[And now that both of his lovely companions seem to be content and ready to resume their exploration of the market, Lavellan is more than happy to let them lead the way. This trip is for them, after all, he's just there to provide the money and enjoy being in their presence. Although--]
There was a stall with silks not far off in that direction, if you'd like to start there?
[This suggestion is not self-serving at all, nope.]
[Now wait just a second. Why is he being dragged away? He didn't do anything to deserve this!
But he still allows Masamune to do it, only glancing back at Lavellan once to make sure he's not upset or anything. Which means he sees that darker expression, if only for a moment. And which also means he frowns at Masamune when he's finally confronted.]
He buys me what he wants when he wants. What does it matter?
[Masamune rolls his eyes when he sees the look on both of their faces, and he waves a little towards Lavellan. really, they'll just be a second! he's bringing him back promise!]
It matters because I know how he is. He always spoils other people, and he never thinks about himself and his own needs. He's the guy who was ready to go home with a raging boner because my legs weren't really cooperating after he got me off and I had to trip him up so I could make sure he had fun too.
So I don't really care if he's buying you all that stuff, but if all he gets in return is your company, then you seriously need to step up your game. I think he deserves a lot more for all the efforts he makes.
So I'm gonna let him buy you those things cuz they look damn good on you, but after that, we are spoiling him for once and not the other way around.
[And this time, Masamune looks very serious about this. It's important to him.]
[And now he's getting scolded. Kanesada can't help but cross his arms and exhale loudly when Masamune gets going. If he didn't care about making a scene or getting kicked out of town, thus entirely ruining his and Lavellan's day, then he'd argue more. But as it is, he tries to keep himself under control.]
He likes my company. There's nothing wrong with it. It's a pretty good gift in and of itself.
[So don't insult him like that.]
Even if that may not be good enough by your standards, he seems to be okay with it and that's okay with me.
[Because people have different preferences, right? Everyone's different.
He knows this isn't going to work on Masamune, though, because Masamune is a pain in the ass. So he sighs and concedes one on point, if nothing else.]
I'm not saying there's anything wrong with it. i'm saying you can do more for him, and you should.
[Seriously, Kanesada, how spoiled are you? People ahve preferences, yet, but sometimes you also have to show them something different because maybe they'll like it.]
How about we buy him some stuff for a change. I'm sure we could find him something nice to wear here. And i'll cook some dinner, and maybe...
[masmaune seems to think for a second before he just shrugs and goes for it.]
How about we spoil him in bed too? You and me. As a team.
[Ugh, you're not his master. You can't tell him what he should and shouldn't do! He can't help but roll his eyes a little bit, growing more frustrated at being called out on how he spends his time.
And then he barks out a laugh at that last suggestion, though if he actually finds it preposterous or is trying to cover up a little bit of embarrassment, who knows?]
Buying him stuff? Yeah, sure, whatever, that's easy. But us as a team? We can hardly agree on what to do when it's just us and now you wanna throw him into it? You're crazy.
Yes, I know I'm crazy, you've said that many time, but hear me out.
[No, really, Kanesada, listen. He is serious.]
I know he's pretty smitten with you, and I know he likes me a lot.
[See, he doesn't even put himself ont he same level as you, because he doesn't think he can really compare to your prettiness and he knows Lavellan is weak for that.]
And there's definitely one thing we can agree on. It's that he's a pretty swell guy, and we both like to see him having a good time. Or tell me that seeing him smile at you doesn't make your stomach flip. I won't believe you if you do.
And, you know, I know him a little. And I'm pretty sure that the only thing that would top getting frisky with one of his favorite people would be getting frisky with two. Plus, he wouldn't expect it, and definitely not from us. It'd be a surprise.
[He looks over his shoulder at where Lavellan is.]
Come on, just say yes. I told him I wouldn't be long and I don't have time for you to hem and haw about this. Do it for him. He deserves some spoiling.
[He's listening. No, really, he is. Which means he doesn't interrupt Masamune throughout his whole spiel, even if he also doesn't jump to agree at the prospect.
But...he does really like Lavellan. He's not sure how much, but it's more than just a passing thing, he thinks. So of course he wants to see him happy. Even if it means getting involved in another threesome.
Threesomes can be complicated, you know.
But he breathes out and relaxes his posture a little bit. For Lavellan.]
Fine. But if he gets uncomfortable at all, we step off.
Man, you know me better than that. Or of you don't, you should.
[But really, Masamune knows it's how you do things now. You have to grouse and be generally unhappy and reluctant because apparently, accepting enthusiastically the first time is not manly enough or something.
At least when it comes to Masamune. You don't seem to do that with Lavellan, go figure.]
Great, now let's go back before he starts fretting, he's too anxious and he'll start twisting his own stomach in knots if we stay away too long.
[Masamune grabs Kanesada's sleeve again, but suddenly stops.]
He's right, though. Those combs look super good in your hair. Now let's go.
[Because he cares about everyone involved in this...plan. But especially Lavellan since he's the one out of the loop. Surprise?
Also don't be jealous. It's not Kanesada's fault that some people don't rub him the right way the majority of the time.
But he lets Masamune drag him back without protest and stands up a little straighter at that compliment. Masamune is being honest, sure, but if he's also trying to butter Kanesada up to be in a better mood, then it's working.]
I know, but thanks for noticing.
[...It's a start.
When they get back to Lavellan, he waves his free arm to get his attention, as if he needs any help when Lavellan is concerned.]
Lavellaaan. I hope you didn't miss me. Us. Hope you didn't miss us.
[It's true, neither Kanesada nor Masamune need to try very hard to get Lavellan's attention. And that's on a normal day, when he hasn't been standing over here trying not to worry about the two of them this entire time. Trying not to be stupidly jealous, or feel left out... or wonder if they're fighting, perhaps? Or hell, trading a recipe for all he knows.
He smiles, as usual, as Kanesada approaches.]
I can't imagine not missing you when you're away. Though... is everything all right? [He glances between the two of them, trying to read their expressions.] No trouble, I hope?
Everything's fine! Just a little something we needed to sort out, don't worry your pretty head over it. Now which ones are you buying?
[They're not fighting, Lavellan, this is how they communicate, seriously.]
Oh, and can we stop on the other side of the market too? I'm going to need ingredients. I don't think I have enough left back at the cabin for three people.
[Yeah. Perfect. Let Masamune deal with the excuses while Kanesada himself just smiles and charms Lavellan to distraction.
See? Teamwork. Kanesada can actually play along when it's necessary.
He moves to stand behind Lavellan and wraps his arms around the elf's waist, resting his chin on the other man's shoulder.]
Yeah, which ones did you pick out?
[This part is easy, playing the one content to be doted upon. It's what he had been doing in the first place, so of course he can easily slip back into the role. And it should help convince Lavellan not to worry about anything.
But, again, Masamune gives him another opening to work with.]
Oh, yeah. Masamune's gonna feed us, so I hope you didn't have any plans later.
[He pauses, lowering his voice as he speaks closer to Lavellan's ear.]
[He trusts them, both of them, but he's still not entirely convinced there isn't something wrong. Why would they need to chat privately, out of earshot, otherwise? Why did Kanesada look so unhappy in the middle of their conversation when Lavellan had managed to sneak a peek at them?
Maybe he's just too much a worrier. They're both smiling, and Kanesada--
Lavellan's heart skips a beat as the sword-spirit's arms wrap around him. Any amount of contact with the pretty sword, any chance to be close to him, makes the elf's heart flutter like he's a lovestruck teenager again. He can't help it, and he's not sure he'd want to change it if he could.]
The-- the red and a few others.
[The little parcel in his hands may have more like three or four new pretties in it. He may have noted which ones Kanesada was lingering on earlier and purchased those as well, in addition to the one they'd been looking at together.
The idea of taking a meal with the two of them is a pleasant one--is that what they'd been plotting, then?--and it isn't as if Lavellan's in any position to argue. As soon as Kanesada starts purring in his ear he's putty in the other man's hands. A small shiver runs down his spine and he sucks in a sharp breath.]
I.... No, nothing pressing. I was rather hoping I could convince you to try on some of your new things, though.
[Masamune teases with a smile. He does think lavellan probably spoils Kanesada a bit too much, but in the end if they both like it...]
Tell you what, you can play with his hair while I cook dinner. I don't think either of you can help in the kitchen anyway so...
[So he gets to cook for two of his favorite people while watching those same two people be cute with each other. That sounds like a good way to start the evening given what he has in mind afterwards.
And then, guess who's reaching out to tease the side of those ears with his fingers.]
You've never wanted to pierce your ears, Llan-chan?
[Ah, okay, he sees Jiroutachi coming for him again, so he braces himself for the extra weight this time. That's fine. He's strong, he can handle this! Jiroutachi obviously likes the idea, too, and Kanesada can't deny he likes silk in moderation - he is a treasured sword, after all, so he deserves nice things - and being wrapped up in it isn't bad -
Oh, but that took a sudden turn, didn't it?]
What?!
[He tries to whisper his surprise, but a bit of a shriek gets mixed in anyway. Oops.]
[It's almost too easy to get Lavellan to cooperate, but at the same time it's always flattering to hear him lose his composure just because Kanesada exists in his vicinity. If they were back on the station right now, he'd probably be bolder, continue teasing him to get more reactions, but he doesn't want to draw the ire of these planet-dwellers without good reason. So he contains himself and just continues resting his head on Lavellan's shoulder.]
He spoils me just the right amount.
[Okay, Masamune has a good idea, too. Kanesada smiles, the happiness evident in his voice.]
Mm, yeah, you're really good with my hair. I can model all these combs for you, too! This works out perfectly.
[Look, Lavellan's not saying he engineered this shopping trip for the sole purpose of dolling these two beautiful men up in pretty things and then trying to bed them (perhaps both at the same time) but... he's not saying it's a bad idea, either. And with Jirou wrapping himself around Kanesada again, that mental image... yep. He's going to be holding onto that one for a while, whether it comes true or not.
(And there might be a bit more blood flowing downward than usual, because the thought of those two, all of that lovely, smooth, pale skin... shit, get it together, Lavellan. You're in public.)]
I would be lying if I claimed it wouldn't be a pretty picture. [Sorry Kane-san.] If everyone were to consent to such a thing, of course.
[...What would Kunihiro think of him these days, letting himself fall into bed with more and more people? It's not like they were completely monogamous when he was still around, but he wasn't nearly this...easy.
But then, on the other hand, Lavellan is into this idea - and Jiroutachi, obviously, but that's not actually a surprise...even if it caught Kanesada off-guard - and Kanesada wants to make him happy. And...there is that little detail of having enjoyed his time with Jiroutachi back up on the station and honestly the idea is hardly a horrible one and he's the only one making a fuss about this and now he's not answering and fuck it.
He crosses his arms and snorts, trying to come off nonchalant.]
Please. With me there, it won't take more than a second to make a beautiful scene. Bring it on.
[On one hand, Lavellan would be a dirty rotten liar if he were to claim he hadn't been hoping Kanesada would agree. The greedy, selfish part of him absolutely wants two beautiful men in his bed at the same time. On the other hand, he saw that hesitation there and his dick isn't doing all of the thinking quite yet.]
It's entirely up to you, Izuminokami. You won't hurt my feelings if you'd rather not. [He smiles warmly, as if to reinforce this.] I want you and Jirou both to be happy, and to enjoy yourselves today. Let's just worry about shopping for now, shall we?
[That warm smile gets turned on Jirou next, and Lavellan gestures toward the silk stall with a nod of his head.]
Shall we? I think you'd both look rather striking in red silk, if they have any.
[Spoil Kanesada too much? Lavellan could argue that easily, could point out how he's trying to enjoy to the fullest something he's inevitably bound to lose--the way he's lost nearly everything and everyone else that he's treasured in his life--but that verges into territory he'd rather not explore right now. Not when the point of this whole trip to the markets was to have fun, and to make Kanesada happy.
It also sounds unbearably selfish when one thinks about it like that, and at least for today Lavellan would rather... not. So he simply smiles and answers at nearly the same time as Kanesada.]
Impossible.
[The idea of playing with Kanesada's hair while Masamune cooks for them is a pleasant one; Lavellan hardly needs to think about that one at all before he's nodding in agreement. At least until Masamune's fingers brush his ear and most of the thoughts in his head scatter like leaves in the wind.]
Nghh-- N-no. It's not something my people are in the habit of. [Wow, what is focus with Kanesada this close and Masamune teasing his ears??] Come on, let's find something new for Izuminokami to wear tonight, and then we can find the groceries you need.
[He's probably going to angle toward buying new clothing for Masamune as well, once they get there.]
Well, you should think about it. It'd look good on you.
[And probably make these very sensitive ears even more sensitive, but you know. he's just saying.
He lets go, but only long enough to grab one of Lavellan's hands and lace their fingers together, leaving Kanesada to drape himself onto the elf's other side. Clothing is a good idea, as long as they're not the only ones who get any, and he exchanges a meaningful glance with Kanesada over the white hair.
Lavellan in a kimono sounds pretty good to him, if you know what he means, Kanesada.]
[Kanesada assumes actually piercing your ears can hurt, though he doesn't know himself, despite...having pierced ears. But he does know that Kashuu wears clip-ons and they look fine.]
You can look pretty when you feel like it, but not worry about sticking holes in yourself.
[When Masamune takes hold of Lavellan, though, Kanesada wraps his own arm around the other, not willing to have someone he likes taken away. Even if Masamune wouldn't necessarily run off into the sunset, breaking off his own plans.
The look he gets takes a few moments to read properly. And even then Kanesada isn't entirely sure what it means, but he's supposed to play nice today, so he'll nod and hope he hasn't gotten himself involved in something even more insane as they all start the clothing search.]
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