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I. - Morning, Flash Bandits - (Closed to Twelfth Doctor)

[Some days, there was more to her shift tasks than merely sorting equipment and order forms. Like the days when she got to experiment with a few other tools of the trade.]

[That particular day, it was foam boards and reflectors. The latter, in particular, had captured her interest all the more when she realized it was a collapsible 5-in-1 model, with fabric covers allowing for everything from reducing contrast and softening the quality of light, to varying degrees of highlights, to warming effects.]

[Her current test model was her little Natu, who sat on a stool and occasionally chirped with glee at the attention he was receiving. Abra, meanwhile, was sleeping at the base, determined to follow Hikari as often as possible while still managing to get his daily 18 hours of rest. Even if it meant sleeping on the job. Natu seemed to chirp all the brighter each time a new type of light was shone on it, complete with the flashing lights and soft clicks of Hikari's camera.]

[Pulling away, she took a glimpse of her latest shot and smiled sheepishly.]

I guess it's a good thing I have the fast-action compatible model. You're just not going to sit still, are you?

Natu! Na Na! Tu!

II. - Afternoon, Moonbucks - (Closed to Takeru)

[As she approached the coffee shop, Hikari wondered if she should have felt more nervous. This was her first major booking, after all. A request for some promotional shots for the cafe, featuring one of their currently more popular employees.]

[...then again, as a smile threatened the corners of her lips...that was probably why she wasn't nervous. Because the subject she would be shooting was one very familiar to the viewfinder of her camera.]

[Shifting the weight of the numerous bags she'd been carrying, Hikari paused just long enough on the street corner to note the several teenaged girls who were gathering around the shop window. Something inside clearly had them excited, because they were whispering among one another, occasionally shielding their eyes from the outdoor glare as they continued braving the cool weather in favor of something just beyond the slightly reflective glass' surface.]

[Of course, once Hikari realized how many of those faces she recognized, she understood why they were there.]

[Still, that wasn't about to stop her from her assignment. In fact, it was with an increased amusement that she approached the main entrance, currently locked and with a "closed" sign on it--no doubt in order to prepare for that afternoon--and knocked loudly.]

[There were more whispers coming from the teen girls, including a few words here and there she even picked up. All of them curious as to who she was and what she was doing there....]

III. - Out & About, Genessia - (OPEN)

[For once, the fourteen-year-old was walking around the city without her usual camera bag. If only because she had a handful of others...as did her ever-faithful companion, Abra, who looked a little wobbly as it walked along beside her, carrying a bag of its own.]

...are you sure you're alright with that?

Abra!

[Hikari smiled warmly at Abra before pausing, moving to one side of the sidewalk so she could kneel down and peer in both their bags. Understanding what she meant to do, Abra held his out so she could get a better look at what was inside.]

Let's see...we should have enough Gaffer's Tape to last a while...I bought four different sizes of clothing pins...we didn't need any Cinefoil...and I got a few extra clamps just in case.

Do you think that's everything?

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[it feels like a good day for photography. He hopes she doesn't mind him just dropping in and if he had his TARDiS he'd take her elsewhere to get pictures she'd never dreamed of getting. Things being as they were however]

Knock knock! I bought coffee and donuts.

[It was not something he was used to, having to actually be fussed over to make sure one was camera ready. He didn't quite understand why they were using him for it instead of models and such like most businesses do. He was just barista and delivery boy.

But when he had asked, he had been told it was simply because of how popular he was that people were just drawn here. They were sure he would bring in more customers. As the make up artist had finished with the final touches, he leaned back in the seat.

He hadn't been told who the photographer was and it didn't matter, for the most part, he just was aware of the fact they would be here soon. Though that thought was long gone the moment there was a knock and one of the staff had gone to open it. Eyes looked over towards the figure at the door and it wasn't long before Takeru brightened up a bit before getting up and going over to the figure.]

Hikari! Are you the photographer?

[Glancing up mid-shot frame, Hikari needed only a moment to place the voice and face. When she did, she stood up with a bright, if slightly surprised, smile.]

Professor!

[Although it was only the moment's timing that had caught her off-guard. And the bringing of treats. Not his presence in general; he had mentioned wanting to stop by Flash Bandits at some point.]

You didn't have to do that. But thank you.

[She couldn't help a small giggle that escaped when he opened the door.]

Surprise?

[Apparently, no one had thought to give him the name of his assigned photographer for that day. Oh, well. The request had been relatively short-notice, after all, and though she could have told him earlier...the look on his face made the brief period of secrecy all the more worth it.]

Are you ready? Depending upon how long it takes to set everything up, I can't see this taking more than an hour or two.

Well you should always eat a little before starting a project. Gives you energy. Now where should I put this?

Also, fair warning... [he lifts up the cardboard drink holder holding the coffees] One of these is a half calf and the other will shock the hair off of three generations both ways. I forgot which one was which. Would you prefer I test both out or would you like to take the risk?

Houndour, wait come back!!

[Run away pokemon!! Who promptly all but tackles Hikari.] Oi hey! Quit it! Get off her! [Tries to tug him back!] Sorry about that!! I don't suppose you have bananas in your bag? He's bloody obsessed with them, I swear...

Of course, I am surprised. Though really should have guessed it might have been you.

[Okay the chances were slim consider there were probably many other people who could have done it, but admittedly he was glad it was her. In part because she knew him best to know what would be a good idea and also the fact it was better to have someone he knew than a stranger. Before closing the door he waved to the girls that were outside, causing a good few of them to giggle before closing the door.]

I am ready, I have spent a short time in the make up chair because I had to so pretty confident in that.

[Watching him wave to the girls out of the corner of her eye, she turned to one of the nearby tables and began putting her things down.]

I see.

That would explain why your cheeks are slightly pink. I thought it was because of the crowd of girls gathered outside for you.

[She paused just long enough to take the camera strap off her neck, placing it down on the ground by the nearest light stand before crossing the room and cleaning a bit of space on one of the tables.]

Right here is fine. [And then, thinking he was joking about the varying levels of caffeine and subsequently forgetting which was which...] I can drink either. I don't mind.

[It was one of those moments that happened in the blink of an eye. Too fast for Hikari to fully process exactly how she was suddenly forcefully knocked to the ground, little legs kicking in the air around her shopping bags, and Abra looking about two seconds away from committing poke-murder...]

...huh?

[Then a young woman was running up to her looking apologetic and frantic to restrain her overenthusiastic friend. The situation became a lot clearer, and she sat up just enough to reach for Abra, giving the little guy a gentle pat on the head to reassure him she was alright before looking up.]

No, I don't think so? I have some berries, though, if your friend is hungry.

[he sets his things down.]

First the stars of the show. [he opens the bag of donuts so the bag itself is a little plate.] I didn't know what kind you liked so I bought a few varieties. The strawberry jam ones seem to be good. [at least they sound good to him.]

And now the test... A little coffee roulette if you will. [he grins, one hand on both cups] Choose your fate-- and remember to take a small sip. Too much caffeine is bad for the heart.

[...oh! The bag was actually kind of cute. Though her eyes lit up all the more when the Professor mentioned strawberry jam donughts, and she glanced back towards Abra--who stirred once before settling back down again.]

I'll have to save one of those for Abra, then. He loves strawberries, so he might like strawberry jam too.

[As for Hikari...she picked up one of the glazed options, taking a delicate bite and enjoying the sugary sweetness. When it came to coffee options, she pondered for a moment before opting to take the one on the left. A small sip was more in consideration for the temperature than the caffeine intake, though she did nod at his warning.]

Are these from Moonbucks?

[She asked after a swallow.]

[he squints at her. Can't tell if that's her coffee or she's got amazing tolerance. Perhaps only time will tell]

I think so. [he takes a powdered donut for himself] I don't usually pay attention.

[and then completely innocently] How's the coffee?

It tastes fine to me.

[Which could mean one of two things. Either she was drinking "her" coffee after all...or else her teenage metabolism was at work.]

How...can you not pay attention to where you're buying things from?

[She was too confused by the thought to sound judgmental, though.]

Hm. Well you know how it is. I'm in a rush I just go in, slap money on the counter and get coffee. Getting used to money, you know. Don't really like it but I might as well put it to good use.

[takes a bite out of the donut and watches her carefully]

[A second sip. Still delicate, but a little slower than before. Adjusting to the flavor when mixed with her donut. She licked her lips absently, not fully paying attention to the increase in caffeine because her mind was currently elsewhere.]

Do they not...have money in the world you're from?

[Maybe a strange concept to some, but Hikari was trying to remain open minded. Yes, even the digital world required currency...well, some places...but she also knew she and the other Chosen had been able to get by fairly well without any money on a number of their trips in the past.]

Oh they do but I never use it.

[he sips his own coffee then genntly switches their cups]

Might want to lay off the strong stuff.

...huh?

[There were two things in that moment that drew her attention. The first was a claim of simply never using money...which, by itself, would have been worth commenting on. Except then the Professor was suddenly taking the coffee out of her hands, and only did she realize that hers were starting to shake a little.]

[Almost as if she'd had far more than two sips of typical coffee...]

...what...was in that cup?

[he clears his throat and looks away]

Twenty-seven shots of espresso. [sip]

[Hikari stared. Then she stared some more. Then, just for a chance of pace, she stared a little more.]

Twenty-seven?

[Not sure if impressed or concerned.]

Are you...going to be alright drinking that much?

[After all, her hand was shaking after two sips, and she was only 15.]

This'll barely get me started in the morning. [though that would implies he sleeps which not so much] I'm not exactly human either. [and then he gets an idea] Want to see?

[he notices the trembling and just kind of hopes it's not a medical condition or it'll go away on its own. Though he might ask Rose if it keeps up]

[Not human.]

[Of course, her first thought was either digimon or Guardian...but the chances that he was actually from the Digital World were so slim, she held her tongue. For now.]

I...guess?

[Was he going to shapeshift or evolve or something?]

Alright. [he takes his sunglasses out of his top pocket and gently puts them on her face.] Now, when I sit back down I want you to press right here. [and he taps the place where the glasses and the ear piece meet.]

Got it?

[after making sure she does, he sits back down. What she'll see is essentially an x-ray, which she can tell if looking at her own hands, the ghostly blue outline of fingers and the bones and some musculature underneath. If she looks at him, well, mostly human-- though an anatomist might find a head scratching thing or two. Of course, even a child would see the two hearts beating away on either side of his chest]

[Hikari wasn't exactly sure what the Professor was about to show her. All she knew was that she suddenly felt very nervous.]

[...no, wait. That was just her heart beating faster from the caffeine. Never mind.]

[A pair of sunglasses appeared, and she allowed him to place them over her eyes, raising a just barely trembling hand to adjust them to a more comfortable position. She nodded at the subsequent instructions, waiting until he sat down before doing as he instructed and pressing with one finger.]

[The image that appeared caused her to jump slightly. In both surprise and amazement. An x-ray. A quick glimpse down proved that what she was seeing was real (enough), except...when she looked at the Professor, there was something...off. Her biology was fairly decent, she liked to think, but it took her removing the glasses twice, making sure she was looking in the right place, to be sure that what she was seeing wasn't some kind of trick of the eye.]

Your heart. Hearts.

There's...two of them?

[A question, and she pulled the glasses down just enough to peer up over them at him in question.]

Yep. Other things too but these are the show stoppers right here. [pats the center of his chest and grins. Impressed?]

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