Bio Hazard

[Siren]

Clara: "We don't have to talk about it…. I don't need the answers…. I need my SISTER."

The desperation in Clara's voice made Claudia's eyes water. I need my sister was all that rang in her head....if she only knew how much Claudia needed HER. But after so many years of protecting Clara and shielding her from what could hurt her, it was difficult for Claudia to give those reigns over to Clara. To be the one that she needed to help.

Clara: "That was a long time ago, Claudia. You're NO ONE'S victim now."

Claudia stared blankly in front of her, taking in Clara's words. It was true. She built her life back up even when everything was stacked against her. She worked PASSED this situation years ago, and one night of Barbas' terror wasn't going to revert her back into that scared little girl again. Slowly nodding her head, Clara was right.

"You're right.....i'm Claudia mother fuckin' Zacchara."

A little humor to try and lighten the mood. Letting out a small laugh, she looked over at Clara with tears in her eyes. It was the first time in three weeks that she finally felt 'secure' enough to open up in front of Clara.

"When I was a kid....it's like I was a shell. I didn't FEEL anything...[placing her hand on Clara's cheek] Not unless I was around you. You were the one person throughout my life who has loved me unconditionally. You don't look at me like i'm a whore....or a mistake. [pausing to collect herself] You've helped me more than you know. And i'll ALWAYS love you....don't ever forget that okay?"

Leaning forward, Claudia embraced Clara. Closing her eyes, tears finally managed to escape despite her trying to hold them back; the warm liquid falling to her cheeks. Gently stroking her sister's long hair, this was definitely a huge step for the sisters.

 

[MorningStar]

The buzzer on the front door sounded, and Delilah blinked. She rubbed her eyes as she went into reception. She paid the delivery man, then carried the bags of Chinese into the conference room and began setting up. It was a large room, but the table was on one side (and now held containers of Chinese) and she had moved the chairs into a circle on the other.

She wasn’t sure exactly how many would show up tonight. She had talked to a lot of kids, but trust was a hard thing for most of them. Finally, a goth-looking girl of about 15 or 16 entered nervously, followed by a nerdy looking boy. Four more kids trickled in before they began.

The kids ate in silence, most casting furtive glances around. The one thing they all had in common was that they were all staring at her. She took a deep breath.

 

[Rampage]

"Nic, that was... alot to take in for me. But thank you. For now.. backing off, but you gotta understand my position here. Valiant as YOU may be, I can't have Zach here. One way or another that will be dealt with and I expect you to let me handle that on my own..."

How you handled things has always been your choice. I leave you to it with no interference from me. Let's proceed FORWARD.

Nicolas turned to Sharon and nodded.

Tonight should be much more pleasant for us. The car is waiting.

As Cameron decided to follow behind the pair, Nicolas assembled a quick 'cover' made of dancing tiles from the MP poolside. This was still one of his adoptive Mothers, and even MIKE didn't just blatantly ogle Karen in his presence. He really did not care, she was HOT and a grown woman, but it was fun to make the telepath WORK a bit.

You will have to try again when I am not looking right AT you, friend. She's hot, but she's still my MOM, man.

Nicolas' laughter echoed in Cameron's head as he seated Sharon in the car rear seat middle. He entered after her, leaving Cameron to get in the other side as the driver waited.

 

[Silver Swan]

out on the town

[ Sharon couldnt read minds, but the sounds that a body makes, even on a deep internal level, those were things that ONLY she could hear. they could often tell the secrets of what a person might be feeling at any given moment. ]

[ as Cameron appeared and asked her how he looked, after he OBVIOUSLY looked over her with roving eyes, Sharon took MORE than a moment before responding.]

you look like you WONT get beat down in a fight this time.

[ chuckling as she took in the sight of this youthfull man. did he REALLY think he was somehow IMPRESSING HER? If he wanted to go out with her, fine. but if he tried to play her...she'd leave him a broken, bloody heap on the ground somewhere.]

[ Nicolas emerged, looking dapper and took Cameron to the side to talk with him....telepathically. Sharon took a moment to cast her eye back over apartment 6. Once again zeroing in on the voices inside the apartment. Haleigh was surprisingly reserved in her responses. It was obvious her feelings about Cameron ran deep. Did SHE think she was the only one entitled to have interactions with the men on this team? It was ridiculous to Sharon that this woman had been with not one...but THREE men on this team and yet felt like she could somehow how hold Sharon responsible for an "affair" that happened before she was exclusive with Zach. Sharon and Zach had parted ways on friendly terms but that was BEFORE she died and was transformed into the Silver Swan. In her mind , her time with Zach was mutually b eneficial. He was her page, and he satisfied her in bed while she helped him with his financial needs and networking connections. There was no problem then, there shouldnt be NOW but Haleigh had tried to force Sharon to feel a way that she was not going to and THAT was the problem. If ZACH wanted to pander to Haleigh's selfish, short sighted view of the situation FINE but SHARON was not about to give in to that CRAP considering this was the SAME woman who DESTROYED Morgan's emotional well being and then felt like she was ENTITLED to Nicolas even AFTER Set's "manipulation." Sharon may have been borderline psychotic (as Haleigh had once observed ) Haleigh was a model MARTYR AND HYPOCRATE! ]

[ again the urge to go storming up there and beat down the door crept up...but just then, Nicolas approached and nodded, saying theyd have a good evening. they walked, Cameron OBVIOUSLY staying behind Sharon trying to get a look...]

If you want a peep show, I'm sure we can find a place on Sunset Blvd. for you.

[Nicolas was being mildly protective of his "mother" , which Sharon didnt mind, as she wasnt at all convinced his interest in her was genuine BUT if he was willing to show her a good time, who was she to turn down that opportunity? Despite being a super powered mutate, she was STILL at her core a WOMAN and her change into the Silver Swan did nothing to take away from her looks or other things that were enjoyable. AND as they all knew, Sharon was a grown, smart woman. ]

[ they arrived to their destination and Cameron helps Sharon out of the car. ]

I'm rather looking forward to sampling some of their alcoholic beverages. I dont need to eat as much now due to my current physiology, still...ANYTHING was better than being back at the building listening to Ava trying out every sexual position invented since ancient greece.

[ looking at Cameron]

and yet...it seems like you're more than intersted to know about THAT. maybe you're just as bad as SHE is. after all, you just came out of captivity.

[ she said as she eyed him suspiciously. ]

and dont think that for a moment that your "charms" will move me, my dear. I'm entertaining you because it suits ME.

[ after their reservation at the trendy place as confirmed, they were seated.]

 

[Prophet]

dinner date... for three!

You will have to try again when I am not looking right AT you, friend. She's hot, but she's still my MOM, man.

:: Cameron chuckled to himself as he saw the tiles dance, blocking his view from Sharon. Rolling his eyes a little bit he whispered back to Nicolas before entering the car and heading to the restaraunt. ::

Understood, but I will just prepare you for the fact that I will be staring at her ALL through dinner.

:: They made their way to their dining destination as Cameron helped Sharon out of the car as Sharon made some small talk, noting how Ava had been "getting her groove back" all afternoon. ::

"Well, judging from the last time I saw Ava, it couldn't have done anything but a world of good."

:: They headed inside ::

and yet...it seems like you're more interested to know about THAT. maybe you're just as bad as SHE is. after all, you just came out of captivity.

:: Cameron laughed out loud. ::

"Putting words in my mouth, Sharon. How FORWARD of you.."

:: Cameron pulled out a chair for Sharon next to him as they were seated as Sharon made another almost snide remark. ::

"Well don't let me put yourself out or anything Sharon. I can take my "charms" and good looks elsewhere, but let's put a few drinks in you and see how you feel later on in the night..."

:: He smirked at Sharon once more. She was feisty. He did admit that her unattainability was attractive but part of Cameron wondered what had happened to the natural warmth (of course never directed at him) she possessed when she was the Senator of New York. She had passion and fire and it seemed purpose. Cameron was perplexed on whether the Sharon Kelly he wanted would be the Sharon he would get. Her shrewdness and inability to express any other emotion besides disdain was unappealing at the moment. He knew she was multi faceted but he had yet to see that from her. He didn't like being treated like such a toy. ::

:: And even through all of this, his thoughts drifted to Haleigh. He wondered if he COULD ever get her back, after everything, and his love for her was deeper than anything he ever knew, but one person stood in between all of that, and he always had. ZACH. Cameron wanted him out of the picture and it scared him to think of the lengths in which he would go to make that possible. He couldn't kill him, it would hurt Haleigh too much, but he COULD beat him within an inch of his life and to be honest, Cameron was just WAITING for him to TAKE that road. ::

 

[Black Widow]

James: "There you go."

"Thanks."

Haleigh said, taking a long sip of it. potent. She thought with a smile. perhaps I won't need very many of these to return to my good mood after all. Between this and Zach, I'm feeling better already.

James: I'm sure Ava will be out in a second. In the mean time, I took the liberty of ordering from Mr. Chow's. Av told me you two enjoyed Chinese.

Holding her smile, she nodded to confirm it. It had been a long time since she'd had any Chinese food, and it sounded appetizing right now. Ava returned, now fully dressed.

James: Speak of the devil….

James said, reminding Haleigh of when she'd said the same phrase playfully about Nicolas earlier, just moments before walking into the courtyard. The event replayed in her mind without her consent. None of Sharon's barbs stuck like they were meant to. Haleigh couldn't care LESS about what Sharon thought. It was Cameron who had wounded her. It was clear that he didn't understand… and also that he'd never let her explain. It appeared they were at an impasse.

Ava: He's not worth it, Hales. I know you two were close…but obviously time has changed him.

Haleigh considered that briefly, and then reluctantly accepted it.

"Time has changed us both, it seems…. And change has forced us apart. [sighing] Whatever his problem is, he'll have to fix it."

Zach: Perhaps that's what he wants Sharon for.

[scoffing] "Well, I'm afraid if THAT'S his plan, he's going to get more strife than he bargained for. And He won't find much comfort in HER, that's for sure. Sharon doesn't DO comfort nor does she do 'love', not anymore. She doesn't love men, she doesn't love ANYTHING, not even herself. Maybe that's why she's so bitter and cold all the time…."

She drifted off into contemplation for a moment, and then seemed to realize she wasn't being a very engaging guest. She'd come here to have a good dinner and spend some quality time with her sister. They needed to stop focusing on this and find something cheerier to discuss. She took another long drink and then tossed her hair back with a smile of honest interest.

"But enough about them. What did YOU do today?"

 

[Fusion]

Hollywood Hills -- Zacchara Estate

Clara's eyes were welling up. She was ready and willing to break into tears and BEG, if that's what it took. She could no longer wait for her sister to improve on her own. They had to get out of this rut, for her sanity's sake.

Clara could see the gears in her sister's head turning, she watched a little levity grow on her sister's face, and she could sense amelioration coming. Please, PLEASE let this be the breakthrough I've been hoping for! She thought desperately.

Claudia: You're right…I'm Claudia mother fuckin' Zacchara."

Victory! She thought, and very nearly wept with joy. Things HAD to improve now, there was no reason they wouldn't. Claudia only needed to find the inner strength she'd had before Barbas, and the vulnerability could be forgotten.

Claudia: You were the one person throughout my life who has loved me unconditionally. You don't look at me like I'm a whore… or a mistake.

"How could you be a mistake? You were the best part of my childhood, before, and now, you've liberated me from IL DUCE [i.e. their father]"

Claudia: You've helped me more than you know. And I'll ALWAYS love you…

[interjecting] "And I, you."

Claudia: Don't ever forget that okay?

[smiling softly] "Ditto."

They hugged, and Clara's mirth expelled in a laugh. WHY hadn't she tried this BEFORE she'd come to her wits end? Why had she thought it'd be a good idea to give Claudia her space? She should have done this weeks ago! She sighed with relief. At least it was done now, and they could put it behind them.


"So does this mean you'll let me see you off at the airport tomorrow morning?"

 

[Persephone]

Haleigh "Well, I'm afraid if THAT'S his plan, he's going to get more strife than he bargained for. And He won't find much comfort in HER, that's for sure.

"I don't know Sharon that well, but she seems more eager to stick it to you than to become 'involved' with Cameron."

Somehow Ava's idea for a nice dinner with her sister turned into a war of words about Sharon Kelley. But if there was one thing she knew about Haleigh, it was better for her to vent than to attack Sharon and ask questions later.

Haleigh: Sharon doesn't DO comfort nor does she do 'love', not anymore. She doesn't love men, she doesn't love ANYTHING, not even herself. Maybe that's why she's so bitter and cold all the time…."

"I don't know....speaking from experience, I know how it feels being thrust into an entirely different life than what you were used to. I'm not defending the way Sharon treats you, but it changes a person. Sometimes for the worst."

Sharon and Ava weren't completely different from one another. In a perfect world, they would probably even be friends. But with her loyalties lying with Haleigh, and Sharon HATING Haleigh, it made them 'frienemies' by default. Not to mention Sharon's excessive need to belittle and bad mouth her sister every chance she got.

Haleigh: "But enough about them. What did YOU do today?"

"Huh?"

Lost in her own thoughts, Haleigh's question caught her off guard. Casually shifting her eyes down at James--who seemed to be thinking exactly the same thing Ava was--she looked back up at Haleigh and shrugged.

In unison.

"Cleaned"

James: "Watched TV."

Pausing, Ava's mouth was parted in a 'shit, that wasn't supposed to happen' sort of way. With a smile and a laugh, she played it off even though she knew Haleigh wasn't a fool.

"We watched TV...WHILE we cleaned......You know me. I love to multitask."

James: [soft mutter] I'll say.

Doorbell rings.

"Food's here! Wow, that was quick."

Saved by the bell! Shooting James a playful side glance at his comment, Ava got up and headed to the door. Though she wasn't a prude, she didn't exactly like to flaunt her sexual escapades around for everyone to know. Atleast now while Zach and James were in the room. That was reserved for private sisterly time.

"Thanks. Keep the change."

Taking the bags from the delivery boy, Ava headed over to the kitchen and places everything on the bar. Unloading the containers one by one, James made his way into the kitchen and took out four plates and four sets of silverwear for everyone to use. Setting up the food so everyone could take what they want in a buffet style, there was no need for formalities.

"Bloody hell. Did you order the entire menu or something?"

James: Well, you didn't tell me WHAT they liked...so I just ordered a little bit of everything.

Looking up at Haleigh and Zach, Ava handed them both plates.

[with a small laugh] "Well I hope you two are hungry."

 

[Siren]

Despite Claudia's efforts to keep Clara at a distance, she couldn't shut down on her anymore. It was straining their relationship and wasn't resolving anything. Claudia was an extremely stubborn woman...and even when she KNEW she was wrong or needed help, she would fight it tooth and nail against it until the very end. Holding her sister, Claudia sighed out with relief. It felt like a ton of bricks were lifted off her shoulder..maybe there really was something to this honesty thing?

Clara: "So does this mean you'll let me see you off at the airport tomorrow morning?"

"Sure. [pulling out of their hug] And I WILL be coming back. I promise. I'm not done with this town yet."

Smirking mischeviously, Claudia's ego may have been bruised by Barbas, but that didn't mean she was down and out for the count. There were a lot of loose ends Claudia Zacchara needed to tie up.

 

[Seer]

and so

<< Claudia Zacchara doesnt know just HOW MANY loose ends she has left to deal with and for her, the realization of that would come far too late.>>

meanwhile, into the night

<< the situation between Haleigh and Sharon is one that will come to a head. the Irresistable force meets the Immovable object and what then? with all parties involved, most seemed to be more willing to see both sides of the issue than the two at the core of the issue. Even Ava, who had more common ground with Sharon than Haleigh might realize, saw that the changes in Sharon werent necessarily those the woman herself would have invited unto her person and ZACH was doing remarkably well now living in the same space with his powerfull mutant hybrid lover and his former lover/boss who was now a super powered mutate. Maybe a little TOO well. Did he really think he could be there and NOT help to resolve this issue?>>

<< meanwhile, Sharon, who was making strides in finding a new life for herself post "resurrection", enjoyed an evening out with her "son" and Cameron, who was taking a rather bold position with her. The more she allowed it, the less irritated she was with it. What harm could he really do her? His psi powers would avail him LITTLE in the way of reading her mind, Nicolas already knew that. If he thought he could use her or play her...then he wouldnt live to tell about it. 3 people had warned him of that so far. But in the off chance that he was GENUINELY interested in her? Just to enjoy her company and he liked her as she was? then why not? Even the Silver Swan had carnal needs to be meet >>

<< Delilah, in the absence of her best friends, was actually plotting a new course of her life quite well, as she began to explore efforts to help mutant and metahuman youth. Fitting that a woman who channeled light would be a beacon of hope for these special children in a world that was still not entirely tolerant of the genetically superior. still, for all the adjusting and settling of herself, she was still haunted by Bishop and the fatefull descision she made for the good of her team and her friends. THey ALL would do well to remember that events of their past could and most likely WOULD come back to haunt them if left unresolved and in the wake of Barbas, Delilah's latest dream was more than mere coincidence, one that would be further felt later on. Finally back at her apartment and enjoying her evening. Sitting on her sofa by the window, she will have an excellent view of what is about to take place in the courtyard shortly. >>

<< and back at Melrose Place, Ava, Haleigh, Zach and James slowly slip into an evening of enjoyment. the time passes for them as it does the others and soon Haleigh & Zach prepare to leave apartment 6 to return to the ground floor , apartment 5.>>


<< at that moment, as Zach and Haleigh walked leisurely around the pool just past the opening to the front gate, Sharon arrives in the courtyard, in her stunnining outfit with Cameron by her side, his hand wrapped around her waist. Nicolas was close behind. Haleigh and Sharon were RIGHT in front of each other now.>>

 

[Silver Swan]

MP- courtyard

[ after a rather pleasant evening where old connections (herself and nicolas) were strengthed and new "friendships" were being entertained (herself and cameron) sharon had decided she must try to mingle more often. there was something to be said about remembering ones humanity...even the darker aspects of it.]

well cameron, it appears that you werent such a disappointment after all.

[ she says as she walks along with him.]

I enjoyed myself this evening with both of you, and I hope you boys will continue to play nice. Dont let HALEIGH come between you like she has so many OTHER people's friendships and relationships around here.

[ having already heard Haleigh and Zach close by.]

oh look...there she is now.

[ Sharon says as the oncoming pair face herself, Cameron and Nicolas.]

Good evening...BLACK WIDOW.


All set for another evening of self vindicating martyrdom? or maybe some misplaced blaming again? You do BOTH so well!

 

[Black Widow]

Melrose Place -- Courtyard

Ava: I don't know Sharon that well, but she seems more eager to stick it to you than to become 'involved' with Cameron.

So Ava had noticed it also, and it was NOT just Haleigh's paranoia. Ava went on to discuss what Sharon's problem might be, not excusing her behavior, but simply giving a reason to understand it. Still… Haleigh ALSO knew what it was like for Mystech to change her so irrevocably. Mystech had changed her not ONCE, but twice… and she was not the same person she had been before that either. She was ALSO changed for the worst. And yet, despite understanding why Sharon might be self-loathing… she still couldn't figure out why Sharon had decided HALEIGH be the one to take it out on.

Still, it was enough talk of Sharon Kelly for one night. Time to focus on something more pleasant. At Haleigh's query as to what they did today, Ava and James traded looks and then simultaneously answered differently. Ava lamely covered the discrepancy, and Haleigh rolled her eyes, knowing all too well that she didn't want to pursue that line of questioning.

[smirking] "You two might want to work on your cover story if you ever plan on fooling ANYONE with it."

She drained the rest of her highball as the food arrived, and slipped over to the bar for to mix herself a refill as Ava and James set things up and marveled at how much food there was. It was easy to forget about her troubles now. No one brings up Cameron or Sharon again, and Haleigh commits to being 'present' at dinner.

Before long, it was time to call it a night. Haleigh and Zach decided that the night was nice enough to go for a walk, and they said their goodbyes, thanking Ava and James for a wonderful time.

The couple made their way down the staircase and meandered across the courtyard, hand in hand. It WAS particularly nice out, and Haleigh had a slight buzz. It was so rare to feel so carefree for her, she felt lighter than air.

Zach: You know how much I love you, don't you?

[with a sly smile] "I think I'm starting to forget…. It helps if you show me."

Zach: If you wish.

He said, stopping just short of the front gate and turning into Haleigh, pulling her into a kiss. Haleigh wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling closer to him, burying her fingers in his hair and standing on the tips of her toes for a second, before she felt his arms wrap around her waist and lift her a few inches off the ground.

"Mmm…. You know, I DO wish. Forget about going for a walk…. Walking always makes me think too much. Let's go back to our apartment… and make love…. And just… not think about anything ELSE for a while."

Zach softly smiled and hugged her a bit tighter, her feet still slightly above the ground.

Zach: Let's.

Haleigh kissed him again. It was a nice idea. Too bad it was about to be derailed.

Sharon: oh look… there she is now.

Haleigh pulled out of the kiss as they were interrupted by the LAST sound she wanted to hear. fuck my LIFE….. she thought, stifling a groan as Zach gently set her down but still held her close. Sharon strolled up, looking rather cozy with Cameron. Haleigh kept her expression blank, without so much as a twitch. Did Sharon REALLY want to do this again?

Sharon: Good evening… BLACK WIDOW.

"Good evening, Grey Goose."

Haleigh quickly covered her mouth, looking surprised that she'd said it OUTLOUD, but then, she dropped her hand with a smug grin. Sharon would not find Haleigh so disengaging THIS time around. If Sharon was so dead set on being a thorn in Haleigh's side, then she was going to reap what she sowed.

Sharon: All set for another evening of self-vindicating martyrdom? Or maybe some misplaced blaming again? You do BOTH so well!

"Not as well as YOU do 'desperate succubus'. But I suppose we all have our predispositions."

 

[Silver Swan]

MP courtyard

[ Sharon eyed the shorter woman with predatory amusement.]

Well, I see a little time in your play pen has made you a little more bold now. But that's always been your way hasnt it? Stand there like a useless tin can and look as pathetic as some of us know you to be...and then try to come roaring back.

So which is it, HALEIGH?

Are you going to open your eyes and get over it? Or are you going to continue to nurse a wound that really was none of your business in the first place?

Are you MAD because all the men you have been with have a connection to me? Or maybe its because even death and return have not changed the fact that I'm still more relevant and respectable than you'll EVER be.

oh and i dont have to destroy OTHER people's relationships to find comfort with a man...but that IS your weakness isnt it? You cant bear to be alone? so you'll do whatever it takes...even if it means finding comfort in the arms of a man that doesnt belong to you.

[feinging a look of contemplation]

you're mad at me...because i slept with zach when i didnt even know who you WERE really and yet here you are with him...mad even MORE because another man you strung along has decided to talk to ME instead of hold on to the PAST with you?

 

[Black Widow]

Melrose Place -- Courtyard

Sharon: Yes, I had one of those tonight, Just like I had your man. Oh but wait… he wasn't your man back THEN was he?

"He was… you were just an IGNORANT buffoon back then."

Sharon: Well, I see a little time in your play pen has made you a little more bold now.

[scoffing] "and I see that a night out on the town has done nothing to deter you from being an obnoxious TROLL."

Sharon: So which is it, HALEIGH? Are you going to open your eyes and get over it? Or are you going to continue to nurse a wound that really was none of your business in the first place?

REALLY? She was going to GO there?? Unbelievable! There was nothing Sharon would stop at in her quest to infuriate Haleigh. And with most of Sharon's friends GONE on vacation… there was nothing to stop Haleigh from retaliating either. It was time the gloves came off.

"I love how you're acting like you're oh so innocent in all this… like you didn't MAKE it my business when you threw it in my FACE the first chance you got. You remember, back when you were trying to KILL ME FOR NO GODDAMNED REASON?? But that's your new defining characteristic now, isn't it Sharon? You have some inexplicable vendetta against me, that YOU probably can't even validate, and it drives you to say and do the STUPIDEST SHIT."

Sharon: Are you MAD because all the men you have been with have a connection to me? Or maybe its because even death and return have not changed the fact that I'm still more relevant and respectable than you'll EVER be.

[smirking] "Are YOU mad because everybody liked you better when you were DEAD?"

Sharon: oh and I don't have to destroy OTHER people's relationships to find comfort with a man…

"Oh REALLY? You had ME fooled…. Maybe it's because you've already managed to destroy TWO of my relationships. One… I've finally recovered, which you CLEARLY cannot STAND to see. The other….. [looking a Cameron for a beat] Well that's not up to me anymore."

Sharon: You're mad at me… because I slept with Zach when I didn't even know who you WERE really and yet here you are with him… mad even MORE because another man you strung along has decided to talk to ME instead of hold on to the PAST with you.

[laughing in disbelief] "Wrong, wrong, WRONG. You really ARE oblivious, aren't you? I see when Mystech did it's renovations on you, they also saw fit to give you the mental capacity of a TURKEY. You have NO IDEA what's going on here, and so you're making wild stabs in the dark and putting words in people's mouths. No, let me make this simple for a birdbrained ninny like you to understand. I'm mad at YOU because you treat men like SHIT. You think you can just chew them up and spit them out and they deserve NO better, and that OFFENDS me, because I LOVE the men you treat with such APPALLING callousness. I'm mad at you because I helped save you…. Morgan and the others…. they were going to have to DESTROY YOU to stop you…. And I took the chance and REACHED OUT to you, and in return, you're a miserable HARPY that won't leave me the fuck alone."

 

[Silver Swan]

MP courtyard

[ Sharon rolled her eyes as Haleigh tried her hardest to block.]

Oh PLEASE, you obnoxious little toaster. You'd LIKE to use the fact that Mystech changed me to belittle me when in FACT the same thing happened to YOU. You're only as powerfull as you are BECAUSE OF THEM and I only DIED because of YOUR connections. But then again most people here have suffered because of you in most ways havent then? I can't HELP what happened to me. YOU knew everything that was going on with YOU all along.



[ in regards to Zach and the recovery.]

Oh yes...we see how you've recovered him. You hold on to him tighter than a woman holding her purse on a street in a bad neighborhood. Still worried that yet ANOTHER woman might come along and draw him away like Claudia did? Funny how you couldnt blame HER for not knowing but you can blame ME. You're full of it...and you're phony...a lousy, mechanical misfit.

Zach was my subordinate and we enjoyed each other's company in MORE than one way. It had NOTHING to do with you and you werent even EXCLUSIVE with him then. I'm NOT going to be held responsible for HIS roving eye.

But that's your new defining characteristic now, isn't it Sharon? You have some inexplicable vendetta against me, that YOU probably can't even validate, and it drives you to say and do the STUPIDEST SHIT."

inexplicable vendetta? have you forgotten that I can hear EVERYTHING? you've sent DAYS chirping like a ceap cell phone about the WRONG i've committed against you. About what a HOME WRECKER i was. You walk around here holding on to Zach because you cant hold on to ANY man who comes into your life. You KNOW deep down in that mass of rusted circuits and faulty wires you call a heart that you DONT deserve any of this because invariably you'll RUIN it like you always do.


and the difference between you and me is that i dont NEED a man to feel complete. YOU DO. why ELSE would you take someone ELSE'S sloppy seconds? Who ELSE would go back to a man that has stepped out on her TWICE?

[looking around for a momenet]

If you think just because Morgan and Alison arent here or that Ava and Zach have returned that you're going to find some higher standing in YOUR pathetic, hypocritical stance against me, you're MISTAKEN. Unlike other people around here? I dont need back up. I can put you in your place just fine ON MY OWN...like i'm doing now.

you have NO IDEA what's going on here, and so you're making wild stabs in the dark and putting words in people's mouths. No, let me make this simple for a birdbrained ninny like you to understand. I'm mad at YOU because you treat men like SHIT. You think you can just chew them up and spit them out and they deserve NO better, and that OFFENDS me, because I LOVE the men you treat with such APPALLING callousness.

ohhh so raw I ALMOST paused. This is probably the REALEST moment you've HAD since becoming a robot. and where was this haughty, lofty righteous indignation when you DESTROYED Morgan's world? when you tried to RECLAIM Nicolas even AFTER the coercion of Set was not a factor? where was this when you sat on information that LEAD TO MY DEATH?

Get over yourself you loud mouthed hypocrate. I've changed! Not by my own hand and indirectly because of YOU...and good or bad, THIS IS WHO I AM. You dont like it? Get the hell out!

I'm mad at you because I helped save you…. Morgan and the others…. they were going to have to DESTROY YOU to stop you…. And I took the chance and REACHED OUT to you, and in return, you're a miserable HARPY that won't leave me the fuck alone."

well...since you're so "MAD" and "OFFENDED"...maybe you should just COOL OFF!

[ Sharon lunges forward and SLAMS into Haleigh, tackling her as they both fall into the pool.]

 

[MorningStar]

Delilah finally got the kids talking, and the hour flew by. They were still tentative, and uneasy, but it had been a start. She crossed her fingers that they would be back for the next meeting.

She packed up the leftover Chinese and headed for home. She made a plate of cold L Mein for herself and curled up on the sofa to unwind in front of the tv. And then the fireworks started. Unfortunately, they weren't of her making.

She peered out the window at the scene unfolding on the other side of her door. She knew that both women could take care of themselves, and besides, Sharon made some good points. Better to just stay out of it, unless...

Sharon hurled herself and Haleigh into the pool. Delilah was up like a rocket and out the door.

Her mouth hanging open at the two fully clothed grown women fighting in the pool, she looked over at Zach.

"She can swim, right?"

 

[Persephone]

"I'll see you two tomorrow."

Bidding Haleigh and Zach farewell, Ava shut the door of her apartment as the couple headed down to their own. It had been a pretty relaxed evening overall. With Zach and James basically finishing off the Chinese food while discussing politics and sports, Haleigh and Ava had a fun time catching up with one another. The evening was definitely less tense than how it started out.

James: Alone at last.

Smiling, Ava turned around and was immediately met with James' arms around her. Even though she was one of the taller females of the six, she was still a couple inches shorter than James, causing her to tilt her head back and look up at him.

"And here I thought you enjoyed having Zach arounnd. I couldn't peal you two away from each other."

James: He's a good guy. Smart too...and he likes soccor, which always scores points in my book.

With his arms tightly around Ava, he leaned down and gave her a soft kiss on the lips.

James: But that's enough about Zach...

Embracing in a heavy kiss, Ava wrapped her arms around James' neck, deepening it. That was until she heard Sharon and Haleigh AGAIN. Abruptly stopping the kiss, Ava's eyed the front door with fire in her eyes.

"You've GOT to be kidding me!"

James: Haleigh and Sharon?

"She hasn't even been out of this apartment for two minutes and already there's a fight brewing between them."

James: Av, Haleigh's a big girl. She can fight her own battles.

Scoffing, Ava shook her head as she looked at James. It wasn't Haleigh being capable of defending herself, it was how far it would GO.

"Oh, I know she's fully capable of taking care of herself. But with Sharon's non-exsistant impulse control, and Haleigh's short fuse, i'm afraid we're going to be dragging a DEAD BODY out of the pool."

And almost on cue, a giant SPLASH could be heard echoing throughout the courtyard. Giving James an 'i told you so' look, both he and Ava quickly exited her apartment and went to the railing that overlooked the courtyard below. And there they were. Sharon and Haleigh. In an all out brawl in the pool. Nicolas, Cameron, Zach, and Delilah all stood by the edge looking at them with the same shocked/oh shit look Ava had.

James: It's like Girls Gone Wild: Mutant Addition.

"That's NOT funny!"

James: It's sort of funny...

"Yeah...until one looses an appendage."

There was really nothing Ava could do except watch. Atleast not YET. Maybe this brawl would be like the one Haleigh and Morgan had on Arie. They fight their differences out and put their animosity behind them....Watching Haleigh deliver a hard blow to Sharon's jaw, Ava winced....okay, maybe not.

"Would you two DO SOMETHING before they kill each other!"

Shouting down at Zach and Nicolas, it was the two most obvious people to pull the fight apart because of their connection to both woman.

 

[Silver Swan]

MP- the courtyard in the pool

[ water splashes everywhere as the two women fall into the pool and immediately begin fighting and struggling with each other.]

You want Zach? you can KEEP HIM. Nobody else wants him BUT you...but in YOUR diseased, warped mind, you'll always find a reason to blame ME and ill be DAMNED if i'm going to suffer under your hypocrasy...ONE MOMENT LONGER! I'm SICK OF YOU!


[ Sharon was physically stronger and faster than Haleigh, but really this fight was not about who could out power who. it was about the inevitable collosion of both these women and their issue with one another.]

maybe a baptism will cure you of your mental malfunction!

[ Sharon had Haleigh by her hair, slapping her across the face befire diving on top of her into the the water. Moments later, Haleigh was free and grabbing Sharon, punching Sharon across the face. Both women were able to take a fair bit of physical damage.]

[ as Haleigh tried to get away, Sharon grabs her by her legs.]

Oh no you don't!

[ pulling her back.]


I'm not Morgan dear. I dont mind getting my hair messed up to KICK YOUR ASS!

[ landing another strong right high across Haleigh's jaw. Haleigh was in her face again, and they struggled and thrased about in the deep pool, screaming at one another as water splashed about and SOME of the punches through between them actually connected! ]

 

[Rampage]

Nicolas was aghast. They were out here, chirping like two overheated alleycats, marking territory and daring the other to find out how tough they were.

He had no real opportunity to say anything before they were in the pool, fighting like piranha, landing punches that pretty much only they and Nicolas could take. Nicolas was frozen, immobile as he watched the spectacle until he heard Ava's voice.

"Would you two DO SOMETHING before they kill each other!"

Suddenly, as they both swung for thge fences at each other, each of them pulling their best shot all at once, the water disappeared as Nicolas appeared between them, deflecting their punches in each hand. It was no small feat of strength as they rated as two of the strongest of the Six. But Nicolas was stronger...and so he tossed aside their swings. They both staggered back, landing at the bottom of the now-empty pool on their feet.

That will be QUITE ENOUGH!! Ladies PLEASE!!

Nicolas was clearly not happy. Two of his favorite women could not get along and worse, they couldn't even try to be adult about it. And he HATED to be here, right now, tstanding between them. He already figured that no matter what, they would BOTH likely be pissed at him. But Ava was right, he had to try.

Zach, please escort Haleigh back to her apartment. SHARON, if you are done trying to ruin a perfectly good evening, please come with me. It is apparent that neither of you is prepared to talk out your differences.

 

[Prophet]

OOC: HEY, I am having problems accessing the site, and it turns my posts all weird but I really want to post. So bare with me in reading this.

BIC:

:: Cameron helped Sharon out of the car as they made their way back to Melrose Place. He had quite a good time. When Sharon let her gigantic wall down for a moment she was quite the conservationist. He enjoyed getting to know Sharon as a person more, behind her icy cold "Silver Swan" persona. He even got along with Nicolas quite well. It was a nice evening. ::

Sharon: well Cameron, it appears that you weren't such a disappointment after all...

Cameron rolled his eyes and laughed at Sharon. She was absolutely relentless.

"Well thank you your highness. You're not so bad yourself..."

Yes everything seemed to be going perfectly, and that's when Sharon honed in on Haleigh and Zach. Cameron had seen them as they arrived and had to fight the urge to vomit upon their "sweet" exchange of affection. He also had to fight the urge to bludgeon Zach's head in with his bare hands and watch what color the pool water turned, but he was trying to be a better person... for now. ::

Sharon: Hello there...BLACK WIDOW.

From there everything got progressively worse. Sharon and Haleigh were traded insults as fashion tips becoming more and more aggressive. This was more than an argument, this was an all out BITCH fight, and Cameron, Nicolas and Zach were at the front row. Cameron just really didn't know what to do. He was torn. He respected the Sharon spoke her peace and didn't care WHO got in her way, he felt bad for Haleigh, and he wanted to defend her, though neither Sharon OR Haleigh would allow that, and so he watched until.

"Oh Jesus!"

Sharon charged at Haleigh as they CRASHED into the pool and began engaging in an all out catfight. It was part breaktaking and part terrifying. Soon Delilah arrived on the scene. ::

Delilah: She knows how to swim right?

Cameron answered Zach's question for him.

"Yes she can. But you're right Delilah, she SHOULD have her floaty. Zach do you want to go to her place and grab it for us.. what was it that Sharon refers to as.. oh yeah ERRAND Boy?"

He smirked to himself as Ava began to freak out and suggest that Zach and Nicolas stop the fight. Cameron rolled his eyes at the goddess, completely annoyed by her.

"Calm the fuck DOWN Ava. They have to settle this issue one way or another, and this way is MUCH more entertaining."

Nicolas interceded in a very "valiant" manner.

"This is why we never SOLVE anything. Let the girls have their fight and be DONE with it. There's no point in separating them, this NEEDS to happen."

He said as he flung his hand at Nicolas, causing the girls to telekinetically separate from Nicolas. They were FAR from done fighting.

"Round Two.."