( she melts slightly under his kisses, and if she weren't recovering, she would probably roll him onto his back. next time )
I hope you don't have any ideas.
( lightly teasing, because she knows he means to rest, so he can ensure she's alright. she'd love to do more in his bed that day, but that could stay a nice dream )
Though I wouldn't want you to tire of my company too quickly.
( and she doesn't know if it would feel awkward just lounging in his bed rather than her own )
[ That draws a soft chuckle from him, nuzzling against her cheek before he settles his head on the pillow. ]
Just enjoying your company. And getting you some much needed rest.
[ He certainly doesn't need sex to make any moment they share special, though he knows she's only teasing. ]
What if I tell you if I do tire of your company? [ He's nothing if not direct and pragmatic, and he likes to think they would both be honest if they just need to retreat to their own privacy at some point. He wouldn't take it to heart, and he knows Rowena wouldn't either. ] Until then, I see no reason why you should leave.
( she's warmed by the statement, knowing it's honest and true. rowena's nod in return shares that same honesty, her belief in him that he would let her know if something was wrong without worrying about it. it's perhaps the first time she's believed something like this and not worried about the perception of her )
Then I'll stay.
( she skims her hand across him until she can find his hand, linking their fingers together )
And I would be very content resting here for now. Though later I may need a favour of you. A book or two.
( she didn't expect him to sit with her for every minute but they also may have wanted to spend some time on their own thing. besides, she'd find that some of her research interests overlapped with his )
[ He's safe in the knowledge that she will let him know if she needs to have her own space for a while. There's no concern on his end that she may tire of his presence because he knows she'll let him know before it gets to that point. ]
Well, you can take your pick. [ He gestures to the volumes currently on the table nearby. ] Or I can go fetch you another one, if you're hoping for a different topic.
[ He pulls her in closer, a gentle tug so he won't hurt her. ]
Good, because I definitely don't feel like moving right now.
[ Not that he thought she was trying to get him to, not when she's curled up against him so warmly. He'll gladly fetch her more books and her journal later, maybe even some food, but for now, getting a bit more sleep cuddled up with her sounds wonderful. ]
( her head tucks under his chin, and rowena rests a hand against his chest. though they talk a little more their words fade, content laid against the other, with rowena drifting back to sleep against him. she's warm and comfortable, content against him and she sleeps easily.
when she wakes it's a couple of hours later, well-rested after that nice additional piece of sleep. though some of her soreness has returned, partly from how she'd been laid as she slept, having turned slightly more onto her side.
there's a slight hiss with her movement as she eases herself back onto her back )
[ Erik has always been a light sleeper, and it doesn't take much for him to wake once she does. He still doesn't open his eyes, adjusting only to allow her freedom of movement when she shifts, but when she lets out that hiss, he slowly cracks his eyes open, head lifting from the pillow as he looks her over. ]
[ He lifts his arm just enough to give her freedom of movement, letting her settle on her back. While still close, he's a little more careful now, his arm resting more lightly across her waist. ]
Well, I'd say I'm sorry, but...
[ He trails off with a soft chuckle, leaning in to press a kiss just below her ear. ]
( comfortable and content? of course she was going to be able to have a nice sleep )
I might be able to heal myself a little more, too.
( though she wasn't at full strength after how much magic she'd exerted the day before she was more recovered, especially after sleeping for longer. her wound might be healed but if she could heal any more internal soreness that she woduld enjoy )
[ Mostly a playful remark, but also genuine. He's glad to offer the comfort and warmth, whenever she might need or want it. If it helps her with her injuries and her rest, then all the better. ]
Or you could try a little more patience and wait until you've recovered more.
[ What if using her magic to heal herself only ends up exhausting her further, and does nothing for her injuries? It will do her no harm to wait a couple more days. ]
That almost sounds as if you're trying to keep me in your bed.
( her voice is light enough that she passes it off as a playful remark, particularly with their conversation before having gone back to sleep. through really there's some impatience there, not being used to having to sit still. well, aside from her last resurrection and that had been painful in every sense )
I know my limits.
( when she wasn't injured, anyway. yesterday was a rare occurrence )
Well, I'm not going to complain if you stay a little longer.
[ But no, he's not triyng to make her do anything. First of all, he would not be able to, and secondly, he doesn't want to. He just wants her to feel alright again, and not push herself any harder than her body can handle right now. ]
I know you do. And I know you'd purposefully try to push yourself past them.
[ She's stubborn and far too similar to him, in that regard. ]
( she avoids his gaze when he says that, confirming that he's right with the gesture. rowena does know her limits but with magic and impatience she does push past them. if she knows something can be done or needs to be that's more important.
after a moment she sighs, turning her head to look at him again )
I'd at least like to shower, and then we can see what this day has. Whether it is reading or perhaps a short walk.
( and she wouldn't even complain too much at how short it was )
[ He can't actually stop her, to be fair. She's a grown woman, and he respects her right to choose what she wishes to do. He can still try to reason with her, and he knows she's at least willing to listen to him. ]
I think we can manage that much.
[ By that he means the walk, not that he'll help her with the shower. Unless she wants the help. He's not going to say no. ]
( she pushes herself up slowly, careful to do so as painlessly as possible. once she's leaned against her pillow, she reaches out to him, running her fingers across his cheek )
You could join me.
( it's not that she needs him there, she can manage a shower alone, but wanting him there, and the softer intimacy of sharing a shower with him )
[ He tips his head at the touch, glancing up towards her, his hand idly stroking her side. ]
Mm, I could. [ Just to clarify: ] I'd like that very much.
[ Just so she doesn't think he'd only do it to help her. The thought of sharing a shower with her actually sounds incredibly appealing, especially after last night. ]
her hand slips to under his chin, a gentle nudge to beckon him closer so she can kiss him easier as she leans towards him. it's soft and light, and brief as she draws away, lowering her hand so she can move towards the edge of the bed )
[ They are both naked, actually. How incredibly convenient.
He shifts as she slides out of bed, rolling over and watching her with a small smile. When she beckons him to follow, he sits up, slipping out from beneath the covers and catching up to her, a hand resting on her waist as he leans down for a quick kiss to her cheek.
The water will already be running as they go into the bathroom, though he lets it heat a little before coaxing her to get inside. ]
( she takes the opportunity to kiss him again as the water heats, hands resting on his shoulders until he coaxes her in the shower. she wishes she had something to tie her hair back with, not prepared to deal with shower-fresh hair, but she has nothing. she'll have to deal with it later.
there's a relieved sigh as she steps under the hot spray, letting it run over her back, turning slightly to ease her shoulders under it, making a full turn )
[ If only she'd asked, he would have easily fashioned a pin from the nearest piece of metal, but since she doesn't, he figures getting her hair wet isn't really an issue.
He slides his hands up her sides and back, his thumbs pressing gently between her shoulder blades, kneading the flesh. He leans down to kiss her neck while he works the knots in her muscles, a low hum breathed close to her ear. ]
I agree, and... the company makes it all the better.
( she hums softly in agreement, leaning into his touch. his hands work over her muscles with skill, and it's the best massage that rowena's had (from a partner) in a long time. she winces slightly when he hits a sore spot, leaning her head back against his chest )
I haven't shared a shower with someone in a while.
( she might have some very casual sex and have had partners in recent years, but no one she's wanted to share a shower with, or even fuck in the shower )
[ Well, he wouldn't say he's especially knowledgeable when it comes to body massages, but he's gentle enough and he knows what feels good. That's all he's aiming for here.
He keeps kissing her all the while, idly pressing his lips to her neck and jaw, slowly nuzzling behing her ear. His hands work their way down to her lower back, fingers curled around her waist. ]
Do feel free to let me know whenever you'd like the company again.
[ Meaning that he is enjoying himself quite a bit right now too, and he's very much willing to repeat the experience whenever she likes. ]
( or he did. and given their new relationship, rowena has no doubts that there will be a next time.
she lays her hands over his, coaxing one across her body to fit it over her breast, tilting her head to kiss his jaw. stood here with him was the most relaxed that rowena had felt since arriving in this realm )
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I hope you don't have any ideas.
( lightly teasing, because she knows he means to rest, so he can ensure she's alright. she'd love to do more in his bed that day, but that could stay a nice dream )
Though I wouldn't want you to tire of my company too quickly.
( and she doesn't know if it would feel awkward just lounging in his bed rather than her own )
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Just enjoying your company. And getting you some much needed rest.
[ He certainly doesn't need sex to make any moment they share special, though he knows she's only teasing. ]
What if I tell you if I do tire of your company? [ He's nothing if not direct and pragmatic, and he likes to think they would both be honest if they just need to retreat to their own privacy at some point. He wouldn't take it to heart, and he knows Rowena wouldn't either. ] Until then, I see no reason why you should leave.
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Then I'll stay.
( she skims her hand across him until she can find his hand, linking their fingers together )
And I would be very content resting here for now. Though later I may need a favour of you. A book or two.
( she didn't expect him to sit with her for every minute but they also may have wanted to spend some time on their own thing. besides, she'd find that some of her research interests overlapped with his )
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[ He's safe in the knowledge that she will let him know if she needs to have her own space for a while. There's no concern on his end that she may tire of his presence because he knows she'll let him know before it gets to that point. ]
Well, you can take your pick. [ He gestures to the volumes currently on the table nearby. ] Or I can go fetch you another one, if you're hoping for a different topic.
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They're somewhere to start.
( she lowers back down, taking the opportunity to cuddle closer to him )
We'll see how it goes, though having my journal could be useful. It's not immediately necessary.
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Good, because I definitely don't feel like moving right now.
[ Not that he thought she was trying to get him to, not when she's curled up against him so warmly. He'll gladly fetch her more books and her journal later, maybe even some food, but for now, getting a bit more sleep cuddled up with her sounds wonderful. ]
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when she wakes it's a couple of hours later, well-rested after that nice additional piece of sleep. though some of her soreness has returned, partly from how she'd been laid as she slept, having turned slightly more onto her side.
there's a slight hiss with her movement as she eases herself back onto her back )
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Feeling alright?
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Sleeping alone, I stayed on my back.
( she eases herself slowly onto her back again, letting her stomach ease again as her body straightens back out, laid flat )
With you, old habits crept in. A warm body's apparently hard to resist.
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Well, I'd say I'm sorry, but...
[ He trails off with a soft chuckle, leaning in to press a kiss just below her ear. ]
I'm glad you got some sleep, though.
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( comfortable and content? of course she was going to be able to have a nice sleep )
I might be able to heal myself a little more, too.
( though she wasn't at full strength after how much magic she'd exerted the day before she was more recovered, especially after sleeping for longer. her wound might be healed but if she could heal any more internal soreness that she woduld enjoy )
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[ Mostly a playful remark, but also genuine. He's glad to offer the comfort and warmth, whenever she might need or want it. If it helps her with her injuries and her rest, then all the better. ]
Or you could try a little more patience and wait until you've recovered more.
[ What if using her magic to heal herself only ends up exhausting her further, and does nothing for her injuries? It will do her no harm to wait a couple more days. ]
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( her voice is light enough that she passes it off as a playful remark, particularly with their conversation before having gone back to sleep. through really there's some impatience there, not being used to having to sit still. well, aside from her last resurrection and that had been painful in every sense )
I know my limits.
( when she wasn't injured, anyway. yesterday was a rare occurrence )
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[ But no, he's not triyng to make her do anything. First of all, he would not be able to, and secondly, he doesn't want to. He just wants her to feel alright again, and not push herself any harder than her body can handle right now. ]
I know you do. And I know you'd purposefully try to push yourself past them.
[ She's stubborn and far too similar to him, in that regard. ]
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after a moment she sighs, turning her head to look at him again )
I'd at least like to shower, and then we can see what this day has. Whether it is reading or perhaps a short walk.
( and she wouldn't even complain too much at how short it was )
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I think we can manage that much.
[ By that he means the walk, not that he'll help her with the shower. Unless she wants the help. He's not going to say no. ]
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You could join me.
( it's not that she needs him there, she can manage a shower alone, but wanting him there, and the softer intimacy of sharing a shower with him )
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Mm, I could. [ Just to clarify: ] I'd like that very much.
[ Just so she doesn't think he'd only do it to help her. The thought of sharing a shower with her actually sounds incredibly appealing, especially after last night. ]
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her hand slips to under his chin, a gentle nudge to beckon him closer so she can kiss him easier as she leans towards him. it's soft and light, and brief as she draws away, lowering her hand so she can move towards the edge of the bed )
Coming?
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He shifts as she slides out of bed, rolling over and watching her with a small smile. When she beckons him to follow, he sits up, slipping out from beneath the covers and catching up to her, a hand resting on her waist as he leans down for a quick kiss to her cheek.
The water will already be running as they go into the bathroom, though he lets it heat a little before coaxing her to get inside. ]
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there's a relieved sigh as she steps under the hot spray, letting it run over her back, turning slightly to ease her shoulders under it, making a full turn )
Thus is delightful.
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He slides his hands up her sides and back, his thumbs pressing gently between her shoulder blades, kneading the flesh. He leans down to kiss her neck while he works the knots in her muscles, a low hum breathed close to her ear. ]
I agree, and... the company makes it all the better.
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I haven't shared a shower with someone in a while.
( she might have some very casual sex and have had partners in recent years, but no one she's wanted to share a shower with, or even fuck in the shower )
You're reminding me of how enjoyable they can be.
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He keeps kissing her all the while, idly pressing his lips to her neck and jaw, slowly nuzzling behing her ear. His hands work their way down to her lower back, fingers curled around her waist. ]
Do feel free to let me know whenever you'd like the company again.
[ Meaning that he is enjoying himself quite a bit right now too, and he's very much willing to repeat the experience whenever she likes. ]
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( or he did. and given their new relationship, rowena has no doubts that there will be a next time.
she lays her hands over his, coaxing one across her body to fit it over her breast, tilting her head to kiss his jaw. stood here with him was the most relaxed that rowena had felt since arriving in this realm )
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