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The two lovers sat isolated in their little room in the resistance’s base, cuddled on their cot.
The slider had straddled Yuichi’s lap, being supported in the rabbit’s broad arms. Leo’s prosthetic arm had been temporarily taken off, set beside them.
He smiled at Yuichi, his heart fluttering as he took in the sight of his beloved. The slider couldn’t help but blush, his face tinged pink under the intensity of his lover’s gaze. Yuichi pulled him closer to his chest. With one hand he traced his fingers along the scars on Leo’s arm, the other placed firmly around his waist.
Yuichi knew how much his husband struggled with his appearance, and hoped to soothe the pain by showing him how beautiful he found his scars. His caresses were gentle and affectionate, a way to reassure Leo that he didn’t need to feel insecure about himself. “You’re so beautiful, Leonardo.” In response, he pulled Yuichi down for a gentle kiss, his lips brushing against Yuichi’s fur. He was surprised by the sudden gesture, but soon he melted into the kiss.
Together, they felt like they were alone in the world, sheltered from their worries and safe in each other’s arms.
Suddenly, the slider turtle chuckled as he pulled away from the kiss, his cheeks flushed. “Why’d you laugh? Do I have something on my face? Please don’t tell me I did the whole time—” Yuichi began to go off track in his embarrassed ramble as he looked at his lover utterly perplexed.
Over the years, he noticed how soft and fluffy Yuichi’s fur was. It always tickled whenever they kissed because of it. The sensation was both soothing and ticklish at the same time— a sweet combination he couldn’t get enough of. As he looked at Yuichi, the slider felt his heart flutter once again. “No, it's not that,” He said sheepishly. “Your fur tickles me everytime we kiss.” “It does?” Leo nodded.
A playful smirk stretches across Yuichi’s face. “Really now?” The slider eyed his love skeptically. “What are you thinking about now?” Leo didn’t have any more time to be confused as his questions were answered. It was accompanied by a nuzzling gesture from Yuichi, as he pressed his face against Leo’s neck. However, the other closed his eyes, savoring the feeling of his husband’s warmth. The ticklish sensation of Yuichi’s fur running along his skin was intoxicating. “Does this tickle?” He could hear the playful spirit in Yuichi’s tone, the teasing smile on his face and the nuzzling of his shoulder. He felt his breath catch in his throat as Yuchi’s lips found their way around his neck. “Mhm,” Leo responded, allowing himself to be tickled, “Yes, it tickles.” He was trying to remain strong and not give into his husband’s playful antics, but he couldn’t help but giggle a bit. His eyes were closed, but he could picture the mischievous grin on Yuichi’s muzzle.
Yuichi moved on to nibbling on Leo’s neck, his sharp teeth lightly biting into his skin. It didn’t hurt, but the sensation felt familiar and comforting to the slider.
It was a reminder of the bond they shared, and Yuichi’s way of showing his affection towards him.
But that didn’t mean it still wasn’t ticklish.
Leo did his best to remain calm and unaffected by it. Alas, the slider continued to squirm and giggle slightly at each nibble. After some time, Yuichi pulled away and kissed Leo on the cheek lightly. “Stop wiggling,” He reprimanded, his voice light and playful. “Come on, it’s not that bad. Shouldn’t you be used to it by now?”
Even after all these years, he wasn’t used to Yuichi’s playful nipping. But the truth was, he loved every second of it. Despite the ticklish sensation, it was a tender reminder of their bond and trust between them. “I am! I’m… just ticklish, that’s all.” Leo chuckled, his voice soft, as his cheeks grew hot with a blush. He reached up to gently nibble at Yuichi’s ear in return. “Hey! That’s my job!” “Oh, is it?” Leo smirked at his lover, as his teeth ran down the length of Yuichi's ear. “I’m only returning the favor,” He whispered teasingly. “You don't get to be the only one who gets to have some fun.” He could feel Yuichi squirm slightly under his touch, causing Leo to grin mischievously. He loved making Yuichi squirm. It was so fun to see this normally stoic warrior reduced to a giggling, blushing mess just by the simple touch of his lips and teeth.
It didn’t take long for Yuichi to get the message, as he chuckled at the touch of Leo’s teeth. “Right, right, I take back what I said!” He quipped playfully. Leonardo hummed, satisfied.
“Thought so, bunny boy.”