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It was one of those nights. A night where neither Elliot nor 007n7 had anything to do. C00lkidd was put down for his sleep, leaving the other two with nothing on the evening schedule but to be with each other.
Hence, 007n7’s predicament. He was a very particular man. He liked things a certain way, and he liked it when those things were the right way. He liked his coffee in the morning, he liked his tea in the evening. He liked it when c00lkidd was up at six so he had enough time to get him ready for school. He liked it when Elliot stayed over because, well… just because.
The ex-hacker was lying in Elliot’s lap, arms folding neatly into his chest with his knees tucked tightly to his belly like a cat. His tail swished rather irritably, brows furrowed as Elliot mindlessly pet him while watching whatever was on the tv. Occasionally he’d rub his horns, sending waves of comfort through 007n7. That comfort, however, was not enough to negate the position he was in as not the most comforting position. His legs hurt, his arms were tight and his belly was being squished between them. It just wasn’t right enough. It hurt to move his head (Though, that might just be age,) and he couldn’t focus on the tv like Elliot could.
007n7’s tail flicked as he tried to think of a solution. It had to be perfect. Where, Elliot could still give him all of his attention (because that was the only reason he was even in his lap), comfortable for him, didn’t make his muscles ache, and allowed him to see the tv. It was a little confusing to an outsider to see that 007n7 put so much thought into how he felt for something as trivial as an evening in with his lover, but it was more than just that. It was a moment he got to share with Elliot. They weren’t talking to each other, nor were they looking at one another. But Elliot’s hand was slowly carding through his hair, gently scratching behind his ears, softly rubbing the sensitive bases of his horns. And 007n7’s hands were holding onto his shirt, his face was pressed up against his chest, tail flicking to show he was happy.
He was just happy to be with Elliot. So, in order to be even more happy with Elliot, 007n7 raised himself from Elliot’s lap with an audible stretch and hum. His tail straightened out into the air as his hands curled up against Elliot’s shirt. The pizza boy looked up, a little startled by the sudden shift. “Oh,” He started, hands quickly moving away. “Sorry, Sev, did I do something to-“
Before Elliot could finish his sentence, 007n7 plopped right back down with a heavy fall, arms now curled around Elliot’s waist, with his head pushed even further into Elliott’s middle. He rubbed his horns up against him like a cat rubbing up against its owner’s leg. His hips were raised with his knees slotted between Elliot’s legs.
Much more comfortable 007n7 practically began to /purr/ the moment Elliot’s hands went back to his head. “Comfy now, I see?” The blond teased, scratches just a little more vigorously against the side of his head. “Very much so.“ 007n7 murmured dreamily against Elliot’s waist, letting out a pleased sigh. Elliot’s hands went back to gently brushing through 007n7’s hair, rubbing his horns, all the things that 007n7 loved.
Elliot knew how to do every little thing that made 007n7 feel so incredibly loved. He complimented him when he felt insecure about his body. He helped him in the kitchen when 007n7 didn’t have the energy to do all of the cooking. He let 007n7 cry to him, even if 007n7 felt as if he didn’t deserve such a loving partner. Every little thing, little look- even if it’s the most subtle shift of his head when 007n7 calls for him- it makes 007n7 remember. It makes him remember how wanted and loved he is by Elliot.
“You alright down there? Sounds like a motor running…” Elliot’s light tease snapped 007n7 out of his thoughts as he looked up at the pizza boy. /Was he really purring that loudly?/ 007n7 just smiled, arms going tighter around Elliot. “I’m just perfect.” He replied, nuzzling his head into Elliot’s hand. “I love you so much, Elliot.” 007n7 spoke, after a moment of silence.
Elliot paused, looking down at the ex-hacker. A smile bloomed onto his face, making 007n7 smile in return. “I love you so much too, Sev.” His hands slowly slid down to cup 007n7’s cheeks, pulling him up softly and into a kiss. 007n7’s tail wagged like it was blowing violently in the wind, thumping against the cushions with vigor and joy. Truly, 007n7 liked things a certain way. And with Elliot, he wouldn’t want it any other way than how he already has it.