|
Post by michi on Apr 6, 2008 11:07:34 GMT -4
Whoooo. :3
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
“It’s this one!” Nicholas suddenly spun around, blinking in confusion. Why was some little weird kid in… a bathrobe… running towards him? “Who the— TYREAL!” He could control the smile that lit up his face, coming without warning as one long arm shot up into the air to wave over his head. Finally — some company he actually liked! After a moment, his arm fell to his side although he still smiled. His child stared at the approaching people with wide, curious eyes. “Who’re they?” He paused. “Is that one… Alexis? The one from the story about how you first came here?” Nicholas nodded and although a part of him felt sad to remember those times — five long years ago, although it seemed to him as if those events had occurred only recently — but still smiled. It was a real smile; it was a happy smile.
“HELLOOO, PEOPLE!” Nicholas sighed before giving a nod. “Definitely Alexis…” “Do you think she’ll trip or something like in your stories?” “Maybe.” Nicholas laughed before turning his head to his wifiee. “Maybe it will be fine, Nami. Although… I’m still worried. What if they want to create the Chaos again or…?” He sighed before falling silent. Nevermind the Chaos, they didn’t need that to hurt him. Their presence was enough.
|
|
Ari-chan
Partially Crazy
[D3v:Ari-theCookieQueen]
Posts: 133
|
Post by Ari-chan on Apr 6, 2008 11:34:07 GMT -4
Lulu’s question was answer the moment Jerald picked up the baby Eevee, but the girl didn’t really seem to care about that any more. Instead here eyes were on the wannabe-queen Akari. She’s must be the rudest little kid I’ve ever seen, The girl thought. Her golden eyes widened a bit as the girls twin ran, or rather flipped, over to stand next to her twin. “Wow, cool!” Hikaru spoke his sister’s thought as he came over, one hand on Pi-chi and the other on his hat. Slowly, the girl reached over and hit her brother in the back of the head, instantly he dropped the baseball cap. “What was that for?!” He demanded as he retrieved the cap. “You were thinking it too!” “I think you just hurt her pride by saying that she was impressed by a little kid.” A voice said in his ear as his mother put a hand on his shoulder. Rose looked at the group, a small smile on her face. “Well I see Mr. Ego’s here.” The thirty-five-year old started, using her old nickname for Ryuu. “Hello Rain,” she gave the woman a full smile. “And Jerald-" her eyes went from on eevee to the other- “you married a pokemon didn’t you?” Well, this promises to be interesting.
|
|
Harliness
New to the Insanity
I FOUND ALASKA
Posts: 46
|
Post by Harliness on Apr 6, 2008 11:43:44 GMT -4
Maya continued to gallop towards the group, Charizard tugging at her shirt keeping her body in one place. "Let go of me, ya oversized reptile!"Maya pleaded, continuing her efforts to run ahead. The pokemon's strength was ten times that of a little girl's, but Maya wasn't one to give up a fight.
"Pipe down you pip-squeek!" The Charizard grumbled, his claws beginning to tear through the young girl's clothing from her constant tugging.
"Let me go!" "Eh, I don't think I will. "Now!" "Nope." "NOW!" "Well if you insist."
And with that, Charizard released his grip. Unfortunatly, Maya wasn't paying attention and continued to pull and run from the pokemon's grip. When he finally let go - she collapsed. Face first into the dirt.
"Ya big dummy! What you do that for?"Maya said with a pant, arms crossed as she sat in a crumpled pile in the dirt.
"You told me to let go."Charizard said matter-of-factly, adding in a slight chuckle.
Alexis and Rai soon caught up, stopping just before the large group to collect Maya. Charizard laughed again before stepping onward toward the group of children. Dusting herself off, Maya quickly stood and paraded behind the pokemon.
"Erm hello, everyone." Alexis said looking up, eyes flashing to blue suddenly. Nervous much? But why? She still hadn't yet find out why this was so nerve wracking for her. Was it because of all those memories that would resurface? Possibly. Pushing the thought aside, she stepped forward and put on a smile. Maybe it was better to just make the best of the situation. After all, she did miss everyone terribly.
|
|
|
Post by xkazehimex on Apr 6, 2008 11:45:51 GMT -4
+ This is just Nami/Holly's part. :3 +
---
Holly whirled around at the shrill call, eyes blinking to focus on a girl ... that was in a bathrobe? She glanced to her brother in bewilderment, before walking back towards the growing group with arms dangling freely at her sides. "Blake, who --" [/color] Her gaze blinked to Alexis - yep, that was her - before straying to the man. Didn't she like... Eh. Things change over time, she guessed. Nami smiled; but couldn't help a pang of guilt at the sight of the blonde. "No, Nicholas. They won't try something so brutal -- I'm not completely sure; but the possibilities are low. Of course -- I understand this won't swallow all of your pain, and that it won't fix what they've done -- but try to give them -- /him/ -- another chance."[/color] She smiled and briefly kissed his cheek, before pulling away towards her children. [/center][/font]
|
|
|
Post by michi on Apr 6, 2008 12:07:19 GMT -4
Whoooo. :3
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
“Yes, Akemi, I did.” The girl was grinning, now standing, Eevee forgotten. Her gaze — smug and condescending as always — flickered to the other twins, watching their reactions. Just like her father, she wasn’t one to make friends; a princess had subjects and servants, not friends. “We’re not little, you old hag! I bet we could beat you up!” snapped the child, grabbing four kunai in one swift motion; two were in each hand, held between her fingers (like Misao in Rurouni Kenshin), ready to the thrown with deadly speed and accuracy. Ryuu merely chuckled, looking at Rose with amusement. “She probably could, you know… Happened to a few Aqua grunts. Never tried to kidnap her again…” Did Rose’s children know how to fight? Probably not. And even if they did, they probably didn’t have the skill that his daughters had developed with the help of Nami and her skills with swords and his fetish for throwing knives. The miracle of having kickass relatives!
“Me, reckless? Why would you think that?” Ryuu added after a moment, winking before turning to Jerald. “No offense, Jerald, but you're weirder than you were before. Stay away from my Pokemon, please.” Ryuu snickered at that. Making fun of others was his favorite past time.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
“I’ve given him a lot of chances,” he replied although fell silent as a girl toppled over thanks to some Charizard. “Yep, definitely related to Alexis.” He gave a sigh before stepping towards her, Blake following. “Are you… Alexis’s daughter? I’m Nicholas… maybe you’ve heard of me and this is my son.” “Call me Blake.” The child smiled although one hand clung tightly to his father’s wrist.
|
|
|
Post by Darkpidgeot on Apr 6, 2008 12:33:11 GMT -4
"Hello Nick, it's been quite a long time since we last seen each other," The priest drew close to the young boy. Strange to how much the kid had changed. "Is this the zombie guy daddy?"Cari asked, tugging on Nick's shirt sleeve. Azure seemed embaressed from that comment as she dragged the young girl away, telling her about how rude it was calling someone a zombie. Tyreal just shook his head and turned around to spot the bright orange flame of a Charizard. It took a moment to register the thought process of remembering who it was. The answer came to him when one called out a greeting. "Hello Alexis," the priest answered as the group came up, greeting the Ex-Hero before turning back to Nick. "There would be no point in starting another war, this gathering is for good intentions."
"And what gave you that idea?" Jerald chuckled as he let the young Eevee in his hand down to the ground. The brown fox ran off to join his mother. He listened to the children go on talking about how cool everything was...“No offense, Jerald, but you're weirder than you were before. Stay away from my Pokemon, please.” Turning to Ryuu as he answered, he held his hands up and shook his head. "I don't see how much more stranger I can get."
|
|
Harliness
New to the Insanity
I FOUND ALASKA
Posts: 46
|
Post by Harliness on Apr 6, 2008 12:37:23 GMT -4
"Yes, that'd be me!" Maya said with a bright smile, almost as if she was proud to be the daughter of a clutz. Raising a hand to her head, she adjusted the beanie which had fell lopsided and peered at the small child beside Nick. "Um, maybe?"Maya then responded, gaze shifting upward toward the tall man. She studied his features, then turning to look at the blue haired women close by.
"Maya, your mama has told you about them." Charizard then said to her, trying to refresh the girl's memory. Maya, again like her mother, was blond and tended to forget things easily. Also, Alexis wasn't the most fabulous story teller. In any tales, most of the people she described ended up looking completely different for Maya.
|
|
|
Post by xkazehimex on Apr 6, 2008 12:50:17 GMT -4
"I might cut you, Akari~"
[/color] Akemi sang in a melodic way, before swinging to barely miss her sister's head. "Oops."[/color] She muttered sarcastically, before leaping up to swipe at Akari's waist... Rain's gaze returned to Ryuu; knowing that her daughters knew to be responsible -- even if the woman thought they really shouldn't bring their ... equipment along. Oh well. "Hello, Rose," Rain greeted with a subtle smile, before one eyebrow twitched at Ryuu's response, cheeks slightly tinting pink as she gently pushed him. "Oh, you -- stop it. Jerald, I don't think he means it. ... But then again, Ryuu /is/ Ryuu." Rain sighed, turning her body towards the house. {I'm truthfully... kinda... /scared./}--- Her gaze softened onto Nicholas as Nami glanced at him one last time, before Holly came to hold her hand. The mother of the two smiled, walking her up next to Blake. ".... And this is Holly; and I am Nami." [/color] "Yo! Nice to meet ya."[/color] [/center][/font]
|
|
Ari-chan
Partially Crazy
[D3v:Ari-theCookieQueen]
Posts: 133
|
Post by Ari-chan on Apr 6, 2008 12:51:24 GMT -4
Rose’s smile remained on her face as Akari called her an old hag. The woman was used to Ryuu insulting her and expected no less from his child, though she didn’t expect the girl to be so young. Her twins, however, didn’t expect it, and the moment Akari closed her mouth both shouted in unison. “DON’T CALL MA-" A squeeze on the shoulder and a few whispered Spanish words were all it took to silence her children, and soon the twins were giggling silently at their mother’s joke. Turning to Ryuu Rose said, “I wouldn’t doubt that she could, seeing who her father is.” Kitty, who had been standing next to her trainer the entire time, looked amazed that what her trainer said hadn’t been an insult but rather a complement of sorts. You’ve grown up, Rosie. The prim pokemon thought with a swish of her tail. "And what gave you that idea?" Rose giggled, at the question, (yes, she actually giggled) and then turned to face Jerald. “Oh nothing, nothing,” She replied.
|
|
Harliness
New to the Insanity
I FOUND ALASKA
Posts: 46
|
Post by Harliness on Apr 6, 2008 13:06:19 GMT -4
"Hello there!"Maya said, her gazed then fixating on the blue haired woman. Now this woman seemed to fit the description her mother had given in her stories. The bird woman! Articuno was it? Maya's mouth then gaped in awe, eyes twinkling as she searched for the pair of wings. Charizard grumbled, grabbing the girl once again. She tended to be quite the handful. More so than Alexis ever was.
"Why are you always grabbing me?"Maya complained, poking at the claws of the fire-type. Charizard didn't respond, instead he pushed her aside and hobbled toward Alexis and Rai.
"Some reunion..."Alexis said to Charizard as he approached. The lizard shrugged, looking about at the all ruckus these children were causing. He sighed, figuring he would resort to being a baby sitter for their time being here. Alexis' gaze shifted about, laying on one person.
"Hey there! Long time no see,eh?" She said, blinking as she stared at Tyreal.
(there we goesss)
|
|
|
Post by Darkpidgeot on Apr 6, 2008 13:23:26 GMT -4
" But then again, Ryuu /is/ Ryuu." Turning to Rain, Jerald nodded. "Even then, he's changed...Well, if you are here, I would assume everyone else is here too." Jerald said, one hand in his pocket while the other kept hold of his gas mask. Off in the distance, he could hear the boat horn as it departed from port. Turning in that direction, the scientist started to enter Pallet's interior. "Might as well go and see if we can find anyone else..." The two Eevees watched Jerald walk away for a minute before bounding up after him.
Tyreal nodded with the introductions before starting up himself. "Honor to meet you all, my name is Tyreal..." he said and then gestured to the two females next to him, "Azure...and Cari." Azure nodded and made a slight bow to Nami and Nick's family. "It's a pleasure to finally meet you." Cari also followed her mother's example, though she tripped on her priest gown. Stumbling forward, she rammed right into Maya.
|
|
Harliness
New to the Insanity
I FOUND ALASKA
Posts: 46
|
Post by Harliness on Apr 6, 2008 19:20:50 GMT -4
"AH! HEY! Watch where you're goin!" Maya huffed, the sudden bump scaring her a bit. "Don't make me whip my pokemon out on you!"
Instinctivley Maya's hand reached down to her belt, plucking one pokeball. It was coral pink, rhinestones adorning the rim. She was about to throw it at who ever bumped her, but Charizard stopped her. The oversized lizard let out a groan of annoyance, about ready to sieze the pokeball from the girl's grip.
"You're acting more like your dad everyday, but there is no doubt you still have your mother's mind." Charizard huffed, patting the small girl's head. Maya shrugged it off, turning to Cari. Her brow furrowed, eyes studying the other girl.
"What's with the bathrobe?"She then blurted.
|
|
|
Post by michi on Apr 6, 2008 19:22:46 GMT -4
Whoooo. :3
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
“Cut me? I am the invincible princess from Shamouti Island!” The six-year-old ducked down before jumping back; another few jumps and she was perched in a low-lying tree branch that was thick enough for her to stand on with a cat-like grace. “All you are is a duchess. Trying to hurt the princess will get you nowhere.” Her tone was whimsical and carefree, yet somehow arrogant and bemused at the same time. Her eyes narrowed slightly, scrutinizing her friend before she grinned and straightened. “OFF WITH HER HEAD!” She cried, and without another sound, the four kunai were thrown at her own flesh and blood before she danced backward, disappearing in the foliage.
“Miss Whore, if I didn't know better, I'd guess you were hitting on me,” he sneered before straightening, adding in snidely, “So who'd you seduce to hae those losers?” He thrust a thumb in the direction of her pathetic kids. They probably couldn't fight for their life; they weren't as beautiful as his own children. It was like comparing diamonds to dirt. After a moment, Ryuu turned, following Jerald, leaving his daughters behind — they could defend themselves, after all. One hand reached out for Rain's...
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
“Yeah... Wait — ZOMBIE GUY?” Nicholas blinked, wide eyes growing wider. That brought back bed memories. “Thanks...” His tone was bleak, one hand reaching up to rub the right side of his face. “Nice to meet you all — oh, hi Alexis.” The boy gave a sigh, arm dropping to his side before his head raised, looking up at the sky. “Hmmmm...” Slowly, his lips pursed, a quiet whistling escaping his lips. Mystique arrived moments later, eyes studying the gathered humans. “Might as well be prepared, right?” He smiled feebly.
|
|
Ari-chan
Partially Crazy
[D3v:Ari-theCookieQueen]
Posts: 133
|
Post by Ari-chan on Apr 6, 2008 19:45:49 GMT -4
The twins looked up at their mother to find her still smiling as Ryuu called her a whore and insulted them. Once the cabron was out of ear shot both children turned to their mother and demanded to know way she hadn’t said anything in her own defense. “He was being so rude Mami! Why didn’t you hit him of something?” “Yeah Mami! Why didn’t you do something?!” They had more complaints, and Rose listen patiently as her children switch from Spanish to English telling her all the things she could have done to make him sorry. Once they were done the woman placed her hands on her children’s head. “I didn’t say anything,” She said in Spanish, “because I learned a long time ago that saying something back is just what he wants you to do, it shows him that you care. Besides, what come out of his mouth is mierda, though I’m sure if you told him that he’d say it was high quality.” Just as she planned the twins laugh at her joke, and they seemed to forget all about what Ryuu said. “Now shall we go? We don’t want to be late.” Luz and Hikaru nodded and then started walking again, both thinking about what they would do to Ryuu once their mother wasn’t around.
|
|
|
Post by xkazehimex on Apr 6, 2008 21:08:26 GMT -4
"Princess of Shamouti, as the Duchess of Shamouti -- I am pleased to meet you!" [/color] Akemi cried out proudly, hands moving swiftly to block three and leap up to dodge the fourth. "I think I would like to keep my head; dear princess,"[/color] Akemi called out with a raised brow, before drawing her feet together, her sword's blade pointed towards the sky as her eyes shut, hilt next to her heart as the agile female grew silent; concentrating on the subtle movements in the shadows... Rain gave her daughters on last glance, before giving a 'excuse him, please' smile to Rose and gladly took her husband's hand, her own trembling. What would they say? What would they do? Honestly, she doubted this was meant for one-hundred-percent forgiveness -- but no one exactly knew what they were up to... Walking closer to Ryuu, Rain leaned her cheek onto his right bicep, eyes growing tender at the memories flashing through. They really had been through a lot... --- Nami smiled at the child, but tensed as she stared at her in utter awe. For a second, Nami thought she was supposed to put on a show or something, but -- honestly, she was glad for that child in the robe bumped into her. The woman smiled at the Latias, before Holly's grip on her hand seemed to tighten. "Mom, there's a lot of people here.. will there be more?" [/color] "Oh, Holly -- don't be surprised just yet. There will be... many, many /unique/ people."[/color] [/center][/font]
|
|
|
Post by Darkpidgeot on Apr 6, 2008 21:42:16 GMT -4
"It's NOT a bathrobe, it's a priest gown." Cari stomped her foot on the ground with her answer. The young priest said nothing else as the female Eon pokemon Mystique flew in. Cari was in a small awe of shock but said nothing more and stepped back. "Sorry Nick, it's the way she interpreted my explanation of you." Tyreal answered, slightly embarrassed. Turning to the Eon pokemon, the priest nodded at the Legend.
"Well well...looks like we found the other half of our troop." Jerald called out as he noticed everyone else in front of Nick's house. "Nice to see you again old friend," The scientist said greeting the priest that he had seen so much before. "Your one to speak, strange to see you normal like this." Tyreal replied, taking note that the scientist showed no signs of being an eevee moprh. Jerald shrugged and turned to Nick, "You haven't changed much..." It wasn't really true, Nick had really grown from the last time Jerald saw him. Finally he looked to Alexis and crossed his arms over his chest but he said nothing. (*whistles*)
|
|
Harliness
New to the Insanity
I FOUND ALASKA
Posts: 46
|
Post by Harliness on Apr 6, 2008 21:59:52 GMT -4
"Priest gown? Same thing." Maya said with a wave of her hand, securing the pokeball back on her belt. This girl wasn't of much interest, so Maya hopped off without so much as a goodbye. She reached Alexis and stood at her side, swinging her body back and forth from boredom.
"Why are you looking at me like that?" Alexis said, raising a brow at the crazy scientist. The orb like necklace began to vibrate, the orange and red hues began to swim more rapidly in its confinment as Alexis's temper slowly began to rise. After so many years one would think such hatred would settle. For Alexis, it was only the beginning. She didn't truely hate Jerald, she just had a strong disliking for him. Afterall, he did practically destroy half her life. Looking at it now though, it seemed like all the things he did to her were for the better. She had Charizard back, her powers were contained(for the most part at least), and she had Rai to help with her mood swings. Was hating him worth the energy at all? She scoffed, grabbing Maya's arm and pulling her close.
"Ow, Mama!" Maya squeeked, trying to break free of her mother's grasp.
|
|
|
Post by F e n i on Apr 7, 2008 20:15:28 GMT -4
“Okaa-san, how’s Otou-san?” “He’ll be fine. Why don’t you go outside and frolic with the others? We’ll meet you in a few minutes, Nai-chan.” “Okaa-san, I’m not a child anymore. I’m already thirteen, remember?” “Yes, Nai-chan, I know. I’m sorry your father had to be in this state for the beginning of your birthday.” A brief period of silence encompassed the two voices. “It’s best if you greet the guests; this incident should not make us appear to be bad hosts. Go on, now.” “Hai, Okaa-san.”
The now-thirteen-year-old bowed to her mother before scurrying out the room and sliding the wooden door shut behind her. The color of her eyes couldn’t be seen as they were shadowed by her bangs. Head slightly downcast and hand still on the door, Naiomi began to ponder.
Of all days for father to be in this condition, why today? Why on the big gathering? Why on her birthday? Naiomi knew Keiichi not to pull off tricks like this. (His pride was too large for such.) He never became ill either. The sickness, therefore, was true. No wonder why mother was so depressed all of a sudden. All Naiomi wanted them to do was smile again.
Yesterday, Naiomi distinctly remembered hearing her father coughing; it sounded like there was something caught in his lungs or chest. The entity obviously didn’t leave overnight which ousted all thoughts of being a simple fever or common cold. Naiomi didn’t know what she would do if this ailment remained for much longer. It had already deteriorated Keiichi’s body so much… No, she couldn’t think of such today.
She shook her head, raven-colored locks flowing all around her. The silky strands reached to her waist just like her mother’s. Today Naiomi needed to be happy! Skipping down the hallway and taking a left at the second opening, Naiomi found herself at the front door.
The girl placed her house slippers at the step before slipping into her new white (but you could see a tint of fuchsia) shoes. Her socks bunched up half way to her shins. After securing the sneakers, Naiomi stood up. A fuchsia mini skirt fluttered, only reaching down three-fourths of her thighs. A white tank top with black trim adorned her top, matching wrist bands accompanying the attire. She’d normally have a white beach hat sitting atop her head, but she decided to tie her long locks in a big bow today.
Ah, sweet sunshine. Prudently, Naiomi walked out of the Sakurai residence. Wow, there were a lot more people here than she expected, especially ones that were older than she was. Probably Otou-san and Okaa-san’s friends -- no, rivals. [/b] She knew very well what her parents had done. Fifteen years since the Chaos ended… scary, really. Perhaps she’d make some friends after all? Probably not. [/center]
|
|
|
Post by Darkpidgeot on Apr 7, 2008 20:42:48 GMT -4
"What...can't an old friend see how much someone had changed over the years?" Jerald just shook his head and turned his back to the girl. He didn't blame her for hating him so, not after the hell he put on her. He looked up into the sky, it seemed strange to see blue here. The last time he saw, they were red. A hand went into his pocket as he rubbed a small charm that he placed in there. Tyreal turned to the house and watched a young girl come out, one of the hosts, he assumed. "Well, I guess that everyone's thats supposed to be here is here." The priest turned up, Order still ran through him, though it burned not as strongly as before. But he had the feeling that maybe, just maybe, something bad was about to happen...
|
|
|
Post by michi on Apr 7, 2008 21:19:12 GMT -4
@boowhenyoucomeon: I'll edit Ryuu and Akari tomorrow (after I get my hair cuttered and shizz).
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Hadn't changed much? What did he mean by that? 'No,' thought the mean desperately, eyes narrowing slightly. He felt pathetic now, after hearing that. Was he really exactly like the helpless child he had been all those years ago? 'NO!' snapped one part of his mind but another seemed to disagree. Two canine ears poked up from his hair; it was now a bright orange and razor-sharp fangs had replaced his dull teeth. Even Blake knew what was coming and jumped towards his mother just as his father's fingernails grew pointed and black. “I'm not weak anymore,” he snapped, ears flickering back in a mix of anger and fear. Was he still that pathetic little boy he once had been. “Shut up Jerald, no one likes you,” the man spat suddenly, although Nick believed that was a little hypocritical of him to say – his own brother seemed to hate him, after all. Speaking of brothers...
The man suddenly straightened, indigo eyes wide as his head snapped back to peer behind his shoulder, nostrils flared angrily. 'Otou-san? Who the hell is Naiomi talking about?' The replying voice – Okaa-san – sent realization running through him and he was soon trembling from the overwhelming anger. Keiichi was sick? Keiichi couldn't be sick – he would invent some evil potion to keep himself healthy just to ruin his own brother's life! But... Then why had she come out alone?
“WHAT THE HECK'S WRONG WITH THAT STUPID–” He paused, glancing at the young audience. “–JERK?”
|
|