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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 16:08:01 GMT -5
Post by Emily on Jul 2, 2007 16:08:01 GMT -5
*Emily sat in her room, dabbing some disinfectant on some minor cuts along her arms and one on her neck.*
"Nicolo, you idiot...that's the last time I let you go to work when you're drunk..." *she mumbled, more angry at herself for being lazy and letting her guard down long enough to get some slices.*
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:02:28 GMT -5
Post by Genghis Khan on Jul 2, 2007 17:02:28 GMT -5
*Genghis pulled back the curtain to her room, clearing his throat to notify her of his presence.*
"Excuse me, I just needed..."
*He stopped when he saw the blood and disinfectant. His long strides carried him to her side, concern in his brow.*
"Emily, what happened? Are you all right?"
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:05:27 GMT -5
Post by Emily on Jul 2, 2007 17:05:27 GMT -5
*Emily licked one of the cuts on her wrist and shrugged.*
"I've been better. It's my own fault, anyway," *she said.*
"What can I do for you?"
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:09:24 GMT -5
Post by Genghis Khan on Jul 2, 2007 17:09:24 GMT -5
*Genghis looked to a trunk in the corner.*
"I just needed a map...it can wait. How did you come by such wounds?"
*A hint of worry echoed in his stern features.*
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:15:18 GMT -5
Post by Emily on Jul 2, 2007 17:15:18 GMT -5
"It's that second job I took--at the circus."
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:19:55 GMT -5
Post by Genghis Khan on Jul 2, 2007 17:19:55 GMT -5
*Genghis looked aghast, and slightly confused.*
"And they abuse you there? You surely know that I will provide whatever you need financially or...otherwise. You do not need to stay there."
*Then he remembered that she was one of those independent women. He still didn't quite get that.*
"Unless it is your pleasure to stay there, of course."
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:22:01 GMT -5
Post by Emily on Jul 2, 2007 17:22:01 GMT -5
*She shook her head.*
"They don't abuse me--I just got a little careless during the knife-throwing act. I'm a target-girl, see?"
*She stuck on a Band-Aid.*
"Besides, it's not like we're married or anything. You could kick me out or I could leave or whatever if our friendship ever goes sour at some point in the future. It's nice to have something to fall back on."
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:25:57 GMT -5
Post by Genghis Khan on Jul 2, 2007 17:25:57 GMT -5
*Genghis stood, a bit indignant. That's not what he had been suggesting at all. He pursed his lips and turned from her.*
"Of course, that is not what I meant...I want you to be content in your life. I am not trying to bind you."
*He looked back to her.*
"I merely...am concerned for your safety. Do you begrudge me for it?"
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:32:24 GMT -5
Post by Emily on Jul 2, 2007 17:32:24 GMT -5
"Aw heck no. That's kind of sweet of you. But don't worry--I'm usually a lot more careful than this."
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:34:00 GMT -5
Post by Genghis Khan on Jul 2, 2007 17:34:00 GMT -5
*Genghis tried to look indifferent, which, of course, he wasn't.*
"Would you like me to clean them properly? It must be difficult on your own."
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:36:41 GMT -5
Post by Emily on Jul 2, 2007 17:36:41 GMT -5
"I've got most of my arms done," *she said casually.* "Then I've just got this one and the cuts on my legs to see to." *she pointed to the thin cut on her neck.*
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 17:37:35 GMT -5
Post by Genghis Khan on Jul 2, 2007 17:37:35 GMT -5
*Genghis tilted his head slightly.*
"Is that a yes? It would be an honor to assist you."
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 19:40:31 GMT -5
Post by Emily on Jul 2, 2007 19:40:31 GMT -5
*Emily wrinkled her nose for a moment. She'd been doing the headstand routine. There were cuts on places she'd rather tend to herself.*
"Maybe just the one--on the back of my leg, see?" *she pointed to the back of her calf.* "I'ts awkward to reach."
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 19:45:31 GMT -5
Post by Genghis Khan on Jul 2, 2007 19:45:31 GMT -5
*Genghis's brow furrowed, as he was uncertain that she was being completely honest, but he indulged her nonetheless, tending her wound gently.*
"Are you certain? Would you like me to examine you for any others? Sometimes the body will not be honest about the location of unseen wounds. You may not feel them until later."
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Bad Day
Jul 2, 2007 19:52:29 GMT -5
Post by Emily on Jul 2, 2007 19:52:29 GMT -5
"Trust me, I know they're there. But there's places I'd rather just have me dealing with."
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