Future Stuff ::1:: Been Up All Night

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[This was not clicking for some reason. He has been staring at these reports for the past hour and half, nothing having been accomplished besides from papers being shuffled around in a semblance of productivity and knives thrown into the pillar behind him out of sheer frustration. His fingers tapping along the worn metal to keep himself from doing further property damage at this rate.

The bottom line was that stress was gnawing at him.

Not from the job though. If anything, reports should came as second nature after the past few months and coordinating had been relatively easy once the rough first week passed by. Being a vanguard should cause less stress than doing actually fieldwork yet here he was at a breaking point almost.

There was nothing. Absolutely nothing. Those stupid letters and photos and other bullshit weren't coming in anymore.

Something had to have happened and he's stuck here in this goddamn tower like a fresh rezzed moron.

His hands were effectively tied as well. No one could be sent out without the other two's approval and even then it'd be brought forward to discussion by the head vanguard. Which means that nothing could happen for days and he'll be sitting on his ass like he already was. All it did was make him all the more frustrated about having given up his freedom to leave as he so pleased because at least then someone would be out there trying to figure out what happened.

The hunter buries his face in his hands with an exhausted sigh leaving him. He probably looked like hell at this rate. Throwing himself into long hours had made his sleep schedule an abysmal handful of hours in the past few days. Half the time he didn't know how he wasn't passing out during meetings. Be easy to. Pull the hood further down, lean down on the table and maybe get an hour or two of on and off rest. Might be the best time to try it out to be quite honest since the hall was dead before attempting it when there'd be actual repercussions to getting caught.

He grunts after stretching out on the table some, pillowing his head with his arms for something close to comfortable. Shade is called out of transmat to keep a watch on things while an attempt at a nap was made. The ghost whirling softly in concern but does as told.

Things suck. Might as well try to ignore it for the time being.]

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[That provokes another fond laugh, and a gentle press of his lips to the crown of James' head.]

I mean, I mention it, yeah?

[Ah, it feels like there's no time for that though, there's a telltale shift of the ship, and he hums under his breath.]

When we get back home. Promise.

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You do, yea.

[Straightening back up, he gives a soft sigh before making sure that everything was still on schedule and in place. So far they were doing good. However he does laugh softly and shakes head.]

I think I can live with not knowing. No need for that promise.

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Fair enough.

[They have to be getting close, by the way the descent feels.]

You ever get curious though, I'll spill in full detail. Just not when we're going to land soon.

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[Rising out of his seat, he finally lets go of Liam's hand and steps towards the door, bending his knees with the bumps as he waits. It was something routine and easy.]

You're more than welcome to spill when you like. I'm just saying that there's no need to promise it. If it happens, it happens.

[The engines cycle down after a final bump and the bay door opens, allowing him to step out and survey the streets.]

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Yeah yeah, not a big secret at all.

[But he's just teasing, and definitely electing to stay seated during the descent; he's not as limber or balanced as the hunter. But when things are finally settled, he moves to stand and exit shortly behind James, nudging him again with his shoulder.]

We on time?

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I figured.

[He glances over at him and hooks his arm around Liam's waist, pulling him in close before coaxing him out of the aircraft and onto the streets. His pace remaining steady enough for the titan to not be dragged around.]

We're doing good though. Have plenty of time to get there.

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[He offers a pleased noise under his breath at the contact, not at all bothered by the display of affection. But he's able to keep up well enough, leaning into the other guardian gently.]

Good. Like I said, promised it'd be perfect.

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So far you're doing just fine. Though I didn't have any doubts to start with. Besides it'll be a nice dinner regardless, ok? Even if you hadn't promised.

[There's a gentle nuzzle into his neck before pressing a kiss between the dark marks that he had made earlier, smirking some. He guided them through the streets towards their destination.]

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[Even with the collar of his shirt, he's making no move to try to hide the marks, and there's a slight shiver at the feeling of lips on his neck. He leans over to steal a proper kiss, taking his time to savor the moment before they have to continue on.]

It'll be great because you're here.

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[Kiss was definitely fantastic and he takes his time with it however he pays attention to Liam's reactions. The shiver earns itself a soft laugh as well as a gentle open mouth kiss along the marks to give them some attention while they continue walking.]

Same here. Perfect because of you before anything else.

[Then it's back to behaving and he looks away.]

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You're the one that makes it that way.

[Still sappy, and he's certainly not sorry. But they have places to be, things to do, and that's super important.]

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I think it's the both of us. Just saying.

[That definitely makes him feel warm at the notion of being wanted and enjoyed, his cheeks flushing slightly. However he manages to get them to the restaurant and checked in without any problems. Success.]

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Being together.

[Ah, there's the restaurant, excellent. No problems thusfar, that he'll count as a win.]

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Exactly.

[The waitress is easy enough to follow and it's nice to not be singled out as guardians and have any adverse reactions from the civilians around as long as he didn't use his light or have Shade out and about. It was a nice set up with a thriving bar on the ground while the second floor was dedicated to the kitchen.

It was the top floor that he had reserved though and soon enough they're shown to a table on the roof with comfortable seating and illuminated by the traveler's lights and candles. He settles down and leans back with a soft sigh before looking up at the titan.]

Is this good? I don't know if you want to be inside instead or what? I can ask for a different table. It shouldn't be too hard.

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[Oh. Oh. This is so much more than he'd ever have expected, and it momentarily takes his breath away. There are no words for the moment, he's too caught up in looking around, enthralled at everything. It takes a while for him to settle and sit, because he's momentarily overwhelmed by everything.]

I-I no, this is- wow. No this is....this is so....this is so beautiful. I don't,you didn't have to do this oh.

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[Was that a good reaction? Yea, yea that is and he gives a sigh of relief, smiling up at him while the titan takes in everything. He hums contently after Liam takes a seat, rotating his glass of water around slowly.]

Well as I said, you're worth it. Without a doubt you are to me. So this is nothing and I'm happy that you're enjoying things.

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I-

[It's still definitely overwhelming, and he manages a shaky smile back, still distracted by everything. That's the Traveler overhead, there are candles, and the entire atmosphere feels, dare he be cliche, almost magical. It's a far cry from haphazard questions in the shower, and he goes slightly pink in the cheeks as he looks back over.]

Yeah, this is just....this is so....so just- James.

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[It was certainly amusing to take in the titan's reaction to the layout and they hadn't even started dinner yet. He surveys around and there aren't too many people up here so it made things more private and nice in his opinion. However he focuses back over at the call of his name.]

Hm? Yes...?

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Oh- I-

[What are words? Apparently not his strong suit, at the moment, and the flush deepens just the slightest bit as he smiles sheepishly.]

Just...this is amazing. You're amazing.

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[A soft laugh later, he's gently pulling Liam into a soft but dragged out kiss, breaking away bump their foreheads together.]

It's the least I could do for you, idiot. You deserve good things.

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[It's such a small, sweet thing, and it leaves him grinning dumbly when James finally pulls away, but he can't help it. Damn the fact that there were still other people around, he was going to enjoy the soft contact as much as possible.]

I got one sitting right here though.

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Fancy since so do I. Now are you going to be up for dinner or are you going to stare at me the whole time? Not that I have a problem with that but I know that I want food at some point.

[He gently pokes Liam in the chest playfully, smirking.]

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Yeah yeah, I hear you.

[But he's just joking, grinning widely at James and rolling his eyes as if in jest. Food though, food is probably a good idea yeah, and he temporarily diverts his attention to the menu, scanning it with a critical eye.]

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[He shakes his head and places his own focus on the menu to look over everything, his fingers tapping on his thigh to get rid of excess nerves. It was going to work out, at least he hopes it will but goddamn anxiety was starting to creep up on him bad.]

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[Ordering is at least easy enough, and there might be a request for a bottle of wine (that he fully intended on paying for) simply to calm his nerves. It's a good night, a great night, for sure, and even as much as he'd like to play cool, he's still somewhat on edge. Everything had to be perfect, no room for error, and he wants to make sure that the hunter knows just how appreciative he is.

When the server finally leaves, he slumps back in his chair a bit, then reaches out to capture James' hand and entwine their fingers, giving it a slight squeeze to reassure them both.]