Besotted Fools
Also posted on A03
"Happy birthday, Nicaise," Nikandros said in a gentle breath at the nape of his neck, also watching the besotted fools across the hall.
"They think they're so subtle, making cow eyes throughout the entire meal. I felt like I was going to be sick," Nicaise griped.
I'm sure you did NOTHING to discourage it, you helpless romantic.
You take that back!! I am no such thing!
With a smirk and a scoff Nikandros produced a small delicate confectionery that he must have requested personally from the cook.
Nicaise made a soft face before he schooled his features and narrowed his eyes. As he opened his mouth to retort, he was beckoned by a fellow councillor towards his King and the Exalted.
"I will see you in our quarters, Kyros. "
"Yes councilman. Besides, I must still arrange your private gift."
With a backwards glance and wink the older man was gone.
