I trotted down the halls at a brisk pace. I had to continually tell myself that this was NOT home. I could feel Tanex's energy everywhere...but sometimes my eyes continually cried out their approval for my surroundings. I knew every twist...every turn. I could almost walk these halls blindfolded, unlike how Oblivion had changed. Swinging around a corner, I could swear I saw Vexen as the door to Xirian's lab swung open. I froze...
"...Xi....RaXi!" Verex's voice came through. I shook my head and rubbed my eye.
"Oh, hello Verex. I'm back." I stated flatly.
"Hah, I can see that." He smiled. "Welcome Back RaXi." His eyes lingered on mine for much too long, causing me to abruptly look to the side.
"Where are the girls? We have a brief respite until Triskix returns...I want to take this time and use it productively."
"They're still in the lab, driving Xirian up a wall no doubt." He nearly laughed. I rose my eyebrow in response, wondering just WHAT had gone on in my absence. "However, before you take off, tell me...how did things go?"
I nearly smirked at him. "Don't tell me you didn't realize...he-"
"Yes...I know Xerebus is here...what I'm asking is...in what CONDITION did he arrive?"
My expression souring a bit, I slanted my eyes and turned them to the side. "I suppose you could say willingly...I do not trust him...and I do NOT condone what I see between him and Nyx. I refuse to accept the things swirling in my head...not until Nyx confirms them herself. And I swear...until that time...he had better keep his distance."
Verex broke out into full on laughter. I almost growled in response.
"RaXi...you sound like an overprotective parent!" He exclaimed. I was in utter shock.
"C-Come again?!"
"You do! If not a parent...then like an older sibling or something! Listen to yourself! 'I won't CONDONE it?' 'He'd Better Keep His Distance?' Don't you think that's a bit harsh?" He conveyed. "Not only that...but quite honestly...isn't that for NYX to decide herself?"
The walls froze over as I glared at Verex, urging him to keep his opinions to HIMSELF. He wasn't phased in the slightest...his laughing continuing to echo.
"I can't believe your nerve." I snarled. "Nyx...she's...too kind for her own good! Do you want me to leave her?! To let her be conned and harmed?! Well I'm sorry, but I WON'T ALLOW IT!"
"No...RaXi..." He protested when he noticed how much this truly bothered me. I could see the slight shock in his eyes as his expression turned to one of slight remorse. "I only-"
"Laugh all you want...we may not be blood...but I SWORE to protect that girl...I will carry out my WORD! UNTO MY DEATH!" I stormed into the lab, opened a portal and ordered Xyta and Aidex through. Xirian adjusted his glasses, but quickly returned to his work...knowing right away I wasn't in the mood for idle chit-chat.
"What's going on Master RaXi? Is....everything alright?" Aidex questioned in a small voice.
"Everything is fine. Take a look around you two. This is the arena." I explained. "We're going to get some training in. Though Aidex...I'm afraid you'll have to sit this one out. I haven't the slightest idea how to train one with your capabilities...and right now...I seek to discover Xyta's strength."
Aidex nodded.
"Huh...this is dumb." Xyta rebuked, with a less than enthused tone.
"Dumb or not...you will complete your exercises...unless you think you can take ME on." I taunted, a gleam in my eyes. She averted my gaze and drew out her weapon.
"What do I have to do...?" She sighed.
I smiled. "Good. First I want you to-"
--We began her training session...I was hoping it would take my mind off the situation inside. I wanted to confront Nyx about that man...and yet at the same time I was afraid I didn't want to hear her answer. It bothered me...down to my very core. And not only that...but Triskix had yet to return from Oblivion. If he took too long...would I have to go after him? Would it go that far?
My thoughts were interrupted, a portal opened in the corner of the arena...a familiar figure stepping through....
~RaXi
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AHAHAH! My way of leaving it open! Anyone may continue by entering to watch or speak with RaXi. Right now, Xyta is completing basic ice exercises, RaXi is WATCHING and Aidex is standing at her side. ;3
Kira: Ah Verex....bad move man...
Verex: I was just telling the truth and JOKING around! She takes everything so...serious... T.T Do you think she hates me?
Kira: ......
Verex: SAY SOMETHING!! ToT!!
