The east side of the city is the very heart of Sacrosanct - it's unique skyline is a clash between modern sky rises and small Victorian-inspired storefronts. In the heart of downtown, the sleek colored glass buildings reign supreme though their old-world roots can be seen in the most peculiar places from the lamp post styled electric street light to the stone sidewalks. The old world architecture slowly returns the further from downtown you travel, however. It's here that magic thrives, it hums in every stone and can be felt in every breath. Often, newcomers to the city may become overwhelmed by such sensations but, eventually, it becomes an ever-present feeling that's hardly noticed.
City Creek Center
Dark Hunter Department
Inner Sanctum
Red on the Water
Starlight Tower
The City Creek Center is an upscale open-air shopping center centered in the heart of downtown Sacrosanct. With its numerous fountains, foliage-lined walkways, and bubbling streams, City Creek Center offers three blocks of chic boutiques, delicious dining, and the newest showrooms.
The City of Sacrosanct's Dark Hunter Department's primary concern is the safety of all of Sacrosanct's residences. Their public safety responsibilities include code enforcement and supernatural crime prevention. The Sacrosanct Dark Hunter's Department follows the directions of the International Dark Hunter Council and serves as a local point of contact for any Dark Hunters working within the Council's ranks.
The Inner Sanctum is an independently's owned specialty coffee company and cafe with a singular focus: quality. A hidden gem on the side streets of the busy downtown, the Inner Sanctum source's the world's finest beans and local treats. From it's delectable pastries to the exquisite latte art, the Inner Sanctum is dedicated to both its craft and the customer's experience. With beans roasted in house and every cup prepared by the best baristas, you will never be disappointed at the Inner Sanctum.
Owner Alexander Macedonia
Barista Alexis Wilde
Nestled in a pleasant alcove that is but a stone's throw away from the dazzling labyrinth of downtown, Red on the Water is a spectacle in its own right. Renovated in the style of a classic Irish pub with a dash of modern flair befitting the city that boasts it, this up-and-coming venue is the perfect place to snag an impeccably prepared home-cooked meal and enjoy the city's most impressive collection of brews from Ireland and beyond. You and your guests are sure to be mesmerized and invigorated by the energetic offerings of the live Celtic band to be found here every weekend.
Home of: Elysium
Owner Isolt Marcello
Co-Owner Damon Marcello
Waitress Yumi Chizue
With one hundred floors and a 125-foot spire, the Starlight Tower rises high above the Sacrosanct skyline. More than just a landmark, the Starlight Tower offers a unique mix of restaurants, shops, and offices spaced throughout the building. Organized into nine verticle zones, each of which features a sky lobby and a light-filled garden atrium which merge the upscale interior with a faux landscaped exterior setting.
He had never been one to judge a book by its cover or judge a species by one individual. He didn't go out of his way to meet witches and warlocks but if they all looked like Sorcha, maybe he would have made more of an effort. He didn't really think about the aspect of good and evil. There was always a gray area. Sometimes you had to do a little evil to do some real good in the world. Sacrifice the one for the many, that sort of thing. He already didn't stand for most of his own species. Not many vampires could walk in the sunlight. He raised his brow when he noticed Sorcha scowling. "Penny for your thoughts?" He wondered how many times he'd have to say that just to get a clue as to what was going on in that pretty little head of hers. She slipped her cat some food and he could only smirk before turning his attention back to his book in case Adele looked his way. Adele smiled sweetly at Sorcha's compliment. "Oh, you're too sweet, honey. But I promise you I'm no saint. Especially behind closed doors." She giggled like a school girl, her eyes lit up with mischief even as Erik raised a brow, cleared his throat and dutifully looked at his book, anywhere but at Adele in that moment. She was certainly more alive with Sorcha in the house. More spunky too. He asked her truthfully if he looked unhappy and she answered no but she didn't seem that happy about it. He watched a moment more, trying to read her expression but when she gave him nothing more, he finally looked back at his book with a soft "hmm." He did at least manage to catch her off guard when he leaned in close. He knew how to make someone uncomfortable and in this moment, he wanted to see those beautiful cheeks flush red. He smirked the minute it happened. Adele was suspiciously quiet the whole time but he knew enough that if she didn't silently approve, she would have said something in Sorcha's defense by now. He had an inkling she was wanting something to happen anyway so she was concentrating really hard on eating her food like there was nothing else going on. Uh huh. He read what looked like confusion on Sorcha's features. Did she not know how gorgeous she was? He raised a brow at her nervous laughter before she said she wouldn't be convinced unless he changed the oil in a car. His lip twitched. "Don't need to, don't have a car. But I'm sure I can think of other ways to convince you." His voice dropped low and dangerous, his eyes watching her intently now, wanting to see her squirm. When she looked at Adele, Adele only concentrated more on her food, not daring to look at them. Erik chuckled, knowing she'd be more than happy for him to find someone to hold his attention. She was always chiding him about finding a nice girl. He didn't know she owned anything so he tilted his head in question when she said she used to own one. He thought for a minute before it dawned on him. The run down shop where he found her. His eyes widened for a second before his expression softened in sympathy. "You can again, you know. Start something new. I know a few sponsers." He was talking about himself of course but she didn't need to know that. She confirmed his suspicions in the next sentence, telling him it was the shop and that she made potions. He raised a brow, genuine curiosity in his gaze. "Is that what you truly love doing? Making potions?" He wanted to know. He noted that she looked disappointed when he admitted to not having that many connections here. He wished he could help her more but he would definitely help her all he could. She did seem to agree with him though about socializing, saying there were problems with meeting others. He shrugged. "Such a glass half empty kind of way to look at things. Not everybody brings problems, you know." He said softly. She told him she would go out in the morning and that she knew he couldn't come and he tilted his head, eying her with amusement. "Who says?" He liked that she was trying to reassure him though, telling him it would be quick like she knew he would worry if he wasn't there. He wasn't about to leave her alone after how he found her though. He smirked. "We can stay out as long as you need to." |