Thread: Of Blood and Stone; Caressed by Fire - [DA and Haru] NSFW links

Interesting...more like devastating! All Alex wanted to do now was run back through the large door and throw herself on her bed so that Nissa could pet her dark hair and whisper soothing words to help ease the embarrassment she felt coursing through her veins. Of course, her maid probably would agree with her aunt. But that was neither here nor there. At least the woman would have the decency to comfort her and not make her feel at all silly despite things. Looking over at the manalmost too handsome as he stood there in his armorshe couldn't believe he actually agreed to her aunt's proposition! Her aunt stood there, a smug grin plastered across her haughty face. What her uncle saw in the woman, she had no idea! As a child, her mother had told her about her brother and how he'd made a good life for himself in Waterdeep. Her mother had always cared for her brother and a lady so kind surely must've come from a family of undying devotion for one another...unless, that was just her fancy talking. All too often, she loved to daydream and believe in tragic ideals. Nissa often huffed at her, calling it silly frivolity. But the woman's smile made it plain that she approved. But her aunt...never had Alex known a more droll woman. All her rules and etiquette. It drove her mad! And now she had it within her to embarrass her in front of the most beautiful man she'd ever seen by suggesting he be her chaperone! And at the age of twenty! Well, Alex's aunt began. I bid you watch over our niece. She paused a moment, glancing over at a horrified Alex and then at her husband who just seemed bored with her antics. Though serving as one of our hunters will suit when in need, so we will place you in reserve should they need the extra hands. Alex bit down on her lower lip, her delicate hands fidgeting with a ribbon on her gown. She could scarcely believe what her aunt had done. Then again, perhaps she could. You will find accommodations set up for you later this evening. Rather than the barracks, a room closer to our niece will be prepared for you. The woman's expression turned thoughtful. I'll have the Silver Flame notified of you in the mean time, Kirturok. Alex dared a look in Kirturok's direction, her cheeks warm, the urge to tear open her collar beyond agonizing! That's enough, Lydia, Alex's uncle finally managed. The tall, broad man had clearly wished to end things and a glance toward his niece said he felt a bit of sympathy for her plight. Oh, Lord Ellis, Lydia pouted. But she refrained from speaking further on the matter. Charlie groaned as she sat up and pushed the blankets of her body. Slowly, she shifted and let her legs dangle over the side of the bed before pushing herself up. I'm coming, I'm coming! Charlie shouted back. No need to be an ass about it, jeez! She grumbled as her feet touched the cold floor, a chill running through her body almost instantly. Charlie hated mornings. If she had her way, she'd sleep all day and just come alive at night. Who needed the sun anyway? She let out another groan as she raked a hand through her mussy red hair. When she approached her mirror, she rubbed her face and sighed. Ugh, she looked dreadful. Another reason to hate mornings all together! Frowning, she reached for a brush and attempted to tame the wild tangles atop her head. But they weren't having it. Abandoning the brush, she poured some water into the wash basin and washed her face. The water helped in waking her up, but she still looked frightfulhair all askew and the large, oversized shirt she wore was rumpled, hanging funny over the tight shorts she wore. But they were nightclothes. Not meant to impress anyone. Then again, Tal wasn't just anyone. But Charlie wasn't about to say that out loud. Heaving a sigh, her blue eyes settled on her reflection. Well, there wasn't much to be done. Moving towards the door, Charlie flung it open and faced Tal. Her eyes finding his, she leaned against the doorframe and smirked. You bellowed?