Complain as much as you nag, but I do love you for it.
[Now this was an excellent birthday gift just like the jacket and the cookies. This slow teasing affection was something he had most frequently with Jack, and it brightened his sour moods. So he did linger there with their faces close.
He let the jacket fall on his shoulder so he could set the box aside so he could push himself to his feet. He made a big show of it with a groan and slow motion that didn't fit with his actual physical prowess.
Once he was up, well, he was going to give a show as his clothing disappeared with wisps of black smoke until he stood in the nude. Then he reached over to pick up the new jacket, unzipping it and slipping his arms in one at a time as he shrugged it on.]
Someone has to keep on top of you at times- then again you enjoy both meanings of that.
[Jack let himself sit back comfortably, eyes rolling a little at the played up noises- but what mattered most was the fact Gabriel's mood had lifted enough he was wiling to play to this degree. Which was nice to see, honestly. The man smiled more, even if it was just around him- all he could ask for.
There was some amused huff as the other just went nude, head tipped back just a bit, trying not to laugh simply because Gabriel was indeed putting on his own show—
Moment the jacket was on? Gabriel would feel the spread of that warmth, as if he was being hugged without the extra added pressure of it. Following along the sleeves as well. Jack had meant it when he said it would keep him warm.]
[And yes, he did enjoy the double meaning there, allowing himself to relax into the situation. Okay, he'd celebrate just a little because Jack made it so that he wasn't able to avoid it any longer.
He tugged the jacket into place, pulling his long braid of white hair over one shoulder to hang down his front. He then reached back and pulled the hood up over his head, and it was one of those appropriately deep hoods that wouldn't slip easily when he turned his head. It was a good fit, and he moved his arms and shoulders to test how it moved with him.
It was warm. He could feel it soaking into his body as if he were producing his own body heat normally. He wasn't overly cold currently thanks to being with Jack and in a heated home, but it was cozy in a pleasant way and if it kept this up while he was out and about, he'd be wearing this jacket an awful lot.
He made certain to give a turn so that Jack could admire the fit as much as he did. Then he was moving to straddle Jack's lap.]
Such a charmer. No wonder I made you mine. [He leaned in to steal another kiss.] Thanks, Jack.
[That double meaning could likely stretch for a good while, joking and all it came with that wasn't, but it was just as easily dropped as well when they wanted to.
Certainly had Jack's attention, eyeing both how it did definitely fit how Gabriel liked his jackets and hoodies to do so. This would last for a good while, good quality material meant to be sturdy while feeling nice to wear at the same time. Especially the hood of it, made sure that it was gotten just right when he was having it made after collecting the materials needed.
Was more than happy that the hooded jacket ended up the way he hoped it would, too. The warmth it produced would be steady and last for a good and long while- and Jack could 'top it up' as needed after a few months or so.
He chuckle, leaning back as Gabriel took over his lap, letting a hand rest on one of the man's hips.]
Can't let this catch slip past you. [Was easy for Jack to cup ne side of Gabriel's face again, turning that stolen kiss into something that lingered for longer-] Glad you like it.
It does, and we both like the challenge and excitement that brings.
[Now that he was settled in Jack's lap comfortably and still being cozy in his new jacket, his mood had definitely been nudged into being good again. He nudged his nose against Jack's as the younger man came in for a longer and lingering kiss.
He slid the palm of his hands down Jack's arms then one moved away to grasp the end of his braid of hair. He lifted it so he could tickle the end against the side of Jack's neck and under the younger man's chin.]
No, I couldn't. The only catch I actually put a ring on. [He spoke between little kisses, still turning his head so he could rub the tip of their noses together.] You're going to force me to change my wardrobe with this.
[Was more that happy to keep his nose nudged against Gabriel's, even once the kiss had broken; soaking in the closeness just as the other man would soak in Jack's warmth. That physical touch, the weight that was the older man there something that he would never grow tired of.
Jack laughed, letting his head tip back just a bit.]
A pretty nice ring at that, if you ask me. [The fact Jack even had it on now- returning ever little kiss that he could.] At least you know you'll still look good.
[He'd been less cuddly for the previous part of the month, aware of what was coming and what he was missing from back home. It was easy to get in his own head and stay there, but it was like breathing in fresh air currently. It also meant that he was more than likely to stay just like this until Jack decided to shove him off.
Okay, maybe he would consider putting pants back on at some point.
His red eye flicked to regard the hand with the engagement ring, admiring it from afar and making a pleased noise in his throat.]
I had it specialty made for you. You deserve to wear pretty manly things, Jack. Plus it's titanium because I know you're rough. [He smirked, adding a peck to his lover's lips as he swept his hair over Jack's ear.] You have no idea how many times the politicians told me to get fashion advice from you for big meetings. Apparently a hoodie was offensive to them.
[That smile of Jack's was so very warm in and of itself, a hand lifting just so fingertips could lift and play along one side of that hood. Thumb pressing along the fabric as if to confirm just how soft it was, and just how he knew Gabriel preferred them.
Good memory of that much at least paying off rather well.]
Nice to look at and long lasting? Spoiling me. [Could likely feel that smile widen with another peck-] At least you were comfortable for those big meetings.
[It was like the smile of old, the ones that lit up a room and attracted so much attention. For a long time, it was hard to get such a smile out of Jack, but it was becoming more and more common these days. His hands lifted to stroke his palms down the side of Jack's neck, admiring that smile for as long as it stayed.
He wondered if the jacket would give off a similar warmth to those that touched it, and he hoped so for that time when he used to as a blanket for himself and Jack. Of course, if they were actually snuggling, it wasn't actually necessary as his fiancé was a furnace already.]
No, it's just a similar descriptor to you. [He smirked at the peck, replying with a nip of teeth to the younger man's lower lip.] The more uncomfortable they were, the more comfortable I was. Imagine why so few of them wanted to attend meetings where I was involved.
[Jack was leaning some into that touch, and maybe it sparked that smile of his to keep right where it was. That light to his eyes right there with it was he looked up at Gabriel. Hadn't imagined ending up like this and- well, was damn well worth it all, or so it felt in the moment.
At least the extra warmth meant the harsher chill to come would be fought off that much easier between the two of them.]
Flatterer. [With an affectionate nip right back—] The squirming was entertaining at least, even if I had to placate.
[And it wasn't just because of the smile either, though that certainly helped in expressing his opinion on the matter. The expression lightened everything about Jack, dragged years off of the man and flexed those facial scars. He leaned in so that he could kiss the corner of Jack's smiling lips affectionately.
He was warm and cozy, thank you very much. The house was warm and sitting in Jack's lap was only slightly less warm than when they cuddled under the blankets. Speaking of warmth, he moved a hand so that he could steal a cookie off of the plate.]
You spent far too many hours of your life placating those arrogant asses. This is much better. The only ass you have to placate now is mine, and that's an entirely different process.
[There was a faint sort of snorted laugh, as if there'd been some half attempt to hide it- even with that little affectionate kiss.]
Take your word on it- because you're the one that has to wake up next to me every morning.
[That easy tease rather than trying to argue the point in any way- just... letting Gabriel's opinion on his looks be what mattered over how he could feel about it. Point of being loved, wasn't it? The opinion of the one that actually mattered being the one to trust on matters like that.
He could do that- and chuckle when a still warm chocolate chip cookie was snagged from where he'd set them. All for Gabe after all, whether he wanted to share or not.]
Mm, entirely different process that tends to be more fun than not- and something I actually want to do when the need arises to placate your ass.
[Squeezing a hip that other hand of his still rested on and all.]
[Gabriel made a noise in his throat in response. He did, in fact, wake up next to Jack every morning these days. There almost was never a night that they didn't come to settle next to each other. It did give him the best perspective on Jack's beauty now didn't it?]
Mmmm, I do wake up every morning and think "that guy is hot and pretty", you know. The only downside these days is that I'm so warm and cozy in the morning that it's a struggle out of bed.
[Which felt like it had never been something that he would say. Sleeping was something that he did, but as he had gotten older and far more broken, he had come to appreciate it more and more. Both of them had spent a lot of the last few years pushing the limits of what they could handle in the way of sleep deprivation.
Jack made it easy and safe to settle in and sleep. That said a lot of how their relationship had progressed.
He took a bite of the cookie in hand and then offered it to Jack to also partake with him. It was still warm and gooey with a good crumb and an excellent balance of chocolate and surrounding cookie.]
It's true. My ass is far more pleasant to have your hands on, or so I assume.
Ha- at least being warm and cozy is one of the better reasons for getting out of bed to be a struggle.
[For having such sleeping issues before, they certainly did their damnedest to make that shared bed of theirs one of the most comfortable spots to be; mattress or hammock, they made sure whichever they picked was cozy. Which... honestly, did speak more than either of them might ever say about how things had been going between them- and not at all in a bad way.
Couldn't remember the last time he'd gotten a better nights sleep since their 'arrangement' here started, and it only got better.
Also? Incredibly hard not to smile before Jack was taking that offered cookie bite from Gabriel, not at all minding the bit of hand feeding there. Meant he could keep his hands on the other, after all. Mm, cookies really did turn out good—]
Yes and cuddling you also makes all the difference to that feeling as well.
[Even if they didn't sleep or if they sleep very small hours, they found a way to be together in the quiet dark of the night. Sure, some nights required a stake-out or exploration, but they seemed to make up for it the next night or even during the day for that nap. Yeah, they had become those old people that sometimes needed the nap to get through the rest of the day.
He chewed his mouthful of cookie, wiping the corner of his mouth with a finger to make certain that chocolate hadn't gathered there. He watched Jack chew, hoping that it was as delicious for his fiancé as it was for him.]
[Jack hummed, corner of his mouth twitching up in a bit of a smile because, well, he didn't doubt the cuddling bit at all.
Arms carefully wrapped more around Gabe, adjusting the older man on his lap, just so Jack could lean forwards with a bit of a press against him. All the easier to press a clean kiss into part of that well groomed beard and jaw—]
Doesn't hurt a bit I enjoy everything else that ass happens to be attached to as well.
[He hated his birthday so much, and yet that sensation was completely at war with how much he had grown to love Jack. The jacket was like wearing a piece of his fiance all around him, keeping him warm and reminding him what he had to look forward to at the end of the day. He found that sitting on those large muscled thighs didn't hurt his mood at all either.
He shifted his arms to curl more around Jack's shoulders, pulling the younger man closer to him at the same time Jack leaned in. His braid of white hair was trapped between their chests, but the tip still moved with his command to stroke Jack's side affectionately. His eyes fluttered closed briefly to those lips against his jaw.]
What a charmer. [He smirked, enjoying the attention.] We should buy property.
[It was his birthday - belated - and he could say what he wanted to.]
[No place that Jack would rather be at the moment—
His gaze did lift, after eyes opened, to peer up at Gabriel from where lips were still there at the other man's jaw. Was rolling that second statement a bit over in his brain simply because, well. It surprised him. Gabe likely felt the hum there where Jack's lips rested still.]
Property, huh? Got thoughts as to where that property we should buy oughta be?
[Might as well ask, rested there contently still.]
[His red eyes moved to regard Jack so that their gazes could meet. Yeah, he knew what he had done, and it wasn't the first time that they had talked about it either. Mostly it came from him pushing Jack to do something about it as an individual rather than them doing something about property together. He raised an eyebrow as he saw his lover consider the statement.
His arms tightened as he leaned more heavily on Jack. Out of reflex against rejection, his thighs tightened on the younger man's hips and thighs. He didn't acknowledge the reflex.]
Somewhere close enough to a lake or river to make use of water. I figure you'd want fruit trees.
[Jack felt those reflexive movements, and couldn't help but move a hand up and down along Gabriel's back slowly, fingertips rubbing those idle circles into the material and aiming for the muscles he knew were tensing back there as he spoke—]
Fruit trees, maybe a few nut trees- be able to make some mean pies once they start producing. Or other goods- you ever have candied nuts?
[Just... easing in that thought that no rejection was coming with that. With this.]
Build a nice house there with a solid basement- second floor, maybe an attic.
[He sighed from his nose when he became aware of Jack's hand moving to comfort him in that old man assurance kind of way. He leaned their heads closer together, resting his cheek more to Jack's temple in response. His hands swept down to stroke the younger man's shoulders and he considered distracting them both with more cookies.
No, they were talking about an important subject. He'd save the distraction for after.]
You do like to make pies about as much as most midwesterners. It's good that we have a potential stable food source to rely on.
[They could talk around the topic a bit, about what property would mean for them both.]
Definitely would need a basement and an attic. Attic could be a sewing room... though what do you think of a barn attachment for Blue and Specter?
Pies, cobblers- you name it and I probably remember one of Ma's recipes.
[The time Jack had spent in the kitchen with her while he was a kid, barely seeing over the countertops and busy with whatever chores he had been given around the house. Times after school or when he got back from an outing with friends. Good memories.
Kept up that motion of his hand on Gabriel's back, head tilted enough to rest there as they were.]
Do some rotation crops, keep the soil good. Growing and hunting ensuring that stable food source- and a barn attachment would be a good idea. Attic with enough space to give you freedom to do with it as you want.
You could have a bunch of those on sale at the Harvest. You know that people would buy them on the way out after a meal.
[He appreciated how much Jack had taken to cooking, baking and distilling. It was enough to keep the younger man busy every day, and there were hardly any worries unless there was too much experimentation with that moonshine. Then he would tucking Jack into the hammock early and having to bed down himself to keep those nightmares at bay.
It seemed to him that this was an idea both of them had been thinking about, but they tried to make it seem like they weren't about to 'settle' and 'retire' in this place at all. They fought the very notion of both, and yet, they both probably knew they needed to.]
You know I'm not much of a farmer, but I can do heavy labor just fine. Hunting is something I also can do well. Figure you might also want a few other... animals for that barn?
Mm, a fresh baked pie or cobbler that's still nice and warm is hard to resist....
[For some people at least, but it wasn't a bad idea. Most of what he brought into the Harvest that wasn't provided by the attached garden came from the farmers he'd gotten friendly with, were more than happy to help supply what was needed. It was a decent connection to make, always be some supply going to the Harvest whether he was around or not.
Fingertips trailed up along the back of Gabriel's neck, just so fingers could creep into his hair, even with it tied back as it was. Slow little scalp massage.]
Together we could keep it running well, get it all how the both of us like well enough. [Somewhere quiet, but still close enough if needed-] A few cows, maybe some goats and sheep?
[For his part, the survival aspect was something that he could fall back on as well as the fact that it would keep them busy. They wouldn't be surrounded by their thoughts in the quiet times, but settling was something he avoided. He hadn't managed it in Deerington, and he wasn't about to start now. Except that he was right here with this ongoing conversation.
His head leaned towards those fingers, and his arms dropped away from Jack's shoulders so that he could slip his arm hands up and under the younger man's shirt. His fingers played over hard muscles and the smoothest of skin that told him where every scar was.]
A distillery in the back somewhere and a green house to get through the winter months. We could become partial suppliers to the Harvest. [He shrugged his shoulders. He'd never had a farm animal before. Annabelle and Specter were the first pets he had ever had.] Whatever you want. I guess I would have to learn how to treat wool....
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Date: 2023-12-30 05:46 am (UTC)From:[Now this was an excellent birthday gift just like the jacket and the cookies. This slow teasing affection was something he had most frequently with Jack, and it brightened his sour moods. So he did linger there with their faces close.
He let the jacket fall on his shoulder so he could set the box aside so he could push himself to his feet. He made a big show of it with a groan and slow motion that didn't fit with his actual physical prowess.
Once he was up, well, he was going to give a show as his clothing disappeared with wisps of black smoke until he stood in the nude. Then he reached over to pick up the new jacket, unzipping it and slipping his arms in one at a time as he shrugged it on.]
Does it suit me?
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Date: 2023-12-30 06:06 am (UTC)From:[Jack let himself sit back comfortably, eyes rolling a little at the played up noises- but what mattered most was the fact Gabriel's mood had lifted enough he was wiling to play to this degree. Which was nice to see, honestly. The man smiled more, even if it was just around him- all he could ask for.
There was some amused huff as the other just went nude, head tipped back just a bit, trying not to laugh simply because Gabriel was indeed putting on his own show—
Moment the jacket was on? Gabriel would feel the spread of that warmth, as if he was being hugged without the extra added pressure of it. Following along the sleeves as well. Jack had meant it when he said it would keep him warm.]
Handsome as ever, so I'd say so.
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Date: 2023-12-30 04:35 pm (UTC)From:[And yes, he did enjoy the double meaning there, allowing himself to relax into the situation. Okay, he'd celebrate just a little because Jack made it so that he wasn't able to avoid it any longer.
He tugged the jacket into place, pulling his long braid of white hair over one shoulder to hang down his front. He then reached back and pulled the hood up over his head, and it was one of those appropriately deep hoods that wouldn't slip easily when he turned his head. It was a good fit, and he moved his arms and shoulders to test how it moved with him.
It was warm. He could feel it soaking into his body as if he were producing his own body heat normally. He wasn't overly cold currently thanks to being with Jack and in a heated home, but it was cozy in a pleasant way and if it kept this up while he was out and about, he'd be wearing this jacket an awful lot.
He made certain to give a turn so that Jack could admire the fit as much as he did. Then he was moving to straddle Jack's lap.]
Such a charmer. No wonder I made you mine. [He leaned in to steal another kiss.] Thanks, Jack.
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Date: 2023-12-31 07:57 am (UTC)From:[That double meaning could likely stretch for a good while, joking and all it came with that wasn't, but it was just as easily dropped as well when they wanted to.
Certainly had Jack's attention, eyeing both how it did definitely fit how Gabriel liked his jackets and hoodies to do so. This would last for a good while, good quality material meant to be sturdy while feeling nice to wear at the same time. Especially the hood of it, made sure that it was gotten just right when he was having it made after collecting the materials needed.
Was more than happy that the hooded jacket ended up the way he hoped it would, too. The warmth it produced would be steady and last for a good and long while- and Jack could 'top it up' as needed after a few months or so.
He chuckle, leaning back as Gabriel took over his lap, letting a hand rest on one of the man's hips.]
Can't let this catch slip past you. [Was easy for Jack to cup ne side of Gabriel's face again, turning that stolen kiss into something that lingered for longer-] Glad you like it.
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Date: 2023-12-31 04:46 pm (UTC)From:[Now that he was settled in Jack's lap comfortably and still being cozy in his new jacket, his mood had definitely been nudged into being good again. He nudged his nose against Jack's as the younger man came in for a longer and lingering kiss.
He slid the palm of his hands down Jack's arms then one moved away to grasp the end of his braid of hair. He lifted it so he could tickle the end against the side of Jack's neck and under the younger man's chin.]
No, I couldn't. The only catch I actually put a ring on. [He spoke between little kisses, still turning his head so he could rub the tip of their noses together.] You're going to force me to change my wardrobe with this.
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Date: 2024-01-01 05:08 pm (UTC)From:[Was more that happy to keep his nose nudged against Gabriel's, even once the kiss had broken; soaking in the closeness just as the other man would soak in Jack's warmth. That physical touch, the weight that was the older man there something that he would never grow tired of.
Jack laughed, letting his head tip back just a bit.]
A pretty nice ring at that, if you ask me. [The fact Jack even had it on now- returning ever little kiss that he could.] At least you know you'll still look good.
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Date: 2024-01-01 05:22 pm (UTC)From:Okay, maybe he would consider putting pants back on at some point.
His red eye flicked to regard the hand with the engagement ring, admiring it from afar and making a pleased noise in his throat.]
I had it specialty made for you. You deserve to wear pretty manly things, Jack. Plus it's titanium because I know you're rough. [He smirked, adding a peck to his lover's lips as he swept his hair over Jack's ear.] You have no idea how many times the politicians told me to get fashion advice from you for big meetings. Apparently a hoodie was offensive to them.
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Date: 2024-01-01 05:54 pm (UTC)From:Good memory of that much at least paying off rather well.]
Nice to look at and long lasting? Spoiling me. [Could likely feel that smile widen with another peck-] At least you were comfortable for those big meetings.
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Date: 2024-01-01 08:32 pm (UTC)From:He wondered if the jacket would give off a similar warmth to those that touched it, and he hoped so for that time when he used to as a blanket for himself and Jack. Of course, if they were actually snuggling, it wasn't actually necessary as his fiancé was a furnace already.]
No, it's just a similar descriptor to you. [He smirked at the peck, replying with a nip of teeth to the younger man's lower lip.] The more uncomfortable they were, the more comfortable I was. Imagine why so few of them wanted to attend meetings where I was involved.
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Date: 2024-01-02 11:23 am (UTC)From:At least the extra warmth meant the harsher chill to come would be fought off that much easier between the two of them.]
Flatterer. [With an affectionate nip right back—] The squirming was entertaining at least, even if I had to placate.
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Date: 2024-01-04 02:32 pm (UTC)From:[And it wasn't just because of the smile either, though that certainly helped in expressing his opinion on the matter. The expression lightened everything about Jack, dragged years off of the man and flexed those facial scars. He leaned in so that he could kiss the corner of Jack's smiling lips affectionately.
He was warm and cozy, thank you very much. The house was warm and sitting in Jack's lap was only slightly less warm than when they cuddled under the blankets. Speaking of warmth, he moved a hand so that he could steal a cookie off of the plate.]
You spent far too many hours of your life placating those arrogant asses. This is much better. The only ass you have to placate now is mine, and that's an entirely different process.
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Date: 2024-01-05 10:21 am (UTC)From:Take your word on it- because you're the one that has to wake up next to me every morning.
[That easy tease rather than trying to argue the point in any way- just... letting Gabriel's opinion on his looks be what mattered over how he could feel about it. Point of being loved, wasn't it? The opinion of the one that actually mattered being the one to trust on matters like that.
He could do that- and chuckle when a still warm chocolate chip cookie was snagged from where he'd set them. All for Gabe after all, whether he wanted to share or not.]
Mm, entirely different process that tends to be more fun than not- and something I actually want to do when the need arises to placate your ass.
[Squeezing a hip that other hand of his still rested on and all.]
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Date: 2024-01-05 02:29 pm (UTC)From:Mmmm, I do wake up every morning and think "that guy is hot and pretty", you know. The only downside these days is that I'm so warm and cozy in the morning that it's a struggle out of bed.
[Which felt like it had never been something that he would say. Sleeping was something that he did, but as he had gotten older and far more broken, he had come to appreciate it more and more. Both of them had spent a lot of the last few years pushing the limits of what they could handle in the way of sleep deprivation.
Jack made it easy and safe to settle in and sleep. That said a lot of how their relationship had progressed.
He took a bite of the cookie in hand and then offered it to Jack to also partake with him. It was still warm and gooey with a good crumb and an excellent balance of chocolate and surrounding cookie.]
It's true. My ass is far more pleasant to have your hands on, or so I assume.
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Date: 2024-01-08 10:03 pm (UTC)From:[For having such sleeping issues before, they certainly did their damnedest to make that shared bed of theirs one of the most comfortable spots to be; mattress or hammock, they made sure whichever they picked was cozy. Which... honestly, did speak more than either of them might ever say about how things had been going between them- and not at all in a bad way.
Couldn't remember the last time he'd gotten a better nights sleep since their 'arrangement' here started, and it only got better.
Also? Incredibly hard not to smile before Jack was taking that offered cookie bite from Gabriel, not at all minding the bit of hand feeding there. Meant he could keep his hands on the other, after all. Mm, cookies really did turn out good—]
Far, far more pleasant.
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Date: 2024-01-10 02:36 pm (UTC)From:[Even if they didn't sleep or if they sleep very small hours, they found a way to be together in the quiet dark of the night. Sure, some nights required a stake-out or exploration, but they seemed to make up for it the next night or even during the day for that nap. Yeah, they had become those old people that sometimes needed the nap to get through the rest of the day.
He chewed his mouthful of cookie, wiping the corner of his mouth with a finger to make certain that chocolate hadn't gathered there. He watched Jack chew, hoping that it was as delicious for his fiancé as it was for him.]
Glad that you think so. You basically own it now.
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Date: 2024-01-10 05:30 pm (UTC)From:Arms carefully wrapped more around Gabe, adjusting the older man on his lap, just so Jack could lean forwards with a bit of a press against him. All the easier to press a clean kiss into part of that well groomed beard and jaw—]
Doesn't hurt a bit I enjoy everything else that ass happens to be attached to as well.
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Date: 2024-01-14 05:03 pm (UTC)From:He shifted his arms to curl more around Jack's shoulders, pulling the younger man closer to him at the same time Jack leaned in. His braid of white hair was trapped between their chests, but the tip still moved with his command to stroke Jack's side affectionately. His eyes fluttered closed briefly to those lips against his jaw.]
What a charmer. [He smirked, enjoying the attention.] We should buy property.
[It was his birthday - belated - and he could say what he wanted to.]
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Date: 2024-01-14 08:13 pm (UTC)From:His gaze did lift, after eyes opened, to peer up at Gabriel from where lips were still there at the other man's jaw. Was rolling that second statement a bit over in his brain simply because, well. It surprised him. Gabe likely felt the hum there where Jack's lips rested still.]
Property, huh? Got thoughts as to where that property we should buy oughta be?
[Might as well ask, rested there contently still.]
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Date: 2024-01-14 08:28 pm (UTC)From:His arms tightened as he leaned more heavily on Jack. Out of reflex against rejection, his thighs tightened on the younger man's hips and thighs. He didn't acknowledge the reflex.]
Somewhere close enough to a lake or river to make use of water. I figure you'd want fruit trees.
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Date: 2024-01-14 10:17 pm (UTC)From:Fruit trees, maybe a few nut trees- be able to make some mean pies once they start producing. Or other goods- you ever have candied nuts?
[Just... easing in that thought that no rejection was coming with that. With this.]
Build a nice house there with a solid basement- second floor, maybe an attic.
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Date: 2024-01-14 10:37 pm (UTC)From:No, they were talking about an important subject. He'd save the distraction for after.]
You do like to make pies about as much as most midwesterners. It's good that we have a potential stable food source to rely on.
[They could talk around the topic a bit, about what property would mean for them both.]
Definitely would need a basement and an attic. Attic could be a sewing room... though what do you think of a barn attachment for Blue and Specter?
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Date: 2024-01-14 10:59 pm (UTC)From:[The time Jack had spent in the kitchen with her while he was a kid, barely seeing over the countertops and busy with whatever chores he had been given around the house. Times after school or when he got back from an outing with friends. Good memories.
Kept up that motion of his hand on Gabriel's back, head tilted enough to rest there as they were.]
Do some rotation crops, keep the soil good. Growing and hunting ensuring that stable food source- and a barn attachment would be a good idea. Attic with enough space to give you freedom to do with it as you want.
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Date: 2024-01-14 11:08 pm (UTC)From:[He appreciated how much Jack had taken to cooking, baking and distilling. It was enough to keep the younger man busy every day, and there were hardly any worries unless there was too much experimentation with that moonshine. Then he would tucking Jack into the hammock early and having to bed down himself to keep those nightmares at bay.
It seemed to him that this was an idea both of them had been thinking about, but they tried to make it seem like they weren't about to 'settle' and 'retire' in this place at all. They fought the very notion of both, and yet, they both probably knew they needed to.]
You know I'm not much of a farmer, but I can do heavy labor just fine. Hunting is something I also can do well. Figure you might also want a few other... animals for that barn?
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Date: 2024-01-15 12:25 am (UTC)From:[For some people at least, but it wasn't a bad idea. Most of what he brought into the Harvest that wasn't provided by the attached garden came from the farmers he'd gotten friendly with, were more than happy to help supply what was needed. It was a decent connection to make, always be some supply going to the Harvest whether he was around or not.
Fingertips trailed up along the back of Gabriel's neck, just so fingers could creep into his hair, even with it tied back as it was. Slow little scalp massage.]
Together we could keep it running well, get it all how the both of us like well enough. [Somewhere quiet, but still close enough if needed-] A few cows, maybe some goats and sheep?
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Date: 2024-01-15 12:42 am (UTC)From:[For his part, the survival aspect was something that he could fall back on as well as the fact that it would keep them busy. They wouldn't be surrounded by their thoughts in the quiet times, but settling was something he avoided. He hadn't managed it in Deerington, and he wasn't about to start now. Except that he was right here with this ongoing conversation.
His head leaned towards those fingers, and his arms dropped away from Jack's shoulders so that he could slip his arm hands up and under the younger man's shirt. His fingers played over hard muscles and the smoothest of skin that told him where every scar was.]
A distillery in the back somewhere and a green house to get through the winter months. We could become partial suppliers to the Harvest. [He shrugged his shoulders. He'd never had a farm animal before. Annabelle and Specter were the first pets he had ever had.] Whatever you want. I guess I would have to learn how to treat wool....
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