Outside the Mall: Ebony

[_ebony_]

After hearing the commotion coming in the direction of the hospital, Ebony followed Siva Salene and Dax, all be it somewhat slowly. No sense in charging the entrance of the hospital all at once even if there was trouble. Upon reaching the scene, Ebony remained stationed in the doorway. There seemed to be more than enough people to deal with the

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[general_jay]

Jay walked through the darkened streets as if on automatic pilot. He paused outside the carpark to gather himself. Long practice meant it took very little time for him to compose his face into the proper balance of aloof concern. Clearing his mind proved more difficult. Jay was all too aware that he'd accomplished nothing that day. Problems, which had been growing in his mind for some time, now resisted being shut safely away.
When he made out the dim figure standing before him he forgot all about his internal struggle.
"Ebony," he said, startled, "What are you doing here?" As soon as the words were out of his mouth he felt a rush of shame. Of course she would be wondering where he was. Didn't he worry when she left without a word? It was unfair of him to assume she wouldn't.

[_ebony_]

[OOC: Sorry it took me so long! I didn't know you'd posted until late last night and I was gone most of today. >.It had gotten darker, and darker, and there had still been no sign of Jay. In fact, very few people had crossed within her line of site, but at each shadowed movement Ebony's eyes strained to make out who was approaching. With each possibility, she held her breath just slightly, exhaling in disappointment when the dim form turned out to be just a random passerby. At first, Ebony thought her eyes were just playing tricks on her as a figure approached with a very familiar stride to his step. Squinting hard, it only took a few more seconds before the blond hair on the individual became vaguely visible. It was only until Jay had approached close enough to be unmistakable that she allowed herself to believe it truly was him

[general_jay]

Jay wrapped his arms around her, surprised at his own relief to have her solidly there with him once more. This was only the calm before the storm, but there would be time later for answering her. Momentarily he felt the smallest hint of satisfaction and severely suppressed it. Ebony had clearly been frightened for him, there was absolutely nothing positive to be gained from hurting someone he loved.
"I'm here," he said, soothingly, "I'm safe."

[_ebony_]

Just hearing Jay's words was enough to truly push aside all feelings of anger and suspicion for the moment. Maybe later tonight they'd discuss it, but right now, all she wanted to do was get back inside. Ebony pulled away after a few moments, looking back in the direction of the mall. She knew dinner had to at least be well under way by now, and Jay had been gone virtually all day. More than likely he hadn't brought much if any food along so he had to be starving at this point. While she herself had eaten a late lunch, dinner didn't sound all that bad either. Taking his hand firmly in hers, she offered a small but genuine smile before motioning to the mall. "How 'bout some food."

[general_jay]

Jay's stomach lurched at the mention of food, he hadn't even considered eating in hours. Ebony seemed willing to forgive his unexcused absence for now, and he was grateful. He smiled back at her, the tension drifting out of his body. "Lead the way."
A warm meal, a hot shower, then bed with his girl beside him... His brain stopped before it went too far down that line. Jay wasn't usually one to put things off, and he still hadn't seen his brother since the morning's happenings. That confrontation couldn't wait any longer. Unfortunately, he was no closer to knowing how to handle the situation.
He yawned hugely, belatedly trying to cover his gaping mouth with his free hand. It all seemed a bit over his head just now.

[_ebony_]

Ebony gave a slight smile before turning toward the direction of the mall. As Jay smiled she realized that she too was slightly drowsy, but the night was still young and who knew what it would hold. Food was definitely first on the agenda, so with that in mind and Jay by her side, the two headed back into the mall and into The Cafe.