Let's make a deal (Devon and Libelle) - Timeless2024-03-29T00:51:30Zhttp://timeless.ning.com/forum/topics/let-s-make-a-deal-devon-and-libelle?id=5164310%3ATopic%3A50549&feed=yes&xn_auth=nolet's make a deal
w/ libelle…tag:timeless.ning.com,2023-10-05:5164310:Comment:1041862023-10-05T20:03:14.633ZDevon Sawyer - Councilhttp://timeless.ning.com/profile/Devon
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<br/> <br/> <img src="https://i.pinimg.com/564x/b8/89/c4/b889c422f4a8a13a5536c6a94a0f2f05.jpg" style="outline: 1px solid #fff; outline-offset: -10px; box-sizing: border-box; float: center; height: 180px!important; margin-right: 20px; object-fit: cover; width: 180px!important;"/><img src="https://imgpile.com/images/U9fXIE.gif" style="outline: 1px solid #fff; outline-offset: -10px; box-sizing: border-box; float: center; height: 180px!important; margin-right: 20px; object-fit: cover; width: 180px!important;"/><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LOPGPJG.jpg" style="outline: 1px solid #fff; outline-offset: -10px; box-sizing: border-box; float: center; height: 180px!important; margin: 0!important; object-fit: cover; width: 180px!important;"/><br/>
<div style="font-family: times; font-size: 11px; color: #fff; letter-spacing: 4px;">• <em>"We might be able to stop him before he has the chance to hurt anyone else." </em>•</div>
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<div style="background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0.5); width: 620px; height: auto; overflow: hidden;"><div style="width: 600px; height: 400px; padding: 20px; line-height: 1.5; overflow: auto; font-family: times; font-size: 16px; color: #fff; text-align: justify;">They quietly walked back from the grounds and towards the Dragon, Devon's mind going in a hundred different directions all at once. He hated not knowing more about what was happening and the anticipation of getting any further information from Maribel was not making it any easier. Still, he wasn't about to let this Banisher get away or finish whatever plans he intended that involved Libelle.<br/> <br/> Pearl's voice broke through his thoughts, making him lift his head. He hadn't even realized how far they'd gone when he saw they were nearing town. Her words made his brow forward in confusion for a moment until Pearl's face had changed into that of Maribel. Devon started from the transformation and cursed, his mouth dropping slightly in surprise. "That's some trick," he replied, sighing as he looked on ahead. "Maribel will come through. She's a smart girl and she wouldn't pass up a chance at an excuse to see Milo. I'll have one of the guys head over to the estate just to keep an eye out as well," he offered, hoping to ease Pearl's worry a little. "She knows the ins and outs of that place. She'll be alright." He was saying that to reassure himself then too. <br/> <br/> His gaze moved back towards the woman as the path drew nearer that led into the main road. "You know about the Banishers as well then," he replied, looking back towards Pearl, taking in more of her then he had before. She didn't seem like the type to back down much like Libelle and Ruby and likely most of the other girls at the Dragon. Whatever horrible circumstance had individually brought them all together in their previous lives, they seemed to have found the strength in one another to overcome whatever came at them now as one. Though, he could sense her concern all the same.<br/> <br/> "Then the quicker we find out more about him the better. We can maybe see what else he has planned in order to get to Lib-" Devon paused in his walking on the road as hundreds of people continued on around them in their normal routines. His eyes brightened a bit as an idea came to mind. "Can you change into Libelle?" he asked, holding his breath for a second. "You'd be one hell of a decoy if the Banisher thought you were the real thing while we play him into our own trap." <br/> <br/> His gaze softened a bit though realizing what he was asking, shifting his stance for a moment as his voice quieted. "I know it's a lot to even ask and I don't rightly have a real plan in place just yet, but it could be a shot at getting the bastard if you're willing to help out. We might be able to stop him before he has the chance to hurt anyone else."</div>
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Libel…tag:timeless.ning.com,2023-08-30:5164310:Comment:1038422023-08-30T18:02:48.690ZLibelle "Onyx" Ryoko - Councilhttp://timeless.ning.com/profile/LibelleRyoko
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<div style="width: 650px; padding: 30px; line-height: 21px; height: 1000px; overflow: auto; font-size: 15px; font-style: arial; text-align: Left; color: #000000;">Libelle needed her rest; it would most likely be days before she woke of her own accord unless someone wished to wake her with news. Ruby would keep to herself, she tried to reassure Ruby none of this was her fault but she knew Ruby wouldn’t be satisfied until who had their hands in the pot to hurt Libelle where it ended. One way or another.<br/> <br/>
When the news of Belle hit Pearl was more than open to using her magic to help find those who hurt Belle. She slid into her cloak and made her way to Devon just as he was stuffing the bottle of Belle Gas into his bag. She gave a smirk remembering the first time Belle showed her her gifts. She stood in front of him and with a wave of her finger she cast a blessing on them. Devon would feel a swirl of encouragement, even hope that this would all end well. Every advantage she could provide to aid was her place in this.<br/>
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As the drew closer, again she wiggled her fingers casting a spell that wouldn’t make them fully invisible but had the effect that they were light. So as they moved unless someone investigated the lights they would be shimmered by the illusion. When Devon motioned for her to stay she was going to fight him but instead ducked down and focused on letting her senses feel for danger. She knew what direction he was going.<br/>
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<a href="https://media.tenor.com/zbv9fqRqA3wAAAAd/jennifer-morrison-emma-swan.gif" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://media.tenor.com/zbv9fqRqA3wAAAAd/jennifer-morrison-emma-swan.gif?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="200" class="align-left"/></a>Pearl rolled her eyes at Devon flirting with the woman but kept her senses focused on what they were here for. She could sense the truth from the woman as she spoke. Which only begged the question on how the Banisher and the Lord knew each other. The fear was palpable in the air as Devon drilled more questions towards the woman who was begging him not to drag her into this. Part of her felt bad wanting to switch places with the woman just then. <br/>
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When Devon had convinced the woman and met her back at the tree Pearl raised to her feet and followed him back towards The brothel before she spoke, “You know… if you have concern for Maribel, if she is unable to get any information. I believe I can go in her place. I can make myself look like her.” Pearl looked at Devon and her face changed to that of Maribel for just a moment before shifting back. “It's all illusions but I could get in and out and see what was in the room. I feel bad we left her to do it alone.” <br/>
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There was a fear in Pearl that Maribel wouldn’t make it to The Dragon Lady that evening. “Banishers are dangerous and act without much remorse or concern for others. They have been known to have a blood rage.” She looked at Devon with a serious look. “They are rare, especially to find one that still believes in the old ways fully. But they are out there, and believe in total annihilation even turning on their own creator sanguine masters.”</div>
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w/ libelle…tag:timeless.ning.com,2023-05-16:5164310:Comment:1034052023-05-16T18:10:23.120ZDevon Sawyer - Councilhttp://timeless.ning.com/profile/Devon
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<br/> <br/> <img src="https://www.withanaccent.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1620656_279926528837049_1419799349_n.jpg" style="outline: 1px solid #fff; outline-offset: -10px; box-sizing: border-box; float: center; height: 180px!important; margin-right: 20px; object-fit: cover; width: 180px!important;"/><img src="https://imgpile.com/images/U9fXIE.gif" style="outline: 1px solid #fff; outline-offset: -10px; box-sizing: border-box; float: center; height: 180px!important; margin-right: 20px; object-fit: cover; width: 180px!important;"/><img src="https://i.imgur.com/LOPGPJG.jpg" style="outline: 1px solid #fff; outline-offset: -10px; box-sizing: border-box; float: center; height: 180px!important; margin: 0!important; object-fit: cover; width: 180px!important;"/><br/>
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<div style="background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0.5); width: 620px; height: auto; overflow: hidden;"><div style="width: 600px; height: 400px; padding: 20px; line-height: 1.5; overflow: auto; font-family: times; font-size: 16px; color: #fff; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://imgpile.com/images/U9cRS2.gif" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://imgpile.com/images/U9cRS2.gif?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-left"/></a>Once a few more of the Rogues were stationed at the Dragon, he felt comfortable enough to finally walk away. Not only had they been planted at every door in or out of the building itself, but also placed in spots outside of the brothel inconspicuously to watch for anyone who may try and get inside that seemed out of the ordinary man just looking for company from the girls. He looked to each of them in their respective posts one last time, confident it would be well taken care of.<br/> <br/> Devon was hesitant about bringing Pearl with him. It was much easier to move around as one than two, but he knew Libelle only wanted to help figure out what was going on. If she had her own set of abilities, he wasn't going to turn that down either. He had no real idea what he was up against when it came to these Banishers. It seemed Libelle was also a bit hazy on the information too. As secret as a group they seemed to be, that only worried him more. <br/> <br/> His hand came to the bottle Libelle had given him. The swirls of smoke within made him more than a little curious, but he was glad to have it and consciously told himself not to accidently shatter it within his own pocket. He didn't want to know what would happen if he did. Probably nothing good and more than a little embarrassing.<br/> <br/> The sound of the doors opening lifted his eyes as Pearl came into view. He could see the determination on her face. It was very clear to him how much they really looked out for each other here. Something he could respect given the Rogues were much the same. Devon gave a simple nod of his head in the direction they were meant to head and the pair were off.<br/> <br/> As expected when they arrived some time later, the grounds were busy with all the people under Billingham's employ. They moved around to the stables undetected where Devon climbed some of the wooden boxes stored outside to peer inside where he saw the carriage was stationed. It was likely the lord was home then, but there were no immediate signs of the Banisher who resided as a guest. It also didn't necessarily mean Billingham was alive, but given the fact that everything still seemed to be moving normally on the estate, it was likely he was alive. <br/> <br/> Devon headed around to the back of the grounds and motioned for Pearl to wait behind a grouping of clustered trees and to remain out of sight unless things went badly. He leaned against the gray stone of the home, just outside the kitchens where the smell of baking breads made his stomach turnover from a hunger he hadn't realized was plaguing him. His demeanor was casual as if he actually belonged there as he patiently waited until a familiar voice finally came from inside. His head peeked through the door and he gave a short whistle at the woman he'd been waiting for. The short haired blonde woman lifted her head, eyes going wide.<br/> <br/> He ducked out of sight again and waited till she finally came hurrying outside. "Maribel," he greeted with a bright smile.<br/> <br/> "Are you mad?!" she hissed out towards him, her hands pressing against her apron in worry before glancing around to make sure no one saw them speaking. "Devon, you shouldn't be here."<br/> <br/> "So... you didn't miss me?" Maribel's eyes rolled to the top of her head, but she smirked immediately after, Devon knowing his charm would usually win out. "Your Lord still alive and well?" The question visibly confused her as her brows rose to her hairline. "I'll take that as a yes."<br/> <br/> "'Course. Saw him this morning arguing with his guest." Maribel twisted her fingers together as there was worry clearly there.<br/> <br/> Devon tilted his head, trying to read her expression. "What? What is it? A stranger? Someone who has been staying with him?"<br/> <br/> She hesitated before pushing a strand of her hay like hair away from her face. "Yes," she replied softly and did another look about to make sure no one was paying them mind. "He scares me. Something about him, Devon. It feels... unnatural." <br/> <br/> A quiet curse was the only response Devon had for a brief moment. Someone passed through the door carrying some clothes set for washing, but ignored them. "Does he leave during the day? The guest. Any visitors?" She shook her head, agitation growing more as the conversation continued. "Can you get into his rooms?" <br/> <br/> Maribel sighed through her nose and stared at him before shaking her head. "Devon, don't ask me to."<br/> <br/> "When you know for sure it's safe. Even if you have to wait till they leave. I need to know anything you find on him." He produced some coins and slipped them into the pocket of her apron. "Come to the Dragon Lady later with whatever you get from searching."<br/> <br/> Her mouth dropped into an 'O' before another shaky breath passed through. "I can't be seen there!"<br/> <br/> "You don't have to go in the front door, Maribel. The boys will be at the back. Milo included," he said with a smirk, knowing the two had shared some brief time together recently. "No one will see you, I promise. Just tell him whatever it is you find. Please?" He stuck his lip out as if to beg like a child before she finally broke and slapped his shoulder which in turn meant an agreement. <br/> <br/> After a quick farewell, Devon turned and headed back through the trees to meet with Pearl who thankfully didn't have to display whatever her abilities might've been. They hurried back to the Dragon then and waited as that was all they could do to hopefully find out any more information from Maribel when she was able to leave the estate in secret.</div>
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Devon's eyes turned up towards her when she inquired about his connection to the fae. It took him by surprise and halted him which was hard to do being the man he was. Apparently Libelle could see through him. Perhaps it was in the way he said it, but either way, it revealed something about him he wasn't trying to put off. He supposed if anyone could do it, it would be Libelle. After all, her entire work was based around being able to read others, men especially, to figure out what they wanted and needed, even when they couldn't find the stomach to voice it themselves. <br/>
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The Rogue gave a shrug and smirk at her gratitude as he folded his arms across his chest. "We made a deal. I intend to honor it. It's good to have allies. You never know when you'll need them and in these streets lately, it's more often than not." His tone became more serious then while he thought of the possibilities to come now that their enemy was known and seemingly desperate. "I'll have several of the guys here, me included. We'll place a couple at all the usual spots and then others as patrons looking for some time with your girls in the main area downstairs and up here in the bedrooms."<br/>
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Devon stood then, spinning the chair back around and placing it back where it had been. "I'm going up to Billingham's to have a look around. He's probably still alive. He has too many on his grounds and home to not have noticed his missing and the guards would've come crashing through his gates already, ready to cause problems among the rest of us in search of who killed him. Wouldn't surprise me if he ended up dead when this is all over though. I'm sure that Banisher isn't going to want to leave many people alive that have interacted with him enough, including that girl he got in here too. I guess if the Banishers do plan on coming back here though, they may kill as many as they see fit given the way you've made them out to be." He actually knew one of the girls that worked in the estate and figured she might have some useful information to pass along if she was in the market today. That and he didn't particularly like the idea of her being killed if that was the bloody path the Banishers were on. <br/>
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<br/> <a href="https://64.media.tumblr.com/23fda2a89b14fbc5614f4d6a99364a9b/tumblr_p4ve9iXyKD1wqb1rco4_400.gif" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://64.media.tumblr.com/23fda2a89b14fbc5614f4d6a99364a9b/tumblr_p4ve9iXyKD1wqb1rco4_400.gif?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="250" class="align-right"/></a>Devon's mind was working out all this information she was giving him on the history of her kind and how it linked to this new threat, but smirked at Libelle's mention of not watching her dress, his thoughts suddenly interrupted to other more pleasurable imaginings instead. At least for the moment. "I didn't rightly pay for it or was invited, so seems unfair. Also this might not exactly be the best time for attempting to get a peek, especially at the mention of Ruby tearing my guys to shreds, I'm certain that also passes on to me." Devon was now rightly curious on what Ruby was hiding behind that beautiful face and glanced over his shoulder briefly at her, still grinning. "Apology is accepted though. I know you are just trying to protect you and yours."<br/> <br/> He wasn't surprised to hear that Billingham had frequented the place. The man was on in years and probably didn't have much luck in the way of finding another wife since his first had died some years ago in child birth. From what he'd heard, the lord was a bit aloof and frivolous when it came to his wealth, much like the rest of people like him that could afford to do so. "I don't really peg him as the type either..." Devon quietly replied, letting his mind wander. "More like he's just being used for access to his grounds as a place of safe return for your admirer. Since the lord seems to know you so well, it's possible the stranger has been in here before and noticed the connection you two may have had. Played on that and then planted the girl in here." <br/> <br/> He continued on, already trying to think of a way to get more information on the murderous Banisher. "I really doubt he'll try and make a move here again. He would have to be stupid to do so now that he's been exposed, failed, and knows we'll be looking for him." His eyes moved out to the window in thought as if he could see Billingham's property if he looked hard enough, getting some chance to see the Banisher again and what he was planning next. "Do you think he would bring more of their kind here in order to kill you? It sounds like you are very important to them to risk this much seeing as you hold the.. black scale, was it? Will this blood lust make him slip up?" <br/> <br/> Sometimes he really wondered how oblivious he was to the fact he was surrounded by more non-humans than he thought. It didn't help that many of them appeared just like any other person, hiding to most what they were. His eyes came round to Libelle again when she inquired about his knowledge of the supernatural. He didn't answer right away as he promised them all that their identities be kept quiet. That appeared to be a common trait among their kinds.<br/> <br/> "A few," he answered, remembering how those specific people had come into his life, all of them seemingly on the run from something in their past. "Mystics, wolves, and fae." A smile automatically rendered across his face, thinking of how some of them were actually the closest people in his life. "They found their way into the Rogues. Outcasts and exiles tend to get pulled to us somehow. They fit right in with the rest of us just trying to find a way. I'm sure that's how some of your girls fell into this place by finding you."</div>
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What…tag:timeless.ning.com,2022-11-30:5164310:Comment:1006382022-11-30T19:48:30.362ZLibelle "Onyx" Ryoko - Councilhttp://timeless.ning.com/profile/LibelleRyoko
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<div style="width: 670px; height: auto; overflow: hidden; margin-top: 5px; float: left;"><div style="width: 650px; padding: 30px; line-height: 21px; height: 350px; overflow: auto; font-size: 15px; font-style: arial; text-align: Left; color: #000000;">What could she say, she knew the addictive touch that her girls had on people. Being otherworldly was what made them the money they needed to keep going, and protected most of them through the roughest of times. If Libelle was being honest she was glad the shots were being taken at her and not the others. She felt like she was the strongest of them all even though they all had their own strengths they brought to the team. She winced a few times as he wrapped her up. Yet she could tell he was skilled at doing so, probably due to his line of work. Her ladies would have helped but in the end she accepted his help, it proved for the moment he wasn’t on the Banishers side. <br/> <br/>
“No, there was this Sanguine that believed he was god, the only beings that proved to be a threat to Dracula.” she let the name leave her lips in a venom filled tone. “The mad Sanguine started to hunt down the dragons to prove that he was stronger, leading to the creation of drakes. Dragon Riders would die if their Dragon died. Fusing with the Dragons meant it would be easier to hide among the walking, but it came at its own cost. A whole new breed was created but two older ones died out.” She said as she tucked her hair behind her ear. “When it became harder to find us, Dracula made his own breed, the Banishers. They go mad around Drake blood, a lust to kill sets in. They are of the dead but aren’t Sanguine. It was rumored that he had help from a scientist.”<br/>
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She shifted letting out a grunt of pain as she took the chemise and blanket. As she slid it over her sore and battered body as he turned his back, “You know most would have taken the free chance to get an eye full.” she teased him for giving her such respect. It was rare for her. “Given the circumstances,” looking over her shoulder to Ruby who gave her a nod of approval. “And of course with the understanding that Ruby would rip you or your men to shreds if you turn on us. I would like to continue this business relationship. It's clear to me that your men did nothing wrong. I hope you can accept my apology for earlier and my actions.” <br/>
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Her face filled with regret thinking he and his men were the enemies when the enemy had been under her nose this whole time. When the footsteps filled the air and he was there she listened closely to what his men had to say. Friends in high places were just the short of it seemed. She arched her brow and dared to shift to her feet to move closer to where he was. A groan of pain left her lips.<br/>
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“Please leave Milo and Jerry among those you will have filtering in and out, Ruby knows and trusts them the most.” she said as she picked up the bottle of alcohol from the cabinet beside the bed. Taking a long sip from the bottle she moved back to the bed and slowly lowered her body to the mattress. She gave him a look that read of course the dusty lord had been there. <br/>
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<img src="https://64.media.tumblr.com/e791dee7b44092317ae5f504f5589871/tumblr_o457wlMEJX1twi08qo3_250.gif" class="align-left"/>“The man used to be desperate for me to see him three or more times a week, and wanted me to be his personal concubine.” She scoffed out as she took another long drag. “I never pegged the man to hire someone to kill me for saying no, but rich men have very big egos that are so easily bruised when a woman wishes to make her own way and not get on her knees nightly for a single man.” Looking Devon over for a moment. “Who do you know in the supernatural world, most humans would have called me mad before I showed my powers. You seem rather understanding of this world.” She cocked her head to the side with the questioning look playing upon her features.<br/>
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"Kill firs…tag:timeless.ning.com,2022-11-23:5164310:Comment:1005912022-11-23T23:41:23.523ZDevon Sawyer - Councilhttp://timeless.ning.com/profile/Devon
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Devon caught the knowing look between Ruby and Libelle then. So he had been right in assuming this place was filled with more than just the normal human working girl. He had the feeling the mistress was also in the line of keeping other girls safe here from the people of the world that chose to do them harm for being what they were or a past they all were running from. The Rogue couldn't blame her. He knew exactly what that was like given the people who had joined him and his cause over the years. They were all running from something they couldn't let catch up.<br/> <br/> <a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10890473893?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10890473893?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="300" class="align-left"/></a>He carefully tucked the tied cloths he'd finished wrapping Libelle in, making sure they would stay as secure as possible. He'd lost count of how many times he'd had to help mend a Rogue now and then from the mayhem they were caught up in. He'd gotten good at it. Even learned how to sew up wounds, including his own when necessary. Putting the excess dressings and salve on the nearby table, Devon grabbed one of the simple wooden chairs in the room and turn it round, straddling it as he continued listening to her story, his weight causing it to creek. <br/> <br/> "Sanguine fear you?" His head was spinning. There was so much he still didn't know about the world within the world. It was hard to keep up. "Are the Banishers then made up of sanguine?" He supposed the man who had attacked Libelle could be one. It wasn't like he was directly in the sunlight and from what Devon understood of their kind, that was something they couldn't tolerate much of. The sun had barely risen then, so it wouldn't much of a threat. However, the Rogues didn't know how to deal with those kinds of beings. Maybe that was how the stranger was able to keep alluding them. Perhaps the girl that was working for him which was in turn working for Libelle did all the dirty work while the sun was up for him. <br/> <br/> "Kill first and ask questions never. I know plenty of others like that," Devon replied with a tone of sadness, as one of the other girls came in with a new chemise and blanket for Libelle since her other one was now covered in the salve, blood, and other reminders of the attack. He stood and turned the chair and himself around to give her privacy while she changed. "Doesn't change anything. You and I had a deal and I'm hoping given the current and revealing circumstances, you're willing to keep hold on that."<br/> <br/> He could then hear the pounding of footsteps on the staircase and stood to meet the men at the open door just before they could walk in, covering most of their view with his body and a stretched arm leaning against the doorframe. "What you got?"<br/> <br/> Jerry looked out of breath and so did Milo when he finished catching up. "Bastard ran to Lord Billingham's gate and was <em>let in </em>by the guards there. He knows him. Has friends in high places, Devon." <br/> <br/> That did change the game a bit. Lord Billingham was one of the wealthiest among the powerful. He had acres of land and staff to tend it, not to forget the guards which Jerry had just mentioned. Getting to him would be quite the feat. However, that only screamed challenge to Devon and he really did like a challenge. Especially the ones that could muck up the doings of a lord who didn't care for those in lower stations. <br/> <br/> Devon gave a single nod to them in understanding with an upwards tilt of his chin and he watched them head back downstairs before turning his head slightly to the side to see if Libelle had finished dressing from his peripheral. "Looks like the boys found him." Turning, he went back over and straddled the chair now that she was decent. "I'm hoping our deal is still good and I'll have a few more of them here to stick around should anything else go down unwanted."<br/> <br/> He took the rum bottle, glad to see there was still some left in the dark bottle and drank a good amount of it, licking his lips slowly at the welcoming taste before looking to her. "Tell me.. Has Lord Billingham been in here?"</div>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Mistress of The Dragon Lady shot him a glare knowing he wasn’t simple, “Sadly all my powers even my armor doesn’t even work.” Watching him admire the armor made her give a chuckle past her lips. “I usually charge men to look at me this way Devon.” She let the natural armor move and shrink, turning back into the freckles all over her body. She flinched at the feeling of the wet cloth against her burning skin. She whimpered softly at it, not caring to keep up the façade of being strong right now. “Thank you.” She said between her whimpers.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">She could feel Ruby concern for her in that moment, which only caused her to feel worse then she had before. Yet she forced her gaze to focus upon the man who was in front of her to speak, “The world is filled with other species, some stronger, some weaker, some scarier, some nicer.” She said softly with a sigh as she thought of all her run-ins with others, “I will say Mystics are the worst among them. Besides the Banishers that is.” She gave a glance to Ruby over her shoulder with a smile, “Lupines are the best though.” Seeing Ruby give her a glare but holding a smile made her look back to the human. “There is a reason we are one of the best brothels around. We are all beasts in the sheets.” she joked with him.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Her expression faded for a moment, “I wish I fully knew the answer on why they wanted our kind dead. My father was a Drake, but he died shortly around my birth as he was trying to escape them. All my mother could tell me is they were created by Dracula in hopes to rid the world of the one thing the Sanguine feared the most. Dragons, since we are part dragon, They have yet to die out.” As her hand squeezed his shoulder while he began to wrap her up realizing more now how naked she was in front of him. All her scars in view.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Yes the scars are from a former lover, he was a bastard who used me and made me believe love was possible. Only to beat me for it.” She said with a sharp tongue before looking away from the human. “That isn’t a story I like to tell though I have moved past it. The Banishers have found me because I have been settled into a place for too long. They believe if they take out the Black Scale Drake it would end them all not realizing it just moves to the next Drake to be born.” She gave a short snort, “They never claimed to be intelligent I guess.”</span></p>