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Five, I was jesting. Do not take it too seriously.

[He does lean to kiss his temple.]

But would you like a drink? I know I can use one, and I don't imagine Taisho would be too upset if borrowed their kitchen.

I know, but it has been a theme since we've met and self-improvement is a project you're not going to stop me from taking on regardless of how much of a break I need. Besides. As annoyed as I am at myself for distressing you rest assured that I don't intend on moping around.

As for drinks. I'll get some water and you can work your magic, but you're not to get up from this bed. Maybe I'd like a turn at playing prince charming.

My legs did not suddenly stop functioning. I am capable. But go, go, let's see how well you roleplay. Though you've always been charming in your own way.

[And he'll just have to find another way to spike Five's drink with a sleeping potion. He's nothing if not patient.]

[ SUCH VILLANY!! But he comes back shortly after with two glasses and a bottle of water which he hands over to him after setting aside the glasses ]

Anything else you'd like, dear?

One thing, actually. You never told me what your favorite alcohol was.

[He sits up and takes one of the glasses and fills it with water.]

Anything bitter would be my preference. Gin, I suppose.

[He does scroll through his phone to do a bit of research on what type of gin would be higher quality before he makes him a glass and hands it over. And then he makes himself the same.

He holds up his glass in a motion for cheers.]

[ That's kind of touching - knowing Emet is going out of his way to give him something he does enjoy. And he'll smile at him, hold his glass up and then drink ]

[This is probably a drink that is supposed to be savored, but he downs it quickly anyway apparently caring for the burn of it over the taste. He drums his fingers over the glass.]

I believe I'm becoming more restless than lethargic.

Is that a good or a bad sign?

[ he's going to move over his lap, just like that - one arm around his neck while his other hand is holding the glass and just taking another sip - unlike Emet he's taking his time with it ]

I don't think it is either.

[And he guesses he has a lap of Five now so he just puts his now empty glass down and rests his chin in his hand.]

Do you want something?

You mean aside from the pleasure of your company, your happiness and your love? I'm trying to keep it simple.

Those are quite grand. Are you sure you didn't want to think smaller.

[ There is a small thoughtful hum at that, like he actually has to think of it ]

If you're asking me if I want you the answer is always going to be yes. Obviously.

[ he leans in to kiss the top of his head then, his hands moving to each side of his face, thumb stroking his cheeks gently ]

So I'd have to ask you in turn which potion you'd want me to take.

[He can't help but smile, but he shakes his head.]

I want to save that for when I can focus on you and only you. Give you the proper adoration and attention you deserve.

But I do feel guilty leaving this room only partially done. I imagine the finished product would be soothing.

[ he's going to move his hands to his shoulders so he can kiss him again - on the cheek this time, fond and affectionate ]

To be entirely honest I was considering having you do absolutely nothing while I focused my attentions on you - it seemed like the kind of thing that would maybe lift your spirits. I did mention I wanted to be your prince charming instead, for once.

As for your feelings of guilt, you're free to discard them, but I won't say no to finishing what we started. I would definitely not be able to sleep without the aid of potions and there are a lot of thoughts racing through my mind right now.

For once, he says. As if you did not sweep me off my feet so recently as last night. Nor the dancing or the fact that I'm wearing a ring.

You cannot become what you already are.

[He pets his back before making a motion for him to move.]

Hardly any large amount of guilt, though as I mentioned I am restless. Something mindless as painting would probably help. Just don't expect perfect clean ad straight lines near the corners and edges.

Though I will agree you need more rest than I. I will only ever admit this once.

[ He laughs at that first part, genuinely amused that Hades is saying he's already his prince charming. ]

And here I thought I had to put in some more effort to sweep you off your feet. Like a bed full of rose petals just for you.

If I didn't have to spend the night at Taisho I'd offer to do go outside, but unfortunately. It is time.

[ he does get up, but he seems thoughtful, like he's definitely scheming ]

I don't need any more rest today. We'll start with finishing this room, and see what else we can come up with afterwards, if you're still feeling restless.

Oh, dear, am I not showing my affection enough? Do I need to embarrass you more to drive the point home. I can, and I will if you like. In public of course.

[Said flippantly as he does get up, stretching and popping his back.]

And I would not want to risk you. Not for a sore spot that would exist even without your prodding. But I do want to enjoy your color when I am here in the waking world. So let us finish what we have started.

[He does pause though for a moment to touch his arm gently.]

You already mean more to me than you can imagine. Someday I will be able to show you.

More than you're already showing to me every day? If that's even possible, you'll be right then. I will be deeply embarrassed.

Speaking of. I did meet your brother, you know. Though I thought I would leave the telling to you. The pace. How much you wish to explain in your own time. I could have introduced myself as your betrothed, but do applaud my restraint.

But I will support him in whatever way I can.

Now, if you want to read or study instead of painting I do not mind. I asked for a mindless task and this will suite just fine. What would ease your thoughts?

I plan on telling him. I'd already explained that I made a promise to someone, when he pointed out the ring, but that I wasn't ready to tell him more.

To be honest telling my family about you while you're not present for it feels weird, so ... I guess we'll approach the matter when we're together. But thank you for letting me handle this.

Now —

[ he's going to take one last sip of the gin he put aside, and then go take his brush again ]

If I recall, this was supposed to be a domestic couple activity. You're not doing this alone. And afterwards, if you find yourself in need of more mindless tasks, we'll take to cooking.

I respect you far too much not to. As touchy as we've become in recent days, what binds us is our consideration for one another. Our desire to see them grow and be happy.

[He just gives the glass a raised eyebrow.]

The lines don't have to be perfect.

They will be. You vastly underestimate my alcohol tolerance and my willingness to use Taisho's abilities when I have some in me.

[ he looks so smug as he says it, like this is the one thing Taisho's powers are good for ]

Then keep drinking and ask for a refill whenever the mood strikes you.

[Then he is leaving all the edges to Five except for the ones that connect with the ceiling.]

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