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But of course! But...you!

[And poking HIM in the cheek!]

Need not surprise me so thoroughly! You know I'll throw all my attention onto you in an instant!

I didn't expect that reaction. I'll keep it in mind for next time.

[ But he grabs Sholmes' hand to kiss his palm. ]

You can always invite me on those little trips so it doesn't happen in the first place.

But I want to do my due diligence, my dear fellow. Two heads can be better than one, especially if one is of a great detective.

[And a light sort of feeling, through the pained fog, at that kiss. He presses his forehead against the other's.]

Fair, but it's also nice to come together to work together. It's sometimes easier to figure things out that way.

[ He lightly nuzzles Sholmes. ]

...You should know, though. Suigetsu was the one that was voted guilty. He committed a murder, but he says he was also framed. Which means... there's still at least one person out there that did something.

This is true. And we have yet to work together quite like that, hm!

[And nuzzling him back, a little. Irene is hopping down from the bed to go rub up against Finley.]

Yes. That is most concerning. [He frowns.] One may consider that the role that stays awake may have realized the truth an set things up that way...or murderers against murderers.

Maybe we should consider doing a bit of that.

[ He nods a little, in thought. ]

Maybe... But I wonder how much we should be talking about the roles... Beyond mine, I mean. I don't want the Watchers to be getting hurt even more from it. But it was important you knew about it. A great detective needs all the clues he can get.

[ Finley lifts her head. Surprise, she's back in her tiger form now. But rubs her face against friend. ]

Let's try it tomorrow, shall we?

[And that is a fair question. Roles upon roles...they need to be careful, from here on out.]

It is a bit of a conundrum. On one hand, they seem to be helpful. On the other hand, trying one's best to obtain help from them puts them at risk. I think...I will carefully pry where I can. But I understand the risks all of you take. Clues may be clues, but when people are involved...one can't be so haphazard, no?

[Irene is more than happy to snuffle at Finley's head, patting her lightly with a paw. Lesbians. :)]

That sounds like a great plan. I know it's going to be... a hard day, but it's also our last day here before we move on.

[ He doesn't want either of them to get into trouble, nor the Watchers that risked themselves for answers. ]

Yeah. They're a big mystery. One we'll have to be careful about. You have a little more freedom than me, but keep in mind they shouldn't be shared.

[ Finley seems a bit more relaxed with Irene closer now, indulging in her company. Best lesbian partners. ♥ ]

We should enjoy it while we can.

[He kisses him on the forehead.]

But of course. I won't breathe a word. After all, you're my responsibility.

[other roles?? i don't know them. only care about my superhero bf and his sick ass knife :) (no)]

[And the lesbians is where it's at. Irene does a happy little hare flop to snuggle up next to her.]

We should. Let's call it a date. [ A smile. ] Then it sounds like I'm in your hands.

[ But speaking of foreheads... ]

By the way, how's the head feeling?

[ (unless...?)

True endgame. Finley licks the top of Irene's head, cuddling in close. ]

I shall keep you there.

[And a sigh.]

Still, quite a pain! But it is getting better...it was a rather nasty fall, I say!

I'm glad it's getting better. Everyone was worried. And, ah...

[ There's a small, fluttery, embarrassed feeling between them. ]

There were some ... comments.

...Comments?

[A bit like ??? WHAT COMMENTS.]

Flat joked about us kissing in the tree. It, uh, lead to some exchanges about "a final push" and not needing that push to figure it out basically.

[ AND HE HAD TO DEAL WITH IT ALONE. ]

Also, Kim probably knows now.

...Luckily Baraqiel only called you my idiot directly to me.

Edited 2021-10-17 15:27 (UTC)

[this is a lot to process]

Well, Mr. Escardos does love to say things offhand, but...the Lieutenant? Or Mr. Dokja? And...how does Baraqiel know?

[ Sure is, buddy. ]

Lieutenant. We had a pocket check. He wanted to see what was in the bag I carry on me. I still have those polaroids...

Baraqiel is a Watcher. They... [ hm. Debates his words. ] keep an eye on us in case we get into trouble. Of course they'd pick up on it.

...Ah, well, you could wave those off as just simply sentimental things between friends.

[even though he knows that. isn't so easy to wave off]

Hm. Surely they don't, ah, watch us all the time...?

Possibly. We didn't talk about it and he was very careful about them.

You're probably right.

[ Nervous, nervous on the bond? ]

But if you're worried about that, we can...

[ He leaves it hanging, not actually wanting to say stop being intimate at all?? He's a little gay for this dude here. In way that even surprises him. ]

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...Worried?

[kotetsu: GOTTA GO GAY FAST]

[But he blinks, reaching up to stroke his thumb over the other's ear. Reassurance spreads over the bond.]

Come now. Of course, I do want to be careful about it in public, given your role...the last thing I would hate for you to experience is for me to be used to gain leverage to you. But regardless...I find myself comfortable with you.

[Sholmes sighs.]

And you understand why...and how that is something special for me.

[Sixteen years longing for another man...it's a lot.]

[ SOMETIMES YOU JUST HAVE A LITTLE SOUL TOUCHING. ]

We'll be careful. Even if it wasn't for the role, I wouldn't want this to be used against either of us.

[ He snuggles in a bit with the reassurance, placing a light kiss on Sholmes. ]

I do. Which is why I feel so lucky to be let in like this. And I think you realize how important you are to me. I keep losing my footing, but you're able to help me back up.

[ Of course, it's pretty huge for Kotetsu, too. Still having that lingering sentiment toward his wife. Proof in the form of a ring. ]

Yes, I do. And...I want to live up to your expectations.

[He knows it's a moot point, since he's done that simply just by being there, but...it feels like he can do more. Be more.]

[He kisses him softly, a hint of nervousness over the bond. In reality, it's easy to fall into something like this, but it's another to keep it up, to be there always, to make sure that someone he cares for so fiercely doesn't fall through his arms.]

I will use all my efforts to ensure that you're on solid ground.

[ He feels that nervousness and feeds back some soft reassurance. They're lucky they have this bond. Especially to start. Pushing through all the initial anxieties and being able to express just how much Sholmes means to him. ]

I'm a pretty simple guy. I just want you here with me.

[ He plants a very soft kiss on Sholmes. ]

I hope I can repay that.

...

[He pulls him in closer, just to have him here. Just to hold him. To know he's here, and this is real.]

[There's warmth, but...there's also gratitude, here.]

You already are.

[ Ahh... that gratitude washes over him and it feels so nice. He emotionally wraps Sholmes into a blanket of acceptance and warmth. ]

Then I'd say we're evenly matched.

How very nice that is.

[He smiles - his head might be pounding, but just for the moment, everything feels light. Weightless. Like it should be.]

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