Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 8:44:45 PM)
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Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 8:46:01 PM)
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Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 8:47:18 PM)
*As it was late, Perri decided to forego the car and now, simply appeared at the edge of the swamp. Much faster way to travel*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 8:51:55 PM)
As Perri appeared at the edge of the swamp an odd thing would occur. Before her very eyes a path of vibrant almost neon green moss would spring from the ground. Like a red carpet being unrolled before a king it would begin spreading off into the swamp, creating a path that would lead her deeper into the swampy depths and avoid the murky water. Tiny flowers would spring up along it's edge, a miraculous trim in a myriad of sparkling colors.

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 8:53:41 PM)
Ohhh. *She drew in a breath, then smiled, watching. Finally, she stepped out ont the moss in bare feet and began to move along the path*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:00:51 PM)
As she progressed along the path the moss would sink back into the soil a few feet behind her, as if it were never there, concealing any trace that she had ever passed. The shimmering emerald pathway led her through familiar territory, for she had followed Shin's children long the way many times before. After many minutes of walking the path would finally come to a stop in front of a familiar clearing that wrapped around a small lake in the middle of the swampy environment. Not much had changed since her last visit. The primitive wall of massive piled stone still stood tall at the back of the lake, growing increasibly shorter as it's arms wrapped around the lakes sides. Thick woven vines held the stones together in an intricate knot. In the center of the lake rose the large shattered oak tree, now completely devoid of bark, worn smooth by the massive body of it's serpentine lord. That Lord lounged on the tree even now, like a king upon his throne, his long sinuous body wrapped around it, his almost too human

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:01:19 PM)
torso propped up on a limb that reached out towards the shoreline where she stood. She would find his large golden eyes gazing down on her as soon as he came into view, the calculating intelligence behind them barely hiding the ferocity of the beast to whom they belonged. His skin and scales were of a soft powdery white, his inhuman stillness giving him the appearance of a smooth marble statue. That stillness would be broken by a subtle yet respectful bow of his head, his deep predatory voice sending ripples across the lake's surface away from the tree. "Your Eminence, it is our honor to recieve you."

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:01:35 PM)
( oops... )

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:04:11 PM)
*she nodded slowly* My Lord Inquisitor. How are you? *She moveed over to perch on a rocj wehre she'd sat on precious visits to him*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:08:27 PM)
The tips of his black forked tongue escaped his lips and flickered against the air, tasting her scent as it drifted across the lake towards him, painting the heat of her slender body across his mind's eye. As she moved towards the stone a thick carpet moss grew up over it, clean and fresh, cushioning her seat before she sat. "Busy. There is so much to be done...yet still no more of my house has appeared. But I do not complain", he offered quietly, "I enjoy my task. I only wish I could devote more time to it."

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:10:57 PM)
Don't we all? *She smiled at the moss and settled down. Tonight? She tasted of calm, but there was an undercurrent, one that tickled his senses like an electric buzz* I have done some thinking since my evening with Maksim. I have spoken to Swan abotu this already but I want you aware as well.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:12:54 PM)
A snow white brow rose slowly as curiosity began gleaming in those large golden eyes. The slitted reptilian pupils narrowed as if focusing in on her more closely. Again his tongue would taste the air before he spoke, "Then speak, Lord Tyrant, should it please you to do so."

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:15:57 PM)
When I first met Maksim at the House of Blues, he said soemhting curious. He remarked that there had been a court before but in its wake another had not reformed and hinted that there might be some reason for that. Now, he says he does not want our group destroyed, though I am not so sure I believe that yet. I am curious, however, as yto what happened to that Court and why. And why did they not reform? I think that if it is important enough for him to want to keep it from me, then it is very important for me to know.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:20:03 PM)
The intensity of that calculating gaze intensified as he took in the information she offered him. At length he offered a small nod, the golden chains dancing across his brow as his slender ivory horns lanced through the air. "A very good question, your Eminence. However, given this Maksim's recent behavior, his words are to be circumspect to say the least. I would be dishonoest to say that I do not desire the taste of his blood on my fangs."

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:24:22 PM)
*she smiled at that* That's sweet. I appreciate that sentiment.Swan has said much the same, minus the fangs. I have no doubt he talks out of both sides of his mouth so I take what he says and look at it from all sides. What he does not say is often more important than whar he does.

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:24:29 PM)
(What, not whar)

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 9:26:46 PM)
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Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:28:07 PM)
He nodded again and shifted slightly on the massive tree. His tail dipped down from one of the limbs around which it was wrapped, it's tip touching the surface of the water beneath. "Then more information is needed. Have you set the Eye to task?"

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:29:30 PM)
I have. He is digging but it takes time and subtlety. I agree but I think time is something we have precious little of. Still, he is most anxious to do anything I ask. * She smiled then*

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 9:30:35 PM)
*parks the old crotchrocket a ways out, un-bungeeing the basket and taking off her shoes before unzipping the bike jacket to let Damocles rest his head on her shoulder more comfortably, the rest of the serpent tucked warmly under her tunic top. Soft jeans are rolled up to keep clear of the wet*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:34:23 PM)
A feintly distracted haze washed over those golden eyes then but he nodded towards Perri regardless. "He is a wreckless being, and foolish", he said without hesitation. "I tested him recently...a test he failed and now owes me for in recompense. But that is neither here nor there. I assume you have brought this to me for more than my own collection of information. What is it I can do for you, Lord Tyrant?"

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 9:35:22 PM)
*She leaves her shoes and jacket with her helmet on the bike, the white tunic shirt like a beacon in the moonlight as she approaches. Obviously, no attempts at stealth here. Her hair is still an unkempt mass of wavy black down her back, and the usual gold coin necklace and bone cross are displayed proudly..beside the Diamondback*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:35:41 PM)
As Lina approached the edge of the swamp a blanket of vibrant green carpet moss rose up from the ground, stretching out into the swamp. It weaved through the trees in a most chaotic pattern, but it offered to her a path that would avoid the murky waters. Small flowers in a myriad of colors lept up along it's edges, beckoning her forth as they led her to the lake.

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:36:29 PM)
See what you can dig up on that old Court. It is tied into Lafevre and this Marguerette and what happened between them is important.

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 9:37:17 PM)
*she can't help the rather childish delight at the "carpet"s appearance, crouching down to run her fingers across the softness. A softly murmured thanks to him accompanies a brush of her fingers beneath the gold necklace, and she follows the path she was given*

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Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:38:06 PM)
A fine white brow arched curiously at that and he rose up a bit from his perch. "A task for the Eye and his watchers, no? My own attentions are focused inwards...to ensure the court continues on it's path. My time is already stretched thinner than you could possibly know, Your Eminence."

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Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:41:00 PM)
It is but one never knows where soemthing will turn up to be stumbled upon. And the more ears, the better. I want these threats neutralized as fast as possible. *She slid her feet down from the rock, slowly, and as they neared the ground, they seemed to dissolved into black smoke. The rest of her followed, and soon, where Perri had been, was now a black, swirling shadow hovering above the ground. It drifted closer to Shin* I know how much trouble you go to for me.

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 9:42:03 PM)
*blinks as she watches the woman dissolve, wondering idly for an instant if it's something Shin did -to- her..before the smoky shape seems to move of it's own accord*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:45:05 PM)
The distraction that had dimmed his golden eyes faded away as Lina came into the clearing, his gaze leaving PErri for the moment to look in the mortal girl's direction. He bowed his head subtly, aknowledging her presence, before he looked back to the tenebrous aparition of the Tyrant. "Should any such knowledge come to me, I will of course inform you. If it would settle your worries I shall send my Inquisitor to speak to this Margerette to see what information she might uncover."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 9:47:17 PM)
*A fast glance at the mossy carpet to make sure her invitation hasn't been revoked, dark eyes surrounded by white briefly, her steps slowed for only an instant while she had checked for His sign. With no instructions otherwise, her confidence returns and she smiles at his acknowledgement, closing her eyes and lowering her head in answer..holding the pose much longer. She comes to a stop at the path's end calmly..watching Death talk to her lord*

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:48:13 PM)
I believe Jacqueline is working on her but .....*She stopped as Lina appeared* Good evening.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 9:51:16 PM)
He rose up from his parch on the massive broken oak, his gaze shifting curiously between Lina and Perri. After a moment's consideration he bowed his head slightly and spoke. "Your Eminence, this is one of my children...her name is Lina. Lina, this is a very old aquaintance of mine. She is like me, one who worked the miracles of creation to form this world, but unlike me in that we walked on different paths."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 9:55:12 PM)
*yes, there's a bit of shock at Shin's form of address for the woman, but she takes the cue and lowers her head, eyes closed respectfully in the Perri-cloud's direction* It's an honor an a fine thing to meet you, Ms. Death.

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 9:57:27 PM)
* A soft laugh issues forth, almost a whisper* And you as well. My name is Surya, one you would do well to remember in times of trouble.

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:00:53 PM)
*once addressed, she lifts her head with a warm smile* An I will, thank you much. *her accent surfacing just a bit thanks to the nervousness lingering in her expression* I brought a few beignets with me for myself.. if you'd care to have one, I'd gladly share. *making it very clear she's not giving this Angel anything that was meant for Shin*

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:02:44 PM)
Thank you but I'm fine. I actually have a.....a date for a late dinner.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:03:05 PM)
His long sinuous body slowly lowered out of the tree into the murky water of the lake. The water displaced around his bulk as he seemed to glide across it's surface to the shore, positioning himself between Lina and the Tyrant. He faced Surya, those large golden eyes gleaming down at her even as the rest of his body coiled up in a wall of armored scales in front of his thrall. It was not a threatened gesture, but a line had clearly been drawn. "Take them to the wall, child.", he offered to Lina before directing his deep predatory voice towards Perri. "I have no faith in the one you call Jacquiline. She spends her time, all of it, wrapping herself in the lusts of her hosts. Not unexpected behavior from one of her House, but also not conductive to actually getting any form of results. I shall send my Inquisitor to deduce any information that she can."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:06:04 PM)
*gives Perri a wave goodbye as she moves to obey already, picking her way toward the stone wall with the big basket in her arms, perfectly at ease now that it seems she hadn't angered Shin..or the one he addressed so highly.*

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:07:45 PM)
Thank you. That is what I was about to say when Lina arrived. Jacqueline may mean well but I am not so confident. A bit of shadow slipped laong the ground towards Shin*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:10:42 PM)
Zaebos would not flinch nor draw away from that shadow, of course. If anything the massive of scales and coil edges towards it. He would always feel more comfortable seeing the Tyrant as an equal, if not a true superior, when she wore the form of her true nature rather than the weak flesh of a human. "Then it shall be done, your Eminence. Though to direct the resources of my Dragons in this way weakens the very structure the court is founded upon. I hope it proves to be worth it."

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:13:39 PM)
I suspect we will all be doing double duty now and then till things settle. I dig in as much as I can but so many seem reluctant for me to expose myself to any risk these days

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:16:09 PM)
*eyes the wall to figure out a good place to set out the spread, the little witch had gone all out with fresh catfish, breaded and fried, southern gravy, okra, late season corn, and biscuits*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:17:53 PM)
He nodded slightly, though his displeasure was evident by the low rumbled that escaped him from deep within his chest. Perri stood near enough to feel that rumble beneath her through the very earth she stood upon. "For now, order has been established for most of our kind. You are a symbol for that order. Should something happen to you, all of our work towards those ends will be for naught. If redirecting the resources of the Inquisition will keep you further from harm, it shall be done without hesitation." With that he offered a respectful bow of his head, even his those golden eyes never left her own.

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:17:59 PM)
(Now I want catfish)

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:18:46 PM)
((Lina didn't offer that, it's not for you! lol))

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:19:43 PM)
I am, as they say, watching my backside along with the rest of you. *the finger of shadow slipped over the scales* I am working on finding Swan some more reliable help as well.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:20:03 PM)
( Catfish is -nasty-. -NASTY-. )

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:20:51 PM)
((If he doesn't like it, he can have the beignets instead, though..she'd meant those for a dessert..if he wanted em at all. lol))

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:20:58 PM)
(blasphemy)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:21:01 PM)
( Nah, Shin eats anything that bleeds. )

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:21:14 PM)
( I, however, think those bottom feeding poop eaters are gross. )

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:21:37 PM)
((.. you dont' even want to know what goes into a cow..))

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:22:25 PM)
((*coughs and gets back IC!*))

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:24:10 PM)
*setting out the spread on a neat white cloth on the wall, she sinks down beside it to sit down and wait, crossing her arms over her knees and stroking the little scales of the rattler nosing its way up over her shoulder now that she's still*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:25:15 PM)
He nodded subtly at that. Her touch would remind of her the unnatural heat that eminated from his body, as if fire pumped through his veins just beneath his skin. Now so close, she could even see a hint of stream rising up from his scales in the ever chilling night air. "That would be beneficial. The Eye, while useful in his abilities, is at constant odds with his host...and distracted by his own retinue." He seemed to stop short then, however, obviously not wishing to question the Tyrant's decision on the current rank of Ministers.

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:28:06 PM)
I mentioned that, actually. *she nodded and while she smiled, it was hidden in the shadows* I will let you get to your business then.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:31:10 PM)
He bowed his head respectfully to her, his slender horns flashing in the coming moonlight with the motion. "As you wish, your Eminence, but you are always welcome in my home." That being said he would make no move to hold her against her will and she could see the path of moss already rising up from the earth to guide her back the way she had come.

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:33:22 PM)
As you are in mine. *Her silvery eyes flashed a moment* Goodnight my friend.

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:34:42 PM)
"Good night, your Eminence", he returned in that deep forceful voice. His head rose from it's bowed position as he backed away, his long body uncoiling from beneath him and carrying him towards Lina, even though his torso remained facing the Tyrant respectfully until she would turn to leave.

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:35:47 PM)
*smiles a little, still petting the rattler patiently..though she looks up at Shin's approach and her expression warms easily for him. She won't speak till he's either looking her way, or addressing her*

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:38:32 PM)
((slow for 10 here))

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:40:31 PM)
*ONce Shin was clear, Perri simply vanished from sight*

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:41:15 PM)
(Time to wrestly kids in bed)

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:42:46 PM)
His eyes narrowed slightly when she disapeared, her slip into Haven causing her to drop off the awareness granted through his comunion with the wild. He would likely never grow used to such a thing, to him it being unnatural in an of itself. He had no real knowledge about the world the Alabstre legion and the Seventh house created beyond what little Perri herself had offered him. He took a deep breath, his entire body rising and falling, before he finally turned to let his golden gaze fall on Lina. "I am pleased you have come, child. I have been meaning to show you this place."

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:43:57 PM)
(Thanks!)

Perri Santana (Oct 28, 2010 10:44:00 PM)
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Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:50:14 PM)
((That's what I'm doing too. lol)) *she beams up at him* I'm always happy to see you, and I've grown more fond of the wild places thanks to your original invitation. I brought supper, as your evening offering.. The moss carpet was lovely. * a little scattered by the very different second angel* Was she.. I mean, Er. *trying again* You called her Eminence.. what would you like me to call her, if I ever meet her again? *muddling through it..titles and such were a foreign matter to the little American*

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 10:55:51 PM)
((Back, for the record))

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 10:56:28 PM)
His gaze shifted to the food spread out beside her and he nodded slightly, a hint of a smile reaching his eyes. Still, the question posed was of more import than the offering itself at the moment. His body began to coil beneath him before he settled down on it. "In private you would refer to her as her Eminence. When around others like us, you would do the same, just as you are to call me Lord in a similiar scenerio. If you encounter her in public, however, among other humans...Perri would do, or Ms. Santana...as that was the name of her host."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:00:13 PM)
Perri.. as yours was Shinjo then. *nodding a bit, offering with a skewed smile afterward* Eminence is what they call the Pope, I think. Catholics anyway. She felt like..Death. *divots in the dusky brow at that* She really the angel of death, or am I just crazy?

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:03:26 PM)
*aabruptly she winces slightly* Listen to me rattlin on and keeping you from the dinner I came here to bring ya. *she shakes her head* I'm sorry Zaebos, my questions will wait a bit. I promise I won't pop.

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:04:33 PM)
*she seems truly embarassed to have let her curiousity overrun her manners. At least..the manners of a sort that she had*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:04:56 PM)
He grunted with quiet amusement and shook his head slightly, reaching out with his massive hands. He took up some of the food, piling it up atop his palm before settling back. "There is no need for apologies, child. I give her a respectful title because she has earned it, by organizing and leading the others. And yes...", he nodded slightly, "she is an Angel of death."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:07:08 PM)
*incredulous* They needed more than one? *her hand flying up to cover her mouth*

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:08:38 PM)
*this time the wince squints one eye closed comically, and she drops her head to stare at the water's edge pointedly, her other hand occupying itself running fingertips along Damocles' spine*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:09:38 PM)
Another grunt escaped him, this one a little less forced, almost tantamount to a chuckle, thoguh that seemed rediculous in concept alone. He dropped a bit of the food into his mouth, seeming to swallow it whole, before responding. "Yes, child. There are billions of humans across this planet. Not even we can be everywhere at once."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:12:34 PM)
*seeing as he seems amenable to conversation with his meal, she lowers her hand slowly* I don't suppose she's the Death of something non-threatening..? Death of Rats? Death of roadkill rabbits?..

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:13:29 PM)
*a little flick of her fingers* Doesn't -have- to be people..Right?

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:14:52 PM)
His large powerful shoulders rolled slightly in a small shrug as he collected more of the food. He ate sweets in the same hand full as fish, as if purely for sustenance with flavor being of little import. "To be honest with you, child, I do not recall her exact purpose in the time of creation. Human bodies and minds were never meant to contain a being such as myself....Shinjo's mind has left some of my memories clouded. Even my power is slow in returning."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:17:11 PM)
It'll be much easier to talk to her if I can think of her as Death of Rats. *admitting with a smile, though she notes that the flavor doesn't seem to interest him* So..she's in charge, where does that put you..if it's alright to ask..? *curiously, watching him eat the way some might watch a man winning an eating competition*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:20:08 PM)
He polished off the last of the food she had presented as easily as he had the first bite, his massive form seemingly bottomless, though it would be hardly surprising. With the meal completed he settled in amongst the coils of his body once more, resting his hands along the ridge of his spine. "I am the Lord Inquisitor. I ensure that the others know their place and do not stray. Should they bring chaos to this world, already bruised and battered by humans as it is, I will destroy them. Her Eminence included."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:21:10 PM)
Oh. *that seems to make perfect sense to her* The Enforcer. ..*a strange wild smile lighting her face as she looks up to him* You're the cop.

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:22:38 PM)
*for some reason...that he shares the same role with the angels, that she does with the mortals just makes her Pleased as Punch*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:23:20 PM)
He grunted quietly and seemed about to respond when he paused. She could see the calculating intelligence return to his eyes as he thought it over for a few moments. At length, his golden gaze fell onto her as he spoke. "Something like that. Though we have others who maintain the general policies of our kind.... I am more what you would call internal affairs."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:25:35 PM)
*bit of an exagerrated wince at that, pursing her lips* Ooo.. Don't say it like that? Makes it sound like you don't even trust them.. She..Her Eminence called you a friend. That doesn't mean something? *remembering even as she said it, that he hadn't returned the familiarity*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:33:43 PM)
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Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:34:05 PM)
((Wb, need a repost?))

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:34:10 PM)
( please )

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:35:44 PM)
*bit of an exagerrated wince at that, she's no stranger to the double-edged blade of IA. She purses her lips* Ooo.. Don't say it like -that-? Makes it sound as if you don't even trust them. She.. Her Eminence called you a friend. *looking up almost hopefully* That doesn't mean something? *remembering even as she asked..that he hadn't returned the familiarity*

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Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:37:51 PM)
His eyes narrowed dangerously at that and he shook his head. While it was obviously not directed towards Lina, it would surely bring back memories of their first meetings, which had not always been so relaxing. "My loyalty lies to this world I helped create. Her Eminence is a beacon of order for my kind during this chaotic age, and so long as she remains so, she will have my support."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:41:14 PM)
*it's enough to at least temporarily jolt her from the easy conversation, dark eyes blinking as she recoups* ..Oh.. The.. umm..man in the tattoo shop. What part does he play? *looking down to Damocles and petting him again absently*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:42:57 PM)
"He is known as the All Seeing Eye", he responded easily enough, some of the dangerous gleam fading from his golden eyes. "He collects information for her Eminence so that she may perform her duties."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:46:35 PM)
No such thing as goin halfway with these titles..huh. *a lopsided smile at the snake on her arm. Damocles having ventured out from under her shirt at the promise of attention*

Tokugawa Shinjo (Oct 28, 2010 11:49:34 PM)
His eyes narrowed once more and this time the intensity of his gaze fell on her fully. She could almost feel the heat of those golden eyes searing into her. "Names have great meaning. Do not make light of title or of the positions they represent."

Lina Devereaux (Oct 28, 2010 11:52:35 PM)
*she'd glanced up when she felt the gaze at first..and while she regretted it, she didn't look away. Her heart skipping a beat and her eyes wide* Zaebos, I'm sorry. I hadn't meant.. *instinct jumping her from the half-thought excuse back to the simple apology* I'm sorry, it won't happen again.