North

Within the Northern vicinity of the city, the wealthy gather behind meticulously trimmed hedges and high-class architecture. The pristine streets are paved with stone and the storefronts are brightly lit and inviting - for the right clientele. In the North, every establishment is eager to cater to the rich and the wealthy. Many such places are used to the sometimes peculiar requests of the otherworldly but here there is little that money cannot buy - whether it happens to be illegal or merely involves looking the other way. Vampires and Dark Hunters are often found upon these Northern streets, their long lives often contributing to their sizable wealth which allows them the luxuries that the North provides.

What You'll Find Here

Eternity
The VooDoo Room
The Witchery

Eternity

The newly opened Eternity is an expensive fine dining restaurant nestled high upon the hills of the North - providing it a breathtaking view of the city below. The award-winning chefs at Eternity collaborate directly with local farmers and producers to source the freshest ingredients for its ever-changing menu. The staff at Eternity pride themselves on serving each customer's unique dietary needs - from the vampiric to the mortal races. Reservations are strongly encouraged as Eternity is frequently booked to capacity.

The VooDoo Room

Located in the heart of the North, the Voodoo Room is the spirits lover's destination of choice in Sacrosanct. The Voodoo room is a craft cocktail bar that aims to provide an eclectic and exotic atmosphere. Nestled among the William Morris wallpaper, gold, and wood, you will find a new kind of neighborhood cocktail bar. One where hospitality and skill work in concert. With intoxicating liquors and a voodoo vibe, the Voodoo room will keep you coming back for more. Guided by the mantra of providing a one of a kind, high-end experience, the Voodoo Room's mixologists meet the highest standards with a fantastically themed selection of cocktails and specials.

The Witchery

Dark, Gothic, and thoroughly theatrical, the Witchery is a place to indulge yourself with it's lavish, theatrical suites. Whatever room you choose, you'll find glamor, indulgence, and luxury. From the Vestry to the Library and the Armory, the suites of the Witchery are nothing short of sensually romantic. A stay at the Witchery is not complete without dining in the rich baroque surroundings of the original oak-paneled hotel or among the elegant candle-lit charms of the Secret Garden. Whether you stay or dine, The Witchery is an unforgettably magical experience.

i'll wash my hands of these bloody prints


Posted on December 11, 2016 by WILLIAM HOLLOWAY
North

The Ripper


William Jack Holloway



There was a completely separate level of pleasure that existed within the Englishman at the very notion of throwing the Russian Duchess off. The Duke fully enjoyed the simple pleasure in admiring the youthful appearing woman. After all, she was beautiful, and spending time with her would certainly be something that he could relish in. Anastasia, thus far, had been the one that was so fully in control while William struggled to maintain even the slightest bit of composure. To have the tables so abruptly turned was another thing entirely. Something that William couldn't deny his enjoyment in. She was truly quite beautiful in that brief moment in which she was entirely flustered.

Still, even that didn't last long. Anastasia's own ability to take hold of the situation and tease him remained so entirely present. That sly simper that played across her features had William's own chest fluttering almost instantly, and he simply chuckled at her. "One day, darling, I'll have to show you that my skills have certainly not rusted with time." It was all he offered her as he entwined their fingers. Once more, he was given that delight in seeing that she was knocked off her usual composure - if only for a moment. He enjoyed the feel of her hand within his, and he liked it even more that she didn't immediately jerk her hand away and scold him for his less than gentlemanly actions. No, instead he found that sly smile staying put on her lips and for a moment, William considered that she might even be having fun.

"Perhaps one day you'll have to teach me Russian so I can have a bloody clue what you're saying to me," The man replied, a teasing smirk playing out on his lips before he was quickly led into the Witchery and within the lavish halls that made him feel so entirely at home. The Victorian architecture made him long for a simpler time in his life, and perhaps that was exactly what the man loved about this place. Before Sebastian had opened his arms for the Hunter, he too had stayed within these walls. He'd loved it so much more than the minimalistic modern designs of typical hotels. William didn't protest letting go of her hand as he was instructed to sit upon the sofa.

William did as he was instructed, placing himself delicately on that sofa. Though he may have wanted to, the man found that his eyes did not drift in the direction the woman disappeared off to. No, attempting to look was entirely ungentlemanly. The man only looked up once more when he heard her returning to him, and immediately he pushed himself to his feet. The dress she'd chosen made the air seem to get stuck within his lungs, and for a moment he was entirely thankful for his immortality if only for his lack of an ability to die should he forget how to breathe. "Anastasia, you look..." He said softly as he stepped towards her. "You look amazing." He smiled softly, reaching out to take her hand. He lifted her hand to his lips, kissing her knuckles in a chaste gesture before he stepped back. "Shall we?" He said, gesturing towards the door with ease.

But darling -- it's only human nature.



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