the Doctor | 004 | Day 67 | Video

[nevermindtherunning]

[The video clicks on and there's the Doctor, brainy specs in place, sitting in the kitchen of his house. Behind him was the kitchen table, but not useable as various disassembled toasters, radios, and even an oven could be seen on the floor. Parts were everywhere and had looked like a tornado had blown through.

Stacked to one side of the wall were some books, next to his hand was his notebook, full with stuffed papers in it. He looks stern, quiet, serious, perhaps brewing an oncoming storm?]

It's been four days since this curse-thing has been over. I haven't seen Sharon... or Natasha, [There's a pause, because sad enough as it is, he wasn't entirely sure that was her name.] There's significantly less traffic around town, which leads me to guess others are missing too.

This may seem ridiculous that I'm saying this, but don't travel alone, don't be alone, [Ignore the fact that he was currently.], let others know if you're going somewhere. Use the buddy-system if you have to.

[There's a pause as he looks away, licking his lips.] I've been doing research, as most of you are aware, and after running the calculations 3-4 times, my evidence is conclusive. If this is Earth, which I'm not for certain if it is yet or not, I must admit... We're in the northern hemisphere, judging by the weather patterns and the sun's movements in the sky. The winds... Westerlies, marking us at about 30-60 degrees latitude. Of course, this is all based off of if we're on Earth.

This leads me to my next hypothesis, which a couple of you have already thrown out there - bravo! Good for you! - I think we're in a pocket universe. Time doesn't flow linear, it never had, it's all... wibbly-wobbly, of course, but the star charts aren't quite right, which doesn't make sense at all if this is, in fact, Earth. I said Northern hemisphere, but if you look up at the sky, the charts don't match that correctly. It's a blend... I can't locate us due to that. And with so many people coming from other worlds, universes, alternative timelines, it's making this all rather strange. I know very few species capable of this feat, which... [He trails off, not wanting to think who has this kind of power and technology they possess. Enough to rival his own TARDIS, that is for sure.]

There's a chance I can get us out, but it'll take time. If there's any tools, scraps lying about, unused appliances, radios... I'd like to have those, please.



[Private to Fortescue]
You said you wanted to help? Find me all the tools you can.

[Private to Mina]
If you don't mind, may I take your kitchen appliances? Not to be blunt, but it isn't like you need them. But keep the kettle... I like making tea there when I visit you. I'll give you a hot plate.

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[primogen_vampirate]

[Mina laughs softly. And then starts sparkling.]

[nevermindtherunning]

Ohhh yes! [Short attention span, Doctor?] See? I think it's lovely...

[At least it was lovelier than his possible burnt tongue.]

[primogen_vampirate]

It was an accident. I would blame my niece for it, but she had...

...well. Shall we say...good intentions?

[nevermindtherunning]

[He offers her a smile and playfully nudges her legs as he slid to stand next to her more, now taking small sips of the tea.]

If causing yourself to sparkle is the worst of it, then I don't think it's so bad.

[primogen_vampirate]

I'm afraid it's not the worst of it.

[She lightly nudges him with her toes.]

Do you really think it's that simple, darling?

[nevermindtherunning]

Keep calling me 'darling' and I'm going to think, 'yes'.

[primogen_vampirate]

Don't care for it?

[nevermindtherunning]

Quite the opposite, actually.

[He found it endearing, and it tended to always bring a smile to his face.]

[primogen_vampirate]

You're unique there. A lot of people seem bothered by it.

[nevermindtherunning]

[Well that earned a smug grin.] I'm not just anyone, remember?

[primogen_vampirate]

You most certainly are not "just anyone."

[nevermindtherunning]

[With that, he leaned over and kissed her cheek.] Nor are you, Mina.

[primogen_vampirate]

[She turns her face toward him, her lips just brushing against his for a second or two.]

I do believe that was a compliment.

[nevermindtherunning]

I'm not always rude, mind you.

[He lightly touches her cheek, returning the kiss, pressing his lips to hers.]

[primogen_vampirate]

[Mina leans in. It's different from last time, when she suddenly snogged him in the church. That was rough and playful and almost silly.

This time, there's definitely more to it. Feelings, perhaps. It's hard to tell with her.]

[nevermindtherunning]

[The Doctor liked her; liked her quite a bit, actually, which considering his recent past, was something. Rose had left, trapped in another universe to where he couldn't see her again, but at least he knew she was happy. Then he was forced to erase Donna's memories, and nearly killed everyone important to him thanks to Davros. He forced himself to be alone after that, and alone he was determined to be until here.

Why he liked Mina, he wasn't certain, but he did. Perhaps her quick wit, ability to relate to him... the list grew on.

And so he kissed her and all conflicts and feelings aside, he wanted this.]

[primogen_vampirate]

[Everything grew more and more unexpected, and more uncertain for Mina. She wasn't much of a romantic. Mostly because romance was for other people. Perhaps worthier people. Who knew? It had just been such a long time since she found herself in this position.

She doesn't know what to make of it, really.

But she's fancied him right from the start. She'd convinced herself it was an intellectual pursuit, nothing more. At the moment, however, her body is telling her otherwise. She finds herself reaching out to take his face in her hands, deepening the kiss.]

[nevermindtherunning]

[He moves, placing a hand on the counter on each side of her, leaning in slightly as the kisses became a tad longer, deeper. He followed her lead, letting her set the tone.

And finally there's a moment where he breaks away, sliding a hand to cradle her cheek, entwining fingers in her locks. He's leaning forward and presses his forehead to hers and finally speaks with a slightly lowered voice.]

I'm going to get us out of here, Mina. I promise... I can do this. Scientists or not, they're not going to keep us here.

[primogen_vampirate]

[She makes a tiny noise of objection when the kissing stops, but manages to quash it enough to listen.

And it makes her smile a little. For all she knows, it's an empty promise, but it's genuine.]

So then we can go traveling in your big, blue box?

[nevermindtherunning]

[He pulls back, looking at her.] Will you come with me?

[It had dawned on him that given she wasn't human, his promises of forever were slightly more realistic with her than Rose or Donna. Mina actually could stay.]

[primogen_vampirate]

Of course. I said I would. And I honor my word.

[nevermindtherunning]

[Without another word, he crashes his lips against hers again, hoping that conveyed his thoughts on the matter. Forget about the ridiculous prophecy! There were so many things he wanted to show her.]

Man, I need a kissing icon!

[primogen_vampirate]

[Mina is only too happy to reciprocate. She kisses back, slipping her fingers through his hair and pulling him closer.]

I only have... like 2. (and neither are from Doctor Who, LOL)

[nevermindtherunning]

[The hand that was in her hair, now moved to her waist, keeping him balanced. Really, this hadn't been his intention of coming over, although he'd be lying if he hadn't thought about kissing her before.

And now more than ever, he wanted to escape and get them out of this place. His roommates were gone and he was completely alone in his house, so no one to be disturbed by his ridiculous focus and drive about to come.]

[primogen_vampirate]

[She hooks her leg around his waist, pulling him up against the counter.]

Would there be more of this in your box?