youre_smashing | what could possibly go wrong

what could possibly go wrong

[Why, nothing! Nothing could go wrong with this guy wandering around a school where there are several trainers who would kick his ass on sight. Not that he knows that or has a choice in the matter, really.

Since Team Rocket broke up, Proton’s been laying low and keeping himself busy with a variety of odd jobs. The last one he worked was a particularly skeevy job and he ended up in some hot water so he ended up on the run again. That’s what led him to Smash campus. It was a perfect cover, after all. If anyone asked what he was up to, he could just say he was looking around. Y’know ... touring the campus. Sure.

Though, it’s pretty suspicious how he’s making a point to hide behind buildings and trees and the like. But whatever. He’ll just lower his cap a bit over his eyes and keep on his way until he thinks the coast is clear.

Obviously you should go bother him.]

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[And out of the shadows comes a rather tall female who smiles mischievously.]

Not that I pry into how people move around often but is there a reason to the skulkin' styles you're using or are you just looking to stay hidden hm?

[where did she EVEN COME FROM] Holy Shi--!!

[Chill, man.] I have no idea what you're talkin about, I aint skulkin. Besides, you're one to talk, lady!! What are you doing sneaking up on people!!

[Ellistree chuckled.]

Well, considering that prowling and sneaking up on things is one of the many things I do, I'd say I was doing what I do best~

You on the other hand, can't say I've seen ya before.

[Proton grumbled at her, finally getting a good look at her appearance too.] You don't say.

Well, I've never been here before so that's why. I'm jus' looking around though. Trying to see if this is my type of place, yeah?

Oh? A prospective student perhaps?

Are you too shy to simply ask for the brochure or for a tour of the school?

Then again, your approach seems like it'd be more fun anyway.

[Not that she was technically buying his story, but he hadn't done anything wrong yet, no reason for Ellistree to treat him wrongly so she'd stay playful.]

Yeah, see, if I have someone tagging along I'll only get their spiel and I wont be able to hear myself think. And it's totally more fun!

I'm too old to be a student though. [Proton you're only 20. But yeah, screw that noise.]

I can appreciate the lone hunter mentality but it's been proven that packs are much more successful at taking down prey effectively than a loner.

And you're never too old to be a student, the world is full of things to learn.

Ehhh? Trust me, babe, I've already learned everything I need to know. And I learned it on my own. Last time I was part of a "pack" it didn't work out.

Sounds like you might still be bitter and hurt over that past experience.

It is true, a sour experience will lead a pup out of a pack in search of his own path. Though, it isn't always successful...

[She paused, and smirked teasingly.]

Although... when it is successful. Said pup is quite a force to be reckoned with.

[She may or may not have hit the nail on the head right then. But Proton just becomes defensive.]

Like HELL I'm HURT! I did fine on my own before I joined then and I'm doing JUST AS WELL NOW. I AM a force to be reckoned with so screw those guys!

[Ellistree chuckles and smiles.]

My my, at the very least you posses a fiery spirit. That is something to be appreciated.

I have a feeling this is a perfect place for you.

[UGH. He rolls his eyes.]

Whatever! I don't think so. So far it's been super boring besides talkin' to you.

D'ya need any other reason to stay? [She muses playfully before laughing a little.]

It has much to offer I can assure you of that. And for those looking to grow ever so stronger, this place would be perfect to achieve that considering it's first and foremost a fighting academy.

[Okay, he gives and laughs at that.]

Hmmm. I guess that would be useful.

[He wouldn't be on the run if he could take out those guys after all. HA.]

Mhm~ And you never know, this might be the place that pushes you past your limits and gives you the ability to surpass even your wildest dreams.

[So Lyra and her trusty Feraligatr are out minding their own business, having a jolly old time in the grand outdoors. Surely nothing can go wrong on this most pleasant of days!

But wait! What's up with that guy over there? The chap concealed under the defintiely-not-Rocket-esque cap skulking behind a tree. What a curious bit of behaviour! Suspicious, even. Clearly this is a situation that must be handled with subtlety and finesse.]

Hey, you!

[Or by shouting. Whichever.]

[And Proton still instinctively looks.

And promptly whips right back around. CRAP. Crap, crap, crap, crap what the hell was SHE DOING HERE. Lyra was seriously the last person he needed to see at the moment. This was just as bad as running into the people he was hiding from in the first place.

Not that, y'know, he couldn't take her or anything .... he totally could. The first two times were complete flukes, really.

But now was not the time or the place! So Proton started SPEED WALKING in the opposite direction. He didn't hear anything, nope. Not a thing.]

[Alas, poor Proton. If only Lyra were so easily deterred. He starts speed walking away? She starts running. If this mysteriously familiar mystery guy skulking around trees was suspicious before, then beating a retreat now is ULTRA-SUSPICIOUS.]

Hold up, mister! Where are you going in such a big hurry?

[ N O P E ]

None of your business, so GO AWAY!!

[Now, where has she heard that voice before...? It feels like she should know who--

wait

wait a hot second]

OH... MY... GOD.

[Hnghhggh WHELP. He was boned now one way or another so time to at least try to take this like a man. Proton WHIPS around to face Lyra.]

It was stupid to think I'd seriously seen the last of you at Radio Tower, huh, twerp? This is just a huge coincidence but if you want to make something of it, I wont go easy on you!

Yeah, because all the other times you didn't go easy on me worked out so well for you, right? Look, I'll kick your shady butt up and down the block anytime you want, but first: what are you even doing here?

T-THAT WAS BEFORE, THIS IS NOW. I'VE GOTTEN A LOT STRONGER AND I DON'T HAVE THOSE DUMBASSES HOLDING ME BACK. Besides, what I'm doing here doesn't even matter!!

[Someone was attempting to be clandestine. Yet they were doing a pretty awful job of it. Cyrus couldn't help but notice the stranger darting about hither and yon between trees, and given recent events decided to investigate. Favoring the direct approach, he walked up and stared at the man without a word.]

[Wow, Cyrus, way to be a creep. Proton tried to ignore him for the most part, but it's REALLY HARD. So finally he gives, seething.]

Okay, buddy, what the hell is your problem?

Problem? I have none. It is simple curiosity to investigate one who seeks to hide himself. One may wonder the same of you, and why, if that is your intent, you seem to have only brought attention to yourself.

So, in other words, you've got a problem with me. I'm not hiding or anything like that, I just don't want to be bothered by jerks like you!

...Fascinating.

[The man narrows his eyes, though he looks as though he's pondering something.]

You draw attention to yourself, then accuse anyone who provides such attention of acting with ill intent. If you truly did not want to be bothered, darting around is not the way to accomplish such.

[He looks the newcomer up and down, lingering on the red R]

...I see. I had been led to believe that your lot had disbanded.

[Proton get some new clothes.]

WHAT. No, shut up, we have disbanded! I mean -- I'm not affiliated with Team Rocket anymore, I'm doing my own damn thing!

[He's really bad at this. This was the worst place to hide.]

Okay, look, yes I'm hiding out here but I'm not gonna cause any trouble or whatever you think it's gonna be so just leave me alone!

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Can you possibly forgive how late I am

only because lyra's a cute

more like lyra's a WATCH THE HECK OUT PROTON

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