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[allinvein]

[It wasn't his original intention to simply disappear for so long. The move had, certainly, made John exceptionally busy, but the last few weeks had him avoiding the network for an entirely different reason--one that he didn't even really want to bring up to his friends. Still, trying to ignore the cause of his problems wasn't going to get him anywhere, which was why, with a heavy sigh, John was fishing out his phone and tapping his number into the device.

The video feed opens up with him looking a little sheepishly at the camera, a tired smile gracing his features. There's the slightest tremble to his hands, but he's quick to hide a jostling view by setting his phone down on the table. John clears his throat quietly and manages a tiny laugh.]

It's been a while, yeah? Sorry, I've... been a bit preoccupied.

[He scrubs a hand through his hair, not really sure where he's even going with this. For the briefest of moments, John considers letting the network know about his new, ah, condition, but he's quick to brush that aside, smiling much brighter this time.]

I moved. [The feed goes dark for a moment before John treats the network to a view of his new apartment, complete with stacks upon stacks of boxes.] Anthony's here, too.

[He goes quiet for a moment, trying to figure out what to say next.]

I've had a few people fill me in on a handful of things, but I suppose that's all on my end. Who's doing what nowadays, hm? [He grins.] And did anyone actually miss me?

[John's flattering himself now, but whatever. Anything to keep them from asking unbecoming questions, right?]

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[handwritten]

[detectivetroll]

I feel like I should ask you if you need a cup of sugar.

[ text ]

[allinvein]

How many times do I have to tell you? I'm *fine*. Promise. :)

[handwritten]

[detectivetroll]

I know, I know. And now that you've put asterisks around it, it's much more convincing.

[allinvein]

See, you're getting better at this "reading emotions through text" business!

Look, if I need some sugar, you'll be the first I call. I'll call you before I even think about heading to the supermarket. Deal?

[Voice]

[dominateartimus]

I wasn't aware that you moved.

[Then again, that probably explained his absence and he felt bad for not calling to check in with him. Too occupied by his own issues.]

[ text ]

[allinvein]

I was really shoddy about letting people know. Sorry about that.

You should come see the new place sometime. If you don't mind all the boxes. :)

[Voice]

[dominateartimus]

It was partially my fault for not calling either. [Trying to not sound guilty.]

I'm all too familiar with boxes being everywhere. [A small chuckle.] Might be a good idea, if you don't mind me stopping by before Thursday.

[allinvein]

My roommate actually has his own space now if he's not feeling up for guests, so it should be fine.

[He makes a mental note to ask Anthony about guests--and to do it soon.]

I'll try to clear off the couch or one of the chairs for you, yeah?

[Action]

[scramasax]

[More preoccupation, is it.

Anthony's drifted over to one of those stacks of boxes as the message is sent. Idly tips to lightly rest against it, eyes coasting and blank between John and this wall or another.

He's got it in his mind to apologize - he's had it there for a while - isn't wholly convinced that this really wouldn't have been necessary if not for needing the space for two apparent paranormally-touched. That or ask if everything is all right - that, too, he doesn't count on the truth of a positive answer for.

Either thought as held forward would be neutral - if anxious, vaguely. Neutrally anxious.]

[Action]

[allinvein]

[John glances up from his phone after completing his message and allows a smile to pull at his lips. He should probably be more truthful with his flatmate about why he's been more on edge recently, but he doesn't--not yet. Instead, he chooses to go with a far safer topic of conversation:]

I didn't think we had that much to bring over. Did you?

[He's not lying! John's pretty surprised by how much stuff he's managed to accumulate over the years.]

[Action]

[scramasax]

[Takes a moment to register - and then - hesitantly - accepts the topic with a slight flicker to what should hopefully be recognizable enough even as a little trace of a thing as a smile. Dragged into from a raspy exhale - ] ...I -- didn't...!

[Comes not lifted out of a low, hollow tone, but there's a little waver of a conversational laugh in there - all the more a bit amusedly surprised indeed with his lack of perspective, given that he'd not moved in with much in the first place!]

[allinvein]

[He leans back in his chair, arms casually folding over his chest, before surveying the scene around him. They had already bought quite a bit of furniture, but if they've still go all of this left, a few more shelves probably wouldn't hurt...]

We'll get it all sorted out soon enough.

[--or you know, just faster than when John had moved by himself. Things had sat in boxes for close to a year (some even longer) before he'd finally put it all somewhere.]

Is there anything you still needed in your room?

[video]

[youngestone]

[Killian smiles when he sees Mr. Mitch--John, right. When he sees John on the network again]

I did?

[He laughs]

I moved, too. With, uh, that Shou guy? It's safer for Mom this way.

[ video ]

[allinvein]

Yeah?

[John grins when he sees Killian, and when the guy says that he was missed? Well, that's just the icing on top of the cake.]

Been a lot on the news recently. [His smile falters a little now.] How is your mum? I'm glad Shou was able to take you in, but...

[His eyebrows lift, quietly questioning.]

[ video ]

[youngestone]

She's fine, found a place out of the DD closer to her work. The bombings kind of...well.

[Yeah]

On the plus side, I got a job out of all this.

[allinvein]

[He makes a soft, understanding noise and nods his head slightly.]

So long as she's well--does she know about your new job? Bet she's pretty damn proud of you for landing it.

[Text]

[shiromadoushi]

When you guys gonna be up for visitors?

[Text]

[allinvein]

If you don't mind boxes, I don't see why you couldn't come soon. :)

[Text]

[shiromadoushi]

Don't mind at all. Long as the TV's hooked up and the couch can be used~

[[Because video game time was needed. Oh yes.]]

voice;

[metalbent]

I don't think I even know you, man.

[ text ]

[allinvein]

I guess I shouldn't be surprised. :P

John Mitchell. Believe it or not, I've actually been around for a few months.

voice for sophie / text for john;

[metalbent]

What've you been doing, playing hide or seek?

text

[struckout]

Chris thinks you're ignoring her on facebook.

[ You're welcome. ]

[ text ]

[allinvein]

[]Kallie, why u do dis!?]

But I put up a status notification about it...

Christ, she's angry with me now, isn't she? :/

[ text ]

[struckout]

[ Because she... cares? Or well, actually, who knows. It's better than talking about network stuff, anyway. ]

That's just what she said, don't ask me to understand what's going on inside her head.