candybox | OPEN POST: V - Devil May Cry

I don't make a habit of getting too intimate with people whose names I don't even know yet.

[ She's clearly joking, though-- as true as that statement is. But there's a professional, practiced way that she presses her fingers across his skin, searching for marks and weaknesses that those tattoos might be hiding.

They're beautiful, though, swirling and intricate, and Otome only really pauses to let her more spiritual senses seep through, just to make sure that it's not just fatigue and fire damage ailing him.

What she encounters is-- heavier, than all of that. Some great, massive pressure, but also something... incomplete. He's missing something, something vital, and Otome's brow furrows, even as she calls on a Prayer spell to let golden light seep into V's skin.

Energy, she can restore. Burns and wounds will close and be soothed. But that pressure... ]

... You're rather interesting, aren't you?

[V sits perfectly still as he's examined. He's uncomfortable and clearly not enjoying the scrutiny, but if it will give her peace of mind after what they went through back there, he decides he does not mind enduring it.

The Prayer spell is soothing, even if it can do little for the way his body is wasting away. He looks up at her, and quirks a small smile.]

Well. "Interesting" is one way of putting it.

I'll stand by it.

[ Otome straightens up, still pensive, but offering up her usual smile. ]

Let's start small. My name is Otome Yanagiya-- I'm a doctor assisting with the protection of civilians, through a variety of methods.

It's a pleasure to meet you, despite the circumstances. [Assuming she's finished examining him, he pulls his jacket back on.]

You can call me V. I... could be considered a devil hunter, I suppose.

A devil hunter... well! That's an occupation that happens to be extremely useful lately. You wouldn't happen to be for hire, would you?

[ Yamato would have words for Otome just blithely inviting anyone along on demon-fighting missions, but Yamato's not here right now. ]

I have no need for money. [Is the immediate answer, though he stops to consider. On the one hand, he's never considered devil hunting an actual profession of his in the way Dante and Nero do, and much of his existence has been spent stealing and scavenging in order to get by.

Yet if it brings him closer to his goal, then...]

...If you are in need of further assistance, I wouldn't be opposed.

We can always use more help.

[ No denial there. ]

In return, I can try to see what I can do to stabilize your body.

If you were an average doctor, I would doubt that. But seeing your command of demons and magic... perhaps you can help.

[He offers her a hand to shake. It would be foolish to decline, at least for now.]

Very well. I accept your offer.

[ Otome grasps his hand, warm and firm, as she shakes it. ]

I do see some unusual cases from time to time. You may have to tell me a little more about your affliction, but as you're my patient now... what you say remains between us.

[He lets go of her hand, picking up his cane and struggling to his feet once more.]

Unfortunately, there's only so much I can tell you. I'm sure if I told you my full story, you would refuse to help me.

[The Hippocratic oath only extends so far, after all. It shouldn't extend to... a entity like him.]

... I'm not so certain. But there's no obligation... I'll just do what I can.

[ But-- ]

For now, please rest... if just for a bit.

There are still demons out there that need to be contained.

[He still looks exhausted, but it bothers him that there could still be survivors they left behind. Is anyone else going out to save them?]

You're not fighting alone anymore. Several jp's agents should already be on the case-- and I can vouch for their fighting abilities.

[He pinches the bridge of his nose, and sits back down.] Very well. I will stay a while longer. If there is a way I can help, please tell me.

Take a nap, for starters. When you're feeling better, you can help me take an inventory on supplies.

[ And only then. ]

Is there anywhere to rest with a little more privacy than here?

[Preferably somewhere he can call on Shadow to keep watch on him while causing minimal fuss, but he won't be overly picky under the circumstances.]

Mm...

Yes, that should work. Come with me.

[ And she'll beckon to him, beginning a steady stride past the station to where a smaller tent's been set up. There's no one else there, just a cot with a blanket and a single pillow, with supplies stocked in the corner. ]

Will this be all right? No one should come here, except for me.

[V follows her to the tent. Inside, he takes one look around, and nods, relieved to be away from the bustle of the main station.]

This will do. [Shadow appears at his feet, and is already padding over to the foot of the cot and leaping up onto it, then laying down to watch them with bright red eyes. V looks to Otome.]

Don't forget to rest and treat your own wounds, as well.

Don't worry about me, I'll be fine.

[ read: she'll tend to her burns, but what is rest--

Not that she's going into detail there, instead crouching down slightly to smile softly at Shadow. ]

Thank you for looking after him. I'll check in on you in a bit.

[Shadow's ears perk up and he flicks his tail in silent acknowledgement, which is about as friendly as he ever gets. V moves to join him on the cot, sitting and offering a parting quote.]

"I have laboured hard indeed, and have been borne on angel's wings." Your own needs are no less important than your patients.

...

Thank you, V. I won't push myself too hard, I promise.

[ But with that, she'll leave him to rest for the time being. ]

[V isn't sure how long he actually falls asleep for, but Griffon is pestering him and nudging him with his beak in order to rouse him, and it's getting dark outside (or is that the growing smoke from the apartment blaze spreading across the sky?). Dazed, but feeling rested, he returns to the station to seek out Otome, dismissing the two of his familiars.

She'd asked for his help, after all, but more importantly, he wants to make sure she isn't on the verge of passing out herself.]

[ Not quite on the verge, but it's probably clear from more than a few glances that Otome is very tired when she thinks no one is watching. V will catch her rubbing her forehead, and surrounded by a whole bunch of medical supplies, speaking quietly to herself. ]

That's... it's no good, we'll have to find a more reliable water source... maybe a few more blood donors, but for now, the bandages should be fine...

[V will approach her quietly, not wanting to interrupt when she's plainly lost in thought. After a few moments, however, he steps forward, touching her briefly on the shoulder to announce his presence.]

Still as busy as before, I see.

Oh-- V!

[ Otome turns quickly, flashing him a smile. ]

Unfortunately, it's probably not going to calm down anytime soon. Are you feeling any better?

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