The 4th Storm [4th Wall Four; Video/Action for Olivine Pokemon Center]

[soggypastry]

[Normally there would be some kind of comment from Lightning about this, being that she currently has her memories of this being the fourth time things have gone to chaos in a handbasket, but instead of that, her gear feed is focused on something else in the Center room she still occupies; something that Sen is pawing at in curiosity. It appears to be a regular old Clefairy doll, but the moment that Sen gets close enough to sniff it, it giggles and transforms into something else entirely. Something that sends Sen skittering back in surprise and has Lightning blinking.

Not that she has time do much of anything about it, though; the creature is already forming pink bubbles and launching them everywhere, bouncing on one and sending the rest bouncing across the room, walls and ceiling included. Sen immediatly starts yipping in amusement, chasing and popping bubbles, while the Skitty that had been on Lightning's lap does the same. The creature continues to giggle and make more bubbles for the two mons to chase, and Lightning? Well. She just smiles and watches for a bit. It could be a lot worse, right?

Definitely could be a lot worse, especially since the creature is floating in front of Lightning's face now, blowing a small bubble that pops right in Lightning's face and makes her jump, soft amusement now replaced by a most definite lineface as the creature nearly falls over itself laughing, Sen and the Skitty doing the same no matter the looks she gives them. Anyone coming in for a visit is likely to get the same treatment, so watch out. At least it's friendly, though! That's good, right? ....Right?]

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[encountersbarriers]

Whoa, whoa! I'm still here, ya know.

[He holds up a single hand, like he's trying to stall the conversation about the comb and brush. He happens to be perfectly fine with his hair, thank you very much! Oh, and well, talking about the sleeping situation like he's not here isn't too cool either.

But the hair!]

Keep me in the loop when you're planning.

[soggypastry]

[To Serah's comment, she shakes her head.] Most of the beds at the house are bunks. He'd hit his head trying to get up, and that's the last thing you want.

[Because Snow's a tall man, that's for sure. But now that he's spoken, Lightning's attention returns to him. There's a quip on the tip of her tongue, one that makes a mention of not noticing he's there for some reason that has to do with him not cleaning up, but she swallows it and shakes her head, settling for a smirk as she looks to him.]

You could always say something, you know. I just thought you'd like to clean up if you're going to be here a few days.

[Which is most definitely her way of saying you need a bath, Snowbro. Preferably with a lot of soap while you've got the chance.]

[chasingstorms]

I'd forgotten about that, but you're right.

[Still it'd be funny to see him trying to fit into one of the bunks, wouldn't it? She's just going to internally giggle at the very idea.]

She's right, it's not like we'd make you, Snow.

[They're just strongly suggesting it, because let's face it. Some soap would be really helpful right about now.]

[encountersbarriers]

[He throws up his hands in defeat; even this hero knows when to call it quits. Two against one! Plus, one of those two is Serah's vote, so that counts for about ten, if not more. Snow sighs in a long-suffering manner before tilting his head back and grinning at his fiance.]

Guess I've been convinced. You're just too persuasive.

[Despite his protests(?) though, the idea of a nice hot shower does sound really nice--not to mention the change of possibly giving his clothes a good wash, too.]

[soggypastry]

[Strongly suggesting it indeed. Lightning hasn't quite come off from the idea, either. Watch yourself, Hero.]

Serah can take you. Just remember to duck on the way in, alright? I doubt you want a concussion at this point.

[tease tease. She may never remember this day, but she intends to make the most of it. Even if that means letting the two of them leave to go and have some time to themselves....and hopefully get Snow a bath. He really does need one.]

[chasingstorms]

[Serah smiles down at Snow, relishing the silly way her heart flutters at his grin. It's been way too long since she'd seen him last.]

Don't worry, I'll remind him. [She giggles.] Wouldn't want him to damage the building, would we?

[Let's face it, Snow has a hard head. Odds of him doing damage to the building is higher than the building doing damage to him.]

[She turns her torso then, reaching out to set her hand lightly on top of her older sister's for a brief moment in a quiet show of thanks. Big sis might be stubborn and a pain sometimes, but Light's still the best after Snow.]

[encountersbarriers]

[He waves a hand at them in defeat and nods his head. It feels... strangely nice to be teased like this again, after spending so much time alone with only his thoughts for company. And yeah, okay, they're probably right to worry about the state of their door frames, walls, and ceilings, but he'll be careful. Promise!]

So do you want me to shower now? [The tone of his voice clearly asks what he doesn't say here: Do I smell that bad? He grins sheepishly and rubs a hand through his hair.] Might not be a bad thing...

[Though, uh, what's he going to do about his clothes?]

[soggypastry]

[Lightning just smiles softly at Serah, turning her hand to give her sister's fingers a squeeze as she gestures to the door with her head. Get going, sis. She'll be here for you two to come back too. Promise.

A moment afterwards, however, she turns back to Snow and nods. You really could do with a shower, bro. Seriously. Hot water would do you good.]

While you have a chance, yeah. You never know with this place. [She's not saying you smell bad, Snow. None of them smelled like roses during that trek across Pulse, after all. She's used to it. Mostly.] You can buy something else to wear on the way, too. There's clothing stores in town. [A pause, and the smirk returns. Still teasing!]

Though, if you're not careful, you might end up in pink swim trunks instead of something you can actually wear.

[chasingstorms]

[Serah squeezes back, smiling at her sister as she slides off the bed.]

You heard her, come on. [She reaches out for his hand, tugging on it twice playfully. As if she could get him to budge on her own, yeah right.]

What's wrong with pink swim trunks?

[She taps her chin thoughtfully with her free hand.]

I think he could wear them just fine.

[They'd probably match her bathing suit too, bonus points!]

But it'd probably be better to find something he'd like better. I'm sure that shouldn't be too hard.

[encountersbarriers]

If I'm not careful?

[He gives Lightning an odd look as he hauls himself to his feet, careful not to pull too hard on Serah's proffered hand. How's he going to accidentally end up in a pair of pink swim trunks? Not that he can't handle that article of clothing, if that's... what Serah really wants.

The expression he wears is a mildly amused (and maybe just a little worried) one as she apparently decides that he would be perfectly fine wearing that.]

Let's take a look around. Might be something better.

[Hopefully? Now if he knew about the matching her in her bikini bit, this might be an entirely different story...]