[h2]Krone the Scream Taker[/h2] The small one was full of hate and resentment, which he was expecting. He knew that most did not wish to be here and they let their discontent known to all those that would listen, and unfortunately for him, he had to listen. But he did notice that the small one reached for her neck and lightly stroked her fingers over something under her clothes. It was something that she didn't wish to be known or why else would she hide it? Krone's eyes were brought back up to her eyes when she spoke. He slowly lifted an eyebrow at her words, but he did not say anything to her. His black eyes stared back at hers, like endless pits were his eyes. It was rumoured that if any stared into his eyes for too long would lose their soul. That was a simple rumours but his eyes did hold an iciness that made many uncomfortable to be around him for too long. His gaze was only taken off the little Gem when the other quickly spoke up and told her name and said how honored she was. But he knew that she was scared, but if she wasn't then she was surely upset with big here. She was simply trying to play it so that his wrath wouldn't be on her. They were already playing against each other and they didn't even realize it yet. The smallest of smirks came to Krone's lips, if you can even call it a smirk. [color=lightblue]"Politeness will be rewarded, but I am afraid little one that you will find that I do not tolerate such behavior that you have shown me."[/color] He said in a calm voice that held a cold and threatening edge. He hooked his finger under her chin to bring her chin up a little higher. As he did so he made a quick flick and brought up the thing that was hanging from her neck. Pulling the simple chain it came off her neck easily. He eyed the necklace and the ring that dangled from it. This time a cold smile did actually spread across his lips as he looked at the ring. It was simple and small, but it was that held a promise. No wonder the little one was being stubborn. Taking the ring off the chain he turned to Kalani and gently took her hand and placed the ring on her ring finger, he then gently kissed her hand before dropping it and looking at both of the girls. [color=lightblue]"Now if you, Kalani, give that ring back to her, both of you will be flogged. If you, little one, steal the ring both of you will be flogged."[/color] He paused to let what he just said sink in. [color=lightblue]"It must be horrible to have something so close but yet so far.... I can't wait to see how this plays out, to see if you are selfish enough to cause another of your people pain all for a keep sake. I tell you know, little one, who ever gave you that ring will never see you again. And if they do see you it will only be before my axe falls on their necks.[/color] He said calmly and with little emotion as he looked at the girls. It was after that, that he heard the voice slightly the same as the Kings. He turned slightly to see the young prince, he bowed his head slightly to the prince even though he mocked him. Even though the prince was an ass, didn't mean you didn't show some respect. [color=lightblue]"Follow me."[/color] He said as he silently turned on his heels and began to go up a steep flight of stairs. He took them down a few halls until they came to his assigned chamber, which so happened to be the one his father always got. In truth it was a little weird for him to be using the same room that his father used to deflower his new brides. The chamber was impressive though, with a large fire place a huge bed with its frame made of dark ironwood finely carved. Taking a seat infront of the large fire place that was lit, he motioned for his two knew brides to sit. There was no where for them to run or hide as he had guards outside the door and the didn't exactly have many places to hide or stay out of sight in. [color=lightblue]"Now I am Krone, you may call me such or master. But nothing else.... Now tell me about yourself, what are your elements. And little one, there is still time to get in my good graces if you give me your name."[/color] He said as he leaned back in his chair and eyed the two girls, his new brides. [hr] [h2]Raya T'mivus[/h2] Raya had been quiet and still the entire journey to Shadow Worth. She did not move when they stopped the few times to let her out to stretch her legs and do anything else. But she wouldn't move and wouldn't talk even when the Drakken threatened her. They finally gave up and just drove on to the infamous fortress of Shadow Worth. Upon reaching the fortress they took her to get cleaned up and to make her look decent for her knew husband. Though she wouldn't have called the Drakken Lord a husband merely a slave master that wished to have children by her. She knew her roll in Drakken society, she was nothing but a trophy and a baby maker. She didn't wish to be that, but she didn't have a choice as they would kill her family and take her sisters and sell them. Like actually sell them, not like this as this was [i]peace keeping.[/i] No they would be taken to Drakka and sold as slaves and any children born of them would be killed as they would be lower than the dirt. So she was stuck here. Once making her look as pretty as they could, they ushered out to a large hall that was the biggest thing that she was ever seen. She watched as the girls around her began to be taken away, not by the Lord's themselves but their men. Raya hoped that she wouldn't be picked,but her hopes were dashed when she saw a female Drakken on the arm of a male Drakken eye her. He motioned to the guards to grab her. Raya nearly snarled when the guards went to grab her arms. She struggled to get out of their grasp, which made them think she was trying to get away but she just really didn't want them to touch her. She wasn't going to be their bride after all. Once she was in front of the Drakken Lord he reached out and touched her face. That was when she noticed the odd thing covering his eyes. [i]By the Great Mother! He is blind! I am going to a blind Drakken![/i] She thought as she watched her new master. When his hand reached her hip he smiled, though it wasn't kind. It betrayed what he thought and what he wished to do. She closed her eyes when he reached up to touch her face again, only this time he touched the part of her head that had the braids. [color=green]"Raya.... My name is Raya, my Lord."[/color] She said softly after he made a comment about wanting another bride along with her. So she wasn't to be alone, but she had to wonder how a blind Drakken was going to handle two Gem girls. [hr] [h2]Tirza R'Miva[/h2] In truth Tirza was happy to be away with the orphanage, she was about to be kicked out anyway and she would of had no were to go. She had no parents and her wildness kept most from adopting her, not to mention the story of her mother kept people from wanting her. No one wanted a child born out of wedlock and to a woman who was said to be a homewrecker. There was a belief that such children will being such misfortunes. So to be taken away from Gemminia where no one wanted her, to a place where she would be at least wanted for something was actually a step forward. She knew she was only wanted as a trophy and someone to carry the family line, but she rather be those things than dirt. The trip to Shadow Worth was surprisingly short, well for her anyway. It seemed the Gemminites liked to keep their orphanages close to the border, since yeah, might as well take the girls that have no family. Once in the fortress they took her to get ready. She smirked at the Drakken guards when she came out of the bathing room. She was dressed in a long flowing maroon skirt that clung to her hips and a cropped top that pushed up her assets. She could feel their eyes on her and she didn't care, she welcomed it. She was picked and taken to room with two other Gem girls. Both looked scared out of their wits, push overs really. Great her bride sisters wimps and she was going to have to make sure that they didn't be complete push overs. She was suddenly pulled out of her thinking when a large Drakken walked in. He looked rather scary in his armor, but she was intrigued at least. Praeth was the name of her husband and he eyed them all slowly before going to the two shy and scared Gems. Nadia and Araxie, so that was their names. One refused to show off her element out of fear and the other was weak in that department. Nadia seemed to be out right scared and willing to do anything he said, and Araxie seemed like she loved Praeth the instant she saw him. Sure he had an interesting voice and was attractive for a Horn head, but she felt like the Ara was going fan girl or something along those lines. Tirza looked away and was no longer paying much attention to the others as she looked over the room. Her attention was brought back when Praeth apologized for making her wait, though she was sure he wasn't really sorry. [color=pink]"I guess it is...... My name is Tirza and my element is Air."[/color] She said in an almost boring tone and giving a look to match. [color=pink]"I must say my Lord, you really got it real easy with those two. I'm not [i]too[/i] difficult, though my people would say otherwise...... But I guess you will find out if I'm trouble or not."[/color] She said as she gave a sultry smile, goddess she was a confusing person.