Moa and Enoch  in the Chamber

[12:13] Enoch He enters the prison and sees a mortal, with an authoritarian tone he says "bring Dex or someone who works in the prison" he somewhat angry says "I come with Moa and a mortal, he will know why we came"

[12:14] Celina ignores Enoch for a moment, her eyes on Draven. Ears going back, she pulls in a shaky breath, wings and tail pulling tightly to her body. "D-dad is busy, he's in a meeting. Basically everyone is. You'll.. need to come back."

[12:16] Moaϊʂϊʂ Blackheart (moaisis): She nods once, the subtle shift of her chin sharpened by the widening of her smile. As they move together into the chamber, the air grows colder, heavier, the walls seeming to pulse with unspoken oaths and judgment yet to be cast. Her gaze drifts slowly across the space, eyes like twin voids scanning the gloom. Then Enoch asks the one present to get teh Judge, his voice low but commanding. She watches, eyes narrowing to slits, as the creature dares to ignore Enoch, she holds the leash with authority. Insolence, or stupidity, either would cost dearly here. The thud of her staff against the ground cuts through the chamber like a divine hammerfall, final and echoing. The spirits recoil, then surge upward, feeding on the tension. “Get the Great Judge,” she commands, no please, each syllable sharpened by displeasure. She grips the leash with purpose, yanking it once, hard, dragging the bound wretch closer as a reminder that no soul escapes her grasp, not here. “He is bound,” she hisses, there it is, unmistakabl, the scent of fear. Not just lingering, but fresh.

[12:21] Jochi as he flew snarled ready too kill the wolf but realized who had him on  a leash he landed near the dias and near celina.

[12:25] Enoch He closed his eyes, visibly irritated, and spoke through clenched teeth:

"I don’t think you understand me. I didn’t ask where he was. If I’m calling for Dex, it’s for a reason—not because I want to have tea with him, kiss him on the cheek, or become his friend.

Moa and I brought someone who stirred up trouble. It’s not my concern, but since Moa is still someone I protect, I want Dex—so he’ll leave the Nest alone because of this damn dog."

[12:27] Celina watches Moaisis for a moment, not phased by the demons at all. Her focus and fear was on Draven. Shaking her head again, "No, I told you, he's busy. I will not interrupt them." Though she was shaking slightly, she held her ground. "Bring him back later or make an appointment to speak with da- the Judge at a later date." Seeing Jochi, she relaxed a decent lot.. but was still tense because Draven was here. Hearing Enoch, she crosses her arms. "I said No. Take him back, the Judge is busy."

[12:30] draven malakai looks up a celine with ears flattened "i am sorry for what i did to you kitty i was cursed by a demon with lust and you were in the wrong place at the wrong time please forgive my sins and have mercy"

[12:34] Moaϊʂϊʂ Blackheart (moaisis): She hears the casual excuse, that the Great Judge is occupied and her eyes shift, cold and unamused, to the daughter who dares to ignore Enoch's presence, daughter or not this will not be tolerated of a sinner. Her voice slips out like a poisoned blade, mocking and sharp “Do you want to bring this one to him?” A cruel smirk flickers at the edge of her lips, but it vanishes the instant Jochi steps into the chamber. Her posture hardens. Finally. Her chance. Her fingers tighten around her staff, knuckles turning white as her fury coils beneath her skin, waiting. “Doom to you,” she greets him, her voice flat, formal. There is no mistaking her intent. She stands tall, unyielding, and her words follow like thunder behind the quiet looking briefly to Enoch, then to Jochi and Xariun. Enoch angered, about the disrespect, at least is what comes across. ".. he is right.. this trouble is my gift to him, for reparation.. But...to clarify one thing,” she says, each syllable deliberate “do not think I bring this filth for punishment alone.” Her eyes bore into Jochi now, unwavering. “And I will not, will not accept that those who attack the Nest, even if they crawl from the Prison, go unchecked. As Maire did with another, attacking the property of Princess Franny. Threatening Nestlings, trespassing where they are not welcome, not this way.” Her voice grows colder, her authority undeniable. “I bring this one now, but I will expect reparation for every intrusion upon the sacred grounds of the Nest. Even the side of the chamber is not exempt from consequence.” The spirits stir violently, hissing through the mist, sensing her wrath and craving release.  “Even though you are his daughter,” she begins icy “I will not take orders from you.” Her gaze sharpens, twin voids fixed on the girl with sovereign contempt. “I am teh Warlord of the Nest... He is here for his punishment, curse or not. That truth lies in the hands of the Great Judge, and he alone shall strip it bare. And I,” she adds, voice lowering to a quiet, chilling tone, “am not one to be dismissed. Not even in this chamber.” she eyes xariun and nods curtly

[12:46] Xariun Riun made his way up from the depths of the Chamber with a soft sigh. He was glad to be beyond such mortal constraints such as migraines with the constant stream of events of recent. 

As he stepped out from the small temple he paused. The corners of his lips turned down in a frown as he approached what ever the unfolding situation was with his hands clasped behind his back. He overheard the words being spoken, his brow quirking before he sighed.

He came to a stop as he listened to the concerns and demands being put forth, but shook his head once more. He cleared his throat to call attention to himself before speaking aloud, his voice carrying on a current of light mana to make sure all heard him. "Draven has already been captured and presumably met his punishment for his deeds.. While we appreciate your keen adherence to maintaining peace between our two groups.. We have no need to further punish this creature." 

His gaze slid over those present, resting briefly on Celina before he turned back to"As for your rank within the hierarchy of Hell..." His eyes narrowed slightly as he continued. "You are a Warlord of the Nest. Your authority is respected here, but not required. Just as it is inversed." He relaxed some then, letting out a soft breath. "Should you have issue with any of our own, especially if they are overstepping and attacking property or personnel, you can bring the issue before the Council or either of the Judges. In most cases, if the punishment is warranted, we will hardly blink should you take some matters into your own hands should it not impair our daily workings."

Once he'd finished addressing that particular issue, he lifted his chin slightly. "What else have you brought Draven here for, if not just for punishment? To my knowledge, we consider the matter closed and the mortal banished from our walls to be attacked on sight.."

[12:51] Enoch He grows increasingly furious and says:

"Let me tell you something... There was once a time when someone walked this realm with an ego towering above the heavens. He, too, worked in the prison. He was also a judge. His arrogance claimed that mortals should do the fighting for him—because he would never dirty his own hands. It was foolish... yet sometimes, it worked."

"That leader... was ultimately consumed by his own pride. But I understood him—because he was a demon. But you? A pathetic mortal daring to command me? Even if you work in the prison, you are still nothing more than a damned mortal. And I deserve respect. Even if you are Dex’s daughter... didn’t they teach you that?"

"Didn’t Dex teach mortals not to come bearing threats, lest we erase them from existence? You are mere toys to Hell. Dex named you his daughter because he has his reasons. But I will say this one last time: go find Dex. Because if I have to go looking for him..."

"I will make sure that what that mortal did to you will feel like nothing. And Dex… will not be able to stop me. Do you know why?"

"Because I am no mortal. Not like that filthy dog."

"I tolerated prison scum barking orders at members of our guild. I swallowed my wrath when they summoned my father with a letter. But now you, a mortal, dare to command me?..."

"This… will become a far greater matter than you can possibly imagine."

[12:52] Jochi looked at the others and then up to celina,  he sent a little shadow around her, unseen but felt as a protection and comfort.  LIfted his head and shook it a bit.  " I'm sorry we can't interrupt the judge" as he was very busy and sadly nothing they could do.  ,He growled at draven " do not speak to her!!!!!" Looking to Moasis and kept his gaze on her unwavering as she spoke and he listened his eyes like dead lights of shifting purples. " I brought your issue to the great judge, he will take care of it I'm sure". did pass out a very very lengthy report to the great judge and vice.  " I agree though, no prison mortal should be allowed to doing such things and should be held accountable. Thank you both for being so Hospitable and bringing the criminal to face his crimes but I had punished him already " said to both Moasis and Enoch " It is very deeply appreciated " he gave a light bow of respect. " I do apologize as the great judge is unreachable ." actually was serious he had a good supply of blood on hand. and motioned to Xariun who said the word of the court though surprised a bit he just nodded to what he said. jumps up to stand near celina and keep between her and the wolf.

[12:55] Trouble (Dragon Form) arrives and sees Jochi guarding Celina, he also steps in front of Jochi and guards both Jochi and Celina

[12:59] Celina hearing Draven, she growls and hisses. "You had control over yourself, I know you did. You actively chose to do that to me and I will NOT forgive you for it." Tail thrashing behind her angrily as her wings arched and flapped. "You deserve no mercy for trying to take what was not yours, for trying to force me to carry your litter. I am not and NEVER will be your mate." She seethes, claws curling into her palms enough to pierce the skin. 

Gaze moving to Moaisis as they speak, her eyes narrow. Remaining quiet as they spoke, until she was spoken to directly. "I don't care if you're some hotshot demon, my answer is the same. He is busy, come back later." For that, she kept her voice level, neutral, but the hatred for Draven was still present in her tone. Glancing to the gate they'd simply opened and walked through, she frowns, speaking up after Riun finished with his mic drop. "Also, don't forget the Chambers have a horn. Make use of it next time instead of just walking in. Even I, a mortal, knows that much." Then crosses her arms, light golden blood dropping slowly from her palm as a result of her claws. 

Raising a brow at Enoch, she tilts her head. "I didn't threaten you, not in the slightest. I wasn't NAMED his daughter, I am his daughter. I'm his blood. I hear your threat and will be sure to let dad know of it." 

Felt Jochi's energy but didn't relax, she was still shaking.. but from rage or fear, that was unknown. Stepping closer to Jochi, she'd gently try to reach out and hold his arm if allowed, not to stop him but more so to ground herself.

[13:01] Hound stepped from the Judge's chambers, eyes suddenly scouring the plethora of resonance. He came to a halt hearing the tone from one of them, growling to another. He didn't interject.

[13:01] Trouble (Dragon Form) growls deeply..."Why is he back? Why..IS...HE....BACK?!"...fire was starting to form at his mouth

[13:12] Moaϊʂϊʂ Blackheart (moaisis): As expected, Memox erupts, predictable, like rot blooming in the damp corners of diplomacy. The Witch Queen’s chest rises once, a controlled breath beneath her armor of restraint, but the flames reflected in her eyes flicker faster, wild, mirrored in the pitch of her black voids. Jochi’s voice, in contrast, seeks to pacify, to redirect the inevitable fury that pulses through the veins of her kind. Yet it is futile. Chaos and wrath are not deviations, they are demons nature. Her grip on the binds tightens, a harsh yank pulling them taut around Draven, the leash high, as if presenting the beast to the gallows. “To clarify any rumors,” she says, her tone sharp and echoing, “this wolf does not belong to me. He is new to the Nest, and he has proven nothing. So far, he brings only trouble.” Her voice does not rise, but it cuts through the chamber like frost through bone. She listens as Xariun speaks, and a low, eerie chuckle rises from her throat, almost imperceptible, woven in multiple pitches like a dissonant chord of amusement and threat. She tilts her head, gaze still forward, unshaken. “I brought this wolf here because I deemed it fit,” she says coldly. “I am not here to justify myself. aaaand.. I deal with trespassers, and so should the Chamber. If they fail, I will not.” She lifts her hand, the magical binds glowing and pulsing as they cinch around Draven once more, proof that he cannot escape. “As I have already said,” she continues , “Maire and another from the Chamber attacked members of the Nest in the Nest. Whether I handle that myself is my decision. If my word counts for nothing in this place, then why should the word of the Great Judge hold weight within my Nest?” Her gaze narrows, sharp as broken obsidian, drilling into Xariun with contempt. “And since you just arrived, perhaps you’d do better asking those who stood here before you, before speaking to me as if I were beneath your command.” Her tolerance is unraveling, thread by thread, worn thin after repeated violations of her domain. The scent of injustice still clings in the air, unaddressed, unatoned. When the imp enters, she barely shifts her head but acknowledges it with a subtle glance. “Even if the Great Judge has no time,” she states firmly, “I brought Draven here for punishment. I will not entertain whispers, rumors, or lies. I do not need approval, nor permission. And I wont come back being ordered like a minion filth..” She looks again to the assembled, the leash now high above her, stretched and trembling as Draven hangs beneath it like a beast awaiting sentence. “As I already said,” she repeats with emphasis, her tone heavier, colder, “he will determine whether Draven is cursed or not. That is his task. Mine is done.” Her eyes sweep over them all icy. She is ready to cast off the leash, leave behind this chamber of indecision and hypocrisy, and return to the path carved in bone and silence. Her patience, already frayed and scorched, finally snaps. The chamber, heavy with tension, seems to still beneath the weight of her voice as it rises, low, cold, and lethal. Her void-black eyes lock onto the mortal who dares challenge her with commands, and her voice slithers through the air like a curse etched in stone. “And you, mortal…daughter or not... will watch your mouth.” she begins, every word pronounced like a verdict “you are none to order me.” Her grip tightens on the binds as she yanks Draven’s leash, dragging him closer, the tendrils coiling tighter like chains forged in malice. Holding the leash to Jochi “If I take him, you can retrieve him yourself. I will not return like some simpering fool to beg for access again. So rather one who is of sanity.. Jochi.. I will pass you his leash.” She turns her gaze to the chamber, memorizing their expressions, how they stand, how they watch, how they treated her. Her tone drops into something deeper, more dangerous, as she continues. “And the Great Judge will not sound teh Nest's horn for his arrival, he is welcomen anytime, why shall I then like I am some obedient dog at your gates.” The shadows lash around her, the spirits stirring like a rising storm. “And if one more attack touches the Nest, the consequences will burn. Those who act against the word of your Warlord, the one who stands above you all.” She doesn’t shout. Holding teh leash to Jochi.  wanting to leave after the leash is past to him.

[13:22] Trouble (Dragon Form) growls even more as Moa approaches the dias...."WE DONT WANT HIM! HE IS BARRED FROM THE PRISON!"....he hisses. a small flame coming out of his mouth.

[13:26] Enoch Without caring who was speaking, he acted—for the first time. As he sees Moa being handed over to the dog, he says:

"Yes... go ahead, tell Dex he threatened you... for being a mortal. And tell him everything you were saying to me. Yes, to me."

He opens a portal, summoning shadows to swirl at his feet. Before stepping through, he turns and speaks once more:

"Ah, almost forgot. Happens sometimes—I forget things."

"If ever again, a mortal dares to disrespect or attack a member of the Nest… or anyone who serves the vampires... that mortal will die."

"Dex knows the consequences. He knows what happens to mortals."

"You are the lowest rung on the ladder. You are filth. You are nothing."

He pauses, glancing briefly over his shoulder.

"Thank you, Joshi... and thank you... I don’t know your name, but I imagine you work here."

And without waiting for a single word in return, he vanishes into the portal—taking Moa with him.

[13:28] Xariun Riun slowly turned to stare at the infernal that believed himself any right or ability to monologue or ignore him within the walls of the Chamber. If his glare could bore a hole through the infernal's skull... "You would do well to let the Queen speak on your behalf. I do not recognize you as anyone of station or rank. While you speak to a mortal, you speak to a mortal protected by the Great Judge. Your tongue will cease or it will be deceased." 

To Celina, his glare did not shift. His body, enhanced by the blood magic coursing through him, he easily leapt upon the dais. His stroll was casual, but it was quick. If Pharzuph did not interject or step between them, his hand would raise and with supernatural speed, he would swing to backhand Celina with enough force to send most mortals sprawling to the ground.

His gaze shifted downward to the draconic creature that was yelling and forming fire within his mouth. His words were soft, carried by mana and not easily overheard as the sound was directed to Trouble's ears. "Be mindful of how you act, little one. Lest I need to make an example for diplomacy.."

From there, he turned to Moasis as he heard her words. He laughed softly.. "You mince my words. I explicitly stated your authority is respected here and that it has weight. Simply that it is not required as this is not your domain. As for whether or not you will do as you will..." He snorted. "We will keep this in mind ourselves. While you claim no ownership of this dog, he still dwells within your Nest by your own admittance. That is your problem and your responsibility until you deem otherwise." He cared not for the threats underlying Moasis' tone and how she spoke to those present. "Do not come here to make demands or expect your will to be done. Your rash words after being clearly declined an audience will be remembered."

[13:32] Trouble (Dragon Form) heard something speak to him and he looks around confused.....but does back off apparently......"Who said that to me?"

13:32] Jochi luckily can't smell the blood, his mask was blocking out scents, put his wings up and let her hold is arm, he sensed that she was in need and was there also aware of how demons like to torment mortals and all his nice melted away to the demonic sentential form.  with a little wyvern on guard with him.  His gaze went cold as ice " easy trouble". he said to the lil dragon. but to moa he gave a low growl.  " that is enough...No one is being disrespectful, you know as well as I do there is a way to do things and if you were in a meeting we would not demand you at that moment and we would wait patiently for you.  Dex cannot leave his meeting." he moved forward and jumped down right in front of her to take the leash.  His eyes on hers and lifted his head.  " we adhere to all rules and trust me it is being taken care of, i'll take this curr off your hands " pulled the wolf down. nodded to enoch " If they attack you, they deserve their fate.  I just hope you bring the bodies back. " nodded to enoch.

[13:35] Jochi snarled as the wolf was handed to him " fuck!!!!

[13:38] Hound stood silently nearby, drinking in all that was transpiring. He said nothing, given he had no business with any of them, he was merely serving as voyeur to their struggles.

"All is chaos," Hound said softly, seemingly to himself. In reality, he was speaking to Xochitl, whether or not he responded. "And yet, the closest to normalcy I know, I yet cling to. Forgive me."

[13:38] draven malakai whimpers as he is handed over to jochi

[13:39] Celina kept quiet as Moaisis spoke, tilting her head slightly while trying to figure out who the fuck these demons were. The most she could figure out was they're of the nest and one is a Warlord.. whatever that is. "It's not like I want to order you to do much of anything, but as I keep telling you, dad is busy. I don't know how else to tell you that he's unavailable." Then shrugs. "As for the horn, it's the polite thing to do. I don't know you, so any agreement you have regarding that and this.. nest? I don't know about. So for that, I apologize." Effectively ignoring Enoch at this point, she turns curiously to the sudden demon approaching, only to get backhanded across the dias??? Hissing from the sudden hit and the pain of it, she raises a hand to her face while casually laying on her back. "Hh.. the hell? Why??" Sitting up slowly, the room spun.. so she didn't stand. "Who even are you people for me to deserve that??" She growls, confused as fuck and completely over the situation. For the moment, she was too stunned from the hit to process much else.

[13:47] Riun watched as the two infernals stepped through a portal and left. He let a low growl escape his lips before he turned to Jochi, "Jochi, please do what ever you'd like with the creature so long as you keep it outside of our walls. We have no need for it."

His gaze turned to Celina then and he frowned. He just gestured in the vague direction of the council paintings. "Pay attention to your surroundings before an imp takes your kidneys to sell in the Fourth Circle." He then gestured to where Moasis had been standing. "And that, that was the Queen of the Nest. She is a Warlord, one of four major rulers of the Second Circle and a peer to your father. Do not cross her unnecessarily or even Dex would be forced to submit you to some form of punishment. Your mortality sets you at the very bottom of our pits and you will need to claw your way out of the depths to prove your worth. Unless you are willing to simply be 'the Great Judge's daughter'." He paused then. "As for the other infernal, fuck him. He's no one. And

[13:47] Riun  he was someone, it does not matter now." 

He let Trouble stay confused, as he handled the situation with Celina..

[13:47] Xariun: (( And if he was someone* ))

[13:49] Jochi took the leash of the wolf and growled " looks like the Nest doesn't want you either boy...burning all those bridges.. gonna be a lonely life with your bullshit.. if you don't change , you will be nothing at all. ."  sadly as Jochi dropped down Xariun moved for the slap and he missed it but he did feel it and he growled low...he knew the reason and walked the path before but still  he about felt the sting on his own face and his eyes went too xian hard and angry and cold but he knew the disrespect to a warlord was not taken lightly.  just turned and took off seething in fury.

jochi felt the slap through the ichor .

and felt a deep rage like his twin.

tied the mutt in the tavern and vanished for a bit. 

(me resting)

 Part two of the plot thickens

Part 2-----------------------

[16:23] Celina remained quiet as Wolfy spoke, trying to keep track of everything.. including the fact bro didn't seem like he needed AIR at ANY part of that. it was a lot for her already struggling brain. Once she hears Vos being mentioned, and that he was being portrayed as some sort of untrustworthy traitor? She drops her jug, letting it shatter, and walks over to him. Leaning forward, she'd aim to grab Wolfy's shirt and pull him closer, just to slap him across the face. "Watch your fucking words. Vosathiel is so far beyond fucking loyal I don't know a term for it and I enjoy reading. Speak ill of him again in front of me and we will have genuine issues Do You Understand?" She growls, angrily, tail curling and uncurling behind her as she tries to keep her claws in, only letting him go (If she'd caught and hit him in the first place that is) if he agreed not to speak ill of Vos in front of her again. Not knowing Casey much at all, she didn't comment on them. Otherwise, whatever Wolfy said in that long no pause

[16:23] Celina:  rambling, she didn't remember a lick of it.

Hearing Titannia speak to her, her ear swivels towards the guardian, but her eyes remain locked on Wolfy.. "The -first- time I screamed, nobody heard me. This was the second time." She huffs through her nose, hard but slow.. then she looked at the lycan. "As for being a target, I've known this since the moment I was born here. Why do you think I've kept it quiet? Why I never mentioned my family? Why, even as Draven was forcing himself in me, I didn't say shit because of what I've been doing in the outpost likely causing issues for my dad if people knew? I didn't ask for this, but I'm trying to live with it the best I can." 

Hearing Jochi reassure that she wouldn't need to even attend any trial if she didn't want to.. she relaxed, a decent bit. Backing away from the counter, she'd cross her arms under her breast, lifting a hand to press her fingers against her temple. Even Jochi's words had begun to get muddled due to her rising headache from everything. Hearing

[16:23] Celina:  the request for the tour, she simply nods.. but leans to clean up the broken jug first. At least it was empty.. "Yeah.. a change of topic and scenery might be good right now." Ignoring any cuts from the jug's pieces, she'd finish cleaning the mess and move to exit the Inn unless stopped. Her mood was already struggling with the topic, but it got dropkicked thanks to the accusation on Vos.

[16:25] Pandemonium HUD: 🎲 [1d100]: Celiɳɑ иιgнтғaןן (prettykittycelina) rolled a 78.

[16:25] Pandemonium HUD: 🎲 [1d100]: Wölfchen (wmorningstar) rolled a 70.

[16:31] Wölfchen (wmorningstar) yelped as he's slapped! He let the sparkles dance, embellished by the shock that Celina would do such a thing. He looked down at the bar in shock and a few moments of shame. Then he curled his lip, remembering what the guy had done in the past. When Celina let go, he stood up and barked back, "YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT HE'S DONE!!" and in instinct combined with anger, he unsheathed his sword, staring at Celina with pure angelic fire, his heart on his sleeve and feelings borne for them all to read quite clearly. Nevertheless, his nose twitched as his senses swung into action, battle-ready. Mortal. He let the Light fade and wane away again. Celina was not a valid target of the Light's wrath and it was just a slap from hurt feelings after all. "If you'll excuse me... it's best I go meditate. But for reference... I warn you, Celina, Vosathiel is NOT innocent..." he growled the last as a warning. He give a brief glimpse to 

 [16:34] Titannia (titannia.macmoragh): Her gaze lingers on Jochi as he speaks, her expression unreadable ...  but not cold. There is calculation in her silence, yes... but also respect. She nods once, low and slow, when he speaks of the prison and the creatures of Hell. “Then we understand one another better than we did.” Her voice is lower now, less edged, though no less firm. “A sword unsheathed in the dark can still defend a gate... and sometimes the only ones who can see clearly are those who move where the light does not reach.” She lets that sit before turning back to Celina. The shift is visible, muscles easing, her hand leaving the glass, palm open now on the bar. “Forgive me, Celina... I was thinking as a warrior, not a witness. And not all wounds bleed in ways we can see.” Her head inclines with quiet gravity. “You were right to strike him. You were right to speak. And if you ever must again... you will not be alone.” She glances toward Wolfy, then toward the door where angelic fury

[16:42] Titannia (titannia.macmoragh):  once flared and then faded. A sigh follows, quiet and short.  “So many wounds in this realm are old and deep... and some are still healing. But we will do what must be done.”  Then, back to Jochi, her tone a touch lighter, though still deliberate:  “If she walks with you, I trust you’ll return her safe. And if you see the mailbox of Drake... perhaps it’s time I put thoughts to parchment. Gods know I have questions... and very few I’d dare ask most demons.” For until this moment she had no idea that the Emmisary could even be approached, having only seen him as a vague figure overseeing the Warlors of Hell in meetings. She steels her courage for approaching such a creature is creates.... anxiety of it's own.

[16:43] Caelum (Disguised): was totally horsing around and he kicked the door open to step inside, He came in and just looked around glancing bit his hooves stomped the tiles. THIS was caelum on a bored day.

[16:50] Jochi as Celina said what he was thinking, jochi eas good at containing any outbursts and remaining civil. but on the other hand he throughly enjoyed the words she spoke and gave a nod her way with a bit of a lift of his head and form like a guard that was ready to back up all of her, a large looming shadow that would eat anything in its way.  So glad his shadowy mask was like a plug that kept scents from going , the slap was palpable in the air and jochi watched that and sort of felt the satisfaction of it, he had to behave for his own reasons and even if it hurt.  He noticed the cuts on her and stared at them before lifting his head as the wolf then summoned his sword to show, he kept it hidden like all of what he does, spin of the giant lancer blade as it arched in the air,  the snap of dark energy and unholy corruption was thick upon it and he would smite the pup down in an instant like a dark paladin, . eyed the wolf till he left, the danger was thick in the air and he gave a small push of unholy force at t

[16:50] Jochi  heels of the pup when he left.  sheathed his sword and grinned  " my apologizes, didn't mean to show out in such a lovely place" as polite as ever as he looked to celina " I feel the same but, I can't let my feelings decide this.  I will gather all aspects".  was hard to hold back the rage but he managed though made sure to hide his sword back in the shadows again, so he was less threatening.    Gave a nod too Titannia respectfully to her words, he took in everything and moved in the dark .  " indeed. Thank you " was all he said as he regarded from one warrior to the other. "  straighted up and once outside he would let his wings reappear. "It is time, or hell will suffer.  I'm only one voice but more is needed.  speak your mind and do not hold back.  I will do the same.  You can ask me, some i can answer and some i cannot, that might be frustrating. " as he moved to the door and a horse strode in he moved aside. " Lets go Celina, you need some air.  also that was an amazing slap, shook the whole tavern"

[16:50] Jochi  was trying so hard to get away from the blood on the floor. " i can heal that you know" urging that on.

[17:01] Celina flinched from Wolfy's yell, but didn't shy away from his blade. She simply narrowed her eyes. "Do it, strike me down. I'm the daughter of a demon, after all." Her voice never raised, not even when she grabbed him before. She never yelled. Never. 

Watching Wolfy leave, she simply growled.. "I'm about over his bullshit.. He's been trying to pass off insults as jokes for days, then proceeded to call me weak, show me random unneeded memories, then insults one of the people I know most within the Chamber??" She shakes her head, scoffing, laughing in disbelief. "I don't- I don't think I want to be around him anymore. I let him in, told him more then literally anyone else. He was suppose to be a safe person- Dad even said so, yet he just, he pulled his WEAPON on me." Running a hand through her hair, she was beginning to crack. Too much shit, and it was all bottlenecking to the point black tears began to swell in her eyes.

Hearing Titannia's support only made her quiver a bit more, and she was trying

[17:01] Celina:  desperately to keep herself together. "Thanks.." She manages via whisper, flinching as the door's kicked open. Shifting her gaze towards it and finding a full on HORSE, she just laughs.. then follows Jochi, letting whatever words that were spoken hang in the air because she was mentally spiraling too damn much to keep up with the conversation. She didn't notice the cuts on her hands from the jug until they were pointed out, the light golden liquid dripping from her hands slowly. "Sure, if you want." She wasn't bothered by it right now. Her hands were covered in ash and various other substances from working all day.. She didn't know what to say.

 The wolf , cat , human and demon. 

The scandal 

[14:21] Wölfchen (wmorningstar) approaches with Celina and nods to the demon, letting the mortal do the talking as per the horn's etiquette, but gives a respectful greeting. "Hail, demon."

[14:24] Celina walks up to the gate, wiping her still very dirty hands on her also dirty dress. She'd been a workin bean for the past few hours. She felt the energy before she even looked up, but when she did, she smiled. "Jochi!" She purrs, then tilts her head. "Wait a min- Seriously, do I have summoning magic?? I mention a name and the person shows up. This isn't the first time it's happened." She questions, staring at her hands before looking back up at him. "Oh- sorry, ah.. I'm currently the only mortal here, so, howww can I help you?"

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[14:25] Jochi blew the horn at the village he waited till they walked closer, dark eyes gazing to wolf first then too Celina and he gave a light nod of his horned head His deep voice spoke to her." came to check up on you and see if you need anything. " had a concerned look." actually you can , i can hear my voice called in the shadows, but only if your heart is in it".   and gazed over too the wolf. "Greetings. I mean no harm," to be polite and ease any fears as the large demon had no ill intentions today.

[14:28] Wölfchen (wmorningstar) nods in acknowledgement. "No worries. If you're the one Celina was talking about... I think I owe you my thanks. Celina is very important to me. Us. That Draven character... is it settled or..?"

[14:30] Celina was a bit confused by that, until it clicked. "Ohh- I did tell Maire I'd be back, but then got distracted.. I'm sorry." Her ears flick back a bit at that. "I don't quite need much of anything, unless you want to help me bottle some liquors I made.. and I did sort of.." Then shakes her head, not wanting to admit what she'd said about him earlier. She didn't really know him enough to go making those claims.. Hearing Draven's name, she'd pull her wings in a bit. "Yeah.. we might have a bit to talk about. Join is in the Inn?" She offers softly.

[14:32] Jochi lifted his head and a brow as the wolf spoke his deep voice seemed to echo in the shadows near " She is very important to us no thanks is needed but it is appreciated.  Yes, I punished him deeply and left a mark of sin upon him.  I will be checking with the nest to see what they did with him. " the stoic sentinel was thorough with his work but left out the details for the sake of the judges daughter. Gave a grin to her " I can help with anything though, i'd love a tour later, i've never been in here. " nodded firmly. " but sure lead the way".

[14:34] Wölfchen (wmorningstar) nods, "I have news about that of my own to add to your report if you'd like. I've been doing some digging." He would follow to the Inn also.

[14:35] Celina murrs a bit happily. "Great~! I made a lot, Maire even tested some for me. The Inn here had only.. I think it was five drinks? It was depressing... sooo as the new barkeep, I upped the game." Purring as she walked back to the Inn. "I can totally give you a tour after, if you're still up for it. it's quite the cute area they've got here."

[14:38] Jochi followed and spoke as the got in gave a nod to wolf " oh yes please, anything to add to the report to the court is appreciated,  he is banished from the prison, if he walks in it will be my hand that will.." stopped there, aware details were not needed but his intent was deadly,.he sat down and looked at celina " oh good, sounds lovely.  I can't drink it but im sure the smell is lovely.  I would appreciate it. "

[14:42] Wölfchen (wmorningstar) nods, "Well, rumour is... and you didn't hear this from me and there's no proof of course... but the Queen put him up to it... through orders to another demon. Moaisis is deliberately annoying the Chamber and the Judge and the whole process. I think she's hungry for expansion. Getting the Judge's daughter raped is merely a mechanism to throw mud at and embarrass Dex. Sorry for talking like this Celina, but it seems you're but a pawn in her big game of Chess... or Chequers... or whichever game she's playing. Monopoly, probably, and the Chamber is Mayfair or Park Lane. Get the gist?"

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[14:45] Celina truthfully did not want to hear the details of how, and simply the results.. which seemed good so far. "Well, that's a relief. The Chamber doesn't feel as dangerous now.. to an extent." She murmurs, stepping back behind the bar. Grabbing the jug she'd set aside before, she moved to fill it from the array of barrels she'd placed on the floor. There were two of each kind; some clay, some wood, others in large glasses. Each jug filled she'd put initials on, likely of what the liquor was.. or not, who knew? Hearing Wolfy start on about that rumor again, she sighs. "You literally started that.. and I told you, it's not true." She grumbles. "I was just in the wrong place at the wrong time, as I tried to explain before.. He accused me of false crimes and harmed me over them, but in the end, he got his due repayments." Wanting to shut that down before it got any further then it had.

[14:49] Titannia (titannia.macmoragh) pushes open the tavern door with a slow, easy swing of her arm, letting the afternoon light spill briefly into the timbered warmth of the inn before it closes behind her. Bare feet silent on wood, golden anklets chiming softly, she steps into the familiar scent of hearthfire and old whiskey. Her leathers cling like a second skin, scarlet trim and burnished studs catching the flicker of lanternlight, while the fur-lined, spiked mantle on her shoulders marks her as Fairhaven’s blade... even off-duty. 

Her amber gaze sweeps the room once, a soldier’s scan... and softens slightly at the sight of Celina behind the bar. A faint smile tugs at the edge of her lips. Still here. That’s promising. Then to Wolfy, and here her posture shifts: relaxed, familiar. There's a glint of trust in her eyes as she inclines her head, an unspoken Well met, Brother. 

And finally... to Jochi.  

The tilt of her head changes, just slightly. Curious. He had vanished from the Second Circle like smoke through fingers... and now

[14:49] Titannia (titannia.macmoragh):  sits here like nothing's changed. Her expression remains neutral, but her gaze lingers. "Well now," she murmurs as she crosses toward the bar, voice low and edged with interest. "Looks like the tavern’s found both its rhythm... and a few unexpected guests." She slides onto a stool without ceremony, nodding to Celina. "Whiskey, if you please." A pause, then she glances between the others with that faint, unreadable smirk. "Someone tell me what I’ve walked into... or should I just listen awhile and figure it out myself?"

[14:53] Jochi made sure he was well fed before coming here,  his shadow mask was on tight it blocked out smells and today he needs too make sure he doesn't catch scent of anything.  A small imp came out of the shadows near him, propping up with a small scroll and quill, jochi let some shadow stuffs form near the imp so he could use it as ink and he began to write down what the wolf said.  Gazing back to Woflchen he nodded seriously and listened intently.  Upon hearing the news his dark expanded and jaw clenched an evil aura that was full of corruption was flowing out, but he caught himself and bit back his rage to become the calm stoic form that walked in with them.  " that is some serious accusations, do you have proof?  It won't be the first time...but i'll tell you it will be the last" his eyes shimmered in dark energies, flickering like small bolts. Forced a calm upon himself and his aura retreated to nothing.  He gazed at Celine and his features instantly softened, the care in the dark choir was felt as he truly w

[14:53] Jochi  concerned of her well being. " If i'm there, i'll make sure of it.   " Watching her witih the barrels he opened his arms pulling back the shadows and ichor on his hands " hand it to me, i'll help  and what crimes did he accuse you of, i'm sorry i know its' hard to talk about but i need all the information for the court.  if he comes near you, then you summon me. Scream my name in the shadows and i'll be sure to rend the ...boy down".  kept the details down but jochi was like his twin flame in that aspect known for brutality.  The door opening and the femme walks in, he turns and a slight grin under his mask. Did recognize her, he knew most though few knew the tabs he kept long ago.  His deep voice oozes out smooth " Well don't you look lovely. " wiggled his brows and was settled in as she ask and he drawled " Checking in on our pretty kitty and other work.  I mean no harm today " he did mean that, as the imp was still taking down notes for him.

[15:01] Celina furrows her brows as she turns to look at him. "And how's that? Nobody knew who I was until Matty and his- her- ugh. Their loud ass mouth went around screaming it. How was I a target when nobody knew I even existed?" Placing down a full jug she'd filled from the flamewood barrels, she writes the initials of SbB, corking it and storing it on a shelf.

 Noticing Titannia, she'd nod a bit. "Well well, just the person I wanted to see.. I have something for youu~" She purrs, then slips Titannia a long list of paper. "I've been a busy kitty. Let me know what you think and what you want to try." Then turns back to fill another jug, this time from ceramic pots.

"That's.. a good question. Do you have proof?" She echoed softly to Wolfy, then nods to Jochi. "Trust me.. if I see him again, people will know." She replies not much louder then a mutter, but she could be herd regardless. "If you want to help, you'd probably be of a bit more use back here with me. I'm just placing these into jugs for easier use.. I

[15:01] Celina:  don't wanna go carrying barrels around everywhere." She was purposefully skipping around the question of what she was accused of, trying to pick her wording carefully. "Ah.. he used some sort of fancy wording, but it racked up to calling me a traitor. Said I was relaying information to the angels, when I don't relay information to anyone of any side."

[15:03] Wölfchen (wmorningstar) gave a nod to Titannia and this reminded him that there should be some Absinthe somewhere in the bar and asked Celina for it and a tumbler before continuing. "Well, there's a demon, an angel and a mortal in a bar... and you just walked into it. It probably hurt?" he offered with a grin. He then continued his explanation, "Well, not proof, but there is a certain guild run by certain types of demons with pointy teeth and a fondness for red wine..." he looks to Titannia to see if she'll back him up on this knowledge. "You'll also recall," he looked to Jochi, "that the Queen wasted everyone's time with a rather weak and pathetic court case over a Heroic mortal attacking the Nest... such trivial things are expected in Hell and very rarely trouble the Courts. Moaisis merely used the excuse of the courts getting dusty to waste everyone's time with such things, shining a spotlight where one wasn't needed. This was one of many manoeuvres used to vex the Judge... deliberately. It's not the first time, either. You

[15:03] Wölfchen (wmorningstar):  see, I've done some digging into that new mortal fluffball known as Draven. He's new, young and impressionable... an excellent piece of cannon fodder for the Queen to use in such a way. See how it's all knitting together? Relay orders through another demon and it's easy to mistake Draven doing it off his own back. But he's a MORTAL... not a Nestling. A new one at that. See? Cannon fodder. As for who knows about you being the Judge's munchkin... my dear... you've no idea how... well... gossip gets around faster than I drink Absinthe. Yeah? Moaisis already knew about you months ago. Again, there's a certain guild that trades information and as much as I kept my mouth shut, others were flapping their lips like a roast beef sandwich. Get my meaning?"

[15:16] Titannia (titannia.macmoragh) murmurs softly: " Celestial Cask.... "  and then upon hearing Wolfy  the growl that rumbles in her chest is soft... not for threat, but for instinct. “I caught his scent once. That one...( Draven )  he isn’t wolf. He wears the shape, but something in him is wrong. The way a carcass is wrong when it walks without breath.” She lifts her whiskey, drinks, sets it down with a muted thunk. “I dismissed him as a fool. A dangerous fool, yes... but still. Now...” Her gaze lingers on Wolfy, sharp and calculating. “You think the Witch Queen sent him? That she would go so far as to... bait Dex by targeting his blood? That’s not petty court spite. That’s war paint on the face.” She exhales through her nose, eyes narrowed in thought. “Celina... if this is true... then it is not just you she marked. It is the Chamber she meant to wound. And the Nest...” She glances briefly to Jochi, a flicker of curiosity threading through her otherwise steel-eyed focus. “...may be more fractured than it

[15:16] Titannia (titannia.macmoragh):  appears.” Another drink. Then, quietly, almost to herself: “The meat of the problem is power. But the bone of it is territory.”

[15:19] Wölfchen (wmorningstar) nods to Titannia, then to Jochi and gestures at Titannia, "What she said."

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[15:25] Jochi Watched celina and  shook his head and his deep voice murmured " it was the first time i heard your voice clearly.  I knew you and watched you about the court but I don't butt in unless im needed and as i finally heard your voice, I was there as you asked.  There is no how or why, it just is, I am here now ...what about matty? ". his voice was soothing, a soft deep rumble when he spoke to her .  He got up and when she tried to pick up a barrel he would move in to do that if he let her, holding it to pour into the bottles , was trying to fit but he was a larger demon just faded his wings to the shadows for now, the imp followed along  " much better " felt less closed in and gazed at the wolf and gave a sigh " then can we call upon you for testimony?  " as he listened and frowned, his brows knit. " That explains a lot.  " he nodded as the took all that in and the imp was furiously writing, jochi gifted the imp reading and writing " I see things didn't change in my absence...and got worse. " he shook his hor

[15:25] Jochi  head.  " Thank you for the information, it is most helpful. " and sadly jochi had seen these things before but, it seems it was much worse then he could of anticipated. Looked to the door, checking as the sentinel he is and turned his gaze while his ears remained open in case of anything.  Looked at Titannia and gave a nod to her words but jochi was accustomed to things like this.  " It is forbidden. The three warlords are not to do such as each was given by Asmodeus their postion......bold.  " is all he would say on that. " I'll be watching over things, and i'm very good at stomping down takeovers, though sadly...you are right in some aspects. " not much he could do but try to check on each in the prison and offer guidance, though also gaurd it viciously.  " nodded to the wolf. " If you could find proof, i will pay very well for such things." had more then coin in his banks.

[15:34] Celina tilts her head a bit, "Absinthe? I'm not.. sure.. what that even is." Looking to Titannia for help. She just keeps quiet as Wolfy explains his case, not knowing enough about basically anything to have much of a say.. she'd never even seen this supposed Queen. Not having much to say to majority of it, she left it to the other two who she assumes would find more use with the information Wolfy provided. "That's the thing.. Only my dad, Warden Vosathiel, you, Ghost, and Tasgall knew. I didn't even know Ghost knew until you told me recently." She sighs, "But now everyone knows, so, it's whatever I guess.." She grumbles.. 

Tilts her head a bit, then looks through the jugs to see if she'd already stored it. Frowning a bit, she looks back at the barrels.. then starts sniffing them before she found it. Prying open the lid, celestial energies would flow out, but she only had it open long enough to fill a singular cup then closed it again. Respect for the fellow demon, ya know? Placing the cup in front of

[15:34] Celina:  Titannia, the drink would be tinted a soft blue, and the energy wafted off it like soft mist. It didn't stray far from the cup, however. Hearing that Draven isn't what he appears, it made her ears go back, then she shakes her head.. very much not wanting to think about that. "Well, he surely -felt- like a canine.." She grumbles softly, tail curling around herself from the memories of it. "I don't know much about the Nest or.. basically anything you've spoken of so far. I've stuck to the Chamber and the Outpost. I'm aware I'm a walking weakness for my dad, so I've kept to the shadows, not that it's turned out very well.. but it's left me lacking on the information end, apparently." 

Hearing that she was apparently in fact already known, her wings drooped. "Well that's jusssssssst greeat.. might be worth looking into on who told the secret." She allowed him to help, letting her own wings fade into tiny specs of sunlight particles for more room. "Ah, I appreciate it." She purrs softly, visibly feeling very at

[15:34] Celina:  ease around Jochi. Falling quiet once more as they spoke, she'd return to the tedious task of transferring liquor from barrels to jugs.. with Jochi's help, thankfully, but at least the task is almost done. As jugs were filled of each barrel, the already accessed ones would be scooted towards the stairs to be stored elsewhere. However, the Celestial Cask she wouldn't touch again, not while infernal essence was around.. the amount of energy from a full barrel could result in negative effects, unlike individual drinks which wouldn't do much besides feel like hot water. After a moment, parts of their conversation finally clicked.. and she cringed, heavily. "Wait.. is there going to be a trial or something over this? Please tell me I don't need to speak in front of..all those people.."

[15:49] Wölfchen (wmorningstar) thinks back to the situation at hand, way back to when he first learned about it. "The problem with 'evidence' like this... is the same, as a metaphor, as when you buy bread from a black market spiv. Although the trade happened, all parties involved will deny it ever took place and if you try to complain about it, you disappear in a dark alley. I worked in the shadows for a long time before my Ascension and as much as I try to get out of the game, even now as an Angel, it keeps dragging me back in. This is one of those scenarios. So no, even if I did try to represent myself as a witness... my testimony would be torn apart like Titannia's lunch if scrutinised or investigated in a Court's proceedings. HOWEVER. There might be something you can use in that Moaisis does have previous recorded history in doing rather naughty things. Do you remember something about the Heart of Pandemonium a long time ago? Moaisis tried to dig up another fragment and use it... and also had another mortal involved in trying to

[15:49] Wölfchen (wmorningstar):  recreate a synthetic shard of it to use as a weapon against angels... causing one angel to lose their immortality in the process. When the agents of Asmodeus found out she had such a doomsday device, at least three of them even, forbidden by the Scrolls of Asmodeus... they spanked her in ways that are definitely not sexy, not sexy at all. To learn that a warlord is performing a civil war against another warlord will see her disappearing in a back alley for certain, especially with that kind of previous history. This is bigger than the courts and murkier than any usual nonsense a regular demon or mortal or angel could ever cook up by themselves. I'm sorry, Jochi, you're on your own when it comes to evidence but I wish you well with your own digging. Moaisis is too devious to do anything out in the open... but she does slip up from time to time. And Celina, be careful where Vosathiel is concerned... he's not as loyal as you'd like to hope, sadly. The green nails he uses for torture... he shares freely with

[15:49] Wölfchen (wmorningstar):  Tyan the medicus in the Outpost. Tyan and I have beef, too, so watch out for him. He's likely the one that's been selling secrets to the Outpost, and visa versa through the Apothecaries on both sides. Not you. Sadly, Vosathiel's one of Dex's 'trusted' minions, so that's gonna be a hard sell, too." He looked to Titannia, "I believe that angel works with Tyan a lot, too, you know, the demon given angelic powers by Oni and doesn't like me very much? I forgot her name... Case? Casey? You need to watch her."

[16:15] Jochi finished up with the barrels using his natural strength so lift and carry with ease while the imp was dying in scrolls and his shadows would snatch the parchments into holding and placing but couldn't smell anything as his mask kept him from it for reasons.    "Don't worry, you won't , you don't have to show up to it if you don't want they will make sure you are safe if it happens.  As for a trial..i haven't...well.." nothing he could say without more information.  " Once i make my final report we will know and nothing wrong with the shadows.  like I said call me, im always near.  ". did enjoy the paperwork and red tape it was a dance he was good at.  he straightened up .  " No more fear, I'm sure Seraphis feels the same." or might , he was asleep right now.  His attention turning too Wolfchen and nodded " Leave it to me, I work very well in the shadows, if you recall." he won't repeat what he had done to stop her before but it was done, past and history.. "Everyone , even the warlords are responsible for

[16:15] Jochi  their actions.  I have my ways," he gave a grin under his mask and his eye grew darker as the talk turned to vos, went tight lipped for a moment, like a statue that froze in time then after a bit he moved and blinked." that is your surmise and I respect it I will take your words as you speak them to the Court with me.".  His dark gaze then goes to Titannia his eyes meet hers as she speaks to take in alll that information and brows wiggle a bit. " I know more then you can imagine. " his voice deep and smooth spoke up on the question " I serve the prison of course as I always have, but I also serve Asmodeus, and i've been known to dance very well upon the shadows of the hell.  I want nothing more the Denizens of the prison to be safe.  Its what i've always done and always will no matter what position I walk in.   but i do very much appreciate you all in this matter.  The creatures of hell , the mortals, angels and fae all have a voice in hell and if i need to be that voice , I will be heard. " he gave a

[16:15] Jochi  respectful incline of his head and says to all" I think, if you write a letter to Drake with your concerns, he will answer you and look into it, please make use of that..he has a mailbox or I can deliver the letters myself, you will help this more then you know if you do.." he gazed at Celina " we should take the tour, the walk will help me clear my mind and gather my thoughts. " gazed to Titannia" if that is ok with you?  My first visit here, sadly I should of done that ages ago but heavy was the crown" and right now Jochi is enjoying not doing shit unless he has too, the freedom was exhilarating and the events a blast, happy lil stoic demon enjoyed these moments more then they know.

[16:17] 彡乀 PђαƦzuקђ 彡乀 (nymph.zenith): (sorry last part, inside happy, outside stoic lol)