Room 406, early evening

[izzyalienqueen]

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Call the newly returned Best. Roomie. Ever.
Interrogate friend about whether or not he's screwing around on his girlfriend
Discuss the benefits of a tactical retreat aka running away
Attend the StuCo Meeting
Make a short trip to Special Collections


Isabel sprawled on her bed, with Annie curled up against her, trying to work up the energy to get into her PJ's.

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[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

Jack found himself on the fourth floor - he'd heard rumours of an orgy on the fifth and was on his way to check it out - when he got sidetracked by a certain door.

He spied Izzy through the barely open door and knocked softly.

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Isabel yawned and pushed the hair off her face as she sat up

"It's open."

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

He slipped inside and smiled at her. "You look tired, Izzy. You should go to bed."

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"I will," she nodded. "I'm just trying to work up the energy to get changed. How are you?"

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

"Not about to offer to help you get changed," he laughed. "Not unless you ask really nicely. But I'm mostly good. You?"

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Isabel laughed because that answer was so Jack. "No, I think I can manage. Eventually. I'm kind of a weird mix between utter squee and worry."

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"Xander?" he asked, moving to sit next to her on the bed. "Parker said he was back."

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"Xander," she said, smiling brightly. "I haven't seen him yet but I talked to him this morning. It's so weird. It's been only a few months for us, but so long for him."

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"One of the drawbacks of time travel, no matter how it happens. Parker said he's about 27 now, and minus an eye." Jack rested a hand on her shoulder. "But at least he's back."

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Isabel went still. "Missing an eye?"

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

Damn. "That's what Parker said. I guess you didn't know," he said, rubbing her back. "Sorry, Izzy."

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"Like I said, I haven't seen him yet." She leaned into him, "It's probably for the best. I'm sure he's going to have enough people boggling at him. This way I won't be surprised."

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

"Tell him he's dashing and handsome, and then just move on. He'll probably appreciate it." Jack grinned at her. "So is Xander the squee and the worry, or does he just fall into the squee category?"

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"He's always been handsome. But I get what you're saying. And I won't make any pirate jokes." Isabel shook her head against his shoulder, "No, there' worrisome stuff going on. Angela got kidnapped by some demon. Plus it attacked Cally and apparently some other people. So be careful when you're out and about okay?"

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"I knew about Cally and Angela, but not about anyone else." He frowned at her, and said sternly, "Never mind me, you don't go anywhere on your own."

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"Yes dad," she sighed.

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

He snickered, caught it, and lost it again. Laughing, he pulled her closer, into a tight hug, and kissed her cheek. "Oh, I so don't think so, Isabel. I'm many, many things to you, but I am not your dad."

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"No, I think I have to agree with that." Isabel hugged him back, glad that things were back to normal. "So any exciting weekend plans?"

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"Shedding a lot Nope, not yet. I think I'm just going to play it by ear, see what entertainment unfolds. Parker said she'd help raise bail," he replied innocently. "What about you?"

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"Hooking up a lot I think you're looking at it. Being lazy sounds appealing," she said. "If you want to stop by and watch a movie at some point you'd be welcome."

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"Inflicting myself on you sounds like a plan, maybe Sunday night. But for now," he pulled away and wrapped a lock of hair around his finger, tugging gently, "you go to bed. I'll even tuck you in if you want."

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"And read me a bedtime story?" Isabel laughed as she got to her feet and went to her dresser, pulling out a bundle of flannel. "I'll be right out." She disappeared into the bathroom, coming out a few minutes later in her penguin pjs.

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

While she was gone, Jack had turned down her bed and was currently playing with a sleepy Annie.

"You have very cute pyjamas, and yes, I'll read you a bedtime story." He smirked. "It'll have to be one of yours, none of mine are appropriate."

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She poked at Jack as she climbed under the covers. "I'm sure they're highly entertaining though. Let's see, I still remember Goodnight Moon beieve it or not. In the great green room..." Yawning, Isabel closed her eyes. "There was a telephone..."

[anextimeagent.livejournal.com]

"I'm sure there was," he said quietly as she fell asleep. Shaking his head, Jack made sure she was tucked in, and deposited Annie against her side. "Night, Izzy." He flipped the light off - and double checked that the door was locked - before pulling it shut behind him and heading back to his own room.