VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-17 04:09:20 +0000 UTC]

*spider's head lifts up from where she was half asleep against a rock, eyes wide as she scrambles for the receiver* Yes, yes, I'm here. Vine Spider. Who's out there?

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-17 10:30:36 +0000 UTC]

Oh my god, I missed you! It's me, poison kiss! I just got back from the great lakes with the kiddos *she sounded so excited* Where can I meet you?

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 00:30:12 +0000 UTC]

*she paused for a moment, not believing what she was hearing* I can't believe you're still alive. Of course, of course, ummm... *she takes a look around to get her bearings* I'm pretty close to Tommy Chow Mein's old place, we can meet there. Howe is everyone?

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 00:37:45 +0000 UTC]

Everyone is good. You and Gerard are the only two people I've found so far *you could hear her grinning* we'll be over soon, and I have some moonshine from the great lakes we can share.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 00:47:53 +0000 UTC]

P... Poison's here? *she smiled and laughed with happiness* I haven't heard from anyone in forever! Holy shit... yeah, I'll be there soon!

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 00:49:39 +0000 UTC]

*timeskip*
*a car that looked worn and battered to hell pulled up, and a short figure with short hair cautiously got out, gun in hand* Spider? Where are you?

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 04:37:11 +0000 UTC]

*at the sound of the car pulling in, she perked up from where she was sitting behind the counter in the store, immediately grabbing her gun and heading outside when she heard her name being called. when she sees you, her face bursts into a smile* Sam! *she holsters her gun and runs up to you, pulling you into a hug*

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 07:31:59 +0000 UTC]

*Sam held her tight, rocking her a bit as David hopped out with the twins* how are you?

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 07:50:12 +0000 UTC]

I'm great! *she held her out and smiled at her* I can't believe it's really you. I honestly thought everyone was gone. *she turned, beaming, to where the kids jumped out of the car* It's so great to see you guys!

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 07:53:59 +0000 UTC]

*sadly* so did I. But you know we are strong
*David nodded and the twins looked at you with giggles coming out. Sam took Anna and looked at you* let's get inside. I don't want to have to go under the knife just yet. I keep getting suspicious freckles

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 08:12:24 +0000 UTC]

*she grinned at the joke and nodded* Alright. We just have to be careful. The waves are usually secure, but sometimes dracs intercept them. *she did a quick scan of the surroundings before leading them inside* Keep your guns at the ready, just to be safe.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 08:14:38 +0000 UTC]

Wouldn't have them any other way *David muttered. When you mentioned the gun, Anna took a little play one from her holster and pretended to shoot you*

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 08:18:30 +0000 UTC]

*spider smiled down at Anna and giggled, pretending to get hit by her shot. she turned back to sam with a smile* It really is so good to see you guys. I haven't seen a familiar face since before Better Living's clean sweep attack. What happened to you?

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 08:22:16 +0000 UTC]

Not much. Once everyone was escaping, I had to leave. I couldn't have my babies grow up without their mother. *Anna giggled as I set her down to wander around, and David did the same for Arthur.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 08:30:50 +0000 UTC]

*she smiled fondly at the kids* How old are they now? I've sort of lost track of time.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 08:34:05 +0000 UTC]

Almost three, Anna's the explorer... Arther takes after his namesake-
Yeah *David chimed in* little guy never shuts up.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 08:41:37 +0000 UTC]

*she grinned, turning to david* What about you? You must be a teenager by now, right?

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 08:42:55 +0000 UTC]

*he nodded and scratched the fuzz on his chin* fourteen two months ago

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 08:48:27 +0000 UTC]

Damn. *she turned back to Sam, the smile seeming to only grow with every moment* It's been that long, huh? It's crazy...

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 08:52:34 +0000 UTC]

*Sam hugged her tight* I'm just glad you're okay.
*David nodded* we can build our lives now.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 09:10:21 +0000 UTC]

*she hugged back, sighing a little* Well, that's the hope. Unfortunately, Better Living's getting meaner, as if that was possible. Seems like there's more of them every day. Have you guys seen any action since you've been back?

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 09:12:28 +0000 UTC]

*sam shook her head.* blessedly, no. I don't want to scare the babies.
*David nodded* it's harsh out here, but we try to shield them.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 18:58:54 +0000 UTC]

*she gave a nod* Good. That's good. *she was silent for a moment, but then focused her attention back to sam* So, you were at the lakes, right?

(Did you read the comics? Cause I was thinking it'd be interesting to add some of the aspects of the comics in)

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 19:06:54 +0000 UTC]

(I haven't, but I want to. Note me the details and maybe we can)

*she nodded*we were. It isn't too destroyed there.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 19:57:34 +0000 UTC]

That must be nice. Most of the radiation had worn off? Around here it's gotten pretty mild, minus some areas with large deposits of fallout.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 19:59:47 +0000 UTC]

It wasn't as bad as it was getting here, before everyone fled. But since we were close to the water it did mess with my skin. *Sam shrugged* but we survived and the kids are growing strong and normal

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-18 20:26:35 +0000 UTC]

Oh... *her face fell a little* I'm sorry. It's good that the kids are ok, though.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-18 20:29:53 +0000 UTC]

*sam hugged spider tight* don't fret. It's okay, everyone is fine. *she stroked your hair gently* I missed you.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-19 17:30:12 +0000 UTC]

*she hugged back, almost tearing up* I missed you too... *when she pulled away she shook her head as if trying to snap out of it* But enough sappy crap. *she forced a laugh* Are you hungry?

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-19 17:33:22 +0000 UTC]

No, but I'm sure David is *she smiled warmly and rubbed your shoulder* it's good to be home.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-19 17:38:30 +0000 UTC]

*she smiled back* It's good to have you home. *she then turned to where an old bar with rickety stools stood near the back of the structure* Well, let's sit and eat, shall we? I've got some instant noodles and canned vegetables.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-19 17:41:30 +0000 UTC]

Noodles sounds great. And I'll cut some up for the babies *I smiled and helped you prepare them as David played with the kids*

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-19 17:45:05 +0000 UTC]

*she smiled as she watched the kids play* It's good to see theme doing so well. They seem so happy... *she pulled a can opener out from behind the counter and opened a can of corn, sighing a little to herself*

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-19 17:47:44 +0000 UTC]

*Sam touched her arm, gently speaking* are you doing okay? You can talk to me about anything

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-19 18:18:53 +0000 UTC]

*she set down the can, resting her hands on the surface and turning to her* It's just... it's getting so bad out here, Sam. Better Living is shooting to kill, and they're patrolling more and more every day. Most of the people out here, they're not like how we used to be, you know? They're selfish and apathetic, and it's just... *she lowered her eyes to the counter* It's just hard. *she turned back to you and smiled* But seeing you, and seeing your kids alive and well and happy... I'm just happy for you.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-19 18:21:54 +0000 UTC]

*Sam hugged her close,rubbing her back.* I know, baby, but I'm here for you and I'll take care of you. We can find others like us, I know it.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-19 18:27:58 +0000 UTC]

*she smiled and hugged her back* I hope so. With Poison back, maybe we can organize again. *when she pulled away, she squeezed Sam's arms* Thank you.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-19 18:30:24 +0000 UTC]

*dam smiled brilliantly* anytime. *she kept preparing the food for the kids*

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-19 18:50:31 +0000 UTC]

*she gave her one more smile and did the same* So, when did you see Party?

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-19 18:53:22 +0000 UTC]

A couple days ago. He hasn't seen anyone else either. That worries me a lot. *Sam took a moment and rubbed her eyes* so many were lost before... But we can't give up hope. I'm sure everyone is just hunkered down.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-19 20:17:50 +0000 UTC]

*she nods* I'm sure people just scattered. They might not come back, but it doesn't mean they're not safe.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-19 20:19:43 +0000 UTC]

*Sam offered you a drink of moonshine from the flask at her belt* we're killjoys. We'll make it. *grabbing the plates, she got the kids ready to eat, using little bandanas for bibs.

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-20 06:40:54 +0000 UTC]

*she took the flask from her with a grin* Damn right we are. *she took a swig, making a face as she swallowed and giggling at the bandanas* Bon appetit.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-20 10:34:57 +0000 UTC]

*Sam and David started feeding the babies and smiled at their baby talk.*

(We've been sappy enough,should we have bad shit happen ?)

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-20 17:01:21 +0000 UTC]

(I am always down for bad shit to happen my guy. Should we let them finish their food first? Lmao)
*she scarfed down her portion and took a moment to watch the twins with a giggle* I should take a quick patrol over by the road to be safe. *she stood up and put a hand on your shoulder* I'll be right back.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-20 18:47:02 +0000 UTC]

*Sam nodded* be very careful, please...

(I don't know. But maybe the dracs show up at the building? I want Sam in a firefight again)

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-20 19:00:56 +0000 UTC]

(Sounds good)
I will, don't worry. *she heads out the door with her gun drawn*
*a few minutes later, she comes back, her face serious, closing the door quietly* *the sound of an engine is getting slowly louder* David, take the kids to the pantry.

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Leanneisme In reply to VineSpider [2017-03-20 19:02:26 +0000 UTC]

*David didn't question it, scooping the kids up and whispering they were gonna play the quiet game now, as Sam grabbed her blaster and set it to stun*

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VineSpider In reply to Leanneisme [2017-03-21 01:27:43 +0000 UTC]

*she darted over to sam and went behind the counter* Patrol car, two motorcycles. At least 5 in the car. They didn't see me, they might be just patrolling, or they intercepted our transmission. Either way, we can hopefully catch them by surprise. Find a good hiding spot with a vantage point and get ready.

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