black lacquered lips twist into the shape of a frown as stubborn words graze her ears, causing a flare of annoyance that soon passes. attitude with the tribal chief would only cause it to be impossible for her to sit with ease for quite a while.
inhale. exhale. count to ten — the frown is replaced with the smallest hint of a smile as the last number is counted internally. " do you always have to be so mean to me ? " bottom lip pouts as gaze comes up in an attempt to find his own. knows very well she's rattling the cage of the big dog, and she better be careful lest he bite.
" i thought you tolerated my company. "
fingers continue their march across the screen, a message half-written, though the airs are easy to read. as easy as those he wears, now. the ones roman has fashioned especially for her. because rhea's penchant for pressing buttons is strong. she grins like a cheshire and the glint in her eyes is nothing less than profound. why, he knows, it's easier —— better —— to ignore how she tries so fervently to lure him in.
" i do, " comes simply. it won't give way to doubt or misunderstanding. a thumb hits send and the light goes out, the lift of dark eyes steady. " i am. " knees part further as he slouches, his phone tossed to the table at his left while roman appraises the ploy rhea's cast. how she feigns innocent, defenseless, even. " now.. you get over here 'fore i show you what mean is. " / @rhearip