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Post by BAXTER GRIEVES on Oct 15, 2014 19:18:06 GMT -6
Axel had been with team flare for a year now, and in that year he had found that they treated him better than any of his relatives had before them. In the back of his mind he did wonder however, whether it was the money that kept him here or perhaps his magazine. Even if he was being used, at least here they tried to be like his family. They actually cared what happened to him, and that was enough for Axel to stick around.
Regardless of what happened in the past, he wanted someone to care about him even if that meant that he had to offer up something in exchange. In this case it was his magazine and his title that came along with the deal. He was still renowned for his names but he still lived in the shadow of his parents even with how much better the magazine was doing thanks to his studies and his help. Even so, he couldn't help but realize he had slowly pushed everyone away or was even a little cold with people.
He couldn't really help it.. he was fearful of people because he knew what they could do. It had happened before and he didn't want to feel the sting of betrayal all over again. Once in a lifetime was enough for him to be satisfied with what he had now, even if it wasn't true care for him. The dark-skinned male sighed and ran his hand through his white locks as his golden cobra found its way around his leg some as if reassuring him with a slight flick of his tongue and his tail around his leg.
Axel's eyes softened some and he gently touched the top of the snakes head. "Thanks sphinx, I needed that." he said before glancing back up at the city before him. It had been taken over by Flare but there were more people about still.. even with flare's control people still had to live after all. In fact it was a lot better out here than in the stuffy headquarters where he sat most of the time. Instead he found himself near the edge of town near where the wildflowers grew it was peaceful here...
Though the sound of footsteps made him slightly tense up .. he tried to ignore as such and slowly sat down on the grass as his golden snake curled near him.. as always the protector and friend.
For Robin, business was the same as usual. A good number of people stopped by his stall; with his charisma and a few tricks, most ended up purchasing something before carrying on. It was too easy. So easy, in fact, that it had gotten boring. Sure, Robin was grateful for the hospitality he received from Team Flare and could still sell merchandise, but with the lack of money he earned, the thought of returning to selling "Feebas" often crossed his mind. He had to remind himself how much he hated fishing, how much he loathed Magikarp. If he had to see that pathetic, orange fish again.... Well, it was best not to think about it.
After closing up shop, Robin usually set out for Team Flare's headquarters to relinquish most of his earnings. This time, however, he decided to put it off for later. He wasn't expected to return immediately; he was trusted enough such that he had some freedom deciding what to do. Another benefit, he thought to himself as he headed toward the edge of the city. Though Robin was very used to the hustle and bustle of urban--and even some suburban--environments, there was something about quiet and peaceful areas that attracted him. Maybe it was because it gave him temporary solace and allowed him to think clearly. Or it was due to the fact that its atmosphere was ideal for selling products. Robin nearly set up his stall at Fuchsia's entrance, but he didn't really like being too far from Team Flare's base for a long period of time, especially if something came up, so he decided against it. Another downside.
Now at his destination, the male paused to look around. He forgot how beautiful Fuchsia's outskirts were. Not many came out this way, though he figured he could always fix that. Robin could picture his Milotic performing in the middle of a flowery field, a small crowd watching her, eyes glued to the gorgeous water serpent. He could make a good deal of money just through brief entertainment! But what was that in the middle of his daydream? A person? A Pokemon? Both? Robin shook his head, returning to reality. His eyes grew wide as saucers as he gazed upon the golden Arbok. "How beautiful," he said under his breath. What a lucky person the snake's owner was! ...Speaking of, wasn't he also part of Team Flare? Robin was still learning who was who, but he made an effort to match faces to names. Perhaps it wasn't a bad idea to try and get to know some of the members, either. It would be good for him as a salesman--and admin--after all!
He approached the dark-skinned male, making sure to keep some distance in case the Arbok saw him as an enemy. "Hey, there...Axel?" Robin couldn't recall if he had met him before or had read up on him elsewhere. "I didn't think anyone else would be out here." It was probably best to stick to small talk for now. "I'm glad to have company. So, how're you doing?"
Post by BAXTER GRIEVES on Oct 15, 2014 22:37:19 GMT -6
He should have been used to the fact that people actually existed and they were going to come around. Yet each time it happened it seemed like he never got used to it. At least in the back of his mind he reminded himself to at least try to be friendly. A small sigh escaped his mouth as he hoped that whoever the other was wouldn't come this way. They could see the two of them and just walk another way right? It was possible wasn't it?
Of course it was but that didn't mean that Axel was going to be lucky. It was only a few moments before sphinx moved slightly to signal his trainer that the other was coming closer. Axel let out a inner sigh, and he slowly turned his body so that he was facing the other that came. His hues now locked with that of a blonde and instantly realization hit the other like a ton of bricks. This male wasn't just any male, he was a member of Flare wasn't he? He had to recall his name... Flynn, Robin? He thought, but he wasn't one hundred percent sure about that.
It shocked him even more when the other could recite his nickname almost easily. Well.. perhaps not too easily, as it seemed the other had problems remembering his name as well. "Flynn right?" he asked. Perhaps the only reason he knew the other was because he was of a higher rank than him. He kind of needed to know the bosses to which he received orders from. "Ah, I tend to come out here a lot more than usually." he said honestly slowly standing up to meet him now.
The gold serpent at his side staying coiled up as it watched the two interact. It seemed that its master knew this one so he would do no such thing as harm him, as long as his trainer was safe. Axel rose his brow some at the friendliness of the other though, he really wasn't used to it. "It's... quiet. Though I'm not really all that used to people, even if they tend to like me. My last name gets uttered and everyone seems to know who I am.. so its really good to get away from it once in a while. " he admitted.
Had his subordinate forgotten his first name, or was he being polite? Robin wasn't sure which it was. "Yeah, I'm Flynn." It felt odd being called something other than "Robin", even though it wasn't too long ago that he had donned the name "Ariel". However, he didn't really mind--in fact, it actually felt kind of nice being called something besides "Robin" again--so why correct him? "Hmm.... I can see why you'd come out here often," the male said, placing a hand on his hip. "It's pretty relaxing, especially when compared to Fuchsia or the HQ." He grimaced as the word "HQ" escaped his lips. The atmosphere was often suffocating, at least in his experience. Plus, being an admin, there was an overwhelming sense of duty, something Robin wasn't quite used to. He didn't really like working when money wasn't involved, but he knew he would have to, as it came with the position. Downside, he thought.
From his peripheral vision, Robin noticed the Arbok had remained in place while his companion had gotten up. The golden snake likely understood that the blonde male wasn't an enemy. This was a relief to the teen, who turned his attention back to Axel. He listened carefully to what his subordinate had to say, nodding at the end. "I sort of understand what you mean," he said, smiling. The dark-skinned male's experience was almost opposite of his, but still similar nevertheless. Robin teen was pretty used to people; as for whether they liked him or not.... It depended on two things: if he had done business with them before and they recognized who he was, or if they knew his pseudonym. Many who knew the name "Ariel" knew the blonde male wasn't the most trustworthy. However, trust between him and his patrons was necessary while he was in Team Flare. If they liked him, they would likely return to make more purchases. Maybe even join Team Flare if he was really lucky. And, of course, he could still deceive them. Benefit.
Robin took a moment to respond to Axel's question. "Yeah, though for a different reason," he said, sighing. "Running a stall can get pretty tiring, especially when I can't move around often. Figured I'd take a walk before reporting to the boss." Maybe he could ask to have some space for a store. He'd probably get more customers, as well as more space to move around in. "I was also thinking I could have my Pokemon perform here. I think I could draw a pretty decent-sized crowd given this place's calming atmosphere." Come to think of it, his Milotic might be happy to meet another Pokemon. She never really had a chance to interact with other Pokemon since Robin was always traveling, and given his lack of experience with Pokemon he was never able to acquire a second. "Speaking of, would you and your Arbok like to meet her?" It was best to check if the golden snake were all right around other Pokemon. He didn't want his beautiful Milotic to be attacked, after all!
Post by BAXTER GRIEVES on Oct 20, 2014 13:02:18 GMT -6
The white haired male listened to the response of the other quietly now. "Ah I see, so you don't really like the crowds." he said coming to that conclusion from what the other said. He could be wrong of course and he didn't mind if the blonde admin corrected him. There were times that the boy himself hated the thought of being surrounded by a crowd, but he was so used to it by this point. His entire life he had been subjected to those kinds of crowds from his parents, but people that just stayed because it was him and not a name were few and far apart.
The boy did however blink when he heard the other say that he understood. Perhaps this one had a similar experience like he did? It actually made Axel curious about what kind of life the other had lived. It was rude however to directly ask about that kind of thing, especially to someone who was higher than you, so the white-haired male remained quiet for now. If one day he got to hear about it he would be delighted but until then he wouldn't protrude on the other.
It seemed however, that the blonde instead was going to answer his question, which was fine with him. Ah so that was it, he was a salesperson. "Oh I see, that sounds like it can become tiring." he said honestly. He didn't think he could stay cooped up in a small place doing something like that. Not that he wasn't used to be alone, but he didn't really like small spaces. It might have been from all the years being trapped inside his home with no one but the servants to entertain him. Quickly breaking out of his thoughts the elite focused on the blonde again as he continued to speak.
A slight tilt of Axel's head assured that the was a bit confused by what the other was saying. "Perform? How so?" he asked. Of course, some pokemon naturally drew others and he had heard of pokemon that performed in things like circus' but he highly doubted that was the case here. Perhaps it was because the young teen had never seen a contest that he didn't quite understand what the other meant by performing in a area like this. His thoughts were quickly cleared again however, as he heard the other speak to him once more.
At the man's question, it wasn't just Axel that responded but Sphinx's head rose as if listening to what the other human had said. Axel blinked a moment, as he hadn't seen that reaction from his beloved snake, but he quickly returned his gaze to the blonde before him. "I-I wouldn't mind, and sphinx seems like he wants to meet her as well. As long as she's not something a snake would eat.. you know." he said rubbing a hand behind his head. He would hate if something like that happened.. he'd feel awful.
