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Malion & Galan belong to Temius. Likais and Laviticus to Embi

FINISHED

Likais finally took the seat that was previously offered to him, resting both of his hands on one rather thick thigh. He could see with Malion in the room his usual charms wouldn't result in the same things they usual did. Likais was going to actually have to be on his best behaviour, and, heaven forbid, be an actual parent. A thought momentarily crossed his mind where he considered attempting to seduce the young goblin while the hybrid was off dressing, but the litch, instead, gave a soft, gentle sigh and left it to fantasy. Perhaps one day when the guard dog wasn't watching over his coop so diligently.

For now, Likias attempted small talk. Asking what sorts of classes Galan was interested in taking in his senior as the boy fussed adorably over his tea. Likais asked for more details on how him and his sweet Lavi had met, just to pass the time. He had, of course, heard every detail several times before. But if you weren't going to play, then how else would you pass the time?

Likais did his part. Acting animated and entralled when he was supposed to, laughing merrily without sounding fake. He was well versed on how to put on a believable show.

Just as Likais was growing a touch bored, the buzzer for the apartment rung, just as his phone vibrated again. Likais didn't have to look to know it was his son.

Making sure not to look too relieved, Likais stood up. "I'd wager that's him!"

"Uhm, hallo .... ?" Laviticus' soft voice responded. His arms were trembling from the weight of the boxes as he stood outside waiting to be buzzed in. He could feel his knees ready to buckle, muscles threatening to give way. "I-I'm here ... !" the boy squeaked back.

Likais strode over the door, flashing a smile in return to Malion as he passed. "I suppose I should run to help him. I'll be back in a moment if you'll grab the door for us, Galan~?"

Likais bowed prettily to Malion as he held the door open for them, passing through the threshold to make his way down to help out his son.

At the front of the building, Laviticus heard the door click to open, and as gently as he could, the hybrid set the boxes down. They landed considerably harder than he had been hoping for, and Laviticus found himself suddenly grateful that his father had taken all the breakable things with him on the first load. The boy panted heavily, his whole body quivering as he leaned over to try and catch his breath.

"Ack--!" Laviticus had forgotten to grab the door, suddenly reaching out to grip the door handle with both hands, tugging hard. Unfortunately, the door had locked, and the boy let out a low, dissatisfied whine. Why did moving have to be such a /chore/?

"Y-yes!" Laviticus said weakly, seeing the door open but not quite who had opened it. He stepped back, reaching for one of the boxes, attempting to lift it back in to his arms. But it was no use -- his muscles were completely shot from the effort of carrying three rather large and heavy boxes all on his own. "Eeek ... I'm so sorry! This is so embarrassing ... I just need to get inside with these, if you wouldn't mind helping me? I don't think I can do it alone ... "

Laviticus nodded his head appreciatively. So many questions popped in to his head, like 'who was the mystery hybrid' beyond his name, and 'why was he helping him?'. Laviticus could only assume he was a friend of Galan's. Had Galan requested his help with Laviticus' big move-in day? If so, he might not have chosen to call his dad in.

"Thank you!" Lavi piped up, giving a quick bow of his head as the hybrid scooped up all of his boxes in his place. Laviticus slipped through the door, holding it open so Malion could pass without having to struggle too much. He gave a soft sigh as he closed the door behind them, trying to let his nerves settle before the hybrid caught sight of his dad and Galan on the stairs. "Hallo!" he called out, giving a wave as his whole face lit up.

Likais couldn't help but to chuckle as he watched Laviticus whiz past him, his son bright pink in the face, unsure of what to do with himself. Laviticus had his head down, but his eyes were wide with shyness. It was all just so overwhelming! He had spent days packing for this, and was finally excited to start his life for real now, but with Likais here, and this mystery boy at the bottom of the stairs ...

... but then there was Galan. Wasn't that what he was here for? Hadn't he decided to move in with the goblin, so he could finally feel safe, finally feel like Laviticus belonged somewhere? As Laviticus was dragged up the stairs and back to Galan's apartment -- no, his dorm, his heart was fluttering in his chest. He was nervous, anxious, suddenly unsure if this was the right thing to do. The self-doubt was creeping in. He knew, though, past all that self-doubt this was a much needed change in his life.

Laviticus gulped, Likais appearing at the top of the stairs before Malion, Likais ready to hold the door open so the 'muscle' could get through the apartment door.

Had Lavi made a mistake? Was this all too fast ... ? Only time would likely tell ...