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It had been a few days since their last mission. Fortunately, they were successful and nothing went horribly wrong. Unfortunately, in the process Pavitr got his arm injured. No broken bones thankfully, but he had trouble lifting his arm because of it. He had even more trouble trying to wash his hair with one hand, and he had been complaining to Hobie about his predicament while visiting him in his dimension.
“Can’t you get your Nan to help you wash your hair?” Hobie suggested. “Nah I can’t. She doesn’t even know I got hurt.” Pavitr responded. “I’m surprised she hasn’t found out yet. You’re not great at keeping secrets.” Hobie commented lightly. Pavitr just rolled his eyes, sitting next to Hobie on his bed.
Hobie thought for a moment, wondering how he could help Pavitr out. One solution soon coming to mind. “Maybe I could wash your hair for you? That’s if you’re okay with it of course.” Hobie offered. Pavitr considered it. I mean, what’s the worst that could happen? It wasn’t like he had any other solutions. Plus, if Hobie didn’t know what he was doing, he wouldn’t offer. “Alright then. I don’t see why not.” Pavitr said with a half-shrug and a smile.
Which was what led to their current set up. Hobie started running the shower while Pavitr started to take his clothes off. “If you don’t feel comfortable taking everything off that’s alright. You can borrow some of my clothes too if you need to; I don’t mind.” Hobie said as he tested the water’s temperature. “Alright thanks, I’ll keep that in mind.” Pavitr said, slipping off his pants and socks. Keeping on his boxers.
“Does the water temperature feel alright to you?” Hobie asked, turning to his boyfriend. Pavitr tested the water. “Feels okay to me.” Pavitr responded. “Alright perfect, let’s get this started then.” Hobie said, standing up, giving Pavitr room to get into the tub and sit down as he held onto the showerhead. Pavitr got into the tub as carefully as he could, trying to make sure he didn’t bother his arm, shuffling to get comfortable. Hobie got behind him from outside the tub and kneeled down, telling Pavitr to close his eyes.
Hobie began wetting Pavitr’s hair, being gentle with his movements. Making sure not to leave any spot dry. Running his hands though Pavitr’s hair as he did this action. Pavitr embracing the feelings that interacted with his senses. Melting into the warmth of the water and the feeling of Hobie’s hands running through his hair, not expecting it to be this enjoyable.
Once Hobie was done wetting the other’s hair, he carefully placed the showerhead onto the faucet of the bath, grabbing a bottle of shampoo. “I still can’t believe you got a special shampoo for when I visit.” Pavitr teased. “Well do you want to use my shampoo?” Hobie said in the same teasing tone. “No, it doesn’t work great with my hair.” Pavitr responded. “And that’s exactly why I got it.” Hobie said with a smirk, pressing a gentle kiss to Pavitr’s shoulder before moving to squeeze some of the shampoo in his hand.
Putting a decent amount in his palm and setting down the bottle before lathering it up. Making sure it was lathered up a decent amount before starting to rub it into Pavitr’s hair. Gently massaging it into his hair. Pavitr instinctively leaned back, practically melting into Hobie’s touch, not wanting it to end and loving every moment of it.
“Hey Pavi, can you sit up so I can rinse your hair please?” Hobie requested, stopping and moving to grab the showerhead again. “Oh, yeah. Sorry.” Pavitr said, sitting up. “It’s alright.” Hobie said with a smile, grabbing onto the handle of the showerhead and running the water through Pavitr’s hair. “How has your arm been feeling anyway? Is it any better?” Hobie asked as he rinsed his boyfriend’s hair. “It’s gotten better, still hurts to move it sometimes though.” Pavitr answered. “That’s good, I’m glad it’s better.” Hobie responded. He made sure none of the shampoo was left before placing the showerhead down once again. He gently held the bottom of Pavitr’s chin and guided him to look up, kissing his forehead before letting go.
“You use conditioner, right?” Hobie asked. Pavitr nodded giving an “mhm” in response as he did. Hobie grabbed the bottle of conditioner from the shelf. Doing the same process, he did with the shampoo. It felt just as heavenly to Pavitr as it did before. He loved every second of this, and he didn’t expect to.
Before he knew it, it was over. Hobie turned the water off and put the showerhead back where it belonged, grabbing a towel. “Do you need help drying your hair too?” Hobie asked as he pulled out a towel. “Yeah.” Pavitr responded. Hobie got behind Pavitr again and started drying his hair, trying not to be too rough while doing it. Being as gentle as he could be. He dried off his hands afterwards.
“Do you need help with anything else?” Hobie asked, setting the towel in his lap. “Nah I should be alright.” Pavitr said with a smile, turning around to face his boyfriend. “Thanks for doing this for me.” Pavitr said, giving Hobie a gentle kiss on the nose. “Ah don’t mention it.” Hobie said, giving Pavitr a kiss on the forehead and standing up. “I’m going to go get some clean clothes for you, I’ll be back.” Hobie said as he gave the towel to Pavitr before turning around and walking out of the bathroom. Soon returning with clothing and setting it on the counter. “I’ll wait for you in the bedroom while you get dressed.” Hobie said before leaving to wait for the other.
Pavitr soon joined him in the bedroom, seeing him sitting on the bed playing with his guitar. He set it down once he saw the other, giving Pavitr room to sit next to him. Which he did just that, cuddling into Hobie’s side. Hobie kissed his forehead. “Do you feel better now?” Hobie asked, wrapping an arm around Pavitr’s side. “A lot better. Thank you.” Pavitr said, burying his face into Hobie’s side. “I love you.” “I love you too Pavi.”