Update... Nightmare Game ch.10
So here it is, after.. However long. Hooray.
Nightmare Game
A D.Gray-Man Fanfiction
By SisterWicked
Chapter 10 - Legion's Key
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Well, I'm not much for these, but since it's been so long, I'll at least make an honest attempt. After real life intruded into the scene, things took a backburner. And frankly, I almost lost interest in writing for this fandom because 3/4 of my 'fans' are douchebags that whine and cry when asked to provide simple feedback in exchange for the immense effort spent on my part as well as the rest of my group. Bottom line? If you really think it's so 'wonderful and hot!1!', LEAVE A FUCKING COMMENT. Lack of it, positive OR negative, is why I've only been posting to my group's private archive. Don't like that? Kiss my motherfucking ass.
With that said, here's your goddamned update.
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The first thing that Lavi noticed upon awakening was the extreme proximity of his sleeping lover's body.
The man's left arm was a not-altogether unpleasant weight across his middle beneath the sheets, and his left leg lay intertwined with the redhead's own, effectively preventing his escape through anything less than heroic effort and stealth. His right arm lay beneath the Exorcist's pillow, allowing full contact of chest to back.
Even in his mostly-alert state of mind, the boy was hard pressed to name their arrangement as anything but cuddling. The very idea left him snickering helplessly, and after several moments of half stifled glee, he felt the other stir reluctantly.
"Mm.. Something amusing, Lovely..?"
The languid tone of his question stoked the Exorcist's hilarity to completely new levels, and he replied as best he could through fits and starts of laughter. "You.. Did you think I was gonna- Oh, God- sneak off somewhere, Tyki?" He turned carefully, facing the man with an almost serious expression. "Did you miss me that much..? It's usually me latched onto you, you know."
The brunette raised an eyebrow at his statement, smiling faintly. "As a matter of fact, yes. I've gotten used to having you here, so I intended to take full advantage of my regained comfort." Tightening his arm, he urged the redhead forward. "I wasn't quite finished yet.. But besides that, did you sleep well despite my clinginess, Lavi?" He hummed contentedly at the Exorcist's firm nod, his fingers tracing meaningless patterns over the skin of his back. "That's good.. Did you see the clock? It feels like we've missed the morning entirely."
Glancing over the other's lowered head, he laughed. "Almost two in the afternoon.. We should be ashamed of ourselves." In outright conflict with his remark, he settled closer still, his touch lowering by teasing degrees until the boy inhaled sharply. "Are you ashamed, Lovely..? We did have an almost excusable reason to lie abed so late."
The redhead swallowed heavily, shaking his head. "N-no, not really.. But I think we should probably work on getting up soon."
Tyki laughed, stroking his palm over the curve of the boy's lower back deliberately. "Oh, I thought that's exactly what we were doing.. My mistake."
The Exorcist growled softly, pressing close against the man's chest. "It is a mistake, unless you're going to finish what you start." Allowing the other to pull away, he sighed. "I'll take that as a no, then. Can I move now? You won't get to visit the hospital if we don't leave the bed." At the mention of their daily activity, the brunette's eyes widened almost comically, and the boy found himself abruptly alone.
Tyki shook his head quickly, annoyed with himself. "Ah, they must think we aren't coming, it's never been quite this late, after all." Crossing the room, he rummaged through his wardrobe, ignoring the redhead's speculative glance at his uncovered backside as he retrieved the clothing he sought. Looking back at the watching Exorcist, he hummed curiously. "Will you be joining me, Lovely..? As much as I approve, I doubt you're in a fit state for visiting children.."
Scowling, Lavi pushed free of the blankets, wincing at the faint soreness of his muscles. "Very funny. Hand me some clothes and we can go." Accepting a shirt and a set of undergarments, he shrugged his arms into the slightly too-big former, fastening the buttons. Stepping into the latter, he sighed at the closeness of the cut. "I can't believe that these fit you.."
The older man laughed outright at the other's discomfited examination of his own rear, gesturing at himself. "I'm simply not as well.. Proportioned as you, Lavi. I had actually considered purchasing clothing more to your size, but you'd never mentioned it so I decided to wait until you asked."
Biting his lip, the redhead nodded faintly. "You don't have to, it really isn't that bad." Taking a pair of pants, he finished dressing himself silently, frowning at the man's sudden interest. "I can't pay you back if you do, all right? You don't have to waste money on me-"
Tyki stepped forward quickly, gripping the boy's shoulders. "I wouldn't expect repayment for a gift, Lovely! You're going to need things eventually, yes?" Bending close, he raised an eyebrow at the redhead's silence. "If I'm going to keep you here, the least I can do is provide for your most basic needs.. Would you be angry with me, if I wanted to do those things for you?"
The Exorcist avoided his gaze, shrugging. "Not like I can stop you.. Do whatever you want." Turning to locate his boots, he returned to the bed, sitting down to pull them on. Securing the last buckle, he looked up. "Ready when you are, Tyki."
The brunette nodded slowly, stretching out an arm in invitation. The boy approached warily, standing just short of actual contact. "Then let's be off, shall we..? We can discuss your attire at a more opportune time." Taking hold of the redhead's waist, he urged his head up with a smile, one hand rising to press firmly against his back. "Don't be annoyed with me, please..? I only thought of your happiness." Leaning down, he brushed their lips together lightly, humming at the boy's eager response. After a moment, he straightened, sighing when the Exorcist scowled up at him in clear dissatisfaction. "I'll make it up to you later, if you like."
Lavi huffed quietly, closing his eye to ward off the effects of the other's mode of travel. "Sure you will. That's why you just let your mouth write a check that your ass couldn't cash." Hissing at the sudden lurch of dislocation, he blinked in surprise when the brunette's hold tightened almost painfully, his eye widening at the rough texture of stone against his unprepared back. Struggling to regain his bearings, he gasped abortively when the older man's lips covered his own with demanding intent, his hands clenching into the material of his shirt at the possessive strokes of a tongue against his own.
Lifting his head with a short growl, Tyki stayed close enough to keep his voice at the level of a whisper. "There was the time to consider, then.. And as far as cashing goes, I believe you could say that I own the bank, Lovely."
Smirking at the redhead's startled sound, he lowered his hands from waist to hips, pulling the boy firmly against himself with a soft laugh. "But what of you? We agreed to be more careful, yes..?" He rocked his weight forward deliberately, his fingers angling downward to curl around the fullness of the Exorcist's rear for leverage. Hearing his shaken whimpers at the movement, he pressed a kiss to the line of his throat. "It may be another day, but I fully intend to keep my word."
The boy's voice was equally low, but the tremor in it gave evidence to his state of mind as clearly as if he'd screamed. "Don't play with me! You can't do things that you know will make me want you and then tell me later!" He tipped his face pleadingly, rising to his toes to reach the other's smiling mouth. "If you're not going to take care of it then, wait until you are.."
Tyki accepted the boy's kiss with a low hum of pleasure, his hands rising back to their former positions as he straightened despite the other's moan of protest. "But I want to prove my interest, Lovely.. I wouldn't want you to forget." Releasing his hold, he stepped back, nodding toward the nearby street. "We really should go, before Miss Porter loses all hope of our appearance."
Clenching his hands, the Exorcist nodded shortly. "Fine, then. But trust me, I won't forget." Following the brunette to the alley's end, he took a deep breath to calm his jangled nerves, joining him on the sidewalk after a moment. The street was mostly clear, leaving them with little to remark on while making their way to the building that was their destination. Mounting the steps, Lavi pulled up short when the other stopped, frowning in confusion at his amused once-over. "What now?"
The man smiled, shaking his head. "Nothing serious, but you should compose yourself a bit.. You look flustered." Laughing at the redhead's muttering, he continued onward, opening the door with a flourish. "After you, Lavi.."
The Exorcist huffed silently, entering the building without a second glance at the other. Hearing the door close softly behind them, he scanned the waiting area closely, relaxing faintly at its near-empty state. Spotting the smiling nurse at the station, he grinned in return. "Well, I bet you thought you were rid of us, huh?"
She rose quickly, her relief apparent as she crossed the room. "Oh, not really.. I thought something had come up. How are you today?" Her veiled curiosity was amusing, but before either man could respond, she continued. "You're actually in luck.. It's almost time for her next feeding."
Tyki smiled faintly, nodding toward his companion. "We had a bit of a slow start, but that's all been settled now.. And yes, that is rather fortunate. How often does a child her age eat?"
Sarah gestured for the two to follow her, leading them down the familiar hallway. "About every three hours, give or take. It really depends on how active she is.. We try to keep her occupied so that she will eat a little more, and put on some weight." Pushing the nursery doors open with one hand, she smiled at the pair's close attention. "Believe it or not, she's gained almost an entire pound this month.. We're extremely pleased with that, since she was so small at first."
Indicating the regular seats with a nod, she turned toward the room's second door. "I'll get her for you, so go on and make yourselves comfortable.. It won't be long." With that, she took her leave, the lighter doors swinging closed with a faint sound.
As her footsteps faded into the mix of other noises, Lavi sighed in exasperated relief. "Nice work, blaming the whole late morning on me. I'll remember that, too." Hearing the other's soft chuckle, he scowled. "Go right ahead and laugh. What goes around comes around, hey?"
The older man shrugged noncommittally, moving closer. "Indeed it does.. Should I be more careful of exactly what presents itself, Lavi?" He trailed a finger upward along the boy's spine, smiling at his quickened breaths. "Would that bring pleasant things back to me, or is it simply another old wive's tale?" His words drew a shaken gasp from the redhead, his face lowering to press slow kisses to the other's cheek as he stepped even nearer.
Lavi bit his lip to stifle a moan, tipping his head to escape the teasing touch. "Stop that, you know this isn't the right place to-" He inhaled sharply as the man's teeth closed on the lobe of his ear, his tongue following the shape of his earring teasingly. "Tyki! Cut it out, someone might come in and-"
The brunette cut him off with a laugh, the sound raising gooseflesh over the Exorcist's skin. "But you taste so good, Lovely.. And we did skip breakfast.." He moved from ear to throat, pausing just above the beat of the redhead's pulse with a smile. Pressing his open mouth to flesh, he sucked gently, closing his eyes at the boy's shaken noise. Pulling away, he laid his chin on the other's shoulder. "I thought you rather liked having my mouth on you.. Was I mistaken, Lavi?"
The boy shuddered noticeably, his eye closed tight against the onslaught of memories. "You know I do.." He muttered, leaning away from the older man's weight. "But you can't do that here, and you already told me that you won't do it later either! Don't do things like that on purpose!"
Following his forward movement, Tyki hummed softly. "Would you stop me if we were somewhere else, Lavi..? I could wait until we leave, if you'd rather." He slipped one arm around the Exorcist's middle, pulling him firmly against himself. Shifting deliberately, he growled at the sensation of the boy's clothed rear, his opposite hand joining the first to keep him still. "If I were less concerned for your wellbeing, I'd have us home and naked in an instant, do you know..? This would be infinitely better without your clothes."
Gritting his teeth, the redhead took a slow breath. "Does mental wellbeing count..?" Glancing toward the doorway, he squirmed uncomfortably. "Just.. Don't, all right? Let's do what we came here to do and go back."
Tyki hummed faintly, relaxing his grip. "As you wish then.. But you surprise me again, Lovely." Smirking at the boy's confused sound, he allowed him to turn. "I had thought you would attempt to persuade me. From previous experience, you know."
Before the other could reply, the door swung open to reveal a faintly amused Sarah, her arms occupied with a vigorously rustling blanket. "She heard you talking, I think.. She's much more active lately, maybe she's started to associate being taken from the nursery with your visits."
Forcing down his nearly painful blush, the redhead smiled. "Because she's smart! Hello, Miki!" Reaching for the now violently thrashing bundle, he laughed at the girl's piercing squeals. "We missed you too! Have you been a good girl?" He ignored the older man's amused snort, gathering the child close against himself as he backed toward his seat. Settling himself carefully, he rearranged the mussed blanket, exposing the bright copper of her hair. "Looks and brains.. You have it made, don't you?"
Glancing pointedly at the brunette, he nodded toward the empty chair beside him. "Get over here, don't you know that women need more than one source of flattery?" The man's raised eyebrow was offset by his growing smile, and the Exorcist hummed in mock indignance. "Hey, if I'm gonna sit here simpering all over myself, you're doing it too. Come on, you know you wanna."
Rolling his eyes heavenward for the benefit of their 'audience', Tyki nodded. "Of course, Lovely.. Why should only one of us play the fool?" Joining the other in his seat, he smiled at the girl's wide-eyed gaze, his brow furrowing as she shuddered minutely. "Little One..?" He stroked the back of her hand questioningly, his alarm growing as her shivers increased.
The Exorcist blinked in surprise at her reaction, mimicking the gesture atop her other hand. "Sarah, I think something's-"
He was cut off by the sudden grasp of a hand around his finger, the strength of it astonishing for the child's small size. Seeing her latch onto the brunette with equal ferocity, he took a quick breath, meeting the man's eyes curiously. "What-"
This time the interruption was vocal, the girl's piercing shriek of glee leaving them both stunned as she clutched both hands to herself. The watching nurse laughed at their shared bewilderment, covering her mouth hastily as the two jerked to attention.
"I'm so sorry, but the look on your faces-" She dissolved into soft giggles, shaking her head. "She does that when she's excited, it's like she's so happy that she doesn't know what to do with herself.. You should be flattered!" Clearing her throat, she shrugged. "It's completely normal, if a bit soon for her age. I'm sorry if it frightened you."
Lavi huffed quietly, poking at the girl's side gently. "Meanie." The only reply was a quick squirm and a rapid kick of feet, her eyes mildly unfocused as she blinked expectantly up at the silent brunette.
After the span of several seconds, the older man chuckled, shaking his head at her scrutiny. "And here I was worried that we bored her.. May I, Lavi?" Allowing the boy a moment to shift his small burden accordingly, he drew the child closer, smiling at her contented sigh. "Thank you. And thank you, Miki.. It's wonderful to know that my heart is in perfect working order."
She mumbled something around the finger now firmly clamped in her jaws, the tone unmistakably pleased.
Wincing at the fervent press of her gums, the brunette hummed questioningly. "Is she teething..? I thought that was quite a way down the road.."
Sarah nodded, taking an empty seat nearby. "It is. Most children don't start that until they're nearly six months." She smiled at the child's happy noises, taking a bottle from her apron pocket. "So, who gets this..? I could hold her while you discuss it."
Snickering at her wide smile, Lavi shrugged. "It's his turn. Besides, would you really want to see two grown men wrestle over a bottle?" Shrinking away from an errant elbow, he laughed. "He holds a grudge too.. I'd rather let him have his happytime than sleep with one eye open."
Watching the brunette maneuver himself into position, he sighed. "You're pretty good at that, aren't you..? It's almost funny how whipped you are."
Tyki glared halfheartedly across the squirming bundle in his arms, patiently allowing the child to latch onto the container. "Whipped..? Not by half, Lavi. And you're just as proficient at this as I." Smirking at the nurse's quiet laugh, he shrugged. "I'm a man of many talents, wouldn't you say?"
The Exorcist inhaled sharply at his tone, the insinuation lost on their small audience. "Yeah. I guess so." Shaking off his sudden anxiety, he leaned close. "Wow, she's already half done.. Didn't she eat earlier?"
The woman nodded, still smiling. "She did, but not as much as I would have liked." Inclining her head at the surprised brunette, she laughed. "Maybe she knew what time it was. Her noon feeding is usually the best for her, since she finishes the lot and falls directly to sleep. That helps her take more from the food, you know."
Lavi nodded in understanding, stroking the back of one tiny hand. "Good, then.. But I still think she likes it best when it's him. She just looks so relaxed." For a moment he was almost envious, but not entirely sure of who. Leaning back in his seat, he forced a smile. "It's great that she's happy, though. That helps too, right?"
The nurse nodded, accepting the now-empty bottle from the man. "I think so. Like I said, she really does seem to enjoy her time with the two of you, more than anything else." Her smile faded slightly, her voice low. "We still haven't managed to place her, so I'm grateful for any bit of happiness that we can give.. A hospital is really no place for a child to grow up."
The brunette winced, cradling the dozing infant against his chest. "No, it isn't. Is there any reason for that, besides the overcrowding?" He frowned at the answering headshake, straightening reluctantly as the girl began to settle closer in sleep. "It's a pity.. She's such a perfect child, you'd think that people would be lining up to adopt her." Offering the now limp child to the woman, Tyki sighed. "And again we've sent her to sleep with our seriousness.. I wonder if I should feel embarrassed at my lack of entertainment ability."
Sarah grinned at the girl's contented expression, tucking the blanket around her. "I'll just take her to bed now.. Excuse me for a moment, please." With that said, she left the room with careful steps, pausing to sit the empty bottle on the empty desk.
Scarcely had the doors swung shut behind the nurse before he found himself turned forcefully around, the other's arm once again tight around his waist. "Wha-" The rough press of the man's lips was startling, even if not entirely unexpected. Allowing his eye to close, he growled softly at the insistent stroke of a tongue along his skin, the sound rising into a choked whine when a hand curled deliberately against the front of his borrowed pants. Tearing his mouth away, he gasped. "Damn it, stop! There are people right outside the-"
Tyki stifled his protest with a second kiss, his fingers tracing the outline of the other's zipper. Withdrawing to speak, he squeezed gently. "But you like it.. And I could care less about other people just now."
The Exorcist clenched his hands tightly, nodding toward the thin door. "I care! Sarah-"
Again he was halted by the other's mouth, the hand against his now-obvious arousal stilling. "Is a grown woman. And most likely to take a bit longer."
As if summoned by his assurance, the nurse in question emerged from the doorway, her cheeks flushed as she regarded the two for a moment before speaking. "Well, I'm sure she'll sleep much better now.. Will you be coming tomorrow as well?"
Pushing away from the smiling brunette, Lavi nodded awkwardly. "Probably. I think it'll be a little earlier than today, too." Clearing his throat meaningfully, he glanced in the man's direction. "Thanks for taking such good care of her, she looks a lot better now that she's getting bigger."
Tyki hummed in agreement, placing a hand atop the redhead's spine innocently. "Yes, thank you.. Now if you'll excuse us, there were some things that needed tending. Good day, Miss Porter." With that, he urged the Exorcist toward the door, ignoring his attempts to step away from the light touch.
Once outside the building, the boy rounded on him indignantly, his cheeks hot. "I can't believe you did that! Have you completely lost your mind, Tyki?"
The older man laughed quietly, shrugging. "Perhaps I have, Lovely.. It must be due to your incredibly stimulating presence." Indicating the street with a nod, he descended the stairs. "Could you forgive me, this once..? I'll be much more careful in the future."
His demeanor all but screamed falsehood, but the boy ignored his irritation in favor of verbal response. "Sure you will, as long as I stay far enough away from you in public."Allowing the man to lead him toward their usual alley, the redhead was far too preoccupied with the knowing smirk and narrowed eyes of his companion to notice the robed figure that gaped stupidly at his departing back.
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Shaking off his shock, the man fumbled awkwardly with the communications golem tucked securely inside his pocket, unravelling the connector cable from its place on the side of the large box he carried upon his back. Attaching the tiny device to the terminal, he fidgeted anxiously as the object chattered to life.
"Science Department."
The Finder cleared his throat, almost trembling with the enormity of his news. "I need to speak to Supervisor Li immediately." The line crackled with empty air for a moment, then a mildly bored voice replaced the first.
"The Supervisor is busy doing nothing. What was the message?"
Sighing in annoyance, the man pressed a hand to his forehead. "This is Finder #828-K72. I'm supposed to be looking into a report of activity in the downtown district of Newport, on the Isle of Wight." Taking a breath, he leaned against the side of the building behind him. "I think.. No, I'm sure that I just found your missing Exorcist."
There was a muffled thump, and a quick exchange of voices, one of which sounded decidedly urgent, if groggy. After several seconds of muted arguing, a third voice replaced the second. "This is Komui Li. What do you mean, found? Is he..?"
The obvious question was clear, despite the crispness of his tone. Straightening quickly, the Finder hummed. "He seems fine. More than fine, by the look of him." Swallowing, he ignored the other's abortive questions. "He wasn't alone. I saw him here on the street not five minutes ago.. With a man that I know to be a Noah."
Narrowing his eyes at the memory of the Exorcist's clear willingness, he clenched his free hand into a fist. "It was Tyki Mikk, Sir. They came out of-" He glanced quickly at the building's plaque, mildly surprised at the word's there. "Kerrington Hospital. Then they left, together."
There was a long pause, then the older man replied quietly. "Thank you for reporting it. If you'll go back to your hotel, I'll send someone out there right away.. It shouldn't be more than two days."
A faint click signaled the end of the transmission, and the Finder carefully disconnected his golem with a wan smile. Even if the war was over, there should still be a sense of loyalty, he thought, stowing the smallish device in a pocket and shouldering his pack. If the former Exorcist thought that he could simply vanish to set up house with an enemy..
He snorted, turning in the direction of his hotel.
Well, it wouldn't matter what he thought, once someone with the means to inform him of his mistake arrived.
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The trip back to the other's home was much less leisurely than their departure, the redhead's arms locked around the man's neck as he pressed their mouths together with a hungry sound that the older man echoed softly. When the need for air became urgent, he leaned back reluctantly, releasing his hold and stepping away. "That was awful, Tyki.. If you'd been any more obvious about it.."
The Noah laughed, removing his coat with a careless shrug. "I thought my meaning was perfectly clear.. It isn't as if you didn't understand me." Setting the garment aside, he advanced on the other, his eyebrows lifting as the boy retreated a step. "Did you understand, Lavi..? I could explain it in more detail, if necessary."
The redhead inhaled quickly, frowning at the man's intent expression. "No, I understood you just fine. I think everyone else did, too." Continuing his steady retreat, he shook his head. "You don't have to explain anything, you telling me that we couldn't do what you kept hinting at explained it all."
The other man's pursuit was equally steady, his slow steps bringing him well into reach of the object of his scrutiny. Lifting a hand to the boy's chest, he smiled lazily. "If you believed it to be nothing more than a hint, I certainly think I should make an effort to explain." He stroked his palm downward, moving closer with a hum. "I intended to show you exactly what it was that I wanted, Lovely.. And how much."
The Exorcist blinked in surprise at the intimate touch, his mouth suddenly dry. "You didn't care that we were almost in the street, then..? What did you really think would happen, in a place like that?" He fought to continue around the lump that had taken root in his throat, his heartbeat abnormally loud in his ears. "That could have been the worst idea you've ever had, weren't you worried at all?"
Tyki nodded firmly, his fingers drawing slow lines over the material of the other's shirt. "I would have at least given a thought to your knees.. Alleys hardly make for the best sex, after all." His eyes narrowed thoughtfully, his voice lowering almost conspiratorially. "Or perhaps I'm wrong. Do you think it would be satisfying, to indulge in something so completely that the place didn't matter? I can't speak for you, but it could be worthwhile to make the attempt.."
Shivering with repressed heat, the redhead leaned back, the doorframe pushing uncomfortably into his shoulder. "Don't. You know better than to-" Tyki laughed quietly, moving closer despite the other's clear reluctance.
"Know better? What I know is irrelevant, Lovely.. But perhaps not. After all, I'm supposed to be learning about you, aren't I?" He lifted a hand to the Exorcist's face, stroking the curve of his lip with a finger. "I've known you long enough to see that you don't really want me to stop.. I think you would much rather have me continue, until one of us needs to rest." The boy's eye widened almost comically, his faint shaking becoming more pronounced.
"You said.. We couldn't. That it was too soon for.." He turned his head away from the man's touch, clenching his hands. "Was it because of this..? You wanted me to think that we wouldn't be able to do these things, just to make me want it more?"
The brunette's mouth curled into a slow smile, his eyes wide with false innocence that suddenly made the Exorcist's blood boil. "It wasn't enough to know I'd want you anyway, Tyki? You had to play with me until it was like this?" He glared at the older man steadily, the maddening expression on the other's face fading into astonishment at the bite in his tone. "You think its amusing, don't you..? Because you know I wouldn't turn you down, even if you used my willingness to torture me. You wanted me to be like this, so that you'd be able to have me when you were damned good and ready."
Growling angrily, he shoved himself away from the wall, taking hold of the man's arm. "That's it." He hissed, jerking the surprised brunette along as he strode to the bed. "You think it's funny, always reminding me that I crave this? For once, you should close your damned mouth and let me have you." Turning to face the other, he flinched at his wide-eyed confusion. "Don't look at me like that, either! You've been teasing me ever since this morning, and you know it!"
Catching the man's free arm, he turned him around, backing him towards the edge of the bed. When his knees hit the mattress, he pushed him down, keeping a tight grip on his arms as he dropped into his lap to hold him still. "I'm not going to beg this time, Tyki! You told me that you want to be mine, so let's see if you meant it. Don't you move." Fixing the man with a steely look, he rose to his feet, tugging his shirt off with a jerk. "Get rid of yours too, or I will."
Still slightly alarmed by the boy's sudden ferocity, Tyki complied, his hands clumsy as he fumbled with his buttons without lowering his eyes. "Lovely, I- " Lavi kicked off his pants and shoes, cutting him off with a glare.
"Shut up. The only thing I want you to say is my name. Later, when I'm making you sorry that you're such a fucking tease." Stepping forward, he gripped the man's knees, pushing them up to reach his shoes. "You're too slow, Tyki.. I really don't have much patience, so you'd better work on those damned pants unless you want me to do it for you." Dropping the other's shoes carelessly, he shoved his undergarments over his hips, stepping out of them.
Seeing the older man's mouth open to reply, he shook his head, moving forward to straddle him as he pressed their lips together. Licking his way into the brunette's mouth, he sucked gently at the tip of his tongue, his hands busy with the fastenings of his pants. Leaning back for air, he urged the man's hips up, tugging his pants and underwear down with a growl.
"I hope that bottle is close enough to reach, Tyki.. Think you could see about that, at least?" He smirked at the other's half-dazed expression, sliding back to lap firmly at the skin of his stomach. Lifting his head, he raised an eyebrow curiously. "We could always do without, if you'd rather.. Maybe I could try licking you until you're wet enough?"
Pushing himself upright, the older man shook his head quickly, unnerved by the redhead's determined face. "No! You.. We won't need to, it's right-" Lavi snatched the proffered bottle from his hand, working open the top with a smirk.
"Fine. Now that that's out of the way, lay down."
Tyki sucked in a breath, blinking in surprise as the boy tipped the oil into his palm. "Lavi, do you.. Oh, Gods..!" He bucked upward, moaning breathlessly at the Exorcist's slickened hand on his skin. "I thought.. that.. Wait! Lovely, you still need..!" Lavi shoved him back to his elbows, climbing up to sit astride his lap.
"What I need is for you to stop moving. I'm pretty sure it's been long enough, you act like I'm still a fucking virgin." Taking advantage of the man's guilty pause, he took hold of his arms below the elbow, his weight keeping the other from rising. "Don't ever tease me like that again. If you want it, take it. Here, I'll give you an example."
Lifting himself to his knees, he pushed back against the older man's body, ignoring the sharp pang at the suddenness of the movement. Meeting the brunette's panicked gaze, he shifted deliberately, fingers tightening on his arms as he hissed. "I told you, I'm not going to beg. Are you?" He rocked forward slowly, holding his direct stare. "I don't mind you talking, if you do that.. Didn't you want this too?"
Tyki nodded jerkily, fighting the urge to raise his hips to meet the boy's descent. "Yes.. All day." He gasped haltingly as the Exorcist continued to move, his eyes closing at the sensation. "Please, Lavi.. I want to.."
"No."
He blinked up at the redhead in surprise, that single word sending a rush of heat up his spine. "..No? You expect me not to move at all?"
The smile he got in reply was almost mocking, despite the light tone of voice. "You're pretty smart, when you want to be.. What is it that you want, Tyki? You always expect me to tell you what's good, why don't you try a little of it yourself?"
The boy's eye was almost unnaturally bright, the flush in his cheeks closer to fever heat than passion, but the steadiness of his movements spoke volumes about the sincerity of his words. Tipping his head back, the former Noah panted softly, baring his throat in invitation. "Anything.. Mark me as I did you, if you wish.. I don't mind your mouth being anywhere on me, Lovely."
Laughing quietly, the Exorcist leaned in, licking a slow trail over the visibly rushed beat of his pulse. "I should," He mumbled, increasing his pace. "But I'm not really into blood. Is there something else you want?" Feeling the man's muscles tense beneath him, he stayed close, allowing his lips to brush the other's skin as he spoke. "I think I like you like this.. You look good on your back, Tyki."
Shaking his head, the older man struggled to reply. "But I'm not, Lovely.. It doesn't matter though, where you are is perfect." He shuddered raggedly, his hands tightening into fists as he moaned. "Gods.. Are you really not going to let me move, Lavi?"
The boy released his hold on one arm, cupping his palm around the brunette's neck. Urging his face up, he kissed him deeply, his fingers winding into the back of his hair. Breaking away for air, he took in the older man's expression, humming contentedly at the silent pleading in his eyes. "You made me wait this long, didn't you? It's only fair that you wait, too.." He pressed closer, nipping at the other's shoulder with a whine.
"It's not enough, Tyki? Tell me what's better, then." He intensified his movements, the quickening lift and slide drawing a low moan from them both. "Do you need more than this? Tell me, damn it!"
Tyki nodded eagerly, growling at the feeling of the boy's lips on his throat. "Don't stop.. You can do anything else you want, Lovely, but please..Ah!" He bucked in surprise as the redhead ground against him, his eyes closing tightly at the other's halting cry. "I'm sorry for making you wait, Lavi.. Please let me.." His voice deserted him entirely when the Exorcist gasped his name, the fingers in his hair shaking noticeably as he moved.
"Let you what, Tyki? Tease me? You've been doing that for hours.." He tugged his hand free of the other's hair, stroking his upper back and shoulders. "You've had your mouth on me too.. Even at the hospital." He licked along the side of the man's jaw, pausing to nibble just below his ear. "I think poor Sarah actually saw you, the second time.. The look on her face.. I think she liked watching us."
He laughed at the older man's choked moan. "Is that what you wanted, Tyki? To let people watch while you do dirty things to me?" Repeating his slow grind, he sighed. "You can't do that right out in public though.. Were you going to bring them here? You'd better be sure they keep their hands to themselves.."
Tyki hissed a negative, lifting his hips to meet the boy's steady rocking. "You know I wouldn't do that, Lavi. And if anyone tried to touch you, I'd kill them."
Humming in amusement, the Exorcist released his hold on the other entirely, his free hand joining it's mate on the man's shoulders as he smirked. "Is that a promise, Tyki? I'd be more worried about people touching you, but you never know.." He closed his eye with a ragged sound, his nails leaving faint impressions on the other's skin. "God, you feel so fucking good like this.. I think I'd kill someone before I'd share you anyway."
The older man gasped in surprise, his fingers all but aching as he clutched the blankets in a whiteknuckled grip. "You'll never have to.. This is more than enough for me, Lovely." He growled at the boy's deliberately increased tightness, shaking his head jerkily. "And that's nearly too much.. I love the way you feel.."
Lavi moaned in agreement, his motions slowing as he panted. "S'why I want you all to myself.. Hate it when you tease." Lowering his head to claim a brief kiss, he shivered. "I just want it so bad.. And it's a game for you.."
The brunette shook his head firmly, tipping his face back for a second brush of lips. "It isn't, not at all.. We're the same." Allowing the boy to urge him back onto his elbows, he groaned at the rough press of restraining hands. "Must you, Lavi..? I want to feel everything.."
The Exorcist stifled a pleaful sound, his grip loosening as he shifted his weight. The change of angle left him breathless, pleasure momentarily robbing him of both air and voice. "Touch me." He choked, releasing the man abruptly. "I want your hands on me, Tyki." Before he could draw a breath to speak again, the brunette's arm wrapped firmly around his waist, his free hand supporting his weight as he pulled the boy down as roughly as he dared.
He caught the other's mouth with equal fervor, hissing at his needy response. "I hope you're as close as I think you are.. There's no way I can.. Lovely, oh God-" He moaned brokenly, his hand leaving the bed to take hold of the Exorcist's back. "M-mais..! Não pare.."
Even without understanding the words, his tone conveyed their meaning to the panting redhead, the man's shaking muscles spurring him on to a more demanding rhythm. "No way you can what, Tyki? Are you that close already?" He laughed breathlessly, stroking the older man's side. "Good. I wouldn't want to come without you.."
The brunette's fingers closed almost painfully against his skin, his mouth pressed to the side of his throat as he bucked desperately into the boy's movements. "Won't..agora..mes- Lavi!" He cried out raggedly, his arms locked around the Exorcist as he came with shocking force. The redhead's release followed by mere half-seconds, the trembling clench of his body drawing a roughened groan from the older man as he rocked his hips upward in reaction. Panting for air, he kissed and nipped a path from the boy's neck to his lips, pausing only long enough to take a deep breath before sealing their mouths together hungrily.
The Exorcist returned his kiss with definite interest, his weight shifting suggestively even as he pulled back for air. "Again, then..? If you're gonna make me wait 'til some other day for more, you might as well make today count.." He silenced the brunette's protest with a second kiss, his hands stroking the sweat-tacky skin of his back and shoulders. "It's easier to wait if you do that.. Didn't you say that you wouldn't leave me unsatisfied?" Biting his lip, he tightened his embrace deliberately, bringing their bodies together with a soft moan. "It isn't enough, not yet.. Don't you want me?"
Tyki groaned at his pleaful question, burying his face against the junction of throat and shoulder. "Lovely, I honestly can't think of anything that I want more than you.. But that doesn't justify harming you-"
The redhead shivered at the vibration of words on skin, shaking his head jerkily. "I just.. I need you! Isn't it all right if we don't do so much all the time? I promised that I'd tell you if it hurt.." Forcing himself upright, he inhaled deeply. "Let me go, then. I'll just wait until you're ready." Leaning away from the other, he sighed at the stubborn grip of his arms. "Forget about it, Tyki. It's not worth fighting over."
The older man studied his face carefully, frowning when the boy averted his gaze. "It isn't, but I trust you.. Kiss me, Lavi? I should like to do things properly this time.." He leaned forward invitingly, humming at the renewed contact of skin. "Have what you need, until it is enough."
Nuzzling against the redhead's cheek, he sighed. "It's myself that I don't trust.. I can't remember being with anyone who made me want them the way that I want you, Lovely." He stroked the Exorcist's back slowly, laughing at the sudden hitch in his breath. "It's almost embarrassing when I think about it.. No matter how much you offer me, I still yearn for more."
Whimpering shakily, Lavi clung to the other with fierce strength, his voice strained with sudden urgency. "Don't be like that! You don't have to worry about trusting yourself with me, I already told you what I wanted!" He buried his fingers into the man's dampened hair, tugging his face up insistently. Swallowing past the lump in his throat, he shook his head jerkily. "I'm here for anything you need, Tyki! If you want me, have me.. Aren't I yours..?"
The man nodded quickly, tightening his hold possessively. "Yes. That's why I want to be sure of your comfort." He smiled darkly, the expression sending a surprised shiver along the other's spine. "And really, why would I want to damage the thing that pleases me so..? I doubt that either one of us wants to wait any longer than we must, yes?" The redhead's abrupt stillness brought him up short, his smile fading. "Lavi? What-" Mentally backtracking, he inhaled sharply at his careless wording. "I didn't mean it like-"
The Exorcist shook his head firmly, ignoring the bright surge of anger at the other's flippant remark. "It doesn't matter, Tyki. I know what you meant." Rocking his weight backward, he hummed questioningly. "Now, or is there something else you want to say first..?" Frowning at the man's stubborn expression, he rose to his knees, wincing at the separation of their bodies. "You know, I think I've changed my mind. Just forget about it, huh?"
The brunette's eyes widened in alarm, his hands reaching for the other's shoulders. "If you'd rather not talk now, it can wait! Don't be angry, please?"
Lavi growled in rising annoyance, wrenching away from his hold. "I wasn't! You just don't know when to talk and when to fuck!" Snorting at the man's startled noise, he moved to the edge of the bed. "That's why we keep having the same arguments over and over. You need to concentrate on one or the other." Pushing himself to his feet, he shook his head. "Right now, I really don't feel like doing either of those things. I'm going to take a bath."
Before he had taken more than a halfdozen steps toward his intended destination, the man halted him with a tight grip on one wrist, the suddenness of it wrenching him around with more force than the other had expected. His indignant sound was cut off by a faint shake from the brunette, his eyes narrowed.
"I don't think so, Lovely. That isn't the sort of thing that one says if they don't wish to discuss it." Pulling the Exorcist forward, he returned his angry stare evenly despite his discomfort. "If something comes out badly, I tend to apologise when it matters." Resisting the boy's attempts to dislodge him, he frowned. "Stop that. I'm not through with you just yet."
Lavi all but hissed in wrath, yanking roughly at his held arm. "So we're back to that? Should I wait while you find some rope, Tyki?"
The man released his hold as if burned, stepping back with a quick breath. "You know better. If you're really so concerned for your safety, you should take more care when you pick your battles." Gesturing at the door to the bathroom, he sighed. "Have at it, then.. But eventually there will be a need for that conversation, Lavi. I'll see to dinner, unless you think I might attempt to poison you?" Without waiting for the redhead to reply, he strode to the bedside, retrieving his pants. Stepping into them, he left the room, closing the door behind him with a muted thud.
For a moment, the Exorcist stared after him, his hands shaking with spent nerves. Then, he sighed quietly, turning to enter the bathroom. Once inside, he quickly located a washcloth and soap, setting them nearby as he adjusted the water's temperature to somewhat less than scalding. Waiting for the tub to fill, he regarded himself in the rapidly fogging mirror, mildly alarmed by the visible anger that remained on his face. "It wasn't really that bad.. I know he didn't mean to hurt my feelings, but-"
'He meant exactly what he said. Right now, we're still only a thing to him.'
Wincing at the inner reminder, he shook his head. "I'm sure he just picked the wrong word, he never treats me like-"
'Yes, he does. He plays with you when he chooses, and then he puts you away when he's done. But that's all right for now, isn't it?'
He swallowed heavily, unwilling to pursue that particular train of thought. "I don't want it to be that way! Everything's been so much better, I want to keep it like this.."
The other's tone changed, becoming sympathetic. 'You can't let things like that go, it makes every bit of the work you've done into something pointless.. Doesn't he deserve more than just a thing?'
Lavi nodded rapidly, shutting off the water with jerky movements. "He does, but I don't want to argue anymore! I don't have time to waste on fighting, not when he could decide that he doesn't need-"
'We have all the time in the world. Didn't he say so? He's never wanted anyone else the way he wants us..' Before he could deny the statement, the voice continued, the sound of it oddly choral. 'What we did before, he liked that.. He loved the way you took what you both wanted, without any excuses or apologies. More of that would please him, and you wouldn't be so easy to label as only a thing, then..'
Gritting his teeth, he stepped into the tub with a gasp at it's temperature, barely remembering to take his supplies as he sank to his knees. Lathering the cloth thoroughly, he drew it over the proof of their activities, the sting of heated liquid against his skin making him shudder. "I can't be that way all the time, or even most of the time.. He just made me so damn mad.."
'Not all the time, just when you need to be.. We'll help you until there's no need.' This time, there was no sensation of change whatsoever, only a feeling of controlled purpose to show that an event of note had taken place at all.
As he continued to scrub at his sensitized flesh, he wondered for an instant if he should be alarmed by the ease of the act, but the thought was driven away by the sight of faint pink markings mixed in with the foamy white of soap. "Ah, dammit.." Rinsing himself with quick motions, he shook his head. "At least we aren't sharing the bath, he'd never let me forget this.. But it was worth it."
The other remained silent, but there was a definite sense of agreement. Relathering the cloth, he carefully rinsed and wrung it until no evidence of blood remained, nodding in satisfaction at the result. Pulling the drain plug, he stood carefully, the lingering soreness of his muscles forgotten as he dropped the cloth into the hamper and reached for a towel. Carefully avoiding the most painful areas, he dried himself briskly, realizing with a start that his face was unaccountably bare. Glancing hurriedly around the small room, he bit his lip at the scrap of material atop the counter, replacing the eyepatch with a confused murmur. "When did I.."
Shrugging tiredly, he cast his dampened towel in the direction of the clothes hamper, pulling open the door. The cooler air of the bedroom left goosebumps across his exposed skin, but he ignored the feeling in favor of more important things. "He's still not here.. But that's ok. He'd better not start up again when he comes back, unless he really does have that rope handy.."
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Yeah, isn't that just an awful way to end a chapter. But besides the pain of enduring only one lemon per chapter, feel free to tell me what you think. Preferably before you fave or alert list me or this fic. Thanks for your former reviews, and thanks for reading.
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Nightmare Game
A D.Gray-Man Fanfiction
By SisterWicked
Chapter 10 - Legion's Key
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Well, I'm not much for these, but since it's been so long, I'll at least make an honest attempt. After real life intruded into the scene, things took a backburner. And frankly, I almost lost interest in writing for this fandom because 3/4 of my 'fans' are douchebags that whine and cry when asked to provide simple feedback in exchange for the immense effort spent on my part as well as the rest of my group. Bottom line? If you really think it's so 'wonderful and hot!1!', LEAVE A FUCKING COMMENT. Lack of it, positive OR negative, is why I've only been posting to my group's private archive. Don't like that? Kiss my motherfucking ass.
With that said, here's your goddamned update.
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The first thing that Lavi noticed upon awakening was the extreme proximity of his sleeping lover's body.
The man's left arm was a not-altogether unpleasant weight across his middle beneath the sheets, and his left leg lay intertwined with the redhead's own, effectively preventing his escape through anything less than heroic effort and stealth. His right arm lay beneath the Exorcist's pillow, allowing full contact of chest to back.
Even in his mostly-alert state of mind, the boy was hard pressed to name their arrangement as anything but cuddling. The very idea left him snickering helplessly, and after several moments of half stifled glee, he felt the other stir reluctantly.
"Mm.. Something amusing, Lovely..?"
The languid tone of his question stoked the Exorcist's hilarity to completely new levels, and he replied as best he could through fits and starts of laughter. "You.. Did you think I was gonna- Oh, God- sneak off somewhere, Tyki?" He turned carefully, facing the man with an almost serious expression. "Did you miss me that much..? It's usually me latched onto you, you know."
The brunette raised an eyebrow at his statement, smiling faintly. "As a matter of fact, yes. I've gotten used to having you here, so I intended to take full advantage of my regained comfort." Tightening his arm, he urged the redhead forward. "I wasn't quite finished yet.. But besides that, did you sleep well despite my clinginess, Lavi?" He hummed contentedly at the Exorcist's firm nod, his fingers tracing meaningless patterns over the skin of his back. "That's good.. Did you see the clock? It feels like we've missed the morning entirely."
Glancing over the other's lowered head, he laughed. "Almost two in the afternoon.. We should be ashamed of ourselves." In outright conflict with his remark, he settled closer still, his touch lowering by teasing degrees until the boy inhaled sharply. "Are you ashamed, Lovely..? We did have an almost excusable reason to lie abed so late."
The redhead swallowed heavily, shaking his head. "N-no, not really.. But I think we should probably work on getting up soon."
Tyki laughed, stroking his palm over the curve of the boy's lower back deliberately. "Oh, I thought that's exactly what we were doing.. My mistake."
The Exorcist growled softly, pressing close against the man's chest. "It is a mistake, unless you're going to finish what you start." Allowing the other to pull away, he sighed. "I'll take that as a no, then. Can I move now? You won't get to visit the hospital if we don't leave the bed." At the mention of their daily activity, the brunette's eyes widened almost comically, and the boy found himself abruptly alone.
Tyki shook his head quickly, annoyed with himself. "Ah, they must think we aren't coming, it's never been quite this late, after all." Crossing the room, he rummaged through his wardrobe, ignoring the redhead's speculative glance at his uncovered backside as he retrieved the clothing he sought. Looking back at the watching Exorcist, he hummed curiously. "Will you be joining me, Lovely..? As much as I approve, I doubt you're in a fit state for visiting children.."
Scowling, Lavi pushed free of the blankets, wincing at the faint soreness of his muscles. "Very funny. Hand me some clothes and we can go." Accepting a shirt and a set of undergarments, he shrugged his arms into the slightly too-big former, fastening the buttons. Stepping into the latter, he sighed at the closeness of the cut. "I can't believe that these fit you.."
The older man laughed outright at the other's discomfited examination of his own rear, gesturing at himself. "I'm simply not as well.. Proportioned as you, Lavi. I had actually considered purchasing clothing more to your size, but you'd never mentioned it so I decided to wait until you asked."
Biting his lip, the redhead nodded faintly. "You don't have to, it really isn't that bad." Taking a pair of pants, he finished dressing himself silently, frowning at the man's sudden interest. "I can't pay you back if you do, all right? You don't have to waste money on me-"
Tyki stepped forward quickly, gripping the boy's shoulders. "I wouldn't expect repayment for a gift, Lovely! You're going to need things eventually, yes?" Bending close, he raised an eyebrow at the redhead's silence. "If I'm going to keep you here, the least I can do is provide for your most basic needs.. Would you be angry with me, if I wanted to do those things for you?"
The Exorcist avoided his gaze, shrugging. "Not like I can stop you.. Do whatever you want." Turning to locate his boots, he returned to the bed, sitting down to pull them on. Securing the last buckle, he looked up. "Ready when you are, Tyki."
The brunette nodded slowly, stretching out an arm in invitation. The boy approached warily, standing just short of actual contact. "Then let's be off, shall we..? We can discuss your attire at a more opportune time." Taking hold of the redhead's waist, he urged his head up with a smile, one hand rising to press firmly against his back. "Don't be annoyed with me, please..? I only thought of your happiness." Leaning down, he brushed their lips together lightly, humming at the boy's eager response. After a moment, he straightened, sighing when the Exorcist scowled up at him in clear dissatisfaction. "I'll make it up to you later, if you like."
Lavi huffed quietly, closing his eye to ward off the effects of the other's mode of travel. "Sure you will. That's why you just let your mouth write a check that your ass couldn't cash." Hissing at the sudden lurch of dislocation, he blinked in surprise when the brunette's hold tightened almost painfully, his eye widening at the rough texture of stone against his unprepared back. Struggling to regain his bearings, he gasped abortively when the older man's lips covered his own with demanding intent, his hands clenching into the material of his shirt at the possessive strokes of a tongue against his own.
Lifting his head with a short growl, Tyki stayed close enough to keep his voice at the level of a whisper. "There was the time to consider, then.. And as far as cashing goes, I believe you could say that I own the bank, Lovely."
Smirking at the redhead's startled sound, he lowered his hands from waist to hips, pulling the boy firmly against himself with a soft laugh. "But what of you? We agreed to be more careful, yes..?" He rocked his weight forward deliberately, his fingers angling downward to curl around the fullness of the Exorcist's rear for leverage. Hearing his shaken whimpers at the movement, he pressed a kiss to the line of his throat. "It may be another day, but I fully intend to keep my word."
The boy's voice was equally low, but the tremor in it gave evidence to his state of mind as clearly as if he'd screamed. "Don't play with me! You can't do things that you know will make me want you and then tell me later!" He tipped his face pleadingly, rising to his toes to reach the other's smiling mouth. "If you're not going to take care of it then, wait until you are.."
Tyki accepted the boy's kiss with a low hum of pleasure, his hands rising back to their former positions as he straightened despite the other's moan of protest. "But I want to prove my interest, Lovely.. I wouldn't want you to forget." Releasing his hold, he stepped back, nodding toward the nearby street. "We really should go, before Miss Porter loses all hope of our appearance."
Clenching his hands, the Exorcist nodded shortly. "Fine, then. But trust me, I won't forget." Following the brunette to the alley's end, he took a deep breath to calm his jangled nerves, joining him on the sidewalk after a moment. The street was mostly clear, leaving them with little to remark on while making their way to the building that was their destination. Mounting the steps, Lavi pulled up short when the other stopped, frowning in confusion at his amused once-over. "What now?"
The man smiled, shaking his head. "Nothing serious, but you should compose yourself a bit.. You look flustered." Laughing at the redhead's muttering, he continued onward, opening the door with a flourish. "After you, Lavi.."
The Exorcist huffed silently, entering the building without a second glance at the other. Hearing the door close softly behind them, he scanned the waiting area closely, relaxing faintly at its near-empty state. Spotting the smiling nurse at the station, he grinned in return. "Well, I bet you thought you were rid of us, huh?"
She rose quickly, her relief apparent as she crossed the room. "Oh, not really.. I thought something had come up. How are you today?" Her veiled curiosity was amusing, but before either man could respond, she continued. "You're actually in luck.. It's almost time for her next feeding."
Tyki smiled faintly, nodding toward his companion. "We had a bit of a slow start, but that's all been settled now.. And yes, that is rather fortunate. How often does a child her age eat?"
Sarah gestured for the two to follow her, leading them down the familiar hallway. "About every three hours, give or take. It really depends on how active she is.. We try to keep her occupied so that she will eat a little more, and put on some weight." Pushing the nursery doors open with one hand, she smiled at the pair's close attention. "Believe it or not, she's gained almost an entire pound this month.. We're extremely pleased with that, since she was so small at first."
Indicating the regular seats with a nod, she turned toward the room's second door. "I'll get her for you, so go on and make yourselves comfortable.. It won't be long." With that, she took her leave, the lighter doors swinging closed with a faint sound.
As her footsteps faded into the mix of other noises, Lavi sighed in exasperated relief. "Nice work, blaming the whole late morning on me. I'll remember that, too." Hearing the other's soft chuckle, he scowled. "Go right ahead and laugh. What goes around comes around, hey?"
The older man shrugged noncommittally, moving closer. "Indeed it does.. Should I be more careful of exactly what presents itself, Lavi?" He trailed a finger upward along the boy's spine, smiling at his quickened breaths. "Would that bring pleasant things back to me, or is it simply another old wive's tale?" His words drew a shaken gasp from the redhead, his face lowering to press slow kisses to the other's cheek as he stepped even nearer.
Lavi bit his lip to stifle a moan, tipping his head to escape the teasing touch. "Stop that, you know this isn't the right place to-" He inhaled sharply as the man's teeth closed on the lobe of his ear, his tongue following the shape of his earring teasingly. "Tyki! Cut it out, someone might come in and-"
The brunette cut him off with a laugh, the sound raising gooseflesh over the Exorcist's skin. "But you taste so good, Lovely.. And we did skip breakfast.." He moved from ear to throat, pausing just above the beat of the redhead's pulse with a smile. Pressing his open mouth to flesh, he sucked gently, closing his eyes at the boy's shaken noise. Pulling away, he laid his chin on the other's shoulder. "I thought you rather liked having my mouth on you.. Was I mistaken, Lavi?"
The boy shuddered noticeably, his eye closed tight against the onslaught of memories. "You know I do.." He muttered, leaning away from the older man's weight. "But you can't do that here, and you already told me that you won't do it later either! Don't do things like that on purpose!"
Following his forward movement, Tyki hummed softly. "Would you stop me if we were somewhere else, Lavi..? I could wait until we leave, if you'd rather." He slipped one arm around the Exorcist's middle, pulling him firmly against himself. Shifting deliberately, he growled at the sensation of the boy's clothed rear, his opposite hand joining the first to keep him still. "If I were less concerned for your wellbeing, I'd have us home and naked in an instant, do you know..? This would be infinitely better without your clothes."
Gritting his teeth, the redhead took a slow breath. "Does mental wellbeing count..?" Glancing toward the doorway, he squirmed uncomfortably. "Just.. Don't, all right? Let's do what we came here to do and go back."
Tyki hummed faintly, relaxing his grip. "As you wish then.. But you surprise me again, Lovely." Smirking at the boy's confused sound, he allowed him to turn. "I had thought you would attempt to persuade me. From previous experience, you know."
Before the other could reply, the door swung open to reveal a faintly amused Sarah, her arms occupied with a vigorously rustling blanket. "She heard you talking, I think.. She's much more active lately, maybe she's started to associate being taken from the nursery with your visits."
Forcing down his nearly painful blush, the redhead smiled. "Because she's smart! Hello, Miki!" Reaching for the now violently thrashing bundle, he laughed at the girl's piercing squeals. "We missed you too! Have you been a good girl?" He ignored the older man's amused snort, gathering the child close against himself as he backed toward his seat. Settling himself carefully, he rearranged the mussed blanket, exposing the bright copper of her hair. "Looks and brains.. You have it made, don't you?"
Glancing pointedly at the brunette, he nodded toward the empty chair beside him. "Get over here, don't you know that women need more than one source of flattery?" The man's raised eyebrow was offset by his growing smile, and the Exorcist hummed in mock indignance. "Hey, if I'm gonna sit here simpering all over myself, you're doing it too. Come on, you know you wanna."
Rolling his eyes heavenward for the benefit of their 'audience', Tyki nodded. "Of course, Lovely.. Why should only one of us play the fool?" Joining the other in his seat, he smiled at the girl's wide-eyed gaze, his brow furrowing as she shuddered minutely. "Little One..?" He stroked the back of her hand questioningly, his alarm growing as her shivers increased.
The Exorcist blinked in surprise at her reaction, mimicking the gesture atop her other hand. "Sarah, I think something's-"
He was cut off by the sudden grasp of a hand around his finger, the strength of it astonishing for the child's small size. Seeing her latch onto the brunette with equal ferocity, he took a quick breath, meeting the man's eyes curiously. "What-"
This time the interruption was vocal, the girl's piercing shriek of glee leaving them both stunned as she clutched both hands to herself. The watching nurse laughed at their shared bewilderment, covering her mouth hastily as the two jerked to attention.
"I'm so sorry, but the look on your faces-" She dissolved into soft giggles, shaking her head. "She does that when she's excited, it's like she's so happy that she doesn't know what to do with herself.. You should be flattered!" Clearing her throat, she shrugged. "It's completely normal, if a bit soon for her age. I'm sorry if it frightened you."
Lavi huffed quietly, poking at the girl's side gently. "Meanie." The only reply was a quick squirm and a rapid kick of feet, her eyes mildly unfocused as she blinked expectantly up at the silent brunette.
After the span of several seconds, the older man chuckled, shaking his head at her scrutiny. "And here I was worried that we bored her.. May I, Lavi?" Allowing the boy a moment to shift his small burden accordingly, he drew the child closer, smiling at her contented sigh. "Thank you. And thank you, Miki.. It's wonderful to know that my heart is in perfect working order."
She mumbled something around the finger now firmly clamped in her jaws, the tone unmistakably pleased.
Wincing at the fervent press of her gums, the brunette hummed questioningly. "Is she teething..? I thought that was quite a way down the road.."
Sarah nodded, taking an empty seat nearby. "It is. Most children don't start that until they're nearly six months." She smiled at the child's happy noises, taking a bottle from her apron pocket. "So, who gets this..? I could hold her while you discuss it."
Snickering at her wide smile, Lavi shrugged. "It's his turn. Besides, would you really want to see two grown men wrestle over a bottle?" Shrinking away from an errant elbow, he laughed. "He holds a grudge too.. I'd rather let him have his happytime than sleep with one eye open."
Watching the brunette maneuver himself into position, he sighed. "You're pretty good at that, aren't you..? It's almost funny how whipped you are."
Tyki glared halfheartedly across the squirming bundle in his arms, patiently allowing the child to latch onto the container. "Whipped..? Not by half, Lavi. And you're just as proficient at this as I." Smirking at the nurse's quiet laugh, he shrugged. "I'm a man of many talents, wouldn't you say?"
The Exorcist inhaled sharply at his tone, the insinuation lost on their small audience. "Yeah. I guess so." Shaking off his sudden anxiety, he leaned close. "Wow, she's already half done.. Didn't she eat earlier?"
The woman nodded, still smiling. "She did, but not as much as I would have liked." Inclining her head at the surprised brunette, she laughed. "Maybe she knew what time it was. Her noon feeding is usually the best for her, since she finishes the lot and falls directly to sleep. That helps her take more from the food, you know."
Lavi nodded in understanding, stroking the back of one tiny hand. "Good, then.. But I still think she likes it best when it's him. She just looks so relaxed." For a moment he was almost envious, but not entirely sure of who. Leaning back in his seat, he forced a smile. "It's great that she's happy, though. That helps too, right?"
The nurse nodded, accepting the now-empty bottle from the man. "I think so. Like I said, she really does seem to enjoy her time with the two of you, more than anything else." Her smile faded slightly, her voice low. "We still haven't managed to place her, so I'm grateful for any bit of happiness that we can give.. A hospital is really no place for a child to grow up."
The brunette winced, cradling the dozing infant against his chest. "No, it isn't. Is there any reason for that, besides the overcrowding?" He frowned at the answering headshake, straightening reluctantly as the girl began to settle closer in sleep. "It's a pity.. She's such a perfect child, you'd think that people would be lining up to adopt her." Offering the now limp child to the woman, Tyki sighed. "And again we've sent her to sleep with our seriousness.. I wonder if I should feel embarrassed at my lack of entertainment ability."
Sarah grinned at the girl's contented expression, tucking the blanket around her. "I'll just take her to bed now.. Excuse me for a moment, please." With that said, she left the room with careful steps, pausing to sit the empty bottle on the empty desk.
Scarcely had the doors swung shut behind the nurse before he found himself turned forcefully around, the other's arm once again tight around his waist. "Wha-" The rough press of the man's lips was startling, even if not entirely unexpected. Allowing his eye to close, he growled softly at the insistent stroke of a tongue along his skin, the sound rising into a choked whine when a hand curled deliberately against the front of his borrowed pants. Tearing his mouth away, he gasped. "Damn it, stop! There are people right outside the-"
Tyki stifled his protest with a second kiss, his fingers tracing the outline of the other's zipper. Withdrawing to speak, he squeezed gently. "But you like it.. And I could care less about other people just now."
The Exorcist clenched his hands tightly, nodding toward the thin door. "I care! Sarah-"
Again he was halted by the other's mouth, the hand against his now-obvious arousal stilling. "Is a grown woman. And most likely to take a bit longer."
As if summoned by his assurance, the nurse in question emerged from the doorway, her cheeks flushed as she regarded the two for a moment before speaking. "Well, I'm sure she'll sleep much better now.. Will you be coming tomorrow as well?"
Pushing away from the smiling brunette, Lavi nodded awkwardly. "Probably. I think it'll be a little earlier than today, too." Clearing his throat meaningfully, he glanced in the man's direction. "Thanks for taking such good care of her, she looks a lot better now that she's getting bigger."
Tyki hummed in agreement, placing a hand atop the redhead's spine innocently. "Yes, thank you.. Now if you'll excuse us, there were some things that needed tending. Good day, Miss Porter." With that, he urged the Exorcist toward the door, ignoring his attempts to step away from the light touch.
Once outside the building, the boy rounded on him indignantly, his cheeks hot. "I can't believe you did that! Have you completely lost your mind, Tyki?"
The older man laughed quietly, shrugging. "Perhaps I have, Lovely.. It must be due to your incredibly stimulating presence." Indicating the street with a nod, he descended the stairs. "Could you forgive me, this once..? I'll be much more careful in the future."
His demeanor all but screamed falsehood, but the boy ignored his irritation in favor of verbal response. "Sure you will, as long as I stay far enough away from you in public."Allowing the man to lead him toward their usual alley, the redhead was far too preoccupied with the knowing smirk and narrowed eyes of his companion to notice the robed figure that gaped stupidly at his departing back.
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Shaking off his shock, the man fumbled awkwardly with the communications golem tucked securely inside his pocket, unravelling the connector cable from its place on the side of the large box he carried upon his back. Attaching the tiny device to the terminal, he fidgeted anxiously as the object chattered to life.
"Science Department."
The Finder cleared his throat, almost trembling with the enormity of his news. "I need to speak to Supervisor Li immediately." The line crackled with empty air for a moment, then a mildly bored voice replaced the first.
"The Supervisor is busy doing nothing. What was the message?"
Sighing in annoyance, the man pressed a hand to his forehead. "This is Finder #828-K72. I'm supposed to be looking into a report of activity in the downtown district of Newport, on the Isle of Wight." Taking a breath, he leaned against the side of the building behind him. "I think.. No, I'm sure that I just found your missing Exorcist."
There was a muffled thump, and a quick exchange of voices, one of which sounded decidedly urgent, if groggy. After several seconds of muted arguing, a third voice replaced the second. "This is Komui Li. What do you mean, found? Is he..?"
The obvious question was clear, despite the crispness of his tone. Straightening quickly, the Finder hummed. "He seems fine. More than fine, by the look of him." Swallowing, he ignored the other's abortive questions. "He wasn't alone. I saw him here on the street not five minutes ago.. With a man that I know to be a Noah."
Narrowing his eyes at the memory of the Exorcist's clear willingness, he clenched his free hand into a fist. "It was Tyki Mikk, Sir. They came out of-" He glanced quickly at the building's plaque, mildly surprised at the word's there. "Kerrington Hospital. Then they left, together."
There was a long pause, then the older man replied quietly. "Thank you for reporting it. If you'll go back to your hotel, I'll send someone out there right away.. It shouldn't be more than two days."
A faint click signaled the end of the transmission, and the Finder carefully disconnected his golem with a wan smile. Even if the war was over, there should still be a sense of loyalty, he thought, stowing the smallish device in a pocket and shouldering his pack. If the former Exorcist thought that he could simply vanish to set up house with an enemy..
He snorted, turning in the direction of his hotel.
Well, it wouldn't matter what he thought, once someone with the means to inform him of his mistake arrived.
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The trip back to the other's home was much less leisurely than their departure, the redhead's arms locked around the man's neck as he pressed their mouths together with a hungry sound that the older man echoed softly. When the need for air became urgent, he leaned back reluctantly, releasing his hold and stepping away. "That was awful, Tyki.. If you'd been any more obvious about it.."
The Noah laughed, removing his coat with a careless shrug. "I thought my meaning was perfectly clear.. It isn't as if you didn't understand me." Setting the garment aside, he advanced on the other, his eyebrows lifting as the boy retreated a step. "Did you understand, Lavi..? I could explain it in more detail, if necessary."
The redhead inhaled quickly, frowning at the man's intent expression. "No, I understood you just fine. I think everyone else did, too." Continuing his steady retreat, he shook his head. "You don't have to explain anything, you telling me that we couldn't do what you kept hinting at explained it all."
The other man's pursuit was equally steady, his slow steps bringing him well into reach of the object of his scrutiny. Lifting a hand to the boy's chest, he smiled lazily. "If you believed it to be nothing more than a hint, I certainly think I should make an effort to explain." He stroked his palm downward, moving closer with a hum. "I intended to show you exactly what it was that I wanted, Lovely.. And how much."
The Exorcist blinked in surprise at the intimate touch, his mouth suddenly dry. "You didn't care that we were almost in the street, then..? What did you really think would happen, in a place like that?" He fought to continue around the lump that had taken root in his throat, his heartbeat abnormally loud in his ears. "That could have been the worst idea you've ever had, weren't you worried at all?"
Tyki nodded firmly, his fingers drawing slow lines over the material of the other's shirt. "I would have at least given a thought to your knees.. Alleys hardly make for the best sex, after all." His eyes narrowed thoughtfully, his voice lowering almost conspiratorially. "Or perhaps I'm wrong. Do you think it would be satisfying, to indulge in something so completely that the place didn't matter? I can't speak for you, but it could be worthwhile to make the attempt.."
Shivering with repressed heat, the redhead leaned back, the doorframe pushing uncomfortably into his shoulder. "Don't. You know better than to-" Tyki laughed quietly, moving closer despite the other's clear reluctance.
"Know better? What I know is irrelevant, Lovely.. But perhaps not. After all, I'm supposed to be learning about you, aren't I?" He lifted a hand to the Exorcist's face, stroking the curve of his lip with a finger. "I've known you long enough to see that you don't really want me to stop.. I think you would much rather have me continue, until one of us needs to rest." The boy's eye widened almost comically, his faint shaking becoming more pronounced.
"You said.. We couldn't. That it was too soon for.." He turned his head away from the man's touch, clenching his hands. "Was it because of this..? You wanted me to think that we wouldn't be able to do these things, just to make me want it more?"
The brunette's mouth curled into a slow smile, his eyes wide with false innocence that suddenly made the Exorcist's blood boil. "It wasn't enough to know I'd want you anyway, Tyki? You had to play with me until it was like this?" He glared at the older man steadily, the maddening expression on the other's face fading into astonishment at the bite in his tone. "You think its amusing, don't you..? Because you know I wouldn't turn you down, even if you used my willingness to torture me. You wanted me to be like this, so that you'd be able to have me when you were damned good and ready."
Growling angrily, he shoved himself away from the wall, taking hold of the man's arm. "That's it." He hissed, jerking the surprised brunette along as he strode to the bed. "You think it's funny, always reminding me that I crave this? For once, you should close your damned mouth and let me have you." Turning to face the other, he flinched at his wide-eyed confusion. "Don't look at me like that, either! You've been teasing me ever since this morning, and you know it!"
Catching the man's free arm, he turned him around, backing him towards the edge of the bed. When his knees hit the mattress, he pushed him down, keeping a tight grip on his arms as he dropped into his lap to hold him still. "I'm not going to beg this time, Tyki! You told me that you want to be mine, so let's see if you meant it. Don't you move." Fixing the man with a steely look, he rose to his feet, tugging his shirt off with a jerk. "Get rid of yours too, or I will."
Still slightly alarmed by the boy's sudden ferocity, Tyki complied, his hands clumsy as he fumbled with his buttons without lowering his eyes. "Lovely, I- " Lavi kicked off his pants and shoes, cutting him off with a glare.
"Shut up. The only thing I want you to say is my name. Later, when I'm making you sorry that you're such a fucking tease." Stepping forward, he gripped the man's knees, pushing them up to reach his shoes. "You're too slow, Tyki.. I really don't have much patience, so you'd better work on those damned pants unless you want me to do it for you." Dropping the other's shoes carelessly, he shoved his undergarments over his hips, stepping out of them.
Seeing the older man's mouth open to reply, he shook his head, moving forward to straddle him as he pressed their lips together. Licking his way into the brunette's mouth, he sucked gently at the tip of his tongue, his hands busy with the fastenings of his pants. Leaning back for air, he urged the man's hips up, tugging his pants and underwear down with a growl.
"I hope that bottle is close enough to reach, Tyki.. Think you could see about that, at least?" He smirked at the other's half-dazed expression, sliding back to lap firmly at the skin of his stomach. Lifting his head, he raised an eyebrow curiously. "We could always do without, if you'd rather.. Maybe I could try licking you until you're wet enough?"
Pushing himself upright, the older man shook his head quickly, unnerved by the redhead's determined face. "No! You.. We won't need to, it's right-" Lavi snatched the proffered bottle from his hand, working open the top with a smirk.
"Fine. Now that that's out of the way, lay down."
Tyki sucked in a breath, blinking in surprise as the boy tipped the oil into his palm. "Lavi, do you.. Oh, Gods..!" He bucked upward, moaning breathlessly at the Exorcist's slickened hand on his skin. "I thought.. that.. Wait! Lovely, you still need..!" Lavi shoved him back to his elbows, climbing up to sit astride his lap.
"What I need is for you to stop moving. I'm pretty sure it's been long enough, you act like I'm still a fucking virgin." Taking advantage of the man's guilty pause, he took hold of his arms below the elbow, his weight keeping the other from rising. "Don't ever tease me like that again. If you want it, take it. Here, I'll give you an example."
Lifting himself to his knees, he pushed back against the older man's body, ignoring the sharp pang at the suddenness of the movement. Meeting the brunette's panicked gaze, he shifted deliberately, fingers tightening on his arms as he hissed. "I told you, I'm not going to beg. Are you?" He rocked forward slowly, holding his direct stare. "I don't mind you talking, if you do that.. Didn't you want this too?"
Tyki nodded jerkily, fighting the urge to raise his hips to meet the boy's descent. "Yes.. All day." He gasped haltingly as the Exorcist continued to move, his eyes closing at the sensation. "Please, Lavi.. I want to.."
"No."
He blinked up at the redhead in surprise, that single word sending a rush of heat up his spine. "..No? You expect me not to move at all?"
The smile he got in reply was almost mocking, despite the light tone of voice. "You're pretty smart, when you want to be.. What is it that you want, Tyki? You always expect me to tell you what's good, why don't you try a little of it yourself?"
The boy's eye was almost unnaturally bright, the flush in his cheeks closer to fever heat than passion, but the steadiness of his movements spoke volumes about the sincerity of his words. Tipping his head back, the former Noah panted softly, baring his throat in invitation. "Anything.. Mark me as I did you, if you wish.. I don't mind your mouth being anywhere on me, Lovely."
Laughing quietly, the Exorcist leaned in, licking a slow trail over the visibly rushed beat of his pulse. "I should," He mumbled, increasing his pace. "But I'm not really into blood. Is there something else you want?" Feeling the man's muscles tense beneath him, he stayed close, allowing his lips to brush the other's skin as he spoke. "I think I like you like this.. You look good on your back, Tyki."
Shaking his head, the older man struggled to reply. "But I'm not, Lovely.. It doesn't matter though, where you are is perfect." He shuddered raggedly, his hands tightening into fists as he moaned. "Gods.. Are you really not going to let me move, Lavi?"
The boy released his hold on one arm, cupping his palm around the brunette's neck. Urging his face up, he kissed him deeply, his fingers winding into the back of his hair. Breaking away for air, he took in the older man's expression, humming contentedly at the silent pleading in his eyes. "You made me wait this long, didn't you? It's only fair that you wait, too.." He pressed closer, nipping at the other's shoulder with a whine.
"It's not enough, Tyki? Tell me what's better, then." He intensified his movements, the quickening lift and slide drawing a low moan from them both. "Do you need more than this? Tell me, damn it!"
Tyki nodded eagerly, growling at the feeling of the boy's lips on his throat. "Don't stop.. You can do anything else you want, Lovely, but please..Ah!" He bucked in surprise as the redhead ground against him, his eyes closing tightly at the other's halting cry. "I'm sorry for making you wait, Lavi.. Please let me.." His voice deserted him entirely when the Exorcist gasped his name, the fingers in his hair shaking noticeably as he moved.
"Let you what, Tyki? Tease me? You've been doing that for hours.." He tugged his hand free of the other's hair, stroking his upper back and shoulders. "You've had your mouth on me too.. Even at the hospital." He licked along the side of the man's jaw, pausing to nibble just below his ear. "I think poor Sarah actually saw you, the second time.. The look on her face.. I think she liked watching us."
He laughed at the older man's choked moan. "Is that what you wanted, Tyki? To let people watch while you do dirty things to me?" Repeating his slow grind, he sighed. "You can't do that right out in public though.. Were you going to bring them here? You'd better be sure they keep their hands to themselves.."
Tyki hissed a negative, lifting his hips to meet the boy's steady rocking. "You know I wouldn't do that, Lavi. And if anyone tried to touch you, I'd kill them."
Humming in amusement, the Exorcist released his hold on the other entirely, his free hand joining it's mate on the man's shoulders as he smirked. "Is that a promise, Tyki? I'd be more worried about people touching you, but you never know.." He closed his eye with a ragged sound, his nails leaving faint impressions on the other's skin. "God, you feel so fucking good like this.. I think I'd kill someone before I'd share you anyway."
The older man gasped in surprise, his fingers all but aching as he clutched the blankets in a whiteknuckled grip. "You'll never have to.. This is more than enough for me, Lovely." He growled at the boy's deliberately increased tightness, shaking his head jerkily. "And that's nearly too much.. I love the way you feel.."
Lavi moaned in agreement, his motions slowing as he panted. "S'why I want you all to myself.. Hate it when you tease." Lowering his head to claim a brief kiss, he shivered. "I just want it so bad.. And it's a game for you.."
The brunette shook his head firmly, tipping his face back for a second brush of lips. "It isn't, not at all.. We're the same." Allowing the boy to urge him back onto his elbows, he groaned at the rough press of restraining hands. "Must you, Lavi..? I want to feel everything.."
The Exorcist stifled a pleaful sound, his grip loosening as he shifted his weight. The change of angle left him breathless, pleasure momentarily robbing him of both air and voice. "Touch me." He choked, releasing the man abruptly. "I want your hands on me, Tyki." Before he could draw a breath to speak again, the brunette's arm wrapped firmly around his waist, his free hand supporting his weight as he pulled the boy down as roughly as he dared.
He caught the other's mouth with equal fervor, hissing at his needy response. "I hope you're as close as I think you are.. There's no way I can.. Lovely, oh God-" He moaned brokenly, his hand leaving the bed to take hold of the Exorcist's back. "M-mais..! Não pare.."
Even without understanding the words, his tone conveyed their meaning to the panting redhead, the man's shaking muscles spurring him on to a more demanding rhythm. "No way you can what, Tyki? Are you that close already?" He laughed breathlessly, stroking the older man's side. "Good. I wouldn't want to come without you.."
The brunette's fingers closed almost painfully against his skin, his mouth pressed to the side of his throat as he bucked desperately into the boy's movements. "Won't..agora..mes- Lavi!" He cried out raggedly, his arms locked around the Exorcist as he came with shocking force. The redhead's release followed by mere half-seconds, the trembling clench of his body drawing a roughened groan from the older man as he rocked his hips upward in reaction. Panting for air, he kissed and nipped a path from the boy's neck to his lips, pausing only long enough to take a deep breath before sealing their mouths together hungrily.
The Exorcist returned his kiss with definite interest, his weight shifting suggestively even as he pulled back for air. "Again, then..? If you're gonna make me wait 'til some other day for more, you might as well make today count.." He silenced the brunette's protest with a second kiss, his hands stroking the sweat-tacky skin of his back and shoulders. "It's easier to wait if you do that.. Didn't you say that you wouldn't leave me unsatisfied?" Biting his lip, he tightened his embrace deliberately, bringing their bodies together with a soft moan. "It isn't enough, not yet.. Don't you want me?"
Tyki groaned at his pleaful question, burying his face against the junction of throat and shoulder. "Lovely, I honestly can't think of anything that I want more than you.. But that doesn't justify harming you-"
The redhead shivered at the vibration of words on skin, shaking his head jerkily. "I just.. I need you! Isn't it all right if we don't do so much all the time? I promised that I'd tell you if it hurt.." Forcing himself upright, he inhaled deeply. "Let me go, then. I'll just wait until you're ready." Leaning away from the other, he sighed at the stubborn grip of his arms. "Forget about it, Tyki. It's not worth fighting over."
The older man studied his face carefully, frowning when the boy averted his gaze. "It isn't, but I trust you.. Kiss me, Lavi? I should like to do things properly this time.." He leaned forward invitingly, humming at the renewed contact of skin. "Have what you need, until it is enough."
Nuzzling against the redhead's cheek, he sighed. "It's myself that I don't trust.. I can't remember being with anyone who made me want them the way that I want you, Lovely." He stroked the Exorcist's back slowly, laughing at the sudden hitch in his breath. "It's almost embarrassing when I think about it.. No matter how much you offer me, I still yearn for more."
Whimpering shakily, Lavi clung to the other with fierce strength, his voice strained with sudden urgency. "Don't be like that! You don't have to worry about trusting yourself with me, I already told you what I wanted!" He buried his fingers into the man's dampened hair, tugging his face up insistently. Swallowing past the lump in his throat, he shook his head jerkily. "I'm here for anything you need, Tyki! If you want me, have me.. Aren't I yours..?"
The man nodded quickly, tightening his hold possessively. "Yes. That's why I want to be sure of your comfort." He smiled darkly, the expression sending a surprised shiver along the other's spine. "And really, why would I want to damage the thing that pleases me so..? I doubt that either one of us wants to wait any longer than we must, yes?" The redhead's abrupt stillness brought him up short, his smile fading. "Lavi? What-" Mentally backtracking, he inhaled sharply at his careless wording. "I didn't mean it like-"
The Exorcist shook his head firmly, ignoring the bright surge of anger at the other's flippant remark. "It doesn't matter, Tyki. I know what you meant." Rocking his weight backward, he hummed questioningly. "Now, or is there something else you want to say first..?" Frowning at the man's stubborn expression, he rose to his knees, wincing at the separation of their bodies. "You know, I think I've changed my mind. Just forget about it, huh?"
The brunette's eyes widened in alarm, his hands reaching for the other's shoulders. "If you'd rather not talk now, it can wait! Don't be angry, please?"
Lavi growled in rising annoyance, wrenching away from his hold. "I wasn't! You just don't know when to talk and when to fuck!" Snorting at the man's startled noise, he moved to the edge of the bed. "That's why we keep having the same arguments over and over. You need to concentrate on one or the other." Pushing himself to his feet, he shook his head. "Right now, I really don't feel like doing either of those things. I'm going to take a bath."
Before he had taken more than a halfdozen steps toward his intended destination, the man halted him with a tight grip on one wrist, the suddenness of it wrenching him around with more force than the other had expected. His indignant sound was cut off by a faint shake from the brunette, his eyes narrowed.
"I don't think so, Lovely. That isn't the sort of thing that one says if they don't wish to discuss it." Pulling the Exorcist forward, he returned his angry stare evenly despite his discomfort. "If something comes out badly, I tend to apologise when it matters." Resisting the boy's attempts to dislodge him, he frowned. "Stop that. I'm not through with you just yet."
Lavi all but hissed in wrath, yanking roughly at his held arm. "So we're back to that? Should I wait while you find some rope, Tyki?"
The man released his hold as if burned, stepping back with a quick breath. "You know better. If you're really so concerned for your safety, you should take more care when you pick your battles." Gesturing at the door to the bathroom, he sighed. "Have at it, then.. But eventually there will be a need for that conversation, Lavi. I'll see to dinner, unless you think I might attempt to poison you?" Without waiting for the redhead to reply, he strode to the bedside, retrieving his pants. Stepping into them, he left the room, closing the door behind him with a muted thud.
For a moment, the Exorcist stared after him, his hands shaking with spent nerves. Then, he sighed quietly, turning to enter the bathroom. Once inside, he quickly located a washcloth and soap, setting them nearby as he adjusted the water's temperature to somewhat less than scalding. Waiting for the tub to fill, he regarded himself in the rapidly fogging mirror, mildly alarmed by the visible anger that remained on his face. "It wasn't really that bad.. I know he didn't mean to hurt my feelings, but-"
'He meant exactly what he said. Right now, we're still only a thing to him.'
Wincing at the inner reminder, he shook his head. "I'm sure he just picked the wrong word, he never treats me like-"
'Yes, he does. He plays with you when he chooses, and then he puts you away when he's done. But that's all right for now, isn't it?'
He swallowed heavily, unwilling to pursue that particular train of thought. "I don't want it to be that way! Everything's been so much better, I want to keep it like this.."
The other's tone changed, becoming sympathetic. 'You can't let things like that go, it makes every bit of the work you've done into something pointless.. Doesn't he deserve more than just a thing?'
Lavi nodded rapidly, shutting off the water with jerky movements. "He does, but I don't want to argue anymore! I don't have time to waste on fighting, not when he could decide that he doesn't need-"
'We have all the time in the world. Didn't he say so? He's never wanted anyone else the way he wants us..' Before he could deny the statement, the voice continued, the sound of it oddly choral. 'What we did before, he liked that.. He loved the way you took what you both wanted, without any excuses or apologies. More of that would please him, and you wouldn't be so easy to label as only a thing, then..'
Gritting his teeth, he stepped into the tub with a gasp at it's temperature, barely remembering to take his supplies as he sank to his knees. Lathering the cloth thoroughly, he drew it over the proof of their activities, the sting of heated liquid against his skin making him shudder. "I can't be that way all the time, or even most of the time.. He just made me so damn mad.."
'Not all the time, just when you need to be.. We'll help you until there's no need.' This time, there was no sensation of change whatsoever, only a feeling of controlled purpose to show that an event of note had taken place at all.
As he continued to scrub at his sensitized flesh, he wondered for an instant if he should be alarmed by the ease of the act, but the thought was driven away by the sight of faint pink markings mixed in with the foamy white of soap. "Ah, dammit.." Rinsing himself with quick motions, he shook his head. "At least we aren't sharing the bath, he'd never let me forget this.. But it was worth it."
The other remained silent, but there was a definite sense of agreement. Relathering the cloth, he carefully rinsed and wrung it until no evidence of blood remained, nodding in satisfaction at the result. Pulling the drain plug, he stood carefully, the lingering soreness of his muscles forgotten as he dropped the cloth into the hamper and reached for a towel. Carefully avoiding the most painful areas, he dried himself briskly, realizing with a start that his face was unaccountably bare. Glancing hurriedly around the small room, he bit his lip at the scrap of material atop the counter, replacing the eyepatch with a confused murmur. "When did I.."
Shrugging tiredly, he cast his dampened towel in the direction of the clothes hamper, pulling open the door. The cooler air of the bedroom left goosebumps across his exposed skin, but he ignored the feeling in favor of more important things. "He's still not here.. But that's ok. He'd better not start up again when he comes back, unless he really does have that rope handy.."
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