Everything. [It's a dangerous question to ask Huaisang. He's an enabler by nature.] One of everything.
[He gives Bela a wicked grin, all playful challenge, though he doubts she'll take him up on the gambit. That's a lot of alcohol, even if they're sharing, even with Huaisang's increased metabolism.]
[Her mouth drops open in surprise before she laughs, shaking her head at Huaisang. Part of Bela shouldn't be surprised by his suggestion, but maybe she would be up for the challenge in having one of everything.]
Alright. You're on. If I need to not open the cafe tomorrow to recover, then I'll do that.
[Huaisang grins cheerfully as she accepts the challenge, immediately waving an arm to signal a waiter and communicating the order--one of every cocktail on the menu, yes, please and thank you. It's possible the waiter might have balked more in another establishment, but in this world full of LIERs with unusual abilities, the waiter simply nods and heads off to fulfill their request.]
It's a cafe, right? It has coffee? [Huaisang's vaguely familiar with the stuff. It's like terrible, burnt, bitter tea, made from brittle black rocks. He waves a dismissive hand.] You'll be fine.
Yes, plenty of coffee. [Perhaps not enough to combat a hangover, so she will probably end up closing for the day anyway. Just to be sure.] I hope I'll be fine.
[She laughs again, amused by the whole thing.]
Anyway. I'm glad we're getting a chance to do this, Huaisang. Just the both of us.
Hmmmmmm, in terms of what? [Huaisang tips his head to one side as he thinks about it. Talk about himself? Not if he can avoid it. Talk about others? Only if it's publicly known information or information they're fine having shared. As much as he likes gossip, Huaisang's selective about what he's willing to share.] My sex life, the shop, the city in general?
Anything you want to or well - can share, I suppose. Although, if we're talking about the shop, I'd be interested to know what plans you have for the upcoming year.
[She will take that over gossip, considering how much she liked the boutique.]
Hmmmmm. I don't know that I have any significant plans. The boutique stays the same, it's perfect as it is. I have some new designs in the works, as usual. I suppose I've become terribly boring. I don't want anything in my life to change. I enjoy new lovers, people come and go. Things in the city are sometimes full of strife, but they always settle back to normal sooner or later.
I can understand where you're coming from, wanting your life to stay the same in the city. You've built a good one here.
As for me, I'll be in this city almost two years. Next month will mark it. I've been with a different contract partner for a few months after having one partner for most of my time here. She's great by the way - I do still miss David sometimes.
[Bela shakes it off after a moment.]
I also think I've become rather fond of one of my lovers. He's protective and sweet. Hot as hell.
Oooooh, [Huaisang brightens excitedly at this prospect of gossiping about Bela's romantic interests.] Are you besotted? Tell me more. Tell me everything.
[He flaps a hand encouragingly at her, then reaches for one of the drinks being delivered in their first set of cocktails.]
Besotted? I suppose I do get a fluttery feeling whenever he's around, so it could be more than a crush. [She takes a moment to reach for a cocktail of her own, sipping from it.]
He's come to my aid a few times when there was trouble in the Down, but he also knows I can stand up for myself.
Tall, with dark blonde hair and blue eyes. Strong and confident, but I think he's been through a lot from the conversations we've had. I would like to get to know him better, so I've asked him out on a date. Dinner.
Oh good! How fun. It all sounds very romantic. What's his name, is he someone I know? [He tries to think of tall dark blond people he knows, but he's not confident enough about who falls into that category.]
His name is Leon Kennedy. I don't know if you've met him before, but if I remember correctly, he works at one of the gyms in the Down. Teaching self-defence. Has a police, possibly military background too.
[Huaisang thinks about this, head tipped to one side as he racks his brains, but the name doesn't ring any bells, so he shakes his head.] No, I don't think so. Has he been here long?
Mm, about four months I think? We ran into each other by chance, when some shit was going on in the Down and I couldn't get back to my home. I stayed at his place.
Oooh, how romantic. Well, I guess, kind of romantic. [Mortal peril and all that, whatever was happening in the down was probably more stressful than romantic at the time.] Once you were safe. Surviving something dangerous together always creates strong bonds, I think.
How's the sex? Wild and kinky? [Huaisang's eyes sparkle, playfully lecherous as ever.]
[Huaisang smiled warm and fond, pleased by Bela's happiness.] It sounds wonderful. I'm very happy for you.
Do you think that you'll contract with him? [In public as they are, Huaisang assumes that if Leon is a dominant, Bela will find a way to answer the question with only safe implications for anyone who might overhear, but he's curious as to whether a real contract is a possibility.]
He currently has a contract so I doubt it will happen anytime soon. But it would be nice, I suppose. And since he's a Submissive, I could have a second contract.
Ooh, sounds like your love life is a lot of fun. [Huaisang grins cheerily at her, pleased that Bela has so many people in her life who make her so happy.]
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[He gives Bela a wicked grin, all playful challenge, though he doubts she'll take him up on the gambit. That's a lot of alcohol, even if they're sharing, even with Huaisang's increased metabolism.]
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Alright. You're on. If I need to not open the cafe tomorrow to recover, then I'll do that.
[She is the boss after all.]
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It's a cafe, right? It has coffee? [Huaisang's vaguely familiar with the stuff. It's like terrible, burnt, bitter tea, made from brittle black rocks. He waves a dismissive hand.] You'll be fine.
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[She laughs again, amused by the whole thing.]
Anyway. I'm glad we're getting a chance to do this, Huaisang. Just the both of us.
Do you have any news or gossip for me?
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[She will take that over gossip, considering how much she liked the boutique.]
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What about you? Gossip or fun adventures?
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As for me, I'll be in this city almost two years. Next month will mark it. I've been with a different contract partner for a few months after having one partner for most of my time here. She's great by the way - I do still miss David sometimes.
[Bela shakes it off after a moment.]
I also think I've become rather fond of one of my lovers. He's protective and sweet. Hot as hell.
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[He flaps a hand encouragingly at her, then reaches for one of the drinks being delivered in their first set of cocktails.]
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He's come to my aid a few times when there was trouble in the Down, but he also knows I can stand up for myself.
Tall, with dark blonde hair and blue eyes. Strong and confident, but I think he's been through a lot from the conversations we've had. I would like to get to know him better, so I've asked him out on a date. Dinner.
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How's the sex? Wild and kinky? [Huaisang's eyes sparkle, playfully lecherous as ever.]
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[ Once she teased it out of him of course. ]
Wild? I suppose. Not so much kinky. We haven't talked much about them, but we're definitely open to it.
We're more passionate and sensual - he's a very giving lover, and I give just as much in return.
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Do you think that you'll contract with him? [In public as they are, Huaisang assumes that if Leon is a dominant, Bela will find a way to answer the question with only safe implications for anyone who might overhear, but he's curious as to whether a real contract is a possibility.]
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[ She grins, taking a sip from her glass. ]
He currently has a contract so I doubt it will happen anytime soon. But it would be nice, I suppose. And since he's a Submissive, I could have a second contract.
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[Huaisang reaches for another glass, very happily sampling a sip or two from each of the first round of cocktails.]
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