Balthier

Claws extended in a desperate, wide arc, the cat-girl was already moving. A flash of dark, silky hair and a smirk was all the hound would see before a clean, powerful kick sent the hound back down into the sloshing, warming water with an audible, indignant cry. The pool was still churning from their mutual impact, the water level rebounding slightly to cover the hound's struggling body once more. Seizing the momentary advantage, the Neko demon pressed her attack, moving with a practiced, predatory grace. She stepped directly onto the Hellhound's midsection, planting the sole of her boot right on the curve between Hellhound's legs. It wasn't a crushing weight, but it was enough—a solid, unyielding pressure to pin the stunned hound beneath the surface tension of the water. She kept her other leg straight, the perfect line of her thigh and calf—smooth, unmarred, and impossibly pale against the dark, disturbed water—holding her balance. She leaned in, her voice a low, purring mockery that cut through the sound of the evaporating droplets. "Trying to run so soon, little puppy? That's not very sporting," she cooed, a playful venom in her tone. "Did you really think I was just some delicate, little human? My, my... you hounds are even duller than the stories say. Look at you. All that fierce heat, and yet you're drowning in a puddle. You’re lucky this is little more than bathwater. Now, hold still. I haven't even had a chance to properly admire the mess you've made of your clothes yet." She pressed down a fraction harder with her foot, feeling the muscle and bone beneath her sole, a clear message of dominance in the slight increase of pressure. "Bad dogs need to be kept on a very short leash, don't they? And this is my favorite kind of trap."

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#1 seems like a nice, slice of life kind of RP. Sounds pretty chill.

Welcome @Ren72, Been a little bit since we had someone join up. Welcome aboard! Want to jump in on anything?

Sounds good. I need to get back to everyone here,just not sure how the time will shake out yet. I'll be back eventually.

Apologies, life has been keeping me busy. As much as I want to get more replies out, It's looking fairly busy until about Nov 2nd.

The Neko was caught by Hellhounds pounce, and the two went flying off the top of the ferris wheel. As Hellhound maneuvered, selflessly attempting to shield the girl in order not to kill her as they fell, the Neko took on a slightly altered appearance, still cute, but with her claws out, the cat ears of the costume had fallen away, only to be replaced by the real thing. It was at this point Hellhound realized ahe had a Neko demon in herhands, who was only too happy to go along and try to make sure Hellhound broke her fall. She smiled wickedly as her large, soft breasts pushed against Hellhounds own as they fell together. When they landed on the club rooftop nearby, as luck would have it they landed in pool of the nearby Manyo Club. The splash was spectacular, water flew in all directions, and even then they still hit the bottom pretty hard. The cat demon was dazed even though she had mostly managed to land on her feet, though Hellhound had ruined her perfect landing. "What a vile mut you are..." The neko demon said as she staggered to her feet, rips in her skin tight back bodysuit now. She hissed as water from the splash rained back down on them. The cat demon launched into an agile attack, trying to trip the Hound.

Neko lead Hellhound on a wild chase through the streets, exploding through crowds of people and bounding through traffic, only narrowly avoiding getting hit, and causing some minor fender benders. The catsuit girl dodged and ran through the city. Through a maze of tall building and unfamiliar smells, until the cat girl ran effortlessly up a large ferris wheel right in the middle of town. The smell of mineral water and hotsprings filled fhe area, and a sign off in the distance proclaiming the nearest building the Yokohama Manyo Club. People looked out of windows, and lounge in outdoor hot springs, looking at the Neko running up the ferris wheel. Some voice shouted, there was commotion, fromboth men and women at the club, as they feared something usual was happening, but curious enough to watch from a distance. The catsuit girl rested a moment at the top of the ferris wheel, trying lay low, eyes searching until she found Hellhound, presumably chasing her. She watched staying quiet, teying to hide and see what would happen. She only cursed the people looking in her direction might help give her away. Though they started to turn their excitement towards Hellhound as she came closer.

Akemi was caught in a moment of hesitation. First off, if magic was being used, and the customers looked this drained, this couldn't be good. Second she didn't want to reveal her magical girl form here in public. Third she didn't want trouble by her father's restraunt. There was a smug look on the girl in the catsuits face, and something about the way she carried herself, and stuck her chest out, almost flaunting it at them, Akemi disliked. Her hand on Hellhound's arm tighten. Catsuit girl (Neko) smirked, "Oh ho! Is the little doggy afraid of the black cat?" With a completely unnecessary, or so Akemi thought, backwards summersault. Her body suit not quite succeeding it keeping her assests for jiggling as she settled into a fighting pose with claws out. Neko girl looked over a shoulder a second, apparently considering if fighting in front of the Cat Cafe would be a good thing for her purposes. Thinking better of if, she kicked the neon sign, which exploded in a bright blinding light, using it as cover as Akemi and the rest of fhe street reflexively shielded their eyes. Neko ran across the street in a flash of speed, very quickly tapped Hellhound on her chest, saying "Tag, you're it." Just as fast she was gone, with a long jump, then running down the street. "This could be our chance, if you follow her, I'll catch up later!" Akemi slipped a bracelet with an air tag like device over Hellhound wrist. "Go get her!"

Exzelcryth noted to Elie's question, "I suspect we'll have much more trouble from Kaji, if he has even a fraction of the Golden Legion with him, this is probably quite serious." She followed Ellie's conversation further, as she squeezed her leg gently "Zorn, I get the feeling is more your typical demon lord I think. He's out to inflict his will and right to rule over parts of humanity, unless I miss my guess. I'm not saying you have to be friends, or he'll be around. My intention is try and maintain a respectful neutrality. For now l, if we can, at least. Fighting Kaji by himself will be difficult enough. He's powerful, I have my own power, I don't want to fight him, especially not right now. I don't know if he, or more especially his minions are trustworthy. So be on guard." Exzel raised an eyebrow, "You want me to meet your parents?" The fact she had a demon servant, had led her to believe their was some deep history in this family she should probably get to know more. Especially if she wanted to show Exzel off, if thay was the right word, to her parents. What where her parents exactly? Exzwl had more questions the more she thought about it. Exzel felt the energy increase in Alexandrine has she placed her hand on her leg. Good. She liked her responsive like that. "My dear, you are my weapon, and so much more." Exzel's hand inched up ever so much higher on her leg. She went on to explain, "There is a great wide universe out there, there are different dimensions, angels and demons, monsters, mortals and elementals, when you know where to look. My people, the Nexus Devils, are natural travelers, explorers, and... well fyn loving seductresses. I've seen a vast amount out there, there is even more I haven't seen. Perhaps some day, I can tell you more when we have time. Just know there are great forces, light and dark, and all kinds of others, more selfish than anything. I was bound to a dark lord, a demon king of immense power and reach, Gyumoah. This Kaji... was one of his generals. He tried to recruit me when Gyumoah was slain, puck up the mantel, but I made good my own escape instead. Freedom." Her eyes were full of emotion as she looked into Alexadrine's eyes, the to Elies. "Needless to say, I much enjoy present company more. As for our deal, demon business is no doubt boring in it's details..." It wasn't. Of course she was practiced courtier, concubine and was great at passing something off as nothing, that wasn't. "Let's just say, I have my ways and I think we might have an... understanding." She looked seriously at Elie, "Alexandrine is right, don't take the chance. If Zorn comes into conflict, or desides it's in his interests to fight Kaji, so be it, I won't count on it though. We did perform a certain rite, that may hold some sway, we'll just see how it goes." Though... There was the off chance Exzel might try to play off the fact Kaji wants her, or wants her dead. Zorn didn't seem like the one who wants to share power, neither is Kaji. Exzel, while strong, did not represent the kind of threat to rule Kaji would. If... if Zorn ended up getting along with Kaji, that could be really bad. In fact they might even be able to trap her and bind her to survive again, and thay was the last thing she wanted. On the other hand if she could play Zorn against Kaji, using her body, her shape shifting even, she wasn't above that, to get things in her favor. Though she had actually enjoyed being fucked by a demon lord, of her own will for change, it was exhilarating, she had felt free thay time. But she would never, never bring that up.

Akemi looked hard out the Window as the Hound made her statements. Something, indeed, didn't look right upon further observation. The people didn't just look tired, they look drained. "I think you're..." Hellhound was up before she could say right. Akemi watched the Hound dash outside, while her own sensibilities usually called for a more... restrained investigation approach, it was clear Hellhound was still acting on her gut without such reservations. Akemi covered her mouth in surprise a moment, before she jumped up. Delayed but attempting to catch up to Hellhound, afraid this would quickly spiral out of control. She caught up, putting a guarded hand on Hound's arm, silently urging caution in the middle of the sidewalk, as they looked across the street. Hellhound's shouting did stop people in their tracks, and many were looking now. Cars driving by now sped up and away. "Careful, we don't want to jeopardize the people or my dad's restaurant." Akemi said under her breath. Still she was surprised how well Hound was acting even with this situation. She might make a great guard/attack dog yet. The catgirl, meanwhile, did look surprised to see Hellhound. But the surprise was only momentary, it soon faded to just the slightest of smiles. "Whatever do you mean, magic?" Feigning ignorance. She looked back behind the girls to the Beef Bowl. "Hikaru should keep his dog on a leash. I'd hate to see her run over." The girl in the catgirl outfit, lowered her neon sign, and black claws seemly grew out of her right fingers. She stood at her full height, not that tall, but good posture, chest out in defiance, and a hand on her hip, which was thrust to the side. Akemi spoke quietly in the Hound's ear, "You're sure? They're using magic?"

Akemi stopped and looked over her shoulder. Nodding to the Hound, "Yes, that's the rival restaurant's mascot. See how she tries to draw attention?" As she talked the girl in the cat outfit twirled and moved her sign, with neon LED lights in an almost hypnotic pattern. Her hips with an exaggerated sway as she walked back and forth. She was drawing more looks and attention by the minute. Suddenly music started and she did a little dance, energetic, and ending in a defiant stand facing the Beef Bowl, looking right at Akemi and Hellhound as the Cat Cafe across the street was nkw drawing at least as much customers as the Beef Bowl, if not more, and people on the street held up their cameras to stream video of the dancing cat girl. "She certainly is energetic." She might have added, and cute, but didn't think that was appropriate. The smell of teriyaki and curry filled the Beef Bowl as Akemi finished eating. Akemi's father looking at the customers flocking across the street with a glare. Unknown to all, the catgirl was weaving a subtle charm. Witchcraft, and was enticing customers with mlre than just her looks, but with arts of magic, most black. When some customers finished their meals at the Cat Cafe, they left looking tired, almost as if something had drained each and every one of them, compared to the smiles and full bellies of those leaving the Beef Bowl.

I was waiting for you Okay Exzel talked. If Exzel gets ahold of Azreal... it wouldn't be pretty. For either head.

Exzel walked by Alexadrine casually, having vivid memories of taking her firm in Zorn's lair. He had ben very... energetic about fucking her there, and it gave Exzel a smile smile to herself. She put on finger on the back of Alexandrine's neck, her touch, in proximity to the place of the collar, would sent an almost electric feeling down Alexadrine's core. The Demoness was calm, but a little playfulness was returning. "Some feelings you shall feel again..." Next she walked behind Elie, also a light touch on her neck, and igniting a tingling in her mark on her. "And I have plans for you as well." She glided towards a chair between to 2 of them, and sat herself there. "But first, let's talk about Kaji." She looked into Elie's eyes then into Alexadrine's, taking a moment of silence to express the seriousness of this with an intense look. Speaking to Alexadrine, I... we... we're payed a visit yesterday. Kaji, a demon General of Gyumaoh's VanGuard, leader of the remnants of the Golden Legion. A Crack troop of demon troops." She breathed deep. "He got the jump on us and very nearly killed me. He is ruthless, powerful, and I'm sure we haven't seen the last of him or his minions. He always wanted me, but I wasn't for him at that time you see. The "great" Ox demon king was not big on sharing like that... We must be on our guard. I may even do a bit of reconnaissance myself, and keep you both appraised. I do expect trouble though. Overt or subtle both." Exzel looked back to Elie, "I have tried to form an... understanding with the demon lord Zorn. If all goes as I hope, you both should be off limits. He has a history with Daimond though. I attempted to, placate his interest, but this might be a fluid thing." The fact she had lay with Zorn, and had tried to milk his cock dry with all the skill of a professional coutesan of a royal court, while she role played out his fantasy, she kept to herself. But that fact may have sealed the deal just strong enough to prevent a war. "If approached by Zorn or his forces, show them your mark, or your collar, and tell you you belong to me. It may be enligh to avoid a fight. With Gyumoah's remnants out there, I don't want to fight Zorn. But there is a lot of finesse in demon parts sometimes." Exzel hoped she had explained it plainly enough, and she watched as the girls went on with breakfast. A smile returning to her white face, and a bit of her sparkle in her purple eyes, "With the three of us, I have confidence, we can thrash almost anyone." She calmly put a hand under the table on each of their legs, in a reassuring, if also possessive hold, "You're both mine, and I intend to keep you both. Do you any questioned you would ask?" Her mind turning from strategy to what she might do later with her girls.

Which one? Were you responding next in the Princess thread, or was Exzel going again?

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Exzel released Alexadrine's hand, and went to stand to the side, halfway between the two. She looked to Elie as she spoke, pleased at the way things were starting off. She smiled softly, reassuringly. Alexandrine had taken the news of Zorn much better than Exzel had thought she would. She had already known. Alexadrine had been more aware than she'd assumed, and that was a good thing. Daimond had obviously not survived this long without good reason. They would need to talk about details later at some point. "I am pleased, that your emotions have settled, my dear." Exzel looked into Wlie's eyes as she spoke. "We been through a lot the last few days." Exzel gestured for the ladies to take their seats if they desired. "I'm happy to see you both this morning." She felt a pang of possessiveness as she looked from one girl to the next, curious as to why Alexdrine was here now, but patient enough to find out in time. She was pleased to see her none the less. The two people, she really felt an emotional attachment to, if for differe t reasons. Yet still thanks to how last night had finished, she was feeling relaxed still, even after the close brush with death yesterday. It just made her want to enjoy life all the more, and her white skin had a certain glow about it this morning.

The girls from earlier seated near Hellhound, watched her as she ate... enthusiastically, eventual covering their mouths to giggle quietly, but not able to look away. Akemi smiled gently, "I hope you like it, do the flavors agree with you?" Hikaru watched Hellhound eat with an approving smile, turning soon, to finish plates of spicy yakisoba. Topping off the dish with a few fresh sliced vegetables on top of noodles and sautéed chicken. He soon served a plate each to Akemi and Hellhound, but had to turn back and prepare more and the smell of the food, and the novelty of Hellhound eating there drew more and more costomers. Akemi dantily said, "Thank you for the food," before she began to eat. Slowly at first, but soon she was also eating fairly quickly. Outside across the street, the rival restraunt owner, watched, glaring. Going outside to see what the commotion at the Beef Bowl was. Standing hands on hips the man, saw a crowd going in and saw Hellhound inside eating. Thinking the Beef Bowl got some kind of mascot for attention, he stewed, angry. Made a phone call, and within 10 minutes, a young woman, looking like she's in her early 20s, dress in a rather revealing cat outfit, began holding a sign and twirling, attempting to draw customers as a few people on the street took notice.

Her voice was smooth, and soothing, "No need to trouble yourself after last night, wait here, my darling, and I shall bring her back to us." Exzel had decided perhaps she should see Daimond just before Elie, and assess her state for herself, just a precaution, and also have a word. The Nexus Demon, Exzel, walked gracefully through the mansion and found Alexadrine waiting. With measured but confident steps she glided towards Alexadrine, a slight bounce in her chest with each click of her heeled feet on the followed floor of the room. She smiled a smile that looked genuine as she laid eyes on Alexandrine, taking particular care to notice what she was wearing. "Good of you to join us, Alexadrine." Exzel purred as she walked close and took her gently holding her arm between her own and her bossom. The Demoness squeezed her hand, as she guided her to walk slowly, back to where breakfast and Elie were waiting. Exzel's piercing purples eyes looked into Alexadrine's. "My sexy girl, we have much to discuss. So much... but first, I want to be clear, about something. I recently became aware of your history, and I tell you this because you are mine now, and I value you, try not to over react. Zorn lives, I have seen him with my own eyes. This is a secret, and better no one knows, that you know just yet." Exzel's look soldered with concerned intensity, she expected this may come as a shock, and was prepared to give her 'pet' emotional support.

Akemi, fixing her hair back cutely, and rolling up her sleeves, decided to help her father, who went behind the counter to the cooking area. With a skill that only comes from years of working together, the two worked side by side moving differently, but in such synchronization that it looked like a dance. Rice, meat, spices, sauces all coming together and making a truly mouth watering aroma. Even more people outside caught the smell as they walked by and felt compelled to to come in. Akemi's skirt swaying as she moved in the kitchen, that was behind the counter, in full view of the customers. The girls that had been around Hellhound returned to their meals by keep eyeing her with smiles. The college age employee at the register, deftly took to orders and relayed them to Hikaru and Akemi, as the team worked with flawless skill. In what seemed like a short time, Hikaru had prepared all the ordered food, plus a lot of extra for Akemi and Hellhound, with Akemi's help. Savory rice dishes, spicy noodles and ramen where all served up. Sounds of appreciation filled the restaurant around Hellhound, as people ate. Hikaru set an extra large Beef Bowl special in front of Hellhound, which consisted of tender juicy beef on a bed of rice, with his house special, home made teriyaki sauce. "I hope this is to your liking." He said with a friendly smile, soon back to preparing a spicy chicken and noodle dish for Hellhound and Akemi. He truly found joy in cooking good food for people. Even more for his daughter and her friend. Akemi sat next to Hellhound, waiting for her food, and leaned closer to the Hound. "Go ahead, try it!"

"Nice to meet you, I'm Hikaru," Akemi's father nodded along, puzzled only by the word play, but his gave didn't show it. "You went to the baths together before putting on the costume?" He walked from behind the counter as Hellhound sat, surprising him. He wanted to inspect her "Costume" closely. Truth of the matter, he had always liked dogs. He looked at her closely. Akemi leaned over and whispered in her father's ear. As she did seem group of girls in their early 20s turned from their food when one indicated Hellhound with a nod. All four of them stood up and crowded around Akemi's father and Hellhound. "Ohmygawd your do cute," the first girl said, as the others said similar things, one reaching out to touch her hair, that turned into a cautious head pat. Akemi pulled her father away, a moment whispering in his ear as the girls heaped praise on Hellhound. Hikaru's eyes went wide as Akemi explained what the Hound really was. Still his eyes kept a softness when they looked at her. A sympathetic look, it seemed, but also of burning curiosity. Hikaru approached Hellhound and gently took her arm, encouraging her to stand up, trying to get her to sit at a table or at the counter. "Come, please have a seat, I'll fix you some food."

Exzel was feeling pretty. Feeling alive this morning after her rest. Sensing Alexadrine near, her contemplative thoughts faded, as she walked into the estate. She believed Elie had come to terms with Exzels demon needs after their talk yesterday. Well, after their talk, and then fucking Elie senseless. It has filled her with such a feeling of contentness, right until she was stabbed in the back... But today was a new day, she doubted the Golden Legion would try anything with her, Zef and 2 powerful magical girls here. They would probably want to ambush them, 1 or 2 at a time. Though that wasn't a sure thing. She glided into the room breakfast was prepared. Seeing Elie sitting at the table, she walked up behind her and put a gentle hand on her shoulder. "I can feel we have a guest this morning. Are you feeling good? About what and why I did what I did to Alexandrine?" She wanted to be clear, and... she wasn't against sharing Alexadrine with her marked girl.

@ElieCapulet30, you want to go get Alexandrine or is Exzel going to get her at the front door?

Akemi paused as she closed the door. A bunnyman... that sounded familiar, but she couldn't quite place it. She was sure she had heard of a rabbit demon once, but couldn't remember where. She was confident no demon would be suicidal enough to go to the convention though. She did feel relieved Hellhound wasn't interested in going, that potentially could have went south fast. Her father's restraunt stood before them. Large glass windows let one see inside, to tables and a long bar with stools that had many customers eating bowls of ramen and soba. The sign out front said, Beef Bowl, and it had a little cartoonish cow smiling and holding up a bowl of ramen. Akemi opened the door to walk inside, 2 customers exiting gave weird looks to Hellhound as they exited, then hurried along their way. "Irasshaimase!" Was heard from behind the counter as Akemi led the way in. "Akemi!" Her father greeted her with a broad smile as she walked in. He was a middle aged Japanese man, short hair with a well trimmed pencil mustache. He wore a somewhat traditional ramen chef's shirt with rolled up sleeves, and sported a white headband tied in the back. Akemi smiled back at him as she approached the counter. "Hello dad. This... is my new friend." She said as she gestured to Hellhound. Her father looked up and down Hellhound. "That an impressive cosplay! I've never seen anything so realistic! And her muscule definition, is that real!? Did you meet at the convention?" Akemi made a face. "Well, actually..."