[ Brat and your special perks, smh. Bones grumbles elbowing Jim again. ]
He's just a friend! Like you.
[ That's not a "we'll never have sex," in fact it's the opposite considering how Bones feels about Edgin, but don't worry about it. If they're just messing around, then that's good. It feels nice. Bones hasn't really had a friend like Jim... ever, if he thinks about it. Maybe in that other life? But it was Jim, wasn't it? ]
Sure, let's see it. Though for the record, Edgin pulls off sad really well.
He really does, doesn't he? Makes you want to kiss him better, right?
[He gives Bones a wink before taking a deep breath and focusing. It's obvious he's not quite got masking down as easily as some, still learning it and all. It was so easy to do it drunk but it was harder sober.
But after a moment of focusing he goes from being 21 to 30 something in age, his hair a little longer and his eyes bright human blue. He looks aged for sure, like he has life experience and weight behind his eyes and in the lines of his skin, not Edgin levels, but there is a similarity that's more noticeable now that he's a little older looking. But he's still undeniably Kirk.]
[ Bones snorts. It does make him want to kiss him better, so to speak. But in the way that he would—which is to say, by holding Edgin close and embracing him, maybe kissing the back of his neck or just... being there. He'd be so—goddammit, not the time.
Stupid Jim making him think about Edgin. The mask certainty doesn't help with that. Bones watches the change, curious despite his fake qualms. Jim is getting the hang of these things, it looks like. ]
Not bad.
[ Understatement. It's uncanny. It hadn't really occurred to Bones to think about the resemblance, but seeing it now it's undeniable. He knows they're not father and son, but damn. Is this why Bones is attracted to both of them? Is he weak for blonds with thick eyebrows and nice lips? Jim looks older than he was in his memories, too. The age looks good on him. Not that Bones will admit that.
His stare, and the way he looks Jim up and down, maybe even licks his lips, should make his real thoughts clear enough. ]
You sure you and him aren't related? 'Cause you and him could be brothers, easy. Especially like this.
[Oh, he notices the way Bones looks him up and down, the way he licks his lips.
Kirk laughs as the mask vanishes again, leaving the young Kirk there again to be seen. It's something he's still working on keeping up, he wasn't bad at it, but he still needed to practice keeping it up when he wasn't thinking about it. Masking didn't come as naturally to him as compelling did.
Maybe that says something.]
I mean, we're both from the North, who knows, maybe distantly, but no. I think I subconsciously made my mask look more like Edgin or something.
[He knows it doesn't work that way, but there.. has to be an explanation.]
Next season is animal forms, won't lie, excited to fly. Maybe you can help me with that, hm?
Pretty sure that ain't how it works, but what do I know.
[ I definitely haven't nailed down what I want Bones' mask to be, but he's not the best at Blue Court and mostly uses it to hide when he's tired, so. Like Jim, Gold Court skills came easier than Blue, but he doesn't use those much either. His identity is pretty set -- this is who he wants to be, despite everything.
Jim on the other hand, damn. Who knew he could get more attractive. Founders give him strength. He rolls his eyes at Kirk's easy confidence -- it might prove to be misplaced, but Jim knows himself better than anyone. Maybe it'll work out. ]
You're sure you're flyin', huh? I guess if you do, I could teach you a thing or two.
Yeah, but not sure why I decided I needed to age a decade. Still hot at least.
[He doesn't sound pressed about aging a decade, there wasn't much he needed to do or look like to be different. He was happy with who he was, it felt right, but the aging... that was strange. Because looking in the mirror... it felt more right than looking at the face he has now. Like he's too young.
It was weird.
But he nods.]
You best believe I'm looking to you for flying advice. You and Edgin.
[He thinks about it for a second and looks even more resolute.]
And I have to fly. I mean.. maybe it's the whole other life and being in space of all places, but... it feels like I'm meant to be closer to the stars than down here..
Maybe you're supposed to be "wise beyond your years."
[ He says that with clear sarcasm, obviously meaning you're sure as hell not, Jim. But sometimes masks really are like that. And Bones knows Jim has suffered, despite not knowing all the details. Maybe there's some truth under his sarcasm. Maybe. ]
Wouldn't surprise me. If you and me really were supposed to be up there in the stars, then flying's as close as it gets.
[ That he'll help Jim learn to fly goes without saying. He wraps that arm around Jim's waist and pulls him flush against his side. It'd be a kind gesture except he's about to tease him. ]
I'm thinkin'.... hummingbird? Sparrow? Maybe, ooh, a cardinal! Or a peacock. That'd suit you.
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Or maybe I'm supposed to know how hot I could have been.
[He laughs, clearly something a little more self deprecating than one might expect from him. But it's gone as fast as it comes and he's back on the bird thing, not giving it any thought why the idea of being wise beyond his years makes him sad. Maybe because in whatever life they will have or had he didn't get to be...
Jim is quick to wrap an arm around the man's shoulders and lean against him, smiling while he does because it was so easy with Bones. With him he doesn't feel touch starved. Maybe because they often were touching when around each other.]
As pretty as a peacock as I am, I don't think they fly fly, they like throw themselves a certain distance.
You mean how hot you're gonna be. You know some people mask 24/7, right?
[ Hmmm, did he really just say that? About Jim being hot? Don't worry about it. He saw that flash of insecurity and pain, so of course he has to shut it down. Plus it doesn't feel awkward to admit to Jim, as long as the kid doesn't fixate on it. Like this touching thing -- it's normal. It feels normal. He's not gonna question it, just focus on the bird thing so he doesn't feed Jim's ego anymore than his due. ]
They glide, Jim. And they like shakin' their big asses to get people's attention. I think you and them got a lot more in common than just your good looks.
Oh, ho? You liked that much huh? I'll keep that in mind.
[He gives Bones a grin, because he will have to focus on getting better at his mask if Bones was going to like it that much. He could do that, mask as his hotter older self for the man. He would gladly.
It would be on his priority list to get better at that.
Laughing at Bones, he shakes his head.]
Gliding isn't good enough, I need to fly, be a speck up in the sky I get so far up there. Though, has my ass shaking got your attention yet, Bones? Only good if it gets you the person you're shaking it for.
Oh, hush. It makes you look like Edgin. Maybe you oughta be thanking him for your good looks.
[ Not that that makes any sense, but teasing Jim has never had to make sense. Bones just... it feels right. And he still has his arm around Jim's waist, so he certainly doesn't think Jim looks bad like this. Far from it. ]
Oh, yeah. [ Dripping with sarcasm. ] How'd you know I had a thing for peacock bullshit? I'm definitely into you waving that thing in front of me.
[ He shoves him playfully, elbowing him in the side with a nudge. ]
He's not my dad, he didn't give me these good looks.
[He laughs, something warm and bright as he smiles. He's clearly not bothered by the teasing. In fact, he's flattered to be compared to Edgin, because the man is so handsome.]
I'll be sure to shake my tailfeathers for you some more then, have to lure in my best guy some how.
[ Bones would say something crass about how that's not surprising, considering they're fucking, but that's not his place and he's not that mean. Plus just the image of Jim and Edgin fucking is hot. Really hot.
Let's focus on the dumb bird shit instead. Bones rolls his eyes. ]
It won't be with your tail-feathers, I can tell you that much. Though if you do turn out to be a peacock, I am gonna laugh and laugh, Jim.
Oh, am I going to lure you in with my great ass instead?
[He grins before slipping out from Bones' hold, it was probably time he headed off, finals were soon and he needed to study. Maybe he could figure look up more on these memories while he's at it. Wouldn't be the first time he's snuck into the restricted section.
Laughing, he smacks Bones on the back in a friendly manner.]
If I'm a peacock, I sure as shit am gonna be the first one that flies.
Your ass better make sure it stays in one piece, otherwise we'll have words, kid.
[ It is indeed finals season, and Bones can't keep him (he knows he can't, Jim is a free spirit if there ever was one,) so he just rolls his eyes as Jim walks on past. ]
I know you won't let me hear the end of it, either way. So go on and git! You'd best keep studyin' so you can actually make it to your next season.
No promises, but I will come to you if I break it.
[He laughs and with that goes to the door, opening it to let himself out.]
Of course not! Not like you will let me hear the end of it if I becomes a peacock. [He rolls his own eyes with a smile.] And yeah yeah, I'll be by your office later, so keep the door open for me!
[WIth that he's out the door with a smile and a wave.]
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He's just a friend! Like you.
[ That's not a "we'll never have sex," in fact it's the opposite considering how Bones feels about Edgin, but don't worry about it. If they're just messing around, then that's good. It feels nice. Bones hasn't really had a friend like Jim... ever, if he thinks about it. Maybe in that other life? But it was Jim, wasn't it? ]
Sure, let's see it. Though for the record, Edgin pulls off sad really well.
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[He gives Bones a wink before taking a deep breath and focusing. It's obvious he's not quite got masking down as easily as some, still learning it and all. It was so easy to do it drunk but it was harder sober.
But after a moment of focusing he goes from being 21 to 30 something in age, his hair a little longer and his eyes bright human blue. He looks aged for sure, like he has life experience and weight behind his eyes and in the lines of his skin, not Edgin levels, but there is a similarity that's more noticeable now that he's a little older looking. But he's still undeniably Kirk.]
There, I think I got it. What do you think?
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Stupid Jim making him think about Edgin. The mask certainty doesn't help with that. Bones watches the change, curious despite his fake qualms. Jim is getting the hang of these things, it looks like. ]
Not bad.
[ Understatement. It's uncanny. It hadn't really occurred to Bones to think about the resemblance, but seeing it now it's undeniable. He knows they're not father and son, but damn. Is this why Bones is attracted to both of them? Is he weak for blonds with thick eyebrows and nice lips? Jim looks older than he was in his memories, too. The age looks good on him. Not that Bones will admit that.
His stare, and the way he looks Jim up and down, maybe even licks his lips, should make his real thoughts clear enough. ]
You sure you and him aren't related? 'Cause you and him could be brothers, easy. Especially like this.
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Kirk laughs as the mask vanishes again, leaving the young Kirk there again to be seen. It's something he's still working on keeping up, he wasn't bad at it, but he still needed to practice keeping it up when he wasn't thinking about it. Masking didn't come as naturally to him as compelling did.
Maybe that says something.]
I mean, we're both from the North, who knows, maybe distantly, but no. I think I subconsciously made my mask look more like Edgin or something.
[He knows it doesn't work that way, but there.. has to be an explanation.]
Next season is animal forms, won't lie, excited to fly. Maybe you can help me with that, hm?
[He's just so damn certain he's gonna be a bird.]
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[ I definitely haven't nailed down what I want Bones' mask to be, but he's not the best at Blue Court and mostly uses it to hide when he's tired, so. Like Jim, Gold Court skills came easier than Blue, but he doesn't use those much either. His identity is pretty set -- this is who he wants to be, despite everything.
Jim on the other hand, damn. Who knew he could get more attractive. Founders give him strength. He rolls his eyes at Kirk's easy confidence -- it might prove to be misplaced, but Jim knows himself better than anyone. Maybe it'll work out. ]
You're sure you're flyin', huh? I guess if you do, I could teach you a thing or two.
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[He doesn't sound pressed about aging a decade, there wasn't much he needed to do or look like to be different. He was happy with who he was, it felt right, but the aging... that was strange. Because looking in the mirror... it felt more right than looking at the face he has now. Like he's too young.
It was weird.
But he nods.]
You best believe I'm looking to you for flying advice. You and Edgin.
[He thinks about it for a second and looks even more resolute.]
And I have to fly. I mean.. maybe it's the whole other life and being in space of all places, but... it feels like I'm meant to be closer to the stars than down here..
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[ He says that with clear sarcasm, obviously meaning you're sure as hell not, Jim. But sometimes masks really are like that. And Bones knows Jim has suffered, despite not knowing all the details. Maybe there's some truth under his sarcasm. Maybe. ]
Wouldn't surprise me. If you and me really were supposed to be up there in the stars, then flying's as close as it gets.
[ That he'll help Jim learn to fly goes without saying. He wraps that arm around Jim's waist and pulls him flush against his side. It'd be a kind gesture except he's about to tease him. ]
I'm thinkin'.... hummingbird? Sparrow? Maybe, ooh, a cardinal! Or a peacock. That'd suit you.
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[He laughs, clearly something a little more self deprecating than one might expect from him. But it's gone as fast as it comes and he's back on the bird thing, not giving it any thought why the idea of being wise beyond his years makes him sad. Maybe because in whatever life they will have or had he didn't get to be...
Jim is quick to wrap an arm around the man's shoulders and lean against him, smiling while he does because it was so easy with Bones. With him he doesn't feel touch starved. Maybe because they often were touching when around each other.]
As pretty as a peacock as I am, I don't think they fly fly, they like throw themselves a certain distance.
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[ Hmmm, did he really just say that? About Jim being hot? Don't worry about it. He saw that flash of insecurity and pain, so of course he has to shut it down. Plus it doesn't feel awkward to admit to Jim, as long as the kid doesn't fixate on it. Like this touching thing -- it's normal. It feels normal. He's not gonna question it, just focus on the bird thing so he doesn't feed Jim's ego anymore than his due. ]
They glide, Jim. And they like shakin' their big asses to get people's attention. I think you and them got a lot more in common than just your good looks.
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[He gives Bones a grin, because he will have to focus on getting better at his mask if Bones was going to like it that much. He could do that, mask as his hotter older self for the man. He would gladly.
It would be on his priority list to get better at that.
Laughing at Bones, he shakes his head.]
Gliding isn't good enough, I need to fly, be a speck up in the sky I get so far up there. Though, has my ass shaking got your attention yet, Bones? Only good if it gets you the person you're shaking it for.
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[ Not that that makes any sense, but teasing Jim has never had to make sense. Bones just... it feels right. And he still has his arm around Jim's waist, so he certainly doesn't think Jim looks bad like this. Far from it. ]
Oh, yeah. [ Dripping with sarcasm. ] How'd you know I had a thing for peacock bullshit? I'm definitely into you waving that thing in front of me.
[ He shoves him playfully, elbowing him in the side with a nudge. ]
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[He laughs, something warm and bright as he smiles. He's clearly not bothered by the teasing. In fact, he's flattered to be compared to Edgin, because the man is so handsome.]
I'll be sure to shake my tailfeathers for you some more then, have to lure in my best guy some how.
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[ Bones would say something crass about how that's not surprising, considering they're fucking, but that's not his place and he's not that mean. Plus just the image of Jim and Edgin fucking is hot. Really hot.
Let's focus on the dumb bird shit instead. Bones rolls his eyes. ]
It won't be with your tail-feathers, I can tell you that much. Though if you do turn out to be a peacock, I am gonna laugh and laugh, Jim.
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[He grins before slipping out from Bones' hold, it was probably time he headed off, finals were soon and he needed to study. Maybe he could figure look up more on these memories while he's at it. Wouldn't be the first time he's snuck into the restricted section.
Laughing, he smacks Bones on the back in a friendly manner.]
If I'm a peacock, I sure as shit am gonna be the first one that flies.
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[ It is indeed finals season, and Bones can't keep him (he knows he can't, Jim is a free spirit if there ever was one,) so he just rolls his eyes as Jim walks on past. ]
I know you won't let me hear the end of it, either way. So go on and git! You'd best keep studyin' so you can actually make it to your next season.
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[He laughs and with that goes to the door, opening it to let himself out.]
Of course not! Not like you will let me hear the end of it if I becomes a peacock. [He rolls his own eyes with a smile.] And yeah yeah, I'll be by your office later, so keep the door open for me!
[WIth that he's out the door with a smile and a wave.]