⎾ MOROSIS ⏌

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • ❛ 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚, 𝙅𝙪𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧.❜



Traveling and seeing the world was never in his sights. He had his duties and life to handle. Abel needed to maintain his way of life even if it killed him. He didn't know what else he would be. Abel had never given much thought to something else in life. He was happy for Miguel and in some way envied him. As they walked, Abel couldn't help but tease Miguel. He had found it always easy. Abel too wondered at the idea of kissing Miguel. The thought of dragging him into an alleyway and kissing him all over excited him. He however ignored such dangerous thoughts.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

Leaving that life wasn't easy. Nothing about it was. He couldn't begin to imagine what it was like for someone like Abel or Kieran. A boss and his right hand. While his own role in that world had not been so lowly, he had found freedom in it. He wasn't always at the beck and call of someone else, doing grunt work, and washing away the sins of others. In that sense, he didn't blame Abel for being jealous that he could get away. His role was replaceable when needed. A leaders role wasn't so easily handed. It was something to be earned or fought for. He wasn't sure which one Abel was. He wasn't even sure exactly how Abel had come into the scene. Out of all the things he'd learned about him those were some of the more iffy details. He imagined it was done on purpose, whether by Abel himself or one of his other employees he couldn't say. Nor was it important enough to ask. He doubted he would get a straight answer anyway. Leading him down the third block, Abel teased him again and he wanted nothing more than to silence these urges. Stupid brain, he thought. Jakob tried to convince himself that it was all because of the insanity of today and he was feeling mixed emotions. Yeah right. If Abel were to stop him now and push him up against the nearest wall he would gladly let him. It had been two years since he last tasted him and he'd been thinking of it ever since. Knowing it wouldn't happen, he continued on down the street. He could see the restaurant up ahead in the distance. He hoped that Abel would like the place he chose.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • ❛ 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚, 𝙅𝙪𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧.❜



Becoming who he was hadn't been entirely by choice, however it was one he'd have to live with. Abel hadn't wanted to be a mob boss though he hardly knew what he wanted to be anyways. He however couldn't drag himself away from such a life.

The idea of such intrusive thoughts were tempting but he didn't want to ruin anything, perhaps later when he was feeling braver but for now he was content. Abel continued to walk with Miguel, he could see a few buildings up ahead. He didn't exactly know where they were going but he was interested in what Miguel picked out for them to eat at.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

If given any other choice he wondered what Abel might do with himself. He couldn't really imagine him working some menial desk job, and he didn't have the people skills or shining personality for service work. Though the very idea of Abel wearing one of those florescent vests and attempting to keep his cool with half a dozen idiot customers did tickle him. No, for better or worse, being a mob boss just seemed to fit him. Like he was simply made for such a role.

Walking a ways further down the street their destination was in sight. From the street, the restaurant wasn't much to look at. The building was slightly older with a sandwich board and a few table and chairs out front. Above the door was a sign lit up bearing the establishments name. It was called Peter Pane. It was a little more upscale than a simple burger joint, but he was sure that Abel wouldn't mind. Food was food, right? As they approached the restaurant there were a few people gathered around one table outside drinking and laughing. Jakob paid them little mind and steered the male towards the entrance.

Right at the door they were greeted by a young male server. Jakob requested a table for two and they were then ushered inside. The building was nice decorated and practically empty, spare a few people at the bar and a few idle employees. They were led to a cozy booth with soft lights hanging overhead. Jakob released the males' hand and sat down on one side, taking a menu as it was given to him.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • ❛ 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚, 𝙅𝙪𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧.❜



Seeing this building up ahead it had character. He looked over the tables outside along with the sandwich board. Abel was curious but didn't have time to ponder as Miguel steered him toward the entrance. He pulled open the door, allowing Miguel to enter. Abel followed in after him. They were soon greeted by a hostess. He looked around, seeing it was hardly busy though it was early in the morning. Abel was pulled from his thoughts as they were led toward a booth. He walked beside Miguel as they made their way toward the table. Abel felt Miguel release his hand as he took a seat. He moved, taking a seat across from him. Abel thanked the hostess as he was given a menu. He relaxed in the seat as he looked over the menu. It was all in German which he didn't read well even if he could speak it, luckily there were pictures.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

Walking into the restaurant, Jakob followed the hostess to their table. He hardly cared about the lack of the crowd. If anything he preferred it this way. Not only that, he was glad to know that they were still serving anything other than alcohol. Releasing the man's hand, Jakob took one side of the booth and picked up his menu. He opened it and began reading it over. It was only then that he realized everything was in his native tongue. Glancing over his menu he saw Abel looking down at the various choices. "Sorry, I just thought about it. You can read this, right?" he asked, feeling a little sheepish. Given how well Abel spoke, he hadn't given his reading abilities much thought. He had assumed the male to be completely fluent in both speaking and written terms. Glancing back down there were pictures to match the food, but he didn't know if there were any particular ingredients that Abel preferred not to have on his food. He supposed he could help translate if need be.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • ❛ 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚, 𝙅𝙪𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧.❜



While he sat looking over the menu, he debated on a few choices. Abel could feel eyes on him before Miguel soon questioned him. He looked up at him and waved his hand side to side to signal sort of. "Reading German was never my strong suit." Abel responded back teasing Miguel. He wasn't bothered however he was doing alright. Abel merely was going to order simple anyways.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

Glancing over at the male, it hadn't occurred to him that he might have trouble. After all, Jakob had sent him texts in the past using German, including the one about Kieran stalking him. As Jakob questioned him, he watched Abel wave his hand back and forth dismissively. He smiled at his teasing words. "I never would have guessed," he teased back. "You always responded to my texts and spoke so fluently." Looking back at the menu, he looked through the different options. He'd only been here a few times before tonight. Usually during lunch and dinner hours they were quite busy. Like Abel, he was wanting something a little simple. It didn't take him long to find a few smaller burger options that weren't overloaded with toppings. Had it been earlier in the evening, he might have gone for something like that as their burgers were quite tasty.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • ❛ 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚, 𝙅𝙪𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧.❜



Abel had learned to speak in German at an early age. However reading and writing were only second to learn. He had never been the best at it; however he tried his best. Abel responded as he teased Miguel. He listened as Miguel commented surprised by his response. "I didn't say I was completely inept." Abel teased as he finally settled on something. He closed his menu setting it aside as he had chosen something.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

He understood how difficult it could be learning a language. Being tri-lingual was a headache on its own. He could imagine for someone growing up in an English speaking country that it only made things more difficult. However, Abel did seemed quite confident in his language abilities. Jakob continued to tease him and laughed softly as Abel teased him right back. "Never said you were." he replied, smirking. Giving the menu one last glance, Jakob soon came to a decision as well. He closed his own menu and set it down in front of him, noting how Abel seemed to have decided as well. Leaning back in his seat, Jakob looked around at the beautiful interior. He wondered if Kieran would have liked a place like this. Perhaps if this afternoon had gone differently he could taken him somewhere like this. Instead, he was probably off somewhere sulking and wreaking havoc on the locals. He supposed it was never meant to be for them. There were just too many misunderstandings and not enough patience between the two of them to sit down and explain.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • ❛ 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚, 𝙅𝙪𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧.❜



Confidence was overrated at times. He hardly thought of himself as confident. Abel though could merely pretend after all if he was confident, they wouldn't be sitting here right now. They would likely be plastered in some random alley way groping each other. However he had the right mind to keep his hands to himself. Abel listened as Miguel laughed and responded to his words. He watched as Miguel closed his menu and glanced around the room. Abel wondered what Miguel had on his mind but thought best not to ask after all he wasn't likely to like the answer.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

No doubt had Abel acted on his previous thoughts would Jakob have gone along with him. It wasn't as though he were starved for another man's touch. But he couldn't deny that he had been thinking about Abel more and more with each passing day. He didn't know if he was overthinking or just wishful thinking. Either way, he knew he needed to stop as it wasn't going to happen. The same way things were never going to happen again with Kieran. After setting down his menu, he couldn't help thinking about the man. Where was he now, did he too regret the way things went. It almost felt wrong to be thinking about him like this while also thinking about Abel. Perhaps it was for the best that he never got with either man again. At least then he wouldn't be getting his hopes up and ruining anymore relationships. With one more glance about the room, Jakob returned his attention back to the man. He was about to say something when a waitress approached their. She smiled politely and asked if they knew what they wanted. Jakob ordered himself a coke as well as the classic hamburger and a side of fries. He then handed his menu back to the waitress and looked towards Abel.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • ❛ 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚, 𝙅𝙪𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧.❜



Abel wasn't touch starved either. He could have anyone he pleased but it wasn't exactly the same. Abel too knew a relationship wouldn't work between them. He wasn't exactly the relationship type either. Abel didn't like the idea of being tied down nor would he expect it from the other. Careless sex was easier than wanting more.

It wasn't long before they were greeted by a waitress. Abel watched as Miguel gave her his order. He was soon given his turn. Abel ordered a coke with a bacon cheeseburger with fries. He handed back his menu to the waitress. Abel excused himself and made his way toward the bathroom.

He entered the bathroom to see he was alone. Abel made his way toward the sink and turned on the cold water. He washed his hands then bent over the sink to splash water on his face. Abel allowed the water to calm him as he was getting annoyed.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

He had no doubt that Abel could get any guy that he wanted. After all, he was tall, handsome, powerful. They'd be a fool not to be attracted to him. Jakob tried not to think about that though. He didn't want to imagine Abel with other men even though he knew it was probably something he did quite regularly. Jakob was no better. Here he was in a nice restaurant and all he could do was think of another man.

As the waitress came, Jakob gave his order and Abel soon did the same. She nodded and soon left them in peace. Once she was gone, Abel excused himself from the table. Jakob watched curiously as the man retreated. He wondered if everything was alright. Maybe he should have just gotten them some take out instead. After all, it was late and he couldn't imagine how tired Abel must be from his flight. While Abel was away, the waitress soon returned with their drinks and set them down on the table. Jakob quietly thanked her and pulled the his drink closer. He sipped his soda and stared blankly at his surroundings.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • ❛ 𝙅𝙪𝙙𝙜𝙚, 𝙅𝙪𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙀𝙭𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙧.❜



Regardless of them being together, Miguel's head was somewhere else. He didn't have to question it, he just knew. Abel was probably being paranoid but he couldn't help himself. He finished washing his hands and drying off his face. Abel left the bathroom to head back to the table. He could see their drinks were there as Miguel sipped on his own. Abel took a seat back across from Miguel. He grabbed his own drink bringing it closer. Abel took a sip as he sat there. Silence was taking over between them.