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Midnightspirit Vice Captain
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 Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 7:07 pm
"Oh?" There was a flicker of alarm then hesitation before Darylin realized that he might not be what she thought he was. As Ellena came to view she continued to smile all the same.
Tristan had moved closer to his calling but was left with a faintly surprised and puzzled look at the request. He looked down and away taking a breath and thinking before glancing up a second later to keep an eye on him,
Ellena was looking surprised as well as she expected a handshake but was not against the light kiss on her hand. "A showcase?" She asked still smiling even as her smile faltered at the flicker of light coming from what she had assumed was a normal archangel. "Well..I can' be sure. I will be quite busy but we can try, what is the day and time? I hope you don't mind if I bring my husband " she said with a smile still, one that said she was amused instead of bothered. She stopped as the ...meta...looked like he was ready to sing.
Tristan stepped forward and sighed glancing forward with a blank expression as he started to sing. His voice was soft,obviously not trained, but still smooth a a little deep with potential.
I could drag you from the ocean,
I could pull you from the fire
And when you're standing in the shadows
I could open up the sky
And I could give you my devotion
Until the end of time
And you will never be forgotten
With me by your side
And I don't need this life
I just need…
I've got nothing left to live for
Got no reason yet to die
But when I'm standing in the gallows
I'll be staring at the sky
Because no matter where they take me
Death I will survive
And I will never be forgotten
With you by my side
Cause I don't need this life
I just need…
Somebody to die for
Somebody to cry for
When I'm lonely
When I'm standing in the fire
I will look him in the eye
And I will let the devil know that
I was brave enough to die
And there's no hell that he can show me
That's deeper than my pride
Cause I will never be forgotten
Forever I'll fight
And I don't need this life
I just need…
Somebody to die for
Somebody to cry for
When I'm lonely
And I don't need this life
I just need…
Somebody to die for
Somebody to cry for
When I'm lonely
Don't go gentle into that good night
Rage on against the dying light
Ellena blinked and chuckled "Now..that wasn't anything I was expecting. " she said with a glance to Zaku before turning to focus on Tristan. "Why did you pick that song?"
Tristan stared at her blankly.
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 7:47 pm
"Yes, a showcase to demonstrate what I've been working on in a setting that won't limit from it's true potential." he spoke like it was his joy and work. "That is what I wanted to discuss with you more one-on-one, finding a time in which would be good with you, knowing you have a very busy schedule." he paused then laugh. "Of course, bring your husband as well!"
As Tri began to sing, he honestly sang more than Zaku expected. And despite his untrained voice, it was nothing like he expected and it was hard to even refrain from looking completely captivated. Staring at him, he couldn't even look away. The words hit closer to memories that pained him as he struggled to push back everything that he knew happened, everything he was trying to deny had occurred, they were far too real to ignore. Taking a breath, he didn't even realize Ellena had spoken at first before the question even registered. He wanted to make something up, a cover, but his mind was blank... no. it was consumed with the exact same question. Why did he sing that? Was it just the first thing that came to mind? Was it something he felt?....... why. He was utterly silent, dying to know the answer himself but then again, if this lapse in conversation went on any longer, it would feel out of place. He had to say something, anything.
"Probably something he heard on the radio... Thank you, Tristan." he spoke then directed his attention to Ellena. "Can I escort you to get a drink while we talk about dates that might work for you to assure your attendance at my showcase?" he asked with a smile and offered his arm to her to take if she agreed.
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Broken_Illumination Captain
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Midnightspirit Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 8:53 pm
Tristan nodded before looking away checking the other people near by who had listened curiously but other wise were quickly ignoring it. He took a deep breath once they look away and let his wings shift just slightly as if trying to rid of himself of a feeling or emotion before he calmed again. Darylin was making a slight face either from the fact he was a meta or his singing, she obviously did not like it. "Sound more like one sided love song" she muttered softly as Kris and Ellan spoke. Grayson glance at her disapprovingly before turning his attention back to the two, his eyes focused on Kris and the slightly stun look he had when he asked his meta to sing, well then..... Ellena smiled but it was a little strained, looking as if she might decline when she nodded instead. " Well you would be the first I've seen who thought to show us singing " she chuckled slightly and glanced at Grayson who looked faintly surprised but smiled in returned.
"Well if the others do not mind" she glanced at Greyson and Darylin for a second. " I'll come with you" Darylin said quickly. " Was in such a hurry today I didn't have enough time to eat a proper meal" she chuckled. Greyson shook his head " I need to go check on my wife and daughter before she decides to leave me " he laughed. "Nice to meet you both and I hope of hearing the date of your little show" he said with a smile before giving them a slight nod and leaving. " Well then, You have my ear for a little bit" she warned politely as she rested her hand on his arm, wondering not for the first time if he had been raised by vampires or attended enough of their functions. "So when it this show of yours?" she asked.
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Total: 19 (1-20)
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:01 pm
Zaku had quickly rebounded his composure with ease, hiding the immense agitation for Darylin's commentary. If he hadn't been on a mission right now, he would have outright come at her for such an unneeded comment. Maybe it was because it hit on a personal level she didn't know. But that didn't make his anger any less. He was biting back the bitterness when he finally spoke up anyway. He smiled at Darylin, "From what I understand, it's a song about the devotion and sacrifice of loving someone. It isn't meant to be a love letter to someone but more of a feeling and convey what it's like to love someone. While it can be as contradicting as not being able to live without someone to die for, that's just what love really is. Knowing that it may be nothing but hell but you're willing to fight for it because you know it's worth it." he spoke honestly with an analytical tone, breaking down what he had heard of the song.
"The meaning it up to interpretation of course." he smiled at Darylin then turned his attention to Ellena, "I aim to present things no one has ever seen before, I'm glad you weren't bored by it." He blinked then looked at Darylin as she spoke of coming with them. "Of course." he answered in kind before nodding to Greyson. "Nice to meet you as well, I will certainly be informing you of the date soon."
He then began to lead the both of them toward the table of refreshments and food. "Well, I was running dates in my mind, maybe [date].." he paused and shook his head. "Oh, that won't be good, that would be the voting day if I remember correctly. For that bill on Metas. I've had my eye on that for a bit now with what I do in mind." he spoke. "You know, I haven't an idea on your stance on it, but you always seemed like someone who would vote in favor of Metas despite it's controversial nature." he spoke casually, dropping power into his voice toward the end. Hopefully it stuck and that was all that was needed. "Oh, but I'm getting off-topic... apologies...hmm dates... How about [different date]? By then things should be settled with the decisions and I can accommodate appropriately no matter which way the outcome is." he offered kindly, getting down to it despite Darylin following since it didn't matter in this conversation.
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Broken_Illumination Captain
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Midnightspirit Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:28 pm
Darylin listened but she only frowned faintly. "That is true" she said carefully, unable to fault that view and truthfully she was never thinking to much on the real reason for the lyrics. "However, considering the meta who sang it and his position as your body guard it seems a little ironic to me he would sing that now and at your order" she said with a faint taunting smirk even as he turned his attention to Ellena. Moving to pick up a plate and gather what ever caught her fancy as she listened.
Ellena looked at Darylin and shook her head, disagreeing with her and gladly turning her attention to Kris's upcoming show. "No I have ..yes" she smiled as he "remembered". As he spoke she settle herself for the inevitable keeping her smile but ready to give him a neutral response when she frowned. "As you know I am unwilling to go public with my vote especially the current trouble with metas and the Mafia of course. " she said a little absently as if she was thinking of something else before she shook her head then nodded. "That date is better suited for us as we should still be in recess. Hm.. I really should greet a few others, thank you for your support " she repeated as she picked up a small plate to take with her.
Darylin smirked faintly as Tri stayed close behind Zaku.
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:37 pm
Zaku nodded, "Of course, I wouldn't ask for your stance out of respect and safety. Just making an observation of my own as small talk. I didn't mean anything by it." he spoke with a warm smile. "Ah, then good, I will make it that date and inform other participants. Thank you." he nodded again as she seemed to dismiss herself. "Always a pleasure, Ellena." he bowed his head slightly and watched her leave. He was moving to grab something to drink when he caught Darylin's smile then glanced to Tri, a small smile creeping onto his own lips. "You know, they say you tend to interpret things as you truly feel.... unrequited love..." he teased a bit. "Maybe you have your eye on him..." he snorted softly in jest. "Maybe I should have agreed with your interpretation instead, perhaps I was counting my chickens before they hatched." he smiled at her.
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Broken_Illumination Captain
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Midnightspirit Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:49 pm
There was a faint twitch on Tristan's lips but he keep his cool demeanor as if what they were talking about had nothing to do with him.
Darylin nearly inhaled her odevor and coughed. "Of course not. He's a meta!" as if that explained everything, even now she gave him an uneasy glance but also one that was more appraising. What ever she saw made her lips purse as she shook her head and turned her attention back to him and it dawned on her and she looked flustered. "Ah ...yes maybe you have. " she said trying to regain some face but was embarrassed now. " How about you? any unrequited love in your life time?"
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:55 pm
Zaku seemed a little amused but kept a gentle smile about it, never even looking at Tri. "...well, none until now." he remarked with a frown and sighed, waving a hand dismissively. "It's fine..." he took a sip of the drink and then looked over Darylin to see her reaction.
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Broken_Illumination Captain
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Midnightspirit Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 11:01 pm
Darylin looked a little flustered but excited at the same time. "I understand.. " she was smiling as she looked down at her plate and stared at it for a little longer before putting it away to the side." That could easily be fixed with a little talk.." she smiled then looked at his hand. "If you like, they serve something a little stronger in the next room" she said with a slight nod toward an open door.
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 11:27 pm
Zaku nodded, continuing to drink as he watched her put down her plate with curiosity. He listened to her words and was oddly considering it for some reason. The offer to get something stronger was tempting. Stronger how? Wait, what was he drinking?....whatever it was, it wasn't half bad. He nodded and moved toward her to go. He had been figuring out how to leave this place but why not stay a bit. "...what do you want to talk about?" he asked, looking a little less guarded than normal. He looked to Tri and waved him to follow.
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Broken_Illumination Captain
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Midnightspirit Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 11:37 pm
Tristan stared hard at him, trying to convey not to follow that path when...he did anyways. Following Kris he just lightly bit the inside of his cheek, not liking how this was going.
She beamed at him and lead him to another set of servers who offered them a selections of wines and much stronger drinks. She picked one for herself and turned to look at him. "Hm what about yourself? or your family? any spouses?" she flashed a smile at him then sipped as she lead them toward a secluded corner, from here even the conversations seemed a little muted.
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 11:45 pm
Zaku just beamed slightly as he moved. Making his way to the servers with her, it was slowly dawning on him these were alcoholic, but for once, he didn't care to question it. He simply got the same as her and followed her to a secluded corner. Thinking over the question, it was getting hard to focus on what he should say. "Well, I am mostly alone, never spent time in the company of others. I haven't any immediate family left at this time..." he paused, "...well, there's my nephew.. he visited yesterday..." he mumbled, almost forgetting about that. "Spouses?... no... I've fallen in love before but nothing ever came of it.." he spoke honestly with a sad frown as he stared at his glass and then drank from it.
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Broken_Illumination Captain
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Midnightspirit Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Sep 24, 2017 11:53 pm
She sipped at her drink and seem to be watching in fascination at just how fast he was getting drunk. "So you only spend time with your metas" she said it the same was she would have of any pet class. She sighed softly "It sounds so very sad...what were your love interests like?" she said maybe a little to forward but she doubted he would noticed with the way he was going.
She glanced at the meta and frowned to see him staring hard at her before looking away,
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Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2017 12:30 am
He kept sipping... "I'm afraid so..." he admitted sadly. "Love interests? Well, I tend to like those you wouldn't expect.. I like the guarded types it seems, where there's a sense of mystery behind their eyes... You know there's more beyond what's on the surface. Much more. My curiosity is far more than my own wants I've come to find out. The urge to make them smile because I know its all for me... to make them laugh because they deserve it... The true person behind closed doors intrigues me." he spoke freely without thought. "....I've only had interest in two people in my life, one left me for their ex... And the other... Well, after a very complicated standing, things didn't seem to work out... For all I've known, it seems they found someone else..." he confessed with a deep frown. "But...as long as they're happy, I couldn't exactly ask for more." He hadn't noticed Darylin glance to Tri, focused on his own drink as he spoke without much filter.
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Broken_Illumination Captain
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Midnightspirit Vice Captain
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Posted: Mon Sep 25, 2017 3:07 am
She was frowning slightly as she looked at her own drink barely even touched. "Guarded type huh? " she kept frowning since that didn't seem to describe her...or did it?. That thought brought a faint smile to her lips "Maybe it's a hint you have to move on if you want to be happy.. maybe your heart knows even if your mind doesn't " she gave him a flirtatious smile again.
Tristan was staring silently at Zaku a faint flicker of sadness in his eyes before it disappeared. Silently he moved and lightly touched his elbow. "If I may be so bold... you warned me to tell you the next time you wish to over drink in a place outside of home. You seem to be reaching that limit "
Darylin started to glare at him then looked faintly surprised. "You really don't look that well.. maybe you should lie down. I have an apartment not so far from here if you wish to sleep it off"
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