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Post by quinnquinn on Feb 15, 2016 12:29:23 GMT -8
Ah, he'd gotten her all wet. Owen didn't think this through - as with most things - but he did know to apologise. "Sorry Sienna." He said with that blank face, but apologetic tone, so who could really tell if he was feeling remorse or not. However it was clear to him that she wasn't too bothered by it. She seemed mostly jolly about it.
The birds on the other hand were still being irritable about the water. They wanted it in the fountains, not on them! They squawked around their feet but Owen kicked around to shoo them away. He waited for Sienna to take hold of the fountain again before filling the fountain to the brim. The bucket wasn't empty yet, but they'd have to refill it soon. There was only one or two more to go anyway, so they'd be able to change soon. "Do you have more clothes?" He asked her as he walked to the next fountain.
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Post by mrslayton44 on Feb 19, 2016 9:03:33 GMT -8
Sienna shrugged at the apology and just smiled. "It's o-okay. I'd rather be soaked than h-have a s-s-spider on me." The fear of them was so silly and irrational but she had no control over her reactions most of the time. Now if they weren't on her she could at least get away, possibly end it's existence. But once one was on her, she just lost it.
"So thanks... for um saving me. And I have more c-clothes but... let's finish first, then we can change. D-do you like hot cocoa?" It sounded tasty to her right now. It would be a nice end to this silly encounter. If he didn't mind traveling to the living world she knew of a nice place that made pictures in the foam.
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Post by quinnquinn on Feb 19, 2016 17:06:03 GMT -8
His eyes lit up at the mention of the drink. He looked at her and nodded eagerly, excitedly. He hadn't had one in a while now... The good ones were in the real world, and he hadn't gone down there a lot lately.
Owen poured the remaining water into this next fountain, before disappearing for a minute or so to fill it up for the last one. In the meantime, the birds crowded around Sienna, chirping and cawing... They didn't seem to care that she was there - let alone acknowledge she was there - and went straight to the baths. Some smaller sparrows perched on her shoulders as they waited their turns.
It didn't take long for Owen to return, and he chuckled under his blank face and tiny hint of a smile. It was rather amusing watching Sienna become part of the garden decor this way.
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Post by mrslayton44 on Feb 22, 2016 14:45:40 GMT -8
Oh good he was okay with it, well it wasn't too much of a surprise, who didn't enjoy a steaming cup of hot cocoa? She smiled a little at the way his eyes lit up at just mentioning it. He really was adorable.
The rest of the water was poured in and Owen vanished to go get more water to fill the last one. Meanwhile she stayed where she was a bit afraid of moving with the bird clamoring around to get some water. Some of the smaller ones even hopped up to perch on her shoulders and wait in line. The maid was certainly surprised but didn't react too much and smiled at the feathered creatures. As long as they didn't try to peck her impatiently she was fine with them being there.
Owen returned in time to see this silly image and she smiled in return at his amusement and the tiniest smile he'd given. She wasn't sure she'd ever seen him do that before but was pleased nonetheless that she'd brightened his day enough by playing as a perch. "Let's finish and then we c-can get that cocoa, okay?"
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Post by quinnquinn on Feb 22, 2016 15:59:06 GMT -8
"They like you." Owen came over and finished pouring the last fountain. "I like that they like you. They don't like a lot of people." It was probably her pushover demeanour, more than anything. The birds tended to like walking over the humans, after all.
The remaining water in the bucket... ah he'd overfilled it again. Instead he just went over to the various patches of greenery dotted around and poured it over the plants. There. All done.
He put the bucket away and it was time for switchover. The next birdkeeper arrived earlier than scheduled, and Owen just gave them the files and checklist of whatever he'd done already. Explanations were also given, though the boy could never tell if they helped or only served to confuse his shift mates.
Owen and Sienna were soon back outside in the lobby of the mail room, and he handed his own log back to reception. He was now free to leave.
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Post by mrslayton44 on Feb 23, 2016 15:57:16 GMT -8
Sienna managed a feeble smile at learning the birds liked her. Mostly she was afraid of them, those small beady eyes had always unsettled her. Despite this though it was kind of nice that they didn't wish to peck her full of holes so she would settled for an alliance.
The remaining water was poured on random green patches and she followed quietly as he passed off his notes and instructions to whoever was taking his shift. A log book was handed over as well and soon they stood outside the bird rooms wet but pleased nonetheless.
"We should change... a-and meet back here in say um, ten m-minutes? Plenty of time to dry off and get dressed and grab whatever they needed to head out for cocoa. Despite the damp state the maid was in a warm smile stayed on her face. Once the agreement was agreed upon she scampered off to her room which now had it's own bathroom which made life a lot easier.
Dried off and dressed in a black vest, red sweater dress and jean leggings. A pair of black boots tied off her look and she strolled back to the main entrance hall to where Owen was or would be.
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Post by quinnquinn on Feb 24, 2016 6:21:50 GMT -8
Ten minutes..? Owen wasn't sure if he'd make it back by then. He'd have to rush. While she dashed off to her room, the boy opted to take his stash of clothes here at the birdroom instead of going back to his own. He would take forever to find a set of clothes there anyway, let alone walking time to and from.
In ten minutes, Owen had managed to messily put on his pants and shirt, opting not to wear his vest. His shirt was untidily tucked in, and his belt and waistline weren't straight. Parts of the ends of his pants were stuck in his shoes where he'd slipped his feet in. He was standing by the counter making a bigger mess of the tie he could never put on properly. Sienna would recognise all the outfit as the one miserable set he always wore to the real world.
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Post by mrslayton44 on Feb 24, 2016 13:30:43 GMT -8
Had Sienna known he'd need more time she'd have suggested more but he'd not said anything about it, As she rounded the corner to meet up with him though she had a hard time fighting down the amused chuckle threatening to bubble out. "Here, let's um fix that shall we?' She tucked his shirt the rest of the way fussed with his pant and belt line a little since it was bulging under the shirt in a way that had to be uncomfortable. "You wear the s-same thing so much." She remarked as she undid his time, shook out the creases and put it back on him properly and finished by flipping the collar of his shirt down over it. "Do you just like it a lot? Or maybe n-not have much else?" She was sure some of his team were women. Surely one of them had taken the boy shopping. But he didn't seem to like change much so maybe that was why he always had this on sans the vest.
"Ah but you're ready to go now." She added with a nod of her head and an amused smile. "To the cocoa~" She gave what would be considered a lively whoop for her while shaking her fist around in the air. Her silly celebration over she took hold of his hand and turned to look at him and be sure he was ready to go.
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Post by quinnquinn on Feb 25, 2016 5:30:12 GMT -8
He knew he'd make a mess of it rushing. Ten minutes was not nearly enough for him. Maybe for others, but not him. He stood there patiently while Sienna fixed up his clothes, feeling his tie as she put it in place. "A little bit of both," he replied.
He nodded to her and gave her a smile with his eyes. He squeezed her hand and swung it to and fro like a little kid. "Where are we going?" He asked with excitement in his voice.
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Post by mrslayton44 on Feb 26, 2016 3:13:36 GMT -8
Sienna just smiled at Owen's response and the hand swinging. It was terribly cute and she let him continue the action with little resistance. At his genuinely excited question she grinned and flipped open her DS which she turned around so he could see the website, or at the least a picture fo the hot cocoa which was in small, strangely shaped ceramic cups. "It's a place in Las Vegas." She replied. "They sell a few different types and t-they come with home made marshmallows. We can even have a chocolate fondue if y-you want." She loved chocolate and more was always better as far as she was concerned.
That said they could now go through the portal and be on their way.
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Post by quinnquinn on Feb 26, 2016 3:20:20 GMT -8
He leaned in far too close to the screen at first, taken by the individually lit pixels before leaning back out. He read off the screen and it delighted him. He nodded eagerly at her and swung his hand again. It did sound rather appetising after all. "Let's go." He said with a smile in his voice.
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Post by mrslayton44 on Feb 26, 2016 17:23:12 GMT -8
Sienna smiled as he looked saying nothing until nodded and was ready ready to go. The trip through the portal was uneventful and they walked out of a nearby alleyway that was around the corner from their destination. She liked to try and come in places that were out of the way in case they disturbed some poor Spiritually aware person. It was easy to forget sometimes though but today was not one of those instances.
They had a short walk to the restaurant which Sienna didn't mind. Las Vegas wasn't the prettiest city but it was warmer than most places this time of year. Shortly they stood to the sides of the doors and the maid hesitated entering, preferring to take a moment and view the patrons coming out and those going in. Everyone seemed happy. Talking chatting animatedly and carrying bags and boxes that smelled good even form where they stood. Melted chocolate was certainly a favorite smell. Finaly she turned to her companion and grinned girlishly. "You ready?"
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Post by quinnquinn on Feb 26, 2016 17:31:28 GMT -8
Ah Vegas... He'd been here a number of times before. It was fascinating to see its evolution over the years. Today's visit was no different.
The shops lined up before them, and it was obvious which one Sienna wished to patronise. She didn't want to go in yet? The smells of chocolate and other goodies was strong and lovely, and Owen couldn't wait to get his hands on some.
Looking at her he smiled with his eyes and nodded.
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Post by mrslayton44 on Feb 26, 2016 21:03:49 GMT -8
Sienna preferred the mountains in Arizona and other states. Las Vegas had things to do though lately. But it had never been very scenic. But that was okay, today the sights would be inside. With Owen in tow Sienna entered the restaurant. Smiling they waited to be seated which took a moment or two since they were so easily looked over. But soon they were seated in a booth where they both looked at a single menu/
"I'm getting dark chocolate." She announced and turned to Owen. Their waiter would be back to take their orders soon.
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Post by quinnquinn on Feb 26, 2016 21:09:25 GMT -8
Owen scanned the menu, eyes lighting up whenever the word chocolate was mentioned. His eyes head towards hot drinks, and he put his finger on it. "Milky caramel with extra marshmallows." he said with a flourish, putting the menu down and his eyes widening in delight. There were probably sparkles in them if you looked hard enough.
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