ofmisfortune | ♝ i . c. i n b o x

[He would argue that it's not getting to him too much, that it's all perfectly fine, but the comfort he finds in Vincent's soft gestures is nice, making him want to lean closer to the man.

Then his lips are claimed and any darkness that was swirling right beneath the light of his heart feels like it's being drained out of him, replaced with peace, with calm. He lets Vincent in, lips parting in a warm welcome, as if asking his partner to take as much as he wants, claim his worries, his fears, give him the hope that he so desperately seeks.

He moans into the affection, his hand settling in the other's hair as they kiss, his body closer, legs tangling together.

It's all making him dizzy once more, but he doesn't want to stop.]

[ The more which he consumes, Vincent can feel the traveler’s burdens sinking into his very soul. It’s a sense not unfamiliar to him, though not enough his own that he should buckle under its weight. Rather, it’s cathartic, being able to relieve one who he believes to be undeserving of such sorrow; while for Vincent, it could be but a small taste of retribution for the sorrow he’s caused. It’s a twisted taste of satisfaction, an indescribable wholeness, as his weeks of hunger wanes.

Leaning into Aether, his fingers tangle into those wispy gold locks, knee pressing into bedding between the smaller man’s legs. Tongues entwined, his sated groan rumbles deep from his throat, yet it’s difficult to pull himself away from savoring the other’s flavor, even once run dry.

When their mouths part, his breath is ragged, cheeks hot, arousal apparent. Petting back Aether’s hair, however, he takes the other’s lips just once more; a gentle apology that he cannot go further. ]

[More moans resound from him, his body weak but longing for the other's warmth. No worries or burdens claim his soul, no fears cloud his mind. There's only a need to have Vincent close, to love him, to cherish him.

When they finally part from the kiss, Aether struggles to catch his breath. His head leans back, his face completely red and it's obvious he's also aroused from the experience. As the realization hits him, the traveler grows ashamed of himself more than anything else.

...What are they doing? They shouldn't--

His thoughts are silenced by a kiss much gentler than before, but one that does nothing to calm his needy heart.]

Vince, I-- [He stutters, breathing still uneven and he quickly covers his face with his hands.]

I need a moment.

[ Shifting back to his side, Vincent tucks an arm beneath his pillow while the other settles between them, fingertips just shy of touching Aether’s stomach. ]

I hope you’ll forgive me. I couldn’t bear to leave you hurting, it seems…

[ Hopefully, Vanitas would understand that much; a single kiss with their partner, regardless. ]

[He sighs, then slowly removes the hands from his face to settle close to Vincent.]

...I feel much lighter now. Like everything I ever worried about was taken away from me.

[He doesn't look at the other, face still red.]

Is that what you need then? Not blood, but... negative emotions?

[ Well, he will take that as his opportunity to slip that hand over Aether’s waist, allowing himself the pleasure of enjoying the bare flesh there, at least. ]

Your blood was surely satiating, but… your spirits even moreso, yes.

[ Petting along that softened skin, Vincent merely admires the other’s flush fully, while he’s distracted. ]

They’re truly gone? How fascinating…

[The noise that escapes him is like a mix of pleasured moan and a whine of protest. He grabs the other's hand to keep it still.]

Vince, don't. You're making it harder on me.

[He honestly doesn't get a break when Vincent is close.]

...But. Yes... Gone for now, at least. [He breathes in and out.] Despite everything, I feel more at peace. It's... strange.

[When was the last time he felt this way?]

[ Well, that only makes Vincent’s smile coil tighter, instigating that predatory nature of his. Unlike Aether, he quite likes the sense it brings; that madness of yearning. ]

Apologies. [ Even so, he will comply by slipping his fingers between his partner’s, instead. ] I hope that’s alright with you. You deserve only the sort of light which you bring me, my little star.

[He can see that smile!! So unfair! But at least Vincent has mercy on his poor soul. Aether sighs with relief as their fingers intertwine.]

Thanks... [He closes his eyes.]

It's... I'm just not used to feeling this much at peace. It's nice.

[ Ah, hearing that almost seems to make Vincent appear content in the way he smiles, now. ]

Good.

[ Gathering Aether against his chest, head head safely beneath his chin, he simply holds the other’s hand while running fingers through his hair, rubbing at his scalp.

A moment passes, allowing them to enjoy their closeness in silence. Peaceful, indeed. ]

I’m pleased that you’ve allowed me to know more about you. You can’t imagine how curious I’ve been. [ A faint chuckle. ]

[He lets the other pull him closer, enjoying the warmth that envelopes him as well as the soft touches against his hair. Aether wraps his arms around Vincent and relaxes into the peaceful moment.

Despite the teasing his companion loves so much, he also seems to always know how to treat Aether in the gentlest of ways.]

...You told me about your past, too. I wanted to repay you with the same, especially that... I really do appreciate you and I really wish to stay by your side.

Mn, I couldn’t see why you would…

[ Vincent’s teasing tone might indicate that is precisely what he’s means — that he teases Aether ruthlessly, and that he can’t see how the other appreciates it; however, he won’t specify. Instead, he merely tilts his cheek to rest atop his partner’s head, instead. ]

Though, it does offer me some joy that you should. I’d treasure you for as long as you’ll have me.

[He lets a soft "hmm" noise.]

You tease me, that's true. [He laughs softly.] But you also look after me when I'm hurt. And... [He pauses.] When we're like this, I feel at peace.

[Does he need more reasons to appreciate Vincent?]

You keep your word. And you tried talking to Gil when I asked you to do it.

[He can see the efforts!]

[ Such Talk about himself will only lead the blond’s brows to knit, but he’ll attempt to play that off with a chuckle! ]

You’d only do the same for me, I think - and more, if today has been any indication.

[ Nuzzling into the softness of the other’s hair, he hums with some content. ]

I do sometimes feel that I could be better around you, however. That much is true.

[He has to laugh a little.]

For a moment there you looked like you don't believe me.

[He nuzzles into Vincent, before pressing a soft kiss to his neck.]

I would do the same, you're right. And I do believe that you can move on from your past. [He smiles.] If you need a guide, then a wandering star may prove useful. [Another soft laugh.] Of course if you can accept that stars aren't perfect either. They get carried by emotions, they make mistakes and they can be selfish in many ways.

[But isn't that also what makes him human?]

[ Beneath Aether’s lips, Vincent breathes a sigh of ease. ]

No, I don’t doubt you, little star. Nor do I believe that those qualities make you any less. [ Absentmindedly, he wraps some of those wispy strands around his fingers. ] Merely multifaceted, and that makes your glimmer all the brighter.

[He presses one more kiss to the other's neck, gliding his lips down to the shoulder.]

That's good. [He smiles against Vincent's skin.]

As long as you see me this way... I don't think I need to change.

[ With a gentle groan, Vincent would trail his fingertips down the back of his partner’s neck then, gently massaging along his spine. ]

I’m pleased to hear it. You ought to be appreciated as you are, I know that I certainly do.

[If he could only pull more of those sounds from the man... But that has to wait. Aether gives a small sigh at the massage, then closes his eyes, relaxing.]

I always feel appreciated by you.

[He definitely does.]

Let's... nap together for a bit, okay? I like sleeping by your side.

[ Smile widening just the slightest, he hums in agreement. It’s some comfort to know that he can offer Aether that much, for he values the other’s company, and believes that he only deserves well. ]

Mm, of course. You must be exhausted.

[ To the suggestion, Vincent allows one arm to settle along the petite man’s shoulders, while their interlocked hands remain tucked securely between their chests. ]

We don’t often enough. Let’s make a habit of it, hm?

[He's feeling the warmth through their connection and smiles as his eyes remain closed.]

I'd like that. You can visit me as much as you like for all the naps. I'll even get a nice, big bed for that.

[He chuckles, then his eyes open for a brief moment to look at his partner and brush a soft kiss to his lips.]

Rest well.

♝ i . c. i n b o x

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