action ♕ jan 4

[excusing]

[ You've come pretty far haven't you, Roman Barbie? Seven months in the Greek camp and she's earned another tattoo, reunited with Johnny, got a boyfriend and has slowly been studying the differences between the Greek and Roman fighting styles. It's the Mars in her blood that picks up on these things. It's nice, actually, to feel like she's gained some respect. Not that anyone ever looked down on her at Camp Jupiter but she had been somewhat of a troublesome girl when she first joined the Legion -- despite her letters of recommendation.

There are some things, however, that don't change -- like her mischievous streak and silly plans to keep the camp's spirits light in times of duress.

Unsurprisingly, Heather wants to avoid getting literal cabin fever so she's still out and about - somewhat better dressed after shopping in the city for a short, asymmetrical black coat warmer than a leather jacket. She happily lands near the stables after taking her favorite pegasus, Moneypenny, out for a ride, her hair hardly mussed despite the wind. ]

Hey, girl, good job! Can't have the both of us restless, right?

[ The Roman army is a foot army, but Heather had ridden Moneypenny during the Red Room mission and decided then to continue practicing and flying with her just in case. Feel free to offer any tips or company or ask her questions if you see her. ]

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[usernameallison]

[Even in the 20 degree weather - wasn't this place supposedly weather controlled or something? - there's still early morning Roman Training. Scott's bundled up in one of those polar-fleece North Face jackets and a beanie and he's still freezing. Sweat cooling on your skin tends to do that.

But he's getting better, getting good at this whole formation thing, following orders. He likes it. He might even think about working towards a leadership position of his own someday - but that'll come if he's meant for it.]

Nice work out there, Heather.

[He gives her a little thumbs up, coming over to pat at the pegasus' side. He's not exactly familiar with them, given the Legion's attitude towards cavalry, but Moneypenny is pretty cool.]

[excusing]

Thanks! [ She sings in response.

Getting up for training is harder than ever in the wintertime, even with Ven's threats to literally float her out of her own cabin while she's still in her pajamas. It's still cold outside despite the protection and Heather is a Californian to the core. How does Scott do it? Maybe Beacon Hills is further north than she thought. ]

You too, dude. [ She pats the top of his head with a gloved hand. ]

[usernameallison]

[Scott just likes to think he's resilient. Plus, he's active - always has been. Moving around makes him warmer.]

What? I- Heather, I didn't ride a Pegasus with you.

[Unless she's talking about training that morning.]

[excusing]

I didn't mean that.

[ She laughs good-naturedly, never at his expense. ] I meant in general, or something. Have you met Moneypenny yet? [ The speckled pegasus lifts her head at the mention of her name. ]

[usernameallison]

Oh. Oh.

[Scott goes a little red - but not much - at that, just the apples of his cheeks. He reaches out to pat Moneypenny gently on the side.]

Easy, girl - is she a girl or a guy pegasus?

[excusing]

Moneypenny is a girl, thank you very much. [ Heather says with a tip of her hair from side to side. ]

I think she likes you. [ Which doesn't surprise her. She and the horse are tight and everyone likes Scott. If they don't, then they're dumb. ]