Thread: Body Barter | Lewd & Father

The inside of Karlas mouth worked as if playing with some unfavorable taste in her mouth, and it was true enough that she wouldn't like whatever begging she was sure to do if the look in Shawns bottomless eyes was anything to go by. She offered a tight smile as she slid past him, leaving a scented trail of amber behind her. She stood in the middle of the room, looking around without really seeing anything. This wasnt her first time in his apartment, she just hoped it wouldnt be her last. The letter in her hands suddenly felt heavy as she directed his attention there. I um She cleared her throat and tried again. I received my eviction notice and wanted to see if there was anything I could do to stay here. Get more time. You could pay your rent Karla. That would be the first step. Karla couldnt understand why this man put her on edge. She dealt with a lot of different people without an issue but she always felt like she was stepping into the principals office when she came, always wondering if she was in trouble. Maybe it was because she often was. She folded her arms underneath her chest as she tried to gather her thoughts, realizing too late that it would have been smart to come there with a plan in mind. I could tell you that I could pick up a second job, but assuming I can get hired and receive a paycheck before the month is up would be nave of me. I will look for other means of income, but I would just be lying to both of us if I said I could get you the money youre asking for in one month. Karla knew she wasnt painting a pretty picture, but she needed to say this, needed him to know she wasnt trying to pull one over on him. She just wasnt that kind of person. It would cost me more money to move than it would to stay here. I know its not your problem, but asking me to leave would just be me ending up on the street again. I dont know anyone where, what little family I do have in the states couldnt give a damn about me, and those luxuries people call emergency funds are nonexistent to me. Ive worked my ass off to get here and I dont think I could stand it if I lost this. Her voice was a whisper by the time she finished, forcing herself to breathe through the pain in her chest and the tears threatening to blur her vision. She wasnt going to break down in front of him. She down at the hardwood floor for a moment to recollect herself, short curls obscuring her face as she steeled herself to present the one option that she hoped just might work, hoped didnt diminish what little respect he probably held for her at this point. Im not asking for a free pass. And you remember the rumors. He wasnt one to turn down a pretty face and this complex had a healthy number of them. Karla lived here long enough to hear the gossip. A lot of the tenants seemed to have a hard to keeping their nose out of peoples business if it meant theyd have a story to tell in the elevator. It was one of the reasons she preferred taking the stairs. Even so, she was glad for the few times she managed to have an open ear. Her eyes met his, unwavering in their determination. I will come up with the money if you can just give me a few more months. I swear on my parents grave. In the meantime, all I can offer you is myself. She gnawed on her lower lip until it came away red and angry before forcing the rest of the words out. The blush that formed on her chest, spread to her neck and her cheeks were warm with embarrassment from the situation. You can use me. Ill do whatever you want. If you need someone to keep the building up, I can help. You need any errands run, or food cooked, Im a phone call away. If you need company Her head tilted slightly as she swallowed, her mothers voice reminding her that no amount of money, nothing was worth selling yourself or your dignity for. Karla was just glad she wasnt there to see her now. My door is always open. She shrugged halfheartedly, as a small shaky smile came to her face, completely at odds with the deep crease between her brows and sadness in her honeyed eyes. It was clear that this wasnt something Karla took lightly, it wasnt a just a choice she decided to make from her long list of options. She just kept reminding herself that it would be a temporary thing, that he didnt have to take advantage of what she was offering. Shawn was many things to Karla, but he had always been kind and respectful in his dealings with her. She didnt know what went on behind closed doors nor did she think much about it until now. But she couldnt help but think that, regardless of what choice he made, he would remain that way. Thats all I have for you Shawn.