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Steve Rogers (reshielded) wrote in noexits,
@ 2021-08-25 10:49:00

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!log/thread/narrative, ₴ inactive: shuri, ₴ inactive: steve rogers, → week 019 (the monolith)

Steve Rogers & Shuri

Delivery and maybe some exploring.

WHERE: Dorm Building
WHEN: Week 19 (Monolith); Day 5; Morning.
WARNINGS:Low
STATUS: Closed; In Progress

Considering how calm things were compared to the last week, Steve had a chance to finish up the sketches and drawings he started during the quiet and sleepless nights. It gave him a chance to think about the things he spoke about with the people closest to him here, too.

He needed to shift his mindset. If he really was giving up the reigns, he needed to fall in line better. And being less bullheaded in the heat of the moment, no matter if he can handle the situation. He should stop throwing himself in front of danger too, but that bit would never change. At heart, he was a protector and would give himself over his friends any day. He just had to think things through better, even if the insanity at times in Derleth made things difficult.

Steve was planning to take a walk, maybe find a spot to relax outside for a while but figured he would make a stop first. He'd promised sketches to a number of people and his book was filling up. Soon he'd have to find a new one, but not before he handed out the ones he needed to. And Shuri was going to be first. He thought she was one of the people that could benefit from a piece of home. He went up a floor to her dorm and knocked.

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techsavvyshuri
2021-08-25 05:12 pm UTC (link)

Shuri still found sleeping difficult. She could manage an hour or two before she woke, gasping and drenched in sweat. At this rate, she might not ever sleep a full night again. But, she tried to hide it. No need to make Bucky feel worse.

When she heard a knock on the door, she set down the pad of paper where she took notes about experiment ideas.

“Steve!” She greeted her friend with a smile and a ‘come in’ gesture.

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reshielded
2021-08-26 11:09 pm UTC (link)

"How are you doing?" Naturally, Steve was always concerned for everyone and how they were fairing. He knew Shuri had died too. Considering he wasn't doing the greatest, he guessed she might be in the same boat.

"I just wanted to come give you the picture of your brother. I finally finished it." He paused, opening his sketch book and glancing up at her as he added, "And wondering if you wanted to come get some fresh air. It looks nice out...minus the looming monolith."

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techsavvyshuri
2021-08-27 02:44 pm UTC (link)

Since Steve also died, Shuri didn't worry quite as much about holding back how she felt. "Not...I can't really sleep. Nightmares. I keep seeing those things. How are you?"

When he handed her the picture, Shuri almost wept. Looking at T'Challa reminded her how much she missed her brother. "Thank you Steve."

At his question, she nodded gratefully. "Yes, please. I'd love some fresh air."

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reshielded
2021-08-28 01:44 am UTC (link)

He nodded, huffing a breath as he said, "Getting by. Some...pretty troubling nightmares. But I haven't slept well since I got here to begin with. Just trying to utilize the extra time." He wondered about inviting Shuri along when he and Bucky read the Hobbit. He was going to make sure to ask him about that.

"Anytime," he said with a smile. "Getting back into art has been my new nightly activity."

Steve opened the door for her, motioning his hand for her to lead and tucking his sketch book under his arm. "What are the best spots around the campus? I haven't spent too much time in the other buildings."

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techsavvyshuri
2021-08-29 11:29 pm UTC (link)

As the walked Shuri found her hands made fists. "I never experienced trouble sleeping before. Having intimate knowledge of what happens to Bucky on a regular basis? Definitely didn't add it to my list of things to actually experience." She did let out a soft snort, though.

"I need to pick up a nighttime activity like art. I...don't know what, though. Back home? If I couldn't sleep, I just went to my lab." She sounded wistful. Bast, she missed her lab.

"I like the green. It seems to be the spot people feel the most at ease...mostly. Last week notwithstanding. Although I do love the library on campus."

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