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I'm new to this rp thing so I'm going to start here to practice. The situation is simple, Utterson is taking a walk in a park! All info on Utterson can be found here --> https://disqus.com/home/dis...

Also know that I have school, so morning to early afternoons i may be unavailable. owo;;

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So here it is! This will be the place where I put all the information surrounding a potential TGS Utterson. I will be putting the information beneath the intro here. It'll be separated into character related stuff, suggestions to his character, how he fits etc. I'll update it when I can. ( at the moment, there'll be nothing as I'm a little busy. I will fill out a form of sorts later on when I get my notes together! ) https://uploads.disquscdn.com/...So let's start with my original concept sorta?? I had kindof been working on this for awhile and never really got too far, so Suggestionshere are very welcome!Considering the liberties Sabrina gives the characters appearances, I figure it would hurt to try and do so myself.As far appearance, I envision a very watson-esqe Utterson? He's in his 60/70's, making him the oldest one within their circle. Right handed. I never figured out an eye color, though a grayish blue(?) might be closest to something. ( From my understanding, aren't gray eyes actually blue and green mixing? Can't remember off hand. ) He's has a some weight to him, making him a little plump.

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Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

Lizzy was walking in the book going "shopping" for something to help Dreamer. By shopping, it's more like stealing. She had gotten good at pick pocketing, snatching, whatever you call it on the streets. She knew how to avoid the police, and she knew the nooks and crannies. She then bumped in to an older man.

"Oh sorry sir!" Lizzy said. She had finally got new clothes with help from some lodgers. She now wore a dress, a dark green and black dress with her hair tied back.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

" Gah! Goodness, Pardon me young miss! "

Utterson was out enjoying the air, or at the very least, enjoy the air the best he could. London wasn't known for its air quality and as much as anyone would deny, it was no good for the lungs. He had been jostled out his thoughts by a young lady. He carefully untangled himself from the girl, making sure she was alright.

" I'm so terribly sorry! You aren't hurt are you? "

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

"no I'm quite alright. I'm quite a sturdy young lady" Lizzy said taking up his lingo. "are you alright though?" She asked concerned. She had been pondering the shops to visit. 'gentlemen' she noted.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

" I'm quite alright, Thank you for your concern. "

Utterson looked down, brushing his coat off once more. He looked back up, doffed his hat and smiled politely.

" I must say, you were quite some rush. Must be something important for a young miss like yourself to sprint about! Mind if I ask where your off to?"

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

"market" Lizzy answered knowing better not to say top much, although he seemed alright she had to be wary.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

" Ah very well then! I shouldn't keep you. "

Stepping back, he made space for Lizzy on the pathway. Then he had a thought. The market was a little ways off. Surely, some rogue would think to take advantage of a child such a herself. The thought poked about in his head, until his good will took over. Blinking out of his reverie, he called out to Lizzy.

" Y-you mind me joining you would you? perhaps a little ways there anyways? "

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

"Oh!" Lizzy called surprised. She mentally cursed, she was planning to break the law! She didn't need no good law abiding citizen with her! But she thought for a moment, having him with her would set off criminals wanting to steal like she was, and let's face it, she looked young and wealthy unlike her usual homeless appearance. "I wouldn't mind a little company" She said a smile on her face.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago • edited

" Ah! Splendid! "

He clutched his chest with relief. His heart could now still itself. Nobody was going to heckle this child while he was around. Walking happily by her side, he decided to make little talk on the way there.

" So, why are you off to the market? I couldn't imagine one like yourself going alone. "

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

"Getting a gift for a friend, she was fallen ill and i thought a little something would cheer her up" Lizzy said putting on a friendly smile showing innocence. When she was cleaned up she was a charming looking young lady. Yet she could and knew how to avoid a fight and situation when needed and how to take care of one when it arose.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

" That's quite nice of you! Not many people think to do little errands like this. what does you friend like? Perhaps some flowers or a handkerchief... "

Utterson looked expectantly at his companion. It was little things like this that made his day. Little shows of compassion from one human being to another, good and honest hearts reaching out to one another. It was evidence there was good in the world.

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

"She wouldn't enjoy flowers or a handkerchief. She's not your conventional young lady" Lizzy said vaguely. "She want's something that excites her, i know where to go" She said smiled a knowing smile, she knew exactly where to go now, no stealing involved, just a trade would be.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago • edited

" Well then lead the way Miss...I don't believe I ever caught your name! Hmm..."

He paused. He had forgotten to introduce himself hadn't he? Well, better late than ever he supposed. Clearing his throat, He held a hand out.

" My name's Utterson! Mr. Utterson to be exact. "

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

"Lizzy Masters" she said taking his hand and shaking it. He couldn't follow her all the way there, shed have to ditch him.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

" Well Lizzy, lead the way! "

Utterson clicked his heel happily and continued forward. It would take him awhile to get from the market to his home but he figured it was well worth the time.

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

Lizzy nodded leading the way down the street and on to the sidewalk and to the market. However when she got there she turned left down a side street.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago • edited

Utterson followed Lizzy to the best of his ability. But as they got into the thick of it, he began to lag behind. He wasn't accustom to shoving through the streets on a regular basis and soon he lost track of his companion. Anxiously, he called out.

" Lizzy?! Lizzy!! Where are you?!"

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

Lizzy poked her head out of a side street. "John?" She asked looking around. She needed to get Thompson's attention.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

Now Utterson grew frantic. He'd had to find Lizzy again. Who knows what could happen! She could be robbed or kidnapped or worse..! Trying to steady his breath, he began to ask around if anybody had seen a young girl come by. He had to start somewhere if he going to find her again.

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

Lizzy sighed running out of the side street and scanning the people in the crowd for Mr. Utterson.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

" Excuse me, Have you seen a young lady? Green dress, laced in black? I was with her when I lost track of her. I need to... "

He didn't finished his statement. The old woman he had been speaking with pointed in a direction to his left. There he could see Lizzy in the distance. He turned to woman with great relief.

" Thank you Ma'am! "

He shuffled his way to her direction. Utterson felt his brain rush with anxious thoughts. He really ought get out more. Perhaps then things like this could be avoided then. Finally reaching her, he began to scold her worriedly.

" Oh Pens and Paper, You shouldn't run off like that! I'm your senior ten times over! I can't keep up with you when you rushed ahead of me! Ooh! what would you have done if you found yourself in terrible danger?! You wouldn't know what to do, and I would be running around, worrying my head off looking for you! Miss Lizzy, I must say that you had me very VERY worried! This is rather impolite and- AND!! "

He took a breathe and then put his hands on her shoulders.

" You had very worried. I don't know what i would do if I let an innocent child like you get hurt. "

Utterson struggled to keep his composure as the mere thought of letting another get in harm's way made him emotional.

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

Lizzy sighed. "Mr. Utterson I would of been fine, I know this place like the back of my hand. I'm apologize for making you worry and I I was in terrible danger i would get out of said danger" she said a smile on her face as she looked at the old man. "I have been through more than you could ever know"

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

" Well let's hope you won't get in any trouble at all! "

Utterson huffed quietly. He remembered being this young. Learning and growing, becoming his own person. Perhaps he ought to let her go about her business. If she really knew her around well enough, she shouldn't need an old man shadowing her every move. Sighing, he looked at Lizzy.

" If you truly know what you're doing, I won't interfere. Just meet me back here. Just so I know you're alright. Promise? "

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Miss-Dreamerkat  The Fox • 3 years ago

"I promise, only be ten minutes Chou!" She called running down the side street and rapping a brick on the wall with a certain tone. It opened and she slipped inside.

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The Fox  Miss-Dreamerkat • 3 years ago

Utterson turned and made his way through the growing crowd. Once at the edge, He took a seat on a nearby bench and looked at his pocket watch. Ten minutes. Not that long, what could possibly happen in ten minutes?

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Hyde without a Jekyll • 3 years ago

(Oh this is most exciting!!!! :DDDD Would you mind filling out the questionnaire for me?)

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The Fox  Hyde without a Jekyll • 3 years ago

( Yes i'd love to! )

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Hyde without a Jekyll  The Fox • 3 years ago

( Here you are then! :D

What's your character's full name?

What's your favorite quote from you're character?

What do they look like and what's their personality like?

What's their backstory before they came to the society?

Do you have any pictures of them that you drew or found?

Do they have any nicknames?

What do they study at the society?

Do they have any jobs?

What is their age?

Are they human? If not what are they?

Are they single, dating someone, or married?

What's their height?

What's their weight?

Anything else I should know about this character?)

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The Fox  Hyde without a Jekyll • 3 years ago

( I'll have to work on this tonight and give it to you tomorrow. Sorry for the wait! )

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Hyde without a Jekyll  The Fox • 3 years ago

(No sweat! Take your time and as long as I get it at some point then you're doing just fine! :) )

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Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago • edited

Finally, Lewis had a day off. He'd decided to take a constitutional at a particular London park, familiar to him despite the difference in dimensions.

"Good to know there are some multiversal constants," he said to himself softly.

No sooner had he uttered the words than he was struck by a most...familiar soul-pattern.

He stopped in his tracks.

No. Can't be. There wasn't supposed to--

But there it was. Ahead of him. Down the path.

A thrill of elated excitement shot through him at the mere possibility. For a moment, he forgot his circumstance, his name, his...everything. In his unthinking rush to catch up to the soul before him, he bounded onto the ball of his bad foot...and took a tumble as it gave right out from under him. He toppled forward and to the right, landing with a surprised cry where the path met the grass.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

( Do i make this a part of the rp so far? or is this a separate train of events all together? )

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago • edited

((Separate chain of events. Introductions [almost uniquely] consist of alternate timelines. In one, Utterson meets Lizzy. In another, he meets Lewis. And so on. It's weird, but it's the protocol for intro RPs.

'Hope this was helpful.))

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Hyde without a Jekyll  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

(Yah. Intros are super weird! Basically all you need to do is establish relationships with characters and you're fine! Plus the park idea is so general that one can assume that this happened on different days.)

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Jekyll1886  Hyde without a Jekyll • 3 years ago

((Oh! Good point! You could have them all happen if you wanted, with that setup!))

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

( Aah ok! I get it! )

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

Shock jolted through his body as the stranger run forward and tripped in front of him. He had hoped that his walk would calm him down. He had been working on a case since the beginning of the week and finally got a chance to have a break. Sometimes he focuses so hard on something, he forgets how tense he can get.

Shaking his head from shock, he looked down at the figure in the grass. He offered a timid hand to them.

" Are you alright?! That looked like a nasty fall. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"John?" he asked unthinkingly, the sudden fall having rattled him. He knew that voice. He turned to look. A man offered him a hand...

...a man who looked nothing like John, physically. He was honestly taken by surprise. But souls...souls didn't lie.

"Bee sting," he fibbed, wincing out a sheepish smile. "Forgot what I was about." That part was true. He got a better hold on his walking stick, and reached out to take the man's hand.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago • edited

" John? You have me mistaken sir. "

Utterson lifted the man up, looking around for any sign of the bee. Was he getting that old for bees to fly past unnoticed? Turning back, he gave the man a curt smile and introduced himself.

" My name's Mr. Utterson. Pleasure to meet you sir "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago • edited

"Ah, my apologies. A pleasure to meet you, Mr. Utterson." The sentiment was genuine. "I'm Dr. Weir. Thank you for your kind assistance."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

" Your welcome! A doctor you say? What sort of doctor, if you don't mind me asking? "

Utterson returned the sentiment by doffing his hat. He wondered if this was someone of Jekyll's ilk or if he was just a regular doctor. With this science thing getting out of hand in London, it never hurt to ask, not that he meant any ill-will.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago • edited

"Not at all. I'm a...doctor of transcendental metaphysics, actually," he admitted, not sure how that would go over. "Also just a medical doctor," he added. "And you, Mr. Utterson--what is your profession? If you don't mind my asking, naturally."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago • edited

Utterson tried to wrap his head around "Transcendental Metaphysics" but dropped the thought. All he needed to know that this man was an intellectual, he could always ask later anyways. He chuckled at Weir's question.

" No, I don't mind, unlike some of my contemporaries. I'm a Lawyer, Private practitioner. I offer services to those who pay for them. " then he joked," Looking to take that bee to court? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago • edited

He laughed.

"No, just thinking of an organization that might could use a good lawyer. Hmm."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

" Oh, well do tell, What organization do you speak of? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"The Society for Arcane Sciences. If they don't have one already."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

" Ah I know that place. "

Utterson looked down distracted as he fiddled with his cane. That place. Of all the places...

He looked back up to Lewis. He spoke halfheartedly.

" I would imagine they already have all the help they need. I don't see how i could aid them in anyway..."

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"On the contrary." We could use all the help we can get. "If you've an open mind, and a good heart, we'd have great need of you." Or will, one day, I'm sure of it.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

" What exactly do you mean? Wait, are you...? "

Utterson began eyeing Lewis carefully. Had this been a plant? What for? Why him? Something inside began to rise. Not anger, not regret, but disappointment. He sighed and motion Lewis forward.

" Come. Let's walk while we chat. I'm listening. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"Certainly." Why did the fellow seem disappointed in him? Had he said something wrong?

He hobbled along beside Utterson.

"I did say 'we', it's true, but I use the term loosely. I'm no lodger at the Society; I merely perform some work for them in a consultative capacity. Yet science is always pushing new boundaries, including legal ones. Sometimes a guiding hand is needed, to ensure the bright glow of knowledge doesn't blind one to one's legal--nay, ethical--obligations to society, to the world at large."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

Utterson chuckled dejectedly. Oh, where has he heard this before? It hurt him to hear it all over again. Memories floated by like ghosts along walls. And it t all hurt. He turned to his companion, offering his walking cane, and spoke unhappily.

" I understand your sentiment Lewis. I honestly do. I for one, am in support of all that science is accomplishing and I, honestly and truthfully, hope that they get the help they need. However, I can't be the one to do this or, at the very least, not at the place. "

He swallowed the growing lump in his throat.

" I-it's just that...well it's just that I happen to know the man who started that society. He and I were... "

He shut he eyes.

" I've decided to give him his space. Something happened between us that I'd rather not talk about. Please understand, even if I could help, he wouldn't have it. It just wouldn't work out. "

He looked back at Lewis.

" I respect your intentions. You mean well, and that I can understand. This, unfortunately, is simply out of your hands. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"I..." For a moment, he was at a loss for words. "I'm so terribly sorry," he said, the weight of Utterson's ordeal producing patent sympathy. "I had no idea. I would never have--" A brief sigh. "You have my apologies, Mr. Utterson. Was it Lanyon? No, wait, I shouldn't ask that." He shook his head.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

" No no, it's fine. You couldn't have known. It's not exactly the thing you put out to the world. "

Utterson tried to smile reassuringly.

" It's my burden to bear. To answer your question though, it wasn't Lanyon. It was...It was just something between the two of us. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"It was Jekyll," said Weir softly, as the realization struck him. A look of infinite sorrow filled Lewis's face, and he practically seemed to deflate as his energy left him.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago • edited

" Yes. Yes it was. "

Quietly, he placed a hand on Lewis's shoulder.

" Don't worry about it. If he still hasn't helped himself yet, there isn't much more I can do. "

He patted Lewis's shoulder.

" I can understand you wanting to help. Though, I'm curious. Since we're talking about him, How did you get to know him? He's not the sort to make friends left and right. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago • edited

He nodded in response to Utterson's admonition not to worry, a small, sad smile on his face. He swallowed, but it did nothing to rid him of the lump in his throat.

Even here, John's-- he corrected himself silently: Utterson's--always so kind... His eyes grew watery, though he tried to stop it.

The lawyer's query caught him off guard.

Lewis tried to speak, but couldn't, and simply swallowed again, teeth clenched, closing his eyes.

Take a moment.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago • edited

Utterson had said something wrong. Or at least, he asked the wrong question. One moment, his companion is comforted by his words, the next, tense as a spring. He backpedaled a bit.

" Ah, bad question. You don't have to answer. "

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Hyde without a Jekyll  The Fox • 3 years ago

(Just going to throw my 2 cents in here but I'm loving this RP! I really do hope to see more of Utterson around the Society but considering this mysterious falling out he had with Jekyll, I understand if he doesn't appear in it. ...speaking of the mysterious falling out, do you mind if I inquire as to what were the circumstances of it?)

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The Fox  Hyde without a Jekyll • 3 years ago

( Thank you! It's may first time role playing so I hope I'm doing an alright job! Don't worry, Utterson will show up around the society. He'll probably there when Henry is conveniently gone/busy. He basically had a fight with Jekyll and they haven't been friendly with each other since. Utterson wants to, being someone who worries for Henry's safety, but he knows it wouldn't go top well. )

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

((I for one think you're doing a fantastic job! And I'm glad to know Utterson may show up around there. Conveniently [as we have no 'official' Jekyll, other than Hen], Henry seems to be gone/busy a lot. XD Oh, wow! He and Lewis need to form a Worrywarts' Club!))

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Hyde without a Jekyll  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

(Well if you go by Mz. Hyde's rumors Jekyll is running a drug business on the side....but honestly I'm pretty sure the people who haven't met him may think the elusive Henry to be a myth! XD )

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The Fox  Hyde without a Jekyll • 3 years ago

( Jekyll might as well be running a drug business with his addiction to his own serum. Henry, the man, the myth, the legend! )

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Hyde without a Jekyll  The Fox • 3 years ago

( XDDDD YES!!!! By the way did you get that from Scott Sterling too?)

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The Fox  Hyde without a Jekyll • 3 years ago

( No I haven't! Who is Scott Sterling? )

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Hyde without a Jekyll  The Fox • 3 years ago

(The most amazing soccer player ever! ;D Here go watch this video it's really short!

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

( Ah! Thank you! Utterson would absolutely join a worrywart club, if only to worry with other people! :D )

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

( So since we're going to Utterson's house, should we make another rp to continue this? )

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

((He's just showing Lewis the way, yes? To make sure he knows how to get there? I think we can include their walk in this RP.))

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago • edited

( Ok! So after he shows the way, I'll start another rp where their at Utterson's house! I'll probably start it tomorrow. )

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Hyde without a Jekyll  The Fox • 3 years ago

(You're doing a brilliant job! I didn't even know this was you're first time as you're writing is excellent!! <3

Oh good! :DDD I'm very delighted to know he'll sneak in when Henry isn't looking! Though I do hope we'll learn about the fight later as I'm very curious about it! And how his relationship with Lanyon is! :DDD OH THIS IS JUST SO EXCITING!! WE HAVE AN UTTERSON AND AN AMAZING ONE AT THAT!! )

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The Fox  Hyde without a Jekyll • 3 years ago

( Aah! Well, If i wasn't writing well, I wouldn't exactly make a good rp partner would I? I always have a couple rewrites until I find a response I like. School's made me a perfectionist! >w< You will learn about the fight later, just not now. too early, gotta have some build up before I let the secret out. ;) He gets along with Lanyon well enough. Lanyon can be a little overbearing when Utterson spends too much time around him. Since the fight, they get together sometimes but not as much as they used to. Overall, He and Lanyon are on good terms! )

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Hyde without a Jekyll  The Fox • 3 years ago

(I can understand that! I try to do a ton of editing before posting a response as well! All the same it does not go unappreciated as it's quite a pleasure to read! :D

Oh the build up is the best and worst part!! DXD I love the taunting and teasing at something but then at the same time I want to explode from anticipation....I should probably give fair warning that you'll be hearing more from me and my little side rants as you continue with this excellent plot! ;)

I'm to hear that Lanyon and Utterson are still on good terms! And I can also see why he might think Hastie is a bit overbearing given the level of sass he exudes. )

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

He let out a breath, recovering himself.

"I...I'm sorry for that," he apologized sheepishly, not having wanted to make Utterson the least bit uncomfortable. "I don't normally get so...emotional." He shook his head, then met Utterson's gaze once more, his air genuine, even pleading. "But I...I worry about him, too. And Hastie." And you. "I've hardly spoken with Jekyll, but I can see the toll it takes on Lanyon. I know something's wrong, but I've no idea what, and it bothers me, worries me to no end. I've never met anyone I could discuss it with, and, so, carried my anxieties alone. But you, Mr. Utterson...you seem to be aware that something is amiss, at least. Please...won't you speak with me about it? I simply don't know where else I can turn..."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

Utterson blinked. Someone else has noticed. This brought mixed feelings. On one hand, relief that he wasn't by himself, that someone is at least suspecting something's up with Henry. On the other hand however, He wasn't sure if he could do anything to help the young man. He could listen, but he knew for sure something was wrong, it would be too much to drop the truth on him this soon.

Looking Lewis in his eyes, Utterson reassured him.

" Lewis. I will tell you what I know, so long as you tell what you know. "

He began walking towards a nearby bench.

" But first, let's sit. I don't want you making your limp worse. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

Lewis nodded, relieved.

"Naturally. And, thank you."

He followed Utterson to the bench, and took a seat.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

Utterson sat beside Lewis and looked at him.

" Alright. So tell me what you know. What have you noticed about Henry? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"Though I've seen him precious little, this much is clear to me: Despite his skill at putting on a good front and finessing social situations, there's a distance, or a sadness, to his eye. I believe something is weighing on him, but I've certainly not asked him about it; it isn't my place. Yet I cannot help but worry. He and Lanyon were very open-minded to take me on--most people don't even believe in metaphysics--and if there's any way I can lighten the burden for either of them, I'd like to." He thought a moment, and briefly looked as if he wanted to say more, but thought better of it.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

Utterson thought for a bit, then responded to Lewis.

" Unfortunately there's no real way for you to help him. He won't have any help, whether he needs it or not. However, I can tell you this, he is the cause for his troubles. He wouldn't admit to me, so I doubt he admit it now. The best you could truly do for him is keep your concern from him. He mustn't know someone else has caught up to his ruse. If he does, he'll put himself into a worse situation. "

He sighed.

" I understand that you've kept these concern to yourself for awhile now. And to suggest you keep them hidden away more than you've already have must be disappointing, even discouraging. But you must. He'll run himself ragged if he knew people worried about him. "

Utterson leaned close to Lewis.

" However, if you keep tabs on him, maybe even take notes on anything you notice, you can give them to me. From there, I can better help you. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

Lewis couldn't help looking a mite disappointed at Utterson's initial advice. Yet when the latter leaned in and made his suggestion, Weir's face brightened.

"Yes," he said, nodding. "I can do that." He withdrew one of his cards from his waistcoat pocket and presented it to Utterson. "My flat," he explained. "Unless you'd rather meet somewhere else."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

" You're flat would be fine. My home is also an option should it prove more convenient. "

Tucking Lewis's card away, he produced his own.

" I don't live that far off. Just a little ways from this park and down a couple roads. I could show you the way if you like. It's rather unassuming for someone like me. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

Lewis read the proffered card and put it away with care.

"If you don't mind, I'd find that most helpful," he said with a small smile and a grateful nod.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago • edited

" Alright then, Follow me. "

With a smile, he offered a hand to Lewis and began walking towards the street behind them. He turned to Lewis.

" You will be alright will you? Your limp won't bother you too much? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"'Hardly bothers me at all," he reassured, returning the smile. "So long as I brace my foot against the cane, I'm perfectly fine."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago

" If you say so. Let's go! "

Clicking his heels, Utterson set forth, staying close to Lewis while also cutting through the thick crowd of people. He looked at Lewis pointing forward. He spoke above the din.

" So, first road! Just head straight through this intersection. Crowds tend to gather around midday, so the morning or evening is the best time to pass through. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago

"Thank you," said Lewis, following. "I shall bear that in mind."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 3 years ago • edited

He continued forward, meeting the end of the street. He pointed out two side streets.

" Don't turn down these two streets. You'll get lost down these easily. Then the next thing you know, you're tangled up in some mess or another. "

He passed four more side streets until he finally turned.

" Turn here. You'll know this street by the house with the iron fence. "

Then, brushing past a dozen houses or so, He finally stopped in front of his right across the street. It was a small house, or at least, smaller than it's neighbors. It had the look of quaint affluence, not a house to brag about, but one that could only hold a humble person inside. It was two stories, not including the attic, and had a small garden behind it.

Utterson turned to Lewis with a proud gleam in his eyes.

"Isn't she the most beautiful thing you've ever seen? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 3 years ago • edited

Weir made careful note of Utterson's instructions, committing the route to memory and nodding when appropriate.

"She looks positively lovely," as she ever did, John, "Mr. Utterson." Lewis smiled approvingly. If possible, he found the house even more endearing.

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