uri. it's not often he gets called that nickname and he often finds that he does not mind it. but when it comes from her, for whatever reason, he finds it warming.[break][break]

the thought lingers even as she slurs her word.[break][break]

"greevoush."[break][break]

he repeats, stifling a laugh.[break][break]

"yeah, it's not feeling so great either."[break][break]

feigning a pout, he inches just that much closer.[break][break]

"this is your fault, you know?"

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

"too much, some would say!"[break][break]

and they would be right. he has played more beer pong in his lifetime than anyone ever should.[break][break]

his eyes dart up to her, then back down at the cup with a soft groan. yeah, it counts, so he reaches for it before approaching her to answer her summons.[break][break]

"yes, my queen."[break][break]

it's a bit awkward to bend down so he slides his legs out to the side to lower his base. it's definitely quite a sight for anyone who looks over.

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

whether or not she actually winks is shadowed by the blatant finger gun. it's been years since he's seen anyone do that, and to see it from cal of all people is certainly...interesting.[break][break]

he laughs, smug in the way he responds:[break][break]

"years of practice."[break][break]

but he's not nearly sober enough to avoid the ball. it smacks right into his forehead, then down into one of the cups.[break][break]

"does...does that count? also, ouch."[break][break]

a spot of red starts to form on his forehead.

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

"i could, yes, but that isn't very fu—"[break][break]

much to his surprise, she dunks it, though maybe he shouldn't have been just because of how hard she seems to be concentrating.[break][break]

his smile grows wider as he dips his head, accepting temporary defeat as he reaches for the red cup.[break][break]

"wow, cal. very impressive."[break][break]

he tips it back, downing it in one.[break][break]

"but that's to be expected coming from you."[break][break]

the compliment, while genuine, is meant to distract her as he throws the ball, bouncing it off the table and into one of her cups.

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

"slipped, huh? sure! i believe you."[break][break]

he doesn't. but he still pretends like he does even if he does a really bad job at it.[break][break]

smugly, his arms fold over his chest as he stares across the table at the red cup he just sinked. easily, at that.[break][break]

"pure skill, cal. now come on! sink one. i'm getting thirstyyyy."

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

little does she know, there's actually a framed picture hanging behind the bar of him winning the annual beer pong tournament at this particular sports bar. but go to any other bar and he'd likely be there, too.[break][break]

while uriah does notice the cherry color doting her cheeks, and as cute as it is, he chalks it up to the alcohol instead of his words.[break][break]

he can't help the burst of laughter that follows as she whiffs her throw.[break][break]

"cal...what was that?"[break][break]

still laughing, he turns around, picks up the ball, dunks it in the middle cup of water, and then walks back over to his side.[break][break]

"watch and learn."[break][break]

he tosses, sinking it into the cup furthest away from her.

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

uriah supposes it's the next logical step forward for akura to further strengthen their reach within the region. partnering with the most powerful and influential propels them to the very top.[break][break]

"they'll be under the spotlight soon."[break][break]

the entire region will be tested. where will those in the aqua initiative fall?[break][break]

"do you want me to oversee the firm? ensure our success?"

[attr="class","ooc"]GABRIEL BLACK[break]
valor: helping hand[break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

"uh, you can't be beer pong champ because i'm the beer pong champ."[break][break]

guess there's only one way to find out who's the real champ, huh? it looks like she has the same idea as him as he feels a tug on one of his fake arms. his body moves before his legs do so he's left stumbling after her.[break][break]

it only takes them a few moments to finish setting up the beer pong station. red cups with cheap beer line both sides of the table. in the middle is a sole red cup containing water and a ping pong ball.[break][break]

"alright, hot stuff, let's see what you got."

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

uriah is dressed as a tyrantrum as well, following after little kai because he wanted to wear matching costumes. so when the door finally opens, he lets out a "roar!!!!" and reaches forward to pick up the little dinosaur.[break][break]

"hello, little one! how are you?"[break][break]

then, he looks at his sister.[break][break]

"nice outfit, princess."

[attr="class","ooc"]@jessica[break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

he feels warm, too. but does he understand why?[break][break]

his gaze drifts back down to find hers, and as he holds it for a moment, a smile breaks.[break][break]

"come on. let's get out of here."

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]
valor: helping hand[break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"][attr="class","pkspr pkmn-mudkip color-shiny"]

calla roth...whooping. is this a fever dream?[break][break]

he shakes his head, blinks, and tries to wake up only to realize that it is very much real. he stares at her pointed finger, laughing as he reaches up to playfully slap her hand away.[break][break]

"yes! yes, you are always right, cal."[break][break]

and uriah is always wrong. he has no problems admitting that.[break][break]

then, an idea pops up, and his gaze shifts to a particular table not too far away from them.[break][break]

"how good are you at beer pong?"

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

the double thumbs up? yeah, she's definitely feeling it already. the sight of it makes him chuckle as he finds it endearing. cute, even.[break][break]

she downs her drink quicker than he expects.[break][break]

"holy...alright, maybe you aren't that boujee."[break][break]

he laughs as he sets his empty glass back down.[break][break]

"good job."

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"]

"guess so."[break][break]

his hands move over hers before gently pressing them into her head. he holds for a few seconds as if to emphasize a point before letting his hands fall back down.[break][break]

he smiles, gaze drifting up to the clear blue skies.[break][break]

"this is nice."[break][break]

not the weather, but the moment.

[attr="class","ooc"]calla roth[break]
mission![break]
valor: helping hand[break]

[attr="class","pkspr pkmn-machamp color-shiny"][attr="class","pkspr pkmn-mudkip color-shiny"]