Joseph
*Letting out a sigh, Thales would walk through the mountains with a relaxed demeanor for once. The head of Styx seemed to have a break and would take this moment alone to rest outside by the cliffs, one of his favorite views... Even if he had considered what it would be like to join the depths down there in the past.*

*With his cane in his hand, magical scripts would start to float around him as he would do some study in the dead of night. The chill in the air was something familiar, comforting even to him while he let his guard down, somewhat at least.*
Diane
From the corner of his eye he could see a flash of purple as if smth a purple light? Whatever it was it felt unnatural and had to be looked into more as he moved in closer he'd watch as the light's intensity would increase in the given direction
Joseph
"...Just when I thought I would be able to have a relaxing moment to myself." *He muttered to himself as the scripts around him dispersed into the night sky with a wave of his hand. Getting up, he would compose himself to hold that calm, charming smile since it seemed to come from magic. The witch would consider stalking for a moment to see what he was dealing with, but from the intensity of the flames, it would seem best to make himself known as a non-threat.*

"Hello? Is someone there?" *Thales called out as his cane would click against the worn path in the rocks while he would be ready to cast a spell to defend himself if need be.*
Sonya
Hm- **He paused using his flames** Yeah over here... **The man turned around tiling his head curiously his right shoulder covered in flames, it was clear that he was not a threat or had intentions of someone who would be into a fight rn**
Joseph
"Apologies for the interruption. I was just curious as to why someone would be out here this late with such a bright flame." *The nobleman replied as he would give a bow of respect to the other person before him. A familiar routine since he could tell that this was someone who had some importance it seemed, and anyone with importance should be treated with respect since he was still a witch even with his standing as a noble.*
Sonya
Ah- sorry to bother i was just training the limits of my abilities... **He bowed back to reciprocate the respect back** Due to my unique circumstances training in forests and mountains are the most ideal for me... And this spot looked nice to train in when i was flying over it earlier...
Joseph
"I see, that is understandable with a potent dragonflame." *The man's voice honeyed with a sweet yet somewhat offputting tone with how it seemed both natural... Yet unnatural at the same time. This was him sizing the other man up with his violet eyes seeming quite sharp but also quite tired.*
Sonya
Mhmmm but how did you tell it was dragonflame... **He got back and became defensive** Are you a bounty hunter?.... Cuz if you are leave me alone.
Joseph
"I promise that I mean no harm, I'm just well-read sir. Besides, it would be foolish of me to think that I could easily take a dragon in a fight while I'm clearly unarmed with nothing but this cane." *He replied as he would keep a calm smile on his face while he seemed generally unfazed right now which was slightly concerning. There was also that air about him that indicated higher class along with his speech, but there was also danger since he smelled faintly of iron mostly covered by the scent of chrysanthemum and cinnamon.*
Sonya
Hmmm... Ig so... How about you tho... What are u doing here so late at night?.... It's not common for people to be out at this hour... Especially not in the forests a top a mountain...
Joseph
"What can I say, the mountain air is quite nice this night, and I thought I could take the trek for the view." *Thales seemed to keep his violet gaze trained on the other man before him, gleening that he seemed to be a dragon hybrid, full or half was not clear yet with Xander's attire covering up making it hard to tell if there were scales or a tail.*

"Now may I ask what brings you here tonight? If you're comfortable enough to answer that of course."
Sonya
Like i mentioned i saw a nice place to train so i came here to train there's not rly much more to it... **He nodded**
Joseph
"I see, well I apologize for interrupting your training." *Giving a small bow as an apology while he did still seem interested in the other man's dragon flame. It was only something the noble had been able to read about and not see for himself.*
Sonya
Hmm would you like to watch?...Idm **He smiled softly** Im guessing you're curious since it's not always people get to see dragon flame...
Joseph
"Thank you very much for the offer. Oh, apologies. I just realized that I haven't introduced myself yet. Thales Styx pleasure to meet you." *The man introduced as he extended a gloved hand while his expression remained that pleasant smile while his eyes stayed trained with a tired curiosity that the nobleman was too exhausted to mask right now.*
Sonya
**He began to shoot a barrage of flames into the sky and as the fireballs fell down towards them he held his arms out aiming to them as a blood curdling crack was heard and blades made of razor sharp scales fired out of his forearms dispelling and destroying the fireballs, he'd pant but slowly get back into the stance again and begin redoing it**
Christian
||he did shake hands AAAAAAAA

||just imagine he shook his hand and introduced his name as well
Joseph
*"Delacroix, and a dragon hybrid... Must be related to that knight of the royal family. A dog that still behaves while their master beats." Baron Styx mused as his hand would shake the mercenary's. The callous feel of the hybrid's fingers and palm were still clear even with his gloved hand.* "Again, it's a pleasure."

*The scent of charcoal seemed to fill the air as the flames started to roar toward the sky before coming down toward the pair. The display of strength was one clearly entertaining as magic scripts would start to hover around Thales while he watched the flamed later be splintered by the scales Xander shot by his arms. A veil of shadow would move to cover the two as the shower of embers made its way down before retreating back into the darkness, allowing the other man to redo his practice.*
Christian
||i'll reply tommorow >:3

||imma sleep in a bit :3
Sonya
Mhmmm... **He continued using several different combinations of his fire magic and his scales which every attempt the flames grew more potent and hotter as the scales became sharper and more accurate, it was like training wasn't only increasing his physical capabilities but was also refining his magical ones too** If you don't mind me asking what form of magic do you use?....
Joseph
"The Styx house is most adept with shadow magic with a few variations here and there within the family." *Thales explained vaguely, not going into much specifics in case he should be pitted against the dragon hybrid in the future. The magical scripts around him would grow each time that Xander had released a spurt of flame toward the sky. After the fifth time, they would all compile before dissipating.* 

"Though this could be a small demonstration aside from what I showed before." *The baron assented before he would hold out his left hand, his right still firmly grasped on hid cane. A violet ember would suddenly emerge before it grew into a flame before Thales snuffed it out with a wave of his fingers. The blaze uncannily resembled the flames the mercenary was shooting out earlier.*
Sonya
Mimicry?... Is that what your abilities are like **He looked to thales with confusion and interest** That is truly a very powerful and interesting spell... But surely smth like this must have it's equally draining drawbacks would it not?
Joseph
"Mimicry is a start to describe. Though it is not the only trick I have up my sleeve." *Thales said calmly as he would be talking about the manipulation of the shadows he revealed earlier.* "Let's say that I was able to gain a finer understanding of your magic thanks to your demonstrations."
Christian
||i'll probs reply later today
Sonya
Huh... Intresting set of abilities i can't lie... I wonder what's the limitations and drawbacks to such a powerful ability... Im guessing it must be pretty hefty eh? **He watched thales very curiously**
Joseph
"Who can say?" *The man smirked softly, being a little amused from the other man's interest before he would let out a soft yawn, the sleepless nights and lack of caffeine starting to wear on the nobleman now.*
Sonya
Hm? Getting tired good sir?... **He tilted his head in curiosity** Would you like me to take you back to your home?