Byni ~Halfling~
| *Taking the glass he placed in front of her and holding it out for him to see clearly, she twirled a finger over the dark liquor, watching as it followed her motion and rose from the glass in a perfect cycle* I am afraid I am mostly good for parlour tricks. My specialization is astral projection and hunting. Once I get a piece of someone's life force, such as blood then I can follow them for life. Even without them knowing it. I do a bit of summoning as well. *Lifting her shoulders in a light shrug, she let the liquid drop back into the glass before going on* I am already going to out live you by at least two hundred years. That is what our bloodline has accomplished over the centuries. We take the blood or semen of full blooded males and breed it into female witches, thus how we are what we are. The witches have discovered a secret to immortality and thus, so have we. Now we are trying to breed it into our DNA; something that will become natural. We have a long way to go but we have come a long way. And as I said, we have been asked to intervene for your side of this new war. Imagine what it is we could do for you. What we can do; they would never see coming nor would they have a rebute for. Not even with their werewolves. In return, we ask for your men. We have perfected to the point where blood is all we need. We have learned how to manipulate the genes of already pregnant female humans. We are progressing in our studies on how to do this with pure breeds and we are willing to share everything we have with your pack. While you are too old for us to help, your children are not. If we can reach them before their change, we can start to manipulate their genes. () 3:49:27pm |
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Yuri ~Alpha~
| If it weren't for the fact that my children are home and my wife would murder us both, I would almost consider bringing you to my home. I however, would like to keep my head. *Offering her something of a smile as he lifted the two glasses of dark liquor he had poured, he crossed the room, offering one to her before taking a seat and folding one leg over the other as he took a long drink.* Ah, polite conversation. I know it well. *Falling silent as she began to explain, he lifted his glass once more to his lips, pausing before he could take a drink as she dropped the bombshell. Witholding the many questions he had as she held up a hand to silence him, he regained his composure, allowing her to continue as he took a sip and placed the glass aside.* I'll admit, I thought I smelled something a little odd about you, but you hide it well enough. I wouldn't have guessed devil's blood in your veins. Just to be clear, I know many other Lycans would say that yes, halfbreeds are entirely useless. Useless in breeding, in strengthening bloodlines, all the things we're supposed to be concerned with. But even without your ...powers.. I wouldn't consider you useless. I find a use for everything, even the most useless. *Allowing a small smile to tug at the corners of his mouth, he continued on.* That aside, I'll admit, I don't know anything about your abilities or what you would be able to do to prolong our life span. As it sits, we're lucky to see a full 100 years as we tend to kill one another well before then. () 10:39:08pm |
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Byni ~Halfling~
| I understand. I wouldn't take a stranger home either. *Shrugging away the layers of furs, she couldn't help the shiver that came over her at the sudden change in tempature. Turning her attention back to him, she smiled and went on* Gray chatted but he didn't talk. He always leaves that to me. *Motioning to the couch, she sat down before going on* I will be blunt about this. Gray is the leader of a pack of half breeds. While that is not news, what we do is. We are half witches and warlocks. *Lifting a hand to silent any questions, she went on* It is something our families and packs have practiced for centuries. We are striving to extend the life of Lycans beyond a few hundred years. And normally we stay out of your conflicts but we have been asked to intervene for your cause. Half breeds makes us useless. But half breeds with abilities.. we can be useful. () 10:27:42pm |
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Yuri ~Alpha~
| *Watching in silence as she approached, he dropped the finished cigarette to the ground, taking her slender hand in his as she offered it and giving it a gentle squeeze as he inhaled her unfamiliar scent.* I did. *Allowing her to remove her hand from his grasp, he briefly pondered before motioning for her to follow as he turned away and began walking a familiar path deeper into the woods.* My apologies, I tend to forget not everyone is as familiar with Russian weather as I am. Luckily, you came on a warm day. *Glancing over his shoulder, he flashed a small, playful smile before turning his attention back to the trail. Picking up the pace as the cabin came into view, he paused in front of the door, quickly unlatching it before pushing it open and motioning for her to enter.* It should be warmer in here. I would invite you to my home, but I'm sure you understand why that would be a bad idea. *Closing the door, he shrugged away his heavy coat as the warmth of the room greeted them, motioning for her to take a seat as he made his way to the small bar.* Gray was chatty enough, but lacked detail on what exactly your role is, so if you could fill that in, I would very much appreciate it. () 10:12:19pm |
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Byni ~Halfling~
| *Wrapping the heavy furs tighter around her slender frame as she moved through the forest, the mixture of his scent and cigarettes leading the way* I have forgotten how cold Russia gets. *Offering up a friendly smile as she came to stop in front of him, taking in his unfamiliar features and extending a gloved hand towards him* I am Byni. I am sure you spoke briefly to Gray. *Shielding back a shiver as a wave of cold washed over her again, she went on* I enjoy small talk but it is too cold for that. How about I simply explain who we are and what we are to you now? () 9:43:37pm |
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Yuri ~Alpha~
| *Speaking quickly in his native language, he held the cell phone between his shoulder and ear as he cupped a hand around the lighter's flame, shielding it against the wind as he pressed it to the end of the cigarette. Inhaling deeply, he exhaled the smoke slowly a moment later as he spoke.* It's the council meetings, of course I'll be there, though not that I will find it of any interest. *Arching a brow as his brother spoke up on the other end of the line, he took another long drag as he debated for only a moment.* They're kitsune, they're expendable. Pay the ones who make enough noise, kill the ones who won't take the money. Either way, send a message. *Ending the call a moment later, he pocketed the phone, glancing out over the snow filled forest as he finished the last of the cigarette.* () 9:37:28pm |
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Sevin ~Lycanthrope~
| Oh please, I thought we were being honest? You live on the same side of the country as the American Alpha and have no dealings with at least him? Tsk, tsk. Come on. *Taking a small sip of the dark drink, he held back a cringe at the way it burned on the way down before going on* I am not asking so that we can be besties. I am asking because you bears are starting to stick your noses where it doesn't belong and if you're going to do that then it is time to see which team you're playing for. I mean, look at what happened to the Russians. My mother always told me to pick the good friends. *Tsking again softly but more sarcarcasticall y, he took another sip before going on* So I am here on a goodwill mission. Narciso wants to be friends. Which means Kaisa, Yuri, and Alejandro want to be friends. Which is better than what you're surrounded with right now. But only if you're willing to shut up and sit down like good little teddy bears. () 1:24:57pm |
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Bronx ~Alpha~
| My pack has very little dealings with the Russian pack, as most bear packs don't necessarily get along outside of our own. You may stay here as long as you like, your little girlfriend can sniff around every corner, but you won't be getting what you want. You won't see any Russian bears.. or any other bears here for that matter outside of this pack. *Keeping his emotions well concealed as the other man finally got to the point, he unfolded his arms from across his broad chest, moving past him to a nearby cabinet and reaching inside. Withdrawing an older bottle of dark liquor, he retrieved two glasses, pouring a bit into both before facing the other man once more and sliding the second glass toward him.* I don't deal with dogs. Not for food, not for shelter and certainly not for fun. Narcisso would know that if he did a little homework... too bad he was the one left in charge after your Alpha was killed. Lesser of the evils, hm? *Giving him a knowing look, he took a long drink from the glass before continuing.* And if I were doing business with a wolf.. any wolf.. it'd be none of his business. () 1:15:39pm |
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Sevin ~Lycanthrope~
| Wait... so you.. *Pausing, he pointed at a him* Want me.. *Pausing again, he pointed a finger at himself* To be honest with you? Really, if I do that, where does that leave any hope of a good conversation? Like I said, no brains. *Sighing in almost a moment that was mixed with defeat and resolve, he moved to one of the bar stools and sat down, making himself comfortable as he spun around and took in the unfamiliar settings* We know the Russians are moving. Logical reasoning points to here but we could be wrong. You might all band together like a big, burly brotherhood or they could hide out in the snow. I am guessing if I sit here and chit chat long enough, I am going to find out. Hmm? *Circling back to face the larger man, he lifted a curious but knowing brow* If they come here, you can't hide them from me forever. I can sit here all night. Or hell you could kill me. I mean, doesn't matter. Like you said, I am not alone. And I know that while you might look and wonder, you won't find her. So lets cut to the chase, yes? Narciso wants to know what your dealing with the wolves are. Any wolf. Pick one. () 8:02:36pm |
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Bronx ~Alpha~
| It doesn't take brains to kill and eat something... or someone. *Falling silent, he watched the other man's movements closely, listening as he spoke.* Your pack would do that sort of thing... as would every other wolf pack in existence outside of a very select few whom we have treaties with. But even those ties are frayed at best. You're not here on a goodwill mission seeing as how you and I really don't know one another and bears don't like outsiders. Whatever you're scouting for, you won't find. You're right, not all of us are genius or gifted in the intelligence department, some of us are lucky enough to have enough brain cells not to starve to death. But, we're secretive and protective and what you'll visibly find while scouting this land won't tell you what you want to know. So I've allowed you inside, I have yet to sound the alarm, you can do me the favor of telling me exactly what it is that you want. Because you've taken a pretty long and pointless plane ride to just shoot the shit. *Giving him a knowing look, he unfolded his arms, collecting his cell phone and sending a quick, cryptic message before deleting the text chain entirely.* If you've come to find a few females in heat, you're out of luck, breeding season isn't for another few months. No shame in it, I know it can be a fetish between different breeds of Lycans and our women are superior, afterall. () 12:28:30am |
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Sevin ~Lycanthrope~
| Yeah, bears aren't known for brains. *Shrugging his shoulders as he moved into the house, ignoring the recluctant invitation* Of course I am with someone else. You really think Narciso would let me out of my cage alone? Pfft.. I might cause trouble or something. Honestly the trust issues that man has. I was one of Felix's top students. Practically the best thing to ever happen to that pack. And yet, he treats me like a secret girlfriend. If not for the occasional cuddling, I'd be offended. *Turning on his heel to face the taller man, he shook his tension off and actually relaxed* Oh no reason. I am guessing your heard what happened to your Russian cousins. Scandalous, really. I mean, come on. Who does that kind of thing? And who is next? You? Me? I mean, not me.. I am too smart for that. So I am just here making sure you and your's are all perfectly safe and sound. () 11:32:59pm |
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Bronx ~Alpha~
| *Hiding the fact that he had been startled by the sudden tap on the door, he narrowed his gaze as he turned a sharp look to the other man, debating whether he should open the door for him. Knowing he would invite himself inside whether welcomed or not, he rose to his feet, closing the distance with a few strides and pausing only long enough to release a low sigh before pulling open the door.* Or, you're not a threat and they didn't feel like wasting their energy. Bold move coming here... what can I do for you? *Inhaling discreetly, he looked him over a moment before folding his arms and leaning back against the island counter.* You're traveling with another, you're keeping them well hidden for now, I presume? () 11:17:45pm |
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Sevin ~Lycanthrope~
| *Whistling a tune his mother had taught him, not quietly either; he folded his arms behind him as he walked up the length of the driveway. Not allowing his eye contact to break from the house in front of him, he grinned to himself when he didn't sense any others around. Silencing his whistling and quieting his foot steps, he moved around to the back of the house and paused briefly outside a kitchen window, seeing the other man. Biting a grin, he walked over to the kitchen doors and gently knocked on the glass* Hey Bronx, your security sucks. () 11:11:48pm |
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Bronx ~Alpha~
| *Pacing the length of the long kitchen, he checked his watch once again, having stared at it off and on constantly for the last hour. As the text of their arrival finally chimed through, he stopped pacing, closing his eyes as he released a breath he didn't know he was holding. Retrieving his cell phone, he selected the name of one of the pack members waiting at the airport.* They're here. Get them into the vans and take the route we practiced, double back if you need to but make sure you're not followed. *Ending the call, he drug a hand down his tired features, sinking down into one of the nearby chairs.* () 11:07:12pm |
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Borya ~Lycanthrope~
| You're lucky I don't have your problem and can't use my brains to solve problems. *Flashing him a quick, playful smile, she leaned up and pressed a kiss to his cheek* I will sit down and play nice with everyone. I guarantee nothing on making friends though. I barely like my own pack. *Moving away from him and gently taking the twins from him one at a time to make sure they did not wake up, she motioned for him to go get the other man* He deserves it, Torvi. At least he is willing to try so take it a little easy on him, hm? *Giving him a knowing look, she gently nudged him again in order to get him moving* () 10:27:17pm |
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Torvi ~Lycanthrope~
| I know, but this time, it's different, Bor. *Trying not to allow the worry he felt to creep into his voice, he nodded at her silent compromise.* Information of any kind right now is more valuable than you know. We don't know our asses from our heads right now and I feel like we're running in a circle trying to figure out who the fuck is ballsy enough to do this shit and why. The less I have to worry about you and the kids, the better we'll all be. *Glancing down at the sleeping newborns as they rested against his chest, he turned his gaze to her for a moment before speaking.* I guess I can let Stanos see them. Not that I'm happy about it, but I might as well die with one less thing on my conscience. () 10:19:06pm |
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Borya ~Lycanthrope~
| Do I look like someone who sits around and makes friends? *Glancing up at him as she looked at him sarcastically, she held back an eye roll and snuggled closer into his larger frame as she felt her discomfort finally beginning to settle* I am not going to sit around and do nothing. End of story. I didn't sit around and do nothing with three kids and I won't do it with five. *Softening her voice in a moment of sympathy for him, she went on* But I can find out information without roaming around and looking for it. Thankfully these new cubs will make people drop their guard and open their mouths. () 9:41:26pm |
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Torvi ~Lycanthrope~
| *Rolling his eyes as she spoke, he silently mocked her, allowing her to finish before speaking.* What do you do best, Bor? Have kids? Because you've met the quota for the year, so yeah, I think it's time you sit your ass down and go into hiding because I love these little shits, but I am not raising them alone. *Glancing down at his sister, he gave her a knowing look before continuing.* It's not for long... hopefully. But, we can't risk any females and children being hurt, not when our numbers are so low. Last breeding season didn't go well. That aside, I am not ready to lose my sister. I can't do my job if I'm worried about you the entire time. So, sit on your ass and make a new friend or two. () 8:41:29pm |
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Borya ~Lycanthrope~
| *Lifting a brow in surprise as she listened to her little brother rely what the alpha had told him but she couldn't resist letting out a scoff a few moments later* You can hide and I will do what I do best. *Rolling her eyes, she went on* I am not going into hiding. I will do what Sacha asks because I have to but I am not some whimpering woman who is going to sit around while you're out. I have five children to think about and with or without you, or Stanos, I am not going to do nothing. So you let him know that. And that I demand first class when ever he decides to send me off. () 11:58:08pm |
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Torvi ~Lycanthrope~
| The boys' fathers don't come around and we've done perfectly fine without them. What would make Stanos so fucking special to think he's needed? Afterall, they do have me. I'm all anyone would ever need in their life. *Flashing her a playful smile, he turned his attention from the twin in his arms to the one who rested in her's, smiling down at the now sleeping newborn.* Of course he does, Freddy is always hungry. I won't be surprised if he immediately does a taste test when he meets them. *Shifting the twin in his arms, he carefully used his free hand to scoop up the younger one from her grasp, giving he a silent look as he knew she would protest. Easing back, he held both newborns against his chest as he made himself comfortable.* Sacha is giving me a week to get you well enough to move. The kids, you and I will be on a private plane to the US. We're going underground with another pack... well, you and the kids will be going underground while I will be doing what I do best. () 10:17:21pm |
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