[ when the other takes his hand, the prince's face practically glows red from his blush - Corrin ... couldn't believe it. He really ... felt the same way? but bless his sheltered little heart: he didn't know how romantic advances usually went down, or what the end result looked like when you confessed your feelings to someone. due to all the insecurities he had (along with the display on the ship when he broke down crying), he could only ever have assumed the worst. with articuno, he only shared what he had experienced on the surface, but not the details. details like how he was regarded as a prisoner when he was stolen by the king; how he was starved and whipped. only by befriending the maids, butlers and royal siblings did Corrin feel that he survived the ordeal. the imprint had left a gigantic scar which opened a lot of old wounds when he confronted them on the airship, but ...
the very concept that despite this, despite all his hurt and pain - and how much he had suffered - that he was still capable of love, just ... took his breath away.
he could hardly find the words. ]
I ... of course that's all right with me. I ... I can't believe you feel the same.
[ he gazes up intently at the other with his heart practically beating in his ears. ]
[ confession all done, sandalphon could only bask in the joy that came with being accepted. to love and to be loved— wasn’t that what lucifer would have wanted, he asks himself. he also enjoys how corrin is just as bright red as he is— and being asked for a kiss only makes the angel flush even deeper red. was he ready for a kiss?
…
it doesn’t matter.
the angel takes his free hand to cradle corrin’s face, reveling in the touch for a moment or two before pressing their lips together as gently as he could. soft and pillowy, with the lightest taste of tea. he quite liked it. it felt right to do this.
after what felt like forever (he wishes it was forever), he pulls away. ]
[ it was as if the entire world stopped moving when they kissed, and the hand cradling his face practically had his heart doing backflips. he was glowing with happy endorphins and couldn't believe how nice this kiss felt the second time around, now that he knew that the brunette had feelings for him too.
when they part, Corrin smiles playfully, his cheeks bright and rosy with colour. ]
Heehee. You taste like coffee. [ he giggles ] but that's just something I'm going to have to get used to, isn't it?
[ while Corrin didn't like the taste of coffee, he realised that enjoyed tasting it on Sandalphon's lips. because ... well. it was him. a thought he was going to very much keep to himself due to how unbelievably corny it was. ]
What else did you expect me to taste like? [ a raised eyebrow. sandalphon knew he drank coffee on the daily, there were no exceptions to that rule. if anything, corrin only tasted like fast food and sweets, but there was no way the angel was going to point that out. keep that in the files, given that there was a whole lot of space in corrin's estate. ]
Regardless... it's a relief I can be open with both you and myself. Being in... a relationship? [ what was the name for it again? ] Is still brand new to me, so please forgive me if I make some mistakes along the way.
Mm. [ Corrin makes an amused sound at that remark. it's kind of funny, really - he was such an outgoing and talkative guy, but in the company of his ... crush? boyfriend? he felt far more shy than normal. he closes his hand over Sandalphon's reassuringly, speaking in a gentle soft voice. ]
It's brand new to me too. You have nothing to worry about. We can navigate it together.
[ it definitely lifted a weight off his shoulders, being able to dedicate himself fully to the relationship without being seen as clueless. corrin being so reassuring definitely helped. ]
Then... I believe we would be considered boyfriends? Due to us being both male and all...
[ hearing Sandalphon say it like that made it ... all the more real, wow. Corrin blushes and gently runs his thumb across Sandalphon's hand, which he was still holding onto. ]
Yeah, I think that's right. [ he withdraws his hand finally and exhales a happy sigh. ] I like the sound of that.
I do as well. [ at least that was settled. but when corrin pulled his hand away, he wanted to chase it, hold it for longer... but he refrained from doing so. that contact felt... nice. ] It feels... right.
[ he does as asked, light blush prevalent on his still slightly confused face. what was this supposed to achieve, he's unsure, but he's going to try regardless. ]
I... I suppose you are. Thank you, again. For accepting me.
[ the dragon giggles. so cute! Sandalphon's manner of phrasing was just ... so cute! ]
You're adorable. You know that, right? How can I not accept you? [ the prince smiles at him and pulls him into a tighter hug, leaning up to kiss him on the lips. ] I should be the one thanking you. I feel so lucky.
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[ when the other takes his hand, the prince's face practically glows red from his blush - Corrin ... couldn't believe it. He really ... felt the same way? but bless his sheltered little heart: he didn't know how romantic advances usually went down, or what the end result looked like when you confessed your feelings to someone. due to all the insecurities he had (along with the display on the ship when he broke down crying), he could only ever have assumed the worst. with articuno, he only shared what he had experienced on the surface, but not the details. details like how he was regarded as a prisoner when he was stolen by the king; how he was starved and whipped. only by befriending the maids, butlers and royal siblings did Corrin feel that he survived the ordeal. the imprint had left a gigantic scar which opened a lot of old wounds when he confronted them on the airship, but ...
the very concept that despite this, despite all his hurt and pain - and how much he had suffered - that he was still capable of love, just ... took his breath away.
he could hardly find the words. ]
I ... of course that's all right with me. I ... I can't believe you feel the same.
[ he gazes up intently at the other with his heart practically beating in his ears. ]
... Sandalphon. Would you kiss me?
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…
it doesn’t matter.
the angel takes his free hand to cradle corrin’s face, reveling in the touch for a moment or two before pressing their lips together as gently as he could. soft and pillowy, with the lightest taste of tea. he quite liked it. it felt right to do this.
after what felt like forever (he wishes it was forever), he pulls away. ]
How was that…?
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when they part, Corrin smiles playfully, his cheeks bright and rosy with colour. ]
Heehee. You taste like coffee. [ he giggles ] but that's just something I'm going to have to get used to, isn't it?
[ while Corrin didn't like the taste of coffee, he realised that enjoyed tasting it on Sandalphon's lips. because ... well. it was him.
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Regardless... it's a relief I can be open with both you and myself. Being in... a relationship? [ what was the name for it again? ] Is still brand new to me, so please forgive me if I make some mistakes along the way.
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It's brand new to me too. You have nothing to worry about. We can navigate it together.
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[ it definitely lifted a weight off his shoulders, being able to dedicate himself fully to the relationship without being seen as clueless. corrin being so reassuring definitely helped. ]
Then... I believe we would be considered boyfriends? Due to us being both male and all...
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Yeah, I think that's right. [ he withdraws his hand finally and exhales a happy sigh. ] I like the sound of that.
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[ Corrin looks at Sandalphon with a big, wide smile on his face and sparkling hopeful eyes. he pats the empty space on the sofa beside him. ]
... Do you want to cuddle for a bit?
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but despite those fears, sandalphon nods and slowly sinks down into the sofa and leans into corrin's arms. ]
... is this how you do it?
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Mmhmmm. You can put your arms around me too ... I promise I'm pretty soft.
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I... I suppose you are. Thank you, again. For accepting me.
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You're adorable. You know that, right? How can I not accept you? [ the prince smiles at him and pulls him into a tighter hug, leaning up to kiss him on the lips. ] I should be the one thanking you. I feel so lucky.
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No, that title belongs to you. [ he lets himself lean into the hug as well, sighing contentedly. ] I suppose we're both lucky then.