whispers in the dark

[madannoshashu]

Who: Xigbar (madannoshashu) & Xellos (that_is_asecret)
When: August 10th, after sirens.
Where: The dark corners of the city.
Summary: Xigbar's out on 'business'. Xellos drops by for a visit.
Warnings: ...these two being themselves?

[ If the arrival of the old man has done anything, it's spurred him to greater lengths and heights than ever before.

With the absence of the Heartless to keep its wayward "children" in line, a void was left within the powers that rule the night. Now they roam free, ruled by instinct alone as befits their baser nature.

There's no reason to allow such a resource to go to waste, however; it's why he's out tonight, rounding up what creatures of heart he can find. It's going well thus far as he already has a small battalion following at his heels.

It's the strong the Heartless obey, after all, and Xigbar is well able to bend them to his will. ]

Comments

[that_is_asecret]

[He had found this group to be interesting individuals. They seemed dedicated to spreading chaos and profitting by it, which he was fine with. They were not completely human he knew, but what exactly they were was harder to pin down. Regardless, watching people of interest was his duty, and it was amusing if nothing else.

His legs dangle lazily off the side of the building, the group of creatures not disturbing him in the slightest]

Having a party are we?

[madannoshashu]

[ Xigbar looks up, bemused by the sight if nothing else. A few Shadows clamor at his heels, but it only takes a brief gesture to quiet them. ]

A little bit of house-keeping.

The kids like to get restless.

[that_is_asecret]

So I can see.

Well, a good babysitter needs to keep the little ones amused, doesn't he?

[madannoshashu]

[ A quiet chuckle. ]

More like they amuse themselves.

A little chaperoning goes a long way.

[that_is_asecret]

Fascinating, I imagine they get in all sorts of mischief. What do you call them anyway?

[madannoshashu]

These?

[ He gestures at the critters around him. ]

We call them Heartless. Cute little things until they decide to take a bite.

[that_is_asecret]

Oh I think they would still be quite cute depending on who they bit.

[He found them amusing at the very least]

Though I've noticed there are those which don't share my appreciation.

[madannoshashu]

Is that right?

[ Given that these little guys have the potential to be world destroyers, 'amusing' is the last of what they are. ]

Got unconventional taste, have you?

[that_is_asecret]

I would say so.

[When the goal of your race is to destroy everything, they are amusing]

I've been told that before, yes.

[madannoshashu]

[ Sounds like you'd get along with a certain fella he knows.

He smiles under the hood. ]

Tell me something, then, little eavesdropper.

Who could they bite, and have it make them look 'cute'?

[that_is_asecret]

A certain couple of gentlemen who have an inflated sense of their own importance.

[Dorian Gray and Szayel, both had been rude to him and his superior]

[madannoshashu]

[ Oh dear. He clicks his tongue. ]

They are an obnoxious sort, aren't they?

[ He gestures at a few of them. ]

You wanna borrow a few?

[ He's got plenty to spare. ]

[that_is_asecret]

They are, truly.

[He considers this for a moment]

If it wouldn't be a burden. I already have something in mind to help teach them a lesson, but it is always best to reinforce these things.

[madannoshashu]

[ He chuckles lightly. ]

Not at all, little eavesdropper.

If you can control them, it's all good.

[that_is_asecret]

[He doesn't seem too concerned with that]

Shouldn't be an issue for me, I've been known to keep similar company.

[madannoshashu]

By all means, then.

[ He releases a handful of the Shadows and gestures casually enough. ]

Take them.

[ Gold eyes turns towards Xellos -- measuring, seeking out the heart. They're instinctive beings, and feeding is ever on their minds. ]

[that_is_asecret]

[He has no heart, not a real one anyway. His heartbeat was created to simulate a human being, as was every detail. He was rather proud of his projection, hard to distinguish from a human even to a trained doctor. He opens his eyes to reveal glowing purple irises and sends out a spike of power he had been concealing. Enough to let them know who was the superior monster here.]

Much obliged.

[madannoshashu]

[ Xigbar smiles under the shadow of his hood. Heartless aren't so difficult to procure so it doesn't bother him in the least to part with a few.

Besides, if his measure of his new "friend" is accurate, it'll make for an entertaining combination. ]

Anytime, little eavesdropper.

[ He pulls a small card out of his pocket and flicks it in Xellos's direction -- his name, information, and number at Xino E. Mao. ]

If you've got any questions, feel free to give me a ring.

This is how evil people make "friends"

[that_is_asecret]

[He catches it with mild interest]

Xino E. Mao, yes I've heard of you and your companions, as well as some of the work you've done. I'll be sure to keep in contact Mr. Xigbar.

[He hits one hand into an open fist, he had remembered something]

Ah, I believe this is generally the proper protocol?

[A business card appears in hand, which he flicks and does a couple of flips in the air before floating down gently in front of him. He likewise has included his name, as well as the Seyruun Shop of Sorcery and how he can be reached]

Pleasant evenings, Mr. Xigbar.

[And then he and a few of his acquisitions disappear]