Black Lotus Lounge

@⚜ ♕ Emily Mei  Never breaking eye contact as they exchanged formalities, he was relieved to know she was pleasant and kind, unlike some artists who were snobs and thought of themselves as living gods. “Aye” A soft chuckle escaped his lips hearing her candid question. There was no way out of it but honesty. After all, he had nothing to lose. Taeyang folded his arms underneath his chest as he leaned forward. “I am a local lad. What gave it away?” He asked, running a hand over his grey hair.

@☾ Winter ¥✔ “Hello Winter. It’s very nice to meet you. I was just watching you perform, and I must say you have such a beautiful voice.” Xiao mentions knowing she wanted more from it. Truthfully, she would enjoy much more of the performance. For that reason alone. It was why she requested the girl in the first place. “I was hoping we could do a little private show. If you’re performing. Alternatively. We could sit down and talk. I do like to get to know you a bit better, since the performance really captivated me.” She says, smiling towards the wolf. “Unless those options are unavailable.”

@☾ Dong Youngbae "Brava." A bashful blush spread against her pale skin from his compliment. One thing did caught her attention: Was he not a local if he's just passing by? Then again, there are many the comes and goes in Heleo. With the many disappearances, she should not be surprise by now. If he's a traveler like said, he sure looks like he is just right a home in this lively lounge. Emily lips curved into a teasing smile as she reached out, her slender fingers clasping his offered hand in a firm but gentle shake. "The pleasure is mine, Taeyang. I am honored by you kindness to give us a moment of your time for a stop." The aura around him was intriguing - from his manners to the ways his eyes convey so much more than what's he's willing to show. "I hope this detour was worth you time," She added, releasing his hand. The busy night of the lounge fades as the world focuses to the stranger in front of her. "Something tells me that you're more than just a passing wander." her question hung in the air, tilting her head as she studied the wolf in front of her.

@❇︎ Xiao Kein After her performance, Winter went down from the stage and a staff told her someone is looking for her in one of the vip rooms before she start walking up to the vip rooms and one of the staff members told her to come inside which she did. The young wolf walked inside and looked at the beautiful fairy waiting for her, she sniffed in the air to caught a scent of her, she smells like a flower but she kept her opinion to herself just like what the male kitsune friend had told her. When the fairy asked about her name, she nodded, "I'm Winter." She responded and the staffs left the vip room for them to have a private conversation.

@☾ Winter ¥ The black Lotus Longue was a place where Xiao could relax. An area where she had to frequent here and there. Hearing there was another singer on stage. Her eyes stare towards the one on stage. Cute as a butterfly and very much interested. The fae kept her eye awaiting the very show to occur. Her ears perking upwards liking the sound of the song as she tells one of the staff members for a private show. In truth. All Xiao wanted was to spend a bit of time with the girl. Understand what makes her tick and why she pursued this particular occupation. “Winter is it?” She questioned as she made her way back to one of the more vip private areas.

@❇︎ Xiao Kein "Okay Winter, you're up!" The staff at the stage cued Winter to come to the mic in the middle of the stage. It is just one of her working days as the singer under Black Lotus Lounge. The wolf girl dressed in a beautiful white dress and leaned closer to the mic when the curtain was raised, she waited for the cue of the music to start before she start singing with her soothing and almost a lullaby song towards the customers in front of her. This side job became more and more like a full time as more customers are wanting to hear her voice, she did punch a guy when she was grabbed by him once and now she had had to hold her punches in case something happened like that again.

( the song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlNmPccmDkw )

@⚜ ♕ Emily Mei  Youngbae chuckled but dipped his head. He tried not to laugh too much. It wasn’t the artist’s fault that he is not used that people are addressing him formally. He is mate to other pirates and a free man. “Not at all. In fact…”He replied ensuring the lady was safe. The man around the table, ignoring few envious eyes and got comfortable at his seat. “I haven’t had one for a long time. So thank you.” He honestly said, grabbing the cup to have a sip. Unusual as he could easily drink it in one go. “Hmm?” He peered over to meet her gaze. “I’m just passing by and saw that they have a special act tonight. And heck, i thought to give it a try and alas, I saw you performing. And like what they say, bravo. Or was it brava?.” He blurted out despite being a stranger to the woman. “Oh! Pardon me.” He wipes his hand on his pants before offering his hand. “Taeyang. Pleasure to meet you Mei Mei.”

@☾ Dong Youngbae [H] She curstey at him, taking the seat as he offered. "Why thank you sir. Very gentlemanly of you." Emily draws back some of her orbs no longer needing their assistance. The mood in the Balck Lotus Lounge was enough for her to have a good moment with the visitor here. "I hope you don't mind a moonshine type of drink? I figure something from your homeland compare to my sweet fruity one?" Emily gracefully picked up the drink, one hand steady on the cup and the other hand hover just over the gripping g hand, setting the drink down gently as taught by the lead. "What bring you in, mister...?" She didn't recognize him from around town. Maybe he was a new to town. Or a traveler of some sort. Maybe just a passerby like many that she seen. "I go by Mei Mei here."

@⚜ ♕ Emily Mei  One. Two. Three. He counted to not appear like a fool in front of the lady. He smiled as politely as his face muscles can do and tried not to stare longer. Those eyes stopped him, drawing his curious mind to wonder what goes in her head. But the environment won't allow him to ponder a minute. People whispering, others chugging down their wines brought him back to reality. He nodded and said, "It'll be an honour." Careful steps, he turned behind him and pulled a chair to drag it closer to the woman. "Please." The man gestured his hand towards the chair. "And thank you for the drink."

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@♆ Ten “Morningstar,” I promptly interjected. “Prince Asmodeus Morningstar, Seo Inguk is the name of this handsome bastard’s meat suit.” I gave a simply gesture of the mortal flesh I bare. “And as for the position. I can always use another opening actor. Take it, its yours’s. You get a one week trail that will be paid and based off your performance. If you pose the natural ability to draw in crowd,” I walked towards you, my smile warm, my eyes intent, and my hand held discreetly behind my back. “You can be sure I’ll be putting coin in your pockets. However, if not, then I suppose I’m have to find a way for you to mitigate my finance lost.”

@♆ Seo Inguk I returned your charming smile with one of my own as I replied to your question. "Ten. It's a pleasure to meet you Mr. Seo." I said with a bow of my head. "And no apology is necessary, really. I simply wanted to inquire if the dancer position was still open, as I'm interested in applying."

@☾ Dong Youngbae [H] She watched her orbs dances from the stage towards the wolf customer, illuminating the space around him. A sweet smile displayed, one that she would casually pull off for customers of the Black Lotus as told. The best of the best customer service. Emily stopped a waiter, whispering an order for the wolf and her. Emily gave a curtsey to him. "Thank you. A memory of the life before." The longing in her eyes floods with little memories from the black orbs. Small pieces of the life before that she apparently lived. "Would you care for some company, sir?" The waiter dropped off the two drinks to Emily. "A drink on me?"

@☾ Sora Choi￥✔ Fresh flow of blood driving him into a frenzy as he the life out of anyone in his path. A woman cried out, knife at ready to stab the vampire but he turned in a lightning speed that he dug his hand inside the woman's flesh and ripped her heart out. The body dropped dead but Myungsoo savage with bloodlust. Sloppy. Wasn't paying attention to his surroundings till he caught sight of you ensnared and wounded. It happened so fast but he had no time to lose. He rushed over grabbing the wielding shifter's head and with brute force snapped the creature's neck. "Ahhhh!" He hissed when someone from behind managed to graze his back. But the absence of pain was jarring. He grabbed an axe dropped by a fallen shifter. With it, he cut off the tentacle then the other. Myungsoo laughed, hacking away as blood sprayed everywhere. He ended your captor by burying the axe on the creature's skull.

@♆ Ten “Agruzin!” I called out the boulder-chested guard from behind my desk baring a disappointed scowl. I quickly redirected my gaze from the guarded guards to fixate on you. I push myself away from my desk with my sweaty palms as I head towards the doorway. “Speaking to a guest in my establishment like that is unacceptable.”

“S-Sorry boss.” He bowed deeply moving aside for me keeping his eyes low like a good dog. “Don’t apologize to me you halfwit, to this you man here.” I gesture to you gifting you with a handsome smile. I reached out my hand in a charming gesture, as if inquiring about your name. “Mister?”

@† Kim Myungsoo Another powerful snarl from Sora made the attacker hesitate, giving her an opportunity to leap. Bloodstain her claws when she pounced on a shifter that took the form of a griffon, then another that was to scared transform at all. She forcefully tore their joint apart with a screech, then used the severed limb to attack another assailant. Her waist was ensnared by slimy tendrils, followed by her wrists and ankles, forcefully jerking her backward. She growled and let out a yelp when the blade-wielding shifter launched into the air and stabbed her in the abdomen. Despite the warmth of her blood, she hid her wincing from their view. Harnessing the moonlight’s energy, the wolf ripped off the tentacle on her left and sank her teeth into the one ensnaring her waist. Pain captured her as the Shapeshifter bonded her abdomen, squeezing that air out of her as he gave out a violent howl.

@♆ Seo Inguk I quirk a brow at the string of remarks, but remain otherwise unphased. "My apologies, sir. I noticed your advertisement in the Central Circuit stating that you were seeking burlesque performers and I was interested in applying. If you're no longer in need of such help here, then I'm happy to take my search for employment elsewhere."

@☾ Sora Choi￥✔ “Blasphemous. You really thought you could just walk away?”
A shape-shifter growled, his voice like gravel as it transformed to an enormous snake, now blocking his way.
Myungsoo turned around with deliberate slowness, his fangs just barely visible as he replied, “And who are you?”

A flicker of movement to the side caught Myungsoo’s attention. A group of shape-shifters leaped forward, war at ready. But you entered with a predatory grace that mirrored the morphed beasts. The sight of you in wolf form caused the tension in the room to escalate. His eyes shifted back and forth, watching you tore the flesh of the attackers. The lounge buzzed with chatter and thumping beat of hearts, but as the three shape-shifter stood their ground, the air grew thick with anticipation. The bystanders chanting or cursing but Myungsoo pulled himself out of the chaotic sounds and focused.
Blood splattered across his face. Myungsoo’s crimson eyes turned dark as if the sparkling stars were snatched out of the heavens. Trail of veins became visible underneath his pale skin. Sharp claws and prominent canine teeth grew in length, Myungsoo did not wait. He lunged forward, blood thirsty. He jumped at the first shape-shifter close to him, baring his fangs down at the creature’s jugular and in brute strength pulled his head back ripping a chunk of the neck. The young vampire mauled each of his attacker, digging into their flesh with his claws and feeding off their blood.

@† Kim Myungsoo Inhaling a tired breath, she felt a weary hand massage the back of her neck. “Boy, you sure don’t know when to be silent do you babyboy?”

Sora was losing her patience with the demon’s parlor tricks and your rookie antics, but she felt relieved when she saw the full moon. It’s ironic how you think they care about your opinion when you are so eager to judge from a godlike perspective. You openly volunteered to sacrifice one of their own without any evidence and now you expect them to listen to you? The Lotus Lounge has rules and structure that apply equally to every race, and those men equally violated them. What is your reason for valuing one life more than another? She extended her hands, cracked her knuckles, and basked in the lunar moon’s rays. The shapeshifter closed in, twisting their snarling faces into furious expressions. “I hope you know how to move pretty boy?”

Stripped of her flesh and adorned with a thick, red fur coat by the moonlight’s mana, the she-wolf let out a fierce roar. Ruby red flecks adorned her amber eyes, while her hands transformed into heavy, padded paws featuring 7-inch razor-sharp claws. Her wolfish snout boasted equally long canines. Almost instantly, the woman’s height doubled, now towering at 13 feet tall, though her tribe considered this to be on the smaller side. As they leapt towards her, Sora readied the ground for their arrival. She unleashed her fury, tearing into them one by one, causing the air to be filled with the scent of ripped flesh and iron, accompanied by chilling screams.

@⚜ ♕ Emily Mei  Youngbae who was half-chewing his meat, stopped to return his attention onto the stage when the sound of stretched strings being plucked. The feverish melody driving him to pay attention, and so was the audience. He leaned back, glass of wine in his hands when a loud gasp came from behind him. The woman playing the string instrument let her ears and tails on display. "A kitsune." He muttered staring at her, mesmerised by those features, especially those fiery eyes. "Oh how I wish, I have my ability to transform." The man thought to himself since many full moons have past and he still cannot tap into his werewolf powers. Nonetheless, he smiled when the woman made her way towards his direction. Youngbae brushed off his hands, getting on his feet and slightly bowed his head. "That was beautiful." He lifted his head and applauded.

@☾ Dong Youngbae https://youtu.be/8RosDxQIjf8?si=Ww-gIL2k7EqXZw1C

Her fingers were starting to ache. Emily had not planned on playing this long, especially after days of rehearsing and practicing at home. Determined though to finish the first part of her act string, she steady her hand over the zither once more. 'One more time.' The voice echos in her mind - one that she heard in many of her past lives as she dark orbs multiplied around the stage. Funny how life chooses to follow you from time to time. The first set of notes puts her in a trance, the rhythm flowing through her at the tempo of the song dances through her fingers against the strings. A quick vision of her past self stood there watching her before her red orbs distracted her. Her chest tightens but she cast away any feelings. She let her kitsune ears and tails display. Her focus on every detail of the song bounces off the walls til the very last note hit the air only then allowing herself to breathe. Her eyes shimmer with the red of her fire kitsune as she sat up straight looking at the audience, before she bow. She stood up bowing one more time. Her gaze moved over towards the wolf, making her way over to greet them.

@☾ Sora Choi￥✔ Myungsoo's crimson eyes scanned the crowd, the aroma of blood, sweat, fear, anger and sin flooding his senses. He never entered the establishment to collect information, or to find out why the silence of the crowd has so much respect for the underworld. He balled his fists and could not find pleasure from such backhanded comment from the demon. Yet, Myungsoo gave a chortle, saying "Harlot. Pickpocket. Who give a about those ranks."

He felt it, a tangible tension that made the back of his neck prickle. It wasn't just the atmosphere; it was much more corporeal. Myungsoo's lips curled in disdain as he met the shapeshifters' vengeful gazes. They moved through the crowd like whispers but their intentions shouted across the room. "Funny, since he is the one who is making you chose to kill or make a deal." He mumbled and shrugged seeing a group of shapeshifters walking their way. "Sit here and pay respect to that bastard up to you." He lunged for the exit, trying to slip through the thrumming crowd like smoke. The shapeshifters snapped into action, but Myungsoo was faster. Just as he reached the exit, he could feel the shifting energy behind him- a transformation.

@♆ Ten [SH] I stood from a large wooden table pausing the conversation between the two Kitsune and Shapeshifter commerce. My eyes flew to the door when my guard stepped forth hands at the ready to draw their blades. "Piss off you tiny little maggot. The Sin lord has not time to waste on commers the likes of you."

@♆ Kai ¥ It is widely known in Heleon that the state of Grand Central Isle is a restless land. Its sectors, particularly the South of the reign of Central just beyond old mid-town, lays the Blacklight district. An urban design to suit the needs of Central’s more eccentric and ruthless inhabitants, and my various establishments cater to their needs. For I may not be a King but this district is mine to rule. Every place flows with currency bares the Emerald Basilisk, my sigil of office. In the Micro state, I was surrounded by boundless information. A curiosity of my well-cared-for flock of loose tongues, open ears, and empty wallets. I had already known you were back. I’d know there were murmurs of Demon in man’s flesh the moment you set foot in Grand Central station. I’d been waiting for you. It’s interesting to think about whose meat suit you’ve managed to snatch this time, poor bastard.

The watchful petals of the Lotus had already been present upon you. As clubgoers at the Black Lotus Lounge observe you, they see you immersing yourself in the sinful depths of demonic magnetism, similar to any other patron. An alluring tide pool filtered with the long, insatiable desire and unquenchable need. Emerald-green tendrils of smoke coiled around your legs, snaking up your abdomen, chest, and neck. The guests were greeted by the comforting scent of smoked whiskey, elder oak pine, and cinnamon pepper, a fragrance they had grown accustomed to through their many visits. Emerald lights flickered and live music filled the dance floor. Creatures of all kinds, both immortal and mortal, danced in a drunken frenzy to the music, driven by their primal instincts. The smell of alcohol lingered on the bar countertops, sporadically wafting off their part-takers’ breath.

I was alone in my chamber of office seated at a heavy wooden table with men of commerce by my side. Your mana invading the pool of my own demon aura, just like it always did when one of my siblings visited me, made my head spin. Two guards are tailing me while two others are beside me it took only a heartbeat to find you. To my surprise, it was you who’d approached me. “Leviathan, long time no see big brother. Come, I see you require an audience with me.”

@♆ Seo Inguk Sneaking away as a demon was far easier than sneaking out as a human, much less a human slave. Despite retaining some of his powers, Kai had to be careful; should someone notice he was missing from the slave quarters, it would surely cause a lot of issues for him. Regardless, he lacked direction in the current moment and sought out his siblings in the hopes that they might have an idea of how to proceed. After all, two heads worked better than just one.

Entering into the lounge, Kai took in his surroundings, taking mental notes. Despite the bustling tables, it was easy to track down his sibling. While most of the other patrons gave off some supernatural aura, one man in particular gave off distinct demon energy; it was unmistakable. Leaning against the bar, Kai crossed his arms and raised an eyebrow, looking the other male up and down. "Well hello there. I have the suspicion that you and I might be of the same family."

@♆ Seo Inguk My demon hearing picked up *something* behind the closed door, but I couldn't make out what. I heaved a sigh and knocked again.

@♆ Ten [SH] My hand presses against my forehead, and a long-winded breath leaves me. I had been reviewing these numbers for months, and the rent on this place was a pain. I was mindlessly bouncing the pen between my friends, pulling the mathematical ratios together, and racking my hand through my hair. “You gotta be kidding me. This wouldn’t be a damn bother if I were married already.”

@♆ Seo Inguk Having managed to sneak my way into the back of the lounge, I knock on the manager's door and await a response.

@† Kim Myungsoo With great effort, Sora refrained from teasing the oddity of your current predicament. She knew any further interruption would not be tolerated lightly but the Demon Prince. The Prince’s steps abruptly stopped, and then he shifted his attention back to you. “That would explain your extreme lack of foresight, my little harlot.” Inguk smiled handsomely but it only further ran an unwelcome shiver down the wolf’s spine and a nervous knot of dread began to pour into her. Uncertain, she grew weary of the Prince’s fascination with you.

You belong to a generation that seeks instant gratification and lacks the desire for hard work or perseverance toward a greater reward. This is why you’ll never rise above a pickpocketing harlot.” said the Prince. “It never crossed your mind that one of these men might possess something more valuable than the other. “Lesson one something more vital than gold, , or even life itself.. is information.”

Without any hesitation, the Demon unleashed a searing green flame, obliterating the Ghoul in its path. The only proof of his presence were the burned hands clutching the metal bars and the black footprint where he once stood. Now that you’ve learned lesson one, Inguk went to the Shifter’s cage and unfastened it, graciously bowing his head as if he was inviting the man into his home instead of sparing him from being executed.

“Carefully consider guarding your tongue boy?” The demon smiled handing the shifter an emerald dragon bone hilt dagger. “You’ll never know who will want to rip it out.” At that moment, it became clear that every single Shapeshifter on the rooftop had shifted their attention to us. Their eyes shone a bright arctic blue and emitted pure hatred. All that remains is violent contempt.

With an irritated glare, the wolf threatened, “I’ll kick your after we get through this.”