Tzipporah crouched down beside Andre's sister. She sat with her legs in either side of Izaradas' ribs and held her arms over her head. Tzipporah looked the woman dead in the eyes. "Try to make a move... I dare you..." Her tail rattled behind her. Tzips eyes burned as she began to crave for blood. The scent, the feel, she wanted it. The craze flickered in her eyes. It was different then the one that she had with Andre. This was a murderous craze, would that could not be satisfied. She could drain the blood from everything living being here and still crave more.

Kiako felt the change in energy and recognized it. She whispered something under her breath, her seal forming on the ground beneath her and under Tzipporah. It was barely noticeable as she worked. Kiako quietly began to absorb Tzipporah's blood lust, making it a part of her own. If Tzipporah lost focus now, it would be very dangerous for her and the one she love. It would also be dangerous for one she would soon meet and love in a short amount of time. When she was finished, the same craze covered Kiako's face, but she remained calm and intact. "Do not worry..." She said as her hands twitched.

Ari watched as Sho came claiming that there was another being inside the dark elf woman. Watching carefully as Ko stood behind his brother for support Ari kept her bow at the ready should this woman decide to further continue her attacks. We may have only know each other for a whort period of time, but I won't let anyone hurt my new friends. Ari thought as she watched the area carefully, noting that Bard had transformed as well as the blue haired demon girl. Interesting. It seemed that they felt just as strongly about protecting this area and these people. Ari Tried her best but could feel herself growing tired again. Curse these damn wood or whatever it is that has been making me so tired. Looking around Ari hoped that Nassii and Whispers were safe.

Rai felt comforted as Sho wrapped his wings around them both and pulling hers closer in around herself like a blanket Rai managed to nod as Sho explained about him and his brother being in heaven's gaurd. That nagging feeling at the back of her mind seemed to be screaming at this but he quiet reasurance had eased some of the tension from her when he squeezed her hand. She didn't have time to stop him as he left her on the edge of the camp as she headed over to the fallen elf woman. Pulling her wings tightly around her again Rai crouched down hugging herself as she watched hoping that Sho would be safe. "Please be safe." Rai nearly whispered as she watched who she assumed was his brother stand behind him in support.

Andre looked over the young man who had knelt down by his sister. "Are you sure you can fix her?" He asked. He was worried that even if there was an evil spirit in her, that she'll still want to murder everyone. Andre watched as Tzip held Izaradas down, he could see the bloodlust in her eyes. He worried for her and for the others in the camp, he didn't want her to lose control and he didn't think he would be able to quelch her thirst this time. He watched as the young winged man began muttering strange words.

Shojiro merely nodded to his brother and to Andre. He held his hands over the woman and began to chant. His eyes closed and his face furrowed in constrantion. His forehead began to sweat, his body shaking as he pulled the demonic spirit from the woman. Whatever spirit took over this body was strong, bit Shojiro held his focus and kept chanting. His body began to glow with a powerful blue aura as he chanted. It began to change to red as he pulled the demonic spirit out of the woman. He opened his mouth wide, sucking the evil into himself. He ate the demon soul, his aura returning to it's normal blue. He slumped back against his brother, who placed his hands on his shoulders.

Kojiro always worried about his brother when he had to eat demon souls. It always took so much out of him. He didn't have Sho's powers, his were more geared towards battle. He can charm people while in battle as well as charge up his attacks. He had some battle spells and enchantments, but it wasn't anything compared to what Sho could do. He glanced back at Ari and gave her a nod to let her know that all was fine.

Bard watched with pride at his sons as they did what they were good at. He looked back at Kiako, seeing her hands twitch as she spoke. He took her hands in his large ones, tilting his raven-like head. "Are you alright?" He asked. He would have to transform back soon. When he did, he would be weakened. It took a lot of power for him to change his form, he usually slept for a full day or two afterwards.

Izaradas screamed in pain as the crow demon ripped away whatever spirit was attached to her soul. She squirmed under the weight of the demon woman. It felt as if part of her soul was being torn from her body. After it was down, she laid there, beathing heavily. Everything had gone black, she felt different. Her true self was returning, she didn't have that strange lust for Andre anymore, hell she didn't even want to be near him. "You can get off me now." She growled. Izaradas may not be posessed anymore but she was still a bitch.

Tzipporah got up off of the woman. She looked at Andre, but stayed wary of his sister. She didn't want her to try anything. Her body began to turn back. It was the first time she had ever become like this, so she had no idea what to expect. When the feeling of tired set it, she sat down on the ground, rubbing her forehead. She turned to look at Andre and smiled. The scales on her skin slowly went back to normal as the scales left. She giggled, watching them leave. Huh... cool. She then look at Sho who seemed very much under the weather. "Hey, all you alright?"

Kiako nodded at him, the corner of her mouth twitching up. :I'll be alright, its nothing I can't handle, and its better than the girl trying to deal with it. Its enough stress on one's body to just be pregnant, but pregnant is crazed it a whole different issue."

Ande sat beside Tzip, putting his arms around her. He looked up at Izaradas, he had not known his sister to be anything other than evil. "What are you going to do now?" He asked her, his tone cold. He didn't trust her still, after decades of pain and misery one couldn't blame him.

Shojiro looked over at Tzip somewhat weakly. "Ah..yes..Demon souls tend to take a lot out of me when I eat them." He said, closing his eyes. He was tired, he wanted to sleep, but if he slept now if slept down, there was a good chance that the soul could take over his. He focused on Tzip and tried to keep his eyes opened. "But she is clean of the evil soul that posessed her.

Bard nodded to her. "I see, so she is pregnant." He could see there was a different energy about her, he hadn't know what until now. He turned his attention back to Kiako. "Do you want to move away from the groupings of people, to ease the tension?" He asked.

Izaradas stood, brushing off her dress. She glared at the man who was giving her a cold tone. "I don't know. But I do not want to be here, however I cannot not leave this place." She said, folding her arms over her chest. Her eyes no longer had their red glow, instead they were a silvery color. Her body langauge had changed as well, she was no long hostile towards the demon woman nor anyone else. She didn't like them still, but she didn't wish death upon them. "I do not know what happened, but I feel different. I no long desire you Andórië Vildelanwë." She said. She turned and left the encampment, she didn't know where she was to go, but she followed the river, stopping as soon as she could no longer see the camp. She sat and went into her sleep like trance.

Once the woman left Ari put away her bow and arrow and crouched down next to Sho. "That was impressive. Are you going to be alright?" Ari smiled up at Ko because loyalty had always struck a cord inside her, maybe because her family had never had any loyalty to each other. Ari watched as Sho struggled to stay awake. "You can't go to sleep yet can you?" Ari asked as he seemed to be trying to force himself to stay awake.

Rai watched the entire exchange the whole time fearing that something bad was going to happen. When it appeared Sho had finished eatting the spirit she watched as she slumped back against his brother. Fear for him had her up and racing over to him, her wings all forgoten and no longer hidden. Ignoring the others around her she knelt down next to him taking his hand. "Sho, you are alright, right?" Rai asked concern coloring her tone. "Are you hurting?" She didn't like the idea of anyone hurting him and craddled his hand in hers as she worried over him.

Shojiro looked to Ari and smiled. "Oh no. If I sleep there is a chance that the demon spirit could take over me." He said. He looked up at Ko and held his face blank, which meant he was worried. "Dearest brother, relax. You know I always come out fine." He said. He was shocked when Rai came rushing in to him, he smiled gently at her as she took his hand and worried over him. "I'll be fine. No, no. There is no pain." He said. He saw her wings, a lovely raven color much like his, Ko's and Bard's wings. "Ah, your wings, they are lovely." He said, his voice soft and heavy with sleep.

Kojiro was a silent sea of emotion. He hated when his brother ate demon souls. He didn't want him to ever be taken away from him by him being posessed. There isn't many people in the world who can do what Sho can. He was impressed by the way two women came to Sho. The new one, a lovely blacked winged woman, seemed to really care for Sho. Kojiro stood behind his brother, giving him the support he needed. "Shojiro.." He whispered as he watched over him. Ko glanced over at Ari, who was rather insightful.

Ari watched as this other girl rushed to Sho's side and smiled a little. That is sweet, she really cares for him. she thought as she stood and offered a hand to him. "If you can't fall asleep it might be a better idea for you to get up and move." Ari said thinking. "Keeping busy will at least keep you from drifting off to sleep against your brother like that anyway. And it seems that he is extremely worried about you." Ari smiled at Ko. "I am guessing he does this far to often." Ari said to him seeing the tension all but rolling off him as he worried over his brother. It didn't work with Keith, but maybe it will work with Ko. Ari thought and smiling at him placed a hand on his arm to comfort him. "Seems like your brother is pretty strong tho, I am sure he will pull through. Won't you Shojiro?" Ari said with a small laugh. and looking down at Sho and the blacked winged angel next to him.

Rai had relaxed when he confirmed that he wasn't in pain but the thought of something taking him over if he fell asleep scared her a bit. Her grip on his hand tightened a little as she tried to not think of the worst outcome. "Good. I am glad you aren't hurting." She said and then blushed slightly when he said her wings were lovely. "My wings aren't..." Trailing off Rai looked at him in shock and then back at her wings and they immediately snapped shut and pulled in close to her body. "Oh no." Rai all but whispered as she thought of the best way to escape. They saw my wings. Oh no! I have to hide. The tiredness in his voice had her staying put holding his hand as the elf girl was saying that he needed to stay awake. she understood that if he fell asleep now then the Sho she knew would no longer be around. Debating between running for her life and staying by Sho's side Rai continued holding his hand and stood up. "Miss Elf is right. If you are sleepy you should get up and do something to keep yourself awake." She kept her wings tucked in tightly against her and smiled at him.

Sayo Grinned as she watched the fallen angel interacting with the demons and elf. It would figure that she would associate with such lower beings. she thought in near disgust. tho they are all very good looking men. she didn't have to think that they were worth her time to appreciate their good looks. But now she had to plan. How was she going to take the girl away when it seemed she might be protected by all these people. the power levels of these people were close if not greater than her own and she would be in for one heck of a fight if she tried to take her now. But is she waited she might have to fight them all when they were stronger. With a small sigh and a grim smile Sayo flew into the air and then landed next to the black winged girl and gripped her arm. "You are under arrest by the nobel high council for your transgressions and the murder of fellow angels. Please come with me quietly." Sayo said in an offical manner, hoping that maybe the others wouldn't stand in her way of taking this girl back with her. The blue haird demon girl, and the others around the camp all seemed to be fairly weak at the moment, but she was hoping that this wouldn't bring the attenion of the one she had sensed in the forest, she doubted that she could handle all the their power at once.

Tzipporah rested her hands on Andre's arms. They brought a safety and warmth to her that she never knew was possibly. She sighed a sigh of relief when Izaradas said that she no longer held any interest in Andre. But then that brought back the though. He said engaged... She had no idea when this happened. She supposed it happened when he said it. The thought made her smile and blush. She knew that she could lead an extremely happy life with him, and would be eternally grateful to whatever god brought him to her. She kissed his arm as Izaradas walked away. She hoped that with his sister leaving, Andre would relax.

Speaking of relaxing, Tzipporah was not at all prepared for what she felt, and when she looked at the tnegu in front of her, she could only sympathize. She felt the extreme fatigue that he did, although it made her wonder something. Surely just going from one state to another can not cause this kind of tiredness. There had to be an other explanation as to why the girl felt so drained. She had watched Keith transform back to normal, and although he seemed tired enough, he was still able to move. This girl could barely talk, let alone move her body.

She once again gave a small smile when the angel and the Elven woman ran over to the men in front of her. The women seemed to care deeply for them, and Tzipporah was glad for it. Mostly everyone here seemed to get along in one way or another. It was good; if they all had to live together it was best that they all enjoyed each others company. However, when a second angel dropped from the sky to arrest the first Angel, Tzipporah could feel her power trying to rise once more.

Kiako took a step forward as this new girl came down. She knew most in the camp were too weak to put up any fuss, and she herself was drained, but still would be a force to be reckoned with. "I would think that move would be highly unwise, girl." Kiako's tone had dropped as she moved out into sight of everyone. Her hair flowed in the wind as if it was smoke as her eyes gave off a soft purple glow. "Even if those around you seem weakened, there are those of us who have some energy to spare. And believe me when I say today would not be a good day to pick a fight against those of us who remain strong."

Her hands twitched violently as she spoke to the angel. Kiako may have been half angel, but she was half of a lot of things, and she hated that half the most. Angel were proud beings by nature, and she could not stand them. They thought they were better, but when compared to what? Demons for her were far more superior. They had to work for what they achieved; it was not simply handed to them. They were not the pure beauties that people imagined; they were the cruel beings that nightmares could not imagine. Kiako chose that side because they earned her respect.

Shojiro smiled at the girls. They were right, sitting on the ground wouldn't do him any good. He stood, slowly and holding on to Rai's hand. "Yes, I think keeping myself busy would keep me awake." He said, putting his other hand on Rai's. He rather enjoy this girl's company, he never thought he'd find someone who could hold his interest. Shojiro looked to his brother and then to Ari. "I think he needs some comforting. Thank you Ari." Sho said to her, then turned to Rai. "Shall we walk, Rai?" He asked her. He was already feeling better, being on his feet, but he wanted to know Rai more. Before the girl could answer another angel appeared and stated that Rai was underarrest. He held onto Rai tightly, pulling her close to him, his large wings spread out behind him. "I, Shojiro Dragonmists, second in command of the Heaven's Army delcare that this woman is under my authority." Shojiro said, his tone offical and firm even as his body was weak.

Kojiro smiled at Ari as she spoke to his brother, understanding his torment. He had never met any woman who could understand his loyality to his brother and father, nor his need to protect Sho when he is weak. Shojiro had always been the leader, working his way up in Heaven's army to second in command. Kojiro was his protector, his muscle. Kojiro would and could do anything Shojiro asked of him, and Sho knew that. He smiled at Ari again as she touched his arm, his worry being lifted at her touch. "Thank you Ari, that's so kind of you." Kojiro said with a tone that no one has ever heard from. Ko whirled around as he heard his brother speak. He looked at Sho as he gripped onto Rai. He also heard the young looking demon that Bard had been with speak as well. "She is right, trying to take her will be a mistake." Kojiro said, gripping his weapons.

Bard had stepped back when it had seemed that the conflict was over, only to see a new figure appear. He was still in his tengu form, as it took hours for him to change back. He stepped back into the circle as Kiako decided the new girl that was with Sho. He was massive behind the small frame of Kiako. "The High council has no authority over this area. Even if we did allow you to take her, you would not be able to leave this place." Bard said as he towered over the rest of the group. His sharp black beak gleamed in the firelight, his eyes narrowed on the woman.

Andre relaxed a little as Izaradas stated her position and left. He wondered if they were going to see her again, since she couldn't leave the forest. He decided not to think about it until later. He was focused on Tzipporah and her condition, he squeezed her tightly. "Are you alright, love?" He asked her. He looked up as another interloper entered the camp. He growled at the woman as she threatened to take away the dark wing woman who wanted to be near Shojiro. He watched as Kiako, Shojiro, Kojiro and Bard all backed the black winged angel up. He could still fight if he had to, but his main concern was Tzipporah. Shojiro looked as if he was going to fight no matter the cost to his body, as well as Kojiro who hadn't been effect at all. Bard was an impressive sight to Andre, he had never seen a tengu demon in full form before. His transformation could almost rival Keith's, Andre thought to himself.

Ari smiled at Sho and then brightly at Ko keeping her hand lightly on his arm until another angel landed and placed a hand on the black winged angel next to Sho. Sho seemed angered as he stated his position and claimed that the girl was under his protection. Ari had already pulled her bow and arrow out and had it trained on the angel. "You are outnumbered." Ari said quietly with a chill on her voice. "I would give up now if I were you." It seemed that whether everyone knew eachother or not they were not about to let what they cosidered one of their own be taken away. If Sho fights to the death for this girl, Ko will as well. Ari thought as she watched those gathering around. And if either one of them are hurt, Bard will go nuts. Then it seems that Keith's mother will probably do the same if Bard is hurt. Hopefully she will just back off. Ari watched keeping her arrow trained carefully on the Angel's heart.

Rai smiled helpping Sho up off the ground and keeping her hands in his even though she continuedto keep her wings hidden as best she could. She was about to answer his question about a walk when someone gripped her arm. Panic swept through her as the angel placed her under arrest. The pounding at the back of her head was getting worse tho it dimmed some as Sho pulled her close saying she was under his protection. She noticed that his voice was strong, but even as she stood there held close to him she could feel that his body was becoming weaker. As the other girl had released her arm in what Rai guessed was shock she wrapped her arms around Sho's waist in a hug trying to keep herself close to comfort and far enough away from this angel that wanted to take her. Knowing what Sho had just done Rai was worried more about him than the girl standing there and her head was all but throbbing with pain as she squeezed her arms around him a little. "Sho." She said quietly with concern coloring it as she looked at him and could see the fatigue in his eyes.

Damn why is it that they all have to decide to protect this girl? Sayo nearly screamed in frustration as she looked at the demon girl that approached first. "This is no concern for any demon." Sayo said coldly as she turned from the woman to the 2nd in command who was currently holding the girl close to him. "And if you are who you say you are then release the girl as I come from the direct command of Michael and this girl is to pay for her crimes." She thought it was crazy for these people to be defending a murderer but then again the girl did appear to be an innocent. Turning to the large Tengu demon Sayo glared back. "What do you mean not be able to get out of the forest?" Sayo was getting distracted slightly with all the people who suddenly seemd to be ready to fight, even if their powers didn't match hers. Sighing and trying a different tactic she raised her hands to show she meant no harm to them. "Look, I was given an asignment. This girl has murdered and the punishment is prison for life. We can not let her go. I have to take her back with me. I have no interest in fighting any of you but the girl must come with me." Sayo knew better than to reach for the girl so she took a step back to show she meant no harm and waited for a response.

Shojiro was distracted by the sudden way Rai put her arms around his waist. He remained on his feet even as his body screamed for him to sit. The digestion of the demon soul had begun and his body was going to be weak until it was over. Shojiro lowered his wings, folding them close to his body. "I serve under Michael, as does my brother." He replied. He reached into his pocket and pulled out the golden talisman that was given to him upon his rank. He held it to the angel so she could see he was who he said he was. He leaned against Rai for support more now than before as the woman backed off. Sho patted Rai's shoulder as they stood there, he wasn't about to let her be taken away. "We all have sins. However, here they do not matter. Armies, Heaven, Hell, Demons, Angels, soical rankings, they all hold no meaning here." Sho said, feeling very tired, soon he will be able to sleep.

Kojiro snickered at the mention of Michael. "That old bat? Ha!" Kojiro laughed. He had often made fun of the old angel. He was always so uptight and strict. Kojiro loved to go and mess up his office as well as mess with him. He loved to embarassed the old bat. He grinned at Ari, giving her a wink. Since he now knew that the old bat sent her, Ko didn't see the angel as a threat any longer. He moved closer to Ari, standing behind her to give her backup, though he doubted she needed it.

Bard sighed inwardly, children never listened. "This forest is enchanted or something.. onc eyou found your way in you are stuck." He said, he started to feel tired, his body reaching it's limit for it's transformation. Unlike Keith's, Bard can only hold his transformation for so long and could only use a limited amount of time. He wouldn't be able to transform again for a few days. Maybe weeks, he was never sure as he hardly used this power.

Ari slowly lowered her weapon as the other angel back away and Ko seemed to relax when she said who it was she served. Ari didn't lower her guard and smiled a little at Ko's wink as he moved to stand behind her. "I am sorry but you will have to listen to them well. There is no way out of these woods. I am afraid you are stuck here." Ari smiled a little as Rai held tight to Sho but she still seemed tense.

Rai was still tensed as Sho began to lean more heavily on her. Her worry spiked for him as she held him up more as he patted her shoulder. "Sho." Rai said looking up at him trying to get his attention. "You need to rest, not sleep but rest." Her arms tightened around his waist a bit as she hear the accusation that she had murdered. The pounding in her head exploded. Rai's voice took on a hint of ice as her eyes went silver. "What would you know of murder?" Rai's voice was calm and steady. "Tell me what punishment those that murdered my sister recieved. You angels are nothing but a bunch of hypocrites that think you can bend the rules to suit you when ever you please." Rai was still holding up Sho carefully but when she blinked a few times her eyes changed back to normal and Rai suddenly felt like she was tired. Noticing Sho's tiredness Rai did her best to hold him up again. "Sho we should sit." Rai said quietly. "You are going to fall over at this rate. Does the tiredness go away soon? Or does it stay like this till the demon spirit is gone for good?" Rai tired to lead Sho over towards the little lake to sit down.

Sayo sighed as she couldn't deny the proof that the boy had shown her. She had a lot to think about now. She did not have a rank above his and if he took her under his protection she would be unable to do anything until Michael himself took away the boy's right. She stared at the Tengu demon for a moment then nodded. "Has anyone tried to leave these woods?" She asked reasonably. "As for you elf girl you can put away your weapon, I won't go after the girl until I am able." Sayo had noticed the change in the girl as she spoke to her. "Hypocrite is a strong word to use as you yourself are an angel of sorts." Sayo slowly backed away from the group. Making sure to keep her escape open. "As I said, if you claim her under your protection I can do nothing at the moment." Debating on how she was going to have to complete her mission Sayo decided to take the safest route. "My name is Sayo. I am Michael's granddaughter. If what you say about not leaving these woods are true, then it seems as tho I will be..."graced" with your company for a while." Sayo smiled a little but it was nothing like the warm smiles of Ari or Rai or Tzip, this was a smile that seems friendly but held behind it slightly cruel intentions.

Kiako watched the interactions, feelings Bard's strong presence behind her. If this lasted and her anger continued to rage, she had the chance of losing control of the craze she absorbed. As the corners of her lips continued to twitch into a murderous grin. Hoping this dispute would change soon, her attention was soon turned when she could feel Bard's presence beginning to weaken. She turned and looked at him. Even though he appeared to stand strong, she could see his body was weakening under the pressure of holding his form. Unlike Keith and Kiako whose true form was that of the transformed, he seemed to need to be in this more human state.

Kiako moved until her back was resting against him. She reached behind her and took one of his large hands, holding onto his finger. Her hands were to small to hold any other part. They began to shake more and more violently as time passed, but she kept most control. She watched as the Angel backed off. It was good; she would hate to bring her cruel nature into play.

Tzipporah nodded her head when Andre spoke. Everything he said to her only every brought a smile to her face. It was good to know everyone felt as she did; they all looked after each other. She stood up, using Andre to help her up then relying on him to continue standing. She looked at the Angel girl. "You are welcome here, but do not try anything..." Her voice was tired. Hey body trembled in Andre arms.

Shojiro glared at the woman. He didn't know that Michael had a graddaughter, but it wouldn't have surprised him. He didn't like the way she smiled after annoucing she couldn't take Rai away just yet. He looked at Rai, knowing she was right. "Let's so sit by the waterfall. Away from everyone." He said. He wanted to sit and listen to the water. He lead Rai away from the group, away from the angel with the cruel smile. There was a meancing wave of hate coming from her, it didn't help Sho feel better. "It'll be alright, Rai. I promise." He said. He doubt that Michael would come for them and he wouldn't let the old angel to anything to her. Michael owed Shojiro quite a bit and Shojiro would call those favors in.


Kojiro stared the angel down. Her smile was fake as well as her words. He knew that any kin of Michaels was a threat to people's happiness. He put a hand on Ari's shoulder, keeping his eyes on Sayo. "Well, Sayo, I am Kojiro Dragonmists, the big guy over there is Bard Dragonmists, the woman in front of him is Kiako, over there is Andre and Tzipporah." Kojiro said, his tone icy. "Let's take a walk, Ari." He said to her, wanting to get away from Sayo.

Bard felt Kiako lean on him and hold his finger. It made him smile and placed his other large hand on her shoulder. "Very well then. I do hope you stand on your best behavior while you are here." Bard said. He could feel Kiako shake. He looked down at her, worry in his large eyes. "I need to change, Kiako." He said as his body began to transform back to his humaniod form. It was somewhat painful, as his body strank to it's normal six foot.

Andre knew that Tzip was wiped out. He scooped her up in his arms and headed towards her little hut. "Shall we sleep here? Or should go some place else?" He said, a playful smile on his face. He was glad things had worked themselves out. He was done with all the drama and fighting, he had done it for most of his life. He wanted nothing more now than to lay with his beloved Tzip and sleep.

Syn scowled at Keith, staring up into his purple eyes. The demon didn't seem so intimidating and tall in his calm state. "Are you deadly bored, wanting to 'get to know' a human better?" Laughing halfheartedly, Syn ran his hand through his hair (...again). "I'm hardly interesting." He stuck his tongue out jokingly to the demon and turned away again, scouting a spot to sit and rest for a minute. Gah... this forest is exhausting... or this demon is. He chuckled slightly to himself.

Izaradas could heard voices near by. It had distracted her from her trance. She shrugged, she wasn't damaged too much from the battle. She hadn't been able to think freely for quite sometime. It felt strange being free of that demonic being, she hadn't known she was under control, she was so young when it first took over. To think she was posessed for over three thousand years. She shook the thought, disgusted that the spirit made her desire her runt of a brother. She heard the voices again, they sounded closer than before. She decided to check them out, heading towards the two male voices quietly. She came across a demon male who's heat signature was much like the demon woman who fought her as well as a human male. They were speaking with each other, the human seemed to be angry with having to talk and be around the demon male. Izaradas merely watched the scene before her, getting a better grasp on those before her.

Ari watched the angel carefully as she put away her weapons and blushed a little as Ko put a hand on her shoulder. His icy tone didn't shock her but she placed a hand over his on her shoulder and patted it. "I would suggest that you do not try anything here. You are outnumbered and wouldn't last in a fight against us all." Ari decided to ignore the girl and smiled at Ko. "A walk sounds nice." She watched as Sho and Rai walked towards the waterfall with a smile. Tzip and Andre seemd to be going off to do their own thing and Kiako seems to be calming down a little. She apparently has a hatred for Angels. Ari thought. Trusting that Bard and Kiako could take care of each other Ari turned away from Sayo and heading in the oposite direction stoping only for a second to see if Ko was doing to follow.

Rai lead Sho towards the waterfall carefully holding him up. A small smile played on her lips at he promise that everything would be alright. "It takes so much out of you." Rai stated as her worry for him was apparent in her voice. Making sure to keep him standing she lead him to a nice little beach area next to the waterfall. "Are you sure that the sounds of the waterfall won't put you to sleep?" She asked as she looked around. "I should have brought a blanket or something." Rai considered going back to the camp and asking for one. Rai had already forgotten and pushed aside the girl Sayo from her mind her worry for Sho making that possible. "I didn't realize that you had black wings until when you were standing up then. Were you born with them as well?" Rai asked as she decided that they would have to make due without the blanket and she slowly sat in the sand tugging Sho's hand a little to get him to sit with her.

Sayo nodded to the demon Tzip and the others and slowly backed away from the camp and turned heading out into the woods. This is going to be much more difficult then I originally thought. Sayo pondered as she continued walking a bit further away from the camp before climbing up into a tree to rest. I will have to think on this and see if I can indeed get out of these woods or if I can contact Michael. Damn my rotten luck running into a second in command. Sayo knew that with nothing else to do this day she was better off resting to build up her power. Placing a small bubble of protection around herself she drifted off to sleep.

Kiako nodded her head as she looked back at Bard. "Come then, allow us to retire for a while. We shall rest until you are better." She knew that her body needed the rest as well. His hand on her shoulder made her feel warm and welcomed. She turned to face him, looking up at the man. Even in his Tengu form, something drew her to him. She had not felt this way in a very, very long time. It caught her off guard. Demons in her culture were supposed to mate for life, but here she was, falling for someone else. She had never been any good at keeping to one sole partner, perhaps it was the angel in her. It was the reason her wings were pulled. Yes, she thought She could now remember why. She had been caught with someone, but who? That section of her memory was foggy.

Tzipporah smiled when Andre picked her up. "There is not much privacy in the hut love, and until you build that cabin..." She giggled. The thought of them having their own house together... She loved the idea. She wanted one for the two of them, especially now that she was engaged.

Keith looked at Syn. "Bored to death? Yes, one might say that. Few things interest me now a days. You, however," his paused for a moment, a wide grin on his face, "you have caught my attention..." Keith's attention turned from Syn when he caught drift of another presence. He turned and looked, his eyes piercing through the trees. A woman stood there, watching him. "Stay here... And don't try and move. I will find you should you leave..." Keith moved into the forest, coming out of the shadows in front of the woman. "You know, its very rude to eavesdrop."

Kojiro smiled as Ari started to head off. He was admiring her backside when she stopped and looked at him. He grinned at her and hurried to catch up. He strode by her side, walking in stride with her. He was intrigued by how she seemed so uneffected by his charms. "So.. where are you from before you came here?" He asked, honestly interested in her for more than just her body. He watched her, seeing her features fully for the first time. She had kind eyes and a sweet smile that could light up the darkest of days.

Shojiro smiled at her, feeling his strength returning slowly. "You can only take so much demon soul at a time." He said. "Ah, no. I'll be able to sleep soon. But I found that the sounds of the waterfall can be soothing." He looked at her, his deep blue eyes staring into hers. "No need for a blanket. Yes, my wings have always been black." He said. He tilted his head at her. "I take it yours have been as well? Why do you hide them?" He asked, reaching out to touch her wing.

Bard was drawn to this woman before him. He didn't understand his attraction to her, yes she was beautiful beyond any other, but he barely knew her. Yet he was madly in love with her. He wasn't about to admit it aloud just yet. He feared that if he said it she would reject him. "Rest would do us both some good." He agreed, wondering where they should rest for the evening. As they walked, his was nearly finished with transforming back to his human form.

Andre laughed at his bride to be. "Yes, dear I haven't forgotten. I shall begin tomorrow." He said, kissing her gently on her cheek. Now that he had found his true love, his one and only, he only wanted to build a life with her. He wanted to have their own home, a place to raise children. He never thought about children before. "You shall have the grandest home I can build." He said. It'll take a while, but it would be well worth the effort for her. He look at her, love filling his eyes, this was his woman and always will be.

Izaradas was caught off guard by the sudden appearence of the male demon. She crossed her arms in front of her and stood with attitude. "It's also rude to distrub one's sleeping cycle." She countered. She was full of attitude as well as curiousity. This demon was quite powerful and most pleasing to the eye. Izaradas found that strange to her. She hadn't felt true attack before and she knew the women of her race don't find partners out of her race. "What are you two doing out here?" She asked, her tone more demanding than curious.

Ari smiled as Ko follwed behind her and then matched her pace. His grin nearly made her giggle as it seemed to fit him so well. "Before here? I orignally lived in a city named Lystina. I moved away from there as soon as I was able and since then I have been living in various woods moving every few years or so. How about you?" Ari picked a random direction and walked that way smiling over at Ko as she seemed to study her. "Is there something on my face then?"

Rai smiled seeing some strength coming back into him. "I agree waterfalls can be very relaxing." She smiled looking into his eye, they were beautiful in her opinion. She smiled hearing him say that his wings have always been black. So then I am not the only one born with black wings. Sho's question had Rai looking at her hands in her lap and her wings pulled in close to her. "Yes I was born with black wings. I was...imprisioned for a long time because of it." Rai nearly whispered her answer as she gripped her hands together. "I was told I was a fallen angel from brith and that I needed to be locked away to keep others safe." Rai's voice was getting a little smaller as she spoke. "But your wings are beautiful." Rai said suddenly fearing she might have insulted him. "I am not saying that you should be locked up or anything." Rai sighed confused a little and looked back at her hands in her lap. "Are you feeling better at all?" She asked her concern still laced in her voice.

Kiako looked at him. She had not really given it any thought as to where they should rest. It would need to be someplace safe; neither of them were really in any position to be fighting. However, Kiako was known for nightmares whilst she slept, so she always hated sleeping in large groups of people. "Perhaps somewhere secluded, but safe." Kiako really didn't mind sleeping in a forest. Yes, she had status, yes, she had power, however she was used to being out in the forest. She much preferred sleeping out under this night sky to being locked up inside of her mansion. Her room had become a prison as of late. She hated it. She wanted to be free of it. She did everything she could, but was caught every time. She was very much like a child who had been grounded.

Tzipporah laughed. "I do not need the grandest house, trust me. Just someplace for the two of us, and one day children." She giggled at that thought. She could not imagine herself as a mother. She didn't even remember her own Mother. She had no example to go off of, yet maybe that was a good thing. She promised herself no matter what, she would do her best when the time came. For now though, it was one thing at a time. There was a wedding to eventually plan out.

Keith raised an eyebrow. "Do you not know that the woods are dangerous, especially for a young woman who is resting?" Her grin remained still. She looked tasty enough, and her was in need of blood. He sighed, hoping to feed on the human, but perhaps a sample of this drow would not be such a bad idea. Plus, she did bare an uncanny resemblance to Andre, and the dark elf had previously upset him...

Kojiro found her story interesting. "Sho and me were found outside Papa's Bard's village when we were around five years old. We don't remember anything before then. Papa Bard took us in when he was only 15." Kojiro explained. He found himself wondering why he was telling her his past. He never liked talking about it, but he couldn't stop around her. "We had a rough time growing up, other kids teasing us, Papa Bard losing the only woman he had ever known, then we joined the Army of Heaven, becoming their dogs of war." He continued. He hated those early years in the army, hell he hated Heaven's army all together. They torment demons and humans alike. He and Shojiro did what they could to spare those who were innocent from Heaven's wrath.

Shojiro rested his head against her shoulder as she spoke. "As are yours. No one should have told you that having black wings was wrong. Your wings are beautiful, much like you are." He said, his voice rang with truth and firm honesty. He looked up at her, a smile on his face. "Yes, I am. Thanks to you." He said. "It's now safe for me to sleep. But I don't want to sleep alone." He said, surprised at his sudden boldness. He didn't want to seem like his brother, but he want to be near her as he rested.

Bard knew a spot that would suit her well. He smiled at her and took her hand, him being in his human form again. "Come, I know the perfect spot." He said. He lead her around the hot spring and down a small trail. The wind spirits were leading him, whispering to him where to go. They soon cam to a quiet and secluded spot down stream of the waterfall. There was a small clearing that had some tall grass. There was some fallen logs that made a natural shelter. He moved so she could gaze upon the spot. "How is this?" He asked, turning to her.

Andre kissed her with such passion. "I love you, Tzipporah." He said simply. He took her to a quiet place just outside the camp. He didn't want to be disturbed and the hut looked to be in use at the moment. "I want you to bear my children. Only you." He said, he was truly the luckiest man on the planet. He laid her down in a cozy little nest of fresh grass and leaves. He laid next to her, coming down upon her gently, his arm around her. He propped himself up on his elbow, gazing at her in a loving way.

Izaradas glared at him, slightly amused that he was trying to intimidate her. "Are they now? Well, I believe they are even more so since I have arrived." She said, her eyes glowing softly. She could sense the demon's hunger, he was going to feed from the human. "You look hungry." She said, grinning at him. She didn't know if she could take him, but there hasn't been many she couldn't

Ari listened quietly as he explained about his past, she could hear the pain and hatred in his voice as he talked of being teased and the army. I wonder how he managed to live through all that with such a kind heart. Smiling as she continued to walk Ari took his hand and gave it a little squeeze as she listened till he seemed done talking. "Sounds like a difficult life. But look how well you turned out?" Ari grinned at him. "I was one of the princesses in my land. My family always found it strange that instead of living in the glory of being "better" than everyone else I was happier living a simple life. So I can understand the teasing and being picked on." Ari nearly sighed as she just realized that she had given away a part of her past that she always kept to herself. It is so hard to not tell him things tho. She thought as she managed a smile at Ko, which was shortly followed by a yawn.

Rai blinked a few times and blushed brightly as Sho rested his head on her shoulder and told her that her wings and that she was beautiful. She smiled back at him relieved to hear that he was feeling better and blushed again when he said it was thanks to her. "I ..I didn't do much." Rai managed to get ou before a yawn escaped her when he mentioned sleep. Not wanting to sleep alone was something Rai knew all to well about as she had become afraid of being alone in her prision. With a small smile she rested her head on top of his on her shoulder and was half temped to hold his hand again. Her wings were relaxed now as she had relaxed around him. "You can sleep with me if you want." Rai said quietly. "I don't like sleeping alone either." Rai moves so she could see is face and waited with a smile for his answer.

Kiako walked with him. Although his Tengu form was monstrous in its own right, she did not fear it, and in this form he was absolutely gorgeous. She allowed him to lead her where he wished, and when they reached the clearing, she smiled. She knew this place; she had seen it before in her dreams. This place was magical, and it would be the perfect place for them to rest. "I like it, its beautiful," she said quietly with a small smile written upon her face. Her fangs showed from beneath her lips, but it was nothing new. They had always peeked out when she smiled.

Tzipporah looked up at the man she was going to spend the rest of her life with. She took his free hand and brought it to her lips, kissing the tip of each finger lightly. This moment was perfect, and nothing could ruin it. I love you as well, Andre..." She smiled, gazing deep into his eyes.

Keith chuckled. He was not used to someone challenging his wit with their own. She grinned, taking a step towards the Dark Elf. His hand raised and one of his nails lightly brushed a lock of her hair. "Oh yes, very hungry..." Her moved in closer to her, his eyes narrowing in on her. If she challenged his words, perhaps she would put of a small fight. Oh how he loved playing chase with his prey.