it takes a bit more

“He could build a city. Has a certain capacity. There’s a niche in his chest where a heart would fit perfectly and he thinks if he could just maneuver one into place – well then, game over.”

[srslyeloise]

surprises // eloise&roman

[srslyeloise]

Eloise lifted her hazel gaze to match his, the corners of her mouth curving up into a smile, despite the tears rolling down her cheeks. Everything seemed unbelievable in her mind— like it was all some dream that would come crashing down on her soon. She searched his eyes for some sign that it was all some kind of trick, but all she was met with was a genuine warmth. How much you mean to me. In that moment Eloise could have sworn those six words could melted her right then and there. “Thank you.” she mumbled, bringing up a hand to cup his cheek, her fingers brushing the soft skin. Her gaze dropped down to his lips and suddenly she couldn’t take it any more. Eloise brought both hands up to the side of his face, pulling him towards her and kissing him. 

[romanhyfr]

Roman's thumb lightly brushed along her cheek, wiping away the tears that continued to fall from her eyes. The feeling of her lips against his startled him at first, but it didn't take long for him to push his lips back against hers. It was then that her realized that this was all he had been longing for ever since she stepped inside his room. His arms were soon circling around her waist and tugging her body closer to his. Pulling away slightly, he kept his forehead close to hers as he let out a deep breath. Roman could feel his cheeks heating up, as they always did whenever he was flustered. He opened his mouth to speak, but nothing came out. Eventually, he gathered enough courage to try again and managed to get something out. "What was that for?" 

[srslyeloise]

surprises // eloise&roman

[srslyeloise]

"Made it?" Eloise asked, cocking an eyebrow in curiosity. A gift in itself was personal enough but the fact that he went out of her way and actually made her something was somehow an even better gesture. Eloise turned to him, ready to explain that she could never possibly hate something he gave her, but the words got caught in her throat when he uncovered the canvas. The painting immediately took her back to that day she’d spent with him, finding adventure in the veins of the city. Eloise took a step forward, reaching out a hand as if she was going to touch the canvas, her hand hovering right above it instead. Everything about it was intricate, planned perfectly so that the two figures in color made a statement. After what seemed like hours but was actually only a couple of minutes, Eloise turned to face Roman. Nobody had ever done anything like that for her before. After three years of dreading Christmas and feeling utterly alone, somebody cared enough to make her something beautiful. "It’s perfect." She whispered. And then she couldn’t help it— tears welled up and she desperately tried to wipe them away with the back of her hand, not wanting him to think she was upset. "Sorry I just— I think that’s the sweetest thing anybody’s ever done for me." 

[romanhyfr]

The silence that had settled upon the pair was practically torture for the boy, but all he could do was wait. He tried to keep his cool as he tried to read the girl's reactions, stepping back from the painting so she could give her space. At first, he couldn't tell if she liked it or not; her face was practically emotionless, but the shocked expression that eventually wound it's way onto her features gave it all away. And the muffled response that fell from her lips soon after sent a wave relief across his whole body. She liked it. And she wasn't faking it either. But what followed next, Roman had never expected to happen. Although she wiped them away quickly, he could see the tears that had welled up in her eyes. It was then that Roman stepped forward and placed his hands on her shoulders. "Don't apologize. Please." He paused, a small smile winding it's way onto his lips before he continued. "I just wanted to show you how much... how much you mean to me. And this was the best way I knew how to." He held her gaze with his, slowly dropping his hands back down to his sides. 

[romanhyfr]

(2) eloise, scarlett, bristol

marry: eloise

cuddle: scarlett

sleep with: bristol

[watevadex]

Yeah, but what makes you think I’d catergorize myself as something as boring as “normal”?

[romanhyfr]

I dunno, you look pretty normal to me.

[scarlettkings-blog]

I’m proud of myself. I’ve been waiting all year to make that joke.

[romanhyfr]

Did you think of it yourself?

[traviswalks]

The state itself is cool, because I lived there.

[romanhyfr]

That the only reason?

[the-write-ideas]

Send me three names + a number...

[romanhyfr]

fuck, marry, kill

marry, cuddle, sleep with

fuck, take a bullet for, murder

adopt, be adopted by, marry 

(TW!) be a slave to, be your slave, sell to a slave market

kill, betray, have on your zombie apocalypse team

seduce, steal from, serenade

[srslyeloise]

surprises // eloise&roman

[srslyeloise]

Eloise felt the heat rising to her cheeks after his compliment, hiding her blush with a smirk. “Mm, funny.” she responded, walking inside and taking in her surroundings. His condo was definitely a lot neater than hers, but then again, half of her mess had to do with her work. The other half was just her being lazy, but most of the time she’d never admit it. “Of course, I wouldn’t lie about bringing cookies.” Eloise said with a grin, raising the box before holding his gaze. “I’m ready, yup.” she answered with a nod, grinning in anticipation. 

[romanhyfr]

"Okay, so I kind of lied about the details of the present in the first place. I didn't buy it, I made it." Romain explained as he made his way towards the easel covered by a sheet in the middle of the room. "And I know, it's probably really lame and it's totally okay if you hate it, but that night we went out on that huge adventure really inspired me. So, I made this. For you." The boy hesitated before pulling the sheet off the easel. Sitting on the easel was a painting. The backs of two figures, a boy and girl, with their hands barely touching were standing in the middle of a Subway terminal. Their heads were turned so they were gazing at each other, smiles gracing both of their features. All the other details of the Subway station - the ticket machines, the buskers, the commuters - were all in black and white, except for the pair, they were the only things in color. Roman knew well enough to give an artist space when they were looking at a painting, so he stepped back, allowing all the time she needed. 

[traviswalks]

A state? Did they not teach you the fifty states god even I knew those.

[romanhyfr]

No, I meant what's cool? The fact that I just called your home state the middle of nowhere or that the state itself is cool? I know what Kentucky is.

[bridget-campbell-blog]

Well if you need a plant to get a kiss I have a feeling it’s not going to work out.

[romanhyfr]

I surely don't, but maybe some people do. You should just let everyone have their fun, it all has to do with Christmas spirit and that kind of stuff, y'know.

[watevadex]

Wow, you sure do know how to give some sound advice.

[romanhyfr]

I think it's what any normal person would do.

[traviswalks]

Nah it’s cool.

[romanhyfr]

What is, Kentucky?

[srslyeloise]

surprises // eloise&roman

Eloise slipped her sweater over the thin camisole she’d been wearing all day before sliding into her boots. She risked a quick glance in the mirror to make sure she looked presentable enough, frowning when she noticed how messy her hair was, but deciding doing anything to it would take to long. Before Roman had texted her she’d been cooped up in her condo watching Christmas movies all day, only taking a break to try out some new Christmas cookie recipes she’d found on Pintrest. Making her way over to the kitchen Eloise grabbed a plastic container from her cabinet and filled it up with the remaining cookies, closing the lid when she finished. The girl then left her condo, locking the door behind her before walking to Roman’s. She reached a hand out and knocked, making sure she didn’t drop the cookies. “Open up, it’s the police.” 

[romanhyfr]

After adding the finishing touches to Eloise's present, Roman finally got a chance to clean up his condo. Even though he was a very tidy person naturally, he had been particularly untidy over the past few days. The boy managed to discard the plastic water bottles he had hoarded and rid the rest of his space of wrappers just in time for Eloise's arrival. Seconds after he threw away the last piece of wrapper, he heard a knock on the door. Straightening out his ruffled t-shirt, he leaned forward to speak through the door. "Oh man, I guess I'm going to have to hide all the drugs I have in here." He swung open the door, cracking a smile at the girl. "Wow, a cute police officer? This is a first." He joked, leaning against the door frame. "I'm just kidding, come in, come in." He ushered the girl inside, closing the door shut behind her. "And you really did bring the cookies, wonderful." He grinned, eyeing the box in her hand before locking his gaze onto hers. "So... ready to see your present?" 

[romanhyfr]

text // eloise

eloise: you rlly do im jealous

eloise: okie

eloise: i dont have pie im bringing cookies instead

eloise: kfwkfkef i might suffocate u with affection be prepared

roman: wow ur so kind tysm

roman: cookies are even better

roman: ... i think i would be ok w/ that

roman: i'll see u soon :-))

[watevadex]

Never thought I’d actually be happy to be back in this shitty weather. But then again anythings better than having to sit through 12 hour flight of Dolphin Tale and Dolphin Tale Two. Jesus Christ, I need a fucking drink.

[romanhyfr]

Sucks, man. But I would have just put my headphones in if I were you.

[scarlettkings-blog]

If you aren’t excited for the holidays you’re Feliz Navidead to me.

[romanhyfr]

I see what you did there.

[bridget-campbell-blog]

I don’t know what the Windsors are paying these decorators but there is way too much mistletoe around here. I swear I’m allergic to it, or something.

[romanhyfr]

t's not that bad. That is, because it gives you the opportunity to kiss someone you've been wanting to if you catch them at the right time.