Ep. 45 - Tip of the Tongue (2)

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**Tip of the Tongue (2)** is the forty-fifth episode of Eros Conquers All. It was released on February 3rd, 2022.

## Plot

Kai runs through the halls to Mira's office and attempts to tell Mira something, but is interrupted by Mira's declaration to Lavi over a phone call that Cairn is a death god. She explains that all of the guests invited by Cairn were survivors of near-death experiences, and that she had only been using the name "Cairn" for about five years, around which time a series of disappearances related to her began. Mira suggests that Cairn's true name might be Hades, but Lavi disagrees and says that Hades was not the god of the dead. As Lavi states that something about their findings bothers her, Kai once again tries to talk to Mira and is quickly hushed. Lavi explains that the goddess of death, Persephone, was often called by a different name since it was believed that saying her name would invite her influence, and that Cairn might be in a similar situation. She then comments on the strangeness of Sol not knowing Cairn's true name and suggests that the answer to her identity might not lie within mythology. -UNDER CONSTRUCTION-

Mira realizes the gravity of the situation and panics, telling Lavi to contact her as soon as she has another lead. While ranting about her stress, Kai shouts to interrupt her and say that an anonymous person gave him Cairn's location within the mortal realm. He asserts that it may be enough to contact Eros, even if they are unable to enter her domain. Mira asks about the identity of their informant, but Kai dismisses her concern as they have no other leads. However, Mira continues to protest, saying that the address given is too far for them to travel. Kai suggests using a shortcut, much to Mira's dismay.

Meanwhile, Rue appears within Cairn's exhibition room in the Papillon de Nuit Art Gallery. She looks around and, after confirming Eros' absence, attempts to blink out of the room. To her horror, Rue realizes that her blinking ability is no longer working.

In Cairn's studio, Eros continues to taunt Cairn by stating that the irregularity of a god's death would undoubtedly draw a lot of attention, especially from the god of death herself. Cairn clarifies that she is the god of the end rather than the god of death, but that she no longer holds that title after an unexplained event, the details of which she has no recollection. She reaffirms that Cairn is her present truest name as a result of her change. Eros compliments her for surviving the event but continues to assert that her aspect is related to death due to her interest in him. He tells her that multiple gods have tried to kill him, with every attempt ending in failure, and then invites her to try her hand at it. Cairn remarks that he sounds disappointed. Eros seems to ignore her statement and replies that if she fails to kill him, he will take control of her domain. Cairn poses the question of whether or not love can conquer death before putting down her painting utensils and approaching Eros, seemingly taking his suggestion. Eros is startled when Cairn sits on the chaise lounge with him and gives him permission to feed on her.

## Characters

*Characters are listed in order of appearance.*

* Kai
* Mira
* Lavi
* Rue
* Eros
* Cairn

## Notable Locations

* Mira's Office
* Papillon de Nuit Art Gallery
* Cairn's Studio