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[If she had her winds going right now, she would no doubt hear the laughter and whispers going around, but she is too offended by this "delicacy" to even care.
She takes that wine and washes it down with several big gulps, and swipes that napkin over her lips.]
If you do not believe me, try it for yourself—
[She breaks into a cough that turns into a wheeze.]
It's so salty...
She takes that wine and washes it down with several big gulps, and swipes that napkin over her lips.]
If you do not believe me, try it for yourself—
[She breaks into a cough that turns into a wheeze.]
It's so salty...
And they eat this? Regularly?
[Or so she assumes. So many of them seem to be enjoying it.
She takes another sip of her wine, and smacks her lips and tongue loudly to try getting that salty aftertaste out of her mouth.]
It is like someone over-seasoned some mediocre fish.
[Or so she assumes. So many of them seem to be enjoying it.
She takes another sip of her wine, and smacks her lips and tongue loudly to try getting that salty aftertaste out of her mouth.]
It is like someone over-seasoned some mediocre fish.
[A quiet, amused look as he leans in close.]
They may eat it, but not everyone likes it.
[A small, subtle nod to a table not too far away.]
Like that gent over there. Subtly shaking off a few so only a small amount remains, and even then he's holding back his expression as he smiles.
They may eat it, but not everyone likes it.
[A small, subtle nod to a table not too far away.]
Like that gent over there. Subtly shaking off a few so only a small amount remains, and even then he's holding back his expression as he smiles.
Yes, but some of these people have plenty of coin to toss away on frivolous things.
[Not that she cares, mind, but it is kind of amusing to watch.]
I must say, though... [She's just going to shove that caviar aside and go for a skewer instead, picking it up and turning the stick between her fingers to observe it first.] Wealth looks far better on you than any of these other people.
[Not that she cares, mind, but it is kind of amusing to watch.]
I must say, though... [She's just going to shove that caviar aside and go for a skewer instead, picking it up and turning the stick between her fingers to observe it first.] Wealth looks far better on you than any of these other people.
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A compliment.
[She takes her first bite of that skewer, and her brows shoot up at the taste. More steak, but a different kind than what they had before. Still just as juicy. She hands it to him.]
Do you not think that you and I could ever live a life like this? Minus the gaudy decorations, of course.
[She takes her first bite of that skewer, and her brows shoot up at the taste. More steak, but a different kind than what they had before. Still just as juicy. She hands it to him.]
Do you not think that you and I could ever live a life like this? Minus the gaudy decorations, of course.
[A wry grin at that.]
Appearances can be deceiving. But perhaps it's because of experiencing what I have, I don't find this kind of life all that attractive. On a special occasion is one matter, but an actual lifestyle... Seems a bit much for me, anyway.
[He looks at her for a moment, contemplative.]
You would fare better, but I think you are just the same.
Appearances can be deceiving. But perhaps it's because of experiencing what I have, I don't find this kind of life all that attractive. On a special occasion is one matter, but an actual lifestyle... Seems a bit much for me, anyway.
[He looks at her for a moment, contemplative.]
You would fare better, but I think you are just the same.
[He leans in closer with a more playful grin after taking a bite of the kebab.]
You barely want to socialize as it is, would you really be able to host a soiree like this?
And while you do have a taste for high luxury, I know you quite prefer quieter, simpler things for the more everyday.
[Even as a Dominant when she was fulfilling her role, her eyes may have lingered or shone for the jewels every now and then, but he knew she was at her most comfortable with a more simple sense of luxury, one that carried a more mature elegance in that regard.]
You barely want to socialize as it is, would you really be able to host a soiree like this?
And while you do have a taste for high luxury, I know you quite prefer quieter, simpler things for the more everyday.
[Even as a Dominant when she was fulfilling her role, her eyes may have lingered or shone for the jewels every now and then, but he knew she was at her most comfortable with a more simple sense of luxury, one that carried a more mature elegance in that regard.]
Well, first of all. I would only be attending soirees like this, not hosting them.
[She would not have the time for that and even if she did, having people in her home feels like some kind of violation. Especially rich people that she does not wish to befriend.
And it is true. Even before, she hated the gilded glamour that came with being in line with what was essentially royalty. Being in Dhalmekia made her sick to her stomach, and it only reminded her of it when she did see it.
No, she prefers the simpler things, as he said. A warm, comfortable bed and well-made food. A fire to keep her warm. A place with sun and a breeze and the floral hint that it carries as it blows through an open window. That is the sort of elegance she wants.]
I suppose it is easy to see the beauty in the simpler things when one has found someone to show them... [She leans close in turn, her fingers crawling up the front of his jacket so that they can adjust the collar again. It was perfect, but she just wants an excuse to touch him.] Though, it is not so harmless to indulge every now and then.
[She would not have the time for that and even if she did, having people in her home feels like some kind of violation. Especially rich people that she does not wish to befriend.
And it is true. Even before, she hated the gilded glamour that came with being in line with what was essentially royalty. Being in Dhalmekia made her sick to her stomach, and it only reminded her of it when she did see it.
No, she prefers the simpler things, as he said. A warm, comfortable bed and well-made food. A fire to keep her warm. A place with sun and a breeze and the floral hint that it carries as it blows through an open window. That is the sort of elegance she wants.]
I suppose it is easy to see the beauty in the simpler things when one has found someone to show them... [She leans close in turn, her fingers crawling up the front of his jacket so that they can adjust the collar again. It was perfect, but she just wants an excuse to touch him.] Though, it is not so harmless to indulge every now and then.
[There's a fonder smile at that, his eyes lowering to meet hers.]
Every now and then is fine.
[He can appreciate such luxuries every once in a while. But really, perhaps it's due to his exposure of his once high position and then living in the underground caves of the Hideaway that he became less enamored. More so due to the waste such rich and affluent displayed when so many suffered to give them such wealth. Jaded, maybe, but even without it his way of living has always been simpler and more humble, never forgetting his roots.
But for Benedikta, he would be willing to spare no expense for her happiness if he could, just wanting to give her all which the world denied her. And that is also why he leans more to their simpler comforts while sprinkling in a bit of luxury here and there. Enough for her beauty to shine and not leave her wanting.]
Every now and then is fine.
[He can appreciate such luxuries every once in a while. But really, perhaps it's due to his exposure of his once high position and then living in the underground caves of the Hideaway that he became less enamored. More so due to the waste such rich and affluent displayed when so many suffered to give them such wealth. Jaded, maybe, but even without it his way of living has always been simpler and more humble, never forgetting his roots.
But for Benedikta, he would be willing to spare no expense for her happiness if he could, just wanting to give her all which the world denied her. And that is also why he leans more to their simpler comforts while sprinkling in a bit of luxury here and there. Enough for her beauty to shine and not leave her wanting.]
[She takes that skewer from him with a hum, a gleam flashing in her eyes as they flit to his lips. And she will indulge in a simple luxury right now and close the rest of the distance to kiss him.]
I have all the luxuries I could want right here.
[Another little peck, this time on his nose, before she takes a bite of the food.]
And perhaps a few things that I could get my hands on. Shall we finish up and take a look around?
I have all the luxuries I could want right here.
[Another little peck, this time on his nose, before she takes a bite of the food.]
And perhaps a few things that I could get my hands on. Shall we finish up and take a look around?
[A low chuckle as he catches the meaning of her words, his eyes reflecting that same "desire of luxury" before he takes the fork and spears a plump cherry tomato and holds it up to her once she finishes her own bite.]
Aye, though taking a little time to let the alcohol loosen their lips isn't so bad, either.
Aye, though taking a little time to let the alcohol loosen their lips isn't so bad, either.
[She takes that tomato, letting her lips brush over his fingers, thankful that he chose not to wear gloves tonight.]
We do not necessarily have to talk to anyone while we are helping ourselves to some other things... but I am sure we can find ways to speed up the process, too.
We do not necessarily have to talk to anyone while we are helping ourselves to some other things... but I am sure we can find ways to speed up the process, too.
As if you've no tricks up your own sleeve, Cidolfus?
[She continues to pick gently at his jacket, her palms sliding up the length of the collar and back down as she tilts her head thoughtfully.]
I am not sure you would enjoy my tactics these days, no matter how effective they might be.
[She continues to pick gently at his jacket, her palms sliding up the length of the collar and back down as she tilts her head thoughtfully.]
I am not sure you would enjoy my tactics these days, no matter how effective they might be.
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