Lian Harper/Jade Arrow (rightontarget) wrote in dc_nextgen,
@ 2010-08-31 22:37:00

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inactive - damien wilson, inactive - lian harper, inactive - morgaine king, plot - "dangerous little games we play"

Breaking and entering
It had taken Lian a few days to get there, but she'd made it to the League of Assassins headquarters. Several flights later, after staying in a cheap hotel, she'd made the trek through the Arabian desert, traveling light, taking only her bow and knives, but carrying just enough food and water to where she wouldn't starve to death or die of thirst.

That and the headquarters for the League of Assassins, wasn't exactly the easy place to find. You had to know where to look.

Luckily, there's a perk in having a parent for a member.

Lian made her way to the entrance, making sure to stay hidden.

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	rightontarget 2010-09-02 03:23 pm UTC (link)
	"Certainly. Though you're warned ahead of time, I'm not a morning person." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-02 04:38 pm UTC (link)
	"Do not worry." Damien says pulling out her chair and waiting for her to sit down. "We will change that." Damien smiles. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-02 04:39 pm UTC (link)
	"Strong coffee?" Lian asked with a smirk, as she took her seat. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

headofthedemon
2010-09-02 05:01 pm UTC (link)

Damien wasn't expecting such a quick and clever comeback. He laughs again, as if Lian has just told him the first good joke he's ever heard.

He takes his seat and begins placing food upon the plate for Lian.

"You have a sharp wit. You think quickly on your feet. I remain impressed by you." he says.

"Cheshire does not speak of her life, often. I take it that you are not close with her?" he inquires.

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rightontarget
2010-09-02 05:42 pm UTC (link)

"Like I said earlier, it helps to think on your feet in this life. Because if you don't, well...the results will be rather messy, we'll say."

She took another sip of her wine. Her mother was a touchy subject, even with those that knew her very well.

"My mother's lifestyle meant that she couldn't be in mine as much as she wanted. So, no, we are not close. She loves me, in her own way, but we've never been extremely close."

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headofthedemon
2010-09-02 05:53 pm UTC (link)

"Would you believe that I know something of how you feel?" he asks genuinely.

"My mother has always had her plans for me, her goals and desires. She only wants who and what is best for me, but it is /her/ definition of those things. As you can imagine, it leads to conflict." he says with a rueful smile.

"But I am aware she loves me. Always." he says.

"What about your father?"

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rightontarget
2010-09-02 07:44 pm UTC (link)

"Living up to someone's expectations is never easy, especially when you want to just do things your own way. It's hard to have someone hovering over you, wanting something for you when you want the other."

Lian paused, taking another sip of her wine.

"I am closer to my father, as he raised me. He can be protective of me, as all fathers can be. But he knows that I have a good head on my shoulders, and that I choose what is right for me."

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	headofthedemon 2010-09-02 08:09 pm UTC (link)
	"As a good father should." Damien says. "My father always pushed me to be a man that accepts who I am and to live without fear." He serves himself some of the pasta and smoothly picks up his forkto begin eating. He chews slowly and thoughtfully, watching Lian with great interest. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-02 08:30 pm UTC (link)
	"I was taught to be myself, and if anyone had a problem with the person that I am, well, to hell with them." She took a bite of her pasta. Bacon. Good, delicious bacon. "What about you sister? Are you close to her at all?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

headofthedemon
2010-09-03 12:19 am UTC (link)

"Our relationship is good, if strained." Damien says of his younger sister, taking another sip of wine before he continues.

"I was always raised to become the Demon's Head, and Morgaine was raised to always follow me. Our mother and grandfather did not treat her well and I have always tried to make up for it, but she still resents me.

Some days, however, I almost believe she loves me, deep down." Damien chuckles.

"Do you have any siblings?" he asks.

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	rightontarget 2010-09-03 12:36 am UTC (link)
	"One," Lian said, "A younger brother. But I've never met him. I don't even know his name, or what he looks like. I couldn't pick him out in a crowd or anything." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-03 12:51 am UTC (link)
	Damien nods. "I should be more precise. I actually have two elder siblings. Once there were three, but an older brother passed away years ago. My father took his passing especially hard, I'm told." Damien says taking a bite of the bacon pasta. "This was an excellent choice, Lian. Your taste is excellent." Damien says. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-03 12:59 am UTC (link)
	"For all I know, I could have a couple of younger siblings out there," Lian said, "Mom liked her...simple pleasures." Lian took a bite of her pasta. "Your cooks did an excellent job preparing it. This is delicious." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-03 01:33 am UTC (link)
	"I will relay your regards." Damien says, with a smile. The cook did not fail him, and would be pleased to know that she would live another evening. "Well, I can have your mother come to you at our next destination if you so choose. She is not here." Damien says. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-03 01:49 am UTC (link)
	"My mother's a busy woman," Lian said, "You don't have to go out of your way on my account." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-03 01:53 am UTC (link)
	"She's only as busy as I tell her she is, Lian. If you wish to see her, tell me and you will." Damien says. "You are a better dancer than you let on." he says, after a long pause. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-03 01:59 am UTC (link)
	"I'll put it into consideration," Lian said with a smile, "Thank you." "I had a pretty damn good partner," Lian said, "I was a little suprised at myself, actually. I normally have two left feet." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-03 02:16 am UTC (link)
	"Why do I have a difficult time believing you are ever anything less than graceful and poised?" Damien asks. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-03 02:23 am UTC (link)
	"I have my moments when I'm less than graceful." Lian smiled. "I'm glad you're impressed, though." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-03 02:43 am UTC (link)
	"I will be watching you intently to find these less graceful moments. I hope you do not easily fold under pressure." Damien smiles. "I have ordered Tiramisu for dessert tonight. Have you ever had it?" he asks. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-03 02:50 am UTC (link)
	"You'll find that I can handle pressure pretty well in large doses," Lian said. "I have not. I guess that means I'll try it tonight, then." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-03 02:54 am UTC (link)
	"It is a pie made with rum and whipped cream. It is very tasty, so I hope you will like it. If you do not, we will find something that you do enjoy." Damien says. "How is your pasta?" he asks. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-03 02:56 am UTC (link)
	"That sounds delicious. I'm sure I'll enjoy it." "Extremely delicious. Best pasta I've had in awhile." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2010-09-03 02:58 am UTC (link)
	"Do you mind if I try a bit of yours? It looks very good." he says. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	rightontarget 2010-09-03 03:00 am UTC (link)
	"Please, go right ahead," Lian said, tipping her plate towards him. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)