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[aetherialslumber]

[ Urianger hadn't noticed it grow so late in their home in the Empty - on a day the Exarch was visiting, at that. He was not like the Tower, but he could share energy. But the sun was setting... and Urianger began with quite a strong question. ]

...might I call you Raha?

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[aetherialslumber]

...not only a part of it. [ he whispered, words coming out before he could consider them. ] I cannot see a life without thee.

[heartforthefuture]

You- you do? Urianger…. [He flushes, smiling, and reaches out to cup Urianger's face.]. I would like that. Perhaps- we should set something up. To see each other as often as we wished.

[aetherialslumber]

...I would like that. Linkpearl is one thing, but you can spy on me as well... and I've not finished setting up Aetheryte contact here.

[ Though he wished to, as he relaxed. ]

[heartforthefuture]

With your permission. [He nods, cuddling into Urianger again.]. It's not quite the same as being here…. But I know that will take time. In the meantime… we are together.

[aetherialslumber]

I... enjoy the feeling of being watched. [ Said a little embarrassed. ] --I've an idea. When things calm, we could build some form of path 'tween our settlements, for easy travel. We could carve a way though the Flood...

...ah. Perhaps I'm beginning to become a little too ambitious.

[heartforthefuture]

Oh…? Oh.. [He flushes a little, and smiles, reaching out to pat Urianger's arm.]. Would you like me to tell you? Or would you prefer to realise?

I hadn't thought that far yet- but I very much like the idea. [He laughs a little, lightly.]. Perhaps- but if we dream high, we will reach high- and surely grasp it in time.

[aetherialslumber]

I would prefer to realise - it also helps me sharpen my magic. [ But as he relaxed, he then began to move. Half-gesturing towards his bedroom. ]

I feel as if this tree is to grow larger. To tower over, and eventually people will begin to build homes nearby. That is, if I let them.

[heartforthefuture]

Very well. [He flushes a little more deeply, but- it sends a thrill down his spine, too. He gives Urianger a nod, beginning to move towards the bedroom.]. Would you let me know? Or- watch me, perhaps, as I watched you…

[He nods.]. I'm quite sure of that- it will be magnificent, a testament to life. Somewhere people might seek out, though I'll admit…. the thought of having somewhere secluded and quiet, all your own, sounds most appealing.

[aetherialslumber]

[ A little smirk. ] Now... why would I tell you those plans?

I cannot imagine it will be a swift process - people moving out into the former Empty, that is. Until then... the quiet remains.

[heartforthefuture]

Ah…. [He gulps, but draws closer, tail winding around Urianger.] So it shall be a surprise, then.

No… it will take some time before they want to, as well… Until then… well. Should we make the most of it?

[aetherialslumber]

[ They arrived in his bedroom, a room mixed with nature, actually a hollow inside the tree. ] For both of us~ Though, if you need time alone, simply ask - and I shall gift thee that.

...and we shall. A kindness to us both, my... dear Raha.

[heartforthefuture]

[A different environment from his usual. It finds the Exarch relaxing a little, ears settling.]. I will. Thank you.

Good. You deserve such kindnesses. [He puts a hand on Urianger's arm, turning to look up at him.]. Where shall we start?

[aetherialslumber]

[ Even soft birdsong seemed to chirp out, as Urianger laid with the Exarch. ]

I've... some ideas of where to start. But what of you?

[heartforthefuture]

[He settles, blinking slowly at Urianger, and reaches out to him.]

I… well, I would very much like to kiss you. And then… touch you.

[aetherialslumber]

...How much did you learn of my future, Raha? [ He's suddenly a little quiet. He... well, he didn't want to surprise him if he stripped down. ]

[heartforthefuture]

…I did not wish to pry overmuch. But… I suppose I found a little more than I needed, of… personal matters. Is it… more than you wish, at this moment?

[aetherialslumber]

...You know I can shift my form. If thee are okay with such, I would like to remain... as history may hath recorded me. [ His lips curve into a smirk. ] I suppose 'twas one reason not to fully believe the books, hm?

[heartforthefuture]

I am- ah, perhaps not this time, but would you allow me to watch your process at some point? I… 'tis overly curious of me, I know, but- only if you are willing, of course. As for this time- of course. [He smiles back, brushing his fingers over Urianger's skin.] Indeed. They are an important resource, of course, but- not impervious to bias.

[aetherialslumber]

...I shall show you sometime, yes. [ His lips turned into more of a smirk, blushing deeply. They were going so fast, but he didn't mind... ah. He just had an idea, but he'll keep it to himself. ]
Is that not why people like us should stand? To remove the bias - or... at least, carry our own?

[heartforthefuture]

My thanks. [He cuddles a little closer- flushing again. Ah- it's exciting, and he can't help but want…. This closeness is plenty, though, as he reaches out to put an arm around Urianger.]

To present our own viewpoint, and the evidence for it…. Yes. For the sake of a better future for all.

[aetherialslumber]

[ Urianger shifted away a little... moving to begin to derobe the other, hesitating as he felt crystal under the robe. ]

'tween our differing viewpoints, the truth shall remain. Ah, and the Maiden as well.

[heartforthefuture]

...ah. It does go down further, but- I assure you that it won’t be any hindrance. [He offers Urianger a smile, hands moving to help.]

So it shall. What are you thinking, Urianger?

[aetherialslumber]

I'd never thought it would be that far down... but I suppose it is claiming your body. [ whispered, as he begins to kiss down his torso. ]

...Three immortal, watching over a world no longer theirs. Does it not remind thee of the Unsundered?

[heartforthefuture]

Ah… yes. But it was necessary, and… while I worry about where it may end, I do not regret it. [He makes a soft sound, reaching out to touch Urianger's head, stroking his hair.]

Now that you mention it… it does, don't it. I hope… we might see a different path, though.

[aetherialslumber]

If it goes too far... I hath taken in the power of the Gran Grimoire. [ --the forbidden book. But he seems so calm, shuddering happily. ]

Unlike them, we do not seek to restore what was...