melodiesoflife | I've made mistakes [semi-open]

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I've made mistakes [semi-open]

Who: Dylas and somewhat open (to friends, to people who would stop by the labs late at night).
When: Mid-January, 2AM at night
Where: Aqures Ixen Laboratories
What: Dylas confronts his shadow—alone and in the dark. Concerned, his Moogle, Koporo, frantically searches for help. But will it be too late?
Warnings: Violence, swearing, definitely blood, mentions of things in his permissions post.

['I need to face it after midnight’. That’s what he’d told the Moogle lab workers, citing his Vampire job as his reason behind facing his Calamity Self so late at night. In truth, he hadn’t heard a lot about the process. He knew enough about it that he didn’t want anyone else there while it happened, at least. It was something he’d handle himself. After spending so much time in Ryslig, forced to endure horror after horror, surely it wasn’t something he’d need the assistance of others for.

He was wrong, and his decision left Koporo flying out of the lab, hurriedly seeking out Dylas’ “friends”, waking them if he had to, urging them to come to the laboratory. ‘Dylas is making a big mistake, kupo! It’s really bad, kupo!’

When the first person arrives to the labs, they’ll find two sights instead of one. Dylas is always the first sight. He always stands at over seven feet tall. The obsidian black claws on his hands always look ominous, as does the way his face always contorts when it snarls. His long periwinkle hair and matching tail flow behind him as he takes a defensive stance against the opposite figure, a mirror copy except for three notable features: the Calamity version of himself isn’t fatigued, and his purple eyes are glowing forebodingly.

Dylas glances in the direction of the first person to find him, his ears flicking in the direction of arriving footsteps. There’s panic in his eyes, and then resolve. He’s clutching his right arm, part of his jacket burned away from a previous blast and leaving burned skin beneath it.]

Go home! I don’t need you here!

[But then the Other Dylas turns towards the first arrival...and starts to cry, lifting his arm to cover his face as he resumes his sobbing.]

W̨e'̶re͏ ̢so lon҉e̢ly͠..̷.̵!͞ ͜Wé'̷re͠ ͞alw̨ays ́so ͞lonel̢y!

[Dylas' eyes flick back to his other self's and then to the floor as his Calamity counterpart continues to cry and sniffle.]

Don't listen to him! He's a lying asshole!

[ooc; This is open to anyone Dylas would consider a friend or anyone who would stop by so late at night! If you’re unsure as to whether or not Koporo would seek out your character for help, just shoot me a PM or a plurk at

ForestTemple. ♥♥]

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[The reason for Ales being here is a mystery even he doesn't understand. Having a Calamity Hero would be terrible for everyone. That's just pure logic. But after talking with Lydia in December, the possibility of an emotion called "caring for your friends enough that you go out of your way to help them" was brought up.

Maybe Ales does have a chance to be "good", or whatever the popular definition of "good" was. More pressingly, his entire body hurts. Being able to only heal minor wounds during battle does not make the fight any more comfortable, and he currently is lying on his back, unable to see Dylas' tears. For now.]

Agreed. The normal response after this is "I need to go home and take a nap." I think I need one as well.

( as the clouds of her cloud barrier finally dissipated, there stood midna in her true form. the mirror of twilight, which had been floating just above her hand disappears as well, back to where ever it was that it laid dormant. when she finally turned, her eyes went first to dylas, whom she seemed to nearly float over towards on bare feet, toes barely touching the ground in her haste.

a hand found its way to his shoulder, resting there gently. she had never quite been one to know how to comfort others in their time of need but this... just felt right. )

Can you stand? ( she's here to help him to his feet, should he need it. )

[Ales is the weirdest bug Dylas has ever met, but it seems pretty clear to him that his Calamity self would have killed him without them. He's not the kind of person to give up a fight, so without their intervention...he doesn't really want to think about it right now.

There's a part of him that almost wants to laugh at Ales. If anyone looks like they're about to take a nap, it's him. And then there's the touch of a hand on his shoulder from someone he never really expected to look...quite like Midna does now. His memories from during his limit break are hazy, but he remembers everything that came after.]

Of course I can stand. [He scoffs, trying to sound a little more like his normal self. But he doesn't stand. His eyes are a little unfocused, and he takes a potion that Koporo is offering him to his left and drinks that, hoping it will give him a bit more clarity.] I'm just...exercising my right not to stand at the moment.

[Some things will never change, at least, but he does lift his right hand and places it over Midna's.]

[Ales is no bug. Probably. Bugs aren't soft and squishy in a way that doesn't kill them. Teensie biology isn't a topic is is comfortable discussing with other species.

With another minute of rest, Ales pushes himself onto his elbows to watch the other two. He has some questions about Midna and her abilities, but that can wait when he doesn't feel like dying.]

How long do you plan on exercising that right? [He says, not planning on standing any sooner than Dylas.]

( there's a pull at her lips with a— ) Hmph. ( and midna finds herself smiling. pulling her hand back, she moves to pull his along with her own and places it down next to him, squeezing it gently with the motion. )

Good, you won't need any healing in that case. ( there's a slow blink as she looks him over again, then looks over ales' way. )

And you, Ales? Any worse for wear? None of us seem to be in any more than one piece, at least, heh.

[we totally forgot that dylas can't restore his health with potions, so we're going to assume he just drank someone's blood instead okay? okay, thanks koporo for bringing a vial of blood over from somewhere in the lab

But regardless, it starts to make him feel more energized. He still doesn't want to stand. His mind is swimming. There are too many things he thinks he should do or words he thinks he should say but it's hard to pick the right ones. He squeezes Midna's hand in response and scoffs.]

The last thing I want to do right now is heal myself. I've had enough of fangs and claws for one day. [There's no doubt about it, his Calamity self managed to scar him in a few more places. What fun.

But then he drops his head down, ears flicking with him.] I'm sorry. I never should've done this on my own. You two are way too nice to a dumbass like me.

Exhausted. Sore from where I was knocked around, but not as bad as exploding. Trust me, the latter is one of the most painful ways to die. [And if it happens again, there might not be a body left to revive within five minutes. It's unusual to be thankful for those deaths, else he'd be more upset at coming out of this fight injured.

He waves a hands around while resting on his other elbow.] Healing would be appreciated if you still have the energy. And don't think I'm doing this out of the kindness of my heart. Do you know how dangerous it would be to allow a Shadow walking around? It was in the interest of the general public that I came here.

[Because why admit there are people you care about on more than a practical level? What kind of person can unironically give friendship speeches at times like this? Ales won't.]

( quiet while they speak, midna finally releases dylas' hand, slowly moving it upwards... to deliver a solid flick to his forehead. if he looks up, there's a smirk that could almost be mistaken for a loving gaze waiting for him. )

I suppose we're just as guilty of profound stupidity for coming after you in the end. I've always said as much about the heroes that were brought to this world, anyway.

( with that, she closed her eyes, concentrating from deep within as she called forth the healing powers of zelda's gift to wash over ales. opening them again, she gives him a slight nod, hoping that managed to at least help a little. she wasn't exactly the healing and nurturing type... at least, not before she arrived in this world. and not before she had found others she cared to be that person for...

which is exactly the reason she's gazing back towards dylas, now. ) You both look as though you could use that rest sooner than later. ( she was lucky, her transformation into her true form had come with just the boost in energy, magic, and power that she had needed to get through all of this. and now to see it to a happy conclusion. )

Ales. Take the loftwing that awaits outside the lab. It might not be as familiar as a chocobo, but it will see you home. Leave the dumbass here to me.

That sounds like something I'd say, Ales. But...uh...same. I'm glad I didn't end up exploding you, too, I guess.

[He's not sure he completely buys it, but he also doesn't know Ales well enough to say for sure. He'll half call him out on his bullshit, then. Noncommittally. And then there's Midna to deal with, suddenly unleashing a flick right between his eyes.]

Ow!

[Always the complainer. The flick catches him offguard and he winces. Were it anyone else flicking him, he might've accidentally snarled, but instead all he does is let his ears grump for him. They twitch down and he scoffs. He deserves a flick.]

I deserved that. Ales, if you can't see, Midna is hurting me. [He sounds so incredibly pained and sarcastic to reveal that. He's still not sure if he's ready to stand, not when healing spells won't work on him to much effect, but he can at least be thankful that she's healing Ales. But he whips his head up suddenly.]

W-wait. Don't send him away yet. There's something else I need to say.

That's nice. [Said with a smile in regards to Dylas being bullied. Ales is busy with standing up and smoothing his clothing. Running around knocked his hat and jacket out of line, and before he could go outside he had to look decent.]

Anyway, if you two are done, I'll be on my way-- [He turns on his head to the door. To the loftwing and sleep!

Except not. Ales spins back, his eyes forced open and his grin changed to a closed smile.]

What is it?

( with almost deliberate slowness, midna turns back to dylas, studying his expression for a few moments. her long lashes fell just as her head bows just slightly, inclining towards him in a nod— conveying both her understanding and encouragement.

dylas' face off with his shadow had had much to do with his imposed imprisonment, the loneliness of solitude and the burdens he bore alone. she was almost proud to think that he might be turning over a new leaf immediately, by asking ales to stay for a moment more. )

Should I leave the two of you alone? ( she isn't being entirely serious, as indicated by that impish glint in her eyes. )

No.

[His voice is suddenly more firm than before when he responds to Midna first. She needs to stay for this. He looks up at her with determination, which is...a little terrifying, considering his overbite and the fact he doesn't know how to look relaxed. Really. He looks pissed off, but that's not what he feels.]

I need someone else to hear what I'm about to say. ...I wish I were standing for this, but this will have to do.

[He takes a deep breath. ...there's sound this time, because he's way too tired to capitalize on the silence of his vampire job, but he reaches out and snatches Midna's hand before she can move too far away. Immediately, he rubs his clawed thumb over the back of her hand. She's so different like this.]

The...the other me didn't finish saying it. And I'm an asshole idiot who isn't really worth anyone's time when it comes to...this particular thing. So I need...someone else to hear me say this. So I can't go back on it.

[His ears flick a few times.]

I...do more than trust you, Midna. I'm scared sometimes...that I might wake up and find out you're not here anymore to order me around. Or that I might sleep and wake up as one of those crystals, or...or anything. If you'll have me, I'll...never leave you. I'm still a dumbass. I'm not great with my feelings and I have a lot of baggage, but...I could be your dumbass.

Edited 2017-03-29 06:11 (UTC)

[Underneath the cloak, it's difficult to see how Ales' shoulders scrunch upward. He had hoped for something else, a request to see things through, another stupid put-down. Not this...feelings. Opening himself up to Lydia and the others was bad enough, and while this hasn't gone full confession--

It's going to get there.

He has to stay, but it's going to be awkward, right? This is a private thing, he shouldn't be here, right? What does Dylas want him to do? Should he be encouraging?

His beady eyes dart to Midna, then to Dylas.]

( midna had also been expecting something entirely different. some bro-hug, or at least a 'thanks for being there even though we pretend we're not friends' but what came out of dylas' mouth instead lowered her bottom jaw so that her mouth hung open in surprise just slightly.

in the body of an imp, surrendering or even acknowledging the things she had started to feel for dylas was out of the question. she's searching his face, his eyes, his ears, for any hint that he was suffering from a massive head injury, but the sincerity in his tone is something she can't explain away.

her lip trembles just slightly as she looks from dylas— then turns her head to ales, where her cheeks rush with pink realizing he's a spectator... at dylas' insistence, no less.

she turns away from them both now, grabbing hold of dylas' wrist this time with the motion, and squeezing it. ) You... idiot.

( she mumbles, though her voice regains its footing as she continues. ) After all this— of course I won't let you go.

[He's not sure what led them to this or when he started caring. Had it been after he'd spoken to Midna inside of his jail cell? Or maybe after they moved in together? But he knew what cemented it, he couldn't forget that. It had been all that time in her world. Fighting together, fighting for her. At some point, meaning had begun to creep back into Dylas' undead heart. He'd seen what she was really like, understood there were reasons she couldn't say what she couldn't.

At some point, he started waking up and hoping Midna was still in the house. He started looking forward to bringing home food or cooking, if not for her, but to leave leftovers behind that she could finish at her leisure. And now, seeing her like this, in what he knows is her true form...it's a person he can not only stand by, but really be with.

Even if she reverts back, he'll wait for this form again.

He exhales a huge sigh of relief.]

I thought you were going to say no. You have terrible taste in boyfriends.

[The humor is a bit depressing, but given their own tendency to think in the shadows, it's probably not too surprising.

Or at least, not as surprising as when he kisses her hand while it's still close enough to him, holding onto his wrist like that. And then he rests his forehead against it, closing his eyes, smiling to himself.]

I think you can send Ales away now. I don't want him to throw up and blame it on me.

Edited 2017-03-30 02:02 (UTC)

[...Despite how much he feels like he's intruding, Ales has to admit it's kind of cute. Good to see two people he doesn't dislike getting along and being happy. He guesses. As long as they don't start aggressively making out in front of him.

But since he was only here to witness and Midna isn't repulsed, he assumes his job is done. Thank whatever deity he doesn't believe in that Dylas agrees. He bows - practiced and strained - and turns away.]

Wouldn't want to keep you lovebirds late for whatever you have planned, am I right?

[He might just go back home. It's late and work desks aren't good places to sleep.]

It's a good thing his taste makes up for it, then.

( she can't help it. she's blushing as he kisses her hand. it had been so long since she'd been treated as the lady she really was, and to think that this uncouth dead mess of a man was the one behind it... seemed both extremely unlike and fitting all the same.

she's finally smiling. it's not even a smirk this time, as she leans slightly forward to press her head against both his and their hands, the adornment on her head jingling gently with the motion.

this... is happiness, isn't it?
grounding herself back to reality again, she quietly clears her throat, pulling just slightly away to watch their teensie friend. )

Thank you, Ales. ( she calls as he turns away. she wouldn't forget how he struggled today for dylas. and only hoped that someday... she would be able to repay him in kind. ~~possibly by kicking his ass in the future, apparently.~~

pushing herself up, she moves to try and pull dylas to his feet, supporting his weight as best she can with a gentle tug. ) Well? Shall we go home too? Unless you plan on spending the rest of the night on this laboratory floor. ( and there's that smirk, back in its rightful place on her lips. ) Alone.

( oh my. just what could she be insinuating? )

I can make good decisions once in a while. Just. Not everything before coming here.

[He was a fool for thinking that his shadow self would be so easy to defeat. He realizes that now. Just like in Ryslig, he's pushed people away when he's needed help the most. If it weren't for Koporo...he doesn't even want to think about how this night would have gone. He imagines he'd have finished eating a few of the lab Moogles by then.

What do Moogles even taste like?

His ears flick down and up as he's helped to his feet. He winces, hisses in pain—there are some nasty burns on his body from the elemental attacks, not to mention where he'd been wounded physically. More scars for his body, he figures, though tonight is probably the night where Midna will learn he has the word "LIAR" branded and burned into his upper back. Luckily, he's kept a shirt on around her so far.]

The floor's...not a bad place to sleep. [He leans against Midna more than he should to compensate. Having his body possessed wasn't exactly a pleasant experience.] When did you get so big, anyways? [But.

Alone? Uh. His tail twitches low and curls against his leg. That sounds fair to him.]

I th-think that's probably fine. Not being alone, I mean.

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WHERE WAS THIS NOTIF argh im sorry

throws you into the sun

Laughts from the moon

im really feeling it! (the love)

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ales you really hecked up look at what you betrayed you MONSTER i never get to use this icon

Ales hecks up: the RP

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