Wagman
Lance Corporal
Permanent Potato Peeler
It's Potato Night, Every Night.
Posts: 52
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Post by Wagman on Dec 9, 2014 9:13:33 GMT -5
William throws his bag in the corner of the room. There will be plenty of time to unpack later.
Now's the best time if ever to get to know the other soldiers around the base, plus a drink or two couldn't hurt.
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Post by Daniel Vázquez on Dec 9, 2014 9:28:55 GMT -5
Daniel grabbed the glass from the counter and faced Tom.
-“I'm Waiting for the confirmation of my transfer to Delta, there are rumors around but the commander didn’t said anything official about it yet” – He took a sip of his drink – “…someone had to help the rookies to not bleed out” – He answered with a grin on his face and turn to the new guy who was throwing a bag in the corner of the room. –“You’re new, right? Come here and sit” – He pointed at free stool next to him.
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Wagman
Lance Corporal
Permanent Potato Peeler
It's Potato Night, Every Night.
Posts: 52
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Post by Wagman on Dec 9, 2014 9:50:39 GMT -5
"I just arrived today." William walks over and sits in the stool next to Daniel. He then begins to look over the counter at the selection. Will then looks over at Daniel and asks, "How much of the monthly budget goes into restocking the bar?"
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Post by Random Commander on Dec 9, 2014 9:59:59 GMT -5
Tom turned to the new guy Daniel was talking to... Voices started to ebb in his head - now he KNOWS he's drunk. Except one of the voices - albeit alien - made itself clear:
Threat! Threat!
Tom makes a perplexed look, first off how the hell did the voices learn english? And second, what is so threatening about an XCOM soldier? There is nothing about him that makes him look like a threat...
Oh shit. Tom thinks he knows the face of the guy, it is one unlike his own: serious and dangerous, yet weary. The face of an assassin - probably retired, but nonetheless a pretty damn possible threat. Not to mention if Tom thinks he knows someone, it is more than likely that they were sent to kill him. Tom has made a habit to know about every hitman and assassin he could find, and it's a habit that has saved his skin many times Amazing what one can do with a computer and a little bit of information, however it has been a long time since he has been on a computer - with the exception of David's laptop. But a question still crosses Tom's mind: how did he get past XCOM security? He sees the ensignia - Of course! He's a soldier!
Suspicion and worry shrouds Tom's face as any hint of drunkenness disappears. "I have a bad feeling about this one." he says in a surprisingly serious tone.
Zhang cools himself, Thurston has left, and therefore Saunders shouldn't have much of a problem interacting anymore. One of the new faces from Alpha squad - the male one - follow suit: what could he possibly have to say to the Goat?
Zhang can't help but feel something else is wrong. He sees the Newer face, one that is rumored to be in Delta, no doubt. From the corner of his eye, he sees a seriously disturbed face looking at the Private: it was Saunders. Curses, it seems like Tom's troubles are far from over.
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Post by Daniel Vázquez on Dec 9, 2014 10:35:33 GMT -5
Daniel went to answer William question when he heard what Tom said. He looked serious, more than usual. –“What’s the matter?” – Asked Daniel as he finished his drink. – “Are you feeling well?”
Daniel knew that probably Saunders was drunk, but his face... Daniel sighed and smiled. – “Get up Tom, if you drink another glass of this poison we’ll have to carry to your room – The Bartender looked at Daniel when he said that – “I’ll give you something for the hangover you certainly will have tomorrow, come on” – Daniel got up, the best thing was to try to get Saunders out of there, he had a “reputation” around the base and that looked like the start of another story like the one which said that he was running around with a loaded shotgun.
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Slater
Lance Corporal
Wants a SHIV as a pet
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Post by Slater on Dec 9, 2014 10:36:49 GMT -5
Slater walks into the bar looking to relax a little. "Man I've never seen Keith leave the bar first before." Slater Sits himself down at the bar and orders a beer.
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Post by Random Commander on Dec 9, 2014 10:45:27 GMT -5
Tom once again had a perplexed look, this time at Daniel. Then he realized his mistake and laughed - it was just a voice after all! "Sorry, I guess I'm still stressed with Keith being a huge bastard and all. Eh, he'll get over it or die trying I suppose! Ahahaha-- I shouldn't joke about that."
Tom notices Daniel's confused look. "What? I'm fine, as drunken standards go!"
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Post by Daniel Vázquez on Dec 9, 2014 11:12:18 GMT -5
A grin crossed Daniel’s face relieved at Tom level of drunkenness. – “Don’t worry about Thurston, he can be quite… Thurston, You two will end getting along”
-“So, I should get going.”- He said- “If the commander decides to send me with Delta I presume I need to be sober” - Daniel moved towards the exit– “For the hangover of tomorrow… just… drink a lot of water”- He finally said
As he approached to the exit he noticed that Zhang was sitting alone, he said goodbye to him with a nod and left.
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Post by Ze Test Itself on Dec 9, 2014 11:25:05 GMT -5
Oliver calmly took bites out of his sandwich, looking around the bar. He had frowned when Keith left the bar, rambling on about the 'Rat'. Oliver wished that the tension would go down. Yes, Saunders had sold out another soldier. Yes, he had walked around the base with a loaded shotgun. But Oliver had no doubt in his mind that the 'Rat' had learnt from his mistakes. Though, maybe that was just his bias from knowing who started the prank...
Oliver realized that he had zoned out a bit, and looked around to see a new face in the bar. His clothing and overall look suggested that he was a new soldier. "You've arrived at a rather... interesting time." He pointed out, making sure to put down his sandwich first. Manners, manners...
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Post by Random Commander on Dec 9, 2014 11:31:22 GMT -5
Zhang nods back. Whatever the medic has done, it seems to have worked. The 'Rat' is no longer worked up. Regardless, he must keep watch. Zhang sips his soup and continues to ponder.
Tom turns to the new guy, smiling a bit this time. "No hard feelings. Name's Tom Saunders, Charlie Squad. Welcome to XCOM!" He can feel his normal self returning... with a bit of a headache but still. Tom snaps his fingers "Hey uh..."
Before he could say anything, Janice already handed him a glass of water and took the whiskey. "I'll store it in the fridge for you, Tommy." She goes to the back and passes Mike, who scoffs in Tom's general direction.
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Post by Jchizz on Dec 9, 2014 13:17:29 GMT -5
Talia looks over at Daniel as he leaves, snapping out of her daydream. "Wait-! Delta? You're being transferred?" She frowns and looks to Tom and the others sitting next to her at the bar. "I, uh, I'll be right back." She stands takes her drink, walking over to Daniel. Talia sways a little as she walks, betraying her drunkenness, but keeps her feet underneath her and holds her balance well.
Talia catches up to Daniel by the door. "Why are you joining Delta?" She asks with a frown, looking disappointed.
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Post by Daniel Vázquez on Dec 9, 2014 14:13:01 GMT -5
Talia was in front of him frowning, she was obviously drunk, in other case she wouldn’t come to ask an explanation for his transfer to Delta, not that fast. Daniel smiled at her.
-“It’s not official yet” – he said trying to calm her– “But there’re rumors, the Commander asked the squad leaders to lend one soldier of each squad to Delta, and Ryan chose me.”- He sighed and looked at the glass in the hand of Talia – “How did you get here running without spilling that?” –Daniel shook his head – “Anyways, It’s not my choice; I would choose Bravo, that’s for sure”
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Post by Jchizz on Dec 9, 2014 14:25:27 GMT -5
Talia waves her free hand. "Just because I'm drunk doesn't mean I can't take care of myself. I'm not ~that~ bad!" She lets out a short giggle, then smiles a little. "It's too bad... I liked our squad the way it was. Do you know who we'll be getting instead?" She sips her drink, then holds the glass out to him, offering him a taste.
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Post by Daniel Vázquez on Dec 9, 2014 14:50:12 GMT -5
Daniel grinned and accept the drink.– "That’s a lot of sugar!" – said Daniel chuckling – "I really don’t know who is going to be the one in Bravo, In any case you still have the SHIV and the last time that Terminator thing worked well" - He returned the drink to Talia - "Enjoy the rest of the party, I should get going, try not to drink too much or tomorrow you're going to regret it"- Daniel looked again at the glass in Talia’s hand – “God, I still had the taste in my mouth, It’s like drinking a strawberry lollypop” – he said laughing.
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Post by Jchizz on Dec 9, 2014 14:59:38 GMT -5
Talia laughs with him. "It's not strawberry, it's pineapple!" She smiles to him as their laughter subsides. "I'll see you soon, then. Sleep well!" She turns at that, heading back over to the bar to join the others.
Talia slides back into her stool. The young woman waves to Slater and Oliver. She then notices William and promptly recalls the newcomers arrival, offering him a bright smile. "Hi! I'm Talia. Bravo squad. I think I missed your name... what did you say it was?"
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