a/n: alexa play 'desi girl' (ft. suguru helping you with your saree). satoru version | nanami version
geto's sleeves are rolled up to his elbows, forearms exposed, his hair tied up in a neat bun so as to not obstruct his view from the task he's so focused on.
he has a safety pin trapped between his lips as his lithe fingers carefully pleat the embroidered and bejewelled cloth of your saree with concentration.
he had already helped you hook the blouse together, a violet that matched his eyes. and he had tied the petticoat around your waist - snug enough not to slip, but loose enough for you to move around with ease. his gentle eyes met yours, a silent confirmation to make sure you were comfortable.
now here comes the hard part of pleating the saree symmetrically, ensuring it forms a waterfall of purple ripples, swimming with gold.
he redoes it for the third time, unravelling and pleating again. he suddenly kneels in his crisp attire of slacks and a white button-up, becoming eye-to-eye with your waistline to get a better view. he places the safety pin on the bed behind you.
“sugu, i think the second time was pretty good,” you reassure him.
“‘pretty good’ isn't enough for my perfect girl.” his voice comes out silky, low, concentration laced within it.
“well, i can help you, if you'd like.”
“don't worry, petal, i've got it. i didn't ask your mother for help for no reason.” he smiles up at you tenderly, his touch mirroring his smile as his fingers skim against the bare, tanned skin of your stomach. “plus, i have to learn how to do it properly for our daughters one day.”
“we can get dressed ourselves, you know,” you protest half-heartedly, without a hint of complaint in your tone. not when he took his time and handled both you and your clothes delicately.
“i know you can, pretty girl,” he responds smoothly and gently. “but why should you, if you have me? you put in so much effort for these events, even excluding getting ready. so, why not let me get you ready so you can relax?”
he glances up at you again, a small upturn of his lips into a smirk as his eyebrow arches simultaneously. “are you complaining?”
as you smile, his smirk melts into a smile of his own. he directs his attention back to the saree and this time, he's satisfied with it. he pins it together before tucking it into the skirt. standing back up to carefully drape the rest of the fabric over your shoulder, he secures it to the blouse with another pin, mindful not to prick your shoulder.
“there. you look gorgeous,” he hums, with a warm curve of his lips. his gaze lovingly appreciative as it dances over your figure decorated in hues of purple and gold - a jewel most precious to him.
“thanks to you and your help.”
“uh-huh, more like thanks your natural beauty. i only accentuated it. what is it again? khubsurat?” he says almost hesitantly, something foreign for his usually composed demeanour.
you erupt with laughter, not mocking, but affectionate and amused. “oh my god.” the giggles continue and he can't help the smile that tugs at his lips. “i think that was the cutest thing i've ever heard.”
“yeah, go on, laugh it up,” he sasses, rolling his eyes in mock offence.
“i'm not making fun of you, meri jaan,” you promise with your lips still stained with amusement and love. you step closer to him, loosely looping your arms around his neck. his large hands find your waist.
“what does that mean?” he asks in a soft murmur, curious. he knows it must be a term of endearment because of the way your words were syrupy with affection and tenderness.
“my love,” you whisper back, lips brushing against his, noses bumping together.
he closes the distance, gingerly caressing his mouth against yours in a considerate manner to not ruin your lipstick. it's a gentle back and forth; a silent conversation of sweet nothings. his lips linger, melding with yours until the need to breathe becomes too strong. even then, he has to force himself to break away.
he pulls back ever so slightly, his hands slightly tightened on your waist as his heart swells with such ardent love for you, it's almost painful.
one of his hands drifts upwards to fix the shimmering tikka that sits skewed on your forehead as a result of the kiss. he puts it back into place before his digits encase your cheek, thumb brushing the curve lightly as his eyes admire each inch of your features.
“we're gonna have the aunties jealous of us, aren't we?” he jokes.