Meeting by candlelight (Silhouette and Lute)

Order S.O.L Kuzame: The AFW was completely empty, it was completely dark and black everywhere in every section yet there was a faint tint of crimson glow coming from the large central area of the federation, where the ring was located, it seemed to be moving, almost like it was dancing around but if anyone was even there they would notice a very small candle that had a red tainted flame upon it, moving around, near that glowing ray of crimson stood a girl with a black cloak around her, very long black hair dancing around as there seemed a weird gust of wind inside the area. A pair of crimson eyes stared down at the dancing fire with a kind smile, the girl was known as Lute, the girl that almost no one knew about except her being in the Era of Hell. She was waiting for someone and was patient as always...

kelseakk: It took some time but there was no one around and no one else to hold up other then herself.. The strange gust of wind that shouldn't be there in an indoor arena picked up a slight bit and the candle flickered, it seemed almost as if the flame that struggled on the wick would be blown out completely... Then the gust stopped and as the light resumed its full brightness the boundaries of the light filled the ring fully once more to reveal Silhouette standing close to one corner just watching with her blood red eyes. "You lit a candle for me..?"

Order S.O.L Kuzame: Lute closed her eyelids halfly when she noticed the flame almost fading to a complete nothingness because of the slight strong strokes of winds. Then came the frame of a human being, glaring up at the person who seemed to be Silhouette, judging by the visual appearances she first seen of Silhouette, her smile gotten bigger and kinder, nodding at the girl as she spoke clearly out to her. " Yes I have, Miss Silhouette.. I was hoping to see you. It's a honor to meet the one who took good care of Cerbera.. "

kelseakk: Silhouette did not return the smile, it might seem uncertain if this was a purpose act of coldness to someone who didn't know her... But to those who did know a bit about her, even if described, would realize that this was mainly her way. She looked down upon Lute with somewhat dead eyes "Ah.. How is my Cerbera-san..."

Order S.O.L Kuzame: Lute released a gentle sigh when she was asked such a question, shaking her head slightly from side to side before speaking forth with honest truth. " I'm afraid Cerbera is completely possessed, she is no longer the girl you cared or even loved. " She'd slowly started to ease herself down to sit infront of the candle, glaring up at Silhouette quietly afterwards.

kelseakk: "I see." It was unclear how this news effected the blood moon child, other then blinking slowly once her face didn't show much else then it already was. "Is that why you would light a candle in the shadow of the moon?"

Order S.O.L Kuzame: " I lit this candle... In hope to befriend the blood moon child, and together with her, change Cerbera back to normal. " She'd look up with a cute smile while she brought one hand to the side of the flame, the flame started to grow, as if it was being fueled with more fire, continueing to glare at the flame now as she spoke softly. " And perhaps I could help her aswell.. "

kelseakk: Silhouette red eyes flickered slightly to the light and then back to her, the glow of the candle reflecting in her pupils. Silhouette stayed where she was, standing more or less still... "How would you help what can not be helped..?"

Order S.O.L Kuzame: " Can't.. Or won't? Dear Silhouette, I wish nothing more then to see you and Cerbera smile. " Lute showed a smile of her own bringing her hand back, her palm was warm due to being so close to the flame, pressing it against her own cheek and gently rubbed the warmth against her cold, tender skin. " Nothing can be undone if no one tries. "

kelseakk: Silhouette still carried the same somber look even as Lute continued to smile, her eyes squinted slightly "Smiling is something beyond me... My lips are numb with a cold unrepenting shadow... Joy has been stolen so long ago I have forgotten its name..."

Order S.O.L Kuzame: " And, do you not wish to gain it again? The sweet, warm embrace of someone, who would die to protect you? " Lute drooped her head low, letting the many strands of hair move down to cover her the sides of her face, her slightly glowing red eyes glaring down at the mat, bringing one hand down to gently press against it. " Everyone should be allowed to have such a experience.. "

kelseakk: "I was not.." Silhouette said bluntly in response to Lute's last comment, without riddle or rhyme to hide the meaning."Did not Cerbera-san send you to look in the shadow of the moon for that which has a dark blood soul...? Lute-san..." She spoke the girls name even without being introduced "But the words you were sent to say has of yet been spoken..."

Order S.O.L Kuzame: " It's never too late, Silhouette. Please understand that. " Lute slowly rose onto her feet and nodded at Silhouette, crossing her arms against her chest. " ...Yes, I do, Miss Silhouette. Cerbera wished for you to join the Era of Hell. "

kelseakk: Silhouette moved her hand to hold onto the ropes beside her, turning sideways onto Lute "Then the blood moon child is now just a dangerous threat or potent ally to Cerbera-san... If I am to refuse, are we to destroy ourselves? Or you offer only words tonight for me in the shadow of the moon?"

Order S.O.L Kuzame: Lute listened carefully to Silhouette but shook her head after she thought the girl was done, speaking out kindly once more to her. " I do not wish to destroy a potential friend, miss Silhouette, however I think Cerbera might not be pleased if you refuse. But it is all your choice, not anyone else's. Lead your life as your heart tells you too, miss Silhouette. "

kelseakk: Silhouette turned so that she was facing the ropes she held, looking out into the darkness at apparently nothing in particular... "Then perhaps Cerbera will come to destroy me herself, for I can not walk openly within the time of the underworld at present... But you knew this already, Lute-san..."

Order S.O.L Kuzame: Lute nodded with a soft smile, though not happy with the decision, she respected Silhouette's choice. " Yes, in my own heart, I knew you would refuse.. I respect your decision, but please be careful, I cannot defend you against the organization I lead. I hope you understand.. " Lute took a few steps back before kneeling infront of te candle to gently place her hands around the gentle flame. " Any last words before I depart, miss Silhouette? "

kelseakk: Silhouette still didn't turn around, her head inclining slightly upwards as Lute asked if she had any last words "Words to Cerbera-san...: 'Birds of a feather'..."

Order S.O.L Kuzame: " I shall tell them to her.. Take care, miss Silhouette. " Lute leaned her head in close to the fire, letting the light of the flame shine on her face and whispered softly. " There will always be someone out there for you. " With that she blew the candle, the entire ring becoming black and within seconds Lute was gone without a trace, leaving Silhouette with the smoking, dark candle.

kelseakk: Silhouette did not bother to turn around as she knew that Lute would not be there, after tonight she knew that the era of Hell would be after her... And so be it... She stepped through the ropes, climbing out of the ring and walking out of the arena