Harder Than Iron

Mercury Black 25 Security Officer Biography Pinterest Board Welcome to the bloodbath Jump into the tub Fist-fight, death-match Come and join the club Kick-start your face With a metal-clad boot You should give up now Your retaliation's moot I'm the one That was born in a nightmare A murderer's son Got no gun But I gleam like a blade and I'm harder than iron I'm the one That was ripped from the earth and exposed to the sun Overrun By the hate and the beatings defiled by a father I'm the one that your mama said 'Don't mess with them or you'll end up dead' Private Mercury Black from RWBY Belongs to intergalacticrp

[jfc-jinx]

footloose || m&j

[mctalcladboot]

jfc-jinx‌:

Her steps were silent, purposeful as she made her way out of her room into the living room. Jinx had waited until after the sound of the shower stopped and that he’d finally gone out of hiding. She didn’t hear any other doors being opened as she had lurked and plotted-so she assumed he was still in her home. 

Her eyes scanned the living room-all his crap was still here. She was almost outstanded by the idea that Mercury just slept it off. That none of what transpired really plagued him, almost perpetuating her belief that yes he had done it to make fun of her. 

Jinx caught sight of his prone form on the couch, just perfect laying there as if waiting for her to beat the shit out of him. Lifting her leg, she was about to when-what the fuck?

Mercury was missing-ah. Her eyes found a pair of discarded legs put off to the side. The sight alone was enough to make her tilt her head as she absorbed the new information. Mercury wore prosthetics? Hm.

Well, legless or not, he still made a fool out of her and for that he had to pay.

Grabbing the back of the couch, she tilted it forward with enough strength for him to fall off the piece of furniture. “Wakey, wakey~” She sing-songed, cracking her knuckles, mouth in a wide grin, “You and I aren’t finished talking yet.”

Mercury had just slipped off to sleep. In all honesty, it was extremely hard for him to get a decent night’s sleep. Even harder when he was somewhere he damn well didn’t trust. Still, he’d managed. Right up to the point he was suddenly rolled off his couch.

The instant he moved, Mercury was scrambling, but there was nothing he could do to stop himself from crashing on the floor. Grunting, Mercury rolled onto his back, legs kicking to back up and eyes wide. Except there was no catch and push. No heels digging into the carpet, and it took Mercury a moment of staring up at Jinx to understand. 

Well fuck. 

Jinx looked sadistically cruel, and he wasn’t sure if he liked it because he really was just that Goddamn sick, or if he was suddenly very okay with dying right that moment. 

“Well...” Pausing for a moment, Mercury’s eyes flicked over her, still breathing heavy from the sudden scare. “That was rude.” // @jfc-jinx​

[mctalcladboot]

liecheatstealsurvive‌:

“That depends, anyone invented a time machine yet? I’m sure you were just adorable as a kid,” What was it about trading insult that made the kid want to stick around? Sure, Roman could enjoy a good verbal sparring on occasion, but generally only with people that held his respect. At this point, the only thing keeping the redhead from drawing on him was Cinder. He was sure Neo would forgive him quickly enough, “Wondered what that was. Too afraid of rust to bathe?”

@mctalcladboot

“You know what’s adorable? The fact you think I was allowed candy as a child, you stupid son of a bitch.” Lips quirking up, Mercury snickered at the thought. He’d long come to a sick understanding of his shitty childhood, and didn’t care if it caught people off guard. Not that the thought Roman was the type. “You really are a dumb piece of shit if you don’t know how prosthetics work, Torchwick. But, hey, keep talking. It’s cute when you think you sound smart.” // @liecheatstealsurvive​

[mctalcladboot]

blcsscmcd‌:

Ugh. Ma’am. That made her feel old and she wasn’t even yet 25! It was one thing to hear it from children, another to hear it from someone around her age. Blossom took a moment to do a discreet check of Mercury. She wasn’t actually sure how old the other was, but he looked young enough to be around her age. “How old are you?”

She took the materials offer to her, writing down her name and number in immaculate script. It was a fleeting hope that someone actually would return her bag. But she had to try.

“I’ll check with them,” Blossom held the black book back out to him, eyes flitting about, “It’s really not just you here is it? Manning the office today is it?” // @mctalcladboot

Mercury didn’t need to answer. He really didn’t need to. What the hell did that have to do with anything? He sure as hell didn’t answer to her either. But denying her might just make everything more tense, and he really didn’t miss bitch getting on his case. “Twenty... six.” I think. Should at least be roughly. Not like he knew his exact date of birth.

Even her writing was pretentious. It took him way too long to read properly. Why the hell did she have to write like that for something as minor as a note?

Taking it, Mercury placed it back where it came, watching to woman glance around. What the hell now? “With the influx of visitors for the games, more security is needed on the streets.” Especially will all the bullshit going on lately. “We take turns on the desk so, yeah, it’s my turn on the desk.” // @blcsscmcd​

[jfc-jinx]

footloose || m&j

[mctalcladboot]

jfc-jinx‌:

She slammed her door shut, the sound echoing through the rest of the apartment. Her hands clenched tightly at her sides, nails digging into her skin. She waited and waited and waited. Wanting. Wishing. Trying to give Mercury a chance to maybe explain himself or change his mind. Something.

Jinx stood there for a good solid minute or two, even after she heard the slam of another door and the sound of the shower going. That bastard. That absolute bastard. But what did that make her when here she was still trying to give him the benefit of the doubt.

Taking a deep breath that rattled throughout her chest, she raised her leg kicking it through the plaster of her wall. The hole stared back at her mockingly. Fool. Fool. Fool. Damn right she was. She just… didn’t get it, because she could’ve sworn that he liked her back too.

What happened in the living room could not have just been her imagining things. 

Moving away from the wall, she ran a hand through her hair harshly as she plopped down on the edge of the bed thinking about the events that just unfolded. At some point, hope bled into humiliation which bled to confusion which lastly bled into anger. Hot, burning anger that moved through her veins like lava. It made her bare her teeth, her face darken, and whatever bloodlust that was laying dormant awaken.

How fucking dare he. 

Leading her on. Playing with her emotions. Then when confronted about it run away like a goddamn coward. Jinx imagined he did it to hide his laughter. He was mocking her. The jackass did it just to get a good laugh at her. 

She glared at the door knowing he was on the other side. She could do it. Hurt him like he hurt her. Eye for an eye. Tooth for a tooth. Broken bones for a broken heart. Quietly she rose to her feet. Mercury Black was going to pay. // @mctalcladboot​

Mercury wasn’t all that sure how long he had been hiding in the bathroom. A few hours, most likely. Felt like a damn day. He’d turned off the shower at some point and just sulked on the closed toilet. He was kicking himself. Pissed off at himself for fucking up. What the hell was he suppose to do? It was an awkward conversation he didn’t particularly want to have. There was always the chance Jinx’s feeling for him wouldn’t change with finding out, but he didn’t want to risk it either. 

By the time he left, it was fairly late. He was still as frustrated and annoyed as ever, but at the very least Jinx should be asleep. It was late enough, wasn’t it? Sighing, Mercury threaded his fingers through his hair. Should he go? Wasn’t like there was anywhere for him to go. 

Falling onto the lounge, Mercury let his head rest on the back of the couch, groaning quietly. This was going to be a long night... But at the very east it could wait until morning.

Spending five minutes detatching his legs and taking off his socks, Mercury set them aside before setting a quiet alarm for the early morning. Before Jinx should wake up.

Laying down on the couch, Mercury threw an arm over his face, trying to slip off and get some rest before shit hit the fan.

[mctalcladboot]

liecheatstealsurvive‌:

“Still letting Thin Mint write your material, huh? Don’t worry, you’ll be a big kid one day,” Was it too much to ask for some kind of cosmic accident to strike the cyborg down? Just one, itty, bitty comet to the security headquarters, or maybe a ruptured gasline in his apartment complex? Sometimes life just wasn’t fair, “Usually thoughts of your broken corpse. It soothes me so.”

@mctalcladboot​

“Don’t you have a baby to go steal candy from, Roman? Or, you know, kill?” Mercury mocked back, leaning against a wall and crossing his legs casually; a sure sign that he wasn’t going anywhere. If Roman wanted to play, Mercury would match him tit-for-tat. “Funny that, I’ve been there. And just like I always do, I’ll keep coming back. Like a bad smell.” Cocking a grin, Mercury offered a very condescending wink. // @liecheatstealsurvive​

[jfc-jinx]

footloose || m&j

[mctalcladboot]

jfc-jinx‌:

For a split second, she actually believed that he was going to take her up on her offer. But only for a split second. Noticing the way he glanced at her lips-if only for a brief second- made her chest seize in such a horrible and awful and exciting way.

It was nothing compared to the realization after that he was backing out. Now that made her chest seize in a horrible, horrible way. 

She kept uncharacteristically silent, eerie, watching as he stood up, excuses falling from his lips. Jinx knew this was a possibility-that it was probably the reality. That she was putting meaning into things that didn’t exist all, but that didn’t change she hoped that for once she might’ve been proven wrong and that he really did like her back.

Because Jinx really liked-

Fuck, she must’ve looked like such an idiot standing there. She certainly felt like the biggest one in the universe right now. Being rejected in her own goddamn house. The world must’ve been laughing at her. 

“That’s it?” She spoke incredulous, unable to hide the humiliation from her face. Mercury couldn’t even look her in the eyes. Letting out a sardonic chuckle, Jinx nodded brushing past him, “Enjoy your fucking shower.” // @mctalcladboot

He fucked up. In an instant, he knew damn well he had. Mercury didn’t need to look at her to feel it in the air, clinging to his flesh and chilling him to the bone.

That’s it. There shouldn’t have been an ‘it’ at the first place. Jinx was a friend, and she respected him. Thought highly enough of him to trust he was strong. The moment she got close, physically close, that could all come crashing down. And Mercury wasn’t a gambling man. He didn’t toy with that face. Didn’t like people knowing, most especially those he respected back. Because the moment he saw a flicker of pity in their eyes, it was over, and he’d much rather kill someone then have them look at him like that.

But- 

Jinx pushed past him, anger bleeding into the air, and Mercury wanted to react in kind. Let his own anger and frustration bubble over and spill. Wanted to grab her wrist and pull her close. Press his leg against hers and make her understand. He wanted it all without that fucking pity, which was precisely why he didn’t do it. 

Swallowing down his own anger, Mercury stormed off into the bathroom, turning on the water full blast and locking the door. He couldn’t even fucking shower. There was no chair for him. Not that he really wanted it. Leaning against the banister, Mercury let the room steam up, teeth bared in frustration as he considered his options. He had nowhere else to go.. If he left, Jinx would hunt him down, and at this point Mercury damn well knew she might just kill him. It was one thing to reject her, but another to run away like she was disgusting.

She wasn’t..

He just.. had to force his way through. He had to.. hide in the fucking bathroom like a kid until he was sure she was sleep. // @jfc-jinx​

[mctalcladboot]

blcsscmcd‌:

Miss Utonium- ugh, even the way he says her name makes her skin crawl. Blossom manages to keep her face neutral for the most part. Her eyes narrow slightly, only because she knows he has a point. Her bad was dropped two days ago and if someone hadn’t brought it in by now, then someone’s likely stolen it. 

The thought makes her head ache already thinking about the stuff she’s going to need to do to replace everything. Including apologize to Bonna since the bag was a gift from them. 

“Can I leave my number here atleast? Incase someone does drop it off?” She taps her fingernails on the table, forcing a smile on her face. “Thank you though Officer Black for being so… diligent with your work.” The compliment probably sounds as dry to him as it does her, but even she cannot deny that he is good at what he does. // @mctalcladboot​

Everything about Blossom was irritable. The way she tapped her nails like an impatient mother. The all too fake smile on her face and the false pleasantries. The way she said his name like that. He probably should have expected if after using her last name, and it was technically more respectful, but being called by his father’s name always left a sour taste in his mouth. Not that he showed it. 

“Of course,” Mercury offered, taking a moment to pull out a little black book and turn to a blank page before offering it to her along with a pen. “And Mercury is fine, ma’am.” He’d much rather be remembered for his own name, and not that filth’s.

“I try. I’m sorry there’s not much else I can do for you. If it helps, if you know where abouts the bag was lost, you might have more luck with surrounding shops’ surveillances.” // @blcsscmcd​

[jfc-jinx]

footloose || m&j

[mctalcladboot]

jfc-jinx‌:

“Not that speechless.”

Despite her shock, she couldn’t help the automatic response. She just always had to have the last say. Her brows furrowed slightly wondering if Mercury knew what he sounded like right now. The bastard had always been a flirt-silver tongued to match his hair. But it was different now.

It was different because Jinx was probably putting meanings where they didn’t exist and she hated it. Hated the way it made her heart pound, hated the way she hoped, hated the way she was willing to fucking take that chance if he meant it-

She’d always been impulsive before, and fuck if she wasn’t going to now. 

“Hm,” Her fingers tapped her chin thoughtfully as she made her way around the couch, “Well, I can think of a few things that’s more interesting than just staring.” Jinx leaned over him slightly a sly smirk on her face, her tone velvety. // @mctalcladboot

Jinx was moving around the couch, humming and creeping closer in a way that made Mercury shiver. What was she.. No. Oh Gods, did she take him seriously? Glancing up with wide eyes, that confident grin faltered as she lent over him. 

Too far. He’d pushed her too far and.. holy shit, she was flirting. Actual honest to Gods flirting. There was a brief flicker of his eyes, flashing down to her lips then back to her eyes. Damn it. She knew damn well she was pretty.. This wasn’t fair. She was too close.

He wanted to reciprocate. He feared her finding out. In the end, self preservation always won out over desire. 

Setting his food down, Mercury pushed himself further down the couch, careful not to touch her with his legs. No, he wasn’t dealing with that pity. 

‘I.. think I’m going to have a shower,” Mercury fumbled, slipping off the couch and stepping back awkwardly, unable to meet her eyes. Crap. This wasn’t suppose to happen. // @jfc-jinx​

[mctalcladboot]

liecheatstealsurvive‌:

“Well, you know what they say, ‘you’re judged by the company you keep’. And I’d hate for people to suddenly think Neo’s incompetent,” He wondered just how much he’d have to pay his partner to stop spending time with the idiot. She had to have a price, ten, maybe fifteen grand? It’d be worth it to stop these little run-ins from happening, “Nice try, kid, but this is all natural. You’d be amazed what a lil coconut oil does for ya.”

“Oh, Roman. If they don’t think that from all the time she spends with you, then I’m sure she’s fine.” It really was amusing how prissy the prick got over Mercury so much as spending time with the woman. He’d almost do it just to piss the man off, if he didn’t already enjoy Neo’s company. Or if he didn’t think she’d try to kill him for using her like that. “Please. Your hair as about as ‘natural’ as mine. But, hey, whatever helps you sleep at night, old timer.” // @liecheatstealsurvive​

[chronicbackstabbingdis0rder-blog]

Razor’s Edge // Merc&Wash

[mctalcladboot]

superagentwashingtub‌:

Sitting in the waiting area with his fellow competitors, separated from the range, Wash was surprised at just who he’d be shooting against. Going in to this, he’d expected mainly former or current soldiers like himself. Instead what he found himself facing had to be the most eclectic looking group he’d seen since the Reds and Blues.

For one thing, there were a hell of a lot more kids than he’d expected, not literally of course, but if half of them could drink he’d be shocked. A few of them seemed confident, though most of them had that nervous energy; shaking legs, twitchy hands, and the like. And of course, there was the kid sitting next to him. The only way Wash could describe him was cocky, as if he’d already won and the others just didn’t know it yet.

It’d be admirable if he didn’t make you just want to slap that smirk off his face.

“So you’re not nervous…at all?”

@mctalcladboot

Shooting was not Mercury’s first choice. Actually, it was a competition he found boring. He didn’t like standing still and shooting from a ‘real’ gun. He could, of course. If Marcus got one thing right it was teaching Mercury how to shoot straight. Mercury would much rather take on a race or anything actually interesting. But the uniforms? Well, they did little to hide his legs, and outing himself to the world was out of the question. 

So shooting it was. The entire thing was already boring him.

Humming in question, Mercury glanced towards the man before breathing a laugh. “Of what?” Shaking his head, Mercury glanced forward again. “It’s just a friendly competition. I’m just here to have fun.” Did Mercury care if he actually won? Honestly, not at all. // @superagentwashingtub​

[mctalcladboot]

blindedblve‌:

Unfortunately, V could very well see that happening. It was awful how easily people could crumble. “Riots, huh. People were that scared.” He felt pain thinking about he mass hysteria that must’ve occurred. The number of people who got hurt, the number of people who got swept up in the excitement. V probably would’ve been fine though-Jumin probably would’ve sent out a team to look for him if anything. “Ah-starving?” He paused, sending the other a confused look. He couldn’t remember anything about food being an issue…. // @mctalcladboot

Well that was a bit of a pride killer. For the most part, Mercury had played the part of a hero through the blackouts. Taking down criminals and protecting civilians. He only ever showed his true nature around those he trusted. But there was one thing he did for himself in those riots. Something to fan the flames; both metaphorical and literal.

“A food reserve was lit on fire. A lot of food went up in flames, and people were scrounging around for food. Starving.” To his credit, Mercury honestly sounded upset by that fact. If he didn’t play the part of a dirtbag so well, he’d be gunning for a gold star actor. // @blindedblve​

[mctalcladboot]

blcsscmcd‌:

“Can you please check again?”

Ugh. Blossom wanted to throw her head into a wall. It was Mercury at the security office today. Now, he was no Rowdy, but he still gave her bad vibes. She didn’t trust that smile in the slightest. It was odd considering he’d done nothing wrong to her per say.

Maybe a bit too silver tongued for her liking, or a little too eager to resort to those flying kicks he did- thought it was arguable Barter was too ready to throw a fist- but generally didn’t really do anything to her. Blossom just had the instinctual feeling not to trust him. 

Unfortunately, she didn’t hide it too well though she did try. Her bag had been dropped somewhere in the area and she’d been coming by to see if anyone had dropped it off at the lost and found. // @mctalcladboot

Mercury Black was, as far as he was concerned, a very good actor. All his time spent dealing with this bullshit job, he’d kept his cool and played the part he had to. But there was only so many bright smiles and charming words he could throw around before his patience started to wear thin.

Blossom was one haircut, a minivan, and a starbucks coffee away from ‘I want to speak to your manager’, and dealing with her was becoming more and more of a pain in the ass. She didn’t like him, that was obvious. Mercury hoped his discontent with her was much less obvious, though he’d love nothing more to tell her where she could shove her probably overpriced bag.

“Miss Utonium,” because maybe being a suck up for two seconds and pretending he respected her would make her shut the hell up for two seconds. “All I have in the lost and found is a couple kids’ toys, a phone, and a pack of gum. It’s not exactly packed at the moment. If it wasn’t handed in, and you can’t find it, someone’s probably already taken it.” // @blcsscmcd​

[jfc-jinx]

footloose || m&j

[mctalcladboot]

jfc-jinx‌:

What.

Jinx genuinely didn’t believe he would do it. She, truthfully, thought this would bait him and that she would be the winner of today’s ‘argument’ and get a good solid laugh out of this. Turns out she was going to be the one getting laughed at.

She felt his fingers touch her skin and it didn’t register to her what was happening until she felt the actual press of his lips on her cheek. Too slow, but too fast. He was already pulling away once reality was sinking in.

It didn’t stop the way she quietly sucked in a breath or the way her eyes widened as if cold water was being dumped on her. Nor the way she was physically aching in relief that he wasn’t touching her anymore or else he might’ve noticed how harshly her heart was pounding in her chest. Or the horrible, horrible way she liked it and hoped-

Jinx turned to face him, shocked beyond belief. “….Yeah, right.” Her tongue felt heavy in her mouth, mind reeling-what the fuck. How was she supposed to respond to that. “Guess you got me there.” // @mctalcladboot

Jinx was staring at him. He didn’t have to look up to know that much. He could feel her gaze linger making his skin prick with discomfort. Attentive. Why the hell was she staring like that? She’d been the one to start it. Had she really thought he wouldn’t do it? Crap, had he messed up? Would he have looked less conspicuous if he’d just brushed her off?

Mercury Black was always the embodiment of ‘cool, calm, and collected’. Nothing ever got under his skin. He never broke down or over thought. Right now though, his mind was reeling, and Mercury hated it.

So Mercury attempted to defuse it the best way he knew how; he acted the part of a smug asshole.

Popping another piece of pineapple into his mouth, Mercury glanced at the woman, lips curled in a convincing smug grin. “Come one, babe, I know I leave people speechless but this is going to be a boring night if all you do is stare.” // @jfc-jinx​

[jfc-jinx]

footloose || m&j

[mctalcladboot]

jfc-jinx‌:

“Not like you didn’t take a couple jewels with you either.” Sure they may have been for Emerald, but she doubted a cop taking goods without pay counted as legal. “But fine, we’ll call eachother even. There’s still a million pieces of pineapple,” Her finger began to rove around his food pointing all of them out obnoxiously, “You’ve got plenty to share.” She really didn’t care, she just wanted to mess with him a little. 

Jinx raised a brow, shooting him a look. Keeping her expression neutral, she rocked her a little from side to side contemplating over his words. “You know what? Sure,” Gripping the back of the couch, she leaned over it presenting her cheek to him. “Lay one on me, babe,” She watched him out of the corner of her eye, practically purring the nickname he nearly called everyone. // @mctalcladboot

“Don’t know what you’re talking about,” Mercury blew off, feigning ignorance. Swatting at her hand again, Mercury turned his body away, trying to desperately protect his precious food. “Nine hundred and ninety-nine thousand, nine hundred and ninety-eight pieces, because you keep swiping them.” Mercury huffed, squinting at the woman.

“What?” Jinx was leaning towards him, hovering and practically purring. A little too close. Tucking his legs further away from her, Mercury felt his chest squeeze in panic. A kiss on the cheek. Okay, yeah, he could do that. So long as she didn’t get too much closer. Grabbing her chin to hold her face still, Mercury tentatively pressed a kiss to her cheek. He didn’t pull away too fast, didn’t want to look like he was panicking, but he did turn away with a quick breath and return to his food. “There, don’t say I don’t do anything for ya.” // @jfc-jinx​

[mctalcladboot]

blindedblve‌:

“A few people stuck to metal…?” He repeated, his eyebrows raising behind his shades. V half hoped one of those wasn’t Luciel- who would do it of his own violation- or Yoosung- who would have been tricked by Luciel to do it. “Sounds sticky. I wasn’t here for the blackout, but I heard that was an awful time. Can’t say I would’ve fared well in the dark.” He let out a soft, self deprecating chuckle. “But I might’ve managed better than others.” // @mctalcladboot​

“People are idiots,” Mercury ‘explained’ simply. That was honestly enough to explain why people did the things they did. Because an unfortunate majority just weren’t smart enough not to. “Well considering the vast majority of reactions to stressful situations was to riot or to curl into a ball and cry, I’m sure you would have been fine. As long as you’re fine with starving for awhile.” // @blindedblve​

[jfc-jinx]

footloose || m&j

[mctalcladboot]

jfc-jinx‌:

“That’s a low standard and we both know it.” She let out a snort, an amused smile on her lips. In all fairness, it didn’t really take a lot to look like an asshole. Though, she found it more amusing considering Mercury was such a wolf in sheep’s clothing. “But considering you’re such an ‘upstanding officer who acts out in the name of the law’ I bet your version of being an asshole is jaywalking.”

Letting out a dramatic gasp, she reared back. “I’m the nicest person you will ever meet Mercury, how dare you,” She matched his own hurt look with one of her own, looking affronted. She dropped the act a second later, leaning against the back of the piece of furniture. “I think I’m giving you plenty of slack for someone who hasn’t even once said ‘thanks’ despite letting you stay here rent free.”

She wiped another piece of pineapple while she was giving her dramatic monologue, licking her fingers free of the juices. “But yeah, sure I’ll cut you even more slack.” Though this was probably the least she could do for him, considering how often he’s turned a blind eye to her activities. In all fairness though, he had his own fair share of fun when she invited him out. // @mctalcladboot

“I’m a low guy,” Mercury offered back, far from insulted. Hey, whatever worked. Snorting a laugh, Mercury glanced back at the woman with a raised brow. “Hey, jaywalkers are dicks. Just wait at the crossing like everyone else, prick.” Shrugging, he dug back into his food. “Or build yourself rocket boots to jump it. Whatever. Stop making me actually do my job, ya shits.”

“I’m sorry, babe, would you like me to give you a hanky as a token of appreciation? Maybe a kiss on the cheek for all your troubles?” Scowling at her snagging a piece of pineapple, Mercury made a move to try and stab at her hand. “Stop taking the good bits! Thank you! Now leave my fruit alone!” Snuggling it closer to his chest, he shot her a less than serious frown, lip jutted in a mock pout.

“Yeah, I totally owe you one. I mean, it’s not like I caught you in a jewellers with a knocked out guard and looked out for you. Nope. That never happened. I have one hundred percent never done a gosh darn thing to deserve a little hospitality.” Picking out another piece of pineapple, he hummed happily as he popped it in his mouth. // @jfc-jinx​

[cherrycheerss]

OPEN HOURS || OPEN STARTER

[mctalcladboot]

cherrycheerss‌:

The sweet melodies of the band playing in the jazz club allowed for the redhead to happily sway along to the rhythm without a care in the world.  That is all about what he wished could continue to be the case for the night. Though it wasn’t unusual for the air of the club to be tense as intense eyes searched for whatever answers they sought after, or perhaps purely for other purposes which Pax didn’t particularly want to get into. Despite the uneasiness he felt at times, he liked to enjoy what he did! While it had its cons, he had fun with it at least, and he felt content with it. His attention fell upon a familiar face, to which he offered his usual welcoming smile as a silent hello.  As his little performance came to an end, he decided to greet them. “Hey, hey. Are you enjoying your night?”

Mercury missed dancing. It was... one of the finer things in life he missed. Dancing. Running. Fighting. Walking without every fucking eye on the street on him. There was a level of envy in his eyes despite the friendly and content smile on his face. It was fun to watch, easy to get wrapped up in, but he’d much rather be dancing himself. Well.. life did like taking cheap shots.

Leaning back in his chair, cane set beside his seat and a false knee pressed against his table, Mercury raised his glass of apple juice in a toast as the dancer approached him. 

“Just getting started. It’s going well so far,” he offered with a wink, taking a sip of his juice. “At least the entertainment’s good.” // @cherrycheerss​