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[ snorts. ] I think we both know the answer to that. [ he takes scaramouche's hands and sets them on the wheel. ] I'm going to teach you how to drive. [ but really this is an excuse to keep him close. he's feeling a lot more needy than usual. ]

[ he... does most of the work though, and only explains things minimally, because, once again, it's a front. ]

[ If he were a better person he wouldn't enjoy childe being needy because he's heartbreaking, but he's not, and he does, even if he's upset for him. So he's pretty okay with it, and even pretends he cares about the explanation ]

I'll need a few more lessons.

...that's fine. You can have as many lessons as you like. [ he removes on hand off the steering wheel to wrap it around scara's waist. ]

[ he's going to rest against him, humming at the gesture ]

We can have a few more lessons in the next few days then. You should also teach me to cook properly.

[ nods. ] ...only if you cook only for me.

[ oh. that's cute. he moves so he can kiss at his jaw, just a tiny gesture of affections ]

I already did chocolate for Baritones during last game. I showed the memory of you cooking it for me.

But anything else will b e just for you.

[ childe slows the card down so he can focus more on kissing than driving. though scaramouche had been going to just a small kiss childe brings the other hand from the wheel to his cheek, chasing the affection. desperate for it. willing to drown in it this very moment. ]

Did you? [ another kiss. and then another and another. ] Cute.

[ watch them die in a stupid way again now. He'll keep with the kisses as well, matching each one and clearly enjoying the attention ]

I did, though I prefer to keep those things private. But if I had to share something nice, that wasn't too bad, right?

[ the car slows to a stop and once he's through kissing scaramouche breathless he just holds him. ] I know you do, but... it had been a nice memory. And I do enjoy seeing you cook for me. [ takes his chin in hand. ] The chocolate we made was delicious.

[ this is unfortunate because even though Childe said he's not in the mood, the more they kiss the more excited he's getting, so by the time he's taking his chin in his hand his face is flushed and his pupils are once again heart shaped, this time, they're bright red ]

Mmm ... it was nice.

…your eyes, Scaramouche, they’re little red hearts again. [ tugs on his lower lip. ] Is this your newest corruption, …cute. I have yet to discover my own, but I doubt it’ll compare to this.

[ there's a soft noise at the tug, and then he frowns, but his eyes are still little hearts ]

It's annoying, I think I understand when they end up becoming like that. Emet-Selch commented on it as well...

Is it really… it seems like only certain people are going to have an opportunity to see it. [ tips his head back, staring into his heart eyes. ] Are you worried, Kuniku?

[ he looks away immediately, and his cheeks are turning just a bit pink ]

Not "worried". ... But it's embarrassing.

[ he hits the gas again, so the car starts lurching forward and they can get back on track. he chuckles, stroking a thumb over the blush. ] I won't tell anybody. But I'm glad you're comfortable enough around Emet-Selch and presumably Pentium to let them see this side of you.

I'm comfortable around Emet-Selch in a very different way than I am with you and Pentium. We're not like that.

In case it was a worry.

[ a small smile. he hadn't meant to imply he'd been worried, but hearing that is nice all the same. ] Maybe I should rephrase... I'm glad you have BARiTONES and I'm glad they have you.

You should transfer over permanently.

If it were possible I would probably consider it...

[ he's driving so he won't reach for his hand, but he will get comfortable on his lap and nuzzle against him ]

Come in my room every 3 days and go back there just to sleep when you have to.

I don't mind coming over for a couple of days here and there, but I do need to stay with my own unit from time to time. You should stay over. We got a new girl recently and I want to make sure she's comfortable. Our unit is still pretty small, so I just... want to make sure everybody's feeling welcome and safe and... all that.

Oh? You think I can help with your new girl feeling comfortable?

I... don't know. But I would like you to get to know my unit a little bit better. I want them to like you.

They're not going to like me.

But I will talk to them.

...and one day I hope you'll let me introduce you to my family for real. I know my siblings would love you, regardless of what you think. [ soon they arrive at the resort and childe finds a spot to park the car. ]

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