The Light in the Darkness of the Human Soul

*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng pauses, offering a wave and a bit of a smile towards Cecilia.
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker leans back on the bench, pressing the palms of her hands on to her thighs.  Chuckling, she offers a nod to Suzan, waving her over to the empty seat.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng moves over sitting next to Cecilia.
***' The asian smells like skunk spray mixed with campfire smoke.
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*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker catches a whiff of Suzan as she sets herself down on the park bench.  Leaning forward, she waves her hand a little bit before gazing over to the her.  "Whew!  Kinda reminds me of a camping fiasco I had when I was six."
***' Taking a deep breath, she folds back into her seat.  Her hands rest casually behind the back of her head as the breath is relayed into a long, relieved, yawn.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng cocks her left eyebrow, clearly not noticing the smell, "Whuh?" is all she mutters out in hopeful confusion as though expecting Cecilia to fill in the blanks.
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "Oh!  It smells kinda like you were camping." as she canters her head over to Suzan, "Kinda like you were near a big fire pit."
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a bit of a goofy grin, leaning into Cecilia's ear.
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "I'll explain when we aren't in public, later."
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker nods subtly, whispering,  "Fair enough."
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng leans back towards her own side of the bench, rubbing the back of her hand idly for a few seconds before speaking up, "So I uhh... I made like a little bit of progress as far as the like project goes." The slight smile still teases the corners of her lips.
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*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker gazes over to the end of the street, as her lips curl into a bright, beaming, smile.  "That's good to hear!  If you still need the stuff I'm working on, I think Alex is just about ready to give me the software to make those antennas.  Tried out a couple on my radio... hell, I thing I could pick up cell phone calls on Mars with 'em."
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Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "Also got some good news on the homefront," as the edges of her lips positively beam.  Digging though her jacket pockets, she looks up to Suzan, "one sec... Lemme see.  Ah!"
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng leans forward an expression of surprise crossing her face, "Wow, really? There are people on /Mars/ now?" her tone and expressions suggest that she totally bought into it.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng pulls back, tilting her head to the side.
***' She pulls out a ring with a set of keys.
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "What's that?"
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Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "Y'wanna see?" as she nods to Suzan, nearly vibrating with anticipation, "I'd love to show ya."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Sure. Show me what you got."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Ooh, vwvait."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Did you guys get it approved?"
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker nods enthusastically.
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Omigosh! Hella dope!"
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker fumbles with the keys, inserting one into the lock.  Turning, it disengages with a sharp clack.
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Oooh! One floor below the one me n' Jamey applied for."
***' As she opens the door, she motions for Suzan to come inside, smiling.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng turns around in place, inspecting the apartment.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng stops, looking at Cecilia with a bit of a grin on her face.
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker glances over, smiling in response.  "Ya like?"
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Yuh."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Pretty sick crib."
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker looks around, sighing contentedly.
[OOC] Rose-Marie 'Popeye' La'Vou: g'night everyone
[OOC] Susan 'Lusia' Kinsley: this is an unhealthy time to be awake smh
***' As she smiles, her cheeks turn slightly red.  Taking in a breath, it sounds halting and somewhat ragged.  She squints, as if trying to hold back something - although she's betrayed by some tears welling up in her eyes.
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*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng looks up at Cecilia with a gaze that doesn't harbor sympathy, concern or sadness at the sigh of tears, but an expression that merely suggests confusion. Clearly, on some level, Suze doesn't understand what is happening in front of her.
***' She takes a few seconds to compose herself.  Sniffling, she quicktly dabs her eyes with the sleeve of her coat.  Straightening her posture, she tugs on the bottom of her jacket as the grin rests into a warm smirk.
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "Sorry," as she continues to dab her eyes again.  "It's just... I haven't had a place to call my own since I left Four.  That was." she halts, shaking her head slowly, "Christ, /over/ two years ago."
[OOC] Nadia Fujihana: hi friends. i am told this is where one goes for the best rp?
[OOC] Cecilia 'Curie' Baker: Hello, and welcome to the community!  It's always a little quiet at this time, since it's pretty EU heavy, but if you got questions - feel free to fire off a PM.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a nod before stepping forward and reaching for Cecilia's left hand, bringing it up to her chest in unhindered.
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker glances over to Suzan as she takes a hold of her hand.  She casts her eyes down to the floor, trying to keep herself composed.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng opens and closes her mouth a few times, as though searching for the right words, phrasing or composure to convey what is in her head and possibly her heart. She ultimately finds them and speaks in the soft, gentle, and warm tone that would seemed to be reserved for Kosami, "I know how you feel Cecilia, and that isn't something I can say often. You more than anyone else deserve to live in the height of luxury." She finishes off with a warm, and genuine smile.
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker looks up, meeting her gaze with Suzan's.  She parts her lips slightly, as if trying to offer an acknowledgement or a thank you.  The words fail to escape from her head.  Closing her eyes, she takes her right arm and opens it up as if offering a hug.
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*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng stares back silently for a few seconds before realizing what she was supposed to be doing in the situation, and awkwardly taking Cecilia in a hug, resting her head on the left side of Cecilia's shoulder.
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker wraps her right arm around Suzan, sighing wearily and heavily as they sway back and forth for a few seconds.  "Thank you Suze.  It... means a lot to hear that from you," she replies as they slowly part, "You're a true friend, ya know?"
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng averts her gaze in an attempt to hide her expression before offering a subtle, silent nod.
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*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker brushes off her coat.  Looking around, she offers a warm smile, pointing to the far end of the room with her left hand.  "Please... take a looksee!  You said that you and Jamey were applying for one of the end rooms.  I think it's the same floor playn."
[LOOC] Cecilia 'Curie' Baker: *floor plan
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[LOOC] T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng: sorry
[LOOC] Cecilia 'Curie' Baker: No problem!
[LOOC] T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng: Random cat walked into my house.
[LOOC] Cecilia 'Curie' Baker: lol :)
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng turns around, surveying the room before offering a bit of a nod, "Yuh. Sixteen. Right above you."
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Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "Well, the furniture and decorations were all Frankie's choices.  Although I /think/ it comes with the stove and fridge."
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Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "How she found a working desktop computer... I'm still in awe."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Yuh. I believe so. Are we uhh... Is Frankie around?"
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker shakes her head, "Nah.  She's off doing some promotional photos I think.  She keeps pretty busy in the office."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Can we uhh like take a seat, then?"
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker offers an excited nod, pointing towards the couch.  "I'ma take one of the mats next to the bookcase.  They're pretty comfy!"
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a nod, turning and muttering, "Kay." before she goes to flop down into the seat.
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Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "Stretch your legs, if ya want," as she eases on to the tatami mat, "Frankie and I kinda sleep in shifts on it.  It's really nice!"
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*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng turns her torso and head so that Cecilia isn't in her blind spot, sitting sideways on the couch as her right leg folds up on the couch, "So uhh... To answer your question, you like uhh  know Sue?"
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Kinsley, that is. Susan Kinsley. With an 'S'."
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker shakes her head, scratching the back of her neck, "Huh.  Name doesn't ring a bell."  Glancing over to Suzan, she rests her elbow on the coffee table while stretching out her legs.  "What's she look like?"
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Like, your height, white, short brown hair, freckles... Uhhh oh, she kind of looks like a dyke?"
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker presses her lips together, letting out an audible hummm.  Her eyes widen a little as she stares at a blank spot on the carpet, "Like curly brown hair and a /ton/ of freckles?"
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Yup."
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*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker nods, "Yeah.  I /think/ I've seen her around the Baltic a while back.  Never met her - and she more'n likely doesn't know me, unless I introduced myself to someone else and she was in earshot."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Huh."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng says "Well me n' her are hella good friends. She hangs with Mike a lot. She like gave me a joing earlier at sunset..." Suzan pauses, emiting a rather content sigh, closing her eye as she rests her cheek on her right hand, "Fuuck, that was so good."
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*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker glances over to the window as she hears a distinct beep.  She squints, shaking her head as she dismisses the noise.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng glances out the window before standing up and laying down next to Cecilia on the floor.
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "Well, I don't /think/ they do drug testing for my company," as she chuckles softly, "God, I haven't had a wand since I lived in Florida."
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng reaches up to cover her mouth which supresses a light snicker, "Yuh... I hella enjoyed it. Uhh... That isn't the only thing, either. Can I ask you a personal question Cecilia?"
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "Yeah, go ahead Suze."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "Have you ever like ummm," she pauses, holding up air quotes, "like 'loved' someone before?"
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker lets a light breath escape her lips while gazing towards the dresser.  Her eyes soften before the corners of her mouth lift to a warm smile, nodding.
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng tilts her gaze upwards, offering a bit of a frown, "Well, I'm dating this guy, right? He's nice n' stuff, but like... I don't get relationships, Cecilia. The only interactions I've had with men was being hit by them, passively speaking with them, or sex. But he says that being in a relationship and loving someone is more than that, but I'm so confused."
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "It takes time." as she swallows, brushing off her shoulders, "But being in a relationship, at least for me... It was like having a friend you could share /all/ your secrets with, and you didn't mind spending all your time with 'em.  Sure, there'd be times you fight, but... Well... Love..."
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a nod, looking towards Cecilia as she finishes.
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "Pauses, rubbing her mouth with her left hand before replying again, "I can't think of a good way to explain it.  It's like waking up and looking to them in the face and being reminded: 'I want to spend every waking moment with them... As much as possible... As /long/ as possible.' ""
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng rubs her chin for a bit, "I feel that way about Kosami, but like... I wouldn't fuck Koko, and I'm pretty sure that is a prerequisite of being in a relationship, right?"
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker shakes her head replying with a bit of a smile, "Enh.  Not necessarily.  For some people it's a /lot/ of fun, but it's like... oh, how the hell do I phrase this right?"
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Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "It's a nice, fresly whipped up, cake.  Beautiful to look at.  Tastes great.  But, you don't eat it instead of a meal.  And, if you're full on other things, not something you really want every day."
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a nod, "Kay. Are you saying I'm gay, Cecilia?" Suzan's left eye searches Cecilia's face for any clues as to her actual feelings on the situation.
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker shakes her head as she brushes a little bit of hair from her forehead.  "Nah.  Just reflecting on what you said about sex.  You can love someone and not have to be that... /physical/.  If you enjoy their company so much that you'd want to live with them if you can, then that's what really matters."
*' She leans back on the tatami mat, gently resting her head on a small pillow near the base.  Sighing, she stares at the ceiling.
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a bit of a nod, turning her gaze towards the ceiling, "So like... do you love Frankie?"
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "I...  I dunno!  She's a lot of fun.  /Hell/ of a fashion sense."
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "She's like the sister I wish I had growing up.  I /liked/ my brother, but I always felt like I was missing something when I was younger.  It was either super rednecky, or bleach-blond plastic cheerleading crap from my mom.  I never had any time to just be myself.  I sorta feel like I can around Frankie, but I dunno."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "Do you act differently around me then?"
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker shakes her head, "Nah.  I gave up trying to put on 'airs' to people once I fled Tallahassee.  Unless it's a boss, or one of the metrocops, I figure there isn't much sense in hiding who you are anymore."
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a bit of a nod, remaining silent for a second before turning her head to the side and speaking towards Cecilia, "How well do I know you, Cecilia?"
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "At this point," she says with a little bit of a smirk, "I'd say more than all but maybe small handful.  Most of the people at work just know me for what I do on the job.  Not many of the public know who I am.  And Mike is... Well, he's /Mike/."
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*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a sharp exhale through her nose as her lips offer a smirk, "I uhh... You don't know me that well, I don't think, and I'm hella sorry 'cause you deserve to know me better..."
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker shrugs her shoulders, folding her hands behind the back of her head.  As she interleaves her fingers, she smiles - staring at the ceiling.  "Well, there's always time, and always new stuff to learn.  Whenever you'd like to talk, we've always got my place here."
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "And honestly, unless you're planning to draw and quarter me right now, I'm not sure too much would phase me."
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "Although shit, talking about joints is making jones for a hit."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "Making jones...?"
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Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "Ya ever heard of 'jonesing'?  It's like craving, but feels a little more 'urgent'."
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng shakes her head, "Nuh. Never... Uhh, anyways, I should like start now. I've kind of like talked with Cecilia and Kosami about myself, and you'd be the third person for me to really open up to, but..." She rolls to her side, a look of genuine fear and worry crossing her face, "You can't tell Kosami."
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker closes her eyes, nodding, "Don't worry.  I won't say anything."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "I am scared of Kosami, Cecilia. I love Kosami more than anything else in the world and if Kosami told me to kill myself or if I had to put down my life for hers, I'd do it in a heartbeat, but... I'm scared of her disaproving of me. I don't want her to hate me, Cecilia."
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker eyes cast down to the floor - staring blankly as if she's trying to comprehend her statement.  After a few seconds, she glances back to Suzan, responding with inqusitive compassion, "Why would Kosami everdisapprove of you?  You're great.  You've got ambition, you're driven, you've got a personal strength I would /kill/ to have.  Honestly, what you did to get this project going?  I would've been scared shitless to meet with a member of Civil Administration!  If she disapproves of you, that's on her."
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* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng shudders, shaking her head, "I... I've told things I shouldn't have. I thought I meant more to her than what I actually was. I thought she wanted me to spread the word, but she didn't. I am nothing but Gou to her, a dog. I'm a tool to her, and I know that I've almost destroyed everything for her.
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a sigh, reaching her hands up to her forehead, tears welling up in her eyes, another seeming first for the normally steely woman.
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker leans over, resting on her right shoulder.  She reaches out with her left hand - her facial expression softening out of concern.  "If you wanna cry - cry on me Suze.  I'm here for you."
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng rolls to her side, drawing her knees up to her chest as she does so. She grabs onto Cecilia's sleeve burrying her face, she mutters, "I've never felt so attatched to anyone, Cecilia. I mean... I've killed without a second though, and that... That isn't normal, is it, Cecilia? Not feeling remorse for insulting and hurting the feelings of others, taking lives without remorse..." Her voice trails off.
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker simply rubs Suzan's back as she mutters until her voice begins to grow quiet.  She looks down as her eyebrows arc softly and a few wrinkles drift across her forhead while she adopts a placid, almost sagacious. demeanor.
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Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "Suze, after spending so much time bouncing from city to city, and seeing so many 'hard' people never flinch.  You know what this is?"
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "It's your humanity Suze.  You've still got it.  Don't ever give it up."
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* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker would try to stroke her hair, letting out a little sigh, "I think we've /all/ had to do things over the last few years that we're not proud of.  That, at any given time before all this shit, we would've done virtually anything else to get away from it.  You /aren't/ alone Suze.  You're among friends here."
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng draws in a shakey breath, exhaling in the same uneven manner as Cecilia starts to rub her head, "I... I do... Thank you so much, Cecilia." She pauses, tightening her grip on Cecilia's sleeve, drawing her knees closer to her chest.
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "I've never felt this happy. For all the times I get beaten, and for every abuse I take in the Union... I finally have a home, food, and friends like you. You, Cece, and Koko.""
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "And I never thought I'd actually make friends out here," as she turns towards Suzan, "and I'm glad to call you one."
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "I need to tell you more... I've told you like what I did before the war, right?"
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker shakes her head, "Nah.  I don't think you ever told me that."
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* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng swallows, seeming to try and regain her compsure, yet remain burried in Cecilia's sleeve. She speaks in a soft tone with slight undertones of uncertainty, "I was a prostitute in China Town for most of the time from when I ran from home until the Union."
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* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker continues to rub Suzan's back, nodding as she pours herself into her sleeve.  Casting her eyes towards the back of her head, she offers a light, reassuring, squeeze of Suzan's shoulder.  Wordlessly, she continues to comfort her.
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng inhales, waiting for Cecilia to say something in response, something of surprise or repramend. When nothing comes, Suzan looks from her sleeve towards Cecilia, "You aren't bothered, Cecilia?"
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* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker shakes her head, continuing to rub Suzan's back as she looks up towards her.  A long, light breath escapes her lips as she offers a warm, welcoming, smile.  "Everyone carries something with them.  You carry one of the heavies loads, Suze."  Reaching for her shoulder, she squeezes tightly, "The only thing that even /remotely/ bothers me is keeping it in.  It's like a boiler with no relief valve.  I don't want you to bottle it up Suze.  It's not healthy, and I hate to see you worry, or be fearful."
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* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a slight nod of her head, "I... I understand. I alsos hould tell you why I ran, shouldn't I?"
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker whispers "Only if you feel like you need to," as she gives her shoulder a light squeeze, "I don't want you to feel obligated, okay?"
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T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "I should, you've been so open with me, and so forgivng, and I appriciate it. I'll tell you because I do feel an obligation. Is that okay n' stuff with you Cecilia?"
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker offers another wordless nod, gazing into her face.
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "I grew up with a father who abused both me and my sister day in, and day out. It was always with alchohol, that's... That's why I don't like it."
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker nods, shifting her body a little to free her right arm.  Resettling, she rests her elbow on the floor - her head perched on the palm of her right hand.
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng starts to sit up, speaking as she moves, pulling her overcoat off before pulling her tanktop off, "My teeth were utterly destroyed. I entered the union missing most of them. That was until Dr. Schister fixed them."
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*' Her back is crisscrossed with scars of varying degrees. Several are clearly lascerations, there are a few severe burn marks on her back, and a section on her lower right back where it appears portions of her skin was removed and then scarred over.
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker presses her hands against the floor, raising herself  back to a sitting position.  A mixture of pity, helplessness, and anger is visible in her eyes as she drinks in the panoply of scarring.  "God damn," she utters, bringing the fingers of her right hand to her mouth, "all of that done... by /him/?"
T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng whispers "Mostly. Marcus only ever slapped me. I... Only have one regret in my life, and that is that I didn't kill him when I ran from home. I killed the wrong person..." her voice trails off as her shoulders sag, heself slumping into a defeated position."
[OOC] C17:75.JURY-1: You know what they say...
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker reaches out with her right hand, resting it on Suzan's shoulder.  "You're here, and you've survived.  A lesser person wouldn't have been able to make it.  Suze?  The best revenge can sometimes be simply existing, despite everything they throw at you.  Even if you didn't do what you /feel/ you needed to do, think of every day that /you/ move on with your life as being a middle fuckin' finger to /him/."
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* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng lets out a deep sigh, reaching up to rub her forehead before speaking softly, "Can I stay here, Cecilia? I don't want Stephen to see me like this."
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker nods, digging through her keyring.  "Here," she says, offering her a spare,  "crash on any of the couches or mats if ya like.  Don't have much for food, but I'll cook what I can in the morning."  Smiling, she squeezes Suzan's shoulder one last time for the evening.  "And I mean it about here.  If you need /anyone/ to talk to, c'mere, okay?"
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng turns her head, offering a bit of a nod, "Yuh. Will do, Cecilia. Thank you so much."
*** Cecilia 'Curie' Baker nods, offering a warm smile.  "Now make sure ya get some rest, okay?"
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng reaches for her tanktop, sliding it on before standing back up, "Right. Where do you want me to sleep?"
Cecilia 'Curie' Baker says "Enh." as she shrugs her shoulders, "Anywhere you'd like.  I'm so used to sleeping in restaurant booths that even the friggin' carpet is like a bed to me."
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng offers a smile, "Yuh. I get it." She makes her way to the couch, pausing at it before smiling back at Cecilia for a few seconds before beckoning her over.
* T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng leans in close again, dropping her voice, "Do me a favor... When you see Kosami, ask her about the poem." Suzan leans back, offering a soft smile that carries the faintest hint of worry.
* Cecilia 'Curie' Baker offers a nod.  "Next time I see her, I'll ask."
*** T. Suzan 'Five' Cheng flops onto the couch curling up and quickly falling asleep.