Harry Reesen (in_reserve) wrote in dc_nextgen,
@ 2012-07-30 23:56:00

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Hometown tour
What had started out as a very stuttering and fumbled attempt of asking if she'd like to see his hometown with him had actually turned out successful. Of course it had required some disguises since he had a secret ID still and Jess was green, but he didn't mind wearing the costume's goggles around. Most people if they saw them took them as sunglasses anyway.

After a tour of some tourist attractions (including the famous Flash Museum) and his personal favourite spots, Jess and Harry had ended up in the neighbourhood he was currently living and working in.

"I work over there. And there's a really good greasy spoon down the street we can go to later if you want," he says pointing to a community center then a place farther down the street.

Perhaps he should show her his place. It was expected if they were already in the area. But he hadn't really cleaned it up...

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	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 01:14 am UTC (link)
	"Cool. If we get hungry we can order some carry away or something," Jess comments. She is in a very good mood. Today has been so much fun and Harry is just adorable as hell. "The center looks nice Harry." (Reply to this)(Thread)

in_reserve
2012-07-31 01:24 am UTC (link)

He's had a very good day, and is still a riding the high of having her say yes to a day like this. He had been 'bold' enough (okay, bold for Harry) to offer his arm to her for most of the day. He trusted himself more with that then getting overly nervous with hand-holding. "It's not bad. They're fixing some stuff inside right now. But the pool and gym are real nice. Lessons start again next week so it'll be busy again," he replies conversationally. It was easy to talk about work, familiar things he could deal with.

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	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 01:26 am UTC (link)
	"Do you teach swimming classes or are ya an assistant," she asks. Her hand wanders down his arm and she almost touches his hand. She's done that off and on all day since she could sort of get away with it if she was careful. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 01:29 am UTC (link)
	"I was an assistant when I first started working here. I've been teaching some of the kids classes myself for the last few years," he admits. The few times she's actually touched his hands she'd gotten a small pleased blush out of him. He would admit he liked when she did that, although his reactions are enough that he probably doesn't need to. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 01:34 am UTC (link)
	"Really?" She looks.... pleased. She is proud of him because she knows he's such a shy person. "That's awesome Harry. I'm real happy for ya." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

in_reserve
2012-07-31 01:38 am UTC (link)

"Well it's easier not to be shy around kids," he admits with a blush. He was still quieter than most of the instructors but he didn't yell and the kids seemed to like him even more than they already did because of that.

"It's nice because work is close to my apartment." He realizes that's sort of an invitation if she wants to see it. Even if it isn't so clean at the moment.

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	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 01:40 am UTC (link)
	"Oooh!" She nearly pounces. "Can I...?" She wants to see it. She's just curious. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 01:47 am UTC (link)
	He blinks in surprise at that reaction. "Umm sure. But don't expect much. They advertise it as bigger than it is. I try not to." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 01:49 am UTC (link)
	"I'm sure it's just the right size for you." She offers him another smile. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 01:51 am UTC (link)
	"No, it's too small." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 01:52 am UTC (link)
	"Well.... You're kind of big...ish." She glances up. He's very tall. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 01:58 am UTC (link)
	"I...guess? There are bigger people," he shrugs. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 02:05 am UTC (link)
	"Well you're pretty tall," she shrugs slightly. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 02:07 am UTC (link)
	"Just because you're tall doesn't mean you're big," he points out. What? It was true, there were giant buff guys out there who were shorter than him. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 02:11 am UTC (link)
	That... gets a sly smile from Jess. "You're big enough for me." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 02:15 am UTC (link)
	"I am? I didn't know there was a size requirement," he blinks, quietly glad he's tall enough. Yes. Tall enough. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 02:17 am UTC (link)
	Oh my. Her cheeks almost burn. "Well any taller and I might have ta wear heels," she jokes. "You do have a couple inches on he already, slick." (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 02:26 am UTC (link)
	He seems confused at the blush. Why blush over a talk about height? "Umm well you can see it," he shrugs as they turn a corner. He's referring to his apartment obviously. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 02:29 am UTC (link)
	She's fine. Really. Good thing she hadn't been trying to talk just then. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 02:34 am UTC (link)
	There's a slight look of concern for her at that as they climb the stairs to his place. "It's hardwood," he says, trying to think of something positive. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 02:36 am UTC (link)
	"So... dark or light wood," she asks cheerfully. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 02:38 am UTC (link)
	He looks confused at the question. "Light obviously." The builders were too cheap for anything darker. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 02:46 am UTC (link)
	"Guess they didn't stain it then," she mutters looking way too thoughtful. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	in_reserve 2012-07-31 02:49 am UTC (link)
	"Unstained and untouched," he agrees while fishing out his keys and working on unlocking the door. (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)

	greenwillpower 2012-07-31 02:55 am UTC (link)
	"Huh." That gets an entertained twist of her lips. "So. Virgin wood?" (Reply to this)(Parent)(Thread)