[ Molly had fought it, at first, tried to keep himself at a distance, tried to keep things casual. it got harder each time they met and parted, each time he found himself wanting to stay longer than he should. holding someone that close was, and still is, terrifying. he can't run if he's tangled up in someone else, he can't run if he has to consider how it effect someone else.
it's only now as he leans on Hugo, as he tangles himself up in the other man, that he thinks about how cruel he has been to the blond. how cruel he's been to himself. ]
It's terribly rude of me, I know. [ gently his thumb caresses Hugo's cheek and Molly leans forward to rest his forehead against Hugo's. ] Mm, it'll be difficult. Getting to spend more time with you, one of highlights of my life, without the worry of packing up come morning? Ah, such bravery will test us.
[ Molly, despite every instinct screaming otherwise, wants to stay. wants to hold onto this precious thing he could never bring himself to discard like he had so many others before. wants to let people in instead of keeping them at arms length. he wants to rest for once in his gods damn life.
and most terrifying of all; he doesn't want to be alone anymore. ]
Gods, we're fucked aren't we? The beds been made and it's time we lay in it.
[ He couldn't help teasing the tiefling. Molly disappearing had become so normal that he stopped expecting a change after the first few times, looking forward to the reunions instead. It suited Hugo just as well. To hear him speaking as if he means to remain. Hell forbid, maybe even put down roots in his City of Insanity. Hugo wondered what sort of power that little nerd held over Molly's heart. ]
Well. I am going to Mexico, no matter how many different methods of travel they build into that dog. I intend to come back, but understand I will be heavily tempted to do battle with the sun instead.
[ There was no way that he was going to settle down EVEN CLOSER to the equator than this city already was. No, thank you. He doesn't actually enjoy the thought of frying being an everyday occurrence. ]
[ he'll get to actually sleep in for once! although he will have to see about replacing the bed. it's far too small, for one, and lumpy in places that Mollymauk is positive it shouldn't be. maybe he'll ever consider giving the place a few personal touches, brighten it up a little, just so everything isn't so bland and boring.
a problem for later, because thinking on it for too long will only make him anxious again. ]
You're leaving me in my time of need is what you're doing. [ he pouts but there isn't any weight to his words. ] All for that terrible Mexico sun that will only ruin your complexion.
[ Hugo chuckles, tilting his head just enough to press his nose against his cheek. He would not say that it was a good feeling to have heard Molly intend to stay. He was being spoiled, really. It was better to know that something was truly worth staying and seeing to the end.
It was also nice to have a key somewhere. Now the next time he gets pushed into the 'what's your address' corner, he can just give someone Molly's instead of Lycaon's. This was so much better for his cover. It all works out. ]
It will do far more than ruin my complexion. I do not plan to be out in it whatsoever.
And you will have Lycaon, who has probably spent this entire time pacing and whining like a puppy who's been left at home for the first time.
[ and he would happily accept whatever Hugo sends his way in an effort to keep his own location a secret. hell, he could make a game out of it if he really wanted too. and should the worst come to pass and unsavoury sorts comes knocking on his door in hopes to find Hugo, his friend will have a head start. ]
Good, I'd hate to have you come back to me all crispy.
[ the image of Lycaon pacing and whining does bring a fond smile to his face. ]
I suppose I will. We can keep each other company while you're gone. I promise I'll make sure to take him for walks every day and keep him enriched as too not miss you terribly.
Other than the missing scent, I don't think he'll really notice. Lycaon tends to keep himself busy. He'll have shifts at The vogue. His current interest of leaning Jurassic languages. There's plenty of people in the network for him to bother. Of course, also you're here, especially since he knows you need the attention right now.
[ He counted them off on his fingers, putting them down when he came to the end. ]
There is also Caleb here. And when you are not brave enough to see him, you have the ability to call me on the phone instead. We made a deal about the day after my birthday, didn't we?
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it's only now as he leans on Hugo, as he tangles himself up in the other man, that he thinks about how cruel he has been to the blond. how cruel he's been to himself. ]
It's terribly rude of me, I know. [ gently his thumb caresses Hugo's cheek and Molly leans forward to rest his forehead against Hugo's. ] Mm, it'll be difficult. Getting to spend more time with you, one of highlights of my life, without the worry of packing up come morning? Ah, such bravery will test us.
[ Molly, despite every instinct screaming otherwise, wants to stay. wants to hold onto this precious thing he could never bring himself to discard like he had so many others before. wants to let people in instead of keeping them at arms length. he wants to rest for once in his gods damn life.
and most terrifying of all; he doesn't want to be alone anymore. ]
Gods, we're fucked aren't we? The beds been made and it's time we lay in it.
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[ He couldn't help teasing the tiefling. Molly disappearing had become so normal that he stopped expecting a change after the first few times, looking forward to the reunions instead. It suited Hugo just as well. To hear him speaking as if he means to remain. Hell forbid, maybe even put down roots in his City of Insanity. Hugo wondered what sort of power that little nerd held over Molly's heart. ]
Well. I am going to Mexico, no matter how many different methods of travel they build into that dog. I intend to come back, but understand I will be heavily tempted to do battle with the sun instead.
[ There was no way that he was going to settle down EVEN CLOSER to the equator than this city already was. No, thank you. He doesn't actually enjoy the thought of frying being an everyday occurrence. ]
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[ he'll get to actually sleep in for once! although he will have to see about replacing the bed. it's far too small, for one, and lumpy in places that Mollymauk is positive it shouldn't be. maybe he'll ever consider giving the place a few personal touches, brighten it up a little, just so everything isn't so bland and boring.
a problem for later, because thinking on it for too long will only make him anxious again. ]
You're leaving me in my time of need is what you're doing. [ he pouts but there isn't any weight to his words. ] All for that terrible Mexico sun that will only ruin your complexion.
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It was also nice to have a key somewhere. Now the next time he gets pushed into the 'what's your address' corner, he can just give someone Molly's instead of Lycaon's. This was so much better for his cover. It all works out. ]
It will do far more than ruin my complexion. I do not plan to be out in it whatsoever.
And you will have Lycaon, who has probably spent this entire time pacing and whining like a puppy who's been left at home for the first time.
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Good, I'd hate to have you come back to me all crispy.
[ the image of Lycaon pacing and whining does bring a fond smile to his face. ]
I suppose I will. We can keep each other company while you're gone. I promise I'll make sure to take him for walks every day and keep him enriched as too not miss you terribly.
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[ He counted them off on his fingers, putting them down when he came to the end. ]
There is also Caleb here. And when you are not brave enough to see him, you have the ability to call me on the phone instead. We made a deal about the day after my birthday, didn't we?