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"Why are you fretting about so much?" Agape asked Chloris as they rushed about their apartment.
The ancient in question had been busy keeping the Underworld in order while Hades had been away. Azem had called upon their ever-reliable Emet-Selch for aid, and while the man had grumbled and groaned, they both knew they could never say no to one of their own.
With a quick kiss to Chloris's own lips, he had departed, and it was almost as if the universe itself knew that both Hythlodaeus and he were alone. So much paperwork had poured in, leaving them both at their respective works rather than spending time together at home.
Oh, how I wish Hyth and I could've had some time together… Chloris whined internally as he used his magicks to do the dishes so he could focus on sweeping. He had a new concept he wanted to try with me… but every time we came home, we were too exhausted, and I kept dozing off… how embarrassing.
Their familiar poked their cheek, huffing and puffing as they flitted in the air. "Etheryis to Chloris! Did you leave your brain in the Underworld?"
Blinking a few times, Chloris looked up at his companion and shook his head. "My apologies, Little Agape. I was lost in thought." He chewed on his lip as they looked around the apartment again.
"Everyone is busy today and returning after so much stressful work… I left my post a little early to try and make things nice for when they came home, but…"
Their eyes kept scanning over the room, looking for anything out of place, anything that would be pointed out or picked upon arrival. It hadn't been perfect…
Nothing less will suffice.
Agape crossed their arms and perched on Chloris's shoulder. "You're moving so fast it's wearing me out! The place is already sparkling… if anyone needs a clean now, it's you, Stinky!!"
Chloris's face flushed red as he lifted his other arm to sample it, reeling a little as he realised Agape was right. "Can you keep watch and tell me if anything is wrong? I will go freshen up."
Rolling their eyes, the familiar replied. "Yeah, yeah. You know me, now go shower before you embarrass yourself."
Turning on their heel, Chloris made a dash to the bathroom. They wanted to make sure they were clean as a crystal and well prepared for when their partners returned.
As he showered, he couldn't stop thinking about the outside rooms beyond the door. What if he was wrong and he came out to find Agape had either found mess or made more?
I can't….
I want everything to be perfect for them. They've all been working so hard.
Chloris finished scrubbing; the idea that there was still mess consumed his mind before dashing out, bare as his first nameday, to check things over again when the door to his apartment opened at the exact moment he crossed it.
"We're ho-" Hythlodaeus began before cutting himself off, standing still in the doorway as he locked gazes with Chloris.
Hades could be heard behind him, grumbling before huffing. "Oh, for the love of, Hyth, move. What has you standing there like-" He had pushed his lover out of the way a little before, also beholding Chloris.
The man in question felt his face grow aflame, trying to grab a nearby cushion to hide his privates and using his other arm to conceal his chest. His long pink hair was still dripping, stuck against his back and forehead.
"Y-You're back earlier than I expected!" They managed to squeak out. "I-I wasn't q-quite done with cleaning and… " They trailed off, his words becoming more stammered as the two came into the room fully and shut the door behind them.
No Azem?
Hades got closer and circled Chloris like a vulture. "Well, Azem had to go make a report to Lahabrea. I will be doing so in the morning to clarify anything our dear companion failed to explain." He then paused as he lifted a hand to rub Chloris's cheek. "But he will join us anon… and he will kick himself for missing such a treat."
Hyth came up behind his shoulder and pressed a kiss to Chloris's cheek. "The place looks divine, Chloris. But I have to ask, did you come straight home to clean? You've been awfully busy of late, too."
Chloris nodded and melted into their touch. "I-I wanted it to be perfect for when you returned… Agape was assisting me and advised I showered because I was running in circles."
They felt tired, but still so awake now that their partners were home.
He just hated when things didn't feel perfect with them. Usually, he was always the reason why- be it being too exhausted from work, accidentally forgetting the dishes because he was lost in work…
"Silence your overthinking." Hades chided gently. "You have done well, my Good Little Flower."
Chloris whined and nuzzled into the two more. "I-I'm glad you like it. While it wasn't planned for me to come to you naked… I… I am glad you like it too."
"Oh, we love it, Chloris." Hythlodaeus laughed, wrapping his arms around the other and nibbling his neck. "I think we should start without Azem and make him pick up a meal for us to share while we continue… to reunite."
"It's what he deserves for being so aloof." Hades shrugged. "But for Chloris: you deserve everything. Let's get you to our bed, hm?"
Melting slightly, Chloris nodded. Glancing over to where Agape had been before he went to shower. Not seeing him there, he assumed he had gone to look for Azem and turned back to his lovers. "A-Agape must've left to give us privacy… s-so I would love to."
Without hesitation, Hyth threw Chloris over his shoulder- the pillow that had been concealing his privates fell with a flood. Hades returned it to its spot before following the other two.
"I have missed your warmth." He whispered to them both. "So prepare yourselves."
Chloris shuddered and nodded.
Oh, tonight will be…
Exciting.