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[He runs his fingers through Elidibus's hair.]

That they do.

... You know I was both suspicious and jealous of Hades's friendship with Five when I arrived. I was quite rude about it.

You, rude? I can scarcely imagine.

Yes indeed, in any case, though I am the soul of tact I do understand how jarring it can be.

[eat shit]

It is. I am glad for you both, of course I am, but... it is going to take some time.

[Everyone should be nice and respectful to him??]

Of course it will take time. And though I know you may trust those two, I do not expect you not to put them through your own tests or observations and come to your own conclusions.

I have made some observations already, yes.

[and come to the conclusion that they are both cute]

And your thoughts?

Their affection for you and Emet-Selch is plain, that much is certain.

Well yes. But I am curious if you have more you have observed. Or even reservations.

Vergil seems somewhat...

[don't call dad's husband stupid don't do it]

Unobservant?

Oblivious? Yes, quite often. But that is fairly expected given his background.

You mean him being a demon?

More than that, but related. Would you like me to give you his story or to ask him yourself? He is likely to gloss over most of it, though then again if it is you pressing just a little he might concede to be more forthcoming.

Would he be all right with you telling me? That seems the more straightforward option.

[He smiles a little.]

There is nothing I could do that he would truly object to.

But if the point is to get to know him, you may do so better by speaking to the man himself.

Though I will explain at least what I meant.

He was kidnapped at a young age from his family, taken down to hell and forced to survive on his own like some feral creature. No education, no socialization. That he is at all socialized or literate speaks more to his intelligence and stubbornness to find the time to pursue knowledge even after years of pursuing only the power to survive against every odd. For there were full many actively seeking his demise.

His social manners are atrocious, he is awkward, blunt, moody, shy, and oblivious, and I do find him quite remarkable.

[He loves him so much?]

He is incredibly fast on picking up what he is taught, stubborn to a fault, and loyal beyond question. But more than anything, his ability to maintain warmth deep in his heart despite his years of solitude and bloody existence is almost miraculous.

Ah. That does explain why he is the way he is.

[i forgot they were doing surgery but please pretend elidibus has in fact been doing that and is finishing up the stitches]

I truly am glad you have found someone you care for so deeply.

[Surgery achieved, and when Elidibus is done he'll tug him into his arms to cuddle.]

What, no jealousy or misgivings? I threatened Five several times I'll have you know.

[leans his head into lahabrea's chest on the side away from the stitches]

It is my duty to remain impartial.

I am not interested in your impartiality, but in how you feel.

...

Of course I am jealous.

That is what I thought. Speak to me of it.

[still speaking into his chest, not wanting to look up at him]

It feels like you don't need me anymore.

[He smooths his fingers through Elidibus's hair.]

Do you think that could ever be possible? Though Five and Vergil are dear to me and to Hades, they have not been at my side for eons, they are not the last of my people, and they are not the friends I have fought and bled and cried on again and again.

Did I not say my plan was to search through hell for you?

I know things between you and Hades are more complicated, but if you think he cares any less than you are mistaken.

Yet I do understand the jealousy, for it is in my heart as well.

I know that. I know. These feelings are entirely irrational.

But that does not make them any easier to ignore.

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