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In the open doorway, he lounges in his house robe, legs crossed and one slipper dangling precariously from his foot. A large esoteric tome is open in his lap and he nibbles on the earpiece of his glasses as he focuses. The second he notices the soft patter of your footfall, the tome slams shut and he is on his feet, tripping over that slipper and tucking locks back behind his ear. Laugh lines around his brown eyes deepen and he smiles as he throws his arms open. "Good evening, my love."
I am dreadfully sorry it took me so long to get this finished for you, Anon, but I do hope you like this little treato!
SFW but suggestive. ;)
Word Count: 467
Gn!Reader x Gale
“Good evening, my sweet wizard,” you say as you blissfully fall into his embrace, the warmth of it making you melt, and the stress of your day falls away like a distant memory. “How was your day?”
Gale gives you a soft kiss on your waiting lips, and pulls away slightly to gesture to the mostly forgotten tome left behind on the lounge. “Just enjoying a bit of light reading by the fire. Though, nothing could be more enjoyable than your perfect company, my love.”
You smile easily, reluctantly wiggling free of his gentle grasp, and begin to hang up your belongings after a long day away from home, away from your love. While hanging up your coat by the door, you feel his hands slide around your waist as he nuzzles his face in the curve of your neck.
“I missed you today,” he breathes, taking in the scent of your unique musk and the soap you used that morning. He peppers gentle kisses on the nape of your neck, and a soft hum passes his lips. “It’s lonely here without you.”
You move your hands to his where he cradles your hips, linking your fingers together and lolling your head to one side to give him better access for his loving ministrations as a satisfied moan escapes your throat. It’s only then do you notice the faint smells of something savory wafting in from the kitchen and your mouth waters.
“Mmmm, that smells delicious,” you smile. “I’m starving.”
“Well, you’re in luck then, my love, I made your favorite. Bouillabaisse. Just came off the stove, in fact.” He spun you around and pulled you flush against his body, lavishing you with more kisses and affection as if he hadn’t seen you in ages. Your soft moan melts into an affectionate giggle as his beard tickles the column of your neck.
“I suppose,” you breathe, “we could…let it cool off a little.”
He groans softly, smiling against your delicate skin. “You sure?” He smirks. “I thought you were starving.”
You touch your forehead to his, pressing your hands to his chest with one hand sliding up to the back of his neck and tangling in his tousled hair. “My appetite can be sated in other ways, my dear wizard.” You peel yourself away from him and take him by the land, leading him to your shared bedroom.
His eyes darken as you whisk him away, his half-lidded gaze roaming hungrily over your body. He flashes that signature smirk at you, the smolder that always makes you go weak in the knees as he obediently follows you.
As you cross the threshold into your bedroom, he immediately claims you with passionate, hungry kisses. “Then let me show you all the ways I can satisfy you, my love.”
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Hello my lovely!
Here is a song to hopefully inspire you. Sending you love. <3
OK my dear @sorceresssundries. I truly hope you like this. I'm deeply sorry it took me so long to finish this, but I yeeted my soul from the depths so I could finish it. (Not beta'd so please no one come for me if there are any mistakes or anything.)
Just letting y'all know...It's sad, but tender. But also sad. I'm sorry, but also suffer with me.
Also uploaded to AO3
SFW, but cw for implied death.
Words: 1453
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Somewhere
Gale opened his eyes, blinking a few times until he adjusted to the sunlight that filtered in through the open window.
He sighed once he realized that he was once again alive to see another day. With an outstretched hand he slid his fingers along the empty sheets where Tav used to lay. The sheets were cold and vacant, but if he tried hard enough he could still smell their unique fragrance embedded into the mattress. Yet another reminder that they were no longer by his side, another day he must wake up alone.
Every day took more effort than the last to rouse his aging body from the bed that slowly became his prison. After a while, he fell into a routine. He’d wake, longingly caress Tav’s side of the bed, pad over to the bathroom and stare into the mirror vacantly studying the man before him, a man he no longer recognized. The years have clouded his eyes, his long hair and beard were unkempt and wiry, and it seemed a new wrinkle would appear every day. Why did he bother looking? There wasn’t anything to see anymore.
He shuffled to the kitchen and stared into the larder only to sigh and walk out without anything to eat, retreating to the terrace with a book that he would barely read.
Books were nothing more than words on old pages, strung together in meaningless clusters without form or understanding, food lacked flavor and excitement, his natural curiosity waned until it vanished into the unknown depths of forgotten brilliance. But there he would sit, the terrace his only refuge, and the comfort of holding a tome he’d never actually read.
The words on the page began to bleed together resembling spilled ink to his tired eyes. He sighed and set the book aside, resting his hands in his lap as he closed his eyes. For a moment, he took in the sounds of the sea below, slipping into a trance from the rhythmic ebbing and flowing of the waves rolling along the shore.
Astra navigabimus. More than anything these days, that incantation was the only thing that brought solace. Gale preferred his time in the Astral Sea, the most beautiful illusion he ever conjured, especially when he made Tav.
He stood at the edge of the astral waters, his bare feet kissed by gentle laps of water as he took a moment to center himself, and gaze into the expanse of his new reality.
Off in the distance was the small boat he brought Tav to their first time in the illusion. His crows’ feet deepened as he smiled longingly. He walked across a narrow path of stepping stones, traversing the empyrean sea until he reached the aimlessly floating craft.
Once he climbed in he could feel the depths of the water beneath him as the boat rocked, taking a deep breath and relaxing his shoulders as all the stress and tension he left behind in the material world melted away. His body ached a little less here, the weightlessness of the world around him made him feel anew.
“Gale, my love!” His eyes sparkled as Tav materialized before him, conjured together with shimmering stars and swirling colors. “You came back to me.” They smiled, their longing evident in their ethereal gaze.
“Of course, dearest. My heart beats only for you, my love.” He extended his hands to Tav, his fingers delicately tangling with theirs.
The longer he stayed, the more detailed Tav’s form became until they resembled their mortal body, though never quite becoming as real as Gale desired.
“Gods I miss you, Tav.”
“I miss you too.”
He leaned in to press his forehead to theirs only to be met with no resistance, and merging with their celestial manifestation. His hands slipped from theirs as he leaned back, retreating from their incorporeal touch. Yet another reminder of what he’d lost, what he’ll never get back.
Tav reached out and placed their hand on Gale’s cheek. “You look tired, my sweet love.”
He sighed as he leaned into the tingling sensation that resembled their mortal touch. “Perhaps I am, but I’m worlds better now that I’m at your side.” His eyes softly closed as he leaned into the feeling, illusory as it may be, he didn’t care.
Tav watched him, their gaze curious and almost vacant, silently observing the withering man before them. After a moment, they pulled their hand away as it came to rest in their lap.
Gale’s eyes shot open as the tingling feeling vanished instantly. For a moment, he was reminded of the emptiness he felt when they died. He slowly turned his head towards the shore, just beyond it a swirling void daring to suck him back in, and return him to the dismal existence he left behind as he sat in meditation on his terrace.
“Gale? What troubles you, sweet love?”
“I should go back,” he whispered as he turned his somber gaze back to Tav. “I cannot stay long. You know that.”
Tav rested their hand on Gale’s, the other tilting his chin so he could meet their starry gaze. “Stay with me. Please don’t go.” Their eyes swirled like shimmering pools of stardust, capturing Gale in a mesmerizing, breathless reverie. “I love you.”
Gale released a soft, shuddering breath as their words drifted over him. “Gods I love you, too. More than anything,” he breathed.
“Then stay.” Tav’s insistent plea was like a prayer. “You made this place for us. For me. It’s so lonely without you.”
“I’d drift along this endless sea with you forever if I could, my love.”
“Then come with me.” The boat remained steady as Tav stood and extended their hand out to Gale. “Leave the boat behind, and come with me.”
“Leave the – I don’t know if I can…” His brow furrowed as he considered Tav’s words.
“You can. I’ll be with you. Just take my hand.” Tav’s face fell as Gale stared at them in disbelief. “Remember what you said to me once? ‘Don't be alarmed – I’m here with you.’” They paused, gently raking their fingers through his hair and caressing their hand down, coming to rest on his cheek. “I’m right here. I’ve got you. Just take my hand…let me show you the world you created for us.”
Without tearing his eyes away from Tav, he reached up to his cheek, and wrapped his hand around theirs. The boat rocked as he stood, and he froze. Uncertainty flickered in his aging eyes as he wrestled the war between the safety of his tower, and the blissful peace of his illusion. The water rippled out from the boat, and he watched as they grew and faded out in the distance, far beyond where he’d ever gone before.
But Tav would be his anchor, his guide, his beacon. Tav was his reason for living those many years ago. They were always his light. Never leaving his side, even when he didn’t realize how much he needed their strength. Their compassion.
Tav watched him with that same vacant, ethereal gaze, their wisping form patient and still.
Gale let out a deep, shuddering breath. “Alright,” he whispered. “Alright…I’m with you, my love.” He smiled as the fear in his chest gave way to an eerie sense of calm and safety washed over him. “Show me more.”
Tav burned brightly, smiling with unbridled joy. It had been years since Gale had seen that smile. They stepped out of the boat and stood on the water. “It’ll be alright. I have you.”
He took another breath, steadying himself before he stepped over the starboard side of the boat. The water rippled as his feet touched the surface, and he tightened his grip on Tav’s hand on instinct.
“Are you ready?”
Gale took a moment, letting the words sink in. He had expected to feel more scared and uncertain, but all he felt was peace. Safety. Like the journey he was about to embark on was the most sure thing he’d even done in the world. “Yes, my love. More than anything.”
Tav stepped closer, lifting their joined hands slightly as they laced their fingers together. A bright light emanated from their bond, and Tav leaned in for a kiss. Gale sighed softly as their lips met his, closing his eyes as he melted into Tav’s embrace.
Little by little his corporeal form faded and drifted into the sea as Tav’s light poured into him. They pulled away and smiled, gazing at their love before them.
He looked younger. His tousled hair flowing like stardust, eyes bright and swirling like nebulae.
“Come, my sweet love,” Tav smiled. “I’ve so much to show you.”
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