Face your fears
Who: Kyle and Luca
What: Covers a meeting Kyle was hoping to avoid...
Where: In the infirmary
Warnings: The usual Luca threats, aaaangst and character speculation
Kyle: *taking a daily constitutional, as it were, around the infirmary; he still tires easily. He stops at Mathiu's door and takes a breather before walking back to his bed*
Luca: *stuck in bed, relaxing as his wounds haven't completely healed yet. He's not doing anything in particular, although he is enjoying himself to a nice cup of tea Luserina had left in his room earlier in the day*
Kyle: *he blinks because he notices the door to Mathiu's room is ajar and he reaches over to close it...then freezes when he sees who's inside*
Luca: *he was about to take another sip of tea until he hears the door creaking as it opens* ... Who is there!? ... Eh? I don't think I've seen you around before. What the hell do you want?
Kyle: *don't think he's seen...? Wait a minute* N-nothing. I'm just walking out h-here. *can't hide the stammer in his voice and perhaps he should beat a hasty retreat before he's recognized*
Luca: Walking out here, eh, boy? You seem lost. But your hair looks familiar... I recognize you from somewhere, but I can't seem to put my finger on it. Hoo hoo, perhaps you were a former servant of Highland.
Kyle: *he is scared, but the fact Luca doesn't seem to recognize him puts him in a weird spot* Don't even know where Highland is. Is that where you're from?
Luca: Only the best come from Highland. You're smarter than you look. But that means you're not a servant, eh? What, did this pathetic excuse of an infirmary decide to hire more help? I don't need you attending to me. I've already got a nurse. *laughs and takes another sip of tea*
Kyle: Help? Hell no, I'm a patient here. *looks at the tea* Ah, I see Luserina's been here.
Luca: *suddenly feels a bit jealous, and doesn't know why* ... How did you know this was made by Luserina?
Kyle: She's a big fan of tea. I think she's trying to convert everyone in the infirmary to it. *shudders* It's probably ruined my tolerance for ale.
Luca: Tch. Only a fool would be unable to enjoy the fine, rich taste of tea. ... Whatever. *feels a little better knowing that the man infront of him doesn't seem to enjoy her tea* So, a patient, eh? Why don't you explain to me how someone of your size ended up here?
Kyle: Well...*and here's where his courage fails him. To tell the truth? The fingers of his right hand compulsively reach for the Kanakan pendant wrapped around his wrist.* I almost died after a huge fight here at the castle.
Luca: *slams his fist against the table next to his bed* A fight? Who the hell... it had to be Yuber. That little swine... he's still enjoying himself while I'm stuck in bed!!!!!!! *obviously came to the conclusion himself rather than asking*
Kyle: I haven't seen Yuber in a while, actually. I guess he was a part of it all. *shrugs, to hide the trembling in his hands* It's been weeks since I've been here. They still won't let me out. *pause* Probably been here as long as you have.
Luca: ... As long as me... What the hell? *looks down at Kyle and cant' help but notice the shaking* So if it ain't Yuber, why don't you tell me who it is? Come on, stop shaking and speak up!!!!!!!
Kyle: It. Was. You.
Kyle: *anger starts to work his way into his voice* I have -you- to thank for nearly killing me.
Luca: *interrupts him in the middle of his talking* WAIT A SECOND, NOW I RECOGNIZE YOUR FACE!!!!!!!!
Kyle: A little slow, are we?
Luca: How DARE you!!!! *slams his fist against the table so hard that you can actually hear it crack* How DARE you come in here and pretend to play stupid, and HOW DARE YOU INSULT ME!!!!!!!
Kyle: All right. I apologize for insulting you. *anger and fear are trying to fight themselves out in his chest*
Luca: Do you think I would let you get away with that so easily, you spineless maggot!!!! *gets out of bed and tries to balance himself on his feet - he's still having a hard time walking* You helped them put me in here... you played stupid... What, were you hoping to make friends with me? Were you planning to finish the job? Come on, you could not even assassinate a fly!!!!!!
Kyle: I'm not that great a man to make friends with someone who damn near killed me. I didn't even know you were here, for one. That was a pure accident. *it makes him feel a little less scared that Luca is probably as bad off as he was; people had told him that he'd been injured almost as badly as Luca*
Luca: *slowly starts to walk towards Kyle's direction, before stopping at the end of his bed to take a breather, and catch his balance* And I should have finished the job... I see I messed you up pretty badly. Too bad. I should have applied a little more force when I stabbed you with my sword!!
Kyle: Shoulda, coulda, woulda. But I guess we got Death on our side when he smacked you. *inside he's privately horrified, but adrenaline is fueling his words*
Luca: Death? I'm afraid you're mistaken, little boy!!! I AM DEATH!!!!!! *squeezes his hands into a fist and gives him an angry, yet confident look*
Kyle: I think Landis has prior ownership of that. But I heard you're on good terms with death. *he places a hand against a wall as he's about as unsteady on his feet*
Luca: *would walk up to Kyle and do something about that big mouth of his... but doesn't exactly trust himself not to trip on his own two feet* Tch... And I guess I'm supposed to say lady luck was kind to you the day you faced my wrath, eh?
Kyle: Maybe. Since I'm still here. Or the infirmary staff is just that good. I guess I just don't understand why you tried to conquer the castle in the first place.
Luca: Why are all you maggots so blind to not see how weak and pathetic your king is?!!!!! Even your king begged me to spare his miserable life...
Luca: ... Whatever. That was the past. Why don't you answer my more important question and tell me how Cecile is doing?
Kyle: *blinks; Cecile was right. Unbelievably, she was right: "I think all he can do is try to kick away other lanterns because he lost his a long time ago."* She's not here anymore. She got let out a while ago.
Luca: ... That's very unfortunate.... So tell me, maggot... have you spoke with her since her release? Has she mentioned me? Is her wound... completely healed? *he wants answers... and he was hoping this man could give them to him*
Kyle: I have, actually. A few times. She's got a wise head on her shoulders. Dunno about the wound, but I heard she's running patrol outside. So, she must be doing pretty good.
Luca: What did she say about me...............
Kyle: It's not going to be anything you want to hear.
Luca: *suddenly, can't tell whether he should be upset, or depressed* ... Tell me now.
Kyle: All right. She said a few things. That I shouldn't live in fear of what you did to me.
Kyle: But about you, yourself? That you've been lost in the dark for so long, you don't know what light is. More or less.
Luca: *his patience was growing thin* I don't care about this supposed light and dark. I want to know what she said, and you will tell me that, RIGHT NOW!!!!
Luca: So what is it? Does she HATE me? Does she DESPISE me?
Kyle: *a little taken aback* Honestly? I'm not sure. She never said the words. But. I don't think she's going to be helping you anymore. You broke her trust.
Luca: .................
Luca: *just kind of in shock, he did not expect to hear that kind of answer. Part of him missed Cecile and the time they spent together, while the other part of him just refused to admit any of it... forcing him to stay in denial*
Kyle: *he certainly doesn't feel sorry for this man. But looking at him, with the expression Luca has on his face, he doesn't feel as afraid any longer. Because just perhaps, he and Cecile had been right about Luca in that conversation long ago. Quietly, he turns to leave.*
What: Covers a meeting Kyle was hoping to avoid...
Where: In the infirmary
Warnings: The usual Luca threats, aaaangst and character speculation
Kyle: *taking a daily constitutional, as it were, around the infirmary; he still tires easily. He stops at Mathiu's door and takes a breather before walking back to his bed*
Luca: *stuck in bed, relaxing as his wounds haven't completely healed yet. He's not doing anything in particular, although he is enjoying himself to a nice cup of tea Luserina had left in his room earlier in the day*
Kyle: *he blinks because he notices the door to Mathiu's room is ajar and he reaches over to close it...then freezes when he sees who's inside*
Luca: *he was about to take another sip of tea until he hears the door creaking as it opens* ... Who is there!? ... Eh? I don't think I've seen you around before. What the hell do you want?
Kyle: *don't think he's seen...? Wait a minute* N-nothing. I'm just walking out h-here. *can't hide the stammer in his voice and perhaps he should beat a hasty retreat before he's recognized*
Luca: Walking out here, eh, boy? You seem lost. But your hair looks familiar... I recognize you from somewhere, but I can't seem to put my finger on it. Hoo hoo, perhaps you were a former servant of Highland.
Kyle: *he is scared, but the fact Luca doesn't seem to recognize him puts him in a weird spot* Don't even know where Highland is. Is that where you're from?
Luca: Only the best come from Highland. You're smarter than you look. But that means you're not a servant, eh? What, did this pathetic excuse of an infirmary decide to hire more help? I don't need you attending to me. I've already got a nurse. *laughs and takes another sip of tea*
Kyle: Help? Hell no, I'm a patient here. *looks at the tea* Ah, I see Luserina's been here.
Luca: *suddenly feels a bit jealous, and doesn't know why* ... How did you know this was made by Luserina?
Kyle: She's a big fan of tea. I think she's trying to convert everyone in the infirmary to it. *shudders* It's probably ruined my tolerance for ale.
Luca: Tch. Only a fool would be unable to enjoy the fine, rich taste of tea. ... Whatever. *feels a little better knowing that the man infront of him doesn't seem to enjoy her tea* So, a patient, eh? Why don't you explain to me how someone of your size ended up here?
Kyle: Well...*and here's where his courage fails him. To tell the truth? The fingers of his right hand compulsively reach for the Kanakan pendant wrapped around his wrist.* I almost died after a huge fight here at the castle.
Luca: *slams his fist against the table next to his bed* A fight? Who the hell... it had to be Yuber. That little swine... he's still enjoying himself while I'm stuck in bed!!!!!!! *obviously came to the conclusion himself rather than asking*
Kyle: I haven't seen Yuber in a while, actually. I guess he was a part of it all. *shrugs, to hide the trembling in his hands* It's been weeks since I've been here. They still won't let me out. *pause* Probably been here as long as you have.
Luca: ... As long as me... What the hell? *looks down at Kyle and cant' help but notice the shaking* So if it ain't Yuber, why don't you tell me who it is? Come on, stop shaking and speak up!!!!!!!
Kyle: It. Was. You.
Kyle: *anger starts to work his way into his voice* I have -you- to thank for nearly killing me.
Luca: *interrupts him in the middle of his talking* WAIT A SECOND, NOW I RECOGNIZE YOUR FACE!!!!!!!!
Kyle: A little slow, are we?
Luca: How DARE you!!!! *slams his fist against the table so hard that you can actually hear it crack* How DARE you come in here and pretend to play stupid, and HOW DARE YOU INSULT ME!!!!!!!
Kyle: All right. I apologize for insulting you. *anger and fear are trying to fight themselves out in his chest*
Luca: Do you think I would let you get away with that so easily, you spineless maggot!!!! *gets out of bed and tries to balance himself on his feet - he's still having a hard time walking* You helped them put me in here... you played stupid... What, were you hoping to make friends with me? Were you planning to finish the job? Come on, you could not even assassinate a fly!!!!!!
Kyle: I'm not that great a man to make friends with someone who damn near killed me. I didn't even know you were here, for one. That was a pure accident. *it makes him feel a little less scared that Luca is probably as bad off as he was; people had told him that he'd been injured almost as badly as Luca*
Luca: *slowly starts to walk towards Kyle's direction, before stopping at the end of his bed to take a breather, and catch his balance* And I should have finished the job... I see I messed you up pretty badly. Too bad. I should have applied a little more force when I stabbed you with my sword!!
Kyle: Shoulda, coulda, woulda. But I guess we got Death on our side when he smacked you. *inside he's privately horrified, but adrenaline is fueling his words*
Luca: Death? I'm afraid you're mistaken, little boy!!! I AM DEATH!!!!!! *squeezes his hands into a fist and gives him an angry, yet confident look*
Kyle: I think Landis has prior ownership of that. But I heard you're on good terms with death. *he places a hand against a wall as he's about as unsteady on his feet*
Luca: *would walk up to Kyle and do something about that big mouth of his... but doesn't exactly trust himself not to trip on his own two feet* Tch... And I guess I'm supposed to say lady luck was kind to you the day you faced my wrath, eh?
Kyle: Maybe. Since I'm still here. Or the infirmary staff is just that good. I guess I just don't understand why you tried to conquer the castle in the first place.
Luca: Why are all you maggots so blind to not see how weak and pathetic your king is?!!!!! Even your king begged me to spare his miserable life...
Luca: ... Whatever. That was the past. Why don't you answer my more important question and tell me how Cecile is doing?
Kyle: *blinks; Cecile was right. Unbelievably, she was right: "I think all he can do is try to kick away other lanterns because he lost his a long time ago."* She's not here anymore. She got let out a while ago.
Luca: ... That's very unfortunate.... So tell me, maggot... have you spoke with her since her release? Has she mentioned me? Is her wound... completely healed? *he wants answers... and he was hoping this man could give them to him*
Kyle: I have, actually. A few times. She's got a wise head on her shoulders. Dunno about the wound, but I heard she's running patrol outside. So, she must be doing pretty good.
Luca: What did she say about me...............
Kyle: It's not going to be anything you want to hear.
Luca: *suddenly, can't tell whether he should be upset, or depressed* ... Tell me now.
Kyle: All right. She said a few things. That I shouldn't live in fear of what you did to me.
Kyle: But about you, yourself? That you've been lost in the dark for so long, you don't know what light is. More or less.
Luca: *his patience was growing thin* I don't care about this supposed light and dark. I want to know what she said, and you will tell me that, RIGHT NOW!!!!
Luca: So what is it? Does she HATE me? Does she DESPISE me?
Kyle: *a little taken aback* Honestly? I'm not sure. She never said the words. But. I don't think she's going to be helping you anymore. You broke her trust.
Luca: .................
Luca: *just kind of in shock, he did not expect to hear that kind of answer. Part of him missed Cecile and the time they spent together, while the other part of him just refused to admit any of it... forcing him to stay in denial*
Kyle: *he certainly doesn't feel sorry for this man. But looking at him, with the expression Luca has on his face, he doesn't feel as afraid any longer. Because just perhaps, he and Cecile had been right about Luca in that conversation long ago. Quietly, he turns to leave.*