i always see posts about markus flirting with connor and connor never getting it and markus being like "man how more obvious could i get" but like i wanna see more of connor flirting with markus and markus being like "yo is he flirting with me? he likes me back? is he flirting? is he??" but idk if that would work bc markus probably can tell flirting when connor can't ): maybe connor accidental flirting his way into a relationship with markus???
Connor realized he like Markus very early on. Like, probably before even meeting him: the deviant leader looked both imposing and soft in a way that tugged at his heartstrings strangely.
First, he attributed it to being grateful: Markus was the one who opened his eyes and freed him, after all. Markus was the one who gave their entire kind a future to look forward to. But, by the time Connor realized his liking has gone into full blown hardcore crush, he knew he had a problem: Getting to Markus would not be easy: half of the Androids and lots of humans had some kind of infatuation with him.
But Connor had never backed down from a challenge and he was not about to start.
The first time he sent Markus flowers, he didnt include the note in them: Which, he later realized, was a mistake: Markus was getting lots of flowers. He’d need to be more direct than that.
The second time, he brought the flowers in himself.
Markus was in his office. When Connor walked in with a huge bucket Pink Camellias, White Clovers and Gardenias, he was a bit surprised: Granted, he received lots of flowers these days, but they were usually, roses or something. This seemed way more refined and thoughtful. But, who would send Connor of all people to bring them in?
‘‘For you,’‘ Connor said with a sweet smile, handing them over.
‘‘Oh, they’re beautiful!’‘ Markus beamed, sticking his nose into them. ‘‘Who are they from?’‘
He totally missed the confused frown on Connor’s face. Okay, Connor decided, he’d need to be more direct than this.
The third time was week later, Connor was back to New Jericho, for the weekly meeting but, this time, he was holding a small package, wrapped in a brown paper, tied with a green lace.
‘‘What is that?’‘
‘‘It’s a gift.’‘ Connor smiled. ‘‘For you.’‘
Markus tore off the paper to reveal a beautiful set of artist’s brushes.
‘‘Connor!’‘ He gasped. ‘‘These are expensive!’‘
Connor shrugged.
‘‘If you like them, that’s all that matters.’‘ He said.
‘‘I love them, but you should not have bothered this much!’‘
‘‘Well, I don’t know when your birthday is, so figured, any day would do, right?’‘
Markus smiled.
‘‘I had one picture in my mind and these seem like a good motivation to actually work on it.’‘
‘‘Oh... Could I... Watch? I’d like to see you paint.’‘
That was a strange request. Surely, Connor had better things to do?
‘‘That could take hours, Connor.’‘ Markus chuckled. ‘‘I would not want to waste your time. It’s more boring than you probably think. I’ll promise I’ll show you the painting when it’s done.’‘
‘‘Being with you could never be a waste of time!’‘ Connor said fiercely, ‘‘No matter what we do.’‘
Sadly, the other members of Jericho Board came in before Markus could come up with the answer.
Connor was not going to give up that easy. Maybe he needed to be more direct than this?
The forth time, he tried to asked Markus out on a date.
‘‘There’s this festival I’d like to go to,’‘ He said the next time he was in Markus’ study. ‘‘This weekend. It’s some hipster thing, with lots of art, music and performances. Would you like to go?’‘
‘‘Sounds very interesting.’‘ Markus replied. He was still looking at the computer terminal at his desk. Connor felt annoyance: WHY did Markus never give him his full attention? No wonder they were getting nowhere! ‘‘I’d love to go. Who else is going?’‘
‘‘Um... No one I guess.’‘ Connor shrugged, blushing a bit. ‘‘Just us.’‘
‘‘Why not? This sounds like something others would enjoy too! I’ll let them know!’‘
Well... There went Connor’s plan to finally get Markus alone.
The fifth time, Connor checked beforehand with Simon that Markus would have no work. He was sick of all the politics getting in his way.
Markus was surprised when the doorbell rang: He was not expecting anyone. Least of all Connor: out of his police uniform, in casual jeans and leather jacket, Connor really looked beautiful.
Markus smiled. Connor returned the smile.
‘‘Hope I’m not intruding.’‘
‘‘Not at all. Come in.’‘
Markus’ place was a bit chaotic and full of color. There was so much personality to everything. Connor felt a bit bad at how plain his own apartment was in comparison.
‘‘Simon told me you had a day off.’‘ Connor explained. ‘‘I thought we could spend it together.’‘
‘‘Sure, sounds good.’‘ Markus agreed.
Connor would not say he was snooping around, but he totally was: looking for something to do, which would distract him from staring at Markus in his sleeveless top and old sweatpants, which were a bit too tight around his ass for Connor’s peace of mind.
‘‘You like chess?’‘ He asked.
‘‘My father, Carl used to play it with me.’‘ Markus said. ‘‘Would you care for a game?’‘
Connor nodded.
‘‘Don’t go easy on me.’‘ Markus warned, setting up the board.
‘‘Oh, I’d gladly go hard on you.’‘ Connor winked playfully.
Sadly, the remark seemed to go over the stupid Deviant’s head. Connor sighed in desperation.
Due to them both having pre-constructing abilities, the match was even. Connor was sure, if he let Markus win, he would totally be caught on it.
‘‘Ready to give up yet?’‘ Markus smirked at him, moving the Bishop in a way that clearly put Connor at disadvantage.
‘‘I’ll never give up on you.’‘ Connor replied with a smile of his own. ‘‘Even though you give me a hard time.’’ and moved a Knight in response.
Markus paused.
‘‘I like when you make that face.’‘ Connor noted.
‘‘What face?’‘
‘‘Pouting. It’s adorable.’‘
‘‘I do not pout.’‘
'’It’s cute.’‘
‘‘I do not!’‘
‘‘Whatever you say.’‘ Connor’s smile was fond.
Markus picked up The Queen and then his hand froze mid air: The look on Connor’s face, all his attempts to make Markus smile, always giving him gifts... It all suddenly started to make sense in a totally unexpected way....
‘‘Connor...’‘ He started, unsure. ‘‘Are you flirting with me?’‘
Connor looked at him like he’d grown a second head. Then he burst out laughing.
‘‘I’ve been trying for two months.’‘ He said when he finally got his breath back. ‘‘But thanks for noticing.’‘
Yo! It's been a while since the last time a read one of your fics, and I kinda sad about that, but I'm on my final exams and I'm kinda scare lol. Anyway, have a nice day, noon, night? Idk, but have a nice one! You'll have me back soon <3
Hey there! Don’t you wrry about the fics one bit, just focus on your exams, the fics will still be there when you come back!
And best of luck with them, I’m sure you’ll do great ♥ ♥ ♥
just here to let you know you're a goddamn amazing writer. believe me when i say that, no one manages to tug so deeply at my own emotions. and through WORDS, just the thing i most struggle with. anyway you're a goddamn superhero, keep it up!
Hey! Thank you so much!
To hear that I’m able to transmit emotions to you is the ultimate compliment for a writer, it’s both exhilarating and humbling to hear that. I can only hope my works keep bringing you joy. ♥
I’ve been listening to nsp a lot recently and there song GFY feels like something either Connor, Markus, or both would use to talk to Perkins with the help of a few Jerrys.
Okay so. I was thinking. Since I love your writing so much, how about I make a suggestion? Can't hurt right? Now I know you're busy and this is really just a silly idea, but how about a series of one shots that revolve around cliches? Like the 'oh no there's only one bed' cliche. Or 'they were roomates' or 'they were fuck buddies but they caught them feels'. Anyway I love you and your work, have a great day!
Hello, anon!
Alas it's a lovely suggestion but I do have a lot on my plate right now!
What I can tell you though is that some people are having a themed week and cliches were suggested, so you might find something you enjoy! Check @rk1kweek ♡♡♡
