Kihel @black-spasmodic - Tumblr Blog

No one ever draws Arthur Morgan fat :(

Ooc: 🤨

god spring sucks.

i’m shedding my winter coat and now every time I shift in my sleep my sheets are full of fur.

#ooc: i step away from my phone from one minute and all of a sudden Camelopardalis is teaching anons systemic racism #i love this fandom

Also it sticks to everything.

Case in point.

My house.

dis-generation

[They see a new girl walk into class. Her eyes searching for invisible threats. Her hands and wings touching as if ready to run. She sits by them as she nods softly in greeting]

((Ooc: pronoun correction sorry))

-🪶📚

OOC: I'm gonna use this ask as a fun fact!

Kihel uses all pronouns!

strained-serenity

Why does everyone hate demons? You aren’t doing anything..

I fear the answer is a lot more complicated than you might want it to be. It is much more than just hate. It's a complex issue that's been around for years.

To give people a common enemy to fight against to unify communities.

To place to blame on someone to avoid the really problem.

A feeling of superiority.

Disgust.

Ignorant that makes it seem like we're foul or vile.

Sometimes, there is no reason.

dis-generation

...

......

I caved

This was not the plan

#you're telling me a garlic fried this rice? /ref /j #pack it up peanut gallery

What did you end up making for dinner?

Chaliapin steak, lobster, garlic fried rice, and grilled asparagus.

#OOC: HELLO???#🤨#if you got something to say #say it

Wyd?

Hopefully Tank and Sam soon.

Wyd?

Hopefully Tank and Sam soon.

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What did you end up making for dinner?

Chaliapin steak, lobster, garlic fried rice, and grilled asparagus.

#kihel 🔊#redacted asmr #redacted audio #redacted rp blog #redacted imperium #redacted oc #redacted rp #redacted oc roleplay #redacted roleplay

Ohh that's a good point. I guess that means after your last sunset and Tank's last night, Sam will have his first sunrise in a long, long time

Sunrise trio 😌

Okay that's actually kinda sweet....

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knock knock, cowboy

if you don’t open up i will be sneaking in through your window

- @the-other-pack-member

The window??

Do not— whatever, just come in.

[They walk in, closing the door behind them, and start kicking off their boots at the door]

Hey Sam!

Good to see you again darlin’.

[He seems to be holding back a laugh as he leads them further inside.]

yeah good to see you too, cowboy…

god it smells so good in here

Mmhm, that’ll be Kihel’s cookin’, said he’s makin’ surf n’ turf.

Definitely weird havin’ to use my kitchen more often, but I don’t mind it.

ha! yeah i swear your kitchen is more stocked then mine is, and i actually have to eat food.

you both are pretty good cooks though, so at least the food isn’t going to waste.

…We’ll work on that one.

Either way, I guess you got lucky hangin’ around a pair of chefs didn’t ya then?

there’s a lot of reasons i’m lucky you guys keep me around… but the free food is pretty high up on that list. can’t lie about that part.

A list? Well what’s the highest thing supposed to be?

well i could tell you, but if your ego gets too big lord knows how much shit you’ll give me.

Didn’t know takin’ big things would be a probl—

Can’t be any worse than what you already put up with from me, can it?

watch it cowboy, before i show you how good at taking i am

maybe not, but i’m not trying to find out… not yet anyways.

What’s not yet supposed to mean—?

And careful bluffin darlin’, I might just hold you to it.

it means not yet. maybe another time…

anyways should we go in there and distract– i mean keep him company while he’s cooking?

Sure, but don’t distract him too much I like havin’ my house in one piece.

i’ll put out any fires, promise. come on–

[They grab Sam’s hand and pull him into the kitchen with them]

i heard you needed taste testers and here we are, you’re welcome in advance~

@black-spasmodic

Well if it isn't the love birds~

I'll be nice and let you two taste one thing.

oh har, har

[They hop up to sit on the counter, still holding Sam’s hand]

how very generous of you

I still have ears, I could hear you two.

it wasn’t anything like that calm down…

[He rolled his eyes at them both, also forgetting to let go of their hand once they sat down.]

I’m very certain you both have said worse right in front of me, let alone for me to hear from a distance.

We know... you put up with far too much of our bullshit.

( @the-other-pack-member )

yeah you do, but if i didn’t know any better i’d say you like our bullshit

I’m not anywhere I don’t wanna be. Plus I ain’t much of a saint either, and you’re both still here, so.

When did you two last eat?

Like... two days ago?

two days??

what the fuck Kihel even i ate earlier than that!

It’s sooner than last time, I’ll take the win.

@black-spasmodic

It's not like I'm doing it on purpose... I just get too caught up, yknow?

I go to the casino, grab a meal, get an assignment, and I get so worked up on the work part that by the time I'm finishes I'm just too damn tired to even eat.

i know that your work is important to you, but your health should come before that

god i sound like Sam…

Okay first of all I’m right here.

But yeah they’re right, it’s not as easy to do your best work if you’re runnin’ on less fuel. If you are too tired to make it you can just ask me to.

It's fine, I don't wanna interrupt your... dentistry...?

pfft-

but Sam’s right. you need to eat, and at least one of us will always be able to help. i can’t cook worth a shit, but i know how to place a mobile order or i can always bring you something.

If my work’s not more important than my health, it certainly isn’t more important than yours.

@black-spasmodic

I know, I know, I need to get better at eating or whatever...

[Tank reaches over with their non-occupied hand and pinches Kihel]

don’t be a smartass

[He tilts his head slightly at them.]

Pot meet kettle.

Let's maybe not pinch the guy holding a sharp knife.

And it's covered in garlic and lemon juice so you know this shit would sting like a motherfucker.

alright, alright, backing off.

but i will admit knowing you haven’t eaten in days makes all the fancy ass food make sense. at first i thought you were just trying to butter me up for something.

[He looks like he’s holding back a laugh for a moment but snaps himself out of it.]

It does, but you did conveniently dodge the question of when you last ate, so could be for more than one reason.

And when he says that he means food that isn't just instant noodles that'll send you into an early grave.

for your information i ate yesterday… and instant noodles are convenient, and shitty food is still better than eating nothing!

and if you’re so worried about my eating habits, then you can set me on the right path by giving me that taste test i was promised.

Hm, I’ll take what I can get outta you two.

[He stifles a laugh before looking curiously over at the food Kihel was making.]

[There's minced garlic, chives, and other herbs on the cutting board and garlic fried rice in a big bowl]

Both of you grab clean spoons and you better not contaminate that rice with yalls spit.

huh i thought swapping spit wouldn’t be an issue for you…

alright i’ll play by your rules. Sammy, grab me a spoon?

[He instinctively covers his mouth with the back of his free hand, trying not to laugh too much at the werewolf’s comment.]

Alright, yes sir.

[He answers Kihel before grabbing tank and himself a spoon.]

“Sammy”’s a new one.

[He pointed out while he held out their spoon to them.]

If I'm gonna swap spit with you two I'm not doing it with rice.

Yeah, the rice is still hot so be careful. Tell me how it taste just in case I need to adjust anything...

huh yeah… guess it just slipped out? don’t worry, i still haven’t retired “cowboy” yet~

[They take the spoon from Sam and scoop up some of the rice, shoving it into their mouth]

…mhf holy shit that’s so good

[He side eyes them briefly before plating up some of the food for himself.]

Plannin’ to burn your taste buds off?

I said it was hot, blow, Tank.

( @the-other-pack-member )

oh i’ll blow you… i didn’t think that through before i said it

it wasn’t that hot, my taste buds are fine, thriving even.

Guess that’s one way to say thank you for dinner.

[He said as he blew on his own food.]

Jesus Christ...

@the-other-pack-member

i didn’t mean it like– oh whatever…

[They roll their eyes]

but seriously it’s good, thanks for cooking Kihel. and thank you both for letting me third wheel you

[He seems hesitant for a second as he glances between both Kihel and Tank.]

We’re always happy to have you over.

You're not a third wheel... we l-

... we care about you a lot, Tank...

[They cock their head to the side, eyebrows furrowing a little]

i… i know. you guys have never really made me feel like a third wheel either.

sorry, i was just kidding. i didn’t mean to make you feel weird or anything.

No you’re fine you’re not makin’ anythin’ weird, it’s just… we’ve been dancin’ around just how much you mean to us for a while now. Least I have.

But I don’t wanna do that anymore.

[He tilts his head back slightly, trying to find his words while gazing at the ceiling.]

We um... me and Sam- christ, I'm getting all choked up about this...

@the-other-pack-member

hey… it’s alright. you can take your time, i’m not going anywhere.

whenever you’re ready, i’m ready to listen

[They squeeze Sam’s hand a little tighter, and move to rest their other hand on Kihel’s arm]

Now would be a great time to have a way with words… ‘specially with somethin’ that feels this complicated but I- guess I’ll do the best with what I’ve got.

I can’t… call what I feel for you platonic anymore.

I wasn’t sure at first. I mean I’m already with Kihel and you’ve met ‘em yourself, they’re perfect.

[He chuckles softly as he looks at Kihel briefly, his anxious expression returning to something calmer once he manages to tear his eyes away.]

Makes my heart race plenty all on his own. But then we saw each other more, and we talked more, and we got closer. And there were those same feelin’s… somehow every minute together just wasn’t enough, but also everythin’ I needed to make it through each day.

And that terrifies me a little. Havin’ not one but two people that make me feel whole again and like the cruel world I grew up knowin’ ain’t all that bad. I didn’t even have to say how I felt for it to start bein’ used against me— what with Alexis just… showin’ up and doin’ what she does.

Fear’s taken too much from me though. When we’re all together, any nerves I might have just fade into the background. I’m not bein’ judged, or crucified, or mocked I’m bein’ seen for who I am it’s… safe. I could even call it home…

You both are so— brave, and beautiful, and kind, and gentle.. after everythin’ you’ve been through I don’t know how you still find it in yourselves to keep standin’, but I’m in awe. I wish you could see yourselves through my eyes for a day whenever you doubt your worth.

I always mourned never bein’ able to feel the sun on my skin again, but bein’ with y’all feels like the sun never left.

Fucking A, Sam you're gonna make me cry-

[He can feel his throat closing up, and he's shaking and trembling hard]

But he's right, Tank. You're a fucking joy to be around and I don't think I'd still be here here without you two. And I'm pretty sure I've gotten teased over a hundred times with how much I smile at my phone whenever I get a text from you two.

Hell, I even smile just thinking about you two.

You make me feel less... filthy on the inside.. make those twisted thoughts quiet down...

How you guys put up with me and all the weird, borderline unlucky bullshit that comes with is beyond me. But I'm grateful.

For Sam and for you, Tank.

oh…

[Their voice breaks and their eyes become misty, though they quickly try to blink any tears away]

i didn’t think you guys would feel that way. not about me, at least. you’re both just… you’re so fucking wonderful.

you guys took me in from the cold and warmed me right back up. both metaphorically and literally in this case… you showed me kindness. reminded me that kindness doesn’t have to be conditional, or come at a price. that gentleness can exist without hurt. that it should.

you two make me feel so happy, and safe… and yeah, you made me feel like i’m home when Dahlia hadn’t felt like home in a really long time. hell, i would probably be back on the road again and a million miles from here if it wasn’t for you two making me feel like there’s a reason to stay.

when i’m with both of you, i feel like there’s pop rocks in my chest and electricity in my veins. that really scared me for a while, but i still couldn’t even bring myself to run from it like i always do, because just being around you makes me feel better, like maybe i’m not as damaged as i think. i don’t know what i did to deserve all of that sweetness, but i’m so grateful for it.

i’m… i’m not really good with feelings or understanding what things “mean”, but know that i want to stay with you. for as long as you want me, in whatever capacity you want me, you’ve got me.

[He blows out a big shaky breath and rubs away at his own glistening silver eyes before laughing again.]

Oh I am never gonna hear the end of this.

[He mumbles to himself before offering his arms out to both of them for an embrace. His face has softened — like he’s yearned to hold them both for a while now.]

#kihel 🔊#redacted asmr #redacted audio #redacted rp blog #redacted imperium #redacted oc #redacted rp #redacted oc roleplay #redacted roleplay

[It takes less than a second for Them to hug him tight, (probably already soaking his shirt)]

Sunrise trio

Who? Me, Tank, and Sam?

Because Sam's a vampire, my pfp is a sunset, and Tank is a wolf, and wolves are nocturnal.

knock knock, cowboy

if you don’t open up i will be sneaking in through your window

- @the-other-pack-member

The window??

Do not— whatever, just come in.

[They walk in, closing the door behind them, and start kicking off their boots at the door]

Hey Sam!

Good to see you again darlin’.

[He seems to be holding back a laugh as he leads them further inside.]

yeah good to see you too, cowboy…

god it smells so good in here

Mmhm, that’ll be Kihel’s cookin’, said he’s makin’ surf n’ turf.

Definitely weird havin’ to use my kitchen more often, but I don’t mind it.

ha! yeah i swear your kitchen is more stocked then mine is, and i actually have to eat food.

you both are pretty good cooks though, so at least the food isn’t going to waste.

…We’ll work on that one.

Either way, I guess you got lucky hangin’ around a pair of chefs didn’t ya then?

there’s a lot of reasons i’m lucky you guys keep me around… but the free food is pretty high up on that list. can’t lie about that part.

A list? Well what’s the highest thing supposed to be?

well i could tell you, but if your ego gets too big lord knows how much shit you’ll give me.

Didn’t know takin’ big things would be a probl—

Can’t be any worse than what you already put up with from me, can it?

watch it cowboy, before i show you how good at taking i am

maybe not, but i’m not trying to find out… not yet anyways.

What’s not yet supposed to mean—?

And careful bluffin darlin’, I might just hold you to it.

it means not yet. maybe another time…

anyways should we go in there and distract– i mean keep him company while he’s cooking?

Sure, but don’t distract him too much I like havin’ my house in one piece.

i’ll put out any fires, promise. come on–

[They grab Sam’s hand and pull him into the kitchen with them]

i heard you needed taste testers and here we are, you’re welcome in advance~

@black-spasmodic

Well if it isn't the love birds~

I'll be nice and let you two taste one thing.

oh har, har

[They hop up to sit on the counter, still holding Sam’s hand]

how very generous of you

I still have ears, I could hear you two.

it wasn’t anything like that calm down…

[He rolled his eyes at them both, also forgetting to let go of their hand once they sat down.]

I’m very certain you both have said worse right in front of me, let alone for me to hear from a distance.

We know... you put up with far too much of our bullshit.

( @the-other-pack-member )

yeah you do, but if i didn’t know any better i’d say you like our bullshit

I’m not anywhere I don’t wanna be. Plus I ain’t much of a saint either, and you’re both still here, so.

When did you two last eat?

Like... two days ago?

two days??

what the fuck Kihel even i ate earlier than that!

It’s sooner than last time, I’ll take the win.

@black-spasmodic

It's not like I'm doing it on purpose... I just get too caught up, yknow?

I go to the casino, grab a meal, get an assignment, and I get so worked up on the work part that by the time I'm finishes I'm just too damn tired to even eat.

i know that your work is important to you, but your health should come before that

god i sound like Sam…

Okay first of all I’m right here.

But yeah they’re right, it’s not as easy to do your best work if you’re runnin’ on less fuel. If you are too tired to make it you can just ask me to.

It's fine, I don't wanna interrupt your... dentistry...?

pfft-

but Sam’s right. you need to eat, and at least one of us will always be able to help. i can’t cook worth a shit, but i know how to place a mobile order or i can always bring you something.

If my work’s not more important than my health, it certainly isn’t more important than yours.

@black-spasmodic

I know, I know, I need to get better at eating or whatever...

[Tank reaches over with their non-occupied hand and pinches Kihel]

don’t be a smartass

[He tilts his head slightly at them.]

Pot meet kettle.

Let's maybe not pinch the guy holding a sharp knife.

And it's covered in garlic and lemon juice so you know this shit would sting like a motherfucker.

alright, alright, backing off.

but i will admit knowing you haven’t eaten in days makes all the fancy ass food make sense. at first i thought you were just trying to butter me up for something.

[He looks like he’s holding back a laugh for a moment but snaps himself out of it.]

It does, but you did conveniently dodge the question of when you last ate, so could be for more than one reason.

And when he says that he means food that isn't just instant noodles that'll send you into an early grave.

for your information i ate yesterday… and instant noodles are convenient, and shitty food is still better than eating nothing!

and if you’re so worried about my eating habits, then you can set me on the right path by giving me that taste test i was promised.

Hm, I’ll take what I can get outta you two.

[He stifles a laugh before looking curiously over at the food Kihel was making.]

[There's minced garlic, chives, and other herbs on the cutting board and garlic fried rice in a big bowl]

Both of you grab clean spoons and you better not contaminate that rice with yalls spit.

huh i thought swapping spit wouldn’t be an issue for you…

alright i’ll play by your rules. Sammy, grab me a spoon?

[He instinctively covers his mouth with the back of his free hand, trying not to laugh too much at the werewolf’s comment.]

Alright, yes sir.

[He answers Kihel before grabbing tank and himself a spoon.]

“Sammy”’s a new one.

[He pointed out while he held out their spoon to them.]

If I'm gonna swap spit with you two I'm not doing it with rice.

Yeah, the rice is still hot so be careful. Tell me how it taste just in case I need to adjust anything...

huh yeah… guess it just slipped out? don’t worry, i still haven’t retired “cowboy” yet~

[They take the spoon from Sam and scoop up some of the rice, shoving it into their mouth]

…mhf holy shit that’s so good

[He side eyes them briefly before plating up some of the food for himself.]

Plannin’ to burn your taste buds off?

I said it was hot, blow, Tank.

( @the-other-pack-member )

oh i’ll blow you… i didn’t think that through before i said it

it wasn’t that hot, my taste buds are fine, thriving even.

Guess that’s one way to say thank you for dinner.

[He said as he blew on his own food.]

Jesus Christ...

@the-other-pack-member

i didn’t mean it like– oh whatever…

[They roll their eyes]

but seriously it’s good, thanks for cooking Kihel. and thank you both for letting me third wheel you

[He seems hesitant for a second as he glances between both Kihel and Tank.]

We’re always happy to have you over.

You're not a third wheel... we l-

... we care about you a lot, Tank...

[They cock their head to the side, eyebrows furrowing a little]

i… i know. you guys have never really made me feel like a third wheel either.

sorry, i was just kidding. i didn’t mean to make you feel weird or anything.

No you’re fine you’re not makin’ anythin’ weird, it’s just… we’ve been dancin’ around just how much you mean to us for a while now. Least I have.

But I don’t wanna do that anymore.

[He tilts his head back slightly, trying to find his words while gazing at the ceiling.]

We um... me and Sam- christ, I'm getting all choked up about this...

@the-other-pack-member

hey… it’s alright. you can take your time, i’m not going anywhere.

whenever you’re ready, i’m ready to listen

[They squeeze Sam’s hand a little tighter, and move to rest their other hand on Kihel’s arm]

Now would be a great time to have a way with words… ‘specially with somethin’ that feels this complicated but I- guess I’ll do the best with what I’ve got.

I can’t… call what I feel for you platonic anymore.

I wasn’t sure at first. I mean I’m already with Kihel and you’ve met ‘em yourself, they’re perfect.

[He chuckles softly as he looks at Kihel briefly, his anxious expression returning to something calmer once he manages to tear his eyes away.]

I always mourned never bein’ able to feel the sun on my skin again, but bein’ with y’all feels like the sun never left.

Fucking A, Sam you're gonna make me cry-

[He can feel his throat closing up, and he's shaking and trembling hard]

Hell, I even smile just thinking about you two.

You make me feel less... filthy on the inside.. make those twisted thoughts quiet down...

How you guys put up with me and all the weird, borderline unlucky bullshit that comes with is beyond me. But I'm grateful.

For Sam and for you, Tank.

oh…

[Their voice breaks and their eyes become misty, though they quickly try to blink any tears away]

i didn’t think you guys would feel that way. not about me, at least. you’re both just… you’re so fucking wonderful.

#i saw you use a lana parrilla gif like two or three times im a row and i just thought #wow they really like once upon a time

... okay now I'm actually gonna cry-

@imperium-sam

all-bite-no-bark-shaw

Did the mating bond die in you too when you turned?

Not completely.

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all-bite-no-bark-shaw

Did the mating bond die in you too when you turned?

Not completely.

grilledcheezy92

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knock knock, cowboy

if you don’t open up i will be sneaking in through your window

- @the-other-pack-member

The window??

Do not— whatever, just come in.

[They walk in, closing the door behind them, and start kicking off their boots at the door]

Hey Sam!

Good to see you again darlin’.

[He seems to be holding back a laugh as he leads them further inside.]

yeah good to see you too, cowboy…

god it smells so good in here

Mmhm, that’ll be Kihel’s cookin’, said he’s makin’ surf n’ turf.

Definitely weird havin’ to use my kitchen more often, but I don’t mind it.

ha! yeah i swear your kitchen is more stocked then mine is, and i actually have to eat food.

you both are pretty good cooks though, so at least the food isn’t going to waste.

…We’ll work on that one.

Either way, I guess you got lucky hangin’ around a pair of chefs didn’t ya then?

there’s a lot of reasons i’m lucky you guys keep me around… but the free food is pretty high up on that list. can’t lie about that part.

A list? Well what’s the highest thing supposed to be?

well i could tell you, but if your ego gets too big lord knows how much shit you’ll give me.

Didn’t know takin’ big things would be a probl—

Can’t be any worse than what you already put up with from me, can it?

watch it cowboy, before i show you how good at taking i am

maybe not, but i’m not trying to find out… not yet anyways.

What’s not yet supposed to mean—?

And careful bluffin darlin’, I might just hold you to it.

it means not yet. maybe another time…

anyways should we go in there and distract– i mean keep him company while he’s cooking?

Sure, but don’t distract him too much I like havin’ my house in one piece.

i’ll put out any fires, promise. come on–

[They grab Sam’s hand and pull him into the kitchen with them]

i heard you needed taste testers and here we are, you’re welcome in advance~

@black-spasmodic

Well if it isn't the love birds~

I'll be nice and let you two taste one thing.

oh har, har

[They hop up to sit on the counter, still holding Sam’s hand]

how very generous of you

I still have ears, I could hear you two.

it wasn’t anything like that calm down…

[He rolled his eyes at them both, also forgetting to let go of their hand once they sat down.]

I’m very certain you both have said worse right in front of me, let alone for me to hear from a distance.

We know... you put up with far too much of our bullshit.

( @the-other-pack-member )

yeah you do, but if i didn’t know any better i’d say you like our bullshit

I’m not anywhere I don’t wanna be. Plus I ain’t much of a saint either, and you’re both still here, so.

When did you two last eat?

Like... two days ago?

two days??

what the fuck Kihel even i ate earlier than that!

It’s sooner than last time, I’ll take the win.

@black-spasmodic

It's not like I'm doing it on purpose... I just get too caught up, yknow?

I go to the casino, grab a meal, get an assignment, and I get so worked up on the work part that by the time I'm finishes I'm just too damn tired to even eat.

i know that your work is important to you, but your health should come before that

god i sound like Sam…

Okay first of all I’m right here.

But yeah they’re right, it’s not as easy to do your best work if you’re runnin’ on less fuel. If you are too tired to make it you can just ask me to.

It's fine, I don't wanna interrupt your... dentistry...?

pfft-

but Sam’s right. you need to eat, and at least one of us will always be able to help. i can’t cook worth a shit, but i know how to place a mobile order or i can always bring you something.

If my work’s not more important than my health, it certainly isn’t more important than yours.

@black-spasmodic

I know, I know, I need to get better at eating or whatever...

[Tank reaches over with their non-occupied hand and pinches Kihel]

don’t be a smartass

[He tilts his head slightly at them.]

Pot meet kettle.

Let's maybe not pinch the guy holding a sharp knife.

And it's covered in garlic and lemon juice so you know this shit would sting like a motherfucker.

alright, alright, backing off.

but i will admit knowing you haven’t eaten in days makes all the fancy ass food make sense. at first i thought you were just trying to butter me up for something.

[He looks like he’s holding back a laugh for a moment but snaps himself out of it.]

It does, but you did conveniently dodge the question of when you last ate, so could be for more than one reason.

And when he says that he means food that isn't just instant noodles that'll send you into an early grave.

for your information i ate yesterday… and instant noodles are convenient, and shitty food is still better than eating nothing!

and if you’re so worried about my eating habits, then you can set me on the right path by giving me that taste test i was promised.

Hm, I’ll take what I can get outta you two.

[He stifles a laugh before looking curiously over at the food Kihel was making.]

[There's minced garlic, chives, and other herbs on the cutting board and garlic fried rice in a big bowl]

Both of you grab clean spoons and you better not contaminate that rice with yalls spit.

huh i thought swapping spit wouldn’t be an issue for you…

alright i’ll play by your rules. Sammy, grab me a spoon?

[He instinctively covers his mouth with the back of his free hand, trying not to laugh too much at the werewolf’s comment.]

Alright, yes sir.

[He answers Kihel before grabbing tank and himself a spoon.]

“Sammy”’s a new one.

[He pointed out while he held out their spoon to them.]

If I'm gonna swap spit with you two I'm not doing it with rice.

Yeah, the rice is still hot so be careful. Tell me how it taste just in case I need to adjust anything...

huh yeah… guess it just slipped out? don’t worry, i still haven’t retired “cowboy” yet~

[They take the spoon from Sam and scoop up some of the rice, shoving it into their mouth]

…mhf holy shit that’s so good

[He side eyes them briefly before plating up some of the food for himself.]

Plannin’ to burn your taste buds off?

I said it was hot, blow, Tank.

( @the-other-pack-member )

oh i’ll blow you… i didn’t think that through before i said it

it wasn’t that hot, my taste buds are fine, thriving even.

Guess that’s one way to say thank you for dinner.

[He said as he blew on his own food.]

Jesus Christ...

@the-other-pack-member

i didn’t mean it like– oh whatever…

[They roll their eyes]

but seriously it’s good, thanks for cooking Kihel. and thank you both for letting me third wheel you

[He seems hesitant for a second as he glances between both Kihel and Tank.]

We’re always happy to have you over.

You're not a third wheel... we l-

... we care about you a lot, Tank...

[They cock their head to the side, eyebrows furrowing a little]

i… i know. you guys have never really made me feel like a third wheel either.

sorry, i was just kidding. i didn’t mean to make you feel weird or anything.

No you’re fine you’re not makin’ anythin’ weird, it’s just… we’ve been dancin’ around just how much you mean to us for a while now. Least I have.

But I don’t wanna do that anymore.

[He tilts his head back slightly, trying to find his words while gazing at the ceiling.]

We um... me and Sam- christ, I'm getting all choked up about this...

@the-other-pack-member

hey… it’s alright. you can take your time, i’m not going anywhere.

whenever you’re ready, i’m ready to listen

[They squeeze Sam’s hand a little tighter, and move to rest their other hand on Kihel’s arm]

Now would be a great time to have a way with words… ‘specially with somethin’ that feels this complicated but I- guess I’ll do the best with what I’ve got.

I can’t… call what I feel for you platonic anymore.

I wasn’t sure at first. I mean I’m already with Kihel and you’ve met ‘em yourself, they’re perfect.

[He chuckles softly as he looks at Kihel briefly, his anxious expression returning to something calmer once he manages to tear his eyes away.]

I always mourned never bein’ able to feel the sun on my skin again, but bein’ with y’all feels like the sun never left.