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Chicago After Hours

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Caden

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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Caden rubbed his thumb along Nero's hands while he drove. He needed the constant contact to reassure himself Nero was present and okay. The idea that Nero was being watched didn't sit well with Caden.

With all the work they were doing to unlock Nero's past bringing about the revelation of Mundus, and just who Nero was to the Prince of Hell, did not bode well for who this low level demon worked for. Coupled with Crowley's unsolicited visit this afternoon, it wasn't looking good.

Caden looked over at Nero, having realized they were both in their own minds. He squeezed Nero's hand.

”Avery said no one aside from us and the wolves have been on the property since we started seeing each other. I'll up the wards and talk to Cassi about setting something up. You're safe with me,” he said, wanting to remind himself as much as Nero of that fact.

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden&Nero’s House – Chicago, IL
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Avery smirked as he felt Kimiko lean against him.

”Don't fall asleep on me. I can hardly carry you plus sandwiches and glasses of water,” he said.

Avery made simple sandwiches with ham sliced by a butcher, cheese, lettuce, and cut cucumbers for extra crunch.

Chicago After Hours

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Caden

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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Caden looked at Nero when they noticed the knife in his peripheral vision. He grinned and squeezed Nero's thigh.

”I would rather enjoy more of that,” Caden agreed.

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden&Nero’s House – Chicago, IL
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”Hmm, not a comforting thought,” Avery noted. He shuffled Kimiko to the side when her stomach growled.

”You can always hold me from behind. I just need my arms,” he said. He hadn't anticipated Kimiko needing to be so near him, but it could simply be because she was tired or it was the first night of their bond.

Avery felt more stable being in Kimiko's presence and near her. It could simply be the same thing for her, he supposed.

Chicago After Hours

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Caden

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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Caden shook his head, watching Nero skip around the car again like earlier. Caden revved the engine, waiting for Nero to get into the car. Once Nero was inside, Caden peeled away from the curb.

”Speaking of smaller size, do you want to play tonight when we get home? I can change my form to meet whatever you have in mind,” Caden said, placing a hand on Nero’s thigh.

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden&Nero’s House – Chicago, IL
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”You’re welcome. I didn’t want you to wake up and panic or think I left you,” he said, rubbing her back. ”And what do you mean you’re not surprised?” he asked, his curiosity piqued.

Chicago After Hours

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Caden

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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”Just because it was a stick and the vehicle only went so fast doesn’t mean it was any less of an experience. You try driving with a bunch of other people on horseback or carriage with one of the first vehicles ever and see how you fair,” Caden said, and childishly, for the first time, stuck his tongue out at Nero.

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden&Nero’s House – Chicago, IL
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Temporarily unable to continue making sandwiches, Avery wrapped his arms around Kimiko and kissed the top of her head.

”There was an unknown demon at Nero’s house. Caden thinks they are being stalked, and the King of Hell was there earlier today, warning Nero that someone wasn’t happy with them. Caden wanted me to make sure nothing else has been on the property,” he said and held Kimiko closer, nuzzling his head into her neck. ”All’s clear, but I’m going to have to keep things more closely monitored until we figure out who or what is after Nero.”

Chicago After Hours

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Caden

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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”No, rather I have confidence and a hundred years of driving experience,” he announced.

When Nero exclaimed, Caden chuckled and slowed the car before he put it in park. ”It is good news. One down, one to go,” Caden said, referring to himself and Nero.

”Alright, we can make for home now, which I would really like to do if you are satisfied with today's driving lesson.”

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden&Nero’s House – Chicago, IL
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After he hung up the phone, Avery scanned the cameras one more time before he left the room. He shut and locked the door behind him, and made for the kitchen. He decided a glass of water and maybe a sandwich would be good before he went back to Kimiko and her warm bed.

He made it to the kitchen and started to set up when he heard the faintest of footfalls. He turned in time to see Kimiko wrapped in a blanket. He grinned.

”Would you like a sandwich, too?”

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Caden

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Caden chuckled and kissed Nero's back. "Thank you. I'll show you how grateful I am once we are back home," he said before accelerating to thirty miles per hour.

"Going faster will make the steering a bit easier. It will still be touchy, but you won't feel like you are driving all over the place," Caden added, hoping to ease any nerves they might have because of the faster pace.

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Avery Zain

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Location: Caden&Nero’s House – Chicago, IL
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Avery ran the perimeter of the house twice, pausing in some places to sniff out or hear the woods. As far as Avery could tell, the only creatures --- monster or otherwise --- on the property in the last few days had been those of the people who live here. Caden hadn't had any visitors in a long time, but he could see Caden wanting to up the warding on the property if demons were lurking.

Avery made his way back into the house. He went quickly to Kimiko's room to check on her. Satisfied with the light snoring, he left to the basement to check on the security cameras. Caden had many cameras set in the house. Avery knew of all of them but ignored them as they were a part of life. Caden had cameras inside the house as well as outside and around the property.

Avery went back a few hours before he started his search and scanned the areas. He breathed a sigh of relief when nothing showed up. So they didn't know about this place or the fact that Nero was living here. That was good.

Avery picked up his phone and dialed Caden. It took a few rings before the boss man picked up, but Avery didn't comment on it.

"All clear, boss. Nothing in or our aside from us since the wolves. I checked the cameras as well and nothing has been on the property. I can start monitoring them more frequently again if you need."

"Yes, I think we should until we can get to the bottom of this. I'll strengthen the warding when we get home. Let Kimiko know, she might feel the pressure if she isn't aware."

"Sure, speaking of Kimiko...Can we talk when you get home?" There was a pause on the other end of the line.

"Did she accept the bond?"

"She did."

"Alright, we can talk if you want. We'll have to start practicing blocking in the morning."

Avery chuckled. "Ya, I figured. See you soon, boss."

Chicago After Hours

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Caden

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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Caden automatically placed a hand on Nero's hip when they started to bounce and wiggle. He chuckled despite the rising tension he was feeling. It didn't help matters that Nero's skirt kept riding up everytime they shifted, and their natural scent was starting to envelope Caden as well as the perfume they wore.

"You're a natural," Caden assured them. "Do you want to go a bit faster?" he asked.

As much as he just wanted to pull over and demand Nero turn around so he could have them in his car, this moment was important to Nero, and Caden felt just as much pride as he was sure Nero was experiencing because of it.

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Caden

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"It's okay," he reassured Nero, not worried about crashing. "There you go...yup, just a subtle turn and easy correct." Caden applied more pressure to the accelerator so they were over ten on the speedometer. "Very good. Now there's a curve coming but in the other direction. Follow the curve with your eyes when you get to it. You'll find that you naturally turn the steering wheel."

Caden was rather enjoying the little impromptu driving lesson with Nero. He figured once the little imp settled and relaxed, they would be fine with driving.

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Caden

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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Caden chuckled when Nero became alarmed. He moved his hand from their hip to rest it over their's on the steering wheel and got them back to being centered on the road.

"It's okay. The pedals are just as sensitive. It doesn't need much coaxing, kind of like you or I when it comes to each other. A little touch, push, or tilt of the steering wheel in whatever direction you want to go will help you make the curve or the turn."

He took his hand away from Nero's and rested his hands beside them, one on the gearshift and the other on the door.

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Caden

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Location: Driving – Chicago, IL
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Caden squeezed Nero's hip again. "Now now, don't tempt me to pull this car over," he said, noting their tone.

Once Nero's hands were on the steering wheel, Caden released the brake once more and applied some gas. He sped them up so they were going at a decent pace, but nothing that would cause a major wreck.