#♛ —— ❝ a man of the saints

[regaleur]

//tag list

[eyesofcuriosity]

⚑ Have you been forgiven for a mistake you’ve made? ♛ Have you ever seen drama be maturely sorted out? ♞ Do you tend to ignore drama?

⚑ Have you been forgiven for a mistake you’ve made?

/Yes and no it depends on the person. I'm very open-minded but also stubborn person. It all comes to a perspective in my opinion I may as have offended people with my action but I will always want to know how exactly? It is a bit saddening when people don't give you a clear response since well...how can one improve? Then again I'm not saint I have also stepped away from people that I don't feel close to. If its someone I consider a friend or I want to be friends with well then I want to talk and try to mend things.

to sum it up: eh...

♛ Have you ever seen drama be maturely sorted out?

/Actually yes and it happened pretty recently a dear neighbor ;) and a new blog I started following had an issue and honestly, they took it like an adult and provided their own perspective on the issue. Which made me warm up to them quickly.

♞ Do you tend to ignore drama?

/Depends what kind of drama it is? But for the most part I try to stay away, if its about irl situation things that are out of our control....yeah man I cant deal with that I'm already too tired. If its something community related to it include people I know of...I miiiiiight pay attention to see how things are going.

[arcgeminga]

Aspros, Defteros, you are now stuck in a room with all the other Gemini saints. Have fun and get to know the future Gemini saints!

♕┊ "What the fu... Hey!" Aspros called out to the person behind the door just as the lock turned with a faint 'click!'. Aspros was too busy hammering the door with his fist and screaming profanities that he didn't (bother to) realize that the room was already occupied by people wearing different time-period-specific versions of the Gemini Cloth.

♛┊ Defteros was the one that noticed. And he also was the only one to see the other Gemini Saints. Perhaps for that reason or another, Defteros started to chuckle nervously as he tugged on his brother's cape to redirect his attention.

"Brother..." Defteros muttered under his breath, turning a bit toward Aspros in his unconscious attempts to hide his unease.

Aspros immediately abandoned his attempt to get the person to unlock the door, spun on his heel, took a step forward, and placed his hands on his hips as if challenging the other Gemini Saints. Almost immediately, when there was enough space, Defteros made himself comfortable by sinking behind his brother.

"Who are you guys?" Aspros directed the question calmly as if he wasn't just now cursing the person who locked him in this room.

The first Gemini to respond to him had laughed into her arm.

"This is our ancestor?" Integra sneered. Although she didn't really mean anything like bloodline; everyone in the room knew that she was talking about the lineage of Gemini. "How pathetic. A bunch of co-dependant losers..."

"They aren't that pathetic," Paradox hummed, pressing her hands to the side of her face as she admired the Gemini Saints of the Lost Canvas. "They are quite lovely, wouldn't you say so? Nothing is lovelier than brotherly affection."

Across from them, on the recliner, Kanon snarled to the woman making doe-eyes, "Stop being a whore."

Aspros recognized the man, and gave a grunt, "oh, you. Long time no see, Kanon."

Kanon shrugged, then motioned his head to his identical twin who stood behind the recliner, "This is my brother, Saga."

Mutely, Saga offered a shy wave to Aspros and Defteros. Defteros waved back before slinking behind his brother again.

In the corner of the room, the short-haired Gemini scoffed. "...This is so stupid. I'm leaving," Cain rolled his eyes as he opened Another Dimension behind him and walked away from the encounter.

All of the Gemini Saints stared at the space where Cain disappeared from, even after the spatial rift closed.

"Oh, right."

Slowly, one by one, the Gemini Saints left the room via Another Dimension.

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「 B T S 」

✎SERIES: [NONE]

✎FICS/DRABBLES:

[ ☼ ][ ☾ ] [ ♛ ] synopsis: a brief ten days account of two siblings who meet their day’s end at the dinner table every night.

genre―slice of life; humour; comfort; sibling!au

characters―older brother!kim seokjin x younger sister!reader | no supporting character.

based on: the j-drama boku no neechan (literal trans: my sister).

w.c―(...)

warnings―none.

status―(writing...)

「 S E V E N T E E N 」

✎SERIES:

[ ☼ ] [ ☾ ] [ ♛ ] what if we lived in the same town | ot13

↬synopsis: there are 13 boys who lives in your town where each of them have each of their own colours. some you know in person & some from afar so one day you sat down deciding to describe each of their colours absorbing all of their goodness and all of their flaws. you wondered what if someone in some other town ever thought of questioning when they looked at these boys, that―what if we lived in the same town?

status: one member`s chapter every two weeks till all 13 of them are done.

seungcheol  ✓

jeonghan ✓

joshua ✓

junhui ✓

soonyoung

wonwoo ✓

jihoon

seokmin ✓

minghao (writing 40%)

mingyu ✓  

seungkwan 

chan

vernon ✓  

[ ☾ ] [ ♛ ] [ ☼ ] Lie Again | gangster ✗ bikers au!

synopsis: after returning to your childhood town 10 years later, you found the once bright streets & bustling town under the warm orange shade of sun turn completely into a place which only exists in those thriller movies you watched for the sake of the adrenaline rush. this town has been now been infiltered by the Crimson Saints, a bikers gang lead by kwon soonyoung―the newly appointed leader after the mysterious death of the previous one―choi seungcheol, also widely known as the founding member of Crimson Saints. nobody`s really sure about how he died but soonyoung has always been the closest one to hang out with him. a new member gets recently added named jeon wonwoo, known as one of the top student of the most prestigious school of the town. a sudden change from the maternal side of the jeon household taunts wonwoo to join the gang but tension always appear in the air between soonyoung & wonwoo whenever they`re in one single space which really didn`t prickle anyone`s skin until―you come in.

characters: soonyoung x oc x wonwoo | support: choi seungcheol.

chapters: 1 ; 2 ; 3 ; 4 ; 5 & more [undecided]

w.c: n/a.

warnings: mention of alcohol & death ; blood & gore ; use of vulgar language sometimes & [more undecided]

status: [on hold]

✎FICS/DRABBLES:

[ ☼ ][ ☾ ][ ♛ ]  If I Get To Meet You (ghost!au)

synopsis: the rumor has it that an young man`s ghost lives in the town`s oldest library―which also seems to be the closest one to your home. as a renowned bookworm of your family of a loving father and two elder brothers, you decide that you`ve had enough of reading the same books on repeat at your school library & so you walk out of your home one afternoon to visit the town`s oldest library to find new books to read and partly, to debunk the rumors which sounded quite silly to your ears.

characters: ghost!lee seokmin x reader | support: kim mingyu & jeon wonwoo.

w.c: (counting...)

warnings: mentions of death ; thoughts on self-harm.

status: [10% written + on hold]

[ ☼ ][ ☾ ][ ♛ ]  Here I Am, Again. (guardian!angel au)

synopsis: after being unemployed for almost two years―vernon, now not exactly a rookie angel by years but experience gets assigned to his first ever job & i.e to be a guardian angel to you, but as much as he was highly anticipating his first job even though it wasn`t quite his nature to be enthusiastic or show a lot of emotions on the outsides (which is also the very reason he wasn`t compatible being a guardian angel to anyone before), he was shunned when he first saw you. turns out, he didn`t really expect to meet you, yet again.

characters: guardian angel!vernon x reader | support: n/a.

w.c: (counting...)

warnings: mentions of death.

status: [10% written + on hold]

「 A T E E Z 」

― Nothing yet.

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[arcgeminga]

@goldenlightofhope​ -- Athena Sasha to Gemini Defteros

“Defteros…”

Everything has happened so quickly. Just a few months ago, Aspros had tried to assassinate the Pope, however, the Pope and Asmita knew of his plans and stopped him. She was only told about this a few days after. Defteros who was unfortunately controlled by his brother got free and killed his brother to save the Pope. Since there was no Gemini saint now, Defteros was the new Gemini saint. He was immediately given the title and cloth and he quickly left to Kanon Island before Sasha could even speak with him. Now that he was back in the Sanctuary temporarily, she could finally speak to him.

“I hope you have been well.”

♛┊ It’s been the first time in a couple of months since the last time he came out of Kanon Island. As soon as he defeated the Specter residing in the volcano, he took the role of the ‘Demon’ and lived in the wilderness of that island for a little over six months.

It was an extremely rough adjustment, living alone in the wilderness... but after being coached by Regulus a few times, Defteros was thriving.

...well, “thriving”. More like surviving. Or barely. He may have had just a few little escapes after he found several mushrooms on the island. Especially on his birth month. If he could hallucinate Aspros with him, he would do that every day if he could. Too bad Dégel severely scolded him after that fiasco of a ‘birthday’ that first full month of isolation. He had to keep off those things for nearly two months to avoid another scolding (and, plus, he was rattled with the threat of Kardia’s Scarlet Needle. Like hell he’ll suffer that...)

So, aside from the visits from Regulus, Dégel, and, rarely, Sisyphus, Defteros was left to himself on Kanon Island. Which was fine. After sobering up and actually looking after himself, Defteros became accustomed to life in the wild. After all, humans were an extremely adaptable species.

Which is why it was extremely weird to be surrounded by humans again. Like a wolf prowling unsafe grounds, Defteros found himself keeping a close eye on the men around him--untrusting and ready to defend himself. Deep inside, though, he knew that it was silly to be on the defensive. He was above all of these foot solders in regard to sheer strength. Only the foolish would charge at a beast. And, luckily, they recognized that he was the newly appointed Gold Saint even if he left the Gemini Cloth in Kanon Island to self-repair. Some of the soldiers stared as if they never saw a shirtless man before... (Pathetic whelps.)

Defteros avoided going up the temples to the Papal chambers. He followed old underground and hidden routes when he found one of his favorite entrances and quietly exited it from a double-sided mirror somewhere within the Pope’s chambers. He’s been to the top of the mountain once--when Aspros had controlled him with the Demon Emperor Fist... Once was all he needed to map out the temple.

After passing the grand alabaster doors into The Hall, the beast of a man strutted across the crimson carpet until he stopped to offer a brief bow to the sitting Goddess.

♛┊ “I pray the Goddess Athena is in good health?” Defteros’ voice had alarmingly roughened from his constant roaring in attempts to intimidate poachers. He has been trying to keep his screeching to a minimum since the day Regulus harshly scolded him and then nursed him back to decent health after the kid walked into the volcano during a very unflattering moment a month ago.

To relieve the scratch, the Gemini Saint turned his head and coughed into his hand before he returned his attention to Sasha. “I’ve been in questionable health in the beginning of my isolation, but I’m fine. Is there any urgent reason for the summon?”

He wasn’t against idle chatting--after all, socialization help keep the death-harboring loneliness away... However, Defteros really couldn’t talk for too long unless he wanted to be forced to keep his mouth shut for an entire week again...which he didn’t, honestly. Those poachers back home were annoyingly persistent if there was no one to scare them.

[arcgeminga]

They were teleported to the Gemini temple and Regulus was already pushing Defteros inside.

“Surprise! Happy Birthday!”

The inside of the temple was decorated with birthday decorations. Apparently, everyone was preparing a secret party for Defteros’ birthday. It was both Regulus’ and Athena’s idea. Soon, everyone was enjoying themselves and Defteros had a pile of presents in the corner.

“Defteros,” Athena said as she approached him. “Happy Birthday. I know this might seem a little new and strange to you but we wanted to let you know no matter what, you are welcomed here. You are not just a replacement for Aspros. Just like every saint here, you are important to me and I wish you the very best.”

|  Continued

♛┊ Defteros was more than surprised at the unexpected teleportation. First of all, he’s never seen an Aries saint, so he had no idea that they could do such a thing as teleportation. As far as he was concerned, only the Gemini Saints had the ability to travel from one place to another with such ease.

Even more, the man froze at the sight of the very familiar temple. His home. His ‘Home’. He thought he would never see the Gemini Temple again, after vowing his life to Kanon Island and his training to become a demon. But he was home again -- and memories of his brother came flooding back. He would have been incapacitated with the onslaught of memories and resurging emotions, but Regulus wasn’t giving him time to dwell on those long-ignored feelings. The boy was on his back, shoving him into the temple -  and Defteros didn’t have the will to resist.

As soon as a foot entered the temple’s sacred grounds, a cacophony of sudden noise assailed his ears, causing him to flinch from fright. One would expect a man of the wilderness to react in kind with aggression, but Defteros stood  dumbfounded as Saints and attendants presented him with gifts, food, and their well-wishes for his birthday.  

Defteros looked like a fool with his mouth slightly ajar, staring cluelessly at the numerous people who showed up to his home to wish him a happy birthday. As the Celebrations went on, Defteros remained muted throughout the entire event. He did help himself to some of the food (it was the scarce season), and he did manage a few ‘thank you’s to stay polite, but he was overall very quiet.

It wasn’t that he didn’t appreciate all of this. He really did appreciate the length these people went for such an insignificant day as someone’s date of birth. But something was gnawing away at the man’s mind -- his emotions.

When the recluse did find a small corner of his temple to retreat too, he was approached by Athena. She said her piece, but as she spoke, Defteros began to feel small.

♛┊ “Right,” was the only word he could start with, honestly. He didn’t mean to sound so doubtful, but the mention of Aspros was too much for him. He was unable to hold the Goddess’ gaze, and his blue eyes dropped to the broken stone tiles of the floor. He bit the inner part of his cheek, trying to drown the urge to show any sort of weakness. But, his mind had already went on and thought about Aspros.

It was at that moment he realized how lonely it was.

But he tried not to show it as he forced himself to say something to deflect, but his voice was straining and quiet, “You are... extremely magnanimous, Goddess Athena. It would seem that we all are your precious children.”

...except traitors.

But Defteros distracted himself from saying any more by taking a drink from the cup he held in his hand.

[arcgeminga]

Regulus was outside with Defteros. It was night time and Regulus was sleepy and trying his best to stay awake. Suddenly, someone nearby sneezed very loudly, startling the young boy as he nearly jumped back and grab onto Defteros. He stayed there for a few seconds, hiding his head under Defteros' arm before realizing what just happen. His face was now red as he pulled away and apologize for what had happen.

♛┊ Defteros and Regulus went out for a stroll. It's been overdue, honestly. Although he lived in Kanon Island now, being stuck in the same suffocating air was terrible for whatever remained of his health. So, when Regulus came by the island with a set of garments that Dégel most likely handed to him, Defteros - even if he acted reluctantly - donned the new set of clothes and went with the boy into town.

They had stopped at the park, taking a bit of a break from the long walk, when some passerby sneezed like a bear. Defteros was sitting, but Regulus was still on his feet, in the middle of chattering about something or another about the stars that his father taught him. Regulus had jerked and clung to him like a... child...

Perhaps he had gotten too used to being alone... The sudden burst of buzzing that assaulted his senses left Defteros feeling odd... Uncomfortable, but welcomed - craved.

Defteros was just about to wrap his arms around the startled child when Regulus pulled away, embarrassed.

♛┊ "What are you apologizing for?" Defteros couldn't help but ask, his rough voice nearly an affectionate growl. He reached out to pat the boy's head.

He nearly wanted to tug the boy into a hug and keep him there for a while. But the man had his Pride, and he didn't give in to that urge. The hunger for affection...

So he decided to distract the situation by teasing the young Leo Saint, "It's okay to admit that people sneezing scares you. It's adorable that your first instinct is to hide, though. A trait you picked up from the wild, perhaps?"

[arcgeminga]

“Defteros, I want to introduce you to Albafica! He is almost as socially awkwardly as you! You two should be friends!” Regulus said with a bright smile while Albafica glared at Regulus for that statement he just said. He didn’t even want to be here!

♛┊ Defteros stared at Regulus -- not even bothering to pass the Pisces Saint a look (at least not directly. He saw the man from the corner of his eye). He knew who the Pisces saint was. And Defteros was more than happy to comply with the other's wish of staying the fuck away from him. The new Gemini could have done anything to show his dislike for such an idea... He didn't want any of this attention. All of these people...

It was the first time he was 'seen' by many eyes over the short period after Aspros' death (it might have been a month, but it was still too soon for Defteros' lonely heart. His brother was his world.)

"...Why would I want to be friends with him?" Defteros asked flatly, but there was no animosity in the words. He was just overwhelmed with the spotlight after he had spent his entire life in the shadows. "What are two socially awkward idiots going to do? Drink liquor and share painful experiences of loneliness?"

...Ah, perhaps he said too much.

Defteros shrugged before he went back to staring at nothing in particular. "Sorry. Forget I said anything. I'm just exhausted."

[arcgeminga]

“So you are the one Degel spoke about,” Kardia said while taking a bite out of his apple. (To Defteros)

♛┊ Defteros stared at the man in front of him. He was aware of this being the Scorpio Saint. After all, he haunted Sanctuary like a ghost for long enough. Which means he also knew how unpredictable this man could be.

"...So you're the one Dégel spoke about," Defteros mirrored the words as he slid his fingers under his chin in thought. He measured Kardia with his eyes before ultimately landing on the apple. Right, this man had a bad heart. It's not like he really heard anything from Dégel either. He just wanted to throw the sentence back at Kardia.

But the two said nothing more. They stared at each other while Kardia continued to innocently eat his apple.

[arcgeminga]

Valentine's Day questions (both Gemini twins): 9, 24, 27, 29, 38, 41, 44, 52, 55, 60, 65

Valentine's Day questions BE NOSY PLEASE | Not accepting

27: If you could go back in time and give yourself one piece of advice about dating what would it be?

♕┊ Aspros had a light cringe on his face. Oh, if he could go back in time, he’d tell his younger self who exactly to avoid. Ah, yes, he could never forget the hurtful words - but the Gemini Saint masked his discomfort with a scoff and rolled his eyes. “Perhaps my only advice is to never fall for someone before you know who they really are.”

♛┊ Defteros stared at the question, baffled. It was visible that the gears were turning in his head as he dumbly came to an unsure, "I... never..."

29: What do you notice first about another person?

♕┊ “Eyes,” Aspros mused softly. A person’s eyes were the most telling. Just from the other’s glance or how another would stare, it was easy to tell if they harbored ill intentions or suspicions.

♛┊ Defteros took some time to think about the question... He wasn't a romantic, and he never thought about having a significant other... But it would be rude for him to not answer, so he blurted, "If they like sex, I guess."

...He amended his answer to add "And if they're not mean to me" after his brother gave him a sharp glare.

38: Do you enjoy love films? (changing it to romance operas for the time period)

♕┊ Aspros had to think about this for a moment. He did enjoy some operas, yes... but they were also pretty tragic and dramatic. He wouldn’t say he favored romantic operas, but they weren’t high on his dislike list. “I can stand them.” 

♛┊ Defteros had never seen an opera, but even if he did he probably would dislike it anyway... he wasn't anything of a romantic. "No."

41: What's your imagination of a "perfect date"?

♕┊ Aspros blushed. His ‘perfect date’?? Honestly, he hasn’t thought about it that much... but at the question, the first imagery that shot into his head above all else was... a normal outing under the stars. Something ‘normal’ -- that ‘normal’ people did. 

But the man coughed and simply said, “What idiotic notion.”

♛┊ Defteros turned his head away and coughed. He was not answering this.

44: Would you consider yourself "romantic"?

♕┊ Aspros averted his eyes in shame. “...” 

♛┊ "Hell no."

52: Are you good at giving other people advices regarding dating/ relationships?

♕┊ “...no,” Aspros honestly never been approached about such things. After all, most people seemed to have never thought him a man experienced in such things. But even then, he would have never cared about another’s relationship enough to give tips about it.

♛┊ “...Perhaps,” Defteros sighed as he stared up at the ceiling. He wouldn’t call it ‘dating’, though... More like... sex tips. 

55: Would you consider yourself "clingy", "overly attached" or "jealous"?

♕┊ “Jealous, yes,” Aspros laughed as a sly smirk lighted his lips. He wouldn’t show his jealousy, but if someone did end up coming hard onto his partner (or brother, for that matter), he would get rather jealous. Expertly schooled, but still jealous nonetheless. 

♛┊ Defteros blinked blankly at the question... ‘clingy’... ‘overly attached’...’jealous’... I mean, he wouldn’t lie, he is all of the above. Especially since, even though he is a hermit and a lone wolf, if he found someone who could understand him deeper than what he puts out there, he could gravitate to them... If it ended up being an actual partner, he knew that he might become dependent on them...

Since he’s not a ‘person’, to be someone’s shadow is his life’s calling... 

But Defteros coughed again, refusing to answer.

60: What's your opinion on open relationships?

♕┊ Aspros’ expression turned very dark and sour. Just the thought of an open relationship was enough to ruin any sort of mood. Ah yes. ‘open relationships’. What an idiotic notion just to have validation to cheat on your unsuspecting spouse. Especially when it’s an unspoken, one-sided ‘open relationship’... 

With venom thick, Aspros said, “Due to past experience, I hate it.”

♛┊ Defteros, on the other hand, turned his face away from his brother, seeming to be more interested at the walls of the Gemini Temple. He couldn’t admit it out loud since his brother was there -- knowing how hurt Aspros had been with such things back when they were sixteen -- but he honestly saw nothing wrong with open relationships. As long as all parties weren’t getting pissy about it. As soon as one person in the open relationship started getting upset at it, then it destroys the entire concept.

Besides, Defteros may or may not have slept with some people in such relationships. Not that he bothered to stick around. A fuck was a fuck, and honestly he couldn’t care. If he had a partner who was willing for an open relationship, he wouldn’t mind. It would probably be safer for them anyway.

Defteros shrugged, “Meh.” 

65: Would you consider yourself a "cuddler"?

♕┊ Aspros tilted his head and thought. “...I do like cuddling.”

It was a rare moment of sincerity. However, just because he was sincere about his confession, it didn’t mean he would willingly ask for cuddles. Only children did that. So yes, he would consider himself a ‘cuddler’, but it’s an embarrassing act...

♛┊ Defteros blushed and muttered something under his breath which no one caught.

...but, metagaming, of course he was a cuddler. 

[arcgeminga]

“So you are his brother….” (Manigoldo to Defteros)

♛┊ Defteros had a feeling that his brother was seeing someone. After all, his brother stopped visiting the brothel a year or two ago and he appeared more defensive about being followed. Defteros had always respected his brother's wishes and didn't tail him into town when he asked... but he didn't mind it. Aspros was his brother and as long as he was satisfied, it was enough for Defteros.

As soon as Manigoldo had stepped towards him with that look on his face... Defteros knew. He should have realized it earlier. Aspros did have fancy for the feisty types, and he was a molly. But even if he knew about their connection earlier, would it have made a difference?

This was... uncomfortable.

♛┊ "Yeah..." Defteros had a hard time looking at the man directly. Blue eyes always darted to anything around the Cancer Saint's body--hoping that the man didn't take out his anger on him. After all, Aspros did try to kill Manigoldo's master. He didn't know Manigoldo's personality, but he did know that hurting people may lash out in anger. Considering the circumstances, Defteros was prepared to get hit.

Like an awkward conversation, silence befell the two. Defteros had his head down as if expecting a scolding and Manigoldo scrutinizing him hard...

[arcgeminga]

"If you ever betray the Sanctuary like your brother did, I will not give you any mercy." (El Cid to Defteros)

♛┊ Defteros gave the man a sharp glare. He was aware that his brother's betrayal of Sanctuary was personal to a lot of Saints. And he knew that, as Athena's regent, the Pope was well respected among everyone all over the world.

Defteros hated being threatened, and he usually responded poorly to such threats. But given the circumstances... All of Sanctuary was still on high alert. Emotions were still heightened, and... he was Aspros' brother.

He was prepared for people to distrust him.

"Noted," Defteros bit back coldly, his steady glower not leaving the Spaniard.

[arcgeminga]

[ nap ] for your muse to fall asleep against mine (Defteros and Regulus)

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♛┊ It was getting late at night, and Defteros knew this. He should have sent the child away earlier, but they talked about an interesting topic and lost track of time. Defteros enjoyed stargazing, so his attention was away from his friend as Regulus was talking.

He lost track of time as he was stargazing. He was brought back to the world when a firm weight leaned against him. In a surprise, Defteros glanced down at the source of this pressure with wide eyes. When he saw that newly appointed Leo Saint was asleep, his expression softened.

♛┊ "..."

It would be rude to wake Regulus just to ask him to get off.

Defteros waited a little longer to confirm the child's deep sleep, then he shifted his body to face the boy. With uncharacteristic carefulness, the man drew the child into his arms and carried him as he stood. The boy was lighter than he expected, even with the gold cloth.

Defteros was quiet as he walked to the Leo temple, taking the risk of being seen by not taking the secret passages. He did keep to the shadows though, practicing extra vigilance so that he prevented any sort of tussle that might cause Regulus to wake up.

In the end, he made it to the Leo temple without incident. Although he didn't know the layout of this temple as well as he did with Gemini, after a bit of exploring with the sleeping child in his arms, he did eventually find the small bed chambers.

He was experienced in removing a Gold Cloth from its wearer's body. After all, there was plenty of times he caught Aspros passed out in full armor. After he got Regulus as relaxed as he could, Defteros left quietly.

Well... It wasn't that bad of a night anyway, so he didn't mind that he had to take Regulus home.

[arcgeminga]

[ eat ] for your muse to offer mine food (Defteros and Regulus)

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♛┊ Living on Kanon Island meant that good food wasn't an option. Defteros had learned to live with the scarceness, but he did have some desperate moments that he wasn't at all proud of.

The skulls decorating the entrance of his home are akin to scarecrows--there to scare off regular folk who wandered too far for their own good. If he stumbled upon a dead body, he would burn the flesh away with the lava, training his Cosmo by preserving the skulls. He might have had a starvation-driven bite on a man once or twice before, but he never actually consumed human flesh. At least... he doesn't believe he did. (he might have turned off his 'switch' for a brief time once or twice to deal with the insanity hunger brings...)

It was the season when the game was getting more scarce, and his pained stomach was driving him insane. He tried to sleep it off in an alcove within his cave when he heard foreign chattering. Defteros didn't feel like getting up, so he listened in grumpy silence.

After a few words were spoken, he suddenly heard his name.

♛┊ Oh... Oh, wait!! He recognized that voice!

Defteros rolled from his comfort then jumped down from his secret sleeping place in the high corners of the cave. There was a splash as he landed in the magma, but it didn't scorch his skin in the slightest.

"Regulus," he said in greeting, his voice rougher than before thanks to a year of yelling in successful efforts to scare off bothersome adventurers. Yet, Defteros couldn't even ask what the boy was doing in Kanon Island when a basket of rich meals and sweets was presented to him.

The boy started chatting as if it was just natural to drop into a Demon's haven, make yourself at home, and catch up on missed times. But Defteros wasn't even paying attention to the words spoken. While the Leo Saint sat on one of the natural shelves within the cave, Defteros remained in the pool of Lava; the sharp eyes of the Gemini successor were fixed on Regulus as Defteros hungrily wolfed down the items from the basket of delicious goods.

This damn kid...

[arcgeminga]

@goldenlightofhope​ -- Sagittarius Sisyphus to Defteros

It was no surprise that Sisyphus found Defteros by his brother’s grave. He wanted to speak to Defteros privately, however, every time he tried to, Defteros was either not found or Regulus was with him. Sisyphus did not want to intrude, however, this might be the only time he can speak to Defteros alone regarding his brother and Regulus.

“I hope I am not intruding but can we talk?”  

♛┊ Defteros couldn’t help but ask himself ‘why?’

Why did things turn out this way? Why did Aspros become like he did? Why did Aspros feel the need to take matters into his own hands as if he had nothing to lose?

Standing in front of his brother’s grave brought little solace. Every time he glanced at the tome stone, his nerves felt jittery. It was as if he expected his brother to dig himself from the grave to finish what he started.  It was an impossible feat, seeing how it was nearing a two weeks since Aspros’ untimely end... But the feeling kept gnawing at the back of Defteros’ mind. If it wasn’t the creeping guilt keeping the younger twin up at night, it was the unsettling, blood-chilling feeling.

Spending more time with Regulus helped elevate some of those unsettling, bone-crushing feelings. Perhaps he had ached too much and needed the physical affection the kid brought--or perhaps it was the creeping loneliness... As much as the kid brought some comfort, everything was cold again not even a second after they part. He felt colder being alone than the time he fought Dégel. But he couldn’t bother people. Especially when he’s the brother of a traitor; a curse to Sanctuary.

Defteros heard someone approaching long before words were spoken. When Sisyphus did speak, Defteros heaved a heavy, chest-deep sigh. He lost count of how many times he sighed. Then he turned to face the Sagittarius saint -- the unwitting rival of his brother.

♛┊ “What do you want?” While the words were harsh, the bite was completely gone and replaced by a grief-fueled lethargy. Although he wouldn’t ever admit the extent of his grief over the lost of his brother (world), the dark circles under his red-rimmed eyes were betrayers to his wish to keep his matters private. However, the man did his best to ignore the ache in his chest, and hoped Sisyphus had the decency to overlook the physical signs of mourning.