Artemis meets Alano

( The night is dark and cool. Calm. As the Society bustles
about, a man dances from the docks to the cobblestone streets. Strapped to his
back is a guitar perhaps a little small for his size. As he waltzes through
Bethnal Green with heavy luggage in hand, he stops to notice the world around
him and the transition from the lively lower classes to the austere company. He
saddens as he approaches the Society, taking in his new neighborhood.
"Not as lively as home"
He sighs and marches up the steps, setting the bag down. In
one swift motion, he pivots and knocks three times with the back of his hand. )
Decipherer: Artemis carefully navigates the halls with a small
frown, thoughts cluttered by the events that had taken place. Elias was,
thankfully, asleep - how interesting a change. He'd never been the nighttime
type.
The three knocks capture his attention soon enough, and he quickly swings the
door wide with a grin. "Hello there!"
Dr. de Lezo:  ( He snaps
back to a front facing position and he flashes Artemis a grin rivaling his own.
)
Hola! Need a doctor in the house?
Decipherer:  Artemis
leans into the door frame and stops to consider the question, eventually
pushing the door wider to allow entry with a loud laugh. "I think they
could always use more doctors!"
Dr. de Lezo:  ( He picks
up his bags and waltzes through the doorway. ) That's what he said!
Decipherer:  Artemis
follows after excitedly, his dark eyes alight with curiosity, "Who?"
Dr. de Lezo:  Henny!
Decipherer:  He tilts
his head questioningly. "Henny?"
Dr. de Lezo:  Ah! Does
the rascal go by Jekyll now? I hear there's two of them. Must be so confusing
around here!
Decipherer:  He blinks.
"Um -- must be a doctor I haven't met yet! That's fine!"
Dr. de Lezo:  Awwwww you
should! You'd really like him! It's a good thing you don't know him SUPER well
because it would mean taking a pretty big beating to get there, but still...
You're missing out!
Decipherer:  he nods
eagerly. "Will do!"
Dr. de Lezo:  He's a
pretty social guy though. I'm sure you'll see him around!
Decipherer:  Artemis
chuckles. "Hopefully."
Dr. de Lezo:  Well I
tell you what, I'll introduce you to him when I find him, hm?
Decipherer:  He gasps
softly. "Would you? I'd love to meet him, mister...?"
Dr. de Lezo:  ( He
chuckles. ) I'm Dr. Alano Diego de Lezo, but there's no need for formalities.
You can call me Alano!
Decipherer:  "Alrightey,
Alano!" He laughs, fixing some stray curls on his face. "Artemis
Geovanni, but most people call me Arty. 's a pleasure!"
Dr. de Lezo:  Mine as
well!
Decipherer:  He
giggles. "Alright, d'you know where you're going?"
Dr. de Lezo:  No clue!
Decipherer:  Artemis'
laughter falls short, but his smile remains. "Oh, alright! Shall we, erm,
poke around, then?"
Dr. de Lezo:  That's a
smart choice. ( He eyes the huge labyrinth-like layout and chuckles. ) If I
have to get lost, we might as well get it done and over with!
Decipherer:  He snorts
at the thought. "I could use the practice, haha!"
Dr. de Lezo:  This place
is certainly big enough!
Decipherer:  "Alright,
let's be off, then!"
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  ( When
they reach the door at last, it swings open to reveal a tall man leaning against
the wall. ) Took you long enough. ( His tone is playful and cocky, but he takes
Alano's luggage and carries it inside, betraying his true nature. He
straightens up, noticing the strange face. ) And you must be Artemis! I've
heard so much about you. It seems you've made quite a lovely first impression.
Perhaps my esteemed colleague could learn from your example. ( He winks. )
Decipherer:  Artemis
lets out a childlike giggle, his eyes twinkling in effect of the flattery.
"Have you really, now?" He looks towards Alano and tilts his head,
flashing a warm smile. "And aw, you're not giving him enough credit! You
-- both of you, really, ya seem real nice!"
His attention returns to Hen, and he adds after a small pause with playfulness
in his voice, "Y'know, y'dun' look like a hen."
Dr.
Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  ( He raises his arms and looks up at Artemis solemnly. )
I know, I must have left my feathers at home.
Decipherer:  Artemis
tips his head back with a boisterous laugh. "Goodness, is everyone here so
fantastic?"
== Obtained From ==
The Man with a Guitar on his Back
Category:Side Story
Category:Introduction Stories
Category:Tales from the ER