[ The answer is met with a subtle shift of his features. More assured, less doubt. He nods quietly turning in his direction. He settles on his knees to face him better and picks up the shampoo. ]
Close your eyes.
[ He reminds him, his confidence returning as he massages the shampoo into his scalp and diligently works his way down. With his focus on his work, he doesn't notice when his heart grows calm or the subtle heat emitting from his person. It's not hot or even noticeably warmer for anyone standing even a foot away from him, but with Allen so close, he might notice the shift.
Shouto takes his time with his hair, losing himself in the movements of the task. He takes extra time at the ends, a little taken by the length, so much longer than he's used to with his hair. When he's done, he utters a quick warning before pouring water over his head in small batches until it stops feeling slippery.
Once he's done, he leans back and stands. Nude, he steps out of the tub to pick up the towels, wrapping one around himself and handing the other to Allen before reaching down to tug on the plug to empty the tub.
When he's done with the task, he looks over at Alle, this close to him his features turn soft. In that moment, he forgets about the place they've found themselves inf, and he extends a hand out to him as a token of... of...
... It doesn't matter. For now, he lets the thought go in favor of ushering them to bed. ]
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Close your eyes.
[ He reminds him, his confidence returning as he massages the shampoo into his scalp and diligently works his way down. With his focus on his work, he doesn't notice when his heart grows calm or the subtle heat emitting from his person. It's not hot or even noticeably warmer for anyone standing even a foot away from him, but with Allen so close, he might notice the shift.
Shouto takes his time with his hair, losing himself in the movements of the task. He takes extra time at the ends, a little taken by the length, so much longer than he's used to with his hair. When he's done, he utters a quick warning before pouring water over his head in small batches until it stops feeling slippery.
Once he's done, he leans back and stands. Nude, he steps out of the tub to pick up the towels, wrapping one around himself and handing the other to Allen before reaching down to tug on the plug to empty the tub.
When he's done with the task, he looks over at Alle, this close to him his features turn soft. In that moment, he forgets about the place they've found themselves inf, and he extends a hand out to him as a token of... of...
... It doesn't matter. For now, he lets the thought go in favor of ushering them to bed. ]
Let's go to sleep.