[ It's been...a struggle while Megumi and company were away in Tural. Though an unexpected trip was put into his lap by the Students. Investigation of a few areas near Ishgard. They would stay at the inn in Ishgard nad make their way from there.
He would be remiss if he hadn't reached out to Aymeric to let him know he would be around. Perhaps he could drop by and say hello. Megumi was wed to him, after all. While of course they shared a love interest, there was no harm in getting to know one another as well either.
So he will be pleasantly surprised when Aymeric invites him over for dinner. G'raha of course will not refuse such an offer, showing up a few minutes before the allotted time at the Borel manor. Now that he's actually here he is a bit, well, nervous. He's never been face to face alone before with the Lord Commander of Ishgard. ]
[aymeric had spoken with megumi about g'raha tia before, and upon finally meeting the man he had found him charming and intelligent, and quickly saw how utterly smitten he was with megumi--a virtue, as far as aymeric is concerned. his impression of g'raha tia is a good one. and while the poly lifestyle is still new to him, he's finding it easier to adjust the more he gets to know his wife's partners. there is estinien, of course, and he's always quite comfortable around him, but there is still much more he wishes to know about this archon, this allagan scholar with curious-looking eyes.
the door opens, and aymeric's older manservant welcomes g'raha in, taking his coat. aymeric himself is sitting in the living area while dinner is being prepared, dressed out of his armor and in a more casual housecoat. the fireplace is crackling gently, and aymeric rises from his seat to come and greet his guest]
Master G'raha Tia, welcome. Full glad am I that you could make it.
Thank you for inviting me, Ser Aymeric. I hope this isn't too much trouble.
[ Please, G'raha. Aymeric is like to want company while he is locked away in his office, without his wife! But that is besides the point, G'raha was incredibly elated to get to meet him in earnest finally. Their ships had crossed paths far too many times.
He's going to politely sit across from Aymeric. Tail politely curled into his own lap. ]
Not at all. I do not have guests over regularly, busy as I am, so I relish the opportunity to host.
[he takes a seat and nods to his servant, who pours them both a glass of wine]
Do inform me if you've any preferences on drink, but I thought a Lominsan red would be a fine choice for any occasion. Now, I understand you are here in Ishgard on business for the Students of Baldesion?
Then allow me to thank you again for the opportunity to have you as my host.
[ It's not often that he drinks. So he's going to accept whatever the recommendation is. ]
No preference, it isn't often that I get to try such fine wines. Oh, aye, I've come on business to investigate some happenings outside of Ishgard. Nothing terribly exciting, but something to look into nevertheless. We should be here for around three days.
Alas, not nearly enough time to take you on a proper tour. Then we shall simply have to make the most of tonight.
[he says with a smile, and a slight twinkle in his eye? did aymeric mean for that to sound so suggestive? the appetizers arrive before that comment can linger in the air for too long, and they are invited to tuck in]
Do let me know if the dishes are not to your liking. I assure you, I won't be offended; I had to guess at your culinary preferences, based on what I've gleaned from Megumi.
I certainly will, given the opportunity. You are always welcome here.
[more food arrives: lots of classic ishgardian cuisine, and a good balance of light and heavy dishes so as to not overwhelm the palate. (and dessert, of course, is sohm al tarts with ishgardian tea and birch syrup. the full house borel tea set, if you will)]
I shall have to arrange my schedule when next you come to visit. Perhaps Megumi might come, as well. And while you are welcome to stay wherever you wish, know that my home is open to you both.
[ G’raha is thankful. His tail might be wiggling just happily as his ears do when the food is brought out.
He’s certainly the gourmand Megumi would have described him to be. ]
You are certainly a kind man, Ser Aymeric. If you would go so far as to rearrange your schedule then I shall reach out to Megumi and make our plans accordingly.
[ And now G’raha will dig into the dishes, trying each one with excitement. He’s taking polite bites, but the excitement can’t truly be contained. ]
[the tips of aymeric's ears are just a tad pink as he smiles back at g'raha, and clinks their glasses together]
Cheers to that, certainly.
[he drinks, and swirls his wine in the glass]
... she has told me some details of how the two of you met. 'Twas breathtaking to hear it, truthfully. I struggled to wrap my mind around the tale, at first--traveling through time and space, from another dimension, and then unto another world--a reflection of ours, as I understand. And after all of that, to have journeyed to the ends of the cosmos, confronted a threat so dire it nearly consumed all life, and triumphed... I confess I am awed and humbled by your achievements.
[ he clinks their glasses, bringing it to his lips as well. ]
[ his ears lay down, but mostly because he's definitely blushing right now. gosh!! megumi really told him about all of that, did she? ]
I could not have done any of that without her help, truly. I certainly made quite a few mistakes along the way, and learned many lessons.
[ He looks at Aymeric, a fond and admiring look in his own eyes. ]
She told me quite a bit about your station, and the struggles you faced to get where you are. If there was anyone to be humbled and awed by, it is you Ser Aymeric.
[he ducks his head, smiling but somewhat embarrassed]
... I could say much the same--how I could not have done it without her help, and how I made many mistakes along the way. Megumi oft speaks freely of her partner's virtues, and I admire her for it. 'Tis often her wont to remind us to be proud of ourselves.
[he chuckles, his cheeks and ears pink--perhaps a combination of the wine and something else--and tilts his head to one side, his eyelids lowering]
Will you, now? I admit, while I would not expect it, the thought does please me. I welcome you to continue your admiration, and I pray mine is likewise welcome.
[oh that's cute. aymeric had wondered if the rolling r's thing was just megumi, or if it was a miqo'te thing. he is still a proper boy at his core, however, so he does look somewhat flustered by the attention, ducking his head again--though that just shows off his ears even more]
Would that I could blame it on the wine, yet I've been told before--by Megumi, often--that 'tis quite easy to make me blush. I must wonder if she has told you similar.
[ Through their entire journey, she had written- as much as she could, until Ser Bubblenuts II was her only means of communication back to Eorzea. Fortunately, with all that had happened beyond the Rite of Succession, and Lamat'yi and Koana's coronation- everything was coming into place and she was able to call Gareki and the children over to enjoy the sights of Tural, and pay a visit to their distant Hhetsarro relatives with her.
It was sorely needed after all that had occurred, and now that they were heading back home, the children were excited to be back to tell their father all about their trip (she also had to fill him in on what occurred before their arrival, to which he simply held her and the children) before she made her way to the Ishgard Aetheryte.
Coming back here after all that almost felt like a dream, and after a stop to meet with Count Edmont de Fortemps, she finally heads back to Borel Manor- gifts are brought for the staff, though she's informed that Ser Aymeric has retired to his chambers already.
She nods to that, heading up to his room to check on him, entering stealthily to not disturb him. She's greeted with familiar scents- his, faintly Estinien's, and a stronger scent- G'raha Tia's. Not that she didn't know already!
Aside from her children, the strongest scent on her is of Erenville- and he too, has been informed on him. So now, she sets her travel bag down and heads to the bed... quiet, just to look. ]
[aymeric has sorely missed his wife and husband while they were away, though he has not been idle himself in the meantime. taking the opportunity to acquaint himself with megumi's other beaus, namely g'raha tia, aymeric has not been wanting in regards to bed partners. still, the best cure for loneliness, aymeric has found, has been a steady work schedule, and so he's been more focused on that than usual... perhaps to his detriment. while he isn't working the late nights that left him exhausted and with bags under his eyes and sunken cheeks, he's still dedicating himself to the restoration of ishgard like a man possessed.
which has all finally caught up to him on the night megumi comes to visit, where she will find him laying on a chaise lounge in his bedroom, having dozed off in the middle of reading a book that lays open on his abdomen (the book appears to be about the culture and history of tural). he's dressed out of his typical military accoutrements, in a simple pair of trousers and a blue silk shirt--though the first few buttons of the shirt are undone, suggesting aymeric was somewhat hasty in his undressing, and then perhaps became distracted by the book.
he looks to be deeply asleep, his chest rising and falling slowly with his slower breathing, and does not stir when megumi enters.]
[ What a vision he is- she smiles to herself as she approaches, picking the book off him and setting it aside, before reaching for the throw nearby to move to cover him with it. She can imagine what he may have done to bide the time, and she sighs as she leans down to brush his hair out of his face.
He looks like such an angel, and she kisses the side of his temple, her gaze wandering to that beautifully exposed chest just teasing her- though even with his given permission to touch him even when asleep should she need, she doesn't rush-
And she moves to kiss the tip of his lovely little ear, too. ]
I'm going to eat you if you stay this lovely, my darling.
[ Whispered. A threat, and an invitation at once. ]
[he barely shifts in his sleep as she covers him with the blanket and takes the book away, even continuing to doze when she touches him--he's either too exhausted to rouse himself from slumber, or his body is so used to her touches that he knows not to be afraid. perhaps a bit of both.
aymeric had confided in her once that the thought of her touching him while he sleeps--or perhaps waking him with it--had thrilled and comforted him in equal measure. to know he would be entirely hers even unguarded in slumber... it excited him, though he was embarrassed to admit it, at first.
his slow, deep breathing doesn't change when she kisses his ear--but he does let out a very quiet noise in his throat, regardless]
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a trip to Ishgard
He would be remiss if he hadn't reached out to Aymeric to let him know he would be around. Perhaps he could drop by and say hello. Megumi was wed to him, after all. While of course they shared a love interest, there was no harm in getting to know one another as well either.
So he will be pleasantly surprised when Aymeric invites him over for dinner. G'raha of course will not refuse such an offer, showing up a few minutes before the allotted time at the Borel manor. Now that he's actually here he is a bit, well, nervous. He's never been face to face alone before with the Lord Commander of Ishgard. ]
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the door opens, and aymeric's older manservant welcomes g'raha in, taking his coat. aymeric himself is sitting in the living area while dinner is being prepared, dressed out of his armor and in a more casual housecoat. the fireplace is crackling gently, and aymeric rises from his seat to come and greet his guest]
Master G'raha Tia, welcome. Full glad am I that you could make it.
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[ Please, G'raha. Aymeric is like to want company while he is locked away in his office, without his wife! But that is besides the point, G'raha was incredibly elated to get to meet him in earnest finally. Their ships had crossed paths far too many times.
He's going to politely sit across from Aymeric. Tail politely curled into his own lap. ]
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[he takes a seat and nods to his servant, who pours them both a glass of wine]
Do inform me if you've any preferences on drink, but I thought a Lominsan red would be a fine choice for any occasion. Now, I understand you are here in Ishgard on business for the Students of Baldesion?
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[ It's not often that he drinks. So he's going to accept whatever the recommendation is. ]
No preference, it isn't often that I get to try such fine wines. Oh, aye, I've come on business to investigate some happenings outside of Ishgard. Nothing terribly exciting, but something to look into nevertheless. We should be here for around three days.
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[he says with a smile, and a slight twinkle in his eye? did aymeric mean for that to sound so suggestive? the appetizers arrive before that comment can linger in the air for too long, and they are invited to tuck in]
Do let me know if the dishes are not to your liking. I assure you, I won't be offended; I had to guess at your culinary preferences, based on what I've gleaned from Megumi.
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…and also why he went so far as to guess at what he might like to eat. He believed Megumi when she said that Aymeric was a good man, but wow.
He takes a slow sip of the wine. ]
I’m sure you did a fine job, my tastes are similarly aligned with Megumi’s, so I’m sure to like it.
… I also wouldn’t be opposed to coming back for a longer visit, if you will have me.
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I certainly will, given the opportunity. You are always welcome here.
[more food arrives: lots of classic ishgardian cuisine, and a good balance of light and heavy dishes so as to not overwhelm the palate. (and dessert, of course, is sohm al tarts with ishgardian tea and birch syrup. the full house borel tea set, if you will)]
I shall have to arrange my schedule when next you come to visit. Perhaps Megumi might come, as well. And while you are welcome to stay wherever you wish, know that my home is open to you both.
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He’s certainly the gourmand Megumi would have described him to be. ]
You are certainly a kind man, Ser Aymeric. If you would go so far as to rearrange your schedule then I shall reach out to Megumi and make our plans accordingly.
[ And now G’raha will dig into the dishes, trying each one with excitement. He’s taking polite bites, but the excitement can’t truly be contained. ]
You have impeccable taste.
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Full glad am I that the food is to your liking. Shall we toast?
[he raises his wine glass]
To Megumi, perhaps?
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To Megumi, of course, and our fated meeting.
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Cheers to that, certainly.
[he drinks, and swirls his wine in the glass]
... she has told me some details of how the two of you met. 'Twas breathtaking to hear it, truthfully. I struggled to wrap my mind around the tale, at first--traveling through time and space, from another dimension, and then unto another world--a reflection of ours, as I understand. And after all of that, to have journeyed to the ends of the cosmos, confronted a threat so dire it nearly consumed all life, and triumphed... I confess I am awed and humbled by your achievements.
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[ his ears lay down, but mostly because he's definitely blushing right now. gosh!! megumi really told him about all of that, did she? ]
I could not have done any of that without her help, truly. I certainly made quite a few mistakes along the way, and learned many lessons.
[ He looks at Aymeric, a fond and admiring look in his own eyes. ]
She told me quite a bit about your station, and the struggles you faced to get where you are. If there was anyone to be humbled and awed by, it is you Ser Aymeric.
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... I could say much the same--how I could not have done it without her help, and how I made many mistakes along the way. Megumi oft speaks freely of her partner's virtues, and I admire her for it. 'Tis often her wont to remind us to be proud of ourselves.
[he lifts his head, meeting g'raha's gaze]
And I am. Yet I shall admire you nonetheless.
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[ His cheeks are warm. Is it the wine? Is it the way he's noticing how handsome Aymeric is very suddenly? Who knows. G'raha Tia won't complain. ]
And so on that note, I have no shyness in telling you that I will have to continue my admiration of you.
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Will you, now? I admit, while I would not expect it, the thought does please me. I welcome you to continue your admiration, and I pray mine is likewise welcome.
[oh yeah he's definitely flirting now]
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[ Did he roll some of those r’s? Was it Aymeric’s imagination? Hmmm. ]
What a lovely shade of pink on you, I say it quite suites you.
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Would that I could blame it on the wine, yet I've been told before--by Megumi, often--that 'tis quite easy to make me blush. I must wonder if she has told you similar.
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G’raha might be assuming right now but… ]
She might have mentioned it.
[ He moves from his seat and situates himself in Aymeric’s lap, straddling him. ]
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aymeric's eyes widen briefly and his hands come up to rest on g'raha's hips]
Has she now. I confess she has told me many things of interest concerning you... though I hesitate to make any assumptions. Still...
[his gaze flickers down and up g'raha's form, taking him in, his voice lowering]
... I am glad my overtures were not unwelcome. You are a sight to behold, like this.
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Has she? Color me interested. What has she told you?
[ He’s purring again, eyes lowered to admire Aymeric even further. ]
If only I had told you sooner they weren’t unwelcome.
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It was sorely needed after all that had occurred, and now that they were heading back home, the children were excited to be back to tell their father all about their trip (she also had to fill him in on what occurred before their arrival, to which he simply held her and the children) before she made her way to the Ishgard Aetheryte.
Coming back here after all that almost felt like a dream, and after a stop to meet with Count Edmont de Fortemps, she finally heads back to Borel Manor- gifts are brought for the staff, though she's informed that Ser Aymeric has retired to his chambers already.
She nods to that, heading up to his room to check on him, entering stealthily to not disturb him. She's greeted with familiar scents- his, faintly Estinien's, and a stronger scent- G'raha Tia's. Not that she didn't know already!
Aside from her children, the strongest scent on her is of Erenville- and he too, has been informed on him. So now, she sets her travel bag down and heads to the bed... quiet, just to look. ]
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which has all finally caught up to him on the night megumi comes to visit, where she will find him laying on a chaise lounge in his bedroom, having dozed off in the middle of reading a book that lays open on his abdomen (the book appears to be about the culture and history of tural). he's dressed out of his typical military accoutrements, in a simple pair of trousers and a blue silk shirt--though the first few buttons of the shirt are undone, suggesting aymeric was somewhat hasty in his undressing, and then perhaps became distracted by the book.
he looks to be deeply asleep, his chest rising and falling slowly with his slower breathing, and does not stir when megumi enters.]
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He looks like such an angel, and she kisses the side of his temple, her gaze wandering to that beautifully exposed chest just teasing her- though even with his given permission to touch him even when asleep should she need, she doesn't rush-
And she moves to kiss the tip of his lovely little ear, too. ]
I'm going to eat you if you stay this lovely, my darling.
[ Whispered. A threat, and an invitation at once. ]
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aymeric had confided in her once that the thought of her touching him while he sleeps--or perhaps waking him with it--had thrilled and comforted him in equal measure. to know he would be entirely hers even unguarded in slumber... it excited him, though he was embarrassed to admit it, at first.
his slow, deep breathing doesn't change when she kisses his ear--but he does let out a very quiet noise in his throat, regardless]