Nobody's Damsel in Distress(Elayne)

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)]Jade was kind of disappointed, noticing he didn't look at her; everyone did, and hey that's why she dressed like that. But he was a knight; maybe it was a chivalry thing. Yeah, it had to be. Jade blinked, disappointed when he backed away, but then...Well, the woman did something she couldn't remember ever doing. Jade Summers squealed, especially when he put his jacket on her and his arm back around her. She coughed, realizing what she'd done, but pulled the jacket around her, snuggling close into his chest. Oh ARCEUS... Looking up at him, she smiled. "That sounds good, better than playing in the rain, heh..." She stayed like she was, her wet hair sticking to the sides of her face. She smiled wider when it hit her. HE WAS TAKING HER TO DINNER! [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]Miguel was surprised to say the least when Jade squealed but decided to not make mention of it and instead opened up a Pokeball, releasing Porthos the shiny Rapidash out underneath the overhang. Upon being released, the Rapidash bowed to Jade and Miguel and looked at his trainer to see why he had been summoned. "Jade, this is Porthos. Porthos, gentle Heat Wave if you please."Miguel said in a gentle voice. Porthos nodded and unleashed a gentle Heat Wave at Miguel and Jade, almost instantly drying their clothes and warming them up. Nodding his thanks to the Rapidash, Miguel put his shirt back on and put Jade's jacket around her shoulders before returning the Rapidash to his pokeball. Taking a step back from Jade, he opened the door and gestured for her to enter the building."After you m'lady."[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)]Jade nodded at the Rapidash, giving Miguel a sort of questioning glance. Then, he used Heat Wave and warmed them up, and dried them off. However, this also meant Miguel put his shirt back on. Darn. Oh well; that image would never leave her mind. Slipping her arms through her jacket, she stepped inside, waiting for him once she got there. [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]Closing the door behind them, Miguel got the attention of a nearby waiter and said his name. The waiter nodded and immediately showed them to their seats before handing them both menus and explaining the drinks available. Nodding to the waiter, Miguel asked for a few moments to which the waiter nodded and left."Well, did anything on the wine list sound good to you or would you like to forgo it? I assure you, money is not an issue."he asked in a sincere voice before waiting to see what Jade would say.[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)]Jade's eyes briefly left Miguel to scan the restaurant. ....Whoa this was one of those fancy-smancy ones. Not that Jade was any stranger to them, she just didn't believe in often spending her well-earned money. Even if she did have more than enough. Sitting next to him, it honestly didn't surprise her when he said money was no option. Wine...Jade held back a snort; the blond woman preferred stronger stuff, and to her wine was about like drinking juice. But she by no means wanted to get drunk, especially around him. So she asked for something that wasn't too cheap, nor that expensive. "My, you sure know how to show a girl a good time, hm?" she teased lightly, having as much fun with him as she could. Honestly it'd been a long time since she actually went on a date--if one would call this that. And she really was enjoying herself. [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]Miguel laughed lightly at Jade's comment and smiled,"Of course. It was the least I could do since the gardens were out of the question for the time being,"he replied in a kind voice as the waiter brought the wine and poured it for them. Taking a sip of the wine, Miguel nodded at the waiter who then went on his way once again,"You certainly have excellent taste m'lady. Do you know what you would like to eat? Surely you must be hungry after being frightened by that thug before,"he asked kindly with a teasing glint in his eye.[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)]Jade smiled softly, looking him in those beautiful eyes of his. "You're too sweet~" she purred, taking a sip of the wine, which was good, but usually not her thing. Her eyes scanned the menu, thinking deeply. "I don't know, what do you recommend?" At the word frightened, her entire face seemed to twitch. "I" She cleared her throat, trying not to sound aggravated, though she was. "I wasn't frightened. I could handle him; I deal with thugs like that all the time. But yes, it did make me hungry." [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]"Of course, forgive me I meant no offense m'lady,"he replied, bowing his head before looking back up at Jade again with a rather serious expression on his face,"You should be more careful though m'lady, I would hate to see you hurt while chasing those rogues." Reaching across the table, Miguel placed one hand over Jade's hand and looked into her eyes,"You are far too special to be putting yourself at risk in such a way. Promise me that you won't get into situations like that. If you were to be harmed ... ."[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)]Jade was about to respond, to tell him that she did carry a gun and on top of that knew how to use it. But before she could, she felt his hand on hers, and found herself staring into his eyes as he spoke. Her heart skipped a few beats, and all words escaped her. Finally finding her composure again, she smiled softly. "I..." she choked, mentally face-palming for stuttering like a schoolgirl. "You're too sweet," she finally managed, though all she did was repeat what she had said several times already. Then, she leaned up, planting a quick kiss on his cheek. [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]Miguel smiled when Jade told him that he was too sweet (for probably the 5th time that day) and would have laughed had she not kissed him on his cheek, thus making him speechless. After his initial surprise he withdrew his hand and recovered enough to speak. "...As are you m'lady,"Miguel replied before returning his attention to the menu,"What type of food do you enjoy?"[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)]Jade was as giddy as she'd ever been. Her mind had wondered, suddenly thinking about the kiss she'd just planted on Miguel's cheek, and how he reacted. It also crossed her mind how he'd react if she kissed him on the mouth. She was snapped out of her train of thought by his question, however. "Hm? Oh, uh...the steak sounds good, I guess. I don't care I 'm just hungry." She laughed lightly. [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]Miguel laughed slightly at Jade's answer and looked at the menu again,"Well, the prime rib certainly looks good, and I know the steak here is excellent so that shouldn't be a problem,"he replied just as the waiter came back. Placing their order, Miguel looked back at Jade,"So, how did you get into this dangerous business of yours m'lady?"[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)] Jade's expression turned darker at his question. "I was mugged when I was younger. Took everything I had. Luckily that's all they took, if ya know what I mean. After that I decided never again, and took up my...peace keeping...while bartending for steady income. I don't go after criminals because I'm crazy, or for the money. I do it because I don't want anyone suffering what I did." [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]Miguel's eyes flashed dangerously when he heard what had happened to Jade in the past, but he didn't say anything regarding the matter and continued to listen as she spoke. "I'm sorry to hear that you had to go through that m'lady ... I understand why you go after those rogues. My feelings are the same, but I chose to protect those in need instead of seeking revenge against those who harmed me,"Miguel replied in a quiet, serious voice,"My own mother was beaten to death ... I swore that day that I would never let something like that happen again if I could prevent it." The food arrived shortly after Miguel finished speaking, nodding to the waiter, Miguel thanked him and looked at Jade to see what she thought about what he'd just revealed.[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)] Jade nodded darkly. "Yeah. I've been hoping to run across the dirty punks that mugged me so I can give 'em what's rightfully theirs." Her expression darkened once more when Miguel told his own story. "I see...that's horrible..." Her voice trailed off, and she looked away, trying to think of some way to lighten the mood. [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]When Jade looked away, Miguel smiled mischievously and laughed softly,"You know, if you don't want the steak I'll be more than happy to take it off your hands,"he said while reaching towards the steak with his fork. Of course he wasn't about to steal her meal but it was one way to get her to lighten up again at least.[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)]Jade's face quickly turned back into a smile, and she playfully smacked Miguel's hand with her own fork. Flashing him a flirty grin, she began to cut and eat her meal. A twinkle in her eyes, she took a sip of her wine, now unable to take her eyes off of him. The image of him shirtless once again played through her mind. "This is really good," she finally commented, smiling at him. [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]Miguel laughed softly when Jade slapped his hand away and pretended to pout,"Why, m'lady, not even a little bite?"he asked before laughing a little more and taking a bite of his own food. "Indeed, this is very delicious. I am glad you enjoy yours as well."[/scrolly]

[KARP KARP!]

[atrb=style,background-image:url(http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv181/SojiRem/jadesummersposttable1.png);][atrb=width, 497][atrb=height,297][atrb=style,border:0 midnightblue none,b,Table][scrolly:h(226),w(276),sy,as(padding:4px 0px 5px;margin-top:59px;margin-left:25px;)]"Oh, I'll give you a bite" Jade teased softly, playfully snapping her teeth at him before taking a bite out of her steak, then sipping her wine a little. "I'm enjoying it, thanks~ I don't usually eat out much; especially not with someone so handsome," she replied, now laying on the charm a little thick. She continued to eat her meal, those deep blue eyes never leaving him. [/scrolly]

[Maid Melody]

[atrb=background,http://i360.photobucket.com/albums/oo48/elronia/miguelposttable.png,bTable][atrb=style,border:0 tan none,b,Table][atrb=width, 421][atrb=height, 300][scrolly:h(240),w(218),sy,as(padding:4px;margin-right:105px;margin-left:15px;margin-top:20px;)]Miguel chuckled softly when Jade teased back and ate some of his own meal, enjoying it immensely. "Indeed, this is quite delicious. In truth I don't eat out very often either, my work requires that I travel quite often,"he replied before laughing softly at Jade's comment,"I would hardly call myself handsome, I've been travelling for quite a few days m'lady."[/scrolly]