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--The following transcript was a live chat roleplay--

This RP takes place on Monday 5th May 2014.

Lorelai: True to her word Lorelai came by to see CC at the start of every evening. It was nice seeing a friendly face and worked out well as Lorelai saw CC before retiring to her hotel room for the night and CC got to see Lorelai before her night really began. They had a very odd relationship in which Lorelai would continually try to maintain boundaries between them and CC would continually push against them. Only a couple of nights had passed where Lorelai hadn’t seen CC, due to her job, something she was still getting her head around. One such night was the night before and so Lorelai had stayed home and sulked. She didn’t realise that that was what she was doing until she found herself unable to settle. It was due in part to this realisation that she practically skipped into Silks, her soft yellow dress swishing about her as she moved past the bouncers and the girl working the ticket office. Saying her name got her in the door and she didn’t need to be shown the way, and half ran up the stairs, her gold sandals clipping with every step. She had a woollen shawl in her hands which she’d shrugged off the moment she’d stepped through the threshold. Reaching CC’s door, she knocked lightly and then walked in. “Evening CC,” she sang out as she closed the door behind her.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC had just finished getting herself dressed when 'ell came skipping in through the door. She grinned at the girl and walked over on her red platform heels and leant in REALLY close as if to kiss her but stopped short and grinned. "Hi!" Then she moved away again. She wasn't walking and smoothly as she normally did and there was a slight hitch in her step as if her hip was bothering her. She smoothed out her 'dress' and tucked a stray piece of hair up into her pinned Mohican, finishing off with some lip balm. "Did you have a good night last night? Everything ok during the day? No-one's tried anything right?"

Lorelai: Lorelai watched the way that CC moved and frowned noticing that she didn’t seem quite as graceful in her stride as she normally did. “Oh I am very well thank you,” she replied as she threw her shawl onto the bed and walked to embrace her friend. “I missed seeing you yesterday,” she admitted as she slipped her arms around CC’s waist and laid her head on her shoulder. “Are you okay?” Lorelai held CC close, still trying to listen for a heartbeat as if the woman would miraculously turn human overnight. “Did you hurt yourself?” Lorelai pulled back and looked CC over, her hands now holding her hips as if the physical contact might help discern the answer.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She smiled and hugged the girl back again, holding her close and letting her nose bury into the blonde locks that were now at nose height - since she had her shoes on just now. In bare feet, the opposite were true and she was the shorter one.... but for now, she enjoyed the moment. She looked into the woman's eyes as she asked if she was ok and nodded her head. "Nothing I can't handle. And I missed you too." She'd known however, she'd not have been able to go through with her client's appointment if she'd seen 'ell yesterday. Her mind needed to be in a certain place for that particular client.

Lorelai: It felt like there was something CC wasn’t saying but Lorelai wasn’t going to push it, instead she hugged her again, only this time a little more tightly. “I didn’t sleep well last night. I think it’s because I hadn’t seen you. Which is a little odd maybe but I think that might be why. I just couldn’t settle.” Lorelai had slept the night before though her dreams had woken her time and time again and while she didn’t remember the details she knew they always involved CC in some way.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She frowned and cupped the girl's face in her hands, staring into her eyes. "Why? I'm sorry - I mean." Frowns more deeply. "What was on your mind?"

Lorelai: “Honestly?” she began looking into CC’s eyes as if she were trying to gleam the answer from her. “I’m not entirely sure. Perhaps I’m just used to our routine and so having not seen you meant my day hadn’t really finished. Or maybe…” she shrugged. “I don’t know. It was probably just that.” She suddenly pulled away from CC as she realised that she still had her arms around her, her eyes scanning the room for something, anything that she could distract herself with and failing.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "'Ell..... you're being a bit weird. What's going on?" She asked as the girl seemed to suddenly pull away from her. She limped over and around to the front of her and looked at her in concern. "'Ell, talk to me."

Lorelai: Lorelai began pacing back and forth, her right hand curled in on itself like a loose fist as she chewed on the nail of her index finger. It was a nervous habit she had and she couldn’t stop herself from doing it. “Nothing is going on. Everything’s good,” she mumbled, still chewing on herself. “I should probably let you get on with your night,” she made a move to grab her shawl, her intent to get back outside in the cool night air, providing CC would allow that, that was.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC didn't make a move to stop her, mostly because she was so totally and completely confused as to what was going on with her. "I'd rather you didn't. As I said.... I did miss you. I mean... well, I could blow off work tonight if you like? We could.... spend.... some more time? You don't have to. If you don't want to. I mean. I know I make you come here each day. But it's cause I worry. I know you don't like it here, or.... me?"

Lorelai: With her hand on the handle and her back to CC, she listened as she spoke before head-butting the door and freezing there, her forehead pressed against the hard surface. At the prospect of spending more time with CC, Lorelai was both excited and terrified all at once. “You’re not the problem…,” she whispered, forgetting how good vampiric hearing was, “I am.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She blinked and walked up behind Lorelai, rubbing her back softly in what she hoped was a soothing manner. Certainly seemed to be in the films and things she'd seen. "What do you mean you're a problem?"

Lorelai: She sighed when she realised CC had heard her. Her hands on her shoulders felt good and when she turned to face her, to try and explain she felt her heart skip a beat and instead of replying to the question she’d been asked, she found herself asking a question of her own. “This is going to sound stupid I know but… if I asked you to take your shoes off… would you do it?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She couldn't help but smile, with a little chuckle, at the odd request. Especially as an answer to her question. However, she nodded her head and took that as 'ell asking the question so slid her shoes off and stood there in her bare feet.

Lorelai: Height was about the only advantage Lorelai had on the woman and so when CC complied with the request she sighed with relief, dropping her shawl to the ground. The very moment that second foot went down on the floor, Lorelai grabbed a hold of CC’s face hungrily and kissed her. She wasn’t able to find the words to say what she’d been thinking of late and so had instead focused her energy into one single, perfect (in her mind at least) action. As their lips parted, Lorelai breathed a deep sigh of relief as if she’d been holding her breath, her posture suddenly much more relaxed and she smiled to herself. “That was my problem,” she whispered, her thumbs stroking at CC’s cheeks as she pulled back a little so as to look into her eyes.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Well, she'd not been expecting that! As their lips found one another, CC wrapped her arms lightly around 'ell's waist and drew her close. Her lips massaged and her tongue teased - but she stopped as soon as 'ell pulled back. Gently, CC's hands ran over 'ell's back as a small smile crept across her face and she looked back. "Well..... How do you feel now?"

Lorelai: “Like I can breathe,” she replied as she laughed softly. “I know I’m stupid. I know I could have done that before now, it’s just…” her hands wrapped around CC’s body, resting in the small of her back before leaning her head against hers. “Last night. I don’t think I realised just how much my time with you every day mattered until then.” She couldn’t even begin to start telling the woman how she’d felt sick thinking of someone else touching her, if she was going to let herself fall for the woman she was going to have to accept what she did for a living.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC lifted one of her hands and let the back of it stroke 'ell's cheek gently. "That's not stupid. That's really.... sweet. You know I care about you too, have done from the start." She smiled and lifted up her chin to press another kiss to 'ell's lips while the hand on her face cupped her cheek and the other lifted to let her nails tease the bare skin on her shoulders.

Lorelai: Lorelai accepted the second kiss but didn’t return it as she could have done as a soft shiver of excitement rushed through her, starting from the spot where CC touched her shoulder. “Why when you say sweet does it sound like an insult?” she asked teasingly. “That word is either not in your usual vocabulary or you were fighting the urge to swear right before saying it. Which was it?” Her eyes twinkled with amusement as she waited for the answer. Looking away from CC seemed an almost impossible task in that moment too and so her eyes remained transfixed on hers.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC just grinned and shrugged her shoulders. "Both. You keep harping on about my swearing, so I'm trying not to - around you. And sweetness, not a lot of that around me. Not the genuine sort like you anyways. You're so different to everything I know. It's wonderful" Her grin widened, her nails still dancing lightly over 'ell's shoulders and back of her neck.

Lorelai: Involuntarily almost Lorelai closed her eyes and leaned in to CC’s touch. “You don’t have to work so hard to please me CC. I’m not a… I mean,” she rolled her eyes at herself and sighed in frustration as she realised she should have stayed quiet. “You’re not working right now is all I mean.” Lorelai smiled at CC and let her thumbs begin to stroke CC’s back in a very delicate gesture.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She snorted softly and shook her head. "I'm doing nothing other than letting go of a little of my restraint. You've no idea how hard it's been not to push your limits and say what I was really thinking. I didn't want to scare you off. My sort of vampire - feel things a LOT stronger than others and humans do. Now, I can relax and touch you like I've wanted to for the last week or two"

Lorelai: “Well I don’t know about that,” Lorelai laughed softly as she gently pulled CC against her and let go of her all in the space of a second. “You and I have two completely different speeds. I would however love to take you up on your offer of spending some more time together tonight, if you ca spare a few hours for me that is?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Nods her head, letting herself be pulled and pushed around. "What do you fancy doing?"

Lorelai: “Anything you like. I’m not exactly experienced when it comes to dating someone remember. So in this I am very much in your hands. That is… If we are dating? Can someone in your…profession date? I don’t mean that to sound rude I’ve just never dated anyone like you before.” Her brow furrowed as she heard how that sounded and even she wasn’t sure if she meant someone of her profession or vampire, or perhaps both.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She raised an eyebrow and gently stroked out 'ell's hair. "What does dating mean to you?" She asked, curiously and wondered if this was where she was asked to give up her job. "And the city is your oyster. Have you seen anything you'd like to try? Restaurant you'd like to go to? So on and so forth?"

Lorelai: “You know I’m not exactly sure how to answer that as I’m sure our definitions in this likely don’t match either. I may very well be insane for even contemplating dating a vampire in the first place, let alone one in your line of work.” There was no judgemental tone in her voice as she said the last bit, it was all very matter-of-fact. “When I’ve been with people in the past it was always…how do I say this without it sounding wrong? I suppose it was always just the two of us. I have no idea how you share someone you care about, not in that way. I’m willing to try. I am. I just…” she sighed for the umpteenth time that night. “I just hope we find a way to make it work,” she held back from saying it directly but by this she basically meant that she hoped it would work. “I’ve not actually eaten in a restaurant before…so I’ll have to rely on you to choose a place to eat.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, that's why I was asking your definition - because of my job. Cause if you can cope with what I do - then yes." She grinned. "We're dating." She gently stroked 'ell's hair and couldn't help but shake her head. "Jesus, if my sire found out....." She coughed and shrugged, grinning again. "So, never been to a restaurant? We shall have to fix that! Have you tried many different types of food? Like, from different countries?"

Lorelai: “I can try,” she replied honestly, as what felt like a swarm of butterflies fluttered inside her stomach. “Who is your sire? That is the vampire that made you, correct? And I’ve tried many different styles of cuisine. I really like Thai, Chinese or Indian. They seem to have the most vegan options.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She nodded her head. "Yes, a sire is someone who turns another. But I can't give you their name I'm afraid. And if that's what you like, that's what we'll do. Chinese strikes my fancy I think. I'll get us one of the big round tables that spin and that gets filled with a banquet type of thing."

Lorelai: Lorelai’s nose crinkled when CC said she wouldn’t name her sire. “Why can’t you name your sire?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Humans and sorcerers, paladins and blood thieves aren't supposed to know we exist, and any who do know - are to be killed. It's a huge law break of our kind to share names and identities of each other - or ourselves - with humans. It's bad enough you know about me. I'm not going to break the laws further by giving you their name. If they found out what I'd done - they would ACTUALLY kill me!"

Lorelai: She was going to ask where blood thieves thought the blood came from if they didn’t know vampires existed and began to wonder if everything she’d been taught was wrong, as she’d been educated on the existence of other gifted beings. “I’m sorry,” she brought one hand up to caress CC’s face. “I never meant to put your life in jeopardy. If you have to kill me to save yourself you do it…okay? I wouldn’t want anyone to die for my sake.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Snorts. "No. That's not going to happen. I'll die before you will if I have anything to do with it. I promise you that!"

Lorelai: “But I don’t want you to promise me that CC.” Lorelai looks disappointed.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "I know. But see, the difference is - I won't stay dead. You will. And I can't be having that!"

Lorelai: “You don’t stay dead?” She looks confused and a little suspicious, as if she thinks CC might be lying to her.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Mm Mm." She shook her head, confirming what she'd said and knowing she was saying too much - but she didn't care. Not with Lorelai. "If we die here in the city - we can fight our way back from the dead if we're strong enough."

Lorelai: “Wow. I didn’t know that. It seems kind of… unnatural. Death is supposed to be finite.” She was conflicted as to whether this news was good or bad and not being able to reconcile it one way or another she shrugged. “CC… Since I’m asking questions… What’s your real name? I’d like to be able to separate the woman I’m dating from the woman that… Well you know. You said that CC was your stage name. I’m not with her. I’m with you.” It made sense to her and she’d been meaning to ask for a while what CC’s real name was, so it seemed like the right time all things considered.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, we die when we're turned - and that doesn't stick for most of us. So why should any others. I guess." She smiled and shrugged, really not sure how it all worked and never having been interested in finding out. It just..... was. The next question however made her look darken and her nose curl. "I don't use my real name. There's nothing good there. But you can give me a name if you'd like? If you need that separation?"

Lorelai: She wanted her to name her? That didn’t seem right. CC wasn’t her pet to name. “I’m not sure I feel comfortable naming you like that. If you don’t like your real name, maybe you should choose one you like better?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "I did." She chuckled. "CC." But she understood what the woman wanted to do so had a think for a moment as to what might suit her. "How about Anastazja, or Ana?"

Lorelai: “Oh that’s very pretty. It suits you. Anastazja. Ana.” Lorelai nodded, placed her hands on her girlfriend’s shoulders and ran her fingertips down the length of her arms until she held her hands. “So Ana,” the new name was going to take a little getting used to, “are we all set to go out for dinner?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She gave her hands a gentle squeeze and nodded. "I will have to put my shoes back on though. And...." She looked down at herself and then at 'ell. "You ok with me going out like this?"

Lorelai: Lorelai smiled. “Are you comfortable going out like that?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Yup"

Lorelai: “Then I’m okay going out with you looking like this. I honestly don’t mind what you wear and I somehow doubt that you have an outfit that contains more material than that one…Do you?” she asked curiously, as if she sad yes, it was going to leave her with questions as to how she ended up wearing a tiny kimono the night they met.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She shook her head. "No, I don't really do clothes." Chuckles softly. "I've worked hard on my body, so I don't mind showing it off. I'm proud of it!"

Lorelai: “You do have a very nice body,” she admitted, stressing the word very as she looked her over. “Not that appearance is important to me Ana.” Lorelai shook her head and then squeezed Ana’s hand gently. “You can put your shoes back on now. Oh wait.” She leaned in and kissed her tenderly. “Now you can put your shoes on,” she grinned.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She kissed her back, gently squeezing her hands and then slid her shoes on and was ready to go after sliding her credit card into the top of her dress. "You don't like me being taller than you?"

Lorelai: “You’re more accessible when you are more my height. In the shoes you wear, you always tower over me.” Lorelai shrugged her shoulders and turned to open the door, one hand keeping a hold of Ana’s as she did. “It’s not that I don’t like you being taller than me. I’d just prefer if there were less height difference between us.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, maybe when I take you to buy new underwear, you can take me to buy new shoes?" She laughed, heading through the door and giving 'ell's hand a squeeze as they headed along the corridor that was full of noises, passed the upstairs bar and then on down the light up stairs. "Give me a minute ok? I need to let Ginger know I'm heading out for the evening."

Lorelai: Lorelai pondered why she needed new underwear, as she didn’t see anything wrong with the kind she wore. As Ana asked for some time to go and excuse herself, Lorelai nodded her head and let go of her hand. “I’ll wait here.” Her eyes roamed the crowd, something she didn’t usually do and settle on a couple of the women that were performing around the place. A shiver ran down her pine as she thought of Ana doing that and then told herself that it wasn’t Ana, it was CC.; for now that small distinction would work as she managed to push that thought to the back of her mind.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC smiled at her and pursed her lips in a kiss, but didn't move it in to make contact. Instead, she spun on her heels and walked over to the bar and got Ginger's attention. She explained she'd be out for the night, but any issues to call Leo and he'd sort it out. Ginger didn't know what it was with CC and Leo, but there was definitely something odd there. With her excuses given, CC headed back to 'ell and offered her her arm. "Shall we? Or are you enjoying the show?"

Lorelai: Lorelai took the arm that was offered to her and snuggled in close to her girlfriend, well as close as she could without fearing she’d pull her off balance. The shoes she wore were ridiculously high. “No. We can go.” Her words were a little too hurried, possibly showing that she wasn’t exactly comfortable in Silks; even if she did come almost every night, she always went directly to CC’s room, never stopping to look about her or take in the sights.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC smiled fondly at her and nodded her head, leading her out by the bouncers and into the street. "Now.... here's something for you. Do you want to walk normally to the restaurant, or would you like to see a little of what I can do?"

Lorelai: She blinked and considered what CC was asking her. “Won’t you get in trouble?” she whispered in reply.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "I don't think I can get into any more trouble than I'm already in, and it's still just you who knows. I don't think it can get worse in that respect. Honestly? I don't know how it all works. I just try and do what I'm told." Shrugs

Lorelai: Lorelai squeezed her hand gently. “Well if you are sure that you won’t get into any trouble,” her words were still soft in tone. “I’d love to see what you are capable of.” There was a glint of excitement in her eyes as she looked up at CC, waiting to see what the woman was going to do.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC looked around, but there were too many people around to go from here. Instead, she slipped down the alley beside the club and into the darkness with 'ell in tow. Once they were hidden from sight, she gently lifted the girl into her arms to cradle her and grinned. "Now, you're going to have to hold on tight...." And after she felt her arms tighten, she concentrated hard and set off running at a job that turned into a sprint, that turned into a burst of celerity across and around the city to stop somewhere in a park that was a block or two from the restaurant.

Lorelai: Lorelai let out a giggle as CC literally swept her off her feet; this was something she was going to have to get used to. When told to hold on tight, she did exactly that, wrapping her arms around CC’s neck, taking in her scent and smiling to herself as she did so. It was amazing to be moving across the city at such a speed and when they stopped Lorelai found herself a little short of breath and unable to speak. “I,” she gasped out. “Wow.” Lorelai squeezed CC tightly, more so enjoying the fact that she was still in her arms that anything else.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She smirked a little and squeezed her back. However, she remembered the girl's whole thing of not wanting too much physical contact, so gently set her down. However, she kept a hand in the small of 'ell's back to steady her in case she wobbled as she didn't want her to face plant. "Liked that did you? I'll give you a minute to find your feet and such" she chuckled softly.

Lorelai: She was highly unsteady on her feet and was shaking from head to toe. Without CC to steady her she would have ended up crumpled on the floor, and while the hand on her back was good, Lorelai couldn’t help herself from reaching out to grab a hold of CC’s shoulders. “How do you move so fast without your shoes catching on fire or something?” She was staring at CC’s feet as she tried to compose herself. “I couldn’t walk in the shoes you wear let alone run in them.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Practice" She said with a chuckle, moving her hands to 'ell's waist to hold her up. "On both counts. Walking, running, dancing, everything. And good muscle control too." She laughed

Lorelai: “I believe the phrase, ‘rather you than me’ is appropriate there,” she laughed, her legs still shaking a little. “I’m so sorry. This must be awfully frustrating for you being with a frail being like myself. I’ll be all right in a few minutes I’m sure.” Her hands tightened slightly on CC’s shoulders and then she looked up at her to give her an encouraging and apologetic smile.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She frowned at that and lifted her hand to cup the woman's cheek as she looked her straight in the eyes. "It's not frustrating at all. Don't you ever think that the fact you're human is a bad thing! You hear?"

Lorelai: Lorelai nodded, smiling a little brighter at CC as she told her being human wasn’t a bad thing. She wasn’t entirely sure if CC’s words were just platitudes or not but regardless she decided it was best to try and believe them. In an effort to change the subject and perhaps lighten the mood she replied. “Why did you say I need new underwear? You can’t possibly know that and even if you could… There’s nothing wrong with what I wear.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Oh my god woman!" She laughed and stepped away, taking her hand gently as she walked slowly through the park. "I saw your knickers when I first met you. They were horrendous!"

Lorelai: “You what? How? I didn’t.” Lorelai seemed shocked and was rambling, standing on her own two feet like as shaky as a newly birthed fawn. “My underwear is comfortable. Practical. Doesn’t matter what I what I wear as no-one sees it but me.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC chuckled again lightly. "When you tipped the water out. You bent over and the kimono rode up." She then ran her free hand down one of the see-through strips and pointed to her little G-string she was wearing. "This is comfortable, practical and looks amazing."

Lorelai: “Ana. I say this respectfully but that to me is not underwear. That is dental floss. Or cheese wire. I don’t see how that could possibly be comfortable.” She had one hand on the wall now, as she waited for the strength in her knees to return. “You look…” she paused to consider the word she wanted to use and then skipped right on over it. “But that is your way of dressing. Not mine.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She wasn't getting away with that one so easily. "I look what? Don't stop there now."

Lorelai: “I do not have the words to describe how you look Ana and different doesn’t seem to do you justice. I’ve never known anyone to dress as you do.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, that's cause I'm unique!" She chuckled. "And, that you grew up in the country in your tight community. I'm betting there's a LOT you've never seen or experienced before....."

Lorelai: Her footing was far more steady and sure now and she had no need to keep herself upright with the aid of anyone or anything. “You would be correct,” she said sweetly with a smile. “That is the main reason I’m here after all, to experience and learn new things.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Indeed. And I look forward to giving you and showing you all sorts of new things for you to experience! It will be so much fun!"

Lorelai: Lorelai reached out and took a hold of CC’s hand, looking down at it as she run her thumb over the back of it. “I’m not sure if I should be excited or nervous,” she said looking up into CC’s eyes. “I’ve only known you a few short weeks and I already feel more off balance than I ever have.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Are you still doing your meditations and centring..... things?" She didn't understand anything that 'ell had told her on that front really. But she'd listened.

Lorelai: “Oh yes. Twice daily. But I think I should try to use my lunch break more wisely and meditate then too. The more my abilities grow, the more weight I feel upon me. It’s probably very silly of me to say that, but that is how it feels to me.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Nods her head. "You developed any powers yet? Managed to control them yet?"

Lorelai: “Oh yes. I am much better at controlling my energy now so that I can increase my speed and strength. I can jump higher and further than I ever imagined. I’m better able to sense plants and I feel as if I’m being called towards the mystical arts, but I haven’t even begun to walk along that path yet.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Wait. What? You can 'sense' plants?" She looked at her, not understanding that one at all. While the rest, she could guess at and had some experience in.

Lorelai: “It’s hard to explain but if I start to walk into the wilderness. I just know where to find what I’m looking for. If it’s growing nearby that is. I don’t know exactly why or how I know, I just know. Maybe I’ve learned to recognise the types of areas they grow in. This must all be very boring for you I am sure. I heard that vampires have a great array of gifts. Far greater than anything most sorcerers possess.” Lorelai squeezed CC’s hand. “Is this something we should be discussing out in the open? It seems more like a conversation for when we are alone.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Yeh, probably. Especially once we leave the park and join the street. More likely for people to spot us or hear us then. You see the streetlights? Just up ahead? But in answer - yes. There's a lot we can do, a lot to learn, a lot to develop and train in." She smiled and looked at the girl. "You know what you want to eat yet? What you hope is on the menu?"

Lorelai: Lorelai rolled her eyes, but she didn’t realise she did it; what she wanted wasn’t on the menu and her stubborn mind probably wasn’t going to let her physical desires get their way for quite some time. “I hear Chinese noodles and rice taste a lot better in the real world. “ Her stomach grumbled as if the thought alone was enough to make her hungry.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Ok.... 1 - why'd you roll your eyes?" She'd not missed it, she didn't miss much if she could help it. "And 2 - what do you mean 'in the real world'?"

Lorelai: “One,” she said mimicking CC’s phrasing, “I didn’t realise I’d done that. And two, that’s what we called the world outside of our community. The real world. Just because we lived in a sheltered community doesn’t mean we weren’t aware of it.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She laughed softly and drew the girl in close, wrapping an arm around her shoulders. "Well, you did. Why? And if they taste a lot better in the real word, that means you had to have something to compare it to? So, did someone try making them for you?"

Lorelai: She looped her arm around CC’s waste and briefly rested her head on CC’s shoulder. “We used to make them ourselves. But the people that stayed with us from time to time always said that nothing could compare to the real thing. We weren’t insulted of course. We were following recipes out of a book. And I don’t know why I did it. Sorry.” Lorelai knew a little of why but wasn’t ready to admit it, as she knew it would only encourage CC and she wasn’t ready to tempt the temptress in that way.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Ahhh, ok. Well, I've never been to China - so I don't know how authentic this place is. But the stuff they make is really good! There's no meat on the menu either. So that's ok right?" She'd never met a vegan before, and just presumed that they were the same as vegetarians. Just, a shortened word for them.

Lorelai: “No meat. No dairy. It should be fine, I’m sure. Chinese food is generally cooked in vegetable oil as opposed to animal fats. If what I’ve read is to be believed that is.” Lorelai’s hand suddenly froze on CC’s waist as she realised she’d been plucking at the strange material than to her seemed more like a net than something one wore. “I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to…” she’d moved in front of CC and bent down to see if she’d ripped or damaged it in any way. “I’m not used to the feel of this kind of material,” she explained.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC stood still and ran her hand through 'ell's hair as she examined the dress. "And you thought you'd get a closer look did you?" She chuckled, not realising 'ell had thought she might have damaged what was virtually indestructible. "Yeh, this one is specifically vegetarian. It's why I picked it."

Lorelai: “How else could I see if I’d ripped it?” she asked flushing with colour as she realised just how little fabric stood between CC and the world. “Don’t you… get cold?” she asked, momentarily forgetting the conversation she’d had about bathing in hot water, etc. She straightened back up, now facing CC, her eyes filled with concern. She herself had left her shawl on the floor of the bedroom and hadn’t much noticed the elements, but that possibly had more to do with her companion keeping her mind busy and her cheeks more often than not flushed.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Oh, only way you're ripping this fabric is if you intend to, in a rush to get at what's underneath." She smirked and winked wickedly. "It's designed to stretch you see. No zips, no buttons, it's only on me with a bit of elastic and hope." She slowly turned a full 360 to confirm it. "And now and again I'll feel a chill, but nothing that would make me think I need more clothes. Clothes work by trapping your body heat in the fibres. I have no body heat to be trapped - so none or all - I'll be the same temp always."

Lorelai: Lorelai stood there speechless as CC pretty much forced her to look at and appreciate her form. There wasn’t much of the dress, so her body had to be what CC really meant her to appreciate. The image of her girlfriend standing naked in her room on that first night flashing in her mind and she had to blink a couple of times to get rid of it. “But…if you were to warm your body up,” she found her mind once more, “and then cover up, you could maintain that temperature longer, correct?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She nodded her head. "Yes. It would keep the artifical heat in. But with being dead and all, the cold doesn't bother me so I barely notice it all."

Lorelai: “Oh no,” Lorelai gasped. “Please don’t say that. I don’t like to think of you that way. You aren’t dead. You are different. Changed. ” It was her turn to cup CC’s face, something she did gently with both hands. “An altered being. Much like myself. More than what we once were. You are a beautiful being C…Ana.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC smiled at her. "As are you" And then leant in and softly kissed her

Lorelai: Lorelai felt almost dizzy from the kiss and her cheeks once more flushed with colour. CC was practically intoxicating to be around and the fluttering in her stomach left her with a pleasant queasy sort of feeling. “Thank you,” she whispered.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Mmmmm" She purred, wrapping her arm around 'ell's shoulders and opening the gate out of the park and into the street. "It's not too far away now. You feeling ok?"

Lorelai: Lorelai followed CC as she lead the way, with no clue of where they were or how she’d find her hotel when the dinner ended. “I’m very good. Great even. I’m very excited.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Good!" CC grinned happily and took the streets to the restaurant, just enjoying 'ell's company in silence, pulling her close and resting her head against the others. When they got to the restaurant, she stepped forwards and opened the door for her, helping her in and then pausing to let her take in everything around them. It was as if they'd been transported to China with the decor, the pond, the music, the smells. It was beautiful inside.

Lorelai: The silence didn’t bother her any, the way in which CC held her to her said more than words could have and made her feel wanted, loved even. It had been a while since Lorelai had, had this feeling and while she’d felt quite stupid earlier in the evening, she was rather happy that she’d admitted to feeling a little uneasy for having not seen CC the night before. She was musing over this as the door opened and every sense that she possessed became overwhelmed. She looked around in wonder and after soaking in as much as she could, she looked back to CC and smiled brightly, “This restaurant was a wonderful choice. It’s so very pretty.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Yeh, I like it. It's relaxing. I thought with the water effects and the plants and the music - it would be right for you? Help you... center yourself?" She was going to say more but the hostess came back at that point and bowed to them both before asking if it were a table for two. CC confirmed and asked for a table with a spinning centre that was close to the fish, and soon they were being taken over the little hump bridge to a table on a platform in the middle of the water. There were a few tables there, a couple of which were taken, but it was a wonderfully serene place. CC pulled out 'Ell's chair for her to sit, and then took her own place. "Anything you like on the menu. Don't hold back!"

Lorelai: Lorelai was at a loss for words and moved to the table feeling a little out of place, underdressed perhaps, she wasn’t sure what the feeling was but she was going to ignore it, as the place was perfect. When CC pulled out her chair, she wasn’t sure what was going on, but sat down and scooted it forward. She glanced over the menu and then reached out and took a hold of CC’s hand, taking a hold of her fingers and lightly brushing them with her thumb. “I wouldn’t know where to begin with this Ana. Perhaps you could choose for me?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Ummmm. I don't know your tastes all that well. Tell me what you'd like to try tonight and I'll see if there's something like that on the menu?"

Lorelai: “I like most things. I have very eclectic tastes. My mother says I like a little bit of everything because I lack the ability to make any real choice in my life,” she laughed a little nervously, “She says I’m too open to the world.” Her laugh faltered and she went a little melancholy. “She wasn’t happy with my choice to leave.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She raised an eyebrow at that and couldn't help but wonder what that meant for them as a pair. Not if she were so, flighty. However, tonight was tonight and when the waitress came over to take their order, CC simply ordered one of everything on the menu - a small portion of, and yes she would pay for the full size portion - a couple of their imported beers and a jug of iced water.

Lorelai: The conversation went quiet and Lorelai began to wonder if she’d said something wrong. She withdrew her hand and placed it in her lap, looking around almost nervously as CC ordered a lot of food and a couple of drinks. Lorelai was rubbing one thumb up and down the other, her hands loosely clasped before her. “Did I do something wrong?” she asked. Lorelai crossed her ankles underneath her chair, her knees together, back straight; the girl did not look comfortable.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "What? No." She looked at her incredulously, not sure where that came from and grinned. "Why do you ask?" She turned her hand over, palm up, looking for the hand to be returned again.

Lorelai: “You didn’t say much after I asked you to choose for me. I don’t know. Maybe I said or did something wrong? Or perhaps I should have said or done something but didn’t? I’m not sure.” She tried to explain why she asked what she’d asked and suddenly felt very stupid.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She reached for the hand when it wasn't offered, picked it up and kissed the back of it gently with a smile. "Nope. Nothing wrong. I was just thinking about what to order is all. Hope you're hungry!"

Lorelai: All the anxiety she’d felt melted away as CC took her hand and kissed it. “Oh I’m hungry. Very hungry,” she nodded and pulled CC’s hand to her lips, mimicking her girlfriend by kissing the back of her hand. Her stomach hadn’t made a noise since they stood in the park but she was starving in more ways than one. She quickly released CC’s hand as the drinks were bought over to the table and shuffled slightly in her chair, bringing herself in closer to the table.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC thanked the waitress for her drink and then poured them each a glass of water before taking her beer. She kicked her shoes off and then crossed her legs under the table, and her foot accidentally grazed 'ell's calf. She noticed it, but she left it in place, enjoying exploring her leg gently. She picked up her beer and toasted the girl. "Cheers. To us!"

Lorelai: Lorelai felt CC’s foot practically caressing her leg and froze, looking around them to see if anyone else knew what her girlfriend was doing, all the time wondering if this was appropriate restaurant behaviour. She picked up the water, licked her lower lip as she realised how thirsty she suddenly felt and took a rather large sip of it, having copied CC’s toast.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She took a swig of her beer and enjoyed the taste of it. It wasn't one she'd tried before so took a moment to examine the label before setting it down again and looking around at who was nearby. "So then. What do you do all day - while I'm.... unavailable? Have you hobbies and such?"

Lorelai: “I work,” she placed the glass on the table, cupping it lightly with both hands. “Did I not tell you that already? I work at Razzle-Dazzle Threads, do you know it? We sell ice-skating outfits and accessories. I like it. My hobby you already know. I’d never have met you unless I hadn’t taken that particular hobby up, so I’ve been practising and getting better. Is that okay? Are you awfully disappointed in me for continuing along that path. I never take anything form anyone that cannot afford to lose it, and I will put the money to good use one day.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She chuckled and shook her head. "God no. I don't care what you do to other folks. Their business is their business, and if they can't look after it themselves - then they deserve to be robbed. But, you get caught, or someone hurts you - Well, I'll get involved then. And they won't hurt anyone else again." She smirked, her eyes twinkling. "And you enjoy your job? I'm opening a shop myself. Selling outfits like I wear." She was careful not to mention the why of the outfit. CC.... was actually trying to be tactful!

Lorelai: “Oh yes. I am. I really enjoy speaking to people. It’s nice seeing so many different people all the time. At home I knew everyone and all their stories. Here everyone is new and they all have such interesting stories and lives. There’s a lot of…colour and noise here that I’ve never experienced before. I’d like to see your store when it opens. I’m sure you’ll have some interesting things in there too.” Interesting being the operative word in that sentence as Lorelai knew she wasn’t likely to find anything in there that she would want to wear herself.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC just about choked as 'ell said she'd have 'interesting' things in her shop - because that was an understatement! CC was going to have all manner of things in there from the world of 'adult entertainment' for sale, as well as the clothing and shoes and such. "Well, I'm looking forward to being there for all sorts of new experiences for you. It will be something special to see I think." She looked around as there was a noise nearby and found a couple of trays with plates being brought out and over. "Oh look! Our first few bits and pieces! This will be fun!"

Lorelai: “You want to be with me when I experience all these new things?” she asked having not really realised that, that was probably a given considering they were now dating. Of course she wanted to spend time with CC but she wasn’t sure exactly how much time the woman had on offer for her and it hadn’t even dawned on her yet that they practically lived in different time zones what with their schedules being so different from one another’s. Lorelai withdrew her hands from her glass and waited to see what CC had ordered. There was so much food, even if the portions were a little smaller than they would have been (not that Lorelai knew that, the portions looked perfectly acceptable to her as they were).

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, I don't have to be there for them all. But I'd like to hear about them, maybe be there for some of them? If that's ok with you I mean?" She thanked the waitresses for the starters and then looked at 'ell with a grin. "Help yourself!"

Lorelai: Lorelai smiled sweetly at CC. “I’d love for you to be with me for some of them, all of them even. Though…Then I would perhaps have to stop doing anything without you. That wouldn’t be very practical now would it?” she‘d confused herself as she’d spoken. “What’s that?” she asked changing the subject and pointing to the vegetable spring rolls.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Yeh.... maybe we need to switch your day into night and vice versa? Get you a night shift job? As if you'd moved to like, the middle of Europe or something." She laughed and ate some seaweed as she looked where 'ell was pointing. "Those are spring rolls. Crispy pastry stuffed with beansprouts, carrots, peas and sometimes broccoli - then deep fried."

Lorelai: “Oh that sounds interesting,” she said picking one up and laughing as she bit into it and the coating crackled and broke into smaller pieces, as she hadn’t expected that. “Mmm. It’s very…good,” she said reaching for her water and taking a large mouthful. “And hot.” She fanned at her mouth for a moment and then finished the rest of the spring roll more cautiously. “I’d miss the sun if I was never awake in the daylight hours. And you work too don’t forget,” she reminded CC. She wasn’t sure she liked the idea of changing her sleeping patterns only to be left alone while her girlfriend was off pleasuring some random person.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Mmm hmm. But if you had a night shift, then you'd be working while I was working too. So there wouldn't be an issue." She smiled as she watched 'ell eating, taking surprising pleasure from it. Now she knew how Zo had felt when she'd cooked for her and then sat and watched her eat with a grin. She looked at the food and then reached out and took a pancake roll for herself. "You should try one of these. Same filling, but totally different coating."

Lorelai: She tried the pancake roll as suggested and then some of the crispy seaweed as she thought about what CC was saying. “But then that would be the same as me sleeping or you sleeping. We’d be busy. It wouldn’t give us any more time together…would it? Perhaps I’m missing something. Dating like this is all very new to me.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, if I take a night off work - like tonight - we're only going to have three hours together before you need to go to bed. But I've still got my whole 'day' ahead of me. Right? I've just woken up, you're about to head to bed." Frowns. "Does that make sense?"

Lorelai: “I guess but…” she swallowed hard not knowing if she should actually say what she was thinking. Then lowering her voice, she leaned in slightly and continued, “I’m not sure I’d want to be awake while you are working. It might…distract me too much.” She leaned back again and spoke normally once more. “I could always stay up late a couple of nights a week. Or perhaps refuse to do the early shift at work. That could give us more time together.”

--The following transcript was a live chat roleplay--

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Mmmm, why would me being at work distract you?" She asked curiously, taking a vegetable satay skewer. "But trying to stay up late would be nice. I can schedule clients for later on in those nights"

Lorelai: “Because of what you’d be doing,” she whispered, unable to hold CC’s eyes. “Because of what CC would be doing rather,” she corrected herself. “Do you really not see how that could distract me?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Ummm. Nope." She said honestly. After all, it was just a job to her as she flexed her toes on 'ell's calf.

Lorelai: “Ana,” she giggled for a moment before the twinkle in her eyes disappeared. “I don’t want to be thinking of what CC’s doing. If I’m asleep. I won’t play on my mind as much. I could take some herbal medication and fall asleep.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Frowns. "So, you're going to drug yourself just to sleep? That's not right!"

Lorelai: “Oh no. Herbal medicines aren’t drugs. They are…Hmm…Well there’s nothing harmful or addictive in them. They are just calming. I could extend my meditation period too. That would help.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Nods her head, still looking at 'ell in concern. "Well, you know what you need more than anyone else."

Lorelai: “It really is for the best. I’m sure I won’t need to take it for long. Just while I learn to deal with…things. And calling you Ana should help me too. If I can better divide who you are to me and who you are to others, then everything should be good. Do you agree?” she was curious to see what CC would say and if she’d though on any of it herself, though she already kind of knew the answer.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Would.... you be better, happier.... if you weren't 'with' me?" She asked cautiously, thinking how it might be better for 'ell to be without her. Especially if it was going to cause her this much stress.

Lorelai: “I’m not going to lie. I think this relationship is going to be hard on me but I can’t judge whether or not it will be worth it just one night now can I?” she took a few mouthfuls of a few of the other dishes. She liked it all. It tasted amazing, much better than anything she’d eaten at home.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "I know. But...." Frowns as she gets a bit mushy and in her mind, weak. "I don't want you stressed or hurt. Especially not cause of me!"

Lorelai: “I would forever wonder what I missed if I didn’t at least try Ana.” Lorelai reached across the table to take CC’s hand. “I can’t say what the future holds for us but I know what it won’t hold if we don’t try. I want to try. I do. I just…I need you to be a little patient with me while I learn how to be in a relationship with you. You are incredibly different to anyone I have ever known.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She smiled and lightened her mood, reaching out and taking the proffered hand and giving it a gentle squeeze. "I'm so much more different than you'll ever know!" She grinned "But then, you are to me too!"

Lorelai: “Good. Then it’s settled. We’ll learn about each other before we make any decisions as to our future? I’m assuming I shouldn’t be telling my family everything there is to know about you?” she asked, a soft smile on her lips.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Good god no!" She said, a shocked look on her face before she realised that 'ell was teasing, which made her relax and shake her head.

Lorelai: “I can tell them about you though…correct? I can tell them that I am dating someone and that you are a beautiful and independent woman. And that you are taking the time to teach me about the real world. Or is that against the rules too?” There was no hint of judgement in her voice, she was simply enquiring as to what she could or couldn’t do.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She smiled and nodded her head, a warm feeling inside of her about it all. "You.... want to tell people you're with me?" That was new. Zo had wanted to keep it all secret, telling no-one, as if she were ashamed of her or something.

Lorelai: “Of course I do,” she looked a little surprised that CC had asked her that. “I’ve done a lot of new things since moving to the city and even without telling my family everything there is to know about you, you are still the most exciting development thus far. I think it would make my mother happy to know I have someone here that I can turn to if I need to talk. She worried about me coming here alone. Should I tell them of your job or would you rather I didn’t impart that piece of information either?” she asked casually. If and when the time came for CC to meet her family, she wanted her to be comfortable around them.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, that's really rather sweet. I've never before had anyone want to tell people they were with me. So it makes a nice change." She grinned and grabbed another pancake roll, enjoying their taste. "And you can tell them what you like about my job. I'm not ashamed of it, and the way I dress and flirt - it's not hard to guess what I am and do." She chuckled

Lorelai: “Is it really what you are?” she asked picking at something she didn’t know the name of. “As in, is that how you define yourself?” Lorelai wasn’t sure she liked CC defining herself by what she did in that way, as she was sure the woman was more than just a harlot.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well..... what else am I?" She asked curiously

Lorelai: Lorelai paused for a moment and thought about it. “If I was to describe you I would use that word I’m not allowed to use in public. That defines you more as it’s truly what you are. And that’s amazing. It’s a shame more people can’t know that. You are friendly. Confident. Charming…if not a little intimidating at times.” She smiled at CC as she recalled the night they met, when she was almost certain that the woman was going to hurt her. “If I had to choose just one word to describe you though…” she considered the unasked question, “then I’d say you are hypnotic.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well...." Well, what did you say to that?! That was a ridiculous way of describing someone. It was so complimentary and it had CC goldfishing at her. "I......" She sighed and smiled. "Thanks. And you really found me intimidating?" She grinned, loving that even more than anything else that had been said.

Lorelai: Lorelai liked the way that CC reacted, as the woman seemed so sure of herself all the time; throwing her off balance even for a moment was like caching a glimpse of the woman beneath the facade. Lorelai knew that at least a small part of CC’s behaviour was a mask of sorts, as the woman was able to curb the swearing when she felt like it. “You were a little intimidating, yes. I’ve never seen anyone speak or move the way in which you do. And that reminds me. I wanted to say something before but wasn’t sure if it was appropriate. Now that we are dating though…I was wondering if you’d mind just being yourself with me. I’d like to know the real you.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "I..... what?" She laughed, not sure what the girl was asking. She was always just herself.

Lorelai: “You said you were trying to use so much profanity around me. But if that is a part of who you are and not just part of your working persona, then you should be that way around me too. I know it may sound silly considering I asked you to choose a new name by which I could call you but…I want to know you. The real you. Not who you have to be around other people or while working.” Lorelai explained it as best as she could but pulled a face at the end that showed she wasn’t exactly happy with her words.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "But, I don't want to upset you with my language and behaviour. It's obviously.... quite a lot different to how you are used to people being. For example...." She smirked wickedly. "If I were me this foot would do this..." Her toes ran all the way up 'ell's calf to her knee, under her dress and all the way up her inner thigh while CC watched the girl's face, still smirking.

Lorelai: Loreali gasped and moved to grasp a hold of CC’s foot before it got any higher. “Ana,” she raised her voice slightly, colour filling her cheeks as she looked around guiltily. “Is that you though? Or are you just so used to trying to please people that you find yourself doing that in your personal life too?” Lorelai looked at life a little differently than most and was almost analysing CC and her behaviour.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She giggled gently and lowered her foot, though left it caressing her calf gently. "You're cute when you blush! And yes, that's me. I'm..... highly emotional. It's part of the.... change I went through. The sort I am, everything is heightened. What we feel, how we feel it, everything is a lot stronger. Makes us very.... passionate." She grinned at her and slid another satay stick into her mouth in an overly sexual manner.

Lorelai: Lorelai couldn’t watch what CC was doing with the food, the colour staying in her cheek. She knew she was going to have to get used to it but in that moment she still felt a little embarrassed. “Please don’t stop being you. Not for me. I want to learn to love you Ana. The whole of you.” Her voice was sincere but barely audible as she tried not to think on how overtly sexual her girlfriend was.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Ah, you see. You don't 'learn' to love someone like you're at school. It's something, I believe, that happens naturally." She sat back and looked at the plates on the table. She didn't fancy anything else there and 'ell didn't seem to be eating much anymore, so she signalled the waiters to clear and bring out the next course.

Lorelai: “I know that,” she shot CC a look that almost seemed to betray the fact that she’d offended her, which was actually quite difficult to do. “I meant that I don’t wish to be deceived by you,” she explained. “I don’t want to fall in love with you only to find out that the woman I love doesn’t exist. I don’t want you to feel like you have to be a specific way with me. I don’t want to be another…” she lowered her voice and whispered the last word, “client.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Yeh, ok. **** off." She snorted. "You're not a client. I've not asked you for money have I? We've not discussed repayment of any sort. Why in the **** would you think you were a client to me?" She was in a bit of a mood now, upset that the girl had thought that.

Lorelai: Lorelai hadn’t meant to offend to CC but it seemed she had. She sighed and placed her hands in her lap, took a few deep breathes and then tried to explain herself better. “I was just trying to say that I don’t want you to feel as if you have to act a certain way with me. I don’t need you to…please me, in the way that CC would please someone. I want what we have to be real. To be different. I want you to know that I love you and not just what you do to me.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She nodded her head and took a couple of mouths full of her beer, trying to put a cork in the allurist anger that was totally unjustified in this situation.

Lorelai: “Say something Ana. Please? I don’t like it when it you go quiet on me like this. I didn’t mean to upset you. I just wanted you to know what I was thinking and that you are safe to be whoever you truly are on the inside while with me.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Sorry. It's just. I told you. Emotions. I'll be fine though, don't worry about me. And I'm sure we will find our niche with one another and together. It'll just take time to get to know one another."

Lorelai: The waitress cleared the dishes off and when she was gone, Lorelai held her hand out to CC, palm up, willing her to take it. “I don’t doubt that Ana. That’s exactly what I want to happen. That’s part of the reason I asked you not to kiss me…remember?” she offered a reassuring smile, hoping to cheer her girlfriend up a little.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She reached out and took her hand and smiled, nodding. "Yup. And I behaved! Right?"

Lorelai: “Yes you have. You’ve behaved impeccably. I do wonder though if I hadn’t of asked that of you…what we would be like now,” the colour that had only just started to die out of her features flushed brighter for a moment. “Why did you wait for me to tell you to be yourself before…” she looked around and leaned in. “Before doing that thing with your foot.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She chuckled softly. "Because, if you didn't want me kissing you, you certainly didn't want anything more right?"

Lorelai: “I…Hmm…You might be correct. Though…does the ban on kissing still apply? Can you date someone and not kiss them?” Lorelai obviously hadn’t thought through what she was saying but she had kissed CC several times already that night, that much she couldn’t deny.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "It's your ban." She smirked and gave 'ell's hand a squeeze. "You can lift it whenever you like. Or bend the rules."

Lorelai: Lorelai nodded considering what it would mean if she allowed CC to kiss her whenever she wanted too. It seemed a little hypocritical to say the ban still existed when she’d been the one to kiss CC earlier that evening. “Then I believe we should act like any other couple and be true to ourselves. If that’s all right with you?” She already knew what the answer would likely be, but it seemed only fair to have CC give her input into the situation too.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC nodded her head with a smile. "All fine by me." She replied as their main courses were brought and set on the spinning table so that nothing was out of their reach.

Lorelai: Lorelai was surprised to see yet more food arrive. “Do you always spoil your dates like this?” she asked curiously. They hadn’t really spoken about their exes, as it hadn’t really been necessary but part of getting to know someone was learning about the relationships they’d had before. The food smelt so good that Lorelai temporarily closed her eyes to take in the scent.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "I like to treat special people in a special way" She smiled. "Besides, those were just the starters. This is the main courses. There are still desserts to come. Aren't you used to being made a fuss of?"

Lorelai: Lorelai simply shook her head and then moved the table a little so that she could try the rice and the noodles, as people always said that those were the hardest dishes to get right. She wasn’t sure she believed that until that moment though, as the rice did seem to have a different texture to what they made at home. “I believe I already told you that dating was different in my community.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Yes, but there's still ways and means to make people feel special in any situation." She smiled, taking a cauliflower ball, dipping it into the sweet and sour sauce and then popping it into her mouth. Not the last ball she'd have in her mouth that night she figured, and couldn't help but smirk.

Lorelai: Lorelai found herself nodding as she’d investigated one of the mushroom balls; she’d never had anything in that kind of batter before and biting into it had made some of the juice run down her chin. She quickly dabbed at her face with the napkin and grinned, before eating the rest of it. “I think some people have an easier time with that than others do.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC watched her and grinned at the juice running down 'ell's face. It would have been so easy to lean in and just lick it off her chin, running her tongue up and over her skin to her lips before pressing into her mouth and capturing the lips in a long, slow, sensual kiss. But she was being good, so she just licked her lips clean of the sweet and sour sauce and looked to see what else they'd been brought. When she saw the steamed dumplings, her eyes lit up and she spun the table around until they were facing her. "**** yeh!" Then grabbed two in her chopsticks and wolfed them down one after the other. They weren't as good as the pork and prawn ones she had elsewhere, but they were still good!

Lorelai: Lorelai smiled, when CC got all excited about one of the dishes. “I’m surprised you can…stomach this sort of nutrition.” She was curious as to whether or not all vampires had the ability to eat such thing. There was the chance she’d asked that the night she met CC but then she didn’t remember much of the start of their meetings due to the nerves she’d felt. “Are all of your…family like that,” she was trying to use code words so that people wouldn’t know she was talking about vampires, hoping that CC would get what she meant.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Nope!" She said and grinned, eating another dumpling. "Not everyone, just those like me, you know, emotional ones" She leant back in her chair and politely hid a burp. "It does nothing for me, but I enjoy the taste. I still need.... red wine to actually feel full and satiated and such."

Lorelai: “Oh…And how often do you…drink red wine?” she asked wondering if CC needed to feed later. She wasn’t sure she was ready to watch her gorge herself on blood, if that was what she did. She knew when CC had fed on her that she only took a little but she wasn’t sure if she always drank so little…and left her victim alive. It didn’t seem the right time to ask that though, so she politely waited for the answer as she helped herself to another mushroom ball; this time she was ready for juices that came from it as she bit it in half.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Once every day, more if I hurt myself." She smiled easily, watching 'ell eat as if it were the most fascinating thing ever.

Lorelai: “Do you hurt yourself often?” she asked as it suddenly struck her that CC had been having trouble moving earlier in the evening.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Mm Hm" She nodded her head and leant in, unable to think how to explain it any other way than straight out. "Yes. I'm always getting shot and stabbed by people who won't die without fighting back" She mumbled softly, too quietly for anyone other than 'ell to hear.

Lorelai: Lorelai shivered when CC spoke. She didn’t like the sound of that at all. The thought of her beautiful woman being hurt seemed wrong. The thought of anyone being hurt seemed wrong to her but the thought of it being CC left her feeling nauseated. She picked up her glass and took a few sips of water. “I’m not sure I’ll be able to get used to that Ana. Though I suppose it might help you to have someone tend your injuries as and when you get them.” She sighed softly.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well...." She frowned as she looked at the look on 'ell's face. "If that's going to be your reaction, maybe I'll just hide them from you."

Lorelai: “Oh no,” she looked hurt again. “Please don’t do that. If you’re injured I want to know about it. I want to be able to comfort you. Unless…you’d rather have someone else look after you.” She hoped not. She wasn’t sure why she even said that. The woman stirred up new and unfamiliar feelings in her, some of which she hoped would go away.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC raised an eyebrow at her. "Well, usually Leo looks after me if needs be. Like when I lose a leg or an arm. You're kinda fucked when that happens! Can't exactly go to work or out in public without a leg, then appear a few days later with it back again! But, if you think you can cope with that and god knows what else... ok"

Lorelai: Lorelai sat there with her mouth open, a look of horror on her face. “That actually happens?” She’d heard stories of vampires and their healing abilities but having someone confirm it was astounding. “I’ll… I’ll try to cope. I don’t want you to have to hide anything from me.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "hmmm?" She looked at her, puzzled. "Does what happen? Losing limbs? Yeh. Same with being shot and stabbed in the head and heart and any other part of your body someone can get to"

Lorelai: “I…I need to go to the bathroom,” she said obviously lying but not waiting for a reply before she was pushing herself up from the chair. She wasn’t exactly sure where she was going and so she went to ask a waitress where she needed to go and then headed in that direction. Once in the bathroom, she set a tap running, parted her hair in two before tying it twice in a knot and then began splashing her face with cold water.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC sighed and sat there, letting her go and not trying to stop her. While she was gone, she nibbled on some tofu and quickly spat it out into a napkin. It was revolting!

Lorelai: Lorelai was looking at herself in the mirror wondering what in the world was wrong with her. Was it the food? The conversation? Would CC mind if they just left and went home? She couldn’t stay in the bathroom much longer without drawing attention to herself, or so she believed. When she turned to leave however, she found herself reaching for the counter to steady herself.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: The time was ticking on, and she expected 'ell back at the table soon. If she didn't show up, then CC would start to get worried and have to hunt for her. She went back over things in her head and silently groaned. She'd gone too far hadn't she. She'd said too much and fucked it up.

Lorelai: Finding her feet, she let go of the somewhat damp surface and went to dry herself off under the dryer. She had to alter the direction of it to do her face and then began to wonder why she’d bothered cooling herself off just to use hot air to dry it. Finally ready to re-join her girlfriend at the table, she paused to loosen her hair and then made her way back to CC. Instead of seating herself at the table however, she came up to the back of CC’s char, before leaning her head to one side of her and wrapping her arms around her shoulders. “I don’t like the thought of you being hurt,” she buried her head in CC’s neck, enjoying the coolness of her skin before placing a single light kiss into the curve of the neck where the neckline met the clavicle.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC lifted her hand up gently and caressed 'ell's neck and head. She rolled her head to the side to allow her greater access and smiled. "I'm sorry I upset you"

Lorelai: “You can upset me any time you like,” she said releasing CC as she was starting to realise that people were noticing them. Placing a quick kiss to her cheek, she moved to take her seat once more. “I would much rather know everything and be upset by what you say, than have you feel you need to hide things from me and be upset later because I felt you didn’t trust me.” She shuffled in the chair and pulled it into the table. She wasn’t sure she could stomach much more, as CC had ordered quite a lot but she was going to try.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She nodded her head and reached out for 'ell's hand. "And I love that about you!" She said, smiling and looking deeply into 'ell's eyes. She put her other hand on her stomach as it rumbled and frowned, grumbling. "Stupid thing!"

Lorelai: Lorelai took a hold of CC’s hand and stooped down to kiss the back of it. “Are you all right? Need…red wine?” she asked, her voice filled with concern. CC had been so sweet as to bring her out to eat, but had likely not taken the time to get herself something, or someone first. Not that CC had much time after waking to do anything before Lorelai was at her door.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Not desperately." She smiled, looking back to 'ell. "Don't worry about me."

Lorelai: “We could go and get you something to drink if you like? I’m quite full. Honestly. This was lovely but I think you ordered enough to fed my entire family,” she laughed softly, her eyes full of kindness and concern.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "You sure you're done?" She asked, smiling softly

Lorelai: “I honestly am quite full…Though it might not hurt to see if we can get some of this boxed up for later? I could eat it for breakfast,” she said with a grin. “I’m getting a little accustomed to the food at the hotel.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Nods her head and beckons a waiter over. She explained what she wanted and he nodded and got folks over to clear, coming back a few mins later with 3 carrier bags full of food for them. Starter, main and the dessert they'd not even got to yet. She grinned and pulled out her card, paying and leaving a hefty tip and then stood up and offered her hand to 'ell. "Shall we then?"

Lorelai: “Yes we shall,” she said as looped her arm through CC’s. “Are you sure you’re okay paying for dinner. I’m sure I have enough cash back at the hotel to cover it. Or at least help towards it.” She said as they went back over the little bridge and headed for the door.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Mmm Hmm" She said smiling. "Positive. And why are you staying in a hotel??"

Lorelai: “I don’t have anywhere else to stay. I’ve been looking at a few places but none of them are really affordable on what I earn. To buy that is. I wanted to buy a place but it looks like I might have to rent somewhere instead.” Lorelai explained her situation as it was. The most affordable place she’d found was in the Quarantine Zone but that place scared the living daylight out of her.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC smiled and pulled out her phone, pushing a number of buttons at vampiric speed as she went through various pages and screens. "There. Now you can." She smirked.

Lorelai: "Now I can...what?" she asked wondering what CC was up to. The way she worked the phone left her with yet more questions, some of which she couldn't have voiced even if she wanted too.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Still grinning CC walked on out of the restaurant, carrying the bags with her as she went. "Buy a place. There's a cashier's cheque waiting for you when we get back. It will cover the price of a place for you"

Lorelai: “Seriously? You can’t do that Ana. We just started dating and here you are buying me a place? I can’t even begin to repay you for that. What if something happens to us. I’m not saying anything will but it could.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Then you'll at least have a roof over your head." She said matter of factly. "And the more you get to know me, the more you'll learn how rare it is for me to give away money like that! Makes you special!"

Lorelai: “I doubt that. You are a kind soul Miss Ana,” she added in the title again but it was meant as a sign of respect for the woman. “And I am no more special than any other person you could catch outside of your business I am sure. Where are we going now?” Lorelai was hoping to change the subject away from her, as CC seemed to place too high a value upon her.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, it's getting late. Aren't you tired? And we need to get this food into a fridge somewhere for you."

Lorelai: “I have a mini fridge at the hotel but I highly doubt most of that needs to be refrigerated. That’s the good thing about being vegan, you aren’t likely to get food poisoning.” Lorelai squeezed CC’s arm affectionately. “But you are correct. I am a little tired now. I think I ate too much. Do you think you could walk me home? I’m staying in a hotel in Gullsborough and I have no idea how to get back to there from here.” She’d gotten quite turned around when CC had used celerity.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She smiled and nodded her head, wrapping her arm around 'ell's shoulders and drawing her in close. "Of course, we'll stop off at the club and get the cheque and then get you back."

Lorelai: “I could come by and see you tomorrow for that…If you are sure you want to part with your savings for me. I’d fully understand if you wanted to change your mind.” She fell in step with CC, loving being so close to someone again.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "I'm not going to change my mind 'ell." She grinned, leaning in to kiss the girl's temple. "And yeh, it would be nice to see you again. We're closer to Gullsborough than to Coastside anyways." She said, changing direction

Lorelai: “I need to get my shawl too,” she said as a gust of cold wind made her shiver. “That is if you don’t have anyone else requiring your attention early on in the evening tomorrow? Otherwise it can wait a day or two longer.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Nope. Just you" She grinned.

Lorelai: “Good. Then I will definitely come by tomorrow evening like I usually do. It’s a nice way to end my evening truth be told. So long as I don’t start thinking about what you do after I leave,” she added. It wasn’t that she wanted to make CC feel bad by bringing it up all the time, she just didn’t want them to have any misunderstandings between them.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Well, maybe I'll just have to give you something else to occupy your thoughts each night eh?" She winked, smirking as they entered Gullsborough. "Now, where is your hotel?"

Lorelai: “It’s down the street by a café I believe. I’ll know it when I see it. And I’m not sure what you mean by that and am even less sure I want to ask.” She’d noticed the way CC had looked at her but was sure that she’d missed something, as CC was still being good, at least she believed she was.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: They kept walking, CC highly amused at how.... innocent 'ell seemed. "Well, I'm sure you can guess babe!" She whispered softly into her ear.

Lorelai: She probably could guess at least part of it, the woman was insatiable it seemed. A part of Lorelai thought that she’d be somewhat calmer when she wasn’t working but that didn’t seem the case. “Are you coming in with me?” she asked, tilting her head up and to the side for a moment to take in CC’s features in the moonlight.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Mmmm, would you like me to?" She asked, looking back at her.

Lorelai: Lorelai nodded. “You could stay with me till I fall asleep. Unless you are in a rush to go back to Silks? I was thinking about what you said earlier and we should try to make more time for one another. If I fall asleep with you beside me, I might sleep better.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "That would be lovely, if you don't mind?" She grinned happily, giving her a squeeze as they went in and she let 'ell lead them to her room.

Lorelai: She was up on the third floor and it didn’t take long for Lorelai to retrieve her keycard and let them both in. It was a standard room with all the basics you’d expect and it was neat and tidy, as Lorelai liked to keep everything in its place. Not that Lorelai had a lot of possessions with her, she was a pretty simple woman in that respect. On the nightstand there were a couple of photos, one of her family, one of her friends, both nicely framed. “You can place the bags on the desk,” she said gesturing to the desk on which the television also sat. “Do you like the room?” It wasn’t really important in the larger scheme of things but she did want CC to feel comfortable there.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC wandered in and looked around, nodding. It was a basic and comfortable hotel room, and she'd seen a few in her working life. Setting the bags on the table as instructed, she spotted the pictures and made a beeline for them. "Yes, it's nice enough as rooms go certainly." She picked up the pictures one at a time and examined them carefully.

Lorelai: “My family and friends,” Lorelai said as CC picked up the photos. She could have pointed out her exes in amongst the dozen or so faces CC was looking at but it didn’t seem the time for the conversation yet. “They gave me those the day I left home so that I would always have those I care most about with me,” she explained without being asked.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Nice" She said and set them down carefully again, crossing one leg over the other as she looked at 'ell with a grin. "Did you enjoy your night tonight?"

Lorelai: “Oh yes. Very much so. The restaurant was very pretty and the atmosphere was serene. I would like to go back there one day. Did you enjoy yourself?” she asked standing in front of CC as she stooped just long enough to grab a hold of one of CC’s hands. She held it gently between her own, one beneath it for support and the other over it as she stroked the back of it with her thumb.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She nodded her head. "Mm Hm. I did." Her stomach rumbled again and she ignored it. "We can easily go back again, not a problem at all - especially as you enjoyed it."

Lorelai: “You should eat something,” she said as she looked into CC’s eyes. “You have been so good to me tonight. I could return the favour if you would like to take a little of my blood?” She withdrew the hand that lay over CC’s and swept it over her head, her hand pulling her hair back from her neck and round over the other shoulder to expose the area for CC to feed from.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She frowned and watched the girl in front of her exposing herself to be fed on. "What? Umm.... really? I mean... ****, you know I'd love to, with how amazing you taste.... But...." She paused, not sure what she was trying to say, or how she wanted to say it.

Lorelai: Lorelai smiled at CC and pulled on her hand a little as she took a step back to give her room to comfortably stand. “You may as well feed from me now…before you take your shoes off. It will be a slightly more challenging process I am sure if I were the taller one in the equation. Correct? Honestly I do not mind. You can feed on me once in a while without harming me. Correct?” She’d obviously given the idea some thought, though she was yet to actually look up how much blood a human could safely lose and how quickly it was replenished.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She nodded her head, but she didn't stand up. Instead, she tugged on 'ell's arm gently - for her - to pull her down onto the bed. "How about we do it a little differently, see if it can't be good for us both?"

Lorelai: Lorelai laughed as CC pulled her closer, she had told the woman to be herself she could expect that she’d behave forever. Besides a little bit of misbehaving was perfectly normal in a blossoming relationship. “You believe it wasn’t good for me before?” she asked, wondering why CC would think she hadn’t received at least the smallest thrill from being fed upon the first time.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She gently brushed her fingers through 'ell's hair, studying her face and smiling. "I... honestly - don't know. I've never thought about it before. I've just.... taken what I wanted and when I wanted. Never hung around to ask how it felt."

Lorelai: She perched on CC’s lap, not wanting to crush the woman having forgotten for a moment just how strong she actually was. “You can ask me if you like. If you want to know how it feels from the other side. But…” Lorelai’s features changed as concern took the place of the happiness she’d felt moments before. “Don’t you worry that those people will go to the authorities? What if someone were to recognise you?”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She shook her head, smiling. "Nope. I usually wipe the experience from their memory. I just kinda.... forgot, to do it with you. Maybe, I just wanted you to remember me.... to stick around." She smiled one hand caressing 'ell's legs and the other still teasing her hair. "So.... you sure you want to do this?"

Lorelai: It wasn’t difficult to feel comfortable around CC like this, after all the woman was a pro. So when asked if she was sure about having CC feed from her Lorelai smiled and nodded, a little distracted by CC’s hands.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC nodded her head and wrapped her arms around 'ell gently, holding her close. Lying backwards with the girl on top of her, she rolled over so that 'ell were under her on the bed. Softly, CC kissed her lips and slowly increased the pressure and intensity of the kiss, all while her fingers teased her sides, legs and in her hair as if she were some sort of octopus who knew all the right buttons to press.

Lorelai: It all felt too good and that worried a small part of Lorelai, that tiny voice inside her mind telling her that perhaps she shouldn’t have lifted the ban on kissing quite so soon. There was nothing she could do however but respond in kind, however her hands didn’t stray; one cupped and caressed CC’s neck while the other lightly held her hip. If the bite had been pleasurable the first time around when she’d not been expecting anything, then this was going to be far more enjoyable than she recalled from that first night.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She could feel that 'ell was enjoying herself, and she was pleased by it. She wanted her to enjoy this, as it meant she'd be able to do it again and again. Releasing ell's lips, she softly and gently kissed down her cheek to her ear. Taking the lobe in her lips, she nibbled on it with her lips, plucking it softly, and then continued to kiss down and along her jawline. She lifted her body from ell's and put a knee on either side of the girl's hips to take up her position where 'ell wouldn't feel trapped - but free and at ease. Her lips continued their journey down and found her neck, softly kissing and plucking at the skin before letting her fangs extend and gently scrape across the pale flesh. She paused then, still kissing with her hands caressing, giving 'ell one last chance to object.

Lorelai: Lorelai hadn’t received this kind of attention in a while and CC was so incredibly gentle and affectionate, that it made the whole experience something quite wonderful. She whimpered softly from the kisses, her hands now on CC’s hips. If she wanted the woman to stop it would have been a good place to push her from, not that Lorelai was anywhere near as strong as CC was. As the fangs scraped her neck, she held her breath and waited, her fingers tensing.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: No refusal came, verbal or otherwise, so with one last kiss to CC's chosen spot - just above the collar bone - her fangs found their mark and pressed against the bare skin. She could feel the skin becoming taught, stretching as far as it could under the pressure from her bite, until it couldn't take anymore. Her sharp fangs seemed to 'pop' through the skin as it suddenly gave way and she'd entered 'ell's body. Her blood welled up and sprang forth, encouraged by a gentle suctioning as CC's lips locked around and created a seal. Slowly and gently she fed, drawing 'ell's blood to her lips, into her mouth and down her throat - all while her fingers continued their caressing over her body to keep her calm and happy.

Lorelai: The initial bite stung and she’d gasped as the pressure built and her skin finally gave way to CC’s fangs. It was an almost indescribable feeling that followed, and it was that that Lorelai enjoyed the most. It was a singularly unique experience to have someone feed from your blood and she closed her eyes before wrapping her arms around CC’s upper body. She held tight to her girlfriend, her fingers moving to grip CC’s shoulder and still she said nothing, all that could be heard were a number of gasps and gentle moans.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC continued until she'd had her fill, and then it all happened in reverse. Slowly her fangs slid free as her tongue licked and teased over the spots that had just been punctured. Her lips kissed and plucked at any and all skin they could get at on her chest, shoulder and neck while her fangs shrank back down once more. Licking her lips to make sure there was no blood left, swallowing a few times to ensure there was as little in her outh as she could, her lips found 'ell's once more and kissed her lovingly.

Lorelai: Transcendent. It was the only word Lorelai had to describe the experience. The kisses she received so attentive, so undemanding and yet she felt loved, adored even by them. Rehearsed. The word came back into her mind as CC’s lips found hers and before she even had the opportunity to frown at her thought, she was lost to her once more. “Wow,” was literally the only word she was capable of saying as their lips parted, the word being more of an expulsion of air even as she tried to catch her breath.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC smiled and rolled off 'ell, sliding to her side to lie along the length of her with one hand on 'ell's stomach tickling gently. "Mmmm. Yes. Wow indeed." She leant in, continuing to kiss and nibble softly on her shoulder as her other hand rested her hand in it, it's elbow on the bed.

Lorelai: Lorelai’s hand moved to caress CC’s face. “Do you feel better now you’ve eaten?” CC’s happiness was more of a concern than her own and once again she made no move to inspect the puncture marks on her skin, or lack thereof. The wound seemed to heal itself almost immediately, something she assumed happened so that vampires could feed without causing mass hysteria in their home town.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "**** yeh!" She grinned, turning her head to kiss the palm of 'ells hand. "So much better. That's like.... the best ******* feeding I've ever had before! Are... you ok?"

Lorelai: Lorelai knew she was grinning like an idiot but she didn’t care. It made her happy that CC was happy. She nodded at the question. “I’ve never experienced anything like that Ana. The only thing I could begin to liken it to would be sex,” she flushed a little at the comment. “Though perhaps that has more to do with the kissing than the biting.” She laughed softly, but the laugh sounded almost nervous now.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC nodded her head, purring softly and without meaning to or being able to stop herself. "I know what you mean. I mean, that connection.... it's more than just ******* sex. That was.... intimate." To anyone else, that would sound absurd - to think that sex wasn't intimate. But to CC, it was a job and a chore most of the time. But this feeding thing, with this sorcerer - it was the closest she thought she'd ever come to true and proper intimacy.

Lorelai: The nervousness she felt instantly dissipated and she rolled onto her side to face CC. “Intimate. Yes. I think that describes it very well. I wish my blood alone were enough to sustain you.” She repositioned herself so that she could press her lips to CC’s, her kiss light and delicate.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC returned the kiss, like for like as her fingers lifted to tangle in the long, blonde hair. When their lips parted, she still held her close and looked at her curiously. "What do you mean? Why wouldn't it be?"

Lorelai: “I’m not very good at biology, so I’m not entirely sure how much blood a person can lose, and how often and still remain healthy. Could we both live off my blood if you were to feed from me daily?” It was strange thinking about the mechanics; it almost cheapened the whole experience in her mind. Only, there was no way in which that moment could be ruined, to Lorelai it was certainly one of, if not the, highlight of her life to date.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: She thought about it for a moment and then nodded her head. "Yes. I've seen no ill effects on my.... on Leo. I've fed from him daily sometimes." She grinned, so pleased with herself. "It's only if I do it more than once a damn night that he gets a bit.... wobbly. But I don't seem to take enough to make you ill. Not so long as you eat properly" She smiled, running her hand down and over 'ell's side and stomach then back up again. She thought she sensed something then - but she shivered at the same tie and put it all down to the pleasurable tingles she was feeling from the intimacy.

Lorelai: She liked the thought that CC could possibly live off of her blood. There was the strangest pang in her stomach when she used the word ‘my’ used before the male name; she didn’t know who Leo was but wasn’t sure she wanted to ask either. Whatever his relationship with CC it was obvious he didn’t make her feel the way she did. “Would you like to feed from me daily?” she asked a little hesitantly. It was perhaps a little soon in their relationship to be offering such a thing and yet it felt right to offer her that.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: Her smile turned into a grin as she nodded her head. "**** yeh!" She coughed and looked a little embarrassed and nodded. "If, yanno, that's ok."

Lorelai: “It’s more than okay Ana. I want to do this for you. With you even. I want my blood to be yours.” She smiled and then quickly brought the back of her hand to her mouth to hide the yawn that came out of no-where. “I’m sorry. I must be more tired than I thought I was.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "It's ok babe" She murmured softly, drawing 'ell into her arms and up against her body and planting a kiss to her neck. "You should get ready for bed."

Lorelai: “I should,” she giggled at the kiss and then slipped from the bed and headed to the bathroom, closing the door behind her. She was in there for no more than five minutes as she went about her usual routine. When she opened the door she was just in her underwear, underwear CC likely wouldn’t approve of. She practically ran to the side of the bed and then stopped and frowned. “I would very much like to get into bed now,” she said one arm over her stomach, the hand gripping the elbow of the other arm in an almost sheepish manner.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC stretched and watched as 'ell scampered for the bathroom, and she just stayed put and waited for her. When she emerged from the bathroom she was in the ugliest lot of underwear CC had ever seen and she didn't even try to hide the horror and disapproval on her face. When 'ell asked to get into bed, CC smiled and lifted the covers for her, rolling aside so there was room for her to get in and then waited.

Lorelai: She knew CC wouldn’t approve of what she had on but she didn’t really care as it was hers and it was comfortable. Slipping into the bed, she took the covers from CC and settled herself down. “Are you sure you want to stay until I fall asleep? You don’t have too. If you have better things to be doing with your time I’d understand.”

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "Nope, absolutely nothing better to do" She said firmly and gathered the girl into her arms, stroking her hair softly as she spooned her

Lorelai: She closed her eyes enjoying having someone beside her. “Ana? You could get under the covers too…if you wanted too.” Her voice was soft and dreamy as if she were already half asleep and she practically yawned the last few words of what she said. She wasn’t likely going to be awake much longer as she felt comfortable, happy and safe with CC beside her; something she hadn’t really felt since she came to the city.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: "No. Not this time" She whispered softly, nuzzling the girl’s neck softly. "You just sleep and relax"

Lorelai: “Okay. Next time,” she whispered back. “Good night Ana.” She’d miss CC when she woke alone in the morning but that thought hadn’t occurred to her. Having said goodnight, she closed her eyes and soon drifted off into a deep and peaceful sleep.

Cinnamon Cherrywhip: CC just stayed there for a good hour or two, her eyes closed as she enjoyed the warmth and the heartbeat - that seemed a little off - and the deep breathing. It was all very relaxing and so she was in no rush to leave. It was only when a little, soft beep echoed that she moved. The reminder telling her she had a client forcing her to get up and leave 'ell where she was. However, before she left, she gave her a little kiss, then rummaged in her drawers to find all of her bras and pants and took them with her when she left.