forum @Skylark // Private Roleplay

Started March 15, 2021 by @Fraust

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Joey wrapped his own wings around himself to feel a bit more secure, only attempting to get up after another few minutes. He was unsteady, and wobbled dangerously once he was up, but he used the counter to keep himself upright.

Sol rose with Joey and held out an arm to help him, if he wanted it. “Couch or bed, estello?”

"Mm… bed, I guess… probably more comfortable…" Joey mumbled in reply, clearly a bit out of it. He leaned into Sol, pressing the base of his palm against his forehead with a soft groan.

Sol carefully put an arm around Joey’s waist to support him, slowly leading him back to the bedroom. “Can I get you anything, sweetheart?” he asked softly. “I have ice packs and heating pads, if that would feel good.”

"Mm… maybe… I-I dunno what would help." Joey sighed softly, curling up on the bed once he reached it. He let his wings just sprawl out behind him, too tired to do much of anything with them.

Sol carefully covered Joey with a fluffy blanket. “I’ll get both, and you can use them if you want.” He quickly went to grab the items and came back, sitting down on the edge of the bed. Joey looked so small and helpless, curled up in Sol’s hoodie and in his bed. He wanted to protect him, but he didn’t know how.

Joey looked up at Sol weakly from the bed, looking drained and stressed. He fidgeted a bit with the sleeves of his hoodie, pushing them up so that his hands were actually visible. He held his arms up to Sol after a few seconds of hesitation.

Sol’s face softened and he carefully laid down next to Joey, before gently pulling him close. “Hello, estello,” he murmured, rubbing the small angel’s back.

Joey tucked his head under Sol's chin and huddled close to him, adjusting his wings so they wouldn't be in the way. "I'm sorry for asking so much of you…" He said softly.

“I willingly offered myself, estello, you have asked for nothing,” Sol replied, squeezing him in a gentle hug. “And even if you had, I would gladly stand beside you.”

"Mmm…" Joey buried his face in Sol's chest, drawing his arms up to his chest and fluttering his wings a bit. "I feel like I'm being a problem, though…" He said softly.

Sol nuzzled Joey’s hair, inhaling his scent. “Not in the least, sweetheart,” he murmured, arching a wing to cover them both protectively. “I like you so much, probably more than I should for having just met, and I am so happy to spend time with and support you.”

Joey flushed a bit and looked up at Sol, obviously a bit taken aback. "R-Really? You… you want to spend time with me even if we're both miserable the whole time? I can't imagine it's fun to deal with me right now…"

“For one thing, I’m not miserable. I’m sad that you’re hurting, but I am relieved that I am able to be here for you,” Sol replied, gazing into Joey’s eyes with a soft smile. “Caring about someone means you’re there in the bad times, too.”

"Mm… hopefully I'll feel better tomorrow, anyway. I'll try to remember to drink enough in the morning." Joey huddled closer and closed his eyes, sighing shakily.

One arm wrapped around Joey’s slight waist, Sol used his free hand to gently stroke his wing. “I hope so, too, sweetheart,” Sol murmured. “And I’ll remind you to drink some water, don’t worry.”

Joey nodded a bit. "Y-Yeah… you can text me to remind me, if you'd like. Tomorrow should be a better day. I won't go into work if it makes you feel better."

“I will,” Sol confirmed softly. “Do what makes you feel better, you don’t have to cater to me. Be careful not to push yourself too much, but go in to work if you want to and feel up to it.” He gently nuzzled Joey’s hair again, closing his eyes.

"Okay… I'll see how I'm feeling tomorrow morning." Joey sighed softly, shifting to be a bit closer. "If I don't feel well, I'll have someone cover my shift. How's that?"

“Sounds like a good plan, sweetheart,” Sol replied, adjusting his wings. “You’re welcome to hang out here tomorrow if you don’t go in, but I have some errands to run.”

Joey nodded, nuzzling against Sol a bit with a soft sigh. "Alright… what if I get lonely, though?" He asked in a soft whine, obviously pouting.

Sol huffed a laugh. Cute… “You can text me, and I won’t take long. I’m on a sort of break from work, so I don’t have as much to do.” He nuzzled Joey’s hair, still chuckling softly. “If you felt up to it later, you could come with me a couple places.”

"Okayyyy…" Joey huffed a bit, but relented, hugging Sol tightly. "We'll see how I'm doing… will you come visit me at work if I do go?" He asked, looking back up at Sol.

“Of course, estello,” Sol replied, smiling softly and pecking a kiss on Joey’s nose. Worry for the angel still lurked, but right here in the moment, Sol was content to be holding Joey.

Joey smiled weakly and huddled up again, seeming satisfied enough with the answer. "Sounds good to me… you should probably go eat something if you're hungry."