Morthos appreciated that Jax was trying to to insult his demonic side, even if he wouldn't have taken it personally anyways. "I'm sorry you couldn't save this one, but they have to want to be saved. If she wanted to pass on you'd probably have a hard time trying to convince her otherwise." He figured she was probably taking this hard, and she wanted to change the subject so he went with it. "I spent some time at my place working on some stuff. Had some dinner, did some soul searching. I was kind of wandering aimlessly and happened to find you," he chuckled then idly wondered if his attitude would put her off. Last she saw him he was barely functioning, now he was like a whole new person all chipper and what not.
Jax gave a light smile that didn't reach her eyes, "I know your right. I just hope she got what she wanted. Of course it's out of my hands now though." She watched him closely as he told her about his evening, seeming to be in better spirits since their last talk. She was happy about that. She laughed, "I guess the fates just have their plans. Well...do you want to come over for dinner or go out and do something. Platonically...um of course. Not that I needed to say that." She tried to not be awkward because she genuinely wanted to be friends.
"I'm feeling like a night out on the town is the perfect date idea, platonic date of course," Morthos just gave her a cheeky wink and laughed. Things could have been awkward but he was in a good mood and being with Jax just made him feel better. "I know a great place we can go too, I've always wanted to go but never wanted to go alone. Come on, it's this way," without really thinking he took her arm and started walking. After a few steps he let go, "oops, sorry, just got a bit excited there."
Jax gave him a teasing smirk as she shook her head at his cheeky wink. After a few minutes she was being dragged along with him to a mysterious location. She didn't fight his touch, still enjoying it regardless of what she told herself but when he let go she shook her head with him, "That's alright. Just don't let it happen again or taste certain doom!" She laughed, "So where are we going? I love adventures. Oh OH...is it a bakery? or an ice cream parlour?"
"You're on the right track with food, though this is a lot more fun." After a few more minutes of walking they got to the place, it was just called Bar+ and advertised having both a lounge with karaoke and private rooms if you only wanted to make a fool of yourself in front of your friends instead of a whole crowd. Just then though Morthos realized he had no clue if Jax even liked karaoke, "so, as you may know I'm a big dork. I really like singing so I've wanted to come here but I never had anyone to come with. Does karaoke sound fun? Would you prefer a room just us or the whole bar? Or we can go somewhere else, you know, if this isn't your kind of thing....." At this point Morthos was over thinking things and desperately needed Jax to bring him back to earth.
Jax got immediately excited when they arrived at Bar+ she had noticed it a few times but had never actually gone in. She squealed a bit, "Hell yeah it's my kind of thing! I love partying. I am so under dressed though. Ahh well I am gorgeous whatever I am wearing." She headed inside giving a wink to the bouncer, "Let's use the whole bar. More people always means more fun!" As they got inside she put her hands together then placed the tips of her fingers up to her nose, "Hmmm...what to sing! I am a RoXy fan but I also enjoy Goblin Black! Oh what are you going to sing?" She looked over at the bar and saw a few people she knew. She gave them a light wave then turned to Morthos, "Sorry. I always seem to run into people."
"Yes you do," Morthos said quietly at her comment of always looking gorgeous as they entered. She apologized for waving to some people but that barely even registered to Morthos, "don't worry about it. From my perspective you seem to know everyone, I'd be more surprised if you didn't see anyone you know. As for what I'll sing...." Morthos trailed off as he grabbed one of the tablets to scroll through the song list, "I'll see what catches my eye, you hungry? I have the strangest feeling you haven't eaten anything all day. You get some food first then we can have some fun singing."
Jax laughed at his comment then nodded enthusiastically when he mentioned food. She started pulling off her jacket as she headed over to the bar and ordered some food and beers before pointing to a table to the left of the main stage where a young witch was belting to Stevie Nicks. She sauntered over and threw her jacket into a seat as a waitress brought over a few beers. She pushed her hair out of the way and grabbed one taking a few chugs before nodding at Morthos before she took a seat. "Hope you don't mind I ordered nachos to share? I paid as well so don't bother asking her for the bill."
She laughed, sticking out her tongue, before she took another chug of her beer, "Hey...I was meaning to ask you. Does your family know any way to amplify controlling demonic energy? I have been trying to wrap my brain around growing stronger with my summoning but it's hard on my body to keep the demonic energy at bay. I've been reading a lot about it, and honestly asking the source is out of the question. I figured your family might know a trick or something...It's alright if you don't. I was just curious.."
"You know me, I'm always down to eat, nachos sound great. I guess I can't always pay for everything so fine, I'll allow you to pay, call us even on getting food." He drank some of his beer and thought about her question. "My uncle deals with that kind of stuff. He's not an exorcist like you, but I know his particular brand of magic lends him to the demonic arts. I'll see if I can get in contact with him to see if he can't help you out." Morthos didn't particularly like his uncle but he wasn't going to tell her that, if it meant helping Jax he'd put up with his uncle's unpleasantness. "I also have something I wanted to ask you, do you think we could maybe do some combat training together? On our mission I realized if I can't cast magic I'm pretty screwed. I'm not weak, I just have no technique." Glancing at the tablet he saw there was still a few more people to go before they were up so there was time.
Jax listened intently to him talk about his uncle, her interest highly peaked, "Oh that would be awesome! I would really appreciate any help I can get." She paused listening to him ask her about combat training. She took a sip of beer, trying to hold back a mean smile, "I can help with you with that. My training is tough though, if we spar expect some heavy bruises and sore muscles." She laughed lighting knowing full well that her training was insane for an average person. She knew Morthos could handle it, but she also knew that he would have to work his ass off to get to her level. She was about to say something when a young blonde woman walked up, smiling at first at Jax then at Morthos, "Hey...sorry to interrupt you guys. My friend over there," she pointed to a another girl with blue skin, gills and coral coloured hair, "thinks that you are super cute and was wondering if you would be interested in taking her number." Unlike Jax's previous drunken stupor she remained calm and gave Morthos an encouraging smile.
Morthos was about to respond when a blonde girl came up to give Morthos her friends number. He looked over at the other girl, a merperson? Morthos wasn't entirely sure, he gave her a wave as she was looking at them expectantly and she covered her face with her hands. He turned his attention back to the girl in front of him, "well I'm flattered, I'll gladly take her number." The girl handed him a paper with the number on it as she ran away giggling back to her friend. Morthos quickly texted the number saying it's the red guy you think is cute, my name's Morthos, what's yours? He out his phone away, he'd respond when he got home later. "Well that was unexpected, what were we talking about? Your ridiculous training regimen? I won't say no to the challenge, I'm serious about getting stronger."
Jax watched as he took the mermaid's number and then proceeded to text said girl. Jax's reaction was a long chug of beer and long inner monologue about how this was what she wanted. When his attention was back to her she gave a cool smile, "Eh, not surprised. Girl has good taste. Anyway sounds good. I go to church in the morning but I'll meet you at the SPA gym at about 5 if you want to do some sparring. I go early with Hargul because there is usually less people around. We can train on evenings though to. Whenever you have time. Don't forget water and gym clothes. Oh..." She gave him a wicked smile, "Looks like it's your turn to shine. Mr. Super cute!" She teased him lightly, mimicking the other girl who approached the table.
"Sounds good, and you're up after me so I hope you're ready," Morthos got up on the stage and the song he chose was one he didn't particularly identify with anymore but at one point he considered it his theme song. The song was Monster by Skillet. Morthos is decently good at singing so he pretty much nailed it, as he sang he couldn't help but think of how his outlook had changed to make him not think this song was about him. Really Jax had made him realize that he wasn't some kind of monster, he was just different and he should embrace that about himself. When he was done he got off stage and sat back with Jax, "your turn now, I can't wait to hear what you've got planned."
Jax screamed and hooted as Morthos nailed the song. His rasp coinciding perfectly well with the beat. She enjoyed the song, jamming along when finally the nachos came. She ordered another two beers and started to booth dance as she ate. Suddenly the song was over, with the crowd going crazy as Morthos walked over. Jax gave him a thumbs up, "You nailed that! Damn, you can sing to! Man of many talents." He responded and she shook her fingers, taking another sip of beer before she licked her lips, "Oh you will see." She scooted out of the booth and smacked Morthos on the arm before she sauntered up to the top of the stage, taking the mic and giving the room a smirk. She set her boots in adrenaline pumping through her veins as she grabbed at her pony tail, pulling away the small band to let the tangle of red hair fall down her shoulders. Suddenly she began to sing Dead Posey's, "Don't Stop the Devil." Her voice was definitely an alto, the voice gritty and a bit scratchy but all around good. She hit the notes with confidence swaying slightly to the beat. She couldn't dance worth shit but Jax could definitely sing. When the song ended she let go of the stand letting it hit the ground as cheers went off. She raised a fist then walked over to the table, "The performing arts are not really my thing but damn that is fun! We should do a duet or something!"
Morthos found himself munching on the nachos and cheering for Jax when she was done. Did she pick that song specifically for him? Nah, definitely over thinking it. Jax mentioned a duet, "ya that does sound fun, and I know just the song. If you don't know this one then I'm not sure we can be friends anymore." A bit of time passed and it was their turn up again, the song Morthos picked was a classic, Don't Stop Believin'. He really enjoyed being up there with Jax just having a good time. When they were done people cheered and they went back to their table. Morthos was having a great time, he even ordered a couple of shots for each of them.
Jax watched as he picked a classic, whilst munching wildly on nachos. She gulped, "Of course I know that song. See we are destined to be best buds!" Jax and him got up there a few minutes later, singing there hearts out. She didn't want to admit it, but she was having a great time and as selfish as it was she was thankful that Morthos could help clear her mind for awhile. After they had sung a few more songs and finished off the plate of nachos they left the bar walking towards home. When they hit the street that would turn off towards both of there homes Jax turned and gave Morthos a warm hug, "Thank you for tonight. I really needed a friend, also remember tomorrow. See ya at the gym at five. Be ready." She pulled back giving him a smirk before she, punched him lightly in the shoulder before she headed off home to Ophelia's empty bed and Hargul's snuggles.
"Hey, what else are friends for if not showing you a good time. I'll see you tomorrow...I'd say at the ass crack of dawn but I think at this time of year the sun isn't even up until closer to 6." Morthos laughed and they both went their separate ways, as he walked home he checked his phone, the girl from the bar had responded, her name was Melanie but she preferred Mel. They didn't talk too much, but she seemed like a nice enough girl. As soon as he was home he set an alarm to be up early and fell asleep. The alarm sounded what felt like a minute later, but Morthos got up and did his normal morning routine to wake himself up. He found drinking a few glasses of water really helped. He gathered up what he needed for some intense training with Jax and made his way to the gym. If he was going to master this new magical technique he was working on he also needed some fighting ability.
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