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Rain. Rain soaked London to the bone. The storm from earlier that week was just the beginning of deluge that sought to drown the city beneath it. Those who have shelter hide inside while those who don’t make do with what they have.

It was one of the few dry moments they’ve had all week when Malemi had fallen asleep behind a butcher’s yard. He was sound asleep, growling under his breath at unseen foes. His fur were still wet with the blood of his victim and the remains were discarded close by...

( I was so pumped from my second rp that I decided to follow it up immediately! This also acts as an official intro post for My new character Malemi!

Previous rp can be found here! ==> https://disqus.com/home/dis... )

A Dire Night Rp · The Role-playing Scientists · Disqus

The night had only just begun and a knock echoes across the Society's halls. It's half past nine and Jekyll has already left for the comfort of his own home. The weather has taken a sudden turn for the worse and a storm seems to heading over London tonight. Something seems off... Then another knock on the front door. The few residents that are still awake investigate. Who would come by at this hour? ( Alright! Utterson enters the arena again! I finally have the time to start another rp with Utterson, and I'm introducing another character too! Suffice to say, I'm excited! )

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Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago • edited

Jonathan Cheshire had been under the rain for quite some time. Having left his home, his wife, practically everything, Cheshire had been looking for a place to stay. He had thought of the Society of Arcane Sciences, the very place he had broken into not two days before, but decided against it. If Griffin knew that an invisible man was at the Society, he'd be livid. Best to let things settle for now.

Cheshire had managed to settle a lodging agreement with a landlady not far from the Society. To make sure that she wouldn't scream at his unusual appearance, Cheshire had donned himself completely in clothing. A thick scarf covered the bottom of his face, a bundle of fake hair covered the top of his head (held down by a small-wearing hat) and a pair of large circular tinted glasses. He had thought of perhaps applying makeup, but with this rain, it was unlikely to be that successful.

The elderly landlady, a widower called Hettie Cogg, had initially been suspicious of him. A completely covered gentleman, with a vast sum of money on him and an insistence to be left alone? Anyone would be suspicious. But now, she was more curious. Not because of Cheshire's growing isolation, but because of what the butcher next door was rambling on about.

The butcher had seen a devastating sight behind his yard. The remains of a person, if one could even conceive that it was a person, were spread along the brick walls. Organs, flesh, brains, the whole lot. It was as if a person had been separated from chin to toe, ground up, and then spread like a distasteful diorama of blood and parts. But what was most devastating of all, was that there was a large furry beast that was sleeping nearby. After the butcher had told (or rather screamed) Miss. Cogg of what he had seen, he promptly fainted.

Cheshire had been dismissive of her when Miss. Cogg had told him of the tale. Jack the Ripper had been gone for years, and the closest murder that had been recorded was over 20 miles away. Despite this, Cheshire could tell that Miss. Cogg thought he might have something to do with it. So, determined to get the better of her, Cheshire went out to the scene.

Indeed, it was a horrific sight. Cheshire had seen a few dead bodies in his time. He robbed a few houses that had dead people inside of them, for what reasons he dared not to imagine. But with this body, it was as if a lion or a tiger had ripped them to shreds. He nearly gagged.

And when looking at the large monster in question, Cheshire thought that it would be prudent to see what this beast was. And with that, he kicked it hard.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago • edited

Malemi shot awake, eyes wide alert. He grabbed whoever it was by their torso and slammed them against the ground. He hissed wildly at his attacker, teeth bared in defense. His mind was still in the dream, massive figures looming tall above him with hands outstretched. One such figure had kicked him with a worn boot. It rose its foot to kick again, but he had took hold of it before it struck.

His back arched in the air, his hands squeezing the form.

" NO YOU WON'T. YOU WILL NOT HAVE ME. "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire had been having a hard time. Finding a suitable lodge to call a home, abandoning his wife and leaving his home; to say the least. But with; well, whatever this was, Cheshire knew that it was going to get a lot harder. But all he could really do was whimper.

"Please don't hurt me! Or kill me! Like you did with... with... that!" was all he could managed to say through his muffled scarf.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Words tried to form but all that came out were outraged snarls. He raised one hand, claws glinting in the light. His eyes were still in that foggy state of mind.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire, suddenly remembering he had his knife with him, reached into his holster, yanking out a small but very sharp knife. Without a second to lose, Cheshire thrust it directly into the monster's "chest".

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi entered wakefulness and looked down at Cheshire. It took him a moment to take in the situation. Then it dawned on him what had happened and swiftly put his hand around Cheshire's neck. He spoke through clenched teeth, blood oozing down the knife.

" What do you THINK you're doing here, MAN? "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire was amazed that the beast had a voice. He yanked the knife out of it's body, and then stabbed it again.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

A second pair of arms took the knife by the blade and threw it to the side. He hoisted Cheshire into the air.

" I won't ask again. "

He threw him to the ground and started stalking towards him. His eyes grew deathly cool.

" What do you think your DOING here? "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire couldn't speak. The wind was knocked out of him when he hit the ground, gasping for air as if there were none. He wanted to shout a bellowing and above all loud call for help, but he couldn't muster the strength. His body was bruised. What he failed to notice was that his hat, fake wig, scarf and glasses had fallen off. Cheshire's secret was revealed.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago • edited

Malemi came to his side and stood over him, curiosity entering his eyes.

" Well well well... "

He placed a hand over his abdomen letting his claws catch the fabric fibers. He looked from the clothes to Cheshire and smiled cruelly. He looked into Cheshire's eyes, seeing the fear blooming within.

" My my, what a situation you've gotten yourself into. I can help with that if you let me... "

He brought his face closer.

" I have the power to make the world bend to its knees. Making you visible would be no sweat for a beast like me. Speak your name, Boy, and I may be gracious to you... "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

After a few moments, Cheshire finally managed to grasp a few reviving gulps of cold air.

"Jonathan Cheshire." he wheezed.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

" Jonathan Cheshire... "

He backed up and offered a hand.

" I am MALEMI. As you can see, I am no ordinary beast. "

He looked at the remains of his last victim.

" And as you've also seen, I am not to be taken lightly. "

He turned at the remains of his last victim. Feeling the energy in the air gather, he chuckled to himself and sat down nearby. He let an amicably tone enter his voice.

" I want to know how you grew to be unseen. Now, you're free to keep that to yourself, but know that i cannot help if you don't tell me. Honesty is a virtue, is it not? "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire took the beast's hand, and found himself strongly lifted upward to his feet. He had so many questions. Malemi? Victim? Beast? But if he were to not become this Malemi's second presumed victim, Cheshire should answer the monster's questions.

"I am thief. I heard of someone who could turn himself invisible, and decided that it would be a boost for my line of work. So, tracking to where this bloke was, I stole a formula, took it, but found that it was a permanent version. So... I'm stuck like this. Happy?"

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

" Oh yes, absolutely. Now let's see. "

A purr rumbled through Malemi. Today's was a fruitful day. he tapped his fingers thoughtfully, pretending to think. He took a sidelong glance at the thief. What an ugly man. He was ugly like all of them, with no consideration for his fellow brothers.

Well, there was one who...No no, no distractions.

He smiled, his teeth showing.

"I will help you, little thief, but there is something I must ask first. "

he motioned him forward and whispered.

" Are you willing to do as I say? Are you willing to come when I call, to serve when I ask? My services are not for charity. "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire stepped forward, but not to approach. His fists were clenched.

"Why the f*ck would you think that I would want your services?!" Cheshire shouted in protest. "I have no idea who you are, what you are, what you've done or what you'll do! So what if you have "the power" to make me visible again?!"

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

" I don't think you've got much of a choice here, Boy "

Malemi's facade morphed into smoldering anger.

" I am like the wind, I do as I please. The fact that I even considered helping you is a blessing itself. My gift is a great and mighty power that none can contain. I see potential in you, so DON'T WEAR MY PATIENT THIN. "

He grabbed him and pulled him close.

" Because bottom line, I'm the only one that can see you right now, and I can make that change right here, right now. I know of your wife and child Cheshire...I know you miss them dearly and i can get that for you and more. "

Voices came from around the corner, steadily approaching. Malemi couldn't help but smile cruelly. His claws sunk into the fabric, searching for skin.

" Well Cheshire, what will it be? "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire paused, gritting his teeth together in silent anger. He wanted nothing to do with this monster.

"What do you want from me?" asked Cheshire.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

" I want to help, so long as you help me. "

He dropped him to the ground.

" Think about it, I will find you tonight for your decision. "

He slipped off into the alleyway as the others turned the corner. He threw Cheshire one last glance before vanishing from sight.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire collapsed on the paving, scratching his invisible head. He had to assess his situation. Some sort of demon monster had just killed a person, now said monster wants to help him? Ludicrous!

Picking up his things and subsequently putting them on, Cheshire went back inside to find Miss Cogg raising hell.

"D- d- did you see it, Mr. Smith?" she asked Cheshire, calling him by his alias.

"See what?" he asked back.

"The ghost! The demon! Did you see it?" she frantically asked back, raising her cane above her head madly.

"No, I didn't. I suggest you have a nice cup of Earl Grey and sit down for a bit."

Cheshire went up to his room, and collapsed in his bed, having a moment to ponder what to do.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi let out a sigh as tension left his body. For some reason, it was harder for him to coax people into submission. Since his encounter with Weir, he's been more hesitant than he used to be. It made his head hurt and distracted him in vital moments.

He clawed his head in frustration. He was losing his touch and he had to get it back. He knelt down and began to eat part of the torn apart carcass. He'd feel better at nightfall hopefully.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

After a few hours, Cheshire realised that, of course, the monster was right. He missed them. He missed Anna and he missed Matthew. He had just sent them a letter telling them he'd been gone for a while, no explanation and no way of them contacting him. He'd given them nearly all he had, and left himself with just enough to live.

What're you doing Cheshire? He asked himself.

I don't know. What can I do?

You could take up his offer.

Yeah, I can. But what will he demand of me?

Only one way to find out, Cheshire.

"Fine." Cheshire thought aloud.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

The moon lit the sky with its ghostly light as Malemi made his way Cheshire's window. He mentally steeled himself, taking in a deep breath. He can do this. He can do this. This won't end up like earlier.

He will get a host.

He knocked on the window, letting his presence be known. He morphed his eyes into six for intimidation.

He spoke with a deliberate tone.

" Cheshire, I'm here for your decision... "

( Alright, so I'm heading to my grandma's today so I don't know when I'll be back. Just giving you a heads up if I don't get back before dark! Have a good day and I hope to be back soon! )

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

((That's fine, I'm about to kip anyway.))

Cheshire rolled his invisible eyes. Sh*t. Rapping the bed in anger, he went up to the window. Cheshire had abandoned his facial facades.

Throwing the curtains wide, Cheshire saw the monster before him, floating in the air as if there were no such thing as weight nor gravity. He didn't open the window.

"If I do accept, what would you desire of me?"

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi smiled nonchalantly.

" I would desire for you to be my host. All it would take is a mark and the deal is done. "

Tapping a claw on the window, he blinked his eyes slowly.

" I see that you're willing. That's good. Not many get this chance... "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Your host? What do you mean?"

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

" What I mean is that you will let me lay my influence on you. Put simply, you'd be sharing your space with me. "

He cocked his head playfully.

" You'd be the only one to know I were there. I would be doing nothing but providing my power and making you seen. "

He growled quietly.

" But my power is not infinite. That's were you come in. You will help provide me with power by stealing, Little Thief, and the odd job here and there. "

He stretched his back out and yawned for effect.

" I haven't got all night. What is your answer Cheshire...? "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire paused. A good long pause at that. Perhaps Malemi would be even more annoyed.

So, I'd be sharing a body?

Yes.

I'd be able to be seen again.

Yes.

I'd be with my family again.

Yes.

Everything would go back to normal.

Yes.

Without even thinking, Cheshire opened the window, reaching for his knife.

"Nah."

And with that, Cheshire threw the knife directly into Malemi's third eye.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi reeled back and screeched at Cheshire. He snarled as he bared his teeth with pure hatred.

" BOY. "

Swooping into the room, he let smoke fill the room and kill any light that was there. He came behind Cheshire and threw him to the ground. He slashed at his back cutting the fabric and reaching the skin. He hissed his last words.

" Did you think you had a choice? "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire screamed for help, but didn't need any. Because he saw Miss. Cogg at the door. Holding a large rifle in her hands, she was pointing it directly at Malemi's head.

"Let him go!" she shrieked, cocking the gun loudly.

Cheshire, for once, was pleased to see her.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago • edited

The only thing that came from Malemi was a thunderous snarl as he launched himself at the woman. He took her by the hair and threw her to the side. The rifle hit the ground, firing right into Malemi's torso. He roared in pain as he fell back, glaring right at Cheshire.

" YOU HAVE HELL TO PAY. "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire screamed in pain, looking at the frightful Miss. Cogg, who reached for the rifle. Before Malemi could react, she pulled the trigger directly at his head. She pulled the trigger.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago • edited

( Do you want me to edit my reply? Let me know if there is a particular direction you're trying to go in. )

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

((The direction's fine. Just to clarify: don't want Cheshire to be a host.))

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

( Ah Ok! Hold on while I edit! )

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

( Ok! I did my edit! )

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

((It's your turn, if I'm reminding.))

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

The world vanished into darkness as Malemi felt blood dribble from the back his head. the only light he could see was the moonlight outside. He slithered out the window and fell to the ground. He snarled with undying fury, clutching his head.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire quickly got up, looking down out of the window at Malemi writhing on the ground. Taking Miss. Cogg's free hand, Cheshire gathered his things and burst through the door and ran downstairs. Cheshire was quite surprised at Miss. Cogg's lack of questions, especially at the revelation that one of her lodgers had an invisible head.

"You go, Mr. Smith." Miss. Cogg told him as he went to the front door. "I'll try and kill whatever it is."

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi gathered what energy he could to tend to his wound. Smoke rose from his palm as he held the back of his head, cursing Cheshire with each breath. He will hunt that man down, that was a promise.

He melded into the shadows, hiding from sight as he formulated a plan.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire put on his scarf, wig, glasses and hat; and burst through the front door into the street. He hailed a cab, and left the scene without a breath to waste.

Miss. Cogg, on the other hand, raised her rifle as she went through the back. The monster would die tonight, she promised herself. Going through the back door and into the yard, she found that the monster was gone, leaving an ash-like trail of blood.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi watched the woman as she stepped wearily into the alleyway. He felt a hunger develop within him, something within him that made him grow wild.

It was the hunt. And he sought blood.

he moved from shadow to shadow, circling Miss. Cogg with growing intensity. He let out an roar, letting it echo out as slipped behind her and took hold of the rifle, forcing its aim downwards.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Miss. Cogg, frail and infirm, screamed at the top of her lungs, loud enough so that the whole backs of houses could hear her.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Swiftly, he bit down on her throat, making her go silent. He breathed heavily as he took her arms and twisted them until they broke. Holding her down, he stayed where he was until he felt her go limp.

Letting go, he cut open her stomach and began to feast on the flesh at hand.

Once he was finished, he tasted the air looking for Cheshire's scent and followed it.

( Is this too much detail or no? I don't know if you're squeamish or not, so let me know if its upsetting. )

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

((It's fine, she's pretty much a disposable character.))

Cheshire laid back in the carriage, hoping that his troubles may be over. Well, of course they weren't. He'd need another place to stay, and to somehow avoid a terrible demon that has conspired to murder. He had no idea where to go, what to do or how to do it.

Oh, oh of course.

Cheshire had to go to the Society.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago • edited

Malemi followed the scent with great speed, wind following close behind. He jumped from shadow to shadow in his pursuit of Cheshire. His mind was spinning as hunger drove him on.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire, thinking of something very clever and perhaps will give him more time, quickly took off everything he had. Gripping his bags but not his clothes which he left in the carriage, Cheshire leapt off the carriage and darted across the street into an alleyway.

He must have my scent. The carriage will distract him.

Burying his belongings safely in a pile of crates, Cheshire opened a door into a kitchen restaurant. No smell of Cheshire here.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi spotted the carriage in the distance. With fervor, he launched from where he was and landed on its roof. Slipping into the open door, he tore apart the clothes, his claws cutting into the seat cushions.

Finally realizing he'd been duped, he tore through the carriage's back and continued his mad search. The hunger began to twist his insides, making his movement painful. It wanted more, it NEEDED more.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire, dodging past Oriental cooks and uptight waiters, ducked into one of the pantries, and stayed there. At least half an hour would do to evade him.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago • edited

He panted heavily, trying not to collapse from pain. He had just taken anothers life, and just finished eating this one's organs. But it did not satisfy the hunger within him. The Hunt still pushed him on, it still wanted more.

He paced around the area, teeth grinding with need. Finding his scent once again, he chased the trail, leaving a bloody trail as he went. He reached the restaurant but curled back hissing. The scent was overcome with the strong scents of the kitchen, its staff, and so much more.

Backing away, he felt the hunt begin to fade.

His hunger vanished and he clutched his head groaning. Damn Cheshire! Oh what he'll do to him if he were here!

Hiding away behind so boxes, he waited for his headache to leave before pursuing any further.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire took some of the various foods on the shelves and began preparing a meal. He imagined that he would've asked Miss. Cogg for a direction to the local delicatessen. Cheshire wondered what had become of Miss. Cogg. Hopefully nothing bad.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi looked past the boxes, watching the staff move about the kitchen. His headache hadn't gone away, but it had lessened. he slithered along the wall, and hid behind the door. There was no way for him to seek in with the lights as prevalent as they were.

Looking inside, he saw one of the stoves cooking a large wok filled with various ingredients. Using his influence, he made the fire spawn dark, billowing smoke, send the staff in a panic.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire was startled by the screams of the staff, and went to the pantry door, opening it a crack.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi slid past the distracted staff and entered the building. Curling up beneath a stove, he tried to distinguish Cheshire's scent from the cluster of others.

He turned to see the pantry door open and meet Cheshire eye to eye. With vicious aim, he launched into the pantry and covered Cheshire's mouth with his hand. He let out a satisfied hiss in his ear.

" Well Little Thief, you reap what you sow. "

With a charge of energy, he let it surge through Cheshire, making the unseen seen. It would only last a couple of hours, but that's all he needed for what he planned to do.

Slipping into the shadows of the pantry, he shoved Cheshire out into the kitchen.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire, seeing that he was now visible, miraculously, hid under the cover of smoke. It was choking but manageable. Taking a coat from one of the hangers nearby, Cheshire ran out of the kitchen, took his belongings and made a break for it.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

He let out hoarse laughter as he watched Cheshire run into the night. He burst out of the pantry, smoke trailing behind him. He tailed Cheshire closely, howling as he went.

He made a mess as he went, throwing boxes and doors open, creating a trail for people to follow.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Having enough, Cheshire turned to face him.

"Why can't you just leave me alone?! Hm? Why not?! Choose someone else! Choose a tramp or a vagrant!"

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

He pounced on Cheshire's back and held him down. Watching the lights come on within various buildings, he came close to his face.

" Because I am not bested by some man who's so dull as to think he could escape me. Besides, you're the one who kicked me. Perhaps you should've thought about that hmmm? "

He vanished into smoke as people began to come out of their homes to see what the commotion was about. The was following their trail with the police close by and came upon the scene.

He couldn't help but chuckle right in his ear as he floated away.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire, realising what Malemi had done, dove for his bags. There was a spare set of trousers that he kept for precautions; thankfully those precautions were heeded. Putting them on, Cheshire went off into the night. The monster had returned him to normal, and he'd see his family again.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi could help but smile to himself. If only the poor fool knew...

Quietly following him, he wanted to see the look on his face when he turned back invisible, how his wife would react, how his child would cry, how despair would flow through him.

He mad sure to be unseen as he watched Cheshire rushed home. If only he knew...

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

After running for a few minutes, and general pondering, Cheshire stopped in his tracks.

Wait, this can't be this easy. If Malemi granted me visibility, then why didn't he collect me? Unless...

Cheshire slowly but surely reached for one of his hands, and pulled off a strand of its skin. As he suspected, it crumbled to the same ash-like blood that the monster so infamously was comprised of.

Son of a b*tch.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi could barely hold in his laughter as he watched Cheshire truly understand his situation. Instead of revealing himself, he projected his voice behind Cheshire.

" You reap what you sow Boy. "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire flipped round, startled at his voice. He ripped off the fake skin almost with one stroke, and he was back to his invisible state. Damn.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi finally couldn't hold it in. He let out whooping gales of laughter, his body shuddering with delight. He nearly cried from unrelenting joy as he stepped from the shadows. Wheezing, he spoke with unbridled mirth.

" Boy! You really are dull! "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire, having had enough, simply walked away from the laughing demon.

"Piss off." Cheshire simply replied to the guffawing monster.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

" Go on Little Thief! Go run away! Hide from your worries, Hide from your fears! No matter where you go, they will follow. "

Growing bold, Malemi simply walked besides him, bowing his head to look in Cheshire's eyes.

" But oh, what of the Thief's wife? How will she feel, going another day without her caring partner? What of the child? A son without a father, sad and alone with no man in his life. "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Shut up." was all Cheshire could say, not daring to look at the monster's eyes. "Don't you dare talk of my family."

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

" Or what Cheshire? What will you do? "

He sneered slyly.

" You can't go back, so why does it matter? "

Stepping in front of Cheshire's path, he blew a small plume of smoke into his face.

" Who's to say I won't take them instead? You've given me a tough night and I demand something to make up for it. "

He melded into the shadows once more, tsking at Cheshire.

" Oh well, I'll take what I can get... "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire, realising what Malemi meant, ran forward to Malemi.

"If you so much as hurt one hair on their head, I will do everything to kill you. YOU HEAR ME?! I'LL GO TO THAT SOCIETY IF I HAVE TO!"

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi stopped. The Society...He still remembered that night vividly.

Whipping around, he growled, feigning confidence.

" And what will the society do? Would they even be willing to help a man who invaded their property and took some of their research?! "

He narrowed his eyes. His ears flicked irritably.

" I know men don't just turn invisible every day. "

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Who says everyone knows about my break-in? It was quiet, contained, and no one saw me. Besides, they are willing to help anyone. Just look at half of their tenants!" Cheshire responded. "Besides, the scientist who made this batch is away for a week. He won't know a thing."

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

" Ah! But you are still invisible. It's a little hard to hide your break in when you act as living evidence! "

His form emanating growing hate as he inched forward.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

"I'm the Millbank Marauder, monster. I've never been caught. I've had perfect alibi's and lies that fooled the great Scotland Yard."

Cheshire edged closer.

"What makes you think I can't convince a few prattling scientists?"

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

Malemi hissed through clenched teeth.

" Who's says that your wife can wait that long? "

Racing up the wall, he leaped from building to building, racing away from Cheshire. Finding an old scent trail only three days old, he followed it with the wind at his heels.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

Cheshire closed his eyes, knowing that Malemi was going the last place he wanted him to go to. And, the only thing he could do, he did. Cheshire broke down.

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

In truth, Malemi didn't know where he was going. The trail had gone cold half way and barely knew the street beyond the his district. He paused think about what he was doing.

It still felt strange. He's never had to fight to make someone submit the way he was fighting tonight. He stopped and turned. He didn't hear or the see the frantic run of a man desperate to save his family. In fact, he saw nothing at all.

He melted into the shadow and raced back to the alleyway. If you were to ask him, he'd say it was simply no fun to without an audience. The truth was however, that since the night at the society, the seed of a conscious had been planted.

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Dr. H. Griffin  The Fox • 2 years ago

((The end...?))

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The Fox  Dr. H. Griffin • 2 years ago

( I guess? Unless you have an idea to keep it going. Otherwise, Yeah fin! )

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Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

As predicted, Lewis's finances had finally turned the corner. He wanted to do something for the Society and all its lodgers, so he decided to pay a visit to a local butcher shop to select some choice cuts for the Society's kitchen. He was back to getting about with just his cane now, though it was still slow going, even without the rain.

However, when he arrived at the shop in question, he sensed a familiar presence.

Malemi, he thought, but was careful not to say.

Weir paid for the meats, and arranged to have them delivered to the Society.

He exited the shop and went around to the yard behind.

Sure enough, there was Malemi, asleep. And, not far away...a corpse.

"Pssst," said Lewis softly. "Malemi."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Malemi felt a hand squeeze his scruff as he was lifted into the air. It was a man, though his face was obscured by shadow and mist. Fear seized his heart as he looked down into his sack. Inside were the dead corpses of his brethren. Some were skinned, eyes lolling out of their skull while others were crushed to a pulp.

He yowled and spat, writhing about, trying to escape. He watched in horror as the back grew larger and sucked him inside. It was pitch black. He began to hyperventilate and clawed at the bag with no avail. But then he felt something behind him. Whipping around, he was face to face with himself, ears ragged, face gone. It slashed his stomach and came close to his ear. It spoke.

" Pssst...Malemi... "

He woke with a start. Malemi breathed heavily, keeping his eyes shut. Once he calmed down, he turned to see Weir. His fur fluffed with surprise.

" Weir?...What are you doing here? "

His claws dug into the box he lay on. If he's here, that means...

He forced his alarm down and tried to speak calmly.

" So I assume you've seen the mess, hmm? Don't think much of it... I'm down for today as it is... "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

"I was buying some meat at the butcher's," he explained. "By the by, you may want to dispose of that," he indicated the remains, "before anyone else sees it. There are some folk about today, despite the rain. There'll be more now we've a break in it. God forbid a constable or three should happen by..."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Malemi let out a sour growl. He was a beast, not some common criminal. His ears tucked back in mild displeasure.

" Dispose of it? Weir, I am the smoke and the flame, I do not hide my work. If anything, it must be shown if I am to let others know my power... "

He leaped down from the bow and padded over to the corpse. He curled up beside it.

" Unless I eat it... but that...That isn't something I should do... "

His chest fluttered with quietly anxiety. He could eat it, it certainly wouldn't do any harm, but he didn't want to do it in front of Lewis. For some reason, he felt shame for it. He's done it before, it should be no problem. But with Lewis...He cared about it and it made him feel sour. Maybe he was poisoned that night...

He growled again. He stood and looked at Weir, swallowing his hesitance. He smirked to hide his emotion.

" Or we could just leave. I wouldn't want you to take blame for my handy work. Besides, it would be rude. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Fair enough," said Lewis with a chuckle. "I do appreciate that. Let's be off, then.

He slowly hobbled away, bracing his knee as well as his foot against the cane. He maintained careful, steady breathing in an effort to lessen the pain of locomotion.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Malemi eyed Lewis carefully. His leg was still broken. He wasn't surprised but he felt bothered by it. He thought of what Weir had said last night, about being beaten and chased. He thought back to his own pain, back when he was weaker...

He stood and walked to Weir's side. Leaning gently, he offered support to Weir's side. He didn't say anything. He merely blinked his eyes and started to walk.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Thank you," said Lewis quietly, accepting the support. "We'll certainly make faster progress this way."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Malemi only grunted in return.

It was odd to think that he'd be helping another, but here he was. He didn't bothering with the thought. Clearly this wasn't a man. This was Weir, and Weir wasn't a man. On some intimate level, he knew his logic was flawed, but he didn't correct it. He knew the answer already.

As they made their way through the alleyways, Malemi kept watch for any strangers that may see them. He could smell the rain beginning to gather again and made his way to a den.

He spoke, his words echoing slightly.

" What happened to your leg, Weir? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

"Oh, this?" echoed Lewis, glancing down briefly at his right leg. "The foot got shot some months ago, but it's healed as much as it's going to. The man who did it is dead--not by my hand, but I'm relieved all the same.

"This more recent injury, however...well, perhaps I should say, 're-injury'. There's a man by the name of Hawley Griffin who lives where I work. Sometimes, he's invisible. Sometimes, he's not.

"He shot me with a gun at close range when I tried to keep him from hurting a...wolf. A very special kind of wolf. A friend. Hawley'd shot him in the shoulder, and looked set to do worse. I showed up in time to distract Griffin, so he turned on me. Indicated he wanted to experiment on the both of us, I think. Or perhaps that was merely his shallow excuse for violence. Thankfully, my friend helped me in turn. He got the upper hand--or paw--and Hawley scarpered.

"Then, later, Griffin purposefully hurt me here again, I suppose because he knows it's where I'm vulnerable. I still can't fathom what he thinks he's trying to prove, other than the fact he's a s***," said Weir sourly. "But he managed to re-open the wound. Twice. Set me back a week and a half on healing."

A chuckle.

"I bit him pretty well the last time, though," he said with a grin.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

Malemi went from interest to anger, until finally landing on mirth. He purred at Weir's last statement.

" My, my, I didn't know you bite. I'll have to be more carefully. Or learn to bite harder. "

He finally made it to the den, a seemingly abandoned home with holes in it's roof. He felt another presence inside and suppressed a growl. Leaving Weir's side, he approached the wall, putting his fingers into a small hole in the wall. The hole expanded and before entering he spoke to Lewis.

" Wait here. "

He went inside, the hole shrinking into its former size. Inside a commotion rang out, snarls and roars intermingled with loud crashing and tearing. It went on for a couple minutes, until smoke rose from the roof. On the other side of the house, a strange beast could be heard slithering away, growling under its breath.

The hole grew again and Malemi poked his face out, fur disheveled and one eye bleeding.

" Come in quickly. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

Lewis chortled.

"Only if need be. Or if I forget myself and slip into old habits." He shrugged.

They reached the den.

Weir waited patiently outside until Malemi returned, then followed him in.

((Assuming the hole will morph for him as it did for Malemi. If not, I can edit this.))

"Bloody Hell, Malemi, what was in here?" he asked.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

" I took over the spawn and that's all you need to know. "

The house was filled with strange energies, the only thing cutting through was the light coming from the patchy roof. The inside was almost normal, dust coating the inside, rooms raided and destroyed, and furniture rotting away. However, an unearthly light lit the place and gave it a hellish feel, as though a fire were burning.

Malemi took in the energy around him, his eye healing half way, and settled down to fix his fur.

Outside, the rain began to fall again, hammering down with force. the inside remained warm and dry, the only wet spots being the holes in the roof.

" I felt the rain coming and brought you here. It's a safe place for the most part. You don't mind do you? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

Lewis was still curious as to the place's former occupant(s), but didn't press.

"No, not at all. It's quite nice to be dry. And this place feels like..."

He took a moment, trying to find the right words to describe it: the dim, red light, reminiscent of hellfire; the energies of struggle and decay; the feeling of fresh violence and old death...

He smiled.

"Home. Or, at least the part of Calcutta where I used to live. In a way."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

He flicked an ear curiously.

" Calcutta...I've never heard of this place. "

He rose with a stretch and padded over to a pile of torn cushions. Plopping down, he crossed his arms beneath him comfortably and closed his eyes, his ears pointed towards Lewis.

" What was it like there? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

"Crowded," laughed Lewis, as he found a rickety chair on which to perch. "And there was always such a mix of scents--dust, rot, spices, flowers, dung, animals, people, incense, opium... The weather was always either warm or hot. It was Heaven when the monsoons came...and Hell when the sun came out afterward. Mosquitoes could practically carry a man away!

"I preferred going out at night, despite them. Cooler then. Avoid the unforgiving sun. Fewer people, in some places. More, in others. But I could find the occasional sanctuary, for all the city's chaos. Old places. Ancient, dark. And passing quiet. Ran into rats and cats and snakes and...other things.

"Found one place in particular...cool but cozy. Smell of incense and blood. Feel of ecstatic violence. Stayed there for some time..." His gaze was far away, a fond smile playing at his lips. He closed his eyes, savoring the memories as a wolf would the marrow of a bone.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Malemi listened closely, trying to imagine the scenes play out. He could see a city as fickle as the wind, hostile to those who inhabit it, whose nooks and crannies held many, with secrets for those who seek them.

He could almost smell spices and incense in the air...

He opened an eye to look at Weir. He watched him silently, pondering on what it must've been like actually be there.

He let Lewis sit for awhile, staring with intense interest. He was tempted to fall asleep again but knew not to. He had to keep watch for others outside, others like him.

After some time, he spoke.

" That sounds pleasant... Why didn't you stay? You could've easily carved out a place for yourself there. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

Lewis drew in and let out a breath, coming back to the present.

He opened his eyes.

"For a time, I did. Heheh. Did just that," he said with a wistful grin.

"But," he continued, features falling, "nothing lasts forever..."

A sigh.

"So I'm here. After a very long and winding road. Making the best of what I can. Huh," he chortled, "s'pose I'll see if it makes any damn bit of difference...in the end." He sounded deeply ambivalent, hope and doubt in equal measure.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Malemi curled his claws into the cushions beneath him. He looked at Lewis through narrowed eyes.

" Don't take yourself so lightly. "

He tucked his ears back.

" Of coarse, it makes a difference. If you're here now, it means there was something here for you. No beast travels with no place in mind. You always know where you're going. "

He rose and walked to Weir.

" Don't doubt yourself, you hold strength within you. "

As he was about to turn back to his spot, the sound of heavy hoof steps splashed outside. Immediately, Malemi's hackles rose and ran to the hole, and unearthly rumble coming from his throat. He threw a look at Lewis that said one thing.

Hide.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Ay," agreed Lewis. "That there was--is."

Malemi rose, approached him, and spoke.

Weir nodded.

Thank you, Malemi. He couldn't form the words to say it, but his eyes conveyed the message well enough. An earnest smile, half sad, half glad, broke out upon his features.

I've had more encouragement from this one "demon" than the whole pack of lodgers put together... But he didn't have a chance to voice the sentiment, nor any other.

He followed Malemi's lead and hid, secreting himself behind a ruined but sizable sofa.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

Malemi's rumble turned into an outright screech as a pig like snout pushed its way through. It snorted with carnal desire.

" I Smell A Long Pig! Let Me Through You Shit Heel! "

It pushed its face through, it's over-sized eye searching greedily for Weir. Malemi roared back, slashing its snout with outstretched claws.

" Khoros, you Son of Swine! There is no man here! Leave here before I cut your throat! "

Immediately, Khoros's tongue snatched one of Malemi's arms and crushed it between his teeth. Malemi yowled with agony as he was lifted into the air. Khoros forced himself into the place, making the air crackle with malicious energy. He was unlike anything earthly, having enormous serpentine eyes, foul, rotting flesh, and seemingly broken legs. He teeth like an ugly amalgamation of different skulls glued together to make his face.

He dropped Malemi and began snuffling around the room.

Malemi rose to his side, spawning his other pair of arms and turned to fight Khoros.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

Weir stayed perfectly still. Though he couldn't see the newcomer from his present hiding place, he could certainly sense it, metaphysically speaking.

Doesn't smell too pleasant, either... came the passing thought.

((Feel free to describe any "vibes" emanating from Khoros, be they fleeting emotion or deep-seated essence. I love your description, by the way!))

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Drool dripped down for his jowls as he approached the couch. He felt nothing but endless greed, a hunger which can not be contained. His tongue lolled out of his mouth as his eyes revealed his bottomless want.

" No Long Pig Here Says The Cat. I Say He Lies, Eh Long Pig? "

Malemi pounced onto his back, his claws sinking into the rotting flesh. Khoros squealed as he spun around to face Malemi. Working his way forward, he wrapped his arms around Khoros's neck, trying to choke the demon.

( Khoros is emitting very strong vibes of greed and gluttony right now )

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

His injured leg ensured Lewis could only lie where he was. He maintained utter silence, moving nary a muscle, not daring even to breathe.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Khoros bucked violently, throwing himself every which way to dislodge Malemi. Dust filled the air as furniture shattered as he made impact with them. Clinging on as best he could, Malemi sunk his teeth into the base of his neck, search for bone to crush.

Feeling this, Khoros threw his weight against the wall, shattering another arm. Hissing violently, Malemi bit again and again, searching desperately for his neck.

Khoror grew impatient and decided to simply ignore his attacker. He walked to the couch, sucking in strangled breaths.

" Long Pig! Come Out Long Pig! I Want You! "

His tongue wrapped around the couch and threw it aside, its wood shattering into pieces. His eyes, those blood shot, never lost their intense desire.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

The sofa flew aside, tossed as if it were a child's toy.

The horrific visage that confronted Weir was even worse than the creature's stench.

"Small wonder, with a face like that! I'd be the most action you've seen in years!" he cried, still prone.

He clutched his cane closely to his body, lengthwise. Then, taking a desperate page from Sterling's book, he log rolled under the beast's belly and out the other side!

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

He squealed with horrible outrage but before he could give chase, Malemi sunk his claws into his eyes. He began to run only to crash head first into the nearby wall. The sound of wood shifting became clear as the house shook.

Malemi raked his claws again and again. turning his eyes into a bloody pulp. He was about to leap from Khoros when he slipped from his perch. At his feet, a great hoof landed on his body, smashing his shoulder into pieces.

To overwhelmed to move, Khoros collapsed in the center of the room, his body shuddering with each breath.

" YOU INSOLENT WORM!! I WILL HAVE YOUR BLOOD FOR THIS!!"

He curled his lip, his yellow teeth bared at their fullest.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

Lewis rolled to Malemi--it was faster than walking--and touched him, letting the roaring hatred and indignation he felt toward the foul pig augment Malemi's own energy. Weir hoped it would help in some way. He had a hunch...

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Malemi's shoulders shift as they healed back together. His arms did the same, shifting back into place and mending together. He felt the energy coarse through out him, filling him with new found vigor. He slammed a fist against the ground as he rose to his full height.

He glared at Khoros with a deathly calm and approached his face. Khoros shot his tongue out and caught Malemi. Wrapping it tight around his arm, Malemi pulled it tight. Snarling, he threw his arm back and tore his tongue out of his skull.

The demon tried to articulate his outrage but found himself choking on the stub where his tongue once was. Malemi took his jaws and held them shut. He threw his snout down onto the ground, the bone crunching against the surface.

Raising his hand, shadows spread out in thin ribbons, spreading out like a growing web. With a simple motion, the shadows took hold of Khoros's legs and dragged him out of the shelter.

Malemi shut his eyes, curling up into a ball. Nausea took hold of him as a tail began to form from his back. He began to shiver, his chest throbbing.

Once his new tail finally stopped growing, he raised his head panting.

" Weir..."

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

Lewis sat up.

"That was bloody well astounding," he proclaimed, an open grin on his face. "Bravo!"

His admiration was patent, but something more lay beneath it, undergirded it and buoyed it up. Fellow feeling, perhaps.

Malemi addressed him.

"Yes?"

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

" Come here..."

In the back of his head, he felt memories begin to surface up from his unconscious. With them were the feelings of bygone times. He didn't want to see them, he didn't want to feel them. He just wanted them to vanish and never come back.

His tail moved about numbly as though it were being thawed from a harsh frost.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

Lewis shrugged, seeing no reason not to.

"Alright," he said with a nod, and scooted close beside Malemi.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

He laid his head onto Weir's hand, gritting his teeth.

" Take them away. Take them all away. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

The one hand cradled Malemi's head. The other gently stroked it. Soothingly, naturally. As if it were second nature to Lewis.

"Take...what away?" he asked, voice just above a whisper.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

Malemi squeezed his eyes shut, his teeth beginning to hurt from the pressure. Between his memories and and the new found feeling of being stroked, he felt himself falling apart.

Unable to form the words, he let his head relax underneath Weir's strokes, whimpering pitifully. He breathes grew uneven, each one laden with strange, unfamiliar emotion.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

"There, there," encouraged Weir softly, continuing with firm yet gentle strokes. "Whatever it is, let it out. It needs to pass through you to leave you."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

He wanted to hate this. He wanted to burn this place and watch it die. He wanted despise Lewis...

but he couldn't. The weight of his feelings finally got the better of him. He thought back to when he was mortal, when he watched other get stroked and taken. He thought back to the hurt he felt when he was denied time and time again the most basic necessities. He thought to now, where he had just risked his own safety to protect Lewis.

He began to calm down as he pieced together his thoughts. He opened his eyes, tiredness reflecting in their surface. His voice cracked as he finally spoke.

" Well, now I know I've been poisoned. You certainly know how to tame a shrew, Weir. "

He let out a feeble laugh, his tail curling around his form.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

Lewis looked Malemi in his tired eyes and gave a low, soft, kind laugh.

"Takes one to know one, I suppose."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

He smirked playfully.

" I don't know what you mean, that's a load of nonsense. "

Closing his eyes once more, a purr rumbled through his throat. something about being stroked made him content which he chose not to fight.

The rain outside had begun to soften going from hammering sound to a heavy scattering sound. Despite his fatigue, he rose and stretched out.

" It's best we get going. Khoros isn't the only one around here. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

To the "nonsense" comment, Lewis merely shrugged.

To Malemi's next point, however, Weir paid heed.

"Do let's," he agreed.

He used his walking stick to hoist himself up.

"If we go to my flat, will they follow?" he asked, dusting himself off. "I could do with a change of clothes."

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

" Khoros will keep their attention long enough. They won't follow. Though if they do...I'll fight them off. "

He flexed his claws for effect and gave Lewis a meaningful look. Padding over to Weir's side, He lead him to another hole on the opposite wall. He stretched it out, looking through before leading Lewis through.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

"Don't you mean 'pórḱos'?" quipped Weir. "You made short work of him..."

Lewis followed through the portal and out into the drizzling rain.

"This way," he said.

* * *

Some time later, they came to a narrow building on Hanover Street, not far from Hanover Square. The door had seen better days, but at least had a moderately recent coat of red paint on it. Lewis unlocked it and let them inside.

It was a three-storey affair dominated by steps. In fact, it may well have been a sizable servants' stairwell to a large house in times past.

These days, however, it was simply Weir's flat.

He locked the door, then hung his paletot on a hook, took a seat in a nearby chair, and removed his shoes.

Further back in the room were a small, round table, a couple of chairs, cupboards, and a minuscule stove.

"Have a seat," offered Lewis.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

Malemi looked around hesitantly, taking each step slowly. He scanned each nook and cranny and sniffed around suspiciously. Finding nothing wrong, he relaxed. He looked up the stairs curiously before turning back.

Trotting over to the table, he leaped onto it and curled up, resembling a strange furry ball. His tail swung side to side, finally moving with ease.

He opened one eye to Weir.

" So this is your den? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

The strangest centerpiece I've ever seen... The stray thought floated through Lewis's mind, and he smiled to look at Malemi.

"Ay," replied Weir. "This is the kitchen...and dining room, such as it is. Bedroom's just up those stairs, and storage is the floor above that."

He rose, shifting his weight to his walking stick, then went over to one of the cupboards and withdrew a few towels.

He approached Malemi and set them down on the table in front of him.

"Thought you might like to dry off," said Lewis.

"I'm going to go up and change." Though his blue waistcoat was in good condition, the trousers were covered in rain-spattered dust and flecks of old mortar.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

He took a towel with one hand, sniffing it casually. Letting unfold, he rubbed it over his head and arms. Bring out his other pair of arms, he threw it onto his back and kept drying himself.

He flicked an ear at Weir's direction.

" Go ahead. I won't destroy the place if its any concern to you. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

Lewis chuckled, and headed up the stairs.

When he returned, he wore a fresh pair of dark trousers.

"Fancy anything to eat?" he asked his guest.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

He let out a wide yawn as Weir entered the kitchen. He looked at up at his host with a smile in his eyes.

" Feeding the beast? You should know better than that. No, I hunger for nothing in particular. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

"I should know better than many things," returned Lewis with a smile.

He approached Malemi.

"I need to pop off to the Society for a bit," Weir said. "See how a patient is doing. Also make certain the butcher's boys delivered the beef. How about you?"

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

" I'm content with staying here. "

His tail fidgeted nervously. He tucked his ears back, frowning.

" I rather not go back out there. I'm bound to be hunted down for what happened with Khoros. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

"By others...like him," Lewis more stated than asked. His lips turned inward, and he gave an audible swallow.

Weir's concerned gaze met Malemi's.

"Because of me?"

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

" No Lewis. Its because I fought him and WON. He's well known for his power and authority. When beasts like me fight, it's a measure of dominance and influence over one another. I, having taken him down, brings unwanted attention to me. Needless to say, some liked his company while others used it for their own needs. "

He shifted into his arms, cocking his head to the side.

" Now had you been my host...That'd be a different story. But as you are, You're safe. Travel swiftly, don't linger in open spaces. Some are bound to be curious enough to pursue but don't pay any mind to them. "

His face turned serious.

" You still have my Calling Stone? "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Ah," Weir said in understanding, once Malemi had explained. It did make sense.

Not unlike the natural world, or rival empires, he reflected.

Lewis nodded, mentally filing away the instructions as he put on his shoes and spats.

Malemi asked about the Calling Stone.

"Yes. I do," Weir affirmed, patting his waistcoat pocket.

He stood, and made his way to the hook near the door.

"Is there anything else I ought to know?" he asked, donning his overcoat.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

He rumbled thoughtfully, scratching his chin with on hand.

" Nothing else I can think of at the moment. "

He blinked and chuckled to himself.

" Don't walk with your eyes closed. There. Now get going, Time waits for no one. "

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

Lewis snickered.

"Thanks," he replied sardonically.

He unlocked the door.

"And I'm off," he declared with a grand, sweeping gesture. "But then," he added with a wink, "we knew that already."

He exited the flat, locking the door behind him.

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

He watched as the door shut, listening closely to it click shut. Moving silently, he put an ear to the door and listened to Weir's footsteps fade in the distance.

Good.

Acting quickly, he made a motion with his hand and cast a veil on the door, hiding his presence to any looking for it. Turning, he went a nearby window and did the same. He did this with every entrance to the outside and moved into the upstairs.

Malemi went about his task, panic taking root inside him. He knew they would seek him out, but how far they would go he did not know. He didn't want to bring any misfortune on Lewis, so it was better to be safe than sorry.

Finishing the upper floors, he went back down to the bottom floor, wrangling the panic inside of him. Sighing, he made his way to a rug and laid down. He took a deep breath and closed his eyes and forced himself to sleep.

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

((Sorry; had computer issues. Do you want to pick up A) in this RP, when Lewis comes back or B) with some other day/RP? In either case, it looks like they're flatmates! :D ))

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

( No problem! My computer is fickle too. How about B? I quite like the idea of them living together. >w< )

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

((Excellent! B it is! And, so do I! ^_^ ))

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

( Alright! )

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago • edited

( So are you writing out the sequel rp or am I supposed to do that? :> )

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

((I can do it, if you like. Unless you had something specific in mind.))

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

( How about you write it? I'd like to see what ideas you have! I don't have anything specific on mind, so i'm up for anything. )

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Jekyll1886  The Fox • 2 years ago

((Alrighty! I'll put it on the main page and tag you, then. :-) ))

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The Fox  Jekyll1886 • 2 years ago

( Cool! See you there! )

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Hyde without a Jekyll • 2 years ago

Hey! Sorry I didn't see this sooner but as you have a cool new character would you mind filling out the questionnaire for them? Thank you!

What's your character's full name?

What's your favorite quote from you're character?

What do they look like and what's their personality like?

What's their backstory before they came to the society?

Do you have any pictures of them that you drew or found?

Do they have any nicknames?

What do they study at the society?

Do they have any jobs?

What is their age?

Are they human? If not what are they?

Are they single, dating someone, or married?

What's their height?

What's their weight?

Anything else I should know about this character?

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The Fox  Hyde without a Jekyll • 2 years ago

( Oh man, I forgot about this! I still haven't finished Uttersons hehe >w>;; Alright So this one should be much easier to get done so expect it soonish! )

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Hyde without a Jekyll  The Fox • 2 years ago

(Sounds good! Just send me the stuff when you're done!)

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Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago • edited

(Been a while since I've been out in the rain..) Gemma ran out quickly to grab a few ingredients that she'd been missing, but was quickly caught in the downpour. Her hair was weighed down, a blue curtain stuck down to to her shoulders. Her bare feet hit the ground, her shoes abandoned long ago. She'd gone farther than usual for the items, and the city streets around her were unfamiliar. Shivering shoulders shook.

(Wonder if there is any place to stop?) Blue eyes searched the streets, prying through the sheets of rain.

(The butcher's house.) Gemma saw the small flare of light in the distance.

(A few more feet) She ran. The front doors were locked. (Back?) Step by step she edged around the back of the house. The sight the greeted her almost made her throw up. A body, well more specifically, the parts the made up one, were strewn around the yard. Behind the remains was a giant, breathing, mass of fur. Gemma took a sharp breath.

(Run.) But she couldn't. Her feet wouldn't move. (RUN.)

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

Malemi growled under his breath, his claws flexing unconsciously as he lay there dreaming. His mouth mumbled words here and there, slurring through his sleep and into the air.

He began to fidget anxiously, his fur rising, his breath uneven. He jolted awake, eyes thrown wide open, looking for dangers that weren't there. He turned and saw Gemma but didn't move. He stared at her with wild eyes, seemingly frozen where he was.

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

The little breath Gemma had caught in her throat as the creature turned towards her. (RUN!) But somehow she knew it wouldn't work. She couldn't out run this being. The rain ran down her face as she stood stock still.

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

He stayed where he was, his mind slowly taking the situation, before finally speaking to the woman in front of him.

" What are you doing here? "

He took a step forward, a low growl forming in his throat.

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

Gemma squeaked before responding, her voice shaking.

"I- I- I was looking for shelter from the rain."

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

A slyish glint entered his eyes as he stood. What luck. Coming closer, he loomed over her, covering her partially from the rain.

" Well, aren't you lucky? I happen to have some room here for you. You can stay if you like... "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

"N-n-no thank you..." She took a few steps backward but slipped on the wet ground, falling on her back. "Oof!"

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

" Are you certain? I assure you, the rain won't be passing anytime soon. "

He offered a hand to Gemma, his claws carefully tucked away.

" No to mention, you'd catch your death in this weather. "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

(Already done that...) Gemma thought to herself. (What can it hurt, they're probably right about the weather... Ah whatever. You only live once...) She hesitantly took his hand/paw/whatever-it-was and pulled herself to her feet. "Thank you."

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

" No, Thank you. "

Watching her rise, He made his way to the back door and forced it open. The door flung open to reveal a somewhat small room, filled with various equipment for slaughter.

He slipped inside, he turned to her.

" Come on, don't just stand there. Come in "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

((MY CHILD NO! Why does she trust people so easily... People who usually want to kill her. ))

Gemma relaxed a bit, but was still on a bit of an edge.

"Alright." She walked after him and stepped slightly inside the door way.

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

( Don't worry! He won't kill her. He'll try, try being the key word here. He just wants a host. My son tries so hard but gets nowhere. ;w;)

Treading cautiously, he looked around, searching for any signs of life. He slipped into a dark corner and sat down, shaking the water off of him. He began working out a plan in his head, trying to figure out what to do next.

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

((Maybe you could try Mr. Blue Jay? I don't know how well that'd work though as hes not exactly real...))

Gemma wrung out her hair. The water hit the floor, creating a small puddle. "I don't think anyone's home..."

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

( If you like! You can bring him in. It'll be fun to see what happens! )

Malemi regarded her through narrowed eyes.

" Of coarse nobodies home. You think that they'd just let us waltz in like this? But that's unimportant. What's important is that we dry off and wait out the rain. "

He gave her a false smile.

" So what were you doing out in the rain? with no shoes at that? "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

((Here he comes! MIght take hima post or two to get here however...))

"I'm a chef at the Society, I was trying to find ingredients. My shoes got ruined by the rain so I gave up."

Wonder where Geneva is? Blue Jay was searching the mansion. He asked a few random scientists who all responded that she'd gone out for ingredients. In this rain? After a few minutes pondering it, he set out into the storm to look for her.

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

( Ok! )

He rose from the corner and came closer to Gemma, blocking the entrance.

" Is that so? "

He edged a little closer.

" Must've not dressed for the weather then. "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Not particularly"

GEEENNNNEEEEVVVVVAAAAA Blue Jay ran down the streets, searching for the blue haired girl. Shoes? He recognized them and then kept running.

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

He took a menacing step forward.

" That's too bad... "

He couldn't help but smile to himself.

" It's a shame really. Losing such a nice pair of shoes to the rain. "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago • edited

"Yeah, I wish I'd thought to bring them along."

Maybe she went to the butcher? Blue Jay ran along the streets. But where even is the butcher? ((Now he is on a pause until 'convenient moment' appears))

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

His claws came out as he walked towards her. He snarled with glee.

" Shame you won't see them again! "

He shot forward, trapping her where she was. He let out a wicked snarl.

" You made this so easy! I must thank you for such cooperation! "

( Convenient moment starting now! )

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

Gemma screamed, startled, her eyes filling up with tears. "Dont!"

Geneva... Jay rocketed down the streets towards the noise. (Please be ok, please be ok, I'll be nicer ot you, Please be ok-)

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

Malemi leaned in with evil intent. He was going in for kill, but stopped. He felt a strange presence approaching. He stepped back, whipping around furiously.

They weren't here yet. Leaping to the door, he slammed it shut, breaking the door knob in the process.

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

Gemma took sharp quick breaths. (Sharp Object. There.) She picked up a broken piece of wood and clutched it in her hand. Even though It may be ineffective, she still felt slightly better. "Oo...kaayyy... You got this Gem." She mumbled under her breath, shaking with fear. "Find a way out..."

(There) Blue Jay turned to the door of the small hut as it slammed shut. (She's inside.) The thought came to him in a sudden horror. He rushed to the door and grabbed the handle.

(Locked, or broken, one of the two.) Feet hit the ground and he searched the are frantically, trying to find something to open the door.

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

Malemi turned back to Gemma, teeth bared.

" And where do you think you're going? "

He blocked her path, his second set of arms emerging from his form.

" Don't think you're getting away that easy! "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

Gemma backed up quickly. "N-N-Nowhere." Her hands tightened around the wood.

Blue Jay ran into the door. The wood ((I think its wood)) bent slightly. This isn't working... He paced back and forth quickly. What do I do? After a few quick seconds he pulled out a knife and began to chip away the wood near the edges. Come on...

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

He growled with growing impatience.

" Well then, stop acting like you have a chance to escape. "

He leaped forward, taking the wood in his hand and shattering it in his grasp.

" And don't think you've got a chance against me. "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

Gemma squeaked as the wood shattered. "Yeah you might be right about-"

BANG!

The door swung on its hinges and hit the wall before bouncing back and nearly hitting him in the face. Blue Jay pushed it open again with one hand. In the other he held the small knife. Oh no you don't.

"Jay...?" Gemma said, confused and momentarily forgetting about where she was. (How did he get here?)

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

Malemi turned to face the new person but saw no one there. But he felt something there! What was this? All he could see was a small knife floating there. What in the...

He tucked his ears back in surprise. She's a necromancer! She must've been distracting him while she summoned her spirit here!

He slipped away from Gemma and Jay, snarling with pure vitriol. He backed into his corner with his back arched.

" Wretched Snake! You think you've bested me! "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

Uhhh... Wasn't it about to attack you or something? Blue Jay tilted his head to the side.

"Yes."

Thank you. You ok?

"No."

Should I stab it? The Jay said with concerning excitement. Gemma shook her head.

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

Malemi watched as Gemma talked to the air. There was definitely something there, there had to be. He didn't know what to do. He had never met a necromancer before.

He tried to pinpoint the exact location of the presence as he calculated another plan.

" Who do you speak to, witch?! "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

"Blue Jay." Gemma said, walking slowly closer to her friend.

HE'S LIKE WOLFIE HE CAN'T SEE ME! Blue Jay threw his hands up in excitement and the knife flew out of his grasp.

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

Malemi let out an explosive hiss, growing more and more defensive. Damn! It must've known he was looking for its location and threw the knife away. He could still feel the presence, so he backed out of his corner and walked around hesitantly.

He glared daggers at Gemma

" YOU THINK YOU CAN HIDE HIM FROM ME?! I WILL FIND HIM SOON ENOUGH! "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

Gemma jumped. "Take your word for it!"

It looks dangerous... We should leave.

"I don't think he'll let us."

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

His gaze grew wild.

" What do you mean ' He won't let us'!? Witch! You cannot beat me! "

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Background Scientist #37  The Fox • 2 years ago

"I don't plan to beat you. I plan to get out of this place with my life."

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The Fox  Background Scientist #37 • 2 years ago

He narrowed his eyes skeptically.

" Is that why you cooperated so nicely earlier? To leave with your life? Like I'd believe that! Necromancer! "

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