"Gokotai-kun!" The saniwa threw a charm at the attacker, which turned into green flames as it attached to them. As the enemy scrambled to try and free himself, Yuuki reached for Gokotai, scooped him up in his arms, and quickly retreated from the front lines. "I understand your wish to prove your valour, but being reckless is very silly. I was so worried when I saw you fall... please, never do something like that again."
Gokotai’s realization of what was going on only hit him after the saniwa had carried him away from the battle. Through the stinging pain of a few shallow wounds, he clung to his master with all he had. “I didn’t mean t-to be reckless,” He mustered as he pressed his cheek to Yuuki’s chest, blinking wet eyes, “I only.. Only wanted to be strong and fight with you,” He persisted, small legs dangling against Yuuki’s arms as he supported the tantou.
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The small tantou’s cheeks grew warm as he received the soft kisses from his master, and he kept his eyes closed as he nestled against Yuuki. “I promise…” He spoke up after a short moment of silence, sniffling and shifting against the larger one as eyelashes fluttered. Now looking back up to Yuuki, he kept a pout on his lips. “I w-will be more careful…” Gokotai started to fiddle with his fingers, averting his gaze to stare intently at the material of the saniwa’s clothing, “Next time.” He finished, voice soft, still feeling guilt - though it significantly faded after the careful affection he was given.
When their eyes met, Yuuki gave the young warrior a bright smile and nodded. “Good”, gently running his finger through Gokotai’s curls, he lowered them to the ground, until he was resting on one knee, so that the other would stand on his feet; his hold around the tantou, however, did not release, as the sage kept hugging him. “I am happiest when you are safe, happy, and unhurt, Gokotai. And I especially love when you smile, you know that?” The child was a delicate soul with a soft heart, and his big golden eyes so vivid and full of emotion begged for love and attention – as protective as Yuuki was towards all the toudanshi he summoned, the little tantous always drew from him special care.
The danger from battle completely melted away as Yuuki’s words settled between them. Gokotai’s expression completely lit up in response, leaning and nuzzling against the hand that carded through his hair as he stood up. Warmth filled his chest as he reached delicate hands to mimic the saniwa’s gesture, carefully touching loose strands of dark hair. “Y-You really think so?” He asked, shy but clearly overjoyed and all smiles. “I.. Um.. I love when you smile, too. It makes me really h-happy seeing you safe, too!” Little fingers then shifted to give Yuuki’s cheeks a few soft pats.
