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Post by john on Oct 2, 2016 7:48:04 GMT
John sighed and ran a hand through his hair, it had been over a month since his sister had gone missing and he was out of his mind with worry. He paced in his own rooms, he was back to being the ruler but at a heavy price. His sister was still missing, and it seemed the entire kingdom had given up on finding her. The only other person who was actively searching for Odette was the Captain of the Guard, and John had a feeling he knew why. He looked up sharply as he heard the door open and then sighed when he saw his mother standing there. "John...you have to get some rest. It won't do you or your sister any good if you keep yourself up like this." She gently pointed out as she moved to join his side. John ignored her and glanced back down at the map in front of him as if it would have the answers he so desperately wanted. "I should have been there that night." He said eventually keeping his tone as level as he could. His mother sighed, "John...look at me." He did so eventually, and Queen Uberta rested a hand against his face tenderly. "You're a good king, and a loving brother. However, your sister wouldn't want you to act like this. She'd want you to go on with your life, maybe even marry." She said as she stared at him. John looked away from his mother then, "You know I can't do that." He said quietly, keeping his gaze lowered. His mother seemed to sense his resolve then and turned to leave, gently pressing a kiss against his cheek as she did so. John waited until she left before he moved to pull his things together.
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Post by odette on Oct 2, 2016 18:36:40 GMT
Odette felt her chest tighten as the castle came into sight just below the cliffs. She had been missing for a whole month. No one knew what had happened to her...not her mother...not her brother. John...Oh he must be so worried.
"Are you sure you want to go back?" A voice came from over her shoulder and she glanced back to see Phoebus coming up along side her. She had stayed with him ever since that night he saved her. It was still hard to believe that he had willingly slept with her. It was something she had dreamed of since they met...if John ever found out he would be furious.
"Yes...I've been away long enough."
The darkness of the night concealed them as they made their way back to the castle. Phoebus took them down a secret way so they wouldn't be bothered by the guards..not yet anyway. They made their way into the stables and Phoebus helped her down from her horse, making sure her cloak stayed over her head and shoulders. "You cannot see anyone tonight though. We shouldn't spring this on anyone..." Odette nodded at Phoebus' words and bit her lip. It would be hard but she could handle it. "Thank you Phoebus." She gave him a soft smile and leaned up on her toes, pressing her lips against his in a light kiss. It only lasted a moment before she pulled back. If anyone saw them, he could be hurt...she didn't want that.
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Post by john on Oct 2, 2016 19:35:01 GMT
John studied the map in front of him for a few moments after his mother had left, he was tired of sitting on the sidelines for this. His sister needed him and he'd be damned if he lost her forever. Mind made up, he rolled up the map and grabbed a pack near the door. It had a set of supplies all that were prepared for him, he'd been getting his things together. He fastened his sword belt around his waist and drew a cloak around his shoulders. It would be best for everyone if they were unaware of his true identity. So he left his chambers and hurried down towards the stables, it took awhile as he had to avoid some of the courtiers who lingered in the hallways. Finally however he reached the stables, but he wasn't alone. There was a voice he immediately recognized and he nearly paused in step. There was no way....no way, but as he moved forward he saw her. She was kissing Phoebus and seemed to be unaware of his presence. He hadn't even realized he was moving until he had yanked Phoebus away from her and punched him in the face. "Have you kept her to yourself all this time?!" He roared, absolute rage filling him as he glared down at Phoebus. The hood that had covered his face, fell back revealing his features then. "I will give you exactly five seconds to explain yourself before I sever your head from your body." He growled and he actually meant it.
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Post by odette on Oct 2, 2016 20:16:46 GMT
Odette suddenly heard footsteps approach them before Phoebus was ripped away from her. At first she didn't understand but then she heard the voice. Her brother's voice.
Phoebus stumbled back as anger filled his eyes. "Just what the hell do you think-" Though his words stopped the moment John's hood fell from his face and he immediately kneeled down before the prince. Odette's heart sped up at the sight of her brother but the moment he threatened Phoebus, she had to take action. "John stop it! He didn't kidnap me!" She managed to wiggle herself into the small space between the men and she pushed against her brother's chest as hard as she could. "He saved me, don't you dare kill the man that saved my life and brought me home to you. Please John." Her fingers gripped his shirt as she stared up at him.
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Post by john on Oct 2, 2016 21:09:43 GMT
John glanced over at Odette as she forced her way in between them. The sight of her glaring up at him made all that anger seep out of him. "Leave us Phoebus...I'll deal with you later." He said, after all he was still angry that Phoebus had kissed Odette. His eyes moved back down to his sister and he stepped away from her. Seeing her again...like this..well he wasn't sure what to think and that bothered him. "Where have you been? The last I heard you had been taken, and before I could find you I got arrested and-" He broke off with a sharp gasp as he struggled not to reveal just how downright terrified he had been without her. He ran a hand down his face as he studied her and then he hugged her, his hands running along her body checking to make sure she really was in one piece. "Gods I've missed you." He whispered his voice low with raw emotion.
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Post by odette on Oct 2, 2016 22:10:35 GMT
Odette felt her heart lighten as John told Phoebus to leave. There was no doubt in her mind that he would still be angered with Phoebus but it made her feel better that he was safe in that moment. Though she decided to turn her attention to her brother now. He needed her. As he spoke, she felt tears spring to her eyes at how distressed he was. "I'm sorry...I tried to come back. I was released but on the way back, I was attacked. That was when Phoebus found me. But I'm alright..." Her words trailed off as John hugged her and she felt his hands checking her body. He must have been looking for wounds but the feeling of her hands on her body like that...it made her feel something different inside of her. She shook the feeling off and buried her face into John's chest. It just felt so good to be held by him again. "I'm just so glad to be home now." She whispered as she slowly looked up at him, a small tear sliding down her cheek.
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Post by john on Oct 2, 2016 23:25:31 GMT
John didn't say anything for several moments as he just held her, having been separated from her for so long had really rattled him. "I can't lose you like that again....not ever." He whispered. The mere thought made his arms tighten just a little more around her. "Were you hurt?" He demanded as he pulled back and cupped her face, his hands firm but gentle all the same. The thought of some unknown brute laying a hand on Odette's face or body bothered him. Hell anything could have happened to her during that period and he'd probably never even know. Odette had become more reserved even before she had been taken, but whenever he had brought it up she had dismissed his concerns. He doubted she'd trust him enough to tell him everything and that made him feel even worse. He was the older twin, he was the one who was supposed to look out for her and now she was constantly in danger.
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Post by odette on Oct 3, 2016 1:23:51 GMT
Odette tried to hold back the tears as John held her tighter, her teeth tugging at her bottom lip. Though as he demanded answers, she felt a few tears fall and her hand laid gently on his. "I'm fine John, I promise.." She whispered. Though her mind continued to wander to how much she had not told her brother yet. Her rape...the attack...and what she had done with Phoebus. She was no longer pure. How could she tell him? He would never see her the same again. "I don't want to talk about what happened while I was away...I just want everything to be normal. Please." Odette looked down, her grip tightening on him before she pulled back. "Don't tell mother that I'm home yet. I don't think I could handle being reunited with you both in one night..." She wiped the tears from her cheeks with the sleeve of her dress.
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Post by john on Oct 3, 2016 2:00:26 GMT
At her words John felt his heart sink, she was keeping things from him yet again. She really didn't trust him, "So you told Phoebus? Is that who you could tell?" He demanded, knowing he was being unfair with that particular question, but he couldn't stop seeing Phoebus kissing Odette. The image made him feel sick to his stomach and he wasn't entirely certain as to why. He sighed and ran a hand through his hair as he looked down at her, "Fine I won't tell mother, but you're going to have to face her in the morning." He said eventually. Knowing full well that their mother would want to know that his sister had been recovered. Then he leaned forward and pressed a gentle kiss on Odette's forehead, "I'm glad you're back." His tone was quiet and sincere.
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Post by james on Oct 3, 2016 2:14:04 GMT
Odette flinched at his demand and she looked away from him. How could he ask such a thing of her? Though he was quick to recover himself and was soon to act like nothing had happened. She couldn't stop herself from leaning into his touch as he kissed her forehead and she swallowed. All she wanted to do now was hide away in her room. "None of this was his fault...I kissed him out of gratitude for saving my life so don't be upset with him. Now if you will excuse me...I would like to get cleaned up and get some rest." Odette whispered before she quickly shoved past him and ran up the steps leading back into the castle.
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Post by john on Oct 3, 2016 2:54:46 GMT
John watched as Odette pushed past him and all but ran back through the entrance. If she kept that up, their mother really would find out and she would not be pleased that they had tried to keep Odette's return a secret from her. He followed after her, making sure to keep his distance after all Odette seemed to be in quite a mood and he had a feeling she needed the space. He waited a few minutes for her to get changed before he entered her room. "Odette are you in here?" He asked as he scanned the area carefully. There was no sign of her just yet but then she was probably bathing, he debated on whether or not he should stay. She probably didn't want him anywhere near her, and he couldn't quite blame her. Not after what he had basically implied about her and Phoebus. He'd get answers from Phoebus, if his sister refused to tell him the truth.
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Post by james on Oct 3, 2016 3:23:10 GMT
Odette quickly made it back to her room, not even caring about the noise she made along the way. She should have but she wanted to get as far away from John as she could before she said something she would regret. As soon as she made it back, she leaned against her door for a moment, her throat tight from the urge to cry again. At least now she was all alone...
She sighed and ran her fingers through her hair as she made her way to the bathroom. Within moment, she had stripped down and bathed herself, scrubbing at her skin until she felt somewhat decent. She soaked in the water for a few moments before she forced herself out. If her skin wouldn't get pruny from the water then she probably never would have gotten out. A thin, silky robe slid around her shoulders to clothe her naked body and she looked at her reflection in her mirror. It looked like she had never left home despite everything that had happened. No one would ever know.
Odette quietly hummed a soft song to herself as she ventured out into her room, her fingers braiding her hair as she walked. She looked up and saw a figure in her room, causing her to gasp and her fingers clutched her robe closed. "J-John what are you-" She breathed before she cleared her throat. "What do you want? I thought I told you I was going to rest."
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Post by john on Oct 3, 2016 3:56:10 GMT
John swallowed hard as he took in the sight of Odette's practically naked body. She was still fairly wet and he could almost see the outline of her body through the sheer fabric. He hastily averted his eyes and cleared his throat, "I called out for you...I just wanted to make sure you were all right." He said and dimly wondered why he couldn't stop thinking of her looking so tempting. Of course he'd noticed that his sister was beautiful, he'd have to be an idiot not to notice that. Now though...he was starting to notice things no brother should. "I can come back later...when you're decent." He said his tone nearly slipping as he said that. Realizing that he was still standing there, he backed up keeping his gaze lowered as he did so and tripped over a foot rest. He cursed as he did so and nearly landed on his ass, great now his sister probably thought he was a bloody idiot.
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Post by james on Oct 3, 2016 4:17:44 GMT
Odette crossed her arms before her chest, giving her brother an annoyed look. "I told you I was fine." Though the moment he mentioned how indecent she was, she became painfully aware of her lack of clothing. Her cheeks flushed and she turned to find something more suitable to cover herself with. Suddenly behind her, she heard a crash and spun around to see John stumbling backwards. "John!" She gasped as she raced towards him but he seemed to catch himself fast enough. Still, she moved to his side to make sure he was alright. He looked flustered, almost ill and it concerned her more than she realized. "Are you alright? You look ill.." She whispered as she gently placed her hand on his forehead and cheek like she was checking his temperature. Her robe had loosened a little from her movements, giving a rather sinful look down her chest but Odette didn't seem to realize it. She was more concerned about her brother in that moment than anything else.
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Post by john on Oct 3, 2016 4:54:01 GMT
John looked up at Odette and immediately wished he hadn't, her robe had loosened. Giving him an alluring gaze down to her cleavage, his member instantly responded. Fuck...the last thing he wanted was for Odette to see that he was aroused by her. Even though he most definitely was. She'd no doubt think he was disgusting and John felt sick, at her question he jerkily nodded. "Yeah fine...I...I just-" He broke off and then leaned forward. He wasn't entirely sure what possessed him, but all he wanted in that moment was Odette. His lips captured hers tentatively, waiting for her to either push him away or continue. He wasn't sure what, all he knew was that he was acting on pure instinct.
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