The Selection (1x1 with AnnaCat17)

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Eleanor wrapped her arms around him, gripping the back of his shirt tightly in her fists. She buried her face in his chest, shuddering as she held back a sob. "My dad brought Elliott home. He was going to take her to bed. It's like he forgot I was there. He's done that before, but taking that monster into our home was a different deal."

Jakob's breath hitched in his throat as Matteo lied down beside him, and he scooted over to give him some more room. He let out a laugh, but it sounded strangled as his heartbeat pounded in his chest. "Don't worry. I won't." He settled beside him, gently clutching the front of Matteo's shirt and tucking his head under Matteo's chin, resting his cheek against his collar. "Is this okay?" he whispered, not wanting to make him uncomfortable.

[AnnaCat17]

Vice picked her up as he listened to her so her legs wrapped around his waist. He carried her back to the couch and sat down with her in his lap. "Im sorry, Lady Eleanor. He shouldn't have done that." He said quietly and gently brushed her hair out of her face as he listened to her vent.

Matteo nodded and wrapped his arms around Jakob. "I think its necessary with how small this bed is." he teased, giving out a quiet chuckle.

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Eleanor clung to him as he picked her up, and settled into his lap when they were on the couch. She rested her head against his chest, letting out a soft sigh. "Thank you for listening," she mumbled, relaxing against him. "I shouldn't have kissed you. I'm sorry."

Jakob laughed a bit, relaxing into his embrace. He was enjoying being in his arms, and he sighed happily, closing his eyes.

[AnnaCat17]

"Its fine. You were upset and probably just trying to find a way to get back at everyone or looking for a distraction like your dad does. I dont blame you." He gently rested his head against her's, allowing himself to enjoy holding her. He had had fun on his date with Matteo, but this felt different. It felt more real and wasn't laced with whatever magic Matteo used to captivate anyone who looked at him. He knew there wouldnt even be anything between him and Ellie but for a quiet moment it was nice to pretend.

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Eleanor snuggled against him, smiling happily. "Can I spend the night here?" she whispered, not wanting to leave him embrace. She closed her eyes, letting the sound of his heartbeat and his scent soothe her.

[AnnaCat17]

Vice nodded. "I dont think it matters what we do since we are already breaking the law so go ahead." He hesitated, unsure of how she would react, before kissing the top of her head. "Want to get to bed now?"

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Eleanor nodded, hugging him tightly. "Yes, please." She got up with him and getting onto the bed with him. She curled up beside him, resting her head against his chest and her arms around him.

[AnnaCat17]

Vice laid down with her and held her close but internally he felt like he was having an internal crisis. He looked up at the ceiling as he debated with himself and suddenly, without warning, he asked, "Would you be willing to go on a date with me?"

[EchoOfShatteredIce]

Eleanor smiled, pleasantly surprised about it. "Yes," she admitted, gazing up at him. "I'd like that."

[AnnaCat17]

Vice smirked to himself and closed his eyes. "That went better than I thought." His smirk slowly stretched into a smile. "Sorry, I know its not allowed but i really want to kiss you properly but I wouldn't really be much of a gentleman if I kissed you without even taking you on one date."