Splash! [Arma]

[Johnny Vicious]

Johnny's day had started off terrible. His alarm clock had gone off at five in the morning (which for a school day was barely enough time to get his butt out of bed and to the academy), he found that he had left the milk out all night and it smelled of mold, and the dryer hadn't completely dried out his clothes even though he had put them through three dry cycles. When he finally managed to get them dry, he put them on, brushed his teeth, and grabbed his knife before running a hand through his hair to make it the way he wanted it to.

As he walked outside, his expression changed. He knew that today would be a good day. He was meeting Arma at the town square for lunch and he didn't want to be late. He doubled his pace after noting that he would be at least two minutes late at his current pace and tried to make up for that time. He moved swiftly through Death City, having a few close calls with oncoming bikers and skateboarders that flew down the streets and sidewalks.

He made it to the street thirty seconds before he was supposed to meet her and saw her standing there at the fountain, looking for him. Johnny was about to wave when he saw a man moving swiftly in her direction, his hand clutching something all to familiar. A knife. And he was heading straight for Arma. Johnny's instincts kicked in and he sprinted directly for the man. It was close, but Johnny managed to get to the man right before he could reach out and touch Arma, tackling him into the fountain.

SPLASH!!

Johnny emerged first and, having an upper hand in the situation, hit the man over the head with the blunt handle of his own knife, knocking the man unconscious. He pulled the man out and walked over to Arma. "Guess I should have just let my clothes stay a bit wet if I knew that I would have to do something like that today..."

[Arma La Rosa]

Today was going perfect for Arma, she got up on time, did her daily walk, got showered and ready for school. Things where relatively normal for the young woman as she headed out for the day and went off to the academy, with small spring in her step she had a feeling today was going to be a very good day.As she went to school and had seen her scores on a recent exam to be near perfect Arma continued to hold her head high as the confidence flowed through her. Even though it was a weekend, she loved to study more and do some research in the library to prepare herself for any mid-term exams coming up. So once she was done she was practically skipping her way out of the door of the academy she had made her way down toward town square, seeing the usual people she waved and smiled often whispering some hellos as she glided her way through the hustle and bustle of Death City, unaware that a man had followed her since she had woken up this morning...in fact had been following her throughout the week.

Constantly lingering in the shadows waiting for the perfect moment to strike, but did she notice? No. The young weapon had always had a bad habit of not looking at her surroundings, always book smart and never street smart she had made it to the fountain and waited for her partner to show. Today her and Johnny had a planned lunch date today, though she wouldn't call it a date...well at least not yet. She knew that Johnny was protective over her but she didn't know if his feelings was there, so as she thought of this she leaned against he fountain square waiting or him to arrive. Checking her pocket watch it was already noon and though she was always five minutes early johnny was always on time or at least a few minutes late.

As she waited she did not sense the man that approached her from behind, as she glanced up she saw Johnny down the street. about to say hello when he began to sprint toward her, his face panicked as he leaped behind her and took down the unknowing assailant right into the fountain. Water splashed around and had caught some on her shoes and skirt, she had let out a small gasp as bystanders noticed what was going on and looked over.Johnny then amerged from the water, drenched and dragging out a man that flimsy grasped a knife hat had fallen on the ground, Arma's eyes widen in alarm as she shivered realized that she could've been harmed or possibly killed. As her mesiter came out of the fountain pool he tried to make a small funny joke to calm her but her eyes still held panic as she walked over to him, he had saved her yet again.

" I'm sorry." Her voice was soft and a bit shaky. " I didn't notice...I could'nt have...of course..I would'nt have even if I tried..."She glanced up at his wet appearance and frowned, but managed to make a weak smile." Thank you Johnny..." Her bottom lip quiver and pouted a bit, the sudden doubt had began to kick in as she glanced down at her stalker who had suddenly became conscience. " Who are you? Why are you following me?" She asked in a assertive demanding tone.

[Johnny Vicious]

Johnny walked over to her as she tried to ask the man who he was and what he was doing. He put a hand on her shoulder and squeezed it. "I knocked him out Arma...he's not going to say anything. It's best not to worry about it now." He took his hand off of her shoulder and moved next to her, bringing his hand to her opposite shoulder and turning them both. He hadn't expected the day to be this...eventful. He was just happy that she was alright for the time being. With her still visibly shook up and him still visibly soaking wet, he guided them to a small fast-food type restaurant that she liked. Deathburger.

He had tasted it before and the meals as well as the prices there reminded him of a fast food joint that he had eaten at while on a trip to California. The place he had eaten at was called In-n-Out and he hadn't ever tasted a burger with as much quality for as low of a price until he had come to Death City. Even the fries tasted similar.

He ordered his meal of a double-death burger with cheese, a side of fries, and a regular soft drink. He went to get his drink before finding them a seat and waving to Arma as she finished her order, showing her where he would be. He thought about his emotions towards her. Yeah they were friends...but he felt something...more. Something powerful. He had another question on his mind that would be easier to ask and he waited for her to come over and sit down before he would ask if she wanted to rent an apartment with him.

((OOC: yes...I like in-n-out of all the burgers i have tried.))

[Arma La Rosa]

Arma chuckled nervously as Johnny let the guy go and grasped her shoulder to lead her away from the scene that had onlookers gawking and glancing over. Feeling his powerful hands over her shoulder caused a slight blush on her high cheek bones as he lead them over to one of her favorite small burger joint, Deathburger. Her mood began to lighten as her mouth watered and stomach growled, since this morning she only had a cup of coffee and had been waiting for this lunch. I guess after having a near death experience you tend to get hungry, so as Johnny ordered his food and found a table she went up and ordered her regular a double death Burger reaper style with cheese a side of fries and a strawberry shake.

As she paid and waited for her food Arma's mind began to wonder about the man that tried to attack her, self blame began to creep back into her intelligent mind pondering the many scenarios that possibly cause this man to want to harm her. Had she been mean or possibly rude to him? Had she been wearing clothing that was to revealing? As the doubt and possible answers to her own questions her food was ready. With a smile she picked up her tray and headed over to the table where Johnny was, she sat down and glided into the booth. Sitting across from him and taking a sip of her strawberry shake she looked up at his soaken wet clothing and said.

" Hopefully you don't catch a cold...and thank you for saving me...I guess I need to start paying attention to my surroundings." Her voice held that same matter-of-fact tone but it was still down as her brows forward in a worried expression. She was never good at hiding her feelings ,often it was her voice that gave it away but even with that smile her eyes still showed concern.

[Johnny Vicious]

Johnny watched as she got her food from the counter. He checked around the area before he began to eat his burger along with his fries. He chewed on his third bite as she got over there, still having two bites in his mouth. Suffice to say...he was nervous as hell. He gulped down the three bites and gasped for air. He hadn't taken any kind of food in one full gulp without chewing for long.

He glanced up at her and smiled as she took a drink, just looking incredibly...cute. Johnny shook his head to bring himself back to earth. No way in hell that would happen. She just...she was way out of his league. But if this one question was answered with a yes, then he would probably have more courage to ask her about maybe being in a relationship more than weapon and meister.

" Hopefully you don't catch a cold...and thank you for saving me...I guess I need to start paying attention to my surroundings." He sighed and smiled. "You're welcome. I asked you to lunch because I had a question that I wanted to ask you..." He paused, his mind in lock. He just couldn't formulate the question fast enough. There was so much going through his head. And all he wanted to ask was if she wanted to split the rent of maybe a small apartment or house with him. With this break though...it might be thought of as something more.

[Arma La Rosa]

As she sat down she began to eat some of her food, her stomach agreed to this as it demanded more food. Taking a sip of her thick shake she occasionally glanced over at her Meister that ended up doing the same, though at some point she observed he seemed to be having trouble eating and breathing. Arma took it into consideration that perhaps that he was cold from the fountain water. Arma sighed softly wishing she had brought her bag with her that she had arranged for such things. From a first aid to an extra sweater she was always prepared for any type of situation, but it was just lunch so she did not feel the need to bring it.

As she continued to eat nipping lightly at her fries Johnny had returned her thank you with a welcome and then stated he had brought her to lunch to ask her a question. This instantly intrigued her but also frightened her a bit, as a child Arma's father had at times took her to dinner or bought her something to soften the blow of any bad news he had to say to her. As Johnny paused Arma's thoughts began to race.

Why did he pause? What can he be thinking? What type of question could it be? Was this a date? Oh God a date?! Wait...wait calm down and think rationally, if he was gonna ask THAT question you'd think he would've choosen a more romantic setting and if so where is the ring? Or maybe he's asking to be his girlfriend? Oh no! What if my actions early caused him to rethink my position as his weapon?! If so then who is he replacing me with? Hopefully it is not that attractive perfect ten blonde in Weapons Class...no no no I must not think that way! Johnny would never
replace me...especially not someone so...bimboish?
Ugh of all times I am so panicked I don't even know a
proper word to describe my classmate! Ugh.. I think I
should've ordered a water instead of a shake because
now I feel like a just ate a ton of butterflies...

As the inner monologue raged on the inside was torturing her brain with a cluster of questions her demeanor outside was calm and neutral, a smile
formed as she asked softly. "What did you want to ask
me Johnny?" As she waited for the answer she took a
huge bite of the Burger and waited while the inside of
her felt like a atomic bomb was dropped. The suspense was killing her.

[Johnny Vicious]

Johnny knew he had worried her now, but what was he to do? The girl he had feelings for was sitting right in front of him and he couldn't formulate the words. She would hate him now. That's what would happen. She would hate him for being so indecisive. She would hate him because he couldn't even as something as simple as wondering if she wanted to share the rent of a small house or apartment with him.

He stopped. That was it. That was what he was going to ask. "What did you want to ask me Johnny?" He turned to her, gulped and then shoved some fries in his mouth before swallowing them and clearing his throat. "Ummm...I was wondering if...uh...you wanted to share the rent of an apartment or small house? I mean...as weapon and meister...wouldn't it be better if we came to understand each other by living under the same roof?"

He stopped and sighed. He had really wanted to live under the same roof to get to know her better and get their bond closer...but he had made it sound as if that was all he cared about. He hadn't shown his true colors at all. He wanted to say he really liked her, but now was not the time nor the place to say things like that. All he had to do now was wait and see.

[Arma La Rosa]

As the scenarios still played out in her head he had stuffed mouth with fires ate a few and then asked something she didn't see coming "Ummm...I was wondering if...uh...you wanted to share the rent of an apartment or small house? I mean...as weapon and meister...wouldn't it be better if we came to understand each other by living under the same roof?"Arma blinked but then became a bit disheartened, she had built herself up for a question she knew was never going to be asked. Though disappointed she did find reasoning in his logic.

"Well it would make sense after all we are partners and you are my Meister, for us to be closer to one another would in fact improve our strength out put if we are to study and train harder to meet our goals and for me to eventually become a death weapon. With no souls collected thus far I can see that your thinking ahead and focusing on what needs to be accomplished and what needs to be taken care of and living across town from eachother does add to the problem." So that is how she thought about it, as an equation. His reasons for living together are solid and she could tell he was starting to take charge in this partnership.

She was his weapon and he was her holder, she trusted him and put her faith into this boy that had grown up with her since they had met in second grade. Arma formed a small smile trying to remember what exactly he had told her to make her want to hide from the other students, the thought eluded her as she cleared her throat and added giving her answer. "Yes Johnny I would like for us to get a place together it's a wonderful idea." She smiled and then continued to eat her meal taking a bite of her Burger.

[Johnny Vicious]

When he told her what he wanted to do, he saw her eyes change ever so slightly to disappointment. She had been waiting for him to ask something else? What could it be? Even though he knew the answer, he could never admit it. "Well it would make sense after all we are partners and you are my Meister, for us to be closer to one another would in fact improve our strength out put if we are to study and train harder to meet our goals and for me to eventually become a death weapon. With no souls collected thus far I can see that your thinking ahead and focusing on what needs to be accomplished and what needs to be taken care of and living across town from each other does add to the problem."

He smiled at her. It was so like her to take a simple question, analzye it, and spit out an equation of how things would work. She was so book smart that everything ended up being in some sort of set equation. "Yes Johnny I would like for us to get a place together it's a wonderful idea." Johnny beamed and just felt so happy at the time. He pulled out a few flyers that he had gotten and put them out.

"I'm happy that you decided to say yes. Now...rent is going to be only temporary until we can raise the right funds for a permanent home. These are the places where we can rent. There are two different apartments, and two different single story houses. Each has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The differences are size of living area and kitchen space. Take a look." He slid them over to her and then finished off his fries and burger while she looked the brocures over.

[Arma La Rosa]

Arma could see the stress and tension leave his face as he smiled with happiness as he handed her the flyers and said."I 'm happy that you decided to say yes. Now...rent is going to be only temporary until we can raise the right funds for a permanent home. These are the places where we can rent. There are two different apartments, and two different single story houses. Each has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The differences are size of living area and kitchen space. Take a look."

He slid them over to her and continued to eat she looked them over and most of them seemed very promising she found a few that she liked and pointed them out as she took a few bites of her fries. As she continued to look them she replied. "These do look reasonable for the price, the square footage is perfect for both of us.. along with rent we also have to think about money for food and furnishings but that can be easily provided by my father who-"

Arma paused then glanced up and realized something. "Haha I guess I am gonna have to ask my father...I almost forgot about that." Arma laughed nervously considering her father was very overly protective, if not more than Johnny. Her face a questionable look but she shrugged and added. "No he'll probably be fine with it...so tell me did you have a certain apartment that you liked? I personally like the two bedroom because its very spacious but it only has one bathroom, would you mind sharing if it came to that?"

[Johnny Vicious]

He smiled as he watched her look over the apartments and homes. She seemed really excited. When she began to talk, he knew that she had gone into that mode of preparation. And then she mentioned something that he hadn't thought of before. One little scratch in his plan that could make the entire thing go haywire. The one thing that annoyed him. Her father.

Her father was a dirtbag. He had slept with many women and had children with all of them. None of them looked the same. He sighed and nodded. "Yeah...I forgot about him." Johnny looked over at the brochures. "No he'll probably be fine with it...so tell me did you have a certain apartment that you liked? I personally like the two bedroom because its very spacious but it only has one bathroom, would you mind sharing if it came to that?"

He looked at that one and smiled. It did have a really nice layout. He would have to remember not to go into the bathroom when she was in there. He nodded. "I actually do like that. It is really nice. Spacious and comfy. Even for a good price. The only problem I would have would be the neighboring apartments. But this is only temporary. I did find a single story home that looks like it is actually going to sell for as much as that is. Now I am kinda undecided. Should we buy or rent?"

He was thinking way too much now. With the house, they could have friends over however long they wanted. With the apartment, they might have to set limits on how long it would last.

[Arma La Rosa]

Arma smiled seeing everything starting to fall into place, she began to see the endless possibilities between them. The intelligent young woman began to run different scenarios and also lists of preparation for their move, other than the financial savings she also began to see what type of possibilities they can do to decor their apartment. Her continuous thoughts were interrupted as he replied to her question." Yeah I forgot about him." She could tell he became rather irritable when mentioning her father and she didn't really blame him.

Though her father had done nothing but to be the best father he could be to her but...well for the lack of a better word a man-whore. He was just to passionate and loved and worshipped women. Which of course got him into multiple situations which ended up giving him multiple children all from her now different step mothers, though the situation was odd she was never put into any harm. Her father loved her deeply and cared for her and provided everything she needed so even though he was a rolling-stone she still loved him and respected him.

" Yea you know how he is but he really shouldn't have an issue considering you are my Meister...I means its not like your asking me to stay in the same bed with you." Though she laughed a clear blush formed on her cheeks, raising her hand while she continued to giggle a bit and then added. " I mean its not like I am moving in with a complete stranger I've known you since the age of eight and its not like we are a couple." Though she did regret her words a bit she knew it was the truth he did want to become stronger that was their whole goal. So to quickly change the subject she answered his other question which was.

"I actually do like that. It is really nice. Spacious and comfy. Even for a good price. The only problem I would have would be the neighboring apartments. But this is only temporary. I did find a single story home that looks like it is actually going to sell for as much as that is. Now I am kinda undecided. Should we buy or rent?"
Arma thought this over and before even thinking it over blurted out ." Sure we should buy." She then quickly added. " Sure I mean...the risk is higher of us possibly not getting along under the same roof but if we are to become stronger , well essentially need to take the chance." She had yet again made everything into an equation but it who she was.

[Johnny Vicious]

Johnny calmed himself down. He needed to be cool and collected. He couldn't just let his emotions wash over him now. All they were doing was buying a home as a weapon and meister. It had nothing to do with how he was feel...

" Yea you know how he is but he really shouldn't have an issue considering you are my Meister...I means its not like your asking me to stay in the same bed with you. I mean its not like I am moving in with a complete stranger I've known you since the age of eight and its not like we are a couple."

Johnny felt his heart stop for a second. Then it felt like it was getting ripped directly out of his chest. Not a couple. The way she said it cut him to the core. He kinda sagged in his seat before sitting up straight again. No...now isn't the time. I can do that later. He nodded and listened to what she had to say about buying.

" Sure I mean...the risk is higher of us possibly not getting along under the same roof but if we are to become stronger , well essentially need to take the chance."

He chuckled and looked at her. "And since when did we never get along Arma? I mean...seriously. My parents even told me that from the day I met you we were joined at the hip...or something like that. Something weird like keyhole and key was said as well...but I didn't really listen to that one as much." Truth was, he had listened to all of them, but he had come to his own decision that he loved her. He would never abandon her especially to this world.

[Arma La Rosa]

Arma could instantly tell something she had said had made his mood change but typically she did that constantly, she had always held that 'matter-of-fact' tone. Sure it had often came out as being snooty but it was just the way she was.Constantly burying herself in the books at the library wanting to learn more about the history of meisters and their weapons, she knew that many meisters had the constant goal of becoming extremely stronger often pushed to their limits. But she knew Johnny wasn't like that, infact the first time they ever practice together he seemed a bit timid to grasp her in his hand, her weapon transformation was of a triple barreled gun that was not only sleek in design but very heavy and powerful.

So he was nervous but with proper encouragement was able to fire and use her well and man did he use her well, often times making her pant and sweat heavily after training. So it was nothing out of the ordinary of how he handled her but infact it was her father that had warned her that many meisters would try to use her because of her powerful weapon form so she often stayed clear of many mesiters and just stayed with Johnny. As her thoughts began to run away with her he replied. "And since when did we never get along Arma? I mean...seriously. My parents even told me that from the day I met you we were joined at the hip...or something like that. Something weird like keyhole and key was said as well...but I didn't really listen to that one as much." Arm chuckled softly and nodded agreeing with him.

" I wouldn't doubt, since the second grade we were inseparable, often time I would remember student's teasing us constantly, calling us boyfriend and girlfriend...every party my father held you and your family were always invited, we had always constantly caused mischief and many times where scolded...I don't think we've ever missed a single birthday or holiday when we weren't together..."

Arma then finished her burger and began to work on her fries as she leaned her elbows on the table and pressed her hands under her chin and couldn't to think a solemn look on her face. " I remember...when I was bullied often...because of my nose buried into my books...these guys tore my books to shreds...and you..saving me. It was the first time I had seen you mad and the first of when you hugged me or kissed my cheek, I am not sure, but I do remember you gave me an apple to try an cheer me up...hahaha."

A warm smile spread across her face and of course she remembered that he had kissed her cheek as tears continued to flow, he hated to see her sad and she hated to see him angry. She had developed feelings for him since she had told her father about him...but Arma could only wonder if he felt the same or even had any feelings toward her in such a way...well only time could tell.

[Johnny Vicious]

" I wouldn't doubt, since the second grade we were inseparable, often time I would remember student's teasing us constantly, calling us boyfriend and girlfriend...every party my father held you and your family were always invited, we had always constantly caused mischief and many times where scolded...I don't think we've ever missed a single birthday or holiday when we weren't together..."

He nodded and remembered the times they had in the past. He fondly remembered a time when her books were getting ripped up and...and she was telling him about it. " I remember...when I was bullied often...because of my nose buried into my books...these guys tore my books to shreds...and you..saving me. It was the first time I had seen you mad and the first of when you hugged me or kissed my cheek, I am not sure, but I do remember you gave me an apple to try an cheer me up...hahaha."

He laughed with her and took a drink of his soda before another memory came to him and he laughed, shooting soda up his nose. "AH! CRAP! It burns!" He yelled out as he tried to snort the soda out of his nose. HE cleared his nose and then took a deep breath before continuing on. "You didn't see this one, but one of the guys came up to me and told me that you were a slut...basically...and I should just dump you and go with him. I sat there and he laughed at me and began to walk away. One of his buddies had a videocamera.

I got up and followed him and he stopped and turned around, getting in a mock fighting stance. Oh god when the heel of my shoe connected with the side of his face...it felt like victory. He never insulted you or me again after getting knocked on his ass like that."

He had always been there and would always be there for her. That was just the way he was.