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[unfoggedlotus]

"Rest," Ren croaks, open and honest, tucking Goro's face against his neck. "Take a break." He's not one to talk, since he is, at the end of the day, an adrenaline junkie too...but sometimes he wishes Goro would just sit and let things come to them.

[fogbornphantom]

"I am trying." Ah, give him a moment. He should... also finish his meal. Some more bites come before he speaks again. "The movie— That was a start. Something with no bearing on any responsibilities. But I'll try to... well, take it easy. As best I can, at any rate. And if we both end up needing a day off, several people have volunteered to help take care of the kids."

But perhaps not right away. They still need to adjust to this new status quo. Ren is a new part of their lives.

[unfoggedlotus]

“I’ll catch up to you yet,” Ren promises, quiet, squeezing Goro. “Backup is good. But you’re still sleeping in, Mister!”

[fogbornphantom]

"Well, I'll likely sleep better if I'm holding you close." Here, he'll reciprocate with a squeeze of his own. "Though I wouldn't be surprised if Magpie sends a late night text. Or twelve. If you think I have sleeping problems, just you wait..."

[unfoggedlotus]

"Why are all Akechis insomniacs," Ren grumbles, but it's lighthearted -- he does know the real reason. "Maybe we should invite him over for cuddles."

[fogbornphantom]

"We have engaged in purely platonic cuddles in the past, but he did so in his sleep. I'm not sure how comfortable he'd be with the idea of knowingly doing so..."

It wouldn't be a bad idea. Having the comfort of other people would certainly do wonders, he's sure. "I'd probably have to be in the middle, if only because I'm the one who's dealt with his barbs the longest."

[unfoggedlotus]

"We'll have to work on him a bit more," Ren nods, understanding. "Still...cuddle piles are good."

[fogbornphantom]

"I think he'd be surprised that you're so willing to include him. Magpie had the ridiculous idea that I would abandon him now that you're here." Hmm, just a few bites left now. "We'll just have to show him that our love doesn't undermine our ability to form connections with others."

[unfoggedlotus]

"Wouldn't be good wildcards if we let that happen, would we," Ren jokes. Good, he's eating the last of his food. Ren watches like a hawk (no, not that one) to make sure his boyfriend is eating.

[fogbornphantom]

"Precisely. Plus, Magpie and I did establish a link. Evidently, he's my Adjustment Arcana." Hmmm... and just like that, he has finished the food. "The food was lovely, Ren. I'll try not to miss it when it's fresh next time." Here's a little kiss for the cook, naturally.

[unfoggedlotus]

"Thank you," Ren blushes a little at the kiss. Then a bit belatedly: "Oh! Arcana links. Do you have 'em with anyone else? What are they?"

[fogbornphantom]

"Well, there's Akira-kun. He's my Ace of Wands." Interesting that he isn't one of the Major Arcana, but it's a cute option, to be sure. "He actually started calling me his nii-san recently."

[unfoggedlotus]

"Aww..." Ren coos -- something about that is just adorable to him. "Minor Arcana for a little guy. And nii-san..." Ren might be melting a bit. "Said he was all shy when you first found him, yeah?"

[fogbornphantom]

"Very shy, but he's really come out of his shell since. He talks quite a bit more as well." Guh, he's so comfortable, but he should at least go rinse his dishes. Very reluctantly, he gets off the couch. "Once I'm done, would you like to relocate to the bedroom?"

...He realizes how that came out. Ha.

"For cuddling, of course. I'm not in a rush to sleep, so we can certainly continue this discussion in there."

[unfoggedlotus]

"That's great. I love the little guy already."

Ren chuckles at the second comment. "I know how you meant it the first time," he reassures his boyfriend. A kiss to distract, then a quick dive-snatch for the dishes. "And you'd better go get started on that bedtime routine of yours. I'll do the dishes in the meanwhile."

[fogbornphantom]

"True. I could use the shower after all that motorcycle riding..." Hm, he watches Ren for a moment, contemplating. "Actually, I had a thought. We could always try sleeping shirtless, if you wished? Just a small step without having to commit to anything bolder for the time being."

Still just snuggling, but slightly more intimate. It might be nice, but it's ultimately Ren's call.

Either way, he absolutely plans to freshen up so Ren will get the fresh Akechi cuddle experience.

[unfoggedlotus]

Ren goes off to wash the dishes. "We can do that. It's still kind of hot here, anyway -- not just from you." Wink. "Would be more comfortable."

[fogbornphantom]

Oh, that wink earns a little smirk. "It's a mutually beneficial arrangement. Comfort and a view." He chuckles, shuffling off to his room just to fetch a pair of nice shorts to change into after his shower. "I'll try not to take too long."

To Akechi's credit, he doesn't take a terribly long time, which is a miracle given how meticulous he can be with his hygiene. By the time he's done, he's blow dried his hair, brushed his teeth, washed his face, and comes walking out squeaky clean with his uniform in his arms to wash in the next load of laundry.

He's also shirtless, as promised. "There. All freshened up for the night." The shower does also help with temperature regulation, which is a nice little bonus.