wooliefrand | Charonquest

[tilts her head at blossom]

Priestess. . .? It's been so long, I nearly didn't recognize you. You look well.

[she takes a sip of her 'tea'. It appears to be blood. It pours through her skull and comes out at the end of her incorporeal tendrils. Then, she rests her chin on her skeletal palm.]

It's also been so long since I've seen such healthy sheep. My my, how are you all? Aside from insulting my taste in decor. . .

But, 'take him back'? You mean to steal this gift? Granted, I did think it was a bit tacky, but how could I say no to such a desperate attempt to win me back? Men truly are so pathetic. It's cute.

Still. . .I've gotten quite used to him. I would be up for a trade though.

[she points at Minuet and Ananke specifically.]

( ... alright. bows at his waist. )

Pardon us, madam, for intruding into your private space. We mean no harm, the journey has worn our souls.

Your gift was taken under false pretenses, I'm afraid. I don't think we can part with a trade, but would there be something else you would like? After all, you must be busy - suitor and all.

[STARES AT HIM LIKE DO NOT ASK A DEMON WHAT THEY WANT OH MY GOD]

( SOME OF US DON'T KNOW HOW TO TALK TO DEMONS??? SET UP SOME GUIDELINES MA'AM )

[ Moves to the front of the group, planting himself between them and the demon ]

A gift? He was stolen from us. There's no trade to make when we're recovering what's ours.

No deal.

He ain't even a shepherd right now. That's not equivalent at all.

[ Letting Perci talk while mentally physically spiritually fighting the urge to just immediately self-sacrifice and solve this problem ]

[i have a gun with honeysuckle bullets, don't test me.]

[ HE'S NOT DOING ANYTHING HE'S JUST THINKING IT REALLY LOUDLY!!!!!!!!! ]

[LOUD ENOUGH THAT HE FEELS THE NEED TO THINK ABOUT DISABLING VERY LOUDLY.]

[everyone can feel that urge that you are projecting very loudly, young man]

[ LOOK ELSEWHERE!!!! ]

[no im standing in front of all the shepherds now, you've lost rights]

Re: THE GARDEN

featherduster - 2023-09-30 22:14 (UTC) - Expand

Ma'am it's been like three days there's no way you're already used to him as a decoration.

[just steps right in front of the shepherds very casually]

What use do you have for a gold statue in the first place?

[ HEY ]

[stop drawing aggro that's my ONLY job]

[ this demon looking at anyone but me is a PROBLEM ]

Re: THE GARDEN

mykidisthebest - 2023-09-30 22:18 (UTC) - Expand

Why, what other reason? It looks nice.

But you're right. Three days is hardly a minute to my kind, though it does brighten up this oh so drab atmosphere. But what is three days to all of you? Are you truly so attached to a mortal you barely know, so much so you'd risk all your lives.

[a hand to her jaw, giggling]

Men are just. . .so cute.

[she sets aside her teacup and 'stands'. Dry, brittle roots rise up, ensnaring Charon's statue, in case they get any ideas on ganking it and running.]

But now there's an interesting question. Would I like something else? Usually I'd say you're in no position to haggle. . .but I'm quite bored, you see.

So. Show me why I shouldn't keep my new water spout.

[A raise of her hand, and then sharp bones sprout from the ground with the intent to impale. Watch your step!]

Edited 2023-09-30 22:16 (UTC)

[ Sounds like it's time to ENGAGE WINGS

He grabs the hand of whoever's closest to him and flies straight up, and with Scarab still tethered to the baby leash it's just going to drag anyone still holding on along ]

First you steal my shepherd, and now you attack my flock?!

[ .....,, OKAY

Well thankfully there are more flight-capable people on this baby leash than otherwise.

SCOOPING STYX UP IN A PRINCESS CARRY AND TAKING OFF TOO ]

Hey, hey, weren't we having a nice calm conversation?!

[ DANGLES WITH ONE HAND ON THE BABY LEASH

OKAY I GUESS. GETS READY TO CAST A THING ]