Anthony
"Either that, or I could kill something for you. You did save me from this madman here, after all."

*The bear glares at the oni, but doesn't attack. He knows that he's more powerful, despite the bear technically having more power.*
Anna
*The oni doesn't seem even fazed by the glare the bear gives him, remaining scarily calm.*

"Hm. Not that you would know what they are anyway."

*A simple scoff comes from Oshikuru. This elf was incredibly foolish and naive, yet incredibly stubborn or brave. Or stupid. Maybe all three. He did wonder about her origin though; it wasn't often that there was a vampiric druid.*

"So, girl, what's your name?"
Anthony
*The bear seems completely fine.*
Lorraine
*She gave a small smile to the bear, even going so far to nod her head to him.* "No thank you, I think you need the energy more than me, Sir. You were the one fighting an Oni." *This is where Manon would've rubbed the bear's head if she trusted it to not bite her. The bear offering it's service was enough to make Manon feel comfortable taking her eyes off it for longer periods of time.* 

"My name, I'm Manon. Why do you ask... If I may ask." *She took a quick glance at the bear before looking at the Oni* "I've told you so many time-" *The Oni had a faint green aura rise from his body before it entirely dissipated. Manon was left to assume that the spell had just worn out. Clearing her throat as she switched back to the common tongue.* "Are you happy now? You can go brag to your friends that you talked to a bear." *Clearly Manon was keeping an act up for the Bear, her attitude towards the Oni who went looking for a fight with animals has not changed.* "I wouldn't recommend you do that, you'll just get looked at crazy. Kind of like how you looked at me earlier." *She stood up to her feet and glanced at the bear, The Oni would have no idea if they it was talking or not.*
Anthony
*The bear leans its head towards Manon, allowing it to scratch its head.*
Anna
"Manon. Just curious."

*The language had changed. Had the spell worn out?*

"Talked to a bear? That is not a feat worthy speaking about. Fighting a bear toe to toe is. Bare-handed, with no armor or weapons. While specializing in weapons. I've heard more outlandish brags. I won't be called crazy; people will simply call my bluff."

*It seems like the spell really did run out. Manon appeared to be talking to the bear, but couldn't tell what they were saying anymore.*
Lorraine
"Well I don't know what to tell you, but I kept my end of the bargain." *She walked over to Oshi and began pushing at him once more, trying to get him to leave the area.* "You're not allowed to fight other bears either!" *She yelled as she gave him another firm push. Why was this Oni so stubborn, at any rate she was going to tire herself once more. Sending a breath up to send strands of her hair flying from her face she then walked over to the bear.* 

"Actually, I will take you up on your offer, We should go find a meal before this Oni strikes you down." *She looked back at the demon before adding.* "And probably me." *She stepped to the side of the bear, her fingertips lightly grazing it's fur. Would it be entirely insane to mount it...* "May I climb on your back, Sir?" *She almost wanted to see the Oni's expression if the bear did allow such a thing to happen.*
Anna
"What do you mean 'allowed'? Are you the ruler of the forest? If so, I defy your word. If not, I defy it anyway."

*He still wasn't sure why Manon was trying to push against him. It was futile; she couldn't do it no matter how hard she tried.*

"Later, I will go and fight another bear."
Anthony
"Sure."

*The bear allows Manon to climb into his back, and stands on 4 legs.*
Anna
*The demon raised an eyebrow as the bear allows Manon to climb onto its back. Talking with it certainly seems to have improved its mood. To think that such a small girl could tame such a large creature. It was certainly impressive.*

"Not bad."
Lorraine
*Manon threw her right leg over the bear's back as she mounted it. Her hand gently caressing the fur between it's ears. Thankfully the bear couldn't understand Oshi anymore. This would've been an awkward time for them to resume their fist fighting. While maintaining glare with Oshi she leaned forward until her pink lips pressed into the bear's ear. Clearly whatever she was saying was a secret, not like the Demon could understand her now anyways.* 

"Thank you for being kind and reasonable, the demon is more an animal than you are." *It was meant as a compliment, she hoped it reached him well.* 

*She placed both hands around the Bear's side and squeezed gently, she didn't know if pulling it's hair would provoke it so she stayed away from doing so.* 

"You learned that animals have feelings too, this one even told you it's secrets.. Go fight in the arena if you need to prove yourself. I'm not a ruler of the forest but I'll try to protect it." *The more the Oni talked the less she cared for him. Of course she would heal him if he laid injured on the forest floor but.. It wouldn't be a pleasant time for either of them.*
Anna
"People have feelings too. They die all the same. I respect this bear more than most people. It is strong."

*Naive. So naive to think that feelings mattered much. She might be powerful though; talking to a bear and taming it was an incredible ally. What if she had gotten stronger? Tamed other, stronger animals?*

*Wait a second. Oshikuru didn't use his head much, but he did use it sometimes. If he could find the secrets of power to other animals, and not just bears...*

"Wait. I have a proposal. If you help me, I won't harm any more forest animals."
Lorraine
*She gave the Oni a long overdue suspicious glance. What could she possibly have to offer, she was just a healer. She folded her arms as she looked at the Oni, willing to at least hear what he had in mind.* 

"I'm listening... Whatever your name is." *She made no move to dismount her new ally, in fact if the Oni got closer she would order it to run. He might've been strong but he couldn't have been very fast. At the very least she could summon vines to slow him down long enough to make an escape.* 

"And how do I know I can even trust your word? You barely managed to keep this promise and you stated that you don't have compassion either."
Anna
"Oshikuru. I did keep my word though. And I'm not doing this out of 'compassion'. I'm doing this out of my own self interest. It will be easier to gain power from talking to animals about how they gain it rather than simply fighting them. It's in both your interest and mine. Otherwise I'm going to fight the bear again."

*Just to show that he's not kidding, Oshikuru pulls out a massive axe from behind a tree. He was completely unarmored, so his typically heavy armor wouldn't slow him down. He doubted Manon knew exactly what he was capable of; he could easily chase down most targets. He could probably take off Manon's head in one blow, though maybe two to account for her healing. And then the bear. Easy target.*
Lorraine
*She closed her eyes and slid off the bear. Reaching behind her to brush his fur once more before dismissing him. She still didn't trust the Oni but it wasn't worth both of them dying in the end. She slowly walked to the one named Oshikuru, her head thrown back as she looked up at him. Cat like pupils examined his expression for any truth in what he said, a look of disdain across her face. If there were any type of people Manon couldn't stand, it were the ones who just kept fighting and spreading pain. After she was finished with her assessments she continued walking, figuring the Oni would be smart enough to follow on his own. 'Men' she found herself thinking. As she passed a small gust of wind brushed Oshi's face except it was rather warm to the touch despite it being cold outside.*