Desdemona had wasted no time. There were those who held descrepancies about her leadership, she wasn't stupid, nor blind, she could see hatred and indignation brimming in the eyes of the wolves around her, but Tortuga, under Kaien and Morphine's rule, had had no purpose, no direction. Ranks had been given solely because wolves had bonded and grown close to the two leaders. There had been no test of skill or honor. If the betas wished for their ranks rightly returned, they would earn them. They would prove themselves worthy of the title. No one deserved a free run. No matter how her people viewed this, she would not budge. Tortuga needed to be strengthened internally. There needed to be a set system. If those that joined had no hope at improving their stature, becoming someone of importance... why join? Tortuga's numbers had declined rapidly, even the betrayal of Cyanide whom had been with the pack, at least she had been told, since its very creation. She had served Nnoitra without fail, it was Kaien and Morphine whom she had doubted and rightfully so. She had, at one point, had respect for her leaders. Kaien still held a touch of her respect, she regretted his death, but understood his desire for a restful, eternal slumber. Morphine, she had considered keeping as her second, she had been well liked by the people, she had her own devious ways, and she was a formidable ally, but the woman had come at her with the intent to kill right from the beginning. The bitch had only proven that she cared for Tortuga as little as she cared for the grass beneath her pads. She cared only for the position of power, only for the right to call herself a Queen. She would have none of Desdemona and the ivory fae could not risk such a loose cannon amongst Tortuga's numbers. She would give Desdemona no quarter and Desdemona had shown her no mercy. She did not regret banishing Morphine. "From what I understand you were already well on your way to making an alliance with Amenti. tell me what you know, I imagine much will change once we arrive, but this alliance is important, it would be nice to have some background knowledge." Her tones were crystal, flat but respectful. As soon as Morphine had snapped, Nnoitra and how well he was liked by his people entered her head. The moment he had Morphine had been dismissed from her brain, she felt foolish for ever considering Morphine over Nnoitra. Together they could make a formidable team, his intelligence, her brawn. She wasn't above asking for his knowledge, especially when it came to something as important as this, even if the pack did rebel and she was exiled... at least she could leave knowing she had tried to make peace. They reached the borders of Amenti swiftly and without hesitation, Desdemona craned her head back, calling for the Queen. Patiently, she would fall back onto her haunches, tail curling absently around her. (((OOC: Please let Shrap post with Nnoitra and then the floor is all yours Dark! <3))) Speech,

The man walked with the larger Queen and as they headed to Lentajin, now Amenti, a question came from the other pallid creature. Audits turned in her direction and pupils shifted as he looked at her. A smile almost formed. The deal he'd made with Newt was an interesting one. Desdemona would hopefully be pleased by the turn of events. The alliance was already practically theirs. This would just be a meeting to make sure, and announce the new Alphas. "They are an assassins pack. They take contracts from anyone and are much like Tortuga. Neutral, but with a darker side. Their numbers are small but growing rapidly. Unfortunately their other Alpha is Kaios which is problematic. Kylar and Secret wish to go after him. The brute took their still born baby and ate it. So that must eventually be resolved, but in a proper manner. Until then the alliance is good. Newt will be giving us one of her daughters to live with us and to marry a son of Tortuga. In return I told her that if any females were to be born of any Tortugan Alphas that they would be married to one of her male children. It'll help strengthen bonds between the packs. After that I believe that's all." They came to a halt at the borders and he stood patiently beside Desdemona as she called to Newt. This meeting would certainly prove to be an interesting one. He could feel it within his bones. Speech,

Kaios

It was a pretty normal day in his world. His wife was out and about with their children, everything within the pack was at peace, and he was enjoying it. He didn't mind a chaotic setting, but things had changed, and he didn't mind a sense of normality in his life. Everything seemed so perfect.. until he heard the call. Someone was at the borders, calling for his wife, but he too would answer the call. Who it was he did not know, but he wanted to find out. With all the recent happenings between he, Kylar, Secret, and Jupiter he could only imagine who was at his borders now. Powerful legs pushed him forward, paw steps almost silent as she kissed the earth. He may be big, but his body could move in a graceful way. As he came closer, the scent was all too clear; Tortugans. Why were they here, calling for Newt, and not him? Certainly they'd wish to speak with him about what he had done. Knowing they were at the borders drove him forward at an even faster pace. He could only imagine what they had to say. When they came into view he slowed down to a tantalizing slither, making his way toward the pair slowly. Tail flagged up, ears pinned back. He knew Nnoitra, but not the female next to him. She held a powerful stature, and it made him wonder exactly who she was. "Well, well, well, look who it is, at my borders, calling for my wife." Amethyst eyes glanced toward the female, but fell upon Nnoitra. "Nnoitra. I can honestly say i'm glad to see you here, and not that god awful brute you chose for an alpha. Never liked him ya know. He could never be you." Lips curled back into a devilish smile as he spoke. It was the truth, he hated that bastard Kaien. "Real question is, why are you both here?" He had an idea on why, but he wanted to hear it himself. He wondered when Newt would arrive.

So, he was back and with someone else? Her brow arched as she noticed her mate wandering towards the wolves calling for her. Her tail flicked behind her as she watched him approach the duo. He was her mate and alpha of Amenti and he had every right to approach those that wandered the borders. Yet, she couldn?t help the uneasiness that filled her. Nnoitra had spoken of consequences that could occur due to her mates past endeavors. Yet he was here without his king but with a female. It was all so interesting really.

She allowed herself to slip towards her mate?s side. Allowing her gray violet coat to middle with his darker ebony fur. She was asserting her role in this in a subtle manner and yet supporting her mate all at the same time. Regardless of what he had done in the past he belonged to her and she would make that be known. ?Well, it?s nice to see you again Nnoitra. Whom may I ask have you brought with you?? she asked, her gaze shifting towards the new queen of Tortuga. She hadn?t heard the news of their former kings death or the rise of their new king. It?s funny; their stories could be intertwined of how they both inherited thrones. She was the Queen slayer, and this females, had killed a king.

Curiouser and curiouser.

The brute wasn't quite prepared to have Kaios reach them first. A small fragment of his mind knew that he had gained Alpha status here, but the rest of him wasn't fond of believing it. He'd never imagined the brute to reach this status, so when he reached them he had issues believing his eyes. He remained cool and diplomatic, but couldn't help but wonder if Newt would make an appearance.

Kaios seemed confused by Desdemona's appearance, but all would be explained when Newt arrived. He was greeted warmly though, save for when he began to insult his son. Lip curled up in a silent warning revealing a single tooth. Not threatening, but merely displaying his displeasure at Kaios' choice of words, no matter how much he himself was praised.

"Keep in mind that was my son, no matter how incompetent you found him it would be appreciated if you kept your personal opinions to yourself. As far as our presence here I will wait for Newt so we don't have to repeat ourselves."

It didn't take lady for the dark lady to arrive. She slid up beside Kaios possessively. She didn't have to worry about him looking to skin Kaios' hide. Not this time. Punishment would be discussed at a later date. For now they needed to explain the new situation and get their alliance underway, including arranging the marriages between his unborn kids and her kids. Head dipped in respect to both Alphas before he returned to his position.

"I'm apologize for all of the confusion of late. Standing by my side is Desdemona. She challenged Kaien. She is now Alpha and I stand by her side as a second Alpha."

A look was briefly flashed towards Kaios. Any comments would hopefully be kept in his head. He hadn't given out details about Kaien's death for reasons, he also didn't want to hear any disrespect towards the dead. Kaien may have not done the best job as an Alpha, but regardless he was still family. He wouldn't be a bastard and disown the child in death.

"We have come to inform you of this, and that I have taken on a mate. The pups should be born some time this winter. If the alliance is still going strong I suggest that one of my children be betrothed to yours. I am also curious as to when you will send a daughter to our pack."

He had said mate in an odd way. The relationship with him and Loki was an odd one, but he wouldn't spend time explaining that to them either. Two-toned gaze shifted to Desdemona waiting for her to add something. He didn't want her to appear incompetent in front of them, he just happened to spend half his time talking when it came to meetings like this. He had a way with words and he also knew more about this alliance and was more familiar with it than she, but perhaps she wanted to introduce herself.

"Talk"

Desdemona stood silent, allowing Nnoitra to introduce her, he had been here before, had a personal relationship with the Queen, she was, for all intents and purposes, a stranger and she would do nobody any good if she approached such things hot headed and mindless. She waited with complete patience as Nnoitra expelled all he had to say before dipping her cranium just slightly, agreeing to his quick, brief, introduction, a small smile curling the corners of her maw. "Well... that's certainly the PG-13 version of how I came to power, but more or less accurate. Kaien is dead, I killed him per his own request. Morphine has been banished." No use in lying to a future ally. Desdemona looked carefully between the two rulers of Amenti and politely dipped her head. "It tis a pleasure to meet you both, Nnoitra has told me much about your standing arrangement already, I am perfectly content to agree to the same, unless either of you have questions for me?" Nnoitra had already done the vast majority of the ground work for this bond, this was looking to be more or less a formality. A meet and greet, she wouldn't expect perfect acceptance of new leadership, but she didn't believe this would result in the break of the treaty either. She waited patiently for the two to answer. Speech,