Welcome to The Duality of Man, an original animanga role-play that features numerous supernatural creatures. Unfortunately, these various species have distanced themselves because of the war that occurred thousands of years ago, plaguing some with eyes that only see their dualism. While others meddle themself with their differences, two groups fight, each attempting to eliminate the other in for their definition of worldly peace. These two groups of the Terror Response Syndicate (TRS) and the Assembly of Phantoms (AP). With individuals fighting merely over their differences, it brings uncertainty to the outcome of this war.
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Heat has broken through into a glorious summer. The snow has entirely dried through the spring, leaving to the brilliance of the warmer months. Terror activity has risen as people are brought out of their homes, leaving the TRS in a position of consistent work. Each are attempting to maintain victory in the endless struggle for power.
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Holden watched as the guy had pleaded for mercy before Noah cut off his head. The man was dead, not that killing was a pleasure or anything like that but he was relieved to know at least that guy wouldn't be sleeping with him should he become exhausted and unable to keep his shield up. He continued struggling against the rope, determined to try harder to free himself from the ropes that bind him to the bed. It is a difficult task but his struggle continues on, unwilling to give up just because he wouldn't break free from it. His first few attempts consisted of him trying to loosen the rope to slip his wrists free from it, later attempting to just yank the rope from the bedframe instead, knowing if he wasn't careful, it would possibly hit him in the head in the process, because to become free completely, he'd be required to make the shield disappear. Come on.... If I free myself.... I'll be able to untie my ankles from each bedframe post.... He thought to himself, finding this force pose, rather embarrassing, including in front of Noah, whom he held feelings for, not that his King needed to know this fact.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] Mercy through a quick death was among the few things Noah would warrant the cruelly libidinous man. Anything less would be a downplay to the crime he planned on committing. Blood poured from the villain’s neck as his head toppled to the ground with a sickening thump. For a few moments, Noah watched the motionless before releasing an annoyed grunt directed at the deceased individual. What a pathetic soul for attempting to force himself on Holden! The lustful king possessed more class with the manner he flirted with his guard!
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He allowed Holden to refuse his advances. At the end of the day, the familiar owned his body and reserved the right to deny the interaction. The king’s gaze shifted from the decapitated corpse in search of Holden. When his eyes locked on the familiar, he discovered him struggling against the ropes that bound him. Escaping the tight knots was clearly difficult for the panther familiar, although, it would be for most. The wraith watched him for a few moments before approaching the table.
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“Want help?” Noah offered the struggling man.
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There were subtle hints of amusement available in his voice as he watched Holden squirm. He failed to comprehend how the long-haired managed to get kidnapped frequently, but Noah understood why. Holden was gorgeous and radiated the very picture of elegance wrapped in a handsome lean body. It was the reason Noah craved the attractive familiar.
Holden had attempted to free himself when he noticed Noah looking right at him. For some reason he couldn't help but feel embarrassed to be caught in this situation. One the one hand, thoughts still swirled in his mind about being kidnapped by women, oh how he wasn't going to sleep easy tonight, on the other, he enjoyed the idea of Noah staring at him even though he felt embarrassed by being tied up. Is he into this kind of thing? I mean seeing as he enjoys his flings and all... He thought to himself, flustered at the idea of doing such a thing to please Noah. He had no objections except not sharing Noah with anybody else, so he planned to try his hardest to win Noah over through affection over being caught up in a fling that he didn't desire despite wanting to share interaction with his King. He knew it was selfish but it was something he had wanted for a while but didn't dare point out his feelings towards Noah. Noah had moved closer to the bed, despite asking his question he couldn't help but breath slightly faster, if it wasn't for the fact Noah was looking at him it was based on the fact it seemed to him that Noah had a hint of amusement in his voice. "Yes please." He answered in return, allowing his shield to disappear so that Noah could help untie him.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] Observing Holden's squirming amused Noah to no bounds. The young familiar discovered himself trapped, wrists and ankles binding him to the table. The wraith watched him as he awaited an answer, happily entertaining himself with Holden's little predicament. Cake toppings to watching the scenario arrived in the form of his familiar's cheeks turning a gorgeous shade of flustered red, displaying his feelings in the circumstance. A soft chuckle rumbled from the depths of the navy-haired man's throat the longer he observed him.
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The shield remained up, almost making the scene appear as though Holden was within a glass case. Amusement coated Noah's countenance as he inquired about Holden requiring assistance in freeing himself. Moments later, the shield fell around the familiar, allowing the wraith access to the rope. The wraith walked around the table, adjusting his sword to cautiously cut the ropes without harming Holden. He began with the wrists before circling the table to wreak havoc on the ankle bindings. When finished, he sheathed his sword and went to the side of the bed.
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There was a part of him that craved something, an innocent action he hoped Holden would hold no qualms against. His arms reached out, attempting to scoop Holden up in a bridal style position; arm around his shoulders and another under his knees.
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"Let's get you home," the wraith murmured.
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Should he successfully pick up Holden, he would bring him close before going to find a shadow to teleport them back to the castle. Despite the lack of visible injuries, Noah wanted to take the familiar to the healer for a double check.
Holden watched as Noah walked around the bedframe before using his sword to carefully cut the rope. He moved into a sitting position while Noah had moved to the other side of the bedframe to cut the ropes that tied to his ankles. When finished, Noah sheathed his sword before suddenly reaching out to pick him up. He allowed it, craved the idea of being held by Noah. Slowly he adjusted his arms to wrap loosely around Noah's neck as he snuggled against him. "Alright." He whispered in return, unaware of Noah's plans to get him checked out by a healer once they returned to the castle. From what he could tell, he wasn't injured at the idea of being checked was somewhat nerve wreaking.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] Hoisting Holden into his arms in a bridal-style position brought a special class of happiness to Noah. For a moment, his heart danced inside his ribcage as he admired the gorgeous face of the long-haired familiar. It gradually brought a smile to the wraith’s face as he watched the adorable man. The allowance for the wondrous position warranted the opportunity to experience Holden’s warmth and closeness, even if not intimately. He admired it, discovering a specific enjoyment in having the chance to hold the head guard.
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Arms loosely wrapped around Noah’s neck, bringing the adorable familiar closer. The navy-haired wraith grinned at the attractive, fresh adult; if only things could have gone further. Without another word, Noah turned towards the nearest shadow and phased through. The power of his shadow manipulation brought them into the interior of the castle, near the healer's quarters. Quietly, he cared the panther shifter, holding him tightly as he neared the threshold to Holden's abrupt "medical appointment".
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As he neared the doorway he announced to the healers, "I found him, but I want him glanced over for any wounds."
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Should Holden not cause him troubles, he would move closer to the examination table. Carefully, he would lay his beloved Holden onto the table for the inspection.
Holden couldn't help but snuggle Noah, for once to hide his face because he was so flustered and two just because he wanted too. Noah carried him to a shadow and teleported them back to the castle, then walked towards the healer's room. He should have expected this to be possible but now that it was confirmed, he plotted his escape options. He listened as Noah mentioned finding him and what he wanted the healer to do, before moving towards the table to set him down. As soon as Noah had released him, he slid off of the table. "I'm fine, my King." He answered, hopeful that Noah would let him pass. Though should Noah plan on stopping him, he was determined to not show himself to either of them even though it was an innocent inspection.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] Adorable, gorgeous, perfection, those were the only words capable of describing his familiar. After scooping up Holden, the long-haired man felt the man's face snuggle against his chest. The shyness of the young man was displayed through him hiding his bashful countenance in his chest. A soft smile tugged at the corners of Noah's face as he watched the sweethearted young man. Everything about the dark-haired man was something to behold in the wraith's opinion. Those slender features and gorgeous cheekbones brought joy to his heart.
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As he carried Holden inside the healers' room, the people charged with human upkeep glanced over. Promptly, one approached, prepared to accomplish a quick inspection of Holden. Yet, as he turned away, the familiar began sliding off the table, pleading to avoid being inspected. A soft sigh escaped the king's lips as he glanced over his shoulder. His silver eyes observed the magnificent man, the one he wished to flirt into his bed. A gentle exhale breezed through his lips as Noah turned to return to the bedside.
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"What's wrong, Holden?" He asked gently. "I want to make sure you will be okay..."
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A small explanation was given on why he desired Holden to undergo an inspection. Preserving Holden's safety was crucial, therefore, the wraith hoped to persuade him into remaining in the healers' den.
Holden couldn't help but breath faster when Noah has asked him what was wrong. Oh how he didn't want to admit the reason for why he didn't want to get checked besides the reason of being fine. He respected Noah's caring nature but just couldn't bring himself to go along with this examine that he had been unaware would happen, despite Noah's caring nature for his health and safety. "Nothing. I just don't have any injuries that require an exception, my King." He answered, hopeful that he'd be allowed to go inside of being viewed.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
[attr="class","aodmain"] The health and safety of his familiar alongside his other guards was crucial to the Dark King. They protected him from harm, therefore, he returned the favour through supplying healing and rescued them when required. The young man known as Holden Perez accomplished a majority of those protective protocols. Hence why when the time arrived, Noah rushed to Holden's aid and removed the problematic kidnapper. In the company of the medics, Noah planned on having Holden glanced over to assure not a scratch touched his body.
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Yet, the familiar appeared hesitant about the examination. The reasons for those foolish thoughts caused Noah to raise a brow as he watched the dark-haired familiar. The complaints confused him, especially given the risk factors of the familiar refusing treatment. After his inquiry, Holden insisted against possessing no injuries that required medical attention. Unfortunately, Noah desired medical reassurance about the long-haired familiar's condition. Based on their enemies attitude, the wraith was hesitant to allow Holden to slip by and return to his chambers.
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"I want to make sure... I don't trust that man, Holden... It won't take long," the navy-haired man assured his guard.
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Placing trust in a kidnapper was something Noah refused to allow. Protecting those he cared about most deserved a long, happy life. Not face abrupt difficulties because of the cruelties of a criminal.
Holden playfully pouted when Noah persisted too have him checked for possible injures. "I ensure you that I don't have injures though...." He answered in return, wishing too not have too show himself too prove it. Had he had any injures, it would have been embarrassing too show, however he would have done so but since his body was able too heal, had he gained any they would have healed a long time ago, because at this current time, he knew for a fact he had none on his body. Even though his kidnapper had the attitude of making anybody believe otherwise. Knowing he'd likely lose in convincing Noah of his reasons for not wishing too get checked, a blush soon swept across his cheeks. Besides not wishing for anybody too see him, having Noah so close, looking at him, made him extremely flustered.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
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The ticking minutes of Holden's refusal only worsened Noah's mood and strained his patience. As his familiar, Holden's safety was considered prioritized. While the navy-haired wraith's ranking as king raised the crucialness of his preservation, Noah thought highly of his guards. They were similar to extended family in the Assembly soldier's opinion. Significant faces well-known around castle grounds and even socialized with frequently. Therefore, Noah's concerns only skyrocketed and angered with every refusal leaving Holden's plush lips.
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Suffocated by his anger and lack of patience, Noah's eyes narrowed. He would not permit Holden sliding out without at least a glance over. Abruptly, the wraith's fingers grabbed the first button, making work of the fasteners with the grace of a dancer. Hastily, he opened Holden's shirt, glancing over his slender frame and briefly admiring it. When satisfied by his glances, Noah threw the fringes of the dress shirt closed. Afterwards, the wraith locked eyes with the familiar's stunning blue hues. The long-haired man crossed his arms, silver eyes remaining narrowed.
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"There! Was that so hard?! Now pull up the legs of your pants so we can check your legs! And NO arguing!" The navy-haired man shouted the demand.
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Through his impatient fury, Noah failed to realize the blush spread across Holden's face. Rather, his mind was fixated on surveying Holden's body for potential injuries as opposed to concerning himself with the man's mental state.
Holden couldn't help but blush more when Noah had reached out too unbutton his shirt. He found himself side glancing as Noah looked him over too make sure that there wasn't any injuries, before it had been buttoned up once more. His breathing was slow as he attempted too calm himself down. If only Noah had known how embarrassed this had made him, or perhaps it was a good thing that he didn't know. Noah's question made him flinch but he found himself unable too move despite the fact that Noah wanted him too only lift his pants legs up too be examined. He was silent as he stood there, trying too control his breathing, knowing only one thing would happen since he had failed too do as he was ordered. Noah would be the one adjusting his pants legs and the only thing he'd be able too do is stand there and hopefully keep his emotions in check.
cleanse me with those shadows, take me into the dark where I belong, show me my vile black heart.
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There were plenty of instances where the king discovered himself growing impatient. After everything that occurred, patience retreated from Noah's mind as he stood before Holden. His previous fling buddy was regarded as a dangerous soul, the type searching for a malicious method to bite back at the king who turned him loose. Among those possibilities of irritating Noah was brutalizing or raping the head guard who stood beside him. Despite Holden's youth and later disdain for flings, Noah managed to form an attachment to Holden.
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As his fingers dexterously returned Holden's dress shirt to its original shirt, the wraith had provided his next demand. Yet, through the buttoning of the familiar's shirt, the purple-haired man made no efforts to move. An annoyed groan rumbled from Noah's throat upon realizing his head guard was immobilized. The king's silver eyes rolled in vexation at the unsuitable response he received. Thus, despite the wide-eyed observing of the medics, Noah proceeded to follow up his initial fluster-inducing task with another.
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The wraith kneeled, hand firmly grabbing Holden's first foot and quickly rolling up the pant leg. Seconds later he repeated the task with Holden's other legs, revealing the grace of the limbs. The wraith admired him for a few moments before providing a satisfied nod.
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"There! Looked over! Was that so hard?" Noah grumbled out.
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The wraith's fingers slipped into the rolled-up pant legs, unfurling them back down to Holden's ankles. Once everything Noah accomplished was undone, he stood from his position, arms crossed and somewhat satisfied at the reassurances.
Holden couldn't help but stand there in embarrassment while Noah grew impatient with him desiring of having him checked. Oh how this would have gone soo much smoother if he wasn't shy on being seen, but too bad for him, he couldn't change this fact. It didn't help that he knew his condition and Noah was determined too check him anyway. He was silent while Noah checked him out, soon asking his question, too which he flinched upon hearing it. "No, my King." He proceeded too answer in return, still extremely flustered too be looked over, even though the reasoning was too ensure he wasn't harmed. Oh how I wish it hadn't been just for that reason.... NO, I shouldn't have such thoughts, he is my King.... He thought too himself, trying too keep himself from thinking such thoughts.
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