Sofia & Delmar 1

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12 Nov 15, 08:37 PM
Sofia: Sofia sat in the bay window overlooking the front of the house. They would be arriving any minute, and she wasn't sure exactly how she felt about it. On the one hand, she had known him her whole life, on the other, knowing you were going to marry someone your entire life was...difficult. She opened the book on healing potions and pretended to read.
12 Nov 15, 08:41 PM
[×] Delmar: Arriving, Del got waved towards the inside as her father and his dad stood there talking. "She's in the front room upstairs," and he said 'Yes sir" as he headed off, aware of their eyes on his back. What? Not like he was allowed to do anything and certainly not in her house! He shifted his bag over his shoulder as he walked up the stairs and around towards the door in the familiar place wondering why anyone would want the same house all the time. Stepping in he saw her and his eyes stopped on her chest right off before he pulled his eyes up some. "Hey," he said dropping the bag in a chair and walking over.
12 Nov 15, 08:44 PM
Sofia: She had seen him arrive, listened to the sound of his footsteps as he climbed the stairs, and when he reached the landing she had buried her nose in the book. When he came into view she lowered it and offered him a small half-smile. "Hey" She didn't notice his eyes lingering because hers were doing the same. Where had those muscles come from? She glanced at the landing, "That didn't take long, no preliminary lectures this year?"
12 Nov 15, 08:49 PM
[×] Delmar: He shrugged and stopped next to her so he could look down without being caught directly. Not that he planned on hiding it much. "Nope, but they watched me all the way up the stairs." He glanced back, slightly curious now that sh mentioned it. "I guess something's changed?" Looking back at her he looked impressed as he added "Nice rack. You've certainly changed." And in a good way, he thought. Flat chested was certainly much more dull. He was looking forward to graduation suddenly.
12 Nov 15, 09:01 PM
Sofia: She grinned, "Bet they did, probably wanted to make sure you made it up here to say hi before heading to the kitchen" she answered. He mentioned her rack and she flushed, closing the book suddenly, she swatted him with it, catching his shoulder. "Delmar Torrez" she raised her eyes to his, caught him staring obviously at her chest. Sliding off the window seat, she stood up suddenly. "My eyes are up here" she took his chin and forced his head up. Standing toe to toe with him, she crossed her arms, "Got it?"
12 Nov 15, 09:04 PM
[×] Delmar: He looked defensive for a second at least. "hey! Food is life!" She swatted him and he nearly snatched the book away in reaction! "Hey!" She caught his chin and he frowned at her. "You wanted me to notice them. I'm not allowed to say they look good? I thought girls were all about seeing if they caught attention or not..."
12 Nov 15, 09:12 PM
Sofia: She shook her head at him. "Some food is life" she corrected him. "Whereas the amount you eat could sustain a small country for a month." She frowned in return. "Who said I wanted you to notice?" She wasn't even sure of that herself. "Some girls" she corrected again. "Not this one" she lied. "Just your luck."
12 Nov 15, 09:16 PM
[×] Delmar: he shrugged, unrepentant. "Mom says I'm a growing boy and keeps loading the plate. I must have bottomless legs then." He pulled his chin out of her hand. "Well that top says you do. You normally wear like a dress or a t shirt when I come over. What's with drawing attention to them if you don't want it then?" He frowned suddenly and glanced back towards the stairs suddenly. "Hmm." He had made the connection rather quickly.
12 Nov 15, 09:20 PM
Sofia: She nearly rolled her eyes. She knew his mother of course, Delmar was his mother's pride and joy, and it showed. "Must be" she answered simply. Leaving the book on the window seat for later, she smirked, "That's because my parents usually pick out my clothes when you're around" she informed him. "They left off this year for some reason." He glanced back at the stairs and she arched a brow at him. "What are you thinking?"
12 Nov 15, 09:24 PM
Delmar: He looked back at her, his eyes going from her shoulder straight down (maybe a smidgeon of delay in one spot). "Huh." She asked and he shrugged and lookd back up at her eyes on purpose nearly smirking about it. "You don't get it? No lecture, you get to wear things which are revealing more, and I come on an overnight?"
12 Nov 15, 09:27 PM
Sofia: Her eyes widened as everything suddenly clicked, and her surprise was so complete at the realization that she didn't scold him for looking her up and down again. "We...we're..." she sounded disbelieving. "No way they're already..." but she let the sentence trail, apparently rendered speechless.
12 Nov 15, 09:29 PM
[×] Delmar: he noted her surprise and laughed suddenly out loud. "Probably not, but they must want me to be looking. So, suddenly feel like changing outfits?" He stepped over and glanced down to see what she had been reading and then turned back. "So what's the plan then? How do you want to play this out?"
12 Nov 15, 09:35 PM
Sofia: She sighed, feeling once again like an asset up for grabs, literally. Still, she had learned to roll with things when possible. "Yes" she agreed, "Into my bikini. If they want you looking, I might as well get something out of it too." She glanced toward her bedroom. "Want a snack? Galleta can make us something while I change."
12 Nov 15, 09:45 PM
[×] Delmar: She sighed and he watched her face, seeing that her physical hadn't been the only thing to change. At her mention of bikini he raised both eyebrows. "We're going swimming?" And then she offered two things which sounded contradictory. "So I get to snack while you change? Bam, sounds awesome" not pointing out she hadn't necessary put those in different rooms but knowing that was what she meant. "If we're going swimming I can change too. I need to throw my stuff in the guest room anyway. Be right back." And he turned and yanked his shirt off over his head before sweeping his bag up and walking down the hall to the room just around the corner they usually had put him in before. Seeing it was ready, he changed right there in a few seconds and returned to her room whistling wearing now nothing but swim trunks.

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12 Nov 15, 09:51 PM
Sofia: She nodded, "Swimming, hot tub, one of those, mostly something outdoors away from...whatever business our parents are talking about." She nodded, turning for her own room. Once she had changed, she opened the door and nearly ran into him. Stepping back she spoke in a slightly louder than normal voice. "Galleta?" An elf appeared, seeming excited to be of help. "What is miss be needing?" she asked, and Sofia smiled. Galleta had been with Sofia her entire life, and it was obvious that Sofia cared about her. "Can you get us a snack and bring it out to the table by the pool?" she asked. "Pita chips for me and..." She paused to give Delmar time to answer. When the elf had gone, she focused on him again, not even trying to hide it as she studied him intently for a moment. Now that his chest was bare, she could see more muscles, and they both discomfitted and intrigued her. Reaching out, she brushed one hand over his stomach. "Where did you find time to work out?" She wanted to know. Then, "Come on, we can start in the hot tub and you can tell me all about the first two weeks of your summer."
12 Nov 15, 10:04 PM
Delmar: he grinned. "Hot tub. I love those. Too bad they don't make them big enough you can go swimming in them." She seemed quite taken aback by his return, though he had never bothered much with taking his time with clothes. he smiled at the elf, anticpating food always brought out a good mood with him! "Something fruit, a fruit drink, some fries maybe and some cheese bites please?" He knew the elf well enough by now to note her smile increase before she left. When she looked at his chest he reached out and caught her chin shaking his finger and saying "Oh no, I don't get to stare, you don't get to. Fair is fair unless you want to relax the rules." As she brushed one hand out he pretended he was going to caress her chest and turned it into a smirk and a turn as he led the way off to the hot tub first. "I didn't. I've got friends, we roughhouse and climb a lot. Most of it comes from rowing a lot. I like it so they let me do most of it." Still, he felt some satisfaction she had noticed and wanted to touch him there; muscles were a big deal for a guy! "Okay."
12 Nov 15, 10:10 PM
Sofia: She listened to the random combination of foods and rolled her eyes. "Boys" she mumbled. He caught her chin and she, forgetting herself for a moment, stuck her tongue out at him. "Hasn't stopped you yet" she pointed out. She smirked up at him, suddenly realizing he had gotten taller than she was. "Not a chance" He reached for her and her eyes widened, a flush coming over her cheeks before he pulled away and she exhaled. "I'm going to drown you" she threatened softly as they descended the stairs. Catching sight of their mothers, her expression changed immediately to one of carefully constructed pleasantness. Once they were outside, however, she relaxed again. Noting the food had already been left on the table, she grabbed a handful of chips, munching them easily as she stepped into the tub. "I get the feeling we're going to see more of each other this year" she observed. "Call it a hunch"
12 Nov 15, 10:15 PM
[×] Delmar: "Maybe, but I think I'm owed some looking now Ms can't-keep-her-hands-to-herself," he chortled as they walked off. Not that he minded, but she wasn't going to let him do the same back. "You could try but that would mean you have to get close enough to wrestle. I'm sure our parents will be glad to hear the elf tell about that!" As she got chips though he watched her from behind noting that she had filled out in other pleasant ways too! Getting the drink he put his feet in the tub as he sat on the side unintended giving her a nice view. "Especially if you keep picking those clothes," and admired her top again or a moment wistfully before glancing back at the house. "Five years."
12 Nov 15, 10:22 PM
Sofia: "I touched you /once/" she clarified, "for like, half a second." A glance back at the parents before she nodded. "I could do that" Not that she would win, but it might be nice to throttle him for a minute. She was trying not to look at him now as he sat down, and equally trying not to be obvious about it. He glanced back at the house and she followed his line of sight. "Five years is a lifetime, maybe someone backs out, maybe one of us has an unfortunate flying accident" she shrugged, "anything could happen."
12 Nov 15, 10:31 PM
[×] Delmar: He brightened. "I could touch them for a half a second..." She would risk wrestling? He looked suspicious of her motives since that would mean his hands had to be on her somewhere and he doubted she would allow that for long. At her comment he shook his head and sat down in the tub so now only his chest was showing. "Nope, they were talking about advanced stuff so your father is already following dad's advice. Unless it's a fatal accident, it's happening." he drank more from the glass then turned reaching out of the tub to get some of the cheese things and popping them in his mouth. "Ah woll. We spont mwost of wit in dwa mountwains--" he swallowed "--doing climbing and hiking. A few camping trips after we get back though so that ought to be awesome! My best friend from Barcelona is Chad and his parents are loaning him to us a few days while they go to France. It'll be fun! What have you done so far? Besides read" he amended hastily.
12 Nov 15, 10:39 PM
Sofia: She smirked, "If you don't value your life, go ahead" she agreed. She saw where his mind was going and quickly amended. "Not in this outfit though" almost cheekily. She exhaled a long breath and sank deeper in the water. "Not fair" she declared softly. "Can't they just help each other because they're friends and have known each other practically forever?" she wanted to know. "I mean, there have got to be better ways to make a business deal than selling your only daughter for a ridiculous sum of money." He spoke about his summer and her eyes widened. "Camping? Really? That sounds..." It sounded incredible, really, anything that got her away from her parents very watchful eyes sounded incredible. "Chad..." She searched her memory for the name. "Ah, right, Chad." She arched a brow as if to tell him what a silly question he had asked. "That would be...not much. You know my parents, if they're not right there with me, they freak out." She gave him an envious look. "Take a lot of pictures."
12 Nov 15, 10:45 PM
[×] Delmar: She caught on far too quickly and he smirked. "Uh huh, chicken." Ah well. He shook his head as he drank again, enjoying the juice mix. "Nope, not money. He's trading you for influence, dad gets the money. Dad says it's going to be good for both families though. He's started showing me some stuff but not that yet, says it's too complicated." He frowned into the glass thoughtfully. A glance at her and the frown didn't go away. "I bet. It's not all hat easy, you know. They want you unspoiled, they want me to know everything about it before then. Dad was trying to explain stuff the other day..." His face said it all, a mix of 'EW' and "...hmm."
12 Nov 15, 10:51 PM
Sofia: She wrinkled her nose. "Right, because that's going to work" She nodded, "I know, I meant he's /giving/ the ridiculous amount of money" she clarified. She was a bit intrigued by the idea of what he might have seen, but a bit nervous about whether she wanted to know just yet. She made a face at him, "so I get caged and you get to go after whoever and whatever you like, sounds very difficult" it was easy to tell she wasn't so much mad at him as at the situation in general. She looked equally disgusted, and distracted for a moment. "I've been getting the talk about the importance of being virtuous since I was nine" she commented. "Nothing new there for me."
12 Nov 15, 10:56 PM
[×] Delmar: He grinned at her, showing that the tease hadn't expected to work, but got a reaction after all. "Yeah I don't get it all yet, but he'll show me eventually. My grandfather just knew everyone and somehow that's worth a lot of money and babies." A shake of his head, thought there was now a spark in his eyes at her words; he hadn't thought about being released to go after other girls... "No, I mean like talks. Like, not angles or answering questions, more like they gloss over the details and look uncomfortable about it. And you're trying the whole time not to think about what they have been doing..."
12 Nov 15, 10:59 PM
Sofia: "Contacts" she nodded, "they're worth a lot to him, yes." She looked uncomfortable at the mention of babies. She caught the change in his expression when she mentioned going after others, and she was startled to realize it bothered her. Not sure exactly why, but she tried hard to focus on something else. "Bet that was fun"
12 Nov 15, 11:05 PM
Delmar: A roll of his eyes and he reached for more cheese putting the empty fruit glass down. "Not even slightly. I mean, think abut your parents telling you how they made you, right? Really gross." A shudder and he munched his way through the last of the cheese before saying "Don't worry, I'd drag you all over Spain with me. I won't make you stay at home."
12 Nov 15, 11:09 PM
Sofia: It was, maybe the first thing he had ever said, that hadn't made her wonder if there was some sort of living death draught she could take to fool her parents. "You wouldn't have to work too hard" she pointed out. "I would love to go...pretty much anywhere at this point honestly." She laid her head back and closed her eyes. "You have no idea what its like to have eyes on you all the time, everyone watching to make sure you don't break a nail, merlin forbid."
12 Nov 15, 11:13 PM
[×] Delmar: He was glad to see she liked the answer. "So really, you are like a princess looked away in a tower?" Then his face turned a bit sly but only a moment before he looked at her, "Well you could always fake more interest in me. That would get you sent over more often to us I bet." Of course she would, they wanted this to happen clearly.
12 Nov 15, 11:16 PM
Sofia: "Exactly like that" she smirked, thinking of the movies she'd watched as a child with her mother's parents. "Does that make you the prince or the dragon?" He gave her the idea and she thought about it. "Maybe, but how do we know your parents won't be just as overprotective of me as mine are?"
12 Nov 15, 11:19 PM
Delmar: He laughed. "Probably the knight. I don't have the stuff to be a prince." He shrugged and then looked at her directly. "I don't, but it's different from what you have now. Besides, where's the downside?"
12 Nov 15, 11:20 PM
Sofia: "The last thing you need is a sword" she argued, but her mood had brightened a bit, and she was smiling again. He asked about the downside and she smirked at him. "Easy, no hot tub"
12 Nov 15, 11:21 PM
[×] Delmar: He made a slight splash in her direction as if threatening for the sword part and said "I can handle it better then being a prince and having to follow all the rules, all the time." Her and the hottub. "Oh true, it is terrible to trade a hot tub for a chance at mountains and hiking and beaches. I can see that would be a real downside."
12 Nov 15, 11:24 PM
Sofia: She gave him a look that clearly said 'tell me about it'. She actually laughed at that for the first time since he'd arrived. "Okay, fair point. I haven't seen the ocean in...a long time." She frowned suddenly, "we would have to be careful though, if they think we're getting along too well they might ship me off most of the summer and that would probably make it harder for you and your friends to get into...whatever trouble it is you're planning."
12 Nov 15, 11:28 PM
Delmar: He frowned. "I thought you all went last summer to the coast somewhere?" Ah but that hadn't been all the way probably, her father was bad about making business trips into vacations he remembered. "I don't plan it, it happens. Besides, we move the whole year, I doubt they would let you stay with us for a whole month." Yes, but if he wasn't getting on with his friends, she might have more time to be persuaded towards more too. Hmm, that might be worth a thought later...
12 Nov 15, 11:31 PM
Sofia: "If by went to the coast you mean spent the entire trip in a hotel while dad argued with a supplier, then yes." She thought about it and nodded. "True, I doubt they'd want to give us too much time yet."
12 Nov 15, 11:34 PM
[×] Delmar: Eyes open, he shook his head. "I could see them letting us spend time on the beach if I we were dating like. No one ever does anything at the beach that can't be seen by two hundred people." Which would mean something at school too he realized. "Does your dad know anyone else with some of our classmates?"
12 Nov 15, 11:42 PM
Sofia: She laughed softly again, eyes opening at last and she met his. "Isn't pretending to date when you're already betrothed to be married kind of a sitcom waiting to happen?" she asked him softly. "Not to mention it might interfere with your ability to chase...everyone." She considered the question. "I think he knows the Silver-Moons" she answered. "Apparently the mom is like amazing for getting information."
12 Nov 15, 11:44 PM
[×] Delmar: He shrugged. "I guess so. I don't watch much television, but that sounds right." He snorted. "I hae to do it sometime or do you want a wedding night where neither of us knows what goes where?" A frown. "Would have to keep it up at school then too, not just the summer."

[Shava]

13 Nov 15, 04:47 PM
Sofia: She stepped into the front door, bag over one shoulder. Delmar's oldest sister spoke softly, excitement evident in her voice. "You're a little early, Del's friend is still here." The way she said friend seemed to communicate more than the usual. Instead of asking about it, Sofia shrugged, "That's fine, I can find my way. Your mom said it was the second on the...left right?" A nod and Sofia was off exploring. As she entered the sitting room, she caught sight of messy blonde hair draped over the sofa. Expecting to see some guy sprawled out, she was understandably shocked when the guest turned out to be female, and even moreso to see Delmar tangled up with her in what appeared to be a thoroughly intimate, though still dressed pose. Eyes wide, Sofia crossed the room as quickly as possible, located the girls' room, and closed the door firmly. While it was unlikely she would be alone for long, she needed a moment to process what she had just seen. Taking a deep breath, she stared hard at the
13 Nov 15, 04:49 PM
Sofia: door, considering. Did he spend all summer like that? When he wasn't with her, was he... The question did strange things to her insides. She wasn't...well mostly she was angry, but why was she angry? Because she was cooped up to protect her purity while he was obviously allowed to do whatever, and whomever he pleased? Yes! that was it. She dropped her bag on the floor and scowled.
13 Nov 15, 04:52 PM
[×] Delmar: Josefina nodded and waved as she turned away saying "Yes, out on the balcony. We;ll be in the room right before." A minute later she interupted a very intimate moment and the new girl made a face of irritation as the interuptor went quickly away. Del made his excuses to her and made arrangements to meet her the next day before she left some what mollified. Del went looking for his friend, puzzling over where she had gone till he knocked on the girl's door, knowing his sisters were next door. After he knocked he waited about ten second, then cracked the door open and seeing her dressed, opened the door slowly. "You okay?"

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13 Nov 15, 04:59 PM
Sofia: She heard the door when it cracked open, and was unsurprised when he stepped in a moment later. "Sure" she answered. "Just getting settled in"
13 Nov 15, 05:02 PM
Delmar: She didn't sound right. From what he had gotten, she had seen something. "You're earlier then I expected. Lucinda from next door was still paying off her debt. What did you see just now out of curiosity?"
13 Nov 15, 05:06 PM
Sofia: "Dad had to go to Madrid, something about a new client he's hoping to impress" she explained. "Mom decided to go with him, and your parents said it would be fine if they dropped me off." Her brows disappeared into her hairline. But when he asked what she had seen, her demeanor changed. "Nothing surprising" she answered. "You looked pretty comfortable, that's about it." She didn't like this feeling, it felt almost like nausea but not quite.
13 Nov 15, 05:10 PM
Delmar: He nodded, leaning against the door frame so as to not make her feel crowded, but he had known her long enough to know something was wrong and he was sure it had to do with her seeing something she had not expected. "You sure? Cause you don't sound like yourself." He waited a moment before he said softer "You never told me those were so soft, I'd have been--" Well he could say after her more now could he?
13 Nov 15, 05:13 PM
Sofia: She was about to tell him she was fine, when he continued, and while it did show so much on her face, the air around her began to crackle slightly with an almost electric sort of energy. She took a pillow off the bed and hurled it as hard as she could at his face. "Go away Delmar" she spoke in a soft but obviously angry voice. "I need to study"
13 Nov 15, 05:16 PM
[×] Delmar: He ducked being missed by the pillow and looked at her wide eyed. "What?" Clearly not getting what he had said wrong, he backed out the door saying "Uh, all right. I'll be out on the balcony if you need me." He stepped out and closed the door behind him. setting the pillow against it and shaking his head not understanding. It was true, she never even let him look at hers and when he got a chance to touch someone else's she got upset about it? Jeeze, it hadn't even been sex...
13 Nov 15, 05:22 PM
Sofia: She was so mad she reverted to Spanish. You're just such a...such a...you're so clueless! she informed him in rapid-fire. He closed the door, and she cursed under her breath. Fifteen minutes she'd been here and already she wanted to go home, but her parents would be gone for almost a week, and she knew she was stuck without even Galleta to rant to. How pathetic was she that her only real confidant was a house elf?
13 Nov 15, 05:24 PM
Delmar: Out on the balcony he sat on the hammock, weaving it back and forth while he waited to see if her temper would come down. He frowned, still unsure why this had upset her so much. Hadn't he said she was paying off a debt? It wasn't even a girl he was trying to get with but she hadn't been interested in explanations, even he could see that. But she was his future bride so maybe that had something to do with it?
13 Nov 15, 05:28 PM
Sofia: After a full five minutes, she stepped out to find him. When she did, she said simply "I'm going for a walk" She wasn't allowed to explore back home, and it was worth a try to see if she could get away with it here.
13 Nov 15, 05:32 PM
Delmar: He looked up, relieved to see she was still talking, but frowning at her suggestion. "Dad won't let you i think. He doesn't let me go out with out a group or another adult so I don't think you have a chance."
13 Nov 15, 05:35 PM
Sofia: "That's only if he happens to see me leave" she pointed out. Turning she headed back the way she came, glancing around to see if anyone was watching her. It wasn't until she was nearly there that she saw him. d@mn it, she thought, 'no chance is right.'
13 Nov 15, 05:39 PM
Delmar: Del's father looked up from the desk he was working at. "Sofia? Everything all right? You found the girls?" He stood and came out of the living room reaching out to touch her hair. "Prettier by the day too! I be my daughters are jealous." he smiled at her, pleased to have her here. "Did you see Del upstairs? I thought I might take everyone out tomorrow to the pool if that sounds nice."
13 Nov 15, 05:42 PM
Sofia: "I..." she tried to keep the frustration at out of her voice. She liked Mr. Torres, and often wished her own father was more like him. He touched her hair and she softened immediately, some of the tension leaving her muscles. "Probably not, they're lovely" she answered sincerely. "I...yes. He was with a...friend when I got here so I went to get settled." Despite her efforts, she couldn't quite keep the edge out of her voice. At the mention of the pool, however, she brightened considerably. "That would be great", she offered him her first smile since she had arrived.
13 Nov 15, 05:47 PM
Delmar: He smiled kindly, pleased at her being gracious. "I certainly think so, but fathers are known to be blind too." He looked a bit taken aback. "Oh, he had a friend over? Wasn't aware of that. Oh wait, Lucinda was over for Kiara, is that who you saw? I think she just met her yesterday."
13 Nov 15, 05:50 PM
Sofia: "Nothing wrong with that" she pointed out, and there was a soft sort of sadness in her tone. "Might have been" she said softly. "I didn't get her name." She debated whether or not to go into anymore detail, and decided against it. She wasn't out to get Delmar in trouble, even if she was upset with him. She felt so conflicted at the moment, her stomach unsettled and her head was beginning to hurt
13 Nov 15, 05:53 PM
Delmar: His face lightened. Ah yes, I know her then. She wasn't over here for Delmar but they might well have met for a few moments. I'm sure you can go talk to him by now." A glance at his watch. "W'll be having supper in another hour, why don't you go make the rounds to see everyone before that?" And he watched, unaware her goal had been trying to go outside.
13 Nov 15, 06:01 PM
Sofia: She was still smiling softly as she nodded. "Yes sir" and made her way back upstairs to find Delmar, feeling much better than she had a few minutes before. She headed for the balcony to see if he was still there.
13 Nov 15, 06:04 PM
Delmar: Swinging in the hammock softly Del wondered if it was safe to go downstairs yet. When she walked onto the balcony, he stopped the rocking motion and waited to see what she would do or say, giving her a wary glance. He knew from his sisters that upset females were dangerous and hard to predict.
13 Nov 15, 06:06 PM
Sofia: Spotting him, she smirked. "So" she crossed the balcony to stand in front of him. "Exactly what debt was it Lucinda needed to pay?" she sounded deceptively calm, like she was up to something and not even bothering to attempt to hide it.
13 Nov 15, 06:09 PM
[×] Delmar: wary remained as she came over and the 'so' she used sounded dangerous. "Well yeah, she said I couldn't be as manly as her brother was and I said I could be and she said prove it and I said no way unless you're trading. She challenged me to let her see down my pants and I bet her if I did it that she'd have to let me feel her breast." He watched her wondering what else was going to happen and if she was going to throw something else at him. "She paid up so she left. I've always been curious about them..."
13 Nov 15, 06:13 PM
Sofia: For a long moment after his explanation, Sofia went absolutely still, then after a long breath of a moment, she suddenly burst out laughing. "Seriously? That is..." She shook her head but didn't finish her sentence. "I did run into your dad downstairs" she told him. "He told me she was here for your sister, and that you met her yesterday." She intentionally left it at that, wondering if he'd think she had told his father the rest of the story or not.
13 Nov 15, 06:16 PM
Delmar: She laughed and he frowned. "What? It's the truth!" He nodded as she spoke. "Yeah, or one of them, I don't remember who she was visiting. She saw me in the hall and just challenged me. We've not been in this city before this week so I couldn't have met her before. Maybe she just liked my face!" Now he stood, crossing his arms in front of her, irritated himself now.
13 Nov 15, 06:19 PM
Sofia: Oh, I don't doubt that" she agreed. "Its just..." She finally got ahold of herself. "You let a perfect stranger see down your pants just so you could..." He stood up and she arched a brow at him, mildly wary. "What? You look peeved."
13 Nov 15, 06:22 PM
[×] Delmar: He gave her a look of 'are-you-an-idiot' "Well of course I did! She traded badly, I asked for touch, she only asked to see! I won that one easy!" Aware now she apprently didn't like being told he liked the feel of them he did not repeat the information. "You laughed at my story."
13 Nov 15, 06:35 PM
Sofia: She didn't even have to think about it much. "Kiss me first" she murmured softly, as though she were half afraid he would turn her down. She suddenly wanted very badly to be held by someone, anyone really. What she wanted most was to feel someone close to her who genuinely wanted to be there.
13 Nov 15, 06:39 PM
Delmar: He eyed her. "That's it? Just a kiss? But what if--" He stopped, watching her face. "Same length of time for both." Wondered if she would do that. He then patted the hammock beside him. "Now? Or somewhere else?"
13 Nov 15, 06:43 PM
Sofia: She laughed, "Sure, its just a kiss to you, but I've never had one." She met his eyes, studied them for a long moment. "Okay" She laughed softly, "here's good I think, less likely one of the girls will come barging in, your dad said it would be about an hour for dinner."
13 Nov 15, 06:46 PM
[×] Delmar: He shook his head at her, his eyes registering her comment. "Not just a kiss. The kiss is the first step, after all. A kiss for a feel of your breasts, same length of time for each. Deal. Sit here, unless you want to sit on my lap for it." He looked suddenly very interested and attentive, maybe a bit excited by the prospects.
13 Nov 15, 06:53 PM
Sofia: She laughed, "you already said that." Then she smirked at him. "I think him good here." Then she looked uncertain, as if not quite knowing how this was supposed to work.
13 Nov 15, 07:01 PM
Delmar: Turning and pulling one leg up on the hammock, he faced her, sliding his leg behind her so he could get close enough for the kiss desite the fact it opene his more vulnerable side up to her. Setting one hand on her shoulder he said "Okay, lean in just a bit..." and as she did he tilted his head before he tried to kiss her, his lips a soft brush before settling to do more. He tried to settle with her, but in his excitement found himself too far back and had to scoot in closer to her and try again. "Sorry, I wasn't sitting right." Closer, he set one hand on her leg as he kissed her a second time, much more firmly and with interest.
13 Nov 15, 07:06 PM
Sofia: Her heart pounded in her ears as the blood in her veins seemed to rush in every direction at once. She could feel her heartbeat so strong that she was sure if he got much closer he would feel it too. He kissed her softly at first, and she smiled, felt a bit better that he wasn't perfect at this sort of thing before he kissed her again. When he laid his hand on her leg, she reached up and cupped his face a moment before her fingers drifted up into his hair. She had wondered what it felt like more often than she wanted to admit in the last couple of years. As she kissed him back, she found herself thinking it might not be so bad to do a bit of exploring this way. If not with him after all, then who? She could feel his interest in her in a strange way that she wouldn't have imagined possible. He was focused on her, and she found that she liked that idea very much.
13 Nov 15, 07:12 PM
Delmar: He could feel her pulse like a trip hammer through his hand and leaned slightly into her hand as well with his head. She kissed back and he picked up on that, likeing the taste of her and the feeling of her inside his personal space. The kiss went on as he worked at it, trying toshow her he was interested in her but because of her father's rules he hadn't showed it before. His hand slid up her leg slightly, stopping where her thigh was, barely next to her stomach but he wasn't noticing. He was very much liking this moment and didn't really want it to stop. A minute passed.
13 Nov 15, 07:15 PM
Sofia: She was so full of strong feelings at that moment and yet she couldn't have identified any one of them. She had temporarily forgotten about the bet or much of anything else really. His hand traveled up her leg, sending shockwaves through her system that left her warm and tingling in their wake. For her part, the hand that wasn't in his hair had found its way to his chest, exploring the exposed skin under her fingers, and enjoying the slight definition of his muscles as she did so.
13 Nov 15, 07:19 PM
[×] Delmar: She resisted nothing and seemed to him to open up more, inviting him closer as her hand stroked over his skin. He breathed in, flaring, and turned his head seeking more of her. While not tongue reaching, he did sink more into her mouth feeling as much of her lips as he could, the hand on her shoulder sliding to her neck, stroking up and around behind her neck as he sought to make sure she didn't try to escape him. Breathing her in, he knew without thinking he was claiming her more then he had before, staking his desires for her to be his and his only.
13 Nov 15, 07:26 PM
Sofia: She had never been this close to anyone else, and suddenly the feel of him was everywhere, and what's more was welcome. There were warm, soft feelings curling inside her, causing resistance to melt and be replaced by something longing and intense. She was overwhelmed, and then suddenly she was in his lap, straddling him one leg on each side as her fingers spread and ran down over his stomach. She should stop, she knew, but he was her future husband after all, and besides, there was no one around to tell her she shouldn't.
13 Nov 15, 07:32 PM
[×] Delmar: She moved into his lap and the leg which was behind her was suddenly moving to keep her from rubbing him entirely in the right place which would have speeded things up way too much! His hands were running up and down her skin as sh explored more of him and it was then he heard a sudden gasp of "DEL!" And he had to break off, looking past those wonderful distractions to see his oldest sister flush-red in the face gaping at him! "--wut?" And then it clicked how much trouble he might be in!
13 Nov 15, 07:38 PM
Sofia: She was on the verge of saying to hell with everything and seeing how far this could go when the sound of Del's name in a very embarrassed voice jolted her unwillingly from the thought. Turning when he did, she too spotted his sister. Merlin, d@mn it... She quickly disentangled herself, so quickly in fact that she nearly fell out of the hammock. Eyes down and red in the face, she didn't even try for justification. There was no way to call what she had seen anything other than what it was. Now all that remained to see was how badly his parents would react
13 Nov 15, 07:42 PM
Delmar: She moved too fast and he had to catch her to keep her from falling saying "Wait! I can explain!" Josefina closed and opened her mouth several times, not sure what to do. Del helped Sofia get to her feet without falling and then he (red in the face as all three were really) got out, putting an arm around her middle from behind protectively. He tried even tho he knew it would probably not work. "It was a dare. We're going to be married anyway so I thought it was okay..."
13 Nov 15, 07:45 PM
Sofia: She thought quickly, genuinely grateful for the arm around her as she tried to think of a way to further justify his story. "Right! We thought, since we're going to be married in three years we should practice a bit. We want to have a good marriage after all and three years isn't a lot of time..." Please buy it....please buy it. She mentally begged the universe to give her this one.
13 Nov 15, 07:50 PM
Delmar: Josefina looked back and forth, torn between knowing the two were promised and catching her brother deep snogging a girl in their home. Seeing her brother's arm around her middle and hearing her suppor what he said, she hesitated more. As Del said "Don't, Jos, just-- don't. I'll go talk to dad now. You can listen, okay?" He hugged Sofia from behind once and then stepped forward letting her go reluctantly, but now focused on the trouble he was in. Offering to turn himself in however seemed to help her make up her mind and she nodded, still shocked and waited till he crossed the room, glancing back at Soia with a 'let me do this' sort of look. Protective.
13 Nov 15, 07:55 PM
Sofia: Surprised by this side of him she hand't seen before, she nodded softly, hugging him back in such a way as to communicate encouragement. There was gratitude in her eyes as she spoke. "Sure, I'll be here when you get back." As he looked back at her briefly, she smiled at him warmly. When he disappeared, she was left to process the world of things that had just happened.
13 Nov 15, 08:00 PM
[×] Delmar: Returning about ten minutes later, she could probably hear the two siblings arguing softly, she seeming to believe he had understated it too much and because of that their father not being as forceful as he should have been. They broke at the door and she ran to tell his sisters what had happened as he looked into the room meeting her eyes and forcing a smile. "You're fine. Dad totally bought the fact it was just a kiss and thought it was okay. Jos is going to be watching us tho now." There was a lot of regret about that in his face but he didn't come into the room, just stayed in the doorway. He bit his lip, unsure what to say
13 Nov 15, 08:03 PM
Sofia: She stood the moment she saw him, listened as he spoke, and then without hesitation she crossed the balcony to him. Leaning up, she kissed him, softly for a moment, two, and then pulled away. "Hence the arguing I assume, since Jos probably thinks you under exaggerated a bit." She took his hand, pulled him over to the hammock and smiled, blushing lightly. "Still, a deal is a deal, and this may be the last chance we get." She met his eyes expectantly
13 Nov 15, 08:08 PM
Delmar: He nodded. "Yeah, she's hot about it, but cause I fessed up she can't say much." He caught his breath as she caught his hand, realizing she wasn't running away from him and followed her slowly saying "Gah, I had to promise not to be next to you unless soemone else is here, d@mn it." Unfair," he looked miserable about that indeed, but squeezed her hand. A bit of the psych he'd been studying however helped him to add "I think we need to be cool about things till it settles down. But, ah, we can keep doing the hand thing I bet..." His eyes drifted downwards with regret as he really wanted his side of the deal, but he could hear someone coming down the hall too.
13 Nov 15, 08:11 PM
Sofia: Her lips twitched in spite of herself. "That..seems exactly like something your father would do." She shrugged one shoulder gently. "Where there is a will there is a way" she said softly. She squeezed his hand in return. She felt his gaze travel over her and she laughed softly. "I would have liked to see the look on Jos' face though" she sounded regretful herself. "I'll bet it was a good one."
13 Nov 15, 08:15 PM
Delmar: His eyes seemed to say how much he agreed, still feeling like he barely felt he had escaped a disaster. Keeping her hand in his as his youngest sister stamped in, not pleased at being sent to be a guard, he said "Well your father may not be upset at least." Then a laugh escaped. "Yeah, she's going to be wanting to get me now. I'm in trouble. Shield me the next few days maybe?"
13 Nov 15, 08:18 PM
Sofia: Their obviously angry chaperon arrived with poor grace, and Sofia tried not to smile. "Maybe a knight after all" she observed, referring to a common theme in many of the conversations they had about her predicament. "Sure" she nodded, smiling now in spite of herself. "I can do that."

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13 Nov 15, 08:23 PM
Delmar: Asleep, after nearly twenty minutes of anger at having been denied such a great prize as he had clearly added up the time and thought that her willingness to do it had been a huge big step for them both. He lay now unconcious and unmasked.
13 Nov 15, 08:26 PM
Sofia: She tried not to think about what a huge risk she was taking here as she crept barefoot into his room closing the door very softly behind her, she climbed into his bed. For just a moment, she studied his features in the very dim light. Softer in sleep than they were during his waking hours. After a long breath, she whispered, squeezing his shoulder "Del"
13 Nov 15, 08:27 PM
Delmar: He stirred, his hands flexing on the bed visibly before he jerked slightly, his eyes opening sleeply. "Wha..." he muttered, still heavy sleeped, but waking.
13 Nov 15, 08:30 PM
Sofia: "A deal is a deal" she whispered, running both hands down his arms until she found his, she took them, raising them to her chest with her hands laid over his. "If you dont' wake up you won't remember this in the morning" she murmured.
13 Nov 15, 08:34 PM
Delmar: As he woke up, feeling her touch he bleerily looked at her with recognition just as she pulled his hands to her chest. Suddenly his eyes opened wider and he gasped softly. "Oh Merlin!" And he shook his head, now nearly stone cold sober awake! "Wow, so big!" He licked his lips and wonder in his eyes as he lightly squeezed, making an 'oh' sound that was sheer plesaure. "Oh I can't forget this! Ever...."
13 Nov 15, 08:36 PM
Sofia: She wasn't nearly as surprised by his reaction as she was by her own. No one, after all, had told her it would feel good to Her when he touched her this way. She grinned when he spoke. "Me either" When he squeezed, she gasped, surprised further by the sensation. "I thought you deserved it after everything today" she told him. "Thank you for...handling things with your dad."
13 Nov 15, 08:39 PM
[×] Delmar: He met her eyes, his fingers brushing against her nips. "Anytime. Wow, you feel so amazing!" And then an abrupt moment of clarity as he slid his hands around her. "You know if you had let me do this much earlier we could have avoided a lot of stress."
13 Nov 15, 08:40 PM
Sofia: His arms around her felt good, secure even, which wasn't a feeling she found very familiar. At his comment, however, she arched a brow, though she was still smiling. "For you maybe" she quipped. "Besides, I get the feeling you've been pretty busy in the mean time."
13 Nov 15, 08:42 PM
Delmar: He hesitated, his mind awhirl before he latched on something. "Not that much, only kissing mostly. Um...can I ask a favor?" His eyes said it was an important one to him.
13 Nov 15, 08:44 PM
Sofia: She relaxed a bit, thinking things could be worse. At his request, she looked at him strangely but nodded slowly. "Sure, what do you need?" It was, in her opinion, a very strange time to ask for a favor.
13 Nov 15, 08:45 PM
[×] Delmar: He licked his lips. "Um, I sorta have this dream about holding a girl from behind as we fall asleep like. Do you think..." he licked his lips again. His eyes said this was something he really wanted that he had never had a chance at before.
13 Nov 15, 08:48 PM
Sofia: She felt warmth both from his body and the thought of this as he spoke. She nodded, kissed him softly and then rolled over, careful not to bump into him as she did so. She pressed her body against his and was surprised by how well they fit; his muscle and her curves.
13 Nov 15, 08:51 PM
[×] Delmar: As she kissed him he tried to say how much this meant, but he was fairly sure she got it when he sighed with deep satisfaction as he slid his hands around her waist and up to cup her. A slight moan escaped him as his head came down on her shoulder to kiss as he lightly squeezed and a certain unmistakable part of him became very stiff indeed. "Oh Merlin, Sofia," he whispered, is voice husky, "How am I going to live another three years without you..."
23 Jan 16, 02:53 PM
Sofia: The sound of footsteps drew Sofia from a very comfortable sleep. Eyes widening, she nudged Del and motioned to the door silently. Thinking quickly, she rolled to the floor on the side of the bed closest to the wall and slid under, hardly daring to breathe as her mind processed what had just happened.
23 Jan 16, 02:57 PM
[×] Delmar: Waking up blearily, he felt heaven pulled out of his hands and was awake enough to register footsteps, just as she vanished over the side of the bed, groggily sitting up, he heard his sister say "Del! Lazy-@ss, get up, it's breakfast time." Running a hand through his hair he muttered before he managed "Okay. Be there soon as I get my head soaked." His middle sister made a face as she tossed her hands up. "Shower? Seriously? Whatever, I'll see you there."
23 Jan 16, 03:05 PM
Sofia: She listened to the interaction, wondering what the odds were of getting back to her room without getting busted. It occurred to her a little late that she had just spent the night with Del. Flushing, she bit her lip and hoped the girls would leave soon.
23 Jan 16, 03:09 PM
[×] Delmar: Her exit was speeded up by a pillow being picked up and the door shut just barely before a pillow smacked into it. "She's gone," he said unnecessarily a second later before it occurred to him they would go to her room as well. "Uh, I guess we need a story. You, uh, don't have any other clothes with you right now do you?" He had been paying mostly only attention to the naked parts of her which, reminded, made his hands flex unconsciously.
23 Jan 16, 05:41 PM
Sofia: She appeared barely moments after the door had closed. Nope, just what im wearing. She immediately saw the problem. "d@mn" she murmured. "Got any ideas?"
23 Jan 16, 05:47 PM
[×] Delmar: A glance at the door, but then as she reappeared his eyes came back to her form. "Uh, I can give you a shirt if you want, one of the ones I usually keep here and then you can make for the bathroom. If you can get there, then you can pretend you were in there I guess. Think it's worth a try?" Otherwise she'd be here while he was taking a shower and that surely would be discovered...
23 Jan 16, 06:03 PM
Sofia: "Worth a shot" she agreed. "Ill just tell them you left it over and ive been sleeping in it." She grinned, "ought to gross them out maybe."
23 Jan 16, 06:04 PM
Delmar: He gave her a half-awake but confused look. "Uh, okay." His hair was a tumbled mess, but as she took the shirt from him he sighed. "Shame we didn't have more time, I slept really well."
23 Jan 16, 06:10 PM
Sofia: Shirt in one hand, she made for the door and then hesitated when he spoke. Conflicting emotions warred in her eyes, but she moved toward him quickly and brushed her lips across his. "Me too" she said softly, and then disappeared out the door before he could respond.
23 Jan 16, 06:14 PM
[×] Delmar: Clearly he must have made a good decision somewhere along the line as she glanced back at him. When she came over he felt excitement build and the kiss was quick and unexpected. His hands touched her hips briefly before she pulled away and exited and he felt a sense of loss. As she exited he let himself fall back on the bed, his hand moving below his belt

[Shava]

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23 Jan 16, 06:17 PM
Delmar: Wearing a bathing suit and t-shirt, Delmar waited at the front door with two of his sisters while the rest were still getting ready upstairs. Teased about her friend being here, He turned with relief when they finally were coming down and he saw her.
23 Jan 16, 06:41 PM
Sofia: Sofia saw his relieved expression and grinned, wondering if his sisters had been giving him a hard time. "Miss me?" she teased softly
23 Jan 16, 06:43 PM
Delmar: The closed top showed she was wearing a pink suit underneath vaguely, but he still glanced up and down as he said "Yes, and thank goodness we're ready to go," he said to his sisters behind her as if they had held them all up as his father motioned for everyone to head out the door.
23 Jan 16, 06:47 PM
Sofia: Sliding on a pair of oversized sunglasses, she laughed softly. "Don't blame them, i couldn't find my cover" she shrugged and smiled apologetically up at him
23 Jan 16, 06:49 PM
[×] Delmar: They stepped outside, one of his younger sisters grabbing his hand as he caught Sofia's with his other and a shake of his head. "You'd think I'd be used to slow sisters--" to be smacked on the arm by one of his older sisters as another gave him a light push from behind. "Hey! Stuff it Del!" as his father got in front and led the way down the street glancing behind occasionally.

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23 Jan 16, 07:06 PM
Sofia: It was a bit strange how easily she fell into this. For the first time in her life, she felt almost normal. She turned her head to glare playfully at him. "Hey, they're teaching you some much needed patience."
23 Jan 16, 07:09 PM
Delmar: As he made a face at another sticking her tongue at him he shook his head again. "Nope, I've heard dad talk about it too. ike last week at the restaurant," he grinned at another before looking at her. "It's being the only guys that's the real problem. Not a lesson, it's called no organization." He grinned as the older girls began to ignore him, though the toss of one's hair gave away her hearing his words. After a block her father headed for a gate with his key in his hand
23 Jan 16, 07:13 PM
Sofia: She watched his sisters as he spoke and hid a laugh behind her other hand. Leaning toward him,she whispered,"At least four daughters, just watch." They paused as his father unlocked the gate.
23 Jan 16, 07:23 PM
[×] Delmar: His face turned towards her as he frowned. "Hey, you're supposed to be on my side..." Then half-shrugged as he knew the odds were probably against him. Inside the area the huge pool system opened up and several families were clearly there as his father led the way to a corner with a table and chairs still, setting down the towels for the family. "No running, stay in pairs, we'll eat in about a half hour so have fun. No splashing!" As they all dumped things...
23 Jan 16, 07:29 PM
Sofia: Another laugh, "I am on your side" she argued. "Mostly" she added with a wink. The sight of so much water and open air caused Sofia to brighten even more. Sliding the cover off her shoulders to reveal a bikini she knew Del would notice. She headed for the diving board and slid gracefully into the water
23 Jan 16, 07:34 PM
Delmar: "Ha!" as they all started to split up. He helped his youngest sister get her hair in a bun at her demand, but his eyes were watching Sophia walk towards the pool, and not because she was graceful! Freed of distractions, he slid his shirt off as he kicked his flops under the table and went straight for the water, finding a spot to jump in and then swim under to surface near Sophia. Surfacing, he glanced around to make sure his sisters were not close.
23 Jan 16, 07:36 PM
Sofia: She surfaced, her eyes finding his and she beamed before giving him a decidedly naughty look after making sure his sisters wouldn't notice.
23 Jan 16, 07:39 PM
[×] Delmar: He grinned, though it was hard not to look down. "See, I told you dating would get you to new places." He slid his arm around her middle as he said softer "New experiences are always the best..." Smiling with a look that said 'mine' as he touched her, he added "Very good experiences and I bet we can make even better ones with a little effort. Isn't this better then a hot tub?" his other hand rested on her hip concealed under the water
23 Jan 16, 07:56 PM
Sofia: She wasnt really accustomed to so much physical contact. Her parents didn't really show affection that way. His hand at her hip reminded her of the night before. "Maybe" she admitted, flushing lightly. "Im pretty sure everything i do with you will be a new experience."
23 Jan 16, 07:59 PM
Delmar: Feeling like he was really a man, Delmar grinned wolfishly. "Well can't do anything in the pool to radical so I think you're safe right now. But I really loved last night and wanted to tell you how much I appreciated you going the extra mile! What can I do to thank you?"
23 Jan 16, 08:07 PM
Sofia: She kissed his cheek. "I know " she agreed. He spoke about the night before, and she glanced around them before she answered. "Trust me, I'm good" she assured him. "It's just...a little different is all"
23 Jan 16, 08:11 PM
Delmar: A raised eyebrow as he kept his hands around her waist, debating on whether he could glance down safely enough yet without being accused of something. "Good or bad different?"
23 Jan 16, 08:14 PM
Sofia: "Good" she answered quickly, "I'm just not used to so much touching is all. My.parents don't really..." She trailed off and shrugged.
23 Jan 16, 08:17 PM
Delmar: He looked surprised. "But you seemed good for it last night. Otherwise you would have told me not to keep holding you, right?" And then a second thought. "Wait -- do your parents not hug you?"
23 Jan 16, 08:25 PM
Sofia: She looked embarrassed as she slowly shook her head, eyes downcast. "They hug each other sometimes " she added as an afterthought.
23 Jan 16, 08:30 PM
Delmar: That was odd. Maybe her parents were trying to toughen her up or something? Weird. "Huh. Okay, but you don't like me touching you right here?" His hands were still on her hips. "Or is it because there are like people around and you only want it when we're alone?"
23 Jan 16, 08:32 PM
Sofia: She looked up at him, confused. "I don't have a problem with you touching me" she corrected him. "At least not anymore."
23 Jan 16, 08:34 PM
Delmar: He should be bothered she had before, right? He thought a moment. Nah. "Oh good, that makes things easier. So what do you wanna do?"
23 Jan 16, 08:37 PM
Sofia: She laughed, "it kind of does" she admitted. Considering his question, she grinned. "Race you to the other side?"
23 Jan 16, 08:39 PM
[×] Delmar: She laughed so things must be better. "Okay, what's the winner's prize?" He took his hands away and turned looking to see how far it was though it wasn't a wide pool, only a long one.
23 Jan 16, 09:46 PM
Sofia: Rolling her eyes at him, she laughed. "The pride of a job well done?" she answered teasingly. "If I win, you have to paint your nails purple for the rest of the week, if you win...what do you want?"
23 Jan 16, 09:51 PM
Delmar: He glanced back at her hearing the line. "Toenails or fingers? It's an important difference. and I choose you to tell dad you don't want to wait to marry me." He laughed
23 Jan 16, 10:00 PM
Sofia: Arching a brow, she considered, "for a risk like that, definitely fingers" she insisted. "If they move up the contract, it's on your head." Then, without warning, she took off for the opposite end.
23 Jan 16, 10:02 PM
Delmar: Surprised, but still game that she went along with the idea, he started to retort, but had to drop it and dive after her. Fortunately he did spend a lot of time in the water with friends so he still had a decent chance...
23 Jan 16, 10:07 PM
Sofia: Swimming for everything she was worth, she didn't dare glance behind her to see where he was. Married before they were even out of school, was he out of his mind? She grasped the edge, chest heaving, she blinked several times to clear her eyes.
23 Jan 16, 10:14 PM
Delmar: Inspired by male testosterone, Delmar pushed himself hard (not that the answer wouldn't be in a few seconds as the pool wasn't that wide). Smacking his hand against the far wall he surfaced, shaking his head from side to side and checking to see where she was. He realized in that instant they had tied.
23 Jan 16, 10:19 PM
Sofia: "So..." she drew out the word. "We both lost...or both won?" She had honestly expected to get beaten, and so was very surprised.
23 Jan 16, 10:21 PM
Delmar: He seemed mixed, as if he wasn't sure either. "I think both. Do you even have purple nail polish?" And then after a minute of a frown. "And why would you?"
23 Jan 16, 10:33 PM
Sofia: "Of course I have purple nail polish." She bit her lip, "so, married huh?"
23 Jan 16, 10:36 PM
[×] Delmar: He raised an eyebrow at her. "Why? You nearly always wear pinks and peaches." Hearing the hesitation in her voice he smiled slightly, ruefully. "It will make it much easier to hang out without my sisters walking in on us and getting us both in trouble. And you'll get to go everywhere with us too."

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27 Feb 16, 06:35 PM
Sofia: She hid the small clip in her sleeve. The realization of what it did had come swiftly after she had found it on the floor, and with that an idea. It seemed to draw out the emotions a person buried deepest. For Sofia that meant she was becoming more and more desperate to touch and be touched, but she wondered, even as she struggled with her own feelings, what it might do to Delmar. His physical aspects were nowhere near repressed, so what was? If she was going to be his wife, wasn't that something she ought to know. At least this was what she told herself as she went in search of him. When she found him, she tugged his sleeve gently, seemingly to get his attention, but as she did so, she slid the tiny clip in place. "Hey Del" she spoke softly, sounding different than she usually did as a result of her own extended contact with the object.
27 Feb 16, 09:42 PM
[×] Delmar: In a window well staring out at the rain, Del was enjoying a fantasy about Suzy Jerkins in Hufflepuff who he had nearly in the palm of his hand. The silly girl was definitely missing some brain cells, but she was nearly convinced that Del was right about what she needed was some very personal attention on his part. A smirk was on his face as he sat there, delving into a dearly loved outcome when he felt the tug and his head whipped around as he tensed-- then realized who it was. "Ah! Oh. HI Sofia. What are you doing wandering around?" Something was very different here....
27 Feb 16, 09:46 PM
Sofia: Sofia studied him for a moment, then shrugged one shoulder gently. "Looking for you" she answt ered, much braver now that she was on a mission to satisfy her curiosity. "My parents wrote to tell me they'll be with my brother in Switzerland seeing some specialist over the holidays, and I was wondering what your plans were." Completely truthful, which helped. She hated staying in the castle for Christmas, though it did beat being at home by herself.
27 Feb 16, 09:50 PM
Delmar: An eyebrow went up, but he was only half paying attention as some little thought was bothering him and he tried to chase it down, a slight frown beginning. "Oh?" he said automatically. There was certainly something different about-- his eyes widened at her words and he wondered about that suddenly. "Uh. Dad has us in the North I think... Doesn't that bother you? Them, being gone?" What did she do during the holidays actually?
27 Feb 16, 09:54 PM
Sofia: She leaned a bit on the frame of the window he was sitting in, and offered a half smile that felt odd on her face. "They're always gone during the holidays" she answered, trying to sound nonchalant. "I usually just stay here. They don't want me to be bored while they're...working with my brother and such." At least, that was what she told herself when the letter always came. "Up north? Like where?"
27 Feb 16, 09:58 PM
[×] Delmar: What had she done? Lightened her hair? Stopped looking depre-- His eyes dropped to slits as something sank in. "Wait, always? Don't you all do something during the holidays?" How often were they gone? The answer from memory disturbed him and he straightened up some turning more her way and letting his legs drape down. "Oh It's in his last letter, I don't remember where exactly. Sofia. What do you do when you are here?" Man, she must miss them a lot. He would miss his sisters wouldn't he? Now his eyes went downwards towards the floor but not exactly.
27 Feb 16, 10:04 PM
Sofia: A shake of her head. "No not really" she admitted. "Some of the specialists my brother needs are only available during the holidays, so when I was younger I stayed with Galleta and now..." another shrug. "I stay at the school." At his question, she tilted her head as though carefully considering her answer but trying not to show it. "What everyone else does I guess. There's the feast and the snow on the ceiling and all. They send presents of course." Was he different? Maybe, it was hard to tell.
27 Feb 16, 10:06 PM
Delmar: His sisters. Yes, he would miss them, but he hadn't ever realized that before. What would Sofia do without her parents around? The answer was more obvious then he liked and it brought out a frown of concentration as several thoughts surfaced he'd never had before though he knew the answers. "Oh. Well, that sucks." Her brother had something really nasty too. "Hey..." He looked up at her, feeling rather odd. "Do-- Do you need a hug?" Where the h3ll did that come from? "That sounds quiet. Way too quiet."
27 Feb 16, 10:08 PM
Sofia: She looked up, obviously startled by the question. "I...well, yeah if you don't..." She was studying him again. "You don't mind?" She smiles again, a touch rueful but less sad. "A little, yeah, but you get used to it."
27 Feb 16, 10:11 PM
[×] Delmar: Well, he didn't know why he had said it, but he could surely manage it with her. He'd known her long enough. Holding out his arms awkwardly (and not thinking the least about where she would be up against him for once) he pulled her in for one. "Why would I mind? Ask anytime." A tight hug, a more comforting one then he was aware he had ever done before. "Uh, I can ask my dad if you could come with us or..." Did she want his help? He had the idea she was often annoyed with him somehow....
27 Feb 16, 10:15 PM
Sofia: Since hugs were a rare occurrence for Sofia, she was unsure, and obviously wary given her past experience with Del, but when he pulled her close it felt...good...really good actually. And then he spoke and she looked up at him, the beginnings of a real smile on her face. "Del, really?" She was more touched by the gesture than she had expected, and for a moment she has forgotten the pin. "That would be...wonderful." She bit her lip, unsure whether to pull away or what to do really.
27 Feb 16, 10:17 PM
Delmar: It was odd, normally he'd be thinking about her body and what he could do like this, but this time felt...different. He felt her relax a bit and that made his offer more important then he had realized. "Of course I mean it. We've been friends forever, Sofia, Merlin!" As if he had always meant it before and that brought a surge of guilt up. While she was still against him he rubbed her back as he said into her hair "Or I could stay here. I mean, I see my family a lot you know and if you need someone around."
27 Feb 16, 10:24 PM
Sofia: It felt amazing when he started rubbing her back, comforting yes, but also...She was /aware/ of him in a way she had never been before. She shook her head when he offered to stay. "No, of course not. You need to be with your family at Christmas" she smiled. "Your sisters would never forgive me, and if your parents would rather it just be family, I'll understand" she assured him. "Really"She hadn't noticed that she had settled in between his legs at that moment, and she felt much more comfortable in his personal space than she would have expected. "Del I..." What would he do if she kissed him? She wanted to, badly, and he was literally the only guy on earth she was actually allowed to kiss. She shifted closer, testing her own nerve. She had never kissed him before, had never felt the urge to do so before now.
27 Feb 16, 10:27 PM
Delmar: He frowned and pulled back enough to look her in the face closer then he had been before. "Oh right, I don't think my sisters will mind having all of dad's attention for once. And if it's just about family you need it more." Why hadn't he noticed her reactions before? Stupid Del, he thought. "Del what? COme on, Sofia, you know me. What did you want to say? Just do it." He had an inkling she was feeling something for him, but he wasn't sure what she needed right now was that...
27 Feb 16, 10:31 PM
Sofia: For the first time, quite possibly in her entire life, Sofia felt wanted. It was entirely the right thing to say, and she felt her guard coming down even more when he said it. She was close enough to him now that she could just...and then he spoke, telling her to 'just do it' and she smiled, a real smile, quite possibly the first she'd ever given him that was void of annoying and the other more usual negative emotions. "All right" She leaned forward, raised her chin, and kissed him softly, inexpert but full of complicated emotions. When she pulled back, she was biting her lip and asking him with her eyes if what had just happened between them was okay. They had never been here before after all.
27 Feb 16, 10:34 PM
[×] Delmar: After all, they were family really, or would be. He needed to make sure she felt that too, right? A variety of emotions and unusual thinking swirled in his mind throwing him off his usual reactions. She smiled and it caught his eye really how pretty she could be. When she kissed him, he noticed her awkwardness and caught on quickly to what she was missing. He let her go ahead her way for a moment, kissing her back. A rueful smile. "Here, when you do it tilt your head like this," he said putting a hand on her chin o adjust and then with an actually affectionate smile kissed her properly, soft, exploratory, and then more firmly. It was the first emotion filled kiss he had ever had.
27 Feb 16, 10:40 PM
Sofia: When he spoke, she blushed, embarrassed at first, and it was on the tip of her tongue to apologize, but then he continued, surprising her again, and she let him guide her, tilting her face the right way and then kissing her again, differently this time. It was obvious he knew what he was doing, but she found herself appreciative of that more than annoyed by it. So she let him lead, and she kissed back as well as she could, opening herself to him completely for the first time in their lives. She had wanted to feel close to someone, anyone, but now she wanted nothing more than she wanted to feel close to him. She relaxed completely, giving over to what she felt, and in that moment he could have led her anywhere.
27 Feb 16, 10:44 PM
[×] Delmar: Yes, that was the right move. She opened up much more and the kiss was far better then what he had had before, another dimension to it then with other girls. And she was a prize, he realized, one to be savored more then trapped. What had he been doing? He threw more of himself into this kiss then before, letting her feel his interest in pleasing her and helping her along. And when the kiss came to an end so she could breath, he made his way down her throat only, just to hint at so much more, but to show he also cared enough to take care of her. His arms tightened around her, not too low, and he breathed in her scent up close and found himself decidedly attracted.

27 Feb 16, 10:54 PM
Sofia: She kept expecting him to go further than she was ready for, and when he didn't she remembered suddenly the pin in his sleeve as he pulled away to give her a moment to catch her breath. As his lips traveled down the column of her throat, she laid a hand on his leg to brace herself as she tilted her head reflexively, enjoying the new sensations more immensely than she might have dreamed. She felt his breath against her skin, and she laid her head on his shoulder, her nose just brushing his skin above his collar. She felt warm and safe, content beyond words to be exactly where she was. She wondered then, how deep inside of him this version of Delmar Torres was buried. She could spend the rest of her life with this person. With a soft sigh, she ran her fingers lightly over his upper arm as though caressing him, but in reality she was merely retrieving the clip. In a show of tucking her hair behind her ear, she hid the clip among her tresses, and then stayed where she was, dreading the return of the person she knew, but content to stay there, in his lap, head on his shoulder until her welcome ran out.
28 Feb 16, 12:11 AM
Del: After he kissed his way down he returned to her lips for a brush of a kiss and then pulled her closer in the hug again. "Ah Sofia, I wish you had told me how you felt sooner." He was aware of her adjusting her hair, but it was another moment or two before his awareness began to change. And as it did he shifted slightly from comforting to thoughtful to calculating. Clearly he was on a roll tonight and the suspicion he might manage more out of this before the wedding then before sparked a secondary idea towards her. "I could stay here during the break if that would make you feel better, Sofia. It surely would be better for us both then you alone."

28 Feb 16, 12:34 AM
Sofia: She pulled back far enough that she could see his eyes. The calculating look with which she was familiar had returned, and though she was tempted to replace the clip and risk the consequences of his discovering it later, she resisted in favor of having other opportunities to use it later on. "I wasn't sure how I felt until about five minutes ago." What she didn't tell him was that the only thing she was sure of was a strong desire to draw out the person that this spell had unearthed. She needed to research, but he had held on to the concept of staying at school for the holidays rather than leave her alone, and though Sofia suspected he now had motives for the offer, she smiled anyway. "See what your father says" she answered as the fog gradually cleared from her head as well. "I'm used to being alone, Del, good at it even, its not a big deal." It was strange to miss someone who was still technically so close. Was there, perhaps, a way to cast the spell on him directly? Merlin what she wouldn't give for the right book just now. Still, she wanted to see just how far the differences went. "Either way I'll be all right."
28 Feb 16, 12:54 AM
Del: A smile and a laugh. "Yes, it can creep up on you. Still, it would have changed a lot. We'll just have to see how it goes." Kiss her again? no she seemed to be pulled back now as if realizing what she had done. He'd have to watch for other opportunities now that the cat was out of the bag. After all, she was his in the end anyway. "I'll ask then. Merlin knows I spend half the time escaping my sisters during it and the rest playing socialite." She spoke about being used to it and he didn't pick up on the meaning behind that. "Well, I suspect you've had a lot of practice. I know you like being with my family though so I'll ask about both." It would be far easier to make a move on her during the break here though then at home for sure. He tilted his head at her, hands still behind her in a close hug which he was rather enjoying. She felt nice in his hands, up close and personal. "You know, you could write a letter to father asking what our plans were if you wanted."
28 Feb 16, 01:02 AM
Sofia: She nodded agreement with that statement, even as she marveled over how much something so small could change a person. Now that the clip was back with her, she could feel the temptation to continue her exploration of him. The hand which still rested on his thigh tensed a bit in resistance. She laughed softly, though not at him so much as the idea. "You playing socialite?" She made a face. "I can't picture it." She bit her lip, debating on whether to risk kissing him without the device, which had only intensified her urges. "Thanks" she murmured softly, and she was watching his mouth unconsciously as she debated her choices. When he brought up her writing his father, it brought her up short. "I...well...I've never really...wouldn't that be a little odd? I wouldn't want him to think I was trying to invite myself."
28 Feb 16, 01:09 AM
Del: As she was still between his legs, Del knew he was feeling some changes down there. Hopefully they were subtle enough she wouldn't realize; that sort of thing was a weapon to some girls to use against a guy, finding out they had the hots for you. In his case it was more thinking ahead to what she would eventually have to give him anyway. he made a face at her words. "I didn't say I was good at nor do I like it, but I have to for the business. Got to learn how to handle clients." He sighed; it took away a lot of time from friends but that was part of the reason he went out whenever he could. He shrugged. "Dad likes you, you know. Silly girl, I didn't say ask about Christmas day. Just ask as if you were curious what everyone was doing. You don't have to mention your own situation."
28 Feb 16, 01:18 AM
Sofia: Sofia could feel the irritation creeping back slowly around the edges of her consciousness, but it was bearable at the moment, and he wasn't being wholly intolerable by far yet. She grinned when he mentioned clients. ""Doesn't sound like much fun" she acknowledged. "So you really wouldn't mind staying here with me then?" This was progress, she could work with this, but then, she wasn't exactly thinking clearly herself anymore. She liked the way he kissed her before when the spell had helped, but she wondered if she would enjoy it still when he was just as he was. "He does?" she looks and sounds genuinely surprised before she raises her eyes to his and bites her lower lip. "Del" she speaks softly, almost hesitantly. "Will you kiss me again?" It would be different, she was certain, but she wanted to know how much.
28 Feb 16, 01:28 AM
Del: He shrugged. "I have to learn it. It's what supports us all, you too eventually." Well duh, he thought to himself. you did just kiss me. "hey i told you to ask when you wanted something, right? I wouldn't mind it. Give us some time to ourselves, right?" A sigh at her, and a roll of his eyes. "have you not noticed? Maybe he's just used to having daughters around, but he treats you just like he does them. Isn't that what you like about our house?" By house he meant household since they were rarely in the same place during her visits. His smile grew at her request. "Certainly. You don't mind being out in the hall like this why should I?" he leaned in and kissed her, deeper then before knowing she already had tried the light stuff. His interest in her had to come across and his hands certainly tightened behind her as he leaned into her more. Yes, this was what he wanted, he decided...

28 Feb 16, 01:35 AM
Sofia: She pondered that as the realization sunk in. It made sense, suddenly, that she was being raised and trained the way she was. They were training her to be, not just any wife, but /his/ wife specifically. It was a strange thought to realize that it was possible her entire upbringing was to prepare her for life with him. She nodded thoughtfully. "It would be nice not to have so many people around to watch our every move" Because at home it seemed like there was always someone close by, undoubtedly to discourage them from...well everything she was thinking about now. He rolled his eyes, and she nearly snorted. Yep, the old Del was well and truly back. A nod at his question about her father. "Yes" she agreed softly. "Its nice...to have everyone around, its not so quiet that way." She had expected him to gloat a bit, and was surprised when he didn't. She hadn't considered the ramifications of being out in the hall, but it wasn't like everyone in their year didn't know at this point. They

28 Feb 16, 01:38 AM
Sofia: could hardly gossip about the fact she was kissing the man she was eventually going to marry. When he kissed her this time, however, it was deeper, more intense, which suited her magically fueled desires perfectly at that moment. She was also somewhat grateful for where they were. After all, things couldn't go too far out here. When she kissed him back this time, it was more about experience than emotion, wanting to test the changes in him. So she leaned in close, pressed herself to him and waited to see how quickly he would cross the line of her comfort

28 Feb 16, 01:45 AM
Del: Clearly she got it and that was good. She'd better realize how many things he was doing for both of them, even if long before. "Seriously. Little sisters, it's like they have some magical sense for when to show up." An odd thought occurred to him. "Are the hallways like super quiet? Do they still check the halls every night?" When she leaned into him more, she had to feel his lower changes he was sure and if she reacted to it without noticing well, he could hardly complain about that now could he? His hands slid up her back as she did so, feeling her in his arms and hoping to feel more of her, far more exploratory then the first time with fingers spread out. She took his kiss more and tried to match him so he edged her farther in, touching his tongue across her lips.
28 Feb 16, 01:55 AM
Sofia: She laughed softly. "Who knows, maybe they do." She glanced around, "I think so" she answered softly. "How late is it?" Merlin, she had never missed curfew before, but then he was kissing her, and she was so thoroughly distracted by the sensations created by his lips on hers and his hands on her body that she forgot the risk for a moment. She realized how much she liked being the center of his attention, though she tried not to dwell on how long that would last. When his tongue brushed over her lips, she parted them, more in surprise and curiosity than actual invitation. She was certain now that he wanted her physically, and that somewhere, deep down, he maybe even cared about her. She wondered if he realized that part at all without the spell. The thought makes her break the kiss. Del had kissed a lot of girls, she knew, he had never been particularly discreet about it. The thought cooled her blood considerably.
28 Feb 16, 02:00 AM
Del: he had meant the break time, but she apparently thought now. "I mean during Christmas." her lips opened to his touch and he played around them at first, wanting her to feel it was a good thing first off. And it was good he had hesitated as she pulled back a tad suddenly as if remembering something. Covering his disappointment he added "Probably smart. We've got time after all, right?" d@mn it.
28 Feb 16, 02:12 AM
Sofia: "Oh" she exhaled, relieved. "Right" She looked thoughtful. "Im not really sure. Its not like I ever have a reason to stay up late" she pointed out. When she pulled back, she expected him to force the issue. When he spoke, however, she beamed at him, which was an entirely new experience in itself. Maybe he wasn't as bad as she had thought. "Right, time" and she realized she sounded disappointed herself. "Maybe somewhere not so public" she added, still smiling.
28 Feb 16, 02:22 AM
Del: he gave her an odd, but curious look. "No late night library raids? No kitchen hot chocolate at late night?" He frowned. "Well maybe this break will be different." he laughed but not loudly. "Ah yes, probably find somewhere more comfortable then a window too. Shame there isn't a lounge or something here. Everyone can only get together in the common rooms."
28 Feb 16, 02:29 AM
Sofia: She laughed, "not during Christmas. I don't read /all/ the time, Del." She looked thoughtful, "supposedly there is something called the come and go room. Its in Hogwarts: A History, but I've never found it." She had never stayed this close to him for this long before. She had felt his reaction to her earlier and she couldn't deny the satisfaction of it.
28 Feb 16, 02:36 AM
Del: He looked surprised, having assumed most ravies were the same. "Oh. Okay, didn't know that. " An odd look, though he doubted she heard the name as dirty. "What the heck? What weird sort of room is that?" Out of thought he began to move his hands up and down he back again since she seemed to like it, which kept her physically close to him. He could still taste her on his lips and licked them at that thought.
28 Feb 16, 02:43 AM
Sofia: She laughed softly at his expression. "Supposedly the room appears when a person has 'real need' of it, and contains what they need at the time. There is supposed to be another way, but it's not in the book." He began rubbing her back again, surprising her. She relaxed as some of her earlier tension seemed to ebb. "That feels really good", she admitted softly, unaware that she may have been reacting a bit more than most people.
28 Feb 16, 02:47 AM
Del: The room sounded weird, but interesting. "Huh, I'll ask around and see what anyone knows then. Sounds odd. Maybe we can make that our holiday adventure." She pressed against him just enough to keep him at that thrill level so the back rub did serve more then one purpose. "Cool. I don't know how to do massage or any of that stuff, but this is pretty easy." Another look before he offered "As before, ask me when you want it. We've known each other long enough." Wondering what had brought this all on, it occurred to him that if she had been feeling alone, for a girl that might be enough. He figured a few girls had spent time with him just for attention, maybe she wanted it sometimes too? Could it be that simple with any girl though? He wasn't sure. Except for hormones, he had never been all that good at piecing their reactions together.
28 Feb 16, 09:39 AM
Sofia: Sofia thought this made sense. If anyone would know where a secret room was located, she felt like a Gryffindor would. She was immediately brightened by the prospect of a 'holiday adventure' as he put it. It gave her something to look forward to during a time she had mostly ever spent alone. "That would be really amazing" she assured him. She didn't particularly care what he did or didn't know how to do, she liked what he was doing, and that was what mattered to her. "This is fine" she assured him, eyes half closed and a small smile on her face, the most relaxed she had ever been with him without magical assistance. She considered that, 'ask when you want it' and wondered if it could really be that simple. Was that the way he thought of their relationship? It explained why he was always so forward about everything. It had never occurred to her that she could be the same. In fairness, even if she could, she wasn't sure she /could/ anyway. Still, she nodded. "Okay" she murmured softly.
28 Feb 16, 09:44 AM
Sofia: The sound of footsteps coming down the previously deserted hallway startled her. "Ms. Belmonte, Mr. Torres" the voice of Professor McGonagal was easy to recognize. "I suggest the two of you make your way back to your dorms as curfew is fast-approaching." Sofia pulled back from Delmar and stood, nodding. "Yes Professor" To Delmar she added, "I'll see you later Del" and then, after a moment's hesitation, "and thanks."

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28 Feb 16, 09:49 AM
Sofia: Christmas eve arrived, and Soifia was currently sitting in a window in one of the seventh floor passages near where she knew the Gryffindor common room was. Del had promised to show her the ROR tonight, and she was more than a little excited. In the mean time, she was trying to look as inconspicuous as possible, her face hidden behind a large book she wasn't actually reading, rather peeking over top of it in search of him. It was as good an opportunity as any to test the device again. She had resisted as long as possible. Really.
28 Feb 16, 12:00 PM
Delmar: Unsuspecting, Delmar had made a point of working till he had found someone who knew about the entrance and how to get in there. In fact the room was so oddly named he had become intrigued and once he knew where and how it was, he had gone there a few times before he told her about having found it. For whatever reason she had for letting him get closer, he thought it was a good chance to play up their private relationship more so. He was half dressed up still himself, though with his coat under one arm as it felt more like the time to be finally winding down. "Hey there," he said getting closer and stopping with a hand out for hers. "You all ready? I don't think we would have found this without help." The possibility of sex, after all, was a powerful motivator for him like any teenage boy and having found what he knew she wanted, he felt this was a good chance to make up some ground on their 'next time more private' concept. Those trips had allowed him to play up the ideas of trying out some things and he felt good about what he had so far.
28 Feb 16, 12:10 PM
Sofia: She spotted him, and her eyes widened. She had seen him dressed up before of course,but never for her specifically. He offered his hand and she took it without hesitation. Feelings partially fueled by the small clip in her hair. "Very" she confirmed, her excitement evident. She had obviously been looking forward to this. "I can't believe you actually did it" she grinned. "I'm impressed."
28 Feb 16, 12:16 PM
[×] Delmar: He felt a bit of a swell in the ego, but took it as his due. Pretending to downplay it he said as he started to walk leading her (which is the way he rather wanted their relationship to go anyway) "I have no idea why it's so well hidden. And weird space too. It's like half house, half classroom." Not walking too fast, he turned down a hallway adding "It took some doing to find it. Even with instructions." Rubbing a finger over the back of her hand as they walked, he rather hoed she liked the fact he was cleaned up and had some aftershave on as well. Girls dug clean guys he thought. He deliberately didn't want to mention in any way the fact the room changed shape. That might ruin what he had in mind.
28 Feb 16, 12:27 PM
Sofia: She let him lead her down the passage, enjoying the feeling of her hand in his immensely. She tried to picture what he was describing and found it difficult. "I guess I'll just have to wait and see " she said finally. He smelled good, she realized, and she leaned in closer as they walked. Leaning up, she kissed his cheek. "Well, I appreciate it." She beamed up at him, pleased and even a little touched.
28 Feb 16, 12:30 PM
Delmar: He nodded at her answer, liking the fact she went along with him without really questioning his being in control. When she kissed him, he stopped in the hall and gave her a kiss back, choosing her lips instead and showing his clear interest in her before just a moment before pulling away and saying "Now, stand right here and I'll get it opened up." Walking back and forth in the hall, he concentrated on the three area space he had dreamed up until the door suddenly appeared.
28 Feb 16, 12:49 PM
Sofia: He kissed her and she kissed him back more easily than she would have thought. She stood where he told her, watching closely. When the door appeared, she moved closer, but didn't go in. "You really did it!" Turning, she grinned before she kissed him again, seemingly in her excitement, but her arms around his neck allowed her to place the clip on the edge of his collar at the back of his neck where it could be neither seen nor felt.
28 Feb 16, 12:51 PM
[×] Delmar: He felt even better about her excitement and after he kissed her a second time (liking she was doing it so easily) he led her to the door one arm around her waist opening the door for her to step in. The hall wasn't long, though the mirror at the end made it seem bigger. "Here's the first space. It leads into a practice hall. Guess they needed to get past the rooms here first in the building. Not bad tho."

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28 Feb 16, 12:57 PM
Sofia: She entered the room and looked around, suddenly awed."It's beautiful "she murmured distractedly. She wondered how it worked, but she was enjoying the moment too much to ask. "You mean there's more than one room?" She tilted her head, curious.
28 Feb 16, 12:59 PM
[×] Delmar: He nodded, glad his hand was already around her middle and she didn't seem to realize it. "Just past these benches." He led her around the corner and pointed to the left where the hall opened up. "This is the practice space I guess, what I think looks like a classroom. But the real secret to me is over here." Behind them now as he turned her was a door half hidden in an alcove.

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28 Feb 16, 01:06 PM
Sofia: She caught a glimpse of the large empty space, which didn't appeal nearly as much as the mystery door he was referring to. Unable to stand her own curiosity any longer, she opened the door, but didn't pull away, enjoying his nearness thanks to her prolonged exposure to the clip. "This is...perfect " The room was warm and familiar feeling. She turned to him, raised her chin to grin at him. "I love it."
28 Feb 16, 01:09 PM
Delmar: He followed her to the door quite easily, wanting to be near her and make sure she stayed aware of him, but he was having doubts this was quite ...right. "Isn't it though?" He stepped in, pulling the door shut behind them anyway. "Nice and warm too like home, not like this cold climate." He slid both arms around her middle, turning to face her, feeling her in his arms and smiling.
28 Feb 16, 01:14 PM
Sofia: She continued to stare at him like he was the most incredible person she had ever met. Laying her head on his chest, she sighed. "It's exactly right" she informed him. She took his hand, brushing her thumb over his knuckles. "What did your father say when you wrote him about staying? "
28 Feb 16, 01:17 PM
[×] Delmar: Clearly she was nearly ready, but a part of him couldn't bring himself to follow through with what he planned. He wondered how much time she ever spent with her family. "Feels great doesn't it?" he sighed, closing his eyes at the heat from the fireplace. "Oh he was disappointed I'm sure, but he seemed pretty happy too that I was staying here to keep you company. My sisters however, I'm expecting about a jillion notes with presents tomorr--" Momentarily distracted from even the girl in his hands he asked suddenly eyes opening. "Say, how do they get presents here?"
28 Feb 16, 01:20 PM
Sofia: She nodded, "I bet. The owls bring them and the elves distribute them I think. I'm not sure. There's always a pile at the foot of my bed every year."
28 Feb 16, 01:25 PM
Delmar: Piled at the foot of the bed. Hmm, that sounded nice, a pile. Hands flexing around her waist slightly he said "Nice. I ought to sneak you into the dorm and just throw notes at you so you can answer them. That might make them back off some." She smelled great and felt good too. He remembered the taste of her lips, but found himself thinking about how badly she needed this visit. And here he was tying to get into her skirts instead. He frowned at his own thoughts. "Well anyway, it's a good place to hide away from other people so I'm glad you asked about the space. Wanna sit down?" Maybe if he put a little distance between them he could back off a bit?
28 Feb 16, 01:40 PM
Sofia: "Ill answer them for you" she agreed. "But I'm not sure about sneaking into a dorm full of Lions. " She nodded,"sure" Sliding her shoes off, she stretched out in the window alcove which was full of pillows, somewhat intentionally exposing more of her legs and midriff than she had before. "Works for me. "
28 Feb 16, 01:47 PM
[×] Delmar: He laughed as she sat shaking his head. "Nope, it's pretty quiet right now. There are only three who stayed over and none in my year or above. I've got the top of the tower nearly to myself." He sat down about three feet away and pushed the pillows around so he could lie on his back, unintentionally covering the clip. "Ah, so nice to be still. So if not the dorm, then, where shall we meet in the morning?" A glance at her saw her midriff which caught his eyes and his lips thinned, trying to keep his mind off her body was going to require some work!
28 Feb 16, 01:56 PM
Sofia: She bit her lip. "Maybe then"She looked thoughtful. "We could just stay here" she pointed out. "I bet the elves know about it, and who else is going to care?" She rolled onto her side, adding a good bit of cleavage to the image she was presenting him with. ,"You said this was a good place to hide." She gave him a mischievous look. "Let's hide."
28 Feb 16, 01:59 PM
Delmar: At her idea, his mind jumped. Was she suggestin--? No, couldn't be. Girls like her just didn't. A glance around as the original intention in planning this out had different conotations then she seemed to be thinking. "You mean sleep here?" Wow, this was not the direction he had been thinking. "It is. I guess we could." A second glance at her, his eyes catching on her cleavage and being forced up some. "Problem is I don't have any pjs here you know." Not that he slept in anything but his underwear.
28 Feb 16, 02:07 PM
Sofia: "Sure, why not?" She smirked. "We're getting married next year anyway right? "It's something we should get used to, right?" She caught him looking and the smirk broadened. "You don't normally sleep in pajamas do you? "
28 Feb 16, 02:15 PM
[×] Delmar: His eyes went wide. She had temporarily short-circuited his mind because of the device attached to him. And the rush he was getting from her look was sending him in a direction not expected. ""Yeah. I guess that's true. You just never seemed that interested in it till now so I'm a bit taken aback I guess." The idea of getting used to sleeping with her wouldn't be exactly what she probably thought it was, but who was he to refuse what she seemed to be offering? Her smirk stung and he responded with a raised eyebrow. "You don't strike me as someone who sleeps without them. And no, you are right. I prefer things more...natural." There, he'd see how she reacted to that.
28 Feb 16, 04:08 PM
Sofia: Sofia frowned,when he did, disconcerted. "Del" she spoke softly. After a moment's hesitation, she rolled over onto him, her body flush against his though she pushed herself up on her arms, her hair falling like a curtain around them both. "I'm interested, just..." She bit her lip. "It's like this is the only thing I have any control over in my life, and in a year I won't even have that." Her body would essentially be his. "So I want to do this while it's still my choice." And then she kissed him, removing the clip in the process. However he responded, she wanted it to be him, no magic, just the two of them. She pulled back, running her fingers through her hair to hide it again. She stared at him willing him to say anything as long as it didn't hurt her.
28 Feb 16, 08:04 PM
[×] Delmar: "Wait--" he thought his mind catching up. "How did you know I don't?" And then she proved her words were right and she explained, rolling over onto him in as forward a move as she could really. So it came down to control and with that he could sympathize, surprisingly. "I got it. I do have a lot more options in the future, it's true." And those options he was paying for in advance with all the lessons and time used for learning. She kissed him and his hands came up automatically to hold her waist to support her balance. The kiss was, in truth, as good as that amazing one a few weeks ago, intense and full of desire. It didn't take much to bring him into interest fully and then he smiled at her when she broke it. "My, not usually your style going first. I think I like that." A hand came up to cup her cheek softly before he asked "I think I want to undress you. Slowly..."
28 Feb 16, 08:46 PM
Sofia: She smiled when he spoke, and though she wondered whether the magic had faded, there was no denying the attraction she felt for him. "I thought you might " she answered, looking pleased to have gotten the response from him. He touched her cheek and she closed her eyes for a moment, enjoying the simple pleasure of the contact. When he spoke, however, she bit her lip, a bit f the old reservations resurfacing, but she found his eyes again and took a deep breath. "Okay" and then, slowly, she begaan kissing a slow trail down his throat, mimicking his actions from the other night.
28 Feb 16, 08:52 PM
Delmar: Sneaky Ravenclaw. "What, I fit a type? I'll have to be more creative then." He said it with a smile. His words got to her, puling some of her reservations back up he saw; he'd have to be careful about how fast he went for sure or the bird was likely to panic. Of course, on top of him there was little he could manage at the moment. She began kissing him as his hands went down some, holding her rear more then her waist, flexing her with pleasure. "Not too fast, I want to savor this..."
28 Feb 16, 09:08 PM
Sofia: She laughed. "How would I know? " she pointed out. "I don't know what type you are Del. I just know you. " She paused in what she was doing when he spoke to arch a brow. "Who are you and what have you done with Delmar Torres?"
28 Feb 16, 09:12 PM
[×] Delmar: He shrugged as best he could underneath her with a rueful smile. "Okay, good point. You do know more about me then anyone else." He laughed at her reaction and while holding her @ss and back suddenly rolled over so she ended up on the bottom. "Guess you've never seen me open very special gifts before..." And kissed her, deeply from right off the bat and finding he had remembered her taste perfectly.
28 Feb 16, 09:23 PM
Sofia: She nodded, "only since birth" she pointed out chekily.When he rolled with her, it startled her somewhat, but she should have known he wouldn't ewe able to give up the dominant spot for long. He kissed her and she followed him, surrendering to it, but when she pulled back to catch her breath, she bit her lip and searched his eyes. "Does it really count as a gift when it's been yours your whole life?" She asked softly, curious as to what he might say.
28 Feb 16, 09:26 PM
Delmar: He nodded at her words, one hand sliding up her leg under the edge of her skirt. "Because you choose to offer it? Yes. I would say that makes it special, in fact." A kiss at the base of the throat and down between her breasts. Merlin she smelled so good there. "And one could say it's a gift I've been waiting for most of my life so I want to make sure and enjoy it the most.. You aren't cheap trash, Sofia."
28 Feb 16, 09:37 PM
Sofia: She brushed her hair to confirm that she had in fact retrieved the clip. When it was still there, she focused on Del completely. He moved a hand up her skirt, nearly to the top of her stockings which were held up by magic rather than clipped. "And me offering it makes it better to you?" She laughed softly in spite of herself. "That's good at least" she wasn't sure how to handle his sincerity.
28 Feb 16, 09:41 PM
[×] Delmar: It was sincere actually, because it meant she wanted him and he loved that. Seeing desire in her for him added another whole dimension to it all. "Oh Absolutely," as he caught the top of her stocking and slid it down, his fingers under the material his fingers enjoying the entire length of her leg, using his arm to get her to bend her leg so he didn't have to move far. At the end as he caressed her foot the material fell off the side.
28 Feb 16, 10:12 PM
[×] Delmar: Smelling her in her shirt, Del found it hard to be patient. He had thought he would only get here much later on, but this early chance was raising his heart rate quickly! Changing hands he removed her other stocking the same way, then moved up her legs to slide up under her shirt and slip around her side, enjoying his sudden rights to do so. "Choose, what would you like off me first, Sofia..." Offering her a chance would probably help him for a few minutes.
28 Feb 16, 10:38 PM
Sofia: As he removed the stockings, she watched him, squirming slightly when his fingers brushed her bare skin, focused entirely on the sensation and the sight of him. There was something terribly intimate about the whole thing. He had never in any way undressed her before, and she found the concept very very exciting. She followed his lead very willingly, and when he spoke she eyed him thoughtfully for a few moments, eyes drifting slowly and appreciatively over him. Finally, she offered a soft half smile and reached up, making quick work of the first button at his collar. "I think this can go" she answered. Another button and another and she explored the newly exposed skin as she went, brushing her fingers over it as she did. It was the easiest after all, she had seen him shirtless before, and she felt no qualms at all about it now.
29 Feb 16, 12:05 AM
[×] Delmar: Undressing another was always an exciting experience though he had never put this much attention to it before, but he had been telling the truth; the fact she was offering herself when she didn't need to meant something extra special to it. Her long legs were very nice and when she looked over him he wondered what she would decide on. When she choose his shirt he smiled and let her, keeping himself still there while his hand moved across her bare side explorative showing what he would remove next. "Nice choice. I like feeling your hands on my skin, Sofia. It feels encouraging." When she got to the bottom and pulled it up out of his pants he pulled the knot of his tie over the collar so he was still wearing it since she hadn't chosen that and let the other slip off his arms at her touch, trading hands out from under her shirt bottom. "Unwrapping can be very personal when the gift is fun to play with."
29 Feb 16, 12:17 AM
Sofia: The way this was going between them felt almost like a game to Sofia, and that made it easier to relax, for now at least. Once the shirt was gone, she let her hands wander over his chest for a moment before an idea struck her. She smiled mischievously up at him. "Maybe, but I think I might leave this for a while" and then she wrapped her fingers near the top of his tie and tugged on it gently to encourage him to come closer, even as she raised her lips to meet his. This was fun.
29 Feb 16, 12:19 AM
[×] Delmar: Feeling her get into it more brought a flush up his cheeks, but not of embarrassment! Letting her pull him down he came willingly to kiss her, then after a moment explored the lips again. Bringing her closer and closer to the edge of complete acceptance was going to be delicious! One hand slid up under her shirt and cupped her lightly in preparation for what was coming.
29 Feb 16, 12:27 AM
Sofia: As her hands, wandered, so did his, and the feeling of him touching her where no one had before was both exciting and nerve inducing. Still, the magic of the clip made it easier to focus on the physical sensation rather than the emotional turmoil. She focused on kissing him, on the feel of him under her hands as they began to move lower.
29 Feb 16, 12:34 AM
[×] Delmar: Long experienced in making progress with women, Delmar didn't think twice about the charm as he used it partly under his breath as he gave her a light squeeze then made a sign with a finger under her shirt while touching her bra. "Nudaveris" and her bra and shirt fell through her to become the layer she lay on top of. His smile grew as he caressed her nipple lowering his lips to the other and running his tongue lightly around her circle. So far one for one, stockings to his shirt, her shirt and bra to-- what would she choose? Her hands moved lower, but he was ramping up her sensations double suddenly in a place he doubted she had ever been stimulated before. The charm wasn't a normal one actually, but had been taught to him by another sixth year who wanted to get into his bed much faster then he had expected. An eventful sunny afternoon in the dorm for sure and he had practiced it in the shower a few times, finding the charm a handy one for getting changed fast. In this case it let him surprise her, brush air across her skin suddenly from exposed and unexpecting flesh, and gave much easier access so he didn't have to stop using his tongue.
29 Feb 16, 07:16 AM
Sofia: Suddenly, and without warning, Sofia was completely bare from the waist up, before she could respond to this, his mouth was on her chest in the most intimate way she could fathom. She gasped softly in surprise, and then she moaned, having no idea where it had come from, but not particularly caring at that moment as her eyes closed to savor the incredible sensation. She had forgotten, for a long moment that she was supposed to be undressing him as well, and when she remembered, her fingers began to fumble with his pants, more because they were closest and didn't require her to move from where she was than because she was fully comfortable with the idea. "So...much...for...slow..." she managed, eyes still closed. She opened her mouth to speak again, but it broke off suddenly when he hit a particularly sensitive spot and she bit her lip instead. She had never experienced anything like this before, and her mind had no idea how to compartmentalize the experience. She was overwhelmed by him, when she finally did summon enough concentration to unfasten his jeans, she began to slide them down over his hips, all the while the vast majority of her concentration was on his mouth on her. Giving up on removing his pants for a moment because she wasn't sure how to finish that job, her hands found purchase on his arms instead, flexing and in response to her reactions.
29 Feb 16, 07:39 AM
[×] Delmar: Indeed, Delmar had found his patience to go slow tested, but the concept of sensations for both of them also continued heavy in his mind. However he knew that most girls found the first time moments to be hard to forget and so her shocked reaction nearly had him grinning. Closing in for more a taste of her, he found her to be more then expected to be and he relished running his tongue over her at the same time he tweaked her other side gently. When her hands moved to his pants he used his free hand to push himself up slightly more giving her space to work, but she simply couldn't do it entirely before her hands moved to his arms to flex with his sucking and teasing. Often he had wondered if it was similar to what a baby was like, but if so then he was actually preparing her for the future. Leaving off after several minutes, he slid his body up hers and sought her lips, this time going directly for a deep kiss.
29 Feb 16, 07:44 AM
Sofia: By the time he moved up to kiss her, Sofia had begun to feel a pressing need which she didn't fully understand. Her skin felt more sensitive than normal, and she was no longer sure if it was him or the magic from the clip that had done it. When he moved up to kiss her, she returned it hungrily, glad to finally have some purchase for the powerful raw emotions that had suddenly taken over. Now that he was up higher, she slid the pants down as far as she could reach, knowing he would have to kick them off himself. For her part, her lips moved lower, breaking their kiss and traveling almost frantically over his jaw, throat, and down toward his chest. She wanted very much to build the same kind of fire in him that he had built in her, but it frustrated her to know she had no idea how.
29 Feb 16, 07:48 AM
[×] Delmar: Between gasps (as even he had trouble remembering to breath now) he gasped out "Like juice on a hot afternoon" before he dived back to her mouth, drinking her in as he could. She worked on his pants some, but he ignored them for the moment. When she moved down he sucked in air, liking her attentions, but knowing he needed to move things onward. Reaching down he fumbled till he found the skirts fastener and undid it, rolling partly on his side and off her before his hand slid down and between her legs to push his fingers down over her mound and into unexplored territory.
29 Feb 16, 08:05 AM
Sofia: He seemed to be in a hurry suddenly, but rather than be annoyed by it, she found herself understanding him more so, so when he removed her skirt, she raised her hips to make it easier for him to get it off. It wasn't until he touched her after, however, that she flushed dark. The powerful sensations, which caused her to jolt at first, served as a strong reminder of exactly what they were doing here, and what a big deal it actually was. Still, it was hard to be nervous when so much of her concentration was focused on exactly what his hands were doing. Should she be doing that to him? she wondered , and she found the thought a little daunting. If he wanted it, maybe he would tell her, and then show her how. Gasping for air at this point, she could only manage one coherent word. "Delmar" spoken with such awestruck wonder about everything that had happened up to this point.
29 Feb 16, 08:38 AM
[×] Delmar: Picking up her deepening voice, Del realized he really needed to shed those pants and boxers. And knowing he liked the idea of her mouth on his body there as a very good habit for her to be on (despite the fact he doubted she would be any good at it right now) he made up his mind. Saying "Hang on," he rolled onto his back, lifting his butt in the air (and resembling a flagpole suddenly) and sliding those clothes down. Soon as he got back on his back he kicked off the hardest to get to shoe and pulled himself up so his groin was near her face. "Lick and suck on me like ice cream cone," he gasped, hoping that would be enough instruction for a first timer. Meanwhile he leaned back and grabbed his other shoe and popped it off, grabbing the bottom of his pants. When she touched him correctly he faked a "Oh yeah" out as if she was making it good as he struggled to remove the end of his clothes except the tie.
29 Feb 16, 08:45 AM
Sofia: Her eyes followed his movements as he removed the rest of his clothes, but she was given absolutely no time to process before he was up close and personal and giving her instructions and she looked up at him wide-eyed. "O-okay" and so she did, slowly at first, cautious, but once she had an idea of the taste and feel of him, she concentrated on what he had said, swirling her tongue over him experimentally.
29 Feb 16, 08:48 AM
[×] Delmar: As she managed, he was finally done with one pants leg and to keep her encouraged he said "Oh nice!" huskily and reached the other leg. He had always thought wives needed to be able to know where to drive a man over the edge and for her to start slow without a face full was probably a good thing indeed. Thus starting her on sucking before a hand job fit his mind set better. After she got a bit more he said "that's it, ah you are so wonderfully warm there..." and managed the last of his clothes. Satisfaction.
29 Feb 16, 09:20 AM
Sofia: He seemed to really like what what she was doing, which was very encouraging, and so she tried harder, pushing him deeper into her mouth, she began sucking and licking with more enthusiasm. She wanted to please him, she realized, and for the first time she wished she had a better idea of what she was doing.
29 Feb 16, 09:25 AM
Delmar: What she lacked in skill and knowledge, there was quite a lot of good in enthusiasm. If nothing else, it certainly made him go from semi to fully erect in the next few moments. 'Sofia..." he moaned with some more realism as she continued trying to make it better. Another moment he made a somewhat involuntary small move forward flex, but then he caught himself and realized this was going to head south fast.
29 Feb 16, 09:38 AM
Sofia: He began to harden in her mouth, which both gave her a sense of accomplishment, and made things easier, until he thrust forward, surprising her. She brought one hand up and wrapped it around him at the base to give herself more control over his movement as she continued, moving faster now that she had done so.
29 Feb 16, 09:45 AM
[×] Delmar: She learned and she picked up on things. As she wrapped a hand around him he gasped for real realizing that being with a Ravenclaw had some advantages he hadn't thought of before. A hand on each of her shoulders, he shook for a moment and said hoarsely "Sofia-- hold up please..." When she gave him a break he opened his eyes and added "I love that but if you keep it up, I won't be able to do anything for you. Let me rearrange this..." And man, he had to get her off or this would never really sink in for her the way he hoped it would
29 Feb 16, 09:53 AM
Sofia: It occurred to her to ignore him, but she was still very very wound up from before, and so she listened. Looking up at him, she smiled. "I did all right? "
29 Feb 16, 09:56 AM
Delmar: She spoke and he nodded, very enthusiastically. "Yes! But I want to do for you too or it's not going to be fair to you." She still had him in hand so he couldn't move yet, but he knew she could feel his tension and probably even feel his pulse right now! "Merlin I'm getting close too..."
29 Feb 16, 10:00 AM
Sofia: She released him, looking proud of herself, though she ws also surprised when he spoke about being fair to her, but she hoped it didn't show. Maybe he wasn't as naturally selfish as she previously thought. "Good" she grinned up at him mischievously.
29 Feb 16, 10:08 AM
[×] Delmar: Sliding back down to her level he grinned at her face saying "I've got to go a bit farther I think to get you going though so let me treat you for a bit." Reaching down he took the sides of her panties saying to her chest "Lift that amazing @ss up, Sof, and then I'll help you out." Sliding her panties off, he kissed her again and then slid himself down so he could tickle her nips with his tongue again, this time sliding his middle finger down between her legs and running over her lips softly.
29 Feb 16, 10:22 AM
Sofia: She laughed at his comment about her @ss, but did as he said. Then, she suddenly broke off mid-breath. The sensations he was creating rushed through her and she was squirming seconds later. Grasping at pillows as her eyes went dark and wide.
29 Feb 16, 10:24 AM
[×] Delmar: Feeling her squirm, Del smiled around a mouthful of her breasts (and d@mn if he wasn't going to love those!) and caressed with his finger for two more strokes before he slipped inside of her and explored her depth, trying to find her special spot... He was pretty sure if he could bring this off she would be over resisting him in the future for most things.
29 Feb 16, 10:36 AM
Sofia: The feeling of having something inside her was a ne sensation, but she found her body responding as though this was what it had been waiting for. "Wow" she breathed, as the intensity began to climb,building something inside her she instinctively sought to finish. Moaning more loudly now, face flushed, she had no words at all anymore.
29 Feb 16, 10:40 AM
[×] Delmar: As she began to moan, he picked up some speed, but finally found what he believed to be the right spot and began circling it with the tip of his finger, and a moment later he tried releasing her with his mouth and blowing over her in the same spot before he tongued her nip, hoping to increase the sensation he could give her. Heck, technically they hadn't even done it yet, just come close! Just think the way she would look at him when they passed that barrier...
29 Feb 16, 01:26 PM
Sofia: Everything inside her seemed to be building to a peak, and for a moment Sofia thought she might explode, but that was ridiculous of course, humans didn't...and then she did. Eyes wide and every muscle tense, her hips jerked suddenly,reflexively, "Merlin, Del" she moaned loudly, eyes wide with shock.
29 Feb 16, 03:17 PM
[×] Delmar: He could feel her clenching and knew she was getting close and then suddenly she exclaimed and he felt her whole body jerk. He went back to enjoying her tit, sliding his hand up around her stomach. "And you wonder why i offered so many times to give you some experience," he chuckled softly. And they hadn't even done the big thing yet!
29 Feb 16, 03:22 PM
Sofia: He spoke, but it took her several moments to respond through the fog of bliss. "I think you had at least a few ulterior motives" she pointed out softly. After another moment, she opened her eyes lowly. "Your turn?"
29 Feb 16, 03:26 PM
Delmar: He sucked as she recovered, enjoying his liberty before he spoke again around a smile. "Oh deintely! You have no idea-- well maybe you do now some I guess. We have not even done the deed, this was just all the basic stuff beforehand. I told you I wasn't going to rush this. And d@mn you tatse so good..." Running his tongue around her he felt very satisfied at the moment. "Take your time, Sof, long as I can keep doing this." His eyes danced in anticipation however.
29 Feb 16, 08:12 PM
Sofia: She raised herself up on her elbows as he spoke, feeling much more like herself. What he was doing still felt amazing, but the urgency had gone for a moment. "Oh, right...that." She blushed, "I kind of forgot actually." It had never occurred to her that there were major aspects of sex outside of actual intercourse, he had literally changed her view on something major. She rolled her neck and studied him, smiling. "I'm good" she stretched a moment and then looked down at him. "So tell me what to do." It wasn't a sentence she would have ever dreamed of saying even the day before, but it was give and take she decided, and he had just given her something incredible.
29 Feb 16, 09:34 PM
[×] Delmar: He chuckled. "It's pretty distracting, isn't it? Best thing in the world still to come. Eventually." She asked him what to do and he leaned back nearly lying on his back as he said "Well you already know most of it, the rest just changes with experience for this. Some girls can take you all the way in their mouth some can't, but whenever I call out your name? Put your head to the side fast, all right?" A second delay. "Ah, and if you have any aim, don't point me straight up."
29 Feb 16, 10:08 PM
Sofia: She laughed, "as in eventually tonight or eventually....some other night?" It had surprised her that he didn't seem in any hurry to go there. Then again, it was sort of inevitable with the two of them. He spoke of other girls, causing her to pull a bit of a face at him. "Lots of experience then" she observed, with a soft edge to her voice, not quite angry, but tense just slightly. She listened to the instructions however. "Got it, and I don't even want to know why on the last one."
29 Feb 16, 10:12 PM
[×] Delmar: He shrugged. "Some other time. Don't you already feel like your mind has been blown? I don't want to give you too much too fast, remember? This is enough for a night at the least I suspect!" That he did that for other motives was his own business. Heck, he'd just gotten her used to the idea of bow jobs. Blowjobs. He felt like he had just climbed everet. He corrected her quickly "And hearing the stories. You know guys talk about it in the dorms? Like, how much their girl can do?" To the last he just smiled and kept quiet.





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1 Mar 16, 09:19 AM
Sofia: She sat wth her parents, waiting for him to arrive. She had mixed feelings as she always did. She and Del were friends of course, but last year her parents had told her the truth. She couldn't fathom being married at all, much less married to him. Yet here she sat, nose in a book, hiding her face more than anything.
1 Mar 16, 09:25 AM
Delmar: It was early summer and here he was off to be dropped on a friend for the weekend. He was never sure how he had ended up in this friendship, bu he knew his father must have been in business with hers. They arrived at the door, him with a schoolbag over his shoulder and a small bag in his hand of mostly clothes and things to do when he got bored as he assumed he would be. The knock on the door and the two men shook hands as he walked in behind his father and shut the door behind them while they stood there talking. After a minute he sighed and slipped around them, stopping in the edge of the living room. Seeing her he said "Hey Sofia, I'm here."
1 Mar 16, 09:31 AM
Sofia: When he arrived, she watched their fathers over the top of her book, but when he spoke, her gaze fell on him and she flushed, eyes widening. Abandoning the book on the arm of the sofa, she srood and smiled. "Hi Del, I noticed. " Merlin had she noticed. Eying first him and then their parents she had a thought. "Want to drop everything upstairs and go for a swim?"
1 Mar 16, 09:37 AM
[×] Delmar: He nodded and came across the room to her so she could lead the way up the back stairs since their parents were occupied. "Sure! I just need to dump it somewhere." Something about her seemed different, but it wasn't till she was turning and he caught her profile that his eyes latched onto the difference.
1 Mar 16, 09:49 AM
Sofia: A nod almost a bounce and she turned to lead him up the stairs. "Sure, I'll show you where. " At the top of the stairs she led him down a long hall and into a spare bedroom. "Im going to change and I will meet you outside okay?" She turned to face him again.
1 Mar 16, 09:55 AM
[×] Delmar: His jaw fell open as she bounced or they did one of the two and she was up the steps a few feet before he realized they were going away and he suddenly hurried to follow! As she turned at the door to the bedroom and he caught up, his eyes came up reluctantly, too interested in seeing the movements she was making. Focusing on her face there was a second before he said "Uh. Okay!" and waited till she looked away so he could look again hardly able to believe what he had just seen

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1 Mar 16, 10:04 AM
Sofia: She disappeared down the hall, and after changing quickly, made her way down the back staircase and outside to the pool. Sitting cross-legged in a nearby chair to wait for Del.
1 Mar 16, 10:11 AM
Delmar: She turned and his eyes dropped in time to see her swing around slightly and then he was watching her disappear down the hall. Standing there a moment with his eyebrows up he said softly "Whoa..." Then turned and entered a h-u-g-e room. He gasped as he dropped his stuff on the floor just inside the door and dropped to one knee to dig out his swim trunks and shirt. Stepping to the other door with them in hand he said "No way..." as he stepped into the bathroom and pulled off his clothes quickly, leaving them where he dropped them as he pulled on his trunk sand shirt before heading back out leaving everything where he had dropped it. At the top of the stairs he made his way down and stopped just inside the exit looking out. His eyes fixed on the two parts in particular he had never seen before for a half a minute before he realized they would look much better closer up and he went out making a bee line straight for her.

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1 Mar 16, 11:13 AM
Sofia: She spotted him and grinned, standing, she realized he was taller than she was now. "I thought you might prefer this to sitting inside listening to them discuss business. I know I do." She slipped off hr cover and sandals before her eyes found his again. "How has your summer been so far?"
1 Mar 16, 01:28 PM
[×] Delmar: Walking over to her directly his eyes were on her chest, very impressed. She had grown up during the last few months since he had seen her last and it made a big difference! When he got over to her he said "Ah, pretty boring really. What have you been doing? You've changed a lot!" As she moved his eyes kept being drawn down though he tried not to stare.
1 Mar 16, 01:33 PM
Sofia: She caught him looking of course, and when he spoke, she crossed her arms over her chest and smirked at him. "Filled out you mean" she shook her head. "Same as usual, cooped up here reading and swimming. "
1 Mar 16, 01:41 PM
Delmar: Caught, his face blushed as he said defensively "Hey! I hadn't seen you and that makes you look totally different!" He looked away, not so much embarrassed as feeling awkward. "You do read a lot. At least your parents let you get lots of books then." Pulling off his shirt, he went and tossed it on a chair."
1 Mar 16, 01:48 PM
Sofia: She grinned, momentarily enjoying his discomfort before the expression softened and she shrugged. "You've changed too. I don't remember looking up to you last time for one thing. She headed to the diving board and from there smoothly into the water. When she surfaced, she propped her arms on the wall. "I think its mostly so I don't bother them much, but they don't bother me much either so there's that."
1 Mar 16, 01:53 PM
[×] Delmar: He looked suddenly proud at her. "I know! I'm finally taller then my sisters! Big plus!" She jumped in and he sat down on the side for a moment, wishing he had a better way of seeing them; what were they like up close? "I think in a way it's easier. My sisters are always popping up and causing me grief for their own amusement. Dad has to act like a referee a lot."
1 Mar 16, 01:57 PM
Sofia: She laughed softly. "They're fun though, and at least you have siblings. Sometimes I almost forget I have a brother. She pictured his dad as a referee and laughed again."Sorry, I'm sure it's rough."
1 Mar 16, 02:00 PM
Delmar: He made a face. "Just you wait till you come over for a weekend sometime. I bet you have to sleep with them and that will cure you thinking it's all fun." His face softened, but not entirely, more just because he was a boy. "They have their moments. It's okay, but sisters are different from other girls." He looked down at her and couldn't help but look down past her face. With a very curious expression he said "Hey, do those float? What's it like having them?"
1 Mar 16, 02:04 PM
Sofia: She just stared at him for several moments and then she burst out laughing. "Seriously? That's what you're wondering? " She caught her breath. "If I ever have to use them as a,flotation device I will let you know what I find out. " She pulled a face. "I don't know how to answer that."
1 Mar 16, 02:07 PM
[×] Delmar: He shrugged. "One of the guys said they did, like, he thinks they are like balloons I think. But you're in water now!" He slipped into the water easily, surfacing with ease as well since he spent a lot of time swimming. With one hand on the all he could keep himself up easily. Near her he said "Why? It's you and then again it's like extra, added on now right?"
1 Mar 16, 02:17 PM
Sofia: She listened, lips still twitching as he spoke. When he finished, she rolled her eyes. "Boys" she mumbled. "I didn't just wake up with them one day you know, so it doesn't feel like extra." She arched a brow. "You have things I don't, do they feel extra to you? "
1 Mar 16, 02:21 PM
[×] Delmar: She made a comment about guys and he huffed up a bit. "Hey! Just asking! WOuld you rather I just grabbed at them to find out? I was being nice..." Shake of his head to show the question was pointless. "I've always had those. That's very different. But you've had those only a few months since i last saw you! They're big!" He looked at them, clearly very curious and more then a little attracted. "Besides, most of the girls in out year don't have that much." Not completely true, but she was ahead of several
1 Mar 16, 07:20 PM
Sofia: She scoffed at his question about grabbing. "Try it and see what happens" she told him with no small amount of warning in her voice, smirking as she did so. She sighed, "Right, I get it, you like my chest." She uncrossed her arms and placed both hands on her hips. "Wouldn't know since I don't exactly go around eyeing my dormmates."
2 Mar 16, 12:41 AM
[×] Delmar: He made a face at her and shook his head. "If I wanted to I would have already done it, duh. Like I'd tell you first? But it's yours in the first place so hy would I? Like I said I was trying to be nice. I didn't even ask if you'd let me touch them now did I?" He gave her a look like she was a bit crazed in the head. "Well yeah! But mostly it was surprise. You weren't built like that when I last saw you so it's more then a little bit of a surprise. All I got was height." A smirk himself. "You will now I bet. Girls are always competing like that. Guys are easy about it nd it's all for fun, but a lot of girls are nasty about it I've seen." He hesitated for a moment seeing her float in the water some, trying not to look directly at them. "How long before you think your parents come to find us I wonder?"
2 Mar 16, 07:57 AM
Sofia: She grinned, "Fair enough" though when he gave her the funny look, she stuck her tongue out at him. "No" she agreed. "You just stare at them whenever you think I'm not looking" She didn't seem particularly bothered by this. She listened as he spoke and then shrugged, "Puberty is a wonderful thing I guess." Not so much really, since other things had come with the body development that were way less fun. She gave him a disgruntled look and shook her head. "Nah, too busy reading remember?" She tapped her temple, "I don't have time for things like that." She bit her lip however, looking concerned. "You don't think other girls would..." She sighed, "Well that's something to look forward to." At his question however, she stilled and glanced at the door thoughtfully. "I don't know, like I said when its just me they usually leave me alone for the most part, but if they saw you eyeing me on the way up they might check in." Another shrug, "I have no idea really, not like I've ever had a boy over who wasn't you."
2 Mar 16, 09:25 AM
[×] Delmar: Another frown. "Maybe. I don't know." What did someone say in response. No idea. "Uh, yeah. I guess so. " He dove under, swam across and back before she said anything else about how he should read more. That was usually what came next. When he returned he eyed her thigh from underwater as well before he came up and spat out water onto the side of the pool. "What? Other girls be nasty?" He gave her a duh look. "You can always come and find me you know. I won't be nasty to you." Of course he'd try and use that to give himsl-- oh. d@mn he had forgotten for a moment about what his parents had told him about her. A glance back at the house before he asked "DId they tell you? About us? You think that's why they aren't out here yet?"
2 Mar 16, 10:03 AM
Sofia: She watched him slide through the water, and smiled when he spoke. "I know, thanks Del." He spoke of the news her parents had given her a few months before and she nodded. "They told me" she informed him. She looked thoughtful. "Maybe, do you think that has been the plan all along, you and me?"
2 Mar 16, 10:21 AM
Delmar: He Shrugged, not thinking it mattered much i the long run. "I don't know. Do you mind it? I mean, knowing you'll be given to me?" It wasn't like he was going to resist his father giving him a girl to bed after all.
2 Mar 16, 11:03 AM
Sofia: She thought about the question for nearly a minute before she spoke. "I guess not" she answered softly. "But it is kind of weird isn't it? Being promised to someone your whole life? I mean, what about dating and stuff? Can we still date other people? " She gave him a searching look, insecure suddenly. "Do you mind? "
2 Mar 16, 11:09 AM
[×] Delmar: She said she didn't and he nearly beamed. It was one thing being told who you would marry, another when that person agreed. It meant they liked you in a way he hadn't ever thought of before and that pleased him. "I guess so. Dad said it was just business and it would help both our families." He shrugged. "I mean, sure w-- I mean I could right? You can't because of the contract, right?" She had to keep herself for him if he remembered right. A look down at her boobs again and he grinned. "Why should I object? Right?"
2 Mar 16, 11:16 AM
Sofia: And just like that, insecurity melted into irritarion. "Technically, the contract only says I have to be a virgin" she smirked. "I found it in dad's study and read over it." Hands on hips again, "plus, there are loopholes for everything " she added. She arched a brow. "Besides, 4 years is forever away. Anything could happen." Suddenly, she didn't want to swim, she wanted to go up to her room and read, far away from him.
2 Mar 16, 11:19 AM
Delmar: "Oh, well that's close I guess." He glanced at her smirk, wondering what that was about. "Why? I mean, only kissing would be in bounds then, right? What loophole could there be?" Well, four years was a long time that she was certainly right about. "True. I mean, I could find someone else, who knows? Marriage is just marriage after all, right?" He didn't understand why she looked upset....
2 Mar 16, 11:27 AM
Sofia: She just stared at him while he spoke as though she couldn't believe the words that were coming out of his mouth. Pushing herself up on the side of the pool, she climbed out and began towling off, ringing out her hair, she wrapped her body in the towel, leaving everything else on the chair. She padded barefoot toward the door to the house before she finally turned back to look at him. "It won't matter if you find someone else ", she bit out. "Unless you got her pregnant we're stuck with each other." She entered the house and closed the door hard behind her.
2 Mar 16, 11:31 AM
[×] Delmar: Looking at her as she got out, he found himself more then just curious about her body, but then she wrapped up in a towel and he looked confused at her actions. Didn't she want to go swimming She had just gotten in... She spoke and slammed the door. He looked perplexed, but then just made his way into the shallow in and floated on his back, not sure what to make out of what had just happened. Wasn't she curious about sex? Bodies? And hell, it was easy if you didn't have to date just marry as you were told. Why was there a problem?
2 Mar 16, 11:49 AM
Sofia: She carefully avoided the front room, going as silently as possible up the back stairs and to her room. She was glad he didn't seem inclined to follow. Abandoning the towel in her bathroom, she fell backwards onto the bed and made a frustrated noise. He was so stupid. Seriously, what was his problem? And now she had a lifetime of his cluelessness to look forward to. Galleta appeared, looking concerned. "Miss has finished swimming already?" Sofia sat up. "Where is young Master being?" Sofia snorted. "He's not anyone's master" she mumbled. Galleta moved closer. "Did young Master upset Miss?" Sofia nodded. "He doesn't understand anything ",she complained. Galleta considered that. "Did miss tell young master why she was upset?" Sofia glared at the floor. "No" Galleta made a tsk sound. "Well then how is young master to know?" Sofia turned her head to look at the elf whoo took both her hands. "If Miss wants young master to learn what she wants, then miss must teach him."
2 Mar 16, 11:53 AM
[×] Delmar: Floating, he thought about what her body had looked like. She used to be just a girl, flat and like most people he knew, but then he had started to realize how desirable girls were-- well girls with breasts, not like his average schoolmates. He hoped his sisters didn't find out how much he had gone through sheets recently. He really need to find a stealthier way to please himself, but it was just always on his mind! And now he had a long time friend and she wasn't even interested in helping him find out stuff! He became a little irritated at her selfishness and frowned a bit before he managed to think more about the water and the sky high above. After that he managed to turn over and do a few laps, enjoying the love of water he had always had for a bit and forget about stupid seeming girls...
2 Mar 16, 12:04 PM
Sofia: Sofia sighed loudly. "I'll try " she answered finally. "Good" Galleta snapped and a plate of cookies appeared. "Then miss can take these downstairs and try again. Standing, Sofia went to her closet and pulled out a dress that looked more like a long shirt. Shrugging it on, she took the cookies from the elf who dried her hair with another snap. "Trust Galleta miss, the way to young master's heart is through his stomach. Sofia obediently took the plate downstairs, though she hesitated a moment at the back door. "Here goes nothing" she murmured softly.
2 Mar 16, 12:08 PM
[×] Delmar: Pushing himself to go hard in the long and oddly shaped pool, he made his way under the house and back out several times before she got anywhere close to the pool. By the time he finished the fifteenth lap he was struggling to keep a steady pace, arms tired and chest heaving air each time he surfaced. Finally under the house edge he grabbed the wall and just hung there in the water, his face just barely above the water surface as he floated, breathing heavily.

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2 Mar 16, 12:15 PM
Sofia: She stepped outside, she didn't see him at first. Placing the cookies on the table, she bit her lip. "Del?"
2 Mar 16, 12:20 PM
Delmar: Hearing his name he slapped the side of the pool above his head and lifted his head tired as he pulled his arms up on the side resting his chin on his arm, clearly tired from doing swimming. He saw her and she had gotten dressed. Still not knowing what he had said to upset her he said "Sofia?"
2 Mar 16, 12:23 PM
Sofia: Spotting him, she picked up the plate, and sat carefully at the pool's edge, legs in the water next to him with the plate in her lap. "Want a cookie?" she asked by way of an apology.
2 Mar 16, 12:26 PM
Delmar: Letting his body still float out behind him he nodded when she asked. "Sure." He looked up at her, wary. "Are you still mad?" He wondered at the sudden turn around from anger to being nice
2 Mar 16, 12:28 PM
Sofia: She sat the plate next to her instead so he could grab them when he wanted. At the question she hesitated. "Yeah, a little. "
2 Mar 16, 12:30 PM
[×] Delmar: Reaching over he got a cookie and was about to take a bite before he asked "Aren't you going to have one?" He wasn't suspecting poison cause it was food and he knew he'd eat it anyway. But then she said she was and he shrugged. "Sorry for whatever I did."
2 Mar 16, 12:38 PM
Sofia: She shook her head. "Not really hungry " She smiled a touch ruefully at his apology. "It's only partly you" she admitted. "The rest is..." She sighed, "it's not fair, I haven't even made it to third year yet and already my parents have everything planned." She frowned. "They already spend most of their time traveling for business or because of my brother, now they get to decide my whole life." She turned her head to look at him. "I wasn't lying before, I dont mind that it's you, but...I hate that they have taken all my choices away."
2 Mar 16, 12:42 PM
Delmar: "Not hungry for cookies? Are you insane?" He bit into a cookie and pulled himself up a bit more so he could take another on in his other hand beore she could remove the plate just in case. He ate while she talked, listening. He seemed a bit relieved he was not the target specifically. "But parents do that sort of stuff, don't they? I mean, I don't really enjoy learning about numbers and balancing books but I have to because that's what dad told me to." He hesitated between bites and started on the second cookie before reaching or a third with a glance to make sure he wasn't being stopped. "I'm glad you aren't mad at me. It sure seemed like it."
2 Mar 16, 12:49 PM
Sofia: She watched as he inhaled one cookie after another. "Not all parents, I mean, not everyone has an arranged marriage, right?" She sighed, so what? We just date who we want until we're seventeen and then we get married? " She nipped a cookie from the plate before he could eat them all. Taking a bite, she finally smiled.
2 Mar 16, 12:52 PM
[×] Delmar: He shrugged. "I guess not. But it removes all the difficult parts, right? Like, you don't have to impress anyone or conform to what they want then right? Isn't that easier?" She muttered something about dating and he looked up at her, sliding back into the water a tiny bit as he ate. She could see him now from the mid chest up. "Um, well yeah? I mean, unless you want to date me. I sorta didn't think you would want to since were getting married."
2 Mar 16, 01:16 PM
Sofia: She thought about that. "Except you" she reminded him. "I mean, what if we get older and end up hating each other or something?" She looked at him startled and grabbed another cookie. "Date you?" she wasn't sure what to say for a moment. "I...haven't thought about it actually. Well..." Here she blushed, "maybe once. "
2 Mar 16, 01:20 PM
[×] Delmar: He shrugged and captured another cookie as he finished of his third. He was still a growing boy after all and could put away food like it was nothing! "Yeah but you already know me." The conform part didn't even register in his mind. "You hate me? I would hope not, but we'd still have to get married right?" He thought about that one. If she hated him, she'd still have to have sex with him if she was his wife right? "Hey," he said with a grin, "you said you weren't hungry..." He grinned at having caught her. "Oh? When was that?" She had thought about it? He was surprised.
2 Mar 16, 01:38 PM
Sofia: "Right" He spoke, and she grabbed the last one on principle. "And you said it would be a good idea to try flying off the roof when we were 6." It had been Sofia's first accidental magic. She made a face at him. "Don't get a big head" she warned him. "It was after I talked to my parents a few months ago." A long beat before she added, "I thought it might be fun actually. "
2 Mar 16, 01:43 PM
[×] Delmar: He said hotly "Hey! It was! That was so cool leaping into the pool from up there!" He had remembered how awesome it was unaware her parents had been watching. "Oh. So after they told you, then you thought about it. Gotcha." Shame, for a second there he had thought she might be into him. "Well we can if you want or not. You choose." He pulled himself up out of the water, water streaming down his form and his swim trunks suctioned tight. He pulled them loose then glanced at her. "I don't know how we would, honestly, unless you mean we try this weekend."
2 Mar 16, 01:47 PM
Sofia: "Okay it was kind of cool" she broke the last cookie in half and handed him the bigger piece. She hesitated, but just for a moment. "Let's do it" she offered, "we can try for the weekend and see how it goes."
2 Mar 16, 01:50 PM
Delmar: He took the cookie without hesitation having finished off the others. "Thanks, I love cookies." So she wanted to date him then. He wondered what they would do. "Uh, okay. Like, what is the date? Visiting the living room? Going to the roof to watch the stars? What?" He wasn't sure how they would pull off a date under her parent's noses. "I mean, I'm not supposed to let them see me looking at you you said."
2 Mar 16, 02:02 PM
Sofia: She laughed, "when did I say that? I only said you were really obvious about it." She shrugged. "There's a kind of oasis spot on the roof now, we could get Galleta to pack something, have dinner up there, watch the stars and then come back down here since I didn't do much swimming earlier." She smiled, "it's not like my parents will be around much anyway. " She couldn't help noticing the other things about him that were beginning to mature, and her eyes traveled over him automatically. No, she didn't mind that part at all.
2 Mar 16, 02:06 PM
[×] Delmar: Oh, so he could look all he wanted? He liked that idea. "Okay. Roof for dinner, works for me. Where are your parents going to be then?" And then he hesitated and gave her a look. "I didn't bring dress up stuff though. Just a weekend visit you know."
2 Mar 16, 02:14 PM
Sofia: "Probably the formal dining room " she answered. She grinned then. "Who said you have to dress up? " she pointed out. "Not like you can go swimming in a suit." She nudged his shoulder with her own. "Its still just me, Del."
2 Mar 16, 02:17 PM
Delmar: He looked suprised. "Oh? I hought dates people always dressed up for, but I'm okay without it." He ran his hands through his hair, plastering it back across his head her necklace still on. "Works for me. You are going to be distracting in your swim suit though." He nudged her back. "And you'd better not tease me about my eyes since you know it's me." He realized he hadn't brought a towel down with him. "d@mn. Forgot my towel. Hey, make sure she fills that picnic basket, okay?"
2 Mar 16, 02:26 PM
Sofia: "Most dates" she agreed, "but we can make an exception." She saw the necklace then, now that she wasn't focused elsewhere. "Hey" she lifted it lightly off his chest to study. "You actually wear it. I'm glad." She laughed "I'll wear the suit underneath, like I'm doing now. "She grinned, "no problem. Galleta " she called, and the elf appeared a moment later. "Hey, can you get Del a towel pl--" One had appeared seemingly out of thin air. "Thanks" The elf nodded happily. "Did young Master enjoy the cookies? "
2 Mar 16, 02:31 PM
[×] Delmar: Ah so he had heard right about that. She leaned over and he looked down, not at her hands but at her breasts inside that dress and the form they made through the material. "Well yes. That's what they are for, silly, wearing." The elf appeared and he nearly jumped out of his shorts! "Uh! Uh yes! Are there more? They were good!" He took the towel and stood up, rubbing his hair first then his neck. "Sorry, I'm always hungry."
2 Mar 16, 02:39 PM
Sofia: She released it and made a face. "I wasn't sure you would like it is all." She laughed at his reaction to Galleta. "Young Master will spoil his dinner" she scolded. Though she appeared pleased that he liked them. "You is not to be worrying, Galleta will be sure to fill the basket. " With a pop she was gone. Sofia smile faintly. "She knows everything. "
2 Mar 16, 02:43 PM
Delmar: It didn't seem wise to mention his father insistence. "Yeah I like it. I didn't think I could wear it at first, but it's cool." Not all necklaces could a guy wear and still be cool. He grinned at the elf, but she promised him a lot of food and he said "Thanks!" She disappeared and he rubbed his chest and back with the towel. "I've never seen any elf up close except yours, Sofia. Your family really is rich. That is a h-u-g-e bathroom upstairs!"
2 Mar 16, 03:03 PM
Sofia: She wrinkled her nose, but nodded. "Believe me, it's very important to them to be rich. It's why they came up with the contract in the first place. " She grinned, "but the big bathrooms are kind of nice. Yes." She glanced at the door. "Galleta is kind of like a nanny I guess. There are two more. Hielo cooks and Marci cleans."
2 Mar 16, 03:07 PM
[×] Delmar: He frowned, this part he didn't know. "I know dad said your parents wanted our contacts and connections, but I don't understand. You are already rich, why do they want more?" He nodded, remembering. "Never seen one with a glass door before." She spoke about the elves and his eyes got wider. "Three? You have three? Man! We've never even had one! I hear there are some at Hogwarts...."
2 Mar 16, 03:26 PM
Sofia: "Because dad wants to be sure the money keeps coming. The more connections he has, the more stable everything stays. Plus all the specialists my brother sees are kind of expensive I think." She shrugged. "So dad gets business contacts and you get me." She smiled wryly. "Everyone wins." She nodded at his reaction to the elves. "To do the things they don't have time for. The cooking, the cleaning, and...well...me."
2 Mar 16, 03:29 PM
Delmar: Toweling off his suit, Del thought about her words. "So...Dad bought yu? Is that what you are saying?" She said everyone wins but he didn't think her voice sounded convinced. Putting the towel between his legs he toweled off before tackling his legs, bending down. "You don't sound happy about that." He didn't have enough empathy to pick up on her last thought, but at least he had gotten the tone of her voice.
2 Mar 16, 03:47 PM
Sofia: "Essentially " she agreed, not sounding pleased about it. She watched him dry off, enjoying the view in spite of herself. "I'm not thrilled about being sold off as part of a business deal,no." She pulled her legs out of the water and rested her arms on them. "They didn't care how I felt at all" she murmured softly. "They just...sold me."
2 Mar 16, 03:52 PM
[×] Delmar: Sitting back down beside her now that he was done he dropped the towel and looked at the water, aware of her knees coming up. "Are you mad at your parents?" And after a moment. "Say, didn't you say something about loopholes earlier? What are they?"
2 Mar 16, 04:18 PM
Sofia: She bit her lip. "I don't know if mad covers it exactly " she spoke very softly. "I know they wish I had been born sick instead. They're never home and when they are I don't see them. They bought Galleta to make sure I was,fed and kept alive until I'm seventeen and they can hand me over to you." She stared hard at the water. "To them, I'm a business asset, that's it." She smirked at the mention of loopholes. "If I lose my virginity I'm worthless as far as the contract is concerned for one. If you married someone else it might break it, but im not sure if the contract would dissolve that since it's magically binding and their might be major consequences. " She was still staring at the water. "I haven't had time to come up with a lot."
2 Mar 16, 04:25 PM
[×] Delmar: He frowned. Okay as much as he was looking forward to being in a bed with her, that sounded like it really sucked. "Um. That's why they don't take you anywhere, that it?" Feeling a bit guilty (only a smidgen though since none of this could be considered his fault), he tried to think of something that would cheer her up. "Well if you find any girls who like me, you can send them my way I guess. If nothing else I could try and marry one of them if it makes you feel better." He was half-kidding in his tone. Leaning back on his arms he looked to be deep in thought. "You should try and convince them yu have to spend more time around me during the summers because I've got lots of girlfriends at school. Then maybe they will let you come stay with my family sometimes at least."
2 Mar 16, 04:33 PM
Sofia: She turned to him with wide eyes. "It wouldn't make me feel better" she assured him. "They would be livid..." She didn't even want to think about what might happen. "Yes, that's probably most of it." She closed her eyes, "getting married is probably the only way I will ever be free of them completely. " She looked at him then, "you think so?" She sounded hopeful.
2 Mar 16, 04:35 PM
Delmar: Then something occurred to him. "Wait a minute, how do they know you have not already had sex? How would they know?!" He frowned anew when she said they would be mad. "So there's no way to help you out except to marry you early and get you away from them then." He nodded, not meeting her eyes but looking off. "Sure. We move around Spain all the time right? You'd at least get away from them and get to see some places. You'd have to sleep with my sisters probably though. Dad has places he rents all over Spain."
2 Mar 16, 04:41 PM
Sofia: "There are spells to check" she answered softly, looking away again. "You don't have to" she answered, "but yes, that's the only way I can see." There was a wistfulness in her tone when she spoke again. "Sounds amazing."
2 Mar 16, 04:44 PM
[×] Delmar: It seemed quite wrong to him that something that private could be checked by magic. So much for convincing her to go to his room! "Wow." He laughed slightly out loud. "Sure I do. If it's a contract then as soon as I am able it only makes sense to. I mean I get a wife and you get away from them and clearly they don't give a sh!t about you. So you'd be better off with us." He stood up then, saying "I'll go write dad right now and get him to suggest it. Have you got an owl I can use?"
2 Mar 16, 04:55 PM
Sofia: She stared at him for a long moment as though considering whether he was actually real, and then she stood as well. "Sure" she took a couple of steps toward the door and then paused. "Hey Del?" she leaned up and kissed him suddenly. When she pulled back, she murmured, "thanks."
2 Mar 16, 04:58 PM
Delmar: She looked at him making him a bit edgy uncomfortable like maybe she could see he was thinking about her body again, but then she kissed him. Blushing a little he said "Hey, we've been friends forever. You'd help me out if I needed it." It was nearly on his tongue to say she owed him but he stopped himself wisely. "I'll go get changed and then you bring the owl to the room. I'll write something up pretty quick I bet. Okay?"
2 Mar 16, 05:02 PM
Sofia: She nodded. "Of course I would. " She walked through the door and smiled when he spoke. "You got it" She intentionally went up in front of him on the stairs. There was no harm in him looking she decided, in fact she was sort of pleased about it suddenly. A few minutes later she returned with the owl. She knocked softly. "Are you relatively decent?"
2 Mar 16, 05:04 PM
Delmar: Going straight up to his room (man she looked distracting; what a lot of changes...) he stripped after digging through his bag on the floor and pulling out fresh clothes. He was coming out of the bathroom when she knocked having left his bathing suit in the shower on the knobs. "Sure." Dropping to his knees on the floor, he dug in the backpack also and pulled out parchment quill and ink.
2 Mar 16, 05:10 PM
Sofia: She opened the door and the owl flew in to perch on the headboard. She sat on his bed and crossed her legs. "So, what are you going to tell your dad?"
2 Mar 16, 05:12 PM
[×] Delmar: He was looking at getting the ink open when she asked and he glanced up surprised. "Uh. Just that you need to get away from here and need to come stay with us during the summer. And then the excuse we came up with. Why? Do you think I need to say something else?"
2 Mar 16, 05:17 PM
Sofia: "No" she shook her head. "Just wondering. I'm afraid he might say something to my parents and I don't know how they'll react if they find out I said something, that's all."
2 Mar 16, 05:21 PM
[×] Delmar: She said that and he frowned in concentration. "Oh, I see. No I'd tell him that to his face, not in a letter anyway." He wrote for a minute what he had just said and then hesitated before adding that she never got to go anywhere, just stayed at home. And that maybe her elf could come along so her parents would feel good about her being elsewhere. He smiled to himself about that last part then tossed the parchment up on the bed so she could read it. There was no deception, just a part which said not to tell her parents too much till he could talk to him. "There, take a look."
2 Mar 16, 05:24 PM
Sofia: She took, the letter, scanned it,and then nodded. "Looks good, you think he will go for it?" she asked. She laid back, sprawled on his ned with her legs over the side. "Sorry you got mixed up in all this" she told him
2 Mar 16, 05:27 PM
Delmar: Del nodded without hesitation. "Sure, I've asked for other friends to drop in before, just not a girl before. I'm already out numbered so that would be foolish of me, right?" He stood up and took the letter, tying it shut and trying not to look at the way she was lying which he totally failed at. "Pfft, whatever. You are the one with all the downsides. We'll figure something out. Hey," he thought looking at her in sudden surprise, "Is that the reason we've been friends forever? that they set this up when we were little?" It had just occured to him
2 Mar 16, 05:33 PM
Sofia: She laughed. "I can't wait to see your sisters again.How are they?" She nodded without having to consider the question. "I think it's likely " she raised herself up on her arm. "This was probably always the plan."
2 Mar 16, 05:36 PM
Delmar: He rolled his eyes. "Trouble, of course.Wake me up way too early even on a Saturdays. Saturday!" he exclaimed, miffed. Tying the note on the owl's leg he went over to the window to open it as he said "Sneaky. I'm sure dad didn't tell me till he thought I was old enough to care."
2 Mar 16, 05:42 PM
Sofia: She laughed, "sounds fun." A cheeky grin at him. "I'll have to see if I can give them a hand." She nodded. "We'll figure it out " she repeated his own words. She rolled onto her stomach. "We know each other really well, that's something at least. "
2 Mar 16, 05:49 PM
Delmar: He sighed and after the owl went ot the window threw himself down beside her on the bed from the other side so his legs were off the opposite side. "hey now, I'm being nice so you have to be more on my side then theirs remember." He glanced over at her face wondering if this was what was meant by scoring points with girls. "Of course we will. They don't know we might be working together after all." She rolled over and he nodded. "Yeah true. I know dad is also getting money from this which will help us out so you're not the only part we're getting out of this."
2 Mar 16, 05:53 PM
Sofia: "Fair enough"He threw himself onto the bed and she smiled. "Maybe we'll make a good team"in more ways than one she realized. "Nope, I'm just the most awesome part" she grinned playfully at him.
2 Mar 16, 05:56 PM
[×] Delmar: "Too right. Like my sisters need any help to drive me crazy." He shrugged being too young yet in his thinking about relationships to think about more then sex. "Hopefully." and then turned his head back to her. "Hey, this team thing happens in school too, right?" And she bragged about her own worth and he laughed. "Right. It's much nicer looking at you then a pile of money I admit!" he tried very hard not to look at her cleavage as he said this.
2 Mar 16, 06:04 PM
Sofia: She smirked. "It's not a long drive " she teased.She studied him warily. "Yes,but that doesn't mean I am doing your homework. " She sighed, "I think you're probably the only one who thinks so. "
2 Mar 16, 06:06 PM
Delmar: He stuck his tongue out at her on purpose for that comment. A sigh. "But you could check it sometimes. But not what I was asking about. What are we telling people at school?" He came up on his elbows even if still on his back. "Hey! It's true! And I bet my sisters would agree and my dad probably does too. SO all the people who do are at my house. See? You've always been supposed to be over there not here."
2 Mar 16, 06:15 PM
Sofia: "Sure I would. ..oh" She realized what he meant. "I...um...have no idea actually. " She brightened when he continued. "It would be really nice to have people around to talk to." He propped up and she bit her lip. Leaning forward, she kissed him softly again. "We should...practice. ..or something ,right? "
2 Mar 16, 06:19 PM
[×] Delmar: He nodded, seeing she got it. "Maybe the date will help. Either way we need to be on the same story before we go back." Not ever having been without them, he didn't know what to say. The idea that that sort of loneliness existed was still a bit hard for him to grasp. "Oh they will talk your ears off." She kissed him again and he brightened hopefully. "Really? I mean, *ahem* yes. Yes we should." He was afraid to move.
2 Mar 16, 07:03 PM
Sofia: "Agreed, we can talk about it right before you go back." She shrugged one shoulder and smiled. "I'm looking forward to it." She laughed at him, she couldn't help it. "Have you ever kissed anyone else?"
2 Mar 16, 07:06 PM
Delmar: Of course she was looking forward to it, SHE was a girl! Wondering if he was making a big mistake, he was completely proved wrong when she kissed him. She laughed and he flushed a bit more but rallied. "Yes. Two girls, but they were asking for it too. Maybe, a month ago or so."
2 Mar 16, 07:14 PM
Sofia: "Bet they were" she leaned forward and pressed her lips to his again before she continued. "Well then,you're definitely the expert."
2 Mar 16, 07:18 PM
[×] Delmar: She leaned in and he was ready this time and kissed back, turning his head just before contact. "Maybe experienced, but not the expert. I need a lot more practice." He smiled at her. "And yeah, we need to look more used to it before we head back for sure. Probably hugging too. Cuddling?"
2 Mar 16, 08:27 PM
Sofia: This was fun, more fun was how much it would probably annoy her parents if they knew. When he spoke she grinned. "That is probably the best idea I've heard all day." She nodded, "I'm going to need practice with that" she answered. "I've never cuddled anyone...or been hugged either for that matter."
3 Mar 16, 12:53 AM
[×] Delmar: Oh wow she was going to let him hold her too?? Like, all personal and stuff? He felt himself get a bit warm in his shirt despite it's lack of material and his heart rate sped up. "Cool. Then that definitely needs to happen. Now or wait till later after the date?" The only issue would be should her parents come to find him and he didn't think that would happen. He leaned over to her and kissed her again, a bit slower and brushed his lips across hers when he was done.
3 Mar 16, 08:41 AM
Sofia: She thought about it. "¿Por que no los dos?" she grinned cheekily at him. It shouldn't have surprised her how easy it was to be close to Del. He'd been the only person she was ever even remotely physically close to her whole life. Suddenly she wondered if that might have been intentional as well. When he kissed her this time, she felt a warm tingling feeling that rose up and through her chest causing her cheeks to flush and her breathing to catch just slightly. She titled her head and studied him. "That was nice" she commented.
3 Mar 16, 12:51 PM
[×] Delmar: No words were really needed. Soon as she asked that he smiled, got up, walked around he bed, and sat on the edge on her side. Sitting there made the kiss angles much easier and as she told him the other was nice he grinned. "It's a bit trickier upside down so this should be easier. Here, hang on," he pulled one leg up onto the bed putting it down the middle so she could sit right in his personal space nd held his arms out in open invitation. When she had scooted over into his he pulled her against his chest with his arms. "It gets better over time I'm told. I guess that's familiarity. And you know, hugging is something you cold have asked me about before, Sofia. I would have hugged you had you asked."

[Shava]

20 Apr 16, 08:55 AM
Sofia: She stood still and silent for a moment as he rubbed the lotion into her skin. It felt good, and she was reminded once again that physical attraction definitely wasn't the issue between them. Sighing softly, she finally spoke. "Why does everything have to be so complicated now that we're really older?"
20 Apr 16, 08:58 AM
[×]Delmar: 'Older' wasn't exactly how he would have put it, but it fit close enough. "You would think it'd be easier. Not sure I like complexity so much anymore.
20 Apr 16, 09:02 AM
Sofia: She rolled her neck and nodded. "Everything was so much simpler before they told us. I kind of wish they had waited until like...the day before." She turned her head to smirk at him.
20 Apr 16, 09:04 AM
Delmar: His eyes grew a bit at the thought. "No way! Like, just before marriage?" He looked rather taken aback, then frowned. "That...Hmm, I don't know. I'm not sure I would have ever forgiven dad for that. Too much like lying I think. Esier on us, but not on--" It then occured to him that she didn't feel the same about her parents which made him bite off his words. Jeeze, this was tricky.
20 Apr 16, 09:08 AM
Sofia: She turned to face him. "Maybe you're right, but at least then we could have just been friends during all tjis instead of having to think about..." She paused, biting her lip as she did so. "Everything else too."
20 Apr 16, 09:11 AM
[×]Delmar: He took the point and nodded once. "Okay yeah, that i can get. And this way you did get out of the house and away from them for a bit each summer at least." He knew she felt cut off from everything happening in her family now at least.
20 Apr 16, 09:17 AM
Sofia: She nodded slowly, acknowledging the point. A glance around caused her expression to brighten considerably. "This place is incredible " she breathed. "Can you just leave me here when school starts?" she grinned.
20 Apr 16, 09:20 AM
Delmar: He finished her back and handed her his bottle, getting up to sit in front of her. "I wish. Dad only has it unrented once or twice in a year. It's our most expesive rental but it's insanely popular." And he understood why too. A shout out above from the windows showed two of sisters were still having a rough encounter.
20 Apr 16, 09:41 AM
Sofia: She took the bottle from him and as she moved her hands over his skin she laughed. "I can see why it would be" she answered with a brief frown up at the window. "They're really at it today. What's going on? "
20 Apr 16, 09:43 AM
[×]Delmar: He shrugged, looking at the ground and wondering why this was so hard soemhow. "I don't know what happened and I'm not about to go in and get sucked into it. Maybe I can't go in the water, but I can stay out of that."
20 Apr 16, 09:49 AM
Sofia: She finished his back and arched a brow at him. "Why can't you go into the water?" She eyed the pool with undisguised longing. The water was her favorite place to be without exception.
20 Apr 16, 09:52 AM
Delmar: He rolled his eyes, took the bottle from her and tossed it next to the door back inside on the terrace. "We just got here, Sof. Until dad gives the 'talk' about safety, no one can go away from the house or anything till he's talked first. You know the rules."
20 Apr 16, 10:06 AM
Sofia: She fell back onto the chair. She did know the rules, but in her excitement she had forgotten. Another longing look at the pool before she turned her head to look at him. "Now this is torture. "
20 Apr 16, 10:10 AM
Delmar: He knew how to play this one at least. "Pffft! You need more sun anyway, enjoy it while you wait." He stood and moved back over to his original chair despite his interest in her hands being closer. He was still wary from their earlier argument. "I think torture would be much harder then this."
20 Apr 16, 10:26 AM
Sofia: She stretched out more fully in the chair, enjoying the warmth of the sun on her bare skin. She briefly considered removing the chains on her feet and ankles, but decided against it. She could always charm the lines away once school started. "Mmm" she hummed softly in pure pleasure. "Okay, you win. There are definitely worse things."
20 Apr 16, 10:29 AM
Delmar: Watching her stretch out was pure pleasure, his eyes following the curves of her body and feeling a keen interest in her undr her suit. Not that bathing suits left much to the imgination, but Del took the moment of enjoyment, lying sideways on a chair and looking somewhat relaxed. He wasn't expecting that thigns were okay, but she wanted to be friendly and he'd stretch that out as far as he could. Nothing against looking however. "It brings out the color in your hair anyway. Unlike Ella who just ges from burned to peeling and then repeats."
20 Apr 16, 10:45 AM
Sofia: Sofia's expression turned sympathetic. "You have to give her credit though, she seems determined." Sofia had the darkest skin of anyone in her family, and at home she often felt self-conscious about it. The compliment therefore, was more appreciated than he knew. So she relaxed further, feeling her earlier resentment begin to fade out. "My parents are gone the entire summer" she observed. Again, she added silently. "They've found some specialist in China who claims to have developed some miracle cure for Alberto."
20 Apr 16, 10:49 AM
[×]Delmar: He snorted softly. "She's jealous of how you look I think." She wasn't looking so he glanced down her rear, quickly looking back out to the ocean to prevent being caught. "Again? How long does it take to go to a new specialist? Jeeze..." Still, it would free her up if her brother did get cured really, though it would destroy the weddings' set up. "Hmm, you have not told Dad that, right?"
20 Apr 16, 10:54 AM
Sofia: She gave him a disbelieving look. "Jealous? Of me?" A shake of her head. "I doubt it." She shrugged. "It's several rounds of treatment I think. " She shook her head. "Of course not. I wouldn't want him to feel like he has to keep me all summer because my parents are gone" she pointed out. "I'm sure you have plans that don't include keeping an eye on me for the next several weeks."
20 Apr 16, 11:01 AM
[×]Delmar: Several rounds. They would hardly go far from the clinic from such a great travel distance so she was probably right about them being gone all summer. "Okay good," he said thinking with his second brain about how nice it would be to get her willing and fake a trip to her house. Knowing her however that was merely a pipe dream of getting her alone. "Oh. Good point." He hadn't thought about that; parents often made arrangements without telling you anything. He might not have her the whole summer, but if her parents were gone he bet they had a sitter. He made a frown. "Uh, not really. We come here so infrequently I don't know anyone around here. Probably spend most of it snorkeling unless something happens."
20 Apr 16, 11:06 AM
Sofia: She looked puzzled alk the sudden. "Good? Why?" Her eyes lit up at the mention of snorkeling. "Sounds great to me" she observed. She sighed. "I'm sure Galleta will come get me in a few weeks and I'll spend the rest of the summer reading for school. "
20 Apr 16, 11:10 AM
Delmar: Had to cover for his words. "Oh same reason you said, no reason for dad to worry, right?" Then he hesitated, glancing towards the house. "Huh, I wonder though. Just an idea..." Nah, she'd never go for it, he decided. "Yeah, you can help me do some deep dives if you want. I have to have a partner to keep an eye out anyway according to dad." Oh yeah, she had a built in babysitter. He made a face. "Oh yeah, she counts as an adult doesn't she? Or as a jailer in their eyes at least."
20 Apr 16, 11:18 AM
Sofia: She looked as no she didn't quite believe him, but the mention of an idea caught her attention."What idea?" Then her eyes widened. "Is that safe?" He asked about Galleta and she nodded. "Pretty much, though she's not as strict with me as she makes them think she is."
20 Apr 16, 11:33 AM
[×]Delmar: He glanced at her, then his eyes judged her for a moment. "Uh. Well since you don't really get along with your parents I was thinking we could pull something off under their noses to help you feel like you are getting back at them, but I forgot you had a house elf. So it probably wouldn't work." He nodded at the other though. "Oh yeah. Well, I wouldn't ask you to do it if you didn't feel safe enough, but I do it every summer. I'll need it for deep sea magic eventually. Dad requires me to have a spotter for it though."
20 Apr 16, 11:41 AM
Sofia: "Yeah, nothing gets passed Galleta." For curiosity's sake, however, she added:"What did you have in mind?" She sat silently for a long moment, weighing her options. On the one hand, it probably wouldn't be the safest thing she had ever done. On the other, when did she ever get to actually take risks at all? She smiled. "I'm in" she decided. "Just don't let me drown okay?"
20 Apr 16, 12:27 PM
[×]Delmar: He shrugged, figuring it made sense he wouldn't have a good idea there. "Was just going to make out like you had invited me over for a weekend between places and just needed to be dropped off with you at your place. Figured we could take care of ourselves for a weekend and your parents would never know. It was stupid I guess." She spoke about being in and he chuckled. "Nope, I won't. You won't be taking any risks and you get to have me on a rope. That's fair enough isn't it?"
20 Apr 16, 12:34 PM
Sofia: She looked thoughtful. "It might work , let me give it some thought. " She grinned mischievously when he spoke about having him on a rope. "That will be interesting. " She appeared to be trying to imagine it. If there was one thing they had in common, it was a love of the water.
20 Apr 16, 12:37 PM
Delmar: Surprised, he looked at her. "Oh? Oh, okay..." Seriously? So his idea might not have been undoable. Well, he'd see what she came up with. "Yeah, when I do it with my sisters they usually have one end of a rope around my ankle so they can pull me up without being deep down."
20 Apr 16, 12:45 PM
Sofia: Sofia nodded. " I can't make any promises, but I'll see what I can do." She listened when he spoke about his sisters, and nodded again, see me more excited now but nervous. " I'm almost willing to go back in there just to get the safety talk over with, but not quite. "
20 Apr 16, 12:51 PM
[×]Delmar: Watching her still lying there he pursed his lips. She was very attractive at the moment to his eyes and it would be more so when her suit was wet. "I've heard some others at school say it was awesome to pull something off like that, even if not much happened. Just sounded like something you might wanna try." Del shook his head. "No, give it a bit still. When most everyone is downstairs then it's over. Safer out here really."
20 Apr 16, 01:07 PM
Sofia: She was intrigued, but not quite sure how to go about it, and so she simply nodded. "I guess we will have to see." She glanced at the house and a particularly shrill voice made her cringe. "Maybe you're right " she agreed. Rolling onto her stomach, she untied the straps at her neck and moved her hair to one side. "It almost makes me glad I'm practically an only child."
20 Apr 16, 01:11 PM
Delmar: He smirked though she wasn't looking at him; of course he was right, they were his family. "Dave said once any group of girls who live together have drama days. Sometimes I think he's right. Guys are a lot more laid back." HIs eyes became focused on the straps as she undid them and his blood pressure might have increased a bit sddenly. "Oh don't worry, I'm willing to share them."
20 Apr 16, 01:14 PM
Sofia: She wrinkled her nose at him. "Im very laid back" she argued. Then, after a moment, "most of the time. " She snorted softly. "How thoughtful " she teased him. "And to think I didn't get you anything. "
20 Apr 16, 01:21 PM
[×]Delmar: He shook his head. "You are an individual, he was talking about groups. Different chemistry." Well now that was an unusually open line for him. "Oh I am sure you can think of something. Besides, you may be stuck with them permenantly anyway. Isi was asking me how many kids you were going to give me the other day. She seems to think she will be only around to help play with them for some reason." He shook his head
20 Apr 16, 01:25 PM
Sofia: She was logical enough to concede the point even though she didn't quite agree with it. " it's beginning to look like it. I'll be 15 next month, and you know my parents probably won't wait more than 5 minutes after my seventeenth birthday." She laugh softly. " did you tell her she has a while to wait for her nieces and nephews just yet?"
20 Apr 16, 01:29 PM
Delmar: He nodded. "True. Heck, they might not wait till five minute after I turn." Which was even more possible seeing as that would leave her dependant on him a few months after and he could see her parents liking that. He sighed, his eyes coming off her back for the first time to look out across the ocean. "She seems to think we're all always going to live in the same rooms with each other. Trying to explain to her she will have her own life doesn't work yet in her head."
20 Apr 16, 01:35 PM
Sofia: Her eyes widened at the realization he might be right. He spoke of his sister's mentality, and it brought home the reality of spending the rest of her life with him. She tied the straps on her top and sat up suddenly. "Where /will/ we live? " she asked suddenly. She was loathe to admit that for some reason she had not realized it would be just the two of them either.
20 Apr 16, 01:38 PM
[×]Delmar: Unfortunately she remembered the straps. "Well at first? One of the flats I guess. Till I get my island built I think which will probably take a year or so." The sudden change of the direction of the conversation made him feel wary all over again.
20 Apr 16, 01:48 PM
Sofia: She stared at him, eyes wide. "I-island?" Sofia wasn't one to stutter, but he had caught her by surprise. All sorts of images passed through her mind, and she liked them, a lot. "So if we're already going to be married when this happens. .." She wasn't sure how to ask him what she wanted to know. "Do I...can I..." She stopped, began again. "Do I get to help with the design?" She knew from reading that the contract would give him nearly absolute control over her, she wondered if he knew it too.
20 Apr 16, 01:51 PM
Delmar: He nodded, looking at her as he realized she had never asked him about that so he had never talked with her about his plans. "Well yeah, I need to study in the deep ocean for the magics I want to study and write up. I need to have a platform to work off of." She stuttered a bit and he frowned at her. "Go ahead, Sof." He was not aware of how much control he really had, only aware he would make the decisions. "Well yeah if you want. I've got some of it already in my head, what will be needed and that."
20 Apr 16, 02:24 PM
Sofia: She looked at him suddenly as though she was seeing a completely different person. "You want to make a career out of oceanic magics research? " She was floored, beyond floored. Who /was/ he? And how had she gone this long without knowing? The idea of a house on an island surrounded by water didn't just appeal to her, it was her dream. When he agreed to let her help with the designs, she just stared. For the first time, she felt like she had something to look forward to in all this. "I had no idea that you..." She wasn't sure how to say it. "That you were this passionate about something. "
20 Apr 16, 06:12 PM
Delmar: She'd seen him in the water for years, hadn't she? "Well yeah. I don't want people to know about that so much so I keep it quiet." A single eyebrow arose, but his face said it all. "You never asked what I wanted to do." He thought for barely a second and then added somewhat sheepishly "Of course I didn't think to ask you what you wanted to do either I guess so that's okay. Did you have a dream?" He didn't realize his phrasing sounded wrong or could be mistaken. Honestly, they had never talked about that part either of them, just about the wedding mostly and the contract. That he had never done so didn't strike him as dumb so much as thoughtless; he knew he was smarter then that.
20 Apr 16, 08:18 PM
Sofia: For a long moment she was silent, as though trying to remember a time when they had discussed it. When she couldn't, she frowned. "You're right" she murmured. "Music" she answered without thinking, and then flushed. "I mean..." She bit her lip and fell silent again.
20 Apr 16, 08:19 PM
[×]Delmar: He shrugged. "Known each other for years, you would have thought-- Oh well, it happened." She spoke then nearly bit her tongue and he looked at her funny. "What do you mean, music? Like, you want to be a performer?" Odd, he wouldn't have thought that was her...
20 Apr 16, 08:27 PM
Sofia: "I know" she sounded puzzled as well. "I guess I just assumed you would step into running your father's business and I...well my parents have been raising me to be your wife since I was born. " At his reaction to her admission, she flushed darker. "I know it's unrealistic."
20 Apr 16, 08:28 PM
Delmar: He motioned that she wasn't actually wrong. "I will be, actually, but dad only works a couple of days a week and then mostly he's only busy in the end of the month. I have plenty of time for my own pursuit and still run the business. Not like he will die right after my birthday," he almost said something else but stopped there. His eyes grew bigger. "Wait, you mean you really want to be a performer? I was just kidding! Like what, singing? Piano? What?"
20 Apr 16, 08:37 PM
Sofia: She arched a brow. at him. "My parents seem to be under the impression that being your wife will be my full-time purpose for existing" she informed him. "Yes" she mumbled softly, getting more embarrassed by the moment. "Singing and piano" she shook her head. "Just forget it" she said softly.
20 Apr 16, 08:40 PM
Delmar: He rolled his eyes and then leaned over poking her side with a finger. "And since when have you given a d@mn about what they think? You could raise kids, write a book on what I'm doing, and still practice the music. If I have time for a few days of business you could certainly perform in some places if you got good enough. Besides, if you get good, you can teach our kids too. It's not like mutually exclusive.." She looked embarrassed and he frowned at her. He wasn't really thinking about pleasing her because it was right so much as knowing what the hook was for her, using it to keep her happy with the situation.
20 Apr 16, 08:47 PM
Sofia: He poked her and squeaked before poking him back. As he spoke however she merely sat and stared at him."You're serious? " Her color was returning to normal now, and the wheels were turning again. "I wonder if mom would let me bring the piano."
20 Apr 16, 08:51 PM
[×]Delmar: Del only knew his sisters, not how much attention little kids took so his expectations of the amount of time needed to care for them was very unrealistic. He shrugged and leaned back hearing in her voice that he had struck a rather well hidden chord. "Why not? With the money we get I bet I can afford an assistant who can help out with stuff on the island anyway as well as my dives. Long as you give me kids early on I don't see why it wouldn't work." A shake of his head at her mention of the piano waving with his hand same time. "Nah, don't ask. She might try and block you from doing it. I'll get you something more portable for the island." Now finally he was getting somewhere! Now if she would be reasonable about sex, he'd be home free he would bet!"
20 Apr 16, 08:51 PM
Delmar: Del only knew his sisters, not how much attention little kids took so his expectations of the amount of time needed to care for them was very unrealistic. He shrugged and leaned back hearing in her voice that he had struck a rather well hidden chord. "Why not? With the money we get I bet I can afford an assistant who can help out with stuff on the island anyway as well as my dives. Long as you give me kids early on I don't see why it wouldn't work." A shake of his head at her mention of the piano waving with his hand same time. "Nah, don't ask. She might try and block you from doing it. I'll get you something more portable for the island." Now finally he was getting somewhere! Now if she would be reasonable about sex, he'd be home free he would bet!"
20 Apr 16, 09:05 PM
Sofia: "Im not going to hire someone to raise them" she pointed out, "and kids are a full-time job until they go to school, Del" she added. "Maybe something will work itself out. I guess we will just have to s--" She broke off, "a portable piano?" She wrinkled her nose.
20 Apr 16, 09:08 PM
Delmar: He looked sorta of surprised by this information. "They are? But dad seems to do fine and runs a business too even with my little sister around and Fernando who can't do anything by himself except make a mess." She made a face and he held out his hands to both sides. "What? Something wrong?"
21 Apr 16, 07:02 AM
Sofia: "Sure, because they're older, he can, but I bet it took time to figure out a routine and what worked." She gave the upstairs windows a meaningful look. "And sometimes it still doesn't. " She shook her head at his question. "Not wrong exactly, I'm just trying to picture a portable piano. "
21 Apr 16, 07:07 AM
Delmar: Del was following her till the 'routine part which caused a snort from him. "Okay some routine maybe, but have you seen our house in your visits? Does it seem to follow any pattern besides a very simplistic one or it more relaxed?" Actually he should have said chaotic, but the word didn't occur to him. "Besides, that's more having been cooped up on a boat for too long. Isi didn't get a nap and I bet that's soem of it at least." She spoke about it and he thought about it. He was sure he had seen smaller ones. "I've seen small ones, for like places without a lot of space and the muggles have those ones that are all keyboard right?"
21 Apr 16, 07:31 AM
Sofia: He snorted, and she laughed. "Hey, I never said it was perfect" she argued, and her tone was dangerously close to playful. She loved Del's family, even if she found him specifically to be rather difficult to deal with at times. "I..." she bit her lip, "I think it might be different for single parents too" she said very softly. He never talked about his mother, and as a result Sofia never asked about her. She had no idea what had happened, and she rarely if ever brought up anything near the subject. She glanced sympathetically up at the window again. "Amazing what a little sleep deprivation can do when you're young." She looked thoughtful when he spoke of pianos, and shrugged. "I've never seen one, but I don't get out much, remember?"
21 Apr 16, 07:37 AM
Delmar: She soke about single parents and he didn't even think of his mother at that moment. "Well there you go; we'd be working together, not single so twice as effective probably." Del made a face and looked back at the houseagain. She's still pretty young, naps are her big thing and kids get grumpy when they don't have them." Ah! So that was all. "Well they exist. I'd get you one."
21 Apr 16, 07:43 AM
Sofia: She frowned when yet again he did not mention his mother. She wasn't willing to risk the fragile truce between them to broach the subject. At least, not yet. She would have to ask him some day, or maybe it would be safer to ask his father, as strange as that sounded. He mentioned working together, and she made a face. "I can't picture you as a dad" she observed. "Then again, I can't picture me as a mom either so..." The topic shifted to his sister, and Sofia smiled. "I don't even remember being her age very much anymore" she said softly. "I remember you though" she grinned. "Always getting us into trouble" she teased softly. She thought about the piano and nodded. "I'll take your word for it" she answered. "My parents don't even really know I play. I practice when they aren't home."
21 Apr 16, 07:46 AM
[×]Delmar: He laughed softly and laidback on his back face up. "I bet no one can see it till they are." She spoke about him getting them i trouble and he smiled a bit more. "You'd be too boring if I hadn't I bet, slowly disappearing into books. you need the variety of me." He looked over at her. "So that's when you sing too?"
21 Apr 16, 08:00 AM
Sofia: "That's probably true " she agreed, thinking that maybe it was the sort of thing one had to experience to understand. She gave him a miffed look, but it lacked temper. "I'm not boring " she argued. "And what's wrong with books?" She studied him. "And you need me for what? Common sense? Keeping you alive?" She stuck her tongue out at him. The singing question made her wary again. "Yes"
21 Apr 16, 08:04 AM
Delmar: He looked at her being miffed and chuckled. "Never said there was anything wrong with them, but that you shouldn't get just sucked into them. You should always try new things, experience life not just read about it. Adventure, excitement, sex, swimming, exploring -- it's all so much more then just reading about it." He thought about it, tho the common sense part made him stick his tongue back out at her. "Keeping me alive probably." Rolling onto his side he looked over her form. "So like, when do I get to hear you?"
21 Apr 16, 08:22 AM
Sofia: She considered that." "I agree" she answered softly, "but in case you forgot I don't exactly get a lot of opportunity to do any of that." When he stuck out his tongue, she grinned, but it faded at his question. "You don't " se answered simply.
21 Apr 16, 08:25 AM
Delmar: He waved around the house. "I think through me you do. Didn't I ask you to come with me deep diving earlier? How did you get to come here? Who keeps offering you sex?" His grin increased. She flatly denied him and he looked surprised. "What? Why?"
21 Apr 16, 10:02 AM
Sofia: She smirked at him. "In fairness, I think the sex might be more for your benefit " she pointed out. After another beat, she sighed. "Being with you and your family is like being in another world " she said quietly. "I really can't understand how our parents are friends. "
21 Apr 16, 10:07 AM
[×]Delmar: He shook his head though he secretly thought she was right. "Don't give me that. If you ask around the girl's dorm I bet there are girls who will tell you how fantastic it was. Anyway, point stands. You don't have any experience in it so you can't judge on that." A quirked eyebrow. "Business partners. They met though others and found out they had kids same age. And yeah, your family is way different from mine." He got up and moved over to sit beside her on her chair, putting a hand on her shoulder. "And I'm one of the closest people to you, you know. Plus we have a future together. So won't you trust me? I won't laugh at you."
21 Apr 16, 03:10 PM
Sofia: "In general or with you specifically?" It was a dangerous question, but the idea that he might have slept with someone in her dorm made her uncomfortable to say the least. He sat next to her, and she smiled briefly when he touched her shoulder. To a certain point, she was very comfortable with him, even in her personal space. Far more than with anyone else certainly. When he spoke, something in her eyes shifted, and for a moment shefelt the urge to kiss him. They'd done so before of course, but it had been nearly two years since the last time, and he'd had no shortage of partners since then, she knew. "I..." she bit her lip, glanced away and then back again. She wasn't sure how to answer him, so she did the one thing she knew would distract him. Leaning in, she was a breath away from his lips when Josefina's voice could be heard. "Dad says to come in" and she sat back suddenly, blushing lightly and staring at the ground.
21 Apr 16, 03:16 PM
[×]Delmar: HIs eyes popped up to hers -- after their last most recent argument did she really think he would have-- "Sofia! In general!" That was safe enough since he knew she was thinking of other girls. And for her to have asked that after having been so mad at the non-verbal answer she had assumed... When she next spoke he was entirely thinking about music so her sudden daring near-kiss not only floored him, but caught him off guard completely! Confused now, as she suddenly pulled away, he didn't know whether to correct her or not. Frowning, he stood up suddenly and managed to catch her hand to pull her up and then kept it as he led the way inside. "You stay with me till this is done, we need to talk."
21 Apr 16, 03:17 PM
Delmar: -fifteen minutes later after the talk in which safety, only going in partners and when supper would be had been explained as well as who would hep with what for prep-
21 Apr 16, 03:19 PM
[×]Delmar: Soon as his father finished speaking, Del stood and recaptured her hand tugging towards the hallway in which he led her to his room. "Choose, hammock or bed sitting or separate." He looked rather determined about something and , following the house rules, he hadn't shut the door to the hallway which indicated he wasn't trying to pull something in particular
21 Apr 16, 03:34 PM
Sofia: His reaction to the question made her laugh in spite of the seriousness of the subject."I might some time" she said noncommitally, still amused by his reaction to the question. She knew from the look in his eyes as she pulled away that she had surprised him, and something else she couldn't quite discern as well. So, she wasn't particularly surprised when he pulled her up, but it was unusual for him to hold her hand unless they were out somewhere. She nodded, having expected nothing less and went with him inside. When he took her hand again a few minutes later, she went easily enough, but she was a bit caught off guard by the serious expression in his eyes. It wasn't like him, and she wasn't sure what it meant. "Hammock" she answered immediately, because she enjoyed them very much. She made her way over and climbed in. She didn't particularly care if he joined her. With the door open, she doubted he'd try for much if anything, and he really seemed intent on talking to her.
21 Apr 16, 03:37 PM
[×]Delmar: While he might not be very empathy-oriented, Del had no issue with manipulation and psychology and that he had been reading a lot about. The idea that she was going to refuse to allow him to hear her voice when she had just admitted it was a dream said it was something he really needed t investigate. So while he really was super curious about why she had been about to kiss him, his interest in her evasion was higher for once and unusually so. When she choose the hammock he smiled behind her back because they sort of enforced a certain amount of closeness. Letting her get settled, he then climbed in next to her on his back and then turned his head to her. "All right, give, what's wrong? Why don't you want me to hear you sing?"
21 Apr 16, 03:56 PM
Sofia: She arched a brow at him. They were half-dressed in the hammock. She had nearly kissed him, and that was what he was so curious about? She studied him for a long moment. "Are you feeling all right?" After another moment, she exhaled softly. "No one's heard me sing except for Professor Blair when I take lessons at school" she confessed. "I would never have told anyone, but he caught me in his classroom using the piano after hours and convinced me I might be good enough to...do something with it." She rolled onto her side despite the fact that the close quarters meant a lot of skin on skin brushes as she did so. "I can't tell my parents because they've got it in their heads that anything I want to do outside of the contract is dangerous, and I was afraid if I said anything to you you might accidentally let it slip to your dad and then..." She shrugged a shoulder. "Its just something I love, but it wouldn't be acceptable to everyone like my love of books" she pointed out. "Everyone expects Ravenclaws to like reading, but you don't hear about them singing, playing, composing..." She looked into his eyes. "It's not something I've ever shared with anyone, and I guess I feel like once I do...its not safe anymore."
21 Apr 16, 04:39 PM
Delmar: He nodded. "I'm fine." He listened as she spoke, thinking something was up. He liked the feel of her skin brushing against his side as she turned and put a hand on her tummy when she stopped as the excuse for turning slightly towards her. He nodded as she mentioned her parents, but shook his head about his father. Still he let her come to a finish before he spoke. "Okay. All logical from your point of view I guess. Except one thing. You didn't know that if you mentioned what your dream was to me I'd consider that personal between us. It's something secret you are keeping and offering it to me means it's sealed, right? Just like I expect you to keep your mouth shut about my interest in the sea. I don't want anyone else competing with me for the same knowledge yet, they can start after I get a head start, you know?" Then he circled a finger on her skin once, just above her bellybutton as he added "I mean if you're that good at music, awesome. But even if you wanted it just for yourself since we're going to be a couple. Are a couple I mean."
21 Apr 16, 04:53 PM
Sofia: She listened to his argument, and nodded when he mentioned keeping his interests a secret. "Of course " she agreed. He brushed her skin with a fingertip, and though she didn't stop him, she was suddenly wary. "I get it" she assured him, but her expression became slightly incredulous at his couple comment. "We're not though " she corrected him softly. "Or Id have to be mad at you like all the time. "
21 Apr 16, 04:58 PM
Delmar: He missed her wariness. "Yeah okay maybe not in any offical way, but we're going to be married and we've been friends for years. I've known you as long as any of my family really. So in a way we're a sort of couple. Just not romanticaly." He made a rueful face and looked away, his hand changing to flat on her skin. "Okay I know I deserve that even when I don't directly know why. You never make mistakes."
21 Apr 16, 05:06 PM
Sofia: She laughed, "Im pretty sure the only way to be a couple is romantically" she pointed out. His hand on her skin didn't bother her, and when he didn't move it, she relaxed. "Because I'm not allowed to " she informed him. "It's in the contract. " She looked older all the sudden. "It's hard to do anything wrong with no freedom, Del."
21 Apr 16, 05:12 PM
[×]Delmar: He shook his head. "I think friends can still be a couple. I mean, look how many kids are paired up in school without dating? Best friends do that too." He made a face at the mention of the contract. "Yeah okay i get it. I can't stop thinking about it though. Sorry, that's probably not going to change. I'm a guy." She spoke about freedom and looked upset about it so he took the hand off her skin and caught her chin looking into her eyes. "You will have freedom as much as I can get you, Sofia. I promise to help you with that as much as I can, okay? And I have a better chance then anyone else does, right? I bet doing stuff with me they will let you get away with more."
21 Apr 16, 05:26 PM
Sofia: She thought about it, realized he was right, and conceded the point. "Okay, but how many of those pairs have been engaged their whole lives?" she pointed out. "It does kind of make things complicated." She hesitated. He wasn't pushing her, and they would have to talk about it some time. It was a subject she had so far managed to avoid almost completely, but the mention of kids earlier was still fresh on her mind, and kids meant... She took a deep breath. "I know" she acknowledged. "And I guess I understand, it's just that sometimes I get irritated by the unfairness of everything, you know? Like no one really cares what you do or with who, but if I so much as leave the house by myself its the end of the world." He took her face in his hand then, and she looked up at him, slightly startled. He didn't touch her this way, not since they were young when they had tried to 'date'. She bit her lip, seeing nothing but sincerity in his expression. She had made up her mind from a young age never
21 Apr 16, 05:27 PM
Sofia: to tell him about how much control he actually had, but he had asked her to trust him, and this was as much as she could give him. "Del..." she felt the tremor of nerves in her voice. "My parents basically gave you complete control over me. It's part of the reason I feel the way I do about them. Except for the mention of kids, the contract reads like any other business deal where assets change hands." --
21 Apr 16, 05:32 PM
[×]Delmar: There was no way to answer her point and he knew it. "Okay, point." He nodded, knowing she was right about the other too. "Yeah I didn't make up the rules and they are slanted. But look at the other side too will you? Guys are expected to know all of it when they get married, but get looked down upon for having too many partners in an attempt to learn what we're supposed to too. Not to mention most of my muggle friends have to get the protection and from people who give them a hard time for even thinking about it -- which none of us can help." It was unfair if not as unfair as what she was under, but few girls saw that there was another side to it either. He raised an eyebrow. "What do you mean complete? Like, legal complete?" He looked taken aback as if not having expected that.
21 Apr 16, 05:46 PM
Sofia: She listened, really listened, for maybe the first time ever. Though she didn't quite understand everything he was saying, she could tell by his tone and expression that he was serious and the point mattered to him, so she nodded. "I know this wasn't your choice either, believe me" she acknowledged softly. It was clear she didn't like the idea of spending the rest of her life with someone she hadn't chosen who also hadn't chosen her. "The whole thing is..." she sighed, shook her head. It didn't do any good, and they both knew it. Another breath as she hesitated, and then decided she had already come this far. "Like medeival complete" she corrected. "Like dark ages complete." It was clear based on how softly she said it and the expression in her eyes that the knowledge haunted her, and finding it out at twelve hadn't helped matters.
21 Apr 16, 06:00 PM
Delmar: He shook his head. "No, it wasn't. I really didn't care as much as you apparently did because you are pretty and I didn't have to do anything and you would be mine." He looked a bit sheepish on that part. "I know that's not a great thing in a relationship, but for me younger it was pretty cool. It helped we were already friends." He looked away now a bit more aware how bad that sounded. "I didn't see any way out of it though. My sisters have a decent chance for a future with that money and it will mean my father won't have to worry about the future so that is something I can't back out of. It's my responsibility to make sure they are all taken care of." He waved a hand slightly in the air and then let it rest on her stomach again like before still not meaning anything much by it except connection to what he was saying. "You are being sold and I have to buy. That's what it comes down to right? Honestly?" He frowned at her words. Her parents were arseholes that was for sure. "You know, I really hate your parents. Sorry about that." He took a deep breath in and then met her eyes directly. "So be it. If it's a deal, we should make our own deal. What do you want to get out of all this besides some freedom and a chance to sing and perform?" If he was going to own her entirely, he should find out right now all that she would be and what she wanted. Desires were important to establish he was sure...
21 Apr 16, 06:13 PM
Sofia: Well, at least she had no doubt at this point that he was being honest with her. "So you've never thought about how nice it might be to get to be with someone you actually chose? Not even once?" Her expression softened a little. She did care about Del, and it was hard to be too upset when he was like this. It was one of the reasons they had managed to be friends in spite of everything. "I understand" she answered. And she did, very well. Money opened doors when nothing else would. Her parents had been willing to sell their only daughter for a way to stabalize their already ridiculous wealth. For the first time, she realized that he had been carrying a weight in all this too. "That's...that's really intense" she realized. And it said something about him that he looked at it that way, something she realized she liked very much. It said that to him, family was important, and she would be family one day. She searched his eyes. "Del..." His question about buying and selling made her go
21 Apr 16, 06:14 PM
Sofia: quiet for a long moment, but then she nodded. "Yes" His admission about her parents made her look at him with wide-eyes, but after a moment, she answered in a very very soft voice as though sharing a terrible secret: "I hate them too." She had never admitted it to anyone, had never planned to, but suddenly there it was, glaring at her, unable to be taken back. She thought about it, really thought about it, for maybe the first time in her life. "I just want to be happy" she told him. "I know it sounds simplistic, but I've never gotten to make choices about anything, and that's all I want really, the chance to have a say in my own life." She laid a hand over his on her stomach. She felt closer to him at this moment than she ever had...to him or anyone.
21 Apr 16, 06:23 PM
Delmar: Again he frowned at her choice of words. "How could I? I've always known what would happen once I was old enough to be aware of girls. I could see sleeping with them, but it would always be you after. They would never mean anything." He nodded to the intense comment. "Well then. I thought you did. Feels good to say it to you though and know you don't dislike me for it. They're a pair of arses." She made her comment and then covered his hand and he felt his pulse jump! "All right. You want to be happy, have some choices. I can deal with that. So if I have control, you know you need to tell me when there is something you want. Got it?" He got quiet for a minute and then he leaned up as difficult as it was on one arm to lean over her. "I want trust. I want to be taken care of. I want to depend on someone and know they are always there, no breaking promises. Ever. You hear me?" He looked rather intent here, looking at her eyes with a focused stare.
21 Apr 16, 06:52 PM
Sofia: She contemplated that, and realized that their mindsets had been different from the beginning. He had seen the situation as a way to take care of her family. She, who had no real connection to her family, had viewed it as being pawned off. It had never occurred to her why his family had signed the contract. In fact, in some ways it went against what she had seen of his father. Now it made sense. "That sounds...way too logical for you" she hadn't meant it as an insult, but between the two of them, she was definitely the one more likely to think logically. She still seemed uncomfortable with the admission. "I tried not to in the beginning. I really did" she admitted. "But the older I got the less I saw them, and the clearer it became that..." She hesitated. "Their whole world revolves around Alberto, and I'm really just a way of securing more money so they can take care of him." She giggled at the arses comment. "They're..." She stopped. "Honestly i don't see them enough to know what
21 Apr 16, 06:55 PM
Sofia: they are." She considered him as he spoke. "Sure, if you'll listen." Because he didn't always, though Sofia was the first to admit she often had trouble communicating her feelings. She had been trained from an early age to be as near to invisible as possible. She was good at it. She looked up, eyes solemn as she realized that while she didn't know why, this mattered to him very much. "Yes" she said softly, sincerely. "But that means not asking me to make promises I can't keep" she pointed out. She looked more serious than she ever had, which for her was saying something. "You can trust me, Del. I promise."
21 Apr 16, 07:03 PM
[×]Delmar: A shake of his head and he waggled a finger. "You've never seen me thinking business. I don't really enjoy it, but this was sort of presented to both of us as a finished thing." He relaxed a tiny bit as she giggled. "I'll remember if you remind me when you ask." She raised a point and he wasn't sure how to do that. "Um...Okay, if it's something you can't I require you to tell me as soon as you realize. Okay?" She hadn't removed her hand and his felt right underneath hers. "Here then," and he leaned down and kissed her, direct and personal, but not long. When he released it, he lay down on her partly on the side not squashing but proving the point. "There. Feel better?"
21 Apr 16, 07:10 PM
Sofia: "Fair point" she nodded. "Deal" A tilt of the head and she grinned. "I think we may just have to play some things by ear, aren't you always telling me that's more fun anyway?" He kissed her, and for a moment she tensed, but after a beat she relaxed, surprised by how natural it felt to be like this. He was the only person she had ever really touched or been touched by. It occurred to her to wonder if her parents had done that on purpose all the sudden, but the thought was too awful to contemplate. When he pulled back, her lips pulled up at the corners. "Haven't done that in a while" was all she said as she watched him shift positions. A glance up and she paused. "I'm not sure what I feel honestly" she answered truthfully. "But you've gotten better at that since the last time" she added with a small smile and a slightly mischievous glint in her eyes.
21 Apr 16, 07:16 PM
[×]Delmar: He chuckled. "Yes it is." When he felt her relax in the kiss he enjoyed it a bit more which told him that made a big difference with her. "No we have not. I want that to change." She said she wasn't sure and he rolled his eyes a bit. "Jeeze, well does it make you feel more like trusting me then? Put it that way." His smile grew a bit. "When we practice, I bet I will know when you do too." Being able to touch her without her objecting felt like a small reward right off the bat anyway. "Can't do everything but we can do more then before. Obviously not with the door open anyway."
21 Apr 16, 07:22 PM
Sofia: She rolled her eyes at him, but she was still smiling. She felt the instinctive urge to create space between them at his admission, but there was nowhere to go short of rolling herself into the floor. She wasn't sure what to say. On the one hand, she liked kissing him, on the other she disliked the idea of him kissing her And whoever else. It wasn't something she wanted to admit. Because she wasn't sure what to say, she didn't say anything until he asked about trusting. "I've always trusted you" she pointed out. With some things at least. Others were harder. She wasn't at all surprised by the direction the conversation had taken, but she really had no idea what to say. She had no idea how to explain how she felt.
21 Apr 16, 07:28 PM
[×]Delmar: "Gah should have put a no fib clause in there shouldn't I?" He shook his head and continued. "No, you don't completely trust me I get that, but I meant more now then before our agreement. I still want to hear you sing." He watched her eyes carefully, unwilling to let her slip past that again since she had brought it up. If it was a hidden part of her, he felt he should witness it so he knew more about her and get more of a hook in her despite the fact they were already connected.
21 Apr 16, 07:42 PM
Sofia: "Who's fibbing?" she had brightened considerably from her mood earlier that day. The fight all but forgotten. She opened her mouth, closed it again. She was stuck between the two topics she most wanted to avoid with him. She bit her lip. He hadn't pushed her on the physical stuff, at least not yet, and they had come so far today already. "Okay" she gave in. "On one condition"
21 Apr 16, 07:44 PM
Delmar: A sigh quickly forgotten as she gave in on the singing comment. He brightened visibly himself and nodded saying "Okay what?"
21 Apr 16, 07:55 PM
Sofia: She eyed him for a moment and then answered softly. "You can't say anything about it afterward."
21 Apr 16, 07:57 PM
[×]Delmar: A nod. "Done. I would have only spoken to you abut it anyway, Sofia." He felt his pulse quicken a bit more, realizing that to her this was a very important thing, a part of her she did not share.
21 Apr 16, 08:06 PM
Sofia: "Later then" she agreed. "When we're not laying here with the door open." She glanced out into the hall. "After dinner maybe. I still have a date with the pool."
21 Apr 16, 08:10 PM
[×]Delmar: He agreed. "Sure, that works for me." He took his hand of her stomach having a feeling he had already established more then he had planned to. "We can go now that things are more understood." He moved off her side, sliding to his feet and holding the hammock still for her to get easier.
21 Apr 16, 08:34 PM
Sofia: She bounced out of the hammock easily enough since it was steady and padded across the room in mostly bare feet toward the door. "Yeah, we really don't talk as much about real stuff during school. Then again that's probably not a bad thing. You should hear the way some of the girls in my dorm gossip."
21 Apr 16, 08:37 PM
Delmar: He followed her to and out the door with a slight laugh. "Guys do too, but it's more bragging about how far they've gotten. Slightly different gossip I think." And yeah, he didn't think he wanted to discuss serious stuff where others could hear it
21 Apr 16, 08:51 PM
Sofia: She turned her head briefly to give him a serious look. "You better not" she warned him. The last thing she needed was a bunch of guys staring at her because Delmar had told them she wasn't as frigid as she preferred them to believe. She passed Josefina in the hall and smiled when his sister looked between them as though wondering what they were up to. Finally making her way out and to the pool, she slid the 'sandals' off once more and slid into the water with both ease and satisfaction. "Merlin I miss this during the year."
21 Apr 16, 08:55 PM
[×]Delmar: He frowned at her. "Better not what? Sofia, whether we like it or not, you're mine. You think I'm going to tell others details about what I have? Do you really think I'm stpid to attract their attention to you? Or would it be better for me to make sure they never get curious?" 'Seriously' his face seemed to say, 'think about it.' He hadn't worn shoes or slipped his shirt back on so as she went to remove hers, he just jumped in. Surfacing a minute later, he followed her legs up, coming out of the water only a foot in front of her. "Well while the Black Lake is okay, it's not exactly a swimming lake so much as exploring."
21 Apr 16, 09:00 PM
Sofia: She flushed, largely because she had very mixed feelings about the sudden possessive note in his voice, and she wondered if she would come to regret telling him about the contract early, since they would undoubtedly give him the full details before the wedding. She tilted her head for a moment and smirked. "No one pays attention to me Del. I practically make it an art." She was very conflicted at the moment, though the water helped immensely. When he resurfaced, she nodded. "I try to avoid it really. I prefer water I can see clearly in."
21 Apr 16, 09:04 PM
Delmar: Ha, well that might be true, but he was paying very close attention now. "I guess that's true with others. Hey, I was curious about something. That house elf of yours, do your parents have her do anything besides take care of you and the house?" An idea was percolating in his mind. "Yeah, school has everything except a pool really."
21 Apr 16, 09:08 PM
Sofia: She arched a brow as though wondering where he was going with the question, but answered him anyway. "Galleta doesn't take care of the house" she corrected him. "She was bought as my nanny, and her only responsibility is making sure I'm taken care of. I have no idea what she does when I'm not home, though I did catch her knitting me a really ugly scarf once." She had worn it anyway, but only during Christmas holidays when most of the school was empty. "Why?" She thought about it, "and there wasn't a piano until they hired Professor Blair to teach music last year" she pointed out. "Trust me, I checked."
21 Apr 16, 09:11 PM
Delmar: He thought about that for a few moments, floating slightly in the water. "Um, you really like her right?" He gave her an eye wondering where the piano part had come in to pools. "Uh, well yeah they don't even have much in the way of music classes I think."
21 Apr 16, 09:13 PM
Sofia: Now she was getting a bit suspicious, wondering what sort of crazy idea he had come up with now. "Yes, she's the closest thing to a parent I have." She nodded, "They didn't, but I take Professor Blair's class during my free period, and I have lessons once a week."
21 Apr 16, 09:18 PM
[×]Delmar: Thinking this had to be a day in the record books for him. Two hooks on her in a day and an agreement she wanted! "I was going t oask my dad if there was a chance he could find out if she was coming with you when you marry me. I mean, I don't want to split you two up since she's important to you." And what a reward she might give him in enthusiasm if he accomplished that he could dream about! "As if free time wasn't hard enough to find. I think this is the tough year from what I've been hearing."
22 Apr 16, 07:29 AM
Sofia: "She is" Sofia answered. "It's like the one thing in the contract I was actually happy about. Maybe it makes them feel better about what they're doing. I have no idea." She smiled, "I'm sure it'll be intense, but school has always been kind of easy for me. It's just reading books and writing papers or exams" she shrugged. "I've always liked research. I used to do it in my free time when I was still trying to find a way around the contract." She hadn't officially stopped looking until...maybe ten minutes ago officially, but she wouldn't include that part.
22 Apr 16, 07:58 AM
[×]Delmar: His smile didn't waver, but he felt a twinge of disappointment it hadn't been his move instead of hers to present. Still, positive. "Well that's good, so everything you really care about will be removed from there really." He listened to her words about school and gave her a sheepish smile again. "Um, well just between you and me, I've been hiding my side studies into the ocean for a few years now. It's why my grades have not been better, not like I could keep up with you in those. But I really don't expect to be using a lot of the class stuff at the bottom of the ocean either."
22 Apr 16, 08:10 AM
Sofia: "That's one way of looking at it I guess." She gave him a brief disapproving look, but then shook her head. "I guess it makes sense. You won't really need to know runes or how to fight a warewolf on a private island in the middle of the ocean" she acknowledged. "Still, it couldn't hurt to focus on it a bit" she prodded gently.
22 Apr 16, 08:13 AM
Delmar: He saw the disaproval. "Hey, my focus is in what I can find out others have learned in my prefered medium, see? I haven't failed anything, I'm just not trying to score high in those with so much extra effort." She gave him a line and he rolled his eyes, but only minorly. "I study hard on what I need. Don 't worry."
22 Apr 16, 08:45 AM
Sofia: She resisted the urge to lecture him. School was important for a lot of reasons. He'd need things like history for the business end, and he might even need Ancient Runes for his oceanic research. Most of the classes they took had practical applications, but she understood that the information would fall on deaf ears. Besides, it wasn't as if they would starve regardless. Deciding it wasn't worth the effort, she shifted, floating on her back on top of the water. "If you say so."
22 Apr 16, 08:49 AM
[×]Delmar: He smiled hearing her stop the angle she had been thinking about. Besides, he'd have her around for backup. "Hey by the way, how do you feel about homeschool till Hogwarts is around?" He continued to float, but now he got a very nice angle on her chest and looked down the length of her body in anticipation...
3 May 16, 07:57 PM
Sofia: She stopped floating and came to rest on her feet again. "For the kids you mean?" She didn't even have to give it much thought. "Sure" She tilted her head. "What brought that up?"
6 May 16, 03:14 PM
[×]Delmar: He shrugged, now looking up at her more so from the water. "We'll be on an island, I wasn't sure how you felt about schooling when we'd be out there and thought I'd ask. Saves trouble later." And let him think farther along in his plans as well. For the first few years they would have to have an assistant for the kids for sure, once he had a big family. Del had grown up with one large number and if she wasn't aware of how that would be natural for him to want again it was her own fault.
8 May 16, 05:42 PM
Sofia: "Ah" it clicked suddenly. "That makes sense. Yeah, I could handle it I think." She came to a wall and rested her chin on her arms on the edge. "It's still strange to think about isn't it? You and me and kids?" Whether he would believe ti or not, she had a much easier idea imagining the sex than everything that came with it.
8 May 16, 05:55 PM
Delmar: He ran a hand back over his head, ducked his head under, then surfaced smoothing it back with both hands before he answered her. "Yes and no. Making them, oh yes I can see that easily, being free of adults to raise them, that's where my brain has troubles." He grinned at her.
8 May 16, 05:57 PM
Sofia: She grinned, "I feel the same way, believe it or not." She closed her eyes and sighed. "The next five minutes is a lot easier to imagine than the next twenty years."
8 May 16, 06:00 PM
Delmar: Like most males Del took that the entirely different way. "Next five minutes? Thought you were determined to wait for the contract instead of breaking it wide open?" He smiled from his eyes more then anywhere else. "But don't forget, that's 20 years of freedom from your parents. Big plus."
8 May 16, 06:07 PM
Sofia: She flushed scarlet, though in retrospect realized she should have expected him to take it that way. "I meant in general" she clarified quickly. "Not that I was planning on wasting years of making you be patient in the next..." She shook her head, but now she was grinning. When he mentioned her parents, the expression shifted, became more conflicted. "The rest of my life" she agreed, her tone wistful. "Do you think you could work it out so I don't have to see them again?" If there was a way, she wanted to find it.
8 May 16, 06:10 PM
Delmar: He sighed, though he had not been expecting her to be that cool or exciting suddenly after years of no play. "Yeah yeah, a guy can have hopes." He gave her an odd look. "Excuse me, I'm going to be moving us to a movable island. Don't you think that will be hard enough for them to find?"
8 May 16, 06:17 PM
Sofia: When he sighed, she grinned. "Del, it's only two more years, and then we literally have the rest of our lives to do...well...whatever it is you're so excited to try." Her expression dimmed somewhat. "Besides, its not like you haven't had plenty of practice in the mean time." Though she didn't like it, she understood that it was unrealistic to expect him to join a monestary while they waited for the wedding. Besides that, she was oddly glad he would know what he was doing when the time came.
8 May 16, 06:41 PM
Delmar: He flashed her a look; she knew very well what he wanted to do, probably had heard girls in the dorm talking about guys and sex before many times over. However her next words stuck too close to something that she had recently been upset with him about for no reason. "Hey! You jumped to a conclusion! I mayhave kissed a few girls but that's it!"
8 May 16, 06:57 PM
Sofia: She saw the look, knew that he was slightly miffed, but wasn't overly concerned. They bickered a lot, as often came between two people who had essentially grown up with one another. She stood flat footed and crossed her arms, arching a brow in a challenging way. "And the guys?" She wasn't so much angry, as...well, strangely amused. Del had a reputation, and while Sofia wasn't the type to believe everything she heard, she also understood that most rumors had some foundation in truth.
8 May 16, 07:01 PM
Delmar: HIs face flushed, not about being caught out cause he had never really tried to hide behind doors with it so much as annoyed the girls knew about it. "Some, yes. I'm not exactly allowed to be with a girl now am I the way you react?" It was partly frustration in his voice now.
8 May 16, 07:04 PM
Sofia: When he flushed, her brow rose further, and she wondered why he had reacted that way. Delmar wasn't one to blush. However, a moment later both eyes widened. "You...what?" Dumbfounded, she merely stared at him for a long moment. "You haven't had sex with a girl because...?" She went quiet again, leaning against the wall to contemplate this bit of information.
8 May 16, 07:08 PM
Delmar: He turned away in the water, arms crossing over his chest uncomfortably. he didn't really care that she had put him in a corner where he had to admit that, soemthing he was not proud of being controlled by the situation. "You heard me. I'm not going into more detail then that." A roll of his eyes anyway as he heard her being flustered and confused. "Well you always complain about how you aren't supposed to go anywhere or do anything because of the contract." He frowned, still thinking she had him in a very unfair position, having to learn it all and not able to learn because she would get all upset with him.
8 May 16, 07:13 PM
Sofia: She had known him her entire life, and knew immediately when he turned away that he was uncomfortable having to admit so much to her. So, when he rolled his eyes, she merely smiled softly at his back, shocked, and oddly touched. He mentioned her complaints about the contract and it clicked. He had willingly held off on something she knew from experience he wanted very very badly, because of her and her feelings on the subject? She pushed off of the wall and moved toward him until she was standing very near his back, but not quite touching him. "Del, look at me."
8 May 16, 07:15 PM
[×]Delmar: He heard her move in the water, but not until she spoke did he realize how close she was. Del turned his head and seeing he r behind him, turned partway, the flush still visible in his face. He dropped a bit in the water arms still crossed so he didn't feel as vulnerable, something he did not like at all and met her eyes with some difficulty.
8 May 16, 07:25 PM
Sofia: He went down in the water and she went with him, though not nearly as far because of their height difference. Leaning forward, she pressed her lips to his, not a deep kiss, but a sincere one. She pulled away a few seconds later. "Thank you, I know what a big deal that is for you, and now it makes sense why you have it on the brain all the time." Sofia wasn't one for vulnerability either, but she trusted Delmar Torres more than most anyone else in her life. "It means a lot to me, Del, that you care that much about how I feel about it." So much so in fact that she kissed him again, and longer this time.
8 May 16, 07:29 PM
Delmar: he had to turn a bit ocne he realized she was going to kiss him though he still looked a bit bewildered. he had not been expecting a reward kiss. He didn't manage to kiss back to her first one. "Uh, well it is. Guys talk about it constantly." She kissed him again and ths time he kissed back, a growing interest in where this was coming from. His hands came up to her waist automatically and when this kiss broke he looked her full in the eyes when he said "Of course I care, Sof. We are friends before anything else. I've known you my entire life practically."
8 May 16, 07:38 PM
Sofia: When his hands found her waist, her own came up to his neck. They had not done this in years, and as a result there was a newness to it even though it was not their first. When he spoke, her eyes softened. "I guess I knew that" she answered softly. "It's just that you always seem so focused on the physical stuff, and we've been arguing so much that sometimes I wonder sometimes if we're still friends or just..." She didn't want to say waiting for the wedding, didn't like thinking about the contract at all if she could avoid it, so she left it unsaid. "My parents are getting more serious about everything now that I'm almost sixteen. They want to make sure I don't mess it up for them" she admitted very softly.
8 May 16, 07:44 PM
Delmar: He frowned slightly as he responded "We're both. Seriously, it's not our fault, it's theirs." Something about the way she said it sparked an idea. "We should screw it up for them. Seriously! Like, maybe you should run away for a bit to wake them up." He saw her face and relented "Not REALLY run away, I mean come and hide with us."
8 May 16, 07:47 PM
Sofia: Something in his tone reminded her of a conversation they had had years before, when they were both twelve and had just recently found out about the contract. The two of them against the world, they had promised. It made her smile to think of it now. He mentioned running away and her eyes widened. It was on the tip of her tongue to ask him where he suggested she go, when he continued, and she looked at him as though he had lost his mind. "Are you kidding? That might break the contract, and we've already talked about it. Your family needs this deal to go through. I could care less about my parents, but I do care about yours."
8 May 16, 07:53 PM
[×]Delmar: Thinking it through on the fly he shook his head. "No wait, hang on let me think this out loud. If you run away they won't be able to claim you're pure anymore right?" He didn't focus on her face, looking past her at an idea. "Meanwhile you spend like a week with us, then my dad could contact them and say he was still willing, but it would be his contract and you'd be staying with us from then on. They make the deal, we get married and then finish off Hogwarts for two years and you don't have to see them again." His eyes lit up with the idea. "I bet f you asked him really nicely he's take out the control stuff they were going to give me to hold over you too."
8 May 16, 07:57 PM
Sofia: Her gears had started turning as well. "Not with absolute certainty, no." She bit her lip, listened until he finished speaking, and then sighed. "Two problems" she pointed out, holding up her fingers and ticking them off. "One, what if my parents don't agree to the new contract and decide to punish me for destroying their chances at the old one?" Though she liked his idea, she was definitely the practical one of the two. "Second, how in Merlin's name am I supposed to get out? If they had me under lock and key before, it's been twice as bad this year." Still, there was longing in her eyes for the image he painted. "That would be nice" she agreed softly, "But it means your father would have to agree to all this in the first place."
8 May 16, 08:00 PM
Delmar: Del shrugged, those sorts of thoughts not his sort of thing. "We have to decide first if it would be soemthing you'd like being free of them first, then if you like the idea we can talk to dad. He likes you more then them, remember? And they want his connections."
8 May 16, 08:02 PM
Sofia: She smiled, "I think we can consider that a non-question" she said by way of an answer. "Of course I like any plan that ends with me being rid of them two years faster." She glanced at the house. "S'not hard to like me more than they do, but I get what you mean." She smirked, "yes, they really /really/ do."
8 May 16, 08:05 PM
[×]Delmar: He chuckled soundlessly, his hands still on her waist. "Well then. If dad is willing to ignore their restrictions to let you be happier, why wouldn't he like pulling one over on them? They get what they want, earlier even, you escape and get my protection, and you get a family." His eyes sparkled because there was another advantage in it for him, but he hardly had to say that. "If dad agrees, would you agree with it?" That had more then one level to it.
8 May 16, 08:16 PM
Sofia: She looked up at him, at the way his eyes sparkled, and was struck anew by how ridiculously, unfairly attractive he was. She knew that what he was suggesting meant he would get what she knew he still wanted badly from the situation, but she would get everything he had pointed out as well. The question had the feel of a near-proposal, and Sofia bit her lip. Given the circumstances, she hardly expected she would ever get one of those. "Yes" she nodded. A chance, a family, more freedom than she had ever had in her life up to this point. What wouldn't she risk for that? "Do we do it now or wait?"
8 May 16, 08:20 PM
Delmar: Hearing her words and seeing her bite her lip he laughed out loud and kissed her, sliding his hands up her back in a near-caress on her bare skin. "awesome. I say now. If dad likes it which I don't see how he wouldn't, we can plan out how you can escape. Wouldn't that be a pleasant thought for here..." he waved at the scene around them.
8 May 16, 08:24 PM
Sofia: He kissed her again and she was swept up in the euphoria of the moment, of a feasible plan that took her out of her well-decorated prison forever. Kissing him back she pulled him close and surrendered for a moment to letting him lead her. Too excited by the prospect of relative freedom, however, she pulled back and went for the stairs. "More than pleasant" she agreed. "But maybe we should get dressed first. Yes?"
8 May 16, 08:29 PM
[×]Delmar: She started to walk out of the pool and he followed closely, getting a marvelous view of her butt as she stepped up. "Awww, okay. I guess that means I need to go distract some listening ears first too.. Tell you what, you start talking to him," he said picking up her towel and holding it out to do her back, " and tell him the basic idea while I get them started up elsewhere then I'll join you in a moment."
8 May 16, 08:51 PM
Sofia: She moved toward him,and turned her head to look at him, biting her lip again. "By myself?" She hesitated. "All right" She rolled her neck almost like someone preparing for an ordeal. "Just don't wait too long all right?"
8 May 16, 09:11 PM
Delmar: He wrapped her n the towel, running his hands down her back through it with a smile. "Not for long, you just start it and I'll catch up. We don't want my sister sin on this one now do we? Besides, you have to change."
8 May 16, 09:26 PM
Sofia: She pulled the towel tight around her body and nodded. "All right" she murmured softly. She entered the house and climbed the stairs, finding her room again and dressing quickly. Once she head, she went in search of his father.

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8 May 16, 09:29 PM
Delmar: He moved to his room, rubbing the other towel across him and changed fast with the door shut. Meanwhile downstairs his father was holding a pot in the kitchen as he wanded some pasta together.
8 May 16, 09:31 PM
Sofia: Sofia padded into the kitchen and watched for a moment before she got up her nerve and murmured softly "Mr. Torres?"
8 May 16, 09:33 PM
[×]Delmar: His head turned but then went back to working on supper as he spoke. "Yes Sofia? Del behaving better then his sisters at the moment?" refering to the earlier noises upstairs with a small frown before he reached for a jar of spices.
8 May 16, 09:42 PM
Delmar: Catching Josephina's arm he whisoered in her ear "Favor time, I'm calling it in. Tell them you have a secret, get them in the room with you, then put this on the doorknob." He handed her a latch he had gotten from his trunk adding "It will only work for like ten minutes so distractin as much as possible." She frowned but nodded as he left her, confident she wanted to get rid of the favor she owed.
8 May 16, 09:43 PM
Sofia: Sofia relaxed a bit, smiling softly as she nodded. "Much I would say from the sound of it, but things seem quieter now. Is everything okay?" She studied the stove and then, hesitantly. "Want some help?" she had very little idea how to cook really, but it seemed like the thing to ask under the circumstances.
8 May 16, 09:46 PM
[×]Delmar: He nodded, resisting rolling his eyes in front of a child by sheer habit. "Better. I don't know, take your family somewhere nice and behavior goes right out the window." He gave her a smile to show she was not the problem. A shake of his head. "Thanks, but not right now. If you want to hang around in a bit I will need the table set however. " He waved towards a stool as if to say she could keep him company till then. Del upstairs stood behind his bedroom door while his sisters all got gathered into the oldest's room for a whispered secret. As soon as the door shut he snuck down there and slipped a rope over the doorknob holding it shut by attaching it to the one across the hallway. With a grin he headed downstairs.
8 May 16, 09:52 PM
Sofia: Sofia laughed, "I don't see how anyone could be unhappy here. It's..." She couldn't find a word. "Perfect" She nodded, only slightly disappointed. She nodded. "Sure" She perched herself on the stool and took a deep breath before deciding to dive in and hope for the best. "So, Del and I were talking about something outside and we wanted your take on it" she offered hesitantly.
9 May 16, 01:28 AM
[×]Delmar: The man smiled as he put the pot on the stove. "Yes, I was lucky to purchase it about three years ago. It's been a good renter for vacationers especially. Steady income so we don't get to come here often." She spoke and he had his back to her as he added some more things to the pot. "Oh? Feel free to tell me, Sofia, you are like one of my daughters already, but you already let me get a word in edgewise. That puts you in the favored status column," he laughed. Del started looking in his father's bedroom, the headed towards the semi-office, coming up short in both places.
9 May 16, 06:50 AM
Sofia: She nodded, though she knew he couldn't see her. "That's what Del said, and I can see why. It's an incredible place." Talking to his father about casual stuff had always been easy. It was the next topic she wasn't sure how to broach. When he mentioned her having 'favored status', it warmed her heart, but she couldn't help wondering if she'd get to keep it after this. "Well, we were thinking...what if we...that is" She stopped, took a breath, started again. "We want to break the contract as it is and give you the ability to renegotiate it how you would like" she started, because that was the easiest part, and it was true enough. "Based on the stipulations my parents set out for me, we were thinking that if I 'ran away' for a week and came to stay with you, but didn't tell my parents where I'd gone, they'd have no way to guarantee that I was still 'pure' as far as the contract is concerned." She took a deep breath, "So you would be in a position to renegotiate, and they'll just be
9 May 16, 06:51 AM
Sofia: grateful the deal is still going to happen, and then maybe I could just..." This was the part that mattered most to her, but it would also be the hardest sell as far as she was concerned based on her lack of confidence. "Maybe I could just stay with you guys until the wedding?"
9 May 16, 07:21 AM
Delmar: Until she mentioned the breaking of the contract, he stayed concentrated on the meal prep but once she said that his head swivelled around and he looked at her, eyebrows high. There was about twenty seconds of him hesitating to speak and thinking, before he looked right at her as Del entered and his father said "Hmm. They really have treated you badly, havn't they?" Del added "I told you, dad. She's like just a possession over there. They keep her locked away just without a dragon." His father glanced at him, then back to her and took the pot off the stove setting it aside. Coming over to her, he studied her face a moment. "Is there something you aren't telling me?"
9 May 16, 07:25 AM
Sofia: At the question, Sofia froze, years of keeping the secrets having created a reflex in her. Thankfully, Del chose that moment to appear, giving her time to think for a moment, until the next question came, and suddenly he was focused on her, and her eyes went from his to Del's and back again. If this backfired, she was sunk. Her parents would...what would they do when they found out she had told Delmar's father the truth about how she spent her holidays? She opened and closed her mouth a couple of times experimentally, but nothing came out.
9 May 16, 07:31 AM
Delmar: He saw her hesitation and without having a degree in psychology he still felt an instinctive need there. Walking over to her he held out his hand for hers, Taking both of them he closed his hands around hers protectively and said while looking her in the eye with an encoraging smile "Sofia. I may not be your father, but I care for you like you are one of mine. Heck, there are times you blend in well enough to be one of mine when everyone talks the same time! You've put up with Delmar the entire time and all I am sure the stress of this entire contract business." He took in a breath, letting that sink in. "I've never been a real fan of your father's. He's far too concerned about money, and little about children and what they need. Del is right when he tells you I care more about you then them. But if you want my help in this, I require no secrets. You will always have to be truthful when you talk to me." Behind him, Del nodded to get her attenion as if saying she should trust him.
9 May 16, 07:38 AM
Sofia: Sofia studied his eyes as she took his hands in return, and listened when he spoke. Catching Del's nod, she tried again. She badly wanted this to work, and if that meant telling the truth about this then...another deep breath. "They don't hit me" she clarified first, because it was the thing she had told herself in the beginning to convince herself she wasn't being abused. Repeatedly. "But...they don't really do anything else either" she admitted. "They bought Galleta to take care of me, and she does. I don't really see them much. During Christmas holidays I usually stay at school, and during summers I either stay with you or...or by myself. They're usually traveling or taking my brother to some new specialist. I haven't spent any actual time with them since..." She thought about it, really thought, "Not since my brother was born." Which was terrible in itself, but worse when one realized Sofia had been four at the time." She nodded to the money comment. "They are, very much so, and I
9 May 16, 07:38 AM
Sofia: think..." She bit her lip. "I think that's what I am to them really, a way to get more money so they can build the business and try to find a cure for him."
9 May 16, 07:44 AM
Delmar: He frowned, a trace of anger in his eyes when she finished. "Then they don't deserve children. Thank you for telling me, Sofia, I can tell that ws hard. You did the right thing." He stood up, ruffling her hair and then turning on Del. "You realize you are going to have to step things up. I will expect a lot more from you if I agree to this." Delmar made a face, but nodded, stepping over to stand beside her. His father stood there, looking out the window a full minute before he turned back to them. "I need to think about this. I will spend tonight on that. If I agree though, how do you plan on doing the runaway? It would have to be obvious." Del spoke up then,hesitatnly. "I think I would need to meet her at their back yard maybe? Soemthing unexpected?"
9 May 16, 07:55 AM
Sofia: For a moment, Sofia worried that the anger she saw was directed at her, and it was on the tip of her tongue to take it all back when he spoke. Relief warred with nerves and she nodded slowly. When he ruffled her hair, she smiled hesitantly, still feeling shaken by the whole thing. When he spoke to Del, Sofia's eyes followed his, and she caught his expression. She wondered briefly what his father meant by 'step up' and resolved to ask him later. His next question brought her up short. "We weren't sure yet, we were going to talk about it once we had talked to you" she managed to speak normally at last. A nod again as Delmar spoke. "Something like that. Things have gotten even more tense now that I'm older" she admitted.
9 May 16, 07:58 AM
Delmar: He shook his hands at them, poiniting down the halls. "All right, go and work out a plan without telling your sisters what you are thinking about. We'll talk again if I ever finish supper..."
9 May 16, 08:03 AM
Sofia: Grateful for a reason to escape the tense atmosphere, she nodded and bounced off the stool, even managing a smile at his comment about supper. She moved to the doorway and waited for Del before turning the corner into the hall. Once they had taken a few steps, she turned to him. "Your room or mine?" and then she smiled softly, acknowledging the double entendre.
9 May 16, 08:05 AM
Delmar: He hesitated, then pointed back at his. "Hammocks easier." he led the way in, holding the hammock out again in case she wanted it, then looked at the ceiling. "I just threw the backyard idea out there. I really don't know if that would work or not."
9 May 16, 08:07 AM
Sofia: She nodded agreement and followed him into his room, climbing into the hammock with relative ease. Staring at the ceiling as well, she nodded. "I have no idea what to do either. Galleta's been instructed to keep me from leaving the house at all, and I know she'll be punished when I run away no matter how I do it." It was obvious from her expression that she was very unhappy about it.
9 May 16, 01:28 PM
[×]Delmar: He frowned. He hadn't thought of the House Elf. "Well, if you are in the backyard it can't matter much if you just suddenly go over the wall, can it? I mean, she wouldn't notice right off and it could happen." He had mostly been worried about how to get her out with a packed bag! "Say wait, if you don't take your bag back with you, would she notice?"
9 May 16, 01:35 PM
Sofia: She thought about it. "Del, it won't matter howI disappear, if I'm not at home when my parents get back, they'll blame Galleta." She sighed, "but yes I can do it." A shake of her head. "Don't worry about the bag. Leave that part to me." After a moment, she added: "Your father was more receptive than I thought he would be. "
9 May 16, 01:39 PM
Delmar: "Well I was just thinking you could leave it with us when you go back so you'd already have that much stuff away." He rolled on his side, th thought of having her in his bed for months at a time causing his brain to try and think of daring rescues and escapes! "Well yeah, I kinda think he has only known your dad because of business and would rather not deal with him otherwise." He wondered if his father had agreed originally to the contract to get her away from them.
9 May 16, 01:50 PM
Sofia: "It's a thought" she agreed, looking contemplative for a moment. "They will be back from France a week after I'm supposed to go back home" she pointed out. "So we will have to do it fast." She considered the idea that his father wasn't much more fond of her parents than she was. "I guess, but then, why put up with them all these years? "
9 May 16, 01:53 PM
[×]Delmar: "So what, like the day before they return is when you need to go?" That seemed reasonable. He shrugged however. "Dad says there's a lot of people you do business with that you don't are for personally. You do it because most business people are into money and making more of it, not so much doing what needs to be done for family."
9 May 16, 02:09 PM
Sofia: "I would say two, just to be safe." For a moment, she let the sound of his voice wash over her, only half-hearing what he said. "Sounds right " she murmured. "I guess I just assumed all business-types were that way."
9 May 16, 02:17 PM
[×]Delmar: He nodded, wondering if her house elf could find her anywhere or just on the property. He dd however turn so he was looking at her or over her since she was still on her backside. He tried not to stare at her body but it was difficult. "I think most are. People separate business from home a lot. Dad does business to keep his family in good shape so it's a variation I guess. I don't know really." He was silent a moment. "No one is going to believe this at school you know."
9 May 16, 02:53 PM
Sofia: She smiled softly, able to feel his gaze, but unwilling to scold him for the moment. She was in too good a mood. Rolling onto her side, she arched a brow at him. "No one is going to believe what?"
9 May 16, 02:55 PM
Delmar: He rolled his eyes. "That we got married. You know the rumors are going to go crazy, especially since we won't be in the same dorm room."
9 May 16, 03:07 PM
Sofia: She closed her eyes. "Oh, right, that." Somehow she had managed to avoid thinking about that part of the plan in any but the most abstract of terms. He was right, however, and the thought only served to make her tired all the sudden. She hesitated. "We don't have to tell anyone" she pointed out softly.
9 May 16, 03:11 PM
Delmar: His eyes bulged. "Hang on, you'll be wearing a ring. I think that's required." Not tell anyone? How would they not know anyway? Wizarding world was not known for being a gossip free place.
9 May 16, 03:17 PM
Sofia: "Very carefully?" She knew it was a ridiculous idea. Throwing an arm over her face, she groaned. "Everyone's going to think I'm pregnant" she complained. "Merlin"
9 May 16, 03:20 PM
[×]Delmar: He grinned, seeing her embarrassed about this. "Only for the first few months I bet. After that they will be asking when you are supposed to be due."
9 May 16, 03:39 PM
Sofia: She scowled at him. "Its not funny" she insisted. Rolling onto her stomach, she laid her forehead on her arms and mumbled petulently. "We've got two whole years of school left. That's a lot of time for people to speculate. "
9 May 16, 03:46 PM
Delmar: She rolled on her stomach and he rolled next to her sliding his arm around her waist. "Hey, let 'em wonder. Long as we keep making sure to do the charms we're good." He scowled. "Not like anything can happen at school anyway."
9 May 16, 03:49 PM
Sofia: She felt his arm around her, and reluctantly turned her head to look at him. "What do you mean 'not like anything can happpen'?" She gave him a confused look.
9 May 16, 03:52 PM
Delmar: He gave her a raised eyebrow. "Different dorms? they don't make dorms for married people? It's not like there's a private place to go. So, nothing can happen at school."
9 May 16, 04:05 PM
Sofia: She arched a brow. "I find it hard to believe that a castle that old doesn't have any hiding places" she murmered. "Everyone knows the story about Potter and the chamber. That can't be the only place no one goes."
9 May 16, 04:10 PM
[×]Delmar: he arched a brow surprised at her discussing it really. "Hey it was made by adults, why would they want to make it easy for students to find a place to be alone?" She mentioned the chamber and he shook his head. "Everyone knows about it which is why we got to find another place."
9 May 16, 04:26 PM
Sofia: "Im not saying they would " she answered, "doesn't mean something hasn't been 'repurposed' over the years." She wrinkled her nose. "I wasn't suggesting the chamber, just that there might be another space like it somewhere. "
9 May 16, 04:29 PM
Delmar: "Probably why we often hear aboutthe broom closets." Wow this discussion had turned interesting! "Oh, gotcha. Hmm, well you're the Raven so probably you have the best chance of finding one."
9 May 16, 05:44 PM
Sofia: She smirked, "yeah, I guess some people get desperate" she shook her head. "I can't imagine trying to..." Actually she could barely imagine it at all with what little experience she had. She looked thoughtful. "There's always the come and go room that's supposed to exist somewhere, but I've never seen it. I read about it in "Hogwarts: A History".
9 May 16, 05:53 PM
Delmar: Actually taking her into a broomcloset did sound tricky, he would far prefer a bed. "What sort of furniture can you summon yet?" She mentioned the come and go room and he frowned. "Heard the name, that's all I know. I would think finding an empty classroom would be far easier."
9 May 16, 05:56 PM
Sofia: "I think a bed might be a bit outside my capabilities just yet" She didn't have to work very hard to know what he was thinking. She shrugged, "Might be worth looking into but---" Suddenly, something struck her. "Wait, how do you know there aren't dorms for married students?" she asked him. "I don't think there have been married students in Hogwarts for a long time."
9 May 16, 06:01 PM
Delmar: A smirk. "I was thinking more of a couch. Or a really wide chair possibly." She spoke silliness and he gave her a kiss on the cheek. "Listen up, Sof, it's a school run by adults and the government. The government that made the laws about marriage. And tries to prevent teenage pregnancy. You think they would like to have married students mixed in to the normal crowd? I don't think that makes any sense to them."
9 May 16, 06:06 PM
Sofia: She rolled her eyes at his chair comment, but she was grinning. She wasn't really sure what he was getting at with the student mixing thing, but she went with it anyway. "Worth a shot" she insisted, though she paused when he kissed her cheek. He wasn't normally particularly affectionate outside of trying to get into whatever clothes she might be wearing. At least, not since they'd gotten older. "So I guess we'll just have to enjoy it during the holidays" she said finally. "If everything works out that is."
9 May 16, 08:18 PM
[×]Delmar: She grinned and he wondered how much she had been reading. Was there a book which covered possible positions? Normally at this point she'd be mostly blushes... "Hey, I understand it's quite workable. And I want to be there when you ask about the quarters." She spoke about the holidays and he grimaced. "I'll finally get to let off the steam only to bottle it up again. We'll see. By then you'll understand the need I think."
9 May 16, 08:23 PM
Sofia: She tilted her head, no easy feat in her current position, but nodded despite her curiosity. "Sure, any particular reason?" She laughed softly. "That's one way to put it, and yeah, I guess we'll see. I can't imagine being as driven by it as you seem to be, but then again, I've only read books."
9 May 16, 08:26 PM
Delmar: "I want to see their face reactions. I think it will be interesting to see. Especially McGonagal." He grinned at her comment and shook his head. "Well, maybe it's only guys then, but I think girls get it too but I'm not sure of that. Might be the person is different."
9 May 16, 08:33 PM
Sofia: She bit her lip. "It won't be that bad. I think if I explain the situation right I might have better luck than you think" she argued. "McGonagal appreciates a logical argument, and I have logical argument down to an art form." Speaking of her books, one of them she'd borrowed out of the restricted section had talked about how much of a driving force sex was for guys, and also about how it could be used. It was one of the reasons she had stopped giving Del quite so much hassle. Now, with their wedding impending much sooner, she searched his eyes. "Might be" She laid a hand on his shoulder and drug her fingertips slowly over his arm before she leaned up and kissed him softly. "Guess we'll find out" she breathed.
9 May 16, 08:36 PM
[×]Delmar: He raised an eyebrow wondering if she was right. It would be pretty awesome he would think. "Start practicing your argument then, because I plan on making this all work." She admitted he might be right and he grinned happily, kissing her back at once. He had no idea he might be being managed nor would he have cared particularly as long as she was willing to let him have what he wanted.
9 May 16, 08:39 PM
Sofia: She paused. "Making what work? Us? Because I think that's kind of a given." She let herself get more absorbed in the moment than she normally would have, going on instinct rather than her concerns. They would be married soon after all. The hand on his arm moved up again and into his hair and she pressed herself close along the length of his body, marveling for a moment at feel of him despite the thin layers of fabric between them.
9 May 16, 08:48 PM
Delmar: "Of course it will." Whether they had been paired against their wishes or not he thought they were a good pair. Her hands explored a bit and he felt a bit of a slight thrill, but took it as his due. His hand tightened slightly around her waist as he murmured into her hair "That feels nice."
9 May 16, 08:56 PM
Sofia: She appreciated his confidence, since at the moment she had none of her own. It felt good to be close to him, to be held. How many times in her life had someone held her? Very very few, she couldn't help thinking. He spoke, and she flushed, more from reaction than embarrassment. She had just pulled back to answer him, still nose to nose when Isa's voice could be heard from the open door way. "Dad says to come down for--" A sort of strangled sound, and rather than risk rolling one or both of them onto the floor, Sofia turned her head. "Hi Isa, Del and I were just telling each other secrets. Want to tell us one of yours?"
9 May 16, 09:02 PM
[×]Delmar: At Isa's voice he sighed softly, but appreciated Sof's quick thought and non-panic. "Yep. And we have good secrets too. Hogwarts' secrets." He slowly moved, going to slid his feet out the back of the hammock without throwing her off or out. It took a minute, but he managed it as she came closer and said supiciously "Oh, it looked like something else from the door."
9 May 16, 09:05 PM
Sofia: "Yep, the castle's full of good stories...and ghosts. Have you ever met a ghost Isa?" She slid out of the hammock fairly easily thanks to Del and came to stand beside him as his sister eyed them suspiciously. "Oh? Ten more minutes and it would have probably looked like me taking a nap" she grinned. "I forgot how much the sun can take out of you when you're in the water." She took Delmar's hand, lacing her fingers through casually. "Let's go then, I'm starved, and whatever your dad was working on earlier smelled amazing."
9 May 16, 09:08 PM
Delmar: She shook her head, eyes widening. "How scary are they?" Del snorted, remembering the Lion's ghost. "Some of them are more comical." She spoke about a nap and he shook his head. "I would have been trapped. If you fall asleep on my I'm calling foul if I don't have at least something to read before you fade out." His smile did widen at her fingers and led the way into the hall saying "Did you get everyone else Isa?" As they walked down the hallway he whispered to Sofia "You did great back there, good job,"
9 May 16, 09:12 PM
Sofia: "Oh not at all, just avoid the Baron, he's a grouch" she winked conspiratorially, grinning easily enough now that she felt they had dodged the hex. She turned her head to focus on Del and smirked. "Of course, I have several great books on Ancient Runes I'll be sure to lend you before going down for the count." They followed Isa into the hall, and when Del spoke as they headed for the kitchen, she grinned. "I didn't think getting into trouble suited our plan very well, she murmured back so that only he could hear.
9 May 16, 09:17 PM
Delmar: he nodded at her Baron comment, knowing at least one of his sisters had more experience with the baron then he did. Isa followed them at first, then turned to run back to get one other sister. He flashed Sofia a look. "I meant one of mine so it will keep my interest, silly one." SHe had said that on purpose though, he knew it. A soft squeeze of her fingers before they stepped into the dining room as he added "You defintely get a reward later." Stepping in however he was handed forks by Ella and spoons went to Sofia. He released her hand as Ella raised an eyebrow and went for his part behind Fina who had laid down napkins.
9 May 16, 09:20 PM
Sofia: "I know, but if you read one of mine then you could nap with me" she grinned. When he spoke of rewards, she smirked. "Bigger than rescuing me from the ivory tower you mean?" She had little doubt what he meant, and she was equal parts intrigued and excited by the prospect now that they had actually talked about things that mattered. Upon being handed the spoons, Sofia obediently went to help set the table. "Still smells amazing" she observed.
9 May 16, 09:24 PM
[×]Delmar: He uffed, though it wasn't too serious. "Entrapment. You just want me to nap. I see how this is starting." Not that he was really working hard to resist her working him over on this. Supper went smooth, though loudly as often when too many tried to talk at the same time. Two of his sisters were taking their turn at dishes when dad motioned to them both to step outside with him causing Isa to grin at his back. He stuck a tongue out at her as they went out.
9 May 16, 09:26 PM
Sofia: Sofia enjoyed dinner with Del's family immensely as she always did, but when his father motioned for them to come outside, she became immediately nervous. Seeing Del's expression at Isa, she poked his side. "Focus, you're supposed to be the mature one here" she reminded him.
9 May 16, 09:36 PM
Delmar: He glanced at her as he added "Nun-uh, there's been no action yet, we're still talking." But turned and looked at his father. Outside with the door shut his father said "So. Tell me what ideas you all have had." Del said "Well, one is still going over the back fence, but we want to leave her bag here with us when she goes back." then he looked at Sofia.
9 May 16, 09:43 PM
Sofia: She rolled her eyes and nudged him again. "It's official, you're twelve" she answered, but softly. When his father spoke, she took a breath. "It will have to be during the week after I go back because after that they will be home and it will be impossible" she pointed out. "I have a bag with an undetectable extension charm on it for long trips that should be easy enough to pack most of my stuff in, I just have to do it quickly."
9 May 16, 09:47 PM
[×]Delmar: His father nodded. "So if I show up at the back fence at a specific time and day you will be coming out to meet me then. Good enough for a rough sketch. We will go over more specifics tomorrow. Tonight I'm going to write up a new contract and see about getting it done up officially tomorrow possibly." He reached out and put a hand on her shoulder comforting. "We will get you out of there, Sofia. I wish you had told me earlier so I could manage something to make things easier there for you."
9 May 16, 09:53 PM
Sofia: "Right, yes" Somehow she had trouble picturing his father sneaking her out of the back garden, but she also thought he might have better luck getting away with it than Del. "Yes sir" she nodded. He continued and she bit her lip. "I kind of got my hands on the original contract" she admitted softly. "Up until very recently I thought you were...that you agreed with them." She tensed, not sure how he would react.
9 May 16, 09:56 PM
Delmar: He smiled at her. "Appiration will make things much easier. Have you ever appirated?" She spoke about the contract and his father shook his head at her. "I think you could say that even back then I had an inkling you needed to get out of there. Delmar has no idea how tough some people can be so he just served as a good instrument. No, until you said you wanted away to me I didn't think it was my place to push you on it. For all I knew they were doing better behind closed doors then Del thought." Del flashed his father a look but otherwise remained silent
9 May 16, 10:01 PM
Sofia: A shake of her head. "Once with Galleta from King's Cross to the hotel my parents were staying in" she answered. "Never with a person." At the mention of Del's name, she pivoted sideways to stare at him. What had he said to his father? She shot him a look that clearly said they would talk later. "They...in legal terms I think its called criminal neglect" she flushed. "I spend a lot of time studying magical law and legal language."
9 May 16, 10:05 PM
Delmar: "We'll take care of it." His eyesbrows went up. "Yes actually, but I don't think I can bring suit for that without more evidence and once we have you to get the evidence you don't need the help anymore."
9 May 16, 10:10 PM
Sofia: On rare impulse, she bounced forward and wrapped her arms around his father in a hug. "Thank you" she said softly. "Thank you so much" and for a moment she felt like this was okay, like it was something she was allowed to do. Her eyes widened. "Oh Merlin no, I"m way too well taken care of to prove anything" she pointed out. She shrugged, "Once I'm out I don't really care what happens, just so long as I never have to see them again."
9 May 16, 11:43 PM
[×]Delmar: Del felt rather happy with his father who patted her head with affection like he did most of his daughters. "Do not worry anymore, Sofia, you are family soon enough. You practically are anyway and we are richer for it while they are most decidedly poorer." A warning glance at Delmar to make sure he knew he was supposed to behave and other then that it seemed to be settled. "I expect you all to relax the rest of the stay, we won't tell the others till it's taken care of and Sofia is back here with us. If it helps, Sofia, make a list of what you need to pack and be ready with it in advance if you think it will help."
10 May 16, 07:36 AM
Sofia: He spoke, and she released him, nodding. "I can do that" she agreed. Referring to the list. The 'not worrying' part might be slightly more difficult, but she would try. He was such a nice man, maybe Delmar would become more like him in time. Sofia hoped so. Now she stood back, waiting to see what direction she should take, whether Delmar wanted to go back to his room with or without her. She hoped they might get the chance to talk a bit more tonight, but she had a lot to process, she decided, and so would be fine either way.
10 May 16, 01:23 PM
[×]Delmar: Soon as they were done and backed off he put a hand on his father's arm saying "Thanks Dad, I really appreciate it." His Father went back inside and Del used this moment as 'guest time' as their rule went to avoid getting caught up in some assignment and motioned her towards the chairs outside. After all it wasn't dark yet, only getting into dusk. As he did he said "Do we need to talk about anything else with that? Or is hat it for now on that?" He thought it was pretty much finished and the rest would have to be done on the fly, but he wasn't sure. She was a girl, there had to be something bugging her...
10 May 16, 04:36 PM
Sofia: She watched the interaction between father and son, but the majority of her concentration lay on the fact that his father was not only willing to go along with their plan, he was willing to go so far as to be the one to come and get her. While she wasn't sure about apparating based on the things she had heard about it, She followed Del to a chair and glanced out at the horizon, which was turning brilliant shades of bright pink and orange as the sun sank lower. "What did your father mean earlier when he said he would expect more from you if he went along with our idea?" She had been looking for a way to broach the subject since before dinner.

10 May 16, 05:03 PM
Delmar: Del made a sour face at the question but knew that was something she should know anyway. "He means in the house, like keeping the peace and enforcing the rules. Probably more in the business as well." He sighed and shrugged. "It's his price I guess you could say. I don't slack off, but I don't have a lot of enthusiasm for separating my sisters sometimes I guess."

10 May 16, 06:42 PM
Sofia: Sofia could tell by his expression that he wasn't especially happy about whatever it was. When he spoke, she nodded. It made sense to her that his father would expect him to grow up in exchange for something this big. Actually, Sofia was hoping for it as well. For a couple of years, she would still be under the relative protection of his father, but after that...Her eyes widened slightly as she realized she would be very dependent on Delmar for her overall well-being. She wasn't sure how she felt about it. Out loud, she said only "Makes sense I guess."

10 May 16, 07:19 PM
Delmar: He grimaced again, sure that somehow she would agree with his father. But he liked being free-- Gah, why did life had to have such a price? "I guess. Cramps my studies a lot, but I guess I have to." A glance at her then a longer stare. "But you will help me with my sisters. You are older too so you now count as responsible." He slowly smiled.

10 May 16, 07:39 PM
Delmar: ((In bottom ICC box on ISS if you need to say anything))

10 May 16, 08:23 PM
Sofia: She gave him a look, not accusing, but serious. "Part of growing up I think, and we're both going to have to pretty quickly now" she pointed out. When he mentioned her helping with his sisters she smirked. "Yes, but I'll be their sister-in-law, not quite the same."

10 May 16, 08:31 PM
Delmar: He made a face, but didn't argue the point. "Well. Least I have some compensations," and he slid an arm around her waist cheering up some. "Maybe so, but you will probably need to support the decisions I make or else work out other solutions before I'm called on. "

10 May 16, 08:36 PM
Sofia: He slid an arm around her waist and she laid her head on his shoulder easily enough. "Bribe them, got it." She sighed, "We're going to be married, Del. Married. At fifteen." It seemed inconceivable to her.

10 May 16, 08:40 PM
Delmar: His eyes sparkled gleefully. "I didn't hear that. I don't want to know what you bribe them with either." He laughed softly. "Sixteen. And you can tell anyone who asks it's about convienance and your safety. Even the teachers have to be okay with that." Merlin every boy in the dorm would be envious of him...

10 May 16, 08:44 PM
Sofia: "Deal" she grinned back despite her anxiety about their future. "Maybe I'll just tell them we've fallen madly in love with each other and didn't want to wait, that ought to get the girls in my dorm talking for months." Though it was ridiculous, it was more appealing than the alternative of everyone thinking she was pregnant. "I wish I could be there to see my parents' faces when they find out I'm gone" she sounded vaguely disappointed.

10 May 16, 09:06 PM
Delmar: He groaned, covering his eyes with his free hand. "Oh god no, can you just imagine how much that will get around the dorm?" She spoke about missing the reactions and he laughed. "Oh no, I think you will enjoy imagining it from a great distance far better and safer! Besides, you don't really wanna see their relief later when they find out everything else is good now do you?"

10 May 16, 09:11 PM
Sofia: She laughed, enjoying teasing him as much as she always had. "Yes, and at least that way we both get to deal with them instead of just me" she stuck her tongue out at him playfully. She wrinkled her nose and shook her head. "Good point, far away it is then." Then, she frowned. "I've never been with your family for more than a couple of weeks at a time before" she realized. "That will be different."
10 May 16, 09:20 PM
Delmar: Pursed lips and then he acknowledged the point. "Ah, lovely. More responsibility. All right, fair enough." Turning he held a finger up in front of her face. "Wrong, dear," giving her a touch on the nose, "You're never going to be away from family again after you come back to me."
10 May 16, 09:30 PM
Sofia: She arched a brow, clearly surprised. "Del, I was kidding. I'll deal with it. People are going to talk, it'll be fine." She didn't particularly like it, but she had accepted it. She made a face at being called dear, but didn't interrupt, though her nose wrinkled reflexively when he touched it. Her eyes changed, lighting up like someone had cast a spell. "That's true I guess. I hadn't thought about it like that."
10 May 16, 09:33 PM
Delmar: He did feel rather relieved she wasn't going to stick him with that. "Okay." However only a blind man could have missed her light up face. "Yes! You'll be coming home to me from her eon out. And my crazy family."
10 May 16, 09:36 PM
Sofia: "Home" she repeated, and the word felt foreign to her. She had never really felt at home anywhere, though she was more comfortable with Del and his family by far. "They're not that crazy" she argued. "Except for you of course" she grinned at him. Leaning forward, she kissed him softly. "Thank you, for this, for everything. I had no idea you would go this far to help me."
10 May 16, 09:42 PM
Delmar: She said it again and he wondered for a minute if the concept of the word meant the same for her as him. "My sisters make everything crazy I think." He gave her a look after the kiss. "Hey, who has known you longer? I mean, you are female and therefore I can't always understand the way you think, but still. You were miserable with them. You're happier with us."
11 May 16, 10:03 AM
Sofia: She smiled softly. "They don't bother me" Then she thought about the hammock earlier and reconsidered. "Well, mostly. " She studied him for a long moment after he spoke. It sounded so simple when he put it like that. "Of course I am" she agreed. "It's a whole different world. "
11 May 16, 12:57 PM
Delmar: Mostly? He wondered what that was about. "Ah good, maybe you can help me understand the craziness then." Turning he stepped around and leaned into her, trapping her lightly against the chair his face close to hers. "It certainly is," he said, kissing her he hoped unexpectedly.
11 May 16, 03:13 PM
Sofia: "I'll do.my best" she agreed. When he came closer, she could see the intensity in his expression, which was entirely new to her. He had never looked at her that way. At least, not that she had seen. She was surprised when he kissed her, his last words echoing in her ears. His tone had excited her somehow, and so she kissed him back, hands coming up to rest on his arms lightly.
11 May 16, 06:47 PM
[×]Delmar: She kissed back and he increased it, glad to find her recpetive as it wasn't always the case. THis trip had been all over the map so far, but at least now things seemed to be headed up! His hands slid down her sides as there wasn't much room in the chair and then after a minute of fairly 'into-it' kissing he backed off giving them both breathing space. "Too risky to keep going at the moment, not dark enough to hide things."
12 May 16, 12:44 PM
Sofia: When he pulled back, her eyes were glazed and cloudy with new emotions. "Too..what?" Another moment and she seemed to come to. "Oh" she flushed darkly. "Right"She shook her head slightly as though to clear it, wondering where her mind had gone all the sudden.
12 May 16, 04:10 PM
[×]Delmar: Sensing something significant had changed, Del stroked her back and kissed her forehead before he whispered "I think you are starting to get a feel for what I feel finally." A grin. He wondered if the idea of being totally free was going to have her losing control over that resistance she had been showing for years.
12 May 16, 08:17 PM
Sofia: Sofa looked up, searched his eyes for a long moment, considering his words. "I'm feeling...something" she agreed. "I'm not sure what yet." She thought it was far more plausible that her relief over having some help in her situation had caused her to let down a few of her carefully maintained walls. But, now that she had, it was like she could feel him in ways that she hadn't before. She had always been worried he would objectify her, that in the end whatever they did would mean very little to him. Now, she was reconsidering. He had made sacrifices for her, and unlike her situation, which was enforced by contract, he had made them willingly. Finally, she stood, took a moment to get her bearings, and then smiled. "This day is a lot take in" she murmured softly.

13 May 16, 12:04 AM
[×]Delmar: He nodded at her eyes, then her words. "Well there's not much point in resisting exploration anymore really, so I don't mind." Of course he didn't mind! Though a part of him wanted to be more careful now. He had gained so much this evening he oddly didn't want to risk any of it suddenly. It was uncharacteristic of him and he knew it. He stood, pulling her up with one hand and sliding his hand around her waist somewhat possessively. "It has been. Maybe we should put in more of an appearance inside visibly before bedtime."
13 May 16, 07:45 AM
Sofia: It was on the tip of her tongue to argue with him before she hesitated. In a sudden flash of realization, she understood that he was right. They'd be married in a few /weeks/ now, assuming his father agreed once he'd had time to consider the matter tonight. While she didn't agree with him, sh didn't argue the point either. When he pulled her close, she didn't resist, and then she nodded. "That would probably be a good idea under the circumstances, yes."
13 May 16, 03:28 PM
[×]Delmar: A flash of something in her eyes, but he didn't know what it was only knew he had seen it. After all, he had a long time to figure out how she worked in her head, no need to rush so much. His hand flexed against her skin slightly as he allowed himself to think about ravishing her the first time and his grin grew a bit wider. Every young man's dream! "Awesome." And she was going along with his suggestions? This had to be one of his best dreams yet! HIs fantasies had never worked out this well... Leading her inside and closing the door behind them, they found the youngest two sisters at the couch, a board game spread out between them and heard demands they should join in for more people. After all, Sofia hadn't learned all their playing styles yet so she made things more interesting.

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10 Apr 17, 12:25 AM
Sofia: Sofia shouldered the bag Delmar's father had charmed during her last visit and knelt in front of the elf who was pulling nervously at her ears. "Everything will be fine, Galleta, when this is all over you'll be able to come and live with Delmar's and me. You'll see." Internally, however, she was just as nervous. Standing, she nodded to the elf. "Send me to the backyard please Galleta." Unable to refuse a direct order, she obeyed. Sofia reappeared a moment later behind the pool house where she waited impatiently for Mr. Torres.

10 Apr 17, 12:29 AM
[×]Del: His father appirated from down the street, having already checked in about three times, having arrived too early. Fortunately he was good about his cover. This time when he appeared he saw her and stepped to her at once, tapping her head with his wand so she faded from the immediate sight of any muggles they might cross. "There you are, Sofia! Any problems?"

10 Apr 17, 12:31 AM
Sofia: Relieved when he appeared, she shook her head. "No sir, smooth sailing so far. Is everything all right?" She had been half afraid he might change his mind.

10 Apr 17, 12:32 AM
Del: He shook his head and placed a hand on her shoulder. "Everything is fine. Ready?" As soon as she said yes he put them in an apartment hallway. "Steady now," he said as he held her from flling over just in case.

10 Apr 17, 12:39 AM
Sofia: Two apparitions in such a short space of time left her feeling disoriented. She wad grateful to have him for balance. Taking a deep breath, she nodded. "Im all right. " She glanced around curiously. "Where are we?"

10 Apr 17, 12:45 AM
[×]Del: "Near the coast. Right along here..." he led her down the hall when she was steady and then opened a door leading into a small but compact living space. He pointed "This is closer so a lot less distance to cover. Bedrooms down that way, kitchen and other stuff this way. I believe the last bedroom is yours. Del is probably in the third door on the right."

10 Apr 17, 12:51 AM
Sofia: She listened, nodded, then, after a brief hesitation, gave him a hug. "Thank you for this" she said sincerely. After a moment she went to drop the bag in her room, before heading to Del's door and knocking softly. "Del?"

10 Apr 17, 12:53 AM
Del: The older man hugged her back and said "Just keep him in line and we'll be even" he chukled and let her go, turning to the front. When she knocked on the door, it opened almost instantly and there he was in a button down shirt which was unusual for him. His eyes showed he had been waiting, probably on edge. Seeing her there his first words sounded like a sudden out breath. "You're here!"

10 Apr 17, 12:56 AM
Sofia: Startled by both the sight of him and his reaction, she laughed. "As of five minutes ago, yes." She tilted her head and smiled. "You're dressed up." He was wearing a shirt with butrons after all.

10 Apr 17, 12:58 AM
[×]Del: His mouth opened in a silent breath of a laugh and then he stepped aside so she could step inside if she wanted. "I, uh, was concerned everything go right. I, uh, just guess it helped." He shrugged at a loss for words.

10 Apr 17, 01:00 AM
Sofia: She entered the room, stepping past him to climb onto the bed where she sat cross-legged, looking thoughtfully up at him. "I dont think I've ever seen you this serious before. What's up?"

10 Apr 17, 01:05 AM
Del: He didn't shut the door (per the rules his father had laid down long ago) and stepped over, looking at her as he rubbed the back of his neck. ""I, well, I just wanted to be ready if I had to come help or something. I mean, you have muggles around you right? there could have been complications." That was ignoring the fact he wasn't allowed to use magic but still.

10 Apr 17, 01:29 AM
Sofia: Touched, she bounced up off the bed and hugged him much more intentionally than she had his father. "Thanks, Del." She pulled back to look at him. "So, what now?"

10 Apr 17, 01:33 AM
[×]Del: She jumped up and hugged him and he hugged back, still a little off and wondering what had he almost thrown himself into. "Well, we have to keep you out of sight for a few days so no one knows where to really look, cause you are supposed to be um, well questionably not pure anymore right?"

10 Apr 17, 01:39 AM
Sofia: She rolled her eyes, but she was also blushing. "Right, lower the value of the merchandise and all that." The concept annoyed her, but that wasn't his fault. She sighed. "So I get to be a hermit for a few days. She fell backwards onto the bed and stared at the ceiling. "Great."

10 Apr 17, 01:43 AM
Del: He didn't miss the eyes. "Uh yeah, it's an old concept right? Anyway," he said trying not to sweat, "Just a few days to make sure it's questionable. I'll be here with you though so it's good, okay? And my sisters too." He winced at that part. "I'm sure we can find something to do."

10 Apr 17, 01:45 AM
Sofia: Hearing his tone, she raised up onto her arms to look at him. "What's up, Del? You seem really tense about something." She sat up, suddenly concerned. "Are you okay?"

10 Apr 17, 01:50 AM
Del: Okay now it was worse! "I'm sorry, this shirt is too hot I think. Hang on, okay?" He turned and threw open the closet door, pulling off the shirt with difficulty (not used to buttons so much) and threw it on a chair while he pulled out a tank top and pulled it on. He almost turned back to her first then caught himself and picked up the long sleeved shirt and tossed it in the hamper. "Well I mean, everyone's going to think if you were with me, we've been doing it all week or something and that's not going to be true. Doesn't that bother you?"

10 Apr 17, 01:57 AM
Sofia: She sat up fully, watching him as she considered the question. "A little" she admitted, "but at the same time I would rather people think I was messing around with the guy I'm eventually going to marry than that I'd been..." She flushed, "doing it with a bunch of strangers." And all the while the truth was that she'd hardly done anything save for what little experience she'd had with him.
10 Apr 17, 02:01 AM
Del: HIs face was a bit flushed as he nodded maybe too fast. "Okay. Well I was thinking. I don't mean we need to be-- well, you know. But it needs to look like we have right? For when we get back to school?"

10 Apr 17, 02:04 AM
Sofia: Suddenly wary, she arched a brow. "And how exactly would we make it look like we've done something we haven't?" She wasn't upset, but the hesitation showed. She'd known Del long enough to be aware he pretty much always had sex on the brain.

10 Apr 17, 02:11 AM
Del: He held up both hands hearing her voice. "I wasn't talking about sex, okay? Don't get on me about that, all right? But I think we have to do like" he wiped his brow worried about how she would take this after his sisters lit into him the last few days about her, "I was thinking like lots of cuddling and sitting around in swimsuuits. Maybe even sleep a night in the same bed without like being on opposite sides?"

10 Apr 17, 02:17 AM
Sofia: He looked so nervous she backed off a bit. " We've done all that" she pointed out. "Not in a while, granted, but we have." She still remembered the night she'd spent pressed against him after he'd covered for her with his father. She had spent most of the rest of that year pissed at him for kissing anything that moved. Then she had admitted the situation with her parents and here they were. Nothing had happened between them in several months, and the possibility made her nervous.

10 Apr 17, 02:19 AM
[×]Del: He nodded, glad she didn't sound upset. "I know, but that was awhil-- a temper ago. We lost that familiar touch since then and I think we have to get that back this week. Don't you think? Since we're not-- you know."

10 Apr 17, 02:25 AM
Sofia: She nodded, seeing the logic. Rolling her neck, she stretched, baring her stomach for a moment before she slid off the bed and approached him again. Leaning forward, she brushed her lips over his, conscious of the open door.

10 Apr 17, 02:27 AM
Del: As she approached him, the relief in his face a moment before when she nodded faded as he watched warily wondering what she was about to do. When she brushed her lips over his he let out a breath and kissed her, awkwardly for a moment because of his nerves, then relaxing and kissing her more so for a few seconds before he pulled back to his own surprise. "And you were wondering what we would do this week..."

10 Apr 17, 02:32 AM
Sofia: She grinned. "I think your dad might have something to say about it if we spent the whole week making out" she teased him. "Now will you relax?"

10 Apr 17, 02:34 AM
[×]Del: He physically relaxed, a sly grin slipping in. "Sorry, I was kinda worried since we hadn't talked about that in awhile." Then he shook his head and put an arm around her neck on each side with a smile. "I didn't bring up making out all week actually, I only asked for cuddling and maybe a sleep over, but now that you mention it, I think he expects some of that..."

10 Apr 17, 02:41 AM
Sofia: She made a face at him, but smiled still. "Well, you were a bit busy fine tuning your technique last year" she reminded him. It still buvved her, but she had made peace with it." She touched her forehead to his. "Its going to be bad when they realize I'm missing. "

10 Apr 17, 02:43 AM
Del: Uh oh, he thought as she spoke. "Yeah well that's over now. I'm here with you am I not? Been waiting all week for this talk." She expressed what he believed was a fear of hers and he nodded. "I suspect once dad talks to them that's going to disapear. If they are as shallow as you have said, I think once they know they have not lost the contract that anger is going to disapear." He didn't look happy about that either

10 Apr 17, 02:51 AM
Sofia: "Technically I'm here with you" she pointed out cheekily. Her expression sobered. "You and me from this point on though" half question, half statement. "Promise?" She bit her lip thinking about her parents. "I'm not going back" she said in a rare show of stubbornness. "I can't."

10 Apr 17, 02:56 AM
Del: He felt her need to hear him say it. "I promise, just us from here on out. Like the beginning of all this." He smiled, remembering being a kid again. He nodded at her words. "You won't have to." He glanced at the bed and then shrugged. "I'll ask dad if we can be somewhere nice for after."

10 Apr 17, 03:02 AM
Sofia: Feeling unbalanced and vulnerable in the face of what lay in front of them, she moved toward the bed, tugging him along gently, a request rather than a demand. Slipping out of her shoes this time, she stretched out and rolled onto her side. "It feels like a lifetime since then doesn't it?" She smiled. "Every place your family staus is nice. Maybe once he gets the money from my parents, he won't have to work as much."

10 Apr 17, 03:07 AM
Del: He followed though in a way he wished he was leading, but clamped down on that. His sister had given him several words on that! He slipped off his shoes with relief, kicking them behind him and crawling onto the bed on his front right beside her. "Yeah. I remember enjoying going over there cause you always had cookies around." He grinned, teasing. A look around the room. "Um, not like what you came from, and it's going to be a special occasion you know..."

10 Apr 17, 03:13 AM
Sofia: "Still thinking with your stomach I see" she teased him. "That was all Galleta anyway." Sofia frowned. "I couldn't tell her where I was going. She would have to tell them if they asked." She arched a brow. "Special occasion?"

10 Apr 17, 03:15 AM
Del: He looked pleased and nodded. "Food. It does a body good." He heard her sorrow about the elf. "Well yeah. COntract done, freedom gained, Elf comes with you, you're free of them. Isn't that special?"

10 Apr 17, 03:26 AM
Sofia: "I dont think that includes cookies" she pointed out, grinning. Though she had to admit his body certainly had improved. She rolled the word around in her mind. Free. Not exactly, but at least things would be better this way. "I guess when you put it like that..." She bit her lip. "I think I'm still waiting for them to show up and drag me out."
10 Apr 17, 03:30 AM
Del: He put out an arm and made a muscle then shrugged and dropped it again knowing she was right, but his eyes didn't fully agree you could tell. "They can't. Dad had the doors spelled. No one except family for this week. Once you came in, you were safe." He didn't know how it worked, but it fit.

10 Apr 17, 03:39 AM
Sofia: Her eyes widened as the information sank in. "No one but...but then how?" How was she allowed? She wasn't family yet. Was she?"

10 Apr 17, 03:51 AM
Del: He shrugged not knowing the details. "All I know is what dad said and since you came in I guess you were the trigger for it or something? He wanted you not to feel in danger."

10 Apr 17, 03:57 AM
Sofia: She smiled at his father's thoughtfulness. "Still, stuck indoors for a whole week. I'm going to go crazy." She threw an arm over her eyes and groaned softly.

10 Apr 17, 03:59 AM
[×]Del: Licking his lips, he put a hand on her arm and said softly "No way. I'm here with you and then my pesky sisters will be here to drive me crazy telling me what to do." He rolled his eyes. "I fully expect you to shelter me from some of it at least. I mean, you are the first new sibling they've had in forever technically."

10 Apr 17, 04:06 AM
Sofia: She laughed. "Your sisters arent that bad" she insisted."You're just an easy target." A smirk tugged at her. "Maybe, it's more fun to watch you fen for yourself" she teased.

10 Apr 17, 04:08 AM
Del: He gave her a look. "Oh yeah, I remember how much you loved it when there had to be one of them next to us all the time in the house and the tattling when I had to cover for us." He made more of a face. "Don't get me wrong, I love them and would defend them, but I'm surrounded by girls; I'm outnumbered like always at home."

10 Apr 17, 04:16 AM
Sofia: She smiled sardonically. "Okay, not that so much." She leaned forward and kissed his cheek. " And here I thought you liked the fact I was a girl."

10 Apr 17, 04:18 AM
Del: He kissed her and said "I was hoping for someone to be on my side but of COURSE I like you are a WOMAN"

10 Apr 17, 04:23 AM
Sofia: She giggled, before giving him an apologetic look. "I need to go unpack" she sat up. "See you in a bit?"

10 Apr 17, 04:24 AM
[×]Del: He grinned and rolled over to look up at he. "Absolutely. It's practically just the two of us." As she left his eyes slid down her body and then he tossed himself back down on the bed with a fierce grin

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10 Apr 17, 04:27 AM
Sofia: She knocked on his bedroom door and called impatiently "Del! Are you ready yet?" It had been nearly a week since she had been in the water after all.
10 Apr 17, 04:31 AM
[×]Del: He opened the door, his shirt still partly over his shoulders as he was putting an arm in the sleeve. "Yeah yeah, I'm here. I offered the shower yesterday you know," he said with a grin "But you didn't think that would make you happy."
10 Apr 17, 04:34 AM
Sofia: She crossed her arms over her chest and sulked. "I'm pretty sure that was more about making you happy" she pointed out, eyes traveling over jim as she did so.

10 Apr 17, 04:36 AM
Del: Holding out both his hands despite only having one arm in he said "Oh come on!" Then he looked bashful. "Okay I might have enjoyed the idea more, but it would have been water. And inside at that since we couldn't go outside." He tilted his head giving her a sly smile. "I think you would have enjoyed it personally."

10 Apr 17, 04:40 AM
Sofia: She took the side of the shirt that wasnt on yet, tugging it over his head and throwing it toward his bed. "Now I'm enjoying this" she told him cheekily, pulling him by the hand. "Now come on!"

10 Apr 17, 04:43 AM
Del: Giving in he let her pull his shirt off half thinking she was going to do something else but then she pulled him and he followed with a shake of his head. "All right all right, I'm coming!" They passed two of his sisterswho turned to see her pulling him along and they looked to be approving though he stuck his tongue out at them as they passed.

10 Apr 17, 04:49 AM
Sofia: She giggled, spotting his sisters, she winked at them as they passed. Once they had rounded the corner, however, she turned her head to grin at him. "It isnt my fault you promised" she reminded him.

10 Apr 17, 04:51 AM
Del: Her giggle kept him smiling even if his eyes were farther down then her face as she turned. "Yeah I know, I was trying my best, really I was..." His eyes came up again and he stuck his other hand out saying "What? I can't help myself!"

10 Apr 17, 04:54 AM
Sofia: She paused for a moment, rolling her eyes at him good naturedly. "That much is obvious at least." Reaching up, she touched his shoulder, running her hand down the length of his arm. "What are the odds they'll come after us?"

10 Apr 17, 04:57 AM
Del: Okay maybe he didn't regret leaving his shirt behind at her insistence. He purposefully misunderstood her. "Them? Oh good merlin I hope not, I need a break from the giggling in the halls..."

10 Apr 17, 05:05 AM
Sofia: She snorted softly. Leaning forward, she pressed her lips to his, an invitation, brief, but pointed.

10 Apr 17, 05:16 AM
[×]Del: One hand came up to her waist as he kissed her, pushing slightly near a wall so he could deepen it before his other hand came up to her hair.

10 Apr 17, 05:27 AM
Del: Del's father came in from the door, caught sight of them, froze. Then pursed his lips and looked around. Not seeing anyone else he looked at the couple a moment, made a face and pointedly walked back six steps. Takeing hold of the front door, he opened it slightly, then suddenly slammed the door and said loudly "Oops! That was too hard. Where are-- Ah! Here you are!" and walked directly to them noting their reactions.

10 Apr 17, 05:29 AM
Sofia: With her back against the wall, she reached up and wrapped her arms around his neck, moving so that she could kiss his jaw and then his throat before the sound of a slamming door made her jump. She looked up at his father, face flushed with wide eyes.

10 Apr 17, 05:31 AM
Del: Del's head popped up, eyes wide looking his father's way, forgetting entirely his hand was on her waist at that second. The older man nodded once then said "Glad I caught you two! Listen up, the dates moved up." He waved some papers. "We'll have the wedding next week, I have a contract here."

10 Apr 17, 05:34 AM
Sofia: She glanced from his father to the papers to Del, then back again. "W-wedding?" She took a deep breath trying to clear the fog in her brain.

10 Apr 17, 05:35 AM
[×]Del: Del looked as surprised as his father stepped over and said to her "Somehow I suspect if I want longer, there will be more complications happening under my roof. I think it's time to move things along. Call your elf, please. That's better proof then any signature."

10 Apr 17, 05:43 AM
Sofia: Disentangling herself from Delmar, Sofia hesitated. Finally, softly, Galleta?" The elf appeared with a small pop and Sofia knelt to hug the creature. "Galleta! Oh Merlin is it good to see you!" The elf stroked Sofia's hair. "Mistress calls for Galleta and here I's be." Sofia pulled back, startled. "Mistress..." she looked up at Mr. Torres, awed. "You did it!" she realized excitedly.

10 Apr 17, 05:44 AM
Del: He nodded with a smile while Del greeted the elf with a smile. "Yes, we did. Contract is done and we've got you out of the place for good. Come here, daughter he said to her holding out his arms with a smiile.

10 Apr 17, 05:49 AM
Sofia: Sofia bounced up, rocking back on her heels before giving him a very warm hug. Stepping back a few miments later, she asked, "how angry were they?"

10 Apr 17, 05:52 AM
[×]Del: HIs eyes said he wasn't happy about what he had to say, but Del perked up behind her when he heard the answer. "As soon as they discovered I was calling on them to still fullfill the contract just with different terms which didn't change what they got out of it, they were eager to sign. Strange people." Del pipped up "They are stupid and mean. I for one am relieved she's free of them. And you too, Galleta" and he surprised her with a soft hug. The elf blinked, taken aback.

15 Apr 17, 12:13 AM
Sofia: Sofia was more relieved than saddened. "That's my parents" she shrugged.Galleta wasn't the only one startled by Del. Sofia's eyes softened noticably. "So...married at the Ministry then?" she addressed his father. Where else could they get married that fast?

15 Apr 17, 12:18 AM
Del: She spoke in a neutral tone to his father's comment getting a slightly sad look from his father he sort of expected. His missed Sof's look at the hug however. Del was relieved greatly that it had all gone as they had expected it would and knew she would be far happier here with them despite being Del's. He didn't have too many illusions there at least after many conversations with her over the years. His father nodded. "Yes, not a long one. We can go at the end of the week will probably be best. That will make it a done thing with no way for them to interfere." Del smiled slightly, watching her carefully.

15 Apr 17, 12:24 AM
Sofia: A slow nod as the magnitude of the situation began to sink in. In a week she and Del would be married. They'd only just gotten on truly good terms again. She bit her lip, but nodded. ""Makes sense. Del and I were going to go for a swim. Is that okay?"

15 Apr 17, 12:28 AM
Del: His father nodded, waving them out as he turned to speak to the elf. Del opened the door and as soon as it shut behind him he asked "Are you okay?"

15 Apr 17, 12:31 AM
Sofia: Surprised by the question, Sofia hesitated. "I think so" she said thoughtfully. "I'm not bothered about my parents if that's what you mean."

15 Apr 17, 12:34 AM
Del: He shook his head and caught her arm softly stopping where he could see straight in her eyes. "I mean marriage. You me in a few days. Not like a year or months." he leaned in closer. "I know you have mixed feelings about the whole thing, but we are supposed to be a team in this in a way..."

15 Apr 17, 12:40 AM
Sofia: She had forgotten for a moment just how long they had known each other. "I'm..." she searched for the right word. "Nervous. We're only sixteen, Del, and..." she bit her lip again. "We've never even been exclusive up to this point. " There it was.

15 Apr 17, 12:48 AM
Del: He nodded, following her fears without too much effort after all this time even if he made bad decisions to most of them. "Okay. I get that. Way I understand it, we're married but not on our own till after graduation so this part is like some kind of small honeymoon thing. Chance for us to get in mode." She added the last part and he frowned slightly. "Hey. Listen here." Now he let go of her arm but leaned in closer. "Just because I had to learn earlier and I know you had objections to that and I get that, doesn't mean that it will continue. You have to give me a chance to earn that trust, Sofia, don't sell me out in advance."

15 Apr 17, 12:54 AM
Sofia: She flinched slightly at his tone. "I didn't mean it like that. I just..." She sighed. "We never really talked about what our marriage was going to be or what we wanted it to look like." She moved to the.edge of the pool and sat, sliding her lefs into the water. "Now we have days instead of months to figure it out and..." She smiled wryly, "most of our serious conversations end in big fights."

15 Apr 17, 12:58 AM
Del: She flinched and he felt a little bad, but she then made it into something bigger. He frowned (not in anger but in confusion). "Look like? Be? I don't understand. I told you what I wanted with the island and all and asked you what you wanted and you told me about the music...." He followed her over and didn't bother to stop at the edge, he just stepped in with little splash, pushed back off the bottom and surfaced in front of her at her legs, pushing his wet hair back with one hand on her lower leg to keep himself there instead of floating off. "True. I could just claim I'm the husband so I win, but you would just keep arguing and I'd get annoyed." He grinned at her.

15 Apr 17, 01:03 AM
Sofia: She nodded. "We talked about life goals. Im taking about us. Like..." She made a frustrated noise. "Merlin." He resurfaced and she laughed. "And I'd wear you down eventually" she pointed out. She slid into the water, stood nearly nose to nose with him, one hand gripping the ledge. "I just wish I felt ready for this."

15 Apr 17, 01:09 AM
Del: He didn't get the difference. "Um, I'm not sure I understand the difference. What are you talking about?" His face showed he didn't get it. She slipped into the water and his hand caught at her waist instead and pulled himself closer. "Well, I'm ready for you." He kissed her suddenly saying sofrer "We've got time to figure the rest out. We only need to know the school part in the next few weeks."

15 Apr 17, 01:14 AM
Sofia: She saw from his expression that he didn't understand. Since she couldn't quite find the words to explain, she relented for now. Kissing him back, she relaxed against him for a moment before pulling back slightly to look at him. "How is that going to work exactly?"

15 Apr 17, 01:18 AM
Del: He was pleased when she kisse dhim back and it inspired his mind on how soon he would finally be able to peel back her-- What? "Well, I mean... We need to figure out what we want people to know. Right? Otherwise the gossip will start up and they will get it all wrong." He tilted his head at her, curious about her thoughts. "I sort of assume they won't come down on us for visiting each other on the weekends in our dorms, I've never heard of another dorm anyway."

15 Apr 17, 01:22 AM
Sofia: Contemplating, she nodded. "There must have been dorms for married students at some point." The gears in her mind began turning. "I'm sure Professor McGonagal would know..." The rumor mill was another issue all together. "I have no idea what we could say that wouldn't get people talking."

15 Apr 17, 01:28 AM
[×]Del: He raised an eyebrow at her. "You think so? But then the four houses wouldn't be...I mean the games and stuff would be sort of messed up right?" He rolled his eyes at her and then spoke louder slightly. "How about 'Hey contract marriage here, all finances. No preggers or illicit things. Straightforward."

15 Apr 17, 01:38 AM
Sofia: She laughed. "Not really. I'm still a Ravenclaw and you" here she smirked at him, "are still very much a Gryffindor." She frowned briefly, not particularly fond of the idea of telling the whole school she'd been bought, but he was right. "Okay" she agreed after a pause.

15 Apr 17, 01:44 AM
Del: He hesitated. "But the dorms are divided by those. I don't see why they would count us the same if we weren't staying in the dorms." He shrugged, glad to feel her not moving away from his hand. "Does that sound like it keeps them from thinking something worse? I mean, we have what, two weeks to get whatever story we want to tell straight for the curious."

15 Apr 17, 01:48 AM
Sofia: "It was just a thought" sge pointed out. "I don't have to ask her about it if you would rather stick to the weekends." She leaned against the stone and closed her eyes. "I just don't love the idea of the whole school knowing my parents sold me" she admitted finally. " But it does make the most sense. "

15 Apr 17, 01:55 AM
[×]Del: Oh no, he was interested in her in his bed for sure! "No, we could write her a letter probably to ask. Might work better to ask in advance anyway." She expressed her frustration and he shook his head. "We can always tell them I was the one sold into it. Doesn't mean we have to phrase an-- Oh wait." He frowned a moment thinking and then looked back up at her. "Um, actually won't they already have heard about your being missing for a week? That's not actually easy to conceal a search unless they didn't tell anyone which I doubt. And they have to be showing the change in their house now, like they have all they wanted."

15 Apr 17, 02:00 AM
Sofia: "I'll write her tomorrow " she agreed. A shake of her head told him her thoughts on that idea. "No, it's fine" she assured him. She laughed. "I really doubt it. Admitting their daughter ran away from home would damage their pristine reputation. They probably told everyone I was vacationing with you for the summer."

15 Apr 17, 02:10 AM
Del: She agreed to the letter and he relaxed, only to smile when she spoke about her parents with laughter. "Okay, silly point I guess. Still, we can try to find another phrasing if it makes you feel better." His hand slid across her skin slightly as he thought of something else then asked "Hey, you think she's going to be okay with the new situation?" meaning the elf. "I mean, what happens after the wedding?"

15 Apr 17, 02:38 AM
Sofia: She felt his fingers graze across her hip, and it reminded her there was something else they needed to talk about. She wasn't quite ready for that conversation either. "We can try to figure something out " she agreed, relaxing somewhat. A gentle shrug of one shoulder came in response to his question. "I'm not sure. She's magically bound to me and I'll be..." She tried not to make a face, "magically bound to you, so theoretically..." Here she trailed off. "I'll have to ask her."

15 Apr 17, 02:43 AM
[×]Del: He saw the look on her face and shrugged. "What do you mean she's bound to you?" He ignored the other for a moment not seeing that as important like she did. "I don't think it works that way. But did you forget? Dad took that part out of the contract. I mean, I don't know if they pushed for the obedience rings or not and I wouldn't put it past your parents," he made a face here as he really hated them, "but we're just married not bound." He didn't know about how other people would assume he was the one making all the decisions however.

15 Apr 17, 02:49 AM
Sofia: She looked mildly relieved at the idea that some of her parents measures might have been removed. "I don't mean like that" she corrected. "Most wizarding marriages are magically binding. I'm just not sure if it's the same kind of bond or if one will recognise the other." She needed a library. "Bless your father" she added as an afterthought.

15 Apr 17, 02:53 AM
Del: He got confused. "Not sure I understand. Like, you can't break it later? Is that what you mean, married for life?" He wasn't sure he understood why she wouldn't want to stay with him. "He's cool for sure."

15 Apr 17, 02:58 AM
Sofia: She noticed his confusion and tried to rephrase. "I don't mean that I'm worried about being married for life or anything like that" though she was. " what I mean is that I don't know if our bond will be enough so that she recognizes you as part of our bond automatically or not. All the reading I did on marriage contracts years ago didn't cover elf bonds." She grinned.

15 Apr 17, 03:08 AM
[×]Del: HIs face cleared up instantly. "Oh! Oh I got it, well that's no problem. Just tell her I'm okay to tell her stuff she can do." He shrugged, seeing that as no great obstacle. "It's not like she doesn't already know me. And she's known this was coming for a long time, maybe they already gave her orde--" His eyes widened as he had never thought of that before and her parents were often surprisingly cruel!

15 Apr 17, 03:17 AM
Sofia: She arched a brow, but didn't comment, not sure how she felt about him ordering her elf around. His next point, however, caused a definite cringe. "I'll ask her" she said softly. She released the ledge and sunk for a moment, wetting her hair and giving her a moment to process. When she resurfaced, she took a deep breath. "I need to ask your dad what changes he made. I remember the original. I'm hoping it won't be quite so..." Horrible. She left the word unspoken rule.

15 Apr 17, 03:22 AM
Del: The thought shouldn't have even come out of his mouth, but he had been saying it before he realized what he was saying and the look on her face said enough. "Sorry I wasn't thinking, it just occurred to me..." He nodded and put his hands on the side of the pool and hoisted himself up easily which showed he was used to using his arms. "Let me go see if he's still nearby..." Padding inside he opened the door and looked in, water streaming off his body. Seeing his sister he said "Hey! Could you tell dad we need to see him when he has a second at the pool? I forgot a towel!" She laughed at him and nodded, trotting off.

15 Apr 17, 03:30 AM
Sofia: When he pushed himself out, she enjoyed the view for a moment before she fell back, floating on the surface, eyes closed. It was the closest she would probably ever get to being free.

15 Apr 17, 03:35 AM
Del: Returning to the pool, he slipped back in the same way as before, not close enough for her to feel anything but waves under her before he surfaced, enjoying the view from under as he did. "I passed on the message, I assume he's showing her around. I hope she doesn't mind my little brother." He padded slightly keeping himself afloat before he heard the door open and turned his head. Seeing his father he moved in that direction saying "Hey dad, we have , I mean she has some questions about the contract wording."

15 Apr 17, 03:44 AM
Sofia: Sofia looked up at his father and nodded. "I was mostly curious about what changes had been made from the original" she said softly. "I...borrowed it several years ago" she admitted sheepishly.

15 Apr 17, 03:51 AM
[×]Del: His father nodded. "Well the standards they clung to. Sheets, child within a year of graduation is new-ish, more a modification because of the age. Devotion rings for first year, mostly standard. I had to push them on waiting till after graduation by the way, they weren't concerned about that part so much." The man looked annoyed at that.

15 Apr 17, 03:56 AM
Sofia: She rolled her eyes at the sheets bit. It was archaic even by traditional pureblood standards. She made a face reflexively about the rings, but kept quiet. "Thank you for that" she said finally. She ran her fingers through her hair and contemplated the new information.

15 Apr 17, 04:19 AM
Del: Sheets he understood (maybe even thought sounded rther exciting in a weird way), but the rings made him raise an eyebrow. His father simply nodded. "You're welcome. I must say i am rather looking forward to the wedding if nothing else cutting them out of my dealings." O that Del nodded as well, unaware he was doing almost the exact same thing in time with his father. The older man said "Anything else?"

15 Apr 17, 04:22 AM
Sofia: Sophia was so lost to her own thoughts that she nearly missed the question. "Am I fully separated from them after the ceremony from a legal standpoint?" That alone might be worth whatever stress marriage to Del would bring. She needed to research the rings however.

15 Apr 17, 04:35 AM
[×]Del: His father wavered a hand in the air. "To a degree yes. Until you have a child they could still claim the marriage invalid if things happened to disrupt our lives. Still for the most part you are in a legal grey area where they can not really interfer in any way." He smirked. "You have to be sure and keep my son alive till after you have a child then as he is now your legal protection." Del scowled.

15 Apr 17, 04:41 AM
Sofia: She nodded, having expected as much. A smirk at Del out of the corner of her eye before she smiled at his father. "I'll do my best" she promised. Trying not to think too deeply about the child issue just yet, she added: "I think that was all, Del?" After all, he might have his own questions.

15 Apr 17, 04:45 AM
[×]Del: He was annoyed at the idea he couldn't take care of himself, but realized that whether or not she wanted to, she couldn't stay truly mad at him much from here on out. And as hers, the elf would have to as well. He brightened a bit with that thought. "Um, what's a devotion ring?" His father turned and rubbed his son's head before he could duck under the water. "It means the two of you are going to be very hooked on each other for the next year." Chuckling, he headed back inside with a wave.

15 Apr 17, 04:48 AM
Sofia: Watching the interaction between Father and Son, Sofia resisted the urge to sigh. So it was exactly what it sounded like. When rhe older Torres disappeared, she returned to floating. "Well, that'll be interesting." At least if she had to be hooked on him the feeling would be mutual.

15 Apr 17, 04:50 AM
Del: His made a face at his father's back and turned to her in the water. "Does he mean magically forced? Or that we have to always be touching?" Either way he wasn't sure how he felt about it. "I mean, I've heard of obediance rings, but I thoght those were one sided."

15 Apr 17, 04:57 AM
Sofia: Returning to her feet, she stared at him. "Obedience rings for what my parents wanted", she informed him. "Devotion rings...I still don't like the idea of being magically influenced, but at least...." She looked for a way to explain. "No, we won't have to be touching, but we'll want to. A lot."

15 Apr 17, 04:59 AM
[×]Del: The news was rather a slap to his mind, but she had to wear them too. A half-smile. "Sounds like they don't think I'll be already trying to get my hands up your shirt every night. They don't know me very well do they..." Of course they didn't, they only knew what she had told them as they were rarely around.

15 Apr 17, 05:02 AM
Sofia: She rolled her eyes at him. "It's more than that...they're not just lust..." She sighed, "it's...it'll be like we're in love with each other. " Even though they weren't.

15 Apr 17, 05:04 AM
Del: Now his eyes opened more as what she said struck home. "Hang on, they said in class that love spells were like, short term things. They never spoke about rings!" Love? This was a contract marriage! His mind sputtered for a minute before he started to see what her parents were aiming for and then they narrowed a bit. After another minute he looked at her, understanding in his eyes. "Oh. Well. Now I understand you a lot better."

15 Apr 17, 05:12 AM
Sofia: She felt a bit like a professor now. "Love spells don't actually create love, more like infatuation. Devotion rings..." She bit her lip. "Come on, I'll show you." She climbed out of the pool and toweled off.

15 Apr 17, 05:15 AM
[×]Del: He raised an eyebrow then saw that there was a towel left out, She dried off while he got out and stood there dripping till she finished, then he got it from her to dry off a bit before following her in. His sister's idea of a joke probably he thought resigned and when they got upstairs he went to his room for a better scrub down. He left the wet bathing suit on the shower floor of his room and had the wet towel around his middle as he stepped back into his room to get underwear.

15 Apr 17, 05:19 AM
Sofia: Going to her own room, Sofia briefly contemplated what she was about to do, then sighed. Too late to go back now. Dressing quickly, she dug the small pendant out of her bag and headed for Del's room, knocking softly.

15 Apr 17, 05:25 AM
Del: He was slipping on underwear when the knock came and he pulled the towel back up over his underwear. "Come," he said and then dug through his bag bent over looking for a pair of shorts which he pulled out. "Not sure how you are going to show me something since we can't do magic, but I'm almost done." He slipped the shorts on over his legs and pulled it up, his towel falling off before he could get them all the way on. Oh well. He walked over to the bed, zipping them up.

15 Apr 17, 05:29 AM
Sofia: Sofia walked in and immediately flushed. Swallowing hard, she took a moment before she spoke. "I made this in school when I was experimenting with breaking whatever enchantments might be on my ring" she told him. "It's pretty close to what your father is talling about I think." She was already starting to feel the effect it had on her. Offering it to him, she smirked. "Dare you."

15 Apr 17, 05:32 AM
[×]Del: He didn't notice her reaction to his state, but his lack of shirt was nothing new. Besides, in week she would see a lot more then this. An eyebrow went up. "What? I just..." he looked at it oddly. "Hold it?" It was just a pin. He took it from her and tilted his head for a second

15 Apr 17, 05:34 AM
Sofia: "Skin contact" she explained, studying his face. "Feel different?" She remembered the last time she had put it on him, but doubted it would be the same with him aware.

15 Apr 17, 05:39 AM
Del: He shrugged and curled his fingers around it, not thinking anything felt different. He looked at her and it occurred too him she was to shy. "It's kind of strange to think in a week we won't have any barriers anymore, isn't it?"

15 Apr 17, 05:41 AM
Sofia: She smiled ruefully. "Strange...terrifying...yeah." Merlin, maybe it really wouldn't be so bad, for tge first year at least.

15 Apr 17, 05:46 AM
Del: He raised an eyebrow. "Terrifying?" He steped mover to her and put the closed hand on her arm as he gave her a concerned look. "Oh surely not that bad, we've like been in bathing suits since..." He mouthed dates before he said "Age nine. You already know me pretty well. I hope I'm not terrifying to you..."

15 Apr 17, 05:50 AM
Sofia: She smiled up at him. "Not you so much as...everything" she corrected. Biting her lip, she added, "marriage, kids, all of it just...wow."She laid her head on his chest easily enough. He was right. Everything about him was familiar.

15 Apr 17, 05:53 AM
[×]Del: He slipped his arms around her softly. "Oh I get it. Well, we'll be okay. Least we're not being married off to strangers and dad even got most of the worst stuff off the contract." He nuzzled her neck softly.

15 Apr 17, 05:58 AM
Sofia: Comforted by his sudden tendernes, she kissed his shoulder softly. "I know. It definitely could be worse" she acknowledged. She closed her eyes, enjoying the fleeting moment. "At least I get to spend the summer with you all before we have to head back."

15 Apr 17, 06:00 AM
Del: He felt her kiss and knew he was doing the right thing. "Absolutely. And we'll make sure the rest of the week is awesome for you. Even my sisters will probably be nice." She smelled really good. He kissed her cheek and then put a finger on her cheek to turn her head his way. "I keep forgetting how pretty you are, Sofia."

15 Apr 17, 06:04 AM
Sofia: "Your sisters are always nice to me" she teased him gently, flushing when he tilted her face up. She searched his eyes. "It's nice to know you think so" she answered, suddenly shy. Abrasive Del was easier to handle than this softer sincere version.

15 Apr 17, 06:07 AM
[×]Del: A soft chuckle but his eyes never left hers. "To you, yes. See? Everything will be fine." A soft shake of his head. "I've never thought different, but I sort of thought it would sound like I was just anxious to tell you. I didn't want to seem so...I don't know, antsy?" He kissed her, soft, slow, and very gentle. It was an emotional kiss showing he really did care.

15 Apr 17, 06:38 AM
Sofia: When he was like this, Sofia could believe it. She laughed, "I guess I understand", but then he kissed her in a way that drew her in, made her feel conbecte

15 Apr 17, 06:52 AM
[×]Del: He chuckled softly. "I didn't want you to think I only wanted you because you were mine, Sofia. Sorry I didn't say it sooner." She pulled a bit closer and Del felt his pulse pounding. He extended the kiss for a few minutes, just holding her close and enjoying the taste of her before he left it slowly and whispered "I can see us, Sof, just us.Can't you? I think it's going to be wonderful to be with you always."

15 Apr 17, 08:19 AM
Sofia: A rushing warmth filled her when he spoke. The enchantment only brought out what had been repressed. That meant that somewhere beneath everything, he really did care. She allowed herself to get a little lost in him, so that her voice was hoarse when they came up for air. "I can" she answered, sad for a brief moment that this would pass. She kissed him deeply first and then brushed her lips over his throat.

15 Apr 17, 01:22 PM
[×]Del: As she kissed him more, Del readjusted his hands, flattening them against her. Half-forgotten was the pin which was now at her side. She brushed his throat and he sighed, "I know we have to wait till the wedding, Sof, but I wish I could hold you all night long." Her voice registered to him and he said a little more alert. "Are you okay? Your voice sounds...funny."

16 Apr 17, 12:27 AM
Sofia: She took a deep breath to try and steady herself and swallowed hard. "I'm all right " she assured him. Wrapping her arms around his neck, she smiled. "Somehow I think your father might object to a sleepover." The magic of the pendant began to register and she kissed his jaw. "Too bad."

16 Apr 17, 12:31 AM
Del: He huffed slightly at the idea. "What he doesn't know won't matter. It's not like we will be carried away, but I want to feel you near me, hold you. We have to get used to the idea anyway and that should help your nerves, don't you think?" His hands moved around her wasit feeling her form beneath her clothing though he remained bare at the moment. The pin got left behind, stuck in the back of her outfit.

16 Apr 17, 12:35 AM
Sofia: She hesitated, bit her lip. "You don't think he'd be angry if we got caught? He wasn't too happy the last time if I remember right" she pointed out. He did, however, have a point.

16 Apr 17, 12:37 AM
[×]Del: Del shook his head. "What will it matter if we are being given free reign in just a few days? No, he won't find out, we'll be careful. Promise me, Sofia, that you will join me. This is between us, no one else for once, just us." He sounded earnest and ignored the little voice in the background which said he could get away with a lot as he remembered 'the sheets.'

16 Apr 17, 12:47 AM
Sofia: She met his eyes and took a deep breath. "I promise. "

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16 Apr 17, 12:54 AM
Sofia: She was impressively silent as she opened his bedroom door and slid through, closing it softly behind her. Crossing his room carefully as best she could in the dark, she smiled nervously as she climbed into his bed. "Hi" she whispered.

16 Apr 17, 12:57 AM
[×]Del: Having cleared his floor of clothes in advance, he had laid down to wait for her, thinking at the last moment to put on a t shirt. Normally he slept only in his underwear, but something told him that would not do for her this first night. When the door opened, he almost half-asleep himself and stirred slightly, coming up on one elbow at her words. Feeling her on the bed, he caught up the sheet and held it up out of her way so she could come much closer. "Hey," he said softly. He could see her dimly from the light of the moon outside, but only slightly, not enough for many details. "I kept a shirt on, but just for you."
16 Apr 17, 01:32 AM
[×]Del: The earlier time today had been a whirl of events, leaving him feeling flustered. The pin thing she had shown him (where had it gone?) had been a surprise, but not an unpleasant one as it had ended him up here with her tonight. Though he was constrained by the situation, he was still excited about the prospects for tonight.

16 Apr 17, 01:36 AM
Sofia: "Me too" she answered cheekily, laughing softly as she slid under the sheets. Uncertain, she rolled onto her side to face him. "So, today was...eventful."

16 Apr 17, 01:39 AM
Del: He smirked at her cheek, seeing that as a good sign. Maybe he would get through this without leaving a bad impression on her if he was more careful. He nodded, "Very. I confess I wasn't expecting dad to change the date so much. I think it would be better to go back to school with all the details done though." He was quiet a moment, looking at the top of her shirt where he could see her skin near her shoulder, distracted slightly. "That...pin thing you had was interesting. Why did you have that exactly?"

16 Apr 17, 01:45 AM
Sofia: She nodded. "It was coming anyway right? At least this way it's done." She bit her lip. "I told you, when I read what my parents had in mind for the contract, I started experimenting with how to break common betrothal spells. Some of them are nastier than others." Someday she might have to come clean about why she had created that particular artifact, but definitely not tonight.

16 Apr 17, 01:48 AM
[×]Del: "So...you tried to create one so you would understand them?" d@mn she was smart! Their kids would be amazing... "Well if that is what the rings are like we can deal with that, at least I can. Sure was a different perspective." And she had reacted well to it he hadn't missed; was that the real key to her acceptance? "Have you ever used it yourself like that?"

16 Apr 17, 01:57 AM
Sofia: "Exactly, once I understood how the enchantments were created, it would theoretically be easier to destroy them." She smiled, "you were...different" she agreed. A nod, "once, I self tested it when I built it."

16 Apr 17, 02:06 AM
Del: He nodded, it did sound smart. "You really are clever, Sof." She spoke about his change and he pursed his lips slightly. "It wasn't till after I realized how different, but you didn't seem to mind much." He reached ut and ran a finger down one side of her face as he added quietly "I really was being honest about you looked, Sofia. I thought you would probably think I was iving you a line." he hesitated. "I can't say I would have blamed you either."

16 Apr 17, 02:11 AM
Sofia: Surprised by both his words and the fact he hadn't tried anything yet, she hesitated, softening when he touched her face. "I know what your lines sound like, Del" she pointed out smiling. She slid one hand down his arm to lace her fingers through his. "We're both going to do a lot of figuring things out" she acknowledged, "but I think it will be okay."

16 Apr 17, 02:15 AM
[×]Del: Ah well she had him there. "True." He laid his other arm down so it would be under her as he added "Well come on over here and put your head down while we talk.. Might as well figure this out too." He waited till she settled herself, a smile on his face which said this part he would enjoy any way it went. He couldn't have resisted that if he had tried.

16 Apr 17, 02:31 AM
Sofia: She curled into him, this part being somewhat familiar at least. When she had settled in, she relaxed. "Are you nervous?" she asked. It had a car to her after she left his room that she hadn't really asked him how he felt.

16 Apr 17, 02:34 AM
Del: He put his hand on her back shoulder, his now freed hand in front of her on her waist. Her question however he shrugged at awkwardly in this position. "Not really. I know you, you know me. Dad always said that striking out into unfamiliar territory was fine if you were prepared. We've got a year to prepare so what's to worry about?"

16 Apr 17, 03:19 AM
Sofia: "I knew that Gryffindor bravety had to be useful for something " she teased him. "I'm almost more nervous about school than I am about what comes after." Mostly because school was closer.

16 Apr 17, 03:44 AM
Del: He looked surprised. "School? Huh, I didn't think about that I guess. What are you worried about? I'll be there to protect you. Anyone gives yo grief, tell me." It made him feel rather important now.

16 Apr 17, 03:59 AM
Sofia: "Very knight in shining armor of you" she pointed out softly. She closed her eyes for a moment, enjoying the feeling of closeness. She kissed his shoulder before meeting his eyes again.

16 Apr 17, 04:02 AM
Del: He visibly looked a bit puffed up before another thought of something he wanted to say came to him from earlier. "Um...Sofia, I ah, well earlier when you did that pin thing it made me think of something I think I need to appologize about." One side of his mouth turned up slightly in a sort of grimace showing he wasn't really happy about whatever it was he wanted to say.

16 Apr 17, 04:11 AM
Sofia: Curious, she nodded. "Sure Del, what's up?" He didn't apologize for much of anything, and she wondered what had occurred to him. She smiled encouragingly at him.

16 Apr 17, 04:21 AM
[×]Del: He swallowed, hoping he was reading her right on this. "Well, when dad first told me about this contract a long time ago I wasn't bothered cause I knew it was business and I was too young to know much about things. As I got older it was cool because it meant I didn't have to work at trying to find a girl or such and I get now why you were irritated with me for that. Now at least." He pursed his lips. "But after that pin I sort of realize the being controlled part was bigger then that. And I didn't realize how much that was a big deal till i felt it. You were right to be upset, is what I'm saying and I apologize for not getting it. I was kinda a jerk."

16 Apr 17, 04:24 AM
Sofia: For a long moment after he finished speaking, she just stared at him, mouth open slightly in shock. She couldn't help it. When she came back to herself she kissed him, deeply. When she pulled back she smiled. "I forgive you."

16 Apr 17, 04:28 AM
Del: When she didn't react but stared, he waited nervously for a reaction, hoping he had done the right thing. Don't get him wrong mind, he still was doing it because he thought she ought to hear it for his own benefit, but still the thought was in there. When she kissed him he felt a great relief and grinned at her forgiveness. "You do? Oh cool..." His arms tightened around her a bit. "Sorry I'm slow." Feeling like he had just made a major point, he kissed her as well, enjoying the flavor of her on his tongue and wishing he could do things now that he had to wait out the week for. One hand slid down onto her hip directly, but he didn't do anything else with it at this point.

16 Apr 17, 04:37 AM
Sofia: She laughed as he began to sound more like himself. She pressed her forehead to his. "All that matters is you got there" she assured him. Bringing one hand up to play with his hair, she splayed the other over his chest. "Your geart's racing, Del" she whispered.

16 Apr 17, 04:37 AM
Sofia: heart *

16 Apr 17, 04:40 AM
[×]Del: He flushed a tad, but when she told him about his heart he nodded. "Being close to you is kind of exciting, Sof," he said whimsically, "I promise I'll behave, but I'm really looking forward to the wedding. Sorry if that bothers you." He knew she hadn't been really thrilled about that part before.

16 Apr 17, 04:48 AM
Sofia: She smiled softly at him. "I feel it too" she admitted shyly. Taking the hand not on her hip she placed it over her heart, which was also beating fast. "I just don't really know what to expect. I read books of course" she admitted, embarrassed. "But my parents didn't want me even thinking about anything to do with sex. We never talked about it. "

16 Apr 17, 04:52 AM
Del: His eyebrows went up and a sort of thrill went through him at the feel of her heart. A nod. "Do you want to hear what I have heard or no? I'm sure a bunch of it is bullsh** from guys, but some of it I believe." And then his mind caught up and he gave her a vry curious look. "Hang on, what books tell you about that? What do you know?"

16 Apr 17, 04:53 AM
Sofia: She flushed dark red and stuttered. "I- um- well..." Then he mentioned the books and she managed, "just the basics" very softly.

16 Apr 17, 04:59 AM
[×]Del: He grinned at her suddenly. "It's okay, I can just tell you when we do it." He felt her heart move a bit faster and he nodded. "Here, time for a change." Motioning her to sit up a moment, he got her to turn over and slid up behind her, sliding both hands around her middle well underneath her breasts and put his head beside her ear in a snuggle they had never really done much with before. It did remind him of the night he held her chest however. "Now, let me ask again. You like knowledge, Sofia, so don't tell me you are not curious. What do you not know or are curious about." Surely facing away she would feel braver.