[And he even pulled out his phone to show her the pictures he'd snapped of her in her uniform.]
You look adorable. How could I pass that up? But you also looked busy and... well. It was during... before... You needed time, and I was giving it to you.
[But she was waving the phone away now and Lucifer was confused.]
I was hardly paparazzi in your bedroom, Detective. You were out in public. I wasn't hiding behind any shrubs. You just... didn't notice me at that moment and I took advantage. I was making sure you were well.
[And here he was, thinking he'd put his foot in it again.]
[Guess who looked entirely too pleased with themselves? This guy.
And that look didn't go away as the car pulled up to the curb in front of a rather swanky looking hotel. The door was opened and Lucifer moved to get out, shooing away the valet standing there and holding his hand out for Chloe to come with him.]
[She bit her lip as he shooed the poor man away, feeling it twitch up in amusement. She may have said he wasn't cute, but he was doing this with so much obvious enjoyment and excitement that she found it rubbing off on her.
Alright. So he's a little adorable. Sue her.
She took his hand, using him as a guide as she scooted out of the car.]
Did you strike some deal to get us booked here too?
[She nudged him back, an easy brush of her shoulder against his as her fingers tightened around him. Once inside, she took note of the elegant decor, the dimmed lighting, the quiet murmur of voices as people went about their evening, some of them couples smiling and drinking wine as they enjoyed themselves.
She knew Maze liked to tease her about not getting laid in awhile, but it'd been... a long time since she's had much of anything after her separation with Dan. It's nice, just being here with him. As one of the waiters directed them to their table, she glanced over at his face, a warm kind of fondness resting in her breast at the sound of his laughter.]
I haven't been to a place like this in a long time.
[And no, she didn't count their failed date back in LA.]
You should go anywhere you please. No reason for it to have to be a date, if you just want to enjoy the ambiance. I never did understand why there were all these rules to follow when you could just... do as you please because you wanted to.
[Still, it was nice to see that look on her face, and that it was directed at him because he was making her happy. They were led to their table and he drew out her seat for her, pressing a kiss to the top of her head when she was seated before he went to his own.]
Ah, but it's hard to just find the time or justification for it when you've got a kid waiting for you at home. Besides, while I technically could just come to places like this on my own, it's not quite the same without company.
[Him and his easy way of living. It caused her such exasperation at times and gentle admiration during others. Nevertheless, she did have responsibilities, but she didn't have to think about those right now. Not tonight. Almost regretfully, she let his hand slide away from hers as he went to take his seat, covertly brushing it along her skirt.]
[Someone looking on might've found them either ridiculous or adorable, depending on their perspective, if they were watching them peeking at each other over their menus.
She smiled at him, having a difficult time focusing on the selections. He's complimented her for the what? Fourth, fifth time?]
I already am. You look smooth and great as usual. Is that a new suit, by the way?
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[Super creep factor, Lucifer. Don't do that.]
Why didn't you come over and bug me like you usually do?
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[And he even pulled out his phone to show her the pictures he'd snapped of her in her uniform.]
You look adorable. How could I pass that up? But you also looked busy and... well. It was during... before... You needed time, and I was giving it to you.
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[She waved at him to take the phone away, not needing to see any more of the evidence.]
Lucifer, for future reference? Taking creep shots isn't exactly an attractive quality. Just saying.
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[But she was waving the phone away now and Lucifer was confused.]
I was hardly paparazzi in your bedroom, Detective. You were out in public. I wasn't hiding behind any shrubs. You just... didn't notice me at that moment and I took advantage. I was making sure you were well.
[And here he was, thinking he'd put his foot in it again.]
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[She grimaced at the 'backside' comment, having half a mind to reach over and try to take that phone from him after all.]
Casually making sure I was well is all well and good. The picture-taking without me knowing? Not okay. Please don't do that again.
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I wanted something to remember you by. In case you... Well. In case it went the other way. And I never did get to see you in your uniform back home.
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Well, clearly you don't need them for that. If you'd really like pictures, I'd let you take some, you know. While I'm looking. Maybe even together.
[Incredible concept. Bring your selfie stick, Lucifer.]
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[Well. Well. That was a better idea than sneaking them.]
What about fresh from the shower? I liked that look.
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[Better to put a hard boundary on that now.]
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You're not cute. Stop it.
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[He smiled then, bright and quick as he reached for her hand. Just to hold it. Just because he could.]
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I suppose I like you well enough.
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And that look didn't go away as the car pulled up to the curb in front of a rather swanky looking hotel. The door was opened and Lucifer moved to get out, shooing away the valet standing there and holding his hand out for Chloe to come with him.]
My dear.
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Alright. So he's a little adorable. Sue her.
She took his hand, using him as a guide as she scooted out of the car.]
Did you strike some deal to get us booked here too?
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[He drew her to her feet, kissing her hand before lowering it to keep it in his, leading her up towards the hotel proper.]
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[Said breezily as she followed after him, doing her best to keep a straight face.]
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Minx. I almost have a feeling you'd prefer that.
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[She nudged him back, an easy brush of her shoulder against his as her fingers tightened around him. Once inside, she took note of the elegant decor, the dimmed lighting, the quiet murmur of voices as people went about their evening, some of them couples smiling and drinking wine as they enjoyed themselves.
She knew Maze liked to tease her about not getting laid in awhile, but it'd been... a long time since she's had much of anything after her separation with Dan. It's nice, just being here with him. As one of the waiters directed them to their table, she glanced over at his face, a warm kind of fondness resting in her breast at the sound of his laughter.]
I haven't been to a place like this in a long time.
[And no, she didn't count their failed date back in LA.]
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[Still, it was nice to see that look on her face, and that it was directed at him because he was making her happy. They were led to their table and he drew out her seat for her, pressing a kiss to the top of her head when she was seated before he went to his own.]
Wine? Or would you prefer champagne?
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[Him and his easy way of living. It caused her such exasperation at times and gentle admiration during others. Nevertheless, she did have responsibilities, but she didn't have to think about those right now. Not tonight. Almost regretfully, she let his hand slide away from hers as he went to take his seat, covertly brushing it along her skirt.]
Mm. Wine would be nice.
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Something like a blush? That should go well with whatever you like on the menu.
[He picked up his own menu, taking a look before peeking at her over the top of it.]
You do look utterly ravishing tonight, Chloe. I truly hope you enjoy yourself.
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She smiled at him, having a difficult time focusing on the selections. He's complimented her for the what? Fourth, fifth time?]
I already am. You look smooth and great as usual. Is that a new suit, by the way?
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