Dumped in the Dump

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It was near closing time on a Saturday so when the truck pulled in filled with remodeling junk, the only thing that went through anyone's mind was that was more work and that the day was almost done. So no one payed any mind to an old 1940's fridge that seemed almost too heave, or that sound of something moving inside. At five the workers signed out. At six the birds went off as sun fell below the horizon. There was no one around to see when the door of the fridge was kicked off it's hinges or the girl in black that climbed out.

Cat yawned and stretched cracking her neck. She glanced at her hide out and frown, not her best idea in the world but it had worked. The thief reached under her masks and rubbed the sleeps out of her eyes as she recalled why she had been in the fridge in the first place. Oh right she had to break into a house and the someone that she had stolen from had tracking skills mad ones and a lead lined fridge seemed like a good idea to hide from whatever was he was tracking her with. And then said hiding placed had been moved and shoved in a truck with a whole much of other stuff. Cat looked around and nodded. Not the best idea she had ever had, but she had the stupid artifact. What was with Mr. Nos and magical artifacts. She even had to wear these special gloves to handle them.

Cat yawned and started walking, in her state and with her current luck if she tried jumping she end up in Belle Reve. Oh wouldn't that be hilarious, no thank you she would just walk. It would just be a really really long walk...Dang it she wanted a raise this was getting ridiculous. 

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Hellsmith was confused.

For him, scavenging around the dump was a normal thing. There was all sorts of metal just lying around here going to waste, he couldn't pass that up. Taking home some appliances or a car or two was routine for him. He'd grab what he could, hop the fence again, and walk home with his ill-gotten gains.

Thing was, the appliances he was eying usually didn't open up and spit out pretty girls. Brock was pretty sure that was new. She didn't seem to have noticed him yet, so Brock shifted back to his human form. It was a bit chilly, but he was hardier than most. The tank top and jeans were perfectly comfortable on him. Hellsmith took a few steps closer, waving in her direction. "Hey there!"

Crap, how did he start a conversation? He was used to hitting on all sorts of girls, but junkyard fridge girls were new. He'd have to improvise. Brock picked up the fridge, holding it up. "You got dibs on this one? I was thinking of taking it, but if you want it I can give you a hand." Yes, the helpful gentleman approach. That had served him well in the past.

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Cat startled spying the junk around her moving. She turn around is mildly surprised to see tall mildly attractive looking guy there carrying the fridge she had been hiding in. It was impressive feat so he was a cape, or had powers. Her claw appeared on her hand. Junk yard, dead of night, he had super strength; there were so many ways this could end badly. Karmi was against her on so many levels right now. "Pardon? I did catch that. Who are you?" Belle Reve suddenly didn't seem like such a bad idea right now.

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The girl took a moment to even notice Brock. That confused him a little, he liked to think he stood out more than that. Still, she saw him, and by the time she did he was carrying a refrigerator on his shoulder. He liked to think that made a good impression. Though for this girl, it seemed to be a more intimidating impression. Hellsmith put up his free hand, trying to calm her down. "Whoa, be cool. I was just asking if you'd called this fridge."

He stepped a little closer, still hefting the appliance. It was pretty easy for him, and he did enjoy showing how easy it was. Girls around here seemed to like the strongness. "If you want it I can help you with it, but if not this is totally mine. Lots of good metal in this thing." He held out his free hand for a handshake. "Name's Brock, by the way. What's yours?"

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The fridge? Cat eyed him weary, pretty face tended to mean a whole heap of trouble. When he stepped forward she took a step back. "Go ahead. It's all yours. Catastor." Her warning bells were still going off in her head. "So I assume you know the way back to the main road? I didn't get a view coming here." Cat tried to find the moon, how late was it now? Her internal clock was on the wayside but she wanted to say it was close to ten. 

[Gaunt]

So she was still nervous around him. He could deal. His superstrength tended to be a little intimidating, Hellsmith was confident he could win her over yet. He just had to turn up the charm a bit. "Cool name. That a super name? I got one too, Hellsmith. Use whichever you want." Brock lowered his hand, still smiling. At least, she seemed to trust him for directions. Not much, but it was a start. He gestured for her to follow, starting to lead her towards the edge of the junkyard. "Yeah, it's right over this way. How good are you at jumping fences?" Maybe he'd get to lift her over if he was lucky.

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"You could call it that." Cat took his hand carefully and shook it before pulling back. Mentally she sighed seeing when he gestured to follow him. Well it wasn't that big deal. The walk though the junk yard was uneventful thankfully. Running from security drones was enough excitement for one day. She frowned looking at her gloves, she had been going on more and more missions to retrieve magical artifacts. Well the issue was that they drove their wielder's mental and that normally included paranoia. Always a fun combo for a thief. Cat was so ready to rip out the heart of the idiot that was making all these stupid things.

The thief paused when he lead her to a fence. Understanding she forced a moment and appeared on the other side. She turned waited for him to get over. "So where to next Hellsmith?"

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Cat seemed a little hesitant about the handshake, but she was friendly enough. Maybe he'd make some progress with her. He was a little put out about having to lead, he couldn't really scope her out while walking in front of her, but he could find time for that later. If she fell for his charms, which ladies often did, he'd have all sorts of chances to check her out.

"Oh, so that's your power." He had to admit, teleportation was pretty impressive. He knew a few demons who could do that, and they always made a nuisance of themselves whenever there was a fight on. It was a good power to have, and a dror and a half to fight. Hellsmith, on the other hand, had simpler powers. One jump easily carried him over the fence, landing on the other side without even needing to bend at the impact. "Well, I suppose that's up to you. We could hang out a bit if you want, or just meet up later." Activate charming smile.

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Cat stepped back when he jumped over the fence. Well that just confirmed how terrifying he was. Her fear turned to irritation when she watched him talk. He was flirting with her. The young thief rolled her eyes at him, "Meeting up later is fine. See you, if ever." Never. Cat waved and before turning to walk away, she moved into a run teleporting. It didn't help the speed but she really wanted to get away from Hellsmith. She'd have to remember to askl Mr Nos about him.

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Brock didn't notice the eye-rolling, he just noticed that she was leaving open the possibility of meeting up again. So you're saying there's a chance. he thought, with a smile on his face. She'd make a nice addition to the girlfriend collection. A bit unusual, but in interesting ways. "Alright, see you later!" He gave a wave, checking her out as she scampered away. Brock wasn't quite sure how she planned on finding him again, but he knew she'd figure something out. She seemed resourceful.