Chapter 17. You've met me at an interesting time

[thebestseller]

Genius. My best buddy, my beloved man-twin, my brother, we need to have a little chat. Just you and me. I'll buy you all the starches you can eat. It's nothing serious, we just need to discuss our [pen taps] home situation.

Being in the happiest place on earth is so exhausting. Run around all day, watch the cocoons all night. Or in some cases, run around all morning, watch the cocoons all afternoon, go out at night and get totally smashed.

I could get used to this.

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[man-genius.livejournal.com]

Why does everyone want to talk to me all of a sudden?

Strikes visible for a minute, then crossed out

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Because we like ya?

It's Nikki. ... I think I know her.

[man-genius.livejournal.com]

OMG I am so popular, tee-hee.

Please read a heavy amount of sarcasm and loathing in that statement.

Really? In a good, bad or 'oh God she's gonna destroy us all' way?

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

It's hard to be so awesome, isn't it? You're the man of the hour.

In a good way. A really good way. I'd rather tell you in person, though.

[man-genius.livejournal.com]

King of Disney World.

Why Derrick are you giddy?

Yeah ok, want me to meet you somewhere? You owe me popcorn.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Complete with the mouse ears.

Let's go ride on the monorail a while. We can find our own car.

[man-genius.livejournal.com]

Popcorn ears even.

Ah ok. I enjoy air conditioned slow moving mass transit rides as much as the next person. The one by our hotel right? BRT

[hisbutler_bound]

It's quite refreshing to have a stable routine now, Mister Derrick, and to be able to grasp something firmly around your fingers.

A purpose if you will.

heheheh

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Even if that purpose is to say hello to naked people?

lolol.. Black's starting to wonder now about Derrick

[hisbutler_bound]

[..... ..... .... ....

wait hang on a sec. Black's brain is fixing itself]

... You mean greet people into Edensphere.... They are only naked seconds if you get a towel to them soon.

Derrick is mostly like WHY ARE YOU TALKING TO ME XD

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Yeah. Of course, that is one of the many purposes I have in this fishbowl.

I was lucky enough to meet someone I know through that job.

BECAUSE THEY ARE SO ALIKE WITH CIRCUMSTANCES and Black wants to get on his good side.. ..... somehow

[hisbutler_bound]

I hope it's not impolite to ask, but you do offer them a towel, correct?

As was I a few short nights ago.

Derrick is still scared of him, so good luck XD

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Oh, of course. And the clothing set, and everything like I'm supposed to. I should probably prepare a speech, though.

Well. We're both quite fortunate, then.

I'm going with Horrible again the next Trip Down Memory Lane too.. 8D /bwahahasoevil

[hisbutler_bound]

I do apologize for the question, Mister Derrick. I'm not sure a speech is what someone just born and overwhelmed wants to hear.

And unlucky now that they are here.

heheheh

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

I'm not offended at all. Being flighty and making bad jokes is my nature, after all.

Well, you do have a point. I'll use my considerable wit and charm instead.

... yeah. They really are, in a way.

[hisbutler_bound]

I just generally try to be polite and understanding of their needs. I rather enjoy the job. I don't even see it as a job.

Never felt such conflicting emotions. How do you keep yourself from watching over them constantly. You've had a daughter once, am I right?

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

It is quite fun to meet people as they come in, I must admit.

...

Yeah. Didn't know she was my daughter til after she left, though.

[hisbutler_bound]

We are the first thing they see. It can be mentally scaring or relaxing depending on the person. Whether or not they remember us is up to them, or any of the words of advice we may give.

My apologies for bringing it up, Mister Derrick. I'll refrain.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Yeah, please do.

[datswhatshesaid.livejournal.com]

That is the life. I wish my life could be like that.

Hey, do you want to go hang out later? Maybe check out some of those rides? It'll be a blast! What do you say, Derrik?

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Oh, gee, I'd love to, but I've got cocoon duty tonight. Some of us do have jobs, after all.

[datswhatshesaid.livejournal.com]

Really? What about tomorrow? Would tomorrow work?

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Let me see if I can find an opening in my busy social calendar.

[datswhatshesaid.livejournal.com]

Okay. Sounds good. Let me know when you find something.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

[spandexisyouth]

But running around all morning is a very good thing! I think that I like this wilderness the most.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

This does sound like your kind of place. Plenty of open space to run around in and plenty of things to do.

[spandexisyouth]

You said that you were enjoying it as well!

I think that Bell and I are going around the one with the Castle today. You are welcome to join if you would like!


[[ooc: Pretty sure we're doing an open log later today with them hitting the park, and Bell actually behaving, lol.]]

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

It's great. It's nice to relax and have fun and watch everyone else have fun.



I'll be there, then, my friend. We haven't really had a chance to hang out in a while, anyway.

LOL. I'm so used to Derrick that I completely forgot.

[spandexisyouth]

Yes! And it means that many people are off of work so they have more time to meet and talk too!

No we have not. And now we will fix that!

<3

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

It is great to have a vacation- somewhat- even if I still do have to work. I think we've all had one coming for a long time.

[spandexisyouth]

I am still working too, but only one job, the Watch. It is nice to have time free!

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Working here IS definitely a lot better than sitting in the boring old Hatchery, too.

[spandexisyouth]

I do not know. I have only been there once. But I will take your word for it.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

We need better furniture in there. Maybe the ants'll leave before this place changes again so I can snatch some.

[spandexisyouth]

The Wilderness has been this several days. I do not know when it will change, but it might at any time. If we are careful maybe we can get some of it down to the Yard and keep it there! The risk would be that there might be creatures down there that eat furniture. Or it might vanish. But the mall things did not vanish.

[burnt_orangesky]

Have you been on any of the rides? Some are actually rather fun.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Oh, definitely. I love the rollercoasters.

[burnt_orangesky]

The spinning teacup ride is also worth a go.

Though perhaps not too many times in a row.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Yeah, I'd rather not be showing the contents of my stomach to everyone, entertaining as that might be.

[grab-my-bells.livejournal.com]

You're not planning to kick out Boss again, are you? Or is this "home situation" something more intimate between the man-twins?

Totally smashed, hm? Why haven't the rest of us been invited on any of these outings with you?

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

It's brother stuff. Perhaps I'll let you know what's up later if you behave yourself.

Well, do you really want me coming round at 3 AM when booty duty is over?

[grab-my-bells.livejournal.com]

Who do I have to behave myself with? Just you?

Booty duty? So that's the kind of greeting they're handing out these days.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

Just me. Perhaps Genius if he's there.

What can I say? They give me good housing for this job, I have to deliver.

[grab-my-bells.livejournal.com]

You drive a hard bargain.

Of course. Maybe I should put in to be re-greeted.

[bloody-pens.livejournal.com]

I do have to keep my air of mystery and intrigue.

Oh, wouldn't THAT be something?