The General and Her Slave

The Departure of the Three Beasts – Chapter Seven

Esdeath had eaten with Saiko in the Palace kitchens, and she was now permitting the petite girl to walk since it was not strenuous activity.

They were nearing the Palace Gardens, as her pet latched onto her uniform leaning against her ribcage as she walked with an arm holding girl close.

She gazed down at the content form of her slave as she rested her head beneath her breasts with her eyes closed sighing like a love sick puppy; it was an amusing sight to say the least.

'I knew I would get loyalty for saving her but never this much. Never did I expect to be elevated to the status of according her the only true God in this world…how exciting.' The blue-haired woman mused as she tightened her hold on her treasure finding she is so fond of her worshiper.

They had arrived at the Palace Gardens and guided the young girl who was so absorbed in what is surely her towards the flowers to sit, and show them to her.

"Come now Saiko, you can dream about me later when we cuddle. I require your attention so be a good girl and sit with your Master. I have something to show you." The blue-haired woman ordered as she gently pulled the teenager to the ground to sit beside her.

As soon as Saiko heard the words 'good girl' from her owner she snapped her eyes open as the powerful woman pulled her to sit beside her near a massive field of flowers.

She widened her eyes as she began blushing not having expected her Master to take her someplace this amazing.

"Yes Master! Your Saiko is always a good girl! How kind of you to take me to a place like this. There are so many kinds of flowers." The black-haired slave spoke in admiration for the flower field.

But nowhere near as deeply as much as she revered her Goddess who had her arm around her shoulder.

"There are many types aren't there my dear? Do you want to know what my favorite flower in this field is?" Esdeath inquired as grasped the young girl closely stroking her black hair that is lovely as she held her under her arm.

"I would love to learn more about you. What is your favorite flower in this field?" The young girl whispered as she peered up at the statuesque form of her seated Master beaming in admiration.

"The small blue ones that the field is bountiful in are my favorites." The blue-haired woman admitted while smiling softly held her slaves face to her large breasts.

"Oh! Master is it because they are a lighter shade of your hair! Let me pick one for you!" Saiko exclaimed as she wiggled in her owner's grip while reaching downward to gift her with one of her favorite flowers.

But before she could grasp one her hand was slapped away.

Esdeath growled as she once more was overcome with concern for her little weakling.

So fragile that when she is already riddled with injuries that if she had carelessly picked such a toxic flower and dropped it upon her already injured body she would be screaming in agony.

"No! Do not touch strange plants without my permission! If you had touched that flower we'd spending many hours back at that annoying doctor's office! Think to ask me before acting girl!" The blue-haired woman boomed as she pulled the foolish girl further away from the toxic flowers.

The black-haired slave quivered at the way her owner scolded her while she lay in her arms saddened that her attempt to give her a flower was being a bad girl for the third time.

She will have to remember this decree. Her Goddess is not to be disobeyed.

"F-forgive me Master Esdeath…your Saiko is sorry for being a bad girl once more. I just wanted to give you a flower to put in your hair. I will obey your decree." The young girl explained as she as she trembled from the roaring voice the mighty woman used on her staring up at her with eyes full of reverence.

Esdeath sighed as she held her pet raising her right hand as she slowly petted her soft black hair…she is a sensitive girl and she forgets to not yell at her.

She is like an abused dog. That is an adequate analogy since she is her pet.

"Wanting to give me a flower is not being bad. You are a good girl. I was concerned for you. That is why I yelled at you. Those are highly poisonous flowers when rubbed in open wounds." The blue-haired woman stated as she set wrapped her arms tighter around the frail girl….so frail.

She loves it.

Saiko beamed when she heard good girl and she listened with keen interest as she surveyed the wind blowing through the flower field.

There were so many of the light blue flowers.

"You are such a compassionate Master to your treasure. What an interesting flower. Tell me Master….I would like to guess why you like this flower so much. It seems I was wrong about the color relating to your hair. Tell me if I am right about this hmm?" The black-haired slave inquired as she mused on the rumors she heard of her Master.

The General rose an eyebrow curious what else was running through her pet's mind.

She has shown she is a smart young girl but she also acts quite child-like around her but that may just be her worshipful love for her.

"Hmm, so be it. What do you think I like so much about think flower now that I have told you it is poisonous?" Esdeath requested as she sat back still petting the teenager on the head whom was not wearing her collar so her chaffing could heal.

"I heard rumors about the Empire's Strongest that spread through the streets. That she enjoys immersing herself in the torture chambers; your Saiko deduces her Goddess uses this flower on those weaker than her." The young girl declared as she lay her head against pillows which were her owners breasts gazing up at her with a smile on her face.

The blue-haired woman was mildly surprised as she realized Saiko had pieced details about her together before they met and was able to figure out she enjoyed using this for torture without being told. What a smart pet she is!

"Fufu that is a perceptive deduction, so you know of my darker compulsions in the chambers below…naturally that art will never involve you my dear." Esdeath answered as she nodded her head staring into those purple eyes that were so devoted.

"Your Saiko knows you will never harm her. I admire how you utilize the even small plants for your games below. You have no need, you are the strongest being of all but like a true superior mind you show cunning." Saiko spoke as she became fanatical once more sighing as she spun around hugging her owner around her neck.

The blue-haired woman felt her lips twitch at being told she had a superior mind…this girl knew how to butter her up.

And not a single word of it was ass kissing as she had first thought when they met. It was worship straight from the heart.

"You don't seem to be too concerned for those that I delight in torturing." The General remarked as she already knew the girl found her to be infallible.

But she said that…to invoke more praise from her faithful pet's sweet lips.

The black-haired slave pulled her face from her Master's sky-blue hair as she blinked in confusion why would she care about the lesser beings her Goddess treads on?

She is a deity. They are hers to do with as she pleases.

"Why should I? This world is here to be devoured by you, my Goddess of War. This world is here for you to do with as you will to stand atop and dominate all life upon this earth! We exist for you to do with as you please!" The young girl answered with passion in her voice as she gazed into her owners deep blue eyes as she shook her shoulders.

Esdeath had to admit it once more who would have thought five hundred gold pieces would have gotten her such a special companion?

Saiko can never be replaced.

She must ensure she is guarded at all times.

"Are you trying to convince me to become Emperor once more?" The blue-haired woman wondered with amusement coating her voice instead of anger.

Why get angry? Since she knows how deeply she is worshiped by this teenager.

The General smiled when her pet buried her face in her sky-blue hair once more after she asked her question.

She began running her hand down her back hoping her scars truly do heal. If not, she will pay for her to see every specialist that her money can buy.

"You have already expressed that I am not to defy your decree so I am not trying to convince you to become Emperor. I would like to see my Goddess sit atop the world as God of all life, oh what a sight that would be!" Saiko confessed as she breathed in excitement into her owners beautiful sky blue hair inhaling its perfect scent.

Esdeath chuckled as she embraced her pet much like a teddy bear finding she may just attempt that if she keeps telling her this on a daily basis.

But she has a feeling Najenda, Night Raid, the Minister and the Emperor won't be happy with her attempt.

"You have such devotion my Saiko. You sincerely love me more than life itself." The blue-haired woman purred ruffling her worshiper's hair.

'Just wait until Liver hears how he has been toppled in his praise of me by a sixteen year old girl! He will be stunned!' The General mused as she continued petting the teenager's soft hair.

"O-of course I do! You are my rising and setting sun! You are my moon that causes the tides to crash upon the craggy shores! You are my very water that flows through the rivers and the streams! You are my gravity that binds me to this earth!" The black-haired slave declared as she spoke her words with voice trembling.

As she made her proclamation her face stayed buried in her owner's sky blue hair.

Esdeath was rendered speechless once again as she felt her felt her face heat up even so slightly at the intensely dramatic way Saiko described her as if she was writing a poem with her speech.

She simply listened as she was transfixed by her pet's words…what a loyal girl she is.

"You are my nightfall that blankets the entire world in darkness! You are my Goddess! You are Master Esdeath! I-I submit my entire being to your will with pride; use me as you see fit…my Master. I love you." The young girl concluded as she hugged the older woman tightly around her neck thinking over and over thinking how much she loved her.

The blue-haired woman found she was blushing from her faithful slave's proclamation.

To think a sixteen-year-old slave could make her blush!

No one was watching but she pulled her cap down ever so slightly to hide her blush.

She was a bit clueless how to respond other than she shifted the girl's position by pulling her face from her hair and shoving her face between her breasts as she smashed her into a 'controlled hug'.

Saiko wheezed for air but she had to admit being thrust forcibly into her owner's chest had its upsides.

"My dear those are some of the sweetest words I have ever heard. Thank you my Saiko." Esdeath cooed as she cradled her pet or more like nearly snapped her pet's spine despite her attempts at being tender while sighing.

The black-haired slave gagged as she could have sworn she almost heard a bone break but that was her will after all. What a strong embrace her Master had but pleasurable all the same!

The blue-haired woman continued to 'gently' hold the girl in her arms admiring the field of toxic flowers when she heard choking noises against her breasts.

She panicked as she abruptly released her hold on her pet as the teenager fell back onto the ground hacking loudly for air.

The young girl coughed as she collapsed on her knees with wide purple eyes as her black hair fell in her face. She felt a strong hand begin to hit her softly on the back which made her smile…she did not mean to make her choke.

But can a Goddess help it if she accidently harms such a frail being such as herself? No. She cannot. She accepts her fragility in the face of her almighty power.

The General cursed her foolishness as it seemed since she never hugs anyone her hug was far from gentle. What an unforgivable blunder on her part! She could have caused her faithful companion to choke to death!

"Are you are alright my pet? Are your bones intact? I could have sworn I nearly heard a snap." Esdeath inquired as sat down leaning over in an instant tending to her slave as she patted her back.

She began fussing in concern pressing her ear to her chest listening for any sign of damaged breathing.

Saiko raised a hand signaling she needed a moment as her coughing slowed but she nodded to let her owner know all is well. What a mighty Master she has.

The blue-haired woman breathed a sigh of relief when she did not hear any signs of rupture with her Teigu enhanced hearing. She has gotten so attached to Saiko…her weakling.

Look at her fussing over a weakling teenager as if she is a newborn baby. It is all right though.

'I can permit myself to care for a girl this weak and frail, because I am worshiped so deeply by her. I will allow Saiko to be weak.' The General thought as she stroked her back with true gentleness as the coughs died down.

"Y-your S-Saiko -" The black-haired slave spoke or tried to as she coughed as it interrupted her speech and then she was flicked on the forehead 'lightly' by her owner.

"Fool girl. Gather your ability to breathe before you speak what is surely to be another line of worship." Esdeath commented with a degree of annoyance in her voice as she could only imagine how vain she sounded if one walked by.

In truth while she is her slave, her faithful Saiko chose these beliefs all upon her own in less than two days!

She did not encourage any of it that is not to say that did not she enjoy it of course.

The young girl nodded as she blushed finding she loved it when her owner told her what to do.

Then again, she always told her what to do, but she loved being given commands. She really wanted to get better so she can service her more…as she should be doing.

She finally regained her breathing as she sat up on her knees gazing at her owner with eyes full of love.

Then she dropped into as low of a bow as she could get on all four as she grasped her combat boots still staring up at her Goddess with dreamy eyes. She kissed the right boot passionately as if it was her lover before staring back up at her Master…the only true Master she has ever had.

The blue-haired woman raised an eyebrow at the sudden wordless prostration at her boots…this girl is strange to say the least. She chokes her by mistake and she bows to her in gratitude as if she loves her even more…kissing her boots as if in thanks for something she fails to comprehend.

"Oh Master, your Saiko can never express enough gratitude for the kindness you have shown me. You allow me to live under your will as your pet despite my fragility. It is such an honor to be yours." Saiko said as she kissed each boot with a slow tender love as she sighed before resting her face atop the left boot still bowed low.

Esdeath won't lie she was eating up every moment of this submission as she licked her lips smiling in delight.

She had a penchant for stomping on the heads of her defeated enemies which was quite pleasurable but having a sweet pet drop on all fours to kiss her boots without being asked?

That was even better than breaking Numa Seika.

Because Esdeath did enjoy a good grovel. She also enjoyed having her boots kissed; it seemed Saiko figured that out on her own…smart girl.

"I confess. I am so ecstatic to own you my pet. I am partial to your kisses upon my boots. You will have to do this on a regular occasion hmm?" The blue-haired woman purred as she reached down to pet the submissive teenager on her head playing with her black tresses.

"There is no service I will not perform for you. I will labor at your boots if that is what you desire my Goddess. I will remain bowed at your feet all day if you desire. For I am leal." The black-haired slave assured as she kissed a boot once more before sighing as she nuzzled the white boot with the upmost love…what an amazing woman.

Esdeath smiled at her pet's words and her confession telling her she would stay in a bowed position at her boots all day long just to serve her.

She licked her lips once more at the thought of it but while may be delighted at the thought of it she would not subject her sweet Saiko to that all day.

Still the General sat there in the grass petting the teenager whose face was pressed against her heel much like an eager puppy starved for love, and it brought a grin to her lips as she stroked her hair listening to her sighs content to be in her service.

She will take good care of her Saiko. She is a rare beauty, a fine treasure and she is all hers!

The blue-haired woman sighed as she smiled once more simply glad she bought her. It was a peaceful moment as she petted the prostrated young girl who even adorably glanced up from her boot to gaze at her with needy purple eyes that she so loved.

The moment was perfect and this was the perfect pet, servant and slave for her. All was well in the world of the Empire's Strongest as she danced her cold fingers through fine black hair of the prostrated girl.

All until some poor fool saw fit to ruin it that is.

"General Esdeath! General Esdeath! I have a message from the Prime Minister for you! It is urgent!" An Imperial Guardsman screamed as he had been told she was in the Palace Gardens and he stopped when he caught sight of her finding a most bizarre sight.

The guard had not expected to find the cold hearted General with a bowing teenager that was prostrated at her boots as the General petted her head like a puppy smiling down at her with tender deep blue eyes.

Her eyes turned his way and became as cold as a Russian winter as soon as she registered his presence.

The poor man began trembling as he wondered why he had been tasked with this task out of all of Great General Budo's Imperial Guardsman that it had to be him that was tasked to this duty.

"What is it you fool? If this is not truly urgent I will make you regret that you ever interrupted my tender moment with my pet." Esdeath snapped as she continued petting the bowed form of Saiko while casting the cowering soldier a look of cold anger…they were bonding when he barged in.

"I-it is a good reason I assure you. T-two reasons according to the Prime Minister! The first is about your Three Beasts." The Imperial Guardsman stammered as he spoke quickly so he did not get killed.

The young girl was smiling as she nuzzled against the heel of her Master when she raised a brow in interest…aren't they her three subordinates she has spoke of?

"What of my Three Beasts?" The blue-haired woman demanded as she spoke her words without any emotion as she never ceased caressing the young girl at her feet with her right hand.

"I-I am sorry to be the one to say this. But Liver, Nyau and Daidara of the Three Beasts died fighting Night Raid on the cruise ship Ryuusen! T-the remainder of the message is inside!" The man spoke as he ran forward trying to ignore the disturbing scene as he dropped the letter in her waiting left palm.

The Imperial Guardsman immediately backed up as he saluted the General and feeling he was not supposed to be gazing at the scene with the teenager being petted at her boots…

Nor did he want to watch her debase the girl that way so he turned around and ran off before she killed him.

Esdeath frowned as she grasped the letter but continued petting Saiko with her spare hand.

So, Liver, Daidara and Nyau were just too weak in the end? She opened the letter as she quietly read the contents.

It was more or less two letters really, one informing her of the deaths of her subordinates since she had been a bit occupied and hard to reach with her new hobby that was her pet lately. Their bodies were recovered for burial; they were placed in the cemetery with the highest honors.

The second one was the Minister letting her know that he had gathered six Teigu using subordinates and they would be arriving shortly. What irked her is the comment that they will most likely arrive later… today.

The letter also says they are all of low-status with quirks…as if she cares about being in the company of those of low-status. Look at the slave at her nuzzling her boots.

Saiko gasped as pulled her face away from the boot but not the hand of her Master hearing her three warriors died. She gazed up at her as she read her letter wondering if this would make her sad, when her family's deaths did not.

"Well Saiko. It seems you do not have to worry about ever trying a dish of Liver's after all. All three of them are dead, my weak subordinates. They were just so weak. I will have to take vengeance upon their foes in their stead." The blue-haired woman informed the young girl as she gazed off into the sky sighing but it could not be helped could it?

"I-I am sorry to hear that Master. I was looking forward to meeting them." The black-haired slave announced as she sat up while embracing the older woman around the neck.

She hugged her as tight as she could while burying her face in her hair.

Esdeath was not sad in the sense that she would cry but she felt remorseful for their weakness, for not being strong enough.

Saiko was a truly sweet girl and a dutiful companion to worry for her even if she did not need it…how thoughtful of her.

"I appreciate your concern Saiko. I am fine. I simply lamenting on their weakness. But there is much to do…it seems our day of relaxation has ended. Let's get moving." The blue-haired woman declared as she abruptly stood while pulling the petite girl to her feet as well.

When the General stood so quickly it comically left the sixteen-year-old latched to her neck hanging in mid air still hugging her to her amusement.

She gently bent over to even the significant height difference as she brushed her hands from her neck letting the girl slide to her feet.

The young girl slid to her feet as she nodded up at her Master accepting that it did not make her sad that her subordinates died. What do they have to do though?

"What do we have to do Master Esdeath?" Saiko inquired as she peered up at her owner willing to do whatever she is commanded.

"First, I must go visit the graves of my three subordinates. I will permit you to rest in my chambers if you desire while I do so, I do not want you over exerting that leg." Esdeath stated as she sharpened her tone while staring down at the young girl as she narrowed her eyes at the thought of her leg rotting off.

She would surely die as a result.

"B-but while I may be weak as you say, I can offer companionship and the doctor said that I can walk!" The black-haired slave protested as she clutched her owner's General uniform by the arm wanting to come.

"It is not only that. I have a team of six Teigu wielding subordinates that the letter claims likely will be arriving later today. Therefore perhaps it would be more efficient if you stayed behind to help me plan a game?" The blue-haired woman purred as she began petting the girl on her head.

She wanted Saiko to feel included so she handed her the letter of the six names.

The young girl smiled as she realized this was her first chance to advise her Master and have a little bit of fun too. She held onto the letter as she glanced up at her.

"So what do you want for me to do my Master?" Saiko questioned as she found herself become lost in deep blue eyes.

"You said you knew a few details about my Teigu beforehand from an old book correct? That letter lists six names and their Teigus. Tell me by looking at those six names right now what can you advise me?" Esdeath queried feeling curious if her pet had the skills in literature she claimed.

It was time to test her.

The black-haired slave gazed at the paper with the six names.

Wave – Grand Chariot

Bols – Rubicante

Seryu Ubiquitous – Hekatonkheires

Run – Mastema

Kurome – Yatsufusa

Dr. Stylish – Perfector

No! No! How is that bastards name on this list? She will never forget that face. What should she do?

Her Master already admitted to saying she would take the person to the torture chambers. Does that still stand knowing it is a Teigu user?

Wait. This could work to her advantage. She could hold this over his head and if he pisses her off…Master Esdeath will make him suffer the wrath of hell.

It was best to stay calm however, if she wanted to play with his mind. She began focusing on the other names to force her mind to remain calm.

The blue-haired woman gazed at her pet in suspicion as she widened her purple eyes slightly and then clenched the letter as she smiled continuing to read.

It was almost as if she was masking her behavior…hmm clever girl.

What an intriguing little pet she has.

She is hiding something from her once more despite being warned not to but what? It is not that she is disobedient for these minor infractions…they barely matter for how worshipful she is.

It just adds to the thrill of Saiko.

"I know more about these Teigu than yours, since Demon's Extract is shrouded in mystery but that said I do not know all…it was just an old book. Kurome is the most dangerous in one on one combat. Yatsufusa of the Dead turns you into a puppet…" The young girl advised as she trailed off knowing that girl was a dangerous fighter but no match for her Goddess of course.

"Hoh, that is impressive Saiko, just an old book you just? What else can you tell me of my six new subordinates?" Esdeath remarked as her eyes lit up in approval

"Hmm, Run…Mastema the Teigu One Thousand Mile Flight. I read of its full name in the book, I would wager he will be a useful subordinate. The power of flight cannot be understated." Saiko spoke as she still gazing at the letter mostly thinking of ways to make Stylish suffer for trying to make her a science experiment way back.

The blue-haired woman was truly impressed at that calculation; all by simply having read a few details about the powers of his Teigu she feels he will be useful to her?

So the girl truly has a wealth of advisory skills. The way she is acting now is far different than her worshipful behavior she has been displaying.

It is almost like she has been acting like a puppy for her this entire time.

"Good girl. You are living up to your boasts. Go on." The General commanded as she set a cold hand on her pet's shoulder to let her know she approved of her intelligence and did not shun it.

"I do not know much about Wave's Teigu beyond that Incursio was its prototype I cannot say much beyond that Master. I'm sorry!" The black-haired slave exclaimed feeling she was doing so well then she could offer much on this man's abilities.

"That statement is far more than anyone else would know. Relax my Saiko. You are pleasing me greatly." Esdeath assured with a smile on her lips as she patting her pet atop her head ruffling her hair.

"O-okay, Bols…Rubicante is a Teigu that burns anything in its way to the ground. The book said it took the shape of a flame thrower…that makes sense and I can only imagine he's incinerated many people." The young girl concluded as she nodded her head hoping she was doing good once more.

"Splendid job, on point actually. Bols is a veteran member of The Incineration Squad; it seems you comprehend what they do. Next?" The blue-haired woman stated as she waited for the girl to speak while staring at the letter.

'I will let her read all books in my study over the new two weeks as she heals. Now that I know she is capable, I will truly train her for advising me.' The General thought as she was seeing how skilled Saiko was.

"Seryu Ubiquitous, Hekatonkheires….a beast transformation Teigu. It takes the form is a small white dog according to the book but that is just a petty ruse and only a fool would think it's just a harmless mutt." Saiko informed her owner as she stared up at her smiling because she is pleased with her.

"Hoh, I must say you have known something about each of their Teigus thus far. What of the last one?" Esdeath questioned as she curiously waited to hear her opinion on the final Teigu user.

The black-haired slave did her best to continue smiling while repressing any anger and fear she felt from back then.

"Dr. Stylish…Perfector. This is a Teigu built around improving the flaws to become perfect…an arrogant term. You are more perfect than he will ever be, this man is a scientist obsessed with perfection." Saiko spoke as she tried her best to keep disdain from seeking into her voice as she folded the paper sliding it into a pocket of her robes.

"Hmm, I have to say once again you know so much about all six of them but the last one you seem to know more personal detail about the user." The blue-haired woman concluded as she lifted her pet's chin up with her index finger to peer into her purple eyes.

"Oh? It is just intuition my Goddess. Scientist's desire perfection…the Teigu comes in the form of a glove. It's not as if I know the man." The black-haired slave answered as she gazed dreamily into those deep blue eyes…what a Goddess.

The General had to say Saiko was good. No, she was more than good with her skills at using her mouth and she was not being perverted.

She gently held her chin as she pressed down on her head with her right hand.

Once more she would not be able to detect the lie if she was not the Empire's Strongest…how peculiar that her pet is lying to her face about this new subordinate.

She would be angry but when the girl proclaims her to be a living deity it allows for one lie doesn't it?

'Saiko has a deep rooted issue with doctors. It makes me curious if it is this Doctor Stylish…well all the same I will keep a close watch on him and permit her to play her game.' Esdeath mused as her eyes brimmed with a desire to see how well Saiko could formulate a mind game.

"Fufu, that's some intuition isn't it?" The blue-haired woman purred speaking her words in a rasped dominant voice.

"I suppose so Master Esdeath. I may be frail and a slave but I have my own skills—" The young girl exclaimed as she was swiftly grasped by two powerful hands and pushed down into the grass with her Master crawling atop her as she gasped blushing.

"I own you girl. That also means that I own your mind and this sweet little body of yours. I permit this lie to pass. Play your game." The blue-haired woman breathed as she exhaled a cold mist on her pets face while her hair cascaded over the teenager's stunned face.

Saiko flushed as she inhaled the scent of sky blue hair realizing her owner saw through her deception but she will permit her to have fun.

What a caring Master she is!

She stared up at her towering form as she observed her well defined muscles but still feminine as she breathed heavy feeling overwhelmed by her presence.

The sheer sensation provided by her cold breath blowing across her face was like no other. Even her breathe was like a winter storm!

'What a glorious Goddess my Master is!' The black-haired slave thought as she found her purple eyes shamelessly drawn to two vast breasts that hung above her face accented well by her uniform.

"M-my Master you are the grandest beauty of them all." The young girl whispered as she shook with deep emotion for her owner as her closeness to her was something she could barely handle.

The General had to admit it was comical that all she had to do was loom over this pretty little thing and she stuttered as if she was going to have a heart attack from their bodies being close.

So, this is what worship feels like?

She adores it and her follower.

"Huh, you are breathing heavy. Try not to have a heart attack. I would be…saddened if I lost you. Let me mark you and remember who owns you." Esdeath remarked as she pinned the girl to the ground with her body's weight to further show her dominance as she lay atop her smirking.

Saiko was unsure what was happening when the weight of the much taller body of her owner lay upon her.

As she used her as a bed while the woman grasped her face with both hands as she found all she could do is pant in anticipation.

The blue-haired woman leaned into her pet's lovely face as she began licking her soft cheek marking it as her territory growling while doing so.

She ran her tongue up and down the sixteen-year-old girl's face showing her who possessed her.

'She tastes exquisite. Mhhm…. the best money that I have ever spent.' The General agreed mentally as she caressed her slaves face with her long tongue all the while never breaking eye contact.

The black-haired girl was quivering in delight as her Goddess passionately licked her face. She is marking her as her property even further! What an honor this is!

"I-I…Master." The young girl stammered as she felt the tongue drag across her forehead in a controlling manner while she stared up into forceful deep blues.

Saiko was disappointed when the licks ceased only to be glared at coldly which made her feel bad.

"Be silent girl as I mark my territory, you not speak until I say so. I am your Goddess remember?" Esdeath demanded as she lovingly licked the girl's other cheek so she knew who her Goddess in all things was and her name is Esdeath.

The black-haired slave nodded quickly not wishing to displease her Master while laying back in the grass as soon her entire face was covered in a light layer of the older woman's saliva. But it felt like freedom, like heaven itself.

The teenager was beat red as she felt her owner still tasting her cheek and then finally she smashed her lips upon hers in a dominant kiss. The kiss was amazing, no better than amazing it was magnificent!

Her purple eyes widened as she sunk deep into the embrace of the one who made it clear she possessed her in all things. This is how she wanted to live…collared by Master Esdeath.

Her heart beat delightfully as she felt arms that could crush her very bones into dust hold her tight as the kiss lasted for several minutes.

Saiko felt as if the air was sucked from her frail body and devoured into the Goddess whose name is Esdeath herself as those perfect lips pulled away leaving a small trail of saliva between their mouths.

There were no words to describe how this felt. She simply melted beneath her Master's form never desiring freedom from this Goddess. Who would?

The blue-haired woman smirked smugly as she licked her lips slurping up the small remainder of her saliva. She was content with her marking of her territory. She sat up sitting upon her small chest, wrapping her legs around her neck.

All the while careful to not put too much weight upon her little pet as she was injured still.

"How was that? You look as if you have died and gone to heaven. This territory has been marked now. I enjoyed my taste…little pet." Esdeath cooed as she gazed down at Saiko's pinned head between her legs while extending her right hand to caress her soft black hair.

"I-I have no words beyond that I submit with all my heart." The black-haired slave cried out with tears of happiness spilling from her purple eyes.

So joyful as she stared up at her Ice Queen seated upon her as if she was her own throne.

The blue-haired woman chuckled as if she needed to be told that when she calls her Goddess. But it was delightful to hear nonetheless.

She gently wiped the tears away as they displeased her, despite that they were tears of joy.

She sighed running her fingers through Saiko's hair as she knew it was a busy day and the pleasure had to end soon. Didn't she say that awhile ago? This girl makes her slothful.

"I am well aware my Saiko. I loved our kiss…you tasted sweet and so did the rest of you. I will have to mark you again." Esdeath purred while gazing down at the girl she was seated upon between her thighs.

"I-if that is what Master Esdeath wills. I-I will never protest this decree." The young girl stammered as she peered up blushing at the looming form of her crush.

"Fufu, good to know, while I would love to remain seated atop you all day we have preparations to make. You will go to my study and while I am gone help me formulate a surprise gathering." The blue-haired woman commanded as she ceased her caresses while placing both hands upon the teenager's shoulders.

"If the words are spoken, I will act the order out. Are there any specific guidelines for your Saiko to follow?" Saiko inquired as she tried to become serious once more but it was hard with thick beautiful thighs in her face as she gazed up at her Goddess under her.

"Yes. I will be holding this meeting at the Conference Room in the Palace. I will brief you with more details when I return but you will be attending as my representative but you will not breathe a word about me or I will punish you is this clear?" Esdeath demanded as her gaze turned into a callous glare to be sure her follower understood.

"Yes! I understand! My Master wishes to play with her new subordinates. What a mighty apex predator you are." The black-haired slave said as she gushed with praise underneath the mighty woman.

"Heh, I am the apex predator yes. I will be testing their skills…your knowledge that you've given me so far will be helpful. I could have figured it out on my own but you are a worthy assistant." The blue-haired woman spoke as her glared reduced finding she has too much of a soft spot for the girl to glare at her for long.

The young girl smiled as her heart swelled at being called worthy by her owner. Not just worthy but a worthy assistant.

"Y-you honor this one with your praise. It is my life's sustenance Master." Saiko assured as beamed at the older woman wishing she could touch her face but her hands were pinned.

"Fufu, as I said before you need to eat and drink. But such leal service is stimulating. As of today onward, I order you to begin educating yourself with the library of books that I possess." Esdeath commanded as she nodded her head sitting up off her pet as she bent down scooping the girl into her arms to carry her to her study.

The black-haired girl responded by hugging the woman tight around her neck because reading was her greatest joy…after Esdeath that is.

"Thank you! I will begin digesting books starting today; I will become a walking library to please you. I shall furthermore host this meeting of subordinates until you arrive to 'play'." The young girl purred as she became bold kissing her owner on the cheek hoping it was not a crossing of boundaries.

The blue-haired woman walked as she felt the sweet kiss upon her cold cheek musing on how bold of her that action was.

It was still submissive so she won't lie she enjoyed it.

"You are a bold little thing but I like you the way you are. I am taking you personally to my study. There is a beast that may return to the Palace who cannot be trusted. Do not roam without permission is this clear?" The General questioned as she spoke sternly growing angry at the thought of her sweet pet being raped and murdered.

She grew even more wrathful as she thought about how she has already been through the latter.

"Of course, once you have spoken it is binding truth. May I ask the names of this beast who may prey upon me?" Saiko agreed as she laid upon her back in strong arms finding she was touched her the older woman is carrying her to her study for her own safety.

"Syura, the son of the Prime Minister…he has a penchant for raping and murdering girls like you. Naturally I will warn all in the Palace of what happens if you are ever even so much as touched but he is not trusted." Esdeath concluded as she turned her cold eyes down to Saiko so she understood.

The black-haired slave felt a stir of emotions deep within as she briefly thought of unpleasant times far back of forced physical contact with a 'Master'.

Not a true Master…for her true Master is carrying her gently at this very moment.

Yet, she does not dwell on the past and instead she embraces the Goddess who embraces her.

"I understand. I am no fool. I will listen to your every order." The young girl assured as she sighed dreamily so deep in this love it was as if she was drowning in the Great Ocean's depths.

"Good girl. That is what I love to hear. Now be silent and rest in my arms. I will be without you for a few hours. I wish to hold you to my chest." The blue-haired woman admitted in a tender tone as she clutched her pet to her chest stroking the back of her soft hair.

'Saiko weakens my frozen heart at times but I accept that it is the nature of the bond that we share.' The General thought as found her lips curled into a content smile.

Saiko obeyed as she curled up into the woman's arms as she set her head upon those large breasts she so loves.

How caring of her Master…she wants to cradle her because she will be away from her for a mere few hours.

Esdeath strode to her study in a pleasant silence as she held onto her pet enjoying her company as she has found herself partial to her embraces.

It took her a half hour to slowly walk there, savoring the sensations of the young girl resting against her chest.

The Empire's Strongest opened the door to her study as she carried the girl inside sighing as she found she did not want to set her down.

But further cuddling will have to wait until later won't it?

For now it was best just to enjoy the moment.