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Pure Acid Dreamer Captain
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 Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2025 10:29 pm
  
At times like this he didn't know what to give Micha. He knew in some way he needed space, but at the same time he didn't want to give him too much space. He wanted him here, he wanted to keep talking things out. But he didn't want to force him to stay and he couldn't just lock him as that would be illegal. Samuel worried if Micha stayed locked in his head for too long what it could mean for their relationship. Would he think that this bad, that he was bad boyfriend, or maybe they just weren't right for one another. Maybe he was lying to himself in thinking that things were going well, that this was going to be a fresh start, with the past all forgiven. It was terrifying to think and he he knew he needed to stop before he spiraled any further. Whatever Micha was thinking was likely a lot less dramatic than anything his anxiety could come up with.
Switching to topics of tonight, Samuel wouldn't deny that he had work. He was a workaholic before he met Micha and would probably be one until the day he retired. Relationship problems or not, he was still expected. He had responsibilities and things to take care, people that depended on him. He wasn't kicking Micha out, though he didn't think he wanted to stay either. As a compromise Samuel offered him a ride instead. He knew he wasn't a child and clearly knew how to get around on his own, but it was just one more kind gesture he thought he might offer. Beside him, Micha responded and he nodded. Samuel wasn't sure how to take his tone, he didn't exactly seem pleased but he also wasn't begging him to stay either. "Yeah, sure...I can do that. I'm not due at the club for a couple more hours, so whenever you're ready." he said. Lifting his cigarette to his lips, Samuel took another needed pull. He allowed the smoke to swirl and burn within him a moment before releasing through his nose.
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 1:55 pm
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xDarkWinterx Vice Captain
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Pure Acid Dreamer Captain
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 3:09 pm
Samuel didn't want to stew for too long, as it so often led to even more hurt feelings and overthinking. Especially on his part. Already he was thinking the worst when nothing was happening. It was silly to get so caught up and yet here he was. He didn't mind if Micha stayed around a little longer. Hell, he could come with him to work if he so desired. But it didn't seem as though that was the case. Instead, he offered to take Micha whenever he wished to leave and wherever he wanted to go. Beside him, the man nodded and moved to stub out his cigarette while Samuel desperately needed another pull. He forced himself not to think of the meaning behind it as he blew out his smoke. Picking up his mug, Samuel took another sip of his coffee.
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 4:06 pm
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xDarkWinterx Vice Captain
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Pure Acid Dreamer Captain
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 4:51 pm
Having Micha come with him to the club would hardly be a distraction. He had been there plenty of times in the past and at best he had been pulled away from the floor for an hour tops. A break he probably needed though would admit. If Micha joined him, he could do as he normally would; hang out in his office, or at the bar...though he wasn't so sure that was the best place for an alcoholic. If home was where he truly wanted to go, then that's where he would take him. Sitting there, Samuel said nothing as Micha stubbed out his cigarette, noting that it was unfinished. Instead, he continued to sip his coffee and stare at the wall in front of him.
A couple of minutes passed and felt movement beside him. Glancing over, he saw Micha stretching before he spoke. He wished he was surprised by the sudden announcement, but had felt it coming since they returned to his room. "Oh uh, sure. Just let me..." he didn't bother finishing his sentence. Taking another sip, he set his mug on the night stand and moved to stand. He too was going to need shoes as well as socks. Moving around the bed, Samuel went towards his closet to gather the items. From a drawer, he plucked out a pair of black tube socks and some sneakers from the shoe rack. He stood there a moment thinking if it was okay. It wasn't often Samuel went out in something so casual. Usually he would at least throw on a pair of jeans, to avoid looking like a slob. But what was the point. He wasn't getting out of the car, who would see him. Coming back to his bed, he took a seat at the end and busied himself with pulling on his socks and shoes.
Samuel took his time getting ready and tying his shoes. When he was finished he went to grab his phone and cigarettes from the bed. He had a feeling that once he dropped Micha off, he was going to need them. Samuel pocketed the items as his keys and wallet were downstairs. He glanced around to make sure he had all that he needed or could find any other excuse to stall. When he had none, he returned his attention to Micha.
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 5:50 pm
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xDarkWinterx Vice Captain
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Pure Acid Dreamer Captain
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 7:03 pm
Samuel wouldn't mind having the man hanging out at his club. After all, it wouldn't be a first for him. And if he was worried about screwing up his sobriety, well then Samuel could easily pass his name and picture around to the staff. Making sure that he only receive whatever food and non-alcoholic drinks he might like. In an ideal situation they might even have a little fun while he worked. But since things were not ideal, he didn't push it. Samuel moved about to gather his things, taking his sweet time. Micha didn't seem to be in that big of a rush either. He simply stood nearby, waiting. Once his shoes were tied Samuel gathered the rest of the things he thought he might need.
After pocketing his cigarettes and phone, Samuel turned his attention back to Micha. With no words said, the man turned to the door and went out into the hallway. He didn't question him or say anything, merely followed. As he moved out of his bedroom, Samuel flipped out the lights. He continued along the hall and down the stairs. Micha was just a few steps ahead of him and reached the landing first. While the man pulled on his shoes, he walked towards the table to grab his own keys and wallet. He waited while the male finished getting ready then stepped in front of the alarm panel. He punched in the alarm's security code and listened as it beeped, altering them that he was armed.
Letting Micha go out first, he followed after. Samuel then locked the door behind them, twisting the knob be sure. When it was looked he hit the unlock button on his key fob as well as the button for the garage door. Walking through the garage, he went to the driver side door, and slipped behind the wheel.
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 7:43 pm
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xDarkWinterx Vice Captain
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 8:06 pm
Having him at the club was always something he enjoyed. While he wouldn't mind having him over today as well, he wouldn't push for it. Samuel was patient while Micha finished getting ready. Once his shoes were on, he went about setting the alarm and walking out to the garage. The headlights flashed and the garage door begin to rise as he hit the buttons on his keychain. Slipping behind the wheel, Samuel felt the male get in beside, and buckled himself in. He then reached for the knob on the radio, turning up the volume a few notches while a DJ discussed upcoming songs and artists. He hardly cared, but it was better than sitting in silence.
Adjusting his mirror, Samuel glanced back towards the door. It was just finished rising and he could see clear across the front lawn. Shifting gears, he eased the car back into the driveway, and soon cut the wheel. On the radio, the dj announced the station's name before turning over to a song by Metallica. Samuel wasn't the biggest fan of their music, but had heard it enough growing up that he knew the song. He turned the car and followed the driveway back to the gate, which were already starting to open as they approached. At the end of the driveway, Samuel paused to look both ways then pulled into the street.
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 8:38 pm
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xDarkWinterx Vice Captain
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2025 9:11 pm
Samuel liked a bit of everything. He mostly stuck to the varying types of rock, but also enjoyed instrumentals and pop to a degree. He figured this station would be safe enough for the two of them. If Micha truly hated it, then he was more than welcome to find them something else. Or better yet, he could even pull out his phone and play something from one of the music apps, if that was what he preferred. He listened to the music playing as he steered them down the driveway. It wasn't long before he reached the end and turned on to the street.
Following the road, he found the traffic to be fair. Not too heavy, nor clogged like the five o'clock rush. Samuel took his time as he was in no rush. He knew he said it before, but he really wasn't trying to kick him out. Somehow it felt like he was doing that anyway. They passed through two lights then took a turn at the third. He was so lost in thought that he only then noticed he'd been driving in the direction of his club. He slowed a little as he approached the next red light and moved into the next lane.
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Posted: Sun Jan 12, 2025 8:58 am
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xDarkWinterx Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Jan 12, 2025 11:36 am
Samuel was hardly paying attention to the radio either, it was background noise and nothing more. He would have much preferred they talk, even if it was about something random or mundane like the weather. He too had the thought of reaching out to Micha. But it felt as though he was a million miles away and he was out of reach. Still, Samuel kept one hand at the wheel while his free hand still grasped the cigarette from earlier. It was nearly gone now with a long stretch of ash hanging dangerously at the end, threatening to fall any second. Once he realized he had started driving them towards the club, he blinked. He hoped that Micha had not noticed the mistake. As they sat the light, Samuel stubbed the remainder of his cigarette in the car's ashtray. A tiny trail of smoke rose from the stub as he returned his attention towards the light in front of them. The light changed a second later and they continued down the road. He turned at the next light, making sure to avoid his club so that Micha wouldn't notice he was going the wrong way. Though a part of him was tempted to just drive in circles to see how long it might take him notice. Such a trick would only get him into further trouble with the male.
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Posted: Sun Jan 12, 2025 12:21 pm
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xDarkWinterx Vice Captain
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Posted: Sun Jan 12, 2025 9:45 pm
The last thing he had wanted was to make Micha feel as though he were not welcome in his home. That was hardly the case, and he was sure Micha knew this. But feelings were not always rational, especially when he in already in a mood. Samuel knew it was best to leave him be, even when he would preferred to reach out to him. As he stubbed out his cigarette the small space between them filled with smoke. He continued to drive, ignoring the fact that they were too close to the club and away from their destination. Samuel began merging towards the adjacent lane to make another turn when Micha spoke beside him. He noted the teasing tone as he glanced towards him. "N-no..." he lied. He wasn't exactly lost per say. Though Samuel didn't take the train nearly enough to have its' location memorized. However, it had only been a matter of days since they last took the train together, Samuel didn't want to admit that he briefly forgot that was where they were going.
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