Re: The Cat Who Cried Boyfriend[Amaranta, Khaana, Vanyel]

Tue Aug 27, 2024 12:19 pm

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VANYEL XIAOYANG

How much longer was she intending on keeping this stupid act up? Vanyel took a moment to switch his gaze from Khaana to Amaranta, glaring at her, before turning back to Khaana. Without thinking of it, Vanyel exerted a small amount of energy to coat the finished plates and utensils, and, with a subtle hand gesture, telekinetically commanded the items to slide from the table and float behind him, making their way to the kitchen and coming to rest in the sink. They shook and occasionally dipped down -- he was still getting back into the groove of it -- but, they made it there without a crack or chip.

Instead, as Khaana spoke, his eyes shifted between the two girls, listening intently. It was a rare opportunity for him to find out how others viewed Amaranta. If there was one thing he wouldn't call her, altruistic was at the top of the list. From his own experiences, the lioness was unabashedly and unapologetically selfish. Hell, she first came to him purely to eat, and the second time they interacted was entirely her trying to get him to teach her how to cook.

But, Khaana's view of it made Vanyel turn his gaze to Amaranta with a raised eyebrow. He noticed that light red that nearly started to set in, but, he made no comment on it. His leg idly shook as he continued to occasionally flick his gaze between the two.

"Wouldn't call 'em amicable. Altruistic? Maybe. Good that she's made you aware of it, though. If you want to delve into it, adjust your schedule. You're an entertainer, but your own life and well-being should come first."

Ironic that he said that, given how much of his life was active and centered around work. For him, it helped in keeping him focused, and he had been able to blend the other hobbies and aspects of his life together. He didn't really know whether that was a good or bad thing, honestly. As he spoke, he subtly slipped his phone from his pocket, setting it on his leg, and using his free hand to quietly text Amaranta a simple message: "When are you going to cut the act?"

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Tue Aug 27, 2024 12:30 pm

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Khaana smirked softly and seemed nothing but smug in response to Amaranta's reply. Not just the shock at her being complimentary, but that pouting refusal to knowledge that Khaana might one day usurp her. she chuckled a bit to herself and lightly tapped her chin a few times. "Oh? Hmm I dunno. Now with you having a partner, you'll be so busy making out and going on dates that I might just wind up soaring right by you. then it's gonna be me pulling you our of rubble." She chuckled teasingly, unwittingly revealing that Amaranta had indeed once upon a time, saved her. Thankfully it wasn't specific enough of a mention to break the illusion that she wasn't still just a weak human. But it was something.

Turning to look at Vanyel, she nodded thoughtfully. "Oh? Don't you worry you'll find out soon enough. If she likes you this Kitkat is surprisingly generous." She paused for a moment and tilted her head a bit as she considered Vanyel's suggestion. "I've been on break for a bit. I've been dealing with the business side of things. There's been some incidents. I told you I'm just a streamer, but well. I've got some pretty insane luck. Shit has started blowing up around me more than once. and not gonna lie, not everyone likes Arrancar. One day, I may turn around and someone will post a story about me being a hollow sympathizer or something. So right now, I'm focusing on trying to build up some savings and invest in some more ...expansive avenues of business. Just in case anything happens, Ya know? Being famous is a double edged sword after all." She noted with a sigh and a rub to the back of her neck as she reached up and itched the inside of her eyepatch. Right inside where her eye aught have been.

Sun Sep 01, 2024 11:00 am

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AMARANTA VALERIA | BURNING LIONESS

"Shut up. As if I'd be so in love as to ignore my evolutionary growth..."

What an odd thought to imagine. Did true love have that effect on humans? Did it make them complacent? Did it make them stronger? Frequent explorations of media told her thousands of alternating stories on the subject. Fictional characters who went to extreme lengths to fight for their true love. Others walked away scorned, viewing it as a curse that weakened them. Moving past her white lie with whitey, who was nearby, she reflected on those who tried to earn her favor.

Surely, she was no expert on the subject, but all those encounters told her that, by Khaana's humor, love was the furthest thing from their minds. Of course, why did any of this matter? Pursuing any of that felt foolish. After all, once this was over, she'd wait a few weeks, maybe a month, and tell her they amicably broke up, or that she cheated on him like a fool, make herself out to be the villain.

Lost in her deep-seated thoughts, she gazed down at her phone as a message popped up. Fierce sapphires recognized the name. Rolling her eyes, Amaranta turned her gaze in Khaana's direction as she typed away at her phone: ' Huh? why would I cut it now? We're almost at the finish line, Van. Come on.'

Finishing that text, she directed her gaze outside the window. Eventually, they would leave and she could probably carry this lie on for a few days, maybe something closer to a month. What was the likelihood that Khaana would grow attached to him as a friend? Zero. As such, all she needed to do was finish the lie, walk away like a badass, and never think about true love again, or any of the potential impacts it might have on her growth as a warrior.

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Tue Sep 03, 2024 11:10 pm

VANYEL XIAOYANG

As Khaana spoke, Vanyel found himsef looking at her more intensely. His eyes glowed for a brief moment, shining a brighter blue as he checked once again. Yeah, just like before -- human, but not, and the density of the aura around her gave away that she wasn't as helpless as she seemed. Plus, there was that comment. The way she worded it made it seem that the big brutish cat had actually saved her at one point. Envying the strong wasn't really all that surprising, but, something felt off about the whole thing.

He could understand the desire to keep savings ready in the off-chance that something happened. It was why he invested and made sure that he had a backup, in the event that something happened with either his position in Gracen Arms, or the company as a whole. So, with a light nod, Vanyel spoke while typing with his free hand, making sure to keep it subtle.

"I kinda get that. I've been keepin' some stuff saved in case somethin' happens. Make sure I can stay afloat for a bit."

[01:28:48] GO FUCK YOURSELF, I HATE THIS! EITHER YOU TELL HER OR I DO

Upon sending the message, Vanyel's leg seemed to continue bouncing as he held the device to his leg, his focus not having broken from Khaana, even while typing.

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Wed Sep 11, 2024 12:03 pm

Khaana snorted softly and smiled at Amaranta, canting her head a bit to the side and waving dismissively. "Hm, is that right. Evolutionary? Maybe I'm just not paying hard enough attention but you don't seem any stronger to me~" She chimed. Continuing to tease and taunt the big cat. Clearly this was something that they did often.

All the same, Vanyel's affirmation was met with a nod. "Well. Financials isnt the only thing I have to brace for. I'm not exactly a celebrity, but even so, I have notoriety. And if anything DOES happen, I may suddenly gain that kind of status just because of the association. 'Famous Streamer found associating with evil ghosts'. Amaranta may not have told you, but I actually have been housing another arrancar as well. And I admit, I've been thinking about making it an official thing. Sure, she's found herself altetnative homes and is more of a stray. But I do wonder if being able to provide places for spiritual beings like them might not be a benefit. I've even set up some meetings with some real estate investors about the idea. After all, a lot of arrancar are just transients. Offering housing and help mingling with human society is something I feel will be a benefit. Well... at least it can be. There's also a chance it goes belly up. I mean. Talk about the insurance complications of housing a big cat that can obliterate a town." She sighed, patting Amaranta on the head as she did.

"But. Its still something I want to pursue. Even if its doomed to fail. If I can at least instill...SOME sense of 'home' for a few arrancar. More than I already have. I feel like that's worth something."

Thu Sep 19, 2024 1:58 am

AMARANTA VALERIA | BURNING LIONESS

"Sheesh. Shut up already."

Rolling her eyes again, she cocked her head to the side as she gazed at the phone. What the hell was his problem now? Sure, she recognized that he wasn't exactly a willing party here, but he didn't seem all that bothered as their conversation continued. What was the issue now?

There were several assumptions to make here, but she knew wholeheartedly any conclusion would be incorrect. After all, she couldn't truly grasp the nuances of human emotion. Did he already have a girlfriend? Or was he tired of talking with Khaana? Since he'd done a favor for her, she refrained from shooting him a glare.

Of course, that didn't mean she was convinced she should reveal this was all a lie. He had every opportunity to do so at the door, and she'd be damned if she walked away from this place looking like a complete and utter fool, regardless of whether or not Khaana genuinely believed she found a good man. Clawed fingers lightly tapped away at her phone.

[01:28:49]Bite me, whitey. We had a deal. If I reveal it now, you'll look stupid too and hate that you didn't turn the idea down at the door even more. Let me have this.

At any rate, now that she thought about it, gazing outside the window, they seemed to have spent enough time as it was here already. Knowing Vanyel, he wouldn't back down. Knowing herself, she wanted to emerge victorious and pull the wool over Khaana's eyes. Rising from the chair, Amaranta expediently walked over to Khaana, taking advantage of the fact she was likely unguarded, as she picked the woman up and hoisted her over her shoulder.

"Anyone ever tell you you talk too much, Princess? Let's get out of here. Since I know Vanyel's schedule pretty well, I think he's going to have company coming over soon. I wouldn't want to be rude and get in the way of his business. As for you, babe, we should do that martial arts training ya promised me soon, okay? See ya!"

If nothing had been done the moment she seized her petite frame, Amaranta would have formed a Garganta in his house as she leaped through with the woman in her arms, a firm shade of red on her face. If so, she likely knew there would be many questions. If so, she would play up to the fact she was getting embarrassed the more her name was mentioned, which wasn't entirely false.

Either way, she wanted to get the hell out of here with her pride intact.

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