Board Thread:Roleplay/@comment-28358106-20170625033737/@comment-28358106-20170625194234

Zurie gives a resigned sigh. "I know what you're thinking. And in a few ways, you might be right, except in my case, I put myself in this position." She shrugs. "Honestly, it's not as bad as you might think. It's humiliating sometimes, sure.  But it's not all bad."

Leontyne leads them through the grand entrance of the palace, where Rocs stand guard, watching over everything. Despite their presence, there is a warmth and happiness that prevails everywhere. Harpies mingle with humans, and here and there can be seen more exotic Mamono: a Ren Xiongmao, Kakuen and Hinezumi appear to make up a contingent from the Mist Continent as they chat with a group of human dignitaries. In a distant corner, a Gandharva and a Youko are playing their respective instruments; a sitar and a guzheng. The beautiful courtyard is open to the air and bright with sunshine. 

Exotic fragrances seem to follow the group. Cloves and cinnamon and incense are in the air, mixing with the honeysuckle and hibiscus that seem to pour from the tops of the walls like green waterfalls. While the province isn't a Demon Realm, the warmth here is clearly the result of Leontyne's influence, and it shows.

"'Sall too frippery fer my taste," Bale grumps, "But it ain't bad. I could get t' like it here, if I had t'."

"Yes, I'm sure you could be forced at swordpoint," Thomas rolls his eyes.

At last they come to the throne room. Lined with courtesans of every kind, they group are greeted with enthusiasm. Leontyne walks over to her throne and flops down unceremoniously. Silken pillows and lush chairs are there for the talking, obviously but there for dignitaries.

"All right. Now we can get this party started!" Leontyne rubs her hands together. "Zurie! Let's get some food in here!"

-sigh- "Right away, Your Eminence." Zurie walks off.