[IC] Where hearts lie

[MarshiestMallow]

Callie gave a laugh, succumbing to the kisses, she did try to resist, yet it only lasted a second. She couldn't resist, it just didn't seem possible. She did however shiver slightly, at the way he looked at her, "Oh, I think the herbs can wait" She swallowed, "Oh, anything right now sounds great" Callie's voice was a little breathless, and she wrapped her arms around him, catching his lips with hers, herbs forgotten.

It seemed like they were going tohave a good start to the morning. The previous days troubles just seemed to fade away, and she deliberately moved against him, trying to press herself closer against him, and hold him tightly, just in case he had ideas of pulling away. @Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

Callie's movements against him immediately heated up Caius. She didn't even need to hold him so tightly. He had no plans of pulling away, at least not for hours. He continued kissing her while his hands began peeling away the clothes that separated their bodies from each other. When they were skin to skin, his hand began moving on her body, relishing the feel of her soft skin and enjoying how his touch made her wild.

It wasn't long before they were joined together. Caius took her over and over, each moan from her prompting him to move faster and harder. It was several hours later that they collapsed against each other, spent, soaked in sweat and panting.

[MarshiestMallow]

Callie caught her breath, which seemed to take several minutes to do. She wondered how she could feel both exhausted, and full of energy, while never wanting to move from where she was. She gave a soft laugh, "At this rate, we might kill ourselves" She said, contemplating getting up, and having a shower. Instead, she reached for her charm bracelet which she'd hurriedly taken off, not wanting it to get in the way, or any of the charms to break, running her fingers over the charms, none had gone off. She was sure that the end of the world could have happened and neither of them would have had a clue.

"That certainly brought us well into a late morning" Yet she couldn't be disappointed. It was just simply...amazing. Yet now, hungry, thirsty, she wondered if she could get up, and make her way without falling on legs that felt wobbly.

Maybe it would be better to just stay where she was. Satisfied, well-sated, Callie snuggled against him. It certainly was a marvously way to start the day. "Caius...I..." She didn't know where she was going with that, and she trailed off @Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

Caius looked at Callie a little sheepishly, his cheeks flushed red as his lips. "Yeah, I'm sorry. I think I may have gotten a little carried away there. I don't think I'll ever get enough of you." He kissed her shoulder and then openly admired her nakedness against him. When her voice trailed off, he nodded. "Right. Supplies and herbs. I assume you're hungry too? I made you miss breakfast and I think it's almost lunch time by now."

He made a move to stand up. But he hesitated and laid back down. "I think maybe you should go ahead and take a shower first," he suggested. "If I went in there with you, we'll probably end up doing what we just did and I don't think we'll ever get out of the door." He chuckled.

[MarshiestMallow]

That hadn't been what she was going to say, but Callie had lost her nerve, so she just nodded, hoping her skin didn't flush. "Don't apologise, its too good to be sorry for" She said, with a smile, a little pleased as he seemed pleased with her body. It was hard not to be a little shy, though, when he looked at her like that. "Food sounds perfect" Right then, she decided she didn't care what it was.

She gathered her engery, with the loose feel of well-used muscles, she stretched, almost like a cat. She always thought she'd get a cat one day-most witches had them as familiars, but now she didn't know. Maybe an owl? That were more difficult to work with, but still. She gave a small laugh, and nodded "Alright then" But even knowing the risk, she gave him a quick kiss, before hurrying off to the bathroom.

She didn't waste much time, soon coming out dressed, and her hair dried with a quick charm, pulled back in a pony tail. "Okay" @Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

Caius paced the floor as Callie was taking a bath. Meeting her and imprinting wasn't part of his plans... not that he minded, really. Now that he had her, he felt at peace and complete. And no matter what happened, he will fight to keep her safe and stay by her side. His pre-made plans, however, would drastically change. Instead of hopping from one place to the other as part of his role as scout for the pack, he would probably end up taking root in the place where she decides to stay. That would probably be an inconvenience for Darric. But imprinting was what it was. He was sure the alpha wolf would understand. Besides, Aldric was as good a scout as he was.

As soon as Callie got out of the bathroom, her newly bathed scent filled his sense and it took a degree of effort not to pull her over to the bed again. Raging hormones. He was sure she'd eventually end up pushing him away if he kept on insisting that they made love every second. He was, after all, still a stranger. Like her, her hurried to the bathroom and immediately placed himself underneath a cold shower.

Minutes later, he was back outside, his hair still wet but he was completely clothed. "So... Food and supplies? Or do you wanna get your supplies first?" he asked.

[MarshiestMallow]

Callie slipped on her charm bracelet, and was already poking around the kitchen when Caius came back out, slowly letting herself feel at home. She played around with her charms, knowing the detection charm would be good for a little bit longer, but that she should replace it as soon as possible, a couple of the charms could easily be pulled off, and invokved with a word, flung towards opponents. Harmless spells, to put to sleep and such. And some were merely to protect her. Sighing to herself, she glanced towards the bathroom as Caius came out, and smiled.

"Food first. The herbs can wait a little longer" She said decisively, "I've got some defensive charms that will do for however long it takes to get the herbs"

She had a small desire to run her fingers through his wet hair, and she stopped, studying him a moment. At least fate has decided to throw me something good for once she thought, and smiled again@Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

Caius grinned and pointed to himself. "You have a guard dog here that would do anything to protect you," he winked at her and then shrugged. "But I suppose I understand the need for self defense." He walked over to where Callie was standing and brushed a quick kiss on her cheek. "So, food first... what do you wanna eat?" He grabbed his wallet from the night stand and tucked it into the back pocket of his jeans.

He ticked off what he needed to do for the day, including Callie's tasks. Food, supplies, grocery, a few more clothes, a meeting with Darric and then coming home to Callie. That last part made him smile as he realized that he was looking forward to it.

[MarshiestMallow]

@Kyrisse
Callie smiled, "Like sleepy time charms and things. they work on vampires, they get hit with one, down they go. Works on just about everything" She said, "And allows a quick get away. Do it right, and no one knows you were even there" She said, the charm bracelet clanging as she shook it, "Most of the charms here can be used for that sort of thing, and anyone can use them" She thought a moment, then gave a shrug, "I'm happy with anything, honestly. Ravishing leaves you not caring what it is, as long as its food" She said with a laugh.

The fact she had the defensive charms had always been to protect herself, but now she found herself wanting to use them to prevent Caius from getting hurt. So she'd keep them close, so that if anything happened, they'd both be safe. "But do you have anything to do today, I don't want to interrupt your plans..."

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

Caius looked at the charm bracelet Callie had. He once had a witch friend who told him things in detail. It all sounded extremely complicated and technical and she had been so animated and proud to explain everything to him that in the end, he just nodded and pretended that it all made sense. He had to admit, thought, that the things they made were useful. And they hurt too. He remembered being a target of a stinging charm more than once by an irate witch who thought he was the one stealing from her. Funny that he was actually the one trying to keep the thief away.

"Well, as long as they're not aimed at me, then we're good," he chuckled as he ushered her out of the door and then grinned at her comment. "Well, I've definitely worked up a large appetite. I know this really nice steak place just a few blocks away from here. Does that sound good?" he asked, bringing up other suggestions in his mind just in case she said no.

"Don't worry about me. I'll stay with you until I need to go about my business."

[MarshiestMallow]

Callie was oddly pleased as he looked at the charm braelet. She was proud of her work, at times it had taken a long time to prepare, and the charms could work for anyone, although she tended to keep her charms to herself. Not because she was worried they'd be used on her, but because they were all unique, and she'd made them, designed them, herself. She smiled, and shook her head, "No, I'd never use them against you"

Steak? For breakfast? It seemed a little odd, until she remembered they'd spent the morning hours...well, happily. And she was hungry. "Steak sounds positively wonderful" although the thought of going out, reminded her she had very little money. She bit her lip, thoughtful. She needed an income...

"Ah, lead the way"@Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

Caius nodded and lead Callie a few blocks away from his rented apartment to a nice and expensive looking restaurant. A closed sign hung on the door but it didn't seem to bother Caius as he pushed it open and steppend in. The restaurant had a classy ambiance with its dark wood and red velvet furniture. A middle aged man met them shortly after they stepped it. It didn't seem like he minded that the two entered an obviously still closed establishment. "Caius, my boy. I was wondering when you'd find the time to pass by." he greeted and then flashed a toothy smile at Callie. "And with a girl this time, I see." He nodded approvingly. "Pretty..." he leaned forward and studied Callie closer. "And from the looks of it, totally smitten by you," he chuckled good naturedly.

"It's been a while, Uncle Silas. It looks like this place is still as posh as the last time I was here," Caius greeted back. He looked at Callie, grinned and then looked back at the man. "You think so? Well, then that's a relief cause I've---"

"Imprinted on her. Yes, I see, I see." Silas' eyes twinkled knowingly.

Caius nodded, the grin still on his lips. "This is Callie, by the way," he said.

Silas straightened up and smiled at Callie again. "It is a great pleasure to meet the woman that has captured the eyes of this strapping young wolf. My name is Silas Reinford." He shook his head and immediately provided the answer to an unspoken question he was sure was in the mind of his female guest. "Your charms will not go off, my little guest. I am, after all, a human and not part of the supernatural world you two belong in." He gestured into the still empty restaurant. "Come in, come in. Shall I serve you your usual meal, my boy?" When Caius nodded, he turned to Callie. "And what do you want, little missy? You can ask for anything...anything at all. I can whip it up in an instant."

[MarshiestMallow]

Callie followed Caius, hesitating a moment before following him into the clsoed store, she glanced about them, taking in the resturant, and the man that was there to great them. From the way he greated Caius, it was clear that there was something here, a familiarity, and for a moment she felt like it was almost like being taken home to see the parents. Shifting slightly, Callie held an arm by her side, sliding her other arm across her body to hold it, but that was the only display of nerves that she showed, as she stared back at the man when he leaned close to her. His words caused her to flush, but she didn't look away. Knowing her charms didn't go off, she already knew that the man was human, which just made her more curious.

Smitten...She drew in a slow breath. Yes, she knew she was. A slight crease of her brows, as she thought for a breif second, that slight feeling of falling seeming to come in stark focus at the conversation. As the man confirmed he wasn't human, she did shake her had. "No offense, Sir, but you can't know of the Supernatural and not be apart of it. You belong in it, just as much as either of us". Callie knew of humans who had infiltrated the supernatural world-sometimes it was just as companions, people that could help, othertimes it was a more...straight route. Being bitten, by a vamp or werewolf.

She shifted, and gave a slight smile, "the mere fact that you know these are charms-" She said, shaking her wrist slightly, reassured by the jingle and the weight, "Shows that you are apart of this world" Although she was a little worried that Silas could tell Caius had imprinted on her-not because she was afraid of people knowing, but afraid what people might do, to use her against Caius. She wasn't niave, she was sure his pack had some enemies. And...she was worried what people might do to Caius, to get to her. Her mind went to the coven, and she barely managed not to grimace.

"But it's a pleasure to meet you, Sir. You have a lovely place here" She had no idea what to have, and she gave a slight smile, saying "Oh, why don't you suprise me? I don't have any allegies, and I'm not picky"@Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

"No offense, Sir, but you can't know of the Supernatural and not be apart of it. You belong in it, just as much as either of us".

At Callie's words, Silas merely smiled and shrugged, neither denying or admitting anything. He looked wistfully around the elegant establishment. "Yes, it is lovely, isn't it? I pride myself for setting it up although not all people appreciate it the way you do," he sighed and then nodded. "If you two will excuse me, I'll need to go to the kitchen to prepare your meals. I'll have them ready in a few minutes. Meanwhile, feel free to cozy up to each other. You've got the whole place to yourselves." he winked at Callie before walking away.

Caius shook his head in an amused manner. "Yeah, he's not really human although he likes pretending to be one. I have no idea what he is, really. I've never really come across anybody like him my entire life so I can only hazard a guess," he confirmed her suspicions.

[MarshiestMallow]

Callie blinked, frowning and glancing at her bracelet. The charm should have gone off, it was a fairly extensive charm-it should go off for any mannor of supernatural creatures, of course there were a few that Callie didn't think even existed. Thinking on that a moment, callie looked around again, as if trying to get a sense for just what he was from the surroundings. No such luck.

"Well, there are a lot of supernaturals out there my charms cover, so...whatever isn't on there, really shortens the list of possibilities" She said, before giving a small shrug. A little paranoid, due to the attack last night, Callie manuveored her way over to a table where she could put her back against the wall, looking back to see if Caius was following, giving him a smile. @Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

Caius followed Callie to the table of her choice. "My sister once speculated that he's a god or something. But when we asked, he gave us some sort of half amused, half infuriated expression." He tried to imitate the expression from memory but ended up just looking goofy and constipated. He laughed at what he imagined he looked like. "Yeah... I can never really imitate that expression. It's just... weird." He laughed again and then shrugged as he sat down opposite her. "Anyway, he adores cooking. I don't know any god that does that. Well, I'm not saying that he's really a god...but who knows?" He followed her gaze to her bracelet. "Even your charms doesn't work on him, right? Hmm... what else do I know about him? Oh. He doesn't always stay in one place but wherever he is, he offers really good food and a safe haven. No one will be able to attack us here. It's like we've stepped into a whole new dimension separate from everything else."

[MarshiestMallow]

Callie pondered that, feeling a little safer. It didn't really narrow things down, however it did give her an idea. "Sounds more like a guardian or Druid. Something along those lines. A god..there'd be more...just more" She said, thoughtful. Callie had a good knowledge of the supernatural, yet she'd never actually met either a god or a guardian. Druids...she'd met a Druid before, trading herbs but that had been a few years ago. She'd given him some pain amulents, his potions no longer able to help with the pain that old age inevitably brought everyone.

She let herself relax, figuring that they were safe, at least for the time being.

"He defientely seems intuative, at least" She said absently, leaning forward against the table, looking to caius, she gave him a small smile. @Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

"Yes, I believe I am intuitive as you say," Silas said as he came back with two plates. He looked at Callie and smiled. "I thought you might prefer to eat a chicken dish hence I made you Garlic-Lemon Double Stuffed Chicken. I certainly hope that you like cheese." He set the plate in front of Callie with a flourish. "Of course, if you don't like it, I can always fix you something else," he assured her before turning his attention to Caius. He placed the other plate in front of him. "And for you, my dear boy, medium rare angus beef. I do hope you enjoy it."

Caius grinned, his stomach growling in response to the smell and sight of the food placed in front of him. "I'm sure I will. Your cooking is always a treat and you've never disappointed me before." He looked at Callie and gestured for her to start eating as he picked up his knife and fork.

As they began to eat, Silas disappeared into the kitchen and then came back with two wine bottles in hand. He set two glass flutes in front of the couple and poured white wine for Callie. "Sauvignon Blanc for the lady and..." he poured red wine for Caius. "...Cabernet Sauvignon for the gentleman." He smiled as he stepped back, obviously pleased at his handiwork. "And now, I shall take my leave and let the two of you enjoy your meal. Should you two want anything else, I will be... around." He gave the two a polite bow and then disappeared back to the kitchen.

[MarshiestMallow]

Callie smiled, and said "Thank you, it looks wonderful" It did look fabulous, and callie was almost loath to eat it, but the smell of the food was just too irressitable, besides she thought if she didn't eat, her stomach might just revolt. As Silas took his leave again, Callie picked up her knife and fork, cutting off a bite. It was, perhaps one of the best things she had ever tasted, and she had to stop herself from making a "Yummy" sound. "It has to be illegal for something to be this good" She said, happily taking another bite, enjoying the food. She was faminished, and didn't want to eat to quickly, but it was just so good. She stopped a moment, and took a small sip of the wine, well content and comfortable in the place.

She decided she didn't need to know what Silas was. He was a good person, and to Callie that meant a lot more then what type of creature anyone was. Her gaze slid to Caius, and she smiled. How could her life have been completely horrible one moment, and then changed forever the next, by the appearance of Caius? Perhaps she shouldn't question it. She'd just enjoy it, and this fabulous food.

She did blush as a sudden thought filled her, glancing away, back to her plate. @Kyrisse

[Kyrisse]

@Caits

Caius chuckled as he dug into his own plate, finishing the thick, well cooked slab of meat in a matter of minutes. "That's why it's always worth it trying to find where he is once in a while. It's not always easy to though. He doesn't exactly leave a calling card behind. You can almost always find him in a posh restaurant though." He looked towards where Silas disappeared to and shrugged. "Somehow I think he finds me rather than me finding him. I'm pretty sure he'll be looking out fo you now as well."

"Dessert?" Silas called out from the kitchen.

Caius laughed out loud. "I'm sure you already have something ready," he called back.

"Indeed I do. I'll bring them out once your lady has finished her meal," Silas' voice floated back out.