Compound: Gideon catches Carys

Gideon Breed  September 30, 2013  *Reaching out to palm my buzzing phone, I roll onto my back trying not to wake Savannah. I curse under my breath when I see the time, four hours flew by in a blink. Rising from the bed without disturbing her, I kiss her cheek and grab for my jeans, slipping them on then pulling on my shirt. I hate to leave her, but I have a ton of work in the lab to catch up on. Lucan is probably somewhere grumbling my name as usual, and two of my test results on the UV ammo Rio brought in are ready, according to the flashing alert on my phone. Slipping out of our room I head o the lab, fall into my chair, and get to work*

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Carys Chase * Coming from the city, my visit with Rune to short, I head home. Parking in the underground garage, I get out and hurry inside. Entering as quiet as I can, I remove my heels and pad quietly down the hall towards my families quarters.  I stop halfway when I see the lights on in Uncle Gideon Breed's lab. Taking a deep breath I hurry by hoping he will be too busy to notice me.*

Gideon Breed *Having seen Carys coming into the compound with security cameras she doesn't even know exist. I keep my head down, and eyes on my monitor as she tries to sneak by. without moving at all, I call out to her* Carys, do you really think you are sneaking in and out of the compound undetected? * Smiling as I catch her startled jump out of the corner of my eye*

Carys Chase *Dammit! Gideon says my name and I all but jump out of my skin. Knowing better than to ignore him and walk away, I turn and walk into his scared space.* Uncle Gideon, I ah..was just coming from seeing Jordana Gates, no biggie..okay? No need to alert the parental units and all..

Gideon Breed *Rolling backward in my chair as she struts in with her shoe straps hung over a finger, I eye her hand hard enough that she looks down at the shoes guilty, raising an eyebrow at her while I shake my head* Jordana huh? *Cracking a smile as she starts to twist her hair around her finger and squirm under my gaze. Listen kiddo, the only reason I haven't turned you in is because you have kept it within reason, and well If I let Aric slide, I have to give you a pass too.

Carys Chase *Under Gideon's gaze guilt washes over me. Am I really so stupid to think he didn't ever see me? I shift nervously and mumble "I'm really sorry, Gideon. Thanks for not telling my parents." *

Gideon Breed *Furrowing my brow, I let out a sign, then tell her without an ounce of remorse* Carys, your secret is safe for now, but you need to be responsible, If you get out of line with this, I will call Sterling in a heartbeat, and if I ever think you are in any danger, I will have every warrior in the Order out looking for you, with prejudice. So be mindful of your choices.

Carys Chase *I gasp and look at him, knowing he means every word* I..I won't, I don't.. get out of line? I hardly get to see him now! And you'd ruin everything!  *As soon as the words leave my mouth I wish I could disappear.* Please, Gideon. I'll be careful, okay? I promise..just don't say anything..

Gideon Breed *Stiffening at her words and the him I heard in them, a soft glow churns in my eyes as my temper heats up* Jordana, right. You just remember what I said, you are a daughter of the Order, and our form of justice can be fast and brutal. Now get yourself into bed, before Tavia finds you sneaking around. *winking at her* I don't need a battle of epic proportions tonight, I have work to do.

Carys Chase *Grinning, I hug him quickly and hurry out before he changes his mind. Just as I'm leaving I turn back to him.* Gideon, thanks. I promise not to force your hand on this. Goodnight. * I turn and leave, silently swearing that I will watch my behavior.*

{Lessons} Satora is Not Alone

Satora Razza  ~I swung the sword around solidly hitting the tree but my form was still off. Frustrated, I stepped back and looked around, ready to scream in anger when I hear footsteps on the path behind me. Steadying my stance, I wait to see if it is friend or foe by the light of the moon.~

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Satora Razza ~I listened closely and knew that it was a Breed that approached me. A few more seconds and either I would know his identity or he would cease to exist.~

Satora Razza ~The blood in my veins pulsed hard and in that moment, I knew what had been missing from my training. The violence. The feel of steel meeting steel and then skin. I shivered lightly and inhaled, registering the scent of one of my assistants in security for the Dome.~

Satora Razza ~Without another thought, I turned and jumped in front of him, the long blade of my sword at his throat. A few seconds later I felt the cold edge of steel against my abdomen. Nodding at him in approval for reacting, I said quietly.~ That move probably saved your life. I will not abide by stupidity and ineptness within my ranks again.

Satora Razza ~Nodding again in approval of his silence and lack of offering of excuses, I inquire why he was here. He spouts off some information I had needed and I store the numbers mentally for my next project before I ask how he knew where to find me.~

Satora Razza ~He clears his throat and stares at me awkwardly for a minute but falters when I refuse to look away. <I always know where you are when you are on the premises. That is my job.> Blinking, I give him permission to leave me but realize for any true privacy, I need to find somewhere else to spar with live partners if possible.~

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Outing: Aric and Aine have Lunch

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Aric: *Dropping Mom at home after her "class" I head to the mall for a quick shopping trip. Time enough to pick up some clothes and maybe grab a quick bite to eat. Parking in the nearly empty lot I lock up Dede and head to my favorite store. Walking through the main entrance I look to my left and see Aine going through some racks in the juniors department. Should I, I think to myself? Sure why not, I stroll towards her* Hey Aine. How are you?

Aine: *Needing to clear my head after my dealings with Dia, I decide to head to the mall to look for a dress for my Grand Opening. Going through the racks, pulling out a few dresses that catch my eye. Looking up when I hear my name, a huge smile spreading across my face at the sight of him*Aric, HI! Wasn't sure I'd ever see you again. I'm good, how are you?

Aric: *seeing her big smile my confidence lifts a little* I am doin' well. It is nice to see you again. I was wonderin' if we would run into each other again. *looking at the slim fitting red dress in her hand* Shopping for something special? I bet that would look great on you!

Aine: *blushes, looking down at the dress* Oh, thanks! Yeah, I opened a shop at The Dome. The Grand Opening is coming up soon, thought I'd take the opportunity to shop a little. *turning my attention to the rack as we talk* I thought you'd use that number I gave your mom, but I guess you've been busy.

Aric: *chuckles* Mom tends to be a bit overprotective. You should have just given it to me!*Watching as she picked out a couple more dresses* So when is the grand opening? I might have to stop by.

Aine: *laughs* Yeah, my dad is that way. I'm not sure exactly, we had a break in so security has to finish their stuff before I can set a date. *digs through my purse and hands him a card* Here's the address though and my cell number's on there too.

Aric: *putting the card in my back pocket* I will definitely call you then! A break in huh? Did they take anything? Do they have any leads?*thinking I needed to let the bossman know*

Aine: *smh* No, nothing was taken, but that's really all I know. Daddy deals with all that and his business partner. I'm told not to worry about it. *pulls out a green dress and looks it over* What do you think?

Aric: *tilting my head to the side looking at the dress*Hard to judge with it sitting on a hanger. Great color for you though! Why don't you go try it on?*pointing to the fitting rooms sign* Try the red little number on too if you want, I will give you my opinion if you want.

Aine: Ok *grabs a black dress on my way to the dressing room, slipping the red dress on first. Taking a long look in the mirror before stepping out* So? What do you think?

Aric: *looking her up and down, trying to keep my thoughts straight*Umm, looks nice! Not sure about the sleeve thingie there.*Pointing to the wrap that encases her right side. While she heads back in to try on the next one I peruse the racks, finding a beautiful sapphire blue silk number. Thinking to myself how great she would look in it I carry it back to the fitting room and wait for her to come out again*

Aine: *going back in and changing into the green sparkly dress, looking in the mirror to make sure it covers everything before stepping back out* What about this one?

Aric: WOW! Umm, I like that one! Really shows of your, umm, shoulders.*trying not to stammer too much and sound like a complete idiot. Holding out the blue one I found* Will you try this one on too? I think it'll look great on you.

Aine: *bites my lip as I take the dress he picked out* Sure! *turns to try on the black dress, pulling it over my head and smoothing it down as I step back out* And this one?

Aric: *picking my jaw up off the ground as she walks out in a hot little black number*DAMN, that one has my vote so far!*looking at the see through midriff and bare shoulders.*Wow...

Aine: *giggles as I step back inside and slip on the blue dress he had picked. Taking a deep breath, I walk back out* Last one.

Aric: *watching her walk out in the blue number I picked out I let out a low whistle* Is there anything that doesn't look good on you? *looking her over with a critical eye*But I think the final vote has to go to the black dress.*wondering how I can stall our inevitable parting I happen on an idea* Have you eaten yet?

Aine: *playing with my hands nervously* No, I haven't. I was going to grab something in the food court. Would you like to join me? *bites my lip praying that he'll say yes*

Aric: *relief soars through me when she asks me to join her* I'd love to.*I say quickly.*I'll wait here for you*All thoughts of shopping for myself gone*

Aine: *going back into the changing room, leaning my back against the door ~I cannot believe I just asked him to have lunch with me!~ Taking the dress off and putting it back on the hanger before putting my clothes back on. Taking all the dresses to the register handing the cashier first the ones to be put back and then the black one, waiting as she rings it up. Stealing glances at him over my shoulder. Taking my bag and smiling at her* Thank you. Have a great day. *walking up beside him, I take his arm* So, what's for lunch?

Aric: *smiling down at her we make our way through the store toward toward the food court* What are you in the mood for? They have a little bit of everything here. Chinese, sushi, pizza, burgers, sandwiches. The choice is yours.

Aine: *looks around the food court, thinking what I am least likely to make a fool of myself eating* Pizza?

Aric: *leading her to the pizza joint*do you want to share a pizza or just get slices? I like anything but fish on my pizza! No fish!*laughing as she scrunches up her face at that*

Aine: EWW! *smh at the thought* Me either, but whatever else is fine. And we can share one.

Aric: Why don't you try finding us a seat and I'll order it. What would you like to drink?

Aine: Sweet Tea, please. *finds a table kind of away from everyone else and sits down, placing my hands in my lap, trying not to fidget*

Aric: *watching her make her way to a far table I order us a small pepperoni & our drinks. Paying, I fill the drinks at the fountain and lean against the wall, trying to watch Aine without being obvious while waiting for the pizza.*Damn she sure is beautiful. I wonder if I should ask her out on a real date. Nah, she'd probably just say no. But maybe not...*hearing them call my number I grab the pizza tray and head over to our seat*here you go, one sweet tea.

Aine: *trying to sit still, feeling his eyes watching me. Smiling up at him, taking my drink* Thank you Sir. *leans forward and takes a deep breath* OMG that smells so good! *grabbing a plate and piece of pizza, I take a big bite, pinching the trailing cheese off and sucking it off my finger* Mmmm

Aric: *feeling my body come alive watching her suck the cheese off her fingers I grind my molars together.*Umm, yeah, your welcome.*Loading a piece on my plate I begin to eat, trying not to stare*

Aine: *setting my piece down, I grab a napkin and wipe my mouth. Popping a straw into my cup, I take a long slow drink, watching his mouth as he takes a big bite* So how's Tavia and Carys?

Aric: *chewing and swallowing as quickly as I can I answer* They are doing great, thanks. How's your Dad?

Aine: That's a good question actually. I haven't seen him in a few days, but if anything happened to him someone would tell me. *takes another bite*

Aric: *taking a drink I watch her over my cup* Really? He must be busy with the Dome opening and all. I don't think I could go that long without seeing Mom. *Finishing my piece of pizza I reach for another one* Would you like another one also?

Aine: *finishes my first piece of pizza* Yeah, business has kept him away a lot lately. *laughs* I'd almost wish it was a woman keeping him away at least I'd know he was well taken care of. *hold my plate out to him* Sure

Aric: *placing another piece on each of our plates I clear my throat and try not stumbling over my words* Aine, would you do me the honor of going to dinner sometime with me?*The words rush out of my mouth before I lose my nerve.

Aine: *stopping with my pizza almost to my mouth, my eyes flying up to his* Seriously? *dropping my pizza to my plate at the disappointed look on his face* That's not...YES! *bites my lip* Yes, I'd like very much to go to dinner with you.

Aric: *taking a relieved breath as she says yes*Really? UmmN is your father going to be ok with it, I mean, umm, should you ask him first?

Aine: *starts to laugh* I AM an adult, Aric. I can make my own choices.

Aric: *blushing*I am sorry Aine, I wasn't saying you weren't. I just know how my Dad responds when it is Carys.

Aine: *reaches out and takes his hand* Its fine. *seeing him glance over my shoulder, I smh* There are two big guys in black standing behind me, staring you down, aren't there?

Aric: *looking at two HUGE Breeds*Umm, yeah, friends of yours?*Not wanting to let go of her hand but afraid that I would end up starting a brawl in the food court if I didn't I slowly pull my hand back across the table*

Aine: *sighing, pulling my hand back* I would never call them friends, but yes they are with me I guess you could say. *looking over my shoulder, crooking a finger at the one closest* You're interfering with my lunch date. "I'm sorry, but my orders..." I know very well what your orders are! I'm telling you to go away! "You know I can't do that Miss Aine" *growls as I turn back to Aric* I'm so sorry about this. Daddy insists on them following me around. It is SO annoying! But I promise that they won't be this bad on our date.

Aric: *watching the conversation between the "friends" and Aine I can't help but wonder what her father is involved in that requires armed body guards for his only daughter. Finishing up my pizza I wipe my hands on my napkin and wipe my face.* This has been wonderful Aine, thank you for accepting. I look forward to spending more time together.*picking up the trash I dump it in the bucket and return to our table*

Aine:  I had a nice time too. You have my number now, call me anytime. *giving him a big hug and a small kiss on his cheek* I look forward to dinner sometime.

Aric: *wrapping my arms around her in a quick hug I feel her lips touch my cheek.*Umm, right, dinner. I will call you real soon, I promise.*leaning in my lips barely brush her cheek as one of her Dad's Breed goons steps forward*Sorry man, it's good.*putting my hands up I take a step back. Determining the best way of disarming these two if necessary. Knowing Lucan would kill me if things escalated I decided to take the high road and head out.*see you later Aine, I had a great time!

Aine: Good bye Aric *turns to face the two males behind me, getting right up in one's face* How utterly EMBARRASSING! He wasn't trying to hurt me, he was trying to kiss me! And it wasn't even on the lips! *pokes him in the chest* Cross me again and I will have your fangs as earrings, are we understood? "I was only.." Oh SHUT UP! *turns and heads towards my car*

{Atlanteans} Aine and Dia at the Shop

Aine: *I had been spent most of the morning rearranging the things that Satora's clean up crew had so thoughtfully "put away" for me. They had actually done a fairly good job with their clean up, most people wouldn't have known anything had happened here. I, on the other hand, could smell the gun powder and see everything that had been misplaced. Looking around I still didn't know what they had been so interested in. Grabbing a few books, I climb up onto a small ladder to put them back on a top shelf*

Dia: *Entering the store I chuckle to myself. The female was always up on a ladder. Quietly walking to the base of the ladder I place my hands on her hips* Careful female, I'd hate for you to fall a break your pretty little neck.

Aine: *quickly turning around at his touch, losing my footing and bouncing down the ladder on my ass and straight into his arms* Do you HAVE to scare me every time you come in here? Jesus, I'm gonna put a damn bell around your neck or something!

Dia: *Snorts. Quickly setting the female on her feet and stepping away* I'm not a kept animal. I only stopped by to check on the store. I see everything is in order. Was there anything missing?

Aine:  *moves out of his reach as soon as he steps away* Not that I can tell, but I'm still finding things all over the shop that are out of place. *moving over to stand in front of one of my locked display cases* The lock on this case was damaged though, but nothing was taken.

Dia: *Peering into the the glass case, chewing my lip in thought.* What is in here that would be of interest? Last time I checked with an interior decorator ancient Greek decor has long been out of style. *Reaching in and taking the jar looking at the bottom* Besides one can find these in any five and dime store.

Aine: *grabs the jar he so carelessly tips upside down* DIA! That is NOT Greek and it was NOT cheap! *gently placing the heirloom back into the case and closing the glass door* That has been in my family for generations and is priceless! That's why it's locked up and also why its NOT for sale! *turning away from his questioning expression* Look, I don't know what they wanted or why they are so interested in me...I mean my shop. Daddy said that he has added extra security so it won't happen again.

Dia: Oh well. I guess what is one persons junk is another ones treasure. Still there is something here that has caught their eyes. And I find it hard to believe it was the name of this store. There are many humans that try to make a dollar off all things Breed. *Runs my fingers along the glass case looking at the contents* According to the security data the warriors were interested in the contents of this display case. Why my dear? Can you enlighten me?

Aine: *sitting down in a chair, tucking my legs up, absentmindedly rubbing over the mark on my ankle. Staring at the case ~Surely they couldn't know anything. Those secrets have been buried for far too long~ Losing myself in thought, I don't notice him moving closer to me*

Dia: *Looking down at Aine, she looks a little pale. Arching a brow when I see her tattoo* You know a Breed knows the difference between a fake Breedmate and a real one. And if this is some stupid game you are playing then all you are doing is inviting trouble,

Aine: *snorts* Like I would bother to get a stupid tattoo just to trick someone. *gasping as I realize what I just said. Standing, I quickly put distance between us and busy myself with organizing things again ~Shit shit SHIT! Daddy's gonna KILL me!~ ducking down behind the counter, hoping he'll just leave and not question me*

Dia: *Rounding the corner I lean down and inhale deep. Smelling nothing I straighten myself and chuckle* Don't be so nervous. I understand a humans needs to want to live forever. But all your kind is to us is a food source, nothing more. * Walking back over to the case I reach in and take the ceramic jar along with a metal bracelet* I'm taking these. I'll return them when I find out why those warriors are interested in them. Good day Aine.

Aine: *letting out my breath at his words, silently thanking God for my ability to conceal my breedmate scent. Standing to see what he had taken, calling out to him as he starts to leave* If there is even the TINIEST of scratches on either of those Meison will have your ass for it! *growling at his chuckle, I pull out my phone and send daddy a text :txt: Dia took some things from the shop. He also saw my mark, but I concealed so he thinks it's just a tattoo. We NEED TO TALK! :snd: Pocketing my phone, I silently curse myself for allowing him to see my mark as I go back to work*

{Lessons} Satora tries

Satora Razza   ~Dawn was edging in, and I watched as the few Breed on the premises headed out to be safe in their homes before the sun came up. I walked to the area I had scouted out earlier behind the complex. A private sanctuary outside that was surrounded by trees and foliage unseen to those walking around. I slip my sword out and hold it up, admiring its beauty in the glow from the moon. I swing it out and miss my mark causing me to growl in anger. Balancing again, I close my eyes test the weight in my hands. I run through several steps until I am comfortable and strike again. This time I am closer but still off my mark. I will conquer this ability if I have to practice every hour of the day.~

Compound: Savy feels bored

Savannah Dupree posted to  ‎Gideon Breed  September 20, 2013  *feeling bored I walk around our rooms cleaning things that are already cleaned. Moving from the bedroom to the couch I sit. Reaching for the remote I start to scan the channels trying to find something, anything to relieve the boredom. After a few minutes I get up and start to pace thinking to myself* I need to get out of here for a while! *grabbing a jacket I head for the front door thinking that a walk would do me some good* — feeling bored with Gideon Breed.

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Gideon Breed *Staring at the graph lines on the tenth page in a series, my blood stirs as I feel the restlessness in my mate. I Turn my body towards the door as I feel her moving through the house. Pulling up the front door camera, I see her wrapped in her coat, stepping into the cool night air. I Jump up from my chair and head for the door as I see her heading for the gates. Quickly catching up to her, I silently fall in step behind her, reaching out to touch her shoulder, I ask her just where she thinks she's going. I'm startled by the huge scream she lets out as she leaps of the ground, arms swinging*

Savannah Dupree *I'm so into my mission to get out of the house I don't sense or hear my mate coming up behind me, I let out a scream and almost jump out of me skin when I feel his hand on my shoulder and hear his voice, I breathe a sigh of relief putting my hand to my heart* Oh my god, Gideon you scared the hell out of me, I just needed some air so I thought I would go for a walk! Why are you sneaking around out here?

Gideon Breed *Laughing at her reaction, I pull her in to steady her rapidly beating heart, and drop a kiss on her lips* I don't sneak babe, I'm stealthy. Besides, where do you think you're going this time of night, alone, near the gate? *Lifting one brow and trying to sound annoyed*

Savannah Dupree *leaning against his chest after he kisses me I shake my head at his question* Well you have been so busy that I thought I would take a walk and I'm not going anywhere... I was going to stay on the grounds. And the last time I checked I was a grown woman and could come and go as I pleased! *feeling his body stiffen I lift me head from his chest to look up into his eyes* What's that look for? You know that if I were going to leave the grounds I would have said something to you...

Gideon Breed *Reacting to her words, I take a step back, taking her hand as I talk* Babe, I know well that you are all grown up, but that won't stop me from doing all that I can to keep you safe, that includes being an overbearing jerk sometimes. *squeezing her hands* you have been dealing with me for over 50 years , I hope you can make at least three hundred more.

Savannah Dupree *looking in his eyes as he speaks* I know babe, but that doesn't mean I like to be ignored... *seeing his facial expression change I sigh, looking down for a minute I start to speak* I know you have a job to do but it would be nice if you remembered that you had a mate sometimes...

Gideon Breed *Pulling her close as she drops her head on my shoulder* Babe, I never forget. Ever. The order is my family, my cause, my calling, but you are my life. I sorry that the business end of our world has kept me occupied, but I don't want you to ever feel, even for a second, that you are not the center of my being. *Taking her hand, I lead us back towards the house* Come on mate I need to remind you just exactly what you mean to me. Bottom of Form

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