Making Contact to The Master

[Aeolas]

He hated this, all of it. The pageantry and pomp of oathing. This would be a quick more private one as he had no time to get all the vampires of the court together. Those of note he could manage arrived as vassal and proxy to the others under them. He refused to change clothes as what he had already chosen for the day was good enough. The shark grey-blue suit matte and fitted paired with a shirt so light blue it looked white. His tie printed with miniature versions of a famous Japanese painting of a wave.

Setting on the chair at the head of court fingers drumming almost distractedly until he got the text. scanning it lips pursed, then sighing as he put it away knowing what he needed to know for now and then waiting for his second. When she came in he asked her without words her thoughts. She would be a bit biased he knew but that was fine because people often said there are three versions of every story yours theirs and the truth that lies between.

Once she was seated he had the chime sounded to call Jardin forth. watching closely as the man walked in, the smirk that found his face couldnt be helped as unwittingly or perhaps purposely he was a new age version of the vampire cliche. Anime tuxedo mask also came to mind tho that was his little secret. Very few knew that during Mel's time with him and Alex as cohorts she had talked him into watching the strange cartoon. He would never be an anime buff but had to admit the show had been cute. Offering the other man a smile that partially reached his eyes. He didnt have anything against him truly and was fine that he was back.

[Jardin Luna]

Jardin kept his power shielded. He had no need to show off it wasn't who he was. He knew what he could do and if for some reason Aeolas needed him to release his shields he would. He was rather glad the other vampire seemed to be busy it gave him time to get his thoughts in order. He tried to think if the last time he oathed to Aeolas was it someone else he hated when he let what he considered none important details slip his mind it started to happen after the loss of the twins. He needed to look into that.

Once they arrived Jardin followed into the waiting area while she went do what was needed Jardin looked around the room and gave a small smile. At the bell, he entered with the box tucked under his arm he gave a sweeping bow. "Master," He said with a nearly smirking tone however respectful "It's good to see you again. I brought something I think you'll enjoy." He handed the box toward Aeolas carefully.

[Alexandras Haiht]

The look was enough. She properly composed herself and thought on the vampire she’d barely spoken to out of a sense of wounded pride. She had to admit she loathed him due his sense of self which while not inline with how she felt new or returning vampires should comport themselves was well within his right. Though in the offing dismissiveness was rude it was not a strictly punishable action save by anyone save Aeolas himself. She begrudgingly and reservedly nodded yes. Yes that he was on the surface of things acceptable to the Kiss. Even in his absence the Brand he’d created had called Chicago home and as such had added to the esteem of the city by extension. Changing the perceived impression of Chicago was one of Aeolas missions though much further down the list than maintaining its profitability.



Keeping the import of things foremost in her mind Jardin while not her preferred sort of person was nominally a boon for the city. He held the standard Belle vampires penchant for theatricality. He was an established business enterprise. He wanted to be here in the City. In short while there was nothing specifically grossly inherent in him being here; there in was nothing on record provably or not that prohibited him either. He had not started a war. He was not fleeing persecution or enmities. He was a relatively known quantity and as a Master vampire he would add to Aeolas already heady strength. So while she found him odious due his sex and all that came with such failings, as well as his initial dismissiveness there was nothing inherently wrong with him being given leave to join the Kiss.



Watching the initial show of respect, selfishly she looked for some show some aside that would make him ineligible. Some show of his truer self as she saw things. He was composed and direct. She managed to keep from glowering but just barely. The chalice was prepared and awaiting Aeolas decision along with blade that would allow his rich blood to flow if he chose to move forward with oathing Jardin.

[Aeolas]

All that had been conveyed to him in a few short moments made his lip quirk softly in a smirk. Then smooth back to ineffectual placidity. He let his voice carry out as the whispers of those present fell silent" Welcome Jardin Luna, we of the Hyksos Kubris bid you approach. I will accept your token and presence here. Considering it towards your askance to return home, and be apart of all that is and will be here."

Alex would take and hold the box for him, he would open it later trusting that it was something of note and even were it not it seemed given freely." your time away is mostly your own concern and as I have seen brings no harm or ill intent this way. You are a talent and bring much if not personally to me but to the city as a whole and that is of value."

Taking up the chalice and dagger and stepping down to the man" Kneel Jardin luna, do you so swear by your blood and upon meeting the true death should it come that you mean this city and its members no ill will. That all that I protect so shall you save dire consequence. If it is to be, so then speak and I will give you my blood the power I hold as one of our own to seal your oath" before all who witness it this night"

Waiting until he replied and would not move to open his flesh until then.

[Jardin Luna]

Jardin took a moment to study the master before him. He never made an oath he was unwilling to keep. Oh, he most likely could have stayed in the city unoathed or simply moved to another city. But there was a reason he had chosen to return to Chicago. Not only was it a fashion center but it was mastered by one of his same line. Something he preferred. A sense of loyalty and Clan he held from long ago. Perhaps it was just him just his way. Never the less it made him feel more secure. He let his mind wander for a moment he remembered visiting court and the problems that it caused when Tema had brought him. Releasing old thoughts he had never heard any negativity attached to Aeolas. Decision made though he knew it would always be.

He swept the trench back out of the way going easily to one Knee keeping his eyes locked with Aeolas's even as he did so. It was the utmost disrespect to drop your eyes or try to hide them from view. Jardin wanted it clear he was hiding nothing and that all this was done with the respect he held for the Master before him. Jardin had a personal honor he wouldn't sacrifice for anyone. Oh, there was the possibility of working around it. An all-out sacrifice of it wasn't going to happen.

"I do so swear upon my blood and Until the true death takes me that I mean no ill to the City it's members or it's Master. I will protect all those that you protect to my utmost ability to do so. " He waited his eyes never leaving Aeolas this was an important factor to him. If Aeolas wanted exact words he would give it, but the oath he gave held more importance to him.

[Alexandras Haiht]

She watched raptly as Aeolas went to the man preparing to allow him oathing. She searched very diligently for any ulterior definitions of his phrasing. There were none that sprung t o mind and o way save its most direct meaning that would offer a fine print flip of aim. She held the gift he’d provided and felt its weight the box was sturdily made and while she would never presume to open it lest she thought it might contain some foulness she could hazard a guess as to its holding. She moved the box slowly and heard a resounding liquid swoosh.

Putting it out of mind she had Colete’s replacement retrieve the box to whisk it away to Aeolas chamber. It’d sit there in his antechamber awaiting his decision and approval. In the offing it would be scanned for any hidden traps recesses or attempts at deception. While most loathed the reliance on technology she was of a mind to embrace all the modern world had without giving loose of eth past. It meant that she thought twofold on most things and was able to circumvent most plans that were of an ill intent.

Standing like the bulk of the Kiss as Aeolas prepared she closed her shields tight and fast as while aeolas never sought to dominate ones senses she was aware the import of two of belle’s lines of master status giving and accepting an oath. Their abilities would most assuredly flair and while Aeolas kept his aura to a dull roar it was still felt throughout the building when hew as in residence. Subsuming the light and flame of another master of lust would most assuredly increase the castoff residual energies. She smirked as of those present she was one of the few who remembered how in fact difficult it was to stand against the weight of Aeolas and the Vadoma’s initial burst of energy. And that was when he clearly outright did not wish her to remain. In Jardin’s case it was clear Aeolas simply didn’t care so there was no inherent push of Aeolas shielding to offset.

[Aeolas]

He took note of the words and nodded sliding the dagger over his palm and letting well and flow into the cup. The sting was deep but worth it. When it was quarter full he licked both blade and palm clean sealing his wound. Then dropping shields enough to having everyone in the room gasping, eyes full of sapphire fire" Take a drink Jardin Luna, welcome to the kiss"

Handing off the chalice and waiting for him to finish the offered blood and power. Once done Aeoias would feel him as he felt the others like ghosts in his head allowing him to reach out to them in times of need or alarm. He didn't take that power lightly and never abused it to spy unless he had a due reason. Helping the other stand to his feet he turned him outward"Welcome your brethren home Hyksos Kubris let him hear with your applause and cheers that he has truly returned and is valued here"

[Jardin Luna]

Jardin watched as Aeolas sliced his hand and let the blood swell and fill the cup then lick the blade and his hand clean. He never lowered his eyes he wouldn't disrespect him by doing so. Though it was hard not to when he felt the swell of Aeolas's power. It felt warm and welcoming and it was something that Jardin hadn't felt in a long time. It made him feel like he belonged. Carefully taking the cup from Aeolas's hand he drunk and fought to keep his eyes open as the blood flowed into him almost like a drug.

After finishing he was enjoying the feel of being intoxicated by blood from his line. He didn't realize when his shields slipped and his power flared out with Aeolas. It took him more than a few moments to pull it back under control and was glad for Aeolas's help to his feet. He smiled at the welcome. Leaning into Aeolas "I know you'll look later but I've heard the vintage I got you is good chilled " before turning to the rest of the kiss.

[Alexandras Haiht]

As the power rippled out Aeolas relaxing his shields allowing another link to be added to the chain of the Kiss Alexandras braced and found herself pleasantly imbued. She noted that Belle’s line now had three alpha members which made the Kiss lean even more heavily into Aeolas’ strengths. She wondered how the future Court experiences might play out. As each line brought with it some of the essence of their origination and strengths. It filled the air subtlely and mingled giving each kiss its own heady aural scent.

She looked to Aeolas seeking any untowardness. As he felt secure and sure so too was she. The matter of the new leopard was still unsettled but as expected Carina was handling things admirably and with her usual skill and grace. She’d be curious what sort of effect Jardin might have as there was a certain lupine feel to him which she supposed would place him and Nebuchadnezzar in small competition to make ties with the pack. She doubted Tyler or Varina would fall in line with Jardin’s brand of overt sensuality but she’d been surprised before.

Moving to Aeolas she lowered her voice whispering of the call with Violante which had been scheduled for the next half hour. It was in response to Saint Augustine having reached out to her. In her way she was while purposefully ignoring her former black hand and executioner paying respect to Aeolas in potentially answering the query but solely as one master to another.

[Aeolas]

Feeling the echos of it reach out and bounce back to him he felt bouyed and lifted. The words from Jardin he nodded to and patted the man on the shoulder" I am sure I will enjoy it,"

As the adulation calmed and people paired off or grouped up he sighed then hearing his second he frowned briefly then swallowed it" you as always are correct and to it, I must attend. Jardin, it is and will be a pleasure, by your leave good sir and welcome. I have pressing matters to look into"

Letting himself be led back out of the underground court and back to his offices, by way of secret tunnels. Collette's replacement Margret who worked under Alex would show him the way back out and onto the rest of his evening.