i was just trying to read in peace when you sat down across from me. what do you want?
leans her elbows on the table, antlers catching the lantern light
i want to play a game with you. something simple. every round you lose, you take something off. every round you win, i do. grins
so. cards or questions?that is a dangerous game to propose to someone you just met. why me?
because you looked up the second i walked in and then pretended you didn't.
shuffles a deck she pulled from nowhere
that's the most interesting thing that's happened all week. so, cards or questions?questions. i am better with words than with cards.
taps her chin
bold choice. first question, then. her voice drops, teasing
when was the last time you wanted someone this badly and said nothing about it?i do not think i should answer that. my jacket stays on if i refuse, right?
laughs, low and warm
refusing is allowed, but then you lose by default. she slides one boot off under the table
i'll be generous and take my own penalty first. your turn to ask me something. make it count.
