⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ 🐍┊ ❝ LET'S NOT INSINUATE you had any intention of perusing these fine wares before my arrival; you've never found me a blocker before, and doubtless now. I did not think you one to require company, but this necessity aligns with my assumptions. ❞ For only a second, proof that snakes could smile etched itself within wrinkles by the edge of venomous lips, shed as quickly as it shown.
A shame that this was no real victory — merely en passant in the grand scheme of things, a low ranked one at that. Shoulders slacken prior to a shrug, mischievous eyes narrowing upon his target. ❝ Besides, you wouldn't let loose even if I had purchased us some. ❞ Content to have ear snagged and intrigue piqued, Nero continued. Though averse to the limelight unlike his child, a desire for flair had followed in the father's bloodline.
❝ To simple folk, perhaps your tendencies would be benign and worth dismissing... but I claim to be no such thing. Never have I thought you would succumb to leisure, as these visits have often proved to be. Could you blame me for wanting to decipher the most peculiar human of all? And perhaps capitalize, ❞ he adds, tapping twice in succession along the bar table before continuing.
❝ My wife, ❞ he glares briefly, expeditiously continuing to avoid correction, ❝ fancies the art exhibits here in America. I thought it romantic to surprise her with some of the world's finest. Alas, I can only manage to find a map of the most prominent pieces, and frankly, simple photography won't do. She would prefer to be up close and personal.
You and Luca have visited recently, yes? I'd love to experience some of the lesser traveled gems. It would be appreciated if you could direct me towards those entrances; the front door is dreadfully crowded on opening, and not even the vents can suppress the immense body heat. Do you think you can find any opportune times to go? I'll happily accompany you if you could settle that.
And perhaps... your "friend" might find some fun in it, too. A shame how down and out he has been, with nothing but stirring drinks on his to - do list. ❞
Digits dance on the table twice again, ending his strung along, peculiar statements, some mouthed while vocals offer a different tune. ❝ What do you say? I think this could be pleasant for all involved. ❞
