13385/You Know You Missed Me

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You Know You Missed Me
Date of Scene: 27 May 2021
Location: Jeremy's Room (West Halls), Xavier's School
Synopsis: Three amigos catch up!
Cast of Characters: Aegis, SpyderByte, Faraday




Aegis has posed:
The Prom had been wonderful, as such a night should be. But the party didn't stop there. It had continued into the wee hours of the morning at the Rec Room of the mansion as some of the students were buzzing on adrenaline and sugary mocktails that had been served. Students that hadn't been able to attend joined in for a bit to hear the tales. Eventually, everyone was wandering off to their rooms to get some sleep.

And then there were three.

They had agreed to meet up in Jeremy's room in 15 minutes. Giving enough time to kick off the Satan-invented-torture of heels and change out of their fancy dresss or tuxedos. It might even allow some time for a quick face scrub to get off make-up.

At the appointed time, there was a firm knock on Jeremy's door. His guests had arrived!

SpyderByte has posed:
Having arrived back at his room before his roommate and boyfriend, Jeremy told Gray and Rosie that he planned on spending time with his teammates for a few hours. This at least give Gray and Rosie some time to chill as well back at her room and talk, or make out, whatever comes first.

Having shed off his tuxedo, the young Goth is now wearing a pair of swishy dark workout shorts and a black sleeveless tanktop that reveals his bare arms and the bright colorful tattoo upon one shoulder. He doesn't have any new scars at least. At the sound of the knocking, he heads over to open the door, giving a smile to the pair of them as he motions them in.

His bedroom is split down the middle between his and Gray's. Two beds, but only one is made up, the other disheveled. His computer desk has six monitors on it now with two PC's below, and turned off for a change so that the room is a bit cooler, as well as the open window. There is a small black kitten laying on Gray's made bed, peeking up at them in a ball of fluff before he rolls back over to nap.

<< Hi guys. Come in! >>

Faraday has posed:
Thankfully Indira didn't go all out with makeup, but even if she'd planned the extra time for henna there'd no just 'getting that off'. Her hair is still curled and streaked with gold hair chalk since one cannot wash that much hair in fifteen. She did swap out for her favorite, swooshy silk pajama set with pants that are black with copper henna-like designs around the ankles and an off-the-shoulder top of dark teal with thin black straps holding it up.

"The snacks have arrived." Proclaims Indi as she hips her way into the room with her arms full of bags of pretzels, chips, and several bottles of water. "I dunno about you two, but after all of the sugary drinks and cookies I need me some salt. That was a fun night, once everyone got out dancing. Congrats again, Jeremy. You killed that crown."

Aegis has posed:
Xio follows right behind Indi. She has on a pair of gray cotton shorts and a black tank top, something she usually sleeps in. She never went for something long like pajama pants.

She did have her phone tucked into the waistband of her shorts since she too had more drinks. They were probably going to need them. Who knew how long they were going to stay up gossiping.

"It was so weird seeing you that way! No surprise to me you got King. You deserved it! I even emailed in my vote for you," Xio admitted with a big smile.

SpyderByte has posed:
There is a soft laugh from Jeremy as he gives a look at the crown on the top of his computer desk. He has it on a shelf that makes it stand out. There is an amused look on his face.

<< I got the pity votes. >>

He is teasing as he helps take the snacks and puts them on the bed, then gives each of them a firm hug.

<< I am so glad you are back. I have missed you, Xio. Tomorrow I do my final Danger Room Evaluation with Mister Drake, Guthrie and Worthington. Then, graduation I suppose. >>

Faraday has posed:
"Oh hush, you did not." Indira says to Jeremy with a snort and a returned hug that's fierce and just a little tingly. "Because you have two of those votes standing here, and we sure don't pity you. We know you better than that."

She sits herself down on the end of the bed next to the snacks so she can peel open a bag of pretzels and cram a few of them in her mouth. Talking around them, she mumbles, "You'll do great. Besides, you're going to be a big bad tech intern, not an X-Man. Aaand you've shown you're more than capable a hundred times over by now. Easy-peasy, they're probably just doing that as a formality. I'm actually debating taking summer classes and see if I can maybe graduate a bit early. I wanna get out there, get on with my life, see what's out there in the world. Math class just ain't doing it for me."

Aegis has posed:
Xio piles into the bed as well. "You got it cause you are a good friend to people. You who didn't think you'd have friends. Shows you were estupido. At least about that," Xio adds as she grins, grabbing a bag of plain chips and pulling them open.

At Indi's thought, she muses. "Do they offer enough classes for me to get all of next year in? Cause if so, maybe I'll join you. The deal was for me to stay until graduation and my record is expunged so the faster I get that done..."

SpyderByte has posed:
<< This was a good year for me and yes, I think you can pile on numerous summer classes to try and graduate early. It's what I was doing before Xavier's. Doctor McCoy helped me out a lot. >>

Jeremy climbs on to the bed with them, reaching into the bag of salty plain chips to snag a few, then puts it into his mouth for a crunch. After a few chews and a swallow, he gives a lick of his lips.

<< Mister Stark is getting me an apartment I believe at one of his buildings he owns, so I'll be close to work. He is helping me with college also. My interview went very well with him. He had me work on his new Iron Man suit with a focus on armor and weapon design. >>

Faraday has posed:
"Doubt I can do a whole year in one summer, but, maybe cut next semester in half." Indira says aside to Xio with a waggle of a pretzel. "That is a good point for you, though. They didn't say how you had to finish it, just finish it here. Maybe they'd be more willing if we were both onboard. At least they're not spending all their time for just one student."

She crunches down on another pretzel before washing it down with a slug of water. "That's super cool, Jer. People probably would literally kill for that kind of job. You're not just doing paperwork. You're getting to work on /the/ equipment for the Avengers. I have no idea how I'll do what I want. I was thinking maybe... investigation kind of stuff. I'd actually be all for being a cop, a detective, but with my heart they'd never take me. ...I probably should still talk to Doctor McCoy about that. But with how the school found me and all these other kids, well, I want to /help/. I don't wanna be a hero off fighting aliens on the news. I want to help the little guys."

Aegis has posed:
"You got to work on the armor? Holy fuck, Jeremy!" Xio slaps his arm, grinning like a goofball. "I am so jelly now. Like completely. Dios Mio."

Then the look transfers over to Indira. "Could become a private investigator or something? Then you aren't having to worry about being a cop with the heart thing? Unless Doctor McCoy can get that fixed up for you. Can't think of anyone smarter."

But now that had her wondering about her own life after this. If she did managed to graduate in less than a year, what would she do? "I got no ideas what to be when I grow up." She giggles. "Probably about the point you guys are excelling, you'll come by Big Belly Burger and I'll ask if you want fries with that."

SpyderByte has posed:
<< It was an accident, mostly. We were talking about an internship after Hawkeye introduced me to him. We started to talk about my goals after Xavier's and out of the blue he asked me about this design he was working on and wanted my insight. I networked myself to his database, pulled the schematics up and did a walk through on his 3D holograph model. He liked that I was able to solve a problem for him on creating the armor lighter, but more durable and adding some more shoulder rockets while re-routing power sources. I have a feeling he knew the answer already himself, but he was testing my critical thinking path. >>

Jeremy takes another bite of chips, then reaches over to grab up the black kitten and scoops him on to his chest. He gives a smile as he strokes the fluff between his ears.

<< This is Geronimo. Rogue got him for me. He's my buddy. >>

His smile brightens.

<< Everything okay, Xio? I have kept tabs on you while you were back home but I wasn't spying on your day to day. >>

Faraday has posed:
"Girl, no, no way. You are way better than a burger flipper." Indira looks positively offended, though a cheek stuffed with pretzels doesn't make the look convincing. "We could be PI's together! You know the streets, I know how to punch. Hm, wasn't there some mutant-kinda group who did that? I swear I saw an old sign in Bushwick. I'll have to hit up Google later."

She gives a warm grin to the kitten as he's hoisted up. "I saw him, but he was too cute to wake up. Soon as I get my own place I totally want a pet."

His question about how Xio's been has her looking over towards the Latina expectantly, falling quiet minus the crunches of pretzels.

Aegis has posed:
Things are definitely not quiet. Indi's pretzels. Her chips. Jeremy's kitten is likely adding his purring to the ambiance, now that he's in a snuggle spot and getting attention. "He's too cute," Xio says about the kitty, reaching ouver to give a finger stroke over his little noggin before settling back in shoving chips in her mouth with some regularity. At Indi's suggestion, she tilts her head. "X something I'd bet. They seem to like that around here," she added with a giggle. "Maybe I could do that. I do have ears on the streets with Los Muertos. Know how that side of things work."

Then the seriousness of Jeremy's question. "I'm been good. Mi abeulo fought for about two weeks but in the end, it was too much. But he had a good life. And he passed with his familia around him which is what he wanted. I was sad for a while. Cried a lot." Her voice is serious but she shrugs, trying to move past since that just wasn't her.

"I was planning to come back this week but with prom being just before my time to return, I couldn't just miss it. So I planned my whole showing up tonight and seeing your faces." She laughed, that bright smile back. "It was so worth it."

SpyderByte has posed:
<< You are thinking of X-Factor. They work out of Mutant Town. Led by Jamie Madrox the multiple man. >>

Jeremy knows everyone in the database by now. If you're a useful mutant, he's stole your contact info and put it on his phone. One day, he may need to reach out to someone and get help.

<< I am sorry to hear about your grandfather. I am glad that you are home. I have missed you so much. It felt like a piece of me was missing while you were not around. >>

He gives a glance over to Indi, nudging her with his foot to feel the tingles zap through his toes with a giggle.

<< Do you want to see my new costume by the way? In the case that I do decide to become a mysterious super hero? >>

Faraday has posed:
"A long life and having your family there in the end? That seems like a good way to go to me, and you'll always have his memories with you." Indira says quiet but with a smile on her face. "And I'm definitely glad to see you. It hasn't been the same without you around. I can't be the only loud one all of the time."

She looks back to Jeremy and forms an O with her lips. "Oooh, yeah, that rings a bell. I heard his name around here one week, think he was here. Noted. I'll have to give 'em a call and see what they're up to." There's a quick, sideways look to Xiomara and a snicker. "X. You called it."

Mention of a costume has her tilting her head and leaning forward to prop her elbows on her knees. "Hell yeah I do. Kittens and Iron Man and costumes; you've been busy."

Aegis has posed:
"Everything is falling into line for Jeremy here," Xio said as she nudged him with an elbow before breaking open a bottle of water and gets a swig. "Sure, I'd like to see the costume idea. Though I thought you preferred to be behind the scenes?"

She giggles and winks at Indi. "I should've made a bet. You'd owe me twenty bucks for having that one right. But if he's been associated with this place at all, he probably would be willing to take in someone to help out. We could make probably do some stuff before to show him what we got?" she suggested.

SpyderByte has posed:
<< I do want to be behind the scenes, but I never know when I may need to be on camera in an attempt to give a face to digital intimidation. So, I was inspired by you in a way. >>

Jeremy hops of his bed and heads to his closet where he grabs a bag, then heads into the bathroom. After a few minutes of rummaging around, he comes back out.

Dressed in all black, his shirt is a heavy material what appears to be some type of woven body armor into the chest and the elbows. His pants are tucked into a pair of boots and in a 'stacked' style. What stands out the most besides the long trench coat, is a large hood that he wears which hides his face. A few seconds later, a neon green 'skull' appears from within, digital and LED, staring back at them. He even has gloves on over his hands. Not a hint of flesh revealed.

It's a little bit Daft Punk, a little bit Darth Maul, a little bit Neo.

Faraday has posed:
"True. Behind the scenes is good, but with a high profile job like you'll have there's always that chance something comes knocking." Indira remarks as she kicks back to wait for the presentation.

"Oh daaaaaamn. Okay! That's insane and I love it and I'm insanely jealous now." Her foot is bouncing from where its crossed over the other and the smile on her face is broad. "Costume like that makes you just want to get in trouble. But, uh, don't. Unless you gotta, then kick their ass. Got any armor built in to that thing?"

Aegis has posed:
"Inspired by me..." The confusion is there as he rushes off and Xio gives a glance to Indi to see if she had any clue. Since she didn't, Xio just settled in petting the kitten in his Daddy's absence.

Then Jeremy emerged. There is an approving whistle from Xio as she looks over the costume. "Viva Los Muertos!" Her grin was pleased as she looked over the mask "Got to say I approve. And yeah, can see the influence from the tats."
Shehe glances over at Indi's question and observation, nodding her agreement a costume like that was asking to get into trouble.

SpyderByte has posed:
As he gives himself a turn around, Jeremy shows off the digital mask as the green changes colors a few times. Red. Blue. Purple. It changes from the Muertos face to a familiar Guy Faux as well in bright white. He raises a finger upwards to the digital mouth. Shhh.

Once he pulls the hood and mask off, he gives a shake of his hair out as it settles against his shoulders.

<< It has some body armor to it, yes. Light weight. Can take impact from small gunshot rounds and some physical impact, but it's not designed to be used in the field. It's just a starter. I may ask some of the staff for help upgrading it. >>

He takes a seat on the bed, grinning at them. He is blushing a bit in an embarrassed manner.

<< I had fun designing it for the last few weeks. I have a feeling bad guys would laugh at me though. >>

Faraday has posed:
"They only laugh until their phone blows up." Indira winks to Jeremy. "A well placed distraction can be worth more than a gunfight anyway. You'll look like a badass. Thinking of keeping the same name or switching it up with a separate persona to keep your after-hours work on its own? May be useful, keeps all of your cover from being blown in case something goes south."

She pops a few more pretzels in her mouth. "Food for thought, anyway. You got time to figure it out."

Aegis has posed:
"What she said," Xio says with a laugh, pointing over at Indi after the comment about laughing until their phone blows up. "If I saw that coming at me in a dark alley after I'd been up to no good, I'd be less likely to laugh and more likely to get the fuck out of there."

She continues to pet Geronimo then glances to Jeremy, wondering about that question of new codename.

SpyderByte has posed:
<< I don't know. Spider Bite has been my alias online since I was a kid. It's not unique by any means. You will find hundreds of others, but unless you dig into the dark web, there is only one that has a reputation. >>

Jeremy ponders for a long moment in thought, shifting his jaw and squinting his eyes.

<< I haven't thought of it. If you have any ideas I'm open to them. Maybe .. Stalker. >>

He gives the kitten a few more strokes of his fingers along his fuzzy back as he naps on the bed, ruffling the fur up a bit.

Faraday has posed:
"Not sure off the top of my head." Indira says as she absently swings her feet while chewing on a pretzel. "Says the girl who's own name was a random pick. I like the ring of Faraday, but I wouldn't mind something that isn't the name of some white dude. Er, no offense, Jer. Funny enough, my real name is another name for Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, fortune, love, beauty, joy and prosperity. /Indra/ is the god of storms. The irony of that isn't lost on me. I can't go calling myself something /that/ obvious, though."

She gives a shrug of her shoulders. "Secret names are like tattoos, I guess. You gotta make sure it's the right one that you're linking to yourself forever."

Aegis has posed:
"I just took one you came up with. So I'm not exactly an expert on codenames," Xio says with an apologetic shrug. "I would say that the whole Stalker angle is a bad one. I mean I get it with your abilities but it gives a whole skeeze vibe that isn't good."

She takes another swig of water then sets the back of plain chips aside, within reach of Jeremy since he was partaking of them too, and goes for a bag of sirracha flavored, ripping them open and popping one in her mouth as she settled back into her spot.

SpyderByte has posed:
<< I think I'll just stick with what I have now. It's consistent and everyone here knows me as that. It's not as if I really need a code name, or even a cool one. I'm just going to be Jeremy Statton, employee of Stark Industries. By the way, I have a follow up with him tomorrow to discuss my compensation package and housing. Also to decide what department he wants me to intern at. I'm hoping it's research and development. >>

Jeremy plucks out a few more chips from the bag and pops them into his mouth as he heads back to the bathroom to change out. He takes another minute to put his shorts and tanktop back on, then heads out to put the costume into the closet.

<< I'm glad you guys don't think it's silly. You're the first to see it. >>

Faraday has posed:
"It's not silly at all!" Indira proclaims. "What is silly is if they /don't/ put you in R&D. You can probably crank out more projects in one work week than takes them half the year. So make sure he doesn't shortchange you. Just because you have inborn skills doesn't mean you shouldn't get the same pay as any other trained expert. Cuz you are. Just your know-how didn't come from books. Well, maybe digital ones."

"Hopefully you don't end up too far to visit. I know you're only a text away but still. So long as you're on the subway line, I guess. We can sneak out, and don't be a stranger here. Got it? You guys are my sanity around here."

Aegis has posed:
"Well I'm back for now so you got me at least. Though Jeremy is abandoning us." Translation graduating. "And leaving us behind." And getting life!

Xio grinned a bit, nudging him with an elbow then settling in crossing her legs to sit tailor style on the bed. The shorts are long enough it isn't weird or anything!

"With your abilities, you are worth a lot of money. But at the same time, remember you are going to /him/ for a job. Get in the door at least."

SpyderByte has posed:
<< With my abilities, yes, I could name a price if I wanted to, but I really want to work hard to earn my place. Working for Stark Industries is a dream come true, and he is going to pay for my MIT classes and my apartment. It's a once in a life time opportunity and as we email back and forth, I feel like he is really excited about me working for him. >>

Jeremy gives a bright smile as he pops another chip into his mouth, then leans in to bump his shoulder against Indi's to give himself a bit of a tase, giggling.

Bzzt! It tingles.

<< And I'm not leaving you guys. You can be my roommates soon as you graduate! We can still be a team of best friends. I can help pay for your college too, and we can still have fun together. >>

Faraday has posed:
"Well I know you're no idiot. You know what you're worth. I know you wouln't let them take advantage of you." Indira states and shoots a quick look past Jeremy and towards Xiomara with a single decisive nod. "Otherwise, you can be sure we'll march right over there and will tell Stark himself to not be a jackass. You're not paying for me either. I'll find a way to earn my keep. Besides, I gotta decide what I want to do first before I sign up for college."

"And stop zapping yourself!" Indira chuckles as she squints back at Jeremy. "Speaking of, I saw that Doctor McCoy did something to help Miss Rogue protect herself. Maybe tomorrow I'll swing down after class and talk to him about everything. I'd actually like to give someone a hug, or... pet Geronimo without shocking him."

Aegis has posed:
"Rogue can touch people now?" Xio showed up at the prom must as Rogue and others had left so she wasn't aware of the miracle that had occurred, thanks the big brain of the Big Blue teacher.

"That would be great if he could do it for you too!"

She does echo Indi's words to Jeremy though. "No way. I don't take no charity. I make my own way. Ain't going to college. Not smart enough. May look into a trade school or something. If I can figure out what I want to do." She shrugged and dismissed it.

SpyderByte has posed:
<< Oh, yes. Doctor McCoy created this shower of sorts that can spray her entire body with a thin skin like membrane that has a latex based consistency. It's rather fascinating and complicated, but they did numerous tests before applying it to her. It's temporary and she has to wash it off with a really firm scrubbing. I got to see some of it while he was beta testing. >>

Jeremy bobs his head a bit.

<< You are smart enough to go to college Xio. You can go to community college if anything. You are plenty smart, even if it's not academically smart. But if you want to do a trade school, I can help with that too. Let your rich friends help you out. >>

Faraday has posed:
"That's pretty cool. Though it sounds more like one of those weird... thinks you encounter in some of the clubs downtown." Indira flops a hand in the air with a shrug. "But hey, whatever works. I basically use modified kitchen gloves, the rubber at least lets me shake a hand or pick something up without zapping, but they suck to wear all of the time. Maybe I can help test more. Settles that, then, I'm definitely talking to him."

"College isn't a terrible idea." Indira agrees. "But not worth it without a gameplan. Though basic classes at one of the community colleges is easy and frees you up for specialty. Trade's probably more useful. Ever think about going into the professional tattooing business? You are pretty awesome at it."

Aegis has posed:
"Jer, love you but hell no. I don't do charity. I earn my way or I don't do it. Only reason I accepted the Xavier's Charity Project status was so I could get my record expunged and start life fresh. I appreciate the offer but I have to do it my way."

At the mention from Indi, her face scrunches up a bit. "I'd considered it. I mean I think I could go far. I have some pretty advanced skills thanks to the UV tats the gang uses. Just need to get better on technique and art. They have schools for that or just a matter of being an apprentice in a shop?" Since she hadn't ever been in a shop, just at home.

SpyderByte has posed:
<< Buuuut .. I want to hook my best friends up. >>

Jeremy can even sulk digitally as he sprawls out on his side on the bed, curling his hand around his kitten.

<< Can't I help out just a little bit? It'd mean a lot and you helped me out with that thingy a few months ago. I do owe you one. >>

He nods his head to Indi's ideas, looking excited. << You should definitely do professional ink. I can reach out and see if any of the studios are hiring. >>

Faraday has posed:
"Maybe?" Indira says with a scrunch of her nose. "I have no idea, but that'd probably make sense. I bet you'd like it a lot more than doing someone's hair or building cabinets or... plumbing." She adds with a note of disgust. "You have the skills. Use em! At least it probably doesn't need another degree. Jer can help find some places with openings, some good gear, that kinda stuff. It's worth checking into if you want."

Aegis has posed:
"I got a year to figure it out. Or almost a year. No need to go websearching now," Xio says with a grin.

"Now when I finish school, you can help me find a shop that is hiring. As for that stuff a few months back? That was just taking care of family. Nothing else."

SpyderByte has posed:
<< And helping you out with college is taking care of family. >>

Jeremy counters back with a smirk on his face as he sticks his tongue out at her.

<< Besides, getting a job now as an intern is experience and extra cash most likely under the table, thus you don't need to pay taxes on it. I'll start the search .. five minutes ago. >>

With that, he plops Geronimo on his chest and continues to munch on chips as the three talk for the rest of the night.