(Sorry for missing these for a while I've been pent up with work)
"Right, right yeah…" He scoffed. Connor chewed on his lip as he watched Jas walk away. "I'll um…I'll get the kids packed and ready. When are we leaving?" He looked down the hallway making eye contact with the kids. He kneeled and held out his arms, signaling for them to climb up into his arms and get ready for the flight. Sure, he could pack whatever the children need but what they want is up to them. He watched them climb into his arms and held them close. Charlotte was already almost asleep but had the energy to get her through the day after a short nap.
(it's all good! Take your time!)
"An hour or so," Jas called as he and Suni, now back in his human form started gathering Jas belonging. "We'll be a bit early but i'd rather accound for the traffic and such than hope the lines are short." He explained as he came back out of his bedroom with his suitcase already packed and a dufflebag of clothes to wash when he got home. He smiled softly and gently patted Charlotte's head. "You'll be able to sleep all you want on the plane, princess." Jas cooed softly, "believe me I know I will." He sighed softly before glancing up at Connor, "ready to go?"
(Thx)
Connor had the kids all dressed in light jackets since it would be cold on the plane. Connor and Jake planned to go on vacation that summer, so he still had the suitcases for them. Everything was back and ready to go. He looked up at Jas and grinned. "Yeah, yeah, I'm all ready to go. These two are as well." Charlotte had jogged over to Jas, pulling on his pants. "Charlotte doesn't tug like that if you want to be picked up. I can always do it, you know." He held out his hand, which Asher took instead and used to climb onto his arms. "Ash… okay, but I'm not going to be able to carry all these bags by myself…" Asher crawled onto his shoulders, giving Connor a free hand he needed. "That's one way to solve that. Charlotte, honey, how about you let me carry you?" She shook her head, "no, I want Jas to carry me!" Connor sighed. "I want Jas to carry me too, but you know we all can't have what we want…" Charlotte only huffed and looked up at jas. Connor mouthed an apology.
Jas gently nudged his two cats into a carrier before turning in a small circle, making sure everything was packed and ready before taking breath and standing sti. He glanced down at Charlotte and chuckled softly as gently scooped the girl up into his arms, nodding in thanks as Suni started carrying the suitcase and bags to the awaiting cab Jas had scheduled to take them to the airport. "You may not be able to get everything you want dear, but for our prince and princess, I will do anything and everything in my power to please them." Jas carefully scooped up the last if his remaining bags into his free arm. "Besides dear, I carried you back here. If you really want, I'll carry you around Italy after we settle back home." He winked before brushing past and grabbing his keys from the table as well as his wallet before stepping out into the hall, waiting for Connor before he locked the door.
Connor rolled his eyes, moved both of his children's bags, and kept a duffle bag of his things over his arm. "Hey, Jas? I know I might've said this a lot already but thank you. Many things have happened recently, and you being here with m-the kids helped a lot. I seriously can't thank you enough. I don't think I could've done this alone." Connor kissed him on the cheek before walking a little ahead of him. "Alright, we have such memories to get back, so why don't we go and take back what's mine, huh?" He made it out of the apartment and started to load things into the car.
Jas glanced up from locking the door to his apartment, and tipped his head thoughtfully. "When have I ever left your side, dear? Even if you couldn't see me I was there. We've lived our lives beside each other, that won't stop now. You will never be alone, sweetheart. No matter what. You or these kids." He promised, purring softly at the kiss before securing his gentle hold on Charlotte as they made their way to the awaiting car. He nodded, and put all of his bags into the trunk of the car. He passed Charlottle to Connor, promising he'd hold her when they got to the airport before embracing Suni in a tight hug. "We'll be watching from above, always. The kitsune promised, squeezing his brother before letting him climb into the passenger side of the cab and passing him the carrier with his cats. "Stay safe, all of you and call me when you get to Italy." Jas nodded and waved before the car started off towards the airport.
"Thank you?" Connor huffed in confusion. "Seriously who is that, he whispered to Jas." He sighed and rolled his eyes. He set Charlotte and Asher in the backseat of the car. They were old enough not to need car seats. They were quite calm during the car rides. They loved seeing the buildings pass by practically getting hypnotized by them. He sat in the passenger seat practically forcing Jas to drive. He was too mentally exhausted to even think about the road right now. He buckled himself in and leaned his fist off his temple. It felt wrong to Connor if he went and fell asleep so he didn't everything in his power to stay awake.
Jas chuckled softly "he's my best friend and brother, heart. He's also a kitsune so I wouldn't get on his bad side anytime soon." He warned, glancing over at the kids in the rearview mirror then at Connor. "Are you okay?" He asked softly, gently nudging Connor's hand. "Sleep, love. You're not doing the very important job of driving." He teased, his smile fading for a moment. "I really am sorry Connor. As much as I had hope for a life with you, I never wanted the life you created on your own to go this badly." His smile returned as he caught the kids looking around at the night scenery, a flicker of hope in his heart for something better. "Save for the kids of course. I don't anyone could regret having those beautiful creatures."
(Hey, sorry, I just had a national marching band competition, and these past few weekends, I've had back-to-back competitions, so sorry for not replying. It's just a lot has been going on. But after captain tryouts, everything should be back to normal!)
Connor shook his head. "No, no, I won't go to sleep. As I said, I'll sleep when you sleep. I think a late-night drive talk is just what I need. Some relaxation time." He looked at his children through the rearview mirror and smiled. "Yeah, they're the one thing that kept me going all these years. I could've never imagined more perfect children. Although they can be hard to handle, isn't that all children?" He chuckled and looked back to Jas. "Now, they're my responsibility, and I hope this whole situation doesn't make them feel like shit when they're older, that's all. He looked back between the seats to see them leaning against each other, sleeping peacefully. I love when so much, Jas, you don't even know." Connor folded his hands in his lap, his gaze shifting back to Jas.
(it's absolutely fine Bee! I hope the competition went well and I hope you've been enjoying yourself! All the luck in the world for the tryouts!👍🏼)
Jas sighed softly before nodding "as you wish, dear." he chuckled softly and rolled down the windows slightly to let the cool night air into the car. "I'd say that's all children. It's definitely how us three were when younger. Though me and Sash were menaces where suni was the angel." He though for a moment, before shaking his head. "As terrible as Jake was I think they'll put more importance on the memories they had with the dad that cared for them, that loved them unconditionally. Of course questions and pain will resurface over time but by then I think you'll find ways to explain things in your own way." Jas glanced over at Connor and gave a reassuring smile. "As much as I adore those kids, I know it's no where near it's as much as you do dear. As it should be considering you're their dad. But know you're not alone heart. No matter what happens, Ibas well as Suni and anyone else you need will be there." He promised, flicked his gaze back towards the road to refocus for a bit. He turned on the radio, finding a soft, calm song so as to not disturb the kids or the relaxing mood.
(Alright! I'm back! Sorry for the wait I'm probably still going to be coming in and out until Christmas break, but yeah, also it's been a while so my writing might be complete shit.)
"Yeah, I guess you're right. Seriously, how do you always know what to say?" He scoffed. "I don't know how you deal with so many things and still remain mentally stable." It was starting to get a little dark during the drive but before he could say anything the terminal in which they were supposed to enter popped up. "Where are we putting the car? I didn't really think about that part. I could pay for the parking since you already got the tickets. Plane tickets these days are expensive…unless we're not coming back here…then forget everything I just said." Connor got out of the car and went to the backseat to wake the kids up. "Jas…they're so cute, I don't want to wake them up…" He whispered.
(welcome back! It's all good! And most likely same here😅 but glad to have you back!)
"Mostly mentally stable, I've had my fair share of mentally unstable moments." He chuckled softly and shrugged. "One day at a time I guess, especially for people like us." Jas went around the terminal a bit until he found the car park area that would eventually transport his car to Italy. "It'll be going with us," Jas explained, turning off the car and getting out, handing the keys to an awaiting vallet. "Comes part of ticket fee. Since I'm an artist, we go on tours a lot so it comes at a discount for us." He smiled softly and gently scooped Charlotte up, careful not to jostle her too much. "I know, but we have to get on the plane one way or another. They'll sleep plenty once we're boarded." He carefully began unpacking their luggage from the car and started towards the airport to get checked in find their gate.
"Yes, yes, I suppose you right. It takes a lot out of mean to have so many of my lives feel like a distant memory….literally. I think it's getting worse. I can't remember anything from way back like I usually can. A couple of centuries ago, maybe. I hope we can fix this; I don't want to forget everything." He shook the kids slightly to get them awake. He watched as their eyes fluttered open with a soft groan. Even though it was nighttime, the Airport was still pretty lit up, so the light was uncomfortable for them to look at. "Come on, you two, let's get you on that plane, okay? Then you can sleep as much as you want." Charlotte rubbed her eyes and held her arms out to be held. Connor picked her up with a slight grunt. "Am I seriously that old? I swear I just finished college…" Asher got out of the car half awake but managed to hold onto Connor's pants and a way to continue walking without actually having his eyes open. "They're so peaceful when they just wake up."
Jas frowned slightly at the mention of Connor slowly losing his memories. While Jas himself had found himself forgetting little details of his lives, he thought it relatively normal considering just how many lives they had lived. He was bound to forget some things but usually he could recall most of the significant events like his like with Winston and the life he had spent as a boy in Italy, only to be drowned, as sad as remembering that was. Jas glanced at Connor and gently brushed his free hand against his in what he hoped was comfort. "It'll work out, love, you'll see. From what Finn has tried to explain to me, the process will take a night or two but it should be painless and easy. We'll be with you the entire time." he encouraged gently, looking up as they inched forwards in the checkout line, starting to put everything in the bins to go through the x-ray machine. They all eventually went through all the customs and security check, only having to spend a bit of time explaining the situation of suddenly bringing three more people to Italy to security before coming to an understanding and being situated at their gate and hour before their flight.
He sighed as he plopped down onto the chair. The airport never gets any less tiring." He chuckled. Charlotte leaned against Connor's chest in an attempt to fall asleep. Asher put his stuff close to Jas and climbed up onto the other side of Connor's lap. "You two…" They both looked up with pure innocence. He didn't say anything and let them slowly drift off to sleep. He leaned his head back and looked at Jas. "I've grown weak in the charm of children." He chuckled. He closed his eyes, but airport chairs were all that comfortable. "I'm sorry about what I said to you in high school. I was a major dick. Seriously how do you put up with me."
Jas chuckled softly as he settled in the chair beside Connor, scooting all their luggage and belongings beside him. "no, it certainly does not." he agreed, closing his eyes and allowing himself a few moments of relaxation. He peeked over to Connor and the kids, "I see that's something that runs in the family then." He mused with a teasing smile. He shrugged slightly "you were, but I can understand how weird it must have been for you, especially if you have no recollection of our previous life. I must have looked crazy. Besides, I think I got back at you a few years later. I hadn't meant to yell at you, or say such horrible things. I was angry…but not at you, not really." He offered a gentler smile and brushed the back of his hand against Connor's cheek. "We've had many lives together. I've had time to work out my own emotions and your reactions to them. No matter what happens between us, I will always love you."
"Why do you have to talk like that? You know what it does to me. I'm losing memories by the hour, and you still say such beautiful things about me." Connor leaned against his hand. It felt so safe, and he still had no idea why. His memories being gone were blocking everything, and he just wanted them back. He looked up, staring into Jas's eyes, searching for something, but he didn't know what it was. He sighed, his eyes closing before he moved Jas's hand off his cheek. Connor kissed Jas on the cheek. He heard them calling up a group of people, and they were first. He sighed, unable to sit down for more than a few minutes. He stood up softly, careful not to disturb the sleeping angles he was holding. His wings came out he tucked them close to his body. "Your turn, kitty." He used one of his wings to carry his bag. "I'm still embarrassed with these things. They're so big it tends to draw attention."
"Because you deserve to hear those things, heart. It is because you react so cutely that I say those things. And because I genuinely mean them." Jas replied, watching Connor back for a few moments. Jas' hand slowly dropped back to the arm of the chair between them, for a moment fearing he had gone too far again. If there was even the posibility Connor could get his past life's memories back it didn't mean everything would go back to how it once was. Connor had been right those years back when Jas had first found Finn. What would happen after? Connor still had kids he adored, he wasn't entirely sure how either of them would explain their immortal lives without emotionally effecting them in some way. And what about Jake? Jas couldn't help but feel like he could have prevented what had happened with him, what had happened to Connor. It still hurt knowing while he had been living his dream of being a musician in Italy, Connor had been suffering.
Jas was about to apologies but then sucked in a breath as Connor leaned in and pressed a kiss to his cheek. All in one fleeting moment, Jas was back in their old life, heading to Florida for Connor's final mission, joking around and planning out their vacation, planning out the rest of their lives together though it had been a secret from one another back then. Jas sighed softly, willing himself not to pull Connor back in for another longer kiss as he stood as well and gave a small laugh. "You'll get rest soon, sweetheart. Just a little longer." He promised, staring in awe at Connor's wings for a few moments before he glanced back as their gate was called. He gave his ID to the security guard and luggage off to the flight attendants before he shifted, now a large cat, the size of a tiger, black and lanky. He glanced back at Connor and nudged his head against his arm before they were lead towards the terminal to board the plane.
Connor gave their passports and tickets to the lady explaining the children he was carrying. Once she checked everything, they were allowed to get on board. He bought first-class tickets only because he didn't want his children sitting too far from them. So, he sat the children right behind them and buckled them in. He kissed their heads and started to put their stuff into the overhead compartments. Alexander then sat in one of the seats and buckled himself in. While he waits for Jas to finish putting his things away, he can't help but think about what Jas was thinking. At least, he wishes he could. He could always tell when something was off with him, even when they weren't together. It was a little harder to tell since Jas was a cat now, but somehow he knew. Saying something while Jas was also trying to get settled, so he waisted.
Jas shifted back to normal once they were brought to their seats. While back then Jas would have had to stay in his cat form, rules have changed for airport security (and plot convenience) and he no longer needed to remain a cat so long as he wasn't a threat. Jas thanked and nodded as the flight attendants helped organize their bags before he settled beside Connor and buckled himself in, trying his best not to think about the take off. Even with this lifetime of experience riding an airplane to and from Italy, take off and landing were still something has hated.
"I know I've mentioned this before, but there's still time to back out. If getting your memories back isn't something you want to deal with now or even in this lifetime, we can wait. You can still make a life for yourself and the kids." He glanced over at Connor and took a good look at him for what seemed like the first time in years. Now that the anger from the situation subsided, Jas could see just how tired Connor looked, but also the relief that came with getting away from Jake. "I'll take you and the kids anywhere you want to go once we stop at home if Italy isn't somewhere you want to stay. Even if you just want to meet Finn and Logan but not get your memories back we can do that as well." he offered, biting his lip momentarily, debating whether he should say what's on his mind before he took a deep breath. "If you do or don't want to stay with me, that's also something we can work out."
"No!" He yelled. Connor shrunk in his seat with embarrassment after he said that. "No, god, no. I want this. I want you. I want to know why you were so special. I want to remember everything we had, not just for you, but for me. It feels like a gap is missing, and it will just keep getting wider until I eventually forget you too. Although you were a pain in my ass back then, I still want to know that you exist because you helped me become who I am now. Whether you believe it or not." He touched Jas's cheek. "How could Itatly not be a perfect place? From what you told me, I showed you where I grew up, and now it's time for you to do the same." Connor looked down at Jas's lips, god all he wanted to do was kiss him and treasure him that everything was okay, that he was okay. "It's not your fault. What happened to me? It was never your fault. I know it wasn't mind either. The world is fucked up, and that's how it will always be. No matter what. I'm at peace with that. So whatever you're thinking, stop thinking it." He smiled, still unable to take his hand off Jas. Connor didn't know why, but he got lost in Jas's eyes, so much regret and pain lied in them and he just wanted that all to go away. He moved closer subconsciously; it felt right.
Jas laughed softly at Connor's sudden outburst feeling a sense of relief lift off his chest, knowing that Connor wanted the same. He rested his head in Connor's hand, purring softly pressing a soft kiss to his palm. "I can't wait to show you and the kid's Italy. You'll love it." He caught Connor's gaze flicker downwards and smiled. "I know, it's taken me years to start to believe whatever happens to us isn't either our faults. I'll have my moments of doubt and regression but I'm trying. You know me too well love, even if you've lost parts of your memory." He reached up and gently cradled Connir's cheek as he closed the gap between them, gently pressing their heads together before their lips met in a gentle kiss, tentative and slow. "I love you heart, wirh or without your memories. No matter what happens I want to go through this life and every other life you allow by your side."
He felt a tingle move down his spine when their lips finally met. His chest tightened with excitement, wanting that feeling never to end. However, it did, and for a good reason too. "I think…no…I…I-I," He cursed himself under his breath. Why is it that the one time he had to say something important, he had to mess it all up with his words? "I love you too, Jas. I didn't exactly picture it on an airplane where I wanted to tell you I love you, but not everything has to be something big, right? I mean, not that I imagined anything important… too big….or anything. You know what, forget what I said." Connor turned his head toward the window. "Fucking idiot…" he whispered.
"Honestly neither did I but not everything in our lives has be so dramatic. I think we've had quite a lot of that in our lives." He let out a laugh as Connor sputtered for words and turned away in frustration. Jas shook his head adoringly before he leaned in a pecked Connor on the cheek. "You're not an idiot, sweetheart. Not all the time at least." He teased, winking and lacing their hands together as he leaned back in his seat. "Is there anything you'd like to know about the previous life? Anything you might be questioning or that don't quite line up?" He asked, thinking back to the their previous life and smiling softly at the memories that came to mind, memories he oftentimes fell asleep to. "Any memories you'd like to know more about perhaps?"
(Boop, this was the immortal hero x villain one)
