Another Drabble
It takes place around two years after Aequitas was originally formed.
The sharp pain shooting through your body was decidedly not worth the battle it came from. Although, you suppose flopping backwards onto the center of the couch after getting your ass kicked was probably not your best idea. You can already hear Alex's scolding that was bound to come sooner or later.
"You need to take better care of yourself. The medbay should be your first stop after any mission."
Or something mature and guilt-inducing like that. Alex always had a way of making you feel disappointed in yourself for your lack of self-care. At least you were confident in the fact that your other teammates were getting the exact same treatment. There was a reason she was considered the big sister of the team after all...and a reason most people assumed that she was the leader. Honestly, it could be-
Your thought process is interrupted by another body flopping down onto the couch next to you. You don't even have to look to know who it is lounging beside you.
"God, I'm never fighting Biomaster again. If I have to fight one more of his stupid little mud minions I swear I am going to-"
"Did you seriously eat all of the leftovers?! Other people use this fucking base too, moron."
"I get hungry after missions- you know that!"
"I know that I'm going to kick your ass so hard that you finally learn to control your bottomless pit of a stomach-"
You keep your eyes closed, trying to block out the ensuing argument between your two teammates. Dealing with Jasper and Rowan's bickering was the last thing you wanted to do. Luckily, the universe seems to take some pity on you because the two are interrupted by a familiar voice.
"Guys, please don't fight- I was planning on making something anyways. I think we still have the stuff to make that casserole I wanted to try..."
Zoe's words seem to pacify the two boys because all that can be heard when she goes to rummage through the kitchen is grumbling. You feel another person flop onto the couch next to you. It seems that Rowan wasn't too mad about the missing leftovers. You doubt he would've been willing to sit on the same couch as Jasper otherwise.
"Are you alright, MC?"
You slowly open your eyes to gaze up at Alex. Her face was as gentle and reassuring as always but you could see the genuine concern in her eyes. She was out of her armor and back in civilian clothing. You glance around and notice the rest of your teammates had changed as well. How long had you been lying here for?
"You good, dude?"
Jasper's voice snaps you out of your thoughts. You hadn't answered Alex's question which seemed to concern the rest of your teammates if Zoe popping out of the kitchen and Rowan's subtle glances were anything to go by.
You give an exhausted nod which seems to soothe most of your teammates worries. You suppose that they understood the exhaustion that came with missions like these.
"If you guys could live anywhere, where would you pick?"
Jasper's question manages to grab everyone's attention. Alex looks at him with a polite yet obviously confused expression and you can see Rowan scoff and roll his eyes.
"What are you rambling about now?"
"I'm not rambling. I was just asking a question. God, why do you have to be such a di-"
"I think it would be nice to live in a neighborhood- like the ones you see on TV! I know it probably sounds boring to you all but..."
The longing in Zoe's expression and voice was evident. You suppose you could understand how something so mundane would be interesting to someone like her. Alex seems to agree as a warm smile graces her lips.
"That sounds wonderful, Zoe. Living in a community like that can definitely be fulfilling."
Alex's words brings a wide grin to Zoe's face. Although, if you know anything about her second in command that was probably her goal.
"What about the rest of you? Where would you live?"
Alex hums thoughtfully for a moment before nodding her head as if coming to some agreement with herself.
"I think I would like to live in a cottage somewhere. Being around nature is incredibly relaxing..."
"That's a good one! Can't say I expected anything different from you though, Alex."
Alex let's out a flattered laugh at Jasper's words. Before she can thank him however, she is interrupted by a gruff voice.
"...it would be kinda badass to live in the Alps or something."
"...of course, a recluse like you would want to live in the mountains-"
"What the hell is that supposed to mean?"
"It means that-"
"I would live on the inside of a star."
Your words cut through the ensuing argument. Most of your teammates stare at you with a mixture of confusion and surprise. After a few moments of awkward silence, Rowan sighs.
"Alright, I'll fucking bite. Why would you live in a star?"
You tilt your head at his question. Eventually, you hesitantly answer.
"It's warm. It's also beautiful. Its light shines down and brings hope to others."
You glance at your teammates around you. There was clear fondness in their eyes as they look at you.
"I guess I would choose a space station then. One super close to your star. That way we could always visit without having to pay a fortune."
Jasper's words cause a few chuckles and laughs from your teammates. But you can read the concern in his eyes.
Don't go where we can't reach you.
