Out of the Darkness.... [closed]

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Up on the edge of the sea, the wind howls and the waves crash violently upon the rocks. the castle stands tall and strong above the rocks, as if tempting the sea to try to take it... knowing it would fail. A few lights gleam out into the darkness, shadows dancing. There lives a handsome, brooding man, alone but a few faithful servants... he has been alone for years... for reasons of his own... that until now he has kept to himself...

He has an appreciation for beauty... has a garden..... inside the castle.... the halls are dark but clean... so many of them.... mazelike with secret passageways throughout...

meanwhile....

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Meghan

A lone woman steps out of her broken down car, cursing and yanks out an umbrella and satchel with her... she looks about and sees darkness as the wind howls and the rain makes mincemeal of her pitiful excuse for an umbrella....

she looks about... where... which way would shelter be...?

 

[Henry]

OOC: Samuel but called Sam mostly, 6foot 1, muscular build, blue eyes and brown hair.


IC:

Casually walking through the hallways late at night i smiled as i made my rounds before retiring. This castle had been my refuge from some of the evilness that lay outside of it. Pausing at one of the windows i looked out across the ocean as it lapped at the rocks below. It was fascinating to look at but for me it was just that, a picture to look at and nothing else.

Speaking quickly to one of my servants about her morning tasks i left the main hallway and entered a smaller one. A few steps down in it i opened a door and stepped inside my room.

 

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OOC: Meghan, 23, college student doing research on archaic documents. Has been traveling for the summer working on her graduate thesis. Long reddish brown hair up in a bun, and glasses seem to hide and restrict an inner beauty... just at the edge of vision. Wears a proper black suit jacket, knee-legth skirt, and black shoes with low heels.

I can't believe this is happening, NOW of all times.... traveling over the coast, into remote areas, gathering research... all had run fairly smoothly... up until this moment. I tossed the umbrella aside as the wind was high and fierce and it had been no help.

I turn my head around searching the landscape and finally, with a deep sigh, I see a light in the distance and with no options, I pulled my shoulders back, holding my satchel close and carefully made my way in that direction, looking for a path, a road, a sign... that wuld lead me to shelter.

 

[Henry]

Sam

Sitting down at my desk i opened my journal that i had been keeping for quite some time now. Writing down the days events including all feelings that had transpired during these i paused briefly and glanced out the window.

The stormy weather was something i had become quite accustomed too and would be surprised if it wasn't raining quite heavily most nights. Not having had anyone visit i wondered what or how i would react to them. Putting those thoughts aside i closed my journal and stripped down ready for bed.

 

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Meghan

I end up crossing a field that seems unending.... the wet has permeated my jacket and my shoes are useless out here, but I don't dare take them off. Who knows where I will step...

I finally remmeber the penlight on my keyring and fishing it out, I gaze upon it's tiny ray of light, a foot or so in front of me... and after a few minutes I cross an unused road... and it's direction seems to line up with the light, which still quite a ways away..... is the only one around...

I turn and walk up the roadway, watching my step with my little light and bearing the brunt of the storm raging all about...

 

[Henry]

Sam

Laying my head down on the pillow i was soon asleep to the sounds of the rain hitting the window. About midnight i woke and headed to the bathroom briefly, returning to bed i laid looking across at the window.

On nights like this i wondered whether being here all alone was everything i had hoped it would be. This castle was a huge place that i could only imagine children would love to explore.

 

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Meghan

After a while I see the light in the distance becoming clearer and I think, it is but a large shadow, distinguished only by the different pattern of rain falling... a home, a house, no.... I walk faster, trudging along... and I suddenly stop as it comes into view... a castle.

I did not remeber notes about a castle out this way, but everything seems turned around now, in the storm. Hoping the light means it is inhabited and warm and... oh, dare I hope... friendly...

I make my way over to a set of grand stone steps off to the side of the roadway, still holding my drenched satchel to my side, the strap around my back and over my chest. I gaze before me in awe.

 

[Henry]

Sam

Waking to the sound of the telephone ringing i answer it to hear one of my servants downstairs reporting a lady looking lost and very wet. Barking the orders over the phone to let her in, show her to the lounge room whilst i make my way down.

Dressing i head downstairs and bark some orders to the kitchen staff as i pass through. As i get closer to the lounge room i feel myself getting nervous but at the same time excited that there is company. Maybe this could mean trouble for me as well, no one has really ventured out to these parts for ages.

 

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I get to the door and before I can find a knocker the door opens and I am drawn into warmth and out of the rain. At first I am just so relieved not to be pelted and then, slowly I look around myself, taking in my surroundings.

It is really a blur as I hear talking and then I am ushered into another room and left. Quietly I shiver and look around, standing as not to get anyting wet... wondering who owns this place... as I heard a mention of "Sir coming along....." by the servant. Knowing I am intruding, but dependent on the owner for assistance.

 

[Henry]

Sam

Barking more orders to the servants they are soon scurrying off in different directions. Entering the lounge room i stop briefly to let my eyes purvey the lady that the servants found outside. Her clothes didn't seem like she was meant to be here i thought to myself as i added more wood to the fire, stoking it and walking across to a cabinet which i opened as my eyes found and met the ladies.

"If you would like to there is plenty of room here, a hot meal , fresh clothes and anything else you need can be given." i said with a smile.

 

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Meghan

I cautiously watched a tall, striking man cross the room and open a cupboard. Then his eyes met mine, strikingly blue and warm... there was something else there... but it was gone quickly and made me think I imagined it. Then he spoke and his voice was like rich honey and offering me sanctuary. I shivered, as I gazed around the elegantly, richly furnished room and back to the man who dominated it with his presence.

I... I... my car broke down... and in the rain... I came this way.. and you are very kind... I just need a place to get dry and... well, yes a meal would be nice, if it is not... too much trouble... and... and help... need to get help for my car...

I blush and look away, unnerved by my chattering teeth, unusual stuttering and rambling.

 

[Henry]

Sam

Opening a bottle of brandy i poured a small amount into a glass and crossed the distance between us. Smiling i leave the glass near the lady as i look towards the entrance to the lounge room. Standing near the fireplace i glance at the lady occasionally as i wait for the servants to arrive.

"If you can tell me where your car is, i will get it attended to whilst you settle in here."

 

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I take the brandy and sip it cautiously, but after a moment or two I am feeling better, or more settled.

Thank you sir... I don't know what's wrong with it... but, it is over... oh, I don't know exactly now, it was hard to know in the storm I traveled in the dark for a while and came across the road that runs out front... about a half an hour... maybe ten minutes before coming to the road...

I trail off and sip some more brandy, shivering less in the warmth of the room

 

[Henry]

Sam

Listening to the ladies words i felt that her being here was something she had hoped to prevent. Smiling at her i crossed to the window briefly before stepping back to face her.

"I will get right on the problem of your car myself and with any luck have it back running in a few days"

Glancing towards the door i noticed one of the kitchen staff entering and leaving the foodtray on a table near the fire.

"Please do sit down and enjoy both the meal and fire, if you need another drink holler for one. My staff are here to serve anyone who visits."

Striding towards the door i enter the corridor on my way to the garage.

 

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Meghan

I watch the door close and drinkmy brandy.... wondering... days? What will I do? Stay here? I shake my head and realize I am starving, so I go over to the table by the fire and, surprised by the delicious meal, I digin and absorb the warmth of the fire... thinking...

 

[Henry]

Sam

Entering the garage i pushed a couple of buttons as i climbed into the cabin of the large tractor. Driving slowly out of the garage i steered the tractor towards the main road. Having the lights on full beam certainly helped in the misty weather that was around.

Stopping occasionally and looking off to the side of the road i continued on and soon came across the ladies car. Climbing down from the cab i looked the car over briefly before hooking up the tow rope from the tractor to it.

As i drove slowly back i wondered why i was doing this for, i could have so easily just left the lady to fend for herself in the harshness. Snapping those thoughts out of my head i concentrated on the road as i drove back towards the castle and garage area.

 

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I can't believe how delicious the fare is and I smile tot he servant before she leaves. I dig in, surprised how ravenous I am. Grateful however, and wonder if I let him know how much I appreciate this... more so as I devour a sumptuous meal.

Soon, my sotmach full, weariness decending, I feel my eyes growing heavy and my shivers return. Not a moment too soona nother servant comes and says she will take me to dry off and rest. Master should be back soon with my car.

My mind whirls, He went out in this? For my car? I feel suddenly humbled and quietly follow the servant to a room with a robe and she shows me a bathroom where I can clean up. I gaze around at the furnishings, and reach out to touch the soft robe and before I can turnt ot hank the servant... I hear the door close behind me.

 

[Henry]

Sam

Steering the tractor into the garage area i step down from the cab and start to unhook the ladies car. Putting up on some jacks i pulled on a pair of overalls and prepared to inspect the car.

Checking the car all over i stepped out from underneath the hoisted up car and smiled a little. Damage to it wasn't going to be expensive or time consuming to me. Sitting down on a bench i looked at the car again briefly before opening my toolbox ready to set to work on repariing the car.

 

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After a warm bath in the sumptuous bathroom and oversized tub, I dry off and seeing my suitcases beside the bed, I dress. I am still a bit weary, but too restless to sleep.

Dressed in snug faded jeans and a blue sweater with undershirt, I brush out my hair and apply a touch of powder and lip-gloss. Then I open the door, gazing down the hall... wondering if I will find my way... or be lost in the maze.

Bravely I step out and head in the direction of light and hopefully... a stairway... Then, I will worry about my car and... thanking my benefactor. Suddenly his handsome face appears in my mind.... as I wonder how to... thank him.

 

[Henry]

Sam

As i set to work on repairing the car for the lady thoughts turn in my head as to why i am doing this again. Snapping myself out of it to concentrate more on the work at hand i smile occasionally.

Lowering the car i open the door and sit down behind the wheel. Trying to start the car a few times i soon realise that the whole of the engine will need a major overhaul which means more time and hours to do it right.

Cursing under my breath i step back from the car and stride towards the small doorway. Entering another short corridor and turning left into a larger corridor i continue to stride down it as i make my way towards the other side of the castle where more engine parts are stored.

 

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Meghan

I walk slowly along the hallways, turning, and heading down some stairs.... until Ihear the sounds of movement, and assume I am getting closer to other people... before the halls sounded so empty....

...now I hear footsteps and recklessly I turn the corner and head straight into another rock wall... stupid, silly....

then I gasp! No, no, not rock. Solid chest in front of me, overalls, grease... I can smell it and warm male weat.... slowly I glance up, startled and look into my benefactors surprised face....

"Oooops!! Sorry!"

 

[Henry]

Sam

Striding down the hallway concentrating solely on getting the parts needed for the car i didn't see the lady there until we collided. Hearing her apology our eyes met as thoughts turned into words to be spoken

"I am terribly sorry, my mind was elsewhere. Was just heading to get some other engine parts to fix your car"

 

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I blinked and tried... really tried... to stop staring. Finally,

"Is thdre anything I can do to... help? You are helping me so much... everything is wonderful."

I waited silently, wondering if he would laugh at me or push me away or... let me help or watch. I wanted company, I realized; it had been a onely drive and a trying evening.

 

[Henry]

Sam

Listening to her words and glancing at her i smiled a little as i gathered my thoughts.

"Thanks for the offer but i have your car problem sorted out by myself . It should be back up and running in a couple of days time if not sooner".

Heading off down the corridor i turned the corner and proceeded on towards the storage area.