thedispatch | Forgiven

[ It's not the biggest of bathtubs, probably why Grell wanted him to mention a larger tub when he went to inquire about a new flat for them to share. But, the close quarters is hardly something to complain about as William climbs in after her. Choosing to scoot her forward and take the place behind her, he slides each of his legs along her sides until he's able to lean comfortably against the slanted back of the tub. ]

[ Grell giggles as she's scooted forward, but is happy to accommodate-- especially once she's able to settle against him. Her hands trail up and over his knees with a croon. ]

Mn, I'd be quite content to start every morning this way.

Edited 2019-06-02 06:12 (UTC)

I may have to agree. Though, this seems like it may be better as a way to relax before bedtime.

[ Scooping up some water, the funnels it over her back. Thankfully her shorter hair allows him to rather than having a lap full of her red locks. ]

Choose a soap and I will wash your back.

[ Glancing at all the bottles again, he's not making that decision. ]

Ah, perhaps you're right about that.

[ With a chuckle, she's already leaning in against her knees, very content to have him pay her such attention. With the command, she hums in approval. She shuffles through them to find the same rose-scented soap that she'd chosen before; apparently, she has a favourite. ]

Were you expected to come in with me again today?

Not expected. But I was planning to, regardless.

[ Perhaps he's still stuck in his work rhythm and doesn't realize it. Or perhaps he wishes to be there as support after seeing her so drained yesterday. Either way, he takes the bottle, nodding as he recalls the scent. If he had to pair any scent with Grell, this would probably be it, and it gives him an oddly comforting feeling, he thinks.

The pink soap is pours into his hand before he begins to massage it into the skin, focusing on her shoulders where he imagines some aches may be from having her arms restricted last night. ]

Oh~? You know I'd be happy to have you.

[ When he'd offered to wash her back, she didn't expect him to take such care. Breath deepening, her head gradually lulls forward. When he finds just the spot, she sighs a pleased groan. ]

But-- perhaps you should take the day for yourself. Or, at the very least, go submit the request for our new flat, instead!

[ He focuses on the knot, kneading it with his thumbs in tight circular motions. ]

I will be speaking with them about the flat. And to find out where my things have disappeared to. We may have to go shopping for clothing sooner than I'd hoped. If only so I can get through more than three days without doing laundry.

[ Her breath shakes just so-- that fine line between pain and pleasure, but in a different sense. Still makes her want to fuck him senseless, though. Or vice versa. ]

Mn, sounds like a plan♥.

[ As the muscles of her shoulder loosen, William spoons some more water up, rinsing the bubbles from her skin. Then he's pulling her back against him, hands drifting to her chest to continue washing. ]

I will stay through your lunch break, at least. You'll need to leave me your key to let myself back in afterwards.

[ Grell relaxes into him, head resting back onto his shoulder. ]

Mn, deal. Eating lunch together would undoubtedly keep me in better spirits.

[ She raises an arm, reaching back to rub along his neck, and up into his hair, eyes drifting closed. ]

Enough to keep me to snapping a mop over someone's head, at least.

I better not hear of you acting like that.

[ He sounds serious, but certainly not as stern and cold as usual. Her massaging his scalp probably has something to do with that. ]

I don't want to have to babysit you every day.

You won't. Goodness.

[ Something between endeared and annoyed, she gently rakes her nails along the base of his skull. ]

While you're welcome to visit me anytime, I won't have you using me as an excuse to work. You addict.

I'm not addicted to work.

[ He sounds way too defensive. ]

If you hadn't noticed, I looked forward to clocking out each day. The lot of you made that exceptionally difficult to achieve.

So you say, but you take it very seriously.

[ Craning her neck but just a bit more, she cups his cheek, so that she may press a kiss to his other. ]

Not that your serious nature is a bad thing, mind.

[ Still, he's not to keen on hearing he was focusing entirely on work all the time. He knows he was, but it seems the thing that got him into a lot of this mess was what he fell back on to try and forget it all. ]

Just... [ He pauses as she kisses his cheek. ] Tell me if I'm getting to distant. Sometimes I feel as though I can't tell.

[ Grell peers up at him for a moment, lips softening into a fond smile. ]

Oh, darling, I won't let you stray far. Trust me.

Yes, I doubt you'll keep any disappointment in me to yourself.

[ That insecurity dealt with, he returns to massaging her chest. His palms brush over her nipples almost as if he's fondling absent breasts. ]

[ Grell rolls her eyes with a snerk. ]

Well, yes, I suppose I am rather forthright...

[ Oh, but that thought doesn't last long. Not only does the attention to those erogenous points make her breath flutter, the particular attention he gives them is wonderfully indulgent. She licks over her lips with a heady sigh, hand curling into William's short locks. ]

[ Not at all surprised with her approval of his touches, he continues, rubbing at first, then pinching each one firmly. Meanwhile, he grunts faintly at light tugging of his hair. It's odd how he'd never wanted it mussed, yet now he seems to find it rather enjoyable. ]

[ With a sharp breath, her muscles flutter and tense, back arching up into his caresses. ]

Nn-- you wonderful tease...

[ Her opposite hand raises to join it, nails dragging over his scalp. ]

I could easily say the same of you.

[ He leans into the touch of her other hand, enjoying the feeling of her painted nails over his scalp. There's a twist to one nipple, then the other as he rolls them between his fingers. Then he releases them, returning to cupping over the area, massaging in slow circles. ]

[ William leaning into her touch makes the redhead swoon just so, her croon making that quite evident-- though it only last so long, with how his fingers are manipulating her. Her breath carries a moan, thumbs working down his neck. ]

Well, then, be grateful I don't have a better hold on you... Mm♥...

[ With a final tug at each nipple, William retracts his arms, instead pushing her to sit up straight again. He reaches for the bottle Grell had handed him prior before realizing that was body wash and not shampoo. Best to ask and avoid her shrieking that he's used the wrong product on her hair! ]

Which of these do you use on your hair?

[ Good call, William. Good call.

After taking a moment to come to her senses, she reaches for one of the more elaborate bottles, advertising something along the lines of offering superior strength and shine. It also smells warm and sweet, which is a bonus. ]

This. [ Grell hands it to him, then gesturing to another that looks similar; its conditioner. ] And then, this.

[ Now able to read the label without glasses, he raises an eyebrow at the claims the product boasts. Then shaking his head skeptically, he sets about wetting her hair. The shampoo is added and he runs his fingers through her hair to evenly disperse it. ]

What time are you do in? Did you even bother to look?

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject

no subject