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001 💗 Voice to All

[The voice that echoes through the device is sweet and feminine. The topic of her call is the fresh start that has been forced onto her. It should be a good thing, she has a chance to live a new life here, but Justine still isn't sure how she feels about this world, the parliament or the Coven.]

Hello. I have met some of you but I know that there are many of you who I have yet to come across. My name is Justine. I am not a fighter, like most of the people brought here, but I hope to sell the skills I do have. I was a caretaker in my previous life. I can cook, clean and fix minor tears in fabric.

I can also crotchet and I'd be happy to take commissions to those who wish to get a head start on winter. [Ignore the fact that it's spring.]

If anyone is interested in my services, please contact me.

If money isn't an option, I would also be interesting in trading. I would like to learn to fight but if nothing else we can come to some sort of arrangement. I am a witch and once I perfect my potion making, I hope to sell those as well.

Thank you for your time.

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[A soft cry tears from Justine's lips as she stumbles forward. Connor catches her and she clings to his arms as he pulls her back to the safety of her feet.]

No. I-

[Her cheeks blush as she slowly loosens her hold on his arms.]

I've never done this before.

[At least not on purpose.]

Hopefully you won't have to, either.

[But he still gently moves her so that she's facing him, and lifts her arms into a better stance.

After a little bit of work, with Connor teaching her how to position herself and how to effectively block and throw punches, he gets into his own stance and gives her a smile.]

Now I want you to attack me again, and we'll see if you can hit me.

[Justine follows his instructions carefully, moving her body to match his and then striking again. This time it's easier and she doesn't nearly fall but she is predictable. Her shoulders move, then her hips and then her arms.

It'll take more than a few quick lessons for her to land a real hit on Connor.]

How do you see it coming?

I can predict the probability of an imminent event based on the circumstances surrounding it. ...But even if I couldn't, your body language gives it away.

[This time when he stops her, he grabs her wrists and spins her around to press her back to his front, resting his chin on her shoulder.]

[Justine's lips twitch into a smile.]

I have nothing to hide from you. [Her voice is light and teasing but breathless as her back presses against his front. She pushed her hips back against his briefly, using her talents to tease him a little in return.]

I can't say I hate this position.

[Connor raises his eyebrows as she presses back against him because that is very distracting. He lets go of her, but he's smiling too.]

You're very good at distracting me.

[Not much can make his brain falter in what it's doing, but Justine seems to manage it easily.]

How are you feeling? Should we take a break?

Good.

[Justine steps away and turns to face Connor.]

I'm a little tired. I wouldn't mind a break. [She pauses thoughtfully.] I can make us some tea?

[Connor smiles at the offer.]

I wish I could, but unfortunately I can't eat or drink. You're free to have what you like, though.

[Well, obviously. It's her house. He sits on the bed, intending to wait for her to come back, literally twiddling his thumbs as he considers that he really likes Justine, and he would like to maybe ask her out.]

That's fine. I have some water in that glass next to my bed.

[She always keeps it filled.]

Do you know know what food tastes like? [She grabs the cup but briefly walks to the bathroom to refill the glass. When she returns, she takes the seat next to him and exhales a tired breath.] I like trying new tastes. I can't imagine not.

[She has no idea what he's thinking about.]

I can taste things, but it's mostly been blood up until now. My tongue is like a mobile lab, it analyses anything it comes into contact with. That was one of my functions back home.

[So yes, he's absolutely been analysing Justine's tongue. He turns to face her, biting his lip.]

Do you... want to do something...?

[He's not sure how to ask for what he wants, here.]

I mean, together.

[Justine tries not to think of blood as she takes small sips of her water. The remark does make her curious. They'd kissed and his mouth had captured more than just her lips. Had he tasted all of her?

She firmly pushes the thought away and tries to focus on anything else. It doesn't help that they're currently sitting on her bed.]

We're doing something together now. [It's only after she spoke that Justine realizes what Connor is trying to say.] You mean a date? You'd like to go on a date?

Yes. I'd like to go on a date with you.

[He thinks that's what he's asking for, anyway.]

...If you'd like to, that is.

[He reaches out and takes her free hand, giving her an almost nervous smile.]

[Justine returns his smile as a soft pink blush begins to spread across the bridge of her nose.]

I'd like that.

[She pauses and then asks.]

Have you ever been on a date before Connor?

No, I haven't.

[He looks thoughtful for a moment.]

What do people do on them?

It depends on the person. I haven't... been on a lot of dates myself.

[Her life is weird.]

But you learn about another person, maybe do something that you both have an interest in.

Towards the end of the date there is sometimes a kiss and maybe more if it's a really good kiss.

I'd like to learn more about you.

[What could they do together? He thinks hard on it as he talks.]

Well... I'm sure it'll be a very good kiss. It was last time, after all.

[Justine's smile turns bashful as she glances down at her water.]

Yes. I like the way you kiss.

But I might be biased.

[She nods her head in a gentle nod. There are some things that are difficult to talk about but other things... she'd like to tell him more but she's worried about how he might react. Her story doesn't have a happy ending.]

Do you have any ideas? Of what you'd like to do? I enjoy spending time with you. Even if we just talk like this.

Well... I can't eat, but I can take you to dinner. We could dress up nicely. And then maybe we can go to the beach and talk. They've been selling ice cream in carts on the beach, if you wanted one.

[He rubs his thumb over her fingers, unsure what people do on dates so he's just winging it, really.]

We can learn more about each other.

[Her lips tug into a warm smile.]

I'd like that. All of that.

[Justine leans forward and lightly brushes her lips against his.]

Just tell me when you want to go. I'll- [Her voice cut as her lovely dark hazel eyes rose to met his.] And I'll tell you a little more about me. But it's a secret, okay? Just between us and just because it's you.

[Maybe it's because he isn't human but Justine feels as if she can put her trust in him. It's a startling feeling, rare and it makes her nervous but she isn't afraid of it. She doesn't want to run away.]

I can keep a secret.

[He leans in to kiss her properly, resting a hand on her waist.]

I'll answer any questions you have about me, too.

[He's never sure what to say about himself without prompting. He's only been alive for four months, after all.]

[The kiss steals her breath away, leaving her flushed and breathing just a little more heavily than before.]

Then it's a date.

[Her voice is light and teasing while her lips tug into a soft affectionate smile.]

Tell me when and where. Any day is fine.

I'll meet you here tomorrow at noon? I'm not sure where are good place to eat would be, so I suppose I'll have to look for reviews tonight.

[He brushes her hair back out of her face gently.]

Is that okay?

[The light flush spreads across the bridge of her nose as his fingers carefully tuck the strand of hair behind her ear. It's a cute and intimate gesture and Justine isn't used to it.]

Yes.

That's better than okay.

[She isn't thinking about training anymore.]

[Connor is assuming Justine wants a break from training still, so he just leans in to press a light kiss to her cheek.]

What would you like to do while we take a break here?

[Justine's lips quirk into a smirk.]

I think you'll find that I have a one track mind when it comes to the things I like to do. [She likes feeling close to other, be it intimately woven together or simply holding hands. She has her reasons but she's yet to fully explain them to Connor.]

For now, let's just sit together? Maybe I can convince you to read one of my stories.

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