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dolemeck ([personal profile] dolemeck) wrote in [community profile] nextgenerationmarvel2014-10-17 08:38 pm

A Meeting With Headmistress Ramsey

Dolemeck was nervous as he sat outside of Rachel's office. He was nervous for many reasons, none of them particularly bad. Though he did worry that she found out that he nearly destroyed a tree with his powers on the mansion grounds. That was embarrassing, though not as much as stealing a nap in Bobbi's bed!

He tried to sit with his back straight, hissing as he felt some pain from doing so. Between the bruises and the stress he was under, he was surprised he was not hurting more. Despite that, it would not stop him from doing important things... like speaking with Headmistress Ramsey. He needed her help on two matters, and hoped she was the right person to go to.
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[personal profile] nohoundsallowed 2014-10-18 02:50 am (UTC)(link)
"Or a Sentinel could fall out of the sky tomorrow and kill you. There are so many worse case scenarios here that focusing on them leads to a paralysis of a different sort." Rachel set her forearms on her desk and leaned forward. Her gaze was unwavering but gentle.

"You're a telekinetic. That you're getting more power as you use it more is common. The training we offer here will help with the control and fine details. It takes time and effort, but it is in the realm of possibilities for you, Dolemeck."
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[personal profile] nohoundsallowed 2014-10-18 03:30 am (UTC)(link)
"Try harder and don't get discouraged it's not happening right away. Just like physical skills, tk takes some time to get refined and really good at it." Rachel reached over and plucked the phone out of the air. She eyed the backside of the phone.

"Unless you're gunning for just a new phone, you don't have to give up this phone for a new number. Most service providers allow you to change your phone number online."
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[personal profile] nohoundsallowed 2014-10-18 03:53 am (UTC)(link)
Rachel frowned at the phone. "I will have to talk to Professor Richards about this later. We'll see what we can do about your own phone, but for now."

She went into Dolemeck's phone, removed his father as a contact, and blocked the number to keep the phone quiet. She held the phone out to him.

"If he circumvents this or anything else, we'll get a restraining order put in place."
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[personal profile] nohoundsallowed 2014-10-18 04:27 am (UTC)(link)
"I know it's not Franklin's fault, but there are some things I need to discuss with him." The emphasis had been put on his last name to remind the student in front of her that Franklin was a teacher here.

She settled back more into her plush yet comfortable chair.

"And it's not your fault your father is acting this way. Have you talked to Dayton about this?"
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[personal profile] nohoundsallowed 2014-10-18 10:44 pm (UTC)(link)
"Your brother's right about your father. Drug addiction and alcoholism are diseases. They can cause a loss of control and serious emotional and mental complications that require professional help and counseling. It's a very daunting task as his child having to deal with it." A pad of paper and a pen floated out of a desk drawer that opened and closed. She grabbed the pen as the paper settled onto the desk in front of her.

"You father's blocked on your phone now. If he emails you, block that, too. You need some time to process this. And one of the things you can do is learn all you can. Check out the facts about what he's using, its effects, and its consequences." She started writing down some things on the paper. "It's also hard for a parent to admit to their child there's a problem. Particularly if he doesn't see it himself."

She paused in writing. "This isn't your fault in any way, Dolemeck. You can’t control what your father does about his problem, but you can get help for yourself. You can talk to myself or any teacher here about it."

She finished writing down information and ripped the paper from the small tablet. She held out the paper to him. "Here's some phone numbers and websites to find help for you here in the States and some you can pass along to Dayton at home. All of this is confidential and won't get out to the public if either of you are worried about that."
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[personal profile] nohoundsallowed 2014-10-19 01:56 am (UTC)(link)
"Then you'll need to read up on drug addiction and alcoholism. Because that will answer a lot of the whys you have. And he can hide it because there's people around him to help with it. Benign or not."

She watched him stuff the note into his pocket. "Some of those numbers there are support groups for people your age going through the same thing. While we are family and can give you some of the support you need, it also helps to have people who know what you're going through."

She gave him a gentle smile. "Sometimes it feels like the universe does that. But believe me, it's not gunning for you. Life just likes to challenge people."
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[personal profile] nohoundsallowed 2014-10-19 03:16 am (UTC)(link)
One thing about a telepathic headmaster, she could sense things that students were trying to hide. She rose smoothly to her feet.

"Dolemeck, if you're in pain, please go see Dr. McCoy or Dr. Reyes. While we don't have a quick cure for your spine, they can help with lessening the pain. And if you need anything else, you know where to find me."