[ Though the words that Moran says, unsurprisingly, hit right in the heart of the matter. Not because Xunxian thinks that one gesture is so indicative of Moran's intention - he knows that Moran would not have meant that - but because a part of him fears that Moran can change his mind, some day.
He breathes out, then pulls off the mittens of the protective suit and wraps his fingers around Moran's. At least by now he's actually dried up, so his palms are warm enough. ]
It is a case in which your goals and wishes were subsumed by something else - I felt it's call too, though I believe weaker. Your wishes, I know, are that I stay safe and sound and by your side, and you need not question that I knew them, every moment. [ This, he is certain about, and yes, if Moran questions that - well, Xunxian made it here in one piece. ]
I knew before that happened that aught was not right, and still I humored you in your drive to arrive here. Which I would apologize for, had it not brought you here where you are back to yourself.
In short... to me it matters, your actions and your intentions both. As it ever has.
[ His thumbs rub over Moran's knuckles, and he tilts his head slightly, the smile he gives not tipping into the familiar, bitterness-tinged one. ]
no subject
[ Though the words that Moran says, unsurprisingly, hit right in the heart of the matter. Not because Xunxian thinks that one gesture is so indicative of Moran's intention - he knows that Moran would not have meant that - but because a part of him fears that Moran can change his mind, some day.
He breathes out, then pulls off the mittens of the protective suit and wraps his fingers around Moran's. At least by now he's actually dried up, so his palms are warm enough. ]
It is a case in which your goals and wishes were subsumed by something else - I felt it's call too, though I believe weaker. Your wishes, I know, are that I stay safe and sound and by your side, and you need not question that I knew them, every moment. [ This, he is certain about, and yes, if Moran questions that - well, Xunxian made it here in one piece. ]
I knew before that happened that aught was not right, and still I humored you in your drive to arrive here. Which I would apologize for, had it not brought you here where you are back to yourself.
In short... to me it matters, your actions and your intentions both. As it ever has.
[ His thumbs rub over Moran's knuckles, and he tilts his head slightly, the smile he gives not tipping into the familiar, bitterness-tinged one. ]
As it ever will.