Be Mine - Valentine's Day 2017

[londoncallingmods]

Lucky in love or not, London was a lovely place to find yourself on Valentine's Day. From romantic walks through various parks, to intimate dinners or shared deserts in the many restaurants and cafe's- There was something for everyone, because if wandering or dining wasn't for you, well, there were plenty of organised events to attend.

London couldn't claim to be the city of love, but it was certainly a city of possibilities.

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[just_hex]

"Don't be like that, Fin," he said softly. "I love him and I want something special. You can't tell me you're not doing the same. Will not a fan of candy and roses, I'm guessing?"

[prince_of_nymphs]

"I'm not being like anything, and Will adores both- But he can have them whenever he likes. ...He's a bit hard to shop for is all," the fae shrugged, putting the book back and offering Hex a slightly put on pout.

"Don't be cross with me, I can't help how hurt I am that you've moved on and forgotten me," he sighed, leaning dramatically against a nearby shelf, then grinning. "Do you want a coffee or something? Maybe if we sit and have some caffeine we'll suddenly be inspired."

[just_hex]

"I haven't for-" he started, then cut himself off. His heart sank simply at the thought that they were both here to shop for the men they loved. Hex looked over and spied three books instantly he could think to buy for Fin. He could think of a dozen things he'd come across today in his shopping that would have been perfect for this beautiful man he knew he'd never stop loving.

"...Yeah, a coffee'll do it," he agreed awkwardly.

[prince_of_nymphs]

"Course it will," Fin replied, catching hold of the hem of Hex's shirt and tugging him towards the door. "I just bet one of the cafes are serving coffee with pink cream on it, or something dreadful like that. I can't wait. I'm going to have two. I love themed foods, you know? They always used to seem like a treat for people with more dosh than me- But now I'm those people. I can have the stupid themed food."

[just_hex]

"Er, yeah," he answered dumbly, following along as Fin dragged him out. He'd follow him anywhere even without being tugged. Fin was just that magnetic. To Hex he was, at least.

"I never really thought about it. I like Christmas things, but I never paid much mind to any other holiday."

[prince_of_nymphs]

Fin let go once they were outside, smiling and pulling his coat tight around himself to keep out the chill.

"It's great, all the egg things for Easter, all the hearts for valentine's... I'm a sucker for it all, I have to admit. Maybe it is all a bit precious and ordinary- But I like a bit of precious."

[just_hex]

Hex was quiet for a moment, a long beat after Fin had stopped talking. He zipped up his coat and fell in to step with him, shoulder to shoulder.

"I love the way you see the world," he said. "Things I don't even notice...you never take for granted."

[prince_of_nymphs]

"Well, you're much busier than I am, Hex. You've got lives to save, I'm just some tit in a waistcoat running about pretending to be a time traveller," Fin chuckled, bumping Hex's shoulder with his own. "If you don't notice little details, it's because you're much more focused on the important things. ...And I think that's terribly noble."

[just_hex]

Hex wanted terribly to tell Fin about his new job, but he knew he couldn't. He'd fibbed to Danny, even, telling him only it was a research lab...more money and less dangerous than being a medic. He ached to tell Fin the truth.

"I do my part," was all he said. He was a terrible liar. Even a lie of omission was obvious.

[prince_of_nymphs]

"You do huge things, Hex. Things to be proud of," Fin assured him. "I think you're marvellous."

[just_hex]

Hearing that warmed him throughout and made him forget himself in the moment. He pulled his hand from his pocket and slipped his arm around Fin's waist.

"You're bloody well magnificent," he said as the contact sent a jolt through him.

[prince_of_nymphs]

Fin thought nothing of leaning into it, his worries weren't the same as Hex's. He knew his heart, and it belonged to Will, but he shared it with many. His soul was bound to Will's in a way that made him light up whenever they were near- But that didn't mean he felt anything less for Hex.

He adored the other man, had no friend he considered closer- But on a good day he had sense enough to know Hex needed him to keep his distance. He knew that there was something about his magic that altered the man. Even when he kept it tucked tight to himself, it still seemed to have some kind of hold on Hex.

Or maybe that was just Fin's way of dealing with the things that had happened.

"Shut up," he laughed, reaching for the door of the cafe as they reached it, and frowning when he found it locked. "Closed for a private party? Shit. Hmm, well, I suppose we could just grab tea in the park and find a nice spot to sit."

[just_hex]

Hex kept close, blocking Fin's exit and trapping him close to the door.

"The park is cold," he said. "Why don't we go somewhere warm?"

He was so close he could smell Fin and it made him dizzy. He let his hand fall, only so he could push it up underneath the hem of the man's coat.

[prince_of_nymphs]

Fin went still and quiet, aware that this was wrong- Wrong, because Hex had a boyfriend. Wrong, because he knew his magic had something to do with it. ...He had a theory about that. That maybe Hex was more sensitive to the pull of his magic because he already had feelings and desires, that his magic was just amplifying things. ...And that wasn't so awful, was it? He couldn't help that.

The right thing to do would be to remind Hex of Danny- But Fin was selfish, and not ready to lose this contact just yet. Instead he kept it somewhat innocent, gently brushing Hex's hand away.

"Where would you like to go?" he asked.

[just_hex]

He let Fin brush his hand, but only caught hold of his and twined their fingers together. Hex wet his lips, thinking of exactly where he'd like to go with Fin.

His eyes darkened as his pupils grew wider.

"..."Chips?" he said, then wet his lips. "Maybe they have heart shaped ones or summat..."

[prince_of_nymphs]

Looking down at their clasped hands, Fin sighed softly. Stepping closer, he pulled Hex in and embraced him tightly. Every part of his fae nature was screaming at him to strike now, to take what was so clearly on offer- But he didn't. He couldn't be the one to cross the line Hex had drawn between them.

"You've no idea how hard it is to try and be on my best behaviour when you're near," he said softly. "I wont tempt you, Hex. ...But I wouldn't refuse you either," he confessed.

[just_hex]

"You tempt me just being here," he said. "Just being near. Hearing you. Seeing you...even on telly...I don't know what's wrong with me, Fin."

He closed his eyes and his voice dropped to nearly a whisper.

"I love Danny so much but when I'm with you I just want..."

He could't think of what he wanted, specifically. He just wanted. Wanted Fin. Wanted sex. Wanted love. Wanted.

[prince_of_nymphs]

"You can have room in your heart for more than one person. Wanting me- That doesn't make what you have with Danny anything less pure."

And Danny didn't need to know, did he?

[just_hex]

Didn't it? Hex tried to think but his brain was foggy. Fin smelled so good and he was so close and so inviting. He inched closer until he was pressed tight to him.

Did this make what he had with Danny less pure? Wasn't there something...something itched in the back of mind.

Us against the world, came to him and he closed his eyes. He could picture Danny saying that so clearly.

"I shouldn't," he protested weakly.

[prince_of_nymphs]

"Then don't," Fin said, trying not to sound as annoyed as he felt as he shoved Hex away.

"Bloody hell, just make up your mind. You do this and- Do you not think it gets to me? One moment you're so close, and then you're talking about true love and real relationships. ...Get fucked. Real didn't matter that much when you borrowed me for a night, did it? But oh, better not hurt Danny, right? Precious fucking Danny, who's clearly worth more than me, yeah? Bet you don't swap him out to your mates, do you? No, he's not some whore you can rut up against in front of a coffee shop. He's not some little fantasy you get to entertain when you please and forget in an instant. ...That's just me. Everyone's favourite disposable lover. ...You sure you want to toss me aside already? I'm sure I've got a few good goes left in me."

[just_hex]

Fin's words came at him, piercing through him like a blade. Like a bullet. He had a phantom ache in his chest and he couldn't help but reach up to cover the wound long healed by Winter. That didn't help, though. Pain, real pain, radiated from the place, making his heart beat hurt with every pulse, making his skin and muscles burn.

"Fin, don't..." he said, finding it hard to breathe. The magic that called to him so strongly was just as powerful, but now instead of luring him it it punched through him and made him want to drop to his knees. Anguish furrowed his brow and he turned to take a few steps back.

[prince_of_nymphs]

Fin, however, wasn't doing anything. His magic was as tightly under control as it ever was since he'd learned to keep it in check. The only part of it that had a habit of creeping out was that seductive pull of desire and sexual cravings. Anger though? Not so much.

"I'm not... I'm not doing anything," Fin said calmly, glancing around in search of another source of magic.

[just_hex]

Something dark wound around him, making him hurt in ways he'd never felt. And with pain came fear. A fear like he'd only felt on Halloween. He looked at Fin, then looked away. Surely it was the fae before him. Hex wasn't the most complex man and he simply took it for what it was. Fin was mad, so Fin was hurting him.

"I-I'm sorry," he said. "Please stop..."

It didn't even occur to him to look around. Didn't occur to him to take notice of the enormous fae with the huge afro across the street and down a bit.

[prince_of_nymphs]

"I'm not doing anything," Fin said again, falling silent as his gaze landed on Will.

'Stop it,' he mouthed silently and clearly to the other fae, before reaching for Hex and turning him towards the source of his pain so he could see for himself.

[willysilver]

The pain was enough to make Hex's eyes water and he grabbed at his chest in a feeble attempt to protect himself. And the Fin turned him and he saw Willy.

Their eyes met and the pain stopped. He stood up straight and squared his shoulders, then looked at Fin.

"I have to go. Happy Valentine's day," he said in a dreamy voice and then walked away.

As he did, Willy crossed the street, causing a car to stop for him. He was lazy about it, taking his time until he was on the sidewalk with Fin.

"I would rather like to have today with you alone," he said, expecting his actions to be explained so simply.