Two Faces // A TSAMS AU [Canceled, I guess?]

Chapter 5. - Veiled in Violet

CONTENT WARNING

This chapter contains themes that may be distressing to some readers, including:

-Emotional Abuse

-Manipulation and Gaslighting

-Dark Atmosphere

-Physical Violence

-Violence, Gore & Blood

-Disturbing Imagery

Reader discretion is advised.

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[ -> The colour violet can represent mystery. ]

"Don't you remember the little deal we made, Lunar?"

Eclipse's voice boomed in his mind, causing him to instinctively retreat. The sound of snapping twigs under his feet filled the quiet air. "Of course, I remember it, brother," he replied, running a hand over his hood, and exhaling with a sense of unease. As the gentle rustling of the leaves blended with Lunar's unsteady breathing, he took deep inhales in between body convulsions to steady himself before Eclipse could detect any changes in his tone - nervousness. "Don't refer to me as- Okay, great!" he interjected with a cheerful yet sardonic tone. "And Lunar - You weren't with Bloodmoon, weren't you?" Despite being limited to communication through a brain-implanted telephone, the younger brother used his body language to assure his compliance with his sibling's rules - tilting his hands in rush swings, mechanical clicks emerging from his wrists. As the brother explained, Eclipse praised him by saying, "You're doing great, Lunar," but there was a subtle hint of animosity in his tone. Then he firmly added:" You have ten minutes to get back here." "Sure thing, Eclipse!" the animatronic said, tapping his fingertip on his faceplate and looking up. "Can I have that candy you promised me, by the way?" Lunar's eyes lit up as he tasted the hint of acid mixed with the tang of strawberry and apple in his mouth when he imagined biting into his favourite gummy candy. "Oh, that crap again," said Eclipse quietly, then raised his voice, deliberately drowning out what he had just said. "What was it again? Smarties?" Lunar laughed as he dramatically spread his arms, cloak flying in the soft, wavering air that passed over his body. "No, Skittles, BUT in sour!" "Wow - great job, Lunar - you know which flavour you want." Eclipse's sarcasm, which was always at the top of his voice when Lunar was happy, filled Lunar's mind with a deep sense of self-doubt. He wondered if he was an idiot, or why his brother was always sarcastic. Sometimes he had no cause to be cheerful or emotional, but he simply wanted to be himself. He believed that Eclipse had a valid reason for his sarcasm. After all, he was his brother, and he wanted what was best for him! Lunar's thoughts abruptly stopped, and he staggered forward in surprise as Eclipse's amplified voice attempted to gain Lunar's attention. "D-Do you still hang out with Sun and Moon, Lunar?" he stammered, and Lunar could have sworn his older brother wanted to slap himself for the sudden stuttering, but Eclipse managed to keep his voice monotone. Despite Lunar's ability to read emotions better than his brother, he ignored the animatronic's interruption - he did not want to be yelled at when he asked the reason for the stutter. "Yes," Lunar's voice grew more suspicious as he processed the slight shock, "Why?" "I think you certainly know why - you hang out with them and do stupid crap -" "You mean... lots of fun -" "You think I LOOK like I give a damn about some stupid detail?", Eclipse snapped at Lunar, showing no concern for the trivial matter at hand. His voice carried a sternness that gradually gave way to anger as he realized Lunar's intentions. Eclipse couldn't help but feel that Lunar's attempting to correct or question him was utterly pointless and foolish. After all, he was the one who created Lunar! But Lunar's constant stream of nonsense was nothing new, so why bother getting upset about it? However, Eclipse couldn't help but wonder if Sun or Moon were up to something, causing that Lunar's acting is different than normal, as they often made foolish decisions that matched their intelligence. Although, he wouldn't be surprised considering their track record. "Anyway, you've encountered a... 'nicer' version of me, haven't you?" he explained, his tone filled with distrust that intensified towards the end of his statement, "If you really want to know why I'm exactly asking that question: I feel like you're more warily than usual, Lunar. And I think you're not that stupid to realize the point of fact." This made Lunar feel uneasy, causing him to nervously stroke his upper arm. "Nope, I understand!" Lunar replied with a clear and energetic voice, though there was a hint of sadness as he sniffled, pushing aside his doubts. "Everything is fantastic, especially with ya, 'Clipse!"