Goodbye, Cameron King

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:: Sarah and Sydney nodded their heads as they looked at each other up and down and pondered the thought of being left with Alison as their guardian. They wondered what that would be like. ::

Sarah: Man, she is really messed up. I never thought Dad and her were that close. I bet that is why we stayed in LA.

Sydney: Probably, and you know Dad just didn't want us to get hurt. He was doing good work and he didn't want us to get hurt. I don't think Alison was any part of that. You would leave he would name Erika as the Guardian. We were much closer to her. Remember the Summer we spent at her house this year while she was in Limbo?

Sarah: Yeah that was great! Her house was huge. I really don't know, Sis. I am a little scared. Maybe we should like runaway or something..

Sydney: Well Sarah! I didn't think you had it in you.. I think we should stick around for a little bit and see how we like it. Besides, these people look like they have more money than Dad!

:: The twins took a moment to look at the people around them. So many people came to see their father, and they had only met them a few times. They wondered if Cameron really liked all these people or if the even liked Cameron. There was a lot of publicity around this funeral and a lot of speculation on the girls themselves. The media knew he had daughters but they never saw them. Cameron made sure of that. They looked at Vivica and smiled. Sarah looked at Alison again ::

Sarah: "Thanks, Aunt Alison. I hope we're not imposing.. I know we never have been that close... Dad kept us in Los Angeles most of the time.. That's where we went to school and all. He talked alot about you.. When he first found out you were related.. He was so happy.. I have never seen him like that...I just.. I just want to say that I can't wait to get to know you..."

:: Sydney somewhat rolled her eyes and laughed ::

Sydney: She doesn't mean to sound like a Hallmark Card, she is just nervous, she gets sentimental you know. But thanks for having us at Illustra. I can't wait to hit up the shopping complex with maybe I don't know.. My FAVORITE supermodel of all time, Morgan Victoria? I have always been a fan. You looked so good in the high fashion stuff. The early 90's was my favorite stuff. The shoulders the clean lines, I have always been a fan of Illustra.

:: Sydney somewhat blushed as she looked at Morgan and then back at Alison. She could tell she definitely took after Alison, there was something about her that made her stop and think and she wasn't sure if she liked it. ::
 
Way back hidden behind vast amounts of people sat Blaze Fielding. Her emerald eyes shielded behind a pair of black sunglasses, masking how she truly felt. She sat patiently awaiting for the outside venue to begin. Her observant eyes taking in the various sites of the cemetery. Everything looked so elegant, which she linked to King Enterprises and Illustra, Inc.

Her eyes falling on Erika King. Blaze hadn't seen the witch in a long time, not since Witchfire. Although as she stared at the woman she felt her sorrow, pain, and misery. Erika began with a powerfully moving introduction. Blaze felt the raw struggle for Erika through this difficult time, she had to give the woman credit. She recalled what it was like to lose Morgan and how that literally pushed her over the band wagon. But, for Erika to deliver such a moving and heartfelt speech took credit. Unlike the others of the group, Blaze fully respected Erika and what she stood for. Her eyes moving to fall on the back of Alison and Haleigh, who were several rows in front of her.

Happy birds chirping and singing in the background. Too bad the beautiful creatures weren't singing for joyce on this occasion but more so a sullen lullaby. Vivica also remained nearby Blaze's side listening to the speech. As the mention of each of their names, Blaze's eyes sparkled with tears. Blinking them back and clearing her throat from the lump that lay nestled. She never got to see Cameron after she was brought back from the Heavens. Prophet only barely knew Jasmine, which humored with the "interesting" comment. Jasmine Klein was a downright annoying bitch but in the end she came through for her team and her family.

"Babe? Can I get a tissue my contacts are acting up." Vivica turned to her partner with an amused laugh handing her a tissue, whispering into her ear. "Too bad you don't wear contacts Blaze." Wiping at her eyes at the moving speech, Blaze gave a lopsided smile. Opps, her secret was uncovered.

As Erika finished up, Blaze felt her own heart heavy and shaky. Brushing a few chocolate locks from her eyes she was thankful to be wearing the sunglasses again. Her eyes distinctly observed Haleigh greet Erika with a hug. Looking away, Blaze awaited for the priest to give a final farewell. Erika had obviously set the mood full of light and passion for her brother Cameron King. The priest delivered the conclusion of the mornings services. Blinking her blurry vision Blaze looked up at the pale sky.

Maybe it is I who yearns to see you again. I think you'll like it up there Cam, lots of beautiful heavenly women. But somehow I know your heart only yearns for one and she happens to be present at this funeral. I know wherever you are you can hear me....you know I hate good - byes. As much as a stubborn ass as you were I really did respect for you. I only wish I could have told you that. I can't explain it but I feel as though the other half of my heart is missing. I can only imagine what Haleigh, Erika, and Alison feel. I love you stud muffin, I'm sure we'll have that discussion about music.

She thought sadly, rising from her chair. Her heighten senses alerting to the appearance of Ororo. Her essential oils enough to pinpoint her exact location without having to look for her. Blaze felt a bit of hope with the Goddess here but only slightly. Blaze wasn't sure what to do now so she walked away from the funeral session of the cemetery to have a smoke.

Reaching into her purse she pulled out a cigarette just as Vivica snatched it from her lover's grasp. "Oh no you didn't Blaze Fielding! Smoking is gross and its bad for your health." Scolded Viv who broke the cigarette in half with her fingertips. Blaze shook her head, "your about as stubborn as my friends." Blaze stared over to Cameron's daughters. She wondered who the mother of his children were. Wouldn't that be so soap operish if ALEXIS was? The mutant highly doubted that though. She felt a fire within Sydney though a sort of rebellion the same way she was. Girl's got fire behind her...I can feel it. Not meaning a power per say but that of a passionate nature. Sarah seemed more down to earth and solid compared to her sister.

Everyone else interacted as Morgan cast a disapproving look to her sister. It was to be expected but Blaze didn't care. She didn't dress to satisfy anyone but herself. Vivica turned to Blaze, "I'll be right back." She disappeared to the crowd to mingle with people leaving Blaze alone.

Walking over to Haleigh and Erika she moved silently in her all white suit. "Powerful speech...Cameron would be grinning from ear to ear." Blaze locked eyes with Erika. "I would say I'm sorry but I know you've heard that a hundred times today. So I give you kudos for having the balls to go up there and deliver such a speech." It was the first time Blaze had interacted with Erika in a long time, not since her death. "Hey Hales..." She said firmly making sure Haleigh heard here. The mutant had her number down or make that memorized. "I think its an honorable thing you did today." Addressing Erika before looking back at Haleigh. "I'd ask how your doing but I can already feel it...despite our differences and my actions as of lately I AM sorry Haleigh." Blaze's tone sincere and precise.
 
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< Erika embraced Blaze in a deep hug. It was good to actually see her again. She had been dead the last time Erika laid eyes on her. She patted her back and said her salutations to the firestarter. >

"Thank You Blaze the words are kind and yes I have heard I am sorry so many times. It is good to just honor my brother. I know he would love to be here, to see all the people that came to his funeral. That is just so like him. He is probably watching up in the sky and just laughing or making fun of the other people's outfits..."

< She stopped herself and almost started to cry but held back the tears as she looked back upon Haleigh and Blaze with watery eyes. >

"I just miss her so much.. It hursts, but I will get through it. I want to make this a day about love. A day of just remembering Cameron for who he is.."
 
Warmly embracing Erika in a tender hug, Blaze could sense a bit of Cameron in his sister. Pulling back she reached out for Erika's hand, "I know...trust me I lost Morgan and she lost me on several occasions. Its OKAY to break down or lose it. The important thing is to know you have friends all around you." She motioned with her right hand around to those present.

"Cameron may not be here in spirit but he'll ALWAYS be here." She pointed to Erika's heart. "Cam was close to you and for obvious reasons. But, cherish his memory, take the time to grief, and celebrate him as a person. I can't register he's gone...I guess I'm far too stubborn to believe it.."

Shaking out of her reverie Blaze nodded to Sarah and Sydney. "If I may be so bold, who is the mother of those two beautiful women? I never heard Cameron mention it...I feel so out of the loop." She said honestly.
 
<< Morgan nodded as Vivica accepted her invitation to stay as a guest at Illustra>>

I just hope that she doesn't piss Alycia off. Goddess knows those two have NEVER gotten along easily.

<< she watched as the two young girls came to see their "aunt" Alison. she still couldnt believe this latest development. maybe she HAD been out of the loop far longer than she thought! after all, she learned that not only had Sharon Kelly died, but so too did Alexis after betraying the team and nearly destroying the city and east coast-- that electrified trainwreck, AND NOW, Prophet was dead too...so many changes...and NONE of them were really pleasant. but at least Foxfire was here, and they had gained powerfull new members in the form of Persephone and Rampage.>>

<< Morgan ran her hand through her glossed, slicked back blonde hair as she shook her head thinking about all the "changes" and pushing them back before they distracted her from her task at hand...helping Alison through. She watched the twins addressing their aunt, not really sure what to think of them, but knowing that since they were still young girls AND direct descendants of Cameron...they would probably be tempestuous to say the least.>>


Pretty little girls. Let's hope i dont have to KICK THEIR PRETTY LITTLE ASSES while they stay in Illustra.

<< Morgan's icy voilet eyes remained fixed on the girls as they spoke to Alison. Clearly Sarah was the more polished, personable one, while Sydney was the more daring, bold one. Upon hearing Sydney's compliment, Morgan nodded as she looked down at the young girl.>>

<< in an icy voice>>

why thank you...Sydney.

What does she mean by "the stuff in the 90's"? -I hope she's not trying to suggest i'm OLD!

<< indeed, since her return from the seige perilous, Morgan had DE-AGED and the change was noticeable.>>

If you like high fashion, you will be in the EPICENTER of it when you come to stay at Illustra. I can arrange for you both to enjoy a full make over, spa treatment and no expenses barred shopping spree. After all, every young girl should be able to exprience the chance to express herself through fashion and maximize her beauty.


<< as Erika spoke to Haleigh and Blaze, Morgan turned and looked>>

this woman acts like she she just came down off the cross. if she is so broken up..where the hell was SHE when Alison nearly died saving the city? where was she when we could have used HELP against Malice and the Dire Wraiths? she claimed to always be there for her brother...so why couldnt have helped Alison FIND HIM when it became appearent that he was in trouble!?


<< she stood, with her arms folded, and watched the exchange>>
 
the cemetary

:: Alison took Sarah's hand and held it gently. This was the one with "sense and sensibility", she had grace and was wiser than her years YET she wasnt annoying sacchrine like her aunt Erika.::

yes, we'll make sure that you're time here is as pleasant as it can be. do not worry, you will be taken care of.

:: she looked at Sydney, the girl couldnt see HER eyes through the sun glasses, but Alison narrowed those eyes as she looked at this one. She would be the one to "push the envelope", she could "see" it all around her and Alison was not in the mood to have a child trying to match wits with her. BUT even as Alison could look ahead, she pulled herself back and realized that right now, these girls would need all the buffering and support they could get right now. Their father had had a HELLISH life as a boy, and despite the problems he and Alison had, she couldnt see herself just letting these girls go through anything similar.::

:: and what about Erika? she who now acts as though she just gave birth to quadruplets after having eulogized Cameron? Where was she when she could have made a DIFFERENCE? no doubt Erika would hide behind the excuse of "training with Ororo" as the reason why she was just NOW appearing before everyone after all that had happened. While the matters of Cameron's estate were being executed by Alycia, Alison would not tolerate her excuses, she would not tolerate her "high and mighty ways" and WOE until Erika if she crossed Alison in anyway during this difficult time.::


:: Alison gritted her teeth at the sound of Erika's voice as she addressed Haleigh and Blaze. Alison was still irritated with Blaze for a myriad of other reasons and now there she stood, wearing WHITE to her brother's funeral!? just WHO did she think she was? Alison couldnt take this right now.::

:: she stands up abruptly as she fixes her glare on Erika. She wanted to TK the woman head first into a headstone clear across the cemetary::

EXCUSE ME.

:: barging past Erika and Blaze, the seer was clearly agitated and didnt want to be near the two of them.

:: walking away with a serious stride, her black donna karan dress flattered her tall, toned , feminine figure and as she distanced herself from the small group, she went and stood by the burial plot where her bother had just been laid to rest.::


:: speaking softly, out of ranage of everyone else.::

so much has happened...and very little of it good. after everything you went through...the sickening irony that you once again fell through the cracks and into the hands of Malice....it is something that will haunt me forever...baby brother.

after all you'd gone through..and how hard you worked to turn your life around...your time with the six....we lost you shortly before we lost Morgan and Alexis. We got Morgan back...but none of our powers could allow us to get YOU back...not before it was....

too late.

:: she bows her head, as the wind blows through her blue/black hair::

I am....so sorry Cameron.

:: shutting her eyes..her sorrow grew, as did her hatred for everything that Erika was. But she pulled herself back.::

Malice is gone....and she'll never hurt anyone else ever again.

and though you may be gone....you'll never be forgotten. you did something that few could...you found a place within...

:: spoken very quietly::

my heart.

:: she extends her right index figner. a soft rushing chime sound is heard as three red roses fly from a funeral spray and land down on top of the coffin in the burial plot.::

:: Alison would be ready to leave soon. the sooner she got back to Illustra, the sooner they could get down to business and she could send Erika on her way.::
 
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Very touching :)
Sarah: Thank You Miss Victoria. That is very generous of you..

:: Sarah and Sydney looked at each other as their Aunt Alison barged past Erika and Blaze and sat alone near the tombstone of their father. They exchanged looks and pondered on who should go over to her and say something. ::

Sarah: Sydney, you should go say something.. She seems really upset.. and you two seem alot alike.

Sydney: Oh God, Sarah! Are you trying to say I seem frigid and uptight? I will go say something only because.. Dad would have wanted us too..[/i]

:: Sydney sighed and cringed as she went over to Alison to try and say anything. She figured this was the best move as she didn't want a fist fight to errupt during her father's funeral. She walked over and looked at the headstone. It became very real then. She decided to try and say anything that would make her feel better. ::

"It's strange.. isn't it? I mean, does it feel real at all? It's crazy, it's like the other day he was doing something completely self absorbed and loving every minute of it and then he was gone. I mean he is my Dad. I love the guy, but he was so infuriating sometimes.. I wanted to knock his block off at times. I know it sounds disrespectful but there is nothing I hate more than people who try and act all sad at funerals.. like they care more than they do..I know I should be sad.. I am sad.. but, I don't want to dwell on that..."

:: She put her hand on Alison shoulder as she tried to continue to console her ::

"You guys are in a dangerous line of work. You save the world everyday. It can't come as THAT big of shock that some of you might die. It's reality, maybe it's deeper than that, but I mean you are in the line of work of saving lives and sometimes that means sacrifiicing your own.. You know.. it's nobody's fault. For whatever reason, we always blame ourselves... I know the LAST thing you want is some kid giving you advice, but hey, you aren't above it. Don't go that route with Erika. Just don't. It's not going to solve anything, you are just going to drift apart. I do that sometimes.. Sarah says I just can't control myself sometimes, that I just explode without warning. It's never good..."
 
As Erika and herself discussed various matters Blaze could feel the animosity dripping off Alison, who came barreling past them like a brutal - raging storm. Stepping back quickly, Blaze raised her sunglasses upon her forehead to watch Guardian move away. She pondered about confronting her but thought it best to leave the woman be. It wouldn't solve any problems just make matters worse.

"Fiery gal." She said coolly, directing her attention to Alison. "She hides behind that marble heart but I know better. Although its her way of dealing with something...her way of dealing with pain."

She said softly, looking back at Erika. "How was your training? I heard you were developing your skills with Ororo? She's a wise and honorable warrior, but you do look refreshed."

Her eyes moving back to Haleigh, "Maybe you should talk to Alison? I would but...well obviously I'm not her favorite person plus she's disapproving with me. She'll respect your judgment and understanding." Blaze was only trying to look out for Alison in her own way plus Haleigh needed time with someone who understood.

"I'll have to set up a beneficial party for Cameron at XS when the time is appropriate." She said slowly, mindful of the time. Sydney out of the blue ventured over to Alison, which surprised Fox.

"That one is so full of fire and passion....she reminds me of me as a teenager. I did not anticipate her to comfort Alison, but they share an uncanny strength...as least what I sense."
 
Nicolas listened to Alycia's comment with slightly widening eyes. This girl was as tough as she was pretty, and she had quite a bit of both, he decided.

"So, now we're supposed to take this happy little group back to Illustra? How long before this blows up in our faces? Will we even make the reading of the will?"

Smiling grimly , he leaned forward and reached into his jacket pocket, pulled out a fresh rose (the florist would find one missing and an extra hundred dollar bill later), and gave it to Alycia. He leaned forward to speak so that only she coud hear. He figured now was as good a time as any.

"I regret that we got off on the wrong foot twice. I was too busy worrying about myself to see the big picture, and that was unfair to you. I hope you can accept my apology. By the way, if you had worn THIS outfit when I first saw you, I would have spoken A LOT less and we could have avoided the mess altogether."

Nicolas chuckled as he leaned back from her, hoping that they could build upon today's interactions. He realized that what they were doing was far too dangerous and life far too short to have unnecessary strife and confusion, so he decided that he would make an extra effort to connect with ALL of the Six and their allies, if he possibly could.
 
:: Alison didnt look back as she felt a hand reaching up to touch her shoulder. she knew it was Sydney::

maybe wearing a thin strapped dress wasnt the best idea.

:: she thought coldly::


:: this young woman certainly had a pair, addressing Alison as she did, to make it sound as though it were par for the course to watch the body count of the six go higher every couple of months.::

Sydney, you cannot understand MY position. I raised your father and Erika as best i could...protecting them from...

:: she stopped short- she was not about to go through the whole story with this child.. as Sydney continues on. the child suggests that Alison shouldnt have been surprise by Cameron's death? does she know what happened and why? was she really about to have this discussion with a child? OF COURSE NOT!::

:: she turned, as her sunglass hidden cobalt blue eyes fixed on Sydney, standing taller than the girl, Alison places her hands on her hips::

That will be quite enough of THAT!

:: she bellows as she ends the conversation with the arrogant child.::

Morgan, kindly advise everyone that the services are OVER.

:: Alison leaves the area and heads back to the escalade, desperately trying to keep her temper in check.::
 
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back behind the rows of chairs

there's no telling. Alison doesnt tolerate much and she wont hesitate to shred Erika. WOE unto anyone who tries to stop her when she's pissed.


:: Alycia knew that NIcolas had seen Guardian unleashed, so he would understand.::

My job is to execute Cameron's will and of course, be there for Alison as best as i can both professionally and personally. The fact that Erika and Vivica are here....well, i suppose that can't be helped.




:: Alycia's tone was rather catty with that last remark, unknown to Nicolas, Vivica Lennox and Alycia Barnett didnt exactly get along EITHER. He was in the center of a MAJOR catfight waiting to happen all around.::


::she smirked as Nicolas handed her the fresh rose::

do you always carry a rose with you for "on demand occasions?"

:: Alycia lifted her eyebrow as she looked Nicolas up and down. standing at 5'11" without heels, Alycia was tall but Nicolas was still much taller than her and as he leaned in to whisper a sincer apology, Alycia could see the change in the man. She had noticed that he was on much stronger ground with the rest of the Six and it was a refreshing change.::

well thank you indeed. apology accepted. i see that you've begun to fit in to the six rather nicely. Now as FINE and charming as you are though ,i think if you do too much more flirting, Morgan will turn me into a tree and YOU into a toad. :: laughing a bit::

We all know that you two are digging each other.

:: she winked as she playfully chastised Nicolas::

:: she realized that Sharon Kelly's grave was in this cemetary as well..that Nicolas hadnt seen it yet, and that perhaps while others were mingling that she could take this opportunity to show him to the grave of the woman that meant so much to his father. ::

You know, Sharon Kelly's grave is in this cemetary, Nicolas. I think maybe you should see it...it will bring you a step closer to the woman that meant so much to your father......I....

:: before Alycia could finish, Alison snapped, LOUDLY and shut down the funeral, seeing Sydney standing near the spot where Alison quickly left...and looking over to where Morgan, Vivica, Erika, Haleigh and Blaze where, Alycia continued to stand among Persephone, Karen and Nicolas.::

I think THAT right there is the bell for round one.

:: Alycia made her way past the group and met up with Delilah::

I hope for THEIR SAKE ::noding to Erika and the twins:: that they do not piss Alison off. Today ...this whole situation is just the WRONG time.
 
Cemetary

Nicolas chuckled but noted the truth in her statements about Morgan. He was also a bit thrilled that people seemed to notice their vibe. When she told him of Senator Kelly's gravesite being here, he immediately went towards it with her so he could pay his respects when he was frozen by Alison's voice, declaring that the funeral was over. Alycia's final comment was a spot on assessment of the situation.

"Okay... We will be back so you can show me her grave, and soon, OK? But right now, it's showtime."

Nicolas planted a suggestion to the general funeral-goers that the funeral was in fact over and the family probably needed their space right now to grieve. As they began to depart en masse, he nodded to the ladies in the group he had been talking to and walked over to Morgan.

"The guests are handled. If you wish to separate this group and delay further incidents, maybe you and Alison should take the Maybach back. We can all pile in the Escalade if you want. It is entirely up to you. Whatever you think is best for Alison."

Nicolas stood, nodding to guests as they left and waiting to see what Morgan wanted to do about what seemed to be a tempest brewing.
 
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<< Morgan stood back as Alison pulled away from the group. She KNEW that the seer's anger with Erika was rising and she hoped that they could at least get back to Illustra before the shit hit the fan. She saw Alison take a personal moment by Cameron's grave and soon, Sydney went to join her.>>


not a smart move, kiddo.

<< Morgan shifted her glare to Erika and Blaze, who couldnt stop running her mouth about "who the mother was?">>

<< stepping forward and speaking with an icy voice, Morgan dwarfed the two women as she looked at them>>

Blaze, this isnt the Maury Povich show. Leave it alone till later okay?

<< she turned and looked around, some of the guests had paid their final respects and left. Ororo was gone as well but she was greatfull to have had the chance to address her honored mother. Alycia, Karen, Nicolas and Persephone were talking a few paces away and Delilah had been addressing Vivica.>>

<< things seemed to be maintained, for the moment, but that was OVER when she heard Alison bellow and quickly turned. The Seer abruptly cut off Sydney from whatever she was saying and shut down the funeral. She demanded that Morgan dismiss any last minute guests and hearing the strain in Alison's voice, she knew it was time for the CORE and their allies to return to Illustra to privately sort out the rest of the affairs for today.>>


<< stepping to the center of the aisle between the rows of chairs as the wind blew, Morgan spoke loudly and clearly>>

Ladies and gentlemen, we thank you for your presence today to help us mourn the passing and honor the memory of Cameron King. a more personal acknowledgement for all flowers, cards, personal condlences and such will be made at a later time. May you all leave and return to your day safely. Thank you.

<< she waved everyone away, and turned back to Erika, Blaze and Haleigh.>>

I think it's time to go back to Illustra. NOW.

<< as Nicolas came to her side, she looked over. His suggestion was very timely.>>

Thank you. I WILL ride with Alison of course. She has to know there's at least ONE person here she can trust

<< glaring at Erika>>

Persephone will ride with us. She's not exactly thrilled with several people here and i dont want her to be left alone. Delilah will ride with us as well.


If you would please take my mother, and ride with her, Vivica and Erika. Haleigh andZach traveled privately so they wont have to ride in the escalade.....and make SURE that no one bothers my mother or they will have to deal with ME!

Alycia has her own limo and will bring the twins.

<< she walked away, not missing a step in her five inch spiked heels as she went to see to Alison. she had no problems with Haleigh, and she hoped the woman would understand how awkward this was BUT that Morgan would ALWAYS take Alison's side.>>
 
[ Delilah just nodded at Alycia's comment - though she agreed about Erika and the twins, she didn't feel this was the place to fall into gossipping. As she moved to rejoin Morgan and the others, she noticed Blaze talking to Erika. No doubt once again trying to "gain points" with the new outsider. She shook her head - that outfit combined with her behavior on this day seemed somewhat disrespectful of Alison and her brother. But she shrugged it off - she wasn't going to dwell on it today.

After Morgan gave out the seating arrangements for the ride home, she followed a distance behind her on the way to get Alison in case they needed a few minutes to speak privately before leaving. She was glad to have the chance to be alone in a small, comforting group with the seer before getting back to Illustra. Alison seemed moments from snapping - if she wasn't on her way already - and she needed her friends around her and without annoyances now most of all. ]
 
Returning to Illustra

Blaze stood quietly among Haleigh and Erika, obviously the shorter one of the group. She found her eyes traveling on the others present before stopping on Alison. The icy seer seemed to be distancing herself with everyone. Blaze stopped short as she watched Alison demand her sister conclude the services for Cameron’s funeral. Alison’s behavior was predictable, the mutant was amazed the witch kept it in synch this long.

Morgan walked over with her spiked heels making a crack about her inquiry with Erika. Even Blaze had to bite back a smile. Her sister always had a way with words but she nodded in agreement. "Okay." She said smoothly, walking towards Vivica’s BMW.

Her partner also encountered Alison’s abrupt attitude with Sydney, which was a foreshadowing of how tonight would go. Vivica could tell it was time to depart. She excused herself from the crowd she had been with, walking off to follow Blaze.

"If you want to stay with me tonight Blaze your more than welcome to. I know the ground is shaky with you and your friends." Glancing over to Ms. Fox, Blaze smiled while climbing into the car. "I appreciate that but something tells me its not a good idea. Morgan would want me to stay at Illustra for the time being. And I don’t want to unsettle her or the others. I think my wardrobe alone pushed the limits and my actions as of recently."

Turning on the car, Vivica looked back at Blaze, who was buckling her seat belt. "I thought you looked stunning." Blaze leaned forward to eject the CD that had been playing replacing it with Kelis’ "I’m bossy." Pulling out from the cemetery, the two headed back to Illustra.
 
Haleigh fell into her usual reticence, nodding in agreeance with what Erika said about Cameron finally getting to say what he hadn't while he was alive. Hardened soldier of war that she was, she pulled herself together and wiped the last of her tears from her eyes, looking over at a newly arrived Ororo. She was glad the woman had come... but got a dark feeling about what it might mean. Ororo didn't ever come to their realm just for the hell of it.

Blaze had the nerve to come over and strike up conversation with Erika, which prompted Haleigh to glare at her, boring her sharp green eyes into Blaze. And then the unthinkable happened.... and Blaze turned to Haleigh and began to speak to her, and Haleigh felt a surge of anger and the rising desire to BREAK Blaze's FACE. Zach began to make his way towards Haleigh through the sudden crowd of everyone forming groups to discuss Cameron's death. He began to drain some of Haleigh's wrath but it multiplied exponentially, and the longer Haleigh watched Blaze, the more it grew, until she was just about ready to BLUDGEON Blaze with whatever was within her reach... and then Alison saved her, by bolstering through their group, and Haleigh's attention was pulled to Alison.

Zach finally reached Haleigh as she was deciding whether or not she should go to Alison. He whispered in her ear that the Guardian needed a moment alone, as one of the twins began to approach Alison. Haleigh drew in a sharp breath... in all the comotion, she had forgotten Cameron's daughters were even going to BE here, and wrapped up in her own grief, she had not previously seen them. Haleigh was struck by how much they resembled their father and she knew, in that instant, she would protect and defend those girls as if they were her own. They were all that was left of Cameron King and in them he would live on. Alison, finally cracked by grief, anger, and guilt, snapped, and Morgan reacted quickly, ushering the rest of the guests out. It became clear that it was time to go, and Haleigh thanked all that was good and just that this event had come to an end with major incident.

Morgan was explaining to Nicolas what the carpool arrangements would be on the way back to Illustra and though Haleigh had wanted to ride with Alison [out of desire to both support the Seer AND be in like company], she understood that Morgan had known her longer and would be a better candidate for consolating Alison. Snubbing Blaze intentionally by not addressing her at ALL, Haleigh turn to wrap her arm around Zach's waist and begin the walk back to their DB9.

"Come on... let's go home.... I can't stand to be here any longer."

Zach nodded, draping his arm around her shoulders and kissing her temple as they walked out to the car. He knew Haleigh would come back to this grave later... when the audience only included her and Cameron.... when she would be free to say what she needed to in privacy.
 
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<< and so, as the funeral service for Cameron King came to a close, his body would find a final , peacefull resting place in the beautiful, centuries old, famous gothic "Hope" cemetary...not to far from the grave of Senator Sharon Kelly. Would this become the final resting place for more members of the Six and their Allies? several came very close, but managed to escape...but only time will tell.>>

<< guests leave, and as the members of the six depart in their various methods of transportation, the cemetary workers add the finishing touches to the grave as the large, custom designed head stone is firmly fixed into its position.>>

<< Though Cameron's body is now at rest and his soul is free to roam the astral plane, his family and his friends are FAR FROM AT PEACE. The return of Erika does not sit well with Alison, her older sister. Nor does it sit well with Morgan and Alycia. Alycia Barnett and Vivica Lennox also find themselves in closer company with each other than they would prefer. And of course there is the general group wide disapproval of Blaze for her behavior as of late- her attire at this funeral did NOTHING to help matters and she wastredding on DANGEROUSLY thin ice with Haleigh. Persephone, the newest member of the team, now harbors justified resentment towards half of her newfound team for their inexplicable apathy toward her selfless act to save them from Malice in Limbo. Over all....the "best" part of the day was now OVER and things would only get worse from here for everyone involved.>>

<< there was also the matter of Sarah and Sydney King, who were at best, a "conversation" piece for most of those in the Six. Would they find a place with this team if Alison Marble was named their legal guardian? or would the seer force them to return to Erika's care and send ALL of them away for good? Once they all returned to Illustra, things would really begin to get intresting.>>


<< Funerals and Family Reunions often have a way of bringing out the WORST in any family dynamic, no matter what background and The Six were about to be reminded just how toxic family ties could be....but even with THAT, they would soon find themselves facing a new mystery one what would link two of the most unlikely members of the team together in a most unsettling way.>>

<< so much to watch...and plenty of time to enjoy it all unfold.>>
 
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