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Post by Aimery on Apr 24, 2007 15:37:42 GMT -5
*At first Aimery was confused but then saw the curtain twitch. He smiled and rose to approach the window. He carefully put his hand out, trying to feel where she was so that he wouldn’t sit on her. His hand brushed against an invisible knee.*
Oh! I’m sorry…I didn’t…I mean…
*He tried not to think about it and sat on the opposite side.*
Thank you…
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Post by Faith on Apr 24, 2007 15:44:19 GMT -5
*Faye jumped back a little, then sat idly pleating the folds of her skirt in her hands.*
"So...what do you do, Aimery?" *she asked, trying to make conversation.*
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Post by Aimery on Apr 24, 2007 15:49:39 GMT -5
*Aimery looked away shyly.*
I dance…at the Opera.
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Post by Faith on Apr 24, 2007 15:52:08 GMT -5
"Really? I love the opera!" *Faye grinned.* "That's wonderful! Oh, how I envy those with such talent!"
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Post by Aimery on Apr 24, 2007 15:56:20 GMT -5
*Aimery tucked a lock of hair behind his ear.*
You are kind to say so. I would like to say that I deserve such a post, but…I find that dance is not about creating a role…it’s about connecting. It’s the only time I feel like I have a place.
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Post by Faith on Apr 24, 2007 16:04:16 GMT -5
*Faye gazed at him unblinkingly.*
"...That's beautiful," *she sighed.*
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Post by Aimery on Apr 24, 2007 16:06:15 GMT -5
*Aimery grew sad.*
It doesn’t feel beautiful. It feels empty. When it’s over, I feel hollow.
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Post by Faith on Apr 24, 2007 16:11:08 GMT -5
"...oh."
*Faye bowed her head, regretting bringing it up.*
"I thought..."
*She laid her hand on his comfortingly.*'
"I know what you mean. I feel that way all the time, now."
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Post by Aimery on Apr 24, 2007 16:20:43 GMT -5
*Aimery took comfort in their mutual loneliness. He didn’t know why. At the sensation of her hand on his, he turned his palm up, taking her invisible hand gently.*
But now there are two of us. We don’t have to be alone anymore.
*He smiled gently in her general direction.*
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Post by Faith on Apr 24, 2007 16:23:21 GMT -5
*Faye smiled at her newfound friend.*
"That's true."
*She paused before she spoke again.*
"Close your eyes..."
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Post by Aimery on Apr 24, 2007 16:24:59 GMT -5
*Aimery’s brow furrowed slightly in confusion, but after a moment, he did as she requested. His dark lashes pressed together gently.*
Like this?
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Post by Faith on Apr 24, 2007 16:32:36 GMT -5
"Just like that."
*Faye let go of his hand and settled down companionably beside him, resting her head on his shoulder.*
"Now you can "see" me," *she said, smiling.* "It's like I'm real...if a little icier than most." *she held her hand in front of her face and wiggled her fingers, frowning a bit.*
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Post by Aimery on Apr 24, 2007 16:39:19 GMT -5
*Aimery’s smile widened as he rested his head against hers, keeping his eyes shut.*
And we’re having a conversation…I mean…I’m having a conversation. With you.
*He sighed gently.*
Faye…thank you. No one’s ever…I mean…this is the most wonderful night of my life. So thank you. I only wish there was something I could do to repay you…
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Post by Faith on Apr 24, 2007 16:50:11 GMT -5
*Faye closed her eyes for a moment.*
"The simple things people take for granted..." *she whispered.* "This is all I need, thank you. You make me feel like I'm alive again."
*A single ice-cold tear fell from her cheek, and where it fell was impossible to know as it evaporated into nothing but sensation.*
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Post by Aimery on Apr 24, 2007 16:56:38 GMT -5
*Aimery squeezed her hand gently.*
You make me feel alive too. You know…I could come back here. Or you could come visit me…if you can. It would be nice to see you…I mean, be with you…I mean…it would be nice to enjoy your company.
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