❧ 002 [video]

[shadowblends]

[When the TAB first flickers to life, all that's visible is an intricately scarred cheek with just the slightest peek of ivory fangs past blue lips. There's the faint sound of something shifting about and finally, Kurt comes into full view.

He's sitting on the edge of an old stone fountain, his tail swishing back and forth behind him, a grin plastered across his face.] I know very little about this holiday, but I've read a few things in an attempt to try and understand better.

[Meaning that he has forgone all the really romantic and couple-esque things about 'Valentine's Day' or whatever they would be calling it on Thisavrou.]

Giving chocolate to someone you like is traditional and I have more than a few friends and other people that I enjoy being around, so ... [He reaches over to pick up a small black box and pops the lid off of it, revealing the candy inside.]

Who wants some chocolate? [A soft laugh follows shortly after his inquiry as he replaces the lid and clutches the box to his chest, smile somehow broadening.]

I'm more than willing to deliver it, too.


(ooc: cw for anyone that decides to read the thread with kurt and j. [mentions of self-harm, internalized transphobia and ... self-loathing?])

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[shadowblends]

You're exactly right. Powers that are better than mine even! Well, the name of our team is the 'X-Men,' which sounds rather superhero-esque. [He narrows his eyes in response to the bump, tail flicking with lingering mischief.] You're very welcome. Sounds like a good plan to me.

I could, but wouldn't that be like cheating? [Kurt grins and lifts the cookie to take a quick bite, being sure to chew and swallow before shaking his head at Hunk's comment.] You aren't and you would never have to because these are wunderbar, oh my goodness.

[Sorry, Hunk. He has to eat more cookie; it also distracts from the fact that if he were to teleport too much, it could cause exhaustion. No reason for him to mention that right now.]

[im_a_leg]

Dude, what could be better than being able to teleport at will? Seriously, that's wicked awesome. Man, I'd never be late to class again.

How would that be cheating? Probably just as effective as running around a lot. And hey, mi casa es su casa. You got a favorite snack or dessert? I like making new stuff.

[shadowblends]

Telepathy, telekinesis, super speed, elemental control, regenerative healing factors? To be honest, I've used it for that more than once ... Don't tell my teachers, though. [He raises his shoulders to his ears, the smile on his face becoming far more sheepish now.]

Mmn, true, but the teleporting uses a burst of energy instead of a gradual increase like with running. If I do them in rapid succession, stretch my limit, or take a lot of people along for the ride, it uses more. [Kurt downs the rest of the cookie, settles the now empty hand at his chin then perks ever so slightly.] I can't decide on a favorite, but cheese cake would be interesting to have again.

[im_a_leg]

Holy quiznak, is there anything you guys can't do? [He let out a short, impressed laugh]

[Now that had his eyebrows going right up] Wait, you mean kind of like starting up an engine? [he frowned a little] When you start up a car it's like, you use a burst of fuel. It burns more than regular driving.

[Also, he's gonna make you all the cheesecake in the land.]

[shadowblends]

Most of us have weaknesses. If I happen to get caught in an electrical field, such as an electrified chamber of any sort, it will hinder my teleportation and limit it to the volume of whatever space I'm trapped in. [Inconvenient in the most ridiculous way.]

Exactly, ja. Using the ability with enough time in between won't effect me as much, but ... [He shrugs.] Rescuing people is part of the job.

[Mmm, cheesecake! Until then, he's going to take another cookie or three.]

[im_a_leg]

I mean, everyone has weaknesses though, yeah? And most people's are a lot more common. Like, it's more likely that I'm gonna end up stranded somewhere than run into an electrified chamber. It's not exactly the kind of thing most people keep in their back yards.

Can't that get dangerous though? I mean, on a car you can do a lot of damage that way. [INSERT CONCERNED FROWN.]

[shadowblends]

Of course, but ... it's difficult when something so simple can hinder teleportation. Ach, at least if you end up stranded somewhere, I could come and get you!

For a car, sure. I'm rather resilient, though! [UHHH ... insert cookie into mouth?! Kurt already feels like he's said too much and if he continues talking, something that he'd rather not put out there is sure to be revealed.]

[im_a_leg]

So long as I'm not surrounded by a mysterious electrical field anyway. [He grinned. I mean, c'mon, how likely was that to happen?]

I mean, so long as you're sure. But I'm probably gonna worry about you anyway.

[shadowblends]

I'd find the source of the electricity and-- [He mimics smashing something by pounding one fist into his palm, an amused chuckle following soon after.

His eyes widen then shut as he turns away, gulping almost painfully to get the remaining bits of cookie down.] You don't have to do that ...

[im_a_leg]

[That earned him a wide grin] That'd totally make you my hero, huh?

And I mean yeah, obviously I dont have to worry, but I'm gonna anyway.

[shadowblends]

[Him, a hero? He seems pretty uncertain about that.] I wouldn't say 'hero,' but ...

[Kurt stares at the cookies for some sort of distraction; how many of these can he eat? Shouldn't some of them be saved for Hunk's housemates?] I appreciate your concern, Hunk.

[im_a_leg]

Dude, if you smash an electric box so you can poof me off to safety, you're definitely my hero.

[He nudges him a little again.] You're a cool guy, Kurt. Just wanna look out for you a little is all.

[shadowblends]

You're an awfully kind person and don't deserve to be hurt.

[The bump recaptures his attention, head lifting so he can meet Hunk's gaze with a smile.] Thank you. Both for thinking I'm 'cool' and for looking out for me.

[im_a_leg]

I feel the same way about you, Kurt.

And hey, thanks for being cool. You're my first friend here.

[shadowblends]

[He bashfully shrugs his shoulders. What can he say? Honestly, Kurt's flattered and so much so, that his cheeks are starting to flush again.]

I ... I am? Oh, you must mean after your housemates, though.

[im_a_leg]

Well yeah, I knew all them before I got here. I haven't been here very long you know.

[Hunks grin widens] By the way, the way you turn purple when you blush? Totally adorable.

[shadowblends]

I haven't been here that long either! Only two months and this is the first place we've actually settled on.

[Oh, no, he's self-conscious now! He quickly looks away once more, raising his hands to cover his cheeks.] My face is purple?

[im_a_leg]

Oh, I've been here like, two weeks? Something like that.

[Oh no it's cute ] Yeah! Probably cause of the blue skin, yeah? Red and blue, you know.

[shadowblends]

That's even less time than me! You need to get out more. [Tease, tease.

He lowers his hands, blinks a few times then rears back in slight alarm.] Ach, how long have I been blushing?

[im_a_leg]

Heh. I'm trying! Got a job already anyway.

Uhh. [He taps his chin thoughtfully] Off and on the whole time since you got here?

[shadowblends]

Oh, wow! I'm still looking for one myself, but how did you do it so quickly?

[Kurt waits anxiously for the response, the length of his tail slinking around, his fingers fidgeting with the spade.] And I didn't even notice, until you mentioned it. You've either kept me thoroughly distracted or you're simply that easy to talk to.

[im_a_leg]

Just got lucky I guess. Found a posting gor a chef position and I got it!

[He grins again.] I'll take either. And it was cute, by the way. And totally flattering.

[shadowblends]

[He makes an excited noise (not quite a squeak, but--) and reaches to rest a hand on Hunk's shoulder, giving a firm squeeze.] Congratulations! I hope you'll be doing something you like.

[His other hand raises, the first digit thoughtfully trailing down his cheek.] Flattering ... [After a momentary lapse in concentration--] Oh, erm, what about both? Distracting and easy to talk to?

[im_a_leg]

[He quirks a smile, putting a hand over the one on his shoulder] Thanks. I am! Cooking and engineering are my two passions. I love em.

[Though that last comment has him flushing a bit] That'd be, like, doubly flattering.

[shadowblends]

[His eyes flick to where Hunk's hand settles over his own, that indigo flush they'd mentioned only moments ago starting to spread across his cheeks. Why? Why?] You are very welcome. So, that's two things you excel in, hm?

[Thank goodness, he isn't the only one.] Well, consider yourself doubly flattered, then. I can't remember the last time I had a conversation go this smoothly.