Brother of Cain (Cain Induction)

[Mathew Amtrum]

Mathew pulled his fist back before it would hit Cain and slam it in to the ground. Sinking below the stone so that Cain would rest on the street alone. Moments later Mathew would rise up and off to the side from the street and start to dress himself as Kiyr continued the ritual.

[Destiny]

Cain stayed where he was, hands and knees on the street, and wiped at his mouth with the back of his hand. So far, it had gone better than he had expected, but not as well as he had hoped for. A small frown formed on his lips as he stood up, pulling his sleeves back down.

He was breathing slightly harder, but it wasn't a concern. He thought the fight would continue further.

Instead, he turned to look at the woman who had stopped the fight, unsure of what came next.

[Kyrie Blaze]

Kiyr would shift in front of Cain, blue eyes still bright, but tempered and focused. Keen. She squared her body off, matching her centre to his, and tipped her chin up--he was eight inches taller than her, after all.

"Do you have what it takes to continue in this fashion--to live the life of a Warrior? To relentlessly fight, to bleed..?"

If, and only if, he said yes, she would continue.

"Then I welcome you to our ranks as a Brother, and add my strength to your own."

Quickly, her left arm would be drawn up, a fist forming as her limb unfurled in a snapped punch for his jaw. It was straight, quick, meant to complete the ceremony. If it connected, she would take one single, entire step back, put her fisted hand over her heart, and incline herself forwards in a bow.

"Welcome to the Dragons, Brother."

[Destiny]

Cain's gaze would match her own, and at her question, he would hesitate only for a moment before nodding.

"I do."

The punch was unexpected, and Cain's head would snap to the side from it, reopening the wound that lay in his mouth from the headbut earlier. He scowled slightly, but let it fade from his face, as it seemed this was more of the ceremony. A slight nod of his head would come in response, but after a second, Cain would bow a slight bit as well, not wanting to seem disrespectful.

"Thank you."

Another family. Ugh.

[Mathew Amtrum]

Mathew and the others brought their fists to their chests in salute of Cain before dispersing. Mathew himself would approach the man and reach in to his coat pocket and pull out an insignia. A patch to be worn on his clothing in the symbol of the Dragons.

"Looks like you passed. Here you go. Welcome to the fold Brother."

He handed the insignia to Cain.

[Kyrie Blaze]

Kiyr quirked her head to the side and observed Cain's reactions. She stepped back with a partial turn and gave a nod to Mathew.

Whatever that was about was between them.

She completed the turn and strode off, in her shorts and sports bra. The crowd didn't cheer, but moved forwards to welcome him, as well.

[Destiny]

Cain took the insignia, looking over it for a moment before placing it in his pocket.

"First step of many, I assume."

It was obvious from the tone of his voice that he expected more, and there was undisguised impatience in his voice as well. He would look over the crowd slightly, putting a smile on his face as they welcomed him.

[Mathew Amtrum]

"Yes. Levi Kayamei will be your drill instructor. You will be given duties such as patrols and any missions that those that out rank you give you. Other than that you are free to pursue your path to power and to learn what you came to learn."

That wicked grin returned.

"But. If you get in my way, or in the way of the whole we will cut you down at the knees and burn you to ashes. Talk to Levi if you want to improve your martial strength first. If you are more interested in the supernatural then I suggest you talk to Leon Sudeki in his tower. As for me, I got shit to do."

He waved him away and turned to start walking away. He had his options on which path he wished to follow first. The type of power he needed was a personal choice. Though in the end he would obviously grow in both.

"I'll find you later when I think of something for you to do for me. Kiyr will show you to your apartment."

[Destiny]

"If you say so."

Cain didn't seem worried about the threat. As long as he got what he wanted, there was no reason for him to take part in any risky behaviour. He would simply watch Mathew walk away, somewhat amused that he already had a new place to live.

Even though he had no idea who Kiyr was.

[Kyrie Blaze]

She hadn't gotten terribly far. Definitely not far enough to escape earshot. So when she heard her name mixed into a task, she paused, pivoting slightly to watch over her shoulder.

If Cain was observant enough, he'd notice.

[Destiny]

With an exhale that sounded much like a sigh, Cain would turn away, looking for this "Kiyr". His gaze would roam until he spotted the blonde from before, who seemed to be waiting.

It was as safe a bet as any.

He walked towards her, idly wiping his mouth to ensure no more blood was leaking from it. Once he'd come close enough for casual conversation, he would give her what he hoped was a winning smile.

"Kiyr, I presume?"

[Kyrie Blaze]

The blonde remained still as Cain approached, standing lightly and patiently. The smile was received with a neutral blink, but so as not to seem unfriendly, the edges of her lips curved upwards in a tiny smile before she inclined her head in a nod.

"That is correct. And you are..?"

[Destiny]

"Cain."

It was a simple statement, but he put an emphasis on the name, as if it meant something.

"So you work for him?"

Cain thumbed in the direction Mathew had left in.

[Kyrie Blaze]

Another blink, and her eyes followed the line that Cain was pointing to as she mulled over his emphasis and manner. She found that she bristled a little, internally.

"You mean the Earth Dragon..?" She raised an eyebrow, slowly, but to make a point. There was a careful emphasis placed on the title that she called him, as it did matter, in direct opposition to how apparently lofty Cain thought of himself.

The lack of respect could simply be due to ignorance on Cain's part, so she did not allow herself to become visibly annoyed. Curious, though, yes. Where was this one from if he did not know..? Or had he simply lived in ignorance?

That was something dangerous in itself.

"As for working... I would not deign to say that this is a job. This is, rather, a way of life, though I do apprentice under him to earn a Name."

Honest and to the point. She didn't seem to visibly care he just indirectly called her Mathew's lackey.

[Destiny]

Cain nodded at her initial question, though he inwardly rolled his eyes. He wouldn't mention anything about it, at the moment, as there was no point in causing unnecessary waves. The smile almost froze on his face as she explained herself a bit more, and he had to bite his tongue. It was going to be harder than he thought.

This was no family, it was a cult.

"I see. And here I thought you had a name already."

Cain gave a bit of a shrug. the smile still plastered on his face.