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[bossily]

[Hello there, Asgard. Clara normally avoids using the network, just because she doesn't think it really works with making her not feel awkward and weird, but she's decided to break her rule of not using it all that often in order to get a message out there, and also ask a couple of things.

Unsure of how to just jump into talking, she reaches up to tuck hair behind her ear, awkwardly waving and smiling as she does so.]

Right, so, first off -

[There's a pause, and she hesitates, bringing her hand up toward her mouth so she can bite at her pinkie.]

Figure I ought to let anyone that heard I was gone know I'm back.

[Another pause, and her eyes shift off to the left. Then the right. Awkward.]

Obviously.

[Another pause, and she chuckles a bit, just because she really needs to get better at talking over these things.]

Also, had a bit of a question for the lot of you. I could use a distraction or two, and was wondering if any of the adults out there might be interested in English language or literature lessons? Free of charge, of course, just something fun to pass the time in between nearly being killed.

[Her smile becomes more warm now, and her talking more at ease, her mannerisms much more animated as she eases into subjects she enjoys talking about.]

And on that incredibly studious note, I'm also looking for someone who might be able to help me with my growth power. I've been to the library here and there looking for any information I can find on plants, and always seem to find things too broad to be of much use. Any help anyone can provide will be repaid one way or another.

[And not sure what else there is to say or how to end this, she brings a hand up to give a little salute as a sign off, and cuts things there.]

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[madcuriosity]

MISS CLARA! [She's going to focus on that first, and deal with the rest next.]

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[bossily]

[Laughing, she offers Alice a bright smile. How can she not? The girl is too adorable and excited.]

Hello there, Alice. Been managing to keep yourself out of trouble, haven't you?

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[sheloves]

Clara, Clara. [Ril is wrapped up in a rust colored blanket, her arm propped up on a pillow. Her smile is sleepy but warm and she is so very pleased to see her.] Back. Back is good. I owe you tea. Lots of tea.

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[bossily]

[And likewise, Clara is tremendously happy to see Ril. She tries to bite back her smile, not wanting to be the weird smiley girl right away.]

You look too comfortable to be the one to owe me tea, Ril. Think I'll bring some to you.

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[littlesurvivor]

Clara! You're back!

[Which is good. Clementine missed you okay. And Eleven. Just look at that smile. She missed the bedtime stories and fun. It's a relief to have her back, really.]

Maybe if you talk to Ellie or Sandy? They have growth and they're really good at it!

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[bossily]

Thought you'd keep me away forever, Clementine?

[There's a smirk, and Clara gives the girl a wink, laughing softly.]

Pretty sure I've talked to Ellie in passing, but it'd be nice to see her again, check up on how she's doing. Sort of like how I should head over and see how you're doing. I owe you a few stories, one for every night I was away.

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[herstrength]

There's a way to leave?

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[bossily]

Not by choice. That I know of, anyway. I didn't seem to have much of a say in the coming and going and coming back yet again process.

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[doveprincess]

[Sansa looks just a little ashamed on the screen.]

My La... Clara... I am sorry I did not try to contact you after our first meeting. It was quite rude of me, seeing how much you helped me when I arrived... I am sorry to here you were... gone... [Does she mean she turned grey for a while?]

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[bossily]

[Oh, Sansa. You are adorable. Clara is so glad she decided to adopt the Stark children, she and Robb are her favorites.]

Oh, don't worry about not contacting me. You've got a life here, haven't you? 'Course, I wouldn't argue if you wanted to check in on a more regular basis. Have you managed to find some dresses that're to your liking, Sansa?

[She just casually avoids discussing the being gone topic. It's a sensitive issue still.]

video; i'm sorry about him...

[iin2ufferable]

Eheheh. I know about growth powers.

[ He's definitely a teenage boy. ]

video; (ha! no, never apologize)

[bossily]

[Longest, most awkward pause goes here. She pulls a face, unsure if she wants to actually ask the next words that come out of her mouth.]

What sort of things do you know, exactly?

[She isn't sure if she'll regret asking or not, but she thinks it's worth the chance.]

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[digophelia]

English lessons?

[Which means, oh, good, this must mean Eleven has returned. Baby sister can rest easy now.]

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[bossily]

For anyone that needs help with spelling, grammar, general...English usage sorts of things. Boring, I know, but it's what I enjoy teaching back home. Thought I might as well offer it here, too.

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[utopianist]

[ She cannot help when it comes growth power nor can she think of how she would need lessons, but still Romana responds with a small smile and a nod of her head in greeting. ]

Welcome back, Clara.

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[bossily]

Always a pleasure, Keysmash. I take it you've been holding things together while I was gone?

[With their little family unit, of course.]

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[companioning]

It's nice to see you again, Clara. Welcome back.

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[bossily]

Hello again, Inara.

[Her new friend gets a bright smile, and a finger waggling hand wave.]

Have you seen the Doctor since he's been back?

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[bonnypiperlad]

[For all that Jamie's just planning on tracking down Clara again a little while later on, coming across her on the network's a welcome surprise. Hearing the words 'distraction or two', he's all set to come up with some sort of teasing quip for her, but then she mentions lessons - and by the time he actually gets around to turning on the feed, he's looking rather less mischievous and slightly more confused, because he's not entirely sure what she means by one thing she'd said.]

Literature lessons? Ye mean like...reading lessons?

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[bossily]

[Her face brightens a great deal upon seeing Jamie respond. She tries to hide her smile from behind her hand, but ends up failing miserably and just smiles like an idiot and nods eagerly.]

That's exactly what I mean, reading lessons. Do you...?

[She pauses, the look on her face turning into something more sheepish, silently asking him if he'd be interested.]

Well, it wouldn't hurt my feelings if you decided to say no, anyway. Think I'd still pick a book and read to you sometimes, all the same.

[gallifreyfalls]

[Oh look, someone else is still alive even if they have been out of sight for a while.]

Welcome back.

[bossily]

[Well, hello there. One of her favorite people. She just grins and grins, giving a little bounce of excitement.]

Hello, Doctor.

[There's a soft laugh, and another bounce. She knows who he is outside of Asgard now. And she's even more fond of him for it.]

I didn't think I'd see you again, not after -

[Pause.]

Wait. What's the last thing you remember, before being here?

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[firstbeliever]

[He looks curious.]

Did you go home?

Sandy and Ellie are really good with the growth power. I bet one of them would teach you if you asked.

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[bossily]

I did, yeah.

[And she doesn't exactly sound happy about it, but she does manage a smile.]

Alice suggested the exact same two people, you know. Suppose this is a case of brilliant minds thinking alike.

[goesagainst_thegrain]

Clara! It's lovely to see you made it back here with your memories intact.

I take it you'd like to resume your Gallifreyan language lessons?

[bossily]

Is that a thing that happens often? People returning without their memories. It sounds awful.

[She frowns, but there is a slight nod, meant to be in response to his question.]

Also, lessons resuming sounds perfect. Think we might have time for one tonight?

[She's incredibly restless. It's a problem.]

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[comeonthensexy]

[ Because they are totally in the same area (and I am assuming what area it is if you think otherwise kick me or smth) fight me.

Anyway, he's draped on her bed and reading, one bare foot hanging limply of the side of it. ]

Haven't I told you about the Student Council?

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[bossily]

[They're definitely in the same area, she's not going to be away from him anytime in the near future. So she's perfectly content to give her message to the general public with him right there, and when he speaks she turns and smiles over in his general direction. Making sure her bracelet is indeed no longer filming, she prances her way over to the bed and hops to plop down right next to him, promptly leaning up against him.]

You haven't. Get to resolving that, would you?

[It's a gentle demand, at least.]

[becauseichooseto]

Oh, holidaying, were you?

[bossily]

Something like that, yeah.

[She pulls an awkward face, something close to a grimace.]

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[ex_outofcontrol435]

Something happen in Elfland?

[He's casual, trying to offset her severe awkwardness, but can't quite hide a hint of concern.]

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[bossily]

[Biting at her lip to keep back the smile she has at seeing him, she gives a slight shake of her head.]

I did get hurt, but the Doctor healed it well enough. Something happened back home, though. Right before I woke up here again.

[izanyagi]

Welcome back, Clara-san.

[It's always more comforting to know that they come back instead of disappearing forever.]

I can help you with your powers, if you'd like. Or at least point you towards the right direction.

[bossily]

I'd love the help. Anything you could offer, anyone you can point me toward. I'd definitely owe you a favor or two.

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[hisstrength]

[She doesn't have much to contribute as far as the other two points go but Tris still figures she should say something.]

...welcome back?

[Looks a bit different when not grimy and also injured. But not much!]

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[bossily]

[Clara's very happy to see Tris is alive and well, and offers the girl a warm smile.]

I'll take a welcome from you, any day. You been holding things together alright, Tris?

[She definitely has a desire to take care of the teenager, and hopes she doesn't mind the slight mothering.]

[fantastix]

Clara!

That's one less of us gone. Some of us were starting to worry.

[bossily]

Hello, Doctor.

[Grinning, she gives a little wave.]

You couldn't keep me away for too long. I know how you boys like to get yourselves into trouble.

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[bays]

Language? You mean teachin' folks to talk all proper and such?

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[bossily]

[Smiling, she eagerly nods.]

That's exactly what I mean, yeah. Is it something you'd be interested in...maybe?

[Don't sound hopeful, Clara. Nope. Play it cool.]

[standsonhigh]

You were gone? Oh. Must of missed the memo on that one.

[Such a lovely friend, isn't he?] Since when did you get bitten by the teaching bug.

[bossily]

[Eyeroll goes here.]

Suppose I'll have to find it in me somewhere to forgive you for not noticing.

[And now it's time for a shrug and she just plays it cool to his question.]

There's nothing wrong with needing ways to occupy your time and distract yourself, is there?

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[riverrunswild]

[River smiles, inviting her back into her life. She has not known Clara for long, but she is a friend River knows she can trust with her life if need be.]

Good to see you back, Clara.

[A distraction, huh? Somehow looking at the brunette she gets the feeling that going back home was not all good. Outright asking though would most likely not be met with a reply so ...]

If there is anything you'd like to talk about, I'm there. Even if it's just for some girl talk.

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[bossily]

[River gets a warm smile, as she reaches up to tuck some of her new, floofy hair behind her ear.]

Oh, there's all sorts of things to talk about. Not too sure if the girl talk part of it would be appropriate though, since you're -

[His dead wife. Or just his wife, here. It's awkward, still. But she shoves that aside as best as possible.]

Well. You know how complicated things with the Doctor can be.