M'kay, here's the whole thing, plus a new post from me :P
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AkiBlue
'Physical Therapy' That couldn't be too bad right? Then his mind flashed over the things he'd probably have to help Seishu do. 'Walking, helping him stretch, there was also swimming as an activity. . . The Dream Guardian's mind wandered on about the different types of treatments. It only sounded like more and more reason for him to say no. Every suggestion sounded too up close and personal with the Nightmare Guardian. But for the sake of Crios, and to help Seishu heal, he decided to just go along with it.
Enasi had turned his head a tad too early, and saw the hole in Seishu's leg. His nose wrinkled in distaste, but he turned his gaze away once more until they had finished. Once they did, the guardian took to leaning against the wall and awaited his instructions from the doctor. Seishu's comment only made him roll his eyes, but him being smacked caused him to stifle a soft giggle. "That's not even the half of it Crios. And it's alright, there's no need to waste your breath on him. That's not going to get him to stop." Enasi knew Seishu well enough to know that an order from a dream was the last thing he'd follow- unless it pertained to his survival.
"What do you need me to do?" Enasi asked, implying that he agreed to help.
"The first task should be easy enough." Crios stepped back, and toward the door to push it open it more. "But then again, since you're so equal to Lord Enasi, I'm sure you're strong enough to get up and walk toward the door." Enasi didn't know if Crios was doing this for the sake of helping Seishu, or as some sort of pay back. The doctor caught the raised brow expression from his guardian and chuckled. "Don't fret. There's a method to my madness. I thought it would be courteous to leave Rue in peace. It's not often you see him asleep. Besides, he's had a rough day." Enasi smiled and nodded, then put his hand out to Seishu. Even still, Enasi knew Crios was probably messing with the male as well.
"Well? Come on. There's no time to waste. He does have a realm to get back to." It was obvious Crios was thoroughly enjoying the teasing towards the male. Enasi chuckled softly and let him. He was doing no harm, so it wasn't all that bad. "You heard the doctor." Enasi put his hand out for the Seishu, in case he needed the support. "Lord Enasi, try not to help him too much when he starts walking. He has to be able to support himself more than lean against you." Crios instructed in a more serious tone. The Dream Guardian nodded still waiting for Seishu.
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PopeAlessandros
Glancing over at the sleeping boy Seishu mentally agrees that it would be good for him to get some sleep. 'He did a good job today' The dreams light jabbing at him does little to the guardian's pride, but when Enasi seemed to get much amusement over the current state of affairs his old rivalry spark flares up. 'Ah yes, very amusing, seeing your underling try and bruise my ego. Well, you may not be as innocent as you seem, but there is no way I'm coming out of this on bottom. Figuratively is not literally. Being on the bottom can be fun after all. . . .' Suppressing a chuckle Seishu pushes the covers aside and shifts his legs over the opposite side of the bed from Rue. He lets the pain trickle through him softly as he pushes himself up on to his feet and starts shuffling slowly around the bed.
He stumbles slightly and gives them both a warning growl and glare before shuffling forward again. Once he's around to the side where Enasi is he smiles with the little victory. However, his joints are rather stiff so he moves quickly as he can to the other guardian's side. Slipping past the outstretched hand he instead reaches under the man's arm and grips his shoulder. With a smile he slides in to stand hip-to-hip with Enasi, being sure to keep most of his weight to himself. Looking over to Crios he murmurs, “Yes, while I could make it to the door on my own, it would be oh so rude of me not to take the help offered to me by this kind gentleman here. Let it not me said that we of the dark side do not have any courtesy.” With that he motions for Crios to lead the way.
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AkiBlue
Crios leaned against the entrance, watching Seishu slowly but surely get up. He chuckled when Seishu growled at him and Enasi. "There, there Seishu. No need to be feisty." Enasi only smiled, trying not to laugh too much and upset Seishu. The guardian started to reach for his counterpart, but instead he was forced to hold onto the back of his shoulders. "Um..." Enasi started and watched as Crios raised an eyebrow. "Sure." He said simply and turned out. "Just follow my tail. Heh, do you think you can do that?" Crios smirked and wave his tail behind him as he turned down the hall.
Enasi stayed silent as he helped Seishu follow the doctor. He didn't know what to say, and he was expecting Seishu to say something. The Dream Guardian walked ahead to lead the way.
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PopeAlessandros
'Is it just me or is something a little off about him today?' Seishu muses. As they get moving though he says aloud, “Is it me, or is that fox man coming on to me?” Shrugging best he can he adds, “I mean, he's cute and all, but I've heard of this thing called, what was it. . . “Doctor Patient syndrome” or something like that. I wouldn't want to accidentally fall in love here y'know. The commute would be such a pain just for a little nooky.” He chuckles softly as the last comment finally gets a reaction out of the Doc.
Looking over his shoulder Crios mutters, “Ha ha, very funny. Little chance of that though, seeing as I would most likely make you ill, and you would most likely make me dead before any “Nooky” could be had Night.”
Seishu's rolls his eyes but doesn’t respond. Instead he focuses on the body pressed against his side. 'Y'know, it's strange. Ever since we did that thing, I haven't really felt that need to smack him I normally have. I can still sense little flicks of his emotions, but now it's just. . . More peaceful' Unable to resist he flexes his fingers, shifting his grip on the other male's shoulder. 'I wonder where his sensitive spots are. Should be fun looking while he's forced to be “At hand” heheh'
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AkiBlue
Enasi blinked and then cleared his throat when Seishu asked the question. Crios? Hitting on Seishu? There was a light tint of embarrassment to his cheeks, but it faded quickly when Crios defended his actions. Thankfully, Crios didn't egg the comment on. Instead he ended it.
"Just try not to fall in love with my doctor. I do need him you know." Enasi commented.
When Crios got the last word, a small smirk fell on his lips as he continued ahead of the two. If he hadn't ended the conversation, Enasi was sure Seishu would find more than a few ways to make the guardian feel awkward. "I don't know how you do it Lord Enasi- dealing with him all the time, but that is why you're the Dream Guardian." Enasi continued walking at the painfully slow pace, watching as Crios glanced back every now and then. Enasi gave a small shrug toward the doctor's comment and continued.
"Would you mind picking up the pace sir? I think Night has gotten comfortable at that pace."
"Oh. Oh, sure." Enasi complied and moved a little faster. For some reason, being so close to Seishu didn't bother him like it always did. Normally, he'd be trying to keep his distance but now it seemed the other was rather calm. Enasi slowed when he felt Seishu's grip shift. He assumed the guardian needed to readjust and get comfortable again. "Are you okay?" He asked, oddly polite and completely unaware of Seishu's true intentions.
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PopeAlessandros
Seishu lets out a little whine as the new pace pulls at his leg wound. The pain makes it's way through the painkillers and he can feel his energy slip slightly. Taking a deep breath he settles the flare and growls out little tune to help him relax. It's a light sounding tune, used as a lullaby for young minions by those who run the nursery. Seishu would spend hours just watching the little ones from time to time and the tune had always helped him to unwind. His foot catches slightly on a bit of carpet and Seishu takes the opportunity to do a little exploring. His hand slips from Enasi's shoulder as he stumbles slightly. His palm runs gently but firmly down the other man's back in one smooth motion and ends up on Enasi's hip where he takes a firm grip.
Shifting to regain his balance he presses a little closer to Enasi for a second before shifting back. “Damn shoddy carpentry work on that. . .Carpet back there.” He murmurs, keeping his eyes forward as he walks his fingers up Enasi's back until he can get a grip on his shoulder again. From the moment he began to stumble Seishu kept an ear out for any changes or shifts in Enasi that might serve as hint that he may have found something.
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AkiBlue
Enasi returned to the slower pace as Seishu growled. But as he did, Crios called out to them. "No, no. Don't slow down. He has to overcome the pain." It wasn't in Enasi's nature to so cruel and force pain upon anyone. He hesitated, but once again quickened his pace. Crios nodded and continued down the hall.
"That was a...nice song." Enasi commented softly. The guardian held his calm as Seishu tried and regained his balance. There was no need to catch him him because he grabbed onto his hip. As Seishu's hand searched for a former grasp, Enasi stiffened when his hand passed over his lower back. It only lasted for a brief second because Seishu's hand went back to his shoulder. In that brief second there was a small surge of energy, mainly out of surprise. The guardian kept his eyes forward and let out a soft sigh. "Um, where exactly are we going Crios?"
The fox looked back at them. "No where in particular. Maybe around this hall and then back."
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PopeAlessandros
A slow smile finds it's way to the Nightmare Guardian's lips. 'Found a spot. Logging it away' The faint surge of energy from the other male causes a faint purr of triumph deep in his chest and a vague question comes to his mind. But first, he decides to divulge a little. “Yes, it is a nice song. I know the words and can sing it some time. I have a fairly nice voice if I do say so myself. You may even like the lyrics, seeing as we sing it to babies and children in the nursery.” Humming softly he feels the stiffness in his knees threatening to make them buckle, but with a bit of effort he remains mobile as they take the next corner.
With a sideways glance Seishu purrs again and murmurs, “I wonder what it would take you hear you purr.” He lets the question hang in the air for a moment, watching the other guardian's face. Before Enasi can respond though, he goes on. “I know you can, since I can. You can also growl for that matter, but I suppose such primal parts of yourself aren't something you're interested in?” He hums again, biting his lip before continuing. “I have some old volumes about our race I've been reading. Maybe after this is all done, I can lend them to you. Gets me off the hook for returning them, heh.” Almost as if on cue his knees give out. His free hand whips around to get a grip next to the other one and a harsh growl tears out of him as the motion sends a searing pain through his shoulder.
Turning his face away from the Doc, Seishu gives Enasi a “Tease me and die” look before dropping his head onto his shoulder and letting out a tear at the sudden shocking pain. Crios starts to move towards the two guardians, but a black whip shaped dark stream of energy lashes out and smacks into the ground at his feet. Seishu's voice grinds out, fierce and low, “You will give me a moment Doc unless you want to find out what your lower intestine tastes like.” As soon as the threat is out his anger fades and all he feels is the burning pain in his shoulder.
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AkiBlue
"Maybe you should. It would be nice to hear something not so sexual or devious from you." Enasi said with a small grin as they continued forward. His small tease was quickly replaced with embarrassment once again. 'He must really enjoy doing that...' After a moment, he responded. "I never said I couldn't. Growl or purr, I've never needed- or wanted to." The guardian quickly added, murmuring. "I don't see why you care." Enasi was well aware of what he was capable of. The only reason he never purred or growled was because he was never angry enough to growl out... And he was never in a situation...that caused him to...well, purr.
Instead of dwelling on what would probably make him growl or purr, his thoughts were interrupted by Seishu's falling. Instinctively, Enasi grabbed his hips, quickly moving his hands to his sides and caught him. "Whoa." In the process of catching him, Enasi had to make sure he didn't fall forward as well. The guardian caught the silent 'message' and obliged, staying completely silent. Surprisingly, even as Seishu lashed out, Enasi stayed calm. For some reason, he trusted him enough to know that Crios wouldn't get hurt. The Dream Guardian stands at the ready and slowly moves his hands off Seishu's sides.
Crios stayed in his place. The doctor was smart enough to know when he needed to hold his tongue. Even though he wasn't phased by the threat, he still turned away and continued to guide the two.
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PopeAlessandros
The burning sensation flares and wanes. The tugging pain in his leg throbs slowly. “Man, my own sword. I made that sword. I loved that sword, and he just took it. Yep, right out of my hand. Quality blade that, sliced through like butter. Fine sword, prolly being used to carve it's swath through the loyal ones. Yup! Well, if that black hearted bastard isn't too lazy to go out and do a little of the slaughtering himself.” Wiping his cheek on Enasi's shoulder he glances up at his counterpart. For an instant the look in his eyes is haunted, but in a flash he simply looks strained. “Bat habit that, talking to myself. Kinda a side effect of how much time we of the darker side spend with the mentally unstable, and let's not forget, criminally insane.” Shaking his head he lets out a sigh, the pressure on his hips lifting as Enasi lets him go.
'His hands were warm' Letting out a whining groan he shifts back into position so that the slow funeral march can continue. Without warning he says with a smile, “I've decided. Before I leave back to my realm for good at the end of all this, I am going to make you give in to your primal side and you will purr and growl for me.” His voice is very matter of fact. “No matter what it takes, I will find a way.” Glancing over at Enasi he adds, “By the way, that shade you turned earlier was just lovely.” His voice catches at the end and his eyes drop down for a second as he bite back a growl.
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AkiBlue
Enasi raised an eyebrow as he began rambling. What he was talking about went past the guardian, but nonetheless, he let him speak. "I don't mind it. I'm not quite sure what you're talking about, but I don't mind. If it helps, then go ahead." He gave a small shrug. His hands hovered by his sides, waiting for Seishu to relax. He couldn't help but smile softly toward his whining. 'That's...kind of cute.' One hand returned to his shoulder as Seishu started the slow walk again. "You sure you don't want to take a break? You've gotten pretty far." Though, as he said that, he realized they were nearing his room so Seishu might as well continue.
"What makes you think I will just allow you to." Enasi spoke defensively. '...you will purr and growl for me.' That echoed in his head longer than it needed to. Seishu always had a way with words... Not being in the best way either. "My question still stands... Why do you care about my primal side?" Being the worrier he was, he paused to make sure Seishu was okay. Seeing that it wasn't anything too serious besides the same injuries, he carried on.
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PopeAlessandros
A wicked smile curls Seishu's lips at Enasi's defensiveness. 'That's a good response. The fire will help. And . . .' “Oh, I don't expect you to 'allow' me to do anything in this regard. However, my dear other half,” His voice drops to a low murmur. “The fight is half the fun, remember? If you made it easy on me, there would be no point. I'll just have to come up with creative ways to reach my goals.” Looking to the hand clutching Enasi's shoulder Seishu lets his eyes trail over the black curve. 'And the little white dot, nestled inside, surrounded on every side by it's opposite save for where the eye gazes upon it from above'
His deep musing are interrupted by Crios opening the door to his room and motioning the two towards it. For some reason the doctor feels he doesn't want to interrupt Seishu, finding the insight into the man's workings fascinating. Once they reach the doorway his hand snakes out to grab the frame, bringing them to a stop. Looking around his room he sighs lightly. “As for why it interests me? There are many reason, not the very least of which is your complete lack of interest in why you seem more human than I am despite the fact that we are meant to be complements to one another.” His gaze travels around to look into Enasi's eyes. “Is it you think yourself more civilized than I? Or did they do that to you, make you so your more base urges are hidden away beneath a fog where you never think to look? I do not know the answer to that, and I'm sure you have an answer, but if it is truly the way it is and not just what you think it is is a mystery I intend to solve.”
Slipping away from the Dream Guardian's grasp he leans back against the door fram, his hand still on the other's shoulder. “There are many other reasons, not the least of which are have nothing better to do, I am truly curious about stuff like this, and I simply love the feeling echo I get off of you when I do stuff like this.” His hand slides down, finding that spot again but this time using his fingers to pull more of a response from Enasi before turning to the room and making his way carefully towards the bed. When he reaches the edge of the bed Rue turns to face him in his sleep and with a smile he bends over, reaching out to brush his fingers through his soft locks.
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AkiBlue
The only response to Seishu was a turning of his head. "Keep dreaming..." He mumbled as they walked through the door. Enasi stopped suddenly, looking over at Seishu. "Wouldn't it be best to have this discussion sitting down?" Seishu continued, declaring that his question was answered with a 'no.' As the Nightmare Guardian explained himself, even Enasi began to wonder the answer. Why had he been so 'human-like'? "I can assure you civility has nothing to do with it..." His voice was low as he defended himself. Enasi wasn't shallow enough to do such a thing. Humans weren't even civilized for that matter. They were always causing wars and always complaining. Enasi didn't respond to the second question. Even he had to admit that it could've been true... Seishu casually displayed all of his emotions and even his primal instincts, but Enasi was more closed in with his own emotions. Whatever created the two might have created them like that...
Seishu left his hold and Enasi slowly let go, watching to make sure he wouldn't fall over again. Confusion quickly turned into that of surprise when Seishu reaches for that spot that had surprised him before. Except this time, it was on purpose which meant he noticed before. A small yet audible noise escaped his lips and he stepped back. As the Nightmare Guardian turned away, he gave scowl, but his voice seemed to leave him.
Crios watched the entire thing with a raised eyebrow, knowing all too well what had just happened. The doctor kept his mouth closed and continued watching as Seishu made his way towards the bed. "Look at that. You made it all the way around. Good for you." The doctor leaned back against a wall and then chuckled. "This was just the beginning though."
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PopeAlessanros
Reveling lightly in the fact that he at least pulled some sort of noise from his counterpart Seishu feels too good to have a smart ass remark for Doc. 'That was fun, but I think I need to sleep now. . .' A faint tremble runs through him at the thought of what awaits him, however he slowly makes his way around the bed again and crawls up on to it behind Rue. The boy rolls again, his eyes peeking open for a second and with a smile and a sigh he falls back asleep. Seishu smiles back, reaching up to rub the little one's shoulder fondly before raising the hand to cover a yawn. His shoulder burns from use and with a contented growl the guardian rolls on his his back.
Crios watches the little exchange, behind him his tail curling slowly back and forth. Turning to Enasi he fixes his lord with a hard look. “I notice he's not exactly shy about his affection Lord Enasi, however I am glad you seem to be able to brush them off so easily.” There is an under tone to his voice that sounds a little mischievous but he quickly covers it up with business, and a curiosity of his own. “He needs sleep for now. I'll do a final check in a moment however first.” He glances over to the Nightmare Guardian for a moment before looking back at Enasi. “I have a question. I couldn't help but overhear most of what you two were talking about,” He waggles his ears a bit in explanation. “and if I heard right, you two are from the same race?” His voice is not judgmental, simply curious.
