[One look at X'rhun's face should tell Logan that he's plotting mischief. Of course, perhaps he looks like he's always plotting mischief with that ever-present smile. And with the permanent slits of his eyes... well. Maybe "predatory" is a better description.
Especially with the way he watches Logan go about his business, the Miqo'te simply sitting on his chair with his rapier laying on top of his crossed legs. X'rhun could be the picture of casual plotting for an eventual mess.]
My friend. [His call comes after a while of watching, waiting, and plotting, even if Logan were to question him. Seekers of the Sun may be impatient and quick to make decisions, but they are rather good at waiting when it comes to hunting.
And X'rhun is treating this like a hunt, in a way.]
If I were to ask you to assist me in a slight venture... would you be willing to indulge me?
You mean letting you sit in my room without helping me sort my books ain't already indulging you?
[ Because Logan's seated on the floor, grumbling to himself as he tries to sort all his science fiction titles by author. This is the part he'd been dreading-- he had more science fiction than anything else-- and for good fucking reason, given he's been alphabetising them for well over half an hour now.
But he lifts his head, offering X'rhun a mildly unimpressed look and an unexcited tilt of his mouth. ] What do you want?
[He could have asked X'rhun to do it instead-- he would have finished far more quickly than Logan, he's sure. But here they are, X'rhun lounging on the chair like he owns it, staring down like he's a king on a throne and Logan is someone who should attend to him.
He uncrosses his legs, both feet now squarely on the floor and he leans over, elbows on his knees. His rapier is still across his thighs, only jostled just a little but not cutting him at all.]
Would you kindly come here, please? Better for me to cast a spell on you when you're much closer.
[ X'rhun leans in and Logan leans away, squinting at him. One of his hand's even lifted, curled lightly into an almost-fist and hovering just under his chin. ]
Tether, a spell to bind one where they stand for several seconds. 'Tis a useful spell... in certain situations. [The Miqo'te tilts his head, trying to remember those certain situations. Though he has used it enough to save his life. Namely, giving himself some room to work with when the enemy was getting far too close to his person for comfort.] I've had to use it a number of times, myself.
It works well! I still live, after all.
[Because he crushed whoever he Tethered.]
But with your unique body, I've no clue if it could even have an effect on you, my friend.
Adamantium bones don't mean I move any different from other people. [ Quite frankly he can't believe X'rhun thinks that it makes much of a difference. All the adamantium does is make him heavier, and turns his bones impossible to break or shatter. ]
Mm, as any scholar, I would like to test that myself. You know how it is-- I cant take your word for it, I must see.
[X'rhun slips off his chair, hanging his rapier on his belt, and pads towards Logan. He makes almost no noise despite the steel heels of his boots, and the loudest he makes is the slight creaking of the leather as he crouches down before Logan.
He reaches out and pets Logan under the chin like one would a cat. Ironic, when X'rhun is the feline one here.]
If it truly works the way it should, I can make it worth your time! [Meaning, X'rhun is planning something perverted. He would simply demand to have it called some term other than "perverted".]
[ The worst thing is how easily Logan can relax into the finger stroking beneath his chin. Already there's the slightest rumbling in his chest as he purrs, and he pulls his head away because X'rhun doesn't have to feel it.
He's pretty damn sure X'rhun can hear it already, god damn it. ]
That ain't "scholarship". [ It's childish, is what he wants to say, but he gives one last glance at the books on the floor before looking back at X'rhun with a slight frown. ]
[Of course he can hear Logan purring-- his ears are large and his hearing excellent. And there's little that would escape X'rhun's notice with how close they are. And he strokes more with his whole hand, rewarding Logan with more attention.]
Twenty seconds. Long enough for me to gather what findings I can, but not too long to disconcert you, hm?
[ It's almost embarrassing how easily his posture relaxes and how his knees lift from the cross-legged position he'd taken on the floor. Logan is weak-- he leans into the touches eventually, the purr full and loud, and moves his legs so they're folded and his feet are placed together, pointed outwards to the side.
Then he realises what's happening and quickly dips his head down and away from X'rhun's touch, the tips of his ears on fire.
God. This is the worst. ]
Fine. [ As much as he tries to sound inconvenienced by it all, his voice is still soft. Still sweet. Why did X'rhun have to find out about the petting thing. ]
[Adorable. X'rhun grins, suppressing a chuckle at Logan's reaction, the way he leans away from his expert hand. No worries, he'll be able to do more of that later on.]
That's the plan!
[X'rhun drawing his rapier and casting Tether takes only three seconds, a quick spell before Logan can complain anymore. Hopefully Logan is in a comfortable position, or he wont enjoy the next twenty seconds, even if X'rhun will. If the binding effect has really been effective, Logan will find he cant move his legs.
His entire body is fine, and he can still have feeling. Though nothing he does will make his legs move, not even sheer willpower.]
[ And it's-- holy shit, surreal. It's not like he's numb. It doesn't feel like he's just woken up from a coma. He still... feels himself, sends signals to himself, but nothing moves no matter what he does.
At least his face can screw up in obvious inability to comprehend. The animal part of his brain is whimpering in confusion, but he has just enough self-control to bite whatever complaints he might have about it back.
What in fresh hell is magic, even? ]
Damn it. I wanna kick you, and I can see it happening in my head, but... [ It isn't happening, obviously. Logan snarls. ]
[The end of X'rhun's tail waves, showing just how excited he is at this development.]
That means the spell is working as it should!
[X'rhun begins to crawl around him, poking here, inspecting there, tail a gentle curve behind him. Of course, he cant see anything different, and wont know at all unless Logan talks to him-- which is why he's prodding at Logan every so often.
And if his hands trail a little too close to intimate spots for comfort... Well.
And if he cops a feel for Logan's backside and lingers... Well.]
'Tis a strange feeling, isn't it? Your body is in full working order, isn't it? Yet it refuses to follow you completely because of the magic binding you. [He says that as if he knows what it's like to be Tethered. Indeed, he does.]
[ It pisses him off that X'rhun pokes ticklish spots and he can't move away. It pisses him off that he has to bite the inside his cheek-- hard enough to cut skin-- and he can't move away. ]
Describe it? [ His skin is tingling pleasantly under X'rhun's more intimate touches, and he thinks he wants to knee him in the jaw, but also thinks it's fucking surreal not to be able to curl his toes with pleasure.
Logan growls. ]
's like being tied without the rope. [ He thinks about tugging his arm, but it doesn't move. ] But worse 'cause there's no struggle.
[ Twenty seconds have passed, though, and Logan's body suddenly jerks-- all four of his limbs in all different directions, and he falls unceremoniously onto his chest with a heavy thud. ] God damn it!
[X'rhun laughs when Logan flails and falls on his face the moment Tether wears off. He's been counting down the time in his head, but apparently Logan has not-- or perhaps he just doesn't know what to do to prepare once the effects of the spell dissipates.
He does get a nice view of the man's backside though. It's fantastic, and he cant help himself-- he just has to reach over and pat it.]
So, you would prefer being bound by rope during intimate situations, ey? And not Tether?
[ Logan reaches back to swat X'rhun's hand lightly, though the lack of pressure probably makes it clear he's not too frustrated. ] "Intimate situations"? Jesus. [ He rolls over onto his back, kicking his legs out like a child, and tests his arms to see if they're working again.
And they are. The most surreal thing is that he doesn't feel even a little numb, even if he'd been immobilised. Logan raises his hand up towards the ceiling, staring at his wiggling fingers in pure, animal confusion.
[Logan could have kicked X'rhun in the face if he were a lesser man, but of course, as a Miqo'te he has far more agility and the reflexes to use that agility, and X'rhun hops back easily to avoid any and all flailing limbs until Logan has settled.
Well, settled enough. Then X'rhun comes crawling back, tucking himself against Logan's side, supporting himself with an elbow on the floor and a leg tossed over the man's waist.]
I could! [Isn't that a kicker?]
I want to. Magic used in bed is rather fun, I've found. And I do so miss such performances.
[X'rhun doesn't let Logan get away with just a peck, chasing him as he pulls back to make that a much longer, but close-mouthed kiss.
Ah, affection, enough to please this Miqo'te. Even just a small hint of physical affection is enough for him, because he so enjoys it from the right person. And Logan is indeed the right person.]
I hear no objections. [That leg over Logan's will now insert itself between them, X'rhun looking to spread them himself.]
Indulge me, Logan. 'Tis a much more interesting activity, mmh?
Nn. [ It's impossible to resist the soft intake of breath, Logan's throat going a little drier as he spreads his legs. He huffs, and though he already knows he's lost, he still tries for disbelieving as he raises both his brows this time. ] Maybe I like sorting books.
[ But the way his arm tightens its grip slightly just before a hand grips X'rhun's shirt to drag him closer by the waist probably tells a different story. ]
If you're gonna put your knee between my legs, [ leaning in, he leaves a soft kiss on X'rhun's mouth, lips brushing gently over X'rhun's as he speaks ] you ought'a crawl on top of me nice and proper.
[Doesn't mean X'rhun wont press himself against Logan even more, his groin against the Hyur's waist. He cant quite push Logan's legs open more, not with their height difference. After all, without the added inches of his heels while standing upright, the Miqo'te only barely brushes Logan's chin.
So all X'rhun can do is make a choice-- and he choose to chase those lips more, flicking his tongue out and allowing Logan to feel its roughness.]
Perhaps I would like to Tether you right here and have my way with you instead. And when the twenty seconds are up... I can leave you here and wanting.
Hnn... [ It's a pleased noise that he makes as X'rhun licks at his lips; all affection is good affection, no matter where it's placed. Dimly, he thinks about sucking on his tongue, but by then X'rhun's already started speaking.
And Logan chuckles, fingers stroking along X'rhun's belly and up towards his chest. ]
[X'rhun could purr when Logan pets him, but he has some self-control. Being Miqo'te has taught him how to not purr when he doesn't want to.]
Wouldn't you like to know? [After all, casting one Tether would trigger Dualcast, and offer X'rhun another spell to be cast instantly if he so chooses. And because the effects can simply stay for a long time, he can refresh Tether as soon as it wears off, no waiting required.
But Logan doesn't know that.
And doesn't need to know, not just yet. X'rhun will keep that card close to his chest for now.]
What's that line many mages around here use? A good magician never reveals his secrets? [He makes a considering noise in his throat as he tucks his hands underneath Logan's shirt and begins playing with his collarbone.] No, not quite my preference, but you know what I mean.
[ He laughs a bit, both out of fondness and the slight tickle of X'rhun's fingers on his skin. ] Which means I should just say "yes". Got it.
[ Not that he's so traumatised by the Tether spell's effects that he thinks it's going to be completely awful. He ends up kissing X'rhun again, sharper canines lightly scraping against his lip, and with no warning at all his fingers start to work on pushing the coat off of him and letting it slip away. ]
If you're Tethering me again, you're at least gonna get your fucking shirt off first.
[X'rhun's answering laugh is slightly louder, brighter. He has less restraint than Logan with his emotions.]
Yes, yes.
[He leans away from Logan just so he doesn't do something foolish such as ripping the clasps off of his beloved duelist's coat. X'rhun's far more experienced in disrobing himself after all, and he shrugs it off his shoulders in record time, tossing it onto the chair he'd been sitting on earlier.
He even removes his long, long boots. Isn't he just the most considerate?
His body from the stomach up is now bared, muscles defined underneath his pink skin, and scars decorating the surface of it. A stark contrast to Logan's ridiculously defined but unmarred body. X'rhun likes scars on his partners, they always have a story to tell, but Logan's hairiness keeps his fingers satisfied whenever he gets his claws on them.]
Satisfied now? [That question is accompanied by X'rhun placing his hands on Logan's chest to steady himself as he stretches, arching his back and bending backwards, showcasing just how flexible a Miqo'te can be.]
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Especially with the way he watches Logan go about his business, the Miqo'te simply sitting on his chair with his rapier laying on top of his crossed legs. X'rhun could be the picture of casual plotting for an eventual mess.]
My friend. [His call comes after a while of watching, waiting, and plotting, even if Logan were to question him. Seekers of the Sun may be impatient and quick to make decisions, but they are rather good at waiting when it comes to hunting.
And X'rhun is treating this like a hunt, in a way.]
If I were to ask you to assist me in a slight venture... would you be willing to indulge me?
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[ Because Logan's seated on the floor, grumbling to himself as he tries to sort all his science fiction titles by author. This is the part he'd been dreading-- he had more science fiction than anything else-- and for good fucking reason, given he's been alphabetising them for well over half an hour now.
But he lifts his head, offering X'rhun a mildly unimpressed look and an unexcited tilt of his mouth. ] What do you want?
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He uncrosses his legs, both feet now squarely on the floor and he leans over, elbows on his knees. His rapier is still across his thighs, only jostled just a little but not cutting him at all.]
Would you kindly come here, please? Better for me to cast a spell on you when you're much closer.
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...what do you mean "cast a spell on me".
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It works well! I still live, after all.
[Because he crushed whoever he Tethered.]
But with your unique body, I've no clue if it could even have an effect on you, my friend.
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Adamantium bones don't mean I move any different from other people. [ Quite frankly he can't believe X'rhun thinks that it makes much of a difference. All the adamantium does is make him heavier, and turns his bones impossible to break or shatter. ]
Pretty sure it'd work.
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[X'rhun slips off his chair, hanging his rapier on his belt, and pads towards Logan. He makes almost no noise despite the steel heels of his boots, and the loudest he makes is the slight creaking of the leather as he crouches down before Logan.
He reaches out and pets Logan under the chin like one would a cat. Ironic, when X'rhun is the feline one here.]
If it truly works the way it should, I can make it worth your time! [Meaning, X'rhun is planning something perverted. He would simply demand to have it called some term other than "perverted".]
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He's pretty damn sure X'rhun can hear it already, god damn it. ]
That ain't "scholarship". [ It's childish, is what he wants to say, but he gives one last glance at the books on the floor before looking back at X'rhun with a slight frown. ]
How long'll the spell last?
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Twenty seconds. Long enough for me to gather what findings I can, but not too long to disconcert you, hm?
What do you say?
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Then he realises what's happening and quickly dips his head down and away from X'rhun's touch, the tips of his ears on fire.
God. This is the worst. ]
Fine. [ As much as he tries to sound inconvenienced by it all, his voice is still soft. Still sweet. Why did X'rhun have to find out about the petting thing. ]
Twenty seconds only.
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That's the plan!
[X'rhun drawing his rapier and casting Tether takes only three seconds, a quick spell before Logan can complain anymore. Hopefully Logan is in a comfortable position, or he wont enjoy the next twenty seconds, even if X'rhun will. If the binding effect has really been effective, Logan will find he cant move his legs.
His entire body is fine, and he can still have feeling. Though nothing he does will make his legs move, not even sheer willpower.]
Well? Try to move!
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[ And it's-- holy shit, surreal. It's not like he's numb. It doesn't feel like he's just woken up from a coma. He still... feels himself, sends signals to himself, but nothing moves no matter what he does.
At least his face can screw up in obvious inability to comprehend. The animal part of his brain is whimpering in confusion, but he has just enough self-control to bite whatever complaints he might have about it back.
What in fresh hell is magic, even? ]
Damn it. I wanna kick you, and I can see it happening in my head, but... [ It isn't happening, obviously. Logan snarls. ]
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That means the spell is working as it should!
[X'rhun begins to crawl around him, poking here, inspecting there, tail a gentle curve behind him. Of course, he cant see anything different, and wont know at all unless Logan talks to him-- which is why he's prodding at Logan every so often.
And if his hands trail a little too close to intimate spots for comfort... Well.
And if he cops a feel for Logan's backside and lingers... Well.]
'Tis a strange feeling, isn't it? Your body is in full working order, isn't it? Yet it refuses to follow you completely because of the magic binding you. [He says that as if he knows what it's like to be Tethered. Indeed, he does.]
Describe it to me.
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Describe it? [ His skin is tingling pleasantly under X'rhun's more intimate touches, and he thinks he wants to knee him in the jaw, but also thinks it's fucking surreal not to be able to curl his toes with pleasure.
Logan growls. ]
's like being tied without the rope. [ He thinks about tugging his arm, but it doesn't move. ] But worse 'cause there's no struggle.
[ Twenty seconds have passed, though, and Logan's body suddenly jerks-- all four of his limbs in all different directions, and he falls unceremoniously onto his chest with a heavy thud. ] God damn it!
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He does get a nice view of the man's backside though. It's fantastic, and he cant help himself-- he just has to reach over and pat it.]
So, you would prefer being bound by rope during intimate situations, ey? And not Tether?
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And they are. The most surreal thing is that he doesn't feel even a little numb, even if he'd been immobilised. Logan raises his hand up towards the ceiling, staring at his wiggling fingers in pure, animal confusion.
But still. ] You were gonna Tether me in bed?
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Well, settled enough. Then X'rhun comes crawling back, tucking himself against Logan's side, supporting himself with an elbow on the floor and a leg tossed over the man's waist.]
I could! [Isn't that a kicker?]
I want to. Magic used in bed is rather fun, I've found. And I do so miss such performances.
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Is that really the agenda you had today? [ Logan wouldn't be surprised if it was.
X'rhun's cute when he smiles, though, so he'll lean in to give him a peck on that grinning mouth. ]
Sex an' magic?
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Ah, affection, enough to please this Miqo'te. Even just a small hint of physical affection is enough for him, because he so enjoys it from the right person. And Logan is indeed the right person.]
I hear no objections. [That leg over Logan's will now insert itself between them, X'rhun looking to spread them himself.]
Indulge me, Logan. 'Tis a much more interesting activity, mmh?
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[ But the way his arm tightens its grip slightly just before a hand grips X'rhun's shirt to drag him closer by the waist probably tells a different story. ]
If you're gonna put your knee between my legs, [ leaning in, he leaves a soft kiss on X'rhun's mouth, lips brushing gently over X'rhun's as he speaks ] you ought'a crawl on top of me nice and proper.
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[Doesn't mean X'rhun wont press himself against Logan even more, his groin against the Hyur's waist. He cant quite push Logan's legs open more, not with their height difference. After all, without the added inches of his heels while standing upright, the Miqo'te only barely brushes Logan's chin.
So all X'rhun can do is make a choice-- and he choose to chase those lips more, flicking his tongue out and allowing Logan to feel its roughness.]
Perhaps I would like to Tether you right here and have my way with you instead. And when the twenty seconds are up... I can leave you here and wanting.
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And Logan chuckles, fingers stroking along X'rhun's belly and up towards his chest. ]
What're you gonna do in twenty seconds, huh?
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Wouldn't you like to know? [After all, casting one Tether would trigger Dualcast, and offer X'rhun another spell to be cast instantly if he so chooses. And because the effects can simply stay for a long time, he can refresh Tether as soon as it wears off, no waiting required.
But Logan doesn't know that.
And doesn't need to know, not just yet. X'rhun will keep that card close to his chest for now.]
What's that line many mages around here use? A good magician never reveals his secrets? [He makes a considering noise in his throat as he tucks his hands underneath Logan's shirt and begins playing with his collarbone.] No, not quite my preference, but you know what I mean.
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[ Not that he's so traumatised by the Tether spell's effects that he thinks it's going to be completely awful. He ends up kissing X'rhun again, sharper canines lightly scraping against his lip, and with no warning at all his fingers start to work on pushing the coat off of him and letting it slip away. ]
If you're Tethering me again, you're at least gonna get your fucking shirt off first.
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Yes, yes.
[He leans away from Logan just so he doesn't do something foolish such as ripping the clasps off of his beloved duelist's coat. X'rhun's far more experienced in disrobing himself after all, and he shrugs it off his shoulders in record time, tossing it onto the chair he'd been sitting on earlier.
He even removes his long, long boots. Isn't he just the most considerate?
His body from the stomach up is now bared, muscles defined underneath his pink skin, and scars decorating the surface of it. A stark contrast to Logan's ridiculously defined but unmarred body. X'rhun likes scars on his partners, they always have a story to tell, but Logan's hairiness keeps his fingers satisfied whenever he gets his claws on them.]
Satisfied now? [That question is accompanied by X'rhun placing his hands on Logan's chest to steady himself as he stretches, arching his back and bending backwards, showcasing just how flexible a Miqo'te can be.]
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