The Dragon Children: Second Generation

[Twister980]

~Eruan~

He finally rounded the corner, bumping into some demons. "Ah! Excuse..." They all turned to look at him. "...Me." He drew his sword. Len, get them out of here. The sapphire blade glowed with a bright light as he slashed through the first demon.

~Lobinka~

She clambered onto Strych's back. Queen Below requests you administer the dream state. She said to him, trying not to sound too excited as he put her to sleep.

~Strych~

Now... These rebels are your enemies, they fight against your queen. Your queen will destroy them through you. He looked below, only to see Aristocoles flying towards the prison hold. May you fly swift and bring Adarah's enemies great pain, old one.

[rocklobster]

--Ariel--
Ariel spoke to Eruan No, let Shiro earn her stripes. Let's see how capable she and Len are of defending themselves.
--Reika--
"Berenike, get out of the way. I need a clear shot and you're blocking me. She's not the Eulalia we once knew. I'm sorry, big sis, but I'm afraid you're my enemy now." she fought back tears. Great, I'm starting to think like my little brother now. she thought.
--Adarah--
Adarah saw this in her mirror. If I can make her kill that dragon, there's no way she'll be disloyal. Her human side will be so distraught that she will dwindle. The less her human side interferes, the better her chances of staying loyal.
She sent a command to Eulalia's ring. Berenike's always been holding you back. She has no idea of the kind of leader you'd be. She never loved you. Don't hold back. Kill her. It will feel so good. The ring sent euphoria into her, ensuring that Eulalia would relish killing her mentor.

[Ally-Ann]

=Eulalia=

Eulalia ran at Berenike, ferocious, black flames following her quickly. Berenike kept her wings spread out in front of Reika and commanded the water to rise in front of them.

"Ha!" Eulalia cried maniacally, using the black flame whips to swallow the water up. Berenike's eyes widened for a split second before Eulalia wrapped the whips around her former dragon's neck, smiling maliciously face-to-face with Berenike. Berenike cried out from the deadly burns that the flames were causing. "It's over, 'Nike." And with that, Eulalia jabbed a kunai through Berenike's heart, slashing upwards and stunning the latter slightly. Berenike, however, calmed and smiled ruefully, the whips still wrapped around her neck.

"So... This is really what you want," she whispered, blood starting to spill from her mouth, as she fell gracefully towards the ground.


=Chrysanthe and Aristocles=

Aristocles stepped in front of the group, standing up straight at his full height. "Chrysanthe," he growled. Chrysanthe whipped out her dagger, got into a defensive stance, and clenched her jaw. "Oh, so you think you're strong enough to fight me?"

"As long as Sophia is with me," Chrysanthe replied confidently. Aristocles couldn't help but grin evily.

"Ha! Don't make me laugh." Aristocles laughed evily. "Now, look into my eyes, And don't even try to resist like you did earlier." This time, it was Chrysanthe's turn to smirk, which she did.

"Fine, then," she replied. She looked Aristocles in the eyes and glared. Aristocles chanted the spell.

"Now, Chrysanthe. Attack your enemy."

"Of course." And with that, Chrysanthe darted with lightning speed up to Aristocles and slashed him across the neck, though she didn't cut his throat. This sudden bout disobedience, since Chrysanthe was under a spell, surprised Aristocles. Chrysanthe stood infront of him in a defensive stance, holding her dagger infront of her chest to guard her heart.

"Chrysanthe... I said to attack your enemy!" Aristocles yelled at his former companion, grabbing her by her shirt collar, lifting her off the ground. Chrysanthe winced slightly at being handled, but didn't resist; she was used to it from her former days with Aristocles.

"I did," she replied simply. "You are my enemy. I do not serve Adarah or you anymore."

"But how did you resist the spell? You looked straight into my eyes! Glared, even!" Aristocles growled, shaking Chrysanthe roughly.

"Have you noticed anything different about my attire?" Chrysanthe asked. Aristocles, still holding her up by her shirt collar, looked her up and down.

"What are you talking about, you little--" Aristocles stopped when his eyes rested on the tiara that was placed on Chrysanthe's head.

"Sophia gave it to me. As long as I wear it, you cannot influence me," Chrysanthe explained. Aristocles became furious. He would take it off her head right then and there, but being a tiara of Sophia, Artistocles knew he probably couldn't take it off.

"I'm not your minion anymore," Chrysanthe stated, squirming slightly to try to get free.

"Oh, you want down? Fine then!" Aristocles snarled, throwing Chrysanthe violently across the hall. Chrysanthe hit the wall painfully with a cry of pain, falling to the floor on her stomach. "I'll deal with you later," Aristocles said before turning his attention from the abused Chrysanthe to the rest of the group. "Let's get this over with." He summoned black flames that were much like Eulalia's, only larger and hotter, and emitting a scent that could only be described as choking. The flames engulfed Aristocles, outlining his form, before he charged the group.

[Twister980]

~Eruan~

Alright then. He turned to Len. Scratch that, I'll need your help here. He said to the two. He glanced over in time to see Aristocles charging them. And I could use your help right about now!

~Lobinka~

She hummed softly, the dream state induced by Strych came with a form of the drug from the dream machine, putting her in a state of Euphoria. The dreams Strych sent to her were more vivid. Villages slaughtered, by her hand. Cities burned. Angels under her feet. But herself bowing down to her queen below. You will become one of Adarah's Greatest warriors.

[rocklobster]

OOC: Ally, you can introduce Chrysanthe's angel in your next post. Oh and can you make it like Eulalia's flown off and doesn't see what's happening?
--Reika--
Reika caught Berenike's body as she fell. "NOOOO!" she exclaimed. "You, you, spoiled brat! She was the closest thing you had to a mother! How could you!"
Brylin came down next to his owner.
"Reika, there might still be a chance. Place your hands on her chest, where her heart is."[/i] he said.
Reika obeyed.
Now concentrate, as hard as you can. Send electricity into her heart. The shock should revive her.
Reika nodded. Nothing happened.
OOC: She's a human defibrillator with her lightning powers.
Joanne approached the dragon. Sophia, is it her time yet? she asked.
No, you may. came her mother's reply.
Yupolga.
Joanne placed her hand on the dragon's head and chanted a spell in the angelic language. "You are not ready for Adelphi yet, my friend. There is still much work for you."
Then she turned to her daughter. "Reika, shock her again. It'll work this time."
Reika nodded. The dragon's body convulsed.
OOC: Have Berenike slowly open her eyes and thank Joanne and Reika. Also, Twister, can you have Lobinka stay out of the fight until further notice?

[Lockon Stratos]

I activated the communication orb-thing. "Ok, how do you work this? Um, shorty. How's the rescue part of this operation going so far? You need any help?" I'm not good magical things, ok?

[Diamond Dragon]

-Shiro-
As Shiro held the fan up, it started to glow slightly. Then, with a woosh, she brought it down in arc. What happened next genuinely surprised her. The fan created a large tornado that swept away all of Adarah's creatures, except Aristocles.

-Ai-
Ai watched all that went on in shock and dismay. How COULD Eulalia? Berenike used to be her best friend and companion! How could she do that? WHY.... Ai turned away sharply as angry tears welled up in her eyes.

[rocklobster]

--Kilin--
Kilin put a comforting wing around Ai. Joanne and Reika are doing the best they can. Perhaps you should lend a little of your power to Reika.
--Sophia--
Sophia watched as the battle waged on. She was pleased at Chrysanthe's sudden confidence.
"But she'll be powerless against the dragon since she has no real powers of her own." She snapped her fingers. "I've got it! It's about time I sent that angel I talked to while the battle was going on. I believe her name was...Annaliese, that's it." She sent a command to Annaliese, telling her to come to her quarters.

[Ally-Ann]

=Eulalia=

Right after Eulalia had stabbed Berenike, she flew off towards the main gates of Heilgrad. Something odd began to stir in her mind. You've done it. You killed your closest friend. One side of her said. Ha! Friend? She was holding me back! I should've killed her a long time ago! The other side of Eulalia's mind switched sides. But without her, you might still have been in the orphanage! She was the first to accept you when no one would! When everyone thought there was no hope for you! Eulalia kept arguing with herself. Well, kudos to her for being a goody-goody. I would've recieved my powers anyway; it was my destiny. Sides switched again. You sound like a fool! What is this talk of destiny? This talk of your rightful place? It's foolishness! Eulalia growled to herself as she contiued flying. She then flew past the main gates. Silence! This is my destiny, now accept it! And with that, Eulalia's mental division and arguing was over, making her sigh in relief. Her attention then turned to Shiro and Chrysanthe.
The Resistance is trying to taking Shiro and Chrysanthe back. But I won't let them. She thought. She then shrieked slightly to get a good idea where everything was, near and far, then began flying down the dark corridors of Heilgrad.


=Berenike=

Berenike felt... cold. And empty, numb, the feeling of shock and grief settling over her once more. It was dark. It was lonely. It was dreadful. But it lasted for only a minute or two.
Berenike felt herself twitch... No, it was more than a twitch. Something on her chest... sent currents through her. It made her jolt. Made her gasp. Made the feeling come back to her. Now she felt... warm. Physically warm, but emotionally, mentally, she was still empty. Berenike now felt delirious as she allowed her eyes to flutter open, but just slightly as she found it difficult to open them completely. She looked around as best as she could and saw that Reika's hands were over her chest, where her heart was. She looked at Joanne, then back at Reika before smiling slightly. "Thank you. I owe you my life," she murmured just loud enough for them to hear.


=Annaliese=

Annaliese had been tending to some of the flowers in a garden when she heard Sophia's voice. Her pearl-colored eyes lit up, thrilled that Sophia needed her for something. She imediately teleported to Sophia's quarters. Annaliese walked up to Sophia, smiling, and kneeled. "Nokisme, what is your bidding?" She asked. I wonder what Sophia needs me for? Perhaps to deliver a message to someone? If that's the case, I hope it's a good message. Perhaps a message of instruction? Or one of a blessing?


=Aristocles and Chrysanthe=

Aristocles braced himself against the strong wind with some difficulty. "So, that's how you want to play, eh? Well, two can play at this game," Aristocles said in a chillingly low voice before the flames engulfing him grew. He then whipped his tail violently, sending the choking, black flames in the direction of the group. Chrysanthe, still laying on the ground, was delirious. Her vision started to come back just in time to see Aristocles whip the fire towards the group.

"No..." she croaked, the pain in her stomach giving her only a minimal ability to emmit her normal voice at the moment. She then remembered her utility belt. With difficulty, she moved her arm so that she took out a pellet from one of the belt pockets. it contained gas that when inhaled would cause severe illness while you breathed it. But if I use this, it'll affect the others, too... Chrysanthe thought. With pain, she used her arms to push herself up so that she sat on her knees. If I stand up, Aristocles will notice me, and I won't be able to fight back at him now... Chrysanthe thought with dismay when she noted the jolting pain her back and head from when she had been thrown. What do I do?

[Twister980]

~Eruan~

He saw the fire racing towards them. He immediately threw himself in front of Shiro.
He put his blade out in front of him, not knowing whether it would help them at all. Sophia, please bless us, whether this is our time or not. He closed his eyes, ready to meet his fate.

~Strych~

My queen, Lobinka's hatred towards the resistance has grown stronger.
He grinned slightly. And if it would be your will, she hopes to become one of your Elites.

[rocklobster]

--Joanne and Reika--
"Not bad, Reika. You just saved your first life!" Joanne congratulated her daughter. Then she turned to Berenike and continued chanting in the angelic language so that Berenike's strength would return. Within a few moments, she would at least be able to fly.
"Kilin, do you think you can ease Berenike's flight until she's well enough?"
"Certainly." the dragon nodded. "She might be too big to carry, but I can levitate her."
--Sophia--
"I have decided to make you a guardian angel for a child I just rescued from the Black Dragon Clan's control. I want you to go to her now. Her name is Chrysanthe." She walked over to a chest and took out a piece of string. "When you arrive, wrap this string around the Black Dragon Aristocoles's neck. Invoke my name and bind him. That should stop him from hurting anyone."
She turned around and took a scythe, which was similar to the one used by Aaliyah. She stepped back and sliced at the air, creating a whole.
"Go through, now. Do not waste any time." Sophia commanded, but knew the last sentence was unnecessary. Annaliese was never one for wasting time.
--Adarah--
Adarah smiled. She was pleased at how fast the child was adjusting. She sent a message to Strych. "Very well. Bring her to me. I shall prepare the bath for the ceremony."

[Twister980]

~Strych~

Lobinka slowly awoke from the dream state.
News for you, your queen wishes you to become one of her elite.
Lobinka grinned. It shall be as she commands.
He flew over the main gates, and towards the throne room.
They landed a minute later. Lobinka bowed to Adarah. "My queen, I am ready."

[rocklobster]

--Adarah--
Adarah stood in the doorway, naked as the day she was created.
"Welcome, my jewel." she said kindly. "Why don't you take off your clothes and follow me? The bath is ready." she sang.
OOC: Have Lobinka be taken in by Adarah's beauty. Despite her evil, Adarah has retained her angelic beauty. It's a trick she uses.

[Twister980]

~Lobinka~

She gaped, shaking herself. I do not blame you child, her beauty always gets me. Strych said. Nudging her with his nose. She slowly walked after Adarah. Taking off her clothes while they walked.

[rocklobster]

--Adarah--
Adarah showed her the bath. It was a river of blood.
"This is a river I created, flowing with all the blood of those who dared to oppose me. We shall bathe in it. Come, child. Wade into the water with me."
She waded into the water and chanted a spell in the demonic language. Once Lobinka stepped into the water, she would lose all traces of her humanity. She would lose all emotion, and consider Adarah her mother and protector. She would do anything to please her. That would be her only goal.

[Twister980]

~Lobinka~

She heard whispers in the corner of her mind. Quiet ones, but whispers none the less. That told of a humanity she would lose. You were human once, can you really lose yourself in that river of blood? Lobinka shook herself, her hair flying about. I have no need for these thoughts. She slowly stepped into the bath. Feeling herself slowly drain away. Part of her would miss the feeling of humanity. But that part was far from control. She jumped the rest of the way into the bath. Humming in contentment.

[Ally-Ann]

=Annaliese=

Annaliese grinned. She never thought she would be capable of being a guardian angel. "Yes, Nokisme!" She said before taking the string. "I'll do my best," she assured before stepping through the portal.
There was a blinding light before Annaliese's vision cleared, only to be in a dim-lit location. Suddenly, she saw a black dragon engulfed in black flames charging a group of teenagers. She gasped. "Stop! What are you doing, you monster?!" She shrieked, flying infront of the group of teenagers, spreading her wings out as she held back a choke from the strong, smoky scent of the black fire. She may have been Chrysanthe's guardian angel, but she wasn't about to let a group of children get killed by a black dragon. The sudden voice made Aristocles stop and growl.

"Who the devil are you?" He growled mencaingly, the flames growing with his rage.

"I am a guardian angel sent here by Sophia. You will not hurt anyone any longer," Annaliese replied firmly.

"Sophia? Ha! Step aside before I rip your head off your pretty little shoudlers!" Aristocles said in a chilling voice. Annaliese sighed. This must be Aristocles. She then held the string up.

"In the name of Sophia, I bind you! You shall obey me!" Annaliese invoked, making Aristocles growl. She tied Aristocles with the string.

I hate it when blasted angels use that trick! Aristocles inwardly yelled. "I'll kill you!" He roared at Annaliese, struggling to try to lunge at her, but failing because of the invocation. Annaliese sighed once more.

"You're only causing harm to yourself," she replied simply and quietly. She then turned to the group. "Now, which one of you is Chrysanthe?" She asked, scanning the small group of faces. She saw movement out of the corner of her eye and she turned her attention to a small girl who was struggling to stand, using the wall as support. She looked as if she was in pain.

"I-I am..." she said hoarsely. Annaliese imediately flew over to her and pulled Chrysanthe into her arms, kneeling so that she was holding the latter. Chrysanthe looked at Annaliese in the eyes, forgetting the pain for a moment. This angel... She looked familiar, though Chrysanthe couldn't quite place her finger on who she looked like. "You're an angel, but what are you here for?" Annaliese smiled.

"I am Annaliese. Sophia sent me here to be your guardian angel," she replied. She chuckled at the genuine surprise on Chrysanthe's features. "Don't look so shocked. Sophia is obviously very pleased with you. I can tell." This made Chrysanthe smile and blush slightly out of happiness. Now there was not a single thread of doubt in her mind that Sophia was the only true way to joy and completedness. Annaliese then remembered that Chrysanthe appeared to be in pain before. "Now, where does it hurt?"

"My back, mostly, and my head," Chrysanthe replied, the pain returning full force. Annaliese frowned and placed her hands under Chrysanthe, said hands holding the latter by supporting her back. Chrysanthe winced and tensed, dreading the feeling of pain.

"Just relax. I won't hurt you," Annaliese assured soothingly. "Quite the opposite, actually." She concentrated her power to her hands before they began to glow slightly under Chrysanthe's back with healing energy. The wrenching pain in Chrysanthe's back started to fade, leaving a slight tingling feeling as Annaliese healed her.
Annaliese then moved one hand to the back of Chrysanthe's head, inwardly wincing out of sympathy for Chrysanthe when she felt dampness and the slightest indent. Chrysanthe winced again, but didn't tense this time, as she knew Annaliese was healing her. After about ten seconds, Chrysanthe felt no pain whatsoever and Annaliese allowed her to stand up. Annaliese stood up as well and walked back over to the group, a healed Chrysanthe walking beside her.

"I presume you are the Resistance that I have heard about?" Annaliese inquired, pearl-colored eyes looking at the group with curiosity.

[Twister980]

~Eruan~

He gaped at the Angel which had swooped in and saved them and healing Chrysanthe. "Um... Yes." He felt the orb vibrate in the bag. Brandon? Well, you could help us clear a path back towards the front gates.

[rocklobster]

OOC: Ally, please disregard my current PM. I didn't know you had already posted.
--Joanne--
Joanne felt a strange presence. I know that feeling. We must have a new ally. She closed her eyes and used her mage powers to scan for any angels. She felt Anna's presence.
Angel, this is Joanne, leader of the Resistance. I presume you are our new ally, correct? If so, can you tell me if Shiro and Chrysanthe are all right? Oh, and what's your name? she said to the new arrival.
OOC:That's you, Ally. Have Anna introduce herself to Joanne.
--Adarah--
Adarah smiled as the naked Lobinka obediently waded in after her. She could tell how happy the child was, as if the child didn't want to be human anymore. She smeared blood all over the child's body, and chanted in the demonic language the whole time. She used the blood to make demonic markings over the child's face and chest, to permanently darken her mind and heart, taking away all traces of her humanity. Even her will was no longer hers. Then, she cupped her hands in the blood and drank it and then gave some to Lobinka.
"Drink up, my child." she said kindly. "This shall be your new desire. Enjoy the sweet taste of blood."
OOC: Twister, have Lobinka drink the blood. I'll pm you something you should know. Oh, and have Eruan introduce himself to Anna. You should have him bow before the angel.

[Twister980]

~Lobinka~

She cupped her hands in the blood, and lifted it to her lips. The taste of blood brought her shivers. More exhilarating then anything she had felt before. She looked up at Adarah, and bowed. "Thank you, my mother."

~Eruan~

He put the orb back in the bag, and bowed to the angel. "I am Eruan. Champion of Ariel." He smiled.

[rocklobster]

--Adarah--
Adarah finished the spell. Then she said to the child. "Do not bother to put your clothes back on. The spell will not work if the blood is not allowed to remain on your body tonight. We shall have a feast to celebrate your initiation!" She sent a command to her servants. "Come, you must be hungry after all that hard work."
She sent a message to Eulalia as well. We'll let them go...for now. she said to her.

[Twister980]

~Lobinka~

She looked up at her mother. "Yes, after that battle with the boy with the sapphire blade."

[Ally-Ann]

=Eulalia=

Eulalia stopped flying anf landed in a corridor. As you wish, my queen. Eulalia thought back, slightly upset that she hadn't been able reach the Resitance in time.


=Annaliese and Chrysanthe=

Annaliese looked at Eruan and smiled, chuckling slightly. "I'm just an angel, not Sophia; there's no need to bow," she told him kindly. "I'm Annaliese." She then heard Joanne's voice and she mentally exploded with joy. Yes, I am your new ally. My name is Annaliese. Shiro and Chrysanthe are just fine, too. Wow... I've always wanted to meet you! Even if I can't see you. She inwardly giggled.

Chrysanthe looked at Annaliese with wonder. She knew that the angel looked like someone she knew, even though said angel definitely had different features than anyone Chrysanthe had ever met; Annaliese's pearl-colored irises certainly weren't normal (But that didn't mean that they weren't beauiful.), her straight, tail-bone length hair was also a sea green, and her skin tone was that of off-colored cream. But her slim face looked strongly familiar...
Chrysanthe just shook herself out of it. "So... is there a plan on how to get out of here? Or are we just going make a hasty escape?" Chrysanthe asked, looking at the numerous corridors and hall ways. Chrysanthe didn't like this place. It was dim and cold, and smelled of death and other things that she didn't want know the origin of.

[rocklobster]

--Joanne--
Joanne breathed a sigh of relief. "Aaliyah, we need an exit. I don't think it would be wise to open a portal because then everyone who made it through would have another fight. Frankly, I think we've had enough."
"But what about Eulalia?" Reika asked. "We can't just leave her like that."
"I'm afraid we have no choice, my daughter." said Joanne sadly. "What, do you think I can just wave my staff and say 'be well' and break the spell? She has to want the miracle before it'll work. It's a cardinal rule we mages have. I'd love to be able to just wave my staff and say 'evil be gone' and then everyone would be at peace. But it does not work that way."
Reika bit her lip. She didn't like it, but she knew there was no use arguing. Eulalia, you brat! You made nokisme cry. I don't think I'll be able to forgive you.
Aaliyah nodded. "I can teleport everyone back to town in one blast if you like."
Joanne sent a message to everyone in the Resistance. "We're leaving. We have Shiro and Chrysanthe. So we at least have a partial victory." She then said to Aaliyah, "Do your magic."
Aaliyah stood up and waved her scythe in a circular motion. Within moments, all the members of the Resistance, including Annaliese, disappeared and reappeared in the town.
OOC: Ally, have Anna give Joanne a more proper introduction. Why not have her curtsy?
--Adarah--
Adarah took Lobinka's hand and led her into the banquet hall. There was a lavish dinner prepared. She looked at her new child with a sly evil smile. She had to admit, to her the child looked beautiful drenched in blood all over her naked body.
OOC: Eulalia can already be in the banquet hall. Have her sit down next to Lobinka. She can smell the blood on the child.

[Twister980]

~Eruan~

He blinked. They were back in town. We made it. He looked to his right, Saphira was standing tall next to Len. We found Emily. I thought you would have been more excited. He looked over at her. I don't know... She's changed. I have a bad feeling... He looked over at Shiro, who was smiling at Len.

~Lobinka~

She sat down at the table, and shivered. She was only slightly cold. It was the enchantment taking hold of her.

[rocklobster]

--Minerva--
Minerva overheard Eruan and Saphira. Right now, we cannot help her. But if she comes to us like Chrysanthe did, perhaps Joanne will try to appeal to her human psyche.
At that moment, Xavier saw Eruan and Trevor. "Brother Trevor! Brother Eruan! You came back! Want to see what I learned?"
"Now hold up." said Joanne. "Where's my greeting? I could use one of your hugs."
Xavier grinned mischeviously. "I didn't forget." He gave Joanne a nice bear hug and then turned to his "brothers".
Joanne turned to Chrysanthe. "I think we should continue where we left off. If I recall, I was considering baptizing you. What do you say, Chrysanthe.
--Reika--
Reika was lost in her own thoughts. She couldn't get Eulalia out of her head.
OOC: Diamond, could you have Ai talk to Reika?
--Desade--
As Lobinka sat down, Desade said, "Welcome my proud warrior. I see you've done quite well. You've only been with us for a day and you're an elite. Not bad."
"This is only to enhance your teaching. My spell will serve as a substitute for your dream machine. We'll use both methods." Adarah explained. "This will give you time to repair it."
"Of course, my queen." Desade said. "I'm sure you'd like to help me when I need a new test run, right, Lobinka?"

[Twister980]

~Eruan~

He grinned at Xavier. "Sure." He looked over at Shiro. "Just... In a minute?" He approached Shiro and Len. "Well, you two seem to be the happiest bunch here." He smiled. "I'm just glad we made it out."

~Lobinka~

She nodded to Desade. "Of course, it would be my pleasure."

[Lockon Stratos]

"Next time, warn me before you do some of that hocus-pocus *crud!* And Shorty, next time you throw me some kind of weird piece of junk, tell me how the bloody Heligrad I'm supposed to use it!" Okay, maybe I was a little harsh, but the fact that I had ended up not with the others, but in a pigsty nearby, up to my ankles in *fecal matter* and as I was running down stairs at the time of the spell, thus losing my balance, you can guess what state of mind I was in.

OOC: About the *words,* that's how I'm going to write more crass language. Good idea?

[Ally-Ann]

=Chrysanthe and Annaliese=

Chrysanthe looked at Joanne and grinned before nodding. "Yes! I would love to be baptized!" she exclaimed. Aristocles, who was still bound, looked at his former companion and growled.

"You'll have to be naked," he grumbled to her. Chrysanthe glared at him and huffed. Annaliese chuckled.

"Well, I'm sure a child as beautiful as yourself is very pretty under all those clothes," she complimented, earning a blush from Chrysanthe. "Sophia created you after all, right?" Chrysanthe nodded and drew little circles in the dirt with her foot. She then looked at Joanne.

"Like I said, I definitely want to be baptized. Sophia saved me and I want that to be known," she said with a determined voice. Annalies smiled. Chrysanthe was truly a gem. Then, Annaliese's eyes widened slightly and she looked at Joanne.

"Forgive me. I haven't introduced myself properly." She bowed her head and curtsied. "My name is Annaliese, Chrysanthe's guardian angel."


=Eulalia=

Eulalia was sitting at the dining table, waiting for food to be served. She had been waiting patiently when she smelled something... metallic? It had its own smell and Eulalia imediately knew what it was. "Uhm... Did someone go insane with the slaughter?" she questioned to no one in particular as she wrinkled her nose slightly. "It smells like a butcher's shop."

[rocklobster]

--Joanne--
"You don't really need to be so formal around me. I know all you angels like me because I'm Sophia's chosen one, but really, I'm just an ordinary person."
An ordinary person who happens to be a mage. Kilin laughed.
"Why don't you folks wait here a moment. I need to tell my sister I'm all right."
She walked into the inn and saw her sister sitting down. They embraced each other and Joanne told her everything, even the fact that Eulalia was no longer human.
"That brat!" she scowled. "You have to get her back, Joanne. So I can at least give her a piece of my mind."
"I intend to. But now I have a new child to baptize. Coming?"
"Chrysanthe's going through with it? Isn't it ironic. Eulalia comes to save her, and she is the one who needs to be saved now. Of course, I'll come."
Joanne helped her sister up and the two of them walked outside. Elizabeth followed them out.
"If you head down that street, it'll take you right to the lovpla." Elizabeth said. "Just be warned. There's quite a lot of dust. Our last mage was killed by the Weeping Angels."
"Thank you." Joanne said. She raised her staff. "All right then, my little lamb." Joanne said. "Follow me."
OOC:Have Chrysanthe walk behind her obediently.
--Adarah--
"No, Eulalia." Adarah answered. "Lobinka has become what she truly desires to be. My living weapon. She is now an elite. That blood you smell is the blood of all those who dared to oppose me: angels, humans, elves, dragons. She has it all on her. And now she loves it, don't you child?"
The food arrived.
"Let's dig in, everyone. This feast is for our victory and our newest allies." She said, raising a goblet to celebrate. "We may have lost Chrysanthe, but we have broken Joanne's spirit. That alone is cause for celebration."