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Apr 5, 2020 19:21:51 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 5, 2020 19:21:51 GMT -5
It was a quiet night in Tokyo, where everyone was out enjoying their evening especially on a Friday night. However, Blake remained home where it was right for him, since he doesn't want his identity to become discovered by anyone else. He wanted to be kept a secret to help protect his younger brother.. Sitting in a chair that sat across from the window that overlooked the city, Blake had a can of beer resting in the cup holder though he barely took a sip of it, pissed at himself that he even brought it being a struggling alcoholic, but tough times call for desperate measures... Sighing to himself, he closed his ice blue eyes and decided to get some form of slumber as tomorrow comes too soon...
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Apr 5, 2020 19:30:03 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 5, 2020 19:30:03 GMT -5
'Places like this tend to be easy on the eyes, yet hide ugly secrets within.'
Those were the words echoing through Zafina's mind as she took in the sights around her. Though quite impressed with the city's landscape, she couldn't enjoy it as much, partly because she was here on business.
Through her most reliable contacts, a friend of hers stayed here for the time being to avoid unwanted scrutiny and to protect a sibling of his. Never once did Zafina question his motives, especially in a world filled with such malice, hatred, and callousness. She only hoped that he won't be off-put by her presence here.
Zafina came to a stop at a luxurious apartment before pulling out the address she was given to track him down.
'May fate be at my side,' Zafina mused before taking the long walk up to the front door.
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Apr 5, 2020 19:47:43 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 5, 2020 19:47:43 GMT -5
Still deep in his slumber, Blake sat in the same chair sleeping peacefully or so he hoped as nightmares began to intrude his quiet slumber. It wasn't until a knock upon his door, managed to allow him to open his eyes ridding himself of his bad dream.
Wait. A knock at the door? No one knows he's alive who the hell could be here at this ungodly hour at night? Rising from the chair, Blake crept over to the door, peeping into the peephole to surprisingly lay eyes upon..
"Zafina??" Blake was surprised to even see her standing there, let alone looking for him! Something must be going on.. Blake opened the door swiftly before gently grabbing Zafina's hand and pulling her inside of the house, not wanting his identity to be noticed.
Once inside, Blake locked the door his ice blue eyes looking to Zafina's dark ones, "Zafina, what are you doing here?"
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Apr 5, 2020 19:52:59 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 5, 2020 19:52:59 GMT -5
Zafina felt her wrist pulled on and pulled into the house with haste. She supposed it was expected given the nature of the situation Blake found himself in. Still, a warning would've sufficed, but she let it slide.
"Quite a greeting for a friend, wouldn't you say? My apologies for startling you. I had a few contacts do some research on your whereabouts. Never once did I doubt you weren't alive, but I wasn't sure where you fled to," Zafina answered honestly. "Why Japan of all places? Nothing but death and destruction looms here because of the Mishima family."
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Apr 5, 2020 19:59:44 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 5, 2020 19:59:44 GMT -5
"I know, I know and I'm sorry Zafina. I just didn't want anyone to know that I'm here. I'm supposed to be dead, remember?" Blake replied to Zafina, his blue eyes never losing contact with hers.
Zafina asked about why did he resort to finding refuge in Japan, especially after the destruction the Mishima's caused. The question caused Blake to sigh the answer wasn't complicated, but it was just the stress of it all.
Pleading blue eyes glanced at Zafina, "As you know Zafina, the only reason why I came back here is because of my brother. But, we have bigger issues, he's being targeted by many malicious people and I'm the only one that can help him."
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Apr 5, 2020 20:04:36 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 5, 2020 20:04:36 GMT -5
His explanation held merit, though it did little to appease Zafina. Blake was taking a tremendous chance with his life with the war ensnaring the entire world.
"Then why not ask for help?" Zafina questioned him, her eyes holding a small glimmer of concern. "You know I'm more than willing to assist you in this trying endeavor. Do you... not trust me?"
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Apr 5, 2020 20:16:32 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 5, 2020 20:16:32 GMT -5
"No, no Zafina. That's not it at all. Of course I trust you!" Blake tried to ensure his friend that he does trust her, but certain battles have to be fought alone.
Blake walks closer to Zafina, gently grabbing both of her hands in his masculine ones, "Zafina. I know you're more than capable of handling this situation, but I don't know what I would do if I allowed something to happen to you. If I have to risk my life to save yours or my brothers then that's a risk that I'm willing to take.."
Blake shrugs his shoulders, "Besides, not like anyone would miss me, I'm already dead to most anyway.."
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Apr 5, 2020 20:58:16 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 5, 2020 20:58:16 GMT -5
Zafina couldn't believe he was talking in this manner that he would not be missed by anyone. "Do not speak of what is not true. You may not have what I call a normal family, but there are still others that care a great deal for you. Your brother and myself one of them. Besides, battles are won together and lost alone. You do not have to do this alone."
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Apr 5, 2020 21:03:53 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 5, 2020 21:03:53 GMT -5
Blake sighed at Zafina, one thing about her that caused a little tension between them was her persistent attitude.
As much as he wished not to admit it, she was right as usual.
"You're right Zafina, but I..I can't risk you getting hurt. I care for you too much to live with myself if something happened to you.."
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Apr 5, 2020 21:08:35 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 5, 2020 21:08:35 GMT -5
"You forget that I too have gone through a struggle. If you recall me having to deal with the beast known as Azazael brought forth by Jin Kazama and his father Kazuya Mishima." Zafina softly touched his arm. "I'm no stranger to peril as it has followed me around since I began protecting my people. This will not deter me in any way."
It was then that Zafina felt something unfamiliar bubbling in the pit of her stomach stemming from the contact between her hand and his arm. But she chose to ignore it for the time being.
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Apr 5, 2020 21:21:18 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 5, 2020 21:21:18 GMT -5
Blake gazed into Zafina's eyes and mentally noted that she was serious about wanting to help him in protecting his only sibling.
He sighed contently before pulling her into a hug, "I really don't want to do this, but, I know that you care for me very much. So, I don't want to do this alone Zafina. I need your help..."
Blake wasn't used to asking for assistance as he was always the lone wolf on most occasions so it was hard showing his weaker side and vulnerability especially to a woman and especially to Zafina..
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Apr 5, 2020 21:25:02 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 5, 2020 21:25:02 GMT -5
"I'll be happy to help. And I can already see you are having second thoughts about this due to being alone most of your life." Zafina remarked as she accepted the hug. "Who exactly is after Eric? And for what reason?"
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Apr 5, 2020 21:33:53 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 5, 2020 21:33:53 GMT -5
Zafina always had a way of figuring out Blake that no other woman has done before. It was a trait that she carried, that Blake adored.
Pulling away from the hug, Blake's blue eyes looked into hers as he tried to figure out the words to explain to Safina about his current predicament.
"A woman. Her name is Koryn but she goes by Facade. She's after Eric because of his fortune that he inherited from our father and trust me, she's not looking to play nice especially after our father butchered her family." He ran his fingers through his dirty blonde locks, "If we don't protect Eric, he's good as dead.."
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Apr 5, 2020 21:41:03 GMT -5
Post by jmalsimmons on Apr 5, 2020 21:41:03 GMT -5
Zafina's eyes narrowed. "I believe I've heard of this woman but wasn't sure if the rumors were true. You've done a good job already in protecting him, but this Facade might increase her pursuit of him in the coming days or weeks. In the event she figures out you're here, we may have to choose another location. And I might have someone willing to help."
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Apr 5, 2020 21:45:00 GMT -5
Post by Ling Xiaoyu on Apr 5, 2020 21:45:00 GMT -5
Blake listened to Zafina and she was right again. His current living situation isn't safe right now especially if Facade figures out his current location, things could get out of hand quickly...
"Where do you have in mind? If it keeps us safe, I'm all for it." Blake responds as he places a gentle hand on her shoulder..
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