Leo
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Post by Leo on Aug 17, 2023 21:28:45 GMT -5
Leonard de Piero is a man of many things, but staying in one place is not something he is used to. Perhaps the concept of a home has become something of a lonely idea to him after his mother died.
Thus, it is quite ironic that this same man is desperately determined to get home right at this moment following his date with a certain Rayl Enzan. The ride they've booked stopped nearby the Gradia Park, the only sight of green throughout the entire floating metropolis. Instead of securing a home at Juxan Residences where modern luxury is a thing, Leo instead had his home near the grand park.
It has become too dark to view the house from outside, so Leo simply led his beloved inside his 'modest' home as he told her, only for the lights inside to turn on and there is absolutely nothing modest about this home of his.
It looks absolutely gigantic outside, with sleek white decors and too many couches to count. "Please don't be overwhelmed..." He begged in a small voice. "This area is for guests. I need to make it look as ostentatiously luxurious as possible, so they'd get off my back and stop writing tabloids of my living space.." He said it as if it has happened before, and by his facial expression, one could assume it did. Leo looks over to his companion and the tired look on his face faded into an air of lightheartedness. "With the way you're dressed right now, you look like you fit right in." Rayl looks as graceful and opulent as this living space, is what he meant.
"Come. I'll show you my art studio." Still not letting go of her hand, Leo walked with her through the high ceiling living room and straight into a grand door. Upon opening it, the smell of paint instantly wafts into their senses. Leo steps over the giant waterproof tarp he had placed on the expensive flooring and switched on the lights. Inside, there is a number of messy art supplies strewn about, but there is a certain chaotic orderliness in them. The art studio looks smaller than the living room, perhaps signifying how Leo feels about spaces that actually comforts him.
"I had to make sure the window is facing the sun during the afternoons, so I can get the best natural light in." Leo explains as he walks Rayl in to view a few unfinished canvases and chuckled nervously at a few of them. "Ah... I forgot the deadlines for these... I must work on them tomorrow.." Perhaps he should not have accepted too many commissions before travelling off on his journeys.
"Would you like to see the library?" He questions her, excitement is in his eyes now. With a spring in his step, he leads Rayl out of the art studio, the lights automatically switches off on its own. Back in the living room, the artist led her up the spiral staircase instead, and after going through a pristine white hallway, he opens a lone door at the corner.
There, they could see an abundance of books on many, many bookcases against the walls. The bookcases themselves reaches high up onto the ceiling, that an old ladder was needed. A lazy brown reading couch was at the center of the room. However, at the nook of the library, sits a large bed, cozied up against the bookcases, with large windows replacing walls. "Ah..." Leo cried, seeming to have remembered something. "Right.. I kept falling asleep reading here sometimes, the maid told me I should've put another bed here... So I did, but I forgot about it entirely." Perhaps it is a bit strange to have a bed in a library, but it is exactly the kind of peculiarity that fits Leo.
"Talk about bed... How do you feel about an attic bedroom...?" The artist asks Rayl tentatively. He quite likes being a hermit. His bedroom being at the very top of his house and being the final destination of the tour fits the theme. "If you feel like it looks suffocating, we can rest on the bed in the library instead..." He gave her the option as they climb up to the attic.
Once he opens the door of his bedroom, Leo finally lets Rayl's hand go. It is a spacious room, despite Leo's claims. There is a giant window overlooking the bed that reflects the night and stars outside. It looks quite minimalistic, with barely anything else in the room, but there is a certain coziness to it that's quite hard to replicate.[Tag Rayl]
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Rayl
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Post by Rayl on Aug 18, 2023 16:29:53 GMT -5
As they entered the lavish and spacious home of Leo, Rayl couldn't help but feel a bit overwhelmed. The opulence of the surroundings contrasted sharply with her reserved nature. She listened attentively as Leo explained his reasons for the grandiosity of his living space, a subtle hint of weariness in his voice. A faint smile tugged at the corners of her lips as he commented on her appearance, drawing a quiet but sincere thank-you from her lips.
Walking through the art studio, Rayl observed the chaotic yet organized arrangement of art supplies. It resonated with her on some level but somehow not... you see, Rayl was a bit of a clean freak, although she understand the messiness of the exterior lies in the creativity of an artist's mind. She let it slide, just for him. Leo's nervous laughter at the unfinished canvases only endeared him further to her. She appreciated the dedication he poured into his work, even if it sometimes led to forgotten deadlines.
The library drew her in next, the sight of the towering bookcases igniting a spark of genuine interest within her. Rayl was a woman of few words, but the sight of the books spoke volumes to her. She imagined herself lost in the world of words, much like she was lost in Leo's world at that moment. The bed tucked away in the nook of the library intrigued her—perhaps Leo's quirkiness had found a kindred spirit in her after all. "This is convenient, I could see myself here..." she couldn't help but let out suddenly looking at Leo with an intriguing look.
As they ascended to the attic bedroom, Rayl's gaze took in the minimalistic yet cozy surroundings. The large window overlooking the night sky captured her attention. At that moment, she felt a strange sense of connection with Leo. She had always valued her independence and solitude, and the attic bedroom felt like a reflection of her inclinations.
When Leo finally let go of her hand, Rayl met his gaze with a mixture of gratitude and understanding. "It's beautiful," she finally spoke, her voice soft but genuine. "The quiet and simplicity up here, it suits me." Her words were measured, as was her usual manner, but her eyes held a warmth that spoke of a deeper appreciation.
"As for the attic bedroom, I find it intriguing," Rayl continued after a moment of contemplation. "It's a space that resonates with me. If it's suffocating, I'll let you know," she added, a hint of a playful smile touching her lips. "But if it's with you, well, that's another story." she chuckled, playfully journeying into a different path of personality. She has been playfully testing Leo at the restaurant, giving a few comments here and there that made his mind go haywire. And she thought that all of these shenanigans will definitely be the end of her seeing how Leo is looking at her right. As if he's ravishing her in his mind.
Amid Leo's grandeur and eccentricities, Rayl found a certain compatibility. Their differences seemed to complement each other, and his willingness to share his world with her was not lost on her reserved heart. With every glance around the room, she could feel a bridge forming between their worlds—a bridge built on understanding, acceptance, and the unspoken connection that had drawn them together in the first place.
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Post by Leo on Aug 19, 2023 16:17:54 GMT -5
Leo stood back as he allows her the space to walk around the bedroom if she wishes. "I'm glad you like it." He nods to her comments, genuinely glad she finds his abode to her liking. They are going to spend many days in this house, her comfort is paramount.
The artist took in her words curiously as Rayl began to ruminate of his bedroom specifically. "Intriguing?" He had to wonder what she meant, but as she continued that it resonated with her, a soft smile grew on his lips. However, that smile briefly parted into a shocked gape at Rayl's next set of words. Then his entire expression changed into one of lust.
"You have no idea what went through in my head throughout this whole night. I've made a mess of you a grand total of 17 times here." He taps the side of his forehead with a long finger. Despite his lecherous words, Leo's tone of voice still stays measured and polite. "I don't know what came over me today. I... crave you."
Once those words left his lips, Leo's eyes held a different glint in them. "Would you like to watch the stars with me?" He held his right hand out to her, a dignified invitation. Still with his sleek black suit and newly trimmed hair, he rests his other hand behind him against his spine in a noble manner, almost seeming like he's a prince of a far-off land.
Once her hand gracefully connected to his, Leo slowly walks over with her next to the large window. Moonlight cascades over them, luminating the outline of their forms. Their shadows fall over the cleanly-made bed, as if preconceiving the future of their night tonight.
Leo faces out the window, his eyes staring above the night sky. He may seem calm, but there is an obvious redness on his cheeks and ears. Perhaps he is already envisioning what will happen in his head that it overwhelms him to move. After a moment, he shares his thoughts with her.
"I'm thinking of that... 'shower' we had." His eyes cornered to her briefly, making sure she knows which event he meant. "I was too... distracted, to notice. But I hoped I had not used you in your moment of weakness, after having the demon in you disappear..." He was concerned if his actions can be considered as something like stockhome syndrome, where right after she has experienced a difficult and traumatic experience in her life, he was there to take advantage of her. Granted, he was not the one who had abused her in the first place, but it still worries him whether his actions had gone out of line.
This entire date with her was meant as a way for him to haphazardly get their relationship stages in the right order, so as to make sure she does not think of him as just another person wanting her body. The experience had made him aware that he had his own issues, such as feeling inferior to her, and his inability to stand up for her when she's being hit on. There are more he needs to work on, and he can only hope Rayl will be patient with him as he works on them.
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Rayl
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Post by Rayl on Aug 19, 2023 20:15:38 GMT -5
Rayl observed Leo as he welcomed her into his bedroom, his gestures and words revealing a mixture of warmth and formality. His offer for her to watch the stars together intrigued her, and she couldn't help but play with the dynamic between them. With a coy smile playing on her lips, she responded in a tone that held a hint of mischief.
"Well, well, Leo," she purred, stepping closer to him, "17 times, you say? As expected from an artist," she added, chuckling as she raised her head and a playful spark reached in her eyes looking at his eyes. "Though I must admit, your words do have a certain... effect on me."
Taking his extended hand, she allowed him to lead her to the window, the moonlight casting a glow around them. She stood beside him, her demeanor a blend of nonchalant flirtation and an underlying shyness she couldn't quite conceal.
As he spoke about the memory of their shared shower, her cheeks flushed ever so slightly, and she glanced away for a moment, feigning an air of indifference. "Distracted, you say? Well, I suppose I wasn't exactly focused on the water temperature either." She chuckled softly, her playful response a way to deflect some of the building tension.
Rayl could feel her heart racing as Leo shared his concerns about the situation and his intentions. As much as she wanted to keep up her carefree facade, his vulnerability tugged at her heartstrings. With a gentle touch, she placed her hand on his arm, her expression softening. "Leo, you're not like the others," she said, her voice sincere and earnest. "You've been patient, respectful, and you've shown me a side of you that I can't help but be drawn to." She paused, her gaze steady as she met his eyes. "You don't need to worry about taking advantage of me. I'm here because I want to be because I feel something for you that I haven't felt before."
Her heart raced even faster as she leaned in, her fingers gently grazing his chin before tilting his face towards her. Her lips hovered just inches from his, her breath mingling with his as she whispered, "So, Leo, if you crave me as much as you say you do, maybe it's time you stop holding back." And with that, she closed the gap between them, initiating a tender yet passionate kiss that spoke volumes of the feelings she had for him.
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Post by Leo on Aug 30, 2023 21:17:29 GMT -5
There was a spark between them despite the delicate topic Leo brought up. He justifiably wanted to make sure they both yearn for the other the same way and not out of trauma of the sort. He admires her attempt to make light of it, until Rayl finally shared her feelings on the matter he's so concerned about.
Despite himself, the artist's eyes grew a bit moist, glad that his fears were for naught. One normally would not notice such a thing by how long his lashes are, but the moonlight shone down so brightly, it's difficult to miss his misty eyes. He appreciated the small touch of support by placing her hand on his arm and the teary shine in his eyes all but disappeared when he looked up at her. 'How gratifying it is for one to know how love feels.'
Through her words, he found what exactly about her that drew him in. She is emotionally mature and communicate her feelings in a way he understands, both qualities he find incredibly attractive. As he stares into her eyes, with his mouth partly ajar in amazement of this woman, he suddenly spoke. "You're astonishing." He said that with clarity, his voice the clearest it has been in his life, right before Rayl approaches him. He can feel his heart beating in his throat when Rayl traces her cool fingers against his face. Through her chill delicate touch, she leaves hot searing desire on his skin.
Her approach took him completely by surprise, and Rayl then stated that he should not hold himself back. Leo's eyebrows creased at that, unsure if that is wise. He knows his own limits of these things and he's uncertain if he could allow himself to go all out. Though here Rayl is metaphorically breaking down his defenses, opening her arms to welcome him and his newfound craving.
"Are you sure about that?" He whispered, surprised by how gravelly his own voice sounded. Though then, Rayl had swiftly closed the gap in between them and initiated a kiss so passionate, Leo's arms were immediately enclosed around her body to press himself into the kiss even deeper.
At this point, his conduct was thrown out of the window as Leo pulls her over to his bed. He meant to guide her more carefully, but by his own impatience, trips over his own feet and fell on the bed roughly. With his arms still around her, he was too slow to break his own fall as he unintentionally pulled her with him. He yelped within the kiss and dropped on the bed on his back with Rayl atop him. Fortunately, no teeth-slamming happened, but it did cause them to butt their heads together.
He tries to push Rayl's shoulders up a bit to inspect her face for any injuries. "I'm so sorry! Are you okay?" His hand had reached over her forehead, where their heads bumped and carefully ran his fingers against it to feel for any bumps.
Though, after the moment of panic, Leo began snickering at his own clumsiness and grins up at her. With the moonlight behind her illuminating the outlines of her hair, she looks absolutely radiant with her ebony hair framing her face like satin against porcelain.
His hand against her forehead gently runs down against the side of her face until he could partly cup her cheek. Leo stares at her for a moment, the spark of desire returning, before he slowly traces with the same hand behind her neck and pulls her down towards him to kiss her again.
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Rayl
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Post by Rayl on Aug 31, 2023 2:50:45 GMT -5
Leo's arms instinctively wrapped around her as her kiss ignited a fervent response, drawing a soft moan of bliss from her lips. Sensing his need, she leaned into his embrace, feeling the warmth of his body against hers. Their lips parted, and her eyes met his, filled with a mixture of honesty and adoration. When he questioned her with a hint of uncertainty, her response was immediate, her voice a whisper of assurance. "Absolutely," she breathed, the connection between them pulling her closer once more.
As Leo guided her towards the bed, a rush of excitement coursed through her veins, causing her heart to quicken its pace. However, Leo's characteristic clumsiness got the best of him, and with an inadvertent stumble, they both tumbled onto the bed, her sitting atop him. The unexpected collision momentarily broke the kiss, yet the close encounter left her heart racing and her lips tingling with the memory of their connection.
His gentle touch on her forehead, though slightly stinging, resonated with her. In that instant, she realized she could quickly embrace his endearing clumsiness – it was a part of him she was more than willing to accept. "I'm alright, Leo," she reassured him, her hand finding a comfortable place as she remained seated on his lap. As his hand glided down from her forehead to cup her cheek, she leaned into his touch, savoring the tenderness exchanged between them. With a shared intensity, their lips met once again, the world around them melting away as desire and affection intertwined in a passionate kiss.
Retreating slightly, she sighed, her gaze fixed on him with unchanging intensity. "You know, it would be great if our clothes... well y'know, taking care of?"
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Post by Leo on Sept 7, 2023 14:16:08 GMT -5
There is something very validating to have someone leaning into his touch, Leo fondly realizes as Rayl briefly rests her cheek against his hand. It made him feel desirable, more confident in his actions, and so the kiss they shared right after was one of sureness from him, completely unlike his wishy-washy attitude at times.
Rayl's eyes were vividly burning as she none too subtly suggested for them to be rid of their clothes. Leo hummed in agreement quickly, his hands already traveling behind her to locate the zipper of her dress. Of course, he finds her stunning in this dress, but if he does not remove this item of clothing off of her skin soon, he fears he will tear it in this moment of ravenous need and his friend who owns the dress would tear his head off.
His deft fingers found the zipper located behind her and dexterously pulls it down. The dress slid off her skin like a blooming flower. There's a brief moment where he found his eyes trailing down her exposed skin and he couldn't help whispering of how beautiful she is once again. "You're so dazzling, I can't believe how lucky I am..." He took her free hand after that and planted a slow kiss at the back of it, truly cherishing this moment with her.
Rayl is still sitting on top of him, so there's not much he could do to help her remove her dress further from his position. He does, however, began to untie his tie and somehow managing to pull off his jacket without sitting up or tearing it. As impatient as he is to start his nightly activity with Rayl, these clothes were rented, and they belonged to Thisbe. He had to be careful.
As Leo starts to unbutton his black dress shirt, his eyes were on Rayl the entire time, ravishing her with his eyes the more she undresses herself. There is absolutely no way he would not help himself with peeking when she's right on top of him like this, with the moonlight as the backdrop no less. It's more like a free show to him at this point. He didn't pass up the chance to tease her about it. "If you need help with that, I'd be happy to assist. Though that means I have to move, and I'm kind of enjoying our current position at the moment."
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Rayl
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Post by Rayl on Sept 8, 2023 10:01:53 GMT -5
As Leo gracefully lowers the zipper of Rayl's dress, he once again showers her with compliments, evoking a contented sigh from her. "Oh Leo, I'm as lucky as you are..." Her sincerity shines through; without him, her fate might have remained uncertain, whether she would still be on the run, devoid of emotions, or worse, lifeless. She remains deeply thankful for how Leo entered her life, despite their initially awkward encounter.
Perched atop him, she maintains her gaze as he sheds his jacket and loosens his tie. With her knees on either side of his lap, she doesn't stray far from his while she undresses and sets aside her dress away from them carefully. Her attire consists solely of matching underwear, and the moonlight from behind casts alluring shadows on her body, making her appear as if she's radiating.
Rayl arches an eyebrow when Leo playfully teases her. She smirks and gently pushes him onto the bed, assisting him in unbuttoning his dress shirt. "How about now?" she muses after finishing with the buttons. "Well, it's your turn~" she whispers as she leans in, kissing his nose softly and winking at him. Her hair cascades like a curtain, concealing their faces from the outside world.
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Post by Leo on Sept 20, 2023 1:47:45 GMT -5
"I'm having fun." Leo suddenly announces while Rayl is busy shedding off her dress. There's some stray accessories around her hip that makes it difficult for her to pull the dress completely off, so Leo gently unclips it to make it easier for her. "I'm having fun just watching you undress, what is wrong with me." He laughs a little at his own statement. He could spend a whole day watching her and he won't feel bored at all.
His laughter fades as he caught sight of the matching underwear covering her most precious parts, and his eyes could only sparkle against the moonlight at how sexy his girlfriend is. 'Girlfriend... Girlfriend! I have a girlfriend..!' His thoughts all but cheered in utter happiness, he has never connected to a proper living being like this so closely since he was a child. This is his first time feeling this way, and the heaviness of his emotions finaly crashes down onto him in the form of a serene fulfilled smile.
It certainly is a welcomed surprise when Rayl pushed him on the bed and unbuttons his shirt for him, all the way to the final button. "Oh wow, that's hot.." Leo chokes on his own words. He's starting to have a new kink of being pushed down, but of course, he won't say that out loud. His shirt was thrown off to the side of the bed, and now that leaves his pants and her underwear.
At Rayl's small peck on his nose and her little wink, Leo felt like he could melt into a puddle of goo. She has him completely in her fingers, and suddenly the ego in him rises, feeling the need to balance the status quo. "Come here." He demanded, closing the distance between their lips with a hand behind her neck. His kiss is more forceful, more needy. Tongue carefully discovering a new region, pioneering. Within the curtain that is Rayl's hair, they shared the first of many deep kisses that night.
In the midst of their fervent kiss, with a hand carefully cradling Rayl's head, Leo suddenly flips her over in a rare show of strength. Their positions are reversed now, with Rayl below him. His weight is on his elbow and his knees at her side, gazing deeply into the eyes of the woman laying so temptingly on his bed. "I'll give you a choice." He whispered, his voice a tad deeper than intended.
"Do you want me to go slow or rough?" Leo certainly can do both, if requested.
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Rayl
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Post by Rayl on Sept 23, 2023 10:52:50 GMT -5
Rayl's laughter bubbled up playfully as Leo openly acknowledged the enjoyment he was deriving from her sensual display – the act of undressing in front of him. With a graceful toss of her head, she allowed her lustrous, salon-styled wavy locks to cascade freely over her shoulders. A captivating sight indeed, and her reaction was a mixture of amusement and allure.
As she gently guided him down onto the soft expanse of the bed, she couldn't resist teasing him, her chuckle carrying a hint of seduction. "Having a fetish now?" Her voice held a tantalizing undertone as she felt the warmth of his hands tenderly cradling her head, the sensation slowly spreading through her like wildfire. It was as if her very being was beginning to respond, her body igniting with a growing heat.
The tables turned suddenly, and Rayl gasped in surprise as she found herself under Leo's newfound assertiveness, their roles reversed. A soft, appreciative hum escaped her lips as her fingertips danced lightly across Leo's forehead, tracing a sensuous path down to his eyebrow, then his nose, and finally lingering on his lips. "Taking control now? Love it," she purred, her voice laced with desire, her eyes darkening with an anticipation that mirrored the quickening rhythm of her heart.
Leo leaned in closer, his voice deepening in resonance, and Rayl, swept up in the intoxicating mix of excitement and longing, whispered in response, "Why not explore both sides of the coin?" Her arms enveloped his neck, drawing him nearer to her, as they embarked on a thrilling journey of mutual exploration, where desire and pleasure intertwined in bliss.
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Post by Leo on Sept 26, 2023 7:35:59 GMT -5
Leo temporarily surrenders under her sensual icy touch, closing his eyes calmly as Rayl traces down her slender finger from his forehead down to his thin partly opened lips. He opens his eyes at her provocative words, edging him on like this seems to be fun for her.
"You're doing this on purpose, aren't you?" He growled under clenched teeth, barely holding onto a thread of self-control. His eyes are closed again as he tries to steady his breathing. "I can feel the phantom touch of your finger down to my neck, chest, abdomen... and yonder."
Once Leo opens his eyes again, it was not the same. It was completely overridden with a carnal desire so strong, only her body would be able to calm him. Her answer to his last question was all it took to break the dam that is his self-restraint. He leans over her body, completely shrouding hers as kisses the side of her neck hungrily. "Greedy, aren't we?"
Only the moon bears witness to their courtship, a precious time of intimacy that led throughout the night until the faintest beams of sunlight shone through the foliage and into the large window by the now messy bed.
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Once Leo wakes up, he finds himself wrapping Rayl in a gentle snuggle. The crown of her hair is just against his chin, and her arms are cuddled around him. He had closed the curtains just before he fell asleep, so the room remained dark despite the afternoon sun outside. By how cozy they are, Leo closes his eyes contently, appreciating every moment he has with her.
The artist slowly begins to detangle himself from her once he feels hungry enough. Thus he quietly made his way off the bed and begins his day by picking up all the stray clothing they threw on the ground last night. He will get them all properly dry-cleaned before returning them to Thisbe. Then, he puts a clean comfortable set of pajamas a size too small for him at the sidetable for Rayl when she wakes up.
After he's dressed up in his usual loose white shirt and some black indoor shorts, Leo ties his shoulder-length hair into a pigtail and heads down to make breakfast in bed for his love.
What Leo ended up cooking is a one-pan breakfast consisting of pieces of bacon and eggs. There's a newfound appreciation in making food now, since he's not making it for himself alone. His toaster spits out perfectly toasted bread, and Leo cuts them to half into triangles, enjoying the crunchy sound it makes. There's something about making food for others that feels incredibly fulfilling for him, and Leo is grateful he's experiencing such a thing so strongly.
After finishing with cooking the food, the smell of bacon already makes him hungry. Leo plated them on one single plate, intending to share with Rayl. He then fills two separate glasses with orange juice and puts them all on a sturdy tray along with some cutleries. It takes great effort for him to carry everything carefully up to the attic, only to be stopped by the door to his room. With both of his hands full, he paused in front of his door, trying to think of how to bypass this little problem.
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Post by Rayl on Sept 26, 2023 8:37:51 GMT -5
Rayl lay comfortably in the bed, drifting into a deep slumber. As she nestled herself into what she initially mistook for Leo, it became just a soft pillow. A faint, contented smile graced her lips as her mind wandered back to the passionate love-making they had shared the previous night.
Her eyes fluttered open, only to find no trace of Leo but an enticing aroma of food wafting through the room. Sitting up, she quickly covered her bare front with a pristine white blanket and surveyed their surroundings. The room was veiled by curtains, giving it an air of intimacy.
Sitting up, Rayl wrapped herself in a pristine white blanket, concealing her bare front. She surveyed the room, its curtains keeping its secrets hidden from her curious gaze. Her eyes wandered to the side table, where a pair of pajamas caught her attention—probably a set of Leo's clothing. She decided to slip into the short-sleeved shirt, its length reaching down to her thighs, effectively covering her lower half. She pondered whether wearing the pajama bottoms was necessary, given the shirt's ample coverage, ultimately nodding to herself in contentment.
Rayl made her way to the door, impulsively swinging it open, only to find herself face-to-face with her brown-haired boyfriend. Leo stood there, a tray laden with a delicious breakfast in his hands. Her surprise caused her to blink, and it suddenly dawned on her that there was an unspoken dilemma. She stepped aside, allowing the man to enter the room, her mind racing to find the right words. "I didn't expect breakfast in bed," she finally managed to say, unsure what else to add.
She pondered her options. Should she wish him a good morning? Inquire about how his day was shaping up. The uncertainty swirled in her mind. However, one thing was clear: the food before them looked absolutely delicious.
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Post by Leo on Oct 7, 2023 11:18:08 GMT -5
The surprise was apparent on Leo's face when the door suddenly swung inwards, opening his way to his bedroom, but not without laying his eyes on Rayl. She's currently holding the door open, seeming to be as astonished as him. They both froze for a moment at the sight of one another, but in Leo's case, it's the way she chose to wore his shirt --only his shirt, mind you-- that he found himself staring.
Rayl recovered from her surprise much faster than him and stepped back to allow him entry. Even then, Leo stayed where he stood for a moment longer to look at his girlfriend with a tender smile. It's only after she commented that she did not expect breakfast in bed that he moved his body and walked in his room. "I normally would detest eating on the bed and spilling crumbs on the space where I sleep, but..."
He paused at the side of the bed, the tray of food slightly lowering in his arms at the memory of their wild rounds last night. "Well... I'm going to have to wash the sheets after this, so why not." Leo carefully sets the tray on a part of the bed that does not have the duvet sprawling on it, then pulls the duvet off the bed itself. He sets the comforter down beside the bed for cleaning after they finish eating.
The artist looks up at Rayl after that and gestured for her to sit on the bed. "Breakfast?" He himself sat down and pulls the tray to the middle of the bed so they both could share. "I'm not sure what you would like, so I made a little bit of everything..." He chuckled and picks up his glass of orange juice to take a tiny sip. He made a face right after. "Ugh. Too sour..."
The strips of bacon are still sizzling on the plate, and one of the yolks had burst on his way up to the attic somehow as the runniness of the yolk had invaded some of the bacons. Fortunately, the toasts are on a different plate, so they stayed dry and crisp.
Leo sets down the cup of orange juice and picks up a fork at the side of the tray. "What kind of breakfast do you prefer, Rayl?" He questions her lightheartedly, curious of her taste as he gestures for her to start eating. "I don't normally eat breakfast. That term where breakfast is important is only popularized by a businessman who runs a cereal company. Though, I don't mind eating it on occasion if you're eating with me." With that, he picked up a piece of toast, dips it on the runny yolk and takes a bite.
While his face looks content, his brain is currently thinking of his agenda today. He plans to do some progress of his incomplete artworks over in his art studio well until late in the afternoon, then he probably will order delivery for their lunch. Just then, his eyes caught sight of Rayl at his side and takes his time looking over towards her lovingly.
'I really should paint her one of these days...'
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Post by Rayl on Oct 9, 2023 2:29:51 GMT -5
She chuckled softly in response to his comment about his aversion to eating in bed, aware of his OCD tendencies. As Leo entered the room, she shook her head playfully and made her way over to the bed. She settled herself onto the mattress, crossing her legs as the hem of her attire covered her underwear but left her pale, soft legs exposed. She didn't mind; Leo had already seen every part of her, so this felt insignificant.
Her eyes couldn't help but linger on the food Leo had prepared. She gazed at it in admiration, imagining herself savoring the aroma of the bacon, which seemed to fill the room. Her attention was drawn to the runny yolk as it oozed down onto the pile of crispy bacon and the toasted bread on her plate.
"I..." She paused and glanced at Leo, then back at the tantalizing spread before her. "Everything, and this, looks absolutely delicious," she exclaimed, her excitement evident in her voice. Without hesitation, she picked up a strip of bacon with her fingers and took a generous bite, savoring the warm oil and the flavorful juiciness of the meat. The taste was a delightful surprise, with the cured meat and its fats offering a unique umami flavor.
She looked up at Leo as he began explaining about breakfast and smiled warmly at the food. "If breakfast is going to be like this, then I wouldn't mind," she declared, her voice tinged with happiness, a reflection of her mood, evident in the subtle change in her mood ring. "I usually eat just once a day, or sometimes not at all. So, I'm really looking forward to this." She spoke candidly, holding half of the bacon strip in one hand and sliding it through the runny yolk on her plate before taking another bite.
With a bashful smile, she turned her attention to Leo and made a request. "Could you also teach me how to cook?" Her eyes held a hint of hope and passion to know and to dedicate it to the man in front of her.
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Leo
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Post by Leo on Oct 9, 2023 7:10:38 GMT -5
Leo's eyes stayed on Rayl as he watches her eat. He's very happy to see she has such strong a appetite in the morning. He wouldn't mind cooking for her every day if he could see her enjoying her food like this every single day. Everything that she does is so interesting and attractive to him, he's down for her hard. Not to mention, he's at the perfect view to freely ogle at her shapely legs. While he had seen her naked, there's something extremely sexy about clothing barely covering a private area. He continues to disrespectfully stare at her white legs as she enjoyed the food, as a tax for preparing said food.
"Mm. I also eat once a day. I suppose we both need a healthier relationship with food, huh." He pondered out loud once he understands her diet. While deep in thought, Rayl's sudden request pulled him out of his head. Her question more than surprised him, "Teach you how to cook? Rayl, I barely know what I'm doing with this." He gestured to the plate in front of them, his tone sounding like he's joking.
"I just put them on hot oil and sprinkle a few salt, that's all." What he means is he does not know how to do complicated things yet, but it sounds like a fun idea to try with Rayl. "Maybe we can go out, buy a cookbook and try to cook something from it every day together?" He offers an idea, it sounded fun to do in his head.
While he's eating, his shoulder-length hair, despite being tied up into a pigtail when he cooked, got in the way a few times. Perhaps his bangs has gotten too long. Leo pushes the remaining bread he's biting directly into his mouth and starts clapping his hands against each other at he side of the bed to get rid of some crumbs. After finishing the bread in his mouth, he looked back at his hands to make sure there are no crumbs left and began his attempt to fix his hair.
Then, very smoothly, Leo yanks out the rubber band that was constraining his hair before and pulls his bangs to the back of his head with both of his hands while his lips held the rubber band. After getting as much of his side bangs to the back, Leo held it in place with one hand while getting the rubber band from his lips with his other hand.
His action is something quite natural to do but the way he does it looks strangely attractive. His pale ears are now visible for Rayl to see, and Leo finally looks back at her after tying his hair. He catches her eyes and blinks innocently, "...What?"
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