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Kalhil Cenijo is one of the busiest people in the coven. It's rare for him to stay in one place throughout the day. In fact, he's known as a hands on leader, which earned a high respect from his people.
However, ever since Raziel announced his other plan, the eldest orphan kept pestering his master for days now. Acting as a loyal dog following Raziel's every move, trying to convince it's not a good idea.
"Must you really do this?" Kalhil asked Raziel for the nth time, his usual calmness replaced with intense worry. The coven lord rolled his eyes as he scoff at his eldest's concerns.
The supposed coven leader has been cooped up in his office, acting like they are joined by the hip. This unexpected behavior by his eldest warmed Raziel's heart. He finds it amusing how his eldest tails him with that serious expression.
"Of course. My little companions are already preparing for 2 days. We all leave at dawn. I must prepare too." Raziel got up from his work chair, walking towards his full length mirror, his black robe flutter at every step.
Taking one last look at his reflection, he used his nail to draw out blood from each of his palm, clasping them together.
'Rhydian's height is just below my shoulder. This would hurt. Shifting bones always hurt.' Raziel smirk as he remembered ordering Aude to shift into a much smaller animal. 'Life needs harsh lessons.' Raziel thought as he compressed his bones, copying Rhydian's stature.
The sound of bone compressing into a smaller body size filled Raziel's office. Kalhil, feeling queasy at the sight, avoided to watch the transformation.
"Still traumatized by the little dungeon fiasco that idiot pulled?" Raziel fondly glanced at his oldest orphan, amused by his uncomfortable expression. Kalhil just bit his lips as a reply making Raziel laugh.
The coven lord shakes his head as he face the mirror, studying his look. Drawing out more blood from his palm, Raziel wiped the blood across his eyes, closing it to let the blood sink in. As soon as he opens his lids, the unique orbs turned into ruby red.
"Be a dear and summon Rhydian." Kal nods as he disappear out of thin air.
"Master!?" A chirpy voice echoed, making Raziel glance back. "You brought your things?" He asked. Rhydian frolicked to his master's side with sparkling eyes.
"You're!" He gasped as he stares into the ruby red eyes. "It's almost complete. Drop your blood in my palm." Rhydian did so by pricking a finger on his fangs, letting the blood drip to the open wound.
He blushed as he watch Raziel mix their blood together before bringing it into his mouth to taste. The silver locks slowly turned into dark raven as the strands glisten. Rhydian marveled at the sight as his master's features slowly mirror his.
"A twin!" He clapped. "Are you sure you copied my looks? Why are you still more. . ." Raziel laughed as he witness the little vampire's face flush in embarrassment.
"Let me braid your hair!" He offered instead, trying to change the topic, as he pulls his master towards the armchair. Raziel let the little vampire have his way as he felt a gentle touch on his hair. Back in his time, a long haired prince meant he was next in line. It was custom to cut the hair short during the coronation. However, this opportunity was robed of him.
In this generation, Raziel does not know if such a custom is still put into practice. The only reason why he kept his hair at knee length is revenge. He wanted to taunt Levant, 'I'm still the real heir.'
"Master, I'm almost done!" Rhydian gushed as he near the end. The little vampire knows his overly familiar behavior would be frowned upon by the whole coven. The more time he spent with the coven lord, the more he had the courage to act intimately.
Just touching this person's hair is enough to make him smile. 'This little one always makes my mood better. Is he aware I could hear his thoughts? Is he doing this on purpose?' Raziel chuckle as he watch the vampire fondly.
'Master is looking at me!' Rhydian tried his best to stay composed despite Raziel's flirty look, but frowned as he felt a prickling sensation at his side. He paused braiding his master's hair, tracking its source, revealing Kalhil's cold stare.
Raziel immediately felt the change in the atmosphere, his finger tapping the armrest as he watch Rhydian's sullen face.
"Kal, store his luggage in the storage along with my little Aude's." Kalhil glanced at Rhydian before making a small bow, disappearing into air.
"My apologies dear. I have such overprotective orphans." Raziel dismissed with a chuckle. "I'm not used to Kal being like that." Rhydian answered honestly. Kalhil was always a gentle yet serious person for the little vampire, receiving such look from the coven leader scared him.
"He. . . I . . Oh! I heard the baby witch is coming along with us?" The little vampire tried, changing the topic to lift the sour mood.
"Yes, he'll be our little pet." Raziel mused.
'That little witch, he can do anything once he puts his mind into it. I heard he managed to master shape-shifting within the day? Seems like getting permission from Deva Sinclair is more of a challenge.'
"Meow." Speaking of the devil. Kalhil reappeared after a few minutes carrying a small kitten with a dirty blonde fur and light brown eyes.
"Oh?! Is that the baby witch?" Rhydian tied the end of Raziel's braid before frolicking towards the cute kitten. Immediately snatching it from Kalhil's hold. "It's so fun to see witch craft." He cooed while combing through the fur.
Kalhil glared at the perky vampire before walking towards his master. He clicked his tongue as he try to fix Raziel's hair. "Kal, leave it be. You're done loading the storage?" The coven lord held Kal's hand pulling him to sit on the couch next to him.
Kalhil made sure to stock all his master's essential in storage so he could have access 24/7. As much as Kalhil is against the idea, he had no choice but to let his master go. Good thing Rhydian wasn't entirely cooped up inside the academy for too long. At least he had the ability to guide them.
Glancing at his master's travel companion, still reluctant to let Raziel enter the kingdom. He feels uncomfortable to leave the safety of this coven's lord in the hands of a vampire and a sheltered 'halfie'.
"I'll cut off the link between the protective dome and dungeon while I'm gone." Raziel started, snapping Kalhil out of his thoughts. Noticing Kal's unfocused eyes, Raziel leaned in pulling Kalhil closer. Even snapping his fingers in front his oldest orphan to get his attention.
"Make sure to warn our people about this. To keep you guys safe I've been creating a new incantation where we could add additional layers to our protective dome. For now, I can manage 5 layers. However, I have not had a chance to test its effects. My theory is people will get fried if they attempt to enter."
"Raziel don't worry about us. I'm more worried about you." Kalhil gripped his master's hands as he stare at the unfamiliar ruby red orbs.
"My dearest Kal, I'll be fine." Raziel steeled his heart as he lightly push Kal's hands off his, standing to avoid that genuine concern.
"Little ones, let us depart."
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