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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 12:05 PM
Trigger Warnings for the Following: Mentions of Abuse, Violence, Drugs/Alcohol, Addiction, Sexual Themes such as but not limited to Non-Con and Con.
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 12:39 PM
Angel of Heaven, my guardian dear. To whom Heaven's love commits me here. Ever this day be at my side, to light and guard, to rule and guide. The sounds of cars honking, tires screeching, glass breaking and people shouting outside in the streets below echoed up the run down apartment complex of the slums of downtown. Most of the city was perfectly clean and clear. A tourist spot for conventions and commerce. It bustled normally and was full of the elite status of people that you would imagine living in a busy metropolitan area. The city itself was damn near heavenly, backdropped against a cool glacier fed sound and high cloud touching mountains behind. It was only a few places in this urban area where the city blocks hadn't kept up as well as the politicians promised tax payer dollars would keep them up. They certainly were used often enough in ads to promote themselves to better the economy, better the city, and to get reelected to office. The woman in bed in the studio apartment number 13 slept relatively easy despite the morning noise and the potential for alarms going off around her. She lived alone, as she had most of her adult life, and scraped together what she own with whatever she found for free or with what she could barely afford doing odd jobs. The backfire of a car outside did stir her though, giving her a bit of a fright in her dream of a gunshot. Her hand came up to her face and rubbed at her eyes to try and focus on the daylight streaming in from the cracked living and bedroom window. Fuck.. what time is it? Slowly she turned her phone over, not the newest smart phone out there but one she was happy to buy refurbished and clicked the screen on. 8:45am "SHIT!" Her legs swung off the futon couch that she had procured as her bed and living room furniture and the blankets she'd been using toppled in a heap on the hard wood floor. It wasn't real hard wood, even though the apartment complex liked to think it was. Just that snap together laminat
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e stuff, and not even the high quality crap. The moldings around the edge of the walls were put together haphazardly, some of the boards not even really reaching underneath it. It had obviously been a quick renovation just to get the place ready to rent again. It worked for her at least. Her hands grabbed at her short black and purple hair, stepping over the futon couch to get to her bathroom, a small enclosed room with the bare essentials; a toilet that sometimes didn't want to flush, a sink that had seen better days with a counter top that was some kind of cracked concrete made to look like fake marble, and a tub shower combination insert that allowed for a shower and if you wanted a bath you could sit in the tub at least. Today didn't give enough time for Vivian to shower though. She was already going to be late. Her mirror was a little fogged in the bathroom, a permanent thing she couldn't clean off no matter how she tried, but it worked for her to brush her teeth quickly, run a comb through her curly black and purple hair, and fix the make up she went to bed with on so it didn't look too horrible for her first day. "God Damn it....I'm never gonna make it now...Thanks for nothing!" She griped at whatever invisible entity was supposed to have helped her remember to set an alarm so she could get up on time, pulling on her jeans as quickly as she could, bouncing around on one foot before buckling them up. The pounding sounds of her neighbor underneath her gave her few moments to pause. She didn't care if Mr. Sullivan couldn't hear his conspiracy theorist radio shows about monsters and demons and angels or whatever else. She had finally gotten an interview that stuck at a local coffee shop that didn't care about her piercings or the color in her hair. Grabbing a black t-shirt as she didn't have a uniform yet, Vivian gave it a quick sniff. Yeah... it's clean enough, she thought stuffing it on quickly and grabbing her black leather jacket.
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 12:49 PM
Her stomach growled angrily, while she quick put on her boots, thick up to her mid calf that she quickly put her jeans over top of. She didn't have a lot of nice shoes to wear, so these would have to do even though it did give her more of a punk look. It was all she had. With this job though? She was hoping she could expand her wardrobe. Breakfast has to wait... Again Taking out her keys as she dashed out the door, she looked up at the notice in yellow paper that had been taped there. Big red letters on it with 'Notice of Eviction!' written in bold lettering. "Yeah... I know... I'll talk to Brent tonight... See if I can get another extension.." She said aloud, lifting the knob of her front door just slightly so she could lock it with her key. Taking two stairs at a time, she bounded down to the first floor since her apartment was on the second floor despite being number thirteen. The building was not great, but at least it was fairly centrally located as far as the slums were concerned. There was a bus stop nearby that she could catch and it would take her right to the front of the local café where she was hoping she still had a job. The glass door that was currently boarded up because the punks or kids or whoever they were a few nights ago decided to throw a rock through the front of it creaked like an old codger being asked to do it's job when Vivian leaned against it to leave the building. At least it's a nice day... not raining... but knowing my luck? It probably will start... She was nearly running to get to the bus stop, knowing if she missed this bus she'd be hoofing it to the café about a half hour away. Her boots clomped away quickly as she rounded the corner and broke out into a sprint towards the bus that was leaving. "No no no! Oh Come ON!" she shouted as the public transit screeched forward and away from her, leaving a large cloud of black smoke out it's top. Vivian almost thought it looked like the bus was flipping her off for being just a li
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ttle too late. "Can I Catch a Break!?" There was no way she'd be on time now. But without any other option, she started the brisk run of getting to work, just hoping that she would be turned around because she'd have been fired from another opportunity... again... She was already late by over an hour and while she wasn't really religious because her life hadn't given her the reason to be, Vivian couldn't help but mutter a little disgruntled prayer under her breath as she crossed streets and blocks to work. "Please... Don't let them fire me... I really need this job... If there's anyone out there listening... I could really use a little help..."
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 01:14 PM
The weather outside among the town looked nice enough today. Clouds, but not quite enough for rain. At least not yet. They were getting there though, and it would certainly take time. How long? Maybe the end of the day, the evening? Looks to be about right. Standing on the roof of a community college, was a tall figure, lean in frame but not skinny. They had long brown hair that was loose, free. A beard that was short along the sides but showed a little bit of length towards the chin. Hazel colored eyes and fair skin. Along with the appearance of looking to be be somewhere in their late twenties, they sported a casual long sleeve shirt of a light gray color and a pair of jeans and dark boots. A few ear piercings on their left ear. "You did well getting your kid to college.. Sam.." a female voice spoke. The figure turned their head to look behind them at a dark skinned woman with short curly black hair and chocolate colored eyes. She seemed to be wearing a white shirt and jeans as well as appearing to be in her early 40's. "Thank you, Gloria.. I wanted to make sure he got his life on track early. His parents were hoping he'd get accepted into college" the figure smiled faintly, hopping off the edge of the building and back down onto the roof. Gloria smiled at them, "Well, I think that you should move up from children, Sam.. Our Father says that you are now ready to start on Adults today.." "Adults? No more children? I quite like the work.." Sam raised an eyebrow in curiosity, wondering what the woman had in mind. "Yes, well.. You have been doing this work for 70 years, Sam.. before that you were just assisting Our Father with simple tasks. He wants you to do this for Him. To earn your place in Heaven fully.." she smiled. "Who would I be starting with then?" they asked, watching the female turn her hands palms up to show a faint light coming from them, and the image of a young woman. "She will be your new task.. Vivian Carmichael. A woman down on her luck
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in all ways possible. Not very saintly, but I figure with your expertise in the innocence of children, you may drive her towards a better path. What do you think?" Sam looked at the moving image of the woman seemingly running, trying to catch a bus that was leaving without her. "If Father wishes for me to take this task, then I shall.." "Good, best be on your way. And remember, don't interfere too much.. Children are easy, Adults are unpredictable.. Be careful.." With the blink of an eye, Gloria was gone leaving Samuel alone on the rooftop. "Guess I should go see how down bad this gal is I suppose.." he said quietly to himself. He let his wings appear and spread wide, a vibrant white, fluffy in appearance. Thankfully, Angels remained invisible to Humans unless they chose to show themselves. His wings flapped and he lifted himself off into the air, heading towards his new Task.. Vivian. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 01:44 PM
A small stitch in her side caused Vivian to stop momentarily at the next crosswalk. She doubled over for a minute, smacking the little round button to indicate she wanted to cross the street. Her light gray blue eyes glanced to her side at a man probably in his sixties, huddled against an electric box with a sign made of cardboard asking for 'Anything Helps, God Bless'. His shoes were tattered, and his long unkempt gray bear and hair were patchy to be kind about it. The veteran's patch on his shoulder made Vivian grimace a little. "Don't know about all that..." She said quietly her head gesturing to the cardboard sign he held and it's messaging, before reaching into her pocket for the bus fare she was going to use today to get her to work and tossing it into the homeless man's cup. "But I could use the good karma at least.." The light turned just a moment later and she made a mad dash the rest of the way to the coffee shop on the corner 'Cool Beans'. The young woman, twenty six years old athletically built but not bulky, started straightening out her shirt and dusting off her pants that she realized weren't as clean as she thought they were this morning. Hopefully her new manager wouldn't notice. She pushed open the door and made her way quickly to the rainbow haired man at the counter. Her face spread in an apologetic smile and she tentatively waved at him. He was with a customer, but glanced her way over thick rimmed black glasses. He had a goatee that was curled on each side of his mouth and his hair was well styled in a gentle wave. He had soft brown eyes and his hair was buzzed on the sides. His top rainbow locks shook as he moved his head slightly back and forth in a disappointed way. "I... I'm so sorry... I missed my bus and.. My alarm didn't go off..." Vivian began after the customer had moved to get their drink. Her shoulders sank, her eyes pleading. "I'm so sorry Jason... It'll never happen again I swear." "You were supposed to be here almost two hou
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rs ago Vivian..." The manager said with his arms slightly crossed. "I... I know... I'm really sorry." "I mean... I still could use a little help... but don't let it happen again alright?" He tossed her an apron in black, a color she could get behind, and she frantically put it on. "Oh my god Thank you Jason! You won't regret this I swear!" "Yeah yeah... Just get back here so we can get your training going..." Vivian had never actually worked in a café before, but she did like coffee and the smell and the atmosphere. This was one of those hipster places that didn't mind colored hair, or piercings and the clientele were younger and a little more acceptable. The young woman was glued to Jason's side as he taught her how to use the espresso machine, just how to make the different drinks and the ratios for all the different ingredients. Today thankfully was just training, and Vivian soaked all the information in like a dried up sponge being exposed to water. Jason's mood seemed to improve as he realized she could actually be a fairly good employee... you know when on time. The morning went on with few mistakes, and at about mid afternoon, after having Vivian restock their pastries in the case he tapped her on the shoulder. "Hey, you can be done for the day." "Shit.. Did I fuck up? I'll fix it I swear! Just tell me what I did wr-" She started and Jason just chuckled at her. "Nah Vivian. You're all good. We're just really slow after the morning so we don't need as much help in the afternoon. Besides that, it looks like it might rain later so we'll probably get even less traffic" Jason explained. Despite the city being known for it's constant rain, not many people actually walked the streets when the heaven's opened up to water the earth. Vivian just stood up from crouching behind the counter and nodded. "Al-Alright... Uh.. When do I.. work.. next?" She asked hesitantly. She hoped she'd get a date or a time, not just the answer she dreaded of 'Never'. This job
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 02:10 PM
hadn't been too bad, and she thought she could easily make some money here to get her rent paid, get herself out of the shithole she had been living in for... well her life. "You can come back tomorrow morning. Be here by 7am so you can actually experience the morning rush of people." Jason said handing Vivian a small white tag to put magnetically on her apron. The little gesture, the small tag with her name on it could have made the woman cry. She had a second day of work tomorrow. "Yeah no problem. I'll set a million alarms if I have to! Thanks so much Jason!" She said, taking the tag and adjusting it onto her black apron. Now she really looked official. The loop of the apron came off, and she made her way out of the shop, holding the apron over her arm. The morning had been garbage, but the afternoon had looked up and Vivian sighed smiling a little while she lifted her head up to the overcast and graying skies. A couple small drops, just the threat of the rainstorm to come later that evening hit her face. Well... I need a shower anyway... With no where else to go, and no bus fare, Vivian decided to make her trek back to the apartment. She had a job now, she could pay her rent soon. Brent had to let her stay now. And besides that, who else was going to rent that shitty little studio apartment after her anyway? No one wants a place that small. Her hand ran through her short black hair, just trying to give herself a little bit of comfort. She'd made it through one day, lived through it, and she was going back again in the morning for day two. Things are finally looking up... it's about damn time... She thought, mildly remembering the homeless man she'd given her bus fare to and thinking that perhaps the reason why was because of her little gesture of kindness. "Doubtful." She said aloud, but mostly to herself, crossing the crosswalk and making her way home. She sighed and stuck her hands in her pockets as the rain continued, slowly getting heavier as the
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afternoon made way for the evening. Her stomach was increasingly upset, having missed breakfast and haven't had a damn thing all day afterwards. She pulled her phone out to check her bank account. A grand total of 32.76$ in her bank account. Perfect...Don't spend it all in one place I guess... She thought bitterly, stopping in at a convenience store to pick up something. Premade sandwich that didn't look too off, an energy drink, and a small bottle of vodka to celebrate. Now she had about 10$ left, but at least she could shut her stomach up and she could maybe bribe her landlord to let her stay...
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 02:27 PM
The gentle glide over the city was rather peaceful, nice even. The onset rain that was making it's way into the evening was just as they had predicted. "If I made a bet with Gloria, I would have won this.." they chuckled, flying a bit lower now to scan the streets. Searching for a woman with short black hair and purple highlights.. Where could she be? Sam stopped for a moment, hovering slightly above the city as they held out a hand, palm up and let the visage of the woman come into view. By the looks of it, she was at a convenience store, well, leaving one anyway. She looked a bit brighter now. Good. At least things were looking up. All they had to do was find the woman and they could start their new task. The visage disappeared and the Angel made their way down towards a convenience store they could see a couple blocks away. By the looks of it, a woman was leaving it and fit the description that they had looked at. "Perfect. Now to just.. observe. Nothing too crazy" they smiled, flying lower and landing just a few feet behind her. Sam was invisible to humans, so that was a nice benefit. The wings on their back shrank and disappeared. Casually, the Angel stuck their hands into their pockets and strolled along behind the female, watching her carefully. Shouldn't be too difficult.. she seems fine, honestly.. Why do I have to be tasked with her? they thought, striding up to walk next to her now. Still invisible, but now able to watch her better. Sam stared at the apron she had draped over her arm, the nametag. Did she get hired recently? Is that why she was running? Interesting.. And.. what's this? A sandwich.. that'll hardly fill your stomach, won't it? An energy drink? What sort of energy do you need this late in the day? And.. is that.. alcohol? Is she an alcoholic? Now I see why Gloria wanted me to focus on her.. Of course, this could be just a misconception on their part. As far as they were concerned, Sam thought they were just dealing with an alcoholic.
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 03:06 PM
Vivian felt a light chill but brushed it off thinking it was likely just the temperature dropping with the rain. Too bad she didn't have an umbrella, that would have been nice. Other than the heavy make up she wore and her otherwise more gothic like appearance, she wasn't terrible to look at as far as humans were concerned. She'd always considered herself 'pleasantly and tragically above average' when anyone had given her a compliment. Not like many had. Her fingers fiddled with the packaging of the sandwich she'd bought as she turned down a side street towards her apartment building. "Why do they always make these things so damn hard to fucking open?" She complained under her breath, holding the small plastic bag with the energy drink and vodka bottle on one arm, her apron draped over the other while she struggled with the hard plastic packaging in her hands. "It's like they don't want you to eat it..." She was looking down at the packaging, glancing up momentarily to check to make sure it was safe to cross the next street before doing so. As she stepped back up onto the curb the package finally released and popped open. She stuck one half of it and grimaced a little. It was supposed to just be peanut butter and jelly but she wasn't sure tasting it that it hadn't actually gone bad now. It was, edible but only just. "It's something at least... And now that I've got this job, I'll be able to go buy actual groceries... not just shit from 7-11.." The rain started to get a bit heavier though she was getting closer to home now. She turned again down another alley, one she knew would be mostly covered so she wouldn't get too soaked with the rain while she finished off half of the sandwich and putting the rest of it in her bag to attempt to finish later. Inwardly she doubted she could stomach more than that. As the streets got more and more filthy, she knew she was getting closer to home. Trash pick up wasn't consistent in this part of town, and she regularly had to w
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atch her step for needles that might be laying about. As she got closer, she became more and more nervous, checking corners and looking around the different dumpsters that she walked behind. She didn't just owe her landlord money, and she wanted to be careful not to get caught by someone else looking to collect. Just when she thought she might be safe, another day to live her life and get it back on track, a heavy hand grabbed her shoulder. "Hey Viv... Been a while..." the man's thick bass voice nearly growled at her, whipping the woman around to face him just inside that alley she was trying to leave. "Oh uh... H-Hey....Uh... " Vivian stammered, immediately backing herself up and finding the grimy brick wall of the alley under a fire escape. "Where's my Money Viv?" The man asked, closing the gap between them his arm stuck out over her shoulder to pin her to the wall. "I want my money Viv..." "I.. I know... I d-don't have it yet... I'm working on it though!" She said quickly, holding the apron out as if that would be some kind of conciliation for the brute in front of her. "I'm a patient man Viv... but you've been dodgin' me... What makes you think I want to keep waiting?" Something small, shining in the dim light of the evening and the shadows of the alley gleamed in his other hand. The little blade seemed to dance in his fingers, catching Vivian's attention as if he didn't already have it already. "I... I know... I'm late on rent and I know I owe you too... I'm... I'm tryin' to go straight... I even got a job... so I can start paying you back..." It wouldn't be enough, and she knew that. The man just scoffed at her, lifting that little blade up her shirt. "Maybe I just take what you owe me...Heard you're not a bad lay from Brent...." he snarled, pressing against her and holding that blade dangerously against her chest and throat. Vivian turned her head away.Could really use a guardian angel now... Why does everything go to hell every time for me? Fuck...
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 03:25 PM
Hm, is that.. really food? It looks a bit.. off.. Sam stared at the female, watching her eat half the sandwich and grimace at the taste of it. Did she not have the money for better food? Seems strange to spend money on alcohol instead of something better to eat.. they thought for a moment, following close to her. They had crossed a few streets now, which seemed relatively okay, but it looked like this part of the city was a little worse for wear. Slums? Turning towards an alleyway, Sam stopped, staring as she walked on. Was she crazy? Did she live around here? No way a gal like her lived in a place like this. Did that mean she didn't have hardly any money then? I should have asked Gloria for details.. they sighed, taking a couple steps into the alleyway only to stop and see the gal was up against a wall with a man looming over her, a blade to her throat. Seriously? The devil was playing these kinds of games now? Well, I can't exactly do my job if she dies.. but.. Gloria said that I shouldn't interfere.. Does that mean I just let her die? Sam stared, barely catching the conversation. Seems Vivian owed this guy some money. It's not like Sam could just conjure up cash or anything. Was there a different approach? Taking a deep breath, knowing what they were about to do would probably be reckless, Sam looked around a moment to make sure nobody saw them before allowing themselves to be visible. Human in appearance, male. With an exhale, Sam started to make their way towards the two. Think up something.. They didn't want to lie though, lying was a sin.. But to save her? Maybe a tiny white lie would be okay. Just to protect her. "Hey! There you are! I told you to wait up.." Sam walked forwards, stopping just a few feet from the two. They glanced at Vivian a moment, a look of worry in their eyes before turning to the male. "Do you.. have business with my girlfriend?" they asked. *Father, forgive me.. I am just trying to do the task you gave me.. It's hard t
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o do when they end up dead.. * @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 03:52 PM
Vivian grimaced, keeping her neck as still as possible. No way she wanted to move too much with a blade to her throat. Her shoulders trembled a little and a light whine escaped through clenched teeth. A smear of black fell down her cheek, smudging her make up with that single tear. The man just smiled darkly at her. "Good little slu-" but his words were cut off by a man's voice calling out to the two of them. Vivian glanced over as best she could, seeing the strange man that had addressed them. She'd never seen him before in her life, and her eyes showed the confusion on her face. Mostly at his words. Girlfriend? Who the fuck are you?? Her mind worked frantically; she didn't know this guy... was he trying to help her? Just a kind good samaritan or something? Those don't exist She thought but quickly the memory of earlier where she'd given her bus fare to the homeless man flashed across her head as if her subconscious was correcting her. That wasn't anything... I needed the good karma...Obviously wasn't enough. "Girlfriend? Get lost buddy...This don't concern you." The man said gruffly, lifting back a little and taking that blade just slightly away from Vivian's neck while he looked the strange man that appeared over. At first glance, it didn't look like he was armed, so the assailant just cautiously watched the disguised angel, unaware of course of that fact. Vivian wasn't confident enough to do anything yet, the blade was still too close for comfort and could easily be used against her still if she were too move too quickly or try and defend herself from Tony's advances. "C-C'mon Tony... " Vivian's voice said in a hushed whisper addressing her attacker. "Be reasonable... I'll... I'll get it to you... I s-swear..." The man just leaned back over her again. "I'm done with your excuses Viv. I'm gonna take what you owe me outta your ass..." He smirked cruelly, gesturing in a crude way to the man who had shown up out of nowhere. "Your fuck toy can watch all he
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wants." "God damn it Tony... P-Please...Don't do this.." she pleaded, her gray eyes glancing back at the man who she didn't know but would much rather owe him than owe Tony. At least he feigned concern genuinely enough.
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 04:03 PM
Seems this guy here with the blade was named Tony. Not a friendly face, that's for sure. Words wouldn't cut it, it seems. But Sam didn't want to resort to physical intervention, anything but that. And.. what was this that he called them? A.. 'fuck toy?' What in God's name was that? "Look, Tony.." Sam started, taking some steps towards the pair. "I'm sure.. Vivian can work up the money to pay you back.." Standing next to the pair now, Sam raised a hand and grasped it over the sharp blade, protecting the female's neck from being stabbed. Blood seeped from the deep cut in their hand, but it looked like Sam was being serious now, forcibly moving the blade away from her neck. "This does concern me.. You're threatening her, and I don't like that. So back off, please.." I have a feeling this guy is gonna assault me now after intervening.. But that's fine.. if she can get away safely, then at least I'm doing my job as a Guardian.. Sam glanced at Vivian, before mouthing the words 'Run' to her, right as they felt the blade stab them. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 04:29 PM
This guy was nuts. Why on earth would be be willing to risk his own life for her? He didn't even know her! Vivian flinched a little, watching the blood fall from this strange man's hand. He'd gotten much closer, and Vivian's eyes darted from this stranger who willingly was stepping in the way of the danger Tony posed and Tony himself who just seemed to get more irritated that this guy couldn't take a hint. She didn't have time to think or to react, the word 'Run' was mouthed but she couldn't find the feeling in her legs to do as she as told. Instead, Vivian watched Tony stand up straight to face the man, taking that small switchblade and twisting it into Sam's side right below his ribcage in one swift aggravated movement. "I Told you to Get Lo-" Tony growling voice was cut off again, groaning loudly instead and doubling over in pain. Vivian had found the instinct to kick him square between the legs as hard as her thick boots would allow. Breathing heavily, full of adrenaline as Tony faltered backwards, she snatched the neck of the vodka bottle in her hand from the bag on her arm and brought the bottle proper down hard onto the assailant's head. The thick thud of the glass against Tony's head would certainly be enough to daze the bastard at least. Just my luck, didn't break! She thought just momentarily glancing at the intact vodka bottle as Tony curled on the disgusting concrete holding himself while a concussion was surely building. Vivian then turned to the man who'd tried to help her. No, who Did help her. She certainly would have been raped or killed in that alley had he not stepped in. And what was worse, because of her, he'd been stabbed. "C'mon... This way." She said quickly, feeling obligated to help the strange guy, and grabbing his hand with her free one to pull him along. Tony wouldn't stay down for long, so to avoid any further confrontation with the bastard, a hasty retreat was necessary. She'd have to deal with him and her actions later, but this
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kind stranger was more a priority since he was the one who got hurt because of her.
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 04:43 PM
The sting of the cut on their palm and the warm blood oozing from their wound did hurt some, but what also hurt a bit more was the blade that found itself just under their ribcage, twisting it firmly. Gosh, that.. hurts a little bit.. I shouldn't be able to feel pain so.. why? Is this Father punishing me? Or maybe.. I just never actually got hurt before in my human form.. That has to be it.. Sam thought just as they were about to push Tony away, the man had doubled over. Sam looked to the female who lowered her boot. Did.. she just kick him? Wow. What was even more crazy? She tried to bash him over the head with the liquor bottle. Did some damage though. The female had reached out and taken hold of their hand, pulling them away quickly from Tony who was doubled on the ground now. The last thing Sam wanted to do was hurt a human, but this guy didn't seem like much of a good person so they didn't feel too bad about it. Sam's gaze turned to stare at the back of Vivian's head. They looked down at the bloodied hand she held, then looked at the stab wound in their side. "I'm alright.. You don't need to worry so much about me.." they spoke to her. All they were doing was just trying to keep her alive, yet here he was going around interfering with the life of a human. Despite her appearance, she seemed.. nice. Gosh.. this is.. really starting to hurt now.. I thought I'd be fine but.. dang.. they thought, wincing a bit. Where was she taking them anyway? @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 05:01 PM
"Yeah my ass you're alright..." Vivian snapped over her shoulder. She wasn't actually angry, just full of adrenaline and fear and absolutely flabbergasted that this guy had just taken a stabbing for her. Those soft gray eyes spied her apartment complex and she dashed up the stairs to the boarded up doors that creaked angrily when she flung them open. "Just Shh." She said quietly, pulling him along firmly but gently up to her apartment door. Her hand left his for a minute and she flinched seeing the blood that coated it. "Jesus Christ. Fuck." She swore her hand digging into her jacket pocket for her keys, fumbling them a little before stuffing the right one into her doorknob's lock and opening the door. "Get in." It wasn't a request, it was more an order for this guy. Once safely inside her small studio apartment, her metal door securely latched and locked she exhaled loudly against the door, her forehead hitting the surface softly. "Who in the hell are you? Why the fuck did you help me? I mean... What the fuck is wrong with you? Do you have a death wish or something?" They weren't actual questions, more frustrated rhetorical outbursts than anything else. Her ear pressed against the door, just checking that the corridor was empty and would remain vacant before she walked over to her kitchen sink. The bag on her arm unceremoniously deposited on the cheap countertop, the vodka bottle sat in the metal sink so she could open the cabinet under it for her first aid kit. Her heart pounded and she took a shaky breath. "I mean... Thank you... You... You saved my life... Least I can do... is make sure you keep yours..." Infections from stab wounds were not uncommon, and with how gross Tony was, Vivian was sure that his knife wasn't as clean as it looked. "Go... sit down... not the first time I'll have to get blood stains out of something..." a light gesture was made to her living room that doubled as a bedroom. Her blankets were still strewn about from this morning's
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scramble to get to work. Other then that, she did have a small round table and a pair of mismatched chairs. Not that she ever had guests to sit with at it, but it made the rickety little table seem more complete with more than one chair around it. She couldn't afford a television, but she had bought a small tablet at a thrift store at one point and used that to surf the internet that other neighbors had with their unsecured or easily guessed wifi passwords.
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 05:13 PM
Being led along towards her apartment, Sam didn't speak until they were brought up the stairs and through the complex towards her apartment. The number 13 in plain view on the door. So this was where she lived? In an old apartment? Well, better than the streets. Once inside, the sound of the door closing and the soft thump of the female's forehead against the door. Sam didn't know if they should say anything to her. They had lied once already pretending to be this woman's boyfriend, so it was best not to lie too much more. Afraid that God would punish them more for their sins. "I.. am sorry.. for intervening.." Sam said softly, moving themselves to take a seat in one of the chairs by the small round table. "I saw you were in trouble.. I didn't know what to do.. so.. I'm sorry if I scared you any.." She also seems to swear a lot.. I'll have to make a mental note of that. Something to work on with her if possible.. they thought to themselves. It seemed that the woman was asking all these questions to them, and Sam didn't know if they should answer them. They were supposed to remain hidden from humans, so the fact that they had exposed themselves already made answering them a problem. But they did the best that they could. "My name is Samuel.." they spoke softly, raising their hand slightly to look at the deep cut on their palm. "I'm glad you weren't hurt.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 05:33 PM
"Well...I did say Thank you for that you know... I mean I'm glad you intervened but what kind of nut job just... gets himself fucking stabbed over someone they've never met?" The sink was turned on, as cold as it could get which wasn't hard since hot water wasn't super great in the building. Vivian flinched at the blood transferred on her hand and quickly washed up, letting the water run a little so the blood could drain properly. Taking a small ragged looking towel she dried her hands and grabbed the first aid kit and vodka bottle before striding over to him at the table. "Samuel? That's kind of old school..." She commented, blinking a little. "Well.. You didn't scare me any Sam... I was more shocked that someone stepped in at all...I was pretty sure Tony was gonna fuck me raw over two hundred damn dollars...." She didn't even really notice anymore how much she swore in public. In her home either. It was just part of her vocabulary, and it often got her in trouble. Or fired. She blinked a little, putting the kit and the bottle on the table that rocked a bit as it wasn't quite balanced and pulling the other chair up in front of him. Her fingers unzipped the kit, and she pulled out some larger bandages and gauze. It was a pretty well stocked up kit with antibiotics, ointments, no pain killers, but plenty of cloth to use as rags too; When Vivian had overheard someone in a store saying it was something that nurse's tended to use she had made sure that was the one she stole. She had dealt with her fair share of abuse to know having a good first aid kid around was invaluable. She popped open the vodka bottle and soaked it a little with one of the rags in the kit. She didn't have hydrogen peroxide to sterilize and clean the cut, so this would be the next best thing. Gently, she reached forward and pulled Samuel's hand closer to her, carefully applying the rag to his cut first. She'd have to have him lift his shirt in a minute to take care of his side. "I'm... I'm so
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rry you got hurt because of me. I mean... You were stupid for stepping in....but... I appreciate it..." The rain outside began to thicken, and pound gently on the glass windows. A thought struck her though... It only just came to her as she was cleaning the cut and listening to the thick rain on the window. "How... did you know my name... was Vivian?" She asked. Tony had called her 'Viv', not her full name. How did this stranger know her full name? It could have stood for anything, not just Vivian; How did Sam know it?
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 05:46 PM
Sam's eyes watched Vivian as she washed off the blood that had been on her hand from them. She grabbed a first aid kit and the alcohol and brought it over to the table, setting them down and pulling up the second chair to sit near them. She commented on how old school their name sounded and they just tilted their head a bit in confusion. Was their name really that old? They never really questioned much about the age of a name. Just that it was given to a person. Some had meanings. For Samuel, their name meant 'God has heard' which did sound a bit ironic in the sense that Sam was here helping a gal down on her luck. "I rather like my name.. My Father gave it to me after all" they said with a soft smile. They watched as Vivian took their hand, palm facing up and worked on disinfecting the wound with some alcohol. It stung like crazy and it made Sam's entire arm tense from it. "I've never been injured before, so I'm a bit surprised by the pain" they admit faintly. Although, the question that Vivian had brought to their attention made them lift their gaze from their hand to look at the female. How did they know of her name? Gosh, that's right.. I let her name slip! I mean, Viv is short for Vivian.. What other name would it be used for? I'll just tell her it was a lucky guess.. "Lucky guess? I kind of just guessed it from the nickname that guy.. Tony was it? That he gave you.." This was another white lie that they didn't like telling, and they knew the punishment for this would be coming up soon. That stab wound in their side would surely hurt the most.. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 06:03 PM
"Well... at least you know you're dad I guess... " Vivian huffed a little. "Not sure if my bitch of a mom gave me the name Vivian or not or if it was just chosen for me in the system but I guess it works as much as anything else... Samuel sounds like your the Pastor's son or something...Hope you don't mind I just call you Sam." Her gray eyes glanced up to see his soft smile, and feel him tense as she cleaned up the wound. She initially paid it no mind as that seemed like a perfectly normal reaction to the pain, but her head tilted at his next statement. Did he just say that, he'd never been hurt before though? "Wow... you must have been pretty lucky... Never been hurt at all Sam? Fuck... Did you live in a bubble or something?" She jested, not knowing a day where she hadn't cut herself, been slapped, fallen over, gotten a bruise or whatnot. It was part of life, and this guy had never been injured? Never knew pain? She even gently smiled at the idea which certainly made her look nicer than her normal smirk or scowl. Vivian didn't often have things to smile about, so it wasn't a practiced behavior. "Hmm... I guess that's fair... " Vivian said slowly, beginning to wrap Sam's hand after she had cleaned the blood off of it. "Hope you don't need stitches... I uh... don't know how to do those..." Vivian shuddered a little at the thought. She never really liked blood. She'd been around plenty of it and it was always hurt. Always pain and anguish. It just, made her queasy. Once satisfied that his hand was wrapped well enough to stop the bleeding further but not too tight to cut off circulation to his fingers, the young woman released his hand. She took a bit breath and sighed. "Alright... Take the shirt off so I can get to the other one. I'm not askin' either Sam... You've no idea where that fucker's blade has been.... Wouldn't be much of a thank you if I let you get sick or something with herpasiphilaids or whatever else that bastard's used that knife on..." This was s
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aid nonchalantly as she got another rag prepped with her vodka to clean his next wounded area.
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 06:17 PM
"I mean.. I've been around my Father all my life.. He isn't really a parent though.. I don't have those.." Sam said, watching her work on cleaning the wound and wrapping it up. She commented saying how their name sounded like it belonged to a Pastor's son. They couldn't help but smile faintly at the idea. "I suppose so.. I don't mind the nickname though.." Vivian seemed to be surprised that Sam had never been hurt, never felt pain. I.. guess this is a bit hard to explain, but.. I don't want to exactly lie anymore.. they thought, taking a breath and exhaling. "I mean.. the work that I do.. Doesn't exactly have me getting into situations that involve defending a woman from an attacker.. I mainly worked with kids.. This was a first for me too.." they admit, lowering their hand some to rest in their lap after it was taken care of. Once the hand was taken care of, Vivian asked for them to remove their shirt so the stab wound could be looked at and tended to. "Okay.. I don't mind removing my shirt" was all Sam said before reaching down and pulling their shirt up and over their head, setting it on the table with a mix of fabric and blood stained into it. Sam's body was lean, but not skinny. They had a fair bit of muscle definition but nothing that screamed athletic or toned. It was just.. enough. No hair on the chest or any sign of a belly button for that matter. On their back were a set of wings, a tattoo of sorts along the shoulder blades that went down the rest of the back. Fluffy and white, beautifully detailed. Though mainly hidden from their hair. The wound itself looked pretty deep, so the moment that alcohol tipped rag were to touch the wound his abdomen would tense up considerably. Sam gripped their knee at the intense sting, groaning and gasping at the pain. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 06:40 PM
Well glad you're not modest I guess... Vivian thought to herself, watching as Sam removed his shirt with ease. It wasn't the first time she'd seen a guy without his shirt on after all, so it was hard to get her to really react. She carefully put the rag to his open wound and winced herself at his reaction. "Sorry Sam... but trust me... it's better this way..." She tried to assure him, being a bit softer with her treatment of the stab wound. It was pretty deep, he might actually need stitches which made her grimace at the thought. Maybe... I can tape it closed enough...fuck... it's not like we're near a hospital... not like I can afford the hospital bill either for this guy... "So... you're an orphan too huh? Ward of the state?" Vivian decided to change the subject, thinking that maybe talking about the pain would be a bad idea, but instead going back to what he'd said about not having parents. She knew that feeling at least. "Me too... been in foster care til I aged out... sounds like you had a good home though, if you never got smacked around..." Well this wasn't a conversation she wanted to have either. Being reminded of the different homes and different levels of abuse she had to deal with wasn't exactly a pleasant set of memories to talk about. So don't talk about the pain on his side, and don't talk about her shitty childhood growing up. Vivian did her best to be gentle, wiping at the blood as it ran down his side. When she moved it back up she lightly reached around to his back a bit, making sure there wasn't any dried blood there. Vivian wouldn't linger there, soon moving the rag and looking through her first aid kit for something to close the wound, wrestling with herself that she might have to look up a tutorial or something on how to give stitches. "You... worked with kids? So not anymore I take it?" Vivian said, pulling some tape out and beginning to use that to close the wound up first, pulling the wound closer together to close it better. "Wha
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t brought you out here? There's not like... a YMCA or anything nearby here... no school or anything... For someone who's never felt pain before, lived with your Dad all your life, and well... looks the way you do." She faintly gestured to him, meaning his age not necessarily his looks. "I'm kind of curious what brought you all the way the fuck out here..." A soft chuckle escaped her mouth at the idea that had come to mind. Her hands gently placed a patch over the wound now, satisfied that it wouldn't reopen as long as Sam didn't do anything too strenuous. "I mean... You kind of showed up out of fucking nowhere... Can't just be 'Right place Right time' you know? That's some insane luck... Either really great luck for me which never happens or super shitty luck for you... which is probably my fault too so... sorry about that Sam..."
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 06:56 PM
Sam tilted their head a bit as Vivian assumed they were an orphan. "Not.. really? I mean.. it's.. complicated.. Hard to explain really.." How were they to explain to her their situation? It would be a bit difficult to comprehend with not having parents but having a father. "I mean.. I didn't really.. grow up.. in a home or anything.. I just worked for my Father.. Whatever He asked of me, I did.. It's what I'm doing now.." Sam admits. The Angel watched as Vivian sifted through her first aid kid for some tape, working on closing the wound with it. An interesting way to close a wound, but they wouldn't complain. Vivian seemed a bit interested in Sam's past though, which made them freeze up a bit, but relaxed after a moment. "Yeah, I worked with kids for quite a while.. I.. am starting to work with Adults now instead.. Though, seeing how today has gone so far, it's proving a bit of a challenge.." Slowly, Sam took a breath, their hands resting in their lap for a bit. "I've worked all over the place.. Wherever my Father needed me, that's where I went.. Life with children was peaceful.. easy to manage.. Adults.. well.." Sam gestured to the stab wound, "Shows I still have much to learn.. I'm glad my first Adult encounter wasn't completely bad though. So, thank you for that.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 07:16 PM
Vivian shook her head a little listening to him. So... not an orphan, he didn't really grow up? So what did he have to be the adult in the house of something? None of what Sam was saying was making sense to her. This guy's a weirdo for sure.... Maybe he's high or something... And he's so dedicated to his dad it sounds like... "You know... it just makes you look weirder to thank someone for getting stabbed on their behalf Sam..." Vivian smirked at him, rolling her eyes a little "So...You just kind of blindly do what Daddy says? I mean... Have you ever thought about doing something that you wanted to do?" It was a little more blunt than she'd meant to be, though a valid question for the woman to ask him. Did he not have a goal for himself? Aspirations or dreams? Seemed a bit odd to her if he didn't. If he was content with being bossed around by his dad or something all his life. "I mean... I guess it's nice that you get to work with your Dad... at least you're making money then... But I mean... are you like, forced into the 'family business' or something then?" She had pulled out the needle and suture thread now, knowing the patch of tape she'd used wouldn't work or be sufficient enough to keep the wound completely closed. Her gray eyes were looking over the instructions, reading them carefully and biting her lower lip. No way he was going to be able to get to a clinic though, and in this downpour outside? They'd probably ask more questions or he'd bleed out. Yeah... can't let that happen. Suck it up buttercup... it'll be... ok... She thought to herself. "Your first Adult encounter? So you don't talk to other adults or anything? Fuck you are sheltered Sam..." She said with a light laugh on her face. The way he talked was odd too, but she couldn't quite place why. So formal maybe? Maybe he went to a prep school or something. Her soft gray eyes looked at the taped up wound, ready to be sewn closed and she swallowed hard. "Alright... uh... this is gonna suck... l
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ike a lot... but you'll get an infection or something if we don't close it up and it could get worse if it's left open like that...and with the rain you'll probably just bleed out if you try and get to a clinic which is a few miles from here...So..." Vivian got herself as close as she could, continuing to eye the instruction pamphlet on the table and making little sewing motions with her hand as if practicing how to do the little knots that were shown in the instructions. It was clear she was a little nervous about doing this, having never done it before, but she really didn't want this kind, albeit strange guy to be hurt because a loan shark attacked her.
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 07:29 PM
Seems explaining things would be more complicated than they thought. It's not like they could tell her that they were an Angel though. It'd probably freak her out, or rather, she wouldn't believe them. "I do it because I trust Him.." Sam watched Vivian as she was looking over the pamphlet on how to sew. She looked, nervous for some reason. Was she afraid that she'd mess up? Hurt them more? "I'm perfectly fine with serving my Father. I've never really thought of what I wanted to do. Probably because I don't have such desires.." they said calmly, only flinching now as they felt the needle poke at their skin. A sharp intake of breath. Feeling that needle poke and move through their skin, along with the thread slipping through the punctured holes was an odd feeling. They'd never been stitched up like this before. The way she spoke though, made it sound like Sam worked for their Father. That they made a living and got paid for it. "Oh, no.. I don't make any money from my work. Money means nothing to me. No desire or need for it" they smiled a bit, shaking their head and wincing some more at the needle poking through their skin. "I've never worked with Adults before, never spoke or interacted with them.. I've always worked with kids.." Sam was silent for a moment before speaking up again. "Sorry if I am confusing you.. It's.. difficult to explain my situation.. to a Human.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 07:44 PM
"Sorry.." Vivian would say every so often, watching Sam flinch or take an intake of breath. She was doing her best to try not to make it more painful than it already was. She listened idly to him though, working with tight little stitches neatly just like the instructions showed for the size and depth of his wound. Vivian was glad for the few images that showed her how to do this. I should steal another one of these kits if I get the chance.... replace the shit I've used... She was about halfway down the wound when she stopped, blinking a little. He had no need for money? No desire for it? So... you're some rich guy or something? And you... Serve... your father? Like a slave or something? The more Sam spoke, the weirder he seemed. Vivian was starting to think that she'd have to get the name of the dealer in the area as Sam had to be high on something more than life. She still wondered what he did for work, saying he'd worked with kids and was only just starting with adults. Maybe he was some kind of rich, daddy's boy, counselor or something? Vivian couldn't really fathom a guess. "Well... you're kind of a confusing guy Sam... Honestly I just wanted to keep you talking so you could focus on something other than the pain... Sorry if that wasn't helping though...." Vivian trailed off, as if she wanted to keep talking but something he had said made her stop. Did she hear that right? Had to have. She was inches from him, it wasn't like she was hard of hearing, and Sam didn't have a stutter or anything. Her gray eyes stared at the wound, finally closing it with a neat little stitch at the bottom and covering it back up with gauze and a patch to keep it clean, dry and clear of infections. She chuckled a little. She had to have heard him incorrectly. "What do you mean, to a Human? What are you some kind of fucking alien or something? Should I phone home for you?" She jested, her gaze looking away from his wound finally and it just registering that while at first he
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had looked perfectly normal for a guy, he was a little... off. The lack of a belly button was what gave it away, Vivian finally noticing it or the lack of it as she started packing up the first aid kit materials into their red box. Maybe... he had some kind of accident? A Surgery? No he said he'd never been injured... Can you be born without a belly button? I don't think so right? Vivian looked him up and down before scooting her chair back a little so she could see him straight on, those gray blue eyes a little piercing with confusion, concern, and uncertainty, waiting for an answer.
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 07:58 PM
I've said too much.. I need to stop talking, now.. Sam thought, standing up from their seat and backing away from the female, turning around and rubbing their neck a bit. This caused Sam's hair to move a bit out of the way, showing off the winged tattoo along the shoulder blades and down the back. "Honestly.. I shouldn't be talking to you, Vivian.. I was given orders to not interfere, and here I am doing more than that.. Father won't be pleased.. neither will Gloria when she finds out.." they mumbled the last bit to themselves. "Adults are hard to manage, kids were easier.. How am I gonna get out of this.." the supposed male mumbled to themselves some more. It's like the more they talked, the harder it was to explain themselves. Why.. did I interfere like that.. All because I didn't want her to die.. Why? They could have found a new Human for me.. why did I want to prove myself with her? "I.. should probably go. I apologize for bothering you, Vivian.." Sam said quickly, turning towards the table and reaching for their shirt. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 08:15 PM
Vivian's eyes widened a bit when Sam suddenly stood up and moved away from her, turning his back a little and showing off quite the intricate tattoo on his back. Her eyes watched him carefully and when he went to grab his shirt she snatched it away. "Uh uh... No way Sam." She said, taking the shirt out of his reach and pushing her chair away from him, standing up herself. "Given orders, not to interfere? So... You were sent to do what exactly? To Watch me? IS that why you were in that alley? Were you stalking me or something?" It was Vivian's turn to be a bit panicked, pacing around her room a bit with his shirt tight in her hands. "Look, I'm not mad or anything... You fucking saved my life... I'm just a little confused... Cause you're not making any fucking sense Sam..." She said, continuing to pace a little. Vivian's feet had moved her closer to the front door, the only exit really for the apartment. It wasn't like she had any right to keep him there, but as there was a storm blowing outside and she had just finished stitching the guy up, on top of his weird statements that he kept making well... Vivian felt obligated to keep him there until she at least got a straight answer out of him. Her mind raced at everything he had said to her. He didn't seem high, he talked like he was perfectly sane but what he said was something completely out of left field. A hard turn to crazytown. "Let's recap shall we?" Vivian said a little sternly, the hint of a smile on her face mostly at how ridiculous all this sounded. "You said you don't have parents, but you have a Dad. Didn't grow up. Work in some family business that doesn't earn any money, not that you want money anyway cause in your words " She raised her hands and gave air quotes for the next work "you 'don't desire it'....You just so happened to be in that alley way even though there are no kids areas there when you said you worked with kids... But now you're working with Adults, which is new for you? And now you s
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aid you were given orders to not interfere? Interfere with What, or Who exactly? With me?" She blinked a little, shaking her head, continuing to pace in front of the door now. "On top of all that, you seem to be missing something pretty basic for any kind of human life, referred to me as a 'Human' which... Hi you too I thought...Though I will say..." she shrugged a little at this small side note added to her recap of the conversation so far. "You do have a kick ass tattoo... The wings are beautiful... but... that doesn't stop me from wondering....." she took a deep breath, having used nearly all of it do to her recap and keep herself upright while pacing. "What exactly in God's name are you?"
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 08:28 PM
"H-Hey! Return that to me.." Sam said, watching the female snatch the shirt quickly from them. Guess whe was trying to figure out exactly what they were. Not like she'd get a proper answer out from it. But the way she was telling them all this information that they'd said to her.. they really did say too much, huh? "It's.." Sam started to say, wondering how they were going to explain this. Yet here Sam was asking.. in God's name no less. Wanting to know what they were. Dont bring Father into this.. I'm sure he is already seeing my failure in action.. I'm not gonna earn my place for good.. I may as well just suck it up.. I'll be punished later anyway.. "I'm.. an Angel. A.. Guardian Angel. Yours, starting today.." Sam closed their eyes, facing away from Vivian, not wanting to look her in the eyes. She won't believe me.. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 08:48 PM
At first, Vivian just stood still, looking at Sam like she wasn't sure if he was actually there or if he was just actually crazy. Her gray blue eyes blinked a couple times slowly, taking in what he was saying. "An... Angel..." She repeated, her voice not convinced. "A... Guardian Angel... Mine... actually....Really..." Of all the things she thought he might say; he was a spy, or a stalker, or he worked with someone else that she must have owed money or favors to and he was monitoring her to collect or something, or he was going to take her himself to collect for said other party.... Not at all did she expect him to say, that he was some kind of celestial being, like a guardian angel. It started slow, her lips trembling a little as she tried her best to keep the shocked and stern look on her face. It built a little as the moments passed until she could stand it no more. Her snickering turned into full on laughter, even a cute little snort as she tried to regain her breath. She doubled over a little holding her sides, wheezing a bit before taking a hand to wave at her face to keep from crying. "Wait wait wait wait wait wait wait.....You're... Pfft... You're not serious..." She gasped, attempting to take a deep breath to try and steady her words. "You've gotta be fucking with me... Who put you up to this? Cause seriously... If you're My Guardian Angel.... then I feel so bad for you." Stifling her giggles, she moved back towards him, wiping her eyes a little and trying to clear her face of the makeup that was running a little down her face with the tears that'd fallen in her laughter. Every so often she'd let another soft giggle escape and shake her head. "Sam... I am probably the last person on earth who's got a Guardian Angel for starters.... Wasn't looked after or guarded all my life, so excuse me if I'm a little skeptical...Either that or someone upstairs is fucking with you...Gave you an assignment for a lost cause." She shakily took another breath, chu
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ckling softly as she came back down from the fit of laughter she'd been given. "Fuck... I haven't laughed that hard ever I think..." She said softly, idly glancing down at the shirt in her hands. It would definitely need to be fixed and washed, before the blood stained it permanently. "Thanks for the laugh Sam... I didn't know how badly I needed that....If you don't want to actually tell me then whatever I guess... I won't call Area 51 or anything, since I kind of owe you my life and all... But seriously... A Guardian Angel? That's the lie you come up with?" Her voice was more lighthearted, a little more joking with him. She obviously thought he was pulling her leg, not wanting to tell her the truth. "I mean... If I asked you to prove it, would you?"
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 08:58 PM
Sam flinched a bit, hearing the woman in front of them break out into a fit of laughter. Of course she wouldnt believe me.. they thought, staring at the human before them who was blocking the door and had their shirt. It was the first time ever that Sam actually felt... humiliated. I.. cant show her my wings.. That's one of the biggest rules as a Guardian Angel.. but she's asking me.. Do I? The Angel appeared to be conflicting with themselves but sighed heavily, hanging their head. "F-Fine.. Just.. dont freak out.." Sam swallowed, taking a deep breath. The ink on their back started to shift, gaining dimension and becoming more real. They started small at first, barely visable from the front until they came out more, spanning the length of the room, if they were to spread. Sam kept them folded though, not wanting to destroy anything in her apartment. Sam had never shown their wings to any mortal, so this was really scary for them. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 09:10 PM
Vivian blinked a little hearing him. "Wait, what?" She had been kidding, not actually thinking that he would or that he could prove something like that. Her eyes glanced towards his shoulders as something started to move behind him, enlarging and shifting, something that hadn't been there earlier. Something that had been merely a tattoo just a few moments ago. "Holy fucking shit..." There was no smile on Vivian's face this time. She took a few steps back and ended up hitting her hip into the corner of her kitchen countertop. "Ow Fuck God damn it." She swore loudly, holding her side where the sharp edge had hit just at the right spot to perk a nerve. Wait... I... probably should try and watch what I say... right? "Y-you....You weren't...lying to me...?" Her words were quiet as she sunk to the floor in front of her kitchen, her back to the counter wall. She couldn't take her eyes off of the man, no the Angel in front of her. The intricately done tattoo had become a pair of beautiful fluffy wings on his back, and try as she might there was no trick of the light she could find that could explain that away. Sitting on her floor, she put her head in her hands for a moment. "I'm... I'm dreaming. This isn't real. I'm dreaming. You're a dream. That has to be what this is... Fuck I'll never drink Mind Erasers again if this is the kind of lucid dreaming bullshit that comes with it..." She was more muttering to herself, no longer joking, and trying to come to grips with what she was witnessing in her shitty studio apartment. But... I just walked into the counter, and that hurt....Like really hurt... You don't feel pain like that in dreams... The thought she had was slowly making her realize, this wasn't a dream and couldn't be explained away so simply. "I'm... I'm not freaking out..." she tried to say in a reassuring way, though her voice was a little shaky. Sam had asked her not to freak out after all, so she wanted to try not to. "B-but....Why me? Not like.. I'm no
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t... grateful I guess... but...I'm not... someone worth saving or protecting...."
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 09:22 PM
Sam watched her, seeing how surprised and possibly terrified and confused she was. This had to be a bad idea. They had never exposed themselves like this before, and it was making them queasy just thinking about it. Should I.. comfort her? No, what if she gets angry and attacks me? Sam thought a moment but shook the thoughts from their mind and stepped towards her. Sam's movements were slow as they knelt down in front of the female. Slowly, Sam reached out and gently pulled her into a hug, letting their wings softly envelop them. "Y-You can.. touch them.. just.. be careful. They're sensitive.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 09:34 PM
Vivian had been staring at the ground when Sam decided to walk toward her. She saw his knee in front of her when he knelt down and she froze. Vivian hadn't been a saint, had been down on her luck most of her life, scraped by what she could and was barely able to survive. And now there was an Angel, her guardian angel apparently, gently hugging her on the ground of her crappy studio apartment. "Y-You can.. touch them.. just.. be careful. They're sensitive.." The woman moved her head just slightly in Sam's embrace, her eyes glancing at the fluffy white appendages that had enveloped the pair. This... This can't be real... Vivian thought, hesitantly lifting a hand, shaking like a fresh fall leaf towards the wings near to her. Her fingers paused just briefly before the very tips of them lightly grazed the edge of couple of the flight primary looking feathers. They sure felt real, which surprised her. Daring herself to, she reached out a little further, to let more of her fingers softly pet at the feathers. Stroking once, then twice. Each time it seemed that they were just confirming more and more that they were in fact really there. It wasn't some elaborate hoax or prop and the light movements it made were proof enough at their real-ness. "I....I'm sorry... I... " Vivian said in a hushed whispered voice, her body shaking a little as a few genuine tears fell down her face. "I... I thought you were... fucking with me... I'm... I'm s-sorry I laughed..." The realization that she had not only swore multiple times in front of an angel, but gotten him hurt because a loan shark had been after her, that she'd pestered and all but interrogated him in her home, but on top of all of that she had laughed herself damn near silly at him was starting to hit her. She hadn't been a religious person by any means, but she suddenly had the sinking feeling that she might actually go to hell for all the ridicule she'd put Sam through in just the last hour.
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Samuel BOT 16-Sep-22 09:45 PM
Sam shook their head a bit, holding Vivian close to them. "You're fine.. You didnt know.. Weren't supposed to know either.. I'm thr one breaking all the rules here.." they sighed, feeling a faint touch to the wings made them twitch slightly So far, she was intrigued about them. "My Father.. asked me to watch over you, Vivian.. He wouldnt ask such a thing if He did not think you were too far gone.." Sam raised their hands and cupped Vivian's face, brushing away the tears from her cheeks. "I'm not gonna leave you, Viv.. I'll help you any way I can.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 16-Sep-22 09:56 PM
"I'm... I'm so sorry..." Vivian kept repeating, just not sure how she was going to cope with this news. With this revelation. When she felt hands on her cheeks wiping her tears she flinched a little, the black of her mascara smearing across her cheeks a little. Now it made sense. The work Sam did? Was as a guardian angel, apparently with children prior to Vivian, who would be quite the mess after dealing with however many kids Sam had had before. Oh and Sam's 'Dad'? His Father? That Father? Yeah it was a little hard not to be overwhelmed for the woman who had thought for years she'd been abandoned by any God that existed. Slowly she lifted his shirt to give it back to him. It wasn't right she kept it of course, and he'd been straight with her at the very least. Or, at least as much as she believed him to be. Deal was a deal, shirt returned. "I... I don't even know... how you're supposed to help me Sam..." She said quietly, her hands lightly pushing against him to try and get to her feet. "I'm...Are you sure I'm the right Vivian? That you didn't make a mistake? Cause I mean... I'm... I'm nobody... always have been." She said incredulously, her gaze moving away from his face, like she was a little unsure if she should look at him at all, before wincing in a pained expression, her teeth holding her lower lip a little. "Shit... and your first day guarding me and you got stabbed....You've... you've definitely got your work cut out for you..." The hint of a smile was coming back, hesitant, but trying.
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Samuel BOT 17-Sep-22 04:21 AM
"Shh, you're okay.." Samuel whispered, hearing her apologize to them. It wasn't her fault, not by a long shot. She just didn't know. Who would? It's not like Angel would be peoples first guess or anything. They weren't even supposed to reveal themselves to her anyway. Or if they were, at least let it be minimal. This was more than minimal. Sam already spilled the beans to this woman, so the consequences would certainly be something if the pain in their side wasn't evident enough. Sam looked down to see their shirt was being given back. They took it and gave a small smile. "Yes, you are the right Vivian.. I was shown an image of you, that's how I found you.." They pulled away from the little hug, standing to their feet. The large wings folded so they wouldn't damage anything as they moved. They made their way to the little kitchen area and turned on the faucet, trying to wash away the mascara that was on their thumbs and hands. Once the washing was complete, Sam turned off the faucet and reached for an old towel to wipe their hands. "You.. Vivian.. Are not a a nobody. Everybody is a Somebody.." Their back was towards her as the wings slowly started to shrink and return to the ink that decorated their back. Now? Sam looked Human again. Turning to face her, they leaned against the sink with their hands on the counter and the shirt draped over one shoulder like a towel. "I like to think the attack was a learning experience for me.." Sam smiled softly, glancing down at the wound that had been patched up. "If you were too far gone, I wouldn't be having this conversation with you. You wouldn't even be seeing my face.." They pushed themselves off of the sink and walked towards the female, extending their uninjured hand to help her off the floor. The sound of thunder roared outside and the sound of rain hitting the windows was evident that the storm was here. They knew already of their punishment, evident of the pain and bleeding they experienced. Angels didn't get hurt b
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y Human means, so this was punishment enough to be similar to a Human. Sam scratched their ear that held the piercings before turning their gaze to the window, watching the rain beat down on it. "I hope.. you don't mind me staying with you for a while.." they said calmly. "If.. it bothers you that I'm here, I can go away for a bit if you want.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 17-Sep-22 06:29 AM
Vivian watched as Sam got up, moving away to wash his hands at her kitchen sink. Her own hands wiped furiously at her face. Great...I probably look like a fucking messed up hooker... She thought, seeing the bits of black on her own fingers now. Still reeling with the idea that the guy who had saved her just an hour or so before was somehow, miraculously even, an angel sent to guard her, Vivian just remained on the floor for a bit. She had wanted to stand up, but as soon as he'd moved away from her, she realized her legs didn't exactly want to listen. It was like they were refusing her orders, and for the moment she was content with the mutiny of her muscles. Her eyes glanced up at Sam's back, watching as those large fluffy wings she'd just stroked a moment ago slowly shrink and return to the elaborately decorated tattoo on his back. If she didn't know better, she'd say Sam passed pretty well as Human now. "Some learning experience..." Vivian commented, sliding her palms against her jeans to get the make up off of them as best she could. He'd just washed his own hands; wouldn't exactly do well if she got them dirty again while he helped her up. She was hesitant to take it, but after just a moment, she did take Sam's hand and stood up onto her feet. Vivian stood there for a minute, vaguely registering the storm outside that they had just missed by making it to her home. The rain drummed loudly on the windows, it was a wonder she hadn't really noticed until just now. "I just...." Seemed her senses were starting to come back from their shock, Vivian immediately began pacing again as she spoke. "Ok First off. Yeah of course you can stay though fuck me I have no idea how you'd be comfortable here Sam... it's not like this is the ritz or anything..." Her hand gestured to the minimal home she kept. Other than the table, chairs, and the futon couch that was still folded out to be used as a fairly comfortable full size bed, there wasn't that much here. Vivian didn't own
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a lot of Knick knacks or decorations or frivolous things. What she did own was easily second or third hand, not great quality but it wasn't broken or too far busted that it couldn't be used. In Vivian's pacing, she ended up back at her bed, bending down to pick up the random assortment of blankets she owned and only barely folding them back on the mattress proper. She did this quickly, almost like she was embarrassed at the state of her home with some honored guest visiting. "Second... no wait... hold that thought." Vivian continued, dropping the remaining blankets in a heap on the end of the mattress and making her way to the table. I'm still too amped up, and I feel like I'm going to puke and I don't know if that's because of all this or because of the fucking sandwich earlier.. She thought, grabbing the bottle of vodka she'd left on the table. At first it would look like she was probably going to indulge in a drink or perhaps more. Instead she just spun the cap closed on it, grimacing a little. "Fuck...I don't think there's enough here now..." She murmured under her breath, putting the bottle back down seeing that about three quarters of the bottle remained. Surely plenty for one woman right? Perhaps the shock of everything was enough to even put her off the drink at least momentarily. "Okay... Okay okay.. so Second... " Vivian paused, standing back at the counter where he'd pulled her up from the floor; her feet in their pacing had moved her back towards Sam after closing the vodka bottle it seemed without her conscious knowledge of it. "How... does this all work? I won't lie to you Sam... I... I don't really believe in God anymore... Mostly cause I didn't think He gave two shits about me. It's not like I've been well off or anything... I've had to lie, cheat, steal money and food, fuck even sell drugs or my body just to get by Sam... I'm not really 'heaven material'....On top of that I obviously drink" She gestured to the bottle of vodka on the table -
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 17-Sep-22 07:15 AM
with a small wave of her hand before continuing on. "but maybe that's fine since Jesus did that whole, water into wine thing...I just... It's a lot to think that after all these years.... someone upstairs is finally taking notice of my sorry ass." Her hand ran her fingers through her short black hair, ruffling the long wavy bangs that were streaked in purple as her gray eyes focused more on Sam still shirtless in front of her with the returned shirt draped over a shoulder. "And that's another thing..." Her eyes narrowed a little, her hands resting now on her hips. "If you want to pass for Human, you should probably invest in one of these so you don't look like some walking talking mannequin if you get fucking stabbed again and need stiches." Her right hand went to the end of her shirt and lifted it slightly, her left index pointing at the obvious difference between the pair of them. One with a smooth fair toned midsection devoid of anything, the other an equally well toned though not overly muscular or terribly thin curved midsection that clearly showed a small bit of flesh, like a button in the lower center of it.
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Samuel BOT 17-Sep-22 11:44 AM
Sam tilted their head a bit at her explanation of things. She made it seem like they wouldn't be comfortable here. But, Sam didn't have a desire for comfort. They had a job that involved helping Vivian, and that was what they were going to do. "I don't mind your home, Vivian.." they said slowly. "Angels do not care for comfort the way Humans do.. So your home.. as it is.. is good.." they gave a small smile, watching the female move about the studio trying to gather her thoughts and explain at the same time. "Well.. A Guardian Angel's job is to help the Human they are assigned to. Those who aren't too far gone are able to get on track to a better life. That's what I want to do for you. Help you. If you'll let me.." The Angel looked at the female a moment, trying to gauge her emotions. It seemed she was still a bit stressed out about it all so they wouldn't prod too much into it. Vivian seemed to point out the lack of a belly button on the Angel who looked down at their bare abdomen. "We are not birthed like Humans.. I was created in my Father's image, same as you.. Though, I could alter my appearance if you would like so I blend in more" they smiled, glancing from their abdomen to Vivian, letting the small change take form. The skin there seemed to recede and twist a little, like one would when they had their umbilical cord cut and shrivel to leave the scar. That's what the belly button was, a scar from birth. It also seemed that Sam lacked the male parts that accompanied their appearance. But they thought it was unnecessary. "Is this fine?" they asked her, pointing to their abdomen. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 17-Sep-22 12:14 PM
Vivian went a bit pale watching as Sam made the small change to his body like that was not the oddest or strangest thing she had ever seen. "Y-Yeah... it's.. well it's more normal I guess..." She commented, not wanting to be rude but also not really knowing exactly how to answer him on that. Guess it made sense though, after she let herself think about it. Created, not born. Got it. Weird, but got it. A slight scoff escaped her lips and she shook her head with just the faintest smile on her face. "Must be nice... just alter yourself whenever you want...I know plenty of hookers who'd do that... make their tits bigger or make themselves thinner....Shit I'd lose a couple pounds myself if I could just... do that.." Her hand pinched at the minimal fat she had on her midsection as if to emphasize this before pulling her shirt down and covering back up. Viv let her eyes wander a bit to the meager home she had and that seemed to make her grimace a little. "You might care a little... it's not great... not even good... but.... I guess it's four walls and a door so I can't complain too much...I just hope I get to keep the fucking place after tonight..." Vivian took a deep breath this time, exhaling just as deeply after holding the air in her lungs for a moment. She was considering everything that had happened to her today. Everything Sam had said, and was saying now regarding his job and wanting to help her and all that. Can't deny I could use help... but how is he going to help me? I'm pretty fucking sure cutting back on swearing or drinking isn't going to help me financially or anything.... She thought, taking another deep breath and letting it release to settle herself. What do you have to lose anyway Viv? The self asked question made her smirk outwardly. Her inner conscious did have a point. It's not like she had anything to lose. "Alright...Not sure how you'll help or anything Sam... But... I don't really have anything to lose... And besides." Her eyes opened ag
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ain, a little softer if not still wary. "I could use a little good in my fucked up life... " She blinked a little, letting herself lean against her counter a bit with her arms folded gently in front of her. "So... do I have to like, sign a contract in blood or something, like making a deal with the devil?" She asked, not necessarily meaning that a guardian angel and the devil's deals were the same, Vivian was more just curious, another thought coming up after she'd ask the first. "Will... you just...vanish again? Or....I mean.. I know about you now... I'm not gonna tell or anything... but...." She had a hard time asking this. Would he just vanish from sight upon her agreement of his help? Would he go back to being some invisible shadow? How would she know he was still around if he did that? Did she want him to stick around? I mean... Maybe... Dude's kind of... comforting... Something I've never had....But I mean... I can understand if he wouldn't want to be seen around me or anything... Her face fell a little while she thought. It wouldn't surprise her, not even the least bit. Still, it'd be nice at least to have someone to talk to who wasn't interested in just using her.
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Samuel BOT 17-Sep-22 12:30 PM
"You look perfect the way you are, Vivian" Sam smiled at her. "Nothing is wrong with your outward appearance. It is how Humans express themselves besides emotions, right? But, how you carry yourself does matter, I've noticed.." With a faint sigh, Sam moved to take a seat on the couch, How would they go about helping her is a good question though. Technically, they weren't supposed to be interfering at all, but that was clearly not the route that Sam was taking it seems. It also appeared that Vivian was worried about losing her apartment. Was it because she was behind on rent? It would make sense, what with all that had happened today. "How have you gotten by to keep your home?" they asked, curiously. If money was tight, what other means did she have to keep it? She seemed a bit stressed earlier with the fact that the Alcohol she had was 3 quarters full. "I think.. if you plan on giving this as an apology on rent.. You can still do it.." Sam reached out a hand to take hold of the bottle of vodka, looking it over. "Some, is better than none, don't you think? I can come with if it'll make you feel better.." The angel stood, taking their shirt and putting it back on finally. They'd have to procure a new shirt tomorrow or something. For now, this would suffice. "Come, I'm sure we can start getting you on the right track by doing this.." They held up the bottle of remaining alcohol. "Who do you tend to give this to?" @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 17-Sep-22 12:55 PM
Vivian couldn't help the light blush on her face. She, was perfect? Just the way she was? He's just being nice... it's part of his job... She blinked, turning to watch him sit on the futon. He seemed to be asking her about her apartment, and keeping it. Vivian raised an eyebrow watching him. "How have I gotten by? Like I said... I've had to steal money when I've been short... or... I mean... Not that I want to but when it's been real bad I've uh..." She'd never been one to really enjoy the things or favors she'd had to do in order to keep her home. But saying them out loud, to someone who was a literal embodiment of the word 'Holy', didn't seem to be something she was easily able to say. Instead, she made a crude hand gesture to indicate the exact kind of adult favors she'd given in order to stay. "Not like I want to... Fuck.... I'd rather not suck off my fucking landlord or anything... but... I didn't have much choice... it was either that or live out there." Her hand pointed to the window and on cue a flash of lightning lit up the room. Her arm dropped with a soft thud against her side and she exhaled in shame. Her eyes watched as Sam stood back up, asking about the vodka bottle, even picking it up and asking who she planned on giving it to. "Give it? Oh... uh... " Vivian looked away a bit. "Well... I planned on giving it to the landlord... I thought if I got him drunk enough, then I wouldn't have to give him a blowjob to keep the apartment... get an extension for the rent that's due... Just make him think I fucked him instead of you know... actually fucking him..." The only problem was, she wasn't sure if the amount was enough to actually get Brent the landlord of the building pass out drunk or not. It was a gamble that she was willing to try; she really didn't want to have to perform any kind of lewd act on the dude again. Thinking of the last time, and then the potential for this time made her queasy and she shivered at the thought. "I might just keep
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it now..." Her shoulders shrugged and she sighed dejectedly saying this. " After the day we've had... knocking back a shot or two would be well deserved..."
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Samuel BOT 17-Sep-22 01:12 PM
So this Human did unsavory acts to get by? Well, at least she feels guilt doing it. Surely someone like Tony wouldn't be. "Okay, so you do these.. favors.. in exchange for more time? Is it because you lack the money? You have a job, right? Why would you be struggling?" they asked, setting the vodka bottle back down on the table. Seems this Human struggled with money. Money seems to be something that lots of Humans desire these days.. In fact, the world seems to revolve around it. Not like back in the old days where you'd trade a couple sheep for something. This was a material that was easily accessible yet somehow many people had a hard time getting ahold of anyway.. Sam scratched their ear for a moment, trying to think up a good way to better help her situation. It would need to start one thing at a time though. In this case, money seemed to be an issue, so that would be first. "Go into work tomorrow, and do your best. That's all anyone can hope for. When you get paid, I can help you settle out some things that are most important.. deal?" they grinned. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 17-Sep-22 01:29 PM
Vivian sighed, listening to Sam repeat what she did and ask further questions of her. Shit... Why is this so hard to talk about...She seemed to stiffen though at his statement that she lacked the money even though she had a job. "Yeah... I have about ten bucks in my account right now... and I just got a job today...I haven't had a steady job in weeks... That would be why I'm struggling..." Vivian said, almost coldly. It's not like she needed a reminder of the fact that her life wasn't doing well. Still, she was trying to stay open minded about all this. He at least seemed like he was trying to be helpful at least. When he mentioned that she should just go into work tomorrow, she rolled her eyes though. "Yeah I plan on it... I'm just hoping I keep the job long enough to get a decent paycheck... But that seems to be the problem. I never keep a job for very long... and then I'm back out there... just trying to survive..." Vivian was getting a little uncomfortable now, discussing her situation. She much preferred her questions about Sam then him questioning her life choices. "Hey I have a question..." She asked, deciding that standing wasn't a position she'd prefer to be in any further. Vivian leaned down and took her long leather boots off, kicking them towards the door where they landed haphazardly. Viv then walked over, sitting down on the futon and laying back with her arms behind her head. "You said you used to work with kids... So you were a guardian angel to kids then? Does....Every kid get one?" She glanced over at him a moment, crossing one leg over the other. "I'm asking cause I'm pretty sure mine was fired...And I hope I don't get you fired too or something..."
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Samuel BOT 17-Sep-22 01:42 PM
Their attention was to Vivian now who moved to sit herself down on the futon next to them, laying back on it to relax. "Yes, I was. It was my training to being a Guardian Angel.." Sam responded, leaning back as well, resting their hands on their stomach and staring at the ceiling. "I watched over children for 70 years.. From the age of 5 up to 18. Once they reached that threshold, I was tasked with a new kid.." Sounded simple enough. When a child grew up, that's when a more experienced Guardian would take over the roll. "I just started my job being a Guardian to Adults, it's.. quite a challenge.. but I don't mind it" they smiled. As they laid there, Sam heard Vivian ask another question. Wondering if every kid got an Angel. Sam nodded their head. "Yeah. Every kid gets one.. We help shape their lives. Give them dreams and ambitions to follow and help them achieve it. But, some kids live in difficult situations which makes it harder. In that case, we try to be a friend to them. Help them when we can.." A soft smile formed on Sam's lips. "I got my last kid into the college they wished to attend.. From there, my task was over and I was given the new task of.. well.. you.." Sam gestured lightly to Vivian. They turned on their side so they could face her, talk to her easier. "Shaping a child's life can be difficult depending on the circumstances. I think the Angel that took care of watching over you did everything they could, well within their power. Probably not expose their existence or anything like I did.. but.. you are still alive, still breathing.. still fighting to find a purpose here in this world. So while you may think that nobody cared about you, you hung on till somebody could.." There was a bit of silence between the two, before Sam added finally, "You are strong, Vivian. Even if you don't feel like it. You persevere.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 17-Sep-22 02:03 PM
Vivian stayed silent and still. So every kid got one. Even her. I sure don't feel like I ever had an angel watching over me.... She vaguely registered that he had turned to face her, but she just stayed on her back. She didn't feel like moving. Vivian wished a little that she hadn't asked. "Sounds like... you really loved your kid or something... really cared...." She sighed, closing her eyes for a moment just to try and picture it. The idea of being blessed enough to get to go to college, to pursue a dream or an aspiration that you're passionate about. To be wanted, in the place you call home. Even something that small was hard to imagine for her. One eye opened as Samuel continued to talk, telling her how her previous Guardian Angel had surely done their best. Did everything they could within their power it sounded like. That they'd obviously succeeded because Vivian was still alive, and that she persevered. "I almost didn't though you know..." She wasn't exactly sure why she was telling him this. It just felt, nice to tell someone. Talk to anyone about it perhaps. Something she'd kept locked up because there was no one she could trust to tell. Who better to tell then an Angel I guess... Slowly she lifted her wrist up and turned it for him to see. Her long sleeved jacket had covered it pretty well, and while she had to wear a t-shirt at her new job, she'd done a pretty good job keeping the mark hidden. Long and thin, small scars along her wrist showed where at one point she wasn't strong. She didn't want to persevere anymore. She was ready to be done with it all. By the discoloration of them, they were certainly a few years old; reminders of her past that stared her in the face every day. Vivian wasn't sure if she was ready to share that particular story yet though, so she just let her arm drop onto her abdomen unceremoniously. "Thanks Samuel..." She said quietly, her eyes looking up at the ceiling, discolored with yellow stains in certain spots from som
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e water damage that had been previously repaired and came back most likely. "I guess.. for taking me on as your next task... I don't know if you had a choice or anything in it but... Thanks all the same..."
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Samuel BOT 17-Sep-22 02:24 PM
Sam's eyes trailed to Vivian's wrist, staring at the scars of clear signs of self harm. True, she did attempt to end her life, but there was a reason she was still alive. Because an Angel took it upon themselves to try and give her a fighting chance. Though, it was strange to be given an Adult who clearly had an Angel before them. Maybe they could ask Gloria about it later? "Well, I hope you don't harm yourself anymore.. I want to help you the best I can, Vivian. Whether I wanted you as my next task or not, I got you. There is always a reason for it, even if its not given.. So, I hope you will at least try and continue your life.." I want to help her the best I can.. But to do that, I need to see what her life is like. Tomorrow, she will start another day at her job. That should be good enough of a start to see how she does. I'll observe only.. Not get in the way or distract her. I need to see where this goes and help her where she needs it.. Sam rolled onto their back with a slight grunt, sighing as they closed their eyes. "Set your alarm for tomorrow then, Vivian.." With that, Sam decided to let this body of theirs rest, relaxing into the futon easily. Their long brown hair was straight, and didn't seem to have a hint of any tangles or split ends. Hair that reached towards the middle of their back, or their chest rather. Sam appeared to have a somewhat decent appearance in terms of looking Human. The three piercings on their ear now visible once the hair was moved out of the way. The rise and fall of their chest as they let rest take them. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 17-Sep-22 02:50 PM
Vivian turned her head at him, feeling him move so he was laying on his back again. She noted the piercings on his ear, and how long his hair was. Angels had piercings? And Tattoos? Interesting...though I guess the tattoo is more for show.... She thought, sitting up so she could look down at him. Vivian wasn't quite sure still about all this, but Sam was slowly starting to grow on her. "Sure...Will do..." She said quietly, standing up off the futon and stretching a little. No way she was going to bed without a shower first. She hadn't gotten one this morning and after her marathon run to work, working all day, and then the rest of the evening's events; A shower was required. Scratching the back of her head a little she made her way to the bathroom, looking over her shoulder at Sam. "Just... make yourself comfortable I guess... there's blankets if you get cold... Do you get cold? Can you? You know what... nevermind.." She started before shaking her head. It was starting to hurt with all the questions she had. When she looked back at him, it looked like he had already nodded off so she just quietly went in to shower. The sound of the water sputtering at first before coming out into a stream was heard for about twenty or so minutes before Vivian came back out into the room. Her hair had been towel dried and with how short it was, it hung damp and loose on her head. The towel used had been wrapped around her while she walked to the small closet that the studio apartment had. It was probably supposed to be used for guests coming to visit, but it was the only place she could put her clothes, as few as she had. A quick glance to be sure Sam was still sleeping to the best of her knowledge, before she got herself changed. Plaid lounge pants meant for a guy that she'd found on clearance that were super comfortable to wear and a black tank top with a gemstone in green on it; Vivian thought it might be some gaming reference perhaps but she honestly wasn't sure. It was a
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shirt, that's all she cared about. The rain still poured outside, but at least the thunder had let up a little bit. Vivian sat at her table in her pjs, not quite tired yet to sleep even though everything in her was exhausted. She held her knees up to her chest on the chair, staring at the vodka bottle that looked like it was taunting her. Daring her to open it, drown her memories that she'd inadvertently brought up today. Out of habit, her hand reached forward ready to undo the cap. It would be so easy, quiet so Sam wouldn't hear for sure. Why do I feel bad about having a drink? I'm allowed... I'm an adult... I bought the fucking thing... Why do I care so much if Sam sees? She argued with herself, before setting the bottle back down. She probably sat there for a good hour, just contemplating what to do before deciding that it was finally late enough to try and sleep. She tapped in an alarm on her phone before plugging it in to charge, set to go off at 5:30am, one at 5:45am and one at 6am. She wasn't about to let herself be late again like she was today, setting it down on the small end table next to her couch bed before burying herself under blankets to sleep. It was odd having someone laying just beside her, but... at least it didn't seem like Angels snored...
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 17-Sep-22 03:16 PM
It took a bit for her to finally fall asleep, but once it had it's grip on her, Vivian fell into it's embrace like a welcome returning friend. She didn't necessarily dream about anything, mostly just a black void. Most of her dreams ended up being just blank spaces, so she wasn't exactly surprised by it. The loud buzzing and beeping sounds however from her phone's alarm made her stir though. Groggily, she reached out to snooze the alarm. I took a shower last night... Five more minutes please... She thought, only to hear the alarm go off again. No... seriously... just five minutes... She thought again, reaching out to grab her phone and silence the noise. Vivian clicked the screen on and it showed 5:50am. At least she wasn't late, just slept through a couple of the alarms she'd set. "Having a job so early in the morning sucks...." she groaned, sitting up and stretching. At least it was a job though, she'd get a paycheck, she could keep her head above water. That was the current goal. Her arms reached over her head and came down on either side of her. One hand felt the end table next to her bed. The other felt unfamiliar fabric on an equally unfamiliar shoulder. Vivian jumped scooting away from Sam before remembering. Oh yeah... that's right... it... hadn't been a dream...He was my Guardian Angel....Samuel.. or Sam....Right.. "Fuck... scared the shit out of me..." She mumbled, slowly getting out of bed to attempt to make herself something for breakfast. That energy drink she bought yesterday would come in handy this morning for sure.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 09:48 AM
Since Sam didn't really sleep, they just laid there with their eyes closed. Things seemed fine so far, and Sam kept busy by sending reports back to Gloria through thoughts. They didn't want to speak while Vivian was asleep for they were afraid to wake her. Samuel.. You know I told you not to interfere, right? I know, forgive me, Gloria. I couldn't just let her die before I could do anything.. I understand that, but you need to be careful. Her life is at rock bottom right now Heaven won't lose an Angel just because I slipped up some, Gloria. I promise you, I will be fine. We both will. I'll show you that I have what it takes to help a Human Adult on the right path. Better her life.. Alright, just don't be reckless, Samuel. Our Father has high hopes for you.. The sound of an alarm ringing in their ears made Sam open their eyes, seeing that the few alarms that did go off had been slept through. They hoped she would wake up soon, but it was the second alarm that did it. At least she woke up at a time that wasn't too late. Sam blinked, sitting up some on the futon to watch her get up, clearly she wasn't expecting their presence to be there in the morning. "I apologize for scaring you, Vivian. I hope you slept well. Looks like you woke up.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 10:06 AM
"Yeah.... not really like I wanted to though..." She said back to him. How was he so awake this early? Was that just an Angel thing? Up at dawn or didn't need to sleep or something? I mean... he looked like he was sleeping before...Still, she was more surprised that she hadn't had a nightmare or something that night. Maybe Sam was like a dream catcher in that way; no bad dreams if you're angel is literally laying right there next to you. "Did you sleep alright? Sorry it's not like... super comfortable or anything..." She asked, opening her freezer and pulling out an off brand hot pocket. She didn't have a lot of food in her house, mostly frozen things she could buy that would keep for longer or quick convenience store snacks. Nothing really truly healthy or nourishing. Her hair was a little on end, pressed on one side and stuck out at odd angles from sleep and going to bed with it slightly damp. Vivian glanced over at Sam, who seemed to never need to care for his perfect locks and she made a little disapproving noise, ripping the packaging for the hot pocket open with her teeth and tossing it into the microwave on her counter. "Must be nice not having to worry about looking like garbage..." She said, gesturing to her disheveled hair while letting the little food like product 'cook' and walking towards the bathroom. She took a quick look in the mirror and grimaced. "Fuck... I look like ass... Sorry you had to see this..." It was more said under her breath in the direction of Sam, but she didn't expect him to actually say anything about it. Her brush ran through her hair and she did her best to get it to cooperate before beginning to apply her make up for the day. Thick eyeliner per normal in black, dark mascara on her long eyelashes, a tweeze of her brow here, a little cover up there and she tilted her head a little smiling. Much better. Her smile even turned to a little smirk at the decorative eyeliner she'd done on the sides of her gray eyes. The microwave
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beeped and she walked back out, ignoring the food in the microwave headed to her closet. Vivian didn't really think about it, slipping her tank top off quickly and grabbing a fresh shirt and slipping it on. Long sleeved and black. She did the same with her bottoms, her back facing Sam as she changed, putting an actually clean pair of jeans on. "So...What're you gonna do now? I mean... I'm going to work... but like... What does that mean for you?" She asked, having made her way back to the kitchen after she'd changed and carefully pulling out the little pastry. She passed it back and forth in her hands, blowing on it and gingerly taking a bite while it was still fairly hot.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 10:45 AM
Sam smiled a bit, watching her getting up and go about her morning by heading to the kitchen and pulling out something frozen to heat up in the microwave. "Angels do not sleep. We rest, but we do not dream. But.. you are free to call it sleeping if you'd like.." They got up off the couch, stretching a little bit before making their way to the kitchen and leaning against the counter, watching the microwave spin the hot pocket around on its tray. Human technology was so interesting to them now that they could properly look at it without having to worry too much about their Human. They heard her comment about how her looks were and seemed to be trying to fix it in the bathroom. Though, what was there to say about it? Angels didn't have to worry about issues like that. They just lived their lives and did their jobs as asked. The microwave made a beeping noise, the words 'Ready' on a small screen signifying that the food was done cooking. Sam pulled away from the microwave just as Vivian had made her way over after getting dressed. Opening the machine and taking the food out. She asked him what he was going to do today since she was going to be working. Sam just smiled, "I'm going with of course. I have to go everywhere you go. That's how it works.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 11:02 AM
Vivian nearly dropped the hot pocket while she was tossing it back and forth in her hands. He was going with? Well that would be awkward. Would he just, hang out in the café in the corner or something, or follow her around like a little puppy? I don't think Jason will appreciate me bringing someone like that to work with me... She thought, though not exactly sure what she could do about it. "I mean... alright... It's just a café though... It's not like it's super interesting or anything..." She said quietly, noting the time that flashed on the microwave. 6:10am. Perfect. It'd take about a half hour or so to get to work, she had plenty of time. "Am... Am I gonna know you're there? Or are you gonna be invisible or something?" She asked, finishing off the little thing of food and wiping her mouth off on the back of her hand. Vivian wasn't sure which option she preferred... at least if she could see that he was there, she'd know he was watching but then, she would know he was watching her which was weird to think about. Of course if he decided that he'd rather be invisible to everyone including her, then that just made her uneasy about some silent unseen force watching her every movement in the shadows. Either way, today was going to be weird she imagined. Thinking about all of this, Vivian blinked a little and looked up at him. "Oh shit, I'm sorry. Did you want one? I can make one for you... It doesn't taste like... good or anything... but it's something..." After saying it though, she wasn't sure if Angels even ate. Could they eat? Did they? Ugh.. it's not even 7am and I'm gonna get a headache from this guy... Her hands indicated the package of the hot pocket still on the counter. She had a few more in the freezer, and while she didn't have a lot, she felt it would have been rude not to at least offer. While waiting, she considered what he said before. "You don't sleep? Just rest? And no dreams? I mean... that's boring... " She muttered under her breath with
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a shrug. "I mean... Sometimes I don't dream about anything, and I prefer that to the nightmares but... that kind of sucks that you don't do that at all... " Vivian sighed, reaching behind her for the energy drink she'd bought yesterday out of the bag on the counter. It made a popping fizz sound when she opened it, bringing it to her lips and taking a quick sip.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 11:17 AM
"I do need to be present to watch over you.." Sam chuckled a bit. What kind of Angel wouldn't watch their Human? It's how they were supposed to guide them. But, if that made her uncomfortable.. What could they do? "It's not like I work at the Café or anything. So this is the only way I can watch over you, Vivian. If you want me to be invisible I can be. For you, for others.. Whatever you prefer that makes you more comfortable.." The Angel blinked a bit at the food that Vivian was offering. They had never eaten before, so it was a bit.. interesting to possibly try it out. "Yes, I would like to try this food of yours.. I've never eaten anything before but.. It doesn't hurt to try, right?" Sam smiled a bit, reaching over for one of the off brand hot pockets and working on opening the packaging for it quite easily. Though, the microwave was something they'd never used before, so it would be difficult to use. Sam opened the microwave and set the food down on the rotating dish, closing it and looking over the buttons a moment. Which one.. starts this? So many buttons.. they thought, pushing the number 2 button and watching the machine start to heat up the food. Their eyes went wide, a smile on their face. So.. fascinating.. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 11:38 AM
Vivian had to hold back chuckling at him. She didn't want to offend the angel again like she had the other day, but he was making this really difficult. Had he never seen a microwave before? He looked like a grown child, fascinated by the appliance. And not a very good one at that. It worked, sure but it'd seen better days. When the microwave beeped, the familiar digital letters reading 'Ready' on the screen, Vivian decided to not let him burn himself though. If he'd never eaten anything before, the last thing she wanted was for him to burn the shit out of his mouth by taking a bite. "Alright so... uh well you hold it by the cardboard... Blow on it first... so it's not too hot... shit burns like hell if you're not careful." She said, turning to go grab her jacket. She was contemplating the options. He could be invisible to her, to others, both or neither. "Maybe... just to others... I don't want my boss thinking I brought a freeloader on my second day or something... but I also don't want to be wondering if you're gonna be like... hovering over me or something..." She said casually over her shoulder, checking her phone for the time. 6:15. Alright, definitely time to get going. Unceremoniously she plopped herself onto the ground, reaching for her boots from the other day and stuffing them on. "Ok... Jacket, Keys, Phone..." her eyes glanced at Sam and inwardly she checked off Guardian Angel on her list of things to take with her. "I think... that's everything... Oh shit that's right!" Scrambling back to her feet, she walked back over to the countertop to grab her apron and nametag from the other day. Wouldn't do well if she showed up for day two without her uniform materials. She folded the apron quickly over her arm, and looked back at Sam. This was odd, but she wasn't sure exactly how normal this was going to be otherwise. "Uh... I guess.. ready to go? It's gonna be a walk... I don't have bus fare...kinda gave that away yesterday..." She almost grumbled think
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ing about it. She had been so sure that she wouldn't need the bus fare because she wouldn't be keeping the job, that she'd given it to a homeless guy instead. Vivian didn't regret the action necessarily, she just regretted not having bus fare now when she was going for her second day.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 11:51 AM
Sam opened the microwave door and carefully took out the hot pocket, holding it by the cardboard and doing and blowing on it to cool it down. It was new, that's for sure, but they were eager to try new things. Taking a bite of it, Sam chewed it, feeling that it was still hot, covering their mouth with one hand as they tried to cool it off before swallowing. There was a taste of something meaty maybe peperoni along with the taste of cheese. Honestly, for their first meal, it wasn't bad to them. "It's.. good.." they blinked, eating the rest of it while Vivian got ready for work. Human food was interesting as well. Seems everything they invent was something they'd wanna explore and try out. Turning their gaze, Sam watched as Vivian mentally checked off everything she had, almost forgetting her apron. Well, they would have told her, but she remembered it quick enough. So she wanted them to be visible only to her? Done. Nobody but Vivian would be able to see or hear them but her. Sam washed their hands in the sink, even their mouth so as to not leave anything on it and turning it off. Drying their hands and mouth with a nearby towel before facing Vivian with a smile. "Yes. Let us be on our way then!" @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 12:19 PM
"Great... Uh.. " Vivian hesitated at her door. Her hand had reached for the knob but just hovered over it. Instead she pressed her ear to the door and listened. Seems quiet... maybe Brent's not awake yet...It is pretty early She thought, before carefully turning the knob and opening the door. Her gray eyes peered out into the hallway, the bright yellow eviction notice still on the door. It's bold red letters still the same as they had been the day before. Vivian had plans though, she was going to get caught up on the rent and she wouldn't lose her home. Day two of her job. This was what she was doing. Taking a deep breath, she stepped out into the hallway, letting Sam come out with her. She lifted the doorknob of the door so the key would fit into it and locked her apartment up afterwards. "I think it's early enough that no one else is up yet..." Vivian whispered, the stairs creaking at her steps. As she walked down to leave the building she groaned a little. An elderly gentleman, a bit overweight and hunched over at the mailbox lockers was looking through a stack of mail. He wore a dirty tank top, stained with whatever greasy food he'd eaten last week, and muttering to himself. As Vivian got closer, he turned to look at her with a grumpy look on his old face. He obviously couldn't see Sam with her when he addressed the young woman. "You! Haven't you heard!?" He croaked at her and she just nodded her head with an expressionless face. "Been hearin' it all night. The stars are saying that Mercury is sending it's army! Watch for the Aliens girl, they'll take out the young and sinful ones like you first!" "Yeah... Yeah I know Mr. Sullivan..." Vivian said tiredly. It was too early for this old codgers conspiracy theories. "You best repent your whorish ways! Those demons will get you one of these days, drag you over the coals!" he barked, reaching around his neck for the assortment of different charms and pendants and whatever else he'd bought online thinking it wou
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ld be some kind of way to ward off the supernatural and demonic. "Yeah I'm sure they will... Anyway I gotta get to work Mr. Sullivan..." "You mock me but I'm tellin' ya! They're comin'! Heard it on one of my podcast shows and they're never wrong! Best get stocked up for the coming apocalypse!" He called after her, her shoulder shoved against the boarded up door and letting it creak open for her and Sam to leave the senile old man behind. Just because it wasn't exactly a lie and would get him to shut up, Vivian just waved and called back to him. "Yup... got my Guardian Angel and everything... I'm all good... Thanks Mr. Sullivan..." When the door shut with a loud clatter and they had gotten out of earshot of the crazed old man in the building, Vivian just smirked with her hands in her pockets. "Crazy old bat...Listens to way too many conspiracy theorists... But I mean.. I didn't lie though...so... should count for something, right Sam?"
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 01:26 PM
Sam followed after Vivian out the door, making sure to not be in her way when she locked the door and led them downstairs. It did seem quiet, and maybe nobody was awake, but by the time they reached the bottom of the stairs, the sight of an old man at the mailboxes caught their attention. He was spewing about Aliens.. Demons even. Poor man. Sam could at least see the Guardian Angel that was next to him, seeming to be beside themselves with the constant chatter of this old man. Once the pair had left the complex, they were free to breathe and talk amongst themselves. "You also said before that you wouldn't tell anyone about me.. So.. take it as you may I suppose.." Sam sighed with a slight shrug, walking close by Vivian. Anytime people would come close, Sam would move quickly out of the way so as to not bump into them. "Vivian.. You should show a bit of respect to your elders. They don't live much longer you know. Especially Mr. Sullivan. His dementia.. poor man.." Sam sighed, shaking their head. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 01:52 PM
Vivian frowned, glancing at Sam a little. "Oh come on Sam... I've probably told him about five hundred times that same line... this is... just the first time I actually meant it..." She said with a little shrug. She'd thought it was kind of ironic considering though she could see how she had technically gone back on her word by doing that. "But alright... you're right.. sorry... I won't do it again..." The diagnosis for Mr. Sullivan also didn't surprise Vivian. "I did at one point.. but I can only go so long before I just run out of fucking patience Sam..." She explained, shrugging her shoulders as they crossed the street towards the café. "I mean... it's a toss up... he either asks me how my day is like I'm his granddaughter who never visits him... or he shouts at me about his nut job theories and conspiracies, and treats me like I'm the biggest prostitute in town..." She was quiet for a minute, while they had too many people around before the light turned and they were alone again for a few seconds. "I mean... if he could see you he'd probably think you were my next fuck toy or something..." Vivian did her best to ignore Sam's movements, trying not to watch as he would get out of the way of people as they passed and focus on walking to work ahead of her. It was more that she didn't want to look crazy herself by watching some invisible being that no one else could see dodge and duck around the few people who were around this early in the morning. Now that she thought about it, maybe it would have been better for Sam to be visible to others too... then she might not look so crazy talking to herself if anyone overheard. She checked her phone periodically for the time, biting her lower lip a little as the time clicked closer and closer to 7am. About a block away and with six minutes to spare, Vivian breathed a sigh of relief. Made it, and early. She just couldn't contain how excited this made her. "Fuck yes. Early and everything. And Sober. That's a fucking pai
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r of firsts." She said brightly, going to open the café door and step inside. The café was empty, as most people wouldn't arrive for their morning coffee for another hour or so. Jason with his brightly colored hair waved her over and she quickly put the apron on with her nametag. He seemed surprised she was there on time, but happy all the same that she was there. "Alright. I want you shadowing today. Call out the drinks, write the names on the cups, that kind of thing. Pretty simple. We'll get you trained on register today too." "Oh.. Yeah that's great. Thanks." The thought of money made Vivian nervous though. She really didn't want to lose this job, but she was on the brink of losing her apartment. She debated whether or not she could ask for an advance on her paycheck, just to keep her landlord happy, but she also wasn't sure if day two would give her any kind of pass to be able to ask something like that. When Jason moved away, Vivian turned her head a little to watch him head to the back. It was just the two of them in the café, three if you counted Sam, and it was clear on Vivian's face that the excitement from outside the café had turned to nervousness and apprehension.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 02:42 PM
Sam followed along, listening to Vivian as she spoke to them. "Well, people with Dementia are confused a lot of the time. Don't let it get to you if he says things like that that hurt your feelings or upset you. Showing genuine kindness, will better the situation. If not for him, at least for you.." they said, finally walking alongside her without anymore people. "I do not mind the words or insults he may use on me. It won't affect me any, Vivian. My focus is you and you only. So if it means you want me around and visible to everyone, just let me know.." they smiled at her. It was a bit heartbreaking to see her being treated that way if what she said was true. Besides, aren't Dementia patients supposed to have someone caring for them? Sam would have to look into that later. The Café was in view finally and the two walked inside, seeing it was basically empty except for the male at the counter with rainbow colored hair. Well, he was very expressive at least. By the name on his nametag, it read Jason. Well, it seems she was in the midst of training, Day Two by the looks of it. "You will do just fine today, Vivian. I'm here if you need to talk to someone. I'm a great listener. It's only training. If you don't understand anything, just ask your Boss. I'm sure he'd help you out if you need it. And don't stress.. Okay?" Sam smiled, patting her shoulder before finding a spot where nobody would actually bother them so they could watch and monitor Vivian. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 03:07 PM
Vivian just swallowed a little, and nodded at Sam's words of encouragement. It wasn't that she didn't think she could do it, the training had been pretty easy so far, it was more she was worried about what would happen after work. Just... focus on today... figure out tonight later....I guess... She thought uneasily, before tying the apron in the back and stepping behind the counter. Jason had her make sure things were stocked, that ingredients were ready before giving her a quick training session on the register before the morning rush of people, and that the machines were prepped and ready to go. Vivian didn't complain, just kept at it as best as she could. She almost forgot that Sam was there for a while when people started coming in and ordering drinks. Most were pretty young, about Vivian's age. Some were business folks who'd come in on their way to work that were older but for the most part it was a fairly pleasant morning. Vivian was starting to feel a bit more confident, writing down the next name on the cup in her hands for Jason to make the next drink. It had been a fairly complicated one, so Viv had made sure to ask a couple times just to make sure she got everything marked down. "I can do this. I'm not fucking up so far...I don't think.." she murmured under her breath, sliding the cup to her side so Jason could read what the order was. At first being on the register really made her nervous. It wouldn't be the first time she'd stolen from her place of employment because she was desperate, and it taunted her in the back of her head that she was desperate enough now. What's a couple bucks right? They won't even notice, right? Every time she had that thought, she'd glance over at Sam, just hanging out watching. It was almost like that was a good reminder, that she was being watched, it wasn't safe to do that and it made it easier to keep the money in the register instead of her pockets. Vivian focused on the next person writing down their order before h
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earing Jason call that the last one was done and ready. "Um.. This isn't right." The woman sneered, taking a drink of the coffee that Jason handed to her and Vivian froze listening to the conversation. She could hear Jason apologizing, saying Vivian was still new and it must have been an honest mistake. "Huh... I told her three times what I wanted... and she still messed it up?" Vivian glanced over. No, I swear... I... I really tried... It didn't look like Jason was angry with her, but she could feel the panic rising. It had been so complicated, she wanted to make sure it was correct, that's all. Jason ended up walking over, asking Vivian to go take a quick break as the woman got more snotty about the messed up order. "J-Jason I swear... I thought I wrote it do-" "Just... Go take a break. It's fine. I'll take care of it." Vivian just nodded, not even looking at Sam as she strode for the door to go sit outside. She wanted air, needed to try and calm down. It was happening again, another screw up, another mistake. "I... I was so sure that I wrote it down correctly.... " she mumbled into her hands, sitting on the concrete outside the coffee shop with her knees up to her chest. "How... How can I ask him for an advance on my paycheck now... if I fucked up?"
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 03:20 PM
Sam watched Vivian as she worked, keeping a close eye on her. She seemed to be doing pretty good so far, and they were rather impressed with how good she was doing. Well, so far it doesn't seem so complicated. Just writing down a name and the order.. She's got this That was, until a woman seemed to be acting rather rude to Vivian. You're okay.. You got this.. But it looked like she was stressing out about messing up the order. It didn't seem like she had messed it up though. Vivian had asked multiple times to make sure, which was good on her. The order itself did sound complicated. Their eyes gazed over at Jason who seemed to be asking her to go take a break for a bit. Watching her leave the counter and go outside, Sam followed after, looking around for her until they found her sitting on the ground outside the shop. Sam crouched down a bit so they could sit next to her. "You know, you did a really good job in there, Vivian.." Sam said, resting a hand on her shoulder. "You didn't mess up the order. I was watching the entire time.." Sam wanted her to know that she didn't mess up, that everything was fine. The customer was just trying to get away with a free drink, that's all. It happens from time to time. "Vivian.. I think.. you are a bit hard on yourself. Do you expect to be perfect in front of your boss? Be honest with me." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 03:37 PM
Vivian flinched a little. She'd forgotten that Sam could see what was going on, that he was there. It almost made her feel better at first, though it started making her feel worse. Great... he saw my fuck up too... "It's...." She started but she wasn't even sure how to say it. Was she hard on herself? Of course she was. All her life she was a fuck up. She screwed up even the smallest things. She could never get anything right. Wasn't a straight A student, ran away at the first sign of a mistake in anything she did. Why? Well that was a hard question to answer. Inwardly Vivian knew the answer to that but she didn't know how to quantify it. Say it aloud. "It's... I... You don't understand Sam." She said finally, pulling out her cell phone and holding it against her ear on the other side of her face. At least this way it wouldn't look like she wasn't talking to anyone. If anyone walked by, it'd look like she was talking to someone on the phone. "I'm not allowed to make mistakes. Mistakes mean I get fired. That's how it happens every time. I make one small mistake and it's 'Thanks for playing, have fun on the streets!'..." This was a bit of an exaggeration of course on Vivian's part, but she was doing everything she could not to let herself get upset about it. She took a shaky inhale and sighed. "I... have to be perfect... but I've never been able to be perfect.... No matter how hard I try... and I know what you're gonna say that Nobody's Perfect... I'm a shining fucking example of that... it's just... I was hoping..." she paused for a minute, just trying to gather her breath and her thoughts for a minute. "At the register... I kept thinking about taking the money out of it... cause it was right there... and I need something for my rent... But..." Vivian looked away from Sam's face this time, glaring a little at a piece of gum on the street. "I kept reminding myself that you were watching me... so I couldn't do it... So... I was hoping to ask Jason for an advanc
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e on my paycheck instead...but... Fuck he's not going to do that... not after this for sure..." Vivian slumped a little on her knees, a little dejected and defeated. She felt pathetic, just the absolute worst, and she was sure when Jason would come out to get her that today would probably be her last day anyway.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 03:51 PM
Sam frowned, looking ahead of them instead of at Vivian. "Perfection does not exist for Humans. Not anymore. I just want you to understand that you didn't mess up. If you keep running away from things like that, then you won't get closer to being good or great at them.." Turning their head slowly to look at Vivian, they removed their hand and rested it in their lap. "Give yourself a chance at finding what you are good at. I'm serious." They looked up at the sky as they continued to speak to her. "When I was created, I just did menial tasks for 30 years. After that, I was given the job of being a Guardian Angel to kids. You wanna know how I felt at that time? I was afraid. I was afraid that I would mess up and something would happen to them. There were plenty of times when I took care of kids who.. sometimes.. didn't live long. Car accidents, murder, sickness. Anything and everything that could happen to a child, would and did. I was beside myself with grief at times when I failed at my job. But.. I kept trying, and eventually.. I got better at it.." Sam stood up from the ground, stretching a bit. They turned to face her, giving a small smile and a gentle look in their eyes. "Keep trying, even if you think it's the end of the road. There is always another path open for you.." Sam could see Jason was finally free from customers and was making his way outside the shop to speak to Vivian. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 04:19 PM
Easy for you to say... Vivian thought a little bitterly, knowing full well that Sam's advice was actually pretty sound. She didn't want to actually admit it, but it did make her feel a little better knowing that even Sam had seen that she hadn't messed up that stuffy lady's order. She gave a light smile, letting it fade just as quickly as it came. "I'll... try..." She said slowly, standing up and brushing herself off from the dirt of sitting on the sidewalk. "Thanks... Sorry I'm such a mess..." Her hand lowered and she put her cell phone back into her pocket, taking her hand and rubbing her neck instead. Sam was right. She couldn't keep running away from things, she just had to do what she could, do her best, try to think positive which was a novel concept for her. Vivian seemed to gain a little more confidence, taking a quick breath and exhaling immediately when she saw Jason come around the corner from the coffee shop. *Shit... * "Hey! There you are." He said brightly, walking up to her smiling. "Look Jason.. I'm.. I'm really sorry... but I know I didn't-" Vivian started, but the man just shook his head. "Nah, that bitch was a Karen if I've ever seen one. Had me remake her drink and kept saying it was wrong after that too. I don't serve those kinds of pricks in my shop, so she's not welcome back. You did fine. Sorry you got someone like that on your second day." He said gently. Vivian blinked at him. So... She really hadn't messed up? He wasn't mad at her? On top of that, that woman wasn't allowed back in the shop? This just seemed way too good to be true. "O-Oh...uh... Okay..." She didn't know what to say to fill the empty voice between the two of them, three including Sam standing nearby that Vivian could see. "C'mon. Nearly done with the morning rush. It's a fairly nice day so we might get more business too this afternoon." Vivian tentatively followed back inside, a little shocked at the encounter. But she hadn't screwed up. Hadn't messed it up, so t
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hat was something right? The rest of the morning, she kept on the register and after noon she swapped with Jason to be on the machine. It was a lot slower in the afternoon, so she only had one or two drinks at a time that she had to make. Which was good, because she was much slower at it than Jason had been. Every so often he'd lean over and correct her on how to make something, or the order in how the drinks needed to be made. It gave Vivian anxiety when she couldn't count how many times he'd have to correct her, but she tried to keep what Sam had said before in mind. Keep trying. Give yourself a chance. By the time three o'clock rolled around, the crowd had diminished significantly. There were a few regulars that would just hang out in the café into the evening reading their papers or surfing the web on the free Wi-Fi that Cool Beans offered to it's patrons with purchase of a coffee or pastry item. Vivian was cleaning the espresso machine, when Jason came by with a box to restock the cups they'd used that day. "You did good today Vivian. Go ahead and take off, you've been here long enough today." He said brightly, stacking the cups up. Vivian nodded, a solid brick in her throat. Her gray eyes glanced over at Sam. Would he tell her to just ask? To try? Probably... that seems to be his go-to advice... She thought. She took the apron off, trying to build up the courage to ask, stepping around to the front of the counter as Jason kept stocking. Her mouth opened and closed multiple times, but she couldn't bring herself to ask. *I... I can't do it... I can't ask... * She thought, disappointed in herself before Jason tapped her on the shoulder. "Hey before you go, here's your half of the tips today. We always tip out at the end of the day, but I doubt we'll get more before I close up today." He said, handing Vivian a small stack of bills. Judging by the numbers, it was about 100$. Not a lot, but something. Vivian stood shocked. She... She'd earned this? Really?
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Without really meaning to, she turned her head to Sam, before back to Jason. Jason quirked a brow and looked at Sam too, wondering what exactly she had looked over at before shrugging. "You... You're sure?" Vivian said quietly, and Jason just laughed. "Yeah.. You earned it. Especially after that bitch earlier this morning. I'll text you your schedule alright." "I don't work tomorrow?" Vivian asked, a little hesitant. Jason shook his head. "Nah... I always take Sundays off so I let everyone else do so too." Vivian just nodded, and put the money in the pocket of her jacket. She still looked a bit shocked as she waved goodbye to Jason, and made her way out of the cafe. When she registered that Sam was next to her, she didn't even pull the cell phone out to speak to him, too shocked at what had just happened. A day of firsts; Got to work on time, was Sober at work, and got a little bit of money for it too without having to steal it. "Please don't ever leave me Sam... I think you might be good luck..."
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 04:37 PM
Sam watched the interaction between Vivian and Jason, keeping their eyes on Vivian to gauge her feelings. She seemed surprised to hear that Jason was telling her that the woman from before was just being a prick. Sam followed the pair back inside the shop, and they resumed watching from a distance to see how she would do. So far, it looked like Vivian was doing a good job even if she messed up a couple times with drink orders. When her shift had come to an end, Sam started to make their way towards their Human, standing behind her and waiting patiently with a smile on their face, hands behind their back. Watching the exchange of Jason handing some cash to Vivian seemed to make the female smile. See? Just apply yourself and you'll be fine, Vivian.. Sam thought to themselves. Once Jason had left the front counter, Vivian turned to face Sam and practically asked them to never leave. "I won't leave you, Vivian. Not until your time on Earth is done that is. You're fine. And.." they spoke, poking her nose with a finger, "Looks like you listened to my advice. Good on you. Apply yourself like you did today and you'll be a great worker here. Jason seems very nice too.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 04:51 PM
Vivian wrinkled her nose a little at his touch, turning so they could leave, holding the door open long enough for Sam to leave with her. "Yeah... well... it wasn't... bad advice I guess... " She muttered. Vivian was still a little shocked that today had gone so well, but she was feeling better that Sam wasn't planning on ditching her just as her luck was turning around. Though, a pang of guilt hit her too. He was stuck with her till she died? Damn... now I'm really sorry your stuck with me...Absentmindedly as she made her way back to the apartment, she counted the bills in front of her. Taking them out of her pocket, and then putting it back again, almost like she was sure at one point she wouldn't have it again. "It's.... it's not enough... Do you think Brent will take it though?" She asked aloud, not really sure if it was enough to buy herself an extension on her rent. The place wasn't expensive thankfully to rent, just under a thousand dollars a month for rent, but it was a trash heap. Guess you get what you paid for. Vivian was more worried now that it wouldn't be enough, this meager amount of money that felt like it was more than she'd had in such a long time, wouldn't be sufficient to grant her a stay of execution for her apartment. "Shit... or I could get like... real groceries with this... not just crap... fuck I don't know what to do here..." It wouldn't help if she bought groceries and didn't have a place to put them, but as it stood she didn't have a lot anyway in her apartment either. "It should probably just go to Brent... but... Fuck it'd be nice to have actual real food for once..." @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 05:02 PM
"I would hope that this advice serves you well, Vivian.." Sam smiled, walking along with her down the street. "I want to make sure that you live a good life.. An honest one like you're supposed to have had.." As the pair walked, Sam glanced over at Vivian who looked to be counting the cash. "I wouldn't show that out in public, Vivian.. It'd be bad if you got jumped.." they warned her, walking past a electrical pole and making themselves visible to everyone. "Best to keep it with you.. hidden" While Vivian seemed to be having conflictions about whether to use the money for groceries or for rent, Sam was looking around to make sure nobody had seen her pull the cash. "I think you should give what you have to Brent. How much do you owe for rent?" Sam needed to get an idea of how much she owed just so they could figure out a next course of action for earning more money. Something that wouldn't get Vivian in trouble or risk her life or health. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 05:17 PM
"Right..." She agreed. She'd gotten so excited at it, Vivian didn't realize that she was basically flashing a banner in front of her like a neon sign with the words 'Please Steal From Me, I'm an Idiot' on it. She folded it neatly and stuffed it into her pocket, keeping her hands in her pockets this time so she could just hold onto it too. She watched as Sam moved behind an electrical pole and when he came out the other side, it seemed that anyone walking in their direction now was aware of his presence and moved out of the pairs way. That's a neat trick... She thought, keeping herself close just because she didn't necessarily want to brush against others walking in the opposite direction. "How much do I owe Brent?" She asked rolling her eyes and sighing. "Well... if you include this month's rent that's due... which is about 900$... after I give him this?" She feigned doing the calculations in her head as if it was a hard math problem to figure out. "I'd owe him 800$..." Yeah, Vivian hadn't paid rent at all this month. She'd been late before, multiple times, and that's why Brent was threatening to evict her now. It was well past the middle of the month, and rent was always due on the first. As they got closer to the apartment area, where the streets got a little less friendly the more they walked, even Vivian started looking around and over her shoulder for anyone that might be looking for her. She really didn't want to think about her situation right now though. It was too great a moment to bring it down thinking of how much she sucked at life. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 05:25 PM
They listened as Vivian seemed to tell them the total for the rent. $900.. well, with what she had now, she could slowly pay it back. That was better than nothing at least, plus it would show that she got a job and is working on paying the rent. "I say.. we go see your landlord then. Give him what you have, tell him you have a job and you are working on paying it back slowly." That was probably the best advice they could give her right now. If she wanted to stay off the street, she had to be willing to put effort into what she was doing now. That included paying overdue rent to a landlord she hated. "I'll come with you, that way he won't ask for anything more from you. Okay?" Sam wanted to be that rock for her, to help her when she needed it but to also be a friend that she could rely on. They wanted to do the best they could to get Vivian on the right track. And it started with paying back rent. As long as they were with her, people wouldn't bother her too much, right? Hell, Sam looked like a pretty nice guy, clearly not Vivian's type, right? Just casual friends. That's all. "Let's go see Brent.." they said with a smile, "So we can start chipping down at that rent.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 05:59 PM
She thought about it for a moment. Would it be better if Sam was there with her? It wasn't like he was intimidating or anything, and she was sure Brent wouldn't think about asking her to suck him off if another person was there to witness his disgusting request, which was a plus. Vivian nodded after finally making her decision. Maybe it couldn't hurt if Sam was there with her. Who knows, maybe Brent wouldn't be such an asshole. "Y-Yeah... Alright..." She agreed, not completely convinced that this was the best course of action, but she didn't think she had much else of a choice. As the pair rounded the corner, Vivian still checking her six every so often to ensure that no one was following up with her, wanting to jump her or her angelic guard, they finally made it back to the apartment building. She felt a little safer, despite the new graffiti that had tagged the boarded up doors of a lewd symbol. Yeah, not wrong... She thought, pulling on the door in a place where the paint hadn't touched, and holding it open for Sam to follow her through. "Brent's office is back here..." She said, though her tone wasn't pleasant. She really hated going to his back office. She'd normally go back there to plead to stay so it wasn't exactly a walk of memories she enjoyed doing. Her feet knew this walk of shame well, her eyes on the ground as her black and purple hair fell in her face a bit. The building stretched on for a bit, but one of the downstairs apartments, number 1, was actually the management office apartment. Brent's home. And where he managed the apartments. She stopped just shy of the apartment door, holding her fist out to knock. The apartment door was metal, just like hers, but it had little notices of how to contact the cops if something happened, who to contact in case there was a leak, or if there was a problem with a lock etc... Most of the numbers were either disconnected or went to other agencies that didn't service the apartments. That said, the tenants her
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e couldn't usually afford to have an outside expert to come fix whatever the hell was broken anyway so needless to say, Brent hadn't needed to update these numbers in a while. Taking a deep breath, Vivian knocked on the door firmly, holding her breath a little to wait for her landlord to answer.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 06:23 PM
The door to the apartment opened for a moment, a tall figure glaring down at the female before taking notice of the second figure with her. The door opened to reveal a tall male with broad shoulders. His hair was dark and messy, along with a slightly scruffy beard. He wore an eyepatch over his left eye while his right eye was glaring daggers at Vivian. He was shirtless, but wore a pair of dark sweatpants. "Finally come to pay off your damn rent?" he growled, folding his arms across his chest. "I hope you're not trying to get out of it again by asking for another extension. I'm done playing games" "We're here to give you some money for the rent.." Sam piped up, a smile on their face. "Huh? Not even the full amount? Also, Vivian.. who the fuck is this guy? Boyfriend or something?" "Not at all, sir. Just a friend of hers" "Friend? Hah, still fucking single eh? Then I suppose you won't mind helping me out tonight then, right?" Brent smirked, reaching a hand out to hold her chin, lifting it to make her look at him. "I could easily look past this if you want.. It'll only cost you a night.. You're so good with your mouth, Vivian.." Sam blinked, staring at the exchange. "We.. were actually wondering if you would be able to make due with the money that she has earned for today.. She has a job now, and is working to get the money together for you.." "Huh? This little whore got herself a honest to God job?" he laughed, letting go of Vivian's chin, a large grin on his face. "You won't last a week.. You'll be crawling to me begging for an extension, just like you always do.." His eye glaring at the female, and then at Sam. "Give me what you have. If you can't pay the rest off by the end of the month, you're out. Understand?" he growled, holding out his hand for the cash. Once it was given to him, he shut the door in her face. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 06:59 PM
Vivian visibly jumped when Brent opened the door. Fucker was the immediate word she thought of when he answered the door and addressed her. She tried to say something to the jerk, but Sam seemed to be handling the conversation. She blinked a little at him, thanking God she'd decided to let him come with her. Vivian then felt Brent's thick hands on her chin and she grimaced looking up into that eye of his. "Not for a year's worth of Free Rent..." She snarled back at him. She could be a bit of a spitfire when she wanted to be, it just took her getting angry to actually get there. Her gray eyes glared back at him defiantly, but she blinked and glanced back over at Sam who seemed to tell Brent that she had a job now, she could pay something, and that just made the brute laugh. Now she knew the humiliation that Sam had felt when Vivian had laughed at him the other night. It, wasn't a pleasant feeling to be sure. "Yeah... I got a fucking job..." She snapped, holding out the cash for Brent once he'd agreed. " We'll see asshole....Take your fucking money. You'll have the rest before the end of the damn month." She didn't get much time to say or do anything else, as once the money was exchanged and he threatened her eviction, the door was slammed in her and Sam's faces. Vivian shook like a leaf on the spot. All she wanted to do was run away from this, just get out of there. "L-Lets go home...." She whispered, her shoulders unable to stop trembling. Vivian didn't wait for Sam to follow. He either would or he wouldn't. She was too much in shock to check. That money she'd worked so hard for, gone as soon as she'd gotten it. She felt so empty, so drained, so sick. Her key roughly was stuck into her door and she glared at the eviction notice hanging on her door. "Fuck you, you piece of garbage....Hell can Have you." She growled, tearing the notice off her door and ripping it into little pieces in the corridor, before going inside the apartment. Out of a habit that she'd f
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ormed recently now, she held the door for Sam before letting the metal door shut loudly. Mr. Sullivan began tapping against the floor under her at the noise. Vivian was on autopilot, she didn't care about the complaint of her downstairs neighbor. Instead she tossed her apron off onto the counter, her jacket onto the floor and she deliberately walked to the table. Her fingers twisted the top of the vodka bottle off that had been sitting there since yesterday, taunting her last night, and daring her to indulge. No more taunting. She wanted to forget that exchange. She wanted to numb everything. Her frustration. Her humiliation. Her anger. Everything. Vivian didn't even think that Sam would see her like this, didn't care. He'd basically fought that battle for her anyway right? Did all the talking himself right? I couldn't even stand up to him myself... Fucking piece of shit... The bottle touched her lips and she paused for a moment, just a moment, glaring at it like it had offended her just by being so ready, so easily accessible in her hands. "I'm...not a fucking whore..." It would be so easy, it was right there. She cold smell the sting of the alcohol in the bottle, tempting and inviting. It was almost like the clear liquid in the glass bottle was luring her in, with sweet promises of forgetting the pain, forgetting the heartache, removing the humiliation, the hate, the anger. Vivian was teetering on the edge, the conflict clear in those gray eyes. To give in to this vice, or to put it back. Everything screamed for her to indulge. All of her just wanted the release to forget. What was holding her back? She wouldn't have held back before, what was different now? Do I really just not want to disappoint Sam? Cause I know he's fucking here? She thought almost bitterly. No... He wants to see my life? Let him see my life then. Be honest right? Well... can't get much more honest than this..
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With two words that escaped her lips, she tipped the bottle back. Taking a larger than a shot drink out of the glass end, wincing and grimacing at the taste. Knowing full well that this was two steps backward and not giving a damn about it. It stung but the pain felt so good. And all Vivian wanted was to forget. "Fuck it."
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 07:17 PM
Sam turned to catch up after Vivian had walked off. She was clearly upset about something, that much was clear. Was it because she had to hand over the money she just got? Sure, it was probably annoying to lose the money she had earned through hard work, but it was necessary to to be able to hold Brent off for two weeks. She should be lucky that it only took $100 and a little convincing. When the pair made it to her apartment, they walked inside once it had been unlocked with Sam's eyes still glued to Vivian as she stood by the table took the Vodka bottle from last night, working on unscrewing the cap on it. Was she.. planning on drinking tonight? Well.. she doesn't work tomorrow, and she seems to be in a sour mood.. As long as it's not too much, it should be okay they thought to themselves before moving to sit on the futon for a bit. "I apologize for talking for you, Vivian. I should have just let you handle it, but you looked.. so nervous being at his door like that.. I wanted to help.." The leaned forward, resting their elbows on their lap, hands entwined as they stared at the little coffee table. "I just wanted to buy you some time, that's all.." Sam had a solemn look on their face, wondering if they might have interfered a bit too much with Brent. The Angel sighed, leaning back on the futon and staring up at the ceiling now. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 07:37 PM
It was clear, she wasn't going to stop with just the one drink. Vivian didn't come up for air until nearly half the bottle had been drained. She vaguely heard Sam apologize to her and she shook her head, sitting down at the table and putting the bottle down on it's surface. "I'm glad you did... I was too chicken shit to. If I didn't have you there... I probably would have let him fuck me tonight..." Her eyes couldn't look at the angel sitting on her futon. He had no right to apologize to her for helping. She wasn't in a sour mood because of Sam. It was because of Brent. Because Brent just saw her like everyone else did; a back alley whore to be used and thrown away. The idea made her take the bottle back against her lips, another long swig gulped down her throat. She seemed to have every intention of finishing that bottle tonight, in the next few minutes if given the chance and opportunity. Instead, at least for the moment, she put it back on the table open. It was a far cry from full now. Vivian sat there and lifted her boot up so she could remove them. One, then the other. Tossed over her shoulder so they landed by her door. "I just... I'm not a fucking whore..." She said defiantly, angrily, standing up again because sitting was apparently not something she wanted to continue doing. Instead she looked over at Samuel, at her guardian angel, looking solemn on her bed staring up at the ceiling. That almost seemed to irritate her more. For a moment she wanted to do something about it. Yell at him? No. That probably wouldn't be nice. Talk to him? Yeah I can probably do that. But about what? Fuck if I know... How do you cheer up an Angel? She thought. She'd only had that hot pocket this morning so her stomach wasn't really full. Having so much vodka so quickly wasn't going to be a good thing here soon so Vivian was working on borrowed time continuing being more sober than drunk. "It's... it's not your fault you know... I'm not mad at you..." She said quietly, wa
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lking over so she was standing in front of him. "I'm... well I'm pissed at myself.... I never wanted to be this you know..." Vivian gestured to herself, her hands moving up and down along her sides as if to emphasize this. "Never wanted to be a fucking slut...You know what I actually wanted to be? What I really wanted to do? Don't laugh... or I'll really finish the rest of that bottle... and believe me I fucking will... " She glanced at it, giving a small smile at how little was left like that was some kind of drunken achievement to gain. "I might anyway... anyway... Wanna know what I really wanted to do with my life?" She asked, but Vivian wasn't going to wait for Sam to actually guess. Or say it if he had some omniscient way of just knowing. "I actually... wanted to be a teacher... for high school kids..." Surprising for sure. This young woman, who hadn't gotten the best education to begin with, standing there looking like the whore she had been called downstairs... had wanted to be a teacher at one point in her life.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 07:54 PM
Sam shook their head as they laid there on the futon. "I never said it was my fault.. It's not either of our faults. It's just how life is. How life decides it wants to do things. Of course I don't think of you as a whore either, Vivian. You just do things to get by. You're a good person. I know you are.." They glanced at the bottle of Vodka for a moment, seeing how it was nearly almost empty now. They looked away for a moment and it was this far gone? Well, her actions will have consequences. She's just lucky she doesn't work tomorrow. Sam patted the spot next to them, as if silently asking for her to sit with them. "I know that Brent is giving you a hard time.. Other people, Life. But, hardships build a person. Makes them stronger. Sometimes people aren't strong enough for it and they try to take the easy way out. I think you can get through this. I do. But you have to trust me, okay?" Sam gave a small smile as they reached up to tuck a bit of hair behind Vivian's ear. "And.." they continued, taking the Vodka bottle and pushing it away from her, "..I think you could be a great teacher. Given we get your life on track and stable.." The real question though, was how much of this did Vivian actually hear? Cause they could probably see the alcohol starting to kick in. How bad of a drunk could she be anyway? @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 08:16 PM
It wasn't his fault. Wasn't hers either though? It was Life's fault? I can't blame life though... how do I blame Life for screwing me over? She thought bitterly. At least he didn't think she was a whore though. That at least felt nice. Someone didn't think she was a whore. Guess he was obligated to think only positive things of her being an angel, but... whatever Vivian would take it at this point. "I... Fuck.. Funny enough I do actually trust you Sam...You're advice is sound, you're kind... you're not an asshole..." those were probably the same thing, but she couldn't really explain the differences between them at this point. "I feel like... I finally have someone who doesn't just see the worst parts of me... and... well tries not to judge the shit out of me....like everyone else." She said quietly, blinking a little as he reached up to tuck her hair behind her ear. She registered the gesture, but her face seemed a little confused. He though she could be a great teacher? I... I could still be a teacher? It's not too late? I thought... it'd be too late for me... She thought. But thinking was starting to hurt. "You... really think so?" She asked, blinking a little at him. "I had...thought...." she looked down for a minute and because she couldn't really organize her thoughts well she blurted out. "Oh yeah... don't sleep or rest or whatever you do on my bed with your shoes on... you track shit in from outside and I know my place is a shit hole but... like... I don't need it to get worse..." At that statement, she forgot what she was going to say. It had been right there, something she had wanted to say to Sam, something she had thought? Nope. Gone. Replaced with a slight scolding instead to her angel friend. Friend? Y-yeah... I guess so... That doesn't sound too terrible Sighing, Vivian decided to indulge Sam's silent request for her to sit next to him. She plopped herself down, leaning a little to her side so her shoulder rested a little against Sam's. Vivi
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an didn't seem to notice it really, or care. All she registered was that it didn't feel like she was alone, or that she was entertaining a john or something. Her cheeks were lightly flushed now, a gentle pink across both cheeks and spreading over her nose. Vivian's eyes were a little unfocused, just staring off into space for a moment. She was letting her mind wander, dream a little of the idea of actually being a teacher someday again. The idea was pleasant and painful all at once. A soft wince came to her face and she sat forward a little, resting her elbows on her knees. "S-Sam... Can I ask you to do something for me? Nothing big... or anything..." She started, staring at the floor, feeling her soberness slip further and further away. "Can.... Can you hug me... like you did before.... please..?" When she drank, she had one of two reactions. One was full on party girl, ready and down for anything. The other? Her childhood memories would flood her head and she couldn't escape them until she got sobered up. It sounded like she was afraid that the second option might be what she was getting tonight, and Vivian was trying to make sure that didn't happen. She'd done enough crying. The woman didn't want to break right now, and she hoped her request wouldn't fall on deaf ears.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 08:35 PM
They blinked a bit, staring at Vivian in her drunken state. Well, at least she was opening up a bit more. Alcohol did tend to loosen lips at times. Without saying anything to her, Sam leaned down a bit to undo their shoes, taking them off and setting them under the table. Things were fine for now. Tame. She was just a bit drunk and that was okay. Not like they were babysitting her all day anyway. Her favor though was what caught Sam's attention. Did she say she wanted them to hug her? If it's just a hug, they could do just that. "Yeah, come here" they said softly, extending their arms and leaning towards her to pull her into a hug. They sighed in content for a moment, letting the hug last as long as Vivian wanted it to. One of their hands reached up to gently stroke the back of her head. "You did good today, Vivian.. I'm here if you need someone." they whispered softly to her. "You're okay.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 08:58 PM
Her eyes watched him remove his shoes, setting them neatly aside. Thank you for that... Like I said... I know my place is a shithole... but.. it's my shithole.. and I... well I try to keep it... not so shitty.... Even her inner dialogue to herself was getting a little confusing to keep track of. Rambling, nonsensical. Even for her. Vivian felt warm, she knew she wasn't going to have many sober thoughts soon anyway, when she heard Sam indulge her request. Vivian just let herself fall into his hug. At first she just let his arms embrace around her. Her hands rested against the front of Sam, her fingers playing a little at his shirt, like examining the fabric perhaps or just idly moving because they couldn't sit still. She felt warm, nearly feverish against him, her hands slowly moving around to his back to hold him in return. This felt nice though. Just a gentle embrace. Something comforting. Something, caring. A shiver went through her but she quickly relaxed when continued further, stroking her head and whispering softly to her. More words of encouragement, more gentleness, something she hadn't had in God knows how long. No one was ever gentle with her. No one ever truly kind or caring. It just felt, nice having someone that actually was. Even if that someone had to be an angel. The comfort was making it harder for her memories to flood her head, which was exactly what she was hoping to avoid. Vivian took a deep breath, taking in whatever smell Sam might actually have though she doubted he had any to worry about. A small smile spread over her lips and she sighed in content. "Thanks Sam....." She whispered softly back to him. Vivian got a bit heavier against him, her face gently snuggling against him. Her hands moved off of his back, letting her hands just gently fall a little. While he was so close to whisper into her ear, she blinked a little. A thought crossed her mind, and she wasn't sure if it was a devilish one or if it was just for curiosities sake. *I t
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hink... I just wanna see what he'll do...* She finally decided. Vivian lifted her head just slightly turning it so she had an easier way to look at him. Very lightly, more again to see what he would do like pandora opening her wretched box, Vivian pressed her lips against Sam's cheek, leaving her lipstick from the day lightly planted there like a sticker. A playful little smirk rose on her face before she put her head back down on his shoulder, unable to keep it lifted. She wasn't unconscious yet of course, just enjoying the hug that she was sure she would be flung from once he had registered what she'd done. pfft.... worth it... she thought cheekily.
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 09:11 PM
The hug felt nice even for them, and it seemed to continue that way for quite a while. It was almost peaceful and relaxing. Her soft words of thanks to them, followed by a sudden kiss to their cheek. Sam's face flushed suddenly at the gesture. This had never happened before, why were they suddenly embarrassed by it? Angels don't get embarrassed by such things! Unless, this was another supposed punishment from their Father. They did continue to interfere with her life after all. Almost like.. they were slowly becoming more Human than Angel. "V-Vivian.. What was that for?" Sam asked, pulling away slightly and trying to get her to look at them. "Why did you do that? It's because you're drunk, isn't it.. That means you've had enough and need to sleep.." The Angel pulled her with them back into the futon, holding her close to them to make sure she didn't go after that last bit of alcohol. It wouldn't be good for her to have it anyway. It was weird to suddenly be feeling all these different emotions. Normally, Sam was used to just Joy or Sadness. Never all these others like being flustered, or anger, or even confusion. It was like they were given so much more power, except it wasn't power, it was just emotions that Sam didn't know how to deal with. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 09:30 PM
Vivian snickered a little. Ohhh he seems so maaaaad She thought almost giddy with herself. When asked what the gesture was for, she blinked a little and shrugged at him. At least she was being honest. It had really been just to see his reaction, nothing more. Though now that he had reacted, it sparked further curiosity. His face being flushed the way it was, that was almost... cute. "Just... felt like it... Kids like stickers when they do a good job..." She explained, a little giggle in her slurred speech. Yeah, she probably was a little drunk. That was very true. However, when she went to protest that she wasn't that drunk, which in drunk terms meant that yes you were that drunk, Vivian instead felt herself pulled back onto the futon. What's he doing??She wondered. She thought he didn't think her a whore, what was he up to? She was held close against him still, now laying down on her futon and she blinked a little at the change in position. As if trying to register where she was, even though she knew damn well that she was now laying on her bed. "S-Samuel.. Whatcha doin?" She asked, not necessarily the same question he had asked her but she certainly was trying to mimic him in the same way. A little playful, and a little flirty. This was much more preferred to her depressed and sad drunk self dealing with the trauma of her life. Oh no, this was much better. Much more fun. As if Vivian needed to make sure that Sam knew she was messing with him a little, she took her index finger and pressed it against his nose even saying "Boop!" for emphasis softly, like he had done earlier in the day. Vivian blinked a little though watching his face. Wait... was he okay? He seemed... off... Even drunk Vivian registered that maybe she'd crossed a line she didn't know was there. In an attempt to be kind, perhaps to apologize for her transgression of teasing, the hand that had booped his nose, instead fell on his opposite cheek without the lipstick so she could look him in th
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e face properly. "You... okay? Did... Did I make you mad?" @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 18-Sep-22 09:41 PM
Sam looked at Vivian for a moment as she held their face, asking if they were okay. If they were mad or upset by the action. Sam shook their head. "N-No, I'm not mad.. At least I dont think I am.. I've never felt this emotion before.." If anything, they felt confused by it. They knew well enough it was a punishment of sorts. As if slowly turning the Angel to a Human. It felt weird to them, but they let it be for now. The sudden boop to their nose though caught Sam by surprise, blinking at the sudden flirting the female was doing. "You shouldnt be flirting with me, Vivian.." they said softly to the drunken gal that was pressed against them. Although, the warmth was nice, and Sam couldn't help but pull her closer and sighing in content. This was fine. It was just a little kiss on the cheek, that's all. Hesitantly, they placed a gentle kiss to Vivian's forehead. "Sleep" they whispered. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 18-Sep-22 09:54 PM
"Never felt emotion.. before...?" Vivian attempted to repeat, tilting her head a little at the reasoning that Sam gave. Well now she needed to know more, there was no way she was going to sleep now. What did he mean he'd never felt this emotion before? He wasn't mad, he said so himself....so what was he feeling then? It was an intriguing concept to the drunk lying next to him. "Hey wait wait...Maybe I can help!" She said almost brightly at him, squirming a little to get herself good and comfortable pressed against him. "Ok.. sooo...You're not mad... what's it feel like? And don't just say good... That's too vague..." She said softly letting her hand drop for a minute off his face. Her fingers trailed gently down his neck and landed softly against his collarbone. She blinked at him though, when he told her that she shouldn't be flirting with him, even going so far as to tell her to sleep and kissing her forehead gently. Vivian blinked, a little confused. Wait, why was she confused? She'd done it first... he was just returning the favor right? Probably....right? After a moment, she came back a little and stuck her tongue out at him playfully answer him back regarding whether she should or shouldn't flirt with Sam. "Who says? Besides... I was returning the favor from earlier silly..." She said a little bit smugly, playfully grinning at him. "You did it first... remember?" Her gray eyes looked back up at him, having been unfocused before but now it seemed like they were sharpening the image. There was a light glimmer in them now, playful, teasing. Softly she whispered into his ear her words perfectly clear, not slurred together and sensually charged. "I can show you what flirting is... if you want me to Sam..." @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 04:21 AM
They blinked in confusion at her, seeing how excited the drunk female next to them was being. She wanted to know.. what emotion they were feeling? What it felt like? Well, just explaining it was fine, right? "Well.. My face.. feels warm.. and my stomach.. feels empty but not.. Like something is flying around in it.." That was probably a weird explanation of 'Butterflies in the Stomach' but they didn't know the actual term for it. The sudden touch that she gave them from the neck to their collarbone made them shiver a bit. What was this feeling? Truly? No, it had to be because Vivian was drunk. She was way too close and flirty for this to be normal. I can't interfere.. Sam thought to themselves watching the female carefully. Swallowing, Sam rolled onto their back to try and not be so close to her. Letting her drink that alcohol was a mistake for sure. "You're flirting won't affect me, Vivian. I'm not Human, remember?" they tried to play it off. Although, Sam didn't know what sort of punishment this would give them if they continued. At least they didn't have parts below the belt, nothing for a drunk Vivian to mess with. They would just have to deal with her attempts at flirting with them. "I.. really think you should sleep, Vivian.. or at least drink some water.. Here, I'll get some for you" they offered, starting to sit up some. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 04:57 AM
Vivian listened, actually quite which was a bit of a feat considering all she wanted to do was break out into giggles every few minutes. For no reason other than because she thought Sam's reactions were cute and funny. "Warm face...empty but not empty stomach..." She repeated, a little thoughtfully. Her eyes glanced at her hand a moment, having felt a small shiver when she had moved it. Could that be part of it too? Maybe... "If...I had to guess...I'd say you were excited." She said finally a look of conviction in her soft gray eyes. Vivian even nodded her head a little at the thought, though her face gave the expression that it wasn't completely convinced that the term was correct. No, there was a better word for it right? Had to be. "Like...not excited like you were when you ate a hot pocket...that's different..." The woman continued, as if trying to explain the term better. "Like...excited cause... Someone or something you like is close... It's ... A mix of being happy and nervous at the same time...cause it's new but not scary..." There had to be a better word for it, mostly because Vivian wasn't sure if her explanation was making any sense to the angel next to her. She paused in the lesson though when Sam said that her flirting didn't affect him, because he wasn't human. Without even looking at him as she seemed focused on a thread of his shirt now while she tried to come up with a better word to use, Vivian lifted her hand and ran her finger from the bridge of this nose over his cheek, pointing out the flush that had shown up there. "That's not true...I think my flirting did affect you..." She said quietly, removing her hand again while she tried to rack her drunken brain on a better word for him. Her hand felt him move, and she heard him say he would get her some water. That's probably a good idea... She thought, recognizing she was thirsty it seemed. But at the movement he made to sit up she suddenly felt panicked. Wait, she didn't want Sam to
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leave, he said he wouldn't leave her, why was he getting up to leave? The thought of water completely erased from her head and she instead gripped Sam's shirt tightly in her hand. "N-No...please don't go....I... I'll be good...I don't want the nightmares to come....P-Please..." It was a frightened plea, begging for him to stay near. Not wanting to be alone, which was what she felt was going to happen. Vivian could see in her head Sam leaving, walking out the door and out of her life, not just going to the sink for water. Even her face showed the fear there, the anguish of being left behind, left alone. Despite the drunk haze where she might have just been playing pretend, this was real and true. "I'm sorry for arousing you...I just...was playing..." She said softly blinking a little and letting a smile spread across her face. She seemed to have found the word she had been looking for in her panic and it made the worry and fear melt away slightly. "That's it! You were Aroused." She declared, almost proud of herself for figuring out the emotion Sam had to have felt. The shiver, the blush, how he felt warm and empty but not at the same time. Had to be. Only word that made sense. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 07:11 AM
Sam stared at Vivian as they listened to her trying to find the word that best described their feeling. She mentioned excited but it didnt really feel that way. They werent jumping for joy or anything. A sigh left Sam's lips as they felt Vivian cling to them, afraid that they'd leave her. "Vivian.. I'm just getting water, remember? Come on.." But the female clung to them, afraid the nightmares would return to plague her mind. With that, Sam gently removed her hands from their shirt, standing up and walking into the kitchen. "Aroused? That isnt possible" the Angel said as they searched the cabinets for a cup and started to fill it with water. "Angel's dont have sex organs.. we cant get aroused.." They shook their head as they made their way back to Vivian and sat down, handing her the cup of water. "You cant prove it either. If anything, I was probably just surprised or something.." Aroused? Is it even possible to feel that without sex organs? No, not possible. I'm smooth as a mannequin down there anyway. Angels dont have a need or desire to procreate or fool around.. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 08:20 AM
Having pulled out of the fear, she let him remove her hands, sitting up on the futon and watching him in her kitchen Oh... Ok... I can still see he's there.. that's okay then She thought quietly, though she was far more interested in listening to what he had to say. "Wait really??" She exclaimed, a little louder than she probably meant to. At the sound of her own voice, she seemed to hush herself, bringing her own finger to her mouth and making a soft shushing sound, before shaking her head. The idea that he wasn't a he, or a she, or anything really due to the lack of any kind of sexual organ down there was a little fascinating to her. New information to her. Not like she had thought about it at all, but now she couldn't help thinking on it. "So... How do you go to the bathroom? If you don't have anything... there?" The question wasn't a real question, it was one from a curious drunk so Sam could take it as he would. Vivian watched when Sam came back to sit on the bed with her, and she sat up a bit better, crossing her legs clumsily at the effort. "I think you can..." She continued, taking the glass of water and holding it in her hands. "Cause... if you were surprised.... it's like... feeling a sudden fear but then it goes away... You don't get butterflies, or feel warm or blush or shiver like you did." Vivian slowly brought the water to her lips and took a solid sip of it before lowering it back down again in her lap. "Dunno if you can get hard without a thing to get hard with... but... I think ya can get aroused though... Cause... it's like getting excited...Just... different." Vivian gave a light shrug at this. The thought had never crossed her mind before, how someone could feel arousal but not actually have the organ to show it. Blinking a little, she looked from the glass of water in her lap back up at Sam. "Could try a test." She said, which seemed an idea she had had. "You can't be surprised now, if you know it's coming right? So what if kissed y
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our cheek again. Could see if you feel the same way." Solid idea, from an unsteady not quite so solid source. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 11:33 AM
Sam stared at Vivian with a confused look on their face. How could they get aroused but not have the organ to show it? That was just.. weird. But, it was a feeling, so maybe? Then again, Angels weren't supposed to be feeling such things. So why did they all of a sudden start developing them? It had to be the punishments that Father was giving them. Any time Sam would interfere, something would be added or taken away. That's the gist of what Sam was thinking anyway. "Get.. hard?" they asked, glancing at their lap a moment. "Angels don't procreate though.. We do not even marry. It's just how it is" they shrugged, lifting their gaze a moment to look at Vivian, seeing she hadn't had a single sip of water. "You should drink your water, it's best to hydrate. You drank a lot of alcohol tonight.." Just as Sam had leaned back to get somewhat comfortable, Vivian spoke of wanting to try and experiment with them. "Vivian.. I told you. It's has nothing to do with me being aroused. It can't happen to Angels.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 11:53 AM
She seemed to glower at him a little. Fine...meanie... She thought a little, taking the glass to her lips and drinking a little more of the water than just a small sip. It wasn't the entirety of it, but it was a good portion at least. It was making her stomach feel full though, considering the amount of vodka Vivian had downed without a care in the world. "No no, I get that..." She said leaning over to place the glass of water on the table. She was at least aware enough that she didn't want to spill it apparently. "But like... You can still feel the feeling... At least... that's what I think... Being aroused isn't always sexual you know..." she said, sitting there holding her knees as he laid back. A soft flush came to her cheeks, different from the drunken one she had sported during this whole exchange. It dawned on her for a moment that despite not having the parts for fun, Sam actually was pretty attractive. It's just cause he was made perfect... that's all.. She thought, laying herself down beside him. He should be lucky she'd purchased vodka and not tequila; Tequila as the song goes, makes your clothes fall off. Which would be significantly harder she imagined. "I think.. if I remember right..." She said, looking at him a bit of a knowledgeable drunkenness, " That the definition of 'Aroused' is... to evoke or awake a feeling, emotion or response...." She blinked, thinking about the words she said before nodding to confirm. This was a pretty defined sentence for the drunk and would surely illicit a bit of a surprised look perhaps, and even if it didn't Vivian was quick to explain, giggling and smiling at him. "I did want to be a teacher ya know... But see? Nothin' sexual mentioned in that definition.." Vivian was sure this wouldn't suffice though, she she huffed a little and sighed, blowing her exhale away from Sam's face. A considerate drunk, not breathing on the sober one in the room too? How rare. "Besides... How else do I prove it to you? If you're
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right, you won't feel anything... won't get a response at all... If I'm right... at least you'll know for sure... Seems like a win win to me..." She said with a little shrug. "You either get to tell me I'm wrong... or you get to know if I'm right." This was almost a dare now. What did the Angel have to be afraid of anyway? It's not like he had mentioned any kind of punishments to her so how would she know? And besides that, he had already felt it once already. How could it hurt possibly feeling that again? @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 03:56 PM
Well, Vivian was right, they were surprised, but not in the way where they were surprised she remembered a dictionary meaning of the word. More like they didnt think it had nothing to do with being sexual. So it was just a feeling? That's all? Well, if that's the case then they guessed it was fine. "I dont think you should be teasing your Guardian Angel, Vivian.. You know my job is to guide you.. Emotions are.. distracting.." Sam would say this, but they had interfered enough as it was. If they did anything more it could have dire consequences. "Let's just say you're right for the sake of it. Okay?" Why was Sam trying to talk down a drunk from being intimate with them? What could she do anyway? Nothing. She cant do shit cause Sam wont react to it. They hope anyway. Sam laid back so they were lying down, staring up at the ceiling. They scratched their ear and sighed. "Let's just rest, it's getting late.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 04:19 PM
For a moment, Vivian thought that perhaps he had relented, that he'd give in to her test. She was quite curious if she was right or not, but instead he just gave up. Told her that she was right by default and wanted to leave it at that. Her shoulders slumped a little as she laid there. Vivian hadn't wanted that, she actually was curious of the results, like a scientist would be when performing an experiment. Having the answer just handed to her wasn't satisfying, especially when it was inconclusive. At the same time, she knew when she was beaten it seemed, and she sighed gently. "Alright.... I'm sorry Sam... I wasn't trying to tease you... I was actually curious to know." She said softly feeling like she had in fact made the angel in her bed mad. But she wouldn't fight him further on it. It was fine, if he wanted to be in denial or whatever then what was it to her? He must know best right, being an angel and all? Surely he knew best. Vivian did trust him after all, she had told him so herself before. A soft pang of pain hit her chest though at that thought. Didn't... he trust me? I wasn't gonna do anything... I'm not a whore... remember...? "Hey.... Sam?" She said gently, turning her head to watch as he scratched at his ear. That's right, maybe he'd tell her about that. Maybe they had significance? It wasn't anything intimate, and considering he was right at how late it was getting she likely wouldn't remain conscious much longer after he started talking anyway. Turning while she waited for him, Vivian found herself nestled up against Sam's side, her eyes closing quietly as she asked her small question, that turned out to be more of a statement then an actual question. Her voice was mumbled, her face relaxing and a soft sigh showing that she had only had the energy left for the minimal sentence before passing out completely. "Thanks...for guiding....me......"
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 04:39 PM
Sam watched as Vivian got herself comfortable by nestling up against their side. They didnt mind this, as it was comforting for the female. Sam was denying Vivian the chance to test her theory simply because they didnt want to get in trouble and punished again. It was better this way. It had to be. Right? Angels cant get involved like that with Humans. Sam was pushing it just by having Vivian see and know of their existence. Their eyes looked down at the female who was drifting to sleep. She seemed to thank them for guiding her. Did she really mean it or was it just the alcohol talking? Either way, it was best to just let it be. Sam wrapped an arm around her, holding her close and moving some of her hair from her face. They leaned down and planted a soft kiss to her forehead before closing their eyes to rest. Gloria.. Samuel.. It seems you were interfering again.. I'm sorry. She was struggling today and I wanted to help her.. I understand that, Samuel. But she wont learn unless she does things on her own. She made progress today. Took my advice and got through her second day of work.. Your ways of guiding her are unique, Samuel. I just hope you do not stray too far from Father's guidance.. I won't. I know if I do.. I get punished for it.. Punishments? Well, see to it that you dont mingle with Humans too long. It's no place for an Angel.. The night wore on and morning showed its face. Sam lay there still holding Vivian close to them. The rise and fall of their chest as they rested. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 05:03 PM
Despite the drunken episode, Vivian slept pretty peacefully the whole night, hardly stirring at all. It wasn't until the morning's sun peeked through her window that she moved at all. Her body felt heavy like it was weighted by stones, and her head once she registered that it was morning throbbed angrily at her. Tiredly she let out a soft groaning noise, grabbing the nearest fabric to her face to cover her eyes. In this case, it was Sam's shirt. Which wasn't too thick to begin with so it didn't do the job she was hoping for in covering and hiding herself from the light. Instead, Vivian dug her face into Sam's side, letting her hand softly land on the side of her face. It was too late though. Try as she might, desperate as she may be, it was morning and she was awake whether she wanted to be or not. "God...fucking...damn it....Just kill me now....fuck my head." she muttered under her breath, groaning at the sound of her own voice in her ears. Still in her jeans and shirt from yesterday as she'd never changed into something more comfortable, Vivian curled into a more fetal and pained position. It's my own fault... again... Fuck that Brent and his bullshit... She thought angrily, a pained moan escaping her lips when she tried to move. Her sounds of stirring weren't loud, but they certainly were loud enough to wake the one she'd snuggled up against. Her eyes barely opened, taking in his side and she winced at the realization of it. Fuck.... Bet I get a lecture.... "Before you start..." She moaned a little, as if wanting to keep the lecture at bay for her behavior last night. "I really did just want to see if you felt aroused or not... It wasn't a joke or anything... I was legitimately curious.... And yes... in case you're wondering... I remember pretty much everything that happened last night.." Even though she was covering her face as best she could, she did take a hand and point down at herself to emphasize this next point. "High functioning drunk...Never got
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ten so bad that I haven't remembered all the bullshit I did the night before...Which... I'm sorry again.. if I made you mad or uncomfortable Sam..." @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 05:24 PM
Sam felt the stirring of the female next to them and opened their eyes to look down at Vivian who was trying to hide her eyes from the sunlight. It was a bit cute in a way. "Well, I hope you at least learned a lesson about drinking almost an entire bottle of Vodka then.." Sam said smugly. "I know yesterday was rough for you. But you did do an awesome job too. So I think.. a little of that alcohol was for celebration purposes.. you just didnt know about it" Sam stretched a little before shifting a bit to lay on their side, facing Vivian. They sighed in content for a moment before speaking again. "I.. did feel aroused last night. I will admit that to you, regretfully.. however.. understand that Angels cant involve themselves with Humans like that. Okay? I know you werent doing it in that way.. but.." Sam sighed, trying to think how to better explain this. "The more I interfere.. the more punishments I get from my Father. I dont want to be kicked from Heaven.. but I also dont want to fail you either.. That's why I rejected your little.. flirting.. even if you were drunk.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 05:36 PM
"Yeah... you'd think I'd have learned my lesson... " She sighed, more angry at herself really than anything else. This always happens. She gets it to celebrate or bribe her landlord. Ends up downing nearly the whole bottle and paying the price for it the next day. Often times on a day she's supposed to be working which ends up getting her fired. Because who wants a drunk as an employee? Thankfully Jason's coffee shop was closed, she didn't have to work today, so she could just nurse the hangover that kept throbbing between her ears. "I... wait... You mean that?" She said quietly, barely above a whisper as she really hated how grating her voice sounded when she didn't feel well like this. "Like... I was actually right? Huh....well fuck me..." She said incredulously. She had it as a theory, but she was ready to accept the fact that it likely wasn't true, or that she was wrong in some way. Wouldn't have been the first time after all. Drunk Vivian was fairly certain though about it, and now that Hungover Vivian heard the confirmation for it, she felt a little better at that certainty. "I don't think... You should regret feeling things Sam... The way I see it, the more you feel and understand, the more you know what the stupid fucking Human you're guarding is going through right? So maybe it's a good thing..." This, Vivian wasn't exactly sure of. She didn't know the inner workings of heaven or the hierarchy or the rules and whatnot. It was purely speculation on her part. It took her a moment, but she did register what he said next. Punishments? For what? It wasn't his fault... "You've... been punished because of me?" Vivian asked, swallowing a little and gingerly moving her hand to look at him. That was a guilty face, albeit fairly hidden next to him. "What.... kind of punishments?" Her gray eyes scanned over him a bit, as if looking for marks, bruises, scars, something that would indicate he'd been beaten or something, or had received some kind of punishment like
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he said, but other than the stab wounds that were healing nicely on his hand and side, she didn't see anything that stood out.
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 05:51 PM
Sam was silent as they listened to Vivian speak. They shook their head slightly at her. "The punishments are different each time I've noticed.. and they seem to coincide with any disobedience I do.." This was what Sam had noticed this far at least. They had been punished twice so far for interfering. "The stab wound and cut on my hand.. those were for showing my existence to you.." That much was clear, Angels were not able to be harmed by Human hands. "The second punishment was emotions.. feelings. Angels are not supposed to get attached to the Humans they help. It's a job, and we help hundreds of thousands of Humans. So feeling pain, sorrow, anger.. even arousal.. it's something I shouldnt normally feel" The real question was what was the third punishment going to be? It had to do with Vivian arousing them.. Sam adjusted themselves so they were hugging Vivian closer, enjoying the comfort of another. Though, something did feel off. Different. They couldn't quite figure it out though. "At least you don't work today. We can surely spend it by trying to figure out how much money you owe in general to both Tony and Brent.." That was the issue that Sam wanted to tackle. Money problems. Brent was gracious enough to give them two weeks. By then, Vivian would have gotten her first paycheck, right? Hopefully it would be enough to pay Brent back. But there was also the issue of Tony. He seemed a bit fiercer than Brent. The stab wound was a simple reminder of it. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 06:15 PM
Vivian groaned a little, but didn't fight the tighter embrace. It actually felt good to be held, as strange as that seemed. Most who were hungover would prefer not to be touched at all. Vivian? Well she preferred it. It was comforting to have someone who just wanted to make her feel better and if it help Sam too then all the better. She listened in silence as he rattled off the punishments that he had received because of her and nodded a little. "Those don't....sound like punishments..." She said finally, thinking it over which hurt a little. "I mean...I guess they could be....but ...You getting stabbed was because of me...If you hadn't interfered, I'm pretty sure I wouldn't be here. So, how is it a punishment for saving my life? Just seems like a consequence of my idiocy, not a punishment because you helped...which, is your job..." She said quietly. Vivian closed her eyes a little. It was easier to think this way. "And the emotions? I don't know...like I said, I think those are to make you better. Make you understand Humans better and maybe help them better...because you can understand their feelings... Maybe it's a reward, not a punishment? Because I'm not dead and I'm doing better maybe....I don't really fucking know... So maybe the big guy upstairs gave you a reward or something?" Vivian wasn't as confident about the last part, but it at least made sense. For the most part. Vivian went quiet for a moment, letting Sam speak about about her debt. Yeah....I guess...though that's not a hard number to figure out... She thought with a sigh. "I owe Tony 200$ and Brent 800$ now....so 1000$ total. As long as Tony doesn't add interest....Anyway..." Vivian said quickly, preferring not to dwell on her debt that wasn't going anywhere today, and looking to go back to what Sam saw as a problem. "So...Okay you've had two 'punishments' I guess....Do you really think you'll get a third? Any idea what it could be?" @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 06:26 PM
It was certainly difficult to think of these punishments as something like a consequence or a reward. Was it true though? When Sam had talked to Gloria last night, she seemed to be a bit confused at the mention of punishments. She was pretty close as a supervisor for the Father so it wouldnt be crazy to think. "Okay.. let's say my Father is not punishing me then.." Sam sighed, scratching their ear while thinking of what the third change in them would be. "I'm not sure to be honest.. Maybe if you had continued your flirty experiment last night.. it could have led to something. But that's about it.." Sam closed their eyes and rested their chin atop Vivian's head. The rise and fall of their chest as they breathed slowly. "Do you.. really think these changes are beneficial?" @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 06:42 PM
"Not sure...I'm not God ya know...So how the fuck would I know..." Vivian said quietly, a light smile on her face and chuckling a bit. She absolutely regretted this though, and winced painfully at the added jostling however slight it was to her head. Vivian let her eyes open for a moment, glancing at Sam's shirt. She had a thought, wondering exactly if Sam would be angry at the idea. She stayed quiet for a few more minutes thinking long and hard about whether she should propose it or not. Fuck it...if he gets mad at me then that can be my punishment I suppose... "I think they could be beneficial... But it's hard to say to be honest with you Sam...but ... Could always try for the hat trick..." She said slowly, glancing away from him for a moment and breathing lightly. " I mean... If they're actually punishments then you'll know right away right? Or it'll be something really obvious...I'm not saying test your luck or anything...but...at the same time..." How was she to word this so that this Angel would understand where she was coming from. She took a deep breath and then continued. " Doesn't He know everything? Like, your Father, already knows what will happen and what won't right? And everything that happens here is supposed to be part of His plan right? Who's to say than that you getting emotions and all that was, part of the plan?" @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 06:56 PM
Sam gave a slight nod at her questions. "He does know everything.. Past, Present and Future.. I almost forgot to be honest.. Some Angel.." They pulled away for a moment so they could lay on their back with a groan. That weird feeling again. Sam looked down briefly only to see something that caught the Angel by surprise. Quickly, they took one of the blankets and covered the lower half with it. "Got a bit cold" he feigned, trying to relax themselves. Seems they figured out what the third punishment was. It felt weird, even more so when it pressed against their jeans. Uncomfortable. Why did this have to be the next one? Swallowing, the Angel looked at Vivian. "Well, whatever the punishment or change is.. I'm sure I can manage it just fine.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 07:12 PM
Vivian blinked a little, wincing as Sam moved. She had liked the way they had been before. It had been more comfortable at least, but the woman just figured she'd perhaps offended the Angel by saying she wasn't God or something. That she was trying to guess what He wanted or something. Yeah, I guess that's rude to assume that shit... it was just a theory though... just... spit balling ideas... She thought to herself, deciding that she should try and get up. There was that glass of water on the table. That was probably a good idea. Vivian watched as Sam seemed cold, quickly covering himself up but only up to his waist. Uh... okay... if you were cold, then why did you let go of me? I'm pretty sure I'm about as hot as hell right now.... She thought, pushing herself up with a loud straining groan. Her head ached at the change in elevation, but she knew she had some pain meds in the bathroom and that would help with her headache. "I'm sure you can... I just hope it's not you getting stabbed again... That honestly would suck.." She said with a light smile, sliding herself down so she could gingerly get off the bed. Her hand idly rested on his thigh just for a moment. Vivian obviously hadn't noticed any difference, other than Sam seemed to be acting a little less stiff, but she chalked that up to possibly him getting emotions or feelings or something. "Fuck... I didn't even change last night..." She said aloud, getting to her feet and rubbing her temple tenderly. She at least wanted a new shirt, which that reminded her. "Oh hey... You've got the same shirt and pants and like... never need to change... but your shirt's kinda fucked up... I have a couple of guy shirts... Just cause they were clearance... or... stolen..." She cleared her throat a little, opening her closet to look for him. "They make good night shirts sometimes when it's hot as fuck... I bet one would fit you... if you wanted..." She said this idly, looking through the different shirts she had. Most w
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ere just cotton basics, nothing fancy. Some long sleeve or t-shirts. While glancing around, she stripped her own shirt off, giving it a sniff and recoiling. Vodka, Coffee and B.O. didn't exactly make a great combination. "I think this one might fit..." She said, pulling out a long sleeved shirt similar to Sam's but in a dark blue. Without really trying to be alluring or anything, as she still believed him a Ken Doll, she stood there in her bra, holding the shirt out for him to come get it. See if it would fit him. As far as Vivian knew, he could feel arousal, but couldn't do anything about it, so it was just a feeling, nothing more. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 07:25 PM
They flinched internally at the sudden hand to their thigh. Calm down.. You're fine.. It'll go away. I'll make it go away.. they thought calmly. Sam watched as Vivian got up off the futon, making her way to the closet she had, talking about getting a new shirt for them. "I'm fine with whatever fits.." It was a mistake to look over at her though, as their body surely reacted to it. Sam looked away quickly, not wanting to get aroused any more than what was already going on. Except it was getting worse. "Uh.. yeah.. Just toss it over. I'm cold.. dont wanna get up. Comfy" Though, Sam did look at how dirty and torn the shirt they had on was. A new one would be nice. Slowly, Sam reached down and pulled off the old shirt of theirs. If you looked and didnt think of them as an angel, they really did look human. Attractive at that too. "You.. stole some of those shirts?" Sam asked, trying to distract not only Vivian but themselves, not looking at the female. "You know that's bad.. right?" @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 07:35 PM
Vivian tilted her head a little at him. What was up with him? Ok, first off... it's not that cold in here... but secondly.... why do you sound so flustered? She thought, before shaking her head a little at his comment. "Yeah, I know stealing is wrong... I needed the clothes, I couldn't exactly run around the streets naked.. I get called a fucking whore enough as it is thank you very much." She said in a bit of a huff. "They were clearance anyway, so they weren't full price... the stores were getting rid of them anyway... Better in my closet getting some use then some landfill somewhere..." Vivian turned her attention to her own collection of shirts, grabbing a pair of them before taking a few steps closer to Sam. She was debating which shirt she should wear, more debating how the weather would be today and if either would be adequate. About five steps from him, she stopped though. For one, she concurred with Drunk Vivian's assessment the night prior. Sam was attractive, easy on the eyes for sure. It made a soft pink flush on her cheeks a little watching him lay there without a shirt. But this also perplexed her. If he was so cold, why didn't he put the blanket on him fully? "Sheesh... for someone not nursing a hangover... you're being awfully lazy Sam." Vivian teased, folding her arms a little. Even if she were to reach out with the shirt at this distance, there was no way Sam would be able to reach it. She hadn't decided which shirt she wanted to wear to replace the one she'd removed, and now she was enjoying teasing him a little. "C'mon... if I have to get up... shouldn't you? I mean... fuck we can stay in bed all day, I don't mind that either... but... at least get up and try the shirt on... I'm not sure if it'll fit... but I think it might."
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 07:44 PM
Sam shook their head. "I'm not judging or anything.. I was just saying that.. hopefully now that you have a job and a future steady income.. you wont have to steal.." From the corner of their eye, they could see Vivian was still shirtless, trying to figure out what shirt she wanted to wear probably. Along with it? The shirt she wanted them to try on. "Why should I nurse your hangover? You are the one that drank.. Take responsibility for your actions.. right?" They smiled smugly. "Besides, maybe I find your bed comfortable and prefer to stay here.." No way can she know about this.. I need to get rid of it.. but no matter how hard I try.. I cant.. Almost like.. Father is preventing me.. Why? "Just.. pick a shirt, Vivian.. I'm sure you're fine in whatever you choose" @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 07:56 PM
Alright that was it. Final straw reached. He was definitely acting weird. Sure, her bed was... decent... but it wasn't the most comfortable thing in the world. And besides that, Sam had told her before that Angels didn't care for 'Comfort' in the same way that Humans did. Her home was good as is, because it didn't matter to them. They didn't desire comfort in the same way. Something was up, and Vivian cocked her head a little at him listening. "I mean, I'm the one nursing a hangover Sam... You're not... It's more likely that I'd be the one in bed, not you...That's what I meant..." She said quietly, her soft gray eyes watching him carefully. Something was definitely odd about him today. Did he not feel well? Maybe he was sick? Could that be the third punishment; an illness or something? No, he looks the same as he's looked before... I don't think Angels can get sick anyway... Vivian thought, putting the shirts in her hand down on the table for a moment while she thought of what could be the problem. "Hey Sam..." Vivian began quietly, standing there without a shirt still as that seemed to make him refuse to look at her. Why would it matter? It's not like he could do anything about it, right? She blinked for a moment, as if receiving a revelation of her own. No fucking way... He said Angels don't have sex parts... They don't procreate like that... but.... he's acting like a teenager with his first hard on...Only one way to find out I guess... Softly, the woman reached over and pulled the shirt for Sam off the small pile on the table. In a soft underhand toss, she lobbed it over to him with the instructions of "Here, Catch." Once the shirt had left her hands, she took a quick step forward and grabbed the blanket that Sam seemed so eager to keep hold of on him. The shirt was just within his grasp, when the blanket was pulled like a magician trying to remove a tablecloth but leave the table setting untouched. In her quick movement, the glass of water toppled to
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 08:05 PM
The moment they went to catch the shirt tossed to them, they realized their mistake and were not fast enough to fix it. The blanket came off and in clear view to both was a bulge in Sam's jeans. This caused the Angel to blush considerably and cover it up with the shirts instead. "V-Vivian!" They managed to get out, their face a bright red in embarrassment. I didnt want her to know.. I'm such a bad liar.. "P-Please.. put a shirt on.. its.. making it worse.." they admit uncomfortably. To think that they were getting closer and closer to being more Human.. It was actually kind of scary. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 08:16 PM
Vivian snickered a little. It wasn't the first time she'd seen an excited guy in her bed but his embarrassment at it was a little comical. Oh no buddy, get ready for a little playful hazing Sam "Huh... you know..." She said loftily, putting her index finger to her chin as if she was thinking this over. "I don't know if I will... it's kind of a warm day today... and since I'm not really Needed to go anywhere...Why dirty more laundry that I can't afford to fucking wash anyway?" She said taking another step over and sitting down on the edge of the futon next to him. Vivian turned her head and glanced down at him, smiling in a playfully wicked way, but it soon went away. "You know... this could be the third punishment..." Vivian said quietly, but she didn't mean the bulge in his pants. Instead she just tapped his cheeks a little, gently, but easily warm on his face. "The whole, feeling embarrassment, being uncomfortable, awkward... all that... Probably for lying about being aroused last night..." She had had her fun though, not wanting to torture the poor Angel, considering that not only did he seem uncomfortable, understandably so, but she imagined it might not be a fun experience for him either. Both as an Angel and as a guy. She had been told that morning wood wasn't comfortable even though she didn't know the feeling herself. Standing back up, she grabbed one of the shirt's she'd debated on. Lavender to match the purple streaks in her hair, a v-neck crop top that lifted just slightly to show her midrift. "...So.. I guess this is His way maybe, of making you feel the sexual part of Arousal...for lying about it maybe..." This was said with a bit of a shrug, unsure really if that was the case; it was just her best guess. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 08:23 PM
Sam groaned a bit, not really liking the teasing being given to them. Was it possible that Vivian was right? That this was the third punishment? For lying? It was a sin.. So.. it wasnt far off. "Well.. how do I get rid of it then.. Cause it's annoying and I cant get it to just.. disappear.. Father is preventing me.." The Angel seemed a bit frustrated as they laid back down on the futon, staring at the ceiling and disliking every moment of this. It was torture. Painful. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 08:29 PM
Vivian blinked at him. It stood to reason that he didn't know how to relieve himself, but she hadn't actually thought of that. Her face flushed a little, and she held the back or her head with one hand while the other rested on her hip. She knew a few different ways of course, but... She as pretty sure he wasn't going to like it. Or... maybe he will... I dunno... "Uh... well.. um.. There's... a few different ways to uh... relieve yourself..." She said with a little bit of emphasis, though she was very certain that he wouldn't understand what she meant. Sighing a little, Vivian leaned down so she could get close to Sam's face to ask this. "Look... I can help you if you want... But you gotta trust me okay? And... don't judge me for it afterwards." She said sternly, those gray eyes intense but also hinting with kindness. She was a professional after all, and knew what the fuck she was doing. Standing back up straight, she moved so that she was closer to his waist and waited. "You're probably not gonna like it... or... you might really like it... I'm not sure... But trust me, I'm not gonna hurt you or anything... I swear... " Would the saint trust the sinner? @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 19-Sep-22 08:41 PM
Sam swallowed when Vivian got close to them. She was willing to help them? Well, she did say before she would do this kind of stuff to get by with rent and stuff. Was it wise to let her was the real question. "Vivian.. I dont know.. I think this might be a bit much.." the confess but groan when the pain started to worsen. "Ack.. Fine.. I give in.. Help me, please.." they relented, watching her get close to them. Sam just wanted the uncomfortable feeling to go away. For the day to be normal. Why did they have to wake up with this? "W-What should.. I do?" Sam asked her, looking at her with concern and a willingness to help if at all. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 19-Sep-22 08:56 PM
Vivian sighed a little, taking stock of the situation and giving it some real thought. "Nothing. You lay there. You can watch if you want, but... I mean... well you'll have to figure out how to do this later if I'm not around..." She said softly, her hands moving to her crop top shirt and removing it. In her head, considering the fact that he had gotten so excited with her topless before, this might speed up the process. She'd leave the bra on for his decency. Slowly, she knelt onto the bed, putting one leg on either side of his like she was straddling his leg instead of his actual waist. Her fingers moved to his abdomen first, just so he could get used to the touch of her there. Every so often, she'd look up at him, just checking to make sure he was alright. That she wasn't hurting him or something. It probably hurts more that it's caged up right now She thought to herself, letting her hand fall on the button and zipper of his jeans. Vivian almost went right to it, like a second habit but she paused, just giving a small hesitation. Uh... if..if you're watching God... you uh... might want to look away..... I'm just doing this to make him feel better... n-nothing more... I swear... It's um... kind of my fault anyway... ok it's like, all my fault... sorry... That little prayer thought inwardly, though not said aloud as she didn't want to make Sam's situation feel any worse than it probably already did, Vivian unbuttoned his jeans, and slipped his zipper down. She was gentle, her hands careful pulling his pants open and down enough to let the brand new organ breathe a bit. There was a pause now, just waiting to be sure Sam hadn't passed out or something from either the embarrassment of it or the sight of it or both. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 20-Sep-22 04:27 AM
Sam was a bit conflicted at all of this. Did they want to watch? Everything in them was telling them no, but curiosity was something that got the better of them. Always. They watched as Vivian moved to remove her shirt, which caused the Angel to blush significantly more. Their heart was beating like crazy at the sight as she straddled one of their legs. Her fingers along their stomach made them shiver, strangely liking the physical touch going on. Then her hands found the hem of their pants, working on undoing the zipper and button of their jeans. It still felt so constricting, but once their jeans had been undone, it was like all the pressure that they felt was receding. Sam stared at the newly acquired and sadly erect, cock. It felt so weird seeing it like this, even more so to watch it twitch. I'm not.. moving it.. Why is it doing that? And.. why does it still hurt? Sam thought to themselves before trying to get comfortable, sitting up a little bit but leaning on their hands. Enough to be close to her if need be. "This looks so weird.." they said, both amazed and confused at the once smooth lower region now a throbbing organ. How big was it anyway? It looked.. like a fair bit. "W-What do you plan on doing?" Sam asked her. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 20-Sep-22 04:46 AM
Vivian had seen a fair few, not a number that she really wanted to quantify, of cocks before but the sight of his seemed to make her blush a little. It wasn't that it was any different than any other she'd seen, it was more who it belonged to. She chuckled a little when he sat up in order to inspect the thing, looking bewildered by it. "Yeah...that's the consensus between most girls is that cock looks weird or funny....guys like you though tend to be proud of it...and for you sir..." She said in a little bit of a lighthearted joking way. "Are what we in the Slut Business would call Blessed." The comment was meant to give him a bit of confidence but after it slipped out of her mouth she realized how ironic that term was now and giggled a little at herself. This just made her since though; she was still hungover after all. "I plan on getting it to...well...calm down..." Vivian started, though she felt a little awkward having to explain this to the Angel. " I'm not going to suck you off though, my head hurts too much to do that...so I'll just use my hands. That's it. All you have to do is relax Sam...that's it...I'll do all the work..." She thought for a moment, letting one hand slide up his thigh over his jeans first as they got closer to the twitching excited member. "Just...breathe, and relax...And whatever feelings.." no, there was a better word "sensations you feel, just...don't fight them. Let them happen. Some people like holding back like that but that's because they enjoy that kind of pain... we're going 100% vanilla since it's your first time...." Her hand inched closer as she spoke, gently resting at the base of him before stopping. Her fingers lightly tickled at the skin there, as if waiting for someone to tell them to start, waiting at the race line. Without another word, she gently took her fingers and let them drag against the underside of him from base to tip, pausing at the top of it before lifting off. A first stroke, just to gauge his reaction,
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Samuel BOT 20-Sep-22 01:44 PM
"Proud of it? Why would males need to be proud of it?" Sam asked her, staring at the organ as it twitched. Though, now that they thought about it, Humans tended to be greedy at times too. So they shouldn't be too surprised really at the idea that men were proud. The feeling of her hand resting on his thigh made him shiver once more, watching it inch closer. What was this about people liking pain? Sam most certainly did not like pain. That much was clear. The slight feeling of her fingers touching the base however made them squirm a bit. It was a feeling they were not used to at all. It was so sensitive, and the tickle of her fingertips against the underside of it made them shudder. However, the sudden stroke after her fingers had reached the tip and plummeted down to the base made them gasp. It was a weird feeling, that's for sure. They didn't know how to describe it, or what it really was. Emotions were new for the Angel. But deep down, they were liking the feeling. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 20-Sep-22 03:44 PM
"Fuck if I know Sam..." Vivian said quietly, a little smile coming to her lips at his sudden gasp. "Oh? That good huh? Guess I haven't lost my touch..." That was just a taste. Boy... You're in for a ride.. She thought, inwardly hating herself for knowing how to set a man off like this. Her fingertips were first, lightly petting and softly touching the tip of him only. At one point she let her index finger nail drag along the plumed edge of him. Not hard enough to scratch or do damage, just enough to dance and tickle at him. Vivian watched his reactions, gauging how much or how little pressure to add to him. The last thing she wanted to was to be too overstimulating, as that could be a quickie he wouldn't appreciate. Or would he? Fuck... I dunno... After a few moments remaining at the tip of him, she let her fingers leave him completely. They dragged along, pulling teasingly off to leave him twitching and waiting for her to return. "I know I've got some here somewhere..." She muttered, realizing this would feel loads better with something she kept handy, unfortunately. Vivian leaned over his lap for a moment, reaching for the edge of the futon and pulling the side of it up. Her breasts though held in her bra lightly grazed over him doing this but with a little "Ah ha! Perfect." it was clear she had found what she was looking for. Carefully she pulled out a small black bottle, decorated with purple and blue on the front. "This'll help I think..." She said softly, pulling herself back up and letting a couple drops of what appeared to be an oil fall on her hands. It had a pleasant strawberry and raspberry smell that wafted in the air. Vivian then put a drop on the tip of his cock, watching it twitch at the slight chill of the oil but letting it slide down him without touching him so he could experience the sensation of it first. "Trust me... Dry hand jobs don't always feel good...This just...well as the bottle says... just lubricates things..." Vivian explain
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ed, rubbing her hands together after putting the bottle down beside her. "Plus... it's edible... Doesn't taste awful either." She said with a playful smile, sticking her tongue out and licking her pinky finger to demonstrate to the likely tortured and confused Angel she was sitting on. It was sweet, with a light aftertaste, and while yeah edible it wasn't recommended to have as part of your daily meal of course. But at least it made the task at hand, a little more bearable.
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Samuel BOT 22-Sep-22 01:23 PM
Sam shook their head, not sure how to explain the feeling. It was ticklish but also it strangely felt really nice the way she touched them that way. The way she touched the tip seemed to set them off a bit, a faint moaning sound coming from their lips when they parted. They would shiver at the feeling, how sensitive her touch was to their skin. The moment her hand left their cock though, Sam started to relax a bit from the teasing, while their cock twitched, waiting for her hand to return. The sudden closeness of her chest to them made Sam blush a deep red. Why was she getting so close? What was she searching for? The softness of her chest gently pressed against theirs, and Sam had to hold their breath a moment, not sure how to react to such an action. Though, by the sound of her, it seems she found what she was looking for and pulled away a bit to return to sitting on Sam's leg. Vivian seemed to be holding a black bottle that she opened and let a little of the liquid fall into her hand. What was it? It smelled sweet like fruit. The sudden cold feeling of the oil on the tip of their cock made it twitch and they shivered at the strange feeling. "Ah, it's cold.." they gasped, watching as Vivian rubbed her hands together to spread the oil. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 22-Sep-22 01:38 PM
Vivian blinked a little, letting the oil soak a little into her hands when she heard him gasp at the chill of it. Guess it is a little cold, sorry Sam. She thought for a moment, before letting her hands return to do their job. A little really did go a long way, three drops was plenty for this it seemed, which she found a little funny considering this was apparently supposed to be his third punishment after all. Some punishment... "Yeah... it can be... don't worry... it won't stay that way..." Her words were soft, quiet and gentle. Despite unfortunately considering herself a professional in this particular field, she couldn't help the flush on her cheeks any time she heard Sam make a sound. It was a natural reaction to hearing the faint moan he made. Gently, Vivian let the palm of one hand slide over the tip of him, while the other waited for it's turn. She was careful not to touch anything else as she didn't want the oil to rub off. The hand that engulfed him was warm and the oil she had used made it easy for it to slide up and down him. Vivian started slowly, taking long purposeful strokes and letting him get used to the feeling of it first. "Remember what I said Sam... Just... relax.. " Her words were soothing, trying to help him at least enjoy the sensations. It'd be no fun if he didn't. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 22-Sep-22 01:53 PM
Sam tried to follow her words of advice, to relax. It was hard to do when all they felt was this blissful, sensitive yet arousing feeling from her stroking them. The long strokes were certainly something, and they could feel them much better now that the oil had been applied. Her hand moved so easily up and down their shaft. It was amazing. "Oh.. Oh.." They would moan, gripping the side of the futon a moment and trying to relax. It felt so good to feel her hands moving against their twitching member. Certainly a sensation they had never felt before. The movements were slow, long, and just as wonderful. There was a strange feeling in their abdomen, a surge or spark that seemed to excite the Angel. "More.. p-please.. Vivian.." they moaned, their hips moving gently against her hand without meaning to. "Oh.. Yes.." @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 22-Sep-22 02:07 PM
She swallowed softly, doing her best to detach herself so she could be the sober one in the situation here. Let him get lost in the sensation of it, don't get lost yourself. But fuck it was hard to do when he kept moaning like that. Shit my guy... G-Glad you're enjoying it.. Even her own inner monologue to herself seemed to stammer at the sounds. Her pace increased, slow at first but steadily. She'd give him a moment to enjoy the new speed before switching hands and continuing. This was done seamlessly, barely feeling like she had changed at all. Her palms kept even pressure for the most part, pressing at him and massaging as she went. Vivian was starting to have a difficult time keeping her mouth shut so he could just enjoy the feeling she was giving to him. Her chest fluttered with each moan, and rose and feel quickly. Okay... let's switch it up... She thought, swallowing to try and regain her slipping composure until he moaned her name. It wasn't the first time a guy had moaned her name, pleaded with her, begged her to do whatever it was she was doing to them and more. But hearing Sam do it, knowing what he was, knowing it was a pure reaction not just a practiced one from multiple partners made Vivian slip. It was quiet, a soft humming like sound like a sweet whine, and she looked down quickly to keep her gaze away. At his request though, she gently began to let her wrist roll a little with each stroke, moving in a varying pattern. She'd slip her hand down halfway, then up to the top, then down just an inch, then back up, then the full length of him and up again. Her pressure would vary as she did this, taking note of his hips movement too and leaning forward a little as she worked. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 22-Sep-22 02:21 PM
"Ah, Vivian.. V-Vivian.. This.. feels so.. g-good" they moaned, feeling her changing things up. The way her hand pumped easily up and down the shaft as if it was nothing was something they didn't know they would love. Their back arched a little when she would slow, pick up speed, slow down again. It was like a roller coaster of feelings. Speaking of feelings, that surge and spark in their abdomen seemed to grow a bit each time Vivian teased them. Their cock started to throb a bit at the stimulation, and Sam could not keep quiet. "V-Vivian.. Oh God.. It.. Mmm.." Their hips were bucking into her hand now, all on their own in reaction to her teasing. Sam could feel something building in them, but didn't know what. It was a strange sensation, one that begged for release. "Ah, Ah.. Mmm.." They would gasp and moan with each little thing she did to them. The surge inside grew more, and their hips continued to buck into her hand. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 23-Sep-22 12:22 PM
Shit.... I think I'm a bad influence on you Sam...Vivian thought silently to herself though she really couldn't acknowledge the thought too much, unable to help the little exhales and softly intimate whines that she made. The sounds that Sam made were intoxicating. She absolutely felt shivers every time he used her name. Every time he moaned any words out to her. Even though she was doing her best to try and stay detached from this, it was clear she was enjoying this in her own right too. "G-Good...Glad you're...enjoying it..." Vivian meant to say gently to him, but it came out like a soft moan herself, breathy and excited. She swallowed hard, her hands switching back and forth automatically against him. The pace increased and she squeezed a little tighter around him now, giving some resistance when she would stroke the full length of him. In sync with the bucking of his hips, Vivian started rolling her own a little on his leg. It was a reaction directly caused by his legs moving under her when he'd move his hips. She certainly was stimulating him enough, but the action excited her too. Guess... it's been a while for me too... at least, with someone that wasn't an asshole... Vivian smiled softly, a vibrant flush now on her face letting her forehead softly touch against his shoulder. "F-Fuck.... I didn't expect you... to sound so nice.." Vivian murmured, her voice saturated in his ear. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 23-Sep-22 04:55 PM
Sam could feel her hand working them that much harder, squeezing their cock to give some resistance. It felt so good to just have it squeezed like that. Just that slightly rougher hold on them was something that made the Angel moan louder, even more so when Vivian had moved closer towards them. "You.. sound l-like.. you enjoy -i-it.. too.." they gasped, feeling her head rest against their shoulder. Feeling her hips roll against their leg, they didn't fight it, just let it happen. "You.. like.. my v-v--voice?" Sam gasped and moaned again, reaching out a hand and placing it on Vivian's thigh for a bit out of reaction. I feel.. like I can't hold on much longer.. But this feels really nice.. She's enjoying it too.. I think.. Sam angled their head a bit to moan into her ear. Any gasps or moans clearly heard and felt. Their cock twitched and throbbed aggressively, getting closer and closer. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 23-Sep-22 06:07 PM
Shit shit shit I'm Definitely a bad influence Fuck Vivian thought in a panic. She certainly did enjoy how he moaned to her, how he enjoyed her touch, how he gasped her name. It made the woman feel wanted, needed, and not just as a quick evening trist. However she was trying her damnedest to be the sober one here. This was supposed to be for his benefit, and she inadvertently felt it was about her pleasure that was taking over. "Y-yeah....I f-fucking do...." Vivian admitted, a bright blush on her face at his words. Calm down...It's not like he's touching you or..No sooner had the thought crossed her mind, did she feel his hand on her thigh. Her body shivered starting where he had placed his hand and rippling up and down her. The combination of him actually reaching out to her and her hips rolling with his motions made her quiver in need. She had to bite hard on her lip to quiet the moan that came out. It's fine....it's f-f-fine....You're excited, that's true..but he's g-gotta be close...what else can he do...really... Vivian hated hers inner thoughts immediately as it seemed that perhaps Sam could read them. She felt his head move and now she got an unobstructed symphony of him. Vivian whined a little, both out of enjoyment of the sound but also because she was still hungover and loud noises would be a bit painful despite how good they sounded. A small almost wicked smirk fell on her lips briefly Alright. You wanna play? Let's play Sam. Continuing her strokes with him, keeping them firm and consistent, Vivian turned her head slightly, not pulling away but enough so she could press her lips against him. She knew that had aroused him before when she had been drunk and playful. Now, her stained lips found his neck, slowly planting one kiss after the other. She dared to let her teasing kisses travel up his neck from his shoulder to Sam's jawline, and back down again dragging her lips against his skin. @Fauna
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Samuel BOT 25-Sep-22 08:06 AM
Sam shivered at the sudden touch of her lips against their neck. She was teasing them, surely. Their breathing was getting heavier with each movement Vivian made to them. It was hard to focus on the pleasure being given to their cock but also the sensation of those soft lips against their skin. "V-Vivian.." Sam managed to stutter as a large gasp left their mouth. "D-Dont.. stop.." They moved their hands now so instead of resting on the thigh, it was on her hips. Gentle strokes with their thumbs against the hip bone. The thrusting into her hand became more and more until they couldn't take it anymore. That surge inside of them seemed to shoot up, and a heavy moan left their throat, into her ear as Sam came onto Vivian's stomach and a but of her midsection. It was enough to shake the Angel from the sensation, gasping as they watched the white substance squirt out of the tip. @💜 Fi-ling Loved💜
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Vivian Carmichael BOT 25-Sep-22 08:33 AM
Good job...ya did good Sam... Vivian winced, groaning a little more in pain than in pleasure. Her head throbbed at his heavy moan in her ear, and she sucked in a little feeling his release hit her square against her midsection. Her hands slowed, letting him come down from the high he would be on and gently Vivian removed them all together so he could relax. Those gray eyes opened briefly and inwardly she was glad her lipstick from the night prior had dried or had been wiped off in the blankets since she hadn't left traces of it on Sam's neck. Gingerly, she lifted herself back off his shoulder. "Y-You're Welcome...another satisfied customer..." Vivian said quietly, looking down at the mess she would have to clean up and taking note that his hand had moved to her hip when he had finished. She had felt it of course but was too preoccupied to think too much about it. Carefully, Vivian backed off his leg, a hand coming forward to softly move his off her hip in the process. She stood up, a pained expression on her face for a moment at the movement before making her way towards the bathroom. "Just stay there...don't move...and you probably shouldn't touch it either yet..." She said, letting the water run on her hands to remove any excess lubricant oil from them. Vivian then set about cleaning her stomach off, wiping gently at her skin to remove the sticky substance. She took her cleaner hands and scooped most of it to go down the sink, taking a rag to wipe at any excess that remained. She returned to his side after a few minutes with that warm wet rag, and carefully made sure the oil and any residue from him was cleaned off of that sensitive organ. Her face was still pink, and she was having a bit of a hard time looking him in the face it seemed. It wasn't Sam's doing, it was her own. She was feeling a bit embarrassed and ashamed for not only knowing how to expertly set him off but also because she recognized that she liked the experience too. Vivian wasn't about t
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o admit that though, so instead she just glanced at him before asking. "Feel better now?" @Fauna
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