Dischord is in the air

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illustra's main floor

<< In the elevator, Karen listened as Haleigh and Ava demonstrated a positive and healthy strengtening in their bond as sisters. something that would serve them well both on and OFF duty of the six.>>

<< she looked at Zach. the young man seemed to be brooding a bit. most likely because of Cameron and the obvious WRENCH that he would represent in the well oiled machine that was the couple of Zach and Haleigh.>>

<< but there was something else. he looked a bit...concerned. it was not obvious to most but for the doctor, who was trained to pick up even the most subtle signs of distress...she sensed that something was troubling the young man. she didnt have much personal interaction with him before, but maybe it was time to change that. perhaps she would talk with HIM one on one...but not tonight. TONIGHT, she was to go out with her daughter and Nicolas and unknown to her, she would receive an unexpected gift as well.>>

<< down to the main floor, they stepped out, with Karen walking along. these young people were always a joy to be around...so full of promise and vitality and having prooven to be MORE than what most people would give them credit for.>>

<< seeing Alycia, Karen smiled at her friend and ally, noting how delierately Alycia dissed Haleigh to greet her. She knew of their feud and how deep it ran. hell she had been in the office the night Blaze dropped the bombshell about Haleigh to HER.>>

Alycia! it's good to see you too and yes..not having to run around an island with giant monsters makes this moment all the more enjoyable.

<< shaking her hand, she turns to Morgan, Delilah and Nicolas.>>

Glad to see you all are okay.

<< and so, the stand off between HAleigh and Alycia did not go unnoticed by anyone with MORGAN of all people doing her best to keep things calm between them. this couldnt go on for ever...BOTH of them were doing themselves a diservice.>>

<< as Haleigh commented on her status, Karen noticed her attempt to bait Alycia.>>

Now Haleigh, the key to recovery is to CONTINUE in that vein..not to flaunt it for OTHER purposes.

<< she spoke with that clear ,sort of stern tone>>

Besides, the adjustment period for the return of Cameron is far from over for ANYONE in this room. We all need to continue to process this in our own way. Cameron isnt going away and we're going to have to have to deal with him in some ways...some of us more than others.

It would help if those of us who have REMAINED among each other could find a way to co exist as well.

<< looking at Haleigh and Alycia knowingly...as she left it at that.>>

It's evening time, i dont think anyone needs to attend to anymore pressing issues. we all have lives to live.
 
:: Glancing to Alycia, Ava had no quarell with her. In fact, she provided Persephone with the ability to LEGALLY turn into Ava. And for that, she would be in her debt. Haleigh however, was a different story. Glancing between the two woman, they looked like they were mentally ripping each others heads off. Well...better mentally than physically. Ava really didn't want to get her new boots bloody. ::

:: With Karen playing medeator, she noted that nothing further was to happen tonight. Turning to Haleigh, Ava decided to divert her sister attention away from Alycia and onto their dinner date. Or atleast, try to. ::

"If you don't mind, i'd like to change before we go to dinner."
 
the crystaline lobby

<< with the arrival of the others, Morgan smiled a bit but kept an eye on Haleigh and Alycia who both seemed PRIMED to pounce. Still, Morgan admired Alycia's restraint. It showed that she could be sensitive to a situation and actually err on the side of discretion. Alycia was a spitfire and never backed down, but she also seemed to know when it was time to pick and choose her fights. Morgan appreciated and respected her for doing her BEST to avoid being baited by Haleigh and while Morgan kept her hand on Alycia's shoulder, the tall woman shot a glare at Haleigh and shook her head as if to say>>

oh KNOCK IT OFF, Haleigh!

<< her mother mildly rebuked Haleigh in the proper way and as Ava asked if there was anything ELSE to attend to, Karen admonishd them ALL to go on with their evenings , spending their personal time in their own desired ways and to let the events of the day further sink it.>>

Mother's right. We've all had a rather unexpected day and the preparations for the big Madonna concert/gala event begin in less than a day. we need to enjoy ourselves while we can. Cameron will be safe at the Parthenon and Alycia will stay with Delilah this evening.

<< looking at Haleigh.>>

BUT if she decides to visit her space on the 99th floor, she is my guest in Illustra and is welcomed to do so.

<< she said this with a STRAINED "pleasant tone" to make sure Haleigh got the point of >>

dont start any mess while i'm out okay?

Haleigh, if you need me, I'll be out with my mother and Nicolas. Delilah will help Alycia get settled in before she does whatever she's doing and Ava sounds like she might have plans as well.

<< Karen stepped over next to Morgan.>>

well gang, we made it through another one of our unique moments without any brawls or catfights...i think this means we've progressed a LITTLE bit ahead...dont you?

<< she smiled a bit.>>

just remember haleigh, you dont have to do this, or anything alone. I can be here in a flash if you need help.

<< she knew haleigh wasnt weak and didnt want her to think she was coddling her. she just knew that cameron's return would affect HER more deeply than it would Morgan herself. the two women had two totally different relationships with him and as they were the only remaining original members of the six now...THEY would have to stick together through this.>>
 
Zach cleared his throat as Alycia greeted him, and he gave a polite smile and equally polite response... in fact.... it seemed almost calculated with diplomacy.... but what else could be expected? He was, after all, Haleigh's fiancee... and though it seemed he could not bring himself to be rude....he wasn't about starting any conversation with the woman.

Zach:"Miss Barnett."

He said, wrapping his arm around Haleigh's waist, a little more relaxed now that Cameron was no where in sight. It wasn't that Zach felt overly THREATENED by Cameron.... just that he knew there was something between Haleigh and him that would not go away... and would cause a fair amount of discomfort for the three of them to deal with... and having the newly returned telepath right THERE, making snide comments constantly was abrasive, to say the least. Oh.... how nice it would be to get the man in a room ALONE... with no cameras or windows...

Alycia went immediately into greeting EVERYONE except Haleigh, a painfully obvious attempt to diss the hybrid. aww.... does she feel snubbed that i didn't throw myself at her? poor baby...She thought mockingly, as she looked DIRECTLY at Alycia, a sardonic smile touching her lips. It was a SUBTLE expression, mainly in the eyes, but smug nonetheless, as if she could just SENSE that Alycia was stuggling to NOT say something... and Haleigh wore the FAINTEST look of satisfaction. Karen seemed to pick up on the unspoken... challenges of sort and she lightly chided Haleigh to attempt to put a stop to it... Haleigh, however, played it off. She wasn't about to let the overtones ALYCIA was sending to go unanswered.

"Flaunting? [finally breaking her gaze away from Alycia to look over at Karen] Why, I can't imagine what you mean, Doctor.... I was merely sharing the good news with Morgan, Delilah, and Nicolas here... I wanted to put their minds at ease."

Ava stepped in here.... something about changing her clothes. Haleigh nodded but otherwise didn't seem much affected by the comment.... she certainly didn't seem to pick up on the fact that Ava was cueing their departure. Morgan spoke next.... agreeing with her mother that they should all get on with their nights and offering Haleigh whatever help she might need. This seemed to shake Haleigh from standoff mode... and Morgan's genuine support as not just a teammate, but a friend appeared to guilt Haleigh out of her 'fight face'.

"Of course, Morgan.... and it goes without saying that it's the same for you, as well.... after all... if we can't be here for EACH OTHER.... what the hell ARE we here for?"

Haleigh intertwined her fingers in Zach's and gave Ava a nod to let her know they were taking their leave as well. she bid those going out a good night.

"Be safe, you three... don't hesitate to call if something happens... but of course... I'll be keeping an eye... as always."

She also gave Delilah a good parting wish.... and though she thought breifly to offer a place at the table for her as well, she decided not to.... she didn't want it to look like she was going out of her way to exclude Alycia and she could invite Delilah over any other time... they didnt really bond often anyway. Noticably, again, she disregarded Alycia... as they all prepared to go their seperate ways.

"Alright then Ava... if you'd still like to change... Zach and I will go ahead and start preparing dinner... and please... do NOT knock... you CAN just show up when you're ready."

She said with a smile, as she and Zach disappeared.
 
Illustra

He is indeed, Morgan. Resting, I presume.

Nicolas watched as the alpha female confrontation occurred. It was quiet and subtle, but he could still "hear" them as they went along, and he was glad that this did not degenerate, because it certainly COULD have. At last the tension began to suffuse, in part due to Ava, who was civil to Nicolas. He returned in kind, amused at the insult to Cameron.

You are welcome, Ava. Now ENJOY your evening.

As he stood there waiting for the rest of the team to settle their evening arrangements, he caught Morgan looking at him. It was that look she gave him that started things like this morning, and right he would be just as satisfied with a short dinner with Karen and a long night with Morgan. But, that was PROBABLY not to be...not yet. He caught her gaze and as they locked eyes, he gave her a very quick subtle once over with a smoldering bedroom gaze that she would not mistake, licking his lips subconsciously. Then, his smile returned and he managed to pull himself away, greeting the doctor again as he spoke of their evening.

Karen, you look beautiful. <<kisses her hand>> My father would have purchased a small COUNTRY for you by now just for your phone number. Ladies, if you would be so kind <<offering Karen his arm, and placing his hand on Morgan's back gently, with a soft caress>> as to be my guests this evening, I would be honored. Our chariot awaits...

As he led the women to his waiting car, he teleported the package to the floorboard of the front passenger seat, safe for retrieval once they arrived at their dinner location...
 
into the evening

<< and so as the evening begins, memebers of the six prepare to try to enjoy their evening. Haleigh, Zach and Ava will have dinner together while Morgan, Karen and Nicolas go out together. Delilah and Alycia will have time to speak as Delilah helps Alycia settle into her guest room. It had been a while since these two had spoken one on one and it seemed that AGES had passed since the days when Alycia was Delilah's attourney in that investigation with the FBI.>>

<< the six had handled this latest curve ball well enough but there was still dischord in the air. the ongoing bitterness between Alycia and Haleigh promised to bring a NEW twist to the already uncertain situation involving Cameron and all the while, no one could have guessed that Haleigh's "personal problems" were only just beginning.>>

<< things always had a way of getting WORSE in the evening.>>

<< and so we watch.>>
 
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