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[Kratos isn't doing anything particularly interesting as usual, just sitting in the field under the stars with a fuzzy green and mint puppy in his arms. Occasionally, the pup gets a little tired... then perks back up and licks lazily at Kratos' face.]

... four thousand ninety-six... four thousand ninety-seven...

[ooc: Open post!]

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[jinga-magiiro.livejournal.com]

[have a lurker?

Since it's a pretty clear night, Tsubasa decided to go flying for a bit in his MajiGaruda form [think of like...Garudamon [I dunno..] only metallic and yellow.] He sees a person down there in the field and decides to be somewhat social. He transforms back into his MajiYellow form as he lands and then demorphs as he walks up to Kratos]

Nice night to be out, yeah？

[save-the-souls.livejournal.com]

[He starts looking at the dog. What odd colors for a puppy o.o ]

Ah, I know that. I make sure to be careful.

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Of course, of course. They don't understand that brooding is all old men do. [Iota leans into the touch.] Either that or complain.

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... Good.

[Iota whines and sniffs in Allen's direction.]

[ofthefaintsmile.livejournal.com]

Once you pass a certain age, I suppose, you're entitled to it. [she stops the petting to make herself more comfortable, sitting on the grass now]

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[... Well, considering his awesome senses, he's probably been watching Tsubasa since he flew over. Iota is passed out in his arms for now, ear twitching at the new voice.]

... I suppose.

[save-the-souls.livejournal.com]

Mm.

[He tilts his head curiously and steps a bit closer]

Ah...so what's their name? The dog, I mean.

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Not all young people can agree with that statement. [The puppy paws at her lap. You're not getting rid of him, now. Kratos doesn't seem to mind the invasion of space for once; Teresa's a friend enough.]

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Iota. [The puppy squirms out of Kratos' hold and approaches the boy, sniffing tentatively.] Sit. [And plop, the puppy sits.

Kratos trains his boys the same way. :|]

[jinga-magiiro.livejournal.com]

[a pause as Tsubasa looks upwards]

Visible stars are always nice and calming.

[save-the-souls.livejournal.com]

[...That explains so much. Anyway, Allen squats down himself when the puppy does, reaching a gloved hand hesitantly out to the puppy to sniff]

Iota...

That's nice.

Does it mean anything?

[ofthefaintsmile.livejournal.com]

'Young people' will learn, sooner or later. [It looks like she tries to ignore it for a moment, but she goes back to petting him. Dammit B( ] There's nothing wrong with doses of solitude.

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They are.

[He lets his gaze drift upward again.]

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[You can't escape the cute. Especially if it's green, fluffy, and begging for affection with big eyes.]

It keeps one sane, at times.

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[The puppy sniffs, then stands up on wobbly legs and bumps into his hand.]

... Lloyd heard the word somewhere and thought it was pretty.

[ofthefaintsmile.livejournal.com]

[She nods, and keeps petting the puppy. Sigh.]

You mean this little fellow doesn't suffice?

[save-the-souls.livejournal.com]

[a small amused noise before he scratches behind the dog's ear]

[He glances up] Lloyd? You know him?

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He tries a little too hard. [Especially when trying to lick Teresa's face, like now.]

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[It was the dwarven upbringing. Really.]

... I do.

[Lloyd knows everyone.]

[save-the-souls.livejournal.com]

[Well that's what happens when your kid is a shonen social butterfly; but Allen smiles]

I've only spoken to him a couple times, but he seems very nice.

You two must be close if you let him name your dog.

[ofthefaintsmile.livejournal.com]

Hey, stop that. [But she sounds mostly amused as she shields her face with her hand!] I can tell.

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[A little bit of parental pride leaks into his tone; Allen may or may not recognize it.]

He's kind... and a bit too trusting for his own good.

[The angel pauses, watching Iota kick his leg at the petting.]

I was his teacher.

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[Lelouch wanders past, his mind somewhere else as he trips over a root and nearly falls.]

[jinga-magiiro.livejournal.com]

[a pause as Tsubasa just stares around]

Did you have nights like these where you're from?

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Iota. [Immediately, the puppy sits where he is and waits for pettings properly.] ... My apologies.