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[chopoffyourhead]

[A nod of confirmation.]

That's true. But neither of us are the people we were before.

[Floyd has become gentler and more empathetic. Riddle has become calmer and less regimented. With their extremes softened, they actually complemented each other quite well.

There's a soft, amused noise at the next part, and he kisses Floyd's jaw.]

Well, I certainly wouldn't be opposed to a bit of roughhousing. But I also meant... simply the way you've talked about me and to me. The way you've reacted to my displays of skill and strength.

You make me feel as if I could take on this entire city.

[eelusive]

[Floyd has a long way to go with empathy, but at least he can sit through a conversation like this without calling it cringey. And at least he can look at a flower and want to give it to Riddle not because it’s pretty, but because he genuinely thinks Riddle will want it.

Matters of the heart sure do take a lot out of an eel though… With a hum, Floyd rests his chin on Riddle’s shoulder.]

You’ve always been a strong goldfish.

[A pause to yawn, and it’s clear he’s barely holding on to consciousness]

You’d burn the whole city down… Mmn… ‘n lemme watch…

[chopoffyourhead]

[A softened chuckle as he gives a squeeze to the one holding him, feeling rather drowsy himself. He presses a kiss to Floyd's cheek.]

How about you sleep with me tonight?

[eelusive]

Mmn… ‘kay.

[Floyd nuzzles into Riddle’s neck, clearly not opposed to this idea. Lately it seems he sleeps everywhere but in his own bed most nights.

Flopping over onto his side, Floyd tries to take Riddle with him so they can situate and cozy up.]

‘s quiet…

[he mumbles, his heartbeat steady. For once, it seems, the noise in his head is settling down, even if only for a moment.]

[chopoffyourhead]

[A small noise of surprise escapes when Floyd flops over like that, but then he gives a contented hum as he cuddles close.

He listens to that heartbeat slowing down, finding the sound incredibly soothing.

He murmurs:]

Goodnight, my Moray.