We belong together

[MorningStar]

Melrose Place, Apartment #1 to Courtyard

Delilah rubbed her eyes. She did NOT want to be awake right now. But she had a houseguest and had promised Alycia they would have breakfast together. Propping herself up on her elbows she blinked to clear her vision. She downed the remnants of a beer on her bedside table before going to the kitchen for a glass of water.

She made her way back to her bedroom, glancing into the open guest room door as she did. Huh. Alycia wasn’t there. Hopefully she hadn’t decided to leave before Delilah had a chance to talk to her. Delilah dressed quickly then went back into the living room to wait.

But then she heard noises coming from the courtyard outside.

CAMERON!

Delilah pulled the curtain aside slightly and looked out to see Cameron kneeling by the pool just as Alycia got out of it. Clearly her supposition from watching Cameron and Alycia sing together on the DVD had been close to the mark.

And then Cameron jumped into the pool and took Alycia with him.

She is gonna kill him dead.

Delilah quickly exited her apartment and moved to the edge of the pool.

"...because I was thinking of COOLING off...though you in that bathing suit seems to be doing quite the opposite!"

“I’ll cool you off, Cameron King, if you don’t quit with that mouth of yours. You know better than to speak to my guest that way.”

Delilah crossed her arms, tapping her foot against the pavement as she looked down at the two in the pool.

 

[Ruby]

The DAMN Danger Room

:: She found herself standing in…the DANGER ROOM. Her blue eyes widened in horror and she turned to Nicolas. ::

“NO.”

:: She stood there with arms crossed and stared hard at her new friend. ::

“NO.”

:: She didn’t move. Not even when he ‘spoke’ to the room. Not even when he activated an ‘exercise’ with a weird name. She did not move even when the room got cold, colder than she was used to. She didn’t even move when a bunch of ugly blue guys appeared on the ‘horizon’. ::

“STOP!”

Nicolas smiled widely as he brandished his axe. Looking at Cass, he winked.
EASY BREEZY. These are the small ones and they are REALLY slow. Fun right?

“Do I LOOK like I’m laughing, King?”

:: She went over and KICKED him in the leg…and then screamed in terror as he changed before her eyes. She had NEVER seen Nicolas look like this. He wielded his axe and drove it deep into one of the giants’ chest. ::

HAHA!!

:: She ran away from BOTH the giants AND Nicolas, hoping to find at least SOME coverage. But she was cold, and she was shivering, and she was pretty sure she was going to MURDER Nicolas. ::

Fuck you, fuck you, fuck you, fuck you…

:: She automatically enclosed herself in her psi-shield while running to buy some time until she thought out her first move, her right hand CLUTCHING her RUBY pendant as if to gain strength from it. A little whimper escaped her mouth. She HATED this room and these brutal exercises. She let out a scream and turned around and threw up her hands to where their chests were! A MASSIVE psionic energy blast exploded from her hands and, as if sensing its target, drove deep into their chests knocking them down to the ground.”

“TIMBER!!”

:: And then she created a little ‘ball’ of energy, not enough to hurt anyone badly if they were basic human, and chucked it at Nicolas’ head. To superhumans and mutants, it would be like somebody throwing a ball of paper at someone’s head. ::

*demands*: “I SAID STOP!!”

:: Then she created energy ‘snakes’ and directed them to all six pairs of feet and they quickly tied themselves together to form one big knot of energy and feet. She ran full speed ahead and grabbed the ‘snakes’. Then she levitated herself upwards, still holding them in her hand and went up, up, up, until she DROPPED them on their heads… ::

 

[Rampage]

Something something No Stop Not laughing King, and then she kicked him in the shin. He was rolling by now, laughing at what was to him the funniest joke ever.

She ran away, and then, from distance, kicked all of their asses as she SCREAMED for him to stop!!

:: She automatically enclosed herself in her psi-shield while running to buy some time until she thought out her first move, her right hand CLUTCHING her RUBY pendant as if to gain strength from it. A little whimper escaped her mouth. She HATED this room and these brutal exercises. She let out a scream and turned around and threw up her hands to where their chests were! A MASSIVE psionic energy blast exploded from her hands and, as if sensing its target, drove deep into their chests knocking them down to the ground.”

“TIMBER!!”

:: And then she created a little ‘ball’ of energy, not enough to hurt anyone badly if they were basic human, and chucked it at Nicolas’ head. To superhumans and mutants, it would be like somebody throwing a ball of paper at someone’s head. ::

*demands*: “I SAID STOP!!”

:: Then she created energy ‘snakes’ and directed them to all six pairs of feet and they quickly tied themselves together to form one big knot of energy and feet. She ran full speed ahead and grabbed the ‘snakes’. Then she levitated herself upwards, still holding them in her hand and went up, up, up, until she DROPPED them on their heads… ::

OK...stop.

Nicolas was unable to move he was laughing so hard. She tossed some psionic energy and hit the side of his head and he was STILL laughing. Finally, he walked over to Cass, hands up. The room was blank again and he finally stopped laughing, his form returning to normal as he looked at Cass with a playful gleam in his eye.

OK OK OK...I'm sorry OK? I was just having a little fun, and besides, you beat them just like I KNEW you would. But they ARE pretty ugly and scary. And I guess I can be too, huh? My bad Cassandra. Look, we can do whatever you want. You can pick a couple of muggers, a military scenario, whatever you like. I only wanted to give you a little start to jumpstart your day OK?

Nicolas was more earnest in tone by now. He only wanted to have a little fun and he forgot that his fun could be terrifying. He grasped her hand reassuring and VERY gently as he spoke again.

Computer, authorize scenario access for our friend Cassandra.

Access authorized.

There you go, whatever you want. We can even just work out if you are too freaked. But I am glad I saw what I DID see so far today. C'mon, show me more.

 

[Ruby]

The Danger Room

:: Mercifully, the room changed back to what it was at the beginning of the 'session': the Danger Room. Cass could 'breathe easier' although she was still shivering from the cold, though she was quickly warming up. ::

OK OK OK...I'm sorry OK? I was just having a little fun, and besides, you beat them just like I KNEW you would. But they ARE pretty ugly and scary. And I guess I can be too, huh? My bad Cassandra. Look, we can do whatever you want. You can pick a couple of muggers, a military scenario, whatever you like. I only wanted to give you a little start to jumpstart your day OK?

Nicolas was more earnest in tone by now. He only wanted to have a little fun and he forgot that his fun could be terrifying. He grasped her hand reassuring and VERY gently as he spoke again.

Computer, authorize scenario access for our friend Cassandra.

Access authorized.

There you go, whatever you want. We can even just work out if you are too freaked. But I am glad I saw what I DID see so far today. C'mon, show me more.

:: She warily squeezed his hand back. ::

*hurt*: "You said you wouldn't be like Sharon and Cameron."

:: She turned and walked to the doors. ::

"I was under the impression we were going to work out like REGULAR humans do: go for a jog, maybe a run, yadda, yadda, yadda... You didn't tell me I would need my COSTUME. I told you I wasn't feeling my BEST, and yes, I know our enemies don't care about me and whatever else I'm feeling, as Sharon would say, but we're not in battle right now."

:: She gave a small smile. ::

"I just want to work out like the REGULAR humans do, okay? No fighting giants or sentinels or demons or whatever else you have here. That can be at a later date, but I'm just good with your basic exercises for right now."

:: She bit her lip nervously. ::

"Are we still cool?"

 

[Black Widow]

Minerva's

Alison: "i believe for THAT to have occurred, you would have actually had BE HERE and you haven't been...for SOME TIME now."

"Okay, that's not really fair. YOU KNOW better than anyone what I've been doing all this time."

Haleigh was beginning to realize she'd been gone way too long. She definitely should have pressed harder for information and come back sooner. There had been so much happening, though. She hadn't been on vacation.

Alison: "Why am I so defensive? You have the arrogance, the GALL to force your way into MY aerie."

"WELL YOU LOCKED ME OUT!! Did you honestly think I would just go away? No, I came here for a reason, and I'm not leaving until I compete my objective."

Alison: "You come here on a FOOL's mission, Haleigh. You spoke with Delilah and now you think YOU'RE going to do what?...shame me? correct me? FORCE ME to undo what I have done? You will FAIL. on ALL fronts."

"Alright, lady, listen. I've heard Delilah's side of the story, and my sister pretty much confirmed it. You stole Delilah's baby basically from her womb--"

Alison: "I expected BETTER from you. I thought... I BELIEVED we had an understanding of each other...what allowed the two of us to hold this team together when we lost Morgan and Sharon in one night and Shockwave turned into Blackout, betraying us not even two days later. If that were true, you would not have come here with the intent to confront me over SAVING Delilah's LIFE."

"I thought we understood each other too!! But I'm having trouble figuring out why on earth you would even talk to Bishop about what to do, but not include Delilah in a decision regarding her only child. And what I really can't grasp is why the FUCK you wouldn't contact me if people were DYING. Now I'M the asshole for not being around. Look, will you put your big stick away, and just...... explain this clusterfuck to me."

 

[Artemis]

MP Courtyard

He winked at her as he knelt down, a mischevious smile on his face.

"Well, Good Morning Miss Barnett. I hope you weren't planning on getting out just YET!"

As Alycia cocked her head to the side...

You scared me a bit there. I didn't think anybody else was here beside Delilah, myself and Blaze. Nicolas took Cass to the Danger Arena earlier....and...

Cameron emptied his pockets, placing his wallet and his phone on one of the end tables, took his shoes and socks off and finally his shirt

......

::Alycia seemed distracted as her hazel eyes watched Cameron rather intently. She WAS distracted. By HIM.::

And...

:: He was coming toward her::

What are you...

before he grabbed Alycia and jumped into the pool, taking her into the water once more.

:: She closed her eyes and took in a breath. She wrapped HER arms around him as she enjoyed the brief moment of FREE FALL than the cool SPLASH. The moment then entered the pool again, more memories and SENSATIONS associated with those memores from that night at his ocean front villa flooded her mind.::

:: They seemed to move in slow motion, like a dream as they finally entered the water and sunk down to the bottom. together::

For a moment he kept his arms wrapped around her as they sunk to the bottom before they both made their way to the surface, wiping the water from their eyes. Incredibly close to one another.

"...because I was thinking of COOLING off...though you in that bathing suit seems to be doing quite the opposite!"

He grabbed one of her hands under the safety of the water.

:: Alycia had look in her eyes. With him now SO CLOSE, pressed up against her, she could feel him. His heart beat. His breathing. If ever she were CLOSE to being a telepath, this might be the moment. They were thinking the same thing...and why not?...::

Cameron...


:: With a knowing smile briefly flashing across her face, Alycia was about to remove the fraction of space between them and silence him with her own lips. But then...::

“I’ll cool you off, Cameron King, if you don’t quit with that mouth of yours. You know better than to speak to my guest that way.”

Delilah crossed her arms, tapping her foot against the pavement as she looked down at the two in the pool.

::GASP!

:: She was mortified at the thought of what Delilah might have seen just now. But she didnt quickly pull away from Cameron either.::

:: Clearing her throat, Alycia coughed a bit::

Oh!....ahhh...good morning, Delilah!

:: She felt her face FLUSH. She must be blushing now.::


I thought you were still asleep! I hope I didn't wake you when I slipped out of your apartment earlier to do some yoga.

:: She relaxed her body a bit. She was still close to Cameron.::

 

[Firebird]

View from Apt 4

Alycia, Cameron and Delilah didn't know they were being watched, from a window in Apartment 4. The blinds in the window were still slightly closed and the curtains only partially open and from down below at the pool in the courtyard, no one would be able to notice a portion of the blinds in that window slightly parted and a pair of apple green eyes peering out from that opening.

Blaze had been awakened by the sound of Alycia in the pool, then Cameron's arrival and their big splash BACK in the pool. She watched as they went under, looking like a slow motion scene from a movie about some love struck couple starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

"Hot bodies, hot souls...just waiting to come together and BURN!"

Blaze smirked as she watched quietly. She'd been right about them that night after the Blue Moon when they sat together in the infirmary. There was a hot, smoldering history between them and the flickering embers of that flame were just waiting to spark a new passion now. No wonder they both BLUSHED and looked at Blaze in astonishment when she picked up on the chemistry between them. Even during their FIGHT against Circe's demons, it was there!

Blaze couldn't help but enjoy the view though. Alycia was beautiful indeed and Cameron looked alot more handsome and yummy in this timeline than he did in her own.

But just as things were about to go from slow motion and sultry to fast and furious in the pool, Delilah appeared. Blaze couldn't help but giggle as Delilah chided Cameron. Even though Blaze hadn't been fond of Delilah lately, the fire elemental was looking at everything and everyone with refreshed eyes, a refreshed mind and an open heart. It was nice to see something more like "NORMAL" around Melrose Place for a change after everything that'd happened lately.

Even as Blaze watched and listened, she thought about her own day that lay ahead. She knew that at some point, Cameron would be coming up to apartment 4 to see her and that would be the official start of her day. She'd have some time to rib him abit about Alycia too!

For now though...

"Well, I think the show's over, kitty!"

She says to the small white kitten, who lay on Morgan's bed, lightly biting the catnip mouse she kept close by with her paw.

"Let's get you some breakfast!"

The kitten mewed as if she understood. Though the only word that probably meant anything to her was "breakfast."

"Yes! Breakfast! "

::Blaze wraps herself in a silk red mini robe and gently scoops up the small kitten, who quickly grabs her toy in her mouth, and carries her from the bedroom down the hall and out into the main areas of the apartment. She gets the kitten's food and water bowls along with her milk saucer prepared and sets them down for the kitten, who happily digs in::

"I wonder how Tink is doing..."

Blaze's says aloud as she grabs herself a bottled water and a bowl of freshly cut fruit from the fridge, shutting the door behind her.

"I'm sure she's okay since she's with Morg. I wonder how MORG is doing. Still no word..."...

::Sigh!::

"But at least now, It's not making me SICK with worry..."

Blaze knew Morg was a grown woman and could take care of herself, especially in a place where she ruled supreme. But unlike so many days before, since Morgan's departure, TODAY, Blaze didn't feel so LOST without her! It was a key difference and a sign of more progress to come.

Blaze moves out to the living room, sitting her bowl of fruit and bottled water down. She plops down on the couch, turning on the wall mounted flat screen and now watching The View.

"Hmp....they seem alot quieter now that high strung chick Elizabeth Hassleback is gone..."

Blaze notes as she enjoys a couple of pieces of cut pineapple.

 

[Orion]

Melrose Place, Apt 5

Zach rolled over, slapping the alarm off. Haleigh still hadn't returned. What kind of errand was she running? If he didn't know her better, he'd be worried, but it was Haleigh. She could be gone days. He got out of bed and pulled a pair of basketball shorts on over his boxer-briefs, ignoring his slight morning wood.

Another morning, another workout. Today was chest day. He grabbed a sleeveless under armour shirt and put on ankle socks and tennis shoes. Maybe she'd be back by the time he finished.

He stepped out of the apartment, and encountered more than he expected. Lately the courtyard had been empty in the morning. Today, however, Cameron and Alycia were pretty much about to get naked in the pool. Well, at least Cameron appeared to have moved on without Haleigh. Delilah, looking pretty damn good for a woman who'd recently given birth, was standing in the courtyard as well, clearly annoyed. Alycia got suddenly embarrassed.

What the hell did I walk into?

"Hey guys."

He said politely, walking down the stairs and making his way towards the front gate. Whatever was about to go down was not his business, but he wasn't going to ignore them and walk by without saying anything.

 

[Shadow Weaver]

Minerva's Mansion

<< Haleigh seemed genuine, almost plaintive. Her approach was a bit obtuse, but by now, who among them couldn't expect that from HER?>>

<< Karen remained calm and looked on as Michael and Haleigh exchanged pleasantries, even hugged. Then Alison...HARBINGER appeared.>>

<< Karen turned to look upon Alison, who was visibly agitated and BATTLE ready.>>

<< She slowly, but no less directly stepped forward and gently, but urgently took hold of Michael's arm, guiding him away from Black Widow.>>

<< She wanted him OUT of the line of fire in case Harbinger and Black Widow DID come to blows.>>

<< Alison ordered Haleigh out. Haleigh, of course, refrused. Alison threatened, Haleigh called her bluff. Alison relented...but then changed course. Haleigh confirmed Alison's precognitive visions of her visit and intentions, to which Alison called HER out on the status of their relationship. Haleigh acknowledges her absence and appeals to Alison's sense of reason...that she just wants to TALK. She asks Alison to put away her time staff and to Haleigh's credit, she HAD remained unarmed this entire time, not taking a threatening or battle ready posture.>>

<< As Karen and Michael watched this unfold, Karen could feel Michael tense up a bit, stepping a bit forward and clearly wanting to intervene, try to mediate. She squeezed his arm tightly and held on to him. Quietly whispering to him...>>

No, Michael. Stay where you are. Let these two sort this out among themselves. It's the best way for them to not only clear the air, but for Alison to be sure she's able to stand her ground about her descision, and for Haleigh to find her place back in her team after being gone for so long.

I believe the moment of uncertainty about whether or not these two would come to physical confrontation and endanger innocents in the mansion has passed...

<< She nods with certainty to Michael as they continue to watch, Hoping Alison would proove true to Karen's confidence in her and the progress she'd made since the immediate aftermath of the Blue Moon.>>

 

[Prophet]

Melrose Place - Courtyard

Cameron was delighted to finally have a little alone time. Everything that had happened lately had definitely put a wrench in any kind of plan the two had thought up in order to get some alone time, and apparently the pool at Melrose Place wasn't even safe.

Just as Cameron and Alycia's lips were about to touch, they were interrupted...

"I'll cool you off, Cameron King, if you don't quit with that mouth of yours. You know better than to speak to my guest that way..."

He opened his eyes to see Delilah standing by the pool, her arms cross as she looked down at them. He smiled and rolled his eyes a little bit.

"Well, Delilah! Good Morning to you, TOO!"

All of a sudden he felt as he is could sense MORE than a few eyes on them in the pool. He couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.

"Good to know that we are all just as NOSY as ever..."

He flickered his glance back to Alycia for a moment and then back to Delilah.

"I didn't realize that she was your, guest...Dee...but you know me, I like to make sure our guests feel welcome..."

And with that he winked at Delilah as he turned, faced Alycia and planted a quick and deep kiss on her lips. At this point, Cameron was a busy man and he had to take whatever opportunity that presented itself if he was to enjoy his life. And he definitely enjoyed that KISS. He reached a hand out as Delilah helped him out of the pool and he in turn helped Alycia out and the two of them toweled off for a moment.

Hey guys.

Well, nothing like Zachary Armani to ruin a perfectly good day. They had more than settled their beef with one another a long time ago, but it didn't change the fact that Cameron preferred to never be in the same vicinity of him again. Partly because of embarrassment for how things went down and partly because he would always be somewhat jealous of Zach, and Cameron just really didn't ever like to entertain those thoughts.

"Morning, Armani..."

[turning to Delilah & Alycia]

"Well...on that note. I'll let you enjoy your guest, Dee. I'm gonna grab a few bottles of champagne and make my way to Apartment 4. If any of you would like to join us later on, Blaze, Nicolas and I will be at After Dark. But after that...we're off to NYC..."

[leaning into Alycia]

"NYC, where I have a rather large penthouse with very inviting accomodations...besides, i've yet to experience DOME...just saying..."

[turning to Delilah]

"Well, I'm glad you haven't decided to burn the place down yet and that the pool is up and running once more.."

[giving her a big hug]

"24 hours later and the gossip is already rampant! Try not to kill anyone, love. And if you do, give me a text or a little notice so I can find a place to hide the body.."

[Cameron gave Delilah a kiss on the cheek]

"Adios, Muchachas!"

He grabbed his shirt and such as he headed back out to his car, quickly changing his clothes into something a little more formal but day appropriate and grabbed a bag filled with various breakfast foods and more importantly, quite a few magnum sized bottles of champagne, before heading back into the courtyard, up the stairs and knocking on Apartment Four.

"Blaze, dear! I know you're in there! Those bright ass eyes of yours practically RADIATED through the mini blinds this morning! I hope you enjoyed the show!"

"

 

[Harbinger]

Minerva's Mansion

"Okay, that's not really fair. YOU KNOW better than anyone what I've been doing all this time."

Haleigh was beginning to realize she'd been gone way too long. She definitely should have pressed harder for information and come back sooner. There had been so much happening, though. She hadn't been on vacation.

"WELL YOU LOCKED ME OUT!! Did you honestly think I would just go away? No, I came here for a reason, and I'm not leaving until I compete my objective."

Yes, Yes I was aware. I also know that just like you forced your way into my Aerie now...NOTHING would've kept you away from us during the Blue Moon...if you'd bothered to check, like you've done so many times BEFORE.

"Alright, lady, listen. I've heard Delilah's side of the story, and my sister pretty much confirmed it. You stole Delilah's baby basically from her womb--"

NO, YOU LISTEN!


::rushing chimes sound off as doors and window shutters SLAM shut around the immediate area.::

I DID NOT STEAL THAT UNGRATEFUL WENCH'S BABY!

:: A vase shatters and a framed picture CRACKS before falling off the wall to the floor, shattering.::

:: Shadow Weaver and Arsenal watched with uncertainty. Their presence was an anchor for Alison, who COULD have lost herself in anger and resentment just now with Haleigh's misinformed statement...::

:: But then she thought of the talks she'd had with Persephone. How she opened up, wishing Haleigh HAD been here during this unfortunate situation. Maybe she could've helped in some way. Alison certainly didn't want to cause the pain to Delilah that she did, but there was no other CHOICE! The others understood that. If they they'd thought Alison was doing this for any other reason...they most certainly would have OPPOSED her.::

: "I expected BETTER from you. I thought... I BELIEVED we had an understanding of each other...what allowed the two of us to hold this team together when we lost Morgan and Sharon in one night and Shockwave turned into Blackout, betraying us not even two days later. If that were true, you would not have come here with the intent to confront me over SAVING Delilah's LIFE."

"I thought we understood each other too!! But I'm having trouble figuring out why on earth you would even talk to Bishop about what to do, but not include Delilah in a decision regarding her only child. And what I really can't grasp is why the FUCK you wouldn't contact me if people were DYING. Now I'M the asshole for not being around. Look, will you put your big stick away, and just...... explain this clusterfuck to me."

:: Alison glared at Haleigh in disbelief::

Alison...it's okay. Remember, you said yourself that you knew this moment was coming. Haleigh's not here to fight with you.

:: Alison hesitated a few moments more. Before finally loosening her grip on her Time Staff, which began to fall toward the floor, desappearing in a swirl of blue/black orbs::

Michael...please cancel the red alert. Return the mansion and the island to normal status.


:: She looks at Karen::

Thank you...both of you.

:: Karen heals the guard's hand and teleports the two men away to infirmary for a nice, sleep spell induced nap::

No need to thank me, It's YOU who's excercised restraint and given reason and discource a chance instead of resorting to violence. BOTH of you. I'll have some of the staff take care of the clean up.

:: She looks at Haleigh. Still not quite as trusting of her in this moment.::

We'll continue this discussion in my Executive Study. I believe you know the way.

:: and with that, Alison BLINKS OUT. Reappearing in the Executive Study, sitting in her large chair at her desk, waiting for Haleigh.::

 

[Firebird]

MP - apartment 4

He grabbed his shirt and such as he headed back out to his car, quickly changing his clothes into something a little more formal but day appropriate and grabbed a bag filled with various breakfast foods and more importantly, quite a few magnum sized bottles of champagne, before heading back into the courtyard, up the stairs and knocking on Apartment Four.

Blaze was dozing off a bit on the couch, the wall mounted flat screen was watching HER more than the other way round.

Suddenly the kitten, who laying on her lap, perked up and jumped down to the floor, scampering toward the door.

"HMM?"

She opens her apple green eyes wide, blinking a few times.

"Blaze, dear! I know you're in there! Those bright ass eyes of yours practically RADIATED through the mini blinds this morning! I hope you enjoyed the show!"

"hmph. that psychic hot box!"

She muttered, with a smirk on her face as she stood up and quickly retied her red mini robe up before heading to the door and opening it.

"Hey, even a blind person could "SEE" what you two hot-to-trots were up to. I'm surprise the pool didnt EVAPORATE from all the LUST."

Blaze laughs as she sticks out her tongue.

"Come in, you telepathic tramp."

"Sally called me and told me to stay home today and rest. This time, I didn't argue."

She said, closing the door behind him and picking up the kitten who was circling around Cameron, investigating him.

She leads Cameron further into the apartment, to the dining room.

"It's nice to be able to stay in, sleep in...and spy on my neighbors."

She said without missing a beat.

You two even managed to draw Zachy boy out from center of the Black Widow's web!

"See? everybody here likes a good dose of soft core porn first thing in the morning!"

Smiling sweetly as she nudges Cameron.

 

[Artemis]

MP courtyard to apt 1

::Alycia was a bit flustered. But the feeling was already passing as Cameron spoke to Delilah after she did.::

:: He turned back to Alycia and with a quick, direct but still deep move, planted a kiss on her mouth. She matched his move to make the most of it. Delilah offered Cameron a hand out of the pool. He in turned offered Alycia one.::

Thanks!

:: She said, exiting the pool. She looked at Delilah, smiling a bit as she toweled off. She had no reason to be ashamed or embarrassed. After all, she was among friends and both she and Cameron were single so it wasn't as though they were borrowing a leaf from HALEIGH and NICOLAS' playbook! ::

You know what they say, Delilah. A good round of kissing burns 30 calories a second!

:: Winking as Cameron smirked behind Delilah, Zach emerged from apartment 5. It was very easy to forget he was still there. That he'd BEEN there during Haleigh's absence. He was definitely easy on the eyes, but he kept his distance, for various reasons. The last time Alycia herself had interacted closely with him, they were being sent to Ororo's garden in Limbo during the seige of the Inner Circle on Illustra.::

Hello, Zach.

:: Alycia called out to him.::

Long time no see!

:: Cameron's greeting was a little colder. It wasn't hard to guess why. Alycia ALSO noticed Delilah's lingering gaze on Zach. She couldnt help but smirk::

Hmm...is the lightengale enjoying the view?

[turning to Delilah & Alycia]

"Well...on that note. I'll let you enjoy your guest, Dee. I'm gonna grab a few bottles of champagne and make my way to Apartment 4. If any of you would like to join us later on, Blaze, Nicolas and I will be at After Dark. But after that...we're off to NYC..."

[leaning into Alycia]

"NYC, where I have a rather large penthouse with very inviting accomodations...besides, i've yet to experience DOME...just saying..."

:: Alycia smiled knowingly and sent a 'thought call' to Cameron::

Well, I think I shall take you up on that offer, Mr. King. And you can save fuel for your jet and experience DOME today...and the ride will be fun too!

:: She shuts her eyes, almost "smiling" with them as she giggles at her own little double entendre at the end.::

I'll be by to see Blaze in a little while, Cameron. I'm glad she's back home and safe!

:: Forgetting, in that moment, that Delilah wasn't aware of what had happened with Blaze and not aware that Blaze and Delilah had exchanged less than friendly words a few days ago.::

[turning to Delilah]

"Well, I'm glad you haven't decided to burn the place down yet and that the pool is up and running once more.."

[giving her a big hug]

"24 hours later and the gossip is already rampant! Try not to kill anyone, love. And if you do, give me a text or a little notice so I can find a place to hide the body.."

[Cameron gave Delilah a kiss on the cheek]

"Adios, Muchachas!"

:: She watched Cameron leave then looked over to Delilah::

I sometimes forget that Zach lives here too.

::Sigh!::

In my early days interacting with the Six, never in my wildest dreams, did I imagine a moment like this...with Cameron...or US in general.

I hope we didn't disturb you. I slipped out earlier because I didn't want to wake you. I'm used to doing early morning meditation and exercises now.

Would you like to go out for breakfast? or shall we stay in and cook here?

:: She asked as she walked with Delilah back toward apartment 1::

 

[Prophet]

Melrose Place: Apartment #4

Cameron laughed as Blaze ushered her into the apartment and he took great measure to not trip over the little kitty as he went. He wasn't really a cat person.

"Hey, even a blind person could "SEE" what you two hot-to-trots were up to. I'm surprised the pool didn't EVAPORATE from all the LUST! Come in, you telepathic tramp!"

"It didn't evaporate but it sure felt like a jacuzzi..."

"Sally called me and told me to stay home and rest, this time I didn't argue."

[smirking]

"Well, from what I heard coming from her bedroom last night, I wouldn't be surprised if she doesn't take the day off as well!"

She said, closing the door behind him and picking up the kitten who was circling around Cameron, investigating him.

She leads Cameron further into the apartment, to the dining room.

"It's nice to be able to stay in, sleep in...and spy on my neighbors."

She said without missing a beat.

"You two even managed to draw Zachy boy out from center of the Black Widow's web!"

"See? everybody here likes a good dose of soft core porn first thing in the morning!"

Smiling sweetly as she nudges Cameron.

Cameron rolled his eyes for a moment, helping himself into the kitchen, placing his bags down on the counters.

"Yeah, that was a little odd. I haven't seen him since he took a chair to my head in the courtyard before the Viper caper!"

He began to fiddle around with things in the kitchen, helping himself to various pots and pans.

"Which reminds me? Haleigh Davidoff appears to be back in town. I sensed her last night at Melrose Place, and security at the Partenon alerted me that she was there, most likely visiting Ava..."

Cameron turned on the gas stove as he uncorked a bottle of champagne, filling two flutes for them, and then topping them off with some delicious fresh acai berries.

"Nice of her to say hello, eh? I'm sure she is trying to figure out what's happened since she has been off working for the government..."

[he stopped for a moment]

"But ANYWAY...I woke up this morning...went for a run in the canyon, burned a few calories in the pool with Alycia and I thought...what BETTER way to jumpstart this day than to start drinking some champagne and eating food that negates all the work i've put in!"

[handing her a champagne flute]

"I hope you like Eggs Florentine..Sometimes, the chefs at Ambrosia let me play in the kitchen..It never hurts to learn a few signature dishes..."

[taking a long sip from his champagne flute]

"I hope you are ready for today Blaze...because it's definitely going to kick your ass..in a good way. I know how you like it rough."

Cameron winked at her. He was trying to connect with Blaze Victory the way he had been able to with Blaze Fielding at times. They always enjoyed a playful relationship and with THIS Blaze he felt a little more of a kinship to for whatever reason. He was hoping to bridge the gap and find a unique way to connect with her, get her feeling at home...

"Oh...take a look in that bag over there. I got you a little something..."

He motioned to one of the green canvas bags that he brought with him. In it she would find a picture in a frame. It was of "her" and Cameron at a random party in New York. Both of them were...incredibly inebriated from the looks of the photo but it was clear that the two were heavy an equally INCREDIBLE time. It was one of Cameron's favorite.

"I figured every place needs a picture of Cameron King in it...and since Morgan and I only just RECENTLY came to the friendship we have now, I figure this place is seriously lacking..."

Cameron began to craft the bernaise sauce as he walked over to her and held the picture for a moment.

"That was taken a few years ago...It was the first gay club you ever took me to! You got us wasted off of lemon drop shots and I think we won a DANCE competition. The whole night is a blur but SOMEHOW...we managed to take that picture...It's one of my favorites...but I wanted you to have it."

He gave her a knowing look, but he said nothing. There would be plenty of time later for deep heart to hearts and intense conversations. It was the morning, and there were mimosas to drink! :nod:

"Now, are you just going to sit there and admire how photogenic I am or are you going to drink that champagne down? I'm hoping to polish it off before the rest of these lushes smell the booze and come crawling up the stairs!"

He gave her a cheers moment, before clinking their glasses together and downing the rest of the champagne in his glass.

 

[Arsenal]

Haleigh would be fine. And so Mike walked forward and gave her a hug, a kiss on the cheek, and a look over. It had been a long time. Too long. And already it was over.

Alison came in. There was tension, too much. Mike was about to intervene...he felt confident that they both would listen to him, but Karen pulled him back, gave them some room.

And whaddaya know? People stopped being dumbasses. AMAZING.

:: Alison hesitated a few moments more. Before finally loosening her grip on her Time Staff, which began to fall toward the floor, desappearing in a swirl of blue/black orbs::

Michael...please cancel the red alert. Return the mansion and the island to normal status.


:: She looks at Karen::

Thank you...both of you.

Mike silenced the alarms on Alison's word and nodded with approval as Karen healed the guards and evacuated them.

And just as fast...Alison was gone, leaving him with Haleigh.

He nodded...then spoke.

I missed you. You did damn good work in New York, but the next time you stay gone this long I am going to shoot you in the face. I would have just gone to you but it seemed too ex-boyfriend. Besides, if they had locked ME out like what happened to you here...it would have gone much worse. You go clear the air with Ali and then come back to the bar. I have some good shit we need to open and taste while we talk. Don't make me wait.

Mike winked at Haleigh before walking into one of the sitting areas in the mansion...

 

[Rampage]

:: She warily squeezed his hand back. ::

*hurt*: "You said you wouldn't be like Sharon and Cameron."

:: She turned and walked to the doors. ::

SHIT. Nicolas grimaced as he could feel her pain. He was having too much fun and she got stung by it.

"I was under the impression we were going to work out like REGULAR humans do: go for a jog, maybe a run, yadda, yadda, yadda... You didn't tell me I would need my COSTUME. I told you I wasn't feeling my BEST, and yes, I know our enemies don't care about me and whatever else I'm feeling, as Sharon would say, but we're not in battle right now."

:: She gave a small smile. ::

"I just want to work out like the REGULAR humans do, okay? No fighting giants or sentinels or demons or whatever else you have here. That can be at a later date, but I'm just good with your basic exercises for right now."

:: She bit her lip nervously. ::

"Are we still cool?"

Yeah. Look Cass, don't go. Watch this. Computer...Lau Archipelago, Fiji.

A beautiful expanse lay before them. On the right was the clearest blue water and there was a long beach to run on. It was about 78 degrees and the sun lay lazily in the sky.

There you go. A nice jog at one of the most beautiful places in the world. I have property there. One day I will take all of us for real to relax but I think it will be fine for this.

Nicolas stood with one hand extended, inviting Cass to start jogging down the white sand...

 

[Ruby]

The Danger Room

SHIT. Nicolas grimaced as he could feel her pain. He was having too much fun and she got stung by it.

Yeah. Look Cass, don't go. Watch this. Computer...Lau Archipelago, Fiji.

A beautiful expanse lay before them. On the right was the clearest blue water and there was a long beach to run on. It was about 78 degrees and the sun lay lazily in the sky.

There you go. A nice jog at one of the most beautiful places in the world. I have property there. One day I will take all of us for real to relax but I think it will be fine for this.

Nicolas stood with one hand extended, inviting Cass to start jogging down the white sand...

"Oh...wow!"

:: She stared in awe at the beauty that laid before them. The pristine expanse of the beach beckoned her. Cass began to get excited; now THIS was more like it. :nod: She was going to go for a run through the various canyons near Melrose Place anyway but this...this was something else. She jogged towards Nicolas, enjoying the 'warmth' of the sun on her back and the soothing sounds of the water lapping at the coastline. She went faster as she got close to Nicolas until... ::

"TAG! You're it!"

:: She had 'tagged' his hand and took off at a sprint, laughing into the balmy wind: Nicolas was forgiven. ::

Oh my gosh! THIS is more like it!!

*shouts*: "This is amazing!"

 

[Rampage]

"TAG! You're it!"

:: She had 'tagged' his hand and took off at a sprint, laughing into the balmy wind: Nicolas was forgiven. ::

Oh my gosh! THIS is more like it!!

*shouts*: "This is amazing!"

HAHA!!!

Nicolas erupted in laughter as the young lady ran away from him. He broke into a pursuing sprint, the two of them running faster than any human ever has as he catches up and taps her shoulder. As she looked over the tapped shoulder he ran over to the other side and tickled her behind the ear, then ran just SLIGHTLY ahead, laughing....

C'mon slowpoke!! The bay around this next ridge is AMAZING!!

They were having a great time. But soon enough it would be time for the two of them to meet with Cameron...

 

[Persephone]

After a long work out and an even longer shower, Ava [minus the jacket and glasses] finally emerged from her bedroom poised and ready for the day. The sun was now up and the city was in full swing. Looking down at her Michael Kors rose gold watch, there was still two hours to kill before her new furniture and accessories would arrive from Z Gallerie. And considering she hadn't eaten yet, grabbing some brunch sounded like a productive way to pass the time.

Ambrosia was a premiere restaurant in New York City, and it happened to be located in The Parthenon. Heading down her private elevator to the third floor, she made her way up to the host stand and didn't even have to announce that she wanted a table.

Host: Right this way Miss Cassadine.

Smiling, damn Cameron was good. When he said everything was at her beck and call, he wasn't kidding.

"Thank you."

Following the host to a small table meant for two, he pulled out the chair for her.

Host: "May I offer you something to drink?"

Taking a seat, she scooted herself in with his assistance and nodded.

"A mimosa would be great. Thank you."

Opening the menu, Ava's eyes scanned the selection as the host went off to grab her drink. There were so many selections, it was hard to choose. But then again, it wasn't like she couldn't come here again tomorrow if she wanted. A few minutes later a waiter approached her table and placed her mimosa on a small white beverage napkin in front of her.

Waiter: "Are you ready to order Miss Cassadine?"

Looking up at him, she handed him the menu.

"Yes. I'll take the vegetarian egg white omelette with rye toast, a small bowl of strawberries, and a cup of hot old grey tea."

The waiter nodded before departing the table to put in her order. Settling into her seat, Ava had only brought with her her cell phone and iPad. She saw that Cameron had forwarded her some emails regarding the Parisian Parthenon and thought she could pass the time by reviewing them while she waited for her food. Tucking her chocolate hair behind her ear, she began to read the first email, not realize that someone whom would be working with her on the project would be interrupting her very soon.

 

[MorningStar]

Melrose Place, Courtyard

Alycia looked like the cat that had just ate the canary. Cameron looked proud of himself. She would have to smack that look off his face, figuratively or literally.

"Well, Delilah! Good Morning to you, TOO!"

Delilah smirked down at him.

“Good morning. Have you even BEEN to sleep yet? Or is this the remnant of last night’s drunken stupor?”

Oh!....ahhh...good morning, Delilah! I thought you were still asleep! I hope I didn't wake you when I slipped out of your apartment earlier to do some yoga.

Delilah waved her off. She wasn’t annoyed with HER.

“No, not at all Alycia. I just woke up a little bit ago. I’m glad you didn’t decide to leave in the middle of the night.”

She smiled, until Cameron insisted on speaking more. Her eyes narrowed as they slid back to him.

"Good to know that we are all just as NOSY as ever..."

“You are in. The middle. Of the COURTYARD! I didn’t have to hire Clandestine Intelligence to find you.”

"I didn't realize that she was your, guest...Dee...but you know me, I like to make sure our guests feel welcome..."

Delilah just gave him “the look”, but then Cameron kissed Alycia. She raised her eyebrows.

Cameron reached out his hand and Delilah helped pull him out of the pool. She held tight to his hand for an extra second while she whispered, “We WILL talk about this later” in his ear. Cameron helped Alycia out of the pool before announcing he was going off to drink more. What a shocker.

"But after that...we're off to NYC...NYC, where I have a rather large penthouse with very inviting accommodations...besides, I’ve yet to experience DOME...just saying..."

Delilah rolled her eyes.

Oh, Barf…

“Oh, Barf…”

"Well, I'm glad you haven't decided to burn the place down yet and that the pool is up and running once more.."

“The day is still young.”

Cameron hugged her, and after a second’s begrudging she hugged him back. It was impossible to stay angry at Cameron King.

"24 hours later and the gossip is already rampant! Try not to kill anyone, love. And if you do, give me a text or a little notice so I can find a place to hide the body.."

“Oh, I’m sure you already have several potential sites scoped out.”

Cameron gave her a peck on the cheek as he took his leave.

“GoodBYE, Cameron.”

She shook her head.

I'll be by to see Blaze in a little while, Cameron. I'm glad she's back home and safe!

Delilah started. Now that Cameron was gone, she and Alycia began walking back to her apartment.

In my early days interacting with the Six, never in my wildest dreams, did I imagine a moment like this...with Cameron...or US in general. I hope we didn't disturb you. I slipped out earlier because I didn't want to wake you. I'm used to doing early morning meditation and exercises now. Would you like to go out for breakfast? or shall we stay in and cook here?

“Oh, god, let’s not cook. Too much work. And you didn’t disturb me at all. I just want to make sure Cameron knows if he messes with you, he answers to ME.”

Arriving at her door, Delilah held it open for Alycia.

“You go ahead and shower and get ready. I’ll take you to Milk for breakfast, and then you can tell me what happened to Blaze.”