[Tim flops back onto the couch cushions, dramatically.]
That's because I'm terrible at that. It's the worst question. It's like- do I risk being all soppy? But then come off as like, oh no, I don't want anything for reasons or do I think of like, material things and have to accept the mortal weight of getting old where you genuinely like socks.
[He watches, those brown sharp eyes looking back at him. Thinks it over; he had talked to Algric, they're okay and will be. It does come down to if he wants this and really? Thinking back it feels like he should have those first times he was asked in Research.
Not a word spoken, but Jonah leans in carefully, kissing Tim's cheek and not intending to catch the corner of his lips but even his aim can be off.]
[More fool him, he turns a little bit when Jonah closes the gap, having perhaps, ACTUALLY expected a comment or plan (or maybe only a little hoped...)
It's such a light brush at the corner, such an earnest show of open affection. It is such an easy, natural extension of the conversation they just had, and still managed to surprise him.
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... Think that means it passes the test.
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I'm sorry?
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There is a certain kind of wonder to this, though. It's... Simple. I-in a good way.
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I'd always end up falling asleep and waking up in bed in the morning.
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[Parents. What a magic that is.
He looks to Tim again, remembering his promise. He wouldn't leave him hanging on an answer forever.]
Don't think you ever told me what you'd want for a gift.
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That's because I'm terrible at that. It's the worst question. It's like- do I risk being all soppy? But then come off as like, oh no, I don't want anything for reasons or do I think of like, material things and have to accept the mortal weight of getting old where you genuinely like socks.
It's a struggle.
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[He moved to sit next to him, a fair mix of relaxed and nervous tension. All in the shoulders and hands folded together.]
I'm pretty rubbish at it myself. Realized it those few secret Santa exchanges we had.
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[He bumps shoulders gently.]
Don't think you all would've let me stay that way.
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Absolutely not.
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[Sighs and falls silent again, watching the lights do their Christmas twinkle patterns.]
I can think of one thing for you though.
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[Brows raise and he angles a look back, the jovial tone settling back into curiosity at his expression.]
Yeah?
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[Just leaning in conspiratorially.]
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Not a word spoken, but Jonah leans in carefully, kissing Tim's cheek and not intending to catch the corner of his lips but even his aim can be off.]
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It's such a light brush at the corner, such an earnest show of open affection. It is such an easy, natural extension of the conversation they just had, and still managed to surprise him.
It gets that sudden, delighted laugh.]
I-
-Okay, that. Yes. That was on my wishlist.
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[He leans a little into his shoulder, head ducked down.]
Algric said some days hell be ferociously jealous, but I'll be taking care of that as it comes.
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Ah, good. I mean, the talked part, not the jealous bit.
... That's probably a we thing there. I mean, he's important to me too.
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[But he will soak up that warmth like the feral cat let inside that he is.]
I did promise I wouldn't let you hang on my answer too long.
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[He leans a little.]
Hmm, I'm not sure about that first one though. Oh! I know. We should try again.
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[And this time? Leans down, pulling him just a little bit closer for a proper kiss.]
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