𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻

𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘐𝘴 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘢𝘺.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

𝗛𝗲𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼!

𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻

𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘆: #𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗱

𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻��𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝘂𝗻, 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀!

𝘈𝘥𝘶𝘭𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘶𝘴𝘦, 𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘸.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

@SheOfNite “Of course. Just get some rest and I’ll keep an eye out.”

His voice is soft, obviously an attempt to lull her to sleep. Otherwise he knows she’ll likely keep trying to stay awake.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

@SheOfNite “. . . Then now’s your chance.”

Lips curl into a small frown; clearly he’s concerned, yet uncertain as to how to voice it. Yet his gaze doesn’t leave her, not yet at least.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Striding into the water; he turns his gaze back toward her before letting his shoulders rise and fall in a small shrug, a smile forming.

“. . . Mhm, we did say we’d swim.”

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

she stirs when she feels his hand pulling away, her gaze once again cast down as he stands up and begins the process of removing his undersuit.

"taking a dip?" she asks, kicking the water around a little bit.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Upon seeing her smile and feeling the subtle squeeze of her hand, his smile grows just a bit wider.

Though he slowly releases her hand—, opting to rise to his feet. The males hands remove his undersuit so he could slip into the water.

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

the touch of his thumb against her cheek instinctively causes her lips to twitch into a sleepy smile.

her hand squeezes his out of reflex, and then relaxes.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Another quick peek is made, the male turning his head to cast a glance her way.

The slightest of smiles beginning to form as he lets his thumb gently brush against her knuckles before he turns his gaze back toward the sky.

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

it's been a long time since koska has felt this calm and safe, and it clearly shows.

she closes her eyes after a few minutes of cozy silence, effectively dozing off where she lays.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Basked in warm sunlight, and the warmth of good company? He has half a mind to simply drift off under the sun.

Instead he opts to relax; sprawled out across the grass, simply letting his mind wander to aimless thoughts.

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

she relishes in the warmth of his hand holding onto hers, and she throughly ignores the urge to turn and look at him.

she breathes steadily through her nose, silently admiring the clouds. ( and him too, of course. )

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

With her hand pressing into his; the males fingers spread, opting to grip hold of her hand. He can feel his tension fading and washing away—, though an eye does peek open.

Just to steal a brief glance at the woman by his side.

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

her eyelids flutter open, allowing her to gaze at the clouds up above. she watches them drift along in the sky, her palm gently pressing against his.

her fingers find their way between his as she keeps her eyes trained above.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Feeling the slight touch; his hand turns over, palm facing upwards now. Offering itself to her.

The silence between them was appreciated; giving them ample time to enjoy the quiet sounds of their surroundings, giving them a chance to relax.

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

once she hears him settle down next to her, she blindly reaches out. eventually, her fingers brush against his.

she lays her hand on top of his, finding comfort in his presence. she doesn't respond to him, at least not with words.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

— water, his eyes falling shut as he enjoys the peaceful company.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Approaching from the side; the male would settle beside her, gloved fingers spreading out in the grass before he shifts to remove his boots.

“. . . You picked a pretty good spot.”

With boots removed, next come his gloves before he lies back. Feet dipping into the warm —

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

+ grass with her eyes closed.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

— is.”

He couldn’t argue; it’s one of the nicer planets he’s been too, especially given there’s no Imperial Remnant presence so far and no one trying to blast him.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Removing shining armor, he’ll settle it aside with his helmet before moving to follow. He’s grateful for her respecting his privacy—, even if it’s null at this point.

Regardless, he steps through the door, feeling the gentle breeze against his face.

“. . . It really —

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

+ she opens the door and slips past it, leaving it open for him.

she moves off to the side, tilting her head up so she can feel the slight breeze against her face.

"it's nice here." she says softly, basking in the warmth of the almost setting sun.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

A curt nod is given—; hands slowly rising to remove the helm from his head before settling in on the countertop, his eyes blinking briefly to adjust.

“Lead the way—, I’m right behind you.”

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

she heads into the kitchen, humming softly as she wanders over to one of the counters. there's a little console there, one that she inputs some stuff into.

"there, we should expect some stuff soon. in the meantime .. i think i want to swim in the lake outside. care to join?"

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Following behind her; he ponders her question before shaking his head, though he does peer past her to view the inside of the home.

“. . . No, no. I don’t need any special treatment.”

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

"come, follow me." koska says, leaving her ship behind. she heads in the direction of the house, unlocking the front door for the both of them.

"i'll have some stuff delivered for our stay. anything specific you want?"

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

A hum of thought escapes, though he offers a small nod. At least that would keep him active—, though he’s not too sure what to do while he’s idle.

“. . . Sounds like a plan.”

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

and so she leans against him.

"you won't lose your edge, din. not by merely relaxing. will sparring make you feel better?" she turns her head a little, her eyes wandering his helmet.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

“I’m not worried about being attacked. . .”

He pauses for a moment, his stance shifting so he could better support her if she so chose to lean.

“. . . I’m. . . Worried about relaxing—, about losing my edge. . .”

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

she takes a moment to rest her head against his armored shoulder, enjoying the moment.

"if it makes you feel better, this isn't my first time visiting here. i've been here previously. i have measures set up to protect."

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Slowly following her down the ramp, he’d glance around for a moment. Taking in the unfettered sights before moving to her side.

“. . . It’s beautiful here.”

His words were quiet, though he knew this would likely be the best location to shake his tension.

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

she peeks over at him as she's removing the last of her armor, setting it aside as she stretches out her limbs.

"we could get a lot done if we did work together." she says, turning around to get the door to her ship opened.

she steps out into the fresh air, waiting for him.

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

— made, his brows rising beneath his helm.

“. . . You work fast. I ought to bring you along with me for bounty work. . .”

[𝗗𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗷𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻 @PaternalMando]

Shifting to his feet; he turns his attention to her briefly before planting his hands on the control console, eyes squinting at the scenery.

It was much better than what he was used to, so he couldn’t complain.

Then his attention snaps back to her at the last statement she —

[ᴋᴏsᴋᴀ ʀᴇᴇᴠᴇs @SheOfNite]

+ "we're here." she says excitedly, turning back to smile at din. "i had a client offer their vacation home to me. can use it whenever i want. i wanted to save it for a special occasion .. and this is the best time."

koska gently pulls her hands away, starting to undo her armor.