thedispatch | (no subject)

[ Her smile falters just so. ]

Thank you for continuing to stay by me, despite the mess I've gotten us into.

[ He nods, eyes drifting to stare at nothing in particular in the background. He's silent for a bit. ]

How are you feeling? Mentally.

[ His silence makes her uneasy. She hopes that he isn't thinking twice about it, now. ]

I can't stop thinking about it. But not for the reasons I should. [ Grell starts, quietly. ] I don't feel guilty for taking his life. The only regret I feel is how it's impacted ours.

We have both been surprisingly calm about the situation. Which I am not sure is a good thing.

[ His brow furrows as he thinks back on the sight. ]

[ Wearily watching his features, she seems a bit more optimistic when taking in his words. ]

You're faring well, then?

I am rather indifferent about it. As if it were a normality in my life.

[ That brings the greatest sigh of relief. ]

I'd thought that I would be to blame for years of night terrors to come.

I am not saying it was a pleasant sight. I was rather fearful for you. But knowing that you are okay puts that fear to rest.

[ Nodding, she reaches out to settle her free hand beneath his cheek. ]

I am.

Good.

[ With that, he slinks his arms around her, pulling her into a warm embrace. The remaining blankets are curled around them, as well, before William gives her a gentle kiss. ]

[ What she doesn't tell him is that she is, perhaps, too okay with what's come to past. She's overcome her fear to fight back, and it made her feel-- otherworldly. It was intoxicating, the blood so beautiful ..

But being in William's presence, taking in his scent, it grounds her. She breathes another happy sigh being in his embrace, melting into her kiss with a croon. ]

[ Pulling back, just slightly, William gives a short yawn. ]

Pardon me. [ He apologises for yawning right in her face. ] I suppose that means we should get some sleep. Especially if I'm to attend work one last time tomorrow.

[ With a breathy little laugh, she kisses the corner of William's mouth as he continues on; wordlessly, saying it's fine. ]

Mn, of course... Though, I must admit, I'm not entirely fond of the idea, being apart right now.

Are you scared of being alone?

[ The question has him sounding rather concerned. He almost feels guilty he hadn't considered that possibility. ]

[ After a brief moment of consideration, she cants her head. ]

I'm afraid of the possibility that if something were to happen, we may not find one another again.

It was merely an idea to distract from any initial suspicion. Perhaps that doesn't matter much, since the next day will won't be there.

[ He hums thoughtfully. ]

If it worried you, then we can leave tomorrow.

I understand the thought behind it. Perhaps I'm being irrational.

[ With a frown, she shifts lower to nestle herself beneath his chin. ]

No. I understand your thoughts on it. I also feel a bit uneasy leaving you by yourself.

[ He rubs comfortingly at her lower back. ]

I'm more worried about leaving you with other people, I think.

[ Slinking her arms about his middle more snugly, she relaxes considerably. ]

I'm not sure I understand what you mean with that.

[ Despite the topic, William's glad Grell can relax. ]

I mean that people are so generally awful, and so, I think it's more dangerous to be around them than alone.

[ Slipping her hands beneath his shirt, she lightly rakes her nails over his skin. ]

[ The attention gets him to shiver, slightly. ]

Then tell me you would like to leave tomorrow. I will do so if that's what will make you most comfortable.

No, you're right... Going will give us more time to make our way out of here.

[ She mutters with a sigh, her palms smoothing over his back after. ]

Perhaps you can find reason to be dismissed early, though?

I will try.

[ His eyes shut, enjoying the feel of her hands along his back. ]

Anything to see you happy.

[ She presses a kiss to his neck, hands continuing to make slow work of his back. ]

Thank you, my love. Let's speak of it further in the morning, then.