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[islandshore]

Who: Riku, Sora, Kairi, Ilya, Xion, Naminé, and her travel group if they'd like to jump in!
Where: Cherrygrove City
When: Present, or maybe a few days back, depending.
Summary: Upon Naminé's arrival, the Keyderp brigade promised to meet with Naminé. Now's their chance to catch up and enjoy the relaxed scenery.
Rating: Probably nothing higher than PG.
Log:

[With everyone all prepped up for their meeting, it really was just a matter of time before they made it into town. Psych's teleportation made reaching New Bark Town an easy task, leaving the rest of the trip just a matter of flight.

When the gang finally reaches their destination, the first thing Naminé and her companions may notice is a bright orange dragon descending from the sky, along with any other flyers the group brought along. Once they've dismounted, Riku's quick to look around, trying to pinpoint Naminé in order to give a proper greeting.

But while they're in town, nothing says they can't enjoy the sights. It's been ages since Riku's hit Cherrygrove, so he's more than happy to take a little break. Give everyone time to mingle and catch up.

Maybe even catch some waves.]


[ooc: This log is open to mingling, so multiple top levels are A-okay. Figured it'd be easier than one big thread.]

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[islandshore]

[Cherrygrove is... nice, really. It's not his favorite town by a longshot, but he's gotta admit that the beach brings back memories of home. Between socializing, Riku can be spotted by the beach with Flare, where the two are busy setting up a small fire to cook up some grub.

They've brought sausages, a couple of cast iron pans, some buns, pancake batter, and other assorted goodies, just in case the others want to save on eating expenses.]

Just let us know if you want anything, and we'll get you all set up.

[His Chesnaught and Greninja are even rolling in some rocks and logs for chairs, if anyone wants to gather around the fire.]

[paopuprincess]

[Did you say "grub"? Because you're now going to be the victim of Goggle the Espurr. Staring. Into your soul. Give kitty sausage.]

[islandshore]

[Riku freezes when he spots the all too familiar kitty and... stares right back.

He's fighting back a shudder. It's just a cat. No need to get all tense.]

Let me guess. You're here for some grub.

[Well, here. Have a sausage. Hopefully she won't eat all the food...]

[paopuprincess]

[Goggle mewls happily and takes to nibbling one end of the sausage.

Kairi catches the begging kitty and shakes her head.]

Man, she's terrible around food.

[islandshore]

Have you been spoiling her lately?

[It's said with a sly smile and one hand on his hip. He's gotta use the other to flip pancakes, after all.]

[shatterings]

[ It's a lot to take in, honestly. Naminé isn't actually used to people wanting to watch out for her--well, save for a couple of times. Sora and Riku were always kind to her, of course, but she can't help but feel like she's undeserving of it. So this? This meeting, the politeness? It's nice. Just different.

And maybe what's also different is the intense grumbling in her stomach. Did anyone hear that? She hopes not. Even if they hadn't, her cheeks are still colored pink. ]

Ah... You've brought a lot. Do you mind...? I wouldn't mind some pancakes...

[islandshore]

[As Naminé makes her approach, the Charizard, Greninja, and Chesnaught all turn to her, giving grunts, croaks, and squeaks in greeting and waving. 'sup, girl?

Riku, in the mean time, grabs some batter and starts pouring it into a pan.]

How many are you after? One, two? A dozen?

[shatterings]

[ One or two she can do. What kind of person can eat a dozen pancakes in one sitting? Naminé gives them all a wave. They're all much bigger than she's used to, but they don't seem mean. They actually seem pretty sweet, despite their outward appearances. In that way, they're a good match for Riku. ]

Just two, please.

[shatterings]

[ An enthusiastic greeting? Okay, so part of her had maybe expected a warm greeting, but this? It's not the reaction she'd ever expect. From anyone. Nonetheless, it makes her feel a little wanted. And that makes all the difference in her demeanor. Naminé hasn't been able to catch another Pokémon aside from Elle, her Espurr, but that's because she didn't really feel a connection. At least she and Mini are getting along well. They're running around the little campground, meeting with the other Pokémon, and hopefully not getting into much trouble.

But a little way away, Naminé's standing near the water. There's a lot of new experiences she's had already. It's not bad. She actually likes this newfound freedom. She just has to get used to it. ]

[dressofheaven]

[The sounds of heavy footsteps behind Namine signal the arrival of a Garchomp. The towering jet dragon looms over her, sniffing the air and staring directly at her face. It takes several whiffs, leaning in closer ever time.

Then, with blinding speed, it lunges forward, mouth wide open.]

Typhon, don't you dare!

[Ilya's objection comes too late. Typhon's mouth has just closed around a large amount of Namine's poor hair.]

[shatterings]

Oh--!

[ Naminé definitely wasn't expecting such a huge Pokémon to come at her like that. Instead of running, instead, she sort of... freezes up. Having a giant (compared to her at least) dragon-like Pokémon open its mouth so close to your head? It would probably rattle pretty much anyone.

She relaxes only when she realizes Typhon's mouth isn't about to get a tasty treat in the form of her head. Just her hair. But that can be washed, at least. After a moment, Naminé finally relaxes and peers up at Typhon. ]

Ah... i-it's okay. As long as it's... just my hair.

[ Hey, this is probably Typhon's way of greeting... Right? ]

[dressofheaven]

[For a brief moment, Ilya ignores Namine, raising her finger and rising to her full (if still quite short) height and railing at her Garchomp with fury.]

I have told you time and time again! I don't care how pretty someone's hair is, you're not allowed to eat it!

[Typhon shrinks under her trainer's commanding fury, and releases Namine's hair, lowering her head sheepishly. Ilya glares at her for several moments before turning back to Namine.]

I'm sorry about her. Ever since she was a baby, she's seen lovely hair and she's simply had to go after it. She didn't harm you, did she?

[paopuprincess]

[Kairi quietly steps next to Naminé. It was still a little strange, standing next to someone exactly your height. Hair aside, you would swear they were the same person. But she didn't want to bring that up now. There would be plenty of time for questions.]

Hey.

[shatterings]

[ Naminé had seen her when she first entered. Hard not to, when you know someone's your other half. She's been pretty hyperaware of Kairi, and part of her isn't terribly surprised she's joining her. There might be a bit--a lot--of hesitance not only in Naminé's words, but her actions.

And maybe just a little regret. ]

Hello.

[paopuprincess]

Having fun?

[She gives Naminé a gentle smile. Cheer up!]

shhh this isn't late

[heartdive]

You should be careful. Something could jump out at you.

[ Sora knows from experience.

but he's coming close anyway. there is something very important that he is supposed to say to her. but right now Naminé seems a little nervous about Sora. he doesn't want to spook her or anything. so his approach is cautious. but hopeful! ]

neither is this pshhh

[shatterings]

[ Naminé herself gives a little start at the sound of his voice. It's with apprehension that she turns to him. He's older, older than she remembers, but that's to be expected. He holds himself a little differently, too, she thinks. Naminé's trying her best to seem calm and collected. He'd forgiven her, sure, but she's certainly not forgiven herself. ]

I... guess you're right. I'll do my best.

[heartdive]

[ trying her best... he can see that. but Sora comes a little more forward. still keeping at least a respectable distance. ]

There was something I wanted to tell you, though.

[bylight]

[Lightning is just going to stand as far away from all this as possible. Her arms are crossed, and she doesn't look all too thrilled to be here. Part of her knows that she's going to be saying goodbye to Naminé, and it just doesn't sit right with her. Yes, these people knew the younger girl, but Lightning still doesn't want strangers taking her away. She doesn't want the first person she made a connection with here to so suddenly be gone and forget about her.

Her attention gets caught by her Espurr, Hope, who seemed intent on climbing a tree. He isn't doing a very good job of it. At least Lightning thinks he's trying to climb. She can't tell what he wants most of the time anyways.]

We should get out of here soon, Hope.

[islandshore]

Leaving so soon?

[It was tough not to notice Lightning. Not only because of her age, but due to the way she'd kept a distance the whole time.

Riku doesn't want to push her, but at the same time, it's kinda sad how she seems so resigned to all this. So, he'll approach with a smile, hoping to at least lighten the mood a bit.]

[bylight]

You guys got what you came here for.

[She looks down and shifts. It takes her a moment to look back at him.]

You better take care of her. Else you'll have to answer to me.

[islandshore]

Hey, c'mon. No need to be a stranger.

[It's so odd seeing her so aloof again. Feels like he's dealing with a completely different person, but maybe it's for the best if he stops making comparisons.]

We'll take care of her, just... I don't know. Not like we want you to feel out of place.

[paopuprincess]

Hey, don't think you can run off without at least saying hello first.

[Lightning is approached by a girl who looks nearly exactly like Namine, save for her short red hair.]

Want anything? We made a bunch of food.

[bylight]

[Lightning indeed sees the resemblance. Were those two girls related somehow? Part of her feels like something else is going on.]

Do I know you? And what I do is my business.
[You'll have to excuse her. She doesn't want to part with Naminé.]

Depends. What is it?

[paopuprincess]

Sausage and stuff. [She shrugs.]

And you don't, but you know Naminé.