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 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?"

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	whoholdsthewhip 2011-09-15 11:26 pm UTC (link)
	Sengai takes all this in. "I admit I'm honored, but..Andrew, what would her father say if he knew just who was watching his daughter?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 11:29 pm UTC (link)
	"Isn't this just a tad on the dramatic side...?" She sat back down, picking up her cup of tea. "No one knows who I am...and I've never done anything to anyone." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	assaultnbattery 2011-09-15 11:33 pm UTC (link)
	"One, what her father might say is part of why she's here. She can make her own decisions. Two, some people certainly know. And our enemies include telepaths. I would really rather err on the side of caution." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	whoholdsthewhip 2011-09-15 11:39 pm UTC (link)
	He takes a deep breath. "Very well, Andrew, if you truly think I'm capable of doing so..then I accept." He turns to Charlotte. "I will do my best not to be too..intrusive." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-15 11:52 pm UTC (link)
	She gave him a wincing smile, "...we'll make it as easy as possible on each other. Deal?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	assaultnbattery 2011-09-15 11:56 pm UTC (link)
	"I'm sorry if this is a shock. With these formalities out of the way... hopefully dinner will be ready soon. Let us know what you want beyond four walls and a bed, and we'll see about getting you set up." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	whoholdsthewhip 2011-09-15 11:57 pm UTC (link)
	Sengai finally smiled, a nervous but genuine one. "It's a deal, Ms. Lensherr." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-16 12:00 am UTC (link)
	"Please..just Charlotte..or Lottie, all my friend just call me Lottie. I'm easy, I promise." Wow, zero to full blush in 5.6 seconds. "To hang around with. I don't really do that much...I like books. Not really a security threat...well...depending on who you talk to..." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	not_adorable 2011-09-16 12:27 am UTC (link)
	There is a clearing of a throat, as Angelo summons those present to the table. Heaping plates of seafood-fried rice, and salads, await. "If you would all care to be seated." He smiles, waiting to hold out Miss Charlotte's chair for her. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	lottelensherre 2011-09-16 12:35 am UTC (link)
	Charlotte's eyes lit up when she got the first wiff of the food and it was enough to pull her towards the table without any prompting. "Angelo, this is....amazing. This isn't all because of me is it?? You shouldn't of gone to the trouble..But thank you. So much." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	burnwithlight 2011-09-16 12:37 am UTC (link)
	Giovanna goes to the table and...suddenly her eyes flash brigh, glowing green. "I'll....be in my room for a few minutes," she says, not wanting to stare blankly at the dinner table during the conversation about to happen. She readies the precise memory of what Andrew said to relay to Father as she goes to her room. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	assaultnbattery 2011-09-16 12:40 am UTC (link)
	Andrew settles in. "Angelo, you've outdone yourself." He glances to his Aunt. "Not at all. With Angelo around, he sees to it we eat well." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	not_adorable 2011-09-16 01:16 am UTC (link)
	Angelo seats Miss Charlotte, putting a napkin over her lap, then serves everyone. He preens slightly at Andrew's compliment. "It was an easy dish to make abundant portions of, and that.. 'burger' M-- Charlotte nearly choked on earlier was a crime." (Reply to this)(Parent)