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Post by pharaohsangel on Feb 18, 2017 3:10:12 GMT
Angela bit her lip. "Well...I-I need your advice, on something. You see..." She then Yugi about what had been going on between her and Atem. Keeping it short. "...And I don't really know what to say or do because I don't want him to get upset with me. When he told me he wanted to change his diet...I wasn't sure about it at first, but after thinking it over I decided it was fine. I even secretly looked up recipes based on that to make a meal for him as a Christmas gift...but now..." She stopped to take a breath, to calm down before she lost it. "Yugi; I'm sorry to burden you with this...but you know Atem better than anybody. I-I don't know what to do."
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Post by LadyKeren on Feb 18, 2017 13:34:15 GMT
Yugi's frown deepened, more at the diet change since Atem had believed several of the spiky-haired teen's favorites were fine, even after regaining his own memories so he no longer considered himself a more confident version of him..also because he knew of the former pharaoh's reserved nature, but not quite on the level of cold. "Hmmm..it does seem kind of odd, but I do know it's not always easy for him to share his innermost feelings and Lord knows how much I've had to prod him to get him to spill it, although he does not care to be forced into admitting things sooner than he planned when he intended to in the first place.It's no trouble at all. I can tell you when someone makes him feel uncomfortable or offended, he distances himself. Did you two happened to have a misunderstanding at any point? Also, how extensive is the diet change? Is it something truly alarming?"
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Post by pharaohsangel on Feb 18, 2017 16:59:56 GMT
Angela thought a minute. "Well, sometime ago we went to get supplies and he got some Vegan Ramen. He said he wanted to try it, so I didn't pry. But then two days ago I saw some Grocery Bags that I didn't remember seeing and I asked him about them. He got a pained expression on his face and told me he wanted to change his diet. I won't lie, Yugi...I was a bit worried. Last time he tried he ended up feeling sick; and I now he wants to do it again." She took a breath. "I worry that he'll get truly ill, but I know I shouldn't. I just...I love him so much."
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Post by LadyKeren on Feb 18, 2017 18:48:35 GMT
Yugi felt slightly numb at hearing Atem feeling sick, though it was news to him. 'No wonder she's upset.' It also reminded him of how he hadn't had a good talk with him in a little while. Perhaps I need to so I can see what's up.' He drew in a breath. "I don't know how he changed it the first time, but I know that only happens when the person practically deprives themself or because they do it too quickly when their body is already used to the former way. I trust that the vegan dishes are nutritious and as long as he is doing well to have enough of the substitutes it is not dangerous.As for how distant he has become, I'd say leave him be for now and do some reflecting of your own if you need to, then set aside some time to have a heart to heart. That way you two can clear the air and he can tell you if anything is bothering him. Just be careful not to ambush him into it..he hates that."
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Post by pharaohsangel on Feb 18, 2017 19:06:33 GMT
"Exactly what I thought when he told me the first time." Angela said, before adding, "According to him they are, but I noticed that when we were eating today he was eating slowly. I didn't say anything, cause I didn't want to upset or provoke him...but it did worry me." She gave a small smile. "I will give him some space, as you say. And after awhile, we'll talk. Thanks for the advice, Yugi. I-I really appreciate it."
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Post by LadyKeren on Feb 18, 2017 22:33:30 GMT
"The pleasure is all mine. I'm happy to help. I'm sorry this is causing you so much distress, but I'd be worried, too," said Yugi warmly. "I hope all works out. I don't want you guys' relationship to fall apart."
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Post by pharaohsangel on Feb 18, 2017 23:32:37 GMT
"Same here, Yugi. And thanks again, hope to talk to you soon." Angela said, before hanging up. She felt better after talking with Yugi, and decided to head to her room to go to bed. "Hopefully all will be straightened out."
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Post by LadyKeren on Feb 19, 2017 1:33:02 GMT
Yugi hung up, making a mental note to talk to Atem the next day. ' I hope he's doing all right.'
Meanwhile, Atem was already ready for bed. He frowned at the slight fatigue he felt, considering he didn't do any work that day. 'Perhaps I'll feel better after getting rest. ' It was a relief to him that it looked like he would sleep well despite the nap. He moved the book off the bed, resting it on the nightstand. He then crawled beneath the covers and laid his head on the pillow, falling asleep several minutes later.
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Post by pharaohsangel on Feb 19, 2017 1:42:54 GMT
Angela brushed out her hair, before braiding it and crawling into bed. Roxy joined her and curled up beside the young woman...on such a chilly night, the extra warmth was welcomed. Angela scratched the German Shepard behind the ears. "I'll do what Yugi says...I'll wait for Atem to either break the ice, or choose the right moment for me too." A small smile graced her face. "I should do something, to thank him." She closed her eyes and fell asleep.
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Post by LadyKeren on Feb 19, 2017 2:18:10 GMT
The heater did well to keep Atem's room semi-warm, and the chill helped him to sleep well, too. He had brief moments were he thought of Angela and how he would have to confront the unaddressed issues that made him so standoffish with her, but they didn't disturb his sleep too much.
Next morning, when Atem's alarm rang, he turned on the snooze button as he was sleeping in as planned.
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Post by pharaohsangel on Feb 19, 2017 2:56:39 GMT
Angela got up and chuckled at seeing Roxy still snoring away. After giving the dog a pat and kiss on the head, she got up and put on some slippers and a thick robe before heading to the kitchen. Her Godfather was already making coffee on the stove and reading a book; as the newspaper wouldn't be delivered until the storm was done. The stove didn't run on electricity, so they could use it to cook or heat water.
"Top of the Mornin', Fairy Queen." He said, looking up. "The lad sleeping in?"
"Yes." She took out a pot and the Cream of Wheat, before starting to make it. "Do you know if the storm's going ease up?"
"Sometime tomorrow. But the worst was yesterday; with the hail and such."
"Good that it'll stop tomorrow. But it'll take days to dig out the cars and the front porch."
"Oh, aye. That it will." Dr. John said, chuckling.
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Post by LadyKeren on Feb 23, 2017 20:33:35 GMT
Ten minutes later, the alarm sounded again and Atem reached for the phone, shutting it off.He climbed out of bed, stretching his limbs a bit before grabbing his bathrobe and heading into the bathroom to freshen up. Although a good night's rest took care of the fatigue somewhat, there was still a fair amount. He frowned. 'Hmmm..don't know what's causing it but I'll have to camouflage it in some way..don't wish to cause any suspicion.'
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Post by pharaohsangel on Feb 24, 2017 2:28:45 GMT
Angela flipped through the salad recipes, to decide on which to make when the power came back. She had found one which included pears, small oranges and cranberries that Atem might like.
She had a bite of her Cream of Wheat with brown sugar, before looking down when Arabella rubbed against her legs. "Morning, sweetheart."
The cat purred, and headed over to her bowl when Dr. John filled it. Angela had to giggle at the thought of Roxy, when she woke up. "That dog must have two stomachs..." She then thought of the talk with Yugi, she had last night. The young woman mentally slapped both cheeks, "Stop it! It won't do any good to worry about it...give him some space like Yugi said. If he doesn't break the ice in a couple of days, then we'll sit and have a 'heart to heart'."
"I was thinking of gettin' out the ol' chess set, today." Dr. John said. "Thought we could play as the power's still out."
"That's a great idea, Godpa." Angela said, grateful for the distraction. "We haven't played in a while. I think I'll beat you this time."
He laughed. "Fightin' words, lass! I'll get it out once I dress for the day."
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Post by LadyKeren on Apr 19, 2017 0:36:27 GMT
Atem had finished his shower and was now dressing in his sweatsuit..he knew he would have to talk to Angela sooner or later. The last thing he wanted was for Dr. John to intervene. 'I also hoped I had made it clear that I have preparations of my vegan meals under control and there is no need for her to go out of her way..just no trickery.' He sat on the bed, pulled on his socks and stepped into his shoes before exiting his room to make his way to the kitchen. "Good morning." He spoke politely but still fairly controlled.
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Post by pharaohsangel on Apr 19, 2017 1:38:39 GMT
Angela turned from the dishes she was about to wash, and gave him a smile, "Good morning. Did you sleep well last night? The wind was howling quite fierce..." A part of her was worried he might've been still annoyed with her; so she decided to let him bring it up.
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