Well, I have a present for you! I think you'll like her, though I understand if you don't want any potential mess in your new apartment.

What, exactly, are we talking about here?

Slightly got into a small amount of trouble with a magical girl. Got her unconscious and separated from her artifact, and, well, she's so pretty it seemed an awful shame just to kill her outright... And I did promise you a share in any kidnapped girls, after all :P

Ah.

Well, I didn't exactly design a prison here. But I suppose I can buy a dog crate or something.

'Unconscious when unsupervised' helps a lot, too, I think, though I've never kept my toys for long. Tend to feel kinda weird about captivity.

All right, then. You can bring her.

<3

And, a few minutes later, there's a knock on Ellie's door, and a muffled call of "Parcel delivery!"

She opens it.

"That was fast."

There's a Ruby, with an unconscious girl (tied in ribbon, with a bow on her head) at her feet.

"I was close by, and already had your present all wrapped up."

"She is pretty. Do come in."

She grins, hauls the girl over her shoulder, and steps inside, giving Ellie a quick kiss. "Where should I put your present?"

"Just over in front of the couch is fine.Where did you find her?"

She sets the present down where directed.

"I was poking around Florida a bit, and she picked a fight."

"Her foolishness is our profit. Do you want anything to drink? I haven't fully stocked the pantry yet, so we may need to order out for dinner."

"I'm alright with just water for now."

Glass of water!

Then over to the couch to regard the new toy.

The toy: has long, sleek red hair she obviously keeps in good condition, that falls in gentle waves, and pale skin, and freckles. She's not wearing makeup, but she's still wearing presumably her own clothes - a tank top, sports bra, and running pants are visible, all in dark blues. She doesn't look at all injured, and is apparently sleeping peacefully.

"Have you talked to her at all?" she asks Ruby.

"Not since we fought. I've left her unconscious. There was some taunting during the fight, but not much."

"A blank slate, then."

"Do you think you could burn her clothes off without hurting her, after we wake her up?"

"I suspect so."

"I think that would be a suitable introduction to our little game. What role do you want to play?"

"Hmmm... It's been a while since I got to own someone. I can show you the ropes, too, on healing someone who can't use their artifact, and on how to make them scared... Though it might also be fun to do something new-ish. Be your loyal servant, taking care of your toy as you watch from your throne."

"That's a good idea." She waves a hand regally. "I give charge of this toy to you, my loyal pet Ruby. Demonstrate for me your love by playing with it until it is exhausted."

"Thank you, your Majesty." She curtsies, and turns to get the toy all ready for a proper awakening.

This is gonna be fun.