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Jan 9, 2018 13:55:13 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 9, 2018 13:55:13 GMT -5
"That's what we were told it called itself. Apparently attacks through mirrors, or reflections...."
"According to my father, his four sons sealed the demon inside the very mirror that killed him. And that mirror was... supposedly... destroyed."
"Maybe destrying the mirror released the demon." Lei theorized. "If anything, destroying a containment vessel... frees the demon."
Elise didn't know what to think of this. She never really believed the supernatural or anything not concrete. But she acknowledges that this is something far beyond her realm of capabilities. Some things are just never meant to be understood. She thought perhaps Lei had a PTSD moment, but there was little to nothing to trigger his flashback. Or was it his worst fears and anxiety taking over? Though Lei may have very well been hallucinating, everyone backs up his hallucination.
"But if it is broken, he could not be un-sealed..."
"True..."
"Does your family possess something.... old..? Something the demon could want..?"
"The Kali-Yuga. Obviously. It is the very weapon that the four sons used..." He muttered, theorizing everything.
"Maybe the Portuguese invaders found the pieces and accidentally created the demon?" Lei asked.
"Perhaps... it would explain how it ended up in Europe."
"Portugese invaders?" Elise asked.
"Yes, the Portugese invaded China for its treasures and silk..."
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Jan 9, 2018 14:19:44 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Jan 9, 2018 14:19:44 GMT -5
"Clearly sealing it doesn't work..." Matsuo muttered, looking at his mother. "So you have the the kali yuga, I wondered..." She said. "It must be wanting to increase it's evil energy, by finding the person in your family that has it." Matsuo said, "It must know by now that you don't... You were just lunch..." He said, walking towards the hall.
"He's so grumpy..." Aiko said, walking to the brothers. "We should find Claudio Serafino. He's the only person alive who has fought this demon, and lived to tell about it. He could confirm if it's really the Espelhar." She said.
"Now... If everything here is clear, We should go rest. We will search for Serafino tomorrow.." She said, smiling.
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Jan 9, 2018 15:01:31 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 9, 2018 15:01:31 GMT -5
"Clearly sealing it doesn't work... So you have the the kali yuga, I wondered... It must be wanting to increase it's evil energy, by finding the person in your family that has it."
Fulong nods. "Hence why my father chose you... it only takes one with a lot of yang energy to wield it. I am do not have a lot of yang. So I cannot use it. But you and my grandson both can." He crosses his arms.
Lei nodded.
"It must know by now that you don't... You were just lunch..."
"Gee, that's reassuring." Lei muttered sarcastically.
The brothers watched as Matsuo left and nodded in understanding as Aiko had explained that he was a little grumpy.
"I'd be grumpy, too if I was dealing with demons." Lei added.
"We should find Claudio Serafino. He's the only person alive who has fought this demon, and lived to tell about it. He could confirm if it's really the Espelhar. Now... If everything here is clear, We should go rest. We will search for Serafino tomorrow.."
"Yes. We should." Lei nodded. "I think I might be able to find him." He then turned to Fulong and spoke to him in Mandarin.
'How long are you staying?'
'Until we stop this demon. What about you?'
'Until I find out what Father was doing. He never mentioned this in his journal.'
'That was because this was his police journal on the Mishima incident. He never kept any journals. He only kept this one because he wanted to stop Heihachi...'
'Oh...' He muttered.
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Jan 9, 2018 23:18:01 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Jan 9, 2018 23:18:01 GMT -5
"Sounds like a plan. Good day, Fulong... Wulong.." She said, before bowing and taking her leave.
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Jan 9, 2018 23:58:08 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 9, 2018 23:58:08 GMT -5
The brothers waved bye. Elise then quickly got dressed as she had told Lei she had a meeting to go to, at which Lei understood. He asked if he could come with her, but Elise suggested that Lei stay and mingle with his brother and assured Lei that she will be back and not to worry.
As Elise left, Lei could only sigh.
'I'm going to miss that woman when she's gone... I just wish I had a litle longer... to spend time with her... ya' know?' Lei admitted to his brother in Mandarin. 'I really... like her...'
Fulong had his arms crossed stroking his chin. He really didn't like Elise. The last thing he needed was another white trash in his family. But his brother really liked this woman and he seemed really happy. After all, who is he to get in the way of his brother's happiness again? Plus, the ancestors appear to have his blessing.
'I'm happy for you. You have my blessing.' This was the first time Fulong ever said that to his brother.
This caught Lei by surprise as he found himself hugging the taller man. 'Elder Brother Fulong, thank you! I am honored that I have your blessing.'
You may disagree with your brother's choices and how he lives his life, but at the end of the day, it's his own life to live, and he'd rather be happy about it. Perhaps that's why Xianlong does so well in school. She's in a happier environment with enough attention and care. One that Fulong realizes that he had failed to do. But she was a girl, and didn't have much of a future ahead. But... Little Wulong... gave her a brighter future than her own brother. She is strong enough to forge her own path. He is proud of them both.
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Jan 26, 2018 2:49:32 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 26, 2018 2:49:32 GMT -5
Fulong arrived at the apartment and watched as Drusilla rested. During her rest, Fulong saw his Father in the rearview mirror, smiling with approval. A face he hadn't seen in a long time.
He wakes up Drusilla before getting up to knock on the door, only to have a stranger answer the door.
"Ah, you must be Mr. Fulong. How nice to meet you. I have heard stories about you."
The man looked down the entire time he shook the older man's hand.
"Nice to meet you. So... Is Wulong here?"
"Nope."
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Jan 26, 2018 3:03:24 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Jan 26, 2018 3:03:24 GMT -5
By the time they had arrived at Fulong's brother's home, Drusilla had healed herself enough to stop the bleeding, but magic has a price, and she was extremely exhausted. She lazily sat up, and stood, wobbling on her feet. She walked to the door, almost leaning on Fulong, as he waited for an answer.
A young man answered the door, and the exchanged pleasantries. Drusilla didn't have time for this. "We need...." She held her head, with her blood stained hand. "We need to see his brother... Now..." She said.
She felt her head getting lighter.
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Jan 26, 2018 14:40:37 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 26, 2018 14:40:37 GMT -5
"Well, do you know where he is?" Fulong asked Wilson.
"Um... Xianlong told me to watch Li-Mei while she went out to the gym with him... so he's at the gym..." Wilson said. However, once he took note of Drusilla's injury... "Dude, is she gonna be alright?"
Fulong glanced at the injured woman, who seemed to be not doing too well. Perhaps she should lay down and rest for a little bit. "Yeah... she's fine... for now. Do you happen to know which gym?"
"Nope."
"I suppose I'll just call him, then."
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Jan 26, 2018 23:16:49 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Jan 26, 2018 23:16:49 GMT -5
Drusilla could not withstand her exhaustion much longer. These men were beating around the bush, and she just didn't have the time for this. She weakly grabbed Wilson's collar, with her bloodied hand. "Listen... An innocent man has been possessed by a demon... This man's brother could help.... We need him here...." Wilson was starting to get blurry.
"Before it's too late..." She said, before collapsing onto the ground...
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Jan 26, 2018 23:44:14 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 26, 2018 23:44:14 GMT -5
"Demon do wha?" Wilson asked, raising his eyebrows in confusion as he made a funny face.
When Drusilla passed out, Wilson quickly ran to catch her just before she hit the ground. With Fulong's assistance they dragged her onto the couch, as Li-Mei sat on the chair, curiously staring as her program was on TV.
"Mister Willy, Ba-Ba said not to let strangers_ Oh hello Uncle Fu-Fu." Li-Mei said.
"Hello, Li-Mei. How are you doing today?"
"Good. How about you?"
"I'm great." He smiled at his little niece. So what if she was born out of wedlock? She's a precious child, and Lei's wonderful daughter. She was such a big ball of joy.
"Anyway, I'm gonna go call Wulong." He said to Wilson, as Wilson tended to Drusilla. He talked to him and explained the situation. After he hung up, Fulong returned inside.
"He said he'll be right over."
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Jan 26, 2018 23:52:27 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Jan 26, 2018 23:52:27 GMT -5
After a while Drusilla came to, rubbing her aching head. She shot up, looking around. "Where am i..?" She asked, a little delirious. She then noticed the dried blood on her side, and her wrapped up hand. She looked at Wilson. She took her bloodied shirt off of her hand, making sure it was healed. She held it to her side, it wasn't completely healed up, but it was enough.
She looked at Fulong. "Is he close by...?" She asked, getting up on her feet. "God..." She looked at herself in the mirror. She was filthy.
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Jan 27, 2018 0:32:09 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 27, 2018 0:32:09 GMT -5
Lei finally arrived to see an injured woman and his brother. Just as Lei walked in, Fulong began speaking to Lei in Mandarin.
'Wulong, listen! We're in danger. The Espelhar has possessed a young, innocent boy.'
'What? So the demon isn't gone yet!'
'Look, I know you've yet to unlock this ability, but I need you to come with me to go see Claudio. He can help teach you things you never knew... When he does teach you, no demon should stand in your way...'
'If you say so...'
'Also, the demon is heading for my family, is it okay if I send them to Hong-Kong?'
'Everyone cannot fit in my apartment... they're going to have to share a bed. Plus, Hong-Kong doesn't take kindly to visitors from the Mainland.'
'it is only temporary... Plus, they have their visas so they can travel to Hong-Kong.'
'Fine... I'll let my neighbor know.'
'Also, Wulong, I'm sorry for everything. I was just jealous... and it took over me, and made me do things... but now, I accept it.' He gives Lei a bow of respect. 'I felt like Father doted on you more, but now I see, that wasn't the case... Also, your son is a fine young man. I'm sorry I called him a half-breed white trash. It's just... I didn't like the idea of you dating white people... but seeing how Elise made you happy... changed my mind.'
Lei returned the bow. 'I accept your apology.'
"Ya' know... I really don't understand a word those two were saying..." Wilson commented. "Mandarin people do make funny noises when they speak."
"Not cool." Lei said.
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Jan 27, 2018 0:38:19 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Jan 27, 2018 0:38:19 GMT -5
Drusilla could make out a few words, but overall chose not to listen in on the conversation. She walked to the bathroom, and rinsed the blood and dirt off of her hands and face. She refused to look in the mirror. She patted her hands dry, and walked back out to the brothers.
"Hello, sir..." She began. "My name is Drusilla... I'm sure your brother explained what's happened..." She looked down. "The demon possessing the man..." She closed her eyes. "Daniel..." She sighed. "We need to save him, and Claudio Serafino is the man who can do that..." She placed her hands on her hips. "This is important. We must get rid of the demon..."
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Jan 27, 2018 1:03:58 GMT -5
Post by Lei Wulong on Jan 27, 2018 1:03:58 GMT -5
"Hello, sir... My name is Drusilla... I'm sure your brother explained what's happened..."
Lei nodded. "He did."
"The demon possessing the man... Daniel..."
His eyes widened. "Daniel?"
"You know him?"
"Yes! Katya's boyfriend! Oh no..."
"Oh no!" Wilson interjected.
"We need to save him, and Claudio Serafino is the man who can do that... This is important. We must get rid of the demon..."
Lei nodded. "Right. Fulong, let's go. Wilson, stay here. I'll tell Xianlong that I've got some more important business to handle."
He didn't hesitate to get himself ready. "I'll see what I can do, Drusilla. And nice to meet you."
Lei made note to call Elise and tell her the news.
"So, Drusila, do you know where Claudio is located?" Lei grabbed his keys.
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Jan 27, 2018 12:02:45 GMT -5
Post by Anna Leigh Williams on Jan 27, 2018 12:02:45 GMT -5
Drusilla walked with him, "I wish we could have met under different circumstances, but this is the world we live in..." She frowned, shaking her head. "Alas, I do not... If I resort to my craft, I'll be useless..." She said. "Last I saw him, we were at a coffee shop together. Shortly before that he was with this tall, skinny guy... They looked to be romantic with eachother..." She trying to recall the events of what happened before the Espelhar nightmare.
"He never said what business he had here... Just that he was only here for a little while. It sounded like he was going back to Rome soon.." She said.
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