dear_mun | Getting lectured. :| Mun deserves it.

It seems like we're in the same pickle. They keep telling us to be patient, but I'm someone who likes to see results. You seem like you're the same way.

Indeed. Patience is one thing. Tolerance for failing to follow through is another. I assume you have had no success with yours.

"Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me."

I can't complain overly much. She did just give me this...outlet. [She purses her lips skeptically.] But I'm busy. I have five kids to look after now.

One can be thankful for that, I suppose. [He considers her for a moment.] You are busy and yet annoyed that she pays no attention to you?

Small favors. [Molly frowns faintly.] She took me away from my home and my family. If she's going to go to such lengths, I'd rather she give me something to do.

I see. That is rather unfortunate. Muses lose much when they are taken, it seems.

[sdfghjk oh my hgfds all the cute. Adrian can have his mommy any time he wants. ;o;

Still, even though Adrian is angry, Lisa gives him a look that speaks of softness.]

Patience, my darling. ♥ I have the same problems with my lady, but there is always a reason.

Besides, those that love you would never hold such absences against you. T'would be a much greater tragedy if you were to be kept in the shadows.

[Only you would think it's cute when he's mad, Lisa. ♥ Though he is calm and composed to begin with, he visibly relaxed somewhat when she appears.]

Perhaps, but it sounds more akin to excuses in my ears. It's almost more grating than listening to her high-pitched screeching over the presence of you and our other allies.

I shall not vanish as long as you are here, Mother. [But he's not making promises for anyone else.]

[And does she ever ♥ then again, Lisa thinks he's precious regardless of what he's doing, because he is her baby and, as far as she's concerned, the cutest person to ever exist.

It will never fail to relieve her to see him relax when she's around. Knowing the burdens that weigh on him, it puts her at ease to see them fade, even if it is only a little.]

I know you're frustrated, beloved. Still, know that reasons and excuses differ greatly. I have all the faith in the world that your lady would never neglect you if it was something she could help. Sometimes these sorts of things simply require understanding and tolerance, even though it's difficult.

[lmfao jhgfds Lisa and her mun both know that screech very well, as they have to stifle their own in unison every time you show up <33 the internal squee is always deafening.

Still, she looks even more relieved to hear that.]

Then I suppose that means I'll be staying indefinitely, doesn't it? ♥

[A thoughtful hum rests quietly on his lips. Alucard bows his head briefly.]

You are right as always. ...I have missed you terribly and I fear losing you once more. Her failure to allow me in your presence has made tolerance difficult. Even still, perhaps my frustrations are misdirected.

[The feeling is absolutely totally mutual! Just... minus Alucard. He doesn't screech and if he did, his mun would be horribly concerned.]

Only if that is what you wish. I have no desire to keep you tied to a world if you rather rest in peace.

[Lisa's gaze softens immeasurably, melting into one of adoring sympathy.]

Adrian...always know that when you miss me, I'm missing you just the same. There have been so many days where I've pleaded with my lady to let me see you, but she was afraid of seeming...strange, especially after it had been so long. Thankfully, I believe those days to be over now, but please trust that I understand what you're feeling. I am always thinking of you, and I have been exactly where you are.

If it's any consolation, you will not lose me again. Even if those that keep us continue to find themselves busy and caught up with what life throws their way, I am always your mother, and you are never far from my thoughts. If ever you miss me, I am only a message away. Even if all you need is to say hello, I am here. ♥

[LOL kjhgfdd ngl, Lisa would probably laugh until she was no longer making sounds. He hasn't made a sound even resembling a screech since he was like...five. But we are both making all the happy sounds that the feeling is mutual ♥]

My peace lies with you, my love. As long as I can be with you and make sure that you're safe and cared for, I will always be content.

[Adrian has always quite void of patience where his mother is concerned, be it mocking her name or denying him her presence; this matter is no different. He can recognize this and admit that this time, he was in the wrong.]

I understand. Forgive me for my impatience. [He drifts closer, but not quite daring to ask for the embrace he wants. Even around his mother, it seems he is awkward and distant with affection these days.] You are always in my heart, providing me with strength. I will never forget this. Yet, to truly see you again, is...

[He pauses momentarily, his yellow eyes drifting to the ground while he seeks the right word. But there is no word that could truly encompass all that he is feeling right now. Well-- perhaps one.]

It brings me joy that I have not felt in centuries.

[Oh if only, his mun could draw! What a fabulous and adorable comic that would make. All the mutual love. :D]

I... am glad to hear that, Mother. [And he truly is. No matter how much he wishes for her happiness and peace to come first, the more selfish part of him hoped nevertheless that she would remain with him.] My only wish is to bring you honor and happiness.

Such a direct approach and tone would seem the obvious course of action with your Mundane, but do you honestly think it would work?

[He's impressed -- he's never seen you so forthright before. Outside of battle, anyway.]

She is already troubled with guilt for being absent. I am but a reminder that if she hopes to make any progress, she will not do so by seldom following through.

[Just goes to show how irritated he is with his mun, really.]

[Quite irritated, it seems.]

Here's hoping your efforts are not in vain, friend.

And you? I would hope your mun is treating you well.

That all depends on your interpretation of the word 'well.' We may perceive things differently in that regard.

[In any event, he's taking things in stride. Mun's not too much of a jackass these days.]

Hm. Your interpretation, then.

[That's really all muses can ask for, isn't it?]

Far be it for me to complain...

[And he certainly can, especially since his mun tends to put him in...interesting circumstances.]

...but no, the Mundane treats me well. Generally.

Generally. [There might be a hint of amusement if one can decode it in that monotonously toned voice of his.] Do not even muns give the Belmonts the respect they deserve?

[Richter can decode it, somewhat, and grins a little back in response.]

Sadly, no. I believe there is some sort of conspiracy...

Too often, good men are not seen as such until after they are gone.

[A little depressing, but true.]

[Depressing but not surprising, considering it's coming from Alucard. Richter shrugs a little.]

Perhaps...

Losing your patience, Alucard?

[That's a first.]

I will wait if I must. There is no other choice. But she is wasting time better spent on other things by dawdling.

[What can he say, he gets peeved by irresponsibility.]

[You sure look different than how he remembers you back in the 1400s, but you have the same aura as before - only more powerful.]

Well. Your resemblance to your old bat of a father is keener than ever.

[Bitter towards Dracula? You bet.]

. . .

[No comment. :| You're just going to get a nice long stare of 'not amused' and '(not so) nice to see you again'.]

[An amused purring in his throat is his initial response - and he gazes fixedly at the halfbreed through half-lidded eyes, a smile ghosting his thin lips.]

As pleasant... and garrulous as ever, I see.

[At first, Alucard's only reaction is his mouth drawing back into a thinner, tighter frown.]

It seems this place truly holds no prejudice against the dead, nor their madness. [Just a little indication that he heard about what happened when he was taking his ~~beauty sleep~~ not-so eternal nap.]

[While his smile lingers, his look is far cooler than before at that jab so evenly delivered. As expected.]

Ah, yes.... your father's mighty curse.

[There was a time when he would have snarled at Alucard for having the gall to turn against his own father, but... being after being treated as disposable - as any other human - after years of unwavering fealty has a way of making a Forgemaster fiercely bitter. His former master's essence invading him, his body and powers hijacked - - and then to cast him aside like nothing and without a word of acknowledgement throughout? ~~Dracula dickery, right there.~~]

[It's with careful scrutiny that Alucard studies Isaac. He notes the bitterness - for it's hard to miss - and can make many assumptions based on that, but he does not. Assumptions can be dangerous, even more so when they are directed at a Forgemaster that is not to be underestimated.]

And where has fate lead you now?

[Casual curiosity, or gauging how much of a threat he is? Isaac's non-existent money is on the latter.]

Should you keep out of my way... then what you do is of little concern to me, son of Dracula. Your father has made his bed; he can lie in it.

[And he would have easily won that bet.]

That will depend on what path you take. [In short: he'll be watching you.]

Whichever I please.

[~~I DO WHAT I WANT.~~]

Getting lectured. :| Mun deserves it.

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