Living Darkness~+~ [[ Wild One, M ]]

[Saviour]

John's bright eyes skirted the entrance of the sinkhole, his body nearly trembling as he examined the possible entrances. Inside, was a surprise. Outside, was the secretive wrapping. After doing a routine check of his gear, John rubbed his bearded chin and climbed towards the cave's entrance. He slowed near the opening and settled himself onto his stomach. A humid breeze caressed his cheek as he peered inside the tiny opening. A breath parted his lips, and he reached forward. John's hands, which could tell stories like a history book, grasped the limestone of the small hole. He pulled himself forward, and wedged his smaller frame into the tunnel. After a few yards, he stepped out into a wet, rock room. A few soda straws dripped from the ceiling, and his feet sank slightly in a mixture of mud and guano. The scent of minerals and water relaxed his muscles and cleared his mind. A rare smile split across the normally quiet and mysterious man's lips. John pulled his boot from the muck, making a sort of squelching sound. He moved over to a rocky surface and kicked his boots off. He reached to his belt and clicked his flashlight on. The wet formations glistened in the yellow lighting, and a sigh escaped John's thin lips. He rested his piercing blue eyes a moment, and took in all the sounds of the cave. It was silent, and his ears picked up on the steady drip drop of water as it cascaded with the floor of the cave. He smiled, and started down a risky but beautiful tunnel. The cave was one of his favorites, and he knew it like the back of his hand.

--Later--

Warm, bright sunshine pushed at John's shoulders as he neared the small cafe. It was a mom and pop shop, and it smelled of rich coffee and syrup. The blue of his eyes seemed to dim to a light silver as he stepped inside the artificial lighting, and he straightened his jacket. As he trailed the series of booths and tables, he thought about how the day might turn out. He was part of a small group of cavers that were informed about caves as they were discovered. Few people braved the tight tunnels and pitch black atmosphere that came with the eerie silence of caves. John's eyes rested on two tables that were slid together and filled with about four people. He recognized Nick, a close friend of his who had invited John along. Nick knew John well, and thought it very clever to bring him along. He knew few other people that could name minerals and formations, as well as creatures, as easily as John could. He weaved around a table or two before taking a seat beside his friend. "Hey bud, we are so psyched! What about you, are you pumped?" He exclaimed, his teeth bright and his eyes glowing. John's lips curled slightly, but in a barely noticeable manner. "Sure" He said quietly, and let his eyes trail around the group. There were three men, and two women in the group. He recognized the couple that he had caved with a few month back, but they were a little too arrogant for his liking. The other woman was new, and John looked her over in a glance. She was beautiful, and seemed to be a sweet, caring young woman. He turned his attention to the husky woman who had come by to take his order. John told her he would have a glass of water and his usual. The dish consisted of eggs, sausage, and toast. As Nick divulged in an intriguing story of a cave he had explored with John and another young man, John unwrapped his napkin and weaved his knife over and under his fingers. The movement out of lack of things to do, but he clearly wasn't bored. John's mind wandered freely as he listened to the story and the sounds that echoed from the small cafe's kitchen.

[Saviour]

Buuuuuumpppp lol

[Guest]

(Sorry)

Loud noises filled the air, cars beeping and screeching to a stop or when they moved forward, people talking, foot falls echoing, and much more. A strand of hair flew on to a pale pink skinned girl's face and tickled her noise. She brushed it from her face as she opened a door and entered a quite cafe, smiling. She walked to her group and took a seat and order a small amount of scrambled eggs mixed with cheese, four pieces of bacon, a slice of warm cinnamon bread, and a small coffee. She talked with the others while she waited then a man came, the person in the group they said she had yet to meet. He took a seat and ordered right as her food came. He was cute in her opinion and she simply waved instead of saying hi and introducing herself in a excited manner like she had with the others. "This is Emily John, John Emily." Some one said and she nodded smiling. She took her coffee mug and mixed all the stuff up how she liked and took a timid sip as if it'd burn her badly. The warm brown liquid entered her mouth and warmed her up. Setting it down she reached for a napkin and sat it by her plate. She picked up her fork and started to eat her meal.

[Saviour]

John's ocean blue eyes lifted as he accepted the orange juice. He took a few long gulps, the drink refreshing after his climb. His eyelids parted and he glanced at someone who was speaking to him. He then trailed his gaze to the woman he was talking about. He set down his drink and pressed the back of his hand to his now chilled lips. He nodded softly as a greeting, then turned back to the group. Her silence had confused him. Sure, he was quiet. Everyone knew that though, and he was usually surrounded by louder people. Cavers tended to be loud when they weren't exploring. However this woman wasn't loud, she was just like him. Or she was pretending to be, either way she was an oddity to him. He brushed a strand of his wavy brown hair out of his face and ran a hand across his unshaven but not quite bearded chin. John turned and looked at Nick. "So where is this cave?" He asked, his voice was quiet but low in his throat. The tone of his words was unique, as though he wasn't really curious but that he was still expecting an answer. Nick was unfazed by the mysterious sound of John's voice and pointed out of the large window they were positioned next to. "There, in the saddle of those foothills." He said, his lips curling up in an excited grin. He turned to look at his buddy. "You're going to love it. A cave under hills- that's still massive and full of bats. It's a wet cave as well- so who knows what sort of formations we'll find!" He said, shifting in his seat and laughing quietly. John looked over at his giddy friend. "Probably columns... That sort of thing." He answered, then realized that Nick's question was rhetorical. He laughed slightly at the end to make it seem like a joke, and turned to the sound of a woman's voice. His clear blue eyes locked with the waitresses, and hesitation spread between the two. She shook her head and set down his plate. "Thank you" He told her gratefully before turning around in his seat and taking a forkful of hash browns into his mouth.

[Guest]

When Emily finished her meal she took another sip of cofee and used the napkin to clean off any food on her lips which there was none. She set it on her plate and pushed it to the side for the waiter to take. She listened to Nick describe the cave and felt great curiosity about it. Taking another sip of Coffee she joined in to a conversation about bats some of the group started, she was great with animal and living science. In fact the whole cave exploring thing was new to her and she was thrilled to give it a whirl. Her dirty blond bangs fell into her face and she pulled them back behind her ear once again.

[Saviour]

John looked up from his meal as the discussion about bats and other biological features of caves grew to a good conversation. He didn't join in, it wasn't his forte. He preferred the geology and other such discussions. The condensation of the glass of orange juice left a ring on the dark tabletop as John lifted it to his lips. He drank long and slow, the tang of the citrus equalized by a small bit of sweetness. He set the glass back down, and looked up at the woman called Emily. She was amazing at life sciences, knowing the behavior and physical characteristics of almost every animal they brought up. He smiled mentally, though on the outside he was still an emotionless and fogged window. He listened to their ideas and theories, and their occasional arguments. John didn't mind the feeling of being lost as they talked about these things, and he returned his attention to his meal.

[Guest]

Slowly after awhile Emily pulled away from the conversation and said she'd be right back. She stood, seeming tall then turned to walk away. Very high high heels became visible as she walked in her mid leg long skirt. They made her seem 5'4 but she was realy 4'6, her eyes focused on the bathroom door and soon she pushed it open and slid in.

After emptying her bladder she washed her hands and walked out. Walking to the group she took a seat then tapped on the waitress and order a small slice of coffe cake then turned back to the group.

[Saviour]

John glanced at Emily as she stood and disappeared into the lady's room, her heels tapping against the floor. He shook his head softly and turned back to the table. The waitress took John's plate and disappeared into the kitchen. After another drink of his juice, the glass was emptied and he turned his attention to the group. They had switched to a subject he was comfortable in and explained certain things that were newly discovered as well as some that some crazy people thought was proof of an alien invasion. He chuckled there- the sound itself an alien to the mysterious and quiet man.

[[ Gah, that sucked ]]

[Guest]

Emily listend picking up on stuff abd learning. Her eyes gave off a very curious glare abd she smiled at some things. When the whole alien thing popped up she was forced to keep herself from laughing, which was slightly obvious. Aliens? Really? She thought for it'd be werid if they came and invated earth like that.

[Saviour]

John's smile was hesitant, and he turned to Emily. She was clearly trying to hide her laughter. His smile faded but his eyes remained friendly. "Isn't it outrageous?" He said, and rested his chin on his fist. The waitress dropped off a coffee cake for her and then took John's glass from the table. He nodded his thanks and leaned back in his chair. "So, are we going to stop by so you can change or are you going to plunge through bat guano in those lovely heels?" He said, his voice flat as it normally was but it wasn't hostile. Some people found him very anal and they didn't like him, but that was because they didn't know him.

[Guest]

At the words Emily turned her head and looked at him, instantly she felt nervous. She nodded at him then he asked about her heels, liking the comment about them being lovly she muttered a thanks before saying, "No of course not."" she said then leaned down to a awfully large purse abd pulled out some sneakers and showed them to him. She smiled whe her cake arived and thanked the lady. She began to eat small delicate bites as if trying her hardest to be lady like cause in all honesty that wasn't one of her best qualities. She then switched shoes and put the heels in her black plan cheep purse. She returned to John with a smile on her face.

[Saviour]

John nodded when she showed her sneakers. "Ah, I see" He said and rested his hands on his lap. He listened to the others, and rested his eyes. The rush of his breath was silenced by the clanking of dishes and laughter that surrounded him. It was such a difference, caves and the real world. In fact, he wondered what it would be like to just live in one. Have everything you need, and live your entire life in a cave. He liked the idea, but would never go through with it. He enjoyed his bed and shower much too much to live that way. Now, if he could bring the peacefulness of the cave to his home, that would be perfect. He opened his eyes when his mind decided to rest, and he nodded softly at Emily's smile. He didn't return the gesture as he rarely did. Nick set his napkin on the table and slid his chair back. "So, should we be on our way?" He said, his voice and soft yet masculine features beaming.

[Guest]

Emily turned and listened to the group as he did. Her cake was soon finished and she moved the plate a side and finished her coffee. Listening to every one talking on she smiled then head Nick's words. With excitement she stood up in her long unfancy skirt which was obviously one she had used out in the feild, same for her shirt. Excitement raced through her she hadn't been in a cave since high school. She dusted off her skirt and smoothed the wrinkles, she felt so small standing without her heels, everyone who was standing at the table toward her, even John who seemed shorter then the other guys.

[Saviour]

John stood up, and pushed his chair back under the table he sighed quietly and pushed his calloused hands into his jean pockets. He wasn't sure how Emily was going to fare in that skirt of hers, but he ignored it and walked behind his friends. They stepped out into the warm air and John inhaled deeply, the scent was fresh, but not as welcoming as the wet minerals of a cave. He glanced back and held the door for Emily. Once she passed through, he let the door swing close. The grass was soft underfoot as John made his way over to the front of the group. He stood next to Nick, and was a full foot and a half shorter than him. He preferred the height that he was though, it made caving much easier. He scanned the landscape and listened to Nick's careful coordinates as he planned the route in his mind.

[Guest]

Emily let out a quite, "Thanks." When he helled the door for her. She walked out into the beaming sunlight and radiant heat. She didn't know much about caves but was excited to learn more. As they walked that way she caught herself starring over at John. Realizing that she looked down quickly.

(Sss)

[Saviour]

Nick shoved John and grinned, then walked down the hill towards the cave. John caught himself before falling and grunted at his friend. He followed him, listening in on the funny conversation that Robert and Jenny were having behind him.

[[ That's okay same here ]]

[Guest]

Emily fallowed behind and felt her heart racing when she saw the cave, she was soooo excited. Some one the tapped her shoulder, it was one of the guys in the group. The two started a very interesting conversation and shared stuff they knew in their feild of science. The information was very helpful to Emily and she hoped hers was to him.

[Saviour]

John slowed near the opening and so did Nick. He turned around to face the group, and Nick made sure everyone was alright to go in. Nick turned and crawled in first. "The ladies can go in next" He called from inside, and John ushered Emily towards the opening.

[Guest]

When they reached the cave Emily smiled. She listend to them then went in. She looked around herself curiously as she fallowed behind Nick. Her heart pounded with excitement.

[Saviour]

John went in after Jenny, and Robert followed behind him. He stepped inside and Nick told him to move to the front. Of course, he thought to himself. He wasn't complaining, but it was sort of assumed that he would be placed at the front. He squeezed around everyone, and tripped on a rock. Losing his balance, he collided with Emily and she ended up against the cave wall. John's hands on either side of her to steady himself. His ice blue eyes opened to see hers, and he jumped back. "Sorry" He said, then slide around Nick to the front of the line.

[Guest]

Emily was spooked when she was suddenly pushed agents the wall. Their faces so close to one another it made her blush, she giggled whe she realized her had tripped, "It's ok." She said as he jumped back. She fallowed along with every one down the dark cave once able to move from the wall.

[Saviour]

John walked slowly down the tunnels of the cave, his footing a key part in the safety of this adventure. He slipped slightly on the moist rock, but his shoe caught and he continued down the downward slope. He flashed his light down the tunnel, and froze. Two eye reflections gazed back at him. His heart practically in his throat, John backed up a little. Nick pushed him forward, not knowing he had stopped. John gripped the wall in one hand and the flashlight in the other. The creature owning the eye lights startled and disappeared. The sound of John's breathing echoed around him like an eerie rhythm. "John?" He heard Nick's voice, and John looked up at him. The bright light of his flashlight causing his eyes to glow grey. "I'm fine" He cleared his throat, telling himself he had imagined the incident.

[Guest]

Emily fallowed along carefully keeping her footing as she talked to the same guy from earlier who seemed to want to just talk to her, dose he like me? She wondered and hoped not since she didn't like hurting people. When John suddenly stopped she bumped into Nick and lost her footing for a moment but was helped by the guy who seemd intrested in her, "I'm fine, thanks." She said as he opend his mouth to question her. Looking forward she waited for John to move while she said sorry to Nick.

[Saviour]

John stood shakily and flashed his light around the small widening of the tunnel. He shook his head, and stepped through. He came to a large, open room. A breeze met his face and he inhaled deeply.

[[ SSS ]]

[Guest]

Emily fallowed in, the breeze ruffled her skirt up a bit but she didn't make a move to stop it since she had put shorts underneath. She looked around, the cave smelt different then the outside world she was used to but smelt good. She then saw a bat with fungus on it and frowned, the bat killing syndrome had spreaded to the cave and they would need to wash good so they didn't spread it and she'd have to tell her one boss about this since it was her department. She looked back down from the celling to every one else.

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