Ending the day early (Flea)

[Aatiyah]

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[style=font-family: arial; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; font-size: 26px; color: #B7CEEC; text-align: center; margin-top: -50px; margin-bottom: -27px;]have you heard of the big bad wolf?[/style]
[style=font-family: arial narrow; font-size: 20px; color: #B7CEEC; text-align: center; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: -50px;]that lives to steal and eats for pleasure[/style]

[atrb=width,450][atrb=border,3,true][atrb=rules,none,true][atrb=bordercolor,000000,true][atrb=cellSpacing,0,true][atrb=cellPadding,10,true][atrb=background,http://i53.tinypic.com/2ppa59f.jpg,true] [style=float:left;width:300px; height: 316px; padding:3px; text-align: justify; font-family: tahoma; font-size: 10px; background-color: #c0c0c0; overflow: auto; filter: alpha(opacity=25); -moz-opacity: .5; opacity:.5; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-top: 4px;] Alyssa nodded and edged further away. They were still not that close to the cot but close enough to make a run for it. She focused on taking fewer and shorter breathes. Her hands immediately went to her side where she kept her trusty dagger. The feel of the cool handle against the tips of her fingers relaxed her and she suddenly was able to relax a bit more than usual. She focused on the strangers breathing pattern then she decided what to do in the situation. A sudden sound of whispers caught her attentions. It was quick but she was certain she heard a few whispers. She couldn't make out what was being said but she had a feeling she knew who the strangers were. She waited again, her and Atlas still edging towards the cot. There were a few whispers again this time a bit more clearer. Alyssa was sure she knew who it was this time around. Alyssa let out a breathe of relief and then a puff of annoyance. She felt the tension in her body release a bit and she placed her hand on Atlas shoulder to let him know it was fine. "Melissa what are you doing out here? You should be home with the boys." Alyssa resisted the urge to roll her eyes and scorn her sister. Out step from behind the shadows a small girl no older than 10 with silver hair similar to Alyssa's and with similar eyes came into view. She said nothing but bowed her head and walked closer to her near duplicate. Looking at Melissa it was clear that she was either Alyssa's twin or Alyssa's child. She was neither of the two. Taking the girl into her arms, Alyssa inhaled the child scent of of raspberries and mint and rubbed her back. She didn't think her siblings would ever leave to go out by themselves to look for her. She realized that Atlas probably would want an introduction especially given how protective he was over Flea and his other brothers...and even her. "Atlas, I would you like to meet my younger sister Melissa. Melissa this is Atlas. Keep the introduction short for we have to really be running. Alyssa looked towards Atlas towards the end of her sentence. She was luck it was her sister and not someone else, she didn't want to have any trouble that night. [/style]

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[style=font-family: times; font-size: 10px; margin-top: -40px; text-transform: uppercase; text-align: center; letter-spacing: 5px; margin-bottom: -23px; color: #B7CEEC;]this is made by zingara of on the edge![/style][style=padding-bottom: 40px;] [/style][/center]

[Coy]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=width,375,true][atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, background-color:#64727d; border-radius: 0px 0px 0px 0px; border: 5px solid #97acbd; padding: 10px;] [style=width:360px; height:185px; background-color:#97acbd; border-top:5px solid #97acbd;][/style][style=line-height:3px; width:360px; border-bottom:10px solid #97acbd; height:6px; font-size:35px; font-family:georgia; text-align:center; color:#31383d; text-shadow:#64727d 2px 1px 1px; letter-spacing:-2px]so come undone,[/style][style=width:360px; border-top:1px dotted #31383d; border-bottom: 1px dotted #31383d; font-family:terminal; font-size:10px; color:#31383d; background-color:#8395a3; letter-spacing: 1]SURRENDER IS STRONGER[/style][style=width: 350px;background-color: 97acbd; color: 4c5256; font-face: arial; font-size: 10px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-right: 5px; padding-left: 5px; text-indent: 50px; text-align: justify;]Whispers echoed through the streets, Atlas' heart beat faster and faster. Ba-boom, ba-boom, ba-boom. His legs tensed and his body felt frozen. He was preparing himself to run, dagger in ready position. All of a sudden, a hand was placed on his shoulder- it was Alyssa's. She seemed to be relaxed; she knew the danger was over. A small girl stepped out from the shadows- appearing to be Flea's age. Atlas let out a huge sigh of relief. Once he realized that he wouldn't be forced to run for his life, Atlas' breath slowed and his shoulders relaxed. Whoo, he breathed out- clearly relieved. He slid his dagger back into his pants pocket and wiped his hand across his sweaty forehead. Blonde hair fell into his bright eyes once again, he let it hang there this time. Slowly, his face broke into a grin. "Ah, hello there, young lady. 'Pleased to meet you.” He made a sweeping,bowing gesture- in an attempt to get the small girl to smile. Melissa- that's what Alyssa called her. Wow, the two sisters were practically twins. One just an older version of the other. ”I'm Altas. I fear, however, that you and your sister must really be off- and I have my own family to be to as well.” He gave a quick and joking wink to Alyssa. ”Well, tonight's been quite interesting. I bid you a safe journey home!” Atlas gave the pair a wave goodbye. He would watch until they have disappeared before heading back to his own house.[/style] [style=line-height:3px; width:360px; border-bottom:10px solid #97acbd; height:6px; font-size:25px; font-family:georgia; text-align:center; color:#31383d; text-shadow:#64727d 2px 1px 1px; letter-spacing:-2px]i don't need to be the hero tonight[/style][style=width:360px; border-top:1px dotted #31383d; border-bottom: 1px dotted #31383d; font-family:terminal; font-size:10px; color:#31383d; background-color:#8395a3; letter-spacing: 1]TEMPLATE BY TSU BEAR OF OTE. MUSIC BY FFH.[/style][style=width: 335px;background-color: 97acbd; color: 5e6b75; font-family: tahoma; font-size: 10px; padding-left: 25px; text-align: left; padding-justify:40px;]WORD COUNT: 256 words NOTES:[/style]

[Aatiyah]

[style=padding-top:70px;] [/style]
[style=font-family: arial; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; font-size: 26px; color: #B7CEEC; text-align: center; margin-top: -50px; margin-bottom: -27px;]have you heard of the big bad wolf?[/style]
[style=font-family: arial narrow; font-size: 20px; color: #B7CEEC; text-align: center; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: -50px;]that lives to steal and eats for pleasure[/style]

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[style=font-family: times; font-size: 10px; margin-top: -40px; text-transform: uppercase; text-align: center; letter-spacing: 5px; margin-bottom: -23px; color: #B7CEEC;]this is made by zingara of on the edge![/style][style=padding-bottom: 40px;] [/style][/center]

[Coy]

[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=width,375,true][atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, background-color:#64727d; border-radius: 0px 0px 0px 0px; border: 5px solid #97acbd; padding: 10px;] [style=width:360px; height:185px; background-color:#97acbd; border-top:5px solid #97acbd;][/style][style=line-height:3px; width:360px; border-bottom:10px solid #97acbd; height:6px; font-size:35px; font-family:georgia; text-align:center; color:#31383d; text-shadow:#64727d 2px 1px 1px; letter-spacing:-2px]so come undone,[/style][style=width:360px; border-top:1px dotted #31383d; border-bottom: 1px dotted #31383d; font-family:terminal; font-size:10px; color:#31383d; background-color:#8395a3; letter-spacing: 1]SURRENDER IS STRONGER[/style][style=width: 350px;background-color: 97acbd; color: 4c5256; font-face: arial; font-size: 10px; padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px; padding-right: 5px; padding-left: 5px; text-indent: 50px; text-align: justify;]With a quick nod Atlas gave a final farewell to the pair. As they began to run back to their home, Atlas had the urge to call out for them to come back. It had been a while since he had spoken with another person around his age. And although his conversation with Alyssa hadn't been long, it had been nice. Really nice. With a small smile he cupped his hands over his mouth and called out to the disappearing girls, "I'll be there!" Once the two were out of sight, Atlas rocked back and fourth on his feet for a few seconds- taking in Alyssa's words. What did she want to talk about that regarded the boys? But now wasn't the time to think, so he shrugged off his worries and wonders and started to walk home- soon the boys would begin to worry. The night was chilly and dark; with arms wrapped around his body for warmth Atlas guided himself back using the only sources of light- the stars and small lanterns set out in the windows of homes. Luckily, his feet seemed to know the way and the journey was a dull and eventful one. There to greet the returning Atlas was Switch. Standing just outside the house, a smirking grin on his face. ”'Aye, you're back. Finally. Took ya' long enough. How was that romantic walk 'a yours?” His playful punch was returned with a narrowed expression from Atlas. Ignoring the last remark, Atlas replied, ”Sorry, we were held up. Where are Crow and Flea?” ”Sent 'em to bed,” Switch said with a wave of his hand. ”But we have more important things to discuss. What held you two up on your walk?” Atlas drew back a bit. ”We thought there was a mugger. What did you think we were doing?” Switch laughed in a boyish manner and replied with, ”Oh, I dunno..”, followed by a mocking kissing face. Atlas pushed him from the door frame and stomped inside, ”We were doing nothing of the sort! Mind your own business!” Switch cackled. ”Aw, c'mon! There was definitely something between you two! Ah, where ya' goin'?” ”Bed.”[/style] [style=line-height:3px; width:360px; border-bottom:10px solid #97acbd; height:6px; font-size:25px; font-family:georgia; text-align:center; color:#31383d; text-shadow:#64727d 2px 1px 1px; letter-spacing:-2px]i don't need to be the hero tonight[/style][style=width:360px; border-top:1px dotted #31383d; border-bottom: 1px dotted #31383d; font-family:terminal; font-size:10px; color:#31383d; background-color:#8395a3; letter-spacing: 1]TEMPLATE BY TSU BEAR OF OTE. MUSIC BY FFH.[/style][style=width: 335px;background-color: 97acbd; color: 5e6b75; font-family: tahoma; font-size: 10px; padding-left: 25px; text-align: left; padding-justify:40px;]WORD COUNT: 360 words NOTES: Would you be interested in creating a new thread with Atlas and Alyssa continuing this plot? It seems like this thread is probably done with.[/style]