Rise to Immortality (Closed)

[katalynn]

Sarah didn't quite know how she felt after taking a glance in the mirror, the reflection certainly wasn't her at all. Yet with his compliment, she blushed deeply while walking out to meet him downstairs. While she was downstairs, she decided to get a few things for their trip. Packed a quick light lunch and some juice, though she was tempted to bring some wine.

It didn't take her much to get it all ready since everything was already made. Right when he came down, she finished folding up a small blanket and laid it on top of the basket. Though his request took her off guard and she tried to peak around his back to see what he's hiding.

Naturally he didn't let her see it though and reluctantly she did turn around while placing her hands behind her.

"I grabbed us some snacks for later if we get hungry. There's also juice and bottled water in there too."

 

[JadeKnight]

He smiled seeing how well she complied to his request. He looked towards the basket for a moment, hmming softly.

"That was a good idea. I think we'll probably be out there for a little while. It is a nice day after all."

He moved closer to her, though he kept a llittle space between them. He reached up, trailing a finger lightly along the curve of her neck before going down the length of her left arm. He soon stopped at her wrist before pulling the cuffs out from behind his back. He snapped one cuff around her left wrist, followed by her right wrist. He pulled out the key and locked the cuffs in place so they wouldn't slip and get tighter on her.

"Now we are all set."

He picked up the basket and placed the handle in her palms.

"You can carry that while we walk. Lead on and I will be right behind you."

He waited till she was out before closing the door behind them.

 

[katalynn]

She tensed up slightly when she felt the cuff being put into place, the clicking sound confirming it being locked. The second one she struggled slightly to see what exactly he was doing back there. Again the locking sound made it official and she tried to pull her arms forward only to fail.

For a split moment she was about to protest with the idea that she wasn't ready for that yet. Only to remind herself that she did give him full control over her actions and if this is what he wanted..... Then.. well... She had to accept it. Again that trust had to be placed on him to make sure she would get there safely.

The basket was placed in her hands and she didn't know how to react to all this. There was a moments hesitation as he opened the door before she finally stepped outside. In reality no one would see her as there are no people around. However, now that it is daylight now, that sensation of being watched filled her to the core.

She struggled a bit to get down some of the stairs that lead to the path, fighting to gain use of her arms. After that she made it to the path easy enough with his help here and there. About five minutes she finally got used to the idea of not using her arms and started to walk fairly normal. Though, she did purposely sway her hips to tease him some.

"You know.. It isn't normally 'bunnies' that carry the basket. Normally a little girl in a red cloak is carrying it."

 

[JadeKnight]

He grinned and laughed for a moment.

"That's true, but I think she is shacked up with the big bad wolf somewhere right now."

He continued to walk behind her for a few minutes, though he didn't look around at the beauty of nature as well. He didn't really know where they were, but that made things more fun. It had been awhile since he had been out in the woods with anyone like this.

"Did you have some place in mind, or are you just aimlessly wandering around?"

He moved up beside her, giving her ass a nice little smack for a moment before clasping his hands behind his head.

 

[katalynn]

"Oh yea... Those wolves are the tricky ones. Even Bunnies need to watch out for them."

She squeaked from the smack and wanted to rub it out though couldn't quite make it work without losing the basket. Instead she had to deal with, though this experience is starting to create certain sensations she didn't expect.

"Yes, I know exactly where I am taking you Daddy. It isn't too extremely far."

At least to her it isn't all that far considering she walks this trail all the time. For most of the walk she kept silent to allow him sometime to enjoy the sights. Although there was much site seeing as it was all nature. Her parents kept the area very clean though and the only sign of humans was the trail they went on. Her mother decorated the path with pretty river rocks and brightly colored mushrooms that the wildlife doesn't eat.

There were some areas where she needed help over a fallen log or climbing down some rocks. All in all Sarah and even Rhia was impressed with how well she handled being bound. Even kept hold of the basket except for once on the rocks and almost lost everything. Almost an hour later they came to a clearing that was perfect for their needs.

"Well, this is the spot I wanted to take you too."

She smiled despite being a little out of breath an trembling slightly from all the excitement her body experienced. Also emotionally too, confused, flustere,d humiliated... and highly aroused. She couldn't keep up with what she wanted to do most. Jump his bones right here and now... Beg for him to use her... Or just find some place to hide for a while from embarrassment. However, she didn't do any of those things for obvious reasons. Instead she went to where the grass was soft and dry, kneeling down to set the basket down.


"I hope this works for you. There is another spot further up, but it is a lot of rocky trails to go through. These shoes will not handle them at all!!"

Although she didn't stand back up, instead she sat on her heels and remained kneeling. It most likely appeared she was being the perfect little girl to him. And perhaps part of it was, yet mostly because the felt good. Also, she took the moment to let all thoughts go while admiring the waterfall view they had.

 

[JadeKnight]

The walk was beautiful and Gerdof was surprised at how well kept the trail was. It helped make the walk better, even as he enjoyed watching how Sasha managed to handle herself. He did help her when she needed it, but it seemed to have handled herself very well for the most part.

The waterfall she had brought him to was beautiful as well. He walked to the water's edge as she knelt on the soft grass to catch her breathe. He scooped a little bit of water into a hand, drinking the crisp tasting water. He hmmed for a moment as he glanced towards her, knowing she hadn't really had anything to drink yet.

"Are you thirsty?"

He moved back to her and around behind her, taking the basket from her. He sat the basket beside her before unfolding the blanket out in front of her. He pulled out a water bottle for a moment, holding it out towards her with a smile.

 

[katalynn]

Sarah would have helped him with the blanket and actually did try on instinct, only to be reminded of the cuffs binding her. Though, she didn't complain at all about it, if he wanted help he would have made it possible. Once the blanket was laid out and he offered the water, she crawled on her knees forward to get on the blanket.

"Yes I am a little thirsty Daddy."

She blushed slightly while leaning forward to take a drink and realized she was thirstier than she thought. Taking a few good swallows she pulled back and lifted her head to show she was done.

"Thank you."

She smiled shyly while looking around to enjoy the sights and sounds. With a little bit of work she shifted her legs out from under her to stretch them a little. There were some dirt spots on her calves from having to climb over the rocks, but other than that, she was amazed they weren't scratched up.

"I can normally spend hours out here when I am alone. But, I won't make you do that. I don't wish to bore you too much Daddy"

She teased and leaned over to kiss him lightly then pulled away to sit back down.


Rhia was loving this place, everything about it she loved.... All except for being trapped. More and more she started to get antsy and wanted to be free. Of course she didn't want to hurt Sarah and Steve no longer had a solid form which made things more difficult. Still, it took every bit of effort to not take control of Sarah and go play in the water. At the same time, she did kind of enjoy the feeling that Sarah had with this whole being helpless deal.

It reminded her of the few times with Steve, though he hadn't done anything like this with her. However, she was certain he had plenty of ideas building up now. All the same, being trapped in this fashion did depress her. It was so much more worse than when she had her bottle.... Well, okay, there were some perks... Still frustrating none the less.

 

[JadeKnight]

After she drunk from the bottle, he set it aside carefully. He smiled for a moment, shaking his head.

"No, don't worry about that. I don't think I can get bored with you around."

He mmed as he returned the kiss softly before letting her sit back once more. He stood up again, taking in the sight once more. He was very happy with what she had choosen. After all, they didn't have anywhere urgent they needed to be.

He moved around behind her before kneeling down. He reached out with his hands, glading softly along her shoulders. His fingers ran gently down her arms to her cuffed hands before moving back up to her shoulders. He leaned forward and whispered gently in her ear.

"Would you like to go in the water bunny?"

He moved his hands down over the top of her breasts before his fingers dipped beneath the lacy material of her top, His fingers found her nipples before gently pinching and rolling them between his fingers.

 

[katalynn]

Sarah gave a soft sigh of being content as he caressed over her arms in a teasing manner. For a moment she thought he would free her, only to feel his fingers work back up to her shoulders.

Leaning back as he roamed over her shoulders and then down to tease her more. She gasped sharply and arched her chest up towards his fingers more. The sensation of having her nipples played with still gave a mixture of feelings. One of great pleasure as it did feel good, the other of uncertainty because of how sensitive they were. Other than him, no one has touched them before, let alone stimulate them like he did. Instinctively she wanted to pull away from the teasing. Yet, all that did is cause her to squirm against his chest as she gasped and whimpered.

“I would like that very much Daddy. It will help clean up your dirty little girl...”

She blushed a little after hearing herself say that and couldn't believe those kinds of words escaped her lips. However, it also excited her some as well to actually say embarrassing things that she certainly wouldn't say in any other situation.

“Though, I think you will have to help wash my legs off. I can't very well do it... I am kind of tied up at the moment.”

 

[JadeKnight]

He laughed for a moment at her obvious statement that he would have to help her out. He gave a kiss to her shoulder for a moment before whispering.

"That won't be a problem bunny."

His hands slipped from beneath her top to move down to her waist. He carefully helped her to her feet before following her towards the water. As she went in, he took a moment to take off his shoes and shirt, setting both of them aside. He didn't mind getting his shorts getting wet for the time being. He finally stepped into the water, moving towards her.

Unnoticed by the couple was a red squirrel perched in a tree at the edge of the forest, watching them. It was Zeus in disguise, who just happened to be in the area. He didn't know these two were host to Steve and Rhia, as some mystical force was blocking all of them from sensing each other. All Zeus knew was that this couple could probably use a little jolt to get things going.

A blue streak of lightning cam eout of the clear sky, striking the water the two were in. It wasn't enough to hurt them, just give a little shock. However it also had the side effect of serving to help push Steve and Rhia onwards.

For Steve, he was just getting ready to enjoy things when he was struck by a sudden surge of darkness. It also felt as if he was torn apart into a great black nothingness.

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It took a little bit before things began to brigten up for Steve, as well as new sensations coming back to him. He soon found himself staring into a beautiful full length decorated mirror, but looking back at him was a woman. She was dressed in a silk flowing robe that clung to her body. Both hands were on her hips as she looked in the mirror, smirk on her face. It was a few moments before the woman spoke.

"Finding everything comfy for you in there?"

It took Steve a moment to realize that he was being spoken to. It was nothing like when he had been in Gerdof. Somehow he could actually feel the soft silk of the rode against her skin. He couldn't quite seperate himself from the woman, but he didn't have control to do anything.

"Wait, you already know I'm inside?"

His voice was more internal, so it seemed that only the woman could hear him.

"Well, it is a bit wierd to have the feeling of someone else in my own body, but yes. You came in a moment ago. Do you mind leaving?"

Steve frowned internally, wishing he could do more that the few actions he had.

"I wish I could, but I really don't think I have that control yet. Would you mind telling me about where I am?"

The woman shook her head for a moment, not really liking the situation she was put in, but she doubted it would put a hamper on what she was doing. She turned from the mirror to look around at the lavish tent they were in. A large double bed was set against the back wall of the tent, flanked by a small night stand on either sit. Several burning candles on tall stands around the tent lit the inside. A large table was sat in the center of the tent, several maps on top of it.

"You may call me General Cao Cao, commander of the Wei Dynasty. This is the eve of my battle to conquer yet another state under my rule."

She moved to the table, pointing the top map with her finger on the Han state.

"Tomorrow my army will march on the Han dynasty, crushing and pulling it under my land. Any other questions?"

Steve thought about it for a moment, feeling something was different about this woman. It was a familiar twitching at the crotch that he felt.

"Umm...I hope this isn't too personal, but why do you seem to have a penis and breasts?"

Cao smirked for a moment before she moved back over to the mirror. She reached up and tapped a darkened triangle at the corner of her right eye, looking like a birthmark.

"Yes, that is correct. You will find every single person has breasts, but only those with this birthmark have a penis. Those who are unmarked have a vagina. Come now, I am tired. We will continue what ever questions you have after the battle tomorrow. I need sleep."

Steve sighed, but he was quiet as he tried to go over what little information she had given him and whatever possible knowledge he could bring forward to make sense of things. It only took a few moments for Cao to blow out the candles before crawling into her bed.

 

[katalynn]

Rhia could feel a greater source of power near by, however she couldn't do anything about it nor see where that power came from. For all she knew it could have easily been Gerdof's power rising up for some reason, though it didn't quite feel like his. Yet, it didn't feel at all threatening either which made Rhia keep her mouth shut. Overall though, she was quite bored while Sarah had all the fun. Granted Rhia could feel most of what is happening and enjoyed what she could from it. Still, it wasn't enough to make this whole experience fun.

The next thing she knew is the world went black all the sudden and at first she thought Sarah had been blindfolded. This was different though, more like being ripped and falling away from Sarah. Something Rhia never thought would happen and for a split moment was happy to be free from Sarah. And yet, it also frightened her as well considering she had no idea if she is being parted from Steve as well.

Rhia, like before, didn't fall unconscious, more like floating in a void filled with uncertainty and having no idea what the other side of that void will be like. Unlike before, Rhia didn't come into reality staring at herself through a freaked out pair of eyes. Instead, as more reality hit and Rhia became aware of her surrounding... At least the sensations of those surroundings... She realized that she is blindfolded, on bound on her knees with some kind of silk robe caressing most of her flesh.

Her breasts were hanging out from the robe and felt bound with a rope that was tight against her pussy. It felt as though there were knots in the rope, one at her clit, the entrance to her pussy and the third pressing tightly against her ass. Her arms were bound behind her back and seem to be connected to her hair somehow, forcing her head to remain facing up. For Rhia, it was very uncomfortable to come into reality too, yet this host felt extremely relaxed like this.

It was clear to Rhia of what was happening, especially when a cock slipped between her lips and slid down into her throat. Rhia could taste it all and smell it, more importantly, was able to actually feel that unknown cock easily using her throat. Rhia had some resistance since she has only sucked on Steve a couple of times, however, this host took down that cock like it was nothing.

More and more Rhia started to take in her situation and realized that there is something buzzing in her ass and this host is resisting the urge to cum. Being the type of creature that Rhia is, there was more to this host than Rhia thought. A second heartbeat could be felt and it took Rhia a few good moments to realize this host is bearing a child. It didn't seem like she was due anytime soon, only a few months into it, but Rhia didn't like this situation at all.

Unfortunately she didn't have time to seriously dwell on it as the obvious sexual scene is starting to effect her more. For now, the most can do is think of Steve as a means to not feel like she's cheating on him as both Rhia and host started to pleasure this cock. Rhia could feel the love this host has for the person that owns the cock and Rhia hoped that she didn't ruin the moment too much. It isn't her fault that these things keep happening to her, although since she can actually enjoy what is happening, she may as well keep quiet for now.

 

[JadeKnight]

As Cao Cao slept, Steve was treated to a quick history of the general's life she lived. Cao joined the Chinese government system at the early age of 18, appointed as a district captain in Luoyang, the seat of the Emperor. She was soon moved out of the imperial court, due to the relationship with a disgraced relative. She soon returned to the imperial court as a consultant, getting a few limited anti corruption laws in place.

When the Yellow Turban Rebellion broke out, peasant revolt due to the rising famine problems around the country, she was made a Captain of the Cavalry and was able to suppress the spread of the rebellion in the Yu Providence. She soon retired and returned to her home three years after the event.

During her retirement, a coup was happening at the seat of the empire, during which Dong Zhuo, a season general of Liang Provience, took advantage of the coup and placed a puppet emperor on the throne. Cao Cao heard of this and created her own army to march forth against Dong Zhou. She joined a coalition with the intent of such a thing, but it fell apart after months of inactivity.

It was Dong Zhou's own general, Lyu Bu, who slew her and started the civil war which China has been enbroiled in. It had been ten years since that day, during which time Cao Cao had been expanding her power and army to it's large size it was. She had met Lyu Bu several times on the battlefield, mostly in a few small scale skrimishes. The coming day was to be what Cao Cao hoped would be the day she finally killed Lyu Bu.

 

[katalynn]

As the night went on, Rhia realized that the one who owned the cock is a female... A woman with a cock? At first it really freaked Rhia out as she never heard of such a thing, let alone experience it. She also never had so many orgasms in one night either, this Master.... Mistress? Whatever the host called her, knew exactly what they were doing. The owner only came a few times, yet she made this host ... Meili... Cum over and over again until the girl passed out cold.

Rhia had learned that this girl isn't the wife to this other person, but a concubine for the couple. The actual wife is unable to bear children and as all royals, an heir is needed one way or another. Meili is actually the younger sister of the wife and could pass as her twin. Rhia also learned that this girl sometimes takes the place of the wife when traveling. Realizing that it is for safety precautions, although if something happened to this girl, that something would also harm the child.

None of that is any real concern to Rhia though and eventually she finally fell asleep too. A night of orgasms honestly wore her out since she had full experience with them. It was midmorning before Meili woke up and started her daily routine, she wasn't allowed to look in a mirror. Yet the servant that helped her get dressed stared at her blankly for a moment in complete shock.

"What? What is wrong with you?"

The servant shook her head and grabbed the small mirror from the cabinet.

"I think you need to see for yourself Mistress..."

She held up the mirror for Meili to see that her very dark brown eyes now had bright blue highlights in them. Shaking her head in disbelief, not understanding any of this. Rhia for the most part kept silent, though did try a few tricks to see if she could get free. Like with Sarah, nothing happened.

"Lyu is not going to be happy with this at all. Anyway.. Nothing I can do about, I am already late as it is. Why did you let me sleep in so late?"

Meili got up and finished getting dressed and rushed out the door to tend to her duties.

"Who are you and where did you come from? You need to leave... Now!!"

It took Rhia several seconds beofore realizing that Meili is speaking to her and Rhia answered. Of course Meili didn't like the answers at all, yet had to live with it for now.

 

[JadeKnight]

Cao rose up before the sun rose, as it was going to be a very busy day. Steve really couldn't do much other than watch and listen to everything that was about to unfold.

After she was dressed, all of Cao Cao's ten officers were brought into her tent. One of the maps was unrolled on the table, gold coins placed in each corner to hold it down. The map was that of Lyu Bu's current palace she had taken residence in to recuperate from the last battle two months before, as well as the surrounding landscape. Cao took her time going about planning how she wanted her officers positioned, when they were going to strike, and everything for them to do in order to gain entry for Cao Cao to go after Lyu. She had made sure that her officers knew she was be the one to face Lyu, but they could provide backup if needed.

At the same time, the camp was being pulled up in preparation for the march through the countryside towards Lyu. At the same time, a young woman was approaching Lyu's palace, a messenger sent to state the general's demand for Lyu to surrender to Cao Cao or be prepared to die by her hand. However, the messenger did not currently know her mistress's whereabouts, so she would have been useless as a hostage.

It was nearly noon by the time the army was ready to move, and they still had several hours of marching before reaching Lyu. The army split into three groups, each taking their own path through the countryside, the main force on a direct march towards the palace.

 

[katalynn]

The day went on as normal for Meili and she made certain that breakfast is served to both her Mistresses before having her own meal. The wife... her sister.. always held a deep grudge against her, hating the idea that Lyu is spending more and more time with her. The rule is that Lyu is suppose to just take her once, fill Meili with seed just to create the heir. Yet as time went on, Lyu started to enjoy Meili a lot more than Jiang.

Ever since then, Meili couldn't be in the same room with her sister unless she is posing as her. This should have been one of those days. However, Meili did stay out of sight for a good portion of the day just to get ready and prepared for the coming battle. There is no where to run at this point considering any direction they could go would potentially lead them right to the armies of Cao.

Meili did dress up as her sister in case of getting captured, though both sisters remained in the palace while keeping hidden. If the battle made it to the palace, they would see Meili as the true wife, especially with the slight baby bump in her belly. Meanwhile the real wife Jiang would appear as the servant and would speak for Meili if needed.

Rhia didn't think this 'safe' place wasn't all that safe or well hidden for that matter. She has seen a few wars in her time and knew there is no real safe place. But being in a hidden room underneath the main rooms floor isn't the greatest of places to be. One sound coming from any of the servants or two sisters, then they would be found.

Yet, Rhia didn't say anything since she didn't know how many times they have done this. However, Rhia did keep trying to search for any sign of Steve and would grow depressed when nothing was found. For now all any of them can do is wait and hope Lyu gains victory, the palace is surrounded and well prepared for the oncoming attack.

 

[JadeKnight]

Cao Cao's army was on the march by the time the messenger left Lyu's palace with the notice of rejection for the surrender. The army was slowly making it's way through the countryside, passing through a couple of small villages. The inhabitants took shelter where they could as news reached the about the marching armies, but they did watch from where they took shelter.

There was a small fort occupied by a small group of Lyu's soldiers a few miles from the palace that Cao stopped at first. There was an attempt by a runner to leave the fort to warn Lyu, by she was struck down by an arrow. It didn't take much to convince the fort's soldiers to surrender to the much larger force. A few of the soldiers attempted to fight, but they were killed. As if reading the future, the rest swore their loyalty to Cao Cao.

Since it was nearly dusk, Cao decided to rest at the fort with her designated portion of her army while sending the other two sections onward to setup in their designated positions. Steve was impressed by the general and how well she was able to handle everything up to that point. When the messenger arrived with the news, Cao took in in stride, expecting such an answer from Lyu.

 

[katalynn]

From time to time Lyu would come in to check on her wife and mistress to make sure they were comfortable. It wasn't easy for her to leave them hidden and did fear for their future. Yet, she hoped with at least one of them being pregnant, that she would be spared. They did make a plan in hopes that would spare both of their lives if it came down to it.

No matter the situation however, Meili needed to remain calm and the less stress put on her was good. Granted this particular situation wasn't easy to create any kind of peace of mind. They did make the best of it at least and Lyu made certain that would remain hidden through out the night.

It worried Lyu that no reports have been made in the recent hours. Some times she considered sending out some scouts to check on the forts. Though she needed to keep as many lookouts here at the palace. Either way, there is no way of knowing when an attack will actually happen.

The guards were put on shifts to keep their energy up so they can be alert for any possible attack. Lyu couldn't sleep though and kept checking on the posts around the palace. It did please her to see both the wife and mistress sleeping after having a good meal. After some point in the night, Lyu stopped checking in on them. They are suppose to be hidden and if she kept going to them, they will be found. For now all she can do is wait out the night and be prepared for anything.

Rhia didn't like being caught in the middle of a war as she has seen too many in her time. In fact there has been a few that were caused by her Masters wishes. Although she didn't want to let her fears stress Meili out so she suppressed most of that fear. Hoping that Steve is safe somewhere far from this soon to be battle.

 

[JadeKnight]

That evening was spent making sure that everyone of her soldiers got enough sleep for the next day. Lyu's chosen palace was protected by ten foot high, five foot thick walls all around the perimeter. Cao had no qualms about damaging the outer walls, but she planned on keeping the palace intact as much as possible. She doubted that there were more than a handful of troops under Lyu at the moment, which Cao easily outnumbered.

When Cao finally had time to herself, she went about questioning Steve on exactly why he had started to occupy her body like he was. It took a little while for him to go through the whole story of what had transpired, hoping the general believed him. It turned out that magic, or a form of it, was part of the time they were currently living in. Cao had some doubts about his story, but didn't raise them yet.

Cao explained that some of them was able to focus their fighting skills enough to call upon the elements to flow through their weapons. They were only able to channel one through out their entire lifetime time, though it usually ended up as a form of an element rather than the pure form. Cao was able to focus darkness through her sword, slicing through her enemies.

The army began moving before dawn the next moving, taking their time to get there. Keeping most of her section back, Cao Cao came forward along the road towards the palace. She came to a stop within a couple of miles from the palace, studying everything for a few moments.

 

[katalynn]

They were all too concerned about the on coming attack to really give her eyes much thought thankfully. At times they all did take notice, Lyu especially noticed with a curious glare. However, there wasn't much she can do about it, certainly didn't have much time to punish her either.

Instead of stressing about it, Lyu had far more pressing matters to deal with. Kissing both her wife and Meili one last time before attending to protecting the palace. She had to make certain that it would be very difficult for them to break through. There is word on the size of the army by a few random whispers. Which brought in fear and doubt that she can protect this place properly. Either case, she would defend it until the very end, her army will put up a fight as well.

There wasn't any real way for Meili to keep track of the time as her and a few other servants remained hidden. At times she did try to speak to Rhia, wanting to know more and silently begged turn her eyes back. In the end, Rhia could nothing about her eyes, in fact the blue in them were becoming more brighter. They were like staring into sapphire jewels.

Talking to Rhia was also impossible because of how many others that were there with them. More than a few times, the wife, Jiang, would glance over at her thinking that she's talking to herself. After about the third time of catching the eyes of the servants, Meili sighed and decided to get some sleep.

She had no idea how long she slept for, but what woke her up were the panicked noises above them. Hearing Lyu's voice barking orders, the clanking of weapons and lots of yelling. They all remained silent underneath the throne room, terrified and hopeful that this will end soon. From the sounds of thing though, it didn't sound promising. Lyu didn't sound pleased at all with how a few of her commands weren't followed through.

 

[JadeKnight]

Cal's vanguard, fifteen spear wielding soldiers on horseback, rode forward to within a mile of the palace before stopping. She sent the young woman who had served as her messenger before to ride to the front gate. The young woman stopped in front of the gate, shouting.

"Lord Cao Cao offers one more chance to surrender and spare all within the palace. She will offer a hour to let those who wish to flee to safety to go. After that, she offers no guarantees."

The girl turned and rode back towards the camp. Cao and her vanguard stayed where they were, a flag standard clutched in her hands across her saddle. During the next hour, the section she was leading took up positions where they were assigned.

 

[katalynn]

They all listened to the messenger and though a few did laugh, Lyu took it to heart and with lots of consideration. There is no way for Meili to travel that far, the risk of losing the child is too great. However, the rest of the house can move out, including her wife. It would ruin the plan to some degree, yet at least they would all be safe.

During that hour they quickly worked on getting the women and children out of the palace to a more safer location. Meili had already been far too stressed, even more so since Rhia arrived. To travel that far would only add to the stress, especially traveling by wagon. It was just a better idea to keep her here and hope for the best. They did give her some tea to help keep her calm and to hopefully sleep.

This is a plan that Rhia didn't like all that much. She knew first hand what war is like and knew that no one is ever safe, especially the child. Back in her earlier days they would kill the child of the opposing side just to make certain it wouldn't get any revengeful ideas. She would hate to see that happen with this child or to Meili and there is nothing much Rhia can do about it.

It took the better part of that hour to get everyone cleared out leaving Meili behind and hidden. The army took their positions once more, only a small amount went with the others for their safety. Lyu sat on the throne looking down a t the trap door that hid her real love. Worried for her safety, almost regretting the idea of leaving her here, however it was also the child that needed to be safe too.

She didn't think that Cao is that cold hearted to kill children, if she was, then the offer to take others to safety wouldn't have happened. Unless it was a trap and a distraction, which is something else that Lyu feared.

 

[JadeKnight]

True to her word, Cao let those who wanted to flee, flee. She made no other moves except to watch the stream of woman and children head past her and her soldiers. During the same time, the assembled soldiers behind her stayed where they were, milling around some from time to time. However that all stopped as the end of the hour arrived, moving back into the tight formation.

Cao said nothing more as the appointed time arrived, lifting the battle standard into the air. She waited for a few more seconds before stabbing it down into the ground beside her. On cue, a large valloy of arrows were released into the air. At the same time, the two armies that were flanking the palace began to lob large boulders into the air.

Cao Cao knew the amount of damage to the walls would be great, but it wasn't anything that couldn't be fixed. It wasn't long before the air was filled with screams as arrows struck and penetrated the armor or flesh of soldiers behind the walls. There were also loud booms as the boulders hit on the outer walls. A couple even managed to crash into the upper floors of the palace itself.

As the arrows flew, a large canvas covered box was rolled forward towards the front gates. Inside the wheeled box was a large battering ram, tipped with a steel spike. Cao's vanguard split, letting the battering ram through towards the front gate.

 

[katalynn]

The army fought to defend the palace for what seemed like hours. And though they were fighting a losing battle, the army proved their worth. Lyu did remain for as long as possible, giving direction where she could, coming up with any last minute strategy that did give them at least a couple more minutes to come up with a new plan. However, no matter what turn she made, they were overwhelmed by the other army.

Waiting until the very last moment when all hope and every possible plan had failed. Her army down to a handful of personal guards, Lyu began to prepare for her death. There is no way out of this and she knew that there is only one way to escape this with honor. She had the candles in place while kneeling on the trap door of her beloved with the dagger in hand and waiting until Cao came into view.

Rhia did everything she possible could to keep Meili calmed down, using what magic that is available to sooth her and the baby. Although with all the sounds from the battle, Meili ended up breaking down after a time. Somewhere deep within herself she knew that Lyu had lost and from what she can tell from the sounds right above them.. that chances are good Lyu is dead now. Although, she truthfully had no way of really knowing and the voices above were muffled.

When it all became silent, the sounds of battle dying down little by little, Meili stifled the sound of her crying. Trying desperately to keep hidden until someone came down to get her. Whether that person is good or bad has yet to be determined. All she can do is hope that it is safe for her in the end of it all and for the child she carries. If it isn't safe.. Then, well... That is a path she will have to cross in due time. In the meantime, she is struggling to stay put instead of going out there to find Lyu.

 

[JadeKnight]

Cao admired the defending soldiers for the fight they put up, taking out quite a few. Once the main gates had been breached, she led the charge in herself. Leaping off of the horse just inside the gates, she turned into a blur of darkness as she cut through the soldiers who came after her.

Once large holes had been brokedn in the side walls, the incoming boulders stopped. The soldiers backing Cao came sweeping in from all three openings, pushing through like a hot knife through butter. Although Lyu's remaining guards and palace guards fought back, several did surrender themselves after fighting to the point of exhustion.

By the time Cao reached the room where Lyu was, she was covered with the blood of the fallen soldiers. Some of the blood was hers as well, though it was from a few minor cuts and scrapes. She pursed her lips as she found the famed warioress kneeling in the candlelight.

"Come and fight with honor."

She waited till Lyu was ready, taking up a defensive stance. The fight was drawn out as each fighter tested the other, metal ringing out as they danced in the candlelight. Cao won the battle as she side-stepped a strike from Lyu, moving past her. She brought her sword around, cleaving cleanly through Lyu's neck. Lyu stood for a moment before dropping to her knees, falling forward as her head rolled along the floor.

 

[katalynn]

Hearing the duel above and how much Lyu was struggling made Meili cry, knowing just from the energy that she's losing. The loud thump and roll ended what hope Meili did have and knew that Lyu was gone now. The natural thing should have been to leave her hiding spot and just give herself up. Instead, she remained hidden for a time after realizing no one was coming down to get her, confirming Lyu had lost.

She cried and took the time to process her next move, waiting until it was completely silent up top. When that happened, she cleaned herself up and made herself look stronger than how she felt. There wasn't far for her to go, so escaping now would impossible. The very least she can hope that Cao and her army had left, moved on to their next conquer.

After so much time went by, Meili decided it was time to leave the hiding spot. Rhia disagreed, yet they both did agree that they couldn't stay hidden forever. Very carefully she unlocked the trapdoor, waiting a few seconds to make sure it was still quiet outside. Slowly opened the door to nothing in the room and proceeded to crawl out into the open.