Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 2, 2011 16:11:25 GMT -5
I noticed her smile and inwardly grinned. On instinct I reached over and ran the back of one finger along that pristine cheek. At her question I thought a moment. "I am an only child, son of my father Frederik de Valliers, and my mother Skiirja Fellstone." I spoke with pride, not ashamed in the least of my heritage. I had claimed it, made it my own, and tamed it as well. "Camlach is always in a state of turmoil, my sweet. Bordering Skaldia, especially these days, means that Camlach is ever vigilant, ever watchful. A first line of defense against my mother's people. And mine."There, I had said it. If she had her suspicions before, then she knew for sure now. I could feel my face warm up where he touched me on my cheek. My eyes looked up to look into his for a moment. I nodded in understanding when he mentioned that he was a only child, and I cocked my head lightly when he mentioned the name of a minor noble and then another name that I wasn't familiar with. It was then that I noticed that some of the people were looking at us curiously, and some were whispering. I looked back at him and continued listening while we walked down the street. I pointed out the door of the Cockeral, giving him the chance to open the door for me if he chose to do so. I blinked and then spoke softly, "So...you are part Skaldi..." It was a question, it was a statement. I said it with wonderment as if his features all made sense now. I had never seen a man who looked like him. I spoke again without thinking, "That is why you are so handsome..." My face blushed again, and I covered my mom as if in apology for what I had said.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 2, 2011 16:25:17 GMT -5
She led us to the Cockeral and slowed as we neared. I opened the door for her, guiding her inside with the gentle touch of my hand just above her rear.
I nodded at her part-question.
"That I am, Mine. Half. My father D'Angeline, my mother Skaldi."
Her next statement caught me by surprise.
"I have been called many things, and yes, though handsome is one of them, that word has never been uttered from lips so sweet as yours."
Her hand flies to her mouth ad I laugh, a rich baritone that rolls out of me.
"You should not cover such a pretty mouth, my sweet. What if, perchance, I had desired a kiss at that very moment? Hmm?"
My voice drops low, now as we are inside, patrons already turning to stare.
"What if I would want a kiss at this very moment? Would I have to steal it?"
My voice was low, curious, but also amused. Oh the rumors that would start should do such a thing.
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Adept of Valerian House
"We are bound soul to soul to Elua's holiest laws; If I am an angel, Why you are the cause."
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 2, 2011 16:48:47 GMT -5
I had a new understanding of him when he admitted that he was half D'Angeline and half Skaldic. I had never heard of someone who had such a mixture of race. I knew that the two countries were fighting one another. No one in my family had dealt with a direct conflict from the Skaldi, so I didn't feel any genuine anger towards them.
I blushed again at his compliment and walked into the Cockeral. I noticed that there were a lot of people watching us. I listened to the sound of his laughter at my gesture, the rich tones sent tingles to my bones.
I giggled softly at his question, and I turned my head, "I would sincerely love to feel your lips against mine, but I do have a reputation to uphold. You will have to wait until after the debut to make such public gestures. It does excite me to know that you want me...." I spoke in a soft in submissive tone, the words flowed easily from my lips as if I had been thinking of them since I met him.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 2, 2011 17:03:39 GMT -5
Realization spread across her face, but she showed no outward signs of duress. Good.
At her reply to my question I could only chuckle softly. "Ah, Mine... though it pains my heart to have to wait, I will do so. And dream about that kiss every night in my bed as I wait for your debut."
I was laying it on thick, but by the Companions did I want this woman. It is now that I settle my gaze on her though, my voice still low and for her ears alone.
"Excite you? Then know this; that I will have you. You are Mine." There is no maybe, no possibly. It is a certainty. My eyes remain on hers for a moment.
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Adept of Valerian House
"We are bound soul to soul to Elua's holiest laws; If I am an angel, Why you are the cause."
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 2, 2011 17:19:59 GMT -5
I looked up through my eyelashes, hoping that he wouldn't be upset at learning that I must uphold Valerian's honor. I felt a feeling of relief when it seemed that he was understanding of my current situation, "My debut is in 4 days, so it won't be too long of a wait."
I blushed when he spoke of dreaming of kissing me. I reached for his hand and gave it a light squeeze, "You are quite the flatterer, m'lord. Are you truly so confident as to believe that your bid will be the highest?"
I began leading him toward a table that was off to the side. It was somewhat secluded, but it afforded anyone nearby to see that we were merely having a meal.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 2, 2011 17:39:19 GMT -5
Her demure look makes my heart race and I merely shake my head.
"You should be used to flattery, Mine. How could you not be?"
As she then mentioned her debut and the bidding I can only shrug.
"I will do my best. I am certainly not the wealthiest of nobles, but my statement still stands. I will have you."
I again let her lead me to where she feels most comfortable and pull out her chair for her. Moving around the table I sit as well, my gaze moving over the crowd of patrons, almost defiantly, daring any to speak a word against me and Mine.
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 2, 2011 19:26:46 GMT -5
I blushed and giggled softly at his question, "I actually haven't ventured much from Valerian House until a few weeks ago, so no...I'm not really used to the flattery. All of my housemates are very attractive people, so we don't usually compliment one another... "
I found myself pulled in by his eyes as he spoke with certainty that I would be his. I loved the sound of his voice, and the finality of it made me feel warm all over.
I took a seat and watched him glare the crowd down. It looked like the customers were deciding to focus on their own companions. I turned back to Hal, "Were you born in Skaldia or Terre D'Ange?" I asked curiously.
When a server came by, I ordered a beef stew with a few rolls.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 2, 2011 19:36:34 GMT -5
"Ah." I intoned with a nod as she explained.
I lean over the table slightly, my eyes on hers. Her natural curiosity shines through and her question is expected.
"I was born in Skaldia, and raised by my mother and the Fellstone tribe until the age of twelve, when she died. She sent me to my father in Camlach and I have lived there since. I have come to embrace both sides of my heritage, taking the best of both to make them uniquely my own."
I speak proudly and firmly, though somewhat quietly. What I am or am not is not the business of everyone present. As the server takes Mine's order, I order the same, as well as some water to drink. Alcohol might dull my senses, and I want all of them filled with Mine.
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 2, 2011 19:46:22 GMT -5
I watch him lean over the table and talk about his history. I was really in awe of this man who seemed to be enchanted by me. All of the attention was just overwhelming for me, even as I enjoyed every bit of it. My eyes widened slightly when he mentioned that he had been born in Skaldia and then moved to Camlach when he was 12.
"Wow, you must have lived such an exciting life. I have spent my life in books and practicing various social skills. I've never been out of this providence. You must have seen some amazing things... So...why are you here in L'Agnace? Do you plan on going back to Camlach?" I set my arms on the table and began moving my fingers together. It was something that I tended to do when I was nervous or uncertain about something. Inwardly, I wondered how long I would have him as a patron before he went on some amazing adventure.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 2, 2011 20:24:57 GMT -5
"Exciting? Perhaps. Though difficult might be more apt a term. Of course, in many ways my education was lacking, though I learned to fight at an early age. My mixed heritage was apparent, and though my mother tried to protect me she could not always be there. I grew up rough, the 'school of hard knocks' as they say.
It was only after I came to Terre D'Ange that I was formally educated. For example, I doubt you will meet too many full-blooded Skaldi as well spoken as myself. Perhaps in the mercenaries."
I notice how she fidgets with her fingers. Reaching across the table I take her hands and squeeze them as I smile.
"though likely looked on with suspicion, I have come to lend what help I can. I would campaign for peace between my peoples, but who will listen? In some manner, somehow, I must try to gain the ear of the Courcels. That is the only way. As far as when I return to Camlach..."
I shrugs and fix her with a gaze that smolders.
"...it depends on what I might find here that captures my interest."
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 3, 2011 12:27:10 GMT -5
My eyes filled with understanding as he spoke about his struggles in life. I had never come across such difficulties, but I wanted to show him empathy. When he brought his hands over to me, I gave them a comforting squeeze. "That must have been difficult for you, being judged for something you couldn't change. People can be so cruel sometimes."
I watched him give me a smoldering look, I was enchanted by it. And my lips curved as I thought about being the something tha captured his interest. Could I really have such a ability? Could I persuade a patron to stay in L'Agnace just for me? The idea sent a tingle through my torso.
"I hope the people here will be a lot more accepting," I offered in hopes of comforting him.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 3, 2011 13:00:14 GMT -5
She was trying to comfort me, treating me as if I were a child. I frowned slightly. These were things I had long moved past, and I only spoke of them because she seemed curious.
"People are cruel all the time, sweet Mine. Sometimes when they do not even realize it. Especially when they do not realize it. In many ways people are not cruel so much as thoughtless. Gormless."
Looking around at the other patrons in the Cockeral, I simply shrug. How they treated me remained to be seen.
It was then that our meal arrived and I let go of her hands. I watched and waited for her t begin before I did. Once she started I dug in with gusto, quite famished actually, as if my hunger for her augmented my physical needs for food.
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 3, 2011 13:13:12 GMT -5
I nodded slowly in understanding. I hadn't really met up against any kind of cruelty, so it was hard for me to believe that. For the most part, I had not come across any hardship. My family had coddled me through my younger years, although I didn't remember all of that experience. And the members of Valerian seemed to be fairly friendly and hospitable. Of course many of them seemed to shy to interact with me much, but I didn't hold that against them.
When our food arrived, I picked up a fork and took a small bite. I looked up to see Hal eating the food much more rapidly, "It's good, huh?" I laughed a little before turning back to the bowl. I continued eating at a slower pace, enjoying the view across from me.
"Are you familiar with the Night Court?" I asked curiously. I wondered if he had ever visited there before.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 3, 2011 19:29:32 GMT -5
I slow in my eating. Old habits die hard. Growing up, if I did not eat quickly sometimes I never ate at all. It was no longer that way, still...
At Mine's words I nod.
"It is very good. Are you enjoying yours as well?"
At her question of the Night Court I slowly shake my head.
"Everyone knows of the Night Court, but I have never been. This is my first foray to Elua. I do hope to visit at some point, but it is not the foremost thing on my mind."
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 3, 2011 20:26:18 GMT -5
I noticed that his eating pace slowed, I wondered if it had anything to do with me. I nodded at his question, "I usually like to eat chicken or hen, but I know that sometimes it can take a little time. While they usually have beef stew on hand and I was rather famished. I skipped breakfast today."
"You should come to Night Court some time. Mount Nuit is really beautiful this time of the year, and there are a variety of houses that have plethora of entertainment and services to give," I mentioned in between bites of stew. I dipped some bread into my stew and took a small bite.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 3, 2011 20:38:52 GMT -5
I smiled. "Perhaps for our next meal together we'll go someplace a little more fancy. I might even wear a shirt." I fixed her with smiling eyes and winked.
"The stew is very good. And you'll have to forgive me. I am used to eating fast, but finishing far ahead of you would be rude. As for the Night Court, is that an invitation? I would love to visit. Speaking of, what are you doing after this? Will you need an escort? I would feel funny letting you go around by yourself."
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 3, 2011 20:48:10 GMT -5
A smirk came to my lips, "It would be nice to see how you look with a shirt on. Although it would be less distracting.." I allowed my eyes to drink his bare chest in as he spoke more.
"I don't think I would be allowed to give you a tour of Mount Nuit until after my debut, but I would enjoy doing so. There are a few houses that I enjoy visiting every once in a while," I admitted to him.
I nodded at his next question, "I should be with a chaperone, but I manage to slip out without one for a while. My Dowayne won't be very happy with me." I shrugged my shoulders as if I was okay with the consequences of that.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 3, 2011 20:56:15 GMT -5
I laugh. "Less distracting might be good. Though you have to admit, I should get to see you without a shirt some time as well."
My brow furrowed. "that seems strange, that you cannot simply walk around Mount Nuit and show a stranger the sites. Still, if you are not supposed to..." Then she speaks of going about unchaperoned.
"Though I am sure that I am not the sort they would approve of to chaperone you, I would be happy to do so. At least I can assure your safety on the streets."
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 3, 2011 21:11:21 GMT -5
I laugh softly at his joke and a light blush comes to my cheeks. I look down for a moment and speak softly, "Perhaps...some day you will..."
I lifted the bowl up with my hands and drank some of the liquid stew. When I moved the bowl from my mouth, my tongue came down to lick away the liquid that was dripping down my chin.
I shrugged my shoulders, "I technically..should still be held up in Valerian House...so it would almost be like a huge defiance of rules. It might start up a poor reputation."
"You are very sweet to offer, however I am quite certain they would not approve. However, you can escort me back to Valerian House afterwards. It will be but a few days from now, and then I'll be able to explore even more they I have," I responded easily to him.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 3, 2011 21:22:29 GMT -5
"One day." I responded. My attention was riveted to her tongue as she licked at the broth on her chin. Oh, to be broth.
"I would be honored to be an escort for you some time. You have merely to ask." I looked down at my bowl and take some bread to finish the stew on the bottom. I take a drink of water and sit back with a satisfied sigh.
I go back to my earlier question. "So where are you headed from here?"
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 3, 2011 21:47:31 GMT -5
I continued eating my beef stew, even as I saw that he had finished. I picked up a napkin and dabbed delicately at my mouth.
I picked up my cup of water and took a long swallow, "I'm going to head home to Valerian House. I loved to stay out longer, but I dare not be gone for too long. I....sort of got reprimanded last week..." I looked down in shame. I finished up the rest of my beef stew and then took out my purse to began counting out coins to pay for my meal.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 3, 2011 22:12:30 GMT -5
I sit and watch as she finishes her meal. As she produces the coinpurse I hold out a hand. "There is no need for that, Mine. I'll pay." Producing my own coin, I lay what is likely more than enough on the table. As a server passes I indicate that we are done, and that we have the coin for the tab.
Turning back to Mine I say, "I'll walk you as far as you think appropriate. I don't want to get you in trouble."
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Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian
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Post by Jessamine Verreuil nó Valerian on Jun 3, 2011 22:49:36 GMT -5
I smile when he offers to pay, "Thank you. I appreciate that."
Once he pays for dinner, I stand up and gather my back. I slip my arm about his bicep and walk with him out the store. As we make our way to Mount Nuit, I point out places that I have been to. I also mention the location and time of my debut, inviting him to come. I wave goodbye before making my way up into Mount Nuit and back home.
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Post by Hjalmar Fellstone (I) on Jun 3, 2011 22:59:23 GMT -5
I listen intently as she speaks, my attention devoted to her, even as I still keep a wary eye on our surroundings. Arriving at Mount Nuit I watch her depart, entranced by the sway of her hips as well as her personality. With a sigh I turn once she is out of sight and make my way back to the city. Perhaps a visit to the fountain in the square will clear my mind.
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