Necromancy Nancy

“Ya know, it’s just the teeniest bit gross when you sniff the remains, however very useful so I’ll deal.” She got to her feet and clicked on her flashlight, moving deeper into the cell like room. She cast the light across the walls trying to take in some symbols that had painted on them with blood. “I really love how they’ve decorated...” She stopped before one specific symbol and stared. “This looks familiar.”  

“Did you ever imagine it would end like this?” “Any regrets?” “Oh, then I suppose you’ll be wanting these back?” “We’ve got to do something!” “The horse is a surprise.” “This is not a proper tribute!” “All right. Here’s the plan.” “How dare you!” “Well, I like it!” “You’re buying your own con!” “Save it for the high priest, honey, you’re gonna need it.” “How’d you get those?” “Be gone!” “No, no, no, not with the face. Stop.” “Great. Sensational.” “Beware the wrath of the gods!” “This could be our destiny! Our fate!” “Well, it was nice working with you, partner.” “Oh! Oh, no, no, no.” “That’s your plan, is it?” “We’ve done it!” “Is that the map?” “You drank sea water, didn’t you?” “Come and get it!” “You’re talking to a horse.” “I’m not really asking you to trust me, am I?” “Back mortal, before I strike you with a lightening bolt!” “We’ll follow that trail!” “Mighty and powerful gods!” “I know what you are, and I know what you are not.” “You lied to me? How dare you!” “Oh, look at me, look at me, I’m a god!” “Who are you kidding?” “That’s not true!” “Listen, mister high-and-mighty–” “Wake up! We found it!” “That’s fine with me, pal!” “I… this… can’t be…” “I will cut you to ribbons!” “We… we’ve got to think about this–” “Get on the horse!” “You can never worry too much!” “Get back, mortal!” “You will be flogged.” “We are working a con, walking the razor’s edge.” “The little voice, remember?” “Just imagine for a moment that you have one.” “I’m not sure I can trust you.” “I will give you the honor of a quick and painless death.” “Come on, baby!” “Do you mind?” “Wait! I’m getting something!” “Holy ship!” “You worry too much.” “No, I worry exactly the right amount.” “You know that little voice people have that tells them to quit when they’re ahead?” “Any last words?” “Look, change of plans.” “Go ahead, I’ll cover for you.” “Ah, oh-ho, no, no!” “My lord? Hello?” “What is the object of this game, pray tell?” “What are they doing?” “Oh, come on!” “I’m not coming on!” “What’s happening here?” “You’re not a god?” “Well, maybe I don’t need you anymore!” “We have to grab what we can and go.” “What is he going to think when he sees a god with me?”

“Well that sure sounds like a good ol’ fashioned demonic possession to me. Most likely a low grade demon if it was just going after normal humans? They were normal humans, yes?” She moved to sit down on the plush red couch, patting the spot beside her. 

“How open minded are you? Mr. Everett.” 

She stopped in front of him, looking up. “I need a hero. Up for the job?” 

Veda hung up her phone and let the hoop drop from her waist before moving towards the browsing customer. “So sorry about that. How can I help you this evening?” 

“You had me at I’m buying.” She took Charlie’s hand and practically dragged her out of her seat and to the door. “Let’s get us some cheese fries! Extra cheesy cheese fries. With jalapenos. Fuck yeah.” The only thing that got veda more excited than food, was free food. She was gonna take full advantage. “Chocolate milkshakes too?” 

“There’s a possibility you can.” She wandered over to him, circling like a shark.