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Thread: The Best in the West (Candira and Legion)

Kate hadn't been expecting such an answer from him. He'd never been this forward. He'd never expressed interest in being anything other than her friend. Then again, perhaps it was foolish to believe that any man would stop at just that. Of course, she was flattered by his respect for her and the honor he wished to tender her. His answer of having her slap him and kick him out of the bar made her smile, but she wondered just what kind of games he was playing with those men. Then again, who was she to judge? Kate lived her own mistakes and had her own sins to atone for. Then again, she was always nice to the people she stole from--often sharing food or forgetting a spilled drink when she saw them next. It was easy for her to walk away from it all, but what kind of life did Tom lead, she wondered. His comments about wanting her for his own had stopped her, but she quickly regained herself. She smiled when he laughed and shared in his mirth. Did he, now? You know, it's not taking advantage of a lady if she wants you to take her, she said with a teasing laugh. And then she started walking again, afraid that she might blush or even start indulging that fantasy of hers by imagining them together again. But you're right. It's much better to steal a woman's heart first, she said, smiling as she walked with him toward her home. Tired, she yawned again and then leaned against him a little as they walked.
Thread: The Best in the West (Candira and Legion)

But you're right. It's much better to steal a woman's heart first, she said, smiling as she walked with him toward her home. Too many men prefer skipping that part though. It seems like men are losing the capability of thinking outside of their pants these days. The walk got a little quieter after that and he felt her lean up against him as they drew closer to her home. And she says she can get here on her own, she'd pass out and fall over if I didn't come with her half the time. he thought to himself. However he didn't object, he let her stay comfortable for a little longer. Part of it was because he wanted her to be comfortable as they walked, and also because he enjoyed having her close. Just a few more minutes passed as they began to walk up to her house. Hey don't fall asleep while walkin' now. We're here, you should go inside and get comfortable. Get some sleep darlin'. I should head back to the saloon in a bit.
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She smiled at the outrage and disappointment in his voice when he told her that men had problems thinking things through without letting heir hormones get involved. That was very true--especially when men were drunk. She could never imagine Tom having that problem, which was at once a good thought, and something of a disappointment. He would never try to take advantage of her in any way, which she was glad for, but if he really wanted her...she had a hard time thinking of that. Kate let him guide her home, closing her eyes a bit as she walked. She never completely let her guard down, but she was sure that she could have without much worry. When they reached her home, she was ready to sink into a nice warm bath and then go to sleep. Still, she wouldn't have minded his company. She smiled and stopped leaning on him as they reached the doorstep of the little place. It wasn't much, but it was hers. Complete with a little garden of vegetables and flowers. Kate turned to face him as she fished her key out from around her neck and then leaned in to kiss his cheek. Thank you for taking such good care of me Tom. I don't know what I'd do without you. That said, she smiled and headed for her door. After some fidgeting with the key, she was in. She locked the door behind her, leaning against it for a moment before turning on her lamp and waving at him through her window.
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Tom did not deny such an innocent act as a kiss on the cheek. Her soft, warm, and moist lips touching his skin all too quickly reminded him of the temptations of men. The desires and compulsions to act before though ran through him rampant, but he reminded himself of his position and held them at bay. Though held at bay in thought, his body had decided to show the fruitlessness of his efforts. Which without thinking about it nor hesitating, he pulled his duster closed as he backed off the raised porch of her home. Have a good evening ma'am. I'm happy to be of help to you. You know if you ever need me I'll be there. He said as she walked inside. He tried to put on his hat out of habit, only to realize he had left it at the saloon. All the more reason to get back there before it went missing. Realizing his mistake in not having his hat, he went with it and acted as if he tipped his imaginary hat to her as she waved at him from the window. After making a darn fool of himself again he turned and headed for the saloon. Once the bar closed he would head over to the Church and pray for forgiveness for the thoughts of his temptations.
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When he left her, the saloon girl headed back into her house, lighting another lamp as she went and then another until the small house was lit up nicely. She went through her nicely furnished living room where she entertained the few guests she invited into her home and often sat and read books. A soft sofa and two plush armchairs, with a small coffee table that fit a few books, a nice vase of flowers from her garden, and a tray of coffee and cakes when she entertained. The thought that she ought to invite Tom in one of these times crossed her mind as she walked through the room, wondering what he might like in the way of refreshments. She smiled at the thought of him as he'd left her tonight, lifting a hat that he wasn't wearing in her direction. Chuckling, she thought of something sweet to make for him next time he walked her home. And then she imagined all of the other sweet things she could do to thank him for helping her so often. Her lips curved into a smile and she shook her head. He would never let himself have her, even if what he'd said before really was true. If he wanted her, he would forever deny himself. And, she thought, any other man who tried to bed her. Sighing, she walked past the room where she did laundry and other household projects...and also the room where she'd stashed her stolen goods. She put them in her book of pressed flowers and transferred it to her safe when she felt it was necessary. Finally she arrived at her bedroom with a large inviting bed waiting for her. It was fashioned with a lovely down quilt that her mother had given to her and covered in fine sheets that she took care of. There was a chest at the foot of the bed full of blankets and bed clothes, a dresser full of underthings, ribbons, corsets, and other various items of clothing, and an amour filled with her saloon dresses and a few more plain dresses, with a few men's shirts in case she needed more durability or had some company with a need for one. Smiling she slipped out of her dress and underthings, setting them in the hamper beneath her bed. She took her silky robe from the corner of her amour and put it on as she went to her safe and checked to make sure all of her savings were just that--safe. When she was certain, she treated herself to a nice long bath. She slept well that night and dreamt of a certain guardian being more than just a protector. The next day, she took a jar of preserves from her cellar and a small loaf of bread from her kitchen, put it in a basket and walked to the saloon in a stunningly detailed purple dress that was sure to please the crowd. She would see if she could share a breakfast with Tom and then get to work.
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Tom had woken up late in the Saloon room he always rented since he didn't own a place. The owner gave him a good price for it since he kept the peace in the Saloon. He had spent a late night at the church, he was a cheater, a gambler, and a killer, but he was a God fearing man for many reasons. Mornings were usually slow, he'd run errands for some of the girls or the owner until business picked up. He had woken up and thrown on a fresh set of pants and a shirt, tucked it in and put on a belt. He tried to be presentable most of the time, with the exception of when he woke up with a hangover from whiskey, or Firewater as the natives called it. Mornin' Jeremy, any errands this morning? He asked rubbing his eyes still waking up. A little later yeah, I have a shipment of corn, bread, and other produce comin' in. That's not for a few more hours though partner. Alright let me know where to go meet them. Is Kate here yet? he asked. Your lover girl? he joked. Naw not yet, should be in here soon though. Did you hear the recent news? News? This early? Yeah the owner of the general store came in real early for some real hard drinks. Says someone stole from his store last night while he was sleeping in the upstairs of his store. Did he see who it was? Said it looked like a guy in a black duster and a bandit mask, that's all.
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Kate arrived just as Jeremy was telling Tom about the burglary. She entered the saloon with a smile on her face oblivious to the news. Well good morning fellas. What's new? she asked taking a seat at the bar, setting her basket on the counter. She listened to Jeremy tell her the story again and she gasped, frowning. There weren't many other thieves in the area that hadn't been caught and brought to justice. Well, I'll be sure to be on the lookout for this guy tonight. He sounds dangerous, she said with a little frown. Maybe she really ought to walk home with Tom more often...Speaking of him, she had a basket with their name on it. She turned her attention to her friend and smiled. Speaking of dangers, would you like to have breakfast with me? I thought it might be a nice reward for you walking me home all the time.
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Dangerous indeed, the shop keeper should be glad he slept through it. Had he gone downstairs he may have been shot. No one out here, not even a thief, walks around without a gun. Then again I don't know where the shop keeper keeps his gun, if it was downstairs he would have been in some trouble. He seemed lost in thought for a moment, debating on whether to walk around town tonight to see if there was anything odd going about. Speaking of dangers, would you like to have breakfast with me? I thought it might be a nice reward for you walking me home all the time. He snapped out of his daze quickly and looked at her. Speaking of dangers? Why would eating something you bring be a danger, other than the customers getting jealous? he said with a half tired yet hardy tone. Yes, I'd enjoy that, it beats walking over to one of the Inns to get day old bread and milk. Did you have somewhere in mind to eat what you've brought or did you want to sit down at one of the tables here?
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She caught how he seemed somehow distant, as though he were lost in thought. Perhaps she shouldn't go out tonight if she wanted to avoid explaining her activities to the man who trusted her completely. He also knew her too well to not know that she was in some way associated with the few people who lost a little more money in the saloon than they truly ought to. Kate laughed and shook her head at his response to her invitation. No, silly. It's not dangerous to eat with me. I was referring to how you protect me from danger. Looking around her she wondered what he would prefer. Well, since it's your reward, why don't you choose where we go? She smiled at him and tilted her head, waiting for him to answer her.
Thread: The Best in the West (Candira and Legion)

How about on the porch of the Chapel? I would like to catch the Reverend's morning sermon before sitting down and breaking out my deck of cards for the day. it was no small secret among the people of the town that Tom attended church services. It was, however, odd that a gunslinger was a god fearing man. Slingers were killers and we're frowned upon by the church. The local reverend at first was not thrilled having a killer, a wolf as he would preach, among his flock. However, Tom's continued attendance showed that for a killer, he was devoted. A god fearing man, and when asked why a God fearing man gambled and killed, he would always respond by saying he was bringing justice to those who needed it, meting out loss to the greedy, and death to those prideful enough to believe they could match his skill in a showdown. He stood up and offered his hand to take the basket for her. What did you bring with you?
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Sounds nice, she said with a smile, taking his hand to stand up and then letting him hold the basket. She closed his hands around the handle and then took him by the arm. I'll be back for my shift Jeremy, she said, leading her friend out of the saloon and toward the church. In response to his question, she smiled and looked up at him. I brought your favorite preserves and some sweet bread. There's some coffee in there and some tin plates and cups. I thought you might appreciate it. It was nice to spend time with him that didn't have anything to do with protecting her. Sure she'd used it as an excuse to reward him, but she really just wanted to spend some time with him.
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He listened to what she said as they both began to head out of the Saloon. Coffee thank the Lord, I was afraid I'd fall asleep through the Reverend's sermon, especially if I drank that brown water Jeremy calls coffee. he said to her laughing lightly as he whispered the last bit to her. He peaked into the basket to look at what preserves she had brought with her. He had seen a clear container with a red liquid with chunked fruit in it, strawberry preserves. In all the time he had been here, he believed she was the only one who knew that strawberries were his weakness. He'd kill a man for some strawberries...oh wait he's done that already, one of the vendors made a bet with him on one of his duels saying if he won he could take home as many strawberries as he could carry. It truly was a kind gesture to think she had been so thoughtful as to remember something so small as a favored food. He commented, jokingly in his head, though it may have come out differently, Well well, coffee, bread and strawberry preserves? Looks like someone is trying to win their way to my heart.
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Kate loved a good compliment. Tom knew how to give them. She giggled at his comment about Jeremy's coffee and squeezed his arm a little tighter. When he took a peek in the basket, she got the feeling that he definitely appreciated what he saw. It made her grin when he made a comment about her being after his heart. Feeling as though she was a thoughtful woman made her feel good. Well maybe I am. Who wouldn't be? She asked, knowing that the reality of her statement might be difficult to grasp. Most of the saloon girls carried such a torch for him. Many were jealous of Kate's easy friendship with him, which was one of the many reasons she didn't stay in the saloon with them. But Tom, bless his heart, didn't know that and she wouldn't tell him. Well then, to the church, she said, as they came ever closer to it. The steps were very clean thanks to the efforts of the preacher. She took a seat on the step and waited for him to join her. Mmm, let's eat.
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Tom sat with her on the steps of the church, and opened the basket of goodies she had prepared. Pulling out the two small tin cups and the container of coffee, a cloth upon which he set the bread, and the container of strawberry preserves. He pulled out a small knife from the basket, after feeling around for the handle, and began to slice the bread into as equal of portions as he could manage. The bread held well but was not too tough, it had aged only slightly. He would pour himself a small cup of coffee later, his stomach was focused on the preserves which he opened and used the bread knife, after cutting the loaf into slices so its use on the bread was no longer needed, to take some of the preserve gel and spread it across a slice of bread. Preserves were delicious, and the thing that made them better than any jam was that they had chunks of the actual fruit in them. However much he wanted a slice for himself right now, he placed that slice down on a plate for Kate and began preparing his slice next. Even when he was hungry, the slinger thought of Kate before himself. However, the aroma of the preserves had tempted him to do otherwise. After preparing his slice he dug his teeth into the sweet strawberry coated bread, the strawberries used had been grown well giving off a slight twinge of an easy tart flavor then they practically beat him over the head with sweetness. He gave a sigh of satisfaction as he swallowed his bread, still savoring the taste left behind. Thank you Kate, its been a few weeks since I had something like this. It was really thoughtful of you.
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Kate smiled as she watched Tom unpack everything. It touched her that even though he was clearly tempted and hungry he still made her plate up first. She smiled and took the plate from him, not eating until he had taken the first bite of his. His reaction made her incredibly happy. I'm glad you like it. But really, it's not that thoughtful. She nibbled at her toast and watched him. Really, walking me home last night could have saved my life, she said. After all, there's a new bandit on the loose.
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He continued to enjoy his small meal as he listened to her. He was proud of watching after her, he had his reasons for looking after her. However, he spoke to no one about his interest in her, most took it for shear infatuation. Tom was fairly open about himself, mainly when drinking, but he kept the more important details to himself. For all most people knew, he was originally just a traveling gunslinger. As for where he was from, what he did before gun-slinging, and why he became a gunslinger, those details he didn't tell anyone, not even Kate. He quirked a puzzled brow at her last comment. What do you mean Miss Kate? That is I mean to say, most people would not refer to this person as a 'new bandit' unless there was one already here previously. At least I have never heard anyone say there is something new in town if what was in town was not previously here before. To my recollection, we haven't had a bandit come through these parts for almost a year now, give or take a month or two. He was pointing out that most people usually refer to there being a bandit in town if no others had passed through or taken up residence nearby for quite some time. Or have you heard or noticed things in the saloon that I have not by some chance?
Thread: The Best in the West (Candira and Legion)

She frowned a little. Tom had no idea of her little side arm of income. In a way, she was quite like him, but she was very different as well. When she stole, she didn't take from people who needed their money. And she never took much. When she stole she only took enough to cover her living expenses and she always gave back to the people she took from. Most people thought she was just a nice, sweet girl, but she was more than that. Knowing how her gun slinging friend felt about greed and stealing however, she couldn't bring herself to tell him. Well, we have had them in the past, and this is the first time I've heard of him, so he's new to me, she said, taking a bite of her bread, looking a little confused. I swear it made sense in my head. And it had. What she told him was the truth. Shrugging, she nudged his shoulder a little. So, will you be playing cards again tonight? Or will you be off somewhere doing something mysterious?
Thread: In Auntie's arms (Falzar and Fancy_Brat

Finally! This lame bus trip through so many nowhere cities was at an end. His parents had kicked him out and told him he had to live with his Mom's sister. He hadn't even seen her for ten years and he was now 18. She was probably older than his mom an out of shape... No wonder she wanted him to work on her house. He didn't know why his parents were so bugged. He had only had one problem with the girl he liked, when a gang member had tried to take her away. He was stringing them along by telling them he was thinking of joining the gang. Now he was stuck hours from anything and anywhere. The bus company told him that they didn't even stop here if there wasn't a passenger on board. Just a couple of inches over 5ft. The cheetahmorph boy stepped off the train, carrying his duffle. His blue eyes narrowed as he looked for her. He knew she was a cat. He thought she was striped. While he was looking, a gorgeous buxom lady tiger strolled his direction. Wow! She was fantastic. She came straight toward him and then he knew. This was his aunt....amazing.
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Melanie let out a little sigh as she waited at the bus stop for her nephew. It had been so long since she had seen him last time, and he was so adorable back then. She heard everything about his situation, wondering why he'd be getting so involved with those gangs anyway. Nothing but trouble came out of it. Despite what he believed, the tigress was actually quite a looker. Despite where she was living, she made it a habit to go out and jog for a bit to keep herself active. Maybe if she didn't, she would be that 'aunt' he described her as. In fact, she had jogged over to the station from her house, still dressed in her tight sports bra and nylon shorts. She watched the bus come by, noting the lone passenger than got off. It had been a long time, but she recognized him immediately. She quickly ran over to greet him. Well well. Look how much you've grown up. You're certainly looking rather handsome now. she said with a chuckle. I hope you like walking. I had to jog over here after all. But that's just fine. It gives us some time to catch up and everything. she said.
Thread: In Auntie's arms (Falzar and Fancy_Brat

Walk? Great! Just what he needed. Quietly he shouldered the heavy duffle and trudged after her quick steps, finding that watching her ass mad a great motivator to stay close. You, ahhhh, look great Aunt Mel. I never realized that Mom's sister was only a little older than me. I hope you don't expect too much of me. I'm not too good with tools.
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She chuckled a little at his comments. Now now. I know you're at that age, but try not to flatter me too much all right? I just wanted to make sure I stayed in shape since the last time I saw you. I've been jogging in the morning everyday, and I usually have to walk if I need to buy groceries. There's never really a dull moment. By the way... She paused as she glanced back to him. I recall my sister telling me something over the phone earlier. Something about how my nephew thinks I'm probably old and aging. she said with a little grin. Now now. I'm sure that's what everyone may think of their aunts, but hopefully I've changed your mind. she said with a playful wink. He would be able to see that she was a few inches taller than him if they stood back to back. Don't worry about it. It's just a few simple things I'm sure anyone could pick up on their first try. I just needed some man-power around here to help out. What's his name?