013 [Voice/Action] Forward dated to the 19/20th

[deathsdoctor]

[So on the evening of the nineteenth, a message appears in Law’s journal. He takes one moment and groans. Now? Apparently the Malnosso were feeling generous. For a roughly month’s worth of missions, one right after the other, they in their infinite wisdom decided to give him more than a day’s notice to get his affairs in order.

They gave him a day – and looking at the clock – and seven hours notice. Be in the tunnels and transport at four am sharp on the 21st.

Generous.

So, that night, two filtered messages go out:]

[Filtered TO all medical staff (including Raine Sage, Mia, and Litchi Faye Ling)]

I’ve just received two back to back missions from the Malnosso. I’m leaving early on the twenty first. Unfortunately, they want me for a month, roughly. So I need classes covered and someone to keep on top of everything going on at the clinic until I get back.

[Filtered AWAY from Blackbeard 100%]

Oi, guys. I’ve got a couple missions, and I’m going to be gone away for a while. I need someone to keep an eye on my boat. [Oh, he knows that some people might be opportunistic bastards. We shall be READY for that.] And, I need someone to take care of Sumire for me.

[The next day, aside from being all around the village and at home to prepare for this mission before he leaves to teach class at three sharp, he’s going to be visiting the FMA house, aka House 23 with a small request. HOPEFULLY he’ll get Gracia, but who knows… it might be –ohgodno- Maes.

But the request is simple.

Watch his house while he’s gone, guys.]

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[mikangirl.livejournal.com]

[...]

I can look after your boat.

[Do you trust her, Law? She owes you. She knows it.]

[deathsdoctor]

[Trust might be too strong a word. We're pirates.]

I'd appreciate that, Miss Nami.

[Here's the logical breakdown: He can't hide the fact he'll be gone for a month. He can't hide the fact he has a boat. People have lives and can't watch her 24/7.

And if someone really wants to steal her - like you - they will. Booby traps or not.

So better the pirate he knows than the pirate he doesn't. He knows where to start looking if she is missing. He knows you'll take care of her - you did with the Joanna Joyce. And yes, you owe him. But you're a pirate first.

And he's a pirate too. So as long as there is unspoken understanding here... he'll allow it.]

[mikangirl.livejournal.com]

[Whereas amusingly, the only reason Nami is offering is because she owes him. She has no interest in stealing Law's boat-- there's no real reason to in a pocket-sized ocean like Luceti's.

The Joanna Joyce is another matter, though; that has pride involved. But that's another story.]

I'll do what I can barring experiments and events out of my control. Maybe you should tell me what you need, exactly.

[deathsdoctor]

[Yes. That it is. When it comes to a pirate's pride, there have been many feathers ruffled by that man.]

For her to stay out of Blackbeard and Sparrow's hands, mainly. Make sure she doesn't suffer any terrible damage from the elements if possible. [In case there are some nasty storms] Get her ready to face the winter.

You and your crew are welcome to sail her while I'm gone. And welcome to the provisions aboard her. [There's some good sake left.]

[Voice]

[no-use-running.livejournal.com]

This is Doctor Mizuno. I should be able to take on some of your hours at the clinic if we discuss the schedule.

[Voice]

[deathsdoctor]

Certainly. I work Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from five am to three pm in the afternoon. I teach the new combat medicine course in the Battle Dome simulators, Wednesday and Sunday from three pm to nine pm. My co-instructors are Mia, and occasionally Raine Sage and Katara. There's a fully written curriculum for the course in my office if you're interested in helping them out.

[Saturday is his day, plain and simple.]

[Voice]

[no-use-running.livejournal.com]

I'll do as much as I can. I'm acquainted with them, too, so I'll try to support them.

action;

[ex_affability656]

[What's up, doc. Guess who's answering the door? He's gotten used to unfamiliar faces showing up--and a lot of those faces recognizing him--and as much as he feels bad about that, he's still going to open the door with a friendly grin.]

Hey, there. What can I do for you?

action; 1/3

[deathsdoctor]

[Sobbu, NOT Gracia.

And CAUGHT.




wait...

WAIT...]

Re: action;

[deathsdoctor]

[... he doesn't look like he REMEMBERS.

Well.

This is excellent.

And terrible.

And awkward.

All in one go.]

action; Done

[deathsdoctor]

Just a small favor, Maes, please? I need you to watch my house while I'm gone.





[Whoops.

He thought he trained himself out of using your first name.

Mister Hughes, Law. MISTER Hughes.




Goddamn Malnosso.]

action;

[ex_affability656]

[...Huh. Well, he's recognized once again by an unfamiliar face. And he's guessing from the first-name use this is someone who probably knew him pretty well.

...Apologetic smile time!]

Well, sure, I'd be happy to. But first, I should introduce myself. Or, reintroduce myself, as the case may be. [He sticks out his hand.] I'm Maes Hughes. As you...already know, obviously.

[filtered]

[frost_jewel]

Of course. Be safe.

[filtered]

[deathsdoctor]

Thank you, Miss Mia. I'll keep myself out of harm's way.

[Well as much as he can manage. First on the docket? Guerrilla warfare.]

[filtered]

[frost_jewel]

Please do. I would hate to have to test the progress of the class with you as their patient.

[A smile! She's sort of teasing.]

[Filtered]

[wise_maiden]

This is unfortunate timing, but it's understood. We'll take care of the details.

[Filtered]

[deathsdoctor]

[The timing is horrific. And the length of time? Cringe worthy. A lot can happen in a month.

He has to wonder why he was so popular to merit two missions in a row.]

Thank you very much, Miss Raine. It is greatly appreciated.

[Filtered]

[wise_maiden]

You're welcome; it's not any trouble. [If anything it gives her more reason to keep busy.] Good luck, out there.

[broji]

A boat?

[deathsdoctor]

Yes. A boat.

[Blinking slightly. Hark, do we have a New Feather?]

[Video] Oops. What are tags. Sorry! OTL

[broji]

Well if you're still in need of someone to look after it - or to make repairs - I might be able to help.

[Actually you do!]

[markofthebrave]

You're leaving tomorrow, then?

[deathsdoctor]

Four am on the twenty-first. They decided to be generous, I guess, and gave me a few more hours to prepare. Get my affairs in order. [As he got the message at nine at night.

Sighing.]

I'll be gone for a month, roughly. [Looking to the side.] It's a long time.

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[markofthebrave]

[...yes, yes it is. People 'go home' in a month's time. This could be the last chance she'll have to talk with him like this.]

[markofthebrave]

We'll take care of Sumire for you if you think he'll be able to get along with Momo and Hawky.

[And there she goes, volunteering her house for things again without consulting them. Will this aspect ever change? Possibly not.]