Chapter 12; Voice for John

[tentacletrainer]

[[It was rather early, and yet she found she couldn't sleep. Her second night in Karkat's hotel still felt like awkward, even if they weren't sleeping in the same room as one another, and this was cause for slight insomnia.

At first she tried typical things to aid her slumber. Pacing. Reading. Warm milk. Relaxing music. The Pokemon Lullaby, as Dave had suggested. And when she finally ran out of ideas, she decide she would at least make use of her time.

And so, retrieving her Pokegear, she sends a call to a friend of hers, hoping it would be enough to wake him from whatever slumber he is in.]]

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[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

[And likewise, he is so amused Rose. So very amused. At least until he finds the little map highlighting where Shuppets live.]

Oh shoot...

[His face falls. Maybe this won't work after all.]

[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

[[Glancing your way.]]

What is it now?

[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

Well, these things are only found outside of Goldenrod. And I think we'll be lucky if we leave Violet by April first, let alone make it all the way to Goldenrod. Darn it, this would have been perfect.

[He is so upset about all this. So upset.]

[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

[[While...this is a prank he is planning, and she really did not want any part in any of his pranks, she cannot ignore that look on his face, and sighs.]]

...I have a friend currently in Goldenrod, John. I could perhaps inquire about his ability to obtain one for you.

[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

[And he perks up immediately! If he was a puppy, his tail would be wagging full force right now!]

Really? You'd do that?

[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

[[A roll of the eyes. If he was a puppy, he would be getting a much more affectionate response. No head pets for you.]]

Yes, I would. I'm sure he wouldn't mind, provided he has time. But I am doing this for you, not so that you may prank Dave.

[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

[Wait, what? Do not get.]

But...that's...exactly what I'm going to do with it.

[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

Yes, and I am not getting it for you so that you can. I am getting it for you because you would like one, and ignoring the fact it will be used at a later date for a ridiculous prank.

[[Duh, John.]]

[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

Well if it makes you feel any better I won't tell Dave about it. As far as he'll know, you had nothing to do with it.

[Biiiiiig smile!]

[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

And yet still I feel as though I am committing some form of crime.

[[Sigh and going back to he books.]]

[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

Well you shouldn't! Besides, it's more of a crime not to do this. I mean look at this thing. It's just one letter off, Rose. One. Letter. You'll let me know what your friend says though, right?

[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

I realize that, John. I assure you, I can read and make such connections on my own. And how about I call now? I could leave him a message if you'd like.

[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

It's a little early don't you think? But whatever's easiest for you is fine with me.

[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

As I said, I am always able to leave him a message.

[[And juuust calling up Deuce now.]]

[usedbullcane.livejournal.com]

[dfkughd it's like three in the morning guys! but nevertheless, mmmmph, rolling over and answering the 'gear. video calls, really? it's three in the morning!
Oh well. Have a tired, bleary Deuce in clubs patterned jammies, rubbing his eye as he answers.]

Oh, hello -- [yaaaawn] -- Rose...
Did you need something? It must be... very important!

[groggy!blink blink.]

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[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

Good morning Deuce. I apologize for waking you, I was simply expecting to leave a message for you, but I suppose this is fine. My friend here is interested in obtaining a Shuppet, and they seem to inhabit the area around Goldenrod.

Would I be able to coerce you into capturing one for me? I feel terrible asking for so many favors, but this is a rather important one to me.

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[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

[Curious, he kind of leans over to look at the screen and hey! What do you know he recognizes this guy!]

Oh! I know you! You're that guy Casey was talking to the other day!

[Wait, back up. Did Rose just say this was important to her? What happened to wanting nothing to do with this? Gaping at her a little bit now, because seriously: what?]

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[usedbullcane.livejournal.com]

[Bliiiink blink. This is hard to take in so early in the morning! But a tired smile curls up on his face, and he nods.]

Oh, yes! You're the one with the adorable rabbit! It's nice to... see you again!

And I definitely can Rose! Don't you -- [yawn!] -- don't worry one bit..!

I can write it down so I don't forget, too! [aaand reaching over to his notepad on his table -- it's awfully useful! -- and jotting that down.]

Is that all you wanted?

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[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

[[All the smiles. All the smiles and giggles Deuce.]]

Thank you very much, and yes. That is all I require.

[[Sorry John, she is too focused on that cute tired smile of Deuce's to notice your wondering.]]

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[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

Yeah, thanks a ton Deuce! This is a really big help!

[Though still wondering and staring at Rose because...wow she sure is giggly.]

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[usedbullcane.livejournal.com]

Alright, then! [ffffawww, she's always so giggly! haha! Smile smiiiile. And yaaaawn. Man it sucks being up at three, but anything for a friend!]

I'll call you when I send it, okay? That sounds like the right thing to do, after all!

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[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

[[And smile smile back!]]

I would very much appreciate that. Again, thank you.

You are free to go back to bed. I do hope your slumber is pleasant.

[[Off goes the feed, and the smile is turned towards John.]]

And you shall now have a Shuppet within the near future.

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[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

[Waving at Deuce before the feed clicks off. Byyeeee!]

Thanks Rose, I really appreciate this.

[Have another signature Egbert derp-smile, Rose. You have made him very happy.]

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[usedtherapy.livejournal.com]

[[And a rare warm smile here. Cherish it John. Who knows when you'll see it next.]]

You are quite welcome, John.

[[Back to her reading.]]

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[usedwindything.livejournal.com]

[He is indeed cherishing that smile right now. The look on his face seems almost...blissful? Spaced out? Enamored? It's really hard to say for certain.]

You know, you should smile more often. It looks good on you.