Giovanna M. Bennet (burnwithlight) wrote,
@ 2011-09-14 17:00:00

One of the private lines rang at the consulate. Giovanna answered the phone.

"Genoshan Consulate. Giovanna Bennet speaking. How can I help you?"

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	burnwithlight 2011-09-15 07:29 pm UTC (link)
	"Please just let him do it," Gio assures. "Angelo's very focused about supper. It's an Italian thing." And now she'll hush and let Andrew and his aunt talk. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

assaultnbattery
2011-09-15 07:33 pm UTC (link)

Andrew settles in, waiting for tea before going into anything beyond basic pleasantries. Tea is important for these things. Eases the atmosphere, he's always thought.

"Thank you, but... Genosha, by and large, is as unsure of what we're doing here as the world is. My grandfather disagrees with a lot of my basic principles... but has given me leave to pursue dragging Genosha into the world community, kicking and screaming, if need be, anyway." he replies, finally, once they have tea brought out.

"Just relax. Angelo loves making and serving dinner... and it gives him something to do. What brings you here?"

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	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 08:10 pm UTC (link)
	"It was time..." Hell she knew how open ended that was, how vague. Really it was a noon-answer and she ducked her head to hide her guilty of her deception of omission. "I don't want to be any trouble... I can find my own place if I can just get my barings..." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	assaultnbattery 2011-09-15 08:14 pm UTC (link)
	He frowns. "You aren't any trouble at all. We're happy to have you here. You're a Genoshan, and family. Please, go on." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 08:25 pm UTC (link)
	She glanced at gio, them back to her nephew. "It was just time. It's better for everyone this way, believe me. And I've barely left genosha my whole life... I just needed to ne somewhere else." Not one did she look up when she spoke, desperately wishing that he could somehow put the pieces together without her having to say it. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	assaultnbattery 2011-09-15 08:31 pm UTC (link)
	Andrew glances at Giovanna, then back to his Aunt. "You're somewhere. Somewhere safe. Please, stay with us." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 08:34 pm UTC (link)
	She finally looked up, more then a little relieved at the change of topic. "I sure won't turn down that offer." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

burnwithlight
2011-09-15 08:36 pm UTC (link)

"Of course. It'll be great to have you." She looks at Andrew. "But we need to figure out how to handle your grandfather on this."

Gio looks earnestly to Charlotte. "I know you probably have a lot of thoughts on the subject, but just because you're a late bloomer doesn't mean your father doesn't care what happens to you. He's going to be worried." And a worried Magneto was not good.

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assaultnbattery
2011-09-15 08:40 pm UTC (link)

He nods. "Proof of concept time. Gio, next chance you get when calling home, please inform your father and my grandfather that she is here... she is safe, and she will remain here. Under my protection." Emphasis both ways. She will not be going back to Genosha without his say so, and she will be protected from outside threats - and Andrew will stand up to Magneto, or the world, to prove his ideals.

"I have never believed in Xavier's blanket of secrecy, and I will not start now. I've told the world that we're here, and while we extend the olive branch that Xavier possesses, but keeps hidden... we will protect our own. My Aunt is Genoshan, that's all that matters. She is under my roof and my protection, no matter what."

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	burnwithlight 2011-09-15 08:42 pm UTC (link)
	Gio gives her boyfriend her very best 'you're the boss, and I'm on it,' nod. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 09:04 pm UTC (link)
	She couldn't help but look worried, no matter what was said. She knew her father. She knew his life philosophy and she knew his ruthlessness. "Just... Don't challenge him. Don't draw any lines in the sand, not over this, not over me..." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

assaultnbattery
2011-09-15 09:14 pm UTC (link)

"I drew the line a long time ago. That's part of what we're doing here."

He considers, while sipping his tea.

"That's really what we're doing here, when it comes down to it. I disagree with my grandfather's isolationism. I believe that to advance, Genosha needs the world, and the world needs Genosha. We need things like immigration, diplomacy... international allies. And, with those things, I believe in time, by using our gifts, if we benefit the world long enough, some will come to accept us.

But neither do I agree with Xavier. He believes in integration... and then hides his students away. I believe we need to be open with who we are. A nation that happens to have a large mutant population, and we will not shy from that."

Important note: not a nation of mutants.

"We will protect our own from our enemies, human, mutant or other. You are a Genoshan... so I will protect you. Genetics do not matter. Your name makes you a target... but I won't have anyone dragging you to Genosha against your will... nor have you become the target of bigotry.

But its not because you're my Aunt, or your name. I would do the same for any Genoshan... and that's the essence of what I'm doing here. Its not you... its principle... I drew the line when I arrived."

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	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 09:55 pm UTC (link)
	That was...a lot. She was really more of a "speak softly and carry a big stick" type...without the stick. "I dont know what I think...That's part of why I left. So I could figure it out. I cant believe that everything is so....black and white, the way father sees it." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	burnwithlight 2011-09-15 10:12 pm UTC (link)
	Gio smiles. "Don't worry. Being as smart and philosophically on-top-of-things as Andrew isn't any kind of requirement for living here. A lot of us have our confusions and things to sort out, too." Gio sips her tea, then makse a small frown. "We should probably help you step up your self-defense training, too. It'll make you feel better in a city like this." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

assaultnbattery
2011-09-15 10:29 pm UTC (link)

"Yeah, I'm not a big believer in black & white. You have a home here with us as long as you want it though. Gio - can you ask Sengai to come join us... I think my Aunt could use a bodyguard for a while, and I think he'd be ideal."

He glances back to his Aunt with a sigh. "Which, knowing you, you won't want... but they insisted I have one. Your name and relations will make you a target. If we're going to keep you safe, I'd prefer we take it seriously."

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	burnwithlight 2011-09-15 10:31 pm UTC (link)
	Gio goes to get Sengai. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	whoholdsthewhip 2011-09-15 10:37 pm UTC (link)
	He isn't far, in fact he's mediating in the combat room. In fact he's sitting close to a turned-on television and radio, but doesn't appear to be watching or listening to either. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	burnwithlight 2011-09-15 10:38 pm UTC (link)
	"Sengai, I'm sorry to interrupt, but Andrew's aunt is here, and Andrew has an assignment for you." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	whoholdsthewhip 2011-09-15 10:51 pm UTC (link)
	"Very well," he says, getting up with no complaint. He slips on a shirt and follows Gio. (Reply to this)(Parent)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 10:32 pm UTC (link)
	"whatever you think is best," she said, finally reaching for a cup of tea, some of the tension leaving her. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	assaultnbattery 2011-09-15 10:39 pm UTC (link)
	He nods. "I just wanted you to know the reasoning. I know you're perfectly capable - but this place is dangerous. Besides, I think you and Sengai could be good influences on each other." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	burnwithlight 2011-09-15 11:04 pm UTC (link)
	And soon, Gio comes in with Sengai. "Sengai, this is Charlotte Lensherr. Charlotte, this is Sengai." Gio's formal tendnecies are in play in that she doesn't use any nicknames, but she just leaves out Sengai's last name for now. No need to spook the girl. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 11:07 pm UTC (link)
	She immediate stood up, her own manners impecable. "Its a pleasure to meet you... Please, won't you join us?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	whoholdsthewhip 2011-09-15 11:15 pm UTC (link)
	He had slipped his sunglasses on before leaving the gym, mostly for the sake of propriety. He gives a low bow of his head. "A pleasure to meet you, Ms. Lensherr." Sengai looks at Andrew before responding. "Yes, thank you." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

assaultnbattery
2011-09-15 11:21 pm UTC (link)

"Sengai... I have an assignment, if you're willing. I'd like you to be my Aunt's bodyguard, much as Gio is for me. There may be problems, both with the usual foes, and some Genoshans... not everyone there is likely to be happy with the uncertainty about her genetics... she may not have inherited an active X-gene.

Which hardly matters, she is a Genoshan, and under my protection. I just wanted you to be aware of the potential range of concerns before you take on the task.

She's come for asylum, while she figures things out for herself. I've granted it. I want to make sure she gets a chance to see the city, meet people, have some fun... while she's figuring out what she wants to do going forward. Given our enemies... I'd prefer she have a capable set of eyes around while she does it.

Besides, I think you two might be good influences on each other, if you're willing?"