[ Zack takes that remote and takes the wheel easily for that matter. If Cloud's really ready to tempt fate with him like this, well. He made his bed.
A few flipped channels later and he finds something slapstick and campy to watch. Maybe it'll help the mood for his friend. Maybe not. He's not sure, but what he is sure of is how often they must use their tag line in the movie.
Downing the last of his drink, he proposes with the glass held high. ] Why don't we make a game of this? Whenever they say 'Chocobo got your tongue?', you gotta drink.
[ Cloud gives him a "really?"-look, but doesn't protest. Instead he just snorts and shrugs his shoulders as he downs what's left in his glass. He reaches for the bottle and re-fills it. ]
[ Zack gives that big ol' dumb grin in answer. That's really all it takes for him to fall into the habit. A challenge is a challenge, after all, and he's not about to lose! Even if it's all in good fun.
So, he falls into the rhythm, gulping one drink after the next. He apparently hadn't really accounted for just how much they said that stupid catch phrase. But the answer is clearly a lot. Enough that he's certainly starting to laugh a lot louder at the slap stick jokes. Starting to slump just a little bit against Cloud as he drawls: ] You still with me, Spike?
[ But fuck, is he getting dizzy and very much affected by this. They really do say that stupid catchphrase a lot. He's long since lost count of how many drinks he's downed, he just knows it's a lot. ]
This show's stupid.
[ He's definitely slurring his words at this point. When he feels Zack slump against him, he does what feels natural and leans right back against him, his head almost on Zack's shoulder. ]
[ Zack muses, his arm coming up around Cloud now when he feels him lean into him. He ends up with his hand in his hair, mussing it lightly as he murmurs near his ear. ]
But you still agreed to watch it with me. Does that mean your taste's as bad as mine?
[ Oh, the arm around him and the hand in his hair... that's nice. Cloud lets himself relax into Zack, very much enjoying this moment. Probably more than he should, but being drunk, he doesn't care. A shiver goes down his spine when Zack murmurs into his ear. ]
I just gave you control over the remote, s'all. 'm not stupid like you.
[ Childish insults, but they're said with a great deal of fondness. Best friend privileges means he has the right to insult Zack. ]
[ That 'stupid' earns a soft pinch on Cloud's arm. It's hardly there, but it's still a thing as Zack grunts. ]
Oh yeah? And who's the one who decided to watch it with me anyway, mm..?
[ His own offense is lacking, but that doesn't mean he's not going to get back at him just a little bit. Even... as he goes back to stroking his hair. Listen, it's soft and nice, so why not? ]
I agreed to watch something. Didn't know it was gonna be this stupid.
[ He sticks his tongue out at Zack in the most childish gesture so far, though he's soon distracted by the hand stroking his hair. It's... so nice. He sighs in contentment and ends up practically nuzzling his face into Zack's chest in response. ]
[ Zack can't help but snort at the way he goes and friggin' sticks out his tongue like that. ]
You wanted me over in the first place and lemme pick. That's on- you..
[ Of all things, he wasn't really expecting Cloud to get in his space. Not that he's complaining as his hand finally comes to rest at the small of his back, rubbing circles. ] Didn't know you were such a cuddler. Did you miss me that much?
[ The tease comes out so casually. They just saw each other the other day, after all. ]
[ Cloud isn't much of a cuddler... usually. And that may, honestly, be because he's been too awkward and afraid to get this close to another person.
Now, though? He's drunk and in close proximity with the one person he wants to be this close to. He can just blame it all on the booze tomorrow, but as long as Zack isn't complaining... ]
Mm... no, you stupid idiot. You're warm. 's nice.
[ Of course, he manages to both insult and compliment Zack in the same sentence. Why do you put up with him again, Zack? ]
[ Zack tries for a poke to Cloud's ribs for the 'stupid idiot' comment at this point. Doesn't stop him from returning to that rubbing from before though with a bubbly chuckle.
Leans in on him now, nose practically buried in his hair as he whispers: ] You sure it's just that?
[ Maybe it's the alcohol making him way more casual about this. Maybe he ought to let it go. Maybe he's been reading things wrong the whole time. Maybe, maybe, maybe...
But a stupid curiosity catches hold of him in that moment. At least enough to nudge with buzzed curiosity. ] I dunno. You tell me.
[ Cloud can feel his stupid heart beating faster. Something about Zack's insistence... He peeks up at him, teeth catching his bottom lip. He's probably reading too much into this... right? ]
[ Which means he should. Totally poke him like a kid again. Because this is where his brain is when swept away by alcohol apparently. He's being dumb. He should probably just let this go. ]
And you started it by- [ He starts. And is nearly ended when Cloud's suddenly not just in his space but nuzzling like he is. Not his shoulder- he's done that shoulder touch before whether intentionally or not. But no, this is different.
This gets Zack feeling fuzzy in a different way. Gets him minutely returning the nuzzle if awkwardly. Hard to nuzzle someone with your bony chin after all and he stops after a few seconds. Whispers now instead. ] Fine. You wanna know a secret?
[ That definitely catches Cloud's attention. He peeks up from Zack's neck. He doesn't want to get his hopes up, but he can't really help it, especially considering how receptive Zack's been to his drunken affections so far. ]
[ Despite the way Cloud's broken away as he has, despite the way they're already almost nose to nose... Zack definitely. Definitely makes that the literal case, alcohol breath and all. Definitely leans in and bumps against him with an odd clumsiness usually not associated with him.
But it doesn't stop him from sticking near anyway, closing his eyes as he whispers. ]
I just might like you. Like... Like really like you.
[ Cloud flushes a little as he realises how close their faces are, but he doesn't pull away either. Instead he inches closer until their foreheads are touching. His body floods with warmth when Zack speaks. ]
You mean that? You're not just sayin' it 'cause you're drunk?
[ There is breathless hope and a touch of insecurity in his voice. ]
Mm.... It might be a little bit cause I'm drunk. [ He has to admit that much at least. Sure, he'd considered telling Cloud before, but.. Resting forehead to forehead like this... Zack exhales slowly. ]
But I guess.. I wasn't sure if you'd believe me. Cause it's you an' you overthink damn near everything and yer cute an' I really like your face, [ Maybe there's a drawl there. Maybe his Gongagan roots are really starting to show as he rambles a bit. ]
[ The drawl creeping into Zack's voice is fucking adorable, making him even more irresistible than usual. Cloud grasps Zack's face between his palms and leans in to press their lips together, murmuring against his mouth: ]
[ Probably for the best Cloud shuts him up while he's at it.
Because one moment, he's still talking, and then the next lips are on his.
Lips are on his.
He almost forgets to-
Okay, he might have forgotten to kiss back in his surprise at first. At least until he feels the puff of breath against his lips, hears those words. Then, his own hands come up to wrap around Cloud's neck in turn as he clumsily pushes forward.
It's probably not the most appealing or romantic kiss, but he sure is going for it. At some point, he ends up with a hand in Cloud's hair, stroking through it in excitement as he deepens said kiss. ]
[ For the briefest of moments, when Zack doesn't kiss back, Cloud worries he's overstepped in some way. Thankfully, his concerns are quickly quelled when Zack does in fact kiss back.
It doesn't matter that it's a clumsy kiss, the eagerness can be clearly felt and that is more than enough for Cloud to feel his heart hammer in his chest. He groans low and leans into the touches through his hair and the deepening of the kiss. It all feels so damn good. He's finally getting something he's wanted for longer than he'd probably admit. ]
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A few flipped channels later and he finds something slapstick and campy to watch. Maybe it'll help the mood for his friend. Maybe not. He's not sure, but what he is sure of is how often they must use their tag line in the movie.
Downing the last of his drink, he proposes with the glass held high. ] Why don't we make a game of this? Whenever they say 'Chocobo got your tongue?', you gotta drink.
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Alright. You're on.
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So, he falls into the rhythm, gulping one drink after the next. He apparently hadn't really accounted for just how much they said that stupid catch phrase. But the answer is clearly a lot. Enough that he's certainly starting to laugh a lot louder at the slap stick jokes. Starting to slump just a little bit against Cloud as he drawls: ] You still with me, Spike?
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[ But fuck, is he getting dizzy and very much affected by this. They really do say that stupid catchphrase a lot. He's long since lost count of how many drinks he's downed, he just knows it's a lot. ]
This show's stupid.
[ He's definitely slurring his words at this point. When he feels Zack slump against him, he does what feels natural and leans right back against him, his head almost on Zack's shoulder. ]
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[ Zack muses, his arm coming up around Cloud now when he feels him lean into him. He ends up with his hand in his hair, mussing it lightly as he murmurs near his ear. ]
But you still agreed to watch it with me. Does that mean your taste's as bad as mine?
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I just gave you control over the remote, s'all. 'm not stupid like you.
[ Childish insults, but they're said with a great deal of fondness. Best friend privileges means he has the right to insult Zack. ]
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Oh yeah? And who's the one who decided to watch it with me anyway, mm..?
[ His own offense is lacking, but that doesn't mean he's not going to get back at him just a little bit. Even... as he goes back to stroking his hair. Listen, it's soft and nice, so why not? ]
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[ He sticks his tongue out at Zack in the most childish gesture so far, though he's soon distracted by the hand stroking his hair. It's... so nice. He sighs in contentment and ends up practically nuzzling his face into Zack's chest in response. ]
and died a bit from work but still here o7!!
You wanted me over in the first place and lemme pick. That's on- you..
[ Of all things, he wasn't really expecting Cloud to get in his space. Not that he's complaining as his hand finally comes to rest at the small of his back, rubbing circles. ] Didn't know you were such a cuddler. Did you miss me that much?
[ The tease comes out so casually. They just saw each other the other day, after all. ]
no worries!! i will backtag forever haha
Now, though? He's drunk and in close proximity with the one person he wants to be this close to. He can just blame it all on the booze tomorrow, but as long as Zack isn't complaining... ]
Mm... no, you stupid idiot. You're warm. 's nice.
[ Of course, he manages to both insult and compliment Zack in the same sentence. Why do you put up with him again, Zack? ]
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Leans in on him now, nose practically buried in his hair as he whispers: ] You sure it's just that?
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What else would it be?
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But a stupid curiosity catches hold of him in that moment. At least enough to nudge with buzzed curiosity. ] I dunno. You tell me.
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You're the one asking.
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[ Which means he should. Totally poke him like a kid again. Because this is where his brain is when swept away by alcohol apparently. He's being dumb. He should probably just let this go. ]
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You started it by asking!
[ He shifts a little, ending up nuzzling his face into the crook of Zack's neck. ]
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This gets Zack feeling fuzzy in a different way. Gets him minutely returning the nuzzle if awkwardly. Hard to nuzzle someone with your bony chin after all and he stops after a few seconds. Whispers now instead. ] Fine. You wanna know a secret?
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Yeah?
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But it doesn't stop him from sticking near anyway, closing his eyes as he whispers. ]
I just might like you. Like... Like really like you.
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You mean that? You're not just sayin' it 'cause you're drunk?
[ There is breathless hope and a touch of insecurity in his voice. ]
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But I guess.. I wasn't sure if you'd believe me. Cause it's you an' you overthink damn near everything and yer cute an' I really like your face, [ Maybe there's a drawl there. Maybe his Gongagan roots are really starting to show as he rambles a bit. ]
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I like you too.
and back after being sick a week or so whoo.
Because one moment, he's still talking, and then the next lips are on his.
Lips are on his.
He almost forgets to-
Okay, he might have forgotten to kiss back in his surprise at first. At least until he feels the puff of breath against his lips, hears those words. Then, his own hands come up to wrap around Cloud's neck in turn as he clumsily pushes forward.
It's probably not the most appealing or romantic kiss, but he sure is going for it. At some point, he ends up with a hand in Cloud's hair, stroking through it in excitement as he deepens said kiss. ]
oof i'm glad you're feeling better!
It doesn't matter that it's a clumsy kiss, the eagerness can be clearly felt and that is more than enough for Cloud to feel his heart hammer in his chest. He groans low and leans into the touches through his hair and the deepening of the kiss. It all feels so damn good. He's finally getting something he's wanted for longer than he'd probably admit. ]