Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 12:07:52 AM)
Not at all. Of course it's my hope to open those revelations one button at a time, until the naked truth is apparent...*pausing as he finally pulls off the road, near a copse of trees* I do hope that you don't mind a bit of a walk? It's not far, I promise.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 12:14:49 AM)
(yes he stopped the car. And my AIM says you're not on and won't send the message, but you show up as on)
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 12:15:38 AM)
Ah, he was so witty--far more than any of her other clientele, at least, which was certainly a refreshing change. "I don't mind the walk, though I'm not entirely sure my shoes will be up to it if there's too much 'nature' in the way. I didn't know we would be going for a walk." She smiled over to him before slipping out of the car and closing the door after her. Adjusting the dress briefly, she waited for him to lead the way.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 12:18:20 AM)
Well if I'd told you, then you might have dressed appropriately, and that would not be nearly as fun. Besides, then I wouldn't be able to offer you my hand to keep you from stumbling through the branches and sinkholes. Grabbing a bag, he slings it over his shoulder. Picking up a flashlight, he flicks it on, then offers his free hand to her*
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 12:29:52 AM)
"And the method behind the madness is revealed." She laughed quietly and waited for him to gather his things, shifting her purse up onto the nearly bare shoulder as she did. She looked around the area briefly, letting her eyes adjust to the darkness before slipping her hand into his when he offered it. "So how far is not far?"
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 12:36:27 AM)
Too far to drive, but not nearly until exhaustion. I'll leave us plenty of time and energy for aerobics and pointless heroics. *A small smile to himself in the darkness as they set out into the woods. Soon enough the trees have closed in on the two of them; and they cling to the sole, wavering beacon of light to keep total blackness at bay*
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 12:42:54 AM)
"Oh, well, that is certainly good to know. Aerobics and heroics are important." Her tone was slightly teasing, though she was amused. He -was- being purposefully elusive, after all. She was stepping -very- carefully through the woods, not only because she was unable to see things well, but also because she was wearing heeled sandals--not the best footwear for traversing a natural habitat, which was proven when she stumbled slightly with a muttered curse.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 12:43:58 AM)
*And likely exactly what he had in mind since he neglected to tell her to wear shoes. He catches her from falling, steadying her with an arm around her waist* Just lean on me, I'll keep you from falling down to much.
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 12:50:01 AM)
Her heart rate had increased for a moment when she had nearly lost her balance, though it was settling down as he steadied her. "Thanks." She slid her arm around him and remained close as they walked to keep from falling, which would be -entirely- embarrassing.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 12:53:03 AM)
I'd say it's only a little further but....I'd be lying. *pausing about ten to twenty minutes later; and suddenly snapping the flashlight off* In fact, we are here now. *wherever here is, seeing as how he's plunged them into complete darkness*
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 12:56:50 AM)
The sudden lack of light was jarring and difficult to adjust to--at least quickly. They weren't actually at a place, which she wasn't entirely sure about, but she was able to mask the uncertainty with a playful voice--the one she was all too accustomed to using with people. "Oh? And where is 'here', hm?" He could feel her shoulder move as she shifted her arm.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 12:59:18 AM)
Oh you know, just what I promised. Our dinner date. *A click then, and a tiny flame is illuminated as he strikes a zippo lighter and holds it up, illuminating their faces. He's closer than he was; his eyes only a few inches from hers as he all but whispers into the night* "
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 1:06:30 AM)
Given his close proximity, she kept her voice low. "Dinner in the dark in the woods? I have to admit, this -is- a first. Rather creative, I must say." The smile was there, though it did not entirely reach her eyes as there was something else in the way. Caution, perhaps?
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 1:11:42 AM)
Well, it's something at least...*grinning at her, as he quickly steps aside and tosses away the lighter. There's a splash as the lighter hits water, and then.....~WHOOSH~ Ignition. Not five feet away from them, a flame erupts out of the darkness, a small pillar of fire as the flames lick at a wooden block, well saturated with kerosen. A thin line of fire wreathes away from the bonfire, until another pillar erupts, then another.....within seconds twelve pillars of fire are lit, surrounding an onyx pool of water below them. The flames illuminate their surroundings, and Midori finds herself on a flat rock overlooking a still pool. The fiery flames dance and reflect in the onyx water, shining up at the stars that twinkle down upon them*
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 1:22:19 AM)
The initial 'whoosh' of igniting flames was certainly startling to her, though she was not so jumpy that she gasped. No, there was merely a very slight jump and her hand gripped something in her purse initially, though as the next pillar was lit, she realized what he had done here and her hand slid out of her purse to rest beside her. Slowly, she turned in a circle as she looked at the dozen pillars in awe, the brilliance of the flames dancing the light and shadow across her skin. "This must have taken you some time to set up. Or is this something you do regularly to impress women?" Dark eyes flickered over to him, the flames reflecting her usual playfulness.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 1:23:25 AM)
If I did it regularly, it'd hardly be impressive...*waving it away with a smile as he unshoulders his bag and sets it down on the rock* Haven't I told you already that I'm impressive enough? Everything else is just for fun.
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 1:28:41 AM)
"That's not true. If you did it for different women who didn't know each other, it could be equally impressive to all of them, wouldn't you say?" She smiled over to him, taking in the ambience of the area and everything he had set up. There was an odd feeling she had, but she ignored it--probably still nerves from when everything started going up in flames. "Oh, yes. You have mentioned it before, I do believe. With all that modesty, I'm not sure what I'll do with myself." She grinned over to him.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 1:31:00 AM)
Well to them maybe, but I'd certainly be far less impressed with myself... *he kneels down then and opens up the bag, beginning to pull things out of it and set them on the rock.* Take a seat. I promise that I won't try to get you naked until we're at least done eating.
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 1:36:15 AM)
"Ah, so you have to impress others -and- yourself at the same time. That's quite interesting." It was a good thing she had a good dry cleaner, because her dress was certainly going to need it! Glancing down to the ground for a moment, she tried to find the best place to sit. "This is quite the setup you have here. How did you find this place?" Finding a spot that looked like it might not get her -white- dress too dirty, she lowered herself down, using the bottom of the dress to protect her legs from the rock as she pulled them to the side.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 1:39:26 AM)
*As she glances down, she realizes he's already had a blanket in place on the rock. Amazing what a bit of foresight can do. It's a big thick one too, that goes a long way to soften the hardness of stone* If a woman is allowed her secrets, I certainly can't give away my own so easily. Don't tell me you're any different though. With your clients, you don't make small changes to satisfy yourself? Or are you just workmanlike, another face just like the rest, and every day exactly like the one before it/
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 1:49:25 AM)
Oooh, a cushy blanket! Even better. He was good, she had to give him that. Settling down onto it, she allowed herself to slip the heels off, since it was a little awkward to sit that way with them half off her feet anyway. "We all make changes for who we're with, don't we? Well, most of us, anyway. My clients are no different. They all have different likes and dislikes, desires, fantasies... I fulfill something they feel they are missing in their life, whether that is a void of some sort or a need to pretend or even just someone to talk to who they know won't spill a word of what they say. In short, yes. I do make changes to be able to enjoy what I do. If I didn't, I doubt I would be able to be in this business." It was an honest answer as any he was likely going to get.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 1:52:02 AM)
Exactly. Repetition breeds discontent and boredom. At least this way you can tell people "Not only was he drop dead gorgeous.... *a grin as he uncorks a bottle of wine* Now of course that can be filled in however you like, but at least it wasn't a steak dinner and a movie.
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 1:56:44 AM)
A laugh came at that, and she tossed her head back a little along with it. And she filled in the blank with her own words, though they were far from serious despite the mock-serious tone. "But he was creepy and took me way out into the middle of the woods. And he's a pyromaniac." She chuckled quietly after that, unable to keep a straight face for long. "Speaking of dinner, though ... what -is- for dinner?"
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 2:04:48 AM)
*grinning at her* Well I've some liver with fava beans and a nice chianti.....*he begins to hum "Goodbye Horses" as he pulls out a few covered dishes that have been carefully packed. Leave it to Anthony though, the man does have taste. He could have used tupperware, but that just wouldn't suit him. Instead he pulls out several jade porcelein dishes and sets them out on the blanket. The smell of crisped pork wafts towards her nostrils....slow-cooked and lightly fried to perfection. A platter of homemade tortillas, their heat kept in by a linen napkin. Another dish of beans with small chunks of bacon. A platter with several different cheeses, some sliced and others shredded. Avocado, already sliced and undisturbed from the trek. And of course, wine, two bottles, just enough to keep them company through the night*
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 2:13:11 AM)
"Should I start calling you Hannibal?" She grinned faintly as she watched him pull out the different dishes. Of course, rather surprised to see the kind of dishes, as well as the food he had packed. Though the surprise wasn't something that would last, he probably did things like this for a number of women, just like she serviced a number of men in whatever way pleased them. It was all a game--always a game, though she wasn't above enjoying it all. Inhaling through her nose with a slow and deep intake of breath, the scents of food were delicious. "This is quite the setup you have here."
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 2:15:13 AM)
No, when you come to my house, that's quite the setup. This is just a midnight dinner overlooking the water. A midnight swim afterwords, may or may not be optional. It depends on how drunk we get though. I figured we should go with finger food, I'm not quite sure if I trust you with a knife just yet....*his smile in place as he teases her* R
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 2:22:23 AM)
She laughed quietly at his comment about the knife. "I guess I shouldn't tell you that I carry one with me all the time, then, should I?" She grinned over to him, teasing him right back. "I don't think I've ever been for a midnight swim. Wouldn't the water be a little cold at night?" Wine, cheeses and finger foods? She could totally live with that--it all looked and smelled good.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 2:25:11 AM)
The water's a bit chilly, but bearable. Besides, movement can keep us warm. *he begins to dish up plates; a bit of meat, some cheese, a scoop of beans and slices of avocado wrapped in a warm, fresh tortilla. He hands her a plate of wrapped goodness and then fixes his own; not forgetting to fill both glasses of wine* Want to lead our toast, sweetness?
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 2:33:27 AM)
Taking the plate with a smile, she set it down beside her and reached out to take the glass, which she actually held properly--clearly, she at least knew -some- proper etiqutte. With the question, she smiled again. "Sure." She raised her glass a little and spoke again. "To the independence and freedom. The independent ability to forego traditional 'dates' and have a firelit dinner under the stars, and the freedom to have a midnight swim away from the city lights."
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 2:35:27 AM)
Independance and freedom then. Two things worth drinking to. *a clink against her glass, and then he drinks...deeply indeed, before taking a bite of dinner* At least you're not a vegetarian. Had to take a chance there, but I had quite a few witty lines ready just in case.
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 2:41:03 AM)
Glasses tapped, she pulled hers back to take a drink, though what amount she drank was not quite as much as he did. Carefully, she set the glass down so it wouldn't spill over before picking up the finger food to partake. "No, I'm certainly no vegetarian. Though, I am curious. What kind of witty retorts did you have for me if I -had- been a vegetarian?"
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 2:43:26 AM)
Oh no, if I utter them, I'd never be able to use them again. They'd be lost, the molecules of sound reverberating unto the ends of the earth.
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 2:44:51 AM)
"Oh, they wouldn't be lost. It isn't like there's anyone out here but the two of us and I promise I won't repeat them to anyone else." She took another bite of the food and, after finishing it, reached for the glass to take a rather healthy drink.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 2:48:03 AM)
But I would know, and that would make all the difference. Besides, I may get to use them on you just yet, and I'd hate to waste the opportunity.
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 2:49:40 AM)
"But I'm not a vegetarian, so ... there really would not be much of an opportunity for you to use them on me, would there?"
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 2:51:32 AM)
Nothing is mutually exclusive, love....I'm sure I can work them in when appropriate. Preferably at a time when the raw hilarity that bursts out would be potentially embarrassing to you, but there you have it.
Takahashi Midori (May 9, 2011 2:55:40 AM)
She laughed quietly before taking another sip of the wine, which was rather good. "And I'm sure you will at some point. You seem to have a way with words in that sense. So chivalrous." A grin surfaced as she teased.
Anthony S Barajas (May 9, 2011 2:58:13 AM)
Chivalry is what men like me do in order to lubricate you, so that the metaphorical penetration doesn't hurt quite as badly... Given that, perhaps you might simply consider this foreplay, it's far more pleasurable and has potential for mutual gain. *and he finishes his first glass of wine with a smile, refilling it from the bottle*
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