[The castle is perhaps the most complete legacy of Dracula to remain after his passing, encompassing the whole of the man. Oh, there are the shrines of wisdom within, but those are coupled with deep, dark places that betray one of the worst tempers there could ever be, and the nature of all vampires and what they require in order to survive. There's likely no surprise that the energy of the castle responds to Hector, the stones beneath his hand running hot and cold. The castle knows him, yes, but it was the witness to Hector's actions. He isn't welcome.
Alucard hears Hector's approach. He definitely doesn't care. This should be the last time they ever see each other, and if nothing else, he hopes he's been a gracious enough host given the circumstances.]
In many ways, that would be redundant.
[He rises as Cesar finally wiggles off his lap. The tiny thing was never a warm weight, but a familiar and comforting one. Friendliest of the group as well, but that was personality rather than a forgemaster's intent.]
Mmmm. I hope that there are clear nights for your departure.
[Don't die and leave these things without a defender.
Alucard pauses, opening his mouth as if to say something. He knows the castle, and even if Hector has spent time here, getting out is sometimes still a nightmare. There's no polite way to ask if he knows how to get to the exit, and so Alucard makes a snap decision.
There's a wolf where Alucard has been standing. One that slinks past Hector with far more haughtiness than required, and trots forward.]
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Alucard hears Hector's approach. He definitely doesn't care. This should be the last time they ever see each other, and if nothing else, he hopes he's been a gracious enough host given the circumstances.]
In many ways, that would be redundant.
[He rises as Cesar finally wiggles off his lap. The tiny thing was never a warm weight, but a familiar and comforting one. Friendliest of the group as well, but that was personality rather than a forgemaster's intent.]
Mmmm. I hope that there are clear nights for your departure.
[Don't die and leave these things without a defender.
Alucard pauses, opening his mouth as if to say something. He knows the castle, and even if Hector has spent time here, getting out is sometimes still a nightmare. There's no polite way to ask if he knows how to get to the exit, and so Alucard makes a snap decision.
There's a wolf where Alucard has been standing. One that slinks past Hector with far more haughtiness than required, and trots forward.]