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TDM #6
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The Lobby.
- When you open your eyes, there is quite a lot of beige to take in. The unassuming walls of the room you've found yourself in are barren save for a single motivational poster directly in your line of sight. An illuminated sign above an open door on the far wall reads 'lobby exit.'
"Welcome," chimes a polite, synthesized voice. "I'm happy you're here." A moment later comes the clarity of the situation: you have died and so has the world you came from. "This is Amani, your new reality," continues The Peacekeeper. "Everything will be fine."
At least you aren't the only one here, you'll soon find out, as others who are just as confused and concerned as you are mingling on the main hub's first floor. Hopefully, you find a familiar face among the crowd. If not, that's all right. You'll get to know quite a few people very well soon enough.
- If you're one of the unlucky few whose death required a bit more intensive re-coding to maintain stability in the simulation, you'll instead awaken on a bed in the infirmary. Everything is strikingly white save for the occasional string of vines with lavender growing in bursts to help keep people calm. Whether or not it works seems to be on a case-by-case basis.
While there is active medical staff, the voice of The Peacekeeper is also there to explain the situation in a more delicate manner to these individuals. It's already stressful enough having to have gone through such a violent death, after all!
If characters want more questions answered, they'll need to speak to The Peacekeeper directly. But first, it will encourage socialization in the main hub and hopefully, you'll find someone you recognize to make taking things in a little easier.
- Throughout the main hub where everyone congregates, a light chiming echoes through the first floor. "Hello, everyone," comes the synthetic voice from when you first arrived. "Please, watch your step since there a few tremors happening. If you'd like, there is cake and some refreshments."
WHAT
The sixth Amani TDM!
WHEN
July 22nd, 2022
KINKS OF THE MONTH
★ Titfucking / Paizuri
★ Clothed Sex
★ Bukkake
★ Tentacles
★ Sounding
★ Clothed Sex
★ Bukkake
★ Tentacles
★ Sounding
WHAT'S YOUR DTF STATUS?
If the main hub and its features don't appeal to you, that's perfectly fine. This is the perfect time to configure your Digitized Technical Friend or your DTF status. A DTF is similar to a dæmon from His Dark Materials in that it is connected to and a reflection of a character's soul. These DTFs take shape accordingly and are projections similar to the NPCs. Think of them as your own personal Clippy except less annoying. Hopefully.
Once that's set-up, there are other locations of the main hub to investigate! You can visit the training grounds, music lounge, library, and onsen. Also, feel free to leave an offering for the resident deity of sleep (Hypnos) at his shrine! You can even visit The Peacekeeper themselves on the second floor. They're always happy to have visitors! They're also conveniently where you might place a complaint about that status of the main hub and its amenities. Even if you do complain, The Peacekeeper will encourage others to set off and find their own place to live out in the simulation.
Granted, the housing market in the afterlife isn't exactly robust. It doesn't help that every place you find has a leaky roof or broken window. No, unfortunately that will need to be fixed the peaceful way. If you'd like more lighting or even cozier clothes, simulation inhabitants are reminded that 'peaceful interactions' are very important!
It might be a good idea to stick close to someone you know, for now, since even the smallest amounts of intimacy might see subtle changes occurring where they're staying. Perhaps that broken window is now fixed, the grime and dust seem a little less, or the floor doesn't creak quite as loud.
Larger changes, however, will only come after demonstrating the more powerful peaceful interactions. If you want new hardwood floors or a fresh coat of paint on the walls, you're going to have to demonstrate how well you 'get along' with others against them first.
SHAKING THINGS UP
"Hello, inhabitants," greets The Peacekeeper. "I apologize for all the tremors lately in the simulation," it starts, just as one rattles through the setting. "I promise I'll be done working soon." They've been occurring for days now but have been nothing more than a subtle rumbling.
Until now.
"Making final geographical adjustments... Please, hold on to something." There is less than a moment's pause before the warning needs to be heeded. A large earthquake suddenly jostles the entire simulation harshly along with a deafening noise to the east; however, the cause will be apparent. Where before there was nothing but plains stretching out infinitely past the simulation's 'barrier,' there is now a large mountain range. It has snow-tipped peaks, plenty of pine trees, and- "After the trial that was Hiromitsu, The Creators decided to allow me the resources to upgrade and add to the simulation! This is only the beginning, actually, but the rest will take a little bit more time. Until then, I hope you don't mind exploring the mines and helping me test some new features."
There is a brief pause where it seems like that might be all. "And I hope that... it makes up a little for me not being there for you during Hiromitsu." The usual chipper, simulated voice sounds just a touch melancholy. Instead of the regular chimes to signify a broadcast ending, there is instead a small click and nothing but silence.
Until now.
"Making final geographical adjustments... Please, hold on to something." There is less than a moment's pause before the warning needs to be heeded. A large earthquake suddenly jostles the entire simulation harshly along with a deafening noise to the east; however, the cause will be apparent. Where before there was nothing but plains stretching out infinitely past the simulation's 'barrier,' there is now a large mountain range. It has snow-tipped peaks, plenty of pine trees, and- "After the trial that was Hiromitsu, The Creators decided to allow me the resources to upgrade and add to the simulation! This is only the beginning, actually, but the rest will take a little bit more time. Until then, I hope you don't mind exploring the mines and helping me test some new features."
There is a brief pause where it seems like that might be all. "And I hope that... it makes up a little for me not being there for you during Hiromitsu." The usual chipper, simulated voice sounds just a touch melancholy. Instead of the regular chimes to signify a broadcast ending, there is instead a small click and nothing but silence.
THIS PLACE ROCKS
For those that do decide to investigate the new addition to the simulation, they'll find a sign above a large cave entrance that reads "Dymuniad Mines." Entering the cave will lead people to a series of underground tunnels akin to a labyrinth with as many metaphorical twists and turns as there are literal. Don't mind the mild tremors that continue as some of the pathways shift and change while The Peacekeeper works. They are now, thankfully, localized to just the mines.
So grab a torch, go for a joy ride in a mine cart, or set out on foot through the deep dark. Either way, here's what inhabitants can expect to find...
Hemimorphite
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: Mild
This strange, soft-looking rock formation draws people in with a sweet scent similar to cotton candy. The closer someone draws to it, the happier they will become. Should one lick it, they will find that it tastes rather sweet; however, it will leave one with more than a candy aftertaste. It is a psychedelic that will cause hallucinations - both visual and auditory - as well as intense feelings of euphoria.
Honey Calcite
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: Mild
If feeling one's way along the dark tunnels, don't be surprised if there comes a spot where you suddenly stick. Trying to pull away will only find one even more stuck than before. The only way to pull free is by using heat but too hot and it'll become a sticky, syrupy mess and be a nightmare to get off. The body heat of two people seems to be just right the temperature to free anyone stuck but... make of that what you will!
Iris Agate
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: None
If you get a little lost in the mines, don't fret! This stone will guide your way when shone under the light correctly. Oh, it won't show you the way out. Rather, it will guide you toward someone you need to talk to. Whatever that may mean! You'll be directed towards them whether you want to actually speak or not.
Miniature Cave Golems
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: None
Don't be too alarmed if that mossy bundle of rocks starts to move about. Held together and animated by a magic of an unknown origin, these tiny golems 'awaken' when anyone gets close. While golems are usually used for manual labor too large for the average person, it's hard to say what these miniature ones were made for or by who. They are, however, extremely cute and will happily follow or ride along with you through the tunnels.
Rock Slimes
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: None
If you happen to come across small bites taken out of the Hemimorphite, the source likely isn't far behind. These slimes are immune to the psychedelic effects of the formation but still get the euphoria from it. This results in them making tiny chirps and happy noises that may sound suspiciously like 'woo hoo' or 'yay.' They are friendly and docile but can only survive in the dark, dank conditions of the mines. Trying to remove them is ill-advised.
Zubats
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: Mild
These creatures make their home in gloomy caves. Atrophied eyes have left this Pokémon blind, so they scan their surroundings via sound waves that they emit from their mouths as they fly. Their skin is so thin that they'll be burned if sunlight hits them. When it gets cold out, they gather together to warm one another's bodies. While they will not attack inhabitants, they may use high-pitched sound waves to confuse and disorient if they feel threatened so they can escape.
So grab a torch, go for a joy ride in a mine cart, or set out on foot through the deep dark. Either way, here's what inhabitants can expect to find...
Hemimorphite
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: Mild
This strange, soft-looking rock formation draws people in with a sweet scent similar to cotton candy. The closer someone draws to it, the happier they will become. Should one lick it, they will find that it tastes rather sweet; however, it will leave one with more than a candy aftertaste. It is a psychedelic that will cause hallucinations - both visual and auditory - as well as intense feelings of euphoria.
Honey Calcite
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: Mild
If feeling one's way along the dark tunnels, don't be surprised if there comes a spot where you suddenly stick. Trying to pull away will only find one even more stuck than before. The only way to pull free is by using heat but too hot and it'll become a sticky, syrupy mess and be a nightmare to get off. The body heat of two people seems to be just right the temperature to free anyone stuck but... make of that what you will!
Iris Agate
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: None
If you get a little lost in the mines, don't fret! This stone will guide your way when shone under the light correctly. Oh, it won't show you the way out. Rather, it will guide you toward someone you need to talk to. Whatever that may mean! You'll be directed towards them whether you want to actually speak or not.
CREEPY CRAWLIES
In addition to the new geology, there is some new fauna to be found. The Peacekeeper is still adding to the mines as far as flora (beyond basic moss, mushrooms, and other fungi). For now, these creatures hopefully help it feel a little more alive.Miniature Cave Golems
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: None
Don't be too alarmed if that mossy bundle of rocks starts to move about. Held together and animated by a magic of an unknown origin, these tiny golems 'awaken' when anyone gets close. While golems are usually used for manual labor too large for the average person, it's hard to say what these miniature ones were made for or by who. They are, however, extremely cute and will happily follow or ride along with you through the tunnels.
Rock Slimes
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: None
If you happen to come across small bites taken out of the Hemimorphite, the source likely isn't far behind. These slimes are immune to the psychedelic effects of the formation but still get the euphoria from it. This results in them making tiny chirps and happy noises that may sound suspiciously like 'woo hoo' or 'yay.' They are friendly and docile but can only survive in the dark, dank conditions of the mines. Trying to remove them is ill-advised.
Zubats
Population: Common
Biome: Dymuniad Mines
Danger: Mild
These creatures make their home in gloomy caves. Atrophied eyes have left this Pokémon blind, so they scan their surroundings via sound waves that they emit from their mouths as they fly. Their skin is so thin that they'll be burned if sunlight hits them. When it gets cold out, they gather together to warm one another's bodies. While they will not attack inhabitants, they may use high-pitched sound waves to confuse and disorient if they feel threatened so they can escape.
WHO IS THAT I SEE, STARING BACK AT ME?
Lucky (or unlucky, if you're lost) inhabitants may find their way to the crystal lake. This large, underground pool of crystalline water is lined with large chunks of cubic fluorite and larimar covering the bottom. It holds an ethereal glow although there doesn't seem to be anything out of the ordinary that would cause the shine.
If one goes to the edge of the water, their reflection might not be what they expect. Instead of what it should be, it's instead what the person looking into the water most desires. This could be interpreted in many different ways. Do you look like you'd always dreamed of, is someone next to you, or is it someone else entirely staring back into your eyes? Whatever the case may be, it isn't always easy to be faced with our most secret desires unexpectedly.
If one goes to the edge of the water, their reflection might not be what they expect. Instead of what it should be, it's instead what the person looking into the water most desires. This could be interpreted in many different ways. Do you look like you'd always dreamed of, is someone next to you, or is it someone else entirely staring back into your eyes? Whatever the case may be, it isn't always easy to be faced with our most secret desires unexpectedly.
- » If you choose to look away because you do not want to face what this odd reflection means, the next time you look it will be just you again. Nothing will happen.
» If you choose to accept what the reflection is trying to show you, the reward will be a tiny crystal flask washing up near your feet that holds some of the water for you to take. For what purpose? Who can say.
SEXY STAMP CARD
If you're wondering about these 'peaceful interactions' that keep being mentioned or what the kinks of the month are for... Here's your answer! Upon arrival, all characters will receive a digital copy of their very own sexy stamp card.
Completing peaceful interactions (i.e. kinks) will reward characters with stamps that they can turn in for re-gains and many other things! While the example one here is the standard issued card by The Peacekeeper, players are more than welcome to customize it how they see fit. Have fun with it!NOTES
Completing peaceful interactions (i.e. kinks) will reward characters with stamps that they can turn in for re-gains and many other things! While the example one here is the standard issued card by The Peacekeeper, players are more than welcome to customize it how they see fit. Have fun with it!
★ Due to the shifting tunnels, characters will only find themselves eventually back at the start of the mines rather than anywhere new. ...For now, anyway!
★ The effects of all the influences can, as always, be as heavy or light as you'd like! It can be chalked up to differences in resistance, non-humanity or not, etc. etc.
★ The flora and fauna page will be updated (as well as the locations) as soon as possible to reflect these changes and recent ones! It's also still open for player suggestions! All you need to do now is link your check-in (or player claim) comment to make a submission!
★ Why not check out the ATP/EMP Meme now up? See who others want to try out, enable your friends! Fun all around!
★ Make sure to dunk your questions/feedback in the thread below!
NAVIGATION
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[All that gentle and caring touching feels like it's breaking something in his chest, the contact pulling shivers from him, on skin so used to brutal training and combat. Most of all it's Dimitri's nearness that shakes him, and the feel of his bared hand. His breath hitches, and, unable to take it anymore, he pulls hard on that scarf, crashing their lips together in a rough kiss. For the moment it doesn't matter if he's kissing a brutalized corpse or a warm and breathing man. But maybe this will convince him of how real Dimitri is.]
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[He doesn't get to finish what he's saying when Felix's lips are on his. He knows he shouldn't, that he should wait until Felix is in a better state but he can't help falling into old patterns when those lips are so familiar. His own eyes flutter closed and he pulls Felix in closer, holding him and not willing to let go. He's missed this, the need and pull of Felix in his arms, their lips pressed tight. His own lips part, nipping lightly on Felix's wanting more, craving him.]
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[He feels Dimitri's responsive need, and the terrifying power held back in his embrace. Felix continues kissing him hungrily, almost pushing him down into the water.]
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[When Felix starts to push him down he allows it. Their lips barely part for air, his hands roaming anywhere he can touch. Dimitri parts only for a moment, enough time to moan out Felix's name. He wants this touch as desperately as the other does. He hasn't had his Felix in awhile now and it's been an ache in his heart ever since he realized he was alone here.]
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[Felix parts a few inches, and starts fumbling with his pieces of mercenary light-armor. He rips at the straps with thoughtless impatience while on Dimitri's lap, pulling a leather paldroon off of his shoulder and dropping it in the lake, then tugging laces on his shirt. He keeps his gaze down on his frantic task, completely unable to look into Dimitri's eyes. His face is hot red with a blush.]
I still don't know what manner of Boar you are... but maybe that's a good thing.
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Does it matter which one I am? I'm the beast who is worried about you. The beast who loves you dearly, Felix.
[He takes his chest piece off and stands now, still much taller then Felix and tilts his chin up to look at him. He knows more than anyone Felix hates having to look at him but he isn't going to let this go further unless he really looks at him.]
Please just look at me once. I'm not here to hurt you.
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[The opportunity to burn himself out with Dimitri until he stops thinking is passing. Dimitri's sincerity is making his chest aches like he's being pierced. Felix huffs and bares his teeth at him, and thumps a hand against his unprotected chest.]
Can you not hear me, Boar?! You-- or... another of you-- went completely mad and died torn and gutted on a battlefield. You can't-- you can't love me... I refused to serve you, and I watched you die.
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Felix....
[Those words are a dread in his own heart. He went mad? Felix left him? It's a lot to process, too much and yet he can almost see it. He knows there is a darkness in him he's never been able to control fully. He's let it out more times then he'd like to admit. All the times that Felix had looked away on the battlefield and Dimitri would give in for a few moments, killing at his hearts content. He can see how that madness could take over him...had his own felix known would he have abandoned him too? Would he have called him a wild boar and never spoke to him again?]
....
[He can't think that now, these thoughts are for another time. Felix needs him.]
Stop. You did what you had to for survival...I do love you. I've loved you my whole life Felix. You have been one of my dearest friends and I don't know what I'd do without you. Don't tell me who I can and can't love.
[He grabbed him this time and brought him further into the lake until they were waist deep, his kisses him again not as hungry as before but with as much affection as he can]
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[He growls and rakes his fingers against Dimitri as he's carried, like a cat that's difficult to hold. Then he's dipped into deeper water and he gasps and clutches at him, and he feels Dimitri's lips firm against his own. His arms wrap tighter around him, and he even hooks a leg around him as well, as he kisses him back.]
[There's so much affection in Dimitri's kiss, and he can feel it. He could hear it in his words, too. Wether he liked it or not, they always felt made for each other, their whole lives. Something sticks in his throat. Tears start coming down his cheeks again unbidden, and he breaks the kiss with a gasp, shoving his face against Dimitri's neck.]
...I... I loved you this whole time... but I couldn't leave my path... I just... didn't think I would survive this long... I wasn't supposed to.
[A whole shudder convulses his body. He keeps grabbing at Dimitri with a bruising grip, pulling handfuls of his wet clothes.]
I'm sorry... Dimitri...
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[The leg around him almost has him chuckling, no matter what Felix is always needy and he adores it. The tears however he could do without. He breaks their kiss to instead wipe the tears, kissing his cheeks and then his forehead. The confession has his own face redding and he let's Felix hid himself against him all he wants.]
It's okay Felix. I forgive you, it's okay.
[He repeats himself, making sure Felix is listening. He pulls Felix off him only to take off his shirt, tossing the wet lump of fabric back with the rest of thir discarded clothes. Felix is covered in scars, more than his own has ever had but he loves him just the same. He will treat him the same.]
Felix, let me show you how much I love you, please.
[He kisses his neck, it was always someplace he loved to kiss on Felix. That long slender neck always exposed with his hair up and just waiting to be touched.]
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Tch... you actually sound like a man... I was so used to hearing a beast's growls...
[He manages to glance at Dimitri's eyes again, for just a moment, then nods his assent just before Dimitri leans in to kiss at his neck. Felix groans out loud, tipping his head back, and grabs behind Dimitri's head, tugging roughly at his short ponytail.]
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[The sound of Felix in his arms is familiar and yet the way his moans echo on the walls around is a new experience all together. He's going to have to test vocals in regards to sex sometime again. It has potential for sure.]
Ahh...Felix if you keep pulling my hair I won't be able to be gentle with you.
[He is trying to be gentle but Felix is making it harder for him. He's kissing each scar he can see, hoping to give each wound some affection for all the years he's been without. His own hand wanders to felix's hair, snapping his hair tie to let his long hair cascade around him. It's Dimitri's favorite sight to see Felix with his hair down.]
You're beautiful, Felix.
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[He'll be impressed if he gets through this without broken bones, knowing how easily Dimitri can snap metal accidentally. But Dimitri's terrifying strength is... kind of arousing. Feeling the tension behind Dimitri's gestures while he keeps himself in check is thrilling in its own way.]
[He tugs Dimitri's hair again, pulling it loose from its tie after he feels his own hair fan out behind his neck. The comment about his "beauty" renews the flush on his face, and he returns a kiss to his scars by pressing himself close and tilting his head up to nip at Dimitri's jawline.]
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[He will make sure not to break anything but bruising he holds no promises for. He knows he could hurt him if he wanted to but Dimitri doesn't want to hurt Felix, the man is already so scarred. He doesn't want to leave any other marks to this tragically beautiful body]
Felix...
[He feels his own hair fan out and smiles. He lets go of Felix for only a moment before dipping completely below the water to keep his hair slicked and out of his face. When he reemerges it's just his head above the water, blonde hair pooling behind him and sticking to his face. When was the last time the two of them went for a swim? When did they last play? Surely this Felix who has been through so much and seen horrific things deserves a chance to be happy and let go. There is a playful look in his eyes as he grabs an arm, pulling them both under the water for only a moment before bringing them back up. Felix is going to hate it but he makes sure to kiss him once they break the water so he can't yell at him.]
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Didn't you say you were going to show me something, Boar?
[His hands skim down, grabbing the hem of his pants at his hips and struggling to push them down. Not easy when what Dimitri wears is form-fitting and waterlogged. He growls and yanks roughly at the fabrics, until he gets it down to Dimitri's thighs. Now there's much less between them, he's pressed front to the king's bare member. Felix rolls his hips, sliding against him and feeling him out, then attacks Dimitri's throat with an open-mouthed kiss, biting and sucking.]
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I will Felix, all in due time.
[He doesn't expect Felix to undress him but as he does he can't help but chuckle at his attempts. It's cute how angered Felix is by how difficult removing his trouser are but once they are low enough Dimitri helps take them off the rest of the way before tossing them back to the edge of the lake. Felix is very distracting with the way his hips rolls against him and the mouth at his neck. He let's out his own moan as he pulls at Felix's own pants, sliding and tearing them off him. He pulls Felix away from his neck reluctantly to kiss him again. Their nearly bare bodies pressed against each other.]
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Felix I'm here
[In between kisses he repeats those words and after every time he tries to kiss him with as much passion as if it's their first time. This broken man will feel loved if it's the last thing Dimitri does. He picks him up so he is almost out of the water, holding from his ass with one hand with ease, his other teases with Felix’s entrance as they kiss. It feels better when Felix starts to let go and accept the adoration. He hopes he is at least.]
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It still feels like I was never meant to see you again... yet you're in my hands right now.
[He tilts his head into a kiss again, slower, no more trying to bite.]
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I'll be here however long you need me Felix. I care for you deeply.
[ So badly he wants to tell him his feelings, how deeply he loves him but this isn't his Felix. It wouldn't be fair to either of them. Still with their heads pressed together and the gentle kiss from Felix, he can't help but feel like this is his</> Felix.]
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...What are you talking about... I thought you were supposed to need me.
[At least that's what was in store for the path he rejected. Serving the Boar... he just wouldn't do it. But his own path away from him felt heavier and heavier with every step.]
[He groans softly, rolling his hips to move against his finger.]
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[Dimitri pauses in his touching, looking at Felix with concern on his face. Has the dimitri for this Felix failed him? What must have happened for Felix to think their relationship was anything but a partnership. Sure he leaned on Felix a but more than he should but he still tried to help him when he could. He always tried to listen when he had advice. He tried. Had this Felix’s dimitri never tried?]
Felix...did I hurt you in your time?
[He wants to continue what they have going on but he can't without knowing this. He wants to make sure Felix is okay.]
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...No. I left before your madness got everyone around you killed. Or that I killed-- I ... I didn't turn out any better. I'm just as much a beast.
[He tips forward, leaning heavily on Dimitri with his head on his shoulder.]
...You should stop acting so concerned. I'm not made for anything but battle.
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