Fallen-Angel // Attire // Hex: #a39d9d
Now take what I offer
Straight up the nose down the throat
It's a bearable bruise on your conscious
But don't it feel good?
Don't you feel calmer
I am the way and the life in the best looking truth
Neden simply nodded as Rosie began to say that she didnât blame them for leaving, and confirmed that a lot of the folk around Greythorne werenât happy with what they were told. But how many people knew the truth? Neden didnât know, hoping not the entire town but, if they knew, they deserved the right to know. Otherwise it would have felt disingenuous to be back in Greythorne, living a lie. Something that kept coming back to their mind whenever they dwelled on those thoughts. The angel blinked as Rosie said that this wasnât a conversation for now, which was very true. They could have this conversation anywhere else, and even a whole other time. Neden just wanted her to know that what was said, Neden meant it. Leaving was something they regretted, but it was a better choice than to stay. Least itâs what they kept telling themselves. Nodding, Neden knew the others would have an easier time in the woods than they would, they were creatures and beings of nature, it was literally their element and they knew how to use it to their advantage better than Neden could have. That was much true anyway.
The angel gave a small chuckle as Rosie had said sheâd need their help within the town, keep the streets taken care of, being better suited for open areas than a condensed forest. Neden gave another small and curt nod as Rosie said sheâd deal with Travis later as well, but that she never doubted Neden or felt like she couldnât trust them. Something that helped lighten the weight that they felt on their shoulders. Some pressure was lifted and felt easier to breathe. Knowing that at least one person they werenât sure on how well theyâd react to seeing Neden once more, helped relieve them a little more. âRosie, I-â Neden was cut off as a familiar voice called out from behind them. Turning around, Neden saw Evelyn holding someone in her arms as she seemed to be struggling to hold on to whoever it was. Neden immediately took note of the blood that stained her clothing, as well as the tears in her clothing, a small pit formed in their stomach. They already had a small idea of what the vampire was about to say, hoping it wasnât the case. But sure enough, the moment Evelyn started speaking, reality hit them like a truck.
Nedenâs heart began to beat rapidly in their chest as Evelyn explained everything. She was hurt, and Travis had offered to help. Cursing to themselves Neden began to pace a bit as they tried to think of what to do. Looking up at Rosie as she said theyâd need to go back to her house and figure everything out there, and that it was the safest spot to work everything out. Theyâd be a sitting duck if they just stayed out in the open. It took Neden a moment to realize what Rosie had said, that she needed them and that it would be best to have them follow as sheâd need their help. Neden simply only nodded and began to follow the vampire and siren, unsheathing their swords once more as they began to make their way through town once again. Nedenâs mind was racing, this was their fault. They let Travis out of the safety of Rosieâs basement to begin with. If they just followed their gut instinct, and left Travis back there, this wouldnât have happened. He would have been safe and left unharmed. They were so stupid to have let him out and been left alone. Neden should have just left him there. It would have been better than what had happened.
Traversing the townâs streets didnât prove to be as much of a struggle as they had thought it would have been. There were a few Hunters in their way, which they quickly took care of, leaving their bodies littering the streets behind them as they pressed on to Rosieâs home in the woods. Once the small home was finally in view, Neden kept their guard up for any more Hunters as they made their way to the small home. After making sure the others had entered the house, Neden quickly stepped inside the small home, locking the door as they entered, âAlright, uhm...Uh, What do you need my help for, Rosie?â the angel questioned, keeping their eyes focused on the windows and doors of the home.
Witch // Attire // Hex: #800000
All these voices in my head get loud
And I wish that I could shut them out
I'm sorry that I let you down
Oh, let you down
Jaiden sighed a bit with relief when Zoe confirmed that she was okay, physically at least anyway. There was no way she was okay with what happened just then, seeing someone just burst into flames was never easy no matter how many times someone saw it. Jaiden just wished no one had to witness it, especially not someone like Zoe. She didnât deserve that, Jaiden cursed under her breath. Looking back down at her arm for a minute as blood trickled down her forearm due to the wound further along her arm. It stung like a bitch, but she knew sheâd have to grin and bare it for now, all they had to do was get somewhere safe and they could treat the wound then. Not now. Jaiden blinked for a moment when she felt someone touch her arm, almost reeling back on instinct, but once realizing it was only Zoe checking the wound caused her to ease up a little. âYeah, they uh...They all have weapons either made of silver or at least coated in it, among other things depending on what...what people theyâre dealing with..â Jaiden muttered in response to Zoeâs question.
Nodding slowly as Zoe mentioned how theyâd need to get somewhere safe and have to prevent the wound from further exposure or worsening due to infection. Jaiden wanted to stay and fight, at least help the others the best she could, but deep down, she knew sheâd only be in further trouble if they stayed here. Zoe clearly wasnât a fighter, and her already being injured like this was definitely a sign to get out of there and somewhere safe. âYouâre right...We need to get out of here. Stay close and we should be able to get back to my house easily. Itâs not that far from here, and the quickest way is less traveled and shouldnât have many Hunters, if any. Jaiden blurted out, looking around as she stayed close to Zoe. After making sure there were no more Hunters, Zoe grabbed onto Zoeâs hand and held it tightly as the two proceeded to quickly make their way through the town, dodging and weaving their way through the townâs streets, making their way to the direction of the forest. Jaiden quickly pulled them to the side of a building as a group of Hunters began approaching them from a side street, but watched as four werewolves sprung out from their hiding spot from a roof and took the Hunters by surprise and easily took care of them within seconds. Looking back at Zoe Jaiden spoke with a hushed tone, âIt isnât much further, but we will have to cut through the treelineâŠAlright? Letâs go.â she said and they were once more making their way across the street and quickly hidden along the trees and bushes in the forest.
Staying low and out of sight the best they could as they crept along, Jaiden made sure that Zoe was okay, even if her heart felt like it was about to burst out of her chest. She was terrified, but all they had to do was make it home and theyâd be fine. They were only about a few more yards away from where her house was when the sound of a twig snapping ahead of them caused her to stop and watch, as ahead of them a Hunter crossed the main path they were on, just barely looking over them as they continued onward. The small home was finally within eyesight, and no Hunters were around that they could see, as a few Spriggans and Dryads patrolled the woods. This spot was clear for the most part, except for the few Hunters that remained. Jaiden quickly unlocked the front door with her key and the two quickly ran inside the house, locking the door behind them. Jaiden sighed as she placed her hands against the door, giving herself a moment to calm herself down as her heart was still racing in her chest. âUhm, we should be fine here as long as we stay away from the windows for the most part. Just donât make too much noise until this is over, and...Some of the forest folk should let us know whenever that isâŠâ Jaiden said with a small sigh, rushing her hand through her hair as she thought on what to do. âUhm, I guess...Make yourself at home here? Gonna be here for a while-â Jaiden was cut off as a crash came from the kitchen, sounded like glass. Her heart began to race once more as her immediate thought was a Hunter breaking in, but barely ten seconds later a small, black form dodged out of the kitchen with a small squeak. âJesus christ, Nox...You scared me.â Jaiden chuckled awkwardly as the small black cat sauntered over to her, rubbing up against her leg. Picking the kitten up, Jaiden stroked the felineâs back with her hand, âWhereâs your sister, hm?â the witch mused for a moment, before remembering that someone else was with her. âRight. Zoe, this is Nox, and his sister is somewhere around here..â Jaiden said quizzically, wondering where her other cat was. âUhm, how does tea sound? Or coffee? Or maybe even water? Or something else? Lotâs of options to choose from, if youâre thirsty that is.â