Getting out of the Manor (Markus/Open)

[Wynx]

Wynx wrapped her arms around his neck when he hoisted her up into his arms. Laying her head on his shoulder quietly. When he sat her in the chair she reluctantly let go. Looking at him. "Kay. Make sure mommy Tasha is alright." She said. Smiling at him but the worry was evident in her eyes. She stayed exactly where he put her. Looking around the kitchen boredly. She didn't move though because he was a grownup and Tasha told him to listen to him...and stuff.

[markus]

He'd felt her hesitation and figured it was more shock at the fact that he'd grabbed her and kissed her so suddenly. And sure enough moments later her arms slid around his neck and her lips began to move with his. Markus couldn't stop the smile that tugged at the corners of his mouth as she held him to her, letting him kiss her. His hold on her tightened gently, keeping her small frame flush against his. The hand at the center of her back slid up to cup her cheek in his palm. He held the kiss with her for several minutes that felt like hours before slowly breaking the kiss and letting his eyes flutter open as his forehead came to rest on hers.

His hand moved to brush a stray curl behind her ear, smiling gently at her. "I should have done that earlier. I wanted to do that earlier." He whispered as he stared deeply into her eyes. Markus took in a slow breath through his nose, not really sure where to go from here or what to say but couldn't stop smiling at the fact that he was holding her so tightly in his arms and loving every moment of it. The muscles in his arms flexed as he squeezed her in a quick hug before releasing her and took a small step back from her, his hands sliding down her arms to take her hands in his.

Markus chewed on his lower lip. "We should, um.. we should get back to Wynx.." He said as a faint blush crept up his cheeks.

[Tasha_Moondancer]

~Tasha of course was hesitant, I mean he came in suddenly or well not suddenly just she didn't catch him. Made her face him than just kissed her out of the blue and she wasn't sure what to think or how to respond for a moment. She had never known any male to have such a surprise on her like this. Leaning into the kiss, feeling just how tightly he was holding onto her not minding that she was kept flush against his body.

Her fingers lightly playing at the nape of his neck breathing in through her nose and really at a loss of much right now. Slowly opening her eyes when he finally broke the kiss and leaned his forehead against hers. Panting slightly as his hand rested on her cheek and she leaned into it a moment. Listening to him and blinking those eyes at his statement. Seeing now what his emotions had been trying to say out there.~ "You...you wanted to kiss me earlier? Why?" ~Biting her lip some trying to think and understand his motives unsure what she thought at the moment.

Though it would also appear she wasn't willing to escape the hold he had on her form either. Smiling some at the hug before it was over and he was than taking her hands in his before speakng again and she nodded her head. Picking up slightly on some worry from her daughter as well as happiness and boredome which had her smiling.~ "Yea umm we should." ~Biting again on her lip though noticed neither of them made a move to exit her room. And she stood keeping her hand in his and staring back into his eyes.~

[markus]

Markus caught the look of shock that played over her features when he'd spoken, a faint smile tracing it's way across his lips. At her question he smiled a little wider before shaking his head. "I've wanted to for a couple of days I guess..." He said with a shrug of his shoulders. He bit down on his lower lip, watching her for a moment. A low breath slipped through his teeth as his thumbs brushed across the backs of her hands, still trying to calm the throbbing of his heart. "I honestly can't pin a specific reason on it, Tasha. I just know that I've... wanted to." He'd had to pause for the briefest of seconds to push back the urge to say need instead of want.

He couldn't lie to himself, he couldn't deny it. He'd needed to kiss her, to know what it felt like to hold her in his arms, to know what she tasted like, to see if she was starting to feel the same things for him. God knew he needed it. He chewed on his lip again in nervousness, almost afraid of what she might say now as he held onto her hands. Hearing her agree that they needed to check on Wynx he smiled softly, taking a step back toward the open door before stopping.

His eyes caught hers once more and leaned carefully toward her. If she pulled back then he would too, if not then his lips would catch hers once more in a brief kiss that sent a shock through him and made his heart speed up instantly. He only held the kiss for a moment then pulled back, releasing his hold on her with a little smile. A strange emotion -strange for him anyway- was settling itself into his being. Happiness. For the first time in years he felt happy, though he honestly couldn't tell you what it was he felt, having been away from the feeling for so long. After the brief kiss he gave a small tug on her hands to lead her from the bedroom so that they could indeed go check on Wynx.

[Tasha_Moondancer]

~She was shocked and only slightly still for the moment although seeing the smile she happily returned it. Blinking those golden amber eyes though letting them widen slightly when he said he was wanting to for days. A blush creeping it's way over her cheeks unsure what to say honestly, she had known his emotions were all over. But this was never even an idea in her mind as to why.

Feeling out his emotions for the moment and hearing his answer she nodded some, moving a hand slowly up to his cheek. Holding it there a moment as if trying to read something behind his eyes, or maybe just trying to understand she wasn't really sure.~ "I...I don't know what to say. You caught me offguard that was for sure. Guess I'm just surprised you wanted to kiss me of all people." ~Letting out a faint, yet soft breath looking away briefly before her eyes once more went back to his own. Letting her hand slip back from his cheek to once more be claimed by his hand.

Letting him step back towards the door although seeing how he refused to let her hands go was rather cute. Biting her bottom lip a moment before seeing him lean in again and felt his lips touching hers again, sending a shiver washing over her spine. Not a bad kind of way just an intense one. Opening her eyes when he stepped back and offered a smile back to him. Feeling theh tug and moving to follow him back out of her room and to the stairs.

Picking up on Wynx who was bored and curious a little worried and knew that was more towards her. Hating that she caused the little one to worry, shaking her head a little while following him silently back down the stairs towards the kitchen. Her mind still trying to process everything and unsure for the moment, although she honestly didn't mind the kiss or his holding her. Just maybe wondering what it all mean or could mean.~

[markus]

Markus blinked when she spoke, letting her words run through his mind as he tried to make sense of it. Why not her? Sure, he'd met a couple of attractive women here in Orealis. The cashier at the clothing store, the woman at the library, a woman walking down the street as he'd sat outside with Tasha a couple of days before. But none of them really had anything he desired. They were pretty, sure, but they weren't the kind of woman he wanted. He let the words mull over in his head as he'd kissed her and pulled her out of the room and down the hall. His tongue brushed over his lips in thought as they walked slowly down the stairs, his hand still holding onto hers.

It would almost seem as if he wasn't going to say anything more on the subject but then he turned toward her with confusion etched into his features. "Why you of all people?" He asked, brows furrowing. "I mean, why would it surprise you?" He asked only seconds later, realizing that the first question might not have made much sense. He peered at her from the corner of his eye, brows still furrowed lightly as he waited for her answer.

The question made sense to him. Why should it surprise her. He'd been growing more and more attracted to her with every passing day and he'd tried -hard as hell- to squash it out. When he realized he couldn't.. well that was when things started to change for him. He lead her slowly down the hall toward the kitchen, figuring that if they got there and still had more to talk about they could wait for Wynx to go to bed, could wait to have whatever conversation that would follow until later tonight. He chewed on the inside of his lip, trying to keep his eyes off of her but finding it difficult as hell. After all everything about her screamed 'look at me'. At least to him anyway.

[Tasha_Moondancer]

~Tasha hadn't ment for her words to be confusing to him, she had only been curious why he would chose her. She was a fiery, proud, strong female not to mention he was a human. How could he possible want a female that could shift into a large wolf? She wasn't use to anyone other than her own kind showing interest in her and this slightly surprised her really. Enjoying the kiss while her mind tried to process everything.

Moving along the hall than downstairs, not minding that he still held her hand for now. Although as he spoke she turned to look at him once more before sighing softly.~ "I'm not sure just never had someone outside my own race show interest so wasn't sure really what to think. Not that I mind it is just a shock. Your emotions have been all over and I couldn't really pinpoint a particular reason."

Biting on her lip some as they reached the bottom of the stairs and she inhaled a little. Glancing up as they would make the way through the foyer towards the kitchen now allowing a smile slip onto her face.~ "Wynx hunny thank you for listening to Markus and waiting here."

(ooc: Wynx you can post after me again now)

[Wynx]

Wynx was twiddling her thumbs. Playing with her fingertips. Then picked up the salt and pepper shaker on the table. Making them dance together. She stayed sitting where Markus had put her. She noted out of the corner of her eye that the two grownups had come back. Dancing the salt and pepper shaker like they were in a ball room. The salt representing Markus and the pepper representing Tasha. She got a knowing smile when she noted that Markus looked at Tasha like her daddy had looked at her mommy. Kids catch onto these things you know. Her smile turned into one of happiness when they came back in. She put Mr. Salt and Mrs. Pepper down.

She nodded her head. "No problem. He is an alpha figure. That is what mommy said strong men were. Some were just greater alphas then others. Besides...I didn't see any reason not to listen." She giggled. "Also he reminds me of my uncle who was so uberly cool. So even when I forgot to listen to my daddy I would always listen to my uncle." She shrugged a bit but was smiling. She pushed the salt and pepper shaker away. Giggling as she remembered their imaginary dance she put them through. Her imagination worked in over drive sometimes. Primarily when left to her own devices for any period of time.

[markus]

Markus was falling for her for all of those reasons. She was strong and proud and fiery, but she was also modest and beautiful, kind and loving, interesting to be around and genuinely interested in things other than herself -as beautiful people were unfortunately known for being. As for her turning into a giant wolf? That didn't bother him in the least bit. So what she turned into a wolf. He honestly wouldn't care if she turned into a giant ogre. Turning into a wolf didn't define who she was, it was just a part of her.

When she spoke he laughed quietly and shook his head. "I don't see why no one else ever has." He said as he gave a gentle squeeze to her fingers. "And the reason they've been all over the place is because I was trying to hide what I was feeling.." He said, chewing on his lower lip. He let the conversation die off though as they entered the kitchen. Now wasn't the time for that, now was the time to talk to Wynx.

When the little one spoke of him being an alpha figure he couldn't hold back the astonished laugh that slipped out. "Me? An alpha figure?" He asked, still sounding astonished. "You sure you're not still sick?" He asked, more of a tease to his tone now as he smiled at the child. Markus laughed again as the little one said he was like her uncle and just shrugged lighty. His gaze followed her hands as she pushed the salt and pepper shakers away, catching the little giggle that slipped out when she did. A brow arched lightly as he watched her. "What's so funny?" He asked, barely realizing that he still held Tasha's hand in his.

[Tasha_Moondancer]

~As they continued downstairs she was still reeling over what had just happened in her room. The kiss, god what could she say about it? The fact it had been different, almost more intense than she had with other guys even her former mates. It had her just completely and utterly loss in Markus for that moment. Even now she was still thinking a little before hearing him and glanced over.

Those liquid amber eyes seemed to sparkle more than they had in awhile before she smiled.~ "You don't find many humans willing to chance being with one like me honestly. Or so that was what I was assuming. Can't say why for sure." ~Shrugging some before nodding as he mention about his feelings and couldn't help squeezing his hand lightly. Leaning in and kissing his cheek before they were insight of Wynx.

Although seeing the little one playing with the salt and pepper shaker had Tasha smirking some. Watching her daughter with amusement before hearing her and that smile grew. She was possible one of the brightest little girl and she had a feeling from the girls emotions. Wynx knew what was going on or had some kind of idea and she wasn't sure what to think. It was nice that she knew but still Tasha and Markus weren't even sure of what was going on...or where they?

Shaking her head she tilted her head some feeling amusement coming from Wynx, but before she could say anything Markus was. Although at the mention of him being a alpha figure did have Tasha blushing and biting down on her bottom lip. 'She is alot smarter than one would think, might have to be careful for now.' Her mind mused not wishing to get Wynx's hopes up or anything till the her and Markus were sure.

Waiting for now on what the little one said but she too was not realizing they had yet to release the others hand. Or perhaps they did and just didn't wish to be separated.~

[Wynx]

Wynx looked at Markus with honest confusion when he laughed. What was funny about that comment? It was a fact. "Yeah. You are an alpha figure. The puppies are still out on the strength of the alphaness." She said seriously. She looked at herself. "I feel fine. Mommy said strong men were alpha figures. Some just had it in them to be the alpha male. Others were just alpha figures. I'm not sure which you are but you are for sure an alpha figure. I can tell you are strong. That if I was in danger you would protect me. That is all that really matters to me. That and that mommy tasha is happy. She seems happy so there is no doubt in my mind on anything." She was very solemn. She looked at the table.

"My mommy told me that some males are strong enough to be strong. Others are strong enough to be strong even when they feel. You seem to me like someone who is strong enough to accept if he was sad or happy. Just a feeling I have. Besides....mommy said you are...that is all that matters." She looked at her hands. "I still hear mommy sometimes." She looked at them and shook her head. "Anyways...Mr. Salt and Mrs. Pepper were dancing. That is what was funny." She didn't actually answer the why it was funny. Not fully anyways.

She looked at Tasha. "Now I have a new mommy who is just as awesome as the mommy who gave birth to me. So I'm happy now. I feel I can be a kid again. That I don't have to be grown up so I can protect myself. I have people who will protect me. I have you, Mr. Hero, and Mommy Tasha. A kid couldn't get any luckier. I know this because for a while I only had me. Almost three years...I had nobody who wanted me or anything. Then I met Mommy Tasha. Now I have all I need and more." She smiled a bit. Just kicking her feet under the table.

[markus]

"And just what's so wrong with you that a human wouldn't want you?" He asked as a brow arched up, of course insinuating that she may have thought there was something wrong with him because he wanted her. His fingers gripped hers again before looking back to Wynx. Kid was too damned smart really. He let the conversation die off with Tasha for the moment, they could discuss this later if needed. For now it was time to focus on the child. He chuckled softly when the little one spoke, shaking his head lightly. "Well, that's certainly a new one for me to be called there, kiddo." He said with a smile at her.

His smile softened slightly as he looked down at her while she continued to speak on him being strong and protecting her. He just wished he'd been able to protect his own children. He stifled back the surge of emotion to keep it from affecting Tasha before he knelt down in front of Wynx, still reluctant to let go of Tasha's hand. "Of course I'd protect you, Wynx. And Miss Tasha." He stated as if it were nothing more than common knowledge. A look of faint confusion and concern played across his features as Wynx said that she still heard her mother sometimes.. that certainly wasn't normal, was it? He flashed a look up at Tasha before turning back to Wynx as she said that the salt and pepper shakers had been dancing and smiled at her.

"Oh were they? What else dances?" He asked as he looked at her before hearing the child speak to Tasha. He smiled at Wynx again then let out a soft breath. Poor child had been through more than any her age ever should. It was sad and he couldn't help feeling his heart break for the little one. He squeezed Tasha's hand again and licked at his lips. "So when are you cooking dinner?" He asked with a sly grin. She knew all too well by now that him and cooking were a match for disaster. That was like starting a grill and pouring a gallon of gasoline onto it... then tossing a match and not expecting a mini-explosion. Markus just didn't cook.. It was a bad, bad plan.

[Tasha_Moondancer]

~Hearing his question she was going to answer, but they were in Wynx's presence so she let it go. Squeezing his hand back before looking to her daughter. Nodding slightly to her words but for the moment stayed quiet listening as she spoke about what her mommy had told her and sighed softly. Feeling the emotions coming off the child and Markus although he tried to keep it more in check.

Licking her lips as she smirked a little to what Wynx was calling Markus before he responded and she looked to him curiously. Although when he knelt down she still had yet to release his hand sucking in a breath to his words.~ "He's right Wynx you are protected and you can be more relaxed." ~Raising a brow as she spoke to her directly and Tasha couldn't help the smile that came over her face before she knelt down and hugged the little one. Though couldn't help laughing softly when Markus asked about dinner.~

"Hmm when indeed though I suppose we can start it now. Wynx why don't you go play in your room. I will call you when dinner is ready it will be probably an hour. Or you want to help us? Think you might like Fajita's or have you ever had them?" ~Remembering the girl didn't know about alot of foods, but was checking if not well they would soon find out if she liked them or not. Kissing her cheek before shifting back up and would wait till she got an answer.~ "Oh by the way Markus you'll be helping me, I'm putting you to work as my assistant tonight." ~Glancing over to him with a smirk, sure he couldn't cook didn't mean he couldn't chop or mix up things she needed now did it?~

[Wynx]

Wynx looked at Markus. Nodding her head but not really sure what to say. She had been guessing based on his reaction to what she was calling him that it was a new thing for him. His comment just confirmed what she already suspected. She smiled as he confirmed he would protect her and Mommy Tasha. However, Mommy Tasha was a strong lady who could protect herself if need be. Though she understood the sentiment...sorta. "Yeah they were dancing." She looked at the table. "Mommies and daddies the night before the full moon." She said softly. Remembering her daddy was teaching her a little about wolf dances before the bad thing happened. She forcefully surpressed the memory of the scary men with silver. She didn't want to remember it anymore.

She smiled at Tasha's words. She frowned when she was told to go play in her room. "I want to help Mommy Tasha and Markus make dinner. It sounds like more fun then playing by myself." She said with a small smile. She blinked and looked at Tasha blankly as she mentioned Fajita's. What in the world was a Fajita? She giggled when Tasha told Markus he would be helping no matter what. Well that is basically what she said. "I don't know what a Fajita is. Mommy never made fajita's before." She didn't remember much more than wild meats and occasionally wild fruit or onions.

[markus]

Unfortunately the woman wouldn't be able to see them or speak with them unless she magicked into Tasha's kitchen, though it wouldn't be difficult for her to come up to the fence in the backyard or even knock at the front door. Perhaps Tasha or Wynx's keen sense of smell would pick up on the scent of someone nearby, but Markus' plain human nose didn't detect anything out of the ordinary. Markus made a face at Tasha as she mention him being her assistant for the night and couldn't help the tiny frown. Tasha knew all too well that Markus couldn't cook. Hell he could burn water by trying to boil it, he could char toast while standing right next to it watching. Markus was not a cook.

"You sure that's a good plan?" He asked with a brow arching up slightly. He couldn't think of anything she might need him to actually do in the kitchen.. scratch that. Anything that he could do. Markus licked at his lips lightly before turning the bright green gaze onto Wynx with a smile. "You're right, mommy's and daddy's do dance together." He said softly. Of course he didn't know that she meant wolf dances. Being human, Markus wasn't privy to all of that.

Hearing the litte one say she wanted to help with dinner and that she didn't know what a fajita was he chuckled and scooped her into his arms. Markus was feeling more and more comfortable being around the girl every minute that he spent with her. Of course his heart still ached greatly for his own children, but somehow Wynx was alleviating that pain a little. "Well, fajita's have torilla shells and some veggies and a really good sauce and.. what kind of meat did we get?" He asked as he looked to Tasha, knowing that there was both beef and chicken. He bounced Wynx slightly in his arms as he waited for Tasha's answer.