@Joel | joeldritch

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He chuckles and kisses the tip of his mate's nose before settling into the water with a contented hum. "I think goblins are on... He harumphs, deciding to be an otter instead of a dragon. He holds Leis's hand in one claw and holds Afer close with the other arm while floating in the pool he calls a bath. He sighs happily.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He pulls a face, growling. “I shall not bite your nose but goblins are now on my shitlist forever.” He chuckles and kisses the tip of his mate's nose before settling into the water with a contented hum. "I think goblins are on most people's shit lists. Including their own, half the time."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > He can't help but chuckle a little at Mathias's grumpiness, and he slowly moves over towards him in the water. "We went to inv... He turns kissing Afer’s cheek, one arm winding around the drow’s waist.

"Goblins? This close to the school? Hopefully it was just an isolated incident..." he says, frowning a bit. He must've been too busy with the bakery to have caught wind of it. "I've had my fair share of fights with goblins over the years, and it seems like I always came out of it with a new scar. Including this one." He points to the one on his nose and cheek, then, chuckling a bit. "One of them threw a rock at me and it caught me across the nose pretty good. That was also like 50 years ago, though, so it doesn't look anywhere near as gnarly as it did."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "What happened? I did not know you had been in danger," he adds grumpily, frowning as he drifts around in the water. He can't help but chuckle a little at Mathias's grumpiness, and he slowly moves over towards him in the water. "We went to investigate a goblin camp in the Witherbloom woods," he says, gently nuzzling at Mathias's cheek, "They'd set camp a little too close, and a couple of students encountered some of the goblins, and they were hostile. The fact that I got hurt was simply... bad luck."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer glances down at his shoulder, and the dark purple bruise spreading from the two recently-healed puncture wounds. "No," he... "What happened? I did not know you had been in danger," he adds grumpily, frowning as he drifts around in the water.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He hums, a smile spreading over his face as his lovers converse and enjoy relaxing in the bath. "I am sorry I bit you without as... Afer glances down at his shoulder, and the dark purple bruise spreading from the two recently-healed puncture wounds. "No," he says, looking back up at Mathias and smiling, "I like it... and I don't mind scars. This one reminds me of you, and the fact that you're getting possessive over me? That's... I love that."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > The bath is exactly what Afer feels his body needs. Of course Mathias would think about everything - such as getting a warm ba... He hums, a smile spreading over his face as his lovers converse and enjoy relaxing in the bath. "I am sorry I bit you without asking, without a proper conversation, Afer. My possessiveness came out in an ugly way. The mark can be completely healed if you would prefer." He does not mention how it would pain him slightly to do so, but he'd live. He would work harder to earn it or let bygones by bygones.

The bath is exactly what Afer feels his body needs. Of course Mathias would think about everything - such as getting a warm bath to soothe sore muscles during his rut. At Leis's words, Afer simply chuckles and nods in agreement, letting himself float a little, while looking over at the dragon who floats next to them, face down. "It's amazing to not have to make the trek to a hot spring," he smiles, "I don't think I could manage moving any further than a few feet right now... which I of course do not mind."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > An appreciative hum leaves him as he sinks into the warm water, the aches in his muscles quickly melting away as he submerges hi... Is he pretending to be dead in the water for a moment? Yes. He is quite tired after all. Eventually he has to breathe, so he flips over in the water, breathing deeply and exhaling steam as he just floats. “Agreed. Modern plumbing is quite a marvel.”

An appreciative hum leaves him as he sinks into the warm water, the aches in his muscles quickly melting away as he submerges himself up to his neck, long hair floating in the water behind him. "I think this bath is probably my favorite thing I've ever experienced in a home," he says, grinning over at Mathias and Afer. He'd happily stay in here for hours, given half a chance.

Sometime later, the dragon's knot deflated leaving them all sticky, tired, and sore. Mathias, in his infinite ideas and less frequent wisdom, had designed a large inset bath roughly the size of half a swimming pool. It seemed that even dragons liked to bathe. Leis helped both Mathias and Afer—who declined to be carried since they were all sore—to the bath, where they rinsed off in the shower before descending into the mineral-infused waters.

He smiles and nods at Mathias's suggestion before settling down to wait, knowing that it would likely take a fair bit of time for the dragon's knot to go down. He leans into Afer's touch with a soft smile, humming a bit. "Don't worry about trying to walk, by the way, I can carry you both easily enough. Though probably not at the same time, heh."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He smirks, basking in the afterglow of the moment. "Ah, yes. Pryzmat is my draconic name. I have never had a clan nor been adopt... His lips curl into a small smile, at Mathias's words. He'd read up on dragons, and knows 'Mathias' surely can't be his dragon name, so it makes sense that he has one. "I... I'd love that," he says, pressing his lips to Mathias's throat, "But please, do not roll over on me. At least not fully. I don't think I'm as sturdy as Leis here." He reaches a hand over to gently brush Leis's hair back, before affectionately stroking the baker's cheek with his thumb. "He should be fine," he replies to Mathias, smiling, "I left him with enough food, and he's not far away if I need to check on him... given that you can allow me to leave for a little bit, if needed?"

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer relaxes against Mathias's chest, enjoying the gentle touch of Leis's fingers over his skin. He listens to them in silence, ... He smirks, basking in the afterglow of the moment. "Ah, yes. Pryzmat is my draconic name. I have never had a clan nor been adopted by one, so I have no other matrilineal names. Now that we are...if you wish to stay bonded, you need only whisper my name and I will hear it. It also comes in handy if I roll over on you while in my dragon form." He pets through Afer's hair, enjoying the way the curls bounce back. "How is Khnum?"

Afer relaxes against Mathias's chest, enjoying the gentle touch of Leis's fingers over his skin. He listens to them in silence, while gently nuzzling at the dragon's throat, though he can't help his curiosity at his words. "Pryzmat?"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Do you want to put some music on in a little bit? I know Nita gave you that record of her playing for Nightal," he says, drawin... “I think,” he clears his throat. “After my knot has gone down, I think a bath and then I will have to shift back to Pryzmat for rest. Putting on the recording would be fantastic, beloved.”

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "I am...very tired," she admits, eyes closed and just focusing on being close to them both. "I hope we are near the end of this.... "Do you want to put some music on in a little bit? I know Nita gave you that record of her playing for Nightal," he says, drawing random patterns on Afer's skin as he basks in the warmth and weight of them both laying on him.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Are you okay, love? Do you want me to grab you some water?" he asks, wrapping his arms around both Mathias and Afer to hold the... "I am...very tired," she admits, eyes closed and just focusing on being close to them both. "I hope we are near the end of this...I do hate ruts." His bones are liquid and he feels floaty, almost sated. Something is nagging him at the back of his mind but he chalks it up to his discontent at ruts in general.

"Are you okay, love? Do you want me to grab you some water?" he asks, wrapping his arms around both Mathias and Afer to hold them close.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He gasps, a groan rumbling through his chest as he lies there, limp and exhausted. "I seem...to be aware—ah— I am—Gods—you two... Afer slides his fingers into Mathias's hair, finding it almost wet with sweat, and he slowly brushes his fingers through it, while his other hand moves up to rub Leis's neck. "Fuck... are you okay?" he asks softly, eyes shifting between both of them.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer leans forward, pressing a lop-sided kiss to Mathias's cheek. He's feeling a little light-headed again, but the effects of ... He gasps, a groan rumbling through his chest as he lies there, limp and exhausted. "I seem...to be aware—ah— I am—Gods—you two—" he pants, eyes rolling in his head.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His head lulls, blinking slowly. His voice is very strained, hoarse, finally able to speak again but barely. "Afer..." Afer leans forward, pressing a lop-sided kiss to Mathias's cheek. He's feeling a little light-headed again, but the effects of the spell Leis cast on him is still definitely helping. "I'm here... I'm here..." he murmurs softly, while slowly grinding down on his knot and gasping a little, "*Gods*, you feel so good..."

His head lulls, blinking slowly. His voice is very strained, hoarse, finally able to speak again but barely. "Afer..."

Afer happily kisses Leis for as long as he lets him, long, grateful moans was escaping him as their tongues mingle together. Then, he simply lets himself relax on top of Mathias, nuzzling at his neck while they slowly maneuver each other so that Leis can slip inside Mathias. He moans with each little jerk of his body as Leis thrusts into Mathias, making the fat cock inside Afer twitch hard, until it's spilling inside him again. His eyes roll into the back of his skull, and he clutches at Mathias's horn, his other hand finding Leis's bicep again. "Oh, gods- *fuck*, there's so much of it..." he gasps.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He groans, head lolling to the side and nuzzling into Afer’s. His breath hitches when each thrust, a glorious drag within him. ... The sensation draws his own orgasm from him, though not entirely dry as he'd anticipated it being. He also bites down on his shoulder again, certain that the area will at the very least be bruised for the next several days, even though it won't be a lasting mark. Not yet, at least. His teeth are sharp, to be sure, but not quite sharp enough to bite through a dragon's hide.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He moans low in his throat again as he sinks into Mathias, the hand not tangled in Afer's hair moving back down towards Mathias'... He groans, head lolling to the side and nuzzling into Afer’s. His breath hitches when each thrust, a glorious drag within him. Eventually he feels it building again, a force of anticipation. He clutches Afer to him, almost as a measure of comfort, the two of them rocking and grinding slowly, undulating as one. Then Leis hits a certain angle and his comes like someone punching shattered glass, howling as he pulses around Leis and he shoots more come into Afer, adding to the mess.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His purring is loud and he's dissolved into soft kisses pressed around the bite on Afer's shoulder. But he would be remiss as a ... He moans low in his throat again as he sinks into Mathias, the hand not tangled in Afer's hair moving back down towards Mathias's slit, gently massaging the outer rim again. When he pulls back from Afer's mouth, he immediately returns his attention to the dragon's shoulder and neck, nipping and sucking with each thrust. "Can you come again for us, love? Can you come on my cock while you're still buried in Afer?"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Mmm, it is nice, isn't it?" he purrs, running his fingers through Afer's hair again. He pulls him into another kiss, now that... His purring is loud and he's dissolved into soft kisses pressed around the bite on Afer's shoulder. But he would be remiss as a mate if he ignored a lover. His tail is still covered in Afer's come as it untangles itself from between them and slithers down to smear it over his own hole, still loose from the duration of his rutting so far and over Leis's cock as it slips him inside, his legs adjusting for the angle.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > It's a strange sensation, when Leis places his hand on him, making him jump a little, before the fog in his brain slowly starts... "Mmm, it is nice, isn't it?" he purrs, running his fingers through Afer's hair again. He pulls him into another kiss, now that he's not slipping into a psychedelic haze caused by their mate's come, moaning softly into his mouth. His hips are rocking of their own accord now, seeking friction against his now mostly hard cock, even if his orgasm is likely to be dry from how often he and Mathias had gone at it in the past 24 hours alone. "Fucking hells, you're absolutely gorgeous...both of you."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > Thankfully, the spot they were laying in was right next to his bag, and he grabs one of his Lesser Restoration scrolls when he n... It's a strange sensation, when Leis places his hand on him, making him jump a little, before the fog in his brain slowly starts to clear. For a moment he didn't even realize he was losing his grip on himself, but it appears Leis was able to see it before he even realized it himself. He blinks a little, still feeling very full, and while it's a lot, it still feels very good, and soothing, in a way. He's going to hurt afterwards, for sure, but judging by the way Mathias is licking at his shoulder, the dragon will do his everything to make him feel better. "Ahh- thank- thank you, Leis," he moans softly in response, reaching a hand over to touch the baker's cheek. He's so grateful that he can count on him, "It feels... *fuck*, it feels so good to be filled..."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer is a little too far gone, the effects of Mathias's spend inside of him definitely taking its toll on him. He opens his mout... Thankfully, the spot they were laying in was right next to his bag, and he grabs one of his Lesser Restoration scrolls when he notices just how out of it Afer is. He mutters the incantation, his hand on Afer as the scroll disintegrates and disappears, hoping to lessen the effects of Mathias's cum. "How are you feeling?" he asks after a moment, letting the spell work before attempting to have a conversation with Afer.

Afer is a little too far gone, the effects of Mathias's spend inside of him definitely taking its toll on him. He opens his mouth for Leis when he pulls him in for a kiss, registering that he's being kissed, but not quite able to get his body to reciprocate besides sliding his tongue over Leis's lower lip. "Ahh-hnnn..." he moans at the way Mathias grinds into him, swearing he hears the sound of his come squelching inside of him, but at the same time he's not sure what's even real anymore. All he knows is that he feels deliciously full, and there's a very warm tongue laving over his shoulder. It's so soothing he could take a little nap right now, but he can't stop chasing Leis's mouth for more kisses. They taste really good...

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > No sound comes out of Afer's wide open mouth when his body finally gives way, and Mathias's knot slips inside of him. He finally... Properly squished between them both, he grinds his knot up into Afer as Leis kisses him. He blindly nuzzles at Afer's own bite, licking over it again.

Gods, if he wasn't wrung out, the sight alone would've been enough to make him come. As it is, his cock gives a feeble twitch against Mathias again, and he keeps working his fingers gently to prolong Mathias's orgasm as long as possible. "Absolutely gorgeous, the both of you," he purrs, pressing a kiss to his mate's shoulder before guiding Afer into a gentle kiss, carding his fingers through the drow's hair soothingly.

No sound comes out of Afer's wide open mouth when his body finally gives way, and Mathias's knot slips inside of him. He finally manages to gasp for breath, slumping forward when he feels the dragon's cock twitch inside him with every spurt of his come coating his insides. He can't tell whether the blinking lights above them is his own imagination or actually there, the stars being persistent even when he closes his eyes. When he shifts his hips a little, he once more feels that he's stuck, and while his head is spinning, no feeling of panic or dread fills him this time. Instead, he just feels so absolutely blissed out this time, burying his face into Mathias's chest and being so far gone that he can't stop drooling all over it. He doesn't even register him continuing to stroke his cock, nor that he does come again, spilling weakly over Mathias's tail once more.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer smiles at the way Mathias's grip on his waist tightens, giving away just how difficult it is for him to hold himself back. ... He snarls, bucking wildly as Afer starts to come. All at once he is overwhelmed: his knot slips inside completely, Leis bites down on his collarbone where a returned mating bite might be, Leis also massaging a sensitive region of his slit, and Afer clenching down around him. He roars, coming fiercely as dancing lights pop in and out of existence like winkling starlight above them. His tail continues to massage and jerk Afer's cock, attempting to rally him into a second orgasm as he grinds up in the drow and against Leis's nimble fingers. He continues to spill, his knot locking him into place. And then he slumps back against Leis, drawing Afer down with him and wrapping arms and wings around him and tucking his head under his chin.

Afer smiles at the way Mathias's grip on his waist tightens, giving away just how difficult it is for him to hold himself back. Then, when he snarls, Afer knows to brace himself as he finally starts having his way with him. "O-oh- fuck-!" He throws his head back, nails digging into Mathias's shoulders as he bounces on his cock. At first he tries to keep rhythm and meet the dragon's thrusts, but eventually he gives up on it and just lets Mathias thrust up into him the way he wants to. Every single thrust is a hard jab against his prostate, and he's seeing stars even before Mathias's tail finds its way to his cock. His orgasm is torn out of him almost instantly, loud, broken moans escaping him as he spills all over the dragon's tail, as well as his own abdomen, head lolling back with every bounce on his dick.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > Leis translates for him and he counts his lucky stars in that moment for Strixhaven and Corellon. Soft and strong, his mate is o... He nips and growls at Mathias's neck as he rocks his hips up against the dragon's, doing his damndest to keep finding that sensitive spot within his slick slit, wanting to watch him fall apart between himself and Afer. "I want to watch as you pump Afer full of cum, my love. I want to feel just how wet you get around my fingers when you knot him, I want to hear your beautiful voice as he pulls you over the edge. I want you to come for us...*my mate*." His last statement is accompanied by a skilled curl of his fingers and a firm bite to Mathias's shoulder, still not enough to break through his scales, but hard enough that his teeth would have broken skin were it not for them.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer can't help but smile when Mathias doesn't even seem to be able to get a single word out. He looks as irresistible as he fee... Leis translates for him and he counts his lucky stars in that moment for Strixhaven and Corellon. Soft and strong, his mate is one of the best reasons for his rut returning. He hates it less when he does not have to spend it alone. Afer squeezes his throat on the drow's descent across his chest and he growls, eyes narrowing. He knows Afer is doing it to tease, but the action does rile his senses as expected. And the entomologist gives his assent, a carte blanche offering: use me. His hands squeeze that small waist and he starts to coax Afer to ride him, groaning as he pushes in and out of that heat and warmth. No, he will do more than use the drow. He will keep him. He will keep him, if he's allowed. He snarls and speeds up, pulling Afer up and down on his cock as Leis slips and slides through the folds of his slit. The sensations are making him dizzy and the pair of wings trapped under Leis's arms push back on against the sides of the bed. Every now and then, the baker's thick fingers find a sensitive spot that has his own hips stuttering. He plants his feet and starts bouncing Afer even harder on his lap, half of the knot popping in and out. His tail finally joins the fray and it slips over to curl around Afer's erection, jerking him in time with each thrust. He's close, so close.

Afer can't help but smile when Mathias doesn't even seem to be able to get a single word out. He looks as irresistible as he feels, and Afer can't help but slide his hand down to his neck, giving it a gentle squeeze as he braces himself some more. "Fuck... yeah..." he replies to Leis, eyes darting to the baker, before he looks back to Mathias, leaning closer to gently press his lips to his cheek, before he whispers, "Is that what you need? I'm right here for you, Mathias, you're free to use me however you need." For good measure, he grinds down firmly against the swollen knot at the base of his cock, hissing as it stretches his rim just a little more. It's going to be a tight fit, but his heart is jumping with excitement at the thought of getting to help Mathias through this.

He drags his teeth over Mathias's neck again, purring a bit. "I think he needs to fuck you senseless, darling. What do you say? You ready to have him fuck you until he pumps you full?~" He curls his fingers a bit, feeling around to see if he can find any particularly sensitive spots within the dragon's slit as he continues to finger him.

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> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer isn't sure if his body is starting to have a reaction to Mathias already, since he's starting to feel a little light-heade... He strains, trying to talk but all that comes out is a growl. He pulls on Afer's waist a little, downward. He grinds up as best he can against them both, Afer's hole and Leis's fingers. He need, fuck, does he need. He is practically vibrating with it and he knows his pupils are probably very fine slits at this point.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He watches Afer rise and fall and his teeth snap, snarling. His head turns back and forth, trying to maintain control. He whines... Afer isn't sure if his body is starting to have a reaction to Mathias already, since he's starting to feel a little light-headed, but it's not uncommon for him to feel this way when being filled up so thoroughly. He senses Mathias's desperation, and slides his hand down to the dragon's chin, tilting it up, "What do you need? Talk to me... talk to *us*, we're here. Both of us."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer breathes deeply, the corner of his lips turned upwards at the way his name sounds in between Mathias's growls. He keeps hi... He watches Afer rise and fall and his teeth snap, snarling. His head turns back and forth, trying to maintain control. He whines, squeezing Afer's waist and arches his back. A question, a plea in all honesty, is what is in his eyes when he looks up at the drow above him. He wants to let go, needs to let go, and fuck Afer senseless.

Afer breathes deeply, the corner of his lips turned upwards at the way his name sounds in between Mathias's growls. He keeps his hand on his cheek, mouth falling open when the dragon wraps his claws around his waist and squeezes. How easy it would be for him to just grab a hold and fuck him into oblivion right now. Still, he's being patient. In the middle of his rut, he's being *patient*. "F-fuck..." Afer breathes as he arches his back a little, now nearing the base of Mathias's length, right where his knot is gradually swelling with every twitch of his cock, "S-so good, *gods*, you feel so amazing..." Then, one hand on Mathias's cheek, and the other braced on his shoulder, Afer slowly raises his hips. He senses that the dragon definitely won't let him move too far, and only lets one ridge of his cock slip out, before he sits back, moaning as he slides just a little deeper inside, "Ahhh..."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His chest is heaving with the effort so he nuzzles into Afer's hand before turning to the baker. "Leis," comes out garbled and ... "Of course, my love," he purrs, continuing to finger his slit as he bites softly at his neck again. He may not be able to fuck Mathias right now, but damn if he isn't going to make sure he and Afer turn him into a puddle with this. "Gods, you're absolutely *leaking*, my love...so perfect for us, taking both of us so well..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He groans as he watches Afer sink down onto Mathias's cock, his own giving a valiant twitch against the dragon's back. "Fuck, ... His chest is heaving with the effort so he nuzzles into Afer's hand before turning to the baker. "Leis," comes out garbled and raspy, steam brushing against his mate's cheek. He noses against the his collarbone, Leis being so much taller than them both, and purrs. "Stay." He hopes that's clear enough for Leis to understand that the extra friction to his slit will help.

-# @Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias) @Joel | joeldritch

He groans as he watches Afer sink down onto Mathias's cock, his own giving a valiant twitch against the dragon's back. "Fuck, you're both downright gorgeous...look at how well he's taking you, my love," he purrs, his teeth dragging over the shell of his ear as he speaks. "Do you want me to keep fingering you while Afer rides you, my love? Or would you prefer I focus elsewhere?~"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His eyes light up when Afer moves closer, acceptance and appreciation in his words. He wants to squeeze that ass, watching as hi... Afer arches into Mathias's touch, smiling when he gently pull at his hip, and he lets himself be guided to turn around, before he moves over to straddle them both in their current position. He glances to Leis, reaching one hand down to encouragingly rub his bicep, while his other moves up to cup Mathias's cheek. "Let's get you taken care of," he promises him as he slowly lowers himself down, letting Mathias's cock slide along his inner thigh at first. Of course Afer is a little nervous, after the strong reaction he had to Mathias's spend the last time, but he gives Leis a trusting look, knowing that the baker will be there to help him if Mathias is too far gone to do so. With Leis's hand still teasing Mathias's slit, helping Afer to position himself right, he finally starts sinking down onto him. "Oh, *fuck*..." While Leis did an amazing job stretching him, Mathias's cock still fills him very thoroughly, feeling each ridge as he slowly sinks down onto him. The whole time, his hand is on the dragon's cheek, as if a way to tell him to stay patient for now.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Their position makes Afer feel giddy, almost. They're absolutely gorgeous, with Leis holding Mathias, while inviting him to join... His eyes light up when Afer moves closer, acceptance and appreciation in his words. He wants to squeeze that ass, watching as his knot slips in and locks them together...but right now he wants to hold Afer in the afterglow, see his face as he shatters. Leis slows in his teasing so he can pay attention, the thoughtful elf that he is, and the dragon runs a claw over that pert rear before he pulls against Afer's hip, wordlessly indicating he wants him to face forward.

Their position makes Afer feel giddy, almost. They're absolutely gorgeous, with Leis holding Mathias, while inviting him to join them. He turns his head and nuzzles gently at Mathias's tail on his shoulder. It still stings a little, but Afer isn't going to hold it against him, not in a billion years. So, he presses his lips to his tail, before he slowly starts moving closer. "Gods, it's as if you're even bigger than before..." he says, reaching forward to place a hand on the dragon's abdomen, purposely avoiding his throbbing cock, since Leis's touch seems to already be quite overwhelming, "Would you rather I face you... or turn around?" He slowly demonstrates, turning his back towards Mathias and arching his ass out a little, looking over his shoulder to see his reaction.

"Gods, look at you, Mathias...absolutely gorgeous. Are you going to come from me fingering your slit, my gorgeous mate?" he asks, practically purring as he drags his lips over the dragon's neck once more. The hand not occupied with fingering his slit is running soothingly over his chest, a pleased hum leaving him as he shifts slightly to brace Mathias between his legs, waiting for Afer to move into position.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer lies there for a moment, pushing himself up onto his elbow as he watches Leis and Mathias maneuver around each other, and... Leis reclines against the outside of the nest, a perimeter of pillows, and wraps his arms around him, coaxing him to lie back. His primary wings settle on either side of them both and the baker slips his fingers into his folds and he moans, hips bucking up against Leis's nimble digits. Then Afer is reaching out to take his tail in his own long fingers; it feels like an apology accepted and Mathias sinks further back into his bones, into the rut. His tail slides up and around Afer's fingers, wrist, and then arm and bicep to his shoulder where the bite his, gently petting it. Fretting over it without words. Mathias doesn't want to compel, so he reaches out an arm, hand open for the taking. He is smoldering, an inferno barely held back by the pain of his mistake even if the other two do not see it as such. But Leis is coaxing so much slick from him it is hard to concentrate, his knot already starting to inflate over his thick, calloused fingers and he cannot help the snarl that ends on a whine, arching up again that pressure.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > Eager but confused, his dick is distractingly sensitive as it catches and rolls along Leis's own half-hard cock and the vee of h... Afer lies there for a moment, pushing himself up onto his elbow as he watches Leis and Mathias maneuver around each other, and he can't help but chuckle a little at the way Mathias eventually just stops and sits there, anticipating... something. He finally pushes himself up, biting down on his lower lip when he's reminded of just how well Leis stretched him. Mathias's tail is what catches his attention first, as he slowly crawls over towards them, and he reaches for it, gently sliding his fingers around it. "Everything okay, love?" he asks, echoing the same nickname Mathias had used for him before, "Want to lie down? Or would you rather sit?"

-# @Joel | joeldritch

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > All he can do is smirk as he's manhandled into position, his arms wrapping around Mathias's torso as he lands on his back, the d... Eager but confused, his dick is distractingly sensitive as it catches and rolls along Leis's own half-hard cock and the vee of his hips, he kind of sits there dumbfounded for a moment. He turns around, his tail trying to flatten at the base so it isn't in the way and looks over his shoulder at the baker, brow furrowed. For such an intelligent man, his brain turns to mush during rut. So he just sits there, tail gently wagging, trying to figure out how this is going to work and failing. His silly brain does think that his and Leis's cocks look very interesting as they lay next to each other. He is very tempted to touch...but Leis told him it was Afer's turn so he tries to wait.

All he can do is smirk as he's manhandled into position, his arms wrapping around Mathias's torso as he lands on his back, the dragon on top of him. "Now now, darling, if Afer is going to ride you, you're going to need to be on your back," he says, gently dragging his knuckles over the dragon's spinal ridge as he noses against his neck again. "Can you do that for us, love?"

Leis’s calm soothing voice and both of them running their hands through his hair relaxes him enough that he stops whining and licking the bite. He leans forward and nuzzles against Afer’s nose. He wants told hold Afer against him and rut and cling, but then Leis is suggesting he take Afer instead and that shakes him loose a bit. He spins, crowding up against Leis and sweeps a claw into the baker's hair to pull it tight and pull him down into a searing kiss. There is a challenge there. He push-pulls Leis toward the bed, hoping he understands that Mathias wants to go back to the original plan Leis had suggested. He wants them to choose this.

"He's okay, Mathias," he says, gently running his fingers through the dragon's hair. "Do you want to fuck Afer now, love? I made sure he's well prepped to take your cock, love~"

Afer breathes deeply, nodding at Leis's words, "I think I'll be okay... I just... I was a little surprised, that's all." Then, he realizes Mathias is whining, obvious panic and worry in his eyes. It makes sense, of course, that he'd still worry about his lovers being hurt, no matter how far gone he is. "Hey- it's okay, Mathias... I'm okay," he quickly reassures him, reaching his free hand up towards Mathias's face and cupping his cheek. He strokes it gently with his thumb, his own gaze searching for the dragon's eyes in an attempt to calm him down. The worst ache slowly subsides, turning into a dull sting, which actually reminds him of the bite from a mildly venomous bug. It's only natural to have his adrenaline rise when being bitten, and while it hurt, he knows not to blame Mathias for it. In all honesty, he's ready to let him do it again. "Look at me," he commands him, his voice soft, and he waits until he has Mathias attention, even if it's for just a split second, "I'm okay. You're taking such good care of me. I'll be fine."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer is panting, looking up at the dragon with wide eyes when he eventually releases his shoulder. The ache spreads all the wa... He sniffs at Afer’s throat and as Leis draws him back, he can see the pain on Afer’s face. His scent has changed as well. He immediately starts whining and panicking.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer is panting, looking up at the dragon with wide eyes when he eventually releases his shoulder. The ache spreads all the wa... He nods, holding Mathias close against his chest when he stops licking at the wound, making sure that he's out of biting range. "There's Aid scrolls in my bag there, in case you need one," he says, nodding towards the backpack resting against the wall of the nest. He turns his attention back to Mathias then, nosing at his neck once more. "Come now, my beloved, let's lay back so that Afer can ride you, hmm? How's that sound?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His pupils are so narrow and he is gone, barely able to keep his human form. His mate is at his back, curling around him, scent... Afer is panting, looking up at the dragon with wide eyes when he eventually releases his shoulder. The ache spreads all the way down his arm and into his elbow. "I-it's okay... it's okay..." he breathes, both to Mathias, and to Leis, letting him know that Mathias didn't manage to hurt him too bad.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He wraps his arms around Mathias's torso, nosing against his neck momentarily before nipping at his ear. "Darling, you're going... His pupils are so narrow and he is gone, barely able to keep his human form. His mate is at his back, curling around him, scenting him in return and he starts to growl before he recognizes him. He hears his mate tell him something but he cannot quite register what it is over the roar in his ears. Then Leis is nipping at his ear and he shivers. He slowly releases the drow's shoulder at his own discretion, laving over it repeatedly for several minutes.

Afer can tell by the way Mathias narrows his eyes, completely fixated on the newly healed scar, caused by two puncture wounds right next to each other. The low growl in the back of his throat, growing louder and louder... nothing Afer says will help. The dragon looks almost feral as he leans in close, and if he was any other person, Afer would probably be a little scared by now. But he is Afer, and he knows panicking doesn't help, and- "A-ah, M-Mathias!" He groans in pain when the the dragon sinks his teeth into him, going right for the sensitive, barely healed skin of his new scars. His body twitches, held down by Mathias's claws on his chest, and the tail around his other hand. The grip Afer has on his horn gives no leverage, there is no way he can push him off, even if he tried. Leis is there, wrapping himself around Mathias - another reason for Afer not needing to be afraid - speaking to him in a calm manner. All Afer can do is attempt to breathe heavily, while trying not to go light-headed from the sharp pain in his shoulder.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He stares at it. The nasty remnants of someone else's weapon piercing Afer's flesh. His Afer. His. Somewhere, he is vag... He wraps his arms around Mathias's torso, nosing against his neck momentarily before nipping at his ear. "Darling, you're going to hurt him if you keep biting. Let go," he says, his voice low and firm, ready to pry him off of the drow.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer nods eagerly, "Yes, sir, yes- yes, *yes yes yes*-" *he whines, hips bucking up uncontrollably at the touch to his cock. ... He stares at it. The nasty remnants of someone else's weapon piercing Afer's flesh. His Afer. His. Somewhere, he is vaguely aware that Afer and he have not have this conversation yet. But the fog is thick and cloying and he is drowning in it. He does not realize it and won't realize it until much, much later but he started growling starting when Afer tried to reassure him it was just a scratch. He hears Leis distantly try to get his attention, but he is incensed and spurred on by a possessiveness he avoids as much as possible. The smarter human side would recognize biting a potential mate before coitus would be infinitely more painful. But that side of Mathias is drowned out. He snarls and bites down, sharp and hard over that new skin and newly forming scar. His tail has twined around Afer's hand that hasn't flown into his hair and his claws are holding Afer's chest in place. His hips are bucking into nothing, rutting against the vee of Afer's hips thoughtlessly.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > “Are you enjoying yourself already?~” he asks, kissing down his throat and nosing at the hollow of his clavicle. He swipes his c... Afer nods eagerly, "Yes, sir, yes- yes, *yes yes yes*-" he whines, hips bucking up uncontrollably at the touch to his cock. Mathias's warning gaze makes him pout a little, but he is definitely going to do his best to please him. He watches, a stupid grin on his face as Mathias once more switches his gaze to Leis - before he hesitates, staring down at his shoulder. Right, the wounds he sustained from the goblin encounter. "Oh- um... it's nothing. Me and a few other staff members went out to investigate a goblin attack, and we ended up fighting some goblins and ogres... it's just a scratch, it's nothing to worry about."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer's hands stay on Leis's shoulders even after the baker has pulled his fingers out of him, his stretched hole now squeezing... “Are you enjoying yourself already?~” he asks, kissing down his throat and nosing at the hollow of his clavicle. He swipes his claw over the head of Afer’s dick and licks it off in front of him. His eyes flash a warning: *don’t come*. Then he starts to look over to Leis so he can climb into his lap when something catches his eye and he goes very still. “Afer. What happened?”

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He sneaks to the end of the bed and shivers as Leis gives him a bit of a nip in return while he steals a cookie. He downs two tu... Afer's hands stay on Leis's shoulders even after the baker has pulled his fingers out of him, his stretched hole now squeezing around nothing, impatient to be filled once more. It's only when Mathias comes over that he pulls his hands back, watching as the dragon appreciates his mate, before rolling him off of Afer. He shudders as they lie there next to each other, with Mathias hovering above them, obviously eager to start once more after having his rest. "M-Mathias..." Afer whines in response as the dragon cups his jaw, leaning up towards his mouth as if to meet him halfway, mouth wide open as he welcomes Mathias's rough tongue inside.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > With the confirmation given, he finishes with prepping Afer, nipping and sucking at whatever skin he can reach - and at Mathias'... He sneaks to the end of the bed and shivers as Leis gives him a bit of a nip in return while he steals a cookie. He downs two tumblers of water and shakes his head as the fog starts to set in again. Then he slinks up against Leis's back, hugging him from behind and grinding against his ass as he plants kisses along his spine. He spins him in a flash and pushes him so he sprawls against the bed with his usual carefree laugh. Gods, he loves that laugh. The seven levels of hell won't be able to help anyone who tries to diminish his baker's joy. "Let me admire your work, Leis~" The half-drow looks delicious debauched, marked and smellng even better like the two of his lovers mixed together. "Hello, sweet thing~" he purrs, cupping his jaw and kissing him deeply. -# @Joel | joeldritch

With the confirmation given, he finishes with prepping Afer, nipping and sucking at whatever skin he can reach - and at Mathias's scaled shoulder as well, though it's nowhere near as effective. He's also not biting down full force, either, simply aiming to tease and rile up over a full bite. That would be a discussion for when the dragon's head is a little more clear. "There. That should be just about perfect," he says, his voice still bordering on a low purr as he slowly withdraws his fingers. "Now, my love, how about you come lay back against me while Afer rides you, hmm? Does that sound good to you?"

Afer arches his back in pleasure when Leis fits a fourth finger inside him, a high-pitched whine escaping his lips, "A-ah!" Mathias's words make him shudder all over, and he nods eagerly in response. "*Gods*, yes, please... I-I'm here to help, after all. Both of you."

-# @Joel | joeldritch

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Of course I am, only the best for our lovers," he says, smirking as he continues to work the drow open. "Now, am I preparing ... He looks down at his cock, hanging between his legs. "I am semi-lucid at the moment so I think cock for now but Afer will likely end up knotted if he gets his way. Is that correct, sweet thing?" he murmurs to Afer, a smirk on his lips.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He peers up at Leis from where he looms over Afer's head. "My mate," he purrs. "You are taking such good care of Afer." "Of course I am, only the best for our lovers," he says, smirking as he continues to work the drow open. "Now, am I preparing him for your knot? Or just your cock this time?" he asks, teasing a fourth finger at Afer's rim as he presses a kiss to Mathias's shoulder. That devilish smirk is still there, and he's looking forward to pulling every possible noise out of Mathias as he can.

Afer's heart makes a backflip into his throat at the sight of the dragon stalking over towards him, looking as feral as ever with his wings out like that. He leans up towards Mathias, lips parted and ready for the devouring kiss, moaning into it in both relief and pleasure at getting to taste Mathias again. When he then pushes his nose into his throat, Afer instantly throws both hands up, one grabbing one of Mathias's horns, and the other sinking into his tousled hair. It's all he can do, bearing down on Leis's fingers while holding on to Mathias, feeling absolutely blissed out at being... prepared this way.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "His bag should be at the edge of the nest, love," he says, finally easing a third finger into Afer since he's finally stretched... He peers up at Leis from where he looms over Afer's head. "My mate," he purrs. "You are taking such good care of Afer."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer's chest feels warm all over at Mathias's soft words, and then there's Leis pushing a third finger into him and he's moanin... He stalks over on all fours, prowling with his wings drawn up high. Then he takes Afer's head in between his hands and kisses him senseless, swallowing his moans. When he finally pulls back, his nose pressed against Afer's throat, he hums and shushes the drow.

Afer's chest feels warm all over at Mathias's soft words, and then there's Leis pushing a third finger into him and he's moaning again. "A-ahh- fuck!" He pants a little, lips curling into a wide smile when Leis speaks. "Mmmh- I brought four bags... just so we don't run- *fuck*- out..."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Oh, sweet thing...concerned for me? I do think it is you who should be concerned for yourself...but if I recall correctly...and... "His bag should be at the edge of the nest, love," he says, finally easing a third finger into Afer since he's finally stretched enough. "I had him bring more cookies, too."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer's gaze meet's Mathias's, warmth filling his chest at the way he speaks of him to Leis, noticing that he's already lazily ... "Oh, sweet thing...concerned for me? I do think it is you who should be concerned for yourself...but if I recall correctly...and my mind is rather hazy at the moment, you enjoyed it last time~" He groans and rummages for Afer's clothing but it hasn't been added to the nest yet so he just whines instead.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Afer~" he calls, a low growl. His brain is already pleased to see them both here, with him, together. It's like scratching an i... Afer's gaze meet's Mathias's, warmth filling his chest at the way he speaks of him to Leis, noticing that he's already lazily grinding himself against the bed. He truly must be insatiable right now. The way Mathias calls his name makes Afer gasp, but he can't bear himself to move with Leis still hovering above him, two fingers still busy stretching him, and the baker's mouth on his neck. "I-I'm here-" he breathes, the corners of his lips turning upwards a little, "H-how are you feeling? I was- *ah*- trying to be quiet to not wake you up..."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer feels the vibrations in the bed as well, but for a moment he's a little too distracted by Leis's teeth on his neck. It's n... "Afer~" he calls, a low growl. His brain is already pleased to see them both here, with him, together. It's like scratching an itch in his mind that he cannot reach.

He hasn't moved but his tail is swishing playfully in the air. His eyes glow as he watches Leis prowl over Afer, marking him. His purr grows louder and the bed vibrates more with the sound of it since his chest is pressed to the bed.

Afer feels the vibrations in the bed as well, but for a moment he's a little too distracted by Leis's teeth on his neck. It's not until the baker speaks that he glances over, realizing that the dragon must've woken up, despite his best efforts of staying quiet. He opens his mouth to greet Mathias, but then Leis's teeth are back on his neck and all that comes out is a broken moan, "A-ah-!"

He chuckles as he feels the bed vibrating, purposefully avoiding Afer's prostate as he leans forward and nips at his neck again. "It seems we have an audience now. Hello, my love~" He glances over to the dragon with a smirk, making a show of dragging his teeth over Afer's neck before he bites down in a safe spot again, just shy of breaking skin.

The bed starts to vibrate a little.

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> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He smirks against the drow's skin as he obliges, easing a second finger into the drow beneath him. "Mmm, the sounds you make a... Afer does his best to hold back his moans, little whines escaping with every exhale through his nose as Leis obliges, now working two fingers into him. He tries not to let his excitement get the best of him, but he can't help but clench down just a little on the baker's capable fingers. "O-oh- Leis!" His hips jerk forward at the flick of a warm tongue over his nipple, and his hand flies to Leis's bicep, digging his nails into his tanned skin, as if it'll help him from not making too much noise. It's absolutely delightful, the way Leis's fingers feel inside him, skillfully brushing over his prostate over and over again as he works him open. "G-*gods*, you're going to make me come already, Leis..." Afer huffs, tightening the grip of his hand on his cock - just because he's not sure whether he can actually stay quiet if he comes.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *It's probably that very likeness to Mathias that excites Afer so much when Leis growls softly into his bare skin. He thinks h... He smirks against the drow's skin as he obliges, easing a second finger into the drow beneath him. "Mmm, the sounds you make are absolutely *delightful*," he purrs, giving him a moment to adjust before he starts to truly work him open, purposefully brushing over his prostate on occasion to get him gasping as he moves a little further south with his mouth. He licks over one of Afer's nipples, gauging his reaction for a moment.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > A pleased hum leaves him as he bites down a bit harder on his shoulder, his sharper than average canines pressing acutely into t... It's probably that very likeness to Mathias that excites Afer so much when Leis growls softly into his bare skin. He thinks he must have a type after all. The baker's teeth are sharp, but his touch is otherwise surprisingly gentle. "Oh- *gods*..." Afer gasps, eyes rolling into the back of his head out of pleasure. He has a feeling Mathias will be waking up to him moaning at this rate, and he definitely wants to be ready for that, "T-two fingers, use two fingers, Leis..."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer is thoroughly flattered by Leis's praise, doing his best to relax when he eventually gets his hands on him. When he leans... A pleased hum leaves him as he bites down a bit harder on his shoulder, his sharper than average canines pressing acutely into the drow's skin as he eases a finger into him with a pleased rumble. It seems Mathias has brought out his slightly more feral side since they got together, if the way he's biting and growling as he works his finger is anything to go by.

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> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He can't help but let out a small appreciative groan at the sight, moving forward and gently massaging over Afer's entrance, wai... Afer is thoroughly flattered by Leis's praise, doing his best to relax when he eventually gets his hands on him. When he leans in to bite at his neck, Afer tilts his chin up, happy to give him more access. "T-thank you-" he gasps, his fingers twitching a little as he nervously reaches one hand up to rest on Leis's shoulder. His muscles flex a little underneath his touch, and Afer can't suppress the shudder going through his body, "I can see why Mathias likes you, and- *gods*... I-I'm happy to get to know you better as well."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > "Ah, yeah, I think we should be fine," *Afer smiles at Leis, climbing onto the bed where he gestures for him to do so. He trie... He can't help but let out a small appreciative groan at the sight, moving forward and gently massaging over Afer's entrance, waiting for him to relax a bit before he attempts to ease his way in. "Gods, you're gorgeous," he murmurs, leaning down to bite and nip at his neck a bit. The drow may be taller than Mathias, but he's still a fair bit shorter than Leis, which means he's pretty thoroughly surrounded with how the baker is positioned over top of him right now.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He nods at that. "I've also got quite a few scrolls of Lesser Restoration on hand in case of a bad reaction, so we should be goo... "Ah, yeah, I think we should be fine," Afer smiles at Leis, climbing onto the bed where he gestures for him to do so. He tries to move slowly, eyes on Mathias the whole time, before he's eventually settled. Then, he looks over to Leis, meeting his appreciative gaze, which makes his heart skip a little again. At Leis's suggestion, Afer definitely understands why he's Mathias's mate. The way his cock twitches has Afer wrapping a hand around it, and he hisses a little as he nods, "Ah- fuck, that sounds... yeah, that's really hot." It's flattering, how Leis is so well prepared and ready to help Afer be his best for Mathias as well. He watches him for a moment, before he eventually leans back, hooking his legs up a little to give the baker proper access to him.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer nods, smiling as he watches the dragon sleep while they approach the bed. There are quite a few pieces of clothing strewn... He nods at that. "I've also got quite a few scrolls of Lesser Restoration on hand in case of a bad reaction, so we should be good." He gestures for Afer to lay down on the free area of the bed, away from where Mathias's wing is splayed out haphazardly. He grabs a bottle of lube as well, pausing for a moment to look over Afer appreciatively. "Mmm, I'd love to watch you ride him while I tease at his neck and whisper filth into his ears. How's that sound for when he wakes up?~" He squeezes some lube onto his fingers, letting it warm up a bit as he settles on the mattress between the drow's legs.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "He seems to sleep pretty deeply, especially with how much his nest smells like me, now," he says, leading him over to the bed-t... Afer nods, smiling as he watches the dragon sleep while they approach the bed. There are quite a few pieces of clothing strewn about the bed, and Mathias has his nose firmly pushed into some, which he assumes belong to Leis. He keeps his voice low as well, but it cracks a little when he speaks, "Ah- um... yes, I- uh, I had a bit of a reaction to it the last time we... met. I did bring antidotes with me, and while I'm hoping to be better equipped to stand it this time - now that I know what it's like - you're free to make sure I ingest them if needed."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer nods, and he might just stare for a few seconds longer than he intends to when Leis takes his temporary pair of pants off... "He seems to sleep pretty deeply, especially with how much his nest smells like me, now," he says, leading him over to the bed-turned-nest. It's plenty large enough for the two of them to have their fun within the confines of the space, but not disturb the dragon. If anything, his nose is more likely to make him wake up before any movements do. "Oh, just one more thing, before we get started. Has Mathias warned you about the effect that his cum has?" he asks, his voice soft so as not to disturb his mate.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Well, may as well go ahead and make yourself comfortable. I'm just gonna go ahead and strip, since these are still clean and I'... Afer nods, and he might just stare for a few seconds longer than he intends to when Leis takes his temporary pair of pants off. When he catches himself, he immediately gets to it, shrugging his cardigan off, before pulling his t-shirt over his head. He's already rock hard inside his sweatpants, but he has a feeling Leis isn't going to be judging him, so he doesn't hesitate to push his pants down to his ankles and step out of them. Never having been one to feel exposed around new people - as long as they act comfortable around him, like Leis is - Afer is quickly distracted by the look of Mathias snoring away on the massive bed. He looks to be sleeping deeply, which Afer knows to be a good thing. "Do you think he wakes easily?" Afer asks, looking over at Leis again, "I- I know some dragons have a tendency to not be able to sleep much during their ruts, and I wouldn't want to take that away from him... even if I know he'll probably be thrilled to see me here."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer notices the lack of a noticeable limp when Leis walks him over to the bedroom. Either Leis has the constitution of an ox,... "Well, may as well go ahead and make yourself comfortable. I'm just gonna go ahead and strip, since these are still clean and I'd like to keep them that way," he says, grinning as he undoes his pants and pushes them down, revealing the full expanse of his tanned skin as he places the garment off to the side. "I don't know how long Mathias will be asleep for; he's been napping on and off every few hours or so for about the last day. We can get started whenever you're ready, however~"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "It very much is," he says, chuckling softly. He doesn't have much of a limp, surprisingly enough; a single aid scroll had taken... Afer notices the lack of a noticeable limp when Leis walks him over to the bedroom. Either Leis has the constitution of an ox, or he's just had enough practice. Good thing Afer brought some of his antidotes with him, with the hopes of them helping even a little. The bedroom is massive, and the scent of sassafras, sweat and musk is very prevalent in the air. Afer's heart skips another beat in excitement, and he goes for the nearest surface to put down his bag - and the four bags of cookies - on. At Leis's suggestion, he feels his cheeks heat up anew. He knew they're going to have to work together on this, but Leis going as far as helping him get ready was not something he would've placed his bets on. Afer wills himself to not say 'yes' too excitedly. "I- I'd love that. I didn't have time to prep myself, since this... this was a little sudden, and I didn't want to keep you waiting for too long."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *The door opens only a moment later, and Afer may be just the tiniest bit surprised to see a very bare-skinned Leis opening the... "It very much is," he says, chuckling softly. He doesn't have much of a limp, surprisingly enough; a single aid scroll had taken care of the worst of the ache while still leaving his mating bite intact. "Now, I will say, I'm rather fucked out at the moment...however, if you would like, I can get you ready for our darling dragon's cock when he wakes up...and his knot. My hands are still perfectly functional, if that's something you would find yourself amenable to~"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He's just gotten out of the shower, hair damp and loose around his shoulders as he heads for the office door, a pair of Mathias'... The door opens only a moment later, and Afer may be just the tiniest bit surprised to see a very bare-skinned Leis opening the door. It makes sense, of course, if Mathias is in a rut, that his mate hasn't bothered putting any more clothes on than what is absolutely necessary. Afer himself is only wearing sweatpants and a t-shirt, with a cardigan on top only for the journey here. He does his best not to stare too much at Leis's toned torso, but it's right *there*. "I'm glad you called me," he says, flashing him a smile, "I know I'm not as... experienced as you are, but if it's anything like the stories I've re- uh, *heard*, I understand it's an experience better shared."

He's just gotten out of the shower, hair damp and loose around his shoulders as he heads for the office door, a pair of Mathias's linen pants slung low around his hips again, top half on full display. He just really likes them, okay? "Afer, you made it! Come on in, Mathias is asleep for the moment, so you've got a few minutes before we have to 'tame the beast', so to speak," he says, leading him back to the absolutely massive bedroom.

To say that he's feeling giddy is an understatement. Afer gathers up the things Leis instructed him to bring with him, settling on going through his laundry basket since he isn't really the pajamas kind of type. At least the t-shirt and sweatpants he finds in there definitely smell like him. And the lube. He grabs two bottles (he always has one spare bottle, just in case) from his bedside shelf. After he's given Khnum a big helping of food - enough to sustain him for a few days - Afer heads over to his desk, opening the top drawer and looking over the bundled up hempen rope in it. It glows faintly blue, a promise that the sussur extract on it is working. He bites his lip, wondering if he should've said anything to Leis on the phone, but then again... it might be a fun surprise. He hasn't spent the last two weeks researching dragon mating rituals for nothing. Sure, Afer might've gotten a little carried away with it, but with them both ready to enter a relationship together, he wanted to be prepared. He figures that he's only seen the tip of the iceberg when it comes to Mathias's assertiveness in the bedroom, and while he's read quite a lot of horror stories over the past couple of weeks... he's more excited than worried. Once he's packed up his bag, Afer says his goodbyes to Khnum, before heading out, straight for the Dragon's Hoard Bakery. Rosemary is doing a great job running the place in Leis's absence, and the cookies look as delicious as when Leis himself has baked them fresh. He grabs them four whole bags, just in case. When he finally arrives at the Quandrix professor's door, he's out of breath. Not from the trek up the stairs, but from excitement. He knocks, trying to still his beating heart.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Alright, I'll be hopping in the shower to clean up a bit. Don't bother bringing your own bodywash, just dental hygiene stuff. I... So that's how he falls asleep. Curled around Leis's cell phone—which the elf surely will steal back later. Perhaps it is because Leis is so well built or it is because Leis is his mate, but he feels secure and safe enough to slip into a heavy sleep snuggled under layers and layers of furs, linens, and Leis's clothing.

"Alright, I'll be hopping in the shower to clean up a bit. Don't bother bringing your own bodywash, just dental hygiene stuff. I know Mathias will want you to use his soap, too, at least until his rut passes. We'll see you when you get here!" He chuckles as Mathias continues to purr into the phone, acting incredibly cat like. It's quite adorable in fact.

Afer's eyes go wide at the sudden engine-like purring that spills out of his phone, and it's not until Leis gets the opportunity to speak that he realizes that it's Mathias. The way Leis just cuts right to the chase makes his face heat up immediately. They're not that well acquainted yet, save for the few times Afer has stopped by the bakery (where Leis makes very delicious cookies, he might add), but he's very happy that he seems to have made a good impression on the baker, for him to want to call him during a great time of need. Because it is, indeed, a great time of need. "O-oh-" is the only thing he gets out at first, and he mentally smacks himself for the way his heartbeat speeds up with excitement. A few errant mouse clicks can be heard as he closes down the coursework he's been working on. "I'll get right to it, Leis," he says, wondering if he can even hear him over the dragon's purring, since it's so loud on the phone, "I'll be there in... thirty minutes? I'll try to be quick!"

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer picks up after a few signals have gone through, sounding a little surprised when they hear his voice on the other end. ... Oh dear, he wasn't anticipating Mathias trying to steal his phone to just purr into it. He manages to get a bit closer to the phone, hopefully close enough for Afer to hear over their boyfriend's obscenely loud (but adorable) purring. "Afer, can you hear me at all over Mathias's purring? If so, rut backup needed, and please swing by the bakery for the emergency cookies. Oh, and bring something you've slept in for a couple nights at least as well as fresh clothes, he's going to want to have something that smells like you." He presses a gentle kiss to Mathias's head, chuckling a bit. "I'd also recommend bringing more lube."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He nods at that, the hand that isn't wrapped around Mathias's cock running through the dragon's hair. "You rest, love, I'll ca... Then he hears Afer. Which his brain registers as the missing purple. He turns and pounces on the phone, purring loudly.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He nods at that, the hand that isn't wrapped around Mathias's cock running through the dragon's hair. "You rest, love, I'll ca... Afer picks up after a few signals have gone through, sounding a little surprised when they hear his voice on the other end. "Hello, Leis!"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He has no idea what Leis is asking since his brain a raucous fog of distress, impulsivity, and need. But he does understand one ... He nods at that, the hand that isn't wrapped around Mathias's cock running through the dragon's hair. "You rest, love, I'll call Afer and get a shower, okay?" His phone is thankfully within reach, and he pulls the drow's number up with a hum, pressing the call button on his contact and putting it on speaker. @Joel | joeldritch

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Easy, love, easy, I'm right here," he says, letting Mathias rut into his hand, having the dragon bury his nose against his neck... He has no idea what Leis is asking since his brain a raucous fog of distress, impulsivity, and need. But he does understand one word–a name. Afer. Leis palms his cock as he suggests the drow be called to help and his brain lights up with sound and color, a more complete picture forming in his brain. He comes again and Leis blessedly strangles his knot with his warm, calloused, beautiful hands. He howls and seizes in the elf's lap before slumping against him, wings settling around them in a protective cocoon. His tail is twined around one of Leis's legs. Mathias knows his mate is exhausted. It has been less than 24 hours and the wizard has already knotted the elf four times, sucked him off several other times, and pulled a number of dry orgasms from the baker. His brain is mush so he does his best to communicate, his voice a deep, gravelly mess. "You need...shower and sleep. Can...sleep while...call Afer. If mate...want?"

@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)

"Easy, love, easy, I'm right here," he says, letting Mathias rut into his hand, having the dragon bury his nose against his neck, near to the bite mark. It's clear to him that it might be time to call Afer, considering how much of a rough patch Mathias seems to be going through at the moment. "Do you want me to call Afer, love? I'll have him swing by the bakery and get more cookies as well."

He is completely feral, growling and rutting against his hand as his wings flare out and flap asynchronously, uncoordinated and sloppy. He roars, squeezing his own knot.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Mmm, alright," he says, smiling and pressing a kiss to his head. "I love you, my darling Mathias," he murmurs, nuzzling into ... At some point a few hours later, the dragon and his baker go for another round...and then another. And pretty soon it becomes apparent that the draconic sorcerer, et al, is going through a rough patch.

@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)

"Mmm, alright," he says, smiling and pressing a kiss to his head. "I love you, my darling Mathias," he murmurs, nuzzling into his hair. He's quite happy with his lot, being stuffed full of cum with a fresh claim mark on his neck. It's perfect.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He tries to speak but can only cough a bit, his own voice wrecked as well from the way he was shouting. He opts to respond over ... Eventually, his hazy brain breaks away from obsessive worrying over the bite and he maneuvers himself to a point where he can lower Leis's legs enough to massage at the joints there. It will be a while yet before his knot slips free and he shivers every time it tugs on Leis's rim. His tail holds a tumbler of water for Leis to drink and once he is satisfied the baker is comfortable, he settles on Leis's chest, head pillowed on his arms. "Mmm, going to sleep now," he mumbles.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *His tail relaxes, moving to rest around one of Leis's knees and help support the weight of his raised legs. And Mathias also re... He tries to speak but can only cough a bit, his own voice wrecked as well from the way he was shouting. He opts to respond over the connection instead, running his fingers through Mathias's hair. 'Don't worry, it feels amazing,' he sends back, a low, rumbling hum of contentment rolling through his chest.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He moans as he involuntarily clenches this time, another small spurt of his own spend landing on his stomach. He pushes back wit... His tail relaxes, moving to rest around one of Leis's knees and help support the weight of his raised legs. And Mathias also releases his hold on the junction of his mate's neck. His licks at delicately at the bite wound as his knot continues to pulse, resulting in him jerking each time. His voice is wrecked, so he uses the mental bond to talk with Leis instead. "Leis, I am sorry if that stung. How does it feel?" He continues to lap at it as he is compelled to do by instinct. His teeth marks look clean enough, but he won't be satisfied until it has healed properly.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > No thoughts, smooth brain. His brain is just buzzing with euphoria and cycling the shared feelings through their connection. ... He moans as he involuntarily clenches this time, another small spurt of his own spend landing on his stomach. He pushes back with green, the effects being a mere fraction of their intensity the first time he'd taken Mathias like this. He's reasonably sure that Mathias can pull another orgasm from him, but it would likely be dry. There's not much left in him after two rounds back to back. -# Con save of 24 with advantage

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He lets Mathias connect their minds readily, mind awash in a hazy sea of pleasure and love as he feels himself being filled wi... No thoughts, smooth brain. His brain is just buzzing with euphoria and cycling the shared feelings through their connection. His tail squeezes around Leis, trying to pull another orgasm from the elf. He can't form the words, so his brain is just a questioning feeling, a flash of green-yellow-red to ask for how Leis is doing and if his spend's effects are bothering the elf. -# Roll con save with advantage for a likely built up exposure immunity (lmaoooo)

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *When he clamps down around his knot and comes, Mathias doesn't even have to pull his head to the side. Leis bares his throat an... He lets Mathias connect their minds readily, mind awash in a hazy sea of pleasure and love as he feels himself being filled with cum. He does his best to clench down around the dragon's knot as he tangles his fingers in his hair, holding him close against his neck as he pants, eyes fluttering shut. "So good...love you...love you so much...my mate..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Fuck, I-I love you too, Mathias!" he says, grinding back against the knot in his ass as much as he can, given the position. H... When he clamps down around his knot and comes, Mathias doesn't even have to pull his head to the side. Leis bares his throat and whimpers, so Mathias let's go and slips into rutting instincts. He snarls and pulls Leis's down by his shoulders, opening his mouth wide and clamping down on Leis's neck where it means the shoulder, teeth sharp and precise. Then his chest rumbles with a set of muffled snarls and a roar as he comes hard himself, knot inflating and locking them together as Leis squeezes even harder around the wizard. Mathias isn't fully aware of his actions much at moment, so his tail continues to stroke the elf's length and he pulls Leis down onto his knot by the wizard's grip on his shoulders. His orgasm lasts far longer than usual as his brain reaches out for Leis's mind.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *His tail snakes between them as he ruts deeper, pushing a bit farther. His knot slips in halfway and he grits his teeth, nose p... "Fuck, I-I love you too, Mathias!" he says, grinding back against the knot in his ass as much as he can, given the position. He's right on the edge, and when Mathias starts stroking his cock with his tail fully, he's done for. A pleasured whimper leaves the elf as he comes hard, clenching down around the dragon's cock as he clings to him, trembling from the amount of pleasure coursing through him. He still has enough mental faculties to tilt his head, baring his neck fully for the bite from Mathias. For him to well and truly be *claimed*.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He groans and immediately wraps his arms around Mathias, panting as one hand makes its way into the other's hair, not pulling, b... His tail snakes between them as he ruts deeper, pushing a bit farther. His knot slips in halfway and he grits his teeth, nose pressed against Leis's throat, struggling to stay present and here. He withdraws and slowly presses in again as his tail wraps gathers the elf's leaking pre to smooth the way. He makes one more withdrawal and then presses back in. His knot pressed in completely and throbs, inflating more and pulling a punched out moan from the wizard. His tail immediately goes to work, stripping the elf's cock and he pulls on Leis's shoulders as he grinds into him, pressing against his prostate. "I love you, Leis Everwood," he murmurs into his ear.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He groans, gravelly and deep, when Leis clenches around him and his hips stutter before he dips to kiss along that spot again o... He groans and immediately wraps his arms around Mathias, panting as one hand makes its way into the other's hair, not pulling, but just holding. He's fully devolved into a moaning, whimpering mess by the time he feels precum leaking from his cock, that coil of pleasure starting to wind itself tighter within him. "I- ah! I-I'm getting close, love, please!..." he moans, clinging to the dragon like a lifeline.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He feels like he's melting under Mathias's touch, eyes fluttering shut from the pleasure of feeling him sinking in inch by inch.... He groans, gravelly and deep, when Leis clenches around him and his hips stutter before he dips to kiss along that spot again on his neck and resume his slow deliberate pace. "You can touch, Leis. You never need ask again, beloved. Touch me all you like, my sweet baker. *My mate.*"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He snarls, his teeth gnashing and he shakes his head to clear it the feral answer he gives to Leis baring himself for Mathias. ... He feels like he's melting under Mathias's touch, eyes fluttering shut from the pleasure of feeling him sinking in inch by inch. Each ridge presses deliciously against his prostate, and his hands grasp at the blankets beneath him as he tilts his head to expose more of his neck. It's been years since anyone was this slow with him, probably close to a century in fact, and that knowledge only serves to fan the flames of desire coiling hotly in his gut. "Mathias..." he says, his voice straining into a pleasured whine as one thrust pushes directly against his prostate again. The feeling of the dragon's knot pressing against his entrance has his mind reeling from the overwhelming pleasure, and he inadvertently clenches around the other man's cock.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Fuck, bend me in half, love, I can take it." The elf pulls his legs up, hands hooking behind his knees to keep them spread as... He snarls, his teeth gnashing and he shakes his head to clear it the feral answer he gives to Leis baring himself for Mathias. But he can't keep his free claw from appreciatively groping one side of his rear and meaty thigh. "Beloved," is all he rumbles before he leans forward and sinks slowly, gently into Leis. They've never done slow and sweet. They have always come together sensually, passionately, or with ferocity. But he wants Leis to look back on this moment always, no matter where he is in the future of his years, and remember that he was loved and adored. He starts to rock forward, slipping in ridge by ridge, as he pushes Leis legs forward even more, so he can hook his arms under Leis's broad shoulders and over to hold him, keeping them chest to chest. "Leis," he purrs, nuzzling at the elf's jaw as he sinks all the way in, his inflating knot snug up against the outside of the baker's entrance for a moment before Mathias starts a slow, deep rhythm.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *For a brief moment, his dragon brain tells him to bite right then and there. Leis is gorgeous, panting and writing on his tail.... "Fuck, bend me in half, love, I can take it." The elf pulls his legs up, hands hooking behind his knees to keep them spread as he puts himself on display for hit mate. His mate. Now there's a sentence he'll never get tired of thinking. "Please, my love...please, Mathias...my mate..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "You mean a condom? No, I don't want one. I want to feel you filling me up, I've got more than enough scrolls of Lesser Restorat... For a brief moment, his dragon brain tells him to bite right then and there. Leis is gorgeous, panting and writing on his tail. His teeth brush the junction of Leis's throat and shoulder before he can stop himself. He rolls the elf onto his back and reaches for the lubricant as he licks and nuzzles one of his firm pectorals, thumbing a claw over a brown nipple. His other claw swipes from lubrication and spreads it onto his cock, somehow still hard. He hisses at the sensitivity, a faint growl on the end of it. His willpower will strained but it will be so worth it. He slowly withdraws his tail as he kneels between the baker's spread legs. "I will have to use the mating press, beloved. So that I can reach," he offers, stalls for just a moment to watch as he rubs the head of his cock against him. His new mate is handsome and sensual, slightly flushed over his brown skin and his delicious cock hard against his thigh. And on his collarbone, near his heart, the dragonfire pendant he gifted him. He is so very thankful.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "I want to watch you," he says between breath-stealing kisses and claws skating over ribs and into Leis's hair. "I wish to mak... "You mean a condom? No, I don't want one. I want to feel you filling me up, I've got more than enough scrolls of Lesser Restoration," he says, smiling softly as he runs his fingers through Mathias's hair. His back arches off the bedding when the tail tips brush over his prostate, now fully hard.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He's a moaning, pliant mess beneath the dragon, panting heavily as he rocks his hips back against that wonderfully skilled tail.... "I want to watch you," he says between breath-stealing kisses and claws skating over ribs and into Leis's hair. "I wish to make love to you and fall apart in your embrace together when I bite you. Would you like protection from the effects of my spend?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He kisses his way back up to Leis's waiting lips, sliding an arm under and around his waist and cupping the back of his neck as... He's a moaning, pliant mess beneath the dragon, panting heavily as he rocks his hips back against that wonderfully skilled tail. "And I'm- fuck, that feels amazing- I'm so glad you want this as much as I do." He kisses back lovingly, his arms wrapping around Mathias's torso to hold him close as his hips continue to rock of their own accord. He's also getting hard again, his cock swelling once more where it lays against his thigh.

-# @Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel) oops forgot to tag you

He kisses his way back up to Leis's waiting lips, sliding an arm under and around his waist and cupping the back of his neck as he kisses the baker slow and sensual. Knot or no, this will be lovemaking. He wants this to be heartfelt, a beautiful crescendo. "I love you, Leis Everwood. I am overjoyed to claim you, to call you mine." He strokes lovingly over his ears, his brow. His teeth almost itch with the urge to just bite. It can wait for he is far more invested in the taste of sweetness between Leis's lips. His beginnings of knot from the earlier release however throbs, and in response his tail goes back to stretching Leis while Mathias sucks on his tongue.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He slows down his tail action, now a gentle massage to help Leis through his release and swallows greedily. Anything that taste... He lets out a contented hum as he relaxes, gently running his fingers through Mathias's hair again as he comes down from the high. "Mmm, I love you, Mathias. More than I have words to describe."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He comes hard with a wordless shout, his hips bucking up as he floods Mathias's mouth with come. He's panting as he comes back... He slows down his tail action, now a gentle massage to help Leis through his release and swallows greedily. Anything that tastes of Leis, smells of Leis, is what his body wants right now. He slowly eases off, pressing gentle kisses to Leis's softening dick and stroking lovingly up and down the one of the thighs squeezing his ears. He humps the bed lazily, but is loathe to leave this vantage point. He likes to watch Leis grow erect again during preparation. He loves this man. The patience and care he puts into those around him, the wisdom beyond his years, and the softness of his heart. He hopes he can make the baker proud for the rest of their years together.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He nips and sucks a few more marks onto those delicious thighs, relishing in the baker’s pleas, but he’s growing impatient so h... He comes hard with a wordless shout, his hips bucking up as he floods Mathias's mouth with come. He's panting as he comes back down, head spinning a bit from the sheer intensity as he sags back against the blankets beneath him.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Gods, yes, I want your knot!" he says, panting a bit. He continues rocking back against Mathias's tail, panting a bit. "Fuck,... He nips and sucks a few more marks onto those delicious thighs, relishing in the baker’s pleas, but he’s growing impatient so he takes Leis to the root again. He swallows around him and swirls his tongue, and as his second tail tip slips inside Leis, the jabs roughly, jackhammering against his prostate. Mathias growls. It is a guttural noise but a command nonetheless.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He pulls off but only to suck wet kisses between comments. He doesn't trust his magic right now so he's not confident in his ps... "Gods, yes, I want your knot!" he says, panting a bit. He continues rocking back against Mathias's tail, panting a bit. "Fuck, please...n-need more...want your mouth again, love!..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Oh, fuck...just like that, babe, feels so good!" he moans, nails scratching lightly at Mathias's scalp as his hips stutter slig... He pulls off but only to suck wet kisses between comments. He doesn't trust his magic right now so he's not confident in his psionic abilities at the moment either. "And I love you. But beloved, you have to come before you can have my knot. You do want my knot, do you not?" The second tail-tip starts to circle the outside of the elf's hole, seeking out an entrance point as its twin undulates insistently against Leis's prostate, making him twitch and leak more pre for Mathias's wandering mouth.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *His purr rumbles through him still and he starts to suck on Leis's cock like a man possessed. His tail is gentle, but his mouth... "Oh, fuck...just like that, babe, feels so good!" he moans, nails scratching lightly at Mathias's scalp as his hips stutter slightly, torn between grinding back against the dragon's tail, or thrusting into his mouth. "Gods, you keep it up and I won't last long...fucking hells, I love you!..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Fuck, yeah, yeah I'll use your soap...didn't bring mine anyhow, figured you'd want me smelling like you, love," he says, pantin... His purr rumbles through him still and he starts to suck on Leis's cock like a man possessed. His tail is gentle, but his mouth is insistent and hot. He sucks Leis deep into his throat and looks up at him through his lashes, vibrating tongue wrapped around the shaft. And then he starts to swallow around him while his tail sinks in deeper, caressing and stroking over his bundle of nerves. His mouth is watering just thinking about the bite.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He starts to purr, and as if the gods blessed his tongue themselves, his tongue vibrates with the effect. Now if he could only ... "Fuck, yeah, yeah I'll use your soap...didn't bring mine anyhow, figured you'd want me smelling like you, love," he says, panting a bit. His hips rock back against the intrusion, unable to keep his head from falling back against the bed as the dragon's tail starts to prep him.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He moans loudly at the sensation, fighting the urge to let his head fall back and his eyes shut. "Oh, fuck...your tongue alway... He starts to purr, and as if the gods blessed his tongue themselves, his tongue vibrates with the effect. Now if he could only control it…but that’s a thought for another day. He starts to pump Leis’s cock with one hand, gentle and loose, palming over the head to gather his pre and add that to extra bit of friction. His tongue continues to try and find away into the elf and eventually the way gives and he is able to push in. His tail, eager as always, snakes over and picks up the oil. He flicks it open with a claw and pours a little on his hand and a bit on his tail, rutting against the sheet while smearing it around the elf’s perineum. Then he’s back at work—one hand on the elf delicious cock, his tail teasing its way in, and his mouth sucking marks on to every available inch. “Please humor me, thank you for humoring me,” he corrects between drags of his tongue over Leis’s thigh crease. “You came straight here from the bakery, did you not? If you shower while I sleep, please use my soap, so you still have my scent mixed with yours. He laps at the head of his cock while his tail finally slips in.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "My baker, my Leis~" *he murmurs as he kisses down Leis's throat and chest, sucking a nipple into his mouth, while he rocks down... He moans loudly at the sensation, fighting the urge to let his head fall back and his eyes shut. "Oh, fuck...your tongue always feels amazing, love," he says with a groan, his fingers tangling in the dragon's hair as he spreads his legs more.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He moans loudly against Mathias's lips, eagerly spreading his legs for the dragon. It doesn't stop him from reaching up and remo... "My baker, my Leis~" he murmurs as he kisses down Leis's throat and chest, sucking a nipple into his mouth, while he rocks downward. His own prick is drooling again, but for now he remains lucid so it goes ignored. He nips and sucks on the softer stomach of his elfin mate, claws slotting easily in place. Like they belong there. Mathias lavishes his cock, his scrotum in wet kisses, teasing and scenting his most intimate areas. It occurs to him briefly that this is not the best position for this, but he wants to see Leis's gorgeous face for the entire moment. He sits back up and dislodges a pillow from the nest and pulls it free to slide it under the elf's lower back. Then with a meaningful, heated stare he lowers himself to his belly, tail swaying in the air behind him. His wings have folded themselves back into the immaterial for now. He wraps an arm around one hip to press down and form a loose grip on Leis's cock. And then he keeps eye contact as he starts to lick and suck at the baker's hole with his textured tongue.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "At least they are feathers..." *he mutters indignantly before cracking a grin at Leis's giggle. He sighs as Leis pulls him into... He moans loudly against Mathias's lips, eagerly spreading his legs for the dragon. It doesn't stop him from reaching up and removing the hair tie, however, brown locks cascading over the blankets and pillows beneath him as he smiles up at the man who's about to claim him as his mate. Gods, he loves him.

"At least they are feathers..." he mutters indignantly before cracking a grin at Leis's giggle. He sighs as Leis pulls him into his arms and nods. He scrambles to the edge of the nest and bed to reach into the baker's bag and pulls out a bottle of oil before clambering back into the nest and tackling Leis to the bed with a playful growl. He seizes his lips, kissing Leis ardently, as his hands wind through his hair and starts to work on pulling the hair tie out. Their cocks also brush one another and he bucks, sliding back and forth so they can rock together.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He waves his hand to cast the somatic component for his special Grease spell and...something else happens entirely. *Somewher... The feathers are a surprise, and it makes him giggle a little, but he gently pulls Mathias close and presses a soft kiss to his head. "You're neither a sham, nor a failure. What you *are*, however, is a wonderfully talented man who I love dearly, who also happens to be having some wild magic issues at the moment." He runs his fingers through the dragon's hair as he holds him close, a contented hum leaving him at having the dragon in his arms. "Now, I did bring a few large bottles of lube with me, so how about we grab one before that fog starts coming back in?"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Babe, it's okay, it's just a laundry basket," he says, making sure that his phone doesn't go flying amidst his clothes being ad... He waves his hand to cast the somatic component for his special Grease spell and...something else happens entirely. Somewhere, on the Witherbloom campus, a chicken's feathers all disappear with a flash. And reappear in the air above them, exploding everywhere like snow. "...I am a sham and a failure." He pinches the bridge of his nose.

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> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Babe, it's okay, it's just a laundry basket," he says, making sure that his phone doesn't go flying amidst his clothes being ad... He leans into Leis's hand for a moment before blinking back to awareness. Then he reaches over behind the back of the large set of pillows and produces a tray. "I enchan–" he clears his throat and tosses his head, trying to clear the fog again. "I enchanted this wooden bed tray to be safe from most accidents." Right now it holds a small tumbler of water so Mathias tips the entire tray upside down. Nothing happens. The water in the tumbler stays in place as if nothing happened. He flips it over and picks up the glass and takes a sip from it before placing it back down. He takes Leis's hands. "Ok, I want...I want this to be special. To be meaningful and slow. Before the fog takes over again."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He slips a hand into Leis's and stumbles-walks as he toes off his pants, throwing them into the nest pile as well toward the ed... "Babe, it's okay, it's just a laundry basket," he says, making sure that his phone doesn't go flying amidst his clothes being added to the nest barrier. He makes sure the phone is set safely off to the side, well away from any potential danger of being crushed. He has a feeling he'll need it sooner rather than later to get a hold of Afer. Once that's situated, however, he pulls Mathias close, his clean hand moving to cup the dragon's cheek with a soft smile before he kisses him gently again. "I love you, Mathias."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Alright, let me get my pants off, then," he says, nuzzling against the other's neck to maintain as much physical contact as he ... He slips a hand into Leis's and stumbles-walks as he toes off his pants, throwing them into the nest pile as well toward the edge and tugging Leis along into the center with him. The nest is really just Mathias's giant dragon-accommodating bed with every pillow he owns arranged in the shape of something akin to a headboard or a beaver dam in a crescent shape. Blankets and comforters have been twisted together to make an external barrier and he adds Leis's clothing to the barrier as his tail wags happily. He slips the pajama shirt over a pillow, giving it a long sniff and arranges the rest. On the bottom, spread over the flat of the mattress is several plush blankets that have decent absorption capabilities. A basket choose an inopportune time to appear, next to the bedroom door and his head whips around with a snarl. He throws a firebolt toward the intruder, the surprise registering as a threat to his mate, his roost.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *Leis's arm comes down around him to stroke the scales on his spine and he continues to buck up into that beautiful hand. His kn... "Alright, let me get my pants off, then," he says, nuzzling against the other's neck to maintain as much physical contact as he can. He moves his clean hand and deftly undoes his pants, not wanting to make any more of a mess of them than they already were. Once that's done though, he lays back, bringing Mathias with him so that he can continue to scent the baker if need be. "Alright, let's get these clothes off, then."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He groans when he feels the dragon come, resisting the urge to move his hand to lick it clean. He doesn't want to have to pull o... Leis's arm comes down around him to stroke the scales on his spine and he continues to buck up into that beautiful hand. His knot starts to inflate and comes again with a growl from the rapid stimulation so soon after the first orgasm. He slumps forward, hips still rocking and purr rumbling in his chest to sigh into Leis's neck. "Mmmm...too many clothes...need to prep you."

He groans when he feels the dragon come, resisting the urge to move his hand to lick it clean. He doesn't want to have to pull out a Lesser Restoration scroll already. "That's it, love, come for me...doing so well already and we're just getting started..."

He shouts, bucking wildly and fucks up into that tight fist. His nose presses deeper, snarling against Leis's ribs as he chases his high. His claws grip tightly and they twitch slightly looser immediately, something innate within him calling to withdraw just a little, to not hurt. This is his mate. He wants Mathias's claim. He must protect. He must care for. All his brain is screaming is to fuck and rut and buck and snarl. Leis twists on an upstroke and he comes, spend bubbling up and over Leis's fist as Mathias cries out against the elf's armpit.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > Leis moaning is the final impetus that has him slipping underneath the waves. *A snarl rips out of him and a hand seizes Leis... Another moan leaves him as Mathias manhandles him, slipping his hand beneath the waistband of those linen pants to wrap his hand around the dragon's aching cock. "Fuck, Mathias...my mate...'m all yours, my love!..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He moans low in his throat, his head tilting to the side when he feels Mathias's teeth on his neck. "Ah, on- on my neck! Don't... Leis moaning is the final impetus that has him slipping underneath the waves. A snarl rips out of him and a hand seizes Leis by the hair, as he surges forward possessing his mouth. He wrenches his head back and nips and sucks filthy kisses down his throat to, rocking down hard against his thigh with one single-minded obsession. "Leis," he purrs. "Mate." His hands slip under Leis's shirt tugging it over his head and throwing it into the pile of bedding he had arranged earlier in some nonsensical fashion. Nests didn't need to make sense. They just need to exist. His hands roam as sporadically as he does, raising Leis's arm up above his head to press his nose one of the places Leis smells the most potent. His other hand finds the baker's free one, calloused and strong, and pulls it to where he wants it most. "Touch, please," he growls out as a plea, bucking and writhing with his nose pressed into the baker's sparse, wiry armpit hair.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He starts to rock down harder onto Leis's lap, ducking forward to kiss under his chin, across his throat, leaving small marks i... He moans low in his throat, his head tilting to the side when he feels Mathias's teeth on his neck. "Ah, on- on my neck! Don't want it to be hidden all the time." He's quickly getting hard at the dragon's grinding, his hands moving to his hips as another moan leaves him.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Yes, I still want that. Where would it normally go?" he asks, head cocked to the side. Common mating bite location was one of t... He starts to rock down harder onto Leis's lap, ducking forward to kiss under his chin, across his throat, leaving small marks in his wake. His teeth scrape over a spot that many choose in many different cultures. "Here is a spot many choose, hard to hide and far away from major arteries or veins~" He kisses the spot and then kisses over Leis's shirt to his actual shoulder. "Here is indeed, nice and meaty. They are excellent to watch flex when you knead dough. Another wonderful option." He rises up and nuzzles against Leis's nose with his own. "There is also your thigh, should you wish to keep the mark private. The back of your neck, over your top vertibrae such as where one would hold their prey down by the neck~" his hands slip up the nape of the baker's neck and back down, claws gently teasing. "And then there is your plush ass. Some leave their mark there. However sitting might be difficult in that situation~" His tail is starting to swish impatiently and he feels his words leaving him, thoughts becoming foggy. He shakes his head to clear them.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "You beautiful, talented, thoughtful soul." The dragon in him is gnashing its teeth. "A few more things, beloved." *He star... "Yes, I still want that. Where would it normally go?" he asks, head cocked to the side. Common mating bite location was one of the things he hadn't managed to find in his research. "I figure my shoulder would be a good spot, nice and meaty."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Yes, I gave Rosie instructions on everything and I premade several large batches of dough for everything. They should keep for ... "You beautiful, talented, thoughtful soul." The dragon in him is gnashing its teeth. "A few more things, beloved." He starts to rock back and forth, just a little, on the elf's lap. Even the smallest amount of friction zips up his spine. "I would like to bite you as we discussed. Nothing would make the dragon, make me happier, then to do it during my rut. Is that something you would want still? And where would you prefer it to be?" His claw plays with the necklace he gave Leis, thankful for its durability. It not only gives him something to do with his hands but it also satisfies the urge to claim and mate at bay for a little while longer.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *His arms fall to his lap and then he takes the pajamas from Leis and his tail starts to rub again Leis's shin, affectionately, ... "Yes, I gave Rosie instructions on everything and I premade several large batches of dough for everything. They should keep for a while, and Rosie can easily just put them on the baking sheets and pop them in the oven," he says, smiling softly. "The bakery will be fine while I'm gone, I promise. I also told Rosie that she's more than welcome to keep the shop closed for a day or two if necessary, since she's also a student."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "I'm sure," he says, smiling softly. He gently brushes a bit of hair back from Mathias's face before opening his bag, pulling ou... His arms fall to his lap and then he takes the pajamas from Leis and his tail starts to rub again Leis's shin, affectionately, and his wings perk up. He still feels embarrassed but he cannot keep himself from lifting them to his nose and sinking his face into them with a loud groan. His dick was already hard and it twitches in his linen pants insistently. "Ok, alright. I–we can do this. I am so lucky to have you, Leis Everwood," he says, raising an arm to cup his cheek once more and leaning into kiss him gently before the rut becomes insistent once more. "I want to put this shirt on one of the pillows you left here, but I do not want to move from here yet. Also, I think Afer might not be needed yet. I...have not had a chance to discuss anything further with him. So unless I am very far gone, I would like–no, need you to stay close." "Did you staff the bakery? Will it be fine in your absence?" He starts to sweat a little bit and he can feel the urge rising.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He wraps both arms around his shoulders and legs around Leis's middle, burying his nose in the elf's collar, snuffling under hi... "I'm sure," he says, smiling softly. He gently brushes a bit of hair back from Mathias's face before opening his bag, pulling out the contents. The pajamas smell quite strongly of him, as he has a tendency to overheat easily and thus ends up sweating quite often during the night. The problems of being a walking space heater. "Here, I did some research on my own...I know dragons like to have things that smell like their mates during rut, so I made sure to hold these back from the laundry and sleep in them an extra few days."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He pulls him in close as he moves towards the bedroom, the dragon fully off the ground in his arms as he carries him. He guide... He wraps both arms around his shoulders and legs around Leis's middle, burying his nose in the elf's collar, snuffling under his neckline as his tail twists around one of his legs. The wizard's purring is loud and he licks a broad stripe across the baker's throat and up behind his ear. A moment later his purring dies down and he goes a little stiff, clearing his throat. He sits back enough that he can see the baker's face and brings both hands to cup that handsome face he loves. "I...apologize. That was very unbecoming of me. Are you certain...you want to spend this rut with me? It will eventually pass and I can always seek out Nurse Willowmoon for sedatives like usual." He cannot deny the idea displeases him immensely and his wings tell the story of his feelings, much to his dismay. Blasted things.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *His wings flap and then droop. He tries to make an unimpressed face at Leis but the purr that shakes his chest is a dead giveaw... He pulls him in close as he moves towards the bedroom, the dragon fully off the ground in his arms as he carries him. He guides Mathias to nuzzle against his neck, sitting down on the edge of the bed with him in his lap. "There we go, love, is that better? I held back some of my laundry too, brought some pajamas I've worn for the past few nights."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > The perks of having done prior research on the subject, he was fully anticipating his mate to try and tackle him, so he manages ... His wings flap and then droop. He tries to make an unimpressed face at Leis but the purr that shakes his chest is a dead giveaway that he is very happy his mate is home. "Leis, beloved, need" is all he can manage at the moment as he tries and struggles to reach Leis. He needs to scent his mate.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He's pulling at his hair and rummaging through the wardrobe when he smells the baker. His head snaps toward the scent, followin... The perks of having done prior research on the subject, he was fully anticipating his mate to try and tackle him, so he manages to keep his footing. The dragon is in his arms, now, however, and he can't help but smirk slightly. "Hello, my love. I see your rut's kicked off, do you want me to go ahead and call Afer as well? Or do you just want me and me alone for the moment?" -# [17 to stay upright and catch his silly dragon hubby instead of falling on his ass]

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He had a feeling Mathias would be in rut soon, considering he'd been getting more and more agitated over the past few days, and ... He's pulling at his hair and rummaging through the wardrobe when he smells the baker. His head snaps toward the scent, following it blindly for a moment before he hears the door click. The moment Leis is in the office, he misty steps right and tries to tackle him. -# [Roll for the appropriate check please - doesn't matter to me which one :3 ]

> Reply to: @The Narrator (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *Another winter break evening has arrived, quiet and still as snow banks grow with a light dusting that continues to fall. Even ... He had a feeling Mathias would be in rut soon, considering he'd been getting more and more agitated over the past few days, and he quickly did as much research on dragon ruts as he could manage. There's a couple articles of clothing that he left back from the laundry pile, knowing Mathias would likely want something that smells like him. It's his pajamas that he'd purposely been wearing for the last several days, wanting to maximize the scent of himself as much as possible before bringing them to the dragon. He has clean ones he can wear in the meantime. He lets himself into the dragon's office with a soft smile, fully anticipating getting pounced with little to no warning. He just hopes the healing scrolls he brought as well will be enough to keep up with the rutting dragon.

Another winter break evening has arrived, quiet and still as snow banks grow with a light dusting that continues to fall. Even the halls of the bustling university are at rest. However a clever dragon paces restlessly inside his own rooms, barefoot and grumbling to himself. It appears as though his timing was less precise after decades and decades of practice. In disparate thoughts that penetrate the current fog of his mind, he thinks his onset condition could be due to so many souls stirring his heart at once. Another tangential thought occurs to the mathematics professor. This time…he will endure this biological hardship with a partner for the first time in a very long while. He is uncharacteristically disheveled, shirtless in full draconic humanoid presentation. He cannot focus his magicks right now on his illusions and finery. Mathias is in rut and even more concerning, he has neglected to tell his partner the full scope of what might occur because he thought he might have more time. But right now, he is displeased. He is displeased because Leis has recently done his laundry and is furnishing his new apartment and nothing smells enough like the baker for him to add to his nest. -# @Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)

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> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton nods his head with a smile, holding his own arm out for Quothe to jump on to. With Quothe successfully transferred to hi... He watches Delton walk down the hall and smiles to himself as the familiar and the elf whisper to one another. Then he closes the door and slumps against it, pulling at his collar. Well...seemed like it was time.

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> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He escorts them both to the door, Quothe on his arm. "It was a pleasure to meet you both and, please, have a lovely Nightal b... Delton nods his head with a smile, holding his own arm out for Quothe to jump on to. With Quothe successfully transferred to his arm, he gives another bright smile before saying, "It was nice to meet you too, sir. I hope you enjoy your time off." He turns and leaves.

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton gathers his stuff to leave as Quothe hops onto the professor's arm. "Thank you, again, professor. Have a happy holiday ... He escorts them both to the door, Quothe on his arm. "It was a pleasure to meet you both and, please, have a lovely Nightal break. The new semester shall be on us soon enough."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He nods, holding his arm out for Quothe to hop onto. "I shall show you both out. I apologize but I think I am starting to fee... Delton gathers his stuff to leave as Quothe hops onto the professor's arm. "Thank you, again, professor. Have a happy holiday and enjoy your cupcake!" He heads toward the door, expecting his familiar to follow.

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton technically already has a job, but it's really an unpaid internship. Plus, he really does want to get more involved in ... He nods, holding his arm out for Quothe to hop onto. "I shall show you both out. I apologize but I think I am starting to feel a bit tired."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He smiles graciously. "Trust me, I will share it with him. I do believe he is hiring, if you are interested. The cupcake migh... Delton technically already has a job, but it's really an unpaid internship. Plus, he really does want to get more involved in city life...he'd heard that Rosie might be considering putting an application in too... "Well, I hope you both like it. And, I would love it if he considers them good enough to give me a job." He gives the professor another bright smile.

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton shoots him a bright smile, "Thank you, sir! I just feel like he should know..." He looks around, finding he really has l... He smiles graciously. "Trust me, I will share it with him. I do believe he is hiring, if you are interested. The cupcake might be an application of sorts."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "I...suppose I could. Unless he is under siege from one of his many enemies." Delton shoots him a bright smile, "Thank you, sir! I just feel like he should know..." He looks around, finding he really has little else to say, "Thank you again, for all your help, sir. I really appreciate it. I hope you like your cupcake. I would've brought one for your partner if I had known..."

"I...suppose I could. Unless he is under siege from one of his many enemies."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "His show? OH! I... do not know, actually. I do not watch videography if I can avoid it so the topic has never occurred naturall... Delton tilts his head, "There's some good shows and movies, but I understand your hesitance. I like documentaries myself." "If you meet again, would you mind asking for me? I mean, he'd probably like to know what the world thinks he's doing."

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton smiles at that. "I prefer books myself. It's great to have the internet and videos to explain but, well, I taught myself ... "His show? OH! I... do not know, actually. I do not watch videography if I can avoid it so the topic has never occurred naturally in passing conversation," he replies with a shrug.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He senses the drop in mood and moves to stand in front of his desk again. "Do not despair, young one. You have much life befo... Delton smiles at that. "I prefer books myself. It's great to have the internet and videos to explain but, well, I taught myself to read Undercommon on books alone." He hums a little, latching onto something the professor said, "I've always found the encoding abilities of the Githyanki fascinating. Having an entire language shrouded in ciphers is just insane. Mathematical genius in my opinion..." "You never answered, does the Doctor know about his show?"

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton blushes a bit at that, "Well, I didn't know he would have a show about him. Does he know about the show?" He bites his... He senses the drop in mood and moves to stand in front of his desk again. "Do not despair, young one. You have much life before you. Tales are told in many different forms on many different planes. The Githyanki tell their stories through both psionic bond and verbal proclamation. The jedi share their history through meditative visions. And many of the youth at present learn of myths and folklore through digital videography and printed word. I, myself, prefer printed word. I have read a few of the novelizations of the Doctor Who series. I found the writing itself to be...middling. But the story overall was rich enough. The Doctor is a frenetic man and moves far too quickly for the likes of me." "You will not know everything in your lifetime, but is that not why you are here at Strixhaven? It is a privilege to learn and every new encounter you make with a piece of knowledge can only happen once, so cherish it." He offers a small smile of understanding. He, too, was once a spirited young man running headfirst into obtaining every bit of knowledge and every lesson he felt he had missed in his pubescent youth. Learning you were a dragon at the human middling age of 30 was not a proud thing for most draconic sorcerers.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He turns and blinks at Delton then looks at Quothe incredulously as if to say, 'he doesn't know?' "Yes, Delton. So is the fam... Delton blushes a bit at that, "Well, I didn't know he would have a show about him. Does he know about the show?" He bites his lip, "I didn't really know about the fact that many of these people were real...I didn't get much of a, um, education on that..." He didn't know what chai was until a few weeks ago and now it's essentially his lifeblood.

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton's eyes go wide and he can't help but turn incredulously toward the professor. "*He's real?*" *Nissa's going to **freak*... He turns and blinks at Delton then looks at Quothe incredulously as if to say, 'he doesn't know?' "Yes, Delton. So is the famed Nicholas Klaus on Earth and many others. Planeswalkers are numerous and much like Elminster, The Doctor moves between planes as well. He just uses...mathematics and time magic," he finishes with a smirk.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Oh, you have met The Doctor? I suppose they do get around, them and that silly wife of theirs," *he replies absentmindedly, han... Delton's eyes go wide and he can't help but turn incredulously toward the professor. "*He's real?*" Nissa's going to freak, "I thought it was just a show?"

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > A few weeks ago, he might not have understood that reference. But, between all the friends he'd met thus far, he's picked up a l... "Oh, you have met The Doctor? I suppose they do get around, them and that silly wife of theirs," he replies absentmindedly, hands in his pockets and watching Quothe practice his somatics.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He smirks. "It is, indeed. I believe a very wise planeswalker once said, 'it's bigger on the inside.'" *Is that one of the fi... A few weeks ago, he might not have understood that reference. But, between all the friends he'd met thus far, he's picked up a little Doctor Who references. "Though, I don't imagine that the TARDIS has quite as many scrolls in it, sir. I might not know much about the Doctor but I think he relies a little more on his screwdriver."

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton blinks a little at that, unsure of how this professor knows that he and Tris are dating. But the term 'paramour' makes hi... He smirks. "It is, indeed. I believe a very wise planeswalker once said, 'it's bigger on the inside.'" Is that one of the first times he's used a contraction? Yes. Has he recently? No.

Delton blinks a little at that, unsure of how this professor knows that he and Tris are dating. But the term 'paramour' makes him smile. It reminds him of something Amora would say. "I think...he might have been put in theoretical mathematics by an advisor and, well, yeah I think accounting would be better for him. He's brilliant - but not everyone has the same interests in maths. Accounting would probably feel more practical to him so I'll ask." He glances around at the office again, "Not to be rude, sir, but is your office charmed to be bigger?"

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton smiles at the quick exchange between his familiar and the professor. He knows, sometimes, the limitations of his raven fo... "Ah yes that reminds me. Your paramour, Trislen? If you do not mind, please check with him on his mathematics assignments. He is intelligent, but I think he finds the work I require tedious. He might be better suited for the accounting course I teach instead."

Delton smiles at the quick exchange between his familiar and the professor. He knows, sometimes, the limitations of his raven form really frustrates Quothe. Still looking at the bird and reaching up to rub his pendant, Delton nods, "I will make sure I do that, sir. I want to stay on track as much as possible." His eyes are glued to the new formations the raven is creating, one of which looks like a tree, another that looks like Ilmater's symbol...

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He scoffs. "It is nothing to aid a student who actually is dedicated to the understanding of the mechanics of the world. I we... Quothe nods seriously, immediately mimicking the professor’s movements with ease. It is hard, sometimes, to do things in this body-so very different than his own in Martyrdom.

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton flushes a little at the praise, ducking his head. "I just like to be prepared, sir. And I like spreadsheets." He shrugs... He scoffs. "It is nothing to aid a student who actually is dedicated to the understanding of the mechanics of the world. I welcome anyone who desires to explore theorems and proofs and especially those who would see them through into application." He puts his quill and ink away. "Now, you will need to make certain that those papers make their way to both Strixhaven admissions and the Quandrix advising department. The — no, you are doing this part wrong," he says, turning to face the raven. He gently takes his foot and maneuvers it through the somatic component. "Do that with either your beak or your wing." He gestures slowly with his own clawed hand.

> blank" rel="noreferrer" title="">Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "He takes the spreadsheet and examines it. "This is a very detailed and researched list, Delton. I am very impressed. You are... Delton flushes a little at the praise, ducking his head. "I just like to be prepared, sir. And I like spreadsheets." He shrugs. He blinks a little at the display of magic, a little in awe of it. He's most used to healing and religious magic after all and those didn't usually allow for such easy duplication. "I appreciate it a lot, sir. Thank you for helping and making starting this process easy."

> blank" rel="noreferrer" title="">Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton pulls out a printed spreadsheet of the classes that he would need to take to get a double major. It's well sourced and ex... "He takes the spreadsheet and examines it. "This is a very detailed and researched list, Delton. I am very impressed. You are clearly a dedicated student. I approve of most of these as substitution however we should still clear all hurdles with the admissions office and obtain your green light.* He pulls a sheet of paper from his desk and scribbles a note on it and then adds his signature at the bottom before he snaps his fingers and a duplicate is made. He folds one up and puts it in an envelope before it is sealed and addressed to the Bursur's Office. He hands both the envelope and the paper to Delton. "Here you are, Delton. Explicit permission from me to enroll in my classes."

Quothe has absconded from Delton's lap, instead very intently studying the Fairie Lights. He seems to be trying to mimic the casting, though his lights aren't quite as controlled.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He allows his face to show actual pride, impressed at Delton's description of his most cherished subject. "Indeed, it is its ... Delton pulls out a printed spreadsheet of the classes that he would need to take to get a double major. It's well sourced and extensive (and one might note there are a few more classes on anti-dark magic than one might expect). Certain courses are highlighted. He points them out, "These courses have similar course descriptions for both majors and, in general, would overlap significantly. Such as statistics for medicine and the required applied stats course. I'd love to talk about which ones would be able to be substituted and which ones I should go with." Professor Agaricus is great. He also clearly does not want to be running the major he does. He smiles a little, "I also thought it might be good to know the head of my department early, considering I'm likely going to be here often..."

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton brightens, "I still have to visit but it's on my list during the holidays. I love to bake - it's relaxing." "And, yes, s... He allows his face to show actual pride, impressed at Delton's description of his most cherished subject. "Indeed, it is its own language. And it is also rules the realmspace must abide as well. So that would make a great deal of sense to study it for medicinal and quantifiable purposes." "What do you need from me to take the courses that a dual major in my department would require?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He absolutely does not yank the cupcake in excitement, thank you very much. But he does clear his throat. "Thank you, Delton.... Delton brightens, "I still have to visit but it's on my list during the holidays. I love to bake - it's relaxing." "And, yes, sir. I'm still weighing my options a bit. I'm a medicine student first, of course. But I do love math..." Math has a right or wrong answer. It's definite. "...My research is on the intersection of medicine and magic. Mathematics, in many ways, provides an insight into that. It's its own language, able to be applied to both."

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton smiles at the offer, reaching out to nibble at a cookie. He's still waiting for his appetite to come back from exams. Th... He absolutely does not yank the cupcake in excitement, thank you very much. But he does clear his throat. "Thank you, Delton. I do enjoy baked goods very much. And yes, my partner is a baker. He is at the # Channel Not Found that just opened." "Now, double majoring I believe your request was about?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Ah, I see. That is most unfortunate. However, I am glad you now find yourself at Strixhaven and are able to enjoy the festiviti... Delton smiles at the offer, reaching out to nibble at a cookie. He's still waiting for his appetite to come back from exams. They were so good. He wished he had the appetite to enjoy them properly. It makes him think of something and he reaches into his satchel. It was no Bag of Holding, but Maven had tricked it out to be a little safer for him to carry around baked goods. He pulls our a *Stasis*-charmed little box. Inside is a meticulously decorated chai cupcake. "Happy Nightal, sir. A sweet for a sweet, I suppose." He definitely looks much more relaxed now. "Your partner is a baker?"

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton shrugs, his smile sheepish. 'I'm Ilmateri. We don't celebrate feast days and I, um, rarely left the convent except for sc... "Ah, I see. That is most unfortunate. However, I am glad you now find yourself at Strixhaven and are able to enjoy the festivities." He gestures to the cookies and a small glass of milk appears next to them. "Please, enjoy these cookies baked by my partner."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He hasn’t cast Speak with Animals, but he registers a candid response from the raven nonetheless. And its affection toward the ... Delton shrugs, his smile sheepish. 'I'm Ilmateri. We don't celebrate feast days and I, um, rarely left the convent except for school." His smile turns a little strained before he candidly says, "My home life before the convent...wasn't great. I wasn't allowed to participate in celebrations." Vague enough, but still horribly honest.

> Reply to: @Quothe (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Quothe puffs up his chest feathers a bit at being addressed. "I am Quothe, Delton’s familiar and Celestial guardian." He seems ... He hasn’t cast Speak with Animals, but he registers a candid response from the raven nonetheless. And its affection toward the elf is doubly noted. A shadow instead whispers the bird’s name into his ear. He is tempted to roll his eyes at the pesky, nosy shadows that spy on him sometimes. “Ah, well met to you both. And your words are kind. I have a partner for the holidays this time and he deserves the grandeur. I am sorry to hear you have never celebrated Simril or Nightal. Did you celebrate something similar in your previous vocation?”

Delton flushes a little at Quothe's response but he's starting to relax, twisting the beads abscently rather than anxiously. "Your decorations are beautiful, sir. I've never celebrated before so this is a quite grand introduction." He smiles, a little brighter than before.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Ah, Delton it is, then. And you are?" he asks the bird, gesturing to him. "Thank you for asking, Delton. I find myself enjoy... Quothe puffs up his chest feathers a bit at being addressed. "I am Quothe, Delton’s familiar and Celestial guardian." He seems rather pleased to be addressed as his own person, rather than just an extension of Delton.

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton decides to sit, subtly taking the bracelet out and twisting the beads between his fingers. Quothe hops down into his lap ... "Ah, Delton it is, then. And you are?" he asks the bird, gesturing to him. "Thank you for asking, Delton. I find myself enjoying a very festive Nightal this year." He decided to add a bit more flair to his seasonal decorating on behalf of his baker. His door was illusioned to appear as though it was the entrance to a gingerbread house. Fairie lights twinkled and danced overhead to delight students and fir garland boughs hung from the edges of his desk.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He stops his calculations and waves a hand through the air. They disappear in puffs of smoke. “Ah. Mr. Fireoak, yes. I rememb... Delton decides to sit, subtly taking the bracelet out and twisting the beads between his fingers. Quothe hops down into his lap and coos. "Delton is fine, sir. I'd, um, prefer it. I don't...go by my last name." He looks around the room which seems gigantic. Much bigger than one could imagine even fits in the Biblioplex. Start off with niceties and politeness, Amora always drilled into he and Maven, "Have your holidays been good, thus far, sir?"

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton smiles weakly and steps through the door. His arms are wrapped around himself protectively, nervously. "H-Hello Professo... He stops his calculations and waves a hand through the air. They disappear in puffs of smoke. “Ah. Mr. Fireoak, yes. I remember your letter. Come, sit or stand, whichever you prefer.” He gestures to the space in front of his desk.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Come in." *The door opens of its own accord. And Mathias is standing there before his desk—perpendicular to the door— and a fr... Delton smiles weakly and steps through the door. His arms are wrapped around himself protectively, nervously. "H-Hello Professor Elemmírë. Happy holidays. I wrote to you about taking on new coursework?"

> Reply to: @Delton Fireoak (@Bee (Tav: Delton)) > Delton nervously waits outside Proffesor Elemmírë's office after knocking. He doesn't do the best with meeting new people - es... "Come in." The door opens of its own accord. And Mathias is standing there before his desk—perpendicular to the door— and a fresh plate of cookies and milk on the desk as he waves his arms about, making calculations.

Delton nervously waits outside Proffesor Elemmírë's office after knocking. He doesn't do the best with meeting new people - especially someone as intimidating as the Professor. He almost put on his Calm Emotions bracelet, but he didn't want the Professor to think that was his general personality. It was so...blank. It's ensconced safely in his back pocket, regardless. Quothe is perched on his shoulder, nuzzling into his neck as a form of comfort. It helps, a little. @Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)

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Afer sees the professor looking at Khnum once again, but he figures it might just be because he's taken a liking to the beetle, so he doesn't think more of it. Instead, he slowly starts walking in the direction of the library exit, looking over at Mathias to see whether he's following.

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> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > With the look of absolutely sincerity he points at the beetle with a claw. His eyes glow with prismatic light. *-# "Khnum. Ar... The beetle suddenly stops doing doggy paddles in the air, its head turning towards Mathias. -# "What is dark magic?"

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer blinks a little. He actually didn't expect to be allowed back in here again, especially since the professor seems to cons... With the look of absolutely sincerity he points at the beetle with a claw. His eyes glow with prismatic light. -# "Khnum. Are you involved in dark magic?" he asks telepathically.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He stops and considers for a moment. "You...may. Stay away from anything here with clear netherese magic or other dark magics... Afer blinks a little. He actually didn't expect to be allowed back in here again, especially since the professor seems to consider his private collection very valuable, and Afer only came in to help him with the infestation. "Oh- o-of course, I was just..." he says, looking down at the beetle under his arm, its legs slowly kicking in the air again, as if it's swimming, "Khnum seems really interested in your library. I doubt he's into dark magic, though."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer can't suppress the small gasp of wonder escaping him when the boxes start floating with a wave of Mathias's hand. The pr... He stops and considers for a moment. "You...may. Stay away from anything here with clear netherese magic or other dark magics. Those items of mine are only accessible to Professor Wildfel at this time."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "It is no trouble at all. Especially since you will have your hands full." *He takes the other boxes from Afer with a hand wave... Afer can't suppress the small gasp of wonder escaping him when the boxes start floating with a wave of Mathias's hand. The professor is being so kind and helpful. Sure, he was the one who originally asked for Afer's help, but going as far as carrying the boxes of insects back to his office for him? "T-thank you, sir," he smiles a little, before he heads over to grab Khnum, and disturb his exploration of the library, "Alright, come on... we'll come back some other day. If- um, if we may."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer smiles over at him, before he looks around for the beetle, realizing Khnum has wandered off. "Oh- um... if you'd like t... "It is no trouble at all. Especially since you will have your hands full." He takes the other boxes from Afer with a hand wave and they float into the air, following behind him.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Hmmm, so it seems. Thank you, Afer. Your expertise was most helpful and enlightening. Shall I walk you both back so that Khnum ... Afer smiles over at him, before he looks around for the beetle, realizing Khnum has wandered off. "Oh- um... if you'd like to, sir? You don't have to trouble yourself for me," he says, finally spotting Khnum by one of the shelves a bit further off. He seems to be very interested in this place, for some reason. Perhaps because it's much bigger than any space he's been allowed in before.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > "Yeah... but since you sound fond of him - as I hope he is of you - I hope he's not one that leaves easily." *Afer nods slowly ... "Hmmm, so it seems. Thank you, Afer. Your expertise was most helpful and enlightening. Shall I walk you both back so that Khnum does not wander off once more?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "It would be quite alright if he did not stick around. He would be missed, to be sure, but I find people come and go as they nee... "Yeah... but since you sound fond of him - as I hope he is of you - I hope he's not one that leaves easily." Afer nods slowly at his words, grabbing the last two insects and placing them into the box, before closing the lid. "Well," he says, wiping his hands together, "That's it, then. No bugs in sight, and your scrolls are safe to see another day, sir."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer listens in silence, slowly nodding. Professor Elemmírë has always been a bit of a curious character, and hearing that he ... "It would be quite alright if he did not stick around. He would be missed, to be sure, but I find people come and go as they need. I would never want to keep him completely to myself if he did not wish it." They are coming to the end of the infestation retrieval and Mathias finds himself loathe to let Afer and Khnum leave, despite his earlier admission that people need to come and go. Human emotions are at constant war with his dragon instincts.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > Ah, yes. Nightal would be soon. "My family passed away many years ago before I knew them. Then the queen and the queen she se... Afer listens in silence, slowly nodding. Professor Elemmírë has always been a bit of a curious character, and hearing that he doesn't have any family left doesn't come as a surprise to Afer. At the mention of his current partner, Afer smiles even wider. "A baker? Sounds lovely," he says, closing the lid of another full box of insects, "I have, similarly, never quite been able to settle for only one partner myself. Traveling in the Underdark is a bonding experience like no other, and while I no longer keep close contact with any of my old coworkers – letters don't find them well on the road, and phone service down there is practically non-existent – I did consider many of them lovers at some point. I do hope your baker is not as wild and restless, and... sticks around for a while."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer looks over at the beetle, who seems very curious to be allowed to roam freely in a new space. "Of course," *he smiles,*... Ah, yes. Nightal would be soon. "My family passed away many years ago before I knew them. Then the queen and the queen she served also have passed on. I do not miss them." He pauses and then continues. "I have had many lovers and no children. I am polyamorous in my romantic interests. However, currently, I only hold one in my heart." "He is a wonderful baker," he says quietly, fondly.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "And Khnum, of course," he adds, glancing down at the chittering beetle poking at the scroll-laden bookcase. Afer looks over at the beetle, who seems very curious to be allowed to roam freely in a new space. "Of course," he smiles, "What about you, Professor?"

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer is thankful for the silence between them not feeling awkward. He feels like he's had enough of awkward encounters for a li... "And Khnum, of course," he adds, glancing down at the chittering beetle poking at the scroll-laden bookcase.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Hmmm, fair enough." They continue to box up the insects in companionable silence for a bit. "So, Mr. Buccini, do you have f... Afer is thankful for the silence between them not feeling awkward. He feels like he's had enough of awkward encounters for a lifetime. "Not really... Well, apart from my father, at least. Then I have my coworkers down in the Underdark, but we hardly stay in contact now that we're no longer working together in the wilds."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer just nods in agreement, though he is slowly coming to the realization that he definitely is the new one among the faculty... "Hmmm, fair enough." They continue to box up the insects in companionable silence for a bit. "So, Mr. Buccini, do you have family or loved ones of any sort, platonic or romantic?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He snorts. Then worries his gesture might be derisive toward Afer. "A fine suggestion, but one would need to argue with the d... Afer just nods in agreement, though he is slowly coming to the realization that he definitely is the new one among the faculty here. He has yet to meet Nurse Willowmoon altogether, and he has definitely not met any of the deans from the other colleges. "Well... sometimes all people need is to have the idea planted into their mind."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer nods. "I agree. Perhaps we should look into Quandrix and Witherbloom possibly working together more." He snorts. Then worries his gesture might be derisive toward Afer. "A fine suggestion, but one would need to argue with the deans. Our own Owlin dean wears me thin as it is. I feel as though Agaricus and Nurse Willowmoon would be better allies in that argument. But perhaps..." He continues to add the bugs to boxes. Could use telekinesis and have it done in a few shakes? Yes. However, he is enjoying his time with his fellow colleague and getting to know the drow better in the process.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Hmm, that is quite true. And unfortunate. Witherbloom could use more insight into the mathematical quantification of biological... Afer nods. "I agree. Perhaps we should look into Quandrix and Witherbloom possibly working together more."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer notices the slight pause before the professor replies, and even if he might have his suspicions, he doesn't feel like it'... "Hmm, that is quite true. And unfortunate. Witherbloom could use more insight into the mathematical quantification of biological structures."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He pauses. Does Afer not know? Interesting. "Just an instinct. I also thought it best to stay out the way of Witherbloom's... Afer notices the slight pause before the professor replies, and even if he might have his suspicions, he doesn't feel like it's appropriate to ask it outright. "I don't find you intimidating, Professor," he smiles, still collecting insects into his box, "You're very good at what you do, I just think many Witherbloom students might find your area of expertise to be a little difficult for them to grasp."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer continues with the next box, being fairly quick about collecting the insects. "Really? How come?" He pauses. Does Afer not know? Interesting. "Just an instinct. I also thought it best to stay out the way of Witherbloom's students since I also seem to be intimidating even at the best of times."

Afer continues with the next box, being fairly quick about collecting the insects. "Really? How come?"

He hums in acknowledgement of Afer's admission. "I tend to avoid the Domes. I feel as though I am a specimen myself when I am there."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He frowns in displeasure. *He does not enjoy bugs. Usually. A strange exception for the enlarged hoard scarab. He's unsure wh... Afer watches him with a fond smile. Obviously he's not going to blame him for not being too happy about the insects, but he is thankful for the help. It's a rather long process, with there being so many bugs, but the infestation is luckily not as bad as it can be. "I think I'll have some of these sent away," Afer says as he closes the lid on what is his fith box, "But I'll be taking a few to the Domes. I think they'll make for interesting creatures to study."

He frowns in displeasure. He does not enjoy bugs. Usually. A strange exception for the enlarged hoard scarab. He's unsure what has possessed him to like the creature but he holds a fondness for the beetle now. He lifts a clawed hand and delicately pinches one between two claws like one might if they were picking up dirty laundry instead. He drops it in the box with a small thunk.

Khnum is slowly skittering after Mathias.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > “Is there…a technique to this?” He walks over to stand next to Afer, box in hand. Afer grabs himself one box, opening up the lid. "They're stunned for now, so you should just be able to..." he says, going over to the shelf with the magically petrified bugs on it, and simply picking them like fruit off a tree, "And just place them in."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *The soft tone he uses when speaking to Khnum makes Afer's chest swell with warmth. He can't help but smile as he places his cr... “Is there…a technique to this?” He walks over to stand next to Afer, box in hand.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Excellent." He sets Khnum down and picks up a box. "Now Khnum, be a good beetle and do not wander off too far." The soft tone he uses when speaking to Khnum makes Afer's chest swell with warmth. He can't help but smile as he places his crossbow to the side, leaning against one of the bookshelves. "I think one box should fit at least ten of them comfortably, so we probably won't be needing all of them... unless more appear from somewhere."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer watches as the professor walks over to an empty bookcase, puts Khnum down, and suddenly, in the place of the bookcase, ar... "Excellent." He sets Khnum down and picks up a box. "Now Khnum, be a good beetle and do not wander off too far."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He ponders for a moment and then walks over to a rare empty bookcase. *He sets Khnum on the floor at his feet with a pat and ... Afer watches as the professor walks over to an empty bookcase, puts Khnum down, and suddenly, in the place of the bookcase, are crates. Wooden, but definitely fit for putting insects in. "Whoa!" Afer exclaims, unable to hold back his amazement. He walks over to them, and picks one up. It has a lid and everything. Wizards truly are something else. "These'll be great, sir!"

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > "There are plastic boxes made for transporting live beasts at the vet's office, so anything they're able to breathe in would do... He ponders for a moment and then walks over to a rare empty bookcase. He sets Khnum on the floor at his feet with a pat and stands. What Afer sees would appear to be instantaneous but Mathias casts Time Stop and then Fabricate. During the ten minute casting window, the bookshelf disassembles into planks and then shaves itself into smaller pieces. Then the pieces fit together in neat little boxes, similar to shoeboxes with tiny pin holes littering the lids. Mathias releases the Time Stop and bends to pick Khnum back up. He gestures to the 50 odd wooden boxes. “Would this suffice?”

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "What containers are ideal for your specimen collection?" "There are plastic boxes made for transporting live beasts at the vet's office, so anything they're able to breathe in would do," Afer nods.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer can't help but chuckle a little, seeing the professor talking to his beetle like that. It's... really sweet, actually. A... "What containers are ideal for your specimen collection?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Hmmm. I am...willing to try." He looks down at Khnum. "What do you think? Shall I attempt to help your partner?" Afer can't help but chuckle a little, seeing the professor talking to his beetle like that. It's... really sweet, actually. And he has to place a hand on his cheek in an attempt to cool his face down. "Well... we are going to need some containers to put them in. It'd be smartest to go and grab some for the vet station, but that's a bit of a trek from up here."

The beetle slowly waggles its two front legs, antennae twitching.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer chuckles a little, smiling fondly over at the unlikely pair. "It was an awful establishment. No living being deserve... "Hmmm. I am...willing to try." He looks down at Khnum. "What do you think? Shall I attempt to help your partner?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "I...am not sure how I feel about the fact that he could possibly fly. I am very glad he cannot." *He looks down at the beetle ... Afer chuckles a little, smiling fondly over at the unlikely pair. "It was an awful establishment. No living being deserves being exploited like that." When the professor looks up at him, he quickly looks away, realizing he's once more blushing. The realization, in turn, makes his cheeks even warmer. "A-are you sure? Even if you're not fond of insects? They're not as... approachable as Khnum."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer smiles fondly at Khnum, who still seems very interested in poking at the clawed hands holding him. "They are. Very smal... "I...am not sure how I feel about the fact that he could possibly fly. I am very glad he cannot." He looks down at the beetle that is just holding his hand as best it can with its little antennae. "He is very blessed that you rescued him." *He looks up as Afer watches them. "Do you require some assistance? With collecting specimens?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *His mouth twitches when Afer explains that the beetle is actually a scarab beetle and would need to eat mites from under a drag... Afer smiles fondly at Khnum, who still seems very interested in poking at the clawed hands holding him. "They are. Very small, in fact," he says, "We believe they were using him to test some new growth potion, which apparently rendered him blind and flightless - and left him this large."

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His mouth twitches when Afer explains that the beetle is actually a scarab beetle and would need to eat mites from under a dragon's scales. Mathias is very meticulous about his care to avoid that very thing. At the thought of mites, he shivers. "Ah," he acknowledges the drow's answer with the simple noise. "Are hoard scarabs not usually...smaller?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Hmmm?" he makes a questioning noise before looking down at the beetle. "Oh! Khnum is not bothering me. He is quite delightfu... Afer raises his eyebrows. It's strange that Khnum likes a stranger this much, but even more strange that said stranger doesn't seem to mind him - especially since the professor doesn't seem as fond of other insects. "Really? Um... he mostly eats other small insects. Usually hoard scarabs feed on the mites underneath a dragon's scales... Though he's pretty big, and would have to have an entire dragon to eat from to get full, so... I give him whatever I have at hand, and anything from larvae to dried grasshoppers have been a hit so far."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer looks over at the professor, having his clawed hand thoroughly inspected by Khnum's antennae. For some reason, the beetl... "Hmmm?" he makes a questioning noise before looking down at the beetle. "Oh! Khnum is not bothering me. He is quite delightful. What does he eat?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He squints at the bugs and makes a noncommital noise. He's really unsettled by insents, especially those blasted brown fiends w... Afer looks over at the professor, having his clawed hand thoroughly inspected by Khnum's antennae. For some reason, the beetle seems especially interested in his hands. "I'm going to have to go and get some carriers to collect all the bugs," Afer says, blinking a little as he forces himself to look away from those claws, and suppress the less than appropriate thoughts about to surface. "Um... I can take him back to my office if he's bothering you, sir. He's not usually this fond of strangers."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *Afer has been so locked in on his spell that he flinches a little when Mathias speaks, having almost forgotten that he isn't a... He squints at the bugs and makes a noncommital noise. He's really unsettled by insents, especially those blasted brown fiends with unfortunate names. Except Khnum. He's rather adorable.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His eyes widen just a bit, which in Mathias's body language is quite a lot. "Impressive, Mr. Buccini," *he comments, Khnum st... Afer has been so locked in on his spell that he flinches a little when Mathias speaks, having almost forgotten that he isn't alone. "T-thank you, sir." He lowers the crossbow, taking in the sight of all the bugs in the room now locked in place and easy to collect. "It's going to take me a while to collect them all, but they won't be causing any more harm to your scrolls... not that they were in the first place. They mainly sustain themselves on dust, but I understand they can be a little icky to have around."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *The second projectile expands into a net, similar to the other one, covering the front of the entire shelf, and locking the bug... His eyes widen just a bit, which in Mathias's body language is quite a lot. "Impressive, Mr. Buccini," he comments, Khnum still attempting to stick his antenna up Mathias's nose. He gives the beetle a little pat and moves it away from his mouth and nose. It starts hugging his hand instead.

The second projectile expands into a net, similar to the other one, covering the front of the entire shelf, and locking the bugs in place. With two points of energy in the room, and his spellcasting focus in hand, Afer is able to expand the spell into a volley, all across the room. Every single bug lights up in purple, before it freezes in place, affected by the spell. -# Because he rolled a nat 20 and rule of cool applies.

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> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He is surprised at the projectile’s function and watches it intently despite Khnum’s curious prodding. “Intriguing,” he murmu... Afer feels ashamed that the professor's slightly raised eyebrows make his chest fill with such an intense warmth. It's been over ten years, you're not an awkward, young student anymore. He reloads the crossbow, aiming for another shelf, which also seems especially heavily infested with the insects.

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *It's not every day a teacher gets to show off how well they handle a weapon. Afer is almost a little nervous, even if he can't ... He is surprised at the projectile’s function and watches it intently despite Khnum’s curious prodding. “Intriguing,” he murmurs.*

It's not every day a teacher gets to show off how well they handle a weapon. Afer is almost a little nervous, even if he can't remember when was the last time he missed something due to not being good enough at aiming. His aim does, thankfully, not let him down this time either. The round projectile fires towards the shelf he aimed it at, and while it all happens in a split second, the projectile splits up into a net mid-air. It is enchanted, of course, each bug ending up underneath it suffering the effects of a Hold Monster-spell. The net flickers in bright purple, trapping the bugs in place. Afer can't help but glance over at the professor, as if curious to see whether he seems impressed.

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He watches as best he can while Khnum taps on his face insistently

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > “I…do not mind.” This is actually mildly amusing to him. It is…actually quite sweet. Afer smiles a little, confident that the professor doesn't mind the way his scarab seems very interested in touching his face all the time. So, he rolls up the sleeves of his cardigan, and grabs one piece of ammo. There are probably better places to shoot from, but he doesn't dare to move around too much, both in case he startles the insects, and in case there are any especially fragile sections of the library. With the crossbow loaded, Afer points it up towards a shelf where several bugs seem to be wiggling around the edge.

“I…do not mind.” This is actually mildly amusing to him. It is…actually quite sweet.

The whole time, Khnum taps at Mathias's face and hair with his antennae.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His gaze softens to one of curiosity as the beetle is held out to him like one might hold out a toddler. *Except toddlers are... Afer watches him take the beetle into his arms for maybe a few seconds too long, before he catches himself. "I'll be back soon." With that, he heads back down the stairs, trying to push away the giddy warmth spreading in his chest at the sight of Khnum being weirdly excited in the arms of another person. The beetle let Agaricus pick him up, but Khnum didn't poke at him with his antennae nearly as eagerly as just now... Right, the crossbow. And the ammunition. Afer rushes down the hallway, a couple of floors down. His crossbow is on the wall, as usual, and his giddiness soon switches targets. He's excited to get to shoot his crossbow at something. The ammunition is in a locked drawer in his desk, and after he fetches the keys from the pot of one of the (plastic) plants on his bookshelf, he fetches the ammunition he needs. It feels strange to tuck them into his cardigan pockets, but he doesn't really feel like an ammo belt will be needed for this job, and the globules containing the net are a little too big to fit in his hands. With everything ready, he heads back up to the office and library of his former teacher. "Alright..." he says as he's finally walking up the stairs, "Um- you don't mind holding him while I shoot, do you, sir?"

> Reply to: @Khnum (@Joel | joeldritch) > Khnum's legs are still slowly kicking in the air, though maybe a little faster when he's being held out. His gaze softens to one of curiosity as the beetle is held out to him like one might hold out a toddler. Except toddlers are gross. This beetle is not. He gingerly wraps his clawed hands around the beetle’s sides and takes him from Afer, holding him close and bringing him to his chest also similar to how one would hold a toddler. The beetle’s antennae immediately start to ruffle his hair.

Khnum's legs are still slowly kicking in the air, though maybe a little faster when he's being held out.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > “I prefer that they are dispensed of however you see fit. I am simply…worried about these scrolls. They are very important.” *S... Afer isn't sure if he imagines it, but it definitely looks like some sort of smoke coming out of the professor's nose. He's sure he didn't see him smoking anything... Right, the matter at hand. "Well, could you- um..." he says, holding out Khnum, "Hold him for me? It'll take me a minute to head down to my office for my crossbow, but I'll be quick."

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > Afer blinks. He hadn't thought of the scrolls at all. In fact, he was more worried about not hurting the insects. "I- I'll b... “I prefer that they are dispensed of however you see fit. I am simply…worried about these scrolls. They are very important.” Steams billows out of his nose as he crosses his arms and looks a bit cross. “I shall assist however you need.”

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He frowns deeply. "Crossbow? Won't that harm the scrolls?!" Afer blinks. He hadn't thought of the scrolls at all. In fact, he was more worried about not hurting the insects. "I- I'll be doing my utmost to not hurt your scrolls, sir!" he says, chuckling a little, "I have projectiles with nets in them, to catch beasts without harming them, and I'd... I'd really like to catch these alive, if it's alright with you?"

> Reply to: @Afer Buccini (@Joel | joeldritch) > *He recognizes the bugs mainly by the fact that they seem to be enjoying themselves around the scrolls and the dustier shelves a... He frowns deeply. "Crossbow? Won't that harm the scrolls?!"

He recognizes the bugs mainly by the fact that they seem to be enjoying themselves around the scrolls and the dustier shelves at the top. Book wurms and dust wurms, in different shapes and sizes. It's probably not appropriate to tell his colleague he should clean more often around here. "Well, sir... the good news is that they're not dangerous - unless you get too close, because their stings are poisonous," he says, "I will have to go back to my office and fetch my crossbow to deal with them, if that's alright with you?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *They ascend the stairs and he brings Afer to a section of his library toward the back that boasts a huge shelving unit that cou... Afer tries to focus on following the professor, as opposed to admiring his surroundings. He did sound very serious, after all. When they finally arrive at the location which houses... well, his problem, Afer's eyes go wide. "By the gods..." he breathes, looking around in astonishment. There are so many of the little bugs, in different shapes and sizes.

They ascend the stairs and he brings Afer to a section of his library toward the back that boasts a huge shelving unit that could contain thousands of scrolls. And there appears to be a number of insects crawling over the edges of the shelves. "Afer. I am besieged by an infestation. Please help me."

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It's Afer's first time entering Mathias's office - or well, any colleague's office - and for a moment, he is completely in awe of the magnificence of it. The tall marble pillars, tiled floors, bookcases stretched all the way up to the ceiling, and the astonishing sculpture of what Afer can only assume portrays an atom or a planetary system, though it might just be an illusion, projected into the center of the massive hall. For a moment he wishes he could just stand there and take it all in, but with Khnum's feet slowly kicking and pushing against his arm, and Mathias inviting him upstairs (he even has several floors worth of space!) he has to tear his gaze away from it all. His own little crammed office is nothing compared to this. Though, if the rumors about Professor Elemmírë being close friends with the headmaster have any truth to them, it makes all the sense in the world for him to have an office like this. "Oh- of course, sir."

He ushers the drow and beetle inside, his worry over his scrolls less prevalent for a moment at the cute legs of the scarab slowly moving in the air, looking for purchase. "Professor Buccini, follow me upstairs please?" -# @Joel | joeldritch (reminder what his office looks like)

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> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Probably, yeah. My coat has definitely seen better days," he says, shrugging a bit. "It's in the cleaning supply closet in th... He nods and pulls Leis along. https://discord.com/channels/1151902831310274651/1300862656512790528

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He shrugs on his jacket and then an even larger overcoat. Then a pair of gloves that seem to be enchanted so he can’t rip throu... "Probably, yeah. My coat has definitely seen better days," he says, shrugging a bit. "It's in the cleaning supply closet in the Teacher's Lounge, so we're gonna have to make a pit stop."

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He shrugs on his jacket and then an even larger overcoat. Then a pair of gloves that seem to be enchanted so he can’t rip through them. He holds out his hand to Leis, “we shall teleport first but it is cold. Do you need any winter wear?”

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His gaze softens. "Leis, you are far too easy to love. Go, get dressed. I want to show you the bakery." He chuckles softly and leans in to give him a gentle kiss before straightening up again. "I can say the same thing about you, Mathias.~" He presses another kiss to the dragon's head before disappearing back into the bedroom, emerging a few minutes later, fully dressed and with his hair tamed.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "If you wish to spoil me, I won't complain any," he says, pressing a kiss to Mathias's thumb with a soft smile. "It's...not re... His gaze softens. "Leis, you are far too easy to love. Go, get dressed. I want to show you the bakery."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He quirks an eyebrow and turns Leis toward him. "Mr. Everwood. Are you going to let me spoil you?" *He thumbs over the baker... "If you wish to spoil me, I won't complain any," he says, pressing a kiss to Mathias's thumb with a soft smile. "It's...not really something that I'm used to, though."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He raises an eyebrow at that. "What exactly would we be shopping for?" Sure, his wardrobe could probably use some updates, a... He quirks an eyebrow and turns Leis toward him. "Mr. Everwood. Are you going to let me spoil you?" He thumbs over the baker's lip.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He takes a moment to appraise his lover. "Hmmm, perhaps a shopping trip is also in order." He raises an eyebrow at that. "What exactly would we be shopping for?" Sure, his wardrobe could probably use some updates, and his furniture is all but shot, but he doesn't think it's in that bad of a state-

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > It was already ready? Damn, that was insanely fast. "Absolutely, let me go tame my hair a bit first, and then I need my shoes.... He takes a moment to appraise his lover. "Hmmm, perhaps a shopping trip is also in order."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He grins broadly. It's a foreign look on the wizard, but it can be earned from the small few. "Ah, just who I was hoping woul... It was already ready? Damn, that was insanely fast. "Absolutely, let me go tame my hair a bit first, and then I need my shoes. Then we can go," he says, pressing a kiss to his cheek. He doesn't mind the rest of his outfit, he just wants to make himself slightly more presentable for being in public.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He's yawning a bit as he comes out of the bedroom, the lack of his partner's radiating warmth having roused him from sleep. His ... He grins broadly. It's a foreign look on the wizard, but it can be earned from the small few. "Ah, just who I was hoping would wake soon." He wraps an arm around Leis's waist and keeps in in place, a possessive hand splayed on the baker's side. "Your bakery is ready. These are the papers detailing the building's complete ownership to you. I was going over the trust paperwork and the accompanying financials." He looks up at the baker, eagerness in his eyes. He loves giving gifts. "Are you ready to see it, my baker?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He stands before his desk once more, just as Leis found him the first time. He’s reading over some boring legal document and ac... He's yawning a bit as he comes out of the bedroom, the lack of his partner's radiating warmth having roused him from sleep. His hair is a bit of a mess, dressed in his T-shirt from the day before and a pair of the linen pants from Mathias's closet. He can't help but smile when he sees the dragon, coming downstairs and pressing a kiss to his head. "Mmm, what you looking at, darling?" he asks, curious.

He stands before his desk once more, just as Leis found him the first time. He’s reading over some boring legal document and accompanying financials, awaiting the baker. He frowns at the cellular device he does not want to use in any capacity. -# @Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)

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> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He is busy purring and petting Leis's side, thumb gliding over the vee of his hip. He's being very clingy and he doesn't care.*... "Mmm, that sounds like a wonderful idea for next time," he says, smiling softly. He gently traces a nonsensical pattern on the dragon's back, more than content to stay like this for the next few hours. Hell, he'd be content to stay like this for the next few days, if not the rest of his life. He smiles again and presses another kiss to Mathias's head, a happy hum leaving him. Yeah, he doesn't want to go anywhere else. This is exactly where he belongs.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > Well, that's definitely something he'll be proud of for a while. "I'm glad I managed it," he says, grinning and pressing a kis... He is busy purring and petting Leis's side, thumb gliding over the vee of his hip. He's being very clingy and he doesn't care. "Hmmm...next time I think I will pin you down and ride you until finish and then keep you inside until I am able to do it again. You will need to hydrate." His wings are flopped down on both of sides of them, spilling like oil over the bed.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > “Well, since I do believe curiosity is best encouraged through reward…no. You are a first in that regard.” *He smiles a silly, ... Well, that's definitely something he'll be proud of for a while. "I'm glad I managed it," he says, grinning and pressing a kiss to Mathias's head. "I must say, though, watching you ride me like that was the hottest thing I've ever seen in my life~"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Mmm, just curious more than anything," he says, chuckling softly. Would it be a small point of pride for him, however? Yes, yes... “Well, since I do believe curiosity is best encouraged through reward…no. You are a first in that regard.” He smiles a silly, pleased little smirk to himself. A cat who has gotten his cream, self-satisfied smirk. Definitely a dragon far too pleased with his hoard.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He raises an eyebrow, but not his head from his resting spot. “Are we developing an inflated sense of self, Leis? I would not... "Mmm, just curious more than anything," he says, chuckling softly. Would it be a small point of pride for him, however? Yes, yes it would.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He's panting as well, wrapping his arms around Mathias to hold him close, being mindful of his wings. "Seems I did a damn good... He raises an eyebrow, but not his head from his resting spot. “Are we developing an inflated sense of self, Leis? I would not want you to think yourself too much of a godling,” he answers, deflecting and teasing.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He’s panting, trying to catch his breath. Something the dragon hasn’t had to do since his younger years before achieving his fu... He's panting as well, wrapping his arms around Mathias to hold him close, being mindful of his wings. "Seems I did a damn good job there...has anyone else managed to make you come that hard before?" he asks, gently playing with the hair at the nape of his neck.

He’s panting, trying to catch his breath. Something the dragon hasn’t had to do since his younger years before achieving his full transformation. “Mr. Everwood….well done. Your stamina … never ceases to amaze me.” He flicks his hand, and all of the ejaculate with it, away. Then he slumps down onto Leis’s wide chest, mindful of his horns as he presses his ear to the elf’s heart.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > Oh he is so good. So so good. Leis’s instincts are right on the money. *When the baker wraps his large hand around his knot, ... The feeling of Mathias clenching around him is what does him in, his back arching off the bed as he fills Mathias with rope after rope of cum, moaning loudly. He gentles his touch, the hand that had been occupied by the dragon's tail moving up his back and just below his wing base, working him through his orgasm. "Hells, Mathias, you're absolutely gorgeous...perfectly stunning..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > The hand that isn't occupied by that glorious tail moves to Mathias's cock, wrapping snuggly around his knot as he fights to hol... Oh he is so good. So so good. Leis’s instincts are right on the money. When the baker wraps his large hand around his knot, kneading and squeezing, Mathias makes a noise like a wounded animal. Braced against the elf’s chest, he slams himself back and comes with a ragged snarl. His chest is covered in black scales but glows from within and his rapid beating heart is visible, backlit amid the fire contained there. His hot spend pulses across Leis’s chest and Mathias’s hands, thick ropes that continue as Leis manually milks his knot. His wings strain outward as he clenches repeatedly and twitches around the baker’s cock. Mathias hasn’t come that hard—ever.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He is growling and snarling with every slam downward. *The elf’s cock is thick and long, hitting the edge of that spot insi... The hand that isn't occupied by that glorious tail moves to Mathias's cock, wrapping snuggly around his knot as he fights to hold himself back from the edge. "Fuck, wanna feel you come first, love, please..." His voice is absolutely wrecked as he speaks, whimpers being drawn out of him with every movement the dragon makes. "Please, Mathias!..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > Fuck, if this isn't the single hottest thing he's ever had happen in his life, he's not sure what is. He moans loudly as he feel... He is growling and snarling with every slam downward. The elf’s cock is thick and long, hitting the edge of that spot inside his channel each time. He feels it before it happens, but a moment later his wings are blooming into the air behind him, dark and prismatic all at once. The appendages are massive, feathered in such a way that they appear like stained glass, each feather a prism in the light. But they are dim, cloaked in shadow. His wings hold secrets, histories. But they are his, nonetheless. They fan out, hiking up high, and he slams down once more, his knot popping, tail snapping to and fro, and he roars.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *The baker's hand is on his tail again and his rhythm stutters. More scales erupt over his skin like gooseflesh and he growls, p... Fuck, if this isn't the single hottest thing he's ever had happen in his life, he's not sure what is. He moans loudly as he feels pre beginning to leak from his cock, heat pooling at the base of his spine. He watches Mathias with rapt attention, the hand not occupied by his tail roaming over the other's thigh. "Hells, you keep this pace up I might not last long," he says, voice straining and fading out into a whine as he grips the dragon's thigh, panting.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He fully falls back against the mattress with a groan when Mathias starts to move, hands caressing over his hips and thighs mome... The baker's hand is on his tail again and his rhythm stutters. More scales erupt over his skin like gooseflesh and he growls, plants his hands on Leis's chest and starts to ride the baker hard, his eyes glowing and pupils slitted. Every rock of his hips has Leis's hand fisting his tail and his knot starts to grow in the front. His back starts to ripple and he rolls his shoulders.

@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)

He fully falls back against the mattress with a groan when Mathias starts to move, hands caressing over his hips and thighs momentarily before one moves to his tail again. "Yes...just like that, darling...take what you need..."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He groans low in his throat with pleasure as Mathias sinks down on his cock, his hands resting on the dragon's hips. "Fuck, yo... He grinds and circles his hips, rumbling at the ceiling. His tail starts to swish and sway, playful and taunting. He wants to chew, bite, mark. His teeth gnash and his claws scratch down Leis's chest, leaving little red lines. After a few moments, he rises up slowly, relishing the drag of Leis inside him. And then he slams down with a groan.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > "Yes, so very much yes," he pants, eyes flashing. *He raises up on his knees, hands clutching Leis's head and devours his mou... He groans low in his throat with pleasure as Mathias sinks down on his cock, his hands resting on the dragon's hips. "Fuck, you feel amazing," he murmurs, watching as the dragon fully seats himself, letting him adjust at his own pace.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > Thankfully it isn't long before the elf deems him properly stretched, moaning into his mouth. He removes his fingers and slicks ... "Yes, so very much yes," he pants, eyes flashing. He raises up on his knees, hands clutching Leis's head and devours his mouth. He feels the elf notch himself in place, so he starts to press down. Slowly, inch by inch he sinks down, sheathing Leis inside. The feeling is glorious. He quakes, head thrown back as he adjusts to the tight fit, to the way the elf presses against his sensitive bundle of nerves. His cock is wet and screaming for friction, but not even his tail dares to move. He takes deep breaths, blowing out steam as if the room were close to freezing instead of his internal temperature far too hot for a standard man.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He gasps as the elf grasps at his tail, massaging it and pressing against the underside firmly. And when he finds Mathias's pro... Thankfully it isn't long before the elf deems him properly stretched, moaning into his mouth. He removes his fingers and slicks himself up, panting slightly. "Ready to ride?~"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He smirks against Mathias's neck as he continues working his fingers, soon easing a third finger into him as he presses a bit mo... He gasps as the elf grasps at his tail, massaging it and pressing against the underside firmly. And when he finds Mathias's prostate, he pants and a blurt of spend lands on Leis's abs. The sight is pornographic and he rumbles in satisfaction. He tightens his hand around the other's cock as a reflex and exhales more steam. Then his hand is winding it ways into the elf's hair and sucking on his lip with sharp teeth while grinding backward.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He growls as Leis teases the base of his tail and it squeezes his arm, pulling him in to press and grip more firmly. This only ... He smirks against Mathias's neck as he continues working his fingers, soon easing a third finger into him as he presses a bit more firmly at the base of his tail. "Almost there...just a little more, and you should be ready," he purrs, resisting the urge to latch onto the dragon's neck to suck a mark into being. He curls his fingers slightly as he continues to work his hand, searching for the dragon's prostate. He's nothing if not thorough in his study of what gets Mathias going.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He smirks as he eases a second finger into him, letting him adjust for a moment before he once again starts moving his hand, gra... He growls as Leis teases the base of his tail and it squeezes his arm, pulling him in to press and grip more firmly. This only results in him moaning low and long, bucking back on those wonderful thick fingers, shivering, and rubbing his ridged cock along Leis's smooth, silken one. It's the perfect kind of maddening as his dick continues to drool over their laps.

@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)

He smirks as he eases a second finger into him, letting him adjust for a moment before he once again starts moving his hand, gradually working his fingers to open him up carefully. The feeling of him thumbing at the head of his cock makes him let out another low moan, and the elf's otherwise unoccupied hand teases at the sensitive base of Mathias's tail once more. "Fuckin' hells, you're gorgeous...you take my fingers so well, gonna feel amazing when you're wrapped around my cock..." Mathias may run hot, but that hint of danger is part of why he's not going anywhere. It's the perfect edge to what he's decided is a pretty damn perfect combination.

He runs a claw over the head of Leis's cock, pulling back the foreskin and thumbing at the slit. "Yesssss," he purrs, grinding backward onto the first one.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He continues to roll his hips and slides a hand down to the glorious erection that his keeps bumping against and making him shi... His eyes flutter shut at the stimulation, moaning softly as he continues working his hand. "Fuck...you ready for me to add another?" He teases his rim with a second lubed finger, waiting for Mathias's confirmation before he starts to stretch him.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Only in the sense that I don't want you hurting yourself by accident," he says, pressing a kiss to his collarbone. "Dragon or... He continues to roll his hips and slides a hand down to the glorious erection that his keeps bumping against and making him shiver. He slides a clawed hand around the elf's prick and gives it a slow pull. "Oh, I know, my darling baker. I know~"

"Only in the sense that I don't want you hurting yourself by accident," he says, pressing a kiss to his collarbone. "Dragon or not, it doesn't negate the fact that I'm a rather large man in more ways than one."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > Well, that answers that particular question. He files the knowledge away for later and decides to start mapping out the skin of ... Leis's finger is a cool balm to his molten need. He wasn't joking when he cast that protection from fire buff; his internal temperature is skyrocketing as steam starts to puff from his nose. It also puffs out of his mouth as his jaw opens in pleasure-filled sigh, rolling his hips back onto the baker's thick digit. He licks his lips and smirks down at Leis. "My, my— are we becoming bossy, Mr. Everwood?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He moans as Leis strokes the smooth underside of his tail and his hips thrust backward reflexively into the baker's hand, clear... Well, that answers that particular question. He files the knowledge away for later and decides to start mapping out the skin of his back, not wanting this to end too quickly. The movement of Mathias's hips definitely makes him smirk, however, his finger having fully sunk into the dragon with minimal effort. "Mmm, easy now, we don't need to rush. Just let me know when you're ready for me to add another," he purrs, taking the opportunity to gently move his hand and give Mathias some friction.

He moans as Leis strokes the smooth underside of his tail and his hips thrust backward reflexively into the baker's hand, clearly craving more. His cock has also started to weep a bit and he looks down at Leis with pride. "Good boy~"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > His purr deepening, his tail rises up even further at the base and twines around Leis's forearm in encouragement. "It has bee... "Mmm, and I'm looking forward to feeling you coming undone around me," he says, his voice dipping to a low rumble as he eases a finger into Mathias. His other hand moves from his hip to his ass, fingers lightly trailing at the base of his tail. He's slept with a few tieflings over the years, and he's curious if the base of Mathias's tail has the same sensitivity levels.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Mmm, good~ I always aim to please~" he purrs, moving in for another heated kiss. The hand that isn't occupied with the bottle... His purr deepening, his tail rises up even further at the base and twines around Leis's forearm in encouragement. "It has been a long while since I have had the pleasure of being taken," he comments, voice vibrating a little with the purr in his chest. "I am looking forward to riding that delicious cock of yours, Mr. Everwood."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He is used to praise. He is not used to careful hands, adoring caresses from larger hands. He shivers and allows himself to be ... "Mmm, good~ I always aim to please~" he purrs, moving in for another heated kiss. The hand that isn't occupied with the bottle of lube moves to Mathias's ass, kneading gently for a moment before he adds a fair amount of lube to his fingers, letting it warm up a bit. The elf sets the bottle to the side and moves his clean hand to the dragon's hip, lubed fingers slipping between the other's legs to gently massage his hole.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He chuckles a bit at that and pulls him into a loving kiss, humming softly. "I appreciate that. I quite like having my dick inta... He is used to praise. He is not used to careful hands, adoring caresses from larger hands. He shivers and allows himself to be touched. "You are free to touch whatever you please. And you do so please me~" he purrs in return, tail swishing eagerly in the air. His hands stay cupped on either side of the baker's neck, scratching at the nape of his neck.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > “Mmm just making sure I do not injure you permanently.” *His eyes glow with yellow light and he touches Leis’s hand as he casts... He chuckles a bit at that and pulls him into a loving kiss, humming softly. "I appreciate that. I quite like having my dick intact~" Gods, he's pretty sure he's in love. He carefully reaches for the lube, continuing to kiss Mathias lovingly as he skillfully pops the bottle with one hand. "Stunning, gorgeous...you could have anyone in the world, and yet I'm the one who's lucky enough to be here with you." His words are soft as he trails his lips over Mathias's jaw, onto his neck. He intends get the dragon riled up tonight.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Alright," he says, nodding and moving one of his hands to wrap around his cock, stroking himself slightly. He's curious about... “Mmm just making sure I do not injure you permanently.” His eyes glow with yellow light and he touches Leis’s hand as he casts Protection from Fire. “Now I will not melt your genitals off,” he says with a laugh.

( @Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias) cause I forgot to do the reply thing)

"Alright," he says, nodding and moving one of his hands to wrap around his cock, stroking himself slightly. He's curious about what Mathias is planning with this, especially since he hasn't even prepped him yet. "What would you like me to do, darling? I'm all yours~"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He can't help but grin when Mathias summons then no lube, lifting his hips to slide his pants off once they're undone. "Gods, ... He purred in contentment as Leis touched him, arms hooked over his shoulders and neck. Slow. Unhurried. Sensual. He imagined their future, one of cookies and cakes in a bakery and was immensely grateful for Leis’s elven blood. He would live a long life next to Mathias or at least nearby. Whatever he chose. He did not keep lovers hostage. But he also did not mark them permanently either. His cock had started to slide from its sheath, wet and warm. And he remembered himself. “Leis, take your cock in hand for a moment.”

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > Maybe...a little magic. *He throws a hand out and a vial of lubricant flies across the room into his waiting fingers while he... He can't help but grin when Mathias summons then no lube, lifting his hips to slide his pants off once they're undone. "Gods, you really are gorgeous..." he murmurs, not missing the way that the other's tail raises as he runs his hands over his thighs.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > His breath hitches at Mathias's words, and he can't help but lick his lips. "I would love to have the honor," he says softly, ... Maybe...a little magic. He throws a hand out and a vial of lubricant flies across the room into his waiting fingers while he licks into Leis's mouth. Then he drops it to the bed to work on Leis's pants. His tail has reappeared and sways enticing behind him, slightly raised in anticipation as Leis works his pants down and off, one leg at a time. Meanwhile he trails his claws lovingly over Leis's pectorals, his collarbone, his sides.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *Scaled hands skip across the planes of Leis's chest, appreciative of the baker's soft skin stretched over well-built muscle. He... His breath hitches at Mathias's words, and he can't help but lick his lips. "I would love to have the honor," he says softly, his hands moving almost reverently over the dragon's skin. "Let's get you out of these pants, and I'll grab the lube, yeah?"

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He hums softly and starts to undo the fastenings for Mathias's shirt, smiling softly. "As you wish~" The fabric slides free ... Scaled hands skip across the planes of Leis's chest, appreciative of the baker's soft skin stretched over well-built muscle. He uses a knuckle to tease a dark nipple absentmindedly as he tentatively gives himself over to Leis's attentions. His large hands cradle his face exceptionally well. "I am in no hurry at this moment. However, would like to ride you, Leis. Shall you prepare me or shall I stretch myself?"

He hums softly and starts to undo the fastenings for Mathias's shirt, smiling softly. "As you wish~" The fabric slides free easily, and the elf gathers it up to move it off to the side before he undoes the dragon's pants with one hand, pulling him into a gentle kiss with the other.

He smirks, his horns reappearing as he reaches forward to pull Leis’s shirt off. The dragon tilts the baker’s head back and kisses him deeply, slow and full of promise. “Undress me, please.”

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He smirks and for a moment considers magical means for expediency. But no. He wants this to be memorable. Meaningful. “Le... He smiles softly, his hands resting on Mathias's hips. Something different, huh? Count him in. "Oh? What did you have in mind?" he asks, his thumbs rubbing gentle circles on the other's hips.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He easily scoops him up in a bridal carry, making a beeline for the bed. He gently lays back on the mattress, toeing his shoes o... He smirks and for a moment considers magical means for expediency. But no. He wants this to be memorable. Meaningful. “Leis, I would like to do something different tonight,” he admits, sliding down into the elf’s lap, one thigh on either side side of his hips. He reaches back and tugs off both shoes, throwing them behind himself.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He nods and steps back, releasing Leis's waist and allows himself to be picked up. *It's a nice change of pace, he thinks idl... He easily scoops him up in a bridal carry, making a beeline for the bed. He gently lays back on the mattress, toeing his shoes off before scooting up the bed slightly, Mathias still in his arms. The perks of being 6'6 and built like a house, you can easily move both yourself and your draconic partner around when said partner is in his human form.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "I would very much like to carry you to bed," he says, tucking a stray bit of hair behind Mathias's ear. He isn't ready to let g... He nods and steps back, releasing Leis's waist and allows himself to be picked up. It's a nice change of pace, he thinks idly.

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He snorts and instinctively goes to decline, but stops himself. "Is that something you would like? To carry me? I am content ... "I would very much like to carry you to bed," he says, tucking a stray bit of hair behind Mathias's ear. He isn't ready to let go of the dragon just yet, and this way, they don't have to let each other go just to head to bed.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "Of course," he says, smiling softly. "Would you like me to carry you?" He has no issues with scooping the dragon up and carry... He snorts and instinctively goes to decline, but stops himself. "Is that something you would like? To carry me? I am content to walk, but if it will bring you happiness, then I would allow it."

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > *He is quiet for a long while, his horns vanishing like wisps of smoke. He turns his head and buries his nose in the base of Lei... "Of course," he says, smiling softly. "Would you like me to carry you?" He has no issues with scooping the dragon up and carrying him to bed for a cuddle session.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He wraps his arms around Mathias, gently carding his fingers through the dragon's hair. "I'm fully aware of what my request en... He is quiet for a long while, his horns vanishing like wisps of smoke. He turns his head and buries his nose in the base of Leis's throat, taking deep inhales. "The collar was merely a suggestion. What you ask for...what you know the weight of, is not easily given or borne." He grips the elf harder around the waist, a squeeze meant to convey his need for closeness. "I...need you suddenly in a different way. Shall we retire to bed?"

> Reply to: @Mathias Elemmírë (@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)) > He suddenly feels a little out of his depth. Vulnerable. This is intimate. This is rare and sacred and meant to be protected. ... He wraps his arms around Mathias, gently carding his fingers through the dragon's hair. "I'm fully aware of what my request entails...I wouldn't ask if I wasn't sure that it's what I want. That you are what I want...but I don't want to pressure you into that, either, because I know it's a lot. Hence why I'm more than happy to have a collar instead if that would be more comfortable for you."

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > "If you'd feel more comfortable with a collar, I'd be more than happy to wear one," he says, cheeks flushing a bit. "And I'm f... He suddenly feels a little out of his depth. Vulnerable. This is intimate. This is rare and sacred and meant to be protected. He drops his hands from both Leis's throat and his hair, sliding them down his chest and moving into the elf's space to bury his face in his collarbone. He is careful of his horns and his tail has moved away to wind around them both. He needs connection of a different kind. He is suddenly very quiet. Thinking. Trying to understand.

@Toffee (Rhiannon/Mathias)

"If you'd feel more comfortable with a collar, I'd be more than happy to wear one," he says, cheeks flushing a bit. "And I'm fully aware that you're polygamous, and I'm more than okay with that...I just think it's unlikely that I'd ever find another person who would even hold a candle to you. And I mean that, truly." His voice is soft as he speaks, and he gently caresses Mathias's forearm. He means every word, and he hopes the dragon realizes that.

> Reply to: @𝐿𝑒𝒾𝓈 (@Mairon✨ (Tav: Adriel)) > He shudders with pleasure when Mathias runs a claw over his ear, eyes rolling back in his head. "I-I want you to take me, to m... "No collar then? Something more ... permanent? Seems rather soon, Mr. Everwood. I still won't require you to stay mine for the entirety of your life but marking you...will stir things within me that will make it harder to not follow you. And I maintain that I am still quite polygamous." He gentles his hold on Leis's throat during this moment. This is a more delicate, sensitive topic. He'd rather not be in scene for a discussion turned more serious and romantic.