The sunlight of the afternoon pushes its way into the Watch as the wind carries in the brisk smell of the sea. Outside the usual hustle and bustle of the world continues without even a moment of pause to ponder the large night club. Safe within the darkness of their cave like rooms, Robert and Timothy sleep peacefully unaware of the going-ons around them.
All seems quiet within the building except for the hushed voices of the two men slipping from the slightly ajar door of Quinn’s office.
“Where is the girl” an unrecognizable voice asks. The voice is deep and commanding, filling the office with a dark presence.
“She is attending to the mortal matter of the Corporation elsewhere, Lord Noctis” Akki’s responds. His voice giving the same sort of respect he usually only uses for when addressing Quinn as ‘Mistress’.
“Very well Prince Akki, then let us speak openly” the first voice says, presumably Lord Noctis’. “I have heard some troubling rumors as of late. Is it true that she harbors feelings for the Scourge of Samael?”
The sounds of Akki moving across the room filters out of the doorway and into the hall. “It is true Noctis, but you need not worry any more about that. It seems for once that the caelum balatros have done our work for us. The Scourge’s attentions have otherwise been distracted.
“And how is our Epoine doing after this turn of events” the man asks, chuckling to himself.
“I did not know you indulged in mortal amusements Noctis” Akki says.
The other voice laughs before continuing. “As you well know my Prince, I have enjoyed some time on the terra side myself. Once while up there I spent some time with a mortal who’s interest ran in that direction.”
“I see. Well she plays the part wonderfully. The darkness that surrounds her heart is so sweet I ache for a taste of it.”
“Soon enough I’m sure my Prince. From what I hear High Lord Ianitor has begun to set the plan into motion. He will call her back when he’s ready.”
A low hiss sounds as a chair is pushed away quickly. Akki’s voice rises with anger. “I will not allow him to possess her. She is mine; she will be the one to put me back on the throne.”
A moment passes before the other man speaks again. “I have no doubt of her abilities on this My Lord Prince. Know that your supporters amass and have ready your army for when that day comes.”
Akki’s voice quiets once again. “Very well Noctis, I have confidence in your words. Please continue to do your best in delaying Ianitor. We have won one victory over the girl. Her heart is now open for me to win another.”
Lord Noctis’ voice seems confused as his next statement falters on his earlier confidence. “My Prince… what exactly do you have planned for the girl?”
Akki’s laugh does nothing to hide his evil as his response unnerves even the other Dark Lord.
“Love….”
The office goes silent after that.
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