[ They have a Thing they should be talking about and will. But right now, he's just... really needing to touch Sholmes like this again, like he's been attention starved all night. ]
It was hard staying away. But I know that if I got too close for two long... Something would have happened.
[Yeah, seriously, it feels like its been a little bit of torture not to have this man in his arms. He's nuzzling against his nose, though at the last part....he sighs, too.]
We did. [And....yeah.] Though it seems a certain other person we both interacted with did not.
[ Sorry, he cannot help but be affectionate during this talk. With how strong his feelings are for the man in combination with cuddle week, it's not worth fighting it. ]
I can't say I'm not a little jealous. [ A little quieter. ] Mostly because I had to stay away...
Ah, yes. I'll simply have to make it up to you right now, as much as I can.
[He can't help but be affectionate either, because he MISSES KOTETSU and also cuddle curse happens so much. They couldn't even touch nicely during their fight.]
[Speaking of fight, he's kissing his cheek where he hit him.]
That...is a very good question. The man's troubled by his emotions...I have been attempting to steer them as well as I could, because I will admit, I am fond of him, but...he's like a storm with no end. [Another kiss.] I saw you talking to him, earlier. Whatever you said...I think it soothed him, truly.
[ He nods in agreement to that part. They can make up for lost time now. Moments like that party make him actually miss that bond between them on a pretty deep level.
But this? He can handle it. Even without being ruined by the cuddles, they'd probably be doing this anyway. So, no big deal. His eye closes at the kiss, cheek stinging a little. But he eventually opens his eyes again. ]
There was a lot that was said. But I wanted him to be true to himself was my point. I was surprised he didn't pull away earlier. I didn't expect him do to that as a response.
[ A weak laugh, accompanied by a kiss. ]
Do you think he...? [ Pause. Thinking how to phrase this. ] He has lingering feelings for you?
Yes, he was...quite surprisingly affectionate towards you. As much as Mr. Van Zieks can be, really.
[idiots probably don't even realize there is a cuddle effect because this is just Normal At This Point For Them]
...
[He looks pensive for a moment, pressing forehead against forehead.]
I do not know. He has always denied it, and it is apparent that he has great affection for the Lieutenant. I have tried to encourage him to talk to the man more to get to know him on a more personal level. But now, it does...seem all rather confusing. I do not know if he even knows what he wants.
He totally missed the crush van Zieks has, oops. ]
Hm...
[ He stares at Sholmes, needing to ask this question to get it out on the table so nothing blows up into any kind of drama and they don't have any weird doubts or misunderstandings. Kotetsu wants things out in the open between them, after all they've gone through. ]
If he wants something you can give him, what do you want?
[With everyone else, its extremely easy to hide behind vague statements and lies. Its how he works, as a great detective. Great detectives are wont to lie. But with Kotetsu, its like he's laid open bare. He can't just shift to something else, nor does he want to. It's vulnerable, but it's...comforting, that way.]
It's a difficult question. I would not be so cruel as to pretend that I have no stake in his happiness, now, after everything. I want to see him thrive, and grow out of the dark cage he's been stuck in for the last ten years.
[And a sigh. His voice is low as he speaks, his embrace tightening slightly.]
But I do not think I could provide what he wants on the level he wants, if that is what he wants. It's...only you who I could and would provide that, to. [And Mikotoba, of course, but he's not here right now. Kotetsu is.] I have bared my soul to you, and you in kind. I have not done the same with him. Affectionate I may be, but it is you who I handed myself to. Whatever you do with me is in your hands. Not anyone else's. Even if you choose to open your heart to another, as well as me...I do not feel like I could find fault with that, somehow. It's you, after all.
[He trusts him, like that. And he knows that from some experience. Mikotoba was also a widower. He knows what its like to be second best.]
[ He's glad to hear this. He trusts Sholmes with every fiber of himself. It may have only been a short while, but they've lived through so much together in that time it feels like he's been there all along.
His hands shift from being wrapped around Sholmes to rest them both on his face. ]
I also want to see him happy. But I think you're right. I don't think either of us could provide that. I hope this helps him ... open up.
[ His thumbs brush on Sholmes' cheeks, holding him like the treasure he feels he is. ]
It's the same for me. I don't have eyes for anyone else. I care about the people here, but you're the one I want. I don't want anyone else to be by my side. I want you happy.
[ He gives Sholmes a soft kiss. ]
I've given you my soul, my secret. In a lot of ways, my life is in your hands.
[ With his words, Finley brushes against Sholmes' legs affectionately. A shiver runs down Kotetsu's spine at the connection. ]
[Once again, he can't help but think....how lucky I am. He doesn't need an emotion bond to tell how serious the man is. This is...real. This was born on a farce, perhaps, but like a flower is someone wont to grow from the cracks in stone, what they have is real.]
You really are...so terribly special. More special than I can say. [He kisses him back, eyes a little watery, now, hands reaching up to clasp over the other's hands.] You...won't leave me. And for that, I will fight for you and your life. Always.
[Irene moves, hopping over to Kotetsu...and places just a single paw against Kotetsu's legs. Just a single touch. It's enough to make him shiver.]
[ His smile is so warm and affectionate, holding him so dear. ]
You're right. I won't leave you. No matter what. [ He kisses him once again, softly. ] We'll have to make sure to have each other's backs from here on.
[ As if they didn't already. ]
Thank you. Thank you. I don't even feel like saying that is enough.
[ Finely remains pressed against Sholmes, but leans forward to nuzzle Irene softly. ]
Who's been there for me for all these days, from the beginning? Even before that timing of our curse. It doesn't take a great detective to figure out how grateful I am for...everything you give me. Truly.
The same goes for you, you know. It was so easy to get along with you. I can't help but think this would have been the eventual outcome anyway. It's always been comfortable with you. Like a perfectly fit glove.
[ Maybe it would have, maybe it wouldn't have. Either way, everything went as it was meant to be. ]
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And now you have.
[ He nods back, amused as his arms slip around Sholmes comfortably. ]
Good to see you, too.
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[He's wrapping his arms around the other in turn.]
You seemed like you had fun. I'm glad.
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It was hard staying away. But I know that if I got too close for two long... Something would have happened.
[ He lets out a loud sigh. ]
It looks like we both did.
[ But also. Also... ]
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We did. [And....yeah.] Though it seems a certain other person we both interacted with did not.
[IN FRONT OF OUR SALADS]
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I can't say I'm not a little jealous. [ A little quieter. ] Mostly because I had to stay away...
[ He huffs a sigh at that. ]
What do we do?
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[He can't help but be affectionate either, because he MISSES KOTETSU and also cuddle curse happens so much. They couldn't even touch nicely during their fight.]
[Speaking of fight, he's kissing his cheek where he hit him.]
That...is a very good question. The man's troubled by his emotions...I have been attempting to steer them as well as I could, because I will admit, I am fond of him, but...he's like a storm with no end. [Another kiss.] I saw you talking to him, earlier. Whatever you said...I think it soothed him, truly.
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But this? He can handle it. Even without being ruined by the cuddles, they'd probably be doing this anyway. So, no big deal. His eye closes at the kiss, cheek stinging a little. But he eventually opens his eyes again. ]
There was a lot that was said. But I wanted him to be true to himself was my point. I was surprised he didn't pull away earlier. I didn't expect him do to that as a response.
[ A weak laugh, accompanied by a kiss. ]
Do you think he...? [ Pause. Thinking how to phrase this. ] He has lingering feelings for you?
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[idiots probably don't even realize there is a cuddle effect because this is just Normal At This Point For Them]
...
[He looks pensive for a moment, pressing forehead against forehead.]
I do not know. He has always denied it, and it is apparent that he has great affection for the Lieutenant. I have tried to encourage him to talk to the man more to get to know him on a more personal level. But now, it does...seem all rather confusing. I do not know if he even knows what he wants.
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He totally missed the crush van Zieks has, oops. ]
Hm...
[ He stares at Sholmes, needing to ask this question to get it out on the table so nothing blows up into any kind of drama and they don't have any weird doubts or misunderstandings. Kotetsu wants things out in the open between them, after all they've gone through. ]
If he wants something you can give him, what do you want?
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It's a difficult question. I would not be so cruel as to pretend that I have no stake in his happiness, now, after everything. I want to see him thrive, and grow out of the dark cage he's been stuck in for the last ten years.
[And a sigh. His voice is low as he speaks, his embrace tightening slightly.]
But I do not think I could provide what he wants on the level he wants, if that is what he wants. It's...only you who I could and would provide that, to. [And Mikotoba, of course, but he's not here right now. Kotetsu is.] I have bared my soul to you, and you in kind. I have not done the same with him. Affectionate I may be, but it is you who I handed myself to. Whatever you do with me is in your hands. Not anyone else's. Even if you choose to open your heart to another, as well as me...I do not feel like I could find fault with that, somehow. It's you, after all.
[He trusts him, like that. And he knows that from some experience. Mikotoba was also a widower. He knows what its like to be second best.]
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His hands shift from being wrapped around Sholmes to rest them both on his face. ]
I also want to see him happy. But I think you're right. I don't think either of us could provide that. I hope this helps him ... open up.
[ His thumbs brush on Sholmes' cheeks, holding him like the treasure he feels he is. ]
It's the same for me. I don't have eyes for anyone else. I care about the people here, but you're the one I want. I don't want anyone else to be by my side. I want you happy.
[ He gives Sholmes a soft kiss. ]
I've given you my soul, my secret. In a lot of ways, my life is in your hands.
[ With his words, Finley brushes against Sholmes' legs affectionately. A shiver runs down Kotetsu's spine at the connection. ]
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[Once again, he can't help but think....how lucky I am. He doesn't need an emotion bond to tell how serious the man is. This is...real. This was born on a farce, perhaps, but like a flower is someone wont to grow from the cracks in stone, what they have is real.]
You really are...so terribly special. More special than I can say. [He kisses him back, eyes a little watery, now, hands reaching up to clasp over the other's hands.] You...won't leave me. And for that, I will fight for you and your life. Always.
[Irene moves, hopping over to Kotetsu...and places just a single paw against Kotetsu's legs. Just a single touch. It's enough to make him shiver.]
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You're right. I won't leave you. No matter what. [ He kisses him once again, softly. ] We'll have to make sure to have each other's backs from here on.
[ As if they didn't already. ]
Thank you. Thank you. I don't even feel like saying that is enough.
[ Finely remains pressed against Sholmes, but leans forward to nuzzle Irene softly. ]
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[And a kiss in return, like a signature to a letter.]
I should be the one saying that. I should be saying thank you.
[Irene reaches over to snuffle at Finley, pressing a paw against her, too.]
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[ Curiously. He lightly nuzzles Sholmes.
Finley is content with this. ]
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Who's been there for me for all these days, from the beginning? Even before that timing of our curse. It doesn't take a great detective to figure out how grateful I am for...everything you give me. Truly.
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[ Maybe it would have, maybe it wouldn't have. Either way, everything went as it was meant to be. ]
So, I guess we both owe each other a lot.
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[A kiss to the lips.]
Ah, Kotetsu. How wonderful you are.
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[ Though, a pause and a small laugh. ]
Even if our origin story also has nun outfits and hitting you with a seagull.
[ Or maybe that ADDS to the charm?? ]
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[this is just "aww you had a crush on me" "we're married"]
Well...if I remember correctly... [And he winks.] You really wore that nun outfit quite well.
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[ It was only for Sholmes. ... But yeah, that's them exactly. ]
Maybe because I'm used to a skintight thing. You didn't look too bad in it, either.
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[He laughs at that.]
Would you want me to wear it again, perhaps?
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[ He's so, so amused by that request. ]
For you? I would. I still have it in my bag, just in case.
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[And a shake of the head.]
I was saying I would wear it...but now that you offer, how could I say no to seeing that sight with my eyes a second time?
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[ He laughs! ]
Maybe we'll have to do that for each other sometime.
[ Hello? Is this some kind of kink, boys?? ]
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