15103/Taking a Hike

Taking a Hike
Date of Scene:	19 May 2023
Location:	Breakstone, Westchester County
Synopsis:	Logan and Elektra bump into each other and catch up.
Cast of Characters:	Elektra, Wolverine

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Elektra has posed:\<br\>It's a lovely evening, the sun is still high in the sky, bright and brilliant. Maybe a bit too brilliant as it's warm, almost hot out on the trails today we're it not for the cool mountain breeze that makes the hike a bit more pleasant. She had chosen a more advanced trail, not bothering much about the bear sightings signs or the fact that she was wandering off the beaten path and to restricted, dangerous areas. Afterall, Elektra did like a good challenge.\<br\>\<br\>Dressed today in a short red cut off and black leggings and sturdy hiking boots, she has a light backpack strapped to her back, big enough to carry a small tent and camping supplies. Looks like she plans to stay the night in the wilderness or maybe she's just looking for trouble.\<br\>\<br\>Afterall, one never knows with Elektra..

Wolverine has posed:\<br\> Logan is along the trail. However, he's a little further up and back. What gives him away is a steady "thunk!" Metal meets wood again and again. A steady rhythm as Logan works on getting some genuine firewood. \<br\>\<br\> Ocean blue eyes stay focused. During one of the times the cutting slows. "Sniff. Sniff," he takes a few whiffs on the air. He pauses. "Can't be," Logan says, amazed that a ghost from his past moves about. \<br\>\<br\> Logan resumes working. Dresse in a pair of simple blue jeans, a tucked in green flannel shirt with dark colors and small hint of a faded yellow. The man could be confused as a lumberjack.

Elektra has posed:\<br\>It's a bit of a steep incline towards the gathering of trees at the top, but Elektra always liked a little challenge. She smiles as she hears chopping. A woodcutter perhaps? or a beaver? Hard to tell from here, until she reaches the top, and that gives her pause, recognizing who it is.\<br\>\<br\>"Logan..?" she arches a brow, "Well, well...How long has it been now..." a slight smirk marks her features, knowing better than to try and catch him unawares.\<br\>\<br\>No doubt the last time they met there were rumours of her death or something..

Wolverine has posed:\<br\> That scent getting stronger. Red death that moves and a scent dances thorugh the air. Logan stops whent he scent truly strieks at him. Hearing Elektra's voice, "This yer ghost or am I seein' the real deal?" Logan asks as he looks back at her. Elektra has a lot of rumors about death. Yet, her ghost looks a little too coporeal. Logan knows not to ask about anyone's secrets. \<br\>\<br\> "Been long enough. How long ya been round these parts?" he asks looking at Elekta for a momnt. Both of his arms cross slowly.

Elektra has posed:\<br\>Elektra sighs, stretching her arms as she leans against a nearby tree. she's been hiking for a while now and could use a short rest. she pulls out a water bottle, taking a long drink, wiping her mouth.\<br\>\<br\>"Not a ghost, in the flesh, alas..It seemsI have trouble staying dead.." she seems almost somber as she says that.\<br\>\<br\>"Whats wrong, aren't you happy to see me?" she smirks slightly as she says that.

Wolverine has posed:\<br\> Logan looks at her for a moment. "It seems you got that pesky case of reincarnation. Somethin' like that," Logan says and cross his arms with some amusement. \<br\>\<br\> "I'm happy to see ya. Yer just a special brand of trouble n' complicated. I'm wonderin' what will follow ya," Logan admits. It's not necessarily Elektra that he fears. Things just like to follow the woman. It's how the rumos have swirled about her death.

Elektra has posed:\<br\>Elektra scowls, "Reincarnation? Hardly..More like, being forced out of my restful sleep by a certain evil organization that planned to use me as a living weapon.." she smirks, stroking her chin. "But then, you are no stranger where that's concerned, are you?"\<br\>\<br\>She chuckles a bit at the next comment shaking her head. "Mmm, you should talk. You're hardly simple and uncomplicated your self.." she tilts her head, "Aren't we just two peas in a pod?"

Wolverine has posed:\<br\>\<br\> "Fer me it's more like nappin' and somethin' bringing me to," Logan says, unsure if he's actually died. To him it feels like being knocked out for a very long time. So, it makes it all hazy for him. \<br\>\<br\> "I'm a simple man wit' simple tastes dependin' on who ya ask," he says. Although, deep down he knows she's right. Logan is ten shades of complicated, squared. This is why he tries to keep people at a distance. "Yeah. Ain't we quaint. Careful or we're gonna make men from yer past jealous," Logan winks playfully at he. He knows sometimes that complicates matters.

Elektra has posed:\<br\>Elektra chuckles, "Mm, and yet, I wonder how you manage, being forged into a living weapon, with the desire to fight, to kill being burned into your genetic make up..How do you keep the predator at bay? How do you..Change?"\<br\>\<br\>Her smile slips just a bit, for a moment, she is serious, not just joking around, thoughtful even.\<br\>\<br\>His next comment does cause her to laugh however, shaking her head. "There is no one special in my life right now, although one whom I will always hold dear.." there is a bit of sadness in her voice, yearning even as she thinks of Matt but alas..\<br\>\<br\>"How about yourself? Got a lucky lady in your life?" she smiles, more curious than anything.

Wolverine has posed:\<br\> Logan stops what he's doing. The weight of that tone. To many people it's a simple tone. To those that have really lived in dark places, truly hated parts of themselves, it screms volumes. And that's before the actual words do their job. \<br\>\<br\> "You gotta find a cause to fight for. Somethin' above ya. Most people pick causes. Some pick people," he looks at her and the gaze is serious. "What werks fer me specifically, won't werk fer ya. I wished it did. I'd slap an 'X' buckle on ya n' call it good," Logan sighs knowing it's not a quick fix. \<br\>\<br\> "Sorry he ain't there. Want me to stab him?" Logan asks, the levity picking up in his voice. Just a simple question. \<br\>\<br\> "I wouldn't call her lucky," Logan admits. "I'm the lucky one. She's. . .I don't know. She's gotta put up wit' me," he admits and shakes his head a little bit. "I got sick of lovin' someone that woulda never loved me back. I respect her, but I needed to let go 'cause nothin' woulda come from it," his own voice dips low. Speaking with the same gravity Elektra used just moments ago. "Kinda makes ya feel like someone's dirty secret or 'What if.' I deserve better. So did she. Not fair fer her to wonder why I feel what I feel," he says and looks at her. "Maybe that's what ya gotta do wit' Matt. Or maybe ya shoulda done the other thing I thoughtta doin'. Metaphorically smack em' over the head wit' how ya feel," he says.

Elektra has posed:\<br\>Elektra peers at him intently, straightening from the tree as she listens to his every word, for there are words of wisdom to glean from one whom she thought was all action and no thought.\<br\>\<br\>She smiles at the thought. "Logan...You're a lot deeper than I ever gave you credit for. I'm seeing a whole different side if you today..And you got a special girl, good for you. To put up with someone like you, she must have a lot of patience.." she winks playfully at him.\<br\>\<br\>As for herself, she rubs her chin thoughtfully, considering that. "Mm, a cause to fight for..I thought I knew my purpose, I took joy in killing, it gave me a rush...Until I nearly destroyed everyone and everything I loved. I sought peace and to atone for myself by sacrificing myself in a holy war but.." she sighs.\<br\>\<br\>"Youre right, I need a new cause to fight for..Some way of winning him back again, winning his trust, and perhaps his love and acceptance too.."

Wolverine has posed:\<br\> "Trust me. Ya can't force someone to love you. What ya gotta be is someone worthy of that love. Even if it don't come to ya," Logan looks at her and his voice is full of an understanding. "If there's anything I can do to help ya get there, ask. And if he don't pick ya, his loss. But ya can't force em'," he says honestly again .Then he will move to her and put a hand on her shoulder. A gesture of comfort.

Elektra has posed:\<br\>Elektra frowns, nodding in understanding. "Oh I know, we've had our ups and downs over the years, I think he never truly trusted me because of my ruthless ways.But, I want to change, for his sake, I just...I don't know where to start, honestly.."\<br\>\<br\>She stiffens a bit at the touch but doesn't pull away. She's always been tense, Always has her guard up. "I think I need to find something new I can be passionate about, maybe give being a hero a try.." she laughs, "Seems crazy, but it's better than being used as a weapon again, or having all this blood on my hands.. The nightmares never really end.."

Wolverine has posed:\<br\> "Change fer yerself. Not due to him. Ask yerself 'Who do ya wanna be?'" Logan says as he is trying to give Elektra some new focus. Those ocean blue eyes drinking her in. \<br\>\<br\> "The nightmares end, but ya gotta give it time. N' sometimes they come back," he lets out a sigh. Memories of his own nightmares coming back. Pushing them away foro a moment, those ocean blues look back to Elektra. "Tell me somethin' good ya've been workin' on?" he asks.

Elektra has posed:\<br\>Elektra nods and smiles, "Yeah, for my own sake, for my own future. Trying to win back Matt's trust is just a part of the bigger picture. if I can't get people to trust me, to trust I've changed, then what's the point?"\<br\>\<br\>She smiles at the last part. "I actually I got a job I'm working on, trying to find some missing kid who could be involved in something bigger. From what I've learned so far, I suspect he may be involved in some sort of gang, possibly the Hand, possibly something bigger..I promised his parents I would find him, bring him home safely.."

Wolverine has posed:\<br\> "What's the kid's story?" Logan asks. Ocean blue taking her in. Usually when children are involved something means the fish is bigger. Those eyes looking over every aspect of the woman. Trying to figure out if there is something more. "If ya need ehlp, ask fer it." This is being open and honest about that. He would help.

Elektra has posed:\<br\>Elektra shrugs. "Oh you know how it goes, troubled teen, getting in trouble with the law, aggressive, talented but violent, been visiting a secret underground fight club, possibly attracted the wrong people, went missing a few days ago." \<br\>\<br\>She nods, "I don't usually do search and rescue missions but figured it'd be a good step in the right direction.." she smiles and nods. "I appreciate it. If my trail turns up cold, could use your tracking abilities."