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Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Avery throws some cash down on the table so they don’t have to wait for the machine. He goes to lead Kimiko further into the arcade area when he feels her pause. He stops and looks at her, an incredulous look on his face from the fact that she felt the need to ask that question.

”Did you miss the part where I said you were my mate? That bond is exclusive to me. If you don’t choose to accept it, that’s fine, but if you date other people and do not accept me, I will make their lives a living hell,” he told her honestly.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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There is a chorus of your welcomes and any times that fill the SUV while Jason drives back to Nic and Ren’s new place.

”Do you work tomorrow? Or can we start moving your father first thing?” Cassi asked Nic.

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Caden

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Location: Travelling —> JFK Airport – Queens, New York
Skills:
Fit

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Caden pulled his jacket back on before leaving the bedroom on the airplane. They were just starting their descent into New York, and Caden wanted to see the look on Nero’s face when they finally figured out where they were.

The sun was just starting to set along the east coast, which backlit New York perfectly. Caden sat in one of the seats, looking out the window with a smile that had seemed to become permanent on his face.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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”Mmm, well, we can’t have that now, can we? Alright. How about we go play some games then? I can say competitive taunts rather than sweet words,” Avery said and stood.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Flo & Santos —> Driving – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cassi grinned, even while Nic kissed her. ”Perfect girlfriend, remember?” Everyone gets up from the table, and they all pile back into the SUV, full and happy.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Even though she rambles, Kimiko’s words calm Avery, and he believes her. He doesn’t mind when she looks away this time. In fact, he squeezes her hand before letting her go. ”I quite like the thought of being your undoing,” he teased her. ”Because you certainly are mine.”

The waiter refills their water glasses, and Avery takes a sip before he keeps talking. ”I know I came off rather abrasive at the beginning. I’ve always been like that when it comes to meeting new people. I don’t want our first impression to deter you from asking me questions now. I also don’t want you to be anyone but yourself. Caden’s charm is great for him, but you don’t need to charm me. You already have.”

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Flo & Santos – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cass smirked, thinking to herself that she could still curse him if she wanted to. Of course, that would never happen. Cassiopeia inches closer to Nic until their legs are pressed against each other. She focused on her meal, though, so Nic could converse with his friends and family.

Near the end of the meal, Cassi had the second half of her sandwich wrapped up before she laid claim to the receipt and quickly paid before anyone could protest her doing so.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Avery looked down at their joined hands, a lopsided smile replacing the smile he had worn before. ”I had hoped so, but you’ve been nervous around me and looking away. I’m worried things are moving too quickly for you, or you’re not really sure,” Avery confessed and looked up at Kimiko. ”I like you a lot, Kimiko. I don’t want to push you if things are moving too quickly. I know I can be overbearing and overprotective.”

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Flo & Santos – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cassi’s screws up her nose at the thought of Nic with a man bun. She shakes her head. ”No, we definitely can’t have that. I can cut your hair on Sunday, then. If you trust me,” she said. She took another bite of her sandwich before looking at Nic.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Avery continued to rub his thumb across Kimiko’s knuckles, smiling more softly as she agreed with him. ”And do you like the sound of me being your boyfriend?”

He could see how nervous and shy Kimiko was. It endeared him to her, but it also worried him. Did he make her too nervous? Perhaps she was uncomfortable…

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Flo & Santos – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cassiopeia’s eyes widened at Nic’s blatant comment, and her cheeks warm. She did love the rouge, devil may care look on him, but that didn’t mean should would love his hair any less if it was shorter. ”It’s whatever you are more comfortable with,” she said quickly, and moved her focus onto her sandwich. It smelled delicious, and she hoped it was just as good as her soup.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Avery’s grin widens the further Kimiko digs herself in. ”Yes, it’s available. And it’s big enough for two,” Avery informs her.

He wiped his hands on a napkin before pushing the plates aside. He plucked the water glass out of Kimiko’s hands and takes her hands into his. ”Are you sure you didn’t mean girlfriend? Because I rather like the sound of you being my girlfriend,” Avery said, rubbing his thumb across Kimiko's knuckles.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Nic’s New Apartment – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cassiopeia finished her delicious soup before she nodded in response to Nic’s question. ”I do actually. I used to cut Caden’s and mine. I could trim yours if you like.”

It was a common thing she did, especially when they travelled in the 18th and 19th century. It just made more sense since they were on the move all the time.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Avery grinned when Kimiko called him adorable. He’s about to question her on her word choice when another almost word catches his attention. He’s even more intrigued when Kimiko starts to avoid making eye contact with him.

Avery finishes off the fry he was about to eat and attempts to catch Kimiko’s eye. ”You were going to say girlfriend, weren’t you?” His voice took on a lower tone, but he knew Kimiko would still be able to hear him above the noise of the arcade.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Nic’s New Apartment – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cassiopeia covered her mouth to keep from laughing at the brother-sister energy NIc and Jane have. How the hell did she think these two were an item? She takes a sip of her drink while Nic whispers into her ear.

”Do you run your hands through your hair at work because you’re thinking? Or is it getting too long?” she asked him.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Avery winked at Kimiko when she called him out. He refocused on his meal and inhaled his burger while Kimiko talked. He finished it shortly after she finished talking. It wouldn't seem like it, but Avery quite enjoyed it and would have to make note of this place for their burgers. He cleaned himself up and finished his water before speaking again.

"I've found older cultures are funny about that sort of thing. India is okay with tattoos, but only for certain occasions and as a ritual sort of thing. Likewise Indigenous cultures in the Americas have a similar idea about tattooing. And other cultures have certain ideas about what men or women can get for their tattoos," Avery stated, geeking out a bit.

He piled some more of the hot wings on his plate, but ate some more fries before Kimiko stole more.

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Flo & Santos – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cassiopeia looked at Nic's father and smiled before she shifted in her seat to focus on her meal. Her soup smelled delicious and her sandwich looked good as well. Cassi glanced at Nic and shrugged.

"Your ears were red. I wanted to feel their warmth, and I love running my hands through your hair, especially when it looks like you've been doing it yourself all day," she informed him.

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Avery smirked when Kimiko stole a fry from his plate. So the girlfriend stealing food was still a thing. Avery turned his plate so the fries were easily accessible. Luckily for both of them, food was always available. If it wasn't, Avery would likely bite her hand off. One never put themselves between a werewolf and their next meal.

Avery happily eats some of the wings before he eats some more fries. He wipes his hands and mouth before drinking some water. "I already know you're neurotic. And find me irresistible," Avery shamelessly teased. "I think the idea behind the mating bond was also for strength within the pack. It allows for an easier time hunting and protecting." He picked up his burger, and took a large bite, happily chewing. It was rather good. Finding a decent burger was no easy task.

Avery covered his mouth and swallowed before he asked Kimiko more about her heritage. "I mean, we don't have to talk about it right now, but I am curious about Japanese culture and what you found out for yourself."

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Flo & Santos – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cassiopeia grinned when Nic's friends teased him. "Does he ever stop worrying?" she asked.

She noticed the redness to his ears, and found herself needing to touch them. The food started to arrive at the table, but Cassi was oblivious as she raised her hand to brush the top of Nic's ear. Her fingers spread out, and she brushed some of his hair as well.

Chicago After Hours

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Avery Zain

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Location: Emporium Arcade and Bar – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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"It's part of my job to notice things others don't want noticed," he told Kimiko.

Their food arrived and Avery pulled his hand back for the plates to be set down. He already misses her touch and has half a mind just to sit beside her, so their knees could touch while they eat. Avery sipped his water and nodded in response to Kimiko's question. He waited for the waiter to leave before talking.

"Yes and no. We'll be privy to each other's thoughts and feelings, but we can also block each other out. We can create a wall of sorts. The connection we'll have, if you decide you want it that is, will be really cool. We'll be able to find each other no matter where we are. There is a bit of a range on it I've been told, but if we are that far apart from each other, I can tell you right now I wouldn't be happy about it. It would mean you travelled to another state or country without me."

Avery piled a few hot wings onto his plate before he ate some fries. "Speaking of the mate bond... You'd be connected to Caden through it, since he is my alpha he would sort of become yours as well. You wouldn't have to listen to him like I do when he pulls on the alpha magic, but you would feel it. If we knew more about Kitsune, I'd be able to better tell you how you might or might not be affected by the bonding."

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Cassiopeia Claire Alistair

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Location: Flo & Santos – Chicago, IL
Skills:
Fit

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Cassiopeia can't help but blush from the attention Nic is giving her while they are in the presence of their friends and family. "Yes, my appetite has come back since the concussion symptoms subsided," she assured Nic.