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(BuzzingBee) Shadows of the Past (Euphemia)

Ok that works out since I have work until Saturday. Happy birthday though! :D

(BuzzingBee) Shadows of the Past (Euphemia)

A u d r i e l l e M i s t m o u r n

Special Zone

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_{With The Council}

Upon stepping inside, there was nothing there that wasn't already expected. The table was set up as usual and members of the council were already taking up their usual seats. Audrielle didn't waste time in sliding into her spot and as per usual, her two caretakers took up the empty seats on each side of her. She leaned heavily into her seat, reaching into her pocket to pull out her phone. The young source blood doubted she was truly needed for this meeting. If it was anything like the others, whatever they spoke about would be foreign to her anyways. Out of the corner of her eye, she saw Aida cast her a disapproving look but didn't voice any object she may have felt towards Audrielle's behavior. The young source blood didn't bother to look up from her phone until Rene finally stepped into the room.

Out of everyone in the council, he easily interested her the most. He was a wild card and someone who always had Louis and Aida on edge. While she wasn't sure how much she actually trusted him, his dramatics were at least a bit entertaining to her, especially when everyone else was usually so stiff and formal. Apparently they hadn't been on the worst terms during her past life either according to Aida. Audrielle shifted her gaze over to Simon as he prompted Rene for the reasoning behind this meeting. Just as he did, she felt Aida nudge her leg and turned to see the old blood gesture for her to put the thing away. Audrielle rolled her eyes annoyedly but obliged and shoved the electronic back into her pocket. While she could have ignored her, part of Audrielle was curious about the meeting. As far as she knew, Rene rarely, if ever, called such gatherings. Even if she wasn't directly involved, she was curious about what the source blood had to share with the council.

A faint smirk crossed her lips as Rene toyed with Simon and addressed her. In response, the young source blood dipped her head to him in a respectful manner. It was a gesture she hadn't bother to give Simon. Whether he cared about such things or not, she wasn't against irritating the old source blood, who was often an offender of taking about subjects she didn't understand. Besides her, Louis glanced over at her with a faint frown and she shrugged her shoulders a bit carelessly before focusing her gaze onto Rene. His sudden shift in attitude didn't slip past her attention and it caused her to pay a bit more attention as he slowly built up to what he had to say.

Audrielle watched his gaze filter over the faces sitting at the table and waited to see who it would land on. It was almost like a planned game of spin the bottle only she hadn't been prepared for it to land on her. Her hazel eyes blinked in bewilderment as Rene focused his gaze on her and announced that he had called the meeting for some reason pertaining to her. Confusion flashed over her features. It wasn't the first time the council had discussed her but it was the first time Rene had. Well, at least it was the first time he had called a meeting regarding her at least. Though she had no idea where he was going with this, it wasn't difficult to guess that it likely had something to do with regaining her memories.

The council had discussed and tried multiple tactics. They had gone over her timeline, shown her personal objects, taken her to where she had once lived, shared stories, and more but nothing had jogged the lady's memory. Audrielle thought they had given up with trying anything new but now suspecting Rene had something in mind made her particularly interested. The source blood wasn't as stiff as the others so perhaps his plan would be a bit more out of the box. Something that would be enough to stir something in her, whether it was her powers or memories. The thought of getting back the powers she had heard the others talk about excited the young source blood and she looked to him with eager curiosity. He had called this meeting with a plan in mind and she wanted to know what it was.

Apparently the excitement wasn't shared though.

Louis and Aida had both gone tense as soon as her name had left the source blood's lips. Aida shifted a bit closer to her friend and glanced with uncertainty towards Simon, trying to gauge the source bloods reaction. However, before he could say anything, Louis spoke up. "And what exactly does that mean?" Louis questioned, struggling to keep the accusation out of his voice. Despite not being a source blood, he eyed Rene evenly. "If this is about her memory or powers, the council has already discussed this and we're trying what we can. I see no reason to go over the same things again."

"Hold on, Louis. Just hear what he has to say." Audrielle suddenly spoke up, placing a hand on the old blood's shoulder before focusing her gaze on Rene. "What exactly did you want to discuss about me, Belmont?" she asked, leaning forward slightly to rest her elbows against the table.

(BuzzingBee) Shadows of the Past (Euphemia)

My Hider

Louis Ragelance

_{Age: 235
Gender:Male
Species:Old Blood}

History: Louis was born in England on December 11. He grew up in a poor family with two other siblings and was often quite sickly. Most of his childhood was spent sheltered from the outside world, lying in bed hoping to fight off whatever ailment he had acquired. However, during one of his few trips into town, he ended up meeting Audrielle. He had accidentally stumbled into her when his illness at the time had sent him into a dizzy spell. With his parents not around and his siblings off playing a game nearby, it was the Lady Eve who stopped to momentarily make sure the child was ok. The two spent a short time together and it was then that Audrielle realized that the kid likely didn't have much time left. So, she told him if his condition worsened to come find her again at the town, claiming that she had a solution.

Louis thought she was crazy at first but desperation eventually made him cling onto hope. His condition did worsen so he told his parents about the lady. Believing her to be a doctor, they took their son into the town as a last ditch effort to save him. Audrielle, was of course, there and took the family into the home she was currently residing at. It was then that she gave Louis the choice to become a vampire. After his family voted that it would be best, he agreed to it and Audrielle gave them a chance to say goodbye before using her powers of mind compulsion to make his family forget about their talk as well as believe their son to have passed.

After that, Louis grew up with the coven, being educated by Aida and following Audrielle and Nicholas' leads while forming other relationships with other various vampires he crossed paths with. While the life wasn't bad, he eventually grew tired of being looked down upon for his younger appearance. Despite decades having past, it was clear many still viewed him as the same child that he joined them as. He longed for more and started to push his way into the politics of the coven. Of course, there was only so far he could go as Audrielle often didn't seek much advice unless it was from the council or Nicholas.

However, his patience paid off when Audrielle was brutally killed. While others grieved, he launched into action to recover the coven that had lost not only their source blood but also Nicholas, another old blood who was highly respected. He did feel some sense of loss over Audrielle but it was simply too good of an opportunity to pass up. He rallied the coven back together and was finally in a position he wanted to be in. Unfortunately, it seemed it would be temporary as Audrielle was reborn and the only thing working in his favor is her lack of memories. Since then, Louis has continued to secretly undermine plans to get her memories and powers back, hoping to postpone the day that he'd have to give up his newly claimed power.


Personality: Born into a family with nothing but a once short life span, Louis craves all that he once didn't have. For a long time, he was satisfied with the comforts the coven had to offer. He got many things he never thought he'd get before including an education, a comfortable life, and to some degree, money. The only thing missing was power. Louis wanted to be a leader, wanted his voice to carry more weight than the child many looked at him to be. He's smart and crafty with a great abundance of patience and ambition. He might lack the makings of a natural leader but he makes up for it with his confidence and quick thinking.

Miscellaneous

• Fears Nicholas' return
• His growth, even as a vampire, has been held back slightly by the weakness he experienced as a human making him less physically strong than most Old Bloods his age.
• Known for taking in stray cats he comes across. He has three currently.

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Oh boy xD

MEanwhile Penelope's still paranoid lol

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Penelope smirked in amusement as Crow was quick to agree to her suggestion of food. Unfortunately his plans for grabbing a bite to eat at the inn was shot down rather quickly as Otto butted in to inform them otherwise. While the knight didn't care much about the change of plans, she could tell the viceroy was a bit disappointed to say the least. She glanced over at him and gave a hapless shrug before giving his hand a small squeeze. As much as she wanted a warm breakfast, having a bed to settle down in at the end of the day sounded much more appealing so the knight was silently glad that Crow didn't object to Otto's words.

She followed the others alongside Crow as they headed out of the inn and to the front of the building. The knight let go of his hand to roll her shoulders, trying to fend off her the remaining twinge she felt her shoulder before she'd have to get on a horse to ride for the rest of the day. Since Percy and Preston had left prior to the rest of the group, they returned rather quickly with the horses in tow. Taking in a deep breath, she glanced over to Crow, with a hint of concern filtering into her gaze. Today they'd be leaving Sarton and traveling even further from the inner kingdom, which would mean the chances for an attack would be raised. Crow's story about having seen a mercenary in Bellmare hadn't slipped her mind in the least.

"Let's just hope today's as uneventful as the last." she sighed softly.

"I don't doubt that it will be." Naida groaned as she overheard the lieutenant's words. The princess seemed to miss the tone of worry in her friend's voice as she walked past to collect her horse from Percy.

Penelope glanced over at Naida and frowned faintly before moving to grab her own horse from Preston. She mounted the stead and and guided it into position. She noticed Otto and his son already moving to take up the front of the group on their horses, clearly wasting no time as the group prepared to depart.

(BuzzingBee) Shadows of the Past (Euphemia)

Ok c: no rush!

Going to try and get Louis' CS up and then hopefully get a post up either today or tomorrow

(BuzzingBee) Shadows of the Past (Euphemia)

Got one almost done lol Hoping to get them finished either today or maybe friday which is my other day off.

(BuzzingBee) Shadows of the Past (Euphemia)

My Hider

Aida Drakos

_{Age: Nearing 700 Years
Gender:Female
Species:Old Blood}

History: Born September 17 near the region of Tibet, Aida was once nothing more than the daughter of a nobleman and wife to another. Freedom wasn't something she was familiar with, however, education was. She had a deep love for learning and luckily that was a luxury her family could afford. Eventually, she ran into Audrielle during the lady's earlier days on earth. Audrielle was different than anyone else Aida had come across and with a thirst for adventure, she was drawn to the other woman out of curiosity. They formed a close friendship and Aida became the lady's teacher in exchange for the stories Audrielle had to share about the world she had seen during her many travels. All was well until it took a sour turn when Audrielle bit her.

For decades, Aida was furious with Audrielle. As much as she had craved freedom, she didn't want to have to give up her family to get it. Unfortunately, there was no turning back. It took time and many years but Aida eventually accepted her new lease on life as a vampire. She became close with Audrielle, being a trusted friend and later a trusted advisor. Aida dedicated her new found immortality to learning as well as teaching to those willing to learn.

When the battle against the Kolas King occurred, Aida was devastated by the loss of not one friend but two as she witness Nicholas become the Executioner. She was the one that was chosen to raise Audrielle, since she was one of the eldests and the one who had been by her side the longest. It was a difficult task to watch and raise her old friend. When the truth eventually came out to Audrielle, Aida worked to restore a sense of friendship rather than whatever motherly bond had been there prior in hopes that it would restore the Lady's lost memories.

Personality: Aida is normally a quiet and reserved person with a passion for learning as well as teaching. She tends to be by the book and is known for being of one of the less morbid vampires. Even in her immortality, she tries to act as human as she can, never one for violence provided she finds a way to avoid it. Additionally, she's quite caring and kind, with a soft spot for all living creatures. Despite her softer nature, she is quite protective of the people she cares about. You may be able to cross her but it is not recommended to cross them.

Miscellaneous

• Left behind not only a husband but a child when she was turned.
• Knows a variety of languages, a good handful of them being ones lost to time unfortunately
• Currently shares a home with Audrielle in the Special Zone

(BuzzingBee) Shadows of the Past (Euphemia)

I'm working on getting some short CSs up for Louis and Aida c: Hopefully I can finish them sometime this week.

(BuzzingBee) Shadows of the Past (Euphemia)

A u d r i e l l e M i s t m o u r n

Special Zone

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_{With Aida & Louis}

There they went again. Lounging on a nearby chair, Audrielle watched as Aida and Louis spoke as if she wasn't there. They spoke softly, as if trying to keep their conversation a secret but it wasn't working. Instead, the person they had secluded from their conversation was following along as they discussed the plans for the council meeting that night with the source bloods. It wouldn't be her first meeting and they acted on edge every time. Audri, personally, didn't understand why. It wasn't like she ever had anything to say. No, it was Louis who spoke for the Chaotic Bloodline, with Aida occasionally pitching in. All she did was stand there hoping the meeting would be over so she could go do more enjoyable things with her time. With an annoyed expression, she rested her elbow against the arm of the chair and heaved a sigh. "I don't know why you two are making it such a big deal." she snorted softly. "I also don't see why I even have to go."

Aida frowned and turned her head to look over at Audrielle. "We've been over this before, Audrielle. You're our source blood so it's only right that you be present." she pointed out, in her usual soft tone. Louis nodded his agreement and sat up a bit straighter. "You may not have your memories back but it is undeniable who you are. The council knows of your existence so it would look poor of us to not bring you along." He added firmly.

"The only reason they would want me there is ogle at me and whisper about what I used to be like." Audrielle grumbled under her breath. Despite her protests, she rose to her feet. There was no use in trying to fight any further anyways. Aida and Louis had always standed firm in keeping her involved with council meetings. She suspected that they hoped that it would trigger her memories if she participated in such things. Unfortunately for them, those memories seemed to be locked and sealed away for good. After so many attempts to reach them and her powers over the last decades, Audrielle was beginning to doubt that they would ever be unlocked and even more so, began to doubt she was the person everyone claimed her to be. She'd never voice these thoughts to anyone though, especially not Aida and Louis. The two held far too strongly to the claim of her being the same Lady Eve that they had known in the past to ever see reason.

Noticing the two eying her, she gestured for them to lead the way out of the home she shared with Aida. "Let's getting this meeting over with." Audrielle sighed. "Wouldn't want to be late after all." Aida perked up slightly with Audrielle's sudden compliance and nodded her head eagerly. Usually the Lady Eve would have put up more a fight but for once it seemed her stubbornness had died down. Aida hoped it was a sign that Audrielle was getting comfortable with her duties as a source blood and readjusting back to the life she once had. Well, not exactly the same life. After all, he was still missing.

As Aida fell to the back of the group, her gaze lingered on the blonde in front of her, a sudden feeling of dread twisted her stomach at the thought of the Executioner. Aida had kept that part of her history hidden from her and didn't have any plans on sharing it with the lady any time soon. Nicholas had been a vampire Aida once had great respect for and to some degree, she understood his pain after the crushing loss of the Lady Eve. However, his act of genocide could not go unacknowledged. Not to mention that Aida feared how Audrielle would take the news of what had become of her beloved when she regained her memories. Aida knew her well enough to know that Audrielle wouldn't hesitate to go find him, regardless of any warning she received about how he had changed.

Audrielle casted a quick glance over her shoulder, feeling the eyes of Aida, burning into her back. She quickly looked away and focused back ahead as Louis unlocked the car for them. It was common for the Old Blood to give her such looks. So much so that Audrielle had damn near become immune to them. Aida never said what was on her mind when she stared at her like that but it wasn't difficult to guess that the elder vampiress was remembering her past, especially with such somber looks. Audrielle had given up asking though since Aida's lips had been sealed for fifty years so it was unlikely that they'd suddenly open now. Instead, the lady simply ducked her head to sit in the back seat of the car while Louis got into the driver's seat and Aida the passenger's.

A silence fell over the group as Louis started up the car and began their drive to the meeting place. Absently, Audrielle stared out the window, listening to the music that was coming from the radio that Aida had turned on. It was calming and it also helped her ground herself a bit as she prepared to stand on the sidelines of a meeting that she had very little to do with. The music also helped the car ride fly by. Before long, the group was pulling up to the small office space that was located at the center of the special zone. There was nothing particularly impressive about the building and it made it all the more easy to keep hidden from the humans that lived there. As well as whoever else the council wished to hide from.

Stepping out of the car, Audrielle stretched her back for a moment and then glanced around at the cars parked nearby. Having been to a handful of meetings now, she was beginning to recognize the cars of that the others drove. "Looks like the Void and Fire bloods beat us here." she mused before turning her head to look over at Louis and Aida as they stepped up besides her. Louis narrowed his eyes slightly and nodded his head. "I would hope so." he grumbled. "Rene's the one that insisted on this meeting taking place. It'd be rude of him to be late."

"Well, you know how Rene is. Always a flair for the dramatics." Aida sighed. "Come on, let's go inside."

Louis nodded his head, disliking the thought of wasting anymore time. He didn't want the Lady Eve around these vampires for any longer than she had to be. The old blood had his own concerns when it came to dealing with them and her. He lead the way, walking rather rigidly as opened the door. Behind him, Audrielle trailed after him, crossing her arms over her chest as she braced herself for another less than exciting meeting.