This is still wonderful and heartbreaking. That last scene is the one that does it for me, with Tariq being so normal and kind and understanding.
“We had sex, Dimitri,” Tariq says, not unkindly. “It happens, sometimes, between adults as attractive as you and I. And as for better things to do, my evening was going to consist of re-coding this database of names, drinking beer and eating chips, you tell me how important that sounds to you.”
Also Beth, of course. And Ruth and all her history. Lovely work.
Hah! I have never tried writing this kinda thing before, it was definitely a good exercise in pushing boundaries. Boys kissing is fun. Thank you! (PS: cheers for your card, a message will be on its way soon!)
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This is still wonderful and heartbreaking. That last scene is the one that does it for me, with Tariq being so normal and kind and understanding.
“We had sex, Dimitri,” Tariq says, not unkindly. “It happens, sometimes, between adults as attractive as you and I. And as for better things to do, my evening was going to consist of re-coding this database of names, drinking beer and eating chips, you tell me how important that sounds to you.”
Also Beth, of course. And Ruth and all her history. Lovely work.
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(Glad it got to you! Aw yay post)
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So perfect and beautiful, in that Spooks way *g*
I loved this. I wanted to just hug them. Plus.... HOT :D
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YUP. Also, awesome Tariq, tackling things head-on. Thank you for writing and sharing.
Loved this and also left you kudos at Yuletide.
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