InsaneJournal

Tweak says, "wear pants, it's healthy one"

Nyx Ulric (insomniashero) wrote in snapthread,
@ 2019-11-17 01:09:00

Entry tags:

aziraphale, nyx ulric

WHO: Nyx Ulric and Aziraphale.
WHAT: A little sensual healing.
WHERE: Aziraphale's abode.
WHEN: Sunday morning.
RATING: Low.

There were only so much that Nyx could do about his wounds, and the offer was in place, so Nyx felt less guilty about approaching the healing man. Of course, he was hesitant at first, for his own personal and as Lunafreya would say, bullheaded reasons. She had told him to stop being so stubborn and go get himself healed already, so Nyx would abide by his directive on the situation and go see a man about some healing.

It took a only a few minutes to learn of where the man lived, and then an even shorter trip through town to find the right house. Nyx still wrapped up, and still a little sore as the nerves were starting to find feeling under the scarred and burnt skin, Nyx was excited to feel normal again and without the tightness of what he was feeling of the healing. Approaching the door, Nyx knocked without hesitation, being the man of action that he was. Keeping his injured arm close to his body to avoid any unnecessary pain, he waited patiently.

Then the door swung open, and the man who seemed too good for his own good, answered the door. "Um." Nyx paused while pin pointing his feel of the man before him. "I'm Nyx, and are you Aziraphale?" He asked softly, waiting for the answer before following up with. "I thought, if the offer was still there, I'd take you up on getting this," Nyx peeled some of the bandages to show the slow healing acid burns. "Disgusting mess taken care of." Despite the pain he felt at most moments, Nyx kept his face as passive as he could, and offered a smile to the other man. "Unless you're busy of course, I can come again or not at all.." Nyx shook his head. "I most of all don't want to be a bother or put you out any."

(Read comments) - (Post a new comment)

insomniashero
2019-11-18 10:34 pm UTC (link)

The door opened, and the man was, well, he was just so soft and kind looking. It was insane to think of a person in such a manner. The way Nyx looked up to King Regis, for the kind and fair man he was - this individual just radiated something different all together, and Nyx really couldn't place his finger on it.

Stepping into the house, Nyx took it in at a moments glance. Just the simple habits he had. Escape here, possible dangers there, but it was all just - casually homely. Nyx felt comfortable. "You say it's an easy fix," Nyx commented while following the other man. "But I question it." He sighed. "I've known healers to do healing in such ways, but it still took effort, so I find myself intrigued by you and yours." Of course, the healer he was mentioning his Lunafreya and her good Oracle abilities.

When Aziraphale brought him his tea, Nyx respectfully accepted the drink with his good hand, sipping lightly. "Thank, sir." He politely and graciously accepted the warmth. Especially as the air chilled more. "The injury.." Nyx paused mid sip thinking about when him and Kitty ventured through the door. "Uhm. I suppose maybe three weeks?" Nyx shrugged. "I don't think I'd of come if Lunafreya would let it go." Nyx looked away a bit sheepish. It wasn't like he wasn't grateful, it just, there had to be more deserving than him.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

softangel
2019-11-19 02:52 am UTC (link)

"I will admit I rather have a bit of a direct line to the greatest healer." Aziraphale explained, he still hadn't actually told anyone what exactly he was, and he doubted that was something that would change any time soon, but he would of course continue to help where he could. "I am sure healing happens in different ways in some places, but for me it is but the work of a thought." He explained, a none explanation perhaps, but it was as plain as he could put it.

Tea made Aziraphale felt a little more prepared to deal with humanity, or something very near it and he allowed Nyx to tell him a little bit more about when he'd received the injury that had been allowed to linger so long because he hadn't felt like he could ask for help? Or that he just didn't know, it was had to say really. "Do you want the hurt?" He wondered, curious. He knew that there were those who felt like pain was for a purpose, he of course had never been the sort. "I cannot see good reason to allow pain and injury to go on if not."

He sipped his tea carefully and then sat back, "Whenever you're ready," He told him, "If you would just allow me to see what it is we will be dealing with and then we can get to the business of healing."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

insomniashero
2019-11-20 05:54 pm UTC (link)

"Greatest healer?" Nyx questioned politely. That would be good to have around. Of course, it was fair that he would avoid it and let nature take it's course, but there was still benefits to having a world class healer about. "Where I'm from, the Oracle does the healing, and she is typically the only one capable of doing it." He thought fondly of Lunafreya with a smile. "And she's particularly great."

Shifting his attention to his tea, Nyx sipped on it slowly enjoying the warmth. Something to be said for tea. Taking a deep breath he sighed. "I don't believe anyone wants the hurt." Nyx admitted. "Though, it is the body's method on teaching limitations. I am but a man, and an aging man at that." Looking at his own wounds, he sighed. "Though, there has been some quality arguments regarding why not taking up the offer presented to me." That was his gaze fell back on the other man. "So I am gracious to your offer, Aziraphale."

Setting the tea down, Nyx shrugged his coat off his shoulders and then peeled off the bandages with a wince of pain. Revealing the fairly clean, yet oozy mess of his previous acid burns. "Yeah. Not the prettiest thing to happen to me. I think this might be worst than when I burning from the inside out..."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

softangel
2019-11-22 12:52 am UTC (link)

"Indeed," Aziraphale agreed nodding, "Our creator of course, she is the greatest healer there is." He explained because it seemed as though Nyx didn't know, but it was a simple thing to explain for Aziraphale. He was interested in hearing how healing worked where Nyx was from, done by someone called the Oracle. "How fascinating, and does she have that same direct line?" He wondered, it certainly sounded that way even if things worked a little differently there than they had in the world he'd come from.

Oh no, there were many who did want it, but he wouldn't argue semantics, he was more interested in what Nyx thought about it all rather than what some nameless person might or might not feel about the matter at hand as it were. "Is that so? I rather thought the body did a great deal of that without the aid of injuries." He reminded Nyx, he'd watched humans grow old often enough that he understood the way a body deteriorated, pains like what Nyx had were less to do with aging and more to do with circumstance and that never seemed like something to hold on to.

"No need for all that, I assure you." He promised, watching as Nyx peeled away the bandages and let him see what lay beneath."My dear fellow you should have come to me sooner, this is no way to live- burning from the inside?" He asked, stopping short at that idea, he'd never heard of such a thing.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

insomniashero
2019-11-22 05:35 am UTC (link)

Listening, Nyx took in the information. So this man worked with his world's creator. Good to know, and it was a woman. Also good to know. "The Oracle has communicating abilities with many of my world's gods. In fact, remind me to introduce you to Carbuncle." Nyx commented regarding his world and the gods. "Carbuncle is one of many, and he happens to reside here." With a faint smile he looked to Aziraphale. "He's cute, you'll like him."

"You're not wrong." Nyx would agree. "But, you have to push your body to the limits for it to learn and possibly surpass it's own abilities." Thinking to all his training, he thought about how he often had to push himself harder to be stronger, to be faster, to be better. If he wasn't at his prime, he couldn't protect those who needed him to do what he did. "The body is often a very interesting tool of existence." Staring at the table holding his tea he sighed.

"You say that, but some say I am incredibly stubborn." Nyx laughed while he looked at his own wounds before the questioned burning was brought forward, and that only made Nyx laugh a little harder. It wasn't something that really was easily understood, but he would share his tale. "Yes. Burning from the inside out." Drumming fingers on his leg some he spoke more. "Where I'm from, I'm dead or had died." He looked to Aziraphale. "I made a deal with ancient and kings of the past of where I'm from, to grant me their powers so I could do what needed to be done. The Princess, Lunafreya, had her destiny to fulfill and I could not let her die in that city.." He paused thinking about the words that were shared. "So to save her, the man I would consider my brother, and many innocents in the city - I traded my life for a night of fighting." Nyx looked away from the man who radiated being a better man than him. "And kill the traitor who betrayed our king."

Bring his gaze back to Aziraphale he finished. "So the magic from these ancient kings, burned me from the inside out." A wicked smile crept across his lips. "And I'd do it all again if I had to."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

softangel
2019-11-24 08:07 pm UTC (link)

Aziraphale was unsure of how he felt about the idea of a god here in this place, it had felt removed from that sort of thing in many ways - the forces of heaven and hell seemed to have no idea this place existed and he and Crowley had been able to live lives that were entirely their own. "Cute is not a word I've heard used to describe god, but I would like the opportunity to meet yours." He decided.

He hummed a thoughtful response to Nyx's explanation of how he used a body. "Well a body is a very useful tool, I will give you that." He agreed, having lost his own once before he knew what it was to be without a body and the trouble it was finding a compatible body to carry him around. So it was best to know the limits of a body he could agree. "Existence is much improved in a body."

Nyx's tale of how he had come to be here, or perhaps it was just the life he had before - it was strange, unlike anything he had ever heard in all of his time on Earth as well as the time before. It was very interesting, this world in which he could be granted such powers and yet to have them meant death for him. "It sounds as thought it was an honorable trade then." He allowed, even if he did not understand the need for such powers necessarily, he was unburdened by the needs and desires of men very often, so this was strange to him. "And the trade was worthwhile if you would have made it a second time."

"Here though," He added, "There is no need to make a trade for the kind of healing you require. I simply need you to extend your hand for me."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

insomniashero
2019-11-25 06:07 am UTC (link)

Just as Aziraphale mentioned wanting to meet little Carbuncle, Nyx called for him, just as one did a god - pure thought alone. There it was. The little blue fox with the red gem in it's head. All Nyx did was point with his good hand. "There he is." He sighed some. "On Eos, he's a messenger god, and a protector. He just sort of appears when he wants to." Looking to Aziraphale, he smiled. "Though he likes to be doted upon. Treats and pets." And just as if taking cue, the little fox found his way to Nyx and he pet the top of his head. "Carbuncle, go say hello to Aziraphale." Carbuncle though would look at the other man, and then to Nyx. Yawn, and trot off behind a chair to not come out from the other side, as if it knew he was being watched.

"Welp." Nyx laughed. "He sort of does what he wants." Nyx rolled his eyes some. "Like steal my snacks."

"I find having a body in credibly useful." Nyx agreed. "Considering without a body, I cease to exist." There was a mindful thought as he considered if he would just die. He was considered worth of the power of kings, would they take him in and would he join the kings in the ring to weigh the worth of the next one to attempt to wield it's power? He didn't know. "It was." Nyx said suddenly. "I do not believe there is a thing I wouldn't have done in that moment to keep her safe." The innocent statement for Lunafreya, had some heavier undertones for sure, because well - he was just a little mad for the woman.

Extending his hand to Aziraphale, he took that leap of faith in the man. "That's good, for I do not wish to leave this realm."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

softangel
2019-11-26 03:47 am UTC (link)

He had not realized it would be an immediate thing, but Aziraphale looked curiously at the fox that appeared when called, now that was interesting. A god who came when called. It was a different sort than his own creator of course, but he was aware of the beliefs in other types of deities, but this was his first time meeting one of them. "How fascinating," He would have to see if he could find some time with the fox at some point when he did not have other pressing matters to deal with. "Are all gods like that where you are from?" He wondered, curious now that Nyx had gotten him started. It had been a long time since he'd seen something quite so new.

"You cease to exist?" He asked now surprised once more by the idea, "Is that how it is where you are from? There is no thought to the soul?" He asked, there were so many things to learn it seemed, he was surprised at himself for not having realized it sooner. But so many of the people here were not unlike the mortals from his own world that he had not thought there would be much to learn. The two young women they had all but adopted were the exception to the rule.

Aziraphale knew something about doing whatever it took to keep someone safe, he'd done it without a thought when he'd thought that Crowley might come to harm. There had been no hesitation or doubt within him, he'd trusted in the prophecy and allowed the switch to happen so that he might insure that the one being in all of creation that he truly cared for would survive this new world after the failed apocalypse. As for Nyx, he just nodded. "She must be very lovely."

Now though there was the matter of healing to see to. And as he'd promised it was a simple thing, he cast up a quick prayer, lifting one hand upward and muttering the desire for healing as he drew his hand down and then as if it had never been the skin healed itself and all the damage that had been done to him was gone, nothing more than a dream now. "There we are." He gave Nyx a pleased smile. "Right as rain."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

insomniashero
2019-11-27 04:11 pm UTC (link)

Well, to be fair, Nyx was often just lucky that Carbuncle liked him. It wasn't as if he was at the beck and call of the Glaive. The little fox mostly did as it pleased. Like the time in the heat where it spent the entire week in Tony's cool place. "They're not." Thinking back to some of his lessons, there were really only six main gods. "So I suppose technically, Carbuncle is a lesser god like figure. Shiva for example is one of the main six Astrals, or gods." Nyx shrugged some. "I have never witnessed them, or anything like that." A faint smile. "That's the job of the Oracle, not a simple soldier like me."

Considering the words, he shrugged. "I suppose in some cases the soul is saved to educate future generations, like the royal family - each king joins into the Ring of Lucii, and they present their power to the worthy." Burn the unworthy. "Though I will be honest, I have not made much thought on what happens to the soul when the body dies." Nyx shrugged.

"The Princess is incredible." There was a small laugh from Nyx while he thought on her. "A little brash, and stubborn... but she is incredibly kind and aware of others. Wanting the good to outweigh the bad." He sighed. "Selfless and eager to do the good that needs to be done for the people." A weak smile trickled over his lips. "She would have made a might Queen and wife to the Prince." Not a Glaive. She was not for Nyx to love.

Then just like that. He was healed. No spectical, no fancy words or bright lights. Just, healed. "I admit, that was anti-climatic." Nyx joked while he rolled his shoulder and stretched his body. It functioned as it was supposed to. He was very much healed just as the other man would say. "Aziraphale, you have a might fine gift. I am gracious you used it on me." Nyx turned his eyes to the other man. "Thank you."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

softangel
2019-11-27 08:56 pm UTC (link)

Ah ha, so it began to form a clearer picture as Nyx explained a bit more, the idea of lesser and greater gods was not unheard of to him of course, the humans of earth had some ideas about such things as well - though he had never had the opportunity to meet any of these other gods in time on earth, he rather thought perhaps they were an extension of his very own creator in some sort of way, but best not to ask too many questions of that sort of thing - Heaven would most certainly not approve. "How very interesting." He nodded while Nyx explained, "Does the Oracle commune with them directly? Or is it something else?" It took something very interesting to capture his attention like this but it turned out the idea of other gods had more than piqued his interest.

The world Nyx had come from seemed similar in some ways and yet so vastly different in many others that he did not know exactly how to make peace with that. Nyx himself seemed a fairly normal sort of man, a soldier, a little bit stiff perhaps but kind and brave as well - but the things he talked about as if they were commonplace, not normal at all from Aziraphale's point of view. However he was not here to proselytize to him so he would not now try and win him over on any ideas about the nature of his soul - for all he knew it had been spoken for in whatever place Nyx was from.

It was obvious looking at him though that he had a great deal of affection for his princess, the way he talked about her made it even more apparent. "She sounds very much like someone I know." Perhaps the goodness was a little overstated, but Aziraphale maintained that Crowley had always been rather good throughout their existence.

"Oh well I could give you more of a show if you like." He said with a laugh, "But is not necessary for healing," As he'd told Nyx before it was a simple thing really to be able to heal and why not use it here? Particularly for one who needed it as much as Nyx had. "Oh, no need for thanks at all my boy. it was a simple thing." He promised. "I am happy to help, next time you will come and see me sooner rather than spending your time in pain - it is unnecessary." He scolded lightly.

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

insomniashero
2019-11-27 10:48 pm UTC (link)

These questions were very curious. Nyx really didn't have many answers for the man regarding the gods, the faith, or the exact duties of the Oracle. What he knew was, she was important to the grand scale of the prophecies, and she was important to get to Noctis. Most of all, she was important to King Regis, and he swore to the man he would get her out to safety. "These questions of yours, I admit I really can't answer them." Nyx acknowledged. "But, I know someone who could and I am sure she would be incredibly happy to talk to you about them." Nyx offered a smile. "Maybe, if she is will, I could introduce the pair of you."

It was something Nyx never really considered until this moment. The soul of a person. Where and how. Was he a vessel just for this life source, and what were to actually happen when he was gone? Yes, his body would go back to the world and provide in a new way, but his being - what would happen to it? It was something new for Nyx to weigh over in consideration. Aziraphale had turned into quite the interesting individual to meet, Nyx was becoming more appreciative of this.

Immeasurable amounts of affection for the princess. "I believe we all deserve our own princess." Nyx commented regarding Lunafreya, regardless of their situation. Using princess loosely obviously. More along the lines of that special someone. Someone they just felt a connection with. Regardless of Nyx stepping further back from Lunafreya, to not get close. A forbidden fruit one would say.

Nyx laughed in return. "No grand show is needed." He reassured. "As much as you say it's not necessary, I still offer my gratitude." Nyx smiled to the man and still examined his body. It was like new almost. "If you are ever in the search of anything, please let me know." Nyx said looking back to Aziraphale. "I would be happy to keep an eye out for something you are in need of while I am through the doors." Then with the scolding, Nyx's eye roll was obvious. "Yes, if I am so gravely injured, I will consider seeking your care sooner." His eyes looked to the man, with a wicked yet playful smile. "Maybe."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

softangel
2019-11-30 08:52 am UTC (link)

"Oh yes, that would be wonderful." Aziraphale agreed when Nyx suggested that perhaps a better person to ask these questions might just be his friend. Aziraphale always wanted to know more so the chance to have some of these questions answered was something he would be only too happy to find. "If she find that agreeable I would be all too happy to meet her."

There was so much about their worlds that was different, Aziraphale hadn't quite considered it before now. Some part of him still operating under the idea that things were here as they had always been, the location might be different but the mechanics the same - but he was starting to understand that might not be the case at all. It was something that deserved a little thought, as well as a conversation with Crowley at some point. To get his thoughts on the matter as well.

"Indeed we do," Crowley might just protest the idea of being called a princess but Aziraphale thought he understood the young man's meaning. He certainly needed Crowley, existence would simply not be worth the energy necessary to keep it going without him. So yes, he understood completely.

As for anything he might be in search of, well - "If you happen to find any prophecies in your travels I would very much like to hear them." He decided, it was perhaps not the sort of thing one simply came across easily, but if he did. "See that you do," He added with one final warning, "There is no need to go on in pain, I hope I've managed to convince you of that much."

(Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

insomniashero
2019-12-02 05:51 am UTC (link)

"Of course." Nyx smiled. "I think she will also greatly enjoy speaking with you. She has been curious since arriving here." Shifing his weight some, Nyx watched the man. "When I speak to her, I'll let you know and we can meet up." Thinking, he added quickly. "Possibly with some dessert, like pie." Something like that would be good, right? Allow them to get together with tea and pie and Aziraphale and Lunafreya could discuss their things to their heart's content. Hell, after the initial introduction, Nyx could see himself out. The princess wouldn't be in any harms way here with this healer.

Nyx laughed ever so slightly in a nervous manner. "Of course. If I believe I need your help, I will come see you immediately." That was the thing, Nyx wasn't going to run to this man every time he needed a little healing. There was a time and place for everything, and Nyx wouldn't abuse the man's abilities. Despite being told to come see him.

"I will not sit, being melted by acid when I can come visit." Nyx polished off his statement. Nyx stood up. "Though, I should be going." Rolling his shoulder. "The Princess will wish to see me whole again. She hasn't stopped worrying since I got back, and she might be going insane with that worry is my concern." Nyx bowed the slightest to Aziraphale. "Though if you ever need anything, please let me know."

(Reply to this) (Parent)

(Read comments) -