faerie tale au

[aetherialslumber]

[ These days with nothing happening were the best - the days where it almost felt everything was okay. What, with the fact that the two of them - Thancred and Urianger - had been having odd dreams. Dreams of some Scion stuff - being heroes, aids to some adventurer.

But that couldn't be right, could it? Neither of them knew of Eorzea. No, Urianger was the soft prince of the faerie realm, and Thancred was his soft knight - and consort. (He was wed to Moenbryda, the faerie queen, the queen of the moon.) Still, those dreams were soft.

And today, Urianger had called Thancred away from training. Waiting for him, ready to kiss him all over. (He knew Thancred would likely miss some time with the traveling bard Lahabrea [the Speaker, from some far-away land or another], but there would always be another time.) Besides, Urianger wanted to cuddle those scales of his dear mermaid knight, who turned to a man on land. ]

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[aetherialslumber]

[ They had time to love. They had time to cherish. And he leaned into the other, kissing him deeply. ]

Of course not. Waiting for you takes no time at all, Thancred.

[wordsinthesoul]

[Oh. He makes a happy sound, leaning into Uraigner, putting his hands on the other man's sides as he returns the kiss.]

Good. For I'd rather spend all that time with you. Are you comfortable?

[aetherialslumber]

[ His hands wandered, of course, to the others' arms. To his scales, to signs he was not the Hyur he looked like. ]

Of course, Thancred. But what of you - should we return to one of the pools or lakes?

[wordsinthesoul]

[Thancred leans into him, making a pleased sound- greedy for every moment Urianger’s hands can be on him.]

I’m comfortable wherever you are. Oh- but what if we were to cuddle in the shallows? Perhaps we might venture out- and I would be holding you, of course.

[aetherialslumber]

The shadows...?

[ His lips curled into a warm smile. ] We could watch people as they go by, as well. I'd love it.

[wordsinthesoul]

Perhaps we might tease them a little. [He places a kiss on Urianger's hair and rises, putting his hand on Urianger's.]. Shall we?

[aetherialslumber]

[ A soft headbutt, and Urianger moved behind Thancred. To be led, and to check the other out. ] We shall. By your leave, Thancred...?

[wordsinthesoul]

Freely given. [He squeezes Urianger, leading them towards a nicely shaded tree- in good view of a path, to watch people.]. Mm- what about this?

[aetherialslumber]

[ Urianger moves... and then collapses playfully, relaxed in his exaggerated movements. ] Perfect. Just like you~

[wordsinthesoul]

Oh? I think surely that title must belong to another, here~. [He laughs, flopping down alongside Urianger- before raising himself enough to lean in to kiss Urianger again.]

[aetherialslumber]

[ As he's kissed, Urianger laughs a little. ] Oh, Thancred. You know I'm not perfect. Else the people would not need to ask of my magic, would they?

[ His magic, which sustained the kingdom. His magic, which aided in keeping others happy and healthy. He was connected to the land, and the land was connected to him. ]

[wordsinthesoul]

Mm…. They trust you to help them. In any case, I think you're wonderful.

[Being able to support all of the land, the people… it's impressive. He kisses Urianger, nosing into his neck, hands stroking down his sides. Wanting to love all of Urianger- to assist him.]

[aetherialslumber]

[ Purring, Urianger leaned into the touch. Letting out soft little sounds, smiling warmly. ] I can support you as well. And in turn... you support me. They all support me.

Perhaps someday we'll tell them of the dreams.

[wordsinthesoul]

[He lets out a happy sound at that, nuzzling into Urianger.]. Of course. We all love you- well. I might be greedy enough not to wish to share a sight like this. [Unless Urianger wishes it, of course. He touches Urianger's face lightly, with a soft sound.]

…perhaps so. They're certainly odd… perhaps some of the others will know what to make of them.

[aetherialslumber]

[ A playful little smile. ] You're allowed to be greedy, Thancred.

[ But he grew a little serious, giving the other some soft kisses. ] I actually asked Y'shtola about them... she said they may be visions. But of what? I don't know.

[wordsinthesoul]

Then I will. Thank you, Urianger.

[He returns the kisses, nuzzling softly against Urianger, listening.]. …of another life, perhaps. Where we are, perhaps… among the first to fight.

[aetherialslumber]

If I might confess something, Thancred? I like the idea of fighting. Of aiding in that way.

[wordsinthesoul]

To be out there, actively protecting those we love? I feel much the same way. And… I would like to be there with you- to be your shield.

[aetherialslumber]

To protect me, no matter what... well, I'd not want you hurting too much, Thancred.

[wordsinthesoul]

I know, and I appreciate it. Would you protect me as well, then? [He nuzzles into Urianger, reaching up to cup his cheek.]

[aetherialslumber]

[ Gently, Urianger leaned onto the other - beginning to trace and create flowers on the other. ] Of course. I would protect you, and you would protect me. Why would things need to change?

Oh, I love you.

[wordsinthesoul]

[He makes a soft sound, reaching out to put an arm around Urianger as he considers the flowers. He touches one gently- could he take it and put it on Urianger?]. We both wish to see each other safe- so they would not.

I love you, too. [He presses a gentle kiss to Urianger's forehead.]. Whenever you need me- or want me- I'll be here.