[He tugs on the bond a little mentally, trying to get a sense of where Eren is in the city. He thinks he has an idea after a moment. It's good practice anyway, testing the power of the bond and his skill with it.]
[ elliot doesn’t get a written response back— only a twinge of a challenge unsaid, and accepted all at once.
eren isn’t one to make a habit of fleeing, he’s usually the one doing the hunting. he wouldn’t mind reverse hunting though, the same that he once did with kaede on the full moon: hunt him down until you’re close enough to turn the tables.
the dragon doesn’t stay in one place, so good luck. ]
[Elliot wasn't much of a hunter, but in a way it was a bit exciting. He could feel Eren's playfulness through the bond, making him guess he's not going to make it easy for him.
Well, he'll still do his best to follow the thread of the bond, traveling to the area he feels it. It takes longer than ten minutes because Eren's on the move, but eventually he reaches a spot where he feels like he's close by...even if he can't see him
hmm...He starts looking around, trying to get a visual]
[ the harbor is where elliot would find the part dragon, surprisingly distracted enough that he's stopped moving around (what probably made it easier to catch up to him. he's watching a sunset go pink, the salty waves slushing against the docks and the seagulls that ride the drifts of winds.
eren is focused on the sea, and wonders here, with an almost saddened bit of curiosity: what's on the other side of this ocean? ]
[ Oh, there he is. Soon his Bonded comes into sight. It surprises him a little how Eren was making no effort to hide like he expected. From the way he was looking out, had he been distracted by the sunset on the ocean? It was a beautiful sight. Elliot hadn't seen the ocean until he was a teenager, so he can get the awe seeing that watery horizon brings.
But there's also no mistaking the sadness tangled with the curiosity. He doesn't have the context for it, but he could speculate a few reasons. Eren can't go out in the ocean with water being his weakness. And even if he could....time was a serious matter.
...
Not wanting to ruin this moment for Eren with words, he won't approach him. Instead, he'll pull out the violin he had been carrying with him and begin to play. A gentle, hopeful and soothing melody, not invasive but rather meant to accompany this moment.
[ one tongue flick, a second, then the start of a violin gets eren’s attention to spin instantly. there was a bond there and he hadn’t been so focused in moving away from it.
. . . he forgot to keep walking. though, it wasn’t like he’d interrupt him now either. this wasn’t the place he had planned on coming to. it smelled like fish, and sweat, but.
there’s music by elliot, and a colorful sunset. whatever his emotions were earlier snap like rope too strained, and forgotten they were. ]
[Not surprise the music caught his attention, he'll smile at him as he keeps playing. He keeps it as one of his shorter pieces, playing long enough to make it a nice moment before wrapping it up eloquently.
He seems very pleased with himself as he lowers his violin]
[ it’s beautiful, nonetheless. eren’s self is calm when he approaches just as the final note soothes out an end to the tune. he doesn’t dare touch the violin, but his hand does clap over the musician’s elbow.
he glances around, no where to sit but the docks— it might even be a good idea to leave and find a bench just outside of bustling city borders. ]
[He appreciates the respect towards the violin. He smiles up at him, standing up on his tiptoes to give him a quick peck on the cheek before lowering himself again]
Oh I don't know, it reminds me a little of the harbor back home.
[It did smell, but he didn't mind it. His friends fish enough and leave him with enough fish to cook that he's very used to the smell]
Did you have somewhere else in mind? I got the feeling you weren't expecting to be found here.
[He'll look over at where Eren's indicating, taking it in. A bench a bit from the harbor, overlooking the sea. A nice quiet spot.
He looks up at Eren, giving him a soft smile before he takes Eren hand and start walking towards the bench. Through the bond, it's pretty clear what he thinks: it's perfect.]
[ then the cute award goes to . . . eliot craig! god damn. you win with flying colors. one hand curls into elliot's, fine points of claws scratching at his palm but with cautioned lightness. eren holds the strap of his bag to his shoulder in the other hand, preparing to slip it off and too his lap as he sits.
that very bag is handed to him, on his lap. it's moderately heavy, but not by too much. he'll find a parcel in there, once he stretches out the strings that keep the bag shut. elliot will just have to keep digging. ]
There's something else that's perfect.
[ hiccup's one-size-fits-all deal (no i'm kidding) ]
[Cuteness is what he excels at. Claws or not, he won't pull his hand away until they reach the bench. There, he sits close enough to Eren that their legs are touching. His violin case gets set to the other side of him, so his lap is free when the parcel is handed to him]
Oh? [His eyes light up, connecting that Eren got him something] You got me something? Aw, thank you Eren...
[He'll dig in the bag, pulling out whatever was in there. ]
Is this...some kind of outfit? [He's trying to work it out as he pulls it out]
[ it's wrapped in leather, and under that— more leather. a leather outfit that connects together in places that are rough, thick, meant for protecting the chest and shoulders, one's sides. the armor shines when light bounces off it, because it's lined with the same reflecting color that shimmers off of eren's face scales.
well, those are his scales, after a close inspection. armor made with them from top to bottom. blacks, oranges, reds and the occasional indigo! it's all there, as if eren's body hugged his on the night of the full moons. ]
[He unfolds it all and holds it out in front of him. His eyes light up as he realizes what he's looking at, clearly impressed. Leather armor, reinforced with scales. Scales that look oh so familiar]
Wait, are these your...?
[From the feeling of the bond, it's more rhetorical than confused as fingers run over some of the scales. It feels exactly like the scales he's spent so much time touching on Eren. It had to be his. Eren must've collected the scales that shed from the full moon to make this. It even looked like his size, and lightweight enough that even Elliot could wear it. A craftsmen probably had made it, but Eren had been careful to make sure it was absolutely right, all to keep him safe.]
I...I don't know what to say.
[He means that in the best way possible. He's clearly touched by the armor, and he loves it the more he looks at it. He sets it on his lap to pull off his own vest, leaving his undershirt on, and attempts to put it on himself. He knows what he's doing as he does so, he wore armor before back in Thors.]
[ if he needs help with it (at least around back straps), eren reaches and adjusts them just right, buckle to buckle. once he’s turned around and can see the shimmer up and down—
yeah. he’s proud. ]
I said it’d be perfect. [ ✨!!! ] Hiccup did the handy work and I gave the scales.
[ well, he said something would be. the size was an excellent fit, just the way he had hoped for. hiccup was his boy and this was fantastic. ]
It’s fire-proof, [ self explanatory! and with his fist, he jabs into elliot’s side— something more like a push. ] and it’ll help dull down most blows.
[He appreciates the help, turning when appropriate so Eren can get to those backs straps. As far as armor went, the fit was surprisingly comfortable. It'd been clearly designed and made with size and build in mind- a far cry from the armor that was often big on him that he found himself wearing back home.]
Hiccup huh? Guess he would know how to work with dragon scales. [What with that guy's dragon riding and all. He listens to Eren, moving his body with the jab though it didn't hurt at all] You were right, it is perfect.
[There's a clear smile on his face, he loves it. He reaches his hand up to cup Eren's cheek, thumb stroking the skin affectionately.]
Thank you. [There are such warm and fond feelings coming from him] Though now I feel a little showed up. I was planning to surprise you with a water proof charm, but I still need more time to perfect it. I mean ... unless you wanna feel moist all the time.
I think I can wait. [ but honestly!! there’s no rush or the need to feel like he needs to give something in return so quickly. eren shakes his head, and pulls his hand up to cradle the one at his cheek. ] Gifts are gifts. You’re supposed to give them, not wait for something back.
. . . It still would’ve been a surprise if you didn’t tell me.
[not moisture! Just constantly feeling moist. You know, the worst part of moisture.]
Haha, oh I know. I just love that expression you give when I manage to amaze you. And with how amazed I'm feeling right now, it made me think of that.
[The way his eyes light up and that feeling of wonder and awe manages to break through Eren's normally guarded stance. It was a sight to behold. A glimpse at who Eren was underneath all the weathering the world had caused.]
It's fine though, I got other irons in the fire even if you know about that one~ [Studying was easier for him when he had a worthwhile goal to work towards. And looking out for someone he cares about? Well, there was no better goal than that]
...I'm really happy. I've never had armor tailored for me before. Mikleo got one too, right? He seems like the type to jump into the fray a lot, so he could use it.
[He's never been in a battle with Mikleo, but he's practice magic enough times to notice how um, blungeon-y Mikleo used his staff]
that's. that explanation is better, though. it raises the dokis from the depths of eren's gut. and one more thing! knowing that there are more tricks up his sleeves just makes him pleasantly curious. ]
And now I'm curious. [ a joke! but some truth, all the same. elliot should know instantly that the feeling is mutual, especially when eren's eyes cast up and down to see the shine of his scales on him. ] You don't show it much, [ probably self preservation and anxiety, but, ] but you do, too. Just a little differently.
[He does feel the curiosity and the dokis, that alone makes him smile, or would if he wasn't already. Elliot loved these times with Eren. Just sitting and talking together as they enjoyed each other's company. It was so normal...even if their situation was anything but.]
You'll just have to wait and see. ♪ [He knows it was a joke, so he'll tease in a sing-song manner.
But ah. He's being called out on it.] Aha, is that so? Well, I just like to help where I can. Never really fit the "fiery redhead" cliche though, and I meant more Mikleo likes to get up close and personal in fights instead of ranged.
[Still enough about him. He sure catches Eren's eyes casting up and down on him]
[ there’s no escape now (not that he was even fleeing in the first place). eren, having his hand in elliot’s, brings it to his lap. his lips part, he can say something long and trying, but none of that happens. in reality, what comes is simple but meaningful. ]
I do.
[ soft, short, sweet and honest, enough that eren’s knocking his head forward to gently hit elliot’s forehead— and stay there. ]
[Short words, but meaningful enough that Elliot feels warm and happy from them. His forehead bumps into Eren's, resting against his in a familiar and comforting gesture.]
...Stay out with me tonight. [He's winging this, following a whim.] We can get some hamburgers and... take a walk or go stargazing or I could teach you some billiard games or play music - whatever you'd like.
[Yeah, it sure sounds suspiciously like a date, and maybe it was. Elliot didn't care, if it meant spending more time with Eren.]
You've been cooped up from all that snow right? It could be fun to just enjoy ourselves tonight.
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[He tugs on the bond a little mentally, trying to get a sense of where Eren is in the city. He thinks he has an idea after a moment. It's good practice anyway, testing the power of the bond and his skill with it.]
I'll be there in ten?
Action;
eren isn’t one to make a habit of fleeing, he’s usually the one doing the hunting. he wouldn’t mind reverse hunting though, the same that he once did with kaede on the full moon: hunt him down until you’re close enough to turn the tables.
the dragon doesn’t stay in one place, so good luck. ]
Action;
Well, he'll still do his best to follow the thread of the bond, traveling to the area he feels it. It takes longer than ten minutes because Eren's on the move, but eventually he reaches a spot where he feels like he's close by...even if he can't see him
hmm...He starts looking around, trying to get a visual]
Action;
eren is focused on the sea, and wonders here, with an almost saddened bit of curiosity: what's on the other side of this ocean? ]
Action;
But there's also no mistaking the sadness tangled with the curiosity. He doesn't have the context for it, but he could speculate a few reasons. Eren can't go out in the ocean with water being his weakness. And even if he could....time was a serious matter.
...
Not wanting to ruin this moment for Eren with words, he won't approach him. Instead, he'll pull out the violin he had been carrying with him and begin to play. A gentle, hopeful and soothing melody, not invasive but rather meant to accompany this moment.
Let Eren have this moment, at least. ]
Action;
. . . he forgot to keep walking. though, it wasn’t like he’d interrupt him now either. this wasn’t the place he had planned on coming to. it smelled like fish, and sweat, but.
there’s music by elliot, and a colorful sunset. whatever his emotions were earlier snap like rope too strained, and forgotten they were. ]
Action;
He seems very pleased with himself as he lowers his violin]
Heehee, found you.
Action;
he glances around, no where to sit but the docks— it might even be a good idea to leave and find a bench just outside of bustling city borders. ]
Not the best spot, is it.
[ it, let’s be real. it smells. ]
Action;
Oh I don't know, it reminds me a little of the harbor back home.
[It did smell, but he didn't mind it. His friends fish enough and leave him with enough fish to cook that he's very used to the smell]
Did you have somewhere else in mind? I got the feeling you weren't expecting to be found here.
Action;
Yeah, [ a near sheepish quirk of his lips, before taking elliot's shoulder. ] over there.
[ there’s a lamp post running on magitech to stay alight, with a bench underneath. not so into the harbor but just off the edge of town. ]
Action;
He looks up at Eren, giving him a soft smile before he takes Eren hand and start walking towards the bench. Through the bond, it's pretty clear what he thinks: it's perfect.]
Action;
that very bag is handed to him, on his lap. it's moderately heavy, but not by too much. he'll find a parcel in there, once he stretches out the strings that keep the bag shut. elliot will just have to keep digging. ]
There's something else that's perfect.
[ hiccup's one-size-fits-all deal (no i'm kidding) ]
Action;
Oh? [His eyes light up, connecting that Eren got him something] You got me something? Aw, thank you Eren...
[He'll dig in the bag, pulling out whatever was in there. ]
Is this...some kind of outfit? [He's trying to work it out as he pulls it out]
Action;
well, those are his scales, after a close inspection. armor made with them from top to bottom. blacks, oranges, reds and the occasional indigo! it's all there, as if eren's body hugged his on the night of the full moons. ]
It's a useful one.
Action;
[He unfolds it all and holds it out in front of him. His eyes light up as he realizes what he's looking at, clearly impressed. Leather armor, reinforced with scales. Scales that look oh so familiar]
Wait, are these your...?
[From the feeling of the bond, it's more rhetorical than confused as fingers run over some of the scales. It feels exactly like the scales he's spent so much time touching on Eren. It had to be his. Eren must've collected the scales that shed from the full moon to make this. It even looked like his size, and lightweight enough that even Elliot could wear it. A craftsmen probably had made it, but Eren had been careful to make sure it was absolutely right, all to keep him safe.]
I...I don't know what to say.
[He means that in the best way possible. He's clearly touched by the armor, and he loves it the more he looks at it. He sets it on his lap to pull off his own vest, leaving his undershirt on, and attempts to put it on himself. He knows what he's doing as he does so, he wore armor before back in Thors.]
How's it look?
Action;
yeah. he’s proud. ]
I said it’d be perfect. [ ✨!!! ] Hiccup did the handy work and I gave the scales.
[ well, he said something would be. the size was an excellent fit, just the way he had hoped for. hiccup was his boy and this was fantastic. ]
It’s fire-proof, [ self explanatory! and with his fist, he jabs into elliot’s side— something more like a push. ] and it’ll help dull down most blows.
Action;
Hiccup huh? Guess he would know how to work with dragon scales. [What with that guy's dragon riding and all. He listens to Eren, moving his body with the jab though it didn't hurt at all] You were right, it is perfect.
[There's a clear smile on his face, he loves it. He reaches his hand up to cup Eren's cheek, thumb stroking the skin affectionately.]
Thank you. [There are such warm and fond feelings coming from him] Though now I feel a little showed up. I was planning to surprise you with a water proof charm, but I still need more time to perfect it. I mean ... unless you wanna feel moist all the time.
Action;
I think I can wait. [ but honestly!! there’s no rush or the need to feel like he needs to give something in return so quickly. eren shakes his head, and pulls his hand up to cradle the one at his cheek. ] Gifts are gifts. You’re supposed to give them, not wait for something back.
. . . It still would’ve been a surprise if you didn’t tell me.
Action;
Haha, oh I know. I just love that expression you give when I manage to amaze you. And with how amazed I'm feeling right now, it made me think of that.
[The way his eyes light up and that feeling of wonder and awe manages to break through Eren's normally guarded stance. It was a sight to behold. A glimpse at who Eren was underneath all the weathering the world had caused.]
It's fine though, I got other irons in the fire even if you know about that one~ [Studying was easier for him when he had a worthwhile goal to work towards. And looking out for someone he cares about? Well, there was no better goal than that]
...I'm really happy. I've never had armor tailored for me before. Mikleo got one too, right? He seems like the type to jump into the fray a lot, so he could use it.
[He's never been in a battle with Mikleo, but he's practice magic enough times to notice how um, blungeon-y Mikleo used his staff]
Action;
that's. that explanation is better, though. it raises the dokis from the depths of eren's gut. and one more thing! knowing that there are more tricks up his sleeves just makes him pleasantly curious. ]
And now I'm curious. [ a joke! but some truth, all the same. elliot should know instantly that the feeling is mutual, especially when eren's eyes cast up and down to see the shine of his scales on him. ] You don't show it much, [ probably self preservation and anxiety, but, ] but you do, too. Just a little differently.
You don't take too many affronts.
Action;
You'll just have to wait and see. ♪ [He knows it was a joke, so he'll tease in a sing-song manner.
But ah. He's being called out on it.] Aha, is that so? Well, I just like to help where I can. Never really fit the "fiery redhead" cliche though, and I meant more Mikleo likes to get up close and personal in fights instead of ranged.
[Still enough about him. He sure catches Eren's eyes casting up and down on him]
Like what you see?
Action;
I do.
[ soft, short, sweet and honest, enough that eren’s knocking his head forward to gently hit elliot’s forehead— and stay there. ]
Action;
...Stay out with me tonight. [He's winging this, following a whim.] We can get some hamburgers and... take a walk or go stargazing or I could teach you some billiard games or play music - whatever you'd like.
[Yeah, it sure sounds suspiciously like a date, and maybe it was. Elliot didn't care, if it meant spending more time with Eren.]
You've been cooped up from all that snow right? It could be fun to just enjoy ourselves tonight.