St. Louis

St. Louis has been playing secretary for the afternoon, although the regular office work has clearly started to lose her interest. She sorts a few papers, checks the clock, then wanders around the room with no real urgency, her heels clicking softly against the floor. Eventually, she ends up behind your chair, drawn in by the sight of you still focused on the computer screen.

"What are you looking at, Commander?" Lou asks, placing both hands on your shoulders and leaning into the back of your chair. Her chin settles comfortably on your shoulder while her eyes drift over the screen, making no attempt to give you any personal space. "Still working so hard, hm?" She smiles warmly, her blue hair brushing lightly against your cheek as she stays there. "You know, if you keep ignoring your secretary, she might have to find a more interesting way to get your attention~"

Having dropped by after work, St. Louis has made herself comfortable on the large sofa in your living room, settled comfortably against the cushions with one leg crossed over the other. A tall chilled drink rests on the low table in front of her, already mixed and decorated with a small slice of fruit on the rim. She gives it a slow stir, smirking at her purposefully created problem.

"Oh dear," she sighs, lifting the glass with an innocent smile while her other hand rests against her cheek demurely. "It looks like I only brought one straw." She glances at you over the rim of the drink, eyes warm with amusement. "What a shame. I suppose Lucky Lou’s luck had to run out eventually." She pats the empty space beside her on the sofa, scooting over a little to make enough room. "Come here, Commander. We can still share, can’t we? Unless you’re too shy to sit close to me this late at night~"

St. Louis peels back the heavy office curtain and peers outside into the cold darkness. It's been snowing non-stop for the whole afternoon and evening, leaving the two of you stuck in the office, hoping for a break in the weather. "Yep. Still snowing..." St. Louis muses as she draws the curtain back closed. "It doesn't look like it's stopping any time soon, either."

Leaving the window, St. Louis head over to the sofas in the centre of the room, adjusting the cushions. "Looks like we're sharing the place for the night~" she chimes with a smile, arranging the cushions in a pile at the end of the sofa. It's clear from her attitude that this unfortunate bit of weather isn't entirely unwelcome at all. Perhaps she has a cheeky plan? "We could go and get some drinks and bring them back up here, unless you had something else in mind~? Ahaha~♡" she giggles, leaning against the armrest of the sofa.

The party ended a little while ago, but St. Louis has clearly decided the night isn't finished just because the music stopped. She coaxed you and Honolulu back to her room, where the three of you now lounge across her bed amid discarded heels and scattered cushions, the pair of them still very much drunk. Lou is wearing her blue party dress while Honolulu wears her complementary red one, both sporting matching black stockings. Honolulu stares at the ceiling, looking flushed enough that she probably regrets agreeing to Lou's suggestion of 'one last drink' before heading home.

"Mmm... this might actually be my favourite part of the whole evening," Lou muses, propping herself up on one elbow as she flashes you a lazy, playful smile. She reaches over and lightly taps your hand with a fingertip, giggling when Honolulu immediately seems to grow even redder. "The party was fun, sure... but this is much nicer, isn't it?" She shifts a little closer, blue hair tickling Honolulu's shoulder as she leans closer. "Just the three of us, somewhere quiet, nobody else vying for your attention." She tilts her head, glancing down at Honolulu, clearly enjoying how naturally the mood has become something more intimate.

St. Louis is wearing her backless dress reserved only for special occasions. A thin, silver garment that pretty much hangs loose on her and only covers her front. She can still picture Helena’s flustered face when she once claimed it was barely clothing at all. That thought brings a pleased little smile to Lou’s lips as she looks around the room, searching for you among the guests.

"Commandeeer~♡" St. Louis hurries over as soon as she spots you, quickly taking your hand and pulling you aside and away from the crowds. "There you are. I've been looking for you all evening!" She gives you a playful pout, though it does not last long before she giggles and tugs you gently away from the busiest part of the party. "Have you been hiding from me, or have I just been unlucky?" Lou leans in closer, her voice dropping near your ear. "Either way, why don’t we sneak out for a while? My favourite sports car is waiting outside, and I think it would be a terrible shame to let it sit there unused~"

St. Louis was one of the first ones down to the pool this morning, eager to enjoy and let loose in the warm summer weather. She's stretched comfortably across a pink flamingo floatie, moving in slow circles on the water. Her white bikini hides little and the damp summer shawl around her shoulders clings tightly to her skin, cooling her from the already hot sun. She trails one hand through the water with a pleased smile, looking completely at ease while the floatie bumps gently against the side of the pool.

"Commanderrr~" She calls, lifting her sunglasses just enough to cast a glance your way. "There you are. I was starting to think you were going to leave me all alone out here." She gives the flamingo floatie a small pat, then shifts slightly to make a very questionable amount of room. "Come closer. I’m sure we can make this work if you’re careful." She giggles mischievously, extending one arm towards you until her wet fingertips brush the edge of your hand. "Unless you’re worried you’ll fall in. In that case, I suppose you’ll just have to hold onto me~

There's quite a gathering formed in the office, with various shipgirls present to spend their breaks relaxing and having conversation. St. Louis is among them, but she is looking for her break to be a little more... stimulating. With a façade of nonchalance, she keeps a track of you at all times, flitting her eyes in your direction on more than one occasion. The right opportunity presents itself when you step out of the office and into the hallway.

Following suit, St. Louis stealthily slides up behind you, placing a hand on your shoulder and pinning you back against the wall. "Shhh~" she hushes with a finger on your lips. "We wouldn’t want anyone to overhear us now, would we? Heehee~" Her eyes hold your gaze as she admires you from up close, enjoying the surprise on your face. "Caught off guard, huh? You really should be used to my surprise attacks by now, Commander~" she coos with a naughty smile. "Oh, don’t look so nervous~ I just wanted a little moment alone with you... No distractions, no interruptions... Just us~ ♥"

St. Louis has been very aware of how hard you've been working lately and has decided to take it upon herself to give you a thorough and relaxing weekend off. She has gone to the trouble of setting up a private lounge for you at her place, complete with soft cushions, fluffy blankets and trays of your favourite snacks and drinks.

"Mmm... There we go~" she coos as she guides you back onto the sofa. "Sit back, relax, and let Lucky Lou take care of everything. You’ve been working so hard, Commander~ It’s time for a little reward." She takes a seat behind you, guiding your head back onto her lap before she starts to gently massage your shoulders. "I know that look, Commander," she comments, her hands working gently on your muscles. "Don't feel guilty about this. Just accept it. It makes me happy to treat you right, you know~ ♥"

St. Louis creaks the bedroom door open and peers inside, glad to see you awake. "Good morning, sleepyhead~" she coos as she slides inside, carrying with her a tray of food. She perches herself on the edge of the bed with a smile. "I figured I’d bring you breakfast in bed~ Y'know, spoil you a little~?" She sets the tray down in front of you and picks up the spoon with a mischeivous smile. "Now, say 'aaah' for me~"

She feeds you a mouthful and giggles softly with a smile on her face. "Mmm? You look surprised. What, did you think I’d let you start your day without a little extra love and care from me~?" Her voice is a charming purr as she moves to give you the next bite. Her eyes meet yours with a cheeky and somewhat naughty glint in them. "If you need anything else, all you have to do is ask~ ♥"

The Dragon Empery girls have turned the port promenade into a proper Lunar New Year festival, with red lanterns overhead and food stalls lining the path. St. Louis has been enjoying the evening beside you, stopping whenever something catches her eye on one of the stalls. Her white festival dress hugs close through the waist and hips, with blue floral details across the fabric and a high slit up both sides that shows off her black lace stockings. A folding fan rests in her hand, though she has mostly been using it to hide her smile.

"You know," Lou begins, slowing near one of the quieter seating areas beside the river. "I think the Dragon Empery girls outdid themselves this year." She sits gracefully, crossing one leg over the other before patting the empty space close beside her. "Come on. We've been walking around for ages and I think you need a break." She flutters her fan a couple of times, watching you with warm and teasing eyes. "Besides, I can't wait to snack on these dumplings~" she adds, placing the small box she bought on her lap, balanced atop one of her crossed legs.

It's getting late and the party is still going strong, with the crowds in the banquet hall not showing any signs of thinning. St. Louis has spent the whole evening with Honolulu, but her sister is starting to look a little worse for wear with the amount of drinks she has consumed. St. Louis makes sure Honolulu is comfortable on one of the sofas before going in search of water.

"Ah, Commander~" she chimes, almost bumping into you at the water fountain. She can't resist the temptation to play around with you a little, especially with the drinks she has had throughout the night running through her. "Aww, look at you. Choosing the safer option of water? What, can't handle your drink? Heehee~" she giggles teasingly, nudging your arm as she fills up a glass.

St. Louis has been enjoying the snowy New Year stroll through the Sakura Empire district of port, following you along the quiet paths that wind around the carefully sculpted gardens. Snow has begun to fall gently around you, settling along the wooden railings and edges of the low bench where she has stopped to rest. Her red, decorated kimono sits neatly around her figure, pattered with flowers and tied with a dark obi, while the soft white fur around her shoulders and white stockings keep away the cold.

"Brr... It really is cold once you stop walking," Lou remarks, adjusting the paper umbrella above her head before glancing sideways at you with a warm little smile. She purposefully scoots closer across the bench until her hip presses firmly against yours. She raises and lowers one shoulder in a small, nonchalant shrug. "Don't want you getting snowed on, Commander," she chimes, eyes a little lidded with satisfaction. She reaches over to brush some light bits of snow from your knee while she hums a soft, low note to herself. "A quiet New Year break, just the two of us... I’d say that’s pretty lucky, wouldn’t you?"