+ flute for you…
( lacing their fingers once again, and guiding him along, and towards the compound. No windows angled at this position- and a few suspiciously angled stones.
He really did get crafty with those little secret rendezvous. )
( He brought them up two more times, onto the ledges, before hopping up and hoisting himself up onto the top ledge, reaching his hand down for Datu to take.
Things seemed to be simmering down now.. Datu seemed calmer. It was nice. )
Then I’ll break out the good ol’ trusty +
[As soon as he could, he took Jae's hand in his own once again.]
I would like that a lot actually..tea sounds great. As long as you make it how you usually do. Its the best way. Though I wouldn't mind some music either if you think it could help with whatever's going on.
+ with your head, okay? Maybe some tea can temporarily soothe it.. or some music. Music seems to work wonders nowadays..
( If only he could carry a tune. )
We will, just.. here, wait.
( They reached a wall leading up to a raised ledge, and he let go of Datu’s hand, using both to create a current to lift them up and onto the top of the ledge.
Ah. Scaling the place from the side, and using blind spots. )
I’ll try to help you +
+ Karthik would probably kill him if he found out. Or Shilpa. Or, especially, Hamka. Considering they’ve already tried. )
Just.. focus on me if you have to.
( At least that would ease one rumor for another… Jae would prefer /no/ rumors but.. walled haven, lots of gossip. )
Well, are you able to see me? See the street? What do you mean messed up..?
( that was concerning. Was it something to do with the affliction? He had to make sure Datu wouldn’t fall into it… being scared—
Jae really should tell him the truth—
But what about the White Lotus? +
[Regardless of his worries, he followed after his boyfriend. He could feel his heart pounding against his ribs. He took a breath to try and calm himself but he couldn't deny that he was scared someone would catch onto them.]
+ to just look casual, okay? Once we get closer to the compound, we’ll be fine.
Getting through the rest of the city is.. the hard part.
( starting to guide him along, walking casually near his side, only a step ahead. )
( Taking his hand again- a bit relieved that he agreed to come with him. )
Datu, my sweet deerdog, you’re asking an airbender if they know a secret route to break in or out of their own room.
( giving him a soft, yet sly smirk. )
Of course I do.
Just follow along, and try +
Okay..alright..I trust you. I'm so so sorry if I end up hurting you anyway, I promise I would never hurt you willingly. I'll come with you though. Um is there..a way to get there thats preferably furthest from the- from 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 as possible?
It’s safer to talk somewhere else, anywhere else. And you can’t hurt anyone in my room- if you’re so scared about it, I’ll even lock up the spear and your armor, okay?
I think I stand a chance against you unarmed…
( something to help ease his worries, offering his hand +
+ once again. )
I.. /We/ just need to get somewhere no one will listen. The brigade is busy finishing cleanup and repairs…
We’ll be safest at my place. Less people.
Less chance for you to hurt someone, if you’re concerned.. okay?
Please, let’s just go- I really, +