Paying Up
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				Title: <strong>Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 05:57:51</strong>
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				Prince Julian Ashmore stood on the outskirts of the ballroom watching all the dancing couples, both same sex and mixed sex, and trying to stay away from it all. Julian did not like to dance but as the Prince he was forced to go to the balls. His eyes went around the room before settling on his father who was well on his way to getting drunk, a common and embarrassing occurrence. He just hoped the servants would usher him away to the game room soon so he would only make a nuance of himself around a small amount of people. He also hoped that his father would not lose too much money that night, for the royal funds were becoming low and the advisers had began to worry. He started to walk around the room trying to make it to the exit out to the gardens before anyone saw him, he just wanted to hide away from all the commotion.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 06:08:53</strong>
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				"Need some assistance, Julian?" a smooth voice asked from directly behind before a tall figure stepped into place behind the pretty prince. Lord Tobias Blackbriar smiled down at the young man, using his navy blue-cloaked body to prevent the other nobles from seeing Julian as he made his way toward the exit. It was helpful, though there was no doubt he had ulterior motives, other than just helping the boy escape from the crowd. It was no secret that he had been after Julian for a while, and the fact that he could refer to him by first name showed how much the King owed this man. A debt he had been gracious enough not to collect on up until this point, which allowed him every opportunity to approach the Prince. For being so young and being from such a secretive, cloistered family of nobles, Tobias sure knew how to play people.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 06:26:08</strong>
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				Julian jumped when he heard Tobias's voice and turned towards the older noble. "I do not need your help." he told him softly trying to remain polite even though he want ed to yell. "And it is Price Julian." He stopped in place not really looking forward to be alone with the vampire even for a few moments, at least inside there were plenty of people who would come to his aid if needed. "Should you be here? You should be in the gaming hall my father should going be there in a moment."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 06:34:03</strong>
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				Tobias could only smirk at the young man's defiance toward him, as if royal status had any sort of power over the vampire anymore. He had spent the last several months leading the King into working up debt after debt to him, and now had that drunkard wrapped around his finger, though it was tonight where his plan really came together. "You would rather have me go and win another fortune from your father than see us alone together? Very well. But you may just being sealing your own fate." With a deep chuckle, the tall man turned and walked off without a sound, crossing between the dancing couples without bumping any of them as he went to the gaming hall. He was extremely patient, but he would be collecting his prize before long.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 06:45:59</strong>
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				Julian wanted to ask the Lord just what he meant by his comment but he left too quickly. He huffed before heading out to the gardens to be alone with his thoughts. He wished the ball could be over quickly but knew it would not happen, the nobles loved to party. Soon he was forced to go inside by a servant, for it was improper for Julian to be unsupervised. He was soon on the dance floor with a male who had not wanted to take no for an answer.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 06:58:43</strong>
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				It was hardly an hour before Tobias left the gaming hall, leaving inside a fairly shocked king who looked as if he had just made the worst mistake of his life. The lord had no sympathy for the man, though. With eyes such as his, he immediately found his sweet little prince among the crowd of dancers and made his way over, where he put a firm, threatening hand on the shoulder of Julian's dancing partner. " I don't think the boy is enjoying himself with you. Maybe you should go find easier prey, hm?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 07:05:53</strong>
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				The male looked to Tobias frightened then pulled away from the prince. He bowed quickly before speaking, "You may have him, thank you for the dance your highness." He quickly left the two to find a more willing partner.<br><br>Julian looked to Tobias a bit angry, "I can take care of myself you did not need to do that..." He headed away to the edge of the dance floor not wanting to be in the way or dance with Tobias. He wondered why the male was back so soon but did not ask.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 07:14:40</strong>
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				"If you were able to take care of yourself, why would you be dancing with him when you didn't want to?" Tobias pointed out, easily keeping pace alongside Julian, even as he hurried off of the floor. "Though maybe you were more willing than you let on. After all, why would a prince your age, who is clearly into males, be constantly refusing suitors like this? You could help your father's debts if you married off to some richer prince."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 07:22:39</strong>
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				Julian turned to him anger flashing in his eyes at his words. "I do not want to be property," he informed him. "I want to be in love like my parents were before my mother passed away. I do not want to be a chess piece for some older noble to use to get a higher status." His parents had had a fairy tale type love, and everyone knew it. It was love at first sight even and though his mother was a servant and his father a Prince no one could stop them from getting married. They had a loving and happy life till shortly after Jullian was born she had an accident at the lake and drowned. The king believed it was his fault because he had not been with her and the guilt had driven him to drinking.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 07:29:40</strong>
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				Tobias paused briefly in surprise at the lovely prince's outburst, but then just chuckled as he stepped closer, so close that his shadow fell over Julian. "I'm afraid that's not how it works in the real world, Julian. Here, boys and girls are married off, and if they're very, very lucky, they may learn to love the one they belong to." He smiled darkly, taking Julian's chin between his thumb and finger and pulling his face close, his grip not allowing him to escape. "And for you, as of five minutes ago, the one you belong to is me."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 07:38:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian refused to back away from the older lord as he stepped forward, he did not want to give him any reasons think he might be scared of him even if it was improper to be so close. He froze when he heard the he was Tobias's now and tried to pull away from him, his mind whirling. "What do you mean by that?" He demanded his voice rising and people were starting to stare. "I do not belong to you."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 07:43:10</strong>
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				Tobias let Julian pull away, but for every step the young prince took backward, he mirrored with a forward step of his own, as if he could predict each movement. "Perhaps you're better off asking your father," the noble told him, taking Julian's hand firmly and kissing the back of it. "Go speak to him. I will leave to start making preparations. Until tomorrow, my bride," he whispered too low for the others to hear, kissing his hand again before turning and disappearing out the door.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 07:56:08</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian stood there for a few moments stunned then slowly started to walk out of the ballroom. Once he was out of the ball room he took off at a jog to the gaming hall. He was stopped before entering for it was improper for him to go in, this did not sit well with him so after arguing he forced his way inside. He made a beeline for his father then found out what happened. He was pissed when he found out calling him a drunk bastard and telling him mom was disappointed in him he went to his room fuming.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 08:02:29</strong>
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				Unfortunately, even in his room, Julian wouldn't find any solitude and chance to clear his head. As soon as he closed his bedroom door, a voice came from the wall beside it. "You're lucky to leave this place before he ends up selling it off." Tobias stood inside the prince's room, having somehow snuck past the guards and gotten in through the window, for whatever reason. It wasn't uncommon for his kind to make unexpected appearances.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 08:20:52</strong>
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				Julian jumped at the sound of his voice then glared when he saw him. "Get out," he ordered. "Before I call the guards." Tobias was one of the last few people that he wanted to see right next to his father.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 08:31:34</strong>
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				Tobias simply smiled at the threat and started to walk away from Julian, along the side of his bed. "What would your life be if I left you here? Watching your father drink and gamble his empire away? Or being married off to some rich noble who only wants status? I have no interest in money or status. I only want you for you." He set a small box on Julian's bedside table, then walked back to the window. "You deserve better than to remain here." With that, the vampire stepped out of the window, disappearing into darkness.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 08:43:44</strong>
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				Julian was torn between seeing how Tobias disappeared and going to see what was in the box. He ran to the window first and frowned when he did not see anyone, he wondered how Tobias got out. He moved to the box next wanting to see what it was.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 15:38:17</strong>
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				What was in the box was probably to be expected, but must have still been a shock to the prince: an engagement ring, a hand of gold with a large diamond on top, and more of them laced into the gold. If nothing else, Tobias was taking the proper steps now that he owned Julian.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 18:29:30</strong>
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				Julian sat on the bed in shock as he looked to the ring and debated even wearing it. He knew Tobias was right that if he stayed in this place his father would eventually lose the estate or even to get money marry Julian off like he was doing now. He was shocked that Tobias seemed to want him just for who he was but believed he must be lying that there had to be something else there.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 19:29:02</strong>
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				Tobias arrived early the next morning with a few carriages to collect Julian, sending his servants up to brig the prince down. They were under orders to pack up absolutely anything Julian wanted to bring with him as well, including the ring if he decided not to wear it right away.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 19:46:47</strong>
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				Julian refused to pack, refused to even let Tobias's servants into his room. He did not want to go with Tobias, and hated to be forced to do this. He knew Tobias would be angry when the servants came back empty handed and explaining the situation.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 20:03:31</strong>
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				Tobias was disappointed, but not surprised to see that Julian was resisting. Stepping out of the carriage, he ignored the front door and went into the prince's room through the window again, not making a sound until he spoke. "You know, your stubbornness is one of the things that drew me to you," the lord told him with a smirk as he stood in his room.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 20:14:05</strong>
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				Julian had known the other male would appear in his room so this time he did not jump just tensed up. He looked to him angry then huffed out a breath, "I am not something you can just win at a card table...I am a person and I am not going with you." The ring was still where the vampire had left it, Julian had looked at it, even tried it on but it soon was put back in the same spot.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 20:20:51</strong>
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				Tobias seemed calm as he picked the ring box back up, then stepped forward and stared Julian in his angry yet beautiful eyes. "Your father was easy to gamble against; this time, I'll wager against you. You'll agree to come with me for a month. If, by the end of it, you decide you want to wear this ring, you will be mine forever. If you decide you don't, I'll give you enough money to start a life anywhere you wish and set you free. Double or nothing, as they say."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 20:40:41</strong>
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				Julian looked to him in shock not knowing what to say to him. He had to admit the wager was perfect, he could go free, he did not believe that he would fall for The Lord and feared Tobias would back out of the deal, but he would try. He knew he had no choice that he would have to go because in everyone else's eyes he was Tobias's property. "Ok..." He breathed. "One month."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 20:47:24</strong>
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				Tobias smiled widely as Julian accepted the deal, slipping in beside the prince and sliding the ring box into his pocket for him. His hand lingered a bit, brushing against the prince's thigh through the inner pocket before he withdrew it. "I'd ask you to kiss on the deal, but I'm guessing you just want to pack up now," he teased.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 20:59:25</strong>
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				Julian flushed when he felt Tobias's hand brushing his thigh, it was intimate and improper but he said nothing. He nodded to his words then took a step away from him, "Yes...I would like sometime alone to pack..."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 21:03:44</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded to confirm he was allowing Julian some time to himself, but he still moved back in and kissed the younger boy on the cheek before giving him his space. "Take as long as you like. I'll be waiting in the carriage when you're done," he told him, disappearing out the window in the blink of an eye.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 21:24:23</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian could not help himself as he went to the window trying to figure out how Tobias got out, but of course could not figure it out. He quickly packed his clothes in a large suitcase then a small one for his personal stuff. He made sure to pack his sketchbook and drawing instruments as well as a picture of his mother.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 21:31:08</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				However long Julian took, Tobias didn't seem impatient with him by the time he arrived to the carriage. The tall man seemed to be reading some sort of novel with no name on the cover, though one had to wonder how he could see when there was hardly any sunlight entering the cabin at all. "How long has it been since you last left this castle, Julian?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 21:35:47</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian blinked as he entered the cabin truly wondering how Tobias could function in the darkness. "Since before my mother passed...but I do not remember it." He sat then looked around the best he could, "Could we open a window? It's really dark..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 21:38:58</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias lifted his head to look at the boy, sighing before moving to sit on the opposite side of the carriage. "Go ahead. I'm not a fan of the sun myself," he told him. At least that explained how his complexion was so light, even if it was rather beautiful at the same time. "So you've not traveled, then?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 21:42:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head as he opened the window curtain slightly, glad he could now see. "No not that I can remember," he told him softly. "My father has been over protective since my mother passed."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 21:45:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				"I don't blame him. It's very difficult to lose the most important person to you in the world," Tobias agreed, lowering his eyes back to his book. "So how have you passed the time in there? You don't seem very social."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-07-2013, 22:21:36</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him then sighed, "I took lessons in everything I could. Piano, guitar, art everything...so I was not bored..." He looked out the window, "I liked art best so I took more in that..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 02:04:44</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled as Julian opened up to him a bit, even if the prince didn't realize it. "You'll be glad to hear we have a studio at our estate, then. My sister is a painter," he told him. This would be the first time Julian heard anything about the Blackbriar family besides Tobias.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 02:25:03</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him excited soon unable to hide his smile, "A studio?" He asked softly. "I would love to use it." He bit his lip at the sister comment, "You have a sister?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 04:40:04</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded, giving his new property an amused smile. "I have a few siblings, actually. The Blackbriar family is actually quite large, though most of us are never seen in public."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 04:54:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian bit his lip and watched him curious trying to figure him out. "Why are you not seen in public?" He asked softly.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 05:01:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias' smile widened at the question. At least Julian was talking now, instead of angrily ignoring him. "Are you sure you want to know? You may not like the answer."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 05:06:19</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian watched him worried that it was something dangerous but he wanted to know. "Ye...I want to know what kind of people I will be living with."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 05:10:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Setting his book down, Tobias leaned forward to give Julian a better look at his face in the darkened cabin. "To put it very simply...we're not human."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 05:13:07</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked into his eyes confused and curious before shaking his head. "That...that is not possible..."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 05:15:14</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled softly and patted Julian on the knee. "I'm afraid it's entirely possible. We're not human, we're vampires."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 05:31:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian laughed at him unable to help it and believing it was a joke. "That is a good one, what is the truth?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 05:36:00</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias only smirked at that, not responding. After a few seconds, when Julian blinked, as soon as he opened his eyes, Tobias was completely gone from his seat. "When have I ever lied to you?" Tobias whispered, right next to him now, sharp fangs having replaced two of his upper teeth.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 05:58:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian jumped when Tobias was suddenly beside him, fangs showing. He backed away from him quickly and hit the carriage wall just staring at him in shock. "Your a monster....stay away from me! I want to go back home!"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 06:00:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias retracted his fangs and moved opposite of Julian again, folding his arms over his chest as he looked at him. "Now that's not very polite. What right do you have to call me a monster?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 06:04:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian glared at him angry and frightened, "I have heard of your kind...you drink blood....kill people..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 06:07:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled, luckily not offended by Julian's accusations. "Many, many humans have been known to slay each other. Would you claim that every human alive is a murderer, then?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 14:35:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian frowned not knowing what to say for a moment. "Are you telling me you do not kill people?" He demanded
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 15:04:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Not to my knowledge," Tobias told him, leaning back into the dark. "My family use blood donated from the willing. Our marriage partners."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 15:32:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julians eyes went wide at his words then shook his head. "Your marriage partner..." he faltered. "Im not...I cannot.."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 15:39:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias locked his eyes onto Julian's for a moment and nodded. "I will need a little of your blood, but I won't bite you. We only turn our partners after marriage."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 16:47:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook hos head, "I do not want that..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 16:53:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias shrugged. "I need the blood, and my siblings won't be wanting to borrow blood from their mates anymore now that I have my own. It won't hurt you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 17:21:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian moved further into the corner a bit angry and trying to hide that he was scared. "Ypu would hirt me...your taking blood from me..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 17:26:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Not much," Tobias reassured him, though taking any amount of blood at all was probably too much for the boy. "Just enough to help me get by. You're my first mate, so I'll try to make it easy for you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 19:01:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian bit his lip then looked outaide trying to calm down. "Is this why you bought me?" he asked softly. "Just so I could be your doner? You did not want me...you wanted my blood."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 19:04:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias shook his head at that remark, leaning closer to Julian. "If I just wanted blood, I could have gone for someone much easier, rather than spending months chasing a stubborn prince."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 21:39:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian faltered as he came so close and sighed. "You scare me..." he whispered.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 21:57:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias reached out and took Julian's hand. "What would I gain from hurting you?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 22:02:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian tensed when Tobias took his hand and bit his lip again. "If I passes it would upset my father probably to the point of breaking him...it would be easy to gain the kingdom."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-07-2013, 22:08:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias shook his head and moved to sit next to the young prince. "No offense, but this kingdom would hardly be worth our time. And I could have killed the man at any point if that's what I wanted."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 00:14:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian watched him move and felt cornered a bit. "You could not have killed him...he is guarded..." He protested.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 00:25:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias shook his head and chuckled. "You're guarded, too. Yet I managed to get into your room twice."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 00:27:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed but he knew Tobias was correct. "How did you do that?" He asked softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 00:34:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Being a vampire and having access to blood grants you a variety of abilities," Tobias explained, putting an arm around Julian. "Aside from being immortal, you become stronger and swifter, and able to move in ways humans cannot."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 00:36:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian was tense as he felt the arm wrap around him and tried to push him off. "I do not want to give you blood," he told him softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 00:45:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias' arm did not even budge as Julian tried to move it. "Sorry, but some things I can't negotiate. I need the blood."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 01:00:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked up to him scared, "Take it from someone else...I do not want you!"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 01:03:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Is that so?" Tobias asked, using his powers of influence to make Julian feel aroused by his presence.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 01:09:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian gasped and squirmed on the seat as the pleasure ran through him. "Stop..." He begged softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 01:12:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smirked and moved back across the carriage from Julian, but the sensations and feelings only intensified.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 01:36:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian was flushing as his cock began to get hard, and he hated that Tobias could create that in him. He looked out the window as a hand went on his thigh opening and closing in frustration. "How...how long till we are at your home?" He asked softly trying to create a distraction.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 01:39:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Oh, it shouldn't be long now," Tobias answered nonchalantly. His keeping his distance from Julian only made the prince feel worse, as the arousal grew and become more and more unbearable with each second.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 01:47:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian could not help but start to rub his thigh he was so hard and hated that the vampire was doing this to him. He squirmed in his seat as it started to become unbearable and bit his lip hard causing it to split and blood to fall. The slight pain too an edge off his arousal and he knew he would not be able to handle it much longer.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 01:52:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias started to grin now, enjoying his ability to torment the beautiful prince without even touching him. "We're alone in here. If you need to provide yourself some relief..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 02:01:29</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian gasped wanting to do as the vampire told him, he needed it but he shook his head.&nbsp; "no...you cannot see that...just...please stop..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 02:12:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias reached over and rubbed Julian's thigh, making the temptation even more unbearable. "What's there to hide?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 02:16:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian moaned and arched towards his hand on instinct, "Me..you should not see me like that.."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 02:19:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled and withdraw his hand quickly. "Well, then, you must want me to take care of it, right? Otherwise you'd be more willing to do it yourself..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 02:26:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian could not help it he pulled Tobias's hand back. "Pease....I...I need..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 02:32:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias looked into Julian's eyes and smiled, licking his lips as he thought of playing with his toy. "Just this once..." he told him, unbuttoning the prince's trousers to see what he had in store.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 02:49:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian whimpered then shut his eyes at the pleasure. He knew he should not be doing anything with the other male, it was improper but he was so high on pleasure. "Mmm...please..." He was average thickness compared to others his age but he was slightly longer with a bit of a curve to the tip.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 02:52:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Mmm...you look like quite a treat, Julian," the vampire teased as he reached up and took Julian's shaft into his hand. At this point, just being touched by him was the greatest pleasure the prince had ever felt, and that pleasure grew stronger as Tobias slowly stroked him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 03:57:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian writhed in pleasure as Tobias started to stroke him then moaned out. "W...what have you done to me?" He asked softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 04:03:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"What makes you think I did anything?" Tobias joked, his fingers gradually picking up their pace as they stroked him. Meanwhile, the lord eased up a little on his influence, experimenting to see how much of Julian's arousal was natural at this point.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 04:15:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian moved with him and groaned in pleasure.&nbsp; Oh...damn...more..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 04:19:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias raised an eyebrow at him, squeezing down on his shaft a bit to get a reaction out of him. "Is there something special you would like me to do?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 04:36:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian jumped when he felt Tobias squeeze his shaft then looked into his eyes. "I want...pleasure..." He whispered.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 04:53:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Just from this?" Tobias asked, speeding up his strokes while his other hand gently fondled the prince's balls. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 04:58:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, he was already close from just a few strokes since he had never done anything like it before. "Yes...I need this...I'm almost there..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 05:04:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled but didn't say anything, leaning down to suck on the tip of Julian's member. Meanwhile, showing of his vampiric power, his hand began to move so fast that Julian couldn't even see it, stroking him faster than any human was capable of.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 05:08:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It only took seconds for Julian to arch and moan as he came hard.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 05:12:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Just as he had intended, Tobias tightened his lips and swallowed all of Julian's product, wanting to prevent his carriage or their clothes from getting dirty. Once he was done, Tobias sat back and removed all influence from the boy, watching his reaction with amusement.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 05:32:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian zipped up his pants and straightened up his clothes slowly. He looked outside falling silent and stewing in his anger. He felt dirty and used, it hurt to think that at a thought Tobias could play with his emotions. He sat there in anger and when they got to Tobias's home he left the carriage without another words. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 05:42:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias did not prod Julian to speak anymore for the rest of the carriage ride, directing some servants to help the prince unpack. The estate was massive, even more so than the castle that Julian had come from, and the halls seemed to go on forever as Tobias led him inside. "You'll be happy to hear you'll have a room to yourself for now."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 05:55:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked around in awe, he loved it but he did not want to mention it. He looked to Tobias at his words and huffed, "1 do not want to see you anymore," he muttered then went into his room before quickly slamming the door in his face. He was angry and felt dirty so he went to take a very hot shower.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 06:23:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias simply sighed and allowed Julian the time to himself, having the servants leave his things outside of his chambers for when he was ready to unpack.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 14:42:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Once Julian was done with his shower he brought is bags in so he could get dressed. After getting dressed he only unpacked his personal bag so he could place the picture of his mother on his bedside table. He had been so young when she passed that he now did not remember her, he always wished to hear stories of her.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 15:41:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				After a little while of time to himself, there was a knock at the door. If Julian chose to answer it, he would be greeted by a male not much older than himself, pretty and with brown hair. He seemed to be bringing him a plate of food, though he wasn't dressed like a servant. "Prince Julian?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 17:41:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian was tempted not to answer the door but he heard the males voice and figured he should. He opened the door slowly and looked to him, "Yes?" he asked softly
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 18:22:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				(Male, not female.)<br><br>The young man smiled as he handed Julian the tray. "Tobias said you wouldn't be wanting to see him yet, so he asked me to bring you some lunch."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-07-2013, 23:14:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian took it with a small smile, "Thanks...are you a servant?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 01:29:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The male shook his head. "I am Tobias' brother-in-law, Prince."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 01:40:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian faltered as he heard those words and looked him over, "Are you..." He bit his lip scared. "Human or..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 04:04:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I'm a convert," the male explained kindly. "I'm a vampire, but I don't have the same powers as someone who was born as one."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 05:33:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian took a step back frightened and bit his lip. "Born..." he whispered. "They can have kids?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 05:37:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The boy nodded, laughing softly. Despite being a vampire, he seemed quite normal. "Of course. How do you think the Blackbriar family continues?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 06:15:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian sighed then looked away trying to calm down. "Who...who has the kid?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 06:19:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Huh?" The male paused, then stepped inside the room to sit down, figuring Julian might have some more questions he wanted to ask. "What do you mean?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 06:28:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian tensed when the boy came in them moved away from him quickly. "Can...can they make males pregnant or anything?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 06:32:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The male could see Julian was afraid, but chose to be honest with him, nodding. "If the male is a convert. It won't work if he's human."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 06:37:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian leaned against the wall tense and worried. "Will he make me become one?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 06:48:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The young man shook his head. "It'll be your choice. They give each of us the option to either leave, or marry and be turned."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 06:53:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked down and bit his lip, "He scares me...he makes me feel things I do not want to feel."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 07:00:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The male sighed as he looked at him, hoping Julian would stop being afraid of him. "You're the first one he's ever tried to court. He's probably as new to this as you are."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 07:04:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded then bit his lip, "I guess that is ok...and..he gave me month to decide."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 07:14:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The male smiled gently at him. "I was just like you when I first came here. Y'know, terrified and not believing any of it could be true. I'm glad I stayed, though."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 07:22:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "I will try to accept it...its just different and strange."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 07:25:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The boy huffed a bit at that. "You know, we might not be as different as you think."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 07:52:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian tensed at his words and looked to him, "You drink blood and have fangs..but that is not the only thing differnt...this is the first time I have been away from my home since I was young. First time I have ever had an admirer that did anything to me that wanted more from me than just monet and status. This is all a lot of firsts..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 15:04:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				He nodded, sympathizing with the same situation he had once been in. "Is there anything we can do to help make you more comfortable?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 19:38:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded and grabbed his sketchbook and drawing tools. "Can you show me the studio?" He looked to the food, "We'll I guess I should eat first."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 19:46:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The male nodded and smiled. "Sure, I can show you right after. Do you want me to leave you alone while you eat?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 19:49:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian sighed then ate slowly, "You can stay..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 20:01:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The male nodded, not eating anything himself. "My name is Maxwell, by the way."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 20:05:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him curious and ate slowly, "Do you need to eat?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 20:17:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell chuckled and shook his head. "Vampire, remember?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 20:32:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed, "Oh yeah..." He ate then looked to him once he finished. "Can we go to the studio now?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 20:41:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell nodded, leading Julian out into another maze of long corridors. "My wife is in there now, I think, but she won't mind sharing the space."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 20:53:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian faltered and started to walk slower, "Oh...then I should not bother her..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 20:56:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell shook his head and tugged him along. "Nonsense. This is your house, too."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:01:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head, he did not want to be alone with both vampires. "I can just draw in my room."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:08:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell sighed at that. "Come on, you can't sit in your room for the whole month. None of us are going to try to drink your blood or anything. We're pretty normal people."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:12:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him worried, "I am sorry I am trying to get used to this...it is different not having a chaperone..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:15:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell nodded as they got to the large doors to the study. "You've been living in that castle for too long, I think."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:17:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian tensed a bit then sighed, "Yeah...I know..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:22:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell smiled and patted him on the shoulder as he opened the door. The studio inside was huge, with massive window on one wall to bring sunlight into the whole area. A woman a few years younger than Tobias was painting in one part of the room, too focused on her art to notice them entering. She had pale skin like the others and blonde hair, but was enchantingly beautiful.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:29:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian hesitated in the doorway frightened to go inside now.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:39:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell ushered him along, causing the woman to notice them and smile. "Hello. Julian, right?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-07-2013, 21:43:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "Yes..." He told her softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>12-07-2013, 01:58:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				She continued to smile as she walked over to him, seeming to glide almost on the marble floor. "I'm Rachel. I hope Tobias has been treating you well."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>12-07-2013, 03:37:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian bit his lip wanting to tell her that no Tobias had taken advantage of him but he did not. Instead he took a few steps away from her and changed the subject, "He said I could use this studio..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>13-07-2013, 07:08:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel nodded, deciding to let the earlier question slide. "Sure, I'd love to share. Just let me know if you ever need any supplies."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>13-07-2013, 18:31:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "Thank you..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>13-07-2013, 19:06:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel returned the nod, leading him over to a cabinet where he could find some drawing supplies. "Have you ever painted before?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>13-07-2013, 23:51:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled then nodded, "Yea I have tried many different mediums but I like sketching best..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>14-07-2013, 00:12:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel smiled and nodded in agreement. "It takes skill to bring life to a picture without color."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>14-07-2013, 01:25:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian ducked his head a bit shy, "I uh add color most of the time...I love the contrast..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>14-07-2013, 05:52:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Oh, my mistake," Rachel said with a tone of apology. "Do you mind if I see any of them?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>14-07-2013, 05:57:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to his sketchbook then held it to his chest. "I do not let many people see them.."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>14-07-2013, 06:02:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel nodded after a second. "I understand if you consider it private."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>14-07-2013, 06:26:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian hesitated before handing her the book, "You...you can see it, but you have to only look at the first few sketches..."<br><br>http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ykdRtT4Egmc/TSYPr3PRXgI/AAAAAAAAAFo/gQShfwWLY5M/s400/Color+Pencil+art+painting+Nature+tree+leaf+mobile+wallpapers.jpg (http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ykdRtT4Egmc/TSYPr3PRXgI/AAAAAAAAAFo/gQShfwWLY5M/s400/Color+Pencil+art+painting+Nature+tree+leaf+mobile+wallpapers.jpg)<br>http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/25-Sep-2010/70184-Frangipani-Plant-Parade-Sept-2010-2.jpg (http://www.wetcanvas.com/Community/images/25-Sep-2010/70184-Frangipani-Plant-Parade-Sept-2010-2.jpg)<br>https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRFy5sZF41PYSYi2iFDg54pZZ7ih5KPMSGvOMUpQgfVMXcOwdB1 (https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRFy5sZF41PYSYi2iFDg54pZZ7ih5KPMSGvOMUpQgfVMXcOwdB1)<br>http://img2.hebus.com/hebus_2010/03/15/preview/100315170245_75.jpg (http://img2.hebus.com/hebus_2010/03/15/preview/100315170245_75.jpg)
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 08:07:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel took the notebook with humility and carefully looked through the first few sketches, studying his technique. "Wow, these aren't bad... Is this woman your mother, then?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 08:24:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "I do not remember her, I was too young. But people tell me stories and I have seen pictures..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 15:26:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel smiled, admiring that sketch especially. "If she's anything like you draw her, she's beautiful."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 18:25:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled shy, "Thank you..." He whispered. He was beginning to like Rachel even though he did not care for hr brother.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 18:36:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel nodded and handed the notebook back to him, holding true to her word and not looking at the rest. "What would you like to do with this talent?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:05:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to her curious and a bit confused, he had no clue as to what he wanted or could to do with his talent. "What do you mean?" he asked softly. "It is only a hobby...its not like I can become a true artist and sell things..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:19:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"And why not?" Rachel asked with a serious tone. " I think you'd be pretty successful."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:34:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked away with a sigh, "I am a prince...I am not allowed to do those type of things. PLus now that I am married I will be required to have and raise children." He did not believe that Tobias would set him free after the month even if he wanted him to.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:38:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel shook her head at him. "You're not a prince anymore, you're a Blackbriar. Or you will be if you marry Tobias, anyway. And who says having kids means you can't be an artist? Max and I have a child, and I still show off my paintings."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:42:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to her frowning, he had always been told he would only be allowed to raise his children not take on any other activities. "As the...wife I guess...that I will be I would only be allowed to raise the children and help my husband when he needs me...I will not be allowed to do anything else."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:49:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel raised an eyebrow and leaned down to him, as she was a little bit taller. "That's not how we do things around here. Max is the 'wife' and we share the responsibility of taking care of our son. And my siblings help us when we need a break, too. We won't mind helping you and Tobias."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:54:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to her surprised then looked down quickly, "Oh..." he whispered. "Its is...different at the castle..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:56:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel smiled again, patting him on the shoulder. "You don't have to feel like a prisoner here. You can decide your own future, alright?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 19:59:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded then took a step away from her, he knew no matter what they called it, he was still a prisoner. "Ok, um thank you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 20:02:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel smiled and nodded. "So, did you want to stick around here and draw? Tobias is taking care of our son at the moment."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 20:15:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded then moved to sit near the window, "Yes that would be good." He took out his pencils and started to draw soon becoming lost in his art.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 20:20:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel let him be for a while, returning to her painting. Unlike Tobias, she seemed to enjoy having sunlight fill the room, and she looked rather radiant as she practiced her art in it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 20:36:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian fell asleep against the window, his pencils and sketchbook falling to the ground after a bit. The page it landed on was an unfinished drawing of Tobias.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 20:43:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Hearing the book fall, Rachel stopped her painting and walked over to pick up Julian's things. She paused as she saw what he was drawing, then sat next to him and let him lean against her until he woke up.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 20:47:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian woke slowly once the sun moved and was in his face. He sat up quickly n fright when he realized how close he was to Rachel.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 20:50:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel laughed softly and patted him on the head. "You didn't get to finish your sketch..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:12:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed, "It has already been a really long day..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:14:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel nodded. "So...what do you think of Tobias?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:21:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian tensed at his name as if saying it would bring him into the room. He did not want to tell her that he disliked her brother possibly hated him for what he did in the carriage. He just ducked his head then stood quickly, "I must be going," he whispered then took off towards his bedroom.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:24:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Rachel sighed and let Julian go, figuring he nodded some time to himself. On the way to his room, though, he would run into Tobias, who gave him a smile. "Hello, Julian."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:30:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julians eyes went wide as he saw Julian then took a few steps away from him. "Stay away from me," he told him, still angry from earlier. "I do not want you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:33:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias looked confused before he remembered what happened in the carriage. "Is this about the carriage? I was just trying to help you relax."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:37:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head angry, "You took advantage of me," he countered. "I told you no and you did it anyway."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:41:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"To be fair, you asked me to do it after a while..." Tobias told him, looking a little guilty.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-07-2013, 21:46:22</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian grew angerier at those words, "Yeah after you made me feel what you wanted me to feel." He pushed passed him angry and ran the rest of the way to his room quickly slamming the door in his face.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 00:59:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias sighed and let Julian go into his room. Walking over, he left a note and small package in front of his door, then left.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 01:28:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian opened the door when he heard someone leave something then looked down to the package curious. Quickly he went inside and placed the package on the bed in favor of reading the note first.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 05:03:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The note was from Tobias, telling Julian that if he ever did need him, or wanted to talk to him at least, then he should use what was inside the package.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 05:07:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian was even more confused now by this note, Tobias was confusing him. He looked to the box before opening it slowly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 05:13:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Inside the package was a silver pendant with a sapphire set in the center. The ring holding the gem could be turned within the pendant.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 05:16:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian sighed as he looked to it then set it on the bedside table.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 05:32:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It was a little while before Maxwell returned to Julian's room with his dinner, knocking on the door.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 05:50:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian opened the door then smiled to Maxwell, "Hi."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 05:55:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell smiled back and handed him the platter. "I thought I would bring you this. Of course, you could join us at the dinner table if you're feeling up to it yet."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:21:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian took the platter and bit his lip, "Is Tobias there?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:26:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell shook his head. "I think he's taking dinner in his quarters tonight."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:32:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "Then...I can eat with you..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:33:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell smiled and took the platter back. "I think that's why he chose not to eat with us."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:38:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian moved to him then bit his lip, "I do not mean to alienate him...but...I am angry with him."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:42:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell nodded, starting to lead him along to the dining hall. "I guess he would rather not force you to stay in your room."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:46:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian sighed, "So he is trying to be nice..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:52:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell nodded. "I don't think he's used to not being dominating with someone. After all, most of his experience with humans has been manipulating them."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 06:56:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked away with a sigh, "That does not excuse what he did..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 07:00:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Of course not," Maxwell agreed. Like Julian, he had been a human first. "But I think it might be worth it to try to change him. That's just my opinion, though."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 07:18:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian bit his lip, "Maybe," he offered softly. "I will try..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 07:20:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"He does genuinely hope to make you happy someday," Maxwell said, then winking at him. "And he's quite handsome, isn't he?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 07:41:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed then looked away quickly, "Y...yeah..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 07:45:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell watched him, growing curious. "Aside from being mad at him, what do you think of him?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 07:53:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian sighed, "Well I like when he is nice...but its rare when he is..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 07:55:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well...how often have you been openly nice to him?" Maxwell asked, trying to get to the root of their problems before they got to the dining hall.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>16-07-2013, 21:09:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				(sorry I passed out)<br><br>Julian bit his lip then looked away, "I guess...I have never&nbsp; been nice to him...well maybe in the carriage before he...took advantage of me."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>17-07-2013, 02:18:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well, maybe you two should try to start over fresh..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>17-07-2013, 02:24:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him curious, "I...maybe...I will try to do that."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>17-07-2013, 03:20:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell nodded. "After he apologizes for what he did, anyway."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>17-07-2013, 03:25:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled weakly, "Yeah of course...thank you..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>17-07-2013, 05:50:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell returned the smile and would have spoken more had they not just finally arrived at the dining hall. The table was large, and filled with a few tall figures who were clearly siblings to Tobias, as well as their husbands and wives. It seemed that most of them had more than one marriage partner, to top it off.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 02:55:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian was nervous when he saw all of the people in the room, they were all strangers to him. "Thats a lot of people..." he whispeeed.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 04:45:19</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell squeezed Julian's arm reassuringly and led him to sit between him and Rachel, across from the only one who looked a little older than Tobias, with red hair and a thin beard. "You must be the new one..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 04:51:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian was tense as he sat down then looked up startled. "Has he done this before..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 04:54:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The man shook his head, looking more like one of the elite soldiers from his castle than a vampire. "You're the first he's tried to court. We rarely stop at one, though."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 05:17:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked around then down to his plate quickly, "Doesnt that make the others jealous?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 05:26:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell shook his head. "It's just how things work around here. I'm not Rachel's only partner, but I don't feel jealous over it," he told him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 05:29:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded then sighed, "Ok...if you are sure."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 05:37:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell smiled and nudged Julian in the arm, speaking lower as the others at the table ate and talked. "It can be fun in a lot of ways, too."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 06:16:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed but smiled shy, "Yeah...I see how it could be..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 06:24:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell chuckled and started to eat. "Have you dated a lot, Julian?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 14:36:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head then started to eat, "I was not allowed to."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>18-07-2013, 16:02:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"That's a shame," Maxwell muttered. "Did you have anyone you were interested in?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>19-07-2013, 01:28:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian ate slowly as he thought of what to say, "Welll..a guard..but it really was not proper..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>20-07-2013, 16:30:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Do you think he liked you back?" Maxwell asked, eating a bit slower.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>20-07-2013, 23:49:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shrugged then bit his lip, "I do not know...I never pursued him or asked."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>22-07-2013, 05:29:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell shrugged. "Well, not worth thinking about it now. You have someone else interested in you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>22-07-2013, 20:29:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jullian nodded and went back to eating, "I know."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>29-07-2013, 21:20:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell watched him with a smile, not touching his own meal too much. "If you don't like him, though, we always have more room in our family."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>30-07-2013, 06:29:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jullian smiled shy, "Thank you..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>30-07-2013, 17:42:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell nodded, letting Julian eat in peace as he waited for the prince to finish up.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>30-07-2013, 20:31:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian soon finished then looked around the room curious.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>30-07-2013, 20:45:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				There were a good dozen people seated at the table, but only a few looked related to Tobias. Aside from Rachel, there was the older, red-haired male that had spoken to him earlier, as well as a dark-haired male and female further down that looked like twins. Those two especially looked like Julian's "fiance," except a couple years younger.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>31-07-2013, 01:14:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian wondered how they were all related but was nervous to ask.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>31-07-2013, 01:48:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Something wrong?" Maxwell asked, noticing Julian's uneasiness.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>31-07-2013, 02:56:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jullian flushed, "I just was wondering how everyone is related."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>31-07-2013, 03:18:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"What do you mean? Some are brothers and sisters, some are marriage partners."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>31-07-2013, 05:19:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked towards the twins, "We'll they look a lot like Tobias..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>31-07-2013, 05:51:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell nodded. "Same mother as Tobias. Rachel and Alexander come from a different mother from those three."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>31-07-2013, 06:36:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jullian nodded then looked around, "You do not get jealous? I mean of your other...partner being with Rachel?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>31-07-2013, 06:54:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell shook his head. "She cares for us all, we care for her, and we care for each other, so we avoid jealousy most of the time. Though I was her first husband, so I may be the wrong one to ask..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 00:25:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian bit his lip, "I was just curious..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 01:07:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell smiled. "You can introduce yourself, if you want."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 01:12:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jullian flushed then shook his head, "I am ok..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 01:18:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell shrugged. "Went to head out, then?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 01:56:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jullian nodded, "Can we go back to the studio?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 04:20:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell nodded, letting the servants take care of the plates while he took Julian back out into the hall. "Not very social, eh?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 04:39:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head, "Not really..I rather be on my own."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 04:44:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell smiled as he started to walk along. "Same with us, outside of our own family here."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 04:52:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked around curious, "We'll...thanks for being nice to me."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 05:03:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Maxwell chuckled. "Most of us are pretty nice once you get to know us."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>01-08-2013, 05:34:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "I see that now..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>02-08-2013, 05:10:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				It wasn't much longer before they arrived at the studio, as it was in the same wing as the dining hall. "Want some time to yourself?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>02-08-2013, 05:27:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled then nodded again, "That would be nice."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>02-08-2013, 05:30:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Alright, have a good night, then," Maxwell told him, leaving the studio and departing on silent footsteps.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>02-08-2013, 05:59:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Thank you," he called after him. He sat on the window sill and started to draw. Soon he fell asleep leaning against the window and dreaming about Tobias.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>02-08-2013, 19:36:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				A couple hours later, Tobias entered the studio, having come to find Julian after he didn't return to his room. Smiling gently, he picked the prince up in his arms and started to carry him back to his room.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 00:22:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian woke up slowly when they were halfway towards his room. He blinked up to him then started to try to get out of his arms. "Where are we going?" He asked softly
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 00:45:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled as the prince woke up, his arms not even budging as they were pushed on. "Your room. You'll wake up sore if you sleep in the studio like that."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 02:20:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed a bit realizing he had fallen asleep in the studio. "Oh...well I can walk."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 02:44:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"At least let me do this much for you," Tobias request with a smile, keeping Julian's body close to his broad chest.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 03:07:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him then nodded, "Ok...just this..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 04:01:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled and carried him all the way to his bed without a word, setting him down gently. "I'm sorry for what I did before."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 04:21:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled shyly, "Thank you..." he told him softly. "And I am sorry for being rude."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 04:23:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias shook his head, taking a seat on the edge of the bed. "It was justified. I hope to have a new start tomorrow, though. I think it's time you've seen the outside world."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 04:28:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian sat up suddenly excited, "Really?" he asked softly. "I would really like to go to a beach...I have seen pictures it looks fun."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 04:34:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled. "Vampires aren't very fond of the beach...but I think I can make an exception for you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 04:57:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian giggled as he was reminded of Tobias's condition. "We could go at night if you would like."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 05:21:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias shook his head, patting Julian's leg. "How about during the evening? The beach is beautiful during sunset, and even nicer once the moon is out."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 06:14:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded then smiled, "I would like that."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 06:51:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled in return. "And I'll show you some other places during the day. We'll have plenty of time."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 17:00:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian grinned then looked to him curious, "Where will we go during the day?" He asked
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 17:50:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias shook his head, pleased that Julian was happy for a change. "You'll just have to find out tomorrow."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-08-2013, 23:33:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian pouted, "But...I want to know..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>04-08-2013, 00:12:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Oh? Maybe I'll let you know for a kiss," Tobias joked with a smirk.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>04-08-2013, 00:53:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed then looked away, "A kiss?" he asked softly. He waited for a bit then went to kiss his cheek, "There."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>04-08-2013, 05:51:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled at that. "That's all I get? Well, all you get is this. We're going...out of the city."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>04-08-2013, 13:36:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian pouted and looked to him, "Well... It's not proper to kiss you," he told him softly. He moved closer shyly then kissed his lips, it was a quick peck because he was shy and trying to follow the rules. "Would you tell me more?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>04-08-2013, 15:22:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"I don't see why kissing is improper," Tobias disagreed, but decided to tell him anyway. "I know a very beautiful mountain path not far from here that will give you a great view of the world."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>04-08-2013, 20:31:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled, "Well if it is alright I would love to bring my sketchbook the view sounds wonderful." 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>05-08-2013, 17:14:47</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded. "Of course. I would love to see what you could draw."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>05-08-2013, 17:49:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian beamed in happiness, "Thank you Tobias...for taking me out of the castle."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>05-08-2013, 17:50:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias returned the smile and gave him a kiss on the cheek. "Should I leave you to rest now?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>05-08-2013, 17:56:40</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "Yeah...I am tired thank you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>05-08-2013, 21:21:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded and stood up from the bed. "I'll be back in the morning. Rest well," he told him before heading out the door.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>05-08-2013, 23:24:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian watched him go then went to sleep. He was up early excited to go out of the city.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>07-08-2013, 07:19:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				As if sensing that he woke up, it was only minutes later that Tobias arrived at Julian's door, knocking and waiting for the prince to come greet him. He was already groomed and dressed, but he would have to make sure Julian did the same before he took him out.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>07-08-2013, 07:44:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian opened the door with a smile, "Hi," he told him happy. "Are we going? I am ready."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 16:45:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias returned his smile and took his hand with a small nod. "Do you mind if we go on horseback? It will be easier than taking the carriage."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 17:28:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to his hand and flushed a bit since he was not used to holding hands. "Horseback sounds nice," he told him softly
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 17:53:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded and gave his hand a reassuring squeeze, leading him gently outside. At the stables, a large, black thoroughbred was already being saddled up for them by Tobias' servants, the sun still fairly low and subdued in the sky. "Have you ever ridden before?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 18:00:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to the horse a bit nervous, "A few times but only around the area at home. Never very far."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 18:49:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias climbed up onto the horse with grace and ease, then offered his hand to Julian. "Well, you're just riding with me, so it should be easy."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 19:14:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian blushed as he realized that he would be riding with Tobias but said nothing. He climbed up just as graceful and slid in front of him. "How far is it?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 19:19:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled as Julian slid in front of him, letting the beautiful male's back rest against his chest. "About an hour's ride. Not far."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 19:24:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded then took the reins, "Ok. Lets go."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 20:08:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded and took the horse out of the estate, drawing looks as they road through town. The horse was moving pretty quickly, even in its leisurely stance. "Am I forgiven yet?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-08-2013, 21:17:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian leaned against him thinking and relaxing. "Yes. Just please do not do that again, I want it to be up to me if we do something like that."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 00:57:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded and smirked a little. "So you would want us to do things like that?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 01:23:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed a bit, "Maybe in the future," he whispered. "I wanted to keep my options open."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 04:51:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Let me know if you ever feel that way," Tobias told him as they drew toward the edge of town. "We still have a month to spend together if you don't make your decision before then."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 05:27:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "I know and thank you for taking your time."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 06:23:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded in return, staying quiet briefly as they started to enter the forest outside of the city. There was no one else around now, and only nature could be found where there were buildings before. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 06:28:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian perked up and started to look around. "This is beautiful..." He whispered
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 06:30:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled and followed where he looked. "You've never even been this far out at least?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 06:48:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head and pulled out his sketchbook. "I was never allowed past the castle grounds. My father that it was too dangerous."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 07:02:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled at that, peeking over Julian's shoulder to see his sketches. "You're not likely to find anything more dangerous than I out here, so you'll be fine."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 07:23:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him a bit shy, "But...you would not hurt me would you?" He asked softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 14:42:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled down at him, wrapping an arm around his stomach and pulling him closer. "I don't know...you do look pretty tasty right now, and I am thirsty," he joked.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 16:40:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian gasped and looked down to his arm, "I trust that you would not do that."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 18:41:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled and kissed his cheek. "It's tempting, but I like you too much."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 19:02:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed more, no one ever really admitted to liking him. "You do?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 19:10:28</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded, squeezing him a bit tighter. "I have for a while. I noticed things about you from watching you at parties before we even met in person."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 19:16:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian curled back into him his sketch forgotten. "Like what?" He asked curious.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 19:26:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Your lack of interest in human politics, for one," Tobias noted, wrapping both arms around Julian's waist and letting the horse direct itself down the path. "You always looked like you were above all that. I wouldn't go there myself if it weren't for my family's sake."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 19:33:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian felt comfortable in Tobias's arms so he did not protest. "I do not like how people change their alliences at the drop of a hat, I do not want to deal with that."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 19:43:00</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias relaxed as he held him, the forest gradually starting to open up into more open plains, with mountains in the distance. "That got me curious, but once I met you, I really started to enjoy your company."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 19:49:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled, "Well I kinda like the attention...it's different than I am used to but it's nice."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 20:07:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled down at him. "You didn't seem to like it when you were still the prince."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 20:25:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed, "Because if you showed interest in me everyone else would as well."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-08-2013, 23:09:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled and squeezed him. "I thought you like attention."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>12-08-2013, 00:19:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked up to him, "From you. As I said your attention is different from the attention of the others."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>12-08-2013, 21:18:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded as he looked back at him. "Now that you're in the outside world and not royalty, you may find people paying attention to you for different reasons..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>12-08-2013, 23:59:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian frowned confused, "Like what?" He asked softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>13-08-2013, 01:01:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias kissed his cheek. "Your beauty, for one."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>13-08-2013, 01:39:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked away shy, "I am not all that...there are many more people that are prettier than me."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>14-08-2013, 02:59:51</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"You'd be surprised," Tobias assured him. "I've seen few that I would mark your equal."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>14-08-2013, 04:37:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked up to him again, "What else do you like about me?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-08-2013, 04:48:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Your personality, of course. Very quiet, humble, artistic, and surprisingly forgiving."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-08-2013, 04:51:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled and leaned back into him once more, "Everyone deserves a second chance," he told him softly. "And you are trying to respect my wishes."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-08-2013, 06:29:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled down at him in return, leaning in to kiss him on the lips.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-08-2013, 06:45:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed then kissed him back shyly, before pulling away. "That...that was nice."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>15-08-2013, 07:40:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded, squeezing his hand. "Kissed anyone before?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>15-08-2013, 07:56:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head, "No," he whispered. "Your my...first..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>16-08-2013, 06:00:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Is that so..." Tobias smiled and gave him another, much briefer kiss. "I'm honored."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>17-08-2013, 04:14:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed darker but turned to face him then kissed him back.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-09-2013, 03:25:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias broke the kiss as the road started to tilt upward, forcing Julian to lean backward into him. "We're getting close to the mountains."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-09-2013, 03:45:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian turned so he could see the mountains as they got closer, "Its beautiful."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-09-2013, 04:48:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded, nudging the horse to pick up the pace. "You're not scared of heights, are you?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-09-2013, 05:40:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head, "No. Why?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-09-2013, 06:06:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well, the trail will be taking us up the mountain," Tobias warned him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-09-2013, 06:25:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to the trail then back to him, "But you will protect me, right?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-09-2013, 21:33:49</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias laughed softly. "I won't let you fall, if that's what you mean."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>04-09-2013, 02:05:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "Yes. I trust you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>04-09-2013, 21:26:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"That's new," Tobias teased, holding onto him as the trail started moving up into steeper, narrower areas. It wouldn't be long before they were above the forest canopy completely.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>04-09-2013, 21:42:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian moved back and leaned into him as he watched where they went. "You are nice...most of the time...I figure I can trust you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 16:51:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Good enough for me," Tobias chuckled. The air got cooler as they moved higher and higher along the trail, giving a stunning view across the top of the forest, and of the city in the far distance.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 18:03:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian fell silent as he looked out over the forest. He was trying to memorize every detail so when they got to safer ground he could sketch.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 18:08:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias kept quiet for a while and allowed Julian to admire and memorize the view, continuing on until he found a nice flat, wider part of the trail where they could stop and sit. Climbing down from his horse, he offered Julian his hand.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>07-09-2013, 22:40:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian got off with his help then quickly grabbed his sketchbook. Without a sound he sat in the clearing and started to sketch. He was so focused he did not care about being proper.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-09-2013, 00:35:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled at the boy's commitment to his art and took a seat behind him, keeping quiet and pulling Julian back to his chest before letting him continue his work uninterrupted.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-09-2013, 00:41:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian tensed a bit when he was pulled in Tobias's lap but said nothing. After a few moments he was distracted by the beauty that surrounded them.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>08-09-2013, 00:45:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"It's your first time seeing anything like this, isn't it?" Tobias asked him, noticing that Julian had stopped sketching. He peeked over his shoulder to see what he had drawn so far.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>08-09-2013, 01:14:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian turned so he could look at him then shook his head. "Never its so beautiful here, thanks for taking me."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 02:53:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded, resting his chin on Julian's shoulder. "Can I see some of your other sketches?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 03:26:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jillian flipped to the sketches he made earlier of Tobias's home, "Here."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 03:27:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled as he looked through them, pausing on the unfinished sketch of himself. "Couldn't stomach drawing the rest of my face?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 03:46:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Jullian flushed a bit, "Well...you started looking at me so I had to stop...you were not supposed to see it."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:07:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Why not? It looks great. I can't wait to see when you finish it," Tobias complimented him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:17:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian turned the page back to the scenery, "I do not like people seeing my unfinished work."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:20:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled and nodded, looking at the finished art instead. "Sorry. I'll try not to peek again until it's done."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:22:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled, "Thank you. And thank you for taking me here. I love it."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:24:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias wrapped his arms around his waist and squeezed him. "Of course. I have a lot of places I want to show you still."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:30:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian set his sketchbook to the side then turned in Tobias's arms. He did not mind that they were inches from each other, strangely he felt he could trust Tobias "Where?" He asked excited 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:32:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smirked as he met Julian's eyes, his hands resting on the other male's hips. "You mentioned something about the beach, didn't you? We can go there next."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:35:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian's face lit up with a smile, it even reached his eyes. "When?" He asked next. "Can we go today? That would be fun."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:37:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias laughed softly. "Weeell...maybe I'll consider going today in exchange for another kiss."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 19:41:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed a bit at his request but was considering it. He hesitated then leaned forward to shyly kiss him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>09-09-2013, 23:42:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias closed his eyes and kissed him back, deciding he would make this one last a little longer.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 00:37:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian held it for a few more seconds then pulled away with a flush."Ok..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 00:52:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled him. "Alright. We'll have to get you a swimsuit, though."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 00:57:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled, "Where?" he asked curious.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 01:35:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"There are some stores in town we could look through. In fact, it would probably be for the best to get you some non-princely garb..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 01:38:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian pulled away and looked into his eyes, "Your going to buy me things?" he asked softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 01:50:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded, smiling as he looked back into Julian's eyes. "Of course. Anything you want."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 01:53:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled excited then kissed him again, "Thank you."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 02:00:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias kissed him in return. "Anything in mind?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 02:21:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian nodded, "Another sketchbook...pencils maybe..." He told him softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 04:21:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled. "Of course, but I'm sure you can dream bigger than that."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 04:46:13</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him curious, "There is not much that I need..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:10:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias brought his hand up to Julian's cheek, having the urge to feel it. "Well...have you ever wanted a pet?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:16:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian shook his head, "Like a horse?" he asked. In his world the only pets were horses, he had never even seen a dog or a cat.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:17:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Err...I suppose. Or a dog or a cat, if you want something you could keep in the house," Tobias told him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:19:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian tilted his head, "Whats a dog?" he asked softly. "And a cat?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:23:54</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias looked genuinely surprised at that. "You've never even heard of them before?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:51:37</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian bit his lip, "Maybe in conversation...but I never knew what they were...they do not bring...pets to balls."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:53:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias was stunned for a moment before he took and squeezed Julian's hand. "I'll show you when we get back to town, okay?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:54:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian smiled then nodded, "Ok. Thank you..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 05:56:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded in return, kissing him a bit more deeply than before as he held his cheek.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 06:14:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed bit moved closer to kiss him back.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 06:20:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias made a pleased sound as he felt Julian kiss him back moving his arm around the prince's waist to pull his body close.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 06:30:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian was going to pull away but the arm around his waist encouraged him to continue the kiss.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 13:42:48</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Once he was sure Julian wasn't trying to pull away, Tobias leaned in further, letting his tongue glide over the other's lips.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 16:30:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				This time Julian flushed and pulled back to break the kiss but did not move to get out of Tobias's arms.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 17:28:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias frowned as he pulled away. "Something wrong?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 18:23:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him flushing, "Just not used to this..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 18:38:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled at him. "Want me to teach you?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 19:38:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian's eyes went wide at the suggestion then he flushed. "Um...yeah..." He whispered.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 20:58:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias' smile widened as he kissed him on the cheek. "Where would you like to start?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 21:04:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian bit his lip gently, "K...kissing..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>10-09-2013, 21:09:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded and held his face. "Promise not to pull away this time?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 00:41:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him, "Only if I need to breathe..." He promised softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 01:25:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias chuckled softly. "Of course." Leaning in, he kissed the prince again, using his tongue to try to coax his lips apart.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 01:37:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian hesitated but soon slowly opened his mouth for him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 01:42:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Feeling Julian open up, Tobias gently slid his tongue through, getting Julian used to the feeling of their tongues meeting.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 01:48:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed but shyly moved to move his tongue against Tobias's
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 15:03:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias closed his eyes, moving his tongue with more passion to show Julian how to use his.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 16:28:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian mimicked his movements as he slowly closed his eyes. After a few moments his need for air became too much and he had to pull back.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 19:24:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias allowed him to pull back, opening his eyes as he did. "Not a bad start..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 20:20:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed but smiled shy, "I...I liked that."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 20:28:14</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled. "It feels even better when you're doing it at the same time as other things."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 20:32:10</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked to him curious, "Like what?" he asked softly.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 20:37:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Well...intimate things," Tobias explained.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>11-09-2013, 20:48:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed dark then nodded, "Oh..." he whispered.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>25-09-2013, 04:30:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled. "What else did you want to learn?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>01-10-2013, 16:57:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian flushed as he bit his lip, "I do not know what else there is to learn..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-10-2013, 00:22:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled and rubbed his hand along Julian's chest. "There are ways to make you feel good without getting <em>too</em> intimate."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>03-10-2013, 00:53:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julain shivered under his touches, "Oh..." he breathed in pleasure. "Show me."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>03-10-2013, 04:58:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias nodded and leaned in, kissing smoothly along the side and base of Julian's neck, heating the skin with each touch. His hands went to the prince's hips, then up into his shirt, caressing his bare frame. Once he found his nipples, he pinched them gently and kneaded them, teaching Julian how sensitive and pleasant they could be.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>12-10-2013, 02:24:25</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian arched his neck for him with a moan, unsure of the feelings he was getting. He gasped and jumped when he felt the hands on his nipples then moved against him slowly. "O...oh Tobais..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>12-10-2013, 02:42:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias smiled against Julian's neck at the other male's reaction, kissing it one more time before moving his head lower. He lifted the prince's shirt and kissed across his stomach and chest, occasionally tugging a nipple with his teeth.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>26-10-2013, 00:51:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian gasped in part pleasure and part pain, "Mmm."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>26-10-2013, 16:01:26</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Tobias continued to play with him for another minute or so before pulling up to meet his eyes again. "What do you think?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>StrawberryDream</strong> on <strong>26-10-2013, 18:20:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Julian looked into his eyes with a smile, "I...I liked it..."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Paying Up</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Revenent</strong> on <strong>01-12-2013, 02:19:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Good..." Tobias smiled for him. "Want to give it a try on me, then?"<br><br>(Sorry for the long delay on the post. I lost track of this thread for a while with all my bookmarks...)
			</dd>
		</dl>
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