Jade nodded, a little embarrassed that her thoughtless idea had made things this awkward. She felt very foolish… and I probably should… I-it wasn't because I did it badly, is it? That wasn't my first but… It has been a while since my last kiss. she sighed and sat back down at her computer. ”So… do you remember what Harbinger’s powers are? I know he bragged about them quite a bit but… I can't seem to remember them.” she chuckled awkwardly.
Killian cleared his throat softly. "Ah. Right. I…I'm not actually sure." He replied slowly, shaking his head and looking at the computer monitor. "I don't really remember."
Jade nodded and began typing, though a bit slower than what was normal for her. ”I'm sure there's an interview or something we can find. He always looked for the camera.” she told him with a humorless chuckle. ”We at least know it's not strength or shape-shifting… He may be slightly more durable than normal, but I know he's not bulletproof.”
Killian nodded quickly. "Yeah. That…makes sense. I'll see if I can find out anything else about him from my magic, too." He sat down, closing his eyes so he could focus. Problem was…he was having a bit of a hard time doing that, the memories of the kiss distracting him.
Jade was glad once she saw him close his eyes, as she had actually had to edit a few typing errors as she looked through her systems. She had to resist the urge to groan in frustration at her stupidity. Of course, she shouldn't have done that but… Maybe it would have been better to have waited? She didn't really regret it. It had been very nice… She just regretted the uncomfortable atmosphere it seemed to have created.
Killian cleared his throat softly, and pushed aside the memory, concentrating on the spell and Harbringer. That was all he could do for now.
(I’m open to suggestions for what Harbinger’s powers could be. I currently don't have any ideas. Sorry.)
(Harbinger's powers should tie into his name…. Maybe he can summon creatures/objects that he can use?)
(hmm….ooh that's a good idea, SyGuy!)
(I like it too. Maybe that's where he could have gotten the drugged dart and why it wasn't on Jade when she got to Hex’s.)
(😊)
(Ooh yes!! Thanks SyGuy!)
(You're welcome! I'm great with superhero/villain things. Feel free to ask for ideas if you need any!)
(alright cool!)
(Thanks again SyGuy! You're awesome!)
Jade gave a soft sigh of relief as the computer pulled up what information she had about Harbinger as well as some footage from a couple of his fights. She looked over at Killian, debating if she should interrupt whatever he was concentrating on to share the information with him or if she should wait a moment longer.
Killian opened his eyes again. "Nothing." he said softly, shaking his head a little. "Did you find anything?" he tried to push away the awkwardness caused by that kiss.
Jade nodded. ”Yes. Apparently, he's some kind of summoner, mostly objects and usually nothing bigger than an average car. At least not for very long or without strenuous effort.” she explained as she clicked on one of the videos. ”I’m assuming he may have a ranged area for how far away certain objects can be from him.”
Killian nodded slowly. "Hm. Interesting. I would guess his abilities don't apply to humans or other living things…and it explains why that tranquilizer wasn't embedded in you when you came to my house." he said.
”Not that I've seen.” Jade agreed before groaning. ”I think I have an idea why he attacked me specifically. It's a bit petty but… It’s not that surprising to me.” she said resting her head in her hands.
Killian nodded, then looked at her. "What?" he asked, raising an eyebrow. He hesitated, then lightly put a hand on her shoulder.
”It's a little embarrassing.” Jade told him. ”When we first met, after he flirted with me, I turned him down by making a quip saying that if he really was as great at summoning as he was boasting that he should just summon a woman who would actually be interested in his advances.”
Killian blinked, frowning a little. "Hm. So you think he maybe was…" he trailed off, narrowing his eyes. What was he planning to do, exactly? And…did he succeed?
Jade gave a brief shudder before sitting up straight. ”I'm not sure what he was planning but I remember after I told him that he gave me this look as if I just insulted the size of his… manhood before I looked away.” she admitted with a light blush. ”I wouldn't be surprised if the look turned into a glare afterward.”
Killian nodded slowly. "I think I can guess what he was planning." he replied in a dark tone. "And it was nothing good." he shook his head a little. "At least you stood your ground, though."