Thieves, Errands, and Winter Nights {Damion}{Terra}

[Damion Madera (of District 7)]

-Opening-

It was a cold and snowy winter night in the inner streets of District 7. The streets, being covered in pounds of snow, were completely empty but for a few pieces of trash here and there. This was the time of the night when a shadow descended upon unsuspecting stores. It was especially easier for this so called shadow to descend upon stores on this particular night. This was the first bad snow storm District 7 had received this year and most of the residents had fled away to take shelter in their homes. The shadow? Who is it? Ah, of course, Damion Madera... the rascal that got beaten for stealing from the district market...

-Transition to Damion Madera-

Ah... It had to snow, didn't it. Well, at least no one's around to see me. The cold air pierced his lungs as he stomped his way through the dense frozen substance. He both hated and loved it when it snowed. Most could tell and agree why he hated the snow, but his love of it came from the fact that no one wondered the streets at night when the amount of snow got too large. That meant he could go along with his business without having to worry much. His boots left footprints in the snow, but were quickly being covered back up. This was one of those nights where families would cuddle up next to a fire and read a story, but not Damion. He had work to do... well, his secret night job, at least.

He neared his destination... the bakery. On a night like this, he would be able to sneak into the bakery building without anyone knowing and possibly warm food in the ovens. His original plan had been to steal from the general store, but when an opportunity like this arose, he quickly took advantage of it. I'll be sure to bring some back for my brother... It's been a while since we enjoyed time together... Ah! There it is. Now, there should be some kind of back entrance... 

Damion carefully eyed the bakery and inspected it to make sure that no one was there. He didn't think anyone would be, but had to make sure. The building seemed deserted and the windows were covered in so much frost that it was impossible to see inside. There's another plus. If anyone so happens to wonder the streets, there's no way they could see inside the building. Damion looked up. That chimney could be a problem, though I doubt anyone could see it in this weather. Damion continued to inspect the building in order to make sure his plan was as good as it could be.

[Terra Perthshire | D7]

Terra wasn't like the majority of her district. She had errands to run, and no amount of snow was going to stop her from getting it done. Well, except all the closed shops. She had been lucky enough to catch a couple of the merchants. In her small bag she had a small spool of thread and a thing of cheese she managed to snag just as the shop was closing. Now, she was still in a desperate rush to get food. Her family had gone virtually dry on food, and today was the day they were going to resupply, but the weather had other plans.

So, while her parents got the fire going and gathered up blankets, Terra was out trying to get as much as she could, food or not. Sadly, all the shops had finally closed, so Terra was struggling through the snow to get back home. The snow obscured her vision, leaving her walking blindly around trying to find her house. 

Through the white haze, though, the outline of a figure became faintly visible. Maybe that person can help.. Obviously, she didn't know who she was trying to approach, as the snow didn't allow that sort of visibility, but as she neared, she began to make out a face. It was a boy, someone she'd seen around and in the woods. She slowed down as she realized something. He seemed to be examining the place. It took a moment for her to realize it was the bakery. Hm.. 

Terra approached, her arms folded across her chest, trying to keep warm. "It's closed." She said matter-of-factly, glancing towards the snow covered building.

( Ew.. That was horrible. )

[Damion Madera (of District 7)]

Startled by the sudden sound of a voice behind him, Damion twirled around to see a girl approaching. He had seen this girl around, but he couldn't remember where. "Uh... I understand that it is closed." Damion responded. He started to feel nervous. Shit... this isn't good. He took a step back and looked the girl up and down. "Are you hungry?" he asked her tentatively before noticeably glancing back at the bakery. "There's plenty of food in there, you know. I hear that the peacekeepers sometimes get free meals from this place." Damion turned and looked back at the girl to await her response. 

(It's not bad. You'll get better with experience and there's only one way to get experience, right?)

[Terra Perthshire | D7]

( Very true. )

Terra raised a brow quizzically. Finally she got close enough to really make out his features. A brief moment past as she tried to place a name to the person standing before her, but found herself at a dead end. She tilted her head and sighed before finally responding to his question. "Yes, but from the way you're casing the place, I have a feeling what you have in mind isn't legal." It was clear she was one of the many District 7 residents that were perfectly happy not getting on the Peacekeepers' radar. "Even if there's nobody around, you'll get caught eventually," she pointed out calmly. She adjusted the bag hanging from her shoulder and tucked her arms in tighter around her body.

[Damion Madera (of District 7)]

"Listen, darling. I don't get caught," he smirked calmly before it eventually slid away, "Oh wait... I did get caught once, but that's besides the point." He adjusted his weight onto another leg before continuing. "The owners of this bakery are stinking rich. They can settle with a few losses. There are many people in this district that are starving and these people eat the dream every night and even give it away at no cost to those dreadful 'peace' keepers." He stopped, turned, and looked at her. "Anyways, what are you doing out in this weather? Don't you know you could get a cold?" he said, sarcastically.

[Terra Perthshire | D7]

Terra couldn't help but let the tiniest of laughs escape her lips at his final comment. "A cold is the least of my worries." She shook her head. "I see your point, though." She paused. "I have a deal for you. If you can somehow manage to get in there," she pointed to the bakery, "get me some bread and I'll half this." She pulled the block of cheese out of the bag at her hip. It was wrapped in plastic and was still cold due to the weather. Before he would respond, she slid the cheese back where it was originally placed. "What do you say.." The corners of her mouth turned up. Terra was never one to break rules and go against the laws placed in her district, but she was hungry. And so was her parents. They both worked, well, not her mom considering the state she was in.

[Damion Madera (of District 7)]

"Well, I do believe I can find a way in. I'll be sure to grab something for you if you can keep watch. I don't want to get myself cornered." He looked at the building again. Okay... where do I begin? The backdoor seems like a likely option, though I may leave a small trace if I use that... He looked back up to where the almost secluded chimney sat and let out a small laugh. That would be a perfect entry. I wouldn't have to break any locks, either. Though, getting up there would be the hardest part. "This may be my most difficult attempt, yet." With that, he wiped the snow off his leather gloves and started stretching. "Oh, one more thing, I hope you don't plan on bailing on me or reporting me to those jugg heads."