I figured it would make the most sense if they went to sleep after everything is arranged. They may have found a way to strike a deal, but that doesn't mean Lilith is ready to be friends with someone so irritating. ;) lol
And if I had the proper level of talent, I would be totally willing to make a comic for our story but as things currently stand, that is just a fond dream.
EDIT: Unsatisfying post is unsatisfying, but I decided to post it anyway because there isn't much else I can do while at work. We're only going to get busier from here and I am absolutely going to bed as soon as I get home. Plus, I know you won't judge me too harshly cause you're such a nice guy. ^_^
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I should have written more, but this just seemed like an intense place to leave off. lmao So dramatic! If this were a show, that would have been the end of the episode right there. :P
But yeah, I guess don't advance the story too much by trying to go to bed or anything because the deal isn't official until Aleks verbally swears to uphold his end of the deal.
Also, I totally realized how much our story really is like a dark Beauty and the Beast. Lilith, like beast, is going to be human by the end (though she's going to be waaaaay less happy about it! XD). Also, the more I think about it, I'm worried what Aleks will do when he's been driven to near insanity and sees her like that. What if he kills her? T-T It would be a great ending, but Lilith is like my evil little child. I don't want her to die!
But yeah, I guess don't advance the story too much by trying to go to bed or anything because the deal isn't official until Aleks verbally swears to uphold his end of the deal.
Also, I totally realized how much our story really is like a dark Beauty and the Beast. Lilith, like beast, is going to be human by the end (though she's going to be waaaaay less happy about it! XD). Also, the more I think about it, I'm worried what Aleks will do when he's been driven to near insanity and sees her like that. What if he kills her? T-T It would be a great ending, but Lilith is like my evil little child. I don't want her to die!
Lilith rolled her eyes as the man gently teased her once more, “Tch, I don’t want to be a human.” The thought was grotesque to the proud fox spirit. Being human offers certain benefits. I realize that now but that doesn't mean… to actually want to be… that’s disgusting. She shook her head free of the thoughts as Aleks made his way to the window, her focus now entirely on him. What was it that a man like him wanted?
Of all the ideas she had in her head about what this man might want from her, them being partners was not one of them. She was relieved he was looking away so he couldn't see the shock on her face as he said that. Lilith had enough time to regain her composure before he turned back to look at her, but just barely. Why was he so set on this? What could he possibly gain from helping her?
Her jaw was tight and her eyes narrow as they looked at each other. Should she accept, she would be heavily in his debt. Whether he liked it or not, she would repay that debt but the fox never thought someone would be so opposed to receiving her help. Suddenly it seemed to click. The people he worked for. Aleks had mentioned something about Lilith being forced to take his place had she killed him. The kumiho had merely brushed it off as a threat, but there was a deeper meaning. Someone had held that position before Aleksei, she was certain. Lilith doubted this young man had murdered said person to get into his current predicament, but she suddenly felt very certain he was not employed to the mafia by choice. He wanted people dead, but his hands were tied. He was, in fact, asking her for help. Her expression immediately softened and in one fluid motion, Lilith was on her feet in front of Aleks. Their bodies were close and Lilith’s golden eyes were intense with emotion, though what emotion she was feeling was anyone’s guess. Her heart pounded in her chest, it had been over a century since she had agreed to a contract with anyone.
“I accept.”
Of all the ideas she had in her head about what this man might want from her, them being partners was not one of them. She was relieved he was looking away so he couldn't see the shock on her face as he said that. Lilith had enough time to regain her composure before he turned back to look at her, but just barely. Why was he so set on this? What could he possibly gain from helping her?
Her jaw was tight and her eyes narrow as they looked at each other. Should she accept, she would be heavily in his debt. Whether he liked it or not, she would repay that debt but the fox never thought someone would be so opposed to receiving her help. Suddenly it seemed to click. The people he worked for. Aleks had mentioned something about Lilith being forced to take his place had she killed him. The kumiho had merely brushed it off as a threat, but there was a deeper meaning. Someone had held that position before Aleksei, she was certain. Lilith doubted this young man had murdered said person to get into his current predicament, but she suddenly felt very certain he was not employed to the mafia by choice. He wanted people dead, but his hands were tied. He was, in fact, asking her for help. Her expression immediately softened and in one fluid motion, Lilith was on her feet in front of Aleks. Their bodies were close and Lilith’s golden eyes were intense with emotion, though what emotion she was feeling was anyone’s guess. Her heart pounded in her chest, it had been over a century since she had agreed to a contract with anyone.
“I accept.”
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Sky let out an exasperated sigh but smiled as Nathan began another excited monologue. From what she could gather, he had not gotten much sleep, if any, over the weekend but she was impressed with what he had managed to get done in that time. The machine, which she now knew to be a time machine, was massive in size and grandeur. The young woman had to hand it to the scientist- he was quite brilliant. Well, assuming the time machine worked. Skylar wasn't sure if someone as silly as him could possibly make this giant mass of metal do anything but look like an impressive display of lights.
As if to prove her wrong, the time machine suddenly began to rumble as it went into action. Sky thought it was about to explode and from the sounds of it, so did Nathan. Before she could run for cover, the blue-eyed woman saw a figure begin to emerge from the smoke. This probably should have been further motivation to hide behind something, but her curious mind was too fascinated to be afraid anymore.
As the smoke cleared, the figure took form of a young boy. He seemed harmless, but he also seemed eerily familiar. Nathan commented on the similarity as well, but then decided to introduce himself. The scene was all too familiar for Sky. The scientist greeted the newcomer in almost the exact way he had greeted the young apprentice, and she imagined her expression had looked very similar to the one the boy now held: terrified.
Seeing the boy in such a state, Skylar sprang into action, “Doctor, I hardly think that’s necessary. I mean, look, you’re scaring him.” She gently pushed Nathan back a bit and then kneeled down to get more eye level with the boy. She smiled and held out her hand, “Please don’t mind him. As far as I can tell, he’s harmless to everyone but himself. My name is Sky, what’s yours?”
As if to prove her wrong, the time machine suddenly began to rumble as it went into action. Sky thought it was about to explode and from the sounds of it, so did Nathan. Before she could run for cover, the blue-eyed woman saw a figure begin to emerge from the smoke. This probably should have been further motivation to hide behind something, but her curious mind was too fascinated to be afraid anymore.
As the smoke cleared, the figure took form of a young boy. He seemed harmless, but he also seemed eerily familiar. Nathan commented on the similarity as well, but then decided to introduce himself. The scene was all too familiar for Sky. The scientist greeted the newcomer in almost the exact way he had greeted the young apprentice, and she imagined her expression had looked very similar to the one the boy now held: terrified.
Seeing the boy in such a state, Skylar sprang into action, “Doctor, I hardly think that’s necessary. I mean, look, you’re scaring him.” She gently pushed Nathan back a bit and then kneeled down to get more eye level with the boy. She smiled and held out her hand, “Please don’t mind him. As far as I can tell, he’s harmless to everyone but himself. My name is Sky, what’s yours?”
Awesome! I look forward to it. ^_^
I can't believe Lilith missed her chance to see Aleks look surprised! Oh man, she'd be so mad if she knew! XD It's okay though, I imagine the chance will arise again. Like, perhaps when he watches her literally rip the beating heart out of a guy and just take a big old bite. lol
I can't believe Lilith missed her chance to see Aleks look surprised! Oh man, she'd be so mad if she knew! XD It's okay though, I imagine the chance will arise again. Like, perhaps when he watches her literally rip the beating heart out of a guy and just take a big old bite. lol
Golden eyes flicked down to notice the man’s hands were trembling slightly and although Lilith did not acknowledge it, his compliment did not fall on deaf ears. That’s right, be in awe of me. It’s about time something got to you. You’re finally starting to get it, the fact that you might just be in over your head. Her smile grew, Lilith no longer afraid to show her fangs.
“There is nothing human about me, dear, but if it comforts you to believe I’m more than just an animal, you may continue to think of me as such.” Crossing her legs and inspecting her nails, the fox intentionally made herself look as nonchalant as possible before continuing, “As for the hearts, I eat them, naturally. What else would you expect an animal to do with them?” There could be no mistaking the bitterness in Lilith’s tone every time she said the word ‘animal.’ She had no problem admitting what she was, but she did resent the demeaning connotation the word held for humans. They thought they were so high and mighty but it had not always been that way. Humans used to have respect for the powers an animal could hold. The fox spirit’s heart longed for the admiration and fear her very existence used to elicit. She craved a world where she could be known for what she is and respected for it. Her ego demanded the world come to worship her. She was the most powerful creature alive and the world would soon learn that, but first she needed a human form so that she could properly set the stage. After that, it was just a matter of time…
Looking up at Aleks through her dark lashes, Lilith finished answering his questions, “I need one thousand human hearts in order to become a human. I've eaten 297 so far.” She paused yet again, letting the number sink in. Aleks was steadily regaining his composure, but she expected this to catch him off guard. There was no way the young man was expecting a number that high even if he had suspected her to have more than 2 victims.
“As for your end of the deal, I can give you almost anything your heart desires. Wealth, power, intelligence, a long, healthy life… All you need to do is swear on your soul that you will help me get the hearts I need and your wish is my command.” She knew it sounded a bit too good to be true, but she wasn't lying. As long as he held up his end of the deal, a contract with the fox spirit could be very profitable. It seemed a curious trait for such a mischievous animal, but kitsune were true to their word. They kept their promises and were usually reliable in paying back a debt if you were lucky enough to find a fox indebted to you. It was only when humans grew too proud or failed to deliver on their promise that making a deal with a fox proved disastrous.
“There is nothing human about me, dear, but if it comforts you to believe I’m more than just an animal, you may continue to think of me as such.” Crossing her legs and inspecting her nails, the fox intentionally made herself look as nonchalant as possible before continuing, “As for the hearts, I eat them, naturally. What else would you expect an animal to do with them?” There could be no mistaking the bitterness in Lilith’s tone every time she said the word ‘animal.’ She had no problem admitting what she was, but she did resent the demeaning connotation the word held for humans. They thought they were so high and mighty but it had not always been that way. Humans used to have respect for the powers an animal could hold. The fox spirit’s heart longed for the admiration and fear her very existence used to elicit. She craved a world where she could be known for what she is and respected for it. Her ego demanded the world come to worship her. She was the most powerful creature alive and the world would soon learn that, but first she needed a human form so that she could properly set the stage. After that, it was just a matter of time…
Looking up at Aleks through her dark lashes, Lilith finished answering his questions, “I need one thousand human hearts in order to become a human. I've eaten 297 so far.” She paused yet again, letting the number sink in. Aleks was steadily regaining his composure, but she expected this to catch him off guard. There was no way the young man was expecting a number that high even if he had suspected her to have more than 2 victims.
“As for your end of the deal, I can give you almost anything your heart desires. Wealth, power, intelligence, a long, healthy life… All you need to do is swear on your soul that you will help me get the hearts I need and your wish is my command.” She knew it sounded a bit too good to be true, but she wasn't lying. As long as he held up his end of the deal, a contract with the fox spirit could be very profitable. It seemed a curious trait for such a mischievous animal, but kitsune were true to their word. They kept their promises and were usually reliable in paying back a debt if you were lucky enough to find a fox indebted to you. It was only when humans grew too proud or failed to deliver on their promise that making a deal with a fox proved disastrous.
Just so you know, I should be able to write a post today, but I'll be busy for a couple days after that. I figured you wouldn't mind because we've been going at a pretty leisurely pace, but I wanted to be sure you knew I hadn't disappeared. :)
The edges of Lilith’s mouth twitched, the smile threatening to fall. How disappointing. He wasn't even startled. This stupid human is absolutely no fun at all. She spun in her heel to follow him, her smile officially a frown as she processed what he said to her, “What? I get a compliment in these and not my dress? You must be awfully full of yourself…” The fox stopped suddenly, “Is that why it didn't work?” Is he attracted to other men? That certainly would explain a lot… Her face showed she was deep in thought and obviously having some sort of epiphany. Lilith’s eyebrows were raised a bit and she was looking off into the distance, only to be pulled back to this moment by his next comment. Suddenly, the smile returned as the fox spirit sat down across from Aleks and she shrugged, “I’m just in a better mood when it’s not cold and wet.”
Aleks took her reply as the perfect way to segue into the real reason she was there. She was surprised he was suddenly being so straightforward, but she didn't allow the emotion to show on her face for fear of it bringing back his usual roundabout demeanor. Instead she leaned back and smiled wider, “I've taken plenty more hearts than two, Mr. Titov, and I assumed you would have figured out more than that by now. But I suppose since you've posed the question, if you don’t mind,” Slowly, the fox ears Aleks had seen previously reemerged, but so did nine, snow white tails, “It gets exhausting having to hide those for so long.” She stretched casually, her arms above her head as she arched her back as far as she could. She didn't watch his reaction, mostly because she assumed there wouldn't be one, knowing this man. The fox spirit wasn't in the mood to be disappointed by this man yet again.
Lilith’s tails curled around to her left side and she ran her hand through the soft fur, only now remembering that she had been out in the rain in her fox form. The fur was still a bit damp, but she could dry it with fox fire as soon as she had some time to herself. Right now, it was time for business.
“I need the hearts so that won’t be a problem anymore.” She was telling the handsome young man the truth, but she was being so vague, she wondered if he would settle for such an answer. For the first time since transforming, she looked him in the eye and waited for a sign to show how he was reacting. People don’t often have nonhuman serial killers wearing their clothes and sitting on their sofas, but Aleksei was also not your typical human.
Aleks took her reply as the perfect way to segue into the real reason she was there. She was surprised he was suddenly being so straightforward, but she didn't allow the emotion to show on her face for fear of it bringing back his usual roundabout demeanor. Instead she leaned back and smiled wider, “I've taken plenty more hearts than two, Mr. Titov, and I assumed you would have figured out more than that by now. But I suppose since you've posed the question, if you don’t mind,” Slowly, the fox ears Aleks had seen previously reemerged, but so did nine, snow white tails, “It gets exhausting having to hide those for so long.” She stretched casually, her arms above her head as she arched her back as far as she could. She didn't watch his reaction, mostly because she assumed there wouldn't be one, knowing this man. The fox spirit wasn't in the mood to be disappointed by this man yet again.
Lilith’s tails curled around to her left side and she ran her hand through the soft fur, only now remembering that she had been out in the rain in her fox form. The fur was still a bit damp, but she could dry it with fox fire as soon as she had some time to herself. Right now, it was time for business.
“I need the hearts so that won’t be a problem anymore.” She was telling the handsome young man the truth, but she was being so vague, she wondered if he would settle for such an answer. For the first time since transforming, she looked him in the eye and waited for a sign to show how he was reacting. People don’t often have nonhuman serial killers wearing their clothes and sitting on their sofas, but Aleksei was also not your typical human.
Back in high school, I literally ate candy every single day and would get noticeably moody if I had to go a day without any. I was like a drug addict. >.< I usually kept at least 3 types of candy in my purse, it was SO bad.
And the fork thing is absolutely hilarious, don't even. :P I'm excited to see how Blue Eyes Jr. reacts. XD
EDIT: Okay, so while the "Aleks might be a homosexual" thing is still on my mind, I was thinking it would be fun if at some point that comes into play again. Like, one of Lilith's targets isn't falling for her tricks so Aleks has to seduce the guy. It would please me and Lilith to no end to watch, especially because Aleks would certainly be good at it. :3
And the fork thing is absolutely hilarious, don't even. :P I'm excited to see how Blue Eyes Jr. reacts. XD
EDIT: Okay, so while the "Aleks might be a homosexual" thing is still on my mind, I was thinking it would be fun if at some point that comes into play again. Like, one of Lilith's targets isn't falling for her tricks so Aleks has to seduce the guy. It would please me and Lilith to no end to watch, especially because Aleks would certainly be good at it. :3
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