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Who: Mephisto and Barry
When: Late evening, Saturday
Where: Somewhere about in the darkness.
Style: Starting in third but I'll match!
Status: Closed

[ Needless to say the week has been interesting enough for this demon. Trying to coax affection from the most prickly of creatures was fun. Managing to pay Night back from that little incident with his butt being stuck on his hand was wonderful.

But then he had to wonder how his other favorite bubble-dweller was coming along.

So it's on one of his late night sojourns one Saturday evening that he decides to call on the other demon. Call it a way demons call out to one another. His voice would be enough to get to Barry's attention if he was in the immediate area. He strides out quietly, his umbrella tucked underneath his arm and glancing up at the sky. ]

You've been busy this entire week, I trust...?

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[ Barry had been inside when he heard the call. He couldn't help but smile as he felt Mephisto reaching out to him.

He went over to the window and opened it. The air was warm but his body was already chilling again from the last random encounter he'd had. Really this was getting irritating, as much as he did enjoy the affection. Most didn't want to take things to the next level and that was what Barry really wanted, but alas.

He shifted his clothes back to his normal suit and headed out as a flurry of bats appearing moments later in front of Mephisto. ]

Johann~ My this is a surprise.

[ Barry was smiling as he walked over to his fellow demon. ]

It has been eventful.

[ Messing with Axel had certainly been far too much fun. It was the highlight of his week to say the least. ]

[ The bats were a small surprise, something he definitely wasn't expecting but have a smile from that. Oh good. He heard the summons. ]

Is it...? My curiosity got the better of me. Surely, this curse is closer to your tastes.

[ Tucking his umbrella beneath his arm as he turns. ]

Tell me all about it while you join me on my walk.

Gladly~

[ Barry reached out and hooked his arm into Mephisto's. A small measure of heat went into him and he smiled. The best part about this curse was how easily he could get away with physical touch. ]

I have to admit, I've enjoyed myself the past few days.

It's not quite as much as I'd like, but the affection is worth it.

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Is it...?

[ He likes the fact he can get away with being touchy this week, the fact they actually need him to do it.

His eyes are half lidded, eyes trained on the other demon. ]

It's done more for feeding than the past few months, I would suspect. But I thought it would be best I left you to your work during the entire duration.

But that wouldn't be fair to me would it?

[ Barry chuckled lightly. ]

I have missed you~

[ Though if the rumors were true that staying with just one person would eventually wear off this was perhaps for the best that Mephisto might be the cherry on the cake. ]

Wouldn't it...? And why wouldn't that be fair...?

[ Lightly patting that hand. Now here was an interesting scenario. He hadn't had this much attention for a while and admittedly, it was the sort you missed. ]

You missed me...? An entire city for you to pick from and you missed me...?

Of course I missed you. I don't know many here who would really understand me without judging me, and I feel you would.

We are of like kin, are we not?

[ Barry leaned a little into Mephisto's shoulder. This really was nice. It reminded him a bit of how he and Johnny used to be before things changed. How he longed for those days. ]

That we are. And like is to like, I would suppose.

[ Yes, good. That head on his shoulder does feel rather welcome because of this curse. His hand reaches up to pass slowly through Barry's hair, enjoying the feel of those strands through his fingers. ]

Who would understand a demon more than another, hm?

[ Barry let out a soft hum at the fingers in his hair. His braid kept the fingers from getting too far down, but it was nice none the less.

The smile on his face was genuine when he looked up at Mephisto. It was so rare to hear someone say that, how could he not smile. ]

Yes, how could they not...

[ Admittedly, the warmth was rather welcome both from the receiving end and the giving end. Those fingers slip from his fingers to brush over Barry's cheek to tilt his head up and secure that gaze on him.

If anyone chanced upon them, they would consider this a very very misleading sight indeed. ]

How indeed...? Are we not far more complex creatures than the world makes us out to be...?

And you... who could even begin to understand the complexities you are, my dear?

[ Barry's heart picked up in his chest. He couldn't help it really. The gesture was romantic and for a demon of his type he fed on these small gestures. ]

Yes...[ Barry's voice was just a little breathless. He smiled though his gaze teasing just a bit. ]

I fear you'd be asking me to give up my secrets, Johann, and that I simply can't do.

Show me yours and I'll show you mine.

[ That smile is met with a meaningful smirk. He rather liked this sort of torment. If it bound the other to him, so much the better. ]

After all, to understand another, one has to know certain secrets. And I do wish to know you...

[ And leaning in to whisper, though faintly. ]

Every bit of you.

[ Barry chuckled softly the tone light and easy. He bit the inside of his lip just the smallest bit as a shiver of anticipation ran through him. ]

I'm afraid you've found my weakness.

[ Not really. ]

Yet, I have no idea what your's is.

And that, I'm afraid is a secret that I can't give up so easily.

[ Those very same fingertips trail easily over his jawline, as if inspecting him. ]

But you might just find out if you tried. Every demon has his secrets, hm?

Then I'm afraid we're at an impasse.

[ Not that Barry minded. This sort of teasing was all in good fun, and Barry enjoyed it. He tilted his head slightly into the touch. His lips parted just a bit, inviting. ]

[ Not yet. Not just yet. He wants to play a bit before taking any bites. ]

As I've said. Show me yours and I'll show you mine. Quid pro quo.

[ A small smirk, letting that hand drift away and a little lower around his waist. ]

Let's start with your name.

But I've told you my name, or was it so easily forgotten?

[ Barry teased a little. He was wary of giving such a thing out even to a fellow demon. Names were sacred especially for creatures such as themselves, and in Barry's case, giving it out could be dangerous. ]

It's Barry.

That name, I'm well aware of. I've committed it to memory so to speak.

[ A dangerous idea indeed, giving your true name to Satan's eldest son... or at least so he is by his universe. ]

But I'm certain there's another... another that hasn't been whispered even in your bed for quite some time.

[ Barry chuckled. He may have only been a copy of the original, in his own world one of the top demons of their echelon, but he still had some measure of dignity and pride. ]

You'd be correct, but having my name screamed out isn't something I necessarily value~

[ Besides the only person in Vatheon that did know his name was forbidden to ever say it. Wasn't that convenient? ]

There are far better ways to enjoy those moments~

[ Have a smirk back. Alright, he'll let this mindgame go only because he's so fond of you. ]

Indeed there are. Now then--

[ Keeping that arm around him, looking him over. ]

What would you propose? It seems we have the entire evening to make the most of.

[ At least the feeling is mutual. Barry smiles and nuzzles a bit into Mephisto's arms. ]

Hmm, let me see...the whole night hmm? The options are endless.

[ It was late, but surely there was something they can do besides a leisurely stroll. Barry knew one option but proposing such a thing took away the mystique.

He let out a small sigh. ]

It's a shame there's no theatre here.

[ Barry missed going to plays, and the opera. It had been one of the things he'd greatly enjoyed besides the obvious. ]

That they are. The city's pleasures are open to us.

[ A long sigh at the mention of the theater though. ]

A pity indeed. I think the city would indeed benefit from a theater. Perhaps we can put that in as another possible future collaborative project, hm?

Hm, I think I would enjoy that. Though I don't know how many active talent there is in the city.

[ It would be interesting to find out, and he could have his own private box~ ]

However, that doesn't solve our problem in the hear and now does it?

[ Barry smiled the expression sweet. ]

I suppose all one would need do is ask about any interested parties...

[ Have a sigh as he turns his attention back to his companion - not that it ever left anyway save for the brief moment where he was lost in thought. ]

No, no I'm afraid it doesn't. It just leaves us in more of a conundrum with things we could be doing rather than things that can actually be done.

[ Barry did wonder how many would actually trust Barry's endeavors if he was the face behind that particular enterprise. Johnny wouldn't that was for certain. ]

Hm, there are bars open. [ Though sitting with Mephisto in one didn't sound nearly as exciting as going to an actual cafe, but unless there was an all night one in Vatheon somewhere they were out of luck. ]

We could always go back to your place~

[ But then you have this other budding entrepreneur... ]

I do know of a bar or two that would still be open...

[ But hm. The place reeked of Shiro. The second suggestion raises a brow though. Not a bad idea but perhaps his would-be paramour wouldn't be too keen on seeing "her man" walk in arm-in-arm with another demon... ]

You've seen far too much of me, in my fair opinion. Let's go back to yours instead. I don't think I've seen you in your natural environment.

[ Barry laughed lightly. This he could allow. As far as Barry was concerned the place wasn't really his so keeping others away wasn't a top priority. ]

I wouldn't mind that~

[ He gestured back over his shoulder. ]

But unless we take the scenic road, we'll have to turn back.

[ Barry really wouldn't mind either. More time with Mephisto was promised and that more than made up for it. ]

[ Don't mind those wandering eyes. He can't help but allow himself a view every now and then. ]

It would, I suppose, depend on how much in a hurry we are. As I've said, we have all night...

[ And a smirk. ]

But then, that would be a waste of a perfectly good evening, now wouldn't it?

[ Barry didn't mind the glances. He reveled in them. ]

It would.

[ He took Mephisto's hand and paused so that when he took a step backwards he'd have to follow him back the way they'd came. ]

Life's to short for even an evening to be wasted, don't you agree?

[ And despite the small taste he'd had with Axel, a tease really, he was craving real attention. ]

Shall we?

[ He's not even trying to be prude here. Those eyes are indeed looking him over rather closely.

But he follows, allowing himself to be led. ]

As long as our lives are, I find it best we live evenings to their fullest.

[ Again, those knuckles meet his lips just because he can. ]

How could I say no to a tender morsel such as yourself...?

[ The smile on Barry's face was genuine then. ]

You're a flatterer Johann~

[ He turned again to lean against his fellow demon an nuzzle up close. The warmth between them was nice, far better than the chill they'd both been experiencing thanks to the curse. ]

[ The warmth is indeed welcome. He revels in it, really. It's a different sort of body warmth than just merely snuggling up to someone. ]

Only when the situation calls for.

[ His arm shifts to move around Barry's waist to keep him close as they walked, his hand resting on his hip and fingertips drifting slightly over his thigh. Humans were a good turn but nothing quite beat the satisfaction, stamina and pain tolerance of your own kind. ]

[ Barry couldn't agree more. Human's could only take so much before they died on you. ]

Regardless, it's appreciated.

[ Barry couldn't help himself. He tilted his head up to meet Johann's jaw and place a kiss there. ]

Then you are quite welcome, my dear.

[ The feel of those lips is welcomed, despite the interested raised brow. That's followed by a chuckle though. ]

Now now, save the teasing for when we get back. And if you have to do so... at least do so properly.

[ And one hand goes beneath Barry's chin to tip his head in the right direction, brushing the lightest kiss against his lips. ]

[ Barry gasped. He couldn't help it. The kiss was so willingly given, unlike the one's he'd all but had to steal the previous night. Oh how wonderful it was to be touched like this, even if it was light and teasing. ]

I believe you're the one doing the teasing~

[ Damn this walking business. If it weren't for prying eyes Barry had half a mind to forget the apartment trip all together and stop here, but for a demon of Mephisto's class that wouldn't do, and Barry was still mostly proper. ]

Am I...? And which of us teases more often than the other, pray tell..?

[ Again those fingers brush Barry's hair off his face, again more of those featherlight kisses against the corner of his lips. ]

Now then, I'm sure the sooner we reach your apartment, the better hm?

[ Barry made a small noise almost a whimper as he tried to catch those kisses. He couldn't agree more and he forced himself to pull away.

He was so warm. Even that breach of contact made it feel as if the cold was seeping in again. ]

Yes, let's hurry.

[ Barry wanted more of Mephisto, more of those kisses and sweet gestures. ]

[ There's the faintest brush of fang and tongue as the kiss is barely placed before he in turn pulled away, all but shuddering from the warmth that invaded him. ]

Excellent. Now, my dear, as I've said...

Lead the way.

[ Barry couldn't hide the excitement on his face if he'd wanted to. He took Mephisto's hand and moved quickly till they were at his door.

He stepped inside, inviting Mephisto in out of habit for his own kind more than anything. The inside was warm in an attempt to ward of the chill though Barry knew better. It was elegantly furnished, a mix of Victorian and Rococo. Soft opera was playing through out the apartment and a tea set was set out on the coffee table. Barry may have been enjoying a cup before he was called away as there was still a pot sitting on a warmer, the tea light still burning, and a cup was sitting just off to the side. ]

Would you like anything?

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