10 // Voice

[sole_choice]

*Calling right after he finished his text to Magnus and his errand there. Early evening-ish.*

[Voice call placed to Byakuran privately]

Byakuran-san, sorry I didn't make it over to the shop today. I had some things to think about and take care of. You should be back home by now, right? I'm on my way there now. I wanted to talk to you about something...

*He was doing his best to not sound as nervous as he felt, but probably wasn't doing that great of a job. God, he felt so sick...*

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[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

I know. I was just being a big bad man.

... don't worry. I'm not going to scare you like that again.

*Reached out, gently placing his hand on Shouichi's thigh, rubbing faintly.* I promise.

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

. . . I wasn't scared so much actually.

Just annoyed, I guess. Or nervous. Or both.

*And now that he'd said what he had he can't really fault Byakuran for the gentle touching now, trying to be comforting. So he let him for now, even if it felt strange to do so...*

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

*Finished up his tea and set his cup aside. Then, he shifted so he was lying back against the arm of the couch and he reached out to gently pull Shouichi close, so he was resting back against his chest, between his legs.*

Here. Just relax... if it gets too uncomfortable for you, just tell me, okay?

I really don't want to intimidate you..

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

Mm, I'll tell you.

*Though the words and sentiment there was nice, Shouichi didn't really buy that.

Byakuran would always do things to intimidate others, himself included, it was just how he was. But maybe he wouldn't on this level at least... He'd have to see about that, he guessed.

He gulped softly and laid back, trying to relax and settle into a comfortable position. It... actually wasn't too bad. Kind of nice even. He slowly leaned his head back against Byakuran's shoulder and sighed a little*

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

Did you want to go ahead and find a movie to watch, then?

We should just get into our pajamas early, close all the blinds and cuddle up here on the couch. Watch. Eat a ridiculous amount of popcorn and treats. Soda. Maybe wine later on...

It sounds nice.

*His voice was soft, head resting on the back of the couch, closing his eyes. It was nice to be so warm, so close to Shouichi. He pulled him just a bit closer and held him around the waist.*

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

Yeah, sure. Sounds fun and easy.

*After the last few weeks it would be nice to relax a little and this was... actually doing the trick. He was surprised.*

That does mean going out to rent something though.

*Not that he wasn't certain he could just hack into something and download a movie, but he wasn't going to offer that as an option knowing Byakuran would leap on it*

And probably buy popcorn since I don't think we have any.

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

Mm, that's true...

Well. I don't mind going out and getting them both. If you pick a genre I can find a good movie. Do you want any snacks besides popcorn?

*Nuzzled gently into his hair, resting his cheek on his head, content.*

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

Genre... Mm... A sci-fi? Like one of those ones so awful they're actually comedies?

And fruit gummies sound good.

*He shifted around a little to look back to the other man* You sure you don't want me to come?

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

You can come if you want. You don't have to though, I can take care of it myself. You feel a little tense, anyway..

*Gently, he rubbed his sides.* Maybe take a bath while I'm gone? Relax. I can make you another cup of tea before I go.

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

*Shouichi jumped and pulled away a little as his side were rubbed, feeling ticklish and jumpy from the contact* I... I think I will stay here. Don't need the tea though. I'd rather not attend to another wound tonight if it can be avoided.

... I'm also making the popcorn by the way.

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

Thank you for the vote of confidence. I see where you stand.

*Laughing, he scooted back and ruffled Shouichi's hair as he got up.*

Popcorn, awesomely bad sci-fi and fruit gummies. That's all?

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

Heh, as long as we're clear. *Grinned at him slightly*

Yeah, that's all I need. We have soda and wine here.

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

Okay. I'll be back soon, then.

*Leaned in, briefly rubbing his nose against Shouichi's before he hopped back up and wandered off to slip his shoes on and take off.*

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

*The red-head's breath caught in his throat as the other man leaned in, but he pulled away after doing something that disgustingly cutesy of course and headed for the door. He bit back a sigh (why he even wanted to, he wasn't sure) and called after him.*

I'll probably shower or take a bath like you suggested. See you then.

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

See you!

*He replied cheerfully and waved on his way out the door. Sauntering off, he grinned to himself, thinking about scifi movies... and how he knew absolutely nothing about them.*

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

*Shouichi sat on the couch a few moments longer, just breathing and replaying the last hour or so. He sighed, figured he'd made his choice and there was no going back now, stretched and headed to the bathroom to shower.

Given how relieved he was that was all over with (even if that meant new things to worry about), he was worried that maybe he'd just perhaps fall asleep in the bath...*

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

*Byakuran returned about forty minutes later, treats and movie in-hand. He set the bag down on the coffee table and looked around, poking his head into the hallway.*

Shou-chan?

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

*Shouichi had almost fallen asleep even in the shower, but had slipped, hit his knee and woken back up. So while his hair was still rather damp, he was clean and awake.

When he heard Byakuran call out, he slipped out of his room and padded down the hall in his pajamas (long shorts and a loose t-shirt, what else?) to greet him* Hey.

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

Hey, yourself.

*Wandered over and gave him a lazy half-hug with one arm.* I'm going to go change. Snacks and movie are on the table, 'kay?

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

M-Mm. Alright, I'll go start the popcorn.

*Shouichi gave him a quiet smile and headed down the way Byakuran came to do just that.*

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

Thanks!

*Off he went, soon returning in (what else?) a white t-shirt and long while cotton pants.*

Can I help with anything? I hope the movie's okay, I wasn't really sure what to get.

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

You can get the movie set up? And it looked fine. Never heard of it before anyway.

*He poked his head out of the kitchen, staying as close to the microwave as he could, listening for the pops*

Hey, did you want two bags or do you think just one will be okay?

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

Ahh... just one should be fine, I think!

*He made his way in to the livingroom, crouching and poking around at everything, getting the movie set up. He hummed softly to himself and disappeared just long enough to get his blanket and a pillow, tossing them on the couch.*

[sole-choice.livejournal.com]

Got it.

*Shouichi ducked back out of sight and caught the popcorn just as it was starting to wind down for popping. He'd managed to pop most of it without burning any and was pretty pleased. He dumped it into a large bowl and headed back out with a soda in the other hand.*

What did you want to drink first? I'll go grab it.

[1000marshmellos.livejournal.com]

Ahh... soda too, for now.

*Flashed Shouichi a smile and settled down on the couch, leaning against his pillow.*