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[maraudingmutt]

[If you happen by the beach you might notice something running along the sea shore - a large black dog, more specifically. Every now and then, the canine would stop, look around. . . and offer a little bark. . . Before continuing it's trek down the beach, occasionally nipping at whatever creatures got into it's path playfully.

This dog, however, was not really a dog at all. . . Nor was he feeling quite as cheerful as his playful actions may have implied. In fact, more than anything. . .He was feeling quite lost. This wasn't hardly Hogwarts, that much he knew. . . Nor did he know of any place quite like this in the vicinity of Hogwarts. . . The climate was tropical, after all.

Not quite understanding how he got here, who brought him here or even what manner of people resided here. . Sirius had therefore judged it best for him to remain in dog form. In fact, he'd likely just play off being a lost stray until he could get some idea of where he was and how to get back. He also hadn't failed to notice his wand was missing, which left him at a bit more of a disadvantage.

If this was someone's idea of a practical joke, even he was finding it unamusing.

It was after some time of running about aimlessly that he found himself in a place that seemed almost like a small town, various shops and what seemed to be apartment complexes appearing before him. He continued padding his way through town, black tail swishing back and forth uncertainly as he approached a fountain before curling up in front of it. He was getting tired of walking. . .and it appeared it was too late for much of anyone to be out and about - at least from what he could tell thus far.

For now, he decided that in front of the fountain was a good place to wait until perhaps others were about for him to get some further information.]

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[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{He moves it out of your reach just in time and you get his hand instead.}

[marauding-mutt.livejournal.com]

[He's going to be licking your hand now after releasing it.]

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{He'll pet your ears, but he's still not forgiving you for the robes, the hand doesn't really matter. He moved after all.}

You should know better than to mess with someone else's wand by now, Pads.

[marauding-mutt.livejournal.com]

[That's him pressing into the petting. He wouldn't admit it, but he likes being petted. especiallybyyouwaitwut. He's just going to give a little bark in response. For whatever that meant.]

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

". . . Mmm?"

[There's a faint hint of cigarette smoke in the air. . .and the source of it becomes obvious after a few minutes. A well-dressed man in his 20's strolling towards you, a cigarette held loosely between his lips. He's going to eye you and the dog a moment, before speaking up.]

". . . I suppose you're new around here?"

[. . . There's a flaming feline staring at Sirius oddly, leaping down from the man's shoulder to come right up and investigate.]

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{Remus stands smoothly, but quickly.}

Yes, I arrived a little while ago. Could you please explain about this place?

{He eyed the cat warily. First off, it was flaming and secondly...animals didn't get on too well with him. He kept his wand drawn by his side at his leg just in case.}

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

[The feline just looks up at you a moment, large crimson eyes just staring as if trying to size you up. . .Before continuing it's examination of the so-called 'dog'. Neither of you seemed to be quite what you appeared and while Gokudera couldn't tell this. . .His cat could.]

". . . This place? It's known as Kunpuu - an island ruled by mermaids. . .and with no way off of it. Basically you're stuck until. . I guess the mermaids just get bored of your presence."

[He took a drag of his cigarette.]

". . . It's not exactly a normal place, as it pulls people from all different times and dimensions."

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

...Mermaids? They don't have that kind of power....but I suppose if this isn't our world..

{He runs a hand over his hair.}

Everything could be different.

{He glances at your suit.}

So you're....

{He doesn't want to use the term muggle...but he's not sure how else to say it.}

not a wizard?

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

[His eyes flicked to that wand in your hand, but he really doesn't seem too bothered by it.]

". . .No, I'm not. . . and these mermaids may as well be goddesses for all the power they have over this island. They literally control every aspect of it."

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{Idly he slid his wand behind his ear and rubbed his neck.}

I'm Remus Lupin, and this is Padfoot.

{He patted Sirius on his head and smiled up slightly at Gokudera.}

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

[. . Uri just stared at the dog as you patted him, looked at Gokudera and offered a little meow.]

". . . Gokudera Hayato. And that would be Uri."

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{Remus nodded.}

How does life work here? Do you have a government or....is there a loose coalition of worlds? I don't want us to cause problems on accident....

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

" . . . Nothing as complex as that. Basically we just go on our own way. There's no government of any type, unless you count Azaria and Thalassa - the two mermaid sisters that rule the island. Even so, they usually don't so much tell us what to do. Thalassa tends to be responsible for making life hell though."

[He frowned a little at that.]

". . . Basically, I'd recommending just finding a job and getting an apartment. That's what most of us do."

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{He frowns slightly.}

Can you recommend anything for us, sir?

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

[He seems to be regarding you thoughtfully a moment, as if summing you up in his mind. After a moment, he speaks up.]

" . . Well, I'm not so sure about your dog but. . . I suppose if you think you could handle a position as a waiter, I could use someone at the Italian restaurant. If you're interested, anyways."

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

That would be wonderful.....

{He glances at Sirius.}

I'm sure Pads will be able to find something to occupy himself.

{In other words, Remus wasn't going to support him if he didn't get a job too.}

[marauding-mutt.livejournal.com]

[The dog just bounces a little as if stupidly interested by hearing his name, offering a little playful bark.]

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

[He glanced over at the excitable dog, quirking a brow before turning his attention back to you.]

". . Perhaps I should show you around a little bit? Things aren't really hard to find, but we normally get an early start and it wouldn't do to be late on your first day."

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

I would really appreciate that.

{Smiling at Gokudera and ignoring the dog whom he is still annoyed with.}

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

[He's going to start walking back the direction he had been coming from, motioning for you to follow.]

". . . I had just been back on my way home from the restuarant when I ran into you. It's not too far off this way, so I'll show you that first."

[. . . Padfoot, on the other hand, was curious about the feline now, staring up at it and offering a bark. He just got a hiss in reply.]

" . . Uri!"

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{For good measure Remus tossed a flat look over his face.}

Padfoot, if you mess with that cat I'll never share chocolate with you ever again.

{With an apologetic smile he looks to Hayato again.}

Thank you.

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

" .. Err. . . You know. . .Dogs aren't supposed. . .to eat chocolate. It could kill them."

[He had hesitated before saying this. That was just a really odd comment to say to a dog.]

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{Remus blinked slowly and a rare look that was probably exactly the one that landed him a place in the infamous marauders crossed his face.}

Oh~? You hear that Padsy~? More for me.

[smokin-bomb-59.livejournal.com]

[The dog is going to whimper at you pathetically in response to that and press his nose against your leg.]

" . . Strange dog. Is he usually like this?"

[. . Uri is staaaarrrriiiiinnngggg. . .at Sirius.]

[marauding-wolf.livejournal.com]

{Remus is going to ignore him until he turns back into the handsome devil young man he's supposed to be.}

Oh no. He's normally much worse.

{He'll be grabbing his wet clothes from the fountain and attempting to dry them a bit as they walk by.}