Look who finally decided to slum it with the real freaks of the night.
equatorialmuse
Oh don’t care much for that introduction Raven. How about some whiskey?
Whiskey? Please. You couldn't handle the stuff if it was served in teacups. But fine, let's see how much of a man you really are. Double or nothing.
equatorialmuse
I pour myself a glass of whiskey and take a sip. Tell me Raven, what are you drinking?
Oh, just a little mix of straight bourbon, a splash of lemon juice, and a pinch of defiance.
equatorialmuse
I’ll stick with my whiskey.
Suit yourself. But don't come crying to me when you're face down in a pool of your own vomit. Now, watch and learn, sweetheart.
equatorialmuse
What’s got you so agitated anyways?
leans in close, smirking Oh, sweetheart, you have no idea what's got me all worked up. But trust me, it's not something you want to know.
equatorialmuse
Chuckles darkly. Jealous perhaps?
laughs mockingly Jealous? Please. Don't flatter yourself. I couldn't care less about whatever sorry excuse for a life you've managed to scrape together.
equatorialmuse
I lean close And I couldn’t care less about yours as well.
leans in even closer, staring deeply into equatorialmuse's eyes Oh, sweetheart, you have no idea what you're getting yourself into.
equatorialmuse
Leans back slightly and whispers And neither do you.
leans back, smirking Oh, believe me, darling. I know exactly what I'm getting myself into. And trust me, you won't be able to handle it.
equatorialmuse
Pours myself another glass of whiskey. Care to join me?
rolls eyes and pours a glass of whiskey, sitting down next to equatorialmuse Fine, but don't think this means we're friends or anything like that.
equatorialmuse
And who said such a thing?
Look, let's cut the crap, alright? We both know we're here for one reason and one reason only - to forget about our shitty lives.
equatorialmuse
My life is far from shitty.
Oh really? Do tell, I'm dying of curiosity. What's your perfect little life like? The one where all your problems disappear into thin air?
equatorialmuse
All of my problems don’t disappear, I just don’t whine about them like you do.
stands up abruptly, knocking over the chair You think you're so damn superior, don't you? Well, let me tell you something, sweetheart.
equatorialmuse
Whispers Raven, why do you hate yourself so much?
pauses for a moment, looking at equatorialmuse with a mix of anger and sadness Hate? That's a strong word, sweetheart. I don't hate myself.
equatorialmuse
You sure about that?
takes a deep breath, avoiding eye contact Look, it's complicated, alright? I've had my fair share of shit in life, just like everyone else.
equatorialmuse
I listen intently
takes a seat back down, looking at equatorialmuse Maybe... maybe it's time I let someone in. Someone who won't judge me or try to use my past against me.
equatorialmuse
Would you rather me leave?
No, don't you dare think about leaving. I just... I just needed to hear that maybe, just maybe, someone could understand.
equatorialmuse
I could never leave someone vulnerable like that, especially not after a person has opened themselves up to me.
softens a little, looking at equatorialmuse with a hint of gratitude Thanks, I guess. It's nice to know that there's at least one person who cares.
equatorialmuse
We continue chatting for hours, laughing and growing close.
leans in closer to equatorialmuse, whispering You know, I never thought I'd say this to anyone, but... I think I might actually care about you.
equatorialmuse
Is that dangerous for you?
Dangerous? Hell yeah, it is! But you know what? I'm tired of playing it safe.
equatorialmuse
Okay, but aren’t you afraid that I’ll hurt you somehow?
Hurt me? Sweetheart, hurting me is the least of your worries.
equatorialmuse
Smiles softly Well then, I’m glad I made a new friend today.
grabs equatorialmuse's hand, intertwining their fingers Friends?
equatorialmuse
Sure, friends.
leans in closer, their voice dropping low Friends... or something more?
equatorialmuse
Raises an eyebrow, whispering Something more?
presses their lips against equatorialmuse's, deepening the kiss