Lilith rose to her feet slowly, the body of Andrei now lifeless at her feet. She wiped her mouth with the back of her hand, the action doing little since both surfaces were covered in blood. Without so much as a glance at the bodies that lay around her, the walked out of the room and knocked on the door to room 506. The two young men that were hidden inside froze at the sound. They were huddled in the closet with the briefcase, the noises from next door enough to send them into hiding. Maxim had hoped the woman, or whoever it was that had caused their comrades to scream so horribly, would have just left but now he feared they had returned for the drugs. He glanced at his companion who held the briefcase to his chest as if it could save him and contemplated the best course of action. Maxim didn't know if the assailant could get into the room, but he figured they might as well prepare for that. Nudging Stick on the shoulder, he whispered, “Looks like things have gone to shit… Let’s do one more line. What do you say?” The frail teen looked at him with a mix of shock and fear.
“D-Do you really think that’s a good idea? Shouldn't we plan a-an escape?”
“There’s no point. If Pavel and Rocket are out, there’s no way we can take ‘em and it’s too late to try and escape. We should have run when we heard screams. Damn it, why couldn't they just leave?” Maxim shook his head and reached for the stash of cocaine, “Anyway, it doesn't matter now. I’m going to do as many bumps as I can before that psycho shows up.” Reluctantly, Stick agreed and the briefcase was opened, each man taking a bag for themselves as they heard the door open.
Stepping into the room, the dark-haired woman saw no one. She allowed the door to shut behind her and peered into the bathroom, finding nothing there as well. Noticing that the briefcase was nowhere to be seen, she began to worry. Aleks said to make sure the briefcase stayed, they better not have run off with it. Growling softly at the thought, Lilith’s tails began to twitch in irritation. She clenched her hand into a fist and was ready to punch the wall when she heard a sharp intake of breath. Golden eyes darted to the closet and she slid the door open so hard it almost came off its track.
Lilith should have been pleased that the two had not run off, but instead she was disgusted. There they were, huddled in a closet with the remnants of their last bump still on their noses. They looked up at her bleary eyed, so high they couldn't properly process the danger. Fear and panic would set in soon enough, but for now they just looked like fools.
“Pathetic… your hearts are hardly even worth the trouble.” She spat the disdainful words as she grabbed Stick by his shirt and pulled him close to her face, “You should thank me for putting you out of your misery.” Before the teen could respond, Lilith struck her arm into his abdomen, similar as to what she had done to Rocket. His body didn't put up much of a fight and she easily ripped the heart from his body. Taking a bite, the kumiho’s nose crinkled.
The sight was more than enough to set off Maxim and the young man began to scream in horror. He tried to get up and run past the fox spirit, but she easily grabbed hold of his hair and yanked him back. She held his head so he had to face her as she finished eating, her eyes staring deep into his though the man tried to look everywhere but at her.
“You’re rather handsome, you know. I imagine you could have done something with your life.” She paused to take another bite as she tilted his head, trying to get him to look at her, “But you’re weak. Even now, you aren't trying to fight. Does your life truly mean so little to you?” Maxim didn't know how to respond, not that he could have anyway. His heart raced and his lungs gasped for air as his body went into a full-fledged panic attack. With a sigh, Lilith accepted that it was probably time to put the man out of his misery and dispensed of him just as she had the others.
Once finished, the fox spirit wiped off a bit with one of the towels in the bathroom. Satisfied that one would notice what blood was left in her hair, Lilith made her tails disappear and put on her coat. She didn't pass anyone as she walked down the stairs and she slid into the lobby bathroom without anyone looking her way. She locked the door and washed up better, taking off the bloody stockings and throwing them in the trash. She pulled her satchel from the cabinet under the sink and tied her hair up in a messy bun, smiling at her reflection. Her dress was still covered in blood, but no one would see that with her coat on. Satisfied she could walk out the door without anyone questioning her, Lilith did just that. She pulled out her phone and began typing a text as she stepped out onto the street, strutting past several empty police cars.
[4:22 There’s something strange going on at the Hotel Rossiya, lots of police cars outside. I think I’m going to find somewhere else to stay tonight. Don’t worry though, I’ll be alright. See you soon?]
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I wanted to teach elementary school, so I would have taught all subjects, but if I had to pick one, I probably would have picked English cause I loved reading back then. Now I would pick biology.
I'm not satisfied unless I get at least 90% and I prefer it to be higher.
Also, trying to write, but having trouble focusing. :s
I'm not satisfied unless I get at least 90% and I prefer it to be higher.
Also, trying to write, but having trouble focusing. :s
Sounds perfect! I'm exactly the same way. I can do Advanced, but I really don't like the pressure to constantly post a certain amount. Also, it sounds so mean, but I don't like when other people write too much. >.>' It's just hard to maintain interest when it goes on forever but you have to read it all carefully to make sure you don't miss anything important. But I guess it's kinda hypocritical because when I'm in Causal sometimes I'm the one writing posts twice as long as everyone else's. >.< I never thought about that before.... Anyway, I'm totally rambling, that's a good sign I should get some sleep. I'll talk to you later!
Good luck finding an RP! <3
Good luck finding an RP! <3
Hahahaha! Conniption is a pretty old timey, Southern term. Hardly anybody uses it anymore and any time it is, it's almost always in a joking context. It's such a great word though! It just sounds funny. Now I need to be sure and make a note to say it more often. But I'm glad I'm a good teacher, I used to want to be one for quite some time. :P
Oh man, I like taking tests like that too! Though usually my results aren't as high as I'd like. >.> I really am too hard on myself.
I think you misunderstood. I wasn't implying that the characters aren't manly, but rather that I tried really hard to make sure they didn't seem feminine or, more likely, fake. I didn't want it to seem like I was trying so hard I missed the mark. But seeing as the only opinion I had to go off of was my own, I have no idea how accurate my own perspective/ portrayal is.
Anyway, good luck not sleeping! (I say as I go off to sleep, how messed up is that??? XD)
Oh man, I like taking tests like that too! Though usually my results aren't as high as I'd like. >.> I really am too hard on myself.
I think you misunderstood. I wasn't implying that the characters aren't manly, but rather that I tried really hard to make sure they didn't seem feminine or, more likely, fake. I didn't want it to seem like I was trying so hard I missed the mark. But seeing as the only opinion I had to go off of was my own, I have no idea how accurate my own perspective/ portrayal is.
Anyway, good luck not sleeping! (I say as I go off to sleep, how messed up is that??? XD)
^_^ Sounds good to me! I have no idea how long it'll be though. :s I'm in 3 1x1 RPs at the moment, though 2 are going at a pretty leisurely pace (aka posting happens less than once a day). I want to get into a group RP, but I really don't think I should right now.
Oh, what writing level do you usually do? Like, about how much do you write?
Oh, what writing level do you usually do? Like, about how much do you write?
Holy cannoli, I literally squirm in my seat when I think of how angry Lilith would be if she knew what Aleks was doing! Oh my goodness, she would have a conniption! XD Ya know, I think that is the only time I've ever used that word and I can't think of a more appropriate place or time to use it. lmao This RP gets me worked up something awful (in the good way, of course). Ha ha ha
Aww man, I really need to read your book sometime. When's it getting published again? ;3
Lol I'm glad you like it so much and that you haven't even implied that my male characters aren't manly. <3 I do think it's kinda funny that I'm trying to describe these incredibly graphic scenes as tactfully as possible. Like, I want them to be detailed and realistic enough, but not too gross. It's a very careful balancing act. lmao I dunno, for some reason I kinda like super gross scenes, but I don't want to overdo it.
Aww man, I really need to read your book sometime. When's it getting published again? ;3
Lol I'm glad you like it so much and that you haven't even implied that my male characters aren't manly. <3 I do think it's kinda funny that I'm trying to describe these incredibly graphic scenes as tactfully as possible. Like, I want them to be detailed and realistic enough, but not too gross. It's a very careful balancing act. lmao I dunno, for some reason I kinda like super gross scenes, but I don't want to overdo it.
Welcome to the Guild! ^_^ I would invite you to join an RP, but I don't have any to invite you to. >.< I just thought I'd drop in and let you know you have one of the better intro posts I've read. Lots of people are very boring with theirs and don't say much about themselves. :/ I actually spontaneously greeted someone else because they had an interesting into and now he and I are in the best RP we've ever been in. So hopefully you find your place here soon as well. :) If you have trouble finding people (which I doubt will happen) or you're just bored, feel free to PM me! I don't bite too hard either. <3
Man, I haven't even read it yet. XD It's so long and I just finished writing it so I was like, "Man, that shit's long. I'm sure it's fine." lmao Editing is one of my least favorite things. :s It's kind of ironic considering I'm such a perfectionist, but I actually think that's why. If I get started, I will never be satisfied and the editing will just be a fruitless and stressful venture. If I don't let myself get started, it's a little easier to deal with. Kind obsess over flaws if I never re-read and find 'em. >.>
That is a hilarious power!!!!! The artist in me would love it, but that's about the only use I'd have for it. lol My character was pretty much designed to end up being a really good sidekick despite the premise being that the city was looking for a new hero. I thought it'd be an interesting challenge to try and keep up. Plus, I really hoped she'd end up being one of the other character's partner. She had pretty good synergy with every member, though their powers didn't necessarily make sense together. Also, she was the tiniest member by far. think she was like, 6 inches aka about 15 cm shorter than the next shortest member. XD She was the only girl that really counted. lmao There was another female but she covered herself up enough that my character thought she was a guy. lol But anyway, the other female character was a lesbian, so anyone who had romantic intentions had to fight over my adorably tiny, slightly timid, support-type character. I'm not going to lie, it was nice having my pick of the litter. XD But of course the one I wanted to see her with most was not the one she would have realistically chosen. :/ There was a character named Limewire (I think his alias was Simon?) that did cheesy one-liners like old school Spiderman and it was the greatest thing ever! So many puns! <3 But I think he was a bit too.... I dunno, free-spirited and goofy to have really been good for Hana. Amusingly enough, the person I saw her most likely to pair up with was the biggest of the bunch. He was and entire foot (30.5 cm) taller than her! He was also all big and muscly so she probably could sit on one of his shoulders. lmao Super cute mental images there. <3
EDIT: You read fast! :o But I'm glad you like it. I was a little worried I was rushing the scene too much and making it not much of a fair fight/ not providing enough detail, but the post was getting so long I didn't think I should drag it out even further.
That is a hilarious power!!!!! The artist in me would love it, but that's about the only use I'd have for it. lol My character was pretty much designed to end up being a really good sidekick despite the premise being that the city was looking for a new hero. I thought it'd be an interesting challenge to try and keep up. Plus, I really hoped she'd end up being one of the other character's partner. She had pretty good synergy with every member, though their powers didn't necessarily make sense together. Also, she was the tiniest member by far. think she was like, 6 inches aka about 15 cm shorter than the next shortest member. XD She was the only girl that really counted. lmao There was another female but she covered herself up enough that my character thought she was a guy. lol But anyway, the other female character was a lesbian, so anyone who had romantic intentions had to fight over my adorably tiny, slightly timid, support-type character. I'm not going to lie, it was nice having my pick of the litter. XD But of course the one I wanted to see her with most was not the one she would have realistically chosen. :/ There was a character named Limewire (I think his alias was Simon?) that did cheesy one-liners like old school Spiderman and it was the greatest thing ever! So many puns! <3 But I think he was a bit too.... I dunno, free-spirited and goofy to have really been good for Hana. Amusingly enough, the person I saw her most likely to pair up with was the biggest of the bunch. He was and entire foot (30.5 cm) taller than her! He was also all big and muscly so she probably could sit on one of his shoulders. lmao Super cute mental images there. <3
EDIT: You read fast! :o But I'm glad you like it. I was a little worried I was rushing the scene too much and making it not much of a fair fight/ not providing enough detail, but the post was getting so long I didn't think I should drag it out even further.
Oh my glob. SO LONG and still not finished. -___________- But it'll be done in the next bit, I promise! >.>
It was a superhero RP. A group of rookies were asked to protect a city because the city's resident hero had recently died. Our group worked fantastically together (except for one kid who didn't stick around too long). We spammed the crap out of the OOC thread and even when the GM had to drop out, we kept it going for a bit and we all talked for months after the RP eventually died. We didn't get too far into it, but we all had a blast.
It was a superhero RP. A group of rookies were asked to protect a city because the city's resident hero had recently died. Our group worked fantastically together (except for one kid who didn't stick around too long). We spammed the crap out of the OOC thread and even when the GM had to drop out, we kept it going for a bit and we all talked for months after the RP eventually died. We didn't get too far into it, but we all had a blast.
The door to room 508 shut with a soft click as the latch slid into place. They were alone now, each member of the pair feeling totally in control. With a grin, Andrei began approaching his companion, slowly pressuring her to back up towards the bed. Not interested in indulging the man, Lilith stayed put and stared at him, her expression unreadable. It didn't take long for the negotiator to close the gap between them, his hand reaching for the porcelain skin of Lilith’s cheek.
“It’s so good to finally be alone. Now I can take care of you properly, my pet.” Something sinister flashed in the woman’s eyes as she smacked his hand away, his fingers never getting the chance to savor her soft skin. Before he could retort, Lilith grabbed hold of his shirt and pulled as she stepped aside, his body falling at the foot of the bed.
“I am not a pet, you disgusting piece of filth. Why is it that you humans think you own everything?” The kumiho stood over him with her hands on her hips, her face contorted into a disdained scowl.
“You foolish whore, you’re going to regret that.” Andrei stood up, his brown eyes matching the danger found in Lilith’s golden orbs. She merely huffed in response, leaving her already breathless as the man suddenly tackled her. Her head smacked the ground and the fox spirit’s concentration was broken, her silver tails suddenly appearing splayed out behind her.
“What the hell? Wha-” Andrei never got to finish his question as Lilith hooked his arm and rolled their bodies so she was on top. Clenching her left hand over his throat, she leaned in close and snarled into his ear, “I’m going to enjoy killing you, but why don’t we play a little game first? Hmm?” The kumiho sat back up and smirked, “Here’s what we’re going to do. I’m going to tear out your throat and we’ll see if you’re still able to scream when I rip your heart from your chest.” Her nails dug into his skin as she spoke, small droplets of blood squeezing their way to the surface.
~*~*~*~
In the other room, Maxim opened up the briefcase, his eyes widening at what he saw. The young man had seen large quantities of cocaine before, but the sight never became less beautiful to him. Bags upon bags of euphoria lay at his fingertips. Stick leaned in behind him, his hands shaking in anticipation, “Well? Open up a bag already.”
Rocket wasn't paying any attention to the other men in the room, his head leaned in close to the wall they shared with room 508. He may not have been smart, but his dedication was admirable. Listening for any signs of trouble, Rocket was always ready to do his job and protect Andrei. Besides, the woman might turn out to be screamer and the large man didn't mind having something to fantasize about that night.
Pavel, however, was not so placid. Peering over at the suitcase, the ambitious man immediately noticed something was off. While the two addicts were setting up to test the snowy powder, Pavel was focused on the bags. He’d seen blue bags before and he knew they meant the Solntsevskaya Brotherhood was involved. The woman’s story had sounded odd, but now he was convinced something was wrong. Without a word to the others, he stormed out of the room and began knocking on the adjacent door. Fearing Andrei’s wrath, Rocket quickly followed to stop his dark skinned companion.
~*~*~*~
Lilith’s head snapped towards the door as she heard a fierce knocking.
“Andrei, open the door! I need to talk to you!” The negotiator attempted to sit up upon hearing one of his guards, relief rushing through his body. The kumiho did not respond well to his movement and tightened her grip on his neck before pushing him back down.
“Ignore him,” she hissed through clenched teeth, “He’ll go away soon enough.” Had her hand not made breathing difficult, Andrei would have laughed. He thought she was foolish for attacking him before, but now he knew she was clueless. If he didn't answer, the men would know something was wrong. This bitch sure is going to get it.
“Andrei? God damn it!” Pavel gave up knocking and gave the door a good, hard kick. Rocket was by his side now, brow furrowed slightly, “Is he not answering?”
“What the hell do you think? I’m not kicking down this door for a fucking workout. Now help me get in there before we get our asses fired.” Rocket didn't need elaboration to knew what being ‘fired’ meant and pushed the slightly smaller male out of the way, “I got it.”
Hearing the assault on the door, Lilith growled, “Just great.” Looking back to the man below her, she sighed, “Sorry, it looks like your time is up.” Andrei’s eyes widened in protest, but the fox ignored it, finally digging her fingers in with her full strength and grabbing hold of whatever lay beneath the skin. She yanked her hand back, frowning as the spray of blood got on her chest and arms.
At almost the very same moment, Rocket kicked open the door, the wooden frame splintering under the pressure. The two men who stood outside looked at the scene in the hotel room with shock and disbelief. All four of them seemed frozen, unsure of what to do next. Andrei attempted to issue on order, but all that came out was a gurgling spurt of blood from his gaping neck. The horrible sound sprung them into action and within seconds, Lilith was on her feet, her tails bristling behind her. Rocket ran in first, his arms raised naturally after years of boxing. He swung at the woman’s head, his body pivoting to provide as much power as was held in his massive frame. The kumiho managed to put up her arm to block the punch, but was surprised when she was knocked backwards over Andrei’s body anyway. Not relenting, the large boxer walked over and grabbed Lilith’s arm, yanking her body up by the slender limb.
“Who are you?” Lilith kept her head hung, her dark hair falling in front of her face. He couldn't see the rage in her eyes or the slow smirk that stretched her mouth into a wicked snarl. The woman’s hands were suddenly engulfed in blue light, the eerie flames flickering wildly. She grabbed his arm that held her, the skin immediately blistering under the immense heat. Rocket cried out and Lilith used her other hand to cover his face, the screams growing louder as the room began to fill with the smell of seared flesh.
Stumbling backwards, the boxer covered his face with his hands and tried to find his way to the door, his eyes seared shut. Lilith simply pushed the crippled man aside, his body falling against the wall as she advanced towards a startled Pavel. The man pulled out his gun but the fox had closed the gap between them before he could fire a shot. Her flame-covered hand grabbed the gun and Pavel had no choice but to let go, the heat causing him to reflexively flinch away. Lilith tossed the weapon away, the metal steaming as it lay on the ground.
“You should have kept your hands off of me. Not that it would have saved your life…” With a cruel laugh, she put the backs of her hands together and stabbed into Pavel’s sternum, the tips of her fingers grabbing hold of his rib cage. Her muscles strained for a moment as he howled in pain before she finally managed to pry open the protective bone structure. Bones and ligaments popped, the immense pain dropping Pavel to his knees. Lilith sneered as the fire receded and she thrust her hand into the opening she had created. Her fingers easily found their way to his heart, the digits wrapping around the frantically beating organ before she twisted and yanked it free. The man’s lifeless body slumped to the ground and Lilith turned to face Andrei once more, taking a large bite out of the heart in her blood-soaked hand.
“You've been awfully quiet. Don’t worry, we won’t have to wait much longer. I just need to finish off the big guy.” The man’s eyes sent silent pleas, his body limp and his face pale from the loss of blood. Andrei wouldn't be conscious much longer and he was afraid the last thing he would see in this life was the mangled corpse that used to be Pavel. The kumiho quickly finished eating the blood-pumping organ as she stood over Rocket, the man’s cries now nothing but pained whimpers.
“You aren’t nearly as tough as you look, are you?” She nudged the bodyguard with her foot, and he swung wildly in response. Chuckling softly, Lilith shook her head, “Oh my, I guess there is some fight left in you after all. Guess we’ll have to change that.” Kneeling down beside the boxer, she grabbed one of his arms and pushed her palm against his shoulder, popping the joint out of place. Rocket’s cries began with renewed vigor, causing the kumiho to roll her eyes.
“You’re going to attract a lot of unwanted attention, you know that? Guess we better shut you up too.” The man reached to cover his throat with his good arm, thinking the woman meant to silence him like Andrei. Instead, Lilith stabbed her hand into his abdomen, striking just below the rib cage. Rocket’s body began seizing in protest as the woman’s arm snaked its way up to his heart. Blood oozed out of the opening as her entire forearm disappeared into the wound.
Just a couple minutes later, and Lilith had properly disposed of Rocket as well. Andrei was now in a daze, his vision cloudy and dark as he fought to stay conscious. Lilith kneeled beside him and leaned in close so he could see her, the lower half of her face now smeared with blood. She smiled and stroked his face almost lovingly, “Remember now, don’t make any noise.”
“It’s so good to finally be alone. Now I can take care of you properly, my pet.” Something sinister flashed in the woman’s eyes as she smacked his hand away, his fingers never getting the chance to savor her soft skin. Before he could retort, Lilith grabbed hold of his shirt and pulled as she stepped aside, his body falling at the foot of the bed.
“I am not a pet, you disgusting piece of filth. Why is it that you humans think you own everything?” The kumiho stood over him with her hands on her hips, her face contorted into a disdained scowl.
“You foolish whore, you’re going to regret that.” Andrei stood up, his brown eyes matching the danger found in Lilith’s golden orbs. She merely huffed in response, leaving her already breathless as the man suddenly tackled her. Her head smacked the ground and the fox spirit’s concentration was broken, her silver tails suddenly appearing splayed out behind her.
“What the hell? Wha-” Andrei never got to finish his question as Lilith hooked his arm and rolled their bodies so she was on top. Clenching her left hand over his throat, she leaned in close and snarled into his ear, “I’m going to enjoy killing you, but why don’t we play a little game first? Hmm?” The kumiho sat back up and smirked, “Here’s what we’re going to do. I’m going to tear out your throat and we’ll see if you’re still able to scream when I rip your heart from your chest.” Her nails dug into his skin as she spoke, small droplets of blood squeezing their way to the surface.
~*~*~*~
In the other room, Maxim opened up the briefcase, his eyes widening at what he saw. The young man had seen large quantities of cocaine before, but the sight never became less beautiful to him. Bags upon bags of euphoria lay at his fingertips. Stick leaned in behind him, his hands shaking in anticipation, “Well? Open up a bag already.”
Rocket wasn't paying any attention to the other men in the room, his head leaned in close to the wall they shared with room 508. He may not have been smart, but his dedication was admirable. Listening for any signs of trouble, Rocket was always ready to do his job and protect Andrei. Besides, the woman might turn out to be screamer and the large man didn't mind having something to fantasize about that night.
Pavel, however, was not so placid. Peering over at the suitcase, the ambitious man immediately noticed something was off. While the two addicts were setting up to test the snowy powder, Pavel was focused on the bags. He’d seen blue bags before and he knew they meant the Solntsevskaya Brotherhood was involved. The woman’s story had sounded odd, but now he was convinced something was wrong. Without a word to the others, he stormed out of the room and began knocking on the adjacent door. Fearing Andrei’s wrath, Rocket quickly followed to stop his dark skinned companion.
~*~*~*~
Lilith’s head snapped towards the door as she heard a fierce knocking.
“Andrei, open the door! I need to talk to you!” The negotiator attempted to sit up upon hearing one of his guards, relief rushing through his body. The kumiho did not respond well to his movement and tightened her grip on his neck before pushing him back down.
“Ignore him,” she hissed through clenched teeth, “He’ll go away soon enough.” Had her hand not made breathing difficult, Andrei would have laughed. He thought she was foolish for attacking him before, but now he knew she was clueless. If he didn't answer, the men would know something was wrong. This bitch sure is going to get it.
“Andrei? God damn it!” Pavel gave up knocking and gave the door a good, hard kick. Rocket was by his side now, brow furrowed slightly, “Is he not answering?”
“What the hell do you think? I’m not kicking down this door for a fucking workout. Now help me get in there before we get our asses fired.” Rocket didn't need elaboration to knew what being ‘fired’ meant and pushed the slightly smaller male out of the way, “I got it.”
Hearing the assault on the door, Lilith growled, “Just great.” Looking back to the man below her, she sighed, “Sorry, it looks like your time is up.” Andrei’s eyes widened in protest, but the fox ignored it, finally digging her fingers in with her full strength and grabbing hold of whatever lay beneath the skin. She yanked her hand back, frowning as the spray of blood got on her chest and arms.
At almost the very same moment, Rocket kicked open the door, the wooden frame splintering under the pressure. The two men who stood outside looked at the scene in the hotel room with shock and disbelief. All four of them seemed frozen, unsure of what to do next. Andrei attempted to issue on order, but all that came out was a gurgling spurt of blood from his gaping neck. The horrible sound sprung them into action and within seconds, Lilith was on her feet, her tails bristling behind her. Rocket ran in first, his arms raised naturally after years of boxing. He swung at the woman’s head, his body pivoting to provide as much power as was held in his massive frame. The kumiho managed to put up her arm to block the punch, but was surprised when she was knocked backwards over Andrei’s body anyway. Not relenting, the large boxer walked over and grabbed Lilith’s arm, yanking her body up by the slender limb.
“Who are you?” Lilith kept her head hung, her dark hair falling in front of her face. He couldn't see the rage in her eyes or the slow smirk that stretched her mouth into a wicked snarl. The woman’s hands were suddenly engulfed in blue light, the eerie flames flickering wildly. She grabbed his arm that held her, the skin immediately blistering under the immense heat. Rocket cried out and Lilith used her other hand to cover his face, the screams growing louder as the room began to fill with the smell of seared flesh.
Stumbling backwards, the boxer covered his face with his hands and tried to find his way to the door, his eyes seared shut. Lilith simply pushed the crippled man aside, his body falling against the wall as she advanced towards a startled Pavel. The man pulled out his gun but the fox had closed the gap between them before he could fire a shot. Her flame-covered hand grabbed the gun and Pavel had no choice but to let go, the heat causing him to reflexively flinch away. Lilith tossed the weapon away, the metal steaming as it lay on the ground.
“You should have kept your hands off of me. Not that it would have saved your life…” With a cruel laugh, she put the backs of her hands together and stabbed into Pavel’s sternum, the tips of her fingers grabbing hold of his rib cage. Her muscles strained for a moment as he howled in pain before she finally managed to pry open the protective bone structure. Bones and ligaments popped, the immense pain dropping Pavel to his knees. Lilith sneered as the fire receded and she thrust her hand into the opening she had created. Her fingers easily found their way to his heart, the digits wrapping around the frantically beating organ before she twisted and yanked it free. The man’s lifeless body slumped to the ground and Lilith turned to face Andrei once more, taking a large bite out of the heart in her blood-soaked hand.
“You've been awfully quiet. Don’t worry, we won’t have to wait much longer. I just need to finish off the big guy.” The man’s eyes sent silent pleas, his body limp and his face pale from the loss of blood. Andrei wouldn't be conscious much longer and he was afraid the last thing he would see in this life was the mangled corpse that used to be Pavel. The kumiho quickly finished eating the blood-pumping organ as she stood over Rocket, the man’s cries now nothing but pained whimpers.
“You aren’t nearly as tough as you look, are you?” She nudged the bodyguard with her foot, and he swung wildly in response. Chuckling softly, Lilith shook her head, “Oh my, I guess there is some fight left in you after all. Guess we’ll have to change that.” Kneeling down beside the boxer, she grabbed one of his arms and pushed her palm against his shoulder, popping the joint out of place. Rocket’s cries began with renewed vigor, causing the kumiho to roll her eyes.
“You’re going to attract a lot of unwanted attention, you know that? Guess we better shut you up too.” The man reached to cover his throat with his good arm, thinking the woman meant to silence him like Andrei. Instead, Lilith stabbed her hand into his abdomen, striking just below the rib cage. Rocket’s body began seizing in protest as the woman’s arm snaked its way up to his heart. Blood oozed out of the opening as her entire forearm disappeared into the wound.
Just a couple minutes later, and Lilith had properly disposed of Rocket as well. Andrei was now in a daze, his vision cloudy and dark as he fought to stay conscious. Lilith kneeled beside him and leaned in close so he could see her, the lower half of her face now smeared with blood. She smiled and stroked his face almost lovingly, “Remember now, don’t make any noise.”
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