{Colliding Paths} Sharing with Tavia

Tavia Chase

May 15, 2016

*Grabbing her keys, she left the suite she shared with Sterling and made her way to the garage. She was looking forward to some much needed sister time with Elise. Unlocking her Jeep, she turned and saw Elise walking toward her.* Hey there! You ready to go?

Elise Chase *Smiling as she nodded, she slid into the front seat of Tavia's car.* More than you can imagine. Plus I needed a chance to wear my Mother's Day gifts. *She pointed toward the earrings that matched her eyes.*

Tavia Chase Those are beautiful! *Pulling out of the drive, they headed into the city. They talked about places to eat, deciding on a Bistro near The Dome. Parking, she grabbed her bag and met Elise on the side walk.* I've heard good things about this place. I've been wanting to come here. *Looping her arm through her sisters, she smiled* And it will give us a chance to catch up. I feel like its been forever since we've talked.

Elise Chase Thank you *She linked her arm through Tavia's and prepared herself for the onslaught of voices. Tuning almost all of them out now, she grinned as they walked in and were seated. What a difference her gift was now.* It's been too long. Especially since you now have a son in law.

Tavia Chase I know. I'm still trying to adjust to that. He is a good man, and good to Carys. He makes her happy, which is the most important. *Placing their drink orders, they took a minute to make their choices. After handing the menu's over, she smiled at Elise.* Of course, I gave him the "you hurt my daughter, you'll answer to me" conversation. It was fun to watch him squirm.

Elise Chase I can only imagine. I keep teasing Micah about grandchildren but in reality, I am just teasing. I want him happy whether he finds a mate this decade or takes a few. It's easy to want everyone around us to have what we have. *Looking over the menu, she decided on an entree then looked around the restaurant. She could see the Dome through the tinted windows and couldn't stop the slight shiver when the memory of her last trip flooded her mind.*

Tavia Chase *She watched her sister shiver and she turned to follow her line of sight* What is it Elise?

Elise Chase *Returning her attention back to Tavia, she shook her head.* Last time I went shopping I had an unfortunate run in while at the Dome. I've not said anything because I really didn't want to be on lockdown.

Tavia Chase *She watched Elise carefully, shifting closer in her seat. If Elise was worried about a lock down, then it had to be something serious.* What happened Elise?

Elise Chase *Sighing, she looked down fiddling with her napkin. It actually felt good to be telling someone.* I literally walked into Mr. Declain. That business partner of Dia's. I'm not really sure how it happened. It was like I heard his thoughts and tried to move away but we collided. The thoughts were horrid but his touch was worse.

Tavia Chase *She watched the expression of relief wash over Elise's face as she began to speak.* He probably put himself in your path, if he is anything like his partner. Did he hurt you? *She knew there was something else weighing on her sisters mind. The waitress appeared, bringing their food. She told the young lady thank you, waiting for her to leave before speaking again.* What else happened? I get the feeling there is something else on your mind.

Elise Chase He blocked the voices. He is different and I don't know. He wouldn't let go to begin with. I think he was thinking of taking me but then told me to run. I couldn't leave fast enough. *She shook her head to clear the memories, dreading the next question about how she had avoided telling anyone.*

Tavia Chase *She reached across the table, supporting her sister* Elise, why didn't you tell anyone? *She couldn't even imagine the fear that her friend faced.*

Elise Chase We know he is here or around. Telling everyone would only put me and everyone else on tighter security. It was a one time thing and I should have taken someone with me. It wouldn't be just Tegan either but the whole group. You know what I mean?

Tavia Chase I do know what you mean, and when you put it that way, I can understand why you didn't say anything. We shouldn't have to worry about taking an entire entourage with us to go shopping. I do think you should at least tell Tegan what happened though. *She squeezed Elise's hand, and smiled* I'll go with you.

Elise Chase *Returning the squeeze, she smiled at the GenOne across the table then laughed lightly.* Thanks for the support but you really don't want to be there during that conversation. Sterling would be after me then too. But you are right, I'll tell him soon.

Tavia Chase *She watched Elise relax a bit, getting the weight of what happened off her chest* Sterling would have something to say, but I can take him *Laughing together, they finished their meal, talking about things going on a the compound and all of the kids. It felt good to laugh with her sister.* You ready to head back?

Elise Chase *Feeling lighter than she had in days, she nodded.* Thank you,Tavia, for getting me out and convincing me to do the deed. We need to get out more often, all the breedmates really. *Tav kept the conversation light on the way back to the compound and they made plans for a movie night to invite everyone to.*

Compound: The Family Chase - Parenting Twins

Sterling Chase‎

*Restlessly pacing back and forth in the living room of the quarters he shared with his loving breedmate Tavia, he considered what had happened between the twins over and over again trying to figure a way to settle the sibling banter in a fair manner. He knew, as a brother, that Aric couldn't resist the temptation of teasing his sister, but at the same time, he knew that there are just certain things you don't say to a female and "those pants make you look fat" was one of them. Finally coming to a rest beside the couch, he was about to give up when he heard the door handle turn and his breedmate walk in* Tavia, Baby, where have you been?

• 
  

  Tavia Chase *Walking into the room, she smiled at her mate.* Hi love. I was looking over a few things and needed to go to the library. *Stopping next to him, she slipped her arms around her mate and looked up at him* What's on your mind Sterling?

  
  
• 
  

  Sterling Chase *Letting her touch calm him a little, he released the breath he was holding and turned, framing her in his arms to explain the situation* The kids were at it again. Something about fat jewels and small pants, I don't know *leaning down to kiss her forehead as she smiled up at him* You're better at these things than I am.

  
  
• 
  

  Tavia Chase Fat jewels... small pants... *She repeated his words, and couldn't help but laugh.* Ok, from that piece of information, I'm guessing that Aric said something about Carys having fat pants and Aric has small jewels. *She stopped for a moment and made a face before laughing again.* You aren't bad at these things Sterling, you just have other things you are better at. Where are the kids now? My goodness, I feel like they are 5 yrs old again and we have to separate them. One in one chair, and one in another.

  
  
• 
  

  Sterling Chase *Feeling his lips pull to a slight grimace* Imagine the chair scenario, but make it their rooms. I didn't know what else to do. I couldn't punish Aric because, well honestly, it was kind of funny. I couldn't punish Carys either though because she was retaliating for something he apparently did to start it *thinking back on the situation* I don't remember what they were bickering about at the start.

  
  
• 
  

  Tavia Chase Knowing the two of them like I do? I would have to say that one or both of them made a comment and it snowballed from there. *Pushing up onto her tip toes, she brushed her lips over Sterling's* I'll go find them and see if I can get it all sorted out. Will you be here when I get back or are you on patrol tonight?

  
  
• 
  

  Sterling Chase I was granted the evening off in order to spend time with my family *growling a little with interest at the teasing touch of her lips* You can go deal with the offspring and I'll be right here, waiting not so patiently for your return *smiling and giving a gentle kiss of his own*

  
  
• 
  

  Tavia Chase *After promising a hopefully quick return, she walked down the hall to their daughter's room. Knocking on the door, she called out to her.* Carys? May I come in?

  
  
• 
  

  Carys Chase Mom? Yeah, doors unlocked! * Pushing the dirty clothes off of her bed onto the floor where her mother wouldn't see them, Carys straightened the bedspread and sat down as her mother walked in. * Hi, Mom. What's up?

  
  
• 
  

  Tavia Chase *Closing the door behind her, she sat down next to her daughter.* I talked to your Dad. He said you and your brother were exchanging words. He mentioned fat pants and small jewels. Care to tell me bout it? *She tried to hide her smile, keeping her laughter at bay.*

  
  
• 
  

  Carys Chase OH, that..* She smiled at her mom and shrugged. Rolling her eyes, she took a deep breath.* Aric and I tease each other all the time, it's no big deal. Really, Mom it's fine. I love Bub even though he smells and is a complete Dork. * She laughed a little.* Dad just doesn't want to see us fight and, really we weren't. I promise.

  
  
• 
  

  Tavia Chase No he doesn't, although you two haven't really fought in a long time. He wasn't exactly sure what sparked the whole thing, but judging by his comment, I think I'm okay with not knowing. *Standing, she leaned down and gave her a hug* Just remember, my darling daughter, that boys do smell, but it's something we have to get used too. *Laughing, she walked to the door.* Oh, and Carys? Please pick up the dirty clothes you tried to hide from me. The hamper isn't that far away from your bed. *Laughing, she walked out in the hall and headed down to Aric's room.*

  
  
• 
  

  Carys Chase Okay mom. * She smiled and shook her head, watching her mother walk out of the room. Scooting off of the bed she walked around it to pick up her clothes and stuff them in the hamper by her bathroom.*

  
  
• 
  

  Tavia Chase *Stopping at her son's door, she could hear the video game he was playing through the door. Knocking, she called out to him, just as she had done with his sister.* Aric? Would you mind putting Mario Kart on pause or a few minutes? I'd like to talk to you.

  
  
• 
  

  Aric Chase *He hit the pause button and took a deep breath* Yes Ma'am, come on in. *He dropped the controller and got up to hug her as she came through the door.*Hey Mom. What's going on?

  
  
• 
  

  Tavia Chase *Closing the door behind her, she hugged her son* Oh not much. I just got done talking to your sister, and thought I'd pay you a visit too. I think I need to put you two in separate time out chairs after talking to your Dad. Care to share your side?

  
  
• 
  

  Aric Chase *he chuckles again remembering it* Eh, it wasn't anything Mom. We were just letting off some steam. *He looks sheepishly at her* Sis and I pulled the twin thing on him. I know we shouldn't have but he got so baffled and jumbled and I 'bout fell over laughing. *He took her hand between his and looked into her eyes* But there was no harm done, Carys and I are fine. I promise. She is getting stronger, quicker. I am proud of her. I just have to see how fast I can set her off sometimes. Still such a firecracker.

  
  
• ]

  Tavia Chase I know you are. Like I told your sister, based on the what he told me about fat pants and jewels, I'm okay not knowing what started it all. *She smiled and shook her head* I know both of you do that just to see the vein in your fathers forehead pop out. *She laughed, knowing her kids knew exactly what they were doing and how to make it play in their favor.* You are so much like your father, it amazes me. *Hugging her son, she walked to the door.* Go play your game Aric. I'm going to go tell your Dad everything is okay. *Pulling open the door, she walked back to her quarters where Sterling was waiting for her.*

  
  
• 
  

  Aric Chase *He walked her to the door, smiling* Thank you. He was a bit...peeked. *He watches her head down the hall before closing his door. He returned to his seat and picked up the controller, resuming play*