Ivan had followed Blaze into the bar, ducking down under the archway and striding inside. The bar had some patrons on this day, sending feelings of both happiness and apprehension through him. The presence of others warmed his old soul, but the Bloodlust also occasionally attracted rather unsavory beings who only make the trip to the little bar to cause trouble. He cast his eyes over each face that was around him as he quietly leaned the Burden of Sorrow against the back of his over sized armchair.
Blaze, battered and bruised much like himself. A proud wolf resting at his side.
Wolfe the Ancient, strumming idly on his instrument and staring thoughtfully off into empty air.
A beautiful woman, whose rather violent appearance he had missed by only seconds.
A young girl, with big eyes that sparkled like jewels. Ivan could tell that she was much older than she seemed.
A second girl, this one seemingly mortal, that he had never met before. He kept his unwavering gaze upon her, the haunting grey eyes lingering on her form for a moment as he decided that she was not a threat to his friends before he turned and knelt before his small fireplace. He placed a small log inside, along with some kindling and smaller pieces. With a small match, he lit the tiny fire and blew upon the newborn flames gently. The Fallen Saint watched patiently as the fire grew and, once he was satisfied that the flames would catch, stood and lowered himself slowly into his chair. He winced a bit as he took the weight off of his right leg and left arm.
With a long, deep sigh, his eyelids drooped. The half closed grey hues peering into the flames as he hummed an old melody from his land, a lullaby of sorts. His deep, sonorous humming filled the air, instilling a sense of calm and safety. It would warm the hearts and pacify the doubts and misgivings of all who cared to listen.
The humming blended elegantly with the sound of Wolfe's own quiet music. He began to sing softly, more to himself than anyone else as the hollow gaze looked deeper and deeper into the dancing flames.
"An old man by a seashore, at the end of day, gazes the horizon with sea winds in his face..." he sang in a low tone, casting a glance at the door. Where was Namea? He felt the presence of Malice outside, felt disdain and contempt welling up in his brother's heart. The Fallen Saint's grip on the arm of his chair tightened a bit. He might not be able to rest just yet. He would not allow himself to be riled up at the mere presence of the abomination, however, and continued to sing. There were more people inside that needed to be safeguarded, and if the situation presented itself, he was sure that Namea would be able to evade the Sin.
"This is for long-forgotten light at the end of the world; horizon crying the tears he left behind long ago..."