Tears in the Darkness [Request Souji/Kimi]

[Ryu Hime]

A knock could be heard at Kimi’s door upon opening a boy a little young than Kimi will greet her. The boy opens a letter and reads it to her. The letter told Kimi to meet Kitsune in the Cave of Wonders and tells her when she gets to the caves just follow the music. Her first lesson in will start today

Souji had told Kitsune to meet him in these caves. Of course she saw no need to go alone; why not kill two birds with one stone. Kitsune wonders how Souji would know if she is here? He did not give her a date; what was does he do, stop by the caves each day to see if she was here? She also wonders if he would recognize her for she has changed a little since they last met. Her hair was long and flat and a blindfold covers her eyes. She was deep in the caverns with no light to illuminate the area. But she did not need her eyes to see not anymore. Well she was going to alert him to her presence and give Kimi something to follow. Kitsune summons an ethereal violin and begins to play. As she plays she sings a song of sorrow; the Requiem of Death. It is a song passed down into her family.

Spoiler

Remembrance, part of every life
Num'rous regrets, the art of passing time
Not one forgets, spent nights of chasing days
Eternal rest, to witness being erased
To witness being erased


It is seldom seen in this world of now
It is welcome, universe and out
It is seen, only from eyes of thine
Is it free? 'Tis only by invite


Remembrance, part of every life
Num'rous regrets, the art of passing time
Not one forgets, spent nights of chasing days
Eternal rest, to witness being erased
To witness being erased


It is ponderous, willing to know my fate
In its longest lingering while to wait
I can see, memory taken tolls
I'm not ready, ready to let them go


Remembrance, part of every life
Num'rous regrets, the art of passing time
No one forgets, spent nights of chasing days
Eternal rest, to witness being erased

The song is a genjustu that creates a gloom to all who hear it. A grown man would shed streams of tears for its melody. Even she was not immune to her own spell for her own tears fell onto her violin as she plays. The song of one dying, but rather one who has seen death. It was the chant of the immortals; those who cannot die but must witness the death of those close to them and eventually forget them. One can remain alive as long as they ae remember, but when they are forgotten they become truly dead.

​

 

[Kimi]

The sun was bright in the sky as Kimi headed through the crowd of miners, heading towards her home. She barely made it twenty feet when she heard a sound....it was a song. A strangely familiar song. The melody struck her to the core, the sad tune filling every inch of her being. She turned to see if anyone else reacted, to see if they also could hear the tune, but they made no motion to having heard it. Shrugging, Kimi turned on heel, heading once again into the darkness of the cavern. Hopefully nobody would be waiting for her at home...it looked like she wouldn't be there for a while. (sorry poor npc boy! Kimi's a little ahead of you on that one. XP )

She made her way through the darkness just as she had before, this time without the added sounds of her voice to fill the space. The music grew as she walked, and without knowing why, she pulled her violin from it's pack, and placed the bow to string. She took a deep breath, and added her own tune to the mix. The mysterious song blending with hers in perfect harmony. The melody whispered through every inch of her body, filling her very being until there was only she and the music. She continued walking, though she didn't even notice. Her feet acted on their own, her body and soul lost in the haunting melody. The voice, singing to the melody of the dual violins, grew louder. It was a strangely familiar voice; one that Kimi would most likely have recognized if she were trying to. Her footsteps silent, the young girl and violin as one made their way towards the other. Her footsteps sure, despite the obvious darkness. It mattered not.

The music grew into a crescendo, despite the actual playing maintaining it's volume. The original source that had been growing ever closer had then been reached. She swayed in time with the music, following the natural flow of the song until it ended in its final notes. She placed the violin at her side, her hands holding tightly to it. The silence echoed through the cave almost more noticeable than the sound. Kimi stood within that silence, awaiting any sound from the source. She had no idea who it was, but someone who could play in such a similar way to herself...that was a person she was eager to meet.

 

[Ryu Hime]

As Kitsune played she could hear another join in; matching her tune perfectly. It was a violin and one that she recognized. With the chakra infused sound waves bouncing off the solid rock Kitsune could see the figure coming towards her clearly. Her small form and familiar sound confirmed it was Kimi who she invited, however she was surprisingly alone. Kitsune expected Yume to be following right behind her, which leads Kitsune to believe that Kimi was not in the caves for her. Kitsune lets her violin vanish back into the world of dreams and greets the young one before her. “Kimi, long time no see.” As soon as that phrase leaves her mouth she realizes how offensive it could be to her. “Or I guess I should say long time no hear, because neither one of us are using are eyes right now. It is far too dark to see anything.” As if to check that her statement was true, she lifts the blindfold off one of her eyes. Sure enough it was like the blindfold was still on. Darkness completely enveloped them. “So what brings you here to this place? You should know why I am here.” If Kimi recalls their last meeting Souji’s final words to Kitsune was to remember the Cave of Wonders. Her original intent was to begin the lesson when she arrives, but she wouldn't mind having a little conversation before hand. It would be good to know the pupil she intends to teach. Would she be worthy of learning her skills. Would she use them properly or will she be like the rest. She remembers her meeting with Akechi; he revealed how shinobi used illusions and it discussed her to very the core.

 

[Kimi]

As the music faded, the darkness filled Kimi's ears. It was rather empty in there, save the rocks and other musician. At the sound of her name, she turned, her ears filling with familiar sounds. Kitsune. She should have expected it to be the pink-haired female. Who else could play with such skill and emotion? She let a small grin grace her face as she put the instrument into her bag for safe-keeping. "Kitsune." she nodded respectfully. "It's good to see you again." she nearly laughed, using the 'slip of the tongue' phrase without care. She was used enough to the phrase to not let simple things like a lack of sight get to her. "I didn't realize you could see without eyes." she commented, obviously referring to the other's statement. She flicked her hair behind her ear, grateful for the darkness. Kitsune couldn't see the sort of mess she was currently in. Dirt was lodged firmly under every fingernail, and her face was surely smudged beyond repair. She sighed, absentmindedly rubbing her cheek to clear it of dirt. "I was on a mission. It had just finished when i heard your song. I came because I was curious..." she admitted, pulling her violin tighter around her. She then paused for a moment. Kitsune mentioned something about Souji meeting her around these parts last time the three of them were in the same place. Maybe she was interrupting? "Is Souji here? Am I interrupting something? I can go..." she muttered, turning around to see if she could hear the tell-tale signs of a third person.

 

[Ryu Hime]

Kitsune shake her head. “You are not disputing anything my dear, please stay while I wait for my beloved. Let us not waste such precious time for I have much to teach you.”<i></i> Gracefully she walks over to Kimi and summons an ethereal chair in existence. “Here have a seat as I tell you a story. You are aware that I am a gypsy right? What Souji wants me to teach you is called gypsy magic and before I can teach you it; you must first learn of its origins.”<i></i> Kimi would be Kitsune second student in the art of the waking dream. She remembers telling Kieta the stories using visual illusions. It is unfortunate that she will not be able to do that here.

"Once upon a time there were two majestic sisters who ruled together, and created harmony for all the land. Each sister had a seal which drew power from the two balancing powers of the world; order and chaos. The eldest used her Heavens Seal to raise the sun at dawn; the younger brought out the moon to begin the night. Thus, the two sisters maintained balance for their kingdom and their subjects, all the different types of mortals. But as time went on, the younger sister became resentful. The people relished and played in the day her elder sister brought forth, but paid little attention to her beautiful night. Unlike her sister, Luna used the seal for more than raising her respectful heavenly body. While her sister had the Heaven’s seal, Luna had the Hell seal one which increased the powers of the mind. Luna was more than the goddess of the moon; she was the creator of dreams. As men slept she would sing and the magic of her song would weave intricate stories with the people’s mind to entertain them as they sleep; only to then be forgotten when they awoke. She has spends all her nights blessing the people pleasant dreams and she could not take the nonrecognition of her work. Finally she snapped and the younger goddess decided to block the sun with her moon. The elder sister tried to reason with her, but the bitterness in the young one's heart had transformed her into a wicked beast made of darkness known simply as The Nightmare. Luna vowed that she would shroud the land into eternal torment by using her voice to bring the nightmares of men into the waking world. Reluctantly, the elder sister harnessed the full strength of her seal. Using the magic of the Heaven’s Seal, she defeated her younger sister, and banished her permanently in the moon. The elder sister took on responsibility for both sun and moon."<i></i>

[MFT]

 

[Kimi]

Kimi sat in the provided chair, her head tilted in curiosity. She knew very little about the Gypsy culture, though she had found out enough to know of it as Kitsune's origin. Needless to say, she was intrigued by the nature of the culture, and what ever so called gypsy magic could be. She listened intently to the story, the actions described painting vivid images in her mind. It was an interesting story to be sure. The dynamic of sisters was something not familiar to her, being an only child herself, but at the same time, they didn't seem to be normal sisters.

The story seemed to be up to interpretation. Though the younger sister seemed to be the focus of the story, it really seemed to be a story about the elder. The younger sister may have been the only one named, Luna, but that didn't make it any less about the elder. It was strange the way stories and legends could be twisted and turned, the interpretation completely based on the teller, but just as much on the listener. The very nature of this Luna's power seemed interesting, and she could see why such abilities would be prudent to learn. That being said, creating dreams seemed almost, fanciful. Of course, the story wasn't like your typical fairy tale. It may have started with 'once upon a time', but it certainly didn't fulfill the 'happily ever after' portion. At least not from Luna's point of view. Even by her sister's, things were most likely hardly idea. Having a younger sister so angry that she felt she had to take her revenge on the world couldn't be good for your physical and mental well-being.

It was strange, in a way, how Kimi's abilities would lead her to connect with Luna at that level, but she really couldn't understand the anger. Try as she might, that bitterness spurned from a lack of recognition didn't spark any sort of connection. If anything, Kimi was quite the opposite. The night, the darkness, called to Kimi at a base level, though from that point on, any similarities there may have been were lost. Even so, there were obviously things she could learn from the story...and from the sister who was quite obviously intended to be the focus. Luna: The Nightmare

"Is that where the story ends?" Kimi inquired after a moment's pause. It seemed like there should be something more. She didn't know what more there could be, the story seemed to have ended well enough, but she felt it neverless. "The elder sister went on to be responsible for both sun and moon, and Luna was simply never seen nor heard of again?" From what little Kitsune had said of Luna's story, it didn't fit. The sister who got so enraged by a lack of recognition surely wouldn't be content with a permanent residence on the moon. It seemed...lacking. Then again, what did Kimi know. It wasn't like she was a gypsy herself. She didn't know the stories and legends like Kitsune. So she contented herself with listening to what the other had to say.

 

[Ryu Hime]

Kitsune raises an eyebrow under her blindfold. She was expecting more; the story did come to a close. However there were a few things that did come after and a lot of stories that came before. “Well there is something. You remember Luna would sing to the world a Lullaby. It is said that every night Tia, the elder sister, sings to Luna. It is a song asking her sister for forgiveness."

​

Spoiler

Fate has been cruel and order unkind
How can I have sent you away?
The blame was my own; the punishment, yours
The harmony's silent today

But into the stillness I'll bring you a song
And I will your company keep
Till your tired eyes and my lullabies
Have carried you softly to sleep

Once did a Lady who shone like the sun
Look out on her kingdom and sigh
She smiled and said, "Surely, there is no person
So lovely and so well beloved as I"

So great was her reign and so brilliant her glory
That long was the shadow she cast
Which fell dark upon the young sister she loved
And grew only darker as days and nights passed

Lullay moon princess, goodnight sister mine
And rest now in moonlight's embrace
Bear up my lullaby, winds of the earth
Through cloud, and through sky, and through space

Carry the peace and the coolness of night
And carry my sorrow in kind
Luna, you're loved so much more than you know
Forgive me for being so blind

Soon did that Lady take notice that others
Did not give her sister her due
And neither had she loved her as she deserved
She watched as her sister's unhappiness grew

But such is the way of the limelight, it sweetly
Takes hold of the mind of its host
And that foolish Lady did nothing to stop
The destruction of one who had needed her most

Lullay moon princess, goodnight sister mine
And rest now in moonlight's embrace
Bear up my lullaby, winds of the earth
Through cloud, and through sky, and through space

Carry the peace and the coolness of night
And carry my sorrow in kind
Luna, you're loved so much more than you know
May troubles be far from your mind
And forgive me for being so blind

The years now before us
Fearful and unknown
I never imagined
I'd face them on my own

May these thousand winters
Swiftly pass, I pray
I love you; I miss you
All these miles away

May all your dreams be sweet tonight
Safe upon your bed of moonlight
And know not of sadness, pain, or care
And when I dream, I'll fly away and meet you there
Sleep...​

“Of course Luna knowing what she has done consoles her sister singing to Tia it isn’t her fault.”

​

Spoiler

How my deeds pain me as time stretches long
How could I have hurt them this way?
So rest easy now, my punishment’s mine
The weight of my crimes are my own

But into that stillness you brought me your song
With your voice my company kept
For your tired eyes and sweet lullabies
In exile I pay you my debt

Once did a Lady who gleamed like the moon
Look out on her kingdom and sigh
Dejected she cried, “Surely there is nobody
“Who loves me, or finds any love in my night.”

So great was her pain, she rose in rebellion
Against those who cared for her most
She let the Nightmare fall on those she ruled
And threatened to grip them in permanent cold

Lullay, dear Tia, good night sister mine
Rest now in starlight’s embrace
May this cool lullaby reach you in dreams
And ease you your passage of days
May my apologies find you this night
And may my sorrow in kind
Tia, you loved me much more than I knew
Forgive me for being so blind

Soon did her sister do what was demanded
And gave to the Moonlight her due
Breaking the Harmony, she saved her people
And banished her, as a wise ruler must do

Such is the weight of the crown that we wear, sister,
Duties we always uphold;
May you forgive me that foolishness mine
And live on with no burden upon your soul

Lullay, dear Tia, good night sister mine
Rest now in starlight’s embrace
May this cool lullaby reach you in dreams
And ease you your passage of days
May my apologies find you this night
And may my sorrow in kind
Tia, you loved me much more than I knew
May troubles be far from your mind
And forgive me for being so blind
The space now before us, empty and forlorn
I never imagined we’d face them all alone
May these sunless seasons swiftly pass, I pray
I love you, I miss you, all these miles away

May all your dreams be sweet tonight
Safe upon that bed above the lights
And know not of heartache, fear, nor gloom
And when I dream, I’ll find a way to meet you soon
Sleep, sleep
Sleep…<i></i>​

Kimi would notice that both songs share the same tune. This is done on purpose for they are often sung together as a duet. Is she is really keen she might note the last sing Luna sung before telling her sister to sleep. It is because of this line there is a prophecy of Luna’s return.

[OOC: Sorry the post is mostly song]

 

[Kimi]

Kimi listened in interest to the songs, humming along to the tune by the time the second came around. The way the songs blended together intrigued her. The similarities were striking, though they were also noticeably different. They also told an entirely new story among themselves. A story of two sisters who still loved each other, despite everything that had happened. Luna and her sister Tia still cared for each other, despite the difficulties and hardships they went through. The lyrics, however, were intriguing in a completely different way as well. Tia seemed truly sorry for what she had to do. She hadn't wanted to do it. While Luna? Luna seemed to take her punishment in stride, realizing that it was what she deserved for rebelling the way she did. Though, Kimi got the feeling she would do it again if she could go back to then. Either way, it was really interesting. "Beautiful." she said, referring to both the songs, and the singer. Kitsune really was skilled, and Kimi could tell that it was a story that she believed wholeheartedly, as more than just a gypsy tale. "So gypsy magic...is that...coming from Luna and Tia's skills?" she inquired, trying to make the connection between the story, and what she would be learning.

 

[Ryu Hime]

“Yes, however the type of gypsy magic we will be focusing on comes from mostly Luna.”<i></i> With history now covered it was now time to introduce her to what she will be getting herself into and adds a warning. “What I will teach you is the art of the waking dream. This is not genjutsu. From what I am told you shinobi technique in illusion is used to alter one’s mind and nervous system to influence an injury inducing response from the victim’s body like some sort of weapon.”<i></i> Kitsune takes a deep breath. “Terra have mercy, if you use my art in such a way I will send you to the river of light myself.”<i></i> Terra is the eldest sister of the bunch. While Tia and Luna governs the sun and moon she governs the earth and under the earth. She rules over the underworld the source of all life and where all life returns. “Now this form of gypsy magic is an art form. It is an expression of one’s emotions to influence another. You recall the song that brought you here? Did it not spark emotion within you?”<i></i>

 

[Keigo Oen]

"I'm starting to realize it now... its all becoming clear..."​

Souji was late. However, for good enough reasons that he wouldnt be damned in the darkness within the Hole. Souji was talking to Mito and in his 'interrogations' he was beginning to find out more information that wasnt on the books. She wasnt aware of it though... but this information if found out Souji would likely either be deemed a Hero, or be assassinated by the secret organization that made all of this happen. Either way, he was testing the limitations of his summoning ability. He attempted to do it again but to no avail. Something was off... maybe it was because he'd used up so much chakra reviving Kimi's mother... and Mito. It was... enough to say that he over exerted his energies too quickly. Soon however, he would be able to do it again. Maybe with the power of his seal fueling him he would be able to Harness the powers deeply tied within his core... these Yukata Clan seals only inhibited him to help him 'control' his prowess. What if they were the ones holding him back. Hm...

Standing on the ridge not far away from the two he would catch the last things Kitsune said about Luna. He wasnt aware that she was a woman of faith. So, with everything considered, he'd smirk, before shifting into his shadow and reappearing within Kimi's head first he'd emerge behind her but his presence could be felt long before this. Kimi'd likely have heard his very breaths as he approached. "Sorry I am late... I was doing research... and lost track of time... I'm all yours now.", bowing before both of the ladies he'd lift his eyes to them wonderingt their reactions to what he was going to be attempting today...

Maybe it would be something that he was very well accustomed to...

Tongue Lashing and such...

 

[Kimi]

Kimi nodded. "I wouldn't dream of it." she reassured the older woman. At the question concerning the song, she nodded again. She could still feel the lingering remnants of the emotion, the feelings the song brought forth. She could hear the final notes repeating through her mind, despite the songs having since long ended. "It would be impossible for it not to." she spoke softly, her mind lost in the memory. She shook her head, drawing her attention back to what was going on before she let herself dwell on sadder times. Things were good now, comparatively at least. Kimi was getting stronger, her abilities growing more and more every day. Her music was gaining strength as well, furthering her connection with her mother in the process. It's strange how a child who knew no mother for so long could so easily find a connection with the figure. She would have said something more, but a sound distracted her thoughts.

Breathing. Someone was nearby. She turned towards the presence, a habit developed out of respect. Nobody really enjoyed holding a conversation with someone, and having them looking the complete opposite direction. A familiar voice added itself to the sounds, confirming Kimi's thoughts. Souji, the Guardian of Shadows and her mentor. She knew he was going to be there, he had some sort of business there with the gypsy. "Greetings!" she said cheerfully. She then remembered the two of them were there for something that would most likely end up being important. "Oh...I should...probably be off..." she muttered, suddenly downcast. She had no idea that Kitsune had actually sent someone to bring her there...so as far as she was concerned, she was now interrupting. "I don't want to...keep you guys from...whatever it is you're doing..." she frowned again. "Although..." she turned back towards Kitsune. "I am quite eager to continue with where we were..." she turned from one to the other, waiting to see their reactions.

 

[Ryu Hime]

Kimi was not the only one that noticed Souji’s breaths for Kitsune too has the increditable hearing of the Hashigaki. Kitsune had a feeling she knew who it was and from the sound of his voice she was right. Kitsune raises an eyebrow under her blindfold for Souji says something that did not quite make sense to her. “Late? How can you be late? You didn’t set a time. If anything I’m early.” Kitsune says with a small chuckle. Truthfully Kitsune had no idea why she was meeting Souji here. Souji merely told her to come here after her trip with the Jun, Keita. He told her nothing of what they were going to do here. Whether Kimi’s presents would be unwanted, she did not have a clue. “Before we begin, I have a small request. I have brought a friend with me that has lost her seal of power. I was wondering if you would mind scribing the Hell Seal on her forehead.” Kimi and Souji were likely staring at her with questioning looks for the both of them would only sense the presence of the three standing there. “You know there is one more tale I have yet to tell you Kimi. There is a prophecy of Luna’s return. When the seal grows weak Luna spirit will slip through the cracks and will itself a mortal vessel. She will take on a vessel that can demonstrate the full power of gypsy magic.”

A cool breeze blows through the caverns as Kitsune’s chakra rises. Her body takes on a complete new form, but due to the lack of lighting it remains unseen. The only evidence of her change they would notice is her voice. “Greetings, as I’m sure you can guess I am Luna. So you are the one my vessel has found a fancy for?" Luna walks around Souji as if studying him. As she does so Souji feels something furry graze across his leg. "Interesting. I hope my request for a seal is not too much to ask of you. I feel somewhat naked without it.”

[MFT]
Luna's Voice Sample
Edit: Decided to add an extra line.

 

[Keigo Oen]

"I'm starting to realize it now... its all becoming clear..."​

"Dont leave Kimi, I wanted you to have Kitsune help teach you how to hone your audial abilities better.", though Kitsune's questioning threw him off. asking him to seal someone whom he didnt know. It made him shift abit on the turf under his boots. 'What? Why would she ask me that...?' questioning the gypsy in his mind he would tilt his head and wonder. Was there any inclination that he would have given her about it? "Why would you want want me to seal someone I dont kno-...", Souji's face turned grey as he felt something graze his leg. Looking to Kimi then to Kitsune, there wasnt much description to go with this post...

"What... was that?", shaking his head he'd remember his prowess of seeing spirits. And the spiritual realm. "Ugh, why do you need me to seal her? What would my Sealing Energy do to help her?", Souji's mind would eclipse in thoughts he didnt know exactly what was going to transpire from this and with everything that was going on he knew that he was going to be able to Seal Kitsune's friend and still get things done with Kimi... he'd already sealed her. Would it be better for her to understand this way? He could teach her his ways... Maybe that would work.

Maybe...

[OOC sorry for the crap post.]

 

[Kimi]

A small nod. It was nice to hear that she was wanted. Though, why she was still wanted there, she couldn't exactly understand. Of course, she got the idea of Kitsune helping her with her abilities, but at the same time. They obviously had some sort of other business going on there. Everything was so confusing. The next things Kitsune said only served to further her confusion. Wasn't the story of Tia and Luna just a myth? A legend told to keep the small gypsy children amused? It couldn't be that it was actually...a prophecy? So it wasn't just some sort of fairy tale. It was...real. Or at least, Kitsune honestly and truly believed it to be. And why not? Stranger things have been known to happen. Even stranger was what happened next. A voice came from the same direction as Kitsune. There was nobody else in the room aside from the two females and Souji, so that wouldn't explain it. Yet, the voice was certainly not one of theirs. It proclaimed itself to be Luna.

Kimi paused. She turned fully towards Kitsune-Luna, an eyebrow quirked. She wanted a seal? Why was she asking Souji for...Kimi's thoughts went back to their first meeting. He had done something then, and while she didn't completely understand, she had a sinking suspicion that the two event were somehow connected. She then thought back to the story. Luna had gotten her power through the help of some sort of seal..a Hell Seal, if she remembered correctly. Could that be the seal Kitsune-Luna was referring to? Needless to say, Kimi was thoroughly confused. So, in true little-kid fashion, she announced such. "I'm really confused right now. How about...can someone shine a little light on the situation? Both metaphorically and physically, since I'm sure Souji doesn't want to spend the entire time unable to see." she half-muttered, trying not to interrupt a conversation she really didn't comprehend. Apparently Kitsune was Luna, in some strange way. She could only hope things would be explained before too long

Things were sure getting strange.

 

[Ryu Hime]

Kimi gave an excellent idea and with a roar Luna conjures a false surrounding jutsu; providing the cavern with its much needed light. In front of Souji he would see a black leopard with white spots that looked like stars in the night sky. If one would examine her closely they would see constellations within her fur patterns. She wore no blindfold but her eyes were always closed. “There now you should be able to see me with all my beauty. The reason I want the seal is because I lost it when I took this vessel. As for why you pacifically that is something you will have to ask Kitsune. There are those of the gypsy clan that have the power to give me the seal, but Kitsune has chosen you to do it."

Luna then walks over to Kimi and if she listens carefully she would her two sets of footsteps as she walked. That with the roar from before should give her a hint as to Luna’s form. “I apologize for the confusion. I am sure the lessons Kitsune have taught you have yet to sink in. Remember that all stories have a seed of truth. I am merely the inspiration to such tales you have heard.” To be a myth does not mean to be a lie. A myth is a story told to explain how the world works. “Now I feel my powers waning. I am unsure how much longer I can stay before returning back into my vessel.”

 

[Keigo Oen]

"Okay... that isnt creepy at all...", Souji would speak as he would look to the Kitsune and then being then back to Kimi, "I'm a bit confused as well.", though as the being would continue speaking he'd smirk it was all becoming clear to him now and with every passing moment he would realize that his abiltiies would be put to the test for a being that was far beyond his power however, she needed his help... why? If he sealed her he would need something in return correct? Maybe not, he could be nice... but where had that gotten him? He was still an Advanced Guardian. He was not yet Elite. "Hm... So you want me to seal you with my power so you have the power you had once upon a time?", Souji's eyes would trail the woman, being... thing.

"Whats in it for me? And how does this help Kimi...?", Souji wasnt about to go into something with himself getting screwed over in the end. He would definitely not stand for Kimi getting messed over because of him not being fully frontal.

[e.e]

 

[Kimi]

Myths and legends, strange goddesses coming back to life, everything was a mess of confusion. Kimi was what some people considered religious, sure, but the gods weren't quite like...this. You didn't often hear stories of the gods coming back to life through another. No, this was just strange. "Is she...actually a...cat?" Kimi inquired, unsure if she could believe what she was witnessing. There was a difference between believing in something/someone, and seeing them right before your eyes. It was strange. Above that, it caused Kimi to wonder. If the gypsy myths were true, what did that make her own beliefs? Did that mean they, also, were true, just as she had always believed, or did this invalidate them for the sake of their own mythologies? She had no idea, her young mind spinning in so many different directions. It was something she'd have to remember to ask Souji about at a later date.

At least she wasn't the only one confused. Souji voiced his confusion, and Kimi sighed in relief. She didn't feel quite so stupid anymore knowing that her Mentor was also stumped by this revelation. They were still on the topic of seals, and he at least seemed to know what she was talking about. Again, something she'd have to ask Souji about later...or maybe today with Kitsune as well. She seems to obviously know about them also. He inquired about where it'd get him, and her, and she quirked a brow. She wasn't sure why she ended up in the conversation, or where she fit into all of this, but she took an unconscious step back, towards Souji. "I...I don't see...I don't think I'm really...I'll shut up now..." she said after a moment's muttering. She really didn't know what to say at that moment, so she figured it'd be best if she just stayed silent. Hopefully everything would become more clear with time. Hopefully.

 

[Ryu Hime]

Luna shakes her head disappointedly at Kimi’s question of her appearance. “I am a leopard. If the fact that I am able to talk befuddles you, be aware that many animals that possess such talents. I do have a human form if the two of you find that more comfortable.” After her statement Souji makes his little request. It seems like it was only yesterday Luna was asking Kitsune a high price for power. It’s incredible how these actions tend to bite you in the rear later on. “Well I can say right now that it won’t help Kimi, but when has giving a seal ever directly affected somebody other than the receiver? Now as for you…” Luna coughs up an ethereal scroll like a hair ball. Though despite her spitting it up, it was perfectly dry to the touch. “I give you this scroll, which contains a piece of my essence. Sealed within the scroll are the skills required for one to cast illusions through instruments. I do warn you that such essence may override any current existing talents you may have. However considering you have the abilities of my oldest sister I’m sure you can find a use for it. If you bring back someone with no real talent of their own the scroll would be prefect for them.”

 

[Keigo Oen]

"Look, I understand all of this... however, it is not going to surmount to anything unless I know what I'm getting myself into. What if you're some Goddess out to rape and pillage the lands and you've just taken Kitsune's body, mind, and spirit hostage?". Souji's defensive nature for this particular situation he would have to have these questions answered as well as he could before acting in accordance to her request. There was nothing that Souji wouldnt do for Kimi at this point and if this was the incarnation of Luna, The Gypsy's goddess, then Souji would have to make assurance that he protected her with his utmost ability. He was a Human. This was a Goddess.

'Why does she need -my- power, the power bestowed upon me by one of her own... a dumbed down version of what she had before... this is fishy..." it was at this point Souji remembered that this was originally Kitsune. Was she putting a ploy to have this seal put on her? Souji wanted to chuckle but he was... nevermind, "Alright... if you could. Let me have time to think on this occurrence I didnt know this was going to happen in such a way. And sealing take alot of energy and focus. It is a supernatural power that is inhuman... Which you should know all too well which is why I'm... blown away by your request.", Souji'd nod and move in position between Kimi and the goddess...

"Kimi, we're gonna leave for the moment in time...", Looking back over his shoulder he had a look of pure seriousness in him, even he did not know why but yeah...


[Topic Left w/Kimi if allowed - IF Kimi leaves Souji leaves.]

 

[Kimi]

Kimi took a step towards Souji. This was all so strange. She really didn't know what to think of it all, and it seemed, neither did her shadowy mentor. He was questioning Kitsune-Luna-Cat-Thing, and it didn't seem the most friendly of conversation. Souji seemed wary of the feline-goddess, and it was probably smart of him to be so. From what Kitsune had told her of Luna's story, she wasn't always the best of goddesses. Caution was wise. She heard Souji step between herself and the goddess, and instinctively stepped into his shadow. She wasn't scared of Kitsune, but Souji's reaction caused her to be a little more cautious. "But...Kitsune?" she tilted her head in curiosity. What about their pink-haired friend? This goddess was part of her, taken her over, who knows what. Weren't they going to do something about that? "This...Luna-goddess won't hurt her, will she?" she looked up to Souji, worry plain on her face. She thought of Kitsune as a friend, and didn't quite like the thought that her friend could be in danger. "It's safe to leave Kitsune here?" she didn't bother to speak quietly, knowing full well that even at her barest whisper, the other would hear.

She reached out a hand to grasp Souji's cloak. "I'll go with you...but I worry." she nodded, letting her mentor lead her. "Bye Kitsune!...uh...Luna!" she gave a wave, trying to be cheerful, yet not quite into it.

She really didn't like this.
Not one bit.

[topic left unless stopped by Kitsune/Luna]