[There's no real reason Faust should know this, unless he were to suggest Yona is a gossip who tells her weird older male acquaintances about her love life. He's not exactly close to Slaine. But Mephisto knows all about it, and he's not going to pass up the opportunity to tease him!]
[And really, who else would Slaine give a gift to??]
[He puts on a shocked face!! An all too obviously fake one, of course. And it really doesn't take long for it to turn into a grin instead, enjoying this far too much.]
Why, Lady Mipha, I'm shocked! Did you lure me over here with the intent of stealing a kiss from me?
[ Reign felt almost chastised as he pouted lightly, if only because he was facing a real demon, one whose powers he had no knowledge of, or the extent of it all. It was frightening, but also rather thrilling. ]
Well, you didn't say I can't speak informally—mnh!
[ He let out a gasp at the feel of Mephisto's hands on his rear, acutely aware of those sharp nails raking through the materials of his pants. His cheeks flushed deeper, fingers digging deeper into the demon's thick hair. ]
Hm, maybe you should. What kind of game are you proposing, Mr. Pheles?
[ The word "Sir", or even "Master", was at the very tip of his tongue, but Reign managed to hold back. No point giving Mephisto that ego boost so early into their play. He grind down, hips shifting and gyrating, doing his best to further stimulate the other. ]
[He isn't particularly ~sensitive~ about it, but he has long realized that people will ask him fewer questions, if he pretends to be just that. He doesn't mind the assumption either, just nodding – yes, he's feeling a little hungry and it would be rude just to get something for himself and leave his companion to fend for himself.
The tip about the sea serpents is useful enough, but Riku is sure enough of himself that he'll be able to deal with those.]
Well, there is no way I'm going to get us any fish without getting close to the water. I'll just have to take the risk of encountering those serpents. Or anything else.
[He's really offended for the moment by the butchering of his prestigious name, but also doesn't want to over react too strongly. Something about this guy reminds him of Mathers just a smidge. And William learned that getting too impassioned tended to just lead to encouragement.
But the names gives him pause. He remembers Isaac's blathering and blathering on a million occult subjects and other related things and shifts though his memory.]
As in the person from the story, or...
[He frowned, because from his experience, there was a fifty fifty percent chance of that being the actual truth.]
[Ah, so he's familiar with that story too? He should have expected as much, but it seems the story of Faust is far more common in other worlds than he thought. At least he has a good explanation on hand that fits nicely into his false persona here--]
[He stares for a moment before sighing, putting his hands on his hips and looking a little bit exasperated, the face of a man who has heard this accusation far too many times -- or at least, that's the impression he's aiming for.]
I suppose I should have expected as much, for you to be familiar with that story, all things considered... but I'm afraid you are mistaken. I happen to be Johann Faust the fifth. Any story you might be familiar with would be about my ancestor, and even those old tales hold little water.
A very important one... you see, it's rather dangerous out here in the wilderness. Even within the safety of our little shelter, it would be unwise to make too much noise.
[He gives his ass another squeeze before moving his hands out to his hips, attempting to hold him in place.]
We need to be absolutely quiet. Now, I don't foresee a problem as far as I'm concerned, but for you... do you think you can manage it?
[ That had Reign glancing around them in a wary manner, almost fearful that one of those wild creatures would suddenly jump out at them from the dark. Mephisto was right. It wasn't just noise, but blood too, despite how quickly the demon heal.
When he felt Mephisto's hands at his hips, Reign stopped, his attention returning back to the demon. ]
Mn... I don't think I'll have any trouble keeping quiet. [ Maybe. ] If I made any sound, are you going to dole out your punishment by gagging me? [ Oh, this was starting to get fun, the thought of having to stay silent making him giddy with want and arousal. ]
Now, now, I'm simply being honest! This is dangerous world we live in. It would be foolish for one to not take advantage of whatever resources he has at his disposal... ah, and on that note!
[He waits for Prompto to get back into solid ground (and maybe slides him down a little faster with a little help from his powers --rude) before fishing something out of his pocket and tossing it to him. It's a small silk pouch of money, containing no less than 200 silver.]
For all that you may find my sense of humor distasteful, I'm a man of my word. I managed to get quite the deal on this serpent parts thanks to your "cooperation".
If I had access to Kado, these things would be simple to do. However, lacking access to it, it is not possible the alter the information of this body.
However, damage is not a concern. [He still has fregonics, after all--the phenomenon that occurs because of his imperfect manifestation in the universe.
Gently, zaShunina's fingers settle upon the back of Mephisto's hand, and his eyes are once again drawn upward to that sprig of mistletoe suspended above them.]
Had I access to Kado, I could create a similar body for you as well.
Mpha looks startled, eyes going wide.] Wha- But, you were the one who-- [?? ????] Mephisto!
[Her fingers curl into fists of indignation, her tone accusing as she blushes. She can tell he's teasing her, but that doesn't help!! It's probably the influence of the plant itself, but her desire to kiss him is overriding any desire to just walk away from this.
She reaches for his arm, ready to pull him down if need be--damn him being so much taller than her wtf--and looks mildly distressed.] Please...
[He makes a short sweeping motion with his free arm, and as he does, Mipha will feel herself being gently lifted into the air until she's at eye level with him.]
[His grin has softened into a smile, though there's nothing particularly apologetic about it.]
Have I teased you a bit too much? Oh, however will I make it up to you...
[The desire to kiss her is practically overwhelming -- but just in case, he's leaving it to her.]
The fifth? Ah then yes I do apologize. I understand very well what it's like to have a famous ancestor complicate your life long after death.
[All too well unfortunately. Solomon's awful, obnoxious shadow will probably never leave him. Granted, having the man's soul is a little more drastic than being just blood related.
Though he's also realizing that he said a little too much about himself and decides to just close the subject.]
But then, let's leave that aside, Mr. Faust, for both our sakes. Besides such things are nothing more than an interesting anecdote to speak of on occasion.
Oh! [She curls up a little in surprise, finding the sudden lack of floor a bit disorienting. But once she feels steady again, she levels a heated gaze on Mephisto, eyeing him.]
Yes, that's quite the dilemma. [However will he!] And your talent in magic never ceases to amaze. [Just an observation because what is the limit of it, she wonders? But now's not the time for discussing that right now. Mipha leans in to place her hands on his shoulders, less to pull him in and more for balancing herself as she leans in.]
But I believe I have thought of a way. [Her kiss is supposed to be something light and sweet; and indeed it certainly starts that way--just a brief press of her mouth against his--but then she's near-swooning and the kiss turns something more urgent and desperate. Thanks mistletoe.]
[Thanks mistletoe. He too was planning on something more chaste -- and maybe after trying to angle for something more. But then she's leaning in and practically claiming his mouth for her own -- and who is he to deny her?]
[And so he pulls her in close, one arm shifting under her legs to hold her up properly (and without straining himself despite being a noodleman??) while the other wraps around her back, seemingly paying no mind to their surroundings... but what else is new with Mephisto? Honestly, you'd think this was his kink or something, trying to seduce Mipha in public settings.]
[ Whoa, whoa, slipping, slipping - and then he's stumbling as his feet hit the floor, getting his bearings just in time to catch the pouch that Mephisto tosses him. ]
...Wait, are you for real right now?
[ His gaze flickers down to the pouch, and sure enough, there's a chunk of change in there. Wow. Who'd'a thunk it? ]
U-um - thank you! I think? Guess you really came through after all.
Once again his strength surprises her a little, but she smiles into the kiss, arms sliding loosely around his neck so her nails can gently scratch at the back of his neck. The compulsion of the mistletoe breaks fairly quickly, and Mipha breaks the kiss not long after, breathing slightly ragged.
She blinks slowly, feeling a little like she's coming out of a dream] I...I'm not sure what came over me...
[And then Reign had plenty of trouble being quiet and they banged until dawn, where Mephisto left him to wake up alone. Sorry he doesn't stick around to cuddle, try not to get eaten by a bear, etc etc.]
[Those nails on the back of his neck send a shiver down his spine that only leaves him wanting more when she pulls back. But he won't push for it, instead simply tilting his head forward to rest against her forehead, keeping the moment close and intimate.]
My, I wonder... have I proven to be a bad influence on you after all?
Of course, of course! We can't have that... Mr. Claus.
[Any children young enough to believe in Santa should probably be like ten thousand feet away from these two right now -- especially given the look on Mephisto's face.]
[Mipha sighs, a soft, content little noise as she rests her head against his.]
I think you know the answer to that quite well. [Don't be cheeky, Mephisto. We all know everything's your fault.]
But I think blame this time can fall to those plants. I wasn't aware one could be quite that dangerous. At least, not without eating it or touching it. [Sure Mipha, blame the innocent plant!!]
They do seem to be enchanted, don't they? [Nah he totally already knew that.]
It wouldn't be the only thing around here touched by a bit of magic. Why, I've already seen the effects of that glitter they've been... dusting everyone... ah.
[SUDDENLY AWARE THAT SHE IS COVERED IN GLITTER. Which means he is also now covered in glitter. Maybe not enchanted glitter, no, but... it's now very obvious just how close they were a second ago.]
[He has to bring a hand to his mouth to choke back a laugh.]
[Does he, now... well, there's an interesting tidbit to store for another day. But for now, he'll go along with the change of subject.]
Yes, that's true. And really, we ought to start making out way to Wyver! I know I'm not looking forward to another night of camping out here...
[Thankfully they aren't too far from Wyver from here, so William won't have to put up with "Faust" for much longer! And then they part ways because really who wants to deal with this guy longer than they have to??]
My, how generous! But I'm actually quite attached to this body of mine. Though I can think of a few others who might be interested in such a thing, should you ever regain access to this Kado of yours.
[Like Lucifer. Or any number of the demon kings, really -- he's not sure just how far along in breaking down the others must be by now, for how long it's been since he's seen them.]
[In spite of the mistletoe overhead, he pulls his hand back, taking the hand on the back of his own as an attempt to pull it off.]
[...he'll just move it to the top of his head instead. Demeaning headpat time.]
Would you say then, that you are effectively immortal?
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