closed starter for loml @lovcrsrock
he'd slipped away the moment it had become clear he wasn't needed in the conversation, lingering momentarily in awe at silas' ability to switch on a country club charisma he's never been able to master ( nor wanted to ). yet the fear of questions being turned his own way was enough to justify a quick escape to the hotel bar. or perhaps not that quick — he had assumed silas would come to get him when the coast was finally clear, instead focusing his attention on killing time asking about each cocktail until the bartender was inviting him behind the counter to try making them himself. it's the reason for the proud look painting his features as he makes his way back to their beachfront table, grateful to see silas finally sat alone as he places the drink down in front of his boyfriend. “ i bring gifts. ” he announces cheerily. “ — though you should be warned, they're very strong and to get it right i've had three of them. ”
















