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Post by ebonyviper on Feb 19, 2007 0:47:32 GMT -5
(((((OOC: Okay, I'm creating this thread just for the sake of having that banquet... since the previous thread is running down again... This will free up a lot of peoples' characters... also, time jump to a couple of days later...)))))
Sapphire's trailer finally arrived at the Bristol Motor Speedway. Her driver parked it in its designated spot and the cobalt racer disembarked from the back and down the ramp. She remembered being at Bristol before, but that was when Chick crashed her. She shuddered a bit as her tires touched the concrete. She'd never forget that day, ever...
But there was going to be a banquet held today. Everyone was invited, including her... This was supposed to be a happier time...
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At first, Ebony was a little reluctant to go, but with gentle persuasion from Slaytor, she built up the nerve. The police weren't as cold and brutal here as they were at Miami, and with her Mustang there with her, she felt a bit more comfortable of entering Bristol, Tennessee. She still had her twins with her and she thought that she could not take another road journey with or without them. So she went by other means... by one of the helos that she knew well, that is...
Besides, there was this banquet being held and she thought that she might be able to attend... if she was well enough by that time...
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Post by Reiji Neko Mitsukai on Feb 19, 2007 1:51:49 GMT -5
Anastasia shifted a bit as her trailer slowed to a stop. The trip had been a long one, and she was eager to get out and stretch her axils. They had finally arrived in Bristol, where the next race and the banquet was going to be held. She had called Richard earlier and told him about Eddie, and he had said that would be fine. She wondered if the Toyota had arrived yet...
"HAHA! 'Ey Annie- Wait 'till y' see who's out 'ere!"
Curious, she pressed the switch that would lower her door. She was very surprised- and delighted- to see the pearl-gray four door Pontiac waiting for her with a smile.
She gasped. "Ricki?!" Practically zipping down the open door, she practically screeched to a halt before the other car and nuzzled him. "I thought you were going to stay in HQ!" She backed up a bit.
"Yeah. Well, Mr. Peterson saw how crazy things were getting, and he figured it would be best if I come and make sure everything goes okay for the team," he explained as she pulled up beside him.
"So, how long are you going to be here? Until the end of the race?"
"Actually, until further notice. I'm supposed to make sure everything's being done to keep the racers safe- including yourself." He nudged her with a tire.
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Post by fierano on Feb 19, 2007 7:20:18 GMT -5
((Ahurm, Bristol Motor Speedway = Motor Speedway of the South. I just said Bristol so you knew what part of the country it was. =p Djen kuje.)) A green truck and trailer emblazoned proudly with htB and #86 logos entered the gargantuan tribute to motorsport that was the Motor Speedway of the South. The driver was looking quite pleased with himself, especially since he was towing prize cargo. And he had to be, given the disaster for Team htB that was their opening race, the higher-ups were desperate to rebuild their reputation as actual contenders. Which could only mean that the trailer was carrying none other than Chick Hicks, and he would be none too pleased to see his competition after what they did to him. He was - somehow - looking forward to seeing another foreign "friend" he'd made in the last race... === The car that Anastasia had really been waiting was on his way to the stadium by himself, all the way from neighboring Kentucky. It wasn't much of a trip, though Eddie Kuramoto did have to be quite wary of the people at the gas stations he had to refuel at, especially as he got closer and closer to the stadium that represented the heart of the Piston Cup. Over the past few days - with the burden of racing eased off him now that Chick Hicks was released from the hospital, he was able to get more sleep than usual, though many of his dreams still involved Anastasia suffering rather nasty fates at the hands of others. He was invited to a banquet for all Piston Cup drivers, though he was really only looking forward to spending time with one particular guest. It was the prospect of meeting her again that kept him awake throughout the journey. ((Glimmer coming soon. ))
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Post by Kamui.EXE on Feb 19, 2007 7:52:07 GMT -5
Kamui had made the trip not by air but on the ground. She finally made it to Bristol with Slick and so far, they didn't see the demon around either. But they also didn't see Glimmer around either. But they did see Chick. Kamui was already out of her trailer. She had the time to recover and get some rest.
She saw Chick and grumbled.
"Aw scrap.... he's back...." she muttered.
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Post by fierano on Feb 19, 2007 8:30:23 GMT -5
Chick grinned as he exited his sorta-brand-new trailer. It was a mischievous, sadistic grin that he decided to give to each of his competitors. "Hey! Did you miss me?" he declared... "I hope my replacement didn't cause you too much trouble." ((Going to watch Amazing Race: All-Stars. Be back in a bit. ))
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Post by Kamui.EXE on Feb 19, 2007 8:56:42 GMT -5
Trouble like you wouldn't believe, El Chicko.... Kamui thought sourly.
"Well.... looks like El Chicko's back. Hmm.... he looks a little green to me! Maybe he should have stayed in the hospital longer!" said Kamui with a hint of a growl.
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Post by fierano on Feb 19, 2007 9:07:50 GMT -5
"Please, don't be angry, it'll only hurt more when I finish my recovery on track!" Chick taunted Kamui before laughing. "And you wouldn't want to get yourself in more trouble if you try to put a poor, injured racer out of his misery in front of all these people?"
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Glimmer sighed as Barnes transported him from the nearby facility. He felt a little stiff after being in containment that long, but he had gotten quite a few things done - even in his own mind - laying out plans for the near future. He'd have to make up with Kamui and he planned for that to happen at the banquet. The mysterious package that had appeared in his dream didn't seem to hold as much importance, at least not immediately.
As for racing plans, winning was still his top priority. Along with apologizing he reiterated to himself that he would still have to beat Kamui in a proper race - let alone the championship - with good sportsmanship for them to be truly "even."
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Post by elizar on Feb 19, 2007 9:36:59 GMT -5
Joltsen was far happier than he had been for the last few days as he entered the housing for the banquet. It was calm, happier time, a chance to talk to some of the racers, maybe be able to get few secrets from them. There were also sponsors there, and if Joltsen could play it right, he could leave the banquet knowing that his next paycheck could be bit bigger, or maybe have a promish of an adverticement job. For him, the banquet was a social gathering with loads of job oppertunities. But now, he would be happy if he could show everyone there that the events from the raceday had done no damage to him.
"I didn't realize that the race was today." Joltsen said as he passed Kamui and Chick. He had overheard the exchange of words. He would have given Kamui a warning about not letting Chick get to her, but if he were to say it in front of Chick, it would only encourage him to continue. "I think this event would be quite enjoyable if the security won't have to break it up between two racecars."
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Post by ebonyviper on Feb 19, 2007 10:19:56 GMT -5
(((((OOC: Well, I didn't know and this is actually the first time I started following NASCAR... I never knew it existed before... nor did I have any interest before going to watch Cars...)))))
Sapphire started to move among the guests that were soon arriving at the banquet and received a few congratulations from some of them for winning her first Piston Cup. She was truelly following her father's tiretreads and was going to keep the legend alive. With all of these fans to support her, Sapphire was pleased and a little bit overwhelmed. Sometimes, it would get a little bit too much for her and she would have to retreat.
There was one man that she knew would help her cope and she went looking for Kitt StreamLiner...
(((((OOC: What if there was some fans that had bet against Sapphire winning the Piston Cup and were disappointed when she did? What if they tried to sabotage her...?)))))
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Ebony stayed apart from the group that was gathering for the banquet as she was not really keen on socializing. She stayed with her twins at the far end of the field... and trying to keep a low profile...
She was still trying to get over her ordeal at Miami and wasn't coping too well with the aftermath. It had helped with Slaytor there with her and she was glad that he was able to get her name cleared with just subtle persuasion. The Mustang sat with her now, not wanting to leave her side for any reason at the moment.
(((((OOC: Okay, for anyone who doesn't know, Slaytor is Zed57's character, but I'm puppeting him for now in this RP...)))))
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Post by fierano on Feb 19, 2007 10:37:36 GMT -5
((Where IS the banquet anyway? XD I thought it would be at the Weathers mansion...))
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Post by ebonyviper on Feb 19, 2007 10:43:19 GMT -5
(((((OOC: Oh... uh, not really sure... There was kinda of an idea floating around that the Weathers lived where the Petty's live... Can't remember who had that idea, though... probably Evangeline...)))))
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Post by fierano on Feb 19, 2007 10:59:09 GMT -5
((Ah. X.=.x Anyways, I sleep now. :3 Nighty.
EDIT: Oh, and as for fans betting against her winning the Piston Cup, maybe Red, Mike and Rafey might be a part of that if they aren't so focused on Anastasia and Eddie. >.=.>))
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Post by Kamui.EXE on Feb 19, 2007 11:16:20 GMT -5
"Actually, no. I don't see what the trouble would be. Actually, I think I'd be a hero to a whole bunch of people," said Kamui.
She then caught what Joltsen had said.
"What? I was only having a little fun!" said Kamui.
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El Bandito yawned.
<<At lea'zt we be sortin' stuffz out, lad. Now when yeh tal'k ta Kamui, be polit'e. But hmmm.... I kin not hel' but ta think I'v fergett'n sumthin'....>> said El Bandito.
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Post by ebonyviper on Feb 19, 2007 11:22:14 GMT -5
(((((OOC: Guess I'll have to wait for Evangeline, like always.... I'm stuck without her... and my characters are practically dependent on hers... I can't do anything now... This is getting repetative...)))))
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Post by Kamui.EXE on Feb 19, 2007 11:46:02 GMT -5
(OOC: Hmm.... Well.... has Sapphire met Nightshade yet?)
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