voice-locked to Mara and Aya

[hatesthefood]

I assume you both heard about Dean taking over the Police Force?

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[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

I noticed the announcement. I didn't want to pry, it isn't my business.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

Why would you think it isn't your business?

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

It's police business.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

He told the whole city, so it's everyone's business.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Well, yes, but if there were objections, it wasn't for the City to decide. Unless I missed something.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

The doesn't seem to be any real objection.

... I was thinking of leaving soon.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Leaving... leaving the police? Why, I thought you liked it there. Aside from the paperwork.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I do, in a way, but it's frustrating most of the time now. I'm not cut out for admin work and honestly, I feel like my hands are tied by laws that just don't exist. I'd rather work on the side like I used to back home. It's just easier for me.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Oh, love, I didn't know you were that uncomfortable there. Certainly if you're not happy, don't stay.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I hate that we're expected to follow some skewed sense of morals when no one else does.

... but Aya's staying, so leaving... just doesn't feel right.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Because you're partners.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I promised him I'd follow him no matter what.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

What does Aya say? Is he alright with you leaving?

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I haven't talked to him about it.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Talk to him, see what he says. I'm certain he'll want you to be happy.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

... thanks. I know I've been a pain in the ass lately. I'm sorry.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

No more than usual, dear. [She's teasing.] I'm sorry too, love, I think I over-reacted a little.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

We both did. Let's do our best to keep it from happening again, alright?

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Agreed.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

You know, we could take some time off soon, if I go quit. Well... lessen the workload might be a better way of putting it.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Were you thinking of going somewhere or just... staying in for a few days?

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

No idea, really. I just want to spend some time with you. Maybe go get my hands dirty at the flower shop again since it's been a long time...

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

I think, if it makes you happier to leave, I won't say no. We could use a little time to ourselves.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I'll give Dean a call, then.

So which would you prefer?

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

I'm not certain. I just want to make certain we're not disturbed and we have to be back by the holiday.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

Maybe one of the cabins in the forest, then. Or we could camp out on the mountain...

Which would be a little too cold for comfort.

Why would we have to be back?

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Mercy may be planning a holiday party. I promised I'd help since she helped with mine last year.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

Aaaaah. I think we can be back for something like that.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Good. Then a little cabin... might be nice.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I think so, too.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

Shall I make the arrangements?

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

Go for it.

[cry-reaper.livejournal.com]

How about next weekend?

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I think that sounds amazing.

[onceaweiss.livejournal.com]

[He heard the talk with Mara already but he's not upset by it at all.]

Ken, I'm sure you understand my reasons for staying. However, I want you to follow your own instincts.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

See, that's part of the problem. I told you I'd follow you and I still mean that. I always will.

[onceaweiss.livejournal.com]

You are going to make it seem like I can't get rid of you if you talk like that.

[But he's just teasing him.] You know, there are consultant positions.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

You can't get rid me. I followed you halfway across the world, remember?

... true. There aren't many at the moment, though.

[onceaweiss.livejournal.com]

It allows you the chance to be away while not leaving entirely. You'll have more free time for other things and I can come to you when I need you.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I could actually start working at the shop again. I've missed it.

[onceaweiss.livejournal.com]

I've made sure it continues to run for us.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

... well then, I'll talk to Dean in the next few days.

[onceaweiss.livejournal.com]

I'm sure that Dean will understand, Ken.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I hope so. I kinda want to keep him as a friend.

[onceaweiss.livejournal.com]

If you lose his friendship over this then he's not the man I took him for.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

I know, but this isn't going to make his job any easier.

[onceaweiss.livejournal.com]

The best we can do is be there for him in any way we can.

[bladed-siberian.livejournal.com]

You know I'll be there for him.

[onceaweiss.livejournal.com]

I do.