[ 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.
... 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.
[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'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.
[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. ]
[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.
[ So much talent!! And he moves along with that pull easily, a little surprised when Emet kisses at that mark, but he does let out a little appreciative hum ]
Well. I don't need you to be only mine. But I do enjoy claiming you in all ways I can.
[ It's almost weird to think about how difficult it was for him to accept affection before, and how easy it is now, with Hades. How much he craves it and how much it soothes him. If there's ever a moment in which he can stop thinking about every possible worse scenario, how things can go wrong and everything could slip away from him, it's when he's in his arms.
He kisses the top of his head and wraps his arms around his neck, keeping him close ]
[Being alone is such a draining existence, such a terrible fate. Hades is not sure he could have survived as Five did with no one. Having only the three was bad enough.
He pets his face.]
If I've sufficiently satisfied your criteria, then yes. And my, you are in a good mood. It is nice to see.
Well. You've given me flowers, your attention in more ways than one, and you're holding me in your arms right now. I'll have plenty to worry about at a later time. Right now my mood couldn't possibly be better.
[ he shifts a little, kissing behind his ear and then on his neck, his hand reaching for Hades' to hold it, like he did before ]
And we're going to get that bag from Lahabrea, later, just in case.
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[ he'll keep with the petting then, wanting to keep giving him as much affection as possible ]
...should I have asked?
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Do it again.
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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.
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[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.]
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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?
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[He puts a hand on a cheek to tilt him to he is making eye contact.]
Talk to me. You clearly have reservations.
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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.
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[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.
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[ 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...?
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[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.
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[ 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.
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[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.
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[ 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.
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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.]
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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.
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[He holds up a grape.]
Open up. I did say I was going to feed you.
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[ 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 ]
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Flattering. I wonder why. Tell me how they were different.
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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.
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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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Well. I don't need you to be only mine. But I do enjoy claiming you in all ways I can.
Maybe I'm taking after you?
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[He feeds Five a few more bites and tucks more in himself before he simply just holds him. A slight squeeze just to prove he's there.]
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He kisses the top of his head and wraps his arms around his neck, keeping him close ]
Do you want me to do it now?
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He pets his face.]
If I've sufficiently satisfied your criteria, then yes. And my, you are in a good mood. It is nice to see.
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[ he shifts a little, kissing behind his ear and then on his neck, his hand reaching for Hades' to hold it, like he did before ]
And we're going to get that bag from Lahabrea, later, just in case.
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