Post by Batman on Apr 1, 2017 20:59:01 GMT -5
The time lapse since Lucifer’s departure would seem to be ages for those on the Immortal plane, but within the world of humans the time would seem to be only by a few years of Lucifer’s absence. He had flown off and out of creation, to write his own destiny and live outside God’s plan...But fate has brought him to return and from this Fate, Lucifer was disgruntled by this fact, he had planned never to return and yet someone *forced* him to. Someone with incredible power was manipulating him back into the great plan. Lucifer’s return was surprising to those who knew of it and heard its echoes. No doubt Elaine would want to check in on Lucifer and his reasoning, Lucifer was interested to see how much she had changed; she had shown great progress in being different from all others before her, she wasn’t narrow minded or stupid.
Elaine no doubt knew upon Lucifer’s arrival that Lucifer would not seek her out, *she* would have to come to *him.* And so here Lucifer stands dressed in a black 21st century business suit, sharp features upon his face. Reptilian yellow eyes with a glossy amber shine to them, with skin surrounding them scaly and charcoal in markings. His human apparent flesh gave him a more appealing form to most creatures of God’s image. Fiery blonde hair with spikes and two curls on each side of his head to indicate the curse upon him. He approached Lucien, the keeper of the Dreaming and spoke sharply. “I’m here to see the event...” Lucien was careful in what he spoke. “Hm...Lord Morningstar, the Master is not seeking guests at this time.” Lucifer pocketed his hands and dismissively spoke. “Morpheus will see me Gatekeeper.”
Lucien went to speak, when the words of Morpheus spoke over him. “Admit him, Lucien. Lead him to the event.” Lucifer began walking. “I’m sure I can find my own way.” never the less Lucien followed and lead Lucifer to the room where the cosmos and creation swirled around like a pool of water floating in the air. Morpheus stood upon the other side of the room as Lucifer entered the domain. “I’m not one for pleasantries, Morpheus...but as you know, I prefer the familiar than the estranged.” Morpheus gave Lucifer a nod and began to explain the situation. “The crisis I’m facing...I don’t think I can stop it. The conscience of all life in two separate universes will combine and destroy one or the other. The merge of Flash Point has combined our world with that of other universes. The fabric was delicate and traumatic...I wasn’t here to oversee *that* transition. I can see more collisions of reality coming to pass and there is nothing I can do to stop it.”
Elaine Elaine was… well, as usual everywhere at the same time and nowhere in special although it would be a HUGE lie to state that she had not just been on hawaaii, failing to get any skin tan under the beautiful sun, because let’s face it, she was from London and some things never changed, much to her own disappointment. She blinked once when she saw her uncle entering creation once again and just like that she vanished from her cozy spot, which didn’t help her mood. She followed him without making herself visible but of course, considering that everything was signed with her name, his very being included, he obviously knew that she knew, which annoyed her a little because in her opinion the first thing to do was visit family!
Elaine Elsewhere she manifested herself at Dream’s house, whom by now was probably used to her occasional visits, typically along with Death, whom was one of her best friends forever and ever. Tick tock tick tock tick tock, her high heels repeated the noise as she walked around until she found where Dream and her uncle were. Upon seeing him she placed her hands on each side of her narrow waist “wow, that’s just rude, making me find you instead of calling?” she shook her head. Her expression was a mix of amusement and annoyance. She did look beautiful with long hair and her taste of dresses was still on point! Her wings were different, more… bluish energy like, not featherly at all although she made them disappear after a bit, too much light.
Elaine “Why are you here, clearly didn’t miss me since you didn’t call, and you left like you left” she said, same posture.
Karma Ten Fold Today's "walk" was really more of a bust, especially considering how the wrath of God decided to open the clouds and dump buckets down on Roo and John. Umbrella-less the pair is slightly soaked as they pause to wait beneath an awning. Roo's having a far better time than John and is about twenty times wetter given her inclination to mirthfully bounce and splash through every major puddle. Dashing on an off the sidewalk Roo's in full re-enactment of singing in the rain minus the singing, drenched chocolate locks sporting soft waves and heavily dangling around her glowing features. Noticing John's more dour, smoking face the jovial familiar makes a beeline for his trenchcoated self, latching her soaked body to his side and trying to arouse a smile across his annoyed mug. "Come on sour pants..come enjoy the water with me!"As there was little able to make Roo loose her playfulness she fishes hands under his coat and gives his waist a playful little squeeze, dewy lashes batting,-c-[delete]
Karma Ten Fold dewy lashes batting, "If you do I'll give you the surprise from one of your old friends." Roo had always assumed Lucifer was a friend, with an odd choice of name, especially since he'd gifted her with an object to give John. In typical Roo fashion she's entirely onboard when it comes to John's happiness.-e-
J Constantine John was siting under an awning soaked to his skin and angrily puffing on a ciggy as he watches Roo bounce about in the rain in a way that made him think he'd be nursing the girl back to health from a cold in a few days. He finishes the cig and contents himself with the fact that, at least for the moment, he wasn't getting any wetter, right up until Roo comes pounding towards him. The dog familar in girl form sprays him with water and makes a scowl draw across his face as she tugs on him insisting he come with her to caper about in the rain. The fact that she was so cheerful when he was feeling so grumpy made him feel distinctly guilty, but didn't stop him from being grumpy. “You have something from one of my mates?” He asks eyeing her curiously and wondering why she'd not brought this up when it was given to her. “What is it he asks.” As he reluctantly gets to his feet, he knew the damn dog wasn't going to give it up without him giving her what she wanted. -c-
J Constantine He also knew that he couldn't really get any wetter and probably not much colder so letting her drag him out to dance in the rain wasn't the absolute worst thing he could do to himself. It was close, but not the worst. -e-
Lucifer turned to regard Elaine, just as she had seemingly not changed at all, Lucifer as well seemed barely different. "I had planned on leaving forever...But you knew this already. I had no intention of coming back, what's concerning to me and my reason for being here is that there is someone pulling the strings...someone even more powerful than *you* and more powerful than anyone I've known in creation. That should concern you, Elaine." Morpheus would then speak. "I know what it is you're seeking, Lucifer. It exists beyond God, but God's predecessor has given me charge over it and I have watched it grow with no name. If you help me, Morningstar, I will help you find what you seek."
Lucifer eyed Dream with a side-stare and took it into consideration. "I will help you then." Lucifer turned to regard Elaine once again. "I trust you've grown to better understand your powers by now? I would question why *you* haven't helped solve this problem already...But we both know we're dealing with something more powerful than any of us...I can create a spell that will help you, Morpheus...but I'll need to do some shopping." Looking to Elaine. "I need you to conjure some items." The Father of Sin wasn't sure if Elaine would use her power in such way, he was banking on the fact she had skin in the game but, ultimately Elaine wasn't affected by this...simply trading one ant farm for another ant farm. No doubt to Elaine, the exchange would be educational and different.
The card that Roo had received from Lucifer would no doubt tell John Constantine it was a Translocation spell with a pentagram signifying the Devil (or demon) could locate John and teleport to the card itself. In the event John would try to destroy it, he would directly clash against Lucifer's willpower and find the card was indestructible by any means available to him on hand. It would also likely draw the owner's attention should any 'harm' be attempted to the card.
Elaine “See what I mean Dream? Not even an I’m glad to see you again, or nice haircut Elaine, I dig it, that’s the problem with this family, they don’t care about being part of a family” she rolled her eyes and flipped her hair before she took a seat and crossed her legs over the knee, getting herself comfortable while those two talked between them. “That’s just cute” she said with obvious sarcasm “Now I’m more interested in knowing why are you assuming that I have done nothing at all… but I’m also curious as to why do you think that I should help you conjure anything. You more than anyone should know what my job is. I keep everything running, doing something would be interfering and I do like my neutrality” she said, she had changed, she knew her job but it was also unclear as to whether she was denying him any work, lying about having done something or not to help already or if she was still trying to figure out if she should care, she wasn’t that cold though, right?
Elaine Truthfully, if it wasn’t for Elaine they wouldn’t be having this conversation right now, at all, the fact that everything was existing was a pretty good sign of being in good delicate hands. But then again she had not been the cause of the current situation, she knew what had happened but trying to decide whether or not to interfere more than she already had was a very complicated issue to figure out.
Karma Ten Fold Still pressed against him and dancing backward a few steps its obvious all Roo is truthfully craving is a romantic moment. With that burning desire to keep him happy she allows John to remain partially under the awning as she plants feet in a large puddle and receives the brunt of the raindrops on her brow. She's shivering and wet but that doesn't stop Roo from tiding herself against him in a chance to steal a heartstopping kiss. Strangely the rain seems to come down harder, forcing Roo to muffle a squeak of surprise against his always smoke scented mouth and suddenly break contact to utter, "Okay! Okay! I'm done.." Once she's properly back under the overhead barrier Roo does some pocket fishing, at last procuring the item request with a mirthful response, "It's from some guy named Lucifer..Says He'll see you very soon. Whatever that means...Should I make him something..or maybe invite him over?" Roo's attempt at being domestic is overshadowed by the passing of the tarot card
Karma Ten Fold to John-e-)
J Constantine The kiss catches him off guard, but not as much as the sudden intensity of the rain. Cursing and swearing already forgetting the breif moment of pleasure he heads back with her under the awning and tries to wring the water out of his hair, coat and shirt. He looks over when she offers him the card and he eyes it once as he takes in what she just said. Lucifer, Old Scratch, The fucking Devil had met up with Roo and given her a card with a powerful trans-location spell on it. Well fuck, that was interesting he thought the git had packed up and gone off to another reality. He scratches his chin doubtless annoying Roo with how he ignored her as he eyes the thing. His blood line was one of the few who could challenge a being like Lucifer but not directly, only through careful planning and subterfuge. However, so far as he knew he didn't have a reason to challenge Lucifer and he certainly didn't know why the bastard would want to meet with him. -c-
J Constantine Drumming his fingers absently John makes a decision, he had a few things that would let him get out of a jam if not win it so he decides to take Roo's hand and go see why the devil wanted to talk to the gutter mage. He trigers the spell and in a moment between moments they are gone-e-
Morpheus would nod to Elaine's words. "To no fault of his own, Elaine...His love for family is outside his ability to describe and give form. The Morningstar has his priorities, I do not doubt you are of his concern, even if his nature and words show otherwise. Families have conflict, it's natural." Lucifer would sneer at Dream. "Don't attempt to elaborately describe the relationship of my family, Morpheus, when yours is so fewer than mine." Lucifer walked into the cosmic projection, displaying two universes on a collision course with one another. "What is this? Interesting." Lucifer scrutinized the mirror planet and then switched gears and turned to look at Elaine. "If you're not going to help me, then I will have to find others who will...No doubt you know I've been busy in my return."
Lucifer would turn and hold out his arms as the tarot card activated suddenly thrusting John Constantine and Roo the Familiar before Morpheus, Lucifer, and Elaine. The domain they stood in - The Dreaming, was a mystical realm of the conscious mind. The room they were in looked like a library mixed with columns from a Greek Settlement surrounding the room book shelves. A pit was located in the centre where a spectacular display of two galaxies spinning and revolving around each other. The planets were incredibly tiny for a mortal creature to see. Lucifer stood amongst the stream as though it were a holographic image, but to everyone in the room knew; the display was real, moving any objects on the display would literally re-shape the galaxies.
For this reason Lucifer didn't touch or change anything - he modified his own body to pass through the display. He would approach John and Roo. "I see you got my message, at last. Welcome to The Dreaming...You've met Morpheus..." Lucifer gestured his elbow at Morpheus; a tall lanky man dressed in a 21st century business suit made completely black with no dress tie. "She's Elaine..." Lucifer gestured his right hand to Elaine sitting in her fashionable blue dress. "And you know who I am." His voice was sharp, suave, and seductive. No doubt John could sense profit in the wind, Lucifer could give the man access to a wealth of objects, all for a price, of course.
Elaine “Dream’s family is adorable so, shush already, it’s not my problem if you have issues with a few concepts, like Destiny, poor thing is only doing his job, just like Dream here” she said, actually teaming up with Dream, well, typical of Elaine anyway, it was a good thing Death wasn’t here or Mona, or worse, Mazikeen! That team up would be a true nightmare for her poor uncle. “Wow, and you figure that out on your own, I though you’d have no idea after so much time gone” she commented. “You know, this kind of conflicts happen all the time, it’s actually relatively common and super easy to prevent… the one thing that makes this one different is that one of the universes is not mine and its course readjusts continuously towards the universe that one universe that is under my name? So even if I placed it elsewhere it would only be a temporary solution.” she commented, which revealed the obvious solution. Should she destroy the “alien” universe? She could but that wasn’t Elaine’s style.
Elaine Should she save it somehow? Or maybe do nothing at all? She seemed content with the third idea at the moment. Two newcomers arrived and he made the presentations “Hi.” she waved from her spot. “The real question here is why do you even care uncle?” she told him.
Karma Ten Fold Though a magical being Roo is still bound to certain canine weaknesses,motion sickness being one of them. The spell gives her zero preparation, aside from the static heaviness in the air just seconds before. Thankfully she has the sense to latch tight to John the very moment before the teleportation, wincing and whining as they transcend through time and space. Wherever they'd end up forces Roo to detach upon landing, staggering off to one side to dry heave in a a corner.-c-[delete]
Karma Ten Fold Though strayed it isn't far, keeping tabs via that magical tether the two ofthe share. Even slightly indisposed, Roo's protectie nature over John keeps her keenly aware in an auditory sense. Lucifier's vocals carry t o her ears as she slowly recovers and turns, seeing those introduced and sighting each in turn. What's perhaps even more concerning is John's present state, body language obvious when coupled by his chemical changes. Easily detectable by Roo as she returns to his side. To everyone she tries to put on a more well received visage, grinning merrily and giving a little finger flutter of a wave to everyone present.-e-
J Constantine Huh, he hadn't expected to come out in the dreaming. He nods at Dream who he knew and was on as he recalled not terrible terms with, well at least in so much as one could manage to not be on bad terms with the Endless they tended towards aloofness. Elaine he remembers from their one brief encounter where she'd proven that a brat was still a brat even if she was given the power and responsibility of a god. He wonders if she learned anything about not pre judging someone based on heresay and rumor and repented her wicked ways. He doubted it, gods didn't change they just got worse. Pulling out a cig he lights it and takes a puff nodding at Luci and saying without an ounce of the awe one should have when faced with such titanic forces. "Quite the little meeting I've barged into eh?"
Lucifer glanced from the corner of his eye at Elaine, she was still childishly playful...It reminded Lucifer of a child with a jar of lightning bugs. It was a required outlook to do her job, Lucifer supposed. She was more fit to do the job because of it. "I agree, it is easy to prevent - destroy the other universe and rid yourself of the problem. However; each universe destroyed will send out ripples that invariably will affect this one. You ask my reason for concern? Survival seems to be an adequate reason." Elaine knew when Lucifer was misleading and when he was telling the truth, but as all things, Lucifer's eyes had landed upon Elaine and saw her weaknesses and her flaws. With this prior statement, she could hardly discern one motive or another. If she were a skeptical person she would consider that Lucifer was perhaps attempting to undermine her authority, but she knew him better than anyone, at this point in time.
Lucifer hadn't forgotten about John Constantine, allowing the man to hear the discussion back and forth between Lucifer and Elaine, it was important enough for John to hear and know. "This is where you come in, John...I need you to locate some items for me and in exchange, I'm willing to negotiate a price. The spell I intend to do can only be done by myself. For it I require a willing Werewolf, pregnant ideally. A silver Coin from a whore of tongues, a whip made of one thousand cat tails, a Dodo bird's feather..." Lucifer began walking towards a couch, his black business suit was sharp and defined; but held a blood red dress shirt buttoned to his neck and with no tie. He sat down and looked at John, never dropping those sharp analyzing features of his face.
Karma Ten Fold And a partridge in a pear tree, thinks Roo as she swiftly moves beside John for moral support. She hadn't a clue where they were or who this friend was. Fingers find the small of John's back, suggesting moral support without verbal offer, watching and listening to the way Lucifer demands in that "better then thou" manner. Un schooled in her religion, but no less protective of her lover Roo suddenly steps between them, "He's not a slave you pompous jerk.. And please might take you rather far." I'ts obvious the naive Roo had no idea who she was facing or where they were, still simply processing all these weirdly religious names and bizzare realm.
J Constantine The conversation was doubtless a bit out Roo's comprehension, hell it was almost out of John's especially since he'd missed part of it but he thinks he has the gist. Pursing his lips he thinks about asking something sarcastic, like why did someone with reality-bending magic need items to augment their spells? He doesn't though because he knows the reason is the same as why he used items to do the same thing. "Well, you don't ask for much now do you." The shopping list would be a pain in the ass make no fucking mistake, not that he couldn't do it just that the number of favors he'd have to call in would leave him damn near bankrupt. Still, that might be worth it for a single favor from the devil himself, but why stop at that. He rubs his chin and names his price. "Five favors I can claim at any time." He says after a moments consideration." Negotiating meant starting high and being bid down.
Lucifer wouldn't react to Roo's accusations clearly meant to offend Lucifer, but her ignorance made such statements embarrassing of herself; that was punishment enough in Lucifer's eyes. He had confidence that John knew what Lucifer was aiming for - both of them were of the same cloth, if you will. As John began to puzzle it together, Lucifer admired John's method of seeming dumber than he actually was, The first capitalist found Constantine's routine to be amusing and so, Lucifer would throw in a curve ball. "Lets not go into bids, back and forth is a waste of your time as much as it is mine. I can get the Dodo feather simple enough, they're extinct, I don't expect you to risk the timeline all for one feather from a clumsy avian creature. What I can't get is the Werewolf's heart, they aren't trusting of outsiders, perhaps you would know someone.
"The Silver coin, pathological liars is your field of expertise, I'm sure you know quite a few of them. And the Whip of one thousand cat tails is located in Jotunheimr held in the Den of Jotnar after they stole it from Anubis. I could get it, but I would rather avoid drawing attention from Aesir..." Lucifer reclined in his seat. "I will grant you my weapon, for one time occurrence. The whip when I am done with it, and I'm willing to grant one, non-frivolous, errand."
Karma Ten Fold Straying back toward John, Roo reels in her sudden defensiveness, fishing fingers into his own for personal comfort as the pair await Lucifer's judgment. Upon mention of anything were related Roo decidedly shrinks behind John, watching Lucifer now from over a shoulder with a noticable amount of worry. Fingers curl along the lower part of John's back, whispering only as she realizes, "Is he not -a-friend?" It's a horrible feeling being had like that. All these tasks sounded like fairy tales or yarns, each making Roo and easy and alll the more protective.
J Constantine The new offer was good, surprisingly good when you really thought about, which meant one of two things. Lucifer was either desperate or he hoped that John would take the bait and stop trying to push. "Two non-trivial errands." John finally says after the man cut down his task by one insane thing. Then John's attention slips back to Roo, while he normally would have answered her first just to annoy the person he is bargaining with even John isn't that dumb. Yes, he would push things with Lucifer, more than any other mortal would likely dare, but he'd not pay such a slight to the morningstar that he'd pause negotiations. While Luci considers the counter offer he whispers into Roo's ear. "Not exactly, but you didn't do anything wrong." Even if he might just being doing several things that would get him very, very dead if he screwed any of them up and that was if he was lucky. If he wasn't death would be a found dream of a fevered tortured madman.
Lucifer's eyes had saw John's desires and vulnerabilities, and he was satisfied with John's resolution. "This is as much in your best interest as it is mine. I will meet you half way on Jotunheimr, *I* will see to it that you are safely escorted into and out of the realm, should things become dire. For that, One errand, not two." Lucifer's gaze switched to Dream, a glare indicating their "friendship" was the whole purpose behind John and Lucifer having this conversation. Lucifer felt that Dream should pitch in, but wasn't going to encourage it. Lucifer wanted John Constantine call upon his favors, to what end? Only Lucifer knew.
Karma Ten Fold Looking between John and Lucifer Roo's a puddle of worry, grip tightening up on the mage and offering with whispered worry. "John..you-...we.. don't have to do this..It could be a trick. I don't trust himJohn." The reveal is made timidly, firmly avoiding eye contact with Lucifer as she negss John for their lives. It's only now she realizes the peril. Muttering softly and pressing close with loving promise, "We don't need this...." These other entities present are burning their prescense into her awareness,making Roo quiver withsubmission and realization they are way out of their league. Tugging his arm again she begs, "John..please.."
J Constantine "I have my own ways in and out of Jotunheim." John says crossing his arms and giving Lucifer a cocky grin, the morningstar new much but didn't know all. Mostly because no one, not even the Aesir, knew what went on in Svartelfheim where John had a contact who owed him a favor. Admittedly that wasn't as safe as having Lucifer acting as a cabby service but he wanted a second favor for reasons of his own. "So it stands at two favors, use of your weapon one times, and I get to keep the whip." He says with a raised eyebrow. At Roo's pleading he leans in close and says softly. "I'll explain it later love, but for now trust me."
John's explanation made Lucifer a little bit more satisfied, actually, the cost John was willing to burden followed the principle Lucifer was willing. "Very well, we have an agreement." Lucifer stood up and looked to Morpheus. "Things are coming along nicely. Hardly a need for your dramatizations, Morpheus. If Constantine and I do not deliver, there will be no one left to argue about where it went wrong."
Morpheus would close his eyes and shake his head. "Do not mistaken my understanding of the situation for panic, Morningstar...I know the potential of you both. But he is human and the number of allies you have are fewer than that of your enemies...And Morningstar?" Morpheus held a pause for a moment and then continued with a tone that seemed quite angry even though his voice was soft. The temperatures in the room, the flow of the wind would seem to flow with contained rage. "Do not bring mortals into my Realm without my permission again. Consider yourself warned." Morpheus came to regard Roo and Constantine. "You are both not at fault for trespassing into my domain, but mortals are not welcomed here."
Karma Ten Fold Her grip tightens along John's arm, slowly feeding downward towards his un occupied hand. That unsure gaze extends to Lucifer,shy, searching yet respectful. Every ounce of her Canine self is whining, telling her to run . She only manges to mouth abarely there, "okay.." remaining timidly behind her lover while this strange game unfolds its rules. In her grip Roo's steadily feeding John her power, tingle amplified to a roar beneath his flesh that he need only activate. Beyond his wealth of spells when paired with Roo John was damn near Godlike, delivered a steady feed of insurmountable power that rockets through him like lightning. Strange how all this was coming from such an inconspicous source.Still there's some part ofherthat's hurt she's not getting a say, worried about her love's wellbeing. She's close to soiling her self when Morpheus turns that judgemental stare uponthem,fingers tightening against John and trembling with a wince.
J Constantine Being damn near god-like, was tragically not the same as being god-like. While John felt pretty good with Roo there and he may indeed be able, with preparation though less than he might in other circumstances, tumble with Luci with Roo's help he knew damn well he couldn't handle Dream. Especially not in the damn dreaming. "Well, I'll be taking my leave now anyway mate so no worries." He says with a grin to the endless and then he gathers Roo in his arms and exits stage left, which is to say right back to that awning they started from. He had work to do.
As John went to leave, Lucifer explained. "Don't lose that card, John. Consider it a hotline to me and if I don't answer, take the hint." Lucifer turned to regard Morpheus noting the Endless wasn't very happy, Lucifer would've rolled his eyes if he actually cared. "I have two universes to save, Morpheus. Keep the place as confusing as always." Lucifer's wings would spread and he would fly through the dreaming to the mortal realm. Lucifer would bide his time, waiting for John to separate from Roo before making his move.
Roo would awaken from her sleep standing in a dark bar, a red mist traveled through the air. The music would suddenly start to play and in the corner she would see the black silhouette of a man in a tuxedo playing a piano so graciously and beautifully. His blonde hair was darkened by the lighting. Two curls, one on each side of his head gave his profile a demonic impression but, the passiveness of his character gave no reason for caution or concern. "Hello again..." Lucifer's voice was suave, like the time they had met and their last encounter. With the music one could interpret the man had a sense of romance especially with his performance of playing the piano. "The bar is open, feel free to help yourself to a drink."
Karma Ten Fold Utterly confounded Roo's frozen, still clad in the same lack of clothes she'd doned before climbing intoJohn'sbed. As memory served her last all she'd done was enter the Mill and prepare for sleep, dozing off and somehow managing to awake-here. Looking completely befuddled she takes a few precious moments to look around, timid, tense and humbled, especially upon realizing the voice belonged to Lucifer. Instantly humbled and shy she tuggs nervously at the hemline of John's white button down oxford current serving as a sleep shirt, wide eyed and fearful. Struggling with her words she treads closer to Lucifer, "I..I'm not allowed to drink.."Nevermind the bevy of question regaurding exactly how she got her or why she'd been brought.
"Not allowed or do not want to?" Lucifer seemed focused on the keys to the piano as he spoke, each tap held an animation unto themselves creating a more fluid and smooth presentation like digits dancing on the surface of water. "There is water, lest you're not allowed to drink what so ever. I would assume that to be quite liberating. Do you know why you're here?"
Karma Ten Fold Straying closer with a tinge of urgency she plants herself beside the piano as if its some kind of sheild, eyes darting about in full expectation of judgement as she counters nervous," Shouldn't really.. It doesn't agree with my constitution as John says." Truth spoken given her more animal nature and inability toreally process the stuff. Lingering beside the baby grand she rubs an arm nervously,finally looking to Lucifer and answering the latter part of his question. "I was sorta hoping this was all a dream...Aside from that I have no idea." Her genuine honestly is both refreshing and almost painfully sincere.
Lucifer continued to tap away moving his head some to the beat of the music, those yellow and amber glossed eyes shifted to her for a moment to recognize her concern about the situation, hoping this was some immaterial world where she was safe. "It is a dream...You're here because I willed it." He stated with confidence and poise. "You weren't satisfied with mine and John's deal." Another statement that accurately reflected reality. "It's a curious relationship between you two. A familiar is to obey and follow the best interest of their master." Lucifer shifted some in his seat as he tapped and made his fingers dance upon the white surfaces of the keys. "Loyalty is all anyone asks of a Familiar, is it not?"
Karma Ten Fold Ire sparks in her heart, defiant for a moment as she steps to the seat before the piano. "I'm always a good gir-..Imean I respect his decisions."The prideful tension leaves her as she suddenly moves to seat herself beside Lucifer, tiny finger moving to the keys and suddely playing an unexpected occasional accompaniment. With eyes on the keys she reveals with a smile, full of confidence, "He's not just my master Lucifer..I love him." For whatever reason Roo seems to harbor no fear towards Lucifer, embracing him as just another oddity in this world. Slowly her large amber eyes swivel towards him,full of of innocent absolute, pleading with a look as she searches his features, "Please.Don't hurt us."
Lucifer watched as she began to tap on the keyboard, her confidence in sitting close to him and then smiling indicated that she wasn't as scared as she was before; this was an interesting twist. He had picked up her lack of a soul - not that he cared for that matter, it was to be expected of a familiar. "You love him? Hm." Lucifer questioned out loud and then seemed to disregard it as he continued playing the piano. "Love is unconditional...I've had many 'lovers' as poets would say, but I have not loved them as the poets would say..." Lucifer thought of Lilith and Maz, two distinct women that on a personal level Lucifer had conflicted with, but on an emotional level, he felt two different things. His expression would show neither his feelings or his thoughts outside of sharp features playing the instrument in repetition.
Karma Ten Fold Elegant extenders keep gliding over keys, refocusing on the played chords and changing the tune to something more somber. The chimed tones are simple and have subtle variants, allowing the pair to converse without having to focus to terribly much on keys. Ambient elegant lighting in the club glints off the precious O-ring of her faux diamond studded collar, making her stand out . Between cords, her eyes find Lucifer, sympathetic tone offered with her sweet features, "That must be very lonely for you.. , Lucifer." Flawlessly she keeps playing the tranquil cords, though her features display pain for him," I'm sorry for you.Love is such a grand experience." Fathomless hues search his feature, lulling and innocent but full of sympathy. Finally her features twist back tothe ivory, murmering with a smile" You're still not tellingme -why- I'm here."
He followed suit, furrowing those sharp and thin eyebrows to the tune, he seemed annoyed but also focused on the keyboard playing it intently. "You shouldn't feel sorry for me." Stopped and allowed her to play the next few notes as he looked at her turning in his seat so their amber eyes could come into an exchange of recognition. His hands would then return to joining her as she asked her question with a smile. "Do you believe love is unconditional, that it is not something you can control? No matter the pain, the sacrifice, the harm...True love perseveres?"
Karma Ten Fold Those beautiful fingers of her faulter on a few keys, slowly retracting as she twists to face his sudden onslaught of existentialism. "If you're the true Lucifer then you don't earnestly care for my feelings. Only your own. The worship of one'sself to the infinate yes?. God be damned!" she announces with a giggle. "I beleive in none of you.. Your bickering ..your pain.. your hate and jealously. Irrelevant. " Her hands fold along her lap now fully facing him, gentle gaze beaming truth and tone tranquil, "I exist because of loveand love only. It deserves every ounce of my loyalty."
He saw that she took humor in the words 'God be damned!' and little did she know that she angered him by that statement. With it, she had condemned either his Father or Elaine to a merciless place of pain and torture. Lucifer had no problem himself or his family making such statements, but for anyone who did not personally deal with God, they deserved the very thing they declared. He kept his sharp features in check and his emotions quelled, little did she know right now that she would suffer for that remark, but Lucifer wasn't without education, she would soon learn why he would punish her for such statement. "If love is unconditional...why are you bound to John Constantine?"
Karma Ten Fold Apprently Lucifer wasn't keen on sarcasm, not to the fact Roo hadn't the faintest idea of what damnation or God truly was in any respect. Furrowing brow she states plainly, "He saved me.. If it wasn't for John I wouldn't know anything of the world .. or ..myself for that matter. Though I owe him my life..I give him my love freely. He's my savior." Forcing her eyes elsewhere she realizes just how trivial and or stupid this must sound to an exhaulted being, correcting with a sheepish smile and diverting ofher eyes elsewhere. "Not that any of this matters to -you. You couldn't possibly.."Pushing to a slow stand she drifts away from Lucifer, no longer liking where this was going. Pausing a few feet away and preening at the rather short hemline of the button down oxford Roo tries to remain modestly covered while facing him. "Whatever this is... I think I'd just like to wake up now." That heart in her chest beats only for John,and not even the Little Horn himself could sway that kind of
Karma Ten Fold pure devotion.-e-
When she stood up and began to slip away, it was a curious decision of happiness suddenly shifting. Perhaps she thought he was considering her for a bedmate, she wasn't intriguing enough for that. "You wanted to know why I brought you here. It's not because I desire anything from you. It's because I have what you want." Lucifer maintained the notes of the song she started. Shifting glances to her as he played. "You want John's unconditional love. For him to love you as much as you love him...I'm *sure* you've felt it earlier...the way he silenced you and your concerns. You were worried about him and the opportunity of a good deal took precedent over you..." Lucifer looked at the piano and explained. "I was like John with a woman before...Her name was Lilith...Like she was to me, I was to her. We used each other and both gained from that communion..." Lucifer stopped and turned in his seat to look at her at spoke.
"When we finished, there was nothing more to our partnership. We both felt something different for each other. I'm willing to give you something in exchange for something else." Lucifer brought his hands to rest on his lap.
Karma Ten Fold Damn right Roo's not intruiging enough to be a bedmate for the devil himself, and were she privy to such she'd be entirely at peace withtthis revelation. Roo wasn't a self- serving , meglomanical sepratist. Nor was she busty and or devilish. What she did have to offer were things Lucifer hadn't yet gleaned , thankfully. "You're Nothing like him.. never been . Sure people use others , but that's because of you."The bitter memory of Cassidy and his mental torments and manipulative lies suddenly flare to life, promoting Roo to counter with a bit more fire than before. "If you're riding the "he's usingyou" train.. you're a little late for that depature." Planting her feet and crossing her arms defensively she states flately, "and besides..You couldn't possibly have Anything I want."
Lucifer tilted his head curiously. "Oh. I see you have everything you want. Well then, there's nothing more to discuss here. You can go back." Lucifer would wave his hands as if shoo'ing her away. "Enjoy your time with John while he's alive." Lucifer began to sing as he changed the beat to the song. "Winter is here, again oh~boy...Haven't been home in a year or more. I hope she holds on a little longer. Sent a letter on long summer day made of silver; not of clay..." Lucifer would seem intensely focused on singing allowing the tone of the song and the subtle meaning of his words to sink into her mind.
Karma Ten Fold As her expression changes to something more grim and angered Roo lets her glaring stare consume Lucifer, swearing internally that if anything happens to John she'll come for Lucifer herself. "I will. Shame you''ll never know any where near the same." jerk she entertains mentally while turning to leave. True to form Roo never swore outloud. Thus far Lucifer was a far cry fromthe fire andbrimstone nonesense she'd flipped through in various tomes, leaving Roo with only dissapointment and a sour taste in the back of her throat. Turning she heads back the way she came really hoping she winds up back in John's bed.
She would wake up back in her bed and Lucifer would continue to play his piano. Perhaps ironically when she woke the old radio in Jasper's Millhouse would sing "~Oh I've been running down this dusty road. The wheel in the sky keeps on turning! I don't where I'll be tomorrow! Wheel in the sky keeps on turning!...." Lucifer stood up from playing his piano having accomplished much work today, he would have to prepare for his next move anticipating the Roo will play her part accordingly.
Karma Ten Fold Roo wakees up enough to lurch herself out of bed , snag the radio and violently lurch it against the nearest wall. Well awake and panting she stands over the shattered debbris angry and sleepy. A bare footed kick shoves the broken remains against the wall making the still blaringly audible parts sluggishly die and and fall silent
Elaine no doubt knew upon Lucifer’s arrival that Lucifer would not seek her out, *she* would have to come to *him.* And so here Lucifer stands dressed in a black 21st century business suit, sharp features upon his face. Reptilian yellow eyes with a glossy amber shine to them, with skin surrounding them scaly and charcoal in markings. His human apparent flesh gave him a more appealing form to most creatures of God’s image. Fiery blonde hair with spikes and two curls on each side of his head to indicate the curse upon him. He approached Lucien, the keeper of the Dreaming and spoke sharply. “I’m here to see the event...” Lucien was careful in what he spoke. “Hm...Lord Morningstar, the Master is not seeking guests at this time.” Lucifer pocketed his hands and dismissively spoke. “Morpheus will see me Gatekeeper.”
Lucien went to speak, when the words of Morpheus spoke over him. “Admit him, Lucien. Lead him to the event.” Lucifer began walking. “I’m sure I can find my own way.” never the less Lucien followed and lead Lucifer to the room where the cosmos and creation swirled around like a pool of water floating in the air. Morpheus stood upon the other side of the room as Lucifer entered the domain. “I’m not one for pleasantries, Morpheus...but as you know, I prefer the familiar than the estranged.” Morpheus gave Lucifer a nod and began to explain the situation. “The crisis I’m facing...I don’t think I can stop it. The conscience of all life in two separate universes will combine and destroy one or the other. The merge of Flash Point has combined our world with that of other universes. The fabric was delicate and traumatic...I wasn’t here to oversee *that* transition. I can see more collisions of reality coming to pass and there is nothing I can do to stop it.”
Elaine Elaine was… well, as usual everywhere at the same time and nowhere in special although it would be a HUGE lie to state that she had not just been on hawaaii, failing to get any skin tan under the beautiful sun, because let’s face it, she was from London and some things never changed, much to her own disappointment. She blinked once when she saw her uncle entering creation once again and just like that she vanished from her cozy spot, which didn’t help her mood. She followed him without making herself visible but of course, considering that everything was signed with her name, his very being included, he obviously knew that she knew, which annoyed her a little because in her opinion the first thing to do was visit family!
Elaine Elsewhere she manifested herself at Dream’s house, whom by now was probably used to her occasional visits, typically along with Death, whom was one of her best friends forever and ever. Tick tock tick tock tick tock, her high heels repeated the noise as she walked around until she found where Dream and her uncle were. Upon seeing him she placed her hands on each side of her narrow waist “wow, that’s just rude, making me find you instead of calling?” she shook her head. Her expression was a mix of amusement and annoyance. She did look beautiful with long hair and her taste of dresses was still on point! Her wings were different, more… bluish energy like, not featherly at all although she made them disappear after a bit, too much light.
Elaine “Why are you here, clearly didn’t miss me since you didn’t call, and you left like you left” she said, same posture.
Karma Ten Fold Today's "walk" was really more of a bust, especially considering how the wrath of God decided to open the clouds and dump buckets down on Roo and John. Umbrella-less the pair is slightly soaked as they pause to wait beneath an awning. Roo's having a far better time than John and is about twenty times wetter given her inclination to mirthfully bounce and splash through every major puddle. Dashing on an off the sidewalk Roo's in full re-enactment of singing in the rain minus the singing, drenched chocolate locks sporting soft waves and heavily dangling around her glowing features. Noticing John's more dour, smoking face the jovial familiar makes a beeline for his trenchcoated self, latching her soaked body to his side and trying to arouse a smile across his annoyed mug. "Come on sour pants..come enjoy the water with me!"As there was little able to make Roo loose her playfulness she fishes hands under his coat and gives his waist a playful little squeeze, dewy lashes batting,-c-[delete]
Karma Ten Fold dewy lashes batting, "If you do I'll give you the surprise from one of your old friends." Roo had always assumed Lucifer was a friend, with an odd choice of name, especially since he'd gifted her with an object to give John. In typical Roo fashion she's entirely onboard when it comes to John's happiness.-e-
J Constantine John was siting under an awning soaked to his skin and angrily puffing on a ciggy as he watches Roo bounce about in the rain in a way that made him think he'd be nursing the girl back to health from a cold in a few days. He finishes the cig and contents himself with the fact that, at least for the moment, he wasn't getting any wetter, right up until Roo comes pounding towards him. The dog familar in girl form sprays him with water and makes a scowl draw across his face as she tugs on him insisting he come with her to caper about in the rain. The fact that she was so cheerful when he was feeling so grumpy made him feel distinctly guilty, but didn't stop him from being grumpy. “You have something from one of my mates?” He asks eyeing her curiously and wondering why she'd not brought this up when it was given to her. “What is it he asks.” As he reluctantly gets to his feet, he knew the damn dog wasn't going to give it up without him giving her what she wanted. -c-
J Constantine He also knew that he couldn't really get any wetter and probably not much colder so letting her drag him out to dance in the rain wasn't the absolute worst thing he could do to himself. It was close, but not the worst. -e-
Lucifer turned to regard Elaine, just as she had seemingly not changed at all, Lucifer as well seemed barely different. "I had planned on leaving forever...But you knew this already. I had no intention of coming back, what's concerning to me and my reason for being here is that there is someone pulling the strings...someone even more powerful than *you* and more powerful than anyone I've known in creation. That should concern you, Elaine." Morpheus would then speak. "I know what it is you're seeking, Lucifer. It exists beyond God, but God's predecessor has given me charge over it and I have watched it grow with no name. If you help me, Morningstar, I will help you find what you seek."
Lucifer eyed Dream with a side-stare and took it into consideration. "I will help you then." Lucifer turned to regard Elaine once again. "I trust you've grown to better understand your powers by now? I would question why *you* haven't helped solve this problem already...But we both know we're dealing with something more powerful than any of us...I can create a spell that will help you, Morpheus...but I'll need to do some shopping." Looking to Elaine. "I need you to conjure some items." The Father of Sin wasn't sure if Elaine would use her power in such way, he was banking on the fact she had skin in the game but, ultimately Elaine wasn't affected by this...simply trading one ant farm for another ant farm. No doubt to Elaine, the exchange would be educational and different.
The card that Roo had received from Lucifer would no doubt tell John Constantine it was a Translocation spell with a pentagram signifying the Devil (or demon) could locate John and teleport to the card itself. In the event John would try to destroy it, he would directly clash against Lucifer's willpower and find the card was indestructible by any means available to him on hand. It would also likely draw the owner's attention should any 'harm' be attempted to the card.
Elaine “See what I mean Dream? Not even an I’m glad to see you again, or nice haircut Elaine, I dig it, that’s the problem with this family, they don’t care about being part of a family” she rolled her eyes and flipped her hair before she took a seat and crossed her legs over the knee, getting herself comfortable while those two talked between them. “That’s just cute” she said with obvious sarcasm “Now I’m more interested in knowing why are you assuming that I have done nothing at all… but I’m also curious as to why do you think that I should help you conjure anything. You more than anyone should know what my job is. I keep everything running, doing something would be interfering and I do like my neutrality” she said, she had changed, she knew her job but it was also unclear as to whether she was denying him any work, lying about having done something or not to help already or if she was still trying to figure out if she should care, she wasn’t that cold though, right?
Elaine Truthfully, if it wasn’t for Elaine they wouldn’t be having this conversation right now, at all, the fact that everything was existing was a pretty good sign of being in good delicate hands. But then again she had not been the cause of the current situation, she knew what had happened but trying to decide whether or not to interfere more than she already had was a very complicated issue to figure out.
Karma Ten Fold Still pressed against him and dancing backward a few steps its obvious all Roo is truthfully craving is a romantic moment. With that burning desire to keep him happy she allows John to remain partially under the awning as she plants feet in a large puddle and receives the brunt of the raindrops on her brow. She's shivering and wet but that doesn't stop Roo from tiding herself against him in a chance to steal a heartstopping kiss. Strangely the rain seems to come down harder, forcing Roo to muffle a squeak of surprise against his always smoke scented mouth and suddenly break contact to utter, "Okay! Okay! I'm done.." Once she's properly back under the overhead barrier Roo does some pocket fishing, at last procuring the item request with a mirthful response, "It's from some guy named Lucifer..Says He'll see you very soon. Whatever that means...Should I make him something..or maybe invite him over?" Roo's attempt at being domestic is overshadowed by the passing of the tarot card
Karma Ten Fold to John-e-)
J Constantine The kiss catches him off guard, but not as much as the sudden intensity of the rain. Cursing and swearing already forgetting the breif moment of pleasure he heads back with her under the awning and tries to wring the water out of his hair, coat and shirt. He looks over when she offers him the card and he eyes it once as he takes in what she just said. Lucifer, Old Scratch, The fucking Devil had met up with Roo and given her a card with a powerful trans-location spell on it. Well fuck, that was interesting he thought the git had packed up and gone off to another reality. He scratches his chin doubtless annoying Roo with how he ignored her as he eyes the thing. His blood line was one of the few who could challenge a being like Lucifer but not directly, only through careful planning and subterfuge. However, so far as he knew he didn't have a reason to challenge Lucifer and he certainly didn't know why the bastard would want to meet with him. -c-
J Constantine Drumming his fingers absently John makes a decision, he had a few things that would let him get out of a jam if not win it so he decides to take Roo's hand and go see why the devil wanted to talk to the gutter mage. He trigers the spell and in a moment between moments they are gone-e-
Morpheus would nod to Elaine's words. "To no fault of his own, Elaine...His love for family is outside his ability to describe and give form. The Morningstar has his priorities, I do not doubt you are of his concern, even if his nature and words show otherwise. Families have conflict, it's natural." Lucifer would sneer at Dream. "Don't attempt to elaborately describe the relationship of my family, Morpheus, when yours is so fewer than mine." Lucifer walked into the cosmic projection, displaying two universes on a collision course with one another. "What is this? Interesting." Lucifer scrutinized the mirror planet and then switched gears and turned to look at Elaine. "If you're not going to help me, then I will have to find others who will...No doubt you know I've been busy in my return."
Lucifer would turn and hold out his arms as the tarot card activated suddenly thrusting John Constantine and Roo the Familiar before Morpheus, Lucifer, and Elaine. The domain they stood in - The Dreaming, was a mystical realm of the conscious mind. The room they were in looked like a library mixed with columns from a Greek Settlement surrounding the room book shelves. A pit was located in the centre where a spectacular display of two galaxies spinning and revolving around each other. The planets were incredibly tiny for a mortal creature to see. Lucifer stood amongst the stream as though it were a holographic image, but to everyone in the room knew; the display was real, moving any objects on the display would literally re-shape the galaxies.
For this reason Lucifer didn't touch or change anything - he modified his own body to pass through the display. He would approach John and Roo. "I see you got my message, at last. Welcome to The Dreaming...You've met Morpheus..." Lucifer gestured his elbow at Morpheus; a tall lanky man dressed in a 21st century business suit made completely black with no dress tie. "She's Elaine..." Lucifer gestured his right hand to Elaine sitting in her fashionable blue dress. "And you know who I am." His voice was sharp, suave, and seductive. No doubt John could sense profit in the wind, Lucifer could give the man access to a wealth of objects, all for a price, of course.
Elaine “Dream’s family is adorable so, shush already, it’s not my problem if you have issues with a few concepts, like Destiny, poor thing is only doing his job, just like Dream here” she said, actually teaming up with Dream, well, typical of Elaine anyway, it was a good thing Death wasn’t here or Mona, or worse, Mazikeen! That team up would be a true nightmare for her poor uncle. “Wow, and you figure that out on your own, I though you’d have no idea after so much time gone” she commented. “You know, this kind of conflicts happen all the time, it’s actually relatively common and super easy to prevent… the one thing that makes this one different is that one of the universes is not mine and its course readjusts continuously towards the universe that one universe that is under my name? So even if I placed it elsewhere it would only be a temporary solution.” she commented, which revealed the obvious solution. Should she destroy the “alien” universe? She could but that wasn’t Elaine’s style.
Elaine Should she save it somehow? Or maybe do nothing at all? She seemed content with the third idea at the moment. Two newcomers arrived and he made the presentations “Hi.” she waved from her spot. “The real question here is why do you even care uncle?” she told him.
Karma Ten Fold Though a magical being Roo is still bound to certain canine weaknesses,motion sickness being one of them. The spell gives her zero preparation, aside from the static heaviness in the air just seconds before. Thankfully she has the sense to latch tight to John the very moment before the teleportation, wincing and whining as they transcend through time and space. Wherever they'd end up forces Roo to detach upon landing, staggering off to one side to dry heave in a a corner.-c-[delete]
Karma Ten Fold Though strayed it isn't far, keeping tabs via that magical tether the two ofthe share. Even slightly indisposed, Roo's protectie nature over John keeps her keenly aware in an auditory sense. Lucifier's vocals carry t o her ears as she slowly recovers and turns, seeing those introduced and sighting each in turn. What's perhaps even more concerning is John's present state, body language obvious when coupled by his chemical changes. Easily detectable by Roo as she returns to his side. To everyone she tries to put on a more well received visage, grinning merrily and giving a little finger flutter of a wave to everyone present.-e-
J Constantine Huh, he hadn't expected to come out in the dreaming. He nods at Dream who he knew and was on as he recalled not terrible terms with, well at least in so much as one could manage to not be on bad terms with the Endless they tended towards aloofness. Elaine he remembers from their one brief encounter where she'd proven that a brat was still a brat even if she was given the power and responsibility of a god. He wonders if she learned anything about not pre judging someone based on heresay and rumor and repented her wicked ways. He doubted it, gods didn't change they just got worse. Pulling out a cig he lights it and takes a puff nodding at Luci and saying without an ounce of the awe one should have when faced with such titanic forces. "Quite the little meeting I've barged into eh?"
Lucifer glanced from the corner of his eye at Elaine, she was still childishly playful...It reminded Lucifer of a child with a jar of lightning bugs. It was a required outlook to do her job, Lucifer supposed. She was more fit to do the job because of it. "I agree, it is easy to prevent - destroy the other universe and rid yourself of the problem. However; each universe destroyed will send out ripples that invariably will affect this one. You ask my reason for concern? Survival seems to be an adequate reason." Elaine knew when Lucifer was misleading and when he was telling the truth, but as all things, Lucifer's eyes had landed upon Elaine and saw her weaknesses and her flaws. With this prior statement, she could hardly discern one motive or another. If she were a skeptical person she would consider that Lucifer was perhaps attempting to undermine her authority, but she knew him better than anyone, at this point in time.
Lucifer hadn't forgotten about John Constantine, allowing the man to hear the discussion back and forth between Lucifer and Elaine, it was important enough for John to hear and know. "This is where you come in, John...I need you to locate some items for me and in exchange, I'm willing to negotiate a price. The spell I intend to do can only be done by myself. For it I require a willing Werewolf, pregnant ideally. A silver Coin from a whore of tongues, a whip made of one thousand cat tails, a Dodo bird's feather..." Lucifer began walking towards a couch, his black business suit was sharp and defined; but held a blood red dress shirt buttoned to his neck and with no tie. He sat down and looked at John, never dropping those sharp analyzing features of his face.
Karma Ten Fold And a partridge in a pear tree, thinks Roo as she swiftly moves beside John for moral support. She hadn't a clue where they were or who this friend was. Fingers find the small of John's back, suggesting moral support without verbal offer, watching and listening to the way Lucifer demands in that "better then thou" manner. Un schooled in her religion, but no less protective of her lover Roo suddenly steps between them, "He's not a slave you pompous jerk.. And please might take you rather far." I'ts obvious the naive Roo had no idea who she was facing or where they were, still simply processing all these weirdly religious names and bizzare realm.
J Constantine The conversation was doubtless a bit out Roo's comprehension, hell it was almost out of John's especially since he'd missed part of it but he thinks he has the gist. Pursing his lips he thinks about asking something sarcastic, like why did someone with reality-bending magic need items to augment their spells? He doesn't though because he knows the reason is the same as why he used items to do the same thing. "Well, you don't ask for much now do you." The shopping list would be a pain in the ass make no fucking mistake, not that he couldn't do it just that the number of favors he'd have to call in would leave him damn near bankrupt. Still, that might be worth it for a single favor from the devil himself, but why stop at that. He rubs his chin and names his price. "Five favors I can claim at any time." He says after a moments consideration." Negotiating meant starting high and being bid down.
Lucifer wouldn't react to Roo's accusations clearly meant to offend Lucifer, but her ignorance made such statements embarrassing of herself; that was punishment enough in Lucifer's eyes. He had confidence that John knew what Lucifer was aiming for - both of them were of the same cloth, if you will. As John began to puzzle it together, Lucifer admired John's method of seeming dumber than he actually was, The first capitalist found Constantine's routine to be amusing and so, Lucifer would throw in a curve ball. "Lets not go into bids, back and forth is a waste of your time as much as it is mine. I can get the Dodo feather simple enough, they're extinct, I don't expect you to risk the timeline all for one feather from a clumsy avian creature. What I can't get is the Werewolf's heart, they aren't trusting of outsiders, perhaps you would know someone.
"The Silver coin, pathological liars is your field of expertise, I'm sure you know quite a few of them. And the Whip of one thousand cat tails is located in Jotunheimr held in the Den of Jotnar after they stole it from Anubis. I could get it, but I would rather avoid drawing attention from Aesir..." Lucifer reclined in his seat. "I will grant you my weapon, for one time occurrence. The whip when I am done with it, and I'm willing to grant one, non-frivolous, errand."
Karma Ten Fold Straying back toward John, Roo reels in her sudden defensiveness, fishing fingers into his own for personal comfort as the pair await Lucifer's judgment. Upon mention of anything were related Roo decidedly shrinks behind John, watching Lucifer now from over a shoulder with a noticable amount of worry. Fingers curl along the lower part of John's back, whispering only as she realizes, "Is he not -a-friend?" It's a horrible feeling being had like that. All these tasks sounded like fairy tales or yarns, each making Roo and easy and alll the more protective.
J Constantine The new offer was good, surprisingly good when you really thought about, which meant one of two things. Lucifer was either desperate or he hoped that John would take the bait and stop trying to push. "Two non-trivial errands." John finally says after the man cut down his task by one insane thing. Then John's attention slips back to Roo, while he normally would have answered her first just to annoy the person he is bargaining with even John isn't that dumb. Yes, he would push things with Lucifer, more than any other mortal would likely dare, but he'd not pay such a slight to the morningstar that he'd pause negotiations. While Luci considers the counter offer he whispers into Roo's ear. "Not exactly, but you didn't do anything wrong." Even if he might just being doing several things that would get him very, very dead if he screwed any of them up and that was if he was lucky. If he wasn't death would be a found dream of a fevered tortured madman.
Lucifer's eyes had saw John's desires and vulnerabilities, and he was satisfied with John's resolution. "This is as much in your best interest as it is mine. I will meet you half way on Jotunheimr, *I* will see to it that you are safely escorted into and out of the realm, should things become dire. For that, One errand, not two." Lucifer's gaze switched to Dream, a glare indicating their "friendship" was the whole purpose behind John and Lucifer having this conversation. Lucifer felt that Dream should pitch in, but wasn't going to encourage it. Lucifer wanted John Constantine call upon his favors, to what end? Only Lucifer knew.
Karma Ten Fold Looking between John and Lucifer Roo's a puddle of worry, grip tightening up on the mage and offering with whispered worry. "John..you-...we.. don't have to do this..It could be a trick. I don't trust himJohn." The reveal is made timidly, firmly avoiding eye contact with Lucifer as she negss John for their lives. It's only now she realizes the peril. Muttering softly and pressing close with loving promise, "We don't need this...." These other entities present are burning their prescense into her awareness,making Roo quiver withsubmission and realization they are way out of their league. Tugging his arm again she begs, "John..please.."
J Constantine "I have my own ways in and out of Jotunheim." John says crossing his arms and giving Lucifer a cocky grin, the morningstar new much but didn't know all. Mostly because no one, not even the Aesir, knew what went on in Svartelfheim where John had a contact who owed him a favor. Admittedly that wasn't as safe as having Lucifer acting as a cabby service but he wanted a second favor for reasons of his own. "So it stands at two favors, use of your weapon one times, and I get to keep the whip." He says with a raised eyebrow. At Roo's pleading he leans in close and says softly. "I'll explain it later love, but for now trust me."
John's explanation made Lucifer a little bit more satisfied, actually, the cost John was willing to burden followed the principle Lucifer was willing. "Very well, we have an agreement." Lucifer stood up and looked to Morpheus. "Things are coming along nicely. Hardly a need for your dramatizations, Morpheus. If Constantine and I do not deliver, there will be no one left to argue about where it went wrong."
Morpheus would close his eyes and shake his head. "Do not mistaken my understanding of the situation for panic, Morningstar...I know the potential of you both. But he is human and the number of allies you have are fewer than that of your enemies...And Morningstar?" Morpheus held a pause for a moment and then continued with a tone that seemed quite angry even though his voice was soft. The temperatures in the room, the flow of the wind would seem to flow with contained rage. "Do not bring mortals into my Realm without my permission again. Consider yourself warned." Morpheus came to regard Roo and Constantine. "You are both not at fault for trespassing into my domain, but mortals are not welcomed here."
Karma Ten Fold Her grip tightens along John's arm, slowly feeding downward towards his un occupied hand. That unsure gaze extends to Lucifer,shy, searching yet respectful. Every ounce of her Canine self is whining, telling her to run . She only manges to mouth abarely there, "okay.." remaining timidly behind her lover while this strange game unfolds its rules. In her grip Roo's steadily feeding John her power, tingle amplified to a roar beneath his flesh that he need only activate. Beyond his wealth of spells when paired with Roo John was damn near Godlike, delivered a steady feed of insurmountable power that rockets through him like lightning. Strange how all this was coming from such an inconspicous source.Still there's some part ofherthat's hurt she's not getting a say, worried about her love's wellbeing. She's close to soiling her self when Morpheus turns that judgemental stare uponthem,fingers tightening against John and trembling with a wince.
J Constantine Being damn near god-like, was tragically not the same as being god-like. While John felt pretty good with Roo there and he may indeed be able, with preparation though less than he might in other circumstances, tumble with Luci with Roo's help he knew damn well he couldn't handle Dream. Especially not in the damn dreaming. "Well, I'll be taking my leave now anyway mate so no worries." He says with a grin to the endless and then he gathers Roo in his arms and exits stage left, which is to say right back to that awning they started from. He had work to do.
As John went to leave, Lucifer explained. "Don't lose that card, John. Consider it a hotline to me and if I don't answer, take the hint." Lucifer turned to regard Morpheus noting the Endless wasn't very happy, Lucifer would've rolled his eyes if he actually cared. "I have two universes to save, Morpheus. Keep the place as confusing as always." Lucifer's wings would spread and he would fly through the dreaming to the mortal realm. Lucifer would bide his time, waiting for John to separate from Roo before making his move.
Roo would awaken from her sleep standing in a dark bar, a red mist traveled through the air. The music would suddenly start to play and in the corner she would see the black silhouette of a man in a tuxedo playing a piano so graciously and beautifully. His blonde hair was darkened by the lighting. Two curls, one on each side of his head gave his profile a demonic impression but, the passiveness of his character gave no reason for caution or concern. "Hello again..." Lucifer's voice was suave, like the time they had met and their last encounter. With the music one could interpret the man had a sense of romance especially with his performance of playing the piano. "The bar is open, feel free to help yourself to a drink."
Karma Ten Fold Utterly confounded Roo's frozen, still clad in the same lack of clothes she'd doned before climbing intoJohn'sbed. As memory served her last all she'd done was enter the Mill and prepare for sleep, dozing off and somehow managing to awake-here. Looking completely befuddled she takes a few precious moments to look around, timid, tense and humbled, especially upon realizing the voice belonged to Lucifer. Instantly humbled and shy she tuggs nervously at the hemline of John's white button down oxford current serving as a sleep shirt, wide eyed and fearful. Struggling with her words she treads closer to Lucifer, "I..I'm not allowed to drink.."Nevermind the bevy of question regaurding exactly how she got her or why she'd been brought.
"Not allowed or do not want to?" Lucifer seemed focused on the keys to the piano as he spoke, each tap held an animation unto themselves creating a more fluid and smooth presentation like digits dancing on the surface of water. "There is water, lest you're not allowed to drink what so ever. I would assume that to be quite liberating. Do you know why you're here?"
Karma Ten Fold Straying closer with a tinge of urgency she plants herself beside the piano as if its some kind of sheild, eyes darting about in full expectation of judgement as she counters nervous," Shouldn't really.. It doesn't agree with my constitution as John says." Truth spoken given her more animal nature and inability toreally process the stuff. Lingering beside the baby grand she rubs an arm nervously,finally looking to Lucifer and answering the latter part of his question. "I was sorta hoping this was all a dream...Aside from that I have no idea." Her genuine honestly is both refreshing and almost painfully sincere.
Lucifer continued to tap away moving his head some to the beat of the music, those yellow and amber glossed eyes shifted to her for a moment to recognize her concern about the situation, hoping this was some immaterial world where she was safe. "It is a dream...You're here because I willed it." He stated with confidence and poise. "You weren't satisfied with mine and John's deal." Another statement that accurately reflected reality. "It's a curious relationship between you two. A familiar is to obey and follow the best interest of their master." Lucifer shifted some in his seat as he tapped and made his fingers dance upon the white surfaces of the keys. "Loyalty is all anyone asks of a Familiar, is it not?"
Karma Ten Fold Ire sparks in her heart, defiant for a moment as she steps to the seat before the piano. "I'm always a good gir-..Imean I respect his decisions."The prideful tension leaves her as she suddenly moves to seat herself beside Lucifer, tiny finger moving to the keys and suddely playing an unexpected occasional accompaniment. With eyes on the keys she reveals with a smile, full of confidence, "He's not just my master Lucifer..I love him." For whatever reason Roo seems to harbor no fear towards Lucifer, embracing him as just another oddity in this world. Slowly her large amber eyes swivel towards him,full of of innocent absolute, pleading with a look as she searches his features, "Please.Don't hurt us."
Lucifer watched as she began to tap on the keyboard, her confidence in sitting close to him and then smiling indicated that she wasn't as scared as she was before; this was an interesting twist. He had picked up her lack of a soul - not that he cared for that matter, it was to be expected of a familiar. "You love him? Hm." Lucifer questioned out loud and then seemed to disregard it as he continued playing the piano. "Love is unconditional...I've had many 'lovers' as poets would say, but I have not loved them as the poets would say..." Lucifer thought of Lilith and Maz, two distinct women that on a personal level Lucifer had conflicted with, but on an emotional level, he felt two different things. His expression would show neither his feelings or his thoughts outside of sharp features playing the instrument in repetition.
Karma Ten Fold Elegant extenders keep gliding over keys, refocusing on the played chords and changing the tune to something more somber. The chimed tones are simple and have subtle variants, allowing the pair to converse without having to focus to terribly much on keys. Ambient elegant lighting in the club glints off the precious O-ring of her faux diamond studded collar, making her stand out . Between cords, her eyes find Lucifer, sympathetic tone offered with her sweet features, "That must be very lonely for you.. , Lucifer." Flawlessly she keeps playing the tranquil cords, though her features display pain for him," I'm sorry for you.Love is such a grand experience." Fathomless hues search his feature, lulling and innocent but full of sympathy. Finally her features twist back tothe ivory, murmering with a smile" You're still not tellingme -why- I'm here."
He followed suit, furrowing those sharp and thin eyebrows to the tune, he seemed annoyed but also focused on the keyboard playing it intently. "You shouldn't feel sorry for me." Stopped and allowed her to play the next few notes as he looked at her turning in his seat so their amber eyes could come into an exchange of recognition. His hands would then return to joining her as she asked her question with a smile. "Do you believe love is unconditional, that it is not something you can control? No matter the pain, the sacrifice, the harm...True love perseveres?"
Karma Ten Fold Those beautiful fingers of her faulter on a few keys, slowly retracting as she twists to face his sudden onslaught of existentialism. "If you're the true Lucifer then you don't earnestly care for my feelings. Only your own. The worship of one'sself to the infinate yes?. God be damned!" she announces with a giggle. "I beleive in none of you.. Your bickering ..your pain.. your hate and jealously. Irrelevant. " Her hands fold along her lap now fully facing him, gentle gaze beaming truth and tone tranquil, "I exist because of loveand love only. It deserves every ounce of my loyalty."
He saw that she took humor in the words 'God be damned!' and little did she know that she angered him by that statement. With it, she had condemned either his Father or Elaine to a merciless place of pain and torture. Lucifer had no problem himself or his family making such statements, but for anyone who did not personally deal with God, they deserved the very thing they declared. He kept his sharp features in check and his emotions quelled, little did she know right now that she would suffer for that remark, but Lucifer wasn't without education, she would soon learn why he would punish her for such statement. "If love is unconditional...why are you bound to John Constantine?"
Karma Ten Fold Apprently Lucifer wasn't keen on sarcasm, not to the fact Roo hadn't the faintest idea of what damnation or God truly was in any respect. Furrowing brow she states plainly, "He saved me.. If it wasn't for John I wouldn't know anything of the world .. or ..myself for that matter. Though I owe him my life..I give him my love freely. He's my savior." Forcing her eyes elsewhere she realizes just how trivial and or stupid this must sound to an exhaulted being, correcting with a sheepish smile and diverting ofher eyes elsewhere. "Not that any of this matters to -you. You couldn't possibly.."Pushing to a slow stand she drifts away from Lucifer, no longer liking where this was going. Pausing a few feet away and preening at the rather short hemline of the button down oxford Roo tries to remain modestly covered while facing him. "Whatever this is... I think I'd just like to wake up now." That heart in her chest beats only for John,and not even the Little Horn himself could sway that kind of
Karma Ten Fold pure devotion.-e-
When she stood up and began to slip away, it was a curious decision of happiness suddenly shifting. Perhaps she thought he was considering her for a bedmate, she wasn't intriguing enough for that. "You wanted to know why I brought you here. It's not because I desire anything from you. It's because I have what you want." Lucifer maintained the notes of the song she started. Shifting glances to her as he played. "You want John's unconditional love. For him to love you as much as you love him...I'm *sure* you've felt it earlier...the way he silenced you and your concerns. You were worried about him and the opportunity of a good deal took precedent over you..." Lucifer looked at the piano and explained. "I was like John with a woman before...Her name was Lilith...Like she was to me, I was to her. We used each other and both gained from that communion..." Lucifer stopped and turned in his seat to look at her at spoke.
"When we finished, there was nothing more to our partnership. We both felt something different for each other. I'm willing to give you something in exchange for something else." Lucifer brought his hands to rest on his lap.
Karma Ten Fold Damn right Roo's not intruiging enough to be a bedmate for the devil himself, and were she privy to such she'd be entirely at peace withtthis revelation. Roo wasn't a self- serving , meglomanical sepratist. Nor was she busty and or devilish. What she did have to offer were things Lucifer hadn't yet gleaned , thankfully. "You're Nothing like him.. never been . Sure people use others , but that's because of you."The bitter memory of Cassidy and his mental torments and manipulative lies suddenly flare to life, promoting Roo to counter with a bit more fire than before. "If you're riding the "he's usingyou" train.. you're a little late for that depature." Planting her feet and crossing her arms defensively she states flately, "and besides..You couldn't possibly have Anything I want."
Lucifer tilted his head curiously. "Oh. I see you have everything you want. Well then, there's nothing more to discuss here. You can go back." Lucifer would wave his hands as if shoo'ing her away. "Enjoy your time with John while he's alive." Lucifer began to sing as he changed the beat to the song. "Winter is here, again oh~boy...Haven't been home in a year or more. I hope she holds on a little longer. Sent a letter on long summer day made of silver; not of clay..." Lucifer would seem intensely focused on singing allowing the tone of the song and the subtle meaning of his words to sink into her mind.
Karma Ten Fold As her expression changes to something more grim and angered Roo lets her glaring stare consume Lucifer, swearing internally that if anything happens to John she'll come for Lucifer herself. "I will. Shame you''ll never know any where near the same." jerk she entertains mentally while turning to leave. True to form Roo never swore outloud. Thus far Lucifer was a far cry fromthe fire andbrimstone nonesense she'd flipped through in various tomes, leaving Roo with only dissapointment and a sour taste in the back of her throat. Turning she heads back the way she came really hoping she winds up back in John's bed.
She would wake up back in her bed and Lucifer would continue to play his piano. Perhaps ironically when she woke the old radio in Jasper's Millhouse would sing "~Oh I've been running down this dusty road. The wheel in the sky keeps on turning! I don't where I'll be tomorrow! Wheel in the sky keeps on turning!...." Lucifer stood up from playing his piano having accomplished much work today, he would have to prepare for his next move anticipating the Roo will play her part accordingly.
Karma Ten Fold Roo wakees up enough to lurch herself out of bed , snag the radio and violently lurch it against the nearest wall. Well awake and panting she stands over the shattered debbris angry and sleepy. A bare footed kick shoves the broken remains against the wall making the still blaringly audible parts sluggishly die and and fall silent