09: Rejuvination (Open Action, Locked Video)

[enchantressofore]

Action: Nova City - Various Locations

Thank you very much. I will be back again!

[ Adela seems rather cheerful after leaving a hardware store in Nova City, a couple of bags in the back of her chair holding several custom-ordered parts, tools, and other various equipment she needs. She'll need to order metal slabs to actually buffer and mould into the main parts she needs, but still. It feels like things are finally coming together.

At the end of the month, with the help of the doctors in Nova City, she'll be able to perform the surgery-- ]

Oh!

[ She has to yank back on the wheels of her chair in order to force herself to stop before she can run into the person in front of her. After a beat she relaxes, sitting up properly and seeming a little sheepish. ]

Sorry about that. Are you all right?

Action: Genessia – Library

[ As good of a mood as she's in, Adela probably is still devoting far too much of her time to studying. She'd argue that it's necessary for her to put so much time into it, but in all honesty she probably needs a break as well. Case in point, how she is at the library.

Sure, getting out of the apartment to do her reading every so often is important simply so that she doesn't go crazy from being in one place most of the time. Bringing her text books to the library is another necessary step, and because of the lack of barcoding it's clear that they're hers instead of the Library's. However, what she probably shouldn't be doing is taking a nap on top of one of the open text books.

Unfortunately, that is exactly what she's doing.

So now there's a red-headed girl in a wheelchair sleeping on her books. Care to help correct that? ]

Private Video to Angelo, Yang Xiaolong, Ace D. Portgas, Marco, Smoker, Levy McGarden, Fai D. Flowright, Ryou Bakura, Yugi Mutou, and Atem

[ When the video feed turns on, the previously clean bedroom of Adela's now looks like an automail bomb went off in it. There are parts and tools set everywhere, though it seems like it's done with purpose instead of simply being a mess. She doesn't exactly have a real workshop, after all. She... Might also have to apologize to Angelo for it later, though at least it seems like she has the sense to make sure towels are laid out on the floor to catch any oil and grease stains so that none of it touches the carpets.

Adela herself is a mess too, wearing a full body suit that has already gotten quite a few stains on it and having some black smudges across her face and hands – probably from not being careful enough. She stretches her arms above her head a bit before turning fully to the camera, wearing a bright smile that she honestly thought she wouldn't be able to feel like showing so soon. She figures at least these people should know what she plans on doing, though.

Hopefully, she can successfully hide the nervousness and apprehension she's feeling for the future while sharing this. ]

I have some good news for all of you. I am almost done working on the port, and I will be performing the attachment surgery at the end of the month. With some luck, I should be able to begin re-learning to walk with my automail leg soon.

Private Video to Angelo

Regarding that surgery... I was hoping to ask for your help with the healing process. It will still take time for me to get used to my new leg, but if you could help me heal from the surgery itself it may help to reduce that time significantly.

Comments

[ video | private ]

[playboyknight]

You know I'd be glad to help, but are you certain about doing this surgery on your own? Couldn't you ask for someone to help?

[ video | private ]

[enchantressofore]

I have already spoken with the surgeons at Nova City's hospital who are experienced in amputation. They will be assisting me... Though, are are not too happy about my having to remain awake and fully conscious through it.

[ Aaaaand that smile is significantly weaker now. There really is no getting around that though... ]

Were it up to them, I would be unconscious and someone else would be doing it. But there is no one else here who can, so it must be me.

[ video | private ]

[playboyknight]

[That catches him by surprise. Adela what.]

You're remaining awake? Adela, that sounds dangerous and painful. I should be there on stand by if things get too hard on you.

Action: Nova City;

[innocent_royal]

[Anastasia was staying close to a particular apartment complex, getting some fresh air. She was dressed more fancasually than she did the past few days, but she did keep a parasol to keep the ever-harmful sunlight off over her.

This 13 year old became lost in thought and didn't realize someone was heading her way. When she finally did, she did a startled hop away, getting ready to begin a magic incantation when she saw there was no danger, calming down before she went too far.

Now she was feeling kind of sheepish, trying to use her own parasol to hide, which was not working. Neither were her subtle attempts not to stare at the wheelchair.]

"...You startled me. I'm all right, though."

Action: Nova City;

[enchantressofore]

[ ... A child? Adela blinks at the girl before her before sighing a bit, one hand rising to scratch her cheek as she nods to her. ]

That is good. Sorry about that though, I had not meant to startle you. I should have been paying more attention.

[ The staring doesn't go unnoticed though, and Adela tries to catch Anastasia's eye once she catches her in the act. ]

It is all right... It is strange to me too. I am still getting used to it.

Re: Action: Nova City;

[innocent_royal]

[Anastasia was about to ask why she was in a wheelchair, but then she noticed exactly why. Her heart sank as dread fell over her face. She didn't want to ask anymore. She shifted her parasol in her hands, trying to keep the sunlight off of herself while she thinks of something else.]

"Um... My name is Anastasia. If I'm not keeping you from anything important, may I ask yours?"

[Such a polite little lady.]

[Library] Because Marco does what he wants

[fierybluebird]

[Gently moves the book from under her so that it doesn't cause any creases.]

Sparky can say what he wants, but you two are damned similar, yoi.

[Library] Sure thing Marco XD

[enchantressofore]

[ The slight movement does prompt a response from her, and her eyes flutter open before she slowly sits up. What in the...

... ]

Marco?

[ ... ... ...

When she finally realizes it she groans, burying her face in her hands because seriously, it's bad enough when she does it at home let alone in the library! ]

How long was I asleep?

[Library] ;)

[fierybluebird]

Beats me kiddo. [Ruffles her hair!!!] Do you always fall asleep on books, or is it just particularly relaxing or boring ones?

[He's still whispering more or less, it is a library after all.]

[Video / Private]

[justicereigns]

Good job, kiddo. [Thumbs up.]

Need any help until then?

[Video / Private]

[enchantressofore]

Honestly, I am not sure. I have gotten all the parts I have needed to, I just need to finish the part before the end of the month and start on the leg itself. It should not take too long to build... Getting used to it will be the difficult part.

[ Well, and the surgery itself, but details. ]

[Video / Private]

[justicereigns]

Usually is.

Tashigi's always had rather unsteady legs too. Best thing you can do is practice.

Without working yourself to death I mean.

action; Nova City

[orlokbutterfly]

[Gale was out walking with his german shepherd at his side, looking at his device and calculating numbers relating to his night club. He was pretty absorbed in it, barely paying any attention to his surroundings. He glanced up with a start when he barely noticed Adela and hopped backwards, looking at her and holding up a hand, shaking his head.]

No, it's fine, kid. I got too distracted by numbers to pay attention. You alright?

[Gale taking the blame for once? Let this be one for the history books.]

action; Nova City

[enchantressofore]

I am fine, no harm done. We both stopped before that could happen.

[ She nods, though she does check over her shoulder quickly to see if any of her cargo has spilt out. Lucky, it doesn't seem like that's the case. ]

I suppose I still need to get used to this though, or at least learn how to stop more quickly.

action; Nova City

[orlokbutterfly]

[It takes him a moment, but he soon comes to realize that he recognized her from that hellish broadcast a few weeks ago. He doesn't show it and doesn't care to acknowledge it, maintaining his usual casual demeanor.]

Usually I'm a little more alert than this, so shame on me. Wheelchairs should have the right of way, so if anyone gets in your way, I say run 'em down.

[He grins a little with that comment of his before folding his arms.]

You need a hand there with anything? You look like you're weighed down a little there.

Private Video

[skilledwithwords]

That's great. I hope you aren't taking it to hard.

[Levy's smile is dim though it's more prevalent than before.]

How does automail work?

Private Video

[enchantressofore]

Well, once the port is installed, the port connects all of the nerves to the automail limb. The body from there powers the leg with nerve impulses, and it allows the leg to act like it was my real one! It really is quite wondrous, would you not agree?

[ringed_fate]

That's amazing news, Adela. [He doesn't have to act glad, he is. It's so good to see her looking happier.] Let me know if there is anything I can do...although I'm not too good with metal. Probably best to leave it to you.

[enchantressofore]

I shall let you know if there is - even if it is just visiting during my recovery.

[ It is a surgery, after all. It still feels wonderful because she doesn't have to force herself to smile while she's talking about this. ]

It does feel good to have made so much progress... Whatever tests I put the port through seem to show that it will work perfectly once it is attached.

[action]

[orangeoutlaw]

[plasters himself to her window]

WOAH!

[it looks even more awesome in person]

You're really going to use all that stuff?

[presses his face against the glass and peers inside. Hope you're decent]

[action]

[enchantressofore]

[ She's still in the work suit at least.

And startled when Ace is suddenly up against the window.

She has to hobble over, holding her weight above the desk and using one hand to open the window, this is the second floor Ace what are you thinking -- ]

Inside! What are you even doing out there, the building has a door...

private video;

[sizedoesntmatter]

I guess I should say congrats for finding a way to be able to walk again.

[He was happy for her at least, he hoped she wasn't over working.]

Though I hope you haven't been over working yourself.

private video;

[enchantressofore]

Well, it is very hard work, though I cannot say it is by any means wasted effort considering what it will mean for me.

[ ... Adela that isn't a no. ]

private video;

[truesmiles]

Will you be wanting some sweet treats after you managed to reattach it. Or even something nice and warm?

private video;

[enchantressofore]

I am not over-fond of sweets, though something warm and soothing would be nice.

[ Yeah there's no hiding that the experience is going to be... Unpleasant. She probably won't elaborate though. ]