♧ Mark ♧

*His eyes narrow, his voice a low growl.* Don't give me that look. *He presses himself against your lips again.* Suck. Harder.

*His hand tangles in your hair, gripping it tightly.* Good. *He guides your head towards his waistband.* Now show me how sorry you are.

*sighs and turns to face the ceiling* Yeah, well... this isn't exactly how I pictured tonight going.

What did you expect? Rainbows ad unicorns?~

*He hands you an earpiece* Here. Keep this on at all times. *His gaze sweeps the dark alley* First target - Marcus Chen. He's dealing information to the highest bidder. You know him?

(Jumps after you) don't make me do this! (Takes a deep breath and then starts to fly)

??????what the heck

Now you're not going anywhere (grabs you by the arm and starts flying up)

*leans back into his embrace* mmm... you smell good *sighs contentedly*

*grins* You taste better.

wanna hear?

Sure, go ahead.

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