heng_like_a_dragon

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[Blade's absolutely ridiculous, but that's what Dan Heng loves about him. Besides, he feels a lot more comfortable and secure around the blacksmith, even with the specter of Teresa hovering at his shoulder.

The dragon blushes a shade pinker at the kiss to his palm. Cheeky dogboy.]

I... may have had some ideas since our date at Fireside.

[A lot of ideas, really, but not all of them are limited to just Valentine's Day. His eyes seem to soften at the thanks.]

I'll always listen to you and your troubles. [Bracing himself with both hands on Blade's chest, he gets up onto the tips of his toes to kiss his boyfriend.]

[cheekily] Of course.

[Blade's eyebrows rise. Okay, so he's still blushing too.]

You... have? I see... [He clears his throat and glances off to the side.] Haha, you're not the only one. But I want to see what you came up with first. When we have the privacy, that is.

[Blade's tail swaying slows. His crimson eyes are so, so soft, like red velvet. He leans into Dan Heng without even being asked, meeting him halfway in the kiss; his arms slide around the shorter man's waist, and then after a moment they slip down further to his rear.

He's not trying to cop a feel, though. Mostly. Blade hoists him up so the dragon can wrap his legs around Blade's waist if he so chooses, while Blade draws him into a kiss as deep and rich as dark chocolate.]

[Ideas, thoughts, dreams, and hopes... All of which he's had to put on hold until after Blade recovered from the confrontation against Mara. Not that Dan Heng's brave enough to say that right now.

He seems to melt against his partner as he's met halfway for the kiss. Blade's eyes are as beautiful and soft as ever, and he feels like he could get lost for hours in those crimson depths. The dragon makes a soft, startled noise when he's suddenly hoisted up and instinctively wraps his arms around Blade's neck. Dan Heng's not anywhere near bold enough to put his legs around Blade's waist when they can be seen by other people.

However, he doesn't mind being drawn into a deeper kiss. With a soft, affectionate sigh, Dan Heng tilts his head back to give his lover a better angle. One hand grips his shoulder for stability while the other filters through inky hair to gently cradle the back of Blade's head. His eyes flutter closed as he returns the kiss with sweetness and an undeniable yearning.]

[To Blade, it feels less like things have to be put on hold and more like he's finally taking things slow like he should have from the beginning. He loves this. It feels like falling in love all over again. He gets to appreciate the little things, like Dan Heng's smile when he thinks Blade isn't looking, and the sound of his laugh, and the warmth of their clasped hands. He treasures every moment like it's his last, because it almost was.

He savors the kiss, too. A quiet, happy noise escapes his throat, low and warm, as they settle into it. His tail sways happily from side to side. He could hold him like this forever, just kissing Dan Heng and sighing at the fingers in his hair.

Eventually, however, his leg starts to hurt. He's putting too much weight on it again. Still, he breaks the kiss with the utmost reluctance, and his expression is one of someone waking from a long dream. If Dan Heng's yearning can be felt in the kiss, then Blade's can be seen on his face, as if he misses every second they aren't intimately close.

He gently lets Dan Heng back down onto his feet. Then he slips one arm around the dragon's middle while he grabs his crutch with the other. Ahem.]

Why don't we finish this conversation in the cabin? It's a little breezy out here.

[Dan Heng's a bit dazed when the kiss breaks. Blade's good at doing that, though. The love that his boyfriend gives him so freely can be overwhelming sometimes, but it also fills his heart with warmth and comfort. He's just as reluctant to exit this moment. However, the dragon knows that it's for the best that they stop here.

He clears his throat gently as he brings his hands down to his sides. At least, that's the plan until Blade puts an arm around his middle. Dan Heng looks up at his partner for a moment before returning the gesture gently. He can see that shadow of pain in the other man's eyes.]

Is it? I couldn't tell.

[There's a hint of amusement in his voice.]

It's about time for your painkiller and antibiotic anyway. There's still some ice cream left, so that can be your probiotic in an hour if you want.

I see I'm putting the 'furnace' in Furnace Master.

[He chuckles a bit. Despite the heavy conversation, he's beginning to understand how it feels to be as light as the wind. He wonders if Venti knew from the beginning that he could feel like this.]

You saw right through me, [he admits with a sigh.] As much as I don't want to admit it, I'm not completely healed yet.

At least there's ice cream. [He leans down and kisses Dan Heng's temple.] Though nothing's as sweet as you.

I will neither confirm nor deny that, Furnace Master.

[If it sounds a little flirtatious, it's totally accidental. Totally. (It's on purpose.)

He leans into the kiss to his temple and starts to lead Blade back to the cabin. Dan Heng keeps their walk slow to not disturb his partner's wound too much.]

I don't think I'm quite that sweet, but thank you. That said... It's alright. You're getting better every day, and it's best you continue to take it easy for a little longer.

[He pulls Blade tighter against his side in a one-armed hug.]

I know patience doesn't come easy to you, but you're doing well and the end is in sight.

[Blade chuckles again. This must be revenge for the High Elder tease he recently remembered... Well, it won't stop him.]

Mmm. You're right.

[He leans into the hug, and squeezes back.]

Thanks to you, I haven't gone entirely crazy.

[As they make their way to the cabin door, an idea occurs to him.]

Would you mind if I curled up in your lap after I take my medicine?

[Dan Heng will be kind this time and not say that he's doing Kaisou a service by making sure Blade doesn't go crazy.]

I wouldn't mind at all. [His eyes soften and warm slightly.] Maybe, if you fall asleep, I'll take a nap myself. If you don't mind a long dragon on you.

[That goes without saying.]

Oh? [His ears perk, giving him away.] I wouldn't mind. You've been working hard, too.

[He sets his crutch against a table, and reaches over to rub Dan Heng's cheek.]

No matter what form you take, you're always welcome to lay on me, tiánxīn.

[Blade needs to stop being so cute with his dog tendencies. Though, Dan Heng's a little distracted from that thought by his partner rubbing his cheek. In retaliation, he reaches up to scratch behind one of Blade's ears.]

The same can be said for you, A-Xing. [He pauses and looks at his partner in consideration.] Hm... though, I hope that you're somehow smaller if you ever develop a dog form. I can't imagine a big husky would find it comfortable trying to be a lap dog.

[Dan Heng's admittedly assuming that Blade is a husky or malamute based on his height. Still, he smiles a little at his partner and toes off his shoes.]

Go take your medicine, starlight. I'm not going anywhere.

[And he'll go make himself comfortable sitting on the bed.]

[Blade sighs noisily and leans into the scritches, unable to help himself.]

Smaller? [He realizes he never told Dan Heng about that one time he jumped in the bath and turned into a puppy.

Still, the pet name of starlight makes him feel soft. He blushes.]

Yes, yes, I'm going.

[He takes off his shoes, too, and goes over to the cabinet so he can take his pills. Thankfully he's on more of a general painkiller now and not something so potent that he starts ambien posting on Libra again, but it's still enough that he misses it when his leg starts hurting.

After knocking back his meds with a full glass of water—antibiotics demand it—he makes his way over to the bed and cuddles up to Dan Heng with his head in his lap.]

The past couple of months were... a blur to me. I forgot to tell you about something.

Edited 2024-02-17 01:45 (UTC)

[Blade has definitely not told him about the puppy bath incident.

The moment his boyfriend lays his head on Dan Heng's lap, he starts combing his fingers through his dark hair. He turns it into a scalp massage, occasionally giving the same treatment to the base of Blade's ears and at his temples. His movements are slow and methodical with the goal of helping his partner relax. Dan Heng blinks at that, which is the only show of his mild puzzlement.]

Oh? What did you forget, starlight?

[He's testing out the pet name again since he didn't miss that blush. It's so cutesy that Dan Heng's fairly certain he's only going to call Blade that in private.]

[Blade unwinds like a ball of yarn, all the stress melting away from his limbs and even making his face relaxed. He gives a great big sigh and forgets that Dan Heng asked him a question, he's that enamored with the fingers in his hair.]

Mmmm...

[His tail swishes happily for a minute longer, then his brain catches up.]

Oh. Yes. Before Christmas, I went to take a bath, hoping it would relax me enough that I could sleep. Then... I went to step in, and I was up to my shoulders suddenly.

[He concentrates, leaning into the dog instinct that much more. And then—poof!—he becomes a fluffy Pomeranian with the fur patterns of a Husky, and makes it a point to turn his head and gaze up at the dragon, paws up to his chin.

Oh he's a natural at this.]

[Dan Heng can't help smiling as he sees how Blade instantly melts. He's ridiculously cute, honestly. However, his boyfriend's answer to the question has him furrowing his brows in confusion. He almost asks for clarification when—

There's.

There's a pomeranian-husky mix in his lap.]

[Dan Heng stares at the little pomsky.

Holy shit.

He's....]

[He's so cute and tiny.

Dan Heng gently starts to pet his ears and use his other hand to rub his belly. It's taking literally every mote of self-control to not start cooing at his boyfriend-turned-dog. He keeps himself quiet until he's confident he can talk normally and not in babyspeak.]

Well, I can't say I was expecting you to be a pomsky, but you're quite adorable. I have a feeling you're going to get away with a lot more mischief than I should let you.

[The dragon sounds amuse, though.]

[Blade wriggles happily beneath the pets and rubs. He's obviously enjoying himself. He's... not actually sure how much he can talk in this form, so he tries.

woooooOOOoooOOOooooooeeeeeeeeeerrrrr.

He closes his mouth and looks a little startled.]

[Blade's attempt at talking coming out as a husky wail is what sets Dan Heng over the edge. He laughs at the startled look on the dog's face. He cradles the little pomsky to his chest with one arm, and kisses his snout while ruffling Blade's ears.]

I see that the husky wailing comes naturally to you, my star. With how loud you are even as a human... I suppose it's fitting.

[He can't help teasing his beloved.]

[Oh, but that laugh is worth making a clown of himself. He makes more happy little noises as he's cradled and kissed, his tail wagging a million miles an hour.

He snorts at the accusation of being loud. Yes, well, Dan Heng seems to like it, so he sees no reason to be anything else.

Anyway, he goes straight for Dan Heng's face so he can lick him right back.]

[The happy little noises Blade makes as a pomsky almost physically pain Dan Heng as he tries not to coo at him. Again. He suddenly understands the appeal of small dogs.

The dragon scrunches his face as he's licked, but he doesn't move to stop it, either. He just turns his head so Blade doesn't lick his mouth.]

You're cute. [Suddenly, there's a thoughtful look that crosses his expression.] Hm... I could get you a service dog vest and take you with me, if you don't feel like going as a human. There are... some places that Cirrus isn't able to come with me for her job.

[It's not exactly a lie when Blade is a human in dog shape. Plus, he does need a service dog with his condition sometimes. It's just been difficult to find the time to get the paperwork for that rolling, especially when he's not certain Blade will even get along with the dog.]

[He nuzzles Dan Heng's jaw and shoves his nose into his hair. If he's inhaling it's just because his boyfriend smells good, okay.

That's a good suggestion, though. He pulls back a little and rests his head against Dan Heng's shoulder. He makes a noise that he hopes is agreeable.]

Eeoo-oo!

[He'll be on his best behavior. Really.]

[Dan Heng can't help giggling as Blade sniffs his hair. It's cold and ticklish, he can't help it.

His boyfriend is. Entirely too cute. Dan Heng actually can't get over this and it's driving him a little insane.]

You look like you're going to cause problems on purpose, but cutely so that you don't get scolded.

[Yet the dragon pets him and holds the little pomsky close. He sighs softly as he carefully lies down on the bed.]

Is your leg still bothering you?

[That giggling practically awakens something in Blade, so he snuffles into his hair a little more, quietly delighted.]

Mrrroooo.

[That's not a no. He's happy to burrow into Dan Heng's arms as he lays down. At the question, he hesitates, and sticks out his rear right leg a little.]

Hwroo...

[That would be a yes.]

[The snuffling does nothing to stop the giggling, but it's fine. He thinks.

Dan Heng takes note of the leg that Blade stretches out. He's very gentle as he reaches out to pet it, hoping that it's soothing instead of uncomfortable.]

If you need to change back to get more comfortable, I won't mind. [The dragon kisses the side of Blade's face, just under his ear.] Get some rest. I'll still be here.

[He hesitates for a moment before he starts to quietly hum some lullabies. Dan Heng strokes the pomsky's soft fur slowly and gently.]

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