only then will we be free

[awakeninwonder]

They had planned to have another form before now. Of course, they're coming to understand that plans don't always go the way you expect, even if they've ended better than anticipated.

They had stayed with him in the apartment until the time came to return the body to its original owner. Even if they did put it off for a day or so, they knew not to push their luck and really did want to leave the person with no issues when they returned control.

Still, before they did, they picked up a collection of sweets and left it for the person to find when they were properly conscious again. It seemed polite.

They find another body quickly and decide that this time they're going to go through with their plan of finding something of their own before the time comes to give this one back. It's going to make things easier in the long run, and they'll be able to have exactly what they want.

For now, though, they walk through the door of the apartment in a small, lean body. One that seems like it would be both swift and able to get through all kinds of hard-to-reach places. They might go for something like this when they select their permanent form, but they're not entirely sure, so they're taking the chance to try it out. At the very least, they know this body will be able to pose a challenge for their companion if the two of them choose to go on a chase before they find a form of their own.

“I think this will do for now,” they say without preamble. “Though we need to find something more permanent before this one needs to be brought back. I'd prefer to not have to borrow a third body. Hopefully, we can manage that if we're less distracted.”

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[fireinthesunrise]

After they had left on their errands, errands is the best term he can think of, he had gotten himself dressed and sat down at the kitchen table with his tablet. Going through the encrypted notes with Kite about their last job and then tentatively reaching out to some contacts. He was curious who might be surprised to learn he was alive and looking for work. Not that he was expecting to take anyone up on proposed work right now. It was all about the image.

They come back while he is in the middle of things, but they are things that can wait. So he smiles at them from his seat.

"We can keep ourselves from being distracted. What can I do to help?"

[awakeninwonder]

They take a seat across from him, their hands resting on the table. "How have you felt about going through the notes and reaching out?" They already knew what he was doing, they're monitoring the tablet, though it never struck them as important to mention that.

"And what are your plans if anyone contacts you back? Once I know those two things, I can figure out what else you can do to help." They can keep an eye on the tech with no issues, but knowing what he's thinking is another matter entirely.

[fireinthesunrise]

"I'm not sure how I feel yet." It is an honest answer. The more subtle emotions wrapped up in one past or another take him more time to figure out. "If anyone gets back to me right away about work I'll talk to you about it first, but probably not take another job right now."

[awakeninwonder]

They nod. "If you feel like doing so, let me know when those feelings start forming. I may not be able to offer you much, but I am willing to sit with you as you have them." They reach out to him, their fingers brushing his wrist before they continue. "As for what you can do for me, I've found a few potential sources where I can acquire a suitable body, but I may need you to come with me. While I'm capable of disengaging any monitors that may come up, I'm not confident on what I can handle if a human thread appears. I feel like you might be more suitable for that job. Would you mind that?"

[fireinthesunrise]

He nods in response to their offer to be with them when his feelings settle into something. It is the sort of kindness he would barely expect from a being of organic origins so to him is is a little funny that they are better at it.

"I am capable and happy to provide you that. Wherever you need me, I'll be there."

[awakeninwonder]

They very much are still learning how things should be done, and a lot of what they know has been taken from the information they gathered, but there is a part of them that has been developing ever since they woke up as well. Something that feels alive in a way that had never been something they could have attained until meeting him. It allows them to take the information they've gathered and apply it in ways they think would have been impossible for them until now. It's fascinating really.

"Excellent," they say. "I can send more information to your tablet so you can get a look at the location and layout and we can proceed from there. We have a few days before something absolutely must be done though."

[fireinthesunrise]

"Yes, please. I'll do some looking in person as well before we decide to do this." Setting the tablet down he pushes his chair back and gestures for them to come to him. "I haven't given you a proper welcome back home."

[awakeninwonder]

"Alright," they say, and a moment later, the tablet pings at him.

At his words, they give him a curious look, but get to their feet and join him. "What does that entail?" They sound genuinely interested when they ask.

[fireinthesunrise]

"It involves this," he says pulling them to him and kissing them, "and telling you 'welcome home.'"

[awakeninwonder]

They nod and rest their hands on his waist before leaning up to kiss him again. "That seems pleasant enough." They kiss him again, then add, "It's good to be done with errands. I prefer you to anyone else I've run into so far."

[fireinthesunrise]

"I am delighted to be your favorite," he says and gives them another kiss.

[awakeninwonder]

"You have been the only thing I'm interested in," they say with a smile. "There are a few things that are on the edge of my focus, but you've been the most worthwhile to explore so far."

[fireinthesunrise]

"I'm glad. I think you are the best companion I could have asked for."

[awakeninwonder]

"You are the reason I am what I am," they say with a shrug. "That may be part of the reason I work well with you." They don't sound bothered by this fact, just simply acknowledging the possibility.

[fireinthesunrise]

"It's possible," he says with a little shrug. "The end result is the same. Now. What would you like to get up to right now?"

[awakeninwonder]

"Right now? I was going to shower as a chance to get a feel for this body. Then I have no plans. You're welcome to join me though." They give him a curious look as they say so, but will not mind if he chooses not to join them.

[fireinthesunrise]

"I can join you and also get a feel for this body," he says with a grin.

[awakeninwonder]

They wear an amused look, then lean up to kiss him. "It will be nice to have you with me," they say as they pull away and start toward the bathroom. "I did enjoy it before."

They get out of their clothes and toss them aside before getting the water going. Their skin is warm and they opted for a body with a cock again since they did enjoy it the first time.

[fireinthesunrise]

He strips off his clothes as he follows them into the bathroom. When he gets there he also lets them get into the water first, wanting to stand behind them and run his hands over this new body of theirs.

[awakeninwonder]

They step into the spray and close their eyes, enjoying the water on their bare skin. When he joins them, they lean back, encouraging the touch.

"This is a lovely way to get to know this form," they say, looking up at him. "It's a shame we won't have reason to do it again. Not that I'll mind having a stable body in which to exist. It will come with its own benefits."

[fireinthesunrise]

He runs his fingers down their front, pressing them to him. "Nothing says you can't borrow a body on occasion to enjoy these kinds of things."

[awakeninwonder]

"True," they agree, stretching out against him. "And when it's not something I need to do, I expect it will be even more enjoyable." One hand reaches up to brush his cheek and trace down his jaw. As they do, they make a pleased, content sound. Bodies really do have their benefits.

[fireinthesunrise]

"I agree. Most things that are done by choice are like that." He turns his face to catch their fingers for a kiss. As he does, he wraps his fingers around their cock.

[awakeninwonder]

They hum, and their eyes close again as they arch into his touch. They're already certain that they'll be doing this again. Perhaps not as often once they have a form of their own to occupy, but this isn't something they're interested in giving up.

"It's interesting," they say. "How the same action can feel different with different forms. I knew this might be the case, but it's a different thing to experience it." They give a little thrust into his grasp. "It still feels good, but there are small differences."

[fireinthesunrise]

"That makes sense." He starts long, slow stokes with his hand, and with the other he holds them to him.