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I know you weren't.

[Either complaining or looking for someone else. Both, really.

He falls quiet once that's out there, though, just focusing on playing with Jaeger's hair; the topic isn't altogether unpleasant, it's just striking him oddly. Give him a moment to shake it off, it's fine.]

[He'll quiet down after that, just leaning into the hair-playing and occasionally nuzzling Wesker a bit. He certainly never thought he'd wind up in a relationship where he'd open himself up this much to anyone ever again, but he's not complaining about that either. He really does love Wesker, even if it's difficult for him to say it right now. As long as it's obvious, that's what matters.]

[And it is obvious, really; the nuzzling gets him to settle again, and after a while he'll return it, though the gesture is still something that he's unused to and it shows. He doesn't dislike it, though, it would be clear if he did; his grip is still tight against Jaeger's body, holding him close.

Most importantly, though, he doesn't want to let go; there are things he likely should be saying, but...well, he doesn't want to get into any of that, either. Not now, not really.]

[It really is nice to be held like this. He's missed it and now that he's experiencing it again, he doesn't ever want it to end. Of course, he doesn't want any of this to end, so he simply ignores that thought and nuzzles Wesker again.]

...I'm really happy things worked out like this, even if I never expected it. I know I've said that before, but I'll never get sick of saying it.

[He loves Wesker more than he can ever properly express.]

I don't mind hearing it. You know that.

[...]

I want you to be happy. For as long as I can provide that.

You'll always be able to provide that! Just being around you makes me happy!

[That's...it's another thing that gets him to hesitate a bit, but...]

...As I said, I'll do what I can.

[Jaeger doesn't think anything of the hesitation, he just nuzzles Wesker before responding.]

I know you will. But it's never something you'll have to concern yourself with! You're so good to me, Albert~

[...Good, that's good.]

I'm not terribly concerned about it.

[...and he's still as blunt as ever about that, good job, buddy.]

[siiiigh...]

You know you don't have to say that, ja? Though I suppose I do appreciate the honesty!

[He can't even pretend to be mad, okay...]

I don't know what you're expecting by now.

[You chose this.]

[he did...]

Maybe someday I'll actually be prepared in advance for when you give me a blunt answer like that!

Perhaps.

[...He sounds so pleased with himself...]

[You're so cute when you're so pleased with yourself...]

One of these days. Just watch!

[He'll settle against Wesker again though, falling quiet once more.]

[He isn't cute...

That said, though, he'll let Jaeger settle again; the silence is nice, and not something he seems terribly inclined to break for a little while. But he will eventually, though it's quiet when he does.]

...I love you, you know.

[Look at that, you're adorable.

Jaeger laughs softly at that, nuzzling Wesker again and latching on a little tighter.]

I love hearing it. It's returned, of course - I adore you more than I could ever say.

[Even if he could get the words out properly. For now he'll just find ways to work around it, but someday he'll manage those three stupid little words.]

[That's...nice, all right...]

You really are good at making sure that I know.

I try! I wouldn't want you to ever have to question that!

...I've never felt like I have reason to question it.

[And that's blunt, but it's genuine; he knows you mean it, when it comes to this.]

Good, I'm glad. Not that I really thought it was a concern, but I'm pleased to hear it!

[Okay, so maybe he was a tiny bit concerned that he wasn't getting it across without the words, but Wesker's not stupid, of course he knew.]

[...Jaeger. He can read you slightly better than that, come on.]

...I still don't mind if you can't say it, you know.

[Well. Listen.]

It really is such a stupid thing to be stuck on. You already know how much I care for you, it's just the words get stuck for some reason.

[He used to say it a lot, actually. Maybe that's why?]

[...]

Wanting or needing to say something, but it's almost as though there's something in your chest physically preventing you from doing it. It's not a matter of being contrary and refusing to force it, or not wanting it enough; it's simply something that can't be said. I know that sort of feeling well.

[And that's quiet, too; it's something he's said before, though he doesn't ever go into any sort of detail like that. But it feels important now, and he continues to play with Jaeger's hair gently, and his voice stays even as he speaks; it's a little blunted, but not overwhelmingly so.]

It's why I've never tried forcing the issue, or trying to make you say anything. It does seem to be getting easier for you to approach it, and that's been a good thing, I believe.

If you want me to do anything for you, I can. But I'm not opposed to being patient, either.

[Jaeger's quiet for a moment, just taking that in. It's really nice to hear something so reassuring.]

...You really are so good to me. That's exactly what it feels like.

[Of course Wesker understands; he's probably the only person who gets it.]

Thank you. I'm going to keep working at it and someday I will manage it. But until then, please keep being patient with me. You're right, it has been easier for me to approach it. I don't think you'll have to wait for much longer.

[Hopefully, anyway.]

Has it been bothering you?

[The question is a fairly easy one, though, there's nothing pointed or harsh behind it.]

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