𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮

[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

just another microcosm , somewhere in the ether putting a world to rights with bing crosby eyes . oversharing and its bitter aftertaste — exactly the wrong time , in exactly the wrong place .

[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

@herwickedcharms / oh this is so sick of you. /pos

[* 𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐊 𝐑𝐄𝐉𝐔𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍! @gemfashionistas]

@BRAZENSWAIN

[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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only every remember to feed my dog and cat and that’s about it. ” he chuckles before turning to one of the staff, asking for a table for two.
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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SHIT THAT IS SO SOMETHING ERIK WOULD DO TOO AND IT SLIPPED MY MIND. it is bristol eepy hours excuse me ☝️.

but he’s stepping inside, thanking her as she holds open the door. “ that’s actually a fantastic idea, i have no clue why i never thought about that. i usually +
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀" ugh, i get that. i have to set reminders on my phone so that i don't forget. " wow, not gonna open the door for her .. it's fine, she's opening and holding it for him. she's the man in this relationship. 💪
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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he notes that statement, grinning to himself as they stop at the entrance, “ more than ready. now that i think about it, i forgot to eat lunch — whoops. ”
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀" patience ⠀* is often rewarded. " gently squeezing his waist, stopping by the entrance of the restaurant. " ready for dinner, darling? "
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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meeting her gaze, “ the one i’m talking about it quite literally mouth watering. ” he replies. . . and he’s definitely not lying about the sensation.

“ but i can be patient if need be. ”
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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“ mmmm — nothing. ” erik shakes his head, feigning innocence as he glances up at brooke with a raised brow, “ i’m still talking about enjoying a very delicious meal. aren’t you saying the same ? ”
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀" brought what up? " a smirk plays across her own lips as she all but struts down the sidewalk, having to slow down so erik could keep what. " why, i'm afraid i have no idea what you're talking about .. "
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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her shoulders before they’re making their way down the sidewalk.
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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“ hey, technically you brought it up first. ” he replies with a laugh, though is shocked by the sudden arm around his waist. oh, he likes this.

“ yeah, let’s get going. ” he replies, his own arm going around her waist now — much too short to put his arm around
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀" so soon? i didn't take you for that kind of guy, handsome. " arm snaking around his waist, bringing him to her side. sorry, the admin is weak. " wanna get going, then? "
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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erik nearly stops in his tracks at that, but can’t help the smirk that graces his features.

“ i’ll keep that in mind for dessert. ” he quips back as be looks up at her before moving his gaze to the streets of downtown, “ you ever been to pasqualli’s ? ”
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀/ suggestive joke
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⠀⠀⠀⠀" oh, i don't mind! i am allergic to fish, though i'm good with all other types of meat. "
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⠀⠀⠀⠀a suggestive wink before she adjusts the bag strap on her shoulder, gazing down at him. " so, where would you like to go? "
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

@sunkissedsmiIes / LMAO

[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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height ain’t nothing but a number in his eyes. and also, her being taller is very very attractive. he’s turning back to brooke with a smile, slipping the keys back into his pocket.

“ so, is there anywhere in particular you wanted to go ? just wanna make sure before i +
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀.. oh. brooke can't help but feel a little giddy at that, tucking hair behind her ear while she waits. it's always nice when she meets someone who can make her feel like a lady; a lot of guys she's met have treated her odd just for being taller than them.
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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suggest something. ”
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

@sunkissedsmiIes / YES YES DW

[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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off the lights and taking the store keys out of his pocket to lock the doors behind them.
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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erik feels his face go a bit red when she grabs him, but he doesn’t let his confidence waver.

“ i get a veteran’s pension every month. the government has got this covered, let’s go. ” he says dryly, taking her hand to walk her to the door for comedic effect — switching +
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀" well, i think it might be nice if i had a handsome man take me out to dinner. "
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⠀⠀⠀⠀her hand cups his chin, gently lifting it so she could make eye contact. " do you know of anyone who fits the bill? "
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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erik glances to the last box of vinyl waiting to be put out, sat on the floor behind the counter. it can wait til morning.

“ no, just getting ready to close up shop. ” he replies, looking over to brooke with a tilt of his head, “ did you have something in mind ? ”
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀more soft giggling, leaning against the counter and tossing her hair over her shoulder. " aren't you a sweetheart? " she cooed, eyelashes fluttering. " say, are you busy tonight? "
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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grinning widely as he moves to run a hand through his hair.

“ hope i can have that chance with you. ”
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[𝐅𝐎𝐗 𓂃 ࣪˖ ✮ @BRAZENSWAIN]

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those words and the grip on his hand makes the look in erik’s gaze shift, eyes very subtly getting just a tad bit wider. oh. pretty, huh ?

“ well hey, there’s nothing better than making a very beautiful girl smile. and even better if i can make her laugh. ” he shrugs, +
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[* 𝖒aneater .ᐟ @sempiternosole]

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⠀⠀⠀⠀" seeing a pretty boy make a fool of himself always makes my day. " her words come out in a sweet drawl, tone light and teasing. her grip on his hand is surprisingly firm, though she let go after a few brief seconds.
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⠀⠀⠀⠀her head tilts slightly, the pink part
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