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Hug you real tight, love
It was usually before a mission, but then again, it also happened after missions too. The hugging.
It was their thing, Hunter and Rex. The hugging was.
There was hardly an occasion, place or moment the two could be seen hugging, neither hiding their love for the other nor the emotional bond they shared.
Of course the hug was also a wish for good luck. The non-verbal gesture conveying more than mere words ever could, while holding on to one and other.
“They’re watching ya know.”
“They usually are. Like pets, afraid in not getting their fair share of devotion.”
Both Hunter and Rex chuckled at that.
It was true though, on both sides of the isle. As the Bad Batch were a tad jealous of their Sergeant being hogged by the Captain. The two always cuddled together. Hunter, was their leader after all.
While Rex’s troopers usually just stood by, patiently waiting for their commander to get his affairs in order before taking off on any given mission. Not that they wouldn’t have appreciated the hugs too. But mostly it was a friendly gesture for a job well done.
“Be safe out there, Rex.”
“You too, Hunt.”
They held onto each other for a moment longer, neither wanting to let go.
But then, it was time. The war never waiting for any lover.
Hunter leaned in, giving Rex a quick, soft, kiss on his lips. Rex responding in kind. The kisses and other things usually reserved for the moments in private when the missions were over.
Finally letting go, reluctantly so, but holding onto each other’s hands before it really was time to leave.
“See ya on the other side.” Rex waved to Hunter.
“I will hold you to that promise!” Hunter was waving back until the ship disappeared into the thick clouds, the battles awaiting for its soldiers.