(Kites)
Kites was glad that Mia was receptive having realized that he has been a bit cold towards her, not just today, but before also.? They can hash out their feelings later though.? Right now, more than anything, everyone needed some comfort, maybe even space to process things.? No one was prepared for this, not even Brandon who so stoically held in his emotions.? It didn't help that that he now became the defacto leader.? The level of pressure that was suddenly placed on Brandon's shoulders was not something that Kites could even begin to sympathize with.? But that was not something he wanted to think about.? Macamber said that they could go, so Kites twined his hand with Gen's and pulled her to him as they headed out of the conference room.
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"Thank you, Ms. Macamber," the winged youth said to the security lady, but just before the door shut behind them, Kites froze when he heard her mention Raine.? It couldn't be, could it?? How many Raine's were there at this place?? He only knew of one, the man who was gracious enough to advise Kites in his moment of need.? Could they be the same person?? The Raine he knew didn't mention anything about a brother.? Then again, he knew nothing about this stranger who just so happened to be on the roof same as him.? Curious, but not something that he felt was so urgent to take his attention away from Gen.
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When they got to the communal space, Kites pulled Gen into his embrace as he held her to his chest, then spread his wings and flew up to the second floor, pressing on the door panel which recognized him and opened the door.? Once inside, he carried her to the bed and gently laid her down, placing pillows behind her back and neck for support.
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"Can I get you anything?? Would you like some tea, juice or water?? Perhaps a sandwich or two?" Kites asked as he sat down on the edge of the bed, his hand going up to move a few stray hairs off of Gen's face, then cradled her cheek, his thumb idly rubbing over her cheek.? "If you prefer, you could just sleep and I can busy myself with something else...? Unless you want me beside you that is..."? His cheeks flushed, though he no intention of suggesting anything remotely beyond just comfort cuddling.
(Gen)
"Actually..." Gen said, thinking about it for the first time since she'd been brought back from the lighthouse, "actually I'm starving.? Absolutely starving."? She said without even a hint that she was joking - she could feel her body demanding nourishment and nutrients, threatening to rebel if she didn't listen.? The androgyne looked to Kites in total seriousness.? "Food now, please.? Whatever you've got and however much you've got.? After that.." she hesitated, then reached up to touch the winged youth's cheek "...some sleep.? But I'd like you next to me.? If you don't mind, that is."? Her face was in turmoil as conflicting emotions seemed to play behind her eyes.? "I really don't want to be alone right now."
Tag - Kites
