"... Alright," Raven replied, curious.

--

There was no reply and the door was locked. But after a minute, there were footsteps, and Nic answered the door looking like his normal self.

So Wolfe led Raven to Rosen's room where he appeared to have just gotten out of the shower. "He looked at both of them before grinning and motioning to the couch.

--

Laurel blinked when there was no answer and was just turning to leave when Nic opened the door. Her face instantly lit up, "Oh, hey!" she greeted him as she tried to step inside his room, bags in her hands.

So Raven went to sit down.

--

Nic let Laurel, closing the door behind her.

Rosen stood in front of them, "So... the winner of the bet is..." he paused for dramatic effect, "Raven!" Wolfe looked very confused.

--

Laurel set the bags down on the bed before taking a seat, "I hope you like what I got you," she smiled, a little uncertain, "I got as close to your style as I could."

Raven nodded, not too surprised.

--

Nic's expression didn't change as he clicked a few more things on the laptop before walking over to see what she had bought.

"He's definitely been with a man before, no doubt about it," Rosen nodded.

Wolfe blinked, "Rosen..."

Rosen shrugged, "I know you told me to keep it simple... but I haven't had that much fun in a long time," he grinned. Wolfe rubbed his temple.

--

A few new, nicer shirts that would be perfect in the humidity. A few jackets and a nice pair of pants. And a hat. "You'll look so cool," Laurel grinned, "And see, if you wear the jacket, no one can see your scars and you can still show off those perfect abs," she stuck her tongue out happily. Boy, she was in a good mood.

Raven blinked, glancing between Wolfe and Rosen. "What?" he asked.

--

Nic blinked looking at the clothes. Laurel could tell he was a little impressed with her judgement.

Rosen's grin grew, "We went all the way, baby~" he announced.

Wolfe sighed, "Laruel must not find out about this..."

"Of course not," Rosen scoffed, "Who do you think I am? Snow?"

--

Laurel beamed at the inherent praise. "I also found lots of yummy ingredients for one wicked Thai meal," she informed him with a wink.

Raven's jaw dropped open a bit in silent shock before he cussed. "Really?" he asked Rosen.

--

Nic looked just about as excited as he always did. But he nodded in acknowledgement.

Rosen shrugged, "Yep, it was all too easy. It's obvious Nic's been seduced before. He clearly liked it but was adamant that he wasn't bi.

Wolfe looked thoughtful.

"Also, he name dropped. Some dude named David. There's definitely something wrong with that guy's mind though. Very dark dirt," Rosen continued.

--

Laurel grabbed Nic's hand, "So what were you up too while Raven and I had fun? Sitting at your computer all day?" she chuckled.

Raven thought about it for awhile. "... Do we have any idea who that is?" he asked. "Maybe David has some insight on Nic."

--

Nic glanced at the clock like he hadn't realized the time. He nodded.

"Well it's someone who seduced Nic in the past... and someone Nic hates with a vengeance. When I mentioned that he'd named dropped he got dark and brooding," Rosen elaborated.

"We could ask Ming Yue," Wolfe stated quietly.

--

Laurel shook her head and teased, "You and that computer of yours... Are you hungry?"

Raven shrugged, not sure where else to look.

--

Nic shook his head.

"Have James ask Yue or something," Rosen suggested.

Wolfe slowly shook his head, "Those two... are not on good terms."

--

"Is there anything you want to do?" she asked a little playfully.

"Really?" Raven asked, upset that he was behind on the gossip.

--

Nic shook his head, not catching on.

Wolfe nodded.

"But back to Nic," Rosen replied, "I don't think he should be with Laurel until he gets this worked out."

Wolfe nodded again, "Raven and I have discussed this as well."

--

Laurel's smile faded a little, "Nothing?" she tried again.