[ action | closed to Lance ] Valentine's Date - Forward dated to the 14th

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WHO: Keith & Lance
WHERE: Diner, hot spring cave
WHAT: Valentine's Date for the newly weds
WHEN: Valentine's Day, Feb 14th
WARNINGS: Just overwhelmingly sweet fluff... sorry. LMAO

[Sure... resources were kind of low, but they at least still had some nice clothes from various missions in the past to wear for the night. And the diner was a decent place for dinner, even if it put their mushy romantic moments in Tommy's sights and made them potentially ripe for teasing. But there was also the hot spring pools... and, despite the stupid blizzard before the date, they had a teleporting wolf that Keith probably would have brought along anyway for part of the date.

And gifts? Well, with Keith, it was more about the time spent together, so finding a present was hard. He wasn't good at physical gifts. But, he did manage to get a gift for his husband that he felt would work. He always spent a lot of time trying to figure out material gifts, but he'd managed to decide this one was a good one.

So, wrapped gift in hand, he went to go catch Lance once they were ready to go, but before they left.]

Hey. [He held it behind his back, like that was going to make it more surprising or something.]

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[Keith smiled, and then nodded, putting his hand out to take Lance's. Kosmo tilted his head slightly, the small bag having been tied on to him, and wagged his tail as the couple grasped hands. Keith put his other hand on Kosmo's back and squeezed slightly, a silent signal to the wolf that they were ready.

There was a glow and then a flash... and they were at the diner.

It looked like several people had taken shelter from the storm there, which was fine. There was enough room that they could find a small spot for themselves. Some had even already started digging their way out, but it looked like most people were taking a break for the moment.]

I'll go see if the kitchen's working.

[He stole another kiss from Lance, and then untied the bag from Kosmo, leaving the wolf with Lance.]

[the_tailor]

Oh... Are you making me a homecooked meal?

[He smiles, settling in and petting Kosmo, staying close to him for the warmth. Though the situation was far from ideal considering the intense blizzard that had only just stopped, it was alright. Nothing could ruin today.]

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Guess you'll find out!

[And Keith pushed through the doors into the kitchen, disappearing for a bit.

Thankfully, all the electronics and things were back in operation after the storm had passed. So, anything in the kitchen that had been malfunctioning was pretty much back online. Keith settled in and started working on what he wanted to do.

Oh... Lance wanted warmth? Kosmo could do that. He pressed himself against Lance's legs, resting his head in the human's lap. That made it easier for pets, too, right?]

[the_tailor]

[He smiles after Keith before turning his attention to their furry son.]

You're such a good boy, you know that? So good to us, getting us around on Valentine's Day...

[And he'll just be eagerly giving Kosmo all the pets and ear scritches he deserves. Which are a ton.]

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[Complete with wagging tail, Kosmo was quite happy to keep Lance company with his warm fur in return for all those scritches and pets.

Thankfully, it wasn't super long. Keith had picked something fairly easy on purpose, between being able to get the available supplies, and then the weather messing up having it done for them. But, this worked, and it was nice that he was getting to cook something for his husband.

He was no "amateur gourmand" like Hunk claimed to be, but he could make a decent meal.

So, once he was done, he brought it out to serve. He didn't have anything fancy for them to drink, but they had to make do, and it was still a good meal overall.]

Okay... here we go.

[the_tailor]

[Honestly? Lance would have been happy with boxed mac and cheese, as long as Keith was the one making it. He beams at his husband when he returns, making sure his hands are free of Kosmo fur, so it doesn't get into the food.]

Oh, wow... That looks super yummy, Keith!

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Yeah?

[Okay... so, yeah... he'd been a little nervous. Over his time with Lance, he'd definitely started cooking more often, but he still had moments where he wasn't exactly sure. Cooking for himself, or rather, "making meals", usually involved something microwavable and easy. It wasn't like he had anyone to impress when it was just him. But this was different.]

I hope you like it.

[the_tailor]

I know. Bon appetit, cutie.

[He gives him a wide smile before grabbing his fork and digging in. The dish might be simple, but it doesn't mean it lacks in taste, and he makes a pleased little sound before swallowing his bite.]

That-- That's really good, Keith!

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Yeah? Thanks. [Keith looked visibly relieved as he started eating, too.] MMm... wow. Yeah. That did come out good. [He laughed a little nervously.] Well...

[He reached over and picked up his glass. Just water, but it was fine. It's not like they had anything else at the moment between the storm and supplies.]

Happy Valentine's Day. Our first of what I hope is many as husbands.

[the_tailor]

[He'll eventually find some fancy champagne somewhere. Maybe. But for now, water will do. Lance picks up his own glass, clinking it against Keith's.]

So many. Don't think you're ever getting rid of me, Kogane. Though I guess it's Kogane-McClain now, hm? Or McClain-Kogane... Man, we never did decide, did we?

[tempredmental]

...? [Keith looked surprised for a moment, then shook his head.] No... I don't think we did. Does it matter?

[the_tailor]

I mean, not really, but it helps to know how to introduce myself properly to people. I'm proud of us.

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[Keith looked thoughtful for a moment as he poked at his food.]

I guess. I mean, I hadn't really thought about it because I don't use my last name much. It's not that I'm not proud of us, but I just never considered it to be a big deal.

But... I mean, I guess? Which one do you like more?

[the_tailor]

I dunnoooo.

[He whines before taking another bite.]

I'm so indecisive.

[tempredmental]

Yeah. I noticed.

[Keith laughed a little, taking a few more bites.]

Well, which one sounds better?

[the_tailor]

They both sound good.

[Lance pouts at him.]

That's the problem here!

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Mm... Well. [Keith frowned a bit, looking to one side as he considered it for a moment. He tapped his fork on his plate a few times, and then shifted his eyes back to Lance again.] Alphabetical?

[That would put Keith's name first.]

[the_tailor]

Alphabetical works for me! [Nodnod.] Lance Kogane-McClain... I like the ring of it.

[tempredmental]

[Keith chuckled.] Okay. We'll use that, then. [He was easy-going about it. Honestly, he rarely used his full name for introductions anyway unless someone asked.]

[the_tailor]

Sounds good to me.

[Lance reaches forward to take his hand, squeezing it.]

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[Keith smiled, squeezing Lance's hand in return. He rubbed his thumb over the back of Lance's fingers, brushing over the rings specifically.]

I don't know how I got this lucky...

[the_tailor]

Guess some of the luck I had in marrying the coolest guy in the universe rubbed off on you at some point.

[He grins at him.]

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[Keith's face started to turn a bit pink.]

I'm not that cool.

[the_tailor]

[There's a pause.]

Y'know, point there.

[And he smirks.]

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[Keith blinked, confused for a split second as he tried to figure out if he should be insulted or not.]

You're not supposed to agree so easily!