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The job was set. Find the distortion and capture it accordingly. There was little time to spend on other kinds of activities.
That was what I wanted to tell Hestia. Since there was a limit to our business in this district, I tried to explain this accordingly.
She did not listen to me anyway.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
Come onnnn, babe...it's just one detour. Surely this distortion wouldn't be running so fast?
Meursault SOLEIL
That is not the concern here. Our job must be fulfilled.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
I just want a drink! Look, there's a vending machine right there. We'll stop for maybe...ten? Fifteen minutes? And then we'll go.
Meursault SOLEIL
....
Meursault SOLEIL
The job must be done.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
I'm thirsty.
Meursault SOLEIL
The job must be done.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
Well, I'm going. Come follow if you want, or don't.
Two options lay before me. Either I follow Hestia and waste time drinking, or hunt down the distortion myself and risk losing her in the process.
There was a feeling that the former may be the better choice. I couldn't pinpoint why, even if I was just a little annoyed.
I think it was because I was working with Hestia of all sinners. It's not certain. On the way towards the machine, she put her arm around me.
Meursault SOLEIL
Let us be quick.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
I told you, we will! Here, I'll even pay for your drink. What would you like?
Meursault SOLEIL
I have no preference.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
Black coffee it is.
Meursault SOLEIL
Okay.
Two cans fell down the hatch. They were cold. I usually enjoyed my coffee hot, but it didn't matter as I mentioned I had no preference. Hestia's hand didn't let go of mine, even as she was taking the drinks.
She did not release me, so I took the coffee with my other hand. I think her can was something sweet. The air felt more comfortable the closer I was towards her.
Almost did I forget that we had a duty in the first place. Most certainly, the others were on their way to try and complete the task on our behalf. If I were to explain this to the Manager, I know that Hestia would butt in and tell the truth.
Meursault SOLEIL
This is pleasant.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
What is? The drink?
Meursault SOLEIL
Yes.
Meursault SOLEIL
And being with you.
Hestia coughed, nearly spitting out what was in her mouth. That was the only time she let go of me. A reaction that felt strange, and good all the same.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
Oh, you...! Come here.
She pulled my face for a kiss. And when she did, my chest felt warm. I did not reciprocate the way I wished, but she seemed to have understood.
Hestia CHRYSÓTHRON
You're always so honest. I hope you're not mad we took a break.
Meursault SOLEIL
I am alright with it.
Her expression was a happy one. We were silent afterwards, so I reached out to hold her hand again. Neither of us spoke for a few minutes, instead focusing on our drinks. When that was done, the cans were thrown into the trash and she lead the way once more.
That small moment I had...I hope to remember it always.