PSL: James and Randolph

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[When James discovered Randolph was no longer able to access the community, his first inclination was frank panic. That was why he was sitting in the corner of the room, conversing with Klavier of all people, and not back in bed with Randolph.

Which was really where he should be.]

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James.

[Randolph was lying in bed, mostly naked, and his admiral was not there with him. Of course, his admiral had been there with him- repeatedly- but that didn't make Randolph want him there again any less.]

What are you doing?

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[James turns back to him, a look of surprise on his face. He put on clothes to get on the community -- of course -- but Randolph is still there, bare and smooth under the sheets. It hadn't been so long since he was there with him.]

Trying to find a way to get you back on the community.

[He's so earnest, too.]

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A commendable effort and one that you have been at for a quarter of an hour, by my reckoning.

[He slides out of bed and comes to drape his arms over James's shoulder so he can nibble on him properly.]

Which has been much too long.

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[James shivers, his shoulders tensing up as he leans against Randolph's chest.]

I'm sorry, love, but I haven't found an answer yet.

[Simply leaving things as it was -- that wasn't an option for him. What if he left, and he lost Randolph again.]

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[Randolph kisses his hair. He's worried about the same thing, which is why he's trying to save up as much contact as he can. It was either that or shove James out the door and pretend it had never happened.

This is much more pleasant.]

You know the community seems to act on a mind of its own. I don't think there's anything that can be done, love.

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[James turns toward him, reaching to slide an arm around Randolph's waist.]

I believe the phrase commonly used is, "I told you so."

[He turns, nuzzling in against Randolph's neck and pulling him closer, his lips on Randolph's neck.]

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We're not separated this time.

[He growls low in his chest in the way that means he's enjoying that, letting James do as he likes with his neck.]

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What if we become separated?

[Quietly, leaning in closer, nibbling at Randolph's skin and throat.]

I don't want to lose you again. Not now, especially.

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The clear solution is to ensure you are too exhausted to leave my bed.

[He likely can't use worldhops anymore than he can use his computer, after all. James will have to stay over.]

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[James laughs softly, turning enough to pull Randolph into his lap.]

I didn't realize that wasn't your goal until this point.

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Oh, no, I've had it in mind since we realized the problem.

[Randolph rolls his hips and decides to nibble a little more. Mmm, James.]

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What is your explanation for the last four days, then?

[Dryly, bringing his hands up to cup Randolph's cheeks. He can't help treating this like it might be the last time. What if Randolph begins to lose his memories of the community? Of them?]

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The full moon.

[He is teasing. He is having all the sex because he loves James and James is willing to have it. Finally.

...and he would prefer not to think about it. At least he hasn't yet.

Having an improperly clad sailor in his room would be shocking, after all.]

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[Terribly shocking.

James chuckles at his excuse and pulls Randolph closer, is hands still stroking down his cheeks and along his throat as he leans in to kiss Randolph more thoroughly.]

Just the moon? I believe I've been insulted.

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[He might still take advantage of the situation. He's good at making situations go in his favour.

Mmm, kisses. He does like those.]

It likely helps that I'm quite in love with you.

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I love you too, you know.

[He gives Randolph a small, faint smile, pulling him closer and nipping at his lips.]

In case I haven't made that clear before now.

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You have, but it is a pleasure to hear it again.

[He nips back. Mmm, delicious.]

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I love you.

[Mmm.... He presses in, kissing Randolph properly now.]

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[Randolph kisses back happily and then slides off James's lap and tugs him up.]

Come on, dearest. Bed is waiting.

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[James allows himself to be pulled, following Randolph to the bed.]

I don't suppose there's much chance of me tiring you out.

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Not at this hour.

[They have slept! They have! Randolph's biology demands it! But it is nighttime, so it's unlikely.]

We'll likely have to eat, though.

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Speak for yourself, I'm quite comfortable. [James tumbles him into the bed, pressing kisses along his throat and neck as he hauls him in.]

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Mmm, well, not for a while... [Randolph wraps around him, tilting his head to let James kiss as much as he wants.]

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['As much as he wants' could take quite a while. James would be content to lie here like this with Randolph for quite some time.]

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[How about as much as he wants before Randolph flips them over and starts gnawing on him?]

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[Oh. James gives a soft cry, groaning as he pushes in against Randolph, his fingertips sliding over Randolph's hair.]

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[Don't worry. He probably won't draw blood. He does leave a few bitemarks in his wake before he pulls away.]

Darling...

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Mmmmmmmm?

[James closes his eyes, leaning in to nip and suckle at his throat and lips.]

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[He growls and pulls away. He is trying to make a request!]

While of course I enjoy what we've been doing a great deal... do you think we could try switching places? You might like it.

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[James isn't preventing him from making requests, just enjoying the taste of him. Although Randolph's request does put n end to that. James hesitates, his hands stilling on Randolph's sides. On the one hand, the idea is -- well, he's certainly not enthusiastic about it. They've always done it the other way, which Randolph seems to enjoy just fine.

But James trusts Randolph not to hurt him. Can he really refuse?]

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[He smiles fondly and kisses the corner of his mouth.]

It's all right if you don't want to. I thought I would ask.

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[James curls into the kiss, nuzzling Randolph's cheek.] No, if you want -- I trust you.

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It would be nice, but it isn't mandatory, love.

[But he would really enjoy it! And he thinks he could get James to enjoy it too.]

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I told you. I trust you.

[James smiles faintly, leaning in to kiss Randolph again.]

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[That will earn his most dazzling smile.]

All right.

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[Seeing Randolph that happy is almost enough to convince him that this is a good idea.]

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Would you prefer to be on your front or your back, love? It's easier on the front, but... [It isn't exactly dignified.]

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Which would you prefer? [James nuzzles in against Randolph's neck, nipping lightly, hoping to coax another smile from him.]

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Hands and knees, if you wouldn't mind. [He will smile, he is glad to be getting his way... though he does want his James to be happy. He loves his James.]

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['His James'... He does like the sound of it, even though the thought of what is to come fills him with trepidation. He doesn't want to move away, if it means he can't kiss Randolph, but he rolls obediently onto his belly.