Just a Vacation

So questions could be asked why he came to this place after dispatching Kiriel. He needed a place to quietly ascertain things. He'd not been in control of his body for a while after all. His crimson orbs looked at the hand questioningly as though to see if it was his. It had been some time since he fought or did things to that extent. Not since his time as a human in that village. But his skills combined with the body he'd obtained were helpful. Was obtained the right word in this situation though, it had always been his. Verathius simply existed and presented him a chance to escape. To withdraw within his own mind and focus on what he loved. Splintering his mind in two and reforming it was difficult. Ashlei and Rose were going to be challenging to get too. But in this situation, he suspected he could handle one perhaps. But that didn't matter as the red-haired male leaned back. His frame had found a nice bench to rest on in this place. It seemed to be North Korea from what he could tell or maybe it was South. Humans named their cities strange things or countries he guessed. So many different dialects and things running around. Though he did have to give K-World credit. This place was quiet and a good spot for him to rest himself after that. Verathius had almost lost before becoming complete. At this moment it seemed likely Nagato and the others would begin moving. Soon Hueco Mundo would be a battlefield of the likes none could imagine. It all was happening how he'd anticipated so far at the very least. Everything was going to the strategic set up he'd figured out thus far. The world's gears were aligning and soon Nagato would begin. Everything moved at a pace that was acceptable and alright far as he was concerned. It felt strange being in control again after so many years. He could still vividly picture things from before as he sighed. Force and control were something entirely different as he watched the city now. This place was as good as anyone would be for a break.

Vacation or retreat from the battle to come. His black jacket covered his jawline as it was zipped up to his form. Wearing a black hakama with black tabi beneath his feet. No designs or special things and he'd taken the time to completely put his power under wraps. Controlling it was fairly easy as hiding his presence wasn't too hard. Though he couldn't truly accomplish anything about his appearance. Things like this were especially difficult to accomplish. Verathius had a combat-hardened appearance one that saw lots of battle. The act of hiding his jawline and mouth was a strange habit he'd formed. Though recently gaining control his clothing style was a product of it. He'd not been out or around much in this time period so some slip-ups were expected. It was like being in a coma but entirely aware of what was going on. You could somewhat push and pull at the person in charge. Give suggestions and let them chase the ball as it was in their court. Freedom was a strange concept to him after so long.

Chasing his sister's as a bulwark to protect them only to stop doing so. To not care about them anymore beyond anyone else. Though that was a hard truth to grasp now. Programming wasn't overcome easily and he suspected his sisters knew or didn't. That women were precious and deserving protection. The thought as it crossed his mind caused him to grimace. Still couldn't get that damn voice out of his head even now. Well, it mattered so little as the time was coming when he'd make an appearance before them. It was almost time for Verathius to return to combating the world's most hated force in some time. Shadow's Fall had earned some infamous reputation and he'd known it. But sitting idle and waiting were sadly the only choices he had. Time had come for him to snap those shackles and break free yet. Now it was time to begin his own revolution away from them all. K-World's territory was a safe place he imagined. It was strange though to return somewhere Ashlei had manipulated him once.