perfectplaces | CALL MY BUTT OUT

[Heigo's apartment is an odd place, in that it's packed to bursting with his things and yet nearly devoid of personality because of his meticulous organization. If it were more upscale, it might have the faux-occupied look of a Better Homes and Gardens spread - as it is, his home more closely resembles an unusually cozy storage facility.

That's why he laughs at Shuji's statement: not because he disbelieves the words but because he absolutely believes Shuji could still come to appreciate this poky little space he's called home for too long.]

Do you? [He wraps Shuji up in his arms easily, comfortably, like he's done it every day of his life.] I've been thinking that I'm past due for an upgrade, actually. I hope that wouldn't upset you too much.

[Heigo should write a self-help book for organization.

Shuji leans into Heigo's hold. Warm, comfortable, perfect.]

As long as you're there, anywhere is fine.

[Shuji really is in love too, isn't he? Not that Heigo didn't believe him, but his unabashedly sentimental statements are so in line with Heigo's most secret desires that it's obvious they're on the same page.

Maybe it's worth suggesting, then...]

Mmm, I feel the same about you, if I'm honest. Anywhere that you are would work for me.

[... not a suggestion, but a clear enough hint? Hopefully?]

...If you're looking for an upgrade, there's plenty of free space at the library.

[It's not too bold, even if Shuji is misinterpreting Heigo's hint. The library has large numbers of dorm rooms, so Heigo wouldn't have to share a bedroom with Shuji. Except he obviously would.]

You'll never run out of reading material.

[That's the perfect compromise, really. They'd begin in a fairly neutral space, all things considered, where they could learn to co-exist and see if it's viable for the future. Moving to a dorm room would also mean that Heigo couldn't just shift all his things into a new bland apartment, and really, how much of this does he need now that he's left accounting? How much of it did he ever need?

His time with Retrospec now feels more like his real life than anything that came before, even if he's far from making peace with the third life it's revealed to him. He's perfectly poised for a fresh start with a clean slate, if he can just find the courage to accept it.]

That sounds ideal. If I plan to make my entire living as a writer, I'll need lots of inspiration around me.

We can help with that. Plenty of books, a nice garden...

[Shuji will never really be at peace with his third life, but he wouldn't trade Retrospec leading him to meet Heigo again for anything.]

And I wouldn't have to go as far to see my boyfriend.

[The first time he's used that word for what they are.]

[Of course that's what they are now, but hearing it aloud still makes Heigo suck in a startled gasp. He cups Shuji's cheek in one palm, the other arm still wrapped tight around him, and takes this perfect moment to give Shuji the kiss he's saved until they left the B&B - deep and devouring, intent on claiming Shuji entirely for his own.]

[It's the right time for that kiss. Now, more than ever, Shuji is Heigo's.

Shuji returns the kiss with as much passion as Heigo puts into it, opening his mouth to Heigo immediately. He quivers in Heigo's hold, but not because he can't support himself - this is a shiver of anticipation.

He threads one hand through Heigo's hair and thinks that it'll be a miracle if they make it to the bedroom.]

CALL MY BUTT OUT

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