The Shadows Live <DartimusRae and Sunbeams>
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				Title: <strong>The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>02-08-2010, 12:27:10</strong>
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				Shade De'Lorna steps out of the shadows, his soft-soled black leather boots making not a sound on the pavement as he stands an looks around.<br><br>::Where has Luna sent me now? And for what purpose, i wonder.::<br><br>the tall figure would start walking down the alleyway, only to disappear in the shadows once more. he would travel in this way for some time, feeling within him he had to be at a certain location at a certain time, but he couldn't figure out where exactly. that was, until he came out of a shadow, several feet up from the wall of a building, and looked down. he would see for men, sitting and talking to each other. listening closely, the shadowy figure would realize they were planning ill for whoever happened upon them, be it male or female. it was then a lone female accidentally walked into the group, and was soon surrounded by the four.<br><br>Shade knew then why he was in the city, though he wondered why it was this particular female that Luna had sent him for. moving back into the shadows, Shade would move through them like a shark in water, and slowly, rise from the very shadows the men cast. the figure that rose from the shadows seemed to be cloaked in the shadows them self, standing 6'6". nothing could be seen for the hood that covered his face, except for two bright red eyes that stared at the first two men nearest him. without turning to look at the woman, he spoke to her ::Run you fool, if you value your life:: he says simply.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>02-08-2010, 12:41:41</strong>
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				It was dark, her friend's car broke down and she bailed with some other people, leaving Julia Fleur with no way to get home other than to walk through the city. Although skeptical, she felt that there wasn't much of a chance of anything happening to her. Out of everyone else walking around at night, why would she be the one to get hurt? The odds weren't likely, though they still frightened her. Cutting through alleyways to get home as quick as possible, high heels beginning to wear her legs out, she pressed on and hoped, that was all she could do, that nothing would happen.<br>&nbsp;<br>People. She didn't notice the people until it was too late, fear was struck into her heart and rendered her body useless. The terror froze every inch of her body as she clutched her small purse to her chest and closed her eyes. Then, Julia noticed the mysterious man. She stared at him as he spoke, and for a little while after. Once she gathered the courage, she ran to the end of the alleyway. She ducked behind a dumpster, peering out at the tall man and the men who were going to attack her. Grayish-blue eyes gazed, shocked and frightened, at the scene unveiling in front of her.
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>02-08-2010, 13:04:46</strong>
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				Shade would listen to her run, frowning behind his black porcelain mask. he had wanted her away from this fight, but it was too late now. the tall figure would stand still as the four started to circle around him. unseen by the thugs, shade would pull two blades from their sheathes, waiting for the first move. hearing the scuff off boot on pavement behind him, he would spin slightly and catch the man behind him in the throat with the heel of his foot, collapsing his windpipe and sending him flying back in the process. the other three would attack, and Shade would slip into the shadows that he stood upon. a leather clad hand would reach from the shadows and grab the ankle of one attacker, pulling him in. the hooded figure would rise and face the remaining two, standing still as a statue. one man would run in at him, and the shadowed figure would only open his cloak, stepping aside slightly. the attacker would jump and try to tackle the man, but would miss, jumping into the shadows of his cloak. instead of billowing and releasing the man like a normal cloak should, the cloak didn't move, and the man would never be seen again. Shade would turn to face the last man, just as the attacker slammed his fist into his face. Shade's head would whip back slightly, then look back to the man that punched him. his attacker was jumping around, holding his broken fist. with unseen movements, the shadowed one would grab the attacker, pull a blade, and quickly slit his throat. dropping the man, Shade would turn, his eyes still glowing red from under his hood.<br><br>::what were you thinking, you stupid girl! i told you to run! what if one of them had decided to come after you instead of focus on me?:: the tall shadowy figure would stride towards the girl, catching her by the wrist and pulling her to him, his eyes glaring deep into hers. this close, she would realize he wore the fine porcelain mask, and she could see the celtic designs that were painted in a blood red over the black. she would also realize the lower half of his face was covered by a cowl, wrapping around the lower half of his head. <br><br>::Well, are you mute? answer me!:: he says shortly, holding her tightly by the wrist so she couldn't escape.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>02-08-2010, 21:42:30</strong>
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				Julia watched from the distance, an odd mix of horror and thankfulness growing inside of her. The man saved her, but those people were dying. And, what the fuck was that? Some man just disappeared into the guy's cape. Shivering, she closed her eyes and waited. She wanted a chance to thank her savior, even though he sort of frightened her. What if she fell into his cape? What would happen to her? Oh god, she shivered, waiting for the battle to be over. Eyes still closed, she held her jean-clad legs to her chest, biting her bottom lip. Before she could even try to get away, the man grabbed her wrist and yanked her up.<br>&nbsp;<br>She opened her eyes. They were drawn to his mask, his lack of identity. Trying to yank her arm back, she almost slipped and fell backwards, using the stranger's arm to regain her balance. "I didn't think about that," she mumbled, continuing to try and loosen his grip from her wrist. "Let me go, I'm not going to run." Julia gave up her struggle, standing there and studying the man who saved her. "Thank you... who are you?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>02-08-2010, 22:39:19</strong>
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				Shade would hold her a moment longer, his eyes shifting from glowing red to cool grey. he would hold on to her wrist a moment longer, then release his hold on her, but the weight of his gaze almost felt as if it could hold her there as surely as any physical force. <br><br>::i don't know why Luna sends me to protect you humans. you are all the same, toddling around not paying attention to the world around you. so much trouble for so little gain...:: he mutters, almost as if to himself, before addressing her question ::I am Shade De'Lorna, Shadow Lord of the former Third Order. what is your name?:: he would inquire, if only to know the name of the human he risked injury for.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>03-08-2010, 07:18:03</strong>
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				Julia couldn't help but notice his eyes, her flesh rising in bumps when they changed color. She rubbed her wrist lightly before letting her arms fall to her side, just standing there in shock and tension.<br>&nbsp;<br>"Are you not human?" she asked, looking at his mask and wondering what lay underneath. Peering towards his cape, she bit her lip and almost felt the temptation to reach out and touch it. What happened to that guy? "Are you some kind of superhero magician or something?" That sounded stupid, she regretted the question instantly. "Sorry. I... I'm just shocked. My name is Julia Fleur, Shade. Or, uh, Lord Shade. Uh."
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>03-08-2010, 11:36:08</strong>
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				Shade would shake his head quickly, almost releasing a light growl. you ignorant creature! he paces the alley slowly, shaking his head a bit. i am a shadow lord. that is my people. i am not human, and i am no superhero you foolish creature, not am i a magician. i care not about whether you live or die, as long as i obey the will of Luna. he looks to the woman, shaking his head slightly. surely there was some sort of mistake by the part if his goddess, as he regarded the woman he was silent and still, frowning deeply behind his mask.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>03-08-2010, 11:57:49</strong>
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				She stood there for a moment, trying to comprehend what this man... or whatever... was saying. "I just wanted to say thanks for saving me..." Julia bit her lip awkwardly, pushing her purse up on her shoulder before sighing. "Who's Luna? Oh, nevermind. If I paid you, do you think you could walk me the rest of the way home? I don't live too far from here."
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 03:55:44</strong>
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				Shade smirks a bit, shaking his head slightly ::i have no need for your money. i will walk you home:: he says, motioning her to continue. he would fall into step beside her, silent a long while. ::Luna is the name of the triple moon goddess where i am from. she ensures the safety of the shadow lords and other beings of shadow and darkness on my world. it is because of here, we can manipulate the shadows, give them life if we are powerful enough. it's only been recently that she has returned to her people, and we are starting to return to our world from others. still, she can send us where ever she wills it.<br><br>Shade could be heard taking a deep breath behind his mask ::she sent me here, to protect you for some reason or another. i know my task is not done yet, and i don't even know what my task is. i only know i am to keep you safe for the time being.:: again he casts his grey hues down to the woman beside him, trying to figure out what it was about her that made her so important to Luna.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 04:15:00</strong>
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				Julia started walking to her home once again, knowing they were walking the final leg. "Thank you," she replied, hardly able to pay attention to where she was going, but instead focusing on Shade and his mask. "Uh, I think I'm dreaming. Or hallucinating. I'm sorry, I just... I'm pretty skeptical, of a lot of things." Sticking her cold hands in her pockets, she turned on a corner and they were heading into a more residential area, ridden with upper middle class apartments and houses.<br>&nbsp;<br>"Why protect me? I'm not special, I'm just a human. Just walking home from dinner. There's not an ounce of magic or whatever in my veins. I'm pretty normal," she replied, quirking an eye brow. The whole event and Shade's presence was incredibly difficult for her to digest.
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 04:56:20</strong>
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				Shade looks to her, and instead of speaking, he reaches over, gloved hand pinching her shoulder firmly, enough to cause minor pain. he would then continue walking, as if nothing had happened. ::trust me, you are not dreaming or hallucinating. this is all very real.:: he just walks, following her just a half step beside her. he didn't pay much attention to the houses as much as what could be lurking in the shadows.<br><br>::i have no idea why Luna sent me to you, but i have to stay, for a while, until she reveals her will to me. and by that time, we shall indeed figure out who and what you are, and why you are so special.:: it was obvious that Shade was having trouble understanding the situation as well. but, he would remain faithful to his goddess, and do whatever he had to to determine her will.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 05:06:03</strong>
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				"Ow," she yelped, more out of surprise. Julia bit her lip, trying to wrap her mind around things she previously thought to not be real. It was strange. She felt strange. "...I guess it is." Still dumbfounded, she almost missed the turn to the apartment complex she lived in. They were nice, with windows wrapping nearly all the way around the building, and nice big porches, many overflowing with flora.<br>&nbsp;<br>She stood at the entrance, looking at Shade. "Where is your, uhm, race from?" Julia asked, her mind overflowing with questions. "And this is where I live. So," she paused, "what happens now?"
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 12:05:51</strong>
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				Shade looks at the place she lived in, arching a hidden brow slightly. he looks back to her as she asks about his race. there is no name for it in your tongue. translated it is the shadow lands. as for what happens now, that is up to you. i am supposed to stay and watch over you, so i must do so. he motions towards the dwelling, cutting off any possible argument. it was best he get inside soon, so he could cast his wards to protect the place. he kept his grey hues on her, though he was focusing on the environment around him. 
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 12:29:08</strong>
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				Julia headed towards her apartment, going up three flights of stairs before walking down the hallway and unlocking her door. It was small, but the walls facing the outside were windows, there wasn't a bit of wall. There was a built in dining table for two in the kitchen, stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops. She slipped her shoes off, holding the door for Shade, closing and locking it after he was inside.<br>&nbsp;<br>The living room was composed of a plush-looking couch and a coffee table, no television. There was, however, a projector mounted to her ceiling that was connected to her desktop. It was, well, much better than a television. "So, you can, you know... sleep on the couch, I guess. Is your cape going to swallow my couch or something?" Julia asked, staring at it as she set her purse down. "If it does, you owe me a new couch."
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				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 12:53:10</strong>
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				Shade smirks a bit as he looks around, arching a brow at her comment ::no, my cloak won't pull your couch into the void. however, this place is too open. there is a reason i were what i do.:: he starts moving around and shutting the blinds, then makes sure all the lights are out. ::you can light one candle. otherwise, the lights must stay off when i remove my hood.:: he says, the room cast in pitch darkness. her eyes would adjust soon, and she could discern him from the surrounding darkness. he reached up and slowly pulled down his hood. long black hair cascaded down his back. then, he reaches up and pulls off his mask slowly. in the dark, his pale face stood out fairly well. he was handsome, and save for the slight frown he wore at the moment, looked like he could be a pleasant person. soon enough though, his expression would relax. four thin scars run over his left eye, skipping over it and continuing on his cheek.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 13:08:33</strong>
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				Julia watched as he closed her blinds and turned out her lights, searching for a candle and some matches in the dark. Finding a tea light, she lit it up and placed it on the coffee table. Gazing towards Shade, she studied his face. Her eyes adjusted to the dim lighting in due time, his features becoming more apparent. "I thought you were going to be some scary or hideous monster or something. You sure look pretty human," she replied, quirking her brow. "Are you hungry or thirsty, anything?"
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 13:17:00</strong>
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				Shade steps towards the kitchen, laughing softly. she would then notice the three sets of fangs, two on his upper jaw, and one on his lower law. he gave a genuine smile as he regarded her, considering her offer. ::My people are vampiric by nature, though we do appreciate the odd prepared meal. a glass of juice would be fine if you have it.:: Shade chuckles softly, head tilted slightly. ::i wear the mask and concealing clothing because most light will hurt me. in this world, the full moon can kill me outright, like a vampire exposed to the sunlight. even the artificial light the lamps give off can burn me. it is why i told you to light one candle. those tea candles though, you can light two or three.:: he explains, watching her silently afterward.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 13:30:26</strong>
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				She was unnerved by his mouth, those fangs. Vampiric? Oh goodness, she shivered at the thought. "Do you... drink blood, too?" Julia asked, only knowing the basic lore surrounding vampires. "Is orange juice okay? If not, there's also some V8 fruit smoothies, uhm... tea." She lit two more of the candles, scattering them out so the light was fairly evenly distributed. Moving towards the kitchen, she looked over the counter and at Shade. "That sounds really awful, actually. I'm sorry to hear that."
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 14:32:44</strong>
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				Shade chuckles softly, nodding a bit ::every couple of days, i must drink blood. however, orange juice will be fine. thank you.:: the lean figure, it was assumed&nbsp; so at least, since he still wore his cloak would lean against a wall and wait. he would pull off his elbow length leather gloves and cross his arms over his shoulder. he seemed fairly pleasant, once one got to know him. then again, his kind was unknown to her, so she would never really know what thoughts lurked within his mind. ::It's a worthy exchange for the powers that i have. and don't worry, if i was to bite you, you would not become a shadow lord like me.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>04-08-2010, 23:54:13</strong>
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				Getting a glass out from the cabinet, just a plain, undecorated glass, she set it on the counter and filled with with orange juice. It was the least she can do, even though the situation was incredibly strange, he did save her. Probably even saved her life. Julia walked up to him, holding the orange juice out. "I'd turn on the projector and put something on, but you probably can't be around 2500 lumens, huh?" 
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 00:30:01</strong>
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				Shade takes the offered juice, looking to the projector, then back to her ::As long as i don't get in the beam of the projector, i should be fine. i've enjoyed the odd movie at a theater before.:: he says, sipping the juice. he wished he had some vodka to put in it, he could use a stiff drink at the moment. ::I'll just stay back here and watch, just to be safe.:: he offers, head tilting slightly
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 03:44:10</strong>
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				Julia did have the basic makings of a mini bar stowed away in her kitchen--some everclear, whiskey, tanqueray, among other alcohols, except for tequila. She had some bad experiences with tequila. She felt awkward, placing a hand on the back of her neck and scratching lightly. "Is there anything you'd like to watch?" Julia questioned, looking to him, "Well, I'm actually going to go put some... more comfortable clothes on. I'll be right back." Moving into her bedroom, she went to her closet and slipped off the jeans and somewhat revealing shirt she was wearing, opting for some soft cloth shorts and loose tank top.<br>&nbsp;<br>She walked back out into the living room, looking over to Shade. "How often do you do just normal, human things?"
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 04:18:58</strong>
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				Shade looks around for a bit, finding some vodka. he would nod as she left, pouring himself a small amount into his orange juice, putting the bottle back exactly how he found it. he would sips his drink, then turn as she returned to the room, dressed in shorts and a tank top. his grey hues would scan over her features quickly, and he realized she was quite pretty.<br><br>::Depends on what you would consider a human thing. i drink, i eat when the fancy strikes me. i read books, i sleep when i am tired. though that is about the extent of it:: he says, leaving out the fact that he had his share of female companions in his time. he reached under the shoulder of his cloak, and in a quick motion, the shadowy fabric is hanging over his arm. the tall man was clad in black leather soft-soled boots, fitted leather pants, and a black button-up long sleeve shirt. he was, when out of his cloak, remarkably handsome.
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 04:42:14</strong>
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				Auburn hair with subtle curls brushed her skin just past her shoulders as she walked over to the computer, turning it on and then grabbing the remote to turn the projector on. A dim beam of light made its way from the projector to covering up a good portion of the blank white wall the couch faced. She looked to Shade, watching him as the beam got brighter and brighter. A bright blue screen was soon visible, once the computer booted up, the image switched from the monitor to the projector. Her computer background was some art (http://somefield.com/desktops/somefield-sketch-208-1600-1200.png) that she found and enjoyed quite a bit. "What's your favorite thing to eat? Favorite book?" She wondered what such an otherworldly being enjoyed about the human culture, what he thought about it. "And, any movie suggestions, or should I just find something?"
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 05:59:24</strong>
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				Shade chuckles softly, leaning against the wall away from the projector, admiring the artwork a moment before answering. ::i like sushi, most of the time. i like the works of Edgar Allen Poe, personally. as for movies, perhaps a comedy, if you will.:: he chuckles a bit, shrugging slightly. he watches the woman, his grey hues studying her. he was curious about her ::so, what do you do? what is your favorite foods, and what do you like to read?::
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 06:32:35</strong>
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				"Sushi is pretty great," she agreed, sitting down and opening up her browser. Soon, a movie she had wanted to see for a while but never really got the chance to, The 40 Year Old Virgin began loading on the screen. The movie consumed the screen, and she pressed play. Noticing Shade was against the wall, she started to push her couch back, so the beam from the projector wouldn't hit him. "I enjoy Thai food," Julia told him, "I am finishing my last year at the local college of veterinary medicine. I read some prose: Neil Gaiman, Douglas Coupland, along with others. As for poetry, Edward Estlin Cummings and Charles Bukowski are about it."
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				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 08:00:29</strong>
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				Shade would nod a bit, smiling softly. ::those are very good writers. i don't know though, perhaps the darker mood of Poe fits my tastes a little better. he idly watched the movie a little before looking back to her ::veterinary medicine eh? interesting that you don't have any pets of your own then... he smiles a bit, shrugging slightly. he would gaze at the woman, wondering why she moved the couch backwards. he was perfectly comfortable leaning against the wall. he was about to speak when a flash of lightning cut the air outside ::would seem i got you home just in time...::
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				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 08:10:03</strong>
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				Julia was just trying to be accommodating. She felt that, perhaps, he maybe even saved her life. People got killed in those situations, she heard stories. She felt lucky. "Poe's a classic, can't go wrong." When he mentioned that she didn't have a pet, she looked around. "I... have a pet," she mumbled, getting up and looking around. Jumping and almost falling over at the thunder that accompanied the lightning, she nodded.<br>&nbsp;<br>Going into her bedroom and looking around, bending over and checking under the bed. Then she found him, a fluffy little black cat curled up under her blanket. She picked it up, bringing it out to the living room and sitting down on the couch, cat in her lap. "His name is Charles," Julia laughed, feeling a bit embarrassed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 09:02:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade smiles a bit at the black cat, nodding a bit. ::hello Charles.:: he nods to the cat, chuckling a bit ::the felines on my world, the smallest is the size of a small tiger. and those are just the lap cats.:: he says softly, watching the cat with a slight chuckle rumbling from his chest<br><br>he would look to the woman and smile a bit. ::he's a beautiful animal, my dear. how long have you had him? he would inquire.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 09:20:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Laughing, she scratched right behind his ears, eliciting a loud purr. "That is... amazing. This guy weighs a healthy eight pounds at the moment. Nowhere near that size." Julia stood up, cat in hand, and she walked over to Shade. Totally ignoring the movie, she offered the cat out. "Want to hold him or anything?"<br>&nbsp;<br>She looked at the cat, then at Shade. "I've had him for five months. Found him in a box when the weather was miserable about four and a half months back, he was really sick."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 09:49:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade extends his hands for the cat, gently taking the cat and holding it to his chest. mimicking her actions, he would scratch behind the cat's ears, eliciting a loud purr from the feline. he would smile a bit, taking some comfort in the creature. he loved felines, not matter the size, and this one would be no different. the animal seemed to melt in his arms, and he would smile softly. it was a good start. the cat seemed able to ignore the roaring thunder and the lightning that raged on outside. ::truly a magnificent creature you have, Julia...:: he says softly, closing his eyes and petting the cat, letting the lithe creature purr to his hearts' content.<br><br>Shade would look to the woman, and admit to himself she was fairly attractive, and altogether, was decent company, given that he had been alone for some time.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 11:38:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Yeah, he's pretty great," she laughed a bit, backing up and sitting on the arm of the couch, facing Shade. Julia's curiosity about him only grew and grew, and that was starting to lead to attraction. He was so mysterious, and not only was he strong, but he had a bit of a soft side. Soft enough, at least. However, her dialogue and interaction was restricted by the awkwardness she was still experiencing. It was odd how just, earlier that night, she was almost assaulted before Shade showed up and killed some guys and swallowed one into his cape, revealed he wasn't human, and showed her his fangs. It was a bit to swallow, but she felt she needed to take her guard down.<br>&nbsp;<br>Pushing locks of hair behind her left ear, she looked at the movie, then back to Shade. "How old are you?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 11:47:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade chuckles a bit, leaning back against the wall, having found a new friend in the feline. he purrs softly at the cat before looking to Julia, shrugging a bit and looking to the cat as he speaks ::only a hundred and thirty-seven. i am young for my people. that would be about 27 for you people. he speaks an odd language to the cat, who seems not to care, as long as he is loved.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 11:52:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She was a bit shocked by the other language, wondering if she was tired and just heard it in her head, or it it really happened. A strap on her tank top fell down her arm, and she didn't seem to notice. "Do you have some sort of shadow-wife or something?" Julia questioned, unable to hold her curiosity back. An urge to learn about the man was beginning to consume her.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 12:43:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade glances up, noticing how close she was to revealing herself, but saying nothing. he continued to pet the cat, seeing as the creature would not let him stop. ::No, i've never been married, nor have i had a long time partner. such things were not common amongst our people. we settle for a while, and have multiple partners throughout our long lives. it fosters good will between everyone, and keeps the gene pool strong.:: he says, arching a slender brow slightly. ::Is there a reason why you ask, my dear?::
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 14:07:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julia bit her bottom lip pensively, flexing her fingers before crossing her arms over her chest, still leaning against the arm of the couch. "I'm just curious. It's all really interesting," she replied, honestly, watching as her cat bathed in the attention. She laughed a bit. "So... your race takes human partners? Or stay amongst your own race? Or a bit of both?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 14:14:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade chuckles softly, shaking his head. ::i am the only shadow lord on earth. my kind have either died off on the home world, or have left to other dimensions. we take whatever partners we want though. it is not uncommon for other humanoid races to attract our attentions. mostly vampires join with us though, because there is no sun on our planet.:: he says softly
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 14:22:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Why do you still stay on earth, then?" Julia pressed, quirking a brow. She stood up and went to turn the projector off--it was just background noise, and she didn't want Shade to feel like he had to stay against the wall. Sitting on the couch, she looked to him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>05-08-2010, 16:31:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				would finally take the hint and move to sit down, much to the cat's complaint at first. then when the pettings could continue with two hands, the cat didn't mind as much. he would chuckle at the fickle beast. ::well, i chose here to learn if there was anything i could do to save my planet. i figured it out, and Luna smiles upon us once more, but she keeps me here to learn more about people. that and the odd mortal that she does so fancy. so, i am pretty much stuck here until Luna says i can go home.he nods a bit, smiling softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>06-08-2010, 10:53:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She nodded to herself, getting up and grabbing the whiskey and a shot glass. Hey, she was still a bit unnerved from the earlier scare, and there wasn't a way in the world she'd be getting to sleep without some aid. Returning with the bottle and glass, she poured a shot and took it, inhaling sharply after she swallowed. "How did you save your planet?" Julia asked, crossing one leg over the other. "And... this Luna told you to save me, right? Why? Do you know yet?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>06-08-2010, 12:10:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade shrugs a bit at her first question. ::i found a way to eliminate the shadow lords of the first order, and restored Luna's favor back to her people.:: he says simply, indicating he would speak no further on the subject. he then looks to her, arching a lean brow slightly ::I haven't the foggiest idea, dear. it sometimes takes years for Luna to reveal her intentions. so, for the time being, i must stay around you, until such a time as i can figure out her will.:: he says, looking deep into her eyes.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>06-08-2010, 21:36:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julia offered him the whiskey, Jack Daniel's, grinning a bit. "Huh," she responded. Then, when she heard it may take years, she stared back at him. "I, uh," pausing, taking another shot of the whiskey, "It could take years? I have a job, and I bring people over. And I don't think this couch makes the best long term bed." It wasn't necessarily that she didn't want him there, but that she didn't have the best amenities for guests.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>07-08-2010, 00:15:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade would shrug, taking the offered alcohol and and taking a shot or two himself. ::no worries, i can disappear when you have guests, and i do well in the shadows if i need to sleep. as for your work, you will never know i am around, i can promise you that.:: he says in response. he would take one last shot of the whiskey and hand the bottle back to her.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>08-08-2010, 03:59:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julia took two more shots and capped the bottle. Okay, a little more than what was necessary to go to bed--a fair amount more--but it'd work. "Huh. That's interesting," she replied, slouching a bit in the couch and smiling at him. "You're really, really mysterious, huh?" A giggle.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>08-08-2010, 07:49:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade chuckles a bit with a slight shrug. ::i have spent my life emulating the very shadows i control. i guess i am. there isn't much i talk about with my life. sorry if it comes off that way, though. he leans back a little, watching his hostess closely. he was wondering what she was thinking about. he didn't wish to delve into her mind to find out, preferring her to have her own privacy, since he was going to have to live with her for the time being.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 04:40:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She could feel the warmth of the alcohol spreading through her extremities. Julia turned to face him on the couch, stretching a leg out and letting one dangle off of the side. For some intense otherwordly creature, Shade was awful attractive, she thought. Running one hand through her hair and letting the other one brush lightly down her inner thigh, she eyed the man. "Are you... built like a human? Even underneath your, y'know, clothes?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 04:50:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade could smell the oncoming effects of the alcohol, and a slight smile moved across his features, chuckling softly and revealing his six fangs once more. he decided he wanted to play with her a bit. this might turn into an interesting night after all. he took a sip of his drink, leaning back against the couch a bit. ::you might be able to say that... i'm impressive even amongst my own people. however...:: he takes another sip of his drink. ::my build may differ greatly from the human form... you might just have to find out for yourself.:: he teases, looking deep into her eyes
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 09:22:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julia licked her lower lip, tracing slender fingers up her soft thigh, drawing the hem of her shorts up, revealing even more skin. She picked up the bottle of liquor once again, taking a swig--almost a shot--before capping it and setting it on the ground. "Well, I'm, uh, impressive amongst my people, as well. Yeah." She was just kidding, a playful grin on her face as she sat up a little bit.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 09:35:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade's pale grey hues would catch her actions, and he would take a sip of his drink. he would smile slowly, seductive, sexy, inviting. he was playing now, and completely in his element. ::well now, is that a fact love?:: he chuckles darkly. ::and in what ways are you impressive? i would really like to know::<br><br>His eyes seemed to flash as he scanned her figure, teasing her with his gaze
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 09:43:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She trailed a hand down her neck, running down her chest and pulling down the neck of her shirt the slightest bit. Physically she was well endowed, slender, a gorgeous face, a rack of soft and shapely c-cup breasts. A nice ass. Powerful, yet sleek legs. His expression turned her on, and she did her best to reciprocate the action. Wanton eyes gazed out at him. "I've got a pretty great body," Julia said, looking at herself and winking, "And I'm pretty good when it comes to... pleasure."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 09:59:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade arches a slender brow, chuckling a bit. ::is that so? i should wonder how good...:: he would tease. he kills off the last of his drink, setting his cup down. he was a firm fan of c-cups. his opinion was, any larger than his hand could hold was a waste. he ran his tongue over his upper lip slowly, and it might be possible she might wonder how good he was with his tongue. of course, the man had other skills when it came to the bed. his people were very sexual, never engaging in marriages because people tended to share partners. orgies were common events back in the good days.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 10:20:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julia began to crawl towards him on the couch, straddling his hips and facing him. "Yeah?" she whispered into his ear, backing up and watching as his tongue moved across his lip. Her hand ran softly along his face, and she grinned. "I wonder what's under all of that clothing," she purred, pulling lightly at the fabric of his shirt.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 10:22:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade would smirk a bit, his hands moving up her sides, chuckling a bit. ::i could say the same to you...:: his nails would be felt through the fabric of her shirt. his shirt was a button-up silk shirt, easily removed gently or by force.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 10:28:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Staring at his teeth, she began to unbutton his shirt. Deft fingers were able to do the job quickly, but not quick enough. Halfway through with unbuttoning, she ripped the rest open, buttons flying all over the couch. She'd fix it, she could sew. Julia's hands ran over his chest, and she rubbed her hips into his. Feeling his nails through the thin fabric of her tank top, she shivered lightly and bit her lip. "Feel free to see for yourself."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 10:36:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade would smile a bit as his shirt flew open, revealing his toned and hairless chest. he was very well built, his abs one could wash her clothes on. he was lean, without an ounce of fat on him. he would harden a nail into a claw, and run it down her spine. the shirt would fall open and forward, without her realizing how it happened. he gave a playful grin, chuckling playfully. ::don't mind if i do...::
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>sunbeams</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 10:40:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Having changed into some pajama-type clothes, she had removed her underwear. Tossing the shredded shirt to the floor, she pressed her breasts against his chest and kissed his neck, giving it a nibble before backing up and running a hand down the middle of his chest. Julia's hand slid past his pants, reaching further and running her fingers along his shaft.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: The Shadows Live &lt;DartimusRae and Sunbeams&gt;</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>DartimusRae</strong> on <strong>12-08-2010, 10:47:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shade sighs softly, grimacing a bit as she maneuvers into his pants without unbuckling his belt or unbuttoning and unzipping his pants. he would do this for her, sighing a bit at the ease in pressure before moving his hands to cup her breasts, his thumb and forefinger twisting lightly at her nipples. he purrs lightly at her, leaning up to kiss and nibble on her neck, his tongue dancing across her flesh
			</dd>
		</dl>
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