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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2017 20:20:05 GMT
Slicing a portion of the gooey Camembert onto the cracker Jeremy then proceeds to hand it to Matilda. "Try it! Its one of my favourites." Turning to both Arthur and Matilda he continues. "So, how did the two of you meet?"an eyebrow raises above the spectacled rim as he asks.
Out of the corner of his eyes he sees a fork invade his cheeseboard and retreat before he can react. "Oh" he exclaims "That was Stilton....quite a large bit...Its much better in smaller clumps with wine in my opinion." Jeremy begins to chuckle as he sees a small amount of disgust in Tess' face. "Its quite alright! Indeed it is, i couldn't agree with you more!"
Upon hearing of Tess telling Caleb she has a date Jeremy thinks to himself God maybe i have put my foot in it. I swear i saw something between the two of them...
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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2017 20:26:53 GMT
Caleb had been watching this surreal scene play out before him and raises his eyebrows questioningly at Arthur as if to say 'What de feck?' he grins and turns his attention back to Tess. He watched the curve of her jawline as she ate and talked, the bruises where he had grasped her neck were beginning to show more and her cut off t-shirt allowed him to see her delicate collar bone.
Somebody mentioned something about cheese again but he was draining his fifth pint of lager as he subtly watched Tess's unique eyes flick between the others, then she said she had a date.
'What de clean feck?' he thought to himself, Arthur would probably be the only one to notice the subtle flash of anger reach Caleb's eyes. He set the pint glass down just a little to hard causing the other plates to rattle.
'A date? Awww your breakin' me heart beautiful! Who's de lucky man?'
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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2017 20:40:09 GMT
Matilda took the cracker with the cheese on and starts to eat it. She pulls a little face "Well that is quite different. Really enjoyed it. Thank you Jermey" she says trying not to sound like she's trying too hard to impress him.
When he asks how they met each other. She takes a drink of her tonic "Oh it was nothing exciting. We met at a volunteering thing. Went for a drink and yeah it went from there" she says to Jermey.
She sees Tess take some cheese and pull a face before saying she has a date. "Well whoever he is. He's a lucky guy"
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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2017 20:55:46 GMT
Tess smiled almost apologetically at Jeremy she had to remember that humans didn't eat like beasts, well not the ones that she was sitting with currently. She looks up at him as she says I had a lot of older boys around growing up, I didn't have time to learn table manners, sorry if that was rude? Tess looked at Caleb not sure if she had seen him get momentarily angry, or if he was just messing around. She spoke to Matilda mostly but knew Caleb was listening. Thanks Matilda, he's called Mitch Philips and he is a dream come true, I'm going to have to go so sorry to eat and run but Mitch hates if I'm late. Tess slipped out of Calebs huge jacket and handed it back to him. I will see you later Irish. she turned and waved to the others before paying for hers and Calebs bill she also paid for Jeremys cheese board.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2017 21:51:23 GMT
Matilda listens to Tess speak about Mitch “Well go out and have fun with this Mitch guy. I'm sure he's a dream,” she wants to ensure that Tess feels good and that she had her back as well. It seemed Caleb likes Tess,“I expect to hear about him as well” she adds as Tess leaves.
Matilda drinks some more of her tonic and starts to think of her sister and her mood changes for a few moments. “Well unless anyone objects I might have get myself some cake” she says to everyone.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2017 22:04:08 GMT
Arthur sees Caleb's expression, gives a slight nod of acknowledgement. He's feeling much the same way himself.
When Matilda mentions they met at a 'volunteer thing' he laughs.
"If you want to call it that, love." He says. "Things have been very hectic since then, haven't they? Not always the most ordinary. But I did love our couple of weeks traveling down to Florida, though. Good times."
"So, Jeremy, we must get together sometime soon, work out business strategy, so we're not stepping on each other's toes in this already competitive market. What do you say?"
Arthur turns to Matilda at mention of cake.
"Oooh, that sounds good, could you order me some too? Please?" he smiles at her.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2017 22:58:01 GMT
"Well in theory it was that. We were volunteering our time. I still remember meeting you as well as Caleb there. Don't think we really spoke much" she also remembered seeing her God Nyarlathotep in the kitchen and that he spoke to her, as well as seeing someone die.
She looked at the laminated cake menu as Arthur mentioned Florida "Yes it was fun there. Nice to feel the sun on me" as she carried on looking for something. She thought it would be a good chance to show some good old American cake. "Well unless you want to choose something a bit more British as it is my favourite cake. I might have to order you a slice of Red Velvet cake" she says to Arthur.
She then remembers an event coming up at the University "Arthur, Jermey. This might interest you both but there is a local business event going on at the University next week. I organised it. Would be a chance for you both to attract the student dollar" she says, obviously very proud of herself.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 14, 2017 23:48:43 GMT
Caleb stands as Tess does, he gently grabs her by the elbow. 'Keep yoursel' safe tonight darlin', wouldn't wan anyting happin' to ye!'
He holds her for just a little while letting his ice blue eyes bore into hers, Tess could see the need to have her, the barely contained want, the anger close to the surface. In fact she can feel the anger oozing from Caleb.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 0:01:32 GMT
Tess wasn't expecting Caleb to take a hold of her and she was a little started. He didn't hurt her indeed he held her gently he was concerned about her she got that, they were a new pack the drunk the tramp and the nomad. He hadn't told her much about himself but from the little she knew he had lost a lot.
She saw the look in his eyes and couldn't deny she found him attractive, the possibility of Mitch being able to become kinfolk, out ways the temptation to breach the litany. She rested her hand on his squeezing gently. I will be careful Irish, nothings going to happen to me I can take care of myself I'm sorry I have to go..
She gently takes her had and removes Calebs hand from her elbow, turning once more to the others she waves making the call me sign at Matilda. Then she is gone hair billowing out behind her as she swaggers away down the street.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 0:29:34 GMT
"Take care, Tess. I hope to see you again soon." He tipped an imaginary hat to her with a smile, before turning to Matilda.
"Red Velvet would be lovely. I may even have some tea with it. Could you order me an English Breakfast, please love?" He smiles at her. Any idiot can see by the way he looks at Matilda that he loves her. "And I'd love to attend your event next week. I'm busy the morning of the 13th, but the rest of the week I can be all yours." He winks to her.
His attention is then on Caleb. Even he can feel the vibe Caleb is giving out.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 1:02:50 GMT
Caleb remained standing as Tess walked off he couldn't help watching her leave. 'I hate to see you leave, but I love to watch you go!' he murmured to himself.
He picked up his last pint and drained it, wiping his mouth with the back of his arm he turns and flashes Arthur a 'Let's get the outta here look!'
'Mattie it's always good te see ye, Jeremy nice to meet ye maybe we can get to be more personally acquainted!' though it seemed like a normal comment but he wouldn't be surprised if the others felt the anger bubbling just under the surface. Caleb waited to see if Arthur was going to join him.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 1:35:59 GMT
Arthur watches Caleb, and knows his friend shouldn't be alone right now. He looks back at Matilda and Jeremy, and knows he doesn't want to leave them alone right now. He's torn.
"Ahh, freck it!" he says to himself.
"Love, hold the cake, I'm sorry. We need to catch up later anyway." He leans over, kisses her cheek. "I'll see you tomorrow night? Dinner? 8pm?"
And he heads off after Caleb with a "Later, Jeremy!"
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 7:48:15 GMT
Oh dear! Jeremy thinks as Caleb brings his glass slightly harder than necessary to the table. Maybe I was only partially right. One has feelings but not the other....he considers as a slightly awkward situation unfolds as Tess tells the table she has a date. When Caleb and Tess independently leave he wishes them both a good evening, and portrays that he looks forward to seeing them again. "Oh yes. Matilda said she went to Florida! How was it?" He asks momentarily before Arthur too says he will be leaving. "Yes its been good to see you to! Hopefully it wont be so long next time!" He says with honesty. I hope he calms Caleb down. I wouldnt like to be on the wrong side of him! He thinks as they both leave the cafe. He looks at Matilda as the two men leave. Its fairly evident that they both to me that they both have feelings for eachother. Why didnt Matilda tell me..his thoughts wander, briefly showing on his face. "A local business event?"he asks, his voice emblazoned with intrigue "I'd be happy to come! I could get some more customers and...perhaps enlist the help of those going on gap years to find some things of value for me." He says with a smile. He looks down at his tea. Right here goes...."So you and Arthur seem close..."
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 12:10:10 GMT
Matilda was about to order for them both when Arthur says he's leaving with Caleb "Yes dear see you then" with some concern for Caleb as she drinks her tonic."I'll tell you about the event later on"
She focuses her attention on Jermey now "Yes it is the first year I've arranged it. I've invited a few local business along to sell some wares and gain new customers. It is on the 15th September" she still sounds very proud of herself for doing this. When she hears him ask about her and Arthur, her tone changes.
"Yeah we're close. It is not something I expected to happen. I'm sorry for not telling you about it Jermey"
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 13:13:21 GMT
"Sounds exciting!" He says in response to the business event Matilda mentioned about."How many business' are you expecting?"He asks with commercial curiosity.
"He's a good man. Don't apologise. Im....just surprised that it hasn't come up before is all" he says stirring his tea. Maybe i was wrong...he thinks to himself. "Tho is suppose we've only just met. It would be odd to tell eachother everything at once." he laughs, part nervously, part awkwardly. We all have our secrets Jeremy, remember that. he rationalises to himself.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 16:24:57 GMT
"I'm expecting around 10 to 15 businesses to turn up. The students provide a massive boost to the town" she responds. Still feeling proud of herself for organising it.
"I know he's a good man, but I don't know much about him and it would be odd to mention it straight away. Plus I didn't expect you to know him" she says to him Just act causal Mattie. Don't act on your feelings. her mind keeps telling her.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 16:45:11 GMT
Seeing that Matilda is proud of her achievement of organising such an event Jeremy feels a praise is in order "You've done the local community a wonderful service. You should be very proud of what you have managed to do!"He says, with sincerity shining through his smile.
Listening to Matilda speak of Arthur, Jeremy thinks to himself. Well she has a point. It must be early on if she doesn't know a lot about him tho."Well it is a small world. I heard ...Caleb was it?....Talk about an Arthur but i didnt realise it was one and the same!" he lets out a small laugh. Change the subject Jeremy, change the subject. Don't be weird.."Have you met Tess before? I think she may have pissed off Caleb..." he says comically grimacing.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 20:17:05 GMT
"Thank you Jermey. I hope so. It really depends if they all turn up" she says to him glad that someone is happy for her. She had a feeling Arthur had other things on his mind and that her achievement wasn't one of them.
"Yes it is a small world and Arkham seems to be attracting the British and Irish, felt out of place around the table. Being the token American. Yeah Caleb of course he would speak about him. Still at least in theory you know two people. I just hope I ain't scared you away now" please oh Gods change the subject Jermey
When he asks about Tess. She feels thankful that the subject had been changed. "I've spoken to her before at an event and yes I do think he likes her. Love. Strange thing really"
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 20:47:51 GMT
Listening to Matilda talk about the event he can tell she is excited. "Are you nervous? Excited?" he asks, expectantly.
Upon hearing what Matilda thinks about of the Tess and Caleb situationHuh. Well they say great minds think alike.He chuckles after this thought and after Matildas comment about the situation. "Yeah it is." He says as he lifts the cup to his mouth for a sip. "Love is indeed strange." He says looking at his cheeseboard. Trying to avert his gaze from Matilda. She is taken.. he thinks to himself as he sees her in the reflection of the cheese knife.
His vision is briefly broken as the waitress comes round and cleans up the table, "What cake would you recommend?" Jeremy asks Matilda. .....cake....really......
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 21:14:46 GMT
I'm not going to lie. I'm nervous. This is out of my comfort zone. Being the centre of attention. Plus I have to make a speech. I'm used to hiding behind the books" when she hears Jermey chuckle, she joins in with him. She likes his chuckle. Remember Mattie. You can't have these feelings for another man and definitely not someone he knows she thinks to herself.
She's thinking about Jermey when the waitress clears the plates and is lost in thought till Jermey asks about cake. "Oh yes. Personally I like my Red Velvet but the Carrot cake can be pretty good as well"
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Hearing Matilda chuckle brings a smile to Jeremy's face. What a wonderful sound. He thinks to himself. "Im sure you will do fine! Just remember to breathe and smile!" He says, his smile beaming from across the table. Remember...just friends.
Upon Matilda's suggestion Jeremy turns to the waitress. "I think I would like to try a slice of Red Velvet cake please. Have you ordered yet Matilda?" He says turning to face her. She is beautiful isnt she?...You cant think like that Jeremy! She is in a relationship with Arthur. Perhaps....perhaps if I told her what is really going on, it may make things less awkward. Or it would make things worse. Ill have to tell her eventually.....for her sake at least......and his... It is evident to even the most dense of patron in the cafe that Jeremy has something on his mind.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 9:58:32 GMT
Hearing the advice that Jeremy gives her makes her smile a little. “I'll keep that in mind. Anything to help with public speaking is great”. dammit that is a nice smile. Remember you're friends she thinks.
“I've not ordered yet Jeremy but I'll have a slice of the carrot cake please” she says to the waitress before turning around back to him. Still trying to act cool. She looks at him with some concern showing on her face.
“Jeremy. Are you okay, you look like you have something on your mind”
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 10:44:48 GMT
"Thats quite alright. I have had my share at public speaking. Especially in Uni. Have you got anything written in min?" He asks, his question genuine and thoughtful.
When shes asks him if he's ok his shoulders slump a bit. Ok .... Is it too soon to say? Maybe ill scare her off...." Sorry....im not very good at this sort of thing...." Jeremy clasps his hands in front of him.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 11:03:06 GMT
“No nothing in mind as yet. I'll be doing my homework to try and write something down.l didn't really do public speaking much at college erm University” she says, making sure she used the term University, still happy that he's taking a genuine interest.
She sees his shoulders slump down as soon as she asked if he was okay. When he says that he's not very good at this sort of thing. She worries “What sort of thing are you not very good at?” She asks him softly.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 11:44:42 GMT
Hearing Matilda's soft voice calms Jeremy down a bit. "About my woes" he says laughing slightly. Momentarily avoiding eye contact with Matilda.
He brushes himself down as the waitress places the cakes on the table. 'She's a kind soul' he thinks to himself.'She will understand....but am I ready to talk about it?' He muses..."I guess my friend in the asylum is weighing heavily on my mind!" He says in a part truth, looking apologetically at Matilda.
Perhaps a moment to long he looks into her eyes. 'Shes with Arthur.....remember that Jeremy....sort your own issues out before causing more...but she is pretty and bright...but you're just friends..'
"Aside from my minor breakdown I have enjoyed today " he says his eyes and face both smiling at his friend. '....yes..friend...'
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 12:02:55 GMT
Matilda just allows herself to listen to Jermey. She had the feeling that he needed someone to talk to and that he seemed to trust her with this. "It is understandable that your friend is on your mind. You're expected to worry about him. But not at a cost to your own mind" she looks at him for a few moments knowing that she shouldn't act on her feelings. Without thinking she places her hand on top of his "I'm always here for you, if you want to speak to someone"
She smiles back at him when he says that he's enjoyed today despite the others crashing their time together "I'm glad that you have enjoyed today. So have I and maybe we could do this again sometime" she says back to him.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 13:35:57 GMT
"Its more than that.." he says enjoying Matildas hands on his. "You see he is an old ex...."
He looks up at her eyes. "My first a long time ago" hes already said to much so he might as well continue...."I should have said...."
Jeremy feels ashamed for not telling Matilda sooner.....
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 13:47:24 GMT
Matilda listens to what he says. When he says that he is an old ex. It wasn't what she expected at all. But she wasn't going to judge him.
"You was right not to say anything. It is nobodies business apart from your own. I admire how much you still care about him still. Not many people could do what you do" part of her wants to show how much she admires him but it doesn't feel right now.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 13:50:01 GMT
He lowers his head. Stareing at her hand still. "I dont care for him in that way anymore......I.....am...the reason hes there...." he says sighing as if a great weight has been lifted.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 13:59:34 GMT
Still trying to process this information. Matilda feels that more than anything else. He needs a friend. "Please don't think like that at all. You don't need to tell me any more if it is uncomfortable. The last thing I would want is for you to feel that" she says softly to him.
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