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<Alex>::shuffles nervously down the busy
street. Her target is just ahead of her. She self consciously pulls her hat
down further and tries to act nonchalant. 'Alright girl. Bump. Lift. Run. Time
to make the rent.'::
<Duncan> ::walking back to the barge, he feels
a tingle, but not strong. He looks up and scans the people around him.::
<Alex> ::quickens her pace and uses his pause
to make her move, bumping against his easing his wallet from him.She grumbles
in a deep voice and keeps her head down.::Watch out man.People are trying to
walk here.::She then walks quickly away, her heart pounding.::
<Duncan> ::feeling the boy who just bumped into
him is a Pre-immortal, he pauses for a moment before he reaches to feel his
wallet is gone.:: Hey! You! Stop!
<Alex> ::panics and looks back before
breaking into a run.She tries to change directions but slips and ends up
crashing down on one hip, crying out in pain before struggling to her feet and
trying to hobble away from the man she just pick pocketed.::
<Duncan>::Catching up to the boy I grab him by
the arm harshly and shake him once.:: I think you have something of mine.
::said through gritted teeth::
<Alex> ::grits her teeth but doesn't look
up::I don't know what you're talking about man.::angrily, struggling in his
grip::Let go of me!I didn't do anything!
<Duncan>You *will* give me my wallet back. But
we can do this at police headquarters. ::twists the boy's arm up behind his
back and starts walking him to the barge just ahead::
<Alex> ::growls and hisses, planting her free
elbow in his abs before stomping down hard on his foot with the heel of her
combat boots.She wrenches free and takes off running again.::
<Duncan>:: Chasing the boy down he tackles him
right before the barge. Pinning his shoulders to the concrete before cuffing
him once:: Try that again, and I will really hurt you boy. ::Standing up and
jerking the boy to his feet he drags him up the plank to the barge door.
Feeling what he knows to be Methos now, he opens the door and shoves the boy
down the 3 steps to land in the middle of the floor::
<Methos> Duncan? ::watching how Duncan man
handles the stranger, This Pre-Immortal, This Girl!I am shocked. This is not MY
Boy Scout.:: What are you doing? Should I go? ::I think about getting up but I
think I am too stunned to find the proper coordination to do so. I quickly
wonder if he may have had another dark quickening. That would not be pleasant
at all.::
<Alex> ::stumbles but stays on her feet,
glaring at her captor and crossing her arms over chest.She looks around slowly,
keeping her coat pulled tight around her and reaches up briefly to adjust her
hat on her head while checking for another exit and sizing up the man's
friend.::He's being a bully is what he's doing.He just tackled me out there on
the pier.::sounding annoyed and rubbing at her chilled body::
<Methos> I hope you two have a safe word for
this game. ::setting his beer down he rises from his sprawl on the sofa and
looks from Mac to the Girl:: I must say Highlander this is a side I wouldn't
have dreamed possible. ::shakes head as if trying to clear it::
<Duncan>::standing between the boy and the door::
Safe word? This Boy ::cuffs him again:: Tried to steal my wallet. And then
tried to elbow me in the, in the.. I think *He* broke my toe. ::moves to the
boy menacingly:: Now give me my wallet. ::Pulls katana out from his coat:: Or
else.
<Alex> ::eyes widen and she backs away,
fumbling in the pocket for his wallet and throwing it at the bigger man before
circling around to put the smaller man between them::Oh hell take it!Just don't
fucking kill me, okay? ::sounding nervous before looking to the friend::Talk to
him, will you?Make him stop!
<Duncan>::picks up his wallet and throws out a
sarcastic thank yew before tucking the Katana away:: Why are you picking
pockets anyway? I'm calling the police. ::moves to the phone to pretend to
call::
<Alex>::scowls::You got a better suggestion
on how to get money?I gotta live too, ya know!::starts to pace::
<Methos> ::lightly grabs the girl by the
shoulders and sits her down on the couch before removing her hat and tossing it
in her lap:: Now Duncan, I think you have scared the poor *GIRL* enough for one
day. ::watching him solemnly::
<Duncan>::blinks twice as his moth gapes open,
then he sits heavily in the nearest chair before groaning into both of his
hands:: Girl? ::looks from her to Methos:: Why didn't you stop me? ::glares at
Methos accusingly::
<Methos> ::sputters:: Me? stop you? ::quickly
tries to think of a way to blame Joe for this whole mess::
<Alex> ::slumps as her identity is revealed
and sighs.When the scottish man starts yelling at his friend she looks up at
him and arches a brow::Well maybe he thought you might kill him with that over
sized kitchen knife you carry around in your coat!
<Duncan>::groans again:: Where is your Kin? Where
do you live?
<Methos> ::moves to the kitchen and grabs a
beer for Mac and a bottle of Orange Juice for the girl. Handing Duncan the beer
before sitting down next to the girl and handing her the juice:::
<Alex>::huffs and looks away::Not that it's
any of your business but I don't have either.Been in and out of foster care for
years.Hit 18 and hit the streets.So do me a favor...::offers a small smile and
accepts the juice hesitantly::just let me go and you'll never see me again.
<Duncan>::stands up and starts pacing mumbling::
I cannay do that. It is not safe. ::looks at both of them again and starts to
work up into a good old fashion brood, this one complete with pacing::
<Methos> ::watches Mac for a moment and sighs.
He turns to the girl.:: What is your name? ::said softly and gently, he has had
years of practice bringing skittish animals to heel::
<Alex> ::eyes the larger man for a moment
before turning to the friend and sipping at her juice.::Alex.Who are you?And
what's his problem?Two minutes ago he couldn't wait to be rid of me.Now I can't
leave?::gives the man a pleading look::Just tell him to let me go...I swear I
won't come back.I'll go to a different city or something.I was getting tired of
the cold anyways.
<Duncan>::makes a rumbling noise of protest but
keeps pacing::
<Methos> I am Adam, and that ::points at the
Highlander:: Is Duncan. ::smiles softly and touches her face:: No one here
wants to harm you Alex. Relax until we can work this out. ::tilting her head
slightly but keeping eye contact:: Are you hurt?
<Alex> ::shrugs::Nothing major.I'll
live.::throws a glance at Duncan::At least he didn't get me with that
veg-o-matic thing in his coat. ::looks back at Adam::What's he doing with
something like that on him anyways?He mental or what?
<Duncan>::mumbles about her being cold then walks
over to build a fire. He has to do *something*:: Is she hungry Me-Adam? ::bites
his lip at his almost mistake.::
<Methos> Shall I ask her Me-Duncan? ::narrows
eyes at him before turning to the girl:: Are you Hungry Me-Alex? ::smiles and
winks at her:: The Katana, he carries it for protection. Sometimes the sword
*is* mightier than the pen.
<Alex> ::quirks a brow and smiles::Okay, you
two are strange.I mean, swords for protection?Why not carry a gun?Just let me
outta here and we'll call it even.I don't want to be burden.I just want to
forget all about this. ::gives Adam and hopeful look::Can't you talk to
him?Make him let me go?
<Duncan>::glares at Methos as he makes fun of his
* ALMOST * Mistake. And moves to the kitchen to warm up the pasta from
earlier:: She could shower, that will help her get warm. I am sure Amanda has
left something she can wear, that is clean. ::scowls at the dirty clothes she
is wearing and then starts to toss a salad::
<Methos> You have no people? Any money? Where
will you go? Back out on the street? It is not safe on the street. And he will
not let you leave until he has done sufficient penance for striking a girl. It
is the way of his Clan.
<Alex> ::starts to back away at the mention
of the shower and changing clothes::OH NO!I don't know what kind of pervs you
two are but there is no way I'm gonna... ::shakes her head::I've lived on the
street for two years and I've never... ::stands and backs away from both of
them::I don't care what kind of penance he thinks he's got to do.He's not
getting near me.Just let me go, please?::looking scared and starting to
tremble::
<Duncan>::watches her mortified that she could
think such a thing, and looks up to Methos for help::
<Methos> ::laughs and drops his head to keep
from going into hysterics standing up facing the girl:: Little Girl? ::looks at
her again:: Look around, what do you see? Two men, Living together, in a
fashionably Chic barge. One making you Pasta and salad. The other worried about
the stray his *mate* has brought home. ::tilts head and smiles:: I would say
you are perfectly safe now that we both know you're not a boy. ::nods at her
with lifted brows as he drives his point home::
<Alex> ::relaxes slightly and nods,
cautiously moving back to the sofa but sitting as close the edge as possible
and tracking both men as best she can::Yeah, okay.But I still say I should just
go. ::looks at Mac::Listen I'm sorry about your wallet, really I am.And you
didn't hurt me.Not really.Just let me get out of here and you two can go back
to your lives, okay?I'll be fine.I'll go crash with a friend or something.That
cool?
<Duncan>::drops his head and thinks of 100 ways
to stab Methos, smiling at the most painful ways he can think of:: Honey?
::tries not to choke on the word:: Are you hungry? ::Thinks this better work to
make the girl feel at ease since Methos will spend the next few days recovering
if not::
<Methos> No, lamb chops, but I will take a
beer. ::smiles up at Duncan sweetly then sits down next to the girl again::
What friend? You see we
could not
possibly let you wander the streets at night. If something happened to you we
would feel *so* guilty.
<Alex>::smiles and drops her head, watching
them through her lashes and trying not to laugh::uhhh...just a friend I stay
with.She runs this shelter a few blocks away.Always has a bed for me if I need
it.I don't want you guys to feel all responsible for me.I can take care of
myself, ya know? ::mumbles::Just picked the wrong pocket to pick today.
<Duncan>::hands Methos a beer and smiles too
sweetly at him:: I am going on deck for a minute. Be right back. ::grabs the
portable phone and steps out the door::
<Methos> ::glances up at Duncan and cringes
inwardly at the smile but bats his lashes and says thank you:: Okay, that
settled, lets get you fed, and we will walk you to the shelter. ::smiles
congenially at her and shoo's her into the Kitchen:: Seems to me picking
pockets would be a dangerous business any day. ::said conversationally with out
a hint of judgment::
<Alex> ::eyes Duncan warily before looking
back at Adam::Nonono...that's okay... ::stands and backs towards the door::I
can uh...I can get there myself.No point in you guys walking me there ::smiles
nervously::And they've got food there too, ::thinking quickly and smiling::it's
actually pretty edible most of the time...so I'll just be going.Thanks a lot,
Adam.It's been real.::turns to walk up the steps and leave::
<Methos> Sure, but you walk out the door, and
run into my big Highland Barbarian, who tends to act before he thinks it over.
Are you sure you want to offend him, or would you rather just sit down and eat,
or pretend to eat while he broods? Not like you have a pressing engagement is
it? ::shrugs and sits down like he has done all he could for the poor thing::
<Alex>::turns back and shrugs::I think I'd
rather take my chances with him than the cops.That is who he's calling,
right?::arches a brow::Get me locked up and sent to jail.
<Methos> Oh no, if I had to guess he is calling
his priest to do a phone confession. Joe lets him confess on line as well. All
part of the brooding process you see. ::moves to the kitchen and sits on the
counter top away from the food laid out:: The first time we had sex he was
confessing his sins before the sweat dried. ::winks at her and takes a sip of
his beer::
<Alex> ::blinks and stares at him for a
moment before bursting out laughing::I think I've stumbled into the twilight
zone.You guys are a weird couple.::looks down as her stomach rumbles and she
eyes the food warily, chewing on her lip::Ya think if maybe I eat he'll let me
go alone?I really don't need an escort or nothing. ::steps closer and inhales
deeply, closing her eyes at the delicious smells before looking up at Adam for
an answer::
<Methos> I am almost positive. After all, your
one of us. I mean we all belong to the same tribe so to speak. ::smiles at her
warmly before motioning to the food:: There is dressing for the salad in the
icebox, and drinks. You're under 21? Grab a beer, that way you know he can't
call the cops. We would be arrested for Aiding in the delinquency of a minor.
::winks::
<Alex> ::grins and steps closer::Ya know,
Adam, you're not half bad.Not like your boyfriend.::eyes him once more before
helping herself to some of the food and taking a bite.The taste is heavenly and
she begins to devour it quickly, barely pausing to chew.She hadn't realized she
was so hungry:: ::Swallows carefully and gives Adam a puzzled look::But what do
you mean, we're all part of the same tribe?I don't get it.You guys don't look like
street rats or homeless folks.I mean you got this fancy boat thing to live on.
<Duncan>::walks back in and hangs up the phone::
Joe said hello and he wants you to call him later. ::turns and stokes the fire
again::
<Methos> ::grins at the girl and gives her a
told you so look:: I was just telling our guest we belong to the same tribe. We
are all of us here orphans. And all orphans have to stick together. Isn't that
right. ::nods as if it was decided he didn't need an answer::
<Alex> ::smiles around the mouthful of food
and chews slowly, never taking her eyes off Duncan.She offers a shrug and a nod
to Methos before swallowing and speaking.::So wait, you mean you're both
orphans?That's kinda cool.What happened?Did you meet ages ago in some foster
home or just got lucky and met one day?
<Duncan>
::smiles at the girl
and moves to sit down on the sofa::
<Methos> We just got lucky. Sometimes the fates
bring people who are supposed to meet together. Sometimes they have them crash
into each other with a vengeance but sometimes it is more subtle. ::watches her
to see if she catches the meaning::
<Alex>::stops chewing and gives Adam a
confused look::Say what?::smiles and shakes her head::You trying to tell me
that fate is why I ended up here?::laughs::Please.I ended up here because I
wasn't fast enough to get away from your boyfriend...uhhhh...Duncan,
right?::looks at him with her brow furrowed::I mean, no offense or anything,
but you looked like a good target.That's all.::goes back to eating and watching
both men:
<Methos> ::laughs softly:: Yes, that was what I
was trying to say. Fate works in mysterious ways. Like it or not, your part of
the tribe.
<Duncan>::rises:: Yes, she is part of the clan.
::smiles at the girl but keeps his distance. His deep soulful eyes studying her
carefully before turning to Methos:: Does she need anything else? I can see
what Amanda left. ::turns to look through some drawers by the bed::
<Alex> :: quickly finishes her meal and wipes
at her mouth before pushing the plate away and standing.She winces slightly
when she applies pressure to her left leg but covers it quickly with a large
smile.::Well great!Listen thanks for the meal and all.You've been real nice but
I can't take advantage of you anymore.It's been real but I should really
split...places to go, people to see ya know?It was nice to meet you Adam.
::extends her hand and smiles before looking over at Duncan::You too,
Duncan.And hey man, I'm sorry about the wallet thing.Really.::starts to head
towards the door::
<Methos> ::takes her hand briskly and walks
over to open the door for her, but keeps his body blocking any escape while he
talks:: Take care Alex. Be safe.
<Duncan> ::to Methos:: She can not just go. She
has no where to go. It's not safe!
<Methos> Not my problem Duncan, or yours. If
she gets killed, it is her fault for turning down offered help. Leave it be! I
tried, you tried. ::shrugs:: Get over it. ::Still blocking door::
<Duncan> But her leg, I know her leg is hurt.
::Glares at Methos:: We can nay just send her out to the streets hurt.
<Methos> ::looks at Alex again:: Is your leg
hurt little one? ::raised eyebrow:: You see, ::smiling at Alex:: He feels so
guilty for pushing you around, he feels it would be rude to speak to you
directly, so I am to relay messages that we all know you can hear. ::tilts head
and looks at her with concern:: He said your leg is hurt.
<Alex> ::watches the two banter back and
forth with a bit of apprehension.She smiles nervously at Adam and laughs at his
teasing of Duncan.::It's just a bruise.No big deal.I...I slipped when I was
running away.I'm sure it'll be fine.::looks at Duncan and smiles softly::And
you shouldn't feel guilty, man.I've lived through worse.You don't really want
me hanging around here.::shuffles her feet and stares at the floor.::I'd just
be in the way.I mean, hell, you've already given me the best meal I've had in
years.Never met a guy that could cook that good. ::sounding almost wistful::
<Duncan> ::moves forward cautiously smiling at
her softly:: Can we start over? ::looks at her hopefully and extends hand:: I
am Duncan MacLeod. I am very sorry I hurt you.
<Alex> ::looks back and forth between the two
and then smiles almost shyly and takes his hand.::Yeah well, it's my fault.I'm
really sorry I tried to steal from you. ::blushes and looks down::You aren't
gonna turn me in, are you?I mean...ifI stay?
<Duncan> ::takes her hand:: I was never going
to turn you in anyway. I just thought, You were a boy, and you needed to be
afraid to do that again. I would have never… If I had known. :: drops her hand
and looks down shamed:: I am sorry.
<Methos> ::stands in the doorway watching the
two kiss and make up, for once quietly. still smiling serenely::
<Alex> ::smiles and shrugs::Hey, it's
forgotten.And if you're sure I wouldn't be in the way...well then maybe I could
stay.Just for a few days ::looks stern::Ya know, until my leg is better.That
is, if you still want me to stay?
<Duncan> Please stay as long as you like. We
will take care of you until you can get back on your feet. I promise. ::he
smiles at her:: We want you to stay and feel comfortable.
<Methos> ::grins at her:: Do you need more
food? There is plenty, help yourself to anything in the icebox. Mi casa is su
casa. ::closes door and shoos everyone away::
<Alex> ::moves back down the steps, smiling
at her new guardians and shaking her head at Adam's question.::No, thanks,
Adam.I'm stuffed.::looks around the barge and quirks a brow::So I'm guessing
I'm on the sofa?
<Methos> ::I throw a glance at Duncan who has
turned and is rummaging through drawers, obviously he didn't hear the question.
I smile at her and shake my head yes. Even as I think how much this decision is
going to hurt me when the big Scot finally has me alone:: Mi sofa is su sofa.
::winks at her and turns back to Duncan:: What are you doing?
<Duncan> Looking for her clean clothes, hers
are dirty. ::throwing everything of Amanda's he can find on the bed. Which is
various underwear, silk robes, 2 very clingy black dresses, stockings, a pair
of black pumps, and a pair of black heels.:: Does Amanda wear anything but
black and silk?
<Alex> ::cranes her neck to look at the pile
on the bed and wrinkles her nose::No offense man, but doesn't this chick have
any *normal* clothes here?Ya know, jeans, tee shirts, sweatshirts, whatever?
::stops for a minute and turns to Adam::And why would you guys have a woman's
clothes here anyways?Who's this Amanda person?
<Methos> Amanda is another member of our tribe.
You are going to love her. You have much in common. ::grins:: She is a most
excellent thief ::laughs and moves over to Duncan:: This won't do Duncan. Look,
just sit down, and let me look for something. ::pushes him over to the sofa
gently and goes through his own bag bringing out a pair of jeans, sweats, a
t-shirt and a soft oversized sweater laying it out on the bed over Amanda's
scattered clothes. Come help your self to anything. There is a lock on the
bathroom door go get cleaned up. And Duncan will make us all a nice cup of
cocoa before bed. If you need *anything* ::motions to the bathroom:: just look
around, Amanda has supplies here.If that leg is too bad call me to have a look.
I am a fair Doctor. ::smiles at her again and moves out of the way::
<Alex> ::smiles and nods, chewing on her
lower lip as she scruntizes the clothes.She picks up a pair of the underwear,
sweat and tee shirt, bundling them in her arms and walking into the bathroom
peeking around a bit before nodding again at Adam::Thanks, Adam.I think I've
got it.I won't be too long.::smiles and quietly closes the door before setting
down her new wardrobe and beginning to undress.::
<Methos> ::to Mac:: I assume Joe has put a
watcher on her? Which means I am stuck here? ::narrows eyes at him::
(Duncan now
played by CCL)
<Duncan> ::nods slowly, speaking in hushed
tones::I had no choice, Methos.She was hell bent on leaving and I didn't think
we'd get her to stay.I couldn't just let her go out there alone and not keep
track of her. ::shrugs and looks apologetic::Looks like you're not going
anywhere for awhile.
<Methos> Since you insist on taking in every
stray you meet the least you could do is make it a point not to snore tonight
since we are sharing a bed! ::hissed quietly at Duncan as I push him off the
sofa so I can sprawl::And ::back to normal tone of voice:: I want extra
marshmallows in my cocoa. ::pauses and looks at him with venom::Sweet lips.
<Duncan> ::frowns and moves into the kitchen,
looks back at the older immortal::Well it was *your* brilliant idea to pretend
to be the perfect gay couple.You've made your bed and now we've *both* got to
lie in it.Literally!::retrieves the marshmallows from the cupboard and tosses
the bag at Methos, smiling when it bounces off his head::Here are your
marshmallows, Sugar muffin ::sweetly::
<Methos> ::glares at Duncan:: Well excuse me, I
wasn't thinking, I was improvising! ::snatches up the bag and rips it open
popping one in his mouth and chewing thoughtfully:: I could just kill you, and
tell her we had a lovers quarrel ::mumbled then back to loud voice dripping
with honey:: Thank you Babykins.
<Duncan>::places the mugs on a small tray and
carries them over to the sofa, glaring at Methos::That's a great idea, old
man.How about you explain to her what she is and what she's gonna be while
you're at it?It would make for a *lovely* bedtime story. ::hands Methos a mug
roughly, barely pausing to make sure the other man has a firm grip before
pulling away::Here you go, pumkin.::scowling::
<Methos> ::whispers:: Your *not* going to tell
her now? ::looks unbelievably at him:: Before she dies her first death? It
isn't done like that. ::shakes head and sits up to sip the chocolate:: So,
::back to normal voice:: What are we going to do with her ::pauses and sneers
before saying:: Cupcake?
<Duncan> ::settles in the remaining area of the
sofa and sips at his own drink, staring thoughtfully into the fire::I don't
know, Methos.She'll need a teacher, a mentor.::throws a look towards Methos and
smiles hopefully::I don't suppose you know anyone willing to take on a student,
::takes another sip before leaning over and whispering:: SNUGGLE BUNNY!
<Methos> :: arches brow at him:: You know
everyone I do. :: mumbles:: Killed most of them actually then says cheerfully::
Baby Doll.
<Duncan> ::rolls his eyes and groans::Oh you're
not gonna start throwing back up in my face, now are you?::shakes his head and
sighs::Look, we just wait it out.If it happens, we explain it to her and if
not, then the watchers will keep tabs on her and Joe can let me know the minute
something *does* happen.For now can we drop the drama and *pretend* to be madly
in love so we don't spook her again? ::stares back into the fire::I don't think
I could take another round of her mistrust tonight. Darling.
<Methos> Then the only choice I can see is you
or Amanda, They already have much in common. ::laughs softly::What do you mean
pretend? ::looks shocked:: You mean we aren't madly in love? ::smiles softly
and shakes head:: Honey bear.
<Alex> ::emerges from the bathroom clad in
the baggy clothes and followed by a cloud of steam.The grim is all gone and her
hair hangs long and straight down her back.She smiles and fidgets for a moment
before coming down to sit in the chair, near the boys::I see the hot chocolate
is ready. ::lifts a mug and sips at it, closing her eyes as the warmth and
sweetness steal over her tongue and through her body.She smiles and looks
sheepishly at the two men::Sorry I took so long.Guess I got a bit carried away.
<Duncan> ::shoots Methos a warning look and
then turns to offer Alex a smile and the bag of marshmallows::It's alright.We
were just talking.I'd really feel better if you'd let Adam make sure you didn't
break anything when you fell earlier.You still seem to be having trouble
putting pressure on it.::studying her critically::
<Methos>Yes, Dear, Let me have a look at you.
Make sure you're in one piece. ::smiles at her:: Don't be shy, we can go into
the bathroom if you will be more comfortable. ::assuming his most non
threatening, and fatherly persona::
<Alex> ::shrugs and nods sleepily, standing
and moving slowly back towards the bathroom, looking between the two men for a
moment and mumbling::I don't get why you guys care so much, but I just wanna
tell ya that I really am grateful.::disappears inside the tiny room once more
but leaves the door open for Adam to follow::
<Duncan> ::smiles at Alex and looks at Methos,
jerking his head towards the bathroom::You go check on her and I'll get some
linens and things.Make up the sofa for her.::starts to turn away and pauses::Oh
and find out where her other clothes are.See if you can talk her into letting
me burn them and replace them.They're so filthy that I doubt they'll ever be
clean again.
<Methos> ::nods at Duncan and follows her and
has a seat on the toilet:: Does it hurt much? ::cocks an eyebrow at her and
motions for her to show him:: I think in the morning you and Duncan should go
clothes shopping. Get you something more suitable for finding a job. ::smiles::
<Alex> ::blushes a bit and carefully eases
the sweats down over a rather large bruise on her hip.::It's not that
bad.Probably looks worse than it is.::stands quietly for a moment before
looking up at::And I can't let him do that, Adam.You two have done enough
already.Besides, who's gonna hire a lousy thief that's got no place to live and
never had a job before?
<Methos> ::gingerly touches the bruise and
frowns slightly:: It is just bruised but no doubt painful. ::covers her back up
without a second look:: Would you like an aspirin or something? ::looks up at
her and smiles:: When Duncan MacLeod, of the clan MacLeod says that you are a
member of his clan. You will never be homeless again. You can believe that. He
is honorable, extremely annoying at times. But a big Scottish boy scout. And I
think I know a few people who are looking for help. You can stay here until you
make your first check, and get your own apartment. ::winks:: Then after your on
your feet you can pay him back for what ever money I plan on him spending on
you. ::grins wickedly::
<Alex> ::laughs softly:: Aspirin would be
great and as long as you guys let me pay you back, it's a deal.::watches Adam a
moment longer and picks at her teeshirt rolling the hem nervously::So...I know
it's none of my business and all...but what's the story with you two?How long
you guys been together?Cuz you seem really in love and all.And I think it's
kinda cool that you're both orphans and found each other.
<Methos> I have known Duncan almost 4 years.
For me, it was love at first site. ::winks at her and moves to the medicine
cabinet and shakes out 3 aspirins and hands them to her. Rinsing out the glass
by the sink he fills it with water and passes that on as well:: As for what
Duncan thought, you will have to ask him Mon Chere. ::waiting for her to take
the meds, then placing his hands on her shoulders tenderly and leading her out
of the bathroom:: And now we have found you. I think that is kinda cool.
<Alex> ::smiles and giggles softly,
swallowing the pills and letting herself be guided back into the main room.She
notices that the sofa has been made up with blankets and pillows.Almost
instantly she yawns and flops down, stretching out her feet and plucking at the
blankets.She smiles at Duncan and hands back the glass to Adam. ::Well I guess
I'm more tired than I thought.You guys don't mind if I... ::yawns again:: go on
to sleep do you?
<Methos> Not at all Mon Ami ::moves behind her,
and strokes his long tapered fingers through her hair gently then dexterously
starts to French braid her hair:: I think you should wear your hair up for your
shopping trip with Duncan in the morning. ::quickly finishing the braid::
Duncan, get me one of your hair ties. ::looking at his work critically then
smiling:: Perfection. Do not forget to get her a toothbrush and things of a
more feminine nature. ::arches a brow at Duncan:: No matter how embarrassed
either of you may be. ::taking the tie from Duncan and securing her hair:: And
the most important thing! Leave Adam asleep when you go. Adam is cranky until
about noon. You won't like ADAM very much if you wake him at some
ungodly hour. I have a sword too. ::winks at Alex before placing a chaste kiss
on her cheek and moving toward the bed::
<Duncan> ::rolls his eyes at Methos' dramatic
speech and chuckles softly::Aye, we know Adam.::shares a grin with Alex before
encouraging her to lie down and tucking the blanket around her.::Sleep well,
Alex.And if you need anything at all, just call us.We won't be far away, okay?
<Alex>::stretches and yawns, smiling at
Duncan::Okay, Duncan.Sleep well.Just wake me in the morning when you're ready
to go... ::trails off, closing her eyes and drifting off into sleep::
<Methos> ::mumbles:: Just about 15 feet, Duncan
she could spit on us for God's Sake. Not far away... ::starts to undress::
<Duncan> ::shoots a less than amused look at
Methos and makes his way to the bed, turning off lights as he goes.When he
finally reaches the bed he begins to undress as well.::One more comment out of
you old man, and you'll be the first person I wake in the morning,::smiles
sweetly:: Love Blossom
<Methos> ::hesitates at his boxers and looks at
Duncan:: Where's your jammies? ::frowns at him slightly:: Do it and meet the
business end of my Ivanhoe ::smiles just as sweetly at him:: sugar tush
::for the sheer amusement factor he strips off his boxers and settles onto what
he knows to be Duncan's side of the bed::
<Duncan>::arches a brow and frowns slightly
before stripping off his own boxers and climbing into the bed.::I don't sleep
in "jammies".You know that.::tosses and turns trying to get
comfortable and finally flops back on the bed with a heavy sigh::Just like you
know that's my side of the bed.Get up, my little cream puff...or meet
the business end of my katana. ::smiles back just as sweetly::
<Methos> ::hisses *My Side Now* ::reaches out
and swipes Duncan's pillow before curling up in a ball around it back to Mac::
Good night Alex, Good Night Duncan 'Thunder Thighs' MacLeod. Good night
John boy! ::slides his cold feet up and under Duncan's legs and grins
triumphantly::