synthneon | bloody tears || ❝ our fate so darkly romantic, i will never leave your side. ❞

[ Jonathan's turning is a story for another time, but it is certain to say, that it took an expansive amount of time for Jonathan to learn who his maker was. Perhaps if Aymeric were to ever ask, the elder vampire would certainly explain. There is no need to hide such things.

Lantaa squeezes his hand in return and presses into his side. She is not afraid, not truly, but feels greatly exposed. She has spent her whole life hiding away. For someone that is a stranger to simply know her and deduce so much? She feels oddly bare and unable to shake the feeling. The doctor must realize this as he turns his attention back to Aymeric. ]

At one point, I had looked for a way to cure our condition. The attempts I made were... unsuccessful. Instead, I turned my efforts in attempting to synthesize a form of blood that could sustain us, or at the very least, sate the hunger of those who could not stand for such things. [ He pauses and chuckles. ] I had once considered giving you the option, Aymeric. But, I dare say, you have found a better alternative.

[ Lantaa looks down, then back up at Aymeric. ] How did the two of you meet...?

[ Aymeric does not move from his position next to Alkaid. Her presence is comforting for him too, and so he is inclined to maintain it for as long as possible. But he cannot help but look at Jonathan with some measure of surprise. Naturally, he is aware that as a doctor, he would look into such things, but he had not considered the possibility of an alternative to feeding in the way that they do. ]

So I have, but I gather from your words that your efforts were not successful? [ It seems like quite the lofty task in Aymeric's mind, even for one as knowledgeable as Jonathan. He smiles at Alkaid when she looks at him. ]

Well, my parents and Jonathan were well acquainted, and it was decided that Jonathan should be my godfather. They chose well, and I would not have anyone else in the role. [ He then turns slightly so that his smile lands upon Jonathan as well. ]

Not as yet. It would seem our nature is more... complicated than merely turning from one thing to another. It is more akin to a fundamental change in our aether, from what Master Matoya has gathered. I am no aetherologist, Aymeric. Such things are beyond me. Yet, I am certain, with time I will find an expert in the matter who is willing to help our plight.

[ Lantaa quietly stands and listens to Aymeric's answer. Dr. Reid had always been his godfather? Then, truly, perhaps it was meant to be. She wonders if he remembers saying such things in their discussion the previous day. OF course, it is not something to speak of with their current company, but she does wonder if he remembers. Perhaps speaking of their ancient bond, and even those ancient feelings, means more to her in the end.

Her gaze drifts to the side as she gently nudges his arm with her cheek. ]

Well, I am remorse to admit that I have not been the keenest nor best godfather as of late.

[ If not for the fact that he is still holding onto Alkaid's hand and has no plans of letting go, he would steeple his fingers together and mull over what Jonathan has just told him. But even if he spent a long time thinking about it, it would not make what he speaks of possible. He might fervently wish for it, but wishes do not have the ability to make things happen.

As for what he remembers, he certainly does recall their discussion, and the notion that they have known each other for so many lifetimes now. If they were alone in this room together, he believes he could easily express the feelings associated with their ancient bond, but as they are not, it seems best to spare Jonathan from that.

At his next words, however, he finds himself shaking his head almost immediately. ] I have never known you to be less than an attentive one, and what is more, I fully realize that your responsibilities may keep you occupied and therefore, I hold no grudge at all. [ He views Jonathan as the best godfather he could have asked for, and is not inclined to change his mind. ]

[ Lantaa glances back up at their conversation for only a brief moment before it wanders down again. If it had all meant to happen this way as Aymeric--rather the older part of his soul--insists, then why? The pair of them are already close and deeply in love. They hardly need the bond that comes from sharing her blood. A reason must exist outside of the fact that life is cruel.

Jonathan, however, smiles sadly. ] And yet, I have left you to wallow in misery over your condition more than anything. Perhaps now is the best tike to amend that. After all, you have a fiance now.

[ Her ears twitch and stand on end. Then, she looks up with her eyes wide. ] I-I'm ... a fiance?

Well, to how the rest of the world is concerned, yes? You board with him, share his home, and are seemingly attached by the hip. Courtship and being his lady narurally leads to such things.

[ He also believes that there must be a reason that they have yet to find, but he would like to believe that the two of them can discover it together. But whether they do or not, they have each other and this bond that they share, and that counts for quite a bit in his mind.

In response to Jonathan's comments, Aymeric merely shrugs. ] It could not be helped, could it? You still have your work, and what you do is of greater importance than looking in on one person. [ And as Alkaid already knows, Aymeric considers himself largely insignificant in the grand scheme of things. He would not ask Jonathan to inconvenience himself in such a way.

But at his pronouncement of Alkaid as his fiancee, Aymeric's smile only widens, and he gently squeezes her hand yet again. ]

You could very well be right about that. However, that one person was entrusted to me by very close friends. I doubt they would approve of how I have conducted myself as of late. Which I tend to correct.

[ Lantaa's cheeks turn redder. Her gaze moves down to the floor as she bashfully tucks herself behind Aymeric more. A fiancée? She can hardly wrap her mind around behind his lady, let alone his fiancée. To that, their "courtship" has been so very short, and she does not have a ring. Not that she would wish him to go and find one. It is more she believes there are steps based on all she has encountered...

Jonathan, however, chuckles.] And as your godfather and physician, I believe it would be in bad faith if I did not at least take a look at your fiancée as well.

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[ There is a part of him that still desires the companionship and support he finds from people such as Estinien (in his own way) and Jonathan, but the last thing that he wishes is to be selfish and grasp for more than he is given. ]

Well, I will not pretend that it would be good to see more of you, but I will not take you away from your work. [ He will not rebuff Jonathan should he visit, of course, but he does not wish to be a hindrance either.

As for Alkaid and her being his fiancee, his mind has already begun to think of ways to further solidify their relationship, beginning with obtaining a ring and continuing with a proper courtship. ]

If you wish. And if you require anything at any time during or after, feel free to ask. [ He might top off his drink at the very least, as he feels he must be a good host. ]

Perhaps it is time I am here for you more as a godfather ought to be, and less of a doctor. Besides, it would seem you have a more than capable healer with you now.

[ Jonathan turns his gaze to Lantaa and offers a gentle smile. He sets his glass down and shakes his head to the offer. While he can no longer be intoxicated? He would not deplete his godson of a fine drink. Especially if he should ever have visitors. Instead, he offers his hand for Lantaa to take. ]

If you could be so kind, my dear.

[ Lantaa glances up at Aymeric once more before extending the hand not holding onto his. Jonathan gently takes the hand into his. ]

[ Aymeric would rebuff Jonathan once more, except for the fact that he truly does wish to see more of his godfather, and that he does yearn for the kind of support he might give him. So he says instead: ] If you are certain, the door is always open to you. [ It always has been, but he feels the need to underline that just in case there are any doubts.

And once Jonathan's attention turns towards Alkaid, Aymeric simply sits back and watches, although he makes sure to keep his hand where it is, in case she needs the added reassurance. ]

If I might ask, how have you been spending your days? Offering your expertise as a physician, I am sure, but has anything else been occupying your attention of late?

[ He does not intend to interfere with Jonathan's examination, only make small talk while he works. ]

bloody tears || ❝ our fate so darkly romantic, i will never leave your side. ❞

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