[Still kneeling, she turns her body to face the demon, but keeping her gaze at her feet.]
...
[She bows, touching her forehead to the ground, exposing the back of her neck.]
O divine spirit of elegance and grace, we wretched things of dirt and water bow to you in supplication. We offer unto thee our heart's blood and heart's earnest exaltations of praise; we offer unto thee our terror and our awe. We do not dare beg of you your blessings of safe passage, for our lives and safety exist only should you deign it, in your grace and wisdom. Blessed are we to witness even this tiny fragment of your glory.
How unfortunate. You can't even shake off a little fear - just as you couldn't protect this body from me. Worthless.
[He has vines grow up en masse around her, trapping her within. It might only last until the emotional manipulation wears off but it'll still give him a chance to cackle at her.]
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[a waggle of a skeletal finger]
I can't just tell you, though. Where's the fun in that? But I do love a gift with a bit of heart put into it.
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...
How about a prayer?
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My usual flock abilities don't seem to be functional at the moment, but normally it would provide healing. Perhaps it still can if you keep it.
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. . .
[she holds out a teacup to Levi and looks to AZ]
I'm listening.
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...
[She bows, touching her forehead to the ground, exposing the back of her neck.]
O divine spirit of elegance and grace, we wretched things of dirt and water bow to you in supplication. We offer unto thee our heart's blood and heart's earnest exaltations of praise; we offer unto thee our terror and our awe. We do not dare beg of you your blessings of safe passage, for our lives and safety exist only should you deign it, in your grace and wisdom. Blessed are we to witness even this tiny fragment of your glory.
[AMEN]
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Levi slices into his palm with a sharp fingernail and holds it over the teacup while Azdaja speaks so his blood can flow into it.]
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She swoons.]
I accept these offerings. Have a *wonderful* time, darlings.
[+2 to any stats of their choice!]
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Thank you for your generosity!
We are not worthy of your attention, but accept it gratefully with our whole hearts. May your name live on to the end of time.
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FAREWELL LEVI, HOPE YOU GET TO DO SOME GOOD MURDERS OUT THERE]
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What, was that really the best you could do??
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Oh, are you the type of man that takes back their gifts? How awful!
[tho she is not immune to the FEAR SURGE and she hesitates. Roll a 1d10 and post results!!1]
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THE DEMON, ACTUALLY FREEZES UP
and for a moment, instead of the skeletal sheep, he sees a flicker of her true self.]
What. . .on earth. . .?
[do as you will.]
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[He has vines grow up en masse around her, trapping her within. It might only last until the emotional manipulation wears off but it'll still give him a chance to cackle at her.]