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Hah. You are.

But this time I'm not talking about us. I'm talking about weakness.

[Things that others can take advantage of. Worry and protectiveness. Because Dabi is certainly feeling that way now. He knows how those kind of things can be manipulated.]

You like me enough to admit your scared. That really is something.

[He's only mildly teasing this time, but he leans in and kisses Shigaraki to make up for it, sliding a hand into his hair.]

I guess we're both in, then.

That's why it stays inside our rooms, right? [Seems a bit harsh but Dabi's got a point about weaknesses. If the others knew, or heroes knew, then they'd be even bigger targets. Not only that but it looked poorly for a boss to have a clear favorite.

Shigaraki kisses back in the brief moment that their lips touch.]

You know what I mean. [Don't tease him like that babe.] Yeah. Still I am sorry if I came off too aggressively about this the other day.

Right...

[It's not that harsh, not when it comes to the two of them, but... Dabi has a feeling some of the others might already suspect something, especially with how loud they've been lately. If the heroes knew, it would be detrimental to them all, he imagines.]

We want it to stay inside our rooms, that would be ideal, but... I think we have to be realistic about that too.

[He leaves his lips against Shigaraki's, nipping lightly. Yeah, this is much better than whatever shitty distance he needed. It still irritates him a little, that he's fallen into something like this, but he started it. He started it and now he really likes it.]

I know what you mean. It wasn't too aggressive. It just made me realize some things I didn't want to realize.

[Feelings.]

[If anyone suspects anything it's definitely Kurogiri and Himiko. Not that either one of them would hold it against the two of them but it's still pretty alarming to think about how their relationship status is getting spread like wildfire.]

Yeah? [He doesn't say much more and lets Dabi nip at his lip lightly.] No. It was pretty aggressive. [It sounded like an order for fucks sake.] Even if this goes beyond the bedroom, we still have to be equal with each other in the bedroom. About what we realize. [They're both avoiding the word feelings it seems.]

[ Kurogiri and Himiko, that sounds about right. But even with them... it could be a tricky thing. Well, Dabi thinks so, anyway. It's not like Toga would actually keep her mouth shut about it- without realizing the damage it could do. She'd think it was cute. Fun and games. ]

It was sudden. It... threw me a little.

[It did sound like an order, and that's what threw him. He doesn't want to admit it, but he is, because... trust. And this respect thing they seem to be working on, apparently.]

I'd like that.

Yeah? Good. [He kisses Dabi softly, as if to seal his confession. Shigaraki doesn't linger long though, one hand picking up 'father' gently.]

I hate to kiss and leave but I have some work I have to do. I'll come back later.

[ Dabi lets out an annoyed sound, leaning back on his hands, watching as Shigaraki situates the hand back on his face again. ]

Anything I can help with?

No. You're welcome to tag along but it'll be boring. [He pauses as he stands up.] We can do something tomorrow. Your choice.

Do something like actually do something? Or more work related shit?

[The first piques his interest. The second one... well, he'll do it if he has to. It's why he's here, after all. Part of the reason he's here, he amends his thoughts. The other reason is Shigaraki.]

Go do your thing. But you better come back here when you're done. Don't slink off to your room. I'll be waiting.

Actually fucking do something. Whatever you want to do. Within reason of course.

[But he nods, heading for the door.]

I'll leave the hands in my room before coming here, alright?

[With that he takes off to go finish his chores. Now that his head is somewhat clear- he's able to get things done. It doesn't take him long to wrap up business (three hours at the most) and though he's tired by the end of it, he does make good on his promise to return. First he stops at his room to remove the regalia of the hands and then change into something more casual. He even grabs the gloves, slipping them on before he leaves for Dabi's room.

He knocks, waiting to be let in.]

Hmm alright, I'll have to think of something.

[He nods, always grateful when Shigaraki leaves the hands behind. While the other man is gone, he does think of what they can do. Grab food, see a movie- regular date shit. He almost laughs at himself. How ridiculous that he's even thinking about things like that. Now that they've settled this thing between them, it's no reason to get carried away, right? Fuck.

But they have a limited amount of things they can really do, being wanted criminals and all. Maybe grab food and do something else. He'll think it over.

The rest of the night he spends watching cartoons, bored out of his mind until Shigaraki knocks on his door. He very nearly jumps up and jobs over, but he has to calm the hell down, so he saunters over to the door, swinging it open.]

Took you long enough. Come in.

It was out of my hands. [Ha. But honestly it was. He looks more tired than he did three hours ago when they had their conversation. He almost stayed in his room with how tired he was but Shigaraki did't want to break his promises.]

But at least we won't be bothered for a while.

[He steps inside Dabi's room, rolling his neck.]

I'm free for the next few nights.

You're so good with the puns.

[He mutters, completely sarcastic- but he doesn't lay it on too thick, he can tell Shigaraki's tired. He always looks droopier than usual.]

The next few nights, huh? All that free time. What are we gonna do with it?

[He smirks, grabbing at the hem of Shigaraki's shirt and tugging him closer.]

You look like shit, creep.

I don't know? Sleep? [He jokes again as Dabi pulls him closer. One gloved hand grabs at Dabi's jacket, the other hovers over Dabi's shoulder- waiting for permission to touch the other.]

You come up with any brilliant ideas while I was working? [Because he was able to be consumed with his work and actually focus on it, he didn't have time to daydream.]

You always say that.

Yeah, sleep. Looks like you could use it. Think you'll manage to sleep tonight?

[Shigaraki says he can't sleep, but when they're together he always does. It's why he wanted the other man back here tonight. So both of them could sleep. It just feels better this way now. They maintain their space when they sleep and Dabi never has to worry about it, even when Shigaraki moves a little closer.]

Yeah I thought of something. Been wanting to do it for a while now, actually. How do you like my piercings?

[He tilts his head, looking at Shigaraki's ear. It would be cool if he got a matching one too.]

Yeah, well. You always look like shit. Except when you're in my shirts. Then you look fucking hot.

That depends. Are you going to keep me up?

[Even when they sleep together- it's usually because they've just had a round of sex. Not that Shigaraki minds. Between the blowjobs and handjobs and being tied up? The exploration of sex has really helped him get better nights sleep.]

Your piercings? [His mind immediately recalls the dick piercing.] Yeah? I like them. Why?

[Strange question but alright.]

A shirt doesn't just make someone 'hot' Dabi.

Maybe a little.

[He reaches up and slides his hand along Shigaraki's arm, pushing his hand down against his shoulder. Can they just sleep together without having sex first? Is that a thing that they're gonna do? Maybe. Today was a lot of fucking shit and Dabi is tired, too. He won't turn down sex, of course, but he's not particularly pushing for it.]

Was thinking of getting a couple more. If you wanna come with me? We can grab a bite to eat along the way and make it... a date.

[Has he completely lost his mind? Fucking feels like it.]

Yeah, I know. So I guess you look like hot shit all the time, then.

[He guides Dabi to Dabi's bed, pushing the other back as he climbed on the other side of him. Maybe this will be the first time they sleep without sex. Shigaraki sure isn't pushing for it.]

More? [Shigaraki raises an eyebrow.] I'll come with you. I said I'd do whatever you want, didn't I?

[He rolls his eyes at the compliment, shoving the other playfully.]

It's a date. Just don't make me try any more burgers.

[ Maybe it's crossing another line- spending the night with each other just to be with each other- but Dabi is less concerned about that now that they had their talk. As much as he didn't want to have it, it might've been a good thing. ]

Yeah, more. Maybe something for you to play with. [He smirks] You did say whatever I wanted, yeah.

[He laughs, getting comfortable in bed. He keeps a distance between them, but reaches out and pushes his fingers through Shigaraki's hair for contact.]

Hot dogs, then? I know a great food cart.

[Something for you to play with. The words make him perk up with even more curiosity. Something just for him? Call Shigaraki selfish because now he's actually invested in something as dull as watching someone get a piercing. It's like watching paint dry for Shigaraki, he just doesn't understand what anyone would get out of it.

He lets Dabi initate the contact, keeping his hands to himself as he spoke.]

You want me to hold your hand or something? So you don't cry?

[He makes a face at the mention of hot dogs but reluctantly agrees.] Nothing weird?

[Knowing Dabi he's going to ask for a hot dog wrapped in bacon and replace the bun with fried cheese or something. Probably nothing quite like that but, compared to the cold hot dogs Shigaraki enjoyed as a kid? Anything would be weird.]

Yeah, asshole. Hold my hand so I don't cry. You know what a big cryer I am.

[He gives Shigaraki a look, but it's fine. He knows the other will like it when he sees it.]

Maybe you can get one too.

[He doubts Shigaraki will, but it's worth the suggestion. It's something they could... share? Something to mark this monumentous occasion of the two of them actually giving a shit about someone other than themselves? Now that Dabi has go ahead, the two of them agreeing that it's worth it, Dabi definitely feels like he's falling all in.]

Nothing too weird. You can put all kinds of delicious shit on your hot dog. I know you won't, but the options are there.

Have someone stick a needle in me? Pass. Doesn't mean I won't come with you. [It'll take more than a suggestion to get Shigaraki to even consider a piercing. He doesn't really think about it as being something they could share but again that's mostly because he thinks for himself first. Selfish even in a relationship. Well... Dabi had to have known that coming into this. It's not exactly an unknown fact about Shigaraki that he can be pretty damn selfish. Not all the time but about 80% of the time.]

Just pickles. [That's where his food adventure ends.]

I can stick a needle in you.

[As if that's any better. But of course he doesn't fault Shigaraki for thinking that way. They're both pretty damn selfish when it comes down to it, Shigaraki just gets a little more leniency than most. And maybe Shigaraki's selfishness is a good thing. It'll keep Dabi grounded. ]

Fine, just pickles. You're the pickiest eater I know.

I'll let you cut my hair if you keep the fucking needles away from me.

[A compromise? Perhaps. He has a feeling Dabi isn't going to drop the topic of Shigaraki getting a piercing. But maybe the prospect of being able to cut the messy mop of blue hair would be distracting enough.]

I'm not picky. I just know what I like.

I can, huh?

[Well...yes, that definitely does pique his interest and maybe the piercing can be momentarily forgotten. Shigaraki knows both what he wants and how persistent he is. But his want for the haircut actually wins out this time. Probably until they get to the piercing place and then he'll be all over it again.]

What else do you like?