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Tweak says, "all you need is love. *hums*"

Alec McDowell (smartalec) wrote in utr_logs,
@ 2008-05-13 21:42:00

Entry tags:

alec mcdowell, navi

Who: Alec and Navi
What: Getting a Pet
When: Tonight
Where: Various Places
Warnings: Extreme cuteness? Maybe more

Knowing that Navi had picked out the perfect pet for the two of them really came at no surprise. She had that quality about her, something that didn't have a name, but definitely existed. With one look, or just a smile, sbe could completely change a situation. If there was real darkness in the world, then she was the light, the brightest there had ever been. She just made everything feel perfect. That was her magic. And it could be applied to picking out pets. She had a brilliant mind, of course, but more than that she just knew. After looking at the picture, Alec was sure she was right, and now he was looking forward to coming home even more than usual, which was quite a bit.

Home. That's right. They lived together now, everything was settled into the apartment that they shared, and it had instantly became the home he imagined it always would be. Going to sleep with her in his arms, waking up to the sight of her, it was like a dream come true. A dream he enver realized he had, but a dream nonetheless, and things couldn't get better. He'd just finished up some lessons at the gym and was in the process of cleaning up. A quick shower, just enough to rinse the sweat off, and a change into clean clothing. He was saying bye to everyone as he was jogging across the mats and making his way to the door. No time to spare, as far as he was concerned. His trusty means of transporation, the bike, was waiting for him outside. He'd already figured out a short cut to getting home, it happened when you went back and forth every day, and it wasn't any time before he was parking at the apartment complex.

The stairs all the way up to their aparment were even't a hastle anymore, especially when he was in such a good mood, he took them two at a time with a smile on his lips. She was already home, so he left his keys in his pockets and stepped inside, not being able to help but grin that much more. "Baby? Not hiding, are you?" Oh, she loved that, didn't she? One time he'd come home and she had almost scared him to death. Of course the way she giggled afterwards, he couldn't help but laugh.

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 01:40 am UTC (link)

Navi giggled at his statement, watching him get dressed. She sighed a bit; watching Alec dress was like watching someone wrap a present for her. She knew she'd get to see him naked again, and that was a treat. She slipped on a pair of flip flops and flew over to him so she was in his lap while he finished lacing up his second boot.

"You'll find out. I trust you. And the weekend's coming up, so I can just lay around and recover." She laughed and kissed him on the neck before standing up. "We should take a cab to the shelter."

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smartalec
2008-05-17 01:47 am UTC (link)

Sometimes the feline DNA in his genetic cocktail, so to speak, became more apparent. Navi had even mentioned something about it to him before, he'd never given it much thought, but he guessed it was as true as anything else. It explained why he had such incredible balance and maybe why he was so playful with her. He was grinning the entire time, every few seconds shooting a look in her direction.

"Hmm. Laying around and relaxing with you this weekend is a reward in itself." She was sitting on his lap now, which just made him smile that much more, looking right at her. "I thought so too. Don't think a ferret will like the motorcycle." Once she was standing, he was too, already holding her hand.

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 01:54 am UTC (link)

Navi didn't know much about Alec beyond what he'd told her, but she knew she loved him and didn't want to change a single thing about him. The fact that he felt that way about her made the whole thing the perfect creation it was. She couldn't stop smiling either, bouncing on the balls of her feet.

She tugged him toward the living room, where the box for the cage was. "Figure he can help us set it up once we've got him home," she mused aloud, then she was tugging to get Alec through the door. She still walked a bit differently, but it was less of a limp and more just a subtle shift of her weight. "C'mon! Oh my gosh, Alec, we're getting a pet! I can snuggle him when you're not home, and he'll have a cute little pink nose!" She squealed and all but bounced down the stairs.

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smartalec
2008-05-17 02:01 am UTC (link)

Once his boots had been laced and tied, he was up on his feet, walking after her, willingly letting Navi tug him towards the living room."I'm sure he'll love to help out." There was a smile on his lips when he spoke. He couldn't wait to see the ferret running around in the living room to inspect everything. They'd both never had a pet and he was getting more excited about it now that it was about to happen.

He locked the door behind her, still holding onto her and, looking at the way she was all but bouncing. "I think it's going to be perfect for us." He moved down the stairs with her, trying to keep up, able to tell how happy she was. "Going to be one happy ferret."

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 02:05 am UTC (link)

Navi's smile was almost dreamy. "I looked after the Deku Sprout and the Kokiri a bit, but nothing as cuddly and bouncy as a ferret. And I never had help." That last bit was said while faintly blushing, and she tiptoed up to kiss him while they waited for their cab.

"I know enough about this culture to know that you're... you're so good to me. And you love me. And thanks." She squeezed his hand and squeed a bit when a cab moved over right away.

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smartalec
2008-05-17 02:08 am UTC (link)

"I've seen the one you take care of all those plants. I've never known anyone as caring as you. You're going to do great with the ferret." Alec smiled at the faint flush in her cheeks and leaned in for the kiss, knowing that they were waiting for a cab, which no doubt would show up soon.

"You don't need to thank me. Loving you is it's own reward." He gave her hand a squeeze back and then opened the cab door for her, sliding in after she already had.

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 02:12 am UTC (link)

"I love my plants!" Navi secretly hoped that Alec hadn't heard her singing to them. Though she was sure that if she told Link that she hummed Saria's Song to the plants, he'd understand why. It just seemed like a song plants would enjoy.

She waited to embrace Alec after she'd given the address to the cab driver, kissing him firmly and not waiting if the driver saw. "It's more than I thought to hope for. So there." She grinned and stuck out her tongue a little. "So, whose ass are you gonna kick in your next match? I'm so excited!" She bounced a little at the idea of talking strategy.

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smartalec
2008-05-17 02:16 am UTC (link)

"I know you do, that's why I know you're going to love our pet." Of course, he had heard her singing to the plants, but he didn't think anything of it. A cute quirk, mostly. She definitely was good at taking care of them though, anything like that she touched usually blossomed. She'd even given him a few tips, he made sure to water her plants if she couldn't be home at the moment.

His own arms wrapped around Navi and kissed her back, never giving it a second thought. "I think that goes for both of us, but I'll let you win." He had leaned back against the seat and turned his head to look at her. "The big shot in our promotion. He's an undefeated southpaw. That means he leads with his right hand, it's a little unorthodox." Of course Alec believed he was going to win, why shouldn't he?

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 02:19 am UTC (link)

"Of course I'll love it! It's fuzzy and adorable!" Sort of like her boyfriend, minus the fuzzy part. She rest against his shoulder, content in its broadness. She always felt safe, and never once complained about being small with him. She didn't need his protection, but she welcomed it and loved it.

"We can call a tie, you know." She mimicked his body language, leaning against the seat and looking at him. "Can you use that to your advantage? You know where he's going to lead, so go against it?"

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smartalec
2008-05-17 02:26 am UTC (link)

"Not to mention that it's going to love you. Everything does." Alec didn't think he was really exaggerating. He knew the kids in her class loved her, he was crazy about her, and just...everything and everyone seemed to respond to Navi. She had that kind of effect. He kissed the top of her head softly when she leaned against his shoulder. he loved having her close, because for the first time, he really di have someone worth protecting.

"A tie huh? I guess I can settle for that. Only 'cause it's you." There was an amused look on his face when she mimicked the way he was sitting, smiling at her more than he had been. "I can practice with a few southpaws to try and get a feel for it. Not much outside of that. Gotta make him fight my fight, not his."

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 02:29 am UTC (link)

"I don't know about that, but I'm pretty sure he'll like anyone who takes him away from the pet orphanage." Navi shook her head, scooting a bit closer to Alec. She wanted to save the pet from the sort of upbringing Alec had had; in her mind the similarities were obvious. Cold. Nobody to look after either of them. They had her now, and she was going to set things right for both of them.

She took his hand, running her fingernails over the veins. "Yup. Once you make him adapt to you, then he's not in his comfort zone to begin with. And you'll win. You're the best, you know."

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smartalec
2008-05-17 02:36 am UTC (link)

"He's going to get the right person for that job. Both of us." He had raised his other hand up, gently sliding his fingertips down her cheek, smiling at her the entire time. He didn't know what he'd do without Navi, which made him appreciate the fact that he had her even more, and it also made him aware of the fact that anyone would be lucky to have her, especially a pet.

He looked down at her hand for a second before looking into her eyes. "Going to let him tire himself out. My cardio is a lot better. Then it's lights out time." He flashed her a bright smile when she said he was the best. "Well, ever since I changed my manager to this beautiful woman, I don't think I can be beaten."

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 02:42 am UTC (link)

"He's lucky," Navi beamed, leaning in to kiss him on the forehead. It was a weird thing to know that she hadn't been whole before, to know that she'd always been missing part of herself, her soul. But being with Alec had brought that into light, and she smiled, leaning into his touch.

She squeezed the hand she was stroking, nodding. "You certainly can last a long time," she murmured, winking at him. "And well, even if I'm not your manager, I guess I'm your motivation?" She laughed and kissed him, knowing full well that he knew what his prize would be for winning.

When they turned a corner, Navi knew they were getting closer. She bounced in her seat, moving her purse so it was closer to her body. She felt her heart pounding, and she was so happy she thought she might burst. The taxi slowed to a stop and she handed the driver money, waiting for Alec to exit.

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smartalec
2008-05-17 02:48 am UTC (link)

"Very lucky. I don't mind spoiling him at all." Especially when it came to buying their ferret toys and other things to play with. Alec even knew you could take them walking, but he wasn't sure how well they were going to respond to that, it was something they'd all find out together.

He laughed a little, giving her hand a small squeeze. "You give me plenty of cardio work outs." Alec figured he'd let the fight go into the second round and then try and end it there. He was even planning something pretty spectacular, but he was going to wait for her t see it, rather than explain. "Closest thing I have to a manager, and definitely my motivation." He had coaches, of course, and he was a quick learner.

He could feel her bouncing in the seat next to him, and he knew exactly why, which made him grin. After they had turned the corner, he could see the shelter and he turned his head to look at her. She really was glowing, even if she didn't realize it. He moved out of the taxi right after she had, knowing that she wasn't going to be able to wait.

"You ready?" He teased, already knowing that she was.

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 02:54 am UTC (link)

"You love spoiling him already, silly." Navi had seen how excited Alec had been to go shopping for pet toys, and it warmed her heart to think of. She grinned, remembering how he'd picked up as many toys off of the shelf as she had.

"I do! I'm a rigorous trainer! Barely a minute's rest!" Navi giggled, squeezing his hand in return. She kissed him on the cheek, stroking his hair. Watching him fight was one of her fondest memories of their first date. She felt a certain swelling of pride when he was in the ring. The gorgeous, golden, perfect creature in the ring, the one with all the feline grace and power - that was hers. Beyond the posessive, Alec was fantastic at what he did. He wasn't a smalltime fighter, he was a Hero, even if he didn't think so. Navi had some experience with that, and she knew so.

When they were at the steps of the shelter, Navi swallowed nervously before taking his hand and walking in. "I'm ready." She bit her lip and opened one of the heavy swinging doors. The shelter smelled of pets and cleaner, but not unpleasantly so. She approached the desk and asked to be taken to the ferret rescues that she'd read about online. Obviously Navi had called, and the woman smiled brightly, leading Navi and Alec to a room where they could sit with the ferret.

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smartalec
2008-05-17 03:02 am UTC (link)

"Guilty as charged." Alec admitted with a bright smile. It was really the first thing that he was ever going to have to take care of. That didn't mean he didn't spoil Navi and do everything he could to make sure she was happy, but she could take care of herself too. This was a new responsibility for both of them.

"You're right about that. You always keep the workouts intense. And get my technique down." He loved the fact that she could be so playful with him, it was one of the reasons they were so perfect together, there were plenty more, but that definitely was one.

They were standing outside the shelter now, and his heart was beating fast, hand holding onto her own. "Big step for us." He told her softly before he followed her inside. It smelled like animals, but it wasn't a bad thing, definitely new as far as he had experienced. It was different, but he liked it. He stood behind Navi with a smile on his lips as she talked to the woman. Then they were led into a room, he knew they were going to bring one of the ferrets to them.

"I can't wait."

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 03:09 am UTC (link)

"Well, it's going to love you too, so that's a good thing," Navi smiled. She ran her fingers through his hair, unable to put into words that she loved how excited Alec was about taking care of the ferret as much as she was.

"Well, your technique is fantastic. Have to keep it at peak performance," she grinned. She was trying not to laugh to keep up the game, but she had to put a hand over her mouth to keep up the pretense.

Outside the shelter, she tiptoed up to kiss him. "Big step, but we both want it and we're excited. We'll be great ferretparents, and you know it." She squeezed his hand, glad he was nervous too.

Inside the Ferret Room, she bounced a little bit, nervous, but the woman returned with a tiny bundle of wiggly fur. It had a mask, and was white with grey stripes, and wanted to be out of the woman's arms. Navi stood up to take the animal from the woman, giggling when it started to sniff her.

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smartalec
2008-05-17 03:18 am UTC (link)

When they were sitting inside the small room together, he was still holding her hand within his own, barely able to contain his own excitement. This was big, for the both of them, and each second that ticked by felt like an eternity. He knew she was feeling just the same way that he was. His boot was tapping the ground lightly as he waited, and when he could hear the woman's approaching footsteps, he gave Navi's hand a small squeeze.

Once the other woman stepped into the room, he immediately looked at what she was holding in her arms, lips splitting into a grin. The ferret was poking his head up and looking at the two of them. It was furry, slinky, had a mask, and grey stripes. It was definitely a curious creature and Alec couldn't believe that they were going to have one.

Once it had been handed to Navi, he stood up beside her, looking down at the ferret, which was busy sniffing her. He raised his hand up very slowly and reached out, making sure to take his time, not wanting to scare the small creature. Once he was sure it was okay with his presence, he slid his fingertips over it's back, grinning like a kid on christmas morning.

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	heyheylisten 2008-05-17 03:20 am UTC (link)
	Navi's heart was already swelling with love for the tiny furry thing, and all it had done was press itself against her chest and sniff her head. When Alec reached out to pet it, Navi blinked. "Is it... laughing?" She grinned and giggled at the approving noises the ferret was making, handing it off to Alec. "I think someone liiiiiikes you," she teased. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

smartalec
2008-05-17 03:27 am UTC (link)

Alec had never even really been around animals at all to be honest. They'd never seen anything like them at Manticore that hadn't been some kind of an experiment. His eyes were open slightly wide as he looked at the furry bundle in Navi's arms, still smiling so much that he thought his cheeks were surely going to hurt.

"Either that or it's really happy." It was making happy sounding noises and moving it's head up and down. He took the ferret from Navi, holding it in his arms, lightly stroking it's back. "He's definitely got personality."

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 03:30 am UTC (link)

Any animal that was so happy to be held by her and Alec that it made noises that sounded close to human laughter had to be theirs. While Alec held it, she talked to the woman at the counter about care, feeding, bathing, everything they'd need to know. She winked at Alec and went to the lobby to sign papers, as well as purchase a cage to carry him home in, and a couple of books to read. Navi was big on books about things.

When she returned to the area, cage in hand, she couldn't help giggling. "How're my boys?" She moved to kiss Alec on the cheek, laughing when the ferret sniffed them inquisitively.

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smartalec
2008-05-17 03:37 am UTC (link)

There wasn't any doubt that they had made the right choice in what kind of animal to get once he'd been allowed to hold the ferret. It was furry, curious, and soft. The happy noises it made only added to the whole package. That and it responded well to both of them. There wasn't any way he was going to leave without it. When he saw Navi wink he gave a small nod of his head, knowing what she was going to do.

By the time she got back, he was sitting on the floor, playing with the ferret, knowing that he must look like a little kid. "We're great. Especially now that you're here." He could see the books in her hands, a long with the cage. She loved to read and do research, which he was glad, because they needed to know how to take care of him.

"What..what about Moxie? Or Bandit? Or..um..Ace...Turbo.." Alec looked up at her, trying to pick a name, still playing with the ferret.

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 03:40 am UTC (link)

Navi couldn't help but glow a bit when she saw Alec on the floor with the ferret. It was possibly the cutest thing she'd seen in her entire life, in any universe. She plopped down on the floor and opened the cage, giggling.

"Turbo works for me. I mean, c'mon, you can barely keep up with him." She giggled and tried to pet the furry bundle, laughing when he bounced way and then "attacked" her fingers.

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smartalec
2008-05-17 03:45 am UTC (link)

Alec hadn't really expected to become attached to the ferret so quickly, but he was, especially when he was sitting on the floor, watching the way the small creature responded to everything. It was curious and fun to be around. He could see the smile on her lips and turned his head to look at her when she was sitting next, hearing her soft giggle.

"You have a point. He's a little bundle of energy." It made him laugh when he saw the ferret playing with Navi, bouncing back and forth on the floor before pouncing, though it obviously wasn't trying to hurt her.

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heyheylisten
2008-05-17 03:48 am UTC (link)

"Well, c'mon, Turbo, get in your cage." Navi looked around the Ferret Room and spied a bag of treats. She took one out and went back to the cage, popping it in. Turbo poinged into the cage and Navi shut it, grinning at Alec.'

"You ready to go home and build stuff?" She giggled, hefting the cage. Turbo was pretty light, so she didn't mind. "I already paid for him and everything."