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Post by River Tam on May 27, 2006 23:08:53 GMT -5
*River was in the cargo bay, watching the other's move off the ship, moving to explore Persephone. Captain said they had the whole day to do whatever they fancied...and it seemed everyone was rushing to get off the ship. Not River. Serenity was where she was comfortible...where she liked being. She saw no need to rush...infact, she didn't really want to leave.
Her eyes searched around the cargo area, looking for him. She knew he hadn't left yet...she had been down here waiting, since before they landed. She sat ontop of the mule, her hands between her parted legs, pressed against the cool metal. Her dress brushed above her ankles, her bare feet kicking back and forth slowly, as her eyes continued to wander.
She hadn't seen him for two days nearly...having stuck to herself. Aside from her brief discussion with Inara. Part of her wasn't sure what she wanted to do...even after talking with the Companion about it. She suggested sharing her feelings...telling him. But how could you simply come out and say something like that? He was old enough to be her father...even if she had interest, she doubted it was returned. Ofocurse she could find out...but she didn't want to. She didn't want to read his thoughts...hear the whispers from his mind.
Mostly because she was afraid they wouldn't be what she wanted to hear...that they would be hurtful, make her young heart ache. She sighed, continuing to look and wait, ignoring the other's as they passed by*
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Post by Jayne Cobb on Jun 2, 2006 11:57:31 GMT -5
Jayne moved about his bunk, deciding what shirt to wear, of all things. The merc normally wouldn't have cared, because they would be here on a job. As that wasn't the case anymore, he wanted to look nice for any ladies he happened to come across. 'Specially ones you had to pay for.
After a few more minutes of rummaging, he finally settled on a t-shirt; deep red and semi-new, threw it on and left his bunk, holstering a gun as he left.
You could never be too careful.
He was making his way down the stairs when he saw River sitting on the mule, watching as the others were leaving the ship. His heart jumped a bit at seeing her slim form. Even from the back, she was beautiful. And that made him more nervous than he had ever been. Not even thinking that Mal would space him or that Simon could perform a careful surgery on him, no. He was thinking that he should be thinking that what he was feeling for River was wrong. She was young enough to be his daughter and she certainly wouldn't go for someone like Jayne. More like some rich hwoon dahn on a Core planet.
He took a deep breath, to calm his nerves and to suppress his rising anger at the thought of her being with someone else and entered the cargo bay area, walking near the mule, making sure he could see her.
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Post by River Tam on Jun 5, 2006 20:51:50 GMT -5
*Her eyes shifted when he entered the cargo bay, casually. She didn't want it to look like she had been eagerly waiting for him. Which, was what the case was.
She gave him a delicate smile, her hair hanging in such a way that it shieled most of her face. She hid...always hid. All you could really see was her eyes peeking through the dark strands, and her lips. She ran her tongue across them, before parting them to speak*
Hello Jayne *She said in a much quieter voice then usual. She didn't want the others to hear her, though she didn't need much effort. Most were already off the ship. She had laughed slightly at how fast Kaylee had darted off onto the soil, though it brought a little frown to her lips when she noticed she didn't wait for her brother. She really wished the two of them would communicate...fix whatever was wrong. River knew deep down what it was. Kaylee's whispers were sound loud, it took a great deal of effort to block them away from her mind*
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Post by Jayne Cobb on Jun 5, 2006 21:11:14 GMT -5
Hello Jayne
He jumped a bit when he heard her voice. "Hey," he said, unsure of what else to say. He warmed a bit when he saw her smile through her hair.
"Ain't you goin' with them? With us?" he corrected himself, wondering if she heard the hopeful undertone in his voice. He walked over closer to her, placing his hand on the mule next to where she was sitting.
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Post by River Tam on Jun 5, 2006 21:21:33 GMT -5
*Her mind was reeling. He was right there, beside her. She could reach out, brush her hand against his, feel the warmth of his skin...in even the smallest way. She hated herself for her feelings as of late. Crushes were for children...and she was no child.
But in his eyes, she had to be. She had joined this crew as a shell of a person...and they all treated her like a child. Things were simpler now...she was herself, almost, again. But she doubted she could push that perception away...make them see who she really was.
She glanced up at him, her hand coming up to stroke away the hair that was shielding her face. She let her blockers down when he was around...she was willing to let him in. She just doubted he would want to...she was positive he thought of her as just a nausance.
But if she remained saying nothing, she was sure she would drive herself back to insanity. Finally, she ran her tongue across her lips again, speaking still in a quiet voice* I would rather stay here...*She paused for a moment* Only for a little while....I'll go out sometime before we leave.
*She moved her eyes down his form, only briefly. Her eyes rested on his waist for a few passing seconds. She felt her stomach turn, her body giving a small ache. She hated the academy for the lessons...they made her crave now, when before she hadn't. And her whole body was screaming with desire. Her leg gave a jerk, her knee pressing into her thiegh. She had to bite down on her lip to keep from moaning.
Quickly she averted her eyes back up to look at him* Maybe...you could stay, with me?
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Post by Jayne Cobb on Jun 5, 2006 22:39:44 GMT -5
I would rather stay here...Only for a little while....I'll go out sometime before we leave.
Jayne nodded a bit, leaning against the mule next to her, trying not to touch her bare legs. At least not on purpose. He smiled when she moved her hair away from her face. She looked beautiful when he could see her whole face.
He started when he saw her looking him over, which she know doubt was doing. He had had it happen enough to know what she was doing.
Maybe...you could stay, with me?
Jayne raised. His first reaction was to protest, but something wouldn't let him. Before he knew what he was saying, he said, "Sure. I'll stay, for awhile at least. I'd like t'get somethin' t'eat better'n the stuff on this boat."
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Post by River Tam on Jun 5, 2006 22:46:26 GMT -5
*Her heart skipped a beat. He didn't say no, and that made her smile even more. She gave a nod of her head*
I know what you mean. Protein Packs...*She made a face, shaking her head. She wanted to go to the market while they were on the planet...pick up some fruit. She had held onto most of her last earnings and she really really wanted a crate of pears. She knew it would take most of her credits, but she loved them so much.
She glanced over to him again, now not sure of what to say. Her confidence left her...after asking him to remain. She remained quiet*
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Post by Jayne Cobb on Jun 5, 2006 22:59:41 GMT -5
I know what you mean. Protein Packs...
Jayne smirked at that. "I can't stomach them gorram things. Takes all the fun outta eatin'." He winked at her a bit at that and continued. "Was gonna buy some fruit when we landed. Maybe some more oranges or pears or summat such like."
He didn't know what else to say so he ran a hand through his hair, never taking his eyes off of her.
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Post by River Tam on Jun 5, 2006 23:10:15 GMT -5
*She giggled a little.* I usually...pretend it's something else. Something that tastes good. You use your imagination enough, you start to believe it...*She smiled at him then grinned even more*
I was planning on getting pears...they are my favorite. Back on Osiris, Mama used to buy them all the time and I'd always hide them from Simon, because they were mine. Or atleast...I considered them to be *She smiled*
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Post by Jayne Cobb on Jun 7, 2006 22:40:01 GMT -5
I usually...pretend it's something else. Something that tastes good. You use your imagination enough, you start to believe it...
"Do reckon you're right," he admitted, grateful for something to talk about with River. "Fact is, I have t' use my 'magination more often then not when dinner comes."
I was planning on getting pears...they are my favorite. Back on Osiris, Mama used to buy them all the time and I'd always hide them from Simon, because they were mine. Or atleast...I considered them to be.
"Pears is alright. Rather have apples when I got the money. Was plannin' on buyin' some anyway, unless we went to some place t'eat."
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Post by River Tam on Jun 7, 2006 22:44:15 GMT -5
*She nodded her head, her hands shifting to rest in her lap. She gazed down at them as she spoke*
Apple's are good in pie. *She glanced to Jayne, a smirk on her face* Mal is taking Inara to dinner *She said it quietly, like it was a secret.*
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Post by Jayne Cobb on Jun 7, 2006 23:00:22 GMT -5
"There's one thing I love, it's apple pie," he said, watching as she moved her hands to her lap. He wanted to hold one of them, but didn't know when would be a good time to do so.
"Mal's actually doin' somethin' for 'Nara? Amazin' he ain't flat-out denyin' it."
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Post by River Tam on Jun 7, 2006 23:05:01 GMT -5
*Her smile grew, her eyes shifting back to him. She took in a small breath* With ice cream on the top *She smirked slightly, shaking her head*
Well he hasn't gone out and said it yet. Keepin' it in his head...but he's excited. *She glanced back to her lap, speaking even more quiet now* Just wish they'd admit how they feel...it's not like it's a secret...*She felt a slight ping of guilt for saying that. It almost made her sound hypocritical, being she was acting just like Mal.
Ofcourse, Mal had a shot with Inara. That was the difference*
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Post by Jayne Cobb on Jun 7, 2006 23:46:30 GMT -5
With ice cream on the top
Jayne smiled. "Love ice cream. 'Specially chocolate."
Well he hasn't gone out and said it yet. Keepin' it in his head...but he's excited. Just wish they'd admit how they feel...it's not like it's a secret...
"Mm," Jayne grunted. "Anyone with an eye can see that." He had a feeling he knew how Mal felt. Keeping quiet about his feelings for a girl hadn't ever settled right with Jayne. Though, in this case, the girl happened to be half his age. He was almost tempted to do something about it, couldn't stand the fact that he might be acting like Mal.
"I-" Jayne started, but then stopped, looking away, thinking about how ridiculous he might sound.
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Post by River Tam on Jun 7, 2006 23:50:55 GMT -5
No, no...Strawberry.
*Her eyes shifted to him immediatly, her breath getting caught in her throat. Her mind had been wandering, back to him again. She was doing her best, trying to push the thoughts of Jayne from her mind. But she couldn't...but she also didn't really want to. She just thought she had to.
She bit down on her bottom lip, her hand slowly reaching out, resting on his knee* You?
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