Posted 24 Apr 2014 Tikal eventually found Melody thanks to Dylan's help."Melody?" -------------------------------------- Locke stopped ."I'm not sure of that..." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "I am," said Skye. He hugged Locke. "You're the best Dad I could have." --------------- "I'd hope so. Otherwise your force has a rather warped sense of priority," laughed Harmony. "Here you go," said Ziona handing Harmony the forms. "We'll stay in case you have any questions." "I've one to start with. Got a pen?" ------------------- Melody gave a little start and swallowed when she here Tikal call her name. She took a quick glance around to make sure Skye wasn't anywhere near. "Tikal.. I...I.... There's something I need to say... But first... I'm sorry... for how I acted. Not just at lunch, but all the times when you and Skye were together..." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 Zamy nodded and handed over her pen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Thanks," said Harmony as she took the offered pen and started filling out the forms. "And you've had to do this for each of us?" she asked. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Yep. It was a bit of a chore, to say the least." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 Harmony suppressed a laugh. "But I'm guessing this sorta thing doesn't happen often." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "No it doesn't, it's the first time I've have to deal with a situation like this." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "I'm surprised to hear that. On this scale I'd understand, but I thought there'd be a few more cases of... refugees? Is that the right word?" Harmony rested her chin on her hand thoughtfully as she spoke, then almost instantly snatched it away. "Gah. My new muzzle feels weird." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "I'll leave you two alone then, shall I?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 Melody looked between Dylan and Tikal. "That's... up to you... You already know but... I think I'd be more comfortable alone," said Melody. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "There probably have been. I just haven't dealt with any myself." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Oh. Yeah, I should have thought of that," said Harmony. "And how long do these stationed assignments usually last?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 Longest I had was 6 months, they usually last a few." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Then alone it is" Dylan said before heading back inside Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 Melody gave a slight wave to Dylan as he headed off, waiting for Tikal to speak. ------------ "I get the feeling this one might be longer," said Harmony. "Who was the 6 month one for?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "thank you , skye... I know I'm hard with you,.But I hope you'll forgive me." ------------------------------------------- Tikal warmly smiled at Melody."it's alright , melody. I don't blame you for anything." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Of course I do Dad. I'm sorry. I was just... just a little overwhelmed back there. I'm sorry I snapped at you," said Skye. "And I know that you need to be firm with me. I'd be out of control otherwise." --------------- "Th-thank you Tikal," said Melody, feeling awkward at the smile. "But there's... there's something else. But you can't tell Skye this. Ever! I.... I think....." Melody looked down at her immobile feet. "You and Skye share this voodoo magic lovey Soul touch thing, right? And it first happened way back when Skye tried to steal the Master Emerald. I think... I think that went I get taken out of Skye's head.... a little bit of it got imprinted onto me..." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Are you saying that you love me as well ?" asked Tikal. ------------------------------------ "Just doing what I can , skye... That's all." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "No Dad, you're doing more than that," said Skye, smiling. "But... do you want me to move my lab somewhere safer?" ------------ "I... Yes... No... I... don't really know..." stammered Melody. "I think it's just a... a crush... but it does feel stronger than that... I don't normally... find girls attractive, so I'm not sure." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "It's alright ." Tikal smiled again."Take your time, dear." ---------------------------------- "No, I don't need you to move it away , just need you to avoid doing anything that could lead you in harm's way." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Uhhhhh...." Skye shuffled his feet awkwardly. "The thing is, when experimenting with magic, there is always an element of risk. I've tones of safeguards in place, but..." ----------- Melody took a deep breath and was silent for a minute. Her head was hanging low. Tikal calling her dear made her feel confused. "I... I do... love you Tikal. But this... this is me trying to warn you. I shouldn't act on this." Tears were starting to fall again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Just...don't do anything stupid." ---------------------------------------- Tikal took Melody in a warm embrace."It's alright." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 24 Apr 2014 "Don't worry Dad. I won't. It's all low key magic stuff now," said Skye. --------- Melody was shocked at being embraced by Tikal. She was torn between pushing away and embracing her as well. Slowly, the latter began to win out, and she put her own arms around Tikal. "I... You... This..." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 25 Apr 2014 "Hum hum.." nodded the old echidna. --------------------------- Tikal said nothing, gently patting melody's back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted 25 Apr 2014 "No more Siphon Stations. I promise!" said Skye with a grin. ------------- "It's not fair," said Melody haltingly. "I want this, yet it feels so weird and strange. But I can't. I can't do that to Skye. And anyway, it's not like you feel the same way." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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