Simple Things

[kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com]

OK, so things were at least shaping up pretty good. The Outsiders were making progress and so far, she had to admit that she was generally happy. Sure, there were a few lingering things on her mind (her brother, Mai, Marco) but overall she figured letting them deal with things without her involved. Nura and her and Reimi got to bond, she had help on the ship, and there were people looking out for her on the ship: she had nothing to complain about.

So she took this moment to unwind near the Outsider's pool, not IN the pool but beside it, legs crossed, taking in the air and doing breathing exercises for relaxation.

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Ronnae smiled appreciatively with a warm laugh. "Thanks Katara... I'm really glad I came." She pulled out her bag and rummaged through it pulling out her usual clothes, along with her rolled up bindings.

She placed her swords on a bench and proceeded to strip, it seems her girl time with Katara had made her comfortable around her. She pulled up her undergarments and longshorts before turning to face Katara, a small blush on her face. "H-hey Katara... could you help me with this? I usually do it myself, but it's a pain." She extended her bindings to Katara, a shy look on her blushy face.

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"I'm glad you did too," Katara said, grinning as she started to dry out her white underclothes and put on some nice blue ones. "I don't know why, but I never figured that you and Billy were connected for some reason."

She nodded, and started to make sure that the bindings fit well enough on Ronnae. "You know, I don't know at all what you've been through, and I know its sort of presumptuous of me to decide anything. I just wanted you to know that of all the people on the ship, Billy would understand. He's one of the best people I know, and I don't say that casually. He'll give you the shirt off his back if he could."

She smiled. "In any case, I'm really glad you're here. Let's go get some lunch!"

[ronnae.livejournal.com]

Ronnae looked thoughtful. Connected? What did she mean? She would think on it later. She smiled one her chest was well bound and gave Katara a thankful bow. She grabbed her shirt and trademark red hoodie, slipping it over her head. It took a bit to get her hair brushed and up in her signature long ponytails, but it kept her at ease. Once done she gave Katara a quick hug. "Th-thanks again, for everything. I'm really glad we met Katara. You. You can always count on me as a friend." She smiled shyly, putting on her belt and swords she gave a thumbs up. "Ready for some grub!" She seemed happy.

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Billy, by that point, had started to pace anxiously around the lobby. He was even practicing a few of his combat moves to get the excess energy out---kick, strike, stretch---not as refined the smooth, elaborate katas Jason and Tommy had done, but he was finally getting the moves down.

Once he registered that he was no longer alone, he spun on his heel and smiled awkwardly at them. "Hey, I was wondering if you'd make it back. So are you ready for lunch?"

An extra wide smile was reserved for Ronnie. She always looked great.

[kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com]

Oh yes they were. Billy had even managed to make himself look more awesome by doing those martial arts moves: obviously, he knew a little more about presenting himself than Katara had given him credit for.

"Yeah, we are!" Katara said brightly, giving Ronnae a nudge. "A few sandwiches and a snack will be nice, won't it?"

She didn't miss the smile toward Ronnae. YES.

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Ronnae smiled right back shyly, she was happy she was here. She gave a playful cheer and stuck her small tongue out. "Good to go! Ready for more!" She definitely seemed more at ease around them now. Except you know the shy and blushed glances every now and then. And of course the fidgeting, playing with her fingers, pulling up her hoodie up and down trying to make up her mind. Well you get it!

[morphitudinous]

Billy flushed a little and grinned at her, walking to her side then turning to Katara. "You're in charge today, Katara. What did you have in mind?"

[kaya-waterwave.livejournal.com]

Really? Her? Well, it was their own fault then.

"Well, I say that as long as we're having lunch, we ought to be eating on the grass. Why not make this a picnic? I think it would be a nice thing for all of us."

She smiled. "Plus, I'd like to see you guys comfortable."