[Even if it was mildly uncomfortable for a second, Setsuna nuzzled against Steve's shoulder, ignoring the rest of the world while in his arms. Just for a little bit longer.]
[When he mentioned not wanting Alexiel, Setsuna's eyes trailed down, unable to look anymore at Steve's, not when he could read so much emotion and turmoil in them as he told Steve the cold-hard truth.] That's the thing. Next time I die, that's exactly who I become. I can't avoid it. Not anymore.
Another? [The kid's spirit dampens and his eyes stay down. Part of him doesn't want to ask, knowing Steve might not be able to stop himself from answering. But for the same reason, Setsuna had trouble avoiding the question.] Who did you lose, Steve?
[Finally, his eyes move, and Setsuna looks Steve up and down, mouth wide - more because he wasn't expecting that from Steve, of all people.]
And you're a really big jerk! [This is said with an attempt at a playful shove to Steve's shoulder.]
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Just a reminder - THIS is the truth potion thread
Date: 2019-10-26 08:06 pm (UTC)[When he mentioned not wanting Alexiel, Setsuna's eyes trailed down, unable to look anymore at Steve's, not when he could read so much emotion and turmoil in them as he told Steve the cold-hard truth.] That's the thing. Next time I die, that's exactly who I become. I can't avoid it. Not anymore.
Another? [The kid's spirit dampens and his eyes stay down. Part of him doesn't want to ask, knowing Steve might not be able to stop himself from answering. But for the same reason, Setsuna had trouble avoiding the question.] Who did you lose, Steve?
[Finally, his eyes move, and Setsuna looks Steve up and down, mouth wide - more because he wasn't expecting that from Steve, of all people.]
And you're a really big jerk! [This is said with an attempt at a playful shove to Steve's shoulder.]