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Afterparty Buffet

[So, that trial sure happened, didn't it? And on nearly empty stomachs, no less. That's why people might catch Alastor headed for the kitchen as soon as they're out of the theater, obviously intent on making food. He's in there a while, actually, and the hallway outside of it smells strongly of some rather tasty food.

What he's up to will become clear when he goes around to tell people to visit the mess hall. There, he's set up a varied buffet on one of the tables, all of various foods easy to serve in small portions. This includes small slices of beef only very lightly seared on the outside, but also more fully cooked fare, and even a few fruit and vegetable dishes. Plus the requisite spread of alcohol, because it sure has been A Day, huh?

...Also, while Hermes obviously doesn't eat, he still gets the instructions to go to the mess hall. Huh.]

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[ When Alastor sits next to him, there's enough of a shift in his mood that has him smiling gently. ]

I think that's only because of how positively starving the majority of us were, I'd guess.

[ Speaking of which, going to take a couple of bites because he has MISSED having these kinds of things this past week. Though... after a moment he's going to move and kiss Alastor on the cheek, mindful of what appeared to be a burn from those herbs Aoi used against the vines. ]

How are you doing, hmm? Those were quite some heroic feats you pulled off today. Great work, Alastor.

[It's not just the burns tinting his cheeks violet now as he pours himself a glass of wine.]

Yeah, well... [He chews on his lower lip, then sighs.] Just glad it doesn't seem like anyone's hurt in ways they won't heal from. Those herbs might have stung, but it wasn't direct enough to do anything serious.

[ Going to also take a small drink from his glass, giving a small nod following the other's words. ]

So you're saying you won't let me put something on them to help make them not sting as much??

[ After his teasing, his expression shifts to something a bit more serious. ]

Whatever that thing was... I don't know why it decided to go after Zack like that. If we hadn't acted so quickly... we could have lost someone else.

Not sure balms made for humans would be much help for a devil, anyway. We are kinda, well, allergic to some things humans consider medicinal.

[That's kinda where the burn came from, after all.]

And...it's pretty obvious at this point that there's something off about Zack. I wonder if it might be starting to consider him a problem, if only because he's a clue.

That's a shame. I really wanted to be able to take care of you...

[ Hm. He took another couple of bites as he considered all of that, then nodded. ]

It sounds like we all should be making more an effort to keep an eye on him, then. Not for any nefarious reasons, but moreso to keep him safe going forwards.

Yeah, considering those vines are everywhere...

[He chews on a slice of beef, then leans against Roland.]

But you know, I will need to take it easy to heal properly. Breakfast in bed might help.

Precisely. Ones that usually only I can see, granted.. but... [ A sigh. ] Yeah. I'm quite getting tired of seeing them.

[ After taking a drink, he moved to wrap an arm around Alastor's waist lightly. ]

Mm... I think that can be arranged. [ He paused, considering something. ] Would you mind if I ended up moving into your room with you, then?

Let's just hope you never have to visit the underworld.

[He offers Roland a taste of his own drink, a sweet red wine.]

Not surprised you wouldn't want to stay in the room you used to share with Val. Always room for you in mine, even when I do feel like sleeping.

Well. I could handle it in small doses, but seeing just this for so long is becoming a bit much for now.

[ Going to just accept this and takes a small taste with a pleased hum. That's quite a nice flavor. ]

You're right. I'd rather share a space with someone I love, and this way neither of us have to sleep alone. [ A bit of concern fell across his face just then. ] Are you managing alright on the minimal sleep you are getting?

[Oh, that word...yeah, he's blushing again.]

It's fine, demons don't sleep as much as humans. Mostly just to recover from injuries or overexertion.

[ Seeing that familiar blush just makes him chuckle softly, moving to take another bite of his dinner afterwards. ]

That sounds to me like you're going to have a good sleep tonight, then. I'll be there to ensure that, of course.

Got plenty to sleep off now, yeah. Still, can't find myself objecting if it means I'll be in such good company tonight.

You'll have good company every night here from now on, as long as you'll have me.

[ Once more, this was just how he was and he didn't plan to change. ]

I'm not sure I'll feel like sleeping every night, but...

[He puts a now bare hand on Roland's cheek and gives him a gentle, affectionate kiss on the lips.]

I'm sure having you up against me will make my nights more comfortable even when I'm awake.

[ With that hand on his cheek and such a sweet, gentle kiss? He can't help but positively melt as he returned it. ]

Absolutely.

[ There's nothing but warmth here in his voice, and shining in his eyes. ]

Best make sure to get settled in before I sleep, and you should be fine. I tend to not let go easy, as you may have noticed.

Yeah, I have.

[He laughs and musses Roland's hair.]

At least neither of us will have to worry about needing someone to confirm where we were in the middle of the night. I don't think either of us could get up without waking the other.

[ That just makes him laugh softly, not minding the way it's left his blond locks even messier than before. ]

You have quite a point! That is very true!

[ This floaty feeling of being in love? He enjoys it so, SO much. Sometimes he worries he might come off as overbearing, but trusts if Alastor needs his space that he'll simply tell him as much. ]

Mm... and by the way, Alastor? Don't think me loving you is going to make me go any easier on you during our sparring matches. Though I suspect you won't mind that.

I'd be insulted if it did. After all, the job of a sparring partner is to keep someone on their toes, isn't it?

Precisely!

[ A nod of his head, not even wasting any time in doing so. ]

You're quite good at that. It's never been boring, sparring with you. Though I suppose one of my tricks is out of the bag now, isn't it?

[ In reference to the end of the trial, where Alastor may or may not have seen him split Durandal into two 'swords'. ]

Heh, don't worry...just means I can respond in kind. You're not the only one who can handle two swords at once.

Ah, good. You'd best prove that the next time we spar, then.

[ There's a small, knowing smile as he made to take another couple bites of dinner. Yeah, he's tired too after everything. Though it doesn't stop him from shifting just enough to lean in close to Alastor's ear, to add in something only he will hear. ]

If you win the next sparring match? You can have me as the reward.

[ Just as if nothing happened at all, he's content to even take a drink from his glass now. Seeming VERY pleased with himself. Nobody said he 'couldn't' flirt, after all. ]

[He blinks at that...then laughs. Oh, two can play at that game. He leans in to whisper in return.]

As if you could resist either way. But if you win, I'll be sure to teach you something new.

[And then he's back to his own dinner, cheerfully devouring another slice of bleeding meat.]

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