Arista

Sein Academy(Fantasy Roleplay)

"I think we'd all but like that." James replied with a faint twitch of his lips, his own eyes scanning the approaching trees. Although his hands were in his pockets and his posture screamed relaxed, he was anything but that and was ready to react if need be. The air slowly cleared away of humans and food, revealing the familiar comfort of trees and far off water.

Not that they could enjoy it much. The walk was quiet with only the sound of nature filling the void, their steps silent despite the fallen leaves decorating the ground. It was like a calm before a storm and it set Enna's teeth on edge, Athena all but glued to her side. Straight paths began to morph slowly into hills and steep inclines, the scent of water and pine thickening the more they traveled. Stopping for a break sometime later felt like a bad idea by it needed to happen, they weren't at full capacity yet despite the strong front they insisted on showing. Food was passed around and a small fire courtesy of the twins lit the darkness around them, not that it helped much to chase away the feeling of eyes on them.

The first issue arose when the forest opened up into a clearing with a large lake in the middle, with no other alternate route allowing them passage. Handing off Athena who was all but falling asleep to Adrian, Enna stepped forward and set a foot along the water. Only for all hell to break loose when spikes of earth split the ground, followed by a wall of water rising to meet the mwet them as well. Snarling out a growl as she back flipped away, Enna allowed her eyes to flare blue with the wolf to see where their attackers were.

Except whoever they were didn't give them much of a chance to collect themselves, attacks came fromy every direction without pause. And the problem was that neither of them could really fight back, exhaustion of overuse of their powered drastically hindering them. They were being pushed back while also being herded closer together, and that infuriated her. Her head as well as the twins' shipped around when they heard the sound of high-pitched laugher, a hyena slowly walking out from the trees. It's fur was ink black with rocks hovering around it, a hiss followed and they watched as a dragon with navy-blue scales emerged from the water. The hoot of an owl came with shadows dancing around it as it flapped its wings, and a lion with pure-white fur followed with vines wrapped around its body. These were the ones watching them, all shifted and at full power. Enna felt her body shudder with the need to shift and fight, but she knew that would only end in disaster. With a swallow and a sharp inhale she's moving forward, thankful for the water even as she releases some of her magic. The air thickens with mist immediately, with needles added in that shoot forward. "Go!" Is her only word before she's turning away, the sounds of pained cries filling the air as the needles no doubt pierce into skin.

They need to move, and quickly.

@SomeoneSomewere

Nightmare Unwritten

Dinner came and went without a hitch, by the time she reached her room Rayne was all but swaying on her feet. Hiding an injury was hard enough with someone as sharp as her brother, but she'd managed somehow. A moment of panic had stolen her breathe away when she remembered her boldly clothes, though it went away when she saw that the rain had washed it away. Now as she stood in her room she found herself swaying, pain radiating down her right arm in waves that had her stomach rolling.

Ignoring it as best she could she moved towards nher in suite bahroom, intent on keeping her normal routine as best she could. Once her teeth were brushed she moved towards her dresser, hands slightly shaking as she searched for pajamas to wear. The rain hadn't stopped and the constant tapping against her window was like a lullaby, but sleep wasn't her friend anymore. Once dressed comfortably Rayne checked the stitches one final time, before sitting down at her desk to begin her homework.

Losing herself in the rythmic pattern of doing whatever she had to, she felt the last bit of tension along her shoulders fade. Between one Algebra problem and the next time slipped away from her, and sleep pulled her under its depth without her even knowing. Not that it lasted long, this week alone she'd on managed eight sparadic hours within six days.

Waking up with a jolt and a scream lodged within her throat, Rayne squeezed her eyes shut tight enough to hurt. It was the same foggy dream as always but it was morphing, slowly beginning to come into focus. Ears still echoing with muffled screams she didn't understand, Rayne pushed up from her seat and began to pace. Tired mind trying to connect the dots between what was slowly sharpening in her dream, with what happened today. Pace slowing until she was just standing in front of her window, heavy eyes focused on the water-splattered glass. With a sigh she grabbed her phone and headphones, before sitting down on her windowsill seat with blankets and pillows scattered about. With her back against a mound of pillows, Rayne settled in to greet the morning with little sleep once more. Fingers absently touching along her screen for a few moments, before the soft sound of piano notes began to play in the silence.
@SomeoneSomewere

Sein Academy(Fantasy Roleplay)

The inside was warmer then outside, and what better was the immediate muffling of the crowded sidewalk when the door closed behind them. The scents that met her nose were softer inside, floral but also spicy. She could feel Athena curiously glancing around, though she made no move to get down."Let's split up and find any clothes that we'll need." She murmured softly, before stepping forward towards a rack.

While she ran warmer than those around her, with her control over ice her skin tended to feel freezing. Athena didn't seem to mind one bit as she snuggled close, answering any questions Enna asked in regards to what she wanted. Jason held their combined clothes since her own hands were full, not that he really seemed to mind. James was no doubt searching for more items for them to wear, there was just one issue and it was only dawning on her now. She couldn't see shoes and those were a necessity, and it had her eyes narrowing in dissatisfaction. Until she felt small fingers tapping along her jaw, and her gaze was averted from the racks she'd been absently glaring at towards the far back.

"Should I change at once?" Were the soft words spoken, Enna could note a hint of unease and reluctance but said nothing. The clothes that has been settled on were a pair of jeans with a white blouse, with a black jacket and boots to complete it. This wouldn't be a regular happenstance but for now it was alright, being on the run was enuygh of a challenge. Once they were all done did they move as one towards the front desk, where an elderly woman stood behind with a book in hand. Her stomach lurched painfully at just how similar she looked like her grandmother, she allowed now of that to show however.

"Ready, dears? My don't you look adorable!" The woman praised gently, which had Athena ducking her head and hiding behind Adrian in embarrassment. Paying was a quick and easy process, and soon they were outside once more. This time wearing thicker coats so those few people would stop staring, Enna had even bought a new pair of boots just in case.

"East? We'll end up walking trough forest toward the next town but really I'd take it over the city road." Was her offer in terms of direction, the map they'd bought had shown several forest-based roads. As they drew further away from the town did she feel her skin begin to crawl, her eyes scanning the nearing trees apprehensively.

@SomeoneSomewere

Nightmare Unwritten

The question drew Rayne's attention from the muted world she'd been observing, her own eyes closing as embarrassment settled into her gut. Before she could speak however she noticed other signs that something had happened, the beginning of a swollen eye as well as cuts along pale fingers. Licking her lips she gave the girl a fee moments to try to piece herself together, before softly whispering out her adresss. When they began to move once more, Rayne glanced out her window once more to keep from blatantly staring at the other girl.

Her home was modest in size with brick walls, two stories in height with the forest surrounding in on all sides. The driveway was vacant of her parents cars and only held Samuel's, her own was still in the shop it seemed. Essa began to whine softly as they neared home, and Rayne could feel some of the tension in her shoulders lessen at the familiar sight. When the car came to a stop she saw the front door open to reveal her brother, a smile pulled her lips up as she opened her door.

"Thank you...and drive safe." Was all that she could manage to say, a spike of unease filing her chest at the thought that the other would have to return to whatever had happened. With her book bag in hand she reached inside to pet Leo once more, before stepping back with Essa taking off towards the porch. "I'll...be seeing you." She added before offering a half-wave of her good hand, turning away to head inside. Samuel met her with his arms wide in what is their customary greeting, her face tucking into the curve of his neck as he hugged her close.

"I have a new recipe I want to try. Inside, inside." He sang out excitedly even as he squeezed her once, she snorted in what she hoped would hide her slight wince of pain. The rain hadn't fully let up one bit, exhaling she pushed away from the warmth of her brothers arms to head inside. Out of her periphery she saw the wave Samuel offered Adrienne, before her attention was diverted to untying her boot laces. The sheer warmth she could feel the moment she walked into her own front door made her shudder, because the brunettes home hadn't held any she realized. It was a home where people lived but it held no memories within, like an abandoned project or something. It made her chest ache in a way it had never done before, sympathy but also anger coursing through her body. Before she could do something like storm off or punch a wall, Samuel had her wrist and was leading her towards the kitchen.

@SomeoneSomewere

Nightmare Unwritten

She wasn't sure how she went from standing by the front door, to being gently but pushed into the passengers seat. Time felt distorted and that could only be from how weak she was, her heavy eyes tracking the girl as she all but ran back into her home. The pure panic she'd seen when moments ago her expression had been blank, had her chest tightening. She knew that the world wasn't all kind gestures and encouragement, that it had its ugly side as well. Though her vantage point was blocked by the confines of the car, she just knew that something was happening inside.

Rayne nearly hit the ceiling when a phone began to ring in the silence, her arm immediately flaring in pain at the sudden motion. It took her several minutes to realize that it was her phone, and several more to turn around to search for her bag. Essa was curled up but vigilant, with a swallow she pulled out her phone with slightly trembling hands. The screen read Samuel and it had her nervously licking her lips, before her thumb swiped along the green arrow to answer.

[i]"Oh, good you answered. Where are you?"[i] Her elder brother asked curiously, no doubt already home. Rayne wasn't proud of lying but this was one occasion where she would have to, closing her eyes she answers him.

"School let out early due to this crazy storm. I stayed behind for a bit to finish up one of my art projects that's due on Friday." It wasn't a full lie since she did have a project due, but she'd finished it weeks ago. Her brother hummed softly from his end, the faint sound of a door closing could be heard.

"Do come home, little artist. I've decided to make dinner to give you a break, but I need my sous chef. And our vacuum...speaking of which where is Essa? I whistled for her but she didn't come." His tone is confused now and she can imagine his pout, despite being older by a year Samuel had this childish side to him. Snorting Rayne settled back against her seat, head tipping back even as she watched the garage door wearily.

"I'll be home soon, just a few last minute touches. As for where Essa is, no doubt she's hiding in one of our secret dens until this fully passes." Her attention is drawn immediately towards Adrienne when she sees the girl all but bolt out from the door, her eyes landing on the patch of slowly coloring skin along a pale cheek. "Hey, Sam? A friend of mine is offering me a ride home, so I'll be there soon. Don't start cooking without me!" She adds before unceremoniously hanging up, just as the door opens and the other girl slips inside.

There's a tense silence for a few beats before the car engine roars to life, Rayne finds herself having to bite her tongue to keep from saying anything. What would she even say in regards to the bruise slowly forming, they aren't exactly friends despite what's happened over the last three hours. So no words are spoken, she forces her eyes to look out the window instead of the color spider-webbing outward along pale skin. @SomeoneSomewere

Sein Academy(Fantasy Roleplay)

"No." Jason murmured from his spot on the floor, long limbs curled together. James had perked up at the mention of getting the pup more clothes, though his eyes were narrowed there was no heat to his words. Considering their upbringing neither really have anything to their names, until now where they had things that they'd bought. Yes the money wasn't there's since it belonged to Enna but the thought was still there, and out of the twoof them James loved collecting things.

"Come now, brother. We all need warmer clothes anyway, winter isn't that far off." James stated sith a pout on his lips that was half fake, it had Jason rolling his eyes in fond exasperation. His younger brother was right of course not that he needed the ego boost, but he did make a good point. Just as his lips parted to fire off a sarcastic reply about 'having special abilities and being able to shift', peals of quiet laugher stole his attention.

"Enough of your dramatics, twins. Now let's pack up and get ready to go." Enna instructed with an arched brow, hands holding the child even as she continued to giggle. She watched as both shared a grin before offering her a quick salute,before rising to their feet to do as she said.

By the time lunch came around they were all set, the only last thing to do was buy a fee née items of clothing for them all. They could pass for students exploring anew town on school break, the only difference was that they didn't have the luxury of relaxing with the possibility of being watched. They'd spent some time introducing themselves to Athena as well as introducing Athena to the twins. Now as they moved down the hallway their little charge clung to Enna, her frame covered by the smallest shirt and pants they had. Exiting the hotel wasn't that hard of a task, the real issue came when they stepped foot onto the street. The sidewalks were filled with people and food vendors, the assault of noise and scents had Athena flinching before she pressed closer along Enna's back.

"Clothes, let's go." The twins stated in unison, violet eyes scanning the crowd and store fronts. As one they all moved forward, silent and with a goal in mind. The feeling of eyes along her back had Enna narrowing her eyes, grip on Arhena's legs tightening before relaxing. The sooner they finished the better, thankfully the store they were nearing had racks of clothes within. @SomeoneSomewere

Nightmare Unwritten

Her hands accepted the offered items without hesitation, though she made no move yet to really fill her stomach. She was curious and a bit sad to notice how bare this single room looked, while spotless it seemed to lack the warmth that filled her own home. Glancing around her mind fills in the gaps with what her own living has in it, and it makes her chest ache. With a slow shake of her head, Rayne uncaps the bottle before bringing it to her lips. Talking slow slips of water, Rayne can't help but allow her mind to wander.

There was no fireplace that held a propped up TV, nor was there a coffee table in front of twin sofas with a recliner tucked in beside the window. No carpet decorated the wooden floor, and no pictures lined the walls. Setting down the bottle she lifts the gronola bar, having to use her teeth when her fingers prove to be to shaky. Her mind flashes back to the nearly invisible smile she'd seen, and it made her chest ache in a way she couldn't explain.

No other words were spoken between them for the longest time, the only sound that filled the air was the rain and thunder from outside. The water and bar gave her back some energy, and with it Rayne settled her legs over the edge of the couch to properly sit up. Her eyes focused on on the way her right side was all be drenched in blood, and just how ashen her skin looked. Exhaling softly she settled her hands along her sides, before pushing herself up to her feet.

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By the time the storm began to slow, Rayne was fighting to keep her eyes open again. Time felt endless when you were forced to stay still, and it bothered her. There was no clock to offer a time and her bag was nowhere within reach, she hadn't moved much honesty but it felt good to be up. If she had to guess it was almost four, which meant Samuel would be home soon from his shift at the local bookstore. "I...think it'd be best if I go now." She states into the silence, glancing at Adrienne before focusing on the front door. "If you'd be willing to offer me a ride home I'd be grateful." She adds before taking a step forward, wincing when the action jars her arm. Cooking dinner will be a challenge seeing as its her dominant hand she uses, so will everything really but she'll manage. Somehow.

Though she feels somewhat alright in Adrienne's presence, they are virtual strangers and it's clear that the other girl isn't much of a talker. Not that she is in all honesty, but there feels to be like a wall surrounds the other girl that's meant to keep others at a distance. Making her way towards the front door, she heard Essa follow her as her fingers wrap around the handle, @SomeoneSomewere

Sein Academy(Fantasy Roleplay)

"We'll have to keep moving from town to town. If we have shadows flowing us I can see how inconvenient that'll be but it may force them to act." Enna replied softly, hands never once stilling as she pet along soft fur. The truth was despite how tired she felt the thought of being followed had her nearly vibrating out of her skin. The wold in her balked at the idea, the alpha she was detested others endangering her pack.

Athena's ears twitched with each new voice that spoke, her eyes half-lidded as she fought against sleep brought on post her meal. Hearing the words 'shift back' had her fur bristling, because she can't remember what it was she looked like. Her mind is hazy when she tries to think about how she ended up where she currently was, it was nwar blank when she tried to remember how she'd ended up in a room full of other kids that smelled of werewolf. Slowly everyone else gets up and settles in to eat, none of them force her to hurry as she tries to calm her racing heart. She isn't sure how much time has passed when the first tingle travels down her spine, followed by another and another still.

Enna can feel both twins and Adrian watching discretely as Athena begins to twitch, the telltale sign of shifting bones beneath her hands all she needs to see really to know it's happening. Children have the hardest time controlling their shifts in general, in this case fear and injury are no doubt playing a part in why it's such a slow process. Minutes pass by as the small pup in her hands slowly recedes, and a little girl is slowly

Pale skin is what first appears from beneath white-grey fur, followed by long slender limbs that twist and flinch. Ink-black hair spills down over too pronounced shoulders, her hands never once stopping their gentle petting. The last part to change is always the hardest, and this is no exception. Soft whines are filling the air but no one makes a move to intervene, despite how they want to comfort. Her little heart is beating much too fast and her scent is souring with each second that goes by, Enna leans forward until she's all but covering the newest addition to the group. "So close, little warrior. Just relax and breathe slow for me? That's it, no one's going to hurt you again. Not while any of us are breathing, okay? That's it. So close. Don't rush." Her were are an endless stream, her eyes intent on the muzzle that's slowly fading away. A small round face finally emerges, with a small button nose and slightly gaunt cheeks that speak of a lack of proper feeding.

"H-hello." Are the first words spoken into the air in some time, the tone is weak and slightly trembling but it's there. Enna sits up fully and reaches for a bee towel that's stiff with unuse, not really sure who handed it to her but content to wrap it around the thin frame that now sits in her lap. People will no doubt wonder who's child she is, but for now Enna can't much bring herself to care. @SomeoneSomewere

Sein Academy(Fantasy Roleplay)

Enna awoke to restless wiggling and the sense that something was wrong, her eyes slowly opening to be met with muted sunlight. Swallowing she glances down to the wiggling mass of a wolf pup, only to find blue-green eyes already focused on her. Athena settles when she realizes she has Enna's attention, chuffing softly before falling silent. It's then that the elder werewolf can hear a stomach grumble, her hold releases and she exhales softly. The wall of warmth she feels along her back is slightly uncomfortable, but it means Adrian so she doesn't immediately pull away.

Silence reins for a few moments before Enna slowly slips out of bed, making sure not to jostle Adrian awake. Finding food is easy and soon both she and Athena are happily eating, both content not to break the temporary peace they have. Until she hears movement from the twins bed twenty minutes later, her gaze lifting from the table that she'd been absently staring at. It's nearly impossible to tell them apart but she knows how, James is watching her with half-lidded eyes. "We felt eyes on us since yesterday." Are his soft words, sleep rumpled hair making him look younger. She forgets sometimes that they aren't even adults yet, that she met them only a handful of times as a child and felt and instant bond with them.

"We'll be leaving by lunch if we can help it. The longer we stay here the more suspicious we'll be seen as." Her words are just as soft in the silent air, her eyes don't miss how James cuddles closer to Jason. Athena has settled on her lap once her food had finished, which led to their next small dilemma. While she looked like a husky pup like most Weres they aged quickly, carrying Athena wouldn't be hard but it would be easier if she were human. Bending forward a bit until her nose was against soft fur, she exhaled once before speaking up quietly. "Do uou think you can shift for me? It isn't healthy for you to remain a wolf for so long." Though her young age may have kept the feralness at bay it's still a risk, they had time to coach her if they needed to. @SomeoneSomewere

Nightmare Unwritten

There was no reaction when liquid was poured into the wound, the pressure of knuckles along her sternum was what jarred her into conciouness. With a sharp inhale that ended in a whine, Rayne's eyes snapped open once more. Blinking slowly as everything swam nauseatingly, she swallowed once before averting her gaze to Adrienne's face. There's a muffled voice in her mind that sounds like her mother, warning her that staying awake was safest. "I..I'm sorry." She murmurs quietly, tongue feeling heavy within her mouth.

It'd only then that she registers the new pain mixed with what she's already feeling, as well as the smell of alcohol. It has her nose wrinkling in distaste, but she knows that's what's maxing her wounds burn now. Breathing slowly isn't easy but she forces herself to, the last thing she needs is a panic attack. Her eyes glance to the gauze and sutures she can feel under the pristine clothe, she's not unfamiliar with stitches and although she can't see the she can feel them. "My mother would congratulate you on these if she were here, they aren't half bad." She's speaking with abandon right now and it should frighten her, but for some reason she feels...safe with this stranger. It doesn't settle that a teenager shouldn't know how to stitch wounds closed, that the bottle of alcohol should mean anything else.

Licking her lips Rayne slowly begins to push herself upright, using her left hand to bare the majority of her weight. Moving sends needles of pain down her arm and has her stomach rolling, but she needs to sit up. Her eyes take in the medium-sized room she's in slowly, nothing really registering aside from the couch she's currently on. "I think I should...go." She adds after several moments of silence, the sound of thunder and harsh wind draws her attention towards a window. The world outside looks like it's been drained of color, dark and bleak in a way only a storm can make do. Essa whines softly before laying down, clearly nof agreeing with her words one bit. But she did have to go home eventually, her brother Samuel would no doubt be wondering where she was. Judging by the storm outside and how she can faintly remember being driven here, walking home was her only option. With a huff she dropped her heavy head against the cushion behind her, clicking her tongue once before glancing at her companion. "Or I will go when this storm is over. I owe you an apology and a big thank you." She adds before dipping her head in thanks, not having the energy to offer her left hand for a handshake. @SomeoneSomewere