[ Nanami's never viewed himself as much of a caretaker, of someone to go to for comfort. But he finds himself honored when he's in this space with Gojo, when Gojo seeks him out and his company and his comfort. It's been a gift, as part of their relationship, and not one Nanami is keen on squandering. So when Gojo kisses him back and he feels that warmth from him, Nanami only presses back with something of a smile on his lips in return.
When Gojo responds by bumping up into him as well, Nanami just presses another kiss against the corner of his mouth, gives him another nuzzle. There's something so freeing about being able to share his affection with the other man even at nights like these where things feel cold and lonely. If Nanami is able to change that even a little bit for Gojo, he has succeeded.
His question gets an amused huff from Nanami and he lifts a shoulder in a shrug, sinking down against Gojo and nuzzling his face into his hair lightly. Then his head drops against the pillow Gojo is using, sharing it now and letting their eyes meet in the darkness like that. ]
I'm not but ... I only know that the grief has gotten easier for me. I can only hope it will do the same for you.
[ He thinks about Haibara, how angry and scared he was after the other boy died. How it was a big part of why he ran away. Yet the more time passed, the more action he took to feel like he had control over his life again β even returning to being a sorcerer helped β the more he felt like he made his peace with Haibara's death. The more he felt like he could keep moving forward.
Cautiously, quietly, the hand on Gojo's cheek moves to his neck and Nanami scoots forward a little until their noses are almost touching, their eyes making eye contact in the dark. Then, his voice, so tender β ]
[ For sorcerers, time is such a precious commodity, something to be treasured and used wisely, because there's no telling when their time will run out, which moments might be their last. However, that's no longer as true as it once was, and the threats they face have quieted down. It's hard not to get sucked into the cycle of dread, waiting for the other shoe to fall while things look good for the present, but when he thinks about it...they do have time, don't they? Time to heal. Time to spend together. Time to love. Luxuries that are so hard to afford in their line of work, and yet here they are.
Nanami's gaze is piercing, even in the darkness, and his words likewise; a fluttering warmth swells up in Gojo's chest, as it always does when he hears those words. When he's reminded that he's loved β that he's worth loving. There are few things so purely uncomplicated that can cut right to his heart like those three words.
He exhales, silent but for the gentle gust of breath that brushes Nanami's lips. ]
Kento...I love you, too.
[ It's a privilege to tell him, to remind him. He doesn't do it enough, but each time he does, his voice is raw with unfettered affection. He lets his eyes fall shut for a moment, simply...breathing, collecting the remaining vestiges of panic from his nightmare, the fingers of one hand curling into the fabric of his partner's shirt.
[ It was a moment there. A heavy one where their vows of loved were exchanged and held in the moment between them. Nanami continued to hold tenderly to Gojo's neck, to feel the pulse beating underneath his fingertips and feel it slow as the nightmare drifted away from Gojo and he began to come back to himself properly.
Which is why when Gojo breaks the moment with his usual brand of frivolity, Nanami does not get upset. No, he just gives the smallest smile in the dark before pulling back and beginning to push up from the bed. ]
Would you prefer herbal or black tea? Sweet, I presume.
[ He's going to take a moment before he gets out of bed, sitting up in his spot as he is, to run his fingers through Gojo's hair. A soft, gentle caress as he waits for the answer to his question. When he gets it, that's when he'll pull his hand back to move out of the bed, sitting on the edge to get his slippers back on his feet before pushing up from the mattress to start heading to the kitchen. ]
[ Left with such sweet, affectionate touch, Gojo has no recourse but to follow close behind Nanami out of the bed. Funny how someone who spends so much of his life an infinity away from others would be clingy when afforded the opportunity to be so, but in contrast to the playfulness in his tone, he snags Nanami's fingers in his own as he slips off the bed too, rubbing the corner of his palm at his sleep-dusty eyes. It's...so much easier to keep the shadows in their corners like this. ]
Hehe, you spoil me. [ You asked, Gojo!! ] Herbal for me...with the usual.
[ So, yes, sweet, the "usual" being some ungodly number of sugar cubes. Nanami didn't even really need to ask β Gojo would enjoy anything he brewed up for him, but the fact that he asks at all, even when he knows is just like him, isn't it? He's always so attentive, so caring, even if it isn't always in the ways people easily recognize.
Utterly unapologetic, Gojo clings to Nanami's hand as they make their way into the kitchen, his other arm winding around his partner's bicep, head leaning down against his shoulder. ]
Won't make it too hard for you to make it if I stay like this, hm?
[ It's funny because Nanami comes off as the type to draw strict boundaries, to not let anyone too close. But like this, with Gojo winding his fingers through his own and clinging tight to his arm, Nanami doesn't... mind? He doesn't mind at all. In fact, he might even enjoy it though he wouldn't exactly admit that out loud.
So, yes, Gojo barnacles himself to Nanami as they walk through the hall to the kitchen and Nanami only responds by turning his head and brushing his lips against Gojo's forehead as Gojo rests his head against his shoulder. ]
You're fine.
[ There's warmth in Nanami at the blatant affection being shown to him and he just feels pleased by it. He'll take it slow as he moves around the kitchen as a result, not wanting to dislodge Gojo. He moves to fill up with the electric kettle and get two mugs down from the cabinet along with the tea and the little jar of sugar cubes that is just for Gojo.
When he's done and just waiting for the water to boil, he'll just stand there, his head leaning against Gojo's as they wait together. ]
Hm...not in the mood to push me away by the face? You are feelin' soft tonight.
[ As though Gojo himself isn't feeling equally as soft, but unlike Nanami, he wears his aloofness differently. Nanami is structured and formal, Gojo chaotic and personal, yet he never let anyone too close, either. Well...most anyone. There are those who were already close to him before his walls went up, those who understood who he was, and who he is now. Maybe Nanami didn't always voluntarily sit in that seat, but he does so now. He stays, because he wants to, not out of some sense of obligation.
He's choosing to let Gojo close, to cling to him, and it means more than Gojo knows how to put into words. He's always been much better at expressing himself like this, anyway, with action.
His lips part to say something else, but he refrains, for once letting the peaceful silence settle like a blanket around them, listening only to the sound of Nanami's breathing, the rhythm of his heart.
It's nice to appreciate the quiet every now and again, too. ]
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When Gojo responds by bumping up into him as well, Nanami just presses another kiss against the corner of his mouth, gives him another nuzzle. There's something so freeing about being able to share his affection with the other man even at nights like these where things feel cold and lonely. If Nanami is able to change that even a little bit for Gojo, he has succeeded.
His question gets an amused huff from Nanami and he lifts a shoulder in a shrug, sinking down against Gojo and nuzzling his face into his hair lightly. Then his head drops against the pillow Gojo is using, sharing it now and letting their eyes meet in the darkness like that. ]
I'm not but ... I only know that the grief has gotten easier for me. I can only hope it will do the same for you.
[ He thinks about Haibara, how angry and scared he was after the other boy died. How it was a big part of why he ran away. Yet the more time passed, the more action he took to feel like he had control over his life again β even returning to being a sorcerer helped β the more he felt like he made his peace with Haibara's death. The more he felt like he could keep moving forward.
Cautiously, quietly, the hand on Gojo's cheek moves to his neck and Nanami scoots forward a little until their noses are almost touching, their eyes making eye contact in the dark. Then, his voice, so tender β ]
I love you, Satoru.
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Nanami's gaze is piercing, even in the darkness, and his words likewise; a fluttering warmth swells up in Gojo's chest, as it always does when he hears those words. When he's reminded that he's loved β that he's worth loving. There are few things so purely uncomplicated that can cut right to his heart like those three words.
He exhales, silent but for the gentle gust of breath that brushes Nanami's lips. ]
Kento...I love you, too.
[ It's a privilege to tell him, to remind him. He doesn't do it enough, but each time he does, his voice is raw with unfettered affection. He lets his eyes fall shut for a moment, simply...breathing, collecting the remaining vestiges of panic from his nightmare, the fingers of one hand curling into the fabric of his partner's shirt.
And then, breaking the silence again β ]
Sweet pookie pie...will you make me some tea?
[ :3 ]
what if i come back here huh what if
Which is why when Gojo breaks the moment with his usual brand of frivolity, Nanami does not get upset. No, he just gives the smallest smile in the dark before pulling back and beginning to push up from the bed. ]
Would you prefer herbal or black tea? Sweet, I presume.
[ He's going to take a moment before he gets out of bed, sitting up in his spot as he is, to run his fingers through Gojo's hair. A soft, gentle caress as he waits for the answer to his question. When he gets it, that's when he'll pull his hand back to move out of the bed, sitting on the edge to get his slippers back on his feet before pushing up from the mattress to start heading to the kitchen. ]
what if i come back here EVEN LATER
Hehe, you spoil me. [ You asked, Gojo!! ] Herbal for me...with the usual.
[ So, yes, sweet, the "usual" being some ungodly number of sugar cubes. Nanami didn't even really need to ask β Gojo would enjoy anything he brewed up for him, but the fact that he asks at all, even when he knows is just like him, isn't it? He's always so attentive, so caring, even if it isn't always in the ways people easily recognize.
Utterly unapologetic, Gojo clings to Nanami's hand as they make their way into the kitchen, his other arm winding around his partner's bicep, head leaning down against his shoulder. ]
Won't make it too hard for you to make it if I stay like this, hm?
[ Like a barnacle??? ]
we're winning at this we are
So, yes, Gojo barnacles himself to Nanami as they walk through the hall to the kitchen and Nanami only responds by turning his head and brushing his lips against Gojo's forehead as Gojo rests his head against his shoulder. ]
You're fine.
[ There's warmth in Nanami at the blatant affection being shown to him and he just feels pleased by it. He'll take it slow as he moves around the kitchen as a result, not wanting to dislodge Gojo. He moves to fill up with the electric kettle and get two mugs down from the cabinet along with the tea and the little jar of sugar cubes that is just for Gojo.
When he's done and just waiting for the water to boil, he'll just stand there, his head leaning against Gojo's as they wait together. ]
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[ As though Gojo himself isn't feeling equally as soft, but unlike Nanami, he wears his aloofness differently. Nanami is structured and formal, Gojo chaotic and personal, yet he never let anyone too close, either. Well...most anyone. There are those who were already close to him before his walls went up, those who understood who he was, and who he is now. Maybe Nanami didn't always voluntarily sit in that seat, but he does so now. He stays, because he wants to, not out of some sense of obligation.
He's choosing to let Gojo close, to cling to him, and it means more than Gojo knows how to put into words. He's always been much better at expressing himself like this, anyway, with action.
His lips part to say something else, but he refrains, for once letting the peaceful silence settle like a blanket around them, listening only to the sound of Nanami's breathing, the rhythm of his heart.
It's nice to appreciate the quiet every now and again, too. ]