Morgaine King/ Morgan Head (demonchild) wrote in dc_nextgen,
@ 2011-05-08 03:30:00

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inactive - damien wilson, inactive - morgaine king

Repayment for loyal service (backdated to the end of "Uncivil War")
Morgaine stood next to her brother at the Lazarus Pits. She knew that while Damien had been looking into them for their medical uses, he had mostly been destroying them.

But the person they were bringing back deserved nothing less for the way that he had sacrificed himself.

Morgaine turned to Damien. "They're ready to bring him in."

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headofthedemon
2011-05-08 05:11 am UTC (link)

"Have them do so at once. We will likely only get one chance at this, since Aunt Nyssa has been less than forthcoming with her secret on how to reuse them." Damien says, watching the bubbling green waters closely.

Few men had gone into these depths and returned with their sanity intact. Grandfather, an old acquaintance of his mother's, and a slim few had been introduced to the Pit. He was reluctant to do this to James, but...it did not seem right or fair to bury him after the sacrifice he'd made on Damien's behalf.

"Bring in our best shooters as well. If James' mind is dominated by his bestial side upon revival, we will need to slow him down. If he cannot be saved..." Damien trailed off.

He did not finish his sentence. Morgaine already knew what would have to be done.

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	demonchild 2011-05-08 05:23 am UTC (link)
	Morgaine nodded. "I understand," she said. "I brought my silver sword...just in case. There are shooters located at all the possible angles, armed with silver bullets in case need arises." She signaled for them to bring in James' body and lower him into the pit. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dc_assassins 2011-05-08 05:30 am UTC (link)
	The body that first starts to come out revived from the pit is human shaped, but the form changes, as as the shocked screaming gives way to a stomach-wrenching howl. The giant wolf is initially flailing in terror as it scrambles out. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	demonchild 2011-05-08 05:38 am UTC (link)
	Morgaine stood in front of Damien, silver sword in hand. Just in case. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2011-05-08 05:46 am UTC (link)
	"JAMES! Control yourself, man!" Damien bellows. The soldiers aim their weapons, making ready to fire, but Damien holds up a hand. "You will /fight/ for your mind, James Abbot! You are not some slavering monster! Remember who you are!" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

dc_assassins
2011-05-08 05:51 am UTC (link)

The howl starts to subside. The flailing for a moment looks insurmountable but starts to slow. as he gets closet to Damien.

Until the wolf's in front of him, still shaking, growling.... but front paws straight forward, back half arched, tail curved just so. The standard instinctive posture of canine deference.

James continues to try to pull himself together, but there's clearly one thing he can remember.

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	demonchild 2011-05-08 05:59 am UTC (link)
	Morgaine would stand firmly, ready to strike if needed. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2011-05-08 06:03 am UTC (link)
	"Good man, James. Very good." Damien says soothingly, stepping from behind his sister to kneel before James. "You did a brave thing, my friend, attacking Ra's al Ghul at the risk to your life. You saved my life and I have restored yours. Now, return to yourself and let us take care of you." he says. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dc_assassins 2011-05-08 06:08 am UTC (link)
	And slowly, the fur recededs and the form shifts, until it's the man huddled before him. "...Hello, Master...Damien. Good... to see you both ...well." As he looks up, there's something brighter and brittler in the back of his eyes, but it's James Abbot, all right. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	demonchild 2011-05-08 06:09 am UTC (link)
	"Welcome back, James," Morgaine said. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2011-05-08 06:27 am UTC (link)
	Damien gives the signal to his men to stand down, then raises his hand. A servant rushes forward with a blanket and cold water for James to drink. "Relax, James. You will eat and relax, then we will discuss your future with the League." Damien says. "Morgaine, please make sure James has all he needs." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dc_assassins 2011-05-08 06:42 am UTC (link)
	Later, some embarrassment will register at having been naked in public, but for now there's just a hoarse, "Thank you" as he drinks. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	demonchild 2011-05-08 06:43 am UTC (link)
	Morgaine nodded, turning to a servant. "Bring Mr. Abbot something hot to eat and a fresh change of clothes." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dc_assassins 2011-05-08 06:55 am UTC (link)
	And James will gratefully, albeit quietly, accept any help as he gets a chance to recover in some comfort. Of course, anticipating as any good man in his position does, his scattered, fractured mind does try to look ahead to talking to Master Damien. (Reply to this)(Parent)

	headofthedemon 2011-05-10 05:24 am UTC (link)
	The following evening, Damien knocks at James' door. (Reply to this)(Thread)

	dc_assassins 2011-05-10 05:26 am UTC (link)
	James is able to be up and around -- and thankfully, fully dressed -- now. He answers the door and pulls himself more to attention slightly. "Master Damien. Hello." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2011-05-10 05:37 am UTC (link)
	"James, you are looking much better, my friend. I would speak with you, if you have the time." Damien says. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dc_assassins 2011-05-10 05:53 am UTC (link)
	"Thank you. Of course." He lets him in. He does indeed look better, there the focus might be slightly different in his eyes, his movements ever-so-slightly less human. But on the whole, he's much better. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

headofthedemon
2011-05-10 06:01 am UTC (link)

"I will be brief. Come morning, you will no longer be in charge of my personal safety, James. Your previous work was exemplary, and I do not wish to risk you a second time on such matters." Damien says to him as he enters the room.

Now, he turns and faces James, looking him directly in the eyes.

"I would, however, offer you another position in this organization. You are well-read, eloquent and intelligent. You are known and respected by the rest of the League. Even Morgaine speaks well of you." Damien smiles.

"I ask that you become my right hand, James. Events are taking shape that will require my presence elsewhere, but my commands still need to be carried out. I would place you at my right hand to keep the League running smoothly, should I be absent...for any reason." Damien says.

"And if my wife and children do not return to me...then /you/ shall become the Demon's Head." Damien says.

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dc_assassins
2011-05-10 06:07 am UTC (link)

Looking him in the eye, Damien might be able to catch the flicker of hurt as it fades, once James understands his removal from his master's security detail is not due to inadequacy.

And then, he just looks surprised. "Master Damien, I am honored. I... I wouldn't want any disrespect to Morgaine, of course. And... I'm sorry, I don't understand that last part." Or doesn't want to.

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headofthedemon
2011-05-10 06:38 am UTC (link)

"Morgaine has the ability to become the Demon's Head, the intelligence, but she does not /want/ it. I do not know that she ever has, my friend. She enjoys the thrill of the hunt and the kill itself. This would be the equivalent of taking her off of active duty.

I expect that she would not give me a moment's peace if I took her out of the field." Damien says with a chuckle. He could never imagine his sister being pregnant, or doing anything that would limit her effectiveness in combat.

That bothered him, deep down.

"Granted, I do not intend to retire for quite some time, old friend, and I have no plans to die. But if the worst should happen, you are being considered. I want you to know that. In the meantime, I ask that you work alongside me and be my...herald of sorts. When I need a message delivered or a deal made, you may speak on my behalf." Damien says.

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	dc_assassins 2011-05-10 06:42 am UTC (link)
	"That is true," he observes with a nod. "Again. I am honored, and I will not fail you," nodding more, solemnly, he then smile. "Thank you, Master Damien." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2011-05-10 06:56 am UTC (link)
	"No, thank you, James. You saved my life. I destroy my enemies, but I also reward my friends." Damien says. "And you are the only other friend I have." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dc_assassins 2011-05-10 06:55 pm UTC (link)
	James nods gratefully. Then, with a breath. "Is there any news of...of the children?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	headofthedemon 2011-05-11 12:07 am UTC (link)
	"Lian is back in Star City, and she will give birth in one month's time. I have made arrangements for this already." Damien says simply. "She walked away from me, James, to give my children to another. I cannot allow that, no matter how much I love her." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	dc_assassins 2011-05-11 12:27 am UTC (link)
	James's face softens sadly. "I know, Master Damien." He knows how much it will hurt Damien to go up against her. (Reply to this)(Parent)

	violettidemage 2011-05-22 10:46 pm UTC (link)
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