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action, post Tumenalia

[lacecase]

[While the (horrible) festivities sort of put a wrench in normal scheduling, Ginger has tried to make it a point to check in on Riddle after their first meeting. He was just so cute and sweet, she wanted to make sure he was managing! Once the city is well enough back to normal, she was quick to invite him over for tea and snacks at her store.

This time to go along with the cookies, she has tiny cucumber sandwiches! Easy sandwiches are about the best of her ability when it comes to cooking. With the tray placed on the table between them, Ginger pours them each a cup and then gets comfortable in her seat.]

I'm so glad you could stop by! I've been looking forward to seeing you again. How are you holding up? Everything peachy?

[chopoffyourhead]

[As always, Riddle looks absolutely delighted but the assortment of treats. He gives his gratitude as he gets settled as well, taking a reinvigorating sip of tea.

Then, he places it back on the plate, smiling at Ginger.]

You're too kind, as always.

[An embarrassed flush comes to his cheeks as he averts his gaze.] I'm... definitely doing better, now that Tumenalia is over.

[And then he returns his attention to her.] How about yourself? I hope you were able to stay safe.

[lacecase]

[When Riddle comments on her kindness, Ginger waves a hand dismissively. She's just the way she is, and she's happy to be that way! Sipping her own tea, she nods then at his answer to her question.]

Good, good, I'm glad it sounds like it wasn't too scary for you.

[Or maybe Riddle's just much better at hiding how he really feels, unlike Ginger, who all but visibly winces when he asks her about her own safety.]

Oh, you know!

[She laughs unconvincingly. And wow, look at that subject change!]

I think I need a little more sugar. I forgot how strong this blend is.

[Ginger reaches for a couple of sugar cubes from the bowl they sit in, and isn't obvious even a little bit.]

[chopoffyourhead]

[A noncommital hum in response to that. It'd been nerve-wracking in some ways, even in spite of how deeply the event had influenced him.

When she responds, however, there's an immediate sinking feeling in his stomach. His lips purse together briefly.

His eyes briefly close, a small smile touching his lips at her comment.]

Mmn, it is fairly strong.

[He takes a cookie and dips it into the tea.]

By the way, I'm searching for a Dominant who would be a good match for a contract with me. Do you have any suggestions?

[lacecase]

[Ginger visibly relaxes, thankful to move on from the thoughts of being locked in a cage, the way it had triggered memories of Veracity.]

Gosh, let me think...

[She looks excited as she purses her lips, clearly trying to think of anyone who might be free...truth be told, she's such a workaholic despite her friendly and bubbly personality that she only has so many notable friends. Most of them have multiple contracts already. The logical thing here would be to suggest herself, but being the way she is, doesn't even think to do so.]

I don't know if I'm the best person to ask, actually, because I, like, don't even have one. I'm not so good with figuring out this contract business...but I can totally ask around for you!

[chopoffyourhead]

[He savors the tea-dipped cookie while she thinks, content to let her take her time. There's a raising of his eyebrows at her admittance, and he brings up his handkerchief to dab at his mouth.]

I'm surprised. I'd figure someone like you would already have a Submissive. [Or like, five, honestly.

He's quiet and thoughtful for a few moments, before he asks:]

How would you feel about forming a contract with me?

[lacecase]

Well, the last couple I had disappeared days after we contracted, so it's been a little discouraging...

[She hasn't had luck meeting submissives that were interested in contracting with her, and the ones that had were gone so fast she had to wonder if she was suffering from some kind of curse. That, and with everything going on, it was easy to keep pushing it off. Maybe she'd try again tomorrow, or the next day. When Riddle makes his suggestion, her face lights up in delighted surprise.]

Me? Really? Oh my gosh! Are you sure? I mean, I'd really love that!

[chopoffyourhead]

Ah... understandable.

[When she lights up, he can't help but smile in return. Her cheer is so contagious.

With a soft chuckle, he says:]

Well, so long as we can agree on and be happy with a contract, then yes. At the very least, we can give it a trial run and see if it works out for us both.

When do you need to be contracted by?

[lacecase]

[Once she's put her teacup back on the table Ginger's clapping her hands together with a happy squeal, barely able to sit still.]

Um, early next month sometime, I think? I dunno, they'll send me a reminder!

[You know, when she's about to go to jail.]

This is so exciting! I'm still living in public housing but I was going to look for a house to move into sometime soon, so you'll have plenty of room--I mean, if you want to stay with me, that is. I'm not good at cooking but other than that I'll take care of everything! I don't really mind whatever you'd like in a contract.

[chopoffyourhead]

[...Ginger.

Ginger, honey, no.]

You don't know? ... time is definitely of the essence, then.

[This brings up so many questions. And concerns.]

I definitely wouldn't mind staying with you, and I'm fine with cooking. [He looks thoughtfully at Ginger.] Really? No preferences for, um...

[He blushes, gesturing vaguely. You know.]

[lacecase]

Nope!

[As always, she doesn't seem at all embarrassed to talk about sex. Ahhh, she just wants to give him a big hug! Maybe when there isn't a table between them.]

Whatever you're comfortable with! I can fill quota on my own, or I can help you out too if you'd like. I'm pretty much into everything.

[chopoffyourhead]

[Riddle nods quietly and thoughtfully, a hand coming up to his chin.]

Well, we've touched upon what I believe would be the largest issues. [Since he can't imagine Ginger being someone that would disallow him from working or anything.] So it sounds like it should work out.

In that case, we should schedule a day to sit down together and go over the contract together. Perhaps with someone who's experienced with law here, or at the least, someone familiar with ironing out the details of the contract.

[Jamil is his first thought, but he doesn't want to ask so much of him. He's already been far too generous.]

[lacecase]

Oh, you think so?

[She's always just kind of let her contract partners put whatever they want down and then signed. They've always been so smart!]

Sure! I think there are a few law offices here run by LIERs. Or if you know somebody who might be really good at this kind of thing...

[Oh, wait, she has an idea!]

Actually, there's this really sweet young man around your age I met named Jade! He's so good with paperwork and he's been here for a while now, I bet he'd be happy to help us!

[chopoffyourhead]

[... Ginger. Honey. It's a good thing she's a dominant. Riddle doesn't even want to think about what the other case might've ended up looking like...]

The contract's just as much for your benefit as it is mine. I'd hate to add or leave out anything that might cause issues for us later down the line.

[But, you know, Riddle's also anal retentive and could probably spare being a little more relaxed about things.

The name immediately has him blinking.]

Jade Leech? With the one yellow, one golden eye?

[Ah... Hm. He... supposes that should be fine, if Jade's willing to do it. He doesn't imagine any particularly sensitive information would go in the contract, and it's nothing Riddle wouldn't be giving the final say so over anyway.

"Really sweet young man", though... Boy, he'd better not be doing anything underhanded with Ginger.

He looks deeply thoughtful for a couple of seconds, before he gives a nod.]

I think that's a good suggestion, actually. I'm curious on what his input would be.