I Know You Want Me (NoKai - M)

[Noa Reese]

Backdated: a weekend in early December 2013

Noa had a problem. And that problem was Kai Roen.

Or, rather: the absence of Kai Roen, because she'd been been reading- well, though she thought it was kinda trashy, she'd been reading a bit of.... bohemian fiction as the case may be, and she felt quite... inspired.

Which is why she decided: you know what would be fun? Going to torment Kai where he worked.

Call it the sadist in her.

If he didn't want her there, if he seemed really too nervous about it, she'd leave, of course - they had a good thing going, this no-strings-attached playing - she didn't want to cross his boundaries or make him feel like she wasn't trustworthy.

But she was easily... inspired, and sometimes (like now, for instance), when she had an idea that made her heart race and her lips curve into a mischievous smile, she figured doing something mildly risky would be fun. Which is why she chose something that was just the right balance between effortlessly sexy and carelessly slutty, threw on a layer of warm clothes, and drove to the shop.

Of course she left the extra layer in the car, walking briskly through the freezing parking lot to take shelter in the nice warm store. Not that she minded the cold when her purposes benefited by having her more... pert. At attention, as it were. Ahem.

In any case, she wasn't about to go right up to Kai - that wasn't her style, she much preferred to play with her prey - besides, there was definitely a floor manager or two that would be checking in on staff, and she'd rather appear to be a customer than a loitering friend. She didn't want to get him in trouble, after all, just make it hard for him to keep composure. Because getting a guy like Kai to lose it was so incredibly fun.

Which is why she wandered about in the department across from the lingerie department for a bit, looking at different things she liked, but mostly just putting herself on display and conveying that she was 'here to shop.' Psh - yeah, okay.

[Malachai Roen]

Kai wasn't expecting anything particularly interesting to happen that day, or that evening, really. With classes over for the term, he'd gotten into the habit of staying home in the evenings, occasionally venturing out to the House or friend's houses, but finding he rather enjoyed quiet evenings to reflect, drink some wine, and relax until next term started up. He worked long hours, so he thought he deserved it. At least, today, he was done after his shift without plans for yoga lessons or anything else later in the day.

He was dressed sharply as ever, his hair perfectly styled and scruff neatly trimmed, helping out a customer in the lingerie section. It was a man, actually, looking for something for his girlfriend - a common situation that Kai had a lot of experience with. It didn't take much time for him to find something the guy liked, and the Asian sent him off with a smile, looking around to see if anyone else needed his help.

Red hair caught his attention a department away. Was that who he thought it was? His lips curling into a smirk, he casually made his way over, pausing on the way to help a customer with directions before stepping up behind her (although surely she knew he was there, he was fairly certain she wasn't just here to shop).

"Can I help you, Miss?" he asked professionally, the only hint of playfulness in his eyes. "You seem... Like you might have a question or two." Perhaps related to the merchandise, perhaps completely irrelevant. But he was here to help customers, and right now, Noa was one.

[Noa Reese]

Despite not looking at him, Noa was on high alert for Kai's movements, so she most certainly knew when he finally approached her. Her lovely head-film that had been running that night with Zach was running now, sparking ideas of the many different ways this could go. Unfortunately he was being professional, which meant he kept a respectful distance. In her head, though... the goosebumps were already prickling along the back of her neck in anticipation.

His offer was quaint, but Noa was trying to decide how she was going to play this. She gave him a sweet smile, "Yes, actually." And then her mind was racing with so very many ways he could 'help' her-- right, right, she had a mission.

She adjusted the hanger she was holding so it hung off of her wrist. "I was curious where I might find a dressing room?" She was playing it cool, for sure. But she had a plan. Sort of. One she wouldn't mind if he ruined, to be honest. "I also wouldn't mind getting a second opinion..."

[Malachai Roen]

Unfortunately, the reason Kai was so good at his job and had kept it for as long as he had was that he had a very good poker face, and treated all of his customers equally, even if they were on the rather... Alluring side. Noa was a little different because he knew her, but he still couldn't let his coworkers oversee them flirting outrageously and end up telling a manager that Kai was hitting on customers. That just wouldn't be appropriate and would surely land him in some hot water.

No... He was going to play coy until he was sure there were no cameras or others around.

Yes, actually. Kai perked up even more, his lips showing the faintest hint of a smile as she played along with his 'game'. "Of course," he replied, tilting his head in the right direction. "Follow me." He started walking at a casual pace, his perfectly shined shoes clicking crisply against the tile floor. "I'd be happy to assist you with whatever you need," he assured her with a smile that was a little more suggestive, though only just. "I've helped many customers find just what they're looking for - hopefully I'll be able to help you find what you're looking for as well." Oooh, yes, he was doing well.

It wasn't too far to the dressing rooms, and he stopped as he reached the entrance. "Here we are. I'll stick around in case you need any extra... Help." He grinned again. "Alright?" At least the area seemed fairly quiet; Kai thought he could get away with a little naughtiness.