Domino the "Hellhound"

RP blog for Domino, who is totally a hellhound, yessir

[dammitdomino]

Domino here! Im a "hellhound" whos been told to "get out of my damn house" so... yeah.

Ask me anything, except why there's quotations around "hellhound". Mind ya business!

[dammitdomino]

His powers were not as strong as they had been as in Heaven. But now with Rin, Elam was determined to try again. He focused his energy on all he could to appear in someone’s dream. Anyone in Heaven or Hell would do.

Greetings. -🦣

@lost-elam

Domino gasped, falling into a pile of sand that inexplicably turned into bubbles. He laid on the ground of sand bubbles as he addressed the figure before him, struggling with the molasses-like movement of dreams.

"A visitor! You'll have to excuse my not shaking your hand, I seem to be stuck. What can I do for ya?" The sand bubbles had turned into sand-and-molasses bubbles, trapping him on the ground even as he struggled. The dream became more lucid, allowing Domino to begin getting up.

@lost-elam

[theleviafun]

The haunted boat rides

They Clear their throat, standing tall with a sly smirk.

Ah, what a magnificent evening this has been. So many faces, so much laughter—so much attention… But I suppose all things must come to an end, don’t they? The grand spectacle, the celebrations, the violence, the fleeting moments where everyone is so… pleased with themselves.

But as the night winds down, I can’t help but notice something. You see, while you all celebrate and revel in your little triumphs, I stand here, an observer, watching as the glow of your happiness fades. Isn’t it curious? How quickly the joy of one person can overshadow the joy of another, how easily someone else can steal the limelight. It makes one wonder… Why was I not in the center of it all?

Ah, don’t look so surprised. Of course, we all know the truth, don’t we? The envy lurking in the deepest parts of us, always comparing, always wanting a little bit more, always wishing for just a taste of what others have. It’s a beautiful thing, really—this feast of emotions. You laugh, you dance, but deep down, we’re all just chasing after what the others seem to possess.

But fear not, dear friends. The night may be ending, but envy never rests. As you leave this place, just remember… there will always be someone else—someone else with a little more joy, a little more power, a little more of the things you crave. And, perhaps, just perhaps, you’ll find that your little moments of happiness don’t quite satisfy as much as you thought.

So, let the envy grow. Let it feed on the things you couldn’t have tonight, and maybe, just maybe, you’ll find the next party just a little more… enticing.

Enjoy the end of this one. It’s never truly over. Especially for these nine people in particular who caught my eye this evening! You will be enjoying a haunted boat ride with the people I believe you may envy most! But what do I know? I only embody it!

[suits-n-such]

As the boat takes off, Betty wonder who she is supposed to be envying and who’s supposed to be envying her. The water is pretty dark but occasionally bioluminescent creatures similar to the ones in the ceiling above the dance floor surface in the murky black.

The castle fades from view as they follow the channel around a corner, a few meters behind the last boat.

She looks at the two in the boat with her, that weird thief that stole most of their inventory and…

“Hey, aren’t you the guy who got stabbed recently?”

(( @dammitdomino ))

[dammitdomino]

Domino looked around in awe at the decorations. It had been too long since he had gone to a proper party if this was a bit overwhelming. He was startled out of his musings by one of the other two in the boat.

"Well, I mean, I guess?" He stammered out, taken aback by the straightforward question. "It didn't really hurt me, so much as pop the construct I use to get around. Its actually kind of an interesting experience to.... wait a second. How do you know about that?"

He glanced around at the other two in the boat with suspicion before zeroing in on the other occupant.

"What in the 9 Rings are you doing here?!"

(( @the-burglar-from-sims-1 ))

[the-burglar-from-sims-1]

I came to this party simply to steal a few things, but it seems my employer has decided to throw me on this boat “for backup”. Didn’t go so well for her… I did manage to get a good haul though. -💰

The burglar rummages through his cash sack of items he has stolen from various characters, which somehow include concepts like accents.

@suits-n-such

[suits-n-such]

Betty side eyes the burglar. “Okay… weird.”

She turns back to the (strangely) more normal of the two. “You got stabbed in the middle of the beach after asking the head tight-ass to spank you, do you really think no one got that on camera? Just about all of heaven knows about it at this point.”

Betty sighs as she looks in the water, catching eyes with one of the sirens before she turned back to the… Hellhound? “How do you know steals-a-lot here?”

(( @dammitdomino ))

[dammitdomino]

"I was stolen. It sent my poor boy Dickie into a whole tizzy." He makes a face at the burglar before turning back to Betty. "I didn't know that was broadcast down here. Hell and Heaven are kinda different."

(( @the-burglar-from-sims-1 ))

[theleviafun]

The haunted boat rides

They Clear their throat, standing tall with a sly smirk.

Ah, what a magnificent evening this has been. So many faces, so much laughter—so much attention… But I suppose all things must come to an end, don’t they? The grand spectacle, the celebrations, the violence, the fleeting moments where everyone is so… pleased with themselves.

But as the night winds down, I can’t help but notice something. You see, while you all celebrate and revel in your little triumphs, I stand here, an observer, watching as the glow of your happiness fades. Isn’t it curious? How quickly the joy of one person can overshadow the joy of another, how easily someone else can steal the limelight. It makes one wonder… Why was I not in the center of it all?

Ah, don’t look so surprised. Of course, we all know the truth, don’t we? The envy lurking in the deepest parts of us, always comparing, always wanting a little bit more, always wishing for just a taste of what others have. It’s a beautiful thing, really—this feast of emotions. You laugh, you dance, but deep down, we’re all just chasing after what the others seem to possess.

But fear not, dear friends. The night may be ending, but envy never rests. As you leave this place, just remember… there will always be someone else—someone else with a little more joy, a little more power, a little more of the things you crave. And, perhaps, just perhaps, you’ll find that your little moments of happiness don’t quite satisfy as much as you thought.

So, let the envy grow. Let it feed on the things you couldn’t have tonight, and maybe, just maybe, you’ll find the next party just a little more… enticing.

Enjoy the end of this one. It’s never truly over. Especially for these nine people in particular who caught my eye this evening! You will be enjoying a haunted boat ride with the people I believe you may envy most! But what do I know? I only embody it!

[suits-n-such]

As the boat takes off, Betty wonder who she is supposed to be envying and who’s supposed to be envying her. The water is pretty dark but occasionally bioluminescent creatures similar to the ones in the ceiling above the dance floor surface in the murky black.

The castle fades from view as they follow the channel around a corner, a few meters behind the last boat.

She looks at the two in the boat with her, that weird thief that stole most of their inventory and…

“Hey, aren’t you the guy who got stabbed recently?”

(( @dammitdomino ))

[dammitdomino]

Domino looked around in awe at the decorations. It had been too long since he had gone to a proper party if this was a bit overwhelming. He was startled out of his musings by one of the other two in the boat.

"Well, I mean, I guess?" He stammered out, taken aback by the straightforward question. "It didn't really hurt me, so much as pop the construct I use to get around. Its actually kind of an interesting experience to.... wait a second. How do you know about that?"

He glanced around at the other two in the boat with suspicion before zeroing in on the other occupant.

"What in the 9 Rings are you doing here?!"

(( @the-burglar-from-sims-1 ))

[dammitdomino]

(Swats at your cocoon body.)

@ask-keekee

*Domino's cocoon flops out of Salem's bed and slides under a nearby dresser. It is not visible from a standing position.*

(( @ask-keekee & @askthefivefallen ))

[askthefivefallen]

J: "Keekee? What are you doing? You have your own bed, you don't need to be in Salem's-" *he begins frantically looking around* "Wait. Waitwaitwait. Domino? Buddy? Where'd you go?" S: *as Junior begins to panic while searching frantically, Salem jumps down from his owner's bed to land beside Keekee. He then bops Keekee on the head for making Junior panic*

J: "TITS! LEFTY! I CAN'T FIND DOMINO!"

T: *heavy sigh* "We'll help look. I'm sure he's around here somewhere." L: "Babe, it's the sixth time this week." T: "And I'm sure there'll be a seventh; we'll keep doing it." L: "Okay, you're right."

((@ask-keekee))

[im-your-cherri-bomb]

KeeKee hisses at Salem, bopping his snout back.

(It was just a weird thing? I must swat. ) -🐈‍⬛🗝️

(( @/whoever-wants-to-respond ))

[dammitdomino]

*With a sound like the tinkling of bells and the crackling of a bonfire, Domino's cocoon bursts open. His worm body is visible for a moment before his usual hellhound shaped body comes into being with a sparkle.*

"DICKIE, THERES A PARTY IN ENVY, I CAN FEEL IT IN MY TAIL! WE GOTTA GO!" He blinks for a moment before realizing hes crammed underneath a dresser. "But first, please help?"

(( @askthefivefallen ))

[dammitdomino]

(Swats at your cocoon body.)

@ask-keekee

*Domino's cocoon flops out of Salem's bed and slides under a nearby dresser. It is not visible from a standing position.*

(( @ask-keekee & @askthefivefallen ))

[dammitdomino]

Dominos body was laid in Salem's bed, Dickie Junior hadnt felt comfortable with him going back to his own place for the duration of his regeneration. It wasn't painful or dangerous, just incredibly boring for the usually hyped up hellhound adjacent.

His body shimmered as a cocoon formed around him, the second stage of regeneration coming over him.

[the-burglar-from-sims-1]

All your worm are belong to me. -💰

@askthefivefallen

@dammitdomino

(Image credit @canibalistic-brownie)

[askthefivefallen]

T: “Hey, you Beetlejuice Bitch, give Domino back!”

L: “This is fucking ridiculous.”

J: “I JUST WANT MY FRIEND BAAAAAAAAACK!”

[dammitdomino]

With the gentle *CRACK* of a firework going off, Dominos fuzzy worm body appears in Juniors hand. His tag reads 'Yikes :['

[dammitdomino]

(Steals your worm body.) -💰

@the-burglar-from-sims-1

NOOOOOOO

@the-burglar-from-sims-1

[dammitdomino]

[Sera went to get drinks for herself and Ray. Despite all the angels and winners who kept occasionally distracting her from the deserved rest, for the first time in many years without days off, Sera was finally doing... well? Suddenly she felt a strange, unpleasant and helluva familiar smell. Brimstone.]

[Stunned, Sera dropped the drinks from her hands and silently walked towards the source of this smell. And here it is. Disgusting hellish creature. Right in front of her, in Heaven. Sera flapped her wings menacingly, now towering over Domino. All her eyes were now wide open as she took her full seraphim form. This creature wasn't that spy sinner, but it didn't matter. It came from Hell, which means it must be destroyed.]

HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO SNEAK INTO HEAVEN, HELL SPAWN?

@ask-sera (yes, i used that cursed pic again)

Domino was squinting at the sun, becoming more confused by the moment when it didn't hurt his eyes in any way. It was an abrupt change when what felt like a million eyes blocked the sun and trained their gaze solely on him.

He stumbled back, his fake wings flaring as he let go of Dickie Junior to push him away from the eyes. Panic gripped him.

"I dont- I'm not-," he stumbled over his words before taking a breath, his chest puffing out and in as confident a voice he dared to fake, half heartedly projected, "You should get your eyes- NOSE! your nose checked. There's no smell of brimstone here." Domino took what he thought was a discreet sniff at himself, his fake halo askew and bringing attention to his movements.

[ask-sera]

[Sera flapped her wings, knocking Domino off his feet. He fell right onto the angelic steel chains, which immediately wrapped around his body. The same chains were used to catch Ass not so long ago.]

If that were true, you wouldn't have mentioned it yourself.

Because I hadn't said a word about the brimstone smell.

[She lifted Domino by his neck with chains. He still can breathe, but that could easily change with just one wrong word.]

I have to repeat my question now.

HOW DID YOU SNEAK INTO HEAVEN?

I ORDER YOU TO GIVE ME AN ANSWER!

[Apparently, her loud screams and frightening appearance did not go unnoticed, but Sera was so engrossed in interrogating the hellish creature that she was completely oblivious to the crowd gathered around.]

[askthefivefallen]

L&T: *turn from their spot in line at a nearby food truck to see Sera holding up Domino in chains*

L: “This is bad.”

T: “What do we do?” *she clenches her fists* “Breaking those chains- they’re the same ones she used on Ass! What if she-“

L: “We won’t let it come to that. We can’t lie to her but we don’t need to tell her the whole truth, either.”

J: “Oh no, Domino!” *he starts pushing through the gathering onlookers*

L: “Babe, get him and find Emily.”

T: “What about-“

L: “I’ll be fine. We need to save who we can. Go.”

T: “… you better not get caught, too.” *she turns and uses her wings to jump in front of Junior, wrapping him up in a bear hug* “C’mon, man, we gotta go.”

J: “But Domino-“

T: “Lefty’s gonna get him. I’m getting you.”

J: “Tits, we can’t just-“

T: “I’m not a fan of this plan, either, but I trust her.” *she frowns* “She’ll come back. I know it.”

J: “But-“

T: “I’m sorry, Junior, but Domino knew the risk he was taking. If Lefty can get him out of this, she’ll do it.”

J: “That’s a pretty big fucking if!”

T: *she hates that she agrees with him*

L: *she lands beside Sera and bows* “High Seraphim, thank you. We’d known this Hellborn had found his way to Heaven after news broke of the event being hosted by Seraphim Adina but I’d lost track of him while trying to not alarm the Winners. I will remand him to the appropriate authorities upon returning to Hell, where he belongs. I apologize for this grievous trespass upon the Golden City’s holy Light.”

A: *a ways from the commotion, she struggles to move, but Shamira keeps her rooted to the spot*

I need to help!

You will only make things worse.

I can’t let her do to Lefty what she did to me! Not even Domino! I’m not standing by and doing nothing!

Intervening puts us all in danger! Your presence won’t help!

I have to try!

Shamira feels for Ass but there is too much Wrath in Sera right now. If they approach, Sera’s retribution will be swift, merciless, and neither of them will survive long enough to be sorry. Only Emily will remain. For all their sakes, she fights to keep Ass still.

And she wishes Lefty luck she will sorely need.

[seraphim-adina]

The day had gone pretty well, all things considered. Since all of Heaven seemed to be enjoying themselves because of her Emily's hard work, she treated herself and Lee (still thankfully in disguise) to some cocktails by the water.

It was a wonderful date, until she heard Sera's shrill screaming.

Sera? That sounds serious. Lee, stay here.

She hurries off to Sera's side to see the commotion, not even waiting for Lee's response. She is confused by the sight of the unfamiliar Hellhound in front of her, but still has to feign shock as to not give away any indication that she knew about Sinners entering Heaven on this day. And that angel...her eyes looked familiar...

What is this, Sera~? A demon on Heavenly ground~? What shall we do with it~? -🐇

@ask-sera

[ask-sera]

[Sera slapped Lefty away. She looked at the Fallen exorcist with pure disgust.]

Do you think I'm a FOOL?

If everything were like this, you would have warned me… No. You would have warned Ass, and stayed in Hell. Currently she's in Heaven legally, unlike you. You wouldn't take that risk.

However, since you did…

[Sera lifted Lefty up by the collar of her shirt.]

I assume you brought this hell-spawn here yourself. So answer me, how did you get up here?

HOW DARE YOU GET UP HE-

[Sera stopped mid-sentence as she heard Adina's voice. She turned her gaze to the seraph, not letting go of Lefty.]

..Adina? Well, you're just in time. Explain, how you allowed the people from Hell to be at the.. beach-.. uh-.. day?.. What is this smell, Adina?

[Sera opened her eyes wide, looking intently at Adina. Seriously, what is this? Her eyes (what were usually closed) now see hand marks all over the seraph's body. Including the ones from a creature clearly belonging to Hell.]

[Traitor? No, it can't be. She involuntarily squeezed Lefty's collar in her hands, making it difficult for the exorcist to breathe or talk. She continues to study Adina with her gaze, without saying a word.]

[dammitdomino]

Domino grimaced as the chains clasped around his body, they didn't burn, more like a light stinging. As the feeling hit him wherever the chains touched he instantly relaxed, allowing their magic to cover him. It put him more at ease to know there was pain in Heaven.

While he had been musing an explosion of movement had happened around him. Juniors sister(? he still wasn't clear on that) had attempted to step in on his behalf and had also been caught in the larger angels grip. Between the High Seraphim looking like she was about to explode and a new seraph seemingly talking to her and drawing her attention for just a moment, he lit up at the opening created.

The chains fell to the ground with a clatter as Lefty was dumped to the ground where he had been contained, Domino himself clutched in Sera's grip by the straps holding on his fake wings. He cleared his throat and went as doe-eyed as possible before addressing her in a voice pitched up from his usual. "I'm so sorry I snuck into Heaven on your special beach day. Maybe you can take me to your private Heaven dungeon and spank me for being such a naughty boy, Mommy,,, sorry! Uh mommy, no sorry. Mom- MA'AM!"

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

*Emily stood stock still in fear as she watched the exchange, chains that previously had held Ass wrapped around Domino, a hand to Lefty’s throat. This was her fault, she had brought them all here*

*What wasn’t her fault was… whatever it was that Domino had just done*

“Oh my god, she’s going to kill him!” *She didn’t wait, her wings spreading before she took off, flying over the small crowd of winners and landing next to Adina and putting her hands up in what she hoped was a placating gesture*

“Sera! This is definitely not a great situation, but you need to remember where you are right now. Remember who is in attendance. This isn’t the time or place to invoke divine justice, especially not if it goes against contracts set in place to keep heaven safe. This isn’t a hostile takeover, this is a troublemaker here to enjoy a party! It’s what the hellhounds are known for! Release him and show heaven and hell that the seraphim are patient, kind and charitable even to those who may not deserve it!”

*She turns to Adina, pleading with her eyes for a truce, even if only for a few moments*

“There is no threat that heaven cannot win against if we choose to stick to our virtues and our faith in the greater good! This is not a sinner who chose sin in life. This is a hellborn who knows no better than the life he’s always lived. Show him a new way through mercy and forgiveness!”

[askthefivefallen]

Shamira and Ass are in agreement briefly, quickly following after Emily. The moment they land, though, their attentions split.

Emily needs us.

You don’t know what it’s like being held in angelic steel chains! Lefty needs me!

Lefty will be fine-

You don’t know that!

Are you saying we abandon Emily?

No, no, I- I just-

Emily is the priority.

I know! But Lefty risked her life for me! She helped Emily! She’s our friend!

Shamira keeps her attention on Emily and Sera but she feels Ass fighting to turn and look at Lefty.

At least check on her!

Sera is the threat. I will not turn away from the threat.

What’s the point of being a guardian if you never check on the ones you’re guarding?!

Shamira has to falter at that point and Ass seizes on it to turn.

L: *shaken by the sudden threat to her existence, she pushes herself to her hands and knees and tucks her wings in close; this is not a fight she can win, she knows that, and she’s unsure how far Emily’s grace can go*

J: “Tits, you need to calm down!”

T: “NO!” *they’ve switched positions, with Junior trying- and failing- to hold Tits back from reaching Lefty’s side* “I’m not letting her fight Sera alone!”

J: “No one’s fighting Sera!”

T: “Wait until I get over there!”

L: *she can just barely hear Tits’ voice and looks up, shaking her head frantically; Domino’s fate is in his hands- or Sera’s- now. There’s nothing more she can do, so she tries to crawl to the crowd and make an escape*

J: “See? We need to go.”

T: “Not without Lefty.”

Fuck, I hope Lefty can get out of here.

For all our sakes, I hope so, too.

[ask-sera]

[Sera slowly turned her head towards Domino again, dumbstruck by his… offer. Needless to say, she instantly forgot about all these suspicious marks on Adina’s body. Seraphim was just standing still, focusing her gaze on the hellish creature.]

[It dared to open its mouth and mock her in the presence of all Heaven. Making it's way up here just to infect this pure place with its sin. Without any doubt, it's a threat to Heaven. Sera began to concentrate the holy light in her hand, intending to deal with this vile creature once and for all. The only thing that stopped her from doing this right then and there was Emily.]

[Sera frowned and turned her head away from the younger seraph, still unable to bring herself to accept her changed aura and all these traces of Ass’ dirty hands touching her. However, despite this, Emily's words about those "in attendance" forced her to calm down a little and close several dozen eyes so as not to look so frightening. Sera immediately turned her head in Ray's direction with a worried look.. only to see the little exorcist shaking in fear. Why are you afraid? I'm protecting this place, don't you see? You should admire me, like every hero!.. Sera hid her face with her hand, turning away from Ray and silently listening to Emily's speech to the end.]

…It seems you're having difficulties distinguishing between patience and irresponsibility, Emily. How can souls feel safe and sound in Heaven knowing that we're recklessly allowing hell-spawn, the fallen, and sinners to walk around the streets? How do you think they would feel if we just trusted one of these creatures? Showed "patience" and let him go, as you say, risking the safety of all Heaven?

[She suddenly lowered the tone of her voice and finally looked Emily in the eyes.]

Besides, I can already see who helped this creature and several fallen ones get up here. You should go after Lefty, Emily. Now.

Go, while I still care to follow your advice and show "patience".

[Sera chained Domino back up again, obviously not intending to let him go.]

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

*Emily moved without thinking. In a flash she was in her full seraphim form, her halo, wings and chest opening. She spread herself to be as wide as possible as she stood between Sera and Domino*

“No! I will not allow a murder on sacred holy ground!”

“Turn the other cheek and find a mirror Sera! I wonder, what does genocide looks like to your eyes?! Does it look like the finger prints of a lover or is it a poison in your veins? Does it spread to every one of your fingers? Did the darkness take your heart too? Where is my dear sister who meant so much? Where is she who meant protection and light? Who stands before me now?!”

*Emily’s eyes were dry but her hands shook as they squeezed themselves into fists*

“Is this the crowning achievement of heaven? Loyalty to order before kindness? You have such a respect for the virtues until it is your own in the spotlight! You jump through all of these hoops, these justifications for oppression and suffering and for what? To save face? Is that all you feel you are? I love you Sera! You’re my sister, my guardian, you raised me! Why can’t that be enough? Why can’t we just choose to do better next time? Why do we have to be perfect in imperfect circumstances? Why can’t we just be happy?!”

[askthefivefallen]

Shamira and Ass watched in horror; with as furious as Emily was, as furious as Sera was, one of them was about to snap. A golden shine descended upon Shamira's eyes and she suddenly Knew.

I might have the path forward. You must trust me.

Done; just do something, quick.

Go to Emily. Protect her. Now.

Ass moved to protect Emily. Shamira had a different target. The pain as they conflicted was excruciating but only for a moment as gold light suffused their being. From the light, Shamira shoots forward, calling her sword to her hand.

A: *she darts out from the blinding light, putting herself between Emily and Sera and throwing up her hands while spreading her wings wide; she's prepared for Sera to lash out again, to bind her in chains. She doesn't expect to see Shamira, golden wings and halo, shooting past her with her sword out*

Shamira stabs her sword into Domino's back, the blade running him through and nearly cutting into Sera's nose. His chest burns with golden light, cracks of it spreading through his fur until his entire body explods into a shower of golden sparks. Shamira drops down to the sand, crouching to snatch up a bit of fabric that remained amidst the fake wings and halo, and then she whirls around, stabbing her sword forward again. This time, her blade buries itself in Ass' chest.

A: *she's shocked at first, then looks down to see the golden sword in her chest, right in her sternum. It should outright kill her. Yet, as her breathing stutters in her chest, she feels a vaguely familiar sensation* "Oh. Okay. Um. Are we done with this now?"

"Quite." Shamira stands tall and pulls her sword back, leaving not even a mark in Ass' chest. She then turns to Sera. "As you have requested, the taint upon Heaven's Light has been removed. However, I can do nothing to Ass, just as I can harm no Winner, no Angel. You gave me the power to Judge the souls before me and to destroy the Wicked. Ass is not Wicked. I can do her no harm." Shamira bows at the waist. "I apologize, Head Seraphim. I was aware of Emily's surprise to bring Ass' dearest friends to Heaven and reunite them and Judged it to be harmless enough not to warrant intervention. I didn't realize such a creature as the one formerly before you had slipped through as well. Ass has no means of communicating with her fellow Fallen. This was their one chance to see each other again."

A: *she sighs heavily, shoulders slumping as she crosses her arms over her bare chest* "Look, Sera... I understand you don't like me. Just... stop blaming Emily for that. I've spent my whole existence being hated by almost everyone. Direct it at me. That's fine. I was created to be hated. And it made me want to hate everyone else in return. But, ever since meeting Emily... I just want to be a good girlfriend. To make her smile and laugh. I just want her happiness and to mend bridges with the only people who took the time to get to know me." *she looks up, meeting Sera's eyes* "I know you'll never be in that camp... and I know that it's my fault. I'm sorry. I really, genuinely wish I could be the person you believe Emily deserves." *she chuckles* "And, even though she just stabbed me... Shamira's pretty great, too."

Shamira turns around, spotting the faint glow of a golden halo hanging above Ass' head. It's not a proper halo, and her wings have returned to their faded gray colors, but it's clear she's not quite Fallen, not anymore. Then, Shamira notices another detail. "Ass. Where is your shirt?"

A: "You're wearing it." *she pointedly glances down* "I got the keep the shorts, though."

Shamira blinks, then looks down, the opened shirt giving her a clear enough view. Thankfully, it was long enough in the back to hide her rear... somewhat. She dismisses her sword to quickly start buttoning up the shirt.

A: *she takes the moment to take a step back, lowering her voice* "Trust us. Please. Please. Your knight wouldn't betray you and neither would I."

T: *she's shocked, holding onto a sobbing Junior, unsure if she wants to kill Sera, Ass, or Shamira, or just grab Lefty and Junior and leave Heaven to never return*

L: *she manages to gain her feet and goes to Tits' other side, leaning against her, some of her strength taken by the chains and shaken by the whole experience*

[dammitdomino]

Domino watched from his new position, once again in chains, as Sera became more and more enraged. His brow furrowed as the stinging scent of Wrath wafted off her, and he thought for the first time this whole day that he may have underestimated the risk coming to Heaven held.

The pleasant surprise of Lefty and Emily coming to his defense was overshadowed by the sheer confusion Sera instilled in him. This was Not the same person Lucifer had spoken to him about (not to him, not really. Just another one of his creations, as he spoke outloud to himself in his workshop however many millennia ago.) The Sera that Lucifer had described was strict, but not Wrathful. Serious but not unkind. This Sera was Wrathful, and Prideful, and Zealous.

Domino watched, and waited, looking for another opening to hopefully draw her attention again. It was his fault this was happening and he would be actually dammed if he allowed anyone else to take the fall for his choices.

THERE WAS A FUCKING SWORD IN HIS CHEST, FUCK.

He felt the holy energy buring through his body and his control over the construct began to splinter. As it disintegrated in a fabulous light show, his fuzzy wormy body fell to the sand. His little tag that usually read "Made in Hell™️" instead read "I'm sorry" as he went dormant.

[seraphim-adina]

Adina decided it was best for her to leave. She had seen enough.

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

“NO!”

*Even after Ass pulled her away and blocked her view the golden light from the explosion could still be seen*

*Millenia of being alive and she’d never seen a death. How privileged of a life she had lived to have been naive to the pain of it. She had not truly known Domino, but all the same, she felt the grief of his loss as if he were one of her own*

*Trust. Trust her. Trust that she was doing the right thing. But how could she allow this from her lover when she couldn’t allow it from her own sister? Was this hypocrisy? Or was there something else at play?*

*Her legs felt shaky. Her eyes closed one by one, her wings shifting back in a dimmed light. If there were tears streaming down her cheeks she didn’t feel them*

*She opened portals behind Sera’s view underneath the fallen, sending them back from where they came before anything else could happen*

*Taking a deep breath she stabilized herself, letting the soothing air of heaven numb her to her core*

“You got your wish, Sera. I believe we’re done here, the awards are soon. It would be unwise to be late.”

*Emily didn’t wait for anyone. She walked away alone*

[ask-sera]

[Sera closed a few more pairs of eyes during Emily's desperate speech. She couldn't be angry anymore. It hurts to see her sister like this, especially since it was all her fault. But there was nothing she could do.]

[Emily is extremely naive because her job is to simply bring joy to Heaven. Nothing serious, right? Sera's job is to protect Heaven. That's why she is so wise and strict, that's why she always knows better.. Does she know better? Why does she even think Domino is worth killing? She's never even killed before, what is happening to her lately?]

[Sera loosened the chains that bound Domino. She folded her wings, gazing at the concentrated bundle of holy light in her hand that she was about to throw at the Hellborn creature. Could it be that Emily was right this time? Maybe she should just escort him back to Hell and not make a big deal out of it. That would be the right thing to do...]

[She dispelled the holy light, releasing her hand and turning back to Domino.. only to find Shamira standing behind him, piercing his back with her sword. Sera's eyes widened in shock. No wait, I changed my mind...! She wanted to say out loud, but was unable to let out a word as she witnessed the horrifying scene of light bursting out of the dying hellborn's chest. Almost the same she wanted to use against him.]

[Before Sera could even process what had just happened, she saw Shamira already piercing Ass' chest. ENOUGH! But those words remained unspoken too.]

[To Sera's sudden relief, Fortunately, Ass was left unharmed. Being able to finally see her and Shamira at once no longer seemed so surprising. Sera had already seen enough to simply accept it as if it was meant to be. And it was meant to be.]

["Ass is not Wicked. I can do her no harm." Sera heard almost nothing. Only her own heartbeat and parts of their phrases. "Direct it at me. That's fine. I was created to be hated." She no longer knew what she was supposed to do. "Trust us. Please." Everything seemed wrong. "You got your wish, Sera." I was wrong!]

[Sera reached out to Emily, but just froze in horror before she could touch younger seraphim's shoulder. Her own hands were stained with something red, like blood. She quickly tried to clean it, but no success. A frightening thought entered her mind. Maybe it wasn't real blood at all. And maybe the marks on Emily's shoulders weren't from Ass' hands.]

[Sera closed all the extra eyes she still had open and left the beach in a hurry.]

[askthefivefallen]

L, J, & T: *land in a heap in the hotel lobby* T: *dazed* L: *shaken* J: *sobbing* T: *slowly blinks everything back into focus* "So... uh... we... made it back..." L: "At the expense of Domino." J: *sobs harder, which somehow prompts Salem to come out of hiding and cuddle up to him; he picks the cat up and holds him while crying* T: "Maybe... maybe things will be alright." L: "How?" T: "Look, Ass can be a jerk sometimes, but she'd never intentionally hurt us. She wouldn't let Shamira do it, either. There's gotta be something else going on, something we don't know." L: "You're putting a lot of faith in a creation of Sera's." T: "We're Sera's creations, too. Her perfect army. But you almost died yourself trying to save Domino, babe. If there was a way to help, that's probably what Shamira did." L: "I suppose time will tell." *she pushes herself to her feet* "Come on. Let's get Junior to his room. And text Righty letting her know we... have some explaining to do."

A: *sighs heavily and shakes her head* "Well, Shamira... I really hope you know what you're doing." *she sighs again and turns, heading after Emily* "C'mon. We gotta... find some way to apologize to our girlfriend."

[askshamass]

Shamira watches as Ass follows after Emily, still topless, while she’s… well. She dismisses her sword and sighs. A snap of her fingers returns the shirt to Ass’ shoulders while Shamira is now adorned in the athletic outfit Emily had helped her pick out. Appropriate enough for the remainder of the beach day, she wagers.

The Winners begin to disperse but there is now a tension palpable in the air. People have questions. Not about the security of Heaven; they wonder to what degree Sera will seek purity. They wonder if those many eyes might see some imperfections in their soul and banish them without a second thought.

Shamira opens her palm and looks down at the little fuzzy form of Domino. In the moment before they split, she could see clearly the creature Sera held and understood implicitly that she could dispatch of his form without harming him. Time would allow him to regenerate.

“I apologize for the abrupt shift in your circumstances.” Shamira speaks softly, following after Ass. “But Sera had to confront with her own eyes the evils she speaks. Her mind may yet change. In the meantime, the others are safe.”

Despite them being separated, Shamira thinks she can still hear Ass in the back of her head. Emily, too. They will not approve of her ‘the ends justify the means’ approach. But, she, too, is a flawed creation. She hopes they can forgive her.

[dammitdomino]

[Sera went to get drinks for herself and Ray. Despite all the angels and winners who kept occasionally distracting her from the deserved rest, for the first time in many years without days off, Sera was finally doing... well? Suddenly she felt a strange, unpleasant and helluva familiar smell. Brimstone.]

[Stunned, Sera dropped the drinks from her hands and silently walked towards the source of this smell. And here it is. Disgusting hellish creature. Right in front of her, in Heaven. Sera flapped her wings menacingly, now towering over Domino. All her eyes were now wide open as she took her full seraphim form. This creature wasn't that spy sinner, but it didn't matter. It came from Hell, which means it must be destroyed.]

HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO SNEAK INTO HEAVEN, HELL SPAWN?

@ask-sera (yes, i used that cursed pic again)

Domino was squinting at the sun, becoming more confused by the moment when it didn't hurt his eyes in any way. It was an abrupt change when what felt like a million eyes blocked the sun and trained their gaze solely on him.

He stumbled back, his fake wings flaring as he let go of Dickie Junior to push him away from the eyes. Panic gripped him.

"I dont- I'm not-," he stumbled over his words before taking a breath, his chest puffing out and in as confident a voice he dared to fake, half heartedly projected, "You should get your eyes- NOSE! your nose checked. There's no smell of brimstone here." Domino took what he thought was a discreet sniff at himself, his fake halo askew and bringing attention to his movements.

[ask-sera]

[Sera flapped her wings, knocking Domino off his feet. He fell right onto the angelic steel chains, which immediately wrapped around his body. The same chains were used to catch Ass not so long ago.]

If that were true, you wouldn't have mentioned it yourself.

Because I hadn't said a word about the brimstone smell.

[She lifted Domino by his neck with chains. He still can breathe, but that could easily change with just one wrong word.]

I have to repeat my question now.

HOW DID YOU SNEAK INTO HEAVEN?

I ORDER YOU TO GIVE ME AN ANSWER!

[Apparently, her loud screams and frightening appearance did not go unnoticed, but Sera was so engrossed in interrogating the hellish creature that she was completely oblivious to the crowd gathered around.]

[askthefivefallen]

L&T: *turn from their spot in line at a nearby food truck to see Sera holding up Domino in chains*

L: “This is bad.”

T: “What do we do?” *she clenches her fists* “Breaking those chains- they’re the same ones she used on Ass! What if she-“

L: “We won’t let it come to that. We can’t lie to her but we don’t need to tell her the whole truth, either.”

J: “Oh no, Domino!” *he starts pushing through the gathering onlookers*

L: “Babe, get him and find Emily.”

T: “What about-“

L: “I’ll be fine. We need to save who we can. Go.”

T: “… you better not get caught, too.” *she turns and uses her wings to jump in front of Junior, wrapping him up in a bear hug* “C’mon, man, we gotta go.”

J: “But Domino-“

T: “Lefty’s gonna get him. I’m getting you.”

J: “Tits, we can’t just-“

T: “I’m not a fan of this plan, either, but I trust her.” *she frowns* “She’ll come back. I know it.”

J: “But-“

T: “I’m sorry, Junior, but Domino knew the risk he was taking. If Lefty can get him out of this, she’ll do it.”

J: “That’s a pretty big fucking if!”

T: *she hates that she agrees with him*

L: *she lands beside Sera and bows* “High Seraphim, thank you. We’d known this Hellborn had found his way to Heaven after news broke of the event being hosted by Seraphim Adina but I’d lost track of him while trying to not alarm the Winners. I will remand him to the appropriate authorities upon returning to Hell, where he belongs. I apologize for this grievous trespass upon the Golden City’s holy Light.”

A: *a ways from the commotion, she struggles to move, but Shamira keeps her rooted to the spot*

I need to help!

You will only make things worse.

I can’t let her do to Lefty what she did to me! Not even Domino! I’m not standing by and doing nothing!

Intervening puts us all in danger! Your presence won’t help!

I have to try!

Shamira feels for Ass but there is too much Wrath in Sera right now. If they approach, Sera’s retribution will be swift, merciless, and neither of them will survive long enough to be sorry. Only Emily will remain. For all their sakes, she fights to keep Ass still.

And she wishes Lefty luck she will sorely need.

[seraphim-adina]

The day had gone pretty well, all things considered. Since all of Heaven seemed to be enjoying themselves because of her Emily's hard work, she treated herself and Lee (still thankfully in disguise) to some cocktails by the water.

It was a wonderful date, until she heard Sera's shrill screaming.

Sera? That sounds serious. Lee, stay here.

She hurries off to Sera's side to see the commotion, not even waiting for Lee's response. She is confused by the sight of the unfamiliar Hellhound in front of her, but still has to feign shock as to not give away any indication that she knew about Sinners entering Heaven on this day. And that angel...her eyes looked familiar...

What is this, Sera~? A demon on Heavenly ground~? What shall we do with it~? -🐇

@ask-sera

[ask-sera]

[Sera slapped Lefty away. She looked at the Fallen exorcist with pure disgust.]

Do you think I'm a FOOL?

If everything were like this, you would have warned me… No. You would have warned Ass, and stayed in Hell. Currently she's in Heaven legally, unlike you. You wouldn't take that risk.

However, since you did…

[Sera lifted Lefty up by the collar of her shirt.]

I assume you brought this hell-spawn here yourself. So answer me, how did you get up here?

HOW DARE YOU GET UP HE-

[Sera stopped mid-sentence as she heard Adina's voice. She turned her gaze to the seraph, not letting go of Lefty.]

..Adina? Well, you're just in time. Explain, how you allowed the people from Hell to be at the.. beach-.. uh-.. day?.. What is this smell, Adina?

[Sera opened her eyes wide, looking intently at Adina. Seriously, what is this? Her eyes (what were usually closed) now see hand marks all over the seraph's body. Including the ones from a creature clearly belonging to Hell.]

[Traitor? No, it can't be. She involuntarily squeezed Lefty's collar in her hands, making it difficult for the exorcist to breathe or talk. She continues to study Adina with her gaze, without saying a word.]

[dammitdomino]

Domino grimaced as the chains clasped around his body, they didn't burn, more like a light stinging. As the feeling hit him wherever the chains touched he instantly relaxed, allowing their magic to cover him. It put him more at ease to know there was pain in Heaven.

While he had been musing an explosion of movement had happened around him. Juniors sister(? he still wasn't clear on that) had attempted to step in on his behalf and had also been caught in the larger angels grip. Between the High Seraphim looking like she was about to explode and a new seraph seemingly talking to her and drawing her attention for just a moment, he lit up at the opening created.

The chains fell to the ground with a clatter as Lefty was dumped to the ground where he had been contained, Domino himself clutched in Sera's grip by the straps holding on his fake wings. He cleared his throat and went as doe-eyed as possible before addressing her in a voice pitched up from his usual. "I'm so sorry I snuck into Heaven on your special beach day. Maybe you can take me to your private Heaven dungeon and spank me for being such a naughty boy, Mommy,,, sorry! Uh mommy, no sorry. Mom- MA'AM!"

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

*Emily stood stock still in fear as she watched the exchange, chains that previously had held Ass wrapped around Domino, a hand to Lefty’s throat. This was her fault, she had brought them all here*

*What wasn’t her fault was… whatever it was that Domino had just done*

“Oh my god, she’s going to kill him!” *She didn’t wait, her wings spreading before she took off, flying over the small crowd of winners and landing next to Adina and putting her hands up in what she hoped was a placating gesture*

“Sera! This is definitely not a great situation, but you need to remember where you are right now. Remember who is in attendance. This isn’t the time or place to invoke divine justice, especially not if it goes against contracts set in place to keep heaven safe. This isn’t a hostile takeover, this is a troublemaker here to enjoy a party! It’s what the hellhounds are known for! Release him and show heaven and hell that the seraphim are patient, kind and charitable even to those who may not deserve it!”

*She turns to Adina, pleading with her eyes for a truce, even if only for a few moments*

“There is no threat that heaven cannot win against if we choose to stick to our virtues and our faith in the greater good! This is not a sinner who chose sin in life. This is a hellborn who knows no better than the life he’s always lived. Show him a new way through mercy and forgiveness!”

[askthefivefallen]

Shamira and Ass are in agreement briefly, quickly following after Emily. The moment they land, though, their attentions split.

Emily needs us.

You don’t know what it’s like being held in angelic steel chains! Lefty needs me!

Lefty will be fine-

You don’t know that!

Are you saying we abandon Emily?

No, no, I- I just-

Emily is the priority.

I know! But Lefty risked her life for me! She helped Emily! She’s our friend!

Shamira keeps her attention on Emily and Sera but she feels Ass fighting to turn and look at Lefty.

At least check on her!

Sera is the threat. I will not turn away from the threat.

What’s the point of being a guardian if you never check on the ones you’re guarding?!

Shamira has to falter at that point and Ass seizes on it to turn.

L: *shaken by the sudden threat to her existence, she pushes herself to her hands and knees and tucks her wings in close; this is not a fight she can win, she knows that, and she’s unsure how far Emily’s grace can go*

J: “Tits, you need to calm down!”

T: “NO!” *they’ve switched positions, with Junior trying- and failing- to hold Tits back from reaching Lefty’s side* “I’m not letting her fight Sera alone!”

J: “No one’s fighting Sera!”

T: “Wait until I get over there!”

L: *she can just barely hear Tits’ voice and looks up, shaking her head frantically; Domino’s fate is in his hands- or Sera’s- now. There’s nothing more she can do, so she tries to crawl to the crowd and make an escape*

J: “See? We need to go.”

T: “Not without Lefty.”

Fuck, I hope Lefty can get out of here.

For all our sakes, I hope so, too.

[ask-sera]

[Sera slowly turned her head towards Domino again, dumbstruck by his… offer. Needless to say, she instantly forgot about all these suspicious marks on Adina’s body. Seraphim was just standing still, focusing her gaze on the hellish creature.]

[It dared to open its mouth and mock her in the presence of all Heaven. Making it's way up here just to infect this pure place with its sin. Without any doubt, it's a threat to Heaven. Sera began to concentrate the holy light in her hand, intending to deal with this vile creature once and for all. The only thing that stopped her from doing this right then and there was Emily.]

[Sera frowned and turned her head away from the younger seraph, still unable to bring herself to accept her changed aura and all these traces of Ass’ dirty hands touching her. However, despite this, Emily's words about those "in attendance" forced her to calm down a little and close several dozen eyes so as not to look so frightening. Sera immediately turned her head in Ray's direction with a worried look.. only to see the little exorcist shaking in fear. Why are you afraid? I'm protecting this place, don't you see? You should admire me, like every hero!.. Sera hid her face with her hand, turning away from Ray and silently listening to Emily's speech to the end.]

…It seems you're having difficulties distinguishing between patience and irresponsibility, Emily. How can souls feel safe and sound in Heaven knowing that we're recklessly allowing hell-spawn, the fallen, and sinners to walk around the streets? How do you think they would feel if we just trusted one of these creatures? Showed "patience" and let him go, as you say, risking the safety of all Heaven?

[She suddenly lowered the tone of her voice and finally looked Emily in the eyes.]

Besides, I can already see who helped this creature and several fallen ones get up here. You should go after Lefty, Emily. Now.

Go, while I still care to follow your advice and show "patience".

[Sera chained Domino back up again, obviously not intending to let him go.]

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

*Emily moved without thinking. In a flash she was in her full seraphim form, her halo, wings and chest opening. She spread herself to be as wide as possible as she stood between Sera and Domino*

“No! I will not allow a murder on sacred holy ground!”

“Turn the other cheek and find a mirror Sera! I wonder, what does genocide looks like to your eyes?! Does it look like the finger prints of a lover or is it a poison in your veins? Does it spread to every one of your fingers? Did the darkness take your heart too? Where is my dear sister who meant so much? Where is she who meant protection and light? Who stands before me now?!”

*Emily’s eyes were dry but her hands shook as they squeezed themselves into fists*

“Is this the crowning achievement of heaven? Loyalty to order before kindness? You have such a respect for the virtues until it is your own in the spotlight! You jump through all of these hoops, these justifications for oppression and suffering and for what? To save face? Is that all you feel you are? I love you Sera! You’re my sister, my guardian, you raised me! Why can’t that be enough? Why can’t we just choose to do better next time? Why do we have to be perfect in imperfect circumstances? Why can’t we just be happy?!”

[askthefivefallen]

Shamira and Ass watched in horror; with as furious as Emily was, as furious as Sera was, one of them was about to snap. A golden shine descended upon Shamira's eyes and she suddenly Knew.

I might have the path forward. You must trust me.

Done; just do something, quick.

Go to Emily. Protect her. Now.

Ass moved to protect Emily. Shamira had a different target. The pain as they conflicted was excruciating but only for a moment as gold light suffused their being. From the light, Shamira shoots forward, calling her sword to her hand.

A: *she darts out from the blinding light, putting herself between Emily and Sera and throwing up her hands while spreading her wings wide; she's prepared for Sera to lash out again, to bind her in chains. She doesn't expect to see Shamira, golden wings and halo, shooting past her with her sword out*

Shamira stabs her sword into Domino's back, the blade running him through and nearly cutting into Sera's nose. His chest burns with golden light, cracks of it spreading through his fur until his entire body explods into a shower of golden sparks. Shamira drops down to the sand, crouching to snatch up a bit of fabric that remained amidst the fake wings and halo, and then she whirls around, stabbing her sword forward again. This time, her blade buries itself in Ass' chest.

A: *she's shocked at first, then looks down to see the golden sword in her chest, right in her sternum. It should outright kill her. Yet, as her breathing stutters in her chest, she feels a vaguely familiar sensation* "Oh. Okay. Um. Are we done with this now?"

"Quite." Shamira stands tall and pulls her sword back, leaving not even a mark in Ass' chest. She then turns to Sera. "As you have requested, the taint upon Heaven's Light has been removed. However, I can do nothing to Ass, just as I can harm no Winner, no Angel. You gave me the power to Judge the souls before me and to destroy the Wicked. Ass is not Wicked. I can do her no harm." Shamira bows at the waist. "I apologize, Head Seraphim. I was aware of Emily's surprise to bring Ass' dearest friends to Heaven and reunite them and Judged it to be harmless enough not to warrant intervention. I didn't realize such a creature as the one formerly before you had slipped through as well. Ass has no means of communicating with her fellow Fallen. This was their one chance to see each other again."

A: *she sighs heavily, shoulders slumping as she crosses her arms over her bare chest* "Look, Sera... I understand you don't like me. Just... stop blaming Emily for that. I've spent my whole existence being hated by almost everyone. Direct it at me. That's fine. I was created to be hated. And it made me want to hate everyone else in return. But, ever since meeting Emily... I just want to be a good girlfriend. To make her smile and laugh. I just want her happiness and to mend bridges with the only people who took the time to get to know me." *she looks up, meeting Sera's eyes* "I know you'll never be in that camp... and I know that it's my fault. I'm sorry. I really, genuinely wish I could be the person you believe Emily deserves." *she chuckles* "And, even though she just stabbed me... Shamira's pretty great, too."

Shamira turns around, spotting the faint glow of a golden halo hanging above Ass' head. It's not a proper halo, and her wings have returned to their faded gray colors, but it's clear she's not quite Fallen, not anymore. Then, Shamira notices another detail. "Ass. Where is your shirt?"

A: "You're wearing it." *she pointedly glances down* "I got the keep the shorts, though."

Shamira blinks, then looks down, the opened shirt giving her a clear enough view. Thankfully, it was long enough in the back to hide her rear... somewhat. She dismisses her sword to quickly start buttoning up the shirt.

A: *she takes the moment to take a step back, lowering her voice* "Trust us. Please. Please. Your knight wouldn't betray you and neither would I."

T: *she's shocked, holding onto a sobbing Junior, unsure if she wants to kill Sera, Ass, or Shamira, or just grab Lefty and Junior and leave Heaven to never return*

L: *she manages to gain her feet and goes to Tits' other side, leaning against her, some of her strength taken by the chains and shaken by the whole experience*

[dammitdomino]

Domino watched from his new position, once again in chains, as Sera became more and more enraged. His brow furrowed as the stinging scent of Wrath wafted off her, and he thought for the first time this whole day that he may have underestimated the risk coming to Heaven held.

The pleasant surprise of Lefty and Emily coming to his defense was overshadowed by the sheer confusion Sera instilled in him. This was Not the same person Lucifer had spoken to him about (not to him, not really. Just another one of his creations, as he spoke outloud to himself in his workshop however many millennia ago.) The Sera that Lucifer had described was strict, but not Wrathful. Serious but not unkind. This Sera was Wrathful, and Prideful, and Zealous.

Domino watched, and waited, looking for another opening to hopefully draw her attention again. It was his fault this was happening and he would be actually dammed if he allowed anyone else to take the fall for his choices.

THERE WAS A FUCKING SWORD IN HIS CHEST, FUCK.

He felt the holy energy buring through his body and his control over the construct began to splinter. As it disintegrated in a fabulous light show, his fuzzy wormy body fell to the sand. His little tag that usually read "Made in Hell™️" instead read "I'm sorry" as he went dormant.

[dammitdomino]

[Sera went to get drinks for herself and Ray. Despite all the angels and winners who kept occasionally distracting her from the deserved rest, for the first time in many years without days off, Sera was finally doing... well? Suddenly she felt a strange, unpleasant and helluva familiar smell. Brimstone.]

[Stunned, Sera dropped the drinks from her hands and silently walked towards the source of this smell. And here it is. Disgusting hellish creature. Right in front of her, in Heaven. Sera flapped her wings menacingly, now towering over Domino. All her eyes were now wide open as she took her full seraphim form. This creature wasn't that spy sinner, but it didn't matter. It came from Hell, which means it must be destroyed.]

HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO SNEAK INTO HEAVEN, HELL SPAWN?

@ask-sera (yes, i used that cursed pic again)

Domino was squinting at the sun, becoming more confused by the moment when it didn't hurt his eyes in any way. It was an abrupt change when what felt like a million eyes blocked the sun and trained their gaze solely on him.

He stumbled back, his fake wings flaring as he let go of Dickie Junior to push him away from the eyes. Panic gripped him.

"I dont- I'm not-," he stumbled over his words before taking a breath, his chest puffing out and in as confident a voice he dared to fake, half heartedly projected, "You should get your eyes- NOSE! your nose checked. There's no smell of brimstone here." Domino took what he thought was a discreet sniff at himself, his fake halo askew and bringing attention to his movements.

[ask-sera]

[Sera flapped her wings, knocking Domino off his feet. He fell right onto the angelic steel chains, which immediately wrapped around his body. The same chains were used to catch Ass not so long ago.]

If that were true, you wouldn't have mentioned it yourself.

Because I hadn't said a word about the brimstone smell.

[She lifted Domino by his neck with chains. He still can breathe, but that could easily change with just one wrong word.]

I have to repeat my question now.

HOW DID YOU SNEAK INTO HEAVEN?

I ORDER YOU TO GIVE ME AN ANSWER!

[Apparently, her loud screams and frightening appearance did not go unnoticed, but Sera was so engrossed in interrogating the hellish creature that she was completely oblivious to the crowd gathered around.]

[askthefivefallen]

L&T: *turn from their spot in line at a nearby food truck to see Sera holding up Domino in chains*

L: “This is bad.”

T: “What do we do?” *she clenches her fists* “Breaking those chains- they’re the same ones she used on Ass! What if she-“

L: “We won’t let it come to that. We can’t lie to her but we don’t need to tell her the whole truth, either.”

J: “Oh no, Domino!” *he starts pushing through the gathering onlookers*

L: “Babe, get him and find Emily.”

T: “What about-“

L: “I’ll be fine. We need to save who we can. Go.”

T: “… you better not get caught, too.” *she turns and uses her wings to jump in front of Junior, wrapping him up in a bear hug* “C’mon, man, we gotta go.”

J: “But Domino-“

T: “Lefty’s gonna get him. I’m getting you.”

J: “Tits, we can’t just-“

T: “I’m not a fan of this plan, either, but I trust her.” *she frowns* “She’ll come back. I know it.”

J: “But-“

T: “I’m sorry, Junior, but Domino knew the risk he was taking. If Lefty can get him out of this, she’ll do it.”

J: “That’s a pretty big fucking if!”

T: *she hates that she agrees with him*

L: *she lands beside Sera and bows* “High Seraphim, thank you. We’d known this Hellborn had found his way to Heaven after news broke of the event being hosted by Seraphim Adina but I’d lost track of him while trying to not alarm the Winners. I will remand him to the appropriate authorities upon returning to Hell, where he belongs. I apologize for this grievous trespass upon the Golden City’s holy Light.”

A: *a ways from the commotion, she struggles to move, but Shamira keeps her rooted to the spot*

I need to help!

You will only make things worse.

I can’t let her do to Lefty what she did to me! Not even Domino! I’m not standing by and doing nothing!

Intervening puts us all in danger! Your presence won’t help!

I have to try!

Shamira feels for Ass but there is too much Wrath in Sera right now. If they approach, Sera’s retribution will be swift, merciless, and neither of them will survive long enough to be sorry. Only Emily will remain. For all their sakes, she fights to keep Ass still.

And she wishes Lefty luck she will sorely need.

[seraphim-adina]

The day had gone pretty well, all things considered. Since all of Heaven seemed to be enjoying themselves because of her Emily's hard work, she treated herself and Lee (still thankfully in disguise) to some cocktails by the water.

It was a wonderful date, until she heard Sera's shrill screaming.

Sera? That sounds serious. Lee, stay here.

She hurries off to Sera's side to see the commotion, not even waiting for Lee's response. She is confused by the sight of the unfamiliar Hellhound in front of her, but still has to feign shock as to not give away any indication that she knew about Sinners entering Heaven on this day. And that angel...her eyes looked familiar...

What is this, Sera~? A demon on Heavenly ground~? What shall we do with it~? -🐇

@ask-sera

[ask-sera]

[Sera slapped Lefty away. She looked at the Fallen exorcist with pure disgust.]

Do you think I'm a FOOL?

If everything were like this, you would have warned me… No. You would have warned Ass, and stayed in Hell. Currently she's in Heaven legally, unlike you. You wouldn't take that risk.

However, since you did…

[Sera lifted Lefty up by the collar of her shirt.]

I assume you brought this hell-spawn here yourself. So answer me, how did you get up here?

HOW DARE YOU GET UP HE-

[Sera stopped mid-sentence as she heard Adina's voice. She turned her gaze to the seraph, not letting go of Lefty.]

..Adina? Well, you're just in time. Explain, how you allowed the people from Hell to be at the.. beach-.. uh-.. day?.. What is this smell, Adina?

[Sera opened her eyes wide, looking intently at Adina. Seriously, what is this? Her eyes (what were usually closed) now see hand marks all over the seraph's body. Including the ones from a creature clearly belonging to Hell.]

[Traitor? No, it can't be. She involuntarily squeezed Lefty's collar in her hands, making it difficult for the exorcist to breathe or talk. She continues to study Adina with her gaze, without saying a word.]

[dammitdomino]

Domino grimaced as the chains clasped around his body, they didn't burn, more like a light stinging. As the feeling hit him wherever the chains touched he instantly relaxed, allowing their magic to cover him. It put him more at ease to know there was pain in Heaven.

While he had been musing an explosion of movement had happened around him. Juniors sister(? he still wasn't clear on that) had attempted to step in on his behalf and had also been caught in the larger angels grip. Between the High Seraphim looking like she was about to explode and a new seraph seemingly talking to her and drawing her attention for just a moment, he lit up at the opening created.

The chains fell to the ground with a clatter as Lefty was dumped to the ground where he had been contained, Domino himself clutched in Sera's grip by the straps holding on his fake wings. He cleared his throat and went as doe-eyed as possible before addressing her in a voice pitched up from his usual. "I'm so sorry I snuck into Heaven on your special beach day. Maybe you can take me to your private Heaven dungeon and spank me for being such a naughty boy, Mommy,,, sorry! Uh mommy, no sorry. Mom- MA'AM!"

[dammitdomino]

[Sera went to get drinks for herself and Ray. Despite all the angels and winners who kept occasionally distracting her from the deserved rest, for the first time in many years without days off, Sera was finally doing... well? Suddenly she felt a strange, unpleasant and helluva familiar smell. Brimstone.]

[Stunned, Sera dropped the drinks from her hands and silently walked towards the source of this smell. And here it is. Disgusting hellish creature. Right in front of her, in Heaven. Sera flapped her wings menacingly, now towering over Domino. All her eyes were now wide open as she took her full seraphim form. This creature wasn't that spy sinner, but it didn't matter. It came from Hell, which means it must be destroyed.]

HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO SNEAK INTO HEAVEN, HELL SPAWN?

@ask-sera (yes, i used that cursed pic again)

Domino was squinting at the sun, becoming more confused by the moment when it didn't hurt his eyes in any way. It was an abrupt change when what felt like a million eyes blocked the sun and trained their gaze solely on him.

He stumbled back, his fake wings flaring as he let go of Dickie Junior to push him away from the eyes. Panic gripped him.

"I dont- I'm not-," he stumbled over his words before taking a breath, his chest puffing out and in as confident a voice he dared to fake, half heartedly projected, "You should get your eyes- NOSE! your nose checked. There's no smell of brimstone here." Domino took what he thought was a discreet sniff at himself, his fake halo askew and bringing attention to his movements.

[askthefivefallen]

EVERYONE STOP WHAT YOU’RE DOING AND GO VOTE FOR SHAMIRA’S SANDCASTLE ITS NUMBER 68!!!

ITS THE ONE THAT LOOKS LIKE HEAVEN AND HELL!!!!

(( @ask-emily-em-emmy ))

T: “Oh, shit! That sounds neat!”

L: “I want it known that I disagree on principle; this seems like a means of skewing the results in Shamira’s favor.”

T: “… so, you’re-“

L: “I’ll still vote for her; I doubt we’ll be in the position to vote in any future sand castle events.”

—————

J: “Oh, shit, Dom, wanna go check out Shamira’s sand castle?”

((@dammitdomino))

[dammitdomino]

Domino looked away from staring at the Heaven sun, "Oh, uh, yeah! Sounds sick!"

[askthefivefallen]

J: "Hey, man, are you okay? I thought you pulled that blonde hunk earlier." *his brows furrow* "Also, don't your eyes... like... hurt from doing that?"

—————

T: "I wonder how- whoa. Holy shit."

L: "... well, if there was any doubt as to whether Shamira was a separate entity or not, I believe this constitutes conclusive evidence to the former."

T: "Yeah, no way Ass would've had the patience to do all this. Kinda surprised she didn't wreck it though."

L: "Tits, don't you dare."

T: "I wasn't gonna!" *nervous chuckle* "I was just thinkin', ya know, it'd be fun!"

L: "Tits, I will buy a couch first thing upon returning to Hell just to exile you there."

T: "Yeah, okay, got it! No touchy the sand city!"

[dammitdomino]

He went back to staring at the Heaven sun, holding Juniors hand and trusting him to lead the way to the sandcastle judging zone.

"So that's the weird thing, dude, it doesn't hurt or seem to cause any damage. It's just bright." He kind of waves his other hand in the air, "Also yeah that hunky blonde guy gave my his number but I'll never see him again so it doesn't matter all that much"

[askthefivefallen]

EVERYONE STOP WHAT YOU’RE DOING AND GO VOTE FOR SHAMIRA’S SANDCASTLE ITS NUMBER 68!!!

ITS THE ONE THAT LOOKS LIKE HEAVEN AND HELL!!!!

(( @ask-emily-em-emmy ))

T: “Oh, shit! That sounds neat!”

L: “I want it known that I disagree on principle; this seems like a means of skewing the results in Shamira’s favor.”

T: “… so, you’re-“

L: “I’ll still vote for her; I doubt we’ll be in the position to vote in any future sand castle events.”

—————

J: “Oh, shit, Dom, wanna go check out Shamira’s sand castle?”

((@dammitdomino))

[dammitdomino]

Domino looked away from staring at the Heaven sun, "Oh, uh, yeah! Sounds sick!"

[askthefivefallen]

Hey! The portal will bring you to the men’s restroom, it feels like the most hidden spot to bring you in that isn’t miles from the beach.

*A portal opens from Ass’s room to the large stall in the men’s bathroom (that had already been checked by Ass as empty ahead of time)*

(( @ask-emily-em-emmy @dammitdomino ))

J: *he sighs and rubs at his forehead* "Alright, Dom. Last chance to call this off. Are you sure this is going to work?"

[dammitdomino]

Domino claps him on the back before bringing his arm around to give Dickie a noogie. "Bro, you gotta relax! Just put this on while I get my little outfit together and we can go slut it up in heaven!" With that statement hanging in the air, he presents Junior with an obviously fake fuzzy halo.

[askthefivefallen]

J: *he sighs, accepting the fuzzy fake halo, half convinced Emily will punt them back to Hell herself* "Nothing ventured... nothing gained... every road is a journey... I can do this."

J: *he slides on the band for the halo and checks himself over in the mirror, reaching into his swim trunks to adjust his packer* "I look... nervous as shit. My gray wings are going to stand out." *he looks over at Domino and sighs* "But I don't think anyone's going to notice me when I'm standing next to you."

[dammitdomino]

Domino reaches out before realizing he cant ruffle Dickies hair without dislodging the new halo. He settles for a pat on the shoulder, "Thats the spirit buddy! And I dont know what you mean, I look sick as hell! But like, the cool hell and not the Hell we just came fro- Whatever, you get it!" Domino adjusts the straps holding his wings on around his shoulders before checking that the headband for his own fake fuzzy halo is sitting right in the mirror.

His face scrunches up in concentration before the wings begin to move and flutter. "Ok cool, that still works! Don't ask questions, lets just get to the beach before all the activities are over!" He charges out of the mens room like an overeager puppy.

[askthefivefallen]

J: *he sighs, then takes a deep breath, puffs out his chest, and follows after Domino at a much more sedate pace...*

T: *peeks into the room* "Coast is clear, c'mon!"

L: "If Righty ever finds out we went up to Heaven again-"

T: "Babe, when are we gettin' a chance like this again?" *she hurries after Junior and through the portal, dragging Lefty behind her. While Tits wears a comically large sunhat and stunning red one piece, Lefty is decked out in a two piece with a sheer shawl wrapped around her hips and shoulders as well as a sunhat* "Let's go splash through the waves!"

L: "I'm coming, I'm coming!" *she tries to hide her amusement* "Remember to apologize to Emily for not asking permission first."

T: "Hey, Junior shouldn't have been talking to Domino about it so loudly!" *they emerge on the other side of the portal, stepping out of the men's restroom and ignoring the odd looks sent their way* "This is going to be so much fun!"

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

“Hello! I’m Emily but you can call me Em, Emmy, E, whatever you’re comfortable with! It’s so good to meet you! You must be Domino and Dickie!”

*She holds out her hand to shake with a wide smile*

“Nice halos!”

*She looks behind them and watch Tits and Lefty slip out* “Oh you both came too? It’s so good to see you!”

[askthefivefallen]

J: "See who- you two!?"

T: "Surprise! We thought we'd come join you on your trip!"

L: "Actually, we were trying to slip in and enjoy the day as well. You and Domino are free to enjoy your... previous plans."

A: *she frowns, brow furrowing* "Tits? Lefty? Since when do you two just casually ditch work to hang out in Heaven?" *her expression immediately smooths out into a wide smile* "Gotta say, I'm impressed! Good to see you fucks again! Oh, and you two should properly meet Shamira."

I don't think this is a good idea.

Oh hush, Sugar, they're gonna love ya as much as they love me.

...

...

...

Okay, they're definitely gonna like you more.

Shamira sighs, stepping forward mentally and offering an awkward little wave. "Uh, hello. Ass has shown me a lot about all of you."

T: "Oh! I wasn't expecting you to sound different."

L: "Tits- don't mind her, please. She doesn't think before she speaks."

T: "Oh, yeah, I didn't mean that in a bad way!"

J: "It's, uh, nice to meet you, Shamira. I hear you and Ass are getting along."

"That's... one way of phrasing it." Shamira looks at the...

That's a Hellhound.

Shamira looks at the Hellhound that stands with Junior. "I'm afraid neither of us have met you, yet. Your name?"

((@dammitdomino))

[dammitdomino]

Domino looked at all the new people, he recognized Tits and Lefty, although them being out of uniform was new. Ass and Shanilla(?), he had missed the name of the other person sharing the same body because Emily was very cute. He took her hand gently and bowed over it before kissing the back of her hand.

"I'd love to call you gorgeous but that would be an understatement. Emily is a wonderful name." He looked up from where we was bowed and wiggled his eyebrows at her.

His ears folded back as he felt something focus on him, something dangerous.

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

*Emily blushed as Domino took her hand and kissed it. Her other hand was still in Ass and Shamira’s which very suddenly had a very firm hold on her. This was not good, not good at all. She had to de-escalate this now*

“Uh, yes! Thank you!” *She pulled her hand back at what she hoped was a normal pace* “So this is Ass and Shamira, as previously stated, my two girlfriends. Partners. Protectors.”

*She pulled them closer, hoping that they would get the hint and not launch like it felt like they were gearing up to do*

[askthefivefallen]

We kill him.

We can’t kill him.

He is a hellhound touching a seraphim! He’s waggling his eyebrows at our girlfriend! He kissed her hand! Why can’t we kill him?

He’s Junior’s friend and it would draw too much attention. We wait, we maim him, and then let him serve as a warning.

Fine.

A: *she’s a hair’s breadth away from summoning her ax- or Shamira’s sword, honestly, they’re both vying for control at this point- but Emily is doing what she does best, effortlessly stepping in to soothe their fury in every way she can, tightening the metaphorical leash to bring them both to heel*

J: *he grabs Domino by the shoulders and gently pulls him back* "Uh, Dom, you should probably apologize. Ass isn't exactly known for her graciousness."

T: "She's being remarkably chill, though."

L: "In her position, I have a feeling you would've already swung."

T: "You wouldn't?"

L: "If I fought every person who flirts with you- or every person you flirt with on accident- I'd never stop fighting." *she shrugs* "It's me you come back to, so I simply don't concern myself with it. You're perfectly capable of determining and enforcing your own boundaries."

T: "... is it... weird that I find that kinda romantic?"

L: "Well, I'd say no, but I'm biased."

J: "Could you two stop being cute with each other and help me?"

A: "You still haven't introduced yourself, idiot." *her voice comes out as a growl* "So, go on. What name am I carving into your fucking headstone?"

J: "Ass, please, he's like this with everyone, he doesn't mean anything by it.

"That is not the reassurance you seem to believe it is."

A: "Junior, I am only letting him live because he's your friend. If anyone else just pulled a stunt like that in front of me, they'd be dead." *she ruffles her feathers and mantles her wings, every muscle in her body winding tight; she's holding back, because Emily's hand is still in hers, but neither she nor Shamira want to and that's about to be a problem* "Lucky for him, I'm willing to accept an apology."

"And it better come quick." Shamira is wrestling with Ass, trying to shove past her; she has far less forgiveness and compassion in her for such transgressions.

[dammitdomino]

Domino stumbles back as he looks back and forth from Emily and who he now recognized from Juniors descriptions as Ass. "Ohhh, you're the- And shes- with another person in the same body... Junior didnt tell me you were so hot." He shakes his head before realizing she seemed actually mad, which wasn't new. "I'm Domino and this, Junior, is why its good to have thick skin and a fast getaway. Though I'm not opposed to having you step on me, Emily can watch, or join! I'm not picky and I have no self-preservation instincts. We can work out that anger in a constructive way!"

When she didnt seem amused, he rubbed the back of his head with a grin and a pair of glasses appeared on his face. "If you were going to swing though, you wouldn't hit a guy with glasses, would ya?"

[askthefivefallen]

... oh, fuck me. He reminds me of Righty.

Righty is nothing like him!

She can piss me off with a look and she never admits when she's in the wrong!

... okay, he has a passing resemblance to Righty. I suppose this means- wait, why are you-

Oh, a resemblance to Righty is not a good thing.

J: "Dom, just- listen." *he offers a weak smile* "Can we agree that this... was a bad first impression and try again another time?"

T: "Are we going to help?"

L: "No. Junior has this well in hand."

J: "No! I don't!"

L: "And this isn't the hotel. We have no authority here."

T: "I guess you've got a point."

J: "Are you two really going to abandon me!? When Ass is about to kill my friend!?"

L: "She won't kill him." *she pauses* "Might maim him fairly bad but he'll survive."

J: "Not! Comforting!"

A: "Listen, Domino." *she spits the name out before stopping, taking in a deep breath, and then releasing it slowly* "I'm only not wrecking your shit because this is supposed to be a chill day with my girlfriends. Shamira is only not wrecking your shit because I'm telling her not to. You're on thin fucking ice with both of us but... I get it. You're a fucking hellhound, you've been around the rings. Just try to keep a lower profile around here, okay? If Sera or one of the other seraphim catches Junior, he's going to get in a lot of trouble. You will, too, but I ain't risking my neck to save your stupid ass. Do we have an understanding?"

You're being remarkably level headed about this.

Look, I've missed Junior, Lefty, and Tits. If either of us lose our shit right now, it's gonna draw too much attention, and if Sera finds out Emily helped them get here...

Ah. Of course. The one thing that can force you to show some restraint.

Fuck you; don't act like that's not helping you calm down, too.

A: "I'm fuckin' serious, man. If you get Junior pulled into some shit, no power in Heaven or Hell's gonna make you feel better once I'm done with you."

[dammitdomino]

Domino blinked a few times before raising his eyebrows and putting his hands up in a non threatening gesture. He seemed to straighten up as his glasses went... somewhere and a strange twinkle entered his eye. "Queen bees left tit, I think i would have preferred you wreck my shit as opposed to jumping to assume that just because I'm a hellhound I dont hold any accountability for how my actions can negatively effect my friends."

A bark-like laugh escaped him as he went to slap Ass-mira on the back before thinking better of it. "Besides, if I had known you were such a hard ass," he winked, "I wouldn't have bothered. My bad dude, I'll just have to assume angels that arent fallen hate fun. I hope the beach is at least cool since heaven seems kinda boring so far."

With that statement hanging in the air and without waiting to see how anyone had reacted he grabbed Junior and began walking away towards the beach. "Bro, you're so right, that was a terrible first impression. Hope your sister can have some good enough sex to get that stick out of her,,, uh Ass. Damn that's a lot of puns just hanging out in the open, huh"

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

Don’t smile. Do not smile. Do not encourage this behavior now or it will only be worse next time something like this happens.

*Emily looks at Ass and Shamira and absolutely scrambles. Her smile is blinding as she looks at her knight and her beast, who may have very well traded positions with the level of aggression Shamira had shown in her defense and the strength and nobility that Ass had presented*

*With little warning given Emily released their hand and launched up with all six wings, sand going flying. She dropped into their arms with a cry* “Carry me!”

*Ass and Shamira caught her, bridal style and she wrapped her arm around their shoulder a kissed their lips* “You’re carrying me for the foreseeable future.” *She turned to Lefty and Tits* “It was good seeing you both, we have thing to do, so we’ll be seeing you later.”

[askthefivefallen]

Oh.

Yeah.

I felt that, too.

Good. I think that kiss was meant for both of us.

I... thought she would be at least a little upset...

Eh, we might get a little lecture later, but right now, I think she's just happy we kept our cool.

Very well, then. Reasonable. I still think we should've at least hit him once.

Oh, shocking, the warrior angel wanted to fight a hellborn.

I- hmmm... interesting.

A: *she looks over at Tits and Lefty* "Hey, we'll catch up later, yeah?"

T: "Yeah, of course!" *she beams and waves* "You three have fun!"

L: "We'll keep an eye on Junior and Domino... from a safe distance."

A: "Safe for who?"

L: "Yes."

A: "... yeah, okay, fair." *she flashes a smile at Emily* "So! How about we get to that... thing, hmmm?"

---

J: *he sighs, shaking his head while walking with Domino* "Ass has always been a bit... defensive, and coming on so strong to her girlfriend? Right in front of her? Ass can take a joke but those through went through a lot to be together. Like... Ass was almost gone gone."

J: "Give it some time, though. She doesn't like to have it pointed out but she's actually pretty damn forgiving. She gets along with Tits just fine."

[dammitdomino]

"I'll be completely honest, DJ, I was already balls deep in that interaction before I put the pieces together. Totally my bad, for real. I'll see if they're open to talking about it later, really wasn't trying to step on any toes." Domino grimaces a bit before lowering his voice. "By the way, I know we mostly go places in Hell that are relatively safe for you, but you cannot backpedal and apologize if something like that happens down there. It's a major sign of weakness, not to mention that usually works for me with the succubi and incubi. They love a man thats forward with what hes about. Just don't have a glass jaw!"

He claps Dickie on the back with a grin, "Enough about your family, lets scope out some hotties on the beach! Theres gotta be more tops here other than your sister." He fluffs his fake wings up as they finally reach the waters edge.

[dammitdomino]

Domino took a deep breath before letting it out slowly. He stepped into the water and seemed to contemplate the clear Heavenly water before turning to Junior with a grin. "Dickie, this has been the single most confusing day of my life, including the day I was created. At least the water is nice." He splashed at the waves soaking his paws before turning to head over to the beachside weight lifting area. "Also, I've never even seen a bible, much less read one. How do you know if the person you're trying to bone down is compatible with you, like imagine being both bottoms!?"

As they reached the railing his eyes roved over the Winners that were obviously working out for aesthetics only, he supposed there wasnt much else to do in Heaven. Fuckers probably didn't even need jobs. "Welp, lets get out there and see if we can't at least get a date or a kiss or whatever passes for fooling around up here. Take off your shirt and pick up something heavy!" He hopped the fence and pointed to an already loaded barbell.

[askthefivefallen]

Hey! The portal will bring you to the men’s restroom, it feels like the most hidden spot to bring you in that isn’t miles from the beach.

*A portal opens from Ass’s room to the large stall in the men’s bathroom (that had already been checked by Ass as empty ahead of time)*

(( @ask-emily-em-emmy @dammitdomino ))

J: *he sighs and rubs at his forehead* "Alright, Dom. Last chance to call this off. Are you sure this is going to work?"

[dammitdomino]

Domino claps him on the back before bringing his arm around to give Dickie a noogie. "Bro, you gotta relax! Just put this on while I get my little outfit together and we can go slut it up in heaven!" With that statement hanging in the air, he presents Junior with an obviously fake fuzzy halo.

[askthefivefallen]

J: *he sighs, accepting the fuzzy fake halo, half convinced Emily will punt them back to Hell herself* "Nothing ventured... nothing gained... every road is a journey... I can do this."

J: *he slides on the band for the halo and checks himself over in the mirror, reaching into his swim trunks to adjust his packer* "I look... nervous as shit. My gray wings are going to stand out." *he looks over at Domino and sighs* "But I don't think anyone's going to notice me when I'm standing next to you."

[dammitdomino]

Domino reaches out before realizing he cant ruffle Dickies hair without dislodging the new halo. He settles for a pat on the shoulder, "Thats the spirit buddy! And I dont know what you mean, I look sick as hell! But like, the cool hell and not the Hell we just came fro- Whatever, you get it!" Domino adjusts the straps holding his wings on around his shoulders before checking that the headband for his own fake fuzzy halo is sitting right in the mirror.

His face scrunches up in concentration before the wings begin to move and flutter. "Ok cool, that still works! Don't ask questions, lets just get to the beach before all the activities are over!" He charges out of the mens room like an overeager puppy.

[askthefivefallen]

J: *he sighs, then takes a deep breath, puffs out his chest, and follows after Domino at a much more sedate pace...*

T: *peeks into the room* "Coast is clear, c'mon!"

L: "If Righty ever finds out we went up to Heaven again-"

T: "Babe, when are we gettin' a chance like this again?" *she hurries after Junior and through the portal, dragging Lefty behind her. While Tits wears a comically large sunhat and stunning red one piece, Lefty is decked out in a two piece with a sheer shawl wrapped around her hips and shoulders as well as a sunhat* "Let's go splash through the waves!"

L: "I'm coming, I'm coming!" *she tries to hide her amusement* "Remember to apologize to Emily for not asking permission first."

T: "Hey, Junior shouldn't have been talking to Domino about it so loudly!" *they emerge on the other side of the portal, stepping out of the men's restroom and ignoring the odd looks sent their way* "This is going to be so much fun!"

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

“Hello! I’m Emily but you can call me Em, Emmy, E, whatever you’re comfortable with! It’s so good to meet you! You must be Domino and Dickie!”

*She holds out her hand to shake with a wide smile*

“Nice halos!”

*She looks behind them and watch Tits and Lefty slip out* “Oh you both came too? It’s so good to see you!”

[askthefivefallen]

J: "See who- you two!?"

T: "Surprise! We thought we'd come join you on your trip!"

L: "Actually, we were trying to slip in and enjoy the day as well. You and Domino are free to enjoy your... previous plans."

A: *she frowns, brow furrowing* "Tits? Lefty? Since when do you two just casually ditch work to hang out in Heaven?" *her expression immediately smooths out into a wide smile* "Gotta say, I'm impressed! Good to see you fucks again! Oh, and you two should properly meet Shamira."

I don't think this is a good idea.

Oh hush, Sugar, they're gonna love ya as much as they love me.

...

...

...

Okay, they're definitely gonna like you more.

Shamira sighs, stepping forward mentally and offering an awkward little wave. "Uh, hello. Ass has shown me a lot about all of you."

T: "Oh! I wasn't expecting you to sound different."

L: "Tits- don't mind her, please. She doesn't think before she speaks."

T: "Oh, yeah, I didn't mean that in a bad way!"

J: "It's, uh, nice to meet you, Shamira. I hear you and Ass are getting along."

"That's... one way of phrasing it." Shamira looks at the...

That's a Hellhound.

Shamira looks at the Hellhound that stands with Junior. "I'm afraid neither of us have met you, yet. Your name?"

((@dammitdomino))

[dammitdomino]

Domino looked at all the new people, he recognized Tits and Lefty, although them being out of uniform was new. Ass and Shanilla(?), he had missed the name of the other person sharing the same body because Emily was very cute. He took her hand gently and bowed over it before kissing the back of her hand.

"I'd love to call you gorgeous but that would be an understatement. Emily is a wonderful name." He looked up from where we was bowed and wiggled his eyebrows at her.

His ears folded back as he felt something focus on him, something dangerous.

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

*Emily blushed as Domino took her hand and kissed it. Her other hand was still in Ass and Shamira’s which very suddenly had a very firm hold on her. This was not good, not good at all. She had to de-escalate this now*

“Uh, yes! Thank you!” *She pulled her hand back at what she hoped was a normal pace* “So this is Ass and Shamira, as previously stated, my two girlfriends. Partners. Protectors.”

*She pulled them closer, hoping that they would get the hint and not launch like it felt like they were gearing up to do*

[askthefivefallen]

We kill him.

We can’t kill him.

He is a hellhound touching a seraphim! He’s waggling his eyebrows at our girlfriend! He kissed her hand! Why can’t we kill him?

He’s Junior’s friend and it would draw too much attention. We wait, we maim him, and then let him serve as a warning.

Fine.

A: *she’s a hair’s breadth away from summoning her ax- or Shamira’s sword, honestly, they’re both vying for control at this point- but Emily is doing what she does best, effortlessly stepping in to soothe their fury in every way she can, tightening the metaphorical leash to bring them both to heel*

J: *he grabs Domino by the shoulders and gently pulls him back* "Uh, Dom, you should probably apologize. Ass isn't exactly known for her graciousness."

T: "She's being remarkably chill, though."

L: "In her position, I have a feeling you would've already swung."

T: "You wouldn't?"

L: "If I fought every person who flirts with you- or every person you flirt with on accident- I'd never stop fighting." *she shrugs* "It's me you come back to, so I simply don't concern myself with it. You're perfectly capable of determining and enforcing your own boundaries."

T: "... is it... weird that I find that kinda romantic?"

L: "Well, I'd say no, but I'm biased."

J: "Could you two stop being cute with each other and help me?"

A: "You still haven't introduced yourself, idiot." *her voice comes out as a growl* "So, go on. What name am I carving into your fucking headstone?"

J: "Ass, please, he's like this with everyone, he doesn't mean anything by it.

"That is not the reassurance you seem to believe it is."

A: "Junior, I am only letting him live because he's your friend. If anyone else just pulled a stunt like that in front of me, they'd be dead." *she ruffles her feathers and mantles her wings, every muscle in her body winding tight; she's holding back, because Emily's hand is still in hers, but neither she nor Shamira want to and that's about to be a problem* "Lucky for him, I'm willing to accept an apology."

"And it better come quick." Shamira is wrestling with Ass, trying to shove past her; she has far less forgiveness and compassion in her for such transgressions.

[dammitdomino]

Domino stumbles back as he looks back and forth from Emily and who he now recognized from Juniors descriptions as Ass. "Ohhh, you're the- And shes- with another person in the same body... Junior didnt tell me you were so hot." He shakes his head before realizing she seemed actually mad, which wasn't new. "I'm Domino and this, Junior, is why its good to have thick skin and a fast getaway. Though I'm not opposed to having you step on me, Emily can watch, or join! I'm not picky and I have no self-preservation instincts. We can work out that anger in a constructive way!"

When she didnt seem amused, he rubbed the back of his head with a grin and a pair of glasses appeared on his face. "If you were going to swing though, you wouldn't hit a guy with glasses, would ya?"

[askthefivefallen]

... oh, fuck me. He reminds me of Righty.

Righty is nothing like him!

She can piss me off with a look and she never admits when she's in the wrong!

... okay, he has a passing resemblance to Righty. I suppose this means- wait, why are you-

Oh, a resemblance to Righty is not a good thing.

J: "Dom, just- listen." *he offers a weak smile* "Can we agree that this... was a bad first impression and try again another time?"

T: "Are we going to help?"

L: "No. Junior has this well in hand."

J: "No! I don't!"

L: "And this isn't the hotel. We have no authority here."

T: "I guess you've got a point."

J: "Are you two really going to abandon me!? When Ass is about to kill my friend!?"

L: "She won't kill him." *she pauses* "Might maim him fairly bad but he'll survive."

J: "Not! Comforting!"

A: "Listen, Domino." *she spits the name out before stopping, taking in a deep breath, and then releasing it slowly* "I'm only not wrecking your shit because this is supposed to be a chill day with my girlfriends. Shamira is only not wrecking your shit because I'm telling her not to. You're on thin fucking ice with both of us but... I get it. You're a fucking hellhound, you've been around the rings. Just try to keep a lower profile around here, okay? If Sera or one of the other seraphim catches Junior, he's going to get in a lot of trouble. You will, too, but I ain't risking my neck to save your stupid ass. Do we have an understanding?"

You're being remarkably level headed about this.

Look, I've missed Junior, Lefty, and Tits. If either of us lose our shit right now, it's gonna draw too much attention, and if Sera finds out Emily helped them get here...

Ah. Of course. The one thing that can force you to show some restraint.

Fuck you; don't act like that's not helping you calm down, too.

A: "I'm fuckin' serious, man. If you get Junior pulled into some shit, no power in Heaven or Hell's gonna make you feel better once I'm done with you."

[dammitdomino]

Domino blinked a few times before raising his eyebrows and putting his hands up in a non threatening gesture. He seemed to straighten up as his glasses went... somewhere and a strange twinkle entered his eye. "Queen bees left tit, I think i would have preferred you wreck my shit as opposed to jumping to assume that just because I'm a hellhound I dont hold any accountability for how my actions can negatively effect my friends."

A bark-like laugh escaped him as he went to slap Ass-mira on the back before thinking better of it. "Besides, if I had known you were such a hard ass," he winked, "I wouldn't have bothered. My bad dude, I'll just have to assume angels that arent fallen hate fun. I hope the beach is at least cool since heaven seems kinda boring so far."

With that statement hanging in the air and without waiting to see how anyone had reacted he grabbed Junior and began walking away towards the beach. "Bro, you're so right, that was a terrible first impression. Hope your sister can have some good enough sex to get that stick out of her,,, uh Ass. Damn that's a lot of puns just hanging out in the open, huh"

[ask-emily-em-emmy]

Don’t smile. Do not smile. Do not encourage this behavior now or it will only be worse next time something like this happens.

*Emily looks at Ass and Shamira and absolutely scrambles. Her smile is blinding as she looks at her knight and her beast, who may have very well traded positions with the level of aggression Shamira had shown in her defense and the strength and nobility that Ass had presented*

*With little warning given Emily released their hand and launched up with all six wings, sand going flying. She dropped into their arms with a cry* “Carry me!”

*Ass and Shamira caught her, bridal style and she wrapped her arm around their shoulder a kissed their lips* “You’re carrying me for the foreseeable future.” *She turned to Lefty and Tits* “It was good seeing you both, we have thing to do, so we’ll be seeing you later.”

[askthefivefallen]

Oh.

Yeah.

I felt that, too.

Good. I think that kiss was meant for both of us.

I... thought she would be at least a little upset...

Eh, we might get a little lecture later, but right now, I think she's just happy we kept our cool.

Very well, then. Reasonable. I still think we should've at least hit him once.

Oh, shocking, the warrior angel wanted to fight a hellborn.

I- hmmm... interesting.

A: *she looks over at Tits and Lefty* "Hey, we'll catch up later, yeah?"

T: "Yeah, of course!" *she beams and waves* "You three have fun!"

L: "We'll keep an eye on Junior and Domino... from a safe distance."

A: "Safe for who?"

L: "Yes."

A: "... yeah, okay, fair." *she flashes a smile at Emily* "So! How about we get to that... thing, hmmm?"

---

J: *he sighs, shaking his head while walking with Domino* "Ass has always been a bit... defensive, and coming on so strong to her girlfriend? Right in front of her? Ass can take a joke but those through went through a lot to be together. Like... Ass was almost gone gone."

J: "Give it some time, though. She doesn't like to have it pointed out but she's actually pretty damn forgiving. She gets along with Tits just fine."

[dammitdomino]

"I'll be completely honest, DJ, I was already balls deep in that interaction before I put the pieces together. Totally my bad, for real. I'll see if they're open to talking about it later, really wasn't trying to step on any toes." Domino grimaces a bit before lowering his voice. "By the way, I know we mostly go places in Hell that are relatively safe for you, but you cannot backpedal and apologize if something like that happens down there. It's a major sign of weakness, not to mention that usually works for me with the succubi and incubi. They love a man thats forward with what hes about. Just don't have a glass jaw!"

He claps Dickie on the back with a grin, "Enough about your family, lets scope out some hotties on the beach! Theres gotta be more tops here other than your sister." He fluffs his fake wings up as they finally reach the waters edge.