Michael
*Eleanor is shocked for a moment, it is Apple, his student, someone he held in his arms when she was but a baby, and he now remembers that she mentioned marriage to someone, but didn't remember the name of the person in question, until now. The sadness in his face is visible as he remembers the time spent with her, and the disgust starts to creep in, he tries to hide it as best as he can, but some of it starts to appear in Eleanor's face, how dare this vile man lie about the nature of one of his apprentices, even worse, he wanted to inflict suffering upon her. He was already skeptical of Distrorute's story before, but now he is sure whatever he is saying is bullshit, of course sweet Apple would run away from marriage with such a vile man. The headmaster now had to formulate a plan to at the very least let his student escape once captured, and he would not, under any circumstances, cause pain or suffering on the Whisp's girl, it was simply not a condition for him, no matter the consequences... He starts to remember. A faint memory of one time he was teaching her about magic, not too long ago actually, he remembers it was a pleasant day. In the Whisp's residence. When he was still teaching Apple about some fundamental techniques of water magic.*
Sierra
**As part of her learning, her parents have contacted one of the best menthors, Eleanorñ Goldschwert, a man who had already taken a place in her heart because of how intelligent and noble he was, Apple wasn't used to trusting people like that but she knew deep in her heart that this man was worth to trust and care about, almost like a grandparent, she knew him since she had the ability to remember.**

 **The little 15 y/o learnt fast about magic, water and history. Always acted kind and showed the best behavior, being kind to others** Sir Eleanor look..! **She was raising the water from a water bucket, twisting it around herself as she smiled, however she seemed distracted since the very beginning of the lesson like if something was troubling her head**
Michael
*Eleanor is, as always, very much proud of the little one he cares so much for, such a beautiful smile, a kind and pure smile, for a kind and pure soul. But Eleanor also notices that she seems a bit hesitant with her bending, distracted, troubled even. And so, as the good mentor he always aspires to be, the old headmaster tries to know what is going on, maybe he could help her with her troubles, if there were any.*

"Little Apple, is something bothering you at the moment? You know i will always be here to help you, don't you?"

*Eleanor gives of a faint smile, something he always did when trying to help the little girl with her troubles, it is a signal that no matter the subject of their conversations, he will never judge, never lie, and will always be there for her, even in her lowest moments in life.*
Sierra
**She looks at the old man, suddenly her smile is gone and the water she was lifting falls to the ground. Yes, something was on her mind since the day she encountered the wrong person by the fountain.** Do you promise me to not tell anyone, sir Eleanor? 

**She speaks quietly, like if she wanted no one else to know what was wrong.**
Michael
*Eleanor starts to get a bit worried, this is not normal, not one bit, he keeps his smile still, but seems more serious now, if it was necessary, he would even take the day off with her to let the little Apple calm down, and discuss her problems with patience.*

"Of course little one, i promisse i won't tell anyone, i have never broken a promisse, have i? And if you don't want to talk about it now, we can discuss it later okay? I will always be her for you."

*Eleanor says in his soothing tone, it is calming, relaxing, and gives off a sense of security, he has the voice of an old man, that has the experience to help.*
Sierra
Someone has been following me... **She sits besides him, looking at her own hands. The fear in her eye was noticeable, she didn't like this person at all and the little girl had no one to tell.** It's a boy, maybe 2 or 3 years older than me... 

I've seen him before from the Distrorute royalty, the general's son... He used to look at me constantly but never said anything until a week ago, he grabbed my wrist and wanted to take me somewhere but I said no, he got aggressive and I defended myself but... But he promised he'll make me regret it 

**She sobbed softly, covering her face** Was I wrong? Should I have not hit him? I felt panic when he tried pulling me closer... His eyes didn't seem kind and his smile... Was the most frightening grin I've seen...
Michael
*Eleanor sighs, what a situation huh? Of course Apple was gonna be popular among both boys and girls in her life, but he didn't imagine she was gonna attract the attention of the general's douchebag son. Such an awful situation, why Little Apple of all people for god's sake, she didn't deserve that... Oh well, he has a student to guide, he can't be lamenting things now.*

"I see... Look, you are not wrong for hitting him, not when he got aggressive with you, i've had the displeasure of knowing his father before in a meeting, such as his grandfather, and many of his family before him. They are vile, uncaring, disgusting people, but also mildly terrifying, i get shivers just remembering his father's gaze, but i was strong, never once faltered on my resolve, no fear showed. My advice? Do not entertain any of his advances, not ideal by any means, but it's better than submitting to him. Look, whatever he does, maintain you will Apple, be strong, do NOT let fear consume you, maintain your posture, your dignity. They like weakness, any sign of it will be exploited. And if you fail, it is okay little one, i will be here to help you, remember who i am, remember that you are precious."

*Eleanor opens his arm, welcoming a hug in case she needed one, and smiles warmly, he hated seeing her cry, he would most likely cancel the class for the day, she needs some time to calm down and relax.*
Julie
|| The fact that in the future Apple hid the fact she was being forced to marry him makes this even sadder
Sierra
**She seems hopeful now, looking at Eleanor and hugging him softly** I will always stand against people who want to hurt me or the people I care about..! I won't let that boy to ever lay a finger on me... 

**Smiles and softly raised her eyes to look at Eleanor** Will you always be here?
Michael
*He looks at her, with a loving but firm look, he assures her that he will in fact always be there for her, no matter what happens, for as long as she seeks out his help, he will gladly assist her with anything.*

"Of course little one, i was there to hold you in my arms when you were but a baby, i will be here for you for as long as i am alive. Come to me, and i will always help, no matter the situation, even if you are to be on the wrong side of something, i will still guide you out of such path, for i am your teacher, mentor, and someone that cares about you, understood? Want to stop class and go do something else? You need some time to relax Apple."

*Eleanor hugs her tightly before letting go, and simply smiling, giving off his best cute old man face he can, and just tries to get the little Apple to feel a bit more comfortable.*
Sierra
Yes, yes please, I would like to spend some time with my sister... **Replied and giggled, cleaning her own face and nodding. She stood up and bowed at him, leaving the room.**
Andrea
**Apple became more and more talented on her skills with water bending since then, she started experimenting on her own. A few years since that day, when she was turning 21, she called for a meeting with Eleanor, visibly excited, which was odd for her quiet personality**
Sierra
**She went inside the old man's office, smiling widely** Sir Eleanor, you won't believe what I discovered!
Julie
|| Second flashback goes brrr
Michael
*It had been a while since he last saw Apple, a couple of months at the very least, so he was pleasantly surprised when she called for a meeting, and even happier when she entered his office, if not a little curious by her attitude, she's usually a lot less energetic than this. Well, he figures it has to be something good, at least she seems happy. And that is all that matters to him at the end of the day.*

"Hm? Oh! Little Apple, how are you doing? It has been quite some time since i last saw you. What is it that is making you so excited? A magic trick? Maybe found a amazing restaurant in the city?"

*Eleanor smiles, he is just happy to see her, and expecting good news from her, he can't help but chuckle, she has grown so much, and yet, he still sees her as a sweet little child, kind and pure, not too dissimilarity from the way he sees his own adoptive daughter, i guess some things are just a constant for him.*
Sierra
I've been trying this for months by now and I've finally discovered how to do it! Please don't unsettle yourself with this. **She sat in front of him and discovered her arm, there was a bandage in there** I'm tired of using waterbending for shows only, this could save hundreds if used correctly! Water is everywhere, even in blood so.. 




This could heal and prevent death from bleeding, finally an actual use to this magic!
Tamara
||He's like the father she never had qwq
Michael
*Eleanor's eyes widen, he knew where this was going as soon as she mentioned that water was everywhere, even in blood. However, he lets her demonstrate her magic, even if he is screaming for her to stop in his head. Apple is not the first the first person he knows that can manipulate blood, and she isn't even the most skilled either, but she is like a grand daughter to him, seeing her arm full of scars and a concerning amount of blood coming out of her wounds is quite painful to watch indeed. But, in all fairness, he can't judge her too much, he experimented on himself with magic when he was younger too. He just... Wishes she could have discovered this new ability without inflicting pain on herself.*

"Oh... That is great actually, i am proud of you, just please stop doing it on yourself in front of me please, it's quite painful to watch you of all people, full of scars and wounds. Do not get me wrong, it is better to experiment on one's self than in others, just don't go overboard with it okay? You come first most of all, don't cause more injuries than you can handle."

*Eleanor sighs, he is proud of Apple, but is also concerned for her, he knows the dangers of this type of magic, it's weaknesses, and what it can lead to with time. Instead of showing that, he simply gives a reluctant, but still sincere smile*

"In all seriousness, blood magic is very versatile, and can be used for a lot of good causes, i like that you think of using it for medicinal purposes, i am truly proud of you little Apple. I must warn you about certain side effects however, anemia, weakness, shock, and even internal damage if you're not careful. The ability to control blood is not natural even among skilled water type magic users, and it can and will have unexpected consequences if not used correctly."

"I would know, because i can too, i damaged my body quite a bit using this type of magic when i was younger. So please, be careful, and be secretive of your ability, our world tends to look down upon people that can control blood. I also had to learn that the hard way. In any case, i can teach you a thing or two about that, though my potency is not quite on the level you display, my techniques are refined, i think i can help, even if just a little bit. Would that be okay? We can also just have fun later around the city, i have an amazing restaurant i wanted to go with you, i think you will like the food"

*Eleanor continues to smile, and chuckles some more for good measure, goofy old man. He gets up from his chair, and goes over to Apple, and places a hand on her shoulder, a sign that she exceeded his expectations, even if she was a talented kid from the beginning.*
Sierra
**Her eyes shine as she makes the bleeding stop, covering the wound with the bandage. She thanked very deeply Eleanour couldn't see all the other scars on her shoulders, arms, legs and even her abdomen, she tested all the bleeding processes she could.** I would be honored to come with you and learn even more

**She grabs both of his hands and then hugs him tightly, tearing up from happiness** I would've be who I am if it wasn't thanks to you...
Michael
*Eleanor is happy, having the chance to see this young lady grow up was most certainly something he cherished, proud of who she has become, her capabilities, morals and everything else, he hugs her back, and although he wants to cry tears of joy too, he can't let it happen, he's become too old to cry like this, but even if he holds it back, his eyes do get a bit misty, he just hopes she doesn't notice that.*

"Well, i am happy i had a part in forging who you are today Apple, you are someone i deeply care about, and someone i would consider part of my family, even if not by blood or law. I am proud of you. Please continue to better yourself, reach heights never before reached, and some day, i want to see you grow up into someone that can surpass me."

*He lets go of the hug for now, his old lungs were starting to hurt a bit from such a tight hug. He looks at Apple, his eyes still misty, and simply pats her on the head for a moment, as if she was a child still.*

"Anyways, want to go to that restaurant i mentioned?"
Sierra
Please do! **She accompanied him to the restaurant for having a good time, enjoying the time with Eleanor as if he was real family.**
Andrea
**Another memory came back, this time Apple encountered herself to Eleanor on a hill. The sun was preparing to go down and everything seem peacefully, however Apple had weird vibes, she seemed like hiding something to herself.**
Sierra
**She approached the old man, finally they were finishind this lesson of her blood bending. Apple sat on the grass while looking to the horizon and quickly pronounced** ...This is the last time I'm coming for a lesson, Eleanor..
Michael
*Eleanor is confused, not by the fact that she's not coming back for another lesson, after all, he taught her many things already, maybe she wanted to experiment alone from now on. What really confused the headmaster was her tone, why did it seem so final, as if she wasn't only not coming back for a lesson, it was as if she wasn't coming back to meet him again at all. This worried Eleanor, and it showed on his face.*

"Why is that little Apple? What happened? Do you want to start experimenting alone from now on?"

*He is not smiling, his face is full of concern and sadness for her, expecting at least one bad new coming from her*
Sierra
....I'm getting married and... Will leave Celestia... **Normally a wedding would be a great notice for everyone but she didn't seem happy with it, she felt ashamed because this situation was entirely her fault, paying the consequences... Marryin William was fer fault. She didn't want Eleanor to attend the wedding so it was her option not to invite him, she knew that would hurt him deeply but it was meant to protect him.**

My parents are organizing the event and they didn't let me invite you... **She said, looking at him, trying to smile to seem excited about her big day** This new life of mine will not take me away from learning, I-I promise to you I'll visit Celestia often...
Michael
*Eleanor is not fooled at all, even if he wasn't as close to her as he is, he would still notice her clear lack of excitement and face overflowing with sadness. But it is even more clear to him that she doesn't actually plan on accepting this, he knows what type of person Apple is, and he knows that she won't be coming back to see him, which deeply saddens him, but he respects her choice, as she does fully understand the consequences of her actions, and now, teacher and student must go on separate paths.*

"Don't make empty promises, that's not what i taught you, i know you won't be coming back, i know you don't want me to know who you're marrying, and i know you won't accept this marriage. I've spent enough time with you to know what's going on i'm afraid. Don't worry, you don't have to tell me anything, it's just that... Well, it's heartbreaking to see you in a situation like this my sweet Apple. Look, a long time ago, i promised i would always be here for you, correct? That promise will continue to be true, even when you don't plan on coming back, for as long as i am alive, be assured my love for you is true, and that no matter what happens, i will aid you however i can, be it directly or indirectly. I will be here for you, because you are part of my family, and you deserve a good life... Take this, please."

*He takes out a small wooden box from his suit, it is quite flat, and it has a rose carved into the wood with fire. Inside is a brooch in the shape of the emblem of the goldschwert family, it works as a protection, from both magic and physical attacks, but it's main function is to send a message, a message to other members of the family. His adoptive daughter has one of these brooch's, and Eleanor himself proudly wears it. But it has a catch, it's abilities only activate when the user truly wishes for them, when the user is ready.*

"Only open this when you are ready, i was planning on giving it to you when we were finished with our classes, but now is the time it seems. Remember, do not open it now, or tomorrow, or the day after that. Only when you feel is the correct time to use it. You will know what i'm talking about when you're feeling it."
Sierra
**Her eyes got full of tears as soon as he started speaking, she was terrible at lying at him, like an open book with all the answers. Her heart stopped when he remembered the promise that was made when she was 15, she remembered exactly each word he said that day.**

Eleanor, I... 

**As soon as she saw the brooch, she covered her mouth and tears spread on her cheeks, not even her parents or sister were this close to her, she felt disconnected from her own family, she felt closer to Eleanor since day 1 of learning with him.**

I'll be brave, I promise to you that I will do it... 

**She hold the brooch and softly attaches it on her chest, admiring the art on it, caressing the edges and smiling a bit. Then looked at Eleanor and hugged him tightly, it was the last time in a long piece of time that she would actually do it**

You are the most amazing man that I've ever known, I'll continue to make you proud from the distance... I'm so happy to have met you... 

**The image of Apple leaving by the distance was erased by a harsh voice calling Eleanor back to reality.**

`Oi.`
Gary
Oi. **He said while smashing his hand on the picture, right on Apple's head, he groaned annoyed by the old man's silence. William seemed pissed enough to start a fire immediately.**

What's wrong with you, Goldscwert.? Am I talking in another language to you?
Michael
*Eleanor snaps out of his memories when he smashes the table, immediately upon regaining awareness of his surroundings, his blood starts to boil as he looks at the pathetic creature known as William Distrorute, he was the cause of her running away, he also caused her suffering before, this thing, the abomination of a human being, Eleanor had to be separated from what he considers to be his second daughter, because of this man, the general. He lets the anger, disgust, sadness, every single emotion he feels show in his face, even if for just a moment. But he quickly recomposes himself, he can't let this bottomless pit of insecurity and pride get the better of him.*

"I am terribly sorry general, recently i've been having some episodes like this due to my old age, fret not, it doesn't affect my overall capabilities as a magician. But i've been meaning to ask you about something... What will happen to me and this academy if i refuse to make a deal with you? I'm asking because i'd prefer to not be involved in this if possible, but if i am required to, i will gladly perform my task to capture her"

*He lied, even if he didn't have a choice, he wouldn't let Apple fall into Distrorute's hands for long, he would formulate a escape for her, better yet, not capture her at all, but it all depends on the conditions the general lays out to him. If Eleanor didn't know any better, he would tell this despicable man to fuck off and die. But, that goes against his own moral code, for as vile and disgusting as he is, he is still a human, and he is still the general, there are consequences for being rude to him.*
Gary
What will happen you say? 

**He calmly smiles, but it wasn't calmed at all, only an awful way to prove how sure he was of getting what he wanted.** 

Simply enough, it'll be closed and each one of the magicians, students, teachers and any person that supported this place will be persecuted. As for you, I'll make sure your pretty daughter gets to know me properly. All kingdom of Celestia will turn against you and you will be executed as a public enemy of the kingdom, perhaps, there's no option to say no in the first place. If you even try to avoid this, I'll `make sure you regret it`

**Each word make him lean closer to Eleanor until he was grabbing the old man's suit and pulling him closer, his eyes were full of anger yet he was smiling, when he finished he let him go aggressively**

But we don't want this magnifique school to fade into ashes, right sir?
Julie
|| He's a great person
Michael
*Eleanor is obviously mortified by what he just heard, but is also **Pissed off**, he isn't just angry, he is **ANGRY**, and igniting a patient man's rage was something Distrorute would come to sorely regret in the future, the headmaster is no fool after all. He **Will** Find a way to make William pay the price of his actions and words. He can't let all this rage show though, instead, he will cultivate it, with each passing day from now on, this rage will grow and grow and grow, to someday be released, maybe when he's being hunted down by the whole kingdom of Celestia, maybe when he gets to teach the general a lesson. No matter, he has business now.*

"Of course not, sir, well, i do know the girl's parents, and i got to spend some time with her myself, i already have her magic profile ingrained in my head, creating a spell to counter her will be no problem, i only have one request general Distrorute, i don't want to cause suffering on anyone, let alone someone i got to know personally, even if to a limited degree. Will you respect my choice?"

*Eleanor lied about his relation with Apple, painful, but necessary for now, and he doesn't need an answer to his request, he won't do it even if the general doesn't respect his wishes.*
Gary
Once I'm marrying her I'll make sure to give you the first place if this is successful, sir Eleanor. If you already know the type of witch she is, then it'll be easier and I have my trust on you.

**He then heard his choice and snapped his tongue.**

You don't have to hurt her but I do need you presence when it's time to cast the spell, I'll handle the damage on her. 

**Smiled while looking at a small spark on his hand, putting the glove on and cleaning his throat** 

I'll await for you advances on the spell, I'm glad you're willing to help our gracious Celestia 

**He offers his hand while smiling widely, showing his fangs**
Michael
*The old headmaster's rage grows even more when he refers to Apple as a witch, this damn fool, for a single moment Eleanor is compelled to cast the golden swords of rites at point blank range and just kill the damn guy, but he can't do that, the decision is up to his student when the moment comes, for now, he has to endure William's bullshit, and try not to insult the man with a face of disgust while they discuss the plans.*

"As you wish, general, it won't take long, i assure you. I can even demonstrate the seal's capabilities once done. Give me exactly one week, and it will be done. Her magic potency is much too great for me to just develop a seal in less than a week. Is that okay for you? General?"

*He says, as he shakes Distrorute's hand, he is tempted to burn it with golden flames, crush it, anything, but once again, he can't do anything, but gaze directly into the general's soul, eye to eye, his rage is palpable, it weights on the air and burns it. The sheer aura Eleanor gives off for those short seconds he shook William's hand was primordial, terrifying, limitless. If it wasn't the general shaking his hand, the person would have probably collapsed in fear and weakness. For the first time in his long life, Eleanor wants to kill someone, and for the first time too, he is truly angry. "Beware the fury of a patient man".*
Gary
I shall go now, you have a week. 

**He said while turning around and walking by the door, leaving Apple's picture behind him. Distrorute only care about what himself wanted, not thinkin on anyone's well being. The man left the office as if he had won a war**
Michael
*Eleanor watches as the pathetic creature exits his office, much to his pleasure.*