10-24-2014, 07:00 PM
A multitude of emotions washed the rugged exterior from Calvin's expression. He seemed to talk to himself as much as to Jensen, and those words were torn in their conviction. He wanted to stay and yet leave; he wanted to drink but he also knew it was only a band-aid. Jensen sympathized, so very deeply. As he poured the lemonade again, he knew the source of Calvin's issues wasn't addiction. It was suffering. Perhaps he had as much difficulty coming to terms with his identity as Jensen had with his gifts.
The compliment for kindness elicted the twinge of a smile. Soft and harmless, like flakes of spit snow, Jensen pat Calvin on the shoulder, with a small squeeze for friendly emphasis. "Of course you may stay. In fact, you'd be doing me a favor. It does get lonely. I'm fond of a big house with lots of hustle and bustle going on. These last few years have been quiet."
He gestured across the room. "TV?"
He led the way, but of course Calvin was welcome to hang out on the stool while Jensen sprawled on one of Doulou's sofas. Neither would he thwart their former conversation, but he sensed that Calvin wouldn't mind the distraction. He'd not push Calvin to open up, but he would welcome it with his undivided attention if offered. Otherwise, an evening of relaxation would do them both some good. Afterward, and closer to morning, a bed would feel great.
The compliment for kindness elicted the twinge of a smile. Soft and harmless, like flakes of spit snow, Jensen pat Calvin on the shoulder, with a small squeeze for friendly emphasis. "Of course you may stay. In fact, you'd be doing me a favor. It does get lonely. I'm fond of a big house with lots of hustle and bustle going on. These last few years have been quiet."
He gestured across the room. "TV?"
He led the way, but of course Calvin was welcome to hang out on the stool while Jensen sprawled on one of Doulou's sofas. Neither would he thwart their former conversation, but he sensed that Calvin wouldn't mind the distraction. He'd not push Calvin to open up, but he would welcome it with his undivided attention if offered. Otherwise, an evening of relaxation would do them both some good. Afterward, and closer to morning, a bed would feel great.