[Video to Connor, but guess who forgot to make it private]

[easy_a]

I know I owe you a lot of explanations. Mostly about the whole "no touching" thing.

I've been a proper bitch about it, but I'm just scared about too many people knowing. A lot of shit goes down whenever someone does touch me, so it's not exactly a pleasant topic. ...Actually, we never really talked about The Storm outside our little shithead group back in Wertham. Skeletons in the closet and all; guess old habits die hard.

Wot I'm trying to say is... you deserve to know.

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[Video]

[waywardboy]

[Connor, being not so great with the technology yet, doesn't think to lock this private, either. If Alisha didn't see fit to do so herself, it definitely won't occur to him.

He frowns when he opens the feed to respond, concerned.]

Okay. I'm listening. I'll listen to as much as you want to tell me.

[Video]

[easy_a]

I've wanted to tell you everything for a bit now, but... like I said. Lots of worries come along with it.

[That's... not something she was planning on vocalizing, but alright...]

I have this... power. More like a curse really. Whenever anyone touches me, they want to shag me. Doesn't matter wot's going on around them, if they already have someone, or anything else, they'll still try to. And I'm pretty sure it works on everything with a heartbeat no matter wot.

There. My "big reveal."

[Actually, that wasn't as hard as she thought it'd be. Huh. For the best, though.]

[Video]

[waywardboy]

[He listens intently, his expression one of concentration as he patiently waits for her to get out everything she intends to. He nods stiffly once she finishes, absorbing the information as best he can.]

Shag... you mean...

[Yeah, he's pretty sure he knows what that means. Especially after the mistletoe event.]

That's... scary. If it... if anyone ever touches you and tries anything, and you don't want them to, I'll stop them. That's not right. It's not like you told them they could. I'm guessing they don't stop, even if you tell them to.

[Video]

[easy_a]

[She gives a quick shake of her head.]

No, not unless contact is broken.

[Her tone takes on a bit of dark humor.] It gets better... they can't remember a thing about it was it is. To them, it's like it never happened.

Best part is it's not their fault; it's mine and this stupid power's. I'm the one that's messed up, not them, no matter wot they do. [Her eyes glisten a bit, but she swallows and tries to put on a brave face... at least until she realizes what she just said; that's not something she planned on admitting, not even to him. The expression on her face changes just enough to include some confusion and worry.]

[Video]

[waywardboy]

[He shakes his head immediately. No. She's not allowed to think that.]

It's not your fault! It's not. You don't choose to do it. You're responsible for your choices and your actions but you can't control what your power does. It's not your fault, Alisha. You don't mean to make these things happen. You wouldn't hurt anyone. Not like me. You're better than me.

[Video]

[easy_a]

...I really don't think the dead probation workers or the people I've touched would agree.

[Shit, she really didn't want to talk about the probation workers, why did she talk about the probation workers. Quickly:]Doesn't matter either way, though. It's still me, not them.

[His words, in entirety, have just settled in, though.] ...You didn't hurt them just for shits and giggles, right?

[Video]

[waywardboy]

[His expression is almost feral, predatory, like something has hit a switch within him.]

It's justice. Or survival. Only the things that deserve it. Never people. Vampires aren't people.

[ video ]

[reanimated]

[ AND GUESS WHOSE BIG UGLY MUG IS SUDDENLY ALL OVER YOUR SCREEN ALISHA ]

Why're you goin' around tellin' everyone bout your shit power? Who deserves to know? I'll cut their hands off, I will.

[ video ]

[easy_a]

[She's not sure whether she should be glad to finally see you again Nathan, or whether she should be pissed that your raining on her parade.]

It's my power, I can tell whoever the fuck I want. It's not like the probation worker is going to magically show up and hear.

[ video ]

[reanimated]

Alright, fair enough, but what I'm saying is it's probably not the best idea to go around advertising it cos there's some right perverts lurking around here, I mean worse than Barry, and y'know maybe I do actually worry that it'll get you hurt or some shit— Christ, no, shut up.

[ video ]

[easy_a]

You actually worry?

[More so, about her. That's actually a bit of a surprise, though a pleasant one. It proves he's not as much of a total dick as he seems.]

And I didn't mean to make this public. But I don't know too many people, so I have a feeling that there aren't going to be a lot of notice. They might just think I'm some weird Brit with my nob on backwards.

[ video ]

[reanimated]

[ Oh my god. He does NOT look happy to be saying these words. In fact, it looks like they're forcing their way out from between his teeth. ]

Not often! I've got better things to do. But I've told you how long I've been here without you lot, right? And I've seen the absolute worst of the fucked up shit this island can pull, so forgive me if I'm not exactly eager to see you on the receiving end of it. Auuuuuuugh, for fuck's sake. Don't tell anyone this, I've got a reputation to keep up. Though I don't really care about it as much anymore. OH, COME ON!

[ video ]

[easy_a]

[Nothing is going to stop that grin spreading across her face. Nothing.]

That's actually really sweet. Don't worry though; I won't tell anyone unless Kelly or Curtis shows. Not to be mean, but it's probably a lot easier for people to go about their say assuming you're just an annoying twat.

[text; actually private]

[weirdkid]

Stop. Alisha, why are you posting all this to the network?

[private text]

[easy_a]

...shit.

I thought this was only going to Connor.

Just. Fuck.

[private text]

[weirdkid]

He didn't.. are you alright?

[private text]

[easy_a]

Yeah, I'm fine, I guess. Fucking embarrassed and feeling like an ass, but okay.

...Thanks, by the way. For stepping in at the hotel. Least you got to have a bit of fun, yeah?

[private text]

[weirdkid]

It's happening to a lot of people today, but I don't know why.

No part of that was fun, but you're welcome. I'm glad I was there to help.

[private text]

[easy_a]

Then hopefully my video will go ignored.

You seemed to enjoy it just fine.

[coinmover]

You got your power from a storm?

[easy_a]

[No, deny everything, say you're high or drunk, Alisha.]

Yeah. Shit power, too. I don't recommend running around in bad lightning and hail storms.

[Fuck.]

[coinmover]

Intriguing. I'll have to ask Doppleganger about it sometime.

You're always welcome at Genosha Tower. No questions. No judgments. No need to hide who you are. We know to be cautious.

[easy_a]

[Nope, not going to say anymore, in too deep, not going to say anymo-]

I probably won't come by at all; I have enough bullshit to deal with as is. But in case I do, for wotever reason, please keep your hands to yourself. I'd rather not shag anyone over 30.

[GOD FUCKING DAMN IT.]

[coinmover]

Already spoken for. In fact, slightly overbooked. You've nothing to fear. Compared to Charles, i'm a model of restraint.

[easy_a]

Considering anything living that touches me goes mental, I think I have plenty to fear.

[Okay, it is far past time for her to say something she actually wants to say.]

...I really shouldn't have said any of that. I don't suppose there's a way to have you forget you heard it, yeah?