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Jul 19, 2012 8:05:26 GMT -5
Post by LittleDeadGrrl on Jul 19, 2012 8:05:26 GMT -5
-Almost two weeks had gone by since Kismet had broken out of his shell, literarly, and the harling seemed to be the bright spot of the house. The way he grew and matured was insane. He ran after the other boys already speaking much better. They all watched him with a little bit of awe although Scout hardly let him get away with as much as Sin would have. He and Zillah were about the only ones that seemed unmoved by his cuteness. Even Zev, although the har wouldn't admit it, was a push over. He brought him toys whenever he could go and let him climb all over him without saying much smirking a bit as he watched him- Go play with Linx ok ... -Sin patted Kismet watching him run off after Linx who was in the kitchen cooking. Half the time he was in there preparing food since there were so many people to take care of it seemed like he never left the kitchen most days. He liked it and it was his part of the help. Everyone had come together like one big family. ll the humans were moved into the big house. A few of the slave quarters had been taken over by some of the har. Angel Riot and Blaze had taken over one of the homes. Riot and Trush another. Kismey had run off to play in the kitchen. Linx stared at him with awe. He had such a deep connection with the other har it was frightening. He wrapped himself around Linx's leg and the har could hear him inside his head before he went over to Linx's daughter and sat with her as they colored for a while together. After a while Nala went off with him to walk around for a bit. Sometime in the afternoon Sin came down exhausted ... - Hey, where's my little Kissy?-Linx smiled at him ... - He's with Nala ... I'm sure they are in the living room causing a mess. Go tell the kids food is ready and they need to come eat before everyone else does and there's nothing left for the little ones with the way Zillah and Zev and Nails eat ... -Sin walked off finding the kids in the living room. He frowned not seeing Kismet around but seeing Nala drawing by herself. He moved in touching her shoulder gently ... - Hey sweety ... where's Kissy?-She stared up, paused before smiling ... - Oh he went with Blaze ... -Sin sighed a little bit. Blaze was always trouble when it came to Kismet. He wished Angel and Riot would have some control on the boy but Angel was almost feral in his protectivness of the boy and he let him run wild as he pleased. He went off in search of Blaze outside knowing he had to find the boy before the two of them got into way too much trouble. He was outside walking around calling for the two of them- Kismet! Blaze! Come on out ... stop hiding
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Jul 20, 2012 10:44:27 GMT -5
Post by Synistergrrl on Jul 20, 2012 10:44:27 GMT -5
~Blaze darted out through the woods with Kismet following. The boy liked going and getting the little harling, taking him out and away and getting him into trouble. Course, Blaze didn't see it as trouble, he saw it as fun. There was a wildness about Kissy that drew Blaze in close, it was a reminder of his own family and the wildness in them. He didn't see the har when he stepped out of the shadows and grabbed him. It was unexpected, he was sure they were alone out here in the depths of the swamp. But he was suddenly grabbed and quickly put on the ground. And when Kismet followed, darting through the trees, he wouldn't see the har either. Thrush was good at keeping a low profile, he was good at masking himself from the others, keeping them, all of them, even Orion out of his head. Course, that might be because of whatever darkness that ate at him now was in control. Kismet was jerked quickly and unceremoniously slammed to the ground next to Blaze. There was a blade at Kissy's throat and Blaze didn't dare move or make a noise. Thrush looked down at Blaze and it was there, in those blue eyes. Blaze knew his death was coming. Thrush held Kissy down with his knees as he lifted the knife ready to drive it deep into Blaze's chest. But just before the knife fell, something stayed Thrush's hand. Something crossed infront of his eyes, recognition, pity, sorrow, anger and he instead hit Blaze in the head with the butt of the blade. Everything went dark for the boy.~
~When he woke up, Blaze felt like his head was pounding. He frowned sitting up slowly, touching his head that was now sticky with dried blood. It slowly all came rushing horribly back to him. He jumped up, but the world spun. He knew deep down in his heart that Kissy was gone, Thrush had taken him and god only knows what or where they were. Finally he pushed his way through the woods, emerging as Sin was calling for him. He stumbled out of the bushes and when he saw Sin, Blaze's eyes welled up with tears.~
he... he's gone... Kissy... Kissy is gone... that har... Thrush... He took him....
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Jul 20, 2012 12:07:17 GMT -5
Post by LittleDeadGrrl on Jul 20, 2012 12:07:17 GMT -5
-Kismet was laughing as he ran after Blaze. He loved the boy above all else, save for his own parents course, and tried to tag along as much as he could. He was darting after him when he suddenly disappeared and he smiled a little thinking it some game. He paused a second to glance at a passing butterfly before he darted after him easily. When he was slammed he made a little squeek noise. He frowned staring up at the relatively unknown har before seeing the dagger. When Blaze was hit Kissy began to cry uncontrollably kitching and reaching out for Blaze. Thrush felt pain stabbing him suddenly in his head. It was wild but the harling in his arm was obviously attacking him the only way he could. He kicked in Thrush's arms before he knocked out. When Sin stumbled on Blaze he was trembling. He stared at the bloody boy grabbing him ... -
Why were you out here?! How could you take him out away from us ...
-Normally, seeing the bloody child would have made him grab and hug him and make sure he was fine but all he could think was Kismet was gone and in Thrush's hands. His and Legba's no doubt. He chilled at the thought letting go Blaze ... -
Come with me ...
-He growled before he ran back towards the camp slamming into Nails before seeing Scout. He had tears in his eyes as he pushed past Nails towards Scout gripping on to him feeling his heart beating far too quickly-
Thrush took him ... he took Kismet ... he's got my harling and I dunno ... oh my god ... what does he want with him. Why did he take Kissy? WHY?!
-He gripped on to Scout feeling the heart being torn to shreds at the thought of Kismet out in the woods, scared and alone, with that psychopathic har. The other har began to gather slowly. Angel frowned before moving suddenly in towards Blaze. He touched his head gently hugging the boy tightly soothing him ... -
Shhh ... it's ok ... it's gonna be ok ...
-Sin had buried into Scout until Riot and Rebel appeared. He growled slapping the darker haired har hard enough to send his head snapping to the side. Rebel snarled when Sin moved to hit him again grabbing his arm ... -
What the fuck!?
-Sin glared up at him through teary eyes-
This is your fault! I knew he couldn't be trusted but you wanted him here ... if he touches one hair on my harling's head I'll gut him ... I swear to Aghama ...
-Rebel frowned looking confused ... - What?! What's happened ...
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Jul 21, 2012 1:40:21 GMT -5
Post by Synistergrrl on Jul 21, 2012 1:40:21 GMT -5
~Blaze took a few steps back away from Sin, afraid of what the har was going to do to him. He shook his head, not really knowing how to answer the question put forth. He knew they weren't supposed to go into the swamp, but Kissy loved it and Blaze was amused by the harling. But of course things had gone terribly wrong. There were know words for the remorse and sorrow that he felt and worse, the guilt. It was a lot to put on a 7 year old.~
Whoa, hey....
~Nails frowned as he was slammed into and then he listened in horror at what Sin was saying. Scout looked ready to kill, his arm lay around Sin as his eyes leveled on Blaze.~
Blaze... tell me everything that happened.
~Scouts voice was as level as he could possibly make it. As the others approached Riot moved in next to Blaze and Angel, his hand landing on Blaze's shoulder. The simple presence of Angel and Riot seemed to calm him considerably. ~
I took Kid into the woods, to play. Thrush was waiting for us. He grabbed me and had a knife and....I....thought he was going to kill....me...but...I...don't know what really happened after that.
~Rebel walked up as this was being said and then he was hit by Sin. Scout pulled Sin in closer but the accusation was all over his face as he glared at Rebel. It was Nails who was the sudden voice of reason.~
Blaze, I need you to take me back were this happened. Can you do that?
~The boy nodded but buried into Angel some. Nails nodded and then went on.~
Blaze will lead us back and then we split up....
~Before he could finish, Riot interrupted.~
We know where he's headed ....back to Legba. We don't need to go back.... just forward. Angel, Scout, Wolf and myself will go back towards the city... Rebel takes his group into the swamp to track him and Zev, Nails and Zillah can go by boat the back way. We'll head him off before anything can happen. We'll get your harling back.
~Riot didn't leave any room for negotiation as he seemed ready to start the search. His logic was undeniable. And his plan seemed solid, so the others seemed unwilling to argue and instead started to take action. But Riot slipped in closer to his brother, pulling the younger close.~
Get to him before the rest of them do, Deb. There won't be any saving him otherwise. You bring that kid back and he might stand a slim chance to survive this. Hurry, brother.
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Jul 21, 2012 5:26:17 GMT -5
Post by LittleDeadGrrl on Jul 21, 2012 5:26:17 GMT -5
-Angel kept Blaze close petting the boy gently as he watched and listened to the others. He knew things had all taken a dark turn and he even felt some measure of pity for Thrush for the fact he was about to die. Alot of that pity faded when he heard he'd threatened Blaze's life and that made him growl as well. Sin buried into Scout closing his eyes as he tried to connect with his harling but it was like something was blocking him. Some wall. He felt his heart clench full of pain. Rebel sighed staring a bit at the others. His own mind was going a mile a minute before he stared at Scout ... -
Thrush would never hurt him ... he would never do this on his own. Legba is controlling him somehow ...
-He knew none were willing to listen and he knew if they tried to kill Thrush they'd have to kill him too. It was just that simple. Angel glanced Blaze closer before staring up at Riot thankful the har took control. He could see what he was doing. Giving his brother a chance. Sin nodded at the plan as he gripped Scout's arm ... -
I'll go find Spirit and Orion to try and see if we can find him our way ...
-He stared up into the dark haired har's eyes. He couldn't say that it was going to be fine. His own pain was matched only by Scout's. A hush had grown over the plantation as everyone split up. Sin moved and gently touched Blaze. He murmured that they needed to clean the wound. There some regret in his eyes for snapping at the boy who had done nothing really wrong. He tugged Blaze along gently as he headed back towards Spirit and Orion trying just to stay on his feet. Rebel nodded quickly before he glanced up at Riot touching his shoulder a bit as he nodded ... -
If he doesn't ... I don't ...
-He said it simply before he moved with a few other har he trusted that he'd been training to track. He moved quickly, focused, and without hesitation. The swamp was deep but he knew there was few ways open to a har moving with a harling. He stared down tracking by scent and sight. Few matched him and his brother in this regard. He stopped ever so often touching the ground before continuing on quickly at top speed trying to gain on the har he loved more than anything. The swamp darkened but slowly he could see the tracks more clearly. He was closing in on Thrush and Kismet. He had to reach him. Had to get the harling back and then maybe Orion could save him. Could push out whatever fucked up darkness was inside of him. He gripped the dagger in his hand before going round through the bushes. Finally, up ahead, he spotted the two figures ... -
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Jul 21, 2012 23:29:07 GMT -5
Post by Synistergrrl on Jul 21, 2012 23:29:07 GMT -5
~Blaze frowned when Sin approached him, but he just nodded and followed along as the others started to make their plans. If anything happened to Kissy, he seriously doubted he could forgive himself. That was a heavy load for a seven year old to bear, human or har. Spirit and Orion where ready when Sin and Blaze appeared as if the two already had felt what was happening. The others where off and running, each group looking to find the two and each with a different plannon how to handle the problem before them.~
~Thrush had knocked Kismet out to stop the assault from the wild strange creature. He knew one thing and that was he simply had to get to Legba. He tied the harling up and put a cloth sack over his eyes and then he moved leaving the human child where he lay. He had a lead on them, but keeping a good pace while carrying the harling wasn't easy work. He also found making his way through the bayou in the round about way he was going wasn't nearly as easy as he thought. He was having to slow down more then he thought he would. And that is how Rebel was able to catch him.~
~All those days Thrush had spent in the woods where Rebel would find him staring off into the dark depths all made sense now. He had been plotting an escape route. One that maybe he was subconsciously leading Rebel too. It was smart really, going this way and not taking a boat or using the main road. It put space between him and the others, except Rebel.~
~Thrush had stopped again, tired and needing a break when Rebel came upon him. He didn't hear or even feel the har until he was close. Thrush jerked around as Rebel got too close and growled. Rebel could see the darkness there in his eyes, clouding the real Thrush. He had Kissy close against him as the few Rebel had brought with surrounded him. But his eyes remained on Rebel.~
Don't ... I'll hurt him.... and then myself. Stay back.
~The threat was very real. And it would resonate with Rebel just how twisted Legba had made things. The fact that this har who had come begging to be saved, for his life to be spared was now threatening his own safety spoke volumes. Rebel was right. Legba was to blame. ~
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Jul 22, 2012 9:38:07 GMT -5
Post by LittleDeadGrrl on Jul 22, 2012 9:38:07 GMT -5
-Rebel knew deep down Thrush wouldn't do this. He could never harm a harling. Legba had done something to him and he was as much a victim in all of this as Kismet was. It was that thought that pushed him on. He moved without seeming to feel cold, or heat, or fatigue. He felt nothing but the overwhelming, all consuming need to just find his mate. Rebel motioned for the others to back up. They slipped back into the woods as Rebel stared at Thrush ... -
Thrush, I came to help you. You can't reach Legba alone ... but no one knows these swamps better than me ...
-He took one more step in closer keeping Thrush's gaze ... -
I love you. Don't leave me.
-He took another step in closer tentatively ... -
We can go together ...
-He tried to sent as much of his spirit into the har he loved so much as he could. If only Thrush would let him get close he could knock him out and take the harling away from him. Then he could save his mate. He knew a mob was already forming but he wasn't gonna let anyone harm Thrush. Not when he'd done nothing wrong. Not when Rebel knew he'd die with him. He couldn't let him be harmed. If they wouldn't let him stay he'd take Thrush into the swamp and heal him himself. Protect him. Even from himself. It wouldn't matter what he had to do but he'd do something-
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Jul 22, 2012 23:20:50 GMT -5
Post by Synistergrrl on Jul 22, 2012 23:20:50 GMT -5
~Thrush wasn't himself, that was obvious, but when Rebel spoke of going with him, his head cocked and for a moment there was no doubt, just the knowledge that Rebel was choosing him. And then those words and Thrush blinked. His brow furrowed and he seemed almost confused as to where he was or what he was doing. But then the darkness took over but he smiled and shrugged.~
Then lead away...
~Kismet was still being held close, but he seemed interested in what the har would do next. The moment that he took another step towards Thrush, the possessed har would tug Kismet closer, the blade almost piercing that soft flesh.~
Careful.... I know this game. I play it alot. You think you can trick me? That I'll trust you and let you close enough to grab this little treasure? Come on now, Rebel. We both know you're not going to hurt Thrush...
~When he referred to himself as a third party, something shifted in his features, as if he were trying to shake that. And it happened quickly. Kismet was pushed roughly at Rebel, setting the harling free and then Thrush turned and ran. He wouldn't get far, he knew that, but he counted on those in the bush to try and stop him. Which ofcourse they did. He slammed into the first only to be grabbed by a second before the blade entered his body from a third. He didn't cry out or even yelp, instead there was just a sigh of relief. The pain was nothing compared to the idea he might actually be free of thing possessing him. He sank to his knees as the three that had come with Rebel stared at him, surrounding him.~
~As Rebel pushed through the group, handing off the harling, he'd find Thrush on his knees. He looked up at Rebel and gave a slight smile, his hand around the hilt of the blade protruding out of his stomach. When Rebel dropped down beside him, he leaned into the har.~
It's better this way... you know... So you can stay here... where you belong... and I can't cause you any more trouble....
~His eyes fluttered then and he sank down onto the ground as he passed out. The thing was, Kissy was really unharmed. There wasn't hardly a scratch on him. Whatever was inside Thrush, it couldn't completely control him. It couldn't get him to really harm the harling. It also couldn't completely get him to just give up control. He had overcome it long enough to set Kismet free and try and set Rebel free.~
We should get him back to Orion....
~One of the others spoke softly, knowing that this was going to change everything for everyone. Thrush wasn't dead, but he was bleeding out and they needed to get him to Orion to have him healed. But from there, what? That was the really question, and Rebel had to know that the answer didn't look promising.~
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Jul 23, 2012 5:40:11 GMT -5
Post by LittleDeadGrrl on Jul 23, 2012 5:40:11 GMT -5
-Rebel nodded slowly when he was told to lead the way moving in closer but each step calculated and careful. He couldn't spook Thrush. He just had to get close to him, push the harling from his grasp and then he could wrestled Thrush down. He stopped when the blade was so close to Kis's throat making his breath stop in his throat. His eyes narrowed at the har in front of him ... -
You can't have him ... he's mine ...
-What happened next left Rebel reeling. He caught Kismet gently before handing the har off to another as he took after the group. A cry left his body when he saw Thrush on the ground. He pushed the har roughly away from him before dropping on his knees down to him holding the blade for a moment. He wrapped his arms around Thrush holding him close for a moment before shaking his head. His voice a rough growl ... -
I only belong with you ... if you fucking die on me I'll follow you to hell ...
-He stared into Thrush's eyes and spoke them as if he meant them. He tugged out the blade covering Thrush's mouth with his own to silence his cry before infusing him with healing energy. He pressed the wound closed trying to stop the flow of blood as he shared breath. He wasn't as skilled as Orion or as talent but the kiss between mates was equally powerful. He knew he'd have to get him to Orion for him to live but this would stop the bleeding somewhat. When he pulled back he lifted Thrush up cradling him against his body-
We gotta get back quickly. You head towards the River and you head down the main road. Tell them we have Kismet and he is fine ...
-He moved alongside the one har that was carrying Kismet beside him. He moved through the swamp with a sense of urgency and it hardly seemed as if Thrush was weighing him down at all. All he knew was he had to get him home and safe cause without the har in his arms none of it mattered. When he broke through Sin, Spirit and Orion seemed to be waiting as if they knew. Sin cried out before running forward and grabbing Kismet. He held the harling tightly cooing to him watching him open his eyes and begin to cry ... -
Blaze! ... he hurt Blaze ...
-It was like the first thought that had remained with Kismet. Sin smiled feeling tears of joy cloud his eyes as he held the harling close sure he would never let him out of his grasp again. He shook his head speaking softly ... -
No baby ... Blaze is alright ... you're ok ... my baby is ok ....
-He just kept murmuring over and over again. Thrush stared up at Spirit and Orion ... -
He got hurt ... you gotta help him ...
-He moved in closer towards the two smaller har looking half possessed himself-
Please ... he was possessed. It was Legba ... I'll give you both anything you fucking want just don't let him die ... please ... aghama please don't let him die ...
-He knew only the two of them could save Thrush's life. Sin's eyes narrowed ... -
You're not serious ...
-Rebel ignored him. He knew Sin would want Thrush dead and he couldn't blame him right now but he hoped the other two would have some sense. He hoped Riot would get back to back him. He just stared at Orion and Spirit pleading like only a har who was watching his mate die could. It was hard to hear. Rebel who never gave a fuck. Who always looked dark and relaxed and full of mischief almost had tears in his eyes and he was begging. Full on begging. Offering anything. Offering his life. It was all there. He could do nothing more. He couldn't threaten or steal or beat anyone up. He had no other skills so he just begged quietly holding Thrush in his arms tightly. The sound of the others moving through the swamp could be heard in the distance-
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Jul 23, 2012 15:21:42 GMT -5
Post by Synistergrrl on Jul 23, 2012 15:21:42 GMT -5
~As Rebel appeared with Thrush and Kismet, Orion, Spirit and Sin were waiting for him. When Sin asked if Rebel was serious, Orion made a noise. It was the sound of disappointment. He gently pushed Sin to the side with Kismet and moved in towards Rebel.~
Follow me....
~Orion turned and lead Rebel into the house. Thrush was out, sweating and bleeding. Orion had the har bring Thrush into his room and set him on the bed. Thrush moaned as Rebel set him down but when the har moved to the side, his eyes shot open and he grabbed the har's arm. There was darkness and evil in those eyes. Orion sighed and moved in, laying something that looked like green paste on Thrush's forehead. The har thrashed a bit and Orion pushed Rebel back.~
Leave me with him... You don't need to watch this. Whatever Legba did... he'd have made it hard to fix... and I don't need you bothering me. Tell Zillah and the others that when I'm finished I'll come get them...
~He stopped Rebel for a moment and the older medicine man gave the har a slight smile.~
Don't worry Rebel... I know the truth... I've been suspecting it for awhile. Legba had put a block on him, but it's gone now... least for the moment... I can see it much clearer now... go head the others off.
~Rebel was pushed out of the room and Orion was left alone with Thrush. The others waited outside for an explanation. There was talk as Rebel appeared of what was to be done with Thrush. Scout was standing before Zillah and Zev, eyes dark, ready to go upstairs and finish the job. Riot was standing near the door when his brother appeared and Rebel would realize he was sort of guarding the house from the others, giving Orion a chance to deal with Thrush first.~
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Jul 23, 2012 16:03:47 GMT -5
Post by LittleDeadGrrl on Jul 23, 2012 16:03:47 GMT -5
-Rebel followed grateful moving up the steps quickly as he lay the har down. When Thrush grabbed for him he went to touch him, to hold him, to comfort the one he loved. He watched weary eyed and sick of heart knowing this wasn't a fight he could win. He growled when he was pushed about to shake his head stubbornly and offer resistance but Orion looked like he wouldn't be swayed and besides he was one of the few willing to help him in this place at this time ... -
I ... I'll owe you my life Orion. Whatever you want ...
-He gripped the har's arm for a moment staring at him hopeful before he left him in the room slipping outside. He knew the others were debating. Scout clearly wanted him dead. Zillah was in favor of killing the har as well. Zev frowned suggesting they send him away. He wanted no unneeded bloodshed. Rebel moved in closer to Riot .... -
Thrush is with Orion right now. He was stabbed ... and possessed. He is no danger to any of you right now...
-Zillah's eyes narrowed ... -
Possessed? By what? Look Rebel I know you love Thrush but he tried to murder our harling ...
-Rebel growled moving in closer-
No. Kismet wasn't fucking touched. You saw him ... he could have been killed. Thrush could have killed Blaze too. Think about it ... he had no reason to leave that boy alive just to tell on him. He did it because he was fighting against whatever fucked up thing Legab did to him ... Orion knows it too.
-He stepped in front of them before gazing at Scout ... -
I know you're angry. I get it. But Thrush is a victim too. He fought against this. You cannot harm him ... or more to the point I won't fucking let you. If you won't let him stay here than when he heals I'll take him with me and we go far from all of you. But give him a chance. For me. I earned as much ... haven't I?
-He stared around to see what support there would be for him. Zillah's mouth thinned stubbornly. Riot would no doubt stand with his brother. When he did Angel appeared moving in closer to his mate ... -
Rebel is right. He could have killed Blaze. I say we see what Orion says.
-Zev gazed at Zillah and sighed ... -
We can wait till Orion speaks.
-He put up a hand when Scout would no doubt go at him ... -
There's no hurry. We can post guards at his door. Go ... be with Sin and Kismet ...
-He knew Scout wanted blood then and there but they needed to be sure before they killed any har. It was a hard thing to do. Blood would stain all of their hands for a long time and Zev had enough blood on his hands for a lifetime. He didn't need more. He gazed at Riot slowly ... -
You can take first watch ... let's all go eat ...
-Rebel moved into Riot hugging him tightly when the others moved to leave whispering slowly ... -
Thank you brother ...
-He buried a moment into Riot's neck knowing he had been a big reason Thrush was still alive and had a chance. It meant something to him. He gripped his back for a moment before he pulled back moving up the steps to sit near Orion's room and wait for word. He wasn't sure he could sleep or eat until it was done-
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