forum Idk what I'm doing but I have a character // OxO // Closed

Started October 10, 2019 by @ElderGod-Icefire

tune

Victor remembered most of the manners he had been taught, which relieved him a little bit. He gave a tense sigh before shutting his eyes and easing himself. It was going to be fine.

The host of the occasion made some speech about how he was honored they had come, and hoped everyone had a good dinner, and with that, the first course began.

Victor ate quietly, and somewhat sparingly. He had never really had big meals so he didn't want to over do himself, plus it's not like he could really do much protecting if he overate. So he did a compromise where he would pace himself and see what felt good.

Jared was careful not to eat too much, knowing he needed to leave room for the main course and any additional courses the host chose to add.

He glanced over at Jared and offered a kind smile. He didn't say anything, unsure whether or not he should speak. He was really… unsure how he should act around all these high class families so he kept quiet.

Most of the conversation was polite, but not friendly.

He didn't speak, not wanting to accidentally insult someone. For the most part, if he did have something in mind, he would quietly tell it to Jared. Most of the time it was just to check in on him.

Jared himself was pretty quiet, only responding to questions when asked, though he was warm with Victor when speaking to him.

(Gtg for a while, will be back in an hour or two)

(Okie dokie!)

Victor felt a little smile grow on his lips the more he and Jared chatted. He just… liked the company of the man beside him. It was… nice.

Jared just liked being able to talk to Victor, really. The other man didn't seem to expect much from him, which was…amazing

Victor did t expect much from people. He was used to taking care of things himself. But he felt oddly at ease with Jared. It felt like Jared saw him as human and not just as a shield.

The first course was taken away and the main course was served. Jared continued his quiet conversation with Victor, glad to have someone to talk to.

Victor made sure to keep the conversation between them pleasant so that Jared could feel a little more comfortable. He wanted Jared to enjoy tonight just a little dispute the events before the party.

Jared smiled softly as their conversation continued, just glad to have someone to speak with.

He ate quietly, mostly focusing on Jared. It was good to see he was smiling. It actually looked rather cute. He hummed and leaned back against his chair, his eyes darting around the table before returning to Jared.

Jared kept eating, still talking quietly with Victor.

Once the main course was done, he hesitated, his eyes shutting for a moment as he he waited. He let the food settle in his stomach before glancing at Jared, making sure he was okay.

Jared settled back in his seat when he finished, rubbing his face with a hand.

He hummed quietly as he waited, his eyes soft as he glances over at Jared. He leans over, "How are you feeling?" He asks gently.

Jared shrugged a little. "Mm, fine. You?"

He hummed. "I'm alright." He smiles softly at the other. "Give me the word, and we can leave if you need to get some fresh air." He whispered.

"We haven't had dessert yet, that would be rude." he replied softly.

He nods a little bit, "But your comfort is also important." He replies quietly. "Tap my wrist twice if you need a break, okay?" He asks gently.

He smiled a little, nodding. "Yeah. Thank you." dessert was finally served, and Jared sat forward to eat some of it. After about five minutes, his phone pinged in his pocket, and he frowned a little bit. Around the table, some other people were also checking their phones, eyebrows flickering up at whatever they found.

(is it unrealistic that they would all find out at the same time? a little bit. am i doing it anyway for drama? yes, yes i am)