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[They only stare because they are jealous!]

He is, isn't he? Every time I try to bring it up, he refuses to even humor me that he's getting taller, but then like clockwork, two weeks later, he comes in needing me to hem his jackets again!

I swear, that boy. [But Casey knows exactly the kind of tone Rue's using, that feigned exasperation that can barely hide the warmth beneath.] He's too silly.

Silly, and kinda superhuman. [Yeah, he knows that tone.] I've never seen anybody grow like that.

[Meanwhile his jacket still fits great and he's drowning in the green coat. At most he's fitting his clothes better now that he's filling out into an actual, normal weight thanks to a proper diet.]

Neither have I! [except, probably, themself back in the day.]

But it's quite fun to watch it happen in front of us. And to see how how desperate Leo is to catch up.

Leo shouldn't worry at all. Maybe it'll take longer, but sensei was so big as an adult!

[Not as big as Raph, but who the heck is, really.]

I think we both can agree our Leo's greatest trait is not always his patience. But he'll get there, certainly. And then you will outgrow them both!

[Rue is clinging to this idea, if only to keep making their son laugh.]

[He does laugh, so mission accomplished.]

I have to catch up! What foods are good for growing tall?

[their heart is just so happy]

Looking at Peter, I'd say absolutely everything. Just in greater amounts.

Oof. If I have to eat like Peter, there's no chance.

[Love you buddy but he genuinely has no idea where you fit it all. His wilty apocalypse stomach is just too small.]

I don't think even I could eat like him. I don't blame you. But that's just fine, you will always fit right on top of my shoulders and together we beat them both every time.

This sounds like nothing but perks for me.

[He's so coooozy. This is a magical new (old) luxury for him, and it's difficult to fully express how content he feels. Hopefully his tone and body language is conveying it well.]

[Rue sees it completely. And Casey can no doubt tell just how reluctant Rue is for this moment to end with how meandering and slow their pace has become.]

Me too. [a soft stretching silence, but between them, it's as comfortable as anything, before,] I can hardly believe this is our future together. Every single day full of this happy family of ours.

Yeah...

[The pace is truly meandering and slow, something he can recognize even in his own relaxed state. His hands curl idly in Rue's feathers, just as reluctant to let go.]

Want to stay? We can all have dinner.

[Double the sons and extra cuddles are on the table.]

[It takes everything Rue has to not try and peek up at Casey and send him tipping from their shoulders.]

You both won't mind?

I know I won't, and we both know Hunter loves the heck out of you.

[Yeah he's pretty confident that Hunter won't mind this particular surprise dinner guest.]

If it really is no bother, I would love to stay. I'm happy to help cook, whatever you both need.

[As long as they get a son on each side to cuddle after, Rue will be in heaven.]

I'll just need to let my Hob know soon, so he isn't left wondering where I am.

We should cook for you for once! I'm actually getting pretty good at it, and Hunter's learning too.

[As long as they stick to the recipe, meal times go smoothly enough at their place.]

And of course, gotta tell Hob. Wouldn't want him to worry.

[Alright, their pace will speed up just a little now that the end of the night does not feel quite so inevitable.]

And perhaps a nice movie after dinner, hm?

Or even during. [They're teenage boys, of course they don't always sit at the table for mealtimes.] Hunter's been interested in a bunch of human movies lately, so I bet you'd have some good recommendations.

[He can really only pass along stuff he's absorbed through other people and like, sci-fi or Lou Jitsu movies at this point.]

[scandalous! ..but rue will allow it]

We both do have a fondness for romances. I'll have to think of the perfect one.

[it's at least partially because he's not 100% the dinner table has a chair that is Rue-worthy, sorry Mom.]

Oh, does he? [Casey scratches a bit shyly at his cheek. Romance + Hunter now has extra context for him.] We could pick a romance, then.

[mother will just sit on the floor like an animal, it's fine....]

Mmhmm, it's been the subject of many of our conversations. We both so enjoy reading, sharing books only makes sense. I will ponder a good one for us three to enjoy!

[Mother has a perfectly comfy couch to sit on!!!]

Oh, yeah, that tracks. [He pauses, considering for a few moments.] Did you know he liked me?

Of course!

[As simply as anything. Mothers are all-knowing, Casey.]

[....Mom please.

Another pause, and Casey presses his face against their feathers, muffling an embarrassed laugh.]

I think everyone knew but me...

[Even perched on their head as he is, there is just no way he can not feel the smile radiating off of the owlbear. They are beaming with every step forward.]

Casey, my love, my darling, heart of my heart, do not be offended, but you were even more obvious than he was.

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