Inbox - Drift Fleet

[this_loser]

Leave a message, my dude.

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[axi]

Just in case.

[She squeezes his hand a bit, then lets go, letting him look over anything else if he wants.]

Fighting at a distance isn't always possible.

[this_loser]

Yeah, I know. For that, I had a couple heavy-hitters. But, not here.

[Granted most of his machinery weapons were still ranged. Picking the baddies off from a distance was his job!

He doesn't go back to the items right away, instead opting to move a few things aside and sit down next to her. If it will make her feel better that he learns to use a knife, then by the Six, he'll be the best knife-person there is. (Or try.)]

Have I told you how much I love you yet?

[axi]

We can still keep an eye out for one that could work.

[She watches him sit, automatically leaning in once he's settled, though she pauses at his question. Kaname can feel her face warm, and she doesn't try to fight the goofy smile he manages to elicit.]

I think you mentioned it in passing when you ended our conversation the other week. Somewhat.

[this_loser]

I have been. But circular saws modded into bulky weaponry aren't all that common. Who knew?

[He leans as well, pressing against her weight and rocking a little. He tilts his head up to hide his own blush.]

Only somewhat? I guess I owe you then. I love you this... [He spreads his arms, one behind her back.] No. Thiiiiis much. [He stretches them as far as they will go, fingers pointing outward.] It goes on forever, see?

[axi]

[She huffs in amusement at the weapons comment, attention now paid to his demonstration.

As over the top and ridiculous as it is, the sentiment behind it strikes a chord. Kaname reaches out to grab the hand of the arm that's not behind her and pull it close. She places it on her chest, right over her heard which is beating rather quickly.]

Mhm, I do see. [She rests her head on his shoulder.] And this is yours.

[Her heart.]

[this_loser]

[He lets his hand rest there for a moment, trying and failing to find the right words. He's never been good with this sort of thing (not that it happened often - or, ever - before now).

His free arm curls around her from behind drawing her closer.] I'll protect it with my life.

[axi]

[Kaname exhales through her nose, both in appreciation for the tighter hold (she likes it when he does that) and his words. She relaxes against him, completely at ease.]

You don't need to go that far. [Even if she'd do the same for him. Her hand drops from his to rest in her lap as she closes her eyes.]

I think I'm becoming spoiled by how happy I am with you.

[this_loser]

[He's already decided he does need to go that far. Promise made, no take backs.

He sighs, content, wrapping his arms fully around her and squeezes.]

Good. You deserve to be happy. [He gives her a little jostle and kiss on the cheek.] Now help me figure out which of these things makes me look the most badass so we can go get some of your money back.

[axi]

[Kaname reaches out and shoves the pile aside, most of it falling to the floor. Her face presses into the crook of his neck, they're both falling back against the pillows now. She rests partially on top of him.

With a breathy laugh of amusement against his neck, she shakes her head.]

Those can wait. I just wanted this first.

[this_loser]

Oh.

[He falls back with zero resistance and an amused huff, wiggling to get more comfortable.]

This is good too.

[He gently grips one of her arms to urge her up from his neck. He can't kiss her if she's down there.]

[axi]

Mm.

[Another shake of her head. Instead, she kisses him there, snuggling closer.]

I love you.

[this_loser]

[He huffs good-naturedly and settles for patting around for one of her hands instead.]

Love you, too.

[axi]

It was a lot of shopping, I'm pretty tired. [They both know she can handle a lot more than some shopping.] I hope you don't mind if I stay like this for a little.

[Ha.] Hey, Prompto?

[this_loser]

Yeah. Of course. Don't mind at all.

[He's happy no matter what.]

Hm?

[axi]

When we're like this, what do you think about? [A pause, then she turns her face to look at him.]

I know it's a strange question, but I've been wondering sometimes.

[this_loser]

[Now would be the time to come up with something deep and meaningful, maybe.

He shrugs the shoulder she's not laying on.]

Dunno. How much I like being with you. How nice it is to have someone. What's the threadcount on these pillow cases? Did I remember to feed the dogs?

[Leave him thinking long enough, his head will go every direction.]

[axi]

[Sometimes that's nice, but Kaname prefers honesty. If they happen to be the same, that's good, too.

She hums in understanding.]

I'm sure they'd let you know if you didn't. [Her hand goes and rests on his other shoulder.]

Most of the time, I don't think. I just feel peaceful and enjoy being like this. Trust me, it's very relaxing that way. [Kaname chuckles a little.] When I do, they're quick thoughts. Like I feel safe like this, I don't have to worry about much, if I fall asleep, who's going to feed Q-Lulu...

[There's a slight grin.]

[this_loser]

Ha. There's plenty of people to look after your fishcat.

[His smile goes all dopey, though.] It ... I ... All that? That ... might be the nicest thing anyone has ever said to me.

[axi]

Mercat. [Semantics.]

Of course. All that and more. [She looks at him a little curiously.]

You didn't realize I felt that way?