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Post by Tracius Sunain on Oct 5, 2015 20:17:44 GMT -6
Tracius first looked at Veronika, listening as she spoke. "No," he said softly, almost a whisper. "I could never ask you to stain your hands in such a way, dear sister." He then glanced toward Savance as he had his say. Nodding, he said, a bit louder, though still with a soft tone, "I had thought you would refuse as well, my brother. The confidence needed has, I am sorry to say, never been one of your strong points, though I must also express a slight frustration at your reticence at accepting that your abilities could soar to ever greater heights should you ever allow yourself to believe it." He didn't reply to Malachi's words, simply giving a respectful nod at the man's silent acceptance of the family's decision, as well as the offer made to train Hart, should Hart desire it.
Turning his eyes finally upon the ebon-skinned elf, he said, "Well, Hart, it seems that you've been nominated by the family. What say you, brother? Do you feel your skills equal to the task set before you? Could you kill me? Are your skills, and is your heart, enough to slay me should it become needed? Would you be able to not only live with yourself after the fact, but also lead the family through the troubled times that would surely come following the deed?"
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Post by kenryo on Oct 5, 2015 21:37:36 GMT -6
(Hart Sunain)
He couldn't believe this was where this family reunion would go. Now the single tear turned into a flood, although he made not a single noise. He looked Tracius right in the eyes as he spoke. It was the highest respect he knew to show, regardless of emotion, or circumstance you look your family in the eye. You feel, respect and honor what they are going threw. With a deep breathe, he choked back what he could of the emotions that were coursing threw his body. Looking at everyone once more, to ensure himself that this was really where this was going. That when push came to shove all these people would look to him. for guidance, protection and leadership in a time where things couldn't be worse. He then turned his eyes to Malachi, and with as blunt of an answer as he could give. "We only have a limit time, teach what you can. I am a sponge to your teachings..."
He then looked to Very, almost as a reassurance to himself, then straight back to Tracius... the tears still flowed from his face, he was heart broken by all this, but his demeanor still held strong. He showed this vulnerability here and only here, with family. But it didn't change who the man was, and what he stood for. Or what he was willing to do. "Tracius, my brother... I have always, and will always do what is necessary for this family. If it means protecting everyone including yourself I will do so. If it means breaking my own heart, so their's can be sparred I will slay you myself, and then take the helm and guide as best as I can. I love all of you, this is my family and my world. And I will do EVERYTHING, to keep it safe, and up hold all that is important." With that he rose and approached Tracius, dropping a hand on his shoulder. "But I will stand by your side until the bitter end. I will fight until I have nothing left to try and save you, and if the day comes where that is enough I will except the mantle, and honor your final request. But believe me, that will be a LAST resort. Until then I dare the gods to come between us and trying to find a way to save you. But rest assured I will protect the family, as you ask, and as the tenats and code of the Sunain's require. I will carry your teachings on, always...."
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Post by Veronika Sunain on Oct 5, 2015 22:16:56 GMT -6
She smiles at Tracius, nodding as she knew all that already, as he speaks to her and then with all them with property, she sighs as she hears all that, wishing all this wouldn’t be reason to happen, but she knew, since they were so committed with the subject it was for real, and she should now be more responsible and try to keep herself save from all the mess she uses to do, she in silence watches them all, their way, around her are the most great warriors ever and she is there , in the middle of them being heard, even being a bitch, stubborn and spoiled by Tray and Hart, now she needs to grow up. As Hart looks at her, she smiles gently and nods , slowly she walks over to a chair and sits down, pulling her hair in a ponytail, as she observes them. Slowly her eyes are attracted to the outside and she realizes is already night again, she smiles as she observes the night, some tears also rolling down her face, she looks at Hart and Tray, and realizes she is the most lucky girl in the world, even the grumpy Malachi is already getting a place inside her heart. And as soon as she is able to call him brother, maybe Veronika would, as well, make him smile as she is able to do with all those men, that even killers can’t resist her enchants and her way of being so dramatic and pure of heart, she smiles as she watches them all, knowing for now at least, she was home and being home, even in times like this will be fun…at least for her, she looks Tray in the eyes and knows he can read her mind, and knows as well, he will have to laugh for her many times before all starts to fall around them…gently she says..”Hum, well….after Savance says his words, what you all think about drinking and having some fun as a family. “she giggles and looks at Malachi…”I am pretty sure you also know how to have fun right, Mal?” she bites her lower lip and gives a beautiful smile at him, showing all them she will be responsible but for now she just want them to enjoy Tray, and their Family…even smiling the tears gently caresses her face…as she watches them all, waiting for Savance to speak again.
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Post by Savance Sunain on Oct 12, 2015 13:10:16 GMT -6
After having heard what the others had to say..he turned away from them all, his green hued cloak fluffed outwards from such a motion. His hand gripped the end of his ankle length, dangling ponytailed hair..and whipped it behind his back...had one been looking closely enough, the dazzling flickers of countless glints reflecting from his hair could've been seen. The three staves rattled from his movement..and his arms crossed over his chest. His elven ears perked abit..his eyes closed..and he'd take in a deep breath, swallowing the air in a means of trying to calm himself. Mentally cursing himself for being so overly easy to read..in no small part due to Tracius' truth in stating his confidence..or lack thereof..he nevertheless was trying to show that he had at least SOMEWHAT improved. Hell..he didn't burst into tears over the thought of killing a friend..something, the old slave days would've seen him doing.
"I know my abilities would soar, Tracius..however..what you don't know is that before I got the call..I never had to use those skills. Believe it or not..." He glanced over his shoulder at Tracius..though, his eyes did as well bounce in-between the others every so often.."Before the call..I thought I was the last of the Sunains..I was living peacefully in a quiet mountain town, and had expanded my skills beyond what they originally were. Healing magicks..nature magicks in general..shapeshifting..and, thanks to my brother..I learned how to fight more effectively, even being able to intertwine magick with my strikes. It's not that I don't believe in myself..it's just that...up till now..." He looked away again, sighing softly..."I haven't needed those skills..but I always kept training..just incase..."
His hand waved over his shoulder a few times..few dozen, perhaps..."Don't mind me..guess I got so nice and cozy playing a Wildblade survivor with my twin brother..didn't realize how heavily it impacted me until this subject came up" Turning towards the four once again, his cloak flailing yet again, this time left open so that the mythril breastplace and greaves could be fully seen.."I agree with Veronika..we should drink, feast..and enjoy the reunion"
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Post by Malachi on Oct 13, 2015 15:53:13 GMT -6
Malachi nodded at Hart. "We shall begin training your magic tomorrow morning," he promised. Then, with a smirk, he added, "I wouldn't partake too much, if I were you, in the 'celebration of life' Veronika's suggesting, though. Some of the spells just might irritate a stomach swollen with whatever you take in." He winked at Veronika with a soft laugh. "Indeed, I do know how to have fun," he said to her. I just haven't had much opportunity for such, though I will also be limiting myself to a few glasses of wine tonight."
He then looked Savance up and down for a minute. "You and Veronika might want to join in too," he said. "At least in learning a few basics. I'm sure you're a powerful healer, and you have a few tricks up your sleeve. But, I'm sure I have a spell or two you might find useful some day. Just because we're currently living in times of peace, that doesn't mean you can't prepare for strife."
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Post by Tracius Sunain on Oct 13, 2015 17:24:43 GMT -6
A rare smile of pure pride spread across Tracius' lips. "Good, good!" he praised Savance. "And, yes, I think you and Veronika should take Malachi up on his offer. He's right, you know, we never know when our skills will be called upon. And, if I might prevail upon Malachi, as well as you and Hart, a bit further, I ask that you three together train Veronika in mundane fighting arts. I feel it would be better for you three to do so rather than myself, as I cannot guarantee that the taint will not affect me during a sparring session."
With that, he rose, beaming still with pride as he looked at his family. "But," he said, "enough with business. Indeed, our dear sister is right! Let us celebrate our reunion!" With that, he clapped his hands once, and a servant entered with a bottle of wine and five glasses, while others began preparing a sumptuous feast...
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Post by kenryo on Oct 13, 2015 23:30:42 GMT -6
(Hart Sunain)
He listened to all of his family talk back and forth... This wasn't the reunion he wanted but they were all there. He dried his face and put on that large face the world smile however fake it would be. None of them could understand the burden that was placed on him. Nor would he want them to. So he would play the part. "Yes let us celebrate the moment" what moment? He thought to himself giving no real sign externally of the conflict within. He was gifted some would say with the lineage to carry i on the Sunain clan should his master fall. But it was never the mantle be wanted. But the one he was asked by everyone close to him to take. Dozens, hundreds over the centuries had died at his hand... Yet none has prepared him for this. But he would try and find the inner strength to continue. " quick someone get me a drink before I heed old Malachi's warning!" He gave off a laugh if only to give his family this moment together.
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Post by Savance Sunain on Oct 22, 2015 10:46:44 GMT -6
Looking towards Malachi after his suggestion..he'd perk a brow..but nevertheless, he'd nod slowly. Thankfully..he'd 'bested' the slavery from so long ago..now, he knew his freedom, and rather enjoyed it thoroughly. Of course, playing as a meek, timid little Elf..helped him to get closer to others..afterall, it was how he assassinated most of his victims. Gain their trust..stab them in the back..heartless, but effective.
"I'll make sure to sit in on some of those classes, Malachi.." he'd reply while shoving his length of hair behind his head.."My skills in healing are what was more focused on during that brief time in the village. You'd be surprised how many people were injured during bandit raids..and how surprised the villagers were after they suddenly disappeared" He'd shrug..details of such, he rather would've kept to himself. A good assassin, in his mind..never revealed his tactics..but then again, part of said tactics did involve his twin brother. Never far behind..it was somewhat of a blessing..though, he preferred his twin to live for himself. Oh well...what could you do?
"Training Veronika in mundane fighting arts.." he'd whisper to himself while rubbing his chin, looking to her with a worried expresssion.."That could be done, Tracius..but..my style of fighting is more agility based. Not to discredit her..but I don't see her flipping around the trees like one of us Wildblade elves" He couldn't help but chuckle..not out of disrespect..more out of the fact that it would've been funny were she to prove him capable of such.."However, I can teach her a few basic nature spells..ones that call to the vines and canopies"
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Post by Veronika Sunain on Oct 28, 2015 18:38:07 GMT -6
Very's eyes bright as Malachi winks to her and she smiles, she looks at Tray and smiles even more, as she notices he was as well enjoying the time they are all together. As the servents bring the wine she watches them distracted , thinking about the smile over his lips, she thinks that she should take a bath, change her clothes since she was tired and still sore by the episode in the forest. She was lost in thoughts as her name is said, she blinks not sure about who said it, something about training her, , shivering she looks at all them, one by one, and rolls her eyes,an almost inaudible moan of discontent as she places her eyes on Tray's. He can see through her, she knows that, she bites her lower lip and slightly shakes her head. She looks at Malachi then for giving the idea, then to Hart for being so confident about the drink. They keep talking as she wasn't there, her eyes scanning them all, as she looks at Savance and blinks as the words come from his mouth, she lifts her eyebrow and blushes as he talks to Tray about her skills, she looks at Tray, as a good spoiled girl she was she was pouting already, blinking she avoids his eyes and looks outside, she was going to reply but she thinks it is better to shut up, but well, she wasn't that kind of girl and her eyes moves to Tray again..."Really?! I do not..."...she sighs, whatever she is going to learn she should do it for him, she nods and remains silent. The servent from before, the 'plant' one who was following her all around the house this morning somehow smiles to her as Savance says she wasn't able to fight...she frowns and lifts her chin showing her tongue to him...was very slightly but she knew somehow the man was smiling because of Savance, the man chuckles and hands her a glass with the wine. She grabs the glass , and looks away, her face was really red now as Savance was still talking about her, murmuring to himself and then after he says , even she knew he wasn't being mean, about her agility not even discredit her but still, 'vines and canopies', she looks at Tray really upset and mad. Again she slightly shakes her head to him and looks at Savance.."You know, you would be ashame about how skillful I am Savance" her tone was soft but her husky voice is full of irony, like a charged gun, she was ready to argue if he wanted to go ahead with that unnecessary comments...emerald eyes sparking, seeing they all were already with their glasses, she lifts hers and nods.."Cheers"...she drinks her eyes staring into his...
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Post by Tracius Sunain on Oct 29, 2015 14:06:27 GMT -6
Tracius turned his gaze to fall on Veronika's face, his smile twisting into a smirk. "That's good, dear sister," he nearly purred. "Show "us boys" what it is you're made of." Tossing a good-natured wink in her direction, he then said to the others, "Be careful, my brothers. Remember that what you teach her, she might bring against you if you annoy her badly enough." Chuckling, he fell silent, not wishing to incur her wrath further. He, like the others, enjoyed the light banter of teasing their sister, but was always careful to try and not offend her with his statements. He didn't wish to hurt her feelings any deeper than slight teasing usually did.
Turning to Malachi, he became a bit more serious as he said, "Teach her well, my friend. But, unless she wishes it, spare her any lessons in assassination skills. And, nothing of torture, even if she begs it. I know it is sometimes necessary, I've had the displeasure of having to perform it a time or two myself, but I would rather spare her the stain of it. Train her, and this goes for you others as well." He took Hart and Savance into his gaze before adding, "Train her in defensive measures only. She is not a killer, and I would not wish her to be trained as one. Unless, that is, you wish to be, dearest sister?" He looked at Very now, brow raised in question as he sipped from his wine.
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Post by Veronika Sunain on Oct 29, 2015 14:47:35 GMT -6
Very's gaze moves from Savance to Tray quickly, she swallows the wine into her mouth and licks her lip, she raises an eyebrow as he talk to her, was he challenging her? She smiles, saing nothing she looks at Malachi as Tray talks to him, slowly she places her glass down, gently, and waits until he finishes. She sighs and as well hears all he is saying. When he finishes it , she looks at Tray again, her tone was soft but he feel she hated when her brothers were annoying her this way, she knows as well he was tainting her to learn and show him for real she was able to pretect herself against the evil around. But well, since he thinks he he can be annoying she can as well, that is what he makes better, being a spoiled girl and get herself into trouble. "You know my beloved brother, women has a special way of torture, sometimes we do not rip people's flesh, we just rip the clothes.." she smiles her eyes into his. She nods and lifts her chin.."Should I show "you boys" now what I am made of? Alright, your wish is an order.." as she says it she walks gently over Tray and places both hands on his face , gently but quickly as well she takes his lips in hers and kisses it, she pulls away gently and looks into his eyes, still staring into his eyes whispering, "Want me to show to all of them or you as a example would be fine? her eyes were teared, her heart was running, on her neck ot was possible see her pulse. Not taking her hand away she stares into his eyes, "For now , as a baith, I remember this was enough when you brought me here, I remember once , but not remember where, I kissed a man, the kiss of death, then Zach grabbed him from behind, just like you are now, and with a knife, right in front of me, cut his throat, I can even feel the warm drops that were falling over my face. I know I have a special way to put myself in trouble, but please, do not underestimate me Tray." She takes her hand away just after placing another kiss on his lips , she winks back to him and smiles as she looks over her bothers..."So 'boys', whos gonna dare me?" she walks back to where she was before and grabs the glass, she was slightly shaking as she sips a little more of her wine.
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Post by Malachi on Oct 29, 2015 15:10:13 GMT -6
Malachi nodded to what Tracius was telling him. He fully agreed: Veronika had no need to learn the deadlier arts, least of all torture. He then let his jaw drop in amazement when Veronika got up and went over to the Sunain leader and plant a wet kiss right on his lips in front of them all. What was more, she was practically offering herself to them all! He shook his head, in as much negation of her offer as it was to clear his thoughts of the images her words brought to mind. That wasn't to say that she wasn't desirable, far from it, but ever since his beloved had been killed....He'd sworn to never allow himself to be that vulnerable again, nor would he put anyone else into the same sort of position.
Instead, all he said aloud was, "So, the kitten shows her tiger's teeth. Have a care, yourself, Tracius, that she does not eat you up!"
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Post by kenryo on Nov 4, 2015 22:44:03 GMT -6
(Hart)
As talk of training and drinking continued he poured himself a large glass. Beginning to sip on it, he nodded to Tracius as he gave some final instruction for the night. "Oh I wouldn't dream of teaching her ways of killing and torture." He smirked a little "That would take the fun out of my job..." Tanking the first glass, he poured himself a second. About this time, he watched as Very approached and kissed Trac. He chuckled softly as she got a bit rowdy. "The kitten has shown her teeth indeed." As he did, he stood up grabbing a bottle. "But for your torture to work, the other party has to let you win. " He tossed her a small wink as he turned to walk outside to catch some air. On the way he stopped in front of Malachi. "A word, if you don't mind..." And with that he walked outside.
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Post by Malachi on Nov 5, 2015 20:36:15 GMT -6
Malachi, still grinning, followed Hart out onto the Keep's veranda, the starlight somehow befitting their appearances. He looked down at himself, pondering the path that had led him to this destiny. Being forced to now contemplate ending the life of one of the very few people that he felt that he could trust implicitly. He sipped from the goblet of wine he still held, then said softly to the sky, "The stars...I've heard that some groups of elven-kind travel amongst them in giant ships called "Spelljammers". I wonder...though I may not be truly of their kind, and being forced into the form of the worst of examples of their race...if I might ever be permitted to join with them on one of their voyages. Perhaps someday. In any case, you wished to speak with me?" He turned to face Hart, one snowy brow raised.
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Post by Tracius Sunain on Nov 5, 2015 20:58:41 GMT -6
Tracius had only been teasing his clan sister, but now...He had been taken off his guard, and had unconsciously returned her kiss at first. Just as he regained his senses enough to try and gently pull back, she'd broken the kiss. Turmoil filled his heart, visible in his eyes, even though he kept the rest of his features still. He enjoyed the kiss, that was true, but....
After the second kiss, this was becoming too much. He rose to his feet, silently bowed to the others in goodnight, then headed to his room. He tossed his cloak onto a nearby chair, then unbuckled his weapon belt, dropping it on the floor at the foot of the bed as he walked to one of the windows, shoving aside the heavy velvet curtain. His eyes sparkled like the emeralds they resembled as he leaned heavily against the window sill. "Callia," he whispered to the sky. "I miss you so. But, there are times, like tonight, that something occurs that makes me realize that it is time to move on past your death. The fault lies not with you, it wasn't your fault you died and left me lonely. I will always and forever love you. Yet..."
He clenched a fist and slammed it against the window frame, shaking the panes of glass within them. "Yet, what troubles me most is not a worry about whether I am dishonoring your memory, but now, with the troubles that I face...I may be forced to lay my life down tomorrow to save the rest of the clan. I have no right to think of anyone being joined with me, let alone another of the clan. Especially if she might be put into a position to be the one to strike the final blow. Or worse...become a target if I should lose control."
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