Thread: The Road To Fame (Sumi & Mr Quixotic)

Lips curled into a smirk and an eyebrow lifted, obviously entertained as he tried to play the innocent and make it seem like he was only being considerate. Oh? Worried that you'd lose your chance now? she mumbled mostly for herself to hear, finding it amusing how it didn't take too long to be reassured that he was available. Perhaps she was reading too much into it, but either way she fancied the thought of him wanting her badly, just as much as she enjoyed any other man's attention directed to her. Karmen herself was more than just interested in him after the conversations they had so far, so, it would make it all the more worth it. Had it not been for the dire circumstances they were stuck with, the brunette might have purposely and teasingly questioned him about what he was talking about, however, her playful mood was soured by the heat making her so uncomfortable in her clothing and how thirsty she was. The sunglasses and the hat weren't doing much to help her, and the uneven ground made walking so tiresome with heels. All in all, she wondered if she'd even make it until noon without passing out or calling it quits. The grumbling was the only way she could let out some steam, really. Eyes widened for a moment when he mentioned that one word. A car? Her head turned swiftly, wondering briefly if perhaps what she saw earlier wasn't simply just her hopeful imagination. Pushing the sunglasses a little bit lower on the bridge of her nose, the singer couldn't believe her eyes when she saw a vehicle indeed, approaching them even. It took all she had not to roll her eyes at Duane and his revived confidence, but she was so thankful for this miracle that she didn't bother to ruin his mood with more of her so called whining. Instead, she was too busy daydreaming already about how lovely would be the rest of the day if everything worked the way they wanted to from now on. To her surprise, when the car stopped by a few minutes later, she didn't see the usual old man or the kind of person who'd be found in a drunken state in Reddell's bar, but a man who seemed close in age with them. Maybe Duane was right this was their lucky day. Approaching the car too, she smiled sweetly as she went along with the made up story, which frankly made her want to laugh. To act like a pair of lovebirds who had just eloped would be certainly interesting, given how she couldn't even remember too well when was the last time she'd been truly a sweetheart to someone. Nevertheless, all the more better to refine her inner actress side. Admittedly, she hadn't expected the sudden kiss planted on her lips, but that only incited her to return the favor later on. Of course, darling, she confirmed, noticing that he was motioning to get in the car and thus, doing as told for now. Oh, don't forget about the bags, sweetheart! she quickly reminded him, before turning her attention to the driver. While Duane was alright with just a drive to the nearest town, Karmen had a feeling that she could get more than that. Ah, he's saying that, but I'm seriously getting sick of traveling all day long, and those cheap hotels where all kinds of bugs crawl out and beds are made from rocks are giving me the shivers by now. Once again, the whining commenced, but this time it was purposeful. Luckily, her words and the long sigh seemed to work wonders as it didn't take long for the man to make an offer. If it's a place to stay that you're looking for, we do have a guest room. I'm sure my wife wouldn't mind it. And that's all it took for Karmen to be contently smiling, knowing that there was no need to spend money on lodging but instead could be spent on many other better things. Add to that some possible free meals too, and all the more did it sound like a great deal. That would be very generous of you! Well, as long as we won't be a bother to you, I would gladly accept the offer, she cheerfully said and turned to Duane. What do you say, love? she added, placing a hand on his like the loving fiancee that she supposedly was.