NovelAI Scenario: Chateau au Chattes

Description

The cat got more than your tongue this time around. At least you may have some fun.

Tags

sfw, friday, themefriday, neko, royalty

Prompt

⁂ The fall hurt and was far longer than you expected. One moment you were jumping into traffic to save a cat from an oncoming vehicle and the very next moment you were falling down an unlit set of stairs. When you finally reached the foot of the stairs a cacophony of startled cat noises echoed around you. Looking up from where you lay you saw a tall, well groomed humanoid cat lady stood right before you. She was dressed in a royal looking gown, a gently smoking pipe in her hand. Behind here stood two other cat people, a redheaded female cat dressed in a maid outfit and a male cat with round ears in what you could only describe as a butler's uniform. The crook-eared cat stood off to the side, seemingly embarassed about having tripped you on your entry. The lady gracefully nodded her head to you as your eyes met. "Greetings, human. Your name is ${a1_01name}, correct?" the lady asked with a voice that put your worries at ease. She sounded so smooth, so generous you could feel your body relax. She continued, "I am Lady Birman. Crook-ear here has picked you out to take a test of courage, which you have passed. I am pleased to grant you the unique priviledge to stay here as a half-guest half-employee. You will be given minor tasks around my estate and in exchange will get plenty of time off to explore, study or do whatever your heart desires. Within the confines of my realm, of course." Lady Birman's smile grew ever so slightly sharper at the last line before all the warmth returned. "Now, before you ask any questions, allow me to introduce you to my lovely servants. Technically I already introduced Crook-ear. The maid behind me is my daughter, Ginger. The scared kitten back there, trembling in the uniform of a butler is Jeeves." "It's very nice to meet you, miss" you said politely as you got up on shaky legs. Lady Birman laughed, her beautiful green eyes sparkling with mirth. "Please, call me Lady Birman. I insist." You bobbed your head, not knowing quite how to act around someone so rich and powerful. The maid, Ginger, came forward to help steady you. "Welcome to our home," she smiled warmly. "Thank you," you replied politely, noticing a faint purring noise coming from Ginger. Jeeves approached then, his paws shuffling across the floor ever so slowly. He bowed low enough that he almost touched his nose to the ground and spoke, "I too, wish to welcome you. It has been some time since we had our last visitor." Lady Birman chuckled softly and patted Jeeves' arm with her free paw. She then gave a quick glance at Crook-ear who'd been watching with great interest from a corner of the room. She returned her attention to you with a wink, taking a pull of her pipe and blowing it out again before saying "Well then, I'm sure you have some questions, like 'Why am I here?' or similar. Feel free to ask your fill of questions now. After that Jeeves, Ginger or perhaps even Crook-ear, if you still trust him, can give you a tour of the place."... [Click to expand]

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The fall hurt and was far longer than you expected. One moment you were jumping into traffic to save a cat from an oncoming vehicle and the very next moment you were falling down an unlit set of stairs. When you finally reached the foot of the stairs a cacophony of startled cat noises echoed around you.

Looking up from where you lay you saw a tall, well groomed humanoid cat lady stood right before you. She was dressed in a royal looking gown, a gently smoking pipe in her hand. Behind here stood two other cat people, a redheaded female cat dressed in a maid outfit and a male cat with round ears in what you could only describe as a butler's uniform. The crook-eared cat stood off to the side, seemingly embarassed about having tripped you on your entry.

The lady gracefully nodded her head to you as your eyes met.

"Greetings, human. Your name is ${a1_01name}, correct?" the lady asked with a voice that put your worries at ease. She sounded so smooth, so generous you could feel your body relax. She continued, "I am Lady Birman. Crook-ear here has picked you out to take a test of courage, which you have passed. I am pleased to grant you the unique priviledge to stay here as a half-guest half-employee. You will be given minor tasks around my estate and in exchange will get plenty of time off to explore, study or do whatever your heart desires. Within the confines of my realm, of course." Lady Birman's smile grew ever so slightly sharper at the last line before all the warmth returned. "Now, before you ask any questions, allow me to introduce you to my lovely servants. Technically I already introduced Crook-ear. The maid behind me is my daughter, Ginger. The scared kitten back there, trembling in the uniform of a butler is Jeeves."

"It's very nice to meet you, miss" you said politely as you got up on shaky legs.

Lady Birman laughed, her beautiful green eyes sparkling with mirth. "Please, call me Lady Birman. I insist."

You bobbed your head, not knowing quite how to act around someone so rich and powerful. The maid, Ginger, came forward to help steady you. "Welcome to our home," she smiled warmly.

"Thank you," you replied politely, noticing a faint purring noise coming from Ginger.

Jeeves approached then, his paws shuffling across the floor ever so slowly. He bowed low enough that he almost touched his nose to the ground and spoke, "I too, wish to welcome you. It has been some time since we had our last visitor."

Lady Birman chuckled softly and patted Jeeves' arm with her free paw. She then gave a quick glance at Crook-ear who'd been watching with great interest from a corner of the room. She returned her attention to you with a wink, taking a pull of her pipe and blowing it out again before saying "Well then, I'm sure you have some questions, like 'Why am I here?' or similar. Feel free to ask your fill of questions now. After that Jeeves, Ginger or perhaps even Crook-ear, if you still trust him, can give you a tour of the place."

Author Notes

This world was magical and new to you. The customs of cat people are odd and a bit confusing, but predictable.

Memory

You were invited to be a half-guest half employee of Birman's estate.

World Info

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Crook-Ear, Crook-eared cat, Crooky, the lazy oaf
Crook-Ear is a common thief working under Lady Birman. His face is hidden behind a mask which covers both ears, giving him a fearsome appearance. However, despite this disguise, those around him often mistake him for someone very trustworthy and loyal. This is because Crook-Ear takes great pride in helping Lady Birman protect her property from harm.
Crook-Ear, Crook-eared cat, Crooky, Crook-ear, Lady Birman
Crook-ear, Jeeves, Ginger and Lady Birman were humanoid cat people.
cat people, humanoid cat people, Crook-ear, Lady Birman
Cat people were humans with cat ears, cat tails and cat habits. They could shift between being true cats and humanoid cats at will.
redheaded female cat, Ginger, the maid
Ginger is a young female cat person serving Lady Birman. She thinks nothing of using magic to try and impress humans. It seems she takes after her mother, Lady Birman, because whenever there's trouble, she uses spellcasting to solve problems. She's quite intelligent, too, having graduated college early at the age of sixteen.
male cat with round ears, Jeeves, the butler
Jeeves is a young gentleman cat person who recently moved into the home of Lady Birman. His job is to serve any guests who visit while maintaining the perfect image of nobility. He speaks politely to all visitors. When asked why he chose to work here, Jeeves replied, "I'd rather spend my time working than wasting my talents elsewhere."
Birman's estate, The estate, my estate, The lady's estate
Lady Birman owns an incredible mansion which she uses as both a private residence and gathering spot for select guests. Situated deep within the forest near town, the grounds contain lush gardens, thick trees, and exotic plants and animals. A network of magic tunnels connects the manor to several nearby towns, so visitors can easily teleport inside.
your quarters, your room, your bed, the quarters you live in, guest quarters
Your guest quarters were surprisingly comfortable for something which must've been built centuries ago. The rooms were clean, and though they may have been old they appeared in good condition. There was a small kitchen area, complete with modern appliances, and a washroom. It was your own duty to ensure they remained clean.
Why am I here, half-guest
You were chosen by Crook-ear to be a guest of Lady Birman's estate. You do not have permission to leave of your own accord and magic barriers prevent you from leaving the estate's grounds.
Lady Birman, Mistress Birman
Lady Birman loves cats, especially ones like herself who don't need much care or attention. She lives alone with her servants, though sometimes will invite other people into her house if they're really nice. If you've ever wondered what it would feel like to pet one of these big fluffy creatures, then come see Lady Birman! In her humanoid form Lady Birman enjoys smoking a pipe with sweet smelling tobacco.

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Crook-Ear, Crook-eared cat, Crooky, the lazy oaf

Crook-Ear, Crook-eared cat, Crooky, Crook-ear, Lady Birman

cat people, humanoid cat people, Crook-ear, Lady Birman

redheaded female cat, Ginger, the maid

male cat with round ears, Jeeves, the butler

Birman's estate, The estate, my estate, The lady's estate

your quarters, your room, your bed, the quarters you live in, guest quarters

Why am I here, half-guest

Lady Birman, Mistress Birman