'Revival' in C sharp

After everything Seraphim went through in the last couple of weeks, this was probably the best thing Seraphim had heard among them all. She was just really glad to see that Karina was taking it the best way possible. She wouldn't change her ways, she could still be the person she always was, but now she put her talents to a better use, and the two were quickly becoming good friends. More than likely a rival too, but certainly an ally and friend. Seraphim was already anxious to have another spar with her, or maybe attempt a tag team match at some point with her new friend, but as much as she wanted to, even she knew not to go overboard and to just rest the night over.

Getting a little laugh even, especially at the mention of 'heavenly metal', Seraphim had a good feeling about all of this. She even thought about starting up an old desire of hers again, which was to pick up a musical instrument, just so she had something to do with Karina, but it was just thought of many, wanting to do all sorts of things with her new friend, especially since they more than likely were going to have a week or two of down time now from their injuries. For now though, she just settled down, casting a thumbs up at her new friend, giving that big grin again at her choice. "Well then welcome aboard! I've got a meeting coming up in a little more than a week, you can come and introduce yourself, make a few more friends. Who knows, I think a few of them were musically talented, you could put together a band!" She said with excitement, beginning to wonder now just what instrument she could play, still embarrassed about her talented singing voice, not wanting to bring that up.

"Well, I'll see you in the morning. Goodnight Rheena, it was a Hell of a day, so sleep well." As Karina laid down and pulled the blankets up, Seraphim still sat up, deciding to stay awake a little longer after she wished her friend a peaceful slumber, really wanting to think things over. It was time like this that she really wanted to consider over everything in the White Gale, make her next plans, find a place for new recruits, figure out who else could join their cause, and what to do next against their foe. It was a lot to think about, and sometimes... it scared Seraphim a little. She wasnâ€t used to being a leader, but she felt like she was the best person to bare the burden. With Sindel, it was a lot easier though, and now that she had just gained a new friend, it kept her hopes up too. But for now, as time would pass by, Seraphim would rest there with her eyes staring into the ceiling, deep in thought with an look on her face that made it seem like Seraphim was daydreaming.

Karina went to sleep quite quickly, she was really tired even though she had slept during the medical treatment they had given her. For some reason she found it no problem to just drop her guard near Seraphim. She let her guitar rest next to her bed, her eyelids had fallen shut and she looked to be sleepng quite peacefully and were it not for the bandages around her head and the stitches, she'd look pretty cute. An hour had passed and Karina was twisting and turning in her bed, mumbling out that she wanted more cheese on her hamburger or even that she cursing at the neighburs for calling the cops on her just because she was playing her guitar loudly but strangely enough, nothing about her past anymore, maybe it was because of Seraphim that she was sleeping a little peacefuller now.

Outside the room though, yelling was heard. A nurse was telling someone to stay out of the room since visitting hour was over but after some objects falling to the ground and some evil laughing, it was Sindel that came in the room, sticking her tongue out at the nurse before closing the door behind her, looking at Seraphim. " Well, Well, there is the train that knocked down Karina! I had to raid a few rooms to find out where you were. " Sindel was dressed in her usual outfit though a little shorter and more revealing. Still she paid no mind, walking over to Seraphim to bow gracefully and teasingly at her before she'd stand up straight and smirk at her. " It's been a while. "

She really did feel like there was a lot to consider, especially with Karina now, but fortunately, none of it really upset Seraphim, as she just let out a casual sigh, still trying to figure out her options. It was hard trying to lead this whole thing when she wasnâ€t even used to being a leader of anything in the first place, and at times like this, she often doubted herself. And after recent events between her and Megumi… Seraphim felt like she had really begun to fall. But thankfully, her fight with Karina today really inspired her with some hope, and despite the thoughtful, dreamy look in her eyes as she soaked up all her thoughts, Seraphim was smiling a little. Especially when she occasionally glanced over at Karina, finding a sense of amusement at her words and the cute look on her face, like a broken maiden finally finding peace.

Then, there was suddenly a few bits of noise, along with yelling and a strange laughter. That was enough to immediately put Seraphim on alert. She had seen the Era of Hell try ambushing before in the hospital, she knew they would stoop that low, and so, she got ready. Even if she was in a hospital bed, she wasnâ€t going to let them come and finish the job. So, she quickly reached the IV she was on much earlier while still unconscious, and without hesitation, snapped it in half, giving her a small but jagged and sharp piece of a glass tube in her hand. She hit her fist under the blanket, ready for unleashing the dangerous surprise if she had to, even closing her eye just enough where it looked like she was asleep, but still barely able to see. There was no way she was going to let them get the jump on her, and if anything, she was going to catch a predator in her own little trap.

However, when the door opened, and the ‘invader†revealed herself, Seraphimâ€s crimson eye flashed open, and she say up again as she was completely surprised, and incredibly relieved. “S-Sindel!!” Raising her voice, she immediately clasped a hand over her mouth when she realized she was too loud, and Karina was sleeping. Adjusting her volume though, she set the broken IV aside by her half eaten dinner, and smiled like she was just given the best present in the world. “M-My god girl, y-you scared the crap outta me! But man I glad to see you, I missed ya!” Barely able to contain her excitement, Seraphim had that cheesy grin on her face again that seemed so odd for a one eyed tomboy, but right now, she didnâ€t care, this day felt like it was already one of the best in a long time, and now that Sindel was here, it just felt perfect!

Sindel would giggle at how Seraphim reacted, watching her cover her mouth and then grin at her. Sindel skipped in close to Seraphim and deliver a gentle kiss on her forehead before she'd take a seat besides her and gently patted her on the head. " You just can't leave the fun for everyone, huh? Well, I'm glad you've been doing well, I recently recruited a fan of yours in the White Gale, hope you don't mind. She's quite spirited and hits hard, you'd be amazed what this girl can do. " She'd then look out infront of her and notice Karina, suddenly going silent and narrowing her eyes to look over at her. " ...So she's here too. " Sindel then looked down to notice the guitar, smirking and hopping off the bed walking towards it to inspect it carefully and then quickly looking at Karina incase she might do something.

Sindel would just stare at it before she'd step back and then turned to walk back to Seraphim and lay down next to her, noticing her half eaten meal and then blinked. " Oh, quite an unbalanced meal you got there. " She then grabbed the still fresh cheeseburger, grinning. " Oooh, Boob food. So you're trying to get them bigger, huh? " Sindel was really set on teasing Seraphim, just trying to make her laugh and happy, that's all she really wanted since she had missed Seraphim alot and the first thing she wanted to do is make her laugh.

Damn did it feel good to have Sindel around. It felt no matter what happened now, things were going to be fine, and Seraphim could rest easy with her close friend here. The smile couldnâ€t fade, especially when Sindel kissed her on the forehead and patted her on the head, getting a surprisingly childish expression out of Seraphim as she had a small blush for just a moment. As mature, strict, and commanding as Seraphim could be, she was always a lighthearted, gentle woman around her friends, and Sindel was no exception. Heck she was certainly one of her best friends without a doubt!

However, before she got to say anything, that smile faded a little, when Sindel looked at Karina with a judgmental gaze, and Seraphim could tell she didnâ€t approve of this girlâ€s presence. Though, she certainly would have some news for her in a moment, as Seraphim thought of the best way to break it to her. When Sindel sat down though and went for Seraphimâ€s untouched burger though, a small vein appeared on her forehead, as she had a mock anger and yet a joking manner mixed together, not even sure what to say at the comment about the food. ‘SH-SHIT! Am I the –only- woman who doesnâ€t know about this?? Thatâ€s it! Iâ€m going on a burger diet, damnit!!†As much as Seraphim felt that way though, she just sweatdropped though, nodding just a little as the slight bout of anger replaced with an embarrassed, awkward smile. “W-Well… t-tell that to her. But… I guess so. Why, you wantâ€em bigger?” Seraphim said with a cheeky little perverted grin, teasing Sindel right back. However, she knew to cut to business, and wanted to know about the new member or what happened.

“But you know, that leaves two of us then, because I got us a new member too, youâ€re looking at her.” Seraphim said proudly, jutting her thumb at Karina as she gave Sindel the room she needed to lay down, more than welcoming of her good friendâ€s presence right now.

" Hmm.. Not sure, they'd bounce too much with my acrobatic moves. Why, do you want mine to be big? " She'd blink innocently towards Seraphim, really out to tease her now, then she'd suddenly laugh before she'd turn to look at Karina when Seraphim told her that she recruited her, not trusting her but if Seraphim did.. " Well.. If you believe in her, then I will too. " She'd then look up at the ceiling, releasing a sigh. Just like Seraphim she didn't like being here though she then smiled. " Ironic.. This is were we met, but now it's the other way around. You're the wounded one. Time flies.. " Sindel would snuggle up against Seraphim, just for the warmth and soon a whisper came out from her, a very soft and cute one. " Glad you're still alright.. "

Karina was twisting and turning again, then suddenly punching the air and mumbled with a low growl. " That's for not putting cheese on.. My hamburger.. " Karina then rolled onto her stomach and buried herself in her pillow and curled under the blankets, Sindel looking over at her with a confused look before she'd take Seraphim's hamburger and took a bite from it, immidiatly biting a few more times to eat half of it, closing her eyes with a content purr. " Aah.. Much better.. I was getting hungry. " Sindel's eyes travelled back up at the ceiling, laying rather comfortably next to Seraphim, she had really missed her, she made her believe that she could do anything she wanted together with her friends and right now she was doing just that, now it was her turn to keep Seraphim safe till she had recovered.

Seraphim couldnâ€t help but blush ever so faintly after Sindelâ€s question, just looking away and blushing just a little. “N-No! Their fine like they are, youâ€ve always been cute just like that and…. Agh shit, look, youâ€re getting me embarrassed!” Seraphim said with a soft laugh, her redness fading as she rolled back to face her. Sindel… man was she glad to have her here. Seraphim always had a mixture of feelings about her. She didnâ€t particularly have a crush or anything for her, even if Sindel was undeniably one of the cutest kawaiiâ€s she ever laid eyes on, but Seraphim did love her, almost like the way an older sister would for their sibling. So, having her here made Seraphim feel like she was among family again, and the pains in thinking about the Era of Hell, or the choked back agony about Megumi she still hadnâ€t even talked about was all able to fade away for now.

“Thank you Sindel… Iâ€m really glad youâ€re here. You.. you have no idea.” Her words were a little desperate, but Seraphim still tried to hide that desperation as she let out a soft sigh, hearing her recall how they first met. She was quiet for a bit, letting the girl get comfortable as she laid beside her. That little purr she gave and the way she snuggled close, Seraphim couldnâ€t resist from wrapping an arm around her, just letting her relax, sharing a compassion for her that could only be found between them as sisters, a love that felt like it was as thick as blood. Seraphim couldnâ€t hold back from one thing she had to say though, taking note a bit ago how Sindel was so biased about Karina joining. Seraphim looked at her newest friend for a moment, and then smiled a little more, not aware that she was blushing even more with what she said. “But as for her… I do believe in her. I like her too.. a-a lot…” Damnit… there she went getting sentimental and letting her thoughts wonder some. She needed to shake this off, especially with Sindel here. So, she tried to change the subject, asking Sindel a question that Seraphim had on her mind earlier. “Wh-What about you? You said you found someone else, right?”

Sindel rested her cheek upon Seraphim's shoulder, listening to her and could only giggle softly, closing her eyelids halfly and could only say back in the sweetest tone. " I do have an idea that you're glad I'm here.. I watched you fighting and I'm pretty sure that what had happened in that ring and what was said, you needed someone familiar around.. God knows I do. " She'd quickly go quiet, trying not to say any more stupid things then she already had, eating the last piece of hamburger before she'd look back at Karina again while Seraphim spoke like how Karina was for her and she couldn't help but smile, almost completely understanding it. " The way you both fight.. The way you look at her.. Now how you talk about her.. You.. Like-like her, don'tcha? "

Sindel personally didn't mind, personally she was always out to make sure Seraphim was okay and when she saw their match, she should've known already. She looked back at Seraphim once she asked about the member she had found, then started to hold back her laugh. " She thinks she's a heroine that fights evil.. She has a giant wooden icecream stick sword but I'd think you like her.. I've already seen her fight a heel kawaii, she managed to grin through all the punishment she took and always fought her all, that's what made me impressed. I think you'll like how she looks too, quite cute.. Tomboyish even. "

Sindel had hit the nail on the head. She needed someone right now, just so she didnâ€t decay from her own thoughts. Right now, after what happened between her and Megumi, Seraphim was dangerous by herself. And so, she remained blindly optimistic, joking for half her match, carrying a corny, silly grin, cracking jokes more often, and surrounding herself with people. Sure, it was a temporary fix, and no doubt one day it would eat her from the core inside out, but for now, Seraphim had to remain strong, she had to run White Gale to the top of her ability, no matter what brought her down. Even if Sindel thought she was stupid for saying that, Seraphim just managed to make her smile a little more true, gently rubbing Sindelâ€s shoulder a little more as if silently telling her again that she was thankful.

However, when Sindel made that comment about Karina, and asked Seraphim how she really felt, Seraphim instantly turned a shade of red in her cheeks, looking at her in an almost chibi like way of embarrassment, slight disbelief in her that Sindel suggested that. “Wh-What?! Oh-no-no-no! N-N-Nothing like that!” Seraphim was good at hiding her feelings and running on courage alone, but when it came to a strait out lie, it was pretty easy to read her, especially since her and Sindel were so close. “I-I-I j-just… I really r-respect her, a-and the match …H-Hell Iâ€ll never forget it!” Yea… she was pretty much lying about it, no doubt about it. In fact, the way she instantly changed to the next subject, Sindel would be sure that her accusation was dead on. “S-So! This person, I-Iâ€d love to meet her, definettly~ W-We need more spirited fighters l-like that!”

" You're so bad at lieing.. Plus you're only lieing to yourself.. " Sindel would look up at Seraphim and shook her head at her, almost dissapointed, she didn't mean if Seraphim was lieing but Sindel just knew better then that, even if she was some time apart from Seraphim, bringing both arms up to stretch them upwards to their extend, her lips parting and letting out a loud yawn, she was already quite tired since she was up early and now that it was close to midnight, it was making her feel much awake. " Wait here, I'm gonna grab a can of Red Bull, I am going to protect you till you recover you know and don't say I shouldn't... It's what friends do you know! " She'd cheerfully hop off the bed and walked to the door, giving a third glance towards the sleeping Karina before she'd open the door to leave, only to feel someone else opening the door aswell, immidiatly stumbling back and falling upon her rear with a gasp, looking up with a growl though immidiatly her eyes widened when she noticed who it was. " E-eh..? Lute? Isn't a little late for you to.. Wait.. Don't tell me the Era of Hell send you to finish their lowly works. " Sindel would slowly stand up but Lute helped her rise to her feet with a smile and shook her head. " I just want to see how they were doing. "

Lute would bow at Sindel before she'd walk past her and towards Karina, sighing when she saw the wound and simply shook her head in refusal. " Poor Karina.. " Sindel would lookin over her shoulder at Lute but then to Seraphim " This is Lute.. One of the leaders of the Era of Hell. " She'd then walk out the door but before closing it she'll say. " Odd thing is, she's the sweetest person in the world. " Lute listenened to Sindel and couldn't help but blush in emberassment, trying to ignore it while she examined Karina's wounds, gently stroking through the girl's hair while she'd wonder why this had to happen, a frown appearing on her face. " This shouldn't have happened... " Then she'd notice Seraphim and couldn't help but smile even brighter, making sure Karina was resting peacefully and then walking away from her and to Seraphim, bowing gracefully at her. " You must be the great Seraphim.. Ive heard alot of good things about you.. It's a pleasure to meet you, I also would like to thank you for bringing Karina here.. "