The Golden Age of Greece (Closed, PM to join)

[Mistriss_Isis]

The ocean wind ruffeled the bottom of Alyssa's almost transparent over dress. She was soon going to be sent away to some far off town and made to marry a man she had never met, all for the sake of an alliance. She sighed to herself and shook her head, her blonde locks curling around around her pale face. Her father had never let her out from the palace walls. She only had an idea of what life was really like.

She would run away, at least for a few days, maybe she could find someone to take her away, let her be a common person. She shook her head and made her way down the stairs. Her maids were flitting about, getting her things mostly packed and sorted. A bath had been run for her and she gladdly accepted it. The water was fragrant and she sunk into it thankfully. Alyssa would sneak out that night, and she couldn't wait.


ooc: hello all! this is an ancient Greece thread. IF you're interested, PM me and let me know your chacter idea and a sample post ^_^ thanks alot

 

[Mistriss_Isis]

*bump*

 

[Demos Straxus]

OOC:
Character name: Alec(means "defender of man," varient of Alexander)
Age: 36
Home city state: Sparta
Profession: Ex soldier, now freelance mercenary
Height: 5' 8" (tall for the time)
Skin Color: Caucasion
Physical appearence: Tall, and well muscled, with his black hair cut short, and many scars adorning his body. Wears a plain white tunic, and carries a 'gladius' type bronze sword, and spear. Sandels for footwear.
Eyes: Gray blue
Basic profile information:
The son of a prominent Spartan, Alec was raised in Sparta, and served with distinction through several of the civil wars that ravaged greece 10 or so years ago (a fairly common occurance if my Western Civ classes are to be believed ) Injured in the right leg by a stray arrow, he was released by the Spartan military without pension, and now must fend for himself. Traveling to Alyssa's home state, he was hired by her father to guard her during her journey to meet her husband. Commonly believed to 'favor men', a myth Alec has made no attempt to dispel. Its the primary reason he was chosen to guard Alyssa, who he secretly holds a great fondness for.


IC: Stepping into the humid darkness of the bath room, Alec observed his charge for a minute, watching the supple movements of her body beneath the water, feeling always, both enraptured, and arroused by her toned body. After short time during which he did his best to restrain his response to her, he politely coughed, saddened to decrease by so much as a moment his observation of her beauty in its natural state. She seemed always infuriated by him.

"Milady....I have heard some rather distressing news from the Perimeter guards......one informed me that you had attempted to bribe him......so that you could leave the compound. Your father would have all our heads were that to occur."

 

[Mistriss_Isis]

She had been blissfully unaware of her surroundings. Alone in her bath she had worked oils into her skin and hair,making her body almost gleam within the dimness of the bathroom. She could feel him there though, watching her. She took great care to stand in the tub, the water only comming up to her thighs, and bending over to rub the oil into her toned torso. All this she did before he decided to make his presence known. When he spoke she continued what she was doing.

"Dear Alec, I am sure I have no idea what you're on about. And even if I did try to bribe him what business is it of yours? And why should I care who's heads roll? I'm sure you would be happy to be rid of me in either case." She turned only her face to him and smiled spoiledly. "IS that all you came to interrupt my bath for?"

 

[SEVERUSMAX]

Glaucon of Massilia

OOC:

Glaucon of Massilia, 30, another mercenary, briefly a slave of Etruscan pirates before his escape, hates the Etruscans with a fury as a result. He has a vast appetite for sex with both men and women. Is forceful and aggressive with most young men and women, but occasionally submissive when the impulse strikes him. Loves food, especially fish, venison, and cheese. Is very dark in appearance overall. Leads a small company of mercenaries, often teaming up with those of Alec's. Being from a Greek colony in Gaul, has acquired a taste for tall lovers of both sexes.

IC:

Glaucon was on the prowl for women at the moment. He was not currently in the pay of any King or city, so he could afford the time to do this. He wanted to get laid. His last few times were with men, so he was in the mood for the fairer sex. A little cunt around his cock would be a welcome change.

He had heard of this Alyssa woman, but knew that his chances of bedding her were nil. She was a lady. They didn't cavort with mercenaries and escaped slaves, did they?

 

[Demos Straxus]

Alec smiled grimly, ignoring her provocative nudity and acid charms with an iron will, and continued speaking, inspite of an uncomfortable groin.

"With all due respect milady. I am very fond of my neck. Letting you go get yourself raped, and your throat cut is realy no reason for me to lose it."

Moving forward he stepped right next to the tub and gave her a level gaze with his gray eyes, his attitude as cold as a glacier.

"Don't make me spank you little girl."

 

[Mistriss_Isis]

Alyssa shook her head. Her hands moving to wring the excess water from her blonde locks. "You could spank me if you liked, but I might enjoy it to much," her eyes were on his, her attitude alike to his. She stepped from the tub and pushed past him, her hand brushing along his side almost absent mindedly as she moved to pull on her transparent robe.

"Or perhaps you could be pursuaded to escort me off grounds, name your price and I will double what you ask for." she almost purred to him now as she turned, her body only inches from his and very visible through the sheer fabric of her robe.

 

[Demos Straxus]

The old soldier shook his head, admiring, and disliking her attitude simultainusly.

"Your charms do not affect me little girl. I have already informed your father of the trespass you made. You leave in the morning. I will escort you to your new home Personaly."

A slight smile appeared on his visage at the next statement.

"And your father has offered me double of whatever You offer. A smart man, he."

 

[Mistriss_Isis]

Alyssa shook her head, her wet blonde locks curling around her face. "As wise as he may be, I still have somethings he could never offer you, nor double." she said to him, not even phased by his speech. "Well if it is your duty to escort me in the morning shouldn't you be leaving so I can get my beauty rest? IF I don't get enough my new husband might find someone else to make an alliance with." she rose her eyebrows suggestively as she walked towards her bedroom where her maids had finished, leaving her virtually alone with Alec.

"My offer still stands Alec," she said softly as she leaned gently against the double doors leading to her bedroom, holding them one in each hand as she stood between them. "All of me could be yours, my body ripe to be used, yours to have if you lead me out of here..." she offered.

 

[Demos Straxus]

He gave her the benefit of a long look and a chuckle, before walking over and smiling down at her.

"You are quite a piece of work little girl. We leave at dawn. I'll wait out here."

Moving, he seated himself on one of the long benches, leaning back against the wall.

"You are going to drive your husband mad. I can see it now."

The attraction wasn't gone. Quite the contrary it burned a fire within him, but his self discipline was such that he held it in an iron check. One who took an arrow in the leg and managed to march the 500 miles home afterward was not likely to give into mere lust.....at least not now. Alec had allready decided to spend a few days in a brothel after this mess was over. Preferably with at least 6 girls. It'd take at Least that much mindless sex to drive out the provocative images of his charge from the soldiers mind.

 

[wrytersyren]

Isaura

Isaura stood silently in the corner, as her mistress luxuriated in the warm waters of her bath. She occasionally nodded to the other maids in approval as they set about preparing Alyssa's things for their morning journey. A journey the young cousins did not plan on making.

Their mothers had been sisters, born to a common family. However Alyssa's mother had caught the eye of a young nobleman, and despite societal prohibitions he had married her. Sometime later as fate would have it, both sisters had given birth to daughters. Unwilling to let her daughter suffer a life of poverty, Isaura's mother had asked her sister to take the child as a companion for young Alyssa. Thus it came to be that the girls were raised together as friends, almost like sisters ... almost. As they grew, Isaura enjoyed many of the same luxuries Alyssa did, having been given an education and being allowed to wear fine clothes. But Isaura was no fool, she knew her place. She was a servant, nothing more, nothing less, despite whatever blood ties she and Alyssa might share. It mattered not to her, she was devoted to Alyssa, and served her well. There was little Isaura would not do for her, if she asked. So when Alyssa had spoke of running away, Isaura had not hesitated to quickly formulate a plan. She too longed for adventure, to experience life beyond the high walls of the palatial estate.

As Alec entered the quiet sanctity of the bath, Isaura eyed him closely. Though it was rumored he much preferred the company of his own sex, Isaura had her doubts. Too many times had she seen his gaze drift longingly over Alyssa's body, as it did now. When he finally did speak, Isaura was not pleased. He had somehow discovered their plans to escape later that night, no doubt he had tripled the watch at the gate as a result. Nonetheless she was undeterred, things would still go as planned no matter how difficult. She noted that two of the younger maids had stopped their duties and were now whispering to each other, while listening intently to each word that passed between Alec and Alyssa. Snapping her fingers and giving them a cross look, she motioned for them to leave.

Isaura shook her head in amused silence as Alyssa slowly stepped out of the water and pulled on her robe with deliberate slowness. Crossing quickly to the bedroom, she made her way to the bed and turned down Alyssa's sheets. She hovered behind the door, unable to leave her mistress' side in the presence of a man. Alec maybe be charged with her safety, but Isaura was responsible for her virtue. She kept her eyes downcast as she listened to Alyssa's incredulous propostion to Alec. She stifled a giggle, knowing full well her cousin would be at a loss should Alec decide to accept her offer. Once again Alec skillfully ignored Alyssa's words, and Isaura couldn't help but wonder if he at times enjoyed her teasing manner. Much to Isaura's dismay, he chose to settle on a bench just in front of Alyssa's bedroom door. After shutting the doors quietly, she turned to face Alyssa who was now settling into bed.

"You're playing a dangerous game" she said walking closer to the side of the bed.

"It's not wise for a lady of your status be so forward with a man."her eybrows arched mockingly "What would you have done had he taken you up on your offer?"


OOC: Sorry it took me so long Isis. I hope you like the post. Thought you could use a fiery little partner in crime on your grand adventure

 

[Mistriss_Isis]

ooc: of course Syren and you are always welcome to be my partner in crime.

IC:

"Had he taken the offer I would have drugged him dear sister, taken his keys and gotten us out of here quicker. But never the mind," she smiled to herself as she laid out on the bed. "So, how are we planning to get out now? I doubt he knows of the secret passages my room holds." she smiled as she looked over at Isaura. They had used those passages dozens of times when they were young. The passage was small and would do them well, even if Alec were to try and follow, his large frame would forbid it.

"Should we dress then? Then we can figure out how to get past the gaurd at the back gate." the passage led down to the gardens and came out into the hedge maze.

 

[Demos Straxus]

Alec chuckled to himself. Realy, these two were trouble.....although not quite as smart as they thought they were.

Some hormone charged servant had long ago drilled a small hole in the wall of Alyssa's quarters. Probably to spy on her when she was dressing. Alec now turned the hole to a slighty more noble use, using it to spy on the pair. He did not in fact know where the passages led...but the rear gate? that would be easy. Taking the time to admire once more admire Alyssa's form, her covered the hole once more with a curtain, and then quietly walked out of the bath room, heading for the rear gate. He would wait there for them.

 

[wrytersyren]

" Getting past the back gate shouldnt be a problem." Isaura said smirking mishchievously "I've already figured out how to get past the gaurd."

Her thoughts drifted to the young soldier at the back gate. She had often seen him stealing glances at her as she walked across the courtyard. Men were such easy targets, give them just a small glimpse of skin and they were like fresh clay in your hands. It had almost been too easy getting him to agree to wandering from his post for a few short minutes. Those few minutes would be all she and Alyssa needed to slip out into the night.

"Dress quickly and warmly" she said to Alyssa as she went to the corner of the room to collect the small rucksack she had packed for them earlier. It contained several bits of clothing, a wrapped loaf of bread, and a sack of gold coins.

"Are you ready?" said Isaura straigtening as she turned to face Alyssa, smiling as she nodded in response. "Let's go then."

Grabbing up her shawl and wrapping it around her, she moved over to the wall. Holding aside the large tapestry that hung there, she waited while Alyssa made her way down the dimly lit staircase before following. As they stepped out into the cold night air Isaura shivered as a soft breeze caressed her skin. Maybe this isn't such a good idea, came a soft voice within her. Isaura quickly shook her head of the thought, and stiffened her spine.

She looked over at Alyssa and smiled. "Come on, freedom awaits." she whispered turning to make her way through the hedge maze to the gate.

 

[SEVERUSMAX]

Glaucon

Seeing the two women fleeing, Glaucon follows them stealthily and carefully. He wants to catch them by surprise. At the very least, they'd make good slaves for the local market in Massilia. He could use a handsome increase in his wealth. His chances of a comfortable retirement would increase then, and that would lower his risks of dying in battle before that could happen. Yes, follow them VERY closely indeed.

It was not that he had anything against them. He just didn't could let sentiment get in the way of his fortune. He had money to make and a future to claim.

 

[Mistriss_Isis]

Before she left the room, a small note lay on her bed, addressed to Alec. It simply read the words, "Catch me if you can." Isaura hadn't seen her put it there and she smiled as they made their way down the staircase. " You go first, talk to the gaurd and I'll sneak past while you are distracting him." she smiled as she hugged her friend close.

It was only a matter of time now.

 

[Demos Straxus]

Arriving at the gate far before them, Alec dismissed the young guard present, and then took his place, standing with his back to the gate, arms crossed, but wearing the cloak of a night guard.

Patient as always he entertained himself with notions of what he might do to the pair were he not their assigned guardian. Just the thought brought stifness in his groin, and a slight smile to his lips. Mores the pity that some prick of a noble would recieve one, or perhaps even both of their affection.

 

[Hikari]

Name: Kari
Age:20
Occupation: A sacred Priestess of Artemis and huntress..
Hair: A browish red color and often pulled back.
eyes: Hazel

History: She was given to the temple as a baby and raised as a priestess. She now lives out in the woods, leaving only to bring blessings to new born baby girls and to perform her temple duties. She's celibate from a vow she made to the virginal moon goddess and shant let a man touch her.


She was bathing in a lovely lake. The water was cool against her naked body and her long hair clung to her body as she purified herself for a ritual. The sky was so beautiful this time of year and so desperately wished to touch it, but that was feat for the gods.. She was oblivious to how lovely she looked and one might even suspect her as being the goddess artemis herself, but she was modest by nature and would never put herself on so high a pedestal.

 

[wrytersyren]

Standing at the exit of the maze both girls looked around the back courtyard greatful that it was deserted, save the lone guard at the gate. Why was he still standing there, Isaura wondered. They had agreed that he would abandon his post, whislt she and Alyssa made their escape.

"Wait here a moment." said Isaura. She then quickly tiptoed her way arcoss the yard, and slid up behind the young watchman. Sliding an arm over his shoulder, pressing her chest to his back, her mouth pressed close to his ear, she whispered.

"Have you been waiting for me?" As she spoke her other hand caressed it's way up the wide expanse of his chest.

Suddenly his hand came up and clamped painfully around her wrist. Isaura let out a small squeak as he tugged on her arm, pulling her around until she was standing in front of him. Pure dread filled her as she looked up into the eyes of the man before her.

"Alec!!!" she gasped loudly. "By the gods, how did you..." her voice trailed off as she saw Alyssa rushing towards them.

 

[Mistriss_Isis]

Alyssa ran up behind Isarua, ready to run our when she caught the gaurds attention. SHe didn't hear her friends exclaimation, only kept running, not looking back. That had been the plan, she would run and when Isaura finsihed with gaurd she would follow and meet her at a place that had specified. In this case, it was a specific tree in the orchards right outside the palace, and Alyssa took off towards it. She held her companions bag in her hands, her own was strapped across her back.

"By gods let this work,"she whispered as she darted from shadow to shadow through the dark forest, her dark cloak hood up over her blonde locks.

 

[Demos Straxus]

Noting Alyssa running away, he turned to watch her sprinting form, and almost started fter her. A moments consideration, and a slight twinge in his right leg told him the folly of such a move. With his scarred leg, He would never catch her that way.

Turning to face his current captive, his hand still clutching her wrist, he finaly responded to her question.

"I am not quite the fool you took me for. Now.."

His grip tightened more, drawing a gasp.

"Where were you and she to meet up? and do not insult my intelligence by trying to deny it. You two are as close as sisters. If she planned to escape, than you would have gone with her."

 

[SEVERUSMAX]

Glaucon

At this point, Glaucon made his move. He pulled out his sword and moved out from his hiding place.

"Well, a guard and some ladies. The former should be a nice challenge to fight, and the latter should pay well at the slave market in my hometown. Drop your weapons, soldier. There's no sense in dying to protect their freedom. Nothing personal. Just want to make a quick drachma or two."

 

[Demos Straxus]

Alec gave the man a long look, clearly underwhelmed

"There are five guards within hearing distance of this place. I will give you exactly five seconds to drop your weapon before I call for them, and transform you into a walking pincushion."

 

[wrytersyren]

The venomous tone of Alec's voice spoke volumes of his rage to Isaura. This was definitely not the way she had envisioned things. Both she and Alyssa had thought it would be so easy to outsmart him. But they had been wrong and now he was angry, and they had learned sometime ago that angering him was never a good idea. She was about to say something when she heard the telltale sound of a blade being drawn from its sheath.

"Well a guard and some ladies...." came a low voice.

Startled Isaura turned her head only to see the large frame of a man slide out from the shadows. On hearing the man's voice and his intentions for Alyssa and herself, she found herself drawing closer to Alec's chest instead of pulling away. She should be trying to get as far away from him as possible, but fear she realized made one do crazy things. She knew instinctively Alec would let no harm come to her nor to Alyssa. He had sworn to protect them against all things, and Isaura knew he would do so even if it meant his life. He stood unflinching staring at the intruder, his grip still firm on her wrist. When he finally did speak his voice was filled with a deadly calm.

"There are five guards within hearing distance of this place. I will give you exactly five seconds to drop your weapon before I call for them, and transform you into a walking pincushion."

Despite the obvious threat the other man showed no sign of surrendering, an obivious mistake. There had been few who had crossed Alec's path, met with his blade, and still lived to tell the tale.

Feeling the building tension, Isaura knew that bloodshed was soon to come. She needed to get out of here and quickly. She tiptoed slightly and whispered into Alec's ear "You win, I'll take you to her. But first, deal with him and then come find us in the orchard."

Alec said nothing, keeping his gaze fixed on the man before him. The only sign he gave that he agreed to her proposal was by releasing his hold on Isaura's wrist. Isaura wasted no time, as she was free of his grasp she darted from the courtyard into the shadows of the orchard in search of Alyssa.

 

[Demos Straxus]

OOC: Good to see we're getting back on track

At last able to put thoughts of their escape, and or safety out of his mind, Alec turned his full attention to the mercenary before him, his attitude calm as ice as he crossed his arms, patiently awaiting a reply from his foe. For all the concern that showed upon his features they might have been conversing over drinks in a tavern.