Demon Bordello

Breaking the Cycle

RECAP: Hearing Bloodmoon sparked something in Lorelai, a subtle face change, something only Lethia or Roman might notice. Memories smack her in the head, bits and pieces choppy versions of a life that she could not really remember. She felt almost certain though, that the King had no real want of peace, that what he truly sought was power over all and that made her nervous. Those who sought power never really tended to treat the power properly become power hungry and mad while achieving their goals.

"Eclipse." Lethia let the word play on her lips for a moment before shifting her gaze to Lorelai. "I think.....that's me. Of course such claims are still unsubstantiated. "

The Kings smirk slowly faded as his eyes flashed. All his years of planning, he did not want to consider the fact that the final pieces were not in place.

"That's true." His voice was flat and agitated as his body tensed.

"Still I've been told there are ways to prove ones blood line by appearance and scent. "

Lethia needed Lorelai out looking for the boys. It seemed apparent to her that this time, it was the boys who were going to need rescuing. Lethia and Lorelai knew how to manipulate men to buy time. Lorelai was better which is why Lethia put herself between her sister and the King. She would be needed to free the boys.

"I know! You stated that you were next in line for the Omaki clan, could you perhaps tell me if I am of the Eclipse?"

"I fear it would be a hard thing to do with both of us here Lethia. What if he caught the scent of the other and mistook one clan for another? Having the wrong information would detrimental, I'm almost certain."

"That's true....."Lethia pouted, her lips puckering ever so slightly, the picture of utter dejection. "But if we were seperate. His Majesty could take his time and be thorough in his examination. "

The kings frown lifted back into his victorious smirk once more. It seemed this was going to be much simpler then he had imagined and without the use of threats or stockade. He had over estimated the girls, they were just as they appeared, gussied up escorts.

"That would be best. That way we don't present false facts to the court." The King appeared to think over his options. "Very well if an examination is what you request I would be more then happy to administer it. "

"I shall leave you in his most capable hands, Lethia. Sire do you mind if I walk through the gardens while I wait? I promise I shan't leave the safety of the property." She hoped that he would let her out of his watchful eye so she could search in some kind of peace.

Lorelai exited and Sonia was there as was stated. She however worked more for the Queen and not so much for the King.
"Please," Lorelai stated, her eyes saying everything her words could not and Sonia nodded silently walking out to the Gardens. She turned sharply and Lorlelai almost missed the part in the maze of shrubbery. It led down a set of narrow stairs that spiraled into depths that Lorelai thought would have certainly led them to the center of the earth. Sonia stopped at a stone door and turned back.
"Only one with noble blood may pass this barrier.... the Queen is in there... I know not if Master Roman and Prince Darius are though.  Good luck milady," she said softly with a bow. Lorelai picked up the dagger on the wall, still doubting her own nobility and stepped forward. She took a deep breath and stepped into the corridor with no ill effects. She ran as fast as she could calling for the three of them and her cousin was who she found first. Using the dagger she quickly picked the lock and was met by an overwhelmed sob and a hug. She reassured the queen the best she could before helping her gain composure so they could find Roman and Darius. Further down, they found whom they were seeking. Lorelai tried to remain calm, knowing her time down there was almost up and soon the King would be for her.