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Post by Evelyn Harper on Feb 14, 2010 22:19:52 GMT -5
Marius Cromwell walked into the high class dining establishment called Clos Maggiore and was seated at his table on the first floor in the private dining area. He had to be sure that he was away from prying eyes and ears. He straightened his tie and popped the cork on a bottle of champagne. He poured himself a glass and sipped on it as he waited for Kari Brandon to arrive. He had invited her to dinner tonight to discuss some very important matters with her.
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Post by Artemis Steele on Feb 14, 2010 22:33:30 GMT -5
Hikari Brandon arrived wearing a very nice white dress that fit her well. She had given birth to her and Warren's daughter, Elice Rianne Brandon, nearly two months ago. Of course, then she had received the death sentence that she would only live 5 more years. She followed a waiter to the room and walked in. She sat across from Marius. "You know, it's strange going out to dinner when I typically cook at home now."She pointed out to him. Her hair was pulled back fashionably and she was relaxed.
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Post by Evelyn Harper on Feb 14, 2010 23:40:13 GMT -5
Marius looked Kari over with a smile "You look great" he told her with a nod "You shouldn't have to spend your days living out as a simple housewife. You deserve to be treated like a queen Hikari" he said shaking his head at how content she seemed with her mediocre life ""Life's a journey, Kari; I don't wanna go through it following a roadmap. You see, I don't want to do good things, I want to do great things and I know you want the same. People like us can't be afraid of taking the path less traveled. You have a destiny. You're never going to get anywhere with your eyes closed" he explained leaning back in his chair "Kari I need you to promise me that you will stay out of my affairs for awhile. I'm brewing something up and I must tell you that there are some doors that can't be closed once they're opened. I know your family and friends will be involved but you must not jump in the middle. Everything I am doing is to make this world better. To make life easier for you" he mumbled. He left out the part about Alyson. He knew she wouldn't understand his need to find the woman. "I need to know that you're safe and I will do everything I can to protect you but there is only so much I can do alone" he said. He didn't want to reveal the fact that he would be revealing the magical world to muggles and bringing the witch trials back. They all deserved to pay for what had happened to Alyson.
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Post by Artemis Steele on Feb 15, 2010 1:03:10 GMT -5
Kari chuckled."Well, when you have five years to live, you try to keep it secret from your family to keep out the awkwardness."She explained to Marius. She sighed."Marius, you ask a lot from me. I cannot just sit and watch something happen to my family and friends. I'm sorry but...I just can't do that."
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Post by Evelyn Harper on Feb 15, 2010 21:46:27 GMT -5
"You're dying?" Marius asked softly "I thought you looked a bit pale. I figured you were ill" he mumbled sipping his champagne "Fine Kari. I will just take it upon myself to make sure you're taken care of"
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Post by Artemis Steele on Feb 15, 2010 21:57:49 GMT -5
Kari nodded."Deteriorating heart condition. It's irreversible as far as I know."She told Marius honestly. She then shook her head."And how do you plan to do that? I tend to be a hard person to keep up with."She said, taking a sip of her drink.
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Post by Evelyn Harper on Feb 16, 2010 14:43:43 GMT -5
"Nothing is irreversible. Nothing is impossible. You're with me now. Failing isn't something I do" Marius assured her "It's not about the ending, it's about the journey. Your end won't come for a very long time" he promised her "I have ways of keeping up with you Hikari" he said raising his glass "To a long and happy life" he toasted before downing the rest of his champagne
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Post by Artemis Steele on Feb 16, 2010 19:00:47 GMT -5
Kari chuckled and raised her glass before taking a drink."You're pretty optimistic, Marius."She told him honestly as she relaxed in her seat."If I end up with a long and healthy life, it would be a miracle."
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Post by Evelyn Harper on Feb 17, 2010 14:54:44 GMT -5
"I'm known for performing miracles" Marius said pouring himself another glass of champagne "Are you hungry Hikari. You can pick anything you want. It's all on me" he told her
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Post by Artemis Steele on Feb 17, 2010 15:11:37 GMT -5
"That you are."Kari agreed as she took a sip."Uhm, just a bit. I don't know if they have chicken and broccoli alfredo but...that would be heavenly today. I'm trying to keep my food choices decently healthy."Kari told Marius with a small chuckle.
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Post by Evelyn Harper on Feb 18, 2010 22:26:13 GMT -5
"They have anything you want" Marius said "And if they don't, I'll kill them" he told her simply with a smile "How are things going with Warren? And how's the kids?" he asked
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Post by Artemis Steele on Feb 18, 2010 22:32:19 GMT -5
Kari chuckled with a smile."Then, that's what I want."She told Marius and took another drink of her glass."Things with Warren are better. It's still a little harsh with him being a vampire but otherwise, they're alright. The kids are great. Little Elice is getting so big. Lemuel is having his issues with Warren, though. He doesn't like vampires at all...especially not Warren."
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Post by Evelyn Harper on Feb 18, 2010 22:53:34 GMT -5
"How comforting. I happen to be a vampire" Marius said "I'm sure things will get better. You must have faith. With faith all things are possible" he told her rubbing her hand softly "I apologize for my cold hands. Warren must have them as well now" he reminded her with a grin. He hadn't told anyone but he had been the one who had sent the vampires to attack Warren Brandon. He had seen Kari on her horses many times back when he had first arrived in England and had taken an immediate liking to her. Her hatred for Warren would drive her straight into Marius' arms. He would be the one to comfort her. To gain her trust. She would never leave him like all the others had. "I haven't seen Elice yet. I must meet her soon. I'm sure she's just as beautiful as her mother"
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Post by Artemis Steele on Feb 18, 2010 23:01:02 GMT -5
Kari sighed softly."I hope so."She told Marius and nodded."I am quite used to it by now. Of course, him being a vampire doesn't bother me anymore. I'm quite accepting...moreso than my son. I think he takes after his father."She explained and nodded."You should meet her soon."She said with a soft blush."She's pretty. She still cries a bit around Warren but she's a lot more like me in attitude."
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Post by Evelyn Harper on Feb 19, 2010 18:20:32 GMT -5
"Vampires tend to get worse. You might be accepting now but things change" Marius said a bit angered by her will to love her husband unconditionally. "I can't wait to see Little Elice. I shall buy her a small gift on my way home later" he told Kari
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