#Vash needs the love and romance fluff

[typingdyslexiaisathing]

It Was Inevitable

Summary: Vash and his girlfriend have a very tender moment.

Pairing: Vash the Stampede X OC

Content: Romance, established relationship, mention of violence, mention of injuries, mention of blood, mention of sexual intimacy (do bear in mind I am not going to get into details on THIS part but it will be mentioned)

I had woken up in the middle of the night to roll over on my sleeping mat to growl at the fact I wasn't going to get back to sleep. So I got up to add more kindling to the camp fire Vash had set up before we fell asleep. The cave we were bunking in just big enough for us and our supplies. Which meant I had to be very careful not to wake Vash up as I moved around. Soon sitting myself back down in my sleeping mat to do maintenance on Vash's prosthetic arm. Since he had taken it off before falling asleep and had planned on doing the maintenance himself when he woke up. So I put my restlessness to some good use.

It took around twenty minutes do all the maintenance and cleaning before I set Vash's prosthetic arm back beside him. Then I just watched him sleep. My whole body warming as I gazed at this wonderful yet heartbroken soul. Vash had turned towards me and the fire as he gave a soft snore. Meaning I was able to just take in his every facial feature. From the beauty dot under his eye to those sculpted lips and the healing cut on his chin. He'd finally taken the bandage off of that most recent injury before going to sleep. Blonde tresses all messy from his pillow and how he occasionally ran his hand through his hair when he turned over onto his side. I even was able to view his neck and shoulder since his blanket had fallen down a little. Meaning I got to all but trace the visible scars and metal plating with my gaze.

Vash had ended up with a deep cut to his right arm a few days ago. The bandage only sporting a slight trace of blood from where the stitches I had put in were healing. By tomorrow, I was sure he would insist I not fuss over it. But I knew I would until it was just another scar. Until another life or death fight broke out and I'd be stitching Vash up again. Maybe he'd end up having to do the same for me. Since the one fight with the bounty hunters last week had left me with a rather nasty gash along my side. Which had him crying every time it came to mind how badly I'd been hurt. Thankfully, kissing his tears away seemed to help ease Vash out of the guilt. Something I did without qualms.

I gave a heaving sigh to finally just say it out loud. "It was inevitable..." My smile soon leading to a chuckle as I closed my eyes. But soon I opened them when Vash asked me a question of his own. My gaze going to his eyes as he stared up at me with the fog of half sleep clearing away. "What was inevitable, Retha?" Vash looked very concerned to have him shifting to sit up. So I took the opportunity to scoot over and into his sleeping mat. My arms going around his chest to hug him tight and bury my face against his neck. My words washing against his skin to have Vash shiver at the tickling sensation as much as my words did. "It was inevitable that I'd fall in love with you. Such a gorgeous vision of pure golden sunshine. With a heart so big it puts the moons to shame. Vash. I love you so much it steals all of me away. But I want you to keep all of me. If it means I get all of you in equal measure."

Vash gave a hard gasp of pure love and emotion. His one hand coming up to nestle those slender fingers up into my hair at the back of my head. My being so close meant I could both hear and feel how his heart had started to thunder in his ribcage. A few panted inhales for air being my answer to how touched Vash truly was at my words. So I place a kiss to his neck. Which had Vash flinch as he gave a very soft squeak of nerves. His words garbled by anything but sleep as he nudged himself closer to me. "Retha... I should be saying those things to you. Do you have any idea how much I need you? I don't have anything else I treasure more than all the love you give me. I feel selfish for asking for anything... But I do want all of you... If you are okay with what little I am in exchange for such a priceless person as you..."

Vash gave a hot sigh to hug me as close as possible with his only arm. So I hummed into his chest to trace down his sleeveless shirt. My hands soon tickling his back under the shirt as he gave a hungry intake of air. Molten words soon washing into my ear. "Sunbeam... I love you so much... Are you sure..?" My answer was full of laughter as I finally leaned back to give Vash a kiss. My own words full of expected delight. "It's inevitable, crimson bird. Let's be vulnerable together and with each other. Just as we both need."

[jarfullofbubbles]

I've been reading so many vashmeryl fics of late, thought I might as well do a fic rec. Enjoy!

Truth of Memory by FullCry (SpicyChestnut) | Fluff | Complete | This is pure fluff and yearning. So much yearning.

checkmate by ali_summerset | Fluff | Ongoing | This involves a very intense cuddle battle, that I am all too eager to see the resolution of. Everyone's characterisation is on point, and it nails the humour.

Saving Grace by Anonymous | Fluff, Light Angst | Complete | More cuddles! And soft making out. . .

Complicated by Hanari502 | Humour, Fluff | Complete | Short and sweet with a good helping of humour.

The thomas in the room by AnimeGrimmy | Fluff, Hurt Comfort | Complete | Teasing (so much teasing) with a very sweet ending.

Through the Door by deleria | Angst, Hurt Comfort | Complete | This one takes place during that one infamous scene from episode 25 of the 98 anime and goes for the throat. You have been warned.

Lionheart by Sango | Hurt Comfort | Complete | Ending of the 98 anime with a sweet ending for all your shipping needs.

The Difference A Touch Makes by Jasperk | Complete | Obligatory scar fic.

Summit by JustForgettheWorld09 | Fluff | Complete | Short but sweet.

Tension by SWP_Plus | Fluff, Humour, Adventure | Ongoing | At this point this is just a different version of canon to me. All of that did in fact happen. This fic puts Meryl front and centre to all the action and while I love and respect Nightow's vision (seriously, round of applause) I can't help but delight at the ways this fic expands upon the original story. Everything from the characterisation to the humour, plotting, action, and romance are going far harder than they needed to. Also Vash and Meryl in this fic are just . . . so unnecessarily close. All the time. It's great. Can be read on ffn (up to date) or ao3 (currently catching up).

[chris-continues]

Fluff Alphabet!

With the one and only Nai Saverem! These will be answered with the idea that you’re in a college au (following the plot + ideas I’ve set up for my college au Knives via drabbles + hcs)

Activities - What do they like to do with their s/ o? How do they spend their free time with them?

Nai is a very introverted person. I don’t think he’d really enjoy an extroverted partner- and your relationship started by quietly studying beside one another. (Hence, appealing to one of his love languages, quality time). He could sit in a room while you both do your own thing (aka, body doubling, because Knives is neurodivergent and so is reader)

So- basically anything with you. But preferably at home. Cozied up. He relishes in embracing you.. or possibly you embracing him. He’s very grateful to have you, so he’s not too picky on whatever you’re doing, as long as it’s not in an overstimulating environment.

Beauty - What do they admire about their s/o? What do they think is beautiful about them?

As cheesy as it sounds, your smile. The way you beam was practically (and to his annoyance) engraved into his mind. There’s also your intense yet focused eyes. When you’re studying intently you have certain ways you focus, and when you’re excited your stims are very endearing.

For him? He finds his markings beautiful. He’s very proud of his plant heritage and when you’re eager to know more, he’ll tell you whatever he can. It means a lot to him that you care to ask, many brush it aside or don’t bother. (Which it is the bare minimum, and he acknowledges that, but he is somewhat eager to interest you and inform you. Plant heritage is a special interest of his he enjoys, and a past hyperfixation. Nowadays he’s more focused on composing music.)

Comfort - How would they help their s/o when they feel down/have a panic attack etc.?

He knows the feeling all too well- and he’s comforted Vash many times as well. Depending on your preference, (which you would’ve discussed beforehand and he would’ve known because he’s prepared like that), it can go two different ways.

1. If you don’t want touch. He’s fine with that, that’s what he tends to lean towards since he’s normally very touch repulsed, especially when upset. He’ll speak to you, sitting in front of you in a firm voice, grounding you. “You’re here. Breathe. It’s ok.” He’s very good at this.

2. If you crave touch, he’ll give it to you. Holding you, cradling your head in the expanse of his chest and lulling you, (and as mentioned above), grounding you with his voice. He’s got a very assertive presence and he makes that clear when comforting you- you’re not alone.

Dreams - How do they picture their future with their s/o?

Knives has thought about the future- academics wise. Romance wasn’t really on his “list of things to think about,” as much as creating a stable life for himself and Vash if needed. He’s a young “adult” forced to grow up far too fast, and while he enjoys you, reveres you, cherishes you- he’s thought of other priorities. But, if he managed to sit down and think about it.. a future with you would be nice. He just doesn’t really know what that would look like yet.

Equal - Are they the dominant one in the relationship, or rather passive?

Knives is a very dominant and imposing person, and he mostly knows what he wants and needs. He'll voice his opinions to you and (most of the time) will be direct with what he wants. He enjoys having a sense of control, so while he will do his best to listen to you, you will have to take the reigns of communication and remind him this is a two way street.

Your input for things (such as where you both should get takeout, where you'll study, etc) is very reasonable, so he won't be disagreeing unless he has good rhyme or reason.

Fight - Would they be easy to forgive their s/o? How are they fighting?

When you do argue, like 90% of the time it’s because of him. You’re a good communicator in comparison to him, and while you’re patient with him sometimes things happen. Knives has a love hate relationship with his anger, because it’s what’s kept him alive, but it’s also what drives you away.

He’d plead for your forgiveness by leaving things at your door, such as snacks and food, letters and short texts wishing you well. Not that they sound tender, they’re abnormally stiff, just like the rest of his texts. You’ll have to initiate a meeting in person with him, he waits until you’re ready and he apologizes by silently murmuring, “I miss you” repeatedly into your hair as he holds you.

He’s sorry he’s like this.

Gratitude - How grateful are they in general? Are they aware of what their s/o is doing for them?

Knives is for the most part, aware. He never wants to take you for granted, even though he does sometimes. After your first fight, he makes an effort to acknowledge what you do for him more often by being more reactive, thanking you more in the small ways he shows his love.

Honesty - Do they have secrets they hide from their s/o? Or do they share everything?

He has his own past, and he’s had his own struggles, they’re not really secret, but he doesn’t talk about it much. They certainly do define how he sees the world, and how he understands certain things and experiences along with aspects of his life, but they don’t necessarily define him as a person.

He’s always kept more to himself, and while the situations he’s been through certainly made that more extreme, he’s his own person regardless of his experiences. He doesn’t hide it from you, but it will take him awhile to say much about it to you. He doesn’t consider it to be too important towards your relationship- if you open up about any experiences you’ve had he’s most certainly willing to listen though.

Inspiration - Did their s/o change them somehow, or the other way around? Like trying out new things or helped them overcome personal problems?

You’ve definitely helped him become more touchy. Not with anyone else really, just you. You’ve also aided him in conveying his feelings, and he’s most certainly not proficient but you praise him for his progress.

Jealousy - Do they get jealous easily? How do they deal with it?

Knives would hate to lose you- especially since you’re one of the few good things in his life besides his studies and Vash. He has very few people he prioritizes, but when he does, he loves with his whole heart and it terrifies him. If someone is going to take you away, he’s wary of them. He reminds himself that he can trust you- you reassure him on this every time you speak of your love for him, and if he communicates this or you pick up on it you’ll spoil him with extra affection.

But it takes him awhile to admit it, so how does he handle it? Shoving it into the recesses of his mind in hopes the problem won’t arise again. It’s been his response to such bothersome things for years now.

Kiss - Are they a good kisser? What was the first kiss like?

The first kiss? I have yet to write that.. good idea. But it was an awkward mash of lips that led to embarrassment and regret until you spoke of it, reassuring him you’d like to kiss again. Later down the line in your relationship, he enjoys teasing you with a light brush of his lips until you’re beckoning him in for more, because god is he so sweet.

Love Confession - How would they confess to their s/o?

Beautiful, true genuine words that have been on simmering in his mind for awhile, on the tip of the tongue awaiting until they boil over. Until he can’t take it anymore. You’re so wonderful, so elegant, so sweet, so soft, and he yearns and longs for you- how could you keep teasing him and being on his mind all the time? It’s so aggravating, he needs you.

Marriage - Do they want to get married? How do they propose? What would the marriage be like?

Referring to “Dreams” up above, he hasn’t put much thought into it. The idea of marrying you someday doesn’t rest on his mind until it somehow does, whether it be by Vash’s joking comments or cheeky notes from Wolfwood, or even if it’s you that mentions it. It would be nice to permanently be with you, in such a way.

But right now? He’s got too much going on.

I do think that if he ever does propose, it would be thoughtful and full of small mementos from your relationship subtlety placed. Knives is a romantic, a poetic person, and he wants something of utmost importance such as a proposal to be meaningful. Because he loves you, irrevocably and deeply.

Nicknames - What do they call their s/o?

Being a true romantic, whenever he does use nicknames it would be, “dear,” or, “my dear.” If he’s feeling in a teasing mood, he’d murmur: “my darling…” against your skin, brushing past your ear as he continues to walk past you. Hallways are convenient like that, are they not?

On Cloud Nine - What are they like when they are in love? Is it obvious for others? How do they express their feelings?

Denies. Deny. Deny. Deny. Deny.

Mutual pining is a phrase that perfectly describes your relationship with Knives, and as you enter a relationship with him down the line both of you realize:

“Wait that one time you- when you did that- it was because you liked me?”

“Yes, yes it was.” And the other sighs, an amused smile on their face.

Vash can tell, easily. Knives hides it pretty well at first, but he’s a total dork at heart. He’s so desperate for you- it’s so sweet.

PDA - Are they upfront about their relationship? Do they brag with their so in front of others? Or are they rather shy to kiss etc. when others are watching?

Knives won’t hide your relationship- but he won’t particularly brandish it either. He’s got a sense of class and while showing you off on occasion is rather gratifying, it’s not something he does often. He’s not a very touchy person, and most of the time in public he’s not in a very touchy mood considering he’s usually in a work/school mindset. But he has his moments.

Quirk - Some random ability they have that's beneficial in a relationship.

There are a few I wanna say-

1. He’s intimidating. When someone won’t take your, “no,” as an answer, and even when you say, “I have a boyfriend,” and they continue?

That’s a moment where Knives has a glare meant to kill, arm wrapping around your waist and pulling you to his toned chest. You get surprised every time, but enjoy it endlessly.

2. He’s a good cook. He had to cook for Vash- Vash was normally too tired, and depressed back in highschool, especially when they started living together due to the accident. He’s a very domestic person, and cooking is a way to show he cares.

Romance - How romantic are they? What would they do to make their s/o happy? Cliché or rather creative?

He’s very romantic. He’ll write letters when texts just don’t cover it, leaving them at your door. He memorized your classes, so he knows when you’re home and when you’re not. Thanks to @coffinbeananteiku , we know that Knives has troubles picking the color of a wax seal- he analyzes the colors, “red is too passionate”, “blue is too clean”, so he ends up deciding on black or white because they’re all the colors or the absence of color. He’s classic when it comes to romance, he’s truly a gentleman when he wants to be. Hangs up your coat for you, opens doors (of course he’ll make fun of you but that’s just the fun banter of it).

Support - Are they helping their s/o achieve their goals? Do they believe in them?

He will admonish you for your goals if they’re unattainable or unrealistic. He worries and nags, and he’d rather you hate him than you get hurt. He doesn’t want you overworking yourself into your grave- he knows the feeling all too well.

He does believe you can do what you set your mind to though, you’re very determined, and he admires your passion.

Thrill- Do they need to try out new things to spice up your relationship? Or do they prefer a certain routine?

Knives needs routine. It’s what he’s most comfortable with and without it, he ends up overstimulated, distressed, and overwhelmed. (Reference autistic Knives tag). If you want to try something new, you’ll have to introduce it to him and give him time to think about it and adjust to the idea.

Understanding- How well do they know their partner? Are they empathetic?

He has troubles with empathy. Sometimes- he most definitely understands what hardships you’re going through, and sometimes all he can do is listen. That’s what he does regardless.

He knows you very well- he’s very observant and truly notices small shifts in behavior about the ones he cares about.

Value- How important is the relationship to them? What is it worth compared to other things in their life?

As much as it’s a hard pill to swallow, Knives will not drop everything for you. He won’t leave school, he won’t leave Vash, and he won’t leave the opportunities he has where he is now. Does he love you?.. yes. It takes him awhile to admit it, but yes. But he wouldn’t move countries for you or anything.

He wouldn’t leave in the middle of class if you wanted to see him, he’s occupied. He’ll see you afterwards- as much as he misses you dearly he has priorities.

Wild Card- a random fluff headcanon.

He cuddles with you by draping your legs over his on the couch, practically holding you in a bridal carry laid against him as he kisses your neck. This is also convenient for when you’re both body doubling.

XOXO- Are they very affectionate? Do they love to kiss and cuddle?

In private? He loves to- on some days. He can get overwhelmed by touch sometimes and it truly fluctuates. If you’re the same way he definitely understands, you don’t need touch to love someone. You don’t need to talk to love someone.

When you do cuddle though, he reveres you. You’re absolutely divine, a beautiful sight he holds tenderly.

Yearning- How will they cope when missing their partner?

Your smell. I truly believe he has a heightened sense of smell (#autistic knives tag) and he has some clothes you borrowed from him that have your smell. It comforts him, as he wears his petal cloak that definitely doesn’t smell like you.

If he’s desperate, he’ll read through your texts. Not sending anything- he doesn’t really know what to say. Perhaps a, “When will you be back?”

But if you don’t mind him touching you, he’ll hold you close the minute you’re in private together.

Zeal- Are they willing to go through great lengths for the relationship? If so, how far?

Referring back to “Value”, he does have other things he values, but that doesn’t mean he doesn’t love you. He’d escort you wherever as long as it didn’t clash with his schedule, he’d give you snacks (because you don’t seem to take care of yourself well enough, ugh), and he’d do many more small things for you.

Since this is a college au, no, he wouldn’t kill for you, and no, he wouldn’t destroy the world for you. But he certainly will cherish you- and while he messes up sometimes he does truly try to make up for it. He feels he’s not enough for you- you’re so soft and tender and he’s rough and jagged, unable to understand. He would treat you well though, and he makes a genuine effort.

Nai Saverem is in love with you.

[peachsayshi]

wip tag game

rules: post the names of all the files in ur wip folder, regardless of how non-descriptive or ridiculous. let people send u an ask with the title that most intrigues them and then post a little snippet of it or tell them something about it! tag as many people as you have wips!

thank you so much for tagging me by beloved @moshimochis 💋💋 my wips are listed under the cut! also I too have a ridiculous wip list so I hope you all ready lol

the way you claim me (pt. 2) - dad sukuna series; it's a bit angsty and is a flashback of past and present; main plot is sukuna contemplating how he swore he would never kiss you, to not being able to stop

the way you want me (pt. 2) - this is the next part of my au mini series with roommate choso; the reader decides she's done wallowing over a break up and asks choso to join her for a night out (may or may not include some dirty dancing *wink wink*)

playboy geto x inexperienced reader (pt. 4) - tensions arise between the pair after their first fight; angst to fluff; oozing soft and warm romance.

older brother's bff geto x reader (pt. 4) - a follow up to this; close proximity; tension; a confession that lingers

a desperate kiss (ex husband nanami x reader pt. 7) - nanami and the reader are supposed to "talk" about the circumstances of their relationship but instead the pair are busy kissing each other.

entangle (pt. 4) - surprise, surprise! this is was one of my oldest mini series (and a favorite) it's smutty smutty smutty. and I had an idea where they all show off to each other on how they enjoy making you c*m.

lost in you, with you - husband nanami x reader; rough sex; he desperately needs the stress relief

kiss of lies, and your blue eyes - royal au scenario; prince gojo lives a double life and falls in love with a tavern girl. inspired by this post.

blessings - domestic scenario; hurt/comfort; husband nanami comes home after a rough day at work and snaps at his young daughter.

cold (hunter choso x reader) - another royal au; inspired by this post; choso can't keep his eyes off the pretty princess he saved but she's afraid of the lone hunter who lives in the woods.

heat (choso x reader) - choso with a breeding kink. so smutty. so hot. inspired by this.

cherry (gojo x reader x geto) - you're shoko's younger sister staying with her best friends for the summer.

brutally soft (sukuna x reader) - non curse au; single dad biker sukuna and artist reader; she teaches art classes to his son yuji and sukuna finds himself joining the adult classes just to get closer.

non jjk:

embers (vash x reader) - you and vash seek refuge in an abandoned building; but freezing temperatures require him to get closer than you expect.

I'm tagging (no pressure to do this) and whoever else wants to join can hop on! @suget @nyxronomicon @solomons-poison @shotorus @suguwu @kentoangel @strawberrystepmom @starlitheaven @oreo-creampie

[adelha-mathilde]

Snuggle Dragon (Trigun Sanctuary AU) fic

content: Vash the Stampede X Adelha OC. Established relationship, romance, fluff, snuggles, mature subject of sexual intimacy and making love.

Adelha's island sanctuary was full of activity this day. Since she had many new souls living with her here. Vash had been the first to fall into her home. Soon followed by Meryl and Millie. The last to end up here being Wolfwood. The four of them had taken their time settling in. Since going from a barren desert wasteland to a vibrant and flourishing woodland surrounded by the ocean was a big change for anyone. Yet Adelha had been patient as they soon made themselves at home amongst the animals and Fae that called her sanctuary their haven. With Adelha's puppy and kitten immediately getting spoiled by all the tummy rubs and play time.

Wolfwood had been rather brisk with Adelha in the beginning. Since she had refused to let him smoke for any reason at all. Meaning he'd been extremely rude to her for a long while. With Vash openly apologizing whenever he was present for Wolfwood's abrasive behavior. Yet Adelha had simply shook her head to assure Vash she had taken no offense. With Meryl going after Wolfwood on occasion to kick him in the shin and lecture him for Adelha. While Millie spent all her time out in the gardens or playing with Wesson. Adelha made sure each of them had been given a special piece of jewelry or tattoo mark. A way for the Fae to place their protection over an individual so other Fae would do them no harm without serious backlash. So they had little worry over the resident Fae creatures doing any pranks on them. Harmless or otherwise.

Vash was currently sitting with Aqua in his lap on his bed in his room. While Adelha tinkered with his still broken prosthetic arm. The apparatus reattached but still unmoving as the dragon maiden ensured it was secure. Vash currently distracted with tickling the adorable kitten in his lap. The fuzzy creature openly purring and nibbling on his fingers in play. His smile genuine as he then took his gaze from the kitten to Adelha to give a sigh of air. "Addy. You've been focused on my arm for almost twenty minutes at this point. Let's put a pin in this and pick back up tomorrow." Yet Adelha shook her head to keep her gaze to the socket where his arm was attached for her to huff out a breath. The scent of magic taking to the air for Vash to feel such soak into his shoulder and upper arm. His smile turning into a half smirk as he says, "I thought you said using magic to fix things was borderline cheating on a test? You really are that stubborn, Addy?"

Adelha nods to openly grumble in German. The magic washing against Vash like the tides for her to soon wash the power from his shoulder and all the way down to the fingertips of the prosthetic arm. The mechanism glowing slightly as the internal workings adjusted by sheer willpower to ensure the spell took hold. Vash gave a gasp when the arm gave a full shiver for him to feel everything reset. The magic leaving a scent of lavender and ocean salt as Vash flexed the fingers on the hand for him to grin. "Hey! It worked!" Adelha smiled as Vash reached that arm up to pull her into a tight hug as Aqua hopped out of his lap. His grin warm as he snuggled the Fae woman close. Which led to Adelha hugging him back.

Vash soon fell back into the bed to lay Adelha on top of him. His hands cradling her close as she purred like a content cat. But soon, Vash used his left hand to tilt her face so eyes might meet. His gaze to her soft and heated as he sighed. "Such a snuggle dragon. One hug and you purr like a happy cat. Is that really all it takes to make you happy?" Adelha blushed to then pause. Her striking blue eyes staying to Vash for her to then whisper a heated comment. "Vash. You've been here for a good long while. We've become friends and family. You've healed in ways so very needed. However, I would ask of you one thing." Vash could tell how serious this moment had become for him to speak his mind and heart openly to this wonderful soul. "Margaret. You've done so much. For me. For my friends. For those that call this place home. Yet you rarely have ever asked any of us for anything back. You give your love freely. But maybe... You would ask for my love back to you... In a way you wouldn't ask for lightly..."

Adelha blushes as red as his old coat to shiver from head to toe. Her gaze to his determined and aching as much as her words. "Never before have I fallen so far into that which is the joys of love. Not even with my first love so very long ago and long passed on. Falling in love with you has felt like slowly sinking up into the summer sun. Vash. If you have fallen in love with me in turn, would you take me as your bride and marry me in the here and now?" Vash blinked to feel his whole body wash over in a storm of emotions. But he did not take long to make his choice. A smile there as he nodded. "Margaret. I never knew what falling in love would do to me. Yet I am so very blessed to have felt such. You are a priceless star in flesh. I delight in every breath I take because of you. So I want to make you mine. As my bride. As my beloved. As my future. Yes."

The lady gave a keening sound as Vash moved her so they might kiss. A deep kiss that had Vash taste of her magic and of her essence. Which soaked his entire being in moonlight and stardust to his senses. So he gave Adelha several more kisses before they had to come back up for air. Vash held up his right hand to say with amusement, " Knowing what you told me about the Fae. I would guess you already made my ring to claim me right here and now. That is how most Fae wed each other or whoever they choose to marry. Am I wrong?" Adelha chuckles to nod her head. Soon holding up a beautiful white band of metal braided with red and white sparkling materials. Vash raising an eyebrow to ask, "Wait. What's that red and white stuff? It doesn't look like metal." Adelha hums to answer Vash and leave him stunned. "I used magic to melt gemstones and my own essence into metal like bands. White gold. Rubies and my blood. White diamonds and some of my bone marrow. Braided into a ring of promise. All for my beloved angel of sunlight. All for you, Vash."

Vash gave a gasp of pure emotion as Adelha slipped the band onto his ring finger. A potent magic settling over them both that wove them together in a special kind of bonding. Adelha reciting words of pure abiding love. "With this moment of sacred vows. I make two into one. Bride and groom. Lovers eternal. All of me for all of you. For all our lives and well into eternity. Under the blessings of Yeshuah and Heaven. What God's visage hath joined together, let none dare to separate for any reason. We are now wed to love and cherish." Vash gave a shuddered breath as the vows took root into all of him. His hands soon bringing Adelha close so he might kiss her. A sob escaping his throat as he cried tears of love and joy. Adelha kissing him back for them to snuggle and shiver. Vash soon took a breath to ask with molten desire, "Does this mean I may strip us bare and worship you? Please say it is. I don't think I can hold back."

Adelha chuckled to soon wave a hand in the air. The doors and windows in the room easing shut to then lock and soak over with magic. Meaning that no one would be disturbing them for Vash to tremble at the realization. So he moved without hesitation to start ripping at Adelha's long dress. The material giving way like paper as Adelha squeaked and did much the same to his shirt. The two of them soon tossing what was left of their clothes to the floor as they began the age old dance of making love. Teasing, tasting, touching for the two to savor the moment and each other. Vash gave several keens and mewls as they made love for him to be crying from the overwhelming whirlwind of feelings. Yet Adelha savored him and gave as much as he did. Until they were a sated tangle in the bed for the blankets and pillows to be scattered about. Vash soon sweeping Adelha up and off the bed to take her to his bathroom. The two soon in the bath to start their second dance of making love. The heated water soaking them as they melted into a the bliss of unconditional love and euphoria. Until Vash was a blissful puddle in the bath for Adelha to hug him tight. Her frame soon moving to begin scrubbing shampoo into his blonde tresses and massage his scalp. "A very perfect honeymoon moment. Now then, Vash. relax and let me pamper you a little with a good scrub."

Vash would have made a comment. Only for the door to creak open and a puppy to come scampering into the bathroom. Happy yips and wagging tail for Wolfwood to be grumping and open the door all the way. "Come back here with my sock you adorable little-" Vash gave a yelp the exact same time Wolfwood stopped grousing to drop his sunglasses. Adelha using her own frame to come between Vash and Wolfwood so her back was turned to the now rose red human that had waltzed into the bathroom. His shock turning to evident mirth as Vash shouted out in pure anxiety, "NICK! OUT! We're in the middle of bathing! Get out already! Take Wesson and go!"

Yet Wolfwood was too busy snickering and holding his sides to move anywhere. His evident mirth having his eyes leak for him to huff for air. "Well I'll be damned! So you two finally made a move on each other! About damn time, prickles!" Adelha gave a heavy sigh as Wesson hopped up to drop the stolen sock right into the bathtub and woof. His little tail wagging for Vash to grab the sock and soon just baseball toss it out the window. Making Wolfwood roar with laughter as Wesson jumped into the tub to doggie paddle to Vash for the blonde to keep the very naughty puppy above the water. While Adelha gave a sigh of acceptance to then turn herself and stare at Wolfwood. "It would seem that we now have to see to bathing your partner in crime, Nicholas. So I will save hanging you by your feet off the roof for later. Now then. Any last words from the condemned?"

Wolfwood rubs at his eyes with a hand to then snicker. "Right. Yeah. I know I should have knocked first. My bad. But I'm happy for you both. Really. You make the dumbass broom head so damn happy. So try to keep his skinny ass in line, please. Also. Margaret. I hope you enjoy having him to snuggle. So now I will head out and dig my own grave. Gotta be somewhat considerate."

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Love To Watch You (Trigun) fanfic

content: Just Vash catching his s/o watching him move around. Which has him ask why. Only to be told it's because of infatuation. Established relationship. Romance. Fluff. Casual flirting. Mature subjects of naked adults in one room together.

Getting to the inn meant that Vash and Retha were able to relax for the night. The room a bit on the small side to only have the one bed. There only being one room to have the toilet and bathtub right across the room from the fridge. This meant no privacy for either of them. Yet Retha had no real issue with this to just start stripping right then and there. Which had Vash blush to stammer out he was going to get something for them to eat. So off Vash went for Retha to chuckle in amusement and get cleaned up.

By the time Vash returned with their dinner, Retha was already dry and in her sleeping shirt. Her long hair currently braided to keep it out of the way. Vash smiled to sit himself on the bed and snuggle into Retha with a hum of pure affection and warmth. "They had a special on fried chicken sandwiches with coleslaw on them along with jam rolls. But you look pretty good to me."

Retha gave a chuckle to lean in and give Vash his desired kiss before she rubbed her nose to his. A lightness there in the contact as she mused a bit. "Hence why you bought enough for eight people? Silly angel. You still need to get cleaned up from walking through the sand pits. So get your finely toned ass into that bath. Hup two, Vash."

The blonde gave a sigh to kiss Retha on the cheek. Then he was up and heading for the bathtub. Retha moving to take out a sandwich and dig in as Vash removed his boots. The red coat taking some time to remove due to all the buttons on it. So by the time Vash had the coat off, Retha was already finishing her second sandwich. This had Vash smile a bit as he turned to start taking off his under armor he wore. But then he heard the room get even more quiet.

Vash felt Retha's gaze on him for the Plant to feel a blush dust over his skin. Knowing full well that his lover was watching him strip. So Vash made the rather bold choice to make a show of it. Removing the top with slow flexes and casual hums of a random tune. His eyes glancing over to see that Retha was fully focused entirely on him. Her green hues on his chest and arms as he moved and rubbed the last few traces of sand and grit out of his skin. Those muscles under the scars toned and sculpted for Retha to let out a barely audible hum of enjoyment for Vash to note she was blushing as much as he was.

Vash gave a sultry chuckle that had Retha blink as if waking from a trance. His smile one of pure love and desire as he asked Retha, "Someone seems to be very distracted from eating their dinner. I know you have to be hungry after all that walking we've been doing. So why aren't you eating, Retha?" The squeak his lover let out had his heart skip. While Retha's blush deepened before she cleared her throat so she might answer. Which had Vash's toes curl when she openly admitted to him, "I love watching you..." Vash paused when Retha looked up to his face for tears to prick at the corners of her eyes. "The very fact that I get to be with you is all I could ever want in life. Yet I get to watch as you dance to the radio we carry. I get to view you waking up to greet the sunrise with that gorgeous smile that reaches your eyes. I get to be here when you collapse into our bed to just snuggle into the pillows and me. I get to spend every moment we're together watching the most glorious treasure I will every have in my life."

Retha rubbed at her eyes to give a slight sniffle. Her words so full of emotion it had Vash melt inside. "But I get to have so much more than the joy of simply watching you. I get to laugh with you when we are happy. I get to dance with you when a good song plays. I get to listen to you tell me about whatever is on your mind or what weighs on your heart. I get to touch over your body and kiss you. I get to be yours for you to be mine. How did I earn such a priceless gift of being the one you are in love with for me to be in love with right back?" Vash felt the question deeply as Retha gave a hiccup of noise. So Vash moved to just lift Retha up and cradle her to his front. Holding his beloved for Retha to cry into his chest with all those swirling emotions of love and desire. It had Vash say a quiet prayer of thanks to God for giving him such a wonderful soul to be with.

Vash traced his hands over Retha's head and shoulders to nuzzle his nose to the crown of her head. Her own hands oh so gently lacing to his spine to hug him close as she sniffled and sobbed. Her words wavering as she kept crying to lament softly, "Sorry. I'm sorry. it's just so much to take in sometimes. How did we get so lucky to find each other, Vash? is this real? Or are we dreaming?" Vash felt his own emotions swirl as he sighed into Retha's hair. Yet he chose instead to act instead of speak. His hands shifting to have his flesh hand tilt Retha's chin so their eyes meet. A smile on his lips even as a few tears fall from his own eyes. Words of pure love and sweetness pouring from his lips. "This is no dream, sunbeam. We are here and we are together. You get to have all of me for as long as I might have all of you. Always. My precious and bold sunbeam. I am so lucky to have you in my life. I love you."

Retha gave a hiccup for Vash to lean in and place tender kisses to her face. Catching those tears to also kiss her lips with all the love he had within him. Making Retha mewl to kiss him back. Until the both of them were very much melted and panting for air. Vash asking with a bit of mirth, "Shall we have each other before we have a bath and then our dinner?" Retha gave a squeak to then hum with great enthusiasm. "I think that sounds perfect."

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Those Beautiful Eyes

summary: Vash has a moment where he loses sight of his s/o to panic. Only for them to have a moment of warmth.

characters: Vash the Stampede, OC

contents: mention of violence, romance, mushy fluff

The crowd was getting thicker as the passengers got off the sandsteamer. Various voices chatting or grumbling as each individual headed for their destinations or met up with friends or family. While Vash kept his guard up as he slowly made his way down the ramp with Retha close by. The two keeping their hands clasped tight so as to not lose each other.

That is, until someone bumped into Retha and sent her stumbling. Her hand being wrenched from that grip for Vash to freeze in his tracks. Those gorgeous blue eyes scanning the crowd with sheer panic and fear. The people around him going about their business to just barely avoid him. Until Vash gave a deep breath to call out for Retha and find her.

Thankfully, his gaze landed on his lover before he called out for her. Retha was dusting herself off as she smiled at a very sad looking toddler. Said toddler apologizing a mile a minute for their parents to be close by. While Retha just gave the toddler a gentle pat on the head to then wave as the family walked off. Her gaze turning to find Vash almost instantly. Which had Retha still for her eyes to go wide in evident concern. But Vash took no time to close the distance between them. His arms sweeping Retha up to all but crush her to his front. Which had Retha hug him back with gentle assurance.

It didn't take long for the two to find an inn and get a room. Vash walking into the room first to set his bag down by the table and heave a sigh of air. But Retha came to stand behind him and reach up to hug her lover from behind. Both her hands coming to rest at his heart as she sighed into his shoulder. "It would seem there is a thunderstorm going on. Vash. Breathe. It's okay. We're okay."

Vash shivered to give several deep breaths of air. The fear still spiking through his blood as his hands came up to rest against those pressed to his front. Hard words escaping as tears pricked at his eyes. "I can't help it. After all those close calls we've had and the times a fight started up out of nowhere. Any time I lose sight of you, it terrifies me that I'll never see you again." Vash trembles in place as Retha all but snuggles into Vash from behind. A patient sigh escaping her lips as Vash sniffles a few times. Her words warm and sweet. "I understand. Such a fear is warranted after all we've survived. Yet in the here and now, we are safe and have no need to be afraid. So take your time, Vash. I'll wait."

The blonde gave a hard sob before turning around to hug Retha properly. Lifting her off of her feet as Vash buries his nose into her neck. Yet all Retha did was hug Vash back and hum an old hymn. Her hands tracing over his spine as Vash let the peace in the room wash away the worry. Until he gave a long sigh and set Retha back onto her feet. The smile back in his eyes and his lips. Which has Retha grin at Vash to cup his face in her hands. "There we go. There's my crimson bird with those beautiful eyes. The eyes that hold all my joy and delight with what they see in the moment. I love you with all of me, Vash."

Vash gave a hum of peace to lean in and give Retha a soft kiss. His own words full of love and warmth. "I love you, sunbeam. More than you might ever know."

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Wake Up Sunbeam

summary: Vash and his s/o wake up to start their morning with good moments of snuggling and laughter

Characters: Vash the Stampede, OC

content: casual talk, romance, fluff, mention of violence

Retha woke up first that morning. The sun barely risen for Vash to be her pillow. His soft breathing punctuated by the occasional snore. With Retha choosing to just snuggle into her lover for a peaceful moment of simple enjoyment. Retha wraps her arms around Vash to sigh. Her waves of hair framing her face as she watched Vash sleep.

Vash had chosen to go to bed without any shirt on. Choosing instead to wear just his sweatpants and all but drop into the bed to sleep the night before. His blonde hair was all in a mess from the pillow. The blanket had ended up all but wrapping around Retha as they had slept the night away. Something that happened quite often. Since Vash tended to overheat and rolled out of whatever blanket was on him. When Retha tended to get cold far too easily. Vash tended to insist she wear layers when they traveled from one town to the next. He even helped Retha make several quilts from various scraps of clothes or cloth to wrap their belongings in when traveling. The friends they made along their journey would occasionally donate new socks or a lightly used pair of pants to the couple when they were able. A show of silent support of the Humanoid Typhoon.

Retha took a moment to think about how things had turned out so far. How Vash had spent so much of their time together ensuring her safety as well as the safety of those around them. All but choosing to sacrifice his own well being in exchange for Retha to do her utmost to give him love and comfort. A life calling that Retha was more than willing to accept. Be it doing maintenance on his prosthetic arm whenever needed to stitching Vash up after a fight. But this morning had none of the usual chaos and mayhem. It was just a quiet sunrise with a quiet little outpost outside their inn room. So Retha took in this moment with a leisurely sigh of air. Her hands soon gently tracing over her beloved gunman with the lightest of touches. First up his arms to rest at his shoulders. Then a barest touch back down his chest and sides. Vash gives a light giggle in sleep to wrap his arms around Retha and snuggle closer to her.

Retha smiled to gladly hug Vash back and rest her head to his chest. The drumming against her ear picking up as Vash was roused from slumber. His huff of air lacing through her hair as he hummed a few happy notes. Both his hands reaching up to lace his fingers into Retha's hair and hold her head to his heart. "Good morning to you too, Retha. Did I wake you up?" Retha chuckles to answer with happy hums of noise. "No. I was already awake. Good morning, Vash. I just wanted to enjoy watching you sleep." Vash blushed for his heart to skip a beat. His lips soon placing a kiss to the crown of Retha's head. "Didn't you tell me that a person knows they are in love if they can watch someone sleep?"

Retha blushes to then begin peppering Vash's chest with gentle kisses. Which has Vash shiver from head to toe as he finally woke all the way up. With Retha soon leaning up to start giving Vash's lips just as many kisses. The both of them soon blushing all over as Retha gave Vash some nose nuzzles. "I did. But I've known that I am in love with you for a long time, crimson bird. Something that I plan on telling you whenever I have the chance." Vash gave a hard sigh of air against Retha's lips. A few tears falling from those beautiful eyes for him to grip Retha's frame tight like she was his life line. Deep words washing from his lips with all the emotion and love his thundering heart held. "Oh Retha. You are such a precious treasure. I love you so very much, sunbeam. I hope we get to watch each other sleep more and more as the days go by."

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A Happy Family Moment (Trigun Sanctuary AU) fic

content: Vash is a very elated papa as he plays with his twin girls. Adelha currently cooking for them as Vash spoils his daughters with love. Established relationships, casual, fluff, romance, mention of past trauma, visit from Uncle Knives at the end.

After all the long years of waiting, Vash was able to say his life was perfect. His smile wide as he coaxed one of his twin girls over to him as they played in the main dining room. The bright eyed little dragon angel wobbling on her feet to giggle as she gazed up at her papa. While his other daughter just decided to crawl to him. Both of them with the most vibrant and striking blue eyes imaginable. One with blonde hair that he had put into pigtails earlier. The other with fiery red hair that stuck up at every angle. Both with the same complexion as their mother Adelha. Two adorable dragons for Vash to call his own.

Vash had never dreamed of such a wonderful life. A future with peace in his every waking moment. A wife who loved him unconditionally. Now they had two darling little girls. This new life in this new world had truly been everything he had ever wished for. So he teared up to sweep both his daughters up into his arms and spin them around. Showering them with face kisses to have both little ones squeak and laugh. His heart so full he felt his chest ache as he cooed at his little girls. But soon he found himself crying to sniffle and give a soft sob. Both girls watching to pat his cheeks and gurgle at him in question. So Vash shook his head to snuggle his twins close. "It's okay, sweet ones. Papa is okay. I am just so very happy, right now. Raiko. Nanami. My sweet angels. Papa loves you so very much. My best treasures in all the world."

The blonde Raiko looked satisfied to smile up at Vash with a happy giggle. But the redhead Nanami looked more thoughtful to give Vash a kiss on the chin. Both little girls soon showering his face with sloppy kisses to have him laugh. Until he heard Adelha hum from behind him. The dragon woman currently seeing to making food for them as she called over to Vash from her position at the stove. A hint of warm amusement to her lilted tones. "Vash. Do please bring yourself and our two little blessings over here a moment. Methinks we need to do something very important."

Vash didn't question to carry over their twins and stand beside his wife. The lady currently setting the lid on a big pot of vegetable soup before she turned to look up at Vash. His gaze taking her in to again marvel over her visage. Adelha had cascading waves of silver white hair. A sculpted face of simple yet elegant radiance to wear almost no makeup. Striking ice blue eyes that reminded Vash of the ocean during a winter thunderstorm. Her lips full and gently painted with deep crimson lipstick. While she was thin yet muscular enough to show she was strong and healthy. Although one might not be able to see such from the fact Adelha wore rather elegant and billowing dresses. On more casual days she would wear empire sleeved or maxi full length dresses. Or the more formal style from medieval times or the Renaissance period. Long sleeves that flowed the same as the length of the dress. She never went without sleeves or wore skirts. If Adelha had to do combat or sword training to polish her skills, she was in a corset and long sleeved blouse with tight pants and boots. Adelha never wore anything that showed her arms or legs off. Vash knew it was due to the fact she had been burned along the left side of her body. So she kept covered up. Yet everything she wore spoke of distinguished elegance. Vash found the sight of her to be utterly captivating. A passing thought having Vash drift to a memory of when he and Wolfwood had watched Adelha practice her swordsmanship with her mentor and oldest friend, Claude Gaugain. Wolfwood noting with a smile how Adelha was a vision of both beauty and fierce will.

Vash tuned back into the moment when Raiko decided to tap his jaw with a hand and grump at him. Making Vash shake his head to give Adelha a nervous smile. "Sorry, Margaret. I always get so easily swept away by your beauty. I'm paying attention now. What is this important thing we need to do?" Adelha gave Vash a knowing smile as Nanami sighed. Then all three dragons came together to all but surround Vash in a warm group hug. Adelha giving him a warm purr that held so much love and affection as she spoke. "We know our beloved sad angel needs a reminder of how loved he is. So we are going to hug you and tell you we love you, Vash. You are allowed to cry because you are happy or sad. We will always be here to wipe away your tears and fill your heart with sunshine."

Vash blinked to then close his eyes and hold his family close. More tears falling from his eyes as he took a breath that sounded more like a sob. Yet he soaked in this moment and the embrace of those who loved him with all his being. A hoarse croak escaping his throat before he could speak. "I.. I love you all... I love you so very much... I promise to give you as much love back as you give me... The Lord gave me everything I could ever want in you three... My family..." The twins give Vash more kisses as Adelha reached up a gloved hand to wipe at his eyes and hum at him. But then they all hear someone cough by the front door. So all four eyes turn to see who decided to visit. The one at the door being none other than Knives. Vash's own twin carrying a basket of freshly picked apples from Adelha's grove to have him hold the basket up as he speaks. "Wolfwood informed me that I shouldn't come to eat with you all empty handed. So he gave me a basket to grab some apples for making a pie. I didn't mean to interrupt."

Adelha chuckles to let Vash go and turn so she may walk over to Knives. The dragon maiden soon leaning up to place a soft kiss to his cheek before she speaks with warm words. "Welcome to our home, bràthair. You are early. But we are glad to see you. I take it the long walk from your current cabin up in the northern mountains of my island sanctuary was enjoyable?" Knives gave a nod to hand over the basket and sigh. "It was. Claude has been teaching me how to mine for ore and smelt it. So I've been hard at work under his strict gaze. Wolfwood and Claude are currently watching Aqua and Wesson for us. So you might not see them until tomorrow." Adelha doesn't sound surprised as Vash notes his twin girls openly squeak wen they see Knives. Both little girls waving their hands to grin as they see their uncle. So Knives walks in to take a hand and shake it as the girls coo and giggle at him. Vash feeling the old tension ease as he finally speaks up. "It's good to see you. Hope you don't mind us having mostly vegetables. Apparently, these two love them and insist we have them at every meal." Knives gives Vash a soft smile to look rather pleased. But soon, Knives wraps his arms around Vash and the girls to say, "You look happy. That's all I can ask for. So be sure you live this new life to the fullest. Okay?"

Vash feels an old weight ease up to then hug Knives back. The girls now slightly squished to laugh and give their uncle happy kisses to his chin. So the two men smile to start to tickle the twin dragons and have laughter wash up over the room with gentle joy. Adelha smiling to note with amusement, "Another good memory. But I will insist that the two men help with peeling apples. So time to wash up. Hup two my cooking minions. The girls may watch and keep out of trouble."

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No Smoking Please (Trigun Modern AU) fic

content: Adelha gives Wolfwood a mild lecture on smoking. Established relationships, casual talk, smoking, alcohol, fluff, romance.

Wolfwood was currently enjoying a quick smoke on the second floor balcony of Adelha's home. Waiting for Vash and Adelha to finish closing up her shop on the first floor. The sounds of laughter drifting up the stairway as Wolfwood enjoyed the peaceful moment. He was glad that he had accepted moving into this home when he was forced out of his apartment. Vash facing the same problem. Their apartment building had been condemned after a fire on the main floor. With Adelha all but kidnapping them both to move in with her and her Paw Posse. It was a fantastic deal, really. Her home was a luxury three story building in the middle of the downtown city area. Instead of paying rent, Wolfwood and Vash had to help with her five puppies and see to repairs on various things. It helped that both of them had been working part time for the past year.

The sounds of chatter signaled that the shop was closed for Vash to bound up the stairs first. A fluffy kitten on his shoulder for the feline to be licking his jaw. Soon followed by four Tibetan Mastiff puppies bounding up the stairs and to their various toys around the massive living room. Adelha soon closing the door to the stairs to come and stand beside Wolfwood on the balcony. Her sigh one of patient warmth as Wolfwood finished his cigarette. Knowing he was going to get scolded as Adelha reached up to gently tap him on the nose. "Naughty boy. You know you are supposed to be trying to quit, Nicholas."

Wolfwood gave a huff to rub the back of his head with one hand. "Yeah. I know. But after that huge rush order we had to deal with, I needed the nicotine. Dealing with that lady over the phone was like dealing with a raging mule." Adelha chuckled to hand Wolfwood a packet of herbs for him to chew on. Making him grimace at the taste of the herbs as he growled. "Yuck. Soap tastes better than this stuff you make me chew after every smoke break." Adelha takes Wolfwood by the hand to give it a gentle squeeze. "You know the rules. Every time you smoke, you have to chew those to get rid of the smell. I will not have my Paw Posse stink of that poison and tar. So once we get inside, you get a bath in." Wolfwood didn't protest as he watched Vash in the living room. The one puppy that was a mixed breed of some smaller dog currently following Vash around for attention with wagging tail and happy yips. So the blonde scooped the puppy up to hold to his face to be showered in puppy kisses. Making Wolfwood smile as he snickered. "That one is completely smitten. Just look at him. Takes so little to please that spiked dork. Wish they were as playful with me."

Adelha thinks on this to soon wrap an arm around Wolfwood's waist. "They don't like the fact your clothes tend to smell like cigarettes, for one. You also tend to be a grumbling kodiak bear in the morning. Just try and relax more and try laying on the floor for them to play on you." Wolfwood snorted to point out, "Right. Use me as a jungle gym instead of a playmate. I'd get squished under the dog pile." As if on cue, Vash sat down on the living room floor for all the puppies to crowd him and give him happy woofs. Soon knocking the blonde over to either shower him in kisses or lay on him. Making Vash squeak and laugh as he wiggled to try and get out from under all that fur and love. Making Wolfwood and Adelha laugh as Vash gave teasing yelps for a rescue. Wolfwood watching to then make a pointed comment to Adelha. "Meryl is wondering when you'll ask him out. I say you do so soon. Before Meryl tries to muscle her way in."

Adelha thinks on that to then give a comment all her own. "And if I asked you to court me instead, Nicholas?" Wolfwood went stock still for the surprise to wash over him. His gaze lingering on the living room as he tossed that offer around in his head and heart. So he gave Adelha a half hug squeeze before saying anything to her. "Tempt a soul with siren songs, eh? I would gladly take you for a date out on the town and a dance under the stars. But Vash for my competition is a challenge I'm pretty sure I'd lose in the end. Would give him a run for his money and make him work for every inch. Yet he'd probably win. I am not looking to get my ass handed to me in the game of love." Adelha chuckles to then shake her head. Soon reaching a gloved hand up to turn Wolfwood's face to her own so eyes might meet. "I would call you a coward if I did not know better of you, Nicholas D. Wolfwood. But I will instead challenge you. We are going to that formal ball next month. You will dance with me. With the end of the ball being reserved for a night of romance. Do you accept?"

Wolfwood felt his blood heat in his veins as Adelha gazed at him. Her striking blue eyes all but looking into his soul. So he decided to then lean in and give Adelha a deep kiss. making her purr into his mouth to then be grinning when they parted for air. His words warm and melted. "Challenge accepted. Just don't blame me if Vash and I end up in a fist fight over this." Adelha huffed a laugh to note with humor, "Like I'm not used to drunken scuffles by stubborn oafs too full of mean and not holding to their wits. I'll patch you both up afterwards."

It is at this point that a cough comes from the door to the balcony. Adelha and Wolfwood turning to see Vash standing there. His frame leaning against the door frame to have a glass of whiskey in his one hand. His prosthetic left arm removed for him to be watching them both with a knowing smile. "So we're both officially after the attentions of our gorgeous room mate and savior. Be warned that I don't plan on losing to you on this, Nick." Wolfwood smirked to just huff a dry laugh and nod. Looking to Vash with a glint of competitive spark in his eyes as he speaks. "Same. Now then. Let's get to making dinner and sharing that vintage bottle of whiskey you opened without asking any of us if we wanted some of it. Course I'd have suggested the vodka. Anyways. Let's get inside."