Arista

[Beneath a moonless sky] 18+ [Arista x Earlymorninstar]

He hated the fact that he felt afraid of the man who'd created him. Toweling off and glad he'd left a change of clothes on the towel rack yesterday morning, he dressed and turned his attention to the mirror. He looked paler than normal and just above the collar of his shirt he could see the angry red bite marks, he didn't want to leave the bathroom. The sudden knock on the door had Ryanair slamming his hand against the counter, he turned to the door and swallowed.

“I have to shower as well Ryanair, do come out.” The tone of voice was so much like Kieran that Ryanair wanted nothing more than to obey, the only thing stopping him was the need to hide. The tone was smooth, almost like silk but underneath it he could hear something he couldn't place. He bit his lip and winced when another knock came from the other side, he couldn't stay in here all day. With a deep breath in his lungs, he opened the door and bolted for their closed door. He didn't get far before he was slammed into said door and the collar of his shirt was lowered. Ryanair couldn't help the whimper that escaped him when Kieran’s sharp teeth skimmed owe the sensitive marks, the chuckle he received had a shiver running down his spine. “Such tasty blood….”Those words were the only thing that filled the air before he was released, Ryanair made sure to tug his collar up before he bolted from the room.

He needed to get away and reflect on what he could remember from last night. As he made his way downstairs he hoped wholeheartedly that things would settle.

Two weeks had passed and with it, everyone seemed to notice something was wrong. Kieran came down and acted ‘normally’ but everyone could tell it was fact, and the fact that Ryanair stayed as far away from his sire was a red flag as well. No one directly asked the blonde what was wrong but they could tell something was off, the separation between the two was the biggest sign. The wolves were restless and could be found play-fighting outside, Esther and Isabela could be found with Wolff in the infirmary. Lye poured over the books she'd found in the library with Vox at her side, Ryanair could be found in several different places. Right now he was with Lye in the Library, his knees to his chest and a book open. The dark rings under his eyes were noticeable as was his skittishness whenever Kieran was close or he was mentioned in topic, Ynez was close to snapping.

Rising to his feet and discarding the book on a nearby table, Ryanair exited the room and moved towards the pool room. His eyes blinking furiously as if to clear them, his jaw working as soothing silence fills his ears.

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[Beneath a moonless sky] 18+ [Arista x Earlymorninstar]

The sudden sharp knocks jarred both vampires from sleep, Kieran rising from the nest of blankets while Ryanair remained still. His eyes adjusting to the bright light that bathed the room in gold, Kieran opened the door and blinked down at the figure that woke them. Ryanair winced when he finally managed to untangle himself from the warm sheets, his hand rose to his neck and he swallowed at what coated his fingers when he pulled them away.

“Yes?” Kieran muttered as Clara stood before him, his arms remained limp at his sides. Ryanair glanced at the male who seemed like his sire, he bit his lips and rose from the bed. He made sure to keep the bleeding side of his neck hidden from Clara as he bolted into the bathroom, his fingers trembling as they moved to lock the door. His head rose and he found himself staring at his reflection, his stomach dropped when he found several bites littering his neck. As he watched the bleeding slowed and Ryanair coaxed his legs into guiding him towards the sink. Turning on the water he tugs a folded cloth from the wooden box and wets it, pressing it to his skin he has to bite back a hiss.

It comes away clean but what's left are angry outlines of teeth on his skin, his heart stutters as the events from last night flash in his mind.

He'd been asleep and at the sudden feel of cool fingers tracing over the mark Kieran had made, he'd bolted awake. Glowing eyes met his own wide ones and before he could react, he found himself on his back with sharp fangs piercing his neck once more. Thankfully he'd passed out and hadn't felt the other bites that littered his neck, with a wince he moved to the shower and stepped inside.

The warm water would do him some good.

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[Beneath a moonless sky] 18+ [Arista x Earlymorninstar]

Ryanair had entered the home with a mixture of relief and trepidation. He'd watched as Kieran had made his way upstairs, how Ynez hasn't moved from where she'd been when he'd arrived. Everyone had dispersed and Ryanair had found himself in the kitchen, he wasn't hungry but the need to do something to calm himself was why he sat down on a stool and put the pots and pans away. He'd just finished when soft footsteps alerted him to someone within the kitchen, he rose and dusted his hands off as Clara entered. Her eyes met his own and Ryanair relaxed when he noticed the tense set of her shoulders, she was worried just as he was.

Whether she wanted to admit it, they were siblings with the joined bond they shared with the one who'd turned them. He watched her leave and with a nod, he exited the room and headed for the stairs. Entering Kieran’s room the blonde vampire noted the shower running, he remained silent but picked up his sire’s discarded clothes from the floor. It had been a good fifteen minutes since he'd entered the room, Ryanair had moved towards the far window when the sound of the water shutting off filled the silence. His gaze was still trained on the untouched ground below, the blonde nearly jumped out of his skin when warm arms wrapped around his waist.

This time it didn't feel like a kind embrace. Ryanair began to squirm, his gaze never lifting from the scenery outside. The lips that touched his skin had Ryanair sucking in a sharp breath, it wasn't gentle and it left a burning sensation across his skin. His mouth opened as if to speak, his arms lifting to pry away the ones that held him. He didn't get a chance, sharp teeth pierced his neck and Ryanair could only release a soft wounded sound from his throat.

It hurt.

He didn't want this.

Let go…. The words wanted to come but he couldn't move, the arms that held him squeezed tighter. He could feel their bond now and it made him want to scream, it was filled with so many emotions that Ryanair couldn't decipher ones from another. This wasn't the person he knew, his sire wouldn't be enjoying his fear and confusion like this person was. The arms and teeth vanished a moment later and Ryanair had to grab the arm of the chair closest to him so he'd remain on his feet, the fingers that curled under his chin had the blonde trying to pull away. Kieran’s fingers tightened warningly and with teeth grit he allows his face to be lifted upwards, his stomach fell to his knees when his eyes met blank ones.

“Did I hurt you?” Were the words that left the other male's lips, Ryanair remained still and tried to squash the need to run. Kieran clicked his tongue and Ryanair flinched as if he'd been hit, he swallowed and shook his head in a no gesture. The other male hummed softly and his free and reached up to trace his cheek, to others it would appear as a gentle caress but Ryanair was clenching his teeth. He could feel the heaviness of sleep pulling at him as he tried to squirm away from for touch, Kieran held him for a moment before a trusted smile pulled his lips upwards. “You'll forget most of this by morning anyway. Sleep now.” He said with in an almost soothing tone, Ryanair was slightly disgusted with himself when he eyes began to droop. The fingers that let go of his chin and cheek left a trail of agony traced into his skin, he didn't even notice when he fell into the coolness of sleep.

The person before him wasn't his sire. Even in slept he didn't relax when he felt Kieran’s arms wrap around him and lift him up. This wasn't the same person he knew, it was a stranger.

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[Beneath a moonless sky] 18+ [Arista x Earlymorninstar]

Ryanair knew something was wrong the moment he reached for their bond. His brows furrowed when nothingness filled his mind, the blonde vampire slowed his pace as he tried to sort out the hazy that came from his sire. Earlier he'd felt a surge of anger and then nothing, a nudge against his hands jarred him from his thoughts. Orion was watching him, his head tilted and ears perked up. Ryanair shook his head and offered the werewolf a strained smile before continuing forward.

Soon enough he catches a crimson blur and then Isabela and Evian are with them. Both are unhurt and for that Ryanair is grateful, the cool hand suddenly on his arm startles him slightly. Isabela was watching him as they ran, it felt like slow-motion as a crimson brow arched in silent question. He shook his head and pulled at their bond once more, he felt a flare of irritation before it too fades and emptiness is left. He didn't like it -not one bit- so with a flex of his fingers he picked up his speed.

The sooner he saw his sire the better he'd feel.

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Reaching the mansion should of filled him with ease and happiness. Instead he felt the void within him almost like a fist had been shoved into his chest. Ynez came from around the side of the mansion, only to still when she caught sight of him. His lips twitched into a trusted smile before he moved forward once more, a hand on his arm stopped him.

“The hell-- are you okay?” Esther’s voice fills his ears, he doesn't respond for a moment before he half-turns to face the blonde. A few blonde strands have come loose from her neat bun, her eyes were narrowed and Kieran offered a bland smile.

“Perfectly fine.” He murmurs before he turns and heads a inside, a soft whine reaching his ears before the door closed behind him. He shifted to head upstairs, only to pause when Wolff appeared before him. The Healer scanned him from head to toe, Kieran didn't move until a small plastic cup was held out to him. He didn't say anything but obediently swallowed the pill, Wolff eyed him a moment longer before stepping aside. As Kieran moved up the steps and towards his room, his lips unconsciously lifted into a twisted smile.

Maybe a shower would clear his head. Entering his room and closing the door, he striped from his clothes and moved towards the bathroom.

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[Beneath a moonless sky] 18+ [Arista x Earlymorninstar]

At first Kieran didn't respond. Esther turned to him and paused, Lye falling silent as well. His expression was vacant, his eyes were dull and almost lifeless. Esther moved toward and stepped up on her tiptoes, her now glowing eyes on her friend. “Kieran….Kieran….Kieran!” Her voice rose with each time she said his name, her hands fisting in his shirt. The other didn't respond and with a gulp, she raised her hand and slapped his cheek. His head whipped to the side, Esther shook him and spoke his name once more. “Kieran.”

Kieran blinked as he felt a sharp pain before he was being shaken. His gaze focused on a tree trunk for a moment before he lifted his heavy head, Esther and everyone else save a few were before him. Esther was the one shaking him, her glowing eyes drawing his attention as his mouth opened to respond. “The fuck?” He bit out, before pulling away from Esther. He regretted it when she flinched and her head turned to the side, he swallowed and turned his attention to the left.

Clara and Christian were there as well, Kieran didn't say anything beside nod his heavy head. He began to walk then, his hands limp at his sides and footsteps feeling like lead.

A young Kieran walked beside his mother with a smile on his lips. Raven-black hair swayed in the breeze around them as they continued down the street, the townspeople waving as they passed. A squeeze of his hand had Kieran turning to face his beautiful mother, his head tilted to the side in question.

“What shall we do today, love?” Her voice was soft and smooth, Kieran blinked and turned his head to the streets they walked. His free hand lifting to fiddle with a necklace he'd been given by his friend Esther a week ago. The emerald was warm from the sun's rays, he hummed softly and shifted closer to his mother.

“The Shops?” He questioned with a blink of his eyes, his mother's musical laughter filling the air in answer. His father hadn't been home for a few days and Kieran noted how his mother rarely allowed them to spend time at home. They were always out and about, Kieran’s mission to keep his mother happy.

Those days ended on the night of a moonless sky. Keiran awoke to a scream that had him lurching from his bed, his footsteps leading him to his parents room. A iron grip encircled his neck the moment he entered the darkened room, the smell of blood thick in the air.

“Mommy…?” Kieran asked hesitantly as the hand tightened it's grip, blazing silver eyes met his wide sky-blue ones. He'd grown and with the time that passed he noticed his mother was acting strange. His father hissed and pinned him harder into the wall behind him, Kieran didn't put up a fight.

“She's dead and it's your fault.” Were the words that filled his young ears, Kieran’s eyes widened as his head shook in denial. He could smell the blood on his father's hands, his eyes frantically searching the darkness for his mother. She was on her bed with the covers thrown away in disarray. Her mouth was open and her eyes were blank, her hair fanning out around her almost as if representing a halo.

His young mind snapped. Before he knew what he was doing, his father was across the room and clutching his missing arm. Kieran snarled a feral-souding noise and lurched himself forward, only to lurch away with a pained cry. A silver dagger was embedded in his arm, he glanced up and found the room empty aside from his mother.

He didn't move from where he collapsed against the wall. When morning came he began to dig a grave and settled his still mother within the wooden box he'd created. Kieran had cleaned her as best he could, his movements mechanical and stiff. She was in her best dress and her hair tied into a low ponytail, Kieran placed a bouquet in her arms and settled the top on the casket. He buried her with a silent goodbye, before turning to his childhood home and returning inside. He'd packed a bag and grabbed a lit torch from the wall, he lit the house ablaze.

He never looked back. Though the ache took a long time to disappear.

Kieran picked up his pace and headed towards the mansion. Esther following behind with Lye and Vox at his heels, his mind going blank once more.

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[Beneath a moonless sky] 18+ [Arista x Earlymorninstar]

“Be thankful that the magic has faded. Let's stop for now and see if the Mage decides to act one more.” Lye snapped through the headset, Kieran and Esther were behind her and Vox was heading towards a place where she could feel at ease. She could feel sleep pulling her under but she resisted as the sun began to dip below the sky, her gaze shifted to Keiran and she voiced her questions.

“What have you been up to friend? It's been awhile since I've seen you, Esther you look great as usual.” The blonde female snorted softly and Kieran sighed before he seemed to answer.

“Drama has found me and my friends. I've lived too long for this and it's annoying, I also have drama that I'm trying to work out --no, I won't tell you-- and that's about it.” He offered after a pause, Lye blinked and focused on his words. He'd been oddly quiet and tense, as if something or someone else were on his mind. Lye didn't say anything more though she wanted to, Esther chose that time to speak.

“And you? I haven't spoken with you since three months ago. Rude much?” Lye huffed and shrugged her shoulders, she took a moment to respond. She could feel the ice tigers reaching their targets, her muscles relaxed as her ice dispersed and faded.

“Nothing exciting really, compared to what's going on here anyways…” Kieran listened absently as b it has female's began to talk, his limbs feeling heavy and his mind oddly numb. He'd couldn't place how he felt but, he just didn't feel right in his skin. His bonds with his fledgling’s flared then, dragging his attention to them instinctively. Clara was angry -no surprise there- and Ryanair was relaxed though exhausted, he released a breath and continued forward.

He couldn't help but wonder why he'd chosen to live for as long as he had.

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[Beneath a moonless sky] 18+ [Arista x Earlymorninstar]

Lye ducked and rolled, her magic lashing out and slamming into the creature with enough force to throw it back. Her gaze scanned the almost-peaceful landscape, her breaths fogging before her as she tried to locate her companions. They'd be separated and with the warning she'd heard, Lye was keen on gathering them all. The creature hissed and slowly rose to its legs, its crimson eyes blazing. Lye took a deep breath and reached a hand to touch the button that would allow her voice to carry, she was glad Esther had tossed it to her before she'd been distracted.

“The only way is with magic. I'm going to release a burst that should reach all of you, move away from them and stay down until I tell you it's clear. Fair? Now come here you fucker, meet my magic.” She hissed just as the creature reached her, with practiced ease she bent backwards and released a burst that slammed into its chest. It shrieked and with a final sweep of its claw, it vanished and Lye straightened to her full height. Her bond with Vox flared and a grin spread across her lips as a feeling of ice-water trailed down her body.

She lifted her left hand and pressed her fingers to her lips, a sharp whistle filled the air. She waited and was rewarded with a flare of their bond, her head whipped to the side and she caught sight of white-black striped fur. Her fingers flexed when Vox, Kieran and Esther appeared from the trees, the two remaining creatures on their heels.

“Do something before I beat you!” Esther hissed as she came to a half beside her, Lye remained still as Kieran paused with his back to them. Vox spun and with a flick of his tail, Lye watched as Kieran tossed something into the air. The Ice Mage lurched forward and with a flick of her wrist, the thick branches turned into spikes and rained down on the creatures.

“Now, Lye.” Kieran’s soft voice filled her ears, Lye glanced at him and noticed his face was blank. Her eyes closed and with an exhale, she released a large burst of magic and commanded it to spread out. It molded and shaped itself into replicas of Vox in her mind, Lye knowing full well that her magic would appear that way when the others saw.

She'd be drained after this but a friend had asked her to come and help. She wasn't going to turn back and go home, Shadow Mages weren't easy to kill and their Summons were just the same. Opening her eyes she mounted Vox and gestured for both vampires to follow, they had people to help.

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Howling Moon

“It's fine if they do, most people find nicknames for me anyway.” She shrugged as she took her seat once more, her shoulders relaxing as she notices the flurry movements her class had adopted. Truth be told she hadn't been sure of the idea at first, her mind had latched onto it though and the a happy chatter and smiles were welcome. She didn't well with tension, it had a shiver running down her spine and an urge to run pulling at her limbs. Taking her own words at heart, she tugs out a colorful bundle of construction paper and sets it at the edge of her desk. Her lips twitch into a smile as she speaks once more, this time her voice wa pitched enough so everyone could hear her. “You can take some of these home with you, for the remainder of class we call all get started at least. “ She did them all a favor and separated the stack until there were six stacks, she tugged a blue sheer forward and glanced down at it.

What could she write? Her free hand began to twitch, she huffed softly and wrote down the first thing that came to mind.

I was scared of coming in today.

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“It's not that and you know it. I just have a better grasp of things and my brain actually works when yours is just there to fill the empty space in your head.” Jack bit back half-heartedly, his attention on the female's up front. Something in his bones seemed to be feeling him that these two were like Tim and him, his wolf seemed pleased and yipped softly.

At the nudge, Jack blinked and shifted his gaze to his friend. He scanned the sheet and his nose wrinkled as a smile threatened to pull his lips upwards. “Sure, that should do nicely. Now let me concentrate.” He admonished with a playful snap of his teeth, the coffee seemed to have finally kicked in at least. Putting pen to paper he allowed his gaze to focus on the window opposite them, his free hand tapping on his thigh.

I love to jog.
I work at the Central Library.
I have an idiot of a best friend who might drag my grade down so don't blame me.
I draw/sketch when I'm bored so if doodles are on any homework assignment or test sorry for that.
I love coffee/a good book.

Finished and debating on if he should change anything, he nudged Tim’s shoulder and wiggled the paper for emphasis. “Good? Bad?” He loved English and wanted to do good, he also hated not giving his all so this was either a list he would keep or change later when he was at home.

Hopefully the rest of the day would be easier.

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[Beneath a moonless sky] 18+ [Arista x Earlymorninstar]

A half an hour had passed before Kieran noticed something was odd. The sound of silent paws alert them to a presence behind them, both turn and duck when a white blur rushed passed them. Kieran blinks and straightens, only for Esther to squeak and brush past him. Rolling his eyes fondly he shoves his hands into his pockets and moves forward, the white blur glancing up and locking its eyes with his own. The white tiger before him flicks its black-tipped ears before Kieran glances up at the person on its back, his eyes widen in shock.

He's only met this ice mage twice since he's been friends with Esther, though as she glanced away from the blonde and locked her own eyes with his he was glad she was on their side. She offered a nod before dismounting who Kieran assumed was her Familiar, her sharp eyes never left his as she approached him. Kieran noted she had on black trousers with a peach cashmere sweater, her brown locks tied into a ponytail that reached her mid-back. Her feet were covered with black boots, her hands as she reached out were covered in black fingerless gloves. He accepted her hand and offered a smile of his own.

“Pleasure to meet you again Lye, though I must admit last time you didn't have beautiful creature with you.” Lye blinked and turned to glance at the tiger behind them, the tiger shook out its body and flicked its striped tail. Esther rejoined them and settled for resting her head on his arm.

“Yeah, it's been awhile. This is Vox, he's been tense since we arrived so let's get moving. I can feel a shift in the air and I don't like it.” With that she turned and remounted Vox, Kieran and Esther nodded before following after them. The headsets buzzed to life then, Ynez’s voice filling both vampires ears.

She there yet?” Kieran snorted softly and jumped over a fallen log, his left hand reaching up to press the small bottom so the Alpha could hear him.

“Yes, something wrong?” He couldn't help but worry, then again he knew how this particular Pack worked so he wasn't so edgy. Before Ynez could answer a snarl from before them had Kieran’s attention snapping to the left. All three darted away as a creature made of shadows lurched forward, its clawed hand meeting nothing but air.

“Shit, Vox warn them--” Lye hissed as she ducked and rolled out of the saddle she'd been in, a clawed hand missing her by inches. Vox snarled and spun, his own paw lashing out to hit the creature. It backed away and hissed as the other lurched forward once more, Kieran and Esther dodging it by centimeters. The white tiger jumped away and raised his head, a long roar filled the air and it seemed to distract the shadow creatures.

Only for a moment though before both lunged forward once more. They'd appeared out of nowhere, this wasn't looking good.

Vox

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Anna stilled when the roar met her ears, she spun and slammed both vampires away just as a clawed hand entered her field of vision. She managed to spin so it didn't nick her side, her ears pressed to her skull as she creature slunk forward. It wasn't human and its crimson eyes were focused on them intently, Anna snarled when she felt movement from behind them..

They were surrounded. The headset around her maw buzzed then, the werewolf stilled and listened as her Alpha's voice filled her ears. Do not touch them. Whatever you do don't fucking touching them. We just found a section in the Book of Mages that states, that if a Shadow Mage summons creatures of darkness that whoever touches them are either burned alive or pulled into madness. Use whatever weapons you have except your hands, thankfully Isabela managed to lend us the information before she fell under attack. We've asked Guard members to bring weapons to those who need it, hang on until then.” With that the line went dead.

Anna snapped her jaws at the creature before them, her hackles raised and her eyes glowing. They had little options and if the others were already under attack then they were on their own. The female werewolf lunged forward and grabbed a fallen branch between her jaws. It would have to do for now.

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