Rosalind was not one who often spent time at The Mocking Bird, but being back in Lennox had certainly stirred up a lot of familiar emotions that she had certainly not missed. Looking out upon the faces who were in the same place she found herself only a couple of years ago, she wanted to be the best she could for them. It was certainly getting harder, the longer she used her element. How could it be that such a gift guaranteed such a grim fate?
The Moroi downed a shot before turning, realizing someone else had taken a seat next to her. The stool had been bare for the past half an hour since she had arrived, so it took her by surprise. Regardless, she knew it would be polite to address them.
âRough night?â She spoke with a raised eyebrow. There was no judgement in her face, merely understanding. Rosalind knew she never needed sympathy and maybe this individual didnât either.
[ MAXENCE DANET-FAUVEL, TWENTY-SEVEN, CIS-MALE ]. who just got accepted? oh, itâs just the new student [ NIKOLAI DURAND ]. [ HE/HIM ] is originally from [ NICE, FRANCE ] and theyâre apparently a [ FAE ]. did you hear their focus is [ INVISIBILITY ] ? thatâs probably how they got in. they remind me of [ MESSY HAIR, SPARKLING BLUE EYES, THE SMELL OF THE SEA, A MELODY ON HIS LIPS ]
TRIGGER WARNING: mental health (anxiety and depression), self hate.
[ AJA NAOMI KING, THIRTY-ONE, CISFEMALE ]. who is that on campus? oh, itâs just the new professor [ PRINCESS ROSALIND WHITE ]. [ SHE ] is/are originally from [ MANHATTAN, NEW YORK ] and theyâre teaching the [ BASIC ELEMENTAL CONTROL ] classes around here. apparently theyâre also a/an [ MOROI ]. they remind me of [ A VOICE THAT COMMANDS YOU TO LISTEN AT ALL TIMES, WALLS LINED WITH BOOKS, PRICELESS GEMS GLISTENING AROUND HER NECK AND A MIND LIKE AN ENDLESS MAZE. ]
The eldest child of the White line. A life that all assume is destined for greatness, but one that leads to more pain than anyone could know. When all eyes are on you, failure is never an option and this was something young Rosalind took a little too seriously.
Even before she knew the influence her family had, Rosalind noticed the stares. The whispers. Everyone around her wanted something from her and held her at a high expectation that she didnât know if she could achieve.
This caused her to protect herself however she could. Distancing herself from others, finding solace in loneliness. More than anything, she feared being an abomination and a disappointment to her mother - who could not have been better to her.
Of course she knew that her mother never expected to be queen. Regardless, she wanted to support her however she could. Perhaps this fueled her desire to avoid deviation from the norm as much as possible.
Her relationship with her father is much different than that of her mother. Rosalind certainly feels that she can confide in her mother a lot more and feels understood by her.
Her talents with the element of spirit came as quite the surprise to her mother - once again fueling the desire for her to be the best at everything.
The voices in her head began to show their effects on the young woman when she was fourteen. Her breakdown was something that the royal family tried to keep as quiet as possible, sheltering her for a couple of years. She was diagnosed with anxiety and depression and carefully monitored.
Rosalind carries a burning hatred inside for both herself and the title she carries. She wonders frequently if she would be happier living a normal life, without so much pressure on her back. Of course she would never show it, but instead continues to observe the rules as closely as she can.
Of course, the conversations happened about her future. Her marriage. However, Rosalind knew from a very early age that she could never marry a man. Instead, she found herself desiring to spend the rest of her life with a woman. She came out as a lesbian shortly before she reached adulthood, and has been living happily as such ever since.
Her element, of course, was something Sorina wanted overseen by the best of the best. Because of this, she ended up attending Acadia Academy between the ages of twenty-four and twenty-eight.
Her relationship with her guardian is very cordial. While some craved the independence of a lack of guardianship, Rosalind didnât mind her protection. As previously mentioned, she is the child every royal parent would want and the ward that every guardian would dream of considering she actually allows them to do their job. Itâs not that sheâs easy to control, she just wants to be well respectful of the traditions of the Moroi. Her guardian encourages her to get outside of her sheâll and experience a bit more, all while keeping her safe. Protecting her is a huge responsibility and Ros makes it known ( WANTED CONNECTION ).
Joining the staff of Acadia was her motherâs idea - perhaps intending for her daughter to be her eyes on the success of the Academy when she could not be. The queen only wanted the best for the royal families and no one knew her standards better than her eldest daughter.
Her obedience may put her at odds with her siblings - but she could not care less. Their titles, specifically hers comes with a lot of influence. Itâs not just about her, but there are people watching. Some might say that she cares about more about protecting the crown than her own family, but that couldnât be further from the truth. It all ties back to her fear of disappointing those around her.
She keeps a very small circle, observant about their intentions and what they could possibly do to damage their reputation. Sheâs realized lately, however that this has pushed many people away that could have a good influence on her life.
Rosalind is a very stern professor. She expects work to be turned in on time at all costs. With the attack, however, she has certainly found herself easing up but not by much. Sheâll get there eventually.
She has also never been in love before - filling her life with meaningless flings that sheâs kept very secretive from the public. Well, maybe she has once. This person would definitely have had to deal with Rosalindâs desire to sneak around - keeping their relationship a secret from the public. To this day, no one probably knows they were even together. Itâs not that sheâs not proud of the love they shared, she just prefers to live a very private life ( WANTED CONNECTION ).
She also kept in contact with one close friend, who she considers to almost be like an advisor. There is no one else that she trusts more in her life and while the princess would never admit it, she would be a lot more undone without her ( CONNECTION FILLED BY MOLLIE BRIXTON ).
She does not know nor care how her students perceive her. Being perceived by others is something that sheâs quite used to at this point.
Kind of a hermit - living in a very fancy penthouse thatâs decorated with very expensive furniture that doesnât really feel like her. Subconsciously, she wants nothing more than to escape and travel far, far away from the boarders of Lennox.
When she made the decision to return to the Academy - she was asked to teach Basic Elemental Control due to the ease at which she picked up her element. Those around her are mystified by the grace at which she mastered spirit, but little do they know her element just might one day be the cause of her undoingâŠ
[ HILARY DUFF, THIRTY-FIVE, CIS FEMALE ]. who is that on campus? oh, itâs just the new professor [ MOLLIE BRIXTON ]. [ SHE/HER ] is originally from [ BRIGHTON, ENGLAND ] and theyâre teaching the [ ART & CULTURE ALL AROUND THE WORLD ] classes around here. apparently theyâre also a [ MOROI ]. they remind me of [ THE SOUND OF WAVES CRASHING AGAINST THE SHORE, WHITE COTTON DRESSES, EATING ICE CREAM ON A WARM DAY, CURLING UP IN FRONT OF A FIRE DURING A STORM ]
Quinn thought that he was paying enough for tuition that he should be allowed to access the Aquatic Centre at whatever time he pleased. There were no opening times on the sea, so he thought that 3 AM would be just as appropriate of a visiting time for his trip to the pool. Plus, he wanted to get used to swimming here before he had to mingle with anyone else. It wasnât that he felt particularly intimidated or anything, though. He just didnât want to fuck up a first impression, and he couldnât quite make a good one if he wasnât comfortable with the place. Or at least that was the logic he was going with. He probably just didnât want to talk to anyone yet because American accents and vampires were all too overwhelming but that was the story heâd go with to please himself in his indulgence of self isolation.
Said isolation was soon interrupted by the sound of the door closing behind someone, causing him to break his lap to investigate. He bobbed above the surface, looking around till his eyes found someone standing at the edge of the pool. Considering there were three Olympic sized pools, he wasnât quite sure why they were standing here at his one. Unless he was in trouble.
[ MELISA ASLI PAMUK, THIRTY, CISFEMALE ]. who is that walking through lennox? oh, itâs just [ ALENAÂ ĂETIN ]. [SHE/HER ] is/are originally from [ Ä°STANBUL, TURKEY] and theyâre apparently a/an [ BANSHEE ]. did you hear theyâve lived here for [ 5 YEARS] ? you know, they remind me of [DRINKING HOT CHOCOLATE ON A RAINY NIGHT, HITCHED BREATH AND SHAKY SOBS, THE SCENT OF CINNAMON CANDLES, STARRY EYES GLITTERING IN THE MOONLIGHT]Â
[ QUINN CHEONG ]. [ HE/HIM ] is/are originally from [ ORKNEY ISLANDS, SCOTLAND ] and theyâre apparently a/an [ SIREN ]. did you hear their focus is [ ALCHEMY ] ? thatâs probably how they got in. they remind me of [ late night swims in the sea, childhood athlete medals, crazy parties and stylish fashion ]
  her gaze had been zoned on the sky above, back to the ground enjoying the grass while it was rather soft, long before long cold nights were going to harden it. was twilight meant to be so enchanting? sal wanted to get lost in the sky; flowing colors looking so effortlessly put together, like they were meant to be there at this moment. some how this point shifted quicker than any other part of the 24 hours. the colors faded away and sal slowly lifted from the ground, from the sight of a beautiful - endless sky to a rather unpleasant looking person. it was nothing personal, sal rarely found anyone enjoyable on first glance.
[Â SANDRA OH, A HUNDRED AND FIFTY, GENDERFLUIDÂ ]. who is that on campus? oh, itâs just the new professor [Â HARPER TARENENÂ ]. [Â SHE/THEYÂ ] is originally from [Â VALORIAÂ ] and theyâre teaching the [Â HISTORY OF ELVES & VALORIAÂ ] classes around here. apparently theyâre also an [Â ELFÂ ]. they remind me of [Â JAZZ MUSIC PLAYING IN THE BACKGROUND, FOUNTAIN PENS, THE SMELL OF OLD SCROLLS, COZY SCARVES IN AUTUMNÂ ]
[ CARLOS MIRANDA, THIRTY FOUR, CIS-MALE ]. who is that walking through lennox? oh, itâs just [ THEO SALAZAR ]. [ HE/HIM ] is originally from [ LOS ANGELES, CA ] and theyâre apparently a [ DHAMPIR ]. did you hear theyâve lived here for [ 3 MONTHS ] ? you know, they remind me of [ BURNED CIGARETTES, CALLOUSED HANDS AND BLOODY KNUCKLES, IMPOSTER SYNDROME, LONG DRIVES AT NIGHT ]
{ b a s i c s }
LEGAL NAME: Theodore Salazar
ALIAS: None
GENDER | SPECIES: Cis-Male | Dhampir
AGE: 34
DOB: May 18th, 1987
PLACE OF BIRTH: Los Angeles, CA
NATIONALITY: American
ETHNICITY: Unknown
EDUCATION: High School Diploma;Â The Culinary Institute of America (uncompleted)
OCCUPATION: Bartender, Odd jobs/Handyman, Boxer/Muay Thai Fighter, Whatever Pays the Bills, (Aspiring) Chef/Restauranteur
âOh, um, cheers.â Theo raised his eyebrows at them as he clinked his bottle of beer with their glass. He wasnât sure why they raised their glass at him. He wasnât paying much attention to what they were saying as his own head was up in the clouds. âWhat exactly are we celebrating tonight?â he asked. He knew he could celebrate a night off for once in three months since heâd arrived, but that wasnât exactly an accomplishment worth a toast. Honestly, it was nice to have some time off to himself again. Although, it was different now because even though he had some time off, his mind was still thinking about work and taking care of his niece.
Scarlet had given up on actual dating a long time ago, but that never stopped her from agreeing to go out on random dates. Typically, they ended well enough and she gained a new friend. Some of them, however, were disasters. The magician had a nagging feeling that the one she was about to experience would fall in the second category.Â
Sitting on the vinyl bench at one of the cozy booths in the Sunshine Diner, her eyes scanned the room looking for someone to invite over. If she was seen eating with someone else, perhaps the suitor she had a bad feeling about would just, well, leave once he showed up. Her eyes settled upon one person and she proceeded to get up to approach them âExcuse me,â she quietly said to the stranger, âare you here alone?â Standing up a bit straighter, Scarlet offered them a warm smile before looking back to the booth she was just in. âThat sounded far more unsettling than I intended, I apologize. Iâm supposed to be waiting for someone but my instincts tell me itâs not the best of ideas. Care to share a meal with me and be my knight in shining armor for the evening? Iâll pay for whatever youâd like.âÂ
[ HANNAH JOHN-KAMEN, TWENTY-SEVEN, CIS FEMALE ]. who just got accepted? oh, itâs just the new student [ ANCA VIROTH ]. [ SHE/HER ] is/are originally from [ STAMFORD, UK ] and theyâre apparently a/an [ FAE ]. did you hear their focus is [ REALITY WARPING & APPORTING ] ? thatâs probably how they got in. they remind me of [ LICHENS GROWING ON THE WINDOW SILL, AN EMPTY HOUSE, A COLD SWEAT AFTER A FEVER DREAM, THE WARBLE OF A BROKEN MUSIC BOX ]
[ KYLIE BUNBURY, THIRTY-THREE, CIS WOMAN ]. who is that walking through lennox? oh, itâs just [ SCARLET KING ]. [ SHE/HER ] is originally from [ LENNOX ] and theyâre apparently a [ MAGICIAN ]. did you hear theyâve lived here for [ THIRTY-THREE YEARS ] ? you know, they remind me of [ WHITE SATIN SHEETS, THE SCENT OF A SPRIG OF LILY OF THE VALLEY, CHAMOMILE TEA, VINTAGE HIGH HEELED SHOES ]
He may have looked a little disheveled, perhaps even a little tired from the eyes. For Jacen, it was difficult to simply put down a task and focus on his own needs. For instance, the fact that his body was crying for rest with the evidence lying in the exhaust of his voice and less jubilant demeanor. He focused his gaze on the door the moment his cat picked her head up from her nap. Sure, it was a weekend, but it wasnât strange to find him in his classroom finishing any grading or revising his upcoming lesson plans.
âSorry,â he immediately apologized. âI was simply passing by, so I decided to bring my cat while I was here. I hope youâre not allergic.â
[ SEBASTIAN STAN, NINETY-EIGHT, CIS MAN ]. who is that on campus? oh, itâs just the new professor [ JACEN âHALDRATHâ VASILE ]. [ HE ] is originally from [ MOSCOW, RUSSIA ] and theyâre teaching the [ ORIGINAL DRAGON SPELL-CASTING ] classes around here. apparently theyâre also a [ DRAGON ]. they remind me of [ MELTING ICICLES, STEAM ROLLING OFF OF LAKES AS THE MORNING COMES, FALLING ASLEEP ON YOUR TABLE AFTER A LONG DAY OF READING, DIMLY LIT LIGHTS ]
