WOLF WARRIOR

[wolfskrieger]

⸻ WOLFSKRIEGER : an independent & selective immortal, cursed berserker ORIGINAL CHARACTER based on OWN LORE with influence from Germanic and Norse Mythology & Folklore.

study in : a loss of control and the consequences that come from it, learning to live with one's sins, the burden of never knowing death, living with immortality, the capability of great violence and turning away from it, gods taking justice into their own hands, the inability to rejoin one's family, adrenaline and death defying lifestyle to feel something, and accepting who one was and learning it isn't who one is.

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also found at : @becomelions, @m1dfielder, and @razorfst

[linewrk]

This isn't the time for an I told you so moment, but it's taking every fiber of his being not to say it. It's the anger, the frustration that makes him want to lay into Leon. The way Andrew is constantly the one to ask Leon if he's sure, if he's testing everything, if the stunt has been tested on stunt coordinators thoroughly, if he's thought about all the risks. Every time, Leon tells him the same thing. Everything will be fine, it's his career, he's been doing this for years.

And every time, Andrew is waiting on baited breath for it to be over.

It's not often that he's at the scene of it. Of course, it would be today that Andrew showed up to support him.

The smile does little to lull his worry, and while he knows he should leave this to the professionals, his concern greatly outweighs logic. He settles beside him, looking him over for anything alarming. He looks fine- on the surface, that is- but he can't help himself but to worry still.

"Are you sure?" Finally, he asks, perhaps more stern and alarmed than necessary but his heart rate has spiked and not come down since the first moment he saw something was wrong. "Fuck- Leon, I told you... Jesus, I- what were you thinking?"

[wolfskrieger]

Leon could practically hear the 'I told you so' when he smacked into the ground. Then again, it wasn't his first time getting hurt on a stunt and he had no doubt it wouldn't be his last. Such was the gamble when messing around with things like this. The only good thing was that it wasn't as bad as it could have been. Not that it would be any comfort for his friend. Leon didn't do anything without proper tests, his stunt coordinator, and his stunt guy doing it first. Everything was done to make sure it was safe and it had been. Leon had already done it a few times, it just so happened that this was the one he got hurt on. Maybe it was a good idea to not have Andy on set when he was filming a less than safe stunt.

That's the thought on his mind as he comes to, as he tried to comfort the other with a smile and a few words. Leon was alive after all and he was sure he'd be cleared to try again in a few days after the concussion wore off. "Yeah, yeah, I'm fine." Leon says with a small wave, hoping to push away the worry. "A concussion maybe and some bruising but I've had worse." Which wasn't a lie, he's seen the bone of his hand before. Smile falls at the other's words, growing somewhat serious as he lets out a sigh. "We had it all tested, I don't do stuff like this without that. I promise. But sometimes, shit like that happens. It's part of the risk." He shrugs, though he winces just slightly. "But I'm fine. I'm still in one piece."

[hellsurvivr]

#𝙿. 𝙱 ⸻ she had to give him one thing, his conviction behind his words, was powerful that she could feel it. and it was why there was a softness behind her chuckles. because well she couldn't argue against that. even if right now, she was in a place where she was both mellowed out mentally from her usual meds, and slightly high from the painkillers for her back. meaning her brain wasn't working on the same frequency as his. the one that normally had them bantering with each other in a way that no one else could keep up. their own personal little language. and had even her mother joking, that they were the same person in two bodies. amusing really, given how payne usually had her mom's blood pressure at dangerous levels, and she'd just accepted she was about to suffer the same from leon. [    kinda of worse though, given payne had to somewhat behave during football season.  ]  head tilts idly as she looks up at him, head shaking once showing no she was not surprised. in the slightest. before she hums softly in contemplation. ❛  hm, all i got was conducting energy and turning something bad into something good. before my brain said nah ....   ❜

her smirk is slow in it's appearance, as her words settle in the air. showing that yeah her brain had figured out enough of what he meant, that she'd processed and understood it. before giving up. and before she chose to clearly tease him over it all. hey it couldn't be helped. still, she can't help but chuckle softly, at his words as she hums deep in her throat. ❛  seems like more than a fair deal to me !!   ❜ leaning up slowly, making sure to not jolt her back given she was still on the road to recovery. and didn't need him telling her off for pushing herself too far. lips pressing softly against the curve of his jaw, the one thing she could reach without straining too much. before shrugging lithe shoulders. ❛  not really, just drawing ....   ❜ she mutters, reaching over to grab the half finished drawing she was doing of nanook. ❛  it's how he looked the other day, when mama was trying to teach him to stop jumping all over her for his treats !!   ❜ her mind able to conjure the image easily, and her hands working overtime to put it on paper. hence she was already on day two and it wasn't finished. [   well that and she kept getting distracted by other things without her even trying.  ] 

[wolfskrieger]

He knew, in reality, how nonsense that must sound bu saying it to her? She understood him better than most so why wouldn't this be something she could process? Though he knew it was rather hard, in general, to imagine where he was coming from. It was a different way of thinking, a new idea that he thought made sense in his mind and he meant it. That was obvious, there was nothing to hide from that and he was glad to at least see she was as understanding as she could be considering it did seem out of the blue to her. Though he also was glad to see she wasn't mocking him. That was probably the more important part of this. Even if, right now, she wasn't entirely her best she at least was still there for him to talk to and get his thoughts out. Despite it not making sense to her at times, he always needed some form of an outlet. A small chuckle leaves him before he shrugs. "Yeah I suppose that's a good way to look at what I said. Just that lions aren't everything in he saying, that's all. Potatoes aren't all bad either." So in a way she was right in her understanding, not surprising.

That at least made him feel better, that in the end this was all understood. The main message being caught and he nodded rather sharply at the fact because he enjoyed that feeling that despite it all she still understood him. Though her next works make him wave his hand, making it seem like it wasn't true. It wasn't entirely thought of in a long time but he still stood by his words. But it was enough about him, attention shifts to her now that the two were standing in front of one another. The soft kiss to his jaw did help settle him down, making a soft smile pull at his lips as he looked down at her. Attention then shift to the drawing, making the smile grow. "You are so talented. You know that?" Not that he hasn't told her before and he would continue to do whenever an opportunity arose. "Always amazes me what you can do." He says moving now to sit beside her. "How long as this taken?"

[summerxmelodies]

“The worst,” she agreed. “Nearly as bad as Gramps,” who was a well known regular of the club that struggled with keeping his hands to himself. He only got away with it because he was in his late 80s and tipped well. He was just a harmless old man trying to find some joy in life before the reaper came for him.

Speaking of, she needed to get with the other girls about the little birthday thing they were putting together for the old man.

“Oh yeah, you know me… I’m a creep.” Another joke, but she was still blushing softly in response to his tease. Maybe she did pay a little too much attention to Leon, but it was hard not to. He was handsome, but he was so much more than that. Funny, considerate, and a genuinely good guy. 

That wink made her blush deepen, heart fluttering as she tried desperately to focus on her food. She was losing that battle, badly. “Yeah,” and her voice sounded a little off to her ears so she reached for her tea to take a sip of it. Clearing her throat she tried again, nodding. “Yeah… I hate sitting around,” which was true, but she also was trying to avoid being at her apartment with her abusive boyfriend. Maybe one day she’d find the courage to escape him.

[wolfskrieger]

That got out a loud laugh from the blond as he sat back into his chair. The comparison was hilarious to those in the know, which so happened to be everyone who worked at the club. "Damn, I didn't know I was that bad. And I get away with it like him because...?" He wasn't as old looking as him, despite the fact he was over two thousand years old. Not that it was known but to them? He was no where near that man's age. Besides, he knew it was a joke. Leon kept his distance from the girls and only interfered when he had to. But she wasn't the only one who could tease, so easily the two were able to go back and forth with one another. It was refreshing.

"Oh a big creep, seems we are in this together." He says with a grin as he continued to dig into his food after returning to a more forward seated position once he'd regained his composure from the earlier laugh. And it was when he was eating that he thought he caught a blush from the other, it making his smile grow just a small amount. It was more subtle, something for him more than for her that she was reacting that way. But it reminded him as well, he couldn't get close to others. Not too close anyway. It was better for everyone that way. Still, he wasn't going to stop being himself either.

Though expression shifts to a more furrowed brow at the sound of her voice, the way she answered and looked more or less unsure and slightly off now that the topic of conversation went elsewhere. A slow nod took place as his answer before he leaned in a bit more. "You alright? Everything okay?" The blond asked, a look of genuine concern on his features as he kept hazel optics locked on her. "Something you need help with? I mean I get not liking sitting around but....and I hope you don't mind me saying this, you seem a little spooked? Maybe that's the word?"

[hellsurvivr]

#𝙿. 𝙱 ⸻ there was some hilarity to be had, in the fact she'd been the most sober one there. and had yet caused the biggest amount of chaos when she'd decided to step in. she'd come from a day of training and had been tired, and not really 100% in the mood for people. and not really 100% in the mood for people, hence the nap shed ended up having. and thus had enjoyed her silence for the most part, stopping her from suffering a sensory overload. but she'd also had conversations with people, every single one of them respecting her sobriety. and sure she'd struggled, given the scent of it in the air, and upon people's breaths. but she'd survived, and got to watch her man not only have fun, but also celebrate his hard work. [   but also indulge in one too many drinks, which had made her move of chaos, even the more hilarious in reality.  ]  she also knew with her memory, she'd forever get to cherish the sight, of him hitting his knees quicker than she' ever seen. fate and the roulette wheel allowing her challenge, an offer, turn from an obscure thought, to reality. the viral videos of the moment, some she'd even re-posted herself, only adding to the memory. ❛   i think i am beyond adorably hilarious ...   ❜

sliding off her seat, she goes to the cupboard which holds her meds. as well as the painkillers she keeps on hand, just in case her back gets too bad. reaching in she grabs the small bottle containing the tablets her mom swore by for headaches and hangovers, and that payne herself had used on multiple occasions the morning after, when she'd been drinking. padding back she sets it next to leon's cup, grinning in pure amusement up at him. as sure she was managing to contain her laughter, but there was no hiding it from her hazel hues. no it shined there like the brightest beacon. ❛  in m'defense baby, you told me to have fun. i did. and plus how, was i even supposed to know the number would land ....   ❜ she had no defence. she knew it, and it's why soft chuckles finally break free from her pierced lips. as she settles back in her chair, the stolen hoodie from the night before riding her thighs, as she reaches for her coffee. [   mostly as she wanted to use the cup as a barrier to hide her smile. that was only growing.  ]  a soft snort: flutters along her features, left hand now tapping against the cup, causing a soft clink from her ring. ❛  kinda expected you to change it in all honestly. moment i watched you hit the deck !!   ❜ and she nearly died laughing. but that was a whole other thing.

[wolfskrieger]

She was enjoying this the most, had been then and was currently now. There was no question in that, she wasn't even hiding it. Not that she probably could hide it if she tried, that was at least a fact he remembered from the night. Despite how he currently felt hungover, the specific detail of how the night ended was sharply in his mind. It was all her doing, something she had done to amuse herself and it had gained a lot more traction than he had expected. Then again, it was because the idea of it and the hope that despite all the odds that it would land on the number spoken aloud. Leon hadn't even thought it possible for it to land on the number and it was why he had let her declaration remain. However, everyone had been shocked but none more than Leon himself. The reaction not what she expected but one that he couldn't help and all of it replayed over and over in his head as he had taken he moments needed to get out of bed before joining her and speaking of the situation from last night. It was how he still knew how happy she was at the events she had caused. "Of course you think so." Leon replies with a shake of his head as hand lifts soon after to press at the temples to fight the oncoming headache. It doesn't stop him from explaining his next thought, the solution to the problem she had created. At least there was no protest, it seemed, from her on the idea to shift the reward.

Still, he watches her as she moves, brows furrowing further as he attempts to try and put together just what she was doing. He keeps hazel gaze narrowed slightly in curiosity and to fight the light of the morning. It wasn't until she placed the pills next to his cup that he started to understand. Without hesitation, the rapper took the pills in his hand and placed them in his mouth to be chased by water. He could only hope they would kick in soon enough. "You can laugh, I get it. You didn't think that would happen and now I gotta fix it." He says with another small glare as he sees the light in her eyes and the barely hidden smile that comes with her chuckle. "Yeah, yeah." He says with a wave of his hand as he started to move to begin making himself a cup of coffee to also help combat the headache and wake him up from the haze of a morning hangover. "You can't blame me from the shock of seeing it actually land, okay?" He says looking over his shoulder for a brief moment. "But yeah, money will be sent instead. I am not getting into a sauna with Nic and two strangers and it just being the four of us." He turns back around with cup in hand, a long sip soon following before eyes shut to take in the feeling of the coffee entering his system. "And I don't think you can blame me, despite it being your idea. Crazy lady."

[coeurdefoudremoved]

soft   laughter   scores   the   affectionate   embrace   ,   starlet   secure   in   her   perch   for   several   long   moments   before   hopping   down   with   a   kittenish   grin   .   ❝  i   loved   watching   the   process   ,   ❞   answers   truthfully   ,   dentition   sinking   into   the   swell   of   a   plush   lower   lip   .   always   a   privilege   to   see   her   love   in   action   ,   comfortably   in   his   element   creating   art   for   the   world   to   see   &   hear   .   ❝  i   just   wish   the   process   didn't   take   so   long   when   you   look   so   good   .   .   .   ❞   petite   digits   entwine   with   ink   laden   counterparts   –   always   a   perfect   fit   –   as   she   falls   into   step   beside   the   rapper   en   route   to   the   car   .   soft   kiss   ghosting   the   curve   of   his   bicep   ,   before   parting   to   slip   gracefully   into   the   passenger   side   .   ❝  okay   ,   so   where   does   this   shoot   rank   ?   ❞   queries   playfully   ,   elbow   resting   upon   the   center   console   as   a   closed   fist   supports   her   chin   .   hazel   hues   follow   the   german   down   into   the   driver's   seat   ,   curious   expression   cast   his   way   as   she   awaits   his   thoughts   .   ❝  did   you   love   it   as   much   as   all   of   your   crazy   ones   ?   ❞

[wolfskrieger]

That was the reaction he liked to see, her smile brightening his day whenever he got to see it. Slowly he helps let her down once she had gotten her fill of being in his arms, besides they had to get home at some point and that was now. "I could tell." Leon answers with a growing grin. "I like having you watch, though I can't say the same for the team." A chuckle leaves him and that was something he felt was obvious, not that he cared. Something that was rather obvious by his expression as he takes her hand in his. "I know, but hey if it is suppose to look good then it has to take some time." He says with a shrug while walking to his car. Always able to have a smile on his lips around her, it doesn't fade as he feels her lips against his bicep before the two have to slip into their respective sides of his car. Key is inserted into the ignition, letting the engine roar to life as she gives her question. A chuckle leaves him, knowing it was a good one and it makes him think with a brief furrow of his brow for a moment as he starts to back up and then drive off. "That is a really tough question." Leon starts to say. "I mean I like all my videos....but I don't know if it will top hanging from the cliff, standing near a volcano, or even standing on a plane. Those were just all amazing views."

[niratias]

It's true Mox and trouble are the dearest of bedfellows...but so is the little fact he's more perceptive than given credit for. That so much of his bluster is backed up with wit he keeps locked the hell away. It's a better weapon like that. Let them think he's a dumbass kid from the projects. Let them think he's nothing. Let him be overlooked, written off...he's come through hell, and he's going to keep going, no matter what it takes, no matter who all he needs to defer to while he prepares to take the climb of a lifetime again.

"No. Nobody saw me, and I made damn sure of it. See, I got this," he points to the photo, "before the fight. Started the fight a few blocks away on purpose to draw the heat, and I promise you- I fucking drew it." Impractical. Brash. Loud. American. And yet he did it in his own way. Every word is truth, and he'll hold to that, proud as ever.

"Best part? Keep the blame on me. Do what you need to do. But your trail to this guy's clear, and I'll stay out of your way for the duration unless you need my expertise again."

It's not exactly real trust, but the agreement between them is enough to make this old dog pull of plenty of new tricks. Gotta earn his keep somehow.

[wolfskrieger]

He was learning more and more how much trouble the other was, making him almost regret the choice he made. The deal, however, was something he couldn't back out of now. They were in this too deep and in a way they were working well enough together, even if it was stressing out the blond more than he would have liked. And Leon couldn't argue with results, it was all working out in his favor, though he was helping the other as well. It was the deal they made after all. But he had to make sure that they weren't going to be found out, that they weren't going to lose the lead they needed now that they had it all because the other was seen. So imagine his relief when the other answers, firm tone to it all as if to show he was confident in that answer. So he listens further, listens to what the other had to say to explain just what went down.

And in truth, it did make sense. The photo looked like it was before any form of fight took place. No one appeared hurt and so he had to relax just slightly. Brow arches, looking him over before slowly nodding as he understands further just what he was doing. It made sense, it did make it seem like he wouldn't be involved with an American. In the end, the other was smarter than he gave him credit for and that was something he wouldn't underestimate again. "Good, seems your planned may work then." Leon admits to the other. Though he didn't like that Mox would be taking some heat for it, more than planned. But Leon would do his best to make sure he didn't die on his watch.

"I see what you're doing." Leon answers after he thought on it for a moment. "Not that I like you being a target, it does help. I'll have one of my newer men shadow you, keep you alive if he needs to." There was on way he'd budge on that. "But in the meantime, I will be finding my target and it won''t take long now."

[summerxmelodies]

She was halfway out of her seat when he spoke and paused, hovering for a moment before slowly lowering herself back into her seat. “You swear?” she asked softly, hating how those two words made her feel so broken. She hated feeling like this; like a monster.

She didn’t want to hurt anyone, but was powerless to prevent such an outcome. At least, that’s how it felt. She’d yet to actually do any real harm to anyone, but the threat hung over her at all times. All it would take was the perfect storm and everyone would know what she was.

“I… don’t know how to keep going…” she admitted, avoiding his gaze. “I don’t know how to accept it and just… move forward with my life.”

[wolfskrieger]

Maybe it was a risk admitting that, letting her in partially to see that she wasn't alone. But he is realizing this was a risk he needed to take, he could see how badly this was weighing on her and it reminded him of himself. Especially early on in his curse. He straightens up, looking at her eyes and unwaveringly answered. "I swear." Because Leon did mean it, he meant it from the bottom of his heart and if he had a soul? Well, he'd mean it with that too. At least he assumed he didn't have a soul, not after what the gods did to him.

It breaks his heart to hear those words, something he had said to himself centuries ago. He had no choice to keep going, but he did try to do his best to make up for it all. He still did that to this day. Hand moves to rest on her shoulder, watching her a bit more before giving his own advice. "You keep going, you learn and adapt and do what you can to survive. No matter what, you try and do what you think is the best while surviving. In the end, that's all you can do but know you aren't alone in that. I'll be here. Even if you don't know me well, I do hope you can trust that."

[ahawkeyesview]

She appreciates his help, good help was hard to find and kind help was even more rare. He had been a blessing at their doorstep, strong and sweet, Clementine had a hard time parting with him most days as her being seemed to share the happy feeling when he was around. Something she wouldn't dig too deep on, but she would always be happy to see him.

"Careful, you might be here all day with that offer." she chuckled and nodded, "I would hope not and no, it's not at all. You have helped me so much lately and it's the least I could do for you. I fear I often ask too much of you."

[wolfskrieger]

He didn't mind offering a hand, it was something he liked to do. And maybe it felt like he was making up for past sins, even if that was something he'd never be able to make up for. He would work at it constantly. Not that she needed to know, she just needed to know who he was now. He made sure she wouldn't know, instead he was just going to live in the here and now with her. Well, as much as he could. That was something he could do but getting too close was something he wasn't going to allow. He couldn't, despite the feeling he had with her. A chuckle leaves him as head shakes. "I wouldn't mind, plus if it helps I do not mind it." Lopsided grin remains on his lips as he speaks but it doesn't take long before his head shakes. "You don't. I promise you that. So, don't worry too much, okay?"

[kit-just-kit]

(closed teeny evil verse starter for @wolfskrieger)

Unable to keep from pouncing on himthe second they got back in the car for the drive back to the villa, Kit didn't even mind that the brand new Dior dress she'd chosen to wear that evening now had smears of Franklin's blood on it from where Leon's hand had roughly grabbed at her. The sex had been totally worth some ruined couture - replacement dresses could always be found but experiences like that - all the fire and fizz and fury built up in her as she watched the enforcer, releasing like a explosion of the very best kind.

And now, dressed decently once again (as she always ensured there was something dry-cleaned and pressed hung in the small closet of the limo), she climbed out and was immediately in back-to-business mode.

"Shame that Paul didn't know the real name of whoever let him into my database.....I do hate all that type of shit, so very Eighties hacker movie. Anyway, I'll need you to find out which one of the tech-nerds it was so tomorrow, you can start working on them.....yes?".

[wolfskrieger]

With business finished, it doesn't take long to find himself wrapped around her. Not that he had been actively looking for it, he just knew how things went by now. Not that he was complaining, the way she was after seeing him work was something else and in the end it benefited the both of them. Hands wandered, feeling each other's skin on skin. It hadn't even occurred to him that he'd ruin her dress, not until it all was done and he could be of clear mind. That and seeing her change into an entirely new outfit. All he could do was clean off just enough and pull himself together before she had gotten out of the limo. Rolling his head from side to side, he followed behind and stepped out.

Feeling himself stretch just a little bit after the limo ride to the villa, it doesn't surprise him soon after how quickly she had moved on to business. Leon knew what this was, he didn't expect any emotion. She played into that darker side of his and he wasn't sure how he was feeling about that. After so long, he had done his best to not feed that side and yet here he was. "You want me to interrogate the tech guys?" Leon asked as his brow arched. "I don't know much about tech but I'll do my best and then work on what I'm actually good at."

[coeurdefoudre]

closed // mckinley & leon // hot people doin stuff // @wolfskrieger

❝  no   ,   you   cannot   take   the   brace   off   yet   !   ❞   giggles   pour   from   supple   brims   ,   digits   swatting   inked   out   counterparts   away   from   the   still   healing   joint   .   it's   been   several   weeks   since   the   initial   injury   –   &   since   the   rapper   had   been   so   bold   as   to   ask   her   on   a   date   on   day   one   of   physical   therapy   ;   nearly   inseparable   by   the   home   stretch   of   his   recovery   .   &   though   his   sessions   have   moved   out   of   the   professional   setting   &   into   the   small   home   gym   of   the   physio   ,   has   been   nothing   less   than   thorough   with   her   treatment   of   the   appendage   .   fingers   entwine   with   those   of   the   german   ;   an   act   of   enraptured   affection   ,   as   well   as   insurance   that   he   won't   reach   for   the   velcro   straps   .   lips   sought   out   to   claim   for   her   own   ,   melts   eagerly   into   the   gesture   until   forced   to   part   for   oxygen   .   ❝  a   few   more   days   ,   baby   .   .   .   we   just   have   to   wait   for   your   xray   next   week   ,   okay   ?   if   there's   no   more   damage   then   you   can take it off , &   go   right   back   to   doing   all   of   the   stupid   ,   dangerous   stunts   you   want   .   ❞

[wolfskrieger]

He was getting impatient, something that was rather obvious if one knew him well enough. She had gotten to that point by now, she knew he wasn't one to sit still and he wasn't about to claim he was a good patient. But his hand stopped moving when she spoke up, his shoulders falling slightly as he gave her a look. "Come on, hasn't it been long enough?" In truth he knew the answer to that already but he wasn't about to lose the shot that maybe she'd say yes. Of course that hadn't been the case, she'd been very good about his healing ever since they met. Though he'd been bold the day they met, he couldn't help him, because once more he couldn't risk something slipping away. It had worked out, clearly, because they were here together. And she knows exactly what he'd still try to do, judging by how she takes his hand in her's to pull his away. The kiss was another added distraction but one he would welcome just the same but it was also done to soften the blow that her answer gave as she pulled away. "Fine, fine, I'll leave it." Leon answers, relenting to her words. "I will happily go back to doing my stunts when I have a knee at full strength again. I do hate moving around with it on in general though." He points out. "Can you blame me?"

[wcrriorhearts]

Even before the war had ruined her family, Elaena had been weary of strangers. Coddled by both parents and siblings, she had always preferred to stay away, rather hiding behind Luke or Rhaena when unfamiliar people were around, instead of engaging in conversations with them. The war had only solidified her conviction to avoid everyone who might cause her harm, though that hadn't worked well with the slavers. Now she was cornered by this hulking mercenary in an alleyway and Elaena considered whether to run or accept that she would not be able to shake him off easily anyway. He was twice her size and had more muscles than she had ever seen on a man, so she doubted she would get far. But he had not advanced, nor made any attempt at grabbing her, which was a small mercy. Still, she would not trust him.

The little girl frowned slightly when he offered his own cloak and hesitantly took it, because she was indeed cold. She quickly snatched it from his hand, almost expecting him to catch her wrist and drag her to him, but he didn't. Naturally the cloak was far too big for her and dragged on the ground, but it was warm and oddly comforting. Though the days in Essos were scathing, the nights turned cold quickly and Elaena's flimsy remnants of a formerly beautiful dress were not enough to keep out the chill. His offer of food caught her attention immediately, because she was starving and couldn't even remember the last time she ate. "I am hungry", she conceded quietly, edging a little closer. The slavers had not bothered with feeding their possessions, so the hollow pit that used to be her stomach growled at the mere idea of food.

[wolfskrieger]

He was trying to his best but he knew why she'd be hesitant. How could he blame her? After what she had been through, getting captured by slavers who had every intention to gain a profit off of her. It was frightening, she didn't know this place and she was so far from home. The blond could understand, his home long destroyed and his people scattered and practically left to handfulls within their new homes since the days of old. Knowing how that felt, how everyone seemed scary and dangerous to her, he tried to make himself look smaller. A hard task for someone his size but he was doing his past, that and showing he meant no harm as much as possible. Distance at least reasonable but enough so she wouldn't entirely slip away from him because he couldn't risk that. She needed to get home and it seemed that may fall to him. Part of getting her trust was trying to give her things she hadn't had for some time, the first was warmth. Cloak handed over and nearly snatched in a blink of an eye but he couldn't blame her. However, he didn't make a move and remained where he was.

With what words left his lips next, he could see how much that had caught her attention. Food was lacking and he could practically hear her stomach growling with the absence of it. "Alright, alright." He says slowly moving to the pack at his side to pull out a few pieces of dried beef. It wasn't much in the moment but he couldn't exactly take her into a place to grab food just yet. She didn't trust him and gaining that trust was the first step before any movement could be made to leave the alley. His first goal trust, then making sure she was safe and away from those who would no doubt be looking for her soon. "It isn't much right now but it's something." He says softly, hand holding out the food for her to take while the other remained by his person but in her view.

[thelasttimeiswear-realmythsmoved]

Esme nods at his words. "Well, if you ever do need anything, I'm here." She offers, genuinely. Esme is not the type to force the issue. But if he ever does need help, she'll gladly offer it.

"Thank you," She replies when he says he supposes he'll take her word for it. "Oh, it's no problem." It comes naturally to Esme, she supposes. But she does appreciate the gratitude he had expressed. "Thank you. That's very kind of you." She adds, still smiling brightly at him.

[wolfskrieger]

There's a small nod at the other, understanding what she meant but finding it interesting she was ready and willing to help someone she didn't know that well. Then again, he did the same with others just differently. It was nice to see, though he wasn't about to tell her anything with him. Maybe there needed to be more people like that, but he wasn't the kind to just unload his thoughts and feelings. It was especially had to talk about his situation and so he chose not to. "You're welcome." He says with a small smile. "Not to be rude or anything, but is that something you really like doing?"

@realmyths

[coeurdefoudre]

closed // harper & leon // @wolfskrieger liked for a starter !

it   was   supposed   to   be   an   anniversary   gift   ,   to   bring   him   along   after   receiving   the   tip   from   a   colleague   .   radar   had   detected   an   item   just   a   few   feet   below   the   current   level   of   the   dig   ,   likely   a   hair   piece   belonging   to   leon's   late   wife   .   she'd   been   so   excited   to   unearth   the   relic   with   her   love   by   her   side   ,   to   hand   over   the   comb   to   the   hands   of   the   german   &   claim   it   was   never   found   .   a   token   of   appreciation   for   all   that   his   is   ,   all   that   has   come   before   her   presence   in   his   life   ;   instead   two   pairs   of   concentrated   optics   watch   it   lift   from   the   soil   –   &   crumble   apart   in   her   hands   .   ❝  no   .   .   .   ❞   panic   clear   within   quivering   timbre   ,   elfin   digits   ginger   as   they   lift   a   broken   segment   – only   to   witness   near   disintegration   as   it   falls   apart again   ,   leaving   a   single   decorative   crystal   wrapped   in   crumbling   twine   in   its   place   .   ❝  no   ,   no   ,   no   !   ❞   frantic   now   in   her   movements   ,   scrambling   to   save   any   piece   of   the   accessory   as   saline   wells   behind   fluttering   lashes   .   determined   to   preserve   even   the   smallest   ounce   ,   thwarted   by   fate   with   every   effort   .

❝  it's   supposed   to   be   in   one   piece   ,   it's   made   of   bone   !   ❞   throat   tightens   with   the   strain   of   anguished   speech   ,   clawing   at   the   ground   as   though   such   would   bring   back   the   relic   lost   to   time   .   ❝  i'm   sorry   ,   ❞   sobs   violently   as   slender   biceps   strain   with   repeated   movement   ,   forelimbs   weak   by   the   time   he   finally   pulls   her   back   .   apologies   repeated   with   trembling   shoulders   ,   tense   within   tattooed   embrace   as   he   attempts   to   reassure   her   .   ❝  i   fucked   it   up   ,   i   didn't   know   it   was   so   –   i'm   so   sorry   ,   ❞   chokes   out   weakly   ,   at   last   collapsing   into   the   arms   of   her   boyfriend   &   allowing   the   tears   to   take   hold   .   ❝  i   should   have   put   some   kind   of   stabilizer   down   there   ,   or   dug   around   it   ,   or   .   .   .   fuck   ,   i'm   so   sorry   .   ❞   this   one   directed   not   to   leon   ,   but   skyward   toward   the   original   owner   .   a   sense   of   shame   for   even   conceiving   the   idea   ,   for   attempting   to   retrieve   for   personal   reasons   an   item   he'd   likely   gifted   to   his   wife   .   ❝  i'm   sorry   ,   gisila   .   .   .   i'm   so   sorry   ,   i   just   wanted   .   .   .   i'm   sorry   .   ❞

[wolfskrieger]

It wasn't normally like him to come here when things were well, when things were happy, but she had insisted and so he went along. He wasn't entirely sure what was going on, why she was so intent on digging around the site and the area he knew had been the bloodiest part of it all. This was where he had killed his family, those he truly loved. It always was going to way heavy on his heart and mind, there was no denying that, but she was at least helping him with all of that. Bringing their faces back to memory was one way. Though he knew it would never bring him true forgiveness, it was something. They weren't just shells he mourned. It was why it hadn't been as hard to convince him to come, why he stood back and watched her work with a skill he wouldn't have. But it hadn't resulted in the reaction he had expected from her. The whispered no, the way she moves to try and get almost more of something in her hands before its gone again to history. "Schatz..." He says softly, wondering if his words would reach her to help pull her from what had upset her so much. He moves just slightly to get closer, get a better look, and yet he still comes up empty. Instead she just gets more frantic and they couldn't have that.

"Hey, hey..." He says softly again, wrapping large and tattooed arms around her to pull her away from the ground. Tearing through it would do nothing and if anything make others suspicious of what she was doing and they couldn't have that. Brows are furrowed in concern, wanting to understand just what was going on here. Of course he picked up that it was something pertaining to him but that was the rather obvious part. "Hey you don't need to apologize." Leon's voice was calm, remaining soft to keep her grounded and hopefully prevent her from being further upset. He holds her tight as she goes on, still not entirely understanding but being there for her all the same. It wasn't until she shifts away just a bit from his arms does he pull slightly back. He sees her looking up to the sky, his hands lifting soon after to cup her face so she could look at him. "You're sorry to her? Why?" He moves his thumbs gently to wipe away the tears. "Were you looking for something of her's?" Leon wanted to understand further but he knew those questions had to wait just a bit more for her comfort. "You don't have to apologize, you've done so much for her already. You told her story. That's all I've wanted but couldn't do.....It's okay, I know she wouldn't be upset with you..."

[coeurdefoudre]

closed // sabri & leon // family things inspired by the gif // @wolfskrieger

a   common   picture   of   the   newly   blended   family   ,   luna   cuddled   up   in   the   master   bedroom   as   the   mafioso   reads   everyone   a   story   .   chloe   opts   to   sit   at   the   end   of   the   bed   ,   though   lately   it   seems   she's   been   enjoying   the   time   together   more   &   more   .   a   preferable   outcome   in   the   end   ,   that   she   would   begin   to   cherish   memories   made   together   ;   particularly   given   the   surprise   with   which   the   parents   hope   to   bring   everyone   closer   together   .   ❝  i   love   the   disney   books   ,   ❞   hums   contentedly   as   leon   finishes   the   last   page   ,   digits   running   softly   through   the   tousled   mane   of   their   youngest   .   acting   career   put   to   the   ultimate   test   ,   as   she   feigns   a   timbre   of   subtle   nonchalance   .   ❝  don't   you   girls   wish   we   could   step   inside   one   of   these   stories   ?   ❞   visage   of   false   contemplation   ,   earthen   hues   flicker   up   to   meet   hazel   opposites   as   a   puckish   smirk   begins   to   twitch   the   margin   of   plush   brims   .   ❝  what   about   you   ,   babe   ;   can   you   think   of   anywhere   we   could   go   to   meet   some   real   life   princes   &   princesses   ?   ❞   index   &   thumb   caress   the   curve   of   her   chin   ,   attempting   in   vain   to   stifle   a   laugh   .   but   the   girls   have   begun   to   exchange   looks   of   giggly   excitement   ,   prompting   a   grin   of   her   own   as   doe   eyes   flicker   from   daughter   to   daughter   .   ❝  you   girls   better   go   get   packed   for disney world ,   huh   ?   but   first   give   leon   a   hug   ;   he   made   this   happen   as   soon   as   i   suggested   it   .   ❞

[wolfskrieger]

Leon never thought he'd be found here like this, at least not for some time. He wasn't sure why but he hadn't seen anything like this in a future for himself. Maybe it was because he was partially so absorbed into his work that he only went up for air to scratch an itch. But then he met her and it all just fell into his lap, something that all came so naturally almost out of no where. It was how he found himself reading a children's book to all three currently on the bed with him. Though that was coming to an end as he finished the last page, attention shifting from the words to look at the girls and then Sabri at his side. "They aren't bad." He says with a small chuckle and shrug. Of course that wasn't going to be the end of the conversation, this all leading to a surprise for the girls that would no doubt make their young lives. Brow arches at her words, a small look of confusion to go along with her acting. After all it was meant to keep them on their toes even as he answered. "I mean, thee are a few places in mind...." He says as if acting think he might have a choice in which place when the answer was already solidly booked and in place. Her words next, giving the answer away, made the two nearly leap onto the mafioso. Tattooed arms lift with a laugh as they come at him and pull them into a tight hug before letting them go. "None of us have been so why not go together, hm?" He says with a small grin. "Besides, it was your idea. And they can pack in the morning, it's a little late now to pack, Schatz." He moves from the bed and in turn adjusts his arms around the girls to carry them to their bedrooms. "They need some sleep first."

[leatherforhell]

Hey, he's more amiable than she expected. That's always nice. It occurs to her she's only ever seen him when he's working-- being a bouncer doesn't exactly encourage friendliness. She tosses a wink his way and then hops up onto a table with ease. It's one of those tiny ones that you have to stand at, but it doesn't dare rock under her weight.

It doesn't take long to find the problem. There's something attached. Clara picks it from the light fixture with a frown and studies it.

"Well, that's... new." She notes. "Any reason you can think of why people who would be installing secret cameras?"

[wolfskrieger]

He had no reason to be unfriendly, she hadn't given him a reason to be anything else but nice. Besides, she was even here to help and that alone was something that showed she wanted nothing more than to be on good terms. Staying nearby, he leaned against the wall to watch as arms crossed over his chest. "I could have gotten you a ladder, you know?" Leon says with a chuckle and a shake of his head. But he doesn't stop her, just standing by in case he was needed but he hoped he wasn't in a bad way.

Though what came next hadn't been something he anticipated. Of course he knew why the camera was there, well a suspicion of why. A heavy sigh leaves him, wondering how he had been found that quickly. "To be creepy, stalk maybe?" He shrugs, not exactly ready to admit that he had people actually stalking him for the reason he was here. Being immortal had those who really wanted to see it for themselves. "I don't even know when they would have gotten in here or how."

[rvndrkhlme]

SHE HESITATES . . . . okay , maybe she was being a little harsh . he DID help her , after all . that should count for something . look , she's still running on adrenaline from almost dying . can anyone blame her ?

she crosses her arms over her chest . ❝ you said you wanted information . what kind of information . ❞

[wolfskrieger]

Going in blind to help hadn’t been the issue, he was happy to do it when someone needed it. In hindsight, he should have know what it might mean but sometimes his instincts overtook thought. He sighs, hand lifting to run over blond hair before letting his arm fall back to his side. “Just wanted to know who they were so if they come back I can handle it. That’s all.” It was an honest answer, he had no idea who they were and maybe he needed to know in case he needed to leave. Again.