[ Another laugh escapes him at that, perhaps even with more amusement than before, and— ]
Are you? Sorry, sorry. I just hate not living up to my reputation as a risk-taker. I'll fix that up right away!
[ Unable to hold himself back anymore, he decides to make it a two-fer—after all, shouldn't a proper apology be given by actions? Hands move to rest gently atop Wei Wuxian's shoulders, and he moves to press a chaste kiss against the other male's cheek—perhaps as a diversionary tactic—and then one firmly against his lips, not as chaste, but undeniably somehow also impossibly gentle. Yet, all the same definitely experienced, and no less affectionate all the same.
Having any regrets about calling his bluff now, WWX? ]
internalized homophobia/biphobia cw sorry to hit you with this lum
Is it a regret if he's so shocked that he doesn't know what to do? The kiss on his cheek is already scandalous enough, but when those warm lips brush against his own, Wei Wuxian lets out a soft gasp of surprise, his lips parting without meaning to.
He should push Merlin away, and Wei Wuxian gets far enough to grab onto his shirt, but he can't bring himself to complete the movement. The rejection he expected to pulse through his body simply isn't there and it's unexpected. Perhaps if he had feelings beyond friendship for Merlin he could excuse this in some way, explain why he doesn't hate this, but he can't. The kiss is pleasant and warm in the same way his first kiss was, and Wei Wuxian can't wrap his head around liking both in equal amounts.
Merlin has no idea what he's done to Wei Wuxian, even as he tugs hard on Merlin's shirt. ]
No problem at all :> mild apology for Merlin being...himself
[ Wei Wuxian's lips parting are like an open invitation to him, and this touch conjures a desire within him to explore even more. Restraint is something Merlin has little of, after all.
Merlin can even imagine how it might look, if they had the opportunity to extend this sort of playing around. As a half-incubus, the evident surprise is delectable, like the gentle sensation of the other man's lips against his own. Coupled with what kind of emotions result from the unsubtle, accidental indication that Wei Wuxian gives as a result of holding on tight.
For that, he briefly even deepens the kiss, easy enough with the other's lips parted and then pulls back, an immodest flush to his cheeks. His hands in the meanwhile have moved from the man's shoulders, to rest innocently against his back. ]
Mm, that was as wonderful as I had anticipated it would be...
But, are you satisfied, Wei Wuxian?
[ He doesn't ask anything about the bluff, knowing the results speak for themselves. Merlin can hope that the other still will enjoy it even when the surprise wears off.
However, the best part honestly is that he has truly no idea of what he has wrought here. ]
[ Arms looped around his back feels so much more personal than before, and he stares down at Merlin, completely bewildered. His own cheeks are flushed a light pink—an incredibly unusual look on someone like Wei Wuxian—and he just barely resists the temptation to touch his lips as they still tingle from the kiss. ]
I...
[ He genuinely doesn't know, because navigating a situation like this with another man has knocked him off kilter... but it's not like he'd know how to respond with a woman either, thanks to his inexperienced. ]
How can I quantify that, exactly?
[ It's impossible to know whether or not he even could be when his mind is racing the way it is. ]
[ What makes it even worse is that Merlin hasn't drawn back that far either. Alas, the other man will just have to suffer him in close proximity for a bit longer. He might even briefly wrap a string of that long hair around a finger before letting it go.
But, oh no...those flushed cheeks look so cute? He just wants to kiss each of them right now! Yet, Wei Wuxian's response is even more interesting.
Despite the fact the man stated he has been kissed before, Merlin thinks that perhaps the other male had yet to discover and properly explore the joy behind such things, instead of just moving beyond it, or his previous kiss was just not as exciting. ]
Oh, that's simple! There are ways. If you feel like you have had enough, then you're satisfied. Though if you feel excited about it, elated that it happened, or enticed by the idea of having even more, then you might not be satisfied just yet. But, at the least you still enjoyed it.
And you might enjoy even more of it. Does that help?
[ It does, in a sense. For someone like Wei Wuxian, satisfaction from kissing or things beyond that has never been at the forefront of his mind. Never having the time is a reason, sure, but he’s also simply wired that way. If his heart isn’t fully in it, he simply doesn’t think about it.
And his heart isn’t now, but it’s certainly disturbed in the way only a major revelation can make it, which is why he can’t bring himself to pull away. ]
I think so.
[ He searches Merlin’s face, wondering if initiating the kiss himself might make a difference. So, he leans in and captures Merlin’s lips with his own. There’s a level of affection there, inasmuch as he feels affection for Merlin as a friend, but there’s curiosity behind the kiss too, as he tries to figure out what the hell is going on inside his mind. ]
[ Ah, but Wei Wuxian is more intrepid in pursuing the meaning of such interest in these matters than he thought, a soft noise is escaping him, almost certainly a gentle and surprised small laugh, but undeniably a pleasant one.
Merlin can feel those emotions when engaged in such a personal intimate moment with another, so enticing, so engaging. More personal than not, even mixed with such curiosity, he wants to chase it even more.
He wants more...so much more. An idle thought is that surely, he is helping Wei Wuxian in this as well. Isn't he such a kind friend? Isn't he a good influence? Isn't he a wonderful guide, to help someone explore what it feels when seeking these things?
Merlin's fingers curl tightly against the fabric of the other male's clothing, where they rest against his back, drawing himself even impossibly closer as he returns the kiss given to him much more hungrily than before, and even gently nibbling on the other's lower lip, to see if he can get the other's to part again. ]
[ The kiss is just as pleasant, and it confirms something that both terrifies and clarifies what he’s always sort of known about himself but has been too afraid to acknowledge. Being attracted to women has always come easily to him, and maybe it’s always been the same for men too… he just never wanted to allow those thoughts to grow in his head and take root.
There’s no turning back on that now, though, as he parts his lips with a soft gasp. This is reminiscent of his first kiss too, the hunger behind is just as noticeable as it is now. It causes his nerves to flare up a bit, because he knows well that he doesn’t want it to go beyond just a kiss like this, even if he’s well aware Merlin won’t take it personally when Wei Wuxian will decide to cut things short sooner rather than later.
Reflective of his thoughts, his fingers tighten their grip on Merlin’s clothes. ]
Or perhaps those are the words which so happens to be running through the other man's head right about now. Merlin is, while not having been so fortunate to be Wei Wuxian's kiss, simply happy to take enjoyment in this moment; perhaps for somewhat selfish reasons. But, though he is no saint, and would not shy away from such an opportunity, as is evident now when he slips his tongue pass those parted lips once more, he's not so inhuman to be blind to the aspect of what kind of emotions result from being 'new' to partaking in such enjoyment. But, that is not truly and simply the result of being observant.
And so, even though Merlin ensures this kiss lasts longer than the other ones they have shared, he manages to pull himself back, licking his lips. He has no regrets whatsoever. ]
[ Then, you know, since a certain little animal had been there all this time, Fou leaps up and kicks Merlin on the other side of his face with small feeties, shouting, "Stupid Merlin!"
It doesn't hurt him at all, even if now Merlin has comically ridiculous tiny feet marks on both sides of his face now.
Welp, there goes the mood. And why only did he get kicked? So rude, even as the small animal looks content to sit back down like no wrong was committed. ]
Really, Fou?!
[ Grah, how embarrassing...he can't continue to be smooth and sexy in front of Wei Wuxian like this! Or maybe he can. If he is able to chant up a teleportion spell for this little guy, then they can talk this over properly... (what is there to talk about, though...) ] ]
[ Talk it over, yes… but it seems that the moment is now completely gone for Wei Wuxian, despite his still pink cheeks and the pleasantness of that kiss lingering on his lips, along with the taste of Merlin still on his tongue.
And yet despite everything, it’s clear that the moment has passed because he practically doubles over laughing. ]
[ At least Wei Wuxian also laughed, as Merlin puffs a little at the critter. It's not the worst thing, even if it means that Fou has ensured his total embarrassment; if his own slightly flushed cheeks were not apparent due to their moment, then it'd be maybe from this.
Fou seems, of course, also delighted at the laughter. ]
Yes, because Fou is a little troublesome beast sometimes.
Just for that, I'm not spoiling him anymore. [ To Fou: ] In fact...why don't you run off for a little while? You're getting in the way!
[ "Fou." Fou says impertinently and somehow spitefully falls asleep for a bit.
...
His life is so hard? He sighs again and turns back over to Wei Wuxian. ]
...So! I assume my majestic image hasn't been completely ruined by that little segue~?
[ Merlin even gives a wink and a bright smile, though petals pop up around him 'coincidentally', or rather he's just doing that to enhance the effect. He's just being himself again...but, on that note, he should probably comment on what they just did. ]
Incidentally, I'm glad I was able to rope you into a bit of one-on-one indulgence. Not that I had planned to do so on our second outing, but there's always something exciting about pleasant surprises and personal enjoyment.
Life is the most fun when you're able to live it to the fullest, after all.
Mm...I don't think there's any point in hiding it. But, yes, I did mean it!
[ Merlin states very cheerily, because yes, of course he is not going to take back what he said about Wei Wuxian being a catch and honestly he has become rather fond of Wei Wuxian in their short time knowing one another. He can only hope they can continue to have these chats.
In fact, when (if) they meet up again (which even he has reservations he might not be able to, depending on how the meeting between the hosts go), they can 'get to know one another more', and tell his good buddy here how stupid their so-called hosts were in person. ]
It's natural for someone like me to think such things with little hesitation, though if I were like everyone else...maybe you'd have to be truly concerned. [ A wink. ] But, trust me when I say I still enjoy hanging out just for the sake of it. As long as we do what we like and have fun, that's what matters, right?
[ He's honored that Merlin likes hanging out with him for the sake of it, honestly. It's been a while since anyone has expressed that thought. Who knew raising the dead would put so many people off of him? ]
I suppose you're right. It isn't as if I can say you're wrong, as that's exactly what I do anyway.
[ Some people are just jelly they can't pull up angy, resentful zombies out of the ground. ]
Knew you'd agree~
Anyway, I should probably leave you to it now. I can't just have you to myself all night.
[ Plus, Wei Wuxian needs time to absorb what happened here, right? Right? Absolutely.
Merlin kneels down to scoop Fou carefully and gently into his arms, smiling a little to himself as he considers something. ]
...Oh, just one more thing. I don't plan to go down easily, but if for some reason in the next couple of weeks, I do, please ensure Fou is taken care of. Whether it's by you or someone else. You seem like the type of person I can trust to do that.
That said, I'll see you again tomorrow! It was fun with you, like always. We can meet up in the garden at night, just like before~
[ Then, Merlin waves with a one hand (the other still cradling Fou), before heading off with a skip in his step, like all is right in the world. And like they're not about to soon face a reminder of how this situation of theirs is no joke. ]
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Are you? Sorry, sorry. I just hate not living up to my reputation as a risk-taker. I'll fix that up right away!
[ Unable to hold himself back anymore, he decides to make it a two-fer—after all, shouldn't a proper apology be given by actions? Hands move to rest gently atop Wei Wuxian's shoulders, and he moves to press a chaste kiss against the other male's cheek—perhaps as a diversionary tactic—and then one firmly against his lips, not as chaste, but undeniably somehow also impossibly gentle. Yet, all the same definitely experienced, and no less affectionate all the same.
Having any regrets about calling his bluff now, WWX? ]
internalized homophobia/biphobia cw sorry to hit you with this lum
Is it a regret if he's so shocked that he doesn't know what to do? The kiss on his cheek is already scandalous enough, but when those warm lips brush against his own, Wei Wuxian lets out a soft gasp of surprise, his lips parting without meaning to.
He should push Merlin away, and Wei Wuxian gets far enough to grab onto his shirt, but he can't bring himself to complete the movement. The rejection he expected to pulse through his body simply isn't there and it's unexpected. Perhaps if he had feelings beyond friendship for Merlin he could excuse this in some way, explain why he doesn't hate this, but he can't. The kiss is pleasant and warm in the same way his first kiss was, and Wei Wuxian can't wrap his head around liking both in equal amounts.
Merlin has no idea what he's done to Wei Wuxian, even as he tugs hard on Merlin's shirt. ]
No problem at all :> mild apology for Merlin being...himself
Merlin can even imagine how it might look, if they had the opportunity to extend this sort of playing around. As a half-incubus, the evident surprise is delectable, like the gentle sensation of the other man's lips against his own. Coupled with what kind of emotions result from the unsubtle, accidental indication that Wei Wuxian gives as a result of holding on tight.
For that, he briefly even deepens the kiss, easy enough with the other's lips parted and then pulls back, an immodest flush to his cheeks. His hands in the meanwhile have moved from the man's shoulders, to rest innocently against his back. ]
Mm, that was as wonderful as I had anticipated it would be...
But, are you satisfied, Wei Wuxian?
[ He doesn't ask anything about the bluff, knowing the results speak for themselves. Merlin can hope that the other still will enjoy it even when the surprise wears off.
However, the best part honestly is that he has truly no idea of what he has wrought here. ]
crying
I...
[ He genuinely doesn't know, because navigating a situation like this with another man has knocked him off kilter... but it's not like he'd know how to respond with a woman either, thanks to his inexperienced. ]
How can I quantify that, exactly?
[ It's impossible to know whether or not he even could be when his mind is racing the way it is. ]
😎
But, oh no...those flushed cheeks look so cute? He just wants to kiss each of them right now! Yet, Wei Wuxian's response is even more interesting.
Despite the fact the man stated he has been kissed before, Merlin thinks that perhaps the other male had yet to discover and properly explore the joy behind such things, instead of just moving beyond it, or his previous kiss was just not as exciting. ]
Oh, that's simple! There are ways. If you feel like you have had enough, then you're satisfied. Though if you feel excited about it, elated that it happened, or enticed by the idea of having even more, then you might not be satisfied just yet. But, at the least you still enjoyed it.
And you might enjoy even more of it. Does that help?
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And his heart isn’t now, but it’s certainly disturbed in the way only a major revelation can make it, which is why he can’t bring himself to pull away. ]
I think so.
[ He searches Merlin’s face, wondering if initiating the kiss himself might make a difference. So, he leans in and captures Merlin’s lips with his own. There’s a level of affection there, inasmuch as he feels affection for Merlin as a friend, but there’s curiosity behind the kiss too, as he tries to figure out what the hell is going on inside his mind. ]
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Merlin can feel those emotions when engaged in such a personal intimate moment with another, so enticing, so engaging. More personal than not, even mixed with such curiosity, he wants to chase it even more.
He wants more...so much more. An idle thought is that surely, he is helping Wei Wuxian in this as well. Isn't he such a kind friend? Isn't he a good influence? Isn't he a wonderful guide, to help someone explore what it feels when seeking these things?
Merlin's fingers curl tightly against the fabric of the other male's clothing, where they rest against his back, drawing himself even impossibly closer as he returns the kiss given to him much more hungrily than before, and even gently nibbling on the other's lower lip, to see if he can get the other's to part again. ]
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There’s no turning back on that now, though, as he parts his lips with a soft gasp. This is reminiscent of his first kiss too, the hunger behind is just as noticeable as it is now. It causes his nerves to flare up a bit, because he knows well that he doesn’t want it to go beyond just a kiss like this, even if he’s well aware Merlin won’t take it personally when Wei Wuxian will decide to cut things short sooner rather than later.
Reflective of his thoughts, his fingers tighten their grip on Merlin’s clothes. ]
1/2
Or perhaps those are the words which so happens to be running through the other man's head right about now. Merlin is, while not having been so fortunate to be Wei Wuxian's kiss, simply happy to take enjoyment in this moment; perhaps for somewhat selfish reasons. But, though he is no saint, and would not shy away from such an opportunity, as is evident now when he slips his tongue pass those parted lips once more, he's not so inhuman to be blind to the aspect of what kind of emotions result from being 'new' to partaking in such enjoyment. But, that is not truly and simply the result of being observant.
And so, even though Merlin ensures this kiss lasts longer than the other ones they have shared, he manages to pull himself back, licking his lips. He has no regrets whatsoever. ]
So, how was it? Did you—
2/2
It doesn't hurt him at all, even if now Merlin has comically ridiculous tiny feet marks on both sides of his face now.
Welp, there goes the mood. And why only did he get kicked? So rude, even as the small animal looks content to sit back down like no wrong was committed. ]
Really, Fou?!
[ Grah, how embarrassing...he can't continue to be smooth and sexy in front of Wei Wuxian like this! Or maybe he can. If he is able to chant up a teleportion spell for this little guy, then they can talk this over properly... (what is there to talk about, though...) ] ]
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And yet despite everything, it’s clear that the moment has passed because he practically doubles over laughing. ]
Pfft! Hahahahaha! That rabbit has it out for you!
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Fou seems, of course, also delighted at the laughter. ]
Yes, because Fou is a little troublesome beast sometimes.
Just for that, I'm not spoiling him anymore. [ To Fou: ] In fact...why don't you run off for a little while? You're getting in the way!
[ "Fou." Fou says impertinently and somehow spitefully falls asleep for a bit.
...
His life is so hard? He sighs again and turns back over to Wei Wuxian. ]
...So! I assume my majestic image hasn't been completely ruined by that little segue~?
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[ He grins at Merlin as his gaze momentarily travels to the sleeping Fou. ]
All the embarrassment in the world can’t ruin a nice face.
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[ Merlin even gives a wink and a bright smile, though petals pop up around him 'coincidentally', or rather he's just doing that to enhance the effect. He's just being himself again...but, on that note, he should probably comment on what they just did. ]
Incidentally, I'm glad I was able to rope you into a bit of one-on-one indulgence. Not that I had planned to do so on our second outing, but there's always something exciting about pleasant surprises and personal enjoyment.
Life is the most fun when you're able to live it to the fullest, after all.
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So you weren’t planning on it this time, but eventually? I know you rated me highly, but I didn’t realize it was so sincere.
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[ Merlin states very cheerily, because yes, of course he is not going to take back what he said about Wei Wuxian being a catch and honestly he has become rather fond of Wei Wuxian in their short time knowing one another. He can only hope they can continue to have these chats.
In fact, when (if) they meet up again (which even he has reservations he might not be able to, depending on how the meeting between the hosts go), they can 'get to know one another more', and tell his good buddy here how stupid their so-called hosts were in person. ]
It's natural for someone like me to think such things with little hesitation, though if I were like everyone else...maybe you'd have to be truly concerned. [ A wink. ] But, trust me when I say I still enjoy hanging out just for the sake of it. As long as we do what we like and have fun, that's what matters, right?
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I suppose you're right. It isn't as if I can say you're wrong, as that's exactly what I do anyway.
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Knew you'd agree~
Anyway, I should probably leave you to it now. I can't just have you to myself all night.
[ Plus, Wei Wuxian needs time to absorb what happened here, right? Right? Absolutely.
Merlin kneels down to scoop Fou carefully and gently into his arms, smiling a little to himself as he considers something. ]
...Oh, just one more thing. I don't plan to go down easily, but if for some reason in the next couple of weeks, I do, please ensure Fou is taken care of. Whether it's by you or someone else. You seem like the type of person I can trust to do that.
That said, I'll see you again tomorrow! It was fun with you, like always. We can meet up in the garden at night, just like before~
[ Then, Merlin waves with a one hand (the other still cradling Fou), before heading off with a skip in his step, like all is right in the world. And like they're not about to soon face a reminder of how this situation of theirs is no joke. ]