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Feb 15, 2009 22:06:48 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 15, 2009 22:06:48 GMT -5
Sighing yet again, Jade shook his head as he entered the bunk room. It didn't seem anyone else was there, so he simply walked straight to Sunomi, who had her back turned to him. Huffing slightly, he made his way over and stood behind her, unsure as to what to do. He'd seen his sister like this before, but Sunomi wasn't his sister...he couldn't rib it off as a joke of some kind. Really he'd never tried to console someone like this before, and so he was at a bit of a loss for what to do.
Sunomi I...well you see....
Jade cleared his throat slightly and fiddled with the weapon in his pocket once more. What was he supposed to say now that he was here? He'd not even thought of that! Cursing himself mentally, the crimson eyed man heaved a breath and put a hand on her shoulder.
I'm afraid I'm not good at these things Sunomi, so bare with me....
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Feb 15, 2009 22:33:44 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Feb 15, 2009 22:33:44 GMT -5
Sunomi looked down between her feet at the polished metal decking between her feet as she heard the clicking of jade's feet moving behind her. She didn't even lift her head as she heard him begin to tumble over his words she felt like she was sagging farther and farther and as he stopped she could feel small tears beginning to leak out of her yes. "Don't worry admiral." she said slowly. "I will send for a transfer tomorrow." she said her own words causing her to sag lower. "You won't have to ever see me again." she brought her hands up to her hot wet face and covered her eyes attempted to scrub the tears from them and her cheeks with her palms.
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Feb 16, 2009 17:40:58 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 16, 2009 17:40:58 GMT -5
Heaving a sigh, Jade came around in front of her and dropped to one knee before her, tilting her head up with one hand so he could look at her eyes. Brilliant Borgonia, you've caused quite a bit of trouble today haven't you?...he mused silently.
That won't be necessary Sunomi. I wouldn't allow it anyway.
He began, his mind searching for the correct words, just the right way to say what he intended to without causing more harm. It wasn't easy for him to think this way, he'd not done so in a good many years, so he was having difficulty grasping the intended words.
Sunomi...you MUST understand something about me. I'm not used to affection...not receiving, and most certainly not showing. I've been told more than once that I would have made a good jedi simply because I lack the ability, or want, to show many of the common human emotions. This being the case, I don't react well in situations involving them. This being said...I need you to understand that I'm not mad at you, nor do I want you away from me...that isn't the problem.
He paused then, rubbing the bridge of his nose with a hand as he tried to figure out just how to continue his line of thought. Why did women make things so much more difficult than they needed to be? Honestly, he could have got on well enough without her around before, but now she was around he just didn't want her to leave. It was frustrating and infuriating to him how she rubbed his nerves raw, yet here he was apologizing to HER.
The problem is this...I need time. I need time to adjust and room to breathe...you aren't allowing me those things Sunomi. Perhaps it's my fault because I didn't inform you of my temperament earlier, but I didn't think I should have to.
Either way, the formalities are unnecessary....
He stated, not at all sure on how his words would effect the situation, or how to proceed from there.
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Feb 17, 2009 7:12:42 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Feb 17, 2009 7:12:42 GMT -5
Sunomi let him lift her head to his eye level before she looked at him with wide red rimmed eyes. "I.." She swallowed slowly before letting Jade continue on before squeezing her words our in a half whisper. "I-I'm sorry jade." she could feel hot tears on her cheeks as she attempted to apologize. "I." she took a deep breathe and pulled away from him running the back of her left hand across her eyes. "I should have known." she looked down before continuing. "I should have known." Shaking her head she looked back at the younger man. "I'm..I..Well.." Her words were breaking up as she attempted to pull out the right ones finally settling on the rather less wordy sigh before just going with what tumbled out. "I knew you didn't like it, but.." Looking into his eyes she slid of the cot next to him on the floor. "I know I'm over bearing and I'm sorry." Placing her hand on jade's shoulder she continued to speak. "I want to say I'll stop, I'll change, but I'm not sure I can. I don't want to go away, but I'm not sure if the alternative is better."
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Feb 17, 2009 7:33:03 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 17, 2009 7:33:03 GMT -5
Jade sighed as she tried to apologize. What an arse he was. Really. He'd made women cry before, but this topped it all. The tears in her eyes were enough to make him sick...sick of this charade he was playing between the sith and the republic, sick of his own foolishness, and sick of who and what he was. Perhaps he was the monster that everyone made him out to be. If that was the case, this woman deserved better...a better commander, a better person to be around, someone...who was not him. Watching her slip down beside him, he silently listened to her final comment. That was what did the most damage...that last comment. She was so much like himself, yet so completely different. Was that the reason they were at odds all the time? Jade couldn't quite tell...he had little experience in this realm.
Sunomi...I understand. We're quite similar in that way...I'm also over bearing, stubborn and an insufferable git...I doubt I'll change much either...it isn't in my nature to change that I'm aware of...but perhaps we can come to an agreement of some kind? A way to not cross boundaries that shouldn't be crossed.
He gazed into her eyes, the blood red orbs searching for...he wasn't sure what. Understanding, perhaps?
If you really wish to leave, I won't force you to stay...it wouldn't be fair to you...but I don't think that your leaving would benefit either of us.
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Feb 17, 2009 7:49:02 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Feb 17, 2009 7:49:02 GMT -5
Omi managed to summon a small smirk at jades git comment before it fell off followed quickly by a slow sigh. "Do you really think a compromise would be better?." She searched his red eyes as she asked before shaking her head. "You'd be able to concentrate." she said slowly. "As for myself...Well, I'm not sure much would be different whether I stay or go." Sagging against the bed frame she pulled her hand from jades chest and instead folded them almost demurely in her lap. "I'd really would like..." She stalled and chewed her lower lip as she attempted to decide just exactly how she wanted to say what she wanted to stay. "I'd like to still spend more time with you.." Nervously she began fiddling with her fingers as she looked down. "I'm sure your hesitant to let me I'll." She swallowed slowly. "I'll promise not to touch you if that will help."
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Feb 17, 2009 8:12:13 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 17, 2009 8:12:13 GMT -5
For now, yes, it would be better to come to an agreement of some kind. Not today I think...that will be asking too much. I'm demanding, but I refuse to be completely heartless.
He stated simply. With a vague recollection of a lesson from one of the jedi he had spent some time with, Jade smiled slightly. Focusing on the 'happier' thoughts and feelings he had...happier being a relative term when used with Jade...he attempted to push the emotion toward her, to comfort her and help her feel a little better. The ruby eyed man wasn't good with physical comfort...not that he knew anyway...but he knew what emotional support was. He'd have to give it to his sister more than once, so he wasn't entirely unversed in that aspect.
I don't think that's quite the problem Sunomi...just....
Jade paused a moment to scratch at his hairline as he tried to find the best way to word what he intended to say.
...you go overboard sometimes....I'm rather adverse to public displays of affection...anything over a hug, at most a kiss on the cheek, makes me rather uncomfortable.
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Feb 17, 2009 8:26:38 GMT -5
Post by Zarkan on Feb 17, 2009 8:26:38 GMT -5
Slowly she leaned froward towards jade before gently resting her forehead against Jade's chest. Omi slowly let out what sounded almost like a contented sigh as she suddenly felt a rush of...well she didn't really know what she suddenly just felt better. Finally she pulled away as jade finished. "I...Well, you see." sunomi shook her head to clear it before attempting to finish her thought. "I think maybe I over compensate and maybe subconsciously I'm trying to make up to my self for before.." She managed a nervous laugh before looking at jade. "I'm not making much sense am I?" She shook her head attempting to clear her thoughts and tell jade not to answer. "I went along time with out having anyone I could be close too." She said simply. "I will try to hold myself back from now on, I promise." She managed a smile before leaning forward.
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Feb 17, 2009 8:51:11 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 17, 2009 8:51:11 GMT -5
As she leaned toward him, resting her forehead against his chest, Jade tensed slightly. He didn't quite know how to react, but hearing her let out a small...almost content...sigh, he gingerly wrapped an arm around her shoulders, patting her arm lightly. It was about as good as he could do at the moment as far as physical comfort, but perhaps that would change over time? Listening intently, he simply shook his head at her rhetorical question.
No, she wasn't making a bit of sense to him right now. From her words, to her actions, to the uncertain and confused feelings coming from her, she wasn't making sense.
As she explained to him more clearly what she was trying to convey, Jade started to understand a little better. Yes, it had been a long time since he'd been close to anyone as well, but he obviously hadn't reacted the way Sunomi had. Quite the opposite. He'd withdrawn, become far more stoic than even the young nobleman had been to begin with.
Thank you, Sunomi. I would very much appreciate that. Perhaps one day that will change, but for now...I think that might be for the best.
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Post by Zarkan on Feb 17, 2009 9:04:22 GMT -5
"Ok, jade." she said before slowly clambering up and looking around slowly and more than a little awkwardly. "So, what are we going to do now?" The vibrant haired woman asked as she rubbed her neck slowly while looking at jade. "I mean." Stopping Omi looked at jade sadly. "I suppose you have a report to write or something, but can I get one favor?" asking her question slowly she attempted to pull jade up to his feet. "Will you kiss me on the cheek one time?"
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Feb 17, 2009 9:27:27 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 17, 2009 9:27:27 GMT -5
He'd already risen half way by the time she started moving. Jade may have claimed to be old, but he certainly didn't show it in the way he moved. At her first question, he stopped his movement and tilted his head to the side slightly. What to do now? Well, back to work of course. Wasn't that always the answer when one had a ship to run? Standing the rest of the way, he'd not even noticed her hold out her hand to help him up as he listened to the rest of her questions. Chuckling, he nodded once and leaned down, kissing her lightly on the cheek. It was the least he could do to try and make up for what he'd done today.
Yes, Sunomi, I have quite a bit of work to do. After we're done here on Nar Shaddaa, we have orders to go straight to Mygeeto where we will meet with a fleet from Admiral Barj and attempt to wrest the planet from the ESS fleet and occupy it.
You and your team, however, have a dark jedi to find.
He stated simply as he brushed off his coat and pants.
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Post by Zarkan on Feb 17, 2009 9:45:48 GMT -5
Sunomi smiled and blushed slightly from the kiss. "Thank you jade." Omi said softly before busily brushing of her coat. "Yes, Dark Jedi. Well, that certainly won't be today with all my troops on R&R I, him come to think of it." She smiled broadly as she realized she'd finished everything that had to be done today. "Well, I think I might just have the afternoon off." she said with a small grin. "I guess I finally have a chance to look at those books you gave me." Turning she put her feet up onto her cot. "Um," she looked over at jade sideways as she spoke. "Do you think it's alright to share dinner?"
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Feb 18, 2009 19:27:39 GMT -5
Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 18, 2009 19:27:39 GMT -5
I don't see what it could hurt.
He stated with a light shrug of his shoulders.
I'm afraid I DO have to be going though. I have quite a bit to do and far less time than I would like in which to do it.
Without another word or motion, Jade swept from the room. He had, of course, noticed the woman's blush. It made him nervous to see her acting like that. It wasn't because women didn't try to flirt with him or fawn over him, but rather because he wasn't used to sharing the feelings that made most people blush. The woman was trouble, he decided, more trouble that she was worth...but...perhaps he needed a bit of trouble in his life.
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Post by Zarkan on Feb 19, 2009 1:06:43 GMT -5
"Good." Omi said smiling. "I will see you at seven O'clock then." she said with a wide grin while reaching over to retrieve one of the two small bound books jade had given her and opened it placing it on her knees. Before whipping over like lightning and wrapping her arms around his neck. "I'm Glad your not pushing me away." she said slowly before pulling back and coughing into her hand. "I suppose you best be going." She said as jade left the room just remembering to set her alarm after he left in case she lost herself in the book.
Omi was shocked out of her concentration on the section on the book about the large manta-like flying creatures of Dantooine as the small alarm buzzed away. Folding a thin peice of paper she slid it between the pages and closed the book setting it on the table beside her cot. Standing she streached her neck and back before sliding her boots on and going to the halls first to the bridge of the warship and then after being told the rear admiral wasn't there to jade's state room. As she stood there she took a minute to smooth down her hair before she rapped on the metallic door. "Jade it's Sunomi."
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Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 19, 2009 2:11:57 GMT -5
The self proclaimed bachelor, also known as Jade, had been working tirelessly at the plans for the attack on Mygeeto. He'd only paused in his labor to rub his temples lightly, a pen held in his fingers, his eyes unfocused as he gazed at the papers scattered about his desk. Various notes had been jotted down along the typed print there, the corresponding datapads settled atop them. A sheet of calculations that, by their half done nature would only have made sense to the rear admiral, was currently his frustration. He'd heard the rumors of the ESS fleet that would be protecting the planet and so he'd dug up a bit of information on them. It wasn't, however, the fleet that worried him, but rather the missile systems.
As Sunomi knocked on the door, Jade only barely heard the sound, his eyes half lidded as he went through yet another calculation. No...none of the ships hulls, even with the shields, were going to hold up against more than one round of the missiles...if that.
Come...
He called, not even hearing the name of the person on the other side of the door. The knock had finally registered in his mind, but the voice had eluded him.
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Post by Zarkan on Feb 28, 2009 2:33:00 GMT -5
Sunomi straightened her tank top in her fidgeting as she waited for jade to reply. He better not have changed his mind. She thought to herself quickly as she brushed as few strands of hair from her eyes. She sighed as Jade's voice finally bid the slightly nervous woman into his quarters. God, she thought to herself as she slipped in quietly. I feel like the first time I came here. She smiled brightly as she walked up behind jade. "Jade are you ready for dinner?" she asked slowly as she knelt slightly beside him with her hand on his shoulder.
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Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Feb 28, 2009 2:50:07 GMT -5
Jade paid little attention to the person entering the room. His mind only barely registered the sound of footsteps as the woman entered the room quietly, the door hissing shut behind her. He didn't even register her words, simply her voice...it wasn't until she had laid a hand on his shoulder and knelt beside him that Jade finally rouse himself from his brooding, turning eyes the color of pools of blood to her. Blinking a few times, his mind swiftly processed the words he'd missed.
Hmm? Oh, yes. I'm sorry, I had completely forgotten...I was busy with...well...
He waved a hand idly at the work strewn across his desk and shook his head, letting out a lightly amused chuckle. Stretching his torso up and back slightly, Jade brought himself to a standing position, holding a hand out to help her up. Giving her a gracious smile, the rear admiral withheld a yawn. He was still worried for his sister's well being, and this, compounded with the added stress of preparing for a battle...it just made him tired.
Shall we?
He asked, motioning to the door.
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Post by Zarkan on Mar 6, 2009 19:23:40 GMT -5
Smiling sunomi rubbed his right shoulder gently as he gestured at his work strewn desk. "I understand, jade." the woman said while using jade pre-offered hand to stand back up. "But it is now time for a break, no?" she said stepping in front of jade a towards the door. "Here's hoping the food doesn't bite back today" she said with a laugh before exiting out into the corridor.
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Post by Talau the Ever-Lurking on Mar 7, 2009 9:42:06 GMT -5
The man snorted slightly at her comment about the food biting back. It wasn't unheard of on the Pendragon, since it seemed the cooks had a penchant for making spicier than normal food. He didn't mind over much on most occasions since it was normally done with the correct flavorings and such, but there were times when spicy meant 'scald your mouth with lava before eating this again' heat. He hated those nights with a passion. Following Sunomi down the various corridors and into the turbolift, Jade leaned against the wall slightly.
Alright Sunomi, so I take it you had a decent day after I left? You seem better.
...Not that he really CARED if she was feeling better. Jade never cared who was feeling better or worse. Things just made it seem that way...and besides, he couldn't have people on his ship having emotional breakdowns and being unable to function when he needed them to. Of course this was his reasoning, and it was a sensible one to boot. He told himself all of this, reassured himself of it, but he was deluding himself. For some reason he DID care about the woman's feelings...he just refused to admit it to himself or anyone else.
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Post by Zarkan on Mar 16, 2009 15:10:41 GMT -5
"Well, yes, I suppose after all I got to relax and read and nap." She laghed. "More or less just a rather relaxing day." she grew a little quite. "I really should apologize fore earlier I over reacted maybe I was just to strung up, but thats my problem and..well." she shifted in her place a little before jumping into the turbolift with a little relief. "Ah the good old turbo lift where would we be with out it?"
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