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[He blinks his eyes for both the tears and the focus he is losing. But he hears the words and nods as he tilts Five's face towards him so he can kiss him. It's soft, but he tries to convey the raw adoration he is feeling. The lifeline Five has become for him.

He whispers a return 'I love you' back in his native tongue against his skin before sleep does finally take him.]

[ It's all he needs, really. He places a soft kiss against his forehead afterwards, and then he'll snuggle up to him for warmth, pulling a blanket over them both.

This may have been temporary, but he's still glad he could give something close enough to peace to him for a moment. And for now, regardless of how long it'll take for Emet to wake up, he'll rest right against him ]

[He will sleep deeply. More deeply than he has in a long time with all his his worries, his fears not continually trying to wake him in the middle of the night.

Quite the kind gift, Five Hargreeves.

He won't sleep long though. A nap of two-ish hours. But as wakefulness begins to take him he will try to shut it out by burying his head into Five's chest with a grumble.]

[ There's a little laugh when he hears him, and his hand immediately goes to pet his hair ]

I take it you had a good nap?

[He's not moving his head. He's comfy and the rest comes out slurred.]

What did you do?

Hypnosis.

[ he'll keep with the petting then, wanting to keep giving him as much affection as possible ]

...should I have asked?

[He hums and kisses his shoulder.]

Do it again.

[ The request worries him, and he looks at Hades, uncertain of how to proceed ]

I'm not sure how good an idea that is, darling.

[ time to take advantage of his daze to slide in another pet name. But he does keep petting him, keeping him close, gentle and affectionate ]

Even taking aside the fact I've already drained enough of your blood, it's temporary. It isn't too different from this aging up potion.

Lahabrea has my blood stored somewhere is this dorm. Though I'm not quite sure where.

[Being obtuse on purpose for a moment before kissing him softly on the cheek.]

I know. But if you believe the aging potion is worth it, can I not think the same?

[Five did just give a starving man water after all.]

[ He is so clearly conflicted. If there is someone who deserves peace, however temporary, it really is Hades. And he's right in saying he's doing the same with the aging up potion, so how can he deny him when he has the chance to help for a short while?

But he is worried about enabling something ultimately unhealthy. But in the end he kisses the top of his head and sighs ]

Only one more time. And not before we get you something to eat. I don't need to drain you to hypnotize you, so I won't drink you to that point again. It will last for however long it will last, so don't complain if it's only a few minutes.

Understood?

Five.

[He puts a hand on a cheek to tilt him to he is making eye contact.]

Talk to me. You clearly have reservations.

... When the effect is over reality will come crashing down again. I didn't decide to hypnotize you like that on a whim, I do know how much you carry with you.

I don't want it to feel all the more heavy when it fades.

And I don't want to hurt you when trying to help you.

It is lighter.

[He sits up bringing both hands to cup his face as he kisses his forehead.]

Lighter than it has been since I can remember. We both have hope, true hope. And you are no small part of the reason.

And the hesitation speaks volumes for your care. The blame would never be yours.

I understand the risks and willingly take them. But don’t think I do not wish to speak of your worries once your potion runs out. You know I love you no matter your form.

I know you do. And it does feel better, knowing that.

[ he lets his eyes fall shut and just enjoys the contact, the sound of Emet's voice - being here with him now ]

I can't deny you. And I do want to give you peace for as long as possible. But like I said.

Only once more. All right...?

Alright.

[He kisses him briefly, but properly.]

I'm not used to being called out on my more questionable personally destructive habits. The murder and the Rejoinings plenty, but these little things... well, you have always been perceptive. Do you remember when you called me out in Amaurot?

[He sits up fully contemplative.]

If I have to eat, does that mean I get to feed you as well. Not blood of course.

Of course I remember. Isn't that what our friendship has always been about? You've called me out on my own destructive habits before as well.

[ he'll sit up as well, looking at him for a moment before he reaches for his hand ]

I should still be able to eat normal food, if you want to surprise me with an actual proper romantic dinner. Not that our earlier outing wasn't appreciated.

'Tis a nice feeling. To know someone will tug you back when you've gone too far.

[He takes his hand and kisses his knuckles.]

I hardly fed you. Was all a liquid diet. Though I'm not feeling particularly hungry so I hope you don't mind if it isn't a feast.

It is nice. So rest assured I will be there for you as well.

[ he can't help the blush to his cheeks at Hades kissing his knuckles, and he smiles at it, fond and nothing short of adoring ]

So long as I can be certain you had some food in you, I won't complain.

[He squeezes his fingers before standing up intentionally tapping him lightly on the backside with a wing.]

Make yourself at home or whatever it is that vampires do when confined indoors.

[And he goes to retrieve one of those party plates with meats, cheeses and fruits. It is simple and about all the effort he wants to put in. And he gets them both water.]

[ There's a little surprised noise at that because he didn't expect it, but he lets him go without fuss.

he's still worried about the request itself, but like he said, he can't deny him. He'll simply have to make sure he'll be there for him through it all, and if it's just once more, it should be fine.

So long as Hades won't think of chasing similar effects elsewhere, at least. But he trusts him, and right now he has no reason to believe he would without consulting him. ]

By the way. I did drink from Lahabrea as well.

I hope you tried a few people. When are you going to get such an opportunity again?

[He holds up a grape.]

Open up. I did say I was going to feed you.

Not terribly many, actually. But rest assured that yours was the most satisfying to drink.

[ there's a little amused smile at Emet offering him up a grape, but he does oblige, and open his mouth for him.

Good thing they're in private now because this would be more embarrassing than getting a handjob in public ]

[Five, your priorities. Is what he'd like to say, but he is fishing for a reaction. He does pop it into his mouth before going back to eating himself.]

Flattering. I wonder why. Tell me how they were different.

[ look nobody can know he loves this stuff, okay. And he does look quite pleased at being fed by him ]

They weren't different, exactly. Like you said, warm blood is warm blood.

But it was yours. And though Lahabrea and Cardinal's reactions have been interesting, it does feel more exciting to drink yours.

I suppose it's a way to claim you as mine as well.

[If he is looking pleased, he will pull him into his lap. Hades can feed him and eat around him, talented as he is.]

You've turned out incredibly sappy. Though I can't say I wouldn't have the same reactions.

[Ah, but the real reason to pull him into his lap. To kiss the mark he carved into him earlier.]

Though I don't know where you get the possessiveness.

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