Ma Cherie {Noelle}

[LILLITH AGROTERA POWELL]

Lillith couldn’t believe that she’d run into Reminy so randomly the other day. It had been… interesting, to say the least. The news that she and Noelle were no longer together was some kind of blow, and some kind of opening. It was strange. Now, though, she had to find Noelle and talk to the woman. They were friends- had been best of friends, actually- and a thing like that didn’t die just because they hadn’t seen each other in a few centuries. For them, years passed like grains of sand in a timer, mere blips on the radar. She was sure that they could easily pick up where they’d left off. Lillith also wanted to know what had happened between her and Reminy… and a small, wicked sliver of her wanted to know if she’d be amenable to the two of them seeing each other socially. It was an odd concept, this interest that Lill had in Reminy, but she couldn’t help it. The woman had captured her attention, even though she was almost positive that the two younger vampires belonged together. And maybe, maybe her more manipulative side wanted to help them realize their potential together. The Greek woman’s methods were a bit different than most though, she thought with a smile. Yes indeed, ‘different’ was certainly a good way to put it.

After talking to Reminy- they’d had something of an impromptu lunch date- she’d discovered that Noelle was also in Manuka. A giant, but welcome surprise. The hybrid had noted that more and more of the supernatural community were coming to Manuka, almost as if they were being drawn there by the Fates themselves for some as yet unseen goal. Lillith couldn’t complain though, because so many of her oldest and dearest were reappearing in her life, and she was finally reconnecting with them. So, after some finagling- and some rather annoying conversations with Noelle’s secretary, hostile bitch- she’d gotten herself another date. Sort of. Really, they were going to have a girlie day at the spa. They’d meet at Nirvana around noon, and spend a couple hours there getting pampered. Lillith figured that having the woman in a relaxed stay surrounded by beautiful women and soft music and falling water might put her in the right frame of mind for the questions she wanted to ask. They were of a mildly personal and uncomfortable nature. Not that they’d ever had any problems discussing such things before… but it had been a while.

The brunette’s heels clicked as she sashayed in to be greeted by the charming and adorable girl at the front desk, with whom she checked in, before sitting down on a comfortable bench to wait for her accompaniment. Her long, bronzed legs crossed in front of her she checked her phone, in case there was a message, which there wasn’t. A few minutes later, she spied the lovely body of her vampire friend walk through the door, and the violet-eyed vixen bit her lip. She had plumb forgotten how beautiful she was, the little French woman. They had never had a thing, never even contemplated it, because they were both so incredibly toppy, and Lillith was rather particular about her… partners, let’s say. Still, she could appreciate the woman’s appeal.

’Noelle, ma cherie,’ she said, rising from her seat and using the French endearment because it was appropriate. And really, she spoke so many languages, why not? ’How are you? It has been a literal eternity.’

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[NOELLE LISETTE GRAY]

It was a blast in the past seeing Reminy, she loved her Childe so she was very happy to have her back in her life. Even if it was for one night of hot passion long since forgotten,but now that Reminy was back in her life. Or at least in the same town again that meant that she could be back in her life for a lot longer. Grinning at that thought she slowly arose from her chair and walked around her condo,it was a semi boring day she had met with Ry earlier to get more girls. But with that done now she had nothing to do any more so that meant she had freedom. Then another thought brushed into her mind,with her meeting with Reminy she always found out that Lilith had made it in Manuka,that woman was a force all on her own as well. She had power and a certain control that Noelle couldn't help but enjoy. Why she was here though well that was the question. Noelle came here to gather more girls for Katherine but , Lilith she had no draw here,did she. Oh well that was a question that would need be answered soon enough. Seeing as she had a meeting with her old friend later in the day. Remembering how she got that information caused a slight grimace on her features,she really was going to need to get better help.

Her secretary was rather rude and hostile towards her friend,which Noelle couldn't allow of course so shortly after finding out her gathering with Lilith. The secretary was fired. A spa day something that Noelle truly had missed since moving to Manuka,so knowing that now she would be able to have them. Well it made her very happy to be surrounded by beautiful woman as well. That was a big plus , she didn't hide her love of woman from anyone. Why hide something that she found truly beautiful woman were goddess and powerful. Men were useless barbaric and weak , thinking about all of this a grin formed on her face. Yes it would be good to spend some time with her old dear friend. Being as old as they both were,friends would come and go over humans life times,but with them time was nothing. It was just going to be a short amount of time between. Grabbing her things she made her way down towards her car to make it for her spa date. Slipping into her car she headed towards her destination,wondering what this new spa was going to be like. Would be better then the ones she had in France or else where around the world. Those were things she was thinking in her mind as she made her way towards the Nirvana spa.

Pulling up to the spa she quickly put her shades into the clutch and stepped inside,the scents of skin cleansers and candles. Relaxing music as well as calming pictures around them. Well it was a rather beautiful spa which was something that she was rather impressed with. Yet the one thing she was excepting she did,had yet to make an apperance until the voice caught her ears. Eyes flicking she saw the woman a warm smile gracing her own lips. " My love yes it has been quite sometime. " Moving and kissing both sides of her cheeks before pulling away. " Now what brings you to this part of the world ? " Her accent coming though as she was catching up with an old friend. Slowly moving to her own chair to get wonderful treatment.

[LILLITH AGROTERA POWELL]

Lillith found herself strangely nervous. How to go about asking one’s friend about one’s offspring? Oh, don’t look like that, it’s not as though Lillith was going to ask Noelle about her birthed children (not that she had any, as far as the hybrid knew), just her sired one. One in particular. The one that had actually- though accidentally- made this little rendezvous possible. Internally, the lawyer sighed, as there wasn’t much of a tactful way to approach it. But, she thought pleasantly, it wasn’t as if that were the only thing the two old friends had to talk about. Certainly not. This idea was punctuated by Noelle’s approach to the spa, her own heels making delightful, soft clicking sounds on the polished stone floors.

After their brief greeting- terribly European, the both of them, with their overt affection and double kisses- they were escorted into a couple of massage chairs for their mani/pedi combos. Later, they’d be getting actual massages, possible facials, perhaps some waxing or therapeutic treatments. It really remained to be seen, as neither high-powered female was in short supply of money. And time? They literally had eternity. For Noelle, Lillith was more than happy to push or cancel whatever appointments- not that she had any, as she’d planned things this way on purpose- she’d made to make more room for her friend in her schedule. Slipping off her shoes and thigh-highs (assisted by the soft-spoken and gentle attendant, whom Lillith couldn’t help but notice with a light pang in her stomach, licking her lips), she settled herself into the expensive and plush seat, dipping her pretty feet into the bubbling water that smelled of violets, as per her request. Her fingers settled into matching bowls of foaming violet water, to soften them up for the manicurist’s ministrations later. For now, well, she had better answer her companion’s question, no?

’What brings most of us to this tiny section of America ma belle? There is a certain draw, a whisper on the air, that brings us here. It bears looking into. But on a more… logical note, I have many clients on this side of the Atlantic. Many of my largest accounts are here in America, and Manuka holds a rather unique appeal, what with its special underbelly.’ Usually, she would not use such awkward and roundabout language with Noelle, but as they were in public, she went the long way with words. Really, all she was saying was that the large population of supernatural creatures here, along with something magical and extra had brought her out this way. Having a familiarity with dancing with her vocabulary made for an interesting turn of phrase, however. And knowing her friend- and some of the more delicate operations her fellow vixen participated in- Lillith was confident the Frenchwoman would know exactly what she meant. ’And you love? What pulled you in this direction? Katherine’s meddling? Perhaps a friend of yours we both know? Or something else special?’ Lillith had no intention of making Reminy a prominent point of conversation yet, but she had to wonder if the younger vampire’s presence had had something to do with Noelle’s appearance in Manuka. Only time, and Noelle’s response, would tell her for certain. Because, well, because they wouldn’t lie to each other. They were too old, and far too perceptive to play at such things with each other.

[NOELLE LISETTE GRAY]

Noelle always enjoyed Lillith she was powerful and strong like herself , well and woman of power also made Noelle happy. It was too long that men had all the power and she loved when women took that control. So now that she had met with her friend Noelle would be able to relax and catch up talk about things hat had not been discussed in so long. She wouldn't need to fear about what Lillith thoughts. They both had been alive long enough and around each other long enough that they could speak their minds openly and be accepted for it. Yes advice would be given but Noelle would know it would be in care and not in anger. Well at least for the most part, sometimes emotions did get in the way those pesky things which Noelle rather disliked having. It caused things to happen and people to get hurt that she never wished to. At the same times weak emotions were also the perfect time to strike. Noelle prowled on the weak and unsettled , it was how she got as many girls as she did. They were wanting comfort someone to find them beautiful to accept them. Noelle would do this then snap the trap and they would end up being hers for the rest of the night and until further notice.

Her world wasn't for the weak hearted , it took a lot to handle and Noelle wasn't ashamed of that either. Having Reminy back in her life though it brought things to light that Noelle had thought she longed forgotten. They comfort of someone else the joy of that connection. Noelle enjoyed sex like anyone else so she had plenty of people warming her bed. The connection she had with Reminy was something that she hadn't felt in a long time. It was one night of passion but it was enough to give Noelle a spark, and then have her dive right back into her work. She knew that she needed more girls, so she would need to widen her search and possible talk to Ryanna more about getting another shipment of them.

She would push those thoughts aside for now and enjoy her spa day with Lillith, hearing that question would cause her to shift in her seat slightly. Allowing the woman to work and pamper them she would work on how to answer it. With a soft sigh she would raise her neck to allow a warm towel to be placed their before she spoke " Business is what brought me here, I needed to expand my client base and I heard this was the best place to do it." Noelle knew Lillith would know what she meant she was around when Noelle first started her own brothel so it would make sense of to why Noelle would say she needed to expand it. Hearing Katherine's name would cause Noelle to twitch slightly before settling back down. What was with her sire being brought up lately yes she did still have a hold over Noelle but that was something Noelle would have to live with,she didn't know how to break that debt as much as she wanted to. " We both know Katherine has a part in this Lillith , I have yet to be free of her quite yet and I doubt I ever will." While Noelle was strong in her own right, Katherine had age and experience on her side still and Noelle could not challenge that, at least not on her own. " As for a friend you bringing that up I take it you have ran in to Reminy as well , it was chance that I bumped into her I didn't think we would see each other again for quite sometime. " Noelle had no reason to lie and Reminy was never a factor into why she came to this town. A welcomed surprise of course but never a factor.

[LILLITH AGROTERA POWELL]

She had always admired and respected Noelle. Despite being under the thumb of a truly heinous individual, she managed to make herself a decent living, do things she enjoyed, pamper herself and get what she wanted. She was a strong person, talented and beautiful. Which was usually why her interaction with Katherine made no sense to Lillith. The old vampire woman seemed to have a hold over her progeny that was equal parts fear, fascination, desire and money. And Lillith… she never wanted to interfere in her friend’s life that way. Noelle was a big girl, she could handle herself. But that didn’t ease the tension that sometimes sprung up when she saw the other woman. The vampire was so lovely, and so talented, she should never have been as repressed as she was. Vampirism should’ve been her freedom, not her shackles. Noelle didn’t owe Katherine as much as she thought she did… At least, not in Lillith’s opinion, which tended to be pretty sound. But now was not the time for judgment or plans to free her friend. Now was a time for the pampering they were receiving at the hands of some very capable women.

That and conversation. Catching up on where the other had been, and what they’d been up to for the past decades that they’d been apart. For both of them, business had been a supreme factor in their existences. Apparently, Noelle’s business was he whole reason that she’d come to Manuka. Lillith wondered who, exactly, had to her that it would be a good place to further her endeavors. Because she had to disagree… there were so many beautiful, powerful people here. People that could prove useful. And she had a feeling that Noelle would soon disturb the wrong one, if given a wrong lead… Still, the hybrid held her tongue, and nodded, taking the information in stride. Although, there was quite the potential for finding buyer’s in Manuka, but Lillith disagreed with the idea of her trying to find more… product, so to speak, in the large Maine city. And try as she might to avoid talking about Katherine’s hold on her friend, it was bound to come up in relation to Noelle’s business. The tall brunette no longer wanted to be quiet about it.

’Ma petite, you will forgive me, but why do you still associate with her? I realize that she’s influential in your life, but I have never believed her good for you. And I believe, someday, that you will agree with me enough to be rid of her.’ It was true. She knew that Noelle was smart enough to realize that someday, she would need to be rid of the woman she called ‘sire.’ But at least that told her that Reminy had not been a factor for her either. Which was actually good to know. ’Yes, darling, I did run into her. We had a rather unexpected visit as well. But I learned that you were here because of her, while we had a rather lovely evening together. A dinner date, if you will.’ It was a little something to test the waters, while a lovely attendant slipped her foot out of the water and began a rather relaxing massage, which Lillith sighed into, leaning her head back. ’She didn’t tell me how your day together went, though. How did you two spend your reunion, if I may ask?’

[NOELLE LISETTE GRAY]

Not many understood Noelle's relationship with Katherine, hell Noelle didn't truly understand it. To Noelle it was a debt that needed to be repaid and Noelle signed her life away for it in blood. Her sister was healed and Noelle belonged to Katherine, now why she didn't fight it after her sister passed away. Well the power and darkness was just to good to pass up. Seduction , power all of those Katherine offered Noelle and she wanted nothing more then to feel strong and powerful. To her it wasn't anyone business on if she chose to stay with Katherine. Katherine gave her power and her own place to run what more could anyone want. Yes the darkness in Noelle was growing ever stronger , humans were blood bags and shifters were gold for working girls. In the end it all worked out so that was all that mattered. Hearing Lillith though a frown passed her face then followed by a quick look of annoyance. " You know better then anyone that is it more complicated then what can be seen Lillith" Her accent heavy with her accent as she was getting angry. " Reminy doesn't even understand of what she speaks of when she talked about it. Katherine and me have a interesting bond she is not as kind as I am to Reminy. She also understands me in a way that neither of you do as well. " Maybe one day she would see that Katherine wasn't good for her , but at the moment all Noelle could see was no way out and if she tired pain and true hurt was all that followed. " And my ma chère I just don't see a way out."

It was hard when the person who made you was darker then even yourself could see , it was why she was so happy to see her child again and safe. Not that Noelle was looking for her , but it was good to see that she was safe. Their night of hot passion was something Noelle often thought of as well and it made her happy to know there was still a spark there. Feeling her skin being massaged a sigh escaped her lips , now was not the time to think about those things. Lillith her friend was spending time with her and that was what taking precedence over everything else. Idly listening her eyes would give her friend a calculating glance. A dinner date when did feelings of those two start to grow or was she reading to much into it. Normally Noelle would have been able to read such things but it seemed like it was failing this time. " Oh I see and did you two have fun , I am surprised I was even brought up in conversation. Since I am sure you both had better things you would have liked to discuss." Questions needed to be answered so Noelle would need to track down her childe again and have a conversation with her about recent events. Her tone in talkig tense slightly to those familiar with how she spoke, not having a claim over Reminy she couldn't detest too much but that didn't mean she liked being out of the loop.

A soft serene smile gracing Noelle's features as the night of their own reunion passed though her mind. Passion , lust desire anger all of those emotions were played into that night and Noelle couldn't have been happier for it. " It was like old times ma chère seeing her again was break taking." Noelle knew that Lillith would know what she meant by old times. Being such old friend the fact that they were lovers was a hidden secret from her. " Now where we go after that night is in question , but it seems like you both are already in the works of something or am I mistaken?" Her words curious about that , while she wanted a relationship with Reminy again to be with the woman she loved , she wasn't like Katherine in the way of forcing it on someone she truly cared for. While she didn't care for most feelings for other people , Reminy and Lillith feelings meant a great deal. Sighing softly a hand would rub her forehead. " Katherine wants to come here to see how I am doing .." Help was something Noelle never asked for , but that
what she said was the closet she would ever be.

[LILLITH AGROTERA POWELL]

Noelle was not a weak person, and her situation was not so very complicated. A woman whom she thought she had a debt to was continuing to hold her under her thumb. And use the beautiful Frenchwoman for her own means and purposes and wicked intentions. For Noelle to insinuate that something, anything was beyond Lillith’s grasp of understanding made her want to slap the lovely brunette and show her just who she was talking to. Who she was dealing with, once more. Just because something was more complicated than it appeared did not mean that the hybrid had anything less than perfect understanding of it. Really, it was only Noelle’s last comment that stopped the older woman from backhanding her. That, and the control she wore like a mantle of power. Though, truth be told, nobody would have stopped her, or even said a word if she had followed through with the mild show of discipline. True, the little vampire did not belong to her, but as her elder, Lillith knew she had every right to properly educate the younger businesswoman. Instead, she calmly raised an eyebrow, clearly indicating that she did not care for Noelle’s tone, at all, and she had best remember her audience. Something in the younger vampire settled a bit then, and the lawyer proceeded, speaking to Noelle’s ‘predicament.’

’Darling. While things may be more complicated than they appear, there is always an appropriate blade to cut through the knot. If you wish to not be bound to her anymore, don’t be. It is very simple. If it is just the money and power you crave, you are perfectly intelligent and driven enough to gain your own. I do believe you have some already, if you would but tap it.’ The hybrid nodded gently, and tapped her lip as though she were thinking, despite knowing what she was already going to say. ’And if you think she is so much more powerful and will harm you for it, there are ways around that.’ It was not an offer of assistance, exactly, but it would get the younger woman thinking about things, with any luck. Lillith did not usually offer aid, but if somebody she actually cared for needed it, and asked, the hybrid would make efforts to give it. She did actually care about and like Noelle, so if the smaller woman was ever in need of some support, the hybrid would give it. Like today, they both needed a break, and the lawyer had things to discuss with her anyways. Like Reminy.

’Of course you came up, sweet. You are our only common link. Well, were. Now, we have other things. Like a common interest.’ The hybrid did not mention that the interest was each other. That would come later. And Noelle’s tone spoke of curiosity, and mild possession. Mm, Lillith could understand that, a bit. But Reminy did not technically belong to the French beauty, despite their shared night of passion. At least, sex was the impression Lillith gained from Noelle’s words. One didn’t have to be psychic to puzzle that out. Interesting, how the young southern vampire had neglected to mention that she had slept with Noelle before bumping into Lillith. She would have to inquire about that next time. And there would be a next time, she was certain of it. That would be a while from now, though. Now, she was relaxing in her friend’s company, listening to her speak about ‘in the works.’ The hybrid grinned, amused. Well, yes, they were. Not as though the hybrid had been completely subtle about it. ’As a matter of fact, yes, we are. I am interested in pursuing Reminy, and will do so. But I thought it only polite to speak to you before I went ahead with it. Our friendship is important to me. I care about you.’ And that was part of the reason she asked about Katherine. The woman was nothing but trouble for Noelle. Especially if she wanted to visit and check up on the young Frenchwoman. ’And how are you planning to handle that, darling?’

[NOELLE LISETTE GRAY]

After her words Noelle glanced to her dear friend, watching her expression filter across her face Noelle knew she misspoke. Lillith was a very powerful and dominate woman , so showing her anything less then respect was something that she didn't take a shine to you like at all for that matter. So Noelle would look down for a moment in a symbol of an apology. Noelle knew that her temper was short when Katherine was brought up , but that didn't mean she was allowed to treat other people who she respected even more so then her sire to get any less respect. Why was that allowed to rub her skin so wrong when did Noelle become somewhat spineless with Katherine , that wasn't the woman she wasn't around her. No she was force to recon with if someone crossed her , so then why could the single comment about her just send her into a short rage. Those were things that she would need to look into later. When she was not around her dear friend or getting massage that was very much needed. Her eyes would rise to Lillith again and offer a small smile and the words mouthed “ im sorry “ to her. Really Noelle was lucky that Lillith didn't act on the response she wanted for respect , it would be within in her right.

While they were both older Lillith was still far older then Noelle , and Noelle was still young where she still had some things to learn. Even she slipped sometimes in showing respect and allowing her anger to get the better of her. This was one of those times and later Noelle would look back on this and hate herself for such hot headedness. Things seemed to be fine now though , so she would be thankful about that and continue on their conversation. What was spoken to her was nothing that she hadn't thought of before but going though with it. Actually admitting that she wanted out of her sire's control it wasn't really common with sire's and their childe's but times have changed and Katherine wasn't her sire anymore more like her boss who craved everything from Noelle giving her nothing in return but discipline and anger. I know Lillith but going though with those things , that means once I start I can not look back. While she is from the darkest pits of hell sometimes , she is still my sire and made me the woman who I am today. Brought me into this life , it is hard to actually picture her not in my life. Also she is more powerful then myself her age is far beyond mine and no I wouldn't put it past her hurting myself or Reminy to get to me.” That would be as close as she could ask for help from Lillith that she could get. While Noelle wouldn't care what happened to her if anything happened to Reminy , nothing would stop her from ripping out Katherine's throat and drinking down her blood and being joyous while doing so.

Her thoughts would then pauses as Lillith's confession of her pursuing Remy came up , or more so that Noelle wasn't given a chance to object this if she wanted to. A stab of pain ran though her heart for a moment , while they both shared a night of passion. Noelle couldn't stop the slight thoughts of them being back to what they were , but that was a pipe dream. Remy was light and Noelle would always be darkness and she was okay with that. It still stung slightly for the moment and it would be a bitter pill to swallow. The look of displeasure on her face wouldn't be able to hidden from Lillith , while she was happy for them both. A slight pang of rejection and pain couldn't be not felt from the young french woman.

Her eyes would take in the woman beside her , she truly wanted Remy to be happy and if Lillith brought that for her. “ You always have known Reminy has held a special place in my heart , I have never hidden that from you. Just as you are aware of what we probably did upon my arrival to this city. So hearing that you are now going to pursue her , eventually take her as a lover I am assuming. I will just take with with grace and ease knowing that she will be safe and cared for. But you know if you hurt her , age or nothing my friend nothing will stop from coming after you. “ She was pained from this revelation that now she childe had truly moved on , but that was life and Noelle would just continue on knowing that two people she cared for will be happy together.

[LILLITH AGROTERA POWELL]

Noelle was repentant after her misstep. It was a good thing too, as Lillith had an infinite amount of patience, but a small amount of tolerance for certain things. Disrespect was one of them, especially when the deliverer of the lack was someone who clearly knew better. Noelle had been taught better than that, and not just by the hybrid. Young vampires were educated early to be respectful of their elders, because they could kill them as soon as blink. Perhaps it was the fact that Noelle knew the lawyer cared about her that allowed her mouth to run away with her. She gave herself the outlet for her anger with Katherine in the form of getting uppity with Lillith. Not a wise decision, by any means, which she clearly understood after she made the mistake of opening her mouth in a negative fashion after the hybrid expressed a distaste for the way the smaller brunette carried herself with her creator. So the apology the vampire delivered was a necessary thing, and the priestess nodded her understanding. She would forgive the transgression, especially because Noelle appeared genuinely sorry for her words. And actually seemed to understand them, to consider them, after she ceased being needlessly offended.

Lillith knew that Noelle would not necessarily ask for help until she reached a place where she felt she needed it. At the moment, she hadn’t reached that point. She knew she was not in a good way, not in a good spot. She knew that she needed out of it, but she had not yet reached such a low location that she would deign to ask for assistance out of her current situation. But, as Lillith had mentioned previously, she had a low tolerance for certain things. And the repression of a strong woman such as Noelle was not something the hybrid looked upon kindly. It just so happened that Katherine was younger than her… much younger, truth be told. If the hybrid had any indication that she would not upset the young Frenchwoman she considered a friend, she would have eliminated that problem long ago. But she did not know what Noelle’s reaction would be, and she felt that the young brunette needed to be a participant in the grasping of her own freedom. So, were the Frenchwoman to ask for it, Lillith would happily help her deal with the problem, but she would not do it unbidden. She would not, until the vampire actually asked for it directly. Her roundabout way of expressing that she was weaker that her sire just wasn’t going to cut it. Of course she was weaker than her sire. Such was the nature of being a vampire. They were all weaker than their makers. That was- she was convinced- originally designed for protection, the older taking care of the things they made.

’Katherine is bound to be stronger than you, Noelle. She created you. Just as you are stronger than your progeny. But you are not a slave. You are not bound, and you know how to get out of your predicament. You must just find the words and will to do so.’ The hybrid gave an elegant and pointed shrug, the energy passing through her body with a practiced motion. Perhaps it was the mention of Noelle’s progeny that segued them into their discussion of Reminy, Lillith’s impromptu date with her, and her intention to pursue the woman. Initially, the hybrid had had no interest in Reminy as anything more than a platonic friendship or acquaintance. The woman was much too light, too sweet. But after some interaction, during which it had become obvious the petite blue-eyed woman had an interest in playing with fire, the hybrid’s interest had been piqued in turn. But, out of courtesy, the lawyer informed her friend of the impending interaction. And her friend had the audacity to claim she was taking it with grace, and threaten Lillith. Part of her was glad the woman cared for Reminy. Most of her was angered that Noelle had dared, once more, to disrespect her elder. The growl that rolled up out of Lillith’s chest earned her some petrified looks and a pause in the attentions of the attendants, and her voice lowered to a dangerous tone. ’Noelle, sweetling, I understand protecting one you care about. But I would advise you, in this moment, to never again threaten me. ‘Coming after me,’ as you so eloquently put it, would result in one less beautiful vampire populating the world. What I do is my business, is that clear?’ The hybrid would not tolerate such insolence, not even from somebody whose company she enjoyed. Another breath passed through her slowly as she looked at Noelle, before she nodded at her attendant, encouraging her to resume her work.

[NOELLE LISETTE GRAY]

What was suppose to be a pleasant spa trip for Noelle was seeming to become more emotion filled then she ever wanted to deal with. This was not how she wanted this day to go at all, why couldn't sleeping dogs just lie. That would have been perfect for a time like this but no old wounds needed to be open and other things needed to be poked and prodded at. While Noelle usually was able to take things in stride sometimes after awhile everything piling on top of one another was getting to be a little much. Maybe if it was just Katherine or the thought of never having a chance to be with Reminy anymore. If they were spaced out she probably would have taken it better , in fact she knew she would have. Yet all of it thrown out at her at once just seemed to making the younger vampire a little more tense then she was normally. Lillith was her dear friend , but sometimes this was just getting to be too much. Questions upon question about what she was going to do about and with Katherine , being told she is stronger without the woman who made her what she was. The possible thoughts of her just standing up to her and possible ending her life in just a blink if she truly asked for it.

How was one exactly suppose to take all that information, everything was just coming so fast and it made the usual prepared Noelle, on edge and unprepared something she never liked being. Then accepting the fact that her possible future with Remy was already gone before she even got to offer the idea to Remy. That didn't really sit well with her either. Oh well it had to get better eventually right , she couldn't just keep getting things thrown at her over and over again before getting trampled right. Rubbing her head as Katherine was spoke of again a sigh escaped her lips as she waved off the woman for a few moments. Talks of Katherine needed to stop or Noelle wasn't sure how much longer she would just be able to sit there. Katherine and her were complicated and ugly. While Lillith understood most of it , she would never understand the bond that relationship or the fear Noelle had of that woman or the power she had over her when she first met and still now. It was hard to explain and expect but it would eventually need to end Noelle know that, it was just a matter of actually knowing that it would be over.

I know Lillith and eventually that will happen , She is already breathing down my neck and putting me enough on edge, when she comes down to see me I know my decision will be need to be made by then. But can you understand my fear of what would come if I end her, what they would mean for me or possibly the outcome of that. I just I don't like speaking of her which is why when we ever are together I never bring her up. " Noelle hoped her friend understood that she wanted the Katherine topic to be dropped , she just wanted to enjoy her spa day and not have to thing about the the things that could ruin the rest of her day or the enjoyment she was having with a friend.

The most that threat left her lips Noelle just kicked herself mentally , she screwed up twice in one day with a woman who would never allow it a third time. Maybe she really was more wound up then she wanted to believe did Katherine and thoughts of not having Reminy put her on edge that badly. Maybe a trip away from everything would help , going back to France and just seeing her roots once more. She would need to see if work would allow it but she was able to go she might just do that just so she could gather herself and her own thoughts. Hearing those words spoken from her friend she nodded her head. Feeling the woman going back to work she closed her eyes and pondered her words a few moments then spoke them, her words soft with a slight hint of pain in them. A feeling of loss she hadn't really thought that would hurt her as much as it did. " Yes I am sorry Lillith for the second time I have misspoke to you, it was out of line. It just truly caught me off guard. I had hoped that Reminy and I could be what we once were after we had are night together , I was going to purpose the idea to her in the next few days. It seems like a good thing I didn't though. I know you both will be happy together I am truly sorry again. " Not being able to sit she rose and just walked away for a few moments while she normally could be a strong woman. Everything was piling up on her at the same time and it was becoming too much so fast. She couldn't even look at the friend she disrespected twice in a single sitting this was not like her and she was hating herself for it.

[LILLITH AGROTERA POWELL]

Lillith was not one for quiet acceptance. When something bothered her, she changed it. Or caused it to be changed. And Katherine having this obscure grip on her friend bothered her. But, as it didn’t directly affect her, and Noelle was not hers to tamper with, so to speak, she would not help the woman if she wouldn’t ask for it. If Noelle did not see her circumstance as problematic, Lillith would not be the one to remedy the situation. The younger vampire was the type that needed to see these things for herself, or else she would not be grateful, and she wouldn’t appreciate it. Nothing clicked for the Frenchwoman if it didn’t come from herself. So, at Noelle’s behest, though not completely blatant, Lillith let the subject lie.

’I will believe you want freedom when you pursue it, Noelle, and not a moment sooner. Until then, I will simply assume you enjoy your position under her thumb. And I never took you for a submissive.’ Perhaps it seemed rude, or even cruel, to say such a thing to one she cared about, but occasionally, stubborn, hardheaded individuals needed a wake up call. But that was no longer her decision, hm? Best to let the cucumbers and emery boards do their jobs, respectively, soothing the hard-working women. Right. They might as well have been cage-fighters. If they didn’t want to be soothed, they wouldn’t be. Like sharks. Lillith’s hand gently stroked the palm of the woman doing her manicure, mildly dangerous and flirtatious. She might be hungry after all this, who knew? And the little worker was a lovely shade of appetizer. The small woman couldn’t decide whether to be flattered or frightened, and the hybrid rather liked that, but would leave off the torment until later. Her gentle fingers retreated from the little blonde, and resumed their resting position on the table waiting for her to finish the manicure as she and Noelle talked of other, less pleasant things.

The petite vampire had the audacity to threaten her elder. An unwise choice. And she clearly knew it the moment it left those pretty lips. She apologized, trying to explain why she had been so very rude, and the hybrid let it go. She had dealt Noelle several blows that day, and was finding herself feeling generous to her fellow sanguinarian. A fun little term, that. Made Lillith snicker internally, occasionally. But it meant ‘real vampire or blood-drinker,’ and she and Noelle certainly qualified. Reminy qualified as well, the subject of the Frenchwoman’s small outburst. ’Yes, it was. And you know that surprise is no good reason for bad manners. But I understand. There is a reason such a quality is appreciated on a battlefield.’ Her chair was reclined, and a light vibration began in her lower back as a heat began pulsing through the seat. How pleasant technology could be. ’Should Reminy have an interest in your pursuit rather than mine, she is welcome to make that selection. However, given that your evening together occurred before ours, I have no reason to suspect that will be the case. Now, when she belongs to me, rather than you, you know full well what that means, and you will respect it.’ There was no room for argument with the words. Noelle knew her, understood her preferences, and if the vampire’s progeny was to enter into such an arena with Lillith, that would be none of Noelle’s business. Another blow, perhaps, but necessary. There were boundaries with them, despite the fact that they were friends. And for Lillith to comfortably have her interest in Reminy, she was establishing that early on. Perhaps the harsh-ish words were in contrast with the soft, comfortable atmosphere around them, but perhaps that made it a better locale to deliver them in.