August-and-September-shenanigans (Open unless otherwise noted)

[light_of_willpower]

Who: Trunks (light_of_willpower) and various, including Open!
What: Shenanigans in August and September including a meeting, cooking lessons, more meetings and meditation, training, and a date.
When: Mid-August through the end of September--I'm flexible with dates
Where: Genessia City, Torchwood HQ, Nova City, Attleton
Notes and other things: If you want a specific prompt just let me know and I'll happily add one.


Attleton, Cassian and K2S0's household, Some evening in Late-August
Closed:Cassian, K2S0, Trunks (and their household?)

Given how busy Bulma had been when Trunks and Mai had first arrived, he'd kind of stepped up to handle grocery-shopping and making sure the household had food. Beyond just convenience stuff, because his mother was a workaholic. Thankfully Goku took care of most of his own food, but that still left 4 people. Not that Mai or Trunks were picky, given the conditions they'd endured for the last year--but having regular meals and variety was nice.

Trunks also found he didn't mind it--at least the shopping part and budgeting. Unfortunately his skills in cooking were basic at best, and he wanted to figure out how to both improve those skills AND improve meals to support a household of 5--3 of whom had large appetites.

Thankfully, he had friend willing to teach him; besides it giving him an excuse to visit Cassian and K2SO just to keep up. 'Normal' life took some adjusting, so why not go to someone whom had been helpful from day 1? It wasn't his first lesson, thankfully--he'd done this a few times now and hopefully he could start doing some batch-cooking. Make it easier to take advantage of sales, and easy-portions for leftovers and grab-and-go given the Brief-household's schedule.

So hopefully it's not a huge surprise when he shows up again, with several bags of groceries...



Nova City Sky Gardens, Early Morning, whenever(?)
Closed: Bulla (fashionably_strong) and Trunks

With everything going on, Bulla lacked one skill that Trunks found absolutely necessary that she'd need to learn. How to hide her ki-signature, at least in terms of how strong it could be. Fortunately, this wasn't likely to be combat-training--they just needed good surroundings. Deciding to stick close to home for now, Trunks suggested the evergreen forest Sky Garden.




Torchwood HQ-Everglades, Late August 20-something?
Closed: Ten, Eleven, Rose, Gwen, Jack---anyone in Torchwood familiar with Davros especially.

The video had caused him a minor panic-attack, and it had taken Trunks--once he'd calmed down--a few minutes to realize why. The tone-of-voice (such as it was) in the video had been level and conversational, but it was the words. The promises and way they were delivered that came off sanctimoniously. Besides just the grandiose claims themselves...that is what had caused his heart to race and breathing to speed up, and him to tense all over.

He was only mildly reassured when he noticed the reactions of others--most of whom weren't taking it seriously. But Rose, and Doctor Bow-Ties's responses--especially when contrasted with the Doctor's had him frowning. And asking for a private meeting at Torchwood HQ, because he was willing to bet there was more they knew that they were revealing on video. Besides, he had some things he wanted them to be aware of himself...

[OOC: Depending on timing, Trunks might talk about what he learned about Sir Handsalot--the villain from Bakugo/Aizawa's world.]




Nova City--Briefs Household---Early Sept (after the paper has come out.)
Closed: Briefs-Household residents, especially Mai.

The puzzle corner was amusing, and Trunks couldn't say why this one had caught his eye. Maybe because he was trying for more 'normal' things now. Just experiencing life for a bit--although he felt guilty as some of his research had been put on the backburner. And while he and Mai had been on a few more casual outing-dates to various eateries, this time he wanted to do something more special.

Which meant finding her, and seeing how she felt about the idea of a second date...




Genessia City Park---Mid September early mornings
Mixed Closed/open Closed prompt to Martha and Ahsoka for ki-sensing-training, Open otherwise.

Trunks liked the park, and even on days when he wasn't meeting Rose or Martha before work, he could be found there. It was a nice place just to be and absorb the sounds of relative peace around him. Sometimes he meditated, letting his ki-sensing stretch out and trying to find familiar signatures amidst everyone's. Sometimes he just sat and thought. Sometimes he made notes, bringing books and letting himself think and work on research.

[OOC: Feel free to come and bother visit if you want.




Nova-City--Late September, Early Evening
Closed: Doc Brown and Trunks.

Early evening, and time to head home--for once Trunks ONLY was working at Torchwood, instead of going from Torchwood to Capsule Corps in Nova and home to sleep and/or eat and... For once he basically had an evening where he wasn't busy with all of the usual things that kept him busy.

Of course, he was also bad at relaxing; which is why he headed to find where Doctor Brown was. If he wasn't in the Torchwood office in the Everglades, he'll just call the man... But now was as good at time as any, if Doc was free, to give him a tour of Nova City.



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Torchwood HQ-Everglades Closed

[borntolove]

Alright - what's the big emergency?

[Stated a bit non-seriously. Then notices how Trunks just came off a panic attack and then states completely seriously and concerend]

Trunks - what happened?

[spacepeterpan]

[The older Doctor wasn't really going to take it much more seriously, either--although mainly because he tended not to take anything that seriously until he started feeling serious about it himself--but gave Trunks a searching look on realizing he wasn't just making a fuss but seemed really upset. He took a quick glance around at who Trunks had gathered, then turned his attention back to him. His younger self had already asked the pertinent question, or at least the first accessible one, so he just added the sympathetic one.]

You all right?

[light_of_willpower]

[The Doctors hadn't seen Trunks tense before, and alert the way he was. Subtle signs, but definitely different--it was in his eyes, in his face, in the way he watched everyone and held himself again.]

...I'll be alright, probably. Just--one of the videos on the network. And given how you guys were reacting to it, you're likely the best people to ask about it.

So---who's Davros, and why do I not believe--for all his claims of help--he has no intention of doing anything he promised?

[Arms crossed, his tone is even but definitely not as polite as he usually is. Calm still at least, but alert.]

[captainspain]

Jack chooses that moment to walk in and lean against the counter watching everyone with a rare unreadable expression on his face. He is a bit physiclly closed off as well. While Davros isn't as touchy of a subject as the Master or the Family are, he still isn't completely happy the Dalek creator/leader was here.

"Why is it our job to do something about him if anything needs to be done," he finally asks playing devil's advocate, "that is why this place has Guardians right?"

[bigbadrose]

"He just wants friends," Rose pouted.

How much even ROSE believed that... was up to debate. Most likely it was a joke to relieve tension or just because she thought it was funny, no matter how the Doctors were going to react.

She's definitely not willing to touch the... killer of his own kind, TimeWar, last of his kind, and all that.

Holding a hand up, "You're all forgetting an important player in this." Since 11 and Jack did all they could to avoid that face, and Ten, for all he knew that Rose saw him every day, didn't say anything about it, for whatever reasons. Rose assumed to protect her privacy and space and so she didn't get upset. "I haven't spoken with Guitarist yet, but it's clear he's been around him recently."

She hated keeping secrets from the Doctor, even if it was at his own behest. Still, some things had to be that way.

"As nice as it'd be to duck and cover," wry grin, "Be real Jack. Whatever he does isn't going to be isolated. We have a responsibility because we're here and can. But I am in favor of talking to the Guardians. Not for a witch-hunt. Cornering him will just make it worse, and I refuse be the dalek emperor myself," she rolled her eyes, "But definitely so people can be ready. Not caught unawares, yeah?"

[light_of_willpower]

"You're also right, Jack--it's not 'our' job. I was asking all of you because I noted your reactions to the video, and considering my own reaction to it? I wanted answers and information."

Trunks is still scowling, and still with his arms crossed. There is a very hard look in his eye, and he's not afraid to meet anyone in the room's gaze either. "Honestly, except that it wouldn't work, I would just go take him out now and be done with it. I'm guessing you guys have seen what beings like Davros are capable of? He's new to me, but I know the type. I spent the last year of my life facing someone similar."

His mouth twists in a grimace. "Determined to wipe out all mortal-life, because we're sinners. And we're supposed to just lay down and die, according to the mad God who concocted this plan." There's an edge to his voice, keeping emotions in check, and breathing... trying to calm down.

Briefs Household

[waitingforhope]

As it so happened...Mai was not in at the moment.

Not because of any conscious or even subconscious attempt at avoidance. No, the simple truth of it was...she was putting in hours at the shop. More as of late, yes, but each time she returned to the residence she shared with the Breifs family, she brought with her a certain sense of accomplishment. Along with a certain secretive gaze each time she glanced Trunks' way...but whatever the reason for that was, she gave no hints.

That particular day was no different. Upon arriving at the front door, she paused long enough to remove her work boots in the main entranceway before reflexively pulling her hair from its high pontail. Her uniform was dry, with only a few sparse oil stains on her pants, but she was lightly fanning herself in response to the warmer temperatures between the garage and a return to blessed air conditioning.

(Genessia had already spoiled her with its temperature control.)

"Hello?" Calling out at a moderate volume, she contemplated whether or not to head for the kitchen or her room to pick up a chance of clothes and shower. "Is anyone home?"

Re: Briefs Household

[light_of_willpower]

"In here!" Trunks called at a similar volume, from what was her room--but where his stuff was kept. "Welcome back." Coming out into the hallway, with some books under one arm and a box of electronic parts and some tools in the other.

Always glad to see Mai, whether she was fresh from work at her messiest or cleaned up for their casual dates out. Oblivious thankfully to her secretive gazes, there was nothing but happiness in his. Maybe a hint of a blush, resisting the urge to give her a hug--for all their relationship was shifting, he still had his moments of shyness. Especially at home, when he had a mischievous mother, or sister, willing to tease him.

[waitingforhope]

She followed the sound of his voice, unsurprised to find him in the room. Their room, in a sense, although she was the only one who spent her nights there. She greeted him with a warm smile as he appeared in the doorway, unabashed by her less than pristine state.

(He'd seen her looking far worse for the wear, after all.)

"New project?" she asked, sparing a glance at the box.

[fashionably_strong]

Bulla's been trying to help Bakugou their not!brother with meditation, although she hasn't revealed her true purpose behind it to him just yet. Or to anyone, really. While it would be interesting if he could learn how to utilize ki, the greatest benefit she thinks all of this could have for him is helping him to develop emotional control. And in turn, she's been working on her own.

When Trunks shows up, she's already there waiting and seems pretty relaxed. This seems like something that being calm would help with. At least at first.

[light_of_willpower]

It was helping him, in some ways, having to learn to teach another. Trunks had been doing some of the bare basics with Rose, and more than the bare basics with Martha. Mostly the aspects that overlapped with meditation for now. Bulla was more advanced than that, and it helped.

For her though, it was a matter of learning to 'hide' her presence. His baby sister stood out, and not just because of her hair or personality. They weren't battling, so the Colosseum wasn't necessary, nor should they be doing anything that would be destructive. Hopefully.

"Bulla!" Called out, and with a smile, as he makes her way over to her.

[fashionably_strong]

"Hey big brother," she greets with a casual wave. "Once I start getting the hang of this, we should play a game of hide and go seek."

It might be a bit juvenile considering their ages, but Trunks never got the benefit of a normal childhood. She's all in favour of introducing him to the more fun applications of training. There's a reason flight was the one thing she really wanted to learn when she was small. It's useful and fun.

Nova City - Hologram room

[sleepingbagsensei]

[After arranging a meeting, Aizawa waited in the hologram room for the other party member. This was no more than a spar. He looked shaggy as always, hands tucked away in his pockets with a stern serious look.]

Three minutes late.

[He called out on the Saiyan.]

Re: Nova City - Hologram room

[light_of_willpower]

[That stern look is absolutely nothing compared to Trunks' father. Nor is the admonition.]

I'll just apologize, not make excuses.

[If Trunks hadn't sounded absolutely genuine with it, it would've come off as sarcasm. As it was he bowed slightly, and offered a smile.]

It's nice to finally meet you in person, Mr. Aizawa.

[ Action ] Martha/Ahsoka/Trunks

[storiesofmyown]

Since taking the job at the hospital, Martha had become impossibly busy. Carving out time for training with Trunks was one of the few things she did for herself--besides the time she spent with Jack. But even though she looked forward to it, some days it was incredibly difficult to get herself the park between shifts.

Today, however, she bounced on the balls of her feet as she waited for Ahsoka at the entrance to the park. She'd been looking forward to introducing Ahsoka and Trunks since she met the lovely alien Jedi.

Re: [ Action ] Martha/Ahsoka/Trunks

[2whitelights]

Ahsoka had been looking forward to meeting Martha's teacher. She'd been seeing in Martha so much that was new to her - not just a means of training with the Force, or something like it, but a way of being. A way of being what the Jedi should've been, and maybe were thousands of years ago: strong but humble, genuinely working to make actual people's lives better, not standing apart but living and working alongside everyone else.

She had no idea what to expect from Martha's teacher, but it promised to be an *interesting* session.

She made her way to the park, and saw Martha already there, the Force spilling out of her in enthusiasm.

Re: [ Action ] Martha/Ahsoka/Trunks

[light_of_willpower]

Martha had been making good progress, with the most important part being she was recovering from her own 6 months of hell. Becoming more healthy, even if incredibly busy. It meant her Ki-reserves were increasing again and more stable than when he'd first met her. With her being incredibly busy though, sometimes they just spent time in the park resting in meditation.

Which Trunks still found ironic in many ways, as meditation wasn't his strength and yet he was 'teaching' two others about it. At least in so far as it overlapped with ki-manipulation, which IS something he felt confident about. Not least of which because working with Bulla had helped him delve back into his own memories and lessons with Gohan AND his training with Shin.

So while Martha recovered and they meditated, they focused on getting her used to her senses. In-depth and aware of all 5 senses, and how "she" felt, so to speak, on a level beyond just bone and blood and muscle and tissue. Laying the foundation as she was starting to become aware of her own energy and how it flowed through her.

Waiting as he usually did, Trunks let himself stretch out his own ki sense. Taking note of native Genessians and pendent bearers, and letting the presence of so much life help calm him. Martha's ki-presence was easy to find, and brought a small smile. Albeit, he noticed the other strong presence moving towards her...

Not a threat, but definitely not one he'd felt as strongly before--a new arrival?

SoKaCa house, cooking lessons

[captain_by_the_book]

Since coming to Genessia, Cassian had learned that he enjoys sharing the regular life skills he has or has figured out for himself. Teaching others to cook, to take care of a household, to navigate the pitfalls of the job market. Just helping people adjust to this new life and through this, making himself useful in a way which doesn't involve death.

Cooking lessons with Trunks have quickly become one of his favorite tasks during the week. Talking to his friend, relaxing, catching up with another's life... It's nice to have something steady right now while his life is changing so much again.

He opens the door for him with a small smile, eyes widening at the sight of the many bags he is carrying. "Come in. I see you weren't kidding when you said you're planning to do some batch-cooking today." He reaches out, offering to take a bag from him.

Re: SoKaCa house, cooking lessons

[light_of_willpower]

Even being teased by K2S0, Trunks still enjoyed visiting with Cassian and the android. Friends, and kindred spirits at times. Pure socializing still felt odd, but coupled with a form of 'work' and it was familiar. Trunks was used to being busy, although cooking was definitely new.

"I've told you about Goku's appetite, and Bulla's? Or just...y'know, saiyan-appetites in general, right? I'm the anomaly in a way." Said with a smile, and Trunks politely waving off the assistance. "You'll help more by showing me where to put these. And thank you again."

Re: SoKaCa house, cooking lessons

[captain_by_the_book]

"Yes, I remember. You're the one who only has a human-sized enormous appetite." He's still sounding a little amused by that, mostly by the reminder of just how much Trunks's family could eat. He did see it during that resort weekend for himself, after all, or he might have believed it to be an exaggeration.

"And there's no need to thank me. I enjoy cooking and we spend time together anyway. Might as well do something else useful with it, besides walking Starky and the pokemon." Just sitting around had never been much for him and he figured that it wasn't much for Trunks, either. Even if they were both trying to figure out how normal lives worked.

"I've readied the kitchen for us, if you'd like to come right through." He rolled his eyes. "Banned Kay from it until we're done for one. You do not want to learn cooking from him. I think even your stomach would have trouble with that."

the park

[noblecaptain]

Steve liked to go running. It was an exercise that didn't need a gym or any equipment to do. He could do it anywhere and with little more than a good pair of sneakers. So, at least while being here, he would get up to go for runs. Mostly in the mornings, but not always. Today, he was running through the park.

He stopped when he saw Trunks off to the side. He almost didn't want to disturb him. Running up to the man, Steve gave a small wave. "Hey," he said. "I don't know if you remember me. We talked on the network. I'm Steve."

Re: the park

[light_of_willpower]

Today was a day of thinking, and enjoying the the surroundings. Off to the side under a tree, slouched if anything, with his eyes closed. Just grateful to sense the lives and absorb the signs of life from his other senses too. Fresh air, being out in the open with no fear... So different from what he'd had for the last year, and for much of his life.

The purposeful change of footsteps though had him opening his eyes, head tilting as the man gave a small wave. It brought an answering smile, and Trunks nodded--he wasn't opposed to being 'disturbed'.

"I do remember you, Mr. Steve. How are you settling in?" Reaching up and brushing at a bang, Trunks ducked his head slightly. "It's nice to meet you in person, rather than on a view screen."

Settled by where Trunks sat cross-legged, was a scabbard and broadsword, clearly designed to be worn over the shoulder. His clothes were good boots, and black combat-type pants, and he had a dark green sweater that almost looked military in style on. Getting to his feet, Steve clearly had the height advantage and Trunks was slender-framed; how he moved though, and the barest hint under his clothing said he was athletic.

Re: the park

[noblecaptain]

Steve noted the man and did wonder if he was military in nature. "I'm... Okay. I still need to find a job, but I think I'm starting to feel a little more relaxed?" He shrugged his shoulders, looking around them lightly. Could one really get relaxed in a situation like this? He wasn't entirely sure. Still, worrying over it constantly would do nothing for him and only exacerbate the problem.

If he wanted to solve it, he had to at least appear like he was settling in.

"Nice to meet you too. I'm not fond of screens." Steve was comfortable, in a t-shirt and shorts with his sneakers. He had not been trying to impress anyone when he went out that day. "This place, it takes some getting used to. I think I'm managing. So far, anyway."

Nova City

[4thdimensional]

Fortunately, Doc didn't tend to wander too far from his workplace. He was wrapping up a new proposal at the laboratory, reluctant to pull away from work but eager to try for something new. There was much to discuss with his new colleagues, and Trunks was an interesting one to start with.

"I apologize if I've kept you," he rushed out when he came into view, stuffing some loose papers into his satchel. "Work tends to get away from me, but I'm at last escaping it. Do we still have some time?"

Re: Nova City

[light_of_willpower]

Shaking his head in the negative, Trunks let a friendly smile come to his face. "You didn't keep me, and I'm from a family of workaholics. I know how it is." Sword slung over his shoulder, and Trunks had his own messenger-bag with him post work.

"Besides, think of this as you ensuring I take a break, and I'll do the same for you, alright?"