And I've got my mind.

[untodeath]

Who: Grell and William
When: October 6th
Where: Temple of Ma'at
What: There are apologies to be made.


text;

I'm outside. Come meet me?


[ The points of Grell's teeth press into her bottom lip, as she taps 'Send'.

Yes, she's feeling a tad anxious; she'd made a grievous mistake last night, and hasn't any idea how to make up for it. It isn't often that she regrets her actions - far more rare, is for her to bother addressing it at all.

This is William, however. More specifically, this concerns how she'd just thrown away the opportunity to taste success after a century-long pursuit of his affections. At the time, it made perfect sense to her, but now...

Now, she stands outside the entrance to his temple, waiting. Intruding would not do her any favors, at the moment, and she wouldn't care to bother with his shinki, either. Not while she has so much on her mind, and must command herself to focus. ]

Comments

[death_glare]

I believe outfits such as these no longer qualify as 'cute'.

[ Said while eyeing a display showcasing some black lace panties that leave little to the imagination. Grell pausing to inspect the display of socks gets him to return his gaze forward, though. Honestly, he's surprised the first thing she was drawn to was something so tame. ]

As long as it is resolved, at some point, then I suppose.

[ Of course, he's referring to other, non-sexual forms of tension and doesn't realize what he's implied. ]

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[ Grell curiously follows his gaze toward the display, chuckling. It seems that William does have an appetite, despite how he tries to suppress it.

Oh, but then she seems to have lost her breath! Was her mind playing tricks on her, or is that really something that she heard from Will just now?

Cheeks warming, the redheaded reaper's line of vision falls to the space between them, tongue darting over her lips as she searches for the right thing to say. It's funny, how words never fail her until they're actually intended to mean something. ]

You know, Will... [ Turning to step closer, nearly breast to breast, Grell raises her hand to cup over his cheek and carefully tilt his jaw, to command his attention. ] If that's something you want, I'm ready. No matter what happens from here, my love for you won't diminish.

[death_glare]

[ Her choice of words, along with her hand suddenly upon his cheek, should be enough of a clue that they aren't quite on the same page in regards to the topic at hand. Unfortunately, it still goes over his head. ]

Obviously, I would rather that tension be gone. It doesn't exactly put me in a good mood. As you should be well aware, by now. Though, honestly, I don't see how that is possible between us.

[untodeath]

[ Breath hitching with laughter, that hand of hers trails down William's chin, fingertips lingering just beneath his lips. ]

Don't know how, hn? [ Well, while Grell IS a lady, her body is not; obviously, there are some complications there, especially if the only relations William had to speak of were with his wife. ] Not to worry. I could show you.

[death_glare]

[ Which obviously earns her quite the perplexed frown. ]

If you are so well informed on how to remedy this, why haven't you done so already?

[untodeath]

Oh, how hasty.

[ Canting her head to meet eyes over the rims of her glasses, Grell's teeth graze over an edge of her lips. ]

Why don't we head back to my place, then?

[death_glare]

What are you on about? There is no reason to go to your temple. We can reconcile this here and now, if you're ready to.

[ Again, he's highly doubtful that they could ever stop arguing and getting on each other's nerves...'cause that's what they're talking about right now, right? ]

[untodeath]

[ Her brows twinge with surprise. ]

That's-- not the man I took you for, Will. My.

[ Yet, Grell coyly glances about, a smirk plucking at her mouth. ]

I suppose no one would notice, after all...

[death_glare]

This is none of their business, to begin with.

[ Though, that really is an odd comment for her to make. As well as the insinuation that he'd never wanted to settle things between them, at all.

He pauses for a moment, following her gaze around the shop and slowly playing through their conversation in his head. Finally, it clicks.

And Grell will get a nice bash over the head! ]

I was not talking about sex!

[untodeath]

[ Grell grasps at his coat, knees buckling at the sudden discipline!

Of course, given the previous context, that proves to be a total turn-on - despite what a letdown his words may be - and, as such, earns a honeyed whimper. ]

A-ah... What a shame.

[ Peering up at him, she pouts! ]

You really are a tease.

[death_glare]

I was not teasing. You simply can't keep your mind off such things.

[ With a shake of his head and a short, irritated huff, William manages to detach Grell from his coat, and abruptly turns to leave the shop. Obviously, being surrounded by all of these novelty items isn't helping Grell to keep those inappropriate thoughts out of her head. ]

[untodeath]

You cannot tell me that wasn't misleading, Will!

[ Positively huffy, herself, Grell tails behind him. Once she's close enough, she'll reach out to tug at his sleeve imploringly. Not to stop him, per se, but seeking some sort of-- lenity? Goodness, what's wrong with her? ]

[death_glare]

Except that I already told you nothing like that is happening.

[ He pauses just before the door, finally glancing back to her. The look on her face is almost pathetic as she clings needily to him. Sighing heavily, he clarifies. ]

...this evening. It is our first time out like this, after all. However, if you'd like to end the day as we did last night, I would be fine with that.

[ Honestly, what's wrong with both of them? ]

[untodeath]

[ With that, Grell's features soften with relief. Now that her mind is at ease, however, she flusters; a twinge of embarrassment, perhaps? Either way, she leans in to thunk her forehead onto William's shoulder with a nod, hands curled at his chest. ]

I would like that.

[death_glare]

Pick out something to wear, then. Something modest.

[ Which there is far less to choose from, when compared to the amount of very risque items. Also, is this implying that he's willing to turn curling up close in a comfy chair into a second sleepover, without the fort of pillows separating them? ]

[untodeath]

[ Caught so much by surprise, Grell straightens herself to level with the other, uncertain that he isn't joking. But, of course he isn't; this is William, after all, and he's nothing but serious!

Blushing up a storm, she even has to raise her hands to cup her cheeks! ]

I-- yes, alright!

[ With a bounce, she suppresses a small squeal, and snatches one of William's hands to tug along! ]

Considering our selection, the decision should be quick, at least.

[ Because, glancing over the night wear, there's very little which isn't sheer, or short enough to leave goods on display. Thankfully, they do offer just a few short sets; SHORT shorts, but... ]

Hm. [ Grell reaches out to pick up a red velvet set, holding it up against herself contemplatively. ] Better than a free skirt, isn't it?

[ Ah, but then her face lights up with an idea! Handing William the set to hold, she dart over to grab those over-knee socks she had been looking at before, although opting for them in black, instead. More skin coverage, right? ]

Ta-daa~♥

[death_glare]

[ If he hadn't known she would react like that, he may have stumbled when she pulled him along. However, a hundred years around Grell will give you enough you need to know about what makes her overly excited.

Perhaps William would have flicked through the garments on the rack too, but Grell was quick to find something. Something he suddenly has in his hands as she darts off. He fingers the material, finding the quality of the fabric to be far nicer than he would have anticipated from this store. It's only when she returns with socks in hand that he gives his final assessment. ]

If you pair it with those, then this should do fine.

[untodeath]

[ Grell's very particular palate can either make shopping with her a breeze, or a nightmare; thankfully, it was in their favour, this time!

Beaming, she returns to proudly hold the socks up neck to the shorts. ]

Ah, yes, and it will still be cute!

[ Simple, but sexy, and definitely great cuddle material. What a steal. ]

Unless... Do you see something that you like better~?

[ The inquiry comes with a sly bat of her lashes. After all, he seems to appreciate delicate wear, it couldn't hurt to ask! ]

[death_glare]

[ He takes another look around the displays. There are certainly items he finds appealing, but he's quick to return his focus to Grell. ]

Perhaps in the future.

[ An indication that Grell should go and pay for the outfit, as he's already decided that's what would be appropriate for tonight. ]

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[ With a chuckle, she reaches out to scoop up the articles, and less than subtly brushes her hands over William's in the process. ]

Well, then! To the future.

[ Grell's shoulders raise merrily! It's off to the register, then - where the poor young woman seated there nearly jumps out of her skin, upon so suddenly noticing the redhead. ]

[death_glare]

[ And while Grell pays, William will let himself out of the store, a tactic to avoid having to look at what the other side of the store had to offer before they left.

Standing just outside the shop's main display window, he figures he has a short bit of time to himself, and pulls a pack of cigarettes from his inner jacket pocket. He feels he needs the smoke after how this day has gone, so far. The sporadic up and down of their relationship isn't anything unusual, but never had the ratio of ups been so great in comparison to its counterpart.

He lights the cigarette, inhaling and slowly letting the smoke out in an even stream. This could either go well, or very very poorly. But at this point, backing out doesn't seem to be an option. ]

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[ It isn't too long after that Grell is able to join him outside, purchase in hand. With a bounce to her step, she raises an arm to dangle it victoriously; packed into a cute little bag! ]

All set~! And, look! [ Give her just a second, while she fishes a card out to present. ] A coupon-- for that future visit, hmmm♥?

[death_glare]

[ William takes the card in his free hand, looking it over briefly before returning it. ]

Then you better behave yourself or that coupon will expire before you get the chance to use it.

[untodeath]

Trust me, I intend to take all preventative measures against that possibility.

[ Dropping the card back into her bag, she then peeks up at him with a flirty little wiggle of her shoulders. ]

That looks very attractive on you, you know.

[death_glare]

[ A small frown and he's looking down at his outfit. Everything seems to be in order, nothing different from when he left to meet Grell, earlier. He meets her eyes again, obviously confused by her statement. ]

What does?