Without much self-consciousness, he reaches out for Lehiri and takes the hand they've been rotating their rings with, lacing it in his. "Come now. I'm getting tired and--"
Lehiri watches as Kelp's hand reaches for theirs, their fingers interlocking with gentleness. They lift their gaze to search his face, looking for... they're not quite sure what. Their eyes soften even as their heart halts in their chest for a beat. For once, they decide to put their awkwardness towards unexpected touches aside and just appreciate the gesture for what it is, for the warmth that it makes them feel.
~ little Kelhiri moment I had the pleasure of writing with @raymurata playing as Kelp ❤️














