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Thread: Snipping the Puppet's Strings [-Haru|vampire-]

Okoru saw the one elf let fly an arrow and though he could not stop his immediate forward momentum he hoped that Aiko could take care of herself. The other elves met his charge and seemed to think that their natural dexterity would give them an advantage, though the large Asuran warrior proved otherwise, his reflexes faster than even they might have anticipated. Black claws ripped away the armor of one, leaving deep furrows along the male's chest, though his elven thinblade sliced along Okoru's ribs. With a roar that shook the earth, Okru turned, graceful on the balls of his feet, claws digging into the forest earth and providing grip as he ducked another blow from the female elf just in time to see the stag come to Aiko's aid. The other archer kept his distance, looking for a clean shot as Okoru and the two swordsmen fought. One got too close to the Great White Lion and found themselves in a world of pain as the eight foot warrior snapped the arm, not even aware which one it was until a feminine scream ripped through the air. The female tried to pull away, but Okoru held fast and swung her, using her as a weapon against her comrade, the two colliding in a tangle of limbs and with cries of both surprise and pain before fangs found their throats and Okoru ended them both in a spray of blood that seeped into the forest floor. Turning with a predatory snarl the last of the four, the archer that had been trying to get a bead on him, seemed to find his senses and willingly jumped into the river, swimming fast to get away. Seeing no reason to give chase, for if they'd fond them once then they would do so again, Okoru turned to see if Aiko needed his assistance, scooping up the ivory statuette from the ground lest Ruin be lost in the melee.
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The fourth was kept from the group as the stag snorted and stomped his hooves. With every cut the stag suffered Aiko's presence healed the massive beast's flesh. The stag stood with his head high watching the fourth elf swimming away. Panting Aiko sat on the Stag's back with the grass sword dripping in blood but it disintegrated as the blades departed in the light breeze. The dark coated stag turned and slowly approached Okoru in which Aiko dismounted the beast before he turned taking off into the woods. Okoru... Rushing to him as her bloody hands moved over his form trying to see if he had suffered from any wounds. Unaware what she had done herself as her mind was on the White Lion who risked his life for her. Looking to the bodies on the ground she turned away as her face turned green, universal sign of her about to get sick. We need to get out of here. Her hands were still warmer than usual as she kept clasping and unclasping them but soon as Ruin appeared the soil around her feet pushed her upwards that launched her onto Ruin's back. Shifting Aiko ran her hands through Ruin's mane with her looking to Okoru unsure if the blood was his or the elves he killed. Once he was mounted behind her she looked to the sky for a few moments then turned Ruin Northward along the river banks. Come on Ruin!
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Okoru was hurt, but not bad, though bled from several cuts along his hide. The White Lion would never complain about such trivial wounds though and remained silent as Aiko's healing warmth knitted skin back together, leaving pink scars that would lessen over time. Ruin was soon under them again and they were off, heading to the River Kingdoms to the north. It would be at least another day, but the tireless horse beneath them carried them swiftly along the riverbank, the one elven archer having been swept to the south along the current. Another couple of hours saw the sun peeking over the horizon and Okoru bid Aiko to stop so that they could rest. It will do us good to sleep and eat something Aiko. he insisted, and once they found a suitable clearing the magical cottage was brought into existence much the same way Ruin was. The horse was put away, tucked into Okoru's pack as the statuette, and Okoru bid Aiko to enter the cottage - the interior of which was cozy with a nice kitchen and a table, a large washroom and a huge hanging bed. You can bathe first if you desire Aiko, and I will prepare some food. Okoru told her, allowing her her privacy as he went to fix something to eat, the kitchen magically stocked with all manner of ingredients.
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The ride was quiet but she was on high alert while she looked around waiting for another ambush. Hours went by with the sun rising knowing Ruin needed rest and so did they. Alright. Following his direction but something beckoned her to a spot where she stopped with him helping her down to have Ruin return to his little statue form. In his place a small cottage appeared before the two. This was the first time she experienced such magic but she was more than willing to learn. Stepping inside she looked around to see there was one hanging bed, hammock? No, full bed attached to the rafters of the cottage. She blushed at the thought of the two sharing the bed but shook her head knowing she wasn't going to allow him to sleep next to her. Aiko was still a virgin in many ways. Even when Princes came with their parents the moment to steal a kiss was killed by Okoru's mere presence. For awhile she didn't forgive Okoru for ruining her chance to have a first kiss, to be embraced or to have her hand held. Though after awhile she did forgave him for his actions. Are you sure? Looking down at herself then at him as if comparing the two of them. There she noticed a few pink fresh scars. Okoru, how did you get those? Her strides were long as she touched the scars with a worried look in her eyes. Though it did hit her that the Stag was wounded but it was soon up and charging. Wait, I did this...I healed you but how? Elves don't cast spells or use nature as a weapon. Stepping away from him as her mind was racing with what was going on. Okoru, I'm scared....What am I? She looked up at him scared as she was lead to believe she was a pure elf.
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Okoru's keen senses heard the rapid beat of her heart, the way the blood rushed through her veins, and the Great White Lion sighed. He had seen and felt how her magic affected him, and knew that she was coming into her own, that the powers brought by her mixed blood would manifest soon. Though it was her plea, the distraught tone of her voice, that brought the deep sigh from Okoru. Turning to her the Asura gestured to the bed. You should sit my Princess. he would tell her, and whether or not she did, he would soon reveal to her what he knew. You are no mere elf Aiko. As you may know, your mother struggled for years to bring an heir to Iadara. To the throne of Kyonin. No seed would take root in her belly and so she beseeched the Goddess for help. The very next day a vanguard announced the imminent arrival of one of the Sidhe lords, a Roya Fae. Come to broker trade with your people. This Sidhe lord and your mother came to an agreement, and your birth was the product of those two great Houses. To keep you safe your mother kept your true father a secret, though in reality you have legitimate claim both to your mother's throne and also the throne of the Summer Court of the Fae. As you grow older and reach your true age of majority, I am sure that the powers of your lineage will become more prominent. Okoru told the tale, searching her face for some reaction, unsure if she would ne overjoyed at the news, or apathetic, or worse yet, angry. It was a lot of responsibility, but in truth she had the power, and the bloodline, to unite the elves and the Fae. Ties to the Old Blood ran in her, and Okoru knew that this was a lot to take in - so many changes in such a short time. I am sorry, my Princess, for my part in the deception, but it was for your safety, as this journey now is as well.
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Aiko moved to the bed and sat in silence as he told her of who her possible father was and what she was. With a blank look on her face as she was running through the whole thing of this being kept a secret plus many other things were going through her head. With the sensation of being light headed she took a deep breath to keep from passing out. So...My bloodline was kept a secret to keep me safe. I am guessing...from...Everyone which would explain why every time I asked about my father I was sent away, ignored or yelled at. The words of having legitimate claim to both thrones didn't reach her ears. Slowly Aiko got to her feet and if it was true about a silent woman is a deadly woman then she'd back up that claim. She didn't look at Okoru as the air around her grew ice cold that frost even form along the wooden floor boards. The muscles in her jaws twitched as she wanted to say something but she didn't know what to say. Overwhelmed with emotions she turned from him to pass through the only door there that lead to the washroom. There she slammed the door and locked it behind her but she turned the water on at full blast soon as she was under the rushing waters she began to cry. So those dirty looks from the council members the crude remarks she heard from the hand maidens the feeling of being alone there even under Okoru's watchful eyes she felt out of place. Often when she felt all of this she often pushed it aside as being over emotional times. Now she knew the truth, she was a half breed that others looked down upon. Coughing hard as she ran out of tears as her throat had tighten up to the point it was hard to breath. She knew of their herbs to abort pregnancies and there most have been something about her father that made her mother think he was a viable donor. Coughing once more before she ran her hands over her aching form to clean it of the blood but as she looked at her clothes to see the washroom had turned them into sleeping clothes, baggy pants with a tunic. After getting dried off she got dressed before slipping back into the open to see the massive lion there. There had been something special about him for her to have and keep me to raise me. Though why did you choose to give up your rank to protect me?
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Seeing that she was upset, and feeling it as well, Okoru let Aiko depart to deal with her feelings and busied himself in the kitchen, making a hearty stew for them that by the time she was done washing was over the fire, sending wonderful smells through the interior of the cottage. She was dressed in clothes more suitable for sleeping and Okoru was about to go and also prepare himself a bath when her next question hit him like a thunderbolt. Of course he had known this day would come, and his oaths did not carry beyond Iadara in this instance and he could no longer hide things from her. Turning to her the looming Asura sighed. From the moment you were born I was in love with you. Not the sort of love between a man and a woman, but between a father and a daughter. You were not mine, but Asurans only give their lives to one other being, and we mate for life. I gave up all other goals in my life and devoted myself to you out of love. I knew that I would always be at your side, and though when you were a babe I only devooted you my spirit, as you have grown I have devoted you my heart as well, Princess Aiko. I will never give myself to another the way I have given myself to you, and that will not change even should you gain the throne and take a King to be at your side. I am, and always will be, your Great White Lion. Okoru's words were spoken with honesty and though he met her gaze as he had started, by the time he was done he was afraid of her reaction and held himself stiffly, expecting a reprimand. To those that knew his people it was clear that he had sacrificed everything for her. As far as he was concerned, she was his wife, if not in body or spirit, then in his heart. He was hers, completely, to do with as she so desired, and he would spill his lifesblood for her if all she did was ask it of him. I am going to go and bathe now... Princess. he told her, his voice quiet, and he would turn and move to the washroom to prepare.
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The morning air was still as he told her that when he first saw her even as a baby he fell in love with her, well as a Father would for a child. So did his love turn from nurturing to a being who loved her for her. A tear rolled down her cheeks as he turned away but she was smiling. Better make sure you do get nice and clean. I do want to hug my Great White Lion for everything thing he has done for me. With a smile she looked at his broad back, the very same back he often turned on her in training to teach her to valuable lessons and tough love. While he was gone she grabbed a bowl and poured some of the stew for herself but as she sat by the fire. Even though she was at sexual maturity age for decades but the thought of taking on a lover never ended her mind. To take a lover, even if it was Okoru would be a conflict of interests to ensure her safety, her kingdom's or kingdoms' safety. The more she thought about it even with all of the emotional and overwhelming information she's been given, he stayed. Okoru was her rock in all of this mess she was placed in. He was going to be here or there when it all gets sorted out in the end. That thought of him being there made her smile that he will be there while she figured who she truly was and will become. Though she didn't know what type of feelings she had for Okoru just yet as well she never thought of him in that light. When she heard the door creaking she looked up as her long auburn hair was drying in slight waves over her shoulder.
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I will cleanse my body for you Aiko. Okoru said, his tone serious. Once in the washing room he would take off his baldric and his clothing, his bits of armor, until all that was left was his white-furred form. Lowering himself into a fresh tub of steaming hot water he bathed with a scentless soap, lathering his mane several times and finally rinsing thoroughly. Once done and stepping from the tub he could see that the magic of the cottage had cleaned his articles as well, mended it in areas and he dried and then was careful in the brushing of his hair so that by the time he was done his fur shined and his mane fell in pale waves. Though technically naked, the Lion exited the room sans clothing of any sort, having neglected to take anything with him to change into. Of course he was sheathed and nothing was showing, though like the wild and feral animals he resembled, his balls hung heavy between his legs - though the Princess would have to learn of such things in her own time and Okoru was not modest. Grabbing the magical knpasack he pulled a simple loincloth from it and slipped it on and then turned to the kitchen, his nearly nude form rippling with muscle as he moved. Is the stew to your liking? he asked, knowing that it was hearty and filling. Moving past her he grabbed a bowl and the ladle and got a healthy portion and checked the oven, finding two small loaves of bread. Grabbing those as well he soon took a seat at the table and would begin to eat. With any luck we'll make the River Kingdoms by tomorrow morning. he told her. Perhaps there we might find one of those airships to take us further north, if you think you might like that. he suggested, and he found the idea a bit frightening, but fascinating as well.
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When he walked out she glanced over to see he was mostly naked. Her face turned bright red as she looked away from him trying not to look at him. True he wasn't the modest type but she was taught to be a Lady of Iadara or well by her mother's standards which was high. Even if Aiko seen him without or with very little clothing just being without so much made her blush. When he moved over to the pot she tried not to look at him knowing his male organs hung low. The stew is good. Why shouldn't we give it a try to fly on the...Thing. While we're running we should atleast take in some of the sights and act more like tourists than just runaways. Shrugging her shoulders as she finished her stew then placed the bowl away to have it cleaned and disappeared. Aiko returned to Okoru and hugged him from behind with her burying her face in his soft mane. Her soft lips moved to his ear and whispered to him softly as she smiled. Thank you for being tough on me and being there when I needed you. Her grip tightens on him before letting go as her hands moved over his shoulders. She made her way to the large hanging bed and crawled up under the covers. The bed swung slightly due to her movements but laying on her side facing him she nestled the soft pillow as the blanket was up to her shoulder.
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Even as he pulled on the lojcloth and secured it, making sure he was covered and snug, Okoru could see Aiko blush and he smiled. She was adorable and though she was a woman grown, it was nice that he could make her blush. His great height put her just a little taller than his waist and so as he ate it was a good thing he was seated and he reached up one massive paw-like hand to pat her arm and feel her soft skin under the pads of his fingers, his claws retracted so they would not harm her. You are very welcome Princess, and I would do it all over again. he admitted. Watching her as she moved to crawl into the huge hanging bed, his golden eyes were full of kindness and wisdom, and once he had eaten he grabbed a pillow from his pack and laid down on the floor close to the bed, stretching out his great frame and falling into a slumber that would last most of the day. Hours later Okoru would awaken, the sun slipping below the horizon and his bladder screaming for relief and he got up, moving into the washroom to empty his bladder and wash a bit before coming back out to make a meal to break their fast.
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Her sleep itself wasn't peaceful like his as it was filled with glares, insecurities, rage and worry. In the middle of her sleep she often sat up in a cold sweat to see Okoru laying there on the floor asleep. To know he was there was a comforting thought which soothed her back to sleep. Her nightmare didn't stop even when she went back to sleep. What coaxed her back to reality was him rustling about but thankfully she opened her eyes when he was in the kitchen cooking. Groggy she sat up rubbing her eyes as her hair did look a mess as it looked like a puff ball. Okoru...Stop calling me Princess. Smirking as she shifted to sit on the edge of the bed and her feet couldn't touch the ground. Stretching her arms above her head before jumping down to move to the washroom where she brushed her hair then got re-dressed in her traveling clothes. Yawning as she walked back out and sat at the table before slipping her boots back on. You shouldn't be calling me Princess while we're out since it draws to much attention perhaps from unwanted people. She had taken his warnings to heart though now she wondered if her powers were showing now because of her elf blood? Did she hit a special age for things to start happening? Though she smiled over at him as him admitting his feelings to her did affect her in a positive way as she was starting to look at him as more than a protector.
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Okoru had learned to sleep lightly, and though he did not stir as Aiko would wake up throughout the night, he was aware and knew that she would peek over the side of the bed. It made him feel good to know that she looked to him in such a way, and so in the morning he gave her a nod as she went to the washroom and he had to agree with her. I only call you Princess when we are alone. Out on the road you are Aiko. But I do agree and will use your name from now on. he told her and then chuckled, You can call me Okoru. he joked, and would bring her a small breakfast bowl with fresh fruit and sugared cream and a honeyed biscuit. Truth be told there was no small bit of relief that he'd come clean about his feelings for her and though he viewed her as the grown woman she was, and his heart was hers, he knew that she would never accept him as anything more than a protector, and he was fine with that. Merely being around her and having her in his life was satisfying enough for him. And a Lion could always dream. Couldn't he? The sun is almost down Aiko and we'll be off soon. Hopefully we run into no more trouble tonight. he said. Once they both had eaten and were ready to be on their way, Okoru got into his traveling clothes and grabbed his weapons, and offered a couple of blades to Aiko as well. Soon it seemed they would be ready and once they would step out of the cottage Okoru would shrink it down and put it in its pouch, drawing out Ruin's little statue and bringing the horse back to them, the beast stamping it hooves in anticipation of a good run. Once on the beast they were off again, once more following the river northward and without interruption they would cross the borders and be out of Kyonin by morning.
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At his joke she couldn't help but bust out laughing and for once in a long time it felt good to laugh though this laughter felt different. Perhaps maybe there was no secrets anymore? Whatever the case was, there she stood after the breakfast she holstered the two blades he gave her. Compared to him they were daggers but for her they were swords. Once outside she looked to the evening skies knowing they weren't out of Kyonin yet but she was starting to get homesick. After hearing Ruin's infamous stamping of his hooves she turned, grasping his wrist she swung up behind him. Settling in behind him as she held on to his sides. They were off once more only to stop once in awhile for bathroom breaks only. Just as they crossed the lines of Kyonin she was sitting in front of him, asleep. Her auburn hair mingled with bits of his white fur and his warmth was what did her in with them transferring into open areas. With the sun rising she opened her eyes seeing wide open areas with feral horses galloping away with horned smaller horses as humans called them Bison. Wow... Smiling as she reached up over her shoulder touching his pectoral. Though she reached down into his own pouch and pulled a map out. We can follow the river further North Daggermark or hit the Sevenarches but I don't know what these settlements hold for us. Or the settlements are cities or a ride by.