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Ykw as much as I like to entertain the idea of them co-starring in something again, I haven’t actually thought about what specific project it should be lol I’d absolutely love to see them in something dark and twisted (and not explicitly romantic like mota). Tbh I think a Bond & Bond villain dynamic would suit them so well. Austin always gives his villains such complex and layered faces, and I think Callum could portray a Bond with a rougher, morally gray edge that we aren't used to seeing. They could create something really fascinating together there.

But since we’re here for rpf, I’d say it’s because he has a crush on Callum that he hasn't even realized yet. I think he would’ve controlled himself much better if he were aware of the nature of his feelings... (On the other hand, I'd say Callum knows exactly what it is.)

Also if you wanna read something about Austin visiting Callum in London summer (minus the heatwave) there's a fic called Simple Things written by me <3

Thank you anon I hope you know how much a message like this means to me... I'm so grateful for the love this self-indulgent too-long-for-its-own-good fic has received.

On the other hand, although we might not have seen Callum mention Austin in interviews, it could mean something, or it could easily just be a lack of opportunity. I mean the man still doesn’t shy away from grabbing men’s waists in public. In any case, the main reason he strikes me as someone who isn't afraid to let his personal life overlap with his career is how open he is about his current romantic relationship. Ofc it brings him more visibility and helps his profile to an extent, but it also draws TONS of sarcastic remarks. I’d even say as for now it’s the primary reason some people don’t take him as seriously.

that dog is so relatable

You know what they say about someone who protests too much… Joking. But seriously, I feel like Austin prioritizes his career and image over basically everything else. He doesn't really do anything that he thinks might make him "look bad" (imo it even hurts his acting sometimes, but that’s beside the point). To be clear I’m not judging. I mean as much as I always say Callum strikes me as someone who doesn’t give a shit about how people view his personal life, at the end of the day, I don’t truly know these people. What I believe is that our lives are made of a series of choices including which prices we are willing to pay. Some of those choices are irreversible—right people, wrong time; no one is going to wait for you forever etc. Once you’ve made The Choice, I guess the only way out is through.