you're so mercurial

LOCKE

She spreads herself for him more and he wonders how far she's willing to go in this bar. He doesn't have a reputation to uphold. If anything, this will merely add to the one he has. Which is good for him. The more he can tarnish his own name, the better. He's been too good lately and he's looking forward to being a little bad. His fingers creep up further and he gives her a little grin, something unspoken behind his expression.

He hums softly, head tilting a bit as he takes a drink. "Should really find something to distract you then." Whether that's him or someone or something else, it's true. But he's not going to push too far. As much as he'd like to get to know her on a more personal level, his brain isn't ready for that right now.

"Maybe I took a page from your book." He actually didn't know if she followed Frey or not. He's curious but once again, not the goal at the moment. His hand creeps higher, brushing against her lightly. He wonders if he should make a deal with her or just see where it goes. "Would love to know how you got him." His fingers press against her core, ever so lightly, trying to gauge her reaction. "Can take your time, I've got all night."

I can taste you on my lips and smell you in my clothes
Cinnamon and sugary and softly spoken lies