Oh, well hello again!

My name is Kyrie, I quite enjoy singing, drawing, and seeing sights far away. Do not be shy to ask a question!

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My name is Kyrie, though you likely are far more familiar with my husband, Nero and his Father and Uncle, Vergil and Dante.

My friend Nico encouraged me to try out social media to expand my horizons past Fortuna, so I am trying it out.

Please feel free to ask questions, I am aware how strange it must be to many to have grown up on a small island.

I may post things about my life, my job at the orphanage, my three sons or my husband and his job, or about my friends and extended family. I may also reblog scenery, photography is beautiful to me.

Also, I was... clinically deceased for a time. Please do not bring it up to my sons, though I do not mind if you ask me about it.

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My foster sons now have a blog on here! You can talk to all three of them @the-sparda-eleisonlings.

I also recently learned that I have a brother in law! You can talk to him, his girlfriend and best friend @the-knight-witch.

I also found out about my mother in law, you can talk to her at @cerys-bellerose.

[expressions-of-nature]

by Igor Svibilsky

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes I can. Seeing out of them is different than how I see out of the eyes on my face. Since you also have a form with a lot of eyes I guess I don’t have to explain what it’s like.

They were so disorienting and overstimulating in the beginning.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My eyes caught movement rather than truly seen. They tracked any and all opponents that I might have had. It was not quite disorienting but rather allowing me to be aware of my surroundings at all times in any and all scenarios.

If your secondary eyes do more than that, then perhaps you may need some time to practice or get used to them. To my understanding, all beings have to adjust just having the amount of eyes they are naturally born with, humans need to adjust to having a depth of field in their vision.

If you do not have your wings out often, you may be delaying your ability to adjust.

[the-knight-witch]

Going from a 180 pov to basically a 360 pov not an issue anymore.

*Atreus turned back to properly face Vergil.*

My wings might be the only thing from that part of me that’s actually properly developed…

My wings were more convenient and palatable to my dad so I able to actually use them.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded along to the explanation, understanding in his gaze. However, at the mention of Atreus adoptive father, his more serene expression shuttered.)

Your father did not approve of your abilities?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes. A general dislike towards demons comes naturally with being an angel. I’m pretty sure he also only truly cared about the human part of me. Probably wished I was only human.

I’ll give him credit where credit was due though. He cared enough to not let me die or be killed. He gave life protecting me so his dislike was out weighed. That says something.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil didn't seem to quite agree but he did not comment. He would not disparage anyone Atreus seemed to have in high regard.)

I am sorry you had to hide yourself, Dante and I's father was quite open about showing his origin and encouraging it within us.

It may be... quite late but, if you are willing, I would like to do the same with you, as I am doing with Nero.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus could already hear Helena and Alex saying he should at least try. He’s come this far with accepting himself so he might as well go the rest of the way.*

I uh guess that would be ok.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(A small smile flashed on Vergil's face.)

Good. Nero has come far, I am certain you will be able to do the same. He and I meet to practice Iaijutsu, among other things. Perhaps... You would like to join us?

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus dismisses his wings and nodded. He was tired of that internalized self hatred. Hopefully this would help rid of it.*

Sure, it’ll probably be interesting.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil gave a small yet pleased smile at the acceptance, knowing Nero would be pleased with the outcome.)

Then I shall pick you up next Thursday morning at 8:00 sharp. Does that sound acceptable?

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, that will be fine. Is there anything I should bring or prepare before hand?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Bring your preferred weapon, and ensure you eat.

(Vergil hummed.)

At times, we are interrupted by a hunt, and it can take hours. Nero has once neglected to have breakfast, and fell ill. I will not allow it to happen again, neither with him, not with you.

[the-knight-witch]

Ah, I will make sure to eat then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

See to it that you do.

(Vergil nodded, a severe look in his eyes, before he went back to looking at the flames.)

[the-knight-witch]

You mentioned your dad. What was he like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My... Father? Sparda? Well... He was kind and good, when he was present. He taught us how to fight from an early age, taught us about many aspects of demon culture, was fair, but he would leave often. He had to ensure the seals were staying. One day, he simply did not return.

(Vergil spoke with his eyes shut, as if dredging up very old and faded memories.)

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes I can. Seeing out of them is different than how I see out of the eyes on my face. Since you also have a form with a lot of eyes I guess I don’t have to explain what it’s like.

They were so disorienting and overstimulating in the beginning.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My eyes caught movement rather than truly seen. They tracked any and all opponents that I might have had. It was not quite disorienting but rather allowing me to be aware of my surroundings at all times in any and all scenarios.

If your secondary eyes do more than that, then perhaps you may need some time to practice or get used to them. To my understanding, all beings have to adjust just having the amount of eyes they are naturally born with, humans need to adjust to having a depth of field in their vision.

If you do not have your wings out often, you may be delaying your ability to adjust.

[the-knight-witch]

Going from a 180 pov to basically a 360 pov not an issue anymore.

*Atreus turned back to properly face Vergil.*

My wings might be the only thing from that part of me that’s actually properly developed…

My wings were more convenient and palatable to my dad so I able to actually use them.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded along to the explanation, understanding in his gaze. However, at the mention of Atreus adoptive father, his more serene expression shuttered.)

Your father did not approve of your abilities?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes. A general dislike towards demons comes naturally with being an angel. I’m pretty sure he also only truly cared about the human part of me. Probably wished I was only human.

I’ll give him credit where credit was due though. He cared enough to not let me die or be killed. He gave life protecting me so his dislike was out weighed. That says something.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil didn't seem to quite agree but he did not comment. He would not disparage anyone Atreus seemed to have in high regard.)

I am sorry you had to hide yourself, Dante and I's father was quite open about showing his origin and encouraging it within us.

It may be... quite late but, if you are willing, I would like to do the same with you, as I am doing with Nero.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus could already hear Helena and Alex saying he should at least try. He’s come this far with accepting himself so he might as well go the rest of the way.*

I uh guess that would be ok.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(A small smile flashed on Vergil's face.)

Good. Nero has come far, I am certain you will be able to do the same. He and I meet to practice Iaijutsu, among other things. Perhaps... You would like to join us?

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus dismisses his wings and nodded. He was tired of that internalized self hatred. Hopefully this would help rid of it.*

Sure, it’ll probably be interesting.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil gave a small yet pleased smile at the acceptance, knowing Nero would be pleased with the outcome.)

Then I shall pick you up next Thursday morning at 8:00 sharp. Does that sound acceptable?

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, that will be fine. Is there anything I should bring or prepare before hand?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Bring your preferred weapon, and ensure you eat.

(Vergil hummed.)

At times, we are interrupted by a hunt, and it can take hours. Nero has once neglected to have breakfast, and fell ill. I will not allow it to happen again, neither with him, not with you.

[the-knight-witch]

Ah, I will make sure to eat then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

See to it that you do.

(Vergil nodded, a severe look in his eyes, before he went back to looking at the flames.)

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes I can. Seeing out of them is different than how I see out of the eyes on my face. Since you also have a form with a lot of eyes I guess I don’t have to explain what it’s like.

They were so disorienting and overstimulating in the beginning.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My eyes caught movement rather than truly seen. They tracked any and all opponents that I might have had. It was not quite disorienting but rather allowing me to be aware of my surroundings at all times in any and all scenarios.

If your secondary eyes do more than that, then perhaps you may need some time to practice or get used to them. To my understanding, all beings have to adjust just having the amount of eyes they are naturally born with, humans need to adjust to having a depth of field in their vision.

If you do not have your wings out often, you may be delaying your ability to adjust.

[the-knight-witch]

Going from a 180 pov to basically a 360 pov not an issue anymore.

*Atreus turned back to properly face Vergil.*

My wings might be the only thing from that part of me that’s actually properly developed…

My wings were more convenient and palatable to my dad so I able to actually use them.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded along to the explanation, understanding in his gaze. However, at the mention of Atreus adoptive father, his more serene expression shuttered.)

Your father did not approve of your abilities?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes. A general dislike towards demons comes naturally with being an angel. I’m pretty sure he also only truly cared about the human part of me. Probably wished I was only human.

I’ll give him credit where credit was due though. He cared enough to not let me die or be killed. He gave life protecting me so his dislike was out weighed. That says something.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil didn't seem to quite agree but he did not comment. He would not disparage anyone Atreus seemed to have in high regard.)

I am sorry you had to hide yourself, Dante and I's father was quite open about showing his origin and encouraging it within us.

It may be... quite late but, if you are willing, I would like to do the same with you, as I am doing with Nero.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus could already hear Helena and Alex saying he should at least try. He’s come this far with accepting himself so he might as well go the rest of the way.*

I uh guess that would be ok.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(A small smile flashed on Vergil's face.)

Good. Nero has come far, I am certain you will be able to do the same. He and I meet to practice Iaijutsu, among other things. Perhaps... You would like to join us?

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus dismisses his wings and nodded. He was tired of that internalized self hatred. Hopefully this would help rid of it.*

Sure, it’ll probably be interesting.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil gave a small yet pleased smile at the acceptance, knowing Nero would be pleased with the outcome.)

Then I shall pick you up next Thursday morning at 8:00 sharp. Does that sound acceptable?

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, that will be fine. Is there anything I should bring or prepare before hand?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Bring your preferred weapon, and ensure you eat.

(Vergil hummed.)

At times, we are interrupted by a hunt, and it can take hours. Nero has once neglected to have breakfast, and fell ill. I will not allow it to happen again, neither with him, not with you.

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes I can. Seeing out of them is different than how I see out of the eyes on my face. Since you also have a form with a lot of eyes I guess I don’t have to explain what it’s like.

They were so disorienting and overstimulating in the beginning.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My eyes caught movement rather than truly seen. They tracked any and all opponents that I might have had. It was not quite disorienting but rather allowing me to be aware of my surroundings at all times in any and all scenarios.

If your secondary eyes do more than that, then perhaps you may need some time to practice or get used to them. To my understanding, all beings have to adjust just having the amount of eyes they are naturally born with, humans need to adjust to having a depth of field in their vision.

If you do not have your wings out often, you may be delaying your ability to adjust.

[the-knight-witch]

Going from a 180 pov to basically a 360 pov not an issue anymore.

*Atreus turned back to properly face Vergil.*

My wings might be the only thing from that part of me that’s actually properly developed…

My wings were more convenient and palatable to my dad so I able to actually use them.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded along to the explanation, understanding in his gaze. However, at the mention of Atreus adoptive father, his more serene expression shuttered.)

Your father did not approve of your abilities?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes. A general dislike towards demons comes naturally with being an angel. I’m pretty sure he also only truly cared about the human part of me. Probably wished I was only human.

I’ll give him credit where credit was due though. He cared enough to not let me die or be killed. He gave life protecting me so his dislike was out weighed. That says something.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil didn't seem to quite agree but he did not comment. He would not disparage anyone Atreus seemed to have in high regard.)

I am sorry you had to hide yourself, Dante and I's father was quite open about showing his origin and encouraging it within us.

It may be... quite late but, if you are willing, I would like to do the same with you, as I am doing with Nero.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus could already hear Helena and Alex saying he should at least try. He’s come this far with accepting himself so he might as well go the rest of the way.*

I uh guess that would be ok.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(A small smile flashed on Vergil's face.)

Good. Nero has come far, I am certain you will be able to do the same. He and I meet to practice Iaijutsu, among other things. Perhaps... You would like to join us?

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus dismisses his wings and nodded. He was tired of that internalized self hatred. Hopefully this would help rid of it.*

Sure, it’ll probably be interesting.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil gave a small yet pleased smile at the acceptance, knowing Nero would be pleased with the outcome.)

Then I shall pick you up next Thursday morning at 8:00 sharp. Does that sound acceptable?

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes I can. Seeing out of them is different than how I see out of the eyes on my face. Since you also have a form with a lot of eyes I guess I don’t have to explain what it’s like.

They were so disorienting and overstimulating in the beginning.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My eyes caught movement rather than truly seen. They tracked any and all opponents that I might have had. It was not quite disorienting but rather allowing me to be aware of my surroundings at all times in any and all scenarios.

If your secondary eyes do more than that, then perhaps you may need some time to practice or get used to them. To my understanding, all beings have to adjust just having the amount of eyes they are naturally born with, humans need to adjust to having a depth of field in their vision.

If you do not have your wings out often, you may be delaying your ability to adjust.

[the-knight-witch]

Going from a 180 pov to basically a 360 pov not an issue anymore.

*Atreus turned back to properly face Vergil.*

My wings might be the only thing from that part of me that’s actually properly developed…

My wings were more convenient and palatable to my dad so I able to actually use them.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded along to the explanation, understanding in his gaze. However, at the mention of Atreus adoptive father, his more serene expression shuttered.)

Your father did not approve of your abilities?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes. A general dislike towards demons comes naturally with being an angel. I’m pretty sure he also only truly cared about the human part of me. Probably wished I was only human.

I’ll give him credit where credit was due though. He cared enough to not let me die or be killed. He gave life protecting me so his dislike was out weighed. That says something.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil didn't seem to quite agree but he did not comment. He would not disparage anyone Atreus seemed to have in high regard.)

I am sorry you had to hide yourself, Dante and I's father was quite open about showing his origin and encouraging it within us.

It may be... quite late but, if you are willing, I would like to do the same with you, as I am doing with Nero.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus could already hear Helena and Alex saying he should at least try. He’s come this far with accepting himself so he might as well go the rest of the way.*

I uh guess that would be ok.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(A small smile flashed on Vergil's face.)

Good. Nero has come far, I am certain you will be able to do the same. He and I meet to practice Iaijutsu, among other things. Perhaps... You would like to join us?

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes I can. Seeing out of them is different than how I see out of the eyes on my face. Since you also have a form with a lot of eyes I guess I don’t have to explain what it’s like.

They were so disorienting and overstimulating in the beginning.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My eyes caught movement rather than truly seen. They tracked any and all opponents that I might have had. It was not quite disorienting but rather allowing me to be aware of my surroundings at all times in any and all scenarios.

If your secondary eyes do more than that, then perhaps you may need some time to practice or get used to them. To my understanding, all beings have to adjust just having the amount of eyes they are naturally born with, humans need to adjust to having a depth of field in their vision.

If you do not have your wings out often, you may be delaying your ability to adjust.

[the-knight-witch]

Going from a 180 pov to basically a 360 pov not an issue anymore.

*Atreus turned back to properly face Vergil.*

My wings might be the only thing from that part of me that’s actually properly developed…

My wings were more convenient and palatable to my dad so I able to actually use them.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded along to the explanation, understanding in his gaze. However, at the mention of Atreus adoptive father, his more serene expression shuttered.)

Your father did not approve of your abilities?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes. A general dislike towards demons comes naturally with being an angel. I’m pretty sure he also only truly cared about the human part of me. Probably wished I was only human.

I’ll give him credit where credit was due though. He cared enough to not let me die or be killed. He gave life protecting me so his dislike was out weighed. That says something.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil didn't seem to quite agree but he did not comment. He would not disparage anyone Atreus seemed to have in high regard.)

I am sorry you had to hide yourself, Dante and I's father was quite open about showing his origin and encouraging it within us.

It may be... quite late but, if you are willing, I would like to do the same with you, as I am doing with Nero.

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes I can. Seeing out of them is different than how I see out of the eyes on my face. Since you also have a form with a lot of eyes I guess I don’t have to explain what it’s like.

They were so disorienting and overstimulating in the beginning.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My eyes caught movement rather than truly seen. They tracked any and all opponents that I might have had. It was not quite disorienting but rather allowing me to be aware of my surroundings at all times in any and all scenarios.

If your secondary eyes do more than that, then perhaps you may need some time to practice or get used to them. To my understanding, all beings have to adjust just having the amount of eyes they are naturally born with, humans need to adjust to having a depth of field in their vision.

If you do not have your wings out often, you may be delaying your ability to adjust.

[the-knight-witch]

Going from a 180 pov to basically a 360 pov not an issue anymore.

*Atreus turned back to properly face Vergil.*

My wings might be the only thing from that part of me that’s actually properly developed…

My wings were more convenient and palatable to my dad so I able to actually use them.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded along to the explanation, understanding in his gaze. However, at the mention of Atreus adoptive father, his more serene expression shuttered.)

Your father did not approve of your abilities?

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes I can. Seeing out of them is different than how I see out of the eyes on my face. Since you also have a form with a lot of eyes I guess I don’t have to explain what it’s like.

They were so disorienting and overstimulating in the beginning.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

My eyes caught movement rather than truly seen. They tracked any and all opponents that I might have had. It was not quite disorienting but rather allowing me to be aware of my surroundings at all times in any and all scenarios.

If your secondary eyes do more than that, then perhaps you may need some time to practice or get used to them. To my understanding, all beings have to adjust just having the amount of eyes they are naturally born with, humans need to adjust to having a depth of field in their vision.

If you do not have your wings out often, you may be delaying your ability to adjust.

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

is it a bad time to say i despise Christmas

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

May I ask why?

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

Are you ready for the whole list

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Of course I am.

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

Its mostly just home stuff being too messy

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Can you not visit your Kyrie? If she is anything like me, I'm sure she would love to see you.

And if your Kyrie can't host you right now, then you can come to my home. We have plenty of leftovers from dinner last night, and I'm sure my husband would love to meet another version of himself.

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

It's...i mean yea,kinda. I'm not allowed to "step foot outside" apperently. And ghey all keep yelling n stuff.

Namie and Vergil are kinda fun,i just wish i was living with them perminately and not half time ag the orphanage

@namie-2001 are you ever gonna sign those papers PLEASE ONG THEY PERMITTEF ME FROM GOING OUTSIDE

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Wait, your orphanage is doing that? They did not do that with my husband! They are not allowed to do such a thing! You are nearly an adult!

... I'm sorry you need to endure this, Nero... I'm sorry my parents and Credo were not there too get you out when they did with my version of you....

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded then turned so the other side of his wings could be seen.*

*once turned some of the eyes along Atreus’ wings focus onto Vergil.*

Are you and Dante also similar but different?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, the most obvious is that our color schemes differ greatly. Our horns are also different but that is something that is different for just about every demon. I have a tail and he does not, our wings sit differently on our backs, that that is more of a personal choice of my own development.

Dante and I should look more similar,, due to extenuating circumstances, I look a little different than what I was likely meant to be.

(Vergil explained patiently, looking at the wings with naked curiosity. He took a step forward, watching the eyes follow him. It made him smile.)

Since these eyes are following my movement, I'm assuming you can see through them?

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

is it a bad time to say i despise Christmas

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

May I ask why?

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

Are you ready for the whole list

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Of course I am.

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

Its mostly just home stuff being too messy

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Can you not visit your Kyrie? If she is anything like me, I'm sure she would love to see you.

And if your Kyrie can't host you right now, then you can come to my home. We have plenty of leftovers from dinner last night, and I'm sure my husband would love to meet another version of himself.

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

is it a bad time to say i despise Christmas

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

May I ask why?

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

Are you ready for the whole list

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Of course I am.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Merry Christmas everyone!

[the-knight-witch]

(There was a soft knock at the door, as well as a powerful but none threatening demonic presence. It is Vergil, and he looks very... Stiff.)

I have... Come to talk to Atreus.

-Vergil from @kyrie-spardaeleison

*Vergil could scene that the house was heavily warded against unwanted guests and other things.*

*A very overwhelmed and almost groggy Alex opened the door with Perses at his side. Vergil was hit with Alex’s weird presence. He could feel the demonic energy that was weaved into Alex.*

Ah okay he’s…

*Alex paused looking away from Vergil to check if Atreus was actually home.*

Somewhere here

*Alex stepped aside letting Vergil into the house. Perses immediately sniffed at Vergil inspecting him making sure he wasn’t an immediate threat.*

Perses can lead you to him.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil slowly stepped inside, having little idea where to go, but following Perses closely. He wondered at just why Atreus' roommate gave off such a feeling. he would need to monitor that. For now however, he had to worry about his newfound son.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Perses lead Vergil towards a living room area. The sound of laughing and the skittering of paws could be heard.*

*As Vergil interned the room he found Atreus on the floor playing with Circe. When Atreus noticed Vergil and he paused.*

Hello…

*Circe let go of the end of the toy she was pulling on to investigate Vergil herself. Perses left the room to go back to Alex but not before giving Vergil the most side eyed look a dog could give.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood still, letting Circe investigate as he looked at Atreus.)

Hello, Atreus... I... was wondering we could talk.

(His voice was slow, rehearsed. He had practiced this. Nero and Dante both having convinced him to try. Why had this been easier with Nero?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Once Circe was done she left the room also giving Vergil the stink eye. Atreus got up and tossed the dog toy he had into a basket of other toys.*

Um yeah sure I guess.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil was used to glares. He was just unused to receiving it from animals. How... strange.)

Where would you like to talk?

(He decided to ask. Nero had insisted he not made his brother uncomfortable. Dante had also given him a long list of things to try and do to make this conversation go smoothly. Vergil could only hope this worked...)

[the-knight-witch]

We could talk here or on the porch out back?

*atreus fidgeted swiping his thumb against his nose.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(It was odd to see Nero's habits echoed in Atreus. He wondered if it was a habit from Cerys he had been forced to forget.)

Wherever is most comfortable to you.

(He said, wanting to not stress his new found son out. He was trying to make this easy for Atreus... So far he was likely failing...)

[the-knight-witch]

We can sit outside. Less likely to be interrupted and less ears.

*Atreus lead Vergil towards the back of the house and out onto a porch. He gestured for Vergil to sit wherever he like then Atreus started the little fire place heater up. Once the fire was going Atreus sat down across from him.*

Soo what did you want to talk about?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil sat silently for a moment, before looking up at Atreus.)

Just as... Just as Nero was entitled to some answers, you are as well. I want... to explain why I was not there, to the best of my ability and... help you understand your origin. Nero appreciated such and... I have figured that you would as well.

[the-knight-witch]

Yeah, I would. I’ve made assumptions over the years but to get some actual answers would be nice.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, his expression carefully blank.)

I... shall tell you about your mother and I. Or... what I can remember. Cerys has been able to fill many blanks, but my memory is still... incomplete.

(His eyes narrowed for a moment, as though focusing, as if he were trying to say something difficult.)

Forgive me for... not having all the answers.

[the-knight-witch]

Incomplete? Uh Okay then.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil nodded, before he looked to the fire.)

She and I met when I was 16. She worked at the library and I had to sneak in to find information I was looking for. She caught me and yelled at me for tracking mud everywhere...

We saw more of each other after that. Cerys is... she is smart, she put together that I was not some tourist. When she saw my white hair and what I was researching, she figured out who I was, who I was descended from. I told her she was right.

By the time I was seventeen, we had become friends. and I was starting to look into varying ways of getting Sparda's power. I did not wish to be weak, to be chased by demons constantly. The order of the Sword helped, but I was still chased.

Your mother helped me search, and when I had to leave to throw them off my scent, she kept looking for answers. Shortly before she turned eighteen, she asked for a relationship. I had never been in one, i did not know what to do. I did eventually say yes, after some mishaps that I cannot quite remember, but it did involve flowers and a heartfelt apology.

Regardless, for her eighteenth birthday, I took her out on a date, used Yamato to take us to every beautiful location I had ever been too while I had been on the run. She loved it, but we had been attacked. Despite my best efforts, she was still hurt.

I ended up leaving Fortuna, visiting often and leaving trinkets for her to enjoy, but I never stayed for more than a few hours. The armies of hell dogged my step.

Shortly after I turned eighteen, I met Dante, whom I thought had died, when I returned to Cerys, I told her of it all. She was happy I had rediscovered some family. She was also able to tell me about the Temen-Ni-Gru, which became my goal.

Eventually... I could barely visit Fortuna. Demonic activity was spiking there, and I worried that they would find Cerys through me and kill her.

I ended up making a ring from my power and body, something that I poured everything I knew into to keep her safe. I gave it to her proposing to her that day. I then said that I would no return until I had claimed my father's power and destroyed the source of the attacks. The ring would keep her safe, but only her.

I... raised the tower, and was trapped in hell... I last saw her when she was nineteen, a year from when she is now. I... do not know what happened to her, but your brother is searching with her help...

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus was silent for a moment just processing Vergils words. Then he spoke.*

I- I remember hearing my adoptive parents mentioning the tower while growing up.

Truthfully I assumed the relationship between my biological parent's was a horror story given what I am... It's relieving that my assumptions were wrong and I come from people who actually loved each other.

My dad told me a little bit of about the night I was taken in by them. I don’t know how much I wasn’t told though. Clearly things were left out.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

No, a cambion such as yourself and I can only be made through a loving relationship. I... was never explained the specifics, but from the thousands of... unions between devil and human, only those that happened with consent and joy bore fruit.

(Vergil said, before he paused Atreus' last words.)

Your... parents saw what happened?

[the-knight-witch]

Yes, they saw a woman who was being attacked by demons. They were able to get most of the demons but a couple got away taking the women with them.

I wouldn’t put it past them if they were the one to have separated me and Nero.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

This doesn't make sense, that ring should have protected her from... It would have hidden her, but not the two of you... I have not planned on having children, so I didn't make two extra items to protect the two of you from detection...

I don't believe they would have worked, since you hold the blood of sparta. But it may have helped hide her...

(He sighed... more and more he was wondering if the apparition of Cerys he had seen Mundus use was truly her and not just a fascimile as Trish had been.)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus wiped his thumb against his nose again. He sat up more straight and stared into the fire.*

Sorry…

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

You are not to blame. You wee only an infant. I am the one who left, even if my reasons were justifiable... But... with Cerys here now, that can change. We may be able to give her another chance. A chance for you and Nero to grow up together and with her.

(Vergil sighed, his pale eyes lost in the flames.)

You undoubtedly have questions. I will listen, and I will answer to the best of my ability.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus slouched back against the couch*

Did ever want kids down the line if things when the way you wanted?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I had... never given it serious thought. I had been running for over ten years by the time you were conceived. Cerys and I never had the chance to speak of it in depth aside from possible dreams.

I... suppose I did not envision myself with any, because being able to settle down enough to have children was a mere dream.

[the-knight-witch]

What were you guys like when you got time to be together?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil smiled softly.)

We would read to each other a lot. I tended to read her poetry, and she would read me fiction, usually mystery novels or high fantasy stories.

We often would talk about the meaning of poetry or some plot hook or other in her novels.

When she had no obligations and I was certain it was safe, I would have Yamato take us to distant places. She quite enjoyed the French Alps and the Forests of Scotland. We walked a lot, and hiked. When she didn't feel up to that, she would teach me board games.

She taught me many games, but she quite enjoyed the game of the goose. She always won, but... I was never mad. She was always so happy to manage to do so.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he ran his hand through his hair.*

My bio parents have a better relationship than my adopted ones. I would have never thought that.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil did not quite know how to respond to that. Did he apologize for Atreus having terrible adoptive parents? Did he tell him more of himself and his love? Did he stay silent? He didn't know Atreus well enough yet to decide. He ended up just being... quiet, watching Atreus with a patient stare, and as open of an expression as he could manage. Attention and an open ear was good in nearly any situation, right?)

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus sighed and decided he did not want to go into his adoptive parents issues now.*

How would you describe her? Cerys what’s she like?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil could not help but chuckle.)

You met her, albeit briefly... She is... she incredibly kind and understanding, yet she does not take any nonsense. She is stubborn and resilient. She is a self made woman, she built herself up and did not allow anyone to get in her way. That strength, that power, it is something I can only admire.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus hummed and nodded. He could understand what Vergil meant. He admires Helena for similar things.*

When you were on the run what was that like for you?

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It was... there was no stability. I second guessed everything because there was no one trustworthy. It was what made your mother all the more stunning, she became trustworthy in a world where I could trust no one.

I was never safe. Mundus had planted demons and human worshippers looking for me. Unlike Dante... I did not know to hide my name, to never use it. I did not try to hide who I was. I just ran. Demons would attack spontaneously, suddenly, uncaring of those in their wake. I was always in danger.

No one could protect me, no one was strong enough to. It was why I sought power, why I chose to do what I did. But... At one point, I lost my way, i forgot why I wanted power, why I was chasing it.

"Without power, you cannot protect anything, let alone yourself." That was the motto I had lived by. But... I have since learned that... that power without those to protect and share it with, is also a miserable existence.

[the-knight-witch]

Thank you for answering my questions. It means a lot to me.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

It is what you deserve. This and more.

(Vergil said, eyes still focused on the fire.)

You and Nero both deserve a great many things that I should have always provided for you.

[the-knight-witch]

You probably have questions also since you didn’t get to know me the typical way. I don’t mind answering somethings for you.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil tore his eyes from the fire, looking to Atreus in surprise. he had not expected such a kindness.)

Ah... well. I suppose I wanted to ask about your devil form. I saw that you had wings the day after met. They look rather different than Nero's. Would that be alright?

[the-knight-witch]

Umm… yeah they’re different. They’re not really “arm like” like how his are.



[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Yes, they seemed to have eyes. I... Have a form that also has many eyes. I had wondered if there was any similarity.

[the-knight-witch]

I would assume so since you’re my father.

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

I only gained that form long after you were born. I wonder if it came from my father, as I did not exhibit such features before.

(Vergil mused.)

If you are not opposed to it, I would like to see it. Nero's power was a sight to behold, I would be honored to see yours as well.

[the-knight-witch]

I- uh I don’t mind showing you my wings but I don’t know about everything else

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

Then you do not need to feel pressured to show me. While I may not understand why... I have been learning that Nero, and likely you, have grown in an environment where being your true selves always dangerous.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus let out a laugh as he stood up*

Yeah… I grew up in Catholicism with angelic parents, so definitely not safe.

*He moved over to spot with a little more room and summoned his wings.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil watched as his son pulled forth his wings. He was in all of their magnificence. His wings had been made for war, to fight. They had evolved in such a way that they could be removed with minimal pain after all the torture he had suffered. And yet, Atreus held no such burden.)

Your power... It is wonderful Atreus... just as new roses, yours is as equally breathtaking.

[the-knight-witch]

*Atreus awkwardly shifted on his feet. He wasn’t use to compliments, let alone compliments about his demonic side. Though deep down he was pleased by the compliment.*

Thank you.

*He stretched his wing out a bit more to let Vergil get a better look at them.*

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

(Vergil stood, and slowly approached. He did not touch, not without permission, but the awe in his eyes was clear.)

You have many similarities to your brother, yet you are so very unique.

[daddyissuesareveryreal]

is it a bad time to say i despise Christmas

[kyrie-spardaeleison]

May I ask why?