[Open & Closed in Tags]

[lahaine]

Who: Jeanne d’Arc Alter (lahaine) & You?
What: Event catch-all
When: Shortly after the explosion & announcement
Where: Various; home and streets
Warning(s): Violence and gore+, other than that, typical edgelord brooding...



I.
[ The scent in the air could only be described as nauseating to most. Flames licking away at flesh, consuming the remains of what were once human until they were nothing more than piles of ash, carried away by the wind. Violent flares of colors, red, orange, yellow, violet rose and fell as they washed over their prey. The crackling roar of the inferno mixing with the terrified screams of the now damned created a symphony so terrifying and depressing, it would drive most mad.

Yet there, standing almost gleefully amongst the carnage was a woman shrouded in black. There was an odd way that the flames refrained from encroaching on her person, keeping a careful distance as she made her way through the charred ruins. Almost admiring the work.

Her luck had never been her highest attribute, and with that said all she could do now, was examine what was left to examine. Exasperated, she would lazily kick around some of the smoldering debris with her foot, rattle some litter with her sword or cease the burning of some flames with her own control over fire. There seemed to be nothing of note here and it was questionable if those she had just sentenced to death were really all that deserving. As in, were they really once associates of this mysterious “Shady Man?”

A soft noise, a shuffle, alerts her to the presence of another. Gold eyes flashed dangerously. ] You should be worried, I am not sure how much patience I have.

II.
[ This was sort of impromptu so feel free to plot with me on plurk heles or something! ]

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[lahaine]

[ There was a small exhale as she she closed her eyes, and reopened them with some sort of renewed vigor. The voice of Rin sounded oddly forward, commanding even - it reminded Jeanne Alter of why she had even an iota of respect for the magus.

A flash crimson around them, fluttering Avenger's cloak as it settled, and Jeanne locked eyes with Rin.

Then answer me, Jeanne D’arc!
Do so and I will entrust my destiny to your sword!

There was no going back now, her will to live vastly outweighed any sort of foolish pride she might have had. Squaring her shoulders, she met Rin's inquiry with an answer devoid of mockery or sarcasm. ] I accept.

[ Silent fell between the two as her eyes moved from Rin's face to the pesky command seals that had appeared on Rin's hand, there was a brief lurch in her stomach when she thought about them, but they couldn't be any worse than what that garbage priest could have used his for... ]

[jewelling]

[ Jeanne’s words sealed the contract, forcing their fate to become intertwined with one another. A contract between master and servant had been formed, and there was nothing else to do but soak up the silence that took over. Jeanne’s eyes shift from the magus’s face to her hand where three visible command seals were implemented. There’s a tightness in her chest; she knew the exact thoughts the servant were currently conflicted with.

As Rin stated, the command seals were a simple tool used to control a heroic spirit’s will and bend them to their liking to obtain a grail that granted miracles. If those seals were present, the servant had no choice but to obey and primarily act as a tool until a master considered them disposable. It’s a cruel fate, and after partaking in a Holy Grail War with a partner who she deemed to be sensational, Rin couldn’t see herself holding on them as some reminder, so they were invaluable to her.

So, what would one do once they considered something to be disposable? Get rid of it. ]

That went smoothly than what I imagined. I appreciate you accommodating to my wishes–who knew you had it in you. [ Before the servant could even hum a sour tune, once again Rin focuses her attention to her seals, her eyes narrow slightly and her fist curls up into a tight fist. ]

Beginning… [ Her voice is faint, mumbling in a foreign language that Jeanne may or may not recognize. She brings her hand up to her chest. ] Contract… a new nail, a new law. As long as you serve as my servant, I hereby command that you have absolute freedom. Our contract will purely be bind by the mana we share.

[ Whether she states it once or three times, another burst of crimson lights fills the room. Jeanne will realize that she has no sudden urge to drive her unholy sword in her chest nor have any other thoughts catering to such a wish. Rin’s spell markings, however, start to diminish until they were barely visible. ]

There... [ Don’t… expect Rin to add any commentary or even an explanation of what had just occurred because she’s too busy awkwardly rubbing the back of her hand and controlling burning cheeks from revealing too much. She’ll remain there for several moments before stomping her feet about and throwing herself in the direction of her room... to gather up her possessions. ]

[lahaine]

[ It was done. The feeling of emptiness that wasn't exclusive to Avengers, but to Masterless Servants, was now filled by the contracted magus. Rin Tohsaka. It was an odd feeling, as if she had known her for a much longer time. Memories, thoughts, even emotions to an extent, could be keenly experienced between the two of them. It was almost intimate in a way that made Jeanne Alter all the more uncomfortable. This feeling was amplified by the feeling that Rin seemed to feel similarly. Both seemed to avoid eachother's gaze.

Contract… a new nail, a new law. As long as you serve as my servant, I hereby command that you-- ]

Geh! Are you serious--?! [ Not five seconds and this girl was going to use a command seal!? However, the demand was not at all what Jeanne was anticipating.

The scarlet light blinded the two, engulfing them in color before subsiding, and leaving only a ghost of the command seals etched on the magus' hand. It took a bit for the shock to register on Jeanne's face. When it finally did, her lips parted, and her furrowed brow seemed to instantly match her confused tone. ]

Are you insane!? What did you just do?! What the hell would make you think that was a good idea?! [ It was so nice, Jeanne literally could not express her mixed feelings. So she decided to insult and question it instead. Huffing and crossing her arms over her bust she would try and brush off this grand gesture. Making a silent affirmation that she would still aid Rin as a proper Servant should. ]

D-Don't think I am going to thank you or anything! This was your choice. Hey, where are you going!? [ Rin had already left Jeanne to yell after her. ]