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Post by nikki on Nov 5, 2008 12:56:22 GMT -5
It was different at the top of the tower, from here he could see it all. It had only been a weeks time since he had uprooted himself from the earth that he had found himself buried in. For one thousand years he had slept, dormant beneath the very soil that many had walked upon. His thirst seemed to be boundless at the moment, having been so long since his last kill. He could wait however, unlike when he was a fledgling the thirst did not seem to be so bad. It had definitely filled him with dread when he woke to find that he had several more devestating abilities that further set him apart from what he wanted more then anything in the world.. to be like them, the humans. Nikki was quite conflicted, loving what he was yet loathing it at the same time. The very power he used to get up here frightened him to no end, it made him feel like a monster.. flight.
"Reveal your secrets to me, new world." he would whisper softly as he let his vampiric mind wander. Opening it to the world, he would begin to hear all sorts of thoughts and see hundreds of images come flooding in. This was his way of seeing what was going on, however he would not be able to do it forever lest he would stand the chance of driving himself crazy. Keeping his senses high, he would simply lean back against the very top of the tower and listen, he would once more walk amongst the living. That was when it struck him, a sound that he found most attractive.. modern music. "Mmm..." he moaned as he let his mind and hearing drift to the source, watching the band play from the mind of another human.
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Post by phillip on Nov 5, 2008 14:38:46 GMT -5
A lot of thoughts ran through my mind as I leaned against the railing of the eiffel tower, overlooking the ancient city of Paris. A city that was described as the city of light and of course where love lives. Love. Well, something I never get to experience if you count those dates I had in college or well when I was kind of feeling that with Haili. It was sad to hear he was killed. I shook my head though I was really a friend towards him and I liked hanging out with him. Hope his daughter where ever she is is also happy. I turned into mist and traveled down to where there is a band playing. I turned into my human form and stood amongst the endless humans as they all watch the band on the stage. Ah well music always clear up my head. Then I caught the mind of another vampire. I could tell simply by his mind, his thoughts. He hasn't been around for that long just woke up. I look around for him and found a young man with eyeliner on his eyes and black hair. Is this him? Should I say hello? Maybe I would have a friend.
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Post by nikki on Nov 5, 2008 15:08:26 GMT -5
My body would sway with the music, I was thoroughly enjoying myself in the sea of blood. So many humans, moving, swaying with the beat of the music. It was pure ecstasy, something far better then what I had left behind in the earlier years. Perhaps it was just due to my tastes back then that I could not truly appreciate something like this, yes that would probably be the reason why. A deep throaty growl would issue for from me as I cotinued to keep time with the music, however I was now moving in my own way which would alert the humans should they realize it. It was perhaps a good thing that they were too busy with their own animalistic ways to take note of me. Crying out with them, I would sing along to the man on stage, the power of my voice on a level above everyone else's, however with the screams mine would still blend in. For hours I took pleasure in this, until I was disturbed, someone had entered my new hunting grounds.
His mind was not closed to me as I let my Telepathy bore straight into him, he seemed to not mind my presence. Had I tread upon the grounds of another? Were they coming to let me know I had a choice to either leave or fight? I would smirk slowly as I continued to pretend to ignore him, however my preternatual voice would extend forth into his mind. “So tell me, have you come to challenge me over territory? Or perhaps are you drawn by this enchanting sound?” I would ask with a tone of calm. I was what one would consider to be quite stubborn, a brat, a mule. I would not give up on what I wished to do for anyone, even some Elders did not know what to do with me sometimes. “What year is it? Do you know by chance?” I asked once more within his head.
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Post by phillip on Nov 5, 2008 15:16:47 GMT -5
I kept myself in check in the middle of the crowd, my eyes focusing on the lead singer on the stage. Some people on the left moved to the left and the right their hands forming the symbols of the devil or number 1. I slowly moved closer to the stage, and now the people started to jump and bang their head, even as the music continued on. Some even did crowd surfing. As I now watch this, as a young woman with black and red hair being carried to the front of the stage, and another a mohawked man, while head banging persay, I hear his voice in my head. Mostly to the sound, not here for territory, I sent back to him my eyes now looking for this young man that spoke to me through mind. I turn my head to the stage. It was as if I was in the movie Queen of the Damned, but without Lestat on stage. As a matter of fact I do. It is the year 3026. I smiled at the sound of that. 3026. I am in the future! This music is great, isn't it? This band is awesome. I had all of the cds. Until the earthquake happened in 2058.
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Post by nikki on Nov 5, 2008 15:43:33 GMT -5
It seemed that I had figured out my gifts faster then this one, or else he would have found me faster then I had found him. As the music came to a close, the band would wander off the stage. I would frown for a moment until I realized another one was coming out. As they set up their instruments to their needs, I would take this time to move in on this man. Vanishing as if into thin air, I would move through the crowd using my vampiric speed to locate the source of the mind I was inside of. Within in mere moments I would appear behind him, a smile on my face. “Rawr..” I whispered, however I knew he would be able to hear me over the sounds of the screaming fans. It was truly amazing what could be accomplished when you were not hiding in fear of being discovered. When I was a fledgling, I thought anything I did would put me at risk.
Three thousand and twenty six? Well I had certainly slept for a long time, at least a thousand years within the Paris soil. Smiling to myself, I would reveal in how powerful I felt in this moment, of course I would never let that go to my head.. too much. Stepping up to the side of this man, I would stop for a moment and adjust the tight T-Shirt I was wearing, the bottom had rolled up some to reveal my belly so I had to correct it. That was one thing I was adamant about, things being in their place when it came to my looks. I could not help it that I was so vain, it came with how I was. I was noticably shorter then this man, however to me I found I liked my smaller stature, unlike many who prefered the large, masculine Vampire. “Do you have a name, or should I just continue speaking without addressing you?” I asked slowly with a tone suggesting I was teasing him.
Another one had found me already, and I was quite lonely as most of my kind was. Perhaps I would find a companion in this one, perhaps he would lead me through several centuries without the annoying process of dealing with a fledgling. As a young women would crash against my form, I would take the chance to perform the "Little Drink" withdrawing a small amount of her blood that would go unnoticed but would cause my thirst to go wild, seeking more. While it was not enough, I had restraint. Later I would find a juicy young women and pluck her from the garden for my own selfish needs, the Dark Angel would feed this night.
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Post by phillip on Nov 5, 2008 16:12:29 GMT -5
Another band this time took the stage with one of the most greatest songs ever by the late Godsmack called Vampires. If only Godsmack was around but this band is doing a hell of a good job, even though it is not the same band but a different group of members. The band is still called Godsmack, but that was in tribute to the late band that started it all actually. This time the crowd really got into the song, after the first band got off and they took the stage. The girl and boy that had crowd surfed, yelled and then instantly went on top of the crowd once more, while one guy wagged his tail. I laughed softly. Seems things didn't change after a thousand of years. I had watched as the band had gotten together and then the song had started when I watch as the young man disappeared. I look around wondering where he is. Instantly I heard his whisper. I could hear it even over the sounds of the screaming fans and the pounding guitars and drums, along with the singer's voice. I look down at the young man wearing a tight T-shirt, and jeans, with black hair down to his shoulders. I chuckled. "Phillip," I answered to him. "And what about you?"
Its a surprise that I would come across another vampire, even though I came across nothing but half demons and what not. "You know you're the first vampire in years I came across. Last time I knew one is my friend Michael. Ever since I've came across different kind of demons. So its a breath of fresh air to see another of my kind." I had to admit that, for sure. Then, I wait for his reply. As I did, I felt one kid bump into me and instantly I kind of bumped into the boy next to me though I also silently apologized. The kid however continued making his way towards the front of the stage. I rolled my eyes. All to be in the front that they would just bump into someone WITHOUT apologizing? "It seems nothing has changed. It was like this a thousand and six years ago."
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Post by nikki on Nov 5, 2008 16:50:44 GMT -5
At least he was more easy going then many of the others I had encountered in my time. I was glad to have found someone who was well aware of what it was like to have fun rather then preach about how we should be secretive and hide ourselves from the mortals. In all honesty, I was sick of living a life within the shadows, I wanted more then this mediocre existance. I wanted to live right there with the humans, among them as if I was not any different then what they were. “Nikki, a pleasure Phillip.” I responded with a tone of genuine agreement. I could tell that there would be many good times to come from this one, however for now I grew bored of our current surrounding. It was then that I would turn and motion for him to follow, I was thirsty now. “Come, I have much to do however you're welcome to join me.” I stated as I now closed my mind off to him.
I would listen to his little speech with mild interest, the thought of blood filled my mind and broken soul. “Well then count your blessings, it is quite hard to track us down now.” I said with a sharp tone as I noticed several girls walking towards a small shed. Within it was where the equipment was kept for the band, however no one but the two seemed to be moving that way so I would pursue with a lust in my eyes. “Here comes Nikki..” I whispered softly as I approached the shed door, sliding it open slowly. As I did so the girls seemed to become alarmed, alerted to my lust. I however would move swiftly from shadow to shadow, tormenting them first. They seemed nervous, on egde so I was quite amused. It was when the blonde looked away from her brunette friend I would strike. Sweeping down I would snatch her up and take her to the ceiling.
With my hand over her mouth I would slowly let my fangs slide out over my lips as I smirked. “This won't hurt at all.. dear.” I whispered softly as I sank my fangs into her neck, drinking the blood greedily. It had been so long since I had done so, the taste left me feeling intoxicated. As more of it pumped out over the wound, I would absorb it quickly, feeling the warmth spread over my limbs. I could not get enough, the faster it poured out, the faster I drank. However the moment of death approached, I was forced to stop. Letting her fall to the ground, the noise would cause her friend to creep over towards the source. I would leave the other for Phillip, whispering towards him should he enter. “Take her..”
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Post by phillip on Nov 5, 2008 17:36:43 GMT -5
I nodded my head and followed, since thirst came to me as well. I haven't fed all night and really I have felt like I wanted to feed off of that rude kid but this isn't the type of place to do that. I know for instance Nikki is probably thirsty too. In fact, I have to admit he looks like a little doll. I chuckled. "Yeah well I'm glad," I said to him, "and its a pleasure to meet you too." I'm used to people talking in a sharp tone of voice, so when he did that, its no big surprise.
A group of girls is seen heading to a shed and I followed Nikki as he headed towards that shed. I wasn't that far off. I watched as he head into the shadows, and grab one. my eyes followed him as he took flight with the girl in his arms, his fangs in her neck. She dropped as if she was nothing, onto the ground. When he told me to take the other one, I entered. "Please no," she screamed, backing into the wall.
"Shhhh," I whispered. I would have said no since I only feed on evildoers but tonight is macrabre really. I instantly took her into my arms. "Shhhh." I instantly sank my fangs into her neck without any remorse. I closed my eyes after hearing her gasp. We fall to the ground she and I, and while drinking I stroked her brunette haired head. Then I pulled away after feeling her heart stop beating. I licked my lips and stood to my feet. "Oh God that tastes good," I answered. I turned to my new companion. "You know, I just might have a good nickname for you-Nikki the Doll."
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Post by nikki on Nov 6, 2008 11:54:50 GMT -5
Thats when I felt the subtle change within this man, this was not like him. A took comfort in knowing that I was still as devious as ever, even without really even trying. By just being near me this vampires morals seemed to have become more lost, confused within him even further. A smile formed upon my cherry red lips as I moved slowly towards him with purpose as I let my eyes drift over his kill. “Normally I'd seal the wound, however I want them to know we exist. It's time they realized that the world is no longer the sanctuary they believe.” I stated with a tone of malice. I was sick of living my life among the shadows, sick of hiding from those who would destroy what they could not understand. “Tell me Phil, do you like the life you were given? Does this way suit you?” I wondered aloud to my companion.
I would beckon for him to follow as I slowly strolled out of the shed and into the night. The time to do what I dreaded most was at hand, however it was the quickest way to traverse the world without having to bother with more conventional methods. “Can you take to the Clouds?” I would ask him as I stared up into the night sky. Of course they were beautiful as always, it was just the fact that I did not like the unnatural cold that set in when I did this. “I wish to see the Arch, to over look more of the city.” I stated in a mono tone as I waited for his answer. “I wonder if my Fledglings live yet..”
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Post by phillip on Nov 6, 2008 12:05:30 GMT -5
"Believe it or not, I was like this once, like a few years ago back when I was in Bahamas for a vacation," I admitted, "just I kind of go off and on and tonight was no different. Okay maybe a little. Yes, it does suit me. Had I not been turned into a vampire, I would have died. And well I knew it wasn't my time to die just then. So I'm enjoying my immortal life. What about you, do you think it suits you well?" I asked, quite curious about my little companion really.
I followed him out of the shed. Usually I would seal it as well, so I agree with him, but well, for some reason I felt different. Maybe its in the air. I don't know. I shook my head but with a grin actually. "No, but, I could turn into mist. And, I could hold onto that power for hours. Once, I had held on for a whole day until night. I could make that happen." I held out my hand. "Hold onto my hand and hold tight. Once I turn you would as well. You have fledglings?"
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Post by nikki on Nov 7, 2008 14:26:41 GMT -5
Enjoying his Immortal life? This one was either very foolish or he was quite delusional. There was no longer anything splendid about this anymore, at least in my eyes. From the moment I was a twenty seven year old fledgling I had enough, and with that I had burrowed deep into the Paris soil where I wished for death. However I had not known that I would survive only to wake one thousand years later and find myself here. While I acted like I was strong, proud, inside I actually wished for the fires that would take me to hell. "From the way you act, I would not be able to tell. You seem soft, forgive my assumption." I would offer as a means to apologize even though I did not truly mean it. If he was to become my companion, I did not wish to push him away just yet.
"No I do not actually, Phillip. I wish for the fires to consume me and destroy this broken soul of mine." I stated in a flat, sincere tone. I hated what I was some nights, tonight was no exception. Perhaps however this one could show me a reason to exist once again for I had entirely given up on what this life was suppose to be when I was made. Raising an eyebrow I would not even question the man as I placed my hand within his, alot smaller by comparison. Whatever this "Misting" was I would soon figure it out, and to the Arch's we would go. If only they would come back to me, I missed them dearly, my children. "I'll tell you about them when we reach the Arch, however I do not know how much I am able to truly share." I said in a tone showing bitterness, malice.
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Post by phillip on Nov 7, 2008 14:35:01 GMT -5
"No its okay say whatever it is on your mind." It was all I could say and then I heard his words that he wished for fires to consume him. Well, that's surprising, but sometimes some vampires feel death is the one way. It is not. I would know. "Do not say such things, surely you were meant to do something. Okay enough talk about that. I think its time to liven up your spirit." I really meant it too. Since he's into music...
"You know," I suggested, "I might have an idea. You could put together your feelings through a song. I mean you do look like a rockstar type. Hell it worked, sort of, for Lestat, did it not?" I had to mention that. Hell I liked reading her books. Well until she went from vampires to Jesus that is. No offense to Jesus but if you were to write about the Lord, come on throw in something else than of calling His powers as "cursed" on the back of your book jacket for crying out loud. How about His Glorified powers? Sounds nicer don't you think?
"Alright, onward we go," I replied, "and I agree, you can tell me more about it when we get there." I pulled him close to me and wrapped my other hand around his little waist, while my other hand clasped onto his smaller hand. Wow, compared to me he's like a child! I have to be careful. So instantly our bodies slowly disappeared right into the mist. We traveled out from the tower, right down to near the ground but not like fog persay. We went through streets, town squares, and ended up at the arch's top part where we turned right back into our human selves. "Here we are," I exclaimed, "right on top of the arch." I look down at his face next. "So, Nikki Doll, what do you think?"
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Post by nikki on Nov 7, 2008 15:20:02 GMT -5
"Express myself through a song? Hmm.. well it is a fine idea, however I'm not so sure about all that just yet." I would state giving off a false yawn. Even though I didn't have human functions it was a habit ever since the times I tried to fit in where I did not belong. I hated them all, the emotions that were left behind, they had no place in an immortal being such as myself. "I could not even begin to make an analysis of myself to start a song. Perhaps once I've been around for awhile it'll "come to me" as they say." I said putting the phrase in quotes. For now I would simply lay back against the flat surface of the Arch and stare up into the night sky. So many times I had tried to call out for them, my fledglings however it was no use.. our minds were closed to each other. That was perhaps the sadest moment of making a fledgling, no longer being able to feel their minds.
"The night sky has not changed one bit, the only thing I can take comfort in these days." I stated with a tone of sadness. Just as I was immortal, so to was the night sky. Forever would it appear the same to those of us who would look up into it's majesty. "Her name was Anastasia.. a lovely russian girl." I stated with a sudden start, no hint that I was going to begin my tale other then that. "I found her when I was still young, she was eager and adventerous. I could not help but find myself drawn to her, she called out to me with her very soul for everlasting existance." I said with a slow mournful tone. All I wished for was her to be back around me once more, to feel her presence however she probably hated me more then anything, or she had perished.
"When I turned her, it was like I had gained a family, a friend in all this darkness. We'd even had a child, a small human girl that we cared for." I stated with a laugh as if the idea was insane, however it was very true. During the day our absence was simply explained as working, however we spent time with her all during the evening hours. "For fifty years we lived happily within my family home within Berlin. That was until we were attacked by one of the members of the Nila clan. I held them as long as I could, however I never saw if they made it out alive before I was forced to flee for my own life." My sould was being torn apart by guilt from my greed. A single blood tear would slide down my cheek as I lay there, gazing at the night sky. "I am a monster now Phillip. I feel nothing, care about nothing. I left them to die, I should have died defending them instead of running."
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Post by phillip on Nov 7, 2008 16:07:34 GMT -5
I didn't say anything after that but I laid down beside him with my hands on the back of my head, and one knee arched up towards the sky. However, all I could do is nod my head, but I am agreeing with him. Besides when it comes to him I'm sure he would do it. He probably would feel better. "Well I think so, because songs could help, they are stories that could be told. I'm sure there's a lot you can tell through them but it would take time. I know I would if I was thinking to sing." I chuckled. "And I tell you what, if you do I'll be there. I am quite good at the guitar."
I sighed when he spoke with such sadness about the sky, and that it is the only thing he can take comfort. But then I heard about his story. Filled with sadness, and, quite different from mine or even like Michael's. All I could do is listen and if he needed someone I could wrap my arms around him and tell him things would be alright. I sat up and reached over just to gently wipe away his blood tear from his face. "Don't say that," I now told him after he told me his story and the thing with it, "don't ever say that. I'm sure, pretty sure, they got out of there and are alive and out there somewhere. I mean I hate to be so fucking positive, but you have to at least a little bit, right? And if you like I could search every mind out there and find them. One by one."
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Post by nikki on Nov 14, 2008 10:50:58 GMT -5
I mulled it over for a moment, however I didn't even truly consider making any sort of music. There was no need that I could ever fufill by doing such things. All I wanted was to find them, however thats when it clicked, I could let them know I was looking this way. Yes, the idea of this seemed to tempt me beyond anything that he could have ever imagined. If Ana was still alive, I would find her, they would speak once more and I would have my "forgiveness". Closing my eyes, I would let the sounds of the city wash over me as I searched the minds of the humans casually, starting now couldn't hurt as long as I remained under the radar as I did so.
"Optomism is for fools, Phillip. Don't waste.. nevermind. I forget we have all the time in the world.." I repeated sadly as I remained there with my eyes closed. It was touching that he would try and find them, however I was a monster. I did not truly feel these "emotions" I believed. They were just a ghost of my former existance, something that I was no longer capable of acting on. "Nothing in this world shall ever be able to absolve the sins I have made. No, only holy fire may consume me and take me to hell where I belong." I said with a tone that sounded as if I was challenging the gods, yet in a way I believed that I was. Was my existance not a true mockery to the grand design? The fact that I existed beyond time surely had to mean that something was flawed, wrong.
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