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@Amuulzhaan 6 months ago

(( It's close to that time, folks! Let's get this party started and all that--share art, have cake, send flowers to loved ones, do what you like as long as you don't set the building on fire or traumatize everyone. That seems to happen at a lot of holidays... ))

(( And remember! Valentine's day is about love, and while the focus certainly is on romantic love, never forget there's a thousand other kinds of love, be it self-love, platonic love, or familial love! Don't feel like you can't participate simply because your character's not in a relationship. ))

(( /end Tai ramble ))

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A Valentine's day party at the Society had been the subject of much consideration in the time since the last one had been prematurely ended in a rather fiery manner. While there were many voices higher-up that expressed their concern at such an incident happening this year, there were equally as many voices, if not more, reassuring that there would not be a repeat.

And so, when the evening before that lovely day came about, a great number of the Lodgers and staff alike banded together to turn the main hall into a venue for the occasion, going above and beyond with their decoration: cozy tables with frilly chairs and lacy tablecloths, red, white, and pink streamers twined along the banisters of the staircases, roses as far as the eye could see, and floral arrangements on every table, sure to charm in their simple beauty.

When morning came, a banquet table was added to the mix, laden with all sorts of sweet culinary concoctions, hors d'oeuvres, and a bowl of punch that almost definitely didn't last until the main event without some sort of alcohol being added to it.

Guests began to trickle in at midday after the windows were flung open to let in sunlight and a surprisingly pleasant breeze--welcome after so much winter weather. Soon, the hall was filled with a jovial air and chatter that sang all the way up to the grand leviathan hanging from the ceiling, which some brave soul had managed to get a garland of azaleas atop the head of, nearly lost atop the gargantuan skull.

And while there were sure to be those who spent their energy waiting for it to all go horribly wrong, the majority present agreed that this was a decidedly splendid state of affairs, and resolved to enjoy themselves accordingly.

(( Have fun, all! ))

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Catt Hatter  Guest • 6 months ago

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Catt Hatter  Guest • 6 months ago

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Catt Hatter  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

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Jekyll1886  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

((It looks amazing!!! :D))

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Catt Hatter  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

((Thank you! ^u^ I'm really glad you like it! ))

((Did I get Lewis' face and hair right?))

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Jekyll1886  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

((Everything is awesome!))

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Catt Hatter  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

((Yay! :D ))

((Hm, I should probably make sure the next time I draw him, it includes an angle where you can see both of his eyes. X3c I've only ever drawn him with one! ))

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MillieGriffin  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

((Millie looks great!))

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Catt Hatter  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

((Is this better for Griffin?))

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MillieGriffin  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

(*unwholly fan SCREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEECH!*)

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Catt Hatter  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

(( XD Heheh, I'm guessing that's a happy 'scree'? ))

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MillieGriffin  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

(. . . . yes. ^u^)

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Tairais  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

(( Everyone's so snazzy :0 ))

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Catt Hatter  Tairais • 6 months ago

((Thanks! ^u^ I wound up hyperfocusing the night before, so it finally came together.

What would Char or Richard wear for a valentines day party?))

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Tairais  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

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(( Char'd go for a dress if it weren't so scandalous for him to do so in this time period. Richard would probably wear that suit jacket over a shirt the same color of the flowers with white trousers--assuming he felt like dressing up for what he thinks is a somewhat silly holiday anyways :P ))

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Catt Hatter  Tairais • 6 months ago

((Ooo, those're pretty!))

((Dang, everybody's got better fashion sense than I do. XD))

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Tairais  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

(( XD I have the fashion sense of a librarian that hasn't left their library in 10 years at least, my characters just happen to have an eye for the #aesthetics ))

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Catt Hatter  Tairais • 6 months ago

(( Hey, the library has books on fashion!

And indeed they do. ^u^ ))

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Tairais  Catt Hatter • 6 months ago

(( Im much more likely to be in the art party of the history section :P ))

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Catt Hatter  Tairais • 6 months ago

(( That's fair, you'd probably see me there too.))

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Tairais • 6 months ago

(( Jekyll1886 Special delivery from a sneaky birb! ))

Charricthran had checked to make sure Lewis was out of his flat for the day before delivering the vase of flowers he'd spent no small amount of time Singing into being and arranging in at least a passably.

Then he'd checked a couple more times, just to be sure that his friend was actually gone. He'd gone ahead and left the flowers on the kitchen table simply because he didn't fancy leaving them for passerby to see and potentially take.

He'd left plenty of flowers out for people to take at their leisure regardless, but it wasn't a risk he was willing to take.

His one errand done, he spent the remainder of the day with Richard and whomever else fancied chatting with one or the both of them, the festivities bringing a half-smile to his face even as afternoon bled into evening and he began to wander the rooftops of London alone, catching glimpses of starlight between clouds and fog and glittering gas lamp.

(( I fiori in question /o/ ))

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MillieGriffin • 6 months ago • edited

Millie walked through the hallway with a little skip in her step, and a box of chocolates and card under her arm. She wore an elegant black and red suit that made her feel as pretty as a colorful frilly dress would make other little girls her age feel.

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In a moment she had ran into her uncle, who was dressed rather heavily but also a bit dashing, buttoned up overcoat, and fadora.

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"Well you're all dressed up, what for?" Griffin said plainly.

Millie presented the box and card out to him, "Happy Valentine's day to you."

"Oh, chocolates..." He said as he took the gift before opening the card to read it, "Heh, 'to the most adequate uncle'... Hey wait a minute, this is the same thing you wrote in my father's day card!"

Millie shrugged, "Well I thought if it works why mess with it."

"Well think of some new material next time, so I don't get tiered of throwing away the same card."

"Aheheh, alright. I guess next time I get you a gift without expecting anything in return I'll brainstorm with you for some clever quips." She said a little snarkily.

"I do have a gift actually!" He retorted defensively.

"Oh really? What is it?"

Griffin paused and looked around with glaring eyes for anyone that might see the two of them. Then he bent down and gave Millie and kiss on the cheek.

Millie blushed and her hearts began to flutter as she put her hands on her red cheeks with a big grin on her face. "Awwww~... Cheap-arse." With that she let out a chortle and Griffin pushed her back, mussing her hair at the same time. "Aheheheh, so why are you all dressed up like that, are you planning on going out?" She asked

"I might... Why, what's it to you?"

"Eh, just asking is all. There's food in the main hall if you want any before you go..." She offered.

"It's a party, isn't it?"

"Well, yes..."

"Ugh..."

"Well you don't have to stay, I wasn't, we just grab a bite to eat and be off is all."

"What do you mean by 'we'?"

"... Look, do you want to get something to eat or not!?" She impatiently asked.

Griffin took a moment to think over the offer, "Mmmm... Nnnnn-Okay..."

With a huff she said, "Alright fine, let's go...!"

As they went she mumbled under her breath with an eye roll, "Jesus...."

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Jekyll1886  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

((I love their outfits! They each suit them so well! :D))

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MillieGriffin  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

((Thank you! ^w^ Lewis looks amazing too.))

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Jekyll1886  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

((Hee, thanks! ^_^))

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

(( Awww, cuteee! ))

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

(( The fluff is real! X3 ))

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

((XD))

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Tairais • 6 months ago

(( School was dull, so I wrote this. Anyone is welcome to come chat with the lads! ))

"Do you have any other plans for today, Charricthran?"

"What, aside from puttin' a shieldin' enchantment on ya boyfriend's necklace?"

"Aside from that, yes. Lower your voice, if you would. There is a great din, but you know how many ears that the walls in this place has."

"They do tend ta have a fair few o' the buggers, yes."

"You have not answered my question."

"Eesh, fine. Gave flowers out ta a few in London I figured needed 'em, poked a couple of dunces ta tell their families they loved 'em, gave flowers ta someone I wanted ta give em to, an' now I'm sittin' here in a crowded room people-watchin' an' punching the bag til ya fancy dropping off your gift. Oh, an' I'll probably go kill a right twat o' a man tha's cheated on an' ruined his wife o' ten years for a prettier bird. Tasteless, tha'."

Richard laughed at that, covering it behind a cough and a single gloved hand.

"For someone that says they try not to get attached to the worlds he falls into, you have certain begun to go out of your way to be kind to people you have yet to know."

In response, Charricthran scowled, though it was a biteless thing.

"What can I say? Life's too short for your lot to spend it being miserable. Be happy, fall in love, make friends, cherish the family you choose ta love. All tha' nonsense, see?"

"And you take your own advice now, yes?"

The responding see-sawing hand motion made them both laugh for a few moments, quiet but distinct in his jagged harmonies against the din of so much other chatter.

"Maybe not yet, but I'm gettin' better at it, yeah? Met you an' all tha'..."

Richard's face was entirely serious as he quirked his good eyebrow.

"While I am flattered, I will point out I already have someone for my heart-"

"Oi! I meant as family, ya numpty! Bloody buggerin'-" Charricthran huffed in mock-irritation as Richard's melodic laughter continued in earnest.

He shook his head fondly and sighed, pressing his fingers against his head wearily as he gave Richard a sidelong glance.

"Y'know, for someone with as many manners as you have, you can be a right nuisance sometimes."

"Yes, but you are fond of me despite this, as I am fond of you despite your complete lack of social graces at times."

The two of them exchanged a grin, each taking their punch and clinking them together.

"Persvek wer ominak di itov."

"In nome dell'amore. I believe that is what you mean, yes?"

"Yup. Cheers, kid. I'm pretty sure the punch is spiked, by the by- don't drink too much of it, capisci?"

"Capisco. I am not much for punch to begin with."

Their chatter turned to idle gossip after that, mostly on the subject of those dancing in couples before them, what they wore, and the most likely person to have tampered with the punch (Richard was betting on one of the co-founders, while Charricthran had his money on Griffin).

It was simple talk, but it was nice to catch up on the sorts of things that all too easily slipped through the cracks of busy lives full of busier people.

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago • edited

As they spoke they could see the two Griffins walking to the buffet and picking what they want before looking for a table to sit at.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

"Three o'clock. Millie an' her uncle are here if ya wanna say hello."

"Oh, wonderful. It is always nice to see her, given... well."

"Yup. Want me ta flag 'em down?"

"Certainly. We have two seats to spare, after all--why not share them with friends?"

Charricthran flashed Richard a quick grin before weaving through the sea of people before him with his typical soundless footsteps. He figured the faint scent of copper and decay that followed him would be enough to announce his presence to Millie ahead of his greeting, if not his uncle.

"Heya, strangers. Ricky-boy's offered the two spare chairs at our table if ya'd like ta sit, seein's how everywhere else is fair crowded."

He jabbed a thumb over his shoulder towards Richard, who offered a small but friendly wave and a reserved smile.

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

"Hi Char." Millie greeted, happily, "we'll be happy to join you, won't we Griffin."

Griffin shrugged, "If it's a place to sit, fine..." He said indifferently.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Charricthran led the two of them over with a cheerful spring in his step, taking the time to pull out their chairs for each of them in turn before flopping into his own with exaggerated grace.

Richard, well used to his friend's antics, merely acknowledged this with a fond eye-roll before giving the new arrivals a warm grin of his own and a welcome nod.

"Signor Griffin, Signora Millie, hello. How are you finding the festivities this fine day?"

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

"Hello Dr. Prince, All things are peaceful so far, in comparison to other party's here." Millie said as she sat down and made a subtle knock on the door table for good measure.

"It's as much of a fluff-fest as I expected it to be." Griffin flatly said as he put his plate and punch on the table and sat down then frownd as he realized, "I don't think I know you..."

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard's grin cracked at the edge at Griffin's remark, exposing a handful of teeth and one snaggled canine. Wrestling his expression under control, the good doctor offered his hand to the other man and introduced himself.

"Doctor Richard Prince, geologist, engineer, and a former patient of your delightful niece. Charricthran has told me some of you."

"Mostly jus' the stuff tha' happened on Aerhobgratir, which Ricky-boy didnae getta bounce ta."

Richard nodded in Char's direction, confirming the fact.

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago • edited

Griffin hesitated a little put off by the grin but decided to be polite and took the any giving it a frim shake before letting go.

"Oh. How nice... Nice to know when people are talking about me..." He said in a tone that bordered on sarcasm.

"behave..." Millie quietly muttered through her teeth to Griffin as she cut off a bite sized piece of a heart shaped strawberry tart with her fork.

Griffin gave her a quick side-glance for quickly saying, "no." and took a sip of punch.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

"If it helps at all, the impression was entirely anecdotal--I much prefer seeing your impressions in person."

Richard glanced towards Charricthran, who was busy watching couples on the dance floor, as he'd been prior to getting the Griffins. With a shake of his head that seemed very much as if it were apologizing for the other's lack of manners, he turned his focus back to them, folding his hands before him.

"Which, if I may add, is very much dashing. The cut and colors of both of your suits are fantastic--do you see a professional tailor, or?"

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago • edited

Millie put a hand on her cheek as she blushed from ear to ear at the compliment. "Aheheh, Thank you."

"Oh this old thing?" Griffin said lightly tugging at the collar of his coat, "I'v had this forever, I got it at home back in the 'good old days'." A small smirk started to form on his face as nostalgia started to slip in.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard gave Millie a warm grin and a nod that served as a 'You're welcome' before addressing Griffin in turn.

"If it is a story you care to share, I would be much gladdened to hear of its acquisition--an ensemble with that much personality is bound to have riveting tales."

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

Griffin took a long sip from his punch, "I'm not drunk enough to be that talkative."

"I guess in summary we're from a different universe, and that's where we got our clothes." Millie explained, since apparently to her Griffin wasn't going to, before she to took a sip of punch.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard nodded as if those were perfectly reasonable things to say.

"Fascinating. Charricthran wore something similar to your uncle's attire when he first came to this universe--it took me a great deal of time to convince him that, while fashionable in its own right, it didn't particularly match anything from this time."

"Still swap inta tha' outfit on occasion, though I prob'ly shoulda taken a leaf out o' Griffin's book--he pulls it off much better 'n I ever did."

The man in question had paid just enough attention to contribute that with a cheerful grin before turning his focus back out to the teeming sea of people in the hall.

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

Griffin grind at Char, "You're just saying that because it's true."

Millie smacked her lips after tasting the punch again, "what kind of alcohol is in this?" She wondered out loud.

Griffin shrugged, "Makes it taste better anyway." He remarked before drinking what was left in his cup then getting up to get more.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

"Naturally," said Charricthran to Griffin as he wandered off, "I don' make a habit o' lyin, pal! Take the compliment!"

Richard shrugged at Millie's question, smile turning wry at the edges.

"I am uncertain as well--punch is not much to my liking for a reason I have yet to discern."

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

"I don't really blame you, and if the future of this world is anything like from mine then punch as a drink is just going to dissolve into, artificially red, saccharinely sweet, generic fruity flavored, mystery drink in mass produced quantities, only fit for little kids parties. I kind of agree with Griffin, this tastes better."

She took another sip before finishing her tart.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard... looked more disturbed than he perhaps should have by the thought.

"That sounds... positively horrid. I mean this entirely seriously when I say I will be glad not to live to see it. Unless, of course, this is the very near future you speak of--in which case I may have to consider fleeing the country."

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago • edited

Millie guffawed at Richard's reaction to what she predicted, it was a few moments before she could compose herself t speak again.

"It–Ahehe– It's not all bad, aheh, it's not all bad! -heh– th-there's lots of wonderful technology and gadgets, man goes to space and gets to walk on the moon, and the food is better...! Well, with the exception of the the punch of course, Aheheheh. But there's always mixed drinks."

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard sniffed, the expression more befitting of a cat than a human being.

"I will reconsider my stance. For now."

His stoic expression lasted for all of half a minute before he, too, was chuckling behind a gloved hand. After a moment, he paused.

"We go to the moon? Fascinating. I have always marveled at mankind's ability to look towards the stars for the hope of discovery. Could you tell me more, perhaps?"

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

"Oh, there's so much, I hardly know where to start. The two years I spent in the twenty-first century was exceedingly fascinating. In just a few decades everything is going to change so drastically, both good and bad... and when I left everything was still changing. They were actually planning on trying to colonize Mars."

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard listened with an enraptured smile on his face.

"How wonderfully exciting! And interesting in many a way, to change so fast. I am certain I would be unable to watch it all."

He paused.

"Do you miss it there, terribly? I wonder if our time does not seem so boring, lacking the stars so close at hand. A great many things seem duller by comparison."

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

"No, not really. They made things more convenient there, yes, but I felt like Rip Van Winkle, I missed so much. Here I feel like I'm back home, and now I got rear second chance to watch it all change to what I saw,"

She paused, "and maybe contribute a few changes of my own."

Then gave a short almost bitter-sweet chuckle, "And believe me things have been anything but dull here."

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard and Charricthran both laughed at that, though only the former commented.

"'Dull' is certainly not a word that applies to the Society, yes. And, for what it is worth, I am glad to have you here in this time."

Richard gave her a grateful smile and a small nod.

"After all, I would not be here to have this conversation without your help."

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

Millie smiled fondly with a bit of blush in her cheeks.

"I'm... very flattered by that, thank you. I'm also glad that you both seem to be doing well today."

Just then Griffin came back with a pint of the spiked punch in which Millie did a double take at beverage.

"Bloody hell Griffin you got enough booz!?"

"No." He said before taking a sip.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

"No such thing as too much coffin varnish," said Charricthran, presumably in agreement with Griffin.

Richard merely kept his focus on Millie after giving Griffin a nod of greeting.

"You are most certainly welcome, and we are, as a matter of fact, doing quite well of late. I trust it is the same with you, yes?"

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

Griffin raised his pint a little to Charricthran in agreement before starting on his plate.

Millie nodded to Richard's assumption, "Yes, so far..." She then took a sip of her alcoholic punch.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

"'So far'? Are you anticipating something that might change that?"

Richard's brow furrowed slightly, a measure of concern written there.

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

Millie gave a small chuckle, "Well no, but you never know." She said with a shrug.

"Knowing our luck it's almost inevitable..." Her uncle added before taking another sip.

"Aheh, but we're not here to focus on that." She said with a slightly forced grin.

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard nodded, frown turning to an understanding sort of gaze.

"I am familiar with the feeling. If I might offer some advice, however? There is little sense in waiting for something to go wrong--you miss a great deal of life if you wait for a perfect moment with no risk."

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MillieGriffin  Tairais • 6 months ago

"That is very sage advice, thank you." Millie said.

"Didn't someone set everything on fire at the last Valentine's day party?" Griffin asked before taking a bite of cake, "I heard that somewhere."

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Tairais  MillieGriffin • 6 months ago

Richard nodded towards Millie, a gentle smile curling one corner of his mouth.

In response to Griffin's question, he rolled his shoulders back in a surprisingly elegant shrug.

"I would not know--I confess that my memory is somewhat foggy, and the only recollections I have of this time last year are equally so."

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Tairais • 6 months ago

(( chatterghosts Naturally Richard has to be romantic in his own way, even if I couldn't do art for it like I do Christmas ^^" ))

The box was small, perhaps meant for a snowglobe or some similarly-sized object, wrapped in plain white paper and tied with a red ribbon. Atop it lay two roses, a deep, burgundy red.

(Inside the box, not that Elias could see, was a delicately crafted gold chain with a medallion in the shape of a sextant against the silhouette of a star.

Below that, a note:

'So that some of our stars will always be the same. Happy Valentine's day.

Yours,

Richard'

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Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago • edited

((Word of warning to those who would rather not read about characters being romantic/flirty with each other: Stop reading. This thread contains Lewis and Mz. Hyde...on Valentine's Day. 'Nuff said.))

As evening rolled around, Lewis sent a message up to Mz. Hyde via dumbwaiter. The letter smelled of amber, sandalwood, and roses. In purposefully elegant penmanship, it read:

Meet me by the mummy in the main hall.

Yours,

Lewis

Several "X"s and "O"s followed.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* Mz. Hyde had been looking forward to this for a few weeks now. After sniffing the letter like it was crack cocaine she then grabbed her gift for Lewis and gently placed it in her purse before checking herself one last time and then heading downstairs. Here she looked for Lewis.*

(Here is what she is wearing!)

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

Weir was standing just where he'd said he'd be, a bouquet of red, white, and light pink roses in hand. He'd dressed his best, clad in a dashingly dapper outfit. The dark coat was of a rakish yet sophisticated cut, its black blending with that of the trousers, socks, and shoes to make him appear even taller, though these last had white leather as well, just for contrast. The effect of elongation was further enhanced by a black top hat with rose-red band. His waistcoat, too, was of the same ruby hue, elaborated with silken filigree and coming to a stylish double-point at the hem. His shirt was a crisp, freshly-pressed white, with lace cuffs of the same shade for an added flourish. Even his snow-white pocket square was perfectly placed, and--rarity of rarities!--he for once had on neckwear, a lacy ascot to match the cuffs.

A special occasion indeed.

He spotted Mz. Hyde.

"Val!" he exclaimed, face lighting up at the sight of her.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago • edited

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ME-OW!~ Did you get all dolled up for little old ME?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"I could ask you the same," he practically purred, having noticed the new dress, the jewelry, the special way she'd styled her hair. "You look incredible."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Oh, you have noticed my new ensemble! Thank you!~ And I must say that I am really liking the ascot!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Why, thank you," he said, pleased as punch.

"I can think of but one thing more that would make you look even lovelier."

He offered her the bouquet of roses with a humble bow, hat in hand.

"Milady."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She gasps.*

For ME?! Oh Lewis! They're so beautiful!

* She hops up to give him a kiss on the check.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He chuckled as he rose, happy for the kiss.

"'Glad you like them."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Not as much as I like you!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He beamed.

"Care for a dance? We could find a table, set down our things, and cut a rug." His tone walked the fine line between gentlemanly and suggestive.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Dr. Lewis Weir, you may have EVERY dance! *She giggles.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

They did as Weir'd said and made their way onto the dance floor.

Lewis covered for her, utilizing his skill at ballroom dancing to somewhat mitigate her lack of it. The important thing was to enjoy themselves, and they certainly were. Whether the dance was fast or slow, simple or complex, the focus was on each other, and Weir couldn't keep from smiling.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* By skill, we mean that Mz. Hyde was standing on his shoes as he moved around the dance floor.*

You have such a great sense of rhythm!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

Given the difference in height between the two, this arrangement actually worked rather well.

He chuckled.

"Practice, my dear. Years of practice." You'll get a feel for it eventually. After all, there was something to be said for muscle memory.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Yeah, well, when the beat picks up, I'm totally throwing down the moves!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"You'll have to show me," said Lewis.

The moderately-paced song to which they'd most recently been dancing ended, and a slow one began.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Patience, Bugaboo. I will when the time is right.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"I know," he returned with a smile.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

So, you like it?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Like what?" he inquired.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

The nickname!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"You know I'll answer to nearly anything," he said with a smile and little chuckle.

"Say, may I get you a drink, or something to eat? I saw a rather decadent chocolate cake with salted caramel drizzle when we passed the buffet..."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

That sounds delightful! I know that you'd answer to anything, but I want something special for you y'know?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Then call me 'Lew'--few ever do," he suggested as they walked arm in arm to the buffet.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Alright then, Lew Bugaboo.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

They got their plates and punch and settled down at a table to enjoy a nice meal together.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

I swear, Mr. Doddle gets better every time!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Indeed! This devil's food cake is delicious."

He smiled at her.

"Care for a bite?" he asked as he offered one to her on his fork.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

No need, I got a piece!

* But she eats his piece anyways.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

While it was true she had her own piece she had yet to start on, that wasn't really the point, and Lewis was happy to see her eat from his fork. They were dating, after all, and it was Valentine's day.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

What are you smirkin' about?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"I'm happy to be here with you."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Daw! I am too!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

His smile widened at that. While he knew she wouldn't have come if she weren't, it was still nice to hear.

"I'm glad."

He took a sip of punch, happy he'd spiked it earlier.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

So, who do you think it was that spiked the punch this time? I'm tasting a mix of Jack Daniel's and Iron Brew. You?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"It's a mix of cognac, elderflower liqueur, and peach brandy, actually," he stated with a feline smile.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Really?! Wow, I was WAYYYY off!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

Lewis cocked his head. By Mz. Hyde's tone, it was obvious she'd not put together that he was the one who'd added the alcohol to the punch bowl.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

I'm putting my money that it was Griffin. He's ALWAYS doing some shit.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Val. Love. It was I who spiked the punch," Lewis leveled with her.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

.........

WHAAATTTTTT?

* She puts her hands over her mouth, stifling a few laughs.*

It was YOU?! *She whispers.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Yes," he whispered back with a chortle.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

I bet you cant drink more than me!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Heh. Interestin'. What do I get if I win that bet?"

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Well, what would you like, Lew Bugaboo?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He laughed.

"I suppose I'm already doin' it," he conceded with a loving smile.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Get MORE drunk?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Val," he said, taking her free hand in both of his as he held her gaze. "I'm here. With you. On Valentine's Day. So...I already have what I'd want."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Yes yes, but that doesn't make for a good bet!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

His brows knitted upward and his smile contracted to an unsteady purse of his lips.

He looked...hurt, unsure, blindsided by the easy dismissal of his sentiment.

I've already bet my heart. How can you just toss it aside like that?

In that moment, he resembled nothing so much as a wee little pup, a fragile creature who would die without love.

"Do you feel so little?" he asked, the pitch of his voice higher than usual for all it was soft as a whisper and threatening to break.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* Noticing how Lewis seemed hurt by that, she banged her head on the table. STUPID! STUPID! HOW DOES SHE FIX THIS?! *

OK! OK! We dont have to bet anything! We can just...drink until we fall down, black out drunk, yeah?! OP! But BEFORE, we get ABSOLUTELY SHIT-FACED, I must give you your gift!

* She grabs her present and precedes to run off. She then runs back to Lewis.*

Balcony.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

Weir shook his head from the intensity of the emotional whiplash.

What the Hell just happened?

"All...right..." he managed.

He duly made his way to the balcony, utterly unsure what to expect.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* Mz. Hyde made sure that everything was JUST right on the balcony before Lewis got there. Flowers? CHECK. Candles? CHECK. Fire extinguisher FOR the candles?

CHECK. Little mood music? CHECK. Courage? She chugs an entire bottle of Jack Daniel's before throwing out the bottle. CHECK. She sits on the little bench and waits for her man.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"Oh," said Lewis, straightening in surprise, at the sight of Mz. Hyde's efforts. "What's this?" His eyes darted from the candles to the flowers to the fire extinguisher; his ears took in the music. There was even the smell of some poor imitation of proper whisky in the air.

And, there, Mz. Hyde, sitting on a bench, waiting for him.

He wondered if it wasn't too good to be true...

Shoving his doubts aside--counter to what certain experiences had taught him--he approached and sat down beside her.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Do you like it?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"I do. This is-- You did-- Thank you," he said, genuinely grateful and moved she'd cared enough to put all this together. "Everything is so...beautiful," he finished, looking around only to then gaze into her eyes.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She blushes when he looks in her eyes. She looks down and holds up the little wrapped present.*

For you, happy Valentine's day Lewis!

* She hands him the box.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"I a--oh! Thank you," he said as he accepted the box, not having expected a gift.

"Shall I open it?" he asked, uncertain whether she wanted him to wait or no.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Yes silly!

* As Lewis read the tag that said "Love you with all my heart- Mz. Valerie Hyde" Mz. Hyde noticed that one of the candles had fallen over from burning too much and threatened to catch fire. She stared at the candle, with a look of pure rage on her face. Seriously, if looks could kill, this one would equal a nuclear blast. Fortunately, the candle knew better and righted itself up without causing any trouble. She smiles and focuses back on Lewis.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

Lewis was touched, truly touched, by the note, and was about to return its sentiment aloud when he was suddenly hit by a blast of rage emanating from Valerie.

Tensing, he looked up, only to see her leveling a death-glare at--he followed her line of sight--a candle. A fallen candle which then...righted itself.

He straightened and blinked, rapidly glancing between the candle and Mz. Hyde.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She notices that Lewis had noticed.*

What?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Did you just--with the candle?"

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Sometimes, you just have to let things know who's boss. Anyways, keep going!

* She lightly claps her hands in excitement.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

I s'pose she did, at that!

"Ah, right!" he exclaimed, focusing on the present in his hands.

He smiled at her, then opened the box to reveal...

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* Inside the box was small, delicate rosebud. At first look, it appeared to be made of glass, but the colors that swirled and glowed inside indicted that it was made of some other material. If one looked closely at it, there were many cracks in the rose.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"Oh, Val--it's so beautiful!" he exclaimed softly, amazed not only at its colors and overall appearance but also the thought and effort she must have put into obtaining it.

He delicately lifted the rosebud out of the box, unsure what it was made of and unwilling to chance damaging it in the least.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Thank you! I worked really hard on it!

* A moment passes and then her widened.*

Wait a minute...it's BROKEN?! I could've sworn it was fine when I made it! And I could've sworn it was in bloom before too!

* She face palms herself.*

Dammit EVERYthing is going wrong today!!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"You made this yourself? By God, Val, I never knew you were so multi-talented!"

He examined the rosebud more closely, the fractal patterns of the glass-like substance, in his opinion, lending their own artistic flourish to a positively remarkable piece. And to know she'd made it especially for him--well, he wondered how he'd ever doubted her.

"I love it," he said, placing it in his lapel as a boutonnière.

He took her hands in his and leaned in close.

"Just as I love you."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She blushes. At this moment, the rose blooms and glows red.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

Lewis had been about to kiss her when he noticed a glow out of the lower corner of his eye. Instinctively, he tucked his head to see what it was, and beheld the changed rose.

"Goodness! I didn't know it could do that."

He looked back to Mz. Hyde with a smile.

"You are truly remarkable."

He leaned in once more for a kiss, arms encircling her.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

It'll do that, it's made out of my essence. I went to a witch crafting store- I mean like magical knitting and hobbies and stuff like that- and had some help removing a piece and then shaped it via glassblowing. If you look in the box, I made a little guidebook for colors and shapes from some things I learned at the store.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"Ah. I...see." He'd known it was part of her, though he'd not brought up the fact out of politeness--after all, he could sense essences rather easily.

He was confused by her unwillingness to be kissed. Had he done something wrong? He didn't think so...

If not, why was she stalling by speaking of knitting and guidebooks, information she easily could have conveyed to him after a romantic kiss?

Yet she'd given him this piece of her very self...

He felt his world turn topsy-turvy at the plethora of mixed signals. What did (or didn't) she want?

Now he didn't know whether to kiss her or ask about her crafting. Did she want him as a friend, or as a beau?

A little frazzled but covering it well, he settled on a compromise.

"What does the rose's current state indicate?" he asked, already sure of the answer, which made her present behavior all the more confusing.

Perhaps she simply doesn't know how to relate within a...relationship of this nature, he reflected, given her past.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Oh...welllllll...

* She reaches into the box and grabs a little handmade pamphlet titled "Your Soulflower and You". *

Ok, so red signifies feeling high-energy emotions, such as passion, love, excitement, etc. I'm sorry if I'm getting really, REALLY annoying right now, it's just that I want to pass on this information before I forget it! I mean, I've always been told that I forget things or remember things wrong or make up things that never happened.

* She looks down and the rose tinges blue at the edges.*

Its probably because I'm very, very stupid.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"Whoever told you that is an arse," asserted Lewis, giving her hand a squeeze of solidarity.

"What does blue mean?"

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Um...blue means sadness, depression, and other such negative emotions.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Indeed."

She...does realize I'm an empath...doesn't she?

Ah, well.

"What can I do to cheer you up, love?" he asked, regarding her with a fond smile.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Wellll I guess you COULD finally give me that kiss you've been wanting to give me....

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

His smile widened.

"With pleasure."

He leaned in and gave her a kiss both romantic and passionate.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She kisses him back in such a manner, and the rose turned a vibrant red color.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

Lewis was far more focused on her than on the flower, though he did note it in his peripheral vision, gladdened by its rosy glow. After that, he was simply lost in the kiss.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* Mz. Hyde continued kissing Lewis. She had to admit, how long he could go without having to break up for air was impressive!*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

When this at last occurred, his breath came in pants, though he felt it was well worth it. With dreamy, half-closed eyes, he regarded her, a vision of loveliness. She made him feel euphoric, a kind of puppy love he'd first experienced in youth and had known seldom since.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* Mz. Hyde smiles at Lewis, before it breaks into a worried frown.*

Lewis...don't panic...but I THINK I am having a heart attack.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"What?!" he exclaimed, catapulted from the sensual reverie as he unthinkingly put his ear to her chest, physician's instincts kicking in.

Why didn't I notice? What is wrong with--

With...

Oh.

He broke into a smile and straightened.

"You're not having a heart attack, Val," he assured her.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

I'm not? Then why am I having heart palpitations?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He found himself unable to stop smiling.

"Because you're in love."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago • edited

* For a moment she just sat there her mouth agape with surprise before it melted into a look of wonder.*

That's AMAZING!! Soooo good emotions can affect the human heart like bad emotions can?! Are there positive affects?! Should I try to have more of them?! Do they increase circulation or something?! Or- or are they bad?! What about OTHER emotions?! I have SO many questions!!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He burst out laughing.

"No, no, they're not bad--they're quite good! You may feel a wee bit shaky after or during the palpitations, but that's just adrenaline--excitement, of the good kind! Your body will tell you. There are--there are so many good things that go on inside it when you're in love--endorphins, bonding chemicals, libido--it's quite amazing! 'Tis a cycle that builds on itself, physicality wed to emotion and--well--there's no better feeling in the world, frankly.

"Enjoy it," he invited her, locking gazes meaningfully. "Enjoy it with me."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She smiles back at him, both on her face and in her eyes.*

Of course.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Splendid." He positively beamed.

"Would you..." he found himself blushing as he asked her aloud, "like to...try to...perhaps go a wee bit further? We don't have to take it all the way unless you wish to, of course, but...maybe a little something more than we have done? I wouldn't mind to help you through the new sensations, if you've any questions along the way."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

You mean...do...IT?? I don't know...I certainly WANT to do it...but I'm afraid to. What if I mess up? What if I freeze or start crying? What if I-* At this point she just starts nervously thinking up ways that she could possibly f*ck up...well, f*cking! At this rate, they'll be there all night.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"As I said...we don't have to go that far if you don't feel ready. If you do, I'd be happy to guide you through it, but, if you don't, that's alright. I want you to be happy. I want both of us to be happy. And I can't be happy unless you are, so...there we are.

"Why don't we start with something in-between kissing and 'it', as you say?" he suggested with a reassuring smile. "Would that be alright? Hands can do wonders, you know..." he added, smile turning playful.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She thinks about this for a moment.*

Hmmm...that DOES sound a little more at my level...

* She thinks about this some more...until she finally says:*

Alright, let's do it!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"In that case," suggested Lewis, offering his hand to her as he rose, "why don't we go somewhere more private?"

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Now? As in NOW now?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"Would you rather do something else first?" he asked, the question genuine.

The night was young.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Not in particular...its just we're going to be tired afterwards right?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"It depends how active we get and what our baseline level of energy typically is, which varies from person to person," he said with a shrug.

"You seem rather energetic, but we could always do any other things you like first, if you're concerned," he reassured her.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She thinks.*

Did you finish that cake?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Hm, almost, but, no, actually, now I think of it." He'd been far too distracted by Mz. Hyde slamming her head into the table. "I left my drink, too.

"What about you? Did you want anything else from downstairs?"

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

I should also probably get my flowers...

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

"Ah, not to worry. I brought them," replied Lewis. He'd taken them with him when he'd gone upstairs to join her on the balcony, afraid someone might steal them if they were left downstairs; it was for this same reason he'd also taken his top hat.

Yet, as he'd approached the balcony, he'd been unsure whether Val would want her gift, and so had hidden it behind his back and then surreptitiously set it to the side of the bench.

He retrieved the bouquet for her now.

"Here you are."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

I swear Lewis, I would forget my head if it wasn't screwed on my shoulders....which it's not. Anyways, thank you!~

* She gives him another kiss before taking the bouquet.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"I've had days like that," he admitted with a chortle, perking up at the kiss.

Downstairs, their plates and glasses were as they'd left them.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Sooooo cake or no?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"I could leave it," answered Lewis honestly. "But I'm asking you what you want."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* Now THIS was a hard decision to make: Good cake vs Adult Party Time with Lewis? Delicious cake or puddintang with Lewis? Doddles' cake or Lewis' cake? Cake....No Pants party....Cake...Hot Steaming Buns...decisions decisions....*

Eh, there's always extra cake in the morning. I'm ready!

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He laughed as a broad grin split his face.

"That, there is."

He gave her a mischievous, conspiratorial look.

"Your room?" he suggested, thinking of what few places in the Society had some measure of privacy.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She grins mischievously back.*

No better place for it. But just a word of warning: the hanging bed rocks.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Heheheheheheheh," the anticipatory laugh escaped Lewis before he realized it. "That's...actually a bonus, really," he added, recovering, "if you like that sort of thing."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She snorts and laughs.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

((Underage people: Turn away now. Just in case. You have been warned. Though I typically write these sorts of things obliquely, I've included spoiler boxes and will continue to do so, ever mindful of Disqus's standards.))

They'd soon reached her room.

They shared a passionate kiss as they began to remove each other's clothing, headed toward the bed.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* As they approached her bed, she asked Lewis another question.*

Are you SURE you want to do this with me?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Absolutely," he answered between kisses, now shirtless.

"Are you?"

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

I want to do this...but just one more warning...

* She was taking her bra off facing away from him, then she turned around, a little bit embarrassed. *

I...don't have nipples...

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He was, to be honest, quite surprised by the revelation. The concomitant expression manifested only briefly on his face, however, and quickly turned to one of pity.

"You poor dear," he said as he sat down on the bed with her. "They'd be another source of...stimulation for you.

"But, no matter," he concluded. "I shall simply have to perform more loving ministrations on the places you do feel pleasure," he said with a smile at once reassuring and playful.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Oh I can still feel there.~

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He blinked rapidly, perhaps even more surprised by this.

A joyful grin spread upon his face.

"Well, in that case..." he amended.

He sensually slid his fingertips over one of them, his touch like velvet.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She shivers, in a good way, at his touch.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He chuckled to himself, pleased to see she liked it.

Emboldened, he leaned in and kissed her, at the same time giving her other one its own fair share of attention with his free hand.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago • edited

* She leans into his kiss, her spine tingling as he caresses her other breast.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

His heartbeat quickened and kiss grew more passionate as he stimulated them, one and then the other, his touch becoming ever bolder.

As he did so, an incipient heat pooled in his depths, burning ever stronger as the gathering tide of blood that flowed down to it grew more generous.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* As they kiss, she feels something hit her leg.*

Would you like to take your pants off?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

"Mm," he agreed, breaking for a moment to unfasten his trousers and slide them and his undergarments off.

Much better, he thought with relief as the strain was released.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago • edited

* For a moment, Mz. Hyde just stared at Lewis, only one word in her mind: "HUGE." *

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago • edited

Weir noticed the stare.

"A-as I said," he offered quickly and apologetically, the first hint of nervousness in his voice as he blushed, naked before her, "not unless you feel like you want to...er...this. Yes."

It'd be unrealistic to ask her to be alright with eighteen inches, certainly our first time together--which we may not even be--tonight--well. Up to her. Up to her.

He earnestly hoped she wasn't put off by it.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Would it even FIT?

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He winced.

"Ah...probably?" he ventured, pitch higher than he meant it to be.

"Certainly at least partially, if you were relaxed," he continued in a more normal tone, "and, I assure you, I'd be gentle. The female anatomy is, er...remarkably accommodating, as it turns out.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago • edited

Alright, I trust you Lewis.

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

A look of immense relief washed over him, followed by a smile of gratitude.

"Thank you."

The smile turned mischievous, then suggestive as he raised an eyebrow and asked, "Want to pick up where we left off? We could always see how things go..."

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

Of course!~ *She pats the bed.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

They did just that, kissing and caressing, and soon moved on to fondling and Frenching, enjoying discovering by touch and tongue all the angles and curves of each other. Eventually, Lewis ventured a hand to where it would be most efficacious for her pleasure.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* She feels where his hand is and guides it to where she wants it.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

He appreciated her saving them the time--every woman was different, after all, though the spot was always in the same general vicinity. He felt the slight difference in texture of the way the cells gathered, confirming this was it.

With his thumb, he reached above it to a different structure entirely, reading Val's body language all the while to ensure she was comfortable with this.

This done, he set about satisfying her in earnest, stimulating one nexus of pleasure on the inside and one on the out.

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Mz.Hyde Mod  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

* Mz. Hyde moaned as Lewis started doing that. She never knew that this could feel THIS good.*

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Jekyll1886  Mz.Hyde • 6 months ago

Pleased at her reaction, he continued his ministrations, a master of technique. His touch was delicate yet strong when it needed to be--particularly as he picked up speed as time went on--and incorporated all the right motions.

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Jekyll1886  Jekyll1886 • 6 months ago

((Mz.Hyde ))

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