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KILLUA
I forgot its a full moon tongiht and im a little bit worried, I dunno whats gonna happen but i know its probably better/safer/ect if Im around a witch Im bonded to....
Are you home??? Sorry for the short notice!!
Its my first one :-(
[dummy, Killua knows that; he's been here with you the whole time...]
I forgot its a full moon tongiht and im a little bit worried, I dunno whats gonna happen but i know its probably better/safer/ect if Im around a witch Im bonded to....
Are you home??? Sorry for the short notice!!
Its my first one :-(
[dummy, Killua knows that; he's been here with you the whole time...]
[ Of course he knows. And he's been wondering all day if they should make some sort of arrangements, waiting for Gon to ask. But despite his expectations, Gon hadn't reached out by the time it was nearing sundown, so Killua was just trying to figure out how to ask him instead--
And then he gets Gon's messages. Ah.
He forgot. Killua was over here being anxious on his behalf, and Gon wasn't even paying attention!! ]
you FORGOT?
It's not short notice. I have a calendar
hurry up if you're coming over
And then he gets Gon's messages. Ah.
He forgot. Killua was over here being anxious on his behalf, and Gon wasn't even paying attention!! ]
you FORGOT?
It's not short notice. I have a calendar
hurry up if you're coming over
Oh you were waiting ?
wow
I THOUGHT IT WAS STILL THE 2ND
okay yes be there soon!!
[Gon had a feeling that if Killua agreed to Gon's request, he'd say something like that—so he already has his bag packed and ready to go, and he makes quick work of jogging down to Killua's place.
he's not sure why he feels so anxious. he's been a little worried about it, but now it feels a little overwhelming. he assumes that being in Killua's company will help assuage the irrational worry. after all, there wasn't anything Gon could do except for accept whatever happened; panicking was useless, and not like him.
antsy, Gon wraps his knuckles on Killua's door, ears folded back in anticipation.]
Killuaaaa...
wow
I THOUGHT IT WAS STILL THE 2ND
okay yes be there soon!!
[Gon had a feeling that if Killua agreed to Gon's request, he'd say something like that—so he already has his bag packed and ready to go, and he makes quick work of jogging down to Killua's place.
he's not sure why he feels so anxious. he's been a little worried about it, but now it feels a little overwhelming. he assumes that being in Killua's company will help assuage the irrational worry. after all, there wasn't anything Gon could do except for accept whatever happened; panicking was useless, and not like him.
antsy, Gon wraps his knuckles on Killua's door, ears folded back in anticipation.]
Killuaaaa...
[While Rikku isn't exactly close with Killua, she's had a few friendly interactions with him during her witch classes at the Coven. They've partnered together on a few things during the actual coursework, and she cheerfully falls into step besides him as they are leaving in the late afternoon.]
Hey there! Headed home?
[As they step out of the Coven building, a cacophony of revelment can be heard not too far away. It seems a house party celebrating who-knows-what has started to spill into the streets, complete with partiers in various states of inebriating singing, dancing, and waving over anyone and everyone to join the festivities.
Rikku would be lying if she said the idea of checking it out didn't appeal to her.]
Ooooor do you wanna go see what those guys are doing?
Hey there! Headed home?
[As they step out of the Coven building, a cacophony of revelment can be heard not too far away. It seems a house party celebrating who-knows-what has started to spill into the streets, complete with partiers in various states of inebriating singing, dancing, and waving over anyone and everyone to join the festivities.
Rikku would be lying if she said the idea of checking it out didn't appeal to her.]
Ooooor do you wanna go see what those guys are doing?
[ Killua doesn't even bother pretending he wasn't waiting anxiously by the door. He opens it immediately.
He can feel the echo of Gon's anxiety too, both of their uncertainty about tonight reverberating back and forth across the Bond. It feels like a bad feedback loop, but Killua's ability to recognize it doesn't mean he can quell the feelings.
Gon looks so unlike himself when he's nervous, those big, fuzzy new ears of his pressed back. They're a dead giveaway, even if his voice hadn't been. ]
There's no need to whine. Get in here.
[ Killua ushers him inside, shutting the door behind him. On second thought, he locks it too. ]
They still doing all the festivals and parties outside tonight too?
He can feel the echo of Gon's anxiety too, both of their uncertainty about tonight reverberating back and forth across the Bond. It feels like a bad feedback loop, but Killua's ability to recognize it doesn't mean he can quell the feelings.
Gon looks so unlike himself when he's nervous, those big, fuzzy new ears of his pressed back. They're a dead giveaway, even if his voice hadn't been. ]
There's no need to whine. Get in here.
[ Killua ushers him inside, shutting the door behind him. On second thought, he locks it too. ]
They still doing all the festivals and parties outside tonight too?
[but Gon likes whining!!!
Gon slips inside eagerly, already feeling some relief just being around someone he trusts, strong and capable enough to handle anything that.... goes wrong. Gon regrets not inquiring more about full moon behavior on his a few weeks ago...]
Yeah, it seems like it...
I mean, I doubt it's actually all that unsafe, since everyone still seems active...
[but not knowing what to expect in general, it's clear that Gon doesn't quite trust himself. he carefully shimmies off his bag, placing it by the entrance of Killua's entrance.]
It's probably gonna be another hour or so before anything weird happens to me, I figured, based on the position of the moon right now?
Gon slips inside eagerly, already feeling some relief just being around someone he trusts, strong and capable enough to handle anything that.... goes wrong. Gon regrets not inquiring more about full moon behavior on his a few weeks ago...]
Yeah, it seems like it...
I mean, I doubt it's actually all that unsafe, since everyone still seems active...
[but not knowing what to expect in general, it's clear that Gon doesn't quite trust himself. he carefully shimmies off his bag, placing it by the entrance of Killua's entrance.]
It's probably gonna be another hour or so before anything weird happens to me, I figured, based on the position of the moon right now?
As it turns out, not being automatically filthy rich and having to worry about money for once in his life is actually kind of a pain in the ass. So when Killua spots the request for help gathering supplies from a rare, dangerous animal out in the Wilde for a hefty compensation, it's a no-brainer -- this is the perfect plan to get rich quick!
He'll be making trips out into the Wilde a few times throughout the month.
a. The bitter cold is kind of annoying (and unexpected, when the city has been so damn hot), and he ends up having to buy extra clothing, which turns out to not be enough after all. Well, not enough to be comfortable. He can survive just fine even in freezing temperatures, thanks to his thorough training, but it doesn't mean he likes it.
If he's traveling in search of the reclusive deer with a fellow Witch, perhaps one with more experience, Killua turns to them to ask:
"Hey, do you know any enchantments to enhance these gloves? My fingers are freezing, ugh."
b. For a teenager, Killua's clearly alarmingly experienced in stalking and killing his prey, but he's not the type to rush in without thinking. Thankfully, he paid full attention to the quest information, and he knows it's a bad idea to hurt the deer. All they need to do is be fast and sneaky enough to grab the fruit and dash away.
For now, he conceals his presence, crouched in some shriveled, snow-laden foliage as he observes the small herd of white deer. While he waits for his move, perhaps he realizes he's not alone.
Is another hunter stalking the same prey? Or did he come here with someone else who got separated? For anyone rushing in with the intent to harm the creatures, they're either in for an unpleasant time if they succeed, or a rude interruption when Killua leaps out of the bushes to grab them.
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He'll be making trips out into the Wilde a few times throughout the month.
a. The bitter cold is kind of annoying (and unexpected, when the city has been so damn hot), and he ends up having to buy extra clothing, which turns out to not be enough after all. Well, not enough to be comfortable. He can survive just fine even in freezing temperatures, thanks to his thorough training, but it doesn't mean he likes it.
If he's traveling in search of the reclusive deer with a fellow Witch, perhaps one with more experience, Killua turns to them to ask:
"Hey, do you know any enchantments to enhance these gloves? My fingers are freezing, ugh."
b. For a teenager, Killua's clearly alarmingly experienced in stalking and killing his prey, but he's not the type to rush in without thinking. Thankfully, he paid full attention to the quest information, and he knows it's a bad idea to hurt the deer. All they need to do is be fast and sneaky enough to grab the fruit and dash away.
For now, he conceals his presence, crouched in some shriveled, snow-laden foliage as he observes the small herd of white deer. While he waits for his move, perhaps he realizes he's not alone.
Is another hunter stalking the same prey? Or did he come here with someone else who got separated? For anyone rushing in with the intent to harm the creatures, they're either in for an unpleasant time if they succeed, or a rude interruption when Killua leaps out of the bushes to grab them.
(( ooc: wildcards welcome! Killua will be going back and forth a few times, so feel free to assume he either connected with your character through the quest pickup somehow if you want them to have made plans earlier, or just ran into each other in the woods while looking for the deer. I'm flexible! if you have questions or ideas you want to discuss, pls PM this journal or hit me up at
Really? [ Killua looks a bit surprised. But then again, the people who aren't native to this place are a tiny minority of the population -- and they're the ones unused to their changes and probably most at risk of unsafe behavior due to them. Maybe it's not surprising that the natives don't let the moons interrupt their festivities. ]
I guess it depends on the individual. It's not like people talk about the full moons being some horrible, dangerous time. The other Mirrorbound like us who I asked mentioned the biggest danger was being without a Bond for too long.
[ His cheeks heat as he remembers their own Bonding ceremony not that long again. ]
...and we took care of that.
You'll be fine.
[ He's also done some research on what's supposed to help someone struggling with the full moons or ferality. Which makes the pink linger in his cheeks. ]
You hungry?
I guess it depends on the individual. It's not like people talk about the full moons being some horrible, dangerous time. The other Mirrorbound like us who I asked mentioned the biggest danger was being without a Bond for too long.
[ His cheeks heat as he remembers their own Bonding ceremony not that long again. ]
...and we took care of that.
You'll be fine.
[ He's also done some research on what's supposed to help someone struggling with the full moons or ferality. Which makes the pink linger in his cheeks. ]
You hungry?
Hey! [ Killua was stretching his arms above his head, and he lets go of the stretch with a smile, sticking his hands in his pockets while Rikku falls into step beside him. ]
Uh, yeah, I guess.
[ Why? He looks over at his fellow new Witch, tilting his head curiously. The suggestion makes his gaze flick to the party-goers, eyes narrowing thoughtfully, though not without interest. ]
Not like I have anything else to do. It's some sort of festival this week, isn't it?
Uh, yeah, I guess.
[ Why? He looks over at his fellow new Witch, tilting his head curiously. The suggestion makes his gaze flick to the party-goers, eyes narrowing thoughtfully, though not without interest. ]
Not like I have anything else to do. It's some sort of festival this week, isn't it?
[Gon catches how Killua's cheeks bloom with that pretty pink color that seems so unique to his pallor. it reminds him of spring blooms, so rejuvenating to behold in the first place just the same. such that it makes Gon's smile grow, even if his eyes tuck away from the sight itself. Gon's glad Killua has overall become a more confident, more outspoken person... but it's also nice he still has this side too, Gon's reminded.]
Yeah, natives don't seem all that worried about it... but they've had a lifetime to prepare for it, right?
[and Gon doesn't know what a "normal person" in this world is compared to their world, but Gon wonders if even in this place, he's an anomaly—but regardless, whatever the case, Gon trusts Killua to be able to handle whatever comes of it.]
But yeah, you're right; I'll be fine, since we made a Bond.
[and classically, Killua pivots the subject. Gon isn't mad about it; he knows how Killua is. he beams, ears flipping upwards. seems Gon's mood has turned right around, now that he's with Killua...]
A little!! I could snack. I had some dinner earlier, but I had a big workout today.
Yeah, natives don't seem all that worried about it... but they've had a lifetime to prepare for it, right?
[and Gon doesn't know what a "normal person" in this world is compared to their world, but Gon wonders if even in this place, he's an anomaly—but regardless, whatever the case, Gon trusts Killua to be able to handle whatever comes of it.]
But yeah, you're right; I'll be fine, since we made a Bond.
[and classically, Killua pivots the subject. Gon isn't mad about it; he knows how Killua is. he beams, ears flipping upwards. seems Gon's mood has turned right around, now that he's with Killua...]
A little!! I could snack. I had some dinner earlier, but I had a big workout today.
[ Aha! He fell for it! Killua ambles toward the small kitchen. There's a fruit bowl on the counter and a can of varied nuts. Killua pushes them toward Gon, grabbing an apple for himself. ]
Here. If you want something else, the stew you made a couple days ago is still in the fridge.
[ Speaking of their Bond... with Gon so close, Killua can't seem to get his heartbeat under control. He's not sure if it's his own anxiety or Gon's or what, but it makes him feel so jittery.
He really wants to reach out and touch Gon somehow. It's an instinct, obtrusively trying to make its way out of the back of his mind to the forefront of everything he's thinking about right now.
No. Not yet. If Gon wants to, if things start getting bad. ]
Here. If you want something else, the stew you made a couple days ago is still in the fridge.
[ Speaking of their Bond... with Gon so close, Killua can't seem to get his heartbeat under control. He's not sure if it's his own anxiety or Gon's or what, but it makes him feel so jittery.
He really wants to reach out and touch Gon somehow. It's an instinct, obtrusively trying to make its way out of the back of his mind to the forefront of everything he's thinking about right now.
No. Not yet. If Gon wants to, if things start getting bad. ]
[he didn't fall for it, Killua.... he.. let u have that win... but ok..]
Ah! Yeah, that should be fine.
[Gon scoots the bowl closer to himself after Killua's initial little push, opting for a juicier stone-fruit. Gon's ears flick happily, and he doesn't seem to notice, distractedly giving the skin of it a good sniff before he bites into it carefully, anticipating the mess.
regarding their Bond, it's not as if Gon doesn't feel it too—but it doesn't feel particularly more tempting than usual to make some pointless contact with Killua for any other reason than for the fun of it, so it's easily suppressed for the moment. but because of the same Bond, being close, even without touching (and even with the temptation for touch steadily mounting), is quite satisfying. Gon already feels much better.]
Do you feel any different yet?
[Gon ceases the flow some of the drip from his bite of fruit with a catch of his lips against his wrist, blinking his wide eyes to his friend.]
Full moons affect Witches too, right?
Ah! Yeah, that should be fine.
[Gon scoots the bowl closer to himself after Killua's initial little push, opting for a juicier stone-fruit. Gon's ears flick happily, and he doesn't seem to notice, distractedly giving the skin of it a good sniff before he bites into it carefully, anticipating the mess.
regarding their Bond, it's not as if Gon doesn't feel it too—but it doesn't feel particularly more tempting than usual to make some pointless contact with Killua for any other reason than for the fun of it, so it's easily suppressed for the moment. but because of the same Bond, being close, even without touching (and even with the temptation for touch steadily mounting), is quite satisfying. Gon already feels much better.]
Do you feel any different yet?
[Gon ceases the flow some of the drip from his bite of fruit with a catch of his lips against his wrist, blinking his wide eyes to his friend.]
Full moons affect Witches too, right?
[ Killua blinks. And quickly looks away before he can get caught staring at Gon doing something so stupid and... cute. Ugh.
He bites into his own fruit as if in retaliation, with a crunching noise as his teeth tear off a piece of the apple. He's not even hungry. ]
I guess. At the Coven, they talk about planning big magical rituals and spells for the full moons, but one of the instructors told me they've observed Mirrorbound Witches aren't stronger on the full moons at all.
I don't feel any different, though.
He bites into his own fruit as if in retaliation, with a crunching noise as his teeth tear off a piece of the apple. He's not even hungry. ]
I guess. At the Coven, they talk about planning big magical rituals and spells for the full moons, but one of the instructors told me they've observed Mirrorbound Witches aren't stronger on the full moons at all.
I don't feel any different, though.
Me neither! Yet. Maybe we'll both feel different soon, [Gon ponders aloud through a mouthful of fruit, chewing around it as he talks, eyes rolling up as he thinks.]
I wish I knew what to anticipate, though...
[idly, as he thinks, Gon cleans his fingers before he has another bite.]
I know I won't go feral, cuz we're Bonded. But the full moon still affects Monsters... I thought it affected Witches too, but I guess I can't remember specifically hearing that anyplace. I was just assuming...
[peach still in hand, Gon wanders towards Killua's window, tilting his head curiously as his horns tap against the glass, preventing him from peeking as close as he wants to. seems he's still getting used to the differential in the space he takes up, now.]
It's always so bright at night, here... You wouldn't even know it was this late back home, based on how light it still feels outside, even though the sun's been going down...
I wish I knew what to anticipate, though...
[idly, as he thinks, Gon cleans his fingers before he has another bite.]
I know I won't go feral, cuz we're Bonded. But the full moon still affects Monsters... I thought it affected Witches too, but I guess I can't remember specifically hearing that anyplace. I was just assuming...
[peach still in hand, Gon wanders towards Killua's window, tilting his head curiously as his horns tap against the glass, preventing him from peeking as close as he wants to. seems he's still getting used to the differential in the space he takes up, now.]
It's always so bright at night, here... You wouldn't even know it was this late back home, based on how light it still feels outside, even though the sun's been going down...
Back home, these deer wouldn't have posed a problem. His Signs would be more than enough to keep them calm while he picks the fruit. It's different now. A vague annoyance, but at least he's got Jaskier's little magic devices for assistance. Geralt's not about to say it out loud to the bard (his bonded now, which is a thought he isn't reflecting on at the moment), but they're useful.
He's got one of them with him now: a round grenade-like object that releases a sleeping cloud into the air. He's waiting behind a thicket of bushes and trees when it seems they both realize at the same time they're not alone. His eyes flick upwards, not so much seeing who's there as catching his scent in the air.
Geralt pauses. He doesn't know if the boy realizes the deer can't be wounded or not, but either way, he doesn't want to knock him out with the deer. Waiting until he can catch the boy's gaze, he gestures for him to come over this way.
He's got one of them with him now: a round grenade-like object that releases a sleeping cloud into the air. He's waiting behind a thicket of bushes and trees when it seems they both realize at the same time they're not alone. His eyes flick upwards, not so much seeing who's there as catching his scent in the air.
Geralt pauses. He doesn't know if the boy realizes the deer can't be wounded or not, but either way, he doesn't want to knock him out with the deer. Waiting until he can catch the boy's gaze, he gestures for him to come over this way.
Edited 2020-08-12 00:13 (UTC)
I think it does-- or at least it affects magic. In class they mentioned waiting to perform big spells on a full moon because most Witches' power is strongest then. But then the instructor said, supposedly, they've found Mirrorbound magic doesn't always work that way? Whatever that means. I didn't ask around. Maybe I should've looked on the network...
[ Great. Now he's getting a bit anxious too. For the same reason as Gon: it's unnerving not knowing what to expect. It's not as though he noticed anything previously but it's been a weird time since then, plus he's Bonded to a faun now.
Killua walks over to join Gon, looking out the window. A shower of sparks blooms across the darkening sky, like fireworks though he doesn't hear a bang. The partiers are out in full force again, it would seem. ]
That's how it is in the city. It's a big place.
[ Great. Now he's getting a bit anxious too. For the same reason as Gon: it's unnerving not knowing what to expect. It's not as though he noticed anything previously but it's been a weird time since then, plus he's Bonded to a faun now.
Killua walks over to join Gon, looking out the window. A shower of sparks blooms across the darkening sky, like fireworks though he doesn't hear a bang. The partiers are out in full force again, it would seem. ]
That's how it is in the city. It's a big place.
[Gon's dark eyes catch the glimmering cracks of colorful light well. as they dissipate into smoke, Gon turns to Killua at his words, beaming wide with excitement.]
Right?! It's bigger than I thought, at first!
[Gon lets go of a delighted, bubbly laugh.]
I actually really like it here, so far.
[Gon takes another bite of his peach, looking at Killua thoughtfully now that he's turned back around... he tilts his head, leaning forward somewhat into Killua's personal space (as is his won't) to peer at him curiously through the thick fan of his blinking bovine eyelashes.]
What about Killua?
Right?! It's bigger than I thought, at first!
[Gon lets go of a delighted, bubbly laugh.]
I actually really like it here, so far.
[Gon takes another bite of his peach, looking at Killua thoughtfully now that he's turned back around... he tilts his head, leaning forward somewhat into Killua's personal space (as is his won't) to peer at him curiously through the thick fan of his blinking bovine eyelashes.]
What about Killua?
[ Oh. Gon is suddenly... so close.
Killua's eyes widen, face going instantly hot. Something about those long lashes, the way Gon peers up through them with his little smile, makes the distance between them feel even more minuscule and sets Killua's heart racing.
He panics, rocking back half a step on his heels. ]
It's... fine. The magic's kinda cool.
Killua's eyes widen, face going instantly hot. Something about those long lashes, the way Gon peers up through them with his little smile, makes the distance between them feel even more minuscule and sets Killua's heart racing.
He panics, rocking back half a step on his heels. ]
It's... fine. The magic's kinda cool.
Hmm... Just kind of?
[Gon blinks, wondering what's gotten Killua so flustered like that all of a sudden—but smiles, because he also loves to see it. Gon has the kindest presentation of a meanness maybe ever. he straightens up, turning to peek out the window again, this time guarding the window from his horns when he turns.]
But there's lots of cool stuff to see, and there's a lot of interesting people here, too...
[Gon walks back kind of more towards the kitchen island, taking another careful bite of his peach, mindful of its mess.]
Getting to hear about other people's worlds and stuff is pretty cool. I was just talking to someone who is a Witch, but also a deer person! And apparently humans don't even exist in his world.
[Gon finishes up the peach, dropping the pit into the proper bin.]
To be honest, I think I'd be having a lot of fun even if you weren't here. So cuz of that, I'm really glad to be here with you!
[Gon blinks, wondering what's gotten Killua so flustered like that all of a sudden—but smiles, because he also loves to see it. Gon has the kindest presentation of a meanness maybe ever. he straightens up, turning to peek out the window again, this time guarding the window from his horns when he turns.]
But there's lots of cool stuff to see, and there's a lot of interesting people here, too...
[Gon walks back kind of more towards the kitchen island, taking another careful bite of his peach, mindful of its mess.]
Getting to hear about other people's worlds and stuff is pretty cool. I was just talking to someone who is a Witch, but also a deer person! And apparently humans don't even exist in his world.
[Gon finishes up the peach, dropping the pit into the proper bin.]
To be honest, I think I'd be having a lot of fun even if you weren't here. So cuz of that, I'm really glad to be here with you!
Yeah... I gotta admit I miss--
[ Being able to use his nen. At least, he was going to say that before realizing suddenly that even when they got home, Gon still wouldn't have his. Killua amends his thought quickly, with barely a stumble. ]
--knowing what I'm doing. There are so many stupid rules and rituals and magic words and crap. I thought I'd just be able to go zap! whoosh! and make a fireball shoot out of my hands or whatever!
[ Naturally, he's not at all surprised that's not the case. But it would have been cool, regardless.
Killua turns to watch Gon wander around the kitchen. His own apple sits half-eaten in his palm. Killua glances down at it, then back up at Gon while he talks.
The earnest observation on Gon's part makes Killua's chest squeeze, and his heart thump weirdly.
...even knowing it's selfish and stupid, he doesn't really like to hear that Gon would be having just as much fun without him (or so Killua construes it).
He takes another bite with a loud crunch, tearing into the fruit as though it's suddenly offended him. His mouth is still full when he speaks. ]
Good, you should be grateful. Considering how many people are here from all sorts of other worlds, the odds are crazy we happened to arrive together.
[ Being able to use his nen. At least, he was going to say that before realizing suddenly that even when they got home, Gon still wouldn't have his. Killua amends his thought quickly, with barely a stumble. ]
--knowing what I'm doing. There are so many stupid rules and rituals and magic words and crap. I thought I'd just be able to go zap! whoosh! and make a fireball shoot out of my hands or whatever!
[ Naturally, he's not at all surprised that's not the case. But it would have been cool, regardless.
Killua turns to watch Gon wander around the kitchen. His own apple sits half-eaten in his palm. Killua glances down at it, then back up at Gon while he talks.
The earnest observation on Gon's part makes Killua's chest squeeze, and his heart thump weirdly.
...even knowing it's selfish and stupid, he doesn't really like to hear that Gon would be having just as much fun without him (or so Killua construes it).
He takes another bite with a loud crunch, tearing into the fruit as though it's suddenly offended him. His mouth is still full when he speaks. ]
Good, you should be grateful. Considering how many people are here from all sorts of other worlds, the odds are crazy we happened to arrive together.
[he'd be having fun—just not as much fun!
Gon is meandering back towards Killua as he talks rudely around his mouthful of apple, and Gon grins cheekily with another airy little laugh, shoulders raising as his fingers link behind his back, arms straight.]
You're probably right, but it also feels kind of obvious. Like it would be more surprising if it went any other way.
[more disappointing at least, certainly. Gon's confidence in their friendship is obviously slowly rebuilding; when he'd first arrived in this place, it would have been in his place in his penance, of course, so obviously, to not arrive with Killua.
but from how immediately they clicked back together (even with some expected hiccups, circumstances and consequences considered), how immediately and how earnestly fun spending time together became, and how their Bond was only delayed by Gon's own anxious trepidation and not by any means an unwillingness on Killua's part...
of course they arrived together.
but on the other hand—what would have been more fair would have been if Killua had at least arrived with Alluka. Gon's been wondering about it, but doesn't want to prod a sore spot so soon; Killua's now without the purpose he'd finally found... but maybe it's best for a child younger than them not to be here.]
I hope you're having fun too, Killua.
Gon is meandering back towards Killua as he talks rudely around his mouthful of apple, and Gon grins cheekily with another airy little laugh, shoulders raising as his fingers link behind his back, arms straight.]
You're probably right, but it also feels kind of obvious. Like it would be more surprising if it went any other way.
[more disappointing at least, certainly. Gon's confidence in their friendship is obviously slowly rebuilding; when he'd first arrived in this place, it would have been in his place in his penance, of course, so obviously, to not arrive with Killua.
but from how immediately they clicked back together (even with some expected hiccups, circumstances and consequences considered), how immediately and how earnestly fun spending time together became, and how their Bond was only delayed by Gon's own anxious trepidation and not by any means an unwillingness on Killua's part...
of course they arrived together.
but on the other hand—what would have been more fair would have been if Killua had at least arrived with Alluka. Gon's been wondering about it, but doesn't want to prod a sore spot so soon; Killua's now without the purpose he'd finally found... but maybe it's best for a child younger than them not to be here.]
I hope you're having fun too, Killua.
[ Killua worries about her. Often. But what can he do? His best chance is to study magic and try to keep tabs on the Coven, hoping they'll figure out a spell to send them home again soon-- and at the correct rift in their dimension so that he won't have been gone too long.
That's a lot of ifs. Killua has to push the worry aside (at least until he's alone at night again, unable to sleep).
He swallows his mouthful, strolling past Gon to go throw away the core. ]
There are a lot of parts that are fun and interesting. And we've only really seen the city-- and not even all of it. There's lots to take in.
So... I'm... glad you're here too.
[ He means it. Despite the awkwardness and the both of them still clearly struggling a little with how their friendship is supposed to work now, Killua's immensely relieved to at least have Gon.
Gon thinks he'll have had fun even without him here. Killua doesn't think he could say the same. ]
That's a lot of ifs. Killua has to push the worry aside (at least until he's alone at night again, unable to sleep).
He swallows his mouthful, strolling past Gon to go throw away the core. ]
There are a lot of parts that are fun and interesting. And we've only really seen the city-- and not even all of it. There's lots to take in.
So... I'm... glad you're here too.
[ He means it. Despite the awkwardness and the both of them still clearly struggling a little with how their friendship is supposed to work now, Killua's immensely relieved to at least have Gon.
Gon thinks he'll have had fun even without him here. Killua doesn't think he could say the same. ]
Yeah!
[Gon's expression lights up with excitement, and he balls his fists. and though Gon's thoughts are always curiously clinging to Killua's whereabouts, he's actually found himself perfectly content to spend just as much time away from Killua as he feels to spend his time with Killua. he's liking that they're both branching out in their own directions, meeting new friends...
but at the end of the day, Gon feels like he can't get enough of Killua's company to be satisfied. even if they spent every minute together. it's like his yearning and his remorse, all tucked away back home as he was, culminated in this weird, impossible craving.
as Gon and Killua continue to chat, snack, playfully pester one another and light-heartedly bicker, Gon's feeling increasingly energized. then he complains a little bit of a dry mouth, and a headache... the anxious energy Gon had been feeling all day is suddenly swelling, even if he doesn't necessarily feel bad.
sitting in Killua's living room, the two have more or less come to anticipating...whatever is to come as finally arriving. Gon's taken off his jacket and his boots, his body temperature having suddenly skyrocketed, and now he's groaning and holding his head, feeling quite fed up with suffering within eye-shot of Killua and worrying him.
the pain's bad enough that Gon's forehead is creased from the tension between his brows, teeth grit and eyes closed tight, his skin breaking out in a bit of sweat—and though Gon hasn't noticed, his horns have subtly grown...almost twice the size they were an hour ago. agitated, Gon scratches at his upper arms and squirms, huffing through his nose.]
Ugh, this is so annoying! My head is killing me... Are full moons always this painful?? No wonder Fauns are always drinking... "Celebrating" the full moons must be polite language for "coping with"...
[Gon's expression lights up with excitement, and he balls his fists. and though Gon's thoughts are always curiously clinging to Killua's whereabouts, he's actually found himself perfectly content to spend just as much time away from Killua as he feels to spend his time with Killua. he's liking that they're both branching out in their own directions, meeting new friends...
but at the end of the day, Gon feels like he can't get enough of Killua's company to be satisfied. even if they spent every minute together. it's like his yearning and his remorse, all tucked away back home as he was, culminated in this weird, impossible craving.
as Gon and Killua continue to chat, snack, playfully pester one another and light-heartedly bicker, Gon's feeling increasingly energized. then he complains a little bit of a dry mouth, and a headache... the anxious energy Gon had been feeling all day is suddenly swelling, even if he doesn't necessarily feel bad.
sitting in Killua's living room, the two have more or less come to anticipating...whatever is to come as finally arriving. Gon's taken off his jacket and his boots, his body temperature having suddenly skyrocketed, and now he's groaning and holding his head, feeling quite fed up with suffering within eye-shot of Killua and worrying him.
the pain's bad enough that Gon's forehead is creased from the tension between his brows, teeth grit and eyes closed tight, his skin breaking out in a bit of sweat—and though Gon hasn't noticed, his horns have subtly grown...almost twice the size they were an hour ago. agitated, Gon scratches at his upper arms and squirms, huffing through his nose.]
Ugh, this is so annoying! My head is killing me... Are full moons always this painful?? No wonder Fauns are always drinking... "Celebrating" the full moons must be polite language for "coping with"...
[ They'd ended up on the sofa, with some juice to drink and a pack of cards sitting on the table that Killua had brought out in case Gon wanted a distraction. It's gotten increasingly difficult for both of them to focus on the conversation as Gon's discomfort becomes more and more obvious-- both visible and through their Bond. Killua can't feel his pain, but he can tell.
The way his horns have grown looks like they'd cause headache all on their own at this size, and never mind the growing pains. Yeesh. ]
Well, I don't have any alcohol, if that's what you're asking for.
[ Killua huffs, knowing that's not what Gon meant. He scoots a bit closer along the couch. ]
I've heard being with the person you're Bonded with is supposed to help. Like... touching and stuff...
[ Of various kinds. The book had been... a bit more explicit than he'd expected, but of course Killua's not about to bring something like that up. It just makes his cheeks flush as he offers his hand, palm up. ]
It can't hurt to try.
The way his horns have grown looks like they'd cause headache all on their own at this size, and never mind the growing pains. Yeesh. ]
Well, I don't have any alcohol, if that's what you're asking for.
[ Killua huffs, knowing that's not what Gon meant. He scoots a bit closer along the couch. ]
I've heard being with the person you're Bonded with is supposed to help. Like... touching and stuff...
[ Of various kinds. The book had been... a bit more explicit than he'd expected, but of course Killua's not about to bring something like that up. It just makes his cheeks flush as he offers his hand, palm up. ]
It can't hurt to try.
[it's not too weird, honestly; they touch all the time, though Gon doesn't think Killua ever thinks consciously about the casual arm slung here or the back-slap or high-five there... so what's rare is Killua's frank suggestion, but Gon actually isn't that surprised by it.]
Oh... you're right. I've heard that too, [Gon answers with a mumble, palming his temple irritably.] A friend told me that before the Lunar Eclipse festival, even. [so, a while ago. back when Gon was first cautioned to get a bond, though Sora had been talking about transformations; Gon hadn't considered the same benefits would apply to full moons. he hasn't heard a lot about it outside of that; he certainly hasn't seen the material Killua has... but Gon has kept his nose out of books, for the most part.
predictably, Gon isn't shy when he takes Killua's offered hand, and he notices the warmth in Killua's complexion. it's not unexpected—he's still a shy person, for all his maturing, gained confidence and general machismo.
the effect is immediate, such that it makes Gon blink in surprise; a warm, soothing ripple is felt from his hand down nearly all the way to his chest, and Gon is immediately intrigued. the pain does diminish somewhat, and it feels... amazing besides.]
...Wow. I can feel it. It feels kinda funny...
[in the sense that it's beyond anything Gon's ever felt, anyway. hard to describe.
inspired and deeply curious, Gon blinks again, and actually guides Killua's hand after grasping it—right to the base of his steadily, slowly growing horns, by Gon's brow, his dense, dark eyelashes fanning against the swell of his cheek in relief.
the pain is dulled much more immediately, given the localized nature of the contact, and Gon tilts his head somewhat into the fleshy plush of Killua's soft palm. Gon's voice is soft, coming out almost as a sigh of relief through his words.]
It feels so much better already...
Oh... you're right. I've heard that too, [Gon answers with a mumble, palming his temple irritably.] A friend told me that before the Lunar Eclipse festival, even. [so, a while ago. back when Gon was first cautioned to get a bond, though Sora had been talking about transformations; Gon hadn't considered the same benefits would apply to full moons. he hasn't heard a lot about it outside of that; he certainly hasn't seen the material Killua has... but Gon has kept his nose out of books, for the most part.
predictably, Gon isn't shy when he takes Killua's offered hand, and he notices the warmth in Killua's complexion. it's not unexpected—he's still a shy person, for all his maturing, gained confidence and general machismo.
the effect is immediate, such that it makes Gon blink in surprise; a warm, soothing ripple is felt from his hand down nearly all the way to his chest, and Gon is immediately intrigued. the pain does diminish somewhat, and it feels... amazing besides.]
...Wow. I can feel it. It feels kinda funny...
[in the sense that it's beyond anything Gon's ever felt, anyway. hard to describe.
inspired and deeply curious, Gon blinks again, and actually guides Killua's hand after grasping it—right to the base of his steadily, slowly growing horns, by Gon's brow, his dense, dark eyelashes fanning against the swell of his cheek in relief.
the pain is dulled much more immediately, given the localized nature of the contact, and Gon tilts his head somewhat into the fleshy plush of Killua's soft palm. Gon's voice is soft, coming out almost as a sigh of relief through his words.]
It feels so much better already...
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