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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 2, 2009 1:14:40 GMT
"No, I don't want anything. I was just selling some old artifacts." The old salesman glares slightly at her before Shell just rolls her eyes. "Thanks for the few galleons, I might be back later this week and no mentioning to anyone I was here. I don't need the ministry bugging me." Instead of replying he just waves his hand at her once she put her black robe back around herself.
Times had been getting tough lately with money as Rubalyn had gone and ruined her quidditch career for the time being. She went as far as to injure an opposing player's broom and leg, causing her to be on suspension until notice and needed some money.
Walking out of the shoppe, she bumps into a taller man, looking up through her ruffled curls underneath the cloak. Instantly frowning she sighs and bites her lip. "Sorry Logan. Maybe you should pay attention to where you're going." she mutters, feeling a bit of Ruby flaring up in her already by just looking at him. It had only been a week now since she had been back so she was still wasn't herself. [/blockquote] |
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 2, 2009 10:18:26 GMT
I think I'm starting to border on brain dead a good seventy percent of the time. There is precious little neural activity going on. On the one hand it's sort of pleasant because I have an awful lot of things I'd rather not be thinking about, but on the other it's really annoying because it means it's entirely feasible that I suddenly zone back in and wonder how the fuck I got here.
This is one of those times. One of those really irritating 'what the fuck?' sort of realisations. I don't think I made any conscious choice to end up in Knockturn Alley, none at all, and if I didn't know the place so well then I probably wouldn't even know where I am. As it is, I fortunately recognise this place, and I unfortunately recognise the woman I've just bumped into who's jerked me out of my peaceful vegetative reverie.
"Yeah, fuck off." I reply under my breath, apparently still a little too dazed and out of it to come up with a better response.
I don't even care who she is today, because I'm fairly sure I want to say that to both of them. So unless she has another alternative personality that is going to come up with some other way to piss me off, it's fine.
"So who the hell are you today then?"
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 6, 2009 6:44:03 GMT
Shell looks up at him before brushing a hand through her darker than usual blonde curls. She figured she should go with a more natural color this time than bleach blonde. "Actually, I think it's a little of both. I would go by Shell, but I wouldn't go back behind that shop if I was you..." she says shrugging a little almost as a way to say indirectly that she just killed some random wizard that tried to ''take her'' in the alley. "Unless you're trying to get caught by the ministry on purpose, then be my guest."
It was weird, being both Shell and Ruby at once. So many thoughts, dreams, wants and fears. Ironically, some of the wants and fears were the same and this made the Shell part of herself worry while the other was smirking. If anyone needed a realistic example of the two imaginary conscious people on your shoulders, she was living proof that theory was real. Always deciding between the two halves that made her whole.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 6, 2009 10:59:10 GMT
"Think I'll pass on the getting caught...not high on my list of priorities." I reply, shrugging idly. I don't care what she's done or who she did it to...I'm sure it was entertaining, but it's none of my business.
"Little bit of both?" I repeat after a moment, in a tone that's edged slightly with disbelief. I think the whole different personality thing is something I can wrap my head around, but it's a little harder to believe that maybe they just got bored of fighting and decided to share or whatever. "Well, I'm sure that's very pleasant for you."
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 6, 2009 13:24:26 GMT
She shrugs before tilting her head underneath the black hood of her cloak. "Suit yourself then. And yes a little of both. Even though I'm technically Shelby, parts of Ruby are still present. For example that alleyway and her clothing." she says smiling at him almost resembling a smirk. "Oh of course... it's better than her completely taking control, but I would prefer her gone even if you think otherwise."
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 6, 2009 13:38:53 GMT
I shrug, because I don't know how I'm supposed to reply to that or what I'm supposed to comment on. Joy for split personalities?
And I don't think otherwise, actually, because maybe it would be better if she was gone. I can't imagine it's overly pleasant to spend the majority of the time locked up in someone's head so maybe it'd be best for her if she just disappeared.
"So what are you doing here then? Just indulging her or what?"
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 6, 2009 13:50:06 GMT
"I really don't know. She was the one that wanted to come here, not me. Maybe she was hoping to see you cause now she's all happy meanwhile I could punch your face in. It's obviously too complicated for even me to understand Logan." she says crossing her arms but she had a frown on her lips as if he was the one with the answer for why they were like this right now.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 6, 2009 13:57:41 GMT
"Hm, I'm flattered." I reply dryly. This is a very weird conversation to have, actually, now that I think about it. Her telling me about how Ruby is right now...because I'm not sure if I'm supposed to be responding or something, or if there'd be any point, or if I even want to.
And I also don't want to waste time figuring it out when I don't have the energy or will to. I'm in a very lethargic, apathetic sort of mood and she's sort of disrupting it by making me think and converse.
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 6, 2009 17:50:28 GMT
Shell rolls her eyes before shaking her head lightly. "I'm sure you are after that whole affair thing you two had in the kitchen. I'd appreciate it if you kept to yourself and not touch my lips, let alone my body." she mutters before sighing a bit. Feeling the Ruby side of her getting upset with this, she looks back up at him. "N-Never mind. Um. I fucking hate this." she says putting a hand through her hair. This is absolutely crazy in every sense of the word.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 6, 2009 18:41:14 GMT
"It's not my fault your alter-ego's so pushy." I shrug.
And also they weren't her lips and it wasn't her body at the time...but it was, just not...technically, or something. Something like that. I know there's a difference anyway.
But then she negates it with a 'nevermind' so I just have to shrug again. This is somewhat amusing, actually. I'm vaguely enjoying watching her antagonise herself.
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 7, 2009 5:42:46 GMT
"It's not my fault that you caved into her seducing nature." she shrugs back at him before biting her lip as she looks around a couple people staring at the two of them. "You're finding this entertaining aren't you? I on the other hand, wish you would stop shrugging at me." she says with a sigh before closing her eyes. Shelby, kiss him. You know you want to. You'll understand once you do." "Not a fucking chance Rubalyn." she mumbles, but loud enough so Logan could probably hear as she placed her hands on either side of her head.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 7, 2009 11:28:56 GMT
I suppose she has a point there, so I don't reply tot he first part.
"Ah...yes, I am finding this quite entertaining," I agree, then shrug at her very deliberately when she tells me not to.
I smirk slightly, amused, "Not a fucking chance of what?"
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 7, 2009 17:53:07 GMT
She sighs lightly, once he shrugs again before glaring at his smirk. "None of your fucking business Andrews." she mumbles before biting her lip, almost curious to do so now. "Get a grip, Shelby. She's just trying to mess with your head." "Just one kiss... what could happen?" Sighing again she winces her eyes before taking a peak at him as her teeth stay embedded in her lower lip.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 7, 2009 18:03:24 GMT
I raise an eyebrow slightly at that, not because of the 'none of your fucking business' which seems appropriate, but because of the wincing and the strange expression and the general disadvantage of having no idea what's going on.
So much as it's temporarily entertaining, I have no idea of whatever actual torment is going on and therefore my interest is waning.
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 7, 2009 18:15:06 GMT
"Oh quit acting childish and kiss him. It's not like he's going to kill you."
Shell sighs again before finally looking up at him properly. "She wants me to kiss you... happy now? And as much as I rather slap you across your face, I keep... fuck this." she says mumbling again before taking a step towards him. "Well?"
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 7, 2009 18:21:43 GMT
"Not happy, no. I'd rather be slapped, thanks..." Pause while I have to think about that and then decide it's probably true, "Although that wasn't an invitation to do it."
I'd like to take a step back as well, just in case she does decide to slap me or Ruby wins out, but I don't like backing away unless I absolutely have to, so I'm not going anywhere...even when she does step forward.
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 7, 2009 18:27:11 GMT
Taking another step forward, she places a hand on her hip before tilting her head to the side a little. "I know you've always wondered... just go on." "I have to admit I thought about it a couple times, the kissing you part." she says softly as her feet take her another step forward their bodies almost touching. This had to be weird in the stand point of anyone walking by right now, but that was the last thing on her mind. With some help from Rubalyn, she stands on her toes and kisses him on the lips knowing he was probably just going to push her back.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 7, 2009 18:31:41 GMT
About five minutes ago - stuck in lethargy as I was - I didn't think it was possible to back up so quickly, but now I know it is because I have and I'm already a few paces back before I even figure out what the hell just happened.
And then all I can think of to say is a firm, somewhat condescending, "No."
Not this time, and not for her. I'm not fucking everything up again just for the sake of a kiss or a fuck...it's no where near worth it.
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 7, 2009 18:41:52 GMT
Shell glances up at him before shaking her head. "Why not? We're similar, unlike you and Arden. It's just a kiss Logan." she says softly, almost smirking at him now as she crosses her arms lightly. "Are you really that scared of me?" she comments, seeing how quickly he backed away from her, only resulting in her walking towards him again.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 7, 2009 18:47:19 GMT
"Well you know what they say about opposites." I reply uneasily.
She's reminding me more of Ruby than the other one right now, and when Ruby's involved everything tends to go to shit, and I don't care if it's just a kiss or not because just a kiss can make everything fucked and I don't want that.
"I'm not scared of you." I mutter, stopping short because backing away while saying that doesn't help back me up.
I'm actually vaguely insulted by the notion, because of course I've not scared of her, have never been scared of her...I just don't like the chaos she leaves in her wake.
Hm...well, not anymore, anyway.
True. I used to like the chaos and the general destruction she was entirely capable of, but not anymore.
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 7, 2009 19:18:52 GMT
"What they attract? That's just a load of bullocks..." she says shaking her head. "Mostly that's for people who don't even believe they will last long with the partner they're currently with." she says laughing a little at him now, once he stopped moving backwards. "What's wrong love? It seems that you're scared of little ol' Shelby." she says softly as she peaks from underneath her hood. "Are you really that worried over a kiss?"
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 7, 2009 23:24:20 GMT
"Is it?" I half-shrug and half-shake my head at the same time because I honestly don't care about whether or not it's bollocks.
"You're really not as intimidating as you think you are then," I answer, "Not scary at all. And I'm not worried...just unwilling."
And that's a bit of a lie...more of a half-truth, I suppose. Because I am worried that I won't remain unwilling because I never seem to be able to.
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 8, 2009 0:00:54 GMT
She shrugs a little before rolling her eyes not even bothering to answer the question seeing as she thought it was bollocks.
"Are you sure about that part Logan? Unwilling? I think that's a lie. So why don't you just kiss me?" she says again this time putting her hands around his neck once they were close again.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 8, 2009 0:06:11 GMT
"More of a half-truth than an outright lie, actually..." I answer, gently easing her arms off me again but otherwise standing my ground, "And I don't want to kiss you, so that should be a good enough reason for why I'm not going to."
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 8, 2009 0:09:07 GMT
"Well half-truth means you would sort of want to kiss me." Shell says before tilting her head lightly to the side again, moving her arms this time around his torso. "Actually Rubalyn is the one who wants a relationship with you. I just want to see what's so amazing about you. I really don't think there's anything special but I'm still curious."
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 8, 2009 0:19:09 GMT
I'm going to ignore most of that and just push her off again, not quite as gently as before because my patience is wearing a little thin.
"Well, either way..."
I don't know how the hell I'm supposed to end that sentence or even what the hell I'm supposed to say. But I don't care who's at home in there right now or who's assaulting me, but I'm not particularly comfortable with it and I'm not cheating again because I really don't like doing that.
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 8, 2009 0:21:50 GMT
"Either way what?" she asks getting frustrated now before almost tempted to slap him. "I bet a galleon if I was Ruby right now you would have already be kissing her huh?" she asks just laughing a little once he pushed her off again.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 8, 2009 0:27:11 GMT
I don't want to have this conversation. I don't want to talk about Ruby or whether or not I would already be kissing her.
So after a moment, I roll my eyes and then kiss her very briefly and very lightly...so much so that it doesn't even count and therefore can't be classed as infidelity so I'm in the clear.
"There. Fucking happy now? Satisfied curiosity, now you can stop bothering me, right?"
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Post by Shelby Crescent on Apr 8, 2009 0:35:14 GMT
"Actually that technically wasn't a kiss, but I guess that will make due. Not enough to curve my curiosity though..." she says with a sigh before pushing her hood off her dark curls. "I guess so..." she adds quietly trying to smile weakly at him.
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Post by Logan Andrews on Apr 8, 2009 0:42:01 GMT
Actually it technically was a kiss but I'm not going to correct her in case her 'curiosity' decides to go spastic again.
I glance awkwardly across the street now, significantly less entertained than I was a couple of minutes ago. God, I wonder what the fuck is coming next and whether or not I should just get out of here before she goes even crazier.
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