[ He smiles then and looks up at him, meeting his sharp green eyes. ]
I'll do my best. And I know so will you. I'm guessing the Headmage will have something to say about it too, though... so we'd best wait to see how that'll be handled. We will be taking leave of our studies, after all.
[ He nestles against Leona, picking up one of the books- it's one with pictures, and he opens it up to one that looks like Pride Rock in the back. ]
Ah, this structure... it's important to the Royal Family, isn't it?
[ He chuckles to himself, touching the side of his head to Leona's as he flips through the book, asking him this and that. It's strange how, he ended up like this. Leona and him, actually getting along... it feels like a dream at times.
Sure they still have their arguments and can fire each other up, but it's not as bad as it used to be. And now they can even have comfortable moments like this. ]
... you know a lot about the King of Beasts and his reign, just like I do about the Fairest Queen. We're a strange match, aren't we?
[ He does take a break to stretch a bit though. ]
Even if it worries me that you keep getting held back because of your absences, you're already so far ahead of everyone in your studies. I was concerned you did it on purpose so you wouldn't go back home.
[ He's sure Leona was doing that. He turns and faces him as they sit, settling back between his legs as he moves his hand to the side of his face. ]
It's good to see you look like you don't mind returning. But if you're feeling uncomfortable about it, you'll tell me, right?
[ He knows it's hard for Leona to want to return, especially because of his status as second prince and how embittered he is about it. Leona doesn't talk about it much and he's one of the students that overblotted, like Vil.
[ Leona does not get censored by Disney today. Leona is actually incredibly comfortable the way they are laying right now, purring here and there when their heads touch or when they start snuggling in closer.
He chuffs at the accusation, but he won't fully deny it either. ]
I did have my reasons for staying back, and I ain't really regrettin' it any. Means I got to stick around two extra years.
[ And he is the Dorm Warden, so, clearly Savannaclaw needed him to stick around anyways. ]
I have the grades, I ain't got the attendance.
[ And then his brother bitches at him for failing due to attendance and the cycle continues. ]
[ He knows Leona wanted to overcome Malleus, after that crushing blow he dealt Savanaclaw and made them look incompetent to recruiters. He knows Leona's pride took a terrible hit for it, too. Spelldrive means a lot to Leona, but... ]
... what do you think we'll be in the future? Have you given that any thought?
Together, clearly? Why ya askin' such trivial stuff.
[ In Leona's head, Vil is already his main mate. His main person. Despite them not being able to reproduce, Leona knows his compatibility (much to his own surprise) lies with Vil.
So he's confused to hear these things asked. ]
Y'think it's 'cause you think in human terms, and I don't?
I plan on continuing my career in movies and modeling, but I also intend to look into magical medicine and potionology. I'm also thinking of producing my own cosmetics eventually...
Once we've graduated... I plan on focusing on that. I just don't want us to grow apart because of it.
An' why would we grow apart? I'm sure we can make it work. Even if ya seem to doubt me.
[ Leona has his own ideas for post graduation, honestly. He knows that he is a smart person. He can get anywhere he wants to be with his intelligence. Vil would just have to deal with the fact that Leona was going to be with him for a long time to come. ]
[ He gives Leona a small huff and leans in to bump the side of his head against his. ]
I don't doubt you. I'm just being realistic.
[ His expression softens as he watches him. ]
I know you say being a second prince doesn't mean anything, especially with your brother and his son around now... but I know you love your home and people. Even if you act like you're cursed to never admit it.
[ He smiles wryly and bumps his nose against his. ]
We'll enter adulthood and things may change. I just want us to be prepared for what is to come, and be sure we want to make the effort. For the record—
I do. Want to make the effort. Because I do love you, Leona Kingscholar.
[ He lifts a hand to touch the back of Leona's head, feeling his heart race faster at that admission. Leona doesn't talk about his feelings often, but saying that...
He draws his fingers into his hair to stroke, leaning his cheek against his head and turning to kiss the back of Leona's little lion ear. ]
Then let's focus on now.
[ Vil just. Worries. ]
... are you hungry? We've been reading for a while. We can finish writing this up later.
[ His arm around Leona's back slowly, slowly... slides down to let his fingers brush against the base of his tail. ]
[At heart, he is a simple guy. He doesn’t ask for too much, and he’s kind of dim in the ways of many things. His intelligence in his good subjects far outshines his lacking social prowess.
He seems pleased to see Vil agree!
He nuzzles into the hand touching his ears and waves his tail curiously. ]
What kinda hungry are you talkin’ bout?
[ This can’t be food hungry if there is tail touching!]
[ He looks amused before giving the base of his tail a little stroke and moving his fingers up Leona's back, while his face moves in to brush his lips to the side of his neck. ]
I do mean your stomach though. It's been making more grumbling more than you've been purring.
[ The purring does keep up, and he tilts his head just for Vil. He likes the feeling against his neck. Forget his grumbling stomach, honestly. He just wants to keep this up. ]
Y'been missing me lately? I know we haven't had a lotta time.
[ Honest. He isn't the kind to say things without meaning them. His lips move across Leona's throat and he kisses up to his chin. ]
Even when you're getting on my nerves. [ Affectionately- ] You leave enough for me to think of when we're apart.
[ He pulls back to run his fingers through Leona's hair. ]
We don't have much time now, either. I have to return to my dorm soon, so we may as well eat first. Actual eating. I'm just leaving you something to miss me with.
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[ That is the simplest explanation. He knows there are ceremonial robes and Leona will need some people to come with him as escorts.]
I want ya to stay close to me, an’ wear somethin’ nice. We have clothes you can wear.
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[ He smiles then and looks up at him, meeting his sharp green eyes. ]
I'll do my best. And I know so will you. I'm guessing the Headmage will have something to say about it too, though... so we'd best wait to see how that'll be handled. We will be taking leave of our studies, after all.
[ He nestles against Leona, picking up one of the books- it's one with pictures, and he opens it up to one that looks like Pride Rock in the back. ]
Ah, this structure... it's important to the Royal Family, isn't it?
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[He rests his chin on Vil’s shoulder. Pointing at the photo. Nodding. ]
Pride rock s’what it’s called. It’s pretty important, yeah. You’ll get ta see it.
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Sure they still have their arguments and can fire each other up, but it's not as bad as it used to be. And now they can even have comfortable moments like this. ]
... you know a lot about the King of Beasts and his reign, just like I do about the Fairest Queen. We're a strange match, aren't we?
[ He does take a break to stretch a bit though. ]
Even if it worries me that you keep getting held back because of your absences, you're already so far ahead of everyone in your studies. I was concerned you did it on purpose so you wouldn't go back home.
[ He's sure Leona was doing that. He turns and faces him as they sit, settling back between his legs as he moves his hand to the side of his face. ]
It's good to see you look like you don't mind returning. But if you're feeling uncomfortable about it, you'll tell me, right?
[ He knows it's hard for Leona to want to return, especially because of his status as second prince and how embittered he is about it. Leona doesn't talk about it much and he's one of the students that overblotted, like Vil.
But home is home. ]
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[ Leona does not get censored by Disney today. Leona is actually incredibly comfortable the way they are laying right now, purring here and there when their heads touch or when they start snuggling in closer.
He chuffs at the accusation, but he won't fully deny it either. ]
I did have my reasons for staying back, and I ain't really regrettin' it any. Means I got to stick around two extra years.
[ And he is the Dorm Warden, so, clearly Savannaclaw needed him to stick around anyways. ]
I have the grades, I ain't got the attendance.
[ And then his brother bitches at him for failing due to attendance and the cycle continues. ]
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[ He knows Leona wanted to overcome Malleus, after that crushing blow he dealt Savanaclaw and made them look incompetent to recruiters. He knows Leona's pride took a terrible hit for it, too. Spelldrive means a lot to Leona, but... ]
... what do you think we'll be in the future? Have you given that any thought?
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[ In Leona's head, Vil is already his main mate. His main person. Despite them not being able to reproduce, Leona knows his compatibility (much to his own surprise) lies with Vil.
So he's confused to hear these things asked. ]
Y'think it's 'cause you think in human terms, and I don't?
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[ Wow. Did his heart just skip a beat or what. ]
I plan on continuing my career in movies and modeling, but I also intend to look into magical medicine and potionology. I'm also thinking of producing my own cosmetics eventually...
Once we've graduated... I plan on focusing on that. I just don't want us to grow apart because of it.
[ Which seems to be Vil's worry. ]
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[ Leona has his own ideas for post graduation, honestly. He knows that he is a smart person. He can get anywhere he wants to be with his intelligence. Vil would just have to deal with the fact that Leona was going to be with him for a long time to come. ]
Jus' focus on what you want, okay?
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I don't doubt you. I'm just being realistic.
[ His expression softens as he watches him. ]
I know you say being a second prince doesn't mean anything, especially with your brother and his son around now... but I know you love your home and people. Even if you act like you're cursed to never admit it.
[ He smiles wryly and bumps his nose against his. ]
We'll enter adulthood and things may change. I just want us to be prepared for what is to come, and be sure we want to make the effort. For the record—
I do. Want to make the effort. Because I do love you, Leona Kingscholar.
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Even if I don’t say it often.
[He buries his head into Vil’s shoulder. Huffing into it. It’s rare for him to admit such things. But Vil is worth the effort. ]
I’ll say it again. If it helps. I know we will have ta figure it out, for now, this works.
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He draws his fingers into his hair to stroke, leaning his cheek against his head and turning to kiss the back of Leona's little lion ear. ]
Then let's focus on now.
[ Vil just. Worries. ]
... are you hungry? We've been reading for a while. We can finish writing this up later.
[ His arm around Leona's back slowly, slowly... slides down to let his fingers brush against the base of his tail. ]
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He seems pleased to see Vil agree!
He nuzzles into the hand touching his ears and waves his tail curiously. ]
What kinda hungry are you talkin’ bout?
[ This can’t be food hungry if there is tail touching!]
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[ He looks amused before giving the base of his tail a little stroke and moving his fingers up Leona's back, while his face moves in to brush his lips to the side of his neck. ]
I do mean your stomach though. It's been making more grumbling more than you've been purring.
[ T e a s i n g ]
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[ The purring does keep up, and he tilts his head just for Vil. He likes the feeling against his neck. Forget his grumbling stomach, honestly. He just wants to keep this up. ]
Y'been missing me lately? I know we haven't had a lotta time.
[ He CAN provide this much for Vil. ]
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[ Honest. He isn't the kind to say things without meaning them. His lips move across Leona's throat and he kisses up to his chin. ]
Even when you're getting on my nerves. [ Affectionately- ] You leave enough for me to think of when we're apart.
[ He pulls back to run his fingers through Leona's hair. ]
We don't have much time now, either. I have to return to my dorm soon, so we may as well eat first. Actual eating. I'm just leaving you something to miss me with.
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He leans in to return some of the kisses, pressing kisses to his lips, his chin and on the side of his neck before Vil pulls away.]
Y’could always stay here.
[ They should eat before anything else, his stomach growls again in protest.]
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[ He chuckles then, slowly standing and extending an arm to help Leona off the floor. ]
To the cafeteria, then. I'll be leaving my study materials here.
[ He isn't going to say it out loud, but they will be his excuse on returning to the dorm to "collect" them. ]
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[LAZILY AS EVER, Leona will follow Vil to the cafeteria for food.
Maybe over dinner he can discuss those finer details of the trip with Vil.]