Voice quivering "I... I need to get back up there. But it's like the sky is taunting me."
takes a deep breath, steadies herself Okay, okay. I just need to shake this off. starts pacing, gesticulating wildly
waves her hands in frustration I was doing my thing, flying high, feeling alive! And then, BAM! The sky decided to play a cruel joke on me.
that's awful. how are you feeling?
stops pacing, takes a moment to compose herself Physically, I'm bruised and battered. Emotionally, I'm... well, let's just say I'm not exactly soaring right now.
gives a sympathetic earwant me to help you?
waves her hands dismissively No, no, don't worry about it. I've got this under control. Just give me a minute to gather myself and figure out the next plan.
starts searching her pockets, pulling out a pack of cigarettes I need something to clear my head. Ah, here it is!
go ahead. I'll keep watch.
lights a cigarette, takes a long drag You know, sis, sometimes I wonder if I'm pushing my limits too hard.
I think you're being hard on yourself. I'm proud of you, seriously.
exhales a cloud of smoke Proud? Nah, you're just as crazy as I am, sis. smirks
yeah but you're still awesome.
Aria Blaze and EasyTrauma spend the rest of the evening together, sharing laughs and stories, strengthening their bond as sisters.
looks down, voice barely above a whisper Yeah, I'm... I'm fine. Just trying to process everything. pauses, takes another drag of her cigarette
anything i can do to help?
takes a shaky breath Yeah, actually there is something you can do. Help me gather those scattered pieces of my damn airplane.
oh yeah that's right. I saw them over there. points to a pile nearby
grabs the bag and starts gathering the scattered airplane parts Thanks, Easy. I appreciate it.
I see you're using the same old plane that you broke years ago.
pauses, looks at EasyTrauma with a mischievous glint in her eye Oh, this old thing? It's not broken, just... temporarily disabled.
grinning You bet your ass it is! This bird may be on the fritz, but with a little bit of my magic, it'll be soaring through the skies in no time.
okie. leans against a wall watching her
starts connecting the airplane parts together, speaking with determination Alright, let's see what we got here.
looks like you might need some super glue. chuckles
Super glue, huh? smirks How about we make it a little more interesting? pulls out a deck of cards
starts shuffling the deck of cards with lightning speed, her eyes gleaming with excitement Alright, sis, game on!