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Demetri Blake (rogueblake) wrote in toujoursliberer,
@ 2008-06-05 06:57:00

Current mood:	hopeful
Entry tags:	demetri_blake, harry_fisher, nc-17, nell_abbot, plot

Subject: Errands in the Streets
Where: Downtown London, five or six streets as he walks
Who: Demetri Blake and [OPEN]
Warnings: NC-17
Open to: Everyone; anyone friend or foe who might / want to run into him

Demetri left his townhouse and headed down the street. He opted not to take the carriage, preferring to walk. It was mid morning, not too early, but early enough that the shops and marketplace were not to crowded. He had the latest letters to be handed off so they could be delivered to his brothers and sister.

Demetri knew it was risky, writing them after so long, even more so going to see them, but it was a risk he was willing to take. They were family, and yes he wanted to protect them, but he missed them even more.

He smiled and nodded to passersby as he continued walking, grinning as the group of girls started giggling once they were behind him. If only it was a day for frivolity and not business, he thought ,even as he passed the theatre. That was a depressing thought to him as he reached the corner and paused to grab a paper. Demetri scanned the front page at first.

News lately did not make him happy even though he had to pretend most of the time that it did.

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rogueblake
2008-06-05 05:59 pm UTC (link)

Demetri looked up as the young voice caught his attention. He stopped and folded the paper in half as he looked at the young boy standing practically in front of him. But lord, he was pretty. Demetri couldn't help but stare, just for a moment, for he could pass as a girl. Part of him wondered if that could be the case.

He was curious, that's for sure.

"A show? Well that would entirely depend on what kind of show," Demetri answered and smiled. "Or exactly what 'something else' entailed, now wouldn't it?"

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little_star
2008-06-05 06:07 pm UTC (link)

Nell smiled back, setting his hands on his hips. The man certainly seemed interested and that was good. He was handsome too which Nell always preferred if he could have a choice in it, and well dressed.

"A variety act, sir. If you're interested in that sort of thing – jugglers and comedy performances," He said, jerking his head back towards the theatre. "Or, if sir is interested in something else perhaps he should buy a ticket for the evening floor show - lots there for a young man to find pleasing."

Nell licked his lip slowly, pausing for effect as much as to gather if the man was interested.
"Something else would be a room and a warm body sir for two penny an hour."

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rogueblake
2008-06-05 07:21 pm UTC (link)

He certainly wasn't shy, Demetri thought as he grinned. "In this day and age, something to lift one spriits, like a variety show, isn't a bad thing," he replied, tucking the paper under his arm as he glanced over the way the young one was motioning. "Though.... there's something to be said for evening shows too." Demetri looked back. "What is your name, and are you part of the shows as well, or just in charge of getting people in to see them?"

Demetri had more to say but the deliberate pausing caught him offguard, but only a bit. Though the unsubtle offer of what something else was left him slightly surprised only for as much as he wasn't expecting it. "Two penny you say? Hmmm.... I dare say I don't know a better way to lose my money.... in the daytime at least," he said, a teasing but charming smile lighting up his face.

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little_star
2008-06-05 07:29 pm UTC (link)

"Nell Abbot, and I am most certainly part of the shows. I play Ganymede in the evening performance, but during the variety show I'm the other half of a comedy act. I'd be the one in the dress." He said with a laugh, feeling nicely confident by how interested the man seemed.

Nell smiled widely. "If you'd like to come over to the Bridge Theatre, sir, I'll certainly help you lighten your purse."

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rogueblake
2008-06-05 08:03 pm UTC (link)

"Very nice to meet you Nell. And if you are playing Ganymede then I think I most certainly will have to come to an evenings proformance." Demetri laughed with Nell.

He found himself relaxed, more than he'd been in a while and grinned. "Though I dare say you in a dress would be something to see too."

And an offer not to be refused. "I think I will take you up on your offer. I do have a few errands to tend to so can I meet you at the theatre in say, one quarter hour?"

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	little_star 2008-06-05 08:11 pm UTC (link)
	"I'll certainly keep that time open for you, sir. Would you like me to have them put a ticket by for the evening performance for you?" He asked, glancing back towards the theatre, wondering what Harry would say to that. "And you'd be right about me in a dress. If you'd be willing to pay a little more I'd be more than willing to wear one for you." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

rogueblake
2008-06-05 08:25 pm UTC (link)

Demetri smiled. "Excellent. I won't be long, I promise, and a ticket for this evening would be very good. You can leave it for 'Demetri Alexandre'" he said. It had just become habit to not use his real name in situations not always advantagous to using his real one. True yes he wasn't hiding from those who knew him but one also couldn't be to careful either.

And then his thoughts trailed off at the thought of Nell in a dress, just for him. "You're just full of surprises aren't you Nell? Perhaps we will save that for a future meeting. Now, off you go, or I will never get what I need to done and meet you at the theatre."

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	little_star 2008-06-05 08:36 pm UTC (link)
	Nell nodded, repeating the name under his breath so he wouldn't forget it. He smirked, turning on his heal and ran towards the theatre to tell Harry about their good luck and new client. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

rogueblake
2008-06-05 09:02 pm UTC (link)

Demetri watched Nell as he moved across the street quickly. Of all the things he thought he'd see, or the people he'd meet today, that was certainly unexpected but not a bad thing at all. He continued on his way down the street albeit a little faster than the stroll he'd been earlier.

His face grew serious though, as he took the letters, the ones not for his siblings, no the ones anonymously written. One was for the newspaper, one was place to find it's way into the hands of government officials, or the army, it mattered not.

That being done, Demetri crossed the street and headed back to the Bridge Theatre. He didn't need directions for it was familiar to him, at least in passing. He smiled as he approached the door and knocked, tipping his hat to a few people who walked by on the street behind him as he waited.

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social_climber
2008-06-05 09:27 pm UTC (link)

It was Harry Fisher himself that opened the door, answering the young man's knock. He'd listened to Nell's excited chatter, and then sent the boy off to get himself ready. He looked the young man over quickly, matching him up with Nell's description. "Mr. Alexandre?" He asked, and stepped away, allowing the man room to step inside the Theatre foyer. "Nell was very eager to see you. He's reserved you a very good seat for this evening's performance."

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little_star
2008-06-05 09:52 pm UTC (link)

Nell came out of the side door, into the foyer of the theatre. He was washed and brushed, dressed quite well for the occasion in well-tailored trousers and shirt.

"Oh, you're here!" He said, delighted. Harry had, as always, told him off for not getting the payment for ticket up-front and for assuming the man would come back as he promised. It was nice to prove Harry wrong for a change.

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rogueblake
2008-06-06 01:57 am UTC (link)

Demetri smiled as the door opened and the older gentleman answered the door. "Yes that I am. And whom do I have the pleasure greeting?" he said as he nodded and walked into the foyer.before turning back to the other man. "I was very glad for the invitation. Nell was very convincing. And speaking of the ticket...."

He trailed off as he heard Nell's voice and smiled. "Back as promised." He grinned at Nell.

Demetri turned back to the other man. "I'm afraid I sent him off earlier without paying for my ticket. I do hope you forgive the oversight. How much do I owe?" He could be called many things but a freeloader wasn't one of them.

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social_climber
2008-06-06 07:38 am UTC (link)

"Harry Fisher, Mr Alexandre." He greeted the other, ensuring the door was shut behind him. "Nell is always very convincing and charming, sir. It's in his nature." He explains, and then glances around at the young man who entered the foyer. "There you are, Nell. Your guest has arrived."

He turns his attention back to Demetri, and smiles slightly. "The ticket is a half shilling, sir. If you would be so kind to pay now, separately, then I will be able to ensure your seat. They sell very quickly in the afternoon."

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rogueblake
2008-06-06 04:29 pm UTC (link)

"Please to meet you Mr. Fisher," Demetri said and smiled at him. The name was not unfamiliar to him; he just hoped the same couldn't be said for him.

He glanced at Nell. "That's a good kind of nature to have, especially in these times.

Demetri reached in to his money and quickly took out the necessary shilling and handed it to Harry. "Half shilling it is. No point in letting debts add up. And I've heard the shows are very popular. I wouldn't want to not be able to see it." Demetri looked at Nell and smiled. "Thank you again."

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	little_star 2008-06-06 06:05 pm UTC (link)
	Nell smiled widely again, looking between Demetri and Harry; more than delighted to have brought in such a rich customer. "Are you two done here with your business?" He asked, "I've got my room all set up. Nice new sheets, lovely and clean." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	rogueblake 2008-06-06 07:52 pm UTC (link)
	Demetri smiled, he couldn't help it at Nell's enthusiasm. "I believe our business is concluded.... for now," he said looking at Harry. "I don't want to keep him from the evening performance later on." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	social_climber 2008-06-07 01:09 pm UTC (link)
	Harry nodded once, "I think we are finished for the moment. Enjoy your afternoon, Mr. Alexandre." He said, inclining his head. "And I hope to see you this evening." He adds, glancing to Nell before excusing himself from the room. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	little_star 2008-06-07 01:47 pm UTC (link)
	Nell's smile grew wider still, and he gestured for Demetri to follow him though the door and back into the corridor that lead to the boy's rooms. "This is my room." He explained as they reached the end of the corridor and he opened the door. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	rogueblake 2008-06-08 12:26 am UTC (link)
	He smiled at Harry and nodded back to him. "I'm sure you will." Demetri followed Nell back through the corridor of the theatre and to his room. He looked around; it wasn't anything spectacular but it was cozy. "I like it. Is it all yours, by yourself?" He took his hat off and set it on the nearby chair. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

little_star
2008-06-08 09:15 am UTC (link)

Nell nodded proudly, going to the bed and smoothing down the new covers he'd put on. Nice and white, not as fine as the gentleman was probably used to be very grand all the same for Nell.
"Of course it's all mine. We're a proper establishment here, set up to cater to only the best. We all have our own rooms. Harry saw to that. He didn't want us being just another knocking shop with it going on out in the hallway when rooms weren't free and what-not." Nell said, his smile again rather proud.

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	rogueblake 2008-06-08 10:18 pm UTC (link)
	Demetri grinned. He could tell Nell was very proud of everything and he should be. It seemed Harry was taking very good care of everyone in the theatre. "Harry seems to have taken very good care of you all," he said coming over and sitting on the bed next to Nell and smiling at him more. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	little_star 2008-06-09 09:18 am UTC (link)
	"Mmm, he does." Nell agreed, smiling. He shifted a little closer to Demetri, reaching up to brush his cheek. "Do you know what you want?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

rogueblake
2008-06-09 03:38 pm UTC (link)

Demetri smiled and slid an arm behind Nell, resting his hand on the bed, the gentle touch surprising but he liked it. "I suppose just saying you would not be of any help would it?" he said, chuckling lightly.

He leaned forward, closing the gap between the two of them and smiled as he kissed Nell. Demetri slid his hand up off the bed and gently pressed it against Nell's back.

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little_star
2008-06-09 03:44 pm UTC (link)

Nell smiled, laughing a little.
"Not really. Don't worry about asking for it, I know some people feel they shouldn't but I'm here to make you feel good, not judge what you want."

Nell kissed back, wrapping his arms about Demetri's shoulders, letting him take the lead. Some of the other boy's had rules about kissing but Nell couldn't see the reason behind it, it was hardly more intimate than what else they did.

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rogueblake
2008-06-09 04:03 pm UTC (link)

Demetri couldn't help but smile at that either. "You'll always make people happy just saying that." He kissed the other again as Nell wrapped his arms around him, and he found he liked it very much. "I want to see you Nell." He leaned back a little and brushed his fingers against Nell's cheek as he stood up and started removing his own jacket and started unbuttoning his waistcoat, keeping his eyes on Nell.