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[He smiles and doesn’t deny it. His tail wags a little. His fur is soft to the touch. It is thicker on his chest. He leans into the touch with a soft sigh.

He lets being petted. It’s soothing and Diluc’s hands are always warm. He closes his eyes and relaxes like a pet that’s been given all the attention they wanted.]

[Okay it's very soft. Kaeya is very soft. He's petting Kaeya. This is fine. Strange, mind you, but fine.

The way Kaeya sighs though -- for a reason Diluc can't or perhaps won't identify -- has Diluc trying to ignore a sudden rise of heat in his cheeks.]

It's soft. [Is all he manages to get out, a quick reporting of the obvious that Kaeya already knows.]

[He grins but doesn't open his eye. This feels nice enough he could doze right back off.] I told you.

[But he feels compelled to keep talking.] Thank you for breakfast. It was wonderful as always.

You did. I didn't doubt the truth of it.

[But believing it and feeling for himself are different things.

He lets his hand linger a moment later before drawing back, almost reluctantly. Since he doesn't know what to do with his hands now, and wraps both around his cup of tea to keep them still.]

You're welcome. Thank you for dining with me. I'm enjoying these kinds of mornings.

Oh, you're not the only one growing fond of them. [Kaeya says as he opens his eye and smiles for Diluc alone. It's a little shy, but very real. He's trying to be honest when they're alone. He still does some of his dodging. But not quite as much. He takes his tea in hand, returning to human as he raises it in a mock toast.

Kaeya says quietly.] To many more of them.

[And then he drinks his tea.]

Good.

[Diluc pronounces. It's very good. He sees that smile and offers one of his own in return. They're both trying. It's obvious to him in moments like this. Progress may be slow, but it is still progress.

Shaking his head, he lifts his tea as well.] To many more.

[A sip himself.] I'll expect you have for dinner?

Of course, I will be. I'll even help you make it. Do we need anything from the Market? ['To many more' feels like a prayer, but he echoes it before taking a drink. This is beyond what he ever hoped for. It's a beautiful dream. He finishes his breakfast as he returns to human form.]

Shall we do the dishes together, then? I don't have to be at the library at a set time.

Tomatoes if they have them. And an aubergine.

[Veggies are good for you, after all. But it'll be nice to make dinner together.

...and he won't turn down Kaeya's company a bit longer now either.] Yes. We'll make quicker work of them together. Wash or dry? [He'll even leave it up to Kaeya]

I'll wash. You're the better dryer. [He slips from his chair and collects their plates and utensils.]

There are a few things I want from the market too. We can make a list before we both head out.

[A nod in agreement.

He carries his plates to the sink and helps to clear the remainder of the table. His gaze flickers to Kaeya repeatedly as he does. That done, he snags a towel for the dishes and waits for the other man by the sink.]

A good plan. Anything in particular you're looking for?

A good white or red, depending on if I can find decent cuts of meat at the butcher. I’m hopeful I’ll find decent ribs and loin.

[He eats a lot more meat these days. He sees it as a decent trade off to having the ability to shift to wolf. He sometimes hunts in the forest too.] We have that brisket and the flank steaks.

I’m just stocking up. [Freezers are amazing. He can’t get over how good a fridge is.]

Of course.

[Kaeya with the wine. But it's said almost -- almost -- fondly. But he perks up at the idea of the meat for the icebox. Really, the refrigerator and freezer are genuinely amazing.]

It can't hurt to have options in storage, especially since they'll keep.

Yes, and the more meat the better. Not that I’m against vegetables! But I crave the former a lot these days.

[The fridge is incredible. He doesn’t have to set up a warded area full of Cryo to maintain the same results. His tail wags.]

I’ll keep an eye out for healthy seedlings for the garden too.

You're taking this wolf thing very seriously.

[Diluc opines, but there's no sting in the barb. He's happy to indulge Kaeya's preference for meat.]

Good. [A pause and he adds, casually.] Maybe some decent grape juice.

[Kaeya spreads his hands apart in a wide gesture.] I can't help it. These enhanced senses came with some instincts and cravings. One of those is meat.

[He lets his tail brush Diluc's leg. Just to be a bit of a brat.] But, alright. I'll look out for those. Any other plants you want me to specifically look for?

Of course. We must see the wolf is properly fed.

[Diluc shakes his head, glancing down startled at the touch of that tail. This brat.

But it's nice, these simple moments.] Fresh herbs would be nice. Parsley. Chives.

[They'll help with making meals more interesting.]

Mmm, I wish we could get our hands on some lamp grass. [He misses it. Their scent. The light. He brushes his tail against Diluc's leg again.]

I'll be sure to bring home some lovely little seedlings. I trust you on what vintages come into this house.

Me too.

[And now Diluc has an idea that he will chase down as well.]

Good. We'll meet back here for dinner.

[For more of this little domestic situation they've been building together.]

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