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Post by James T. Kirk on Apr 14, 2008 18:13:37 GMT -5
*With his unerring instinct, Kirk was there first. He cursed himself for not being fast enough to catch her.*
"Don't move," *he said quietly.* "Are you hurt?"
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 14, 2008 18:17:03 GMT -5
*She grimaced.*
"I think I sprained my ankle." *She mumbled embarrassed.* "I'm sorry for delaying you."
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Post by James T. Kirk on Apr 14, 2008 21:52:35 GMT -5
*Kirk shook his head, but Figwit spoke.*
"The important thing is that you are not hurt too badly," *he said.*
"May I find out if it's broken?" *Kirk asked, his hands poised over Wild's ankle.*
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 14, 2008 21:55:16 GMT -5
*Wild sighed and rolled her eyes.*
"Honestly, it's just sprained - OUCH!"
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Post by Figwit on Apr 15, 2008 10:46:22 GMT -5
*Kirk rolled his eyes and Figwit stepped in to try to keep the situation from escalating. He knelt beside Wild.*
"Captain Kirk has experience with this, I believe. Would your hatred keep you from allowing him to help you?"
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 15, 2008 10:54:12 GMT -5
*Wild looked up at Figwit with her beautiful dark eyes. Just right now they were sparkling from a fury she tried to hold back. Even so, her voice was calm.*
"My hatred toward men, little Figwit, was raised inside me by grown men raping and killing my best friend at the orphanage. She was only 8. Unless Captain Kirk will try to give me the same fate, he will be safe from my wrath."
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Post by James T. Kirk on Apr 15, 2008 11:35:49 GMT -5
*Kirk raised his hands and backed off.*
"Look. I'm sorry for what happened to you, Wild. I really am. I can't say it any other way. Where I come from, there is no rape. There is complete equality between men and women, and both men and women can enjoy the company of whomever they like, with consent. Forcing anyone is unheard of, and I'm sorry you grew up that way. But this attitude you have isn't very conducive to a mission like this one. Why the hell would I try to hurt you in the middle of a dangerous world I don't know? Yes. I like sex. A lot. It's not the focus of my every waking moment and frankly, madame, you're not at the top of my list right now. If you aren't going to be able to work with me, I'll go back, but you should have said so before.
"Now. As it is, someone's going to have to carry you; you can't walk on that. Unfortunately for you, you've just got me and Figwit. And Figwit, if you haven't noticed, is a man, too. Even if he's very pretty."
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 15, 2008 11:47:41 GMT -5
*Wild gritted her teeth as she quietly went through the journey ahead of them in her mind. She knew every danger that lurked in the landscapes, and she knew they would need Captain Kirk's strength. She admired Figwit's skills as well, but the captain was more muscular. She sighed and looked up at the men again. It was true that Figwit was very pretty. Then her sense of humor took overhand, and she started laughing, without any idea about how beautiful she was when she smiled.*
"I apologize to you both for my behavior." *She said softly.* "I will try to behave better. There are too many threats ahead of us as it is. We can't afford to split the group. As for the carrying, I guess I just have to put up with my destiny... Truce?"
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Post by James T. Kirk on Apr 15, 2008 11:50:59 GMT -5
*Kirk smiled widely--all animosity forgotten--and held out his hand.*
"Truce," *he said.*
Women.
*Figwit sighed, relieved.*
"I'm not doubting your strength, Figwit, but should I carry her first? I'm pretty strong and not much good for much else."
*Kirk smiled self-deprecatingly, knowing that wasn't exactly true but willing to be the packhorse for now. Besides, it'd set Wild back a bit.*
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 15, 2008 11:57:19 GMT -5
*Wild took his hand and shook it, knowing that she at least had to try to keep peace with him. She saw Figwit's obvious relief, and hoped she would be able to maintain her part of the truce.* "How are you going to carry me when you are climbing the mountain?" *She asked.* "Couldn't you just bind a rope around my waist and pull me up or something? I can still hold on to a rope." ((Yes, she is trying to get away.... ))
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Post by Figwit on Apr 15, 2008 12:06:15 GMT -5
"We could," *Figwit reasoned.* "But it is risky."
"If you can hold onto a rope, you can hold onto my neck," *Kirk said.*
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 15, 2008 12:09:00 GMT -5
Are you not afraid I might strangle you?
*Wild gritted her teeth and cringed. Then she pulled herself together and looked up at them.*
"Fine, fine. Whenever you are ready."
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Post by James T. Kirk on Apr 15, 2008 12:17:47 GMT -5
*Figwit nodded, and Kirk knelt before Wild.*
"If you can grab on, I can lift you. Now, I may have to actually touch you to make sure you don't fall, but remember your options are limited."
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 15, 2008 12:22:08 GMT -5
*Wild gritted her teeth and placed her arms around Captain Kirk's neck. Sarcasm was dripping from every word as she spoke to him.* "You're really enjoying this, aren't you? Just make sure you don't drop me, human." *With a deep sigh she accepted her destiny.* ((Which is very melodramatic for her. ))
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Post by James T. Kirk on Apr 15, 2008 12:28:10 GMT -5
"I'm conflicted," *Kirk confessed cheerfully as he rose with her on his back; he had to grasp her under the knees to get her legs up.* "On the one hand, I have a beautiful elf-maiden on my back. On the other, she's kind of a bitch."
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