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Post by Harley Quinn on Aug 16, 2010 2:56:14 GMT
Harley had gone straight home from the hospital after seeing Crane, fatigue hitting her on the journey, despite the rather deep sleep the ProSom had induced. There had been reporters outside the hospital that she'd pushed by, saying the asylum would release a statement the following morning. The trip back to the Narrows had been depressingly cheerful, making Harley wish she could hit everyone around her. She was still confused about the incidents following the fundraiser and the last thing she wanted to see was a lot of happy, smiling people. She wanted to get back to the asylum, but knew it was pointless until the next day.
She had napped when she got in, taking a long time to actually fall asleep as she tossed and turned, trying to block out the many thoughts swirling inside her head. She barely slept a few hours when she jolted awake at the sound of a car alarm outside, vaguely aware that in her dream she'd been back in the getaway car, lips locked with the Joker. Shaking off the sleep, she'd showered and changed, finding the absence of her work clothes oddly unwelcome. She knew she wouldn't be able to just stay there in her apartment, left alone with her thoughts, and so after a brief moment of consideration, she'd grabbed her bag and headed out.
Olivia's name had been in her rolodex since the girl had started at Arkham so it had been quick to find her address. The journey there wasn't even too long, as they both had the misfortune of living in the Narrows. Hair still damp and unstyled, Harley knocked on Olivia's door, tugging at the hem of her navy jumper with her spare hand.
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Post by Olivia Hale on Aug 16, 2010 3:08:20 GMT
((Just so I can keep my mental timeline running smoothly, this is before Acceptance))
Olivia had been avoiding Charlie ever since his return home. She just didn't feel like dealing with the fall out that was sure to come. She'd lurk in her bedroom until he went off to work, or went out (she had a feeling he was avoiding her as well), and then sit in the living room and watch movies all day until he got home.
She was in the middle of "X-Men" when there was a knock on the door. Still in her pajama bottoms and tank top, Olivia got up and opened the door, smiling at the sight of Harley.
"Hi, Harley! Come on in and make yourself comfortable! I am beyond relieved to see that you're already up and about."
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Post by Harley Quinn on Aug 16, 2010 3:13:32 GMT
As Olivia opened the door, Harley found herself smiling back, glad to see she was in a better state than she had been in the last time she'd seen her. It felt like a much longer period of time had passed.
'You too,' Harley replied, much more sincerly than her words to Crane as she walked into the apartment, doing the standard nosy look around. It seemed like every apartment in the Narrows was similar, no matter the decor. Turning to face Olivia, Harley gave her an almost concerned look. 'How are you doing?'
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Post by Olivia Hale on Aug 16, 2010 3:19:37 GMT
Olivia flapped a hand at Harley, shutting the door and sitting back on the couch. "Oh, I'm fine. No worries."
She looked over the other woman. "And how are you doing? They didn't hurt you when you three left, did they? I was worried." She pulled her legs up on the couch and crossed them, fiddling with the hem of her pants.
"I'm sorry, by the way. That night's a little foggy but I know we argued..."
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Post by Harley Quinn on Aug 16, 2010 3:22:21 GMT
Sitting down on the very edge of a chair, Harley shook her head slightly. 'I don't really remember,' she lied, trying the story she'd told the police on someone she actually knew for the first time, 'they gave me some drug in the car so I was out.'
Remembering the argument, Harley nodded, biting her lip as she shrugged her shoulders. 'I'm sorry too,' she murmured, 'I guess emotions were just running high.'
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Post by Olivia Hale on Aug 16, 2010 3:25:47 GMT
"Well, at least you're okay. I'm glad the drug didn't screw with you permanently." Like my 'treatment' did... She shook the thought from her head and smiled weakly. "Well, I suppose it's all water under the bridge now, right?"
Olivia rubbed the back of her neck, unsure of what to say. "So...what's next for Arkham, do you know? I kind of just want to get back to work and put all of this behind me."
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Post by Harley Quinn on Aug 16, 2010 3:30:42 GMT
Harley nodded, giving a little crooked smile as Olivia spoke about water under the bridge. Tension was going to be ripe in Arkham as it was, without her quarreling with one of the few people she could stand. At the question, Harley didn't know whether to look very happy or very sad and so settled for a rather emotionless expression.
'I'm taking over Dr Crane's job,' she stated, 'I guess... staff can return whenever they feel well to. I haven't really had a chance to deal with anything yet.'
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Post by Olivia Hale on Aug 16, 2010 3:38:47 GMT
Olivia raised an eyebrow. "Well, congratulations, Dr. Quinzel! When did all this happen? Is he going to be returning to Arkham at all?"
I wonder if he really did snap. She mused, twirling a lock of hair with her finger. She was rather looking forward to seeing Harley step up into a major position like that. Maybe things will finally take a turn for the better around that place.
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Post by Harley Quinn on Aug 16, 2010 3:42:35 GMT
'I saw him at the hospital,' Harley said slowly, not sure exactly how best to tackle the question as to whether or not he was coming back. After all, they'd all seen him lose him and seen his drug so his return was bound to look a little fishy. It wouldn't help either when the patients continued to talk of experiements, now everyone knew what they were talking about.
'He is coming back,' she murmured, idly tugging on her sleeves. 'Just, you know, under probation or whatever.'
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Post by Olivia Hale on Aug 16, 2010 14:51:21 GMT
Olivia nodded. "Sounds good."
She glanced up at Harley, looking a bit troubled. "Um, so, I was wondering what you were planning on doing about Harvey. Will you be taking him on as a patient? I'm worried that he'll be a bit...uncooperative with most people regarding his treatment, and I want to see him walk out of there someday."
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Post by Harley Quinn on Aug 16, 2010 20:36:02 GMT
At the question, Harley glanced away from Olivia. She had been surprised to learn Olivia was involved with Harvey but now it had just settled as 'one of those things' in her head. It made sense she'd be concerned about what would happen to him, even if he had tortured her.
Shrugging her shoulders a little, Harley looked back at her, 'I honestly don't know. I can try taking him on but I can't promise I'll make any progress.'
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