[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?
[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.
[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.]
[Although most elves in Thedas are generally considered beautiful--and although Lavellan's let himself be treated like a pretty object at times in the past (not that he's in the habit of admitting it)--he's not much used to that sort of thing anymore. Now he's Your Worship or Lord Inquisitor or more simply, the little elf with the really big sword, hacking through demons and cultists and whatnot. So it's a little jarring to have both of these men, men he cares about far more than he probably ought to, suggesting something to make his ears prettier. Men who don't have any context for the sort of elf fetish that's sadly all-too-common in Thedas.
Creators, is he actually considering this now?
Kanesada's comment draws a laugh.]
That sounds like a much better idea. I usually try to avoid adding to the number of holes stuck in me at any given time.
[He's pretty sure he's just spotted the start of the clothing stalls in the market, off to one side, when Masamune and Kanesada seem to wrap themselves around him as if on cue.
His focus is just about shot, boys.]
...please don't take this as a complaint, but... the two of you are going to absolutely spoil me like this, you realize?
... Uh, yeah. That's kind of the point, Llan-chan.
[Really, now, there is selfless and there is clueless, and guess which category your are falling into right now, Lavellan? Or did you really think they were doing this without noticing they were doing it? Not them. They're a bit more scheming than that.]
I think we should get him something in gold to go with you in red... or maybe a sort of turquoise? Something deep though. What do you think, Kanesada?
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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.
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[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.
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[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.
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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?
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[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.
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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.]
...You didn't have any plans later, did you?
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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.
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[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?
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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.
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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.]
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[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.]
holy shit I thought I posted this last nIGHT
[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.]
I think I have you beat for late tags LOL
Creators, is he actually considering this now?
Kanesada's comment draws a laugh.]
That sounds like a much better idea. I usually try to avoid adding to the number of holes stuck in me at any given time.
[He's pretty sure he's just spotted the start of the clothing stalls in the market, off to one side, when Masamune and Kanesada seem to wrap themselves around him as if on cue.
His focus is just about shot, boys.]
...please don't take this as a complaint, but... the two of you are going to absolutely spoil me like this, you realize?
[Little does he know.]
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[Really, now, there is selfless and there is clueless, and guess which category your are falling into right now, Lavellan? Or did you really think they were doing this without noticing they were doing it? Not them. They're a bit more scheming than that.]
I think we should get him something in gold to go with you in red... or maybe a sort of turquoise? Something deep though. What do you think, Kanesada?