Scratching an itch [Open]

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Namely the itch for space, for air. Nathan had been going over a check list for things to keep an eye on around the ship, but even politicians like to unwind from time to time. He heard the notice about the podpop, more arrivals to meet with later. In the meantime, his steps had taken him to the Sensoriums. Remembering the deep Nevada skies, he called it up, his surroundings becoming gritty sand, and rocks. Bare hills in the distance, with sparse vegetation.

Then in an instance, he took flight, and a sonic boom sounded in the crisp blue sky.

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[lytaalex.livejournal.com]

In the midst of patrolling the halls, Lyta finds her way back to the sensoriums just in time to catch Nathan as he took to the sky. It wasn't exactly an unfamiliar sight since she'd seen him do it multiple times. The first being the first time they'd met.

This time, however, the corners of her mouth turned upward into an amused smile.

"I'm beginning to think only do that to show off," she projected the thoughts into his head, since yelling was out of the question.

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan stopped in mid-air at the sudden thoughts.

What the? He then glanced downward, and swooped back toward the ground.

"What's wrong with a guy getting some fresh air? Or as close as you can get on this thing."

[lytaalex.livejournal.com]

"Nothing," Lyta answered, speaking aloud. "Although, most guys I know don't usually do it from quite that altitude."

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan shrugged as he landed and approached her, "They would if they could."

[lytaalex.livejournal.com]

Lyta cocked her head to one side and folded her arms over her chest. "Well, that's a little presumptuous, isn't it? That's a lot of men you're speaking for."

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan gestured to the sky with a head tilt.

"Maybe, what about you? Ever thought of it?"

[lytaalex.livejournal.com]

"What? You mean flying?" Lyta asked, looking at him wide-eyed. She then shook her head. "No. It appears I left my wings at home."

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan nodded, and then lifted his arms to her, gesturing.

"You want to?"

[lytaalex.livejournal.com]

She hesitated at his offer, yet she smiled just the same. "You're kidding, right?"

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

"No," He grinned at her, and gestured again, "You coming?"

[lytaalex.livejournal.com]

"Umm..." Lyta says while she considers the offer for a moment. Taking the shuttles up into space was one thing, but to actually fly around with Nathan being the only thing keeping her aloft. Finally, whether out of curiosity or just sheer bravery, she nods.

"Yeah. Sure. I guess. Why not?"

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan came closer to put his arms around the female telepath, a close warm presence.

"Just hang on, and let me know when you're ready."

[lytaalex.livejournal.com]

Lyta wrapped her arms around Nathan's neck, tightly grasping her wrist to keep from accidentally falling when they took flight. Then, she took in a series of long, deep breaths, steeling her resolve. Was she really sure she wanted to do this? It was going to be pretty high and she didn't know if even Stacy would prevent her from getting hurt. And did she really trust Nathan this much?

Much to her own surprise, she found herself nodding. "Ok, ready."

[pie-bitches.livejournal.com]

Dean seems to have a habit of wandering into other people's rooms. When he comes into what looks like, as far as he can remember, Nevada, he blinks, and scratches the back of his head absently.

The sonic boom doesn't quite startle him, but he does look to see the source.

"Show-off!" Dean shouts after Nathan, grinning and shading his eyes from the sun.

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan circled around, and drew closer to the ground, noticing the arrival.

"You say something? Didn't catch it."

[pie-bitches.livejournal.com]

"Called you a show-off," Dean repeats, still grinning. "'Cause, y'know. That's what you are."

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan shrugged, "Didn't ask for this ability. Sure as hell helps getting around though."

[pie-bitches.livejournal.com]

"It's called a sense of humor, man," Dean replies, rolling his eyes. "But yeah, I can see how it'd be useful."

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

"I got it," He replied with a small laugh and ran a hand though his wind swept hair.

"Saves me a fortune in plane fare, a lot less hassle too."

[pie-bitches.livejournal.com]

Dean grins, though. "No joke. I don't do flying, so I save the money anyway."

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

"Yeah? You drive?"

[pie-bitches.livejournal.com]

"Everywhere."

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan nodded at that, "Yeah? Nice if you got the time for it. What kind of ride?"

[pie-bitches.livejournal.com]

"Trust me, I got plenty of time," Dean grins. "And it's a '67 Chevy Impala. Prime condition."

[waylostandfound.livejournal.com]

Nathan whistled at that, clearly impressed.

"Nice. You restore cars yourself, or buy her?"