[ And he will be there, even a few minutes early because he lives in the hotel and it's not like he goes very many places. All he had to do was change into something that wasn't too hot since it was starting to get warm outside and regretfully, too hot for hoodies sometimes. Still pants and top are oversized, and he's wearing some comfy sneakers. He almost could be mistaken for human. ]
[It isn't something he replies to, but it's enough to make him think as he quickly gets ready. Much like Hypnos he doesn't tend to dress in a way that highlights his status and the garb he arrived in has been neatly packed away, and when he steps outside he's dressed fairly casually (for him) yet still smartly, in dark trousers and a light grey shirt left open at the collar.
It's warm out there, after all.
He looks at his twin for a few long, silent moments. Thanatos shifts in place, then he reaches out and lightly clasps Hypnos' upper arm. Just for a second.]
Come on.
[Even in the short amounts of time they've been able to spent together over the years, they've never done something like this. Still... Thanatos is confident that his brother will enjoy himself.]
[ He shifts, standing upright as Thanatos clasps at his arm. The action is gentle, but Hypnos can't recall the last time he's stood upright next to his brother. It's always felt -- weird? He's much preferred looking up to his brother. But he's comfortable and happy. More than he has been ever before. So he'll allow himself a small bit of confidence in his posture. ]
Well, I look comfortable because I am. It's weird dressing like this, you know?
[ An amused glance. ]
But humans got a few things right - and that's comfortable clothing. I'd never say it's better than what I have from home, but it at least compares.
[In a way, Thanatos has never mentally acknowledged that Hypnos towers over him in height. He's the older one, and it only stands to reason that his twin would look up to him in spite of that.]
Mm. [Outside of his usual garb he's found a style of clothing that is comfortable for him, but he's still getting used to the idea of buttons.]
As long as you can fall asleep in it, hm?
[Normally, there would be a barb attached to that kind of statement. When he says it now though it's with only a certain kind of fondness.]
Of course. What good is something if it's uncomfortable to sleep in.
[ He answers almost immediately. He doesn't sense that it's a jab at him, so he answers it earnestly. He is happy, to be honest. When he's walking with Thanatos, he puts in a sincere effort to not let his gaze seem like he's looking down at his brother. ]
[Thanatos doesn't address the first statement, because of course Hypnos would say something like that. It would be very easy to mistake the most important thing in his twin's existence as being sleep, but Thanatos knows very well that that isn't the case.]
I do have something planned. [He says then, glancing up at his twin.] We're going to get something to eat.
[ It's still sometimes weird to be able to see the top of his brother's head, but the fact that he's comfortable standing upright next to his twin is a delight. ]
Something to eat? [ He'd be happy just standing in the sun with his brother, but to actually do something together. Thanatos might catch a happy sigh. ] I like the sound of that a lot, Thanatos.
[ No brother, just - his name. But it's intentional, because it's still quite affectionate sounding from him. He might look just a small bit brighter at the invitation. ]
[It's... nice. It's nice to be able to spend time with Hypnos without having to rush off back to work, and without being irritated with his twin for being asleep on the job yet again.
Hypnos had never made a secret of wanting to be around him, though his suggestions with regards to how they might achieve it had always fallen flat as far as Thanatos was concerned, but he had never thought there would come a time when it would actually be possible.
He looks up again, noting mentally how his twin isn't slouching. Not missing how happy he looks. Thanatos smiles very slightly.]
[ Hypnos feeling comfortable and confident around his brother is a new thing. Like he doesn't have to slouch and hide and shrink himself down so that he can better hide behind someone else.
It's a weirdly nice change. He tilts his head towards his twin when he speaks.
Is that a smile that he sees? Just a hint of one, a spark of one? Hypnos, being who he is, assumes that the smile has nothing to do with him and is about Zagreus. Which seems only natural to him. Zagreus had that impact on people around him. ]
[Bad joke, Hypnos! Thanatos scowls up at his twin briefly, but there's no real venom in it.]
No. [Again, a little softer, and he closes his eyes for a moment. It's still very... very new, and strange, and he still hasn't fully resolved how he feels about the entire thing, but it's definitely happening.]
We talked, a few nights ago. And he-- well, he kissed me. And I kissed him. And I suppose we're... together, now.
[ He nudges Thanatos' arm almost playfully. He's happy for his brother. Legitimately and honestly. He's happy. And Zagreus is happy. And that's the very least he could ask for for them. ]
I think Dusa might owe me money now.
[ It's almost a mutter when he says that. ]
I'm happy for you though, Thanatos. And Zagreus, too. It couldn't have happened to people I like more!
[Such a typical response. Why is he not surprised that Hypnos would have that kind of wager with Dusa of all people. He looks discomforted by that particular revelation, though it's not that difficult to make Thanatos uncomfortable.]
I won't say I know what I'm doing with regards to any of it, but Zagreus seems content.
[That is, he seems content to wait for whatever pace Thanatos wants to set, which is terrible since Death Incarnate has absolutely no clue of how to have that kind of relationship with someone.]
Best news, is even if you have no idea, you have forever to figure it out.
[ There's a touch of amusement because he's the last person to give advice in a situation like this. He is, genuinely, happy for Thanatos and Zagreus, therefore he doesn't want to offer a piece of advice on a subject he has zero knowledge for. ]
So don't worry so hard, brother! You'll figure it out.
[ He's sure of it. Thanatos is clever enough. He knows Zagreus well, too. ]
[Thanatos huffs out a sharp sigh. He doesn't doubt how Zagreus feels nor how he himself feels but things are certainly different here than they would ever be in the House. He doesn't have his job here - nothing to keep him away. Zagreus can have far more of his time.
He doesn't know if it would ever work should they be released from Avalon and he's been trying quite hard not to think about it.
Thankfully, any further delving into the subject is interrupted by their arrival at the place Thanatos was taking his brother to. It's a restaurant, and the woman on the door seems to recognise the stern death god as the two of them walk in.]
If you like it, probably. How many times have you been here?
[ He seems to gather that Thanatos is recognized, so he keeps the question simple when he asks. For every doubt Thanatos may have, Hypnos is confident in the two of them because it's them.
Well, it's Zagreus.
Zagreus is someone Hypnos trusts almost as much as he trusts Thanatos. Which is to say that it's quite a lot since there's no person that exists he trusts or cares about as much as Thanatos. That's what it means to be a twin to Hypnos.
So he's hopeful for his brother, he has to be. Because he wants nothing more than for his brother, above all, to be happy. ]
[More than once. He's tall enough and unusual enough in both appearance and stature that he tends to be recognised only the second time he visits a place, though. It's not something he's found that he enjoys - this whole... being perceived.
They're shown to a table and seated, and a pitcher of water with two glasses are placed down not more than a minute later. Thanatos pours them both a glassful out and then sits back, letting out a soft breath.]
There isn't a menu, as such. You can choose what you want.
[Along the wall is a long line of options, and set behind that is a visible kitchen area where several people are working. In a cabinet at the far end is a display of colourful desserts.]
[ Hypnos glances between his brother and the others here in the restaurant. He's surprised that his brother's only answer is 'enough'. So Hypnos can conclude it's probably been, at least, a few times. His e yes shift, settling in to look at the line of options, and dessert, then back at his brother. ]
I've never seen anything like it, Thanatos!
[ Which, presumably, Thanatos would know. He doesn't exactly leave his place often. ]
I don't really go out to eat so -- you know. This is pretty neat.
[ And he takes a sip of the water, taking it all in. ]
[He can't help the faint smile as Hypnos enthuses over the place. It's good to be able to show his brother something new, and... yes, he has been here a few times. Enough to be recognised when he walks in, though he isn't easy to miss to begin with.]
It's my treat, so you can go up and get something whenever you're ready.
[Spending time with Hypnos has become strangely normal to him already. It stirs up memories of when they used to be together all the time.]
[ He stands, though he returns to slouching without a second thought. Maybe it's because he's in a room with a bunch of mortal people. Maybe it's because it's not just him and Thanatos. He doesn't really think about it. He decides to go for -- well, some steamed vegetables and what looks like a wrap, perhaps? He noticed there was chicken and some other things inside. He's not a picky eater by any stretch, so he'll try anything. He's decided he won't gun right for the desserts, but he will. After he eats what he's picked out. ]
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I wondered if you'd like to spend some time with me.
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Anytime you want to hang out.
I'll say yes. No matter what.
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I'll remember.
Meet me outside the inn in 20 minutes.
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I'll be there.
[ And he will be there, even a few minutes early because he lives in the hotel and it's not like he goes very many places. All he had to do was change into something that wasn't too hot since it was starting to get warm outside and regretfully, too hot for hoodies sometimes. Still pants and top are oversized, and he's wearing some comfy sneakers. He almost could be mistaken for human. ]
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It's warm out there, after all.
He looks at his twin for a few long, silent moments. Thanatos shifts in place, then he reaches out and lightly clasps Hypnos' upper arm. Just for a second.]
Come on.
[Even in the short amounts of time they've been able to spent together over the years, they've never done something like this. Still... Thanatos is confident that his brother will enjoy himself.]
You look comfortable.
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Well, I look comfortable because I am. It's weird dressing like this, you know?
[ An amused glance. ]
But humans got a few things right - and that's comfortable clothing. I'd never say it's better than what I have from home, but it at least compares.
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Mm. [Outside of his usual garb he's found a style of clothing that is comfortable for him, but he's still getting used to the idea of buttons.]
As long as you can fall asleep in it, hm?
[Normally, there would be a barb attached to that kind of statement. When he says it now though it's with only a certain kind of fondness.]
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[ He answers almost immediately. He doesn't sense that it's a jab at him, so he answers it earnestly. He is happy, to be honest. When he's walking with Thanatos, he puts in a sincere effort to not let his gaze seem like he's looking down at his brother. ]
Did you have something planned today, brother?
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[Thanatos doesn't address the first statement, because of course Hypnos would say something like that. It would be very easy to mistake the most important thing in his twin's existence as being sleep, but Thanatos knows very well that that isn't the case.]
I do have something planned. [He says then, glancing up at his twin.] We're going to get something to eat.
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Something to eat? [ He'd be happy just standing in the sun with his brother, but to actually do something together. Thanatos might catch a happy sigh. ] I like the sound of that a lot, Thanatos.
[ No brother, just - his name. But it's intentional, because it's still quite affectionate sounding from him. He might look just a small bit brighter at the invitation. ]
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[It's... nice. It's nice to be able to spend time with Hypnos without having to rush off back to work, and without being irritated with his twin for being asleep on the job yet again.
Hypnos had never made a secret of wanting to be around him, though his suggestions with regards to how they might achieve it had always fallen flat as far as Thanatos was concerned, but he had never thought there would come a time when it would actually be possible.
He looks up again, noting mentally how his twin isn't slouching. Not missing how happy he looks. Thanatos smiles very slightly.]
And I wanted to talk to you. About Zagreus.
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It's a weirdly nice change. He tilts his head towards his twin when he speaks.
Is that a smile that he sees? Just a hint of one, a spark of one? Hypnos, being who he is, assumes that the smile has nothing to do with him and is about Zagreus. Which seems only natural to him. Zagreus had that impact on people around him. ]
What's wrong with him? Is he dying again?
[ Sorry, Than. ]
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[Bad joke, Hypnos! Thanatos scowls up at his twin briefly, but there's no real venom in it.]
No. [Again, a little softer, and he closes his eyes for a moment. It's still very... very new, and strange, and he still hasn't fully resolved how he feels about the entire thing, but it's definitely happening.]
We talked, a few nights ago. And he-- well, he kissed me. And I kissed him. And I suppose we're... together, now.
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[ He nudges Thanatos' arm almost playfully. He's happy for his brother. Legitimately and honestly. He's happy. And Zagreus is happy. And that's the very least he could ask for for them. ]
I think Dusa might owe me money now.
[ It's almost a mutter when he says that. ]
I'm happy for you though, Thanatos. And Zagreus, too. It couldn't have happened to people I like more!
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[Such a typical response. Why is he not surprised that Hypnos would have that kind of wager with Dusa of all people. He looks discomforted by that particular revelation, though it's not that difficult to make Thanatos uncomfortable.]
I won't say I know what I'm doing with regards to any of it, but Zagreus seems content.
[That is, he seems content to wait for whatever pace Thanatos wants to set, which is terrible since Death Incarnate has absolutely no clue of how to have that kind of relationship with someone.]
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[ There's a touch of amusement because he's the last person to give advice in a situation like this. He is, genuinely, happy for Thanatos and Zagreus, therefore he doesn't want to offer a piece of advice on a subject he has zero knowledge for. ]
So don't worry so hard, brother! You'll figure it out.
[ He's sure of it. Thanatos is clever enough. He knows Zagreus well, too. ]
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He doesn't know if it would ever work should they be released from Avalon and he's been trying quite hard not to think about it.
Thankfully, any further delving into the subject is interrupted by their arrival at the place Thanatos was taking his brother to. It's a restaurant, and the woman on the door seems to recognise the stern death god as the two of them walk in.]
I think you'll like it here.
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[ He seems to gather that Thanatos is recognized, so he keeps the question simple when he asks. For every doubt Thanatos may have, Hypnos is confident in the two of them because it's them.
Well, it's Zagreus.
Zagreus is someone Hypnos trusts almost as much as he trusts Thanatos. Which is to say that it's quite a lot since there's no person that exists he trusts or cares about as much as Thanatos. That's what it means to be a twin to Hypnos.
So he's hopeful for his brother, he has to be. Because he wants nothing more than for his brother, above all, to be happy. ]
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[More than once. He's tall enough and unusual enough in both appearance and stature that he tends to be recognised only the second time he visits a place, though. It's not something he's found that he enjoys - this whole... being perceived.
They're shown to a table and seated, and a pitcher of water with two glasses are placed down not more than a minute later. Thanatos pours them both a glassful out and then sits back, letting out a soft breath.]
There isn't a menu, as such. You can choose what you want.
[Along the wall is a long line of options, and set behind that is a visible kitchen area where several people are working. In a cabinet at the far end is a display of colourful desserts.]
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I've never seen anything like it, Thanatos!
[ Which, presumably, Thanatos would know. He doesn't exactly leave his place often. ]
I don't really go out to eat so -- you know. This is pretty neat.
[ And he takes a sip of the water, taking it all in. ]
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It's my treat, so you can go up and get something whenever you're ready.
[Spending time with Hypnos has become strangely normal to him already. It stirs up memories of when they used to be together all the time.]
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Thanks, Thanatos!
[ He stands, though he returns to slouching without a second thought. Maybe it's because he's in a room with a bunch of mortal people. Maybe it's because it's not just him and Thanatos. He doesn't really think about it. He decides to go for -- well, some steamed vegetables and what looks like a wrap, perhaps? He noticed there was chicken and some other things inside. He's not a picky eater by any stretch, so he'll try anything. He's decided he won't gun right for the desserts, but he will. After he eats what he's picked out. ]
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wanna wind this up?
yessssss