[PRP] The Mall Date (Eostre x Odette)

[purplerosesbeauty]

when: A little past midnight
where: A high-end shopping mall in Four Fronds
what: Eostre and Odette do a bit of shopping together to relax some time after Bloodfest

 

[purplerosesbeauty]

Eostre waited in the entrance area of the mall for Odette by sitting on the edge of a large fountain, her stockinged legs crossed daintily under her lacy skirt. Like most things in Four Fronds, the fountain was opulent and made for the higherblood residents of the city to enjoy. The interior of the mall was spacious and bright, with looming stores of all kinds of goods, some of which she actually enjoyed shopping at for clothing. There were a few glimmering beetles in the fountain, and it reminded her of the wishing well. She wondered if it had actually made her wish come true after all...

Dispelling the thought, she changed her thoughts instead to Odette. She'd hoped the escort she sent to pick up the redblood was on their way. Not wanting her date to be confused for an escaped forest-bait troll, she'd decided to the expense was worth it and sent someone to bring her into the city unharmed. Some of the other highbloods in Four Fronds could be dangerous when they spied a lowblood wandering the streets. Eostre didn't really see the appeal of hunting, when fist fights were so much more visceral and fun. So long as they left Odette alone.

She smiled, checking her appearance in the water's reflection, moving strands of hair idly. Odette had changed a lot since their first meeting, but she wasn't displeased with it. She seemed more confident and serious... Everyone was truly growing up now, weren't they? At least the two of them could have fun together at the mall, finding some good food maybe, and looking through clothes. She figured Odette didn't have beetles to spare on anything, but that's why the date was her idea, and her treat. She wasn't that rude, after all.

Kimbley Kitty

Here we go! Take your time responding if you need to. Hope this is a good enough starter <3

 

[zeflamigo]

An escort? Odette couldn't help but blush. Of course this wasn't going to be a simple, little date like she had previously imagined. Already, she was being pampered like royalty. She didn't mind, no she definitely was enjoying herself, being chauffeured around like she was something worthwhile for once. The best part was certainly watching the bystanders gossip about her as she passed through. Some seemed a bit confused, others arrogant, but she could tell that a select few possibly recognized her from Bloodfest, or perhaps they just found her cute. Either way, it was a definite confidence booster for the lowblooded troll who had once feared for her life entering this town.

Finally reaching her destination, Odette unhooked her arm from the chauffeur's and waved for Eostre's attention, calling out softly to her. She made her way over with quick steps. With every step closer to the blueblood, Odette's pump biscuit raced faster, making more heat rise to her face. She silently thanked herself for wearing more makeup than usual, allowing her to somewhat cover her emotions.

She pulled at the hem of her dress, making sure she looked perfect. The redblood had spent a great deal of time crafting the best outfit out of what little she had. An off-shoulder sweater dress would be perfect for trying on clothes, easy to change in and out of, while still looking cute and casual. Bold, patterned tights drew attention to what she knew were her greatest asset, her legs. The tights had sat in her hive for ages, Odette too afraid that they were too flashy for public. But after Bloodfest, she was certain that there was nothing wrong with being a little quirky.

Eostre looked perfect, as Odette expected. "Hello," She greeted, eyelashes fluttering without her notice. She twisted a stray wisp of hair around her finger. "You look lovely," She complimented. Simple, yet effective. The fewer words she said, the less likely she was to trip over them and make a fool of herself. Odette bit the inside of her lip, smiling. She felt the urge to interact with Eostre, possibly give her a hug or a kiss on the cheek, but it seemed to awkward of a reach. Perhaps, she hoped, Eostre would make that move herself.

purplerosesbeauty

RISES FROM THE GRAVE

 

[purplerosesbeauty]

At last, Eostre saw her date approaching. She stood up from her fountainside seat, feeling her pump biscuit skip a beat. Odette looked... wonderful. She placed a hand on her chest, reminding herself she needed to be more calm and collected. She couldn't have Odette see her fumbling over herself over this wriggler-like crush of hers and ruin the perfect date she planned. She wanted to try Vremea's advice, to try and open up and connect with her... emotionally. An unusual thought for Eostre, who was so private with her true self and true emotions.

Odette's preening behaviors caught her eye and Eostre looked at the edge of her fingers on her dress, the patterned tights. Her strong, graceful legs contoured and emphasized by the clothing she wore. Eostre glanced back up and moved a strand of her own hair back in place, mirroring Odette. She shouldn't stare. But... it wouldn't hurt to flirt, just a little bit. It was a date, after all, and she was certain Odette returned the attraction, if not the feelings...

"Hello, darling. I hope the escort treated you well," Eostre responded cheerfully, reaching out to take Odette's hands in her gloved ones. They were warm. She stepped forward, bridging whatever gap was between them, and slid her hands up onto the redblood's forearms. She smiled. "Thank you... you look rather beautiful yourself," she said, and kissed the girl on the cheek. It was more lingering and softer than the one she gave Odette at Bloodfest, but she also wasn't as rushed or pressured. Eostre wished that she had had the chance to have claimed her booth kiss without being interrupted by the clown with her stupid jingly outfit and tension-causing demeanor. She could have looked cooler, more suave. The moment could have been nicely red-romantic.

The past couldn't be changed though. Eostre pulled away, but kept a hand gingerly on Odette's. "Now, do you have any preferences on where we go first?" she asked, gesturing with her free hand to the stores nearby. She wasn't too determined to do anything in particular, so long as they had fun. "If you don't, we can just walk around until we see something we like," she added, looking back at Odette.

Kimbley Kitty

im... so gay

 

[zeflamigo]

A soft laugh escaped Odette's lips, though definitely not one intended to be rude in any way. Eostre's light touch had tickled, though perhaps more emotionally than physically. The blueblood was awfully romantic, and it filled Odette with the type of glee that numbed any of her internal worries. This was going to be a nice date. Eostre liked her, and she liked her back. There was no reason to let any anxiety get in the way.

"Walking sounds wonderful," Odette said, bringing a free hand to her cheek. "You'll have to forgive me, I'm not too acquainted with the best stores of your city," She spoke, soft and sheepishly. She knew Eostre wouldn't look down on her, a lowblood, for not knowing. Still, her shy nature prevailed. "Perhaps we can visit some of your favorites?" She offered, tilting her head ever so cutely.

purplerosesbeauty

ITS BEEN 10,000 YEARS

 

[purplerosesbeauty]

"Of course, darling. I know a few places here that are my favorites, that I bet you'll like as well." High class, fancy places, sure, but even a redblood like Odette could like the clothes there. Even less high class places could be nice, like the trinket stores and the perfume shops. Several different places.

Eostre loved the shy, blushing face of her date. She was exquisitely pitiful, with such a soft voice. Eostre took her arm gently. "Please though, if you see a shop that you simply must visit, feel free to pull me in, Odette," she said, laughing lightly. She began walking, a slow and leisurely pace. She had a destination in mind but she could enjoy just the walk as well through the lovely mall.

zeflamigo

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