[Ren shoots him a devilish grin, but he can’t hold the expression when those talons start tangling in his hair. Why does that always feels so good? His breath catches in his throat, and he closes his eyes to lean into the touch with a contented sigh.]
[It is a pretty deserted location. Ren not only didn't encounter Kotone today, he also didn't trip across anyone else from the Convoy, or any stray monsters, miraculously.]
Do you want me to take your clothes off?
[This is a junction, where Ren's joking can easily slip from light flirting to determined action. Akechi's grin is encouraging, but Ren needs communication that is crystal clear as far as what they both want. He knows his own mind, but he can't read Akechi's.]
[C’mon, Akechi. You know Ren won’t make a move without a clear and direct answer.
Ah, but perhaps he needs some help focusing on the question? Ren can do that. He pushes himself up off the ground and deftly maneuvers himself to straddle Akechi, leaning down teasingly close without touching.]
I asked … do you want me to take your clothes off … yes or no?
Maybe it’s something to do with how the mystery flower works, or maybe it’s just the fact that he’s been so thoroughly wrung out on an emotional level. Whatever the catalyst, it only takes an instant for Ren to shift from playful and teasing to intensely serious and commanding. This is Joker now, and he isn’t kidding around.]
Yes, Akechi. I do need you to spell it out for me. Because you are important to me, and I love you too much to take advantage of a vague answer, even on accident.
[Ren’s hand comes up to cover Akechi’s at his cheek, holding the talon points in place while he leans in to the pressure hard enough to puncture his own skin. Tiny red droplets well up from the pinpricks on his face, and Ren doesn’t even seem to notice. Or if he does notice, the blood doesn’t faze him in the slightest. His concentration remains unbroken.]
I would literally rather die than hurt you again. So when I ask if you want me to do something to you, I need you to answer me directly, with clear, simple words. Understand?
[Surprise, Akechi, your boyfoe contains multitudes! And one of those multitudes is that yes, Ren sometimes finds a little pain can be pleasant, especially if it’s at his more-than-rival’s hands. Sure, he loves being gentle and sweet, but isn’t a little variety also nice?
Point made, he grins sharply and takes Akechi’s hand in both of his, nudging the hem of the glove up with his thumbs so he can press a kiss to the underside of his wrist, right over the pulse point.]
Would’ve thought you’d like me a little bit bloody.
[It’s an easy fix. Ren gently releases Akechi’s hand so he can work his healing magic. His eyes close in concentration as he holds his palm over his cheek, allowing the glowing green energy to pulse over the pricked skin. It only takes a few moments for the magic to work, leaving his face clean and healed, as if the damage had never been done.
Ren’s lips curl in a faint smirk as resumes leaning in close enough to kiss Akechi without actually touching him.]
[Hm, stealing a kiss? That sounds like something a Phantom Thief would do. Is Akechi still so certain he wasn’t one of them?
It doesn’t take much for Ren to be tugged down into that kiss, grinning as he allows gravity to work in pulling him to sink down on top of Akechi. His fingers gently weave into Akechi’s hair as he kisses him slowly, taking his time to savor all the ways he can touch his more-than-rival for the moment. He’s so warm, so alive, and that’s something Ren will never take for granted.]
You’re not a bad person if we both enjoy it … and if I ask you for it.
[He won’t push the matter, though. Akechi had been so hesitant about accepting Ren’s advances from the start, repeatedly voicing fears about hurting Ren and becoming a monster like his father, uncaring of how much pain and destruction he can cause. And Ren has insisted from the beginning that they only do what they both agree on, so. He’ll just toss out that seed and if it happens to take root, they can revisit it later.
For now, Ren is more than content to relish another kiss under the moonlight, warm and close and accepted.]
[He chuckles, but accepts another kiss. Something just feels so... comforting, being this close, in ways that would normally be signaling alarm bells in his head.
Has he truly acclimated so easily, or is it another quirk of this world? Is he losing his mind? Ha... One might argue that he had a long time ago.]
What would make you feel better?
[It's clear that Ren has had a difficult time in light of Kotone's departure. He... might as well attempt to ease that pain.]
All I want is you, [he says, grinning widely, and leans in for another kiss, unhurried in its execution. He sighs happily at its conclusion and takes a short rest to let both of them catch their breath.
Akechi’s question sounds strangely sweet to Ren’s ears, and his throat pulls tight for a moment before he can answer. It’s not like the other boy to ask so directly about feelings - he is notorious in his dislike for sentimentality, after all. But trying? For Ren’s sake? Ren thinks his heart might just burst at how achingly overfull it feels.]
You already made me feel better, just by being here with me. Thank you.
[Kotone’s disappearance made Ren feel shaken and beyond sad. But Akechi has been so comforting, so kind. What else could Ren possibly think to ask for?]
You know … I’m not happy about where we are or what’s been done to us … but I am happy I found you again here. I love you. I love you so much … I know I say that a lot, but I still don’t think I say it enough.
I have an incredible view right now, [he says, grinning again as his eyes rest on Akechi. What a cornball.
But finally, with a small sigh, Ren tears himself away from the warmth and comfort of his more-than-rival's embrace and pulls himself up to his feet, holding out a hand to offer Akechi help up, if he wishes to accept it. All good things must come to an end.]
[Oh, what a conundrum, choosing between those options. Akechi did promise an incredible view, and taking a ride on his back would definitely provide that.
However ... as Ren said, Akechi himself is enough of an incredible view to satisfy him. And the impulse to stay close is stronger than usual. Ren makes his decision known by pressing himself in close to Akechi and winding his arms around his neck.]
How can I turn down the chance to have you sweep me off my feet?
[He bends down for a moment, then with a strong beat of his wings, they rocket into the air. Lucky for Ren, he keeps up a leisurely speed after the initial liftoff, soaring more than anything.]
[Wow … this is really happening. Ren is actually being carried as Akechi flies through the air and back to the Convoy. It reminds Ren a bit of the plane trip to and from Hawaii with his class, except he’s being carried by Akechi and can’t quell his elated cackling.
Ren does hold on, though. Even after the flight is finished and Akechi sets him back down, Ren continues to hold him, breathless and giddy.]
[Enchanted by the experience, yes, but more importantly, by Akechi himself. And if Akechi wants to keep holding onto him too, that's more than fine with Ren.]
Yeah ... that was pretty cool. [Understatement of the year. He places a gentle kiss along the side of Akechi's neck.] Thank you.
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[Ren shoots him a devilish grin, but he can’t hold the expression when those talons start tangling in his hair. Why does that always feels so good? His breath catches in his throat, and he closes his eyes to lean into the touch with a contented sigh.]
Mm. Me too. Must be ‘cause you’re here with me.
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[He matches that grin with a grin of his own, flashing his very pointy teeth.]
I suppose we should be grateful for the privacy, as far off the beaten path as this is.
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Do you want me to take your clothes off?
[This is a junction, where Ren's joking can easily slip from light flirting to determined action. Akechi's grin is encouraging, but Ren needs communication that is crystal clear as far as what they both want. He knows his own mind, but he can't read Akechi's.]
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[C'mon, Ren. He wouldn't have suggested it otherwise.]
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[C’mon, Akechi. You know Ren won’t make a move without a clear and direct answer.
Ah, but perhaps he needs some help focusing on the question? Ren can do that. He pushes himself up off the ground and deftly maneuvers himself to straddle Akechi, leaning down teasingly close without touching.]
I asked … do you want me to take your clothes off … yes or no?
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Those feathers ruffle in a mix of irritation and just how flustered he is. He has half a mind to push Ren down and return the favor...
But for now, he'll grab Ren's cheek, applying just a tiny bit of pressure with his talons. Not enough to puncture, but enough to make a statement.]
Yes. Must I spell it out for you?
cw tiny bit of blood and uhhh self harming behavior? lmao i’m sorry he’s a freak
Maybe it’s something to do with how the mystery flower works, or maybe it’s just the fact that he’s been so thoroughly wrung out on an emotional level. Whatever the catalyst, it only takes an instant for Ren to shift from playful and teasing to intensely serious and commanding. This is Joker now, and he isn’t kidding around.]
Yes, Akechi. I do need you to spell it out for me. Because you are important to me, and I love you too much to take advantage of a vague answer, even on accident.
[Ren’s hand comes up to cover Akechi’s at his cheek, holding the talon points in place while he leans in to the pressure hard enough to puncture his own skin. Tiny red droplets well up from the pinpricks on his face, and Ren doesn’t even seem to notice. Or if he does notice, the blood doesn’t faze him in the slightest. His concentration remains unbroken.]
I would literally rather die than hurt you again. So when I ask if you want me to do something to you, I need you to answer me directly, with clear, simple words. Understand?
THESE TWO ARE BOTH FREAKS, TO BE FAIR
Whatever the case, a sigh rolls out of Akechi.]
Fine. I'll try to be direct.
[His eyes zero in on that blood. It's... certainly attractive, seeing Ren like this. So Joker in his mannerisms and nonchalance. Even so...]
But you ought to heal yourself before we go any further.
~two sides of the same freak coin~
Point made, he grins sharply and takes Akechi’s hand in both of his, nudging the hem of the glove up with his thumbs so he can press a kiss to the underside of his wrist, right over the pulse point.]
Would’ve thought you’d like me a little bit bloody.
[It’s an easy fix. Ren gently releases Akechi’s hand so he can work his healing magic. His eyes close in concentration as he holds his palm over his cheek, allowing the glowing green energy to pulse over the pricked skin. It only takes a few moments for the magic to work, leaving his face clean and healed, as if the damage had never been done.
Ren’s lips curl in a faint smirk as resumes leaning in close enough to kiss Akechi without actually touching him.]
Now … where were we?
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[That means expressing concern and showing restraint.
But that lack of touch, that teasing, Jokerly demeanor...
Oh, now that won't do at all. If Ren's going to be coy with him, then perhaps he ought to grab Ren and pull him down and steal that kiss for himself.]
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It doesn’t take much for Ren to be tugged down into that kiss, grinning as he allows gravity to work in pulling him to sink down on top of Akechi. His fingers gently weave into Akechi’s hair as he kisses him slowly, taking his time to savor all the ways he can touch his more-than-rival for the moment. He’s so warm, so alive, and that’s something Ren will never take for granted.]
You’re not a bad person if we both enjoy it … and if I ask you for it.
[He won’t push the matter, though. Akechi had been so hesitant about accepting Ren’s advances from the start, repeatedly voicing fears about hurting Ren and becoming a monster like his father, uncaring of how much pain and destruction he can cause. And Ren has insisted from the beginning that they only do what they both agree on, so. He’ll just toss out that seed and if it happens to take root, they can revisit it later.
For now, Ren is more than content to relish another kiss under the moonlight, warm and close and accepted.]
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[He chuckles, but accepts another kiss. Something just feels so... comforting, being this close, in ways that would normally be signaling alarm bells in his head.
Has he truly acclimated so easily, or is it another quirk of this world? Is he losing his mind? Ha... One might argue that he had a long time ago.]
What would make you feel better?
[It's clear that Ren has had a difficult time in light of Kotone's departure. He... might as well attempt to ease that pain.]
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Akechi’s question sounds strangely sweet to Ren’s ears, and his throat pulls tight for a moment before he can answer. It’s not like the other boy to ask so directly about feelings - he is notorious in his dislike for sentimentality, after all. But trying? For Ren’s sake? Ren thinks his heart might just burst at how achingly overfull it feels.]
You already made me feel better, just by being here with me. Thank you.
[Kotone’s disappearance made Ren feel shaken and beyond sad. But Akechi has been so comforting, so kind. What else could Ren possibly think to ask for?]
You know … I’m not happy about where we are or what’s been done to us … but I am happy I found you again here. I love you. I love you so much … I know I say that a lot, but I still don’t think I say it enough.
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[That's about the closest to an admission that he appreciates it. He may have softened over time, but he's still Goro Akechi.
But still... they're rather far from the Convoy. He wants to stay close, for some reason. But given where they were moments ago...]
...Should we save the more intimate gestures until we return? Though, if you're unfazed by our surroundings...
[Well, it's Ren's choice.]
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[He flashes Akechi a playful grin but nods, conceding he has a good point. Where they are now feels cozy, but they are out in the open.]
No, you’re right. We should go home. We’ll be more comfortable there.
[Why yes, Ren did just refer to his van as “home” - their home, in fact.]
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[He would get up, but that's a bit difficult given their present conditions.]
But look on the bright side. You'll get an incredible view on the way back.
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But finally, with a small sigh, Ren tears himself away from the warmth and comfort of his more-than-rival's embrace and pulls himself up to his feet, holding out a hand to offer Akechi help up, if he wishes to accept it. All good things must come to an end.]
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You know, I could carry you in my arms... or, you could ride atop the back of a large beast. The choice is yours.
[He hasn't particularly used his more bestial form to offer rides all that often, but there's a first time for everything.]
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However ... as Ren said, Akechi himself is enough of an incredible view to satisfy him. And the impulse to stay close is stronger than usual. Ren makes his decision known by pressing himself in close to Akechi and winding his arms around his neck.]
How can I turn down the chance to have you sweep me off my feet?
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[Well, fine. He'll humor Ren by scooping him up and fanning out his wings.]
You may want to hold on...
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[He grins and presses a quick kiss to the side of his neck. Securing his hold on Akechi, Ren nods.]
Ready.
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[He bends down for a moment, then with a strong beat of his wings, they rocket into the air. Lucky for Ren, he keeps up a leisurely speed after the initial liftoff, soaring more than anything.]
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Ren does hold on, though. Even after the flight is finished and Akechi sets him back down, Ren continues to hold him, breathless and giddy.]
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[To Akechi's credit, he doesn't move to place Ren down yet. Clearly, he's still enchanted by the experience...
And who is he to deny such heartfelt adoration?]
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Yeah ... that was pretty cool. [Understatement of the year. He places a gentle kiss along the side of Akechi's neck.] Thank you.
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