38th Devotion: Time off for Recreation

[favoritetraitor]

Saya~, a new friend is having a beach party this weekend and said that we could come. Are you free this Saturday?

[Private to Saya]
I think this could be good for both of us...

/private

As for my various jobs, I may need to cut back on my hours. Of course, I'll continue where I'm needed, and you may always reach me through my network device. I'll be sure to keep it with me, no matter where I'm at... please let me know what works best for you, and I'll do my best to accommodate your wishes.

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(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Ah, yes. Forgive me Luke, I should have followed up on this sooner. So many distractions, and then this whole situation with Marishka.

Yes, from the reports, it looks like the enclosure will be finished within forty-eight hours.

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Any inkling of what they have planned for her?

Good. I'll check-in tomorrow evening for a conformation.

(Private//unhackable) Ooo new Luke Avie!<3

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Unfortunately, no. After being questioned by two members of the police force, I feel it is wise to keep a lower profile than I would like. They don't seem to understand how Marishka could possibly like me the way she does...

Quite bothersome...

I don't suppose you've heard anything?

Re: (Private//unhackable) Ooo new Luke Avie!<3

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

No, nor have I been questioned or for that matter noticed - in regards to the latter, it's probably for the best.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

If I were back home, I could have simply hired a team of lawyers to handle the matter. But here, the rules seem to play out quite differently... take the Major for example, as well as those hunters.

I sometimes wonder if the police here are the ones who truly hold the power. Marishka should not be locked up with them. They can't possibly give her the attention she needs... and then, her injuries... I am worried.

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Hence my want for an informant.

I advised her to quiet down, take whatever blood was offered and rest. The acting as a meek lamb should gain some favor with them and improve her situation.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Yes, at least I was able to calm her screaming. I've a mind to take her under my wing so to speak if they do ever release her. She needs to learn how to survive better in this place. Taunting hunters is never a wise thing to do...

I know she has such a playful spirit... but perhaps I can channel those energies in a more beneficial way for her. Along those lines, I've devised a 'treatment' plan to present to the authorities, should a moment present itself that seems promising.

It seems the most I can do at the moment...

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

What does the so-called 'treatment' entail?

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

None of this is ideal, my friend. If she doesn't comply with their wishes, I fear there is nothing that can be done to save her. But I feel we can 'compromise' by allowing her to stay as she is, yet curb her behavior in a way that will placate the authorities.

She needs to learn how to control herself, that much is clear.

I would propose new 'hobbies' that will ease the natural instincts that she feels so strongly, for a start. I also think, it might be best for her if I can serve as her temporary guardian through this process. I'm hopeful that all parties involved would see the wisdom in taking this approach...

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Channeling her energies into a thrilling Circus Carnivore act maybe deemed acceptable.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Perhaps... but I am thinking along the lines of some more private games.

[ooc: collapses into sleeeeep. Will tag more tomorrow! <3]

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Such as...?

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Well, naturally, I'll be wanting to speak with other vampires in the City before I would be able to fine tune my ideas on how to help Marishka best.

But I'd had the thought that suppressing her desire to hunt might be detrimental in the long run. It goes against nature to expect a predator to deny what they are... I can't even count the instances where trying to do that has ended in disaster...

My goal would be in finding an acceptable outlet for her instinctual desires. One that will challenge her, as well as to provide her with stability and to of course, keep her happy.

To this end, I wonder... what she would do with more challenging 'prey'. Mainly, a volunteer on an equal or better level who would be willing (on occasion) to allow her to express her instincts in a more acceptable fashion.

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Based on personal observation, the vampiric majority here tend to be either toothless or leashed. Don't be surprised if you get an almost unanimous response on converting Marishka or worse, turning her into a pet.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Things were so much easier in my world...

Despite your glowing praise of your... brethren. I still think it wise to gather as much knowledge as possible so that we can aid Marishka. I'd rather go to the source for information than to go to the enemy. Bias' and such...

Do you think badly of my idea? Appearances are important, my friend.

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Never said not to speak with them. Personal feelings aside, I would like to know what the 'brethren' share. And yes, whatever information can be gotten may prove to be useful in more ways than one.

No. If anything, it shows cooperation for the greater good which should strengthen your case.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

I'm so happy that you agree...

Could you tell me the names of the vampires that are currently in the City? At least the ones that you're aware of...

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Due to the recent spat of comings and goings, curses and a delayed Hall visit...I'm uncertain.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Oh? I'm quite surprised...

Seeing as how you avoid the curses by residing in the underground, I wouldn't think that would have hampered your skills in any way. How shocking to see I was mistaken~

You could always humor me by relating the ones that you've known to have been here. And if I don't find them.... well then, I'll simply go on to the next...

[ooc: Solomon, master in redirecting conversations~]

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Touche.

Truth of the matter is, my 'glowing praise' may have colored the investigation. Giving names now could seriously impact it. Best you go in search cold.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Oh, Luke... you don't trust my system's encryption? I do hire the best... and I know very well how to be discrete about my sources.

Will meeting in person be better? It has been awhile since we've seen each other...

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

You have spoken to a few of them previously. Give me the names and I'll try to confirm their current status.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

My, aren't you rigid tonight... very well... I should just go and seek them out on my own, I suppose.

You really are amusing...

Perhaps you'd be more willing to offer me a word of advice for my upcoming interviews...

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

Hmm.

Conduct them in a public place within the City, preferably during daylight hours.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Oh? Are you worried about me?

And here I thought you'd said they were harmless... What were the words you used? Ah yes, "toothless, or leashed".

Re: (Private//unhackable)

[valentineluke.livejournal.com]

No, not all.

Putting the 'brethren' outside their comfort zone and during sleeping hours, should give you the upperhand in gleaning information from some of them.

(Private//unhackable)

[favoritetraitor.livejournal.com]

Hm, perhaps. Although that might affect their willingness to speak with me, if they're uncomfortable and out of their element...