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Honestly, it truly is not an ideal situation. There have been many times where Sigma has wanted to puke from stress after events transpire. But, they are nothing if not overly worried of their image and how both their employees and clientele view them. It is important that image be upheld at all costs.

"Admittedly, that is a worry that crosses my mind every so often. But, I would not be a very good manager of this large a volume of people if I did not have a plan for just about any case scenario, from A to Z, now would I?" Edgar would just have to trust their word, for they don't elaborate.

"That's the beauty of it. The simplicity of complacency. If people decide to "take advantage" of the good-will of the casino manager, they may find themselves being... gently discouraged from doing such a thing. The instances are far and few between, thankfully, since my staff and myself are rather skilled at being persuasive. Something I am grateful for."

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As luxurious and forgiving as this casino is, Edgar truly cannot stand its other inhabitants. He already deals with enough stress from money-obsessed fools; having to manage an entire establishment full of them would be his worst nightmare.

"Poor demeanor is an understatement. You've got brutes for customers." He glances towards the table adjacent to him, where strewn cards and chips in the midst of cleanup hint at an earlier tantrum. "With the size of this place, I fear someday it'll be too late to guarantee a guest's safety."

A beat of silence passes as he considers Sigma's words. "...A compliment, yes. It's an admirable trait even if I have some concerns. Patience is one thing, but if you attempt to please everyone who throws a fit here, don't you worry that people will catch on and take advantage of that?"

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" you seem to be good at winning the hearts of ill-tempered creatures. "

the serpent & the wings of night prompts

""Ill-tempered creatures" certainly is a way to refer to my clientele... while I will agree some of them can be rather poor with their demeanor, making everyone happy, for lack of a better term, is a skill I am proficient in. Even when I would much rather let them throw their fits and tantrums, I do need to take my employees and other guests' safety into account, as well."

"Hopefully I am not misguided in taking this as a compliment, or something to be proud of." How embarrassing it would be if Sigma took this as a compliment, but it was meant as an insult, after all. "As it would turn out, someone in this world has to have the patience to do such a thing. It just so happens to be me. Within these walls, at least."

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" we're surrounded by those who would like to see us dead. " ( fyodor or gogol, dealer's choice! )

the serpent & the wings of night prompts -Queried: Gogol

"You state this as though it's not something obvious... are you testing me? Messing with me? If it is a test that you're giving on a whim, the answer that is easy: we just need to stay ahead." Stated simply in response to the other's comment. This very well could just be Gogol's bored ramblings, but Sigma is taking the bait either way.

"Memorizing every medical need, every allergy, every habit and phobia and addiction... memorizing all of these are merely ways to keep people in check. My methods are subtle, but can be rather effective. People trust me, and trust can be rather easy to manipulate if needed."

Sigma is well aware this tactic of theirs can only go so far, as well. But these are the cards they have been dealt, and they are making it work as best as they can.

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" that is the stupidest plan i have ever heard. "

the serpent & the wings of night prompts

Ignorance. Sigma was merely speaking aloud, in the sanctity of their office, and this eavesdropper has the audacity to speak up and offer an unasked for opinion. "The people here will eat up just about anything so long as it's served to them with a smile and a pleasant attitude. If I want them to continue being patrons, I have to sometimes bend the rules a little in their favor, have the cards fall a little too perfectly into place for them. It's the key to securing this plan and keeping things in motion. Even if it means..."

Wait a second. Hold on, Sigma, now is not the time to get lost in your head. "... How did you get in here? Did I leave the door to my office unlocked?! Are you even old enough to be at the casino?!"

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"I don't know what I hold in my hands could it be that I'm evil? Plunder on, there's no law in this land, the horror guides me through."

Ind. Multimuse feat. Bram Stoker of Bungou Stray Dogs. Highly selective, 10+ yrs exp. Beheld by Ward. Low activity.

About | Rules | Muselist

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.// I know sometimes it's easier to dive into writing with someone/someone's muse when you have a sort of pre-established background, even if just a vague one, so if anyone would LIKE to establish something preemptively with one of their muses and Sigma then I am all for it. You're welcome to hit me up in my DMs and I will get back to you around work/as soon as I can.

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𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑺𝑬𝑹𝑷𝑬𝑵𝑻 & 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑾𝑰𝑵𝑮𝑺 𝑶𝑭 𝑵𝑰𝑮𝑯𝑻. 🐍

quotes from the first book of carissa broadbent's crown of nyaxia series . might be spoilery but i didn't include names . tw for cursing , death , suggestive content . for all your vampire , enemy ( to lovers ) & reluctant allies dynamics . * feel free to change roles , pronouns .

𝙸. 𝙳𝚄𝚂𝙺.

" don't look away. " " this place is a fucking disaster. " " never guessed you were pretty under all of that. " " i take no criticism from a drowned rat like you. " " which reminds me, i have something for you. " " made me think of you. " " it's a good color for you. " " youth is wasted on the young. beauty, too. " " you're sweet. prickly, but sweet. in an acidic sort of way. like a pineapple. " " i'm tired. tired of being afraid. " " crazy old bitch. " " don't drink yourself to death. " " you're dead here. try again. "

𝙸𝙸. 𝙵𝚄𝙻𝙻 𝙼����𝙾𝙽.

" you are prey in a world of predators. " " may the Mother guide you. " " i was trying to save your life. " " i'm not a fool. " " are you deaf, or just stupid? " " you're unfriendly. " " ally with me. " " top of the eastern tower. if you change your mind. " " you'll be easy to kill later. "

𝙸𝙸𝙸. 𝚆𝙰𝙽𝙸𝙽𝙶 𝙼𝙾𝙾𝙽.

" a gift from a goddess. " " i have a gift for you. " " you're a demanding little thing, aren't you? " " becasue i'm nice and pretty. " " OPEN. THIS. FUCKING. DOOR. " " remember right now exactly how lucky you are. " " i feel sorry for her. " " that was a foolish decision. " " i taught you better. " " i would have been there, if i could. " " keep those teeth ready, little serpent. " " watch their back, but don't let them see yours. " " use him. but never allow him to use you. " " what in the seven fucking hells is wrong with you? " " we can't cooporate if you won't let me get close to you. " " i won't even dignify that with a response. " " you're working against me, not with me. " " you are afraid of me. " " i'm not going to hurt you. how close do i have to get without splitting you open to make you believe that? " " i don't know how i ever thought this was gonna work. " " don't let them take her. "

𝙸𝚅. 𝙷𝙰𝙻𝙵 𝙼𝙾𝙾𝙽.

" you're many things. but a good actress is not one of them. " " we're losing moonlight. " " don't you worry about me. " " get the fuck away from her. " " i'll be back. don't burn to death. " " i called and called but he wouldn't answer. " " we're surrounded by those who would like to see us dead. " " don't forget those teeth of yours. you will need them. " " daughter of the moon. welcome. " " i'm sorry for what i'm about to do to you. " " i'm glad your bedside manner is about as delicate as i would have expected. " " too late for that. you're stuck with me. " " did you miss me? " " i'm coming for you. " " you worried me. i should have known better. "

𝚅. 𝙲𝚁𝙴𝚂𝙲𝙴𝙽𝚃 𝙼𝙾𝙾𝙽.

" return to the church at sundown. " " you were fucking magnificent. " " something bothers you. " " a dance? " " one more dance. " " give me one honest thing. " " are you going to kill me? " " you might destroy me anyway. " " that wasn't how i'd imagined making you come for the first time. " " you seem to be good at winning the hearts of ill-tempered creatures. " " we have enough if we ration. " " it finally happened. you've lost your mind. " " after everything, you're still afraid of me? " " i'm not a fucking animal. " " didn't think i'd see you again. " " you said it yourself. you don't have a choice. " " you can still say no. " " don't do anything stupid. " " we need to run right now. "

𝚅𝙸. 𝙽𝙴𝚆 𝙼𝙾𝙾𝙽.

" you look them in the eye. " " i gave you everything. i made you all that you are. " " don't look at me that way. " " kiss me. " " we'll probably die tomorrow. " " show me something worth living for. " " i've done a lot of thinking about you. " " i would beg, for you, i would. " " you have fucking destroyed me. " " there she is. " " give me a fair fight and i'll give you a fair death. " " i'm glad it was you. " " end it. " " i know what it is to lose half of one's soul. " " so many mistakes in the end. never you. " " you're safe. "

𝚅𝙸𝙸. 𝙽𝙸𝙶𝙷𝚃.

" i was ready to let it all go for you. " " that is the stupidest plan i have ever heard. " " we will find the answers. " " everything looks so much more peaceful now, doesn't it? " " power is a bloody business. " " and there is no one i would rather have beside me. " " i give you my body. i give you my blood. i give you my soul. " " i'd like to be alone. " " you look like shit. " " better this than dead. " " what's the plan? " " you can find me when you need me. "

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-- did you think that it could be this way? ind. sel. multimuse by pine

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General Sentences, Vol. 6

(Assorted original sentences. Adjust phrasing where needed)

"How does one rest when the mind refuses to sleep?"

"I have to say, I'm feeling a little bit judged right now."

"Was it so hard to be there for me?"

"Did you ever regret the decisions you made?"

"I could write a thousand poems, and it still wouldn't be enough to describe what I feel for you."

"When did you become such a cliché?"

"Why does your love feel so conditional?"

"Since the accident, my thoughts feel like a puzzle with missing pieces."

"Does this mean what I think it means, or is this another dead end?"

"Do you think our lives are shaped by choices or circumstances?"

"Why is it so hard for you to show affection?"

"Your absence has been a deafening silence in my life."

"I just want to be the person I was before."

"It's the way you look at me, like I'm the only one in the world."

"Duty often means choosing the difficult path. I've learnt to accept that."

"This job is not worth your sanity."

"Why does duty sometimes feel like a punishment?"

"Are you okay? Have you got a headache again?"

"Must you always sacrifice your happiness for your sense of duty?"

"Is it possible to find clarity in chaos?"

"Does obligation ever give way to happiness?"

"You are the reason I believe in happily ever after."

"Even my bones are tired."

"You don't have to prove your worth by running yourself into the ground."

"I can't keep my eyes open any longer."

"I didn't just lose my memory, I lost my sense of self."

"Does the burden of responsibility ever ease?"

"There's a thin line between obligation and obsession."

"Even in the face of doubt, my loyalty never wavered."

"You can't blame yourself for what happened."

"You're more than just your job title."

"Your betrayal cut deeper than any wound."

"This isn't just a puzzle, it's a labyrinth."

"When was the last time you took a break?"

"It's like I'm living in a fog that never lifts."

"Did you get arrested again?"

"You think I don't know how to do this job?"

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When is your birthday? What is your ideal birthday?

☠ ― Questions the Muse Can Answer

"I don't know. I do not recall if I ever had a birthday... well, when it would be, that is. Everyone has one, so no doubt I do as well. But I don't stop and think on it, much. I was being pestered by some employees one day, and blurted out April 13th, so that day is celebrated as my "birthday" for them, but I do not know when it actually is."

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What are some weird interests or hobbies you have that people probably wouldn't expect you to have ?

☠ ― Questions the Muse Can Answer

"I don't necessarily... think I have hobbies? Unless you count card tricks... or making things out of cards. I've made some card houses before... or I've painted over them to have different designs? I have a personalized deck that I'm in the midst of working on in spare time. I can sew as well, but that's more so just for when I notice I've torn something I wore, and not so much an interest. I can sleep standing up...? Ah, well, that would be more of a talent then a hobby, I suppose. And that only occurs after I haven't slept for a few days, as well, and not necessarily on command... I don't really think I'm that interesting of a person when it comes to personal habits, unfortunately."

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How do you feel about makeup? Are you any good at putting it on? Do you wear it often?

☠ ― Questions the Muse Can Answer

"I try not to use too much, but I do wear simple things here and there. Some gloss, eyeshadow, blush... my applications are simple, but effective. For more extravagant events, I do tend to do a little more work with contouring and other applications. I'll be a bit more bold with color choices rather than a "nude" palette, as well."

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What are some general hygiene things you do? How do you normally do your hair? What kind of products do you use?

☠ ― Questions the Muse Can Answer

"I follow a 6 step routine when it comes to my hair."

"Step 1: A simple cleanse. Washing your hair is a basic step that everyone should do at a minimum, and at least every other day, as I do. Personally I recommend a sulfate-free moisturizing shampoo, which is beneficial to hair and the health of your scalp. You want to use your fingertips, not your nails. Again, I suggest every other day, as washing too often will strip your hair of natural oils and can disturb the scalp.

Step 2: Conditioner and nourishment. This part is essential. Conditioner, of course, detangles your hair, provides moisture, and seals cuticles. Shampoo can deplete moisture, so following up with conditioner, such a silicone free one, will benefit your hair health greatly.

Step 3: Detangle. This can also be part of step 2 if you use a comb while conditioning. Ultimately, detangling should start while in the shower, after you apply the conditioner. Leave-in conditioner is especially good for this. I recommend starting at the ends of your hair and working up towards the roots for easy detangling.

Step 4: Prime and styling. You must always prepare the hair thoroughly before using heated equipment, such as curlers and straighteners. Never use heated tools on wet or damp hair. You want to allow the hair ample time to dry after applying the heat protectant before using any equipment. And remember, when using a primer, a little goes a long way. Pea-sized blots are all you need.

Step 5: Moisturizing. To repeat myself, a little goes a long way. Any oil you use for this should be used in quantities of 1 to 4 drops depending on length and thickness of hair. You always want to warm the product up between your palms as well. Leave-in conditioner is also good for this as well, if you do not wish to use extra oils and cut a step.

Step 6: Treatments. These are sprinkled in throughout the week, with a rotation of every other day. I follow an oil treatment procedure. Section hair into two parts, coat each section, braid the hair, and let it absorb overnight. This step is entirely optional, however I try not to miss treatments."

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Are you happy in your own skin? If you could change something about yourself, would you, and what would it be?

☠ ― Questions the Muse Can Answer

"I've heard comments in passing that my limbs appear to be rather... gangly, for a lack of a better term. While I feel as though I am proportionate, I can't help but wonder if maybe there is something a bit odd about my stature. It doesn't cause discomfort, per se, but it still is something to ponder. If I could change something, perhaps I'd like to be a bit shorter. Maybe that would fix the issue of my "gangly" limbs?"

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If you were to describe yourself in a few words, what would those words be?

☠ ― Questions the Muse Can Answer

"As the general manager of the Sky Casino, my image matters tremendously. I often hear words such as "dependent", "astute", "observant"... things like that used among peers to describe me. As they should, seeing that is the image I have carefully curated for myself in the public eye. And while the sentiment is very touching, them having that much faith in me..."

"... I can't quite say they would be accurate if any of my staff would see me behind closed doors. "Calculating" wouldn't be far off, though... nor "observant", perhaps that is accurate. But I am not above calling myself a desperate person. Or, maybe even stubborn could work."