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smith_john) wrote2019-10-28 07:56 pm
smith_john) wrote2019-10-28 07:56 pm
Atlas and John
"Then I'm game," he replied, whispered against Atlas's cheek before he kissed him again.
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"More than," he nodded. "I've been thinking about this for quite some time now."
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"You have? I wasn't aware," the droid said, looking concerned. "I should have noticed, I'm meant to observe and identify your needs."
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"Well, I'd like to think I was playing it cool," John confessed.
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"Oh, you were aiming for deception?" Atlas asked.
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"Not deception. Just...I wanted to wait .for you to come round. I wanted this to be an idea of your own choosing."
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"Oh, I see," Atlas replied. "I'm sorry it took me so long then."
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John laughed softly and shook his head.
"I don't think it was long of a wait at all," he assured him.
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"Oh. ...And should I report this to Easther?" he asked quietly.
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"You can if you like," he said. "There's nothing wrong about it."
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"What if she doesn't approve?" Atlas whispered. "What if they separate us?"
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"Then we can still see each other. This doesn't have to be contingent on work," he replied.
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"But I don't want that. I don't want us to not work together. I know I protest doing police work, but I value our partnership," Atlas insisted.
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"Then make that clear when you tell her," he said, reaching up to stroke Atlas's cheek.
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"Okay, I believe I can do that," Atlas replied, appearing to think and then moving closer, slipping an arm around the other man.
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John gladly held him in return, pressing a kiss to his lips.
"How do you feel?" John asked then.
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"Happy," Atlas replied easily. "I feel good here with you. Safe, cared for, important. I like those things. ...How do you feel, John?"
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"I haven't felt so alive in a very long time. Happy doesnt seem like a big enough word," he replied.
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"I'm glad," Atlas beamed. "All I've wanted to do since we met is help you- And not just because it's what my program demands. Pleasing you brings me joy, John."
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"Really?" he asked with a quizzical smile. "I want to find out all the things that bring you joy. I want to make your life better. Not that it's bad. Just...better.'
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"That's very kind and thoughtful," Atlas smiled. "Thank you."
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"I think we could both use some sleep," John suggested gently. "We can talk about this more after you see Easther tomorrow, hmm?"
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Atlas nodded, falling silent and squirming closer.
"Good night, John."
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"Good night," he replied, then closed his eyes and let sleep take him, content with the weight of the other man against him.