Ryan J. Sohmers

The garage door creaked open, raising upwards as the little silver kia rolled inside. Ryan shut the engine off and, rather than exit the car immediately, turned around to face Neji and Sasuke once more. "Neji, show Sasuke to the spare room that he'll be bunking in for now. I'll let you get your stuff settled in, then the three of us are going to talk." He spoke almost as if they were still teenagers, but his tones weren't disrespectful. The tones commanded respect and obedience, and as Neji knew, Ryan expected his rules to be followed. "I'll be waiting in the dining room when you guys are ready."

Neji

Neji just nodded as he led his friend to the spare room. You'd really rather be with a cop then your brother? He said with a frown. yesSasuke replied a he put his things away. at least for now. We can make plans to get away through out the day. Ryan probably won't stand me for long as isHe said. the two then headed to the dining room.

Ryan J. Sohmers

By the time the two had gotten Sasuke's things settled into his new room, Ryan was waiting in the dining room, hands clasped in front of him on the table as he went over the possible conversations in his head. He looked up from the vase he was staring at and made eye contact first with Neji, then with Sasuke, when the two entered. After waiting for them to sit down and join him, the man cleared his throat, "As I said, there'll be rules to follow around here, and I do expect some help around the house. I'm here to help you, but this isn't a free boarding kind of situation."

With that stated right off the bat, Ryan continued, "First and foremost, no more illegal activities; no robbing, no stealing, no hurting people - that all stops. And for your participation in that mugging earlier-" He gave them both a pointed look, reminding Neji and Sasuke that he hadn't forgotten about it, and he didn't for a second believe their lies, "-Community service, and you'll work to return whatever goods or money you took." The man held their gaze sternly for a moment or two, just to ensure they understood how serious he was on this. Then he relented a little, "Now, all that said, this is a safe place for you both. Meals, showers, clean clothes, and whatever kind of help you need. All you have to do is ask, okay?"

Neji

Neji sat down, he knew the speal already really. Neji frowned a little. Well returning the goods they stole would be impossible as they ate them but he didn't say athing on that . I have no problem with community serviceHe spoke which was kinda a lie. He hated doing such things but he'd do it.

Sasuke on the other hand frowned. It may not of been an actual job but he knew it would be stupid. As for I that wouldn't be smart because I am highly likely to get in a fight , I don't interact with most people because the moment I get pissed off I can't stop myself from hurting someone and Pretty sure community service would involve someone being around that will surely work to piss me offhe said being truthful .He wasn't ashamed of his problem, he hated it sure but he wasn't ashamed to admit he had a psychotic disorder.

Ryan J. Sohmers

Ryan nodded to Neji, glad that the young man was compliant with his wishes and willing to work towards a resolution. Sasuke, on the other hand, was a bit more problematic, "That is something we need to work on. Have you ever been to a psychiatrist, or been prescribed medication?" Knowing a little bit more about the fellow's background, Ryan could pretty well figure that Sasuke's problem wasn't just a young man being rebellious and angry, and that these violent outbursts needed more than just simple therapy and a good environment to iron out. "Whatever help you need, we'll get that for you. But you're still not getting off free for the crimes you've committed - you intentionally robbed a store, Sasuke. Now, I'm not naive enough to toss you out in some group service in town, picking up trash or helping the elderly; you'll be completing your community service with me." Ryan leaned back a bit in his chair, "How well do the two of you do with animals?"

Sasuke

Sasuke frowned.Yes the drugs nearly killed me and I nearly killed the PsychiatristHe said and it was true Itachi had tried to find a solution. The psyciatrist now lives with a permenant reminder. He didn't even flinch about the crime. He liked to steal and rob. good with animalsThe only thing that never suffered from Sasuke was animals. Neji nodded.

Ryan J. Sohmers

Ryan remained calm in light of this information, even if he still felt that doubt creeping into the back of his mind. "We're going to keep working at it until we find either a solution, or some way of coping with your issues." The officer was a stubborn man, and with a good heart to drive him, he wasn't going to be easy shaken from his resolution to help both of these brothers.

Hearing that Sasuke and Neji both were in agreement to work with critters, Ryan tilted his head, "Well, that's a start. Okay then." A finger tapped against the table as he thought, "I'll make some calls and we'll start tomorrow then. Both of you are okay with dogs, I assume?"

Neji

Sasuke shrugged. He could try but the only thing that helped was actual fighting physical fighting that could kill someone. But he wouldt' say that. They nodded about the dogs. Animals sasuke had no problem with.

Ryan J. Sohmers

Ryan felt some optimism for their willingness to go through with the community service, though trying to find them each a job that they could hold, and one where Sasuke wouldn't pose a risk to anyone else, would be a bit of a challenge. Putting that issue on the back burner for the time being, he shifted the topic to the next point.

"Now that we have that settled, I want to make the rules around here clear so there's no misunderstandings. Other than the obvious like I said - no stealing, illegal shinanigans, or the like - I want both of you back home by ten each night. Now, I know you aren't kids and you have your freedom, but the alternative is going to jail, where you don't even get that option." The officer shifted in his seat and took a moment to hold a solid gaze with each brother, letting them know how serious he was. "Second, there's no drinking in this house. I don't care if you go out to the bars and that, but don't bring it back here. And while we're on that note, do either of you have a substance abuse problem?"

Neji

They listened, Neji already knew the speal anyways. Oh they had substance abuse but it was just weed. However both shook their head .Nope Neji responded while sasuke shook his head. At least they could go to the bar and drink. Sasuke would of been pissed on that front.

Ryan J. Sohmers

Ryan was a little skeptical that neither of them had a substance abuse problem, given their history and criminal records, but then he wasn't going to start accusing them of lying right off the bat. He'd never witnessed any such behavior with Neji at least, other than catching the occasional whiff of skunk on the younger man, and that he wasn't going to harp on them for.

"Good." The officer tried to relax his pose a little after realizing how tensely he was currently sitting, and forced himself to take a quiet breath to relax his nerves. "There is one area of the house that is off limits unless you ask for permission, and that's downstairs. I have a collection down there of reptiles, some of them dangerous, and all of them requiring special care. So that means no picking them up." He still never found out what happened to his missing gecko that had been stolen years ago by Lanny and Cass, and he wasn't keen on letting any more of his pets come to harm.

Neji

Neji knew the next thing was for sasuke as he already knew it was off limits. Sasuke just shrugged. I don't like basements anywaysHe said.

Ryan J. Sohmers

That rule went easily enough, taking a small load off of Ryan's back. "Alright, the final thing I want to say to you guys is just as important as the other rules. If you guys need any help, anything at all, you come to me." He did his best to further lighten his rough expression, and had some degree in success with that. "Whether it's something small, or you've gotten into some sort of trouble, I'm here for you. Both of you. That's not to say you wont pay the repercussions for doing something you shouldn't have, but I will always help you first."

Ryan gave a pause following this, "I've stated what I wanted to, now it's your turn. Is there anything either of you want to share with me?"

Neji

Neji listened and shook hish ead.NoHe replied.

Sasuke too shook hish ead.Nopart of him did want to say thank you but he couldn't.

Ryan J. Sohmers

Ryan gave them time to speak up if they wanted to, and after both declined to comment, he nodded and put his hands to the edge of the table, "As long as we're all on the same page. I'll let you get settled in today Sasuke, then tomorrow you both will start your time working for the city. Make sure you both get a good rest tonight." He pushed away from the table and stood up. "Neji can show you where everything is at, help yourself to the fridge if you get hungry, and I'll be making dinner tonight. If you need anything else, I'll be working around the house."

Neji

Neji just nodded and walked off with Sasuke. Sasuke didn't really like this, but it was for the moment better then going to Itachi.