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@boule – voicemail

[dwelt]

[because he doesn't do texting and he called hawk while the plane was landing. some shuffling in the background as he makes his way to the terminal. he sounds a bit tired, but entirely affectionate. short and sweet and to the point.]

Mon loup, I'm going to be at Saltburnt soon. Call me when you get this.

[homosexuals]

[there is no hesitation whatsoever - the second he gets the call, he picks up and dials august back. there is a pull he's never been able to explain, as if he's under a spell every time august is in the vicinity or his ear. it makes him think back to that night - christ, he wishes he could remember it better. it's very hazy.]

Not soon enough. You've got a bit of catching up to do, but it sounds like you might need some rest first.

How bout dinner and I tuck you in, huh?

[dwelt]

[there he is. august picks up on the second ring with a liquid-smooth voice, someone who's mastered the correct tone and inflection for whomever he's talking to. he knows how hawk likes him to sound.]

Do I? [a faux submission, playful but seductive.] Are you going to warm some milk for me, too?

[homosexuals]

[hearing it makes his eyelids flutter, settling into something half-lidded as if gentle force. already he feels relaxed and dazed - somehow energized and waiting, placid for some further...instruction? purpose? it's a natural talent of august's, he's decided.]

Well, now you're just teasing me. But you know I will. I'll even split it with you.

[and then fall asleep alongside him, wake up and hope he's there but know like a wisp of smoke he's somehow evaporated and left him to wonder if it was all just a dream. there's a thrill to the mystery of it, though. enough that he keeps coming back.]

📨 delivery

[hymen]

[ resting atop your pillow: a luxe, cream envelope, your name embossed in gold letters, holding a textured invitation — ]

voicemail

[homosexuals]

[after some nervousness and deciding whether or not to send a formal letter back, he opts for a voicemail. hawk sounds nothing but genuine, gracious and grateful, like he can't really believe he earned one in the first place. he's just a tennis guy, for christ's sake.]

Mr. Moore - I'm truly honored for the invite. Thank you for your consideration.

I'll happily accept, and if it isn't too forward - maybe I'll have the pleasure of shaking your hand. You and the President have done great things for the country together.

Looking forward to the 14th. Thank you again.

@dr.graham

[disarrayed]

Hawkins.

Although I should question how we both ended up here, I'm glad to see you're enjoying more than just the four walls of your home.

[ no, really. he's proud that hawk is out and about and doing things. especially over the last couple years. ]

Try to enjoy yourself. I'll expect a full report when we meet again. This place has a menagerie of rooms. Pick one, that's where our next session will be.

[homosexuals]

Dr. Graham! What a pleasant surprise.

It's a funny story - I'll have to tell you the full one when I see you next. The long story short is: I met the Balfours in college. We kept in touch. Rosie's my goddaughter: the sweetest damn thing you'll ever see.

Yes, of course, though if you're on a sabbatical too I'd hate to interrupt. Otherwise - how about the hunting lodge?

[disarrayed]

Even if I was on a sabbatical I would make time for you. We've known one another for a long time, so it never feels like work. And never an interruption.

But you know the Balfours? I'd love to hear the story - the hunting lodge seemed quiet when I passed it on my morning walk. I think we'll have a great deal of privacy there.

It's a beautiful estate - I have other clients here, so it's for work, but I can't complain. They have an extensive liquor stock - maybe a finger of brandy for our hunting?

[homosexuals]

Please, I wouldn't expect special treatment. You deserve a break too. But I appreciate it all the same.

Perfect. I'll reserve it for us and you bring the brandy.

Other clients too, though? I don't know if you've ever met Harry Goodsir - my regular doc, but he's here too. Sometimes I think the world is a lot smaller than we give it credit for. Or maybe just the circles we run in, huh?

text - un: 💋💋💋💋

[nishtha]

I thought it was you I saw at breakfast. Big fan. Watched you come back from 0-5, 0-40 at Wimbledon. You're so much hotter in person.

[homosexuals]

Oh - that's extremely flattering of you. Very kind. Really.

[how does he take a compliment like this!!]

I'm awfully sorry if I missed you at breakfast. I'm - well I guess you know already, but I'm Hawkins Fuller. I'm Rosie Balfour's godfather, as a matter of fact.

[and the proudest there ever was!! shut up hawk.]

Tell me about you?

[nishtha]

Rosie's the one who gave me your number. 😉 I owe her one. Or maybe more if this leads to more than just texting. 😜

My name is Armand Kamali. I'm here to appraise some of the Balfour artworks and so my sister can get over her ex-husband.

[homosexuals]

Well, any friend of Rosie's is absolutely a friend of mine. It's lovely to meet you, Armand.

I'm not much of an art connoisseur, but I do know their collection is full of some truly terrific stuff. What's your favorite piece? If it isn't too personal.

And it's sweet of you to support your sister during a difficult time - you two must be close. I was an only child...sometimes I wonder if I missed out.

@timmyyyyy

[holyposition]

Good morning Mr. Fuller. 😉

What are you doing on Friday night?

[homosexuals]

Skippy - hi honey.

I sure hope I'll be spending it with you.

[holyposition]

Honey already? Careful, Hawk. You don't know the half of it yet.

It'll be my birthday. If that's not too much pressure.

1/2

[homosexuals]

Not yet, but I'd really like to.

No, not at all. I'd love to celebrate it with you.

5 mins later

[homosexuals]

Look, I'm terrible at keeping secrets. I already knew it was your birthday, I already have a gift, and I was going to try and surprise you with a private dinner.

How does that sound?

text | un: @jace

[vermax]

( Is it a misfire? Is it a sneaky way to talk to a hot new guest? Is he going to play at responsible house help, even though that's not what he is at all? Who knows. ) Are you settling in alright? Is there anything we can do to improve your stay?

[homosexuals]

That's very kind of you to check in, Mr. Jace. Everything has been wonderful, no complaints here.

Are you part of the staff or the welcome committee?

[vermax]

Just Jace. No one calls me Mr. anything, though Lord Strong wouldn’t be wrong either :)

And good. Always glad to hear. If anything changes, do let me know.

Just the Welcome Committee while I’m here. Have you had a chance to see the courts?

text — un: cunt

[ghostface]

hi, apa (:
guess who

[homosexuals]

I know who.

C'mon, you're too good and too handsome to have a foul name like that attached to you, Danny.

[ghostface]

don't say that to my daddy, he'll come back with a receipt full of fouls

( and danny's fouls are very expensive. )

i missed you
haven't seen you since that thing in montreal