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Angel's eye was swollen shut. He held his nose as he was waiting backstage for his medic. Staring at the ceiling, Angel was angrily cursing out Poison under his breath.
Poison made it his mission to embarrass Angel whenever he could, especially about his relationship with Mankind. He had ambushed him backstage and they both had beat the shit out of each other after Poison provoked him. He finally snapped on him when he kept pushing about Mankind.
When Angel was finally patched up, he passed a brunette in the hallway; a very concerned brunette. Mankind turned and walked beside him.
"What happened?" Mankind asked looking over Angel's damaged face. Angel shrugged, "Poison."
Mankind frowned as their hands brushed against each other. Angel let out a deep breath and intertwined his fingers with Mankind's, something Angel rarely let happen in public. They walked along quietly until reaching the boiler room door. Without saying anything, Angel pulled Mankind inside. Angel's expressions were stiff and pained. He just wanted a moment to lay down with Mankind.
The blonde sat down on the mattress, rubbing his head. Mankind sat down next to him, placing his head on his shoulder. Angel sighed and rested his head ontop of his.
"You're still pretty with a black eye," Mankind smiled. Angel pulled his head off with a scoff and rolled his eyes. Mankind grabbed a hold of his hand and kissed his cheek. "You just wish you gave it to me," Angel joked and gave his hand a squeeze. Mankind laughed before wrapping his arms around him. Angel didn't do much of anything, just relied on him to hold him. It was nice.
Mankind kept giggling as he ran his hand up and down his back. Angel shut his eyes and took a deep breath from Mankind's neck. Mankind pressed a kiss to his forehead and ruffled his hair gently. Mankind kissed his cheek before pushing himself into Angel's throat and resting there.
Mankind laid down with Angel, still resting under his chin. Angel stared at the ceiling again, scratching Mankind's back with a gentle hand.
"I love you," Angel whispered, unsure if he had fallen asleep.
"I love you too, Angel," warm breath brushed against his breath, reciprocating him. A moment passed before Angel felt teeth gently bite his skin. He smiled, knowing it was just Mankind being himself. Mankind nestled himself more into his neck before shutting his eyes for the night.