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 Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2014 12:50 am
Emilia Edwards 
"I don't mind at all, go right ahead," Emilia urged him to turn the lights off as she was excited to see what he would show her. It was rather dark inside but she could see his outline in the darkness as she held on to the ferret who seemed to have gotten a bit frazzled from the sudden darkness. She soothed him and then watched as a a flame began to grow in his palm but it was far more surprising to see it was purple. Zar had not described to her the color or the smell and so at least it was a pleasant surprise as she watched in awe as the flames danced in his hands before turning into a large flower. She slightly sucked in some air as she was in pure awe at how beautiful it was. Her eyes glistening when the fire burst out everywhere and tinkled everywhere as if for a moment she was witnessing what the stars looked like. She smiled and watched as they began to extinguish. The smell of lilac that was left behind was the cherry on top as she took a deep breath, inhaling it.
"Beautiful and truly magical. I'm truly envious of you now and the smell...how wonderful!" She smiled and clapped as her eyes adjusted when he turned the light back on. The ferret had sat on her lap and seemed to have been in awe as well as it ran in circles a bit on her lap to express his approval as well.
"It seems Tobi likes it too," She chuckled as she was referring to her ferret. She set him down and let him roam about the apartment as she waited for Orion to take his seat again. "Do you mind if I ask what your world is like? As in...land and way of living..?"
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2014 4:58 pm
 Orion Lelluana
Orion smiled shyly at the praise, walking back over to the couch to take a seat. "I'm glad- I don't think many other people would really appreciate what I can do... People have a hard time accepting that which is different. And that seems to be an extremely prominent trait in this world. He hesitated to talk of his world, feeling a pang of home sickness rise up- making his chest ache for a moment. Slowly he nodded, letting his gaze move away from the woman to stare off as if he was picturing it himself.
"It's green- everything is green and full of color and life- rich with it really. The air is pure and the sky is a deep blue. Everyone works together and I guess our form of government is pretty stable. The best way to put it is peaceful. There hasn't been a war in decades and due to magic and its uses, disease and famine aren't really something we had to worry about." He murmured, a sigh passing his lips as he closed his violet eyes. "I was a student in the top academy for magic- considered a prodigy I guess... which must have got to my head because I messed up and well... here I am." He finished, letting his bright eyes open again to find the red headed woman.
A tight smile took to his lips- and it was obvious speaking of his home was...well, difficult. "I find I'm missing my home quite a lot. But the reality of things is that it's very unlikely for me to get back."
He paused for a moment, pursing his lips as he contemplated...well, everything. "Honestly- It's near impossible, so I might as well get accustomed to this type of life. But if people think I'm willing to idly sit by and let things continue like this- they are sorely mistaken."
With that his gaze dropped to his lap and he found himself leaning forward with his head bowed and his elbows resting on his thighs. "I won't do anything rash- and if I were to... do anything drastic I promise that it won't circle back to you- But I suppose this is now my world to live in too- and I absolutely refuse to abide by a government so corrupt and power hungry." he stated firmly, before sitting up and flashing the female a kind smile "Look at me going on and on about grim subjects. I apologize"
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2014 8:45 pm
Emilia Edwards
"Oh your world sounds like a paradise, I wish I could live in a place like that. But alas one must be happy with what they have or else live a life of utter disappointment," She gave a nod as she stood up and went to her kitchen for a moment to grab a tray that had an assortment of pastries that he might enjoy. She walked back and sat the tray down on the table and gestured for him to take any he thought would be tasty and as many as he'd like. She also poured herself some more tea and made sure to see if he'd like some more, if so she'd pour some more tea into his cup, setting the kettle back down.
"Yeah we should probably talk about things that are more uplifting. To be honest it's a little hard to have to talk about anything that isn't about some kind of struggle. However one thing I love talking about is this apartment complex. I'm sure by now you notice the difference between this one and others around. To make a long story short, we have an anonymous donor transfer money into an account I have access too and so I have a budget and can use the money for whatever I see fit. Just last month I had an air conditioning system put in for the summer. It gets horribly cold during the winter and horribly hot during the summer so the air conditioning should be wonderful for everyone who lives here. Of course the downside is having to deny people to stay here. I wish we had more places like this but sadly this is the only spot of paradise. Zar tends to reject my offer mainly because he feels someone else could use it more than him, that and other reasons." Emilia glanced over at the window for a moment as she noticed something peculiar. Standing up she walked over and looked outside to see a commotion happening outside.
"Not again.." She muttered as she sighed and looked over at Orion. "Not sure how you'd feel about seeing a public execution..but one's happening right now..You don't have to see it," She proceeded to open her window enough to hear what was going on. She wanted to hear who it was and what their crime was. No doubt another rebel being killed to make yet another example.
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2014 9:12 pm
Orion Lelluana
Orion smiled sadly at her words, it was true enough. It seemed that either you lived content with what you had, or you died. he cocked his head ever so slightly when she spoke of having a hidden donor, it had to be someone with a kind soul- to at least help out a few people. "I understand he has his reasons... he seems like a kind person, even though he hides it well doesn't he?" He muttered, watching Emilia wander over to the window. He had been about to try one of the pastries, that is until he heard her speak about the public execution about to go on. Violet eyes narrowed instantly as he stood from his seat and placed the pastry down.
Slowly he wandered over to the window- glancing down at the forming crowd- his gaze moving to the woman who had been pushed down to the ground- her crimes... for simply 'humiliating' a man of the higher class- also a part of the rebellion.
His hands opened and closed in fists, anger boiling his blood as a man dressed in beautiful clothing declared who was to shoot the woman- and a audible sob rose from her throat as a young man no older than sixteen stepped forward, looking too shocked for words...the resemblance between them was striking and instantly he knew that this was the woman's child. "This....this is sick" He seethed, he could feel his magic writhing, just begging to be set free. Time seemed to move slowly then as the execution played out- the mother telling her son it was okay, and that he had to do it and the young man...trembling and holding the gun- only firing when the man in fancy clothes startled him by yelling at him...and then the crowd was silent.
Orion's eyes had locked on to the man- who looked extremely pleased with how things had just played out...and that's when he felt something inside him snap. his gaze lifted to the middle of the street, a few meters above the crowds head...and that's when the magic started. Violet butterflies seemed to appear out of know where, a beautiful sight to behold- that is until the swarm grew and they darted towards their target, who was likely in awe of the beautiful sight.
Of course that ended when the swarm enveloped him and started singeing his clothing and skin. A few of the butterflies didn't land on the man but instead a message was written on the stone wall in scorch marks- the printing as neat and pretty as hand writing, though the message was not as pleasant.
It read,
'To those who would wrongly accuse, and have an innocent murdered, you will pay. To this corrupt government- I am watching. And if your murderous and unjust ways do not change- then prepare to have your world burn. For I am not of this world, and I am not of your people. I walk alone- with a flame burning hot within me. Heed this warning- for I am like no man or woman you have ever faced.'
With that the butterflies scattered, leaving a disheveled and mildly burnt man, who seemed to be weeping and trembling in front of the crowd. The smell of lilac did not wander outside of the room, for it was Orion who produced the scent, not the flames.... thus, the attack was untraceable.
Orion then tore his eyes away from the man, looking to the body of the dead woman "She deserves more..." He murmured, knowing there was nothing he could do.... his gaze then darted to Emilia as reality hit him hard...he'd just done that... he hadn't meant to, but he did...
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2014 10:07 pm
Emilia stood sideways, her arms crossed as she leaned her shoulder on the wall while she watched what was happening below. This was the second woman killed and the person forced to kill her had been almost predictable. It was pretty sad that by now people could guess who would be the one pulling the trigger. With a heavy sigh she honestly had to look away as she could never really witness the shot being fired. In fact something she would never admit would be that she had been forced to execute someone very close to her. It was an event she liked to block out completely or else she would be gilt ridden and be unable to really function throughout the days. She had to keep in mind that she had duties to attend to and that life went on. She finally looked back down and saw what was left but before she could say anything she began to smell the familiar lilac scent. Looking over at Orion she noticed the anger growing in him much like it would with most people who witnessed their first public execution. Emilia only watched to see what the young man was up to and soon enough she saw exactly what he was doing. In all honesty she wasn't sure how to feel about what he did but she did find it amusing how the man had started to weep and freak out when his clothes caught fire though it did cause the crowd to disperse and freak out do to the random fire that ignited the man's clothing. To cause further hysteria, the scorch marks had put a bit of fear in more than just the rich that had attended to watch the public execution. It was merely the confusion that had been the reason to cause people to become scared.
"I'm not sure if that was a good idea...though I believe it gave a bit of justice toward the family of the woman who was killed..." Emilia sighed softly as she looked at Orion to make him feel better but her eye caught sight of someone walking toward the building. She blinked and tried to see if she had seen that correctly. In fact she was sure she was right that she began to count quietly, "1...2...3...4...5....6...7....8...9...and...10" And just when she got to ten, someone burst through the door.
"Welcome back," Emilia said with amusement despite the fact that the issue at the moment was a very serious one. Either way she took a step away from Orion which would indicate that Zar was here for him and not her.
Babu came in right behind him as Zar marched right over to Orion, leaving about three inches of face between his face and the red heads. "Didn't I tell you not to stir s**t up? You do realize what you just did don't you? You might as well have stood on the roof and declared war. That had to be the dumbest s**t anyone has done by far!"
"Oh come on Tommy calm down now it's not like he did it on purpose. Be in his shoes...this was probably the first time he saw someone die. His life has been peaceful till recently. Just give him a b-"
"Shut up I wasn't talking to you!"
Emilia threw her hands up in a 'whoa' motion and turned away, "Well alright then..." She went over to the kitchen and started to pull things out to start on dinner while Zar busied himself with making Orion feel worse then he was probably feeling.
"I don't know what you thought it would do but now we're going to have an increase in government authorities here breathing down our necks. If you thought it was oppressive now, just wait till you see three ******** cops on every corner, them watching you and just waiting for any reason to beat your a**."
His berating would have probably continued if not fore Emilia.
"Chili powder or no?"
Her random question made Zar look over at her with utter confusion as he stood up straight and took a step back away from Orion. "What?"
"Chili powder or none? I'm making my famous spaghetti and meatballs which you have to stay for. No arguing. Got it?" She shook her wooden spoon at him and then smiled at the two as she busied herself with the food again.
Zar composed himself and looked back at Orion as he cleared his throat, "Anyway... be more aware next time..." He then turned and walked into the kitchen and offered some help as he felt it was best to not be around Orion at the moment.
Of course that's when Babu came over and sat in front of the red head to offer some kind of comfort.
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2014 10:22 pm
Orion Lelluana
Orion looked to Emelia with wide eyes- he hadn't actually meant to do that, that was the worst part "I..." he managed to croak out, before he dropped his gaze- the shock finally settling. He'd just seen a woman publicly executed... the image was fresh- playing behind his eyes even as Balthazar barged in and got right up in his face- though it took him a moment to really process what the male was saying.
He simply stared at Zar as he berated him, though honestly it wasn't having much of an effect on him as the shock from the death was hitting him harder. Finally he seemed to...somewhat, snap out of it and simply nodded when Zar told him to be more aware.... He had just declared war upon the government.... and this wasn't something he could just ignore- he'd have to act upon this.
A rush of nausea hit him, though he didn't vomit and simply dropped to his knees in front of Babu and suddenly buried his face in the lions thick mane- a soft sob bubbling up from his throat, he had never witnessed something so horrible in his life. "She didn't deserve that, no one deserves that" He managed to choke out softly, not really thinking about the fact that he had just clung to Babu...all he could hope was that the lion didn't mind- though he had been the only one to offer up some comfort.
He felt shaken, as if his very core had been destabilized and it was really hitting him that this was now his reality and not some kind of bad dream- though he really wished it was. The only thing keeping him from tipping over the edge completely was the creature in front of him, offering him some kind of comfort- something like friendship... After all, Babu had shown some semblance of trust, even deciding to lay with him when Zar decided it was time for Orion to find a place of his own.
Slowly he detached himself from the lion, hoping the two in the kitchen hadn't heard his soft sob- and simply lifted his arm to wipe his eyes, though he kept his head bowed and remained on the ground as he was. Now he was scared...confused, angry, sad...and so much more, so many emotions pooling in his gut. His peaceful life was being sent completely off course. "Sorry" he breathed, his own voice sounding pitiful and meek to his ears.
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2014 10:52 pm
The two in the kitchen stood there talking about what should go in the food when the sound of soft sobs reached their ears. Emilia peeked over the counter to see Orion hugging Babu who had sat there and comforted the poor boy. "Aw...you see what you did? You better go and apologize to him sooner or later or you get nothing." She knew she could use her spaghetti against Zar because it was rare for him to get some and rare for her to have the supplies to make it. She watched as he grumbled and maul over if he should apologize or not. Her smile grew when she watched him shrug and mouth out a 'fine'. He was such a child sometimes and so some people tended to think that their relationship was something like mother and son while others speculated that they were either dated or have dated.
"I'll apologize only because you're right about him seeing someone just die but I will not apologize for anything else. I know that you are on the side of wanting to applaud him considering your fascination with the White Lotus but all you two will end up doing is getting yourself in a s**t ton of trouble." Zar glanced at her and threw her an irritated expression especially since her smile didn't falter.
"Oh you're nothing but a big ol' grump. No matter what happens I'll just count on you getting me out of whatever trouble I get into...and Orion." She chuckled and smirked as she handed him the spoon so that he could stir the sauce while she made her way over to Orion. She listened to him apologize to Babu as she reached down and helped the red head up and onto the couch.
"Now then don't you listen to anything Zar say's he's just a grumpy ol' troll. Seeing something like that is traumatizing, but don't hang on to that memory okay? If you do it will take over and bad things will continue to happen. Drink some tea and have some pastries and try to calm yourself." She rubbed his back a bit as she glanced back at Zar and began to mouth at him to get over here and join in on comforting the poor boy.
She then went back to the kitchen to focus on the meal while Zar was hesitant to give the spoon back but once she pried it away from him she pushed him out of the kitchen and so he had no choice. Truthfully it would be amusing to see Zar try and comfort someone other than her.
Zar dragged his feet while walking to the couch and when he reached it he sat on the other end of the couch. After a minute of doing nothing he finally reached out and patted Orion's shoulder in an awkward way, "Uh...there...there.." He looked back at Emilia and shrugged as if completely lost.
It was the look on his face that made her burst into laughter. Once her laughing fit ended she composed herself, "Sorry about that..." She wiped away a tear as she shook her head and chuckled every now and then.
"Why I tolerate you I don't know..." Zar muttered as he sat there and leaned back, relaxing against the couch. "Anyway just listen to what Emilia said, you'll be fine."
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Posted: Mon Sep 15, 2014 11:12 pm
Orion Lelluana
Orion flinched when Emelia made her way over to him and helped him to his feet- though he kept his gaze averted as she lead him to the couch and sat him back down. He understood where she was coming from- but it was hard to simply...ignore, what had just happened, he was going to need time. Slowly his gaze moved to Zar as the other male took a seat on the couch and reached out awkwardly to pat his shoulder. Large violet doe eyes seemed to travel to the other males golden gaze and... well the water works began again- though he wasn't sobbing or anything- just...lots of tears.
Quickly he bowed his head to hide his violet gaze behind crimson locks- muttering something incoherently under his breath as he lifted a hand to wipe at his eyes again. He thought about the tea and the pastries but honestly the idea just made him feel sick...
"s-sorry...." He gasped, keeping his head bowed as he didn't really want to show the two of them his crying face.
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Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2014 3:51 am
Balthazar watched as Orion looked at him with big eyes and then crocodile tears started to flow down his cheek and that made him withdraw his hand. "s**t uh...I think I broke him or something.." He commented as he looked back at Emilia to try and have her help him though of course she didn't do anything and let him figure it out on his own. She worked on getting the pasta ready to add it to the sauce that was just about done. The whole place smelled like herbs and tomato goodness.
Zar grumbled slightly before looking back over to Orion when the red head apologized, most likely for his crying. With a heavy sigh he looked at Babu and with a gesture with his head, the large cat stood and walked over to Orion. He stood there and sniffed, blowing the males hair away from his face as he licked his whole face with his large tongue. Surprisingly Babu had very good smelling breath and if one were to accidentally taste his saliva, they would taste minty freshness. In a way, soul's had a distinct smell just like Orion had a distinct smell with his magic.
"Emilia and I have seen a lot of death, randomly on the street or done in front of our eyes. But we both do remember how we first felt when we witnessed it for the first time. We were as equally upset as you, or more." In a way to get back at her he went on to tell her personal tale of woe. "Emilia was forced to kill her own twin sister. One reason why we are good friends is that we both understand the connection of a twin and how hard it is to pretty much have that severed. Though my brother isn't dead, he doesn't act much like one..."
Emilia had tuned in in time to hear Zar talk about her experience. She wasn't too happy about it but perhaps it would help Orion in some way come to move passed today. They weren't telling Orion to forget about it and move on right away, but at some point he would have to come to terms with the harshness of this reality.
"Yes, I'm sure she would have really liked you Orion," Emilia replied from the kitchen as a clear hint of sorrow was detected in her voice. It was hard to hold back her own tears. She had lost her sister and she had done it with her own hands. She could almost remember it, that cold cloudy day.
Emilia had opposed rebellion yet her sister had been ready to join and so when she was old enough, she did. She constantly worried yet had faith in her sister and their relationship was as good as always. Then the fatal day came when the rebels had rallied to do a peaceful protest and that had turned ugly quick. Five rebels were caught and among the five was her sister. Rather than jail time or some kind of warning to not do it again, a public execution would be held then and there, on the very streets they were protesting on. Emilia had been there watching and upon seeing her sister being forced to kneel she had rushed and did everything she could to get her sister out of danger. She bribed the police officer with everything she had, money, and even her own body but it was all futile. And then to make matters worse the man had forced a gun in her hand and ordered her to shoot her sister. Clearly Emilia refused, tears pouring down her tears as she could not bare the thought of doing something so horrible.
Then she was given a choice. It was either do it or be killed along with her sister. Emilia was ready to die along side her sister, but her sister who was far wiser and far stronger than her had taken her by the hands and spoke softly to her, words that only Emilia heard. In a state of shock she had no time to react as her sister forced the gun (still in Emilia's hand) in her mouth and made her pull the trigger. The loud gun shot brought Emilia back to the present as she reached up and quickly wiped away the tears that had began to trickle down her face.
"Hang in there Orion..." She smiled as she tried to bring her happy self back.
Zar looked at Orion as he crossed his arms and sighed softly, "Oh we're all so ******** up.." He shook his head and chuckled a bit. "Hey..if you figure out a way back to your world...take us along with ya alright?" He smirked a bit, hoping he would cheer up a bit.
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Posted: Tue Sep 16, 2014 9:12 pm
Orion Lelluana
Orion didn't say anything as Zar withdrew his hand and spoke of breaking him- he hadn't been expecting any sort of comfort or apology from the male. He took a few shuddering breaths as he tried- key word being tried, to calm himself. Though the red head flinched harshly when babu suddenly came into view- a coarse tongue swiping across his face- leaving the violet eyed male stunned into silence. Instinctively he reached out to bury his face in Babu's mane again- finding that it was probably the only thing he really got any comfort from.
Violet orbs closed as he inhaled the minty scent that came from the lion- simply listening to Zar as he spoke of what happened to Emelia...not that it made him feel any better- actually if anything it just fueled the fact that he wanted to get rid of this awful government. eventually he detached himself from the lion, a solemn silence still casting a blanket over him...he didn't know what to say.
Eventually he looked over at Balthazar- a shaky and somewhat hesitant smile tugging at the corner of his lips "If only it was possible" He breathed softly, lifting his hands to wipe his eyes once more and sit up properly, trying to steady his breathing.
"I'm sorry Balthazar... I shouldn't have did what I did... I just kinda.. I don't know- I didn't even realize what I was doing until it happened" He murmured softly.
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Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2014 10:35 pm
"What's done is done...no point in apologizing at this point I guess. Just don't go and do it again..if you do then don't be stupid and get caught or leave a trace. If you do don't show your face around these parts, the last thing we need is more trouble. Aside from that you should be fine so long as you control yourself," Zar replied while getting up and walking over to the window to see someone down there getting ride of the mark by painting over it. He crossed his arms and stood there for a moment before looking over at Emilia. "I'll take it to go if you don't mind," He walked over and stared at her for a while as it seemed that a conversation was happening between them without their lips even moving, the conversation done with just their eyes. A mutual understanding.
Emilia handed him the paper plate of the pasta and the meat balls as he nodded and headed for the door. "Keep your eyes on this one," He commented while gesturing to Orion as he finally left, Babu following as he had given Orion a final lick to the cheek as they were both gone again.
"Are you hungry? Or would you just like a nice cup of hot coco to help with your nerves? Perhaps some more tea?" She went over and sat down on the arm chair and looked at him. She was sure he didn't have an appetite but she wanted to make sure he drank something to help with his nerves.
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Posted: Fri Sep 19, 2014 9:57 pm
Orion Lelluana
Orion watched Balthazar as he spoke- nodding slowly as he told him not to do it again or if he did to be careful not to get caught. He couldn't really stop the slight frown that took to his lips as Balthazar spoke of taking his food to go- but simply nodded as he turned his gaze towards Emelia while Balthazar approached her. He could tell they had a mutual understanding and that she probably knew Zar as well as he knew himself.
"Actually" He murmured as Emelia came over and sat down, a small smile taking to his lips though he still looked a bit...out of sorts. "I think I may go for a walk- that's what I used to do when distraught... It helps me clear my head" He stated gently as he stood up-doing his best to pull himself together. But honestly he didn't want someone here coddling him- he couldn't afford to be weak- not in this place.
"Sorry Emelia- I just...need time to myself- I'll be careful I promise." He added, meaning every word. "I have a fake soul to bring with me so It should be fine"
With that he headed towards the door- opening it just in time for the bird he had created to flutter inside and perch on his shoulder- though it unexpectedly nudged him, which Orion didn't acknowledge visibally, but mentally it confused him. The creatures shape had changed a little bit- it was slimmer with a longer neck and longer tail feathers...perhaps he had done it in his fit of rage? well, regardless he dismissed it.
"I'll be back soon, I hope you don't mind if I drop by after, I'd love to try your famous pasta when I feel like I could actually eat- it smells delicious" He added gently, before he left the room- not giving her any room to argue his leaving. And with that he left the building- making his way out in to the streets. He walked a short while, before crouching down and running his fingers through his messy red locks, taking in a deep breath. To anyone passing he would probably just look like he was stressing over something- which he was and he was sure many other people were stressed right now because of what he had did.
'calm yourself Orion' he commanded silently, getting up once more and shoving his hands into his pockets- taking note that the bird he had made had snuggled up against his neck...something he hadn't done himself. "Weird" He murmured under his breath but again dismissed it. Maybe he'd done it subconsciously to comfort himself? That had to be it.
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Posted: Fri Sep 19, 2014 11:10 pm
Emilia Edwards
Emilia looked at Orion and only nodded as she understood that perhaps it was best if he had some time alone to contemplate everything that has happened and is currently happening. She knew what it was like to be alone and scared and so she could sympathize with Orion a lot easier than most. A lot of chaos within herself had happened after the death of her twin where she had spent three years of her life utterly alone and left in darkness. For three years her soul had been gone from the sheer detachment she had in life. When a person is killed, their soul vanishes with them and so Emilia had felt like she was just as dead as her twin and that had explained why Tobi had been gone for that long and it was not having her soul that had made her an outcast even within the poor community. It was said that people without a soul were evil or simply puppets, walking around with no thought and no purpose in this life. It was those people that people were freaked out by and so it was no surprise that Emilia was denied any shelter and any help what so ever and so she had to sleep in ally's, dig for food and fend off predators desperate for a woman's body.
Emilia would have remained that way for the rest of her life if it wasn't for the day she had met Balthazar. It had been a harsh cold winter day and a blizzard was just about ready to take what life she had left. As she was cuddled in a corner of an alley, she had opened her eyes as two shadowy figures came her way. Her body trembled from the cold and her limbs were all but numb. If it was a person coming to take advantage of her then they would easily be able to do so considering how she was unable to move. She only hoped that this was the end and she could join her sister on the other side. However when the two shadows approached her, she saw that it was a lion as white as the snow and the owner of such a beautiful soul. Their eyes met and from what she could remember, he had mouthed something to her before picking her up and taking her some place warm. From that day forward she struggled with making any eye contact and speaking as she was taken care of as if she were a child. Everyday her strength returned and when she had finally felt a flutter of happiness, her soul had began to return. When Tobi did return he had returned not as a mouse but as a ferret which she found odd but soon it was clear that her soul was not just one animal, but could shift into many others. It was rare for a person who have a shifting soul but it is said that only those who have died and returned to the world had souls like that, as if their soul had wondered around the other side while they were dead and when they had returned the soul was more flexible, able to change and not abide by the norm of reality.
To this day Tobi still shifts but he only ever does it if Emilia is okay with it and they are in the company of someone they trust. Like now, once Orion had left, Tobi had jumped onto the couch next to Emilia and shifted into a German Shepard (fur still red) and he nuzzled her head with his to try and cheer her up. She looked over to him and flashed a small smile before standing and walking over to the window. Crossing her arms she looked down to see Orion make it out of the building and walk down the side walk. The street still had droplets of blood though she doubted he had seen it since it was more visible up at the level she stood. With a soft sigh she leaned in and pressed her head against the glass.
"The longer you think about it, the more you might slip back in that state you were in the past. I don't want to fade away as much as I don't want you to fade..." Tobi spoke as he jumped off the couch before shifting again and if anyone was around they'd be shocked to see that he had shaped into a human though his skin was a tint of red and his hair dark red with an iris pitch black but with sparkles randomly spread bout on his iris, making his eyes look like that of space, stars twinkling. He stood behind her, turning her around and wrapping his arms around her, holding her close and trying to comfort her as much as possible.
"I know," She whispered, burying her face against his chest as she stood there trying to clam her own emotions.
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Posted: Fri Sep 19, 2014 11:22 pm
Orion Lelluana
Orion simply continued to walk along, not really paying attention to where he was going but now and then he would subconsciously lift a hand to ruffle the little bird on his shoulder feathers. He didn't even think about it- and it seemed like natural behaviour despite the fact that he hadn't been born with a detached soul like everyone else in this world. Strangely enough he ended up in the alley near Balthazars home, only coming to himself when he noticed that he was in a familiar neighborhood.
A laugh bubbled from his lips before he realized, though It was most definitely self deprecating. how could he be so weak.... When he needed to be strong? "This is stupid. You're being stupid... " He voiced out loud to himself- leaning against the wall of the alley way with a long sigh, slumping over as he let his gaze drop. He wasn't really thinking so much about the execution now- just the fact that he was trapped in such a place and now that he had made a move he had to do something- anything- to make a difference.
"A place alone is kinda lonely, isn't it" He murmured to himself, so used to staying in a dorm along with many other people...living in an apartment by himself just seemed....empty.
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Posted: Sat Sep 20, 2014 12:17 am
Balthazar had made it home quickly and sat by the window, eating the still warm spaghetti, tossing some of the meatballs to Babu for him as he quickly consumed the meal as it was the best thing he has eaten in a very long time. He figured he aught to visit Emilia a lot more for more than just food, plus it would be a good idea to keep an eye on Orion. Who knew what that boy would do if he was left unchecked after all. He didn't know why he really cared but he couldn't help but want to help. Orion had reminded him of Emilia and that caring side of him was starting to return as he wanted to see what he could do to make life bearable. After all, Zar knew the hardships of being thrown into a world he was not born into and having to adapt with no help.
With a heavy sigh he was starting to feel emotions he had not wanted to feel. He had built a wall to protect himself from sorrow or any emotion that wasn't anger or coldness. Standing he walked over to the only other door there was in the room which was a very small closet that wasn't good much much other than holding his beat up old guitar. Fortunately enough it still sounded good and the strings were still going strong. Going over to the window he opened it and sat down and began to pluck at the strings for a while and soon began to hum for a while. Glancing over at Babu he smirked a bit before puffing out and began to play and then finally began to sing. He was completely unaware that a certain someone was right below his window.
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