Awakening Beast. (Hellhound's Entry)

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"You made it.", Hellhound casually said, only to confirm that she was still alive. She had no idea what friend she spoke about, though. Only that this person probably got hurt in her attack. It was difficult to feel anything after what the beast had done for a sport. What the hound felt completely unbothered about a while ago, made her feel like a bad dog now. Demons, humans, animals... All were living things with different shapes and powers, if any powers at all considering that many humans and most animals did not have any magic or powers at all. Akemi successfully managed to make her feel bad about her actions, making her feel so much better fighting one of the demons she disliked so much to begin with.

The heat Hellhound emanated was fought against by the naturally cool water but overall, the water around her was at least warm enough to give a good feeling of relaxation, despite her not intending it exactly. She could guess that Akemi would enjoy, hence why she had brought her there to begin with. The heat didn't endanger anyone nor any possible fish that might be in that spring, at least. Akemi spoke a little more, which gave Hellhound a feeling that this had ended at least positively. The Haiku however only succeeded to confuse her. The words, she understood about half of them. The meaning? The hound was completely illiterate about human interpretations of words, poetry, haikus and anything alike.

Moving to a sitting position, Hellhound curiously watched her partner, trying to know what it was about but she was not going to ask directly about it. All she could see for now was that the both of them were not exactly in top shape. The stiffness was relatable, but also what pain they both had felt, even if the hound probably took it as a more fun thing. She was not afraid of being hurt and her fiery and strong nature made it so much easier to manage and survive from it. Akemi asked the one question that was in her mind, while looking directly at her eyes. "Where do we... go?", Hellhound repeated, not making clear if she even had understood the question properly or its meaning in the way that Akemi meant it...

Was this human offering something to her? Was she asking about where each of them would go? What each of them would do? "You're going back to your kind, right?", Hellhound asked, figuring it was the next step for Akemi. "I won't go back to hell... Not yet. Only demons are there and I'm the only one of my kind.", the hound said proudly, as if this kind of loneliness was something to be proud of. Demons saw her like a tool to use against humans and humans saw her like a monster even though she still tried to get close to some of them, sometimes in a very unhinged way. Hurting humans for a sport and trying to make friends out of them was not something that worked well together. Akemi made her see it.

Hellhound moved closer and sat close to her, her tail wrapping around the angelic magical girl's waist but did not squeeze or bind her with it, rather left it rest there. It was her way to show a form of fondness for this human. For one of those rare times, the beast girl felt good, at peace, maybe only tolerated by Akemi but at least even that felt better than whatever way demons treated her. And she had gotten head pats and head scratches... That was all she required to prefer the rewarding side over the side that didn't care for that. Hellhound still knew that humans would still try to hunt her, there was no denying that. She was a monster in the eyes of most humans. So different... So terrifying. Sooo... hell-beastly...

Despite that, even if they didn't share any words, she still visually felt human emotions, proving that she was yet another form of life in this world. A fire-based mammal, so to speak, and a scary and dangerous one to many, but her eyes still looked down, with her ears not quite perked up, trying to struggle between displaying a smile and feeling sad for what may come later. Was getting this close to Akemi even a good thing? How would she feel then when they have to depart from each others? This time was coming soon and then Hellhound would have to find her way through the world, avoiding humans again in the hope of finding a place to have fun and relax. Just another day in the life of the fiery beast girl.

[Balthier]

Something the Hound said caught her attention. They she was the only one of her kind. Akemi didn't have any siblings, her mother had died too young, and she had felt alone in her youth. Maybe not as alone as the Hound, but she had experienced her own kind of isolation as an only child, her father had never remarried. And now, she had inherited her mother's power, and her father's hope for the future. She at times, felt the weight of continuing her family line. Looking at Hellhound she wondered if she had any similar feelings, but left them unvoiced for now.

"Yes, I need to go back eventually. I help my father run his business, and I want to check on my friend..."

Akemi listened further before responding, "Hell sounds quite horrid actually. No family at all?" The look on her face was genuine concern as she probed with the question.

She was surprised when Hellhound say closer to her. Even more surprised to feel her tail around her waist. It tickled a little at first, and she had to suppress a little laugh. Then when it passed, she reached down under the water and gently began to stroke the Hound's tail with soft, waterlogged fingers, even as it was around her thin waist. "Say, what do you eat? Have you ever had noodles or rice, or do you only eat meat?"

[Warning]

Akemi mentioned her friend again... One of the hound's victims. Probably not one she actually faced in battle. It could however be. A lot of humans were hurt by the fire she had spread alone in order to burn the town down. What seemed like fun to her a while ago did not feel as right anymore with the repeated reminder of what she had done. Hellhound didn't blame Akemi for reminding her, though. Most of the humans probably got out alive and by the sound of it, the friend in question WAS alive. This alone made her smile a little. Demons made her feel like humans were good playthings. And a human made her feel like humans deserved sympathy. But... One side also did treat her better than the other one.

Hell sounds quite horrid. What was hell, really? Not many humans could tell if any. A hot place or rather, an inferno. A human without magical protection would burn to cinders. Everything was red or dark and it was not exactly pretty. Hellhound was used to it because she was born there but it didn't make the place fun. It did allow her to use her fire powers at its fullest or sleep in dark corners without being bothered but everything was rock or lava. A place of damnation that burned for eternity. So... Akemi was correct. The hound nodded to the fact but shook her head to the question. "No... Hellhound is alone. No family...", she simply said, looking at Akemi then noticed her expression, making her move closer.

Sitting there with her was what felt relaxing in the moment. Her tail casually wrapping Akemi and soon feeling the girl's hand touching it. Her tail had lot of fluff but her fur was all over the place on the water. Still, it remained soft anyway. An odd question was then asked to the hound. Or at least, odd when Hellhound considered her kind of food habits to be very monotrophic. "Only meat... Dogs eat meat. Or so Hellhound was told. I hunt and prey on animals for my food. Humans use fire to make meat tasty so I do it too. What are noodles...? Or rice...?", the hound asked, figuring that humans were not meat eaters uniquely. There were scents of food that she could not recognize. "Is it good...?", she asked curiously.

[Balthier]

"They can be super tasty made right. I don't know if they'd agree with you though. My father... actually runs a restaurant in Yokohama, a big city not terribly far from here. I was just considering if I could smuggle you into the city some time to try food."

Akemi smiled big as she continued to stroke the Hounds tail, unconsciously squeezing more around the end of her tail, "I get the feeling you might like his beef bowl. In fact, it's one of our specialties. Perhaps I could bring you there one day? If you think you could control yourself enough."

She wasn't 100% sure it was a great idea, but things were going in the right direction that Hellhound might actually turn into an ally, and Akemi needed more friends that could fight too. It was just at that moment when Akemi's stomach growled. Looking rather embarrassed as she laughed nervously, with a slight blush in her cheeks, "It seems like all the fighting has caused me to work up an appetite. Thinking about that beef bowl is making me hungry too, it would seem."

Akemi sat still as the Hound moved closer, trying to hide her surprise when their hips touched under water. "M-maybe, if you promise to be nice, I can show you the city one day." She said trying not to get distracted.

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Hellhound suddenly looked curious but mostly because she heard of something tasty. Terms like restaurant meant nothing to her. Humans used a lot of complicated words and the beast only knew how to speak the language because of her approach with humans and demons speaking as well. She could hardly piece together words that defined humans' culture. She understood the word "food", however. As it went, Akemi even sounded like she wanted to wanted to invite her to the city. Only IF she could control herself. This meant no playing with humans and obeying Akemi. Not see her as a mistress but still behave in a way that would make her happy and not angry. Excitedly, she nodded her head a few times.

At this time, Hellhound didn't really think of, or care, about what reactions other humans would have toward her. All she could think about was that human wanted to bring her on some kind of adventure, it being nothing but a stroll in a city to fetch food, and it got her wanting to try it. Without time to really speak about it, Akemi emitted a sound that made the hound's ears perk up. This was a sound she knew all too well and one funny resemblance to her. The sound of hunger! She just was not sure if it was a good idea to hunt for food for her... Humans seemed to hunt animals too, using weapons, but they had a different approach to it. Less playful... Sometimes louder but nonetheless leading to the death of a prey...

Akemi had a play for one day, which meant that Hellhound would see her again. It was something to look forward to. "Hellhound promises... Being nice means no playing. No burning humans or where they live. Do you think they would give me head scratches if I am good?", the beast girl asked so curiously yet seriously, as if that outcome was a motivation for her. "You are hungry, though... Humans will give you food, hm? I don't know how I'll find you when the day comes, though. Hellhound can't stay here very long... They are angry at me and I have to find a safe place. I am hungry, too...", she said in a whine last, sharing the predicament of Akemi on that side. Her own belly had not made a sound yet, however.

If they were to find each others again, where would it happen? Would one of them know where the find the other? Hellhound knew the scent of Akemi and she was a magical human so she probably was not hard to find if she were to search for a magical angel. The world was big, though. So many humans but also magic humans. Most didn't like her or wouldn't be friendly toward her. The war between demons and humans was a constant one. The hound wasn't good with that business and she only did things for fun, when she didn't lazily sleep somewhere. For now, Hellhound casually leaned against Akemi but did not put all of her weight against her. If anything, it was a sign of affection for a last moment together.

[Balthier]

Akemi felt like Hellhound was cozying up to her like a dog seeking affection, though she was humanoid also, so Akemi didn't quite know how she wanted to respond, so didn't withdraw, but didn't cozy up further either. Instead displaying a gentle smile, "It pleases me to hear that. The most important thing is, we must not damage my father's establishment. If you can promise me that, I can definitely let you try his famous beef bowl."

Akemi felt a slight nervousness as the Hound leaned against her, causing her to squeeze Hellhound's tail a little more firmly. "I-I'm sure someone will notice you." Akemi wondered what her father would think. He was aware of the Magical girl world, had been since he'd met her mother. But she'd never tried to befriend anyone like the Hound, nor brought them by. He had been nice to her school and magical friends so far, but had no idea how he'd react to a beast girl. Somehow, she found herself hoping for his approval.

"I'm pretty banged up though. I heard there's a princess a little north of my home home that can bend fate, and can even heal. I'm wondering if she can heal my scars, I want to find out. Soon, if possible."

Edited December 11, 2024 by Balthier

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Hellhound remained cooperative and gave a nod again when told to not damage anything, specifically Akemi's father's establishment. Although, she could not really foresee how any humans would react to her or if she would need to defend herself. Most importantly... The hound was almost forgetting an important detail. Would this be a trap? A human she thought she made friend with... Would she try to get her into a trap where they could harm and perhaps kill her? Their differences made logical to have doubts.

There was the possibility that humans only pretended to be nice with her to make her lower her guard. If so, Hellhound would have to prepare for the worst. A promise was only valid for as long as Akemi did treat her nicely. If she had any doubts that that she would be betrayed, the hound would have to fight for her life and burn everything around her without mercy. At the very least, it did not change how she behaved now, thinking how she would like to be noticed, pet, head scratched and given human food to try.

Akemi then commented about someone to the north of her home. It made her wonder if she should not follow her. Perhaps it was not a good idea, though. The scars Hellhound had left on her surely would be healed but if they asked questions, it would lead to blame her for it. Humans were already nervous about monsters and demons; It was best not to make oneself noticed. But still... "Can Hellhound follow or would humans be upset? I can be good. Human food looks good, too.", she said, still leaned against her.

[Balthier]

Akemi was just not used to someone else's body pressed against hers like this. It made heart heart beat, just a little faster, nut the warmth was nice. She looked thoughtful. How would people react?

"I'm not sure. I think it would be okay. I can't account for every individual though. I can definitely get you there and to my father's restraunt..."

Suddenly an idea came to Akemi, and she raised one arm, make a fist and brought it down into her other hand that was open palm up, in a sort of body language to signify a sudden idea. She bounced on her seat, nudging her hip against the hounds. Her voice, was filled with excitement, "Maybe I could tell people you're our shop's mascot? You know, like an icon, used to attract customers and for good luck. A restraunt across the street from ours opened a while ago, and they use a girl dressed as cat girl to attract customers. It's been cutting into our customers too, maybe you're just what we need! If you wouldn't mind of course... But it could give you a kind of secret cover to be in Yokohama for a time at least."

Akemi turned, looking hopefully at Hellhound. It wasn't perfect, but it was an idea. One that might work and get her in the City a bit anyway.

[Warning]

Hellhound felt a certain form of excitement from not being denied. Her body showed a positive perk up, mixing curiosity and motivation as she looked forward to see the human city for herself. One she would not burn, this time. The hound would be rewarded with food and more for behaving, which was more than enough for her to obey. Leaving aside her combative nature, she already had unlocked her potential anyway but she would not use it against humans, this time. She needed to see things for herself.

Her pride would normally have her hunt on her own or try to prove herself as the best beast, which was the reason she had started fighting to begin with, but Akemi made her doubt what she was doing this for and what she could gain from changing her ways. She was not going to let herself be treated like a pet or a slave, however, that didn't stop her from enjoying attention. A complicated beast girl she was, normally fueled by the flames of hell burning within with pride, suddenly being a human's best friend.

The proposition of Akemi had the hound confused for a moment, making her tilt her head to the side. Even though she did listen to the whole explanation, she still looked clueless. "Mas-cot...? Humans have a girl but she is a cat girl? Is she a magic human? Hellhound looks nothing like a human, though... They see me as scary and they try to play with me when I get close to them. Humans tried to catch Hellhound once, too. What do you want me to do?", the hound asked curiously, trying to understand the idea.

If anything, Hellhound was willing to participate only for a taste of something new. She was still learning much about humans that she did not know. Besides, it was better this than return to hell only to end sleeping somewhere again. The war brought demons to use her for their gains but she always was a hot head, doing things her own way. Following Akemi was her decision and she looked ready to tackle this path, standing up for it. The only detail left was her nudity. Her broken clothes would not help her.

[Balthier]

Akemi looked though trying to figure out how it would work. She was fairly sure she could convince her dad...

"Perhaps, you can out Mascot the other shop. Think of it as a challenge. Not a physical fight, but a battle to see who can generate more attention... for their restraunt."

Akemi feigned looking concerned, "It might be difficult. The cafés Mascot has been quite popular, it'll take someone special to challenge her. She not magic, as far as I can tell anyways." That part was actually true though.

"Often times people will dress as animals, to get attention for their business or sports team. They generate interest and can work up a crowd. They can be seen as good luck also."

Akemi gently touched her arm, and petted her there. "If you could face this challenge and win, you could become quite popular. But it's up to you, it may not be your... thing. I just think it would be a good cover to get you in. I understand if it's a bit too... frightening. The Cat Cafés Mascot is good. No one would falt you for not wanting to go head to head, in the street, trying to draw attention."

Akemi smiled softly, hoping this was a good idea, but feeling a little unsure. More unsure the more she thought about it. None-the-less her smile looked warm and reassuring.

"You could always leave if you needed to, even if you did come with me."

Edited December 15, 2024 by Balthier

[Warning]

Hellhound looked interested as the word "challenge" was brought up. Or more so, "battle". But listening careful, Akemi precised that it was not a battle like the hound usually played. A battle for attention...? Was the point of it to get more head pats than the other side? Humans were really strange but it was something that aligned with what Hellhound wished for. Her face did show a lot of interest, based on the way she understood it herself. Then, a normal human dressed as a cat to try and steal all the attention for herself...

Akemi, at least, explained why humans did that. Hellhound did not quite understand the business or sports part but she understood the word "attention". The hound only was not sure why this would bring good luck to humans but if she could bring that luck to them, she could also be rewarded for it. Akemi also cleverly appealed to her pride in taking a challenge, even testing it by daring to say that it might be too scary for her to do so. The arm rub motivated her a little to go through this and show what she was capable of.

Slowly feeling pumped up, she clenched her fists, looking ready to do this. Besides, she was also told that she could leave whenever she liked, sealing that she was, after all, not a pet or slave forced into this. Whether Akemi knew or not, she had played all the cards that would make Hellhound play along with this. As long as she was not threatened or betrayed, she might even enjoy it. "Okay...! Let's get some human food! I will be the best mascot!", Hellhound said this even if she had no idea what it really meant in the end.

The hound playing along this far with humans would feel strange and maybe even suspicious to most humans but if one got to know her, they would also see how not quite bright she was and only played along for attention, but also her own entertainment. Hellhound was only as dangerous as she was made to be by those around her, and by her uneducated views of the world. She was a warrior and a hunter but she did not only hunt for food; The hound also had sexual urges that made her play roughly with select prey...

[Balthier]

Akemi smiled again, signifying her happiness at the Hound's decision. She slid an arm around the Hound's waist and gave her a friendly, quick girly little hug to show support, before she stood up, water dripping down her body. "Well then. Let's go."

She paused a second her top half out of the water, glistening as the water ran down her feminine frame. "Have you been in a car?"

Akemi wondered, if Hellhound would get sick in the car if she wasn't used to it. Then again, maybe she could just roll the window down. That always worked for her farther's dog they had many years ago. Akemi put her hand to her mouth, slightly laughing to herself at the thought of Hellhound riding in a car with the window down, head sticking out.

She turned and climbed out of the warm water, her nipples hardening as the water evaporated from her skin. "Could you generate a low amount of heat? Just enough to mostly dry me off?" She asked, tuning around still fully naked, to ask Hellhound.

It was curious how girly her mannerisms were, despite the fact, that under the surface a tough swordswoman with a heart of fire lay. She was completely different than that with most of her friends though, and she seemed to think Hellhound was more comrade than enemy now.

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The friendly hug did nothing but make the hound happier, ready to go where she was needed. She would still remain careful, of course. Humans were fun to play with but that did not mean that she was entirely safe from harm. As far as it went for Akemi, Hellhound trusted her for now. As they were about to get up and out of the water, however, the hound was asked an odd question. It was odd to her, at the very least. What is a car? She may have seen some of them in the city but didn't know their name or they use.

The question specifically asked if she had been in one. Was it a box or a house? What else could they go inside? Her face looked puzzled as she tried to understand, not even trying to ask about it. Finding herself defeated, Hellhound shook her head. "No... It's not something we can eat, is it? Is it something you live inside?", she still asked curiously, as she might as well do. Learning more about humans was still a fun thing to do. Maybe being inside a car was also fun but she would not know it. Only Akemi really would.

At least the hound was not offended by the laugh. She did not know what Akemi could be laughing about. Human joy was fun to watch. At least it was not her looking at her with a terrified look. The whole difference made the beast girl more comfortable being there. When she was asked if she could generate a low amount of heat, her own body heat came to mind but that was not what Akemi was asking for. Using fire at her to dry her would only hurt her. The only solution for now was to be a source of heat for her.

Moving out and away, Hellhound would sit and soon emanates enough heat to give out a burning aura around herself. Dangerous to the touch but she soon acted like a bonfire of sort. The kind of warmth that one could be close to and dry wetness away. Just... not too close. A silly smile was on her face but not a devious one. The hound really thought that she was doing something good right now and she would not move, allowing Akemi to use her like a kind of flame to dry herself or her hair. Her tail wagged a little.

[Balthier]

Akemi suppressed a giggle with her hand as to not offend the Hound, and lightly touched her arm in jest. "No, you can't eat it, and living inside, while possible perhaps, is not recommended."

As the Hound sat, Akemi approached, not too close, but she began to feel the heat radiating off of Hellhound. She walked around in front of her with a natural, feminine sway in her hips. She dried the front of herself first, running hands down her body to aid the drying process, though as her hands glided down over her curves it did look, perhaps a bid more sensual than she intended. Turning and spreading her legs shoulder width apart, she dried her backside off, and fluffed her hair and she looked back over her shoulder.

Eventually Akemi, bent over to retrieve what clothes she had, and begin to put them on. The clothes from before her transformation. Once she was dressed she smiled again, "Thanks. Ready to go?"

Edited yesterday at 11:56 AM by Balthier