[ When he hears footsteps approach his door, he pauses in his painting, brush hovering an inch over the canvas before she knocks.
The stereotypical view of artists as hippies covered in paint never truly fit Klaus. He is methodical, like he is with most actions. It soothes him, gives him control, and an outlet that's much easier to pour himself into than deep conversations. It's a comfort, to create something vibrant and beautiful from nothing. He has many moods that have him at the canvas, but tonight it's a good one.
Setting his tools aside, he's soon at the door, mouth turned up just the slightest in a small smile as he sees Cami. She's carrying the necklace he gave her in a box, the bottle of wine an unexpected but welcome addition. ]
I see you found my gifts. [ There is something to be said about finding the right kind of present for someone he cares about, someone who's managed to find her way past the fortress he built around his mind and his heart. They're still there, of course, centuries of fortifying them don't lend to easy destruction, but she is one of the few he would not mind letting in completely. Stepping aside, he gestures for her to come in. ] And I see you've brought one of your own.
that outfit is SO CUTE btw
The stereotypical view of artists as hippies covered in paint never truly fit Klaus. He is methodical, like he is with most actions. It soothes him, gives him control, and an outlet that's much easier to pour himself into than deep conversations. It's a comfort, to create something vibrant and beautiful from nothing. He has many moods that have him at the canvas, but tonight it's a good one.
Setting his tools aside, he's soon at the door, mouth turned up just the slightest in a small smile as he sees Cami. She's carrying the necklace he gave her in a box, the bottle of wine an unexpected but welcome addition. ]
I see you found my gifts. [ There is something to be said about finding the right kind of present for someone he cares about, someone who's managed to find her way past the fortress he built around his mind and his heart. They're still there, of course, centuries of fortifying them don't lend to easy destruction, but she is one of the few he would not mind letting in completely. Stepping aside, he gestures for her to come in. ] And I see you've brought one of your own.