[There's something sly on the tip of his tongue about her being as much a view as the skyline itself, but the gift offers enough distraction to fend it off.
As the foil peels away, the red shape of wax sits solid in his palm, occupying no more space than a handful. The recognition spins in alongside her words -- and a dazzling grin breaks across Cain's lips.]
You're serious, you got me this?
[Giddy like a child and a little embarrassed for it, he opts for a physical expression of gratitude instead of words. A step in and he pulls Alex into a solidly squeezed hug. Emotions flash between them, chest dim blue beneath the gold shirt: happiness, surprise, warmth.]
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As the foil peels away, the red shape of wax sits solid in his palm, occupying no more space than a handful. The recognition spins in alongside her words -- and a dazzling grin breaks across Cain's lips.]
You're serious, you got me this?
[Giddy like a child and a little embarrassed for it, he opts for a physical expression of gratitude instead of words. A step in and he pulls Alex into a solidly squeezed hug. Emotions flash between them, chest dim blue beneath the gold shirt: happiness, surprise, warmth.]
Best gift yet. I mean it.