He kept most of his weight on one hand, as they were still sitting on the floor, and he didn't want to fall on top of Lance and potentially make any remaining injuries worse, but carefully looped his free hand around Lance's waist, completing the circuit in a way.
He felt a little better about this, as the response had been positive so far, but that didn't mean he wanted to push too hard, or, for that matter, reinjure his...
Well, what were they now? His brain got in the way of the moment again, and he pulled back.]
But the smile was contagious, and Keith smiled back. Not as big as Lance, but Lance was the more expressive one... and Keith was definitely still blushing a little.]
Yeah. Yeah, I'm okay with it.
[He also hadn't removed his arm from around Lance's waist, but it didn't really feel awkward, so he saw no reason to.]
[He looked confused at the phrasing, but couldn't help a small chuckle back. Lance making himself laugh was kind of amusing to Keith, so it was all good.
He closed his eyes and leaned his forehead against Lance's.]
Thanks...
[Dealing with all the thoughts and emotions swirling around possible rejection for what he was figuring out about himself had been really stressful. Lance's unconditional acceptance came as a huge relief, and a bonus deepening of their relationship. It lifted a lot of the weight he'd been carrying off his shoulders.]
You don't have to thank me, Keith. Seriously, I should be thanking you for giving me a chance with you. I know I'm not exactly ideal but...it really means a heck of a lot.
[He enjoys the closeness, the shared warmth they're basking in. Because, hey. If someone he's always secretly admired and looked up to can like a guy like him, maybe he isn't so bad.]
[He takes his hand, hauling himself up, but doesn't let go. Sorry, Keith, Lance is kind of sappy when it comes to stuff like this and you're gonna have to get used to this too.]
[Keith quirked an eyebrow, but smiled all the same.]
Dork.
[Though, his tone was more affectionate than usual. He sat Lance down on the bed, and then sat next to him.]
Should we tell anyone else?
[One of the things that had been impressed on them early was to avoid secrets with each other to make sure the bonds between them remained strong, or it could affect the way Voltron functioned as a unit. Not that the others wouldn't eventually figure it out anyway, considering there were only seven of them in the castle, Keith wasn't sure he wanted to share right away. He liked the idea of being a little secretive.]
I'm more than happy to show you off to everyone as my boyfriend. But it's all about what you're comfortable with. I don't mind either way as long as you're happy.
[He gives him a little kiss on the cheek. Well, if they do that mind bonding exercise again, his mind might wander, though.]
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He kept most of his weight on one hand, as they were still sitting on the floor, and he didn't want to fall on top of Lance and potentially make any remaining injuries worse, but carefully looped his free hand around Lance's waist, completing the circuit in a way.
He felt a little better about this, as the response had been positive so far, but that didn't mean he wanted to push too hard, or, for that matter, reinjure his...
Well, what were they now? His brain got in the way of the moment again, and he pulled back.]
Does this mean we're... boyfriends now?
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If you're okay with that, I'd really, really like that.
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But the smile was contagious, and Keith smiled back. Not as big as Lance, but Lance was the more expressive one... and Keith was definitely still blushing a little.]
Yeah. Yeah, I'm okay with it.
[He also hadn't removed his arm from around Lance's waist, but it didn't really feel awkward, so he saw no reason to.]
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[He leans in for another kiss, just a quick one this time, chuckling against his lips.]
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He closed his eyes and leaned his forehead against Lance's.]
Thanks...
[Dealing with all the thoughts and emotions swirling around possible rejection for what he was figuring out about himself had been really stressful. Lance's unconditional acceptance came as a huge relief, and a bonus deepening of their relationship. It lifted a lot of the weight he'd been carrying off his shoulders.]
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[He enjoys the closeness, the shared warmth they're basking in. Because, hey. If someone he's always secretly admired and looked up to can like a guy like him, maybe he isn't so bad.]
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[That sounded kind of weird, but kind of nice to say at the same. Boyfriend... He smirked a little.]
Careful. I'll have to defend him.
KEITH YOU'RE SO CUTE
I guess you might make a pretty decent knight in shining armor.
^_^;; He's adorkable.
I hope so. We're Paladins, right?
[He moved, albeit reluctantly, and offered Lance help getting up.]
You probably shouldn't be on the floor too much.
[He had an excuse now to be openly protective...]
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[He takes his hand, hauling himself up, but doesn't let go. Sorry, Keith, Lance is kind of sappy when it comes to stuff like this and you're gonna have to get used to this too.]
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Ugh... You're gonna be like that?
[He just shook his head with a small smile. What'd he get himself into?]
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[He gives him a little kiss to the cheek, just because. No faces, Keith!]
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Dork.
[Though, his tone was more affectionate than usual. He sat Lance down on the bed, and then sat next to him.]
Should we tell anyone else?
[One of the things that had been impressed on them early was to avoid secrets with each other to make sure the bonds between them remained strong, or it could affect the way Voltron functioned as a unit. Not that the others wouldn't eventually figure it out anyway, considering there were only seven of them in the castle, Keith wasn't sure he wanted to share right away. He liked the idea of being a little secretive.]
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[He gives him a little kiss on the cheek. Well, if they do that mind bonding exercise again, his mind might wander, though.]
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I kind of like the idea of being sneaky for now.
[Keith was never one for completely following the rules anyway.]
But, if it looks like it might be an issue, then we'll come clean, okay?
[Bending a few rules was one thing, but he also didn't want to endanger the team.]
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[He gives a little snort before nudging him.]
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That could be fun.
[He nudged Lance back, leaning against him a bit.]
It would be a good challenge.
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[Pause as he thinks it over, grinning.]
Actually, I can probably make do.
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I'm sure we could find other places in the castle... Doesn't have to be a broom closet.
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[Even more grinning.]
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[Hint hint.]
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[He hums, giving Keith's temple a little kiss before whispering into his ear.]
Ever been skinny dipping before?
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N-no...
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[Totally not just because Lance is excited to see Keith naked, nope...]
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I guess?
[Naturally, he started to overthink it and worry about what Lance might think when the time came.]
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