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 Posted: Sat Feb 10, 2024 6:48 pm
“You may not be perfect but you said the perfect thing. And perfect can exist but is fleeting…as it is defined by each person differently and peoples opinions on what it means - what it is in one moment can change the next. It is not a stable thing by any means…but you did say the most perfect words.” He whispered into the others side, holding onto him with a smile hidden away.
“I would not deny you any deals I found and I would not mind having you add things to an order of mine. I wouldn’t mind going to the tailor with you as well, to size things.” As he normally had to do, especially with pants, anything he wore for special social events was always tailored for him as it was needed. “I think, right now, you are perfect but for me…not someone else.” And some other day René might not be perfect but he would be so close that it wouldn’t matter. The things he said now were like a flame was to a moth - alluring and tempting.
“I would very much like you sticking around…I think I would prefer you come home with me for the next few nights in fact, till you are well. Since I know you wish to only spend weekends…but while you are recovering I’d like to keep an eye on you.” Plus it was nice waking up to someone else, to a nice warm human body pillow, he was not about to tell René that he served as a body pillow for him. “Next time I decide to go shopping, online or in person, I’ll involve you.”
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Posted: Sat Feb 10, 2024 6:49 pm
They really had a way with words, almost like they were weaving a tale just like the ones he read. Even though the words were whispered, they still helped a bit more with easing his worries if only in the moment. He could drown in it, would drown in the things they said but that nervousness and hurt would take time to heal. It felt unfair even if he knew he’d been on the other end of things for so many others.
Leaning a bit more on the counter to keep from falling off the stool, he pulled Alexandre’s chin up so he could look at them again. “Oh okay, you’ve convinced me. There’s only one more day before the weekend anyway so I guess I can jump-start staying over there a bit. I do need to get things from my place, I can just walk over there real quick and be right back with some clothing and things I’ll need. I don’t want my little angel to be sad without me there after what happened.” Even if it was more the fact that he didn’t really want them to not be around after it all, everything was still fresh and even if the other had cleaned up the doorstep, René still felt uneasy about the idea of being alone right now.
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Posted: Sat Feb 10, 2024 6:49 pm
Staring up at the other he nodded his head. “After we finish eating you get your things and I’ll hold down the fort, I doubt anything will happen. That way when you’re done with work today we can go straight back to my place.” It was a simple solution to the issue, and he was certain he could handle the shop for a short bit of time. What could happen?
“I doubt your customers will mind you having someone helping out, especially since you did get jumped by some thug. They’ll understand and I’m certain I can hold my own for a bit.” He knew more about paintings than the rest of the things here but he could make it work.
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Posted: Sat Feb 10, 2024 6:50 pm
Nodding, René started nibbling on his croissant sandwich as he held the other, being careful not to get crumbs on them. He’d been pretty hungry so it vanished almost like magic with how fast he ate the thing. “That’ll work and I’ll bring my phone with me in case you need help or I need help. The binder here has all the information about everything here if you want to look through it while I’m gone. I think I can get everything ready and back here to you in maybe ten or fifteen minutes. Also… I’m fairly certain at least one or two of my regulars might put two and two and figure out you are the one from the paintings. A few of them watched me paint while we spoke about wares and history.”
Untangling himself from Alexandre, he went to work through the few pastries he’d purchased and his espresso. “I think you’ll be a welcome sight here, on top of the fact I’ll be closer to normal again after healing up. It would have been nice if my ankle could have been healed up a bit faster but hindsight I guess.”
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Posted: Sat Feb 10, 2024 6:50 pm
“Of course they’ll figure that out. I just wonder if they’ll also figure out who I am, not that I mind. It’s really a matter if you mind them knowing who exactly you are dating.” He stated while taking a nibble of his own food, he didn’t inhale his food like it seemed Rene was keen on doing. But he supposed the other had every right, and reason, to be so hungry so he didn’t seem surprised by it.
“Mmm, Don’t rush yourself gathering your things and bringing them back. I’ll look over things, to get an idea of what’s here, and if anyone turns up I’ll manage. I’ve worked retail before and this won’t be too difficult I’m certain.” Even if he wasn’t familiar with this sort of merchandise he was certain he could handle things, he’d just need to figure it out. Reaching for his own drink he held it between his hands, savoring the warmth, it felt nice against his hands as the sudden warmth gave him a nice little shiver of pleasure.
“Bit of a sweet tooth?” He questioned as he worked on finishing his own meal, while downing the espresso rather quickly.
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Posted: Sat Feb 10, 2024 6:50 pm
“I don’t mind, though it might be funny because they would wonder why someone with such a name picked up a nobody from another country~” It was funny in its own way, but he wanted to keep that little advantage if he could. It was a good business move and as things improved it wouldn’t be hard to slowly build up to what his actual worth would be. It was a long game, one that he was sure would work out here.
“Okay, either way, it won’t take me long. My place is just a few blocks away.” Getting up, he kissed their cheek and walked around the counter. “Maybe a little bit of a sweet tooth, but mostly that place just has really good pastries.” Alexandre really did look cute when they had espresso, maybe he’d figure out how to make it at some point because it was nice to see them smiling.
“You really are the cutest little angel…” Pressing his lips to their forehead, he then turned and hurried off towards home to get a bag packed up.
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