[ Khadgar pulls himself a little closer as he runs his hand in small circles over Larus' chest. It's nice to just hold each other with no deeper intent, at least for the moment. ]
Yes, we were. I'm glad that changed. [ He hopes Larus knows that already, but it can't hurt to say it again. ] I think perhaps some of the people I met won't be strangers forever either. And I know I should be kinder to myself. In a way, I have been--I never would have asked for your help a few months ago. Not from you or anyone else.
[ Almost tenderly, Larus presses his thumb against Khadgar's skin and strokes it along the shape of his spine. He's warm, and the sound of his heart beating is oddly content. ]
I still don't know if this is helping. [ Since they're being so honest with one another. ] But being here – all we can do is try. I think they're trying to draw out the worst parts of ourselves. You can't let them win by believing they're right.
[ Khadgar tilts his head back a little to encourage the stroking. It's soothing in a way he wasn't expecting but is so glad to get to enjoy. ]
This is absolutely helping. I just needed some kind words, and to not feel like everyone might think less of me. [ He sighs softly, looking resigned, and a little embarrassed. ] I've been very busy trying not to let them win by just not being the sort of person who enjoys themselves, ever. I think I like the idea of enjoying myself without shame more. It would certainly be new.
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Yes, we were. I'm glad that changed. [ He hopes Larus knows that already, but it can't hurt to say it again. ] I think perhaps some of the people I met won't be strangers forever either. And I know I should be kinder to myself. In a way, I have been--I never would have asked for your help a few months ago. Not from you or anyone else.
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I still don't know if this is helping. [ Since they're being so honest with one another. ] But being here – all we can do is try. I think they're trying to draw out the worst parts of ourselves. You can't let them win by believing they're right.
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This is absolutely helping. I just needed some kind words, and to not feel like everyone might think less of me. [ He sighs softly, looking resigned, and a little embarrassed. ] I've been very busy trying not to let them win by just not being the sort of person who enjoys themselves, ever. I think I like the idea of enjoying myself without shame more. It would certainly be new.