[ But also, please Megumi. Don’t give his mother the wrong idea here!]
I’m sure your mother would be proud of you, for all the things you have accomplished. At least this time you were able to play the supporting role, aye?
[ He gently bumps her shoulder back. ]
I did want to travel. I wanted to be just like my mother. She was strong, and had so much knowledge. Hence why I left to go be part of the gleaners. I needed to find that knowledge for myself.
[ You mean all the right ideas :) She listens attentively though, she chuckles, brightening. ]
Aye. 'Tis been more fun seeing little Wuk Lamat growing from when we started. 'Tis like mine children though... I want to see them pick themselves up and learn from their experiences and decisions. So when I return to them, I know I can be a better mother.
[ Her gaze follows the twinkling lights to Erenville though, watching his face. ]
Did you find what you were looking for, though? You must be feeling so much now that you know the City of Gold is actually real.
I am sure Wuk Lamat would love to hear that. She is going to be busy in the upcoming days and will need your support.
[ Erenville thinks, too, that Megumi is a wonderful mother. Even if she has to be away from them a lot. ]
It is admittedly hard to put into words. I have been searching for this for such a long time, you know. Forgive me my lack of knowing how to word things.
[ She smiles thoughtfully at that... she wants so much for Wuk Lamat to succeed, and though she doesn't think her to be much of a leader, she has love in her heart and that will go a long way.
But her gaze softens at Erenville's admittance, and she reaches up to brush his hair back as she hums in thought. ]
Are you feeling proud that you did? Or perhaps... are you feeling a little sad? That what you found it, and now you're not sure what to pursue?
[ The backs of her fingers brush against his cheek gently, watching his gold eyes with a calm fondness.
(Though she is feeling her heart stir for him, how can someone be as adorable and precious to her as her mates have been? Wuk Lamat's not been the only one growing in her eyes, so has Erenville... Except in a direction she never quite expected.) ]
That can happen, especially if you feel like your journey was cut short. But there are other things you can look at while going in the same direction along the way, while you're deciding on what to pursue next, aye?
'tis nicer for me right now, to simply know someone special as I adventure. That's worth something, isn't it?
I want to see more places I have never seen. But I feel like that much is a predictable future for me.
[He doesn’t realize he’s fully leaning into her palm quite yet. ]
But if we are speaking about right now? I want to do exactly what I’m doing in this moment. I enjoy your company, and don’t wish to retire from it just yet.
[ He ponders a moment. Turning his upper body towards hers. He looks over her face. What is he even thinking, giving her a look like this!]
[ What is he thinking, indeed... and what is she thinking, being so enamored yet again when she has such a happy set of relationships (all of who are aware of her interest in Erenville).
Is she being selfish? Perhaps, yet she's been feeling for Erenville in the similarities in their experiences.
Maybe she would have been a gleaner like him, if she wasn't a Warrior of Light... wouldn't that have been interesting? But it's what he says that has her heart racing, and she can't help but think of him as the night sky itself. ]
... So do I.
[ She doesn't want to be away from his company- or have him be alone right now. Her hand strokes across his hair, before sliding down to cover his hand. ]
'tis been hard to not want to be near you, Erenville. You may think me selfish, though, but 'tis not something I hide, aye?
[ Erenville is full aware that Megumi is in relationships with not only a world leader, but that dragoon, and the red-headed miqo’te. He doesn’t know where he thinks he can also fancy her as well.
Maybe he should just let it go.
That is until her hand is covering his. ]
You are not one to hide your feelings, no. Nor your interests.
[ His gaze lands back on her. Erenville knows he can’t make the first move here. He can’t give in to his own selfish desires. ]
Like I could hold back. You've done so much for us, stood by us even when it put you at risk.
[ Her ears flick, as she gazes at him over their hands. ]
They probably realized how I was feeling before I did. And who could blame me? Not only are you a lovely friend, but you're comforting to be around. And I should hope to offer the same back.
[ She lifts his hand to gently kiss the back of his fingers. ]
I just didn't wish to push you into anything you didn't want right then.
[ Well, she doesn't need more than that to fluster, her ears flicking up as she watches him. Everything about this moment feels so intense and relieving at once- and she lowers their joined hands after to lift her hands to his face instead.
The motes floating around him- around them, the sound of the water nearby- the way he looks like a beautiful night to her with a midnight sun on the horizon...
She doesn't respond, instead just pulling him in so she can finally lock their mouths together in a tender but deep kiss that leaves nothing left to doubt. ]
[There is a small shudder. The relief in his shoulders is palpable, the relief in the air is just as tangible.
His hands don’t know what to do with themselves, she’e so beautiful, and she’s kissing him. He hasn’t thought quite this far ahead, how did they actually even get here?
No matter, he’s going to kiss her back. Just as deep, just as tender. At least they didn’t need to dance around this anymore. ]
[ Her kiss continues, gentle and loving as she keeps going- fingers threading in his hair and caressing his soft cheek as she pulls him in closer to deepen it.
Her heart is fluttering and she's so delighted he's returning it- that all this time he HAS been seeing her, and she only breaks it briefly to meet his gaze, noses brushing against each other's. ]
... You kiss so politely. I didn't think you'd be shy... how sweet of you.
[He won’t argue polite, though. He wasn’t trying to get hot and heavy surrounded by wildlife.
Just to prove he’s not shy, he pulls her closer again. Pressing their lips together in another kiss. This time he’s taking charge, lips pressed against hers with intent.
Though, if she’s keen on noticing things. It’s been quite some time since he’s kissed anyone. He does fumble just slightly. ]
[ Oh! Her ears flick and she smiles as she's kissed, this time moving in to place her hands on his chest and slide in close enough to make it easier to be close when they kiss each other. He smells so good, too- and she wraps an arm around his shoulder and the back of his neck as she parts her mouth, catching his fumble and taking over to caress his mouth with hers.
With her position, her upper body is pressed up against his, and she teases her tongue against his until she needs to break the kiss briefly and look at him. ]
I like you, Erenville. I would like to see how we feel as we go, would you be open to that? I do not ever give my partners less time than the other...
[ He can’t deny that he likes the way she feels against him. He rests an arm around her waist, and another hand stays caressing her cheek. When they break to talk again…well.
He wonders what they could actually manage. What he could actually manage. ]
I am open to it…however…
[The hand caressing her cheek draws back just a touch. Allowing his fingers to touch her cheek, to get to know how she feels. ]
We don’t have to call it anything right now if you don’t wish it. We can do as you say, see how we feel as we go. I could understand if this is not acceptable to you as well.
[ She leans into his touch, much like a kitty- and draws her hand down to cover his, as she meets his gaze. ]
'tis fine with me, my darling. We don't have to call it anything right away if you don't want it, but I- do want to call you mine beau. Calling you mine mate right now may be a little premature, aye?
[ Her boyfriend. She steals a little kiss and another, purring softly against him as her tail wraps around his side. ]
But I'd like to be with you. As well. You do make me happy.
[Its not meant as an offense. Of course. It’s meant to allow them to grow. But beau is fine, he thinks it’s fine enough to define their relationship at the current point. ]
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[ But also, please Megumi. Don’t give his mother the wrong idea here!]
I’m sure your mother would be proud of you, for all the things you have accomplished. At least this time you were able to play the supporting role, aye?
[ He gently bumps her shoulder back. ]
I did want to travel. I wanted to be just like my mother. She was strong, and had so much knowledge. Hence why I left to go be part of the gleaners. I needed to find that knowledge for myself.
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Aye. 'Tis been more fun seeing little Wuk Lamat growing from when we started. 'Tis like mine children though... I want to see them pick themselves up and learn from their experiences and decisions. So when I return to them, I know I can be a better mother.
[ Her gaze follows the twinkling lights to Erenville though, watching his face. ]
Did you find what you were looking for, though? You must be feeling so much now that you know the City of Gold is actually real.
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[ Erenville thinks, too, that Megumi is a wonderful mother. Even if she has to be away from them a lot. ]
It is admittedly hard to put into words. I have been searching for this for such a long time, you know. Forgive me my lack of knowing how to word things.
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But her gaze softens at Erenville's admittance, and she reaches up to brush his hair back as she hums in thought. ]
Are you feeling proud that you did? Or perhaps... are you feeling a little sad? That what you found it, and now you're not sure what to pursue?
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[ Maybe that is a bit much, but it's true for the moment. He glances over to her. Watching her from his spot. ]
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(Though she is feeling her heart stir for him, how can someone be as adorable and precious to her as her mates have been? Wuk Lamat's not been the only one growing in her eyes, so has Erenville... Except in a direction she never quite expected.) ]
That can happen, especially if you feel like your journey was cut short. But there are other things you can look at while going in the same direction along the way, while you're deciding on what to pursue next, aye?
'tis nicer for me right now, to simply know someone special as I adventure. That's worth something, isn't it?
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He thinks her words over for a long moment before ultimately agreeing with her. ]
I thought it would be a journey that didn't end. But I know that I will find plenty of travel as a gleaner yet.
[ He smiles a touch. ] That's worth enough, you're right.
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[ She extends her fingers to his cheek to hold it in her palm, and chuckles a little, fond. ]
Off the top of your head, what would you like to do now?
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[He doesn’t realize he’s fully leaning into her palm quite yet. ]
But if we are speaking about right now? I want to do exactly what I’m doing in this moment. I enjoy your company, and don’t wish to retire from it just yet.
[ He ponders a moment. Turning his upper body towards hers. He looks over her face. What is he even thinking, giving her a look like this!]
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Is she being selfish? Perhaps, yet she's been feeling for Erenville in the similarities in their experiences.
Maybe she would have been a gleaner like him, if she wasn't a Warrior of Light... wouldn't that have been interesting? But it's what he says that has her heart racing, and she can't help but think of him as the night sky itself. ]
... So do I.
[ She doesn't want to be away from his company- or have him be alone right now. Her hand strokes across his hair, before sliding down to cover his hand. ]
'tis been hard to not want to be near you, Erenville. You may think me selfish, though, but 'tis not something I hide, aye?
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Maybe he should just let it go.
That is until her hand is covering his. ]
You are not one to hide your feelings, no. Nor your interests.
[ His gaze lands back on her. Erenville knows he can’t make the first move here. He can’t give in to his own selfish desires. ]
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But she watches him as he speaks, giving him a wry smile as she holds his hand and lifts it to hold between hers. ]
... and do your interests align with mine own? I don't think I've been subtle here.
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[ He falls off admitting anything else. Doesn’t say that he knows she’s happy with others.
Viera, even Shetona, are not unfamiliar with the concept of poly relationships. Erenville is just…well, he’s nervous.]
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... you're nervous. But you should know mine mates are already aware and fine with it. And fine with you.
[ Her smile goes shyer. ]
Do you really think I wouldn't speak of someone so wonderful to them?
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[ Why is he not surprised? He shouldn’t be surprised. Perhaps he had also been hopeful that they could…at least exchange physical affections.
Erenville is sure he would just hurt her by being gone all the time.]
I can’t say I understand your reasoning for thinking such things of me.
[ His hand covers hers, finally.]
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[ Her ears flick, as she gazes at him over their hands. ]
They probably realized how I was feeling before I did. And who could blame me? Not only are you a lovely friend, but you're comforting to be around. And I should hope to offer the same back.
[ She lifts his hand to gently kiss the back of his fingers. ]
I just didn't wish to push you into anything you didn't want right then.
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[Wuk Lamat is their dear friend, he wanted to help Wuk Lamat and see her succeed.
His cheeks are slightly red, he wonders how to even voice it.]
You are comforting to be around. You make it easy to keep going.
[ He dares enough to bring her hand up and kiss her fingers as well.]
You have my answer, what will you do with it?
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The motes floating around him- around them, the sound of the water nearby- the way he looks like a beautiful night to her with a midnight sun on the horizon...
She doesn't respond, instead just pulling him in so she can finally lock their mouths together in a tender but deep kiss that leaves nothing left to doubt. ]
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His hands don’t know what to do with themselves, she’e so beautiful, and she’s kissing him. He hasn’t thought quite this far ahead, how did they actually even get here?
No matter, he’s going to kiss her back. Just as deep, just as tender. At least they didn’t need to dance around this anymore. ]
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Her heart is fluttering and she's so delighted he's returning it- that all this time he HAS been seeing her, and she only breaks it briefly to meet his gaze, noses brushing against each other's. ]
... You kiss so politely. I didn't think you'd be shy... how sweet of you.
[ Teasing! ]
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[He won’t argue polite, though. He wasn’t trying to get hot and heavy surrounded by wildlife.
Just to prove he’s not shy, he pulls her closer again. Pressing their lips together in another kiss. This time he’s taking charge, lips pressed against hers with intent.
Though, if she’s keen on noticing things. It’s been quite some time since he’s kissed anyone. He does fumble just slightly. ]
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With her position, her upper body is pressed up against his, and she teases her tongue against his until she needs to break the kiss briefly and look at him. ]
I like you, Erenville. I would like to see how we feel as we go, would you be open to that? I do not ever give my partners less time than the other...
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He wonders what they could actually manage. What he could actually manage. ]
I am open to it…however…
[The hand caressing her cheek draws back just a touch. Allowing his fingers to touch her cheek, to get to know how she feels. ]
We don’t have to call it anything right now if you don’t wish it. We can do as you say, see how we feel as we go. I could understand if this is not acceptable to you as well.
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'tis fine with me, my darling. We don't have to call it anything right away if you don't want it, but I- do want to call you mine beau. Calling you mine mate right now may be a little premature, aye?
[ Her boyfriend. She steals a little kiss and another, purring softly against him as her tail wraps around his side. ]
But I'd like to be with you. As well. You do make me happy.
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[Its not meant as an offense. Of course. It’s meant to allow them to grow. But beau is fine, he thinks it’s fine enough to define their relationship at the current point. ]
I am happy, but I haven’t. Really ever…
[Really ever been in a relationship. ]
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