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Being a female has its pros and cons, oh especially the latter. She doesn't want to deal with unnecessary issues revolving around her gender, although she doesn't have any particular choice— She was born as a girl from the start. Sometimes she wishes to be a male, to feel like what it's to be one. To know and to understand how the world works differently around her if she were to be a male. If she were to be a male, her twin would also be one as well. Would her sister mind? Surely not, since sometimes Mugsy would also give a piece of her mind into this kind of context. But it wouldn't hurt to dream, she's only a girl after all.
After 5 hours or so had passed within the casino, Cuphead couldn't feel her legs and requested for a 30 minute break to which Queen Dice has graciously given her. She went inside the staff room seeing her co-workers playing some card games while drinking as per usual. Now, she would normally join them but today was just not it. She just wanted to relax onto the soft cushion and take a quick nap. Of course life isn't always fair to her, one of her co-workers came up to her.
" 'yer lazing around? "
Cuphead opened her eyes irritatedly after smelling smoke and dust, looking up who spoke and disturbed her sleep. She couldn't be surprised when Chips was the one who spoke behind the couch.
" Ahhhh... leave me alone for a few minutes. "
She turned around and grabbed the pillow, hugging it tightly while pulling her legs to her chest and digging her face to the soft sheets.
Chips only burrowed his eyebrows in confusion but letting the maiden in distress have her own peace. And walking back to the desk with his other colleagues. They questioned what was up with Cuphead but he only shrugged in response, continuing what game they had left off at.
Almost 30 minutes later, Mugsy was ordered to pull out her sister in the staff room. Seemingly forgetting about her job, but once she entered the area. She looked around, seeing the same people on the desk playing who knows what. While she looked a little further while walking slowly, she finally found her sister. Sleeping peacefully in the couch in an awkward position that will surely result her limbs being electrified afterwards. She smiled at this usual occurrence and walked up to Cuphead slowly to not make any sound. After making her way to the couch, she sat on one of the handles and carefully nudging Cuphead. Making the latter stir in her sleep.
" Five more minutes.. "
Mugsy only smiled sheepishly at her sisters' response to her after nudging her.
" C'mon cups, 30 minutes is almost over. It's time for you to be back on your feet. Wouldn't want Dice to get mad, do ya? "
After a few seconds of silence, Cuphead groaned in annoyance she couldn't argue on behalf of herself when she did say 30 minutes break. She should have requested for an hour. Mugsy stayed closer to her sister for a bit until the older one finally stood up wobbly. Mugsy saw this and asked her sister curiously, " 'ya alright cups? " To which the latter only respond with a 'mhm'. Making Mugsy feel even more interested and curious.
" Did you get enough sleep last night? "
Cuphead slowly processed the question and replied with, " Yes..? " Not making eye contact with her sister, since she knew Mugsy would be able to tell if Cuphead was lying or not by looking through her expressive eyes. " Hmm, alright. If ya say so. " Mugsy finally got off the couch handle and walked right behind her sister. Seeing the way Cuphead was moving slowly and carefully. Yep, it didn't take long for Mugsy to know that Cuphead did not in fact sleep well last night. This conclusion made Mugsy a bit worried, but nonetheless she knew her sister would still be able to take on the job for at least another hour or two. Going out of the staff room, Mugsy offered one last bit of talk to her drowsy sister.
" Just call me if ya need help, 'kay? "
Mugsy ran off to take orders that were being demanded by the customers. And left no room for Cuphead to respond to her. Making the older cupsibling curious at this bit. She paid no attention her sister's comment. But she did take it to her heart and will surely call her if she needs anyone. She began working again in the casino, dealing with orders that demanded of her presence. Observing the casino the customers were not.. ragged and naggers earlier when she took a break. Maybe it's the affect of the alcohol and them losing at their bets and such. After fully finishing taking orders from the crowded area, she looked around for more if someone needed assistance or help. But for the past few minutes, she couldn't help but feel someone staring behind her back. Cuphead thought that it was just the patrons eyeing at her, telling her that there are customers waiting for her to take on. And she did, she did take all of their requests and demands. But the eyes were still there.
Cuphead was furious and couldn't pinpoint where it is, until one certain new demon called for her. And when she turned to look around and meet those devilish eyes, she knew who it was. With a black hair that came with a hat that almost shielded him from the world, tanned skin with a tattoo, a leather branded sweater, a white turtleneck that came with small chains and some pants that came with high boots. She knows what kind of conversation she'll have with this demon. Trying to plaster her customer service smile and grinning even more even if she feels so weird and perplexed.
When she eventually reached the demon's table, she can feel her eyes twitching in annoyance when the demon tried seducing her in a not obvious way— As a matter of fact, it was obvious.
" Good evening to you sire, what drinks or appetizer would you like? "
Cuphead pulled out her notepad and ballpen with her right hand as she slid the menu down to the table with her left hand. Her hand was immediately touched by an unwelcomed fingers. She tried to fight off the shivers and only kept an empty smile, retrieving back her hand and avoided wiping it on her pants. That would look bad, especially in front of a new demon customer. She knows how many people in this casino tried hitting on her, whether literally or embarrassingly. So this isn't anything new for her, but this demon seems to be mischievous and can't keep his hands to himself.
" What's your finest top choice on the menu? "
The demon was pretending to look at the menu, faking his curiosity and boredom.
Cuphead retorted back in a sweet tone, " Well, people are highly interested into our classic cocktails. Most customers here buy the Manhattan or Rusty nail. But everyone has a different taste. So please take your time to choose what you're ordering. " She closes her eyes, that way she wouldn't be able to make eye contact with the demon, but this leaves her a bit unguarded as she can't see anything.
" Aww, such a shame that you're not in the menu? I would've loved to taste you... " Purple eyes lurked around Cuphead's figure, and then immediately went back to the menu when the female waitress opened her eyes. The demon could feel himself grinning after receiving such a subtle reaction from the female. He could feel that the waitress was boring such hatred into him but he paid no mind to it. Actually he loves it.
That's it, Cuphead had enough of this. "I'll get back to you once you already made up your mind. " She says with hidden poison, gripping her notepad subconsciously. She turned around heading other tables to look for a distraction. Albeit, when she took a step. A hand wrapped around her forearm, making her feel goosebumps and quickly looked around to see who it was. And it was the fucking demon.
" Excuse me, I'm actually in a need of company. Could you entertain me with your presence? " The humanoid figure spoke, while retreating his hand back to his other palm. Sending a kind smile to Cuphead, making the aforementioned smile crookedly. Only nodding, and sitting at the other seat where she had to face him. Oh gods, how wish she can just punch this demon and throw him out of here. Actually— toss him in the deepest pit of hell. Wait— he's already a demon, she doubts it'll work. But what about heaven magic? That will surely scar the fake looking human guy. Cuphead just wants to gauge out his eyes and make him eat it—
" What's your favorite cocktail, m'lady? "
Oh, the nerve of this guy to call her that. He loves entertainment right? She'll give him that until her patience runs in slim. (It's already running in multiple flimsy attempts)
" Ah well.. for me personally, I like the Martini. "
" Hm, well that sure looks good. I like your pick, I'll try that one. "
Cuphead nearly looked shocked at the guy— The Martini here in the casino costs a lot. And it's not even her favorite, actually it's probably around her top 5 cocktails. But she doesn't usually drink it since it is expensive. " Is that all? " She took notice of the lust and desperation on his eyes as it rakes around her body. Making her squirm unnoticeably, but the demon sure saw it. Making him lick his lips subconsciously when it was plainly on purpose. The guy only nodded, while staring at her evidently while the female only ignored his gaze.
Cuphead stood up tucking the notepad and ballpen inside her pockets, " I'll be back with your order sir. " She replied with a kind smile but her tone devoid of any emotion. She turned around, dropping her smile as it turned into a deep frown. Making her way to the bar, her eyes sparkled back again when she saw Queen Dice was the one making the liquors and appetizers. Which is.. rare. She ought to question her and maybe.. Let her be the one to take the demon's order. Cuphead hesitates with the last option, she knows it won't work but the least she could do is give it a try.
Cuphead sits in one of the bar stools and takes a quick spin around it, as she looks back at the manager. " Queen Dice! What ya up to? " One of the cupsibling cheekily comments. Receiving an unimpressed reaction coming from the younger. She sighs and placed her hand on her hips, eyeing up Cuphead. " What're you doing here? Your break time is already over, yes? " Cuphead meekly nods in response, belittling herself in front of her manager. " Yeah.. just handling one more customer.. "
Cuphead lays her head onto the marbled table, seemingly to be in distress. Well, she was stressed, but she didn't think it would double up now that the guy came around and showed his punchable face.
Queen Dice seeing her pitiful state, she already figured out what this meant. " Is it another one of those customers? " The older of the two, asked while scrubbing a wine glass with a clean towel. Cuphead snorts in response and said, " Yeah. He also wants the Martini. "
Now this got Queen Dice's attention, the last aforementioned quirked up an eyebrow in peculiarity. " Well, now that's new. " Cuphead agrees immediately and when she tried to speak up, she was interrupted by her manager. " Is that him? "
Cuphead looked at where Queen Dice pointed at, and unexpectedly she did managed to point the same guy. Which she visibly groans in irritation. Face planting onto the table even if it hurts her face a little bit, she just wants this to be over. " Here's the Martini, take the money and lead him to Boss's office. "
Cuphead's movements were halted. And she swiftly looked up which made her vision a bit blurry but she couldn't care any less. " Huh? Whatddya mean? " The female waitress asks the manager, to which Queen Dice only replied with, " You know what you heard. " Oh well ain't that suspicious, but how will she lead the guy to the Devil's room without being or looking skeptical?
" Now go. "
The voice that boomed through her ears made her stand up, and grab the Martini to head over to the guy's table.
When she finally reached the table, she placed down the cocktail and swiftly moving it in front of the guy. While taking the money that was evidently sitting there on top of the menu. She tried not to grin with how much money she's currently holding. But the demon's voice disturbed and ruined every moment.
" Wow, this does taste good. " The demon kindly remarked, while taking more sips onto the glass.
Cuphead smiles in return, " Thank you sir. " Not because of his gratitude but because of the money. While she stood there awkwardly, he suddenly spoke. " Here's a little tip for you m'lady, for how much hard work you've been putting efforts all day. " Whereas he places down another cash of money, and Cuphead's eyes almost became the dollar signs. She graciously took the money and meekly asked, " I— seriously thank you. I don't know how to repay you.. "
The demon smirks devilishly, " Well, I don't mind you repaying in... other ways. " Cuphead only tilts her head in curiosity and replies back to the weird comment, " Like what..? "
" Do you have a room where no one walks in? "
" Yes, we do. "
" Take me there. "
Cuphead tried not to scratch the hand that she was tightly gripping. Both of them were hastily running through the hallways, seeming to be eager to eat out each others. Cuphead swears they almost fucked back at the storage room but she had a goal in mind after all. She can't just abandon it. The demon tried touching Cuphead in some other parts to which Cuphead only teased him about and never let him touch it, not until they reach the room. The female waitress could feel the guy deflating and having blue balls but she taunted him with her unbuttoning the buttons on her chest while flicking a seductive smirk. Keeping him on bay and on delirious, and it worked. He's head over heals for her to the point he didn't even knew where they were heading and was only lusting at her.
While the rooms looked kind of eerie and was spacious, he didn't mind. But he couldn't take it anymore, he has to unravel her right here, right now. But before he could pin her to the wall, she came to a halt and slowly opened the door to the room. The room had a dim light and had a table and a throne sitting at the centre. Papers were stacked onto the table, and he was dragged inside the room and he was interested on the interior designs. All of the signs and symbols looked familiar, that is until a click noise got him out of his fuddled mind space. He looked around and it was suddenly dark, he couldn't see where Cuphead was.
" Cuphead? Cuphead! "
And then he finally registered the feeling behind his back, he slowly turned around saw those eyes.
His screams didn't leave the room, and Cuphead finally let her guard down. She shivers at remembering the moments where the guy touched her at, but he's finally rotting now and got what he deserved. Hah! Dealt by the Devil himself, ain't that ironic?
She met up with her colleagues and Mugsy at the staff room, which Mugsy saw how she looks all ruffled and a mess. The younger cupsibling ran up to Cuphead and looked at her worriedly.
" Cuphead! What happened? Why do you look like this? Are you okay? Who did this— "
Cuphead just grabbed her sister and breathed into her calming perfume, at least it wasn't the cooling and husky scent she was smelling earlier. God she almost puke up smelling that kind of scent, and she doesn't think she wants to smell it anymore. She was glad and relieved when her sister hugged her back, secured and comfortingly.
" 'm fine, just had to deal with 'nother typa customer. "
" If you're so sure.. "