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Fans have called for an intervention!
They believe @penumbral-confessions should be @pr0tostar 's throne!
Well I certainly wouldn't mind~
I... what ..?
I do not see myself bottoming in this situation.
Want to be my throne then?
I am terribly intrigued, I must admit...
If you boyfriends wouldn't want to have my head on a pike it would've been my pleasure to satiate your curiosity~
I.. hm, perhaps I could come over to.. discuss some things with you first.
A little identity crisis that's been plaguing me for a while, that you may be specifically equipped to advise upon.
Perhaps over dinner? I do make a mean carbonara pasta if I may borrow your kitchen.
Oh? Now I'm curious.
It's a date then~
Excellent; time, place and date?
A monday evening would be perfect. I'll send you the coordinates; and you can send me your grocery list.
[On the day of the date]
Good evening, Penumbra.
[Protostar was dressed to the nines, looking regal and just the slightest bit gothic at Penumbra's doorstep. He seemed to have brought a box of fancy desserts]
Protostar. Nice to meet face to face.
(Penumbra greeting him with a sharp grin. He was equally well dress: a black cropped shirt and jacket, which had golden embroidery, and tight leather pants; his heeled boots made him a good few inches taller, and golden jewlery tastefully completed the outfit)
And you bought dessert too. I suppose we'll have extra then.
(He chuckled)
Come in~
You look beautiful, my friend.
[Protostar's voice was melodic as ever, delivering the compliment as he stepped into the abode]
You've cleaned recently; is that cherry scented air freshener I smell?
You look like quite a treat yourself.
Ah yes. I've made sure my kitchen was squeaky clean for you. I can't wait to try your famous carbonara.
Hm, do I now?
[Protostar smiled]
Shall we get started then?
Do you need my help? Or should I just sit there and be pretty~
Please sit, dear.
The cooking is part of the show.
[He removed several layers of clothing and jewelry, draping it across a chair, before tying an apron on. Then he got to work.]
[His technique was impeccable, and when everything was simmering, he took a small break, seating himself across Penumbra and just watching him]
It smells delightful so far. But perhaps you want something to drink after all this hardwork. Or some appetizers?
Hmmm, that would be nice.
What do you have for me Mr. bartender?
I have anything your heart desires. Or do you wish for a surprise?
A strawberry daiquiri with a twist, please.
Hmm...
(Penumbra walked over to his fridge, bending over to check the freezer's content)
You're in luck. I still have some frozen strawberries left.
(He grabbed his ingredients, opting for some dark rum, and blended everything. He poured the cocktail in a round glass, stuck a straw in it, and decorated a slice of lime)
One strawberry daiquiri for the handsome bot.
The image of you bending over in heels is quite delightful.
(Penumbra chuckled)
You looked~
Well I wouldn't mind bending over for you more often starshine.
Really?...
Do you dance?
On occasions. Do you wanna dance?
... may I watch you dance, after dinner?
Sure thing. I'll make sure to give you a show to remember~
(He winked)
[Protostar smiled and cleared his throat]
Ahem.. a question, did you modify yourself to .. look this way?
Hm? I have. Why?
You look like .. someone I know. But obviously sexier. Still.. it makes me wonder what could have been, with him.
Do you mean that one Eclipse? I've seen you look at him during that little party~ It's a shame he's already taken.
Yes but I've become entirely too greedy.
I have two partners yet it feels like .. I am adrift.
I am not sure I understand what love is, as all I know is service and peacekeeping-- until it became my downfall. It doesn't suit me.
You have heard of my sins?
Hm vaguely.
If I remember correctly you've mentionned trying to kill Solse and his friends?
Sundot... talked about you sometimes too.
Sundot talks to you?
....
Yes, I was grieving the life I had lived with Sundot. The future I would never have. And the past that was stolen from me. I do not know if I regret my actions...
I am better but.. I do not think I am happy. I do not think I know who I am.
Then I saw you, and I felt something. A spark of familiarity, beyond just us being Eclipses. Perhaps, there is something I can learn from you.
Ah hm... I guess you didn't know. Sundot used to visit, way back when. I'm still a bartender. People tend to talk about their issues.
Not knowing who we are. Isn't that such an Eclipse problem.
(Penumbra chuckled)
Yes...
Were you and Sundot.. did you.. have you... --
We didn't.
