The Longest Day [Asp, Naga & Others]

[thesteedman]

"Hmm. I find her to be far too assertive and open minded from what little time I have had with her. Not unpleasant qualities in a woman, but not what is expected of a Maid during our employ. I am certain Stephanie will educate her in time. Still, I will see she is adequately commended for her service to you." Naga spoke, slowly shifting one of her bare feet into the pool since she was close enough to it. The water was warm as she softly and slowly waded her foot through the liquid, watching as the light danced around it, further disturbing the water, but keeping the calm ambience whilst the sound of water lapping against the sides echoed softly.

When Asp would then speak, asking about her feelings towards her, taking note that Naga was yet to gaze upon her since her arrival.
"There are plenty of beautiful sights within this opening, from the carefully cared for flowers, to the gentle sway of the pool or the lights that twinkle above on this fine night." Naga would state in a soft tone, sitting up slightly before she took a modest and very formal sip of the glass of red wine she had settled besides her.
"I am merely saving the best sight for last." Dominique soon added, finally turning to gaze upon the beauty that had graced her presence. It was everything she expected and more, a goddess of a woman amongst mortals.

In the ambient light, Asp was simply perfect. Her makeup was not needed, but what was there was subtle to compliment her beauty since it could not enhance her angelic features. Her form was exquisite, her beautiful and devinely curved form highlighted by the two piece dress that did little to cover her stunning form or that captivating belly dancer's stomach. The slit in her skirt left much of her legs exposed, glistening in the low light. In truth, a dark urge came to grasp Asp and pull her in against her own powerful body... and for as long as she gazed upon her form it only grew...

Her expression never shifted though, giving away nothing to Asp save for a darkness that near matched the colour of her hair that seemed to befall over her eyes.
"Would you like a drink? I have a selection of the finest wines from our personal cellar." Naga would speak after a brief pause, turning towards a small nearby rack that had half a dozen lavish bottles. They were all positioned for Asp to see, white wines and red of various styles, all of the highest quality of the most ridiculous expense.
"I will not hide my disappointment of your display earlier this afternoon. I know you feel you had something to prove, but my intentions had been different. I had hoped to be a part of the exhibition, to have a chance to work alongside of you. I imagine beyond today there will never be another opportunity to do so." Naga confessed whilst she awaited for Asp to make her choice. She did have a ornate jug of water available if the selection of wines were not adequate.

[BlackAkuma]

Asp nodded along as Dominique spoke of Ella, agreeing for the most part, though she didn’t hide a frown when the topic of ‘education’ came up. She suspected that was a euphemism for something harsher than the word typically entailed, and she couldn't help but think back to Tia’s fate, crushed between Stephanie’s iron thighs. While it was true that the maid knew what she was signing up for when she came into the Renaud’s employ, the idea of her suffering in such a way was disquieting, and the idea of her suffering for Asp’s sake was even more so.

It was a worrying thought, but one that she pushed away - she had far more immediate concerns as the hulking Naga turned to face her, casting her implacable gaze towards her. Her face was an unreadable facade, as redoubtable as the rest of her body. She could only imagine what thoughts were bubbling beneath the stony surface, what urges she was suppressing, and Asp thought of her much like a volcano. Majestic, towering, ready to explode in an instant.

Asp was afraid of the woman before her, she would be insane not to be after all they had been through. But there was an allure she couldn't deny, as well.

”I will, yes. Thank you.” She made her way over to the wine and took a moment to peruse it, confirming that Naga’s selection was indeed exquisite. Asp was no sommelier, but she had sampled wines worldwide and had a more refined palette than most. She found her favorite - Chateau Lafitte Rothschild, a bottle that cost more than many people earned in a month - and promptly pulled it free.

She poured a glass as Dominique spoke, and cast a curious eye towards. ”You presume too much.” She breathed deep, savoring the rich and heady scent. ”Whatever transpires tonight, I would never rule out the possibility of teaming with you, Naga. I suspect we’d make an effective pair.” Asp indulged in a short, soft laugh. ”We already have a shared theme and matching outfits, after all. Half the work is already done.”

[thesteedman]

"The night is young..." Naga warned simply, her tone holding a heavy ambience to it. There was no denying how this night was going to end. Despite all the courtesies Asp had been exposed too during the day, it was going to end with Dominique getting exactly what she desired. The alluring woman before her had made no secret of it. The two shared pleasantries for now, and Naga was more than content to stave off her deeper and darker desires for the time being, but the simply statement told the truth of the situation. It no doubt shot down Asp's optimistic idea of the two being a team, but Naga had no delusions of grandeur. She created this situation, by the night’s end she was going to take advantage of it. It felt like any room for friendship had certainly been diminished... or at least would be if Naga's words were to be taken.

Naga took a moment before letting out a quiet sigh. She took another modest sip of her wine, before she looked to Asp, catching her gaze... holding it whilst she settled the glass down.
"I am surprised you have chosen to go through with this. If I know my sister, given she holds you in such high regard, she no doubt offered you a means to get out of our arrangement. Why did you choose to remain and honour this contract? It was I who forced the stipulation upon you during extreme duress... and whilst I was confident of victory in our following match, the Maids still interefered. Given the circumstances, I think you had plenty of reason to accept the Baroness' help and forgo the Prisoner of War stipulation. You certainly have enough to present to the LAW officials to bypass the stipulation. Why did you say no to Stephanie? Such a thing is very rare within itself that my sister offers anyone solace." Naga would ask, genuinely curious.

[BlackAkuma]

”Indeed, it is.” Asp was keenly aware of the time. While she hadn't brought her phone, she was more than capable of guessing when it was, just based off the passing of the sun, a skill she’d learned from her time traveling. Though Dominique had spent much time as the gracious host, there were still hours afforded for whatever whims she could devise, even longer than their first encounter together. The younger Renaud sister had worked hard to make this moment happen, and it would not be a waste.

Asp turned her gaze to the waters as Dominique asked her question, curiosity pushing her onwards and staying her hand for the moment. Though it wasn’t asked in jest, it still brought her a smile and a small laugh. ”Of course you’re surprised, Dominique. For all the time we’ve spent together and your infatuation, you don’t truly know me. How I think, how I feel, what values I hold.”

Asp sighed and laid down on the mat, stretching out in full, her body on total display. Given what would be occurring sooner rather than later, it would do her well to keep her body primed, even if doing so gave Naga a show. ”A promise is sacred. If I say I am going to do something, I am going to do it, consequences be damned.” She shrugged. ”Besides, I wanted to talk with you. We’ve spent a night together and fought twice, it feels right that we connect in a different, if only for a moment.”

She rolled her head from side to side and arched her back for a moment, then settled again. ”Quid pro quo. A question for a question - when the maids interfered, you took umbrage with them and apologized to me. Why? What difference does it make to you if they help or not? You achieved your goal all the same.”

[thesteedman]

"I could argue that no promise was made. I made a demand of you whilst were under grave duress. At no point was there anything truly or even legally binding to said demand given you most likely would have said anything to bring an end to the torture your body was enduring. Hypothetically, what if I demanded that you were no longer allowed to dance? That you were never allowed to teach or dance again. During that time when you were trapped in my embrace, I do not doubt you would have fought hard to resist, but with your body being crushed, and with the pain pressing beyond unbearable... I imagine you would eventually declare that you would never dance again... if just to end what you were going through. If that had happened.... would you have honoured it?" Naga would respond to Asp's initial statement about her values and how a promise was sacred to her.

Naga would gaze upon Asp, watching her slowly and alluringly stretch that intoxicating form of hers. Her belly stretched as she arched and flexibly bridged, her chest raised as her head softly whipped back. Her toes curled as her legs pressed together briefly before Asp would ease her form, lying down more comfortably in the low light. Naga tilted her head, reaching to take another sip of wine. It took significant will power not to grasp her by the ankle and pull her close to do what was rushing through her mind right now. She licked her bottom lips subtly, using the taste of the wine to distract her.
"Of course... the thought did occur to me that you submitted to this because ultimately you are a curious sort. Cat be damned as it were. I am sure my sister has already discussed all there is to know about me, believing herself to be all knowing as she does. There is not much else I can add." Naga then conceded, before listening to Asp ask her own question, beginning to press what she could and could not get away with whilst in the presence of Naga.

"I suppose that sounds only fair... though you are pushing your boundaries by making such demands of me. I have already granted you more liberties than personally desired." Naga spoke, her expression unchanging as she looked upon Asp once more.
"I am not my sister... Her game is to control events and tip the balance. Mine is to achieve on my own merits. The Maids interfered with that..." Naga answered honestly.
"You are a very attractive individual. You assume I am infatuated with you... I will not deny it. I find you to be a marvel. I imagine I am not alone in such thoughts. So let me ask, do you have any past suitors? Or perhaps even present ones?" Naga would question... this time having significant interest in Asp's response.

[BlackAkuma]

This was by far the most extended conversation she and Naga had ever had, and she was already learning some interesting things about her. For starters, she was much more direct than her sister, less genial, and a blunter instrument. She spoke in brusque terms when Stephanie would’ve used. Laconic, that was the best word for it. It matched her stony demeanor well. She was like a mountain in so many respects—unyielding, unwavering, undeniable.

”An interesting question.” Asp took a moment to consider her words, seeing some truth in them. While she wanted to do as she said and stay true to her word, could a promise made under duress be counted as an absolute promise? Why should she hold herself to such a high standard, especially if so much was on the line? ”I am not certain. I would like to think I have the wherewithal to resist in such a situation, but I know your grasp, how brutal it can be, and the way pain clouds the mind.”

It did not miss Asp’s notice that Naga almost seemed to be arguing against her interests as if she were trying to give her a reason to escape, though the woman might not have seen it that way herself.

As Naga spoke, Asp took a keen interest in the way her body moved. Though her face remain implacable, her body told the story that expressions refused to share. She was a coiled serpent, ready to strike, holding herself back by only the smallest inhibitions, and she looked as if she could spring forth at any given moment. The prudent thing would’ve been for her to do as little as she could to entice the woman, but she wasn’t sure that was even possible at this point. The woman seemed drawn to her every movement, no matter how minute.

She had been working on the glass when the question came out, and she broke away from it to tilt her head at Naga, curious for the reason behind it. She didn’t answer at first, and instead regarded her captor with an inquisitive eye, as if trying to see a flicker behind the stony facade. Finally, her shoulder eased, and she shrugged. ”It would depend on what you call a ‘suitor’, I suppose. Men and women have sought my company and shared it, yes. As a hentai wrestler, I’m never short for sexual partners.”

Asp ran her fingers along the mat as she took another sip, enjoying the taste. ”As for something more substantial, a true relationship, no. There was someone I had interest in, albeit briefly, but it wasn’t to be. Alas.” She quirked an eyebrow. ”And yourself? You come across beautiful women every day, live in a mansion filled with them. Surely, I’m not the only one to hold your gaze.”

[thesteedman]

Naga's body language was very subtle, but Asp's keen eye would have noticed the slight shift in her when Asp revealed that she had an interest in someone else. It was quickly put to rest when Asp followed up, declaring that there would be no further pursuit of this interest of hers, but for a seoncd... Naga felt somewhat surprised and almost ashamed at herself that she allowed herself to react in such a way, as insignificant as her movement had been. It was a small tell, a slight raise of the shoulders as a small amount of tension developed within her body. Within her core though, was a much more damning story. Her heart fluttered, a sudden sense of despair and anger almost taking her. Why though? Naga was all too aware there was no chance she and Asp would ever hope to be a thing. She had done nothing but terrorize her since Asp became an exotic discovery to her.

Naga had accepted nothing would come of the two of them the moment she targeted her during Asp's stay within the manor. That was her price for her attack, for letting her own desires and selfishness get the better of her. Perhaps if she had just been more patient...
"A relationship? I am not certain such a thing is possible. I find the female form is captivating, and I have certainly encountered women of great beauty from my ventures, some holding more allure than others. I do not believe it my nature to possess anything beyond an infatuation with a stunning form, and even then it tends to be fleeting once I have taken my fill." Naga answered nonchalantly. She almost believed her own words, since at one time they were true... before Asp.

With Asp she kept coming back, finding her invading her thoughts with her hypnotic beauty and her alluring nature. She had hoped this feeling would have passed the first night she ambushed Asp when she was a guest of honour to the Renaud estate... but ever since that night she had been unable to remove Asp from her mind, thinking of her rich red hair, her piercing eyes, her intoxicating form and the flawlessness of her flesh. Even now, it was taking significant effort to simply not take the spoils before her, as Naga's dark eyes continued to drink in that marvel of a woman... but there would be plenty of time for that... right now, she was oddly enjoying the conversation and sharing wine.

"This interest of yours, who was it?" Naga asked, at least curious to gauge what Asp's interests in a partner would have been. She wondered if it was a woman or perhaps even a male, there was no indication at all.

[BlackAkuma]

Asp was no stranger to body language - her profession practically revolved around it, after all. While she was not an expert by any means, over a decade of experience had made her familiar with how a body moved and how its responses reflected the mind without thinking. It wasn’t the hard science that certain people on YouTube liked to portray it as, but much could be gleaned with a discerning eye.

As such, Naga’s movements did not go without notice. Jealousy? Anger? Wanting? Naga kept her emotions close like a gambler with his hand, but she was starting to see the tells. She seemed to have a rigid idea of their relationship and resigned herself to it. Getting to her see it as something else would be no small task, but a worthwhile one.

What she said next, however, was more saddening than intriguing, and she shook her head at the revelation. ”Truly? No one?” Whatever their issues, there was no denying that Naga was a stunningly beautiful woman. Tall, dark, overpowering, with a mystical allure that few could pull off without seeming overly theatrical. It was hard to believe no one had ever sought her company, but perhaps they had tried and simply been put off by her demeanor.

Or, more likely, she’d crushed them before anything real could develop. Either way, a tragedy.

She said her thoughts for the moment, as Naga asked about her own lovelife, or the lack thereof in this case. ”Sophia.” She said the name with due reverence, making her respect for the woman clear. ”Sophia Wolfe, a middleweight. A talented German fighter. Not unlike yourself, in some ways - strong, driven, focused, honest, quiet. An amazing body and an even more amazing mind. I’m lucky to call her friend.”

Asp slid closer, daring to put herself well within Naga’s reach, but remained unfazed. There was no use in fearign the inevitable. ”Do you know what your sister and I were doing before you ambushed me? Did she ever tell you?”

[thesteedman]

It was not the answer Naga expected when Asp firmly stated Sophia Wolfe, though in truth Naga did not know what to truly expect. Naga had only passing encounters with the middleweight. For certain she was a beautiful woman, possessing a well sculptured form along with a dangerous fighting style. The Baroness had an eye on her for a while, no doubt looking to mark her as one of her potential targets. She had refrained though, and after seeing Sophia Wolfe fight herself, Naga understood why. Too high risk... Despite the Baroness being a most capable fighter, she preferred when her prey was not capable of fighting back
"Sophia? That answer surprises me. I suppose she is not without her allure, but she is damaged. I am not just talking about the scars. She is not worthy enough for you. Let the showboating Hart keep that little wolf cub. You can do far better than that. You can have anyone you want." Naga spoke, reaching to finish off the final sip of her wine.

It was when she settled down her glass that she realised Asp had shifted closer to her, granting her a view of her splendid form. Clad in little more than a revealing two piece dress akin to a luxurious belly dancing style outfit Asp was known for, much of her form was left for Naga's dark eyes. The perfection of her rounded cleavage, holding just a slight glisten in the humid heat that filled the air, the details of Asp's flawless skin, the contortion of her well defined midriff. It was hard not to stare at the form of art that was this woman. It was small wonder Naga had been able to think about much else beyond the beauty of the woman before her, and now she was slipping closer, almost brushing her flesh against Naga's own. On the outside her composure remained statuesque, but in reality her core was a whirlwind of emotion and mental fantasy.

Why she was not embracing this woman right now, allowing her darker desires to take control was a mystery to her. Part of her wanted to tear off parts of Asp's outfit and bring her into a deep embrace for the final hours of the night. An internal conflict continued on, and without a doubt Asp had to know about this, but risked it all the same.

"The love life of my sister is her own business. Yes... we share similar whims and machinations, but we certainly do not share them with each other. I do not pry into what happens in the bedroom with her and her... 'guests'. Likewise she does not ask about what business I share. I have no interest in what games she played with you." Naga spoke out, her tone betraying that she was fighting her own battles right now as something of an irritated tone managed to slip into her otherwise alluring accent.
"That said... the fact that you were able to walk freely from her room that night does betray that she did not subject you to her usual treatments or antics. That... ended up being her loss." Naga would note afterwards, shifting herself closer towards Asp. She made no secret to let her gaze trace across her flawless form. Whatever was going to happen, it would occur very soon.

[BlackAkuma]

Asp was, at first, hesitant to bring Sophia’s name into this. While it seemed like Naga only had eyes for her, there was no telling where her mind might be with the right - or wrong - prompting, and the absolute last thing she wanted was to put more trouble on her friend’s lap. She already had more than enough problems in her personal life to deal with.

Thankfully, Naga didn’t seem to have any interest in Sophia - at least, not as a potential target. Instead, Asp caught sight of something more interesting - jealousy, perhaps? The idea of her having her own object of affection seemed to bother the giantess, enough that she spoke out to argue against the case, as if there was a real chance Asp might take Sophia as a partner, as if that was somehow a threat to her.

It was curious, and as the hunger grew in Naga’s eyes, Asp wondered if there might be a chance of turning this into something more interesting than being crushed for the entire night. A small chance, but one she might as well take. It would either work or it wouldn’t.

”I am not entirely certain what a typical encounter with Stephanie is like.” Though she could hazard a strong guess, based on the evidence. ”But our time together was not unlike my experience with you. She wrapped her legs around me and crushed me, to point where I was rendered unconscious.”

Asp propped up on her elbow and leaned forward, daring to bring her face close to Naga’s, close enough to taste the woman’s breath on her tongue. ”The difference is that, with her, it was consensual. I allowed her to do it. And, from where I stood, she seemed quite satisfied.”

Asp’s gaze went to Naga’s monstrous arms for a moment, fully conscious of the danger they posed. [color=1f9c00]”We could have had much the same, if you had asked. I would have given that to you.”[/color] Her eyes shifted up once more. ”Would you like to try?”