Sweaty Gym Bags [Hykeem & Laura]

The teams dispersed, separating to different sides of the room before they decided who would go first. It was fun to be in a competition with such close teams. The game was close, often the teams tied or there was one barely in front of the other, which made the game all the more fun, especially for Ayame. Strangely enough, her team was doing rather well, working well together. Even Laura was being quite competitive, wanting to beat the other team, although Ayame knew she was only being playful. It was the way of the game and to be honest, Ayame knew more than anything that was key here, especially for the little ones. As long as everyone was having fun, no one really lost, or at least that was what Ayame liked to tell her younger cousin.

Ayame’s team sat on their couch, whispering to each other about how they would handle their next turn before, well, all of the supernaturals in the group sort of…stiffened at the same time. Tension was in the air, a lot of tension and Ayame gripped at the small vial on her necklace out of instinct before she released it and the team looked over at Hykeem’s team. Things were getting a bit heated between Hykeem and Michael, from the looks of it. Ayame frowned, not liking where this was going. Was this normal in the home? She looked around at the others and as soon as the yelling started, her eyes darted to the little ones. She very much disliked when people got into arguments around children, especially when it came to a family like this, a family where being related by blood wasn’t a qualification.

The moment Michael moved closer to Hykeem, everyone else took a step back. Liam grabbed Ayame’s arm when she didn’t move and pulled her back as well. Her eyebrows furrowed together as she looked back at him before she looked ahead and saw the two males were face to face. Then, Michael swung at Hykeem. Ayame sighed and shook her head, not completely surprised by the scene of events before her. It seemed like typical male ego and werewolf dominance thrown into the mix, but should anything happen to the Druid, Peter would not be a happy Beta. Still, with the way Liam had pulled her towards him, she had a feeling that at least some of the family would make sure that nothing happened to the guest.

Tag; @hykeem & @laura
Words; 412
Notes; Hope you don't mind me controlling some of the kids (specifically Liam).

Ayame watched the fight, worried about what exactly would happen between the two males. She had seen many fights and been a part of a few, but nothing like this. This was primal, this was with the intent to maim and harm, which worried her. Sure, they were werewolves and their wounds generally healed quickly but she knew a wound from an Alpha didn’t heal as fast as wounds from anything else. It was worrisome, especially with the smaller children around, which upset Ayame, but this wasn’t her house so all she could do was stand off to the side and watch the werewolves fight before her, which was anything but like her own boxing training matches.

Some of the males in the house started to cheer for their favorite, making Ayame roll her eyes and shake her head before Laura decided enough was enough. She muttered something to her younger brother, who covered his ears, before she shouted for the two boys to stop fighting. The way that the fight died down, it would have seemed like Laura was the Alpha. Still, Ayame kept her mouth shut as the fighting finally stopped and Laura plotted down on the couch and turned on the television, watching it. Ayame paused, wondering if she should go home, or if she would say and whatnot.

After all, this was like going to a friend’s house when their parents fought and things were awkward. Still, Ayame watched the two boys before she sat down on the couch, watching the TV along with Laura, she seemed well versed in this situation so Ayame would follow her lead.

Tag; @hykeem & @laura
Words; 272
Notes; N/A

Ayame watched out of the corner of her eye as the two werewolves stopped fighting at Laura’s command before they both seated themselves in beanbag chairs. The Druid relaxed and sat back against the couch as she eyed the TV. She noted that both boys had nodded to each other, showing that their fight was over, which was good. Although after such a display, it was obvious that Ayame was anything but comfortable. She had already made the decision to head home after she was full. This was not a place that she wanted to be. Sure, everyone was nice, but with that much aggression between two people, this home wasn’t a good place for her, especially since she didn’t know what all she could do yet.

It wasn’t long before Hykeem stood up and left the room. No one mentioned anything so neither did Ayame. In fact, she kept her attention on the TV, forcing herself to relax, fully relax since she knew the werewolves could sense her unease. Still, she remained calm and relaxed and didn’t even physically move when Hykeem called that the pizza was at the home. Her heartbeat remained normal and physically her eyes never left the TV and her breathing never waivered. She was back to normal, which was nice, but that didn’t mean she wasn’t about heading home after dinner. Besides, her aunt would want her back and Peter would want to know that she was safe.

Soon enough, Ayame heard the front door close but there was nothing else that happened after that, at least not until Hykeem arrived with the pizza in hand, a slice already out of a box and in his hand. Ayame couldn’t help but chuckle a little and shake her head. Still, she would wait until everyone else got a slice before she dove in. The girl may look small, but with all the activity she did, she could put away food like no one could even imagine. She had no doubt she would surprise many of supernaturals in the house, if they paid attention. She wasn’t sure if they would though, after all, she was sure the children could pack food away like she wouldn’t believe. She knew her cousin did and it always surprised her.

Tag; @hykeem & @laura
Words; 380
Notes; N/A

Ayame ate at the pizza when Hykeem set it down, more than a little content with her life as she sat there. Hykeem was acting a little odd, though. It was…peculiar, but she said nothing. Laura, of course, looked at him, asking him a question, asking him what was wrong with her eyes. He shook his head, telling her that it was fine. Once Ayame was finished with her food, she looked over at Hykeem and found that he had been waiting for her. She felt somewhat embarrassed before she said good night and good bye to everyone and headed out the door. Hykeem and Liam, surprisingly, were the two who walked her out to her car, which was sweet. She bid them both good night before she got into her truck, started it, and drove off, simultaneously calling Peter to let him know everything was okay.

Tag; @hykeem & @laura
Words; 147
Notes; You're fine.