Welcome Party for the Summer Students and Staff

[bigdamnprincipal]

Despite the slightly overcast sky, the weather is still good for welcoming all of the new arrivals for the Fandom High summer session. The graduation decorations (and gremlin debris) have been cleared from the front lawn, and replaced with tables of information packets, food, and drinks. A series of signs point the students to the information table first, where they can pick up their room assignments from the office drones, and then continue on to the food tables to mingle.

And no, there are no inflatable gremlins around today. It's far too early to start scaring the new folks. That's what the mingling section is for!

[OOC: All right folks, have at it!]

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Re: Mingle/Meet the Newbies

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

Leaning into her touch, Jack relaxed, some of the tension draining away. "No, no explanation, just that it was important. I think it's permanent. Honestly, I can't imagine I'd agree to something like this unless there was no other choice." Ruefully, he said, "And if it was that important, well, stands to reason it'd be permanent."

He met her eyes. "It wasn't something I did lightly, I know that much. I was pretty upset at losing you and CJ." He reached out, as if to hug her, needing the contact, but pulled up short, clenching his hands and sighing loudly.

Changing the subject, he asked, "You got kiddified too, huh? Bet you were incredibly cute." He was not at all amused at the thought of a baby version of the rather formidable woman standing in front of him. Not even a little bit.

Re: Mingle/Meet the Newbies

[mparkerceo.livejournal.com]

"I would imagine so," Parker said, her voice softening a little. "You loved having her as your mom. She left partly because she wanted to look for you. She'll be thrilled you're okay, you know." She quirked an eyebrow. "Damn straight I was cute. And bossy. And loud. Be glad you missed it."

At the gesture, despite her ingrained reserve, Parker sighed. "Oh, damnit." She'd had sex with the guy multiple times. A hug wasn't beyond her. "C'mere, okay?" She put her arms around him in a very gentle embrace. "You'll manage this. I swear. And this place is great, you'll like it here, new guy. And even if you don't remember being my friend, I do. I'll do it for you until you feel it, okay?"

Re: Mingle/Meet the Newbies

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

His arms tightened around her and he sighed in relief, the tension inside him unravelling. He'd said he could depend on her, and damned if he hadn't been right. "Okay," he said softly. "Thanks."

He pulled away, and if his eyes were suspiciously bright, it was only because of the sun. "And I bet you were damn cute." Wrinkling his nose at her, he asked with a grin, "More bossy than you are now?", and danced back a few steps, just in case.

Re: Mingle/Meet the Newbies

[mparkerceo.livejournal.com]

Parker aimed a whapping at him, but didn't bother following through, grinning. "If you listen to the pirate on the radio? I was Maureen Bossy Bossy Meanie Head. So shut up, I might order you to do something." She tilted her head. "Are you okay with me telling people you lost your memory? Again? Or do you want some time to adjust?"

Re: Mingle/Meet the Newbies

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

Tipping his head back, Jack stared int the sky, (the bright sun having disappeared as mysteriously as it had appeared), and considered her question.

"Honestly? I think it would be easier if I didn't have to fake it." He slanted her a sly smile. "Never been a fan of that, in any circumstance. People are going to find out, especially if there's a pirate radio station - and Maureen Bossy Bossy Meanie Head? And they're still alive? I'd rather have it be my choice, or your choice, then to be outed."

Shrugging, he touched her briefly on the shoulder. "I leave it up to you. Just warn me if there's anyone I should be watching out for, okay?"

Re: Mingle/Meet the Newbies

[mparkerceo.livejournal.com]

"Okay. I'll let people know to give you some space, until you get your feet under you." Parker grabbed his hand and swung it, then grinned again. "Barbossa left the island after that broadcast. He only *thinks* I won't remember it when he gets back. Even if he was four at the time too."

"The only person you should avoid for a while that I can think of is Cam Mitchell. You slept with his ex-girlfriend before they dated, he never liked you for it, and while you guys are fine when you're both drunk, you both get macho otherwise. Just don't talk to him much until you're more secure here, okay?" Parker bumped her hip against his. "I'll look out for you until you've got a handle on this place. Which should be this weekend, if I know you."