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[A poem that was meant to be sent to Leo was accidentally sent out to everyone on the network.]

I'm glad
I get to see your galaxies
And be part of your story
I want to bookmark everything in blue and gold foil
Even when you tease me
And my fingers stumble over the keys
Of our duet

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uh

i have some bad news for you

What did you d

[oh.

oh no.]

STOP READING IT

It’s too late.

I didn’t know that you wrote poetry too! You’re so talented.

SHUT THE HELL UP

I don't. Not often, anyway. I wanted to try something, but now it's...

[It's public. Anyone who uses Starnet can see it. Not only is it embarrassing, but would it mean the same to the person it was written for?]

Can I break my device

It’s for Leo-kun, right?

I’m sure he’s somewhere blushing and being flustered! But he must definitely have seen it. Don’t worry?

That doesn't sound like Leo at all.

Something like this wouldn't make him blush

WAIT WHY AM I TALKING TO YOU ABOUT THIS?!?!!

That poem wasn't too bad, although it could probably do with some refinement.

I'm not a poet.

And it was meant for a specific audience!

Unfortunately, that audience can probably see this. And then some.

Is there a way to get rid of it everyone’s devices?!

As far as I'm aware, there should be.

But they do say "the internet is forever".

[ It also probably does not help that the person who saw it has a photographic memory, either. ]

[Leo honestly does not care that this post is public now. He recognizes the writing, the metaphors, and the love, and he is proud to receive all of them. If anyone has a problem with it, then Leo will specially craft some harsh words for them.

But that doesn't mean that Elliot is going to be happy when he realizes what has happened.]

Dear. Meet me in the living room.

[Elliot is about to comment on Leo's username, but the pet name sets off alarm bells and has him hesitate. He can bring it up later. Right now he's going to procrastinate.]

Want anything from the kitchen? I can make you coffee first.

I would not be opposed.

If anyone else saw that message, I'll be the one to deal with them this time. I'm not in a mood for sharing your poetry.

[Curses erupt in the kitchen when Elliot reads that. A mug falls, and Elliot sprints in, placing his hands on Leo's shoulders.]

Tell me that was a typo.

[Hi, Elliot. Leo smiles back. It’s not a good smile for Leo to have.]

A typo? Goodness, I never make those.

And if you’re to write poetry for me, then it’s for me. I won’t share what’s mine with anyone. Aren’t you aware of the fact that I am not a particularly nice person?

[Elliot grips the collar of Leo's shirt, as if about to start one of their fights. But he ends up groaning into his shoulder, his face tomato red.]

No. Leo...mnnnhhhhhg.

[There are a lot of words he'd use to describe Leo-- but "nice" wasn't in that description. He's not quite ready to face the world yet, so his voice remains muffled as he speaks.]

That was meant for you...

[While teasing is quite possible right now (Elliot has left quite a few openings,) Leo chooses to chuckle softly and put his arm around his partner. Though it's a light hold, the fact he's choosing this over more toxic smiling is a wide gesture for Leo.]

I am well aware. Let's ignore them. Their opinions on things that do not concern them are, quite frankly, stupid and useless.

Yeah. Stupid.

[Sometimes Leo's ability to keep a level head under pressure was frustrating to Elliot. Right now, he's grateful for it. It doesn't quite dispel his embarrassment, or the warm haze he's left in, but it makes it more tolerable. He ends up cuddling closer, lifting up his head just enough to study his expression, lingering on his eyes.]

...What did you think?

gosh. How romantic!

STOP READING IT

But I've already read it! I can stop, but I can't unread it, you know. ♪

I really like the space imagery.

S

[He was about to capslock yell at Stella to ignore it, but…she offered valid feedback and doesn’t seem to be teasing him?]

You think so? I just go with what I’m reminded of.

You write?

Me? Not really?

But I have family and friends who liked that! Oh, I knew this artist who was famous the world over.

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