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Post by Silvia Raizer on Sept 14, 2020 18:02:22 GMT
She raised an eyebrow but did not comment on the laughter. What a man's wife did in her own time, and particularly with his blessing, was no concern of hers.
"Wow, you really are successful," she said, genuinely impressed. She hadn't wanted to like him, but she was starting to do so. "I certainly can't fault you for wanting your family to be safe, nor for the rest of it. But, you know..." She sighed. "Your son's mother, if you take him away, will she ever get to see him again? That seems a hard thing for a little boy."
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Post by The Forgotten God on Sept 14, 2020 18:37:47 GMT
Robert stopped chewing a moment before swallowing, a noticeable pause. “His mother has the ambition of a snail,” he said. “Living in her crime-ridden novel and eking oit an existence amidst piss pots and prostitutes. The boy asks for her constantly,” he allowed, “but the road she can lead him down ends only with him in the same tenement as her.”
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Post by Silvia Raizer on Sept 14, 2020 18:51:42 GMT
She chewed another mouthful of dessert.
"That is truly very sad. But you're wealthy, a pittance for you would be a fortune to this unfortunate woman. It could raise her from a dire existence into something more...tolerable to a man of your standing. Why not set her up somewhere discreet, and let your son see her, occasionally. I'll wager you could easily find a respectable landlady who lets rooms. Or even a small apartment. And a couple of decent dresses. It would be an extra expense, yes, but your son's happiness is surely the best investment you'll ever make."
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Post by The Forgotten God on Sept 14, 2020 18:55:32 GMT
“I see our meeting was no accident,” Robert said, taking another bite, “you are right, this is all a pittance to me,” he agreed, “but that woman has caused me great embarrassment.” He leaned back. “Honestly, it’s better if I just make her disappear,” he said, “stop her from poisoning my boy against me. So what’s really in it for me?”
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Post by Silvia Raizer on Sept 14, 2020 19:16:13 GMT
Silvia cursed inwardly but kept a smile pasted on her face. "Your son's happiness," she said. "The knowledge that you have done a noble deed. Perhaps a song in praise of your kind heart. And a kiss, from the Skylark herself." She gave him a sultry smile.
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Post by The Forgotten God on Sept 14, 2020 19:23:04 GMT
Robert thought a second then shrugged. “Maybe you’re right,” he said. “She can have him...oh, a few days a months and once for a week or so. But she stops spreading slander,” he added. “And she can stay somewhere near wherever I move...I guess.” He looked at Silvia and ran his teeth over his bottom lip. “Does the Skylark kids as well as she sings?” He asked.
Total 139 on charm
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Post by Silvia Raizer on Sept 14, 2020 19:37:38 GMT
She put her plate aside and smiled at him. "Some say better. You'll find out soon enough. Perhaps we could have a glass of wine to whet our appetites?"
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Post by The Forgotten God on Sept 14, 2020 19:40:06 GMT
“I seldom say no to wine,” Robert said as he stared at her. He opened another bottle of a sweet dessert red and handed her a glass. “It’s been a good evening,” he said. “I hope I haven’t disappointed.”
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Post by Silvia Raizer on Sept 14, 2020 19:47:48 GMT
"Not at all. I've been impressed, actually. Your success is inspiring."
She sipped the sweet wine and made appreciative noises.
"Your taste, in particular, is impeccable."
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Post by The Forgotten God on Sept 14, 2020 19:53:44 GMT
“In everything,” he agreed. “Music and wine and food, and, if I may be so bold, in members of the fairer sex.” He ran a finger down her forearm.
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Post by Silvia Raizer on Sept 14, 2020 20:01:49 GMT
She smiled and leaned in over the table. Her sleeve fell back, exposing her skin. She let out a little sigh.
"That feels good." She leaned and kissed him, softly at first, then fiercely.
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Post by The Forgotten God on Sept 14, 2020 20:06:35 GMT
Robert kissed her for a minute then moved closer to pull her into him. “I’d like to make you sing,” he whispered into her ear. “If it’s not too much to ask.”
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Post by Silvia Raizer on Sept 14, 2020 20:13:08 GMT
"I might be willing to allow that," she whispered. She kissed him again.
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