SHE BLINDED ME WITH SCIENCE.

Kenshin’s smile grew a bit at her compliment, giggling genuinely as the girl tossed the snack food at his forehead, reaching up to rub it. “Ah, true. I find myself a very fortunate person from time to time… I’m simply glad I’m in your good favor. The museum could really use your help.” 

At any rate, now there was a the question of her position… If she was interested in forensics she could be of great use around the fossils and the more biological artifacts. And it wasn’t as if there were a great many paleontologists or Egyptologists around- at least, none he’d found. Then there were the artifacts gathered on the island itself that could stand to be examined… there was still so little even the longtime inhabitants knew about the place.

     “I’ll admit, fossils aren’t my thing; I never had much use for paleontology in the past, but ...” Her eyebrows come together in a slight frown as she thinks for another moment, before she adds, “I’m certainly interested in the objects you’ve found in the ruins.”

apollo was used to his methods as a defense attorney being frowned on.  he didn’t exactly go around running his mouth but didn’t try especially hard to make a secret of them either.  he knew ema didn’t exactly approve even though she had helped maintain his spotless record, but thankfully seemed willing to overlook it for the sake of their friendship.

he was tempted to boast that he had contributed to her popularity but caught himself.  between her pride and conscience it was probably one of the last things she wanted to hear.  “glad to hear your talents aren’t going to waste.” he said instead which wasn’t much of an improvement.  best to go with the lesser of two evils.

he had never been the best at picking up on social cues but one would have to be a complete idiot to not pick up on the fact that ema was attempting to distract him from the current topic.  he was wise enough to know to go along with it, allowing her to lead him to a seat.

     “As for my break ...” The woman glanced at the clock. “I suppose I’ll join you. I’ll be back in a few.” She grabbed the notepad from her apron and scribbled down his order as she walked away, delivering it to the kitchen.

     It would have been a few minutes for his order to be ready, so the woman took that time to check out for her break -- so when she walked back to Apollo’s table, there was an extra slice of cake for herself. Ema slid him his coffee and cake before poking at her own with a fork. “Anything interesting happen lately?”

He chuckled a bit as she agreed, nodding his head at her. “I can’t say I know which field you’re in, but among its scientific offerings, the museum currently primarily exhibits biological attractions. Insects, fish, fossils, taxidermied animals… Though, outside of the natural history wing, of course we do have some Egyptian mummies, if forensics is something you’re interested in.” Another hunch. Hopefully he’d be right about that too.

“At any rate if you’re interested in employment, we can discuss which role you’d like to fill. Of course there’s maintaining the exhibits, researching the non-live exhibits taken out of circulation for refurbishment, offering tours to visitors, among others. Frankly we’re understaffed, so any service you’d like to offer I’d be more than happy to hire and compensate you for.” Normally Kenshin would check if a person was qualified- but again, hunches pointed towards her being a decent scientist if she so reacted eagerly. And he could definitely use someone familiar with the sciences- he was much more an artist.

“So, pre-emptively to working out the fine details…” Kenshin raised his brow, holding out his hand again with a gentle smile.

     “Forensic research.” The woman stared directly at him as she took his hand, giving it a firm shake. There was no taking the offer back. (Not without risking an with an incredibly aggravated Ema, anyway.) “I look forward to working with you.” Her expression remained severe for another moment before transforming into a small, genuine smile.

A pen doodle from school! ;; v;; you can see colouring outside the lines but I’ve lost all hecks and ye whoops

“Oi, isn’t Matoi’s house pretty small.. Like.. How are we gonna fit?”

“Nah, she said we could hang out in the front lawn. Just don’t touch the basement, ‘cuz that’s where her dad works or somethin. Also, no cocaine in the bathroom.”

“Fair ‘nuff.” 

It’s not even like there was a formal announcement or even a text message. Ryuko just decided it was time for a good old shindig. If you’re alive, you probably got an invite or at least heard about it. Even if you weren’t in high school - somebody would have still mentioned it in passing. There were only three key terms. 

Bring yourself, bring food, and bring alcohol.

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Hi guys! Here’s the 411. Ryuko’s having a party. The party is happening Saturday the 9th - however, you’re welcome to post starters any time between Friday - Sunday;  just try not to write something about this a week later, because that might confuse some people! It’s probably best to write something up before hand and then post it when the time comes! I want this “event” (not official in any way!) to be an opportunity for FRWers new and old to interact - whether it be a group thread or two people making out in the toilet. Go wild! And please, enjoy.

he had finished up early with his newest client and decided to duck into his favorite cafe on the way home for some much needed coffee.  as it just so happened, a certain science lover happened to work there.

     The woman raises an eyebrow at his question, and pauses only a moment before shrugging her shoulders with a non-committal noise. “You could say that. Based on previous observations, more people are stopping by now than before, but ...” Ema shrugs again. “I guess I’m not complaining.”

“It’s just…. I’ll admit I was staring at you because something about your appearance spoke to me. At first I thought it because you’re rather cute…” Kenshin held back a looming nervous chuckle by pursing his lips. He didn’t mean to flirt, merely compliment, but realized given how he’d stared at her for so long previously it could come across as rather frightening. He quickly continued. 

     Then he broke out the science, and the woman can’t help the surprised gasp that flies out of her mouth.

     “For real?” She hadn’t had a ‘real’ job other than waitressing in such a long time, and now some stranger was offering her one? Her eyes narrowed at him once more, as if she were trying to discern a lie. “I mean, yeah, I am --” she was, but he didn’t need to know that -- “but ...” The woman hesitated. It felt way too good to be true.

Kenshin took pause as the young woman spoke. Had he been staring at her so intently? Was it because of her beauty? Well, something was definitely calming about her appearance to him, either way. Perhaps he’d ought to take her quip seriously. He smiled and nodded at her, tilting his head to the side. “I apologize if I’ve made you uncomfortable.” He held out his hand. “I should introduce myself. I am Kenshin, Kenshin Uesugi. I am the curator of the island’s museum. And you might be?”

     Until he didn’t. “Take a picture, it’ll last longer,” she snapped, not in the mood to humor anyone. Ema openly stared at his hand with suspicion and folded her arms over her chest. “Nice to know Sir Stares-A-Lot has a name.” Her eyes narrowed at him. “I’m Ema Skye.”