<font face="courier>Well. As your father figure, I am deeply perturbed on this on many levels.
On the other hand, I can assume this is a hit and a miss, because I only want to know if you are satisfied with that relationship?
[ Will took the underwear, slipping them on before fully drying, he was distracted by the current topic of conversation. Standing up, dropping his towel and doing a few bounces to try and get the briefs up past his damp thighs with a deep sigh. Picking up the towel and wiping off the remaining water before taking the rest of the clothes from Hannibal. ]
Thanks.
[ Trousers first, leaving them loose and open as she slipped into the shirt next. Even with a clean set of clothing on, Will Graham still managed to look dishevelled and unkempt. ]
Well, I'm glad someone here seems to think that. Honestly, Hannibal, I'm starting to become accustomed to the idea that I truly am losing my mind.
[ His brow knots together at that last part. What grief? What anger? What's going on. ]
I was angry about something, someone? actually no, don't answer that-
[ Putting a finger out towards Hannibal's lips, stopping himself from actually touching the other man. ]
- I don't think I want to even know. I'm tired. These last few days has been a lot.
[Hannibal tipped his head, to watch the other man slide into the underwear, tutting quietly when he saw Will hadn't bothered to dry himself all the way. Honestly, this man. He hummed with approval when Will finished drying himself, and then began to dress.]
Will, you have always been in full control of your mind. There is no doubt about that.
[One corner of his mouth twitches up, before he leans in to kiss Will's fingertip gently.]
Come downstairs. I will make you something to eat.
I wished to inform you of two important things. First, and most importantly, I will be signing the contract Mr Graham has written up. So you need not worry about him. I'll look after him when you are unable to.
The second is slightly more personal. I regret to inform you that our usual outing must be postponed for a few weeks. While I know you are well aware of my more volitile side, I'm rather afraid it would be pointed in your direction. I'd rather not risk lashing out at you in violence due to the uncontrollable anger that's been forced upon me for my confessions.
You need not fear for Mr Graham's safety as I've discovered that the anger is only towards fellow Dominants. What I feel for Submissives, I believe I can control those urges. I've a year of practice in not indulging.
Suffice to say, I am truly sorry I can't make our usual outing and I will inform you when I am free of my current punishment.
I understand completely. I will miss your company, of course, but I would not want to make myself a target of your inflated rage. Do please let me know when we might meet up once again.
[ It's a wonder Hannibal puts up with him at all. As much as he's an intelligent and unique man, sometimes the things he does are downright insufferable. Still, he appreciates the friendship and love given by the older man... Even if he doesn't realise it yet. ]
Now that's a statement I don't altogether agree with.
[ Chuckling slightly, the sound like a cough stuck in the back of his throat, though, when Hannibal's lips press against his fingertip, Will's brow pulls in, mind going blank for a long moment. ]
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