20 (Mickey Steps Out)

[her_mouse_jesty]

[Out and about at the PokeMart, Minnie turns on the video. You may or may not notice her cheek is slightly bruised - because she can't go a month without bodily harm Shadow was a meanie and pushed her hard. But she's bright and cheery!]

Hello everyone! I hope you're all having a pleasant day. My new friend Ahiru reminded me how fast time flies...

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[tiercelet]

Minnie? [He catches her in the Mart and steps closer with a frown]

What happened to your cheek?

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[her_mouse_jesty]

Oh, this little thing?

[She'll try and brush some hair aside, trying to hide the bruise.]

Nothing, nothing, I just... fell.

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[tiercelet]

I don't believe that for a second. [He gently takes hold of her shoulders, getting a closer look at the bruise. His expression darkens]

Who did this to you?

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[her_mouse_jesty]

[Looks away.]

... It's worse than what it was. I was pushed, and my surprise let me fall harder, that's all..

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[tiercelet]

Who, Minnie. [He's not letting this go anytime soon. First Dahlia, then the Joker...frankly, he's had enough of the bullies here in Johto]

Why did they push you?

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[her_mouse_jesty]

I didn't get his name. I only met him that once... I, I upset him. I tried too hard.

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[tiercelet]

[Okay, that was a little confusing...he lets go of his fizzing temper with a sigh]

I'm sorry, I shouldn't have raised my voice. [More gently] What happened?

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[her_mouse_jesty]

[Shakes her head]

No, it's all right, you were just concerned... that's kind of you.

[a sigh.]

I just got into a... small argument. I was trying to explain that... not all people are the same, and to hate one group based on the actions are some was foolish, and he... lashed out.

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[tiercelet]

No, that's not an excuse. [Sighs with her because that sounds awfully familiar]

Some people cannot be convinced to think otherwise, Minnie. I wish that weren't true, but...[He trails off, shrugging helplessly]

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[her_mouse_jesty]

... He was in great pain. His heart is heavy... I just hope he can recover.

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[tiercelet]

I'm sorry.

[Squirms at making Minnie look so unhappy] Maybe...we could talk to him next time. Try again.

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[her_mouse_jesty]

Thank you, Merlin.

... If only he could meet good humans like you, then maybe he'd understand.

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[tiercelet]

[He shifts again, looking down at the floor for a moment]

Erm. So that holiday you were talking about. How long do we have until then?

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[her_mouse_jesty]

[Cheers up!]

Exactly one month from now. That gives me plenty of time to prepare what I'll give you.

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[tiercelet]

Let's see...it's in December. It's a winter festival--sorry, holiday--isn't it? Why would you need to prepare anything for me?

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[her_mouse_jesty]

It's tradition to give a present to your friends and family for the holiday.