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Post by Melanie on Aug 25, 2006 16:17:30 GMT -5
Aidan had finally gone outside and had seen Charlie. Now he led the pretty paint mare slowly to the arena, having to keep the steady pace because of his leg. He would ride her, but his ribs were still healing and everything was still sore. So it wouldn't be smart. He took a deep breath and led her through, then closed the gate behind them. He stayed at one end of the ring, just in case anyone else wanted to come in. He stood in the middle of their small circle and fed her more lounge line. Asking her for a trot, he saw her toss her head and move forward happily, glad to be working once more. But she wanted Aidan to ride her. Sighing he looked down and then asked her for a walk. He would just sit on her...it wouldn't hurt. He folded up the lounge line and led her to the fence. Lining her up next to it, he climbed up, ignoring the twinges of pain. He slid his right leg over her back and steadied himself, asking her to move forward at a steady walk. She tried her ebst not to jounce him, and soon he was riding as comfortably as possible. |
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Post by X.Sadistic_~_Samurai.X on Aug 25, 2006 16:21:02 GMT -5
Josh leaned on the gate, watching Aidan ride Charlie around the ring. The mare looked happy and excited. It was a grand thing to see Aidan outside again. It made the world seem like a better place. But, not always. But Josh pushed the creeping, foul though out of his mind and sat on the fence, watching still to make sure they were fine. Charlie wouldn't spook at his presense. She knew him from foalhood.
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Post by Melanie on Aug 25, 2006 16:26:10 GMT -5
Aidan took a deep breath and patted her neck easily. When she looked over to the rial, he followed her gaze and felt instantly guilty as Josh sat there. He halted her gently and leaned forward, hiding the grimace from his face. He landed, but on his left leg, with his right slightly up in the air to take weight off of his leg. He patted her neck once more and led her over.Sorry Josh...it just seemed like she wanted me to ride her..and I wanted to ride her... He explained hurriedly, afraid that he was going to yell at him. |
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Post by X.Sadistic_~_Samurai.X on Aug 25, 2006 16:28:40 GMT -5
Josh grinned at him.Thats ok. I understand. My folks had to tie me up when I got hurt to keep me from riding, he said, hopping off the gate.So, how are you doin' bud? His face was concerned about Aidan but he tried to hide it.
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Post by Melanie on Aug 25, 2006 16:31:05 GMT -5
He smiled a little at Josh's words, glad that he wasn't making a big deal out of it. It was better for him. Taking a deep breath to relax himself, he exhaled slightly and then looked up as Josh questioned him.I'm alright... He said somewhat hoenstly. He was still jumpy about every little noise that surprised him, and he was still wary about being outside, and it seemed as if he wasn't healing fast enough, but other then that he was okay. He sighed softly and felt Charlie nudge his shoulder, as if she knew he wasn't telling the truth. He laid his hand on her neck, waiting for Josh's next words. |
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Post by X.Sadistic_~_Samurai.X on Aug 25, 2006 16:34:49 GMT -5
Josh cracked his neck and observed Aidan, pulling a letter out of his back pocket.Here is some good news for ya. Its from the judge in Sing Sing, he said and cleared his throat before reading,The young boy, Aidan(his last name) is now under the protection and gaurdian ship of Sam Tupa. If something is to happen to Sam Tupa or she is unable to do her duty, the gaurdian ship and protectiance will be moved to Josh Tupa. At teh bottom of teh letter was the lady judge's signature and clearnace from teh state.Soem good news huh bud?
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Post by Melanie on Aug 25, 2006 16:57:39 GMT -5
When he heard the words, he instantly froze. Sing Sing was where his dad was. Taking a deep breath, he listened quietly, not breathign throughout the whole thing. BUt when Josh finished, he stared up at him in surprise and shock. Was it real? He looked over at that paper, exhaling slowly. Could it be happening? Could he finally have a home with people who care about him? Without thinking, he moved forward and hugged Josh thankfully, stifling back his tears to the best of his ability. Pulling away, his eyes were shining with a brand new emotion...happiness. He stepped back a bit, not sure what Josh would think.Sorry...Thank you. He finished, looking up at the man that he had come to admire and repsect. |
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Post by X.Sadistic_~_Samurai.X on Aug 25, 2006 16:59:29 GMT -5
Josh looked at him with a raised eyebrow and finally cracked a smile.You midget, he said gruffly and ruffled his hair. It was too tidy.Since you are under the gaurdian ship of the Tupas, there are some things we need settled or the government will be after us, he said, putting his hand to his heart as if it would be terrible if the government came.
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Post by Melanie on Aug 25, 2006 17:01:36 GMT -5
Hearing the nickname, he laughed slightly, surprising himself. He hadn't laughed for as long as he could remember. Looking up as Josh spoke, he swallowed deeply, wondering what it was about. Seeing the hand on his heart, he grinned slightly, knowing he was over reacting about some things. But it was still important. When Charlie nudged him, he spoke to her soothingly, and she calmed right down, lowering her head a bit and closing her eyes halfway. She snorted and then stood quietly. He looked back to Josh.Okay? |
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Post by X.Sadistic_~_Samurai.X on Aug 26, 2006 14:40:05 GMT -5
His eyes were serious as soon as Aidan said Okay.You are gonna have to go to school Hey, I had to too. We would home school ya but you need to meet kids your age, do some sports, have fun, he said.Learn what homeowork and detention are. He grinned evilly. In school, he was always in detention but it was fine with him and his family as long as he got good grades.
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Post by Melanie on Aug 26, 2006 14:46:50 GMT -5
As Josh spoke, he shook his head immediately, but he knew he had no choice in the matter. He opened his mouth to argue, but what was the point. When he grinned and nodded, not looking at the older man. He didn't want to go..not at all. He hadn't been in the last three years, but he was just as smart as kids his age, maybe even smarter. He was just afraid...afraid that they would ask him about his parents and where he came from. He looked up at Josh, his eyes filled with that familiar fear.I can't...I've tried going near people...but I just can't.. He admitted softly, looking down in embarrassment. WHen he didn't know them, he always thought they were going to hurt him for doing something they didn't like. |
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Post by X.Sadistic_~_Samurai.X on Aug 26, 2006 14:49:58 GMT -5
Josh looked at Aidan and gave him a noogie.Buddy, you gotta. Or Sam and I will get in deep shit with the man, he said.Besides, maybe you can find a girlfriend your age or something. He winked at him, a smile on hi sface.
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Post by Melanie on Aug 26, 2006 14:56:56 GMT -5
He looked down at Josh's words, swallowing over the lump in his throat. He wanted Josh to understand. He was scared to step foot into that school. He tried smiling at Josh's words, but nothing came. he sighed softly and then replied.What if they ask me about my parents? Or where I come from? I don't want to tell them the truth... He said hoenstly and looked up at the man. He had scurried away from the noogie, but Josh had gotten him anyway. He smoothed his hair back in place absentmindedly with one hand. |
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Post by X.Sadistic_~_Samurai.X on Aug 26, 2006 14:59:24 GMT -5
That made Josh think.Hmmm.. Just tell them you live at Green Creek Ranch adn taht all they need to know. Kids can have secrects, he said.I never told my friends my mom was nuts and my dad was scared of her. His expression was not of one of a joker when he said tht.
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Post by Melanie on Aug 26, 2006 15:01:55 GMT -5
He listened quietly and nodded. But that still didn't make him feel better. What if they asked him why? Or they wanted to know more? He sighed softly and looked up at Josh in surprise when he spoke about his parents. It couldn't be...could it? But he looked absolutely serious.I'm sorry Josh... He didn't dare tell him his brithday was in another week. They had done plenty for him, and turning fifteen wasn't that big of a deal really. So he'd keep it to himself...since there was no way they could know..maybe. He looked up at Josh, glad that he was finally talkign to him. |
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