Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 6:51:59 PM)
(This user has entered Ais' Place) (IP = 68.53.135.79)
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 6:52:26 PM)
(okay, description will take me a few, bear with me)
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 6:52:39 PM)
(( take your time. ))
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 6:58:18 PM)
::The house and the land it sat on was spacious, there appeared to be a -very- large backyard, a basement, and a garage. The home itself was neatly kept up, everything in good repair and neat. Her tastes tended towards simple, yet elegant, and the yard... was a thing of obscene beauty, any gardener's or landscapers wet dream heaven. The lawn was lush and green, soft as any carpet could be. The trees were ornamental and decorative, flowers blooming happily. It appeared she had a small stream.. possibly natural, possibly manmade weaving in and out of her lands, appearing to come from the back, little river stones accenting the stream. Flowering plants and bushes were vibrant, healthy, and despite the likelihood of them not being suited for this climate, were thriving. Not so much as a dead leaf could be seen. It was breathtaking to behold, and likely the envy of her neighbors and gardening clubs alike. The absolute love and dedication could almost be felt as he walked towards the door::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:00:36 PM)
*HE stopped his bike at the street, looking out and whistling apreciativly. He walks up to the door, feeling very out of place in an area so peacefull, so well maintained. He reaches the door and knocks quietly, almost afraid to break teh silence*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:03:50 PM)
::he could see into the garage, her car parked inside. On the other side, is a -giant- collection of gardening tools. Very neatly arranged. A huuuuge shelf of what appears to be homemade preserves, canning, and pickled things, for half of it... the other half, are bundles of dried leaves/plants, as well as small stone and metal pots of ... something. All varied. He can barely hear the sound of lightly splashing or trickling water from... somewhere. Soft footsteps from behind the door, and she opened it, looking the same as earlier, minus flip flops. She smiled softly:: Hi Alex... please come in...
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:04:40 PM)
*he looks down and shakes his head smiling* Thanks for having me over. *he looks up to her* It means a lot that you would do this for me.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:06:31 PM)
::she tilts her head, stepping aside to welcome him in:: You're welcome in my home... but.. why wouldn't I help you?
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:08:31 PM)
*he steps inside* Because I'm almost forty, and haven't figured out how to interact with people. At some point, I am either going to figure this out, or someone is going to write me off and do to me whatever gets done to old weapons systems. I mean, I hate dealing with the teenage angst as a grown man. *he smiles and laughs a bit, slipping his shoes off since she is barefoot in her home*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:12:28 PM)
::she shakes her head:: I avoid it as much as possible. ::closing the door behind him, her home was comfortably cool. Hardwood floors, lots of skylights, letting in lots of light... or offering a lovely view of the moon and stars at night. A comfortable, and not crazy, amount of plants in her home, each was a most impressive work of art, delicate orchids seemed a theme. Leather couches, a few thick rugs, her home was reflected on the outside, as the inside, simple, yet elegant. Her laptop was open on the marble coffee table, and she had a few files out, some books. Possible research:: Can I get you anything?
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:14:02 PM)
*he takes in the wonderous beauty of her place and feels almost fataly ashamed of his place after seeing this* Yeah, a deep hole to crawl in after knowing you saw where I live.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:18:20 PM)
::she pauses, looking to his and she shakes her head. Pausing a moment, her fingers rising and gently touching against his jaw:: Don't... I'm... more obsessed than I should be. ::this home radiates the serene calm that she herself does, peace, tranquility, and protection. He could feel the wards around her home.... they weren't to mess with. Ever. :: Be proud of what you have... it is yours. I make no judgements on your home... something to drink?
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:19:45 PM)
*despite himself he sighs happily when she touches his jaw* I could go for some water. I couldn't help noticing the beautiful little water feature, did you do that, or was that here, or was that here and you spruced it up?
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:22:43 PM)
I found the spring beneath, I simply coaxed it up a bit. ::her touch was light, but mildly affectionate, fingers sliding off him after a moment, as she heads for the kitchen, letting him follow as he likes.:: The decoration I did... but tried to keep the path natural...
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:24:35 PM)
*he follows her respectfully* A spring, huh? Deep enough to soak feet in, or is this a serious look but don't touch policy on your yard. I can understand not wanting a big mook like me wandering about outside.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:27:04 PM)
::the basement door is open, the stairs leading into somewhere with minimal light. He thought he could hear rustling... maybe of leaves. The kitchen is a gourmet one, but.... has very little food visible... in fact. Almost none. As a note, her house is impossibly neat, and clean. Getting into the fridge, she got two bottles of water, handing one to him, then smiling softly:: If you wish to explore... please do. Roam as you like...
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:28:26 PM)
*he takes the bottle of water from her* Less about exploring, and more about... well, it seems easier to think when you butt is on a nice peice of dirt and water is bubbling near by. In the war a little stream back in my home town was my favorite place to visit on shore leave simulations.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:30:01 PM)
::she nods him towards two glass French doors, leading to a decorated deck:: Lead the way... ::she smiles a bit, and looks down the basement a moment, speaking softly in Gaelic, before moving behind him, ready to follow::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:31:30 PM)
I take it the basement is where you keep the giant venus flytraps you feed batman to? *he heads out across the deck and as soon as his bare feet toch well cared for natural earth it's like the aura around him almost completely disappears. He moves slowly, letting his feet almost caress the grass as he heads towards the spring and a lazy pace*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:38:44 PM)
::she smiles:: Something... like that. ::and he realized that he was feeling faint whispers of pure, replenishing, energizing Life, emanating from that basement. It was like feeling the sun after decades of snow. As they walked outside, the grass felt lush and soft against his feet, the perfect height for grass, comfortable, and the earth is well-turned and ready to nourish anything that touches it. The spring is surrounded and she appears to have created a waterfall, the water spilling from natural stone, surrounded by foliage, it appeared incredibly organic, as though Ais had built her home around the waterfall, versus her own handywork. The backyard was extensive, he can see a chicken coop in the back, large fat chickens and a huuuuuge rooster were roaming, pecking around. She had transformed the backyard into a veritable oasis, fruit trees available. The sounds of the city were gone, and there were very tall trees and shrubs to keep prying eyes away, despite the size of her grounds, she was still wanting
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:39:17 PM)
privacy. As she passed through behind him, leaves, foliage almost seemed to reach to brush her body, wanting to be near her::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:41:52 PM)
Wow... It's so... perfect. Like I could jsut lay down my sword and shield here, and feel my wounds close as I sit. *He moves to be near the water fall, sitting down on teh good fruitful earth, rolling up the legs of his pants before putting hsi feet in the water and flopping back to look up at the sky* Dark Father, a perfect respite.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:45:49 PM)
::the water is clear and chill, but so pure and clear, he can see the pebbles at the bottom. Lily pads floating gently on the surface, a few fish slowly roaming in the water, one coming to nibble his toes gently. Ais let her fingers caress the foliage as she passed, as though greeting her children, and the garden seemed to respond, exuding the same feelings as their mistress. She sat down, lying on the grass, comfortably:: If it pleases you so... you may come back here, if you need such respite. ::the offer was not given lightly::
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:47:31 PM)
(no doubts... that water is fit for drinking)
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:49:08 PM)
I will take you up on that only when my own coping skills are at their limits. *he chuckles as a fish nibbles his toes and he just seems like he could sink into the earth* Like the forests of Mogo...*he smiles* Oh... man. So, how much did Dempsy explain to you?
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:51:47 PM)
Or... we can see if meditation and focus helps you... it might help you with some of the more... intense and nagging... issues. I... I admit to being drawn here, when I need to think. ::said quietly, and she continues to speak softly:: He said that Adom thinks that her 'wife' is Dempsy... and that despite having strong emotions for you, and you for her, they won't let that go.... despite Dempsy being with Ceilidh now.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:53:37 PM)
(Adom won't let that go*)
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:54:14 PM)
He said that you said you were "okay" with that... but both I and he feel you're lying. Badly.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:54:24 PM)
And I wouldn't ask her to. I just... didn't know about it before Dempsy sort of encouraged my to
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 7:55:14 PM)
encouraged me to persue her. And ... I am ok with that for them. It jsut, kinda drives home this nagging fear I've had for awhile about how after teh war, I jsut... don't fit in anywhere or with anyone any more.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 7:56:47 PM)
::and.... she eyed him, frowning a bit as he said that, her vibrant green eyes were watching him, eyes flashing, a storm rising behind them::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 8:01:23 PM)
*he's not really seeing the storm, but he feels it rising in her eyes, he's just so peacefull here, and of the opinion that if Ais feels he diserves being stormed at, he probably does.*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 8:07:52 PM)
::the garden... was feeling her ire as well... the peacefulness fading from the area, and now a serious sense of impending doom... the unavoidable kind... looming.... as she reads him.... it took a few moments, before the area began to calm down again... as did she, nodding, and letting out a breath:: I don't... think that's the problem, Alex. I don't... tend to fit in with people.. a lot of the time.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 8:09:18 PM)
Then what is the problem? *he props up on an elbow, honestly curious, if he is working to solve the wrong problem that is wasted effort, and he would much rather get better*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 8:12:08 PM)
It's... going to be retraining yourself. It's not that you don't belong, it's that you're looking in the wrong place. ::rolling over onto her stomach, fingertips playing with the blades of grass:: For example, I think you and Izzy would be friends... if you both can get past the protective issues. ::eyes daring to look to him:: You... are so trained, and it's so engrained in you to protect, protect, kill, hurt... and while there are most assuredly places and roles for such, You.... are going to have to let people get closer. Without that threat of harm.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 8:15:41 PM)
I'm... thinking that... you're going to need to practice. You... cannot expect to master something...after a few weeks of making attempts. ::she reaches her hand and squeezes one of his:: You must practice.... and then practice again. If it's something you desire, then you must keep trying... and learn from mistakes.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 8:17:45 PM)
*he nods, and she can feel his body's many and varried reactions to her taking his hand. He gives it a squeeze and doesn't imediatly let go of it* It took me months to become a weapon, but I've been trying for years to dull the edge. I wish it were easier to undo this. Do you have any sugestions for specific things I should be doing? Help me not waste energy in this process? I really want to be well again. *And he fights back the tears welling in his eyes at those last words*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 8:29:59 PM)
::her fingers are a bit cool, but gentle, and she nods, allowing her fingers to rest in his for the time being.:: It doesn't take long to cause the damage... but it can take a lifetime to fix. And we will... I am.. not the same person I was... nor even, the same person I was 3 years ago. The beauty of our lives, is we can transform... ourselves, our surroundings. ::speaking softly:: I... you just... need to keep trying. Try not to be so.... defensive, so martial... around the others. They are, more than likely, not threatening you, or others. Some of them... are idiots. I'll agree with that. ::she smiles softly, and balancing on her elbow, she reached, her thumb brushing shimmering eyes with a featherlight touch:: You will be... we'll work on it.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 8:33:31 PM)
*he leans into her touch letting teh tears come. This is like sacrament to him, the touch of the devine femine, forgiving the warrior and leading him back to the path of peace* I will try. *he laughs when she says some of them are idiots* It means so much to me that you are here for me. *he takes several deep breaths and reaches out tenativly to touch her face with the lightest brush of the pads of his calloused fingers, as if he were afraid to break what ever dream this is where such an obvious aspect of the Goddess would come to him*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 8:42:52 PM)
::her touch is soft, fingers delicately brushing aside his tears, as though they didn't exist. Her touch was warming up a bit, not quite as cool, and she smiles a bit:: Some of them, really are. I speak but truth. ::a faint blush at her cheeks:: It is... my duty. ::she pauses a moment, watching him, before she allows the contact. Her skin is flawless, like stroking soft porcelain, and a bit warmer now. She remained still for the moment::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 8:46:16 PM)
*he seems to draw peace from touching her, but like the starting of some dormant reactor, the peace he is feeling outstrips what he is drawing. He feels the magic around her and looks to the flower in her hair* I guess we both have changed a lot from how we entered this world. *he is so very respectfull as he touches her, focusing on her cheek and down to her jaw, clearly avoiding coming close to her lips*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 8:50:47 PM)
::Delicate bone structure, and she seems so comfortable in her skin, while she may have experimented, she likely appears the way she naturally is, no enhancements... that aren't necessary, versus vanity. Her skin remains flawless, anywhere he can see it, almost poreless. She breathes out, lightly, this close, he can smell the light but exotic scent of that delicate flower. It looked perfect, as though just plucked:: I have changed.... and grown... and transformed. ::said quietly::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 8:52:58 PM)
Yes, but you have become more alive. More beautiful, a more perfect reflection of the Mother. I have changed and transformed in a different direction. But you give me hope that I might become more like you. *he breathes in her flowerscent* You smell so... exotic, I can't place it.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 8:54:46 PM)
I would be very surprised if you could place it. And... my form is how I am... not... how I was. ::she pauses, shaking her head, with a rueful smile:: You don't want to be like me... ::her voice was quiet, a soft gentleness coming over the garden::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 8:59:53 PM)
*he looks up to her, and his eyes show their age and the horrors he saw in war. but she can seem them crumbling as he rests here with her* I just want to feel safe again. And I want to feel like I'm a part of something bigger than me again. I miss my old coven from before the war, and I am worried by the words from the snake. i have to find Jill, and get teh water. Brekaing my crown sounds really unpleasant.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:04:46 PM)
::she watches his walls crumble, and for a moment feels a surge of envy, before it recedes again, and she nods:: I know... and this... isn't exactly a quiet town to do that in. You are a part of it, for better or worse, you are a part of us now. ::she pauses and she shakes her head:: I miss ...my cabal. I miss them... more than I can properly put into words. But... again... transformation. You must find new friends, new people to work with. The words from the snake.... I am still digesting my own. Do not panic, Alex... do not let yourself be consumed by those words... Learn from them, Understand them... do not... let them break you.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:07:35 PM)
If I fall and berak my crown, will you light my pyre? *hsi voice is small and hoepful. To be sent off by a Priestess as potent as she would be a great honor*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:07:54 PM)
(okay, ooc, I just died laughing)
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:08:55 PM)
(( why? ))
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:08:58 PM)
::she takes a breath and nods:: If I cannot piece it together, you will return by fire. A warrior's celebration. ::quietly making the promise::
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:09:07 PM)
(I read "light my fire" at first)
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:10:11 PM)
*he smiles at that* Thank you. *as she makes the rpomise somethign really weird happens to all his vitals that she is monitoring. It's almost like he's in a deep medatative state but fully alert.*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:13:41 PM)
(... I can't get the Doors song out of my head now)
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:14:06 PM)
(( Gonna set the world on PYRE! ))
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:14:20 PM)
::she ... raises a brow, and her fingers move over his palm, as though trying to center on his new reaction... a new puzzle::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:16:17 PM)
*He lets her touch him and she can feel the peace inside him. This is more like the state he was meant to be in, one at peace, one ready, but tranquill. LIke an aspect of the Dark father. The chemical reactiosn that she usually notes when she touches him happen, but only briefly and return to baseline*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:20:33 PM)
::she nods and smiles faintly, sliding her hand from his, brushing a lock of hair from his forehead before she speaks:: Rest here for a bit.. I need to tend to some things. You're safe here. ::her voice was soft, encouraging, and her hand gently pushed his shoulder, to encourage him to lie down on the grass::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:21:54 PM)
*As she bids, he obeys, laying out, staring itno space and feeling the web of life around him. He begins singing softly* Years grow shorter, not longer/ the more you've been on your own/ your feelings for movin' grow stronger/ till you wonder why you ever go home?
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:25:37 PM)
::connected with her lands, the sense of peace and contentment suffuse the area, a feeling of safe haven. It's not even noticeable when she slips towards the house, on silent feet, leaving him to rest and rejuvenate himself::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:27:05 PM)
*he is going to lay there and rest untill such a time as she comes to get him or some disaster shakes him from her reverie. He is content laying here in her surogate embrace*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:29:22 PM)
::it was a bit cooler, the stars already making an appearance in the twilight sky before she returned, as silently as she left. She seemed, less tired or worn since he saw saw her, and she was carrying a small tray with her. Setting it down next to him quietly, she knelt next to the spring, gently sprinkling a few fish pellets for them::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:30:49 PM)
*When she returns, he is still that much at peace and he looks up to her, his eyes tracing from her feet up to her face*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:41:42 PM)
::still in her same clothing from before, her feet are smaller than they probably should be, no hint of the greenish tinge he thought he saw before. Long legs encased in denim were shapely, from what he could tell. Hips were curved well, and her behind was high and tight. Her waist was slender, and her bust generous, without being too much. Shoulders and arms were well-developed, but undeniably feminine. Her hands were delicate, fingers long and tapered, artist's fingers. Her profile was the same as always, long hair down, the ends trailing at the lower portion of her back, the strands were glossy, catching what little light there was. She moved with a quiet grace, an elegance, and with the confidence of someone comfortable in her own skin::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:42:32 PM)
*softly* You are a vision. When the Goddess handed out beauty, she gave you two shares.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:45:06 PM)
::she looked over, grateful for the darkening twilight as she blushed pink at the compliment, and she spoke softly, her voice slightly hoarse:: You're awake...
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:45:43 PM)
I've been awake the whole time. THough, I have to ask, why does it embarass you when I mention something that must be so obvious to you?
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:46:32 PM)
::quietly:: I am... unused to compliments.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:47:17 PM)
I see what you mean abotu people here being fools then. You should be complimented frequently, by someone who knows how. *his Tennessee Drawl becoming a bit more aparent*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:52:46 PM)
:she flushed a bit more pink at her cheeks, before she smiles softly:: There are currently no volunteers for such... ::said with quiet tones::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:54:16 PM)
really? I find that as hard to belive as the science of economics. *There is a confidence in him. a fearlessness, and not the suicidal fearlessness you had seen before, this was courage and conviction*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:55:33 PM)
::she shakes her head:: It is true enough. ::raising her brow as she feels such a change, sitting back on her heels, balancing well, as she watches him a moment::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:56:15 PM)
I figued you would have a line of unwanted suitors long enough to be seen from orbit.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 9:56:48 PM)
::she smirks, and tilts her head, as though this idea was rather foreign:: Why.. would you think such?
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 9:58:01 PM)
Because you are a young and atractive woman. You radiate this aura of fertility that is like a siren song. And after seeing what some guys were giving beads to recently... you win hands down.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:00:00 PM)
::and the blush remained on her cheeks, and even darkened:: It is those who are awakened that can... sense.. my aura. ::she pauses, as though about to say something, then, seems to change her mind, letting out a breath:: I am... too far gone... to have romantic attraction to a... an unawakened person. There are no awakened males who have an interest in me here.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:00:41 PM)
None? *he says it simply*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:01:07 PM)
::she pauses:: None that I am aware of. ::choosing her answer carefully::
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:01:28 PM)
And none that have made themselves known ...
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:02:26 PM)
*he nods* Perhaps there are some, but they feel you are too far above them, like the wax and wane of the moon itself.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:05:14 PM)
I cannot change such... and to be honest... if a man is not brave enough to approach me, despite... what I can do... then how can I expect him to accept me as I am? ::said softly:: I am... not.... ::pausing:: unattainable.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:06:25 PM)
Then, on behalf of us mere mortals who feel the tidal pull of your beauty, let me say that you are a vision. *he smiles to her* WHy don't you sit with me. There is somethign I have wanted to do since I met you.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:07:54 PM)
Mere mortals? ::a smile touching her lips:: Are you not awakened? ::she paused a moment, watching him for that second, before she sat back into the grass, long legs tucked next to her, as she raised a brow::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:08:56 PM)
*he moves to sit behind her* I am awakened, but I am mortal. *he runs his fingers slowly through her silken hair, combing it out with his calloused hands for a good minute before he starts to seperate her hair into three portions*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:10:41 PM)
(perception/alert)
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:11:12 PM)
(( 3 sux ))
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:11:28 PM)
(kk, gimme a second, second post will have your sux)
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:13:53 PM)
::she sat still, and when she felt him touching her hair, she paused, stiffening a moment, before she relaxed, the moment after. Her hair is untangled and perfectly smooth, healthy strands of fine hair. While it was fine, there was a lot of it, it seemed to be mostly straight, but having a tendency to curl slightly at the ends. She remained still, closing her eyes rather than staring straight ahead::
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:17:55 PM)
::and as he pulled her hair from her left ear, the flower, as nothing was in her hair to pin it in, should have fallen out. And it didn't. It remained where it was. As he moved her hair a bit more, he could see the slender stem of the flower, following the delicate curve behind her ear.. and there was no end, instead it disappeared into the skin::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:18:32 PM)
*wiht slow and carefull hands he begins braiding ehr long and luxurious locks. he smiles warmly, breathing in her unique floral scent. This close to her he smells clean of earth and hard work, and very male. His hands move slowly and carefully caressing every inch of her hair as he slowly braids it from the crown of her head down to the tips that want to curl up* My... I have heard it said that women blossom.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:22:09 PM)
::the scent, while unique, seemed to fit her, it blended with her natural scent flawlessly, and she breathed out, inhaling silently as she did, eyes remaining closed. He could feel her tense up a little, as he mentioned it, before she deliberately forced her muscles to relax again:: And so we do... ::said softly::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:24:09 PM)
You accept me as a broken weapon in search of someoen to weild it on a path of redemption. I can accept you for what you are. It would be less than civilized to do otherwise.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:24:17 PM)
*there is no judment in his voice*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:25:50 PM)
::she continues inhaling softly, silently, eyes closed, as she speaks, posture perfect as she lets him work, though she's leaning back juuuuuuust slightly:: It is a gift, from my familiar.. it is not.. of my making. ::said quietly::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:27:14 PM)
*he finshes her braid and having nothign to tie it off with he undoes a few links, slips his Green Lanter ring off and uses it to bind the braid* It is as lovely as you are. *the turbulence in his aura is gone right now, no creepy vibes, just adamant will and courage dripping from his very soul*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:30:53 PM)
::she continued to breathe in slowly... out... just as slowly, her breath so even, controlled. :: He did so well... he did it with such care, when we bonded. ::and glad she faced away, her face enflamed::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:32:10 PM)
The great rite, or something simmilar. One of these days I may understand that mystery. *once her hair was braided he let his calloused fingers trace the side of her neck soflty* Thank you for letting me braid your hair. I have always wanted to do that.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:34:41 PM)
::she nods:: It was... beautiful. I was honored to take part. ::speaking so serenely, the skin of her neck was impossibly soft, and she seemed so outwardly calm and unflustered, that it was almost a shock as his fingers felt the pulse on her neck, thumping thickly, faster than her stance indicated it should:: You're welcome... it has been a long time since someone other than myself has done such.
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:36:55 PM)
I'm also hell on wheels at massage. * hint of inuendo in his voice* Why does your heart race, My Queen? Has it been so long since a Son of the Father was this near to you? Should I give you the oportunity to fly before me, or do you fear that will spark somethign in me, a desire to persue that which runs?
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:41:08 PM)
::a soft smile:: Is that a request.... ? ::she pauses, having forgotten that it was nigh-impossible to hide your reactions.. when you weren't paying enough attention to such. She inhales softly, face burning, pleased for the coolness of the night as it descended lightly:: It has been ... longer than I realized. And I do not flee.. ::the last said with certainty, she would meet anything that pursued her with equal ferocity, be it harmful or pleasurable... she didn't run. ::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:42:57 PM)
Aislinn, I want to give you a taste of the solace you have given me tongiht. I want to let my hands find the tension in your body and... *whispered into her ear, letting his lips brush the little flower* Release it.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:48:47 PM)
::Wow.... she was tempted to flee, but knew she couldn't. Fleeing sounded safer... the flower's scent this close was alluring, and she shivered, almost imperceptibly, save his hands could feel it. She paused, before she spoke quietly, still facing forward, she breathed out:: I.... am able to do .... that .... on my own. ::it wasn't a no... not quite a protest, statement of fact?::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:51:18 PM)
I am sure you can, but Lord and Lady, God and Goddess always move in pairs. mesides, even for you there must be some spots that are hard to reach? the small of your back? the middle of the back of your thighs... Besides, despite the fact that I can feel you inside my head, you always can anticiapte your own touch. Not so with mine.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 10:56:16 PM)
::hands sliding to the small of her back, before she drew her knees up in front of her, hands sliding to the middle of her thighs, on the back, but she recrossed her legs, as she breathed out, then nodded. As she nodded, he could feel her presence within him dwindling, reducing... disappearing? again, leaving that emptiness::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 10:59:42 PM)
*he feels her receeding from his mind and reaches out to put his strong hand on the small of her back, runnign fingers up along oner spine an inch to the side of it on either side* Now tell me it feels the same.
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 11:02:14 PM)
::a soft smile, keeping her head faced away from him:: It does not, but I anticipated such... ::her tone teasing a little as she let him work, letting out a soft, and barely audible breath::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 11:04:15 PM)
*his strong hands explore her perfect musculature, probing every spot that tension could possibly collect. he hears her breathing and focus on her back and shoulders and neck. The power and strength and controll in his hands comes from years of practice at this, and while he may never have touched her body, he knows anatomyvery well*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 11:07:40 PM)
::for the most part, she is limber, and her body is well-stretched, well-worked. Her breathing is deep and silent for now, and she allowed him access to touch her. Her body didn't tense up again, nor did she seem to flinch as he did. As she was faced away from him, he couldn't see her lips part slightly, eyes closing once more::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 11:09:11 PM)
*with gentl hand on her shoulders he guides her to lay down on her stomach, and then works her back slowly, an inch down from the nape of her neck and all the way across in slow, precise motions. he is mindfull of her back, carefull when he reaches brastraps if he finds them*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 11:14:41 PM)
::she accepts the request, and moves to shift, lying on her stomach as she brings her hands up, to lie her head on them, chin moved so her face is still blocked from view. Beneath the thin fabric of her t-shirt, he finds none, only more fabric and warmed skin below::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 11:16:59 PM)
*working his way down her gracefull and elegant back he stops before he reaches the uplifted curve of her buttocks, slipping his fingers slowly under the hem of he r shirt before working back up her spine in langorous sensuality*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 11:21:57 PM)
::her skin is the same as that of her face and neck, impossibly smooth and soft, very familiar to the feel of the petal at her ear, he wasn't able to find a single flaw on her skin... however, as he moved his hands up her spine... it didn't feel -quite- as it should... something... reinforcing it, slender, but strong. He could hear a soft sigh escape her lips, barely audible::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 11:25:16 PM)
*he smiles, hearing teh faint sigh and once he reaches the top of her spine again he lets his nails taste her soft flesh gently and rakes slowly all the way down in tortuous slow motion*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 11:30:13 PM)
::she was quiet again, her head to the side on her hands, and her lips parted just a bit. Despite being silent, he finally got a physical response, her back arched... just slightly, as she lay still::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 11:32:23 PM)
*as she arches he makes his way down her boddy to her flawless behind, letting his fingers massage slowly untill he reaches her thighs. his hands are big and he can get his hands almost half way around her legs. his thumbs on her inner thighs, figner tip on outer, he strokes them slowly and with a pulsing pressure*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 11:37:02 PM)
::she remained still, breathing out audibly, still so quiet, Mistress of Control, as she allows this intimate touch. The muscles of her legs are firm and smooth, and they are indeed as shapely as the jeans had intimated at. Her hips remain still, her head shifting a bit::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 11:39:01 PM)
*he works his way down her calves, both hands on one calf at a time, his fingers move in quarter circles in diferent directions untill he reaches her ankle, then he switches to teh other calf, working down it in a simmilar manner before taking her small, delicate feet in his hands. His touch is reverent and worshipfull as he massages both her arches at once find that one spot the tension likes to hide in, and with deft, strong thumbs he massages in tight circles untill it is gone*
Aislinn Connelly (Mar 11, 2011 11:50:22 PM)
::and unbidden, a soft light moan escaped her lips, eyes closed, and he could see and feel her body stretch, and hips arched just faintly, before she settled down again, and her feet were arched well. He can barely see... the faint green tinge is back, and her toenails are painted a glossy green, a rather fun color, out of the ordinary::
Alex Steele (Mar 11, 2011 11:53:02 PM)
*looking at her beautiful delicate feet in his hands, entranced by the exotic green tinge of her skin and the shimering green nails, he smiles and leans forward. He slowly kisses eac of her toes in turn, starting with the pinky toes alternating the foot left and right untill he reaches teh big toes. When he reeaches the first he gently takes it into his mouth, letting his tongue swirl around it. She can feel his body tremble a little and hear him moan softly. He repeats the process and finishes by letting his teeth gently scrape over the digit*