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

Aeric bore a sad smile as she reached out to console him. On one hand it felt nice to admit part of his sorrow to her, on the other hand he felt a little guilty for using it in an attempt to soften her up. But he did not care to linger on tragedy, happily moving on as the very obvious attraction between them continued to grow. Me too, he confessed. It was funny how quickly something he only thought to do for fun was evolving into something more. He certainly didnt expect it to become quite so flirty. Then again, maybe Ive always sort of had a thing for her he realized. How could he not grow attracted to the smart, funny and unquestionably gorgeous girl hed spent the last week with? Perhaps it only took the reciprocation of that attraction to make him realize it. And he could definitely tell Catty was reciprocating. Aeric always had an eye for detail, and he saw the way her body shuddered turning to putty under the weight of his emerald gaze. He couldnt stop the devilish smirk from taking over his face when he noticed, nor did he shy away from the few glances she was giving back. This was crazy of course where could they possibly go with it all? Yet as his mind continued buzzing from the copious amounts of liquor, he seemed all to willing to roll the dice anyway. How many chances like this was he going to get, after all? I make it sound about as thrilling as it is, he said with a laugh. Admittedly Ive never felt like its anything more than to earn a paycheck. Or lie about earning one Maybe it wasnt too late to pick up a copy of Web Design for Dummies. Even if Catty didnt ask questions about it, he had to start thinking beyond that 40k possibly still in his family home. But those were concerns for later for now he listened to Catty talk about the job she apparently did love. He sipped his drink, delighted to hear the passion in her voice when it came to the work she did and her love for animals. An especially knowing smile passed his lips though, when she brought up her new dog. Though his eyes flashed with a little anger as she mentioned the state she found him in. Wow thats so fucked up! he exclaimed with genuine displeasure. Who the hell would do something like that to an innocent animal? Of course it was particularly easy to be upset when you were the victim in question. But thats amazing you were able to help him. You should be proud of yourself. Hes so lucky you found him. I really am, he thought to himself, smiling as she seemed to lose her words again. Ive always loved dogs, he told her. I feel like I have this connection to them like we just get each other. He laughed a little, trying not to think about how hed be pretending to be one all over again tonight. Hopefully he wouldnt find the act too difficult to pull off after this rapport between them. It seemed like things were fated to become more complicated, however, when she brought up the craft festival. Hed already heard mention of it several times over the week, what with how excited Catty was to take her unnamed canine companion. And now apparently, her same companion in human form. Well, well Catty, did you just ask me out on a date? It was a little hard to tell with all the bumbling awkwardness of dragging the words out. The poor girl seemed ready to be shot down, and honestly, Aeric very much should have shot her down. Fun as it sounded, how the hell was he going to pull off being her date and her dog at the same time? He found the answer waiting on his lips the edge of a sword that could go either way. Come on Aeric Come up with some excuse. That sounds like a lot of fun, he said finally. Thats not an excuse Id love to go. What the hell are you doing? What day were you thinking? Could be a little tough to plan things without a phone number to give you Good good he regrouped his thoughts, a plausible excuse for why things could go wrong . After all, he couldnt really find a way to pull this off could he? Her attention was pulled away by her friends texting her before it could really be planned in full, and Aeric knew he had to seize the opportunity to steer the direction away from an impending date for now. As soon as she was done replying, he downed the rest of his drink and grinned at her. Tell you what, why dont we put that thought on hold and go dance with your friends for a bit? Id just as soon enjoy you while I have you. When she was ready he walked with her back into the crowds to find her friends. While his focus was still mostly Catty he decided to make a good impression by having just as much fun with the rest of her group. He danced with each of them in turn, though his light-hearted frivolity with the others remained a far cry of difference from the intensity he had with their red head friend. Even when he danced with Ally, who was by far the most eager for the intention and the most willing to grind up on him and try to get him moving with her, his movements seemed lackluster in comparison. After her latest attempt at throwing herself with him he switched back to his favorite partner for the next song, coming in close to Catty to speak quietly in her ear. You wanna make her jealous? he suggested, eyes flickering with devious intent as he spoke of her promiscuous friend. Having got to know each other a little bit he was much more comfortable pulling her in close, moving his body with hers in synchronicity. It remained as tasteful as their first dance, though with a hell of a lot more spice. When he came behind her this time he no longer allowed that heated space between their bodies. He coaxed her back right up against him, his hands sliding up from his hips and across her flat stomach as their hips rolled together. Meanwhile he leaned in close over her shoulder, head down so that their mouths were but an inch apart. The honey-sweet smell of her breath was like a siren song, tempting him to close the gap and seize her lips. Yet somehow, the denial was just as tantalizing as he pulled away, the moment gone as quickly as it had come. His careful positioning on the floor made certain Ally drank in the whole affair. After a few songs he needed another shot, offering one to the ladies as well for those who would take it. Afterwards he found himself sitting in one of the empty corner booths with Catty , finally letting her rest her feet. You really should have brought flats, he told her, his mind running with the conversation she had with Jess before even leaving her house. He had another drink in his hand as they sat together probably not the best idea given his need to stay sharp enough to make it home and hide all the evidence of this before her. But he also needed the scape this once, and if nothing else the alcohol worked to annihilate his inhibitions. The two sat close as could be, his arm around her by way of the back of the chair, giving her plenty of room to get even closer. He sat talking with her for a bit, but Aeric knew they had to cut this short if he was going to keep up appearances. So listen, I had a really great time tonight. Like I said though I uh, dont really have a phone right now. So maybe you should give me your number, and I can call you sometime when I do? He waited until she had, before appraising her with another smile. I really hope I get to see you this weekend, he said, his eyes traveling the fine contours of her face, down to her plush lips. But just in case I dont The heat of the alcohol had him more bold than usual aided by the pounding beats of the music that seemed to silence compared to the blood rushing through his ears as he leaned forward and pressed his lips tenderly against hers. It wasnt a sultry kiss so much as it was sweet and soft a delightful invitation that promised so much more, only for him to pull away shortly after. He grinned a little as his forwardness, yet it had to be short lived. Ive really got to go, he told her after. With practiced skill he downed the rest of his drink before sliding away from her and getting back to his feet. He bid farewell to her other friends as well, before turning to her one last time. Say hi to your dog for me, he told her, before slinking back off into the crowd. The world was practically spinning as he weaved his way back out of the club, trying not to let his sizable consumption of liquor slow him down from making it back to her apartment. He couldnt say how much longer she would stay out with friends like hers he could see them trying to keep her out til the crack of dawn. Given she likely just had the highlight of her outing however, it was just as possible shed be right behind him. So he kept a brisk pace, making it all the way back to her place and through the front door while Catty remained none the wiser. He made straight for her bedroom, his poor balance getting the better of him as he kicked off his shoes and socks and began compacting the clothes back into their hiding place. In his wobbly state it came out a little messier but he still managed to get everything tucked away. Feeling the couch was too far a walk, he simply climbed into her bed, snuggly situation himself into the down comforter shed taken back for herself. He stretched out with a groan, enjoy his last few moments as a man before he was replaced by a huge black wolf instead. The cloud of stupor in his brain made his night with Catty appear like a hazy memory as his eyes drifted shut and he passed into an intoxicated slumber. Yet the girl remained his last thought, evening unto his dreaming subconscious.