Phantom of Death
The images that haunted his mind, bringing back memories of his past, continued flowing like waves; yet amidst the confusion, another vision began to form, one that brought no physical strain, but rather a feeling of unexpected comfort. As he gazed upon his younger self, there was a figure beside him, almost maternal in nature, with a hand resting on his shoulder. All the pain began to ease, bringing forth a sense of clarity. Kasir’s inner turmoil was relieved, even if only for a moment. It made him feel more determined, causing the flames within to grow, driven by the force of some kind of new understanding. Everything clicked in that moment.
Shortly after, there was another ripple of energy through the Force-–sharp and piercing through his thoughts. He recognized the voice of Gerwald Lechner , and it was a summon to join the other minds of his brethren, so he might benefit from the power of the Battle Meditation. Inhaling a breath, he focused just enough so that he could allow its power to wrap around him like a cloak. More sensations flooded over him; their ambitions seemed to intertwine with his own, a collaboration of darker desires.
Rage temporarily pulsed through his veins like fire as the Padawan dared to withhold the commlink, his mind seething at the very thought of someone going against his will; he was used to getting his way, and her defiance was not well received.
The impact of the Phobis device now seemed to affect her as well. Still, the Darkseeker drank in the pitiful pleas that left her lips, even as the situation intensified. Her stumbling steps only served to confirm his belief that she was surely as useless as earlier when they first crossed paths. And though tears flowed, staining her youthful features, they only served to fuel his indifference, for in this cruel galaxy, pity was a weakness he could never afford.
A sickening sensation brewed within as he witnessed her foolish attempt at heroics, trying to aid the lowly citizen who approached him only moments ago. In his eyes, non Sith were nothing more than pawns, below his own kind.
The resistance wasn't something he was keen on entertaining. Instinctively, his hand lashed out. With a subtle shift of his thumb and index finger, their air path was sealed shut, silencing them completely as they were choked into submission. The desperation was evident as hands clawed at the throat, hoping to break free. Their own colors then shifted, much like Zaiya's, but where hers were drawn from emotion, the other only promised death. His touch was anything but gentle, and he wasted no time throwing their lifeless form to the side.
When her empathetic energy surged through the air this time, he was more aware of its nature, and passively accepted it without registering a single emotion towards it. The Sith’s gloved hand then extended towards the vulnerable Padawan, the palm facing up as if offering reassurance; however, in a swift motion, he withdrew it. "I’m not the one you need to be concerned about right now, child.” He turned to scan the streets for more potential threats before returning his attention to her. "We need to keep moving, Zaiya."
His reputation among those who knew him may have branded him a monster of many cruel deeds, yet never had that nature reached children. In the depths of his own twisted moral compass, it was something beneath him.
Despite the fear that still threatened to consume his thoughts, he couldn't help but catch reflections of the white haired woman from earlier. Kasir recognized the figure now as Srina Talon , and he was ready to set off in direction to where he felt the influence of the Dread Queen.
“Let’s go.” His tone was firm. Without another word, he pivoted on his heel and began to head down the street.
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