Twilight of the Gods

S"That explains a lot, really."
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L"No, it's fine, we'll think of something."

*Euryale throws Lilith into a headlock & noogies her. Lilith struggles to push herself free.*

E"You chose a really bad time to come here, you know. We've got errands to run today. Guess you'll just have to come with us."

L"Unhand me! I don't like being this close to your chest!"

*Euryale suddenly lets go, looking shocked.*

E"I...I just realized...you...actually knocked...."

"Japan?" Mortal asked, seeking confirmation from Sab.

"Japan."

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Noct walked out, fully dressed in a bright red shirt, with a light, white skirt that ended just under her knees, and ruffling her hair with a towel, "Lilith knocked?" She seemed shocked, "I'd say the world must be ending, but that usually leads to fighting in some random war we get caught up in." She then waved to Lilith, "Hello, Lilith. Good to see you again."

"One of the few places I have been," Hector said. "Quite a beautiful place, and I suppose not being human, it would be quite a quiet and undisturbed life for you. I am beginning to see why you have chosen to live there rather than here."

E"Cool outfit."

L"It's good to see you as well. But I'm afraid I'll only be visiting for a couple days. I only have a week for my vacation, & I'll have to visit Hueco Mundo. Of course, my offer still stands."
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"I almost ruled that place once."

"Thanks," Noct said, looking down, "It really isn't an outfit... just a shirt and skirt. I figured always wearing black would be a bad idea. It is supposed to be hot today." Noct then looked over at Lilith, "So, what offer?"

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"We know, Senthose..." Mortal said.

"Senthose has been a leader before?" Hector asked, seeming genuinely interested. "I suppose that isn't surprising."

S"Near as I can remember, I walked out of the woods, announced that I was taking over the tribe, & before you know it, I had 22 other tribes conquered. Then I died. I just think it's important that we all realize I own that godforsaken Eurasia reject."
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L"Why, to stay over at my house, of course."

"Truly you were a great tactical mind," Mortal said.

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"Oh, right," Noct smiled, "I don't know if I can manage that. I've got to actually be at work... I forgot my commute can be near instantaneous. I guess I wouldn't mind."

"Interesting..." Hector seemed to think for a few moments before continuing, his grey eyes focusing on Senthose. "I can see why ruling Hueco Mundo and the other Arrancar inside it comes so naturally to you."

L"Great! We'll work out the details over lunch, or something."
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S"I glazed over the details. It's actually quite a fascinating story. I overthrew a religion, executed a lot of people...& I even got to tame a leopard cat. Those were the days."

"Cool, but I thought we had things to do," Noct said, looking at Euryale.

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"Sir Reginald II?" Mortal asked.

E"Oh, we do. I guess Lilith's just going to have to come with us. I imagine we won't be at John's for very long."
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S"Just Sir Reginald. Sir Reginald II was the new chief deity I introduced after Sir Reginald died. For he was truly a god among men. And cats."

Sab felt warm and cozy inside, happy that she was given a name that was more important that she first imagined.

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"Alright then, lets get going."

Atae kind of stood there, feeling like she was imposing on everyone.

Eduj leaned over towards Hector and whispered into his ear before resuming his seated position. Hector seemed unaffected by this and continued sitting in silence.

A"I didn't know you liked cats."

S"Of course. My tomb is full of them. Also Hollows. Because I don't want any visitors. No human visitors, anyway."
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*Euryale points at Atae as she closes the door.*

"Noct, this is Atae. I guess she's also on vacation with Lilith."

"Odd, I thought you were straight Lilith, or did Senthose turn you off to men?" Noct said, looking at Atae.

"Huh, oh, no, its not like that!"

"You don't have to worry about anti-fraternization rules here, I won't tell anyone."

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"Why not?" Sab asked.

"I assume Senthose fears looters and other troublesome individuals will have targeted his tomb throughout time," Hector answered for Senthose.

S"What? I don't care about that. It's just a dead body & some pretty rocks. I just don't want anyone on my damn lawn. They can get their own damn tombs."
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L"You know, he's really not that bad."

E"He--"

L"As far as personal interaction goes."

"You didn't deny it," Noct said.

"We're not together!"

"Does she role play as a rape victim? When we first met her she kept saying don't rape me. I always thought it was a weird fetish of hers."

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"You're a curmudgeonly old man," Mortal said.

Hector, Eduj and Astarte continued to sit in silence.

*Lilith looks mighty mad.*

L"Don't make me lock you in a glowing Kido box."
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A"So, what is it you do here?"

S"Not a lot, actually. Between Aamon & Keter, there aren't many Arrancar or Hollows worth making into an Arrancar left."

"Personally, I think Senthose should be gathering as many obedient Hollows to his side as possible in case the Soul Society eventually decides to invade," Hector said. "Though, should they be monitoring the activities of the King of Hollows, they may take that as an excuse to attack."

"Quit talking like that Lilith," Noct said, smirking, "You might give Euryale fantasies."

Atae was finally beginning to see that Noctis was just joking, though it didn't stop her from not liking the jokes.

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"That sucks," Mortal said, "There is no one around strong enough to fight anymore..."

"I thought you were 'devoted'," Sab said.

Mortal folded her arms, "I am. I can still beat up something every now and again..."

Sab looked at Hector, "I don't see that as a smart move at all. I was part of the Aamon invasion at the tail end, and the entire place fell to about six of us. An army would be nothing but unwanted attention. You don't stockpile nukes, you launch one in the dead of night before anyone knows you're enriching plutonium."

*Daisy enters via Garganta & whispers something to Senthose.*

S"Please repeat that again, out loud."

Daisy<...Very well. We've received reports of someone, a stranger, wandering the castle. He wields a sword.>

S"Could it be a case of mistaken identity? An Arrancar that someone didn't recognize, perhaps?"

Daisy<I suppose, but there were many eyewitnesses, and none reported a mask. They also said he wore human clothing. A white shirt, & things I believe are called "suspenders.">
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E"Kido boxes aren't sexy. They don't let me touch you in places. Or see how cute you are."

"A nuclear weapon is a deterrent more than a weapon," Hector said. "The idea is that you can be so formidable that nobody attacks you in the first place. If the Soul Society becomes as strong as it has been, and the only ones living in Las Noches are a few Arrancar, we may appear as targets to them."
At Daisy's entrance and announcement, Hector's smile faded away and he sat in contemplation.
"Would you like me to investigate?" Astarte rose from her seat, looking at Senthose. Eduj whispered something in Hector's ear once more.