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Post by bynx on Jan 5, 2007 23:49:51 GMT -5
Night..Finally..But it was always night here in the Garden Maze...
Keera found her way to the enterance of the beautiful Maze. It was a large garen, full of roses and willows, yet it also had dozens of large hedges..It was a maze..Just half of a garden as well..Many came here to escape pressures and death..It was peaceful..
The gentle roses seemd to brush her skin gently as she moved silently around. Her eyes held a light sadness, but a gentle tone ot them. She had removed her bandage some time ago..Not caring who saw her this time.
A silent tear rolled down her cheek as she walked through the Maze..she hadnt been here since she was a child..The peacefullness around her always made hr smile..And forget the world around her...The moonlight held a seductive glent over everything..Many female vampires brought males here for fun...?But it was empty at the moment..the only time she came..
The white brick pathe she walked on wound aroun deverything. Metallic benched with a worn, gothic style white paint only added to the scenery as she walked. gentle fountains, worn with age, held a deathly look over everything..It was a vampires paradise..The perfect place for love.
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 0:05:47 GMT -5
Peaceful? Yes, one of the many words Adrias would use to describe the place... But at the moment, he was a little irked at the giant maze, having been trying to find a way out for nearly an hour now. Why he went inside in the first place was lost in his pool of thoughts, but he knew now that he yearned for freedom. But, not too eager to rip through the hedges, he took his time, walking calmly along the paths, staring in amusement at the many flowers there.
Roses... Of course they of all things would be here, he thought... They were the key to Keera's emotions, and although she would probably try to manupulate him, Adrias would never return the favor. He hated being a puppet for another, and no doubt Keera felt the same way about the subject. Pausing near a small fountain, he sighed, noticing how the moonlight made the water sparkle brilliantly. His gaze shifted up to the moon, curious, and distant. Just what did Keera want from him, anyways?
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 0:14:46 GMT -5
Ironic, huh? She was thinking about the same thing...What exactly did she want from him? Why was he invading her thoughts so...Why was she so curious..Why did she regret every nasty thing she said ot him..Why did she wish she was someone else whenever he was around...Why did she regret meeting him? "Why..." she said to herself as she took a gently rose in her hand, putting it to her lips gently, inhaling the aroma. Its soft petals against her smooth lips made her smile.
She began to walk again, him still in her thoughts. Why did her heart...Her unbeating heart..Seem to beat when he was around? Why did she feel a need to be with him..So see him..To reach out and touch him...Why di dher hand yearn for the comforts only his could bring her? Why did her eyes seem to glaze over with lust when his name was brought up?"Why.." seh muttered again as the rose slipped form hr hand elegantly and rolled to the floor.
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 0:36:16 GMT -5
With a sigh, he shook his head and resumed his silent pace, leaving the fountain behind him. Hearing a soft, distinct voice nearby utter a simple question, the vampire paused, cocking his head back with a thoughtful look on his face. Keera? Who else, he supposed... Probably came back to yell at him about one thing or another. But still, curiosity got the best of him, pushing him on to finding the fallen angel.
As his steps carried him deeper into the maze, it didn't take long for him to navigate his way through the tall group of hedges, and sure enough, he spotted Keera. However, her back was turned to him, and Adrias knew not if she was in a bad mood or not. True, this place would hardly be the scene for a scuffle, but he wouldn't put it past her. Seeing the rose at her feet, he raised a brow. So, she was still fighting with her inner demons...
Gathering his composure, he quietly walked towards her, allowing his footsteps to make a soft 'thud' to alert her of his presence. "Keera? Is everything alright?" His gaze continued to remain on the rose until he was a few feet away, then it shifted to the woman's face.
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 0:45:26 GMT -5
She turned as soon as she heard his delicate footsteps, and followed his gaze to the rose, but sai dnothing. "I...I ah....Im fine.." She stuttered..Her words held no meaning..Adn she knew she wasnt doing a good job hiding her emotions...Growling at herself inwardly, she flashed him a fake smile..Hoping he would beleive it..But he was smarter than the average idiot..
The moonlight hit him well..And Lit up his face just right..It made her smile a bit more..With feeling..He looked stunning..And he seemed genuinley concerned..Yet her feelings could be getting the worse of her...She hoped not..She wanted to be back to her normal self...She didnt to so well in the love area..Though she knew at this point..She wouldnt be able to be mad at him..
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 0:51:41 GMT -5
In all earnest, it felt odd to look her in the eyes. Perhaps there was a reason she kept them covered, he figured. But manners demanded he kept optical contact, and so he did. Returning the smile, he closed the difference and crouched down, lightly plucking the delicate rose from the ground before standing. "I see..." His grey eyes seemed to focus on the rose for a second, glad for the momentary relief it brought them.
"May I be so bold as to ask why you are out here so late?" Glancing back at her, he found it to be less painful this time. Maybe one could simply grow used to her power's effects over time... His tone was as she deduced, sincere, as were his expressions.
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 0:56:50 GMT -5
Noticing the pain her eyes brought him, she forced herself to look down and away from his handsome features. Her eyes shifted to the bricks below, but not for long. Her eyes met his again, he seemed to be less affected this time, which brought her slight relief.
A light breath escaped her lips at his question..How the heck is she going to explain this one. "Ah..Just to think, thats all.." She told him..Trying to cover herself..She didnt know how to tell him..And she definately didnt know if he returned her feelings...So for now..She would ignore them the best she could...However hard.."And yourself?" She asked him, and eyebrow raised tenderly.
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 1:05:12 GMT -5
She was lying through her teeth... But at least this time it was not out of malice at him. Smiling lightly, he nodded once. "Yes, this is quite the place to spend one's free time, is it not? I could hardly believe such a place existed here... At least there are some areas that are not corrupted with thoughts of war and death..."
Still holding the rose, he gently brushed away the dust that had stained its scarlet petals. Glancing at her eyes once more, his smile widened a little. "I've never noticed before, but you have beautiful eyes, Keera. It really is a shame you must keep them covered like that."
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 1:09:52 GMT -5
A light smile flickered onto her face as she looked at him. "It is a beautiful place...It was here before I became ruler..I always loved it..Havent been here in a while though.." She spoke softly, and kindly as her eyes flickered about at the scenery.
At his comment, she blushed tenderly. "Th-Thankyou.." she said, slightly astounded he would say something like that. She had truly misjudged him before..Her was a kind man..And her heart yearned for him. Her hand screamed to reach for his, but she refrained, maybe later..But not now..
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 1:16:49 GMT -5
Listening to her words, he smiled and laughed softly, also taking a gander at their surroundings. A look of tranquility entered his expression as he did so, obviously agreeing with her words. "Ah, that it is... But I understand... You have been quite busy as of late. Being the leader of your race does not permit you to do as you please anymore... However, it is important to stop and smell the roses every now and then, huh? A bit soothing in my opinion..."
Carefully, he placed the rose back into the hedge along with its cousins before looking back at her once more, a smile on his face. "You're welcome, Keera..."
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 1:22:23 GMT -5
She nodded at his response and watched him replace the rose. So he ws kind..but he seemed to also has quite the fight in him..Or so she heard from the fight for Rina, but a good fighter was always worth it."You look good in this light." She said kindly to him, her eyes gazing at him.
"Why are you not here with a loved one?" She said kindly to him..A wuestion she was actually pondering over..One with his personality should have been shatche dup a long time ago..Maybe he was here with someone..she had just missed it..
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 1:37:33 GMT -5
Her compliement had caught him somewhat off guard, but he only smiled in return, shrugging lightly. "I've never been one who was concerned with looks, but thank you, Keera. Might I say that the moon's rays brings out the true beauty hidden within your face, too..." He was being honest about it, Keera was a very tempting woman.
His brows raised in suprise at her second comment, and he laughed softly once more, looking off to the side. "Such words are quite flattering, Keera... To be honest, the fates have never been kind to me when it came to matters concerning love..."
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 1:46:37 GMT -5
Keera laughed gently at his comment. "Dont flatter m so much Adrias." She laughed, smiling gently.
She nodded at his answer. "That makes two of us..I never have the time anymore..." Her thoughts strayed to Damien..Her first true love..Her frist heartbreak..Now a good friend...Now Melody's mate..A gentle sigh escaped her lips..Her thoughts were full of too many things to be able to concentrate fully on just one thing...And she couldnt spend time Mulling over a guy she hardly knew..No matter how great he seemed..
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 1:51:11 GMT -5
Chuckling softly at her requwst, he nodded a few times before giving her a shrug. "I only speak the truth, Keera..." But if she wanted him to stop, so be it. Looking at her thoughtfully as she mentioned her single status as well, he raised a brow in surprise. "Truly you jest... I am shocked to find that you are still single, Keera. But it is true, ruling over a whole race does have its downfalls. However, I beleive you will still find the right one for you some day."
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 1:56:01 GMT -5
Keera laughed gently and smiled. "I doubt it..I had love at one time..I guess it wasnt meant to be.." she said gently..It was a sore subject...but he didnt bring it up, she did, so she didnt blame him for it.
"Adrias..Can I tell you something personal?" She asked him gently. The moonlight and roses only added to the atmosphere as she spoke..She was going to try and tell him how she felt the best way she could..If she could..
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 2:00:46 GMT -5
Adrias understood that the topic of love was one she didn't like to visit too often. Nodding a few times, he smiled apologetically and shrugged. "Well, if it really is meant to be, he'll return to you." Of course he had no clue of who she was talking about... "But, as they say, there are many fish in the sea. The chances of you not finding your ideal man are pretty remote."
Blinking a few times at her odd request, he shrugged once more, his features portraying some curiousity. "Of course, I'm all ears, Keera."
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 2:06:48 GMT -5
"Im glad your the one with me tonight..." She said softly, her face prterayed a cute and ocnfused look. She really didnt know why she was telling him..but she felt like she needed to...It wouldnt be fair to him..
A gentle breeze in the wind told her exactly how lat eit was..Not too late. She kept her eyes on the rose bush in front of her instead of on him..Out of respect...
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 2:11:42 GMT -5
A light blush painted his cheeks, but it quickly died down after he regained his composure. Still smiling, he ran a hand through his hair and sighed. "To be honest, you're the only one who has given me a reason to stay here... And so, I'm glad it's just us here, as well..." It was true. The only factor that kept him tied to his kind was her.
Figuring out why she was avoiding eye contact with him, he chuckled softly before shrugging once more. "If you are worried about hurting me, don't be. I've survived worse. Besides, the light I see when I look into your eyes only reminds me of the beautiful, kind woman I met out on the ledge the other day..."
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 2:19:05 GMT -5
Keera couldnt help but smile kindly and blush at that...She looked at him gently, a kind tint in her eye. She leaned gently on his shoulde,r her head resting on his. Her hand found his and her fingers laced with his as she caught sight of the moon again, breath taking every time she saw it.
She figured she might have moved to fast with that move..but she couldnt help it..Her heart told her to..It just seemed to perfect..She was sure something would go wrong eventually..but for now..She would savour the moment.
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 2:24:44 GMT -5
He was a little surprised at her actions, but offered no resistance of any sort... His fingers willingly weaved between hers, allowing Keera to stand as close as she wanted to. Following her gaze up to the moon, he smiled again, finding the situation to his liking, despite the odd pairing that it was. True, a vampire and an angel would never be able to be together, especially if the angel was a Queen. But, he'd give it a shot if she did...
Softly, he voiced his thoughts, not too sure of how far Keera really wanted to go with this. "I'm going to assume that a kiss is alright with you, Keera..."
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 2:35:09 GMT -5
Keera laughedgently and smiled. Her lips pressed against his tenderly and she held it. She understood why he would be wary though...She prayed this would work.. She needed it to..She couldnt handle another heartbreak..And it felt so right.. Her eyes closd gently as she kissed him, her heart racing wildly...But she enjoyed it.
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 2:44:42 GMT -5
Turning to face her, he smiled before their lips met and snaked his other arm around her waist, hoping that he wasn't crossing the line. His eyes closed as their lips contacted, and Adrias took his time from there, knowing that Keera was still reeling a little from her first love. It would be a delicate relationship for them, but he figured they could pull it off.
Up until politics came into play, at least... There was no way they could publically display their affection, Keera's status simply did not allow it... But, he was content with sneaking off if that's what it took.
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 2:48:31 GMT -5
She regretfully pulled away from the kiss and rested her head on his shoulder. His hand around her waist felt to good..A feeling she missed..Emotions that hadnt been sparked for some time were back..And she loved it..Of course..Sh eknew it to..For some time they would be able to display affection..he was considered enough of a casualty to everyone else..Promises to the Lycan Queen were always looked down upon..And she knew it...However, she would try to fix that if she could..But for know..As long as she oculd see him, she would be happy.
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 2:52:43 GMT -5
Still holding her hand, he sighed in content, before kissing her neck briefly. "Do I really make you happy, Keera?" He didn't want to be some stand in for her to cling onto the hopes of her last love... Adrias had seen that way too often, and it was one of the many reasons he denied himself the luxury of love. But this seemed different. They both needed it... He knew it felt good to be cared for, and to care for another in return... Keera needed this feeling more then anything right now.
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 2:59:47 GMT -5
Keera took hsi question in, and thought about it briefly."Adrias..I think I can honestly say...I love you." Her lips met his again as she wrapped her arms around him. she didnt want to let go. She knew that sh ehad only known him a short time..But her felings for him to to strong to be anything but love..He made her feel special..And safe.
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 3:04:46 GMT -5
His smile widened considerably, and he nodded at her words. Closing his eyes once more as their lips met, he wrapped his other arm around her slender waist as well, eliminating any space between them. Her kisses were sweet and innoccent, something he didn't really expect from her. But, everyone had some sense of morality in them, he supposed. Breaking the kiss momentarily, he smiled. "And I can honestly say as well, that I love you, Keera..." And with that, he pressed their lips into a more passionate kiss...
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 3:11:15 GMT -5
She colsed her eyes as her finger dips lightly dug into his back as she pressed against him gently. He made her feel so good and so alive..His face so close to her made her feel so good inside. Her heart fluttered gently as she touched him. She didnt dare break the kiss or say anything...He was so passionate...She loved it...
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 18:00:32 GMT -5
A moment such as this... Some people lived just to find that special someone, but Adrias was not one of them. He lived for that special someone. As long as he drew breath, the vampire would do everything within his power to safeguard Keera, even if it meant paying the ultimate price. But to him, love had no price.
Not really minding her fingers pressing into his back, he continued their kiss, not wanting the moment to end. It felt, strange at first, to have someone who seemingly hated him, push into him in an attempt for affection. But, the thought passed as thier bliss continued.
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Post by bynx on Jan 6, 2007 18:09:16 GMT -5
Her mind was light as she kissed him..Not wanting it to end..How ould she fall for someone who meant so little..Yet..Now he meant the world..She thought she hated him...She thought she always would...Yet right now..Sh stood with him in a sweet embraced..Lip locked with her so called enemy..
Her eyes opened gently as she broke the kiss, looking at him. "wow..I havent felt such a rush in a long time." she laughed softly.
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Post by Tado on Jan 6, 2007 18:15:32 GMT -5
After Keera broke the kiss, he smiled lightly and sighed in content, giving her a fond look. "I'm glad I could give it to you... Hopefully I'll be able to do it again in the near future." He didn't really know how they would pull this off, her being an angelic queen, and him... Just a lowly vampire no one seemed to like... But, he vowed to find a way.
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