Mistress Jo is a name that echoes through the shadows of Cruella’s society, whispered by those who know better than to cross her path. Unlike the esteemed Ladies who command respect through wealth and breeding, Mistress Jo has clawed her way to relevance in a world that offered her none of the privileges of birth or education. Her place in the hierarchy is unconventional, tethered to the formidable Vixen, who has taken Jo under her wing not out of admiration, but sheer utility. Jo is a tool, one that Vixen wields with precision, unleashing her chaos where it serves the greater purpose.
Rebellion defines Mistress Jo. She is not one to conform to society’s expectations or play by its rules. Her demeanour can be unsettling; she often appears calm and collected as she oversees the daily toil of slaves, her watchful eyes lingering just long enough to keep them uneasy. But beneath the surface, there is an unpredictable fire that can ignite without warning. Jo’s violent outbursts are legendary. Her rage is not something provoked; it is primal, sudden, and often inexplicable. Slaves who fail to meet her unspoken standards, or even those who simply cross her path at the wrong moment, have been beaten senseless or worse, left lifeless in the wake of her fury.
Many Ladies find Mistress Jo’s presence deeply unnerving. Her reputation for sheer aggression precedes her, and even the wealthiest and most powerful tread carefully when she is nearby. Her unpredictability makes her dangerous, her capacity for violence unmatched. However, it is this very trait that Vixen finds invaluable. While the Ladies might shrink in Jo’s presence, Vixen sees a weapon. Jo’s unbridled aggression, combined with her disregard for societal norms, makes her the perfect enforcer for the dirtiest and most perilous of tasks. When Vixen requires intimidation, chaos, or outright destruction, Mistress Jo is her go-to.
Having Mistress Jo at her side also serves an important secondary purpose for Vixen. Her reputation alone is enough to keep the other Ladies in line. Jo is not bound by the unwritten rules of respect and restraint that govern the elite. Her very presence is a reminder that power does not always come with refinement or pedigree; sometimes, it is raw, chaotic, and utterly unstoppable.
Though Jo’s methods are brutal and her temperament volatile, she thrives in her role. She has no desire for the polished, aristocratic life of a Lady. Her satisfaction lies in exerting dominance, in the crack of her whip, the trembling of those beneath her, and the freedom to lash out whenever she sees fit. Vixen provides her with the perfect stage, a world where her rage and rebellion are not liabilities but strengths, wielded with precision to protect and expand Vixen’s influence.
Mistress Jo may not have the title or status of a Lady, but she is a force to be reckoned with. In the brutal landscape of Cruella’s society, she carves out her place not with wealth or cunning, but with raw, unrelenting power and a refusal to be contained. Her loyalty to Vixen is practical, her allegiance born of mutual benefit rather than respect or admiration. But as long as Vixen has use for her, Mistress Jo will remain a powerful and unpredictable presence; a storm waiting to be unleashed.
