Fantasy Cerberus Vale- Main

[Ginko The Mushishi]

Jacques: Butler of Cerberus Vale

He wasn't tired, but it looked like it on the old man, when Cordelia Zale arrived with Isaac. He was indeed shocked at her wanting to speak with Joseph personally. He looked at the time on his pocket watch yet again, it hit just past midnight. "Indeed, Master Cordelia. He is in his personal study, he was just with Master Riko a while after visting Soma." He decided to take Cordelia to Joseph's study, opening the door for her when she would arrive, to allow her inside. He would close the door very slowly, and after it had latched closed. He stood up to return to his chores. He would check up on Soma within the morning.
(I'm sorry Vagabond Spectre , forgive me for taking over your character at that bit there!!)

Soma: Mummy-Devil.

Finally, his dreams hit the most cherished of his memories. Starting with Cordelia Zale.

Spoiler: Two Devils, Seekers of Justice.

Cordelia Zale
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He remembered the first time he met her, Soma was a young boy still, he didn't think much of her, but he wasn't so sure about her upon first meeting. He specifically remembered her arriving onto the estate, and meeting Jacques first hand as he tended to the bushes outside. "Hello, old man. Little boy, I assume you both are the assumed "Hunters" of Cerberus Vale?" She spoke, with a childish grin that made Soma uneasy, he wasn't so sure since he hadn't met any other demons since Joseph that he could trust. "I'm unsure if you had figured it out, but I am a demon as well." Joseph had arrived on scene, noticing Cordelia. "Hello there young lady, I don't think a demon would be smart enough to come here in the evening to fight us, unless, you are deciding on joining the Cerberus Vale?" Joseph seemed so calm, Soma wondered why. Could he tell if the demon before them was nice? If so, Soma wondered when he'd be able to tell.. This was the beginning of a friendship for Soma, that lasted as long as the Cerberus Vale itself has been alive.
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Shifting a few years down the line when both were laying in the grassy fields overlooking the ocean that was behind the mansion, Soma finally decided to ask Cordelia a question, which yielded crazy results between both of them. "Why do you fight for the good of others?" Soma would ask, and Cordelia having stood up remembering the past and lightly losing composure, returned with a frightening speed to her normal cheery self, raised her hand to the air. "Because..Well..Every kid's dream is to be a hero of justice, right?!" She said with such energy. Honestly it made Soma himself energetic, he stood up, imitating Cordelia. "YEAH!! For JUSTICE!!" He laughed, sitting back down he told Cordelia the truth of why he helps others..
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"I know that the villagers knew I was a demon. I know they didn't like me. They were afraid if anything, but they still took care of me..They gave me food when I needed it, clothes when I was cold..They provided me with items to survive, but they never treated me with any ill will. Yeah, you could say the probably would have if I went into the village a lot and bothered them too much. But I was happy living on the outside of town. Doing my own thing. They were kind to me, at least that's what I believe. They just didn't want me in the village is all.
It was like a unspoken agreement really. When the village was attacked by demons, I stepped in to save the village from doom. Most if not all the villagers asked me why, why would I save them when they never truly showed me any love, or care. When they didn't want me around.. Well, I told them why. "Why not? You guys took care of me despite knowing what I am, that's why If I had to, I'd do it a thousand times over." And that's the truth. No matter what, if you show me kindness. I'm gonna repay it, always." Soma smiled, despite being unaware of the villagers never showing Soma any sort of love, he took what they did give him as kindness.
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Cordelia watched Soma as he spoke, remembering about the true reason why she herself fought for the good of others. And the story that Soma gave to her, spurred her on to tell the truth as well. "Sounds nice. I, too, had met a good human. She taught me, about how there are people who do good things and people who do bad things. By not stopping those leading bad lives while you know can, would be the same as doing those bad things yourself. That’s why I keep doing what I have done."
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The next memory he had of Cordelia, was a short one. But one he'd think was awesome nonetheless. The day she showed him her powers, doing tricks with the water in-front of a very pumped up and excited Soma. He was laughing, while Cordelia showed amusement to Soma's peculiar astonishment towards her powers. Soma was at heart, just a bundle of happiness that couldn't be broken.

Spoiler: Kimono-Clad Devil.

Sayogoromo Seikatsu
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The first memory Soma had of Sayogoromo was of their first introduction as well. But not only that, Soma was enamored by the flashy, styilish sheet that Sayogoromo wore. Soma thought it was a bed sheet, but when Sayogoromo corrected the boy, saying it was a Kimono, Soma's eyes lit up. An unusual name but one he thought was cool, it was a white one, with red bamboo being displayed down the length of the robe. Soma took notice of Sayogoromo's coughing, and thought he was sick.
When Soma inquired it to Joseph, Joseph did indeed say he was sick and came here to be safe. Soma decided that Sayogoromo was a good demon, and grabbed his hand. "I like you. Your Kee-mooo-no looks cool!" Sayogoromo blinked by the instant gravitation towards Soma. It seems as if it wasn't hard for him to get on his good side. Which was a plus on Sayogormo's part, considering he didn't seem to have to work for it then. He decided to smile in return to Soma's compliment and thanked him. Perhaps his stay at this mansion would be a lot more interesting than he thought..
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The next memory was a simple one full of fun, Sayogoromo on his good days would be energetic, even outgoing on many occassions. And Soma was a rambunctous child full of adventure. Thus Sayogoromo was pulled into playing hide and seek, and even throwing a ball around with Soma for hours on end, sometimes even wondering how long the child would be able to last. If Sayogoromo's sickness flaired, Soma would help Sayogoromo return to his room, and leave him alone until he felt well enough the next day. To Soma, Sayogoromo was the closest figure to being a big brother to him. Despite Soma being the older demon, he retained a child's appearance. While Sayogoromo had to adapt and use his age to his advantage.
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Another memory was of Sayogoromo's room.. Soma had one day sneaked into Sayogoromo's room, and stared at the Kimono's that Sayogoromo kept neatly within the closet of his room. He would stare at them for hours depiciting the imagery found on each one and then leave. He didn't care about everything else in the room, to hell with all that. The Kimonos looked damn cool and one day he would ask Sayogoromo if he could wear one, maybe to a festival or something. But he was aware he was too small right now to wear them, maybe when he was bigger?

Spoiler: A Devil's Hidden Promise

Jian Wu
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Soma's relationship with Jian is an unusual one, and though he was still a child by the time Jian arrived, he finally learned from Joseph that he had been containing his demon energy so much that it wore down on his ability to mature into an adult. So he decided to start letting the energy out around the time Jian arrived, they both were children at the time, so connection would have been easy if it were not for Jian's past. One that Soma would not forget, nor to allow happen again. It seemed that Soma's antics as a young boy served to help Jian sometimes, and that was a great start for their friendship, but as they got older it seemed to turn into general annoyance when Soma did something stupid..Despite it being what he would do anyway.
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Upon first meeting, Jian seemed to like Soma, until she found out the truth of his heritage. Soma had never felt rejection before, nor actual fear from humans because of what he was. Sure, the village were afraid but they never seemed to shy away from being able to give him what was necessary for survival. So when it came to Jian, it upset him greatly upon realizing someone would be afraid of what he was. It actually made him question if he were truly a good person or not. Joseph and Jacques were his guides to this, aiding him in finding out he wasn't a blood-thirsty demon like Jian had witnessed, but she was indeed afraid of them because of what she experienced. Soma's slight depression quickly left him after that small talk from his mentors.
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That's why Soma began to observe Jian, and would watch her every-day to see what she was like without having to scare her so much. He would figure out the whole story of her past, and actually feel sadness for her as well. He never knew his real parents, but he bet that if he had lost them he would be upset too, and he felt as if that was enough to form a sort of bond between them from afar. Jian would slowly warm up to Soma though, and that made him happy. No need to spy on her anymore, now they could just play and grow up together actually. By the time they were teenagers, Soma had Jian down by the book, and would usually be able to tell when she got annoyed with his antics...Which he'd make worse by just continuing them. As they grew up together. Soma made a solemn promise, a vow to Jian without her being aware, one he made to himself personally. "If I ever see that demon, I will punch him with all my might, and make sure he never again causes Jian harm. I promise."
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Soma's memories shifted to the best stupid thing he could ever say and do, and one that made Jian die laughing when they were younger. Soma had decided to take a dog home with him after a mission in the night. Keeping the dog away from Jacques and Joseph, and the other members of the family. He shaved the dog's matted hair all off, until it was completely naked. Afterwards, he decided to glue long pieces of grass all over the dog's body. Letting it scurry free away from the mansion. When everyone had spotted this, they yelled at Soma in disbelief...Did he actually do that? In Soma's defense. He said "The dog looked ugly, I just gave him a haircut, but then I noticed he had no hair so I had to give him new hair. He's all clean now though!"....That was probably Jian's funniest moment, as she couldn't stop laughing for an hour.

Spoiler: Bond between Two Rivals.

Isaac Fowler
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Isaac Fowler was the most recent friend he had ever made, and the one he considered the true rival of his life. A friend, a rival, a brother. All in one. The first day they met, it was like destiny. Soma had already become an adult by the time they met, and Isaac was suffering from the possession that took hold of him. Soma was unsure of how to help him, so he dedicated some time of his nights reading about how he could help Isaac, how to fix possession or how to beat it even. Soma had been searching for a long time until recently, he wanted to make it a surprise for Isaac, for his Ceremonial Hunter's Initiation to beat this possession that took hold of him.
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The frivals would always be as some consider it best, supportive of one another's climb to getting stronger. Soma sees Isaac as his equal, and nothing else. Much like he does with everyone in the family, he sees himself as equal to all his friends. But for Isaac, it is in terms of how they both strive to become stronger and serve the family. Soma would take a bullet for this man, and he hopes the same could be said for Isaac despite his possession.
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Isaac Fowler..One memory that pierces through better than all the rest is the first mission Soma had with him. Still in his beginning stages of training, Isaac wasn't as good at fighting demon's like Soma. So Soma decided to personally teach Isaac how it is on the battlefield. Throwing him a wooden sword, and taking one into his own hands. Soma declared to Isaac "I'm going to beat the shit outta you until you know how it works. I'm a Devil, you're but a simple man. But stop thinking about the gaps on the bridge and think about how you're gonna kick their ass." That declaration would become a success, it took hours, but Isaac's confidence in himself boosted when he was able to learn a great deal of how to fight against the supernatural. Bruised heavily, both men set out on Isaac's first mission together..And it was a god damn success.

That was the last of Soma's memories, and the morning was slowly slipping into fruition.. The sun began to rise ever so slowly upon the horizon. Casting golden glows of light upon Soma's wakening body. He muttered a bit about how he felt like shit, and how he looked like he was ready for an early All-Hallows-Eve celebration.. What was for the most part, stuck in his mind. Was food. He was very hungry, and it took him quite a while to be able to move properly. By this time he had finally noticed Sayogoromo in the corner... "I always knew you had a fetish for watching mummified men rise." Soma delivered another lame joke. The usual old Soma.

LadyOfStars
Severia
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(Edits were made, messed up the spoilers and had to re-edit the post!)​

 

[Svisttt]

Irvi wasn't eager to wake up, groggily turning onto her side as the first bits of sunlight streamed in from the windows. It took her a few minutes to shake the sleep fogging her mind, before she realized she was in a cozy little room by herself. Frowning, she wondered how she'd gotten here. Had she dozed off? She must've, or she had just been too tired to remember entering the room.

She sat up in the bed she was in, rubbing at her eyes and trying to take in the new surroundings. There was a little vase filled with flowers sat on the table by the bed, alongside a candle that looked like it had been burning for awhile. Somehow, the flame had persisted through the night, and didn't look like it'd go out on it's own anytime soon. Irvi managed to drag herself out of bed, an action she quickly regretted, to blow the flame out. She hesitated though, standing by the table for a good while just staring at the candle, like a child might watch a bunny hopping through their yard. Shaking her head, she blew the fire out and scanned the room again.

She was surprised to see many of her old belongings were here- she hadn't been allowed to bring many of her things with her when she was sent to the orphanage. Still, scattered around the room was what little she had brought with her to that place, along with a lot of the stuff she'd had to leave behind at her aunt's. A smile spread across Irvi's face as excitement briefly shot through her, happy to have a little bit of her old life here in this new place. She briefly let her hands trail to her neck to make sure the locket she'd rarely taken off was still there, before letting her arm drop with a relieved sigh.

The young girl walked throughout the room, wondering if it was really hers now. It must've been, but she couldn't stop the little bit of doubt creeping through her as she remembered what took place last night. What if no one wanted her to stay here? Tears filled her eyes as that thought sunk in, but she tried to remember what Jacques had told her about Isaac not meaning the things he'd said. It was barely even what was spoken that hurt her- it was more so the hostility he'd had with her. It's my fault for going up to him. I should've just left everyone alone and sat with Riko. Then again, he might've wanted to be alone too.

Irvi hoped Riko was okay- she didn't get to see him for the rest of the night after dinner. Wiping her eyes on the sleeve of her sweater, she told herself she'd try talking to him again today to make sure he was feeling alright. For now, Irvi rummaged through a little pile of clothes and put on whatever shirt and pair of trousers looked the cleanest, along with a few pairs of sweaters. Nothing unusual, at least for her.

Her stomach grumbled, upset over how little she'd eaten yesterday, but Irvi didn't want to leave this quiet little space. She didn't want to cause any issues for anyone else, and she figured she'd just get lost if she left to explore, anyways. She strode across the room towards a familiar looking book on the floor, and picked it up before plopping down on the little sofa in the corner. She curled into herself, holding the photo album in her lap as she opened up the first page. Irvi forced more tears back as she gazed at the familiar looking pictures, and pretended for a little while longer that she was still at home and nothing had ever changed.

"I miss you."

 

[Severia]

Cordelia Zale
A Very Honest Girl Reporting​

After a greeting and some jokes involved studying, Cordelia reported to Joseph about the mission. She recalled the succubus speaking to Isaac and how she herself told Isaac that "a good girl never lie" so she had to stick with that...

“Earlier tonight, we headed to the given location. Along the way, in the middle of a forest, we encountered a target in disguise. Since I was sleeping, I couldn't provide you the exact location." Stated in a matter of fact tone. The girl briefly paused to consider her choice of words "As the target was sighted, Isaac immediately engaged her and was attacked” romantically “Despite that, the trainee had a lot of fighting spirit" against me "and later provided a crucial support” by being my launch pad “which allowed me to incapacitate the target."

Omitting some words in favor of the man, she made a cute thinking sound before continuing.

"If anything, I say that guy did a great job tonight. That concludes our mission today"

Thinking of Isaac action against his own demon, the girl spoke from her heart. After letting herself smile warmly for a few seconds, the air suddenly grew stiff as she changed the topic.

“The target, however, committed suicide while mentioning an individual called Master. For me, it's unusual for a demon like her to kill herself just because she lost, so it definitely has something to do with this Master guy."

She paused, looking the retired hunter in the eyes and observed his reaction.

"What's your opinion?"

Ginko The Mushishi

 

[LadyOfStars]

Sayogoromo:
Soma’s room​

Sayogoromo had been in and out of sleep while he waited for, Soma to wake up. His own illness seemed to be much calmer with the sunrise. “I could say the same thing about you and my kimonos.” A smile spread across the demon’s face and he shook his head at the silly nature of their comments. With his smoking pipe having burned through its herbs, the smoke in the room had thinned considerably over night. Sayogoromo scratched at the side of his head and groaned quietly as he stretched and cracked his back.

“When you’re better...” The demon’s words were paused as he started to get up from the floor. He moved very slowly; his limbs stiff from the uncomfortable position. As he got up however, Sayogoromo’s hairs moved as well. The black strands spiraled upward and quickly started to shape thenselves into a bun at the top of his head. Meanwhile, Sayogoromo leaned against the wall while he waited for his left leg to wake up. “...there is a question I have to ask you, a favor.” Sayogoromo stuck the smoking pipe into his hair and the matches into his obi. Now wasn’t the time to question, Soma or ask for something from him, the demon needed to recover.

“Now that you’re awake and I see that you’re well, I can go. I see there anything that you want or need?” He approached no the bed and tucked his arms into the sleeves of his kimono.

 

[Ginko The Mushishi]

Joseph: Lord of Cerberus Vale

When speaking with Cordelia, he took note of her report with glee, Isaac was doing well! That made him happy, Isaac had come such a long way, and though Joseph had failed at trying to quell the demon inside Isaac, he had hoped Isaac would become a Hunter one day. All of this helped to push him into the Ceremony. Though, when Cordelia began speaking about the mission itself, and the unusual activity that the Succubus preformed upon herself...This changed Joseph's normal, happy demeanor into a sullen one. He stood up, moving towards a few books upon his bookshelf that spanned across a wall. "That is unusual for a Succubus. They are known to be persistent at times, but I'm afraid more-so of this "Master" she spoke of." He turned around, flipping a few pages into a black leather-bound book. Setting it on the table, as he sat back down in his chair and looked at Cordelia. "I know little about previous Lords of Hell, the most notable one was Lucifer, whom united Hell and had the most power of all, his whereabouts are hard to come by. But from my information he was sealed away inside a certain object of unknown identity. Since then he hasn't been able to appear in Hell, nor any other realms since."
Joseph cleared his throat a bit, leaning back as he draped his long, flowing cape over his shoulder. "What I can say is, after he left, a bunch of demons fought to gain power over Hell. Some resorting to sucking the souls of whole demon clans to acquire power. Or even having relations with other strong demons to create offspring that would lead them to rule." Joseph's eyes turned to a very light red compared to his normal ruby red color. "When I was in the Demonic Armies, 3 Lords of Hell were in power, they had made a pact with one another to keep their rule intact. They were the ones that sent me to Earth as punishment for neglecting to kill a runaway child in a raid. I don't know if they still hold power, or if they've been usurped. Though, if there is someone out there that is trying to become the next Lord of Hell, then we must be very careful of how we pick and choose to fight. Especially if this "Master" Is aware of who we are, and what we do."
Severia

Soma: A Healing, Mummy-Devil.

Soma laughed, a good jab of a joke from Sayogoromo indeed. He watched as Sayogoromo stood up, feeling a little proud of the sickly demon. He could respect his determination over the sickness. Soma cracked his neck after Sayogoromo finally stood up, and then smacked his hands together. "Nonsense! I've got enough energy to do an errand for you. Just tell me what it is and I'll get it done. But other than that, anything I need? Well...I am hungry, VERY hungry...But I'd like to meet one of the new recruits! Do you know where one of them is?" Soma said, with excitement in his eyes. The Devil was sore all over, and was rather slow at moving this time around, but that didn't stop him from being awesome. Thankfully, his regeneration powers allowed his wounds to not open up as he did anything strenuous...Like open a door or get out of bed even.
LadyOfStars​

 

[LadyOfStars]

Soma’s willingness and desire to be helpful brought a small smile to, Sayogoromo’s face. It was impressive to see someone with his wounds be so happy and kind. Even among demons that was a rare occurrence. “No and no. My questions can wait and I haven’t seen the new members since their attendance at dinner last night.” Thinking of food so much made the demon’s stomach growl. The sound surprised even him. It wasn’t loud any thing like that, but he rarely heard his stomach growl while he’d lived here.

“I’ll go get breakfast. I can bring you back some food, unless you’d like, Jacques to serve you.” Sayogoromo stepped away from the bed and started towards the doodle.

Ginko The Mushishi

 

[Ginko The Mushishi]

Soma: Healing Mummy-Devil
His smile broadened with a mischevious edge to it. He began thumping towards Sayogoromo in a weird way, while keeping the pain hidden deep inside his chest. So as to not scream each time he moved. "Listen, I've got a great idea. But you gotta promise me after we get some food you'll tell me your favor, alright?" He opened the door for Sayogoromo, whispering into his ear. "I'll lay back down, and act as if I'm dead. You'll gotta act through with me though, when Jian comes to visit me, which we alll know she will. You gotta be the bearer of bad news. And then leave the room to allow Jian some time alone. After that, I'll reveal the prank on her. It is A GENIUS PLAN!" He began thumping again. Out to the hallway until the bane of his existence arrived..

Jacques: The Butler of Cerberus Vale. And Bane of a Mummy-Devil's existence.
"What. Are. You. Doing." Jacques announced to the now nervously sweating Mummy in the hallway. "You will get back to your room this instant and lay your ass back into that bed. By the way, Master Irvi, one of the new recruits wanted you to have this." He gave Soma the flower, who in turn slid it into one of the bandages he had wrapped around him. "LET ME SEE HER, PLEASE?!" Soma pleaded with Jacques, who in turn, sighed. "Fine. For only a few minutes. Go." Pointing towards Irvi's door. He then looked at Sayogoromo. "Would you like me to make breakfast? Or are you gonna make your own? If you are, please make sure Soma gets something to eat. I have some chores that are still needing to be done."

Soma: Healing Mummy-Devil
He opened the door without a care in the world. Thumping in like a god-awful creature in constant silent pain. "TIS' YOU WHO HAS GIFTED ME THIS BEAUTIFUL FLOWER FOR MY WELLNESS?" Soma said, loud enough to be odd. But in a way, his yelling was comical, though he wasn't loud enough to disturb the rest of the mansion. "I THANK THEE YOUNG LADY, MY NAME IS SOMA. YOU ARE A LITTLE SWEATERED ONE I SEE." I spoke once more. Trying to extend his hand out to her. Until Jacques finally strolled up, Picking Soma up by his waist. "I am very sorry Master Irvi, Soma is very excited to meet new recruits..I will take him to his room now." The mummy-Devil wriggled in the arms of his captor. "NOOOO! PUT ME DOWN YOU VILE OLD MAN! LET ME BOND WITH THE GIIIRRRrrrrrllll~!" He was taken away, back to his room to rest by the butler.
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[animegirl20]

In the Dream:
"Jian were have you been? Why haven't come over to play? Is it because what I did to your parents?"

Jian just stood there watching him unsure if she should speak.

"I really am sorry but you know it's just way demons are they can't contain themselves forever you know. Eventually they got let that monster out."

"Not all demons are like you."

"Really?" Boy titled his head to the side. "You sure about that? Aren't you afraid of them just snapping one day and tearing you limb from limb?" He had tooth grin and his teeth had turn sharp.

"N-no They wouldn't and I'm not afraid of them or you! Besides your long gone....."

"Oh Jian I'm not gone infact I never left. Been watching you the whole time. Was little hard to get to you though with all of those other demons around. I was only kid at the time so I wasn't that strong but now that I'm older. He transformed into a man around her age. "I had to fine the perfect time to get into your head when no was watching or paying attention. Your stupid demon friend getting hurt seemed like the perfect time. No one was paying attention to notice me around and that demon was out cold. I'm in your mind Jian and I'm going to drive you mad!" He turned into his monster for and lunged at her.

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Jian woke with a sudden jolt, sat up and gasped. She was breathing heavily and looked really freaked out. She shook her head. "It was just a dream, it was just a dream, it was just a dream....." Finally she calmed herself down fell back on to her bed looking at the ceiling. It was not in common for her to have nightmares about her parents getting killed but this time the dream had been different. It was usually like a flash of memories but this time the demon boy spoke to her. She shaken slightly. She wanted to get up and get some water but she to shaken up. Should she tell someone her dream.....no it was fine it wasn't real....right?

 

[Severia]

Cordelia Zale
A Sleep-deprived Girl​

Having heard about Joseph’s past and the freaks called Lords of Hell, Cordelia briefly thought back to when she last heard about them, which was the time she just became a hunter and was explained about the general idea of the demon realm. Having zero memories of such place, it used to be an irrelevant piece of information for her, and would still be if not for today.

Making affirmative sounds here and there, the girl had been immersed in thoughts. She raised eyebrows a bit when an unfamiliar name like Lucifer was mentioned, though she didn’t interrupt the old demon and let him finish.

“I don’t think we can do anything now.” Was her conclusion after the room momentarily fell silent. “Currently, we don’t have enough information about this Master, though I do agree that we should be more cautious. If anything...” The light in her eyes flashed a strong will “the next time I encounter any demon that might have relevant information, I’ll try my best to capture them alive.”

It was so unusual of her. Cordelia thought after leaving the room. Normally, she would always tackle the problems head-on followed by the most effective method that she had figured in between, not admitting that there was nothing she could do from a get-go like this. Then again, she knew so well why she was acting strange, it’s just that there was nothing she could do about it.

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“NOOOO! PUT ME DOWN YOU VILE OLD MAN! LET ME BOND WITH THE GIIIRRRrrrrrllll~!”

Again!? Cordelia annoyingly raised from her bed. She grabbed the large flask on her cabinet and threw it on the ground.

A moment later, the door of the mummy room was slammed open. “Soma Vale!” The executioner in pink lace slip stepped in the room, slowly, steadily.

“You want to bond with the girl that badly? How about bonding with a girl who hate waking up early first, hmm~~~?”

For a moment, the smile on her face gave off an eerie, sadistic vibe, which seemed to match the aura of that giant water fist floating behind her.

In spite of that childish action, she had secretly glanced at the mummy and had already chosen where to safely strike.

Ginko The Mushishi

 

[Svisttt]

Irvi stared in horror as the door was thrown open and squeaked as a yelling, flamboyant mummy limped its way inside. Was that a flower hanging off one of the bandages? She wasn't completely sure what it was saying, catching bits about sweaters and the name Soma. OH MY GOD DID HE ACTUALLY DIE IS HE A MUMMY NOW? No, he can't be dead. Can he? She stared at him in shock, until Jacques popped in and carried him out like he was a toddler. The door hung open and she watched them walk out of sight, and Irvi closed the little photo album and set it on the sofa.

She stood up and hesitantly walked to the door, ignoring the part of her that was yelling at her to turn back. The guy actually wanted to talk to her- maybe going after him wouldn't be so bad. The sweater-clad girl trailed out of the room, glancing up and down the hallway for any signs of people. She saw Cordelia slam a door open and heard what sounded like her scolding someone. Blinking, Irvi slowly backed into her own room again, gently shutting the door.

 

[Ginko The Mushishi]

Soma: Healing Mummy-Devil

Despite being in a very bad situation, in which he was in a very bad situation. He made the most of it like it was a big joke. Laying on his side, one arm perched and holding his head up lazily, one of his legs outstretched on the bed, his pose was intended to be in a seductive manner, when the male is usually making a romantic scene for the female..
"I didn't know you wanted to bond with me so much, Cordelliiaaa~ I could almost say you're jealous of any girl who shows interest in your Soma-Poo" he said, staring at Cordelia while trying to keep his laughter from bursting out. Oh he didn't care about the water fist, but he did care about having fun. He softly purred as a means to get her riled up as well.

Jacques: Butler of Cerberus Vale

Jacques spared no time, slipping into Irvi's room and closing it. "I am not getting in between those two..." turning around he adjusted himself accordingly. "Master Irvi, I am glad to see you awake. Would you like breakfast? I have chores to do still but my Masters are top priority."

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LadyOfStars
Severia
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animegirl20
Vagabond Spectre​

 

[animegirl20]

Jian sat up as she heard people yelling in the hall. She really did not need this right now. Jian slowly got out of bed and put her bathrobe on and stepped out into the hall. What she saw honestly didn't surprise her. In fact she felt stupid for not knowing every detail. Ivri looked scared and confused and was retreating to her room and Cordelia with big water fist aiming at someone on Soma's room. Totally typical...wait Soma? Was he awake?! Jian quickly went to the door and stood next to Cordelia peeking in. "Soma your alright!" Jian said happily and relieved but that soon disappeared seeing him lay there on the bed and the cringe worthy words that came out of his mouth. Eye brow twitched but she breathed in slowly trying very hard not to knock his teeth out. She then walked passed Cordelia and sat in a chair next to his bed. She then turned her head to look at him. She had a pleasant smile. "Soma...you've just woken up from being in a serious fight where everyone was quite worried about you. Why do you feel the need to piss off those people?"
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Severia
Ginko The Mushishi

 

[Svisttt]

Irvi wished she could crawl back under the bed sheets and have a restart on the day- and it wasn't even the afternoon yet. She was about to walk back over to the little sofa when the door opened again, and Jacques walked in asking if she wanted breakfast. Hesitantly, Irvi shook her head, despite her stomach telling her otherwise. She didn't really want to bother anyone with anything, despite Jacques offering to do something for her. Instead, she squeaked, "Can... can I help with anything?" She didn't want to sit around doing nothing, not wanting to make people think she'd be useless this whole time.

Ginko The Mushishi

 

[ebb]

“And unfortunately, a good girl doesn’t lie, so I’ll have to report all our actions to Joseph in details, any objection?”

“No, yes, I-” before he had the chance to oppose her offer, she’d already walked off, leaving him standing in the grass. Staring after her, he was filled with apprehension. What if this small blunder on the mission ruined everything? All the time he’d spent making the vale his home? Would he have to leave, find somewhere new? If so, where? Mind racing, he shook out his arms and shoulders, trying to release the tension. “Fuck...” he muttered to himself, eventually following her up the front steps into the estate.

Incana crept just behind, whiskers brushing against the backside of his hand. The fibers turned to globby wetness as Icana changed form, oozing up his arm and across his neck. An involuntary shiver ran up his back as the burning, tingling plasma dripped into his ear. Once repossessed, Incana’s anger mixed with his anxiety to create a malicious stew of negative feelings.

Hmm- you should rest. You must be exhausted after today. I have a whole show prepared for you, Incana sang sweetly into his ear, breath hot. Scoffing aloud, Isaac knew better than to believe the demon. Chances were, he planned to make him suffer for his mistakes, so sleeping would be a terrible idea. “You know, I’m not feeling very tired. I thought I would do some reading tonight. Really gather some knowledge. Some know-how.”

Plopping down on one of the overstuffed chairs in the library, he twisted sideways to pull a book from the shelf. Catching a worn green tome with his finger, he gave it a tug, releasing a small avalanche of dust. Not caring what the material was about, he cracked it open a third way through. A lamp on a nearby table provided a soft glow that made him tempted to nod off, but he’d be damned if he fell asleep. Literally and metaphorically.

Taking a few breaks throughout the night to walk the halls aimlessly, Isaac made it through a sizable stack of books on irrigation, old lost languages, and a collection of old poems. One stuck out in his mind, and he found himself reading it over several times.

“It has been proven, I take it, as thoroughly as anything can be proven in this world, that the higher emotions, the moral feelings, even the subtle tenderness of love, are evolved from the elemental desire and fears of the simple animal: they are the harness in which man’s mental freedom goes. And it may be that, as death overshadows us, as our possibility of acting diminishes, this complex growth of balanced impulse, propensity, and aversion whose interplay inspires our acts, goes with it. Leaving what?”

Feeling sorry for himself, and way too philosophical after reading the existential poetry, he dragged his sore body into the dining room, digging around the carefully organized kitchen for some coffee. Not bothering to clean up after himself, he posted up on the counter, book still in hand.

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[Ginko The Mushishi]

Joseph: Lord of Cerberus Vale

He quickly went to the library, passing the kitchen in which Isaac was in, noticing he had passed Isaac, he bounced back, Leaning into the room. "Great job on the Hunt, Isaac! I knew you would do well. You're getting closer to becoming a Hunter. Stand proud, my boy." He smiled, and returned to his speedy pursuit towards the library. He needed to begin searching, something at least. The library had a large category of monsters of all kinds, he wanted to figure out whatever he could on certain demon clans. Any he might think were suspicious in wanting to take over the Lordship in Hell. It was a good start, but it wouldn't be enough he was sure..Still, he slaved away in the library to figure something out. At least gain a lead on SOMETHING.
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Jacques: Butler of Cerberus Vale

Jacques smiled softly at Irvi, patting her head. "If you really want to help, then I need you to be Soma's caretaker. Yes, the mummy-man. Just latch yourself onto his chest. He won't mind much. I'm sure with you close by he won't cause any mischief. And I know you're hungry" He stopped patting her head, adjusting his monocle. "I've been the butler here for 100 years, remember? I know when people are hungry. And I know when they lie." He chuckles. Opening the door and turns to Irvi "I'll make you and Soma some food while you get to be his prison officer. Do not let him out of his room, also, earlier he was thanking you about the flower you plucked for him." Jacques left, with the door open for her to re-locate herself towards Soma's room.
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Soma: A Mummy-Devil

Soma had failed his genius plan when Jian walked in, totally uncaring of the giant water fist that would hit him. "DAMN IT! You were supposed to think I was dead so I could pull my prank on you!" He pointed at Jian, crossing his arms. "Now my masterplan will never work..Its failed Sayogoromo! We can't do it now." He said to the Kimono-Devil out in the hallway, then returned his attention to the anger-filled women in his room. "Now I'm aware I was badly banged up, but hear me out. I LOVE when the new recruits arrive, you guys know this! How could I not be loud and crazy and want to get to know them? I don't wanna rest right now I wanna bond with the newcomers!" He could barely lift his arms up in the air to assume a hurrah! pose. Signifying he really was in bad shape. His arms soon enough dropped after he couldn't take anymore pressure to his arms. "Damn it...Still not as fluid in my motion as I want to be but whatever.." He muttered to himself. "WEEELLLL, how was the mission for you guys?" Soma said, completely disregarding the trouble he could be in by now.
animegirl20
Severia
LadyOfStars​

 

[Severia]

Cordelia Zale
A Girl Bathing a Mummy​

Seriously now...

That’s just how Soma was. Normally, that guy would already take what he deserved, but glancing at Jian and the direction of Irvi’s room, Cordelia didn’t want to worry the girl who cared for his injuries or startle the newcomer with some loud scream that she might never had heard before.

To his response, the pink demon giggled and snapped her fingers

Rushing to the demon who had made a seductive pose as though asking for it, the water fist made a wheezing sound as it passed through the air.

Before abruptly stopping about a millimeter above his face.

A comical moment of silence kicked in, but before the man could make a triumphant sound, pose, or say anything of sort.

“My mission huh? Let’s see... it’s as easy as bathing!”

Her lips curled into a smile as she enthusiastically said that. Without warning, the fist dissolved, turning into a giant water balloon...

“How about yours?”

Turning to the other girl, Cordelia casually asked. She also wanted to ask Soma about what happened last night, though the girl decided to wait until everyone who might want to hear it presented.

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[Svisttt]

Irvi's face turned red at Jacques' first few sentences, and she might as well have been a tomato by the time he was done. Still, when he opened the door she nodded and mumbled a thank you before trudging out of the room after him. She hesitantly walked in the direction of the mummy-man's room, hearing muffled voices coming from inside. Ignoring the fear and confusion slowly building up within her, she gently knocked before opening up the door.

And then she saw Cordelia dousing the mummy-man in water.

Blinking, Irvi resisted the urge to bolt away from the weird scene that was unfolding in the room. Still hovering in the doorway, the young girl squeaked, "Uhm... is-is this a bad time...?"

 

[animegirl20]

Jian anger faded a bit and there was small smile on he face. "Jeez Soma you'll get to meet the new ones later. They can come visit you ok? Besides you need to rest you can hardly move." She then saw the motion of the water fist coming his way. Jian wasn't going to stop it. But then when he asked how the mission went Cordelia answered then suddenly the water first turned into a water balloon. Jian cocked an eyebrow up looking at it. She better not get me wet. Jian thought to herself. Jian looked over to Cordelia when she asked how her mission went. "Oh it was go-....wait a min." It had just hit her what Soma said just a moment ago. He was kind of talking fast and excitedly so it didn't sink in what he said till just now. "You were going to pretend you were dead?" Her eyes were widen at the disbelief. "Are you fucking insane?! Do you hate me Soma? Seriously who the hell does that?! That's not funny! Why would you want to do that to me?! Do you want to see me cry? Is that funny to you?!" She stood up staring at him. "Well?!"
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Severia

 

[ebb]

"Great job on the Hunt, Isaac! I knew you would do well. You're getting closer to becoming a Hunter. Stand proud, my boy."

Lost in thought, Isaac jumped when Joseph dipped his head into the room. Jolting, the coffee that was balanced against his knee split everywhere onto the counter. The relief of knowing that Cordelia had lied made him physically relax. Abandoning the spilt coffee along with the rest of the mess, he hopped off the counter. If Joseph was awake, maybe the others were as well. He was immediately in better spirits, knowing that his worries of being kicked from the vale were unjustified. Despite being bone tired. He wanted to find Cordelia and thank her for whatever it was she said. And, most importantly, he needed to get an update on Soma. Not knowing his condition had only been adding to the stress earlier. If something serious had become of him, the estate wouldn’t be the same, and Joseph’s news wouldn’t matter that much anyhow.

Turning the corner, he was greeted by chaos.

“Whoah. Nope-”

Jian was yelling at Soma, her rapid fire barrage was so quick he had trouble making it out. Meanwhile, Cordelia was giving him a special treatment by threatening him with mass of water. Grimacing, he approached gingerly. Good news was Soma was alive. Bad news was he might not be in a few hours, after his estate-mates were done with him. The girl he’d yelled at earlier was floating in the doorway, looking as confused as he felt. He grunted something that might’ve been a “hello”, but he didn’t bother to properly stop and address her.

Pushing his way inside, he silently mouthed “what’s going on?” to Sayogoromo, hoping to get some answers. “Whoah whoah whoah,” he objected. “Guys! Soma was almost dead yesterday, go easy on the poor man, will you?”

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[Ginko The Mushishi]

Soma: A Very Terrified Devil
Soma looked over at Cordelia, and at the water balloon as well, then back at her. He would have told them his mission went well if they asked, but they didn't seem so interested in that. Things happened rather quickly, at first, Irvi came in. Whom was a new recruit! "No! This isn't a bad time at all! Don't worry come on in, join the party!" He laughed, smiling at Irvi, despite not knowing of the impending fury about to arrive in his face...

Soma was in deep trouble now, he felt the seething anger and disbelief from Jian as she yelled at him. He tried to put his finger up in a way of saying "let me speak!" His nervous sweating returning to him. If there was someone scarier than Jacques in Nurse mode. It was Jian in fury mode. He let out a very small nervous laugh, looking up at the woman "N-Now Jian..L-Look it was just a simple prank...It wasn't meant to be anything..uh...Er...Baaad... I just wanted to have a little joke with you, ya know.. N-No! I don't want to see you cry! Not at all! I...Uh..Weell you know..I just kinda..Heh..Thought it would help lighten the mood? If you were worried about me you wouldn't need to because.. Ya know..I'm super strong?" He said to her in a small voice. Within his mind, he was going bonkers

"AAAHHHHHHHHHHH SHE'S GONNA KILL ME. SHE'S GONNA LITERALLY TEAR ME APART!! DAMN IT SOMA YOU'RE IN FOR IT NOOWW!"

He lightly gulped, looking at Jian. "I'm sorry if you thought it was going too far..I uh...Didn't really want you to get this mad, if I hurt your feelings I'm truly sorry.." He actually felt bad now, considering he thought the idea wasn't as bad as it seemed. But considering Jian was very upset over it he was now realizing maybe that would have hurt her rather than made her annoyed with him. All he knew right now was he was stepping on eggshells. Jacques, nor Joseph would be able to help him now. But Isaac certainly came in to try and calm the raging fire that burned within Jian right now. Though he barely thought it would work with her.
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ebb
Severia
animegirl20
LadyOfStars
Vagabond Spectre​

 

[Svisttt]

As Isaac pushed past her, Irvi was torn between entering the room or slinking away from the situation. Looking further into the room, she quickly realized most of the Estate's residents were now inside, and that made the decision for her. Twisting her hands, she stepped back and walked down the hallway, not sure where she was going and not caring too much. Part of her was hoping to run into Riko, but she was happy to be by herself for a little while. I don't think Jacques needs me to watch mummy-man, he's got plenty of friends there for him. She smiled a little to herself and stuck her hands in her pockets, trying to keep track of where she was going. She knew she'd forget the path she's taking soon, but it couldn't hurt to at least try to familiarize herself with the big home.

 

[animegirl20]

"N-Now Jian..L-Look it was just a simple prank...It wasn't meant to be anything..uh...Er...Baaad... I just wanted to have a little joke with you, ya know.. N-No! I don't want to see you cry! Not at all! I...Uh..Weell you know..I just kinda..Heh..Thought it would help lighten the mood? If you were worried about me you wouldn't need to because.. Ya know..I'm super strong?"

She glared at him as he spoke. "Super strong? You looked almost super dead yesterday and right now you look like your in a lot of pain. Now imagine just how much pain your going to be in when I'm finished with you!"

I'm sorry if you thought it was going too far..I uh...Didn't really want you to get this mad, if I hurt your feelings I'm truly sorry.."

She glared at him thinking but moments later her eyes started to soften. He seemed really really freaked out. Not something he usually did when she was mad. It was clear that he might of realized he stepped over the line. Jian stood there thinking of what to say but then Isaac came in and spoke sealing Soma's fate.

“Whoah whoah whoah,” he objected. “Guys! Soma was almost dead yesterday, go easy on the poor man, will you?”

Her rage came back. "Go easy on him? Go easy on him?! Like hell I will!!" She said glaring at Isaac. He was about to be next. Yeah she had lost it. This wasn't a good morning for her. She pushed Cordelia and Isaac out of the room. She wasn't thinking about the fact Cordelia still had that water balloon. Then shut it behind them. She then turned around sat back in the chair near the bed and leaned back and closed her eyes trying to calm her fury before she actually did beat the mess out of him. Deep down she didn't want to beat up someone cover in bandages, let alone him, but she was very close to doing it. Plus even though that prank he actually wanted to do was completely insensitive she was also still a bottle of nerves from waking up earlier so none of this helped.
Ginko The Mushishi
Severia
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[Severia]

Cordelia Zale
A Resident Girl Giving a Butler More Work.​

Good grief. Cordelia looked at Soma apologizing to Jian. You should have known better, saying something like that.

Now he made her wonder who was supposed to be the childish one here

Then there was Isaac’s voice, which she immediately retorted

“Eh!? Where’s the poor man you’re talking about!?”

Filled that extremely high-pitched question was the finest amount of curiosity. She intended to call off from this usual-but-stupid scene at this point, but then Jian’s reactions entered her eyes.

“Soma Vale, Isaac Fowler.“

As she suddenly said that in a cold voice, the water balloon split into two.

“While I’m a cute and kind girl, there are three things I can’t stand:”

Having said that, the girl once again smiled in a way that could be described as friendly. Though, for some reason, the air in that room was probably being colder than the voice earlier.

“Those who prevent me from eating sweets.” A finger raised.

“Those who disturb my sleep” A V sign was made. These points were made in a cheerful, childish tone, contrasting what followed.

“AND THOSE WHO SAY SHIT TO GIRLS WITHOUT THINKING!!!” Thunderous splashes of water resounded throughout the mansion.

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[Ginko The Mushishi]

Soma: Wet Devil

Soma didn't mind the explosion of water that had attacked him, he was glad for it. A nice bath was well-received. After Jian had slammed the door in Isaac and Cordelia's face, he watched as she went to his chair and sunk down in it. Laying her head back while she closed her eyes. Soma rose rather slowly, walking over to his closet, pulling out his signature coat and draped it over Jian. "You might not wanna look, so keep that over you for now." Soma took his boxers off, and began unwrapping the wet bandages off his body. His body was still healing from his ordeal last night, right now there were scars riddled all over his body, slowly but surely disappearing with time because of his regeneration power.

The most fatal of the blows he received last night, had become a large, deep scar across his chest. It was taking the longest to heal. With that, Soma slipped a new pair of boxers on as well as his pants. He didn't need the bandages now, considering all there was on his body were scars. From there, Soma turned around pulling off the coat from over Jian's head. Placing his hand over her hair and softly rubbing her head a bit.

"You know, before you begin to pound me into my next life. But I'd like to thank you, and everyone else who was worried about me. Makes me feel better ya know?" He smiled down at Jian, but soon enough noticed she felt off. Something must have happened to her..

"You okay? You look like you didn't get enough sleep, or was it a nightmare?" He was lucky that none of the water seemed to have got on his bed. Laying back down on it, Soma silently agreed to getting some rest and not overdoing it for his body. "You can talk to me, ya know. If it was a nightmare." He leaned his head back onto his pillow, closing his eyes. Listening, or waiting for Jian to speak.
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[Vagabond Spectre]

Riko Miracus
The Newcomer Outlaw​

It was one wild night for Riko. It was just his first day yet there is already a commotion between members of the estate. Riko never bothered to talk nor react to anything. In fact he never even ate and just followed Jospeh, who showed him to his room. He wasn't hungry for that night and he is used to it. He was tired. Joseph led him to his room, which was better than sleeping on the floor. Riko never spoke throughout the whole night like a mute person.

He finally reached his room. As much as he is relieved to have his own room where he can sleep in peace, he still didn't speak out. He just nodded his head in silence. The first thing he noticed was the bed. He was so tired and sleepy. He was left alone in private. Riko looked over the big mirror on his room. Directly standing in front of it. He took a good look at himself. Looking back to his reflection. He secretly revealed his X-marked scar carved on on the left side of his temple. He looked at himself with a doubt, followed by a sigh. He slowly removed his Oak wood-colored trench coat and tossed over the sofa. There was no coat hanger in sight so he just tossed it there. Without the coat. His arms were revealed...

"...Look on the bright side, Riko... Atleast you don't have to live in the cramped spaces of this world." Riko said to himself as he gave another sigh at the end.

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Riko's arms were covered in many different kinds of bruises, scars and slashes. Most of it were clothed up by his ski, although some were coated with his dry blood. Whatever he went through was so much that 70% of his arms are covered with burns and scratches. He was quite a tough one. Most peep would go crazy over this kind of constant abuse. Riko arms were slightly toned. Makes sense if he always wields a firearm. His thin arms had muscles in it. The most notable feature on each arm is that there is a X symbol carved on both biceps of his arms.

Riko removed his upper ragged shirt. His dark green polo shirt was dropped to the ground by him. Thus revealing his body that is also full of scars and bruises. The most noticeable was his shoulder. Freshly bandaged with a dirty cloth. It was the biggest injury he has by far. It seems to be a gunshot. The blood leak was like a huge spattered tomato paste on cloth. It bled so much dry blood. Jian touched this Injury. Riko didn't took long to stare at his upper damaged torso and decided to sleep, calling it a day... He slept without a shirt on.

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Riko's dark vision...​

During the night. He fell asleep rather quickly. He was so tired. He always slept early because he was told so by his kidnappers. Riko was never the dreamer type but this dream seems rather significant to him.

There in the mist of white. Riko opened his astral eyes while dreaming. It felt so real... All he can see is whiteness around him in a form of a mist. even the ground feels like he is somewhere so high up. Riko didn't realize that his whole body was laying down. He cannot move it nor feel it. He was stuck in a lying position. He noticed that the mist around him slowly breezed away from him. He saw his whole body was tattered and bloody. He was attacked at this moment. He saw his old wounds opened up again and he was slashes and stabs all over. Then suddenly. A figure emerged from the mists in front of him. It was a girl! She was dressed in white. She seems to be around Riko's age. The girl's hair was rather silky. Her dress was clean and she almost looks like she is glowing. That was only a few descriptions of her.

"..."

The girl was silent like he is. Riko was scared. There appearance was so grand as she looked down on him. The mist moved more and the rest of the girl's body was revealed. Riko was totally stunned by the time he figured out the whole picture. On her right hand. She held a magnificent Halberd that had a golden grand design. So grand it could be sold for a fortune. The Halberd was clean and freshly polished. She wielded it like a staff. Not only that. Riko was in shocck when he saw the girl's magnificent white wings. Just like his. Despite the fact that he never unlocked his before. The wings were spread for a grand display. Upon closer inspection. The girl was crying. Tears ran down her cheeks. He couldn't see the girl's face clearly since her bangs were covering most of her face. Riko felt fear and confusion as she appeared before him like a grand deity. Riko can't move and the girl with the Halberd looks powerful. Words cannot describe what he is feeling at this moment. He was overwhelmed even though he doesn't know what's happening. There is more than this. The girl wept, eerily. She just stood their for a minute before doing something. There she raised her Halberd and spoke to Riko with a trembling still small voice.

"I'm... Sorry..."

These were her last haunting words before the girl raised her Halberd overhead, with two hands. Riko tried to speak yet he can't because his dreaming throat was slit! In a blink of an eye... The girl strikes him down with her weapon. It all flashed in his eyes before fading to black...​

The next day...

Riko woke up, gasping for air. He was breathing heavily, his heart beating fast at this moment. Luckily he came to a quick conclusion that it was all just a dream. (Or was it?) Riko thought to himself. I must be dreaming too hard... Riko was unsure why he dreamed of something as crazy as that but he didn't care because it was already morning. The sun is out and he has to do what he normally does every morning, Exercise. Riko stretched out his arms and legs and out of bed to get warmed up. He did his daily stretching before putting on his green polo shirt. Riko didn't want anyone to see his shoulders. It feels uncomfortable to him. Despite not having any breakfast nor last night's dinner. He chose to exercise anyway, During Riko's orphan days he loves to exercise even though he kept it hidden from the other kids. Riko decided to move on to sit ups. He moves quite well, Although there are some parts where he is lagging behind. He seems to be fit for a soldier. His body has kept pace with his counting. "36, 37, 38... 39, 40!" Riko was exercises well but he will get exhausted again later. Riko stopped doing sit ups after he counted to 40. Riko sets his push up stance into play and began starting to do push ups. His damaged arms were able to kept pace with his push ups like last time. He was grunting painfully a few times and he was sweating already yet he continued, The door to his room is unlocked so anyone can catch him doing push ups by only peeking through the door.

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