[ Dogluc looks up at Diluc before immediately turning its head away. Hmph!! Kaeya just smiles, unaware of Diluc's plight, and picks up Dogluc. The dog side-eyes Diluc after being set in Kaeya's lap. ]
I say you've convinced me to return, though that means that I'll have to submit my bingos now. I'm sure you don't want to continue sharing beds, even after we've made up.
[ He's pretty sure that he has a bingo line so they can finally get separate rooms. ]
[Dogluc is easily ignored, but Diluc isn't looking at Kaeya either, focusing his attention on adjusting his gloves when there's nowhere comfortable to rest his gaze. He'd rather leave, frankly, but leaving is what got them into this mess in the first place. Uncomfortable as he feels, he'll endure it.]
I suppose not.
[Wow. He'll never admit that sharing a bed with Kaeya wasn't the worst thing, but after spending a month cramped into a bed with the overwarm Diluc, he's sure Kaeya would prefer sleeping alone... with Dogluc.]
Your generosity won't go unrewarded. We have a business to set up, don't we?
[ Kaeya pets Dogluc as they talk, now relaxed as he no longer has to worry about having to forget about Diluc. His only concern now is to improve his friendship with the other man so he could possibly move to the next stage. ]
Would you set up a winery or tavern again? I'm afraid that I won't be very useful beyond product tasting.
[ He jokes, but that's probably exactly what will happen. ]
That's fine. I think you've earned a free sample or two.
[Kaeya's the one who's been spending his bingos on their home, after all. The least Diluc can do is invest his own in their future business... for as long as it will last, anyhow. He has no intention of remaining here once the year is through and he's sure Kaeya feels the same.]
Considering this town lacks both a winery and a proper bar, [no shade to the barkeep downstairs,] we'll need to set up a dual operation. With the Goddess' favor, it shouldn't be much work.
[ A sip or two? Please, they both know that he will be drinking far more than that. ]
I'll leave it up to you.
[ Soon after their conversation, Kaeya returns home with Dogluc. He's in good spirits for the rest of the day, which extends into the next morning. ]
[ He leaves early, departing as he typically does, but he returns early. He strolls back to the farm just after noon with a bouquet of lamp grass in one hand. Wherever Diluc is, he plans on trying to sneak up behind him. He doesn't plan on doing anything malicious! He just wants to see if he can and stand there long enough until Diluc notices. ]
[Diluc is rarely out in the field during the day, so Kaeya will happen upon him doing some prep work in the kitchen for tonight's dinner. He's been eating for one and doesn't put much effort into feeding himself, but now that Kaeya's home, he's begun to cook in earnest again.
He hears Kaeya approaching — how could he not — but he doesn't swivel around to face him. He's busy dicing veggies, and because he knows Kaeya, he also knows there's some reason he's sneaking up on him instead of announcing himself as he usually does.
He'll never, ever, ever admit that he finds Kaeya's antics amusing, but he'll indulge him, calling out over a shoulder.]
[ Kaeya smiles, sliding up next to Diluc. He holds the bouquet behind his back with one hand, keeping it low to the ground so there's less of a chance of Diluc being able to see it. ]
[ He gains the knife! He's glad that Diluc gives it to him rather than distrust him with it because he immediately brings out the flowers, setting them in Diluc's hand. ]
Have a break. I'll take it from here.
[ Kaeya knows that he doesn't do much around the house to help, but he can at least food prep! He's at least good for that! ]
[ He goes over to wash his hands in the sink before picking up where Diluc left off with the vegetables. He'll occasionally ask in between their conversation on what needs to be done so he can finish the food prep. ]
Besides, it's been a while since I was last home.
[ So he can be in a happy mood! Which includes being generous. ]
Well then, I'll try not to grow accustomed to you helping around the house.
[Seeing as this is a one-time thing, right? They'll go back to the status quo soon enough, which has Diluc feeling some sort of way, but it's fine. It doesn't matter. All that ought to matter is that Kaeya is home again, all their issues water under the bridge...
...Yet Diluc remains unsatisfied. Well, whatever. While Kaeya is in an amiable mood, Diluc is going to see just how far he can stretch it.]
[Hm. Kaeya really is being awfully compliant, isn't he? After finding a safe space to set down his bouquet, Diluc assists him in setting the table. As if he'd make Kaeya do everything on his own.]
Don't bother with small-talk.
[You know the rules, bro.]
Tell me what trouble you've gotten up to while you were away.
Always so quick to assume that I'm getting into trouble.
[ He shakes his head as if he's hurt, but he still has a smile on his face. He doesn't actually care since it's right, he's always getting into trouble. ]
I had a stroll around town with Trahearne, that's all. We chatted about so and so, all that small-talk chatter that you hate.
[Kaeya??? That immediately ruffles Diluc's feathers, though he can't put a finger on why. He likes Trahearne. He's a good man. They have much in common, and...
...No, Diluc understands exactly why he's bothered, but he lets none of that make it as far as his expression. It's not until Kaeya's openly bragging that he reaches over to shove his shoulder.]
So you've caught feelings for him, then? Congratulations.
[You think he'd admit it if he was, Kaeya? Get real. Diluc has no intention of humoring Kaeya, brushing past him to bring more food out of the kitchen and onto the table.]
Why in the world would I be jealous?
[Because he is and he's never admitting it. He'd have to acknowledge his feelings to own up to them and there's a snowball's chance in hell of that happening.]
[ No, he does not expect Diluc to tell the truth, but he also asked only half-seriously. He has no reason to believe that Diluc will be jealous, so he didn't really expect any solid answers. He just wants something to tease about and be annoying. ]
Your precious little brother, running off with another man, leaving you all alone.
Kicking me out right after I brought you flowers? How cruel, but no, I didn't do much less, if you can believe it. I spent the rest of my day procuring those flowers.
[ He waves his hand towards the bouquet. ]
Be gentle with them. Lamp grass isn't native here.
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I say you've convinced me to return, though that means that I'll have to submit my bingos now. I'm sure you don't want to continue sharing beds, even after we've made up.
[ He's pretty sure that he has a bingo line so they can finally get separate rooms. ]
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I suppose not.
[Wow. He'll never admit that sharing a bed with Kaeya wasn't the worst thing, but after spending a month cramped into a bed with the overwarm Diluc, he's sure Kaeya would prefer sleeping alone... with Dogluc.]
Your generosity won't go unrewarded. We have a business to set up, don't we?
[For once, Diluc will let Kaeya run up a tab.]
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Would you set up a winery or tavern again? I'm afraid that I won't be very useful beyond product tasting.
[ He jokes, but that's probably exactly what will happen. ]
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[Kaeya's the one who's been spending his bingos on their home, after all. The least Diluc can do is invest his own in their future business... for as long as it will last, anyhow. He has no intention of remaining here once the year is through and he's sure Kaeya feels the same.]
Considering this town lacks both a winery and a proper bar, [no shade to the barkeep downstairs,] we'll need to set up a dual operation. With the Goddess' favor, it shouldn't be much work.
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I'll leave it up to you.
[ Soon after their conversation, Kaeya returns home with Dogluc. He's in good spirits for the rest of the day, which extends into the next morning. ]
[ He leaves early, departing as he typically does, but he returns early. He strolls back to the farm just after noon with a bouquet of lamp grass in one hand. Wherever Diluc is, he plans on trying to sneak up behind him. He doesn't plan on doing anything malicious! He just wants to see if he can and stand there long enough until Diluc notices. ]
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He hears Kaeya approaching — how could he not — but he doesn't swivel around to face him. He's busy dicing veggies, and because he knows Kaeya, he also knows there's some reason he's sneaking up on him instead of announcing himself as he usually does.
He'll never, ever, ever admit that he finds Kaeya's antics amusing, but he'll indulge him, calling out over a shoulder.]
Can I help you?
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[ Kaeya smiles, sliding up next to Diluc. He holds the bouquet behind his back with one hand, keeping it low to the ground so there's less of a chance of Diluc being able to see it. ]
Trade?
[ He holds out his free hand for the knife. ]
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I'd rather know what kind of exchange we're making, but suit yourself.
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Have a break. I'll take it from here.
[ Kaeya knows that he doesn't do much around the house to help, but he can at least food prep! He's at least good for that! ]
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Floundering for a moment, Diluc takes the bouquet. Ah... He really doesn't know what to make of this, but—]
...Thank you. I see you're in a generous mood today.
[Why is that?]
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[ He goes over to wash his hands in the sink before picking up where Diluc left off with the vegetables. He'll occasionally ask in between their conversation on what needs to be done so he can finish the food prep. ]
Besides, it's been a while since I was last home.
[ So he can be in a happy mood! Which includes being generous. ]
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[Seeing as this is a one-time thing, right? They'll go back to the status quo soon enough, which has Diluc feeling some sort of way, but it's fine. It doesn't matter. All that ought to matter is that Kaeya is home again, all their issues water under the bridge...
...Yet Diluc remains unsatisfied. Well, whatever. While Kaeya is in an amiable mood, Diluc is going to see just how far he can stretch it.]
Set the table when you're done, please.
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[ It's not that much work to set the table, psh, he's not that useless. He'll make quick work of the kitchen stuff so he can work on the table next. ]
So, how has your day fared?
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Don't bother with small-talk.
[You know the rules, bro.]
Tell me what trouble you've gotten up to while you were away.
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[ He shakes his head as if he's hurt, but he still has a smile on his face. He doesn't actually care since it's right, he's always getting into trouble. ]
I had a stroll around town with Trahearne, that's all. We chatted about so and so, all that small-talk chatter that you hate.
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[Kaeya??? That immediately ruffles Diluc's feathers, though he can't put a finger on why. He likes Trahearne. He's a good man. They have much in common, and...
...No, Diluc understands exactly why he's bothered, but he lets none of that make it as far as his expression. It's not until Kaeya's openly bragging that he reaches over to shove his shoulder.]
So you've caught feelings for him, then? Congratulations.
[🙂]
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I'm simply spending time with him. It's nothing serious. [ He's not denying it, but he's also not saying yea. ] Are you jealous?
[ highkey interested in finding out ]
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Why in the world would I be jealous?
[Because he is and he's never admitting it. He'd have to acknowledge his feelings to own up to them and there's a snowball's chance in hell of that happening.]
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Your precious little brother, running off with another man, leaving you all alone.
[ He's dramatic. ]
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Watch your tongue before I carve it out of your skull.
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Am I getting close?
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[Don't talk to him about how he left first. Moving on!]
What else did you do? I can't imagine your reign of terror stopped at a single man.
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[ He waves his hand towards the bouquet. ]
Be gentle with them. Lamp grass isn't native here.
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I'll need to find a suitable vase. Where did you manage to find these?
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[ He actually got them straight from the Goddess, so he's deliberate in his non-answer. ]
But I did say that I would propose with better flowers, so here they are.
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