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[cykedfists]

 [When the COMP is switched on, you'll see a close up of Athena's face. She was obviously in a good mood.]

Hey hey hey! Guess what everyone! Today I'm officially 19!

It's weird...  I don't feel any older, but I guess that's normal. Would anyone like to hang out today? If anyone is interested, just let me know.

'Kay bye!

[And just like that, she turned the COMP off. Apparently, it's also "throw a policeman at Apollo" day according to tumblr.]

Comments

[hawkattack]

It's fine. Like I've said, it wasn't a problem to protect you.

[cykedfists]

[He says that but... It still makes her feel bad.]

Well, I'm stronger now. This time, I'll protect you.

[Get used to hugs, Simon.]

[hawkattack]

[... He strokes her back gently, leaning his head down so his cheek rests against the top of her head. He doesn't say anything, but the firm squeeze pretty clearly conveys the message that he's not done protecting her, if the need arises.]

[cykedfists]

[They may be stuck here, but being able to be there for each other made her happy. She was happy to be around the people she loved. For them, she didn't mind this place, even if she was still currently out of a job.]

I might not have my mom around anymore, but I'm not lonely because I have you.

[hawkattack]

[... Don't say things like that Athena noooo.]

... You need better taste in friends.

[Nudge, nudge. His heart tells a different story though, even if it's muted. He really does care about her. He's just not comfortable with expressing it.]

[cykedfists]

[It's times like this that she doesn't even need Widget to help. Laughing light..]

Yeah, maybe you're right.

[She knows. He doesn't need to say anything.]

[hawkattack]

Or at least less dangerous ones, considering what happened to Justice [-dono.]

Or maybe at least just some people more around your age.

[cykedfists]

It's a shame Junie isn't here...

[hawkattack]

[... Not the sads he can't deal with sad Athena -]

I'm sure she's doing fine.

[cykedfists]

[She misses her best friend...]

Yeah. I know she's okay.

[hawkattack]

[Stop the saaaaaads. He tentatively reaches up and ruffles her hair gently.]

[cykedfists]

[She can't help that...]

Are you hungry? We should go eat.

[hawkattack]

A little. But you pick. I'll treat you. It is your birthday, after all.

[cykedfists]

Hmm... How about [Insert place here]

[hawkattack]

All right. Let's get going.

[cykedfists]

[Going to find her stuff... anddd she's ready.]

Okay, let's go.