Re: log - helena & wes
[It seemed unfair that a woman as beautiful as Helena would also possess a beautiful laugh, but she did. Wes knew even small towns had their beauties, but he hadn't known anyone like this woman in Palmer. Mother Grace had told him young that luck was the ruling force in the universe, and that some would be charmed with the things humans wanted—love, beauty, money, companionship, intelligence—and others would not, but the bulk of humanity would lie scattered in the middle of the spectrum like ashes over sea. Of course, after luck came your own will, in terms of determinants of life. And, in some cases, it outshined luck.—Not here though.—Jim nodded at the production of the silver tumbler, as if convinced that his generosity was unneeded. He smiled. More for him.
Her dramatic relief at his approval got a chuckle out of him, his smile hooked into an amused sort of smirk that just ended up boyish more than anything on his face.] Thanks for this. [Again, he nodded when she talked about a good work ethic.] It was interesting, [he admitted.] It was mostly like its own small town. But, any job can get boring. [A lift of both hands, even the one with the mug.] No offense meant.
[After a laugh at the bit about 'their moment,' his and the coffee's, Wes walked on, just behind the woman as she pointed the different places and things out. His gaze shifted from camera to camera. He hadn't expected them. Not that it made any real difference to him, but he thought it was interesting.] Okay, so I should be on my best behavior. Got it. [A smile. He shook his head.] I can entertain myself. [He gestured to himself with the coffee mug.] Only child. [Like that told her all she needed to know.
He took her number with a smile and a thanks, and pocketed it. He took another long sip of the manna from his mug.] Not yet. [His tone said he was teasing, as did his grin.] Unless there's more? [He looked around again.] So, stock as needed, if no one's around. Same with cleaning. Otherwise, man the till and have a good work ethic. Does that cover it?