aphroditeredux | (no subject)

(no subject)

.....hmph.

[Seraphina wheeled her chair away from her desk in a smooth practiced motion. It was well into the evening and she scowled at the clock. It mocked her with the knowledge she'd truly been hunkered down in the office since this morning. Her stomach rumbled, an inelegant sound but it certainly matched her dressed down appearance. She only took calls today, only came face to face with her most trusted prinny staff. Her nightgown that desperately needed to go through the wash, her hair pulled into an unkempt bun. Truly, she was a domestic goddess and no less gorgeous than any other day but some sides of herself were not meant for the public or bureaucratic. Especially her slippers with the butterfly wings. (Many a paparazzi had tried to get a glimpse of the rumored homebody princess overlord but none had survived.)

Scowling at the mess of files on her desk, she gathered them up and slide them into their cabinets without even blinking. It was all second nature to her, every ten days data management and review, e-mail council and report reading. She popped open her portable closet and changed accordingly, donning a cute pair of short shorts and heels to go with her halter top. Adjusting the last clip in her hair she stepped out of her office into the busy workplace of prinnies and ghosts scurrying carts through the halls.

"Patricia!"

"Yes, ma'am?"

"I have closed my office hours today."

"Very good, ma'am. First Gentleman Adell has left a message letting you know he is still at the Assembly, dood."

"What?!"

Seraphina felt hypoglycemic rage take her, a violent flash of pink energy expelling around her body before the fuchsia prinny expertly threw three bite size chocolates into her mouth.

"Would you like dinner brought to your corners, ma'am?"

"...ugh. No."

Seraphina chewed and swallowed her candy, the sugar melting her anger into tolerable annoyance. She pointed at some dates on their calendar instead, walking away to the Assembly that was keeping Adell from dinner and her arms.]

The vote should have been over by now! He was eighth in line, hmph, but if those Golems had a new amendment to a bill to introduce Hades knows they take their precious time. You'd think they would be worn away to mineral dust by now!

[Muttering under her breath, various staff avoided her without hesitation as she made her way through the castle, out to the streets that lead to various government buildings. She was tired. She was hungry. That Mothman Overlord's check bounced again and Adell was always volunteering to do something on her behalf. It was as sweet as it was infuriating. Adell, selfishly selfless, always being considerate of her position but... She pushed the door to the assembly with more power than necessary, nearly knocking the block off a puppet passing by.

She was lonely! She was tired of being responsible! This second time should have been easier, she knew what to expect, but there just never seemed to be enough time to just be. Huffy, she rubbed at her face, pushing away numbers flying through her head despite the files locked away, and headed to the auditorium.]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

[And it comes out in a hot rush:]

I know you're sorry but I'm still pissed off!! You still don't know how everything works, you're still learning, and I want to be understanding but I'm still as selfish a woman as I've ever been. But I don't have time to tell you everything I want, because I'm not a Seer and can't anticipate all these accidents!

Ugh.

And you never ask me! You just get into your little goody two shoes head that everything will work out and it drives me crazy! I want to spend time with you, I deserve to spend time with you, and I'm mad that what you did got in the way of that.

I hate being patient, I don't want to be patient, I just want to do what I want!!

And right now I'm so stressed I want to shoot down half the chandeliers in Gorgeous!!!

[It's clear this has been building, with how red in the face she gets, when she goes from sitting to standing without even realizing it.

Whoops.]

[And there it is. Frankly, he knew he deserved getting it, so he simply sat and let her vent it out. She needed to let that get said, clearly, and it meant he needed to hear it, and then do something about it.

He'd already apologized and did feel remorse for absolutely screwing this one up, so saying more about that wasn't going to help matters. All that mattered now was what to do about making it right, and clearly the message got sent about not just gung-ho-ing his way through political problems trying to be nice to her.

...So that's not what needed to be said either.]

[After she finished, standing up and looking down toward him while he still sat, he just looked right back into her eyes. While some might be cowed by her temper, he wasn't afraid or even deterred. He felt lousy for upsetting her, of course, but he had listened to what she said, and frankly, it just meant that he needed to be a better partner to her.

So instead of getting upset or defensive himself, he simply kept his tone as level and even as possible.]

...Then what would you like to do tonight? We might not have much time now, but... how do you want to spend it?

Ohhh...

[She stomps her foot with a huff.]

You're always so earnest, sometimes I can't believe you're a demon. And it's so you, I can't even accuse you of buttering me up. [A groan, more fussy than mad. She's still frowning but her outburst seems to have taken most of the hot air out of her.]

What do I want? Hmm... I want to spend time with my boyfriend, instead of my staff! Of course, that's what I want.

[And she's just going to invite herself over to his lap, a staple of their cuddling. She pushes at him to slide his chair away from the table so she can sit with her legs folded over his, feet swinging just a few inches off the floor.]

[As she gestures for him to move, he quickly removes both napkins from his person and cleaned off his hands and face one last time. Scooting his chair out, he gave Seraphina plenty of room to sit in his lap, one hand resting along her lower back, and the other over her lower thighs.]

Then we'll do that.

[He held her close, even nuzzled her a little affectionately.]

[Ah, that's nice. She squeezes him back tight and kisses his head through his nest of hair. Just the two of them alone. Finally! About time! Her feet swing happily for a moment before she sags into his body, letting him keep hold of her low back, feeling the weight of his hand on her thigh.

Sitting in silence, she remembers the warm fuzz she'd been experiencing earlier. The daydreams she had before dinner. Her foot gave an irritated twitch. How often was she having those daydreams? Often enough, all the time these past few months since Adell had come back for his second stay.

God.

His second year staying with her?

Had it really been that long already?

Seraphina huffed none too quietly into Adell's hair.]

[Adell for his part, enjoyed feeling her squeeze him back, feeling the warmth of her body resonate through his dress clothes and to his skin. It was nice, calming, and relaxing on a deep level. His eyes lilted to half mast; sure, this wasn't the most comfortable place in the world to cuddle, but frankly, he could be content to sit here as long as she wanted.

...Which is why her huff made him snap out of that relaxed haze rather quickly, his eyes looking over to her curiously.]

...Sera? There's something more, isn't there?

[She pulls back to face him in surprise.]

More?

[HHHHHHHHNG.]

I can't believe this. All this time I've been fantasizing about the perfect moment and now I'm sitting here full of sinfully fried food and you keep taking off pieces of your suit and --

There's never going to be a perfect moment and I should just blow up that pipe dream like the inevitable suitcase full of pipe bombs the Griffin Party will send me in July!

[AND HERE IT COMES.]

It's been almost twenty years since I last had sex, it's seriously getting on my nerves!!

What the hell, Adell!!

[He readies himself for something dramatic the moment she started talking about "the perfect moment" and frankly she does not disappoint with that whole pipe bomb thing.

But then comes the actual revelation, and he just stares at her for a long, perhaps uncomfortable period of time, blinking maybe twice that entire time.

...Before flushing bright red with embarrassment and obviously losing all of his composure.]

W-wait, what? You're serious?

[He quickly shakes his head, rapidly realizing...]

I mean, of course you're serious, but... it's really that?

How can this be a surprise to you! I have taken many lovers, even dabbled in love before you, and it's in my nature to have a hearty appetite.

It's true, the past decade hasn't done much for getting me into the mood but have you seen you? I didn't want to push you because of your past but [GOD!!!!!!!] I can only be left hot and bothered so many times before I pull my own hair out!

[She does playfully push at one of his hot cheeks.]

Don't tell me I broke you already?

[That last comment only makes his blush fiercer. Goddammit Sera.]

Look, I... [He grumbles a little in frustration, but he's clearly not upset, just... flustered.] I'm fine.

Don't get me wrong, I'm happy to hear that, it's just... Just like you're not a Seer, I'm not a psychic. ...And it may surprise you to hear me admit that I know I'm just awful at picking up signals.

[Yeah, he's ashamed to admit that, but he knows it's true.]

...And it's not like I haven't thought about it either...

Hohoho! And what sort of thoughts were you having hmmm? [Yeah, she's definitely gonna pick on him. He set himself up for this. She grins a wicked grin and kicks her feet playfully. You keep me waiting all this time, just how satisfied with your imagination are you?

Edited 2019-01-04 22:44 (UTC)

[And she's just so, so good at keeping him flustered and off balance.]

The hell do you think I've been thinking about?! And you know damn well my imagination's not going to be enough forever!

[Like it's going to be that simple to get him to speak specifics.]

I'm not blind to the fact that the actual sexiest demon in the universe is the woman I love, but....

...It's not like I exactly found the perfect moment either, y'know...

[Is he pouting? Maybe a little. But he'd be lying if he said it didn't bother him somehow too.]

[She pokes him in the cheek, albeit a lot gentler than her usual pokes and prods.]

I am the sexiest demon, the most beautiful demon. I can't fault you for being intimidated [And she gives a small, hammy laugh.] but if we're being honest, my perfect moment involved...

[She sighs. Drops a bit of her act and speaks seriously.]

Waiting on you to say something first, that way I could be sure you wouldn't be afraid.

Of me.

[Adell's own expression softens, his blush fading into something much more subdued, but the look on his face looked... touched, more than anything.]

Sera...

[...Of her. While now the notion seemed preposterous, he remembered back to the first time they met. How hostile he had been toward her for what she was, and how petrified he was of her ever actually charming him. She knew he'd been marked by another succubus, and told him as such; the scars on his face actually running far deeper than they looked. Down through his skin, through his mind, his conscious, subconscious, down all the way through his heart and very soul.

A cut so deep, he scarcely realized how far it went until she showed him. ...And it was only through her did it ever actually heal, but...

She had no way of knowing if it ever really had; he had never said a word about it, and while he was more than clearly comfortable with her now, taking that step... with a succubus, no less...

He knew she would never hurt him, never steal his soul, or worse. But there were times early on in their relationship where that gnawing fear still nipped at the back of his mind. It was a process to get past that, even though he knew they mutually loved one another.

...Adell's eyes drifted shut briefly, almost meditatively.]

...Thank you. That means more to me than I can possibly say.

[His eyes cracked back open about halfway. He looked relaxed, if still pensive and thoughtful. But there wasn't shame there anymore, or embarrassment.]

I'm not afraid of you anymore. I just... have no idea what I'm doing. I never knew how to approach you about it. Whenever I thought I was ready, it seemed like... you might not be in the mood for it, or something else was in the way, or it might just be the wrong time.

I know that this sounds silly, but... I didn't want to disappoint you either. Something special, something romantic, like I know you'd really want.

[I'm not afraid of you anymore.

That had been her hope, silent and steady. But to have it confirmed unlocks a tension in her chest she hadn't known she was carrying until suddenly it was gone, freeing up more room for her to feel fondness instead. And she laughs, but it's a quiet sound, full of warmth and her hold around his neck only reinforces it.]

I don't mind if you don't know what you're doing. I already told you the solution. Hmph. You can talk to me, you can ask me. In fact, you will, and you've already started!

And as for my special, romantic moment... There will be nights where I want dancing under the stars, bubble baths, and symphonies. [And then her eyes twinkle with mischief.] But there will be just as many times where all I want is you to shove your hands up my nightgown and start a wrestling match where we try to sensually destroy one another.

[She gives a spirited cackle. She already knows she's a lot to handle, and as kind as she'll be to Adell, this is still her area of expertise. The added intimacy of a loved one makes it all the more special and exciting, Adell's presence alone making her soul burn with passion. Yearning.

She cups his face in her hands and kisses him.]

And you'll never find a more qualified coach than me ♥

[That blush slowly worked its way back into his cheeks, though clearly more tinted with excitement and happiness than before. He quite happily and easily returned the kiss she gave to him in a way that spoke just how at ease he was with her. He smiled warmly at her when she broke it and spoke again, his nose gently nuzzling against hers.]

Heh... never should've second guessed myself. I'll be counting on you to teach me at first, but... hell, passion's something I'm pretty good at.

[He was a man who practically ran on it. Hell, he was even passionate with her in his own ways, but... he'd been holding himself back from those full urges, unsure if they were what he should do at the time. While certainly, he would still need to keep a guess as to when and wasn't a good time, he had to remember.... really, she was just as much a creature of passion as he was, it just displayed in different ways.

She wouldn't eat him alive. Hell, she'd probably relish having that much real passion directed at her and then returning every bit of it.

He leaned up to kiss her again, letting some of that passion for her slip through without getting forceful.]

And there will be nights I do that, and there will be nights I might pick you up, carry you like the beautiful Princess Overlord you are over to the bed, and we just go with whatever our hearts desire. [Or hell, knowing her, he wouldn't be shocked if she reversed it on him just for giggles.] I might surprise you when you least expect it, or it could build up from something innocent; a touch, a glance...

...It all sounds... fun, honestly.

It better.

[But she's all cheese and ham, grinning happily into his cheek where she smooshes her face. Having it all out in the open, his comfort matching her own, her not needing to worry about scaring him (or worse) with her appetite that included him as much as the chicken they'd just feasted on in an unholy hunger. Which was only appropriate, considering, demons.]

Mmmm, our love is already like no other. It only stands to reason our intimacy will be nothing like the Netherworld has ever seen. [Sera.] I don't mind if you're a level one either, it just means I get to kiss every blush off your face ♥~ [Sera pls.] And feel every virginal tremble in your body hohoho~

I should not be so surprised you're enjoying this, you weirdo.

[It's said in the most affectionate way possible, his head turning to steal another kiss from her. She's all full of ham, no doubt, but even if it's a little strange to him hearing it aloud, he couldn't deny that it excited him too. One would have to be a cold fish hearing the person they loved so much speak about something like that and not being happy about it.

After the kiss, he merely smiled, and decided to play along.]

Then we need to make up lost time, don't you think? I've got a lot of level grinding to do if I'm going to catch up and be a challenge for you.

[RUDE. But she's used to this particular teasing, tweaking his ear between her fingers as punishment enough. After their kiss Seraphina leans back as if a lightning bolt hit her.]

I thought all hope was lost after dinner but my secret snack stash--!

[And in an impressive blur she's gone, rifling through a corner of hidden snacks only to return with coconut macaroons in her hands. She promptly pushes one out for Adell to take.]

Eat this! It'll soothe your stomach and keep you from feeling full and gross. I refuse for our first anything to feel bloated and unsightly.

[Coconut has never failed her and it sure as hell won't now. She happily finishes her own in four bites.]

[Adell was lightning fast as far as many demons were concerned, and even Seraphina could manage to surprise him at how fast she could move when she was motivated. ...Wait, how many secret snack stashes to she actually have? This certainly was not her only one...

But that was something to worry about for another time, with her just as quickly reappearing and holding out a macaroon for him. He dutifully took it, carefully. Of course, his nose picked up the unique smell.]

Coconut? ...Uh... okay. Thank you.

[He bites into it, finding it surprisingly to his taste. He quickly finished it off, and while he wasn't sure it'd do everything she said it would, it definitely was a nice palate cleanser.]

Hey, that was pretty good. So... shall we?

2/2

1/2

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

1/???

2/4

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

1/2

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject