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Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

The fact that he was blushing made June turn red as well. It wasn't the reaction she'd been expecting given how cool and collected he seemed, and it flustered her a little bit. Still, he'd accepted the offering and that probably meant he didn't mind if she hung around, at least for a few minutes. If he'd wanted her gone he could have just rejected the food. Or taken it and walked away, though that wouldn't have been a full deterrent for the redhead. When he smiled she smiled back, her own lasting longer. I would have brought more, but we had to merge most of our supplies with the group. I always like to have a little bit in case someone needs a snack. She pressed her fingers to her lips, eyes warm and a tiny bit amused, like it was some big secret for them to share. It wasn't really encouraged to have extra food, but often a little bit of something sweet cheered people up when they were faltering, and she liked to be able to provide that. And, probably because her family had brought a lot of food with them, they didn't seem to mind massively. Having an orchard did mean they'd brought a decent supply of dried fruit with them. He asked about her family, and the redhead perked up slightly. That was interest, and that was good. We're driving the big green truck. My parents and I. She gestured, and a woman with a dirty yellow bandana tied around similarly red hair waved from the distance, apparently having been observing the conversation from her spot within the truck with enough attention that she realized when she was being gestured at. We hadn't left the farm since this started, so it's been kind of an adventure. I was starting to forget what other people sounded like. She didn't mention why they'd left a farm that was apparently lucky enough to have stayed running through the apocalypse, but it wasn't really something that needed to be talked about. Oh! I'm sorry, I didn't introduce myself. How rude. I'm June. She offered up another bright smile, surprisingly light for someone who'd spent the last four years in what was basically Hell on Earth. No pressure to introduce yourself, I know some people don't like to do that. She probably should have offered her hand, but somehow that just felt like more formality than was needed in the apocalypse. When she heard the ten minute call, the redhead frowned. That wasn't enough time! It was probably too early to try and invite him to ride with her, and definitely too early to invite herself to hang with him. At this rate she'd have to wait until the next break to get to talk to him again, and the thought of it bummed her out. If you don't give me a name I'm probably gonna just gonna pick something, and you should know the last time I got to name something my family had to call a goat 'Goaty' for ten years. So he'd be lucky if she called him 'Scarf' or something.
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

He turned to wave at her parents, a little bit envious that she still had both of them. His mother had died when he was a kid. His dadwell, after the apocalypse happened. Doc and the group were the closest thing to family that he had. June seemed happy to talk, and he was happy to let her. Little by little the sweet, dried morsels of food made their way to his mouth. He savored every bit of the treat and when it was gone he folded up the napkin and handed it back to her, hoping that it might return again with more of the same. I yeah. No. Im 10k, he said as he adjusted the rifle slung on his shoulder. Thats how many zombies Im going to kill. His smile was a little self-conscious. Right now Im on three thousand, nine hundred eighty-three. The men were loading up into their trucks and Doc called out Lets go, kid! 10k gave her an apologetic smile. I guess Ill see you. Thanks for the fruit. He hesitated as if not sure what to do, then he just nodded. Okay, he said, putting a hand on his shoulder strap and jogging off to the truck he was assigned to. As he climbed up he turned to watch her, his mind swimming with questions and a little bit of sunshine where there had only been shadow. The trucks and cars started up and in a few minutes they were back on the road, heading out to Edmund.
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

Accepting the handkerchief back, June tucked it away in her pocket. If she could get a little more she'd bring it, but that had been her stock for the day. She'd only be able bring water or just general cheerful personality when she came back. Because she was definitely coming back to talk to him next break. She stared at him for a moment, big blue eyes wide. That's amazing, the teenager said finally. That's more than the population of the town that was nearest our farm. I bet there's at least one person alive thanks to circumstance because of you. Almost four thousand zombies that couldn't hurt anyone was very impressive. I'm glad I've got something to work with, I was probably gonna end up calling you 'Scarf' or 'Frowny' if you didn't give me anything. Though it turns out you're not all that frowny so I guess that wouldn't have worked very well. She looked amused with herself, pleased to have a better name to call him. It occurred to her that eventually he'd get to ten thousand and then he'd probably need a new name, but she didn't ask. The call went out and trucks started revving back up, and June looked a little disappointed. Stay safe. It was more than anyone could really promise, but pretending worked just fine. She glanced back one more time before heading reluctantly back to the truck. Her parents spent a few minutes good naturedly questioning her about 'that cute boy', and she answered honestly. The rest of the drive was spent staring out the window, fiddling with the radio in an attempt to find... well, anything, and trying to spot 10k from the window or mirror. She also ended up taking a little nap, which she had definitely needed. Not long before the next break they saw a stream, and June spent the last few minutes of the drive convincing her parents to let her go check it out. If the water was drinkable, they could take a car down and fill up the group's water supplies. The moment the truck stopped she was down out of it, heading towards where 10k was. I'm back! She chirped brightly. We noticed some water a ways back, and I was wondering if you'd like to come check it out? I sort of already told my parents you would, it was the only way to get them to agree to let me go instead of sending someone else. I really want to stretch my legs. Perhaps in an attempt to cut off any potential rejection before he started, the petite redhead flashed a few moments of puppy dog eyes.
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

He kept an eye on the green truck. It was a few vehicles behind them, and occasionally when they turned a curve he would lose sight of it. Every time they came back into view he would smile, and Doc, noticing, would smile as well. It was about time that the whipper-snapper had someone to be interested in. Maybe it would take his mind off of Cassandra. Occasionally he'd catch a glimpse of a Blaster and he or another good shot would try to take it out. Those things were fast, though they seemed to understand the rules of engagement as well, ducking under cover and falling back when it wasn't profitable to press on. These differences worried 10k. He knew the way that animals reacted and he knew the way that Zs reacted, and these things were acting more like people than Zs or animals. Warily he cast a glance back at the rear of the convoy as they pulled over for another break. It was nearly evening and they'd have to find a place to rest soon, or else switch drivers. It was dangerous to travel at night. He saw the redhead spring from her truck and make it to his in less than a minute after they stopped. He tried not to smile at the attention, but it was a losing battle, and except for the one time Murphy cared to look in his direction he felt like that day was about to be his best day ever. How, uh... how far back? He squinted and looked to the rear of the caravan as if he could x-ray his vision through the hills. He glanced back at June and frowned at her deception. Who would let their kid go look for water with a stranger? Even pre-Z it was a bad idea. But she wanted to go, and he knew that she shouldn't go alone. Uhm... okay. Yeah.. I guess. He nodded, his spiky black hair a mess after riding in the back of the truck for hours. He found her gaze a little unnerving, having never had anyone look at him that way before. He frowned and adjusted his rifle. Do you, ah...have something to put the water in? Once they figured out what they were doing he began to walk with her, his eyes scanning for any signs of Zs or Blasters. If it wasn't for them, the scene would be considered idyllic. He saw something that looked suspicious and shouldered his rifle to look down the scope. It turned out to be a shirt snagged on a branch. He scanned the ridge and then decided it looked safe enough to continue. As far as he was concerned he was there to guard her, and if he failed then he'd have her parents to face afterwards, and he didn't want to be forced to do that.
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

A botanist? He turned to look at her, wondering what kind of dreams where shattered for her when the outbreak happened. For him not a lot had changed he and his dad had been living primitively for a long time, since his mom died, at least, and the first time hed been in a hotel had been after the outbreak. Heck, he could drive a stick shift but he didnt know how to operate a computer, not that computers mattered any longer. So you were smart, he said it as if it was a done deal. Anyone who thought of going to college had to be smart. Or rich. He never considered himself either. As they walked he kept his eyes on the terrain. His ear was bent to her, but it wasnt until she told him that shed stab him if he tried to get fresh with her. That drew an embarrassed grin. Oh I wouldnt know how I ah no. No need to worry. He turned his face away to hide the spreading blush across his face and neck. Once he was able to swallow the lump that filled his throat he nodded. Friends is good. He had no idea what to say to her. On one hand, talking attracted Zs. On the other, she as cute and they were alone, where prying ears couldnt tease him mercilessly about anything that was or wasnt said, but he had no clue how boys talked to girls who they wanted to be friends with. I dont think I want to be stabbed, he said quietly as they neared the water. It looked like the stream was safe relatively. He didnt see any signs of Zs or smell the stench of rotted flesh. They were always worried about drinking natural water that might have been washing over the decaying corpse of a Z, animal or otherwise. There was also the normal concerns that came with dirty water. After a long look up and down the shore line he nodded to her. I think its okay to get water, he said, turning to watch their back. We should hurry.
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

I was smart? Excuse you, I'm still at least as smart as I was at fourteen, if not more. June sounded indignant, but she was smiling and her expression didn't at all look like she'd taken offense to what he said. Though admittedly I am much, much less prepared for college than I used to imagine I'd be at this age. What about you? He'd had goals, right? Everyone did. He was stammering, and while it made June feel a little awkward, she also thought it was cute. I personally might not mind too much, but I gotta do what dad says. She paused and then, realizing what she'd actually said, turned a dark pink and stumbled over her words for a moment to get out an apology. Oh my god that totally wasn't what I meant, oh jeez it just kind of popped out, I promise I'm not creepy. That was more flirt than she wanted and felt entirely too much like 'yeah I'd totally do you in the trees' for June's comfort. sorry. I should stop teasing you. Its just really surprising you're not super intense and hard to talk to. You kinda give off that air from a distance. But like, you're just a normal person and that is a huge relief because I don't think I'd get along with super intense. I just... don't really know how to talk to people who aren't forty anymore. Also she maybe had sort of meant it? She wasn't sure. He was incredibly attractive and seemed very nice, and June was at a loss on how to handle this. She was definitely wondering what it would be like if she got to lean against him. Being a teenager in the apocalypse super sucked. I'm not totally sure what getting fresh with someone entails, actually. When he mentioned the water, the redhead nodded. Picking up a rock the teen tossed it in, pausing for a moment. Nothing came crawling out of the few cattails growing on the edge of the lazy water and she stepped forward, pulling her bottle out of her bag and filling it about halfway up. Shaking it, she held it up to the light and squinted at it for a moment. This should be fine. We have a few filters, so as long as there's nothing seriously wrong with it, we'll be fine. I want to go across and cut the cattails, though. I'd say they're worth their weight in gold food-wise, but gold isn't really worth anything now. Still. He'd get the idea. Without really waiting, the young woman hopped across the stream, feet splashing quietly in the water as she went. I figure they run into trouble on the walk back. Victory followed by trouble followed by quiet moment and then everything goes to shit. Though if you want them to return without supplies that works too. Just repeatedly kick them down. Also it is super fun to write June basically word-vomiting in order to keep a conversation and try to make 10k like her. Awkward flirting is the best flirting.
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

She was really sounding like she liked him, which wasnt something that 10k was used to. Hed spent a great deal of time with just his dad. Interacting with others was still a strange thing, despite the over four years since the SHTF. He watched her throw the rock into the cat tails and thought about how he used to swim without a worry in the pond near his home, all those years ago. Nowadays he didnt feel safe anywhere that he couldnt see the bottom of the water. It had been a long, long time since hed waded into dark water. When she practically jumped in he didnt know what to do. She was kind of crazy, he figured. Who would do that? Then he steeled himself and waded in with her, his rifle held high. Every tendril of stream weed, every minnow, was a Zs hand reaching to grab him. He couldnt stand the feeling of stepping into a heap of bad day. He waded across the water to where she was standing with the cat tails. These things make me itch, he shared as he looked at the strange hot-dog plants suspiciously. I never thought to eat them. He felt something brush his leg and it made him flinch, but then a silver fish streaked away and he let out a breath of relief. The water spooked him. He found himself standing really close to her. The few plants that separated them were not much barrier at all, and he could practically feel Docs voice encouraging him. Go for it, kid! You only live once. He licked his lips. I, uhm, I dont know exactly what it means to get fresh either. I havent even kissed a girl, other than my mother. But not in that way. He quickly added as clarification. She was impossibly close to him. It would just take a little bit of something, but he wasnt sure what. Why was it that people like Murphy, of all people, found people like that Pie Girl and hooked up without a second thought, but 10k felt all thumbs around girls? Her hair was brilliant in the sunlight. He found his eyes trailing from her hair to her nose, her lips his eyes caught a glimpse of something moving behind her. Had he not been staring at her he would have missed it. Frack. He unslung his rifle. Get up that bank. Hurry!
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

It wasn't that deep, and June was trying her best to stick to rocks. Really, knee deep in the worst places, so she wasn't super concerned. There was still the chance of getting grabbed, but most anything that was going to be able to take a bite out of her would have tried to get up when she'd tossed the rock. If anything, the water felt good. It was cool, and everything had been so dry and dusty with the trucks, that it was a relief to feel the cold. Which she definitely wouldn't still have felt if it were a few months later, but winter hadn't come yet so she wasn't thinking about it too much except for food and making sure she had the clothes. You might be allergic to the pollen. I don't know if a lot of people know that it's edible. A book I once read said that if you found cattails, you'd have three of the four things needed for survival. Water, because they always grow near water, food because you can eat them and fish like to swim near them, and shelter because the reeds can be woven for roofing. All you're missing is companionship. Anyway, they've got vitamins A, B, and C, and more starch than potatoes. She cut a few carefully, investigating for a moment, before setting to work trying to get as much as she could. When he flinched, she glanced back up at him. You don't have to stand in the water with me. I'm sure you can keep just as good an eye on me from the bank, it's barely a foot away. But it did make her feel safer to have him right there. He hadn't kissed a girl before? Really? That's sort of surprising, June said after a moment. I'd sort of expect you'd get all sorts of attention. Then again, not a whole lot people, so there was that. I mean I-- she just sort of trailed off and focused on the reeds in front of her because she wasn't going to tell him she thought he was really good looking and would probably be totally willing to kiss him. It didn't even matter that much, because he spoke again, and his tone was very different. Frack? Really? It's the apocalypse, you can-- her joke about him about swearing was cut off by the most vehement utterance of oh pinwheels ! the world had probably ever heard when she actually saw the zombies. She shoved the reeds in her hand into her bag, grip on her knife shifting to one better suited for stabbing things in the head, and scampered towards dry land. you always have new songs in your signature and if you're interested in finding new music, maybe try Frank Turner ? I'm ridiculously obsessed
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

He has a good sound. Is that your current favorite? Sorry this one is so short. I wanted to give June a chance to interact. He put a hand on the small of her back to push her up the bank. 10k scrambled up beside her, then shouldered his rifle to take out the Blaster. Its fast, direct movement was unmistakable, but when the thing swerved as he took aim the sharpshooter could have sworn the thing ducked. It ducked! Another shot followed the first, and as the Blaster straightened, the bullet traveled low over the rise of the ground and took off the top of its skull. Three thousand, nine hundred eighty-eight, he murmured, sighting in the next Z and shooting it in the knee before taking the head shot. Eighty-nine. He straightened and ran to catch up with June. The path between them and the caravan was riddled with shrubs and small clusters of scraggly trees, and they could hear a few gunshot and shouts from their friends. A few engines started up and sent a thrill of fear through 10ks body. They were going to leave them behind! He shot at one that came up over the hill from the direction they were running, then something snagged his ankle and made him fall so hard it knocked the wind out of his lungs and the rifle out of his hands. Turning, kicking, he saw that a half-decayed Z had reached out from where it had slept in a gnarly bush and grabbed his foot.
Thread: Survive Together -- Z Nation [Virginia & Traveler]

In literally any other situation, the touch probably would have flustered her a little. Right now, June didn't really notice it. She had much more important things to focus on, mostly not dying. For now, the redheaded teen just focused on getting back to the caravan. Without a gun she wasn't particularly well equipped for blasters, but as long as only came close she wouldn't have too much trouble. And 10k was impressive with the gun, so she was more focusing on what was within her immediate field of range and vision. If it came within she'd do what she had to, but right now running. When she heard him hit the ground, June turned so fast she almost skidded and topped over herself. She went sprinting back towards him, foot lashing out to hit the zombie hard in the head before grabbing 10k's gun so he could just get up and taking a moment to stab the zombie in the head. If they could hear shouts and engines that meant they were close, and her parents would wait. his group might wait, too. She wasn't sure, but June knew for sure that her family wouldn't leave without her. She extended her hand to help him up, and then gave him his gun. We're not that far away. It was going to be fine. Everything was going to be fine. My truck is closer, if things are bad there, you should just get in that one. He could lean out the window and signal to his friends or something. It was going to be better to get in the moving vehicle faster. Was actually gonna ask if you wanted to ride with us anyway. It was the apocalypse, a girl had to know how to talk and kill at the same time. She wasn't sure if her parents would actually come out to the area she'd been heading off towards, but she hoped not. It might be possible to miss each other, and that thought stressed her out. I think my favorite is If Ever I Stray, but the music video for that is terrible. Also, do we want to ruin June's family forever while 10k is in the car with them, or after he's gone back to his, so he has to run for her all dramatic-like?