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Post by Robshi on May 11, 2022 22:14:20 GMT
Frato's ears pricked up as Ditz opened his door, and his face brightened with the news. "You bet I would! I'm just itching to get my feet back on Burmecian soil. It's gonna be some view." The dragoon moved to follow his pupil up onto the deck.
Well, I guess I'll finally know if I'm a dad or not. I guess I'll let Daisy have the child if she's so keen to bear it. I'd just better ensure none of the bastards in Carnicero catch wind that I'm now an expectant dad. I don't want Daisy being targeted just because she holds my kid. The hybrid sighed. It's weird, I only played along at first to foil that jail breakout and stop Gabriel being arrested. But... she really is sweet. Urgh... what the hell do I do for a wedding ring? Gah! No, I can't marry her! What about the Duchess? If she isn't married soon she'll be forced to marry that snot nosed arrogant sod her damn mother picked out! I guess I'll have to find another match. Surely the Duchess has the authority to decide her own husband. If not me, at least someone who respects her and will make her happy.
The dragoon had wondered what would have happened if he hadn't told Killy to try and convince Daisy to sleep in another bedroom that fateful night. He'd be alone, she'd excuse herself to prepare for bed. Then likely come out in that... outfit she wore that night. I really need to see that on her properly. I didn't get a proper look the first time. Is that the kind of underwear women find fashionable these days? Damn... they know how to seduce someone. If she'd come out wearing that... in that room... he wouldn't stand a chance. She'd have had her way anyway.
The hybrid looked ahead as he walked forward to the deck to see home once more.
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Post by M&M&M on May 12, 2022 4:44:56 GMT
Ditz lead the way for Frato towards the deck through the various hallways of the deck. The many sailors that were present for maintenance or simply wandering did nothing to impede their passage. At last they reached the top doorway to the deck and the first thing that greeted them was the songs of seagulls and the scent of heavy brine. Ahead stood a railing where the nu mou Dr. Mortimmer, along with his pet slime on his shoulder, and the thieving moogle Jack was leaning over the rails enjoying the view, where the sandy yellow land and docks come to greet them.
"I tell ya, it's scenes like this that makes you appreciate life, kupo." Jack was heard saying while swinging a cup of ale. "I mean, sure we went through hell to get back here, but it was worth it. Except for the pissed off lizards we left behind, I'd say our little vacation went off without a hitch."
"Hmph! Speak for yourself." Unlike his smaller companion, Mortimmer took the sight of coming land with gloom. "It was a island of treasures, all the specimens and monster resources few places could only dream of having! And yet that dolt Dragoon brought me back so little! Oooooh if only I had even a tenth of what he had slain..."
"Hey cheer up you crazy coot. At least he spared that giant bug for ya, ain't that somethin?"
"Ugh, perhaps. But I had hoped to get a closer look later, to see it's behavior and how it became so intelligent enough to launch such a crafty ambush. But no, we had to leave because we, as you said, angered the natives." The nu mou scientist snorted in contempt.
"Don't let it get to ya, you're alive and you can still find other ways to satisfy your curiosities. And speaking of which, you remember our little chat about your accidental potion that uh...helped with libido and all that kupo-ing goodness? Did you ever think about my business proposal and a..OH!" Jack noticed Frato and Ditz coming up and decided to stall the conversation for another time. "Welcome back ye land lubbers, taste that salty air! Hope you still got your land legs cuz we are about to make land, ha ha."
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Post by Robshi on May 13, 2022 21:06:11 GMT
"Hey guys." Frato greeted the pair. "Oh, Mortimer. I have a proposal for you. Since you really want corpses to study, do you want me to slay fiends for your projects? I can kill them through specific methods if you tell me where to target. I will want some gil for them though."
I hope he accepts this. Huh. I bet Violet's fancy pink eye trick would convince him. Geez... I feel really bad for her so called servants. Maybe I should do something.
A vision of Violet appeared in Frato's imagination to tempt.
"Go on Frato. Give in to me. Let's share a bed and make sweet love together."
Argh! I can't get aroused now! Focus on Mortimer and his answer!
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Post by M&M&M on May 14, 2022 0:59:53 GMT
Mortimmer finally turned to Frato, but only because the Dragoon spoke directly to him. He looked as gloomy as he sounded earlier. He listened to the hybrid's offer and only sighed. "A nice gesture, yes. But empty compared to the monsters we left behind, no. Ahh...tho I suppose it'd do well to keep myself busy with whatever you bring me. Rare monster parts like Marbolos and Dragons would be nice.." Then the scientist began to perk up at his future prospects. "Oooh! And perhaps some of those friendly monsters too! Oh how I'd love to pick that dastardly Ragtime Mouse's brain, I'd gladly show it what I thought of it's stupid quizzes! Hoo hoo, yes. Very well, I agree to those terms."
His moogle companion raises his cup in the air with a smile. "Hey! There, see? Everyone's all happy now, kupo. We're all one big happy kupo!"
"Well I'm glad YOU GUYS are happy..." A dissatisfied voice sounded behind Frato and Ditz. Coming from below decks, a rather ragged looking Firebrand dragged herself up with a dirty mop. Helping her along was the ship's captain Graggins, his large belly leading ahead.
"Hello fellow land lubbers. I come bearing good news." The human hailed towards them. "We are 15 minutes away from the nearest docks and your lass has finally completed her workload. She be all yours now."
"Finally too! I never wanna see another men's bathroom as long as I live. Ugh." The burmecian female spat and happily gave away her mop to the captain like it was a bad parasite. "Seriously, I have a question for all you men. What is it with you guys and your love of drawing penis's all over the damn bathroom stalls? It's like a shrine to your genitals in there! And speaking of which..." Firebrand's eyes tilted towards Frato's pants area and smirked. "You uh...happy to see me again, Teach? Or were you thinking about what exciting things to finally do once you hit land?"
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Post by Robshi on May 14, 2022 13:46:46 GMT
Frato turned around to face Firebrand and the ship captain, and he felt a little sorry for the redhead after seeing her ragged state. Once he heard Firebrand's last remark, he grimaced and retorted.
"Will you please stop ogling my crotch?"
He gave a sigh and decided to change the subject quickly.
"Look, there is a promise I made you Firebrand. Remember, you wanted to have a match with me." Frato replied. "Once we get back on dry land we can make the preparations to have it safely. You will soon get an opportunity to beat all of your frustations onto my body. Be warned though, I will be the victor."
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Post by M&M&M on May 14, 2022 18:46:01 GMT
The rest of the crew laughed off Frato's snap retort while Firebrand just put her hands on her hips, proud to make her mentor act that way. This behavior took an immediate change once she heard Frato's promise to her challenge and soon she was brimming with energy.
"Whoa, really!? You mean it Teach!? Truly? Seriously? Woo hoo!" The red head jumped with joy, it was hard to tell that she was almost at the brink of exhaustion earlier. "Just you wait! I'm gonna give it my all and show you I'm worthy of being your student and future Dragoon! Just you wait til we hit land! Wait, why not right now!? I can totally do it right here on this deck!"
But it was Graggins turn to interrupt and he held his hand up in front of the zealous pupil. "Ah ah, not on my ship, missy. Sorry but I don't want ye be damaging my ship like you did last time. Unless you plan on washing the men's bathroom for another day." The threat put a stop to Firebrand's jumping and made her lower her ears, disappointed. "Anyways, why don't you all go pack your things and get ready to disembark? Don't want to be stuck here forever, eh?"
Ditz nodded it's metal head. "That's a good idea, I'll pack up as soon as I let Daniels know what's happening. He's probably still in his room with our um...'criminal'. I hope he's doing alright, this whole voyage looked like it's taken a toll on him."
"Ah the ole goody two shoes will be fine!" Jack waved off the pupil's concern with his hand. "He just needs to cast Cure on himself and he'll be right as the rain in Burmecia. Now come on, I have some loot to move back on land. There's a guy I know in the black market that would LOVE to see some of the Bangaa craftsmanship I sto-..er...bought legally with my hard earned gil."
The moogle began to walk towards his room, followed by Mortimmer and Ditz. Firebrand was the final departing member, after giving her mentor a thumbs up and a toothy smile (+10% Relation). But before Frato can make his exit, Graggin's held a hand in front of the hybrid.
"Excuse me Sir Frato. Sorry to stop you but do you mind if I have a word or two with you, in private?" The man seemed to have a very concerned look on him, now that all of the Dragoon's friends are away. "I'm afraid I have something urgent to talk to you about."
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Post by Robshi on May 15, 2022 5:31:36 GMT
Frato smiled as he saw Firebrand's enthusiasm for their future battle shine. It reminded him of when he'd entered the Burmecian Dragon Knight tournament earlier in his life.
He was thinking of going to gather his own things when Graggins interrupted his thoughts and made his request.
"Not at all. Lead the way to somewhere private please." Frato replied, taking the matter seriously. "What do you want to talk about?"
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Post by M&M&M on May 15, 2022 18:57:23 GMT
"Actually right here is fine since your friends seems to have left us alone." Graggins commented. He looked around to see if anyone was listening in, then finally decided to speak.
"You're a brave man for doing what you did, Sir Frato. You're actions can also be described as stupid. The right thing to do. Or perhaps you'd be morally corrupt. Point is, you're gonna find yourself in alot of hot water what their natives if they ever decide to put a bounty on you and hunt you down like one of their prey. Tell me boy, do you believe you did the right thing? Well whether you do or not, I'd like to ask you that if they ask about me sending you off, tell them that I did so reluctantly and against my will. Not to sound cowardly, but I invested too much into them to lose it all for...well you get the idea."
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Post by Robshi on May 15, 2022 20:38:02 GMT
Frato listened and replied in a confident and determined voice.
"I did do the right thing. Just how could anyone allow a child to die if they had the power to save them?" He continued in a softer tone. "You needn't worry about them hunting you. If you're that concerned about it, I'll tell them I held your neck at spear point and forced you into doing my bidding."
The hybrid sighed. He started thinking about how he was already an enemy of Clan Carnicero, wanted by Clan Foxtrot and now Bangaas may start hunting him down. It was rather scary to think about how many sentient beings were wanting his blood to spill.
"Well, I'd better not stay here. I need to get ready to disembark and then I have to prepare for a match with one of my students." Frato remarked.
Unless Graggins wants to stop him, the hybrid will do exactly what he said and gather his things into his backpack from his cabin and move to meet up with his party to get onto dry land.
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Post by M&M&M on May 16, 2022 1:56:19 GMT
Graggins simply nodded to Frato's explanation of his actions. However, he held a hand in front of the hybrid before he could leave and gave him an apologetic look.
"Er...sorry. But if you thought that was the only bad news I have to give, I'm afraid I have another to add to the pile. See, you remember The Head Hunter? I was there when that creature was patching up Odessa's legs and heard it chatting with her about something unsettling. Well..I'll just give you the word for word explanation."
"Ah, there, it is done, and my deal with that...Dragoon was it? It's done. Oooo do me a favor, won't you? Mmmm, tell him to come back and see me. I want to see his beautiful head again. That..luscious...magnificent head. If he doesn't, oooo, well, I'll just have to go see him myself. Soon. REAL soon.."
"Then the mad thing cackled and went back to it's lair." The giant dwarf crossed his arms in frustration. "I'll be plenty honest, boy. That Head Hunter is probably the most craftiest creature on the entire island. Can even give our most venerated warriors a run for their gil. I'm told they'll increase security around that thing but I've never seen that one so ornery for someone. If that monster wants to break out and find you, it's only gonna be a matter time until it does. And when it does, I hope you'll be prepared for it. Sorry I couldn't give you better news."
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Post by Robshi on May 16, 2022 20:19:29 GMT
Frato stopped in his tracks as Graggins held up his hand and he listened carefully. He was rather irritated at first to have to listen to more bad news, but his eyes widened slightly and his face hardened with a serious look as he heard about the Head Hunter.
"It's fine. Thanks for the warning." Frato replied. "I guess I'd better add the Head Hunter to the list of things that want to kill me. I'll be sure to train harder than ever back in my home land and hopefully with some help from my party we can finally put an end to that wretched fiend."
Frato's expression softened as he thought of what kind of training rituals he could try back in Cleyra.
"Well, I guess I'll be off to pack my things then. It was nice talking to you. I hope I see you again."
The hybrid knight will once again attempt to walk away and pack up all of his things before meeting up with his party, ready to disembark.
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Post by M&M&M on May 16, 2022 23:45:32 GMT
"Aye lad, I hope we meet again. Under better circumstances of course." Graggins waved a goodbye towards the hybrid and walked his merry way while FRato was allowed to go down and prepare his things for arrival. By the time the hybrid was done, his friends were waiting for him outside his door. Jack, Mortimmer, Firebrand and Ditz had their belongings packed behind their backs and held under their hands.
"Ready to go Teach!" Firebrand cheered, with her favorite weapon in hand, which was bought by her teacher personally. "And ready to give you your first humiliating loss too!"
"Um Firebrand, isn't using real weapons in a training duel a bit...dangerous?" Ditz asked nervously.
"No way! Teach can TOTALLY handle a little danger! That's why he's the Teacher, right Teach?"
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Post by Robshi on May 17, 2022 21:20:02 GMT
After packing up his things, Frato was glad to see his comrades all ready with their belongings. Hearing his students speak about the upcoming training duel, Frato wasn't surprised to hear how eager Firebrand was, but it seemed she had a way to go in learning to think before acting.
"Wrong. If you cut my head off I'll be as dead as anyone else would be." Frato replied with a slight scowl. "Ditz has a valid point. If you really want to use real weapons, we'd better make certain we have healers on hand to take care of any serious wounds. We'll also need to establish a firm set of rules to ensure we don't kill each other."
The hybrid then thought briefly. "Hrm... I guess the Burmecian Dragon Knight tournament rules would provide a good starting template to work with. What do you think of that?"
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Post by M&M&M on May 18, 2022 1:17:55 GMT
"Awwww..." Firebrand's excitement and ears drooped to the floor as she heard her mentor rebuke her. Her moogle friend chuckled nearby.
"Pfft, better idea. How about you two fight in the beach wearing nothing but beach-wear?" Jack gave off a perverted smile at the idea. "Whoever rips or cuts off the other's thong or bikini first loses! Heh heh, I wonder if we can charge for this little kupo..."
But the red headed amazon was holding a fist above the moogle in a threatening manner. "How about we throw you in the middle and see who can cut off your pom-pom first, you little rat."
"Now now, easy you two." Ditz played the passive negotiator. "How about we ask Killy to watch over the bout? I'm sure she still hasn't thrown away her white magic and we can use the opportunity to become more friendly with her."
"Heh, or maybe that one-eyed sand mouse will periodically cast Sleep, Toad, or Silence on our Boss during the fight due to a CERTAIN someone's love letter..." Jack looked towards Firebrand with glee, who looked away both angrily and embarrassed. "Well, whatever. Don't care as I've no stake in this. Everyone's here. We ready to go or what?"
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Post by Robshi on May 21, 2022 20:27:07 GMT
As Jack made his own perverted suggestion, Frato's facial expression soured. He had absolutely no desire to be fighting in just some beach trunks. A brighter expression soon appeared as Firebrand angrily rejected the idea. Heh, you tell him Firebrand.
"Hrm... I guess Killy might agree to act as a healer for the bout. I'm sure the idea of seeing me get my ass kicked would pique her interest." Frato replied casually. "Anyway, let's get moving. We can walk and talk after all."
The hybrid then proceeded to lead the way back to Cleyra. As he did, he wondered if Jack might be interested in changing class to either a white mage or a red mage. The moogle had been rather uncertain about his worth in battle with the party; plus he also knew Killy would be unlikely to want to change back to the healer role, and the black mage class did seem to suit her a lot better.
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Post by M&M&M on May 22, 2022 3:58:36 GMT
Everyone hoorah'd at the hybrid's order and all proceeded to head out the deck. Outside waiting for them was the Cleyran coastal town's dock, where the giant visually stunning Cleyran Tree can be seen from across the town and across the desert sands. The bridge connecting the ship to the docks were already occupied by passengers and sailors dumping cargo below.
When it was Frato's party turn, they could see a small crowd has formed around the docks to greet everyone. In the distance, the Dragoon would be able to spot two familiar figures in the distance. One was a very excited female mole jumping up and down while holding a sign above her saying 'Welcome back Frato and friends! Love you!'
Next to her was another female figure wearing the dark robes of a black mage. Only one glowing and annoyed looking eye can be seen in the darkness of her hooded face while she held up a rather jaded-looking sign that read 'If you can read this Frato, I hope you trip and fall into the ocean and get eaten by a Adamantoise.'
Once Frato reached the end of the bridge, Diasy the mole was the first to greet him as she sprinted and tackled him to the ground.
"Oh my goooosh I missed you so much!" The archer was already planting a multitude of kisses on her lover. "I was so worried! You hardly wrote us and I can't help but think about you ever since you left! Come here and give me a kiss you big lug!"
Up next, Killy the former white mage walked up casually to them and looked at the pair with even more annoyance. "Ugh, barf. And damn, you survived somehow. This day just keeps getting better and better. And will you two stop it already? We're in public here. Don't make me spray you two with dead pepper extract.."
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Post by Robshi on May 22, 2022 18:52:24 GMT
As he made his way onto the deck, Frato was mesmerised by the view of the Cleyran tree overshadowing the desert sands beneath and the port town before them.
Wow, home soil at last. Finally my authority as a Dragon Knight will truly mean something once again.
His eyes then spotted two familiar faces, waving a couple of signs for the party. At least he thought they were for the party until he started reading them. Frato read Daisy's sign first, since he knew she'd likely address hers directly to him as she is his girlfriend after all.
Aw, how sweet of Daisy. Maybe I could make our relationship work after all. Perhaps I shouldn't be so keen to abandon what we have going together. She's certainly passionate in the bedroom, plus she's really loyal to me. Maybe the first girlfriend I have will be the only one I need.
He then had to quickly dismiss mental images popping up of the mole's revealing lingerie so he could focus on the other sign, written by a Black Mage who would be more keen to set him on fire than sleep with him. As he read the fate Killy hoped would befall him, he raised his eyebrows and let his eyelids lower slightly to make a facial expression that would suggest the phrase 'Really?'
Walking purposefully once it was his party's turn to disembark, he moved forward and was soon startled by the force at which Daisy tackled him to the ground with.
Whoa!!! Well, I suppose I should've expected as much. Huh... guh... wow, she is being really generous with the kisses. Mmm. Feels nice.
Smiling, the dragon knight decided to comply with Daisy's wish and tried to kiss her quickly on the lips with a beaming facial expression to show he had missed her too. He then heard Killy begin complaining and sighed slightly. It seemed the warm welcome had to end now.
"Alright, I can take the hint Killy." Frato replied. "Come on Daisy, you'd better let me up if you want me to return to Cleyra with you. We've got a lot of catching up to do, plus I'd rather be in an inn with a warm bed waiting for me before I start talking in case night falls before we finish chatting."
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Post by M&M&M on May 22, 2022 21:05:57 GMT
"Tee hee, okay Love." Daisy giggled then carefully picked herself off him and helped her hybrid lover up. Once done, she immediately went to his side and hugged his arm tightly. "And we DO have alot of catching up to do! But there's not need to head to Cleyra now. I mean, you must be tired from your trip and it's an even longer trip to get there. It'll be night by the time we arrive, so why not stay another day in this town? Me and Killy have been sleeping in this nice inn nearby the gateway and they have plenty of other rooms for the rest of you. And I have a nice warm bed just for you in my room.."
"Oh Burmece, she's at it again." Killy groaned. "To be fair, I'm glad you guys are back actually. I've been stuck with that nutjob ever since you left; always talking about 'Frato this' and 'Frato that'. And every time I hear what she wants to do with that idiot, I have to hold back the incredible urge not to blast her with a fire spell. That reminds me, I gotta go make a trip to the local black mage guild soon and see if there's a spell that causes infertility. Burmece knows we don't want any more of HIM running amok."
"Oh hush!" Then the mole girl began to forcefully tug at her lovers arm and pull. "Come on! The inn's this way!" Unless Sir Frato declines or wants to do something different, he will be lead to wherever Daisy wants to.
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Post by Robshi on May 23, 2022 22:03:58 GMT
The warm feeling of his smitten mole girlfriend on his arm kept the good mood of Frato flowing. He used his free hand to dust himself off slightly. He was glad that the pair had found a good inn within the port town, so sweet rest would not be far to get to.
Whoa... I had a feeling Daisy would be keen to get the jump on me. I can't let her have me too easily though... a noble Dragon Knight does not spread their legs so readily. Danger could lie even within the inn walls!
The black mage's remarks only helped sharpen his Dragoon instincts, as he'd already found out what happened if he trusted Killy too strongly. He remembered all too well how she'd decided to act on his plea to ask Daisy to sleep in another room.
"Lead the way, Daisy." Frato replied, happy to let himself be led to the inn.
Uh... she is just going to lead me to the inn so I can unpack... right? Oh Burmece! With how forceful Daisy gets with her love, she might well be planning on dragging me straight into the bedroom!
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Post by M&M&M on May 24, 2022 1:56:25 GMT
"Hee hee, right this way, my love!" Daisy happily lead the way by arm towards her destination while Killy and the rest of Frato's allies followed, the former comrade occasionally making a gagging sound when the mole opens her mouth. Soon they arrive at at a large homely looking building near the city entrance. Acceptably named 'The Shell Shelter', the inn was decorated with many beach-related memorabilia, especially shells and even large shells taken from water based monsters. The door in front of the front desk was even decorated with a expertly de-shelled Clipper shell where onlookers can view the trophy. The building seemed aged judging by the sand beaten walls and cracked paint but the random areas of patched up jobs and refreshed paints suggest it at least cares about regular maintenance.
"Here we are! Not bad huh?" Daisy splayed a hand like she was displaying her own abode. She bought out a set of keys from her pocket and threw them haphazardly to Frato's allies then began to tug on Frato's arm a bit TOO tightly. "Come on, let me show you my room." She said, hardly hiding her lewd smile. "There you can drop your bags and where you can tell me everything that happened while you were gone once we hit the showers together..."
But Killy wasn't having any of that, as she angrily grabbed at Frato's other free hand and pulled. "OOOOOOOH NO YOU DON'T! My room is right next to yours and I REFUSE to be party to whatever you two are planning between our all-too-thin walls! I've had to keep Frato's horny friend from playing around with that pink whore all day yesterday for my peace of mind and I will NOT have it shattered by some other randy desperate love-sick puppy! He's staying in the room across the hall by himself!"
Of course Diasy glared back and pulled with equal vigor, completely forgetting about the pain she may be causing her Dragoon lover in anger and lust. "Then why don't YOU stay in that room across the inn then!? Or at least mind your own damn business! He's an adult and he can do whatever he wants, and he obviously wants to stay in MY room, isn't that RIGHT love?"
"Ha! And lose the room with the best sight of the Cleyran Tree and the beach? Not a chance! No! He's staying away from you and away from MY room!"
It was then a new challenger has arrived, where Firebrand took a hold of Frato's coat from behind and pulled. "No way! He's staying with ME! He promised me he'd duel me today and I'm not letting him go without one!"
"What the hell does that have to do with what room to stay in!?" The black mage shouted back in frustration, her eye almost the same color as fire right now. "Let go the both of you! You're both insane!" The three ladies were beginning to get more louder and forceful in their actions, especially since many onlookers began to stop and stare at the growing argument. Meanwhile Ditz and Mortimmer just stared, constantly wondering what to do and what would happen. Jack on the other hand was going around the onlookers asking for bets on which woman would win would be allowed to take Frato to their room. It's up to the Frato to decide his fate, if he could bring up the strength to do so..
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