[It's easier to work with somebody who will accept and assist your efforts to protect them, instead of fighting over who gets to throw themself into the jaws of danger. A mutual desire to protect the other at any cost...they'd be working against each other.
This way...they're working together. They're both important. They're both worth protecting, they should both get to feel happy and safe...
Atem watches Komaeda's head turn into his touch with a fondness that's tinged with greed. It's a little like a cat...and a little like holding the reins of a quiet, still horse. Komaeda is bigger than him, with magic Atem is weak to, just the touch prickles and stings, and very likely, he'd be Atem's match, if he has the speed-power -- but he's docile, trusting, with no sign of that tempestuous temper or wild impulse that means Komaeda's someone to worry about.
It's sweet, and it's dangerous, and he doesn't want this feeling to end.
He holds them there for a moment longer, taking it in. But then, Atem lets go and wraps his arms around Komaeda's shoulders one more time, giving a tight, affectionate squeeze.]
Mhm. It will!
[They're back to safety -- back to a hug between friends.]
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This way...they're working together. They're both important. They're both worth protecting, they should both get to feel happy and safe...
Atem watches Komaeda's head turn into his touch with a fondness that's tinged with greed. It's a little like a cat...and a little like holding the reins of a quiet, still horse. Komaeda is bigger than him, with magic Atem is weak to, just the touch prickles and stings, and very likely, he'd be Atem's match, if he has the speed-power -- but he's docile, trusting, with no sign of that tempestuous temper or wild impulse that means Komaeda's someone to worry about.
It's sweet, and it's dangerous, and he doesn't want this feeling to end.
He holds them there for a moment longer, taking it in. But then, Atem lets go and wraps his arms around Komaeda's shoulders one more time, giving a tight, affectionate squeeze.]
Mhm. It will!
[They're back to safety -- back to a hug between friends.]
I'll meet you in the hallway tomorrow. Okay?