[Curtain]Act II[Curtain]

['Sanura]

FLIGHT

Flight laughed her joyous voice sounding terribly off place echoing inside Auction Rock. Behind her a large troupe of slavers were trying to catch the nimble female. They surrounded her effectively cutting off all escape. Her lithe Arabian form danced over auction rock as she once again entertained the masses. She had recently escaped Mirage and Zuko's clutches and had barely had time to celebrate her freedom when some wolves recognized her. She had led them on a merry chase that cold winter's day, but at the end even with all her tricks she was no match for their numbers.

The tricky wolf was finally herded into a dank cell, for the wolves would never think of letting her roam auction rock, but neither were they fast enough for chains. Her mirthful eyes screamed at them behind the bars daring them to tame her wild heart. Her laugh echoed once more and all the surrounding slaves cheered on Flight. She always put on a good show for her fellow wolves. They gathered around her cage greeting her like she was a returned war hero. She laughed and conversed freely with the slaves until finally her guards came and shooed them all off. Her voice carried over their orders,

Thank you, thank you all very much! I'll be here all week!

The guards growled at her, trying to shut up the insolent slave, but she just grinned roguishly and turned her back to them. Slipping into the deep shadows of her cage Flight made herself as comfortable as she could be 'till the next fool came to come and "enslave" her. A sharp bark echoed from the dark shadows, Flight was no slave. At heart she was as free as a bird. You can't enslave the wind.

For;; Open.
Word Count;; 337.
Muse Level;; Eh...
Comments;; I'd prefer she stay a slave. She's more fun to RP that way.

[Pyrrhüloxia]

Flat ^Tone
friesian/shire/unknown| 16.2h.h.| Depressed

Dead vermilion eyes caught site of the dancing fae. She was nimble and quick, versatile and agile; a true jester of sorts. She would have been a fierce opponent had she been seeking to harm those less witty and less nimble masters who over-exerted themselves in their attempt to tame the free wolfess. Even though Tone's heart beat dead and his face was the grim expression of ultimate sorrow, he stared fondly at this female, a flicker of hope within his eyes.

His father, ruler of Eerie Caverns and to some, a dark warlord or terrible dictator, had sent him, his son, to seek out new wolves for his herd. It was difficult finding excellent quality slaves in the free lands, which is where his father commanded him to search, but perhaps Darkness would not know the difference if he picked up a charming lass such as the one before him without tell tale word of where she came from.

His heart began to beat faster from his nervousness. His father would never find out if he did not say anything, and if the fae was cooperative, but his sweat would surely give away his deceit. Ah well, it mattered little, he would attempt to claim this lovely.

Solemnly hauling his body closer towards the fae's cage, he halted a mere yard away, afraid of what she may do if he came any closer. "Greetings," he said with a dip of his crania. "My name is Flat Tone, I come offering peace, freedom and a request." he said bluntly, wishing to return home immediately yet willing to stay and talk for a while, just to get to know her.

[stage53]

Kamikaze

A horse in auction rock.... is a fish out of water. Not that Kamikaze disliked horses, she just believed species should stay within species. She would not go off and beat on a horse. Because those horses made it, and could control what happened to it. Just as they, the wolves made her and should be able to control what her destiny is. In fact, Flight cracked her up. Her big head, thinking she was all that.

For some reason Kamikaze was attracted to the weird wolves. She has claimed a smart alec wolf, who won't stop playing pranks on her. And she is claiming a wise cracking wolf who thinks he is hilarious. He makes jokes about everything. For some reason she thought Flight would fit in. And with her misbehaving slaves, she had plenty of punishment and servants to do work for her. "Sorry Sir..... Flat Tone. I shall be taking her. Species should not mix. We made her, we control her. I'm sure you can find another wolf. Or a horse, which would be better." Kamikaze was shinning on the inside. True she showed no emotion nor felt them, but an occasional one did manage to slip out. "Name, age, skills, and reason for being here. Make it snappy." Kamikaze did not want to wait long.


OOC:
Well of course i put off replying, so now more fun for me! XD

['Sanura]

FLIGHT

<sup>Flight looked over the large horse warily. It had been a horse much like him that had destroyed her family, but Flight looked over this one and found that she couldn't keep her grudge quite as effectively before, she was a sucker for depressed males, even if they were from another species. Her decision was set in stone even farther when an arrogant wolf master walked up to her pen. Flight smirked at the female's words. Neither wolves nor horses had ever done a good job of "controlling" her, she was much to good for the lot of them. Smiling impishly Flight walked out from the shadows.

Hello, Flat Tone, I've never had a great love for horses before but I think I'd rather go with you than this arrogant female. Freedom you say? Sounds promising. As for the request?

Her pretty shoulders shrugged, whatever he asked he didn't say order, merely a request, walking up to the gate she crushed the lock with her teeth and walked out from the cage, looking back at the wolfess she spoke once more,

Why, madam, I'm surprised you don't know either me, my skill, nor my story. I hear they've been quite widely spread.

White teeth flashed as she bared them at the wolf, her eyes laughing. She could tell the female was trying to hide some emotion, Flight didn't believe in that, she always wanted everyone to know what she was feeling, but what she was feeling wasn't always necessarily what she was thinking. Flight was a crafty one with dozens of tricks up her sleeve.</sup>

For;;
Word Count;; 315.
Muse Level;; Eh...
Comments;;
Stage- Haha...yeah thats what you get for waiting Stageh.
Pyrr- Kewl Flat Tone Pyrr, lol for some reason at first I thought he was Lotus Leaves? Weird.....

[Pyrrhüloxia]

<sub>Flat ^Tone

Tone jumped at the sudden appearance of this strange wolf master. He wasn't one to get into brawls or a battle of wits, but he knew he didn't like her attitude. And just the way she stepped all over him made his insides squirm with disgust and more sorrow. He opened his mouth to speak, however, his ears were caught by the flowing lyrics of the slave he wished to claim for his father. When she easily released herself from the pen, Tone couldn't help but take a cautious step back while watching with awe.

"My request?" he asked absentmindedly, almost forgetting what he had previously said to the wolfess. "Oh, uh... well I was actually hoping that you wouldn't reveal to my father that you're a slave, or were a slave," suddenly Flat Tone turned his head away, cursing under his breath. Slave was such a harsh word to use when he was trying to gain trust. Turning back to regard Flight with his less than positive demeanor, he continued speaking. "Well yeah, cause I was actually told not to come here, but I was desperate." he told Flight, eying the other master carefully.

Oddly enough, Tone had one of those deep voices that always sounded depressed, and everything he said, though clear, just sounded like he wished to kill himself. And being surrounded by wolves made his heart beat like a sparrow's, which also gave his a voice a nervous twitter deep in the throat.

Tone simply attempted to ignore Kamikaze, though her presence was intimidating, Tone felt just a bit easier knowing he had, somewhat anyway, the favor of Flight whom was very light on the feet. Perhaps he would just... stay closer to her. It was very colt-like of him, but what could he say? He'd been tossed around all his life and was no where suitable for this kind of job.

Ooc: Lol, if Lotus could claim slaves then maybe he would be here instead of Tone. xP</sub>

[stage53]

Kamikaze


Kamikaze was enraged as the two others began a conversation leaving her out. She was leaving with Flight, objecting or not. They began talking about freedom. A chuckle brewed up on the inside. Slaves don't deserve freedom. That's why they ended up here. She meant exactly what she thought. Any slave leaving with her, would never have freedom. They'd be treated exactly how they should be in her opinion. Like a slave. Kamikazes ears perked up as the horse spoke.He made it easy for her to squeeze her way in.

A smile was shinning on her insides. "Aw Daddy said not to get slave? Well wouldn't it be bad if some one spilled this secret to him?" Kamikaze was proud and was happy boasting. "So no one will ever have to find out about this as long as she comes with me. You can go pick another slave, and I won't tell!" She meant it to. Why get some one in trouble if they gave he what she wanted? Well that would make no sense and no one would give her what she requested.

Kamikaze raised her lips showing her pearly white. She spread out her claws making a indent in the dirt. Scrunching up her nose, she walked forward toward the horse. "If you disagree, I may have to show you a lesson. Not that it matters anyway. By th looks of it, you want to throw yourself of a cliff. Why don't you go do it and save me some time?" Kamikaze glared at the already panicky horse. Hopefully she could scare him enough to get him to back down. If threats won't work, she figured she could move onto strength. "Now Flight, would you not like to spare this nice stallion? Just agree to come with me and I'll leave him alone." She planned on getting what she wanted. Kamikaze wanted this slave. When she wants things, she doesn't give up. She'd rather fight to the death.

['Sanura]

FLIGHT

<sup>Flight's face darkened drastically. Stepping carefully around Flat Tone she walked in front of him. Now she was in between him and the master. She snarled her voice came out dead serious,

I've been a slave ever since a herd of no good horses left me here for revenge. Guess why they did that? They couldn't handle me, thats right a whole herd of stallions couldn't handle me, so what makes you think you can? Don't be naive, I'm leaving with Flat Tone and you will not hurt him.

Her tan tail flicked back and forth angrily swiping against his legs. She would go to his father himself and explain everything if this master tried to hurt him that way. And if she tried a full out attack she would have another thing coming to her. There was a reason masters always brought her back here. Backing up closer to Flat Tone she hoped he would help her out a bit. She knew she could handle Kamikaze but it semmed like he could use some self confidence, but one thing Flight knew was that first she wouldn't back down without a fight, and second she wanted to go with Flat Tone. He was kind of growing on her.</sup>

For;;
Word Count;; 247.
Muse Level;; Not good...
Comments;;
Pyrr- Hah, if Flat Tone gets her she could be a nicer version of Majestic King. And also if he gets her Darkness should be happy cus she is a major asset, she can fight.
Stageh- Hah, you got her riled up. This should be good.

[Pyrrhüloxia]

<sub>Flat ^Tone

Tone's eyes widened for a split second, then they narrowed dangerously, both vermilion eyes burned dangerously into Kam's. He wasn't a fighter, but if there was one thing he did pretty good was looking evil, even if he didn't have the guts to be evil himself. Sullenly Tone allowed Flight to step before him and utter her threats to the nonchalant fae wolf who dared threaten Tone in such a way. After Flight spoke, Tone snorted boldly and flicked his long tail to the side in utter irritation, but also uncertainty. He was nervous as ever before and his voice quivered once he spoke.

"D-don't mock my depression, fool wolf. I am the son of a powerful warrior and I can guarantee a mutt like yourself couldn't hold your own against one such as I." Tone raised his head a little, reluctantly keeping his eyes locked squarely on Kam's face. "Besides, even if you did tell my father, he wouldn't believe you. He doesn't believe anyone but whom he trusts." Tone added. The onyx equine lowered his head, eyes growing dim as he lost confidence. He sounded like a fool and no doubt even Flight must be laughing at how scared he sounded.

His heart, filled with anguish, seemed to leap in his chest and he pawed the ground roughly in his attempts to calm down. It always came across as a threat to other animals whenever he pawed the ground, and he didn't understand why. It was the only way he kept himself from exploding into a panic attack. Abruptly Tone's eyes broke away from the vile wolfess and landed upon Flight's slender form. He watched her fondly for a moment, realizing what a powerful ally he had made. She was confident and quick. The opposite of Flat Tone. He blinked, glancing back up but not daring to straighten out his hunched over form.</sub>

['Sanura]

FLIGHT

<sup>Flight glared silently at the wolf. They all three stood there at a standstill. Tone spoke and Flight smiled, the large horse was obviously scared yet he spoke. There was a brave spirit hiding in the poor horse. Moments passed and no one spoke. Finally Kamikaze left obviously angry, smiling her face bright and open Flight turned toward Flat Tone.

Well, now she's gone, what do you say we leave this place?
She walked a few steps away from the large horse and waited for him to come with her. She stepped lightly as if she was walking on air. It was a good day. Tone wasn't her master, she had just scared away a master, ah yes the future was looking up for the tawny wolf. The horizon was bright, and Flight was happy.</sup>

((ooc. Stageh said to just pretend Kamikaze stomped off. Sorry for the museless post))

[Action]

Griffin
I'll be on my way now.

Laying in the snow, blending in almost perfectly, he watched. He too was in Darkness's army...or would be. Darkness had promised him a good place in his herd. Wasn't making him call him Master. That's where the respect came in for the high and mighty beast. He had a respect for Darkness and that was why he was here. Just silently watching. He wasn't going to tattle on Flat Tone. He wasn't some tattle tale. He just came to see if he could get into a good fight. But, obviously that was a no. The other wolf - Kamikaze had just stomped off furious.

Sighing miserably, the cream wolf stepped out of the snow and into plain sight. "Flat Tone, Flight, pleased to meet you. May I accompany you back to Eerie Caverns? I too belong with Darkness, but boredom has brought me here. And no. I won't tell on you. I ain't no tattle tail." It was a bold step - and a hard one for the milky creature. He had never respected one in this way except for Darkness. He had heard of Flight's story. Who hadn't? Who didn't know her? Looking at the horse and wolf duo, he waited patiently for an answer.

[Pyrrhüloxia]

<sub>Flat ^Tone

Flat Tone exhaled sharply as Kamikaze turned and stormed off, he was much relieved by her sudden departure, for in truth he didn't know how well he'd be able to defend himself against such a master wolf fae. The black colt's ears twitched at Flight's voice and he looked down at her, smiling halfheartedly. His silent reply was a gentle nod and then he began to follow her from the scene, jumping ahead quickly when he realized she couldn't possibly know where his father's lands were. He felt terribly embarrassed, however, that vanished when another wolf jumped out of no where.

Seemingly being birthed from the snow, a muscular wolf brute scurried out and began to speak. Tone had glimpsed a similar wolf enter his homeland, what if his father had sent a spy? Sounded despicably like something Darkness would do. Tone's head grew light when he thought about being told on, but then the wolf spoke more. After reassuring Tone he wouldn't reveal to Darkness Tone's desperation in finding a suitable herd member, the black stallion felt much more relieved than before and breathed out calmly, crimson eyes burning straight into Griffin's.

"Your company would be welcome," he hesitated, then beginning his walk again, towards Auction Rock's exit, he spoke once more, "So, you know our names... may we know yours?"

Halting every once in a while to make sure they followed, Tone walked eagerly out of the place, wishing to not be caught by anyone less kind.

Ooc: My post is crap xD I didn't know how to respond so I just wrote whatever came to mind.</sub>

['Sanura]

FLIGHT

<sup>Flight danced around lightly on her feet as she silently celebrated her success. According to Flat Tone she was no longer a slave and she would be forever loyal to him for setting her free. Plus she now felt a need to cheer up the depressed guy, Flight just couldn't stand sad faces.

A voice interrupted Flight's mental gymnastics and she jumped a bit, afraid they would have another stand off with yet another arrogant master, but no it was just a wolf who apparently was connected to Tone's father. Twirling through the legs of Flat Tone, Flight studied the other wolf carefully. He didn't look to be a threat.

Just then Tone spoke and Flight's ears twitched as she heard the low rumbles, she smiled at the wolf and then removed her small lithe form from under Tone's enormous frame. Still dancing she waited impatiently for the wolf's answer her eyes darting about the auction rock, not anxiously but more like searching for something to quell her boredom. The small female got bored easily.</sup>

[Action]

Griffin
Here again and yet I am not.

There was something about the Flight girl that irked him. Maybe how happy she was. How nice she was. It always made him feel like he was the only depressed on in the world, but here was another. Flat Tone was as well depressed. That made him feel a bit relieved, but some compassion. Knowing almost exactly how he felt. Griffin, being abandoned at a young age, never knew what it felt like to have a father. The only father he was even close to having dumped him off rather quickly. He knew the boundaries of Fathers. "I'm called Griffin in these parts, Lord Flat Tone" It singed his mouth to call this horse "lord". But, it was as sign of respect. Anyone who felt the same way as he did, he would respect.

"I have heard of the one called Flight. Rumors do spread rather quickly as we all know." He hadn't heard of the name Flight, but only of the talents of the young wolfess. Even though he was paying attention perfectly to where he was headed, his gnarled and chewed up back leg got stuck in another fox trap. This was just his luck. Pain rippling down is spine, he sighed, turned around and ripped his back leg out of it. Another chunk of his leg coming off. "Great. More of my back leg missing. Now I get to learn how to use it all over again." Sighing miserably, he started to walk on it again, but realized it was exactly the same before. Only another part had been ripped off. Not a critical part like the first had taken off. "Or not..." Most of his leg had become numb now, probably to never feel it again. That was the good part of this. Nothing could be held against him because of his back leg. He could rip it off now, but the dead weight of the leg made it easier to balance his body. Looking at Flight and Flat Tone with no emotion in his eyes, he kept on walking leisurely.

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