2nd Punch

[medicalpunch]

[Action]

[A - Item shop]

[Sakura's on a new mission! Change up her look and her style in order to get that so-special man. If her hair is a displeasing color and her forehead looks bad, well, why not fix it?

So she'll be found in the item shop, browsing jumbled boxes of hair dye that seem to have made their way into the picture and contemplating what can be done with them.]

Hmm... black's pretty traditional. I'm not sure it would work that well with my skin, though. Moving from a light tone to a dark tone is tricky... maybe brunette? This one's got a bit of a red undertone to it, that should keep it looking natural...

[B - In/Around the Battle Dome]

[Regardless of the state of her hair, she'll still be doing everything she can to keep in training -- and that doesn't mean only her medical work! If anything, she's putting more energy than usual into physical strength training. Heading to the battle dome either early in the morning or as soon as she's done at the clinic, she'll be pushing herself for long, strenuous workouts, often leaving only when she's wobbly-kneed and exhausted.

Anyone catching her heading in will see determination and pride in her steps; anyone catching her leaving will find her staggering, sweat-drenched and longing for nothing more than a shower back in CH1.]


[C - Around the village, 11th-14th]

[Okay, so she's starting to get a little desperate. The clock is ticking on her bet with Ino, to run out the evening of the 14th, and she's dateless. So she'll start to wear more makeup, dressing more nicely, and making mostly very awkward attempts to flirt with any guy who looks interesting - or interested! It's embarrassing, yes, but she's made her bet and she'll fulfill it! Even if it was really a stupid thing to let herself get goaded into.]



[Voice - morning of the 14th]

Does anyone have some advice on dyeing or restyling hair? I'm thinking about trying a bit of a new look, but I'm afraid I've not really done this much myself! [Have a slight nervous giggle here -- most of her own hair-cutting adventures have involved kunai and the heat of combat, after all.] Some help would really be appreciated.

((ooc: whether or not she actually dyes/cuts her hair is still TBD depending how threads play out!))

Comments

[voice - morning of 14th response]

[mysicksadlife]

[This is Daria, looking older and actually somewhat less sarcastic, albeit still as hard-headed.]

Why do you need a new look at all? [No, really, Sakura. There's nothing wrong with you.]

[medicalpunch]

[Admitting it's because a boy thinks her forehead is ugly is for squares. Plus, Ino might see this.]

Oh, I just think it's time for a change, that's all!

[mysicksadlife]

[Well, as long as it's not because of some boy...

Oh, wait.

Actually, Daria's done one or two stupid things for guys herself, in buried moments of her past.]

Nothing's wrong with that - but is there even a hair place around here?

[medicalpunch]

Not that I've been able to find. I'm just hoping that there's someone around with decent skills, because the best I've got is a knife!

[Oh man, don't even get Sakura started.]

[mysicksadlife]

[By now, she's well aware that Quinn is 'still' here, too, which makes it Sakura's lucky day.]

My sister likes that sort of thing. You could try asking her if she'll help you out.

[medicalpunch]

Oh? I'm glad to meet anyone who can help. What's her name?

[mysicksadlife]

Her name's Quinn. She's pretty noticeable. [To say the least. But at least Daria acknowledges it without sarcasm or put-down, this time.]

[cuteisawayoflife]

[Ooh, someone's ears are burning!]

Did I hear something about a makeover?

[medicalpunch]

Well, I've been thinking about changing up my hair... maybe bangs, change the color...


I'm Sakura, by the way.

[mysicksadlife]

I thought she'd be around about now. That's her.

Quinn, this is Sakura. Sakura, this is Quinn.

[cuteisawayoflife]

[That sound you just heard? Was Quinn squealing in delight.]

I'm Quinn! I can come by with lots of magazines and style ideas, I'm sure I can help you find something that's just right for you!

[mysicksadlife]

And I can help myself find some aspirin.

[cuteisawayoflife]

Oh, Daria, it might do you some good to watch. Just in case you decide to change your look someday.

[mysicksadlife]

Not happening. Not even close.

[cuteisawayoflife]

[Siiiigh. Daria, must you keep being so resistant?]

Never say never, Daria.

[mysicksadlife]

I'm fine the way I am, Quinn.

[cuteisawayoflife]

If you say so.

[medicalpunch]

[Well, she certainly sounds like a good help!]

I'd love it! Sounds like a great way to spend an afternoon. I'm in CH1, fourth floor...

[cuteisawayoflife]

CH1, fourth floor. Got it!

[-> action?]

[medicalpunch]

I'll be waiting!

[And indeed she is, hanging out in the fourth floor hallway.]

[action]

[cuteisawayoflife]

[Knock knock! Quinn was able to find the place surprisingly fast.]

[medicalpunch]

[And there she is! Sakura gives her a bright smile as she opens the door.]

Hi! You must be Quinn, I'm Sakura. Come on in!

[cuteisawayoflife]

[She'll do just that, the bundle of magazines and things tucked under her arm]

Nice to meet you, Sakura.

[medicalpunch]

Likewise!

[Sakura's got a spot cleared for them to spread out and work, right now for laying down magazines and picking out ideas. She's also picked up some boxed dye, black and red.]

This is going to be fun! I really appreciate your help.

[cuteisawayoflife]

Oh, it's my pleasure. I haven't had a chance to do this since I came here! [She's so happy to be back in her element. Just because she's smarter now doesn't mean she'll ever forget what's important!]