audio; un: alucard | locked from minato, open to everyone else

[reposing]

I find myself in need of some services.

I am in need of several people to help achieve a personal project of mine. I've recently become acquainted with some of the works in the library that is new to me, but perhaps old to you. The Much Ado About Nothing play from William Shakespeare.

I need fairly convincing actors, and those with an artistic touch to set a stage.

I am open to discussion. I would like to do this fairly soon, perhaps in a week.

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[rk800connor]

Forgive me. I still find it difficult to imagine humans treating you like a monster. Perhaps because vampires do not exist where I'm from.

[He began to slide his hand to cup Alucard's face but hesitated a moment, frowning sympathetically.]

It seems we both have difficulty with that. Maybe... that's for the best? I think I like that you treat me... the same way you treat everyone else. [His LED flickered as he thought back through what he'd just said, not entirely sure that it was right of him to feel that way.]

I... I think, I do. It's difficult for me to say. It's a little outside of the scope of my programming. But I don't feel compelled to agree to date you.

[A faint blush worked its way across his cheeks as he failed to hide a soft, sheepish smile.] I can confirm without any doubt that I do 'want you'.

[reposing]

[His eyes open, and he looks at Connor, listening carefully. He reaches up, taking Connor's hand and pressing his cheek into it.]

And I am always grateful for how you've treated me. If humans could make someone like you, then perhaps... perhaps there is still indeed some hope for them yet.

[It's a lovely thing, watching him blush. Though his blood, as it were, is blue it's obvious to him how much detail went into making him as lifelike as possible. It seems so ridiculous to him that humans would make Connor and never expect him to be alive.]

You flatter me. [Alucard smiles.] If nothing else, I look forward to our days together here. To learn more about you, and what brings you joy.

[The dhampir leans in, lightly pressing his lips against Connor's.]

[rk800connor]

[The lengths humans would go to for aesthetics. Who would want to see a machine taking care of their children or jobs side by side humans? That would just be creepy.]

I only hope I don't disappoint you.

[He murmured the words against Alucard's lips before sinking into the kiss, eyes slipping shut as their fingers intertwined. After a moment, he reluctantly broke the kiss though he didn't pull away, LED flickering thoughtfully.]

I'm unsure of the proper etiquette involved in our new relationship. Should I introduce myself to Minato or am I not supposed to?

[reposing]

You won't.

[Alucard quietly relishes the closeness, the affection. He felt as though he'd been holding back for sometime now since they'd been intimate, but there were bits that escaped him.

Lightly, he nuzzles his cheek.] Only if you wish to. I think that perhaps Minato may appreciate it. I would even say he's more familiar with androids than I am.

[rk800connor]

Oh?

[He runs his free hand through Alucard's hair, obviously a little distracted with playing with it, twirling the long strands between his fingers as he speaks.]

Androids are common where he's from?

[It's an idle curiosity, but simply hearing that Minato would likely prefer if Connor did contact him was enough to persuade him to do so.]

[reposing]

[The contact is so soft, tender even; Alucard can't quite recall the last time something relaxed him so.]

Bear in mind, it's not precisely a high bar for one to know androids more than I do. But he was friends with one before. You may wish to speak to him about it.

It is my hope that you two will at least be comfortable with one another. I would demand nothing of either of you.

[rk800connor]

Would you still say that? You're friends with an android now, too. Friends and more. [His smile edges on teasing, eyes glinting with a hint of mischief.

He pauses, going completely still for a moment, LED flickering rapidly for a few seconds before he blinks and refocuses on Alucard.] There. I've sent him a message. Hopefully he and I can speak soon.

[reposing]

[That earns a warm laugh from Alucard, and he reaches up to gently take Connor by the chin to steal a brief kiss from him.] I may know you intimately, but I admit I still have much to learn from you yet, Connor.

I hope so as well. He is a kind young man. He can be somewhat hard to read, but he is not cold. Perhaps just reluctant at first when it comes to someone new.

[rk800connor]

I've said this before, but I see no harm in reiterating... if you ever have any questions, I'm more than happy to answer them to the best of my ability.

[He happily leaned into the kiss, chasing to return it with a soft smile.]

Do you need to go? You have a play to prepare, after all. [He makes the offer, but doesn't move, except for to keep running his fingers through Alucard's hair, more than a little preoccupied with it.]

[reposing]

I know. And... if the curiosity ever arises, you are welcome to ask me anything as well.

[He hums at the returned kiss. It would be so tempting to remain here and soak in Connor's affection, but he does have quite the task ahead of him. Instead, the dhampir gently pushes Connor out of his lap before he stands, but not without leaving him with another kiss.]

I should. There is much to do. But I-- thank you, for being understanding and so welcoming. Know that I am immensely grateful for you, your help and your kindness.

[And he will have to think of something to do for Connor. Perhaps not a date quite like for Minato.

Something to ponder.]