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You don't need to beat yourself up over it, my love. We're on the same page now. [ He trails a hand, tangling his fingers in his hair gently. ] I cannot blame you for it, because it was much the same for me. I've become so accustomed to being on my own, so I understand.

[ He leans down to kiss him on the forehead. ]

But we're not alone anymore.

[ Genji stands up with him, a fluid movement. He pats down the front of his clothing and smiles with a nod. ]

It is. My family owned one, actually. [ ...well, 'owned.' More like 'threatened original owners.'

He blinks then shakes his head, reaching to give Shigeru's cheek a light pinch. ]

No, it isn't an issue. Thank you for asking though. [ He grins a little cheekily. He's still a little red around the eyes, the crows feet around them a little tighter than usual, but his mood is gradually getting better.

So, flirty. ] If anything, it's like I'm taking you on a date at home... I've thought about that quite a lot.

I still f-feel really terrible, especially since I think Cisco is-is afraid of me now. [ He fiddles with his hands, eyes staring down at the floor. But at least he told Genji and it's a huge weight off his shoulders. He smiles as he listens, of course he should have known Genji's family would have one. He knew Genji's family for affluent but to what degree he never actually asked. It wasn't that big an issue or concern for him. After all phrobiest families were rather well off as well.

He'll let out a small noise at the pinching of he cheek as he lets out a laugh rubbing his face with a gloved hand.

Though his blush is super apparent as he looks away again. Genji has this ability to make him super flustered super fast. It's so embarrassing.

It doesn't help that he's remembering that one time they shared that dream together and what that led to. Oh gosh. ]

I-I've thought about it a lot too. About going back to your world with you. I wish I could.

[ Genji cups his face gently. ]

Cisco is kind and understanding, I do not think you have to worry about that. You can talk about it with him, if it's something you're worried about.

[ Genji chuckles, always glad to make him blush. He doesn't think he'll ever tire of seeing his cheeks light up with warmth. ]

One day, I hope we can. There is so much I want to show you, so many people to meet. They would all love you.

[ He leans in a bit more, brushing his lips against his forehead. Genji's mind is on the same dream... ]

We couldn't go back to the castle but...

[ Shigeru just...looks away a little defeated in his posture and expression. ]

I-I guess so. It didn't seem like that when we last spoke. He looked at me like...everyone else back home.

[ Like he was a monster and ready to snap and turn into a monster at any moment. Still he can't help but give a waning smile back at Genji. ]

I want to meet everyone too. We could go traveling I guess? Where exactly do you live back home? Nepal, right? We could stay there.

Cisco has his own circumstances that make him struggle with... anxiety. But I do not think he is terrified of you.

[ Genji thinks, that if he had been, Cisco would have mentioned what happened to him anyway.

He reaches down to take Shigeru's hands. ]

Nepal is my home, but I had been traveling quite a lot before I was brought here. I was heading back to Gibraltar, actually. Some of my former colleagues in Overwatch have regrouped, so it would be very easy for you to meet a lot of people.

[ He grins a little. ]

You would get along amazingly with Winston, I feel. And Dr. Ziegler.

I-I wouldn't blame him if he was. [ After all Shigeru is rather terrified of himself so other people being terrified isn't all that big a stretch. ]

I'd love to meet people from Overwatch. They all sound really amazing. Dr. Ziegler they were the one that...helped you right, after everything that happened? I'd definitely have to thank them for doing that.

[ Shigeru would of course have to thank them for saving Genji. ]

I wonder if we keep our memories of this place if we go back?

[ Genji's expression softens at that, even more so. So so sappy. ]

Yes, she was the one who stabilized me and kept me alive until the cybereticists could work on me. I owe her a lot and she has become a great friend. I'd love for her to meet you.

[ Her hands had quite literally been around his heart at one point, trying to keep him alive. It only makes sense that she knows who he's given it to in the end.

But Shigeru's musing... it's a hard thought, and only makes his decision even stronger in his mind. He brings their hands up, brushing his lips against the back of his hands. ]

I could never forget you. I don't think my heart would let me.

[ Shigeru beams happily as he leans in to kiss Genji before he tugs him towards the hotspring's baths. ]

Then I definitely have to meet her. If she's someone who saved you and makes you happy.

[ He wonders if she would ever show up here. ]

I don't think mine would either. When we turned younger it certainly didn't change how I felt about you. I-I remembered the feelings you gave me, even if my younger self couldn't believe it at the time.

[ He blushes as he turns away to watch where he's going. ] I never want to forget you, no matter what.

[ Genji lets himself be tugged, smiling gently. He's excited at the thought of slipping into the springs with Shigeru, tugging him close... ah. A warmth is pooling in his stomach already.

And Genji's heart squeezes. Brushing his thumb against the back of Shigeru's hand, he brings it up again to kiss the back of his gently. ]

I couldn't forget you either. I was so immature when I was younger, all I knew was that you made me feel warm and my heart wouldn't stop racing. You'll always be a part of me, my love.

[ Shigeru isn't going to lie. He's excited as well. He could use a good soak and having the pool all to themselves is a surprisingly nice bonus.

His cheeks turn pink as he laughs and looks away, sheepish and embarrassed. ]

You always say such romantic things, even when you were younger. I guess that'll never change, not that would ever want it to.

[ Genji can't help a little laugh at that. He remembers how confused he was when he was young for a day, not emotionally literate enough to understand what he was feeling. Just that Shigeru seemed important and he cared and he didn't know what to do with the feeling. ]

I only ever speak the truth. I'm just glad my younger self didn't get frustrated, I didn't handle myself very well back then.

[ Once they're by the side of the spring, Genji moves to start slipping off the shoulder of his yukata. He might also be doing it very slowly, with a cheeky little look on his face. ]

I-I'm really grateful that you didn't. You didn't even...care about the fact that I couldn't speak.

[ Shigeru's so red right now but he gives Genji a loving look Still his eyes might look away briefly as Genji starts to remove his clothes. Ah, he's not embarrassed, not really, but it is a turn on to watch him do that in such a fashion. Totally not fair! ]

Well I-I appreciate you being so-so understanding and patient with me...not a lot of people would have been. So...thank you. [ He'll move in to press his body against Genji's as he gives him a warm kiss. He'll huff a small laugh as he looks away before he starts to remove his own clothes. For some reason doing it like this is just so...embarrassing?! He's fumbling with his own yukata mostly out of inexperience more than anything. ]

[ Genji slips one shoulder out of the sleeve, on the side with his mostly still flesh chest. He returns the kiss warmly, leaning into him. ]

Truthfully?

[ He keeps himself close, raising a hand to start helping him peel away the fabric. Genji's voice is already very low and husky. ]

You were so very distracting, I could think of little else. Much like right now.

[ With that, he leans down to press a kiss to the curve of his neck right where it meets his shoulder.

Of course. You know how I was treated back home. I-I wish that you were there with me sometimes.

[ There's an unconscious shiver that runs through him when Genji kisses the nape of his neck. Shigeru will let out a soft husky sigh as he gives Genji an adoring look, running his hands through his hair as he smiles, face flushed. ]

I want you to m-move in with me. But only if-if you want. I know Hana left recently...but I think moving in together would be nice.

[ Is that moving too fast?! He doesn't know, and maybe just saying that in the heat of the moment isn't a good idea, but he can't help himself?! ]

[ Ah, that gets a hum that turns into a faint moan at the fingers in his hair. Genji presses another kiss to his neck, not too harshly, and starts to slowly trail his lips upwards.

At his question he stutters in his movements, pulling away to look at him. His upper lip is already red, the scars across it a noticeable contrast. Genji lets out a hoarse sigh and smiles. ]

I'd love to. But I don't want you to be uncomfortable, I know you need your space. [ With that, he goes back to 'work' on Shigeru's neck, mumbling into his skin. ]

We can make those kinds of decisions later. [ Uh oh, his voice is Very Husky now. ] I have a bit of a one track mind right now...

[ Genji slips a hand around Shigeru's waist, tugging him closer. ]

I won't. [ It comes out quickly but he knows that sometimes he gets uncomfortable with people in his space. But it's Genji and he knows he can handle living with the other. He'll close his eyes as he lets out another breathless sigh, moving closer to Genji as Genji wraps a hand around his waist.

Shigeru will laugh a little as he shifts to look at Genji before kissing him again. ] I love you.

[ He knows he says it quite a lot but he makes sure to say it again in the heat of the moment. ]

[ Shigeru always makes Genji's heart feel too big for both his bone and metal ribs. He lets out a hot sigh and pulls back to look at him, having left some faint pink marks on his neck.

His pale eyes soften and he kisses him back. Genji moves his other hand, the silicone in it gently warmed, and moves to slip it under the front folds of his yukata to touch his chest. ]

I love you too. So much.

[ He smiles, the corners of his eye crinkling and the scars on his cheeks pulling. ]

We should— get in the spring. Before we distract ourselves for too long and forget to.

[ Shigeru laughs with the hand pressed to his chest. Ah he really loves Genji so much. His heart always feels like it's about to burst when he's with the other man. ]

Oh! Yes, right. I-I almost forgot. [ he was so caught up in the moment there and then. He'll grab Genji's hand on his chest, smiling widely as he finally removes the rest of his clothes, slowly, and with a cheeky sort of look on his features. Almost as if he's asking Genji if he 'likes what he sees' before he slowly descends into the pool.

He'll let out a soft, content, sigh as he takes off his gloves last, which is a feat in and of itself. ]

It's so...relaxing. [ And romantic but he won't say that out loud. ]

[ Genji can't help an appreciative look. They've been in various states of undress around each other plenty of times now, but it still takes his breath away. That Shigeru lets him see such a vulnerable side of him always makes his ribs ache in the best way.

He's so in love. It's dangerous because it's something that could make his already scarred (literally and figuratively) heart shatter into pieces all over again, but it's well worth the risk. This time together is precious and he wants to make the most of it. Let him know how important he is.

With that, he undoes his obi and slides off his own yukata. Genji slips into the water with ease, feeling his chest squeeze again when Shigeru takes off his gloves.

He slides closer to him, reaching out to take a now damp hand and card it through his hair. ]

It is. How are you feeling?

[ Shigeru gives Genji a bashful smile as he nods silently. The ring that Adam had made for him is the only thing left on, after all Shigeru doesn't think he'll need the bracelet at a time like this anyway. He lets out a content little sigh, his cheeks red as he sinks a little lower into the water. ]

I-I'm okay. It's a little daunting, to not wear my gloves, but I-I'll be alright.

[ Even if he is a little uncomfortable he knows he has no reason to be. After all they were the only two in the springs tonight. ] How about you?

[ He might reach out to lightly touch Genji's chest where metal meets flesh he might trail his hands a little along the scars on his chest with a small shudder. It's an absent minded gesture and not one he's really paying attention to as he does it. He's never really...touched Genji without his gloves on before, has he? He might pull away in a jerky action as his face goes bright red. Ah. He needs to calm down! There was plenty of time later for that. ]

I-I've never touched you without my gloves on before. It...it's really strange. I'm not nervous or anything. [ Normally he can't stand it at all. But right now he's totally fine. ]

[ Ah... Genji realizes the same just as Shigeru touches him. Despite the warmth of the water, goosebumps pull at his skin and he holds back a shudder. He swallows thickly, keeping a hand in his hair.

His voice is incredibly husky again. ]

You can— touch me wherever you want. As long as you're comfortable.

[ He swallows again and finds himself reaching for Shigeru's other hand, although he stops himself. Genji wants to let him make his own boundaries. ]

[ Shigeru just gives him this sly look as he runs his hand over Genji's chest and then down his side to rest on one of his hips. He'll let out a soft sigh. His face is so red right now but he doesn't even care. ]

Anywhere? You really mean that? [ Shigeru please?! Save it for later, gosh. But he'll take Genji's hand in his own with a smile as he leans in to kiss him. ]

I'm always comfortable around you, so you should be careful about what you say.

[ Genji leans into the touches, almost purring at the attention. He's looking a little flushed himself and he smiles toothily before he returns the kiss. ]

Mmm, I'm being very careful. I'm always prepared for anything.

[ Genji squeezes his hand and draws it up to his chest, holding it close. ]

I would gladly spend the whole time we're in here kissing you, unless you have other ideas...

[ Oh. Well. That's definitely a good noise to hear and it makes Shigeru's heart beat faster in his chest as he moves closer to Genji. His body is excited as is his breathing as his other hand slides down Genji's thigh a little, moving to the inside of it briefly, before he pulls away.

Ah. They shouldn't be doing this here of all places, right? ]

I-I do. I mean. I have lots of-of ideas. But I don't mind you just kissing me...for now. [ Once they get back to their room that'll be a whole different story. ]

Unless you...want to see what those other ideas are? [ Shigeru teases a little as he brushes up against Genji, his skin rubbing against Genji's prosthetic skin, before he moves away a little. He has a cheeky sort of grin on his face. ]

[ That gets another little moan out of him, and a hitch in his breath when Shigeru's hand moves towards his thigh. Such a tease and Genji loved it.

It's definitely probably not appropriate (or sanitary) to do this sort of thing here, but. Flirting. If there's one thing Genji loves, its flirting with Shigeru like this. That look on his face doesn't help matters. ]

Mm, you could give me a little... preview, maybe? [ He trails the hand he's still holding down his chest. ] For later on? I'm in your hands, my love.

[ Literally and figuratively, he's sure. ]

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