Decision time

[xp_daytripper]

Okay, this probably isn't going to matter a bit to most of you, given the recurring drama that is my life, but after fuck knows how many special reports on the news (and does anyone else agree with me and think Trish Trilby is a right tart?) on the Columbia memorial coming up on Monday, I've decided something.

I'm going.

I don't expect anyone else to, but I sort of think it's the sort of thing HeliX should be making a showing to, at least to let people know all mutants aren't the sort that kill. Because that's the attitude some of these news blorks are starting to project, this whole "this wouldn't have happened if there weren't any rights for mutants" attitude which reads straight from an FoH handbook if you ask me.

But yeah, seeing how I was there that day and all, I'm going. Not just because I think some mutants should, but because it's the only way I'm going to get any sleep this week. I have to show those bastards I'm not scared of them. To show them I'm not going to let them control how I do things, Monday or any other day.

Edit: There was one other part, which I didn't mention since I wasn't sure how certain people would take it, but now they know, I can tell you all. I'm not just going to be there, I'm actually getting up and speaking. Strange arranged it for me, and I've been working on my speech the last few days. One of the things I'm going to say is that I'm a mutant, because I can see this turning into a 'victims of the evil mutants' thing, and I want them to know that there were mutants involved on the getting hurt side of things as well.

If that makes anyone uncomfortable, or worried about safety, that's fine, I'll understand if you don't want to go along. I'm going to have Strange and at least one teacher watching over me, and if I know the Captain, there'll be others too. Besides, this thing will be televised and crawling with police and FBI and the like - I really doubt anyone's going to be stupid enough to cause trouble, not even the FoH wankers.

Comments

[x-skin.livejournal.com]

If you want moral support on the day, little sis, you know I'm there.

[xp_daytripper]

Thanks, big brother. That means a lot. And yeah, I'll need all the support I can get.

[x-kitten.livejournal.com]

I agree absolutely, (particularly about the Tilby woman, for God's sake. And did you see the latest editorial in the Bugle? I was so mad I wanted to set it on fire.) I'd like to join you, if I may?

[x-crowdofone.livejournal.com]

I thought she was okay when she came here to do that special, but now I guess she just goes where the story is. :p

And I guess I should've invited you to my little barbecue, eh?

Definitely on board with this, Amanda.

[x-kitten.livejournal.com]

I guess she just goes where the story is

-nod- It could very well just be she's doing what her bosses want, but at some point you have to want people to stand up and say "you know, that's wrong and I'm not doing/saying it."

And yes.

[x-forge.livejournal.com]

That's journalism for you. Ratings uber alles.

[x-kitten.livejournal.com]

It's 'über'.

[x-forge.livejournal.com]

SO not the language geek.

[x-crowdofone.livejournal.com]

Well, and looking back, it's not that she said anything that wasn't true. It was just, y'know, one-sided.

As opposed to the Bugle, which is so full of crap I'm surprised the ink isn't brown. I think I saw another copy in the den and, y'know, half a matchbook is just sad. Care to join me? :)

[x-kitten.livejournal.com]

Will be right there. Here's for firey catharsis.

Bet we could get John to make pretty pictures in the burning Bugle if we asked nicely.

[x-crowdofone.livejournal.com]

Definitely. If there's one thing I learned before I had to quit Scouts, it's how fun it is to set things on fire.

And maybe if you asked nicely. :)

[x-blink.livejournal.com]

I'm going. absolutely. if nothing else, obvious mutant support. and friendship

[x-cypher.livejournal.com]

Right behind you, Amanda. You're right, this is an important thing to do.

[x-forge.livejournal.com]

Wait, hold on, you were there?

That's a bit staggering. Do you mind if I come along?

[xp_daytripper]

*nods* My magic tutor is a professor there, and I've been going there every Saturday since March last year. Nate came to pick me up for lunch that day, and all hell broke loose. I got pretty banged up, but at least I made it. A lot of people didn't. Even tho' I tried to help.

Feel free to come along - after reading your post, I think we've got some ideas in common we could talk about. Like Brighton; remind me to tell you about that one day.

[x-cable.livejournal.com]

You're what?

You can't be serious.

I'm coming up to talk to you, right now.

[xp_daytripper]

*sighs* You know where to find me, Nate.

[x-foliate.livejournal.com]

I can't do death parties of any form, there you know my big-bad-secret, but know that I am here for you when you get home and that I think you're incredibly brave for doing what you are.

However, don't you dare ever say that something that matters to you doesn't matter to us again. It's not only insulting, it's hurtful.

[xp_daytripper]

Sorry, didn't mean it that way, it's just... well, how many big dramas have I been involved in since I got here? They don't call me "Trouble" for nothing. Enough that it feels a bit like a 'Amanda's in trouble, must be Tuesday' sort of thing. So if they all tend to blur into one for you lot, I wouldn't blame you.

Tea party when I get back? I think I'll be needing a good soothing cuppa.

[x-foliate.livejournal.com]

Shush your mouth. We only say things like that about Nathan and his medlab visits. Oh, I'm joking, quit that. It's behind his back, obviously. Oh god, I'm so getting things thrown at me very shortly.

Yes please. I'll have it ready.

[x-scarletwitch.livejournal.com]

Interesting. I think I will come along. Obviously, I was not here for this but the news did reach me when it happened. A presence would probably be a good thing all things considering.

[x-tarot.livejournal.com]

I will be there. This -is- far too important to overlook.

Hurray for pivotal moments in history. Columbia and this upcoming Monday.

[x-sanfuaiyaa.livejournal.com]

I think that I would like to attend as well. If for nothing else than to intimidate any protesters.

[xp_daytripper]

No violence, tho', Shiro. The last thing we need - any of us need - is for there to be stories on Monday's news about a riot at the memorial service involving mutants. Even if they start it, that's what the police are for, and Strange tells me the place is going to be crawling with them.

[x-sanfuaiyaa.livejournal.com]

Violence? Me? You must have me confused with someone else.

Seriously, though, I understand. I can be intimidating without making good on my threats.

[xp_daytripper]

*rolls eyes* Must have gotten you mixed up with someone else who loves to hit things with his powers. ;)

And good. I really don't want this to get ugly, especially considering the families of the people who got killed are going to be there. The last thing they need is posturing-with-powers.

[x-beast.livejournal.com]

I was planning to attend in any case... would you mind if I accompanied you, Amanda? And the rest of the group, naturally. If we're all going, we might as well all go together.

[xp_daytripper]

Sure, Doc. Apparently I need teacherly types making their presence felt along any way, and I'd appreciate it.

I'll be there for you as well.

[x-empath.livejournal.com]

You know that.

But I can't help feeling more than just your nerves and excitement and doubt over this.

Can you help me understand why I feel responsible? Like the whole thing was somehow my fault?


Manuel

Re: I'll be there for you as well.

[xp_daytripper]

Thanks, love.

Um, let me talk to Samson or the Prof about that? It's one of those big memories, and I'm not sure it should be me that tells you.

Re: I'll be there for you as well.

[xp_daytripper]

And it wasn't your fault. At all. You were the one who stopped them from taking Nate and probably me as well.