A Night of... [social]

[Aura Kyuketsuki]

<sub>Sort of an odd night to say the least. Something that Aura doesn't have much experience with considering night has always been an element she thrives in, and without worry or concern. On ocassion there may be a dilemma that would require her to use force or something along the lines to help smooth a situation over. Some ruckus over a dealing, a unhappy customer, a project that needs to be pushed along. Those kinds of situations. But rarely have there been situations where she would be out of her element, especially when it comes to the night life. And such a situation happens to be one like this. Being someone who has intimate knowledge over these sorts of subjects and atmospheres should be much easier to deal with. Aura knows the ins and outs, and how people should be when engaged in the atmosphere. But, having to be the one to engage in activities like them is something that she embarrassingly has no expereince whatsoever.

Dazzling herself in a manner to reflect the situation wasn't new to her. Small hints of blush and light mascara marked the ridges of her eyes, further emphasizing the crimson red of her irises. Framed with large bangs of hair at the sides of her face helped to keep herself orderly, and neatly, pulling back much of her hair behind the pointed tips of her ears. What Nadia had come to bring to Auras attention being not to be "formal" and instead to put on the appeal of not business, but pleasure. For that reason the Bount wasn't dressed heavily with ornaments to match to her station. A little lighter than the norm, being with simple earrings and a thin golden designer necklace that hung loosely beneath her collar.

Whats more was that wasn't the entire change that Aura had to make for this evening. What came next was the dress. This was something that Aura couldn't really get over as it was less than what she was familiar with. Spaghetti strapped around her neck with no sleeves or her usual heavy coat to conceal it. Her chest nearly laid bare with the corset styled, splitted veil of the bottom was what made up her evening attire this night. The chill of her back could be felt when the draft of air came to rub against her backless violet dress, being the raven colored hair to be the only thing to cover it up. The split went up to her right hip, exposing much of her leg while the other was vaguely covered down just below the knee. It was utterly embarrassing that the Bount couldn't keep up her composure.

Of course, Nadia wasn't done assaulting her body with what she had on already. What came to be the finishing touches were the shoes. Lighter in color, the thin strapped high heels were more suited for an outing rather than formal ocassions. Not too high off the ground to be comfortable walking around in, which Aura didn't mind. What Aura did mind was the sight of seeing her own bare feet through them. The display of skin like this was like she was readying herself to be engaging in nightly duties. Consummation in other words. This entire getup was what her Attendant believed to be more suitable for a battle that Aura was about to participate in. Even in the limosuine the Bount couldn't get over her attire, believing it to be too flashy and down right daring for what was in store for the two. However, looking back at those that attend her Club, many of the Human women usually wore something similar to this, or in lesser clingy outfits. What was thinking about?

Still, what was happening this night was something that Nadia believed would be the best course of action, considering who she was dealing with. A blonde haired woman who social status was on par with that of Uzaki Enterprise's Kazura Uzaki. The head of large organization whose story remained a mystery just as much as hers; Shizuka. The happen stance of their first meeting was planned, thought out to engage the woman when she went for an outing. It was a constant of firsts and confusion that Aura didn't know how to deal with. Picking out clothes. Talking about things that women would often complain about. The social norms of what Humans often went on about for day to day life. It was very Human. "Very Human indeed." Leon mentioned that it would be best to form a bond with the Fullbringer, learning more about her rather than being told would be an interesting lesson for Aura.

She wondered what could learn from doing so.

This was Auras reason for planning such an evening with the Fullbringer, coming up with a means to have her learn more about Aura, and about her too. The man was reluctant to explain as to why Aura would be interested in the Human aside from being a potential rival in the Underworld. But, doing so would help to open the Bount's eyes as to how things could benefit both of them. So, rather than treating this evening as a business venture what was going to happen was to be a night of simple pleasure. Aura was to engage in the Humans nightly festivities. This was something that Aura wouldn't consider, being someone of her position, and from where she came from. The girl who would have loved these situations was long gone. All that was left was what she was forced to become. The fragments of that night, of those days are what made the woman that she saw in the reflection of her window. Even so, despite all of it, why did Aura feel as though she wanted this too?

Days after their initial meeting Aura took the initiative to contact Shizuka, planning a night for them to flourish and rid themselves of daily life. For the evening Aura wouldn't be the Mistress of the Covenant, the Bount Leader, and just become an ordinary woman taking a friend out. "She would have loved this." Aura muttered to herself, seeing the vehicle slowing to a stop. "My Lady, we have arrived." Aura nodded, glancing towards the opposite side of the vehicle to stare up at the towering building that stood just beyond the curb beside them. Aura came to the city of Karakura to retrieve Shizuka, arranging for a time when she was ready to leave, and to take her back to the club to enjoy themselves. Thus, there was only a reason to wait for the woman to come down as Aura would serve as her host beside the Limosuine door.</sub>

SPOILER: Click to show

{Dress Reference}

[Shizuka Sanamizu ✮]

There was some sort of excitement that radiated throughout Shizuka as she readied herself for her date. Though she understood very well that this wasn't a typical date between romantic partners, she felt the adrenaline build up from within as she carefully and thoughtfully curled each small bunch of hair, making it wavy as it cascaded down her back like a golden waterfall. It had grown quite long now, reaching just above her hip bones even when styled. In the shower when it was at its straightest and heaviest, she'd feel the strands brush against her thighs fairly frequently, making her worry that there was a bug in there crawling on her. The relief she felt when she realized it was just her hair was unrivaled.

Tonight was different, though. She was meeting with Aura who had kindly invited her out again after their first encounter. This was something Shizuka had been anticipating for a few days now, hoping and praying that Aura would want them to meet again. She didn't have many girl friends, or, at least, not close ones. She knew plenty of women, somehow. Who she surrounded herself with, unfortunately, tended to be related to her work and most of them were employed by her. That made relationships difficult to grow seeing as she was their boss, and some sense of intimidation was naturally present at all times regardless of how friendly the Fullbringer tried to be. In truth, she was a bit lonely that way.

After expertly applying a smokey eyeshadow look, lining the edges of her lids, and applying some false eyelashes to make herself a bit more glamorous, Shizuka went through the finishing touches of her makeup and smiled at herself in the mirror as she did so. It wasn't uncommon for her to get dressed up, and she wore a face every day, but there were different types of makeup you could do depending on the event. This one, in particular, was a bit fancier than just going to work or going out on the town. In fact, despite being invited to a club, Shizuka understood entirely too well what the type of attire would be. It made her happy.

Once she was finished up in front of the mirror, Shizuka grabbed her signature golden heels and a lovely black dress that was covered in sparkles just threatening the starry night sky with their own form of brilliance. The gown was somewhat of a halter-type and strapped around her neck as her back remained completely open. Being floor length, that made her heels quite necessary in order to walk comfortably, but the design of the dress helped with that, as well. The skirt portion was actually rather loose and flowed effortlessly in the breeze as she walked, and the slit cut through some sheer fabric that actually covered a pair of attached silk shorts. This gown was more like a fancy romper, and her right leg was almost entirely on display every time she took a step.

With a few golden accessories in the form of bracelets and jeweled earrings, she was ready. One last turn in front of the massive mirror in her closet made her confident in her choice, and her phone buzzed with a message from her receptionist on the first floor of the penthouse. After grabbing a small golden clutch that carried only basic necessities like a couple of cards, room for her phone, and some chapstick, she rushed herself as gracefully as she could into the elevator and down to the main entrance. Heterochromatic eyes scanned the doorway for only a short time before settling on a limousine that was parked outside. A very beautiful dark-brunette-haired woman was standing by.

"I hope I didn't leave you waiting long, Aura," Shizuka said as she stepped down the few stairs that existed before the sidewalk. "But you look absolutely stunning. I wanted to make sure I matched your aesthetic!"

The first time they had met, Aura was able to intimidate Shizuka by solely existing. It wasn't the kind of intimidation you felt when faced up against someone stronger, or perhaps when dealing with a new situation that could be scary. This was a feeling of adrenaline that ignited her fight or flight response like mad. Aura had something about her, be it her crimson eyes or devastatingly tempting figure, that made her both incredibly exciting and equally nerve-wracking. Even now, the dress she wore hugged her frame perfectly and accentuated her body to perfection. This was precisely why Shizuka took so much care in her own appearance for the night, as well. She wanted to complement the woman.

A light smile and kind eyes matched that of Aura's gaze, refusing to break contact in case Aura somehow managed to disappear in the millisecond it took for Shizuka to blink. "Shall we?"

SPOILER: Click to show

{Dress Reference}

[Aura Kyuketsuki]

"Exquisite." Aura murmurred.

This was the only word that could summarize to what Aura saw descending the stairs before her eyes. The Bount was often taken to review the operations of the Syndicate. Time of looking over merchandise that was to be sold in markets across the see, or even at their own store fronts. Sparkles of small diamonds and even crafted chains that were to be used for jewelry were a constant in the eyes of the Bount, examining them for any signs of unremarkability. And although Aura was no appraiser, what drew the woman's eyes were what was decided to be a passing mark, or a failure. They did draw Aura's eyes to their shine, but not compared to what Aura saw. Shizuka had an ethereal aura about when her silhouette immediately was cut out from the light behind her. The Bount exhaled gleefully at the sight.

"You do not have to match, Ms. Sanamizu, as we are not in any rush. We have the night. But, thank you." Aura chuckled, greedily soaking in the sight as the shine of the woman contrasted the darker aura that the Bount carried. Both in similarity, and yet contrasting. Of Sun and Moon. Of light and darkness. Both had their appeal, and when joined...

"We shall." Aura responded, nearly clinging to the woman with mere centimeters away. Never to touch, as both Moon and Sun didn't with constant rotation around one another, so did Aura remain close to the Fullbringer. The door was opened, unveiling the crimson tailored interior. The deep red that was lined with black Italian gold polish. Golden trimmings lined the individual segments of the arm supports, keeping the crimson of the chairs and flooring softly vibrant to the eyes. Soon, the pair will be on their way finding comfort with their enclosed environment with nothing more than the tunes playing over the radio.

Shadows came into the through the tinted windows, with striking red peering from the opposite side of the Fullbringer. The Bount maintaining constant watch over the woman with nothing more than a small smile across her face. Passing lights dulled the red hue of her eyes as the interior flicked every few minutes with the transitioning from both light and dark. "I do hope that I did not take you away from anything of importance, Ms. Sanamizu. Like that of a business meeting, or with attending to someone. A friend or lover perhaps? If you so desired we could invite them." the Bount chuckled.

A pair of glasses were set to the side on the small service counter at the Bounts right side, separating her seat with that of another at the opposite end of herself. Two glasses occupied the two red linen coasters, tipping a bronze bottle of Gin. A small dab, tilted into that of Aura's glass, listening to Shizuka speak intently. Her hand gesturing to a helping of the empty glass to the Fullbringer, finding herself chuckling at the occasion overall as to seeing herself mingling in what Nadia claimed to be "Girl's Night Out."

"I apologize. I do not wish to mix business with pleasure, although there are times that the line between them can blend so easily. Especially when we are still familiarizing with each other. It would be rude of me as a host to do so." Aura offered a drink to the woman. "Yet, to be frank, this is perhaps my second time in actually doing such a thing like this. So it is a new experience for me. So, I would like some advice on matters like this. For example, what usually occurs on nights like this aside from visiting a party?"

SPOILER: Click to show

{ Background Music}

SPOILER: Click to show

{ Limousine Interior}

[Shizuka Sanamizu ✮]

Should Shizuka ever describe Aura as anything, the only word that came to mind was 'elegant.' The way she spoke, the mannerisms she had, her speech patterns, all of them exuded elegance more than than Shizuka could ever keep up with. She was amazing, and the Fullbringer was honored to have been invited out. It'd been such a long time since she had any type of time with another woman like this, and with Aura's beauty, Shizuka almost wished she could romance the woman. She wouldn't, and she'd never intentionally dare do anything to make Aura feel uncomfortable, but it was so tremendously hard not to stare.

The limousine was stunning inside, reminding her of some exclusive club in and of itself. It was amazing, actually. Such special interiors existed in cars like this these days, and this was the second time that Shizuka was able to experience such a thing. She'd grown accustomed to it in just those two exposures, feeling excitement grow from within when she explored the inside. The leather fabric was comfortable to sit on and soft to the touch. The entire interior smelled like it, too. The lights inside complemented the rest of the decor beautifully, giving Shizuka the feeling that she was being chauffeured to an extremely expensive restaurant.

Upon hearing Aura's apology, Shizuka shook her head. "Not at all! Actually, I was really excited when I heard from you. I don't always get a chance to be around girl fr-" The blonde paused before finishing the word. "-other women. Work keeps me busy, you know?"

Shizuka's eyes casually glanced around and took note of Aura's gestures, realizing there were alcohol options. With a flick of her hands, Shizuka used Soul Command to open the cabinets and realized there was both vodka and cranberry juice. That was her drink of choice whenever she wanted to loosen up quickly, but she was careful not to make the same mistake she'd made last time. Though she was perfectly capable of controlling herself physically, she worried about what she might say in front of Aura to potentially be harshly criticized. She was very much a free spirit, after all. She didn't normally care what people thought of her, unless those people looked like they had more grace than Shizuka could ever hope to have.

"It's my understanding," she started, using her abilities to mix the alcohol with juice in a shortened glass. "That we actually can do anything we want. When I was younger, we'd stay up late, watch movies, and talk about boys. I'm not quite that young anymore... but I can't say I'd be opposed to that." With a smile, she finished her drink preparation and willed the glass to her own hand. After taking a light sip, Shizuka smiled, thankful that it tasted just fine. "In our case, I think it would be fitting to attend an upscale club where we can sit and chat and enjoy ourselves. Are you hungry? There's a restaurant maybe fifteen minutes away that specializes in American-style steak."

And was also very expensive, but Shizuka would be happy to pay for it since it was her suggestion. The club was also close by, and Aura would feel perfectly comfortable there. It was always full of young, wealthy humans. Shizuka never saw any other races go inside the club, but there was always an interesting variety of people, regardless. Ultimately, she was impartial. Just the time out was appreciated, and it made her excited to have such a friend. Well, if she could call Aura that. They didn't know each other well enough, and Shizuka would be lying through her teeth if she said she wasn't nervous. Aura was stunning. The Fullbringer was having a hard time with it.

[Aura Kyuketsuki]

<sub>The ride into the city was smooth to say the least. The slight tremors of the road didn't have an effect to what occurred within the limousines interior. Bottles sat upright without the slightest sound of their collection tapping each other. With the eyes merely watching the Fullbringer do as she pleased with the same smile that the Bount had earlier. It was rare to have someone other than a Bount around Aura. Shizuka was perhaps the first among her kind to truly be this close to the Bount without security, or attendents to assist with the interactions, or deliberations. Without the need to act as the Mistress of the Covenant, or that of the Syndicate, Aura could act as an ordinary woman alongside Shizuka. So, Aura snickered at the thought of how amusing it all was.

"It must be a burden at times. To be held as a constant in a high position. A burden and yet fulfilling at the same time." Aura responded back, mixing the similar flavors that the Fullbringer stirred up. Adding a touch more of the cranberry, Aura helped herself to mellow the situation as Shizuka did in advance. "So, I would understand how you feel Ms. Sanamizu. All the more reason that you can remove the mask of the business woman, and be as you are." a low chuckle escaped the Bount, teasing with the brief touch of her lip against the glass' rim. There was a halt in the Fullbringers speech. Just as Aura couldn't easily escape her sense of responsibility of being the Head of two Organizations, there was perhaps a similiarity in the Fullbringer too. A tense sense of pride, responsibility, or perhaps something more.

Aura listened as she partook of her mixture. The sweet and bitter taste of cranberry coating her palette tickled her senses as Shizuka spoke. Her lips motioned, speaking of the time and experience that Aura never knew of. What freedoms and liberties that Shizuka had were what Aura once dreamt of having. To share in those experiences with other girls, let alone anyone really, donned on the Bount as she took another sip. Images, painting were brushed across Aura's mental canvass with the brightest of colors, venturing out in the sun shopping and visiting local thrills. From the shining sun to that of the dim evening lighting to wandering to go eat at fast foods, or just simply staying up late with only a lamp on while gossiping in their beds. As Shizuka spoke Aura could draw each image coming to life right beside the woman, seeing them all go on as she spoke about them.

"Nonsense, Ms. Sanamizu. You are very young and full of life. Do not spend these times, or any at all wondering about such things. As far as I can see that there is so much that you have yet to experience. Take hold of it when you can. But yes, let us do all of it." Aura sipped again. "From the boys, movies, stay up late. Although, I can not imagine us doing so without something to eat as you say. I can imagine you must also be famished from leaving work. We must partake before we dance and talk the night away." The lights of the outside world only peeked, flashed as they passed by the rolling vehicle to stir the red within. "Please do inform our dinner of its address." the Bount suggested as she took to her feet, standing the small cabin area. Only with Shizuka's words did the vehicle move toward their new destination, prompting Aura to take action herself with what would come next.

Yes. Something that Aura wanted to do to remove the barriers of being Heads of their groups. A gesture of removing the norm of their social barriers, and straight to enjoying themselves. Instinctual drive. Something that will start their bonding as before the night will come to an end, the two will be nearly unseparable. With each flash of light that came peeked through the tinted windows did Aura's silhouette flashed closer. Another helping of the mixture came to be twiddled in the Bounts finger, as another flash came through to find Aura sitting directly over the Fullbringer.

Strands of deep brown shadowed the woman's face and figure, highlighting the solid silhouette further with the Bount's red eyes locked onto the Fullbringer, smiling. "Ms. Sanamizu." Aura whispered. "Shizuka." Aura repeated with her face drawning closer to Shizuka's face. "Who says that we can not enjoy ourselves a little before our arrival.". Her glass was lifted to take a small helping of the Cranberry liquor, inching closer to the Blonde's delicate, soft lips as she kept her hands planted on the head support to the sides of her head.</sub>

[Shizuka Sanamizu ✮]

Per Aura's suggestion, Shizuka smiled and inched her way closer to the drive for just a moment, speaking through the open window before pressing a button to close it. Though it was likely that Aura trusted this driver, Shizuka didn't, so there was no way she was going to let this guy listen in on their conversation. After inching back to where she'd been sitting, the Fullbringer thought for a moment about what they could talk about next since Aura seemed so intent on turning this into a true girls' night. That was exciting! How long had it been since Shizuka could do this with a girl friend? Months, maybe? Years? She didn't even remember.

Before she had any chance to say much, Shizuka watched as Aura's figure seemed to dance along with the light that flashed inside of the car. She'd stood, which didn't catch the blonde's attention before, but now it was clear that she was closing the distance between the two of them. Bright red eyes matched heterochromatic ones. Aura dampened her lips with the drink she'd mixed minutes before. Shizuka placed her own glass within a cup holder that sat within the ledge just behind the back of the limousine's benched seat. Realizing quickly that she was a victim to Aura's charm, she sat back and forced her gaze to remain locked with the Bount's.

Shizuka was not a shy girl.

Anyone else may have shied away from something like this, though whether Aura knew it or not, Shizuka was definitely one to be way more confident of her charisma than most. This closeness, the physical gesture Aura made to have the two of them be slightly more intimate, lit a fire within Shizuka much more quickly than she realized. The Fullbringer was no stranger to situations like these, and even if Aura didn't expect it, there was something about this precarious position that made Shizuka want to test something out. Taking Aura's glass within her own hand, it was moved very carefully to a different cup holder within the Bount's reach.

"You don't want to spill anything after you went through the trouble of getting this limo for us," Shizuka whispered, smirking at Aura.

She knew the possible outcome. Maybe this was all some kind of test and she'd get rejected. That much was fine if it came down to it, though she'd be lying if she said she'd be completely okay with that. Aura's name wasn't much more than a soft sound against a breeze on a cold night during winter. She wasn't spoken of frequently. She worked from the shadows, so Shizuka never knew anything about her. They'd only recently become acquainted. So it was very possible that this was all a mistake, but then it'll be a mistake Shizuka makes of her own free will. Lifting her right hand to Aura's chin, she pulled the woman's face closer to her own and allowed their lips to touch.

The kiss wasn't particularly long, nor was it invasive in any way, but Shizuka was officially at this woman's mercy. Her lips were too soft. She tasted of fruit mixed with something forbidden. For only that moment, Shizuka had to use all of her willpower to stop herself from touching Aura further. Whether what she did would be appreciated or not wouldn't be up to her. Removing her fingers from the Bount's chin, Shizuka sat back in her seat and averted her own gaze, her cheeks flushing. She may not have been shy, but when that moment of clarity hit her after making a move like this, she did occasionally question her decisions. More importantly, Aura might not even like other women in that way! So Shizuka could have completely humiliated herself. Yet... maybe it was worth it.

"Sorry about that. You were just so close... and I couldn't not do it. You look amazing, and maybe you can take that as a compliment to what I think of you. But it won't happen again! Well... I mean, I hope it does. Just, not if you tell me no."