Yeah, even I can see that that dude has a strong will. Admirable, perhaps. I fear it may be his downfall though.
Hmm … yes, I gathered that you were a witch yourself but used to hunt witches? That was quite the mindfuck to wrap my head around. But I’m going to mind my own business and not pry.
I think Corbin would have gladly ripped his throat out honestly — it was me he was afraid of. Or my uncle. But that’s a different story. I’m glad though that nobody got hurt, aside from the cut Faye had to suffer then *shrugs*
*chuckles* If I were in your shoes, I wouldn’t accept my help either — but that’s because I’m stubborn. For the record, I don’t do sides. Not anymore. But yeah, if you ever decide help is appropriate, drop a line.
It does *smiles wryly* so … where are you scurrying off to then? If that’s still the plan?
Yeah, well, most people don’t understand it. But I did, and I never felt the need to explain it to anyone who asked, so thank you for deciding not to.
Well I suppose a stake would threaten any vampire, or lamia. But I am glad to, not sure how I would have dealt with any more blood on my behalf. And thank you for that offer, though, I think the best thing now is for me to work alone. I know you don’t take sides, but I wouldn’t want you to be compromised in any way with my future plans.
Where? Now that’s a good question—and that plan is definitely still on the table. I have got no reason not to leave at this point. But I will definitely go to a place where no one knows me or of me. Isn’t that always the ideal place?
(Source: armstrong-witch)
I doubt I know him as well as I should — who knows. Mystic Falls seems to make all us hunters turn soft, perhaps the same thing will happen to Eric.
Yeah — the people. Realizing they’re people, it hit me like a ton of bricks. Probably the moment a vampire saved my life *sighs* Thinking about it all, it’s not worth the headache. I’m just glad I realize that there’s a lot more to hunting than just mindlessly blowing the shit out of supernatural creatures’ brains.
Quite possibly. That lamia — Corbin, was ready to pull his throat out. I don’t know what I would have done though … if push came to shove. Apparently my very presence and words were intimidating enough.
I’m not going to pretend I understand the weight that currently sits on your shoulders — and I don’t think you’re the type to accept anyone’s help
especially not someone that you may view as an enemybut I don’t see why I wouldn’t extend the same courtesy towards you, as I did towards Eric. You and I seem to be on the same wavelength — it’s a rare thing to come across.
Perhaps it will make him reconsider a couple of things, but he holds a strong ground. I think he just needs a little push.
Yeah, that’s always the hardest part. Though I never really had to realize it the way you did, since I knew it the whole time. But I guess hunting someone because of the very reason that you are yourself is something you have never had to deal with before.
Right now, I wish he had ripped Vanderbilt’s throat out, but I’m sure Corbin didn’t want to see any more bloodshed than you did.
We’ve both been in the same place—caught between what we knew and what we had learned. And not many people have been affected by it as severely as a hunter in Mystic Falls. You’re right, I wouldn’t accept your help. We may be on two different sides, and even if we weren’t, help isn’t something I need right now.
Oh, and I do accept your apology, if that even means anything now.
(Source: armstrong-witch)
I can’t say I agree with … the way he decided to try and get your attention. But I don’t know if that’s just because Mystic Falls has been clouding my judgement or not. If I look past the events of the prom, I would undoubtedly call him a friend.
Sounds familiar — though I myself am not a local. Mystic Falls is eternally frustrating. I don’t deny that I see a lot of good in some … things I was taught to hate. But there will always be a couple of fuckers out there. It was easier though, when it felt like they were all bastards and not … *sighs*
I honestly don’t know. I feel like if I hadn’t run the first time, I’d still be mercilessly killing whatever came my way. Now … I’m not so sure. I feel like I’ve been kept in the dark for a long time. Running away may have been the best thing to have ever overcome me or the worst. It hasn’t made life much easier — I’ll tell you that.
I’m sure one disagreement wouldn’t ruin a friendship. Unless it was over something a lot bigger than me.
I completely agree. It’s why I regret ever agreeing to come back here. Don’t get me wrong, I will always hate witchcraft, or anything supernatural, even if I was raised to accept. I don’t know why, but it’s just one of those things… It’s the actual people that supersede all of that, one of the things I probably wouldn’t have learned if I never came back.
I’m not sure how I would have turned out if I stayed, but I am glad I didn’t stick around to find out. It’s the same way I feel right now. I’m also not sure why I am still talking to you about this—you seemed to be Eric’s second hand in the whole prom thing, without you he would have been inevitably overpowered, making you one of the reasons why I am stuck where I am—but I suppose it hasn’t been a complete waste of my time. We kind of understand each other, I guess.
(Source: armstrong-witch)
• //first time Jake has ever opened up like this? that's fucking right! lol :p
My intentions? Honestly - all I can recall is wanting to help out someone I considered a friend. He was asking for a favor, and I’m loyal to the people I call my friends.
My judgement’s been foggy ever since I came here — there are so many shades of grey to subdivide this town in. Makes it hard to get the job done — sparing a lamia for instance isn’t usually my thing.
I’ve felt like that — it brought me here, I suppose. Sometimes I wonder if I should have just sucked it up and gotten myself a strong drink instead of running away.
And now? Do you consider him a friend now?
I thought when I came here, everything was going to be easy then I would move on. But this place is honestly like a kick in the ass. Set me back to place that I thought I’d never be—somewhere I actually believed I enjoyed—only to get thrown back. But being a hunter like yourself, I’m sure you arrive at the correct judgement most of the time, even if it isn’t the one you grew up with.
Leaving the first time was probably the easiest thing I’ve ever done, the second time around I’m not so fortunate. But I guess it depends on the person, to suck it up or run, and no one ever knows for sure which they will choose until the time comes.
Would you have stayed if you had that second chance?
(Source: armstrong-witch)
Very true — sounds like you’re talking from experience. Mystic Falls is making me wonder if everything is as black and white as I was raised to believe. Hard to shake all you’ve ever known. And yes — I am glad. I can’t speak for Eric — but it was never my intention for any of it to lead to bloodshed.
Perhaps it was just a series of unfortunate events, not much I can do to change the past. Do you believe leaving Mystic Falls will fix whatever you’re trying to solve?
Nothing is just black and white. Something you learn from being in a town like Mystic Falls. Then let me ask, what were your intentions? As a hunter, wouldn’t that be what you wanted? That is what I hate about this town, everyone’s beliefs become compromised at one point or another. If I never came back here, I’m sure I would be fine.
No, I don’t. If I leave, I know I’ll always be running. But it’s better than staying right in the thick of it all.
(Source: armstrong-witch)
Perhaps because it wasn’t beneficial to me — in fact, having made a few enemies may actually have had the opposite effect. It was foolish of me not to inquire about what I was getting myself into — but when I give someone my word, I follow through.
I doubt my apology would mean much to you — though I am sorry for your troubles.
Well, were you expecting to make friends. You are a hunter, and from experience, the more friends you have the harder it makes it to carry out your job. But I’m sure you already knew that. I guess following Vanderbilt wasn’t your best move, seeing as how everyone in that room got away. Or, well, got to leave alive.
And you’re right, it doesn’t mean much. But I’m not blaming you for anything, you just happened to be in the wrong place.
(Source: armstrong-witch)
Character Per Episode
Jake Armstrong || “Wake” (1x06)
”Maybe I’ll stick around awhile…there are still a few people around town that haven’t tried to kick my ass.”
(via thesecretcirclegif)
Oh yeah, that’s right, because you don’t care anymore.
It’s been years. I think it’s time to let it go.
(Source: armstrong-witch)
What’s got you so hot and bothered?
Do you usually tell strangers your secrets?
(Source: armstrong-witch)
Then why can’t you tell me, huh? Do you even remember when we used to tell each other everything, when we were kids, Jake? Do you remember?
Stop pulling the “remember when we were kids” card. It doesn’t work anymore.
(Source: armstrong-witch)
