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[somewhat accidental, an upshot as he's holding the device loose in his hand. He is staring at the "toll booth" in front of the portal. Suitcase beside him as if he'd only just arrived. Looking a little healthier saved for the usual hollow eyed look of someone who believes sleep is a four letter word.]

Fuck me.

Fuck me. Fuck me.

[he hasn't gone through it yet, but then he can't seem to move from the spot. He sucks in a shaky breath and runs a hand through his hair]

Bloody hell.

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[serpentinthegarden]

[ It was a blast from the past but how many more opportunities would they have to cuddle like kids? And as they were alone there was no harm in snuggling into his cousin's arm. ]

I don't know that I owe anyone anything. I just don't want to leave you behind... or any of the family. I've been kicked out once I don't want it to happen again.

[scotch_egg]

Hm. [a smirk and he ruffled that hair a little. Under the blankets no one can see]

Pretty sentimental for a demon.

[serpentinthegarden]

[ There was a very demonic growl from under the covers as his hair was ruffled but he enjoyed the very brotherly touch all the same. ]

Is that why you are so dead set against the idea of magic and memories? You're afraid of losing what you have?

[scotch_egg]

[that...had never occurred to him. But then he'd always known that he wold go first. Or maybe he was just used to the thought. ]

The world is hard enough with a rule book. You have parameters, you know? This can happen, this can't, this seems like magic but actually it can be explained. And now all of it is just... a madhouse.

There's nothing to hold on to.

[serpentinthegarden]

So throw the rule book out.

[ Typical demon response! ]

There's nothing to hold onto but there is nothing to hold you back either. You can do anything you want.

[scotch_egg]

Stop thinking everyone is like you. [a small shove] Not everything can be solved by just being a rebel.

I like stability. Certainty. Knowing how and when things are going to happen. I like things that can be solved and understood.

[and there wasn't anything he wanted to do but that was beside the point]

[serpentinthegarden]

I don't think everyone is like me. I just think you would worry less if you let go a little.

[ A pout at the shove, but he only ended up cuddling closer. Shuddup ]

Maybe it can be explained. The Bureau might still know what is gong on. I don't buy this is the first time portals have shown up. I'm sure the Bureau has seen something like this before.

[scotch_egg]

[a snort]

With what you're talking of, I'll be more worried, not less. [he'll accept that cuddle and won't say anything of it]

There's nothing they can explain that they haven't already. It's all gone scifi. Next there will be aliens or monsters or...creatures from the black lagoon.

[serpentinthegarden]

Actually...

[ And he hesitated to mention this. ]

That Mr. Martin already implied there might be some aliens hiding in bushes...

[scotch_egg]

[a long silence]

Please tell me you're joking.

[serpentinthegarden]

[ He turned to look into his cousin's stunned disbelieving eyes.

He hadn't been kidding... that was what the man had implied. ]


Yea--... yeah. Kidding. Totally kidding.

[scotch_egg]

Oh for fuck's sake. You are not. [he knew that] What did he say exactly? Are we going to look under beds for ET?

[serpentinthegarden]

I said something about there not being aliens hiding behind every bush and he said 'not every bush' and walked off...

[scotch_egg]

Ugh. I hate him. [he buried his face in the pillow] Bastard. Can't even tell if he's being facetious or not. Btu he wants us to respect him. What's there to respect? He's an asshole.

[serpentinthegarden]

He is a weird guy... almost like a grumpy robot or something.

[ His hand slipped over to pat that tuft of hair which stuck up over the pillow Alec had buried himself under. ]

[scotch_egg]

Maybe we should throw water over him and see if he shorts out.

[serpentinthegarden]

[ And thus the most wicked and terrible idea was born. ]

Challenge accepted!

[scotch_egg]

You would too.

[he pulls his head from the pillow to regard his cousin]

Do it. Take a video. I could use the laugh.

[serpentinthegarden]

Next time I see the bastard.

[ He slithered back in the bed to flop back onto a pillow himself. ]

Hmm...

[ A noise which signified deep thoughts. ]

If you could have a super power what would you want?

[scotch_egg]

Not a damn one. [he folded his arms under the pillow and closed his eyes.]

More trouble then they're worth. I'd rather everything just be normal.

[serpentinthegarden]

[ He sighed dreamily up at the ceiling. ]

I'd like that car. Sometimes it feels like it I just snapped my fingers I could actually get that car.

[ A glance at Alec. ]

You think there are car summoning super powers?

[scotch_egg]

[an amused snort]

I'd say don't be ridiculous but who the hell knows. Anyway, I wouldn't tempt it. Where the hell would you park it. Think of the insurance premiums too. You'd be able to afford the flat or the car but not both.

[serpentinthegarden]

[ His lip curled into a disappointed line as he continued staring up at the ceiling. ]

I'd need unlimited funds, a bigger place... one of those penthouses with a built in garage or something. Maybe in SoHo.

[ The name suddenly came to mind as easily as if it had always been there. ]

It's an artsy district. I'm sure Fell would love it.

[scotch_egg]

Thinking of shacking up together already are you? Or is this another memory? [he tugs playfully at a bit of Anthony's hair]

You're good together.

I could see him there. Frankly I'm surprised he isn't installed already.

[serpentinthegarden]

I'd shack up with him in a heartbeat... He'd only have to say he wanted to.

[ Which he didn't feel the slightest bit of regret in admitting even if it might shock the hair tugger. ]

I'm not sure is a memory or a feeling. I'm restless, bored. I feel like... this whole place I'm living in is a bit small for me.

You ever get like that?