Royal Currency {Kertaro & LadyFox}
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				Title: <strong>Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>05-05-2014, 04:01:49</strong>
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				He always hated the smell of horses and this kingdom reeked of them. Horse drawn carts had passed them on the long journey here and the city itself was filled with them as well. Looking out the window of the opulent room he was in he could see them working up and down the roads. There was a more primal side to him that licked at its chops thinking about horse, but this side did not have the same hungers. This part of him was just bothered by the smell. <br><br>Varion turned away from the window and looked at the ceremonial armor on the rack nearby. Shaking his head he looked at the silver and gold inlay and snorted. “Weak” he muttered commenting on the metal. His own armor was across the room in a large trunk and had none of the same decoration. It was dented and struck, but as his father had told him ‘Not fitting for a wedding and certainly not your own wedding’.<br><br>His wedding…. That was a thought he was still not used to. It had only been three months since he had first been informed about his nuptials and he had dreaded every moment of its coming. His home, Tannerbrook, was small and had not the resources needed to be as independent as it had been in the past. They needed resources and a secure and safe border. His wedding would ensure both and usher in a new era of cooperation in this time of need. Least his father believed that would be the case and Varion hoped he was right. <br><br>Turning he looked in the large mirror they had placed in the room. He was groomed to the maximum and he barely recognized himself. His beard had been trimmed and his red hair washed and combed straight and even his fingernails had been scrubbed clean. His brown eyes searched for something he would still recognize and they fell upon the blue slashes that ran down his shoulder. <br><br>A mark of warriors amongst his people his had been earned when he was very young. His weeks in the mountains alone when he had first shifted and then returning home changed forever. Many of his kind ended up forever in the wilderness wandering and unable to change back. Only the most fearsome of their clan was able to change at will, a trait that not even his older sibling could master, and he had been marked by the shaman with great pride. The blue ink they etched into him that day forever marked him as a protector and defender of his mountain home and now looking in the mirror it was the only part of him he truly recognized. <br><br>Staring at his reflection he thought again how his life might have been different had he been the eldest child. What could he have done had he the opportunity to rule instead of Theron? Sighing he grabbed the ornate armor and started to fasten it on. It was far too late to dwell on such thoughts. Now he had to do what he had done since birth and what he had sworn the day the ink had marked his shoulder so long ago. He would do the bidding of the King of Tannerbrook and give everything, including his life, for it to survive. <br><br>And how he made that happen was to give his hand to this princess in marriage. <br><br>'Royal Currency' his brother had teased him on the journey here 'That is all but the first born are good for' 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>05-05-2014, 04:26:06</strong>
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				Kaiya stood like a statue as her handmaidens bustled about her, fixing her gown, her hair, her makeup and jewelry and everything else she needed for the events of today.&nbsp; Her elder sister, the lovely but vicious Andira, had been only too delighted to loan out her own attendants, since Kaiya rarely bothered with such, but she had stood fast against that.&nbsp; Those women would have made getting ready for this mockery a living hell.&nbsp; As if it wasn't already!<br><br>Her long raven hair had been coiled on top of her head in a complicated yet elegant series of twists and loops, yet still arranged in a way not to weigh down her head unduly.&nbsp; Smoky kohl lined her emerald eyes with the flecks of gold in them, framed by long, thick black lashes.&nbsp; Her face was feline almost in appearance, delicate yet strong, with up-tilted eyes and a full, lush red mouth.&nbsp; Her skin was a golden tan; she was no pale maiden, but a warrior in her own right.&nbsp; Though who knew if she'd be allowed to be what she was now.&nbsp; Curse it.<br><br>Her lush yet toned figure was encased in a white and gold gown with emerald accents to match her eyes, making her look like a young goddess, her maids said.&nbsp; Personally, Kaiya thought she looked a right idiot, but she had little use for fripperies.&nbsp; Her favored accessories... well, they weren't gold baubles.&nbsp; She wasn't going to think about that.&nbsp; <br><br>Suddenly she sneezed; "Not that one," she said of the scent they were going to put on her.&nbsp; Her nose objected strongly to the strength of the scent, and she sneezed again.&nbsp; The girl holding it whisked it away, and they brought another scent, one faint, barely there to most people.&nbsp; But to her and her bloodline, certain scents were just unbearable.&nbsp; Kaiya smiled as the faintest hint of vanilla and jasmine drifted to her nose.&nbsp; "Yes, that one.&nbsp; If I have to wear it, I'm not going to be sneezing my head off at the altar."&nbsp; The girls giggled, and finally she was ready.&nbsp; She drew in a breath and told her alter self to calm down; there was no danger.&nbsp; She was not going to shame her family by letting loose her other persona at all.<br><br>"I think I'm as ready as I will ever be," she muttered, and they placed the veiling over her face, the bridal flowers in her hands.&nbsp; What she wouldn't give to get rid of the damn flowers and be having a beachfront, maritime wedding instead!&nbsp; But her father would never forgive her, and that would completely dishonor her family , the city of Asterin, and the kingdom of Pinora.&nbsp; She would not ruin the alliance her father had worked to build, even if it did mean she was simply marriage bait.&nbsp; She Kaiya only hoped that her husband was not a complete arrogant barbarian.&nbsp; Oh, how she hoped!
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>05-05-2014, 04:49:34</strong>
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				When the bells rang he had turned to look, but instead of being greeted with the sight of his bride it was the royal processional. He had always hated enduring these things in his own kingdom and here it seemed like even more of a nuisance. He glanced around looking for the mother, but not seeing her he instead turned his gaze to the royal tower. Her balcony showed her sitting up at least and for her condition Varion considered that to be a good sign. He had met his future father in law already, but having feared for her health the visitors form a far off land had been kept away from the Queen's side. Now he could see that if she was not well enough to attend her own child's wedding that might have been for the best. <br><br>His own family was in attendance, but smaller. His mother had died giving birth to him and that left only his father Asmund and Theron his older brother. As tradition among his people they stood at his side and watched the procession with interest. They were chatting about some royal adviser and where they were seated and Varion could not have cared elss. The armor he had on was irritating him and he shook his shoulders enough that it rattled slightly and his father stilled him quickly. <br><br>"Mind your station Varion" he muttered to his younger child "You now represent a nation" <br><br>That thought calmed him enough that he made it through the rest of the entrances, but then again it might have been his change of mindset. Instead of watching now he was looking around the large castle courtyard and seeing something else. He was planning an attack on it and noting where the weakest areas were. There was a good chance it could be held for quite some time against men, but he noted the lack of preparations against siege towers and thought that would be one of the first things he would focus on. These people may have excelled at raiding and ambushing, but in a head to head fight they lost time and again. He was here to change it. <br><br>He was so caught up in his thoughts of the battle he ignored the trumpets sounding and did not look down again until there was a movement in front of him. There she was and the priest had already begun to speak. Varion was hoping for a glimpse, but the veil hid her very well and so he assumed the first time he would see her would be after he was already committed. He listened to the words and then bowed as he had been told. A symbol of honor and respect to her father the king. There would be another ceremony later to swear him in as a commander and to make him swear an oath to this new kingdom. Hopefully that one would be more private. <br><br>He reached out his large hand to her and like they had both practiced he took her from her father and moved her to stand up and beside him. He thought he could make her out under the veil, but gave up quickly and turned his attention to the priest. He had never cared much for religion and this was seeming to prattle on and on. He stood holding her hand bent at the elbow so that the gathered could see her hand in his. <br><br>He twitched his nose slightly and tilted his head. He caught a whiff of something in the spring air and it was not terrible. He waited until the priest was offering a prayer and the collected masses were all bowing their heads. Leaning his slightly closer to hers he whispered softly "I like vanilla. Reminds me of when I used to sneak cakes out of the kitchen when I was younger" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>05-05-2014, 05:03:51</strong>
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				She got her first real look at him as she came down in the processional.&nbsp; Curse all this folderol!&nbsp; A quick series of vows would have done her good, but no, they wanted the full royal wedding.&nbsp; And since her mother was ill enough that she wouldn't even be able to be attending, she obeyed without argument.&nbsp; Kaiya didn't want one of her mother's last memories being her youngest daughter being all catty at the wedding.<br><br>She was rather... surprised, though.&nbsp; This husband of hers... a second price, and disposable as she was, she'd learned... was not actually bad-looking.&nbsp; Thank the gods.&nbsp; If she'd been wed to some fat, old, slobbering mess... well, she'd have gotten him drunk and given him a maid to bed.&nbsp; She was sly enough to likely manage that, really.&nbsp; Hunting as she did gave that cunning to one.&nbsp; But she wouldn't have to do that unless he was a brutal beast.<br><br>Kaiya stood beside him and listened to the priest drone on and on.&nbsp; Lord... would they need to keep this fool on?&nbsp; How often would she be able to escape the palace life, now that she was married to this man?&nbsp; She refused to think of being mated; that would have been a love match, really.&nbsp; But she couldn't break the marriage bonds, so that was til death.&nbsp; Hopefully not a painful one.&nbsp; She could see out through her veil, and noticed he was trying to catch a glimpse of her, and a slight smile curved her mouth.&nbsp; So it wasn't just her worrying about a mismatch; oddly enough, that made her feel better.<br><br>Then came the prayer of blessing.&nbsp; Please... let it end soon!&nbsp; This gown was going to drive her insane!&nbsp; As she bowed her head, glad her veil and hair weren't falling down, she heard him say something about liking vanilla and sneaking cakes when he was younger.&nbsp; She couldn't laugh... couldn't laugh... but he'd be able to feel her body trembling as she laughed silently.&nbsp; "Just when you were younger?" she whispered back, thinking of the cakes she'd snuck... a mere four days ago.&nbsp; But then, the palace cooks liked her.&nbsp; They hated Andira, so it was a petty bit of revenge, but so satisfying!
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>05-05-2014, 12:52:44</strong>
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				AS the prayer droned on he heard her response and then tilted his head. "Hard for me to sneak things these days. The old babushka who runs the kitchen now is a beast" he responded. As the prayer finished and the assembled returned to their seats the priest then bid the two of them to look at each other. Of course he was unable to actually do anything but face her since the veil again obscured his view. How long did that damn thing stay on anyhow? The vows he then spoke were well rehearsed and slid from him without any passion in his voice. He had been made to practice them over and over on the long journey down for both his father and his brother until they were satisfied he would not trip over the difficult wording of this new culture. When he finished he shuffled in place and felt the odd orate scabbard of the sword he was forced to wear clank against his side. He fought the urge to roll his eyes and when his vows were finished simply smiled. <br><br>Was there no damned end to this thing? Already he could feel the sunshine warming him and noted that this plae would probably get so much warmer then home. Home... this was going to be home now. He was to help train and lead and army. That much he could stomach, but this place. He liked the green and how the hills were gentle and rolling, but he already longed for the cold streams and tall pines of home. He wondered if this place would ever feel the same way and somehow he doubted it greatly. <br><br>It was her turn to drone on and his fathers cough brought him back to the moment. He listened to her vows an almost mirror response of his own and then sighed. His disinterest was starting to show through. The only thing he cared about at this point was getting out of this stifling armor and heat. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>05-05-2014, 18:16:06</strong>
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				<em>Just a little bit longer, just a little bit longer, just a little bit longer and I can dump this gods-be-damned gown!</em> ran the thoughts in Kaiya's head.&nbsp; If she was uncomfortable, this man surely had to be.&nbsp; That armor, while gorgeous, was something that should be on a display stand, not used for actual combat.&nbsp; Not something her people would wear, after all.&nbsp; But then, that was why they were in this situation.&nbsp; Very annoying.&nbsp; She only hoped her sister got stuck with the drooling dotard.&nbsp; Serve her right for being so meddlesome and lazy.<br><br>Finally her piece was done!&nbsp; She almost heaved a sigh of relief, until she recalled the next part.&nbsp; He got to see her... and they shared a kiss to bond them.&nbsp; <em>Let him not be a sloppy kisser</em>, sh thought frantically, then realized all they needed was a pressing of closed lips.&nbsp; They weren't expecting anyone to make out in front of the priest, after all.<br><br>The priest commanded them to turn and look upon each other, as she was now his, and he hers, and they were bound before the gods.&nbsp; <em>Nothing like getting that divine threat and blessing all in one</em>, she thought with a sudden upsurge of her usual snarky humor.&nbsp; If she was going to survive this, she was going to need her sense of humor.&nbsp; She turned to face him completely, looking up at him, and hoping there was some kindness in there.&nbsp; If they could work together, it might not be too horrible.&nbsp; Right?
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				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>05-05-2014, 21:12:01</strong>
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				He vaguely remembered responding to her when then vows were done. There was more speaking, more mindless prattle, and then she turned to face him. Blinking he looked at the veil covered face for a moment and then recognition slowly crossed his own. Among his people the love between a husband and wife was a private matter and not something they then flaunted in front of the world or even in the taverns at night. Now here he was in front of a largest gathering of people he had ever seen and about to do an act he considered to be very private. <br><br>Flushing red he steeled himself and then gently he reached for the edge of the veil. His father had told him this would be expected hen they had gone over the words of the ceremony. Taking the gentle material in his large hands he lifted it slowly. His heart was pounding in his throat as he looked down. He was tall for his people so towered above most of these new people. Slowly he raised the veil and his breath caught when he saw her. The painting and covering up of her face was noted and he had heard of it before, but the image in front of him was amazing. Her features were so delicate it seemed to him that they might have been made of porcelain, but there was no chance that this girl would break. He had seen eyes like that before. <br><br>She had a fire. The dress, the makeup, the veil, all of it conspired to make her look docile. This girl was more then she seemed and that thought made Varion smile. Leaning down he pressed his lips to hers gently and with a little surprise at his own fault the kiss went form a peck to something deeper quickly. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>06-05-2014, 06:38:59</strong>
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				When the veil was pulled away, Kaiya blinked, then her eyes widened some.&nbsp; He was better-looking than she'd thought!&nbsp; She could see through the veil, of course, or she would have been unable to walk without assistance, but it blurred everything.&nbsp; But now... now she could see her brand new husband.&nbsp; She was immediately fascinated with his features, and was astonished at his hair.&nbsp; Oh, that was incredible!<br><br>When his head lowered to hers, she caught her breath, expecting him to mash her mouth.&nbsp; But the light gentle kiss surprised her.&nbsp; At least for the moment.&nbsp; Then the intensity kicked in a bit more, and she gasped, mouth opening under his.&nbsp; One hand moved to catch his arm as if she needed to hold on to him to keep her balance.&nbsp; Her eyes fluttered closed as she leaned in closer.
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				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>06-05-2014, 13:42:21</strong>
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				For a moment Varion forgot where he was. He forgot the armor, the priest, and even the fact that he was standing in front of an entire city. She was soft, warm, and she moved to be closer to him when he moved to her. The moment was magical and had he been able to he would have liked for it to continue on in the same manner. That was all it was though was a moment. With the resounding cheer from the crowd his world flashed back to where he was and he pulled back quickly. <br><br>Time became a bit a of a blur after that. Trumpets sounding, people clapping his back, they walked in a flurry of some kind of flower petals together, but there was a huge crowd and cheering around them. They were then on a battlement of the castle and men in large hats were telling him to wave to the assembled people outside. The crowd inside was something, but he had no idea that they had gathered outside the castle walls as well. A mighty roar came up from the crowd when they waved to them and Varion tried to not compare them to a horde attacking the gates, but the sound was the same. <br><br>The dinner was no different. Large throne like chairs for every person at the main table and he could not even see her from his due to the large sides. Even if he had tried to talk to her he would have had to shout over the music, the toasts, and the performers. The meal was at least tasty. A mix of his homelands finest from around this kingdom as well. At a wedding such as this his people would have danced together, but it seemed that was not the custom here. for him it was watch and be waited upon. Not that he could have danced if he wanted to in this stifling armor. Between the day, the heat, and the heavy metal he carried when the kings decided to depart he was more then ready for the day to end. <br><br>That was when he was finally left alone. He had stripped off the armor and attempted to put it back on the rack, but it had been almost impossible and so he had just lay it out on the floor. Sitting on the bed in just his breeches he looked in the mirror again. Tomorrow he would pledge his oath t his new kingdom. Thankfully that was a much smaller ceremony and held in the throne room. Military matters he was used to and so it would make more sense to him. Sitting alone in that quiet room and staring at the mirror he thought about the day. He tried to remember anything, but all of it became a blur. Everything moved fast and was so strange, but for one moment. <br><br>As he lay back on the bed that was to soft for his comfort he saw those eyes of hers. Breathing slowly he wondered if she had felt the way he had when they kissed. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>06-05-2014, 18:12:32</strong>
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				Kaiya had expected all the folderol with the crowds.&nbsp; She almost winced at the roaring crowds, and she noted that her husband wasn't as fond of them either.&nbsp; She was beginning to feel better about this, though it could be the wine talking.&nbsp; She wasn't having much, but she wasn't a huge drinker in the first place.&nbsp; She had to pace herself or she'd be a disgrace tonight... which made her want even more wine.&nbsp; But she controlled the panic by hoping it was as awkward for him as it was for her.<br><br>At least she got to try something new, what with the dishes from his lands.&nbsp; They were quite different, but rather good.&nbsp; A couple of them weren't to her taste, but that was a pretty good percentage, she thought.&nbsp; Her mother hadn't been able to attend the dinner, exactly, though she was getting samples of the foods.&nbsp; They really should visit her tomorrow... or soon, at least.&nbsp; And at least her her other self wasn't clawing to get out now.&nbsp; Good food was sating that particular beast, thank the gods.<br><br>Finally she was led back to the suite for her women to get her out of her clothing and into the nightdress and robe she would wear when taken to her husband.&nbsp; This was what had her nervous; bedding someone who you had literally just met after your marriage...who wouldn't be nervous?&nbsp; She would be he was as well.&nbsp; But... if things were like that kiss... she'd been shaken when the cheering started.&nbsp; She had actually forgotten they were there, and it had jolted her back to reality with an unpleasant feeling.&nbsp; If the rest would be like that... they had hopes.<br><br>Soon she was at his door... it wasn't far, really, though the two rooms were not attached.&nbsp; They would have different apartments for them shortly; her father was getting the last touches on them now, to share as a wedded pair.&nbsp; The maids all giggled as they did last minute straightening of her gown, robe and hair, then one boldly knocked.&nbsp; When the door started to open, they ran, giggling loudly, around the corner.&nbsp; "Traitors," muttered Kaiya with a shake of her head, though she looked up when the door was fully open.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>06-05-2014, 21:10:28</strong>
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				Looking up at the ceiling he was enjoying the quiet when he heard the knock on the door. What had he forgotten? He was certain that he had done everything that was required of him. Below he could still hear the party carrying on. The party, like the wedding ceremony, was not about them. It was about the people. The unification that would lead to peace, for all of them, hopefully. Tonight was a exhale of breath that the roaming hordes of orcs would never batter down the gates of their city. <br><br>Reaching the door he opened it up and then stood in shock. Frozen in place with one hand on the door he stood staring at her. Slowly he went from looking at her face down her slowly to the floor and then he raised his eyes back up to her face. He swallowed hard and then suddenly became aware that he was standing there bare chested in her presence. "My Lady" he said bowing his head down quickly and then he gestured for her to enter the room. <br><br>As she slid by he shut the door and then closed his eyes a moment. Theron had been teasing him about this since the moment they had embarked on the journey and Varion had just thought it to be all in good fun. Varion was young by his kingdoms standards, but even more so by the life he had chosen to lead. He was a warrior and his entire life to this point had been spent in training or battle. It left little time for romance or for learning about women in general. His brother had been trying to describe in great detail and with many vulgar terms, what would happen on his wedding night to him. Varion had turned red as the hair in his beard at the subject and ridden ahead to avoid his brother's jeers. <br><br>Now he turned and he was red in the face the same as before. His bare chest even turned the color setting off the bright blue of the claw marks that ran down his shoulder and across his chest. He felt he should say something but as he looked at her again he found all of his breath was gone. The young man stood there and then finally with nothing else coming to his mind he finally said "I have never been with a woman" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-05-2014, 06:06:52</strong>
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				Oh.... good... gods....&nbsp; Kaiya stared at that big, bare chest for a moment, not even noticing that his eyes were checking her out either.&nbsp; When he finally stood aside and invited her in, she moved slowly, wanting to touch that wide expanse, run her hands all over it, find those hard male nipples and... whoa!&nbsp; Thoughts a little bit more pure, please, milady.<br><br>She stopped and turned to face him, and he turned himself.&nbsp; To her surprise, he was red in the face; even his chest was flushed.&nbsp; She had a better chance now to see those markings on his chest, which fascinated her.&nbsp; She wanted to touch and see if it was paint, or something else.&nbsp; Then he spoke, and only iron self control held her back from letting her jaw drop.&nbsp; He was a virgin?&nbsp; Oh, gods... she hoped that...well, obviously it wasn't going to be a deal-breaker, since they were wed, but she... was not.&nbsp; It wasn't like she'd had a ton of lovers, but women often took a brief lover when they started their cycles in order to teach them ways of pleasure.&nbsp; The royal family was of two minds of it... Kaiya knew for a fact that her sister had far more lovers in one week than she herself had ever had.&nbsp; Her whole one lover of three nights.<br><br>Kaiya moved forward and gently touched his chest.&nbsp; "I have been with a man... once.&nbsp; It is a custom for women to be initiated carefully when it is time.&nbsp; I know very little, truthfully.&nbsp; Shall we learn together?"&nbsp; She stepped closer, letting her hand drift up his muscles to the marking.&nbsp; "This is beautiful.&nbsp; How was it done?" she asked.&nbsp; She hoped a little light conversation would settle both their nerves, because she was certainly nervous!<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-05-2014, 13:52:59</strong>
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				If ti would have been possible for him to physically melt he would have. He had really not heard her voice until that moment and listening to her was somehow like music. As she spoke he wondered what she would sound like singing and then all rational though vanished from his mind. She reached out to touch him and where her fingers moved on his skin there was a trail of fire behind them. He had never felt anything like it before and the sensation made his legs feel weak. <br><br>She stepped closer to him then and the sell of her washed over him as well. She was overloading all of his senses and he found himself struggling to breathe slightly. Heart thundering in his chest he caught her question and cleared his throat. It was something else to focus on. Something he knew. Something that maybe would allow him to regain control because right now his body was showing that it enjoyed her touch in a very evident way. <br><br>"<em>YatoYehn</em>" he whispered in response to behind with and then his voice strengthened as he spoke "Many years ago my clan found that the change when reaching adulthood could be permanent. Shifting and then staying in the form was a problem and these ferals would never return. In order to show our control we change and then wander for a full moon cycle. At the end we return to show that we are in control. We are then marked by a shaman so that should we be found while changed we can be marked as a member of the tribe and not as a feral. When we shift the magic in the ink keeps with us and is visible under the fur"<br><br>He reached up then and took her hand. Moving it slowly to his shoulder he placed it on the markings. "Each of the stripes has meaning" he tells her as he moved her fingers on the marks letting her feel each one. "The first means that I have shifted and changed back" he moved her hand to trace down that mark and then to the next one "The second means that I have made a kill while changed." Opening her hand no he pressed her palm to the middle mark "The third means that I have fought with my tribe as my other in battle" Stepping up closer her took her hand then to feel the indent the fourth mark made on his skin "The fourth signifies that I can change when and where I chose. It is an act of will for me" Swallowing then he moved now to the last one. The longest of the marks and the one that trailed down and close to his heart. Swallowing he whispered softer now that her fingers were moving back across his chest. <br><br>"The last mark, <em>laoch</em>, marks me as a champion. I can shift into a form between the two. I can merge both halves of myself into something new. My clan warriors that can do this are few and far between and this mark bears great honor for my family. Not many of the royal bloodline have been able to accomplish this" He looked down now and instead of at her hand he moved to her gaze at her eyes and found himself lost. Her hand was still in his and his fingers moved on it slowly. She was so very soft and warm. He opened his mouth to say something more and then he shook his head. <br><br>Seeming to compose himself he looked at her and then leaned closer "I want you to stay with me tonight, but if you are not wanting or unwilling we need not act on the orders of our fathers. I will respect and honor whatever you decide to do" He was giving her a way out. No one should have the first time they are with someone be forced upon them. He hoped as he clutched at her hand that she was feeling even a fraction of what he was and wanted to stay, but he would not force her. He wanted her to stay because she wanted him and not because of some tradition. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-05-2014, 18:31:22</strong>
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				When Kaiya had stepped closer to him, she hadn't expected to feel like she was standing next to a furnace.&nbsp; The warmth from his body wrapped around her, making her feel as if they were in a steam bath.&nbsp; She swayed slightly as he took her hand in his; that big hand holding her smaller one.&nbsp; It gave her chills despite the warmth, chills of pleasure.<br><br>She was surprised when he started describing the markings, what they meant, but she had asked about them.&nbsp; No, the real surprise was when he took her hand, and stroked it over each marking.&nbsp; His skin was so warm, so wonderful under her touch.&nbsp; Oh, this was not going to be a difficult joining, she thought with a faint smile.<br><br>But when they got to the mark that moved more across his chest, that champion mark, the fingers of her free hand curled as she restrained herself from reaching up and grabbing him.&nbsp; That might be a bit unnerving, really.&nbsp; Then he left her hand when he stopped explaining the markings, and instead stroked her fingers slowly.&nbsp; She crushed the whimper of desire that tried to escape... only to hear his next words.<br><br><em>"I want you to stay with me tonight, but if you are not wanting or unwilling we need not act on the orders of our fathers. I will respect and honor whatever you decide to do."</em><br><br>"Oh, gods... Varion..."&nbsp; Shaking her head a bit, she surrendered to what she most wanted to do.&nbsp; Bringing her other hand up to his chest, she slowly slid it up to his neck, then slipped her 'captured' hand free of his touch, letting that hand explore as well.&nbsp; With a sexy little smile, she pressed her mouth against that last champion mark, then trailed kisses from there to just over his heart.&nbsp; She looked up then, eyes heavy-lidded and breath coming faster.&nbsp; "I very much do want to stay.&nbsp; Not because they arranged this marriage.&nbsp; But because it's you."&nbsp; She lifted on her toes then, her hands snaking to the back of his head.&nbsp; She pulled him down to catch his mouth in a passionate kiss, craving his touch already.&nbsp; He was so much better than she'd thought he would be!
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-05-2014, 19:30:47</strong>
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				The shiver that went through him when she pressed her lips to his chest nearly made his legs collapse. His own arousal that was already evident throbbed when he felt that and her hands were like bellows to the fire. When she came up to him he was already on her way down to meet her. Earlier when their lips had met he had felt the urge to press deeper and to explore the amazing feeling that he had never felt before. Now there was no crowd, no priest, and no family to stop him. Opening his mouth he kissed her as his arms came around her to pull her closer to him. This felt so amazing that his body with instinct pushed his hips to her and a deep sound resounded in his chest. <br><br>What was strange for him was this sensation. He had kissed women before, but it was do different with her. The girls that had kissed him before had been giggling or trying to earn themselves a spot in the royal house. It was a game or something that they did looking for an angle. This was different. Kaiya did not have any reason to give herself to him. They could never touch except in public again and no one would truly care. She wanted him and for the first time in his life he wanted her.<br><br>The kiss kept on and on each of them still eagerly exploring the other. Varion had waited his whole life though and so he wanted more. He reached down and with a very simple sweep he lifted her up and into his arms. Still kissing though he did not want to move away from her lips. He carried her to the large bed and laid her down on it. His lips finally separated form hers and he looked down. Her eyes were powerful and he looked into them unable to turn his head away. <br><br>"Kaiya" he whispered realizing it was the first time he had said her name. "Do I" he paused then and the flush returned before he then swallowed and asked her "What do I do now?" <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>08-05-2014, 06:12:01</strong>
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				She felt him shiver, then his mouth met hers, open and seeking.&nbsp; She matched it, letting their tongues duel eagerly, seeking each other out in passionate delight.&nbsp; When his arms wrapped about her and brought her closer, she couldn't help but release a soft moan as she felt his arousal pressing against her lower body.&nbsp; She shifted against him, rubbing him with her hips to encourage him.<br><br>Kaiya had had one lover before, so she technically had plenty of experience to draw from compared to Varion.&nbsp; But right now all she could think of was the fact that it had never felt like this emotionally for her before.&nbsp; She hadn't been invested in her initiator; young women just didn't.&nbsp; Those men were there to teach them pleasure their first time, so a young girl didn't suffer.&nbsp; She could have gone on to have more lovers; chastity was not a requirement.&nbsp; But Kaiya's own innate desires held her apart from that.&nbsp; She was glad she had!<br><br>She gasped against his mouth when he scooped her up, and she twisted so the kiss kept going.&nbsp; When he finally lay her on the bed, she relaxed, looking up at him with a tender smile on her face.&nbsp; When he asked her, red-faced, what he did now, she felt her heart shift a bit.&nbsp; He wanted only to please her, it seemed.&nbsp; <br><br>She sat up, and with a soft inhale of breath, she twisted to slip her robe off, tossing it away.&nbsp; Then she lowered the gown's straps, tiny things on her shoulders, and bravely let the fabric slide to her waist, leaving lush breasts bare, with dark strawberry nipples hard with desire and excitement.&nbsp; "Come here, Varion," she murmured gently, reaching out for his hand.&nbsp; She drew it to her shoulder and lay his hand flat against her collarbone, so that it was flattened above her heart, not quite touching her breast.&nbsp; "What would you like to do?"<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>08-05-2014, 13:46:21</strong>
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				Twelve years with soldiers taught a young man quite a bit about sex. He had seen the camp girls and realized what they were for when he was very young. Some of the more seasoned veterans stayed away from them, but others it seemed relished the idea of laying with them. The first commander Varion had been assigned to had told him the advice he had continued to follow. One night when the men were celebrating he saw the young prince taking note of how the men were enjoying the company of the girls from the small village they were camped near. Shaking his head he had taken a drink and then offered the bottle to his young page. "Save it for your bride" the old man had told him and then retied to his tent. His own wife had died many years before and even still the old man never shared his bed. Varion considered that for a long moment and then decided to follow in the old man's footsteps. <br><br>Tonight thought he was with his bride and he wanted her to never forget the night. <br><br>With his hand close enough to feel her heartbeat he listened to her and seemed to freeze for a moment with indecision, but then he began to act. His mouth moved again to kiss her lips, but only for a moment before trailing off to the side of her face and then to the soft and sweet smelling area of her neck. The scent was intoxicating and he breathed deeply as he nibbled on the creamy skin. His hand over her heart trailed down now to run along her bare side and then slowly back up. <br><br>Opening his palm he captured her breast in his hand and his breath caught against her skin. His fingers spread and slid along her skin her hard nipple between his outstretched digits. He slid it up until the little bud was caught there and then he gently pinched down feeling the hard flesh. His own hips responded to this as well pressing down against her on the bed. The cloth of his pants doing nothing to hide the raging erection that he was pushing against her. <br><br>A more primal side of his mind began to quickly take over the civilized portion. A growl resounded from him as his lips found her collarbone and kissed softly. The trail his mouth was leaving on her skin was damp form his kisses and tongue, but pink from the pressure of the small bites and nips of her skin. Now it had found it's way down to the top of her breast. While his hand explored one his mouth found the other and began to sample all of it. first the soft upper flesh and showing some impatience it quickly surrounded her nipple and sucked greedily. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>08-05-2014, 18:15:26</strong>
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				And here she thought she had experience, realized Kaiya hazily.&nbsp; There was nothing like having someone who wanted you touch you instead of someone who essentially was paid to in a way.&nbsp; Her initiator had been very good but it was his job.&nbsp; This... this was pure wanting.&nbsp; It brought things to a whole new level of expectation and desire.<br><br>His mouth found hers again, and the sweetness of it only increased as he trailed across her cheek and then down her neck, making her shiver in delight.&nbsp; When his hand began stroking lightly up and down her side, his hands on her bare flesh, she moaned softly arching towards him in eagerness for more.&nbsp; She got it; his hand moved to take her breast, and she let loose a cry at the sudden feel of his hand on her sensitive flesh.&nbsp; She could even feel the catch of his breath against her.<br><br>He teased her tight nipple lightly, sliding past it then catching it in his fingers, the light pinch causing her arousal to kick to a new level.&nbsp; She felt herself grow wet between her legs, and she shifted her hips in need.&nbsp; Not that his hips pressing against her eased that need, oh no.&nbsp; Her own hands needed to do something now.&nbsp; One moved to stroke his upper back, while the other then sliding around to stroke his buttock.stroked his hip and thigh.<br><br>Kaiya opened her mouth to say something, but at that moment he growled, his mouth laving her collarbone, leaving damp traces on her skin which rose with gooseflesh as the cooler air struck her wet skin.&nbsp; She felt the light little nips, and held her breath lightly as he traveled.&nbsp; His han still held one of her breasts, but the other... it was now being bathed with his tongue.&nbsp; Then he latched on to her nipple, sucking hungrily.&nbsp; She arched up with a sharp cry, both hands moving to tangle in his hair, holding him close.<br><br>Gods, this had never felt that good when Auberch had taught her!&nbsp; Kaiya was awash in pleasure; he might not have done this before, but he had great instincts.&nbsp; He was pleasing her so much!&nbsp; Her hips twisted against his as she moaned with passion.&nbsp; "That feels so good... yes..." she hissed, encouraging him.&nbsp; They were learning together, at this point.&nbsp; After the required initiation, she'd been celibate, so it was almost like being a virgin again.&nbsp; One of her legs went to slide against his, and that brought up the fact that she still had the gown on, and she gave a little growl as she realized it.&nbsp; She wanted that gone, for them to be skin to skin, by the gods!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>08-05-2014, 20:24:54</strong>
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				The sounds she was making were making him lose control. The primal beastly side of him was struggling with these new sensations and he could feel it itching in the side of his mind. He had been taught to control it in battle and everyday, but this was starting to overload him. He was now understanding why his people were so private with intimacy. It could bring out a side of him that he did not want everyone to see and now he was afraid that he was going to shift on his new bride. It was that thought in his mind that caused him to slowly release her nipple from his mouth. <br><br>Backing up slowly he was shaking as he pushed himself up. He was looking down at her and panting hard. There was something in the air, a scent, and it was driving him crazy. Closing his eyes for a moemnt he stood up off of her and beside the bed. Reaching for the leather that held his pants on he undid it with fumbling fingers and stripped them off. She was a vision in front him and he stood there for a moment and shook. Remembering to breathe he finally let out a noise that was his other side clearly voicing its pleasure with their new mate. <br><br>Once the growl was done he panted and raised his eyes to look at her. "I can't wait" he told her with an edge to his voice that had not yet come out with her. "Please Kaiya" he said as he moved closer to her again. Naked in the faint light of the candles in of the room he reached out to her and pulled her closer and up to him. "Please" he whispered again and started to try and remove her gown. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>09-05-2014, 06:03:31</strong>
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				She cried out when he moved away from her, but then stopped her complaint when he started to strip his breeches off.&nbsp; Oh, yessssss!&nbsp; He as fantastic!&nbsp; She was a bit hesitant, because Auberch was <em>not</em> that big, ad she'd been without... but then she doubted he'd just slam into her.&nbsp; He'd likely kill himself holding back.&nbsp; Not that she wanted that; she might look delicate, but she fought pirates and slavers.&nbsp; She was stronger than she looked.<br><br>When he growled, then pulled her up and against him, she hissed, arching her back and shoving her hips into his.&nbsp; When his hands went to her gown, she reached up and framed his face in her hands.&nbsp; "Just rip it," she growled.&nbsp; She didn't care if the damn thing had been expensive; she wanted it gone without delay.<br><br>She hoped to encourage him a little, and reached between then and took his erection in her hand, stroking him slowly from root to tip, and licking her lips.&nbsp; Gods, she couldn't wait to taste him.&nbsp; Later, of course, when the primary urgency had faded some.&nbsp; But she would give him that pleasure, and teach him how to give the same to her.&nbsp; Kaiya swore it.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>09-05-2014, 14:20:10</strong>
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				When he heard her soft order there was no hesitation. His large hands bunched the fabric in his grip and then with a flex he ripped the fabric away from body. It was a flimsy light material, but it could have been plate armor at that point and not stood a chance against him. Tossing the shreds away he nearly buckled legs when she grabbed him and let her hand stroke. It was the first time any hand but his own had done that and the feeling was sensational. He stood and his body shivered for a moment his eyes closed to enjoy it. Her hand was so soft and cool compared to the heat his throbbing member was giving off. A shaking breath later his eyes opened and he took her in. <br><br>Candlelight danced across her skin and he should have taken time to appreciate it fully. The light and shadows accentuated her curves more now that the billowing fabric was off her. Her hair was tousled from laying on the bed and he could hear her heartbeat because it was pounding so loudly. She was a sight to behold and he could have taken more time to appreciate it, but then he met her eyes. That fire that was in them earlier was there still, but now it was more. Now it matched a need and desire that he was certain clearly showed in his. It could only have been a second that she and he stood there naked and eyes locked, but it was to long for that primal side of his brain. <br><br>Suddenly he was back on her. His body moved pinning hers to the bed under his own larger ne. His hands roamed along her sides touching and gripping where they could. His mouth was again on her neck finding that delicate skin most tasty ans he sucked and nipped the flesh there. His legs moved between hers and he slid up them slowly. When he felt the heated tip of his dribbling cock brush against her sex he groaned loudly and then he pushed his hips forward. He did not enter her with the clumsy attempt and this time he just pressed down and slid his length along the lips of her sex the sensation causing him shiver and pump his hips more. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>09-05-2014, 18:20:18</strong>
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				She almost couldn't believe he'd actually ripped it, but then, she'd told him to, and he was a good listener, apparently.&nbsp; She loved that he took pleasure from her hand stroking him; she could see the trembling and how his eyes closed.&nbsp; Gods yes, this was going to be fierce, and she was going to love it.&nbsp; She hadn't wanted anything this much since she had gotten her new sword, and Varion was a lot better than a sword!<br><br>Their eyes met for a moment, and she could see the same need and passion burning in him that was in her.&nbsp; She wanted to admire that spectacular naked form, but suddenly she was on her back with him on top of her, his hands and mouth roaming.&nbsp; She hissed in delight, chanting agreement, even as her hands roamed his back with greediness.<br><br>When his legs moved between hers she tensed slightly, but not in fear.&nbsp; Oh, there were still some nerves, since she was so close to being a virgin in ways.&nbsp; She hadn't had sex in years, after all.&nbsp; But Kaiya was more expectant of what it was going to feel like with that incredible cock sliding in and out.... oh damn!&nbsp; He wasn't going... oh, who the hell cared.&nbsp; That teasing along the lips of her sex was enough to make her arch her back and cry out, her legs moving to stroke restlessly against his.&nbsp; <br><br>"Oh yes... please... I want you so much..." she whispered into his ear, nipping then suckling the lobe of it, hands moving to his buttocks to try and shove him in.&nbsp; It crossed her mind he might need her to guide him, but it took a moment for that to actually process.&nbsp; She was awash in fantastic sensations she didn't want to surrender.&nbsp; Not for a moment.&nbsp; If only they could stay like this forever!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>11-05-2014, 00:51:56</strong>
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				This was a moment he would recall forever. She was his. Despite how much he honored and respected her there was this moment in which she was his. In his ind he would have one. His Father had only been with and chosen his mother. He had always respected and honored that his Father had never taken another. He had vowed when his time came it would be that way for him. Now this moment was the one he had waited for his entire life. <br><br>Pulling his hips back he felt her raise up. The angle was right and then when his hips eased forward this time the head of his cock parted her sex and pushed inside. He kept lowering himself down onto her until he was fully buried and pushed against her. Buried inside he held himself there exhaling and looking down. His eyes seeking out hers as he held as steady as he could. He waited for a long breath like that. He savored that moment of being one with her. <br><br>Then he moved and his body let loose with a sound of pleasure. Soon his hips began to pump in a faster and more passionate manner. He was not pounding, but he was working in and out of her. Pushing down closer he pushed himself against her and growled. His thrusts suddenly became more demanding, more primal, and his grip on her body became more demanding as the primal side of him won out and he took her. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>11-05-2014, 08:53:18</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh," she moaned as he entered her, slowly, feeding himself gently into her.&nbsp; When he paused, looking deep into her eyes, she returned the look, and touched his cheek gently with her fingertips.&nbsp; Then he drew back, and began sliding in and out.&nbsp; He certainly filled her well, and while she felt full, she wasn't in pain.&nbsp; She was so glad for two reasons; she wanted to be able to go again later, and she didn't want him wounded thinking he'd hurt her.&nbsp; That would just break her heart, she thought hazily.<br><br>When he picked up speed, she undulated under him, twisting to get the most pleasure and to give it to him as well.&nbsp; Her nails scratched his back lightly, not breaking skin, but letting him feel their presence.&nbsp; Mewls of pleasure and passion escaped her, as well as hisses when he hit the right spot to cause her to buck under him.&nbsp; The need was growing ore and more savage, and she wanted him desperately to find pleasure.&nbsp; "More, Varion, more!" she cried.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>11-05-2014, 16:09:49</strong>
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				The oddest sensation went through his body. Feeling her nails running around the skin of his back was intoxicating. He had never felt pain that mingled with pleasure inside of his brain before. The feeling of her body gripping and pulling on him with every thrust was sending him into new areas of pleasure he had never considered. Varion had only ever used his hand on himself and now he knew it would never happen again. <br><br>If her body and her nails were the succulent meal then her sounds were the dessert. Every moan, groan, and whimper that came from her had his body reacting. A mewl of pleasure would mae his cock jump inside of her and his body hum with sensation. When her voice beckoned him for more he gladly obliged. <br><br>Young and powerful his body responded. Thick hands grabbed her wrists now and pinned them down to the soft bed. Sweat poured form him dripping onto her and his primal need took over. His hips became a blur and he slammed down harder then before into her. Hard and fast he was claiming her and giving her exactly what she asked him for. Then he felt it. The familiar tingling of his body giving in to the tight and wet feeling surrounding him. With no warning the first eruption of his cock exploded inside of her, but he did not stop. Hips still pounding down and into her he came down to her neck and without any rational thought he bit the soft flesh. Now he pushed deep into her body and came over and over while a growl was muffled by his mouth on her delicate skin. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>11-05-2014, 18:10:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya hadn't expected the reaction she got from him.&nbsp; Not that she was complaining about it; oh no!&nbsp; He shifted, grabbing her wrists and pinning them down, which gave her a delightfully trapped feeling.&nbsp; She writhed under him like a cat as his movements got faster, harder, far more primal than before.... and she reveled in it.&nbsp; She might be astonished when her brain worked again, but her body was telling her we want this a LOT.<br><br>She felt so very close now... right on the edge... then he exploded inside her and she flew right over it, convulsing under him and around him.&nbsp; Her muscles spasmed, and her inner muscles flexed powerfully, milking him as hard as possible.&nbsp; The pleasure was so intense she screamed from it, eyes rolling back, though she didn't pass out.&nbsp; No, her nails dug in hard to the bedding, scrabbling at the sheets in desperation.&nbsp; And he didn't stop... he kept going, leaving her panting and half sobbing with lack of breath and rising pleasure again.&nbsp; If this was what it would be like every night, she might well be giving him an heir shortly, if she didn't prevent it.&nbsp; At this point, she wasn't positive she would remember.&nbsp; <br><br>When his mouth found her neck, she arched to give him better access.&nbsp; When he bit her... not to draw blood, but perhaps to mark her as his... she cried out and turned her head, seeking his arm holding her hand down, to bite that.&nbsp; Again, not seeing to draw blood, ut her hands weren't free to do what she was wanting, which was to pull him close and bite his neck as well... claw his back... something!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>11-05-2014, 23:26:17</strong>
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				A final shudder marked his collapse onto her heaving body. Mouth falling away from her neck he panted heavily as he lay with his sweating body on top of hers. Slowly his grip on her wrists relaxed and he could not hold her down any longer. His forearm burned where she had him and he knew that she felt that same burn on her neck. He could not recall a feeling like this and he felt like he was floating. Laying there for a moment to collect himself he still pulsed inside of her and then slowly he withdrew and moved falling to lay beside her on the bed. <br><br>Eyes closed he lay there not speaking in the faint candlelight. A soft warm southern breeze blew the curtains around from the open doors to the balcony. Blinking slightly he suddenly realized that perhaps half the castle had heard them, but then again the party was still going on down in the courtyard. Hopefully it drowned out the sound of the young lovers calling out to each other. <br><br>Slowly he rolled to his side to look at the naked flesh of his bride beside him. She glowed in the light of the candles tinging her skin to a orange and red and he reached out a hand to slowly trace his fingers across the bare skin of her breasts. Breathing slowly he then whispered to her gently with a smile "I imagine that now it is truly official in the eyes of the gods" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>12-05-2014, 06:07:07</strong>
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				Kaiya gladly took his weight while she struggled to regain her breath.&nbsp; It wasn't that he was squishing her; it was that she had gone so high and so wild that she couldn't seem to come back down from the ride.&nbsp; Finally he slid to the side, out of her, and she had an instant where she wanted to deny him that.&nbsp; But they were both exhausted as it was.&nbsp; He was breathing as hard as she was, though his chest was flatter than hers.&nbsp; For some reason, that seemed faintly important.<br><br>Then he turned to her and lightly traced her breasts with gentle fingertips.&nbsp; When he mentioned that their marriage was now official in the eyes of the gods, she smiled.&nbsp; "And in the ears of the priests, likely, not that I care.&nbsp; I loved it; you were wonderful."&nbsp; She leaned over and snagged the back of his head, pulling him down for a sweet, tender kiss, then pulling back.&nbsp; "I would never have known you hadn't done this before."<br><br>She snuggled closer, pressing up against him, sighing happily.&nbsp; Then a thought crossed her mid, and she looked at him with a question in her eyes.&nbsp; "It's... not always the custom for a wedded couple to share a bed every night; some prefer different rooms in the suites.&nbsp; Which would you prefer?"&nbsp; She bit her lip a bit, hoping he'd say together.&nbsp; She had quickly changed her mind on that aspect; before she had wanted apart.&nbsp; Now, she wanted to be with him every night.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>12-05-2014, 14:13:39</strong>
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				After her kiss he had breathed a sigh of relief. The thought that he had done something wrong was worrying him, but with her statement and her lips she had made it clear that he had at least performed to her pleasure. Varion could at least tell his brother in the morning that he had not fumbled around and not been able to put it in like he had teased him was going to happen.<br><br>Blinking he shook his head at her question. The notion seemed ridiculous to him. In his kingdom not only did the couple share a bed there were times when it was so cold that the entire family sleep in the same room just for warmth. He had never experienced this with his own father, but he could recall the nurse snuggling up to him on cold nights in the castle and when he was older the dogs taking her place. Now he had a beautiful bride who was now asking if he wanted to be apart from her. "Never apart" he responded almost indignant. That thought was distressing to him and he shook his head. "I am sorry Lady, but I do not think I will like being separated from your side" <br><br>The music outside was finally dying down and the crowds beginning to disperse. Laying there with her in his arms he felt the weight of the day and the relaxation of being sexually sated all rushing in on him. His young body still wanted more by the fact that his manhood had refused to go limp, but he was so very comfortable and happy at that moment. The morning would come to quickly for either of them and it meant more pomp and ceremony, but at least this time he would be able to be himself. Tomorrow he was supposed to meet the army and pledge his life to his new kingdom. Looking at Kaiya he stroked her hair and wondered quietly to himself if she would be by his side for that. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>12-05-2014, 18:26:21</strong>
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				With his answer she heaved a sigh of relief.&nbsp; "I hoped you would say no.&nbsp; I had planned on it in the beginning... before I knew it was you," she admitted shyly.&nbsp; Kaiya was not the one with the silver tongue; in fact, she was often thought of as having a sharp a tongue as her sword.&nbsp; But while she couldn't gauge just how many changes being with Varion was going to make in her, she was willing to give them a try.<br><br>"Are you worried about tomorrow?&nbsp; Or does that seem easy after today?" she asked with a soft laugh.&nbsp; Her hand began stroking his chest, and she leaned over and pressed a little kiss to his collarbone.&nbsp; She should feel sleepy, she knew, and while her body was feeling quite satisfied, thank you very much, her mind was awake.&nbsp; And in the mood to tease him some, show him how to play.<br><br>Her mouth trailed down, delivering light fairy kisses down to his chest, where she brushed her lips over his nipple.&nbsp; She let her tongue flick out to lap at him, then she took the little nub in her mouth, her hand still stroking him, only now it had moved to his stomach.&nbsp; He had gotten to touch her; now it was her turn.&nbsp; She wanted to know every inch of the glorious body of her husband, that body that now belonged to her as hers did to him.&nbsp; "Mmmmm," she hummed in delight.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>12-05-2014, 20:50:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Snorting he shook his head and sighed. "Anything seems easy after today" he mumbled shaking his head "I am sorry if you were hoping for someone who enjoyed the pomp and flash of being royal, but I only tolerate it because it is expected. If I had my way I would fight and be done with the nonsense"&nbsp; He then paused a moment and sighed "Though it will be strange swearing my oath of allegiance to another, lord, nation, and people" <br><br>Closing his eyes he moaned softly when she began her light kisses. She was so soft and gentle compared to what he ahd known. His world was metal, stone and she was neither. Light and airy were the kisses and touch she laid down on him. He could not stop his body from arching up towards her touch and lips when she moved on him. His skin rose in small bumps across his muscles and a shiver when through him when he felt her lips on his sensitive flesh. <br><br>Licking his lips he tried to sit up, but only got so far as propping himself up on his elbows. Looking down at her he swallowed as she hummed in delight and his eyes closed. "Princess" he said with another shiver as he opened them. "Did I not to right? What should I be doing now?" he asked not sure what was expected of him past this point. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-05-2014, 06:18:32</strong>
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				"My sister is the heir... or her husband might be, I'm not sure.&nbsp; That, of course, assumes that there is someone in the world willing to put up with her at some point," she chuckled softly.&nbsp; "I'm a fighter, really; I know compared to most we aren't really soldiers, but we do raids, ambushes.&nbsp; I tend to fight pirates and slavers."&nbsp; She hated those particular 'professions'; they were just about human suffering at its worst.<br><br>Kaiya practically vibrated with pleasure as she purred with her lips against him.&nbsp; When he asked his questions, she looked up hurriedly.&nbsp; "You did nothing wrong, Varion.&nbsp; And my name is Kaiya.&nbsp; You don't have to call me princess.&nbsp; I'm your wife, remember?"&nbsp; She moved upwards to kiss his mouth softly, flicking her tongue lightly against his closed lips, then she backed off.&nbsp; "As for what you are to do... enjoy."&nbsp; Her smile was seductive yet wicked, and she turned her attention back to his body.<br><br>Her mouth moved down his body, slowly, and she paid more attention to his nipples this time around.&nbsp; She worked her way down further, slowly lavishing his body with kisses.&nbsp; When she got to his stomach, her hands had drifted down to his thighs, caressing them gently.&nbsp; She was very carefully avoiding his cock, until she kissed his hipbones.&nbsp; Then she looked up at him, eyes dark with desire, and slid one hand up to take his length in her hand.&nbsp; She then, still watching him, lowered her mouth to him and licked, slowly, from base to tip, giving her tongue a little flick at the top.&nbsp; "Are you enjoying?"<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>13-05-2014, 13:48:25</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Watching her Varion found he had words to say nothing. Quite possibly because he no longer had any higher brain functions. he wanted to ask her about her fighting. He wanted to know if she was going to continue now that they were married. He wanted to know if her kingdom had ever been ruled by a Queen like his had just a generation earlier. He knew so very little about her and this place and he needed to know more. <br><br>Not at that time though. <br><br>Falling back against the covers he felt his body shudder. His eyes would not close though as the sight of her moving her hands and mouth against him mesmerized him. Small sounds and groans came from him as she touched in places no hands had ever found on him before. His body was rigid and where her mouth moved there was a liquid warmth that spread through those places. Then when she grabbed his shaft he let out a groan. He loved the sensation and thought that maybe she would stroke him again. <br><br>Then it got better. A loud moan that came from deep inside of him came out slowly as he felt her tongue. So wet and hot against him that the feeling was something that caused his entire body to react and pulse. He felt his hips push up and after she asked her question he could only nod and then he fell back against the bed the pillows propping him up enough that he could look down to see her. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-05-2014, 18:30:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya made a thrumming little purr in the back of her throat, then proceeded to lick him delicately, all the way around.&nbsp; She nuzzled his balls gently with he nose, then lifted her head back up, a look of feline mischief mixing with her desire.&nbsp; "Let me know if this is okay for you," she said in a voice husky with need... then she slowly lowered her mouth over him, sliding his cock into its warm depths.<br><br>She knew enough not to choke herself on him, though sometime later she might try taking him farther.&nbsp; But for now... she lowered her head slowly, taking as much as she could, while keeping a hand stroking his base lazily.&nbsp; She only hoped he didn't find this a perversion, because she found she loved the taste of him.&nbsp; Technically them, she supposed, but it didn't matter.&nbsp; He felt so damn good in her mouth.<br><br>A little shift had her laying completely between his legs as she proceeded to pleasure him with her mouth.&nbsp; She started picking up a bit of speed, and her cat's eyes looked up at him, wanting to see if he was enjoying it.&nbsp; She doubted he'd hate it, but true enjoyment was something else.&nbsp; Her other hand still played with his balls, so he was getting attention from just about every angle.&nbsp; She wondered when he'd lose his patience and take her, or if he'd let her bring him to fulfillment.&nbsp; Either way worked for her!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 02:13:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				To say he was overwhelmed would have been an understatement. He had heard about this in camp and seen the men mimic the act to tease each other. As he grew up he came to wonder more about the act because of the crass nature the men told each other to do it. They seemed to throw it around like it was no big deal and so Varion had never given the act itself much thought. What kind of a fool had he been? <br><br>He would have been more then content to lay back letting her continue her pleasuring of him. Actually had the choice been entirely his then he would not have thought twice about letting the incredibly sexy woman use that warm wet tongue of hers on him. Her mouth was like dipping himself into a soft warm wet heaven and he did not want it to stop for even the blink of an eye. Ironically the very thought about her eyes was what would prove to be his undoing. <br><br>Looking down he was watching his member vanish past her red lips and into her mouth when her eyes flicked up to his. Magic was behind them and he was entranced again like the first time he had seen them. The growl was low and slow that started and his hands clenched as he held the sheets. That animal inside of his was not content to lay back and let the sweet and amazing talents of his new bride work him into a puddle of pleasure. It wanted to claim, to control, to mark, to own. The growl ended in a roar and he suddenly moved. <br><br>Hips sliding back he moved out of her mouth and then slid quickly across the bed. This time he moved up behind her. His body lay down across her and his cock wet with her saliva rubbed against that perfect cheek of her ass. Not content to sit and wait his large hands moved to her hips as he sat up to his knees. His grip tightened to pull her up to her knees and match him and then he was moving again. Slick with saliva and her body still a mingle of their earlier fluids it was not difficult for him to slide quickly inside of her and then with a thrust of his hips bury himself into the tight depths of her body again. <br><br>Once there he kept his grip with one hand and then his other reached out to the middle of her back and dragged his nails down along her skin. He looked at the red welts that he left behind for only a second before he began to slide back and forth starting to fuck his bride. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 02:28:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya met his eyes and saw his pleasure in them, and was excited by that.&nbsp; She pleased him!&nbsp; Then she both heard and felt that growl rumble in his chest as his hands fisted the sheets hard.&nbsp; She was surprised they didn't shred entirely from the force of the grip.&nbsp; She remembered the feel of those hands on her body, and she smiled.<br><br>Her smile turned into a gasp of surprise as he suddenly roared, not merely growled.&nbsp; In a move so fast she was surprised at it, he pulled himself away and she cried out in shock.&nbsp; He moved to get behind her, stroking his cock between her ass-cheeks, and she moaned raggedly.&nbsp; Then she was hauled to her knees, her upper body flat still, and she managed to turn her face so she wouldn't suffocate.&nbsp; He pulled her back and slid home with a powerful thrust.<br><br>She felt his nails score the skin of her back and she yowled, having no choice but to submit.. not that she was hating it!&nbsp; They were perfectly matched in their hunger for each other, and Kaiya reveled in Varion's passionate assault.&nbsp; "God yes!" she gasped out, barely drawing the breath to talk.&nbsp; This spoke to her primal core, the feral side.&nbsp; She felt the beast wanting to break free, and she let her fingernails lengthen some, ripping the sheets.&nbsp; They'd get more sheets later.&nbsp; Right now... she wanted to kiss off everything on the schedule for the day.&nbsp; It was her wedding celebration, after all!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 02:45:47</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion was neither skilled nor much in the mood to worry about how he was doing. His thrusts were clumsy at first until he found a rhythm to move with her. Being so inexperienced there was even a&nbsp; couple of times he drew back so far that he slid out of her warm cunt and those were the moments that frustrated him the most. When he was not in the tight grip of her sheath he felt cold and wrong. His hand gripping his shaft so he could push it back in all the faster. Those were the rarities though. After a few moments he gripped her hip hard with his hand and found himself moving with her. <br><br>Fucking her slowly at first he quickly worked up until his hips were slapping hard into her from behind. this new position gave him more control over how to move and how he could respond and he found himself reveling in the sensation. The most beautiful creature was gripping and milking his cock with wild abandon and the thought did nothing but make him want her more. When she called out it made him even more confident and his young body felt itself flexing and wanting to impress her. Then he heard the sheets rip and he looked down to see her claws extend. <br><br>His primal side tried to break loose. <br><br>A roar came from him that resounded in the room echoing off the stone walls of the chamber. Teeth lengthened in his mouth and the large canines began to lengthen. Shuddering he felt himself snort and then roar again as his hands thickened. He was not wanting to change, but his bestial side was wanting to fuck her. He did not want to let it out and so he picked up the pace even more and leaned back putting a hand behind him so that his cock rubbed more along the inside of her tight sex. He was trying to create more friction and to mark his bride even more with his scent. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 03:05:51</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She didn't mind the clumsiness.. she wasn't that far removed from virginity herself, anyway.&nbsp; But oh, when he found that rhythm, she could pass out from joy.&nbsp; He slipped out a couple times, and she whined in protest until he drilled back in, and then the cries of joy were obvious.&nbsp; He was able to pick up speed then, and just slammed into her over and over, and she kept letting loose little yowls and growls and shrieks of delight.&nbsp; Her hips didn't really move much; he held her too strongly for that.&nbsp; So she used her inner muscles to flex around him, milking him.<br><br>When he noticed the sheets were ripped from her claws, he roared, and she couldn't help but respond with her own roar.&nbsp; A feline roar of passion.&nbsp; She tried so very hard to keep that side under control... if they let loose that way, she wanted it outside where it would be a bit... well, safer.&nbsp; His grip tightened on her hip, and then he leaned back some, bracing on the other hand, and the way he moved inside her...<br><br>She came hard, actually bucking against him some now, because her climax was so damn strong.&nbsp; Her teeth grew to fangs, and she bit down on the pillow, shaking it a bit as her head shifted.&nbsp; Kaiya couldn't help but scream into the pillow, which was muffled well by her bite.&nbsp; Finally the only way she was still on her knees was because he was holding her up and still driving in.&nbsp; Not that she minded!&nbsp; She was loving every second, even as exhausted as she was.&nbsp; She loved this so much, and her body was agreeing passionately.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 03:29:31</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				That was the death knell. Her body convulsing around him and gripping him harder then before would have been just the thing to make him cum again had he not already so recently. Due to the sex being so close together he was able to resist this time. It did make him start to pound her even harder then before though. He was still railing and making her body shake with every thrust when she bit the pillow and and screamed. That was it. <br><br>The sound of her muffled and crying out in pleasure sent him over the edge fast. He would have roared, he would have dug in harder, and if he had the strength he would have pushed her down. As it was he felt his body shudder as he came his cock twitching inside of her again. He shivered and a low sound came form him before falling forward he collapsed on top of her panting. Body covered in sweat he lay there on top of her just breathing and struggling to find the breath that was gone from him. <br><br>The fangs withdrew and his hands returned slowly to the proper size. The beast within was again sedated and he let himself lay there his warm body on top of hers. Then his eyes grew heavy as he finally managed to push himself up enough to roll off of her and over to the side. He was still and silent for a time and then with a short and almost breathless whisper he sighed. <br><br>"Wow" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 03:47:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"Wow, indeed," she breathed.&nbsp; She was still on her stomach, her face turned away from him at the moment.&nbsp; She gathered what little strength she had... since her bones seemed to have melted away... and flipped to her side.&nbsp; She then scooted closer, draping an arm over his chest so that her hand rested right above his heart, which was beating hard.&nbsp; "I have never experienced anything like that before.&nbsp; It was wonderful, Varion.&nbsp; Just... incredible."&nbsp; She pressed a kiss to his chest, since she didn't have the energy to lift up and seek his mouth.<br><br>"I'm glad you were enjoying what I did before.&nbsp; I wasn't sure if you were going to like it.&nbsp; I wasn't expecting to do it... until i met you."&nbsp; She wouldn't have done that for just anyone, really.&nbsp; Varion though seemed to get her.&nbsp; At least he was a warrior like her, and not some pompous court leech.&nbsp; She suddenly wondered what his expectations for the night had been.&nbsp; She doubted he was complaining, though; a night of very passionate sex?&nbsp; Who would object to that?&nbsp; She certainly was not!<br><br>"Did you have anything in mind for after the ceremony later?&nbsp; Go riding, maybe?"&nbsp; Like she needed another big beast between her legs, she thought with a wicked inner snicker.&nbsp; "Maybe I can show you my favorite places outside the city.&nbsp; Where I hunt, where I relax... some places are common, and others only I know of.&nbsp; Nice and private..." she trailed off with a suggestive lilt to her voice.&nbsp; A very clear indication for getting away from people and indulging.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 03:57:50</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Silently he lay there listening to her. When he felt his heart slow enough that he was able to he smiled and turned his head enough to look at her. The makeup from earlier had been smudged out of control and her hair was wild and matched the look in her eyes. He had never found someone to be mroe beautiful at that moment and he wanted to remember her. Slowly his hand reached out to stroke along her hair and smile wide. <br><br>"My princess" he muttered softly ignoring that he should use her name as she requested "I will do whatever will make you happy and whatever will get me alone with you" he told her. He knew he should spend tomorrow meeting the generals and soldiers he would be working with, but it was a week of celebration was it not? Shouldn't he be able to escape with his new bride as she showed him the country he was now supposed ot think of as home? Maybe that would not be so hard now that he considered how much she must love it here. If she could get him to see it through her eyes maybe he would learn to think of it as home also. <br><br>"Kaiya" he muttered in a very groggy and tired voice "I was terrified to marry you" he began and then he put his arm around her shoulders and drew her up to his chest. "Now I am happier then I can recall being"<br><br>Barely had the words left his lips when his chest breathed in deeply and his eyes closed. Sleep would no longer be denied as he passed out exhausted. <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 04:05:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She yawned merely at the sound of his voice being so tired.&nbsp; "You were not the only one," she murmured.&nbsp; She curled herself into him, pleased that he was trying to please her as well.&nbsp; She could tell her father to back off, wait.&nbsp; If she could even think the next day.&nbsp; They'd gone a good two intense rounds of lovemaking, and now that she was resting... she was realizing how tired she was as well.<br><br>She looked at him, feeling and hearing his breath even out as he slid into sleep, and she yawned again, delicately, like a cat.&nbsp; She snuggled close, then heaved a sigh and closed her eyes.&nbsp; It wasn't even a minute before she followed him into slumber.&nbsp; They would both sleep well that night!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 04:37:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The sun had barely crept around the tip of the east wall of the castle when he woke up. He had risen at dawn so much over the last few years there was little chance of him sleeping past it. Now as he opened his eyes he began to stretch and then froze a little instead. There was a very warm soft woman curled up against him. A sheet barely covered the two of them and he looked at her and felt himself smile. She was a creature of pure beauty and her face was soft and relaxed. He was about to lean down and kiss her when he heard the whistle. <br><br>"Yer brother never thought that you would actually do it" came a high pitched squeaky sounding voice from the foot of the bed. It was not loud, but soft and amused as it then continued "I will be 'appy to report though that this room reeks of fucking so much that most whorehouse workers would blush" <br><br>Sighing Varion slowly rolled his head to look down at the foot of the bed. A small woman with short cut hair sat on the chest at the foot of the bed. Her legs were folded under her and she was clad head to toe in soft dark leather. She had smatterings of dirt on her face and looked unkempt as though she had not bathed in weeks. It was deceiving though as he well knew that mouse kept her appearance up just to have this very thing happen. Shaking his head at the gray eyes of the intruder in he room he then whispered as quietly as he could "What the hell are you doing here?" <br><br>Putting her finger to her lips the woman then made a shushing noise. She then took her finger away and rolled her eyes "Please that girl could not sleep through this even though she got fucked into oblivion last night" she responded. Her accent was thick and from the mountains and she rolled to stand up off the box. Stretching her tone then became a bit more somber "Your Father is why I am here" she responded walking to the window and pointing out. "He is already at the stables and preparing to depart. Your brother is wit him and they sent me to fetch ya" <br><br>Varion blinked then sitting up and tilting his head. "I thought they intended to stay through the week for the celebration. Are they really heading home so quickly?" <br><br>mouse was quiet a moment and she cocked her head to the side. "Not long after three bells the King received a visitor. One of the Danguzi came and since he was bearing the King's own signet ring they led him straight to him" <br><br>"One of the wild elves?" the young prince asked as he raised up sliding from the bed and grabbing his breeches from the floor. As he struggled to put them on he asked "Why did it have father's ring?" <br><br>Shaking her head mouse turned to look at him. "No idea. All I know is they met in the King's room for a time and then the elf left. Yer father called me and had me rouse the guards that came wit and told me we were pulling out at first light" She then turned and nodded to Kaiya "After tat he went and met wit her Father and&nbsp; they met behind closed doors until a few minutes ago. After that I was told to fetch you and that we were leavin" <br><br>mouse looked out the window then and smiled. Varion shook his head "You could use the door" he told her as he reached for his shirt. <br><br>"Could. Not as fun" she said and then slid out the window falling form sight without a sound. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 04:50:46</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				There were whispers and mutters; if it was the maids she'd kill them.&nbsp; Slowly.&nbsp; She mumbled a bit, then rolled towards the source of the wonderful warmth she had had all night.&nbsp; Her hand moved out automatically, seeking her husband, but finding only bedding.&nbsp; She shifted again, as Kaiya struggled to waken after their exhausting night.<br><br>She heard his voice now, a quiet rumble, and another strange voice she'd never heard, and barely understood.&nbsp; She yawned as her eyes opened slowly, to see Varion putting on a shirt.&nbsp; "Where are you going?&nbsp; Come back to bed," she said sleepily, with a soft smile on her face.&nbsp; She was enjoying the view; he was a very well-endowed man in many ways, and he was all hers.&nbsp; Delicious.&nbsp; <br><br>Kaiya slowly sat up, running her fingers across her eyes to wipe the sleepiness from them, then pulling one hand through her tangled hair.&nbsp; She didn't bother covering herself; what was the point?&nbsp; They were wedded, and she liked his eyes on her.&nbsp; Noting that he was looking a bit serious, she asked in a quieter, more sober tone, "Is there something wrong?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 05:11:08</strong>
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				Watching the small girl fall out of the window he then shook his head. If mouse was telling the truth he was certain something was very wrong. A wild elf would have to travel half the continent to reach this city and there kind was not one to be seen in civilization like this. They stuck to the wilds and even avoided their evolved and sophisticated brethren. They preferred to live like wild creatures still in loose tribes. This one though had&nbsp; message so important it had made the journey and somehow it had his Father's ring before it got here. Either way something was not right and he needed to find out what. <br><br>Every thought fled his mind though as he looked over at the sight of his bride waking on the bed. Her movements were so sensual and soft. When the sheet fell away from her areveling the creamy and milky skin underneath he again felt his body respond with a soft groan of appreciation. Clutching his tunic he moved back to the bed and reached out his other hand. drawing her up he kissed her silencing her questions and claiming her with a gentle kiss that then turned into several before he pulled back. <br><br>"I have to go and see my Father and brother off. There is some urgent news and they are heading for home" Standing back up he pulled the shirt on quickly and then turned kicking some of the scattered metal armor as he did so. Clamoring for a chair he hastily sat down and pulled on his boots and then shook his head "Something is not right and I need to find out what is happening" Standing up he again crashed through the ceremonial armor and knelt on the bed and kissed her again. <br><br>Breaking off from this one he showed his reluctance to leave her and then he froze in the doorway. "And I am sorry" he said as he looked back over at her "I think mouse stole your gown" he said as he shut the door. Indeed the room showed no sign of the night clothes form last night leaving the young princess with nothing to wear out of the chamber. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 05:24:40</strong>
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				"You're leaving me?&nbsp; Varion..."&nbsp; Dammit.&nbsp; He'd better not be leaving her behind because she was a female.&nbsp; She was so going to be pissed if that was the case.&nbsp; Didn't he have anything in the room of his?&nbsp; Another tunic?&nbsp; She rose from the bed, then regarded the bed... and its coverings.&nbsp; She grabbed the sheet and wrapped it around her, hustling to her rooms to quickly bathe and dress.&nbsp; Smelling of very raunchy sex for important matters would not make her look good at all.<br><br>She pulled on her usual style of clothing; fitted pants, long tunic, vest, belt, and her favorite cuffed boots.&nbsp; Her hands flew quickly to braid her wet hair, and that was tied off in a leather strip.&nbsp; Makeup was not present; she might be a princess, but she was not a tiny flower.&nbsp; She was a warrior.&nbsp; Kaiya didn't wear her sword inside the palace, but it was not far away.&nbsp; She'd be able to get hands on it very quickly.&nbsp; Of course, she had no idea where she'd find her husband, or if she would... but she was going to haunt the halls until she did.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 14:00:50</strong>
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				"Why?" Varion had asked when he had finally reached the stables. His brother had intercepted him with a grin and after a light cajoling about his wedding night he had gotten around to apologizing for their hasty departure. mouse sat nearby already on a fresh looking horse. She had the nightgown tied around her like a sash and when Varion looked her way she raised it up and sniffed it. Wiggling her eyebrows she then spurred her mount heading out of the castle gate. Scout, spy, courier, and all around protector of the crown mouse was invaluable in every aspect. Most of all though was how much she protected Theron and despite them both denying it Varion had always felt that the two of them held great affection for each other. <br><br>"Varion" came a soft older voice from behind him. His father now strode into the stables dressed in his riding armor and gestured. "Come" he said and turned towards his mount. The King rode a horse on this occasion though both Varion and he preferred the large rams of their native land to the foul smelling beasts. His father must need speed now though as the horse was faster, but less sure footed and less useful in battle then the ram. Theron clapped his brother on the shoulder and winked before swinging up into the saddle and trotting over to check on the guardsmen. <br><br>Reaching the side of the horse Varion was drawn in close to hsi father and shook his head. "I do not understand" he whispered "A wild elf and now you are leaving the day after my wedding? I thought this was supposed to be a joining of the kingdoms" <br><br>Sighing his father turned to face his youngest son. He was not so much old as aged. Still able to fight in battle and carry a fierce scowl, but his face showed the lines of many years of heavy burdens. His eyes sought out his younger son and he found them just as he apologized. "I am sorry son. You know I have my scouts and the Danguzi have long helped us to protect our borders. They are very scared and sent a rider with an emergency warning to me. I have met with your new father in law and explained to him, but I fear we must return home to defend it" <br><br>"A horde?" Varion asked quickly. He knew it had been many years, but the timing was not right. Usually the rabble of orcs and goblins massed in the fall. That way they could raid after the harvest taking as much as they could form the storehouses along the way. This was summer and early summer at that. "I should" he began to try and tell his father about coming home with them when the old man raised his hand. <br><br>"You are a defender of this kingdom now. Your brother and I will attend to our home. You are here to prepare these people for invasion and you and I both know from the simple look around that they are truly not ready" his father sighed considering the work that would need to be done. "Thankfully they know it and with this new report they fear the coming as much as we do" The old man flexed and pulled himself up into the saddle. Looking down at his youngest he took a very sober look on his face and then shook his head. "This is not right Varion. The timing is wrong. It is to early in the seasons and the horde is to close to our borders without making a sound" Leaning down in the stirrups he called his closer and added "The Danguzi scout told me that this was not a horde. They marched in columns. Orcs, goblins, trolls, and men all together. They were organized with a supply train and riders in black that circulated among them giving orders. Archers, foot soldiers and even what looked like siege weapons being built" Shaking his head the fear was evident in his eyes "If what he saw is true this is not a horde it is an army" <br><br>Sitting up the King looked tired and worried and raised his head to the west, towards their home. Varion suddenly realized that for the first time in his life he would not be fighting to protect the rugged rocks and sloping green hills he knew. Instead it would be for a whole new land, a whole new people. Kaiya suddenly flashed into his mind and he looked up at his father. "I like her Father. We are a good match" he wanted him to know that despite the many fears Varion had on the trip that he was happy with what his father had forced him to do. <br><br>The old man stared at his son seeming to take him in and then leaned down again. "You are a champion of our people. Become a champion of theirs. Get them ready Varion" he apused a moment and his voice turned hard "This place can not fall. If so they could sweep through the land using it as a central base. The entire world might be in danger if this place fell. The defenses have to hold. You have to get them ready" Spurring his horse then he started towards the front of the stable. <br><br>Varion made a confused face as he watched his father go to leave and then called after him. "The horde can not reach here unless Tannerbrook falls" he shouted to him. The old man wheeled on his horse and stared at him. The look on his face was all the answer he needed and then he rode out into the morning sun. The guardsmen and his brother rode after their king and Varion watched them all go standing in place not moving for a moment. <br><br>For the first time in his life Varion knew that his father feared for the survial of their kingdom. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 19:35:35</strong>
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				Kaiya finally heard where her husband had been seen, and she headed there, slowing as she got closer to the stables.&nbsp; Would he be upset?&nbsp; Dammit, they were partners now.&nbsp; He had the right to share his concerns, and she had the right to ask about them.&nbsp; Besides... she just wanted to help in any way she could.&nbsp; He hadn't looked happy when he'd left the room earlier, and she was worried about him and what he'd find out.&nbsp; She wondered what on earth it was.&nbsp; Hopefully he'd share with her.<br><br>She got to the stables in time to see the visiting king lean down to speak to Varion, then turn and begin to head out on his horse.&nbsp; Varion called something after him... she missed most of it, but heard Tannerbrook in the comment.&nbsp; The king and his party rode off towards their home, while her husband stood, watching.&nbsp; She could almost feel the confusion in him from this distance.<br><br>Approaching quietly, she made certain to be a bit noisy so as not to completely surprise him.&nbsp; "Varion?&nbsp; Is everything all right?"&nbsp; She came up to him, circling to his front and looking up into his face with a concerned expression.&nbsp; A gentle hand came to touch his arm, her finger stroking the muscle soothingly.&nbsp; What on earth had happened to make him feel this way, look this way?&nbsp; And if her father knew... what did it have to do with her homeland as well?
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-05-2014, 20:36:07</strong>
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				For a long moment he young man stood there saying nothing. The bustle of the stables was milling around them. It seemed there was jousting this afternoon for the celebration and there were preparations to make. Swallowing Varion then slowly looked down to his bride and stared. Her touch was soft and gentle and for some reason her speech was soothing. He looked at what she was wearing and had to say he was happy not to see her in a frilly dress. Something about the way she looked now was appealing to him and he tried to remember what his father had said. <br><br><em>Get them ready.... </em><br><br>"We have work to do" he told her as he slipped his hand into hers. As they walked through the castle back to the room they had put him in he explained what his father had told him. The horde was coming and if the scouts were right it was no longer a mindless rabble. Once they opened the door to the chambers and he pulled her inside he waited until the portal was shut and they were alone before he turned to her. <br><br>"Father is afraid. He fears that Tannerbrook will fall. I saw it in his face" he whispered to her. Walking across the room he ignored the fact that the ceremonial armor had again been polished and was on the stand. Now it included a sword glistening gold in the light. Varion strode directly by it and instead kicked open a large trunk on the far side of the room. Without hesitation he began to strip and turned back to face her. <br><br>"We do not have time for that ride sadly" he told he tossed off his clothes and then picked up soft pair of leather breeches form the trunk and slid them on. They looked like normal soft dark brown leather, but there were these yellow cords holding it together instead of the usual brown. Reaching in he grabbed out some leggings that were thicker leather and had metal plates along them. This was not something worn for ceremony. The armor moved on him like a second skin and soon the boots were replaced with the ones with metal plates to guard the top of his foot and ankle.<br><br>Still bare chested he strode closer to her. "Theron told me that you are a fighter" he spoke plainly to her and then he stared into her eyes. He searched for that fire and was happy to find it again. Reaching for the armor stand he drew the ridiculous gold sword from its sheath and spun it around. It was poorly balanced and should it strike something solid would most likely shatter. <br><br>Pushing the pommel towards her he simply stated "I need you to show me what you can do" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 00:23:02</strong>
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				She was reeling in shock from his explanation.&nbsp; Horde?&nbsp; Well, not the horde, but an actual army that could plow through Tannerbrook?&nbsp; This couldn't be happening.&nbsp; "We hadn't heard a thing.... good gods.&nbsp; This was why we were married so quickly, isn't it?"&nbsp; She couldn't object at all now.&nbsp; To defend her home against those monsters... she'd have wed someone worse than Varion.&nbsp; Of course, she'd have done her best to get rid of him later, which she was not going to do with her husband now!<br><br>She watched him dress, and her mind was multitasking with that.&nbsp; One part was sorting through her warriors, thinking of the ones she'd have in charge.&nbsp; Different ways to defend the palace and the people.&nbsp; They were warriors, not soldiers!&nbsp; This was going to be very tricky indeed.&nbsp; <br><br>Another part of her mind was going over the countryside, the terrain, and considering how to use that for battle purposes.&nbsp; The different plants, bogs, animals in the jungles... the poisons some plants carried... all of those could and would be used.&nbsp; It might not be honorable to poison someone, but when it came to her people surviving or losing honor, she'd be honorless.<br><br>The last part was seriously appreciating Varion's strong, young body in a whole new way.&nbsp; Yes, there was lustful attention to it; she couldn't seem to get past that yet.&nbsp; Besides, he looked very good when he armored up.&nbsp; Why not admire the appearance?<br><br>Then he offered her that joke of a sword.&nbsp; "You want me to show you what I can do... with that?&nbsp; Ceremonial swords are... well, crap.&nbsp; I prefer good hard steel to goldplated garbage."&nbsp; She gestured at him, saying, "Come along."&nbsp; She led him out to her former rooms, where she got into a trunk and drew out a rather... interesting... collection.&nbsp; She had one belt on... she took that off and slipped another one on with small odd-looking disks settled in pockets.&nbsp; Then came arm-sheathes with throwing knives.&nbsp; A strap went over her shoulder, the scabbard of a sword attached to it and resting on her back.&nbsp; She then turned to him.&nbsp; "I can fight with a sword... but I'm a damn good archer, and I do very well with thrown weapons and up-close knife fighting.&nbsp; We can go to the training grounds for actual demonstrations, though.&nbsp; I'm not going to wave that silly sparkly thing about."&nbsp; Her contempt for show weapons was rather clear.&nbsp; If there was going to be a fight, she wanted the good stuff, not the stupid.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 00:42:13</strong>
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				The timid and uncertain boy had vanished now. Clad in his leather and metal leggings and boots he followed her with confidence to the smaller room. Cocking his head he looked at the collection of weapons and then nodded. "Demonstration enough for now" he told her as he stepped forward. His voice lowered lower and when he spoke it was quiet. Even though the volume was low his emotion and passion was clear. His hand reached out to the side of her face and he held her as he stared. <br><br>"I am going to end up fighting. It is who I am and what I will do. I will fight for your country as hard as I have ever fought for my own, but now there is something different. Before I fought with nothing to lose and it made me fierce. Now I am worried because I have something to lose. You look as though you can handle yourself and you move with a grace that most people would envy. I am more then certain you can handle yourself against the enemies you have faced" Swallowing then he whispered to her "but you have to believe me when I tell you that you have never faced and enemy like the horde. My people have fought them off for generations and if they are now organized then it is truly going to be hell. I want to know you will be safe and being where I am is going to put you in thick of battle more then once. I would have you chose and chose now because I do not wish for it to be something we change our minds on down the road" <br><br>Leaning closer he stared to her face wanting to meet her gaze. "By my side or fighting from the battlements I am certain you will fight to the end, but I need to know where you will be." Shaking his head then he added out of breath "and it can not be my choice. If you fight by my side you will face odds and enemies you can not fathom. So that fight has to be your choice" <br><br>Waiting then he slowly let his hand fall away and stood watching her. The ceremonial garbage in his hand as he gripped it for something to hold on to. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 01:04:03</strong>
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				She leaned her face into his hand the moment he touched her, because it seemed to steady them both.&nbsp; His voice was quiet but intense as he told her of this horde, and how dangerous they were.&nbsp; When he mentioned that now he had something to lose, something to worry about... her... she felt both thrilled and anguished for him.&nbsp; Thrilled because it meant he cared... and for more than just sex.&nbsp; Anguished because of the same thing.&nbsp; When you were remote your emotions couldn't be used against you, but when you cared... as he did for her, and she did for him, she realized... it made things so much harder.<br><br>Kaiya spoke softly as well.&nbsp; "For years I have trained in the trees, the marshes, the grasslands.&nbsp; I can survive in the wilds by myself for months on end if I needed to.&nbsp; I learned swordwork, archery, knife and disk work.&nbsp; I can use just about any weapon, but those are my best.&nbsp; I cannot use lances for jousting; I prefer to fight unhorsed, though I am a great horseback archer, as are many of my warriors."&nbsp; And ye, she did phrase it that way.&nbsp; When they had seen their princess fighting with them, taking training and getting knocked on her ass from a young age, they had rallied about her in a way her sister would never know.<br><br>"I have other weapons to fight with; my own body, and my mind.&nbsp; My knowledge of the terrain.&nbsp; My knowledge of the people inside the palace, and outside the city.&nbsp; Some of them will not listen to you, because you are not known to them.&nbsp; Not even the warriors here get obedience on a regular basis."&nbsp; They were a rather proud and stubborn lot, her people.&nbsp; Tenacious.&nbsp; "They will hear me.&nbsp; They will listen.&nbsp; And as for me... it is the same with me as it is with you.&nbsp; I could fight from the battlements... and I know my father will insist on it.&nbsp; But I want to be with you.&nbsp; Be at your back."<br><br>His hand had left her face before she even started talking; now she picked it up and paced it over her heart.&nbsp; "It's not mine any more, Varion.&nbsp; You have it.&nbsp; It beats for you.&nbsp; I'm afraid.&nbsp; I'd be an idiot not to be.&nbsp; But you... make me feel safer."&nbsp; Her hand left his where it was, and she pressed her hand over his heart, the other hand moving to his face with a tender touch.&nbsp; "I will fight where you are.&nbsp; If it's in the palace, so be it.&nbsp; If it's in the wilds, so be it.&nbsp; I was never a hothouse flower; I was the wildflower that blooms in adversity.&nbsp; Will you let me be with you?&nbsp; Please?"&nbsp; Her expression was intense, fierce emotion behind her burning eyes.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 01:47:43</strong>
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				The smile flickered across his face as he listened. There had been so many doubts in his mind that she was going to be this paper thing princess, but now he could not be even more proud to be standing here with her. "You want to be by my side then you shall be and now you never leave it" His hand slid up from her heart to cup her neck pull her closer. His lips pressed to hers and he held her close as his mouth opened and he kissed her. The sword clattered with a loud sound to the floor as his other hand slid around her and to her back and pulled her close. This kiss went on and on and should the walls have crashed down around them it would not have stopped. <br><br>Finally when he slowly did pull back he nodded. It took him a moment to find his breath and leaning close he pressed his forehead to hers. Slowly he released his grip on her and then looked at her. "We need to get going. No need to keep your father waiting any longer then we already have" He kept his hand in hers as they walked back to the room that they now shared. Going back to the trunk he pulled out leather breastplate with horizontal metal riveted to them. The same yellow cord bound it to him and the snug leather was molded to fit against him. Reaching in the chest he pulled out a strange looking piece of metal with several interlocking plates. The image of a bear roaring was etched into the metal carefully and depicted it in full glory. He was now decked in the attire he wore for battle and for the first time in a few days he felt fully dressed. <br><br>Reaching down into the bottom of the trunk he smiled and then winked over his shoulder at Kaiya. "Now time to meet the third member of our little family" Pulling out the axe he held it up for her to see and then spun it around in a very practiced motion. &nbsp;(http://cdn1.bigcommerce.com/server4100/dd172/products/243/images/831/King-Battle-Axe-With-Wood-Handle__62584.1325547046.1000.675.JPG?c=2) With a swift move he put it over his shoulder and it found the special hook made to hold it in place against his back. "this nonsense about not carrying weapons in the palace is going to have to stop. We are going to get ready for war" he told her. Picking up the ceremonial blade in his hand he clasped hers again with his free one and then nodded to her. "This is your house. Lead on" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 02:40:44</strong>
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				When his hand slipped upwards to pull her close, her own arms slid about his neck as they kissed intently.&nbsp; She lost herself in the feel of him, instinctively knowing that soon they could very well be too tired to make love.&nbsp; It wasn't what she wanted, but she also didn't want her kingdom to get destroyed by invaders.&nbsp; They could really celebrate after they won.<br><br>She was breathing deeply by the time they separated, with his forehead pressing against hers.&nbsp; Her arms slid to about his waist, hands stroking his back for a moment until they separated more fully this time.&nbsp; She followed, hand in hand, and oh how good that felt, into their room now.&nbsp; Her eyes went wide at the sight of the axe.&nbsp; "Now that is one weapon I never really learned to use well.. not even a throwing axe.&nbsp; I just don't have the right mindset for it, apparently.&nbsp; But it's beautiful."<br><br>She took his hand again after he settled the axe.&nbsp; "My father could wait some more... but I suppose we'll be good.&nbsp; Come on.&nbsp; We can do the ceremony... then we can take a tour of the closest areas.&nbsp; Tomorrow, we can expand the riding range," she said as they headed to where her father and the others would be waiting.&nbsp; "I'll make sure we bring something to eat as well... so that we can have some time together," she grumbled with a smile.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 03:10:24</strong>
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				They continued down the halls of the large castle and he listened to her with a grin. "We could just stay out in the woods for months and forage" he teased her back. He was suddenly very moved by the idea of a tiny cabin somewhere deep in the woods. In his minds eye he could see the two of them hunting, chopping wood, snuggled up at night under a bed of furs and pressing against each other. He was flushing by the time they reached the throne room. Two armor clad guards carrying huge halberds flanked it on either side. Neither of them had the size or strength to use the weapons, but they pounded them on the floor and that sound knocked him out of the daydream of sweating naked bodies under the furs. <br><br>There was a great sound as the doors opened and the throne room was revealed to them. On either side there was a long gathering of people. To the left were barons, dukes, and assorted royalty. To the right there were generals, captains, and other elite members of the guard. Each of them clad in ceremonial armor and wearing ornate weapons. At the head of all of it was a large set of thrones which the one on the left was empty. Her father though filled the one on the right clad in regal wear. There was a sound of trumpets and Varion drew in a breath and let it out. "Pomp" he muttered and then turning gave her a wink. <br><br>He let go of her hand and walked into the room across the carpet carrying the ceremonial sword still in his right hand. He knew that Kaiya would be right where she needed to be in step beside him. He ignored the looks and even the mutters of the assembled people and brought himself to the throne. With no fanfare he knelt and bowed his head at the feet of his new Father in law. <br><br>"I swear to fight for and defend Pinora as my new home. I will give my blood, bones, and life for it. I will defend her to the last and honor her laws as my own" he said with a clear voice that echoed around the room. He continued to kneel until the king reached out and saying his small lines of accepting his pledge and then asked him to rise. <br><br>"I give you the Defender of Pinora" he announced and the room broke into applause. Varion turned to face the gathered crowd and their smiling faces. This sort of thing would never have happened at home. Oaths there were given in blood. You fought for your home and your king because you wanted and all of your ancestors did. Right now a horde was working its way towards the mountain castle that had always been his home and instead of being where he wanted to be he was instead being applauded. He looked at Kaiya and her face. He knew what he needed to do. For her.... for their new home. <br><br>Without waiting for the applause to die he raised the ceremonial blade that had been presented to him for their wedding and as a mark of his new rank. The crowd applauded louder and when the trumpets began to sound again he swung the sword down hard at the stone floor at his feet and the fragile blade shattered into a thousand pieces crashing around the room. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 03:35:44</strong>
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				Kaiya watched the court, and inwardly sighed.&nbsp; After the discussion they had had, this seemed like such an utter waste of time.&nbsp; His people were more direct, while hers... hers were richer than the gods, it seemed, and loved flaunting it.&nbsp; They were not going to like what Varion had to say, but she didn't care.&nbsp; This was what they'd wed for, and by the gods she was going to make sure they paid attention!<br><br>When he took his oath, she was never prouder, and she lifted her head showing it.&nbsp; Her sister glared at her; she'd been hoping Kaiya would get shackled to some slavering barbarian who would pound the hell out of her.&nbsp; That the barbarian was quite handsome, well-built, and apparently decent was beyond the pale for her.&nbsp; She should have such things; she, Andira, the eldest, not her boyish slut of a sister.<br><br>Then Varion turned to face Kaiya, and he brought that sword down and shattered it.&nbsp; There were gasps and cries of shock from court, but Kaiya ignored those.&nbsp; She strode forward to stand with Varion, her face serious, even though her eyes were lit with an inner fire for him.&nbsp; By thegods, he was the best thing that had happened to her since her birth.&nbsp; She'd thank her father for it later.<br><br>Andira, however, was her usual bitchy self.&nbsp; "How dare you!&nbsp; What do you think you're doing, you half-wit barbarian!" she snapped.&nbsp; She rose from her seat, glaring at her sister and brother-in-law.&nbsp; "Father, punish him for such disrespect!"&nbsp; Kaiya rolled her eyes.&nbsp; "He won't, because we need him.&nbsp; Don't really need you, though," drawled the younger sister.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 04:24:28</strong>
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				The crowds stunned silence did not change him nor did the sound of her harping sister's shrill voice. The bits of metal on the floor made less noise then her voice and he turned to face Kaiya and smiled. Thsi woman's fire was infectious. Winking at her then he brought himself to his full height and turned to the king. The one man who did not seem to be fazed by all of this. "My apologies majesty" he began in a small voice and a bow of his head "I meant no disrespect to you personally" Reaching back behind him he withdrew the large axe and held it out in front of him. <br><br>"This axe was found by me in a cave when I was twelve" he spoke addressing the crowd "I was a page at the time. Delivering a message I was attacked by a feral of my kind. The ones who change and then never are able to control themselves enough to change back. My people believe when a creature has spilled your blood that it will hunt you until you die. So instead we hunt it. I was tasked by my Father to hunt the creature and kill it. It took me days, but finally I tracked it down. In a cave in the high mountains I changed and we fought in true form. It was clear his experience and size easily had me beat. I would have died that night had I not been able to take my true form. I killed him with my claws and bit deep into his chest tasting his heart. It was my first kill. I shifted back and waited due to my injuries for the night. When I woke up the next morning I found a shredded set of our armor and this axe in the back of the cave. When I returned to my father and showed it to him he informed me that my destiny was now set. A warrior to the core I had killed a feral before my time and retrieved a weapon that was precious to our people" <br><br>Spinning the axe around in his hand he showed the pommel to the king behind him over his shoulder. "The mark of my family crest. This weapon had been in the family for generations. A gift for my Fathers younger brother from their mother the Queen. He had ventured out and never returned from his first hunt and I had found him so many years later and ended his life. I was born to be a warrior and there is little else that I care for" <br><br>Spinning the axe around he raised his arm high and brought it down to the floor. The axe did not shatter and instead the blade buried in the stone floor cracking the marble around it. The gasps among the people were clear and this time even the king seemed to sit up straight. "The Horde is coming. We can not stop them forever. They are not pirates nor scum. They will never stop. They will kill every man. They will rape and take every woman. They will eat the children raw. It is considered a delicacy to them. Life of any kind in their path be it tree or livestock will be snuffed out" <br><br>He stopped then for the first time and looked around at those assembled. Turning his head he looked at Kaiya and then he nodded "and I am here to make certain that does not happen. I am here to teach you how to stop them" Turning back to the crowd he had a very serious look on his face. He looked at the Dukes and told them "I will teach you to defend your lands" he then turned to face the generals and captains "I will teach you to fight them" He then turned to the king and bowed his head "I will fight with the very last breath to defend your kingdom and give my very soul to defend your daughter" <br><br>Reaching down he pulled the axe from the floor easily and swing it around and back into its place. Reaching out he took Kaiya's hand. "But until you get past this" he gestured to the shattered sword on the floor and the ceremonial armor "then your only chance to live is to pray that my people can stop the flood like they have for the last hundreds of years. If you wake up and want to know how to actually do this my bride and I will be sparring on the practice grounds" <br><br>Without another word he kept his hand in hers and walked out of the throne room without looking back over his shoulder. Once they were clear of the room and the doors wer slowly swinging shut behind them did he breathe out slowly. "Please get me the hell out of here" he said to her as his shoulders slumped. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 04:51:30</strong>
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				Her eyes had misted some as he told his story, which of course she hadn't know until now.&nbsp; Kaiya was actually falling in love with this man she'd known less than twenty-four hours.&nbsp; He was truly a warrior, bold and brave, wild and fierce.&nbsp; And hers.&nbsp; She stood straight and tall as he swore to defend them all, especially when he told her father he would give everything to protect her.<br><br>When he held his hand out to take hers she gave it to him willingly, her eyes flashing in the way she had.&nbsp; Her sister could shift, but not for very long.&nbsp; Andira far preferred human form.&nbsp; But Kaiya was known to walk both on two feet an four, and wasn't shy about letting it be known.&nbsp; Her eyes shifted for the moment, the cat's eyes gleaming at everyone else but her husband, whom she was not looking at.&nbsp; When he said they'd be on the practie grounds, she tossed her head.&nbsp; "And I will fight right beside him."<br><br>They both walked out and let the doors close behind them.&nbsp; Andira's shrill voice could be heard even over the other courtiers as they all raised their voices to speak to the king.&nbsp; When his shoulders slumped and he asked to get out of there, she turned to him and pulled his head down for a deep. passionate kiss.&nbsp; "You were fantastic, my heart.&nbsp; I was so damned proud to be with you," she said when she pulled back.&nbsp; "Now... let's go work off some of this tension and show them what true fighters can do, yes?"&nbsp; She led him on the way to the training grounds for some relaxing weaponswork.&nbsp; At least he was no foppish popinjay!
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>21-05-2014, 05:06:01</strong>
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				The grounds were nearly empty. Most of the warriors were readying themselves for the tournament. Jousting, fencing, and target shooting. All of which were skills that he found nearly pointless. No enemy ever charged straight at you or lowered a lance. They were shooting as they rode, they were wielding a shorter weapon easier to use while riding, or they were sticking a long pole in the ground in which to impale your mount and send you crashing down. Fencing simply wore down your own self so the next opponent could kill you easier. Killing and incapacitating blows were what mattered. End the fight before your enemy does. What kind of a fool holds still and lets themselves get shot by an arrow? Let the archers hit a running rabbit and then they can test their mettle to see if they can thread between an opponents armor and find the sweet spot. All of it was a show that was a waste of talent. <br><br>Standing in the dirt he looked around and released her hand. Striding out he crouched and picked up some of the dirt and sniffed it. No blood scent stained this place like it would have at home. It was clean and bare. Standing up he drew in a breath. Turning he smiled at her and then twisted seeming to stretch his back. "All right princess" he said with a wide grin. He raised his left arm covered with the metal plates and held it out in front of him. "I will make you a deal"<br><br>Gesturing to the practice dummy behind him with his head he grinned. "If you can score a hit on that with me guarding you from it then I will rub your feet tonight" Chuckling himself slightly he licked his lips and then added "You miss and you rub mine" He kept his ax on his back and did not make a move to a get a shield. "Fair is fair though. you can only use a bade on me. You have to hit the dummy from range" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>22-05-2014, 02:31:59</strong>
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				Kaiya watched as he moved about, and even checked the dirt.&nbsp; She wasn't quite sure what that was about, but she figured he'd explain later.&nbsp; Then he came up with his proposal, using that 'princess' that he knew she didn't like.&nbsp; She had a name, dammit, and she loved hearing it from him.&nbsp; But... well, princess didn't sound bad when he said it.&nbsp; He wasn't mocking her, at least, making her title a dirty word.<br><br>"So... let me get this straight, prince... " she came back at him with a sly grin.&nbsp; "You want me to demonstrate how good I am with my throwing stars and blades?&nbsp; No archery, right?&nbsp; You're going to protect the target?"&nbsp; She moved back a bit, making a gesture and coming up with a throwing blade in her hand.&nbsp; She waved at the dummy.&nbsp; "You do realize... you're well on your way to becoming my foot-slave, yes?" she teased, laughing despite the seriousness of the practice session.&nbsp; She knew that it was so she didn't get depressed or frantic... and the same for him as well.&nbsp; And training need nto always be serious all the time; there had been plenty of times she'd just had tons of fun.&nbsp; Learned a lot too.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>22-05-2014, 03:10:58</strong>
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				He was grinning at her and watched her stalking around in front of him. He knew she was enjoying herself and he was loving it just as much as she was. "Foot slave?" he mocked her back as he met her gaze. "You just be fair and try not to distract me with those curves" he grinned and his eyes flashed one time as he held his stance with his arm up in front of him. Maybe it was because he was staring at her so intently or maybe it was because when he looked at her he wanted nothing more then keep staring. Either way he did not hear them coming until one of them knocked over the stand filled with practice spears. <br><br>Slowly he turned and straightened up as the armor clad figure of one of the generals from the throne room came into view. "You fucking pup!" he spat as he walked into the training ground. The armor clankign loudly with his sword against his side as he strode out onto the dirt. Two subordinates were right behind him flanking either side of the slightly overweight man. Behind him he could see the collection of royals from the throne room filtering in behind them. His eyes flicked up to them and he shook his head. He knew that one of them would come, but he thought it would be in private. "How dare you come here and tell us what to do with <em>our</em> country?" the man then continued. <br><br>Varion started to speak when he caught the sight gaze of Kaiya's sister. He could tell by the smile that this was no doubt exactly how she wanted things to go down. He turned to look at his wife over his shoulder and then with a short subtle motion of his head let her know to get behind him. Returning the old mans cold stare then he shook his head. "I mean no disrespect. You have held your lands safe for many years now. I respect what you have done, but it will not help you against this enemy. You have never faced something like the horde before" <br><br>"Arrogant shit!" the general shot back as he stepped forward. "I have been fighting since before your father had cum inside your barbarian mother. I have killed more men then I can count and now you expect that you can come here and challenge my authority?" The older man shook his head and then spit on the ground the white saliva trailing across Varion's boot. <br><br>Looking down the prince sighed. "So be it" he said simply and then he gestured to the practice weapons. "I assume you want to show me what an upstart I am so by all means choose your weapon and come at me" he then reached back and unhooked his ax. Spinning he swung it down burying it in the practice dummy he was guarding and splitting the wood halfway down. <br><br>Turning back he then pointed at the general "But just you. I have no desire to injure more of the kings soldiers then necessary" he turned and was about to walk away when he stopped and turned back "and if you mention my mother again I will split you in half the way I did that wood" Looking at Kaiya then he walked to the center of the dirt and nodded to her. "Convince anyone else that might think it is a good idea to step in that it is in their best interest not to" He then leaned closer to her and whispered in her ear "and it is sad we were interrupted. I was very much looking forward to being your foot slave" <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>22-05-2014, 03:46:23</strong>
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				Kaiya glared at the ones who interrupted them, military, courtiers, and her sister.&nbsp; It figured that Andira would behind this.&nbsp; The bitch.&nbsp; She went with him when he walked into the center of the grounds, so that when he leaned over and mentioned that he was looking forward to being her foot slave, she chuckled.&nbsp; "You still can be.&nbsp; I won't object."&nbsp; She reached up and patted his cheek a couple times.<br><br>"Normally I'd kiss you for luck, but that might work to their advantage.&nbsp; After all, you'll be so damn distracted by my amazing loveliness as it is that you'd be way disadvantaged."&nbsp; She started moving backwards, snickering.&nbsp; "Kick his ass, my heart," she said loudly, letting everyone know exactly what she thought of her husband.&nbsp; "And just remember not to kill him, my prince."&nbsp; A not-so-subtle reminder of the rank of this 'insolent pup'.<br><br>She reached the edge, giving her husband and his opponent space... and watched everyone like a hawk... or a hunting cat.&nbsp; Her look was serious, though her eyes glittered.&nbsp; Her feline nature was more obvious now as she shifted her stance, ready to react immediately should anyone try to interrupt the battle.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>22-05-2014, 04:28:24</strong>
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				Varion watched her go and licked his lips. For her he would have been way more then a foot slave and he would have done it happily. He kept his back to the general until she was in place and then he turned around to face his opponent. The older man had picked up a pair of the wooden practice swords and was swinging them. Varion tried to not look disappointed, but he could honestly say that he was. Fighting with one blade was hard enough, but with two was a skill that very few had mastered. It looked flashy more then anything and this was exactly the point he was making with them in the throne room.&nbsp; He watched the mans guard pick up one of the wooden swords and throw it to Varion. The thing landed in the dirt at his feet and the younger man picked it up. Turning it back and forth in his hands he then flipped the thing aside and out of the ring. <br><br>"I told you that you would choose a weapon. I do not need one" he told the older man. "I don't look forward to this and I take no pleasure" he was still talking when the old man roared and charged forward. He was skilled and experienced and that much was clear, but his rage was getting the best of him right off the bat. Varion quickly side stepped the massive swing and then shifted around dodging the clumsy thrust from his off hand. His thick palm shot out and he smacked the general in the back of his metal breastplate shoving him forward to stumble in front of him. He took a short step back and then turned to find the king. <br><br>He met the old mans gaze and was surprised to find he saw concern. This puzzled the young man for a moment and then he turned back to the general. The old man was coming back around and back to his fighting stance. His face was red and it was now clear he would not make the same clumsy attack twice. Varion was still musing over what was the matter with the king when the attacks came on again. He stepped back avoiding a few and then slapped one away with his shielded forearm. The two combatants spun around a few time and then Varion found an opening and his leg shout out. Catching the general full in the chest it staggered the old man back as he searched for the king again. <br><br>When he met his eyes again he now understood. This was not concern for the general or even for the young prince. It was concern for his kingdom. He knew what was coming and this infighting needed to stop. It needed to not be a nation divided on who to follow. One of these two men needed to clearly take control of this situation or it was going to be months of backstabbing and talk. A king is not the one in total control that everyone thinks and this one needed a decisive action. <br><br>Varion turned back to the general and then decided that this game was over. The general swung at him again and Varion swung his shield arm hard in response. Smacking the weapon out of his hand he then grabbed the blade of the other with his free hand. His eyes flashed up and he let the wild side win out. His arms thickened and the hair sprouted almost instantly. His height shifted as his arms and legs grew quickly. The yellow ties that held his armor together stretched , but held the leather in place. In a flash the transformation was over. Where the large man once stood there now stood the hybrid version of himself. The bear face roared down at the now smaller man and the hand that clutched the wooden blade now crushed down making the wood shatter in his paw. <br><br>A hard swing from his free arm crashed into the generals chest plate leaving an enormous dent across the chest. Varion then shoved hard with both thick paws smashing into the mans shoulders and sending him sprawling onto his back. Raising a boot up that now sported claws from the front of it he brought it down onto the dented metal chest. Leaning down his lips pulled back in a vicious growl and staring at the red face of the far man he spoke in a tone that was deep and hard. It was barely distinguishable speech, but the one word was clear. <br><br>"Yield" <br><br>The attendants now unsheathed their actual weapons and rushed forward eager to defend their fallen commander. <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>22-05-2014, 23:36:59</strong>
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				Kaiya's breath caught at the first move, and then watched in utter admiration as he proceeded to dominate the general.&nbsp; She caught sight of her father's regard, and her eyes flicked back and forth between the two fighters.&nbsp; She suddenly understood the realities; Varion <em>had</em> to win in order to have control.&nbsp; The general was flashy, showy... but it hd been so long since there had been actual intense combat on his part that he was more ceremonial.&nbsp; She and her warriors, some of whom were now coming up to stand beside her, were the real fighters, often jeered at by Andira and her lackeys.&nbsp; Why doing good honest work in protecting their worthless asses was a downfall in their minds... oh, yes... they thought anyone who fought had no brain.&nbsp; Idiots.<br><br>Then her warrior shifted, and rose to a half-point bear-man, and her eyes widened and her nostrils flared.&nbsp; Normally bear would have meant something she worried about, but his scent was not completely bear, but a mix of his own natural scent and the bear.&nbsp; Musky, but very appealing to her.&nbsp; She grinned, a feral, feline grin, sharp in its intensity.&nbsp; A raspy growl rumbled softly in her chest, and her warriors smiled as well, slow and dangerous.<br><br>The general went down, and Kaiya almost cheered as her husband rumbled in an almost undecipherable voice for the man to yield.&nbsp; She expected him to yield.&nbsp; She did not expect to see his aides so lost to their word and honor as to attack Varion.&nbsp; She was <em>not</em> letting that stand!<br><br>A rippling snarl sliced through the air as she herself shifted.&nbsp; Her clothing expanded at the stitching on the sides as i was made to, though she didn't increase in bulk like his did.&nbsp; What Varion hadn't seen was how low her pants rode on her hips, with a dip in the back.&nbsp; Why was now clear as a long, furred tail lashed out.&nbsp; Her sleek dappled coat was visible where it wasn't covered, but it was her face that was stunning.&nbsp; With a humanoid yet feline face, with a delicate muzzle and long whiskers, and feral gleaming golden eyes, she was magnificent.&nbsp; She also was whipping two knives out into her hand, then flinging them rapid fire at the attackers.&nbsp; They thudded hilt first against each man's chest, just where she'd planned to hit them.<br><br>"Moving forward would make your princess unhappy.&nbsp; I just might forget that you shouldn't be hurt in your efforts to interrupt.&nbsp; Stopping now would be a good thing."&nbsp; Her speech was clearer than his, but then, she didn't have the ursine features to deal with.&nbsp; It was a bit raspy, slightly hissing on certain sounds, but clear enough.&nbsp; Her eyes narrowed at her sister, who had taken a few steps back in shock.&nbsp; Andira had never seen her in this form, or in combat.&nbsp; Not that this was combat.&nbsp; Far from it.&nbsp; Ridiculous to think so.<br><br>She stood now with a hand on her hip, mouth open in a feline grin, white fangs showing boldly.&nbsp; She turned to look at her husband, and gestured at him in a 'keep going' manner.&nbsp; "I believe you were getting a surrender, my heart?" she asked.&nbsp; For her, it hadn't been a matter of showing off... it was a matter of protecting her husband.&nbsp; The first thought was making sure that no one touched him.&nbsp; It didn't matter that she went feral to do so.&nbsp; It gained her some odd looks from the other courtiers, and her sister was pale, but the only thing she sought was an approving look from her husband.&nbsp; That was what mattered.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>23-05-2014, 04:39:03</strong>
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				Varion had glanced over his shoulder at the soldiers his lip curling back over his canines. He had not moved though and when he saw the blades thump them he was not surprised to see the men freeze. Turning back to his bride he paused for a moment. There was a part of him that was lost inside his primal brain, but even that part suddenly stopped and paid attention to the warrior who was his bride standing there looking amazing. The man under his foot shifted and he made a small growl of displeasure, but made a note to turn back to the task at hand. He was needing her again and he was going to make good on that foot slave promise. <br><br>Looking back down he shook his head. "Mercy will never come from the horde" he snarled down. Taking his clawed foot he turned it slowly and the ceremonial armor groaned and threatened to snap at the straps. "Maybe I should show you what that is like" he leaned down now with his clawed hand coming towards the mans face. <br><br>"Enough!" came a clear and loud tone from the stairs. The entire practice area stopped now and turned slowly to look at the sound and there was more then one gasp. The crowd started to hit their knees then and Varion himself stopped. Lifting his claw from the generals chest he fell to one knee and his body began to shift back to his human form. <br><br>Standing on the stairs in a white robe was the queen. She was looking regal even though she was simply in a white gown and nothing more. Two very distressed handmaidens stood by her side carrying the long train from the gown. Everyone except the king was now kneeling and he was stepping up to meet his wife. "You should be resting" he began, but the hand of his wife came to his face. <br><br>"I can survive this love. I just have to let my voice be heard on this" she smiled at his concern and then turned to the crowd. "General Milas and" she paused a moment and let a small smile cross her lips "my new son in law the two of you are done with this silly show of arrogance. It will do no good if our leaders and warriors fight among themselves. We might as well open the door to the slavers and the horde. Let us be clear on this. General, the prince will not be replacing you in any manner. You continue to be our leader, but you will listen to him. He had faced our enemy and his knowledge will prove to save lives" <br><br>She turned her stare now on her daughter and her husband. They had risen and Varion had moved to her side by instinct. The smile was not hidden then as she spoke to the two of them. "You Lord Varion must not be so quick to anger. Changing hundreds of years of thinking is not the sort of thing that can be done over a matter of hours. Be patient as best you can" she then nodded to Kaiya and added "I am sure my daughter would be happy to help you to reign in your rage" <br><br>She then nodded to her husband and started back up the stairs. The crowd was silent as she climbed them. Varion looked over at the general and then reached out his arm. Grasping the large man by the forearm he helped pull him to his feet. The two men stared at each other for a long moment before finally the older man huffed and then in a small voice asked "What do you need Lord Varion?"<br><br>Varion nodded at the man and then reached out for Kaiya's hand. Taking hold of her he squeezed and then looked back at the general. "Tools" he said simply and then he added "A map, and your time"<br><br>The king was close by now as he then came close and gestured. "The war room gentlemen. Let's talk this time" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>26-05-2014, 17:57:20</strong>
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				Kaiya stared at her mother in surprise; she'd felt good enough to come down here?&nbsp; At least there wasn't a reprimand for her own behavior.&nbsp; She had often been told as a child to think before she acted, which had led her to become a warrior.. you both had to think and act, and she'd learned both quite well.&nbsp; She went to one knee, then rose again when her mother spoke; a gesture of honor was required, but her mother had never stood on overly done ceremony.&nbsp; Thank the gods for that, else they'd be there decades dealing with the tiny titles.<br><br>"I believe I am up to the challenge, Mother," she murmured with a wicked little smile as she slipped her arm through Varion's,&nbsp; letting herself shift back to her human form.&nbsp; Andira made mocking faces, and she merely raised a brow.&nbsp; The little bitch was trying to get her in trouble with their parents; they'd actually better take her in hand or there would be hell to pay when the men she was bedding found out about each other and that she was playing them off one another.<br><br>When Milas spoke to her husband in such a subdued tone, she reached out to the man, clasping his shoulder.&nbsp; "And your expertise.&nbsp; You may not have faced the same kind of combatants, but you do know Pinora.&nbsp; We will need that knowledge of yours greatly.&nbsp; As good a warrior as my husband is... he is new here, and will need such intelligence as you can provide."&nbsp; She smiled at him.&nbsp; "Plus... you do inspire loyalty," she added, gesturing at the two men who had been trying to defend him.<br><br>"Coming, Father," she called when he invited them to the war room.&nbsp; She was not going to be left out, no matter what they thought.&nbsp; Still holding the hand Varion had taken, she gestured to one of her people and motioned him over, whispering quickly into his ear in some kind of code, perhaps.&nbsp; She then turned to her husband again.&nbsp; "Shall we meet with the masters?" she chuckled, lifting up to kiss his cheek gently.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>26-05-2014, 19:21:29</strong>
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				The war room meeting was exactly what needed to happen. "It is not your men or your people. It is the simple fact that the style of fighting you have done up to now has not been this aggressive. Even when slavers or raiders come they take what they want and then they leave. The horde will burn everything. I did not exaggerate in the throne room, but there are ways to stop them" <br><br>The old towers that stood along the borders needed to be refurbished and garrisoned. "They will come any way they can, but the critical impact points are the rivers. The one that is closest to the castle is stone and can not be removed. It needs to be guarded on the side to the castle and heavily fortified. The horde fears water" Varion had smiled at this "It is almost like a child watching a goblin splash. Trolls run in terror from it and orcs wear such heavy armor they sink like stones. Our kingdom would have fallen years ago had we not the winding river needed to climb the mountains to our kingdom. The stagnant swamps they do not have problems with, but fast running water is out of the question for them. So you guard the stone bridge and then our engineers can show you how to rig your wooden bridges to collapse every time you want them to" <br><br>The castle itself was the next subject. Removing some of the fineness to make way for grain storage. The entire population of the country might need to be held and nothing filled empty stomachs of refugees better then grains. The fancy delicacies were wonderful, but war was coming. There was a decorative hedgerow around the outside of the castle that looked wonderful, but it had to go. There needed to be a moat and if not a spike lined pit. "Goblins can climb up bare stone walls" he told them "and they will focus on doing nothing but opening up the doors"<br><br>&nbsp;Most of the changes Varion suggested were logistics or building of defenses. The troops themselves did not need to be retrained just refocused. Life was about to get turned on their heads. They were used to horseback and fast maneuvers. Now they needed to garrison walls and learn about anti-siege tactics.&nbsp; His father had left behind a small company of experienced engineers and trainers or Varion and he would task these men to help. "I am not a leader" he told the room frankly "I am a fighter and I have no desire to step up and take on any political or leadership functions" Smiling then at the general he added "But I also do not respond well to orders. Cut me loose and I will tear through your enemies with the ferocity of a tornado"<br><br>Everyone seemed to agree on this and the Generals were more then happy until the young prince turned to the king. "And Kaiya comes with me" he said without pause. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>28-05-2014, 03:54:49</strong>
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				Kaiya listened and took mental notes when her husband spoke of the things needing to be done.&nbsp; She was going to need to do some more training with the younger archers, teach them more of the ambush techniques they used with slavers.&nbsp; Archers did not fare well, traditionally, in close combat unless they had had the leisure to prepare.&nbsp; Her people were good with blade and bow, and quite a few could shift to some form or other, since she sought those out.&nbsp; But none except her, and now Varion, could shift to the in between form... at last that she knew of.&nbsp; They would need to hit the outlying villages, see if they could be prepared or if they would need to come inside the castle's walls for protection.<br><br>Being a princess, she should have been absented from this meeting, but being a warrior, and having gone against slavers and pirates, she had the right to be there.&nbsp; Oh, now there was a thought.&nbsp; While they discussed engineering, her mid was turning over the idea that was not going to make anyone happy, even her husband.&nbsp; But they had fighters, some of them even well-trained and dirty as hell when it came to fighting.&nbsp; She had faced some over and over, and she'd even traded blows with the pirate king.&nbsp; She might be able to...<br><br>Her attention was grabbed by the statement that she was going with Varion... and the dead silence afterwards.&nbsp; "Is this a problem?" she asked slowly, knowing she had proven herself many times over.&nbsp; But were they going to reject her from combat because she was a princess, and now a wedded one who might be with child already?&nbsp; She knew she wasn't; she was very in tune with her body, being able to shift as she was, and she knew she hadn't caught yet.&nbsp; She still had time.&nbsp; Plus... there was always Andira.&nbsp; And if she fell, there were collateral lines to use.&nbsp; Kaiya wasn't the last hope of an heir.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>28-05-2014, 04:09:23</strong>
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				The young prince had not looked away from the king since he made the statement. Kaiya was not the heir nor would their child be, but she was still his daughter. The young man was taking a bold statement and not one he was willing to back down on. In his world the women did not sit at home while the men went to war unless they had children. If they were young and needed mothers then they would stay, but if not they went to war. Cooks, nurses, archers, and even as warriors themselves. Varion may have been married in another country, but he was not about to give up his values. <br><br>It seemed the king was about to object when the General himself stepped over to the king. "It may be the safest place for her" the older man said and then winked at the young woman "we both know you have sent me out more then once to bring her back from a dangerous place. Keeping her with Lord Varion might save us a few squads free time" <br><br>Varion grinned at the General and then nodded to the King. "No place safer" he said and pulled on Kaiya's arm to bring her closer. He knew that no one would fight harder or have his back better then her either. Already his trust for her was unwavering and one might even say that after a day and night he had already fallen in love. Varion himself would not though having no concept of what that truly meant. He just knew that he would give everything to keep Kaiya safe and her safe was what mattered most. <br><br>Finally the King nodded and sighed. "She is a handful" he said and reached out to grasp his daughters hand over the war map. "But you will never find a more fierce protector" His admiration for his child was clear as he stood back from the table. The meeting was over and the men had started to disperse with their orders "I just hope you can keep track of her Lord Varion" he said as he headed for the doors. <br><br>The room was suddenly empty and signaled by the loud closing of the wooden double doors. He still had his arm around Kaiya's waist and looked down at the map. Sighing he looked down at the map and then without looking he asked her softly "Are they taking me seriously?" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>28-05-2014, 04:19:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"General!&nbsp; I resemble that remark!" she teased back.&nbsp; They both knew that she was rather... adventurous.&nbsp; Her father knew it too, which is why he got her tongue stuck out at him in a brief tease, even as she took his hand and squeezed it.&nbsp; "You know that I am as careful as possible.&nbsp; And I have something to lose if I'm not careful now," she added, turning to look at Varion with her heart showing briefly in her eyes.&nbsp; She loved him already.&nbsp; She hadn't expected to, hadn't wanted to... but she knew what it was.&nbsp; Now it was a matter of finding out if he felt the same way.&nbsp; But now wasn't the time.<br><br>"They are taking you seriously, my heart.&nbsp; Trust me.&nbsp; If they weren't, Father would have been detailing us a protective unit.&nbsp; But he trusts you to watch over me, and me to watch over you.&nbsp; Not that I need watching for anything other than my beautiful, skilled self," she added, mock haughtily.&nbsp; Then she leaned against him with his arm still about her waist.&nbsp; "You did very well, my heart.&nbsp; I was very impressed, and proud."&nbsp; She ha a brilliant man for a husband, even if he didn't know it, she thought.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>28-05-2014, 04:38:26</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion was still staring at the map and he was focused, but listening. When she spoke though he was feeling the warmth of her body next to him. Turning his head slightly he looked at her and let his breath out very slowly. Staring quietly for a moment he Chewed his lip for a second and then he took her hand and put it on the map. "Wait here" he told her.<br><br>He walked with purpose to the large double doors and pulled his ax. Taking it he shoved the handle between the doors holding them shut. Turning back to her then he looked at her across the room and reached down to his chest armor. With a simple twist he found the catch that allowed him to pull the arm shield off and let it slip to the stone floor with a clatter. His breastplate was next and by then he was right back beside his bride. <br><br>He looked down at her and licked his lips for a moment and then there was a flare of his nostrils. A sound almost like a snort came from him as he looked down at her and then he reached out his hands and paced them on her hips. With little ease he lifted her up and on to her onto the map room table still covered with the huge sprawling map of her kingdom. His eyes started to shift slightly and then he snorted again and the hair on his chest started to grow thicker and darker and within a moment he had shifted to the form he had shown her for the first time in the training yard. <br><br>His lip curled back and his teeth showed as he then sniffed along her leg and then licked his chops with a wild look. His eyes came up to hers then and he shook the large fur covered head "Do you know how long it took me to maintain control in this form enough to speak?" sniffing along her leg again he then whispered "Smelling you makes it ore difficult then I ever imagined" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>28-05-2014, 04:53:50</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She watched with a curious look on her face as he slammed the axe handle in the doorhandles, effectively locking the doors.&nbsp; When he started taking off his armor, she shifted, pulling her belt and vest off, leaving her shirt loose.&nbsp; Her breathing was already coming faster as she watched him come back to her, then hefted her onto the table.&nbsp; She couldn't help but lick her lips hungrily as his eyes shifted and he shifted back to his hybrid bear form.<br><br>When he sniffed along her leg, she actually whimpered as he would likely smell her arousal.&nbsp; She wasn't afraid at all... she knew he'd never hurt her, no matter what form he was in.&nbsp; She mewed softly as he spoke in the gravelly voice, and she couldn't wait any more.&nbsp; Her hands moved to his face and shook it lightly, even as she shifted to her own spotted form.&nbsp; Her hybrid wasn't as immense as his, of course, but it was stronger.<br><br>She let his face go, then pulled her shirt over her head so that she was half naked right there.&nbsp; "Do we need control?" she growled softly, spreading her legs wider, even with the pants on.&nbsp; A sudden thought about that, and she shook her head at him, then tugged the rest of her attire off.&nbsp; "Now control can be lost my wild one," she hissed, darting forward to lick and nip his ear.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>28-05-2014, 05:19:32</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				His hands came off of her and he let her move on her own and he was very thankful for that when her pants came off. Mouth opening and closing he tried to not think about how he looked when he drooled slightly leaning in closer. He could smell her pheromones and the scent had his mind spinning out of control. When she nipped him he growled loud and hard and twisted himself around. <br><br>Thick hands with claws on the end came up. His face sniffed along her torso nipping and licking as he went. His face ruffled the soft fur and he made a strange guttural sound. A quick shift down and he pushed his snout against her sex. His teeth grazed but did not bite as he sniffed. Rubbing and then his tongue came out and he tasted. He opened his mouth and then he backed up a little and snorted. The scent was so amazing and he then backed off her totally. A quick clasp on his leather armored leggings had them falling off his body and to the floor with a heavy thud. <br><br>He climbed on the table with her his fur covered form rubbing against and along hers. The curves of her soft form felt so amazing under his own. They were laying with their heads near the castle when his cock rubbed against her inner thigh. It was different in this form coming out of a sheath and against her feeling very hot with a hard knot on the end. <br><br>"Kaiya" he growled again as he then shifted and rolled onto his back with her gripped in his paws. This time he was not about to let loose his monster inside. This time he was wanting to see what kind of a wild side his bride had hidden away from the world. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 01:57:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya looked down at him, chuckling in a throaty purring way.&nbsp; "Oh, my heart... you are so delicious..." she commented wickedly, leaning down to nip at his jaw lightly, grinning.&nbsp; Her jaws moved carefully as she nipped her way down his body, moving to a spot between his legs, despite any of his attempts to get her to stay.&nbsp; She looked at him with those dangerous, feline eyes...<br><br>... and then her tongue swept from base to tip with her sandpapery tongue, her eyes daring him to do anything about it.&nbsp; If he even could, at this point.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 02:10:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Those little bites... little nips... oh how he wanted to grab her. He wanted to shove her down on his hardness, but instead he simply twitched his thick barbed cock leaking more fluid. The table under him bared the brunt though as his claws raked into the wood and paper under him causing deep and wide marks in the wood. Lips curling back his mouth opened and he panted slightly as he looked down and met those eyes and he was captivated. <br><br>Wood splintered under his claws as he watched her tongue come out and lick along him. She was feisty and he challenging him and he could see the mischief in her eyes. He wanted to grab her head and put more of his shaft in her mouth. He wanted to grip her hips and shove her face down and mount her hard and fast. He wanted to roar and fuck his new bride while she screamed his name and begged for more. Instead he did something he did not expect of himself. <br><br>Still looking down he kept his eyes on hers and then he whispered in that mixed gravely tone "Please" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 02:19:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Her face changed in an instant from tormenting to loving, even through the feline mask.&nbsp; She laved him a bit more with her tongue, then slid her mouth over him to take him in deep, her hands kneading his thighs, then stroking what she couldn't get in her mouth.&nbsp; When she was satisfied with that, and her own need to great to deny, she rose up and straddled him, taking him in hand and guiding him to her entrance.&nbsp; Then she slowly eased down on him, taking him in to the hilt, growling and groaning from the feel of his huge cock filling her completely.<br><br>"Varrrrrrrrion!" she growl-purred, arching back hard on him, shoving him deep even as she flexed her thighs, rising up then coming back down in a slow, tormenting dance that pleased both of them... she hoped.&nbsp; "Touch me, please!" she begged.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 02:31:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Oh how her mouth felt. Arching against the table he felt his hips rise up towards her of their own need. She had taken so much, but her small features could not fit him all in not in this form. Slowly his hands began to release from the table though and he started to relax back down. The knot pulsed and he certain that within a matter of moments she would have him losing control. Then she shifted and he felt her hand squeeze him as she began to straddle him. There was no hesitation or wait as she took him all in and he could swear that in this form her body was even tighter. Arching again he felt his hands come out to touch along her hips. <br><br>She was moving on him and then she purred his name. Her feline form accentuating her every curve and the sway of her hips. He was already reaching for ehr when she called out for his touch and his thick fingers ruffled through her fur along her torso as his hands dragged up. Then he was cupping both breasts and gently mauling the tender orbs. She did not stop her little dance on him though and every time she moved up and down along him was a mix of pure bliss and frustration. She was taking her time with him that much was clear and some part of him could not take it. <br><br>His thick paws slid down and grabbed her hips. She was on the upstroke when he gripped her and held her steady. His feet came up to the table top and dug in letting him then start to pump himself up to meet her body. When his hips would raise up his arms would pull down resulting in the slam of their two bodies together. He roared at this and moved her even as his hips moved faster to meet her body and the sound echoed off the stone walls mixing with the slap of their bodies coming together over and over. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 02:37:51</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				When his hands came to her breasts she was in ecstasy, throwing her head back with a low yowl of delight.&nbsp; But then he grabbed her hips, held her steady and slammed upwards.&nbsp; That got more than a yowl... that got a bona fide scream.&nbsp; She worked her hips faster now as well, her hands placed on his chest to keep her balance.<br><br>She leaned down suddenly to lick his nose, then nip his cheek.&nbsp; The shift in angle as he slammed into her was intense, and she couldn't help but react.&nbsp; Her hands on his chest had her claws coming out; not fully, but enough so that she pricked his skin with the tips.&nbsp; Her back bowed some, changing the angle again, and she lowered her head to his neck and bit at the junction of his neck and shoulder, breaking the skin lightly as she did so.&nbsp; A fierce rumble came from her throat as she marked him as her own.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 02:55:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The hard slam fucking did not ease up even when he felt her nails dig in. If nothing else it meant even more gripping and hard movements. When she dug in he could feel the tiny trickle of his blood welling up against her claws. It was not deep but it was enough that it sent him pushing up into her harder. Then when she leaned down he pushed up to get closer to her. When he felt the bite he lost it roaring loudly and his own claws coming out without anything on his part and digging into her hips. <br><br>The bestial side of both of them was coming out and his need for her was growing out of control. He had nothing in his head now but the thought of making her. He wanted her fur to bear his scent. He wanted her body to be covered by his scent and then he roared again. <br><br>Wrapping his arms around her he rolled until she was under his larger powerful body. Pumping his hips he was grinding and fucking her now. Shaking his thick head he pulled her mouth away growled as he felt the tear of her teeth. Then His own mouth opened and a slow line of his saliva fell onto her chest fur before he came down closer. His teeth closed on her neck and this time it held. He did not dig in and he did not crush down. Instead he simply head her like an animal would hold a mate he was taking and did just that. <br><br>He pounded his mate. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 03:02:13</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She dug for purchase with her feet, thrusting her hips hard at him as she wrapped her arms about his back.&nbsp; She dug her claws in, strafing them down his back and furrowing his skin with the sharp tips.&nbsp; She arched hard, her neck pressing upwards as she offered herself to him completely.&nbsp; "My heart... my mate... my love..." she moaned just before she shattered in an extremely powerful climax, her tight inner muscles squeezing him hard.&nbsp; <br><br>She was lost in the feelings she had for him, the love and need and lust and friendship and admiration.&nbsp; That this had come by arrangement at the last minute shocked her, uplifted her.&nbsp; Though right now the thing that was truly uplifting was the incredible strength of her climax.&nbsp; She wanted him to come and come hard inside her, to brand her as his completely.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 03:12:51</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Shaking with need he met her words with thrusts. His mouth growled against her neck and he could feel her pulse running against his tongue. She was his in that moment and when she proclaimed it his ears heard even her heartbeat responding to him. His mouth opened then and his tongue ran along her wounds that his canines had made in her neck and he tasted her blood. Normally this would send him crashing over the edge instead this time he felt her climax and lost control. <br><br>He came so hard that his knot inside of her body swelled up and it felt as if the cum erupted out of him hard enough to reach her mouth. Pushing hard he buried himself as deep inside of her as he possibly could. He held her there against his hips cumming over and over until the fluid started to leak out of her and onto the fur of both them sticky and wet. Panting hard he fell back against table and his claws finally relaxed and began to retract from her, but he did not shift which he should. <br><br>Now that he was calm he should be turning human again, but as he lay there with her his body panting hard on top of hers he stayed in the form. Their bodies still as one as he was wedged deep inside of her he moved to look down at her and the corner of his mouth turned up in a smile as he whispered. <br><br>"You love me" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 03:21:28</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya reached up with a shaky hand to stroke his face, gazing into his eyes deeply.&nbsp; "I do.&nbsp; Haven't I been calling you my heart?&nbsp; It doesn't beat except within you.&nbsp; I never expected this when we met and wed, Varion.&nbsp; Never&nbsp; But I am glad of it.&nbsp; I admire you, adore you, consider you my best friend even though we know so little about the small things.&nbsp; But I know your heart, your mind, your soul... and I pray to be worthy of you."<br><br>She pushed at him so that he'd roll to his back and she could blanket him, purring.&nbsp; "You know... this might be a good way to sleep in the winter.&nbsp; Who needs blankets with a fur coat?&nbsp; Especially with you in the bed.&nbsp; You're a bonfire, my love."&nbsp; She nuzzled his neck, licking his face gently.&nbsp; Framing his face with her hands, as she propped herself on her elbows on his chest, she smiled, her fangs showing a little and her tongue slipping out just a touch.&nbsp; "My so very handsome husband," she murmured, leaning down to rub her nose against his.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 03:41:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He adored her. She was this sexual and charged creature he could not get enough of one minute and then the next this snuggling and warm creature in his arms. She was incredible and he held her close to his body letting the two heartbeats and panting chests push together. "I never understood" he said as he stroked her fur softly with his claws parting her fur, but not pushing in. "What it meant... Why the husbands fought harder.... why the wives stood by their side... Now I know. I know what I would do for you and where I need you to be. I am yours Kaiya. I know it may seem strange, but I will never question it. I belong with you" he paused here and then shook his head "Never leave my side" <br><br>They lay there and he loved how he was wrapped around her and with a small hiss form him his knot finally slid out of her body and he sighed. Looking down he smiled and nipped at her neck briefly after her tease of his nose and then he leaned up. "I usually change when I am out of rage or calm... Why haven't I now?" he asked her as he leaned up. Then before he could question more came the small soft knock on the door and the female voice. <br><br>"Mistress Kaiya? Lord Varion?" came the feminine sound "Are you all right? The Queen is requesting your presence" Looking down he breathed out and shook his head and then as he slowly started to shift back he chuckled. <br><br>"Think your mom wants to yell at us for being to loud?" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 03:50:09</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She shifted back herself, starting the minute he loosed from her body.&nbsp; Having her naked skin against his ursine fur made her shiver in delight.&nbsp; "How calm have we really been together, my heart?" she chuckled as she slid a bit on him.&nbsp; Then came the knock and she blushed but chuckled.&nbsp; "We'll be there shortly!" she called out as he began to shift back, and she slid off him to get dressed.<br><br>Looking at the map and the table, she shook her head ruefully.&nbsp; "I have the feeling we're going to be in trouble for the map.&nbsp; The table I just might claim for our suites."&nbsp; It had certainly been strong enough for the two of them, and she was definitely wanting to make use of it again.&nbsp; There was a distinctly wicked, kinky side to her that was coming out now, ad she only hoped Varion would share the interest.&nbsp; She finally finished getting her clothing to rights, and Kaiya snickered.&nbsp; "Poor servants are going to have a heart attack."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 04:21:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Dressing quickly the two of them were greeted by one of the Queens handmaidens when he opened the door. She bowed and then politely asked them to follow. Varion felt a flush of embarrassment when they started walking. he had not yet met this woman officially and now here he was the day after the wedding and making a fool of himself twice in one day. First he gets into a fight with a general and she has to break it up then they are summoned while in the midst of making some rather bestial sounds in the war room. His face was red as they neared the queens quarters and he sighed as the attendant rushed them inside. <br><br>Inside the Queen was still in her white gown, but the train had been removed. She was in her rather large bed and there was a variety of plants around her. The room smelled different from the rest of the castle almost like it was back in the wild. Looking around Varion saw the other attendants bow quickly to the two of them and then leave. Her highness clearly had given strict orders and they followed them without question. He thought he saw a shifted mix cat walk out, but she had a veil over her face. When the door shut Varion fell to one knee and began to speak. <br><br>"I apologize your highness...." was as far as he got before the Queen rolled her eyes and raised her hand. <br><br>"Save that drama for my husband" she waved at him. Waving to Kaiya she smiled wide and whispered "I was told he was handsome but my goodness. Come over here and introduce me properly to this boy that has those cheeks of yours so flush and the stink of sweat on the two of you!"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 04:29:51</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya laughed, an bent to help her husband to his feet.&nbsp; "Mother's not stuck on ceremony, my heart.&nbsp; Note that I don't kneel.&nbsp; She's your mother now, too, after all."&nbsp; She moved to her mother's side, touching her shoulder lightly.&nbsp; "Mother, may I present Prince Varion, my wonderful husband?"&nbsp; Her voice took on a softer note than had ever been heard in it as she said his name.&nbsp; It was clear she adored the man completely.&nbsp; "He's also willing to stand up to Father to have me fight by his side."<br><br>She held out a hand to her husband, smiling warmly.&nbsp; "Come, say hello.&nbsp; She doesn't bite.&nbsp; Much, anyway," she teased as she clicked her own teeth together.&nbsp; "I know Father won't mention it, and I doubt I can convince slavers to cooperate... but I was thinking of trying to recruit the pirates.&nbsp; You know I've fought their king often enough."&nbsp; The man was fast as hell, too; they'd traded wounds more than once.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 05:00:23</strong>
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				The young man was nervous and it was clear. Varion had never known his own mother. She had died giving birth to him and he felt awkward enough as she mentioned smelling sex on them. Varion was still blushing when he took her hand and then stood up straight and folded his arms across his chest. Kaiya had mentioned both of these ideas in the meeting and Varion had supported her. The naval presence of the horde was not much, but if his father was right then there would be lots of surprises. There was also the rumors of the pirates being the able to have their own islands off of any map and that might someday be worth its weight in gold. <br><br>Clearing his throat Varion had blushed and nodded then. "I do not feel the slavers would be worth our time. Their force is far to small to be of any military value and they have no structure. I am not certain who would even be worth meeting with" He calmly left the pirates alone and then was about to say something when the Queen raised her hand. <br><br>"I am certain that now that we have the egos set aside you will all work to protect us, but that was not why I brought you here" she said softly. Her hand came out and stroked along her daughters as she then looked at him. "I am not certain what you have been told, but I am the one who arranged this marriage. I am the one who sent the message to your father and I am the one who brought you here for the reason of defending us" <br><br>Varion blinked slightly at this. The Queen was like his mother. She married into the royal family, but was common herself. They usually played a sideline role or that of a showpiece and now they were here because of her. He was going to ask why when she shook her head "All will become clear in time and I am already tired, but you two need to be warned" She tried to take a breath and Varion could see it was paining her. He stayed quiet as she then looked at the two of them for a moment and then she continued. <br><br>"The storm is coming, but the two of you" she waited and still squeezed her daughters hand "The two of you have the power to stop this. I know that you might not see it now, but I know this is in your future" she then looked at Varion and her other hand came up towards him. The younger man leaned down closer and she stroked his face. "I met your mother once. You have her eyes and I am certain she would beam with pride over the man you have become" <br><br>Varion felt his chest well up and his heart swell at that and he mumbled a soft thank you to her. The woman smiled and then she lay back against the pillows. "It will be very hard for the two of you" she said as she closed her eyes. "It will be a long road, but stick together and you will be fine" Then the woman started to breathe gently falling into sleep. Clearly now that they should leave Varion stood up and took Kaiya's hand walking to the door. <br><br>When it was shut he turned to her and shook his head "Not that I like this" he said as they started to walk and he sighed "but should we be meeting with this pirate of yours?" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 22:16:18</strong>
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				Kaiya was surprised that her mother had been responsible for arranging the wedding; she’d been sure it was her father trying to control her.&nbsp; But when the queen mentioned that she had met Varion’s mother, things made a lot of sense then.&nbsp; She absolutely approved of her mother’s choice; apparently she had seen something in his mother that had caused her to go seeking him as a mate for her daughter.&nbsp; She’d been very right; Kaiya could not have found such a perfect match for her if she’d tried.&nbsp; <br><br>Considering her husband, she knew that his heart, his soul, his beautiful body, his incredible caring were gifts beyond compare.&nbsp; “Thank you, Mother,” she whispered, squeezing her mother’s hand gently.&nbsp; Then she mentioned that they would face a storm, she nodded.&nbsp; “But we are together, and we will survive.&nbsp; I know this.&nbsp; We will do everything to save us all, Mother.”&nbsp; She leaned over and kissed her mother’s cheek gently, then looked at her husband with a tender expression on her face that wasn’t meant just for her mother.<br><br>“We’ll be together.&nbsp; Thank you so much for finding him for me.&nbsp; He’s… everything.”&nbsp; She was still looking at him, even as her mother was slipping into sleep.&nbsp; When Varion took her hand, she squeezed it and followed him out, moving in close to him so that she was practically plastered against his side.&nbsp; She just couldn’t seem to help it; she craved his touch.&nbsp; She could barely keep from touching him, even if it was something relatively innocent, like hands, or a brush on the arm, a touch on the cheek.&nbsp; They were bound together, in her mind, and she loved feeling him near her.&nbsp; Her libido was rather unruly, she acknowledged, but she loved having him with her.&nbsp; <br><br>“We should meet with him, under a white flag of truce.&nbsp; I’ve gone against him, but I must admit I don’t know his name.&nbsp; We never got that far.&nbsp; I know him as 'pirate', and he knows me usually as 'princess' or 'bitch'.&nbsp; We have such a friendly relationship.”&nbsp; she added with light sarcasm.&nbsp; She looked up at him, hoping to add a little bit more fun for them.&nbsp; “You know… we could make a thing of it… take a pack horse out, have some time alone in the wilds… have a lunch out there, maybe even a dinner.&nbsp; No servants, no interruptions… no annoying generals…”&nbsp; She knew that dealing with pirates the day after their wedding was not on either of their minds, but she was trying her best to make something of it, at least.&nbsp; She only hoped that it would be enough.&nbsp; <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 22:52:00</strong>
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				Rubbing his chin Varion paused to look at her. The image of someone calling Kaiya a bitch had him wondering how many bones in the body of that individual he would be breaking. This pirate king would have to be quite the warrior to take on his bride, but now things were different. Varion would never take to someone disrespecting his love and definitely not in his presence. Still they were going to need allies and the pirates had a system of honor that he had seen in action during a naval engagement once.... also if it kept him off a boat that might be the best of all ideas. <br><br>When he looked down to meet her gaze and saw her smile with the idea playing out behind her eyes he grinned wide. This was going to be dangerous if she could get him to agree to such things with nothing but a smile. <br><br>"I say we forget the pack horse. We swing by the kitchen for a skin of wine and a bit of food. I have enough in my saddles to let us camp out comfortably for the night and sleep naked in the woods under the stars" he then leaned down and gently kissed her forehead. "I suppose that if you like I can even build us a fire and perhaps even entertain you with tales from my home" He wrapped hsi arms around her and he leaned down closer and whispered "Ever spent the night naked under the stars?" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 23:07:10</strong>
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				Her arms slid about his waist easily.&nbsp; "Never.&nbsp; I never had a reason to want to.&nbsp; But with you... oh, that sounds perfect.&nbsp; And who needs a fire?&nbsp; If we get cold, we have our own fur coats, lover," she added with a throaty little laugh.&nbsp; "Unless of course you want a blanket to protect our backs and and such from rocks, and sticks.&nbsp; I know there's only one thing I want poking me," she quipped with an earthy grin.&nbsp; She was definitely a warrior, with the bold innuendo that came with it.&nbsp; Besides... she loved seeing him blush.&nbsp; He usually got his revenge in such delightful ways.<br><br>"And we can definitely go for just saddlebags.&nbsp; And I can bring a couple things extra..."&nbsp; She knew where to get the oils she wanted.&nbsp; Perhaps a special massage for him tonight.&nbsp; Her mother's best gift was him, really.&nbsp; She still couldn't believe that.&nbsp; Her hands slid down to cup and squeeze his buttocks.&nbsp; "Something to make dinner and the night really fantastic.&nbsp; Maybe some oysters to add to the libido?"&nbsp; Like he needed any extra push to that!<br><br>"And we can send out a messenger to the pirates, asking for a meeting with the king.&nbsp; That way we can take a bit of time getting to the coast, instead of pushing hard to get there.&nbsp; It might not be the usual month-long wedding celebration for us, my heart, but I will take any chance, even while working to save our lands, to have a moment alone with you.&nbsp; If that's something you don't mind, of course.&nbsp; You know more about this kind of warfare than I do, and I don't wish to delay protecting the kingdoms.&nbsp; I can always have my honeymoon after we win."&nbsp; Oh, she was so damn assured there!
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 23:41:37</strong>
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				By the time they made it to the stables he was just starting to return to his normal shade instead of bright red. She was very good at getting him to blush it seemed and then there was the idea of what she had suggested. He saw a place near the shores that was warm with gentle flowing curtains. Someplace they could be naked and make as much noise as they possibly could. He saw her in this outfit that he had seen in one of his older brothers books he had gotten from a sand trader. It was very revealing and it showed a girl swirling and dancing with little cymbals on her fingers. Kaiya would look so amazing in it and even when they reached the stables now that that thought was in his mind he was blushing again. <br><br>Trotting past the gates he was amazed they had gotten out being only slightly accosted by the crowd. At one point they did have to stop long enough to exchange a kiss between them so that the crowd would part to let them pass. Varion had cupped her face and kissed her as the crowds cheered and this was not at all making him nervous like before.&nbsp; After the kiss they had galloped out of the castle and into the country side. Once the castle was out of their sight he turned on his horse and shook hsi head. <br><br>"I hate these beasts, but they are fast" he muttered. Shaking his head though he then nodded to her "When we visit my lands we are riding the kaleefs" he said referring to the large horse sized mountain goats his people preferred to ride. His had come with him to the lowlands, but it was not a fan of gravel roads and so he had taken one of the horses. <br><br>Riding over closer he stopped and then looked up at the sun. "We have a couple hours before it is to late to travel. Think you can find us a secluded area with trees and some comfortable grass before then?" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-05-2014, 23:58:32</strong>
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				She turned to him with a mock haughty expression on her face.&nbsp; "You're asking me if I can find something in the lands I grew up in that would be comfortable!&nbsp; For shame, my husband!&nbsp; I will find an oasis of beauty for us now, and then you shall pamper me tonight in compensation.&nbsp; Yes?" she replied with a laugh.&nbsp; "Especially if you plan on making me ride a giant goat.&nbsp; Then I'll have to introduce you to riding the ehlar," she added, mentioning the big cats deep in the jungles and mountains.&nbsp; The ehlar didn't come out for much, preferring their lives in the quiet jungles and the mountains, but the royal family had often ridden them.&nbsp; Few did now, but they all came to assist Kaiya.&nbsp; Now there was another thought... getting the cats of the area working with them.&nbsp; That was for later; she didn't want to spoil their lives if she didn't have to.<br><br>"Which reminds me," she commented as they rode out, the horses gleefully taking to a good speed on an easy path.&nbsp; The roads to the coast were well-marked and cleared on the sides so that thieves could not drop directly on riders or caravans from the trees ahead, so they could ride easily on the grassy swathes next to the road, letting the caravans and carts travel there with better ease.&nbsp; "What had you so red a few moments ago?&nbsp; Thinking something wicked, were you?" she asked with an arched brow as her mare moved easily along the stretch.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 00:18:46</strong>
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				Cocking a smile sideways he shook his head at her question. "Understand princess" he said as he looked at her sideways. "I have lived my life in camps and training. I have heard soldiers speak of acts that might make your ears burn out of control, but I stayed pure" Licking his lips he looked at her and smiled really wide "All purity has now been flushed form me. When I see you I can not help the depraved thoughts that go through my head" Following her closely he watched her ass bounce in the saddle a bit and he growled "And I love every last one of those dirty thoughts" <br><br>Varion smiled and then rode up beside her and whispered to her so that the passing pilgrims would not hear. "And I hope that you would not be to sore from the ride because I am going to say that due to your very constant teasing my dear i would think I am well within my rights to spank that sweet little ass of yours" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 00:24:27</strong>
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				She shot a surprised look at him.&nbsp; Spanking?&nbsp; Really?&nbsp; Then her mind turned it over a few times, and for once... she blushed.&nbsp; Or rather, flushed... with arousal.&nbsp; "You're going to make it hard to stay on the horse until we camp, prince.&nbsp; And... I look forward to hearing some of these suggestions.&nbsp; If not all of them.&nbsp; I can't wait to see what could possibly make you even bigger than you are now," she quipped.<br><br>Leaning in close herself, she added, "And we'll see just how well you do in the water, my lusty one."&nbsp; Oh, if they could get to that little glen with the waterfall and pool, with the lazy little stream that had plenty of fish... she'd teach him the best kind of bathing.&nbsp; Especially since she knew the rocks weren't sharp, but smooth-worn from both water and people leaning against them.&nbsp; "Just wait til we drink tonight," she murmured, recalling the rather potent wine she'd brought along... with a little herbal additive to make them both crazy.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 00:37:56</strong>
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				Water? Drinks? What exactly was she talking about? He followed her keeping up nice and close and for some reason not letting her get more then a few feet ahead. He had not gotten a chance to appreciate the way her backside moved yet and now he was enjoying this ride so much more then any other. More and more he was transfixed by the amazing way that she moved and he payed little attention to their surroundings. She had been leading them off the trail for some time, but when they made it to the small clearing in the woods he had to admit he was impressed. <br><br>Surrounded by the all trees was a rocky outcropping. A clear looking stream was flowing away, but there was a nice twenty or so foot waterfall feeding it. The sun was starting to get larger and preparing to set and it cast the light around in a strange orange glow. Varion had been to many different lands in his young life, but this sort of place was not what he was used to seeing. What he was used to was battlefields and keeps. This seemed like the kind of place he would die to defend and he now slid off his horse and down to the soft earth. <br><br>Without hesitation he gripped his boot in his hands and slid it off. His other soon followed and standing in his bare feet on the soft slightly warm round he wiggled his toes and then turned to her. <br><br>"I think you were right about the fire" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 00:47:23</strong>
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				Kaiya dismounted easily, stripping her own boots off quickly.&nbsp; "And the pool is deep enough to swim in, though I would not advise diving.&nbsp; Not unless you want to break your neck.&nbsp; But... I come here often to sleep when on patrol.&nbsp; The waterfall makes an excellent way to bathe... though I always wondered what it would be like to make love while standing under it."&nbsp; The look she shot him was sly and mischievous.<br><br>"An I always disliked setting up a fire here unless necessary.&nbsp; A small one for cooking, yes, but not a huge one for warmth.&nbsp; I usually just shift to cat form and sleep that way.&nbsp; Safer, I always thought."&nbsp; Of course, that was not happening unless she was in half form.&nbsp; She was not sleeping next to him as a four-footed cat, but as the two-footed variety.<br><br>"So... what do you think?&nbsp; I was hoping you might like it.&nbsp; It's one of my favorite places, really.&nbsp; Nice and quiet and away from the road."&nbsp; And someplace she'd never brought anyone else to, not even her warrior companions.&nbsp; This was her space alone, never shared until now.&nbsp; Her hands twisted slightly together in nerves as she waited for his verdict; the first time she'd ever really shown nerves.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 00:57:39</strong>
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				Varion looked around and took it all in. There was a scent to the glen as well that must have come from the flowering vines he saw on the trees. He walked closer to her and shook his head. "My first Knight commander told me that the fiercest of warriors had to have a place where they could breathe. Someplace where they could lose their armor and weapon. Someplace to be happy" Moving closer he then slid his hands to her waist and leaned in close. "That place for me is now where you are, but I think I now have a favorite place to be by your side" <br><br>Stepping back then he took their horses and led them to the far side of the glen. He tied them there to the tree and let them graze. Picking up his blanket roll he moved across to the base of a large tree and unrolled it on the grass. "As much as I want to feel that grass on my back" he said with a grin "I do not feel like laying out wet" <br><br>Pulling off his armor he lay it all down on the ground near the bedroll and did not hesitate with his leggings. Standing naked he sighed and then looked at the water before walking slowly in. "No diving right?" he told her before he jumped and slid under the water with a loud splash. It was not graceful, but neither was the man who now closed his eyes and listened to the pounding of the water from under it. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 01:05:48</strong>
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				She hurriedly stripped her own clothing after she caught her breath.&nbsp; He might have been a soldier all his life, but his tongue was rather poetic and sweet.&nbsp; There were times already she thought he might break her heart with some of his comments, they meant so much.&nbsp; She stepped into the water herself, going under to swim to the waterfall area.&nbsp; She rose, with the waterfall her backdrop, and the water cascading off her skin in rivulets.&nbsp; Her nipples puckered instantly from the contrast of the warm air and cold water, and her eyes were smoky.&nbsp; <br><br>She waited for him to rise from the water, wanting his first glimpse of her like this, all sleek and wet on the outside, waiting for him.&nbsp; She'd never made love in the water, so this would be brand new territory.&nbsp; At least they didn't have to worry about salty water here; it was sweet as could be.&nbsp; And the fish would leave them alone while they bathed and played.&nbsp; She found a spot to stan on where the water came to her knees, so everything else was on display for him.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 01:15:49</strong>
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				Rising from the water his eyes were unable to look away. The sun now danced on the water sending off colors that were not normal and every bit of it added to the sensual sight in front of him. Her skin was tinged with the oranges and reds that danced on the water. Her hair was slicked back and he could see the dark look in her eyes. Nothing about this moment could have been more perfect and so he rose dripping water off his torso slowly. She was exquisite. Never had he seen anything in his life that could capture the beauty in front of him. No painter or poet could weave something so perfect.<br><br>Two large strides in the water and he wrapped her up. His hand slid up her back to her hair his fingers tangling her locks. His other hand came up to her cheek and he loved the feel of the cool water against the warmth of her skin, but he could not focus on it. Instead what he did focus on was her lips. Full and pouting the kiss was gentle, but persistent. He wanted her and he was consumed by the fact that she was his. She was <em>his</em>.<br><br>The kiss carried on as his hand slid down from her face and along her side to her hip and pulled her body against his letting her feel how heated his member was now that after one glance at her had him losing control. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 01:29:23</strong>
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				Words would only destroy the mood.&nbsp; With his fingers in her hair, holding her face for his kiss, the way he wanted it, she surrendered to him completely.&nbsp; She was arranged for his pleasure, even if it was giving it to her as well.&nbsp; She shivered slightly, the air and her desire... and his... causing her skin to break out in gooseflesh.&nbsp; A sweet moaning sigh came from her as his mouth took hers, so sweet and passionate.<br><br>When his other hand pulled her closer, she widened her stand, parting her legs some to let her warmth there press against his hardness.&nbsp; Her hands came to grip his arms, holding him, not pulling him close.&nbsp; He was her support right now.&nbsp; She arched her body against him, telling hi silently how much she wanted him, and that he was in charge.&nbsp; She had been doing a lot of the instigating already; right now, he could do what he wanted with her.&nbsp; Any way, every way.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 01:42:03</strong>
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				The rocks on the backside of the waterfall were worn smooth from the pounding and cascading water. It had been here for a long time and it will be there for an even longer time&nbsp; past them. The smooth cool rocks were worn smooth and water rolled down them slowly. Varion didn't worry how cool they were as he lifted her up and out of the water. He carried her gently to the largest one and placed her up and on it. Sitting there he moved between her legs and looked up at her. Head level with her breasts he stared at her for a long moment and the sound of the water crashing down covered up his breathing. Then leaning closer he could only think of one thing. <br><br>Her breasts were first. His tongue began to lick the sweet tasting water off of her and then across the full swell. His face buried between her breasts and then tilting his head sideways he slid his hands along her sides to help her to lay back. His mouth captured one nipple and sucked the water from it. Letting his teeth roll over the bud he marveled at how hard it was due to the cool water. Kissing now he moved down along the undersides of her breasts and then across her stomach. <br><br>Licking a running drop of water he then pushed his head lower. Kissing her inner thigh he ran his face along the smooth skin and sighed softly. It was his tongue that came up along her thigh and then ran along the outside of her pussy lips. Even the waterfall could not cover up the sound of his growl at the taste. Hand moving along her inner thigh then he moved it up to her sex and opened her lips wide with his fingers. Now that she was so open his mouth came in and he began to suck and lick along the inner walls of her sex, but stayed very clear of the swollen nub of her clit. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 01:54:41</strong>
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				She stayed silent when he lifted her onto the rock and stood between her legs, looking at her.&nbsp; She did lift a hand to his face, stroking it down to his jaw and brushing her thumb across his lips.&nbsp; Then he moved, and her hand fell away to try and brace herself as his mouth found her breast.&nbsp; With his tongue clearing the water from it... somewhat useless an effort, since the waterfall's spray kept misting them... he eased her down on her back now, which was a bonus, because she didn't think she'd sit up much longer.<br><br>Then he latched onto a nipple, and her back arched, pressing herself into his mouth with a delighted moan.&nbsp; She gasped when his teeth raked over her puckered flesh, sending a huge shiver down her body as she reacted helplessly to the delight coursing through her.&nbsp; He was going to kill her slowly, she just knew it.&nbsp; But she'd die this way any day.&nbsp; She drew in a breath when his mouth ventured lower; she hadn't expected that.<br><br>When he moved to kiss the inside of her thigh, she tensed, knowing he was working his way to a certain area.&nbsp; She couldn't help but stay tense, especially as his tongue drew a path from her thigh to her lower lips.&nbsp; He growled, and she drew in a sharp breath, holding it.&nbsp; Her fingers splayed wide as he opened her core with his fingers, waiting... waiting..<br><br>... and then his mouth touched her, tongue lapping at her, and her hands fisted hard, her breath exploding on a passionate sob.&nbsp; There would be no way she'd be able to stay quiet during this, but she didn't want to hide just how she felt.&nbsp; He avoided the spot that she most wanted him t hit, but her hips kept lifting to him, and her thighs moved wider of their own accord.&nbsp; Her hands opened then dug into his hair, holding him there as she sobbed and gasped in need.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 02:05:44</strong>
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				Varion was inexperienced, but he was quite eager. Tongue moving along her lips and flicking up every drop of her juices he could find. The constant spraying mist went around them and the little drops were of course always licked up as soon as they landed. Tongue exploring he dipped it inside of her as well trying to taste more and more of her. Never had he felt this kind of heat or anything similar. He was surprised there was not steam rising off her body. <br><br>There was a method to him though. His fingers touched and moved and his tongue explored and tasted. Still though he avoided that hard little nub making it swell and throb. Her hips moved and he would move away. Her thighs would clench and he had to pull himself back enough so that not even his nose would brush it. She was trying hard ot get him to move, but he avoided it all cost. Then slowly he took the lips of her pussy in his mouth and sucked on them before he pulled back and looked at her. <br><br>"Kaiya" he said to her and his hand came out and ran down the front of her torso between her breasts. "Ask me to... say my name and ask me" he told her and then he leaned down again his teeth now nipping along her inner thighs teasing her even more. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 02:13:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				He was killing her softly... perhaps.&nbsp; She wasn't quite sure of that, as her body was taut with desire, even as he would back off and start her up again.&nbsp; She tried pulling him closer to her, but she wasn't strong enough, and he'd just back off, letting her cool some before going again.&nbsp; It was driving her insane with desperation and need.<br><br>Then his hand smoothed down her body as he commanded her to say his name and ask for what she wanted.&nbsp; She'd never asked before, and her body heated with a flush of both embarrassment and excitement.&nbsp; Why was he making her ask?&nbsp; "Varion.... please.... you know what I want... what I need..." she groaned, hating the fact that she felt so silly merely asking to be taken.&nbsp; To have his mouth all over her, for him to devour her.&nbsp; "Please... love..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 02:20:51</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Licking his lips he looked up at her and smiled. "I have never done this before my love, but to make you frenzied enough to ask for more" he looked wicked for a moment and then his head dipped back down again. There was no pretense this time. His mouth covered her clit sucking it in his mouth as his hand pushed up her thigh. Teeth nipping gently he scraped it over her clit. His tongue flicked back and forth as his fingers started to slowly push two fingers into her tightness. Pushing in and out he growled as his other hand came down along her body to cup her ass. Even as he sucked her nub harder his thick finger slowly slid down between the cheeks of her ass. <br><br>He circled the backdoor with the finger even as his tongue did not stop flicking back and forth along to pleasure her more. Varion had one singular focus and that was to make his bride scream. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 02:28:39</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				His mouth went straight to her clit, and her back bowed hard, a wailing cry bursting from her throat as he sucked on her, hand stroking her thigh upwards.&nbsp; Then his teeth grazed her, and she sobbed even harder, legs trying to close against him because of the intensity of what he was doing to her.&nbsp; Then she felt his fingers sliding inside her while his mouth and tongue and lips worked her hard, and her hips arched to his mouth, quivering.&nbsp; <br><br>That was when she felt his hand stroking to her ass, and one finger stroking between her cheeks.&nbsp; Now this was nothing she had ever done before; this truly was virgin territory for her.&nbsp; "Var... Var... gods!" she panted, even as she tried to both escape his touch and bring it closer.&nbsp; She wanted him to touch her, everywhere.&nbsp; She was panting hard, her eyes glazed from passion.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 02:39:04</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The sound of the water and the screams mingled together to form a roar in his head. The heat of her body was incredible and he could swear that when he touched her in that private area was when she called out his name. He may have been inexperienced, but not naive. <br><br>Varion slowly pushed his finger against her tight backdoor. Fingers inside of her he pushed along her inner walls harder then before. Soon though he felt her resisting backdoor give way and that finger pushed inside as well. He could feel his fingers pressed against each other inside of her and his mouth still did not stop flicking back and forth. Tongue constantly moving he rolled her back so that he could push his digits deeper inside of her and make her body rock back and forth. <br><br>The growl from his open mouth gurgled in his throat and he felt it rumble into her body. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 02:55:59</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				That got him a wailing scream of delight as she went not just sailing, but racing over the edge into a powerful climax.&nbsp; She flooded his mouth with her passion, crying, wailing, keening with her pleasure.&nbsp; She seemed to be going forever, unable to stop, as his mouth and fingers kept driving her higher.&nbsp; Finally her body sagged as she couldn't sustain the intensity forever.<br><br>Kaiya felt like her bones, her brain had all melted.&nbsp; The incredible sensations he'd given her had her completely wrung out and limp.&nbsp; She could barely breathe; she kept merely gasping, trying to recover from the powerful climax that had nearly destroyed her.&nbsp; "Varion..." she moaned.&nbsp; "Oh gods... Varion... you..."&nbsp; She couldn't even collect her thoughts at the moment.&nbsp; And he was still working on her!&nbsp; She couldn't wait to have him driving deep inside her... and a new thought of him driving into where his other finger was probing.&nbsp; She'd never considered her ass to be erotic, but now... oh, to be covered that way...
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 03:03:59</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Slowly he started to ease back the pressure he was putting on her. First he slowly took his fingers out of her pussy and then slid back and out of her ass. That place was so tight there was a part of him that wondered what it would be like to claim her there and he moaned at he thought. Opening his mouth he slowly detached from her sex. The smell and taste of her covered him and his face filling the mist around him. He looked at her on the rocks and slowly he slid his arms under her. Cradling her body he carried her gently towards the shore the water pounding off of his back as he sheltered her. <br><br>Carrying her to the shore he then moved to the blankets he had laid out and gently placed her on them and then he lay down beside her. His hand came out stroking her torso and wiping the water away slowly. Reaching over he picked up the wine skin and pulled it closer and then uncorked it with his teeth. He offered it to he panting woman hoping to help her to regain her breath. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 03:18:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya looked up at him when he laid her down, her breath still coming hard and fast.&nbsp; When he offered her a drink, she took it, then lifted a slightly shaky hand to his face.&nbsp; "That was incredible, Varion.&nbsp; You made me feel so special..."&nbsp; She tugged him down for a gentle kiss, body still slightly trembling.&nbsp; "But you haven't..." she trailed off.<br><br>"Gods, I love you so much, my wonderful bear man."&nbsp; She moved the bottle aside, and wrapped her arms about him, holding him tight.&nbsp; "But there's just one thing I need now from you."&nbsp; Leaning to press her mouth next to his ear, she whispered, "I want to have you hard inside me... taking me any way you want.&nbsp; I need to feel you pounding into me, and making me scream again.&nbsp; Please, my bear, please take me..."<br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 03:34:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The smile on his face was soft when she then kissed him. She barely brushed his lips, but he was glad to taste the wine on them. She would need it to fortify her strength that much was clear. The very fact that he was done with her and that she was still trembling worried him and he did not want her to be cold. When she came into his arms he wrapped her up tightly and was content holding her cooler body agains this warm one when she moved up to his ear. <br><br>The change was dramatic. <br><br>Varion had never felt the change come on before, but not this time. It was if her voice had reached inside of his mind and flipped a switch. The response was immediate and dramatic. Arms growing and the thick fur of his bear now mingling with his human form. The heat radiating off of him now was like a furnace and his breath rattled. She was so soft and small in this form against his body. There was a thought that he might break her, but he knew she was stronger then that. Wicked and soft he could feel her body and it was not trembling. It was wrapping around him. <br><br>He moved her now maneuvering her to her knees on the soft yet warm blanket. Behind her now he let his hands move down her back the claws dragging, but not cutting as they left red streaks down her back. Leaning down he then he placed both hands on her ass and he made a rumbling sound. His cool nose pressed at the top of her ass and he rumbled as he nipped the soft flesh there. Spreading her open wide he moved himself up behind her and then instead of sliding into her cunt he pressed agaisnt her ass cheeks and his heated and unsheathed member slid between the cheeks. <br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 03:42:16</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya felt him suddenly go to his bearman state, and she trembled with desire.&nbsp; This was another thing she hadn't expected, but she knew she could handle it.&nbsp; Wanted to handle it.&nbsp; Just as, at some other time, he'd take her catform in his human state.&nbsp; But for now... to feel him driving that big cock into her cunt... oh how she wanted that.<br><br>Flipped onto her knees, she braced herself, feeling his claws scrape gently against her skin as he maneuvered her the way he wanted.&nbsp; Then he bigger shock; his cold nose pressed the top of her ass as his hands parted it, and she gasped in surprise.&nbsp; Then he nipped her, and she let loose a little gasp again.&nbsp; "Varion..." she whimpered pleadingly.&nbsp; She felt his cock slide between her asscheeks, and she instinctively pushed backwards, imploring him to take her.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 03:47:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Teeth that nipped her back when she called his name was his only response. Sliding back and forth between the cheeks of her ass he was leaking his clear fluid all along the crevice. His mouth oepned and he made another guttural groan as his hips changed to push his knot at her tight back door. <br><br>Nearly bent over her body he slid one of his large arms down and under her hips lifting up her ass to offer it more to him. His other placed on her back to push her shoulders down. A short growl and the head of his cock pushed at her asshole and then insisted it be inside of her. Pushing past the tight ring he groaned and his head came back. The feeling was incredible and holding himself there he panted the sound of his breathing loud. Then slowly he began to push deeper into her small frame until he felt the fur of his thighs brush the backs of hers. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 03:56:08</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She was panting frantically as he slowly worked himself into her ass, the pressure astonishing, the pain there... but also the pleasure.&nbsp; He had forced her head down with her shoulders, and the other arm held her up close so that there was little wiggle room at all.&nbsp; He was taking her, and she was going to let him, because she had no choice.&nbsp; And she wanted it.<br><br>"God... VARION!" she shouted when he was finally completely inside her.&nbsp; She felt stuffed so full she might not even be able to ride tomorrow.&nbsp; She wanted more of his touch, and she begged for it, asking that he stroke her as well, to play with her and make her scream again.&nbsp; She could have shifted at this point, but she didn't want to.&nbsp; He felt too damn good this way.&nbsp; Any shifter enjoyed multiple ways of lovemaking, and this was only one of them.&nbsp; She arched her neck to the side, presenting it to him for marking, knowing he'd not savage her.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 04:04:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				So tight.... the feeling was more then he ever had thought of. Hot and welcoming her could feel every ridge and every part of her. He did not move letting ehr feel all of him buried inside of her and adjust. Of course there was no total adjustment to it and he opened his mouth to growl when he heard her again. She wanted more. She wanted his hands and for him to take her. She wanted the sore and tight feeling all at once. She wanted him to take all of her. Head tilting slowly to the side he let out a noise and leaned down over her. <br><br>As his hips started to move it was slow, but the pace slowly started to build. Soon though the hand holding her hips had moved now to between her legs and was rubbing her cunt. It started just by moving all over her sex and then once his hand was again covered with her juices he pushed down harder and frigged her little nub rubbing it back and forth. He was taking her and it was hard and deep. His body was taking hers and her ass and cunt were again being used by him for his pleasure. <br><br>But he was not done. <br><br>Her neck had given him access and his mouth leaned down to take it. He did not pierce the skin but instead pinched down to hold her in place. He was rumbling against her skin as he held her there. He had her entire body now and literally could rip her apart, but he didn't. He took her. He made her his. He fucked her ass and her cunt while every moan she made caused his tongue to vibrate because he had her neck deeply embedded between his jaws. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 04:12:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She felt as though she might be ripped apart... but in such a damn good way.&nbsp; He built up slowly, and his hand was then working between her legs, playing with her cunt and clit, and she pretty much went wild beneath him, her cries sharp and needy, her language rather salty at this point.&nbsp; She was his little fucktoy at the moment, and she adored it.<br><br>When his fangs clamped down about her throat, she couldn't help but swallow and moan, since she was held captive in his arms.&nbsp; Her brain was scrambled, her body on fire with a need so intense she couldn't believe it.&nbsp; She came against his fingers, but he definitely wasn't done with her yet, and she had to endure more fingerplay, more stimulation.&nbsp; She wasn't going to complain, but he body would be pretty useless for a bit after this.&nbsp; He was definitely going to have to wait on her afterwards, since she doubted she'd be even moving.&nbsp; Gladly so.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 04:23:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It might have been her incredibly tight ass gripping and milking his cock. It might have been the sweet feeling of her cunt spasming again and again to the point that her juices were dripping down his fingers. It might have been the feeling of absolute power he had over her with her very life pulsing under his fangs and her offering even more of it to him. It might have been a combination of those things that caused the loud roar to rumble from his chest and into her neck, but it wasn't.<br><br>It was the sounds. Her sounds babbling his name, the foul language, the begging, all of it mingled together and he pushed against her ass very hard. He was deeper then he had ever been when he felt himself swell and then the cum came out in thick ropes without abandon. His body shook and he could not any longer stand. With a roar he released her throat and panting hard fell over onto his side taking her with him. His cock still buried deep inside of her and twitching as it continued to dribble cum into her. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 04:29:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya shuddered as he came hard inside her, then literally collapsed to the side.&nbsp; Breathing hard, she just lay there, accepting everything, eyes wide in shocked pleasure.&nbsp; "Oh... gods..." she whimpered, barely able to gather her scattered wits.&nbsp; She didn't even have the energy to move away from him.&nbsp; "Good thing... we... stopped... for the night," she managed to pant out with a light laugh.<br><br>Her brain had shut down almost literally, so incredible was the feeling.&nbsp; She was sore, and likely would be a while, but it hadn't been horrible like she'd feared.&nbsp; It had been so different, yet so satisfying and intense... she couldn't wait to do it again.&nbsp; After a few days... at least.&nbsp; She needed to be able to fight sometime soon, after all.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 04:47:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Shifting slowly back to his form as they lie there and as he did his cock slid out of her. The feeling was cold and not welcome and he longed for her warmth again. and so he drew her closer. He pulled the kit closer and breaking off small chunks of bread he fed them both and smiled as he did so. "Might need your energy for the morning" he teased and then pulled her close. With a gentle pull he brought the blanket up to gather around them and then as a final thought he pulled his ax to his back. He didn't let her even move out his arms and he was not about to when his eyes closed and he drifted quickly to sleep. <br><br>His eyes opened some time later and his senses were alive. One of the horses had snorted loud enough that even over the waterfall he had heard them. He lay there not breathing until he heard the twig snap and his suspicions were confirmed. Without making much of a move he still had his arm wrapped over Kaiya and he shifted like he was still sleeping. "No sound" he whispered knowing the water cascading down nearby would cover his whisper from whatever was closing in, but Kaiya was trained. "At least three" he said again and then he drew in and out a breath. "Roll away from me..... now" <br><br>The move was quick as he rolled away from his bride. His hands coming onto the handle of the ax he pushed hard off the ground and when he came up with his feet under him he was ready and waiting. Naked, but still deadly. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 04:55:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya had woken along with him as the horse snorted, and he went still behind her.&nbsp; When he rolled away, she did as well, not shifting, but grabbing her sword.&nbsp; Her bow was better for range, but she wasn't seeing things completely yet.&nbsp; Then came that bloody, blasted voice...<br><br>"Well, well, my lady princess.&nbsp; I had no idea you would provide such a wonderful gift as your appearance," came a smooth, amused voice.&nbsp; "And if you don't have your companion cover up, he might find himself at Goro's mercy.&nbsp; Goro does love a brawny, well-made young man, he does."&nbsp; A light flared, and a torch was lit... then another and another.&nbsp; A man strode into the area, sword at hand, and his back silk shirt and pants ballooning about his limbs easily.&nbsp; A black silk cloth wrapped around his black hair, making the man look like a breath of night.<br><br>"Imagine my surprise seeing tracks out this way.. and then finding you here.&nbsp; You should have invited me to the party, my dear."&nbsp; Stepping close, with Kaiya standing tall and proud, though pale and naked, he reached for her hand and kissed the back, watching both her and Varion closely.&nbsp; "Allow me to introduce myself.&nbsp; Rajuf Al'Hamra, the Pirate King.&nbsp; I believe we crossed swords more than once, my fetching little moonflower."&nbsp; His eyes wandered over her delectable form, something that he obviously appreciated and wanted.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 05:06:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				His eyes had quickly adjusted to the light, but it took him a second to piece it all together. There was eight of them and they had moved in a semi circle in front of them. He could see the glint of steel and weapons were drawn, but not raised. Jaw clenched he darted his eyes up to the trees and he was not certain, but there was something up there. He could smell the stench of the ocean and ti stood out among the clear smell of the water in the glade. <br><br>His peripheral vision caught the swagger of the man closer to Kaiya and then when he spoke his stomach turned. Every muscle in his body tensed when he took her hand and kissed it. Then he saw her eyes rom and something inside of him snapped. The ax he had been holding in front of him spun slowly and the point at the tip of the weapon pointed at the man who had dared touch his wife. He was far enough away that he could not stab, but the motion was clear. <br><br>"Private party only" came the sound of the voice that that was twinged with his hybrid form. He was already fighting to control it. "And I might not be able to kill all of you before your men take me down, but I assure you that I will get you before I fall unless you back up and bring your eyes away from my bride" he paused there for a breath and then added "Right.... now" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 05:15:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The man with the dark, mischievous eyes grinned, the flash of white teeth against the dark skin and darker goatee appealing.&nbsp; "Bride?&nbsp; Ah, princess, you didn't wait for me?&nbsp; I told you I'd claim you."&nbsp; Kaiya suddenly grinned.&nbsp; <br><br>"And I told you it would be when the hellgods made flower chains and swore peace on earth."&nbsp; She turned and headed towards her clothing, pulling on pants and shirt quickly.&nbsp; "Of course, feel free to argue with my husband over that option.&nbsp; You might be able to get your sniper in the trees to hit him... but I doubt you'd get much pleasure since you'd be dead before they could soot.&nbsp; And if for some reason you weren't, and he died... I would rip you from stem to stern with my bare hands."<br><br>The pirate king's people went still in shock, as did their king.&nbsp; Suddenly he burst into laughter.&nbsp; "Gods, I'd forgotten how sharp a wit you have, as well as your regular claws.&nbsp; Come, I won't taunt you any longer.&nbsp; But I heard news that you were heading in my direction, but with a single guard.&nbsp; Now that I know he was brave enough to marry you, congratulations.&nbsp; But why this way?&nbsp; I also got word of a negotation?&nbsp; A truce?"&nbsp; He looked at them both, now somber and serious.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 05:31:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion's eyes did not waver not the the man was in them. He didn't blink and the ax did not shake. His wife smiling and even her joshing comments were ignored since he never looked away. He really did not like the way this man looked at her. Something about him rubbed him the wrong way or perhaps it was the fact that he so blatantly never looked at him. His eyes were on Kaiya and the young prince clenched and was not about to give these people any modicum of trust. <br><br>When Kaiya was dressed he slowly brought the ax back to rest on his shoulder. His eyes then wandered to the king and he shook his head. There was no honor in this and Varion was less impressed with them the more the moments ran on. How could Kaiya consider any kind of a truce with these people? There was no way he was going to lower his weapon or turn his back enough to get dressed, but at least now walking over he was able to put himself between this so called King and her. <br><br>"You want to speak that's fine, but I don't find it proper under your gaze in this darkness. Let alone from the two men you have in the trees and the four more waiting in the back off the trail in case we made a break for the horses. You want to talk fine, but you bring one other over to speak with us on equal footing" Cocking his head he then looked down at the slightly shorter man and shook his head "Or are we so intimidating that you need me naked and all these fighters to make you feel safe?" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 05:38:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rajuf threw his head back with a boisterous laugh.&nbsp; "I keep them about me not because I fear you, but because I fear slavers.&nbsp; They will take anyone, my prince."&nbsp; He turned, though his people watched Varion carefully.&nbsp; "Com, my little ones.&nbsp; Join us."&nbsp; Two dropped from the trees, one a man, the othr a woman in a pair of very tight-fitting leather pants, boots, and a bustier with a flowing jacket over it.&nbsp; <br><br>"Meet Talia Ashire, my second," said the pirate, gesturing to the woman, whose chest was well-displayed.&nbsp; She looked Varion over as intently as Rajuf had Kaiya, and a soft little growl emerged from Kaiya's throat.&nbsp; "Keep ogling, and I'll kill you myself, bitch."&nbsp; Said with a smile, it was somewhat unnerving to have the princess so fierce over a man.&nbsp; Talia backed up some, though she couldn't help but admir.&nbsp; Especially since he was still naked.&nbsp; <br><br>"I believe he uses both sword and axe with great skill," she commented, making the other men laugh raucously.&nbsp; Rajuf did not, though, as he noted the feelings each of their 'hosts' had for each other.&nbsp; A true match, eh?&nbsp; He might be able to use that, somehow.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 05:58:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion cocked his head with a smile. "I think your fears are misplaced Rajuf" he said after the slaver comment. "I am far more dangerous then they are. If you feel the need to find someone to vouch for my skill then you should seek out Captain Betancourt who sailed with he crew along the Kinst coast" he spun the ax handle along his shoulder and then finished "I can offer the name of a few mediums so you can find him in the afterlife" <br><br>Varion nodded his head at the introduction, but still his eyes did not leave the man in front of him. <em>Find the enemies head and take it off</em> came the reminder in his head. There was just as little trust in the eyes facing him as he had for the one in front of him. The man smiled, but his hand never strayed far from his weapons. There was the way they approached and the charming smile that was meant to disarm them. It was an act though. Varion could see the scars on the backs of his hands and the knicks in the blade of his weapon. Straightening up Varion sighed and then shook his head. <br><br>"I am not one much for negotiation and this was Kaiya's idea. I thought that you would try a trick and be unwilling to meet on equal ground" Sneering he shook his head "Can't imagine why. Now if you would not mind your highness" he stepped up closer to the man in front of him and held himself there. He could literally hear the men behind their leader tightening their grip on the leather handles of their weapons, but he had faced down a horde not backed down. There was no way this group was going to get him to dishonor himself. "I would like a few moments to get dressed before you can hear the conditions of the truce" he paused and then added "And what would be frightening enough for us to come this far and get ambushed yet still be willing to talk to you if only to warn you of what is coming" <br><br>Finally he stepped back out of his face and to Kaiya's side. "Build us a fire and we will come to join you at it" he offered. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 06:19:39</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Rajuf's mocking smile faded as he listened to Varion completely.&nbsp; "Graves, Hawkin... make a fire, please.&nbsp; Sivertongue... get the packs.&nbsp; We can share with our hosts.&nbsp; As long as you don't mind pirate wine.&nbsp; And no, it's not grog or rum.&nbsp; I prefer an excellent vintage, personally."&nbsp; He waved a hand.&nbsp; "Dress yourself.&nbsp; Weapons away, my little ones," he commented.<br><br>"But sire... we be trusting them?" asked the other man who had dropped from the trees in a whispery voice.&nbsp; "Yes, Wren, we are.&nbsp; The princess is a woman of honor; I have to assume her mate is the same.&nbsp; Me, I have precious little of it left, but I do recall what it was like to be a gentleman.&nbsp; Before that was stolen from me, of course.&nbsp; So weapons away."&nbsp; Reluctantly, the pirates sheathed their weapons, and Talia and Wren unstrung their bows.<br><br>"Now, I know there is something moving about; even the slavers have been restless, hunting more, and they do not often vary their attacks just because of sheer market overload.&nbsp; What do you know of what is going on to make our world so unsteady, my royal friends?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-05-2014, 15:53:10</strong>
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				When the weapons returned to their sheath's Varion nodded. Lowering his ax for the first time he turned to Kaiya and made a little bit of a face. <em>I still don't like this</em> was the expression he sent her way. Moving to his clothes though he pulled on his armor and boots before spinning the handle around to lock the weapon in place. He stopped short of putting on his shield arm, an act he only did when he expected combat, before considering himself dressed. <br><br>As he walked back to the fire that the pirates had build towards the edge of the clearing he heard the question and shook his head "We are not truly certain yet. The concern at this point is the Horde. If the rumors our scouts have brought back are true they are massing larger then they ever have in the past. They seemed to be training and even marching in formations" Pausing the young prince shook his head and looked at the flames. Every time he spoke about this it seemed to get worse and worse. It was a larger threat growing in his mind and something more unsettled him. Looking around the fire he let his eyes fall on Kaiya and knew he trusted her and so he trusted her decisions. <br><br>"When I was a child the shaman used to scare us with stories of the riders of the storms. Clad all in black they came from the volcano islands in the deep sea to the west. If the horde was our enemy then these were surely of our nightmares. They rode through our lands cutting swatches of death and destruction. When they died they burst into flame and no one saw any outside of their armor. The horrid beasts they rode were fast and swift like horses, but carried spike on their hooves and a smell of sulfur around them. They took no prisoners, spared no house, and negotiated with no one. No portraits were ever made and our people let them pass into memory like shadows hoping that they would never come out again. It has been thousands of years nd I think that most believe the entire legend to be made up. Something about a plague or a rebellion that has long since passed into memory" <br><br>Varion shook his head "Stories to scare children to behave. Stories to make certain that they went to bed and ate all their supper" His eyes settled on Kaiya a moment and he waited enough time to draw a breath in and out. Turning to the pirate then he continued. "Riders in black accompany the horde. They seem to be the ones training and in charge of them. They cover themselves totally in armor and if it is what I fear then we are not facing a raid or even the enslavement of our people. I fear this army marches for war"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>31-05-2014, 01:44:51</strong>
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				Both Kaiya and the pirates listened to him, and Kaiya moved closer, taking his hand after he told the tale, stroking his arm gently.&nbsp; "That is definitely not sounding good.&nbsp; War.&nbsp; I know we have what we think of as war, but... not masses of soldiers marching on each other.&nbsp; We skirmish, ambush, raid... but not war," she said quietly, regarding Rajuf.&nbsp; He nodded, his expression somber, all traces of mockery gone.<br><br>"There are legends," he said slowly, as if not wanting to validate Varion's comments.&nbsp; "They mention such riders in them, born of fire, dying in fire.&nbsp; Some say they were offspring of demons, others cursed of the elven nation... who knows.&nbsp; All I recall is... the tales were never good.&nbsp; If we are to fight that..."&nbsp; Rajuf shook his head.<br><br>"We need to bring in the other captains.&nbsp; Some will not want this, but we can't afford not to," said Talia quietly.&nbsp; "I can summon them to you.&nbsp; Do you wish to meet here at the coast, or... take a look at your palace?"&nbsp; Kaiya's head lifted proudly.&nbsp; "I would say the palace... but I would need to speak with my husband and my father about that.&nbsp; The queen is... not well at the moment, and I wouldn't wish to stress her.&nbsp; Though there are certain people I wouldn't mind stressing," she added with a wry expression, thinking of her bitch sister.<br><br>"I would be willing, if you choose the palace as a location, to bind my sword," offered Rajuf slowly.&nbsp; His people, especially Talia, stared at him in shock.&nbsp; Binding the sword meant he would literally tie it into the sheath, and drawing it would require the severing of the bond.&nbsp; It was a sign of incredible trust, and Kaiya's head snapped to him as he said it.&nbsp; "Of course, I would hope you would as well, but... my people are used to fighting in subtle ways, not the bold outright attacks of soldiers.&nbsp; You know this, my princess," he said with a mildly flirtatious grin that didn't seem to have a whole lot of punch to it.&nbsp; "If it makes the palace feel safer, my people will bind the sword.&nbsp; I say nothing of knives, but we will only walk about with ones good enough for eating.&nbsp; Everything else would be left in quarters."<br><br>Kaiya looked at Varion with a slightly pleading expression.&nbsp; She wanted to bring them to the palace, but she also wanted to meet them at the coast.&nbsp; The coast would put things to the pirates' advantage, while the palace shifted it to their own.&nbsp; "We... could expand this, or find a meadow close by, and set up between our places.&nbsp; I can't guarantee food quantities and quality, but it is an option, to make it balanced."&nbsp; Looking at her husband, she asked, "What do you think?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>02-06-2014, 21:00:09</strong>
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				Varion listened and thought long and hard. There was something to be said for getting this man inside the walls of the castle, but he had shown great trust in saying he would bind his sword. Varion looked down at Kaiya and again considered exactly what it would all mean to throw themselves in league with these people. A pirate nation existed, but would they all fall in line for this man? A nation of rogues and brigands following the orders of only one? A nation that was founded on not following rules uniting to fight against a common enemy? He had his doubts, but Kaiya was set on this and so he raised his eyes and shook his head. <br><br>"Not inside the city. Not because of who you are, but because of what you have done. We can promise you safety from the crown, but mercenaries and pissed off merchants seeing you wandering around might cause a large problem. Not to mention the political upheaval we might face from the coastal land owners. Best to keep this under wraps and quiet until the time comes when it might be needed.&nbsp; Convincing a nation to forgive pirates before they shed blood for them will be a lot harder then after they see them fighting a common enemy" he then said with a smile. <br><br>"Meet with the king. Meet with his captains. Kaiya and I will assure your safety to a small village between the coast and the capitol. That way everyone can be safe and there will not be any misunderstandings.. Like tonight" he added the last bit with an incline of his head. Varion still did not trust any of these people, but he had to put aside his concerns. After all he had fought with mercs before and were pirates all that different? <br><br>He let go of Kaiya's hand then and stepped close to Rajuf. "I do not speak for the King and have no mind to, but he will listen to reason. He knew we intended to speak with you and he will meet with you. Outside of that it is out of my hands" Stopping a step away he then added "But I do speak for me. If you are trying to do a double cross or use these people then I will end it. Not just you, but every pirate I can find. Keep your word and I will shed blood for you the same as any I have sworn to defend. Cross me and I will shed your blood on my claws" He started to extend his hand and then stopped. <br><br>Narrowing hsi eyes he shook his head and stared at Rajuf "and don't ever sneak up on me sleeping again" He paused for a moment and then extended his arm to the man in a gesture of friendship. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>04-06-2014, 05:39:55</strong>
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				Rajuf nodded slowly, extending his own hand to shake Varion's.&nbsp; "I speak for the majority of intelligent pirates who see the things coming as not good.&nbsp; There are some who will go their own way, and I cannot and will not force them to obey me.&nbsp; I am considered king because I have the most... most ships, most power, most charm."&nbsp; A flash of his pearly whites made Kaiya chuckle.<br><br>"And the most ego," she added with a grin.&nbsp; He bowed charmingly, then regarded her with bright eyes.<br><br>"Ego is necessary; the minute I try and be humble, the more it looks like I'm losing power, and the attempts begin.&nbsp; Well, in more earnest, anyway.&nbsp; There are always attempts.&nbsp; That's why I have Quickfingers here," he said as he gestured to Talia, "and a couple other assets that I shall not name just yet.&nbsp; You don't trust us; well, we perforce don't trust you either.&nbsp; Some of us became pirates because we were chased from regular society by those who viewed us as enemies.&nbsp; Some became criminals to survive.&nbsp; And many of us are escaped slaves.&nbsp; So we trust little in law, because it has been used against us to drive us to this.&nbsp; Of course, there are the ones who just plain love cruelty... but you find them anywhere."<br><br>Kaiya nodded at that; she had that in her own family.&nbsp; "Do you think it wise for someone to come along with us, back to the palace, or should we do all negotiations by courier until we establish that village we will meet in?"&nbsp; She looked to Varion before looking to Rajuf, wanting his take on the options they had.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>04-06-2014, 23:33:37</strong>
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				"No" he said softly to Kaiya and then louder he turned to the group. "It would not be a good idea for the princess of the realm to be seen with any pirate not in chains" <br><br>"Right now as far as the populace is concerned you are all still enemies and wanted by the state. We walk in with one of you, especially one of you that is recognizable, could be a disaster" he said to them. The fires flickered around them slowly and he considered them all in turn. "We are not going to risk losing support at a critical time. When you have orc blood smeared across your swords then we can talk about that. Also" Pausing then he turned to point at Rajuf "You and I both know that there are some of them that will not go along with this and even some that might go to the other side. You have to be prepared to deal with them because if not then we will and it will get ugly fast" <br><br>He paused there and then walked to the pirate king. Taking him by the shoulder h walked with him closer to the waterfall and lowered his voice. WIth his back to the fire and not letitng people see their faces he spoke in a low tone. <br><br>"One of them that is with you has been in the outlands. They stink of goblin mead. Now I am not certain this is something that is normal for your men, but it is addicting. I have seen powerful warriors lose control if they do not get some and be willing to do anything to get it. Who ever is drinking that... do not trust that man" he then stood up and pointed to Talia "You send her to the King. She goes in merchant clothes. Have her wait by the front gates for the messenger to come and ask for her by name. Then she can speak on your behalf to set up the meet. No promises of what the king will say, but is Kaiya approves then he will" <br><br>He turned then to walk back to the group and cleared his throat "And since you have all already ahd the show I would ask that you let us retire for the rest of the night. We worked up a sweat before you came and we need rest before the sun rises in a few short hours" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>05-06-2014, 05:49:20</strong>
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				Rajuf nodded when Varion spoke to him of the man smelling of goblin mead.&nbsp; He had known there was something wrong with the man, just not what.&nbsp; It was a man he already was wary of; this just cemented the deal.&nbsp; Sometimes even the Pirate King had to play politics.&nbsp; "I was aware there was something wrong, but it was a good thing you telling me that.&nbsp; I know to have him watched."<br><br>When Varion said his next piece, about sending Talia, he glanced at her, lifting a brow, and she nodded.&nbsp; She'd do it.&nbsp; He knew she would, but it was nice to have that confirmed.&nbsp; He followed the big warrior back to the fire and picked up his drink, spluttering the mouthful of the canteen's contents when Varion next spoke.&nbsp; The show?!&nbsp; Gods!<br><br>Kaiya chuckled at that, though she wasn't fond of the idea of Talia coming to the palace.&nbsp; The woman still looked at Varion as if she was dying of thirst and he was a gigantic cask of icy water, and she was ready to drink him all down.&nbsp; The princess was not going to allow that, and she really didn't want to end a possible alliance, no matter how uneasy it might be, by needing to kill off the second in command to the pirate king.&nbsp; "Sleep?" she murmured quietly, looking over to Varion with a brow raised.&nbsp; He really wanted to sleep?<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>05-06-2014, 13:05:44</strong>
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				Tilting his head Varion watched the gathered pirates begin to pick up their things from around the fire. "Eventually sleep" he responded to Kaiya without looking over at her. "We have to get ourselves back to the castle tomorrow to inform your father of what is happening and then at some point we need to head out to the" he stopped then and licked his hips and then turned to look at her. "You have a bag with you that smells incredible. I peeked earlier and there are some kinds of oils inside and I have to admit that I want to know what they are for. The night is warm we have a bit of fire now for light and a curious husband" He smiled lightly at her face and then chewed his cheek. "So yes sometime before the sun rises..... sleep" <br><br>He bid the Rajuf a speedy journey with a stern eye on him as he said his goodbyes to his wife. He gave Talia the name of the small inn just past the main gates. It was good for travelers and she would be able to blend in there while they worked things out on the political level. She should give them a few days, but then be ready by the third night. He watched the younger man who was now sweating head away from the camp. He had seen the effects of the evil mead before. It consumed even good men to the point of madness. The worst part was the only ways to get it was to take it from a dead member of the horde.... or to barter with them. The latter was the far more frightening. <br><br>Finally alone again in the glade Varion sighed and looked around. Tension had been building in him and he hated standoffs that left him like this. His body was prepared for combat an instead now he had to let his muscles and his mind relax. Stripping off his chest piece he tossed it back beside the bedroll and then took a long drink of water. "Well princess" he said as he turned to face her. "Would you like to explain to me why every single move you made seemed to make that man excited enough to burst?" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-06-2014, 00:59:34</strong>
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				Kaiya chuckled at Varion's replies, but waited patiently while Rajuf and his people headed off.&nbsp; The pirate king had kissed her hand lingeringly, knowing it was going to irritate Varion.&nbsp; Rajuf was a man who valued knowing the reactions of his friends and enemies, the better to manipulate them, she knew.&nbsp; He was very skilled at getting people to do things they wouldn't normally do.&nbsp; Most people, anyway, she thought with an inner smirk.&nbsp; "I'll be happy to let you know what those scents are all about, my heart," she replied.<br><br>When her husband stripped his chestpiece off, she nearly drooled.&nbsp; She did so love his body, as well-cut as it was.&nbsp; She started over to him when he was getting a drink, but stopped with a frown at his next question.&nbsp; "What do you mean by that?" she asked calmly, though her eyes flashed dangerously.&nbsp; Was he saying she'd been encouraging Rajuf?&nbsp; Trying to tease ad irritate Varion himself?&nbsp; That had better not be what he thought.&nbsp; Else she'd educate him quite... firmly... on the matter.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-06-2014, 15:06:38</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Hearing the tone of her voice Varion grinned lightly he closed the distance between them. "I mean princess" he said as he walked "That I am going to have to get used to being married to a woman who can turn men's heads. I am going to have to get used to the fact that they are going to be envious and sometimes flirt with you. It means that I am now in possession of something that other men will lust after and want to have for their own" finally coming to stand in front of her he reached out and put his hands on her hips "I mean that you are not only beautiful, but also quite sensual and I am going to have to get used to seeing men look at you with lust in their heart"<br><br>Staring at her then he shook his head. "I can not blame them. Looking at you myself I get filled with those very same thoughts. It will just mean that every so often when a man stoops to kiss your hand or turn your head that I am going to take you extra hard in order to remind myself that you do in fact now belong to me" Smiling lightly he leaned down and kissed her cheek and then moved to her neck slowly. He took his time there with slow soft kisses before he finally came back to look down at her and then to step back "It will keep me on my toes to make certain I never take you for granted" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>09-06-2014, 18:20:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She wasn't grinning when he started speaking, feeling that perhaps he believed she was encouraging Rajuf, when it was a game they'd played... well, he'd played to annoy her... for some time.&nbsp; But when he started describing how she turned men's heads, that others would be envious and would flirt, and that they would lust after having her, her eyes widened and she actually checked about her to make sure he was talking about her.&nbsp; She knew she wasn't ugly, but as a woman who fought, she had no fluttery softness to her, not really.&nbsp; She was a princess and a lady when needed, but her heart lay in defending her kingdom.<br><br>"I belong to you?&nbsp; And who was getting eyes cast in their direction?&nbsp; Who was admiring some tall, handsome husband of mine, hmmm?&nbsp; Is that why you wanted the Quickfingers woman as ambassador?" she asked, but not in the waspish tone she might have used before his explanation.&nbsp; Her smile indicated she was not upset, her eyes flashed more merrily then before.&nbsp; She leaned upwards to nip his chin lightly.&nbsp; "It goes both ways, my heart.&nbsp; I have the urge to destroy all those other woman who think they can have you.&nbsp; They cannot.&nbsp; They will suffer if they try.&nbsp; I see how their eyes follow you, and I truly don't blame them for wanting such a perfect example of masculine beauty.&nbsp; But you're mine, beloved."&nbsp; She kissed his chin now, her hand slipping to stroke just below his waist, but not his package behind his pants.&nbsp; Who said she couldn't tease?
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>09-06-2014, 19:02:40</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Grinning wide he let her nip and fuss and then shook his head. "I simply know that a woman in a tense situation would be more apt to keep a clear head and stay away from violence" he told her with a wink. "And I suppose that means that the soldiers who used to brag about having multiple women at once and being the experience of a lifetime is right out for me then?" Grabbing her hips then he lifted her up and spun her around to pin her back against the tree and smile wide. <br><br>"I guess that just means you are going to have to be as good as three women at once all by yourself" he told her as he moved his hips against hers. In a slow grinding motion he was pressing against her and grinning wide. He could not recall ever having his mind so clouded before. It was always clear and focused but now when around Kaiya and knowing they were wanting each other his world became fuzzy at best. He wanted her and his body was more then willing to respond. <br><br>His fingers moved now to her top and slowly started t work to peel it away from her skin. "Though I must confess there is something encouraging about you educating another female that I am yours" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>10-06-2014, 06:03:09</strong>
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				"My education, my darling heart... would doubtfully have her survive.&nbsp; I am feline, after all.&nbsp; I am very capable in a catfight."&nbsp; She nuzzled his cheek, arching into him, making it harder to get her clothes off.&nbsp; She was feeling rather playful now, or at least, needing to burn off the tension having the pirates there had caused.&nbsp; She just wanted to see how far he was willing to go... and still keep her clothing intact.&nbsp; She was going to be upset if he ruined her clothes, since she had some of her most comfortable traveling gear on.<br><br>Kaiya let her hand slide down between then, and she toyed with him through his pants.&nbsp; "Now, if you rip my clothing, I'll have to shift to cat on the way home now.&nbsp; So be careful, my love, and don't ruin a good ride on the morrow."&nbsp; She snickered, knowing she was driving him nuts.&nbsp; He deserved it after that crack about Rajuf.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>10-06-2014, 15:13:40</strong>
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				There was a loud growl that rumbled from him at her teasing touch. She was able to push more then a few buttons on him though he was not sure himself of what those buttons were. This was so new and unknown to him, but it was amazing fun. He loved her and that much was certain in his head. When she mentioned the ride again he thought about the way her ass bounced up and down against the saddle and he shook his head. "I would never want to ruin that bounce" he told her as he looked down.<br><br>With her back to the tree though he reached down and placed both his hands on her ass. Lifting her up and pulling her hips towards him. He ground his manhood that was tenting against his breeches into her body and held her up there in front of him. "I do not need even to get your clothing off love" he told her as he pumped his hips against hers. He made a groaning sound as his hardness rubbed back and forth against hers and he moved his face closer. <br><br>"I could get of just form being this close to you" e licked his lips and then put his lower lip in his teeth. Biting down he grunted as his hips pushed harder against hers. "But I would so much rather have our naked bodies" He whispered softly to her at the end of his request. "Please"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>10-06-2014, 17:47:09</strong>
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				That please did it.&nbsp; She shifted around a bit, writhing like the cat she was, until she'd managed to get her feet on the ground.&nbsp; Then she slowly... slowly!... began to remove her clothing.&nbsp; "You make me melt when you ask, my lover," she purred softly, sweetly.&nbsp; When she finally got her clothing off, she spread her arms.&nbsp; "Ground, tree, me riding you, you riding me?"<br><br>It didn't matter to her really.&nbsp; Any of them would bring great pleasure to her, and to him.&nbsp; She hoped they wouldn't truly explode some day from the pleasure they took in each other.&nbsp; She put all thoughts of the coming war out of her head; for the moment, they were simply on a honeymoon night out.&nbsp; She didn't want to think of the possibility of him getting wounded or killed in the upcoming conflict.&nbsp; It was not to be thought right now.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>10-06-2014, 22:11:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Watching her get naked was a joy and the fact that she did it so slowly might have infuriated him other times, but at this moment it was intoxicating. The glade was lit by the slowly dying flicker of the fire on the far side and a bit of moonlight and the combination of it on her skin was entrancing. There was no breeze and the night was cool and still enough that he could hear the clothes sliding off her body. The way her nipples were puckered and the way she finally stood and then asked him which way he wanted and this moment was now locked away. When he was tired from battle, worn from cold, or even just felt like nothing could go right he would remember these last few minutes and it would inspire him. <br><br>Kicking off his boots he then slowly slid his own pants to stand naked with her and then he stepped back to the blanket. The effects of her body and questions was so evident now as he was throbbing. Slowly though he lowered himself to his knees and then to his back on the soft sweet smelling grass. "I want you to show me one of those oils" he whispered and then he smiled. "And I want your ass on my face when you do it" he responded with the most crass thing he had ever said to her till that moment. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>11-06-2014, 05:37:13</strong>
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				"Oh, you're an ass man?" she asked with a throaty, wicked chuckle.&nbsp; Oh, she'd let him experience one of those oils, all right.&nbsp; One was a strong mint; the scent itself wasn't strong, really, but the incredible cooling-burning sensation it had was fantastic.&nbsp; She moved over to her bags, and turned deliberately so that he was getting a great view as she bent over and slowly retrieved the oil bottle.&nbsp; She was going to make him suffer a bit for even possibly thinking she wanted Rajuf over him!<br><br>She came over to him, turning to face his feet, and poured some of the oil in her hand.&nbsp; She rubbed them together briefly to spread it, then lowered herself carefully, leaning way forward to massage his feet.&nbsp; She wasn't on his face at all yet, and she was not getting there until she was good and ready.&nbsp; When it came to it... he'd get it.&nbsp; But if he argued with her... well, he didn't get everything his way, after all.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>12-06-2014, 14:30:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"It seems I am a you man. Ass" he swallowed about to say words he had never uttered to a female before "tits, legs, and pussy. I am a fan of all you have" He had been taught to have respect for women with the blunt end of a spear when he got out of line. He meant no disrespect now, but the way she moved, the scent of her her, and the soft curves of her body inflamed him. Even when in normal circumstances he found himself thinking about her sexually and that was not something he was used to. <br><br>The strange tingling of the oil was not something he was used to. He had been wounded more then a few times and that was the only time he ever had oils or creams on him. This was stimulating in a whole new way and then there was the view. The curve of her ass and then when she bent over the sight of her ass pussy being puffed out and on display for him. The sight made him actually groan and then at the end was s tiny bit of a whine. He wanted to reach up and to grab her curves yank her back and shove her pussy to his face. Instead though he simple dug his fingers into the soft ground to try and vent his frustration. <br><br>"Kaiya" he whispered softly "that feels incredible" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>12-06-2014, 18:06:02</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				His coarse words, instead of offending, rather pleased her.&nbsp; He felt comfortable enough to say them... or was working on it at least.&nbsp; That, in her mind, was fantastic.&nbsp; She heard the groan, then smiled when it became a whine.&nbsp; He was getting as much pleasure from this as she was.&nbsp; Excellent.&nbsp; Kaiya slid closer to him, sitting more on his chest and waist area.&nbsp; Her hands massaged his legs, though she stopped to refresh the oil on her hands.<br><br>"Does it tingle?&nbsp; Feel like it both burns and cools at the same time?&nbsp; I was told this should feel fantastic for a man who is in near constant motion."&nbsp; And Varion usually was.&nbsp; Not that she cared; she was usually up doing something herself.&nbsp; She'd never been a laze-about, really.&nbsp; She waited for his reply to begin... then sat up a bit and cupped his balls in one hand, and curled her fingers around him with the other.&nbsp; Then she rolled his balls, coating his sac, and stroked his cock, all the way to the tip, letting the oil do its work... and waiting for his reaction.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>12-06-2014, 18:40:42</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Wanting to lean up he wanted to jsut grab her hips and arch up off the ground and taste her sweet body, but again he restrained himself. "It feels amazing" he got out as he then laid his head back. Maybe if he did not look at her apple bottom in his face he would not want to jump up and take a bite out of it so badly. "I would love to be able to sit still for a time love especially now with you" This glade had just been a reminder of what their life was going to be. They were in the quiet and peace alone and still the world found them. He hoped to find someplace that would not happen someday. <br><br>Then she touched his sac. <br><br>His body tensed all over and a long slow groan came from him. He could already feel the tingle spreading through the sensitive area like a small fire spreading quickly. it felt like this nice warm tingle that faded to s low heat that seemed to relax him, but in this area it did not relax. It made him want more. It made him need more. It made him think of how a soft cooling sensation would feel. "Gods" he mumbled as he arched up his body pushing more of his shaft towards her. "love" he whispered trailing off "I am not sure how much longer I can keep my hands off you" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-06-2014, 18:36:45</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"Oh... I should keep going, shouldn't I?" she murmured wickedly.&nbsp; She gave him a couple more strokes, then suddenly spun off him for a brief moment.&nbsp; Straddling him again, but now facing him, she smiled a long, slow smile, sultry and seductive.&nbsp; Kaiya was rather enjoying having the power right now.&nbsp; It did something inside her to see her bold, powerful Varion trying to hold back, surrendering to her.&nbsp; She just fell a little bit deeper in love with him.<br><br>She lifted herself up, then took his cock and slowly lowered herself onto him, feeling the mint oil affecting her skin, but not as much as his.&nbsp; A half moan, half groan burst from her and she bit her lip, looking down at him.&nbsp; Once she was fully seated on him, she leaned forward enough to begin to massage his chest, while making small movements with her hips, riding him gently.&nbsp; For now.<br><br>"How does this feel for you?&nbsp; Does this ease the tension?"&nbsp; She knew full well it might ease one kind of tension, but assuredly not the sexual one!&nbsp; She wanted to experience everything with him, do everything with him, whether it be sex or something as simple as just holding hands, or brushing his hair.&nbsp; Or him brushing hers.&nbsp; She craved his presence; part of that was their new bond, but... he matched something missing in her for a long time.&nbsp; There had been a Varion-shaped hole in her life and she'd never known it until now.&nbsp; She never wanted that hole to go unfilled.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>15-06-2014, 16:24:55</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The grass so soft and cool under his back was such a contrast to her body. She was hot and not just the tight fucking cunt that slid down along his shaft. It was her hips and the way they moved, the smell of her body, the way her tits moved topped with the puckered nipples, and the soft and incredibly sensual sound of her voice. Every inch of her beckoned to him to bring him closer and closer to him. She was the amazing incarnate image of a goddess of love and he was enraptured. Looking up her body and face were framed by the starlight and slight moon behind them and even if he wanted to find words at that point there was no chance he could form words to how he felt. <br><br>His hands could not hold out any longer and they moved to touch her hips. He didn't grip her hips though he simply slid his hands along them and then his fingertips danced over her stomach. He was breathing hard now as the tightness of her with the warmth and tingling of the liquid made him clench and push his hips up. Hands continuing to roam he slid them up to her breasts and on the first squeeze of those soft orbs he groaned loudly. <br><br>"Kaiya" came the soft breath that came out of him. Fingertips moved now around to her back and slowly raked down until he met the small of her back. His hands pressed in then making her arch slightly towards him with her hips making a different angle. When that happened he smiled up at her and finally found his voice. "I do have tension though kitten" he said as he pushed his hips up and down slowly to rock with her. "I feel like I want to explode" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>15-06-2014, 17:54:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				You would not think it of such a man, she thought hazily.&nbsp; He looked too big and fierce to have a gentle side, but gods did he have one.&nbsp; They way he looked at her, touched her... it actually brought a sheen of tears to her eyes.&nbsp; Her mother had done such a very good job bringing them together.<br><br>When his gentle, seeking hands stroked her body, moving from hips to breasts to back, then down to the small of it, she bit her lip from the sensations racing through her.&nbsp; He wasn't even growling as usual, but his words were released on tender breaths.&nbsp; Wen he shifted them to a different angle, she gasped at the new feeling.&nbsp; Then he mentioned his tension, needing to explode.&nbsp; A sultry smile crossed her face.<br><br>"Then do so," she breathed in return as she lowered herself along his body for a deep, intense kiss, using her inner muscles on his cock buried inside her.&nbsp; She then sat up and worked her hips harder, faster, with muscles clenching hard about him as she used them to bring him to climax.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>15-06-2014, 19:40:32</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				That kiss was like liquid fire. His hands gripper her pulling her closer to him during it and as their lips dance he kept his own hips thrusting. He could feel her nipples swining back and forth scraping along his chest. There was nothing that she did that did not make him want her more. His cock throbbed as she sat back up then and her tone and movement changed. It was like she was miling him now begging him to come in her. The young husband smiled and was more then happy to be oblige. <br><br>Hands gripping her hips he helped her to move in a harder more frantic pace. Throbbing and hard he felt like he was about to lose control and he was trying to delay it. He wanted this to go on and on. Time could pass away and he could be happy just to be in this moment with her Tingling from the liquid his sack he could feel her juices dribbling down off him and on to the ground below. The feeling of her hands on his chest and every so often raising them up to stretch herself on him. <br><br>At one point she arched herself and the body reflecting in the moonlight covered with that small sheen of sweat made him lose it. His hips pushed up as he started to shake. His cock head swelled and then rope after rope of cum shot from him as he pushed himself as deeply into his new bride as he possibly could. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>16-06-2014, 18:08:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She felt the slight tremor in his body that indicated he was going to lose control, and grinned madly inside.&nbsp; Her movements were completely about arousing him, shattering him, but making it about him.&nbsp; He'd given her so much, she had wanted to do this for him.&nbsp; Kaiya wanted him to know that no matter how much another man might flirt, Varion was the only man for her.<br><br>When he exploded deep inside her, she let loose a primal wail of delight, working him hard, and trying to hold off on her own climax.&nbsp; She made it a bit longer than she thought she would, but she shattered as well, milking him harder until she was done.&nbsp; She then collapsed on his chest, breathing hard, with him still deep inside her.&nbsp; <br><br>"Gods, I love you, my man," she murmured, even as she snuggled close and draped herself on him, feeling pretty boneless right now.&nbsp; "Though I think you have melted my bones.&nbsp; Is this a skill your people developed to ward off poor, innocent maids?" she asked, finding the energy to at least lift her head, so she could look at him with the adoration in her eyes.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>17-06-2014, 02:35:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Laying there panting and covered in sweat Varion could not move. His body had relaxed into the ground underneath him and his eyes had closed. When she spoke he opened his eyes and using the last ounce of strength he had he looked at her and smiled. "My life has been spent in training, planning, and conditioning" Smirking he licked his lips and then whispered to her "And thank the gods for that last one because you drain me like I have never felt" <br><br>Reaching over he grabbed the blanket from the ground and pulled it over the top of both of them. He was still resting inside of her as his cock slowly softened. He pulled the blanket around her laying across his body and then slid his hand up to back. "Sleep right there" he told her as he watched her face. "Right on top of me where I can feel your breathing and heartbeat" He stared at her for a long while then silent and smiling. He let his breathing become slower and finally he felt his cock slide out of her body, but still he didn't move. Closing his eyes he felt the exhaustion claim him and as his eyes closed he caught the last glimpse of the night sky filled with stars. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>17-06-2014, 17:56:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya looked up at him as he mentioned draining him, worried for a moment.&nbsp; Then she saw the smile, and relaxed fully on him.&nbsp; When he pulled the blanket over them both, just like that, her eyes widened in surprise.&nbsp; Then his words came, and her smile widened as well.&nbsp; She shifted some so she could give him a sweet, gentle, sleepy kiss.<br><br>"I like this.&nbsp; I'd be your blanket always."&nbsp; She lowered her head, snuggling into his chest, even knowing that sometime during the night she was likely to roll off of him.&nbsp; As long as they were together, she didn't mind.&nbsp; Gods, she was so besotted.&nbsp; Her warriors would likely tease her like mad, but she didn't care.&nbsp; She belonged with Varion, simple as that.&nbsp; With such thoughts running through her mind, she didn't notice that her breathing evened out to nearly match his, nor that her eyes had closed.&nbsp; Nor did she notice when sleepy thoughts slid into slumber, she was so content at this moment.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>17-06-2014, 22:13:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				By the time he opened his eyes the sunlight was streaming through the canopy. Sometime during the night she must have shifted because now she was laying beside him. She was curled up though and he was laying himself across her as if he would shield her from the chill of the night. Blinking slowly he started to sit up and to take a look around the glade. He felt odd in some way like there was something he should have noticed or was different from the last time he saw it in the daylight. <br><br>Kissing her cheek he shifted out form the blankets and stood up looking around. Birds were singing and the waterfall still poured down nearby. The fire form the night before had burned out totally and the horses were still tethered to the tree munching lazily on grass. Nothing was different from the day before, but then he put his finger on it. The sun was not streaming down yellow it was instead streaming down red. Turning he looked up through the canopy and instead of seeing a yellow orb hanging in the sky over them the disk was red, but in no other way different then what it had been before. He opend his mouth blinking and looked away shaking his head. He checked again and then knelt down to shake her quietly. <br><br>"Something is not right" he said to her softly. <br><br>"Got that right" came a voice form the trees above them. Spinning around quickly Varion put himself between the voice and his wife and looked up. There far above them in the trees sat what looked like a naked baby. Varion blinked and was about to speak again when it spoke a second time. The voice was not innocent or childlike at all, but one of an old man who was wizened and strange. "And you all are not where you are 'spossed to be. Best be getting back and soon" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>18-06-2014, 05:43:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She felt he kiss and began to stir, especially when he moved away.&nbsp; He was so much better than a blanket, really.&nbsp; Kaiya began to get up... mainly sitting up and stretching, not caring that her blanket was now in her lap, effectively.&nbsp; At least, not until Varion became uneasy.&nbsp; She looked about herself, and noted the red light coming down.&nbsp; She frowned, but before she could reply to his comment, someone else spoke.<br><br>She shot to her feet, blanket wrapped in a way that would hopefully stay up without hands.&nbsp; "Who in the hells are you?" she demanded, though there was a slight quiver to her voice that normally would not be there.&nbsp; Red light, and some ancient baby-thing?&nbsp; She moved to press up against Varion's back, for once not rushing into the forefront.&nbsp; She was contemplating shifting, just for sheer protection.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>18-06-2014, 05:55:48</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Before either of the startled couple could respond the small creature waved both its hands in a soothing motion. "Easy easy" it said and then hopped along the branch far above them. "If i wanted trouble I would have come down while you were still sleeping" It hopped on the branch again and then stopped and looked down at them. "Look I would not even be out if it were not important. You both need to pay attention to what I am about to say" <br><br>Varion could see that the small creature meant them no harm, but still he reached out to Kaiya and pulled her closer. "Does you being here have something to do with that?" he asked pointing to the red disk in the sky. <br><br>Turning the small creature looked at the sun and when it turned back it nodded its head slowly. "The red sun rises because of magic. It makes it easier for creatures that see at night operate during the day." Shaking its head then it added "It has been many years since it was used and we did not expect it to return so quickly. That is why you must go back"<br><br>The creature then leaned down "The pirates was smart. He didn't see that coming, but you two need to get the city ready and you need to" Suddenly the creature stopped and looked over its shoulder. It seemed to freeze for a minute and then it sighed. "No telling you that part... just get back" <br><br>Varion opened his mouth to ask more when the creature lept off the branch and into the air. Before falling more then a foot it suddenly shifted and fluttered its now red wings. The cardinal flittered amongst the tree branches for a moment and then took off into the forest. Within a few breaths it was gone and out sight. The red sun remained though as he stood there with her and then he blinked looking down at his bride and shook his head. <br><br>"What the hell is happening?" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>18-06-2014, 18:08:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya shook her head in astonishment.&nbsp; "I... do not know.&nbsp; But whatever it was, I think it had a very good idea about getting home."&nbsp; She was tucked up against his side protectively, and she found that, even with her warrior nature, she liked that.&nbsp; He moved to protect her first, not because he doubted her ability, but because he loved her.&nbsp; Her heart sang even as it shivered fro the bird-man's news.&nbsp; Bird?&nbsp; Man?&nbsp; Whatever it had been that allowed them to see it that way.&nbsp; "I just don't want to leave here... last night was so wonderful."<br><br>She moved away from him, regretfully, and began dressing.&nbsp; She didn't want to leave this place; it had been so nice, them being relatively alone here.&nbsp; They had an agreement of sorts with the pirates, or at least, those who would follow Rajuf and not break away.&nbsp; They were going to need all the help they could get, she figured.&nbsp; And in her mind, that meant risking... a hell of a whole lot.&nbsp; There were other peoples out there that might not want to be subjugated, and they'd have to find those.&nbsp; Especially the ones who didn't want to be found.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>18-06-2014, 21:32:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion watched her move away to dress and stood himself began to gather his things. It was not long before he was dressed and the little camp they had set up was packed away on the horses. Standing then he reached out to take Kaiya's hand and to look at the glade again. He wanted to take a moment with her to remember this place and to lock it in his mind, but when he looked around he felt his heart drop. <br><br>Last night it had been moon and starlit which made the glade seem alive and vibrant. Now in the red sunlight it looked gross and twisted somehow. He looked at everything and sighed and finally turned his head to look at the waterfall. The clear water now reflected the red light and now that the light was hitting it fully he could have swore it looked as if the cascading water was blood. Sighing he turned and kissed Kaiya softly and then turned to mount his horse. <br><br>As he slid up into the saddle he looked at the waterfall again and then tilted his head. He had an expression on his face that was questioning, but almost sad. Then wheeling he turned to look at Kaiya "The horde" he said as he squinted his eyes. "That thing... it said that the red sun makes it easier for night creatures to see" turning he looked over at the waterfall again. "There is a river that runs from our lands into the outlands that the horde calls home. After so long the mud in the river gets churned up and turns it red like that" Turning his horse now he looked at her. "Whatever made this happen made it happen for them. They always attacked at night and we always counterattacked in the light. "<br><br>He growled then as he spurred the horse to a gallop. What the hell was happening? 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-06-2014, 19:41:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				When he took her hand, she leaned against him, seeking both his comforting presence and trying to be comforting in return.&nbsp; Their little glade, where she'd had so much pleasure before and after Varion, seemed... tainted somehow.&nbsp; Not as precious as it had been.&nbsp; Was their world going to be completely tainted by this?&nbsp; Were they ever going to get things normal again?&nbsp; Or was this a sign of something that would change their complete way of living, even?<br><br>When Varion left to mount his horse, she did the same, the animal tossing its head in unease.&nbsp; She patted its neck and spoke soothingly for a moment in soft whispers of encouragement, and it settled somewhat.&nbsp; When her husband spoke of the Horde and their night attacks, she had thoughts churning in her head.&nbsp; She knew of some small tribes or enclaves that fought in the night.&nbsp; But would they be willing to help?&nbsp; She didn't know, but she was going to write down all her thoughts when they returned to the palace.&nbsp; It might help to have the list in front of her when she mentioned seeking them out.&nbsp; Especially some of the ones she was thinking of.&nbsp; <br><br>When Varion spurred the horse he was riding into a gallop, she urged her own mount onwards, keeping pace.&nbsp; This was not a discussion to have on horseback, she thought.&nbsp; She'd wait for the palace, here at least he wouldn't call her a stupid woman, and weak.&nbsp; Or he'd better not, anyway.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>21-06-2014, 13:57:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				It was when they crossed the last bridge and the walls of the city came into sight before them that he first saw them. His hands slacked on the the reins and his horse slowed to a trot and then to a stop in the road. He was looking to the east towards the mountains in the far far distance that were home. There was a road that led that way out of the city as well and normally it would have a few traders, travelers, and perhaps even pilgrims along it. Now as the road was choked with people and animals all of them on a slow march towards the city. <br><br>His mouth moved a few times seeming to try and find words. The red sun shown down making the entire procession look like one long wound of people slowly milling around as if they might burst out like blood seeping across the land. It must have been at least ten villages worth of people there and when he took a moment to look further it was not the people. It was the women, the children, the old, and the infirmed. Not one of the men stood marching among them and suddenly he turned to look at Kaiya. <br><br>He swallowed and shook his head slightly. He looked like he was going to speak and then he turned white and seemed to start. Looking at the procession of people he whispered "father" and then he seemed to wake up. When he spurred the horse to move then it reared up he dug in so hard, but it took off fast with a small dust cloud on the road behind him. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>25-06-2014, 18:00:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya slowed along with her husband, bringing her horse to a stop as she stared in pale shock.&nbsp; But... it had been overnight!&nbsp; Did this mean they were too late?&nbsp; That they would lose?&nbsp; No, they couldn't lose.&nbsp; They couldn't afford to lose!&nbsp; This only made her determination stronger to offer up her ideas, horrific though they might be.<br><br>"By the gods and all the hells..." she breathed in a pained voice.&nbsp; There was barely sound to her words, they were so shocked.&nbsp; Far too many people, and she could see that Varion was horrified right along with her.&nbsp; She noticed about the same time as he did just <em>who</em> it was arriving... none of the able-bodied men.&nbsp; Just the women, children, aged and infirm.&nbsp; She turned to him as he did to her, the sick knowledge in her eyes.&nbsp; Those men were either dead... or wishing they were.<br><br>She frowned a bit wen he went even paler, until she heard him breathe the word father.&nbsp; When he spurred his horse and it reared, her own startled away, then was urged after its herdmate when Varion took off.&nbsp; She was not letting him face anything alone.&nbsp; And if his father was in that line, it couldn't be good.&nbsp; Had they fallen?&nbsp; And were they in time?&nbsp; And gods... would the damn elves and dwarves come out to fight this?&nbsp; That was what she wanted to try an get, the ones who were more likely to kill you for trespassing.&nbsp; Would they be able to stand on their own against a horde?&nbsp; She didn't know, but if they stood together, it might work.&nbsp; But fr this moment... helping Varion took precedence as she rode after him.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>26-06-2014, 01:27:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				As soon as he made it to the milling of people he slid off the horse and walked to the edge of the crowd. One of the women had started to bow when he shook his head. "<em>T'allack</em>" he told her as he got closer. The woman nodded and then pointed to an old man who was on a wagon not far behind her. Varion looked over his shoulder at Kaiya and then gestured with his head to the old man. Breaking through the crowd he made it to stand by the cart and speak to the old man. By the time she reached their side the old one was deep in explanation. <br><br>"When the caravan with your father rode through they were already at the castle. It looked like they were waiting just past the river. The king called forth the men and rode out. Within hours a messenger returned with the news that we were to evacuate. The battle had not even been joined and your father knew that they could not stop them" the old man paused and shook his head "I fear with the red dawn young master that the battle is now, but in all our years we have never evacuated the highlands" <br><br>Varion set his jaw and looked up at the red sun blazing overhead. Turning he looked at Kaiya on her horse and swallowed. His father, his brother, his home, all of them were at that moment under assault and he was a hard days ride from them all. Reaching out he put his hand on the old mans and squeezed. Then he turned and walked through the crowd as it parted in front of him. Reaching the edge of the city again he looked up at her. <br><br>"Will your father take them in? They can help they can teach as much as I can" he then looked at his horse and then back to her. "I need a fresh horse and another to follow if I am going to make it there as fast as possible" he paused then and let his eyes find hers and he shook his head "I have to go" he told her as he begged with his eyes "I can't just wait here to find out" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>26-06-2014, 18:14:02</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya rode towards the gates herself, knowing that Varion needed to speak to them.&nbsp; She herself was dealing with the guards at the gate, and had gotten the gates opened.&nbsp; "You will help all of these people, take them in, find them homes, someplace.&nbsp; They will not be ill-treated, or I will have heads roll, understood?" she asked.&nbsp; The guards declined the smiles they were feeling, though their eyes lit with their princess's passion.&nbsp; "Of course, your highness.&nbsp; It will be done."&nbsp; They moved off to open the gates further and allow the refugees in.<br><br>She then summoned the stablemaster, requiring two fresh horses with the best speed and stamina, and had no issues with swords and bows.&nbsp; The royal line had many such horses, and she wanted the best.&nbsp; She'd contemplated four, to switch off, but that would really have been a bit much.&nbsp; "Get saddlebags made of foods and necessities of travel, for myself and Varion.&nbsp; Quickly!"&nbsp; They scattered to do her bidding, and she still hadn't even dismounted.<br><br>When he came back to her and asked if they'd take them in, she swung down from her horse.&nbsp; "MAKE THAT TWO MORE!" she shouted at a passing stablehand, who nodded and ran off to inform the master.&nbsp; She took his hand, squeezing it tightly.&nbsp; "I spoke to the guards and they will have everyone brought in, finding a place for them.&nbsp; I have the stablemaster arranging for four horses, one to ride, one to run, in case we need the remounts."&nbsp; She laid her other hand on his cheek, gently.&nbsp; "I know you can't wait.&nbsp; That's why we're going as soon as possible.&nbsp; Do you need anything in the way of clothing?"&nbsp; She could arrange things very quickly indeed.&nbsp; She was good at that.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>27-06-2014, 00:33:01</strong>
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				His armor already strapped on he shook his head at her question. All he wanted at that moment was to have the wind in his face riding, but shouting or losing his coo at the stable hands was not the answer. Nearly shaking he looked at her and nodded "We might be riding straight in to battle so make certain you have what you need love" he told her and then his face changed as something seemed to cross his mind. Wheeling on his heel he roared to shout over the noise of the crowd "Guard Captain!" <br><br>The chain mailed officer soon made his way over to where Varion was and saluted. "Get me a messenger" he ordered and then when the younger smaller man was brought to him he put his hand on the young mans shoulder. "I need you to go to the king on my order. I am sure he knows about the refugees, but he needs to send a contingent of men to the Clerists tower. Engineers as well to get it back in shape. They must not delay on this. Go" he then pushed the young man in the direction of the castle. <br><br>The Clerists tower had stood between the two kingdoms for hundreds of years. A single large tower made of stone that had been a military stronghold during a time of less amiable relations. A token force of maybe a dozen men now maintained the place mostly to keep bandit populations in check. The structure was still built very sound and with little effort it could easily defend against a very large force. Due to the placement there was no way to march around it. If you wanted to reach the middle of the continent from Tannerbrook you had to pass the tower. <br><br>Grabbing the reins of the larger horse he he then walked to her and reached out to touch her face softly. "One day, we only had one day" he told her and then he leaned in closer "but I would risk the fires of any hell for that day" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>27-06-2014, 20:12:33</strong>
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				She had packed her horse with arrows a-plenty, as well as blades.&nbsp; Of course, one of her deadliest weapons was already packed and ready to go; her brain.&nbsp; She had a cat's cunning, and with Varion's raw strength that was going to be a powerful combination.&nbsp; But she didn't discount the need for more weapons, food, and armor.&nbsp; She pulled on hers after the guard sent to bring it had gotten it to her.<br><br>Kaiya nodded when he mentioned the Tower; it needed repairs quickly.&nbsp; They needed watchlines, they need alert fires, they needed... they need so much and had so little time.&nbsp; While Varion was dealing with the captain, she snagged a lieutenant going by.&nbsp; "Hallas, I need you to do something for me.&nbsp; Mention to Khael that I want him to go to the tribes on the outlay, the ones he'd be able to talk to.&nbsp; They're skirmishers, not soldiers, but they'd be an excellent way to patrol.&nbsp; Saboteurs; they've done that enough," she added with a quick wry grin, one the lieutenant copied.&nbsp; He nodded and dashed off, determined to get to Kaiya's second in command as fast as possible.<br><br>She turned back to where the horses were pretty much ready to go, and met Varion coming to her.&nbsp; When he touched her face she leaned into it instinctively.&nbsp; "We'll have more days, I swear it.&nbsp; I'm having my second get the tribes outside the city to patrol, since they specialize in being hidden, ambushes, and sabotage.&nbsp; We might well have some following us that won't announce their presence until necessary; they're like that.&nbsp; Fiercely independent.&nbsp; Ah, if only we'd had a week even... but I'll be with you, my heart's desire, and nothing will change that."&nbsp; She darted forward for a quick kiss, but ended up lingering.&nbsp; She couldn't help it; she needed that deep connection, and the hand she'd placed on his cheek slid to the back of his head as she plundered his mouth.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>28-06-2014, 15:56:25</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Little doubt could be had in anyone's mind that he loved her. The two of them stood kissing openly as the world seemed to be in turmoil around them. Her hand on the back of his head made him slide his around her back and pull her close to press their bodies closer together. Slowly and regretfully his lips left hers and pulled back slowly. He kept his forehead pressed to hers and his eyes closed. Chest rising and falling slowly he licked his lips and then drew in a steadying breath. <br><br>"I need you to do that" he told her with his eyes closed "I am not sure what the next few days will bring love. I need you to bring me to this place no matter what. drenched in blood or torn from pain I need you to remind me why I fight so hard and why no matter what I must win" Keeping his face pressed to hers for a few moments longer then he moved. No more planning or discussion was needed. He had her and he had what he needed to do. His face darkened and all signs of lightness vanished. After swinging up into the saddle of his horse he turned and saw some of the refugees staring up at him. His eyes swept over the crowd and then his boots kicked the horse in the ribs. <br><br>Pounding out of the gate the crowd moved aside quickly to let them pass and one of the older men shouted "Mathúin". The chant now echoed among the line of people as they rode past as fast as the horses would go. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>29-06-2014, 03:34:28</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She'd remind him of everything he needed.&nbsp; She wasn't going to let him forget anything, especially her.&nbsp; Wen he straightened and mounted up, she did as well, quickly checking to make sure all packs were attached well.&nbsp; She almost would have preferred to go in her cat form, but that wasn't as fast as the horse.&nbsp; Kaiya kneed her horse after his when they took off, riding hard, but not so hard as to damage the horses beyond repair.&nbsp; That would be stupid to do, and she wouldn't allow it, even with his urgency on him.<br><br>She was beginning to feel some pressure for a break, but she'd keep riding.&nbsp; Then she realized she hadn't eaten either, and moved to get something out of the small pack close to her hip.&nbsp; Perhaps she could dig something out of there to chew on for a bit&nbsp; Nothing like the food packed for them; that required a break, and they'd get that at night.&nbsp; Or whenever Varion needed to rest.&nbsp; But she wasn't going to be the one to slow him down, dammit.&nbsp; This was his family, his people.&nbsp; He'd have done the same for her.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-06-2014, 01:28:59</strong>
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				The line of refugees seemed to stretch on and on as they rode past them. Some even echoed the chant still down among the people when he went by, but none of them stood to block the hard riders. As he rode he would rise up in the stirrups and look and tilt his head to even look as if he was sniffing. After a few hours the line of refugees began to be staggered and broken. When one ended you could still see another group in the distance. Then he looked up and there was not another group on the horizon. it was then he paused and wheeled the hard panting mount. <br><br>Pausing there he looked around and then down the road. The red sun was now starting to slide down towards the horizon getting larger as it went lower and lower. Swinging his leg off the horse he then looked over at her. "Short break to switch horses love" he said as he began to pull the things from the saddle bags of the horse he was riding. It was clear he was exasperated and rushing. Spinning between the two horses he was taking a waterskin from one to the other and dropped it the contents running out onto the ground. <br><br>"Curses!" he screamed and kicked the leather away from him. Panting now he closed his eyes and knelt down to the ground. "Gods of my homelands, hear me and hear my people. Give to my father and brother the strength to fight off our enemies and give my steed the speed to reach them in time" His shoulders shook then and his eyes raised to the sky. "Give us strength and honor" he growled and then looked at Kaiya. "Give us a chance to show our enemies what true power is" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>02-07-2014, 18:17:48</strong>
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				She was so very grateful for the break, even if it was just a few moments.&nbsp; That was all she needed, as she took care of her most pressing need immediately.&nbsp; She had found a little creek not far off from the roadway, and had washed her face and hands there to freshen up.&nbsp; She got back to the stopping point just in time to see his explosion.&nbsp; <br><br>When he went to his knees, she waited, tense, hoping he'd let out his frustration.&nbsp; His prayer had her drawing closer, her expression compassionate and pained.&nbsp; When he finally looked to her and spoke of power, she moved up to hi, but instead of dropping to her knees, she silently reached out and drew him to her, holding him against her belly and chest.&nbsp; "Oh, my dearest love," she murmured, the emotion choking her soft vice.&nbsp; She wanted to console him, though she wasn't sure if he'd let loose a bit, or bottle it up.&nbsp; She was no delicate flower to be shut away, but nor was she a lapdog that would eagerly take any abuse.&nbsp; He could rant and rail to a point.&nbsp; Then she'd help him whether he wanted it or not.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>02-07-2014, 23:14:08</strong>
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				His rage was causing him to slip and as he knelt there he shook. Patches of hair began to break out on his skin and he growled one time with the ferocity of the bear within him. He looked up at her and his eyes were red and swollen with frustration. Standing up slowly he kept his hands on her hips. "We must go" he said and shook his head. He reached out and clasped her close and pressed his forehead to hers and drew in and out breaths to steady himself. He kept as many breaths as he could to calm himself breathing deep to fill his head with her scent. Turning then he walked putting her along to climb onto the fresh mount. He waited until she had joined him and then he spurred the new one with more haste then the last. <br><br>It was when the clerists tower was on the horizon that he pulled the horse up to stop. The animal stopped snorting and pawing the ground as it worked to restore its breathing. Varion was less interested in the animal and more with the tower. He was staring in the distance and the red sun was now dipping down to start and cast strange shadows. He raised his head and sniffed the air and then looked at Kaiya "Do you smell the smoke?" he asked and then he turned to look at the tower again and stood up in the stirrups. <br><br>He stared and then turning to Kaiya he narrowed his gaze "The flag of your kingdom flies upside down" he told her "They are under attack" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>03-07-2014, 18:12:48</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				When he clasped her close and put his head against hers, she reached up to stroke his cheeks, soothingly, though she was burning with the need to ride on as well.&nbsp; So much pain, so much trouble.&nbsp; If it hadn't been for war, they'd never have met, and so she was both grateful and hateful.&nbsp; They mounted up and rode hard, so that when he reined in and she joined him the horses were blowing hard.<br><br>When he mentioned smoke, her eyes widened, and she lifted her head, sniffing hard.&nbsp; When he spoke of the flag... she nearly crumpled off her mount in horror.&nbsp; She'd seen combat.&nbsp; She'd never seen war.&nbsp; "Oh, gods..." she whispered.&nbsp; "We must hurry!&nbsp; We have to help!"&nbsp; She spurred her poor horse onward, and gamely it advanced, though it was clear it was not going to move as fast as it had been.&nbsp; She just wanted to get there as soon as possible.&nbsp; Though what help she could be she didn't know at all.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>04-07-2014, 15:45:38</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Elaed had always loved this post. It was quiet and most times when the merchants came through they would offer a discount or even toss a freebie to them. In the fall the spiced cider was always his favorite and they would always leave with nice barrel. He used that thought of the spiced cider as he cowered behind the wall waiting to die. The goblins seemed to not be running out of arrows and the orcs were nearly there with the ladders. They had caught sight of the bloody refugees running and screaming as they went past. Preparing themselves for what was coming they pulled in the fleeing people and shut the gates. As the horde approached the guard captain had called out form the walls for them to halt and turn back from the lands they were trespassing upon. The answer was the arrow sticking out of his chest as he fell from the battlements. <br><br>Now there was only six of them left. Elaed would hear the arrows whizz by his head occasionally mixed in with the screaming of a baby among the refugees. Closing his eyes he refused to die cowering in terror behind the wall. Gripping the short bow in his hand he notched an arrow and then gripping his bow so hard his hands shook he twisted to aim almost certain he would be dead before his fingers could let fly. What he saw was not at all what he expected. <br><br>The goblins had redirected their arrows to fire at a pair of approaching riders. The smaller of the two in the front was riding faster then the large one behind, but he was standing in the stirrups now and coming up beside the smaller rider now he bellowed in a guttural sound. The orcs turned now and dropped the ladders preparing their weapons for the new threat. Reaching over his shoulder he grabbed the large ax from his back and then raised it up. He overtook the smaller rider now and then pulled his horse up to a stop. Leaping form the saddle he planted himself as the snorting horse turned to run in the opposite direction of the oncoming creatures. <br><br>Planting his feet the man raised his ax in time to have a goblin arrow smash into it. taking the shaft in both hands he then seemed to growl. Elaed finally blinked enough to yell himself and let his arrow fly at the goblins. Now the other guardsmen began to stand up and fire as well. One of the goblins got pierced through the neck and fell with gurgle and the battle was now joined from two directions. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>04-07-2014, 22:28:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya calmed enough to loosen her bow and slow her horse some from its headlong charge.&nbsp; Not moving from the horse's back, she gripped hard with her knees, and the well-trained beast knew it's duty.&nbsp; It kept as steady as possible while she spun her quiver and drew an arrow, knocking it and then letting it fly.&nbsp; Kaiya was <em>very</em> good with a bow, and the arrow flew towards one of the oncoming orcs.&nbsp; It missed the eye, because the creature chose that moment to throw his head back and roar.&nbsp; It was a shot she could never hope to duplicate in her life, as the arrow flew in his mouth and pierced the skull from inside.&nbsp; He dropped dead, taking a couple others behind him down as they tripped over his corpse.<br><br>She then stared the horse in the direction of the tower, but still close to her Varion, not ever leaving him.&nbsp; Currently, she was safer horsed, unless something changed that.&nbsp; And then, they'd see what a very pissed-off mam cat would be like.&nbsp; She'd never given birth... not yet anyway, though if she and Varion kept going in that fashion they might have offspring soon... but she considered all the people of the kingdom her children, as her father and mother did.&nbsp; She would defend them with her life.&nbsp; With a fierce gleam in her eyes, she let loose a rippling war cry that echoed across the area.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>06-07-2014, 16:45:19</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion had grunted with pleasure as the arrow had felled the orc before they even reached him. There was no hesitation and she had done precisely what she should have. She had felled the one in the front charging causing the others to stumble or even to lose a step. Now when she roared the eyes of his enemies were moving in two directions and he stepped to the attack. Within a few steps he ducked under the thick iron sword of the first orc. Orc weapons were always thick and heavy mostly made of black iron. They rusted and spiked in places, but still deadly and dangerous. This one whistled over the top of Varion's head as the creature swinging it grunted. Now he was in the thick of it and with eyes showing of calm Varion began to move. <br><br>His left leg shot out and connected his foot to the first orc's knee crushing it. He brought the ax in an upward swinging motion that caught under the jaw of another and split its skull and face in the front. His left arm came up then and the shieldarm deflected a blow from another and helped him to spin. As he did so he caught the next opponent in the hip with the blade. Instead of stopping or getting stuck in the orc bone the weapon slid right through and carrying around in the spin he brought the tip of his weapon into the eye of the orc whose sword he had shrugged off. Three of his opponents fell dead or dying and the first was now howling in pain and clutching at his leg where the bone jutted out. <br><br>Spinning his ax around and letting the black blood spin off the silvery blade as it went through the air Varion turned to the first orc. Both hands gripped the shaft now as he swung and separated the kneeling orc's head form his body. Letting the momentum of his swing bring him back around to face the still half a dozen opponents coming at him his face still showed no signs of anger and instead seemed to be truly calm. <br><br>Raiging the ax up in both hands again he began to run forward to join with the rest of his enemies. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>06-07-2014, 17:49:18</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya watched his back carefully so as not to let any orc creep up on him.&nbsp; She felled two more, then urged her horse to shift, circling and looking for the likely leader.&nbsp; She doubted she'd get him, but even if she could wound him, then her bearman would be able to take him out easier.&nbsp; Her senses were heightened and stretched out, and she held off the burning urge to change.&nbsp; She was not going to leap into the fray just yet, especially not with so many arrows.&nbsp; <br><br>She fired three more, none of the shots as amazing as the first, but they were wary of her now, so she kept the horse moving, keeping close enough to Varion that she could aid him immediately, and yet far enough that they'd have to make a trip to get to her.&nbsp; As long as her mount stayed alive, she'd be relatively fine.&nbsp; "Good job, my brave one," she purred to the horse, whose ears pricked up then went back in acknowledgement.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>06-07-2014, 23:39:55</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Four more fell before he heard the horn. Varion's head swiveled around looking for the source, but soon he had to fend off the blows form another attacker. Driving the point of his ax through the orcs metal booted foot he then grabbed the howling creature by either side of it's head. With a sharp twist the neck made a crunching sound and then the creature collapsed. He grabbed the handle of his ax and brought it up to fend off the next attacker, but there was none. The goblins were already fleeing quickly back up the road and the few remaining orcs were as well. A few more lucky arrow shots form the tower felled a couple of those fleeing and soon the refugees and the men in the tower cheered together. They had fought off their first attack from the horde and survived. <br><br>Varion was still searching the hills. The damnable red sun was throwing a strange light and he had a hard time spotting anything. Finally he closed his eyes a moment and waited to hear the sound of the horn again. When it sounded he turned in that direction and then opened his eyes. It was distant and barely able to be made out against the forest behind it. Then it moved and when it came to the road the contrast of the mountains behind it gave it shape and color. <br><br>A single rider dressed in black atop a black horse. It stayed on the road a moment longer and then turned riding hard and fast into the hills. <br><br>Varion was panting from the exertion of the battle as he stood looking after the fleeing figures for a long moment. Then he spun the ax around and locked it into the harness on his back. He snorted as he stared at the hills and then he turned on his heel and looked for Kaiya. <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-07-2014, 17:58:11</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya watched as they fled, her vantage point on the horse being a bit better to watch from.&nbsp; She sighed in relief that the attackers were fleeing, but she also knew it wasn't going to be forever.&nbsp; &nbsp;And they still needed to get to Varion's people.&nbsp; This was not a good sign at all.&nbsp; How were they going to get there with all that left rambling around?&nbsp; It would be practically suicidal.&nbsp; Unless they went in animal form, but still... not the best of things.&nbsp; They'd need to figure it out.<br><br>Then as she looked towards Varon, she saw the rider move.&nbsp; She shifted quickly to her halfway form, using the eyesight of the cat for even better viewing, as well as trying to parse the scent.&nbsp; It posed, and she lifted her bow above her head, not specifically bragging, but letting them know they would fight back.&nbsp; Soon enough, the rider moved on, and she lowered her weapon and reshifted back to human.&nbsp; The horse had been too tired to even object to the wild feline smell, and merely snorted.<br><br>When her husband turned to look for her, she slid down from her horse, letting the weary beast have that much relief at least.&nbsp; She let him reach her, since she didn't want to risk the horse going anywhere... not like she thought it would.&nbsp; Its sides and flanks were lathered from the exertions it had made that day, and she was going to make sure it got excellent care.&nbsp; "Are you wounded?" she asked immediately when Varion got close enough, looking him over anxiously, reaching out to him.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>08-07-2014, 01:01:19</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya was in his arms in a second and after a brief look over to make certain she was all intact he shook his head. "But we better see to the tower. That was a raiding force size only" he looked up to the hills where the rider had been. "They will be back" he only said, but the statement was clear to him. To get to where they were now standing was deeper then any horde had ever gotten. To be fighting on the sil they were on meant that they had passed his father's castle. They were either under siege themselves or already destroyed. Varion already was too late. <br><br>When they reached the tower and accessed the damage he was actually quite surprised. Most of the refugees they had taken in were already working on repairs. His people though would know better then hers what could still be coming and they had set to work. Seeing the villagers setting wood for defenses and some heading out to collect arrows and weapons from the fallen he knew they would be in good hands. The new soldier in charge, named Elaed, was working to coordinate the people and tend to his own wounded. Varion approached the young man and told him that help was indeed on the way. The orcs would not come back for a hours and not until they had established force. By that time the castle would have sent the soldiers they ordered. <br><br>"I need something though" he told the new commander and the woman who was helping the refugees. "Bethane, two of them and ready to go into the mountains" Varion was referring to the ram mounts that his people rode in battle. "The main road to the capital will be swarming with orcs and we need to get there as fast as possible" <br><br>"The circle pass" the woman said nodding "No horse has sure enough footing for that" She looked over her shoulder and then back to him. "Let me ask" <br><br>A few minutes later a young boy came back form the woman. They were from a village at the base of the mountain. His father was a hunter and kept the Bethane in a pen on the side of the mountain. After a short talk with Varion he nodded to the young man knowing where he was speaking of. <br><br>Turning to Kaiya he stared at her for a long moment. "There is a path that brings you to the back of the castle. Above it actually" he paused then and added "Looking down on the castle from the mountain. From there we could get in even if the army has surrounded them." He looked at her and then smiled "Might need those cat reflexes though. The path is not easy" he then added "and cold" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>08-07-2014, 05:33:15</strong>
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				She looked at him with an odd smile.&nbsp; "Think the critters would mind?" she asked... then fluffed and preened at her lush fur coat as she shifted partially.&nbsp; Everyone was going to know about it soon enough, she had the feeling.&nbsp; She just wanted to make certain the beasts were not going to buck her off or trample her or anything.&nbsp; That would be a bad way to end a marriage.<br><br>Looking about, she sighed.&nbsp; "I am so going to need more arrows.&nbsp; Would you have any to spare?&nbsp; I can always pull from the enemies, and from our soldiers, if need be."&nbsp; It was a distasteful thought, looting arrows from the dead, but if she could get them intact, that was one more for her quiver and one less taking from them.&nbsp; They'd need as much as possible until their support arrived.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>08-07-2014, 16:50:19</strong>
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				Shaking his head he smiled. "No I don't think they will. Our bethane are trained from birth to work as hunting or war mounts. They are used to blood and kills and do not shy away from it like the horses of the south" he genuinely forgot for a moment about the pressing matters at hand and then moved closer to her. "And they can take you to high places in the mountains where no one would look for you for weeks" he added before leaning in to kiss her softly. <br><br>Pulling back form the kiss he let her refill her quiver and then rounded up his horse and hers. They would need to ride to get to the base of the mountain and the small hunting camp located there. There were questioning looks among his people as it was clear he was making ready to leave again. One of the older women approached him and shook her head "They are lost. Don't ride into the horde. We can't risk our last prince" she then clutched his arm with a wizened hand and whispered "Mathúin, please" <br><br>Taking the old hand in his he nodded to her. "I understand, but I have not given up hope. Just like the circle pass there is more then one route out of there. I must know. Our men would not have fallen in vain. Be strong and do not think that we have lost all" He then swung himself up into his saddle and looked down at her. "I honor my fathers and mothers who have fought and will not leave my brothers to die alone" <br><br>The old woman smiled at him then and swallowed hard with a lump in her throat. "You do your family honor Mathúin" she said to him and then she turned to help with the repair efforts. <br><br>Varion and Kaiya were riding again as the red sun now finally slipped down past the edge of the horizon and the night stars began to come out shining their white down on the world. It finally looked normal again and he was glad for the familiar. Body aching for rest he kept spurring the animal to ride hard, but it was not with the speed he had earlier in the day. The base of the mountains were in sight from the time they left, but the closer they got the more they rose and the sharp peaks jutted out. Soon they were in the foothills and Varion began to search for the trail the boy had mentioned. It took a few more hours and was nearing to midnight when he finally spotted it. A small shack built into the side of the hill. A large door on the front and a brass horn hanging beside that. <br><br>Climbing down from his horse Varion walked to the door and sighed. He picked up the horn and looked at the night sky for a moment. He took the horn and blew a long low sound that seemed to echo throughout the hills. Then after that had finished he blew three short sharp sounds before hanging the horn back on the hook. <br><br>"They should come now" he told Kaiya as he walked back to start to unsaddle his horse. "But it could be hours. We should get what rest we can and eat" Looking around he spotted a pile of wood and an ax nearby. "I will get some wood for a fire" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>08-07-2014, 18:14:39</strong>
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				Kaiya was all willing for rest.&nbsp; She was strong and capable, but while she was accustomed to battle, she was not used to riding hard before that, or after.&nbsp; She struggled a bit to take care of her horse, fighting to keep going.&nbsp; She would not shame her husband by being weak.&nbsp; That was unthinkable.&nbsp; At least they had a little shack there.&nbsp; She was almost more tired than hungry, but the hunger was there too.&nbsp; Rummaging in her pack, she suddenly snorted with amusement.<br><br>Holding up a well-wrapped bundle in paper and a special kind of leaf, she practically sighed in joy.&nbsp; "This is a godsend.&nbsp; There would be water near, yes?&nbsp; One of the suppliers at the tower gave us a stew pack.&nbsp; Even if it doesn't have meat, we can make a nice soup from it.&nbsp; All we need is water and fire."&nbsp; Putting it down, she stretched, then winced as one of the strained muscles from earlier made its presence felt... strongly.&nbsp; "Damn," she spat quietly, hoping he didn't see or hear that.&nbsp; They didn't have time to waste on little things like aches and pains.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>09-07-2014, 00:50:44</strong>
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				Seeing her with the pack he nodded and then smiled. "Use the water skin from my horse" he said as he gave a nod. "As long as we have yours then we will be fine. There will be plenty of water soon" he said as he turned to look up at the mountain. Not only would there be rivers and streams on the way up, but the snow near the top would melt quickly in the waterskins when kept close to their bodies. The cabin was to the north so he was not worried about horde patrols. They would be focused on the tower, which by now had been reinforced, and not looking for a single hunting hut. <br><br>He nodded to her and gestured inside. "Try and get the kindling going. I will cut some wood for us to sleep warm and get some hot food in us" Turning then he looked at the horses and then nodded. "We should keep them here until we are sure the bethane get here. I do not want to have to travel all that way on foot"&nbsp; <br><br>Turning then he studied the woodpile. He had removed the shield arm during the ride and now he unfastened his ax. Setting it down to lean by the door he unfastened his chest piece and pulled it off as well. Now standing bare chested he breathed in the cool air coming down off the mountain and walked to the wood pile. Picking up the wooden handle of the chopping ax he set up a large log on the block and then swung down hard enough to splinter the wood down the middle sending the chunks flying off a few feet. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>10-07-2014, 06:15:05</strong>
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				Kaiya moved to get the kindling lit, moving a bit more carefully than she usually did.&nbsp; That shoulder was starting to strain, tighten, and she was trying to keep it loose so that it wouldn't knot up on her.&nbsp; That was so very unpleasant.&nbsp; She built up the kindling and used her firestarter to get things going.&nbsp; It took a couple tries to make sure everything caught, since she was feeling slightly shaky.&nbsp; <br><br>She got the fire going gently, and leaned back to admire her work, then rustled up a pot to get the soup going in.&nbsp; Putting in the ingredients, which to her delight did include some hefty chunks of meat and some base for a thicker broth, she got the pot set with everything, so all she would need was the logs on the fire.<br><br>When she turned to mention this to Varion, she choked a bit in surprise and delight.&nbsp; Damn, her husband was one fine man when half dressed.&nbsp; Even more so undressed completely, but this way she could actually watch him work, and she enjoyed the play of his muscles in the firelight.&nbsp; She could shift to cat and keep warm; she only wanted to fire to cook something, not hunt for raw.&nbsp; But she'd take some time to enjoy a good spot of the day.&nbsp; Her husband's masculine perfection.&nbsp; She didn't think she could muster up the energy for much tonight, but she couldn't wait to simply sleep in his arms.&nbsp; Especially since they'd survived the combat earlier.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>11-07-2014, 02:10:49</strong>
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				AS the wood splintered under blow after blow Varion began to sweat. In the battle he had not lost control, but now that side that was so scared was coming out. He swung the ax down so hard that the wooden handle splintered and shattered in his hand. Panting now his nostrils flaring he threw the wooden handle from him sending it spinning through the air into a field. Standing there his arms shook and he finally opened his mouth and drew a deep breath. <br><br>Closing his eyes he tried to slow his heart and for a long while he just stands and breathes. After a moment he opened his eyes and then let out a snort that was clearing not human. He cracked his neck as the tattoo on his body seemed to almost glow in the darkening twilight. He picked up a couple of the larger pieces of wood and then walked to pick up the waterskin. Finally he turned and caught sight of her standing in the doorway of the shack he swallowed. <br><br>He looked down and walked into the cabin with her. Putting the wood on the fire he then started to add the water to the pot. When he was done he finally turned and grabbed her. It was not violent instead he was needing her. He was needing her close. He needed to smell her and to feel her heartbeat with his. Quietly he held her for a moment and then in a very soft voice he said "Tell me you don't think it is to late" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-07-2014, 18:44:32</strong>
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				Kaiya held him tightly, resting her head against his heartbeat.&nbsp; "It's not too late.&nbsp; It can't be.&nbsp; Oh, Varion," she breathed, a fine trembling taking over.&nbsp; She'd been holding off her own reactions, trying to be strong.&nbsp; But if he was going to show what he felt; gods bless this man of hers, who let her be free.&nbsp; She'd always had to be strong, hide emotions other than eagerness and combativeness.&nbsp; She was the warrior, not the courtier, who could languish over a poem.&nbsp; Silly twits.&nbsp; She understood the value, and had wanted to many a time, but to see a warrior sighing over an ode?<br><br>She couldn't stop the tears now that they had a moment to rest, and they began to soak his chest as she closed her eyes and let them fall.&nbsp; She needed relief too.&nbsp; "I was so worried you'd get hit.&nbsp; I worried I'd not be enough to protect you out there.&nbsp; Gods, I worry about everything right now, which is not like me.&nbsp; I don't disgust you with my weakness, do I?"&nbsp; She had to know.&nbsp; She had to know.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-07-2014, 01:00:40</strong>
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				Stroking her hair softly Varion stood there and was so very welcome to not be the only one who was being open. His life had been about training and control. Rage, combat, and then mental clarity had all been his training. Now as she confessed he could not help but smile. "You couldn't be weak if you tried. I don't think you would know how" he reassured his new bride. Leaning down he kissed her on the top of her head smelling her hair and closing his eyes. As the fire crackled in the cabin going up the small stone chimney he guided her to the only bed in the place and sat down with her. <br><br>Less of a bed and more of a collection of soft straw and furs he looked at her. "I have no doubts in my mind love" he told her as he stroked her hair with one hand. His other large one came up to cup her chin to get her to look at him. "You will not fail or falter. I will get hurt. I will get hit and cut. So will you. We are warriors and we would be fools to think that neither of us would suffer damage. What you need to know is that you will never have to worry about someone not being there for you on the field just as I need not even turn to look when an arrow sails past my head. I will know it is you and that projectile will hit its mark. You trust me and I will trust you. In all things always" <br><br>The smell of the food started to fill the small space now and his stomach growled as he realized he had not eaten all day. Leaning in he kissed her cheek and then gestured to the wooden bowls and spoons. "What do you think your sister would say to a dinner a like this?" he asked trying to lighten her mood. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-07-2014, 08:43:37</strong>
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				She felt so much better letting her nerves go now.&nbsp; Before, she'd had to creep off alone to let her tears out.&nbsp; Now... now she had Varion to curl up against.&nbsp; When he lifted her chin so they could see each other properly, she smiled at him.&nbsp; God, she felt so much safer in his arms from anything.&nbsp; She could face death knowing he was there if it came to that.&nbsp; But she'd fight like hell to live.&nbsp; There was nothing more she wanted than to be with Varion.&nbsp; Except... and this was a novel thought for her... having his children.&nbsp; Good lord, now there was a thought!<br><br>When his stomach grumbled, hers followed suit, and she couldn't help but chuckle.&nbsp; His question made her burst into laughter.&nbsp; "This isn't dinner... this is slop for pigs!&nbsp; You cannot think that I, a princess of the blood royal, would eat something like this!" she said in a voice that mimicked her sister's priggish tone almost exactly.&nbsp; Her expression was full of laughter.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-07-2014, 19:49:59</strong>
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				Her smile lit up the room much brighter then the fire ever could. He felt better, lighter, and even for a moment forgot why they were there. He was still sitting with his arm around her as he then kissed her forehead and reached over to pick up a couple bowls. "This could be considered a feast for me on some nights. Most nights it is cold enough that we use a fire, but only when there is time. As part of the training we used to spend days on nothing but hard rations and dried meat." Handing her the dish he then he scooped up his. "Of course with control I was always able to hunt as my other side and fill myself that way" <br><br>Blowing on the hot stew he then took a bite and felt the warmth slide down to his stomach. Feeling slightly better he started to eat more and then slowed himself down. He needed to make this last. They had some more rations with them, but the trip was going to be cold and long. That thought made him consider for a moment giving her more of his food, but then he thought better of it. She was not soft and he didn't want her to think for one minute that he thought she was. Slowly finishing his bowl he scraped the rest of the pot to split it between them. Leaning back against the straw he reached over for some furs and started to arrange them around them. "We have to rest while we can" he said softly and then drew her to him covering the two of them up. <br><br>He left his chest bare so that the heat of his body would help to keep the both of them that much warmer in the night that was sure to get cold. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>15-07-2014, 06:34:03</strong>
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				Kaiya finished her meal, shaking her head.&nbsp; "Apparently our ideas of hard rations differ greatly.&nbsp; We usually carried jerky, dried fruits, and when we could, fresh vegetables.&nbsp; I hunted for us, since my people know I can go cat.&nbsp; It worked better, since I could even fish.&nbsp; And there's nothing like fresh caught trout done over an open fire with bay leaves wrapped around it... or any of the spices or things I carried.&nbsp; I always try to take that along so nothing is bland enough to choke a pig."<br><br>She was a warrior, but she did have a definite taste for good food.&nbsp; She could make some, but she was no master chef like in the palace.&nbsp; She yawned and winced as she stretched.&nbsp; A little growl came from her as Varion set up their bedding and stripped his shirt off.&nbsp; "Just completely random here, but... did I ever tell you you have a great body?" she asked with a chuckle and grin to hide the fact she was moving her left arm a little more carefully than usual as she moved to adjust herself against him.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>22-07-2014, 01:03:22</strong>
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				"Not so much in words" he responded to her and then gathered her closer. He frowned a little as he watched her and then he reached up and his strong warm grip began to massage the shoulder. "We might need to put ice on this during the ride" he told her as he felt gently. Muscle tears, strains, wounds, and even sickness had of course been a part of his training. Most of the army had a shaman of his people that came with them. They were male or female, but respected the same. Learning form them had been a part of his training as well and it came back to him now was he felt slowly. "You should sleep on your other side to keep pressure off of this arm" <br><br>He did not wait for her to respond. Instead he moved rolling her to her side so that the arm was elevated. Then his larger body came across hers his arm covering her and his warm chest pressing to her back. "Sleep love" he whispered then and raised his head a moment before laying it back down "We need to get any rest we can"<br><br>It was only a few more moments before he was asleep. Warriors were taught to sleep when you knew you could. Meditation made it simpler to fall into a light slumber and he took advantage of the quiet time. It was a few short hours later though that his eyes gently opened. The fire was down to coals now and just slowly rising smoke came from it. Looking around he swore he could have heard something and closed his eyes again for a moment before he heard it again. <br><br>This time he sat up moving gently to not wake Kaiya. It could just be the arrival of the bethane, but he didn't want to wake her until he was sure. Looking over at the weapon near the door he made sure it was within reach. He was about to get up to check when the door latch turned and the wooden thing slowly swung open. <br><br>A small and blood streaked face looked into the room and seemed to be surprised. Her mouth opened and then shut as she stared and then shook her head. Tied tight around that head was one time white strip of cloth that looked like it was once a very expensive nightgown. mouse looked on the two of them in the small shack and then finally seeming to accept it was them gestured with her head. "Theron is a few miles behind me, but not your father" <br><br>She then stepped back out into the night and looked over her shoulder "Please tell me that the tower did not fall. We have some that will only survive if we can rest there" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>24-07-2014, 18:42:44</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				when he put his hands on her and began to work her shoulder, she groaned.&nbsp; God, that felt so good.&nbsp; She had dealt with masseurs at home often enough, bu there was just something better about it being done by a loved one.&nbsp; Even more so when that one knew the right moves to make to make the pain ease off.&nbsp; It felt great, and she'd definitely return the favor another time.<br><br>Then he covered her like a blanket, and she murmured a sleepy thanks, as his body heat pretty much immediately transferred itself to her.&nbsp; "I bet I fall asleep before you," she teased truthfully, as the combined massage and heat and his presence against her let her drift off.&nbsp; She snuggled tight against him with perfect instinct.&nbsp; Then she was lost in deep sleep, more wearied than she'd expected from the hard travel and the fighting.&nbsp; That was not a style of fighting she'd been trained to, though she could stand and fight.&nbsp; She didn't even have a dream stage, so quickly did she go under.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>24-07-2014, 22:34:32</strong>
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				By the time the first of the warriors were arriving Varion was waiting. mouse was not as wounded as it first looked and part of him wondered if it was doing that on purpose. mouse was clever and looking weak put it at an advantage for certain. He had woken Kaiya up as well knowing she would want to hear about what was happening as much as he did. mouse was silent though as Varion looked at the cut and then tied the gown back in place. Usually joking and ribbing him like he was a little brother it was unnerving to sit in silence as they waited. <br><br>The first warriors were tired, but clearly put up front to deal with any trouble that might arise and break a path. They moved to their prince quickly who told them to continue on towards the tower. The way would be clear and they could make good time. He had one of the men take his horse and ride ahead to try and get word that they were coming to the tower. The other horse he kept back in case any wounded might be needing to be hastened to the tower. <br><br>Then the wounded men came in. Most were able to walk and move, but the evidence of the battle was clear. Varion searched and soon a littler being born by four men came into view. Laying upon it was his brother and when Varion strode to it the men lowered it slowly to the ground. mouse was at his side of course a clear look of concern as Varion looked at the black arrow protruding from his brother's left forearm. <br><br>"He would bleed out it we removed it sir" one of the soldiers explained before Varion could ask. The barbed shaft of the goblin arrow was designed to pierce and then cause as much damage as possible when extracted. They used small sharpened bones to achieve the effect. Leaning down he sniffed the wound by the base of the arrow and then recoiled quickly closing his eyes he reached out and put a hand on the feverish forehead of his brother. <br><br>"The infection spreads" he said simply as he stood back up. "How far have you four carried him?" he questioned the men and then relieved them of their duty. He found four others and then a fifth. Giving them the final horse he told them to rotate a man resting on the horse and the other four carrying. "All speed to the tower, maybe even the capital" he told them and then looking at his brother one more time sent them on their way. <br><br>mouse took a step to go and Varion reached out to touch lightly on its shoulder. "Not yet" he said as he moved it back. "I need to know what happened" <br><br>As the men continued to filter by he took mouse into the cabin with Kaiya and shut the door. Sitting mouse down on the hay he then got some water and stoked some of the fire with some fresh wood. "He is going to lose the arm" he said without a doubt in his voice. "Time will only tell if they can get him there fast enough to stop the poison from getting to the rest of him" mouse sat there silent a moment and then nodded as a single tear ran down the dirty cheek. <br><br><em>By the time we reached the castle they were already marching on it. Drums sounding and horns blowing. A horde the likes of which we had never see came into sight. Formed columns, archer divisions, siege weapons, wolf cavalry, and always the black riders moving back and forth among them. It stretched down to the horizon and no one had the heart to count them. They simply marched to just outside of the range of arrows and stopped. Then they sat down and waited. It was not until the sun was gone that the first attack waves began. That was how it went through the night. Waves of arrows silent and flying through the sky followed by attackers. First they tried ladders and then towers. The battlements were slick with blood by midnight and we had to withdraw to the inner wall. They didn't stop though. Units would attack and then break off before two more seemed to spring up fresh and ready to fight and always the pounding of javelins and arrows against the walls. When dawn broke and the blood red of the sun came up your father called us to fall back to the keep. for the first time ever the horde had pushed us to the mountain. Your brother was already wounded and so he was selecting a few men to take him on when he realized the attack had stopped. All was silent. Usually the horde would hurl themselves against the keep before realizing that there was no possible way to get inside the stone. We could hole up in there for months and they could not drive us out. That was when your father heard the pickaxes and shovels. I watched his face fall. That was when he gave the order for everyone to go save for the fifty oldest among the men. They would stay and fight to the last, but the rest of us were to take the circle path and get to the tower. When I asked him why he told me they were going to dig a tunnel under the outer wall of the keep. They would then burn a fire in it so hot that the rock would shatter and the wall no matter how strong would crumble to the ground. It would take hours, but there was no way to stop it. He gave me the order again and then asked me to promise that Theron would live. That was the last time I saw him and after the last of the men went into the escape tunnel he flooded it by diverting the water to it. </em><br><br>Quietly Varion listened to the story and then lifted his head. Looking at mouse he saw more of the tears in the dirty skin and then he stood up. Reaching down he helped mouse to stand and then nodded "Go with Theron now. Never leave his side again" mouse nodded and then as silent as ever slipped out the door and into the night. Turning to Kaiya Varion set his jaw and then softly told her "I still need to see it" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>24-07-2014, 23:19:29</strong>
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				Kaiya had stood by listening, and helping move people onward.&nbsp; Seeing the wounded was the worst.&nbsp; Dan, if only some of her father's healers had gotten to the tower!&nbsp; She knew one man who would do just about anything for the ill.&nbsp; Saer Lixain was a cousin on her mother's side, by marriage, so no true blood between them.&nbsp; Often it had been thought that the healer would tame the wild princess, but they were like brother and sister, not lovers.&nbsp; ore like twins, almost.&nbsp; If he had gone... he might well have.&nbsp; If anyone could save that arm...<br><br>"Normally I would say push it through then break it, but I don't know how close the head is to the big veins, arteries.&nbsp; I wouldn't want to kill him.&nbsp; And a tourniquet might be just as dangerous; I'd want to burn the infection out, personally.&nbsp; If Lixain is at the tower..."&nbsp; She spun and grabbed her bag, seizing the thing and flinging it open, then pulling a small chain from it, looping it about his good arm.&nbsp; "Lixain will know who that belongs to; he made it.&nbsp; He'll treat him with all the passion he has in him."&nbsp; And that was a lot.<br><br>When Varion led them into the cabin for a retelling of what had gone on, she felt the tears well up.&nbsp; Oh, Varion...&nbsp; Her heart burned with love and hurt and compassion for him... and a burning rage and hatred for those who had brought this about.&nbsp; She was going to destroy them for what trauma they had caused her husband.&nbsp; He was hers, by the gods and she would have her vengeance!<br><br>"As soon as you wish to leave, we shall.&nbsp; Whatever there is to bring back, we will.&nbsp; And whatever is there to kill... we will," she said in a voice that he had never heard from her before.&nbsp; What Kaiya claimed was hers, and these monsters had hurt her own.&nbsp; They would pay for that.&nbsp; She'd march into the elven kingdom and drag them out by the hair to help if things came to that.&nbsp; She wasn't sure about the dwarves, but the elves... she'd get them&nbsp; And then they'd rain hellfire on those creatures.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 01:24:17</strong>
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				Saying nothing Varion nodded to her and then turned to walk outside. He set his jaw and greeted the men who were still trickling in and gave them signs to make for the tower and then they would be safe. When the last of them were gone he heard a familiar grunting sound. Bethane were not much for sound, but they did what was needed for certain. Seeing these two still wearing the saddles and straps they were prepared to go. Unlike the horses the straps became a part of them and after helping her into the saddle he then turned and headed them both up the mountain. <br><br>The circle path was treacherous, but with the men having come down it not long before the snow was mostly cleared. They continued up and up getting higher and higher in the mountains until the clouds themselves looked as if they were beside them. The bethane seemed to welcome this and moved not only sure footed, but actually moved quickly in the cold and thin air. It was along the path near the top of the mountain when Varion finally stopped for the first time. It was dawn now and over the tops of the peaks far to the east behind them the sun came up and breathing a sigh of relief it was the yellow color they all knew once again. The wind was cold and below freezing here, but even as it whipped past his face the young man seemed to look at home. Looking at Kaiya he again said nothing, but let his eyes convey how worried he truly was. <br><br>It was a couple more long hours as they circled the large mountain and then finally started to head down along the other side. The winding path was narrow and now they began to see a few men among the snow. There were no signs of combat, but these were the ones who could not make the retreat with the others. Varion saluted each corpse as they passed, but did not stop. Each of them men was laying down with his arms across his chest still clutching some kind of weapon. In order to get to the halls of their fathers they would need to cross a land fraught with dangers. His people always placed a weapon in the hands of a fallen warrior. <br><br>Not long after they began to see the bodies they saw the smoke. It was black and acidic looking and because fo the wind coming down off the mountain moving away from them. That was why they saw it before they smelled it. Heading to the edge of a large outcropping Varion stopped below it and dismounted. He moved to scramble up onto a large rock and raising his hand to his forehead he looked into the light at what had become of his home.&nbsp; <br><br>The single curl of smoke came up from the ruins of the central keep. It had been built into the side of the mountain itself and now looked like a crumbled ruin. The outside wall that was of almost solid stone had collapsed into a pile of rubble and still steam and smoke rose from underneath it. The city itself was spotted with fires, but looked mostly as if it had been burnt out. A circling of crows and other birds seemed to move about on the wind and after a time Varion could see the corpses laying about on the walls, the ground and outside the city. A small river had always run down off the mountain and near the keep. It provided fresh clean water to the entire city and helped to keep it cool during the hot summer months. Now it could be seen flowing out and further down the hills. The flow of the water was choked now as it was crowded with bodies and debris. Looking down from the angle they were at it gave him the full panoramic view of his home utterly destroyed. <br><br>and no army in sight.<br><br>Whatever they had done they had done long enough ago that they now had moved off and were probably back in the foothills resting and drinking in the spoils of their victory. Standing with his jaw set there was no enemy to take vengeance upon. No battle to charge in to. There was nothing that could be done for his home anymore.<br><br>Tannerbrook had been overrun, destroyed, and then abandoned. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 02:28:55</strong>
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				Kaiya worked at picking up the rhythm for riding bethane; they were vastly different from a horse.&nbsp; She finally just decided to move with the beast and hope for the best.&nbsp; At least they seemed to enjoy this terrain.&nbsp; &nbsp;Her horse would have gone through it, but not in such a stable fashion.&nbsp; She knew she was focusing on such things in order to keep her mind off the mass of people they had left behind.<br><br>When the yellow sun rose, she heaved a sigh of relief, echoed by all nature around her.&nbsp; Now all she needed was to find something decent at the end of the ride, but that was going to be impossible.&nbsp; She had no idea what things were going to look like when she got there, but she prepared for the worst.&nbsp; &nbsp;She had to.&nbsp; Varion was going to see whatever had become of his home.<br><br>The few people they found on the way looked like they had been given a quick funeral effort of sorts.&nbsp; Her eyes teared up as she saw the preparations made for their journey to whatever heaven they held dear.&nbsp; Then came the other sights.&nbsp; The other... horrors.<br><br>She let loose a hushed cry of denial as she saw the broken landscape, the clogged waterway... and the mass of bodies doing the clogging.&nbsp; The smoke drifting upwards, the small fires still flickering.&nbsp; All of it, shattered to pieces.<br><br>Kaiya had dismounted a bit slower, and made her way over to Varion slowly.&nbsp; Not because of her aching legs, but to give him time to absorb everything.&nbsp; This was his home; she'd never seen it in its heyday, and now she never would unless they could rebuild.&nbsp; But it still wouldn't be the same.&nbsp; Nothing would ever be the same again.<br><br>She moved up beside him and slipped her hand into his and simply held on.&nbsp; This was a moment for silence, for him to break.&nbsp; And she'd be there to actch him if he fell.&nbsp; That was her right and privilege, after all, as his wife and partner.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 02:52:02</strong>
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				There was a long time he just stood there staring into the distance. Eyes that were wet slid down tears as he stared and then he closed his eyes. Still clutching her hand he shook with a breath and then fell to his knees. All of the strength seemed to cave out of him as the realization that no one survived meant that not only had he lost his home, city, nation, but also somewhere in that fire and ash was his father. His brother was possibly dying and now here he was looking on the large grave of his people. <br><br>The wind blew from behind them for a time and then finally he felt his strength return. Cold dried the tears on his face and he stood slowly. for the moment he had no idea what to do. Chase an army? Try to make some kind of peace for his city? Go back to help his people? Prepare for war? All of these thoughts came into his head as his nostrils flared. Without thinking his shift came and releasing her hand standing there he roared loudly. His mixed form grunting and fangs showing as he roared in frustration and anger. Throwing his head back he pushed his arms out to the side and roared as if he screamed to the gods themselves. <br><br>Slowly he quieted down and stood there breathing heavily and looking at the city. Shifting back slowly he felt himself gain his control again and the cold of his sweat rapidly chilling his body. It was in the cold breeze of the mountain that he finally twitched his nose and caught the scent. It was different and something he had never sensed before. Reaching over he touched her shoulder and his eyes darted behind him. Without a word he let her know that something was not right. Slowly he reached out and touched the ax handle when he heard the voice. <br><br>"Please young prince, I mean you and your bride no harm. I have been waiting for your moment of grief to subside" the voice came softly as if on the wind itself. Almost as if the snow itself came alive a snowbank slightly down the trail seemed to slowly stand up into a humanoid form. Wearing an all white cloak and what looked like pure white leather armor what could only be a high elf stood before them with the cloak raised around their face. Slowly they showed their hands showing they held no weapons and then reached up to draw back the cloak. Stark blue eyes and hair so blonde that it was almost white against the cloak a female stared at the two of them. <br><br>"My name is Aernatheth young royals and I have come seeking the two of you" she said as she stood staring at the young couple. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 03:12:27</strong>
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				She went to her knees when he did, simply being there for him.&nbsp; She could always be counted on to do that.&nbsp; Her own mind was spinning its images of her home broken and shattered, her family dead or dying, even her sister being tormented and taken.&nbsp; The thoughts disturbed her greatly, and they weren't even real yet.&nbsp; But they could be, and it scared her horribly.&nbsp; <br><br>When Varion left her side and let loose his grief in the bear's outrage, she rose to her feet slowly, standing there and waiting.&nbsp; He'd come back to her as soon as the grief was released for the moment.&nbsp; Then, after he had, and went on alert, she was looking around all over.&nbsp; But even with her cat's eyes she missed the white-clad figure until it moved.&nbsp; Damn snow, freezing her nose, and damn smoke fouling it.<br><br>An elf.&nbsp; She'd jut been wishing for elves.&nbsp; But to come now.. it made things so desperately horrible.&nbsp; "Why do you seek us, and not the king?" asked Kaiya in a cool voice.&nbsp; Why had the single lone elf come here?
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 03:22:24</strong>
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				Varion had lowered his gaze at the creature in front of them. Looking down he felt his jaw clench. An elf.... an elf was here now. Where was it when his city was burning? The only thought he could form was that they had watched as his people died and he stepped forward with a bold move and snarled loudly. "Speak quickly and be gone. I have no tolerance for those who would watch people die and do nothing" he ended up clenching and spitting the last part. if it were not for Kaiya with her hand on his arm he might have lost control. <br><br>"I am alone I fear and only just arrived before you" she answered raising her hands in a gesture of peace. "I have tracked you from the capital which I reached yesterday. You moved fast and I surmised that you would come here. I only waited a few hours until you arrived" She paused then and stepped closer "And I came seeking you princess because of the uniqueness of both of your births. I thought for certain you would know that during this time when the red sun raised we would come for you" <br><br>She then looked at each of them in turn and saw that they did not understand. "Your parents did not tell you of the red sun and what it would mean for you? The prophecy?" she asked looking at each of them again seemingly very confused and then she raised her hands to her face and covered her mouth. Her porcelain skin flushed pink at the cheeks and she shook her head the blonde hair moving softly. "You do not know. They never told you" she whispered and then turned away looking down and mumbling something as she stared at the ground. <br><br>His brow furrowing in confusion Varion looked at Kaiya. What did she mean? What was this creature of legend and memory talking about? "Did you ever hear about a prophecy?" he asked her softly having no idea himself. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 03:34:01</strong>
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				"The only thing I know about prophecies is that they are always multi-edged blades.&nbsp; They can cut in so many ways.&nbsp; But other than that, I know of no prophecy linked to me.&nbsp; Or my birth.&nbsp; I am who I am, made by the life I live and the choices I made.&nbsp; And this means I am part of prophecy?"<br><br>Kaiya regarded the female elf before them.&nbsp; "If you're looking at people who are special, look down there.&nbsp; They gave their lives to protect the ones who fled on command.&nbsp; The king, the father of my very special husband, fell here, and my brother-in-law may yet die.&nbsp; Or lose his arm.&nbsp; Have you any way to stop that, elf Aernatheth?&nbsp; Can you help with all the things needing help?&nbsp; And can you tell us what good this prophecy is if it kills all our peoples?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 03:47:20</strong>
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				The elf female heard the words and stopped mumbling as she stood up and turned to face them again. She listened to every word and stepped forward quickly. "Please do not take my words as a slight to those who have fallen. I mourn their loss and pray that will also make their journey to the beyond with joy. I pray for them, but it is not something that I can stop. It is not something that we were made to stop. That is why you are here. It is why you were made" <br><br>Stopping then she looked at them again and then paused her mouth open slightly. She seemed to be considering something for a moment and then she nodded. "Of course" she said and then she looked up at the mountain and towards the top. "I must show you something. It is something that your people seem to have forgotten" she stepped closer and looked at Varion a moment before then turning to meet Kaiya's gaze. <br><br>"Please your highness" she offered her hand and shook her head "I know you have little reason to trust and even less reason to follow, but you must know the truth. You must be shown so that you can stop them. You are the ones who have been made to" <br><br>She paused then and the wind picked up whipping around her white cloak as she stood looking as if the cold did not even effect her. "Please" she said again still holding out the delicate gloved hand. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 03:54:55</strong>
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				The feline princess, wife of the bear Prince Carion, regarded that hand carefully.&nbsp; Her eyes locked on the woman's intently, and she suddenly stepped closer, nose twitching even in human form&nbsp; She slowly placed her hand in the elf's, wondering what it was about these people that had made them draw so far away from the rest of the world.&nbsp; "Are we going to get emissaries for the other peoples as well?&nbsp; Dwarves, perhaps?"<br><br>She turned to look at her husband, offering him her other hand.&nbsp; "Varion&nbsp; Shall we find out what they're speaking of?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>25-07-2014, 04:21:31</strong>
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				Aernatheth smiled and nodded as she took her hand. When she spoke of other emissaries she furrowed her brow. "I do not speak for the dwarves or even for the council of my people. I am here only on my own" She then shook her head "I am sorry. I am able to only do what I can"<br><br>Varion growled and snorted slightly. He looked over his shoulder at the city below still burning and then reached out his hand and placed it in Kaiya's. Aernatheth nodded and then her other hand came out to touch Varion's wrist. "Come young prince. We will have more time to grieve" <br><br>closing her eyes she spoke in a tongue that sounded musical and even as if it were wrapping around them. Varion could recognize the language of magic, but this was different. It was old, strong, and made the hair on his body stand on end. He opened his mouth to protest when he felt them move. Rising quickly the ground seemed to almost fall away form them as they rose up along the side of the mountain. There was no wind, but the sound was loud and filled their ears. Opening his mouth Varion was about to protest when suddenly as it began it stopped. Blinking slightly he looked around and they were in a different place. <br><br>The wind was much stronger here and when he breathed in he could tell they were even higher then before. The oxygen was thin and he looked around slowly. It was bright here and the world below was gone hidden away by a layer of clouds. It took him a moment and then he felt the cold. They were on top of the mountain. A place that his people revered and respected as sacred and no one ever climbed to.&nbsp; He was about to speak when he realized that Aernatheth was already walking away. <br><br>Stopping in the snow she crouched down the cloak whipping in the strong wind around them. She pulled off her glove and then reached her hand down to the cold stone. No snow remained here as the wind was whipping and dry. When she touched the stone there was a strong pulse and then a rumble as a stone began to shake and then slide down. As the elf woman stood back up the stones moved making a circular staircase that seemed to descend into the center of the mountain. <br><br>She turned to look at the two of them and then gestured. The wind was strong enough that if she spoke it might not have even been able to be heard. Instead she started to slowly descend and Varion gripped Kaiya's hand and then began to follow. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>26-07-2014, 01:13:33</strong>
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				Kaiya held on to both their hands, not quite sure what was going on.&nbsp; She was fairly annoyed by the fact that they only had the one elf coming to them, but perhaps more will follow.&nbsp; And he was just damned curious about a prophecy, too.&nbsp; So she held on tight...&nbsp; then the elf started chanting.&nbsp; She felt Varion respond to it, and her own skin had gooseflesh all along it, unnerving her.<br><br>When she opened her eyes(when had she actively closed them?), they were someplace where the air was thinner, colder, the wind stronger.&nbsp; It made her close her eyes partially from the glare, until she got used to it.&nbsp; But when she realized where they had gone, she gripped Varion tighter and tried to curl into his body.&nbsp; "What in the gods' names?" she breathed, her moment o panic fading.<br><br>Then the elf activated some stairwell with a stone, and she merely shook her head.&nbsp; This was way beyond her, and she felt nervous, uneasy... like any cat going into a situation it couldn't find a pathway out of.&nbsp; The elf requested they follow, and she looked up at Varion, who followed after the elven woman.&nbsp; She followed as well, not willing to take a chance on losing him.&nbsp; "Sometimes I need to stop wishing for things so hard... not all of them come true well, I think," she muttered.&nbsp; She'd wanted to meet elves.&nbsp; Well, now she was.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>28-07-2014, 01:24:21</strong>
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				The stairs started to get dark fairly quickly and after a time Aernatheth paused. The musical spidery language came form her lips again as she held out her hand. Light in the area started to swirl seeming to gather in long strands and then the strands wrapping around each other until they formed a glowing ball that floated just above the palm of her hand. The light made the sitars very clear and they all began to descend again. Not wanting to let go of Kaiya's hand Varion followed along slowly always keeping the two of them in physical contact. Once they were deep under the ground the stairs ended and led to a long hall. Following along behind the elf Varion noticed that the area was settled with dust. It was clear no one had been here in a very long time, but even more unsettling was the fact that as they followed her the elf left no footprints. <br><br>They reached the end of the long hallway and were greeted by what appeared to be a large stone door. Standing in front of the elf spoke in the spidery language and then the door shuddered. Dust fell down as it slid slowly to the floor. The ball of light flew into the room ahead of them now and as it flew to the ceiling it landed in a large crystal looking sphere. The light was dim, but it cast enough light to see barely in the darkness. <br><br>The room was circular and large. Stone walls all around the outside were carved with images and intricate patterns. Very comfortable looking furniture was along the walls and looked to be able to house at least a dozen people. The center of the room was a large pool of what looked like liquid silver. It moved and rippled as if it were a small pond and Varion looked at the thing with interest. Stepping into the room with Kaiya the door slid up again behind them and he noted the room was warm and unlike the hall or outside there was no dust here. <br><br>Aernatheth unfastened her cloak and placed it on a chair. The form fitting white armor was much more evident as it clung to every small curve and tight muscle. Striding to the pool she stopped at the edge and removed her right glove. Setting it on the edge of the pool she then reached down to the silver surface. Her hand hovered flat above the pond and then it seemed the ripples moved out from her hand. Quiet for a moment there was nothing but the ripples and then the room seemed to change. <br><br>Light came out of the walls making the room suddenly bright as if the sun was shining inside. A soft breeze moved through and the temperature seemed to raise to summer levels. A light voice began to speak then, but it came from nowhere specific. Instead it seemed to surround them and come form the room itself. <br><br>"Welcome back Mistress Aernatheth. Your last visit was three thousand eight hundred and twenty four years ago. Last activation was nineteen years ago. Should I search for last visit or do you have a new request?" <br><br>Varion started and if by instinct his hand went to the handle of his ax. Staring at Aernatheth the tall elf slowly turned and smiled at the two of them. "I request a reading of the Prophecy of Aernatheth" she said and then she raised her eyebrows. "Are you hungry or thirsty? It will take a few moments for the Elders to find the words"<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>28-07-2014, 18:55:31</strong>
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				Kaiya had the benefit of her eyes being sharper, and more able to process light at night, but even with those abilities, she was hard-pressed to see in the dark here.&nbsp; At night, outside, there was ambient light.&nbsp; Here there was none, so she trusted the elf and her husband.&nbsp; Trusted him not to let her go, and trusted the elf not to lead them into a trap.<br><br>Then the elf made the glowing ball of light, and Kaiya flinched, blinking at the new light source.&nbsp; They continued onward, and she made sure to stay closer to Varion.&nbsp; This was damned unnerving, this trek to who knew where, and it was making her nervous.&nbsp; The fact that the elf left no trail to track if they got separated made her shiver a bit.&nbsp; What was going on here?<br><br>Then they arrived in a big room, with actual furniture, and a large pool of something silvery in it.&nbsp; Going through a rock door brought them to someone's home?&nbsp; When the door slid shut, Kaiya flinched a little, and she moved closer to Varion, eager for his presence.&nbsp; The place was nice indeed, but... no dust, which she'd have expected.<br><br>Then the elf took off her cloak, and went to commune with the pool.&nbsp; Suddenly the walls lit up, a sudden breeze came through, and it was warmer.&nbsp; Then a voice came from nowhere, and despite her determination not to, she jumped a bit, clutching Varion's hand tightly and leaning into him.&nbsp; "I could use a good stiff drink or two, and food, yes, thank you," replied Kaiya to the elf's question about refreshments.&nbsp; Definitely some good stiff drinks to counteract the shocks here.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-07-2014, 00:03:07</strong>
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				"Of course" the tall elf responded as she walked to the wall opposite the door. She waved her hand and with little to no effort and the stones on the wall began to glow in response. "I apologize if it seems stale. This listening post has been absent for a long time" she said as she seemed to be getting responses from a stone that was sliding slowly out of the wall. <br><br>Varion kept Kaiya close and then stepped forward shaking his head "What do you mean listening post? What is this place? What did you all do here?" <br><br>Blinking Aernatheth looked at him and furrowed her brow "We watched our creations and monitored their progress. Do you not know the history of this world?" <br><br>The smell of food began to fill the room as a stone slid down slowly. Behind it were several different selections of what looked to be dehydrated food that was now plump with warm water. Reaching in she picked up a purple fruit and then moved across to a chair not far away. Varion watched her and the ease with which she moved and then shook his head "We know our history. My ancestors founded this land after moving out of the wilds. Since then across time my family has ruled Tannerbrook and repelled the horde time and again" he replied his nostrils flaring. <br><br>Making an incredulous face Aernatheth shook her head "Not recent history" she said shaking her head "I mean the history from before you and your kind wandered this land. Where you all come from and why you are here" <br><br>"Mistress" the room seemed to hum at them as the pool rippled "I have compiled that memory as well. Would you like a reading?" <br><br>"No" Aernatheth responded waving her hand "You work on the prophecy I can tell them this" <br><br>"Tell us what?!" Varion snarled now and for the first time Aernatheth seemed unnerved. Swallowing she looked at the two of them and then shook her head. <br><br>"We made you. Thousands and thousands of years ago we made you. We made all of you. We made you to fight our war" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 01:47:56</strong>
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				She was going to lose her eyes and jaw, she just knew it.&nbsp; This was a dream, wasn't it?&nbsp; But no, Varion's had was too warm, strong; it was all too real.&nbsp; When stones started sliding around, and held food, she sniffed warily&nbsp; When the elf moved away with a purple fruit, Kaiya gave in and moved over to check everything out.&nbsp; The scents were luscious, and her stomach growled unashamedly.&nbsp; She chose a largish peach and bit into it and groaned.&nbsp; Oh, it was good, so good!&nbsp; She snagged a bunch of grapes and headed back to Varion, offering some of her bounty to him.<br><br>When the elf and the pool began conversing, she shook her head in growing bemusement.&nbsp; "You know... I had thought to go to the elves and drag them into the war, since it will affect them.&nbsp; But I'm beginning to wonder if they're all people who talk to pools of liquid silver."&nbsp; She grinned faintly as she finished off the peach happily.&nbsp; She might have feline aspects, but she loved fruits and vegetables too.<br><br>Then came the last statement, and Kaiya stood there, not realizing the the grapes she had been about to eat had been squished in her hand until the juice made itself felt.&nbsp; "You... made us?&nbsp; As in all our peoples?&nbsp; To fight your war?&nbsp; And you think you're going to stay out of this one?"&nbsp; She was suddenly both boiling mad and outraged, then the reality hit her, and added shock and disbelief to the mix.&nbsp; She was halfway to shifting, though she held herself back through a great effort of will.&nbsp; She wanted to rend this lying creature; no way could it have been done.&nbsp; "Impossible!"<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 02:13:54</strong>
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				The elven female backed up looking quite afraid. In front of her the couple she had brought in was now changing in front of her eyes. Kaiya was only giving out some of her other and holding back but Varion was fully shifted. The blue markings glowing brightly enough that they sent the light around the room he snarled. Voice changed due to his shifting he gritted his sharp teeth. "We were created by the gods and I won't let you blas" he began to say and then seemed to stop. Almost as if he was frozen a moment he then blinked and pulled back shaking his head. There was a buzzing sound that filled the room and shaking his head harder he felt his legs getting weak. Shifting back to his human form he put his hands to his head clutching his ears and seeing that the noise was effecting Kaiya in the same way. <br><br>Aernatheth seemed confused a moment and then yelled "No stop!" and the noise ceased. The pool rippled in response as she moved over closer and then stood just a few feet away from them. "I'm sorry. The defense mechanisms of this place are meant to deny your shifting powers. It was a precaution we had put in place in case of a revolt someday. We needed to keep ourselves safe"&nbsp; <br><br>Standing back up she stared at the two of them and her face became pained. Swallowing she folded her hands over each other and then closed her eyes. She began to mumble in that spidery language and as she did so the room seemed to darken and the ceiling of the room became as the night sky showing stars. As she stood there speaking the stars on the ceiling began to move depicting the scenes she was describing. <br><br><em>When the world was formed the three creators got to create one race in their image. The being of light created the elves, caretakers of the beauty they had worked on. The being of darkness created the orcs, powerful and handsome defenders of the world. The creature who held the scales created man, allowing him the choice to be as he wanted. These races were sent to the world to rule over it. It was not long though before they realized they had made a mistake. The darkness of the orcs corrupted their nature and they became ugly and even began to destroy the land they had worked on. The elves sought to control everything and continued to shape the world without the permission of the creators. Man stayed to the side as much as possible working to maintain peace between the two factions. A war erupted and soon the men and elves fought together to drive the orcs into the wildlands where they would remain. This first war caused the creators to flee leaving us to our own devices. </em><br><br>She paused a moment as the large stars of the creators faded out and then she continued. <br><br><em>There was peace for a time. The elves who had studied the most from the creators sought to add more to the world. Inside of their own people though there was a split. Some revered the creators and said that none should challenge their work, others spoke how the creators had gifted the world to them and now they would carry on in their name. The factions continued to split until the elves themselves split. Two nations arose and then began to battle each other, but both knew that the blood of elves was to precious to waste. Then each side began to get soldiers form the other races. Men and orcs were sent out to fight the civil war of the elves. When it became clear that the men were no match for the fierce orcs those elves knew they needed to do something to turn the tides of battle. Working with nature they began to create new races from the world of men. Men who could fight with the speed, strength, and ferocity of the beasts. It was clear now that the elves fighting against them were outclassed and so they fled from the surface retreating to the depths of the world. There they would wait building their own strengths and powers until the time was right to rise and reclaim what was taken from the world so long ago. </em><br><br>The elf now stopped and slowly the light of the room began to return. Sitting on the floor Varion looked up at her his nostrils flaring as he watched her face intently. Slowly her eyes opened as she stared back at the two of them and shook her head. "I have lived for nearly twenty thousand revolutions of the stars. I was there for the first creation. After the Nekutha retreated we let go of our soldiers. We left them to live out their lives as they would see fit and to tend to the world. Since we have learned the error of our ways, but it does not stop what is happening" <br><br>Aernatheth's eyes flashed with anger her facade dropping a moment as she whispered "The Nekutha have returned. They will not stop until they have what they seek and they will strip the world of anyone that might stand in their path" <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 02:25:43</strong>
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				Kaiya let loose a keening wail as the sound assaulted her sharp ears.&nbsp; She had wanted to tell Varion to stand down, but she was cut off from that.&nbsp; Now she was just trying to keep her sanity and stay conscious.&nbsp; The buzz seemed to make her head feel as if thousands of hives had let loose every single warrior bee in them at once.<br><br>When the sound ended, her breath came in short, choppy pants as she lifted her head slowly to glare at the elven female.&nbsp; With her eyes not even cat-slitted, there was such a wealth of danger in her expression most people would flee.&nbsp; Quickly.&nbsp; Tossing as much as they had on them behind for greater speed.&nbsp; Hoping that the dangerous predator behind them would take the offering and be happy with it.<br><br>When the tale began to be told, she folded down on the ground, needing to rest her shaky legs.&nbsp; Then she listened and watched in awe and anger.&nbsp; So they had been created because the lives of the elves were too sacred?&nbsp; Too precious?&nbsp; Oh, hells no.&nbsp; When the woman finally finished, mentioning the Nekutha, Kaiya growled very very softly.&nbsp; "You made us to be weapons, not caring that we bled for you.&nbsp; Died for you&nbsp; Is this right?&nbsp; You might have let us go with your so-called blessing after your war was done, but you were responsible, if this is true.&nbsp; And now you want to use us again... this prophecy.&nbsp; It has to do with those black riders, yes?&nbsp; We are to fight them again?&nbsp; And you'll be behind us, cheering us on, is that how it will go?" she snarled.&nbsp; She kept her voice low, and that made her anger all the more deadly.&nbsp; She was the stalker, the hunter, the cunning warrior who would seek a weak moment and strike.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 02:38:47</strong>
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				Varion listened to Kaiya's response and stood up. He stared at the elven female who it seemed could destroy them with this room and shook his head. "My people are dead because of you and your kind. You may have made us, but we are not slaves. You might have given us what we can do, but these creators made us. You just made us into warriors for you" He paused then and reached down to help Kaiya up and returned his eyes to Aernatheth. "But We will not fight for you anymore" Slowly with his hand in Kaiya's he turned to walk towards where he thought the door was they had come in. <br><br>Aernatheth was quiet while he spoke and then finally when they turned she spoke again "We are not enough to fight with you" she said softly. Pausing Varion looked over his shoulder and narrowed his eyes. <br><br>"We have seen first hand examples of your magic and powers. I am certain you could join us or even fight this battle yourselves" he told her and watched as the eyes of the elf woman began to glisten with moisture. She cracked slightly and her head went down as a sob choked out from her. The pool shimmered and then the voice came from the walls again. <br><br><em>Mistress Aernatheth refers to the fact that the elven population has no ability to reproduce. The creators made them able to live forever, but if sickness or battle finishes them they are extinguished forever. The remaining elvish population is less then five percent of the original population </em><br><br>Red in the face now Aernatheth looked back at them and her delicate features were now faded. The eyes looked sunken and tired, her skin drooping slightly, and the youthful glow vanished. She looked tired and very very old. Licking her lips she wiped the tears from her face and then looked at the two of them again. "That was why we made you. We made you because if we die we are forever going to be gone and then the it would only be a matter of time until Nekutha reclaimed what they are after." Shaking her head she whispered "They are not trying to eliminate us. They are trying to eliminate all life. They want to bring back that which we locked away so very long ago" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 02:47:50</strong>
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				Kaiya had been going with Varion, sick at the thought of being manipulated again.&nbsp; Would their lives not be their own?&nbsp; Then the woman choked off a sob, and she stopped.&nbsp; She might be furious, but she knew the sound of soul-deep pain.&nbsp; "You can't have children at all, or just among yourselves?" <br><br>If neither, that was a harsh thing indeed.&nbsp; She couldn't wait to have Varion's child, something they made together.&nbsp; Well, she could wait til after the war, but that was neither here nor there.&nbsp; To know that you couldn't reproduce at all... that was agony.&nbsp; She let her hand pull from Varion's as she moved slowly to the elven woman.&nbsp; "There are no magics for this, to allow it to occur?" she asked, finally coming close enough to the elf to lightly the other woman's shoulder.&nbsp; Her rage shifted to sympathy as she began to comprehend what they had done.&nbsp; They had created the only children they could have, essentially, if they could not even breed with another race.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 03:07:09</strong>
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				The elvish woman pursed her lips and pulled them in biting the insides. Swallowing she began to speak, but her voice was so soft. "We have tried for thousands of years. We can have intercourse, but we have no ability to procreate. Despite our considerable powers and skills none have been able to cross this threshold for us. We are cursed to live forever, but never to live on. We will die and someday be gone forever from this world. That was why we created you" She looked at Kaiya then full in the eyes "that was why our blood was too precious to spill" <br><br>Swallowing she cleared her throat then and stood back up. Her face and body seemed to return to the state it was when they met her and it was almost as if a facade was now up and in place. Still as Varion looked at her he could see the worn and haggered expression she carried. Standing with his jaw set he looked at the pool of ripples and then back to Aernatheth. "It wouldn't matter anyway would it?" he said already knowing the answer he walked to the edge of the pool and put his hands on the stone "These Nekutha are not going to stop killing our people until they are all gone. They are the ones controlling the horde and making war in a way that we have never seen before. Even if we choose not to fight the war will come to us" Gripping the stone he squeezed hard enough that the material under his hand cracked and he ground his teeth "The war has already come to us" <br><br>His eyes darkened and he fought to keep control as his eyes came up to look at Aernatheth. He was not calm again, but he needed to keep control as he whispered "You said they are seeking something. Something you all took a long time ago. Can't you just give it back to them? Appease them with whatever it was you stole?" <br><br>Aernatheth swallowed and shook her head lightly "To give them what they are after would not matter. It would still mean the death of everything" <br><br>Narrowing his gaze Varion asked again "What did you take?" <br><br>Pausing then the elf seemed to steady herself and then she straightened up tall and proud. She stared at the young prince and then in a clear tone told him. <br><br>"The creators. They thought this world had failed since we went to war. They were going to bring about the end of everything and we could not let that happen. They did not flee. We imprisoned them" <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 03:18:17</strong>
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				It was a good thing there was furniture in the room.&nbsp; Kaiya staggered to the nearest bit and sat, hard, shaking her head.&nbsp; "You actually managed that?&nbsp; Would there not be a way to reason with those creators?&nbsp; Talk to them, let them know they had not failed, but things had just, well, gone on living?&nbsp; I mean, if they could understand..." she trailed off.&nbsp; She'd be willing to speak to them, but she had the sudden feeling that any kind of talks would be interrupted by a swift poof! and then she was gone.&nbsp; That kind of killed off the possibility of having Varion's children.<br><br>Perhaps the creators could be made to see that they hadn't failed, and that even letting the elves procreate in a short, less than eternal lifespan would be a good thing.&nbsp; She'd be willing to negotiate with them.&nbsp; But just to make sure a race can't pass on anything to their children... how cold was that?&nbsp; It made her angry with the creators now.&nbsp; She was female and feline.. she had the option of changing course mid-path.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 03:28:46</strong>
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				Shaking her head Aernatheth looked at Kaiya. "The creators are not to be reasoned with. We tried to do anything we could, we offered everything, we gave all we had simply for one more chance at giving this world one more chance" shaking her head softly again she hissed "they would not listen. It was over and we were failures. Best to cleanse this world with fire and start again" Standing to her full height the elf female now began to walk with great purpose again closer to Varion "And so we imprisoned the very beings that made everything we know. We took initiative to save this world and since the only way we could procreate was through the divine blessing of them we now are doomed to slowly dwindle and die. Our choice was not easy, but in the end we made the right one" <br><br>Looking at the silver pool she shook her head "Not all of my kind thought so though. The war was those of us who wanted to keep the creators locked away forever and the ones who wanted to let them free to cleanse this world clean with fire" Staring at Varion she leaned forward on the stone and added "We created warriors to defend this world. That is what you are" <br><br><em>Prophecy information compiled</em><br><br>Pausing then Aernatheth composed herself and then pointed to Kaiya. "Join your bride. Getting angry about what has happened will not prevent what will happen. Accept that we paid the ultimate sacrifice and also that you would all not exist save for us" <br><br>Varion began to open his mouth to object when he seemed to realize she was right. Instead of letting the world die the elves had sacrificed their own people. Pausing then he nodded and walked to the couch settling down next to Kaiya. Touching her back slowly he closed his eyes and pressed his forehead to hers. "No matter what she tells us, no matter what it says, I love you. I will love you no matter what this means" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 03:39:12</strong>
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				Kaiya shook her head as the elf explained things.&nbsp; "Why is it some people make things and then think that only they can be right?&nbsp; Defeatist attitude, really.&nbsp; You should always be open to new ideas."<br><br>When Varion joined her, he touched her gently on the back and pressed his forehead to hers in that oh so familiar way.&nbsp; When he mentioned he'd love her no matter what, she smiled.&nbsp; She then shifted her head so that she could press a sweet, gentle kiss to his mouth.&nbsp; "Always and forever, my heart.&nbsp; Just think... we were created to feel this.&nbsp; We were made to love each other."&nbsp; She was going to put her own slant on it, dammit.&nbsp; If they had been made, then who was to say it wasn't for their love to be?&nbsp; She'd take that option.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 04:03:28</strong>
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				Aernatheth watched the two of them and then reached out her hand to the pool. Hovering over the fluid she whispered "Begin" The room again darkened and showed the stars of the night sky. This time thought the words resonated with the same voice of the pool. <br><br><em>The elvish people knew that the peace would not last forever. They kept watch over their creations watching them grow and change over the years. The men of the world having felt betrayed by the elves retreated to the isles far from the nations they considered to be twisted abominations. They became concerned mroe with their own greed then anything. The humans that did remain pushed themselves under the ground changing over time and becoming the race known as dwarves. None remained to fight the eventual battle to prevent the Nekutha, or seekers as the new elvish race had become called, from wiping clean the face of the world as the creators had wanted. None but the new creations. <br><br>The elvish council assembled and with great purpose used what magic they could to help the creations to continue on. Some became failed and twisted abominations that teetered on the edge of sanity, but a few great cultures did emerge. These were helped in the early times by the elvish nation to thrive and the royal bloodlines selected. Though time would dilute the magic that flowed through the blood the elvish council decided on a plan to keep the powers of their creations intact. Every thousand years a royal child would be selected to be born with the original magic infusion that created the bloodline in the first place. <br><br>The last of the seers of the elven people prophesied at the first time that there would come a pair of children that would be born so infused. The Nekutha would return in their lifetime and they would lead the world to fight against them. They would unite the creations of the elves under a single banner to finally end the war for all time. It was never said if this outcome would be for the Nekutha to win or to be defeated, but the prophecy remains. <br><br>There have been ten royal infusions. You two are the tenth children of the bloodline. Your mothers were chosen and you were infused before birth. One mother died due ot the infusion, the other would suffer internal injuries damaging her for life. Your mothers chose before your births to betroth you to each other. Thus without knowing it the prophecy was set in motion. The actions that you take from this moment on will decide the fate of the world. <br><br>You are the last children of the creators. You have been infused with the last energy of their blood. The world will either fight to live or perish in fire.</em><br><br>The lights then began to raise again as Aernatheth&nbsp; watched the two of them. Varion sat quiet for a moment and then looked at the elf. "Aernatheth" he said softly "what did you put in our mothers?" <br><br>Licking her lips she whispered "It was their choice Varion. They both agreed to do what it took. They were brought to the elven capital. You may ask Kaiya's mother. They agreed" <br><br>"What was it?!" Varion interjected his face angry as he barked out to cut her off. <br><br>Straightening Aernatheth&nbsp; cleared her throat and then spoke clearly "The blood of the creators. The same blood that made the world flows in the veins of the two of you. You are the last. The blood is now spent" Taking a breath she added "The magic flows stronger through you two then any before and any that will come after. Your children will be the ones to keep the blood of the creators in your people. Your&nbsp; ancestors will be the last of the shifters" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 04:09:57</strong>
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				She couldn't seem to wrap her mind about it at first.&nbsp; Her mother had volunteered for this?&nbsp; To have ancient blood infused into her?&nbsp; To make... her?&nbsp; "There will be no shifters from us?&nbsp; Or will our children carry less ability until it is finally bred from us?&nbsp; That is... that is... I cannot even find the words."<br><br>She turned her face into Varion's chest, thinking about their children and how they would become less as the bloodline went on.&nbsp; She didn't want her children to be lesser... but that wasn't really the right way to think of it.&nbsp; They would be special, but with different skills.&nbsp; Yes, that was the right way to think of it.&nbsp; Of course, if she was allowed to educate those arrogant gods, she might change things, but that was a huge if indeed.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>31-07-2014, 22:33:08</strong>
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				Varion wrapped Kaiya up holding her gently to him. considering all the words he finally looked at Aernatheth and drew in a long slow breath. "So you made us by infusing us with animal spirit and the blood of the creators. Now that blood is tapped out and we are the last of our kind. Over the generations the blood will continue to thin until the magic is out and somewhere down the line our people will no longer be able to shift. They will just become normal humans again"<br><br>Aernatheth watched him and then nodded. "The blood of the creators was nearly gone and your mothers both chose to take all that was left. Each of you has more running through your veins then any before. Even our first creations were more diluted then the two of you. Your people have learned to use their abilities and tempered your strength to a fine weapon. With the two of you wielding the<em> Mela</em> weapons then you will be nearly unstoppable" <br><br>Varion nodded and smiled. "I knew that before you told us anything. We are strong enough to bring this world together and already we have begun" he paused then and his forehead wrinkled. "What do you mean the Mela weapons?" <br><br>The elf blinked and then gestured "The weapon you carry is one. Surely you know what it is" She paused then and studied Kaiya "And where are your blades? The original weapons gifted to your kind at the time of the release?" She began to look frantic "The weapons that should have been passed down the royal bloodline for all time?!"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>03-08-2014, 19:16:20</strong>
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				"I'm... not sure.&nbsp; I use a bow, throwing daggers... a rapier.&nbsp; If they are matching blades, I'm not certain.&nbsp; Do you have an image or description of what they look like?"&nbsp; Kaiya worked on recalling any blades that might have been special, handed down.&nbsp; Then a sudden curse spat from her.&nbsp; "The king.&nbsp; The blasted pirate!&nbsp; He must have them.&nbsp; Damn his hide."<br><br>She looked at them both as she explained.&nbsp; "I had chosen a couple really nice blades, well-made, quite attractive.&nbsp; I had been using them with my bow for a bit when I was caught in an engagement with the pirate king.&nbsp; He managed to get away with them.&nbsp; I'm hoping he still has them; he was pretty covetous when he saw them.&nbsp; Likely because of their perfection.&nbsp; I'll get them from him, no worries on that score.&nbsp; "Varion wasn't going to like her negotiating with the pirate, who seemed to enjoy flirting hard with her, but it would have to be done.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>03-08-2014, 23:29:12</strong>
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				Listening to all this Varion was about to ask more when he heard the explanation of where the weapons were. A low rumbling growl came form inside hsi chest as he thought about the eyes of that man on Kaiya again. While he was certain he would be of great use in the coming war he had secretly hoped he would spend the war far out on the water and far form him and his bride. His lip curled up slightly as th rumble eased back and then he stood up. <br><br>Reaching behind him he unfastened the ax and looked at it. He had always known it to be of amazing quality and lighter then any other weapon. The smiths did not know what it was made of and it never needed sharpening. His people knew it was a heirloom handed down, but had he not fought his own uncle and retrieved it from that cave it might be buried in the mountains forever. Spinning it around Varion looked at the weapons and then to the elf. "What makes these weapons so special? Why did you give them to us?" <br><br>She looked about to answer when the room seemed to respond for her. <br><em>The Mela weapons were forged after the first war. The creators were not of this dimension and normal weapons forged in this realm would not harm them. The ruling council of elves assembled and after much searching and collaboration the weapons were forged. The forging itself took nearly one hundred years and when finished there were seven weapons in all. An ax, sword, pair of daggers, bow, spear, and staff. These were the weapons wielded by the elves who then forced the creators to their prison. The sword and staff were both shattered during the battle and the five weapons that remained were gifted to the royal families of the realm. </em><br>When the pool finished Aernatheth looked over and nodded "The weapons are probably more powerful then you know and dangerous. The Nekutha need at least three of these weapons and will be seeking them. While they can not track the weapons they do know they were given to the families ages ago. That might be the reason that Tannerbrook was destroyed. Perhaps they were searching for it."<br><br>Looking at the ax in his hand Varion sighed. He hoped that was not true. He hoped his people were not destroyed for the weapon in his hand. If that was the case he would never be able to wield it again. Sighing he looked at the elf and asked simply "Why?" <br><br>Aernatheth licked her lips and seemed to consider "The Mela weapons are the only things that can be used to shatter the walls of the prisons that hold the creators. If they want to free them they will need to gather as many of them as possible before trying to reach the prison" <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>05-08-2014, 18:42:54</strong>
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				Kaiya knew what that rumble meant, and inwardly she smiled.&nbsp; Her husband didn't want Rajuf looking her over any more.&nbsp; She didn't mind bandying words with the pirate, but she wouldn't look to drive her husband insane with jealousy to do it.&nbsp; She lightly touched his back, as if in reassurance she was there, and not out on the waves.&nbsp; She herself wanted to keep that second of his far away from Varion, so she knew the feeling.<br><br>When the room described the weapons, she frowned with thought.&nbsp; Okay, so two were permanently gone.&nbsp; Varion had the ax, and she needed to get her daggers back.&nbsp; That left a spear and her other favored weapon, the bow.&nbsp; "What families have these weapons?&nbsp; How do we get them from them?" he asked simply, as if it were as easy as walking up to someone and saying 'give me that please'.&nbsp; Knowing that they could be used to free the creators, who would then destroy everything because they had their noses out of joint, was something that was going to drive her just as much as the Nekutha.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>05-08-2014, 21:57:06</strong>
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				Aernatheth nodded and smiled at Kaiya when she spoke "That is the spirit I expected from you young princess" she told her and then stepped forward "The bow was given to the cheetah people far to the grasslands of the north and the spear was given to the orka people when they set out for the icy southern seas. From then only they could tell you what has happened to them. Our hope was that they would be passed down lie the stories of where you came from, but it seems that was lost as well" <br><br>Varion spun the weapon in his hand and looked at it for a long time. Looking at the way the blade shine he could not believe this weapon had been in his family for the entirety of his line. Now he was holding it and if his brother did not live he would be the last of them to hold it. Closing his eyes he turned to face Aernatheth and his question was one that had been weighing on his mind since she had spoken about who the true enemy was. "Can we actually stop them? My people have fought the horde for centuries and defeated them time and again. Now our home burns and my people lie dead or flee. How can anyone stand against this? How can we possibly win?" <br><br>The elf stood for a long time and then whispered "I don't know. The only way we won the first time was to harness the strength, cunning, speed, and ferocity of the animals. I can only hope that those traits have been bred into your lines over the generations" Shaking her head she spoke softer now "without you all willing to fight should end this world ourselves because the creators are going to cleanse it in fire" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>06-08-2014, 06:11:07</strong>
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				"Oh, they'll fight," said Kaiya in a quiet voice.&nbsp; "They'll fight if I have to drag them into it kicking and screaming, or shame them into it.&nbsp; Or become ruler by trail of combat.&nbsp; Anything.&nbsp; But they will fight, or I'll know the reason why."&nbsp; Her attitude was one of calm certainty, as if there was no way anyone would deny her.&nbsp; She was less willing to have elves fight for her and the others now, because they were so few.<br><br>"What of the dwarves?" she asked suddenly, recalling those others.&nbsp; "Could they be found, brought into the war?&nbsp; Or are they also too few to bring into it without the risk of losing their people?"&nbsp; She was not willing to simply kill off an etire race who hadn't harmed her.&nbsp; She really didn't want to slaughter nations.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 00:06:35</strong>
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				<em>The race known now as dwarves has never been widely researched by the elven nation. Interest in the newer races swindled greatly after the second war and research was instead focused on trying to establish a cure for the infertility of the elves. </em> The walls echoed in response to Kaiya. <br><br>"Doesn't matter" Varion said as he turned to look at his wife. "No nation is going to be safe and no race will survive if they succeed. That is the greatest bargaining tool we could possibly have" Turning his head he looked at the elf on the far side of the room and then shook his head "The problem is going to be convincing the people of this world that this is the true story of their heritage. What evidence can we provide them? What can we tell them that they would truly believe?" Varion shook his head "If I was not standing here I would not believe" <br><br>Looking to Kaiya he then stared a moment and then narrowing his gaze he had a sudden realization "Your parents know. They have to know. Your mother has been to the elven lands. How could she have kept that from him?"<br><br>Aernatheth stepped forward then and looked at Kaiya "Why did they never tell you?" <br>&nbsp;
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 02:37:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya shook her head and shrugged.&nbsp; "Likely they thought there was always a better time.&nbsp; Things happened, they put it off, and then mom was weakened, and her health was bad continually.&nbsp; Affairs of state, then my own training and sorties... could have been one of a hundred things, or jut not wanting to share what was done for me.&nbsp; It would explain my sister if she knew..."<br><br>It was a possibility.&nbsp; The eldest daughter had never been a fan of Kaiya's, and if she knew that their mother had gone to elves to have Kaiya... yea, she could even have arranged the theft of the blades.&nbsp; Who knew with that one?
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 02:46:52</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Rubbing his face Varion considered for a long moment. His home and his father were gone. No use in thinking about how much help they could have both been now. That time was over and war was upon him. It only made sense to him now. Why his father pushed him away like he did. Why he trained to be a soldier and Theron a diplomat. Why no matter what he could never be strong enough, fast enough, or smart enough. His Father had known what was coming and like a good king and father he had done all he could to prepare him. <br><br>Then he looked at Kaiya and he knew the other reason his father had done what he had. "We need to get back to your home. We need to get them ready and let them know what is coming. Your family knows the history and at least we can show them how serious it is. Your father can send out envoys to the other nations. Let them know what is coming, maybe even bring them in for a summit. Everyone has to know. We all have to get ready" <br><br>Walking over he reached out to touch Kaiya's cheek and run his thumb over it "And we need to end it before all those children you want to make will be safe" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 02:53:49</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She nodded at his words, her face rubbing against his hand like a cat.&nbsp; She almost purred, but instead reached up to cup his cheek as well, then tugged him down for a hot but brief kiss.&nbsp; "I have no doubt we'll likely end up being one of those delegations.&nbsp; Unless he can convince anyone else of the necessity."<br><br>Looking at the elven woman, she gave her a lopsided smile.&nbsp; "So... when the war is over and we've won.. you want to be a godmother?" she asked, stepping into Varion's spapce now and pressing against him.&nbsp; The thought of his children, her children... their children... burned deep in her.&nbsp; But not too soon; she wanted some time with him alone first.&nbsp; To explore everything they could do.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 03:07:02</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Aernatheth blushed and looked down from the couple. She could feel something stirring inside of her that her people had not explored for a very long time. They had given up physical intimacy not long after finding out that yielded no results. Watching the two of them though she suddenly longed to recall what it was like to feel the heat of another being against her bare flesh. The thought made her flush and she moved over to get a class of water to cool herself. <br><br>Varion met the kiss and wrapped her in his arms tightly. His world was gone and now it was time to build a new one. First he was going to make one hell of a splash in her city. Then to find these weapons. Pirate King or no he was going to get them from him. The other races were not just going to consider delegations they were going to start preparing for all out war, because if they wanted it or not it was coming. Sliding his hands down to cup her backside Varion squeezed her gently and then nodded. <br><br>"You ready love? We have a lot of work to do" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 03:13:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"IM' always ready.&nbsp; Oh, you mean for work!&nbsp; I'm ready for that too, beloved," she replied with a grin and a smack to his ass.&nbsp; She liked pushing him, seeing what he'd do.&nbsp; Besides, she was feeling damn playful.&nbsp; Maybe it was the giddiness of being here, learning all this information... who knew?&nbsp; "Tis a pity we can't just come here whenever we want.&nbsp; It's such a beautiful place, far away from everything.&nbsp; We need a place like that, after the war."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 03:30:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Pausing in the sip of her water Aernatheth heard them speaking and then she heard what Kaiya had said. Licking her lips she considered for a long moment and then turned to face them. "There is a way" she said sftly feeling like she was interrupting a lovers moment. Varion raised his eyes to the elf, but to be honest he was done with mysticism and fairy tales. He wanted to sink his ax into some orcs and his teeth to rend goblin flesh. He was ready for war. <br><br>The elf then upon seeing his eyes looked down and turned red. She walked to the pool and then pointed. "Long ago our elders poured their magic into combining the souls and spirits of those of my kind long gone. Now the collected minds of my people are here and part of this pool, but it is not just here. They are connected across this world. Outposts like this and our capital. That is how we used to move so easily across the vast distances" <br><br>Swallowing she looked down and her skin had turned from the white of the snow to a deep shade of pink. "I can teach you, but I would want to ask a boon in doing so" Her voice was almost not audible in the stone room as she then looked at the silver of the pool and asked "I would watch the two of you in passion. To be close enough to feel what" she swallowed again and blinked "to witness a lovers embrace for the first time in thousands of years" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 03:38:44</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya's brows shot up in surprise when the elf mentioned a way to return to that place.&nbsp; Now that was a nice thought for a honeymoon, when they finally got one.&nbsp; Spend some time in a place they actually couldn't be reached?&nbsp; Oh, talk about heaven!&nbsp; She desperately wanted to spend time alone with Varion so that they could simply concentrate on each other, and not war, though she knew her love was ready to slaughter the vile creatures outside this place.<br><br>She was about to immediately agree when she heard the elf's request.&nbsp; "You want to watch us make love?" she asked, with a bit of incredulity in her voice.&nbsp; She never would have expected that!&nbsp; Elves, from what little she had gained knowledge of here, seemed like prudes.&nbsp; She blinked a few times, processing the request.&nbsp; She considered, then asked, "Only watching, right, no touching?"&nbsp; She was not sharing Varion that way.&nbsp; She'd bring in the pirate king for the elf to play with first.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 03:46:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The nod as the first answer to her question the first time. The female was clearly unsure of asking and shamed at what she was doing, but perhaps it was the pheremones the two of them put off and in this small place that filled her senses. She did recall the first time they had made their ancestors and the way that the magic had caused them to breed like mad and even the elvish creators had been caught up. There was sometimes days where simply naked flesh rubbed on naked flesh until they were all spent. Now she looked at them and licked her lips. <br><br>"I would only touch myself" she whispered watching them carefully. Her eyes were nearly begging as she stared and Varion saw the wild fire behind them. Smirking he leaned down to Kaiya's neck and then opened his mouth. Gently he found that soft spot under her ear and after two small kisses he sucked that soft flesh into his mouth letting his teeth rake the skin softly. Releasing her he then stepped back from his wife enough to remove his ax and the armguard. <br><br>He didn't need to speak with Kaiya. His look told her exactly what she should be doing. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 03:56:59</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya's eyes closed when Varion's mouth began sipping at her skin, teasing and enticing.&nbsp; When he stepped away, they opened again, and she watched as the ax and armguard went away.&nbsp; She slowly stripped off her own weapons, keeping her eyes locked on him.&nbsp; She started to undo her shirt... then paused after loosening the laces.&nbsp; <br><br>A rather mischievous look crossed her face.&nbsp; "Wait a minute.&nbsp; What if I don't want to?&nbsp; I mean, you're waiting for me to strip down, right?&nbsp; Well... make me, big man.&nbsp; Make me," she repeated, her voice throaty as she dared him to go further.&nbsp; If they were going to supply the elf with something to watch, in Kaiya's mind it should be something exciting.&nbsp; The woman hadn't experience anything remotely resembling sex in ages, so she should get something great out of it, after all.&nbsp; Besides, she simply adored teasing her husband, pushing him, seeing what he'd do next.&nbsp; So far they'd been pretty much average, but she wondered just how imaginative he could be.&nbsp; She had a few ideas herself, after all.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 04:11:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Slowly a smile crossed Varion's face as he saw her defiance. She was going to make him step up and he wondered if she truly knew how ready for that he was. Looking over at the elf woman he saw that she had moved to the side chair and was settling herself into the shadows. He though he could already see her loosening the straps on her armor, but to be honest his attention was on the things still blocking the view of his bride. <br><br>Moving to her side with one swift step he came to her side. His right hand came up to grab the back of her neck and hold it firmly. Staring at her he took his other hand and reached to her face. Running his fingers over it gently he smiled and whispered to her softly. "I hope you are ready love" he told her as he then took his hand and drifted it lower along her torso and midsection. Slowly he let his hand roam over her still covered body and then he switched. The hand on her neck moved down as the other came up to tangle in her thick mane of hair. Pulling her closer he nearly growled with a low rumble. <br><br>The sound of his large hand swatting her backside filled the stone chamber as he curled his lip. "Strip. I will see what is mine" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 04:22:43</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				When his hand took the back of her neck, she didn't try to shift away.&nbsp; She wanted his touch on her face, though her eyes were dancing with rebellion.&nbsp; She wasn't truly denying him, and they both knew it.&nbsp; She just wanted to push a little, and see how far he'd step up to 'control' her.&nbsp; Or if he'd be mild.&nbsp; So far... it was easy.&nbsp; When his fingers trailed down&nbsp; her face, then moved down to caress her body through her armor and clothing.&nbsp; Then the hands switched...<br><br>...and the formerly free hand gripped her long har, and the one that had held her neck smacked her behind with a sharp slap.&nbsp; She yelped in surprise, not having expected that, but finding it actually turned her on some.&nbsp; This was strange, indeed!&nbsp; When he ordered her to strip, so he could see what was his, she narrowed her eyes.&nbsp; "I am mine, my husband.&nbsp; There is no owning."&nbsp; Oh, this was going to be very very interesting...!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 04:32:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Pulling her closer by her hair he hovered in front of her face. "That's a lie and you know it" he said as his hand that had smacked her ass now came up in front of her and slid his fingers around her throat. He held her there tightly as he licked his lips and then he added "And now I am going to remind you why you belong to me" <br><br>The large cushioned couch was the nearest furniture that they had been on and now he dragged her over to it. Pushing her on her knees on the thing he then released her throat. It was a struggle but he reached around her then and while she was n her knees he wrapped one strong arm around her shoulders and neck from behind. His other free hand reached down and undid the ties that held her leggings to her. Forcing his hand in it stretched the straps and would not be denied until he felt his fingers caressing the lips of her sex while roughly holding her in place with his other arm. <br><br>While in the darkness behind them there was s soft moan. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>07-08-2014, 05:04:10</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya's eyes went wide, and she didn't struggle while his hand held her throat.&nbsp; She knew he wouldn't truly hurt her; god, she so trusted him with that.&nbsp; But she had never expected that him being so dominant was going to arouse her so.&nbsp; She whimpered softly, licking her lips with hunger.<br><br>Then he was dragging her to the couch, and she struggled... not to get away, but merely to keep on her feet.&nbsp; He pretty much threw her on her hands and knees on the couch, covering her body and locking her in place.&nbsp; Her breath was coming faster, and a flush rose to her cheeks as she moaned in passion.&nbsp; Then he was tugging at her laces for her leggings, and she tried to squirm away.&nbsp; All she managed as a bit of help for him getting the leggings' laces undone.&nbsp; Then his fingers found her mound, and she hissed, then moaned as he began stroking her sex.&nbsp; Not invading yet, oh no.&nbsp; She had the sudden feeling this was not going to be a chance for her to arouse him at all.&nbsp; He was in charge here... and she was loving it.<br><br>"What do you think you're doing?" she asked, trying to sound like she was protesting.&nbsp; Her voice was a bit too breathless for that, unless she claimed it was his arm causing that.&nbsp; Of course, that didn't explain why her nipples were hard, her breasts felt full and heavy, and her sex was producing its honey already.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>08-08-2014, 00:47:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				A growl was his response as his fingers got between the folds of her cunt. Rubbing up and down on he spread around her juices then he pressed his palm to her clit. Hos touch was rough, but not harsh as he massaged and then he moved to her ear. "I am taking what is mine" he finally said as his face pressed to the side of her head "By marriage and by force" <br><br>His fingers continued to stroke until they then penetrated up inside of her. The arm around her neck relaxed slightly and he than slid it down lower to cup and paw at her breasts through her top. Pushing his hips forward he ground his hardness against her ass and moaned at the pressure. He was harder then he remembered as he whispered to her. "I am going to fuck you love. Better you remove those pants unless you refer I shred them" His fingers pushed deeper and soon the two of them were rubbing that soft spot inside her cunt he knew would drive her wild. <br><br>"You know I will do it too. I have to have you" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>08-08-2014, 18:42:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"Then get off me so I don't travel buck naked back to our people later, husband mine," she growled with need.&nbsp; She bucked under him since in this position she was unable to strip down.&nbsp; But god, she was so tempted to just have him rip her clothes off.&nbsp; This turned her on more than anything they'd done yet, him being masterful and dominating.&nbsp; She had had few people actually control her in any way that this was quite unique.&nbsp; And there was just something about having a man you love, and who loved you, take over.&nbsp; He might have been virgin a short time ago, but he was making up for it in spades.<br><br>"Unless our hostess has clothes that might fit me..." she cut off with a loud cry as he brought her right to the edge with his fingers buried inside her, where she couldn't escape what he did to her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>09-08-2014, 15:19:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				His thick arm around her he yanked her back up then to her feet and spun her around. One hand down the front of her pants and the atoher around her shoulders and neck he leaned into her ear and bit. His eyes came up to the elf woman in the shadows and he had to grin as he then whispered "Seems she is willing to give you the clothes off her back."<br><br>She had indeed opened up the front of her armor and even though it was still on she was stroking idly across one of her breasts. Despite her age her flesh remained as tight and unblemished as a newborn and her body showed no signs of trauma. Her other hand was inside her white leather pants and her long fingers stroking idly. It was clear form her eyes she was enjoying the rough handling and her lower lips was caught between her teeth. <br><br>Pulling his hand out of his bride's body he took the one that was around her neck away as well. Grasping a handful of her hair he held her head in place while his fingers that had been inside of her pushed at her lips. "Taste how much you are enjoying this" he whispered in her ear "as you show off your amazing body to our host by stripping for her"&nbsp; <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>11-08-2014, 18:54:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya was shivering with need now, and when he pulled away and spun her to her feet, she whimpered in protest.&nbsp; But then she was still against his chest, her back to him, and one arm wrapped about her upper torso, while the other hand delved back into her again.&nbsp; Her legs nearly buckled from her need now, as he kept making things worse.&nbsp; She couldn't break free; she was the cat, yes, but he was the bear, and right now his strength was what was pretty much keeping her standing.<br><br>When she saw the elven women watching, caressing herself, she let loose a cry and both hands clutched at his arm to hold herself up.&nbsp; She was so damned close... between what Varion was doing to her and what the elven woman was doing to herself, Kaiya was about ready to go sailing over the edge.&nbsp; And she didn't want it to be done any time soon, either.&nbsp; She wanted to be ravaged until neither of them could walk, until they had to sleep.&nbsp; She wanted them to go up in flames together.<br><br>Then his arm moved from around her neck, and she staggered slightly, hands dropping to try and brace on his thighs.&nbsp; He fisted a hand in her hair, and she decided from then on to always keep it bound... so they could have the delight of him catching her by that or ripping the tie off.&nbsp; But with that tight fistful, she was creaming more and more, needing him pounding into her from any direction at this point.&nbsp; She was primed and ready to go.&nbsp; Then he shocked her by bringing the hand that had been giving her such pleasure up for her to suck his fingers... with her juices on them.&nbsp; She paused, turning her head some to meet his eyes, then slowly slid her mouth over hi fingers and drew in hard as she would on his cock, giving his fingers a loving bath with him, and the elven woman, watching.&nbsp; God, she wanted to see his reaction to the way her tongue curled around his fingers, stroking them.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>12-08-2014, 00:40:47</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				At the total act of submission by the woman that he loved and had come to respect now as a warrior the prince growled and his body shook in a visible fashion. Something had ignited inside of him that he had never felt before and now he was lost in a swirl of dominance. He watched her moving on his fingers and the effort with which she was doing it as his hand untangled from her thick hair. Moving down it stroked along her hollowed cheek as he smiled and his tongue came out then his teeth sunk into his lower lip. When his fingers came free of her lips he moved them around her face and grabbed the back of her neck then moved close to her face. His kiss was hard and demanding, but didn't last long. Instead he had moved to her ear and whispered only for her and not the elf. <br><br>"I am going to make you scream"<br><br>His strong hands now worked quickly and with purpose. Spinning and moving her how he wanted he ripped her top from her body and then the pants. He wanted her naked wearing nothing to hinder his gaze of her body. Her full tits and soaking cunt were going to be put on display because of how proud he was to show this elf that this female was his. She was powerful and daring yet still she moaned and shivered at his touch. Once he head her fully stripped he stepped back and stared for a second and then pushed her on the couch. <br><br>Standing there in front of her with his back to the elf he reached for his armor and slower then he was with her began to strip it off while his eyes bored into hers. "Show me what belongs to me" he told her as he set aside his chest piece and reached for the leather straps on his leggings. Behind him he heard the panting and the added wet sounds of the elf who by now was clearly wet enough that she was making noise form rubbing herself. He could have sworn that he heard her whimper as well when he snarled, but his focus was not on the audience. It was on Kaiya an discovering yet another thing about the two of them together. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>12-08-2014, 08:20:34</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya was panting hard by this point, and her body trembled with her need.&nbsp; She kept her eyes locked on him through his response to her bathing his fingers, until he pulled them away.&nbsp; She licked her lips to gather the last flavor, then his mouth was crashing down on hers hard and fierce, yet all too brief.&nbsp; She moaned at the removal of his mouth, then trembled hard as he whispered into her ear that he was going to make her scream.<br><br>He then ripped her clothes from her body, and she was glad they weren't her favorite ones.&nbsp; She would have had to punish him then.&nbsp; A sly smile came to her face as sh thought about punishing him; it made her core grow even wetter than before.&nbsp; As did his domination.&nbsp; She fell backwards on the couch, her bare breasts heaving and fully in his view.&nbsp; He began stripping himself down, and she watched hungrily, her tongue unable to keep from licking at her lips in a desire to taste him.<br><br>His demand to be shown what was his sparked a fire in her eyes, and she slowly smiled, a very wicked smile.&nbsp; She placed one foot on the floor, then slowly lifted the other until she had it resting on the back of the couch, spreading her open wide for him to see.&nbsp; The wetness was practically running down onto he couch now, soaking it, and she shifted her rear some to flex the open mouth hungry for his cock.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>12-08-2014, 13:31:30</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Naked and standing at full attention Varion's body was nearly shaking with desire. Every muscle was twitching and every part of him was straining at being held back. One he had stripped himself to nothing he only could handle watching the sight before him for a moment longer. With a swift step he was at the couch and on her. <br><br>With her ankle up in the air he grabbed it pinning her leg to the back of the couch and moved positioning himself at the entrance to her cunt. There was no doubt in his mind that because of the position that across the room their audience would be getting the full view. Holding her ankle with one hand the other grabbed the base of his thick cock and using that he guided it up and down her slit. Rubbing back and forth he spread her wetness over herself and along his length. He met her wicked smile with a slightly crooked one of his own and then he put the head of his cock at the tight entrance. <br><br>The growl from across the room as he slammed his hips forward was the trigger that set off Aernatheth's first orgasm in centuries. The sight and sounds being performed in front of her were not only the best she had ever seen but the domination was setting her mind on fire. She watched quivering in ecstasy, but never turning her eyes away form the sight of the large male burying hsi cock to the hilt in his bride over and over again. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>12-08-2014, 18:43:31</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				When she saw her beloved husband o rampantly eager for her, twitching and needy, she arched her hips upward slightly in invitation.&nbsp; Apparently that was enough to send him diving on top of her, hungry for her body and both their pleasure.&nbsp; She welcomed him eagerly, knowing this was going to be very intense indeed.<br><br>He pinned her leg to the couch and she almost protested; she loved wrapping her les about him, locking him deep inside her.&nbsp; But he wasn't taking no for an answer about how she was positioned, and then, she didn't care as his cock slid up and down her soaking lips.&nbsp; She was babbling her need at him by the time he gave her a crooked smile, lodged himself right at her entry...<br><br>...then slammed home, growling.&nbsp; Kaiya came hard with that first thrust, but he wasn't stopping, and she rode through that first climax with a wailing scream bursting from her, then delighted sobs of pleasure followed.&nbsp; She couldn't even pay attention to the fact that Aernatheth was getting off as well.&nbsp; As long as Kaiya was, she was happy.&nbsp; Deliriously so, as she felt that big thick cock pound her inside, hitting all the right spots and sending he off into orbit.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 02:53:13</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				With her leg on the back and his hand spreading her open it made for quite the view across the room. It also opened her thighs up even wider so that he could slam deeper then before into her tight body. Across the room the elf could hear, smell, and taste everything as if she was right in the thick of it, but the sounds of the bodies slapping together were like music. Deciding she was far to hot for her own good she stood up and swiftly worked on the buckles and straps to strip herself of the leather she wore. <br><br>Varion could have cared less at that second. He was burying himself over and over into his bride and when he knew she was cumming he only picked up the pace. He wanted her to be sore after this one. He wanted every step she took the next day to be a reminder of his power and virility. Something inside him wanted her to scream more and more until she finally could only whimper. Burying himself inside of her again he held himself there and growled leaning down closer to her. Rolling his hips slowly he looked at her as the sweat broke out across his face and he panted. <br><br>"More like this kitten?" he said using a term he never had before "Or should we switch it up and you can show me more what you had in mind?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 06:05:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				His speed was incredible, his forcefulness awesome.&nbsp; Kaiya was loving every minute of it.&nbsp; She was half blind with the sensations coursing through her body, and she could care less that the elven woman was stripping down.&nbsp; She didn't even notice, truth told.&nbsp; Her orgasm had pretty much sent her screaming into the void, though now she was back with Varion.<br><br>Then he plunged in deep, burying himself to practically her womb, and paused.&nbsp; She let loose a panicked cry, until he rolled his hips.&nbsp; That felt... oh, god, like a tidal wave crashing through her body.<br><br><em>"More like this kitten?&nbsp; Or should we switch it up and you can show me more what you had in mind?"</em><br><br>She looked at him with dazed and glazed eyes that focused for a moment.&nbsp; Then her hands shot up, grabbed his head, and pulled him down for a very carnal kiss, her tongue stroking in and out like he had been with her body.&nbsp; She groaned, writhing under him, her hands roaming his back until they finally rested on his ass.&nbsp; She then dug her nails into his ass, encouraging him to go further.&nbsp; She pulled back for a moment, looking straight in his eyes, then whispered, "Do what you wish... I'm yours."&nbsp; She then locked his mouth with hers again, shoving her hips upwards, hard, to keep him going.&nbsp; She wanted to experience such pleasure as to be knocked out from the delirium of it.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 14:55:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				If there had been any doubt in his mind about what he was doing it had now been quickly erased. The searing passion of the kiss she gave to him and started to wipe it away and then her words had made it vanish completely. Making movements that spurred him on and giving her body to his demands Varion felt that he had dominated his wife. <br><br>and he loved the feeling.<br><br>Grinding his hips against hers for a moment he held himself deep and just crushed down to feel his hip bones pushing harder against hers. Not satisfied with just this he released her ankle from the couch and helped her to wrap her legs around his waist as he found the soft flesh of her neck and began to bite. Though not enough to break the skin it was clear that these would leave marks that could not be explained away. The idea of someone else seeming the marking again made the low rumble of a growl come from inside his chest.<br><br>Then he moved and with enough force to make sure she could not keep him held there separated himself from her body. Settling on the couch he reached out with one hand to grab the base of his cock and the other hand he grabbed for her hair again. "In my lap kitten" he ordered her dragging her back to him. "Time for you to put on a show for her" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 20:38:33</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She felt him surrender to her, to her desires to be conquered this way.&nbsp; They were partners, she wasn't his slave; but they both enjoyed this part of domination.&nbsp; She could relax, so to speak, and let him handle everything to their mutual pleasure, though there would be times she'd want to take the lead.&nbsp; But this... this was heavenly, knowing he was taking control through love.<br><br>He ground hard against her, making her whimper, as he freed her leg to clamp him in a vise.&nbsp; Then he gave her love bites on her neck, marking her visibly as his, until they faded.&nbsp; The first bite had her gasping, and each after had her hips trying to slam into him hard enough to merge their hipbones.&nbsp; She clawed at his back, straining for another one of those shattering orgasms; she was wet enough he could slide in without any friction, almost, it seemed to her.<br><br>Then he ripped himself away, and she stared in shock.&nbsp; What in hell...?&nbsp; Then he sat, and fisted his cock while snagging her hair to pull her into his lap.&nbsp; Well, not quite into.&nbsp; "You want inside, or a bath?" she growled, her eyes flashing with feline hunger... and feral need.&nbsp; Did he want her to ride him, or for her to suck him down hard?&nbsp; Either worked for her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 21:32:54</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				If he had dreamed this when he was younger he would have laughed. If he had thought about it even a mere week ago then he would not have believed the situation at all. Now he was faced with the difficult decision of painting the insides of his beautiful wife cunt or to let her show off her considerable talents with her mouth and tongue. He started to tug her hair downwards to his glistening member, but then he stopped and suddenly had a change of heart. <br><br>Tugging on her hair he pulled her up and towards his lap. Letting go of her hair he grasped her hip and guided her quickly and smoothly onto his shaft. As he slid home again he groaned loudly at the sensation and how wet she was. Taking his hands he reached to her and grasped her tits one in each hand and kneaded the soft flesh slowly as he looked at her. "There is nothing" he groaned and lost total train of though as he pushed his hips up as her pussy clenched him again. <br><br>Smirking he looked up at her with his human form broken out in sweat as he stared and then he licked his lips. "Nothing in this world or any other that could keep me from you" he growled as his hand gripped down on her breasts. "I would face down the creators if they told me I could never have you again" <br><br>Quietly across the room the elven female was now stripped. She shook as she fought the urge to do what she was feeling. Blinking as if she were in a daze she started to walk closer to the couple moving ever so slowly as one hand clutched her bosom twisting her nipple and the other still continued to rub her sex. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 22:09:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She had been so ready to resist, to change her plans when he aimed her for his lap, and then to suck him until he begged for mercy.&nbsp; Or ripped her from his cock.&nbsp; Whichever came first, really.&nbsp; But he had fooled her as well, shifting her direction, and seating her on his cock before she could object.&nbsp; Feeling that steely length go in deep had her arching hard, which allowed him to take hold of her breasts and begin kneading.&nbsp; God that felt so good!<br><br>She cried out each time she felt him drive in... but the first time had her mouth falling open soundlessly, as he gripped her breasts harder.&nbsp; The way her head was tipped had his words coming quite clearly to her.&nbsp; "As with me also, beloved."&nbsp; She caught sight of something from the corner of her eye, and turned her head to see the elven woman approaching.&nbsp; "I think we have awakened something, my heart," she panted, tipping her head in the naked elf's direction.&nbsp; Poor Aernatheth likely hadn't bargained on something this intense!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 22:20:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Her poor head was swimming at this point. Between her thighs her pussy was clenching and unclenching not sure of what should be happening, but clearly screaming for more. her nipples so hard that they hurt were getting pinched and raked by her own long nails. Sniffing the air she could almost taste the sex in it. Her eyes burned form not wanting to look away and she still kept walking slowly closer. When she heard Kaiya's voice she whimpered softly in response and then she was there. Mere steps from where they were grinding on each other. She wanted more. It had been so long she had forgotten, well not so much forgotten. Lost to the ages would be more apt. <br><br>Varion looked at the elf creeping closer and growled slightly. Something about her suffering made him smile. She was quite the authority and they had made so much of themselves it made him quite pleased to see her reduced to this kind of quivering creature. Taking his hands from her breasts Varion slid them down and along Kaiya's sides. Moving to her ass he cupped the firm globes and leaned forward closer to her. "What do we do with her? She seems to be in quite the state" he then pushed his hips up towards hers and pulled her down at the same time. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 22:32:58</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya arched her back, pressing her own breasts closer to his face as he pushed up and pulled her down.&nbsp; Turning her head to the side, and seeing the state of the elven mage that had brought them there, a fiendish light gleamed in her eyes.&nbsp; She didn't know if Varion would like her suggestion, but she was going to offer it anyway.&nbsp; They were being so way out there right now, what was one more strange thing added to the list?<br><br>"She looks as smooth as silk, my love.&nbsp; What does she feel like?&nbsp; Does her skin tremble, quiver with need?&nbsp; How do those nipples feel, taste?&nbsp; Strawberries, cherries, or perhaps peaches?&nbsp; Her desperate little cunt?&nbsp; Is its honey thick and sweet?&nbsp; Would you like to find out?" she said, loud enough for the elven woman to hear.&nbsp; No sense in not fanning the poor thing's fires.&nbsp; Kaiya was discovering a rather dominant, kinky side to her nature that she'd never guessed she'd had.&nbsp; Bless her mother and Varion's for making this possible!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 23:16:20</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion stared up at Kaiya for a long moment studying her face and then he smiled slightly. She was so very clever and he loved the way her mind worked. Taking two fingers he pointed at the elf with his right hand and then gestured beckoning to her to come closer. He saw the hesitation and even a look of fear flash through her eyes and then she seemed to lose. She nearly ran the last couple steps to stand besides the couch the lovers were on. Her chest was heaving up and down as she nearly could feel her heart pounding out of her chest. She was close enough now that she could feel the heat coming off the two of them and she whimpered again her knees shaking. <br><br>Varion took his hand and placed it on her hip and watched her visibly jump. Then with a slide he grabbed her wrist and then looked up at her. The elf froze and then trembling she slowly moved both of her hands to behind her at the small of her back and clasped them trying not to shake. The man looked at her one more time and then at Kaiya. He leaned up closer to his bride "Give me your lips" he told her and using hsi free hand pulled her closer to taste her lips again. <br><br>His other hand pushed between the elf's trembling thighs and his index finger parted the folds of her sex. There was the sound of almost a wailing from Aernatheth then as he pushed the thick digit into her. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>13-08-2014, 23:56:47</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The princess watched as the elven woman came closer, and she could smell the sexual need on the poor thing.&nbsp; The elf trembled with it, practically sobbing, and Kaiya was filled with delight, and a strange kind of desire.&nbsp; She'd never considered a woman as a lover before, but... well, maybe with Varion joining in... something might be arranged in the future.&nbsp; She was discovering a lot about herself now.&nbsp; Perhaps the two of them pleasing Varion... or the two of them pleasing her... but always doing something to the elf as well.&nbsp; Something.<br><br>When her husband's hand on the naked woman's hip made her jump, Kaiya chuckled a little, throaty and sexy.&nbsp; When the elf came right up next to him and tucked her hands behind her back, something snapped free in Kaiya.&nbsp; Oh, they were either taking her along, or at least getting her out of this place.&nbsp; They were going to have fun playing with this repressed little thing.&nbsp; And she had the feeling once she mentioned the things they would be doing with the elven woman, he was going to agree wholeheartedly, then fuck her silly.<br><br>She kissed him fiercely when he demanded her lips, though there was a hint of a smile on them when she did.&nbsp; Then she lapped inside his mouth, tangling her tongue with hi and letting them rub together sensually.&nbsp; She heard the sound from Aernatheth when he slid his finger into the smooth cunt of the elven woman.&nbsp; She pulled back from the kiss, then with one hand turned his head slightly to face the other woman.&nbsp; "Give her more.&nbsp; Suck her nipples.&nbsp; I want to see her writhe on your finger, screaming in shocked pleasure.&nbsp; It would excite me so..." she panted, flexing her inner muscles around his cock, and leaning towards him to lick his neck, then bite lightly on the side where tendons strained.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 00:06:36</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Aernatheth was almost doubled in shock. The feeling of the invading finger first had surprised her, but now she pushed her hips down more whimpering trying to get more of the invader inside her. Still with her hands behind her she looked at the two of them and then her eyes drifted down to the smile of the female. Pulsing she shook as she heard her words and gasped audibly nearly collapsing. Without a thought she began to babble "Please please please" she repeated the sound of her voice so weak and mixed with the whimpering and mewing. <br><br>Varion was doing his part to maintain control of his lust, but with Kaiya milking his cock with her cunt and then telling him to give this desperate pleading elf more the man was close to the edge. Biting his lip he growled feeling her licking and biting mouth. Panting hard he had to clench his thighs nealy trembling as he fought to maintain control. Then his eyes went up to Aernatheth and he narrowed his gaze. "You heard her highness" he told her with a growl in his tone. <br><br>Hooking his finger he pulled her body to the couch by her cunt and only then did her hands come out. Her breasts were to large for her small frame as it was and then she leaned over the firm orbs near his face. Tongue coming out first he licked the right nipple and then the left as the elf shook. Then his mouth covered the left nipple suckling on it hungrily as his palm ground against her clit. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 00:57:48</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya was quite pleased with the woman's whimpering, and the shock when she had heard what the princess had demanded.&nbsp; She watched in delight as the woman practically collapsed on Varion's finger, and then begged for his mouth so very nicely.&nbsp; A shudder of intense pleasure ran through Kaiya as she watched her husband of only a few days toy with another woman... she she loved watching it.&nbsp; It made her think of even naughtier things to do, but perhaps not right at that moment.&nbsp; Later, though, definitely later.&nbsp; They greatly involved the elf too...<br><br>When his thighs clamped on hers, she groaned and bit down hard, making her own mark on him.&nbsp; Her hips bucked upwards hard, and she clamped down fiercely on his cock.&nbsp; When he dragged the woman to him with the finger inserted in her cunt, she hissed with delighted fascination.&nbsp; His manhandling her was fantastic, and then she watched his tongue lap at both nipples before latching onto the left one as he ground the elven woman's clit with his palm.&nbsp; Aernatheth was likely not going to last long.&nbsp; That was okay... she'd have another.&nbsp; Kaiya was not going to let him stop until the elf was unconscious from delight, and she herself could barely move.<br><br>"How does she taste, love?&nbsp; How does she feel?&nbsp; Do you like her flavor?&nbsp; Would you like to slide your tongue deep into her honey?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 01:17:24</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The elven female shook on his hand and Varion could feel her body straining. He nipples did indeed have a flavor and he smirked as he pulled his mouth away and looked at his bride. "You want to find out then you should have a taste" he growled and then returned to biting Aernatheth's puffy nipple. His hand that was on Kaiya's ass smacked down ont he orb and squeezed groaning as he felt himself getting closer. This was going to be the largest load of cum he ever had from the way he felt his balls tightening down. He was about to release the elf and fuck Kaiya nice and hard when he heard a soft plantive whimper form her lips. <br><br>"please let me cum" <br><br>Releasing her nipple Varion pulled back and looked up at her. An hour ago he could never have imagined this prissy and made up elf begging for anything now here she was grinding on his hand like a whore and begging for a release. Considering for a moment he then gripped Kaiya's hip and held her in place. An image formed in his mind and he then smiled at his wife. Leaning up he whispered softly to her "I want my bath now" he whispered and his tight grip on her hip released. <br><br>Turning to the elf he slid his finger out as she whimpered and moved her hips trying to get it back in. "Hands behind you" he growled and was not surprised to see how quickly she snapped into position. Taking his middle finger he pushed it up and into her soaking wet body He held his palm to her clit and then he told her. "You can fuck yourself on my hand, but no cumming until her highness gives you permission." <br><br>Aernatheth not only moaned, but nodded and closed her eyes as though the thought of the order was going to make it even better for her. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 01:30:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya's eyes shot to him in surprise, then widened as he continued informing Aernatheth of what she was going to do.&nbsp; She had been astonished herself to see the elegant mage grinding her cunt on his finger, and begging to come.&nbsp; But she was quite pleased.&nbsp; She was being bound more tightly to them, now, which meant they practically owned her.&nbsp; Not in a purchase kind of way; she fought that kind of slavery.&nbsp; This was a willing 'slavery', giving them her body to do with as they pleased.<br><br>When he told her that he wanted his bath, she let the scenario run in her mind. Oh, she was going to make him roar, she thought wickedly.&nbsp; She slid from is lap, careful not to dislodge his finger, then leaned over and, with a sly look sideways as she turned a bit, she suddenly lapped at Aerna... she really was going to have to shorten that name.&nbsp; Aerna... Aern?&nbsp; Something.&nbsp; But she lapped at the elf's nipple while keeping her eyes locked on her husband's, then brought her hand up to pinch and lightly twist the other nipple, waiting for both their reactions.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 01:43:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				There was this very deep ruble followed by an ear bending moan as Varion watched his wife delicately teasing Aern's body. She was playing them both so very well. The elf nearly danced her plaintive cries getting louder and louder as she felt the tongue and hand combining to bring her nearer her edge. She was babbling incoherently now her words mingling with sounds and some words that were unknown to them. Still it was clear she was obeying and as Varion watched his wet cock laying across his stomach now still lightly twitching with need his dominance returned. <br><br>His free hand not in the elf shot out and grabbed Kaiya's thick hair again. He held her face to the elf's breasts for a moment encouraging her to suck harder on the puffy things before then tugging her head away. "Tease" growled as he pulled her away from the elf girl. "On your knees and then save some of my cum for our new playmate to taste" he growled and then pushed Kaiya toward his throbbing cock. He was close and his sac felt so tight that he was nearly in pain ready to explode. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 01:50:06</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Oh, that wonderful rumble.&nbsp; She was driving him nuts, and they both knew it.&nbsp; And loved it.&nbsp; He might be directing, but she was definitely enhancing things to an incredible degree.&nbsp; She purred in pleasure as he made a fist in her hair, pressing her closer to Aern's breasts, which allowed her to get more babbling from the woman so desperate to climax.<br><br>When he directed her to her knees, she shifted, then, keeping a hand twisted upwards to continue tormenting those lovely innocent breasts, she took him in hand and arched, taking him down as far as she could and growling in need before beginning to bob up and down fiercely, sucking and growling and purring in pleasure, giving all those extra vibrations to him.&nbsp; She was pretty damn needy herself, though she had at least come once.&nbsp; Next time, though, she'd sprawl across him so they could both taste each other at the same time... and the elf would be tormented by both at the same time.&nbsp; Or... something.&nbsp; They'd think of delicious new ways to drive all three of them insane.&nbsp; But right now... she paused, then ran her tongue under the head of his cock, then lightly grazed his length with her teeth as she went down and came back up.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 02:02:40</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion had known the second her lips touched her cock would be the beginning of the end. She went to work on him focused on her mission and he knew that it was all over. His cock began to pulse starting to cause him to arch his ups off the couch. Oh how powerful this one was going to be. Trembling with desire he felt his cock give the first spasm knowing it was time. He curled his lip and growled at Aernatheth "Cum" <br><br>The scream of release that came from her throat was one that been pent up for so many years. Shaking hard she released her hands from behind her back and grabbed his arm with both hands. Collapsing towards the two of them nearly fainting she fell into Kaiya. Varion's spewing cock fell from her lips then and thick ropes of his cum now erupted from the head painting the tits and torso of his bride as he groaned pushing his hips up still searching for the grip of her hand or warmth of her mouth. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 02:11:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya staggered, losing her connection&nbsp; to her husband as the elf nearly fainted on her.&nbsp; She shifted the woman off her, then took hold of Varion's cock and slid her mouth over it for a moment, sucking on him and swallowing down his hot seed.&nbsp; Then she pulled back and let it bathe her breasts, her mind thinking of interesting things to do with that elf.&nbsp; She wasn't sure Varion would lick her clean... but they could get the elf to.&nbsp; Maybe Varion would feast on her in another fashion...<br><br>When he was running down, she locked her mouth over him one more time, finishing him off with tender strokes of her hands on his thighs, her tongue on his shaft.&nbsp; Lifting her head when he was finally done, she refused to finger herself, but her hips shifted nonetheless.&nbsp; Looking him straight in the eyes, she said softly, "I love you so gods-be-damned much, my Varion, my bear prince."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 02:26:04</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Pushing the elf up and laying her back on the sofa he looked down at his cum on his wife and panted. Sweat was in his eyes and his chest rose and fell hard as he cum more then ever before in his life. He had nearly painted her with his seed and she had also drank right from him. That feeling had been enough to make his toes curl into his feet. Now he looked at her and the dominant part of him refused to fade back into the shadows. It had been a bit of a show at first, but now he felt something had changed in him. He liked it.<br><br>Smiling at her then he gathered up Kaiya and pulled her up. He slid down the couch until his ass was on the stone floor and pulled her to the edge of the couch letting her kneel on the soft cushions. "Elf" he growled and the girl fluttered her eyes and looked at them with heavy eyes "Clean my cum off of her highness with your tongue. Do it well and please her" he said and then he grasped her hips. He wanted, needed, to taste his bride. He settled her hips over his face as the elf moved over and softly extended her tongue starting to gather up his cum. <br><br>Varion extended his tongue as well ony he was collecting the dew off the lips of her sex before starting to suckle her clit gently. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 02:35:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya bracced herself as the elven woman began licking at her skin, cleaning her, and her husband worked at making her wetter.&nbsp; She whimpered needfully as he started ramping up her desire even more than it already was.&nbsp; Between the two of them, she was slowly boiling, getting hotter and wetter than ever before.&nbsp; The elf was seeming to get into things, her tongue laving over every inch.&nbsp; When it hit her breasts, Kaiya's head fell back and she let out a wild cry.&nbsp; Varion's tongue would also be driing her wild, and she was sure she'd drown him pretty soon.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 02:49:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion could drown then and felt he would have still been happily licking and sucking at her body. His hands on her hips pulled her down against his face harder as he sucked the swollen bud of her clit in his mouth. A growl came out of him and it caused her body to vibrate in return. He wanted her to feel worshiped at that moment. Her husband and this newly found creature showing her the pleasure she had given to them and returning it over. His fingers gripped her ass then and he slid his index finger in the crack rubbing in circles around her backdoor. <br><br>Up top Aern was not slacking either. She had her first taste of cum and it had made her whimper. Soon her mouth was sucking and licking trying to get every last drop. She did not let her hands touch worried she was not told to do that. Instead her mouth traced every inch of Kaiya she could. She tasted her skin and sweat mixed with the thick seed and it caused her to start to pant again. She was like a bitch in heat and soon her mouth reached her neck. Pressing closer she rubbed her breasts against Kaiya and whimpered softly at the sensation as she lapped hungrily tasting her skin. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 02:54:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				When he growled, she nearly came.&nbsp; When he began using his finger to play with the crack of her ass, she held herself in... barely.&nbsp; She was wanting to enjoy as much of the sensations of two mouths on her body as long as she could.&nbsp; Then the elven woman started getting really into thing, and between the two of them she was panting frantically, body shaking.<br><br>Then came the last straw; Aern brushed her breast against Kaiya, and that made the feline princess explode with an incredible intensity.&nbsp; She threw her head back nd screamed louder than ever, her thighs clamping around Varion's head, and her hands grabbing the elf and shoving her face against her breats, begging for her mouth on her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 03:01:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Both of the princess's lovers did not disappoint. Her spasms were not hidden to Varion and still teasing her ass he clamped down with his other hand and sucked her clit past his lips. Holding the tender bud he began wildly flicking his tongue back and forth to drive her even higher. When he heard her scream he roared not releasing her clit and pushed his finger into her ass just enough to give her the pressure sensation before pulling it out and then letting his head collapse down from her sex. <br><br>Aern shivered at the sound her own cunt flowing with juices at the sensation of the powerful woman's grip. She whimpered in pleasure as she sought to please her as much as possible her tongue busying itself as she suckled at her firm young tits like she was starving. Looking up her eyes begged that she hoped to be pleasing to her and she refused to let go not stopping until she was released. <br><br>Laying on the stone floor he panted and closed his eyes still feeling himself very drained as he considered exactly what was going to happen now. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 03:21:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya let go of the elf, and slid down off the couch to collapse next to Varion.&nbsp; "Normally I would not consider this a good place to lie... but at least the floor is cold enough to kind of cool us down.&nbsp; My gods, that was incredible."&nbsp; She laced her hand with Varion's, laying on her back and letting the stone cool her off.&nbsp; "Oh... if you need to, you can come," she added towards Aern, not wanting to let her suffer any longer.&nbsp; <br><br>She rolled on her side, still breathing heavily, and looked at her husband.&nbsp; "I can't believe you.&nbsp; I never thought you'd get into that.&nbsp; It was the sexiest thing I'd ever experiences, my heart."&nbsp; She leaned over and brushed a gentle kiss across his mouth, reaching up with her free hand to lightly but lovingly stroke his face.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 03:29:58</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The floor felt so nice against his overheated flesh and when she lay down with him he gathered his arm around her. He smelled of sex and his face still showed the sheen of her juices on his cheeks, but he didn't care. He was fully satisfied and at that moment it would have been an impressive feat to get him hard again. His lips kissed hers and he smiled when she stroked his face. "I find out new things about myself all the time when I am with you. I never thought to have children or share every part of myself with another" licking his lips he pressed softly against her hand "And I never imagined I could love someone and yet want to drown them in my cum at the same time" <br><br>Above them on the couch the whimpering Aern was pushing herself over the edge one more time and then she lay there softly breathing with little hiccuping sounds of whimpers coming off of her. The cold of the stone floor now warm from their bodies Varion stroked along her back slowly and then he whispered to Kaiya "You know we own her now? She will worship and do anything we ask" Stroking her face he leaned closer and added "Anything and when you are her touched" He smiled softly "No male can eve taste of my wife's flesh, but this female... I think she could have her uses" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 03:48:35</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"You'd kill any man who tried, wouldn't you?" she murmured to him, snuggling close, despite their warmth.&nbsp; A thought came to her, and she grinned.&nbsp; "Perhaps the pirate king will find her appealing..." she said with a soft chuckle.&nbsp; "Should we take her with us from here?&nbsp; Or how will we work this?&nbsp; And... I wonder where the other elves are... if we could seduce them too..."<br><br>Though she'd never get to play with an elven male, likely.&nbsp; She wondered what they looked like naked... and wondered what it would be like getting one as hot as Aern had been... then letting the two of them at it.&nbsp; Elven fucking... would that be slow and dignified, or because they were so suppressed, would it be so primal it was scary?
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 04:03:15</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Smirking he looked down at her "What would you do to a female who tried to have my cock in her?" he asked knowing the answer to that straight away. He growled a little at the pirate king. Somehow this man was always popping up. He knew, especially in light of recent events, that he had no reason to worry. Kaiya was as much his as he was hers, but perhaps having that little twinge of jealousy was good. It made him guarded and even when she mentioned him he found himself drawing Kaiya even closer to his side. <br><br>"I don't know about these other elves. If the time comes it appears we can subjugate them with sex" Varion paused a moment and wondered about the Nekutha. If these elves were so effected he wondered if the others would be as well. Not like they could lure them into a massive orgy, but any weapon was a good one. Looking up the girl on the couch now slumbered softly obviously worn out from the activites. Varion himself was drained and looking around found a more suitable place for them. Drawing to his feet he helped Kaiya to hers and they crossed the room slowly. It seeed to be warmer now in the room as he lay them down on a small bed. It would not afford them to stretch out, but it was warm and comfortable. <br><br>Laying down he draped his arm across Kaiya and kissed her softly. "Sleep. We have a lot of work ahead of us" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>14-08-2014, 04:36:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"If it was her idea, I'd kill her.&nbsp; But if it was something we'd both agreed on... I'd wait to hurt her, badly, so that she doesn't get ideas.&nbsp; But I doubt you'd have the energy for any other woman.&nbsp; Not the way I treat you, my love."&nbsp; She had no interest in another man, really, but she wondered if he had interest in other women.&nbsp; That sent the same spurt of jealousy through her.<br><br>When he led them to the bed, she didn't care if they couldn't stretch out.&nbsp; She curled near the edge, letting him curl up around her from behind.&nbsp; "I'll sleep.&nbsp; I'm too worn out not to," she admitted as she closed her eyes.&nbsp; Not much longer, and she was sound asleep with her husband behind her, against her, holding her close.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>15-08-2014, 02:18:38</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The group slept soundly for some time. The room was warm and held at just the right temperature for sleeping. At one paint when Varion awoke he was amazed to find the water closet had running water that came out hot and cold. He was certain he was going to enjoy a bath here before he left. He had come back to the bed to find a surprising sight. The elven female had crawled onto the bed and was curled around&nbsp; Kaiya's feet. He studied her for a minute, but she seemed to be asleep again and not disturbing her so he let them both continue to be at peace. <br><br>For his part he walked to the edge of the pool and looked down at it. He considered for a long moment and then reached his hand down towards the shimmering surface. His hand hovering there above it he whispered softly "Can you hear me?" <br><br><em>Indeed your highness. We may converse without awaking the others if you wish. I will lower my sounds accordingly. </em><br><br>Swallowing Varion pulled back and looked at the pool and then asked flat out. "What are you?" <br><br><em>Long ago the elfish people found a way to contain magic and essence. Many of the people gave their very lives to the idea and the pools were born from their work. Five such places exist and are flung to the far corners of the world. We contain the knowledge of the elven race and the magic needed to make them comfortable. </em><br><br>Pausing he squinted and then inclined his head "You are the remains of a dying race?" <br><br><em>Indeed. We contain the collected knowledge of the species. Elves knew long ago they would die off slowly and wanted one way to pass on the knowledge that would remain. Scrools fade, but the knowledge we contain is never ending and can be updated as time passes. </em><br><br>Placing his hands on the stone ledge of the pool Varion looked at it and then asked "Can you see things in the world as they happen? Like spying over distances?" <br><br><em>No. We can only give back the knowledge that we have been given. if one speaks to us or submerges a volume or scroll in the pool we will store that knowledge and return it when requested. </em><br><br>"So you can't show me troop movements?" <br><br><em>No your highness</em><br><br>"But if I ask for a map of the known world laid out so that I can study it?" <br><em><br>Building the map now your highness</em><br><br>His eyes began to study as he located the places he wanted to and then the military portion of his mind began to take over. <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>15-08-2014, 06:20:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya stirred slowly, then woke, after reaching for Varion and finding him gone.&nbsp; She slipped from the bed, surprised to see the elven woman curled where her feet had been, like some kind of pet dog or cat.&nbsp; Cat, she decided immediately.&nbsp; Between her and her husband, they'd not prefer dogs, she'd bet, laughing inside.&nbsp; She made her own trip to the water closet, then noted her husband studying a map.&nbsp; Wishing she knew where the clothing was, so she'd have a robe, she almost grabbed a blanket then recalled... this room could actually speak.<br><br>"Is there somewhere I can get a robe?&nbsp; Or should I not ask that?" she murmured softly, not wanting to disrupt Varion's contemplations.&nbsp; She was not a military person in the same caliber as he was, so she'd leave him to it.&nbsp; "And can we get something to eat?&nbsp; Or, if there's real clothing and a way to get outside and hunt, would I be able to do that ?
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>15-08-2014, 14:37:25</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The response to her questions was simple and to the point. A panel sliding back and illuminating a variety of clothing. Most of it to elvish size and frames, but soft and warm none the less. The food that had been scattered around the room was now gone as if it had cleaned itself up while they slept. Their armor was neatly stacked on a table and even the couch they had made quick the mess of appeared to have been cleaned. When she asked about food a table not far from her seemed to rotate into the wall and when it came back out several plates of nuts, berries, and hard chesses came out. It was after this that the voice spoke again <br><br><em>Apologies for not having more suitable foods for your pallet. The elvish race was a vegetarian people and so is our stock. This can be remedied should you wish your highness</em><br><br>Varion straightened up when the room spoke again and turned blinking. Seeing his wife he smiled and then gestured around. "From what I can gather it seems to think we are creators due to the blood in our veins" he offered. He looked at her for a while longer not hiding the smile or that he was taking her in from head to toe with appreciation before turning back to the map. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>15-08-2014, 18:44:51</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"Maybe we're the next best thing.&nbsp; I still get called your highness either way."&nbsp; She headed over to the clothing, selecting not a robe, but actual attire.&nbsp; She found a tunic she could wear, though the softness next to her skin made her shiver.&nbsp; Pants were next, and as she shimmied into them, she'd treat Varion to a nice little show.&nbsp; She snagged a vest and laced that up, then padded&nbsp; in soft sock-feet to the table.&nbsp; "I can handle fruit and cheese for a little bit, though I adore venison."&nbsp; She snagged a bunch of grapes, a giant one, then headed to Varion, after asking for and receiving something to drink as well.<br><br>"So what are we looking at here, other than a gigantic map?&nbsp; Bearing in mind I'm not the tactician you are, of course."&nbsp; She offered him a grape after sitting her drink on the nearest table.&nbsp; It was a slightly absentminded offer, the kind of thing someone long in another's company did.&nbsp; It spoke of their attachment that she did such a thing so easily.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>15-08-2014, 21:29:34</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Of course he had pretended to be engrossed in the map, but the way she dressed and the tight fit of her clothing had him smiling. By the time she made it to his side with the grape he eagerly had snatched it from her hand with his mouth. Taking his time he sucked on one of her fingers staring at her and winked. Still naked he then chewed and stood up folding his large arms across his chest. It was odd, but the blue marking tattoo on his shoulder seemed to be shimmering in this light. <br><br>"If the pool is correct then this is the map of our world" the image was slightly three dimensional and even showed elevations along it. "Now we are here" he said stabbing a finger at the tallest mountain in a certain range "and at the very top. The enemy is somewhere along this line" he indicated the large expanse of the wastes the orcs habituated and shook his head "Without Tannerbrook to stop them they could easily march right into your kingdom. The tower is the only line of defense before the capital"<br><br>Reaching out to her plate he snatched a piece of the cheese and nibbled on it as he walked around. "According to what I can see about three days east of the edges of your border is this temple that the cheetah's use. It appears to be a gathering point and so if we want to meet them that is where we should head"<br><br>Looking at her he shook his head "No idea about the southern tribe though. There is no settlement or distinct features. They could be anywhere along the ice or since they are what they are perhaps even under it" <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>16-08-2014, 05:56:25</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				She watched him as he snatched food from her... what she'd intended.&nbsp; They both needed massive refueling after the activities earlier.&nbsp; "The tricky part is how to get there... and how to get them on board.&nbsp; What do we have they could want?&nbsp; I mean, it's all well and good to talk about a dire, evil threat miles away, when you and your people experience none of it as of yet.&nbsp; Should we bring trade goods, weapons?&nbsp; Or just a small negotiating team?"<br><br>She might not be a tactician for the military, but she knew a thing or two about talking to people.&nbsp; He could fight them, she could seduce the... verbally, anyway.&nbsp; They certainly were not going to get any kind of marriage of state from her!&nbsp; Though if she could send her sister off to the icelands... nah, too cruel to the icelanders.&nbsp; "And apart from the map.. how long do you want to stay here?&nbsp; Long enough for me to go hunting, if there is anything to hunt up here?&nbsp; I adore the fruit and cheese, but am seriously craving meat.&nbsp; Nuts just don't do it for me... unless they're a very specific kind of nuts..." she added, trailing off innocently.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>16-08-2014, 20:51:45</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Smiling he reached over and pulled her to his side. "We should go soon. The longer we delay the greater the danger becomes" <br><br>He jabbed his finger at the map "First back to your home. We need to know what plans they are making to stem the tide and I need to check on Theron. We also can hopefully reach out to the pirate" he curled his lip and then sighed "to recover your daggers. Then from there I think we head to the plains. If they do travel in tribes they might not know what has happened and if we could warn them it might be another force to stand with us" <br><br>"They will stand with you" came a small voice behind the two of them. Aern was awake now and kneeling on the bed. She was still nude and her hair looked quite disheveled, but her eyes were bright as she stared at the two of them. "I know they will because I am. I pledge myself to whatever you might ask of me and I only ask one thing" Swallowing she then stared at them and tried to speak. Her breath caught and then she seemed to gather her courage. <br><br>"I wish to be used like that again. I want more. I need more. Never can I recall such intense emotions and pleasures and I never wish to be without them again" Licking her lips she shivered visibly and then a very soft voice whispered "please" and then her head bowed to the bed her hips up in the air in a clear sign of submission. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>17-08-2014, 18:43:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya nodded a he spoke about the danger growing worse if they delayed too long.&nbsp; But that moment out of time... they'd both needed that, desperately.&nbsp; And it had changed things between them, for the better, she thought happily.&nbsp; He was definitely more assured now.&nbsp; Very assured.<br><br>"Home is a good place to start.&nbsp; And beloved... don't worry about Rajuf.&nbsp; That I know his name and personality is because of the times we've clashed.&nbsp; He might be interested in me... but there is no other man but you in my life.&nbsp; Even my father comes a poor second, beloved."&nbsp; She knew he was jealous, but she wasn't going to play that kind of game, not like her sister would.&nbsp; She was going to add something else after he spoke about the tribes possibly standing with them when Aern spoke up.<br><br>Kaiya's jaw nearly dropped when the elven woman pledged to them all she was... as long as they'd use her like that.&nbsp; A spark came to the princess's eyes, and she moved over to the prostrate woman.&nbsp; "You would do whatever we said?&nbsp; Let others touch you, feel you, use you?&nbsp; At our command, you would do this?" she asked, reaching down to tip the woman's face upwards.&nbsp; She wanted to see her face when she answered.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>18-08-2014, 00:43:56</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Pursing her lips Aern stared into Kaiya's eyes "I will do whatever you ask" Her eyes welled up slightly now and there was moisture there as she whispered "I will deny nothing you command. Please... I don't want to lose this feeling" <br><br>Varion crossed his arms and to be honest this might have slowed them down. Then again if they showed up with an elf obeying their every whim there would be little doubt to not only their story, but their assertiveness. Stepping closer he watched Aern closely and then turned to face Kaiya. "Take her. She worships you. Let her continue and we will give her the pleasure she desires while using her to further or own ends" <br><br>Aern pursed her lips and nodded at this, but said nothing as she knelt there still looking up at the two of them. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>18-08-2014, 10:25:59</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"We will take her along, and she will be a great asset.&nbsp; We have someone who knows customs of people long gone... and who has great knowledge of magic.&nbsp; We will both get what we want; her help, and she her pleasure."&nbsp; She looked at Aern, and smiled.&nbsp; "Trust me, you will find a great deal of pleasure once we leave here.&nbsp; But we will need to get as much as possible from this place that would be useful.&nbsp; A pity we can't take the pool along with us.&nbsp; Unless there's a way you can travel with us?" asked Kaiya of the room.&nbsp; She would love having that kind of advice from the pool available at all times.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>18-08-2014, 23:29:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Aern actually hugged Kaiya around her waist when she spoke and held her tightly. Affection was coming easily to the elf and she seemed to be seeking contact and the ability to feel herself with others. She was smiling form ear to ear and refused to let go of the other woman burying her face against her side. <br><br><em>Travel is not an option. We are connected and should you need to find another place of rest then Aern can guide you to another. The elves can find their own by the magic we all shared once at creation</em><br><br>"and we don't need much" Varion said as he crossed the room. "Food and warmth was enough" he went to pick up his armor and carrying it over to where the food now was he started to eat. "Feast while we can. You too elf. I have a feeling when her Highness gets you somewhere more populated you are going to need that energy" <br><br>Smirking he looked his wife in the eyes. Still naked he took a bite of an apple and then told her "I have seen that her mind can be quite creative when she wants something" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>19-08-2014, 07:15:21</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Despite the fact that the room's pond couldn't travel with them, she grinned at Varion's words.&nbsp; "Go, get dressed and get something to eat," she told Aern.&nbsp; Easing the elven woman's arms from off her, she crossed to her husband and grabbed a piece of fruit, a ripe banana, and peeled it slowly, watching him as she slid it into her mouth and wrapped her tongue around it slowly... before gently biting into it and chewing slowly.<br><br>"You'd better believe it."&nbsp; She reached down with her other hand and took him in it, stroking slowly as she took another bite, also slowly, keeping her eyes locked on him.&nbsp; "This is good... but I know something that would taste infinitely better..." she drawled, sucking the next bite of banana into her mouth while still fondling her husband.&nbsp; If he was going to let it all hang out, she was going to enjoy it.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-08-2014, 04:30:55</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion had to shake his head as the elf woman who had been so haughty and regal only a few short hours ago now scrambled off the bed like a gleeful child. She began to search through the clothing in some of the cabinets and most of the outfits she was choosing showed off much of her pale skin. He was waiting to see what the elf would choose when he saw the distraction that was now his wife coming towards him. <br><br>He growled when she took hold if him and his teeth showed. She was purposely baiting him and he knew it. The tattoo on his arm seemed again to glow with power as he stared at her ans then he smiled. Reaching out he gently wrapped his hand in her thick hair and held her facing him. Gritting his teeth he stared for a moment and then his shift happened and almost like a blink of en eye he stood in his hybrid form. He kept his grip on her hear tight as his cock seemed almost thicker in this form and then he leaned closer to her. <br><br>"Shift and then fall to your knees" he ordered as he licked the side of her neck. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-08-2014, 06:40:16</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"But I thought we had to get going shortly...&nbsp; we don't want to let the other side get too far ahead," she purred.&nbsp; Tossing her head, she shifted to her hybrid form, grinning.&nbsp; "This might take... then again..." she added, smirking.&nbsp; <br><br>She suddenly flowed to her knees and took his shaft deep into her mouth all in one move, her raspy tongue stroking the sensitive skin of his cock as she then proceeded to lick and suck him hungrily.&nbsp; She shifted position so that her face fur would brush against him, and her whiskers tickled his thighs as she moved.&nbsp; She'd carefully not shifted her lower body, because she was not tearing these pants and hunting new ones.&nbsp; Besides... she had everything she needed to torment him right there, as she used the very tips of her claws to lightly scrape against his balls.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-08-2014, 17:05:02</strong>
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				As she shifted he grinned the row of teeth white and gleaming as he whispered "With your skill this will not take long" <br><br>It was her eagerness that would be his undoing this time. He had thought she would fight him that he would have to convince her, but as she fell to her knees to please him he felt his cock throb. He growled long and slow as he closed his eyes his head tilting back as she ravenously took him in. Never content to let him be she continued to tease with her claws and hands. <br><br>His thighs trembled slightly with exertion as he looked down at her and the sight of his cock vanishing between her lips had him growling again. Grutning he reached down and ran his fingers over her head gently and then added with a voice that sounded out of breath "Not long at all"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>21-08-2014, 06:31:14</strong>
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				She took him deep, then chuckled deeply, letting him vibrate in her throat.&nbsp; She had the feeling the elven woman was likely watching and wanting, and she could keep doing so.&nbsp; This was for Varion, not for the other's pleasure.&nbsp; One of her hands crept around to grab his ass, squeezing and letting her clawtips prick his skin ever so lightly.<br><br>Then she drew back, with her teeth very very carefully brushing against his flesh, as she worked on getting him off as quickly as possible.&nbsp; She did so adore making him crazy with need, passion, desire.&nbsp; And the fact that it was for her...!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>22-08-2014, 03:39:11</strong>
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				It was over before it had begun and they both knew it. Across the room the elf watched in rapt fascination as the scene unfolded in front of them. She opened her mouth and closed it when she saw the cock sliding past her lips. Her body quaked, but there was no way she was going to venture closer. She had offered herself to these two and there was no invitation this time. Instead she simply stood back and watched in utter fascination. <br><br>Varion was already gone with a roll of his eyes and a guttural growl the sound came form his throat as the first shot of his cum came form the thick head of his cock. He resisted the urge to grab her head and instead he felt himself shift back to human a calmness spreading over him. When he ahd finished he looked down panting and smiled at her the emotion wide and clear as he nodded "Now we can go" he told her as he helped her to her feet. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>22-08-2014, 18:33:41</strong>
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				Kaiya shifted back as well, smiling with satisfaction.&nbsp; She might be hungry for a little loving, but she was quite happy to have given him pleasure indeed.&nbsp; "You just wanted to wait til you got some attention, didn't you," she chuckled as she checked about the room for anything else they might need.&nbsp; "At least someone has their own clothing at the moment," she added teasingly.<br><br>She saw the elven woman watching, fascinated, and wondered idly what they'd gotten themselves into with her.&nbsp; Oh well... they'd find out.&nbsp; At the very least, they had a mage helping out.&nbsp; That was worth it, she knew.&nbsp; They'd have an extra boost that the enemy was not expecting.&nbsp; Later, when they could discuss things with others, they would find out just what she could do.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>24-08-2014, 00:04:20</strong>
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				There was little that could be done by this point. Elaed had kept them all at bay for a long time and now with the warriors from Tannerbrook helping he knew they were in no danger of attack from a force this size, but also there was no way he was going to order an attack. The walls were reinforced and the warriors were working to try and lengthen it more each day, but the harassing goblin arrows and the fires at night were making it difficult. Standing at the point of the tower surrounded by the archers that kept a constant vigil he could see the horde camp, but there was no way they could hit it from here. Either way it seemed they were just there to keep an eye on them and to make life difficult until the real attack came. <br><br>He was just about to go down and meet with the build crew again when a shout alerted his attention. One of the watchers had spotted activity in the horde camp. Heavy activity it seemed and they were mustering quickly. Elaed had run to the edge just in time to see the giant fireball erupt int he midst of the camp. The explosion threw off enough power to shake the ground and then to allow them to feel the heat of it. Then there was nothing, but smoke and ash filling the air. <br><br>A small group of the warriors flanked on either side by Elaed's archers came out of the front of the tower for the first time in days. Creeping forward slowly they were watching and waiting for the enemy attack. The smoke form the camp was dying down now and it seemed a heavy breeze was blowing it into the plains. The large warrior at the front called a halt and then the assembled patrol readied themselves for whatever would be coming. <br><br>There was a roar from the front and the warriors of Tannerbrook suddenly all erupted in a loud cheer. They raised their weapons to the sky and began to chant. "Mathúin! Mathúin! Mathúin!" <br><br>Elaed ran to the front and stopped in his tracks a wide smile breaking out across his face. Walking out of the smoke were three figures. The one in the back clad in white leather was unknown to him, but walking in front of her was the prince and princess who had saved them just days before. <br><br>The last son of Tannerbrook and his bride were striding with purpose out of the fire and behind them nothing in the camp was left alive. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>25-08-2014, 18:29:36</strong>
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				Kaiya's heart was glad that they'd returned in time, and her head was rather stunned with the fact of the elven woman's abilities.&nbsp; That she was very firmly on their side was a miracle in and of itself.&nbsp; The destruction of the camp had been a wonderful thing for their peoples... may, people.&nbsp; Though once this was over, she would suggest rebuilding Tannerbrook.&nbsp; She knew it wouldn't be the same as before this war, but it might ease her husband's pain over its loss.<br><br>'I think they might be glad to see us, beloved.&nbsp; What think you?" she asked with a lopsided grin.&nbsp; She knew she'd be glad if she was in their place.&nbsp; To see a formerly big threat reduced to nothing?&nbsp; She'd be dancing in the streets right now, and possibly jumping some man for fun times.&nbsp; She had Varion for that part, though she'd refrain from jumping him here.&nbsp; Somehow she figured the people would be shock to see how their princess surrendered to their new prince.&nbsp; She was loving it, but not on the battlefield.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>26-08-2014, 02:14:25</strong>
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				Sheathing the ax on his back Varion had turned to smile at Kaiya. "Wouldn't you be glad to see us walking out of a smoking crater that used to be an enemy camp?" he asked her with a grin. <br><br>They had stumbled upon the camp almost by accident, but when they had fought into the center and seen the barrels of lard he knew. They had the same plan for the tower they had used at Tanerbrook and the sight of the entrance to a tunnel made it clear. Varion had had his full realization at that moment that this was not the horde he had trained to fight. They were organized and clearly able to siege without charging. He had roared and shifted starting to charge when he heard Aern's spidery tongue. The fire had sizzled past his head and the barrels exploding had sent the enemy scattering. Smiling at each other the couple had then charged using blood to put out the flames. <br><br>Now as they walked to the tower there was questions abound, but Varion was not interested. "Theron" he said simply and turned his head "Where?" <br><br>Elaed nodded "The capitol your highness. His wounds were grave, but he was alive when they brought him here. The healers had high hope" <br><br>Nodding he looked at the tower and now that the threat had been removed the work was in full swing. The aging structure was already starting to change back to the war ready place it had been so many centuries before. Reinforcing the Tower itself and then slowly expanding the stockade would make it much more defensible. Varion was not surprised to see his people there leading the work, but the contingent of soldiers from the capitol mingling with them. Clearly now the war was everyone's first priority. <br><br>It was less than an hour later they were on fresh horses and pounding for the palace. If luck held they would see the golden spires by midnight. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>26-08-2014, 18:38:50</strong>
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				Kaiya had toured the watchtower, seeing the efforts being done to ready it as quickly as possible.&nbsp; She was glad both their peoples were working on it; hers had the numbers, his had the knowhow, and both worked well together.&nbsp; She made sure she thanked Aren for her assistance in the great fireball, since she hadn't known until after exactly what had been planned.&nbsp; She was so very grateful that the explosion had only struck the camp.<br><br>Now, mounted up and riding hard with her husband, she hoped desperately that Theron was going to recover.&nbsp; Could the elf heal as well as cast magic fire?&nbsp; When they got there, they'd see, she figured.&nbsp; They pushed hard, knowing it was hurting the horses, but considering this was Varion's family, she wasn't arguing.<br><br>Finally they came into view of her home city, and the horses were urged on to their best efforts, which they gave.&nbsp; Soon enough they were pounding into the courtyard, reining to a halt, the horses utterly exhausted as they finally stopped moving.&nbsp; Kaiya was off her mouth quickly.&nbsp; "Take good care of them, they worked very hard today," she told the stable hands who rushed out to greet them.&nbsp; She turned to see where her husband was so that she could go with him.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>27-08-2014, 02:52:09</strong>
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				Varion wasted no time. He took the steps to the palace two at a time and then at the top waited for Kaiya to catch up to him. He grabbed an attendant to find Theron and was pleased to hear that he was in the royal wing. Taking Kaiya by the hand he took her with him until he opened the door to the suite he was told they were in. He could have been surprised that mouse was there beside the bed, but he never expected her to be anywhere else. <br><br>"Prince" she said without looking up at him. She looked haggard even though she was washed and in fresh clothes. It was clear she had not moved in some time and Slowly Varion approached the slight woman and reached out to place his hand on her shoulder. "He is fine, but the healers said he needed sleep more then anything. He sleeps because they make him sleep, but I promised to be here when he awoke. So you can save your threats to lock me out."<br><br>Leaning over Varion pressed a kiss to the top of the head of the woman he had loved like a sister his entire life. "It would do me little good mouse to lock you out of anywhere we both know that" Then he did help her to her feet "But even though I can't make you leave the room I can make sure you get comfortable. I will sit with him and you may sleep while I do" He guided her to the large lounging sofa across the room and helped her to stretch out on it. Taking a blanket he placed it over her and then turned to look at Theron. <br><br>"They took his arm" she said as he continued to look at his brother. "The healers said that he would have died if it had stayed on. So we were to late" <br><br>Shaking his head Varion turned back to look at her and smiled wide "He lives because of you mouse. Another debt that I can never repay" <br><br>Swallowing he watched a tear slide from the eye of the small woman. She looked old and tired before whispering "Your father?" <br><br>Standing up Varion looked down. "Sleep mouse" he told her softly "The dead can wait"<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>27-08-2014, 10:36:50</strong>
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				Kaiya flew up the steps to join Varion, and took his hand when he offered, letting him lead the way.&nbsp; She was surprised by the company in there; she hadn't yet truly caught sight of mouse.&nbsp; She listened to the conversation, and felt the tears build in her eyes as they spoke.&nbsp; They hadn't been in time to save Theron's arm after all.&nbsp; Curse things!&nbsp; She wondered if the elf could have done anything; she'd ask later.&nbsp; <br><br>She came up behind her husband, wrapping her arms about his waist and pressing close to him, resting her head against his shoulder.&nbsp; "I'm so sorry, Varion.&nbsp; I wish we could have spared him the loss."&nbsp; She simply held him, and if he wanted her to face him, so he could hold her, she'd willingly turn about to press herself against him in comfort.&nbsp; "We'll make sure he loses nothing else."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>27-08-2014, 16:16:48</strong>
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				He kissed Kaiya on top of her head and refused to let himself grieve. "He's alive" he whispered to her soft hair "That is all that matters now" <br><br>It was hours before Theron awoke and when he did Varion was not surprised to hear his first question be to ask for mouse. She was sleeping finally and Varion lifted his brother to see the way her chest rose and fell slightly. Seeming to be content with that the brothers then spoke and Varion informed Theron of their fathers and of the fate of Tannerbrook. The older sibling simply had nodded. He had known when they fled that neither his home or his father was going to leave that place alive. <br><br>Varion insisted that Theron eat and summoned the healers. Now certain he would live Varion stood and his eyes were back to the fierce warrior instead of the caring brother. His family was shattered and his kingdom was in ruins. Each of the brothers agreed that there was only one course of action. <br><br>Vengance. <br><br>After they had walked out of Theron's room he looked to Kaiya. "We need to speak to your parents" he said and then he looked down the hall towards the royal suites. "We need to know why they didn't tell us" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>28-08-2014, 04:02:34</strong>
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				Kaiya didn't leave Varion while he waited for his brother to waken.&nbsp; She stayed right by him, asking for food and drink to be brought to them so they'd have something after the riding and fighting.&nbsp; She didn't want much, just something light for them to snack on.&nbsp; They got it and were able to get something in their stomachs before Theron woke.<br><br>She listened quietly as the brother talked, knowing that Theron was in some intense pain without any kind of drug, and she wanted to make certain they were helping ease the pain.&nbsp; And apart from that, she was going to need to find out more about this mouse they kept talking about.&nbsp; She had no idea who the woman was, just that she was there,&nbsp; Was she Theron's wife, lover, something?<br><br>When they left the room he mentioned speaking to her parents.&nbsp; She motioned to the elven woman who had been left right outside the room.&nbsp; "We definitely do need to know.&nbsp; I only hope it doesn't kill my mother.&nbsp; But we'll bring the elf with us.&nbsp; Aern will certainly be something of a wake-up call, won't she?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-08-2014, 01:38:22</strong>
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				"Always good to have a wild card" he said in response as they headed down the hall. His stride was with full purpose and none who saw them would have dared to stop them. By the time they reached the Queens quarters Varion didn't bother to stop until he had pushed the double doors open wide. He was not surprised to see all of his new in laws gathered there and looking at each other. When he opened the doors Kaiya's mother looked up and smiled, but that vanished when she saw Aern enter on their heels. <br><br>"Your highness" he said as he folded his arms across his chest "My lord" he nodded to his father in law. "I would introduce our new companion, but I think you all might have met on another occasion" <br><br>Watching the elf woman walk into the room he could see the change come over both of their faces. "You both have a few things to answer for and then a few things you need to hear" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>01-09-2014, 18:40:05</strong>
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				Kaiya nodded, her face a bit paler than usual, as she regarded her father, her mother, and Andira, a hurt look in her eyes.&nbsp; She had been raised with love, yes, but a huge secret behind it that had taken a war to bring out.&nbsp; Something that apparently her parents had an idea might happen.&nbsp; Or at least her mother had.&nbsp; She was part of the family, yet not, and that was what hurt.&nbsp; Did her father know?&nbsp; Would he change towards her?&nbsp; She didn't want that, she still considered him her father.&nbsp; She hadn't thought about these things before, but had her sister known too?&nbsp; She had voiced opinions on that, perhaps, but she would now know the truth.<br><br>"I certainly need to know a few things, Mother, Father.&nbsp; Some things I've always taken for granted might not apply any longer."&nbsp; And she would hate that.&nbsp; If she had been alone, and then found out she wasn't entitled to anything, she'd have been devastated.&nbsp; But she had Varion, and he made up for everything.&nbsp; She leaned against him, instinctively, seeking his comfort and support.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>02-09-2014, 22:33:04</strong>
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				The reactions from her family were less surprise and more acceptance. It seemed they had been preparing themselves for this for a long time and now it was finally upon them. Her mother sent out the attendants from the room and her father sat down on the bed. The two of them held hands as her sister walked and stared out the window her arms folded across her chest. <br><br>"Aern" her mother said softly and clearly lacking energy "I assume you told them everything" <br><br>The elven woman nodded gently and smiled at the woman in the bed. "I did your majesty. I was unaware that you had decided to keep it from them" she said with no hint of malice in her tone. <br><br>"We all made that choice when the children were young" her father said before looking at Kaiya "We never wanted you to know that you were different. When your sister became jealous of your abilities" he said and the words made her sibling visibly wince "We told her the truth as well" <br><br>Shaking her head softly Kaiya's mother reached out towards her "We never wanted you to feel you were different or an experiment. You are our child first and most of all. I would never do anything to intentionally hurt you" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>04-09-2014, 03:38:10</strong>
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				Kaiya looked at them all, her eyes slightly wild, wide, and she listened to everything they were saying, while still holding tightly to Varion's hand, leaning against him.&nbsp; It was suddenly very hard to assimilate, even though she'd thought she'd gotten through everything and gotten it into her head, she was still struggling with it.&nbsp; But when her mother reached out to her, she left her husband's side to join her mother.&nbsp; <br><br>"I know.&nbsp; It's a shock.&nbsp; I never expected... how could I prepare for this?&nbsp; I should have been told, especially when Andira began turning against me.&nbsp; I never knew why, and it hurt so much," she added, turning to look at her sister, who was currently avoiding Kaiya's eyes.&nbsp; She was feeling bad enough for being jealous of her sister, being special, a shifter.&nbsp; Such things had not come to her, and Andira hated that above all else.<br><br>"Considering apparently we were experiments in a general sense, I guess I can forgive that.&nbsp; But you and Varion's mother arranged all this?" she asked still amazed at the effort they had gone to.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>08-09-2014, 17:31:50</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Her mother squeezed her hand gently and then looked over at Aern. "The elves told us why we needed to do what we did. We knew that you two were the future of our kind and you would need to continue the bloodlines" Looking up at Varions her eyes softened "Your mother, Meela, was the one who had an idea. We were told that the offspring from either of you would be infused with the blood, but it would slowly dwindle as it always had. She thought that the two of you should be betrothed from the start. That way the children that the two of you made together might be even stronger and our kind would not need to rely on elves anymore" <br><br>Looking back at Kaiya she was about to speak when she suddenly felt very tired and then lay back on the pillows. Kaiya's father touched her softly as she drew in deep breaths and nodded. "Your father and I agreed to the match as well. It was time that our two kingdoms cemented our kingdoms as allies for generations to come"<br><br>Varion considered all this for a moment and then he looked at Aern. "There have been a lot of things that we should have know, but just now after disaster do they come to light." The elf blushed lightly and looked down having been very silent during the entire exchange. She seemed ashamed and Varion then returned his gaze to the king. "But that alliance is now needed more then ever. What we face is a greater danger then any of us imagined and we have no time to delay" <br><br>Looking over at his mother in law on the bed he nodded "Rest Lady. I bear you no ill will for your plans or your deception. I understand the need for both and I smile at the thought of what you could tell me about my mother" His eyes then returned to the king. "Now thought we need to speak of war. You should assemble all of your military leaders, engineers, and send an envoy to the inn near the gates. They will find a woman staying there as a representative of the pirates. <em>Ask</em> her to join us as well. We are going to need them" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>08-09-2014, 18:44:47</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya let her omther lay back, releasing her hand, then leaning over and gently kissing her cheek.&nbsp; "How can I possibly object to what you've done when you've given me Varion?&nbsp; I love him, Mother, and I thank the gods that you an his mother arranged this."&nbsp; She cast her husband a love-filled look, devoid of the usual lusty gleam.&nbsp; This wasn't the time for passion of that kind.&nbsp; This was the time to let him see the deep emotion in her.&nbsp; Such a short time, but maybe they were fated to be together.&nbsp; Could be why love had occurred so quickly between them.<br><br>She moved from the bed, having very carefully avoided sitting down, so as not to disturb her mother's rest.&nbsp; "Varion's right, it is a huge threat we're dealing with.&nbsp; The pirates will certainly hep, and we are going to collect a few more allies.&nbsp; You might not recognize this place, hosting different peoples."&nbsp; She stepped back to Varion's side, and looked up at him a quick moment.&nbsp; "And said pirate lady had better be very careful around you, indeed," she muttered in a tone too low to carry to the others, but that he'd hear easily.&nbsp; She wasn't ashamed to say she was jealous of the other woman's interest in her husband.&nbsp; Kaiya would kill her if things started to go too far, after all.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>09-09-2014, 22:49:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				The assembly in the same war room he had been in just a few days prior looked much different then last time. The assembled were mostly the same, but a few new faces joined them. The air was what was different more then anything. Gone was the pomp and perfectly trimmed hair of a few days prior. In place of the smug attitudes there were comfortable armor and those who had not gotten proper rest in days. <em>Before the battle starts is more stressful for a leader then once the battle is joined </em> his father had once told him and the young prince worked to keep that in mind. <br><br>He caught sight of the pirate lady and for all his effort he could not recall her name. He smiled lightly at how vexed his bride seemed to get when she had looked at him and made a note that maybe a jealous Kaiya might be even more fun to play with, but now was not the time. When he walked to the table the room fell silent as he stood there a moment and then he started to speak. "Tannerbrook is demolished. All that remains of it is ruin and those who made it here before the end. The Horde now holds the lands that border your own. It is also my understanding that they have a substantial force on the sea and look to continue their push" <br><br>Pausing he let that sink in and then he gestured to the woman clad in white armor behind him. "This is Aern. She speaks for the elven people and I have come to learn the truth of what she says over the last few days. What she has to say is not about the Horde, I told you all you can know about them, what she is about to tell you is why they are even more dangerous then I imagined when I told you before. The Horde has found what it has always lacked. It has found leadership" <br><br>He nodded to the elven woman who spoke clearly and calmly telling those assembled about her kin that had broken off. She told them their history, what they planned to do, and why they intended to do it. When she had finished she looked to Varion who nodded and then watched her fade back to stand beside Kaiya with her head down. Turning back to the group Varion shook his head. "There will be no peace. This is a war of attrition. They will march and attack until every man, woman, and child in their path has been stamped out. In order to win we need to not only survive, but to inflict as much damage on our enemy as they upon us" <br><br>Looking down at the map he stabbed his finger at the tower. "This is the first line of defense you have and it needs to be held at all costs. All other approaches would take days to reach the capital and are easily defended against an invading army. The mountains and then the rolling hills would make any march difficult. The tower is the perfect entrance to your lands and in my opinion is where they ill try to strike first. The area is small so a full scale invasion force can not make it down the winding path so small skirmishes will be what holds them at bay. Some of our elites are there helping to do what they can to keep the enemy down, but you need to make certain it does not fall. If it does then you have opened your back door to the enemy and they will stream through it" <br><br>He pointed then to their strangely garbed guest and nodded "The pirates are doing what they can do hold them at bay over the sea, but resources and safe harbors will be sorely needed. Whatever disputes over gold or land you had in the past are over. Now you fight to survive so let the past be the past" There was a few worried glances among the assembled men, but no one said a word. <br><br>Standing up tall Varion sighed "I told you last time I was here I was not a General and that still holds true. I will not be waiting here to find out when or if the enemy is coming. There are more lands and more allies to assemble and we intend to get every last set of hands, claws, or weapon we can to hold back this tide. I give it you to hold here" He then looked down at the map again. He looked at the plains and how from this spot where he stood every point on the map could be reached in days and then easily held to resupply an army. "I" he paused then and looked at the king "If you fall here, then I fear we fail" 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>11-09-2014, 01:07:40</strong>
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				Kaiya watched as the pirate king's second watched the room, a slight curl of her lip offsetting the studied blankness.&nbsp; Talia Ashire was a strong capable woman, but she didn't know ground fighting as well as Kaiya did, nor did Kaiya know sea combat like Talia.&nbsp; They'd have to work to mesh things together for their survival.&nbsp; It was definitely going to be tricky, considering pirates were pirates for usually very good reasons.<br><br>Talia spoke up, her voice muted a bit as befit the serious nature of the meeting.&nbsp; "We can definitely hold open safe harbors... literally and figuratively.&nbsp; The Pirate King will make certain of that; he will be weeding out those who support the ones willing to destroy us all from those who, despite our differences, prefer to have you fighting us as opposed to soulless beings intent on world destruction," she added, nodding in Aern's direction.&nbsp; Shaking her dark head, her eyes lit up with a brief flash of merriment.<br><br>"You will also find us quite skilled in delivering things at high speed when most needed.&nbsp; And if there are peoples who don't wish to hep in the fray... we're quite used to liberating things that are needed as well.&nbsp; Letters of marque would go a long way to assuring the pirate fleets' assistance.&nbsp; If we can be pardoned for any... possible illegalities during this time of strife..."<br><br>The others in the room started grumbling about that, but before anyone else spoke up, Kaiya did.&nbsp; "That can be arranged, as long as it's of certain actions.&nbsp; Wholesale slaughter of an innocent town, no.&nbsp; Looting some high lord's castle... yes.&nbsp; Docksides, warehouses... preferably with as little loss of life as possible."&nbsp; Talia regarded the princess with surprise, then a certain respect.&nbsp; Apparently the girl wasn't going to hold her attraction to her husband against Talia.&nbsp; Surprising, but pleasing.&nbsp; Could she help it if the prince had such an incredible animal magnetism?<br><br>Kaiya kept going though; she had more she was going to say.&nbsp; "I will be going with Varion to find allies.&nbsp; The elf Aern has promised us a way to get there and back as quickly as possible.&nbsp; There will be land dwellers, and possible ocean dwellers as well."&nbsp; Talia looked interested at that concept.&nbsp; "We don't want to be gone long, but we have no idea what will be needed to bring these others into the fight with us.&nbsp; I beg of you... don't let anyone be idle.&nbsp; The too young, too old, and infirm, provided they have the strength, can even help with providing for the fit to go fighting.&nbsp; Teach the farmers, anynone... pardon the poachers who know traps and archery.&nbsp; Get the hawkers and falconers out to carry messages.&nbsp; Anything.&nbsp; And don't forget the children; they'll be a far bigger asset than you think.&nbsp; Find the orphans, street rats... feed and clothe them and promise them a decent home, and set them up as watchers to spare the adults for fighting."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>12-09-2014, 02:15:41</strong>
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				Varion simply had his arms crossed and had watched as Kaiya had her exchange. She might not have the battle experience that he did, but she was something he was not. She was very clever and was able to see the advantage in every single situation. This was going to brutal war and since Tannerbrook was gone it might come down to them all being just a bit more clever then their enemy. <br><br>The room was now quickly devolving into discussions of troop allocations and what ports would be the most needed. After informing the king that the letters would be most wise he then grabbed Kaiya and left the talkers to talking in the war room. Stepping into the hall he paused and then looked down at his bride. "We need to go soon" he told her as he reached out to gather her into his arms. Stroking along her hair slowly up and down her back he sighed. <br><br>"I need to speak to the refugees and then we need to find out what this transport of Aern's is" he mumbled as he continued clutching her. His own feelings about how this war was going to go were now public and known to everyone. His demons were now out and he could only hope they would listen and learn from the lesson that had cost his family so dearly. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>12-09-2014, 18:50:36</strong>
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				When he held her, stroking her as if to make sure she was still there, she returned the favor.&nbsp; "I know, my heart.&nbsp; I wish we could linger for a time, just take a breather.&nbsp; But we do what we must.&nbsp; And with the two of us working together, I dare say we have a better chance of making it though than if we were apart.&nbsp; If only because we want that honeymoon so badly," she murmured quietly, with a faint hint of laughter.&nbsp; She wasn't going to make tons of jokes, it wasn't that kind of situation.&nbsp; But she didn't want either of them to slip into the fire grim facade that would destroy them.<br><br>"We'll get the blades from Rajuf if I have to have you shake up upside down to see what falls from his clothing.&nbsp; Then we'll get help from the other races.&nbsp; We will do this, we will drive them back, and we will be happy."&nbsp; She lifted a hand to his face as she drew back to see him clearly.&nbsp; "I want to give you handsome sons and lovely daughters.&nbsp; We shouldn't get that far until we win."&nbsp; She was going to be positive about success; it might help.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>15-09-2014, 21:50:59</strong>
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				It had been some time before Varion had finally relaxed and let his young wife out of his arms. Then he sought out the elf and dragged her form the room. Her transport was available, but they had to make it to the base of the mountains to the north. Part of the reason this kingdom worked so well for them to defend was the mountain ranges on west and north, dessert to the east, and the vast ocean to the south. The natural barriers made it more defensible for certain, but less easy to travel out from. It would take a few days to reach the base of the mountains and Varion knew that every minute wasted would be another minute their enemy would use. <br><br>Standing outside his brother's room Varion was stone faced. He should consider staying to look after him, to look after all of them, but here he was getting ready to leave them on their own again. mouse looked haggard still when he last saw and he was certain they would be together still. He had sent Kaiya to say her goodbyes to her family as well. This might well be the last time they would see them so they needed to make certain to say a proper farewells. <br><br>This was where Aern stood quietly to the side of Varion and whispered "There might be something that could be done" she whispered and looked up at him. Turning the large man regarded her with a questioning gaze and said nothing. Wetting her lips the slight female continued "There is a smithing technique we developed long ago that would fuse a metal arm to the one who lost it" She bit her lip and then added "We could try to find something abut the process in the next archive"<br><br>Varion sighed and looked down and then turned to her. "He would never be able to shift again" he muttered and then he nodded. "I will ask him" <br><br>Walking into the room Varion shut the door behind him. There was a moment he wanted to share with what was left of his family. A moment to say goodbye to his father and to pledge his loyalty to his new king. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>18-09-2014, 02:19:49</strong>
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				Kaiya had gone off to wish her sister and parents farewell, and she and her sister actually talked more than ever before, barring insults.&nbsp; Having everything in the open helped Andira relieve some of her feelings, and they actually seemed better off.&nbsp; Kaiya doubted they'd ever be super close, but they were at least better.<br><br>After that, she went to speak to others she knew, cared for, like her doctor friend, the stablehands, people like that.&nbsp; She had five of her warriors wanting desperately to go with her and Varion wherever they might go, not because they were afraid to stay and fight, but because there were people who wouldn't hesitate to attack two on the road, and not always with obvious weapons.&nbsp; Drugs worked very fine, thanks, and they feared either of them falling to such things.&nbsp; <br><br>Flattered, she thanked them, then met up with the servants she had tasked to prepare packs for her and Varion.&nbsp; There were things she wanted no matter where she traveled, and it was easier to split the things between them.&nbsp; Like a medical kit, odds and ends for human use... she often just hunted off the land when she traveled.&nbsp; Cats could bring down decent game, after all.&nbsp; She went to meet up with Varion, knowing they'd better get going soon.&nbsp; It was a depressing thought, not being here to protect her home, but she was protecting it more by finding the people only she and her husband could find.&nbsp; And if she had to shame the entire nation, she would.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>18-09-2014, 03:13:09</strong>
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				Varion had looked up when Kaiya entered the room where his brother was resting. Though still on the bed Theron had at least been propped up and looked like he had regained some of his color. mouse of course stood to the side looking much better then the last time and there was a new addition to the room as well. A large hulking man of advanced age who nearly was the same size as Varion and bore a three claw mark tattoo on his neck was listening to Aern explaining something. <br><br>"I can do it" he nodded and then looked down at Theron "But I still think it won't be worth a damn" <br><br>"It will work I swear" Aern said nodding her head. She looked at Varion who then turned and looked at his brother. <br><br>"It is your call brother, but we both know what is coming and what you want to do" he said as he stared at his older sibling. <br><br>Theron looked up and then at mouse. The slight person smiled and nodded. Theron then turned to the older man "Get to it" he said and then he looked at the elf "How long until you can have it here?" he asked.<br><br>The elf who was older then everyone in the castle, perhaps the world, but still looked younger then all of them considered. "Once I get your brother on his path I can return with it. No more then a few days"<br>&nbsp;<br>Varion nodded and then turned to Kaiya. "Time to go love?" he asked knowing the answer already. Walking to her he reached out and touched her softly and then Theron spoke again. <br><br>"Can I have just my family in here for a moment?" he said and then he looked at Kaiya "Including my new sister in law" <br><br>When the room was cleared and just the four of them were there Varion never questioned that mouse remained. Standing at the foot of his brother's bed he knew that the two of them would never be more then a few feet apart from now on. Reaching out Theron slid his hand into mouse's and the two of them both looked at Varion. It looked like they were getting ready to say something when he shook his head. <br><br>"You act like I don't know. You act like Father didn't know" he said as he grinned "Why would this change?" he asked frankly. <br><br>"Because the world changes everything. I am not the prince anymore and we can't" he swallowed and mouse smiled and then continued. <br><br>"The King can'na marry another man" mouse said and then made a face "we 'lways knew that though" <br><br>Theron cleared his throat and then looked at Kaiya. "Which is why I have to ask something unorthodox and keep it just between the people in this room and no further" he was deadly serious then as he asked her flat out. "Would Andira agree to a puppet marriage for political reasons only?" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>18-09-2014, 03:48:31</strong>
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				Kaiya frowned a bit in confusion as they talked, then finally caught on after a bit.&nbsp; She didn't mind either way; to her, you found loe where you could.&nbsp; But she did see the point about kings marrying to keep the lineage going.&nbsp; At one point, she would have gladly thrown Andira under the wild horses by now.&nbsp; But now... she was of a different mind.&nbsp; <br><br>"I know she would love being queen.&nbsp; She's well-suited to court and the machinations there.&nbsp; She'd be a very good queen, I know.&nbsp; She controls the courtiers well.&nbsp; But I don't want her hurt.&nbsp; She'll get to be queen... and I know you'll bed her for heirs... but what about her romantic attachments if the two of you have each other?&nbsp; I want her happy."<br><br>Kaiya shook her head, bemused.&nbsp; "I know she'd agree to it, with things set up for something to her benefit; she'd negotiate things.&nbsp; As long as you don't mind bargaining with her, I do think she'd agree."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>18-09-2014, 22:04:46</strong>
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				Raising an eyebrow mouse watched Kaiya. Theron simply smiled and then before he could speak Varion cleared his throat. "Love" he said as he squeezed her hand "Neither of these two is exclusive to each other. As a matter of fact on several occasions there have been known to be maids or soldiers who go on" he paused then and furrowed his brow to look at the two of them "What did you call them?"<br><br>mouse wiggled the very thin eyebrows and smiled "Journeys of exploration"<br><br>Varion tucked his tongue in his cheek and nodded "Right. So they love each other and ever since they were young inseparable. Teenage years were fun and Father made clear to notify them that I was not to be made privy to what they did, but" He then lowered his voice "mouse has a problem with letting things slip" <br><br>Theron looked at mouse then and smiled "slip in and slip out" <br><br>Varion made a disapproving look at his brother and then slid an arm around Kaiya's waist. "They don't feel the same way about commitment and sex as we do. For them it is fluid and can include as many or as few as they love at any given time" He then turned to face Kaiya "Speak to Andira if you like, but they would be a public committed couple. In private though" he stopped there letting the words hang in the air. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-09-2014, 23:08:48</strong>
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				Her own brows raised as she heard that, then she chuckled as he heard about the 'journeys of exploration'.&nbsp; She rather liked the earthiness of the two, and finding out that they weren't going to block Andira from anything made the difference.&nbsp; "I can pretty much agree that she'd agree at that point.&nbsp; Were you wanting me to mention it to her, or you to?"<br><br>Then she heard Theron's comments about slipping in and out, she choked.&nbsp; She kept her face still because Varion was acting disapproving, but she didn't care.&nbsp; She was not some hothouse flower.&nbsp; Just because she was a princess didn't mean she was snooty about such things.&nbsp; Especially after the things she'd done with Varion!&nbsp; She didn't want some other woman pawing him, and she knew he felt the same about men with her... but it did raise interesting questions.&nbsp; Not separate, but... together?&nbsp; She flushed a bit at that thought.<br><br>"I will speak to her, but if she'd be garnering the attentions of two people interested in exploration and the enlightenment thereof... I dare say she'd be eager.&nbsp; At least you don't have to deal with me.&nbsp; I can be a tad... possessive," she commented, her own hand going about his waist by way of stroking his behind first.&nbsp; Her expression was innocent... her intent anything but.&nbsp; Oh, she was going to pay for this later, but what a way to pay!
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>21-09-2014, 23:46:48</strong>
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				Varion watched the whole scene and then finally smiling he shook his head. "Enough of politics and sexual compulsion" he said finally. mouse and Theron heard the tone in his voice and smiled, but then fell silent. Looking down at Kaiya he leaned down and then kissed her forehead "We have enough to worry about without hearing the adventures of these two. It could fill novels" He walked to the bed and reached out gathering up mouse in a massive bear hug dwarfing the smaller framed person. Setting mouse down Varion then reached out his hand which found his brother's. The smile had vanished form both of them as they each squeezed. <br><br>"You are him you know" Theron whispered as the brothers stared at each other "Make them proud" <br><br>Trying a smile Varion then opened his mouth to speak and Theron shook his head. The two them just released each other and Varion turned away. Reaching out for Kaiya he found her hand and then started to walk out of the room when he heard his brother loudly announce "Mathúin" <br><br>Varion looked back over his shoulder at the two of them and then saw mouse nod and then quietly add "Mathúin" <br><br>Looking down Varion swallowed and then gripping Kaiya's hand walked out shutting the door behind them and looked at her "Are we ready?" he asked softly noticing Aern walking slowly towards them <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>23-09-2014, 16:44:50</strong>
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				"We're ready, beloved," she replied softly, leaning into him for a brief moment.&nbsp; "Have I ever said how lucky I am to have you in my life?" she asked in a rhetoric fashion, squeezing his hand firmly.&nbsp; She knew he was hurting over his brother's loss, and she would definitely speak to Andira.&nbsp; Who knows, she might enjoy their political marriage as much as she did.&nbsp; Best political maneuver ever.<br><br>"So what do we need?&nbsp; Anything specific?&nbsp; Can we take mounts through this transfer point or whatever it is we're going to?"&nbsp; She would be prepared this time.&nbsp; She only hoped that the people they were dealing with didn't have any odd practices.&nbsp; Who knew what they wanted, what they'd demand that she and Varion do?&nbsp; But she was eager for the challenge, even with the war officially on.&nbsp; She liked meeting new people, she'd found.&nbsp; After all, her first one was such a success, she thought, looking at her husband.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>23-09-2014, 23:53:51</strong>
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				Less then a full day after arriving the trio again set off from the capitol. Fresh mounts and provisions to carry them as far to the north as their border would allow. From there Aern assured them that they could have her transportation across the treacherous peaks. It was nice to be able to ride at a normal pace instead of pounding along on the mounts and the ride actually helped to soothe Varion. He had spent so long being tense he needed to be able to breathe and so as the trio rode he regaled them with stories of Tannerbrook. He started with legends of times long pst, but soon found himself speaking of the people he had known as he grew up and how they had influenced him. <br><br>Only when he mentioned his father did he grow quiet and thoughtful.<br><br>They reached a small inn not long before sunset and Varion nodded that it would be a good place to stop for the night. Hot food and a bed would be welcome as he reminded them that both might be in short supply soon. A gathering of people horded around them asking questions that were not always easy to answer. The elf, the war, what was being done, and how could they help were all directed towards the trio. Trying their best to assure them that the fight would be long, but victory would come was hard, but he knew they had to do it. <br><br>He was drinking a flask of mead and staring at the fire later when he looked at Kaiya. "You have never asked" he said as he looked at her "Do you know what it means? Do you know why they call me Mathúin?" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>24-09-2014, 05:34:54</strong>
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				Kaiya was a bit relieved to be out with just her husband and the elven woman.&nbsp; She needed to be doing, and they were now.&nbsp; The princess had never been an idle woman at all, and her passion for action showed in everything she did.&nbsp; She could be incredibly still and patient, but she made up for it later on.&nbsp; Even riding was action enough for her, so she was content.&nbsp; Especially since she saw Varion relaxing some.&nbsp; The incredible tension that he'd been under was easing some, just being on the road, and she'd take that any way she could.<br><br>When they stopped at the inn, she was grateful for the chance to eat something better than trail rations, since she wasn't really looking forward to cooking.&nbsp; She helped him answer questions, being confident but honest in her beliefs and opinions.&nbsp; She wasn't going to pretend everything was rosy, but she wasn't going to announce their doom either.<br><br>As they relaxed together, he with mead and she with wine, she had the urge to simply crawl into his lap and let them hold each other.&nbsp; Being in front of them all, she decided on a bit more decorum.&nbsp; When Varion asked about the name he was called, and if she knew what it meant she shook her head.&nbsp; "I didn't ask because I figured you'd tell me when you were ready.&nbsp; You've had so much on you, I wasn't going to nag, my heart."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>29-09-2014, 17:47:25</strong>
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				He turned his gaze back to the flickering flames. His face glassed over slightly and then he sighed "My people's history is clouded with war. We were a loose association of tribes and constant war with the horde raiding meant that we were destined to be that way forever. No one could build anything and the tribes would backbite each other as much as the horde would" Taking a long swig of mead he swallowed it and then wiped his mouth. Sitting back he placed his large feet on the stone hearth to warm them. "Then came Mathúin" <br><br>"Mathúin is a title, not a name. He started with a few tribes, but the ones that resisted him he made war and subjugated them. When the horde came then instead of facing one tribe at a time they began to present a united front. The written history of our people still was years away so this is all legend from afterwards. He was the first to bear the marks" he reached over and patted the tattoo on his arm. He smiled and winked "I still remember the day I got my last stripe. The only way to get it is through royal ceremony. Quite the feast" <br><br>He returned his gaze to the fire then "Mathúin knew that warriors fall in battle. The legend states he told the people that they would never be without him though. When needed the spirit of the true warrior would return. He would find one that would be the warrior for the people" finishing off his mead he set down the mug and then sat up in the chair "And now they seem to have decided I am the one to wear that mantle" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>30-09-2014, 17:12:51</strong>
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				Kaiya listened to him quietly, brows lifting at his explanation.&nbsp; It was fascinating, hearing his people's history.&nbsp; They had written records, of course, dating back a very long time.&nbsp; She had not delved into them herself, but she was considering it now.&nbsp; She wanted to know if there were legends like that in their past.&nbsp; All she knew about was the creation of the warrior groups that she now ran ragged, as opposed to the ones the generals ran.&nbsp; That wasn't truly legend-worthy.<br><br>Forget some of the decorum.&nbsp; She rose from her spot and came to crouch in front of him, resting her hand on his thigh as she looked up at him, eyes gleaming in the firelight.&nbsp; "I would think it suits you.&nbsp; You are an incredible warrior, my love.&nbsp; Strong, decisive, bold... you work hard to make certain everyone has the best chance for survival.&nbsp; You're the best I've ever seen.&nbsp; I'm good... but not that good.&nbsp; If we stand any chance of surviving this, it's a lot due to you.&nbsp; I'm sorry if that seems like pressure, but for me, it's the truth."<br><br>She rose from her crouch to lean forward and gently kiss him, cupping his face with one hand.&nbsp; She drew back, smiling, her hand still on his face.&nbsp; "But I shall be with you, so no need to worry.&nbsp; I'll protect you and keep you safe."&nbsp; Her laugh was soft, low, throaty.&nbsp; She leaned forward to touch her forehead to his, then drew back again, leaning over him somewhat, close enough for him to touch if he so chose.&nbsp; Enough to embrace.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>30-09-2014, 19:00:52</strong>
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				Sighing Varion closed his eyes and kept his forehead pressed to hers. So much had changed in just the last week. He was married, lost his kingdom, his father, and now he was being made into a legendary warrior to try and raise his people back up. He wasn't about to shirk from any of the responsibilities laid upon him, but then again there was only one he wanted. He had been fighting his entire life and now it seemed that was not going to end anytime soon. <br><br>He pulled Kaiya down into his lap and wrapped his arms around her. Holding her there close he sighed. "There is something to be said for a small cabin near that waterfall" he told her with a grin "Someplace where you could be naked almost every moment of the day" He heard a small sound and looked over as Aern was yawning and then back to Kaiya. "Should we go to our room? Or would the lady prefer another glass of wine?" 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>03-10-2014, 22:30:56</strong>
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				She cuddled up against him happily, purring in delight.&nbsp; Literally.&nbsp; Tucking her head under his chin, she let her arms hold him sweetly.&nbsp; "When this is over, and we have won... we will take time off to be together.&nbsp; A month, two.. six.&nbsp; As long as we can imagine.&nbsp; And then, we can turn what we do over to others.&nbsp; I think we will have earned a rest."&nbsp; Her soft sigh indicated she'd love to rest from combat herself.&nbsp; She had no idea what she'd do, because, well, the thought hadn't come up.<br><br>"As for more wine... I shall pass.&nbsp; Our room sounds very good indeed."&nbsp; Since he wasn't worried about it, she kissed him sweetly, but with passion.&nbsp; She wasn't going to hide anything if he didn't want to.&nbsp; Ah, hell... she just couldn't keep her hands off him, though she wouldn't attack him in public.&nbsp; She couldn't imagine anything that would make her ravish him in public.&nbsp; Then again, she had no idea what the future held.<br><br>"If you let me slide down, we can go there," she said with a lusty expression in her eyes, though she actually tightened her arms about him, as if begging him to carry her instead.&nbsp; She did love his strength; it thrilled her so much.&nbsp; Someone who was able to protect her, as she protected so many people already.&nbsp; It felt good to give herself into his care.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>04-10-2014, 17:29:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Smirking Varion felt her contradict her words with her actions. Even as she snuggled closer to him she was asking to be let down and to go to their room. Shaking his head he growled slightly as he rose from the chair. He kept his left arm tucked under her backside so that she could sit on the large appendage. Still with her arms around his neck it made it much easier for her to be steady as he rose up and started across the room. A few heads turned as the patrons still assembled watched them, but Varion simply nodded to those assembled and headed up the large staircase. Trailing behind Aern followed them meekly, but silent. <br><br>This was one of the few places he wouldn't worry about sleeping or the horde. They were deep enough in the kingdom and on the opposite side from Tannerbrook. It would be surprising if any of them had driven this far and since the town itself was relaxed with a calm atmosphere his thoughts were justified. When they reached their room Varion used his free hand to open the door. Nodding to the room next to them Aern looked disappointed, but simply opened the door and slipped inside. <br><br>There was already a fire in the small stone hearth and Varion was glad for it. He was a little surprised how the air was having a chill for this time of year. Perhaps the wind sleeping down off the north mountains was chilling the air prematurely, but weather was the least of his concerns in life. Making his way to the large bed Varion finally bent down and eased her onto the mattress. Looking at her then he raised an eyebrow. "I would like to get undressed your highness" he whispered to her "and I need you to release me in order to do so" <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>09-10-2014, 04:14:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Spoilsport," she scoffed, but released him as she lay back, sprawling.&nbsp; She'd enjoyed the ride up to their room, grinning madly when he carried her and Aern followed along behind meekly.&nbsp; There was nothing she liked better than having him take charge.&nbsp; So now she watched, regarding him as her arms fell above her head in a loose halo.<br><br>"Though then again... maybe that's the best thing.&nbsp; I do love seeing you shirtless.&nbsp; All that bronzed skin, so sleek over those incredible muscles.&nbsp; That tattooing decorating you... I just want to trace it with my fingers, then my lips, then my tongue.&nbsp; There are plenty of other things that I'd love to trace with hands, lips, tongues... just for my pleasure.&nbsp; Of course, it might make you happy," she added, her lids lowering halfway, licking her lips hungrily.&nbsp; She shifted slowly on the bed, a sensuous motion.&nbsp; Something that would be very enticing indeed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>09-10-2014, 04:22:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Watching her move he cocked his head slightly and then a smile played out across he features. "Princess" he said to her with a hint of disappointment in his voice so she would know he was teasing. "What would your people think to see you writhing and grinding around so obviously wanton for me?"<br><br>Without waiting for an answer he reached for the straps to his armor and undid them. The large leather chestpiece coming off first and carefully set to the side. Stretching then he reached up for one of the large beams in the ceiling and grasped it. This caused his arms to tense and flex as his chest tightened as well. The moon and firelight danced off the blue markings across his chest and shoulder. When he turned his head the metallic look to the claw marks made them shimmer. <br><br>Letting go with his hands he undid the leather straps on his leggings and soon they joined the chest. His boots kicked off at the foot of the bed he picked up his ax and lay it down by the foot of the bed in case he needed it. Now standing there naked he walked to the edge of the bed and looked down at her. "I also suspect that you are not just all talk and that perhaps we should see if you want to put those words into action" <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>09-10-2014, 04:53:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She purred with pleasure as he did his stripping, posing for her to admire him.&nbsp; She gave a soft moan when she saw his body, completely naked, and apparently happy enough to see her.&nbsp; She came up on the bed, then crawled over to him.&nbsp; She knelt upwards, and her fingers began to lightly trace the markings, slow and sweet.&nbsp; When her mouth followed, she hummed in pleasure, letting her kisses brush lightly over his skin.<br><br>Kaiya then let her hands drift lower on his body while her tongue traced the design on his skin, the tip flicking against the golden skin in front of her.&nbsp; Her hands dropped below his waist, stroking him and cupping his balls, as she let her tongue lap at his nipples.&nbsp; She then sucked lightly on them.&nbsp; Her goal; to drive him crazy with lust so he'd take charge... incredible charge.&nbsp; In order to keep with that plan, she slid down his body to take a lick at his cock, just the bare tip of her tongue stroking him.&nbsp; Tiny little flicks of her tongue scattered all over him, as well as butterfly kisses.&nbsp; Oh, she was going to pay for this, she had no doubt.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>10-10-2014, 16:34:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion had watched her movements towards him knowing from the look in her eyes what he was going to be in store for. She had this way about her that told him what she was going to do. First it would be to light the fire, then to stroke it to make it hatter, then she would try to cool it and see what reaction she would get. She was just trying to provoke his reaction to her light caresses and teases and Varion was certain his bride was not in the mood just to have him be an idle participant. <br><br>His large hand reached down and threaded his fingers in her thick hair. When she stuck her tongue out he gripped her head hard in his hand and leaned it back. Forcing her to look up at him he reached down with his other hand and then touched her jaw with his thumb. He pushed on it until her mouth was open nice and wide and then he nodded. "Better" he told her and then he moved her head back down to line up with his cock. He held her head in place then and slid his hips forward until his head popped in her mouth. <br><br>"Now move your tongue" he growled. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>18-10-2014, 01:18:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya was surprised he'd gone so aggressive, since she'd been thinking he'd last longer until he snapped.&nbsp; But apparently he wasn't into the whole waiting thing at the moment.&nbsp; When the head of his cock slid into her mouth, she kept her eyes locked on his and flicked her tongue lightly as possible, the mischief in her eyes indicating her desire to play, and the love in her eyes burning for him.<br><br>She gave those tiny little licks a few times, five at the most, then she curled her tongue around him and slid her head further down, taking him slowly into the depths of her mouth, her tongue stroking him on the way.&nbsp; She pulled back slowly, ignoring his hand hard in her hair, and just reveling in the passion they were exploring.&nbsp; Her hands moved to stroke both the base of his cock and to play with his balls; she couldn't help but touch him.&nbsp; She'd never considered comparing another man to him, since for her there was no real comparison, but no other an had that wonderful feel of hot skin over well-formed muscles.&nbsp; The play of muscle under skin fascinated her constantly, making her crave him like a drug.&nbsp; Her personal addiction.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>19-10-2014, 22:56:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He had felt her fight off the hand in her hair and at that moment Varion didn't care. Her silky mouth was heaven to him and he closed his eyes and let out a long slow groan of pleasure. He let her work him over just standing and flexing his free hand while the other kept a soft hold on her head. Eyes open he was looking down watching every second of what was happening. The sight of her lips wrapped around him and the look of satisfaction on her face made it even better. <br><br>Where had this creature come from inside him? He had never imagined when he grew up that he was going to become something like this. Now here he was and looking into the eyes of the woman he loved, but there was more he wanted to do. He wanted to grab her head and use her mouth while telling her she was owned by him, belonged to him, and then mark her so that anyone who ever looked at her saw it. The other side of him wanted to tell her that he would do anything for her. <br><br>Both sides stopped arguing when he felt her tongue flick the underside of his cock again and his knees felt slightly weak. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-10-2014, 17:06:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She didn't want to push him too hard; after all, if both of them let loose the sounds they were used to making, they'd likely scare everyone away.&nbsp; Unless... the challenge was to be a quiet as possible, even in the throes or orgasm.&nbsp; Oh, now there was an interesting thought.&nbsp; She dd so love a challenge.&nbsp; She couldn't think of a forfeit yet, though her thoughts were racing over options.<br><br>She pulled way from him suddenly.&nbsp; Still looking up at him, she whispered, "Shall we see who can be the most quiet?&nbsp; Loser does everything the winner wants for a full day."&nbsp; She had the feeling he'd like that kind of option.&nbsp; They'd get so much fun and delight tormenting each other for this!&nbsp; Oh, the women should envy her indeed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>21-10-2014, 00:22:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Smirking he looked at her after her suggestion and then licked his lips. "You are on princess" he told her frankly "And without knowing it we have the perfect judge sitting on the other side of the wall." He knew that Aern would be pinned to the wall her ear listening to every move and sound probably with her hand buried in her cunt rubbing furiously. <br><br>He stared at her for a long moment and then he folded his arms across his massive chest. "The clothes need to come off then" he curled the corner of his mouth in a smile and raised his eyebrow watching her "And who gets to go first then?" 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>03-11-2014, 04:26:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya gazed at him, then smiled.&nbsp; "I can strip first.&nbsp; But you might need to hold on to something, my heart.&nbsp; This will be... fun."<br><br>She turned and bent over to undo the boots, unlacing them slowly so that he had a good view of her rear, all stuck out and inviting, though still covered with her pants.&nbsp; One, then both boots were slowly removed, and she turned to face him, stockings on under to cushion her feet.&nbsp; Those were removed with great deliberation, leaving her fully clothed and with bare feet.&nbsp; She then, staring into his eye, started to undo the weapons vest she wore, tossing it off to the side after the garment had been shimmied off in a teasing way.&nbsp; <br><br>Licking her lips, she then undid her belt, slowly drawing it around her body as an enticement.&nbsp; Then she ran her hands down her thighs, then drawing them up her inner thighs, highlighting the area between her legs.&nbsp; Her hands kept going upwards so that they caressed the sides of her breasts, then trailed over her shoulders and sliding under her hair, lifting it and letting it fall in a cascade down her back.&nbsp; Her hands then went back to her waist... and she slid her hands to where her pants fastened.&nbsp; She undid them with a lazy manner, then started to remove them in an achingly slow motion, letting him see every inch as it was bared to his view.<br><br>Her tunic was the only thing left that hadn't been removed, and she half closed her eyes, licking her lips as her hands again repeated that slow, sensual glide down her thighs, up and catching the hem with her hands.&nbsp; It slowly crawled upwards a bit at a time, revealing her to him very slowly.&nbsp; When the tunic reached her breasts, she tightened it to her body some, making her breasts lift then fall enticingly as the shirt was dragged over them, the nipples standing at attention and begging for Varion's touch, whether hand or mouth.&nbsp; Then her face as eclipsed as thee tunic made it completely off her, and she slid the fabric around, stroking herself with it, with the scent of her arousal getting stronger.&nbsp; She was the feline in nature, and she was playing with her meal.&nbsp; Soon enough, the tunic was tossed aside, and she smiled slow and seductive, with no little bit of lust in it.&nbsp; "Your turn, my love."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>03-11-2014, 16:10:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion had to bite his lower lip in order to stay silent. He wanted to growl and more then once his hands clenched as he wanted to reach out to grab her. Still self control was always a big thing with him and so he just watched with his cock hard and throbbing in front of him. She was a beauty and now she was working every curve of her body to try and tease him. A show like this was worth waiting a lifetime for and Varion smiled inwardly at the thought he could ask for it again and again. <br><br>When she finished and told him it was his turn he stepped up to her. Leaning in like he was going to kiss her he instead found her neck and bit softly at the base. He was near her collar bone and tugged gently on the skin with his teeth. Then with her still standing he spun her around in front of him and bent her at the waist. He angled himself down towards her and ran his cock between her legs. Then he made a growl again and had to focus on the contest. <br><br>Pushing her forward until she was kneeling on the bed he moved behind her and grabbed the cheeks of her ass with each hand kneading her soft flesh there for a moment before he crouched down. His eyes now level with her sex he leaned in and extended his tongue starting to lick with wide slow strokes up and down the lips of her cunt. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>05-11-2014, 17:18:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				When he stepped up to her, her breath came faster, her eyes smokier, and her lips parted softly.&nbsp; As she readied for his kiss, she gasped softly as his mouth landed on her neck and he bit gently there.&nbsp; Her hands lightly touched his arms as she sighed quietly as he tugged gently at her skin.&nbsp; And when she was spun about and bent over, her breath came faster.&nbsp; She groaned very lightly when he slid his cock between her legs, and teased her horribly.<br><br>She held her breath for a moment, then he pushed her forward so that she&nbsp; knelt on the bed.&nbsp; She trembled lightly, not sure of what was coming.&nbsp; His hands on her ass felt good, but that wasn't what worried her.&nbsp; She tended to get vocal when he let his mouth go... ah, damn!&nbsp; She closed her eyes and bit her lip as his tongue lapped at her slowly, and her hands fisted in the bedcovers.&nbsp; A long, slow breath was loosed from her as she tried to ride the sensations without getting vocal about i.&nbsp; At this rate, they might both come shouting, and everything came to be a draw.&nbsp; That was the best option at this point.&nbsp; God, she had better call on every atom of strength to keep herself from creaming.&nbsp; Muffled whimpers were still quiet, though, so she indulged in a couple of those as he hit certain areas with that agile tongue of his.&nbsp; Just wait til she got her mouth on his cock.&nbsp; They'd see who screamed then, she vowed. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>05-11-2014, 21:21:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				After a long slow lick that started at her clit and ended with his tongue sliding between the cheeks of her ass he chuckled. Raising up his hand he smack her right ass cheek and then lay his hand flat against it and rubbed while squeezing. "Whats wrong princess?" he asked her and then smacked her other ass cheek squeezing to make the heat grow. <br><br>His mouth then returned to work on her slit for a few more long licks before he slid his hand down to cunt. Two thick fingers started to rub inside her slit. He worked them back and forth along her clit until her juices coated his digits. Then he pushed them up and inside of her body. Twisting his hand he rubbed along her tight inner walls and then growled. "You have something you want to say or scream?" he asked her as his fingers started to pump harder in her and his knuckles rubbed along her little nub. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>06-11-2014, 17:17:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				With the long lick, then the swats, she was whimpering a bit, but still was holding her tongue.&nbsp; It was sadly much harder as his fingers started stroking her though.&nbsp; "I could say a few things about it, but it doesn't seem the right time," she whispered, not specifically because of the effort to keep quiet, but because he was taking her breath away.&nbsp; Her body undulated as he stroked inside, letting loose a little keen of need.<br><br>God, what only his touch did to her!&nbsp; The intensity of feeling was stoking her fires, and she was ready, willing, and waiting for more.&nbsp; Very ready indeed.&nbsp; She wanted to curl around and take him deep into her mouth, make him groan and growl with hunger and need.&nbsp; Torment his nipples, put her mouth everywhere, after her fingers had stroked his taut skin.&nbsp; For them both to be lot in rapture.&nbsp; And without the elf watching this time.&nbsp; This was for them, after all.&nbsp; And she wanted to win very badly indeed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>10-11-2014, 01:58:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Smirking Varion waited for her response and then when she spoke he pulled his fingers out of her. He was panting and his nostrils flared, but not even a growl this time. He wanted to win. The thought of her subservient to him for a day was the sort of thing that made him feel weak. He didn't want her with a slave collar on following him meekly, but her performing every act he could think of with relish made his skin prickle with excitement. <br><br>He was going to win. <br><br>He gripped her hips now and slid behind her. Gripping his cock in his hand he took the thick shaft and smacked it against her clit a few times to see if that would produce a squeak. Then pulling back he raised the head up between the lips of her cunt. Since his fingers had already warmed her up he gripped her hips and with one long thrust he buried himself to the hilt inside her tight pussy. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>16-11-2014, 16:47:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She almost groaned when he withdrew, then he was sliding behind her, and she tensed for a brief moment, knowing what was about to happen, and trying to prevent herself from giving voice.&nbsp; When he slapped her clit with his cock, she felt her law drop as she panted hard, refusing to cry out.&nbsp; Then he hilted himself deep, and she bit her lip hard to keep the deep groan or the wild cry of delight from bursting forth.&nbsp; She was determined to win this little game, and have him at her beck and call.&nbsp; Not that he wouldn't enjoy it; but damn did that sound fun.&nbsp; It was really a win-win for them, but still...<br><br>Her head was tossed back as she held her voice back, but her eyes were glazed with need, and her hands fisted tightly on the nearest object for her to hold on for a very wild ride.&nbsp; She had no doubt that his competitive nature was going to drive them both... and she was greatly looking forward to whatever was to come.&nbsp; As long as she was able to come, and often.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>17-11-2014, 23:31:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Varion wasted no time in building up a steady rhythm of fucking his bride. It wasn't brutal or harsh as past times had been, but just a steady taking. Her body would shake slightly each time he felt his hips hit hers and that alone almost had him growling. Instead he closed his eyes and focused trying to block himself from the making noise. With his eyes closed it was if he could feel even more the tight folds of her cunt gripping his shaft and dancing along the ridge of his thick head. Opening his eyes he let out a sound of heavy breathing twinged with a groan.<br><br>Suddenly he pulled back leaving her body empty and his cock glistening with her juices. He knew she would press the advantage though if he showed weakness. So his thick hands now gripped her still upturned ass. Kneeling down he spread her cheeks and then ran his tongue from her slit up to the dark tight circle of her ass.<br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>19-11-2014, 05:29:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya was loving everything he was doing to her.&nbsp; For her.&nbsp; For them.&nbsp; The gods knew if he ever got tired of it or her, she'd kill him slowly.&nbsp; Not that she expected the fire to burn out.&nbsp; They had to learn to sometimes let it simmer a bit, stoke things hotter by abstaining.&nbsp; Now there would be a challenge!&nbsp; She was trying to work on that aspect when he pulled out of her.&nbsp; She almost cried out but stifled i suddenly, biting her lip.<br><br>She about went onto the bed over the edge of it with his next move.&nbsp; She nearly screamed, but couldn't really find the voice to as his tongue made a lap between her cunt and her ass.&nbsp; Her jaw fell, and she tried twisting away from him, not from disgust, but from the intense sensation.&nbsp; No one had ever touched her there!&nbsp; In this, she was completely virgin.&nbsp; And it was so intense a feeling, she was about to crawl the walls, gasping for air.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>20-11-2014, 02:14:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Smiling Varion opened his mouth and let his teeth sink into one of her soft ass cheeks. He didn't bite hard, but he made sure she could feel it. "Careful princess" he whispered as he let his mouth go "you almost lost the bet" <br><br>His hands stayed on her creamy skin to keep her spread open in front of him as he leaned in again This time circling her backdoor with his tongue and wetting it. Laying it down flat he let his tongue slide up and down over the tight hole a few times and then he moved his face down lower again. Sucking the lips of her cunt in his mouth his hand that was on her right cheek moved over now and let his finger circle the tight opening of her ass. <br><br>It wasn't until his mouth started to suck on the hard nub of her clit that his finger started to press against her tight opening. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>20-11-2014, 17:17:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Kaiya groaned as he bit her lightly, feeling a sharp sting of pain/pleasure course through her.&nbsp; She held back the deep groan that wanted to escape her as he began laving her ass, making her squirm.&nbsp; She lowered her head so that she could contain the needy groans that wanted to break forth.&nbsp; He was very very skilled, even if he was coming to it new.&nbsp; She'd never felt anything like this before.<br><br>Then his mouth was on her cunt, and she felt a huge jolt through her, making her wetter still.&nbsp; She felt him probing at her ass, and didn't really notice much of anything past that and his mouth.&nbsp; But when he sucked in her clit and pushed a finger slowly, steadily, against her asshole, she jolted hard, breath rushing out of her on a quick, painful exhale.&nbsp; "Gods..." she breathed, barely whispering.&nbsp; She couldn't decide if it was pleasure or pain.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Kertaro</strong> on <strong>22-11-2014, 18:29:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				If he was being honest that whispered sound of her exclamation was the most exciting thing. He enjoyed the sounds hew as able to make his bride make and now that she was being silent he found it frustrating. His cock throbbed with need between his own legs and was hard enough it ached, but he was going to do whatever it took to make her cry out and scream in pleasure. The bet was now the farthest thing from his mind and instead he just wanted her quivering at his touch. <br><br>He sucked her clit in and out past his lips as his finger worked gently in her ass. She tasted good enough that he growled hard enough that the vibration went from his lips into her body. Then his mouth came off her, but his finger stayed in her tight back passage. Then standing back up he hooked his finger enough to keep it inside her as he aimed his cock back at her pussy. Easing forward he pushed the heated member into her cunt while his finger was still in her tight hole. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Royal Currency {Kertaro &amp; LadyFox}</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>LadyFox</strong> on <strong>26-11-2014, 17:07:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				As he sucked on her clit, she panted through a wide open mouth, making little mewling sounds.&nbsp; When he growled, her knees buckled, and she only managed to stay standing somewhat because she was bent over the foot of the bed.&nbsp; As he worked her ass with that finger, she kept whimpering, practically begging with her body alone to be taken, to ease both their needs.<br><br>Then he moved so that he could keep fucking her ass with her finger, and she felt him ease into her cunt, and she let loose a soft wailing sound.&nbsp; The twin feeling of a double penetration, even if it was just a finger, had her gabbling a bit with need.&nbsp; She was chanting his name, interspersed with pleas to the gods, in reaction.&nbsp; She was so primed it didn't take long for her first climax to slam into her, making her clamp down on his cock and his finger tightly.&nbsp; But because of her position, literally, she couldn't escape, couldn't get away from the intense sensations, and was pretty much forced to endure the intensity.&nbsp; Not that she wanted to escape, she just wanted a breather.&nbsp; Besides, after he was done for making her scream.. it was her turn to work on him.
			</dd>
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