domesticity

[duke_of_illusions]

Al had stayed over last night... and hasn't quite left this morning, either. The day is stretching on, and Barma is still beautifully comfortable, now immersed in a book, as his fingers trail through Al's hair.

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[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"I'm proud of you."

Firm.

[al_truism]

Al flushes, and smiles, reaching out to cuddle close.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"But this time- just the self-care I described, all right?"

[al_truism]

"Of course."

He grins.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"I think I'm going to enjoy this."

He predicts, firmly.

[al_truism]

"I'm going to make sure you do."

Al grins, kissing his jaw. He's getting a bit bolder.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

It makes him smile, responding, pulling him in close.

"I thought about you."

[al_truism]

Al gladly presses against him, warm and calm.

"What did you think about?"

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"About you, having that shower. Watching that ink."

[al_truism]

"Did you do it too?" he whispers in his ear.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"I did. Under the water, so I could pretend you were there with me."

[al_truism]

"Was it good?"

Al nibbles on his ear softly.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"It brought me to my knees."

He confesses, low and soft.

[al_truism]

"You are very good for my ego," he whispers, nuzzling him. He's flushing darkly.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"And you are very good for me."

Kissing him, softly.

"But I should send you home, before I drag you in again. I want you bright eyed for tomorrow, after all."

[al_truism]

Al hums, leaning into it.

"All right. You sleep well too."

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"I will."

He promises.

"Go. Don't worry."

[al_truism]

Al leans in for a warm kiss, and then does. He'll be back.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

Barma lies back to read, rest, and wait.

[al_truism]

Al takes the time mostly alone. He could wander the hallways, but that would put him at risk for the Hotel's whims.

After a long hot bath and a good breakfast, he deems it safe to head back over to Rufus.

He debates on bringing a tea tray- but does to be safe. He has it with him when he knocks.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

Barma opens the door and smiles at him.

"How are you feeling?"

[al_truism]

"I'm doing well. And you?"

He steps inside, searching for a place to set the tray down.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

"Quite well. Shall we have this now, or save it for aftercare?"

[al_truism]

"Whatever you like."

Al smiles and leans back against the desk, watching him. So unassuming.

[info-barma.livejournal.com]

Barma smiles and shuts the door.

"I'm quite eager to begin."