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Usual night...
Angel coming in late, Husk still stationed at the bar, for some reason. He didn't need to be there. But he was. Making sure Angel came back in one piece, of course.
"Heya Husk..."
Angel made his way over to the bar, trying to keep his usual demeanor. Hard to do when you're so damn tired, though, Angel's used to it. He leaned himself against the counter top, watching as Husk swiftly made him a drink before pushing it across the counter top towards him. "Thanks-" Angel muttered, before taking a sip. "No problem kid..." Husk finally spoke.
They sat in silence...
For a good, 5 minutes. It was alright though. It was comforting. They enjoyed each other's company. Sipping on their beverages. Enjoying the quiet the hotel's lobby had to offer in the evenings.
"Are you okay?"
Angel shifted at the sudden break of silence, he was caught a bit off guard by Husk's question, but didn't oppose it. He hesitated for a moment but promptly answered, "I'm alright... could be better, of course..." Husk simply hummed in acknowledgement as he took another drink.
"Hey, Angel?" Husk leaned on the bar, relaxing himself as he spoke, "Y'know I care about ya, right?" Angel nodded slightly, before smiling and playfully whacking Husk's arm. "You betta!" Husk laughed, "Seriously though Angel, you can always come to me if ya need something... If anyone's ever botherin ya-" "You'll beat the ever lovin shit outta them- I know, I know!" Angel laughed as he took another drink, before sighing.
"Thanks Husk, I mean it, you're awesome" he smiled as he placed a hand on Husk's arm. After a moment he tapped his empty glass, "Pour me another drink, will ya love?" Husk chuckled at the nickname, "Love?" Angel impatiently scooted the glass closer to Husk. "Ya know ya love me- now get on with it will ya!" "Heh- you wish~" Husk teased before refilling the glass.
The otherwise empty lobby was filled with laughter and lighthearted conversation from the bar for a good portion of the evening. Angel and Husk eventually retired to their respective rooms, reminiscing in the evening they shared. Yeah, maybe they were in Hell... but it didn't always have to be Hell for them... they were content. Even if for an evening. One evening.
Everything will be okay... <3