Brink squeaked softly at the kiss and hummed softly “you little rascal.” He murmured teasingly, shaking his head and smiling. “I’m going to get you back for all these stolen kisses, dear.” He said softly, handing him the last dish over to him before heading back over to Poppy and kneeling down beside her. “You ready to surprise them?” He asked softly, looking over at Willow and Finn
"Little? I'm like a foot taller than you," Finn said laughing as Brink walked away. Willow watched him carefully as he kneeled next to Poppy. Poppy nodded quickly and ran down the hall.
"Careful no running," Finn said when he heard Poppy moving. He had his back turned to them though. Willow came into the kitchen.
Brink smiled softly and stood, glancing over at Willow once again before she walked back into the kitchen. He knew she wouldn’t trust him, not now and probably not later, if he did choose to stay longer. He liked Finn, he really did but he knew the dangers that would come with wanting a relationship with him. He didn’t want any of them hurt, especially since he’d probably still be involved with the crime lords until he could tie up loose ends and find a substantial jobs. And that was if he did decide to stay and have something with Finn. and that was if Finn, Poppy and willow were okay with that. Brink ran a hand through his hair, a bit frazzled and nervous. He wasn’t used to making personal decisions. Before now, he didn’t really consider his life outside of of being a criminal. He hugged himself slightly and shut his eyes, needing to separate himself from the present, just for a moment
Poppy came back out carefully holding the bag. She handed it to Brink. Finn noticed Brink looked off. "Are you ok?" He asked walking over. He barely noticed the bag. His focus on Brink. Poppy stood there looking up at both of them before going into the kitchen still holding the bag. Finn gently put a hand on Brink's arm.
He took a deep breath and nodded, offering a small smile and opening his eyes. “Yeah, I’ll be ok.” He gently squeezed his hand and glanced down at Poppy, kneeling down again and opening the bag. “You choose first princess.” He said, nodding to the various pastries and cookies.
Poppy's smile on y grew as she looked inside the bag. she pulled out a fairly big chocolate chip cookie. "Thank you!" She said as she sat down at the table. Finn smiled softly at Brink during this interaction.
"That's a lot of sweets," Finn joked.
“You’re welcome, save some for later!” He called after her as she ran off with the cookie. He stood with the bag and headed to the kitchen with a slight shrug. “I wasn’t sure what you all liked, so I bought a bit of everything.” He said, pulling out a chocolate cake as well as croissants and tarts from the bag and setting them on The counter for Willow and Finn to choose from
Finn smiled. "Thank you Brink this all looks great," He said. Willow also smiled.
"Yeah thank you," She said after a moment of hesitation. she took a tart and sat down.
"Can we watch a movie?" Poppy asked already done with her cookie.
He blushed and nodded “You’re welcome.” He said softly, glancing up when Poppy asked to watch a movie. “You guys choose without me, I’m gonna shower and change.” He said, heading off to the bedroom to find the clothes from the night before, but not before taking one of the smaller tarts and popping it into his mouth
Finn smiled at the blush and nodded. "Ok feel free to grab some of my clothes if you want," He said picking up Poppy and carrying her to the living room. They put on a random Disney movie. Poppy fell asleep half way and Willow left with a few treats.
At the last moment, Brink decided to switch out the clothes, not that there was anything wrong with the ones Finn had given him, save for the size but brink liked oversized clothes, but he wanted something a bit warmer. He stood at the threshold of what assumed was Finn’s room, looking inside. If felt wrong to go into his room, mostly die to privacy and mostly because brink realized he didn’t know Finn all that well besides being a hero. He took a few steps on, reminding himself that he only wanted to find clothes. As he glanced around the room, he noticed flyers lying around for various colleges, letters of recommendations, envelopes for what assumed were for applications, and a computer. It hit brink that not only did he not know Finn all that well, but that he had sacrificed his precious time to be a hero. Brink took a deep breath and went over to the dresser. “My hero, you deserve so much more.” He murmured to himself, finding a simple sweater and sweatpants. Leaving the bedroom, he padded to the bathroom and started the shower, just staying under the warm water for a good 45 minutes, making sure his hair was washed out and his wounds were thoroughly cleaned. Once finally done, he pulled on the still oversized clothes And went downstairs. He smiled softly at Poppy and Finn before bouncing to the kitchen to grabbing a small cookie. He came back to the living room and settled in his usual corner of the couch.
Incredibles was playing on the tv. It was already close to the end. Finn was pretty invested barely noticing that Poppy was leaning on him asleep. He tried his best to think about the movie instead of all of his worries. Not sure When Brink walked in he shifted Poppy carefully off of him. letting her relax against the armrest. He'll bring her to her room in a few minutes. "Find everything okay?" He asked lamely. His voice low. "I should probably change your bandages." He suggested. (sorry for short responses lately might be writing these in class)
(Nah it’s okay! I’m doing the same XD)
Brink hadn’t seen many movies as a kid, never was really into the hero thing either, as his life choices could clearly reflect, though he was always intrigued by abilities for some reason. He glanced over at Finn and nodded “yep, thank you for letting me borrow them.” He whispered, glancing down at Poppy and smiling. He flicked his gaze up to Finn a smile, the glow from the tv in an otherwise dark room highlighted something of Brinks more feminine features as well as his tattoos “you’re really insistent on doing that, aren’t you darling.” He laughed softly and shook husband head “you can if you want, I’m not opposed, though they’re looking alright now, less bruising at least. I have you to thank for that, dear.”
Finn smiled but blushed lightly. "Well, that sounds good," He said standing up. He scooped Poppy into his arms. Holding her close slightly. She shifted slightly. "I'm going to put her to bed but if you want we can stay out here for a bit after. Talk watch a movie or something." He brought Poppy to her room. Putting her in her bead before walking back into the living room. he had grabbed his laptop. He hoped to be able to get some work done. He left the laptop on the couch. "Want something to drink?" He asked walking to the kitchen.
Brink nodded and smiled “sure, that sounds nice.” He said softly, watching as Finn brought Poppy to bed. He started looking for something else to watch while Finn was busy with Poppy, settling on a cute animated move about a princess and talking animals? He honestly didn’t know what the heck he wasn’t watching but it looked interesting enough. “No thanks, I’m good.” He said, watching as Finn went to the kitchen.
Finn nodded grabbing a coke and walking over to the couch. He sat down next to Brink relaxing. Closing his eyes for a second before stretching. He saw the movie Brink chose and smiled. "I like this one," he said. He's pretty sure he's seen almost every kids movie known to man. He was looking over at Brink now. Smiling softly at him. "Want to talk about today?"
He tilted his head innocently and smiled sweetly. “Today? Remind once more dearest, what exactly what happened today. Some details seem to be escaping me. I do recall bringing you along on a little tour of my little home, you attempted the hoops, very well might I add.” His smile got wider. “Then we eventually made it back here after a few errands and had dinner. And now we’re here. I feel like I’m missing a few points though.”
Finn tried to hold back a smile. instead, he rolled his eyes. "you mean you somehow forgot?" he asked. Tilting his head as well. Well if you insist I'm talking about this." He tilted his head and leaned forward giving Brink a chaste kiss. "Is your memory working now?" He asked innocently smiling softly. He put a hand over Brinks. He folded his legs. His smile slowly growing as he cant hold it back.
He laughed softly and touched his lips with a smile. “Small flashes now are coming back, yes” he murmured, sighing softly and gently lacing their hands together loosely, feeling each and every point where they touched. “Are you sure you want this Finn?” He asked softly, remembering how fast Finn had pulled away the first time they had kissed. “I’m a danger you and your family. I’m not saying I’d hurt any of you but the people I know wouldn’t be so keen on losing me to a hero. They’d come after you, Willow, and Poppy. I don’t want that to happen.” He said, growing nervous again at the possibility of them being hurt because of him
Finn thought for a moment still holding Brink's hand. 'I wasn't before. I didn't fully trust you. Not yet. but now? Now I know that you won't do anything to hurt us. Don't worry about anyone else I handle them," He said kissing Brink softly on the forehead. He holds back when using his powers. Scared of draining himself or actually hurting someone. He knew that he wouldn't be able to hold back though if someone came after poppy willow or now Brink. He would protect them even if it killed him in the process. "I'm sure Brink. Are you?"
“Finn they’re not all like the ones in the alleyway. They won’t care who they hurt.” He said, growing a bit more desperate. “Promise me, if they come you’ll let them take me and keep Poppy, Willow and yourself safe, please.” He gazed up at him, bright green eyes wide pleading.
He took a deep breath and gently squeezed their interlaced hands “No darling hero, I’m not sure. But I want to make this work. I want to be sure of this.” He flicked his gaze up again. “I’m sure of wanting to love you. I’m just not sure about how long I’ll Be able to stay.”
Finn blinked thinking for a moment. "I- I can't promise that Brink. I will promise though that I will do anything to keep my family safe. But I'm going to also protect you. Please let me," He squeezed Brink's hand back. Eyes never moving from Brink's face. "I also want to remind you that I am a recognized superhero. By one newspaper but still." He tried to lighten the mood smiling slightly trying to catch Brink's eyes. "My point is you don't have to worry about me. It's my job to keep everyone see."
He sighed softly, a small genuine smile twitching at his lips at Finns attempt at a joke. “You are a hero, dear. No matter who or who doesn’t recognize you.” He replied softly. He was still uneasy about this but he wanted so desperately to love someone. He knew he couldn’t keep them all safe but if Finn was willing to do so for his family as well him, then he’d make sure to do the same. He took another breath, letting his smile widen on his features. “And whoever said I needed protecting, hm dearest?” He asked, raising his gaze to hold Finn’s and leaning in a bit.
Finn smiled. He leaned forward. "Oh no, you don't need any saving. Definitely never saved you before," He said smirking still leaning in. He brought his hand up and cupped Brink's cheek. connecting their lips softly. He smirked slightly as he pulled away. He turned away slightly and yawned. Moving his hand from Brink's cheeks to around Brink. Pulling him in. "Let's relax. We can worry about everything else tomorrow."
Brink chuckled, his attention going to Finn's lips before they met his eyes again “you’ve save me more than you know.” He murmured, closing his eyes and leaning into Finn’s hand as he caressed his cheek then into the kiss, savoring every brush of his lips. He stiffened slightly wen pulled in, having never really been this close to Finn other then in hostile confrontation or when he was unfortunately unconscious. He slowly settled against Finn’s side, taking his time to get comfortable before resting his head on Finn’s chest. He relaxed completely and nodded with a small smile. “Tomorrow or never, whichever ones easiest.”