002 [Audio]

[hybridoutcast]

[Balto sounds distressed...worn out...like he's been running for three straight days.  Maybe these stupid strangeling things are messing with him, but he never considers this.  He's just sick, is all.]

Does...this place have a medical facility...

One that a dog...could go to?

[His voice is subdued; quiet.]

I'm not...feeling so hot.

Comments

[Audio]

[trueasitcanbe]

I'm sure they could help you over at the clinic -- [She pauses.] Are you alright?

Re: [Audio]

[hybridoutcast]

Yea...I will be.

[A small groan is heard.]

Just a little under the weather...thanks though...

Action!

[kissoftruelove]

[A few minutes after Balto's message is broadcasted, Rose is knocking at his door. Despite the supposed warmth of a summer's day, it is absolutely freezing. She made sure to shut all of her bedroom windows the night before, as she wants to keep that icy feeling far away. Still, the princess can't help but feel it all around her. Rose is just barely sustaining herself - two hours of sleep isn't helping her, hence her puffy eyes and pale face.]

Balto? Balto [A little louder], it's me, Rose. May I come in?

Re: Action!

[hybridoutcast]

[His ears perk up a little and his tail wags very slightly, a little smile on his face.]

Come in, Rose.

[He calls, adding a little yappy bark afterword to signify that he was okay with it, in case she hadn't heard him.]

Re: Action!

[kissoftruelove]

[Rose quietly opens the door, sporting a friendly smile, and then she sees how downcast her new friend is, despite his cheery appearance.]

Oh, Balto! What's happened? Are you alright? I heard you were sick! Can I help you? [She's always concerned and willing to help out a friend, and Balto really doesn't look too good.]

[hybridoutcast]

[He manages to keep his smile, his tail wagging slightly faster, sneezing a little and pawing at his nose.]

Just a little sick I guess...I'll be fine...did you come to check up on me?

[He gives a weak laugh. How sweet.]

[bffsonotherside]

As a matter of fact, we do. [Discussing feelings with a talking dog? Facilier couldn't possibly resist.]

[hybridoutcast]

Really? Could you tell me where to...find him?

[bffsonotherside]

First floor of the administrative building. Difficult to miss, given it's the only office with torches out front. [A low chuckle.]

[hybridoutcast]

[Balto voice takes on a strange tone. Torches? Why?]

And...they'll...take dogs?

[tiatiatiatiatia]

You alright there, sugah?

[hybridoutcast]

[Balto's never met her before...but...she seems sweet. He gives a weak smile.]

Thanks...I think I'll be alright...

[tiatiatiatiatia]

Listen, sugah. You need anythang, you jus' talk to Lottie here, ok?

[hybridoutcast]

Sure thing...thanks...