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Brave New World Mods ([personal profile] bravenewmods) wrote in [community profile] bravenewworld2014-04-04 11:43 pm

Springtime for Union

After an unusually long and cold winter, the land is finally beginning to stir in the anticipation of spring. In the forest, the first flowers are beginning to peek out of the ground, the hum of Bug Pokémon begin to be heard, and of course, the first wisps of pollen begin to incite misery amongst the more sensitive of the population. The sun sets later and later each night, and at the end of a long workday, the prospect of escaping early to enjoy a stroll out in the brisk spring air becomes more and more enticing.

The pall cast by Team Evolution has long faded into little more than a distant cloud on the horizon. Though the mystery of 'Mega Evolution' remains unsolved, it seems inconsequential in the face of the strength that Union itself is gaining. All damage from the earthquakes has finally been fully repaired, production of iron and steel has been greatly enhanced by the discovery of the mine, there were plans to build a new port and to enhance the range of the Signal Tower, Enlightened and Pokémon everywhere were evolving one after another... On the whole, morale was high.

The city takes it upon itself to reflect this.

When the people of Union begin to stir early one spring morning, they will awaken to discover a cheerful city, indeed. All of Union, overnight, has become covered with vines and shrubs and flowers - plant life, everywhere the eye could see. Though the majority haven't yet begun to flower, the rainbow assortment of buds promises a lovely sight to come in the near future. A few citizens, annoyed, set to work removing the intrusive flora from their properties, but the majority simply take the unusual sight for what it is.

And for the particularly observant, dotted here and there among the landscape, the occasional large pink blossom can be spotted already in full bloom...

((You may use this post as an IC mingle if you wish!))
incousinswithyou: I can see your underwear at this angle (what a farcical allegory)

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-13 05:12 pm (UTC)(link)
I didn't say that. [maybe they won't have to steal another child after all.

Let's see if that restaurant had its terrace overrun by vines.]
actsmagnificent: (couple)

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-13 05:39 pm (UTC)(link)
[ The odds of that aren't great. But life must go on, so as long as they can take a seat they should be okay.

....Plus, this is a very good way of being sure they'll encounter Sewaddle and Budew again at some point. ]
incousinswithyou: my cousin (let me present to you)

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-14 02:27 am (UTC)(link)
[please. How much trouble could they get into?

...Don't answer that.

Hey look, a restaurant. A glance. Here?]
actsmagnificent: (hey...)

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-14 03:55 am (UTC)(link)
[ Haruka heads for the door, pushing aside a stray tendril as she does so. Here. ] 'Scuse me? D'you have anything beyond the vegetarian option today?

[ Okay, that was so bad it probably doesn't count as a joke. But some clever soul has put a little bunch of the flowers on each of these outside tables. Business, like shows, must go on even after key players throw out the script. ]
incousinswithyou: I think you missed a leaf (ara haruka)

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-14 12:38 pm (UTC)(link)
[the hostess gives a weak laugh. How many times has she heard that today?

Michiru...just doesn't acknowledge it and will serenely pretend that didn't happen. That was terrible, Haruka.

Either way, they finally get seated and she'll put down those flowers. They'll be going to her studio - more light there.

The thought gets a fond smile from her, though she hides it behind a hand when she turns towards you. This is nice. The weather is gorgeous, even if there might be two green specks in the distance, prettifying a lamppost.]
actsmagnificent: (ponder)

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-15 01:07 am (UTC)(link)
[ Psh, no one pulls off really stale lines the way Haruka Tenoh does. That waitress probably has to take a breather after showing them to their table.

For Haruka, however, it's neither here nor there. She looks over the menu quizzically. ]
They changed it. That's a new salad...

[ One of those green specks has climbed all the way to the top of the lamppost to stick flowers on the glass. How's that look from way down there?? ]
incousinswithyou: (sassitude)

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-15 03:54 am (UTC)(link)
[huuh. Opening up her own menu.] As long as they didn't come up with it today.

[what are the chances that these vines are edible?

The other speck hops back and forth, making sure to analyze it from every angle before declaring it to be perfect!]
actsmagnificent: (shades)

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-15 04:09 am (UTC)(link)
[ Haruka just chuckles and pulls a waiter aside to request a couple of waters for herself and Michiru while they think. ] Want anything else?

[ She doesn't seem to have noticed the grand decoration scheme unfolding down the street just yet, as the one speck triumphantly slides down a piece of silk back to the ground....while sticking leaves to the silk the whole way. Streamers. He is a genius. He made his own vine.

Perhaps he should do that for the humans at some point. ]
incousinswithyou: I guess I'll take the whip AND the leash (well when you put it that way...)

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-15 12:49 pm (UTC)(link)
[hmmm. Flipping the page.] Fish, if they have it. [re: if it's fresh.

The other marvels at the sheer ingenuity for a moment...until the wind blows it straight into the face of a passing bird Pokemon.

Insert angry screeching here. Uh oh.]
actsmagnificent: (dainty)

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-15 02:25 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Sounds like Michiru is in luck: with the discovery of that tropical island, seafood's had a real boom lately. Haruka orders one of the salads for herself and fish for Michiru, then turns back to her partner with a grin. ] You've really got a thing for...

[ Wait, is something squawking? And is something else making high-pitched panicked noises? ]
incousinswithyou: how dare you say haruka isn't pretty (oh you FUCKED up)

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-15 05:09 pm (UTC)(link)
[blinking, she pauses and tracks the sounds to...ah.

That sure is an angry Spearow flapping and cawing at a couple of familiar green specks.

And she's already up, chair sliding back with a screech.]


Haruka.
actsmagnificent: (alert)

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-16 02:34 am (UTC)(link)
[ Haruka sees it. And her first thought isn't fear, but exasperation. ]

That little...

[ She watches for just a moment to see whether Spearow is just being a pain or actually means business; when it lowers its head in preparation to dive, she vaults over the terrace railing and shouts, hoping to grab its attention.] Oi!

[ A warning Gust whizzes between the bird, the bug, & the bud. ] Nobody likes an overreacter.
incousinswithyou: (brb fucking you up)

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-16 04:00 am (UTC)(link)
[the turbulence from that Gust flips the bird head over tailfeathers. It regains its balance and starts squawking up a storm. It's got leaves in its pretty feathers! Even if it seems to be vastly outnumbered right about now and really ought to be reevaluating its decisions in life.

Michiru is just a step behind, though she's more focused on the kids their pokemon.

At least Budew takes heart from the (psyschic) closeness of her trainer. Instead of running around trying to find something to hide behind, she takes a more defensive stand, ready to loose Stun Spore at a moment's notice.]
actsmagnificent: (lecture)

budew, *baby* (i am oddly proud)

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-16 04:13 am (UTC)(link)
[ Sewaddle is not nearly as intrepid as Budew: he has rolled himself into a ball that, in turn, rolls across the street to come to a rest behind Haruka. If he can't see Spearow, Spearow can't see him. Isn't that how this works? But...

But Budew is out there. Budew is being brave. What should he do????

Haruka remains focused more on the interloper than on her Pokémon's crisis of conscience. She's got more wind swirling in her hand as she scowls at Spearow. ]
Get lost. The next one won't miss.

[ If that Spearow tries any funny business, however, she'll let Budew do the honors. It's always good to see people - even Pokémon people - handling their affairs themselves. ]
incousinswithyou: my cousin (let me present to you)

they grow up so fast

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-16 04:35 am (UTC)(link)
[the Spearow calls out insults and...thinks better of diving at Haruka. Better go for the weaker grass pokemon.

And Michiru steps into place a few paces behind Budew.]


Lullaby. [whoa, full name] Stun Spore, please.

[and it clicks into place for Budew. The same calm, steady voice has asked her to do this countless times, even if the location is different. The incoming Spearow might as well be a mannequin, really.

Budew lets loose a Stun Spore and scurries out of the way, just as taught, as the Spearow ploughs into the ground, hacking at the powder.]
actsmagnificent: (watching)

michiru's pokemon could probably trounce haruka's

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-16 02:49 pm (UTC)(link)
[ ....That's her girl. Haruka bites back a smile, but she does nod at Michiru and Budew. Mastery of Training, indeed. The kid's got potential.

As opposed to certain other Pokémon. Haruka doesn't even acknowledge Sewaddle, but steps forward to nudge the bothersome Spearow out of the road. You're a pest, but recover on the sidewalk, would you? ]


I guess that's a table for four, now. [ Still not looking at Sewaddle, who wilts a little before peeking out and then unrolling to greet Budew. You were amazing! You stayed so calm! ] What's she eat?
incousinswithyou: I can see your underwear at this angle (what a farcical allegory)

at least she'd be polite about it

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-16 06:52 pm (UTC)(link)
[Budew puffs up with pride... and then runs back to Michiru for a hug because that really was scary, when she thought she was all alone.

Michiru scoops up her pokemon, giving her a smile and a hug.]
That was wonderful.

[glancing at Haruka.] I think a little dessert is in order. [Budew wiggles excitedly. Looks like her trainer is pretty strict when it comes to sweets.]
actsmagnificent: (happy)

gods of war need to hog the levels!!! :(

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-17 02:54 am (UTC)(link)
How indulgent. [ Something with honey, then. Or...nectar? What do you feed a plant for dessert?

Haruka heads back to the table, and, upon seeing his friend both be praised by her Trainer and his own Trainer leaving him behind, Sewaddle runs to catch up. Since Haruka won't help him over the terrace railing, he ends up wiggling through a gap in the bottom. By the time he gets there Haruka's got the menu open again. ]
Waiter! Something for Grass-types....

[ She looks at Michiru. What does Budew like? ]
incousinswithyou: right here. these two fingers. (I got what you want)

...unless she wants to be trained *by* michiru...

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-17 06:17 am (UTC)(link)
Ice cream. [that is totally plant food, what are you talking about. She places Budew in the child booster seat the waiter has so helpfully provided.] I believe we're up to strawberry.

Dew! [Budew nods in agreement and then scurries to edge to see if her buddy Sewaddle will be joining her or not.]
actsmagnificent: (dainty)

but do we really want hotaru finding that leash or w/e

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-17 02:41 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Sewaddle silks himself up onto the table - and then, since he just learned the hard way to clean up after himself, snips the silk with his front pincers so it drops harmlessly to the ground. But Budew is in a chair, so he approaches and looks down into the booster seat. Is there room for him? ] Sewa!

[ Haruka, meanwhile, is addressing the waiter. ] Make that two.

[ When the waiter's left with their order, Haruka turns back to the gathering and grins. Budew's grown more than she'd thought. ] You've been working hard.
incousinswithyou: (fabulous)

aadjdhak your memory is too good

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-17 04:27 pm (UTC)(link)
[Budew hops on over to the side, making room for Sewaddle. Ice cream's the best!

Michiru just smiles her noncommittal smile.]


Have I? It could be intrinsic talent.

[psh. Admitting that she put effort into things? It's incongruous with the image she projects.]
actsmagnificent: (shrug)

it's okay michiru she responds to verbal and visual commands. no props required!

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-18 02:47 am (UTC)(link)
[ Sewaddle has never had ice cream, so this is an adventure in and of itself. Excited, he joins Budew in the booster seat and nuzzles his friend. You were brave. Can you teach him that?

Haruka's laughing at Michiru, meanwhile. Sure, sure. She gets it. ]
I must have overlooked that.
incousinswithyou: I think you missed a leaf (ara haruka)

not even a maid outfit?

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-18 03:34 am (UTC)(link)
[Budew happily tells Sewaddle about all the practicing she had to do and how it was so much work but sometimes she'd get treats afterwards!

...So much for that.]


You should be more careful next time. [a haughty tone, but she's smiling in amusement. All these games...]
actsmagnificent: (watching)

th-that happened in a different universe, michiru! why bring that up....

[personal profile] actsmagnificent 2014-04-18 03:46 am (UTC)(link)
[ Practice sounds nice if you get treats. Sewaddle's human takes the birds out for practice sometimes, he hears, but he has never "practiced" himself. Just been told where he can and can't put silk. (Apparently your human's closet is a BIG no-no.) Can he come watch sometime?

Haruka, meanwhile, is smiling too. ]
It's been a long day.

[ Here's their drinks. Sounds like dessert and lunch will be out soon. ]
incousinswithyou: (DO go on)

what, you didn't have fun...?

[personal profile] incousinswithyou 2014-04-18 04:13 am (UTC)(link)
[Aw, yeah. Sewaddle can totes come. It won't be as boring when her trainer is busy with the Ralts.]

We didn't even have lunch yet. [only halfway through the day...

Speaking of, here's the waiter with food and dessert! Budew perks up at the sight of the ice cream. ]

well then. /smile

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eh-heh. heh.......... :3

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well then :3c

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she lives to serve

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amongst other things

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d-does she want to know

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the only one, hopefully

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