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[ His steps were measured, fine leather shoes wearing a groove into the earth beneath him as he paced back and forth next to the pod like device he had arrived in. Wrapped around Loke’s fingers was the gold chain from the necklace he found inside the box, the stones swinging steadily in a counter clockwise spin. This uneasy feeling, something like worry but thicker, has been rippling through his stomach since waking up and it only continued to intensify the longer he stayed put. Nothing felt right. He hadn't been summoned by Lucy, that was painfully obvious, but that was about the only thing he could piece together. There was a hot, bright white void in his mind and it seemed to have sucked in everything that occurred right before he woke up in this place. ]

Genessia. [ His voice was low, rasp from non-use and entirely rough around the edges. Like someone had poured gravel down his throat. Hazel eyes drifted over to the pamphlet discarded on the ground and they stared hard for a long moment, the currency tucked away in his back pocket, before a humorless chuckle escaped him like some kind of afterthought. ] Yeah, sure -- why not.

[ Loke finally moved away from his pod, pace listless, destination multiple choice but more than likely he'll head to the nearest city. There were many things to be done. First and foremost, he had to verify that Lucy wasn't in danger and perfectly fine. Second, he'd need to find a way back to the celestial spirit world. The latter didn't weight too heavily on him, he'd survive but Lucy was a major concern. Gripped tight in his other hand was the videophone and he squeezed it once or twice before finally deciding to turn it on. ]

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The scenery is nice.

[ The video feed should have come with a seizure warning because the device was still held in his hand, rocking back and forth at his side, colorful blurs filling the screen for a few seconds before Loke finally brought the device steady in front of his face. He fussed with his hair for a moment before offering a slight grin. ]

Dear wonderful inhabitants of Genessia, I seem to have found myself shipwrecked on your shores. This is a problem. An issue -- well, slight one, of sorts. I've already used most of my vacation time this year and waking up in a pod was in no way including in that. [ He looks away from the screen for a moment, head tilted to the side. ] My name is Loke. Leo. Loverboy, if the mood lighting warrants it. Neither here nor there, I suppose. If someone could find it in their heart to give me some kind of context to how or why I've found myself here, I'd appreciate it greatly.

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[ Lucy hadn't expected Loke to show up quite that way - she'd wonder if she would still be able to close his Gate if it came to it. After all, power of Genessia or not, if he stayed too long wasn't there still going to be a risk of him being here on the mortal plane? Well she'd come across that later - first thing, rather than notice any video posting, she was strolling in from the city to look around at the area, formerly damaged by the fight a few days ago. Good as new, and it still amazed -- wait, was that... ]

Loke?

Edited 2014-01-21 03:30 (UTC)

[ Smooth fingertips gripped the fabric of his tie, shifting and re-adjusting the knot over and over again partly due to something of a nervous habit. His videophone had been deposited into the pocket of his suit jacket a few minutes ago and, honestly, he couldn't remember if he had turned off the feed or not. Loke shook his head dissmively at the thought, about to turn a corner but the sound of that oh so familiar voice cutting through the white noise and hitting the air around him caused him to stop in his tracks. ]

Lucy?

[ It took him a few seconds to find her, hazel eyes searching around him but when they finally did, and his heart swelled just a bit at the sight of the tiny blonde. She was alright, everything was fine -- well, relatively. His legs ached to dash over towards the young girl but he made sure to remain collected. Slow, composed steps cut the distance between the two of them away until he was standing in front of her. Then nothing. The two of them stood there, staring at one another for the longest time. Every line, lash, and dimple was where it was supposed to be. Sluggishly a smile tugged at the corners of his mouth and he moved to warp his arms around her. ]

I'm glad you're alright. [ Pause. ] And not at all surprised you've let yourself be kidnapped away to a place like this. Honestly, Lucy.

[ She stared incredulously at her friend and spirit as he approached, though the intent way he stared at her was making her blush a little. Before she could say anything, he swept her into the hug, and after a second, she brought her arms up to return it. "Loke.. why.." Why was he here? Oh - well it wasn't that much of a shock she supposed. Virgo and Loke were the most likely to pop up somewhere. Still she was a little thrown all the same.]

Of course I'm all right... [ She huffs a little. ] I didn't ask to get spirited away to a place like this..! And.. I'm not the only one who ended up here either. There's Natsu, Erza and Gray as well.

... Zeref also.

[ You know what, if it helps, he's just as confused as to why he's here. Logistically there shouldn't be any force in the universe that's able to pull him from the celestial spirit world beyond that of a celestial wizard's power and yet here he is, arms around her (not really complaining about that bit). For now he isn't going to focus on it but it's definitely something that'll weight on his mind, somewhere near the back in the creeping darkness. Loke took a step back, balancing on the heel of his wingtip shoes. He gave her an almost condescending look, brows arched as high as possible. ]

Well -- obviously that's not surprising. Like at all. You four never do anything without one another, the codependency is staggering. Suppose it's a good thing in a situation like this. [ The last name, Zeref, actually caught him off guard for a moment but he doesn't let it show, flicking his tongue against the roof of his mouth before continuing on. ] How long has everyone been here and has there been any headway made in getting us out? Are you able to use your keys here?

[ She grinned sheepishly at the look, but mention of codependency made her chuckle. .. if anything she and Natsu were rarely, if ever, away from each other - especially lately. And after what happened to her future self, he'd been wanting to stay closer more often - which she didn't really mind. ]

We -are- teammates after all. [ Yeah, that's the reason. ] It's just really lucky that whatever brought us here, brought us here together. We've been here ..maybe a week or so, but there isn't any way to go back. But the pamphlet we get says that time stops back home while we're here. Ah, and I can use my keys here, yes.

Are you saying you've been here for a week and have all just decided to place your trust emphatically in this pamphlet? Of course there's a way back, it's up to us to find it. [ He shook his head again, inspecting the area around them just for the sake of doing so; a sort of physical buffer or segue for where he was going next. Just because they found themselves transported and trapped in some weird city doesn't mean that Loke isn't going to try and put the moves onto Lucy. He's just trying to keep status quo, yeah? His gaze shifted back to the tiny girl, reaching out to take one of her hands. ] I mean, not that we have to leave right this instant -- I just got here, after all, and wouldn't say no to a tour. The city skyline has a very compelling allure to it. Tell me, are the beds as soft as your hands?

Well, we've been in a situation like this before - and I don't mean Edolas. Except for Gray, Natsu, Erza and I were in another place with Zeref for a little over a year, and there was no way to return back home on our own. But thiings here seem like the way they were back there - time back home stops while we're here.

I guess that's why we're not that much in a rush to go back - besides, I spoke with one of the other girls who was brought to this place with friends of hers, and she said that even though there's a way to open a door back home, it's not 'real'.

I looked into it, and the price you'd have to pay to even do something like that - it's just too high. In the other place we were told if we won the war we'd all be able to get sent back home if we wanted. It might be the same way here, but thats not something we're going to be able to find out that quickly.

[ And she had Natsu with her here - and Erza, and now Loke! So knowing that time 'waited' back home, she wasn't in that much of a rush. Besides, there was a lot to explore here yet, and a chance of uncovering the way home would only happen through exploring. She smiled at mention of a tour. ]

I haven't looked around much myself - just here, and in Fayren, but Erza's been to Nova City and-

[ Eep. Once again Loke wastes no ctime, and Lucy was caught off guard for a second by him taking her hands. She blushed at the question, momentarily flustered as she pulled her hands back. ]

T-They're fine enough. [ .. though she'd never admit it, but she'd gotten used to Natsu sleeping in the bed near her. Not only was it warm, but she always felt safe when he was with her. Of course, now that Erza was in the room with them she had to get used to staying in the bed alone and Natsu had to sleep on the floor, poor guy. ]

Um... why don't we go to Fayren first? [ Erza or the others might be there and then they can all explore together. ] We've kind of picked that district as our unofficial place to stay.

[ He's heard this story from Natsu, not all of it but the basics -- only a bit before she had found him so he let's her tell it anyway, intent on listening to her voice. Likes the breathy quality that floats around the edges of her words when she's just pushed out a particularly long chain of them. Loke still doesn't quite believe there's absolutely no way back, and as a person that travels from two separate realms regularly, he'd probably never would. Give him some time and he'll figure this mess out.

When she mentions there being a price to pay, he was instantly intrigued. Choosing not to mention it just then, he made a mental note to revisit that topic after he settled himself into whatever this situation was; whatever it called for. ]

Fine enough doesn't sound that tender at all. [ He tightened his mouth to one side for a second, as if contemplating something. ] Tell you what, I'll do some judging of my own. If the bed isn't up to snuff, then I'll just have to get us a better one.

[ His word choice is direct and entirely on purpose because he generally doesn't find Lucy any more enchanting then when she blushes; when red paints her cheeks and the shells of her ears and it's hard for her to maintain eye contact. Slightly chilled hands find comfort in the depths of his pant pockets. ]

Lead the way, lovely.

[ SHe goes from 0 to blush in under .3984 seconds, actually recoiling. ]

"Us"?

[ She stammers for a second, shaking her head quickly and holding up her hands. Nooooo no. NO us. ]

That is REALLY not necessary! I like the room I have right now. The bed is comfortable! [ Just perfect for one person! Maybe two but she's not mentioning that part. ]

Besides, my room is really cramped since it's not just me, but Gray's got a room right next door. I bet he won't mind if you stay with him in the other bed.

[ And that's assuming he can't pass through the Gate. It's really a matter of if he can't, or choosing not to. Coughing slightly, she turned to head towards the gateway to Fayren. ]

So um.. do you have any other questions? [ She did - like if the whole timeline thing had any effect on the celestial world, if he remembered Exsilium- eheh. ]

'Not just you' huh? Care to elaborate? I'm sure whatever roommate you have will understand that if a celestial spirit is to stay ripped from the celestial spirit world, the least he could be offered is close proximity to his beautiful celestial wizard. I mean, we did make a pact afterall.

[ His grin, though faint and barely turning the corner of his lips, was present. Loke had no intention on forcing himself into Lucy's bed but consider his interest piqued because now he's honestly wondering who stays in her room. ]

No other questions, really. You know I'm more of a hands on type of guy. [ He nodded in agreement with himself, his words oddly sincere despite the slight leer, as they started towards where ever Lucy was intent on taking them. ] Things come together better with immersion, not inquiry.

[ Hazel eyes stick in front of them as they moved, tongue peeking out to heal chapped lips. The odd feeling swishing in his gut from when he first arrived is back, the tide increasingly rough the more they moved around this place. Nothing about this Genessia made him feel comfortable in his own skin and idly he wondered if it was just him. ]

And you -- questions? You've apparently been gone for a decade now, filled me in on you, but haven't bothered to ask me how I've been. [ His tone suggested faux indignation. ] Which hurts Lucy, I thought you cared.

Well, there's Erza ..and Natsu too. [ Cough. ] She frowns a little worriedly at the latter.

But I've been able to summon Taurus and the others and send them back, I .. unless it's this place, I might be able to try a Forced Gate Closure. [ If she can't, well, she can at least hope that it doesn't drain his energy while he's here. ]

A-anyway, yes, proximity! Next door is close enough isn't it? [ Ahhahaha..ah.. Loke why did you have to say that. Hands on type of guy indeed. And she pouts at the last comment. ]

Loke that's not fair, you know I care..! [ Hmph! PUffy cheeks and all. She grins. ] How Have you been..?

[Well there's one face part of him wasn't hoping for. Even though things at the party in Exsilium did work out in the end there were something he still couldn't help or explain. Luckily the festivities for the year were over so no more mistletoe crap or gifts.]

[Still he is a fellow guild member so Natsu answers him all the same.]

Not even a day in and you're already hitting on all the girls in a new place huh?

Hitting on them? I'd call it giving them the opportunity to have first shot at snatching me up.

[ His tone was light yet there's still under current of boredom, mostly for effect. Loke honestly likes Natsu -- the kid is entertaining as hell with a good heart, and he's saved Lucy time and time again. So he has that going for him. But Natsu also annoys the living hell out of him when it comes to said celestial wizard and the way the pink haired boy wants her all to himself yet can't fire up the right amount of cognitive thought to shape his want into words.

Loke has no problem vocalizing his desire for Lucy, and will continue to do so until one of two things happen: the blonde finally gives into his advances and allows him to sweep her off her feet, or she picks Natsu. Which very well could happen, he sees it in her eyes. And that'll be the end of it, he'll gracefully bow out. ]

Shocking to see your face -- were you dragged here or was this trouble you came looking for?

Oh really. Something tells me you haven't had all that many takers so far.

[Honestly the fact that he even bothers mentioning these things is plenty proof that he's slowly waking up to certain things. Not his fault that he's slow though. Getting raised by a dragon that abandons you for no reason before you even hit puberty can do that to you. He just needs the right guidance. Though at least his time in Exsilium taught him one thing in particular. Lucy makes him really happy. That and kissing is nice when with her.]

If I had the power to show up cause I wanted to I would've taken Lucy out of here and back to Earthland you know. Nah we showed up from another parallel world where we'd been stuck in for over a year. Showed up here on the very same day.

Here? Well, no, I've just gotten here and there's an adjustment period for that kind of thing. The ladies need time. Their eyes have to adjust to my brilliance kind of thing, you know? [ He paused for a second, offering Natsu what could be construed as a wolfish grin. ] But in general? I think we both know I don't have much of a problem with the ladies. Remember back home? Almost had `em all but one or two. And sometimes you gotta let things, or situations, or people age into ripeness -- sort of like a fine wine, before it's time to uncork it and partake.

[ Natsu could take that however he wanted, Loke has been known to wax poetic about nothing at all. The celestial spirit turned a corner, intent on making his way into the city at some point even though his pace lagged. His brow arches in the slightest as Natsu continued to talk, even more so when he mentioned Lucy's name. ]

So Lucy has found her way here too -- you two ever think about not being abducted again and again. I mean, you are wizards of the most powerful guild in Earthland. [ He rolled his eyes, at Natsu or himself is hard to say. ] Though I suppose I'm not one to talk, obviously I'm stuck in the same predicament.

[His response to that wolfish grin? A disinterested look to say the least.]

Guess we'll see.

[Because Loke does have the habbit of flaunting his conquests if his days at the guild were any indication. And then he goes into weirdo mode with his fancy analogy.]

Whatever you say.

[He's not going anywhere near the topic of ripe people and fine wine.]

Oh yeah because we always put out ads and wear signs that say "Please kidnap us so you can get destroyed afterwards." These places don't care about who why or when they take people from. Besides Erza and Gray are here too. And the guy who apparently is Zeref.

[Someone he's keeping his distance from because the guy has an unhealthy obsession with dying.]

It should still raise flags that this is, what, the third time you've been displaced from reality? And of course Erza and Gray are here, where two go -- two follow.

[ He shakes his head dissmively, not at all surprised that these four can't seem to be pulled apart. Empires have fallen more easily than getting one of them away from the others. The camera feed drops to the ground for a second, Loke needing to stretch the muscles in his arm, before returning steady to his face. Frankly Natsu wasn't the first person he wanted to talk to in a situation like this but he wasn't exactly unhelpful; the information given to him so far was useful enough.

He had learned Lucy was here after all. ]

Whether or not this place doesn't care who they take, you might honestly want to start looking into the possibility that you are some kind of perpetual metaphysical beacon for trans-reality kidnapping.

Oi. You're not pinning the blame of that whole mess with Edolas on me are you? That was all Anima and Mystogan's dad who were behind it. And in Exsilium, Lucy and Erza were already there when I showed up. Been there for a couple of months actually.

[The feeling was definitely mutual though Loke was a guild member after all so Natsu couldn't not fill him on on his side of thing.]

Say what's the last thing you remember before showing up here.

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