[ He doesn't go far. He does scrub at his brow with his fingers, finally looking a little affected. It's absolutely insane to feel pleased about this. Aventurine is turning him into AN INSANE PERSON.
[ Imagine thinking he'd be satisfied with a measly kiss that lasts about a second. Aventurine grabs Nehan by the front of his now wet hoodie and pulls him in for another kiss. This one starts with an open mouth and the inclusion of tongue.
Ah, this was part of the penalty; he idly thinks about that through his surprise, then as he angles his head just so, parting his lips and breathing a quiet sigh between them as Aventurine starts kissing more deeply, fully. It's already so warm from the water that he doesn't make it much more heated, following the almost lazy pace they usually set.
Then he rolls his eye when they start to overheat and break away, though he can't hide a mote of amusement. He doesn't mind the petty jealousy. It's delusional, but it's like some small part of Aventurine might be his. ]
...I didn't actually kiss her like that. [ No reason to go this far. ]
[ Now this is far more satisfying, and when they break away, Aventurine runs a tongue against his bottom lip as if to savor and indulge in the remnants of their kiss.
Meanwhile, the hand grasping Nehan's hoodie moves to smooth out the wrinkles left on the fabric, slowly drifting along as he runs a finger here and there. ]
I know. I would have found you a lot sooner if you had.
[ Suddenly, the drunken slurring has left his speech, and Aventurine looks a lot more clear-headed, eyes bright and focused as he lazily smiles at Nehan. He is placated and incredibly smug, expression making that all too apparent. ]
[ He is so annoying actually? Nehan levels him a very flat look. ]
I'm going to go kiss the cowboy.
[ It's even harder to digest this knowing that Aventurine is sober, but it's fine. That is a train of thought that can depart the station later.
For now, he uses Aventurine in place of a crutch to balance as he shimmies out of his now drenched and useless hoodie, laying it out on the rocks. He's deeply scarred basically everywhere, but he traces out one of the actual reasons he's stayed covered up and wearing his stole as an actual scarf these days, which is an obvious bite mark. ]
I should've pieced together you were the possessive type anyway.
[ Nice, with the hoodie gone, this means Aventurine can skim his hands over skin instead. His fingers trail after some of the scars mapped across Nehan's body, a gentle touch, and his expression grows a little more playful. ]
Please, as if you haven't been biting me back.
[ Which is why he'd worn a shirt to the party in the first place, but now that it's just the two of them, there's nothing to hide. He grins slyly, then leans back in to lightly scrape his teeth along the underside of Nehan's jaw. ]
[ At the accusation, he outlines a bite he's left just above Aventurine's collarbone with light fingertips and a noncommittal hum. Last week was a mistake.
But then he flicks Aventurine's side, chastising. ]
You've done enough damage.
[ So he says, but he doesn't mind, holding his arm so he can sit along the submerged rocks at the edge of the spring for a soak. ]
Anyway, stop messing around. I want to take advantage of this place while everyone is partied out.
[ Once Nehan sits down, Aventurine takes a seat beside him. Back to basking in the warmth of the pool, and stretches out his legs in front of him. ]
They've got a lot of energy for people who were injured just last week.
[ He sounds pleased about this. The party had been rambunctious and loud, but seeing everyone in high spirits had lifted his own. He looks to the side, back at Nehan, and Aventurine's smile goes from smug to genuinely content. ]
It's been nice.
[ No hospital fires or curses. Only gacha gambling and a hot spring party. Oh, this audience was so young. ]
[ He's an introvert and a killjoy, so he doesn't bother showing up for long at their parties, but he doesn't dislike them. It's nice to see them enjoying themselves, no matter how temporary the reprieve. ]
I'll take it over a dozen injured.
[ Still, there's some unease. He is always waiting for the other shoe to drop. ]
...It's better that they make decent memories while they have the opportunity.
[ WHAT IS THERE TO BITE. He fends him off by shielding his face, but his mouth wobbles a little in amusement despite himself. He'll blame it on the heat. ]
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He scoffs out, ]
Don't just say 'of course'...
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His expression softens, a small smile reappearing in place of his earlier frown. He leans forward again, chasing after Nehan. ]
Would you rather I lie to you?
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You're only honest when it suits you anyway.
[ He sounds faintly exasperated, but he does meet him with a quick kiss. God. He's not even drunk. Life is a nightmare. ]
There. Now you're my most recent kiss again. [ This is said sarcastically but there's not much bite when he's indulging Aventurine anyway. ]
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You're forgetting something.
[ Imagine thinking he'd be satisfied with a measly kiss that lasts about a second. Aventurine grabs Nehan by the front of his now wet hoodie and pulls him in for another kiss. This one starts with an open mouth and the inclusion of tongue.
That was a condition of the penalty!! ]
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Ah, this was part of the penalty; he idly thinks about that through his surprise, then as he angles his head just so, parting his lips and breathing a quiet sigh between them as Aventurine starts kissing more deeply, fully. It's already so warm from the water that he doesn't make it much more heated, following the almost lazy pace they usually set.
Then he rolls his eye when they start to overheat and break away, though he can't hide a mote of amusement. He doesn't mind the petty jealousy. It's delusional, but it's like some small part of Aventurine might be his. ]
...I didn't actually kiss her like that. [ No reason to go this far. ]
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Meanwhile, the hand grasping Nehan's hoodie moves to smooth out the wrinkles left on the fabric, slowly drifting along as he runs a finger here and there. ]
I know. I would have found you a lot sooner if you had.
[ Suddenly, the drunken slurring has left his speech, and Aventurine looks a lot more clear-headed, eyes bright and focused as he lazily smiles at Nehan. He is placated and incredibly smug, expression making that all too apparent. ]
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I'm going to go kiss the cowboy.
[ It's even harder to digest this knowing that Aventurine is sober, but it's fine. That is a train of thought that can depart the station later.
For now, he uses Aventurine in place of a crutch to balance as he shimmies out of his now drenched and useless hoodie, laying it out on the rocks. He's deeply scarred basically everywhere, but he traces out one of the actual reasons he's stayed covered up and wearing his stole as an actual scarf these days, which is an obvious bite mark. ]
I should've pieced together you were the possessive type anyway.
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Please, as if you haven't been biting me back.
[ Which is why he'd worn a shirt to the party in the first place, but now that it's just the two of them, there's nothing to hide. He grins slyly, then leans back in to lightly scrape his teeth along the underside of Nehan's jaw. ]
I should have placed it somewhere more visible.
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But then he flicks Aventurine's side, chastising. ]
You've done enough damage.
[ So he says, but he doesn't mind, holding his arm so he can sit along the submerged rocks at the edge of the spring for a soak. ]
Anyway, stop messing around. I want to take advantage of this place while everyone is partied out.
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They've got a lot of energy for people who were injured just last week.
[ He sounds pleased about this. The party had been rambunctious and loud, but seeing everyone in high spirits had lifted his own. He looks to the side, back at Nehan, and Aventurine's smile goes from smug to genuinely content. ]
It's been nice.
[ No hospital fires or curses. Only gacha gambling and a hot spring party. Oh, this audience was so young. ]
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I'll take it over a dozen injured.
[ Still, there's some unease. He is always waiting for the other shoe to drop. ]
...It's better that they make decent memories while they have the opportunity.
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[ NEHAN PLEASE... It's a good thing Aventurine knows just what to do to make things fine.
He bites Nehan's shoulder. Bite week is over, but he will not be playing by those rules. ]
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You're getting too comfortable.
[ He dips in and bites his ear out of spite. ]
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[ Laughs and aims to bite Nehan's cheek while he's in range.
even tho there's not really much there to bite tch ]
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—Defending myself.
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Not against me.
[ Okay, hand is fine too. Aventurine grabs it to bite fingers instead. ]
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He collects himself and wrinkles his nose a tiny bit, shaking Aventurine off. ]
For someone who loves to nag me to rest, you certainly like badgering me more than anyone else.
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Tell me that you hate it, then.