Okumura Syndicate

Chapter 124: Greed and Demolition

Everyone stared as Catoria told the truth, "From being very young, I lived in a society of my own kind. For obvious reasons, with our abilities being a direct threat to humankind, we were of course shunned, especially by the nobles of the country. They made our territory smaller and smaller to make room for their mansions and other amenities. I had simply had enough of it..."

Things were starting to make sense as to why Catoria was the way she was, but kept listening out, she had to mention Demitris eventually. "The local noble family that were particularly brutal to us were the Lowpeaks, two branches of a family who could create things out of thin air. They made barriers, which hindered us, as succubi and incubi need human contact in order to survive. Of course the family didn't care, they were too busy preparing for two members of the younger generation, one from each branch, to marry...".

Vladimir interfered with Catoria, "So you've been keeping tabs on us longer than expected...", he grumbled. Catoria scoffed, "For what you did, how couldn't I?". The syndicate members were impressed with Catoria's skill, even from hearing a small amount of the story. They let the bruglione continue, "Vladimir and Maryanne Lowpeak were horrific once they married, they doubled down on extending their territory, even taking resources they could simply create themselves from our side of the border...".

Maryanne spoke up, "How would you know that we could create that stuff? The sorcery you creatures performed was far different to humans. You simply don't see the usefulness of your potions on anyone else but yourself!", she yelled. Catoria growled in resentment before continuing the story, "I knew that at that moment, I needed to seek revenge, I had to take something from them that was precious, and my ability was perfect to get the job done."

Aster could linger on what Catoria could've done without being disgusted, Fleur didn't look too good either. He edged in closer to ensure she was okay. As Catoria continued, the young soldier and capo refused to think deeply about anything else that was said, taking it as it comes. "I used all the force I could to leave the barrier, before switching to my human form to greet those at the mansion. I thought if I applied for a job, my revenge would certainly be sweet."

Things in the story were turning darker and darker, yet Catoria was still willing to share her victory, "I used my charms to ace the interview with flying colours and found myself effective in the business of selling whatever items the family created. I was promoted faster than anyone had before, and eventually found myself working closely with Vladimir, I was practically his right hand.". Maryanne had her head in her hands, "I know what's coming next...".

"Vladimir and I were quite the pair, he'd make me whatever I desired when the work was done. Of course, I didn't feel a thing, I was more concerned in giving my species justice. However, I took his advances in stride, and advance we did. I think by this point he called me his 'mistress' or something.". Aster couldn't take any more of it, "Can we stop there? I think the youngsters of us have had enough.", he exclaimed.

Catoria shook her head, "You wanted revenge, I'm giving it to you.", she insisted. The syndicate members, especially Aster and Fleur, knew that Catoria was in the mood for chaos and had a plan, they let her carry on. "I met with Vladimir alone at least twice a week, I could tell he was enjoyed himself, even after knowing I wasn't human, it was a sign of my accomplishment. At this phase in my plan I occasionally met with Maryanne while she was sleeping, in my other, goblin-like form, an incubus."

"Another form...", trembled Craaq. "Indeed.", answered Catoria. She then explained, "I have three forms, my usual succubus form, which you see now, I use it to deal with lustful men, my human form, without my wings and horns, and my incubus form, a goblin-like creature I use to deal with the woman.". Aster was amazed, "So convenient, please tell me what happened next, your ways intrigue me...".

"Seems you're getting into it.", commented Catoria as she carried on once more. "It was then time to show myself, I couldn't be blamed for what happened next after all. I changed from my human form to my succubus form in the middle of a board meeting, and of course they fired me on the spot. Little did they know at the time, Demitris was born nine months later, and let's just say his ability was not an accident...".

"You horrible woman!!!", yelled Maryanne. Vladimir was also on edge, having his entire intimate history exposed by the creature beside him. Aster stood up in the middle of the room, "I wouldn't have believed any bullshit you monsters would have come up with in defence anyway!". As the area fell silent, one question still needed to be answered. What was the bruglione planning next?