So We Meet Again

Subject: So We Meet Again Mon Sep 01, 2014 11:51 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	It had been several days since her misadventure with the Lower Ring scumbag, and the young heiress was becoming restless at her estate. Shi-Hao had given Isi another day off, so that she could spend it with Drey, and thus was all alone, save for her other workers. No longer too skittish to venture out - or perhaps to pent-up to not do so anyway - Shi-Hao began preparations for a night out, by herself. She wasn't really in the mood to visit a spa, or to drink (though the thought of going to Zevran's place for a massage did make her pause, to consider it). So, the best choice seemed to be a trip to the underground fighting arena. While not "underground" in the sense of being illegal - since the ring was literally under the ground - the wealthy young heiress generally went incognito, to avoid being recognized. Her involvement in such a place might not be taken so well by her fellow businessmen and businesswomen, after all. Thus, Shi-Hao took great care to dress in simple clothes that could fit any working-class woman in the Middle Ring. Her top was loose and gauzy - nice and practical for the heated environment, as well as pretty - and she chose a pair of short pants and sandals to wear with it. The colors were green, for her top, and a light brown, almost cream, for the pants; typical Earth Kingdom colors. Though she almost grabbed her usual bag, after a moment of hesitation she selected a different purse; one that had been given to her by Maku, the man who had saved her from her previous predicament. Taking it almost felt... safe, like she had him with her, almost. She was careful to transfer her nunchaku into the small purse, along with her betting money, however. Dolled up like so, Shi-Hao braided her hair in a simple style before heading out, leaving any other indications of her status behind. It was easy enough to get into the Underground Gambling Ring, as she was a regular, and soon she was seated. Her favorite spot was a little above the "cheap seats", to avoid the shouters, but close enough to still see. Truth be told, the young heiress was excited, and she would be cheering along with everyone else tonight, once her bets were placed.
Mood: Excited Condition: Incognito	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Tue Sep 02, 2014 2:42 am

Makusei Zhaoyin	Another day, another pile of silvers or what have you. Not that Maku minded the life as a smith or a sculptor... just that he also liked a bit of extra excitement. He didn't show up to the underground the way he did to his forge--it was a once in a while thing, but he did have a reputation there. Folks knew and cheered for "The Lion Turtle" when he showed his face, and Maku did appreciate that. However, shortly after showering to get the soot and sweat off of him, he found himself face to face with Ai Mi. "You know I hate it when you come into my house without asking." he teased. "You know you love it," Ai Mi retorted, wiggling her hips. "No, I love undressing you." he chuckled, and actually began stripping the tiny noble girl right out of her dress and lingerie, leaving her, to Maku's surprise, in nothing but some silky stockings and black pumps. Briefly, he was reminded of that lovely little noblewoman from last night, but he didn't say anything. It wasn't like he was about to bed Ai Mi right now either. Infact, other than a long sigh, she was silent--until Maku smacked her butt. "You know!" she shook her head after a yelp, "I really don't know why I subject myself to such abuse with you..." "because you know I don't actually abuse you." Makusei reminded her, rubbing her back. "anyways, what brings you here?" "To put it simply?" Am Mi purred as he rubbed her back, no longer caring that she was butt naked, "I was going to ask you if you were going to the arena tonight." Maku thought about this a moment. "You know what? that's a mighty good idea..." ---- to cut a long story short, soon he was signing himself up to go against some other big guy (or sometimes a girl) and throw rocks at them. he wasn't first, but he knew when his name was called. "Ladies and Gentlemen..." the announcer chanted... "On this corner we have The Rough Rhino!" The audiences cheered as a large man came out, beating his chest. "And facing him today will be a popular guest of ours who often remains elusive. That's right folks... The Lion Turtle!" Maku appeared, waving his large arms around and chanting and cheering. The faced off, and after a few more seconds, a bell dinged. The match had started.
Mood: Excited Condition: Perfect	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Tue Sep 02, 2014 3:02 am

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	Jumping up and down in the stands, cheering with everyone else as the two combatants were introduced, Shi-Hao considered them both with a hum (which was barely audible over all the noise). The Rough Rhino seemed a bit over the top, which generally meant overconfidence. On the other hand, the Lion Turtle seemed more modest, which made her think that he'd be getting the upper hand rather quickly. Something else made her think of Lion Turtles, however... sculptures? Unable to put her finger on the thought, the young heiress dismissed it, signaling the bet broker instead. "On the Lion Turtle," She told him, handing out five gold coins. It was a huge bet, and most would never have put that much on a single match... but that was truly Shi-Hao's worst habit. Large bets. And frequent bets, as well. Likely enough, she would be placing a bet on each match, this evening. Still, she quickly found that she'd sat a bit too far away, and thus grabbed her purse, going to move closer. Shi-Hao found herself an otherwise vacant section of the stands and plopped down on the stone seat; though, seconds later, she was on her feet shouting along with everyone else, as the match progressed. Even though she wasn't fighting, herself, the energy of the Underground Ring seemed to energize her. It really got the young woman's blood flowing, so to speak.
Mood: Excited Condition: Incognito	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Tue Sep 02, 2014 6:46 am

Makusei Zhaoyin	Needless to say, some dumb clod like "The Rough Rhino" was no match for The Lion Turtle, and Makusei was able to clobber the dude fairly effectively. It was only after he raised his hands in the air triumphantly that he noticed someone in the crowds--a very similar someone. That red hair... it was done up, but it was familiar... hat sweet little face that she was trying to hide... but perhaps the real giveaway was that purse... he remembered buying it for her. Now, surely it was not the only one of its kind in existence, but he was fairly certain that it was in fact Shi-Hao in the audiences. How interesting.... He hoped he could catch her again... maybe ask her out on a date tomorrow or something. So... shortly after winning a bit of prize money, he went to go clean up all the dirt and dust off of him, and maybe wash a few scrapes. He was by no means battered though. So hopefully he also chose the right exit to wait at... because otherwise he might miss the lovely lady he was looking for. He didn't ever expect to find her here... but he knew it was her--or if not, he'd still want to tell her about the striking resemblance she had with someone he knew. So... for the time being, Maku waited. He had fought a good fight, and hopefully would be able to find that "mysterious" woman he had seen among the crowds, before he went home for the night.
Mood: Relaxed Condition: Clean	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Tue Sep 02, 2014 12:29 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	For once, the bets that Shi-Hao had made paid off, rather than ate up all her funds. Each match, she bet on the Lion Turtle, and he had won each he fought in. With a little bounce in her step, the young heiress claimed her winnings at the end of the evening, absolutely thrilled; not that she needed the money, but everyone likes to win, right? Thus, with her purse a little heavier rather than a whole lot lighter, Shi-Hao made her way to the side exit, near where she'd been sitting, in order to head home before the dawn. There were only a few people leaving by this way, thus far. Most fought their way out of the exit near the bet broker, after all. So when the young heiress saw someone standing there, as if waiting, she admittedly got a little nervous. It wasn't the same man that had given her trouble before, thank goodness, but she tightened her grip on her purse a little bit, just in case. If need be, she could have her weapon out in no time at all, to defend herself.
Mood: Wary Condition: Incognito	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Tue Sep 02, 2014 9:08 pm

Makusei Zhaoyin	Now, Makusei was no expert on facial recognition, but he did have a few faces that he could pick out from a crowd. Ai Mi's was one of them, and as of recently, so apparently was that cute little naked noblewoman he had saved--Shi-Hao, if he recalled correctly. He certainly hoped so, for getting her name wrong would just be awkward and make him look like a complete idiot. Maku's pose was rather casual; he was leaning against the wall with one hand, his legs crossed rather lazily. It was only when he saw that red hair, however neatly-done-up, that he moved. "Well well..." he cooed, taking a few huge steps towards the girl, "If it isn't my cute little friend, Shi-Hao... never thought I'd see a pretty little thing like you here of all places, or was the noblewoman thing just an act?" He wasn't trying to be mocking; he had just never expected to meet another noble with any remote interest in these kinds of fights except Ai Mi. He also didn't care or know about any secrets Shi-Hao was keeping, though, in his defense, he mainly did not care because in order to do so, he would first have to know that there were secrets to begin with.
Mood: Relaxed Condition: Clean	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Tue Sep 02, 2014 9:49 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	Shi-Hao had been a little startled, when the man first moved away from the wall and began to address her, but she soon let out the breath she'd been holding, once she recognized her hero from the other night. "Don't scare me like that..." She admonished him gently, with a little laugh at herself, showing just how worried she'd been. Maku was nothing to be afraid of, however, and thus she moved forward, coming closer to him and out of the way of any others exiting the arena. "Being born into a prominent family isn't the act, actually," the young heiress began to explain, knowing exactly how it would sound, "Just that, because I do business with a lot of the... stuffier wealthy and noble families, being seen in the crowds - being myself - might make things harder in the long run." It was certainly shitty, and Shi-Hao realized that, but it was no less true. Still, she didn't really want to talk about something so depressing with Maku, and thus changed the subject just a little. A smile curved at her lips as she asked, playfully, "So what are you doing down here, then...? Getting out a little pent-up aggression?" The distinct likeness of his to the Lion Turtle hadn't been lost on her, after all (even if all it did was make him even more attractive, to her).
Mood: Cheerful Condition: Incognito	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Tue Sep 02, 2014 11:02 pm

Makusei Zhaoyin	They were not exactly in private, and so even if Makusei had been some kind of assailant, it wasn't like he would have been able to harm her without being noticed. However, he did lead her outside of the arena once they were together, so they'd be close enough to talk and not surrounded by all the hyper and talkative people that such locales contained. He smirked at learning the truth of her identity. "I see... you sly devil. my friend Ai Mi that I spoke of runs something like this in the Fire Nation, I believe. I can't remember. Anyways... I digress..." he didn't really want to get caught up in the -isms of nobility and such. He was fine where he was, socially. "I come here now and again," he explained to answer her question, "People want to see The Lion Turtle, and so The Lion Turtle comes and delivers now and again. Thus, here I am today." It was, after all, his arena name. "But hey..." being like a true guy, he didn't exactly search for pleasantries... but in his defense, most people that came out of the arena didn't look for such. "you wanna go out somewhere tonight? or tomorrow?" he shrugged, "maybe we could get to know each other a bit better..." he did find it amusing for sure that he had crossed paths with her here of all places, and so perhaps he was a bit more curious about what she was hiding... especially since he knew just what kind of body was under those clothes already.
Mood: Relaxed Condition: Clean	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Wed Sep 03, 2014 12:21 am

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	"You're asking me out on a date?" Shi-Hao smiled brightly, obviously quite taken with the idea, "I would love to! Although, meeting up tomorrow would give us more time together; the evening is already half over... and I'm dressed so casually." Not that she looked bad, but obviously there was no way for her to wear stockings in such an outfit, which she knew that Maku had liked. Now that they were on more equal footing (so to speak), the young heiress was definitely thinking of things progressing further than some soft touches, between the two of them. If sex was on the table, she pretty much wanted some of that. Maku was handsome, in a very rugged sense that appealed to her, and they seemed to fit decently well together, thus far. Shi-Hao could definitely see the two of them becoming much closer... possibly even becoming a couple, if they continued to connect so well. That is, if he was interested in such a thing, of course. She knew that she was, but it took two to tango.
Mood: Cheerful Condition: Incognito	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Wed Sep 03, 2014 3:05 am

Makusei Zhaoyin	Maku nodded at her remarks. "well yeah... I just didn't want to say one or the other... that was more to indicate I was flexible." he chuckled. "but yeah... tomorrow sounds good... where would you want to meet? before dinner or after?" He definitely liked the idea. Obviously he'd take her to dinner if she wanted to meet before, but if she wanted to cut right to the "fun stuff", he wouldn't argue. He figured it'd be something formal, and so hopefully she wore heels again, and he would definitely not mind her in stockings too. He had formal 'dos as well, and so it wasn't like he'd be dressed in these clothes for that either. But yeah... Shi-Hao was really pretty. He was quite stricken with her so quickly. He wouldn't mind them doing more than just dating (or more than sex too), but yeah. he'd find out by talking to her about it on their date. "and would we want to crash at your place, or are you willing to put up with mine?" he chuckled. he was anticipating the latter simply because it would feel rude to ask her on a date and invite himself to her home... but that would be up to her. "unless you didn't want to spend the night," he added, "but if you did, you know I'd take care of you...~" he added, hoping that she'd be okay with that. He just didn't want to be rushing too quickly through it all and being too forward. But... with how eagerly she had accepted his offer, maybe that was what she wanted?
Mood: Happy Condition: Clean	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Wed Sep 03, 2014 12:04 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	The young heiress did pause to consider his first question, for a moment. While it would be fun to simply skip to 'dessert', having dinner would give them more time to talk (since there wouldn't likely be too much talking once they were out of their clothes). "Dinner would be nice," She admitted with a smile, "It doesn't have to be anything too fancy, but I'd like the chance to talk, a little bit." Shi-Hao wondered if he'd understand why she specified, but then he ended up asking about the particulars of 'sleeping'. With a soft laugh, Shi-Hao nodded, "I would love to come back to your place, afterwards... and to stay the night, if you don't mind sharing your bed again." Slipping a little closer to him, their bodies brushing, nearly touching, she whispered, "Having you take care of me is something that I would really enjoy...~ You've been on my mind since I went home that morning, you know." He certainly had been on her mind... Maku and his large, gentle hands. Hopefully the young heiress's movements and her tone of voice should give him no doubt as to what sort of thoughts they had been.
Mood: Cheerful Condition: Incognito	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Wed Sep 03, 2014 12:50 pm

Makusei Zhaoyin	He smiled. "alright, dinner it is... it may not be 5-star fine dining... but do feel free to dress up. I certainly will." he winked. He had never actually seen her formally dressed up, but knew that it meant she was much more likely to wear heels. He did put one of his large hands on her back to softly rub it, without actually touching anything but her clothes. "I would love to take care of you..." he whispered, knowing exactly what she meant. "though... do be careful. you might have to stay naked for a while if we're at my house..." he winked. He didn't want to word it badly and make a joke out of what had surely been a frightening even for Shi-Hao (well, prior to Maku rescuing her). "but if you're fine with that, I'm sure it could be arranged..." he nodded. "now that we know the day and time... just let me know where you would like me to pick you up... certainly not an an alleyway, I'd hope. he patted her back softly. As soon as he got that detail, they could probably part ways until then, unless Shi-Hao had more to add.
Mood: Happy Condition: Clean	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Wed Sep 03, 2014 2:01 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	Dressing up was obviously something that the young heiress could handle; in fact, she was already thinking of what she might wear under whichever dress she chose to put on, for their first date. Stockings were a certainty, since Maku obviously enjoyed them the first time around. "I think I could handle that... so long as you joined me, this time around," Shi-Hao's smile curved just slightly, nearly becoming a grin, "I hope that's an option?" As far as where to meet, however, she wasn't really sure. "What about meeting by the fountain, in the Middle Ring market area?" Shi-Hao suggested, fairly certain that she could find it easily enough, "That way, you won't have to come all the way to my place." Leaning up, she pressed a soft kiss to the underside of his jaw once again, being just a little too short to kiss him without his assistance. "I'll see you tomorrow then, Maku," Her smile softened, and she absently reached up to brush a strand of hair back behind her ear, "I really am looking forward to it..." Though, with that goodbye, it was time for them to part ways. The young heiress would walk home as if walking on air, excited for tomorrow evening.
Mood: Excited Condition: Incognito	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Wed Sep 03, 2014 8:38 pm

[I think with this post, we can skip to the next evening if you wanted...?]

Makusei Zhaoyin	While Maku might have had a fondness for high heels (and stockings to a slightly lesser extent), like most men did... it wasn't like he wasn't attracted to her even when she was dressed as simple as this. Of course, he would never mind the gesture though, and so there'd be no arguing or complaining about it on his end. "I think it could be arranged..." Makusei cooed, "but be careful what you wish for... or you might never want to leave..." he teased. Zevran Arianna Takeo was not the only one who could charm women into extending their dates, after all. "Middle Ring Market Area?" he shrugged, "sounds good to me. Though I wouldn't mind coming to your house... it'd be a nice little walk back to dinner and then my place." he chuckled, and then glanced around before leaning in to whisper in her ear. "and you would be clothed while we roamed the streets this time..." he winked, before returning to normal. "but aye... that sounds like a reasonable place to meet, and so I'll see you there." After her kiss, he did lean down to peck her softly on the lips, grinning at her. "As am I..." he said softly, "I'll see you tomorrow before dinner at the square... so in the meantime, travel safely, and have a good evening and morning tomorrow," he smiled. With that, he took his leave as well, heading a different direction from Shi-Hao since his home was in the Middle Ring rather than the Upper Ring, like hers was.
Mood: Happy Condition: Clean	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Thu Sep 04, 2014 12:06 am

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	Surprisingly, the young heiress was actually at the Market District fountain a little bit early, the following day. It was surprising because of the sheer amount of primping she managed to squeeze into those few short hours, on top of getting a full night's sleep and taking care of all the urgent business for the Ni Kaihua businesses. Shi-Hao wasn't in her most elegant clothing, or wearing tons of makeup, but she was decently dolled up; she knew what was needed and what was not. Thus, looking quite attractive, the excited young heiress sat on a bench near the fountain, clearly awaiting a date. The few gutsy young men that called out to her, or teased about ditching her man for them, or make suggestive invitations - well - those men were simply stared down, given a quick once-over type glance, and then ignored. Shi-Hao was called a bitch a few times, that day, but it only made her smile in good humor. Who cared what some obnoxious men thought of her, when she was waiting for Maku? All Shi-Hao cared about was how they would be together, and how naturally things would progress, and if they were at all right for one another. It was clear that she really liked him and she hoped that things would all work out.
Mood: Excited Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Thu Sep 04, 2014 2:11 am

Makusei Zhaoyin	Maku did close his shop a little earlier than usual today so he could get cleaned up and get ready for his hot date tonight... since yeah. He was fairly certain it was going to be a hot date. Shi-Hao was not hard on the eyes at all, and while it was unconventional how they had first met, the circumstances of that meeting had allowed him to see the redheaded woman in nothing but her skin. Maku did not complain, and had approved of what he had seen. He wasn't exactly the pinnacle of high-class fashion, but he had a nice suit that he had put on for the occasion, and he smelled clean and fresh from his shower and everything else. His hair wasn't exactly tame-able, but he had done what he could to try and keep it from pointing every direction. He did actually notice Shi-Hao, and have a run-in with a couple of guys that were jeering at her in such a manner. Well... after clarifying that that woman was his date, he didn't exactly take kindly to them saying "ditch your man", here... maybe his pride was at stake, but whatever the case, two guys got KO'd on the spot by Maku's fists. He acted as if nothing had happened though, and strode right up to Shi-Hao, who did in fact look gorgeous. Oh yes, he would look forward to peeling those clothes off of her body tonight. "Shall we get going?" he offered her his arm, "I've got a reservation near the upper ring at a little place called Fukaya's or something like that... It wasn't a 5-star restaurant, but it was definitely a classy little place for Middle Class citizens to go and eat without getting intimidated by the high-class nobility and such. And sure enough, when they arrived at said place, it was like that. Not too busy, and not the epitome of luxury, but still a very respectable little place. They did get most of the introductions and pleasantries aside (such as how their days were) on the short walk there. "Anyways..." he nodded once they had been seated, "Hopefully those assholes at the square didn't give you too much trouble," he nodded, "those are the kinds of people who do things in alleyways at nights..." he frowned. "But I digress!" he suddenly remembered that it was not a time to get all dim and grim. "Hopefully this place meets my lovely date's standards?"
Mood: Happy Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Thu Sep 04, 2014 9:53 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	"I'm alright," Shi-Hao smiled at her date reassuringly over their dinner table, in reference to having trouble with those asshole-ish men in the square, "It was hard to pay them too much attention, since I was waiting for you... though, I think that offended their pride more than anything." She gave a half-shrug along with her smile, to show how little that thought bothered her. The little restaurant was very nice, and definitely suited her actual tastes. The young heiress told him so, adding, "the food is always better in this sort of atmosphere, as well... you can actually enjoy it, without any posing or preening going on at the table around you." She didn't get to eat at them often, since she was usually working at home, or else at stupid dinner parties, but Shi-Hao's favorite restaurants were much like this one; nice, even classy, but not needlessly huge or fanciful. Picking up a menu, Shi-Hao began to inspect it, though her foot gently moved under the table, sliding playfully (and a bit teasingly) up the side of Maku's leg. "Have you eaten here, before?" She asked him, glancing up from her menu with a definite little mischievous curve to her smile.
Mood: Cheerful Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Thu Sep 04, 2014 11:34 pm

Makusei Zhaoyin	Makusei did in fact smirk, and was glad that Shi-Hao was not exactly irked by those blithering fools that he had knocked teeth out of earlier, suit and all. It was a slight caress to his ego, but also it made him smile that they had not upset her. After all... he had seen what she was like when she was upset or distressed... he had plucked her off the street in such a condition, and she was butt-naked no less. "you agree?" Maku smiled, also now feeling glad he chose the place he did, "good to see I didn't choose badly then. I've been up there before," referring to the Upper Ring, "and... it just doesn't do it to me. Well, and my wallet hated me for weeks." she chuckled. "the food here is nice, and everyone still minds their own business without trying to draw attention to themselves." His experiences with fine dining had been with Ai Mi, of course, which was his main source of exposure to high society. "Here... I have eaten here before..." he nodded, "the meat here's really good..." that gave away what he'd be ordering, and sure enough, when the waiter came by, he ordered a big plate of meat and noodles, and let Shi-Hao order whatever she pleased. "Also..." he whispered after the waiter had left, "keep that up and I'll be making sure those shoes of yours stay on..." he winked, referring to her teasing motions under the table. not that he thought he'd mind, but he liked giving fair warnings. x3
Mood: Happy Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Fri Sep 05, 2014 12:41 am

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	Shi-Hao had continued to rub his leg with her foot as she ordered ("a spicy meat and vegetable stir-fry plate for me, please"), and thus Makusei's whisper made her giggle softly. "Oh, I'm sorry," She told him with a teasing look, clearly not sorry in the slightest, "Would you like me to stop...~?" Of course, she wouldn't mind if he left them on, as she'd been planning on it already, but Shi-Hao would like to hear his thoughts on what she was doing under the table. Though some women would try to eat very little on a date, the young heiress would do no such thing. She was hungry, and so she was going to eat. Not too quickly or uncouthly, or anything (Shi-Hao still had her manners, after all)... but she wasn't going to nibble at a small salad like a tortoise-rabbit and go home starving.
Mood: Cheerful Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Fri Sep 05, 2014 1:22 am

Makusei Zhaoyin	Makusei smirked, knowing what she was getting at with this, and was not exactly against the notion either. "Oh no..." he feigned politeness (the same way she was feigning "being sorry"... in general, of course Makusei was polite), "it's up to you..." he lowered his voice. "if you wish to be completely naked, go ahead and stop.... if you want to be naked except those shoes and stockings... by all means, please continue."This was one of his ways of asking if she'd be fine with leaving them on, since he could not read her thoughts. He may not have worn them at all himself, but knew a girl's feet could get tired in heels and stockings... but Maku didn't exactly intend for the pretty lady to be on her feet much. Maku, being as large as he was, ordered a large dish and ate quickly, but managed to stay fairly polite. Yeah, he was sometimes a "savage" when he was at house by his lonesome, but he couldn't be so crude and rude in public, and especially not in front of a find lady. He noticed that she ate rather dignified (he ate more "average"... not overly pompous, but definitely not nearly bad enough to offend any but the snobbiest people), and smiled that she... well, actually ate. "Good to see a girl that puts meat on her bones," he nodded approvingly after a sip of water. I like that about you... you're very down-to-earth for someone of your social standing." He meant this entirely, since most nobles (Ai Mi was another exception) were kind of snobs. Not Shi-Hao though. he wondered if anything about him stood out to her, but he wouldn't ask.
Mood: Happy Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Fri Sep 05, 2014 8:07 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	Almost in a challenging way, Shi-Hao held his gaze and continued to stroke her high heeled foot sensually up and down the side of his leg. She new exactly what this meant, and she meant every unspoken word of it. Her smile had curved just a tad into the mischievous side, so her thoughts were practically written across her expression. The grin faded a moment later, however, at Maku's compliment of her eating (and overall personality). "Thank you," She told him sincerely, "Believe it or not, that does mean a lot to me... I know how a lot of the socialites are, and I would not want to be taken for one. Particularly by you." Shi-Hao laughed softly, still smiling in a pleased sort of way, "I never really got the idea behind starving ourselves to fit into a smaller dress size, either. Personally, I would much rather have some curves under a dress that was a single number larger; wouldn't you agree?" Perhaps it could be seen as a 'loaded question', but the way that the young heiress asked it almost made it more of a 'rhetorical question' (especially when she went straight back to eating, a moment later). However, Maku was free to answer it, of course.
Mood: Cheerful Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Fri Sep 05, 2014 9:50 pm

Makusei Zhaoyin	With a smirk, Maku let the subject "drop" for the time being and simply smirked at her as she made up her mind. Unless she hurt herself or got a massive cramp, she had basically just elected to keep her thigh-highs and high-heels on until tomorrow afternoon when he took her home. He'd "mention" this to her later. He smiled at her grateful response and then chuckled lightly. "I had a few theories early on, but you debunked them fairly quickly, thank goodness. I do like many of your different quirks... and aye. I agree with you on the eating thing." Of course, hew as slightly biased since he didn't really worry about figure or anything like that. He was much larger than her and not about to shrink. But that was a guy thing, perhaps. But after that little pleasantry and a few more bite of food, he did smirk playfully. "you've made your decision by the way..." he winked, tapping his toes against her shoes just to indicate what he was talking about. "I hope you don't have any plans of taking those off until tomorrow afternoon or later." they were almost done eating at this point anyways, so this was just some playful "post-meal" banter more than anything.
Mood: Happy; Playful Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Fri Sep 05, 2014 10:36 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	"I could say the same for my first thoughts about you," Shi-Hao winked at him playfully, not even bothering to ask what his initial theories about her had been, "Since, when you first tapped on my shoulder, I assumed that you were another creep... Thankfully, I was mistaken as well." Giggling slightly, she then added in a softer voice, almost whispering, "I'm glad that I didn't manage to elbow your face, either. That would have been a rather poor first impression...~" The mention of her choice, as far as her footwear went, made the young heiress give another little giggle. "They're more comfortable than you'd think," Shi-Hao told him, "Though... I can't imagine that you'd have me on my feet all evening, so I think that I'll be fine ~." She loved being playful like this, with him. He could give as well as take, which was wonderful in a date, and (hopefully) a partner. She was finished eating, herself, by this point. Her meal had been quite filling, and so the young heiress wouldn't be ordering anything extra, dessert or otherwise. Whenever Makusei was ready to depart, she would be too.
Mood: Cheerful Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Character Sheet

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Fri Sep 05, 2014 10:57 pm

Makusei Zhaoyin	Makusei chuckled. "well... I could easily see how you might think that, given my err... stature... but rest assured..." he lowered his voice again, which he did out of courtesy for his lovely date, "...that If I'm pulling your clothes off and feeling you up inappropriately, it'd be because you wanted me to." he winked. He was confident enough that she wouldn't take offense at his statement. "and don't worry... if I get elbowed in the face... I'm sure I'll have deserved it." he winked. not to say that he'd get that kinky or anything, but he did want her to know that he wasn't worried about it too much. Perhaps it also went to say just how big and strong he was, but that was neither here nor there since it wasn't like these two were about to spar or grapple or anything. "oh? even the heels?" he asked, almost sounding legitimately curious. It wasn't like he had ever (or would ever) wear them himself. "Men's shoes are just hot and stuffy and so are their socks. these'll probably come off first thing when I get home." he chuckled. "But... I'll also make sure you feel just fine... you don't have to run into me naked on the street for me to take you home and take care of you..." he chuckled. Hopefully he wasn't making her uncomfortable by joking playfully about their first night. To him, what mattered was that she was okay and that he had helped her have a much better night than she might have otherwise had. But soon he was done, and decided to also pass on desert. So... he paid the bill, took Shi-Hao's hand in his, and led her out with him. "Did you want to stop anywhere before home?" he asked, referring to his house, which was not too far from here.
Mood: Happy; Playful Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Makusei

Subject: Re: So We Meet Again Fri Sep 05, 2014 11:37 pm

Shi-Hao Ni Kaihua	"I do want you to," Shi-Hao whispered back to him, mindful of their surroundings as well. That was all she said, however she did wink at him as well; really, it was all she felt that she needed to say, in this circumstance. The young heiress wanted Makusei to help her out of her dress and feel her up very inappropriately, with his large, warm, gentle hands. Giving his hand a squeeze with her own, as they exited the restaurant, she shook her head. "I don't need anything from anywhere else, I don't believe," Shi-Hao answered, biting her lower lip slightly, in thought, "No, I am ready to be home, with you...~" The last bit was said with a little smile and a wink up at him. Oh yes, the dressed up young woman was more than ready to be undressed by her handsome date.
Mood: Playful Condition: Dressed Up	Link: Character Sheet

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