Simon jogged down the streets of Manhattan with a weighted backup, preparing for the next annual relay race competition held in his local district. He stopped for a second at an intersection and awaited his turn to cross the road when the hover-cars had cleared. The streets were, for the most part, calm that day, he was the only one to cross and felt a little embarrassed being stared at with little to no clothes on and bookbag running down the street and onto the sidewalk.
"Gotta keep running! Gonna train hard!"
He was on the other side, where stores and shops began popping up, first looking more run-down but as he got further within the city the buildings got taller and more professional business places appeared. This was Simon's usual routine, he enjoyed the thrill of working out and seeing the sights.
"OOF!"
"Hey, watch it punk! I'm trying to walk here!"
"Ow! Er, sorry! Sorry sir!"
He rubbed his head after accidentally bumping into one of the pedestrians walking, for he had not realized he was in the inner city already, which was much more heavily populated and thus he could not run further. He began walking, looking around and smiling at all the hussle and bussle of the world. He knew there was evil in Sirius, but for a moment, the tall structures and the booming businesses made him feel safe and calm. Simon used this time to relax, walk around, and finish his errands for the week. He approached the entrance to a tall building, a professional judicial building to be exact. The guards at the front stepped in front of him and asked him to show them his security card. He remembered it was in his pocket and quickly whipped it out and let them scan it. The doors opened, and he proceeded inside the fancy building. When suddenly something hit him.. He stood out. Dressed in small shorts and a small shirt with a weighted backback, he probably was going to attract to much attention. He thought to himself, then shrugged and decided to proceed to the counter. The check-in counter was to the right, and the electronic security scanner was to the left in front of the elevator.
"Hello ma'am! It's me, Simon! I'm here to speak with Mr. Raine, we had an appointment."
I'm sorry sir, but I have no record of an appointment for the judge at this time or under that name. Could you please inform me as to the purpose of your visit and what you wish to speak with Judge Raines concerning?
"Oh man oh man that's not good.. Hold on hold on.."
Simon turned to the side and looked at his holo-watch. He pressed a couple buttons and a small transparent screen appeared from it, showing him the time and date as well as his schedule. The man closed it and turned back towards the lady at the check-in counter.
"I'm gonna.. I'm gonna step aside for a moment, gonna make a call to my manager for a moment, I'll be right back!"
Simon scurried to the seating area, messing with his holo-watch on the way which caused a big thump as he recklessly knocked into a ceramic vase. He looked around awkwardly, mouthing the word 'sorry' to anyone who had seen that. Bending down and picking it up, he made sure to place it neatly back where it was.
He sat down at the couch beside him for a moment, looking through his schedule, pressing buttons on his holo-watch and phone. Simon put the device up to his ear and quietly spoke to his manager.
"Hey Phil are you sure I'm suppo-.. Uh-huh.. Alright. Ya, ya!.. Ok!.. Right, 'cause that'd be a waste of time. Yes yes I know the race is approaching, that's why I need to know if it's now or did we schedule it fo-.. Oh, ok.. Alright thanks, cya."
Simon stood up and walked fast-paced back to the lady at the counter.
"Ok, my appointment is definitely for today. It should be in there ma'am, but if it's not I think it's fine I only need a moment with Mr. Raine. Though ma'am this is an urgent and personal matter so please please pleeeaasee see if you can find anything, I'm begging ya!"
The secretary studiously ignored the man's evident rush and short patience, and calmly continued;
I'm afraid I cannot permit you to speak with Judge Raines without knowing the reason for your visit sir. Anything you say to me remains as confidential as those you speak with his Honor about. If you can give me the topic and some information as to your visit I can inform Mr. Raines and possibly get you an audience with him.
"Sigh.. Well.. Alright alright I'll tell you. But uh.." Simon looks around cautiously for a moment, then leans in and speaks softly. "If anyone found out about this.. I could be in some serious trouble.. Well, anyways. It's my manager. Phil. Something is UP with that guy.. I'm sponsored by several top companies, ok? They put in their money.. they donate.. my manager is supposed to, you know.. 'manage.' But instead all that money goes to HIM. He's a thief! I've even.." Simon looks around again then leans in closer "I've even seen him steal my own damn money! His paperwork was legit, I swear, but.. when i went to go back and check on it.. It was gone! GONE! This guy is trouble, his face screams 'DANGER.' So.. this is why I need a top p-"
A loud explosion was heard from the seating area. Shattered furniture flew in the air as smoke quickly began to fill the entrance floor. The guards quickly responded by turning on the sirens and moved in on the area where the explosion occurred, weapons drawn. The lady at the counter looked around confused, coughing as the smoke spread.
"OH MY GOD HE'S HERE. I'M RUNNING FOR THE HILLS LADY, WHATEVER HAPPENS I WAS NEVER HERE!"
Simon sprinted towards the elevator, passing through the security check and sounding the alarm but was muffled by the noise and confusion. He stopped short of entering and looked at the lights, none were on.
"Ah frak.. should'a known this would happen. Time for the old fashion way then."
The runner leaped to his right and quickly ran inside the fire escape route; the stairs. For any normal person It would have taken them several minutes to get to the 4th floor where Mr. Raine resided. Luckily for Simon, he was quick due to his intense training. Within moments he stopped in front of the 4th floor entrance. He reached inside a pocket within his bookbag and pulled out a fake guard uniform, putting it on quickly he smiled at himself, realizing his cunning and cleverness.
It was show time.
Entering the floor, he could see the confusion among all the employees as they scrambled to understand what had just happened below them. Heading for the far side of the floor, Simon shoved aside everyone until he reached Mr. Raine's office door. He opened it quickly and held out his hand to the official whom was attempting to organize his things into his case while simultaneously talk on two phones.
"Mr. Raines I've been tasked with protecting you and escorting you to safety sir, please come with me quickly."
//No, nothing too 'serious' will happen really. But at this point you're probably wondering wat-da-frak. We can continue, or we can stop if you'd like. But hey, this is the wonder of random RP!:D
