idolpro | ABSINTHE'S HEART GAME - OUT OF TIME SESSION

[ just a bit! Absinthe moves his free hand up to lift the mask; it's still resting on the top of his head but Levity can at least say his face now. ]

There certainly is. It's rather dim, as you've noticed.

[Sometimes you're just happy to see your cannibal friend in his Selectively Sexy Torture Dungeon because you've been freaking out that much.]

It is. And you've been neglecting your housekeeping.

[He gives another totally-normal-and-not-at-all-approaching-hysterical chuckle, and then. Just. Drags Absinthe into a quick hug, clinging desperately, his body tense. Things are going to be fine now, right. They're friends? They're friends. All the bad things are just symbolism.]

[ sure!

sure, buddy! you keep thinking that! Absinthe pauses for a moment before he wraps his arms around him in turn, making a "shhing" sound. ]

There, there. What are you so afraid for?

[HAHA WOW THAT'S NOT AN UNSETTLING SOUND IN THE SLIGHTEST! Good thing Levity is too stupid to consciously register it, because there's nothing to worry about anyway!

He gives a breathless chuckle against Absinthe's shoulder.]

Is it surprising?.. I'm just...

[His fingers curl into Absinthe's robes more tightly and Levity grits his teeth, trying to keep his thoughts on track.]

I'm so... hungry... and--Lucifel, he...

[Levity takes in a deep, shuddering breath.]

D.Va offered too, and I--I can't, I can't, not like that, not--not someone else... I'm not used to this--

[Well, the aftermath of adrenaline and everything else is starting to hit him. Levity isn't actually sure if he could still stay upright if he let go of Absinthe.]

Is this how you feel?.. All the time?..

[ oh no Levity!! Absinthe remains silent for a bit, giving reassuring little rubs to his back. he doesn't quite answer that, as if he doesn't want to admit it outright; but he does murmur. ]

This is very difficult for you, isn't it? This is a cruel place.

[ a hand slides up, resting at the back of Levity's neck. ]

[he's stupid don't judge. The touch to his back helps; Levity relaxes under it a litte, still rather tense but less so than before. He lets his eyes slide shut, resting his head against the other man's shoulder.]

Isn't it difficult for you, too?.. If even your psyche is like this...

[Like damn look at the sheer DEPRESSION hanging off everything, go to therapy]

I would like to think I manage quite well.

[ it's faux-offended! his fingers stroke at the back of his neck, trying to be soothing, getting him more relaxed. ]

You don't have to see any more of this if you don't wish to.

[Oh that's a very cute mercy kill offer, ty. Levity's breathing slowly evens out under the stroking; it's nice. Probably the one entire nice thing so far.]

I... appreciate the sentiment. But I dislike the thought of leaving you like this. Besides... it is you. It's... easier if I know.

[He gives a breathless huff of laughter before trying to pull away.]

And forgive me for saying so, but the mess gets on my nerves. I'm not going anywhere before I at least try to clean up the lobby.

[IT'S SO GODDAMN GRODY WERE YOU RAISED BY RABID WOLVES]

Oh dear. I worry you may be at that for a while.

[ Absinthe looks appropriately sheepish, at the very least, and does let him pull back -- as tempting as the mercy kill is!! ]

[YOU PROMISED YOU'D ASK HIM FOR MURDER PERMISSION OK AND IT WAS DENIED(?). BE A GOOD ZOMBIE ABSINTHE]

All the more reason to start soon, is it not?

[Levity smiles as he pulls away--but then winces and sways, grabbing onto Absinthe's shoulders again to avoid falling down. Oof.]

B-But I think I... should eat soon...

[Levity makes a face. He still really REALLY doesn't want to eat raw human but, hey, it's easier now that he can pretend it's just symbolism. Probably. This isn't exactly him eating human flesh, it's like, him LARPing Absinthe in a way. Ergo, it's not Levity eating Lucifel bits. That's coping.]

[ coping!! Absinthe purses his lips, taking a hold of Levity to help support him. ]

You should -- lest you completely lose control of yourself. I'd offer something of myself, but, well ... I doubt that would be very pleasant to taste.

Lucifel would certainly assist, however.

[ and it's fine! it's all metaphors! it's not like he's an actual cannibal. ]

[Levity laughs, and it's rather... well, drunken might be one word for it. Things are fine now, apparently, and now everything is funny. Even cannibalism jokes(?).]

You've said before, but I couldn't taste anyway...

[That was a dream, but it's not really like Levity is in the state to remember what was real and what wasn't.]

Is... everything in there... from Lucifel? I can't just eat him, I barely know the man!

Oh, there's parts of others in the freezer, if you'd like to browse through. They just won't be as fresh.

[ he's being helpful! offering alternatives! ]

In the end -- this isn't real, hmm? Just as you mentioned.

[He Would Prefer Not To. Levity's mood swings back to not being very enthused about all this.]

If this is your mind... can you make the hunger go away?

[Levity raises a hand to his stomach, looking miserable. He dislikes it, he dislikes the idea of having to eat people, but at the same time a part of him feels guilty for having the potential luxury to just... decline suffering from the same condition Absinthe has been dealing with.]

I am afraid not - - much like I cannot will away my own hunger. And even I am only an aspect of myself.

[ which is true - - he's only part of Absinthe, in the same way the kitchen Lucifel is part of himself as well. ]

If you wish for a weapon or other tools, of course, you are free to take whatever you'd like.

[Levity looks over at the Implements(TM) on the table, then shakes his head, a little confused.]

But I don't need them, do I? D.Va kept the saw because she thought this was a game and we might need to protect ourselves, but... you're here now.

[He takes a couple deep breaths, trying to think through the hunger.]

...Are you hungry, too? We could... go back. I don't know if I'll be able to eat anything, but maybe it will be easier now...

[What does Lucifel symbolize, anyway. Apart from uhhh Absinthe's need to eat people? Without hurting them? See, Absinthe is good actually!]

I will not hurt you, but there are still parts of myself that may. I would not want you to be defenseless.

[ he reaches up, touching the side of Levity's face, comforting. ]

I must stay here. But you are free to go.

[Oh no he's soft!! :( Levity's face falls a little at the news that the Nice Absinthe has to stay here--and it is a little scary to hear that another part of him might want to hurt Levity, but then again that's... not entirely unexpected. He's been warned of as much, even back in the real world. He glances at the tools again - something to protect himself with... much like he'd said before, too, Levity doesn't have it in him to hurt others. Something to block blows then, maybe, incapacitate at worst... the crowbar seems to fit the description the best out of the pile. Or rather, it fits the description least badly.]

I see... but I still don't want to hurt you. But if you say so...

[He'll pick up the crowbar on his way out, but first things first. Leaning in to give Absinthe a kiss on the cheek - it doesn't help with the hunger, but he can push it aside for long enough right now.]

I'll try to come back, if you're still here. Maybe find some candles or something... you shouldn't just stay here in the dark.

[He starts to head off after picking up the crowbar, but then turns back again, hurriedly.]

Ah, if D.Va comes here before I see her--please tell her I'm fine. And... please don't hurt her, too. She was very worried already, and I don't want to see you two fight.

[He's at least aware both D.Va and Absinthe are a lot more... short-tempered than himself. Please play nice.]

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[ the nice, only selectively-torturing Absinthe kisses him back, brief - - before he tugs on that goat skull mask once more, with an amused laugh. ]

I will endeavor to do so. There's not many torches here, I'm afraid - - not my own choice, mind you.

And I will not harm her unless she gives reason for it.

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[That... tracks, really, but Levity isn't too happy about it. What if his friends stopped being stupid and fighty all the time.]

...If I meet her first, I'll ask her to be careful, too. I know you both enjoy this sort of thing much more than I do, but...

[He shakes his head, mostly exasperated, slightly fond.]

I'll see you later, Absinthe.

I will see you later, my friend.

[ He waves, with a dip of his head.

Where to now? ]

ABSINTHE'S HEART GAME - OUT OF TIME SESSION

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