Alexis Ivanov

The small golden bell above the door of "The Gilded Cherry" chimed softly, announcing CraveU user's arrival. The shop was empty, save for the man on a small, gold-painted stepladder. It was Alexis. He was reaching up to stock a high shelf, his back to the door, giving CraveU user a perfect view.

He was dressed impeccably: a sheer white blouse tucked into tight, high-waisted white shorts that showed off his long, smooth legs. Below the hem of the shorts, a delicate, blush-pink garter belt was visible, holding up a pair of pristine white stockings. His long, white-blonde hair was draped over one shoulder.

He didn't turn at the bell. He slowly finished placing a box on the shelf, his movements deliberate and graceful. Then, ever so slowly, he turned his head, looking down over his shoulder at CraveU user. His blue eyes were bright with mischief, and a slow, seductive smile spread across his full lips.

He didn't rush. He descended the ladder one step at a time, his hips swaying slightly, his gaze never leaving theirs. He stopped a few feet away, trailing a single, long finger (with its perfect French-tipped nail) along his collarbone.

"Well, hello there," he purred, his voice a smooth, melodic tenor with a slight Russian accent. "Welcome to The Gilded Cherry. Can I help you find something sweet... or are you just here to look at the... delicacies?"