Thread: Big Bad, Little Red, and the Hunters. (Fates.Gamble and Gunner)

Catty couldn't believe it. Part of her was waiting for some camera crew to leap out and say this was some weird throwback to candid camera. Even as they moved and swayed to the music, his large, warm hands on her body, it was hard to believe this was happening. Catty wasn't falsely modest, she was perfectly aware she was a pretty girl and took good care of her body. But this guy? This walking Calvin Klein ad? Then it kind of struck her. Did it matter? Even if for just one dance why would she question it? Just enjoy it. Catty managed a smile as he gave his name and they slipped into rhythm with the music and with one another. The space between their bodies so minuscule but filled with heat. Nothing like the other men who were quick to grind their crotch on you like a dog humping your leg. Thank goodness Cronus didn't do that. Honestly he would probably break her leg if he tried. His shouted compliment made her grin. You too! She called back. As the song changed so too did their dance and he found his way behind her. Still their bodies just barely didn't touch. She could feel the back of her flouncy shirt and the tails of her skirt brush and catching his clothes on occasion but never felt him against her. It was thrilling and scintillating. That small space crackled with energy warming her back. Heavens it was almost as good as sex. Maybe ice cream. Then again ice cream didn't bring a flush to her face and a swarm of electric butterflies to her guts. They didn't stay that way for long, back to facing one another. Catty was thankful the club was as dark as it was, certain her face was the same shade as her hair. The song, sadly, came to a close and Catty moved to step away. Well it was fun while it lasted. She was notably surprised as he leaned in close to her. His warm breath drifted over her ear making her shudder, his low voice turning her legs to putty. She looked around as he leaned over her and saw her group still at the bar. More surprise as he offered to buy them a round. Uh...yeah, sure... she said as those little butterflies came back. This couldn't be real. Aeric's large, warm hand was certainly real as it found hers. She obliged, wrapping her fingers with his hand as best as she could as he led them off the floor. With his size and height it was easy enough. The crowds parted for him as if he were Moses. Once at the bar the other women were quick to surround, curious about this handsome stranger. Jess stayed to Catty's side while the other two were quick to slide closer to Aeric, of course Ally was closest. Hell, she stood closer to him than Catty did. Introductions were made and cheers all around for the chocolate cake shots. Given all four of them had gone to college together they were familiar with the shot. The strange, amazing way such an odd combination of things turned to cake in the mouth. There was some laughter at the quick banter. Catty's eyes kept jumping between Aeric and Jess. Her friend seemed just as stunned as her but highly encouraging. Catty blinked a moment as Aeric leaned in again offering another drink. Maybe just one more, she needed to take it easy on the alcohol. That would be great, she said with a sheepish grin. Though her eyes widened in surprised as he seemed to appraise her and quickly pegged her for enjoying wine and very specifically moscato. Good guess, she said with a cheeky grin. As he turned to order she reached for Jess who quickly leaned in. Every ten? She asked and Jess gave a sharp nod. And Ally? Catty added. Dance floor. Staying? Deck, Catty responded. The women nodded. As the drink arrived Jess suddenly grabbed Holly and Ally by the arms. Favorite song! Let's go! She shouted and bodily dragged the other two away. Ally glanced back with a pouty glare but didn't resist. Putting up a fight in heels and such a short dress was a recipe for everyone seeing your underwear. Jess really was a great friend. With Jess taking care of the other two Catty could fully focus on Aeric. Suddenly it was quiet. Well not the club, the music was a loud as ever. He seemed hesitant. Like when he was searching for that line of her bumping into him. His question raised her eyebrows some but she grinned a little as their drinks arrived. Of course she wasn't going to tell the truth. Recently broken up women made for easy targets. Sure he was handsome and seemed polite but Catty was cautious, a woman had to be. Just out for fun, she shouted the small lie. Hey you wanna go onto the patio? She asked as she picked up with glass of moscato. It was less of an offer and more of a 'I'm going outside and if you want to talk you're going to follow' sort of question. With a little wave she led him past the bar and the bathrooms where the line for the women's room was four women deep. The cool night air swept around them. There were plenty of people out there as well, most of them smokers taking a break from dancing. One couple was making out and dry humping in a dark corner. Catty shook her head and led Aeric to a spot away from the smokers. She always kind of wished they would bother to put chairs out. Holly had it right, her feet were getting tired already. Stupid heels. Catty took a deep breath of the night air, her ears ringing a little from the music. Outside she seemed a great deal more relaxed, leaning a little on iron railing that surrounded the patio. Honestly clubs aren't my first pick for a night out, she admitted with a small laugh. But....I'm kind of glad I came tonight, she said with a bright grin for him. Very glad. What about you? Here by yourself? That could either be bold or a little creepy. Maybe she shouldn't ask questions she didn't fully want to know the answer for. Honestly she was trying to be cautious. It was very hard to want to. So far he seemed...perfect. Look aside he didn't basically try and hump her while dancing, bought her friends shot, got her a drink. By all accounts he was a gentleman. And incredibly hot. So what was the issue? Baggage? Girlfriend? Her eyes flicked to his hands. Wife? No...no ring but that could be removed. So what do you do for a living, Aeric? Do you live in the city? She probed gently. Catty wanted to know more about this handsome, gentlemanly stranger than just materialized out of no where. Though she honestly couldn't say if she wanted to know more to see if there was a catch or just to know. To settle the way her heart beat a little quicker around him or how her ears had felt warm ever since they started dancing. The first ten had elapsed and her phone vibrated. Catty shot a quick back to Jess. Yep she was still alive and well. Not kidnapped. Or dead.