World Refugees Final Mix

He winked at Aria, unaffected by her sudden unease. The electric pressure in the air increased.

Song's words, however, seemed to alert something in him other than the playful flirting. He sat up just a little bit straighter at her mention of "two". "Oh? What are the odds?" He climbed to his feet, brushing off nonexistent snow on his coat. "And here I thought my astounding good looks were rare."

Somehow, though, he didn't seem too concerned, as if he were almost expecting Song's reply.

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She rested a hand on her hip, smirking faintly. Dealing with demons had not been included in her plans for the day, but as it seemed to be one of her favorite activities, she was willing to change her schedule....

"Rare, but not unique. Though I admit, I never expected to meet another. You are an incubus, or something similar, aren't you?"

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Well, that explained Pancake's reaction. It was actually less worrying than other possible reasons. She was still wary and still didn't have anything to say.

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He seemed amused at Aria's silence, but didn't remark on it just yet.

"Well, I suppose you would know," he said to Song, chuckling. "You've been with one recently. Hopefully not my sister though - she's terribly fickle around mortal women."

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Song blushed at his words, but wasn't entirely surprised. It just seemed logical that he'd be able to sense some energy signature or demonic 'scent' on her if it was left by one of his own kind.

"Josiah is certainly not your sister, though his companion can be 'fickle around mortal women'. I would assume it's a common trait among succubi, however."

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Aria was beginning to feel awkward since she hadn't said anything in a while. Of course it didn't help that she still didn't know what to say.

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He grinned at Song's blush, leaning against the railing. "Not many people can say that they've lived through an encounter of our kind." He shook his head at mention of the succubus. "Well, I adore my sister, but she is a trifle stubborn."

He turned his attention to Aria. "More comfortable with a one-on-one conversation?"

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"No actually. I just don't have anything to add about the current subject," Aria answered neutrally.

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It was Song's turn to laugh slightly, holding a hand to her mouth in a dainty gesture despite herself.
Charming demons had that effect on her.

"Lilith is more than a trifle stubborn, and I adore her immensely." She hadn't even guessed whether or not this 'sister' of his was her friend. Her comment was nothing more than a casual comparison.

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"That didn't stop you before, love," he teased Aria, the glow in his eyes growing brighter. He absently reached out, brushing his hand across her wrist. A few more people passing on the stairs stopped and turned, some blushing and others shifting almost uncomfortably. But all turned to look at him, even if he didn't notice it.

"So she hasn't changed much in the past few decades," he mused. "A shame. I really thought..." He trailed off, shaking his head with a rueful smile.

He stepped away from the railing then. "I suppose you couldn't tell me where I could find my beloved sister and her... new companion? I must admit, that must have been very interesting between the three of you."

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Pancake wigged out of Aria's arms when he reached out. "Um," She stammered. "Pancake isn't usually afraid of people. It got me curious." She blushed a bit and became silent again.

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Song's smile faltered when the demon touched Aria, and she shot him a brief but sharp glare. It was funny, really, how eager she was to interact with a dangerous entity while at the same time wanting him to have nothing to do with her friends, for their own safety.

She was, however, surprised and intrigued by his confirmation that her Lilith was this sister he spoke of.

As to that final comment of his... if he were anyone else, she might have allowed herself to be flustered, even babble embarrassingly, but knowing what she did about him, she simply could not allow herself to give him that satisfaction.

So she just smirked again and tossed her head, sending her hair flashing out over her shoulder in an all too feminine gesture.

"Hmm... While things are always interesting when the three of us are involved, I'm afraid it's never been the way you imagine. Lilith and I are still working on hugs, and while I'd be honored to gain more of her trust - and perhaps something that rhymes with it - I fear it may take a while."

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"The creature really shouldn't have anything to be afraid of," the man said cheerfully. "I don't mean any harm."

He turned back to Song. "And you know where I could find her?"

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"She's been a bit jumpy lately. She'll probably get over it." Aria took a quick look around to see if the dream hare was still in the area. She spotted the critter a short distance away being cute at a couple kids with snacks. Yup, she'd get over it.

Aria turned her attention back to the conversation though she still didn't have anything to add about Lilith.

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Huh. He could be all seductive to Aria but he didn't so much as smile when she tried to flirt and tease. Song was almost jealous for a moment, irrationally.
Though if he was just being decent because she was attached to another of his kind, she supposed she should be impressed by his restraint.

"Lilith left a month ago, with Josiah. They'll be back, but I have no idea when."

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"And what about you? Will you get over it?" he asked, leaning forward just slightly.

A month, though. He looked thoughtful for a moment and then flashed a smile at Song. "That long? Now I'm really going to have to find something to occupy my time. I really don't feel like chasing the poor girl halfway across the universe again."

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"Um..." Aria resisted the urge to take a step back. Not out of any fear but, she wasn't used to being flirted with by strangers. "I guess..." As long you don't give me a reason to want to shove a tiki torch up your...

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Song pursed her lips, again shifting her gaze between Aria and the demon.

She proceeded in a softly cautious tone. "Well, sir, as much as I would like to invite you to stay, I'm afraid I don't have the right. Your nature may be no fault of your own, but I can't put the women of my city in danger."

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"Wonderful!" he enthused, straightening up and crossing his arms. "I can't leave a lady such as yourself so uncomfortable. It would really break my heart."

He sighed melodramatically. "Whatever will I do, now that I've been tossed to the wayside?"

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Aria really didn't have anything to say to that... that wasn't sarcastic anyway. She didn't know what to think about the idea of him hanging around however long it took for Josiah and Lilith to return.

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Song rolled her eyes. The cheerful, innocent act was cute and all, but she didn't trust him one bit.

Still, she tried to keep up her own friendly act. Her curiosity was far from satisfied

"Well, you needn't leave immediately. Perhaps you could give us your name and then we can share stories of our mutual friend. She may have changed more than you expect."

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He smirked, leaning back against the railing again as his eyes narrowed. "My name is James. And you really should tell me how my beloved sister managed to get along so well considering your protectiveness of this city."

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Now that was something Aria didn't even want to begin to try explaining. Yay for more uncomfortable silence?

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Song, on the other hand, picked up the story easily.

"Lilith is currently sharing the soul of a human, revoking her need to feed on others. She has also managed to free herself from that book, you might be pleased to know."

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