"Don't worry Marius. I can play your knight as much as astrologer." He kissed Marius's nose and began to set up the blankets on the floor of the cave. "Set up the food I'll be right back." He went out to his horse, and came back with a sword and shield. "See? Your nerdy knight in shining armor will always be here." He set down the items and sat on the blankets.
Marius rolled his eyes a bit, having already laid out the blanket by the time Evan returned. I assure you, I don't need you to play astronomer for me. I've got that pretty well handled. He set the basket on the blanket and sat down, getting himself comfortable.
"Humans are an interactional species, including all sub species of humanoids and cross breeds and what not, such as yourself. There is no such thing as learning everything. We can always learn more, mostly through speaking with others. Great minds think alike, never the exact same though, and opposites attract, thus proving that you need different viewpoints in everyday life. We both can play astronomer,handsome." He kissed Marius's cheek once more, and began to set out the food.
Marius huffed a bit and crossed his arms. You think you're so smart, don't you? Just want to be all philosophical all the time… you're not that much smarter than me just because you're a couple years older. He grabbed an apple and started to teleport it into his stomach.
"Hm? Are you saying you want me off my high horse Prince? Very well. For you I will. I do apologize, I'm used to lecturing Marianna all the time. I'm constantly teaching her. And. Reteaching her. I should know better. You are a smart, handsome and very capable individual. I guess I will refrain from my regular teachings unless you ask." He nodded and began to make himself a sandwich. "Would you like me to construct your sandwich sir or will you do it yourself?" (And like that Evan is in sub space)
(Lmao gottem)
Marius sighed and rolled his eyes again, the apple soon vanishing from his hand. I don't really care… you can make it if you want to. It's not like I can taste it or anything, so it doesn't exactly matter if it's shit. Marius sat back on the blanket a bit as he looked around. He was a little more snippy due to him being in such a bad mood from the news of Evan having to leave.
Evan nodded and made the sandwich before handing it over to Marius. He then began to eat his own and sat next to Marius, looking up at the ceiling. The sun began to set, flooding the cave with colored light and Evan's jaw dropped in utter amazement as he looked around.
Marius didn't react to the light. He'd been in this cave enough times to not react to such things. He 'ate' his sandwich before crawling over to Evan to huddle up in the other's lap. His head fell onto Evan's shoulder and he sighed softly.
Evan held Marius loosely, too busy being mesmerized, watching it all go by. He took a few more bites while his head swiveled around once more, trying to take in every minute (not like the time minute btw. As in small detail) detail, wanting to remember every single second of it. As the colors slowly faded, Evan got up. "I should go get some firewood so we can make a fire at the entrance of the cave. I'll be back." He grabbed the sword, and headed out of the cave.
Okay… come back soon, alright? Marius wrapped the blanket around himself in Evan's absence, shivering a bit from the cold. He sighed softly, forming a small amount of fire magic in his palms and holding it close so that he could attempt to warm himself.
Evan came back with quite the load, and began to build a fire. "Shit I don't have anything to light it with…" He said to himself quietly as he set up a ring of stones to keep it contained, and then dusted off his hands. He looked over at Marius. "A little help please?"
Marius glanced up when Evan addressed him and moved a little closer. He formed a small flame in his hand, tossing it towards the wood and setting it ablaze. I'm assuming that's what you wanted me to do? He asked.
"Yes, thank you handsome." He nuzzled Marius a bit and sat back down on the blanket, and returned to eating,humming to himself softly as he just enjoyed the evening. (now then how to intiate the smut for their first kiss?)
(Lmao however you want-)
Marius got himself settled on Evan's lap again with a soft sigh, his legs wrapped around the other's waist. Mm… you're comfortable… He nuzzled against Evan affectionately.
(But we should probably wait until after Marianna makes him cry lol)
(but aren't they banging in the cave?)
(Uhhh maybe? They've only known each other for a few days though and Marius isn't comfortable taking off his mask lol. Maybe he'd be okay with Evan kissing him through the mask? And that wouldn't change anything)
(Hm. We'll wait a while then. I just want Marius to talk so he can screech at Evelyn like a banshee. It's gonna be hilarious.)
(Lmao okay, go ahead and continue on then)
He blushed a bit and smiled. "Thank you sir. I do hope I fit your comfort needs." He held him close and kissed his cheeks softly, and nuzzled into his hair. He then took a few deep breaths and relaxed, just enjoying the crackling fire and the soft orange light that surrounded them. It was quite the cozy scene, despite the wolves howling in the distance.
Marius's ears pricked when he heard the wolves howling, seeming to grow a bit uneasy. He huddled closer to Evan with a soft sigh. He could protect himself if he needed to, after all. His magic should be strong enough, even if it would drain all or most of his energy. He'd be fine.
"You're alright Marius." He grabbed a bottle of wine out of the basket and poured himself a glass, sipping it slowly as he settled in. "We're safe. Tomorrow is tomorrow and today is today. Don't worry. I'll keep you safe. Always."
Marius flushed a bit and tentatively picked up a glass of wine as well. I wasn't scared. He lied weakly, starting to teleport some wine into his stomach. I hear wolves all the time. Just want to make sure they don't… you know… come in here.
"Mhm. Okay handsome." He shook his head with a chuckle, rubbing Marius's back softly as he hummed, gently nuzzling into Marius. "You're so warm. I love it." He smiled sheepishly, unable to help himself as he cradled Marius in his arms.
Marius flushed harder and buried his face in Evan's chest, holding tighter to the other. He did seem to like the warmth from the fire, though. He tensed up a bit when he heard another wolf howling, his ears turning back.
(Bump)