Rating: T
Setting: Before the events of The Halfling and the Vampire
Characters: Talia Xanatos, Owen Burnett, David Xanatos
Relationships: None
Warnings: None
Other Tags: Mild Hurt/Comfort, Rejection, Minor spoilers for story
Chapter 2
Home
Xanatos looked up the castle and frowned. Owen put down his suitcase, walking up to him.
"Welcome home, Mister Xanatos. I'm sorry to tell you that the Grimorum as well as the gargoyles. However, I'll think you'll find this interesting." He pulled out a video player and gave it to him.
"Fascinating." He watched the security footage. "It would seem we have new player in the game. But we'll worry about that later. I'm home. That's all that matters now."
They walked inside. A young girl was sitting at the table. She had black wavy hair and tan skin. She looked at them. Xanatos furrowed his brow.
"Hi, Owen." She said.
"You remember Talia, don't you, sir?" He looked at him.
Xanatos' lips turned downward slightly. The teenager Owen wanted him to adopt. "Ah, I remember now. If you'll excuse me, I have some things to check on."
Talia pursed her lips as Xanatos left. She got up. "That went great."
"Your father just got home, Talia. He will talk to you later." Owen told her.
"He didn't even say hi." Talia crossed her arms.
"Come, Talia. I will make you breakfast." He walked toward her, placing a hand on her shoulder.
"Crêpes?" She said hopefully.
"Of course." He smiled lightly as they went to the kitchen.
