[ The box is lined with velvet and resting inside is a beautiful cutlass, with etching in gold on the hilt in elvish--the words he'd spoke to Fenris about him holding his heart forever. Attached to the hilt is cord as flourish, one end of it red (for Astarion) and one end gold (for Xenk). Fenris will find that the weapon is perfectly balanced, truly lovely craftsmanship all around. ]
I figured you ought to have a sword fitting your role at sea.
[Holding the box in one hand, he runs his fingers over the flat of the blade with his other. running along it until he reaches cords on the hilt. It was perfect. Moving to his bed, he sets the box down after removing the sword and gives it a test swing. It was lighter than he was used to, something he will have to learn to adjust for, but it would be so much easier to use when on a boat than his great-sword.
Setting it down in the box once more, he returns to Astarion and brings him into a kiss.]
[ It's nice, seeing how he appreciates it. Even if this isn't his usual kind of blade, Fenris obviously knows how to a good one should look and feel. And, if anything, it'll give them an excuse to practice together. He can help him with his form, and put his hands on his hips...
Daydreaming of this, Astarion returns the kiss easily. He expected it, for one, and also he's getting better at return--and giving--simple affection like this. Although, he maybe darts out his tongue to swipe at Fenris's lips, a little more than simply chaste.
But he pulls away so Fenris can thank him. ]
You're quite welcome. I thought a practical gift would be for the best.
[Fenris smiles a little into the kiss. He's not smiled so much in his life until Astarion and Xenk entered it, yet he finds himself with many reasons to smile these days. ]
I have a gift for you as well, it's customary in Thedas to give gifts for the solstice.
[Moving to his dresser, he picks up a jewelry box in hand, he fidgets with it nervously. He wasn't sure what to get Astarion, so he hopes this will be okay.]
Considered leaving it on your bed, but giving it to you in person feels more.. personal.
[Approaching Astarion again, he hands him the wooden jewelry box. Inside he will find a pair of ornate golden elven ear cuffs that have mossy emeralds and blood red rubies. Their three colors, gold for Xenk, green for his own eyes, and red for Astarion's.]
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[ He's knocking on the door, with a large wooden box in hand. Not the same day as Xenk. Maybe a day or two later. ]
I'd ask if you're decent, but I don't particularly care.
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I am sorry to report I am decent. [He was dressed in loose shirt and tight leather pants, still smiling, though he eyes the box.]
Come in.
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[ He steps into the room and then hands over the aforementioned long wooden box. ]
Here, this is for you. I understand people...give each other gifts here, at this time of year.
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[He takes the box carefully, making sure their hands touch when he does.]
We have a similar tradition in Thedas, for the solstice.
[He opens the box.]
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I figured you ought to have a sword fitting your role at sea.
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[Holding the box in one hand, he runs his fingers over the flat of the blade with his other. running along it until he reaches cords on the hilt. It was perfect. Moving to his bed, he sets the box down after removing the sword and gives it a test swing. It was lighter than he was used to, something he will have to learn to adjust for, but it would be so much easier to use when on a boat than his great-sword.
Setting it down in the box once more, he returns to Astarion and brings him into a kiss.]
Thank you.
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Daydreaming of this, Astarion returns the kiss easily. He expected it, for one, and also he's getting better at return--and giving--simple affection like this. Although, he maybe darts out his tongue to swipe at Fenris's lips, a little more than simply chaste.
But he pulls away so Fenris can thank him. ]
You're quite welcome. I thought a practical gift would be for the best.
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I have a gift for you as well, it's customary in Thedas to give gifts for the solstice.
[Moving to his dresser, he picks up a jewelry box in hand, he fidgets with it nervously. He wasn't sure what to get Astarion, so he hopes this will be okay.]
Considered leaving it on your bed, but giving it to you in person feels more.. personal.
[Approaching Astarion again, he hands him the wooden jewelry box. Inside he will find a pair of ornate golden elven ear cuffs that have mossy emeralds and blood red rubies. Their three colors, gold for Xenk, green for his own eyes, and red for Astarion's.]