A Waste of Gunpowder (Hen Meets Nex)

This is a bit of a holiday starter to go along with the other introductions that are being made, so feel free to enjoy the inaugural celebration of the new archbishop! (Note: This was the 4th of July special.) 
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):( The gentle doctor smiles daintily upon his colleagues,
returning witty quip with witty quip. The Archbishop Augustus has a beautiful
gleaming palace, shimmering with reverence. The faces of the upper class are
well lit- with modest piety, of course, but still there remains a gaudy air to
it. Like Christmas. Sterile. Sharp. Bitter.
Superficial.
The tall man weaves his way through the crowd, delicately but with urgency. He
finds his way onto the balcony and leans gently on it with a wistful sigh,
tired brown eyes following the trail of decorative explosions but only half
paying attention to the display. The fireworks are beautiful, but why? What is
there to celebrate? Augustus has been no different than any other archbishop
thus far. The Bible condemns the different, as they all are quick to point out,
but something doesn't feel right about it. Is it really a blessing to torture
human beings for loving differently? is it really their loyal duty to demean
science? to prevent people from learning? from being healthy? Is it really
tasteful and proper to crush women completely for the purpose of continuing the
same old powerful houses, even at the risk of their sanity?
was America right? )
Miss Jekyll and Miss Hyde:  "What
a lovely night" Nex Hyde said sitting on the roof above him. "Kind of
ruined by the fireworks though." She said looking down. "Oh! I
remember you. And he thought i would not have any copies of her memories proved
him wrong" She said shaking her head chuckling as if what she said was an
inside joke. She jumped down landing perfectly and walked up beside him.
"I don't get it. The point to Fireworks. A waste of gunpowder. Why do they
shoot off those explosives and yet cheer as if they're the most important
thing. When they are just boring and Generic"
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  Some
displays are a bit more interesting. If you ever feel the need to travel, I
recommend Australia. Their excellence is unparalleled. ( He turns his upper
body towards towards Nex. ) What I don't get is why they're shooting them off
HERE. You would think that a religious leader would hold firm to the idea of
modesty. Pride is, after all, a great sin.
Miss Jekyll and Miss Hyde:  "yes
but I couldn't care less about others sins." Nex said. "I have my own
to commit and deal with. So why worry about others? And I can't afford a trip
that far?! Are you mad?" Nex said sighing shaking her head sounding
exasperated.
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  Ahhhh but
you see, you just pointed out the very problem with religious leaders! It is
far too easy to cherry pick which commandments to follow!
And it is quite pricey, but their shows would be far more to your liking.
Miss Jekyll and Miss Hyde:  "I
prefer my own shows thank you. But yes that is a problem with leaders care more
about appearance. That's why the people of the underworld exist. To test there
actions" Nex said looking at him smiling.
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  ( Hen
raises an eyebrow. ) Oh really? That's rather fascinating
Miss Jekyll and Miss Hyde:  "yes"
Nex said shrugging. "so what's your name?"
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  ( A small
smile spreads upon his lips) but of course, I'm Henry. May I ask of yours?
Miss Jekyll and Miss Hyde:  "Nex."
She said turning toward him a grin on her face.
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  What an
interesting name! Would it happen to be Latin?
Miss Jekyll and Miss Hyde:  "Indeed.
It means nightmare" Nex said sounding proud of her name.
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  Other
translations also read "violent" or "death"
Miss Jekyll and Miss Hyde:  "that's
me in a nut shell" Nex said chuckling."Are you Jekyll though? You
look like one. Have that same mask that all Jekyll's have"
Dr. Jekyll II ( Mother Hen ):  Erm...
Thanks.
( He looks out onto the water. ) But to answer your question, I am indeed a
Jekyll
Miss Jekyll and Miss Hyde:  "knew
it" nex said looking at the water.
== Obtained From ==
Fireworks
Category:Introduction Stories
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