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ruevealing) wrote2023-08-05 10:44 pm
ruevealing) wrote2023-08-05 10:44 pm
[It was more of a generalized lying-as-concept, a what-if, not personal. If he was better at lying, he'd have taken after his dad more and been a master of BSing through his problems. But he's not, so the world gets his honesty, for better or worse. Sorry, Rue.
He does consider their words, brows furrowing like he's trying to puzzle his way through them.]
I know... I already told you way more than I thought I ever would, back when we were still getting to know each other. At first it felt kind of weird, that I was able to open up to someone like that. Most of what I shared, I never had to, back home. The people I would've told already knew.
[His family knew and shared his grief in the deaths they'd witnessed. They understood hunger, his inexperience, longing for more. The wonder he felt at what the world could or should be like. Through that act of sharing, Rue became his family that much faster. At this point they knew things that he couldn't even share with the turtles. It helped that what he shared didn't generally hurt Rue the way it would them. Or... at least not the same way, with some aspects of it. He truly hopes that the hurt isn't too much. They don't seem to regret hearing him out, they never have.
Now isn't the time to doubt them on that. They say he's not a burden, and he trusts them.]
Now it's... kind of second nature. I know I can trust you to hear me out, and... help me through it. If it's advice, or comfort, or whatever else- you're always dependable. You're kind and caring, and... [He shifts a little, fingers curling around their claws.] I think they're missing out. I'm... all things considered, I'm a lot more stable than I otherwise would be, thanks to you.
[He's not sure what he'd be like, but the word 'mess' comes prominently to mind. He would be a giant mess.]
He does consider their words, brows furrowing like he's trying to puzzle his way through them.]
I know... I already told you way more than I thought I ever would, back when we were still getting to know each other. At first it felt kind of weird, that I was able to open up to someone like that. Most of what I shared, I never had to, back home. The people I would've told already knew.
[His family knew and shared his grief in the deaths they'd witnessed. They understood hunger, his inexperience, longing for more. The wonder he felt at what the world could or should be like. Through that act of sharing, Rue became his family that much faster. At this point they knew things that he couldn't even share with the turtles. It helped that what he shared didn't generally hurt Rue the way it would them. Or... at least not the same way, with some aspects of it. He truly hopes that the hurt isn't too much. They don't seem to regret hearing him out, they never have.
Now isn't the time to doubt them on that. They say he's not a burden, and he trusts them.]
Now it's... kind of second nature. I know I can trust you to hear me out, and... help me through it. If it's advice, or comfort, or whatever else- you're always dependable. You're kind and caring, and... [He shifts a little, fingers curling around their claws.] I think they're missing out. I'm... all things considered, I'm a lot more stable than I otherwise would be, thanks to you.
[He's not sure what he'd be like, but the word 'mess' comes prominently to mind. He would be a giant mess.]
You say that as if I could possibly get rid of you! Not that I would choose to, but I hardly doubt you would let me either.
[mmmm do not point out their little snort of laughter, that's private for only him]
You're ridiculous. And I love you that way.
You're ridiculous. And I love you that way.
[It does not matter how much Rue hears it, they melt every single time.]
Cuddle with me while we watch a new drama together?
Cuddle with me while we watch a new drama together?
[Opening their wings, cuddle time activated.]
I hope you never grow out of this.
I hope you never grow out of this.
[Let Leo be baby-sized forever (re: smaller than Rue).]
A parent can only hope.
A parent can only hope.
[Peter seems actively a little relieved Rue cut him off at the pass.] I'm not like super inclined to correct him, honestly. He's done enough emotional damage to me with those dumb PSA's my school made us watch that he was in. Him being a little confused is fair.
Okay, that's- good. I'd really like to call you mom. [He manages to not ramble, so, he's at least got that together.]
A soulbond feels right too. Even if I don't know how it'll manifest between us.
Okay, that's- good. I'd really like to call you mom. [He manages to not ramble, so, he's at least got that together.]
A soulbond feels right too. Even if I don't know how it'll manifest between us.
Edited (enter button betrayal) 2023-12-18 06:24 (UTC)
[Peter gets to watch Rue melt at being called mom in realtime.]
I would be so honored if you did, Peter. And if it feels right to you, then I am happy to accept.
I would be so honored if you did, Peter. And if it feels right to you, then I am happy to accept.
[Actually seeing Rue all but melt like that just leaves Peter feeling more emotional than he would expect.]
Thank you, mom. [He tests it out gently, half nervous in a way he can't articulate. May has always been May, and never mom, even if she stepped into that role. Here and now, Rue has settled into that same niche. A comfortable safe presence that won't let him fall.] I- I'm really glad its good, and working out, I mean.
Thank you, mom. [He tests it out gently, half nervous in a way he can't articulate. May has always been May, and never mom, even if she stepped into that role. Here and now, Rue has settled into that same niche. A comfortable safe presence that won't let him fall.] I- I'm really glad its good, and working out, I mean.
[Alright, he's getting owlbear nibble kisses now, an affectionate preen at his cheek before Rue is nuzzling his head with their own cheek.]
I am so happy to call you my own, my darling son.
I am so happy to call you my own, my darling son.
[The feeling of the preen startles a little laugh out of Peter, but he's still smiling up at Rue.
He leans into Rue, just content.] I'm really happy you're my mom. Thanks for- listening to me.
['Thank you for indulging my anxiety'.]
He leans into Rue, just content.] I'm really happy you're my mom. Thanks for- listening to me.
['Thank you for indulging my anxiety'.]
Always. Nothing gives me more joy than getting to listen to all of my brilliant boys.
[Really, even as a non-participant, Rue could just sit and listen to them all chatter and banter about anything and they would be in heaven.]
You'll stay, won't you? Hob and I have nothing else planned for the day, we could all spend some time together, maybe playing a game or watching a movie.
[Really, even as a non-participant, Rue could just sit and listen to them all chatter and banter about anything and they would be in heaven.]
You'll stay, won't you? Hob and I have nothing else planned for the day, we could all spend some time together, maybe playing a game or watching a movie.
Yeah, I'd like that, if Hob doesn't mind. I know you guys were spending time together before I messaged you. [Peter doesn't want to interfere with Rue and Hob having time together. He knows he kind of just monopolized a lot of Rue's time.]
[Peter has doomed the household's visitors to Rue having a little robotic sidekick.]
I feel like you, and Leo, if, I guess when I bring it up definitely won't let me forget. [He jokes softly back. He is going to inhale the rest of his sandwich, give him a minute or two.] I definitely need to see the albums!
I feel like you, and Leo, if, I guess when I bring it up definitely won't let me forget. [He jokes softly back. He is going to inhale the rest of his sandwich, give him a minute or two.] I definitely need to see the albums!
[A little careful omission never hurt anyone.]
I'm grateful to be a part of the team. And for what it is worth, I want to trust you too, Raphael. I know that your priority is your brothers and there is nothing wrong with that, but at the same time, you must remember that you are not fully alone in corralling them.
[While he's close, their feather palm finds his cheek. With a paw so massive, it maybe looks perfectly in place against Raph's face.]
I do not know if they have told you, but I have formally adopted both Leo and Donnie as my sons. I do not expect you to trust them with me immediately, you and I are still getting to know one another, but I hope you know my own priority is always going to be putting the two of them first. Always. You have my word.
I'm grateful to be a part of the team. And for what it is worth, I want to trust you too, Raphael. I know that your priority is your brothers and there is nothing wrong with that, but at the same time, you must remember that you are not fully alone in corralling them.
[While he's close, their feather palm finds his cheek. With a paw so massive, it maybe looks perfectly in place against Raph's face.]
I do not know if they have told you, but I have formally adopted both Leo and Donnie as my sons. I do not expect you to trust them with me immediately, you and I are still getting to know one another, but I hope you know my own priority is always going to be putting the two of them first. Always. You have my word.
How dare you! That is not fair! If anyone should get the inside scoop, it is me.
[and look, he left himself open so prepare to get tickled, son.]
I will take you out and help Hunter myself!
[and look, he left himself open so prepare to get tickled, son.]
I will take you out and help Hunter myself!
Oh dear, I think I can understand that pain in him, though none of that is hardly your fault.
[Hopefully they will get their reunion soon enough. Family should never be parted for long.]
But he is no longer there, correct? Since you are engaged? He must be free, right?
[Hopefully they will get their reunion soon enough. Family should never be parted for long.]
But he is no longer there, correct? Since you are engaged? He must be free, right?
[Their talons curl around his hands gently, still framing their own face.
It's strange. Logically, it makes sense that Rue has played such a pivotal role in Casey's development in this world. They've been right there for those big moments, been patient and understanding and happy to listen to everything Casey has ever been willing to tell them. They've wiped away more tears than they can count, but have also laughed at least double that alongside of him. They've helped him to learn to embrace his past while never losing sight of the beautiful future ahead.
And all of it has been such a joy for them, to not only have this young man in their life, but to be able to watch him grow and find his confidence, to figure out his sense of style, his passions. To find people he cares for, hobbies he's interested in, and maybe even to rediscover a reason to hope all over again.
But even after all of that, to think Casey sees them in such a way, it feels surprising to Rue, in a way even they struggle to articulate.
Their paws squeeze around his hands.]
I appreciate your words, but you never needed me, Casey. You would have gotten right back to here even without me. But - [a gentle hitch, their big eyes are shining and maybe just a touch still wet.] But I'm still so very glad that you didn't have to. That we could be there for one another. That you did not have to confront all that you've had to face alone.
You trusting me as much as you have is one of the greatest blessings of my life, Casey Jones.
It's strange. Logically, it makes sense that Rue has played such a pivotal role in Casey's development in this world. They've been right there for those big moments, been patient and understanding and happy to listen to everything Casey has ever been willing to tell them. They've wiped away more tears than they can count, but have also laughed at least double that alongside of him. They've helped him to learn to embrace his past while never losing sight of the beautiful future ahead.
And all of it has been such a joy for them, to not only have this young man in their life, but to be able to watch him grow and find his confidence, to figure out his sense of style, his passions. To find people he cares for, hobbies he's interested in, and maybe even to rediscover a reason to hope all over again.
But even after all of that, to think Casey sees them in such a way, it feels surprising to Rue, in a way even they struggle to articulate.
Their paws squeeze around his hands.]
I appreciate your words, but you never needed me, Casey. You would have gotten right back to here even without me. But - [a gentle hitch, their big eyes are shining and maybe just a touch still wet.] But I'm still so very glad that you didn't have to. That we could be there for one another. That you did not have to confront all that you've had to face alone.
You trusting me as much as you have is one of the greatest blessings of my life, Casey Jones.
Edited 2023-12-19 06:20 (UTC)
Trust me, he would be absolutely delighted to spend more time with you. He is beside himself with how enthusiastic he is to get to know all of you boys. And I could not be happier with it.
[A bump of their head against his.]
I would never ask any of you to call him father, but I hope one day you all see him as family too. He's a good man.
[A bump of their head against his.]
I would never ask any of you to call him father, but I hope one day you all see him as family too. He's a good man.
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