Cold Heart
Twenty
Serenity and Serena
are creation of vega123
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Nordat Docks
[Walking back and
forth as his fellow guard stood in a corner relieving himself, the vampiric
guard looked at the man’s neck; ever since Vermin told them to be watchful and
not to leave their post, the hunger grew within him. He could smell the warm
blood flowing through the human guards veins, it was too much; creeping
silently behind the man, he lunged for him, sinking deep into the skin. After
draining the body dry, the vampiric guard dropped the body to the ground,
resuming his duties.]
Guard: AAHHH…that really did hit the spot….
[Continuing his duties, the guard left the body where it
was and turned away; only to have his head explode from a bullet fired from a
high-powered sniper-rife. The rest of his body dropped to the ground in a
slump. Heavy boots rushed by the two corpses in a quick pace, heading deeper in
the many buildings of the docks. The BlackGuard were quick and efficient to
Vergil’s surprising. Dispatching of the guards in quick silent manners, hardly
leaving him or Serena much to do except to follow behind Capt. John Stakes as
he communicated with his men through a earpiece. “Stand back and let us show you
why Brimstone regards us in the highest respect.” Moreover, to Vergil’s
amazement, they were. Given new clothes, Vergil had wore the BlackGuard’s
combat fatigues and a combat vest. When offered one of their guns he flat out
refused, preferring to only use Dragmus. Serena stood next to him dress in a
tight leather jumpsuit that hugged her body, bringing out all the curves and
definitions of her body. Like him, she refused a gun, only wielding her sword
Kiyoshi. From time to time he couldn’t help but gaze at her, the serious look
of a warrior on her face, along with the determination to free her father and
sister.]
Serena: [Looking over at him] What is it?
Vergil: [Turning a slight shade of pink] N-nothing….
Serena: They are pretty good, wouldn’t you agree?
Vergil: Yes. Not bad for humans.
Serena: Your father always did say that they never did
cease to amaze him.
[Ignoring the remark for a moment he stopped at the door
of one warehouse close to the water’s edge. Placing his hand on the door he
closed his eyes in concentration.]
Vergil: Here…this is the one…
Serena:
[Feeling the door herself] You’re right, they are in there…and something else.
I’m not sure, but whatever it is, it’s demonic…
Vergil:
Well then…[Lifting his hand in the air, it catching fire, the same green flame
as Dragmus] how shall we answer?
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Inside Xerxes’ Lab
Xerxes: As I said Mistress Jade, it should work. From what
I can decipher the seal is very strong. The rune circle I created should be
powerful enough to unlock it…but I must ask? How do you plan on controlling the
demon when she’s free?
Mistress
Jade: I know a binding spell that will hold her at bay. I may not be a true
sorceress, but I know enough about the demon world to hold my own!
[Suddenly
there was a sound of alarms going off, limping to one of the monitors Xerxes
checked the security system. One camera posted at the main doors revealed that
they had been blow off, standing at the entrance were two people. One Xerxes
remembered all too well. ]
Xerxes:
It’s her! That damned lycan whore! [Smashing his fist onto the keyboard.] Lady
D!
Mistress
Jade: Who? [Looking over his shoulder at the screen, snarling.] And that boy!
[Seeing the sword in Vergil’s hand.] I know that weapon…it’s
Solomon’s….[Screaming into a intercom.] Intruders! Kill them on sight…Now!
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Xerxes’ Laboratory
[It didn’t take long after the alarm was sounded, that
Serena and Vergil were surrounded by vampires and lycans; the vampires
brandished guns and rifles, opening fire upon the two. Vergil blocked with
Dragmus, teleporting forward, cutting down a guard. Serena dodged the bullets
aimed her way using Kiyoshi to deflect a few back. With a leap she was up in
the air landing onto the rafters above, where some vampiric guards were
positioned. Looking down she spotted what she was looking for, far in the
corner was a huge holding cell. Inside were the survivors, bound and chained in
silver. Vermin and a few other lycans herded them down a corridor. ]
Vermin:
Hurry up! Can’t you hear that? They are getting closer! [Sniffing the air.
Turning around to facing Serena.] Ah, I was wondering if you survived or not. I
swore I thought I had killed you, heh, but then again. I killed a lot of people
that night. [Seeing Kiyoshi.] Ha! Still using a sword? So it’s true, you are
nothing more than a tame dog, just like your old man.
Serena:
Your going to pay for what you have done. [Looking at the other lycans coming
to Vermin’s side.] All of you…
Vermin:
No…I don’t think that’s how it’s going to work honey…it’s just a shame we are
going to have to kill you. But then again I think your sister will be a lot
more fun. [Licking his lips]
Serena:
[Low growl] What have you done with her and my father…
Vermin:
[Taking off his shirt] Nothing, yet.. Mistress Jade has something fun planned
for those two…
[Vermin
and the other lycans that were with him transformed, approaching Serena
growling and snapping their fangs, slowly she back up holding Kiyoshi in front
of her.]
Xerxes:
Stop! Leave her to me…
[Behind
the lycans, Xerxes emerged from the hallway, making his way through the group.]
Xerxes:
It has been a while hasn’t it Lady D? Do you remember what you did? To me!?
Serena:
The Grand Inquisitor himself…I thought me and Mynce left your for dead.
Xerxes:
You are skillful with a sword, but I am a master of science! It took me a long
time to repair what you did to me…I haven’t forgotten! [Pulling out a control
box, pressing a button.] I am sure you know about the little drug your friend
here has been taking. A master piece if I must say…
Serena:
You? You created it?
[The
ground started to shake, down the hallway there was the sounds of someone
screaming, followed by an unholy howl.]
Xerxes:
Yes, it’s true work of art. Course I need the proper materials to create it.
[Looking down the hallway.] And I found them in that….
[Xerxes,
Vermin, and the other lycans moved to the side, far to the side. Looking down
the hallway Serena could smell and almost taste what was coming. It was big,
nasty, and full of rage. Breaking through, a large four-legged orange beast
broke through. Almost canine-like, it focused its five glowing eyes on Serena.
Hanging out of its mouth was a long yellow tongue, acid dripping onto the
floor, in smoking puddles. The monster lifted its head in the air and howled,
Serena stepped back covering her ears. Her sixth sense warned her just in time;
leaping back she avoided a swipe from his sharp claws. It growled, matching
forward, panting hot breath.]
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Ferril:
Well well, so you’re really the son of Sparda eh? [Holding Yamato over her
shoulder, smirking at Vergil] hhmm I would have expected more.
Vergil:
Yamato…[pointing Dragmus in her direction.] You will give me what is
mine!
Ferril:
What? [Holding Yamato] This? Ha! This sword isn’t worthy to be in your hands!
Rouge:
She’s quite right. [Appearing next to Ferril, holding Kashir; around her neck was
Vergil’s amulet.] You really don’t appear to be anything like your father.
[Vergil
gritted his teeth at both sisters; balling his fist, it burst into flame. They
both leaped out of the way as the fireball exploded between them. He was upon
Ferril first swinging downward with a mighty force; she blocked using Yamato.
Getting to her feet, Rouge sprinted for Vergil, holding the end of Kashir
swinging into him. Kashir connected into Vergil’s midsection, sending him
flying into a stack of canisters. Ferril jumped into the air, pointing the end
of Yamato for Vergil’s neck. He rolled to the side attacking with Dragmus,
followed by a kick. Ferril dodged the sword, but not Vergil’s boot; she flew
into a computer monitor. Rouge flung blood at Vergil, remembering last time, he
teleported away.]
Rouge:
Smart boy…
Vergil:
[Gripping Dragmus growling] Give me back my amulet...
Rouge:
It doesn’t fit you. It’s more of an item for a girl. [Posing for him.] Wouldn’t
you say?
Vergil:
You vampiric …[Looking down on the floor. While she had distracted him, she had
bled on the floor, her blood moved toward him, like a snake. Just in time,
Vergil rolled out of the way.] You are quite different from most vampires, you
and your sister…
Ferril:
That is because we are daughter’s of Kagan you pathetic half-breed!
Vergil:
Kagan…so you two are his offspring. He must be one powerful vampire. [Smirking]
Maybe I’ll pay him a visit after I’m done caving you two up.
Ferril:
You have some balls kid. [Looking to Rouge.] His kill settles this once and for
all right?
Rouge:
Of course...
Mistress
Jade: Ferril, Rouge! [Shouting, walking up to both of them.] We don’t have time
for this! [Seeing Vergil.] So, you are Sparda’s son?
[Vergil
didn’t reply, ten green flaming phantom swords appeared around him, all aiming
for the three vampiric women. Mistress Jade grinned a lipless smile. Solomon
appeared before Mistress Jade, snarling at Vergil. The swords disappeared…]
Mistress
Jade: Good dog... [Patting Solomon’s head, looking to her daughters.] We are leaving! [Looking at Vergil] I don’t
have time for you; I have more important things right now! Besides, it looks
like your wrench is in trouble..[Looking over to Serena.]
[Vergil
took a quick glance, but then looked over; Serena was in trouble…Even through
she was able to dodge most the of the Hellyote’s attacks, she was still
starting to feel fatigue. Vergil looked to Mistress Jade and her daughters,
then over to Serena. Gritting his teeth, he ran over to Serena’s aid. Mistress
Jade laughed and turned around, heading outside. Meanwhile, Serena was doing
her best to avoid being taken down by the Hellyote, and keeping it distracted
from other caged werewolves. Kiyoshi was held in front of her as she circled
with the large demon; acid had eating away at most of the floor, making it
difficult to keep her footing. The demon clawed at her, she leaped into the air
floating, withdrawing her blade. Three arcs of light sliced into the monster,
only mildly fazing him. ]
Serena:
He’s too strong… [Breathing hard.]
[The Hellyote snapped it’s jaws at Serena, who barely
moved to safety. Panting hard, she held Kiyoshi in a guarding stance, her
violet eyes staring into the demons. Suddenly Vergil appeared, swinging
downward on the Hellyote’s face, blinding the middle eye. It yelped, opening
pours in its skin, shooting spikes in various directions. One went through
Serena’s leg; several others killed or wounded the few lycans who were trying
to escape. Ignoring the pain, Serena herded out the survivors while Vergil kept
the demon occupied.
Serena:
Hurry! [Helping out those wounded, ignoring the pain.]
[She
led them all outside through double-doors just in time to catch a transport
helicopter taking off. She was able to spot Ferril and Rouge through one of the
windows, Rouge blew a kiss followed by a wink. Another helicopter about to take
off held Xerxes, who was just climbing.]
Xerxes:
[Spotting Serena] It’s her! Hurry up and take off!! [Shouting to the pilot]
Serena:
You are not going anywhere! [Taking great leaps across the grounds towards the
copter.]
Xerxes:
Faster! Faster! She’s almost on us!
[The
helicopter slowly lifted above the ground when Serena came upon it, with a
quick slash the main rotor flew off, the vehicle smashed to the ground. Xerxes fell
backwards out of his seat, Serena looked down at him, he eyes turning white.
The pilot tried to move from his seat, but she detached his head from his
body.]
Serena:
Your not going anywhere!
Xerxes:
Wait! [Holding up his arms] Don’t! I beg you!
Serena:
Beg? [Grabbing him by the throat.] I’m going to kill you again…
[Smashing
through the warehouse walls, the Hellyote burst through, in its jaws was
Vergil, half his clothes and body scared by the beast’s acidic saliva. Vergil’s
eyes glowed green, gritting his teeth. Distracted, Serena barly managed to miss
Xerxes making a run for it. He almost made it had some unkown men in black
combat gear appeared, guns trained on him.]
Soldier
1: Hold it right! Don’t move or we will shoot!
[Xerxes
stopped, holding up his hands in surrender, Serena cracked the end of Kiyoshi
over the back of his head, knocking him out cold. ]
Serena:
Take him, he’s too valuable to kill now.
[Meanwhile,
Vergil rolled to the side as a clawed paw slammed into the earth where he hand
just been. Four phantom swords appeared, aiming for the remaining eyes,
blinding the demon. Rearing up on it’s hind legs, it howled in great pain.
Seeing the opening, Vergil charged forward, digging into the underbelly of the
Hellyote. Concentrating he channeled his power into his hands. His eyes glowed
green, his skin turned a slate gray; charged with his power, Vergil dug his
hands deeper inside, ripping through the ribcage, wrapping around what he was
sensing. The demon’s beating heart. With a yell, he released his power into the
demonic organ, vaporizing the heart completely. The Hellyote stiffened, falling
to the ground in a large heap. The Black Guards rushed up rifles ready, but
soon they lowered them, after seeing the demon was dead. ]
Solderi2:
What in God’s name…
Vergil
stared on, his eyes blazing green, his body slowly regenerating in front of the
men. With a mighty roar, he screamed, collapsing to the ground unconscious.
Capt.
Stakes: [Approaching] Who is he?
Serena:
[Walking up] He is Vergil…Sparda’s son….
