Thread: Making Our Own Justice (Athene & Razgriz)

Selena Winter Selena shrugged and nodded in agreement with Natalie. Ehh. I mean, yeah. I hear you, loud and clear. Trust me. But ... well .... that's life. Her own set of chuckles resounded as she watched her friend spill a bit of the hot liquid over her own hand. And that , my dear, is called being reckless. You know, the thing you should never do on any mission. But tonight definitely feels like one where that rule has to be heeded more than usual. If this assignment were a tad different, Selena wouldn't be half as worried about Natalie. But having known she was a mother and fairly assuming they were about to rescue some still barely legal teens - possibly a few early 20s aged females - was a huge factor that was making Selena inwardly fret about Natalie. God forbid any are too young, Selena inwardly prayed, taking another long sip from her own cup. Already, tons of plans and back-up plans were swirling through her head. Of course, she didn't forget any orders that would be given were first and top priority. Still, these were just in case she needed to act more on her own accord. ... Yeah. Definitely better to have an amicable divorce than the ugly ones. I've heard pretty brutal stories about those. You wonder why I hesitate to find a person? There's one reason right that. I don't know if I could handle separating after committing to them. Financially ... probably. Mentally? Not so much. Especially if it ever got to a point where I did become a mom. That feels like it'd be more complicated and difficult than it already is. There were many more reasons they were just the hidden ones that almost no one knew of. Try telling me something I don't know, Natalie. I'm twenty-eight. I doubt I'm ever going to find anyone. But ... honestly? She shrugged once again. I'm fine with that. I kinda accepted the solo lifestyle once I hit twenty-four and still had yet to find anyone I wanted to settle down with. As the time ticked away, Selena amused Natalie with her own opinions, advice, and thoughts about various subjects. After several hours ticked away, she stretched, peeking down towards Natalie's wrist to read the time displayed on her watch. Good. We haven't lost our ability to figure out the perfect time to start and stop these chats, it seems. Yeah. I definitely need to head out and get my own shower in. I'll see you soon! One hand lowered, grabbing her half-full caramel cappuccino while the other hovered in the air as Selena waved to Natalie. Had anyone followed her home, they would find out something that would probably be deemed amazing. Despite being a cop in the capitol of the US, Selena didn't live in an overly elegant place. She could have if she wanted to, as money wasn't the issue. Hell, even a house would have been manageable, if only because most had a rent-to-buy option. Instead, she fished a key chain out of her pocket and walked into a small, quaint studio . It had technically been classified as a one bedroom according to the place she rented from. But in all honesty, the layout and space was more akin to a studio. But then, that was fine. She didn't need much to begin with. She never viewed herself as the ideal mother. However .... Meow! The noise made her grin and look down at her beloved pet . It would probably be the closest she'd ever get to having a child. Hello, my precious Anubis. I'm assuming you kept the fort manned down while I was away? Her smile widened as she felt the feline nuzzle against her leg gently. A quick look down revealed the last bits of the cappuccino were now gone. So, she took that as her cue to toss the trash away into a nearby can, proudly grinning as it landed inside with ease. Selena then knelt down and began petting one of the few companions she allowed to get even remotely close to her. Hmm ... unfortunately, I'm not off the clock yet. As if it could understand her, Anubis made a face that was eerily similar to a child pouting. Ohhh, none of that. I promise, I'll be done after this, alright? Besides, I wasn't gonna leave without making sure you didn't have everything you needed. Seeming satisfied with hearing its owner vow that much, Anubis mewed again and lightly jumped up atop one of the many 'trees' located throughout the studio. ... You do need a sibling, don't you? Selena mused curiously, chuckling as she stripped out of her civilian outfit and walked into her shower. Though it had only taken her ten minutes to get washed off and ready, it had taken some extra time to find her badge. Somehow, Anubis had self-taught himself to remove the damn thing off her uniform. And if that wasn't annoying enough, he always managed to hide it pretty damn well. That cat, I swear, she muttered. Because of all the stunts her pet had pulled off, Selena had been forced to take a taxi. Thanks! she quickly replied, hurriedly handing the money as she scurried out of the vehicle and ran to the squad room. Fortunately, she wasn't late like she'd half-feared. Her entrance, however, was something that easily earned many snickers and raised eyebrows from many of the other officers. Including, naturally, her boss Ethan Jacobson. Catch your breath and take a seat while you can, Miss Winter! Enjoy the last five minutes while you still can! Yes sir, she sheepishly replied, taking the first, empty chair that reflected in her bright, blue eyes.