Lucas Roberts
A.R.I
male
heterosexual
taken (Alice)
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May 14, 2023 15:03:00 GMT -5
Post by Lucas Roberts on May 14, 2023 15:03:00 GMT -5
He was honestly quite enjoying their conversation and the game until the rowdiness started and he watched it all unfold. "Someone always wants to ruin it all for the rest of us," he said as he watched the pistols come out and get to waving around. He shook his head as he nodded and then he laughed. "How my night got ruined by others, sounds like a good one honestly," he said as he turned his second beer up and spoke. "Want me to get close to them before you take the shot?" he asked as he began to blend in but left enough of himself so that she could still see what he normally looked like. "Might be easy for me like this," he said as he winked. It was the alcohol starting to get to him. Alice Seraphim
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Alice Seraphim
Oddity
female
bi-sexual
loves her Lucas
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May 14, 2023 15:15:21 GMT -5
Post by Alice Seraphim on May 14, 2023 15:15:21 GMT -5
Alice seen Lucas start to blend in and an idea formed in her crafty mind. "Take some pool balls with you and be careful. At least you can throw these and distract them before I make a move" she suggested quietly. "Just try not to be shot doing it" she added hoping her new drinking buddy wouldn't be ending up in the hospital shortly. She'd rather they got to finish their beers later. "I'll keep an eye out for the throwing and then we can stop these jokers. Brain dead idiots" she further added and kept in the shadows. Now it was up to Lucas to start the ball rolling. Lucas Roberts
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Lucas Roberts
A.R.I
male
heterosexual
taken (Alice)
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May 15, 2023 7:13:43 GMT -5
Post by Lucas Roberts on May 15, 2023 7:13:43 GMT -5
He listened and then nodded as he put his finger up and began to move into action. Being able to camoflauge was actually pretty handy as he made his way over and threw one ball a little up against the wall, catching the man's attention. After a few seconds he threw another one that landed against one of the troublemaker's heads and they turned their attention right as Lucas came back into view. "It's not nice to cause trouble, some people are trying to have a good time," he said as he looked over in Alice's general direction and smirked. This was kind of fun. Alice Seraphim
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Alice Seraphim
Oddity
female
bi-sexual
loves her Lucas
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May 15, 2023 13:34:09 GMT -5
Post by Alice Seraphim on May 15, 2023 13:34:09 GMT -5
The two hapless robbers who thought this would be a simple job figured getting out of dodge would be a good idea right now. Alice wouldn't let them out though as she aimed from the shadows and skill along with experience meant her first shot hit the mans lower arm. He dropped the gun and then aimed at the second even as Lucas was appearing again. Since Lucas had hit the guy in the head with a pool ball he wasn't too focused on anything other than him. Another aimed shot rang out sounding much louder than it really should, the bullet lodging in a shoulder. Both would live but the guy she shot had other ideas and in pain aimed his gun at Lucas. Alice swore knowing she hadn't taken the guy out in one go and he'd get a shot at Lucas. All this had happened so quickly but Lucas would need a little luck of his own as she ran out trying to distract the man. Lucas Roberts
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Lucas Roberts
A.R.I
male
heterosexual
taken (Alice)
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May 15, 2023 18:20:31 GMT -5
Post by Lucas Roberts on May 15, 2023 18:20:31 GMT -5
Even in camo he knew the risks but even as the man turned his gun on him, Lucas quickly used his camo and disarmed the man and gave him a quick punch in the mouth, sending the man down but hurting his hand in the process. Still he was proud of himself as he spoke. "Should we make our exit out now? I do not think that they will chase us anywhere or if they do at least we have more space." Alice Seraphim
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Alice Seraphim
Oddity
female
bi-sexual
loves her Lucas
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May 16, 2023 0:29:43 GMT -5
Post by Alice Seraphim on May 16, 2023 0:29:43 GMT -5
Alice was about to burst his bubble as she couldn't leave things like this and Lucas was not only a witness but an acting deputy. "We can't go yet. Ashford PD needs called and process has to be followed even though this happened in our downtine. However if you stick around you might get something good afterwards" Alice advised. She'd be staying anyway and immediately phoned the Ashford police department herself detailing what had happened and an ambulance would be on its way too. The people who had witnessed this were still a little shocked and subdued but they could at least get back to their drinks unlike Alice who was now back on the clock. Some patrons were watching over the injured idiots to make sure they wouldn't do anything else. Pool cues did duty for now. Lucas Roberts
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Lucas Roberts
A.R.I
male
heterosexual
taken (Alice)
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May 16, 2023 8:37:54 GMT -5
Post by Lucas Roberts on May 16, 2023 8:37:54 GMT -5
He took a second to calm himself down not that he was out of whack, he was on a bit of an adrenaline high from the incident. It would make a good story to tell his coworkers with names admitted for safety of course. "Okay," he said calmly. Good, what? "Oh more beer I guess that will do," he said as he laughed and took a seat. It felt better to him once everything calmed down and he was able to think again. "Sorry that your night got ruined by jerks but I think we might have been having a little bit of fun up until that point?" he asked. Alice Seraphim
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Alice Seraphim
Oddity
female
bi-sexual
loves her Lucas
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May 16, 2023 9:19:38 GMT -5
Post by Alice Seraphim on May 16, 2023 9:19:38 GMT -5
Perhaps Lucas might realise the flip side of the high he was feeling later on. Even she felt fear but if you could master it you got through the times of action. Then dealt with the flip side later on. "Yes Lucas. More beer for now at least until the Ashford PD come here and close the bar area of as a crime scene. However I do have a suggestion" she replied with a little smile on her face. "You get jokers everywhere. I just didn't expect this. As we were having fun earlier on do you want to continue this at my place once I can hand the case on?" Her smile showed him she meant this. she hadn't been too fussy about the order things might happen tonight and she might even get a bonus she wasn't expecting. Lucas Roberts
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Lucas Roberts
A.R.I
male
heterosexual
taken (Alice)
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May 16, 2023 20:21:32 GMT -5
Post by Lucas Roberts on May 16, 2023 20:21:32 GMT -5
"That sounds fine," he said as he straightened himself up and looked around. It was a mess but it had to be dealt with. "A suggestion for what?" he asked as he grabbed his beer. He was mostly in control of his functions however as he slightly smiled. He considered himself nice enough to do well with people if he could get past his awkward talking but it seemed easy with Alice. "You handled it well. I was pleasantly surprised in all honestness." He took a minute and slightly hm'd to himself. "If that is what you would like then yes I would like that as well." Alice Seraphim
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Alice Seraphim
Oddity
female
bi-sexual
loves her Lucas
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May 17, 2023 0:38:38 GMT -5
Post by Alice Seraphim on May 17, 2023 0:38:38 GMT -5
They were both adults who'd walked in here needing to blow of steam. Some of that had been vented but as the fun in the bar was about to end she figured from what he said he wanted a bit more. Even if he appeared to be awkward. Something that could be overcome. "Then I believe our hanging out can continue" she replied with a happy contented smile. Handing over the case took thirty minutes in total which also included paramedics patching up the now arrested criminals and statements being taken from all present; including her and Lucas. She suspected her partner would roll his eyes in the morning given she'd stumbled into an adventure but sometimes life threw you surprises like that. She'd get more beers later on and taking out two six packs which were on the house because of what they'd done they were on their way to the Ashford Arms. Her home for now until the AI came up with an apartment for her. It was a nice enough suite type layout with the bathroom separate but she wasn't even sure what a home was supposed to look like. Letting Lucas into her room she flicked on the main light. "I suppose we can carry on where we left of with the beers for starters. Then see what else comes to mind" she mused. Lucas Roberts
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Lucas Roberts
A.R.I
male
heterosexual
taken (Alice)
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May 17, 2023 11:31:51 GMT -5
Post by Lucas Roberts on May 17, 2023 11:31:51 GMT -5
As he watched the people work he had to admit they were efficient with their job. Lucas did not know why he admired things like that but he always did. Free beer was always a decent score so he followed Alice, offering to handle some of the beer along the way. As he stepped into her apartment and the light flicked on he heard her talk and he laughed but it was light, carefree. "So you want to get drunk?" he mused himself. It was not the baddest idea that he had ever heard and yet he still wondered as he spoke again. He thought about what she kept saying about what came next. "Would you like something specific next?" he asked her. "Like a thank you I mean for your actions back there at the scene." Alice Seraphim
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Alice Seraphim
Oddity
female
bi-sexual
loves her Lucas
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May 17, 2023 14:05:34 GMT -5
Post by Alice Seraphim on May 17, 2023 14:05:34 GMT -5
It was always clear when Alice was on the case and when she wasn't. It was like having two different people in the same body and it was clear this Alice wanted some more beers. "For starters Lucas" she mused looking comfortable now she was home. A lot earlier than she'd planned to be until those Jokers pulled a stupid stunt. So he was offering a thank you as she took the beers to her dining table. Then went looking for tall glasses to contain the beer. "I'm not going to force you into anything you don't feel comfortable doing. That's a promise. So do you have a suggestion? You need to be thanked too" she added once she came back with the beer glasses. "It's just you and me and we'll see what happens". She chuckled a little before taking off the jacket and slipping of her shoes. She looked even more comfortable now. "So I assume you're working for ARI. What do they have you working on right now?" she softly asked as she made herself comfortable in a seat. The long day was catching up on her but she still felt up for fun. As well as rewarding her briefly deputised guest for his part in bringing in the criminals. Lucas Roberts
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Lucas Roberts
A.R.I
male
heterosexual
taken (Alice)
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May 17, 2023 15:31:07 GMT -5
Post by Lucas Roberts on May 17, 2023 15:31:07 GMT -5
He found his eyes looked up when she said his name. It sounded nice, calming even and he did like that for he was the type of person who needed a little convincing but not much but she seemed assured enough for the both of them which he did like a lot more than he knew how to handle showing at the moment. "A suggestion? Let me see." He felt he needed to be careful with this but not to shy away from it. "I do like how we seem to be able to speak. You bring a bit of a calming presence to me Alice and it is something that might spill over into something else but I am not pushing it either. "I think I am going to be third on an upcoming science project with twins and things like that. It's interesting and I am looking forward to it. I like my job even if it takes up too much time." He did and he could not help it but he was learning to do both things, work and non work. "Shouldn't it be me thanking you?" he asked as he slightly looked at her. "For the plan that you came up with I mean." He was a bit hot but he shook it away. "I do believe I actually like hanging out with you and for me that's a first." She seemed comfortable and he could see why, her house and her rules. "You always come home and get so relaxed?" Alice Seraphim
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Alice Seraphim
Oddity
female
bi-sexual
loves her Lucas
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May 17, 2023 16:02:08 GMT -5
Post by Alice Seraphim on May 17, 2023 16:02:08 GMT -5
One thing she might be able to teach Lucas was how to switch off once the work was done. It was vital when you had a job like the ones they had. "That looks like a good first step after the beer and the idea will unfold in time. As interesting as your job is I could suggest you find a way to switch off from work once you're off the clock and to feel comfortable. Perhaps a hobby, time with friends or going out somewhere. You looked like you were getting the hang of straight pool for starters. And I should be thanking you. If you hadn't been there a lot more people could have been hurt. I'd have been at a table probally unable to get to my gun. Then you also put your life on the line to save others; just like I do every day. So you have quite a story to tell tomorrow" she softly replied. "You do Lucas?" she posed as she poured the first can of beer into two glasses. "In that case feel free to call over more often". She felt something else was there but wasn't sure what it was. She'd find out in good time as they hung out more often. Lucas Roberts
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Lucas Roberts
A.R.I
male
heterosexual
taken (Alice)
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May 17, 2023 20:09:19 GMT -5
Post by Lucas Roberts on May 17, 2023 20:09:19 GMT -5
She was correct. "You are welcome and yes you are right. I can only build so many legos before even that gets boring but I do believe that sometimes in time we will find ways to work it all out. I got out tonight and that turned out good." He watched the beer pour and he smiled. "Thanks" "I am glad that they were not hurt and it was no problem. I might tell them, it all depends." He took a minute. "I do, I mean am I not supposed to?" He took a second and paused and then sighed. "I am not taking it back," he said as he slightly winked at her. "Face it, you're likable I don't think I care to help it either." Not that he was rushing anything if it were to be anything. "Oh speaking of calls," he said as he felt around for his phone. "How can I call anywhere or come over anywhere without a phone number?" Alice Seraphim
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