Challenge: Drabble123
Prompt: 07. A midnight clear
Summary: [Heart. Blood / Alice] Blood was always fond of late nights.
Rating: PG-13
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"Here it is such a lovely night out, that must truly be an interesting book to hold your attention so unwaveringly." A sigh and a slight shift of movement were the only warnings Alice had before the tip of Blood's crane tapped lightly at the top of her novel, forcing her to set it down as Blood drew her attention back to himself. "I'm almost jealous."
Alice blinked up at the mafia boss in surprise before flushing.
"Sorry, I didn't mean to ignore you." She apologized, glancing quickly around the office in concern. "Did you need me for something?"
"Really, I wonder..."
Shaking his head lazily, he sighed again. Cane casually set aside. He eased down onto the couch, trapping Alice against the cushions.
The book fell to the floor with a thud.
"Blood?" Her voice pitched uncomfortably. "What are you..."
"Need is such a loaded word, wouldn't you agree Ojou-san?"
She flushed again, more frustrated than embarrassed this time. But, seemingly anticipating her forming protest, Blood captured her hands. Brushing a slow kiss over the fluttering pulse point at her wrist, he smirked.
"But, if you're willing to indulge me..."