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Post by Whitebrand on Jun 9, 2016 15:35:20 GMT
Now it was Brand's turn to look out of his element. It took him a little bit to catch up, but he managed to more or less catch up.
"I know some things," Brand said. "Though I know none of them personally, nor could I give you a list of names. Other details I have been oath-bound to retain, and I know little of specific 'plots' but I will tell you what I can. The identity of the gentleman attached to your number may very well change, though I cannot predict who you might end up paired with. I certainly wish that it is not myself.
"Perhaps if you were to enlighten me as to what sort of information would be useful to you."
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Post by 1ring42 on Jun 9, 2016 16:26:28 GMT
Jackie giggled nervously at his suggestion. "But then I wouldn't be the artist commissioned. And I am definitely not a model." ____________________________________________
Artemis frowned at his comments. "Well I should probably know what to expect. Do the organizers think I'll go down like any other maiden or are they planning on sending a security squad after me? After all I already know who holds my number and I'm sure I'm safe from him."
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Post by Whitebrand on Jun 9, 2016 20:57:45 GMT
Brand frowned.
"Well you annoyed the hell out of the staff security but I don't think they'll make a direct move against you," he said. "Keep pretending complete ignorance and they won't think you're enough of a threat. It's clear you're not going to leave, so I suspect that when your assigned 'date' comes for you he might not be alone. So. Are you here protecting someone or are you here to settle a score?"
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Post by thecountalucard on Jun 9, 2016 21:38:15 GMT
Bek chuckles. "That much is true. You're definitely not a model. But that's not a bad thing - I don't much care for folks who hate themselves enough to constantly subject themselves to surgery, or try and live on like forty calories a day." He rubs a thumb over the back of her hand. "But really, I still think you'd count as the artist, considering that out of the two of us, you're the one with an idea of how to take a good-looking picture. Just because you're not pressing the button doesn't mean you're not the one who makes the art."
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Post by Houyo on Jun 10, 2016 8:45:44 GMT
"Hey, you haven't gotten lucky yet pal. And you seem to be thinking an awful lot about how good of a lay I might be. You obviously aren't a fan of subtlety." She blushed and puffed out her cheeks. "Though if it will get you to stop being such a perv then I'll give you that dance. Maybe a bit of movement will get that out of your system." She said as she hooked her arm into his. "You can only fluster a girl so much before she either caves in or beats you upside the head." She scolded him playfully as she lead him towards a spot to dance... Before remembering that she didn't know how to dance. Well, she would just let him lead and follow his example. As the guy it was his job to do so anyways.
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Post by 1ring42 on Jun 10, 2016 8:55:42 GMT
Artemis smirked at his comment about her and security. "Well of course they won't make a direct move, after all it would mean getting off their asses to do something besides eat." However when he asked her again for what she was doing here her face screwed up. She definitely did not trust Brand. She respected him but definitely drew the line at trust. In fact, ironically the only monster she came the closest to actually trusting was the one that held her number. "That's a bit hypocritical don't you think? You tell me to keep my cover but ask to me to tell you what I'm planning?" She shook her head and mimed zipping her lips. ________________________________________________________________ "Actually that's technically what it means. A good steady hand and an eye for lighting are like 90% of photography. That's why the person behind the camera always gets credit." Jackie laughed at Bek. "Besides you're not supposed to tell a woman that, it has somewhat negative connotations." ____________________________________________________________________ Nathan grinned at the woman. "What do you mean I'm not lucky? I'm in the presence of the belle of the ball. A majestic beauty with such a varied and beckoning topography. And I usually am quite taken with the more subtle arts of wooing, however your stunning vistas have rather loosened my tongue." He winked at her, before continuing, "Something I could show you after our dance." The music slowed slightly allowing Nathan to lead her at a pace more suitable for her condition, while demonstrating his natural grace. He encouraged her with his words while he demonstrated with his legs and hips. Then he began to introduce twirls, pulling her in close, only to swing around and continue leading her in the dance. After all courtship was as much about fishing as it was about the hunt. Mentally, he wondered if Brand was doing as well with his quarry. The song ended and he dipped her low, planting a kiss in her lips.
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Post by thecountalucard on Jun 10, 2016 11:33:05 GMT
"Be that way," the river-spirit says playfully, sticking out his tongue.
He releases her hand, taking up the water glass again to pose for the picture. "Mind if I ask what you're doing after the convention?"
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Post by Whitebrand on Jun 10, 2016 14:55:05 GMT
Brand snorted.
"So you intend to ask me for my insights into the workers of this convention but have no intention of telling me what bought you here in the first place?" he retorted. He looked her over, guessing from her body language and her temper. "So it's a score to settle, then," Brand said as he eased her closer to the exit so she could see the outside. "And it's not whomever your future 'partner' is either. It's obviously not me or you'd be trying to lower my defenses and gain my trust.
"I can certainly respect your courage and your caution, My Lady," Brand went on as he danced her right out into the hallway. He let her go with a grand bow, but kept a gentle grip on her hand. "But you are playing a dangerous game. I hope we are nor forced to take action against one another."
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Post by Houyo on Jun 10, 2016 19:57:29 GMT
"Varied topography? You might as well stop mixing words and call me a mountain. Though that isn't very flattery for a woman sensitive about her weight." She teased without hiding her grin this time.
She watched him as he led, her hips swaying heavily with her burden as she took after him. They were close for a moment and she held her breath as her belly pressed against him. Then she was spun out, her gravid middle pulling her faster and harder as it's momentum dragged her about. But he held onto her even as her heart leapt into her throat as she feared she would fly away from him. And they danced. She swung back and forth as she let herself go for the first time in months. And every time he would pull her back as she let the weight in her gut pull her along and direct her actions as it likely would be doing for the rest of her life. And then she was back in his arms, her stomach pressing up against his as her thigh held against hers as she tipped. And then she kissed him back for as long as she could hold her breath.
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Post by 1ring42 on Jun 10, 2016 21:18:54 GMT
"Little of this. Little of that. Lot of converting photos into paintings. Why you asking?" she took a drink of her lemonade before continuing. "You want to ask me out or something?" _______________________________________
Artemis shrugged. "Well it was originally, but now I'm trying to protect someone as well." If he got as far from reading her body language then he kinda deserved. "And if it were you, you'd be pulling steel out of your gut." Her voice was cold and hard, her tone was serious, but her eyes sparkled with mirth.
"Neither do I. I respect your skill too much." She cracked a smile. "Well that's what makes it fun." _______________________________________
Nathan chuckled. "I wouldn't do that. After all you have these two great hills on your chest." He smirked and winked at her. "So more like a mountain range." He teased back.
He pulled her up out of the dip and slowly withdrew the kiss. "I don't know about you but I felt some chemistry there." He smirked and offered her her glass.
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Post by thecountalucard on Jun 11, 2016 0:06:21 GMT
"If you want. I always love a good movie, and there's a theater not far from the convention where the seats are big enough for even a big ol' monster like me."
He doesn't see any harm in the deception of asking her out; after all, he certainly couldn't tell her that she was overwhelmingly likely to be occupying a belly immediately following the convention. Jackie would not be painting much inside one of those.
"Plus they have a points system and weekly costume nights. You could get some more really good photos there, I think."
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Post by Whitebrand on Jun 11, 2016 5:57:47 GMT
"The defense of another is an honorable goal," Brand said, nodding. "And if it was me, I'm sure I'd know exactly why you would be trying to disembowel me. Would you honor me with one more dance before you go to your charge?"
The energetic beat finally ended and another song began, something from the 80s. "Footloose". Brand grinned widely.
"Now there's some music I haven't heard for awhile."
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Post by 1ring42 on Jun 11, 2016 18:30:12 GMT
Jackie smiled at his suggestion and snapped the pictures. "Well I guess I could open up a night or two in the future. It sounds like a good time." _______________________________ "That it is. Now you better hope I'm not protecting your own prospective quarry." Then the music swapped over to something more modern and Artemis began to let the music was over her. She wasn't sure who ws leading but she didn't care. She was cutting loose. "Neither have I, well let's take advantage of it."
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Post by thecountalucard on Jun 12, 2016 1:12:31 GMT
"I'll buy the popcorn."
Who knows? If she does survive, it might be a nice date. Not that she will, if I get her.
Beck waits until she's done, then says, "I'd still like some pictures of you, even if you're not going to charge me commission prices for it." He sticks out his tongue teasingly.
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Post by Houyo on Jun 12, 2016 3:55:22 GMT
Beatrix was left lightly panting, her chest rising and falling with each breath. Her hair had become somewhat disheveled from the activity, and she even seemed to be sweating a little. And her lips were pursed into a frustrated looking pout as she glared at him, cheeks red. She stared silently at him for a moment as she caught her breath.
And then without even reply she grabbed him by the arm and began to drag him out of the ball.
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