firstworldproblem | IC Inbox (Imeeji)

[Gay.]

Mm. But you make it sound like it's your fault.

[There's just a hint of trembling to his voice and a tension in his shoulders.]

I suppose I am guilty of caring, but that hardly is going to change.

And even in a blameless situation, I can offer my sympathies.

...I'm sorry, too.

[He's just kind of. Going to bury his face in Emet's shoulder.]

It's not the end of the world.

[He pets his hair as he makes this terrible, terrible joke.]

[It's so terrible in more ways than one. Levity actually curls up a little.]

...Don't. Please.

[HE'S STILL DEALING WITH. EVERYTHING.]

[Not the reaction that he was expecting.]

My apologies.

[YOU TOLD HIM EARLIER TODAY EVERYONE IS MCFUCKING DEAD, YOU EGG.]

...It feels like... like I remember. Not what happened, but how it felt.

[He takes his hand.]

Take some time for yourself. Long baths, walks in the sun, whatever pampering suits you best. Digesting this is neither simple nor easy. And as much as I wish I could be telling you a different story, not matter how much I desire it, this is the reality.

But I have Cosmo back, and together we will make this right.

[...have Cosmo back, huh.]

Did... something happen to Cosmo, too?

[He shrugs. He might as well tell him.]

We all end up dying, Hythlodaeus. I am a sorcerer of eld, a Champion of Zodiark. This place could not have held me at the height of my abilities. Remember that this appearance is just a stifling mortal vessel.

[Once again he's quiet for a time; this is a lot to process.

Eventually, he wordlessly pulls Emet into a hug, holding him tight - like someone wanting to protect rather than looking to be protected, however.]

[He stiffens and only quasi-holds him back. A very odd reaction, as he hasn't seemed to mind being hugged or guarded by him before.]

What a depressing topic. Let me at least get you something to eat and something cheerful as we get to the dorms.

[An odd reaction indeed! Levity pulls back, his expression a little concerned as he studies Emet's face before nodding.]

...Alright.

[A beat.]

I like curly fries. They're a fun shape.

[There just seems to be a lot of internal conflict before he shakes himself out of it.]

Curly fries and a milkshake with a curly straw to match then? How are you on exotic flavors?

[CONFUSED AND CONCERNED :( DID HE DO A BAD but he does his best not to show the concernedness.]

Define "exotic". I know there's chocolate pizza, but I haven't tried it myself.

[Levity did not. His own death is just a landmine.]

It still should be at least edible.

Do you know what an 'oreo' is?

[gee what if 90% of the people around him didn't have them landmine issues that Levity can accidentally wander into out of good intentions.]

Hmm... I cannot say I do. What is it?

I guess that is what you are getting. It has to be better than chocolate pizza.

[He orders them as they continue on the subway ride.]

....

....

Did we accidently leave your vehicle behind?

[,]

...Yes. But it's not as though it's in any danger. I can go back on Corvus tomorrow and pick it up again.

As long as it isn't an issue.

[He tugs him up once they get to their stop and starts to head towards the hotel.]

Oh, not at all. Don't worry about it.

[Follows, but also, can he try to link arms with Emet.]

[He does and smiles.]

I would carry you, my friend, if I thought I wouldn't fall over.

Then perhaps it's time to hit the gym, as they say? It might help fix your posture as well.

Can you imagine, me, at a gym?

[He ordered the fries and shake delivery so he hands them to him. Or rather he hands him the shake with this straw in it. And holds onto the fries for him. He only has one hand after all.]

[He laughs!]

My, feeling self-conscious?

[Definitely taking the shake, though, looking delighted at the straw.]

Are you sure you don't want to drop by? I can't remember if you've even visited my room yet.

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