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Post by Shadi on Apr 21, 2009 15:53:07 GMT -5
"We'll see soon enough," Shadi said, almost primly, but she couldn't keep the smile from peeking. Being naked with Rochester in the midst of... everything, was one things. Parading about when they were happy and together and and carefree, likewise. But now... it seemed a little awkward. Not insurmountable. Just... dampening.
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Post by Rochester on Apr 23, 2009 9:21:17 GMT -5
"Make quick work of it and we'll stop by the pastry shop after your father's." *Rochester promised, a playful grin in his lips as he turned back to her at the door.*
"And you know that once I'm in the mood for chocolate, there's little to deter me."
*His lashes hung heavy for only a moment before he disappeared out the door, giving her some privacy to change.*
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Post by Shadi on Apr 23, 2009 10:14:36 GMT -5
Shadi appreciated the privacy, and once she had it she had to bite her lip lest she laugh out loud at the idea that Rochester was plying her with sweets. Since she knew quite well he knew she was no child, it came off as playful rather than condescending, but it was still ridiculous.
She dressed quickly--though less quickly than she would have in trousers--arranged her hair as best she could at this short length, and emerged.
"Quick enough?"
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Post by Rochester on Apr 23, 2009 10:40:56 GMT -5
*Oh, Rochester did love to be right. The gown flattered her exquisitely, even in the haste of which it was donned. He gasped softly at the sight of her, clasping his hands in the moment.*
"Lovely. Simply lovely, darling." *He lowered his head, making his smile look a bit devious.*
"For such a sight, I would have waited longer. But as it is..." *He offered his arm with practiced grace.*
"Shall we?"
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Post by Shadi on Apr 23, 2009 11:18:26 GMT -5
"You're sweet," Shadi said, shaking out her curls and taking his arm. "But you flatter most dreadfully. Has anyone ever told you that?"
Still, she smiled, and her eyes sparkled.
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Post by Rochester on Apr 28, 2009 8:49:14 GMT -5
"But of course I do, darling." *Rochester admitted flippantly as he led them to the door. He paused again to lower his lips to whisper.*
"Though that hardly means it isn't warranted."
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Post by Shadi on Apr 28, 2009 10:05:50 GMT -5
"And that," said Shadi, "is one of the things I love about you."
((The scene with Nadir has played out, so where we are now is Shadi's picked up her stuff at the house.))
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Post by Rochester on Apr 28, 2009 13:48:59 GMT -5
*Rochester grinned rakishly, seeing her down to the carriage.*
((He'll pick her up there.))
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Post by Rochester on May 11, 2009 14:42:41 GMT -5
***LATER***
*The box of chocolates safely tied with gold ribbon rested on Rochester's lap, his arm still around Shadi as they pulled up to the hotel.*
"Here we are now, my dear." *He offered gently, straightening to loosen her from him reluctantly.*
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Post by Shadi on May 11, 2009 14:51:21 GMT -5
Shadi smiled up a little drowsily at him. It had been a long day, and she was tired, and she still could hardly believe she was here.
"Hey," she said, shaking herself more alert and getting out of the carriage. She grabbed the bag she'd packed.
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Post by Rochester on May 11, 2009 14:58:40 GMT -5
*Rochester offered his arm to escort her upstairs, the other hand holding the chocolates. He paused, glancing down at her bag.*
"Darling, why don't you trade me?" *He offered gently, seeing no reason that she should have to carry the heavier of the two.*
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Post by Shadi on May 11, 2009 16:05:57 GMT -5
Shadi blinked at him.
"I can carry it," she said, not defiantly, but just... matter-of-factly. She could, and she saw no reason to alter the state of affairs.
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Post by Rochester on May 11, 2009 16:18:42 GMT -5
*Rochester could only roll his eyes in playful air, lifting his chin and starting forward.*
"Determined to make a cad of me then?" *He remarked wryly, pausing briefly as the door was opened for them.*
"Or just trying to make me look like one?"
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Post by Shadi on May 11, 2009 16:20:43 GMT -5
"You know I'm not," Shadi shot back. "I just don't see why I should trade, when I'm perfectly capable. But if it would make you feel better..."
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Post by Rochester on May 11, 2009 17:25:50 GMT -5
"No, no..." *Rochester lifted his eyes aloofly.*
"You mustn't for my benefit."
*He tried to keep the charade, but his dimple began to peek as they reached the stairs. Lowering his voice, he leaned to whisper to her.*
"Or would you have it that you wore the trousers in our relationship?" *His brow bounced characteristically.*
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