Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:13:04 AM)
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Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:13:44 AM)
*he arrives after getting the call and the directions. His black Ford pulls up and parks in the lot. He gets out and looks for Chiara*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:13:45 AM)
Let's pretend it's a little earlier in the day?)
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:13:51 AM)
(ok)
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:14:04 AM)
*Chiara is standing in front of two doors and spots him, giving a happy wave.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:15:09 AM)
*he waves back* Hello Miss Chiara. You needed some help?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:15:54 AM)
I was hoping you could be talked into making a delivery. Though I feel a bit guilty about using you for manual labor. Can I make it up with cake?
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:16:36 AM)
Not a fan of cake but perhaps some other way can be worked out afterwards. How can I help?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:17:14 AM)
First the boxes need to go into the car and then we drop them off. I talked some people into letting me take some of the Christmas donations down to one of the Womanspace safehouse.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:18:31 AM)
*he nods alright. Let me move my car into a better position.*he returns to his car, and changes his parking job so he can put the boxrs in the trunk easier*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:20:31 AM)
*it takes a little bit to move the boxes into his car but he does get them all in with there still being space for them both as well*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:21:11 AM)
Thank you again. *She'd have helped as best she could, though the heavier boxes were left for him. Pleased as punch, especially when they finished, her mood lighter than it had been in days.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:21:57 AM)
You're welcome. You seem happier at least. So where is this place I am driving us to?*he opens the passenger door for her*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:24:07 AM)
I feel better to be doing something constructive with my time and I thought I'd give you the directions on the way. It's in the residential neighbor behind the secondhand shops on 7th. (or so,e random address!) *Chiara murmured a thank you, climbing in. While bothering trying to look or play street, she had dressed down for tonight. A darker pink cardigan over boot cut jeans and black flats. No jewelry and her hair was swept back into a business like ponytail.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:25:25 AM)
*he moves and gets into the drivers side and he says* Alright then.*he starts drivingletting his gps help with getting them there* How about late lunch or early dinner after this?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:26:04 AM)
Let's. Any preferences? *Pausing to guide him toward a particular street.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:26:52 AM)
*he follows her directions* Not a question I should answer in truth but I am in the mood to try some mexicain.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:28:25 AM)
I'm not sure I've ever had mexican, so it should be an adventure.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:29:03 AM)
*he nods, glad she took that the way she did* Alright then mexicain it will be.*he pulls up to the place*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:29:45 AM)
Let me go in first? Otherwise, well, seeing you might alarm them. I'll be right back. *Chiara would hop out of the car, disappear inside and return a few moments later. She'd give Vasco the 'all clear' nod and move to help with the boxes.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:30:16 AM)
*he got out of his car and then started to unload the boxes after she gave the "all clear"*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:32:11 AM)
*The unloading was done in reasonably short order. Chiara would stop to say good bye to an older, grim faced woman and slip out back to the car.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:32:45 AM)
*he still openned the door for her before she got back in, then he gets in as well.* Fancy or inexpensive?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:33:03 AM)
How about whichever is better? Or your favorite.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:33:37 AM)
Fancy is usually better.....
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:33:57 AM)
I have a little cash. As you did me the favor, I think it's reasonable that I either treat or contribute.
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Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:35:15 AM)
Money isn't an issue.*he smiles to her* But if we go fancy, I'd rather be dressed for it....
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:35:52 AM)
I'm not exactly dressed up myself. I try not to when I go out. But whatever's easier?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:36:30 AM)
*She smiled in turn, having been trying to delicately discover the source of 'resistance'.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:37:44 AM)
Well I'm not dressed for it either...*he taps a few things on his gps and says* Um...ok, cheap mexicain is easier to find....let's try this place called On-the-Border....*he starts driving that way*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:40:38 AM)
You seem to be feeling better, or which I am glad.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:41:58 AM)
(for which...ugh)
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:42:22 AM)
mm, popcorn!)
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:42:54 AM)
(hehe)
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:43:04 AM)
I am, thank you. I went to the church prayed today and it helped put things in perspective. I've been selfish and it's time to move on and enjoy the beautiful day. Well, evening now.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:43:37 AM)
*he chuckles lightly* And how have you been selfish? I've not noticed that.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:46:08 AM)
*he pulls onto a different street*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:47:48 AM)
*She let out a breath and leaned back against the seat, considering the road ahead and after a moment, him.* I wanted something that wasn't mine to want.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:48:45 AM)
What was that? Just becuase you want something doesn't make you selfish. It only means you have desires like everyone else.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:49:09 AM)
'Do not covet' is one of the commandments for a reason. It rarely leads to anything good.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:49:46 AM)
It's do not covet thy neighbor's wife.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:51:14 AM)
Among other things, yes.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:51:44 AM)
That's the actual commandment.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:53:53 AM)
I mean that I believe the heart of it is intended for more things than wives.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:54:29 AM)
Granted, it was meant for both men and women.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:54:29 AM)
Were you there for the discussion? *Quiet, but calm now.8
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:54:37 AM)
No I wasn't.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:55:05 AM)
I'm debating if would unkind to use you for a listening ear or simpler.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 3:56:48 AM)
You can use me for a sounding board. nothing anyone tells me leaves my mouth save to the one who told me.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 3:59:05 AM)
I just don't want to take advantage of that kindness. *The smile faintly rueful this time.* The short version is that Aldo, Bibiana's former fiance, had feelings for me and was not.. altogether shy in expressing that. I was not as immune as I'd like to be, though it didn't lead to an actual affair. It was a part, I don't know much of one, in unraveling t heir marriage, I think. I realize the blame is far from being solely mine, but I'm ashamed of my part and failing her when I did.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:03:31 AM)
You didn't fail anyone. marriages don't always work out and have fallen apart, even with in our family.*he arriaves at On the Border and he parks his car. He looks to her for a moment* Just becuase you have these feelings doesn't mean you have to act on them. It is the act that is more harmful than the thought. You may not realize this, but given that i am a bodyguard, I have taken four lives in defense of the Family.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:06:27 AM)
i did, despite your generosity. I should have cut him more quickly and harshly. I do realize that between the choice of dwelling it and giving it to God and moving on, well.. I've chosen the second. All I can do is move on and try to be better. *She would pause when he glanced to her, taking in a moment to absorb that.* A soldier has a difficult task.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:07:49 AM)
Yes it is as one of the commandmants is Thou shall not kill.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:08:03 AM)
Shall we eat?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:11:21 AM)
*Chiara nodded, stepping out of the car.* I think God understands, Vasco. Even the men of God didn't let enemies come and take what was their's without a fight.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:12:14 AM)
*he gets out of the car* He is a forgiving Lord as long as you ask for forgiviness. *he heads to teh door of the place and opens it for her*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:12:52 AM)
*That wins him a sudden, grateful smile. Chiara murmuring a thank you as she stepped inside.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:14:01 AM)
You're welcome.*he moves inside behind her and motions to the hostess for a booth for 2. A minute later they are lead to a booth and he sits down across from her. He starts to look at the menu*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:14:43 AM)
*Chiara follows suit, inspecting it curiously.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:16:58 AM)
*he orders the a three enchilada meal and a Dr. Pepper. he then starts in on the chips and salsa*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:17:30 AM)
*Chiara inspects that, asks for suggestions and ends up trying a platter with two or three different options.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:17:58 AM)
*after their server leaves he looks to her* So, what is it then you will do no?
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:18:29 AM)
(no=now)
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:19:48 AM)
There isn't much to do at the moment. I'm not going to make guesses on what Aldo will or will not do at this point. If he makes an offer I'll consider it, but I won't be his whore, even if I care for him. In the meantime, I have my life to get on with and good to do.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:21:25 AM)
*he nods* If anyone is to be such of the family here, unfortunately it is me, due to our status within the Family. Still, moving on is good. Hopefully you'll find someone you can care for and be with.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:24:49 AM)
..I would hope they wouldn't treat you like that, status or not. *She blinked, smile quickly fading.* I'm hoping it will end well and planning to handle it gracefully regardless.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:25:39 AM)
*he chuckles lightly* you have no idea about the Putanesca do you? *he smiles to her gently then says* You will handle it with grace and gentle.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:28:15 AM)
Not.. much? Nonna chose Padua because it was quieter and apart from the main family. I would just.. I hope the Signores would be better than that, whether to you or the rest of us. *Quietly, glancing off into the restaurant as s he worked that uncomfortable thought over and back to him. The smile was more sober now, but calm.* I'll do my best.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:31:08 AM)
*he reaches over and pats her hand gently. He switches to italian* Let me just say this then so you have a bit of an understanding. Our name means "of the whore"....and the Giovanni uses our family as thugs and security for the most part. It's what we do, who we are, it's apart of us. We have a temper that has no rival and we are a blunt instrument when needed. Granted, a few of us, like me aspire to more, but it's not common.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:36:38 AM)
*Chiara watched attentively, the gaze steady though not quite crossing over into a stare. She would switch to Italian as he did.* I'm not good at being a snob, I'm afraid. I want you have better, if you want it.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:38:42 AM)
*he smiles as he remains in italian for now* And for that, I thank you. It is rare for one to be such to some degree. I should alos be inclined to tell you something but it is best left alone.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:39:04 AM)
*and their food arrives. Vas thanks the server and starts in on his food*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:42:08 AM)
The lack of snobbery or higher aspirations? *She smiled back, if still somewhat serious. Chiara would add her thanks to Vasco's and eye the foreign looking food on her plate. A moment of inspection, then she would cautiously dip a chip into salsa.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:43:58 AM)
mmmm...this is rather good...different than our usual faire. *he then looks to her for a moment and replies after a few bites of food* For both. Though I still know my place in the hierarchy of the family.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:46:06 AM)
It's so.. different. Good, just different. *Foreign, with hotter spaces instead of the inspect cheese, basil and other familiar tastes. Chiara went far more slowly over hers, testing out first the salsa, then some sort of fajita.* Do you think there is room within that place for some happiness, all the same?
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:50:02 AM)
There is room if I can find someone willing to be there, but I am the only Putanesca here, thus it makes things difficult. *he eats a few bites more, enjoying the beef in a rolled tortilla with the enchillada sauce* My place is fairly set. I'm not first-blooded thus I have no right to try and have a Giovanni wife. Nor to even sleep with one.*he sips his drink and looks away for a minute after dsaying that*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:52:52 AM)
*Chiara nodded slowly, taking her time with the bite of fajita to give them both a moment as she considered how to best tackle that statement.* It may change in time, think of how fast the family has grown even in a month? I know being patient is hard from my own experience.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:55:25 AM)
*he shrugs and eats a bit more, half his plate of food already gone. he then says* it may, it may not. The family has grown yes, but I've seen only first-blooded family here. I'm the only second-blodded so my chances aren't good.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:57:14 AM)
Give it a little time? It will prove me right or wrong and it's impossible to see how things may change even in a few months.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:58:05 AM)
*he shrugs* Time is all I have right now in those prospects...it's not like...*he doesn't finish that statement and he eats in silence for a moment*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 4:58:39 AM)
..I wish I knew to have something helpful to say here. *Quietly.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 4:59:41 AM)
*he smiles to her* Nothing you can say, but I appreicate the thought. *he finishes off his plate and sips his drink for the moment*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:00:24 AM)
I'll pray for you. It can't hurt and might even help.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:01:52 AM)
Pray for those who need it more than I....I will survive.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:02:27 AM)
I already do.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:02:46 AM)
It won't stop me from adding you to the list.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:02:51 AM)
(*starts singing http://www.fatalwoman.com/leather-lace-corselet.html *)
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:02:58 AM)
(ack wrong thing)
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:03:24 AM)
( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBR2G-iI3-I try that)
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:04:56 AM)
*he nods* Thank you.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:04:58 AM)
*lol* )
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:05:30 AM)
(sometimes a friend sends me link and clicking doesn't work right so I c&p it)
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:05:56 AM)
all good. And nothing wrong with lingerie. :) )
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:06:04 AM)
(very true)
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:07:13 AM)
Dessert?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:08:19 AM)
I shouldn't, but I -am- curious about this fried ice cream t hing..
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:08:35 AM)
We'll get one and split it...is that ok?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:08:58 AM)
Yes. Especially as I doubt I can eat half of it.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:11:11 AM)
*he nods and orders them one with two spoons. once it is brought out he lets her eat what she wants first* ll i know is that right now, with the way things look, I will be lonely for a while.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:13:29 AM)
*She'd ask for a second plate, feeling self-concious!* True. I can't fix that, though company is.. *A pause to considier both decorum and clarity.* I'm glad to be company when it's appropriate.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:15:30 AM)
*he chuckles lightly and then says* So, hopethicatally speaking, if I offered the use of my hot tub, for what it is, a good way to relax, and to be hopefully good conversation with a drink or two and some snacks...would that be considered appropriate?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:16:49 AM)
Alone or as in something similiar to the pool party of the other day?
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:17:02 AM)
Either or.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:18:12 AM)
If alone, I would be a little more cautious, but open with the understanding that I'm not in a position to give something to anyone beyond friendship right now. A pool party, yes, I'd give it a try.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:19:05 AM)
Like I stated before, i'm not foolish enough to try and go beyond my place in the hierarchy in such a manner.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:19:25 AM)
Though my hot tub only seats six. No pool.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:20:00 AM)
I don't mind to sound arrogant or insulting. I've just mis-stepped already and don't wish to do it again. But yes, that sounds wonderful then.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:21:00 AM)
On the off chance anything did happen, they'd blame me before you. And I would take the blame to keep your honor from being besmirched.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:21:54 AM)
Besides, arranged marriages rarely work. Most of those in them in the family cheat on their spouses anyways.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:22:50 AM)
I'd rather aviod it altogether, though I do appreciate the chivalry. You've been very kind.. *She trailed off with a sign at that, poking at her share of the ice cream.* I know. It's not uncommon. I just don't feel I could take my vows before God and do that.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:23:37 AM)
Then you have little to fear from me anyways.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:24:29 AM)
..I don't appreciate that enough. *Muttered, the closest thing to sarcasm he'd heard from her, though it didn't quite cross over into catty.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:25:47 AM)
*he teases her slightly as he says* Ah how true that is...alas, how ever would you repay me for such?*he grins, hope she gets the meaning and that he's joking about it*
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:27:19 AM)
I offered cake, but -you- turned it down. *With a mock prim shake of her head, the emerging smile betraying her.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:27:48 AM)
*he laughs lightly and says* but I'm more of a pie person than cake.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:28:56 AM)
I can make pie. Italian specifically, but I can learn the American style.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:29:15 AM)
Hey, I'm Sicilian, Italian pies are prefered.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:31:30 AM)
Italian it is then. Thank you again, but the way. This was a nice way to end the day.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:32:02 AM)
*he bows to her, motions for the check and he pays without even asking for help then he looks to her* You're most welcome.
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:32:53 AM)
I thought I was supposed to treat you. *Chiara was amused though, having suspected he'd 'fight' her on that one.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:33:45 AM)
Blame my mother for this. She always said no matter what, you treat the lady, otehrwise i'll find you and kick your ass.....
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:34:23 AM)
*She laughed, genuinely, though the soft sound faded after a moment.* I have a feeling Nonna and your mother almost would have gotten along.
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:35:29 AM)
Probably. Shall we?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:36:38 AM)
*She nodded and stood, following him out.*
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:37:06 AM)
*and out to his car. he opens the door for her of course before getting in himself* So where can I take you now?
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:39:15 AM)
The manor, I suppose. It's a bit late for a pool party. Though I'm glad to come another die. (I.e. I'm sleeping at some point, though I had a lot of fun.)
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:39:46 AM)
(same if you want to head to bed, no problem, otherwise, the manor it is)
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:40:38 AM)
manor with the knowledge I vanish reasonably soon. :) )
Vasco Putanesca (Jan 6, 2011 5:40:44 AM)
(np)
Chiara Giovanni (Jan 6, 2011 5:40:48 AM)
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