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[chemex]

[He folds his arm around Goro's shoulders immediately, drawing him close.] ...I'm glad to hear that. I think it's... always gonna be hard, for us to face that day, and I'm sorry I was ugly about it. [He shifts, twisting his body and then leaning sideways to drag Goro down to lay with him.]

Please never forget that I love everything you are. Even what you don't want people to see.

[murderingjustice]

[Akira finds no resistance from Goro when he's pulled close. He doesn't reciprocate the embrace immediately, but just stays there eyes fluttering shut. ]

There's something wrong with me, Akira. Hearing that.. doesn't make me happy. It brings me fear. [Fear and anxiety in front of the unknown, triggering his flight or fight response.]

[chemex]

[He shakes his head slowly, rearranging to cover them both and create a little capsule of warmth. It's already worlds better under here with another person than just by himself.]

Mmn, not something wrong. You've just been through so much, without support and love for so long. It's natural, I think, to be scared of something like that. [He blinks slowly at him, eyes half-squinted closed in the warmth.] ...I'm a little scared of it, myself. Of love, and how much I love you, if that makes sense.

[murderingjustice]

[It's quite hot under the covers, as he's still wearing his day clothes. However, Akira's cold body brings him some relief. Goro finds himself nuzzling closer to Akira, finally wrapping his arms around the other's waist, fingers sneaking to feel the cool skin under his layer of clothes.]

You should be. We tend to run hot and burn out when we clash. [They truly are perfect foils to each other, contracting each other. A true rivals. One that can't exist without the other and so.]

I'm scared, Akira. [He admits quietly, whispering the words against Akira's neck.] Of you and myself.

[chemex]

[Akira sucks in a startled breath at Goro's hands slipping under his shirt, but settles a moment later. He's not used to Goro feeling warm while he's cold. He laughs softly, nuzzling against Goro's face.]

That's okay. We'll figure it out, yeah?

[murderingjustice]

[Will they, though? They've been doing this for months now. And while they have learned to live together, finding their routine around the apartment and not to snap at each other at every turn, they still keep finding each other in these situations. Digging the knife deeper into their wounds, only to end up licking them later on. It's quite pathetic in Goro's mind. But then again, what else could one expect of them? Two fucks up of the society.

Goro props his head up, to search Akira's eyes.]

I'm sorry. For everything. I didn't realize just how.. terrified the thought of losing you is.

[chemex]

[Akira lets him lean away, smiling and reaching up to press his palm into Goro's cheek.] I'm sorry, too. And I forgive you.

[murderingjustice]

[A faint glassy sheen forms over his eyes as he looks down at Akira. He can feel his heart jump to his throat, bringing a slight pink hue to frame his face. And finally, that breath he took earlier is released, his shoulders rolling back in relaxation.]

Okay. [Then he leans back in, placing his lips between Akira's eyes.] Thank you.

[chemex]

[He smiles, sighing as he veritably dissolves under Goro's affection, and snakes his arms around his middle.] 's it too warm for you under here?

[murderingjustice]

Quite. [He admits with a nod.] Let me go wash my face and change out my clothes. Drink your tea in meantime, it's important to monitor your hydration while recovering from hypothermia.

[chemex]

Okay, [Reluctantly, he lets him go and shifts to sit up, pulling the covers around himself again. Once upright, he reaches for the tea.]

[murderingjustice]

[Enjoy your lukewarm tea that's still probably a little bit too bitter. But it was made with love. Or with as much love as Goro Akechi can pour into cup of tea.

Goro gets up from the bed, leaving to bathroom. He proceeds to do all his usual nighttime routines, washing his face and applying some moisturizing cream and combing his hair and tying it up in a ponytail. Being trapped in backwater fantasy-land is no reason to skip good skin care, you know! So, it takes a while before he's ready. Then he returns to their bedroom, undresses himself until all he's wearing is boxers and loose t-shirt.]

How are you feeling? Is your temperature getting back to its normal state?

[chemex]

[Akira drank the whole cup anyway, wanting to get through it before it went completely cold. He's still sitting up, somewhat, when Goro returns, but he's sagged over against the wall and looks about half asleep. He sits back upright at the sound of his voice, smiling on instinct.] Still kinda cold, but I can feel my toes again.