The Lion Plays Tonight (Open)

[Night Tenjo]

. Night looked at Shay with a sarcastic grin as he entered the car. "Your friend threatened me without knowing what was going on. Hell for all he knew you could've been mugged and I came by to help.". She sighed as he sat down trying not to touch anything. She couldn't help but laugh a bit. "Don't worry about it, touch away if you want. Its insured and anything done to it I can fix.". Night laughed watching Shay hoping he'd relax at hearing the ok about touching. "Actually when I got it, this was a piece of shit... I fixed up and got the purple paint job done, the black leather apolster, and then the nylon seat covers but the engine and everything I had to fix. Its impossible to find a quality chop shop here that deals with such cars.". She said waiting for the usual shock that came after she explained her ability to fix italian cars. "Granted I do work at the zoo as a nighttime keeper, the club and I do temp work... some jobs are better not known...". She started the car and began driving through the streets.

"House of Night or are you staying somewhere else before going there? A hotel, friends house?". She asked just driving around waiting for an answer while enjoying the company Shay had to offer her though she offered the ride.

[Seamus McAllister]

Seamus smiled at Night and said, "I'm staying at Zain's house. He's the one who found me and Marked me." Shay gave her the directions for the house then sat back and relaxed in his seat. "And as for Derren," he said. "He was just trying to protect me. I mean what would it look like to you seeing some woman you don't know near your friend who's bleeding out onto the floor."

He laughed. "The fact you can fix up cars like this though." He laid his hand on the dashboard in front of him to show his point. "It shows that you're not like a lot of other Vampyre women I've met. Most of them wouldn't even think of trying to fix an Italian car like this, let alone actually do it." He smiled and gestured towards Night's hair and eyes. "Guess that's not the only thing that sets you apart, right?"

The car pulled up to the house that Seamus had called home for the past few years and he hesitated before stepping out onto the curb. He turned to Night and asked, "Would you like to come inside for a minute or two? No one else is going to be in so I have the house all to myself." He placed his hand over hers and said, "What do you say?"

[Night Tenjo]

Night watched as he hesitated to get out of the vehicle. "Glad you think so. Not many others do." She said blushing slightly. "But if i saw my friend bleeding I'd assess the situation before pointing people out and naming names.She said being honest yet spiteful towards how she was treated, though it was her fault for the wound. "I'm surprised you haven't had enough of me for the night." Night said looking at Shay through the window. "If you think we won't get in trouble. Sure, i could come in." She said turning off the car and getting out, locking it behind her as she circled to the front of the Ferrari. She walked up to Shay standing by his side waiting to follow. He's very different compared to a lot of guys. Even compared to werecats. The streak haired girl thought as she walked with him. What am i going to do? He's too foreign to me... but so familiar and wonderful... She thought cautiously going with Shay as he walked her to the house and began showing her around.

[Seamus McAllister]

Seamus smiled at Night. "We won't get in trouble. Everyone's been at the school for the past two months so I'm pretty sure there's not going to be anyone in." He held her hand instinctively as the two of them walked towards the house then through the door. As the pair walked through the threshold, Shay pulled the jet-black beanie off of his head and stuffed it back into the pocket he had kept it in on his hoodie.

He then let go of Night's hand reluctantly and walked to the kitchen whilst calling to her, "You want something to eat? I'm sure I could try to whip something up that won't void your bowels." He smiled back at her cheekily and pulled a can of Iron Brew from out of the fridge. Although grateful for the thoroughly Scottish drink, Shay was still in the dark as to where Zain had been able to acquire it, although that was probably for the best as there would probably be nothing but the drink in the fridge if Shay found out.

Just in case, he pulled another can out and went back to Night whilst saying, "I'll get on the food soon, lass. You just relax and get comfortable and it'll be done in no time. Anything in particular you want?"

[Night Tenjo]

Night said at the counter as Shay offered her a drink. "I think I'm good. Drink enough Shay-danay at the club." that was a terrible joke I really hope he didn't hear it just now.. Night thought saying the terrible play on words as she compared Shays blood to Chardonay wine. She looked away from the werecat fledgling embarressed that she had said something that bad. It was bad for so many reasons. Terrible pun and play on words for starters and even worst she brought up drinking from him. She wanted to again. Oh, goddess she wanted to feed from him. stop thinking like that! He isn't some blood bag to bite on demand you stupid! Ugh! night felt like the two halves of hr brain were trying to rip each other apart as she folded her arms ont the cool marble counter and set her head on them.

"What am I to do?". She muttered aloud without realising she had. She raised her head and noticed Shay looking back at her with a laugh stuck in his throat. what? He didn't actually find that funny did he? Or is there something on my face?. She said there dumbfounded waiting for an answer to her unasked question.

[Seamus McAllister]

Seamus stifled a sarcastic laugh at Night's pun but then saw how embarrassed the Vampyre was about the entire situation. He sat down next to her as she said, "What am I to do?" And put his arm gently around her shoulders. Shay pulled Night closer slightly and said to her, "I have this funny feeling about what you're thinking right now and I think I have a solution for it." Shay smiled at her and squeezed her arm before continuing. "Do you remember when I asked you if you wanted to go out with me? Well I think that if we actually are in a relationship at some point, you can feed on me from time to time. Seeing as how enjoyable it was for both of us in less than ideal circumstances I can't imagine how it will be when I'm not already bleeding."

Before Shay could continue speaking, a yawn crept up on him and escaped, after which he said, "Sorry, lass, but I am bloody exhausted after our rather crazy time together so I need to get some sleep if I don't want to be dead on my feet tommorow. You want to stay over the rest of the night or are you going to head home?"

[Night Tenjo]

Night looked up at the blue eyes. They were like sapphires so beautiful and hypnotic. "I could stay... if it won't get us in trouble...". She said standing into the arm on her shoulder. "Unless you've had enough of my crazy... and want me to leave?". Night teased wrapping her arms around his neck. "But you know the more energy burned the better you sleep.". She said walking away a bit. Looking around slowly, exploring around the area while trying to stay close to Shay so she didn't go beyond his courtesy and to prevent nosing around too much. "Is you mentor a swords master? These are quite rare and impressive.". She said looking at the swords on display.

You're with him alone and discussing swords? Seduce him Night. Night heard a cruel dark voice in the back of her head. She shook her head trying to ignore the darkness, ignore Yami. I'm not ready to scare him off... and as much as I want to I can't just jump him.. She thought hoping there was enough space that he couldn't hear her or Yami. "Shay where's your room?". She asked wanting to see it and try to figure him out by seeing what type of things he had. Analyse what he was into, likes, dislikes... anything she could to figure this man out, this man who broke her defenses.

[Seamus McAllister]

Seamus smiled and wrapped his arms around Night's waist as she stood. "Of course I want you to stay," he said. "And I don't think you're crazy. You seem to be very demeaning of yourself at the best of times. I think you need to improve your outlook on life." He looked around as Night mentioned Zain. "Yep, he's a sword master. He's also the one who's going to be teaching the combat classes at the House tommorow."

When she asked about his room, the werecat Fledgling hesitated, thinking Why does Night want to see my room? I've only known her for a few hours so I don't even know what she's doing. Instead of voicing his concerns out-loud, Seamus took a hold of the Red Vampyre's hand and said, "Follow me." He led her through a corridor then up a flight of stairs to the upstairs floor of the two-storey house and went through the first door he could see.

Shay walked into his room with Night in tow and said to her, "This is my room." He kicked a spare t-shirt out of the way. "Sorry for the mess, I've been sleeping on the couch for the past few days so I haven't really bothered to clean it." He smiled awkwardly, hoping that Night wouldn't judge him based only off the state of his room.

[Night Tenjo]

She felt the warmth in her hand spread as Shay grabbed her hand. She easily followed him with a silly grin on her face. Night didn't know why but she felt butterflies in her stomach. Like some school girl sneaking into dorms with her boyfriend on a school night. She couldn't help but laugh a bit at her thoughts. Other than the fact I'm not a school girl and I don't think he's technically my boyfriend yet... the thought of this scenario is actually pretty true. She thought wondering if he was hearing it. "It is pretty messy. But..." She said picking up a pair of under garments. "Insightful... nice undies." She said grinning as she swung the pair back and forth waiting for the immediate grab for them.

"Well, I could help you find your bed if you want... I mean if we wanna talk or..." She said stopping herself as she worried about what she would've said after the or. Or what? I already decided I wouldn't bite him. Wouldn't jump him. Why did I stay? We only met a few hours ago. Why did I ask to see his room so soon. She wondered slightly panicking inside. What is he thinking about me wanting to be here...? He showed me, brought me up here so quickly. Does he want to? Night couldn't hide the blush the shined so evidently on her face as her thoughts ran non stop through her head. "Oh goddess..." She said feeling light headed in an instant.

[Seamus McAllister]

Seamus could feel something at the back of his mind, whispers that sounded like words but were too quiet to make out. Deciding to ignore them for now, Shay grabbed the piece of clothing that Night was spinning on her finger and said, "I'm glad you can learn something about me from the state of my room. Although I don't think you can get that much from it."

Again he heard the whispers as Night was speaking to him, offering to help him clear up the room somewhat, but clearer than before although still not clear enough to hear individual words and phrases. Shay replied, "Yeah, we can talk for a while if you want. Don't want to be getting too serious now, do we?" As Shay saw Night becoming light headed, the whispers became a coherent, loud voice that he recognised immediately as belonging to the woman in front of him.

Seamus moved towards Night and grabbed her arm before she lost her footing and gently said to her, "Come on, let's get you sitting down." He threw some of the clothes off of his bed to make room for the Red Vampyre to sit down. After setting her down and sitting next to her, he asked, "Do you know why I'm able to hear your thoughts?Has it got anything to do with the fact you bit me or...?"

[Night Tenjo]

Night sat on the bed, close to Shay as he held her steady. She nodded her head worried he heard every thought. "You can hear them which means when I bit you... we may have formed a bit of an imprint." Night answered shakily. This is bad. No wonder I can't keep my mind out of his pants. Worst keep my mind out of his. She thought trying not to think while thinking. "In some cases of an imprint the two can hear thoughts, get a feel for them from a distance." Night said calming down as her head stopped feeling so light. She sighed. "No point in just thinking this... " She started. since you'll probably just hear it anyway. "I'm clearly not the type to let people near me. I don't shag as you put it. I don't open to people, regardless of species." She said calmly and seriously looking at her lap. "I'm a," She gave a pathetic laugh. "I'm a prude plain and simple. And you're right I don't usually have anything nice to say." She admitted looking up at the blue eyes of the gentle werecat that's put up with her madness all night long.

"Maybe I should go. You're mentor would be the better person to explain imprints. And it may actually be best if it breaks before it gets strong enough to hurt." She said about to stand up and leave. She turned to say good bye but as luck would have it, and the mess may have something to do with in, "Ah!" She screamed as she fell for the second time right on top of Shay, straddling him, looking into his deep eyes, inhaling his musky scent, except this time they were completely alone and on his bed. Or so they thought and... hoped?

[Seamus McAllister]

Seamus listened patiently to what Night told him about the imprinting, but before he could figure out and say a good reply, she got up to leave and ended up falling on Shay in an almost exact mimicry of what had happened in the club earlier. Concerned with what she had said before trying to leave, Shay said to Night, "And why would we want to break the imprint? I mean you say that you don't let people near you but if I remember correctly you probably saved my life before because of that bite."

He wrapped his arms around her waist and continued. "I don't know what made you like you are, but I have this strange feeling that if you let this imprint take hold, that'll all disappear. Night, I couldn't care less if you can't say anything good about yourself because I can and I'm betting that almost everyone you've ever met can as well. I know you don't like people near you but I promise you, I would never do anything to intentionally hurt you." Shay sighed then, thinking that he sounded as if he was babbling on in a desperate attempt to stop her from leaving. He kissed her on the cheek then said, "I don't know what else to say, lass, but all I know is that if you walk away now then both of us will be probably be worse off for it." Unable to think of anything else to say, Shay gave up on talking and kissed Night.

[Night Tenjo]

Most guys would've given up on her, fought her, something, but never had anyone tried so earnestly to keep her close. Was it the imprint...?. She didn't care as soon as his lips were on hers. She couldn't speak, not word of debate for what he said. I don't wanna hurt him either... never.... She thought as her own words faded as she wanted him more. Wanted to believe in his words more. But what was there to offer him but hurt?

Night had forgotten love... sealed away and forgot the concept of it. Fourteen years without a heart, with a gaping hole in her chest replaced with bitter defenses and hate. Cynicism and sarcasm replaced the innocence and happiness she once knew. With a cut, a kiss and a bite Seamus McAllister, this werecat fledgling, this boy. This foreign feeling he stirred inside her. It was strange, addicting, confusing and wonderful. It made her want to cry both in a sad and happy way. Sad because she understood she hadn't been the best of a friendly person like she could've been. But happy that she could hopefully try to now.


"Shay..." She whispered starting to move to the side hoping he'd top her before she could think to leave. "I can stay with you tonight right?" She asked hoping to immerse in this warmth a little longer. And it seemed he was about to answer when the sound of rushed and concerned footsteps came to the door.

[Allison Taylor]

After having gotten her phone back from her beloved Alex she ran off to a more secluded area. Worried that Night hadn't called her and was no where in sight Allison picked up her phone and pressed Night's speed dial. With strong hopes of getting a hold of the streaked haired girl. "Oh come one, come on, come on..." The stubborn blond repeated as she waited for the phone to start ringing. "Answer the phone, come on, come on, come on... Night..." She complained still waiting for an answer as it rang repeatedly without fail.

"Alli... what are you doing?" Alex asked tapping his foot on the ground. "I thought that you were going to leave her alone? She's a very strong girl and can easily take on whoever she's with." He tried to tackle his girlfriend and get the phone back from her.

Alli being the overly stubborn blond dodged and ran through the club with her phone to her ear as she still waited for their strange friend to answer her cell phone so she could check up on Night and make sure everything was good.

[Seamus McAllister]

Seamus smiled then said in a relieved manner, "Of course you can stay, Night. No one else is meant be here tonight so we should be-" Before he could finish, he heard a series of rushed footsteps outside. Did I remember to lock the door when we came in? Oh hell, what if someone's broken in? Both these thoughts and more ran through his head as he tried to work out who the person outside might be. Shay turned to Night and asked quietly, "Did you hear that?"

Cautiously, the werecat got up off the bed then started edging towards the door to his room when suddenly he started hearing whispering at the back of his mind which definitely wasn't his Imprint, which he could still clearly hear over everything else. He hit the side of his head to try and get rid of them only for them to stay and one of the whispers become louder and say I seriously suggest you don't do that.

Taken aback, Shay thought to himself, What the hell? Instead of saying anything else, the whisper seemingly flashed an image past his mind's eye for an instant before falling silent again.

Well that certainly caused more questions than it answered. He made it to the door and started to open it slowly only for him to be tackled out of no where by whoever was on the other side. This is going well.