The Selection (1x1 with AnnaCat17)

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Abril smiled, relaxing into his arms. She rested her head against his chest, closing her eyes as she enjoyed his affection. "You were sleeping outside. Do you want to go rest or would you like to watch a movie with me?" She traced her fingers along his cheek. "If you don't have anything you need to do, that is," she added, since he was king after all, and there was only so much he could get other people to do.

Solace spotted him, and was hesitating. He seemed fine. He didn't need her checking on him. She hesitantly approached him, feeling silly for thinking he'd want her company. He was drunk yesterday after all. Things would be different now. "Hello, Sir," she greeted him, curtseying. "I just wanted to see how you were doing."

[AnnaCat17]

"I have time for a movie." He gently rubbed her back for a few moments before pulling away so they could walk. "Thank you for forgiving me, Abril."

"I am alright, Miss." He glanced around to make sure no one was listening to them before speaking in a low voice to her. "I want to apologize for my behavior yesterday. It was inappropriate of me to force myself on you and I hope i didn't upset you too much."

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Abril smiled, taking his hand and lacing their fingers together. "That would be great." She walked with him to the indoor theater, glad they were on good terms. "No problem. I can't stay mad at that face," she teased, lightly poking his cheek.

"You don't need to apologize, Sir," Solace said softly, feeling awkward as she went to explain. "You weren't forcing herself on me. I wouldn't have let anything happen if I didn't want it to."

[AnnaCat17]

Pavel smiled faintly at her and squeezed her hand. "I really do love you, Abril. Im lucky to have you."

Sutton raised an eyebro at her but was relieved to know she wasn't upset. "Good. Well, did you need me for something?"

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Abril smiled happily, settling down on the couch once they were in the theater. "And I love you. I'm lucky to have you as well." She looked around, examining the theater room. "You can pick the movie if you'd like," she offered. She didn't care what they watched, she was just happy to be spending time with him.

"No. I was just checking on you," Solace said, flushing a bit in embarrassment. "I'll go now." She felt awkward around him, especially since she admitted to wanting the kiss they had shared yesterday. She made her way past the table, busying herself with thinking about what she'd be doing next.

[AnnaCat17]

Pavel walked over and looked through the selection of movies, looking at some of the newer ones that would be released to theaters soon. 'So what do you hope it is? The baby I mean."

Sutton tapped his fingers against his legs as he watched her walk off, debating whether or not he should try to talk to her further. She had been a very good kisser and he was lying if he said he didn't want to do it again. He walked over to her and tapped her on the arm to get her attention. "What are you doing tonight?"

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Abril smiled as she thought about it. "I don't have a preference of whether its a girl or a boy. I just want it to be happy and healthy."

Solace jumped slightly in surprise, turning around to look at him. "Me? Tonight? Uh, nothing in particular." Why did he want to know? Did he want her company? Or was this some sort of trick?

[AnnaCat17]

Pavel chuckled nd started the movie before sitting down. "That is such a mother response."

"You should come spend some time with me tonight then." he said, watching her seriously for her response, taking note of her nervousness.

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Abril laughed, curling up beside him with her arms wrapped around his waist and her head on his shoulder. "What do you wish for, then? A boy or a girl?" She knew that a girl would be sold into marriage. Only a boy would have the opportunity to receive the crown.

"Alright." Solace agreed to it without much thought. She felt pathetic for being so desperate for company and affection.

[AnnaCat17]

"Boy." he said without even having to think. "A boy would make everything easier and we wouldn't have to say goodbye one day.

Sutton smirked slightly before walking off