Cosmic Reunion [Jose/Request]--[M]

[Serenity Caine]

Serenity entered the tavern, her eyes looking straight at the bartender, as she nodded her head. He knew what she wanted; she came in often enough. She waltzed over to her usual bar stool, smoothing her skirts before sitting down. She had chosen a red gown today, with a halter like top, but with sleeves continuing down to her wrists, skipping over her shoulders with a sweet heart neckline. The bodice had strings down the middle front, down to her waist where a lovely pink sash rested. The other gown was a darker red than the inner, but the pink sash over over waist (and her chest/upper arms) helped accent it nicely. Golden trimmings could be found on the hem of her neckline, sleeves hems and the bottom of the gown. It was made of beautiful velvets and silks, by her own hand, which is why she wore it so proudly, even in the cold weather. She unhooked her black cloak, and dropped it over the stool before sitting. Her hair was down, curling majestically down her back, resting softly before her waist, some locks over her shoulder and a bit damp from the snow.

The bartender than brought over a tall glass of her wine, to which she thanked him kindly with a flash of her stunning smile. Thank you darling, you know me so well. Her lips had been painted red before coming here, which made her all the more alluring when she smiled. She loved coming here after work, finding the need to drink after a day with Aria. Honestly, the woman was exhausting! Serenity sighed, leaning her elbows on the bar, her back to the door, and her chest forward as she sipped on her drink. She looked down at her self; honestly she needed to find a strong fabric that could hold those things in place; Aria was gonna kill her one day. Or try to pop one.

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Jose was sequestered at a small table lining the wall opposite to the front entrance, a mug of strong mead in hand. The table was lit by small mound of burning wax confined behind a cage of glass and it threw fiery shades upon the man and his surroundings. Currently he was adorned his in customary dark chocolate trench coat-his shoulders and wrists gleamed from the silver braces worked into the hide-paired with a simple charcoal undershirt whose collar laces were untied, and a deep mocha vest expertly made from deer hides was lazily thrown overtop, the buckles and strings all haphazardly either done up or undone. Although Jose prided himself upon his good looks, he rarely put forth effort into his attire unless he was expected to-his face was saving grace enough.

 
Currently upon his lap sat one of the Bloody Mary's very alluring waitresses-this one's name was Gilly, a blonde bombshell with a tiny waist and carmel breasts you could swim in- Jose was a favorite of hers and certainly didn't mind the close company. Her fingers were tangled within his locks of dark brown hair, and she laughed at nearly every word that fell from his mouth, be it appropriate to or not. A inner groan expressed itself inside of him-why was it always the ones with the big ta-tas that had pinhead sized brains? Gilly snuggled in closer as Jose took a large swig from his mug finishing the brew, and a large pout formed on her lips.

"Oh you drink like a pirate Mr.Herrera! How ever will I get to know you if I am always getting up to refresh your drink?" She snatched up the empty cup and popped off his lap to retrieve more libations. Jose called out to Gilly softly before she walked away


" Gilly-flower, perhaps I drain my mug so swiftly to keep viewing your glorious receding bottom each time you fetch me another!" He winked at the waitress as she blushed under the dim lighting, Gilly then left to get another mug of mead, sashaying away ever so slowly. Jose grinned to himself with quiet delight-flirting brought him oh so much pleasure! As he awaited her return his dark auburn eyes roamed about the tavern. When his gaze came to pass over the bar, it fell upon a lady in red and a tingling sensation began to form within the pit of his gullet. From that feeling a wave of warmth and longing washed throughout his body; this was not the same desire that was unearthed from ordinary women-Jose had only ever before felt this way when he had met the handmaiden Serenity, could that be her? With a hearty grin he stepped away from his seating and headed towards the bar.

On his passage over, Gilly intercepted him and attempted to all but leap into his arms after passing him his drink, but Jose gently pushed her aside with a mummered thank you and a gold coin or two for her troubles. She made a disgruntled huff and shot daggers with her eyes at Serenity's back as she noted Jose was b-lining for the red lady. He stood behind the stool beside her and his voice was midnight velvet as he spoke:

" You burn like wild fire, Miss Caine-I fear you're much too hot to the touch for these mere barflies to withstand! " He gestured to the sad display of men surrounding them, but then a smile of dark promises stretched against Jose's chiseled face

" I however, would love to be consumed by your flame." and he'd certainly supply the wood to feed that fire! He took in her form fully; milky breasts were nearly spilling from her low cut dress, and its cut hugged her figure so perfectly that every curve of her voluptuous bosom and round bottom were enunciated in the most flattering of ways. His eyes lingered upon her well-endowed chest-he had wished to appreciate them for great length when they had first met but it had been neither the time or place then so he was making up for lost time.

His gaze rose to her pretty face and again that wave of desire smashed into his being; what in the hell was with this woman?! 
" May I join you for a drink, my sweet Serenity?" Jose gestured to the empty stool before him and would take the spot beside her if Serenity indicated it would be alright. 

[Serenity Caine]

Serenity sipped at her drink, glancing around her every now and then, noticing the flurry of men who seemed to have moved placed to get closer to her. With a shake of her head, she rolled her eyes and turned her head to face back towards the bar when a familiar voice caught her ears. She peered over to her left, and saw a face that she recognized immediately, with a pretty doll on his lap. She arched her brow, looking over the little thing as she laughed about before standing. It seemed she wasn't the only one taken in by his charm; though she wasn't totally surprised. He'd flirted with her like a fool in front of Aria; and she'd returned it, to an extent. She sighed and shook her head, turning back to her own glass. Normally she was walk over there and put that girl to shame, taking her place, but there was something about him that made her slightly nervous, and it made her uneasy to feel that way.

After a moments thought, she looked back over to where he sat, but it was empty. She furrowed her brow, when a voice from the other side of her pulled her back, causing her to snap her head in the other direction. There he was, not two feet from her, standing over her like he owned the world, spewing words that could charm the most frosty of people. Oh I don't know about that; they seem to be fairing just fine. She glanced back at the men behind her, longing looks on their faces and flashed them a smile. What makes you think you're more welcome than them, Mr. Herrara? She brought her eyes back to him, her long eyelashes casting shadows on her face in the dimly lit room. She had a sly look on her face, challenging him.

She waved her hand for him to join her, of course not saying no to him. Oh trust me darling; I am many things, but the one thing no one would call me, is sweet. Nor am I yours. She turned back to her drink, through a lock of hair over her shoulder before sipping on the wine, her red lips leaving light stains on the rim of the glass. What are you doing over here anyway? What happened to you little plaything? She wasn't strange to the ways of taverns like this; she'd been here far to long and often to ignore what goes one; and at one point she'd been that girl on a lap. That is, until she'd progressed to being the charmer herself, bringing the men to her, rather than the other way around. Still facing her cup, she looked at him from the corner of her eye, her hair falling back over her shoulder as she leaned forward to rest the cup back down on the bar, empty. Sam, dear. It would seem I've run dry. Can I trouble you for another darling? She started speaking, snapping her eyes back to the bartender not to far from them, offering him a lovely fiery smile as she did.

Sam did as asked, smiling back and grabbing her cup, walking away to fill her up another. Within moments he had returned with a new cup, the lip stain gone, though not for long, as she replaced it with a fresh one, taking a large gulp from the new wine.

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Every motion that she made he gazed upon her like she was the most exquisite creature to ever live -it a look of deep wonder, desire, and absolute interest. //She must be a siren// Jose thought, for although he had awarded many a maiden his company before none had consumed his mind so completely as Serenity had seemed to. //or a witch perhaps?..I suppose I'll rid myself of these questions shortly...//

As she spoke, even to taunt him, he watched her supple lips like he would grab her porcelain face at any instance and kiss her with grand passion, heat burning from his gaze. Jose gave a sideways smirk, and downcast his eyes to look up through his long dark eyelashes as he responded;

"Aye m'lady for now they're just looking, but you outshine them and even I was daunted by your loveliness -but I believe we both know you'd rather me buying you drinks and whispering things into your ear." Jose was feeling a little warm from the firelight and the liquor-he'd had one or two before Serenity first came in- so placing his half empty mug upon the bar he sweep his coat off his broad shoulders and he too placed it upon his stool before sitting. He then rolled up the sleeves to his black shirt slightly above the elbows, his golden arms were toned and muscular, and the rose tattoo inscribed upon his left-inner forearm could be seen. He leaned himself slightly towards her, and a strand of his hair fell into face, then spoke in a husky tone:

"You are out to toy with a heart or two of your own it seems, but surely you can't even question why I would crave a long sip from some scarlet wine compared to a pale ale? Besides...you seem like you'd be funner to play with" He winked at Serenity and then finished his mug, he waved at Sam, and he dutifully came forth, and he asked for some wine as well. He was back within moments yet again with the glass and Jose drank from it slowly but deeply while gazing upon the woman before him.

[Serenity Caine]

You’re correct, they are just looking; but looking is all they’re allowed to do, and they more than well know it. They probably hate you right about now. She laughed, like the sounds of tickling bells, her facing bright as she did so. She felt his gaze on her every movement, and wondered why he was so intent on being around her. You are very presumptuous Mr. Herrara… But I suppose I will humour you for a while. What could you possibly have to whisper to me? She arched a perfectly sculpted brow at him, while bringing her cup to her lips once more, taking a long slow drink from it, all while keeping her eyes locked on his. She chose wine for a reason, when drunk fast, it always worked quickly.

As he moved to sit and lean towards her, she watched a strand of hair fall into his face before he spoke, which she found oddly endearing. I’m not toying with anything my darling; What you see is who I am; what you saw before was my job, far more refined than what I am used to. However, scarlet wine does sound a thousand times more delectable than white; I’ve always preferred it… it has a much more… pleasurable taste to it. She brought a finger to her lips as she thought of the word, smiling slyly as she spoke. She then placed her cup on the counter, and brought a hand up to his face, pushing the strand of hair back where it belonged.

Now now, who said anything about playing? Sorry to burst your bubble handsome, but I’m not looking to play. She gave him a pouty look, her bottom lip protruding out from her mouth, the red in high contrast to her pale skin. Her hazel eyes gazed into his. Despite her coy words, she was very intrigued by him, and continuously wondered why she was so drawn to him. When given the chance; or rather, when the mood wasn’t so flirtatious, she would plan to ask him if he too felt this pull.

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Jose waved away her remarks concerning the other bar patrons "The concerns of lesser men are their own, I feel no need to trouble myself with the opinions of others. " Her laughter was like music to Jose's ears, a kind sound of glee and intimacy.

He leaned even closer, lips against her neck and his breath skimmed against her flesh as he spoke quietly into her ear:
" I can fulfil your every quivering need Miss Caine, and send you soaring to heights of absolute pleasure you never knew existed. And although you do look utterly delectable in that gown I believe it'd suit my bedroom floor much more." Jose sat back against the stool and relished in her touch as she brushed away his stray lock, a slight electricity poured from her fingertips and then upon his skin.

"A woman of many faces, I see...certainly is can be tiresome to hide behind your desires.." He lazily traced patterns with his pointer finger along the top of her exposed shoulder and his voice was like liquid silk as he breathed out again

"Wouldn't it be so much better to quit the charade? " he locked a heated gaze with her
" Wouldn't you like me to set you and your passion free? You are not the only one seeking more...pleasurable tastes." Jose mimicked her tone of voice as he spoke and sipped deeply from his glass of wine.

She might have brushed off his words and flattery but he could see the lust shimmering within the orbs of her eyes and he licked his lips ever so slightly -//Gods I want to bite that lip// he thought as she pouted.

"You may cause any part of me to burst you'd like Miss Caine, but if you don't want to play what is it you desire? I'm sure I can assist with all that you seek." Jose winked at her, the chase was a fun thing to do of course, and he simply mustn't let her slip through his fingers. If they were to advance beyond the tavern setting he would confide in his odd enthrallment with her, wondering if perhaps the folds of Serenity's mind called out to him as his seemed to do for her. For now the tradeoff of husky ideas and lustful wishes was satisfactory enough to the man. 

[Serenity Caine]

Oh, lesser? Why I had no idea. She rolled her eyes sarcastically, before being stopped short as his lips got close to her neck, his warm breath giving her goosebumps as he slowly moved up to her ear. His words gave her shivers, and they were visible before she had the chance to hide them. My… such the charmer you are. Does that line work on everyone? Though her voice was a little less sure now, she still glanced at him with that playful stare, just asking for trouble.

Who said I was hiding? Perhaps I’m merely testing the waters? She spoke, trying to ignore his finger on her shoulder, even though she knew she still had goosebumps. Something was compelling her to look at him, and when she did their gazes locked, and it was like a spark was flying between them. What charade? I must repeat, I am not hiding my darling; I just like making you work for it, as it is just oh so easy, and oh so incredibly fun. She smiled at him, coy and teasing, but she watched his every movement as he drank from his cup, wishing she were the rim.

His next words caused a small laugh to escape her. I get the feeling making you burst wouldn’t be all that difficult Mr. Herrara. And what is it I seek? Why… I don’t know to be honest. She dropped the smile for a moment, swirling the wine in her glass. There’s just… something about you. I can help but be drawn to you. Maybe I’m insane. She looked back to him. Who knows. However, my desires have nothing to do with what I seek. She just as quickly brought the smile back up, batting her thick alluring eyelashes before lifting her hand and sweeping it through his luscious hair, letting her hand linger at the nape of his neck.

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A devilish grin ensnared his features - he loved to stroke that fire deep within a woman, Serenity's tremors and raised flesh was enough proof to Jose he had stirred up some embers and it was enough to cause a slight stirring of his own within his slacks. "Only on the perfect woman, so it must have succeeded on you."From her gaze he could tell this was true despite her words-it appeared she too enjoyed the hunt and he found this fact quite endearing.

"I do apologize for I do prefer to dive right in-I want you and there is nothing more than that." the dark smile that pulled at his lips grew larger as a short chuckle fell from his mouth. "Want me to work for it, eh?" His fingertips trailed down her shoulder and moved along her arm until he was gripping her empty hand and softly he pulled it to his face.It was not a hard grip-she could easily shake it off if she desired-and he spoke again
" I would wait lifetimes for you Serenity, labouring away to satisfy you, and I will continue to be your slave for just a taste of you." His words were like honey-just dripping with sexuallity as he took her hand to his lips and kissed her soft flesh with a simmering passion. He released her hand and as he too grew a little somber.

" Well I know my mind's lucidity checks out from time to time, but if you felt this..undeniable craving as well then we can't both be wrong. You hold a great deal of interest to me as well. " Jose didn't want to freak the woman out by going into just how much she intrigued him-even if she did fancy him as well the pull she expressed could just be the booze and his rugged good looks; many sucha girl had spoke of being drawn to his presence but this was the first where the feeling was reciprocated. Time would tell how alike and how deep this connection would go.

Just like Serenity he swiftly recovered from this serious lull and placed his hand atop her thigh, basking in the way her fingertips gently scraped the back of his neck, and he ducked his head in a little closer to her.
" Then what does your desires have to do with? Me I certainly hope."

[Serenity Caine]

Serenity smiled, mulling over his words. Perfect? Well, I’m afraid I can’t disagree with you there… So maybe it did work… a little. She cast her eyes downward for a moment, biting her lip before looking back up at him alluringly, her signature move. When he laughed, she contained a shiver down her spine that would have completely given her away- but it was breathtaking. So forward you are… She whispered lightly, not minding even a bit.

He lifted her hand to his face, and she kept it there, enjoying the warmth under her fingertips, her wine starting to make her mind feel fuzzy and warm itself. Lifetimes? I certainly feel special Mr. Herrara… I fear not every girl who you give your affections gets such treatment… it’s almost unfair. Her voice had lost it’s great lustre, but was completely enthralled by him now, her eyes looking directly into his as he moved her hand and kissed it softly, and this time she couldn’t contain the shivers down her back.

As he responded to her serious tone, the somber look returned for a moment. No, you don’t understand- it’s not the wine… I felt this when I met you in the gardens… It’s like… something is pulling me towards you… something out of my control- I’m sure you’ve heard that before, so believe what you will… but it’s almost like we’ve met before… Serenity shook her head, not knowing how to express her words at the moment, the wine making it a tad difficult for the time being.

She noticed how he loved her playing with the ends of his hair, and continued to do so, arching an eyebrow as he moved a bit closer. You wouldn’t be wrong… I dare say you’ve started a fire Mr. Herrara… She downed the rest of her drink, signalling Sam for one more. If she gave in now, it would be to easy— more wine meant more fun, and Serenity loved her fun.

Lets just say… that little doll from before will be nothing but a memory after I’m done with you… Serenity laughed sexually, tracing a line with her fingernail down his neck, playing with the collar of his shirt. And not even a good memory at that… you’ll never want to go back to something like that once you’ve had me… She whispered, leaning close to his ear, her breath sweet like the wine.

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She was an entrancing creature to behold, every move was with purpose and it could melt your insides down to their primal core if she moved your way. Jose was just blessed such an astonishing form of life had gifted him the pleasure of her presence. That lustful look she had just sent his way however, began to dirty his idea of her with more thoughts regarding the boudoir.

“ I have thought of biting that lip of yours for quite some time and you taunt me like this? Be careful Miss. Caine for I may dash off with you into the night and have my way with you.” He softly growled, a dangerous gleam to his eyes.
Her shivers gave him grand delight, every pore of her gave him grand delight! It was intoxicating, the alcohol, the room, her glorious being. Everything was electrified by Serenity, at least in his eyes, Jose swore he felt the earth move with every gesture her pale form made, or maybe it was just his sense of gravity that moved. What held him now was nothing of Earthly intentions but bound was he by Serenity.

“  Nothing is fairer than you my dear, and you not just any maiden I…” For once, he struggled with his words.”I have you in my mind…you excite me beyond meaning in ways I cannot fathom. My eyes cannot break away from your form and it is enslaving me!” There was a slight note of frustration towards his tone for he was never caught unawares-she must be a siren. He decided this, weighing in with his earlier idea of it, but her words of reciprocated feelings wiped that away. It truly was a great relief she too had felt the spark of a channeling effect, in where she was drawn to him and he her. They felt connected although it made little sense why-they were from different worlds! But regardless of this, it felt right to be with her.

“I believe every word from your precious mouth, ‘however I think I would remember such a face...but I have felt inexplicably consumed by you, even then like you said, in the Gardens...I don’t know what to make of it but I don’t wish to fight it.” Jose finished his glass of wine and a small glow began to shimmer upon his face. He was much accustomed to drink and thus had only now started to somewhat feel the effects of the alcohol, despite the fact he had been pounding ales long before Serenity had arrived. As she played with his hair he nearly began to purr, and her words-plus the excellent shot of her bosom he got as she leaned in closer- had him almost gasping for more. He nodded to Sam as well when she signaled other round and Jose had to raise an eyebrow of his own; never before had a woman of such refinery had he’d experienced whom could drain that many glasses of wine so quickly and still manage to keep a somewhat level head. Oh how Jose adored her!

It was his turn to quiver at her touch, a surprising quake to himself, shocked at how everything she did was so familiar yet entirely new to him. He had every lady from Kanto to Willow's Meadows turn their tricks upon him but they never came close to the fire she exerted. Wonder blossomed amongst the lusty gaze within his hooded eyes, he was in awe of Serenity and there was nothing more to it.
Her breath washed over him, her hands in his shirt, fingernail scraping his flesh leaving goosebumps, her luscious lips inches from his own. She was everywhere and everything, and this singular devotion was so odd to Jose but he really couldn’t battle it. When she moved in close to whisper, a groan danced at the back of his throat but he didn’t want to let on just how turned on she was making him so he let it die there.

“ I won’t make light of that, I do intend to hold you to your words…and so many other things.” Jose was about to end their little game by grabbing hold of her waist and demanding her right then and there, but just then Sam had settled down their refreshed drinks breaking the sexual tension some. He unintentionally glared at the barman but slipped him a few gold pieces to cover the drinks and then some for his troubles. Jose reached for his glass and drained half of the wine like it was water, a slight blush began to creep upon his features.

[Serenity Caine]

Serenity let another sly smile take over her face, her eyes glowing with the wines influence. Maybe that’s what I wanted you to think about. And taunting is what I do best sir, you best get used to it if you want too keep me around. She cast him a sideways glance, smiling as Sam took her empty glass away once more, moving to do as she’d asked. His voice was so low, growling so close to her ears, giving her goosebumps, goosebumps. The look in his eyes made her want to take him away right then and there, but she refrained, as the game had only just begun.

She arched an eyebrow as he seemed to search for words; he did not seem the type to lose his words at all, yet she had rendered him silent for a moment? Serenity felt a small sense of pride flare in her chest. By the end of his speech, frustration was clear as day to her in his voice, causing another knowing smile to spread on her face, and she looked away for a moment, keeping in a small giggle of satisfaction. Enslaving? Oh I would never dream of it darling! She laughed aloud this time, clearly knowing what she was doing to him.

… So it’s not just me… strange. She let it die there, not wishing to bring the sombre tone back into their conversation, they were to far past it by this point. It would be a discussion for another time it seemed. With her hand on the back of his neck, she could slightly feel his heartbeat, and holy shit was it going fast; she really was enslaving him! He must think her a witch! Serenity searched his face in their silence, noting the flushed cheeks as the alcohol took over his mind slowly. He had clearly had more than her, but she was pounding back her wine like it was nothing but grape juice, and although she could feel it, she knew she could have another four and still be able to walk straight. However her mind would be muddled, and her desires would fly through the roof by that point, so keeping it at three or four may be the smarter option on this one. Something told her Jose wasn’t a simple drunk screw.

She felt him quiver lightly, her fingernail going over the bumps she’d created on the back of his neck, a small smile playing on her plump lips. She was still so close to him, having whispered moments before, her lips quite literally inches from his now, her large hazel eyes staring directly into his, her heavy black eyelashes casting shadows on them both as he responded. You intrigue me Mr. Herrara… I suspect that if I let you have your way, we’d have left this bar five minutes ago… sadly things will not be going your way. She leaned back, smiling as Sam placed their drinks down. She’d seen him coming in her peripheral vision, and therefor hadn’t been startled. I came here to relax from work, and that’s what I intend to do. So I will finish this drink, and perhaps another… from there we shall see what happens. She arched an eyebrow at him making her intentioned more clear, and picked up her cup, downing it in a similar manner to him, only having half left.

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"Oh I very much do intend to keep you around...and under me." If she wanted to play games and taunt, he was all in. "I do understand if my unhindered tongue rewards me a good lashing...but I really can't help myself, it wants to give you an ever better thrashing." His tone was falsely apologetic, underlined by bad intentions.

To be of truth, Jose was glad Serenity left their mysterious connection at rest for now-Jose had waved goodbye to solving frustrating riddles a few mugs back. Dreams of her bare flesh in his palms and her wine sweetened breath against his neck was all he needed to ponder for the moment. They would have the daylight to discuss things better.

He nodded in agreement to the speak of unwinding with a bottle at your hand-he hand long been suckling that hazy teat. It wasn't he required the drink to escape from the stresses of the guard, Jose loved what he did, it was from the horrors he was entreated with and still haunted by that needed distance from himself. The visions were always a gory mess and every day one was sure to wreak his mind just a little. So booze and sex (plus a flute solo here and there) kept him moderately sane and thence he sought both regularly.

Although Serenity denied him from quenching his appetite, it was an endearing move on her part to him-he had grown a little bored with the easy catches. Typically Jose would have pegged Serenity as a bar floozy he'd have a fun time with, playing games and getting drunk all the while, but her playfulness and his inexplicable radiation towards her negated such dismissable ponderings. He would ensure there'd be many more nights and mornings to follow.

He finished his glass with a distraught look but a bright idea began to form in his wicked mind. Reaching below him to access his trench coat's pocket, he lifted out a metal flask. Holding it below the counter so as to not draw attention to his non-purchased-within-establishment drink, he jiggled it slightly, a soft sloshing sound made from the liquid within.

" This is something usually used for medicinal purposes but I find it gets one quite intoxicated with much consumption- the best relaxer I have at my public disposal. " He winked a dark eye at her. " I purpose a game; we each have a go at saying two things about ourselves-one must be the truth, the other must be a lie. Then if either of us can guess what the truth is the other must drink, but if you're wrong you will take a swig! How about it? " Mischief just swept along his face ever so nicely.

[Serenity Caine]

Serenity laughed again, taking a light sip from her cup. Honestly sir, your words are ruthless! She continued to laugh, completely shocked by how open he was flirting with her. No, he wasn’t even flirting anymore, he was beyond that! It didn’t take her long to finish this most recent cup, the wine falling down her throat like silk, and her mouth didn’t miss a single drop.

As Jose took out his flask, Serenity looked at him, questioning his intentions. As he explained, she was even more questionable, wondering what on earth could be inside it, but knowing better than to ask; she probably didn’t want to know at this point. A daredevil you are! But alright, I’ll play your little game this time. Serenity smiled and nodded her head, bringing a finger to her lips in thought, as she contemplated what truth and what lie she would spring upon him.

Alright! I have one for you. So, before I was fated, I was the head of a company, and a deadly fearsome person in my city. And my second one is that I despise flowers. They smell so rotten! Sickly sweet and whatnot! Serenity laughed, overplaying it entirely. So what do you think?

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Her laughter gave him a warm feeling inside; she was the stuff of dreams. She even somehow made guzzling away wine look elegant and right." And yet my words are just the outer casing for my ideas about you." He replied, the devil in his eye. Jose rarely could rein in his tongue when it came to the fairer sex and so her exclamation about his forwardness was neither unexpected or unwelcome.

Delighted she was up for play Jose gave full attention to her every word and action. He could feel the pull of her mind as she thought of her truth and the memory behind it but Jose chose to be a good little boy and deny himself to be sucked into it-that would be cheating and for some reason he wanted to be as honest with Serenity as possible. When she gave her choices he thought calmly about it; he had never met a lady who hated flowers, but she did seem to have that dangerous quality to her that could enslave a town so which was it? Deciding she was too young to be running her own company he said;

" You are a hellion, I'll give you that much, but you seem not at all old enough to be running your own establishment-and a woman to turn her nose upon flowers? " He slightly shook his head in mock disapproval.

" I believe your lie to be that you used to run a company, guess that means I'll have to call off the orders of bouquets I was going to have sent you way." He lifted the flash slightly

"So whom must drink from this container of wonder?" His voice was full of magical awe, overplaying it for Serenity's amusement.

[Serenity Caine]

Serenity rolled her eyes sarcastically. This guy was simply full of lines, wasn’t he? It nailed the hammer on the head that he was far from inexperienced in this area. She didn’t grace him with a response this time, and instead just looked at him with an “oh really” expression, shaking her head lightly, swirling her index finger around the rim of her empty cup. Due to Jose’s game proposal, Serenity had waited on asking for another round just yet.

She saw him mull over her “facts”, a glimmer of amusement in her eyes and a small smile on his face. When he gave his answer, she laughed aloud, as he’d guessed exactly how she’d expected him to. No one from this world ever believed her stories of her home life; and how could she expect them to? Sadly, it is you who must take the first drink Mr. Herrara. She brought a hand to her mouth to conceal the large grin on her face. Believe it or not, before I was brought here, I was infact running my own company. It was my fathers long before me, but he passed when I was in my early twenties. So I took over the family business, and I was a horrible person to do business with! I swear people thought I was the devil’s Mistress herself! Though I could hardly blame them. To be frank, I wasn’t the nicest of people back then. She shrugged, twirling a strand of hair innocently.

I did what I had to do, to obtain what I wanted. Simple. She smirked and looked away, no really wanting to go into detail about how horrible she used to be. So this turn it is your drink, and alas, it is also your turn for facts my darling.