sholmes catchall

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You can decline the quest or tell them you can't do it. I was asked to do something that I should have turned down on spot, but when I came back later, they let me break off the deal.

But I'm sure you're right. The more you want something, the higher the price.

[ He pulls him a bit closer by the belt, kissing his jaw lightly. ]

I won't do anything that will put either of us at risk. Or anything that might threaten this.

[ Hopefully with the swell of positive, warm emotion, he can pick up the fact that "this" is their partnership. ]

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That's rather nice of them. Though now I do wonder what in the world they asked you to do.

[He's just sending more flustered feelings over the bond. He's never experienced anyone being so overly affectionate before. It's a new experience. Also, he's Very Victorian, so its not like gestures like this could be that commonplace.]

[His hand moves to the back of the other's head, keeping him there.]

That's very kind of you. But please, always look out for yourself first, yes?

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Honestly just spending time with other people.

[ He's not even close to being sorry for flustering Sholmes like this. He might not be overly PDA when other people are around, but being affectionate like... he just wants to dote on Sholmes and pour attention on him.

It's not like he has to force him to stay, but that hand is nice. ]

For your sake, right? But the same goes for you.

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It's good to spend time with people. What a nice so-called price to pay.

[He nods, moving his head to press a light kiss against the other's forehead.]

But of course. I would've expect anything otherwise.

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Yeah, I was pretty surprised, but I did want to get to know people better around here.

[ There's a smile at that. ]

Now, my dear, dear Sholmes... I could show it to you first hand. Even if you already felt what it's like to have those powers from my memory.

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Oh?

[He's interested, for sure.]

I did, yes, but...how would you show me?

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[ There's a slow, almost devious grin that spreads over his face. ]

I could take you on a little adventure on the rooftops.

[ Hopping is more of a Bunny thing, but he could do a bit of it, too.

Though, he pauses, a little hesitation as he realizes something when Finley lightly mouths his leg. Debating something. ]

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An adventure? You know I like adventures.

[And looking down at Finley.]

...Ah, though you'd have to carry our daemons too, wouldn't you?

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You'd have to hold Finley. In her rabbit form, of course.

[ He's ... a little worried how Sholmes feels about that. After everything. What he does know is that he doesn't mind the idea of Sholmes touching Finley again, but it still is a big thing. ]

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Ah.

[A pause.]

It...wouldn't hurt you?

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[ Finley sits down, peering up at Sholmes. ]

No. No, I'm sure it won't.

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[There's an air of nervousness over the bond - because he says that, but it still feels like something could go wrong. Like it only worked because of that curse, and nothing else.]

...Could I just...attempt touching her? To see.

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[ Kotetsu feels that nervousness and has his own nerves going on. But he nods. There's also a hopeful thread that's mingling. ]

Please do.

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[He'll pause, before reaching down. Hesitating. And then, decisively, putting a hand gently on Finley's head.]

[He's watching Kotetsu to gauge for his reaction.]

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[ That nervousness instantly bleeds into an overwhelmingly positive sensation. It's a sense of euphoria that courses through him.

No curse to blame, or anything else. This pure, raw feeling is even stronger than before and he needs to lean on Sholmes just a little to keep himself grounded.

Finley purrs softly, leaning her head into his hand. ]

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...Ah.

[The emotion is felt quite strongly to the point where it almost feels like it knocks him over, emotionally. He takes a breath, using his other hand to encircle the other man, keeping him against him.]

You really are quite generous to this great detective.

[For allowing him into his life, like this.]

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[ There's a low, throaty laugh at that. He feels obsolutely giddy from the emotions this brings. ]

It's what my partner deserves.

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[There's...a slight pang of bittersweetness at that, because despite everything, the fondness for this man, he can't just toss Mikotoba away. One can't throw sixteen years down the drain. But nevertheless...]

[He leans into it, kissing the other on the cheek, warm.]

I feel honored.

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[ Having experienced that memory, Kotetsu knows exactly where it's coming from. But as he's emphasized from the beginning, he's never once ask Sholmes to turn away from it. It wouldn't be right, or fair. It'd be like asking him to remove his ring. There are some things that aren't easy.

He tilts his head to kiss his jaw lightly in return, feeling back a sense of understanding and acceptance of all these feelings. ]

I should be the one saying that.

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Mm.

[He lets Kotetsu kiss him, and sighs. He's always...so accepting. So open to him. It always surprises him, every time.]

My dear Kotetsu.

[He shifts, pulling the man's head up gently to place a kiss against his lips.]

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[ The bond helps with these matters, but there's no reason for him not to. They've come so far, gotten so deep.

He doesn't resist that, smiling softly as he returns the kiss.

Finley snuggles up against their legs, still purring. ]

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[Irene is pawing at Finley, like hello! Me! I also want cuddles!]

[Sholmes draws back, bumping his forehead with the other.]

Mm. Well, I'll attempt to carry her. For whenever you have this little adventure.

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[ Finley gladly turns her attention to Irene. Eff these gays, lesbian soul partner is where it's at.

Kotetsu stares back at Sholmes, a completely content smile on his face. ]

Just say the word and I'd be ready for the adventure.

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[Irene is just snuffling at Finley, because lesbians are the only valid ones here. She's happy.]

Let us wait 'til later. I would hardly want to surprise everyone ahead of later tonight. But I'm willing, you know.

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[ Honestly, they're the true endgame ship. Finley starts lightly grooming Irene, too. Fuss fuss over her. ]

I'm glad. I'm excited to show you in person. Then you'll be able to get the full hero experience.

[ Cheeky grin. Is he going to wear his mask for this? Probably, the absolute nerd. ]