KEEP IT SIMPLE — IPLIER FAMILY MONTHY MEETING 8/11 [p]

*:･ﾟ✦ Blue appeared, shouldering through the bushes with a cross creaking sound from one of his legs as it got stuck. After freeing himself, he turned his attention to Darkvisions, narrowing his eyes briefly before moving to settle down nearby. He stayed at a sort-of distance, as he always seemed to do, regarding Darkvisions calmly. After determining his family member was physically well, he decided to try (and most like fail) and start a conversation.

"Have you been well lately, Dark?" His tone was somewhat hushed, but he was loud enough to be heard. His ears remained lifted, his posture relaxed. These meetings were never his favorite, traveling now that he was trying to be an active member in a clan wasn't easy, but he of course made the time. He was all about being punctual, the lateness of these meetings was beginning to agitate him. He would say nothing on it, though. No need to start a fight over something... Trivial.

"Speech."

Yet again, a certain young lady had trotted into the clearing with her attitude being much less peppy than it had been upon her first visit last month. Dark brown eyes laid wearily upon her glitchy uncle a scar she plopped down onto the ground below them, sitting somewhat close to Blue. " Hello, Uncle Dark. Blue. I, um, missed you guys. " Well, she had missed Blue at least, though the same could not be said for the grey canine before her and it only made the girl more uncomfortable thinking about what had happened not too long ago. " Riverclan is alright, but I wouldn't really know. My mother has been keeping me on a tight leash ever since I got captured and tortured by Shadowclan. It's a miracle aI was able to slip away. " It felt awkward, the way she had nonchalantly mentioned her capture and seemed almost unfazed by the whole ordeal despite there being a small, scarred claw marks against her cheek from the damage that had been dealt with.

Good, Spacepaw was here on time. Padding up to the two older males, he smiled up at them happily, dipping his head quickly before sitting down. "Hi Blue, Darkvisions! I'm glad I made it on time for the meeting, I was hoping I wasn't late! Got the notice a bit later than I expected." He admitted, more to himself. It was his own fault he hadn't gotten it in time due to his slight inactivity. Shaking his head however, he waited to hear Darkvisions's response quietly.

//ninja'd lmao

*:･ﾟ✦[Blue is a worried... uncle?]

Blue looked to Willow as she appeared, and immediately the soft glow of his unnatural eye heightened to a near-painful brightness. She'd been hurt, and she didn't seem as comfortable as before. Darkvisions had been involved, then? His thoughts were interrupted as she spoke, and he blinked. Missed? That was... Odd. Then she mentioned her torture, and Blue's growl was more audible than he would have wished. Reigning himself in, he softened the glow once more and turned his head to Willow.

"You healed well?" His worry wasn't quite clear cut, but a soft hint of concern sparked in the warm depths of his natural eye. He supposed until she was comfortable again he would take to putting himself between her and Dark. A guard, assuring her safety within the family was still possible.

He glanced briefly over to Spacepaw, but once he had assured himself the younger was fine his attention turned back to Willow.

"Speech."

Willow had squinted slightly at the bright light, a chuckle breaking her previous tension as she tried to adjust to the harsh light Blue had given off from his eye. " Hey Spacepaw, good to see you again! You doing' alright in Windclan? " She offered the male a warm smile and felt more at ease now that she had others here besides Mr. Dark and brooding himself. The pink-eared canine flinched at the sound of the cyborg's growl and looked up at him with affection to reassure that she was fine. " Yeah, my mom used her magic and my best fried used medical stuff. Hopefully, the scars will go away after a bit. I don't like to look at it. " Leaning over slightly, she give him a rather brief nuzzle in appreciation of his kindness towards her. It was obvious that Dark was a bit uncomfortable by this whole situation, though she was sure that he knew those actions held big consequences among the people around them and each other. At his update, a somewhat snarky comment would have been made if she had felt it was necessary and sadly, it was not. After his announcement, the fluffy canine would nod slowly with a slight smile hinted upon her maw as she thought of how wonderful a party would be! " I'll be busy this Friday through Sunday. I also have things that will be taking my time up and I won't be around much. "

*:･ﾟ✦ The cyborg watched with a hint of satisfaction as Dark stumbled, though only slightly, at the appearance of his niece. He better regret what he had done, and if he didn't now Blue would ensure he did later. The affection in Willow's expression caught Blue off guard, but as she explained how her mother and friend had treated her he seemed to relax. Then she nuzzled him.

It was brief, but the cyborg still tensed up as though he'd been slapped. Confusion sent his thoughts into a tizzy, and he blinked slowly at her. They had met... Once? Yet she treated him like he had watched her grow up. He found himself feeling oddly pleased, returning the gesture despite his slight delay. "I am glad to hear that." He murmured, turning his attention back to Dark. Wait- he had to organize the next event? Tapping a paw on the ground nervously at the thought, the cyborg found he wasn't too fond of that idea. Still, he knew that it was only fair he did such a thing. Family bonding or... Whatever.

"I will make an attempt to be around, and be timely about it. Unlike some people I prefer not to be late. If I am, I apologize. Properly apologize." He spoke calmly, but he was definitely giving Dark a look as he did. He was mostly sure he'd be able to attend the party, but one could never guarantee such things.

"Speech."