the whole okhema thinks this though.

Stelle@harmoniousblaze.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Glad I am not the only one that thinks this.

you and i both, trailblazer.

Stelle@harmoniousblaze.bsky.social · 12mo ago

I need Lygus to shut the fuck up.

I need Lygus to shut the fuck up.

"hm? seems like you enjoy my idea. though" mydei let out a soft laugh at that, eyes shining with mischief and affection for the pretty cheetah in his arms. "say, wouldn't you like to put on a little show?" his voice dropped a little lower, though he made up for that by leaning in some more, +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon's ears perked up at that, and once again he seemed more like an overgrown puppy than the cheetah that he actually was. "How bold, Mydeimos~" He managed to tease, but the pink flush slowly covering his cheeks told a different story. It would indeed be a terrible, terrible idea... the-

"that's what we're meant to do after all." with that, mydeimos pressed one more kiss to his lips, then leaned back and carefully guided him to rest against his chest. he knew he had no reason to worry about those tears, knew phainon would eventually talk to him if he needed to. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon was quiet as he heard Mydei's whispers, feeling his pulse jump at the praise, at his declaration of always believing in him. He felt the tears starting to prick his eyes without his control, though he knew that it wasn't sadness, at least not totally. The way Mydeimos was looking at him-

"every single version of me believed in you and wanted to support you till the very end," he found himself whispering against phainon's lips. "and i was right, every single time. it's thanks to you that we're safe." his eyes were beaming with pride as he pulled away. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon's brow furrowed slightly at the mention of Mydeimos' many, many deaths. "It was painful... but you really fought hard, no matter what. You never backed down a single time," He nodded slowly. "I think... if you hadn't still kept fighting, it would've hurt way more than it already does..." +

"at this rate, why don't you just kiss me in the middle of the marmoreal market? that would give people plenty to talk about." mydei knew it was a bad idea. it was probably a terrible idea - not because they were supposed to hide or anything, but still. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"Aha, I never say anything explicit! Maybe just a few comments with double meanings, or tiny, tiny hints that could easily pass off as really good friends," He responded with a soft laugh, leaning closer to Mydeimos as he felt the arm around his waist.

"yes. that's all that matters," mydei retorted with a little hum. in truth, it was. of all the things he cared about in this world, phainon's thoughts were the ones he treasured the most. for a few moments, he remained silent, gaze fixated upwards, studying phainon's pretty features. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"Oh?" Phainon's eyes were bright with amusement at that. He had always tried his best, and he knew every time, Mydeimos would give in despite everything. It was something that solidified their bond, as odd as it may have seemed to others. He let Mydei move one of his hands, resting it over his-

/ health in the gutter rn. will get back to replies as soon as possible :((

mydei didn't find it bad at all though. "it was an honourable death, every single time," he murmured, hand now shifting to cup phainon's cheek. "if anything, the sweetest way to die would always be at your hand." of course, he was fully aware of phainon's difference in opinion. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon sighed softly, pressing his face into Mydei's shoulder for a few moments, taking in his warmth, his scent. "I would've faltered... if I had let myself fall for you completely... as badly as I wanted to, I couldn't..." He stated softly. "It was already bad enough, what I had to do to you-

mydeimos could only stare at him incredulously. "and what are you telling people, HKS?" though he made sure to sound unimpressed and keep his expression neutral, one arm slowly found its way around phainon's waist. oh, he was so, so interested in what the other had to say.

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"We are... quite a hot topic amongst the gossips, considering how much time we spend together... even more so than Lady Aglaea and Professor Anaxa," He admitted with a soft huff, unable to meet Mydeimos' gaze now. "Some of Castorice's stuff is indeed very well-written... but it does make me-

"especially when you're trying to make me mad." a mischievous glint flashed across mydei's face as he spoke. indeed, he'd grown to enjoy phainon's attempts to get a rinse out of him, perhaps a little too much. leaning into that warm touch felt only natural. in turn, one of his own hands +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"Oh? Really now? Even when I'm being a little shit and trying to make you mad?" He chuckled softly, his own aqua gaze soft as he met Mydeimo's eyes. The compliment made his cheeks heat up, but his smile never wavered. "Says the one who's considered one of the most handsome faces in all-

his hold around phainon subconsciously tightened. "there was not a single recurrence in which i didn't fall for you," mydei contributed a confession of his own. "and every single time i thought, even if i could have you, having to eventually stand your lover would only make things harder." +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon's tone was somewhat shy now. "I have, yeah..." He admitted softly, relaxing more as he felt Mydei's fingers running through his hair. "I never thought I'd feel like this for anyone... I was scared to lose you, the Flamechase Journey is harsh, cruel... but... I couldn't help but to yearn-

oh. oh... "deliverer... are her poems about us?" a crimson shade was now dusting his cheeks at the thought. goodness, what was phainon even doing? and why was mydeimos strangely pleased by the thought of writings of this nature about the two of them existing somewhere out there? +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon nodded, chuckling softly until Mydeimos asked about the actual content of the poems. His face slowly turned red. "Well, just tales of romance and comradery... maybe a little bit too much comradery... Involving important Amphorean figures..."

"if it's you, i enjoy everything." eyes like two suns were staring up at amphoreus' hero, so full of the purest, most sincere affection. after a little pause, he tentatively added: "you're so beautiful when you smile like this." +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon released a delighted little purr of his own. Despite being the one with feline-aligned features, Mydeimos was definitely the more "cat like" of the two of them, Phainon knew that much. "You enjoy the chase. Plus, you've sought me out too," He grinned. The two just couldn't stay separated-

a beat of silence. then- "so you too have been thinking about this?" one hand shifted up yet again, fingers carding through phainon's silver locks in what he hoped was a soothing manner. mydeimos wasn't inexperienced in physical matters. and yet, he'd never held someone so dear to him, +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Mydeimos' laughter made Phainon's ears perk up, eyes bright at the sound. Phainon's cheeks became a deep pink as he was pulled closer, settling in Mydeimos' lap. He was very flustered now, but he let himself relax, resting against Mydei. He rested his cheek on Mydei's shoulder, a quiet purr-

"i mean, you just mentioned compromising positions. usually her and i were joking about that." the confusion on his face seems to keep growing. "so... what are the poems actually about?"

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"Mostly Castorice... her poems can be... very interesting," He chuckled. "Hm? What kinda topics?" He's intrigued!

the gentle scratching prompted mydeimos to fake a little purr - something akin to a cat, or as close to it as he could get. "aren't you the one always chasing me?" it was a lie. they were both seeking each other out in equal measure. they were indeed attached at the hip. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"I can't help it. It seems like you can drag out every aspect of myself without even trying," He laughed softly. They worked so well together, and Phainon couldn't imagine sharing this kind of bond with anyone else. He couldn't help himself, moving a hand to scratch under Mydei's chin. He just-

at that, he can only blink slowly. a joke, huh? as the words settle in, they prompt him to let out a soft, genuine laugh. "i'll make up for that." both arms once again wrapped around phainon's frame. this time, however, mydeimos pulled him straight onto his lap. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon was stunned by Mydei's gentleness, but welcomed it eagerly. He'd always hesitated before letting his feelings , especially when he hadn't been sure how Mydei would've felt about it. But now? Now he knew. Mydei seemed to feel the same as he did, the way he kissed so gently, treating-

"oh. i take it you're helping castorice with her poems?" a little pause. "she never really let me actually read them though, just joked with me about the topics..."

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"So... It might involve certain people in... Compromising positions. Maybe a little romance too..."

"are you getting all sappy on me, deliverer?" despite the teasing nature of his words, mydeimos did think they worked together perfectly, like day and night, like the moons and the tides. when he glanced up again, his lips were curled into a playful little smirk, yet there was also +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon's heart felt light. Mydeimos trusted him more than anyone else, even after everyone. Mutual respect and care, that was the basis of his and Mydei's whole relationship. "Nobody else has seen into my heart so easily, not in so, so long..." He mused softly. "We have a way of working so well-

deep down, he too knew this wasn't what he'd imagined kissing phainon would be like. in his dreams, he'd let greed consume him - just take and take to make up for the lost time. and goodness, had he dreamt about it more than he'd be willing to admit. in every. damn. recurrence. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

The way Mydeimos was looking at him... It made Phainon want to give everything to the Kremnoan. It scared him, but he realised he really would without a single ounce of hesitation. "Oh..." He had no time to fully respond, as Mydei's lips were against his. +

oh, this better be good. he knew phainon was the kind to get embarrassed easily. really, whatever it was he was so shy about could have ranged from incredibly boring to so juicy it would infuriate the gold weaver. "so, tell me," he spoke, an amused smile playing on his lips.

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"Nooooo don't ask Cipher about it. I'll tell you, okay." He was fluffed up and somewhat embarrassed now.

yes, it scared mydei too. it scared him how easy it was to be so open, so vulnerable, to almost wear his heart on his sleeve - all because the man he was opening up to was phainon, always phainon. "and i'm the only one you truly rely on," he chose to answer instead. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"I know, I know..." Phainon nodded, releasing a soft hum. As Mydei guided his hand to that one spot, that one vulnerability in Mydeimos' body, he froze for a few moments. But as he brushed his fingers over that spot, he relaxed. Yes, Mydeimos was unmarred now, -

suddenly, it was like the whole world went quiet. there was nothing but their breaths, their heartbeat and the gentle ripples of water. "and... what if you are my answer?" the thrill of their little dance was intoxicating. having everything he'd ever wanted at his fingertips... +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon was trying to stay calm and act like he wasn't flustered, but he couldn't help it. They were so close, so many words left unsaid, feelings left undefined. "Mh... You're looking at me so intently. As if I am the answer to everything..." He'd tried to make a joke, but his tone had come out -

"what things?" he was growing more curious by the moment. "don't make me go look for the thieving cat. i'm sure she'd be more than happy to tell me for the right price."

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"Just... Things..." He released an awkward laugh, before shrugging. "Just some silly little tales. Nothing serious."

mydei blinked once. twice. "come see me anytime if you need to convince yourself of my safety again." one hand tentatively shifted up, only for his fingertips to graze against phainon's cheek. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"I will... Once I know how to actually express it..." He admitted softly. But knowing Mydeimos would wait for him, that he was willing to hear him out, Phainon felt calmer now. "I do know that having you here does ease my heart. Knowing you're safe."

the added closeness was more than welcome. in turn, mydei shifted a little too, arms properly wrapping around phainon's lithe waist. "i'm glad i met you too," he confessed in turn. there was so much more he wanted to add, so many words right on the tip of his tongue. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon was flustered at Mydei's words, gaze averted for a few moments as he tried to calm himself. Of all people, he'd never expected Mydeimos to become the closest to him, to be the one to see past everything and see /him/, but now he couldn't imagine anyone else by his side like this. +

"what things?" instinctively, he tilted his head a little - something he did whenever he was confused. "stop being so cryptic, HKS."

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

"He has a lot of pride," He nodded, chuckling. At Mydei's questioning, he just grinned. "I may have helped a couple of people... Wrote some things."

a little sigh escaped him once those gentle fingers began to thread through his hair. few had ever the honour of getting this close to the kremnoan prince. of all of them, phainon was the only one he felt so at peace with. +

☀️Phainon🐆@acinonyxkhaslana.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Phainon enjoyed the closeness, the physical feeling of Mydeimos resting on his lap. He played with Mydeimo's hair idly as they simply spent a quiet moment together, watching the night sky and the stars above.