It's all fun and games till the hooves start merging together into feral ones. >:)

Oh man I love this so much ;w; I'm honestly surprised I got this and it honestly cheered me up too. Thank you both for this <3 I love it!

Right?? >w<

I'm so happy that it brought you a smile. That's the best reaction I could ask for! ^w^

aww i'm glad to hear that!! makes me more happy! haha but yeah this is so dang awesome! I love it so much!

Thank you for the kind words! I really enjoy your style, so a compliment from you is all the more meaningful to me. ^^

All the better to thump someone with. :)

haha but i can't hold my wine D:>

At least you could hold yours before, unlike certain people. :p

>w<

nicer!!

Thanks!

>w<

Sure seems fun over there. x3

Bottom: You're welcome to join the party, m'dear!

Well, how could I say no? x3

Bottom: *rummaging about the boxes before producing another, fairly dusty, bottle of wine* Now, to get th'lady a proper glass... *he opens one of the boxes and produces a wine glass. He pops the cork and pours a generous amount* Theeere we are. For you, m'dear!

Thank you kindly. *smiles and accepts, sitting down on one of the crates and taking a sip*

Bottom: *taking a pull from his flask* So, what brings you out here? Alleyways aren't th'prettiest part of the city. I'd think you'd rather be lookin' at the lights and stores further in.

I'm on vacation here and I guess I got lost along the way. It also doesn't help that my phone is dead. I have a rough idea as to where my hotel is, I just need a few pointers. *smirks and sips some more* This is really good wine. Is this local?

Bottom: Ah, I see! I'd offer to show you the sights, but, heheheh... *points to his own head* I'd prob'ly draw too much attention. But I'm sure I could show you to your hotel. As for the wine, it is. The grapes're from an island just off the coast. Rumor has it that they're magical, but it's just a rumor. *laughs, albeit a little nervously*

Hmm.. well, either way, it's very fruity and sweet. I'm not quite accustomed to such good taste from a wine. Probably because I don't drink wine all that much. *She smirks and shrugs, but keeps skipping*

Bottom: Haha, well that's good. Someone so intelligent as you shouldn't be dulled by alcohol. Me, I'm dull already, so it's not a loss if I'm drunk.

Aww, well, you seem to hold a conversation well, so I don't think you're by all means dull, even if you think so of yourself. *has a few more sips* mmh, this wine seems to be getting better. That's remarkable.

Bottom: Kind of you to say my dear. *he smirks ruefully at the lengthening ears* Isn't it lovely? You'll never find so nice a wine anywhere else. If there weren't so little of it, I'd prob'ly be havin' some myself.

Oh, I'm sure you would. *blinks a few times as the wine really seems to kick in* oh goodness, it doesn't waste any time, does it? *rubs her head as she holds her glass steady, the tipsiness already starting. Regardless, she has another sip* Ok, I think this may become the best wine I've ever had...

Bottom: *tries to hide his dismay when her fingers nearly brush her reforming ears* Heh, take your time. This bottle will be here as long as you like.

Bottom: *tries to hide his dismay when her fingers nearly brush her reforming ears* Heh, take your time. This bottle will be here as long as you like.

Yeah, you're right. I should slow down, but it's such a tasty beverage. *she smirks a little and sips some more. She wiggles a little uncomfortably as she tries to adjust her seating, eventually getting it* Ah, that's better. Say, can you tell me more about the island this wine came from?

Bottom: *fishing his flask out of his pocket to help him keep a straight face* You won't believe me in the least, but it's a good story. *he leans forward, his voice taking on the low creepiness used when telling a scary story* Now, I told you that the grapes were magical, but it's said the rest of the island is cursed. All the joy and excitement of the island brings terrifying consequences. If you indulge, you lose your humanity. *he leans back and takes another swig from his flask* A hedonist like myself would never survive it.

I... wow, oh goodness. I had no idea. *she blinks* I heard of legends like that, but... to hear that they're real, that's another thing I really can't get my head around. *finishes off her glass and pours another*

Bottom: *a small smirk twitches to his lips* Unbelievable, I know. But I've been there, and I can tell you that s'all true. I've seen it happen more than once.

More than once, huh? Like... you're saying stuff like Pinocchio is actually real for that place? *She grumbles a little* I can take those heels off. I'm not walking. *she promptly kicks them off before taking another sip and scratching her ear*

Bottom: Heh, as real as this goofy face of mine. *he takes another pull, unable to fight the disgust rising in himself, and holds out a hand gesturing to stop* Alright, okay, I've ruined enough lives tonight. Look, I've tricked you. You're a nice lady and you don't deserve this. You're spot on with the Pinocchio stuff. This wine is from il paese dee bah-whatever, Pleasure Island, and it's already starting to work on you. I... ugh. *he rubs his face* I'm sorry. I-uh... I'll fix it. Just don't drink any more wine.

H-huh!? *She looks on to him, a frightened scowl across her face* W-why!? Oh god, I should never have trusted a stranger... *she scratches her ears and gasps sharply* ears!! Holy crHAAWWWWW! *She shuts her mouth closed and gets up, but stumbles*

Bottom: *standing and raising his hands placatingly* Whoa-kay, just calm down! I'm an idiot, I know. But-but I can fix this. I know you have no reason to trust me now, but-

*a man in a very stylish evening coat, dark wash jeans, and motorcycle boots clops up to the pair*

Nico: *glaring at Bottom* What trouble have you gotten into now? *he eyes Paula before Bottom can respond and his expression softens* Oh, bella, what did this ass do to you?

*looks up to the well-dressed man* Oh mister, I don't know if you can help me, but that donkey man offered me a drink and didn't tell me its effects before it was too late. *she grunts as she's wobbling on her hooves*

Nico: *offers his arm so she might steady herself, and glares at Bottom* Explain.

Bottom: Now, I know this sounds bad... I sort of... gave her some paese dee... dei... some wine and she-

Nico: You gave this innocent *steals a very barely hidden glance at Paula* and very lovely lady Paese dei Balocchi wine? Ma, che sei grullo? Only faerie magic fixes this!

Bottom: I know, I know, but I have someone who can help-

Nico: *almost dangerously calm* You are not taking her to that vile woman. I'll do what I can. *turning to Paula* Bella, may I touch your shoulder? I must try to stop the spell from spreading.

*looks to Nico, not panicking but certainly wobbling from the effects of the wine* uhm... uh... I hope I'm not far off... j-just let me have hands still... *her tail wags under her dress* ah... oh god, I have hooves! *she catches a glimpse of her 'feet'* My shoulder? Y-yes... I mean, if it's going to help? Just no funny business!

Nico: *drawing an x over his chest* You have my word, nothing funny. *giving Bottom a look* You've given her a very poor first impression of my hometown. Not all of us are so selfish. Now, just stay still... *he very gently presses two fingers to her shoulder and a brief reddish glow pulses once through her skin* There. Now, at least, it won't get worse while I try to find a way to undo it.

Bottom: But you can fix it, right?

Nico: *bristling* Give me a moment, would you? This is very complex magic. Not that you gave that any thought when you pushed this wine on her.

Bottom: *lifts his hands in a mollifying gesture and slumps onto the crate dejectedly*

*gasps as she feels Nico's magic pulse into her and she stands steadily on her hooves, stopping at what looks like a little further than a satyr, her nose still larger than a human's, fur covering her legs, and a tail draped behind her* T-thawwwnk you. *she slaps her mouth shut* s-sorry...

*She then looks to Bottom, confused about whether to hate him or forgive him. Either way, she says nothing, not panicking in the least about being part donkey*

Nico: *smiles warmly* Come now, you mustn't be embarrassed. That was really quite cute. *strokes his goatee and observes her* I've heard that the curse can be lifted with hard manual labor, but I would hardly want such a lady to have to deal with that... perhaps a potion to counter the effects would work, but I don't have that skill...

Bottom: Lady Moth could-

Nico: *eyes flashing* No. I will not send this innocent creature to her! Keep that wretched woman out of this. *returns his attention to Paula* You are remarkably calm, bella. Perhaps it is good you've had a bit of alcohol.

Maybe. Maybe it's also because donkeys are my favourite animals, I don't know. *huffs and tries to hold onto Nico as she tries to keep her balance* I'm just... goodness, maybe I'm just drunk. *pins her ears back* Btw, who is that Lady Moth I keep hearing from you guys?

Nico: No matter the reason, I am glad you aren't too frightened. *he automatically places his hand under her elbow to assist*

Bottom: Lady Moth is a powerful fae-

Nico: *growling at a memory* She's a treacherous blue-haired pointy-eared fiend. She is not to be trusted. She may have the answer to your spell, but she would make you pay for it in the worst way.

Thanks. *she huffs and leans on Nico for support as she figures out how to walk on the new hooves for feet* So, uh, she's like a witch or a pixie in a sense?

Bottom: *giving Nico a defensive stare* She's one of th' most powerful faeries there are. And she might not be th' kindest, but there is good in her if you give her time.

Nico: Well she hasn't earned any of mine. *returning his gaze to Paula* Where are you staying tonight, bella? It would be my pleasure to walk you home. It would be more comfortable than wooden boxes at any rate.

Bottom: *rising* I'll come, too.

Nico: I believe the lady should decide that, don't you?

Bottom: *sitting again* You're right, you're right.

You know whawwwwwt? *blushes again, holding her mouth for a few seconds* Ugh, I'm here by myself, and I'm staying at the hotel right by the seaside. Though how will I get to my room without seeing anyone? *she looks to Bottom* But as for you... maybe we got off on the wrong foot. So if you'd like to join us, you may. I'm not going to let someone like you sleep under the stars, if they admit to their mistakes. *snorts* Admittedly, having hooves and a tail is kind of intriguing and different. *she grins* And the long ears feel really neat.

Nico: *tucks Paula's hand in the crook of his arm in his most gentlemanly manner* Then to the hotel we will go. Hold onto me, bella and a glamour will disguise you.

Bottom: *smiles widely* Truly, my dear? You are an angel. *he stands to walk beside Paula, carefully positioning himself as far away from Nico as possible* I'm glad it's not all bad.

*smiles towards Nico then just nicks at Bottom as they walk along* I wasn't expecting to be spending my holidays like this. Then again, I didn't have a lot of things planned for my stay. There can be good in bad situations. That's how the universe keeps the balance.

Nico: *leading their small group onto a sidewalk heading toward the beach* I imagine it's this way?

Bottom: 'S a good thing it does. I hope we keep finding more good in my mistake. *his ears swing back guiltily*

Uh, yeah. Like just along the beach. It's the building with the big balcony. *she wobbles along on her new hooves*

Nico: *noticing her difficulty* Hold on... *he holds her around the shoulders and teleports them to the balcony* To save you the trouble.

Bottom: *looks around in utter confusion* Nico? Where'd you go, Magician?

*blinks as she holds onto Nico* Whaa! *she then notices their are on the balcony of HER hotel room* Wait, how did you do that!? And where is the other fellow?

Nico: *smirks* Just a trick I picked up. I'm sure he'll find his way up here... eventually.

Bottom: *drunkenly storms his way to the hotel lobby*

I would be VERY surprised if he got past security without any sort of resistance. *sighs and opens the balcony door for themselves*

C'mon, Bottom, keep going! I'm on the edge of my seat!

... Speaking of, BinturongBoy might wanna vacate his: a human is one thing, but I doubt that cardboard box and its contents can handle a full-grown donkey for long. ^_^o

Bottom: If you insist! So the guy takes the jar, opens it up, and drinks the olive juice. He won the next round of cards. I never did find out where he got the olives.