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Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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Avery smirks, his eyes dancing with humour. ”You are so weird,” he informs Kimiko. Hot chocolate with a straw? What was the point?

Kimiko walks over to Avery and his eyes shift to track her as she approaches. He's surprised she kisses him lightly on the cheek, but he's quick to smile. After she leaned back, Avery stares into her eyes, locked in a silent conversation with her.

Avery dropped his arms at some point which allowed Kimiko to hug him. He hesitated, not wanting to hurt her further. Avery lightly holds Kimiko's waist while she holds onto him.

Avery isn't sure how long they hold each other like that, but he doesn't care. They both needed it, and Avery would hold her forever if she asked him to. However, at this point in time, Avery lets her go after whispering to her.

”I'll come back,” he assured. He tried to keep his voice level and calm, but all he could smell was Terrance on her skin and in her hair. It infuriated him.

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Caden

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Location: Caden’s Property —> Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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”I’ll meet you in the library,” Caden said, after they reached his front door. Caden smiled at the three simple words, but they were anything but.

Caden slipped his arms around Nero's hips and leaned in. He kissed Nero, dipping them back slowly as he deepened the kiss. After a long minute, Caden pulled Nero back up and whispered on their lips.

”I love you, too.” Caden pulled back, and opened up the front door for Nero.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House – Chicago, IL
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Cassiopeia couldn't help but grin when her boyfriend turned into a science nerd. ”It would be interesting. Physically I have the body of a 27 year old, but I'm nearly 300. I wonder what story my organs would tell. Maybe Caden can pull some strings and we could get a private scan.”

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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Avery grinned even though Kimiko flicked his nose. He stayed in the doorway, watching her gather her clothes. He smiled at her when she turned back to look at him. His heart tightened from the tone of her voice. He didn’t like how defeated she sounded.

”Of course. Do you want me to bring tea when I come back? Or hot chocolate?”

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Caden

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Location: Caden’s Property —> Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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”That’s more than okay. I was hoping we could do that soon anyways,” Caden told them. ”I know I have some books. If we need more information I have access to the Men of Letters online library. They don’t have everything on their for security reasons, but we might find something.”

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House – Chicago, IL
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Shivers ran down Cassi’s spine from the tone of Nic’s voice. Maybe Nic really was her knight in shinning armour. She giggled when Nic kissed her fingers, and turned in the tub to see him.

”Spell work healing works faster than first aid kids, so technically, I’m still the better first aid kit,” she teased. Cassiopeia pressed a wet hand to Nic’s cheek. ”Did you miss the part where I said I created a bubble around myself? I didn’t get burned. It was just a little warm,” Cassiopeia said.

She could joke about being burned now, but for months after she woke with nightmares, and the feeling of being burned. She was very nearly like Kiki as well with starting fires in her sleep.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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Avery laughs while they walk down the hallway to Kimiko's room on Caden's side of the house. He opened her door and unwrapped Kimiko's arm from his.

”The fun thing is you can't get mad at Henry and the others, since they were all very concerned for you,” Avery declared. He leaned against the doorframe outside of Kimiko's room and crossed his arms over his chest.

”Is there anything else I can get for you, Miss Kimiko?” Avery asked, unable to help himself.

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Caden

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Location: Caden’s Property – Chicago, IL
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Caden looked at Nero, eyes wide, and laughed. ”Oh. Well yes, it did sound very scary,” Caden agreed.

They walked along a path through some trees before they found the driveway and walked up that to the house.

”What would you like to do for our afternoon, my little imp?”

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House – Chicago, IL
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Cassiopeia shook her head gently, running her hands along the top of the water to make it ripple from the movement. ”I was never blessed with the ability to heal. I can do simple spells, but I can't fully heal someone, and I can't heal myself,” Cassi explained. ”As for my injuries… I've had previous head injuries from being knocked unconscious and various cuts. My arm has been broken, as well as both my hands and fingers. I've also been burned alive, but as you can see, it didn't take,” Cassi said, holding up her arms and wiggling her fingers so Nic could see she was perfectly fine. ”I created a bubble of air around me while the fire raged around me. That didn't help the witch accusations, though.”

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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Avery chuckled when Kimiko tried defending herself about being able to walk on her own. ”I'm sure, but this is nice.” Before Avery could say anymore, the front door opened and Henry was there with several other people. Everyone stared at Kimiko and even a few of the staff started to tear up.

“Oh thank goodness,” Henry visibly sighed in relief. “Are you hungry Miss Kimiko? Thirsty? Anything you want and we'll get it for you.” The rest of the staff nodded emphatically.

Avery smirked and covered his mouth to avoid getting hit by Kimiko later. ”I believe Miss Kimiko wants to shower and rest. Caden is at the shed, so tell everyone to not go near it. Charles will be arriving sometime tomorrow to deal with them.” Avery had emphasized the title before Kimiko's name because he thought it was absolutely hilarious.

Henry nodded and backed everyone away from the door for Avery and Kimiko to walk inside.. “Of course. If there is anything you require later Miss Kimiko, please let me or one of the other staff members know."

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Caden

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Location: Caden’s Property – Chicago, IL
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Caden locked the cabin and the SUV before pocketing the keys. Normally he would have Avery hang out around the cabin, but in light of recent events, he didn't want to ask.

”I like the sound of walking back,” Caden said and offered Nero his arm. ”How do you make a hellhound?” Caden asked curiously.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House – Chicago, IL
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”Would this be a bad time to list my past injuries?” Cassi asked Nic. She was no stranger to pain or near death experiences. Of course, it didn't make new injuries any less traumatic or painful. Cassi's head still throbbed right now, but her dizziness and nausea were starting to subside. Nick's gentle touch was also soothing.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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Avery cocked his head to the side when she stuttered. She had never been this flustered with him before. Avery wasn’t entirely sure how he felt about it. He did, however, enjoy having his hands on her and hers on him.

”Okay, well, lean on me at least then,” Avery said. He let go of her waist and offered his arm to her instead.

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Caden

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Location: Caden’s Property – Chicago, IL
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Inside the shed, there were three different cages. Two were the same size, with the third being slightly larger and looking like it could fit a number of large creatures. Caden opened up the larger cage and put the person he was carrying inside before he opened the other two cages. He turned around and watched Nero usher the other three inside.

Caden watched Levi move into the larger cage. Caden walked over and closed that cage once there were two people inside and he locked it. ”I’ll come by with food later.” Unlike the Chicago werewolf pack, Caden wasn’t a monster.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House – Chicago, IL
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Cassiopeia’s cheeks warmed after Nic kissed them. She didn’t mind the idea of showing off for him a little.

Nic’s hands were strong and comforting as they rubbed her shoulders. Cassi felt herself sinking into the water more as she relaxed. She rested a hand over Nic’s and gave it a gentle squeeze.

”I’m doing okay still,” she assured him. She was looking forward to being clean, drinking her tea, and then going to sleep.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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”I’m saying I don’t want to take you on a date when it’ll look like I’ve beaten you,” Avery said, his tone harder. Because that’s exactly what she looked like, and that’s exactly what had happened.

Avery rests his hands on her waist to help steady her. ”Do you want me to carry you to your room?” he offered.

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Caden

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Location: Caden’s Property – Chicago, IL
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”Unfortunately I have standards, even though they are cages. They are bigger than Kiki’s, but yes, you can scare them a little more if you would like, my little imp.” Caden rests his fingers along their chin and kisses them softly. He pulled back after a moment and opened up the back of the SUV and started hauling the wolves out. One of them was still sluggish, so Caden just threw him over his shoulder. The other three, including Levi, were more coherent.

”You can walk under your own power, or Nero here will help you,” Caden declared and gestured to Nero before Caden turned and walked away. He unlocked the shed before heading inside.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House – Chicago, IL
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Cassiopeia closed her eyes when she felt the water pour over her head. Nic was careful so that the water didn’t go into her eyes or over her cut. The only time it started to pull was when he started to separate her hair. Cassi held her breath to keep from wincing and worrying him.

She smiled at his question and decided to play along. It would be a good distraction for her anyway. ”White,” she informed him.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Driving —> Caden’s House – Chicago, IL
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Avery parked the car and looked at Kimiko. ”Eager to go out on a date with me, are you?” Avery opened up his door and got out before going around to help Kimiko out of the car.

”I’ll take you somewhere fun, but maybe in a few days after you’ve healed up,” Avery said.

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Caden

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Location: Caden’s Property – Chicago, IL
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”I have several cages inside. Sometimes we’ll hold creatures here until we figure out what to do with them,” Caden explained and opened up the door and got out of the SUV. ”Charles will be round sometime tomorrow,” Caden said, turning around to look back at Nero.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House – Chicago, IL
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Cassiopeia wiggled her nose and giggled when Nic splashed the water at her. She turned, sitting her back against the tub closest to Nic. ”Another swimsuit, but you’ll just have to take me swimming to know what it looks like,” she teased him.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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Avery laughs and shrugs. ”It’s because of when I was born. To me, it sounds better than saying, ‘you wanna go out?’” he said in an obnoxious tone. He pulled down Caden’s driveway and glanced at Kimiko. ”Nic is going to yell at me if you keep splitting your lip open like that,” he stated.

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Caden

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Location: Driving —> Caden’s Property – Chicago, IL
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Caden relaxed when his home came into view. He looked into the rearview mirror. All of the wolves were starting to stir, including Levi. Caden tapped his stirring wheel in compilation of where he wanted to put the wolves while they waited for Charles to make it to Chicago. Which wouldn’t be until tomorrow.

Along Caden’s driveway, there were a few side roads and bends one could take to other areas of his property. Caden turned down one of these roads, leaving Avery and Kimiko as they made for the main house. Caden drove down the road until a little cabin appeared. It was more of a shed than a place to live, but it was mostly empty. Caden parked outside and shut the SUV.

”Will you help me move our cargo?” Caden asked Nero.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House – Chicago, IL
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Cassiopeia rolls her eyes, but can’t help the blush or grin that comes to her face from Nic’s teasing. ”Stop it. You’re going to make me fall,” she gently scolded Nic.

The hot water made Cassi sigh. She sat down and shut her eyes while the water soaked into her tired muscles. She turned her head, opened her eyes, and looked at Nic.

”If you take me swimming, I’d probably wear a different suit,” she informed Nic.

X-Men: Cosmic Crusades 👽

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Antoinette McCarthy

Location: Outside – X-Mansion
Skills: Running

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Antoinette glanced at Guin after hearing the shift in her voice. She looked away, watching the path they ran on, and contemplated a response. ”Sometimes everything needs to go wrong in order to find the right path again.”

Antoinette looked back at her friend and training partner. She gave Guin a little smile before nodding to a fork in the path up ahead. One way led around the lake, which would be the original running path they decided on, while the other headed back towards the mansion. ”Want to head in early and get some water?” Antoinette suggested. ”Arnold’s probably hungry anyways,” she added to help Guin with an out if she needed it.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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The sound of Kimiko’s breathing, or lack thereof, worried Avery, and he glanced at her again. She was staring at him, rapt with attention. He chuckled and focused back on the road.

”It means my wolf recognizes you as our mate. Which means I’m asking you if you would like to go steady with me.”

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Cassi's House– Chicago, IL
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Cassiopeia smiled and nodded, watching Nic retreat to her bathroom before she goes to her bed. Cassi gathers the clothes she worse last night to change into after her bath before she picks out a two-piece swimsuit to wear for her bath.

It took Cassi a bit longer to change as she was being mindful of her head, but she eventually managed it, and walked into the bathroom.