[Elliot too is in no rush. Considering becoming a real couple wasn't something Elliot truly anticipated happening....yeah, he's more than happy to go slow with this.
For now, he keeps close to Rean as he weaves his fingers with Rean's. A proper handholding]
Me too. It's a little funny to realize both of us felt the same way but didn't act for so long. But...considering how anxious both of us can get, I guess it's to be expected.
[Rean, too. And on top of that... well, he's a hopeless romantic, when it comes down to it. He wants to take things slowly, relish in every step of the relationship.
And he is going to relish in it. There is absolutely no stopping the sap now.
Rest in pieces, Elliot.]
Haha... yeah. [Rean squeezes his hand a little.] I mean... you know how I am. I just... always figured there had to be someone else. Someone better.
And, well. You get it, right? Who wants to act on something they think is going to hurt?
Yeah, I do. You really are my best friend, so I didn't want to risk hurting that. And....with how many people like you, I figured there had to be someone else that was better.
[Oh sweet Aidios. there was part of Elliot that had suspected Rean was playing dumb amongst all the confessions and obvious pining but....
No. Turns out he really is that stupid]
Y-Yeah....
Which hey, if there is someone else you want to be with...I-I don't mind sharing! Just so you know.
[He believes Rean was being sincere when expressing his love, so he won't offer to give up their relationship entirely. But you know, with how many people matter to him, he wouldn't be surprised if there's someone else he loves. ]
[He really is this blind to other people's affections. There's a reason it took literal divine intervention to get here.]
...Haha. You... really don't have to worry about that right now.
[The only other person he can think of... well, that's not really in the cards, so to speak.]
If things ever change, I'll be sure to tell you. And... I'll extend that offer to you, as well.
Just. Be open with me. I don't need you to love me above all else or anything like that, I'm happy just knowing you love me at all. But I at least want to know what's going on, and of course I'll do the same for you.
[Honesty and communication are important, right? That's always how things have been between them, so why should that change now that there's new elements to their relationship?]
[Yeah it...doesn't take a genius to piece together the person Rean could possibly be thinking of. He could say something, but that'd probably be a mood killer. And it could wait- it's not like Crow is going to pop up tomorrow.]
Of course! You'd be the first to know. And it's not exactly like I have anyone lined up either, you know.
[Gaius is in love with Jesus, Crow's his own flavor of oblivious, Jusis's got enough on his plate and Machias is...well, Machias. So that rules everyone else out!]
Right now, just knowing I get to be by your side... that's enough for me.
Elliot's words bring a smile back to Rean's face, though. Not that he's ever going to stop grieving a certain loss, but he's happy to focus on what he has in front of him right now.]
I'm happy to hear it. And I feel the same way.
[Rean pulls back a little from the way they've been pressed together, just to lean back in and press a soft kiss to Elliot's forehead.
...It feels like a pretty natural progression from the good old headpat.]
Think we ought to head back? As beautiful as the view is, [He says, staring straight at Elliot and making no effort to look at Liyue whatsoever,] it's getting pretty late.
[Talk about an evolution to the headpat. The forehead kiss catches him by surprise, but he makes a small little happy noise and is clearly smiling with joy, so looks like he likes it.
Though really, he's just riding on pure joy right now in general. The guy of his dreams returned his love, after all. ]
Haha, yeah...we probably should. [He'd forgotten the view too, too focused on Rean] Maybe we can get some takeout? Get some of the noodles you really like.
[Elliot will give a soft laugh before he stands on his tiptoes to give Rean a peck on the cheek. He'd love to kiss his forehead like Rean did to him, but you know, he's short.]
Hehe, good call~
[Considering all the cringey mushy petnames his dad comes up with, Elliot has no doubt he could figure out one- even if it'd hurt himself to do so]
[The cheek kiss is still nice. A bit of a strange sensation— while it's not the first time with this, it's definitely the first time it's been something wanted.
He could definitely get used to this. Mushy pet names, though? Nope. No thank you.]
I know when to cut at least some of my losses.
[He'll squeeze Elliot's hand.]
But really, I don't know if I could ever get used to pet names, mushy or not. Either giving one to you or getting one...
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For now, he keeps close to Rean as he weaves his fingers with Rean's. A proper handholding]
Me too. It's a little funny to realize both of us felt the same way but didn't act for so long. But...considering how anxious both of us can get, I guess it's to be expected.
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And he is going to relish in it. There is absolutely no stopping the sap now.
Rest in pieces, Elliot.]
Haha... yeah. [Rean squeezes his hand a little.] I mean... you know how I am. I just... always figured there had to be someone else. Someone better.
And, well. You get it, right? Who wants to act on something they think is going to hurt?
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He gives a small chuckle]
Yeah, I do. You really are my best friend, so I didn't want to risk hurting that. And....with how many people like you, I figured there had to be someone else that was better.
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People like me?
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Yes, Rean. Lots of people like you.
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...Huh.
[This has genuinely never occurred to him. By the utterly blank stare on his face, it is still not occurring to him.
Apologies to everyone who loves this man, for he is, ah. Not bright. Not in the slightest.]
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No. Turns out he really is that stupid]
Y-Yeah....
Which hey, if there is someone else you want to be with...I-I don't mind sharing! Just so you know.
[He believes Rean was being sincere when expressing his love, so he won't offer to give up their relationship entirely. But you know, with how many people matter to him, he wouldn't be surprised if there's someone else he loves. ]
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...Haha. You... really don't have to worry about that right now.
[The only other person he can think of... well, that's not really in the cards, so to speak.]
If things ever change, I'll be sure to tell you. And... I'll extend that offer to you, as well.
Just. Be open with me. I don't need you to love me above all else or anything like that, I'm happy just knowing you love me at all. But I at least want to know what's going on, and of course I'll do the same for you.
[Honesty and communication are important, right? That's always how things have been between them, so why should that change now that there's new elements to their relationship?]
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Of course! You'd be the first to know. And it's not exactly like I have anyone lined up either, you know.
[Gaius is in love with Jesus, Crow's his own flavor of oblivious, Jusis's got enough on his plate and Machias is...well, Machias. So that rules everyone else out!]
Right now, just knowing I get to be by your side... that's enough for me.
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Elliot's words bring a smile back to Rean's face, though. Not that he's ever going to stop grieving a certain loss, but he's happy to focus on what he has in front of him right now.]
I'm happy to hear it. And I feel the same way.
[Rean pulls back a little from the way they've been pressed together, just to lean back in and press a soft kiss to Elliot's forehead.
...It feels like a pretty natural progression from the good old headpat.]
Think we ought to head back? As beautiful as the view is, [He says, staring straight at Elliot and making no effort to look at Liyue whatsoever,] it's getting pretty late.
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Though really, he's just riding on pure joy right now in general. The guy of his dreams returned his love, after all. ]
Haha, yeah...we probably should. [He'd forgotten the view too, too focused on Rean] Maybe we can get some takeout? Get some of the noodles you really like.
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The suggestion brings a grin to his face, alongside a delighted little laugh.]
This is already the best night ever, you know. You don't have to try any harder.
That said, I'd love that.
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Of course I do! You know me, I always gotta try to do the absolute best I can.
[A perfectionist, through and through! Whether it be writing music, cooking, or making his boyfriend happy]
Besides, you're really cute when you're excited about something.
[It's nice, being able to voice that thought]
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A-am not...
[He's not actually going to stop Elliot from saying things like that in the future, it's just. Wow, he's not used to this.]
C-c'mon. Let's get going. Now that you've brought that up, my stomach's already starting to get antsy.
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Are too. You're not the only one who gets to say sappy things.
[Just be glad he's nowhere near as sappy as his father. He'll stand up now, offering his hand once more]
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I mean, that last part's fair, but still...!
[Whiiiine. But whatever, he'll gladly take Elliot's hand.]
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Keep protesting and I'll think up a mushy pet name.
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My lips are sealed...
[If Elliot does that, they may have to call in Forneus again, because Rean may actually just expire on the spot.]
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Hehe, good call~
[Considering all the cringey mushy petnames his dad comes up with, Elliot has no doubt he could figure out one- even if it'd hurt himself to do so]
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He could definitely get used to this. Mushy pet names, though? Nope. No thank you.]
I know when to cut at least some of my losses.
[He'll squeeze Elliot's hand.]
But really, I don't know if I could ever get used to pet names, mushy or not. Either giving one to you or getting one...