but oh what a year

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[bredinthebone]

Alright. I'll work on it.

[She winds her arms around his neck, as she moves in closer.]

Just let me know what dates are good.

[walkouts]

Soon as I know, you'll know.

( He closes his eyes, letting himself feel her embrace. Smiling. If it could be like this always and he wasn't beholden to a legacy he can't remember, things would be so different. )

[bredinthebone]

Good.

[Malina pauses, just enjoying the moment of being here with him, and given that it is a brand new start to a brand new year, she tips forward, leaning in to kiss him softly.

She's doing her best to not do what she usually does. Not mistrust and suspect but just enjoy being present in the moment. She'll start here and hope that things can only go up.

Maybe make it her New Year's resolution.]

Happy New Year, Ford.

[walkouts]

You too, Malina.

( Something about 'Happy New Year," feels disingenuous. Like he's lying to her. And he doesn't like omitting the truth to not lie. He kisses her again, sinking into it. )

You coming up after close?

[bredinthebone]

[She nods because yes. That is the plan.]

I think I have just a few more things to tie up in the back, but other than that it shouldn't be too crazy.

[walkouts]

Door'll be unlocked.

( One more nice, long kiss. He steps off the stool, signals the bartender a goodbye and heads out. )