Forms of Relaxation (Pt II)
Sync: *shook his head, not sure if he heard Ion right* ...what!?
Karol: Sync... you dont know what it is??
Sync: *looks angry but has a slight flush to his cheeks and speaks while gritting his teeth* ...i know what it is
Karol: *clever look* reeaaaaaallyyyy?? then if you did, youd know its fun and-
Sync: *grabs Karol by the bandana and pulls him up off the bed slightly*
Karol: gah!!! stop!! *grabs Sync's arm*
Ion: *watches them, standing up and looking to see if Karol was going to need help* Sync! Wait!
Sync: *now with Karol out of the way, he caught a glimpse of what the other two boys were watching and he let go of Karol, then turned away to exit the room, only to come face to face with Derek, then looks away* ...
Karol: dammit, Sync! if that didnt prove youre sleeping with Judith, then i dont know what would!!
Ion: *concerned, he looks over to Sync, although he wasn't sure what sleeping with her had to do with anything they were talking about. Just the other night he and Florian shared a bed* ...
Sync: *turns to look at Ion and Karol* why the hell do you think im doing any of that with Judith!?!
Karol: uhh... well... because she talks about you like you two do and... youre a guy, shes a girl, and you go out at night...
Sync: weve been looking for Florian!!
Karol: *sly look* uh-huh, but even you need a break every now and then...!
Sync: *turns away from them* this is stupid...
Derek: *was starting to believe Sync more and Karol less and less, so he was comforted. He moved out of the doorway* ...
Ion: Judith said you two had fun and were business partners. I inquired about the fun you had and she offered to teach me. So, what sort of fun will she be teaching me about then?
Sync: she talks like that all the time. it doesnt mean anything!! *glares back at Ion*
Ion: Oh.. *looks to Karol, lost*
Karol: *sees Ion's expression* heh... Sync is just embarrassed. see how hes blushing? *thumbsup* we got him cornered!
Sync: *was tired of talking to them so he leaves the room and stamps down to the next one where he drops himself on the bed, stomach down* ...
Ion: *watches Sync, then he frowns and looks to Karol* I don't think you were right...
Karol: huh...? what...? of course im right! Sync's a guy and hes hanging out with a hot girl who talks about what a good time they have at night! i can do the math...
Ion: *shrug* I don't know..
Karol: *crosses his arms* Sync's just denying it!
Ion: ...
Derek: *walked out of the doorway and goes over to the other room where Sync was and stood in that doorway* ... Hey, you ok?
Sync: ...im fine, but Karol wont be the next time he opens his big mouth
Derek: *nods and sighs* ... That's more than understandable. He's young, and he's stuck in here all day. I guess he can't help but keep his mind from wandering while you are off wandering yourself.
Sync: *turns onto his back then sits up to face Derek, willing to just talk about anything* im not wandering. im looking for Florian. whoever took him away... *narrows his eyes and makes a fist* they wont get away with this...
Derek: *walks in and sits down* We'll find out who did this and get Florian back.
Sync: im going to deal with his kidnapper myself *determined rage look* nobody can take my brothers away from me... not anyone
Derek: *blinks, a little surprised, and watches him* We'll get him back, Sync... I wonder who might want him. I haven't heard anything from Reina about there being anyone not allowed on the island... and I can't exactly ask her..
Sync: some creep, probably... *had already forgotten all about being upset with Karol now with Florian on his mind. this issue was just far bigger* it isnt Giovanni's doing... this is someone else we're dealing with...
Derek: .. Yeah, but who? Who knew Florian was even here... I could believe Giovanni's group was keeping watch.. but who else?
Sync: i dont know! anyone who lives in that apartment could have been aware of somebody new living there. Florian isnt exactly quiet...
Derek: *looks up to the ceiling in thought* .. Yeah, that much is true.
Sync: Dad... i dont want to lose him again!! this person is going to pay for this. im not giving up until i make sure i get my point across that its not ok to be stealing my brother away
Sync: i dont care if Florian isnt even harmed!! they took him away, and ill take them away because of it...
Derek: *looks back down and frowns a little* I can understand your commitment to your brothers, but we can't just charge in unaware..
Sync: dont think ive lost my head over this. im still thinking about every move i make. i cant let myself get in trouble again, either
Derek: Right.. Means you need to be careful about your anger when we do find out who is behind this..
Sync: ill be sure to make it quick
Derek: ... No. You have to be sure to keep them alive...
Sync: *glares at him* i cant!! i wont!! *obviously emotional over this* nobody who steals my brothers away deserve to live!!
Derek: .. All right. Calm down.. I know you want Florian back. I want him back too, and safe. Remember: That's the most important thing. Even more important than any revenge..
Sync: this is me being calm!! and its not about revenge!! its... *droops his head a little*
Derek: *looks to him, staring with determination* There will be justice for this, ok?
Sync: im the only one who has the right to carry out justice on someone who hurts my brother...
Derek: ... Sync, if there is someone else that is doing wrong on this island, we can get them sent off the island. I will help you, and we will get this taken care of once and for all.
Sync: the only way they deserve to be sent off the island is my way of getting them off the island
Derek: ... No. Sync, I know you're upset, but you shouldn't kill anyone because of this. There are other ways of retribution..
Derek: We will make sure they pay.. Just don't kill needlessly..
Sync: it isnt killing needlessly!!
Sync: especially if they harm Florian...!
Derek: We will take care of it. You're not suppose to kill anymore, remember? *looks to him with a saddened expression* If Florian gets returned to us safely, then we should at least be grateful that things weren't worse - and remember that when it comes to dealing with them. If Florian doesn't... well.. We'll get him back.
Sync: *looks down to the side* ...but i want to kill whoever did this. im stressing out and Florian isnt supposed to be away from all of us...
Derek: I know.. Really, I do.. This hatred for whoever did this is clouding your vision though, and I'm scared you might not be able to see things clearly if the situation arises when you need to. Calm down. Try to be rational. We're doing everything we can.
Sync: i am seeing this clearly... you just... you dont really understand!!
Sync: what do you know about brothers!? and having to lose them all after almost dying yourself, then thinking you were alone in the world... and as soon as one of them comes back, theyre taken away again...!!
Derek: ... *looks down* I don't know, *looks over to the next room where Ion was before looking back to Sync sadly* I will never be in your shoes. I know that.. But I am still trying to look out for all of you. I only want what is best for you, too, Sync.
Sync: then let me determine what happens to Florian's kidnapper. Ion would be too forgiving...
Derek: You know nothing of the person, or persons, behind this.. and yet you want death for them? Sync, you can't kill people anymore. It's not your place, and it's only going to put you at risk again.
Sync: ..."not my place" *mutters with thought yet it his words contain a tone of distaste* its... not my place...
Derek: *sigh* That's not what I meant.. I know how you want to be the one to deliver judgment on the ones responsible, but it's not that easy. There are systems set up. Laws. And they're going to go in affect one way or the other. Either you kill the people responsible and you get taken away, or those people responsible get taken away. What do you think Florian would decide if he were here? Who does he want to see get taken care of?
Sync: *closes his eyes shut tight* ...
Derek: *stands up and walks over, sitting down next to him* The people responsible will get what they deserve... Just be sure you don't get caught up in the crossfire. You don't deserve it.
Sync: *lifts his arm to wipe away a frustrated tear*
Derek: *leans over and hugs him* They will pay for this.
Sync: *hugs Derek back as soon as he feels the contact* ...alright *he stated, though deep down he still wanted to do as much harm as he possibly could to the kidnapper* ...
Derek: *pulls away slowly and ruffles his hair, trying to comfort him some* Get some rest and then you can start your search again. Your productivity won't be any better if you keep on and on without giving your body time to rest some..
Sync: okay... *then looks up at him* im going to find Florian!!
Derek: If anyone would, it would be you.. *pats his back, then slowly pulls his hand out and looks to it* ... Hey, what about that glyph...?
Sync: the glyph? *looks down at his own hand where Florian had left it before* i... i dont know... Florian would be able to find me but i dont think his works backwards...
Derek: Well, you and I tried to see if it worked.. It wasn't very good, but I wonder if it might work better for you two since you can both use them.
Sync: hmm... *closes his eyes and focuses on the glyph on his hand* ...
Derek: *watches him, staying silent and trying not to move or do anything that might distract Sync*
Sync: *focuses more, trying to imagine Florian in his mind and the circle, but then he remembered and opened his eyes* ...Florian doesnt have a circle on him
Derek: ... But then how can I feel you? Through the circle Florian left on you? ... *frowns* I thought maybe it was a way to trace your circle back to its creator.
Sync: i dont know enough about how he created it to know for sure, but ive been trying to do it with you since i have a circle, too, so ive been manipulating mine a little so it could work backwards. i dont have anything to do that to with Florian...
Derek: .. Oh.. well, damn. I had just thought about it, and I thought we might have had a chance. *looks up* So, no other way of connections?
Sync: *droops his head* im afraid not...
Derek: Well, it was worth a try. *sighs* I guess what they say about identicals isn't entirely true either then. - About how they can feel each others emotions some times - I guess that's a no for asking Ion then, too, hm..
Sync: what are you tlaking about?? we cant feel each others emotions just because we're identical brothers...
Derek: I don't know. It's just something I've heard about before. I don't think it's been proven, but people back home did twin studies a lot to try and see whether or not that was true... I only thought I'd give it a shot.
Sync: ...theres special things that happen between twins but not normal people?? like what??
Derek: Well, they use twins to determine a lot of things. But I'm referring to the idea that if you get a pain, the other gets a pain.. Or similar emotions at times. They're synchronized some how.
Sync: ... *has to think about it*
Sync: *shakes his head* no... when your brother hurts the same time as you, its only because they dont like seeing you sad
Derek: ... I mean physical pain, and when you don't even see your brother at the time of the pain. It's been studied before, too.
Sync: *looks a little sad* so... when i almost died... Ion and Florian...?
Derek: I don't know, Sync.. I'm only aware of the studies, not the results or the actual application of the theory.
Sync: i know i hurt when i saw my brothers burn in that volcano...
Derek: *pets his head a little* Yes, I'm sure that might have some underlying cause to it, too.. *wasn't really certain, because he could see that affecting anyone, but the connection was undeniable at the very least*
Sync: *looks at Derek* i want to know if theres any truth in those studies. if-- once we get Florian back, we should see...
Derek: *nods* I will look into it, too, ok? I'll see what research is posted on the internet later.
Sync: okay *looks a little better now* im still tired... i should sleep a little so i can check back with Judith tonight...
Derek: *has a small twitch at the mention of her name, still not trusting the young lady with Sync, but he just nods* Yeah. Get some sleep..
Sync: *sees the twitch and knows Derek isnt fond of her* ...im not doing any of that stuff Karol was talking about, okay!? shes not that bad...
Derek: ... *looks a little embarrassed* ... I trust you, Sync, and I believe you... I'm sorry, but I'm having troubles trusting her still.
Sync: *lies down on his back and looks up at Derek* ...i think she'll come in handy
Derek: ... Yeah? How's that?
Sync: shes really athletic and can keep up with me... i bet she isnt as good of a fighter, but shes no pushover
Derek: Ahh... I guess that's ok.
Sync: and she obviously hates being here. if we're going to fight Giovanni like the runt says we will, we're going to need all the help we can get
Derek: ... *thinks that might be a good point* ... But if she's not a good fighter like you said?
Sync: *looks away a little* im sure shes good...
Derek: *doesn't really want to know where Sync gets that impression right now, he sighs a little* I don't trust her... She left a very bad impression on me through her attitude online... but whatever, if you think she's going to be helpful, then do what you need to do. Like I said, Sync, I trust you.
Sync: what she says online is just what she thinks is funny... but she knows when to get serious, okay? and... she actually listens to me... *closes his eyes*
Derek: *raises an eyebrow, wondering who doesn't listen to Sync who is around him, and hopes he doesn't mean him* All right, Sync. Whatever you say. Maybe she'll grow on me eventually. If it bothers you any, just blame my opinion on her as being a "Dad" thing. *remembers that it doesn't mean much to Sync* Er.. meaning I want to be sure only the best people are around you and not someone who might cause you trouble or pain.
Sync: ...im being careful, Dad. i promise
Derek: *nods, and smiles*All right. *stands up* Well, get some rest and you can head back out later. We'll do what we can from here.
Sync: *turns onto his side to find a comfortable position* alright...
Derek: Rest well.. *goes over and closes the blinds and heads out, turning off the light as well*
Sync: *doesnt find it difficult for his tired body to sleep and he falls asleep quickly*
Derek: *closes the door behind him, then heads over to the other room* Karol, Ion? What are you two up to?
Karol: *looks over at Derek* oh. Ion is just trying... *looks away* a game i found
Derek: *looks over suspiciously* A game...? *looks to Karol* And you, stop saying things about Sync that aren't true.
Karol: huh? but... it could be true...
Derek: I seriously doubt it. *flat expression*
Karol: ...did you just spend all that time talking to him about it??
Derek: Not all of the time, no. But you need to be careful with the things you say about people.. *looks over to Ion and sighs* And to people. Ion turn that mess off.
Ion: *looks over to Derek curiously, then turns it off* Is there something wrong?
Karol: *sighs* theres nothing wrong with it, Ion... *looks at Derek* sorry...
Derek: *shakes his head* You two have years ahead of you before you start worrying with the mess you're trying to get into.. *sigh* Anyways, I was going to head to the hospital for a little bit. I needed to take care of a few things there. Need anything before I go?
Karol: uhh... not that i can think of... i think we're all stocked-up on food and supplies. Ion, are you going back to the apartment tonight?
Ion: *shakes his head* My apartment door is not yet fixed, and I do not wish to trouble Sora any longer.. *assumes Sora and his counterpart find it awkward to have him around*
Karol: s-so youre going to stay here tonight?? *hopeful*
Ion: *smiles a little* If that is ok with you.
Karol: of course its okay!! its always so boring around here all by myself now that Sync goes out with Judith every night!
Ion: *smile fades a little, but he looks over to Derek and refreshes it* I do not think we need anything at this time. We shall see you later then?
Derek: Yeah.. uh, ok. *watches them, then turns around to leave* Sync's asleep. Let him sleep.. And if he wakes up before I come back, let him know I went to the hospital for a bit.
Karol: sure thing!!
Ion: Of course.
Derek: *heads out*
Karol: ...so Ion. what would you like to do now?
Ion: I am not sure.. *looks from the door back to Karol* You certainly have interesting things to look at though. Where did you get them? I don't have these on my computer..
Karol: *puts a finger under his nose cleverly* im a master hacker! i can get through anything! these are usually blocked on Utopia but hehe, i got em
Ion: Why are they blocked?
Karol: because... the people in charge of this island censored it for some reason. i dont know why...
Ion: *shrugs, accepting that at least since Utopia did seem to block people from more than that*
Karol: hey! ive got more games on my computer! like... ones Derek wouldnt get mad about if i showed you...
Ion: Oh? Ok, I would like to see those then.
Ion: *looks towards the door, still a little wary of what Derek or Sync might think of Karol's computer, then smiles and goes to see what else he has to show. Then he learned and started playing a few games with Karol's help while they sat around with nothing else to do*
Karol: Sync... you dont know what it is??
Sync: *looks angry but has a slight flush to his cheeks and speaks while gritting his teeth* ...i know what it is
Karol: *clever look* reeaaaaaallyyyy?? then if you did, youd know its fun and-
Sync: *grabs Karol by the bandana and pulls him up off the bed slightly*
Karol: gah!!! stop!! *grabs Sync's arm*
Ion: *watches them, standing up and looking to see if Karol was going to need help* Sync! Wait!
Sync: *now with Karol out of the way, he caught a glimpse of what the other two boys were watching and he let go of Karol, then turned away to exit the room, only to come face to face with Derek, then looks away* ...
Karol: dammit, Sync! if that didnt prove youre sleeping with Judith, then i dont know what would!!
Ion: *concerned, he looks over to Sync, although he wasn't sure what sleeping with her had to do with anything they were talking about. Just the other night he and Florian shared a bed* ...
Sync: *turns to look at Ion and Karol* why the hell do you think im doing any of that with Judith!?!
Karol: uhh... well... because she talks about you like you two do and... youre a guy, shes a girl, and you go out at night...
Sync: weve been looking for Florian!!
Karol: *sly look* uh-huh, but even you need a break every now and then...!
Sync: *turns away from them* this is stupid...
Derek: *was starting to believe Sync more and Karol less and less, so he was comforted. He moved out of the doorway* ...
Ion: Judith said you two had fun and were business partners. I inquired about the fun you had and she offered to teach me. So, what sort of fun will she be teaching me about then?
Sync: she talks like that all the time. it doesnt mean anything!! *glares back at Ion*
Ion: Oh.. *looks to Karol, lost*
Karol: *sees Ion's expression* heh... Sync is just embarrassed. see how hes blushing? *thumbsup* we got him cornered!
Sync: *was tired of talking to them so he leaves the room and stamps down to the next one where he drops himself on the bed, stomach down* ...
Ion: *watches Sync, then he frowns and looks to Karol* I don't think you were right...
Karol: huh...? what...? of course im right! Sync's a guy and hes hanging out with a hot girl who talks about what a good time they have at night! i can do the math...
Ion: *shrug* I don't know..
Karol: *crosses his arms* Sync's just denying it!
Ion: ...
Derek: *walked out of the doorway and goes over to the other room where Sync was and stood in that doorway* ... Hey, you ok?
Sync: ...im fine, but Karol wont be the next time he opens his big mouth
Derek: *nods and sighs* ... That's more than understandable. He's young, and he's stuck in here all day. I guess he can't help but keep his mind from wandering while you are off wandering yourself.
Sync: *turns onto his back then sits up to face Derek, willing to just talk about anything* im not wandering. im looking for Florian. whoever took him away... *narrows his eyes and makes a fist* they wont get away with this...
Derek: *walks in and sits down* We'll find out who did this and get Florian back.
Sync: im going to deal with his kidnapper myself *determined rage look* nobody can take my brothers away from me... not anyone
Derek: *blinks, a little surprised, and watches him* We'll get him back, Sync... I wonder who might want him. I haven't heard anything from Reina about there being anyone not allowed on the island... and I can't exactly ask her..
Sync: some creep, probably... *had already forgotten all about being upset with Karol now with Florian on his mind. this issue was just far bigger* it isnt Giovanni's doing... this is someone else we're dealing with...
Derek: .. Yeah, but who? Who knew Florian was even here... I could believe Giovanni's group was keeping watch.. but who else?
Sync: i dont know! anyone who lives in that apartment could have been aware of somebody new living there. Florian isnt exactly quiet...
Derek: *looks up to the ceiling in thought* .. Yeah, that much is true.
Sync: Dad... i dont want to lose him again!! this person is going to pay for this. im not giving up until i make sure i get my point across that its not ok to be stealing my brother away
Sync: i dont care if Florian isnt even harmed!! they took him away, and ill take them away because of it...
Derek: *looks back down and frowns a little* I can understand your commitment to your brothers, but we can't just charge in unaware..
Sync: dont think ive lost my head over this. im still thinking about every move i make. i cant let myself get in trouble again, either
Derek: Right.. Means you need to be careful about your anger when we do find out who is behind this..
Sync: ill be sure to make it quick
Derek: ... No. You have to be sure to keep them alive...
Sync: *glares at him* i cant!! i wont!! *obviously emotional over this* nobody who steals my brothers away deserve to live!!
Derek: .. All right. Calm down.. I know you want Florian back. I want him back too, and safe. Remember: That's the most important thing. Even more important than any revenge..
Sync: this is me being calm!! and its not about revenge!! its... *droops his head a little*
Derek: *looks to him, staring with determination* There will be justice for this, ok?
Sync: im the only one who has the right to carry out justice on someone who hurts my brother...
Derek: ... Sync, if there is someone else that is doing wrong on this island, we can get them sent off the island. I will help you, and we will get this taken care of once and for all.
Sync: the only way they deserve to be sent off the island is my way of getting them off the island
Derek: ... No. Sync, I know you're upset, but you shouldn't kill anyone because of this. There are other ways of retribution..
Derek: We will make sure they pay.. Just don't kill needlessly..
Sync: it isnt killing needlessly!!
Sync: especially if they harm Florian...!
Derek: We will take care of it. You're not suppose to kill anymore, remember? *looks to him with a saddened expression* If Florian gets returned to us safely, then we should at least be grateful that things weren't worse - and remember that when it comes to dealing with them. If Florian doesn't... well.. We'll get him back.
Sync: *looks down to the side* ...but i want to kill whoever did this. im stressing out and Florian isnt supposed to be away from all of us...
Derek: I know.. Really, I do.. This hatred for whoever did this is clouding your vision though, and I'm scared you might not be able to see things clearly if the situation arises when you need to. Calm down. Try to be rational. We're doing everything we can.
Sync: i am seeing this clearly... you just... you dont really understand!!
Sync: what do you know about brothers!? and having to lose them all after almost dying yourself, then thinking you were alone in the world... and as soon as one of them comes back, theyre taken away again...!!
Derek: ... *looks down* I don't know, *looks over to the next room where Ion was before looking back to Sync sadly* I will never be in your shoes. I know that.. But I am still trying to look out for all of you. I only want what is best for you, too, Sync.
Sync: then let me determine what happens to Florian's kidnapper. Ion would be too forgiving...
Derek: You know nothing of the person, or persons, behind this.. and yet you want death for them? Sync, you can't kill people anymore. It's not your place, and it's only going to put you at risk again.
Sync: ..."not my place" *mutters with thought yet it his words contain a tone of distaste* its... not my place...
Derek: *sigh* That's not what I meant.. I know how you want to be the one to deliver judgment on the ones responsible, but it's not that easy. There are systems set up. Laws. And they're going to go in affect one way or the other. Either you kill the people responsible and you get taken away, or those people responsible get taken away. What do you think Florian would decide if he were here? Who does he want to see get taken care of?
Sync: *closes his eyes shut tight* ...
Derek: *stands up and walks over, sitting down next to him* The people responsible will get what they deserve... Just be sure you don't get caught up in the crossfire. You don't deserve it.
Sync: *lifts his arm to wipe away a frustrated tear*
Derek: *leans over and hugs him* They will pay for this.
Sync: *hugs Derek back as soon as he feels the contact* ...alright *he stated, though deep down he still wanted to do as much harm as he possibly could to the kidnapper* ...
Derek: *pulls away slowly and ruffles his hair, trying to comfort him some* Get some rest and then you can start your search again. Your productivity won't be any better if you keep on and on without giving your body time to rest some..
Sync: okay... *then looks up at him* im going to find Florian!!
Derek: If anyone would, it would be you.. *pats his back, then slowly pulls his hand out and looks to it* ... Hey, what about that glyph...?
Sync: the glyph? *looks down at his own hand where Florian had left it before* i... i dont know... Florian would be able to find me but i dont think his works backwards...
Derek: Well, you and I tried to see if it worked.. It wasn't very good, but I wonder if it might work better for you two since you can both use them.
Sync: hmm... *closes his eyes and focuses on the glyph on his hand* ...
Derek: *watches him, staying silent and trying not to move or do anything that might distract Sync*
Sync: *focuses more, trying to imagine Florian in his mind and the circle, but then he remembered and opened his eyes* ...Florian doesnt have a circle on him
Derek: ... But then how can I feel you? Through the circle Florian left on you? ... *frowns* I thought maybe it was a way to trace your circle back to its creator.
Sync: i dont know enough about how he created it to know for sure, but ive been trying to do it with you since i have a circle, too, so ive been manipulating mine a little so it could work backwards. i dont have anything to do that to with Florian...
Derek: .. Oh.. well, damn. I had just thought about it, and I thought we might have had a chance. *looks up* So, no other way of connections?
Sync: *droops his head* im afraid not...
Derek: Well, it was worth a try. *sighs* I guess what they say about identicals isn't entirely true either then. - About how they can feel each others emotions some times - I guess that's a no for asking Ion then, too, hm..
Sync: what are you tlaking about?? we cant feel each others emotions just because we're identical brothers...
Derek: I don't know. It's just something I've heard about before. I don't think it's been proven, but people back home did twin studies a lot to try and see whether or not that was true... I only thought I'd give it a shot.
Sync: ...theres special things that happen between twins but not normal people?? like what??
Derek: Well, they use twins to determine a lot of things. But I'm referring to the idea that if you get a pain, the other gets a pain.. Or similar emotions at times. They're synchronized some how.
Sync: ... *has to think about it*
Sync: *shakes his head* no... when your brother hurts the same time as you, its only because they dont like seeing you sad
Derek: ... I mean physical pain, and when you don't even see your brother at the time of the pain. It's been studied before, too.
Sync: *looks a little sad* so... when i almost died... Ion and Florian...?
Derek: I don't know, Sync.. I'm only aware of the studies, not the results or the actual application of the theory.
Sync: i know i hurt when i saw my brothers burn in that volcano...
Derek: *pets his head a little* Yes, I'm sure that might have some underlying cause to it, too.. *wasn't really certain, because he could see that affecting anyone, but the connection was undeniable at the very least*
Sync: *looks at Derek* i want to know if theres any truth in those studies. if-- once we get Florian back, we should see...
Derek: *nods* I will look into it, too, ok? I'll see what research is posted on the internet later.
Sync: okay *looks a little better now* im still tired... i should sleep a little so i can check back with Judith tonight...
Derek: *has a small twitch at the mention of her name, still not trusting the young lady with Sync, but he just nods* Yeah. Get some sleep..
Sync: *sees the twitch and knows Derek isnt fond of her* ...im not doing any of that stuff Karol was talking about, okay!? shes not that bad...
Derek: ... *looks a little embarrassed* ... I trust you, Sync, and I believe you... I'm sorry, but I'm having troubles trusting her still.
Sync: *lies down on his back and looks up at Derek* ...i think she'll come in handy
Derek: ... Yeah? How's that?
Sync: shes really athletic and can keep up with me... i bet she isnt as good of a fighter, but shes no pushover
Derek: Ahh... I guess that's ok.
Sync: and she obviously hates being here. if we're going to fight Giovanni like the runt says we will, we're going to need all the help we can get
Derek: ... *thinks that might be a good point* ... But if she's not a good fighter like you said?
Sync: *looks away a little* im sure shes good...
Derek: *doesn't really want to know where Sync gets that impression right now, he sighs a little* I don't trust her... She left a very bad impression on me through her attitude online... but whatever, if you think she's going to be helpful, then do what you need to do. Like I said, Sync, I trust you.
Sync: what she says online is just what she thinks is funny... but she knows when to get serious, okay? and... she actually listens to me... *closes his eyes*
Derek: *raises an eyebrow, wondering who doesn't listen to Sync who is around him, and hopes he doesn't mean him* All right, Sync. Whatever you say. Maybe she'll grow on me eventually. If it bothers you any, just blame my opinion on her as being a "Dad" thing. *remembers that it doesn't mean much to Sync* Er.. meaning I want to be sure only the best people are around you and not someone who might cause you trouble or pain.
Sync: ...im being careful, Dad. i promise
Derek: *nods, and smiles*All right. *stands up* Well, get some rest and you can head back out later. We'll do what we can from here.
Sync: *turns onto his side to find a comfortable position* alright...
Derek: Rest well.. *goes over and closes the blinds and heads out, turning off the light as well*
Sync: *doesnt find it difficult for his tired body to sleep and he falls asleep quickly*
Derek: *closes the door behind him, then heads over to the other room* Karol, Ion? What are you two up to?
Karol: *looks over at Derek* oh. Ion is just trying... *looks away* a game i found
Derek: *looks over suspiciously* A game...? *looks to Karol* And you, stop saying things about Sync that aren't true.
Karol: huh? but... it could be true...
Derek: I seriously doubt it. *flat expression*
Karol: ...did you just spend all that time talking to him about it??
Derek: Not all of the time, no. But you need to be careful with the things you say about people.. *looks over to Ion and sighs* And to people. Ion turn that mess off.
Ion: *looks over to Derek curiously, then turns it off* Is there something wrong?
Karol: *sighs* theres nothing wrong with it, Ion... *looks at Derek* sorry...
Derek: *shakes his head* You two have years ahead of you before you start worrying with the mess you're trying to get into.. *sigh* Anyways, I was going to head to the hospital for a little bit. I needed to take care of a few things there. Need anything before I go?
Karol: uhh... not that i can think of... i think we're all stocked-up on food and supplies. Ion, are you going back to the apartment tonight?
Ion: *shakes his head* My apartment door is not yet fixed, and I do not wish to trouble Sora any longer.. *assumes Sora and his counterpart find it awkward to have him around*
Karol: s-so youre going to stay here tonight?? *hopeful*
Ion: *smiles a little* If that is ok with you.
Karol: of course its okay!! its always so boring around here all by myself now that Sync goes out with Judith every night!
Ion: *smile fades a little, but he looks over to Derek and refreshes it* I do not think we need anything at this time. We shall see you later then?
Derek: Yeah.. uh, ok. *watches them, then turns around to leave* Sync's asleep. Let him sleep.. And if he wakes up before I come back, let him know I went to the hospital for a bit.
Karol: sure thing!!
Ion: Of course.
Derek: *heads out*
Karol: ...so Ion. what would you like to do now?
Ion: I am not sure.. *looks from the door back to Karol* You certainly have interesting things to look at though. Where did you get them? I don't have these on my computer..
Karol: *puts a finger under his nose cleverly* im a master hacker! i can get through anything! these are usually blocked on Utopia but hehe, i got em
Ion: Why are they blocked?
Karol: because... the people in charge of this island censored it for some reason. i dont know why...
Ion: *shrugs, accepting that at least since Utopia did seem to block people from more than that*
Karol: hey! ive got more games on my computer! like... ones Derek wouldnt get mad about if i showed you...
Ion: Oh? Ok, I would like to see those then.
Ion: *looks towards the door, still a little wary of what Derek or Sync might think of Karol's computer, then smiles and goes to see what else he has to show. Then he learned and started playing a few games with Karol's help while they sat around with nothing else to do*