Jessica Byrd (greenwillpower) wrote in dc_nextgen,
@ 2011-11-25 01:57:00

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Football night counts as date date
This had just sort of happened. She wasn't sure how exactly but Harry was a nice guy. A nice guy who liked football too apparently.

So she had figured out when a game would be on. She had then asked if he wanted to watch it with her. Then when he said yes she went and made a metric ton of Buffalo wings so they'd have something to pick at through out the game. It's slightly sad to her that she can make meat very well but pies and green beans turn into burnt bricks if she attempts them.

She also had some beer for the game. She wasn't sure she'd drink any of it but it was around just in case. She had no idea if Harry drank beer. She just knew that while she wasn't technically old enough to have beer legally she still managed to get it whenever she wanted it. If she got nervous during this date she might need it to settle her nerves a bit. Harry did after all seem like the kind of guy she would really like and that could make this go either really well or extra awkward.

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	in_reserve 2011-11-27 11:46 pm UTC (link)
	It doesn't register to Harry that she's blushing, mostly because in any social situation with a girl it's him who's doing the blushing. "I still think you're brave. I wish I could be a bit more like that." He's finished his coke and gestures to the rest of the pack. "Did you want another?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2011-11-28 03:38 am UTC (link)
	"I..." He has her feeling tongue tied. Oh man she has no clue how to act around a guy like him. "Naw I'm good." Her eyes snap back to the TV and she can't help but jump up. "Aw hell yeah! Keep running, Lefountain!" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	loveontherocks 2011-11-29 12:00 am UTC (link)
	Heather was passing by on her way to her room, and paused, as she couldn't help but stare. She'd never be a Cupid or a real Star Sapphire, but with a shard of the Predator inside her, well, she noticed things. "That the big game?" she asked. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2011-11-29 12:13 am UTC (link)
	Heather's unexpected comment causes Harry to almost jump out of his seat. He freezes and turns a little red (what? It's a date he's in the middle of, interruptions kill him). "Ummm yep I think. I...don't know what teams people like so..." What are the rules for these situations?! He figures he'll let Jess handle the talking now. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2011-11-29 12:19 am UTC (link)
	"The Keystoners versus the Giants if that helps," Jess says smiling. She doesn't notice it but one of her hands is resting on Harry now. She's kind of staking her claim. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	loveontherocks 2011-11-29 12:32 am UTC (link)
	"I'm more of a fan of the Corsairs," Heather admitted, "but that's hockey. Football, I usually end up rooting for Metropolis or Gotham." Yeah, even without the hand thing, she could see what was going on here. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2011-11-29 12:39 am UTC (link)
	He's frozen in place, Jess's hand keeping him from jumping any more but it just makes him more jittery...and about 2 shades redder. "Keystone is good too! They're winning by a lot here!" Yeah, he can pipe up to defend a home team but really that's about the extent of what he can pull off in terms of conversation right now. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2011-11-29 12:44 am UTC (link)
	"Only because the Giants are playing for crap. I mean you saw what that butterfingers did," Jess gripes. But she's clearly not bothered at all. Plus she just can't stop smiling even just a little right now. Also she's a Bears fan. She can't help it she was raised that way. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	loveontherocks 2011-11-29 12:58 am UTC (link)
	"Keystone's got a good team," Heather admitted. "We took a family trip there once, to see their hockey team play the Corsairs." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2011-11-29 01:05 am UTC (link)
	He's still looking unnaturally red. "Oh! Who...who won?" He only follows hockey slightly really. He feels like he's missing something...should he offer her a coke? Wings? Fries? Try not to get too nervous Harry... (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2011-11-29 01:08 am UTC (link)
	"Yeah?" She glances over then looks back at Harry. "Hey Heather. Wanna sit down?" She figures she shouldn't chase her off. Heather is nice. And it's not like this is obviously a date. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	loveontherocks 2011-11-29 01:35 am UTC (link)
	"The Corsairs, of course," Heather said, managing a grin. "Um, sure," she told Jess. "If, um, I'm not interrupting anything..." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2011-11-29 01:40 am UTC (link)
	"Well congrats then!" He's not one to get worked up over team rivalries. Wow, he's forgetting his manners today. "Oh! Did you want a coke? I brought the glass kind," he points towards the rest of the pack. Best to let Jess answer all questions since he'd be pretty useless at it. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2011-11-29 01:47 am UTC (link)
	"We're just watching a game." If she planned on making out with Harry he might run away from blushing too much. "Come on and join us!" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	loveontherocks 2011-11-29 01:56 am UTC (link)
	Heather took a seat, somewhat carefully, even though Cindy had made sure all the furniture was reinforced. She waved off the drink. "Thanks, Harry, but, ah, I'm good." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

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2011-11-29 02:03 am UTC (link)

Okay not only has he forgotten his manners, he's forgotten basic sensitivity. This is what so much blushing does to him...

"Sorry." What else could he do? He's really off right now, too much blushing in a short time period and he's still red. "Umm...what have you been up to? I saw some of your sculptures. They look really good." He's being honest, the ones he saw looked good.

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	greenwillpower 2011-11-29 02:11 am UTC (link)
	"I've seen 'em too. I've uh..." Jess twists a lock of hair around her finger. "Never been a good judge of art. But I know it looks nice. Reminds me of different stuff I've seen around Coast City." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	loveontherocks 2011-11-29 02:26 am UTC (link)
	Heather's crystal features moved into a smile. "Don't worry about it, Harry," she said. "And thanks, both of you. It's a different media than I'm used to, but I think I'm getting the hang of it." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2011-11-29 02:38 am UTC (link)
	Harry perks up a little now that he knows he's forgiven. "Is it easier in crystal? If I'm asking too much you don't have to answer! It just...looked interesting and...well yeah." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2011-11-29 11:37 pm UTC (link)
	"Have ya ever tried metal working? My old man's cousin does stuff for a landscaping firm." She relaxes them lets her eyes dart over the TV watching a play. The game is pretty good much the conversation is more interesting honestly. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	loveontherocks 2011-11-29 11:59 pm UTC (link)
	"It's... different," Heather told him. "And you're fine. But it's... well, it's doing it with my mind, instead of my hands, mostly. So it always looks like what I'm picturing." She shook her head. "Only tried it a couple times back in high school. Wasn't very good at it." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2011-11-30 12:28 am UTC (link)
	Harry files this away for future present ideas, just in case. "What do you do with them once you finish? Do you keep them all?" He's still perched on the very edge of the couch but he's almost back to his original colour. Almost. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2011-12-04 03:41 am UTC (link)
	"You could try again. You have more experience," she mutters thoughtfully. But now she is giving the game a hairy eyeball. "Oh for crying out loud! PLAY you silly idiots!" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	loveontherocks 2011-12-04 04:08 am UTC (link)
	"I keep some of the good ones," Heather told him. "Cindy keeps saying she can get me a gallery showing, but I don't know about that..." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

in_reserve
2011-12-04 04:17 am UTC (link)

Harry has stopped hoping this game would be anything more than an easy win for Keystone (it's more fun if there's some competition) so he has to laugh at Jess's outburst. "They've lost, Keystone is probably going to switch out for some less experienced players when they get the chance."

He turns to Heather a little confused, "Why can't you? It seems like a good idea. Plus Cindy is pretty reliable, if she said so she'll probably do it. If you need help with anything feel free to ask." He's always on the lookout for a way to be helpful, even if he's not sure what he can do in this case.

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