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The girl nodded, still fascinated that someone could have a child with a bunny. Well Emi handled that well enough, Rin thought. Admitting either parent was a bunny was a little interesting. But she just smiled, letting the two interact some more. Of course each individual fan could spend only so long here. Places like the food court or private rooms were the places for longer interactions. “I want to have a picture with you two!” That was what she said, but she was looking at the stuffed Alexandrine, not Rin, for the second one. The girl’s mother stepped towards them, intending to help her set it up. **** Alexandrine would let that rest. Maybe she would still buy something else for her, but she would let Elie buy that, and something for her, if that was what she wished. They stepped forward through the lines. Well Elie said she would treat her. But Magical Girls and Knights did not have to pay for food here. The gesture was what mattered, and Elie had chosen the type of food. Close enough in her mind. “I should do the same, I suppose.” She left it unsaid, while in line, that said place for her was a rather cheap small apartment. But at least Elie’s place was somewhere Emi could safely visit, unlike the apartment. She looked over the cakes. She had an idea of something to buy for Elie later. This convention was the best time to do it, though she would not say anything yet. Leave it a surprise. “You’re probably right.” She observed about the new team helping her. As long as she could protect them. Though she was not sure she ever be the way she was again. Some things just changed you too fundamentally. “They do look good.” She waited for Elie to choose one as she looked them over.

Rin would try to keep it from getting too out of hand. She had to protect her bunny! But it would not be a big deal if a few people did that…probably. Especially kids like this. Though she had to wonder what would happen, if a boy or man got touchy? Would she enjoy it? “Was your mommy a bunny? Do you have a bunch of brothers and sisters?” The girl’s innocence hopefully made the question more humorous than painful. Rin found it kind of funny, but watched for any sign of it being too much for Emi. ***** Alexandrine let Ellie lead her towards the food. That sounded nice enough. They could spend some time with that. Take the time to eat and talk. “You don’t have to worry about buying me something like that.” It was a little touching. But she did not want Elie to overspend. Especially since she was treating her to her to the meal. “Maybe I’ll buy it for you. An apology for what I said about your cards.” They seemed to be on better terms now. But Alexandrine did want to make up for that, more so because it had been a complete accident,

Alexandrine did wonder if Fujiko would find her again. She seemed uneasy around a bunch of Magical Girls before. But if it was just two of them, would she be bothered? It would be easier than some fans at least. Someone Elie could probably be comfortable with too. ”You probably have some idea what it is like. I’m sure they do adore me. But it is different with someone who does not know the real you, what you have experienced.” The popular aspect of it. It was a little different, but as a singer, Elie was probably used to having fans as well. Sure it was nice to have them, it was a reminder of why she was doing this, but it had not been enough to help her out of her pain. Hopefully better experience than her last ‘fan’. She shrugged at the other offer. Been a while since she ate with someone like this. She did not mind if Elie chose a stronger drink or not. “You wanted to get something sweet, get something sweet.” She offered. Death was always a risk in this line of work. It was inevitable eventually. Did not make it any easier to deal with. Though she appreciated Elie’s efforts to comfort her.

The idea is she is trying to stop Hellhound. Stabbing her if she gets too close. The first few as a sort of warning, then trying to hit her. Of course she might be able to dodge at least some of them but there may be too many to completely dodge. They won’t stab too deep, if Hellhound takes the hint, but the closer she gets, the more dangerous for her.

Alexandrine kept her eyes on Emi, and the boy. She did not know him, but she did not intend to leave him behind. But, it looked like she had only drawn the attention of the other creature. Seemed more like an animal than demon, though she was sure it was more or less human intelligence. The Sorceress turned a portion of the forest to diamond, and that made Hellhound want to play with her more? Zorn hoped she did not do anything stupid. He could tell his enemy was not out to kill, but he knew how dangerous she was. How flexible her power was. He never saw another Magical Girl or Knight who could do as many things as her. That was why she lived that day. Why he and his master lost. They had lost too much taking out the rest of her team. Alexandrine watched calmly. Not intending to underestimate the creature, but not worried either. “Bad dog.” She continued to use the weapon she just created. She could do much with the forest as it was. Diamond branches of the trees stabbed towards Hellhound as she approached. Each one a spear. She was not out to kill. But she was serious, and would do so, if she had to. But like the other demon, if she fled, or let them go through the portal, that would be the end of it. This was a first warning though, not to get too close.

Silver hair? Alexandrine thought back. She could not remember anyone like that in the various enemies she fought, Zorn’s bunch, or earlier. Another hint it was something more local, she would not have known. A black bunny though? Sounded like a more ordinary rabbit. She was not especially superstitious, but that felt strange. Probably just a coincidence. ”It’s why we have always fought them, for centuries. Some want to conquer us, some just want to hurt us. Humanity has vilified demons for a reason.” She shrugged. “I can’t say there aren’t a tiny number out there who can be changed. But they are the exceptions, if they exist.” A mother figure though? Alexandrine did not think she could fully take Emi’s mother’s place. But Emi was likely the closest thing she would ever have to a child of her own. She was the first person Emi trusted since her mother died. She would not betray that trust. ”Going out as two Magical Girls, we may occasionally get interrupted by fans. But we can do that in between.” She pointed out as she led Elie back out into the crowd. It was why she suggested Ellie spend time with her as a ‘fan’. But maybe a little of that would not be too bad. “Choose whatever you want. Whatever you need to relax.” She was being treated, but this was also for Elie’s sake. She could choose whatever she liked best.

The girl paused. Looked at Emi…curiosity? On her face. She inched closer. She occasionally looked at the stuffed Alexandrine, but was more focused on Emi. Rin hoped this was the kind of interaction Emi needed, to grow more comfortable with the people around her. ”Are they real?” She almost whispered as she got close, reached up and lightly touched one of the ears. Fascinated that this girl might actually part bunny! Maybe a child of an actual bunny and person? She was still too young to know exactly how that sort of thing happened. **** ”Im sure she and Rin are having fun one way or another. I encouraged them to do things on their own. Establish themselves, let the fans get to know them. She may already know that, but I will pass the message along.” They could spend some hours together before she had to find those two. Sleeping options had to be considered. Especially with Rin. But maybe Emi and her could sleep here tonight. She followed Elie. She had a feeling a professional singer put more into her makeup than she did. But if she wanted help, Alexandrine would give some. “She probably feared the eyes more than you. She is sensitive about her blood. About her father. They never met, but the eyes did resemble his. They are fairly common in demons though. Seen plenty of others with similar eyes. Though not so many looking like a murderous rabbit-man.” Shapes varied a lot more in them. Even after years of fighting, Alexandrine was occasionally surprised by the forms they might take.

“Well, you could dress as one of us, if you want. You can also just dress however you think you would look like or would want to look like as a Magical Girl.” Jumi observed as she watched the spin. She was sure the woman could find something that fit well. Probably show off a lot. “But yeah, it would not hurt to just watch one time. See what it is like and how they dress.” She would only give a little advice. “As much as you like the Diamond Sorceress, someone like you should probably show a little more skin.” **** A small crowd was beginning to gather a bit near their spot. A mix of men and women, kids and older. At least some of them would give something easier for Emi to handle. Maybe the plushie would help too. As one little girl walked closer to them. A glance or two at Rin, but more fascinated by the bunny girl and stuffed Alexandrine. Rin just watched her for now. As did the crowd. She was interested, but taking her time to approach. Not necessarily scared. Maybe a little shy. *** Alexandrine nodded. “I’ll leave it up to you to transform or not. You probably won’t need the makeup if you do. That is something safe enough to do in this room, if you want.” It would clean her up on its own. Tended to make a woman look her best. Trying to get her to show more emotion? An interesting challenge. She did not think it was very likely, but another big challenge she would not stop Elie from trying. “We’ll get something to eat and drink after you transform or clean up.” She waited to see if Elie would transform, or if they were going to bathroom to clean up. It had been a long time since she did anything like that with another woman.

One of those less quiet Wednesdays. Should just be gone for most of the morning and maybe a little early afternoon.

Alexandrine finally let go. The point seemed to have been made and Elie calmed at least enough to not run at this point. “You are young. New. You will get more to notice you in time…you already have.” She did have a few who had noticed her, even if it was not under ideal circumstances. She just hoped it was the demon who changed, not Elie. “My offer still stands. We can spend some time out there together, if you want.” Had the acknowledgment of their similarities changed things? Hopefully Elie had forgiven the unintentional pain over the cards. **** Rin had been a little embarrassed by her impulsive line as well. The reaction from Emi was a not a surprise and made it worth it. Like Emi, she was not going to dwell on it. She led her first to an open stand and bench, where people could request pictures. Pictures first then autographs. If they did it in this order, people would request a signature, if they did not bring anything to sign. Which was much more likely, with two brand new girls, like them. ***** Interesting she suggested it without wanting to participate. But maybe she just wanted to see what the people participating looked like. Jumi did not really consider it that suspicious. “There are whole stores dedicated to that sort of thing. Any variety of costumes, some showy, some not. I’m sure there are some being sold here, but there would be less variety to choose from.” Probably not enough here for someone who had never done it to have much chance winning. But then again…”You’ve at least got the body for it. I’d give you a decent chance, if you tried.” Maybe she would not win this time, brand new to it. But Jumi could see her winning something like that.

I’m posting this here because it is not a perfect image. You get what you get with AI. But here is an idea of what Zorn looks like. Except the fur would cover his entire body, and he has sharp claws on his hands and feet. Just ignore the hanging balls at the side of his ears. I have no idea why put it those there.

Red eyes. Those damned red eyes, on that hideous mockery of a mix of Rabbit and man, none of Emi’s cuteness. No, it was a coincidence. He would not have gone so far away. It was not especially rare for demons anyway. Unfortunately it probably meant that demon could still be out there. Something to maybe deal with later. At least get the local team looking into it. All the more strange, she would fall for a demon. But like she said, she would not judge Elie for that. “I’ve spent the last few years alone. Until I met Emi a few days ago. A promise I made to my old leader, as she was dying in my arms. A promise to live for them. Not to cry for them. It was the only thing keeping me going until then.” If it could be called going. Yes, there was her parents. A few others like Jumi, who kept reaching out to her. But for the most part she just lingered in her apartment when she was not working. That was why she was so cold, no tears talking about things like that. Elie had her cards. That promise was almost sacred to Alexandrine.

Well the public was never going to find out the truth. About the boy behind this appearance. That was for the better in some ways. Rin could only imagine what the weirder artists might come up with. Of course there would also have been stuff like what she did with Rin and Alexandrine in the van that night. She tried to imagine what the more traditional media would come up with. Especially now that they were connected to Alexandrine and she admitted the old team was gone. "I could see them writing us as a pair of ordinary school girls in private." Of course they did not know the truth about Emi either, making that more likely. "Pair of ordinary girls, trained by the legendary Diamond Sorceress. Hiding it from everyone else. While we go on adventures." Art though? "For individual drawings, might have to see what my powers actually are. I figure that would have an impact on it." Drawing her in the middle of some attack, or using her power. Surrounded by some sort of element if it was specialized. "Or taking care of my cute little bunny." It came out spontaneously. Even she could not really say exactly how she meant it. It was true, she found those aspects of Emi rather cute though. Liked encouraging them.

There was a little progress at least. It would be seen if it led anywhere. Of course, Rin would not go out of her way to encourage things. It was up to the fans to get her into it. If they went back to one of the rooms it would be because Emi invited at least one of the boys. "All the dirtier stuff is unofficial. At least mostly. For most of us." It was possible one or both of them would have drawings like that next time. "Just be careful about looking for pictures of yourself online. Before too long, some of the artists out there might come up with some weird stuff." Not that she wanted to scare Emi, but it was better that she was warned, did not find that sort of stuff by complete surprise.

Rin grabbed something similar. Though she took two. She let Emi have the snack plate earlier, could eat more. She led Emi to one of the further back tables. There was a chance someone would try to talk to them or join in. But with the two of them there, it was less likely. She could reassure Emi it was not what she might be worried about. Those sorts of pictures might be taken in the private rooms. Or at special studios, if they wanted to officially sell them later. “Oh, nothing too unusual. Sitting next to, standing side by side. Maybe making poses. An arm around the shoulder or holding hands. Nothing more than…slightly ‘sexy’?” Something like putting their hand on her butt might be allowed. One of them kissing a boy on the cheek? Sitting in a boy’s lap. Nothing that went too far though. No clothes coming off for anyone or blatantly sexual positions. **** There was much to say here, these two women had a number of similarities. “The attack you asked me about? You lost someone there, didn’t you?” Oh Alexandrine knew much of her experiences very well. “I will spare you the details, not tell you how I watched that horde, including Emi’s father, kill my old team…One of them was my sister…That is something the public will never know. The rest were friends on a level most would never understand. But you might, someday.” “I already told you I experienced things like what that demon did to you. I felt nothing like love for them afterwards. But I won’t judge you. If you think you can turn her, I won’t try to stop you. I only ask you be careful. Love with a demon is dangerous. We have seen it backfire.” She did not let go. Still transformed, she was considerably stronger. Might have been even if she was not. ”I was not dismissing your cards. But there are things they say, and things they don’t. The things they don’t may or may not be a blessing. Understand I say them to save Emi from becoming her father.” That was the most important point to make here. She had to be careful about how it was made.

Rin nodded and led Emi out of the room. Back into the crowd. There were a few more eyes on them, from those who watched them sing. A few brief congratulations or asking if the wanted to do anything together. Rin politely brushed them off as she made it back to the small cafeteria area. A number of table were occupied now. Some just fans, some a mix of Magical Girls/Knights and fans. There were still a number of empty ones too though. But first, Rin led Emi to choose what she wanted to eat. “Pick whatever you want. We don’t have to pay.” Basic needs like food were covered for the Magical Girls/Knights. The private rooms were also a place they could sleep if they wanted. Especially for the ones who travelled significantly to be here.

“Elie is still probably confused from what that demon did to her.” Though they did not hear Elie’s talk with Alexandrine and Mitsuko, suggesting Elie might have fallen for the demon. She was a Magical Girl now. Emi and her both had to worry about that now. There if nothing happened here, there was a non-zero chance Rin might lose her virginity as a girl to some demon or monster. She tried not to worry about that. ”We could get something to eat, if you are still hungry. Maybe sign some autographs or let fans take pictures with us?” A small step. Fan interaction, but not as intense as singing…or sex. Maybe Emi would be ready for that.

Yeah, I’m not sure who is next there. Alexandrine is just trying to make sure Emi and Toshiro go through the portal before she does. She isn’t likely to do much else, unless she thinks one is in danger.

Having known she tried to escape before. Without Jumi here to talk about it this time, after a few minutes of failing to find Elie in the crowd. Alexandrine beat Elie to her destination. She stood there, blocking the way. Her face did not show expression very much these days. But there was some pity and sadness. “Please do not leave. Do not misunderstand what I just said as dismissing you. I do believe Emi appreciated your advice. Though we may have to wait a bit to see if she chooses to sing.” She stepped forward, firmly embraced the girl. “You have gone through a lot recently. Don’t run away…like I did…” She simply held the girl for a moment. “You can talk to me, about anything.” She repeated the offer from before. “Just stay with me, in that form. Pretend to be a fan, no one else will interrupt us. Spend some time here just with me.” Just do some things together. That seemed to be the best thing. For Elie, maybe herself.

If Exzelcryth/Fujiko feels bold enough to try to have Elie and Alexandrine at the same time. She’ll get a chance, with Alexandrine running after Elie.

Alexandrine frowned a little. She knew pain. She had tried to encourage Elie. While pointing out things might not be dangerous, for Emi as suggested. She stood up looked to the other two. “I think I need to talk to her a bit more. You two can stay here, or go back into the crowd.” She stepped outside into the hall. Went looking for Elie. Rin turned towards Emi. “It was interesting. So, what do you think now. About either of my ideas?” Was she willing to consider either the professional singing or the boys now? “We could do something else too.” She was curious if the results of the draw made her more willing to consider either.

“Emi saw her mother die. I killed her father with my own hands.” Alexandrine ruled out the possibility of it being a parent. “It isn’t that I doubt your power. But for better or worse, a lot of it is up to interpretation. It is good general advice to keep in mind. But it is lacking anything specific. Unless it is possible for you to find clearer answers? If it is not too straining on you.” She had seen too much to outright dismiss a power like this. But like most powers, it had its limits.

It was a lot to take in. Vague. No real details, but there seemed to be truth in what it said about the past. Suggestions that the idol path would lead to success and happiness for both of them. Alexandrine was ready to give encouragement, like Elie asked, until the final card came up. She listened to what Elie said. There were several ways to take this. From the point of view of some, the lust and corruption could be the same thing. Just doing more of what they did in the van. Or going through with Rin’s idea, with the boys. It did not have to mean anything ‘evil’, did it? She intended to verify that with Elie, and try to reassure Emi. “Do not be scared of the final card, Emi. Listen to what she said in the earlier ones. You have made progress with the pain your past. Found people that care about you. It sounds like you will find happiness, if you overcome your initial fears. You two can find a life to be proud of happiness.” ”…As a Magical Girl or idol…”. She shrugged. “There is no harm giving into ‘lust’, if you want to. I don’t care who or how many you do it with. Like I told you, those of us in this world tend not to get that attached to one person.” Sure, love was still possible. Emi might even marry someone someday. But she was still free to screw around with whoever she wanted. ”…Corruption, on the other hand…”. She turned back to Elie. “That does not necessarily have to mean anything to severe, does it? It is not telling her to give in to her father’s blood?” Or was it? But perhaps in less severe way? Do it, but in a way Emi could control? Not become a demon or broken girl, but embrace the power a little more?

Buying pictures like that, and now giving her this one. Jumi was not sure if that was a more elaborate subtle message of what Fujiko wanted. She looked at it a moment, though she tended not to look that closely at how other people drew her naked. “It’s more tasteful than what some people draw, at least.” She left it unsaid, that she assumed Fujiko was perhaps purchasing pictures like this of her friend. “Oh, there is a whole bunch of stuff happening here. Yes, there should be something like that later. You plan to dress up like one of us?” It was a surprising thing for her to ask about specifically. Fujiko certainly had the body to look good doing it though.

"I've been doing this since I was little kid. I have my own team, based not far from here. We each have our own areas to protect." There were occasionally times they had fought together. It would happen again, she was sure. But most of the time they would be fighting separate battles. Nice as it would be to be on the same team, but it was best to keep separate, protect more area more reliably. "But sure, you could do any number of things in there. As long you don't disturb people in neighboring rooms, you should be able to do just about anything you want, if the one are with is interested." The point was privacy really. Just about anything was allowed, innocent or not. Though she would only confirm that for more innocent options.