“You know, this<em>monkey<em> also has big, ugly ears on his face,” said the beast, turning his gaze upon Taki.  He grinned at her- showing a straight row of teeth that were polished white and very, <em>very<em> sharp.  “You lack manners.”<br/><br/>He turned towards Zafina.  “You, on the other hand, are quite the charmer.  I would love to see you dance.”  And that desire to see her dance was becoming ever more apparent.  What had been a minor, though noticeable swell in his loins had grown to a full blown erection.<br/><br/>He took a step forward, and placed his hand on Taki's shoulder.  His grip was firm and short, blunt claws poked at her flesh.  “And as restitution for the execution of my pet, you can show me how <em>flexible</em> you can be.”<br/><br/>“So ladies, is it a deal?”</em></em></em></em>