Yes, Daniel would be happy with anything. Louis is aware.
It's not showing off, the quiet flex of wealth inherent in so much of what Louis does. He cares deeply for Daniel. He would like to give him the best of everything.
This is how it has always been for Louis. Affection telegraphed in the way luxury is laid out for them, the best of what they might enjoy caught and presented to them.
Admittedly, Columbus, Ohio, presents different options. Still, the details appear promptly in Daniel's inbox from Louis' personal email. A penthouse suite, staff instructed to expect Daniel's arrival. A coffin already arranged, discretion bought and paid for.
A brief message: Looking forward to seeing you.
Understatement. (Difficult to encompass the depth of feeling involved.)
There is every chance Daniel arrives first. The sweet-faced boy behind the counter is effusive in his welcome, and a handful of attendants appear in a rush to take his bags, offer to fetch anything he might want, is there anything the mini bar should be stocked with...?
He is advised: Mr. du Lac will be arriving within the hour. But here's a parcel waiting for Daniel, Mr. du Lac hopes it will keep Daniel entertained.
A white box on the coffee table contains a scuffed laptop, machine and its contents given over to Daniel's inspection. (The only sign of Rachida's presence, the diligence of her attention to every detail of Louis' intentions.) Louis' elegant handwriting marks out Daniel's name on a slip of paper, making the recipient of the offering clear.
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It's not showing off, the quiet flex of wealth inherent in so much of what Louis does. He cares deeply for Daniel. He would like to give him the best of everything.
This is how it has always been for Louis. Affection telegraphed in the way luxury is laid out for them, the best of what they might enjoy caught and presented to them.
Admittedly, Columbus, Ohio, presents different options. Still, the details appear promptly in Daniel's inbox from Louis' personal email. A penthouse suite, staff instructed to expect Daniel's arrival. A coffin already arranged, discretion bought and paid for.
A brief message: Looking forward to seeing you.
Understatement. (Difficult to encompass the depth of feeling involved.)
There is every chance Daniel arrives first. The sweet-faced boy behind the counter is effusive in his welcome, and a handful of attendants appear in a rush to take his bags, offer to fetch anything he might want, is there anything the mini bar should be stocked with...?
He is advised: Mr. du Lac will be arriving within the hour. But here's a parcel waiting for Daniel, Mr. du Lac hopes it will keep Daniel entertained.
A white box on the coffee table contains a scuffed laptop, machine and its contents given over to Daniel's inspection. (The only sign of Rachida's presence, the diligence of her attention to every detail of Louis' intentions.) Louis' elegant handwriting marks out Daniel's name on a slip of paper, making the recipient of the offering clear.