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Meow-meow, motherfuckers.

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[cafeultra]

[ The night before, her sleep had been restless; she'd tossed and turned a lot, and woke up much earlier than she would've liked. Tonight, knowing Nate was on his way home had made it easier for her to relax, so now she's sleeping a little more soundly.

Becca hadn't even heard him come in, and though she does stir a bit at his touch, she doesn't wake. ]

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[ He's a little tempted to just let her sleep, but Becca made it pretty clear that she'd rather be woken up. And Nate wants to say hi properly, now that he's here.

He drops his jeans just to be more comfortable climbing into bed -- he's wide awake, doesn't foresee sleeping any time soon, but he also doesn't think he's going to want to let go, either. The pillow is kind of in the way, so he moves to curl up around her from behind instead, nuzzling at the side of her neck, his arm wrapping around her waist as he murmurs lowly into her ear. ] Hey, baby. C'mon, wake up for me.

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[ Once he slides in behind her, then she's awake. She shivers back into his embrace, sighing contentedly, pushing the pillow aside. Her head tilts slightly, giving him a little more access to her neck.

This moment, this is what she's been waiting for, and it's all worth it. She rests a hand on his arm, her voice warm and thick with sleep when she speaks. ] Hi, babe. Mm, welcome home.

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[ Home, she says, and he hides a little smile by kissing softly at the side of her neck. It definitely feels like home. ]

Hey, sleeping beauty. [ Soft and fond. He hugs her back into his chest, curled up close as he can get. ] Missed you.

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[ It certainly feels even more like a home for her when he's there. It's kind of crazy when she really stops to think about it, given how comfortable she'd gotten on her own, and how much she's struggled to share her space with others in the past.

But now, her apartment feels lonely without Nate.

Becca snuggles back as he pulls her in close, those kisses getting another shiver from her. ] Missed you so much, baby. I tried staying up, guess I got sleepy.

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That's okay. You needed it.

[ He's just going to keep kissing at her gently, the slope of her neck and her shoulder, fond little motions. His hand seeks hers, tangling their fingers together lightly. ]

You can go back to sleep if you want, I just wanted you to know I was home.

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[ She allows herself enjoy those kisses for a moment, giving his hand a gentle squeeze. It's nice just to feel him there, and even nicer to hear him say that he's home.

But eventually, she's got to do it. She lets go of his hand and shifts to face him, her smile growing even wider. ] Not gonna go back to sleep without seeing your handsome face.

[ A hand lifts to cup his face, thumb brushing over his cheek. ] There's my guy.

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[ He smiles at her, absolutely smitten, turning into that hand to kiss her palm softly. ] I'd be yours just as much in the morning, you know.

[ Not that it's a complaint. He resettles his arm around her, hand drifting lightly against her back, watching her warmly. ]

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Yeah, but then I'd have to wait until the morning to kiss you, and that's just too long. [ So she's not wasting another second, she'll lean in for a soft kiss, fingers brushing lightly over his jaw and down along his neck and chest before slipping her arm around his side. She keeps it brief; then a kiss to his forehead, and one to his cheek. ]

There, much better. I did say I was gonna smooch your face.

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You did. And I'd hate to make a liar out of you.

[ He's beaming at her, pleased, leaning in to kiss her again. He keeps it soft still, lingering a little longer, murmurs as he breaks away: ] Think this is the best welcome back I've ever had.

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I do keep my promises. [ She's all smiles, too, running her hand down his side as he kisses her. ] You should get this kind of welcome every time.

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Well, maybe I'll start letting myself in for these kinda welcomes more often. How long does the trip have to be? Grocery stores count? [ He's teasing, bright and playful, fingers stroking softly down her spine, brushing a kiss against her cheek. ]

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Grocery store definitely counts. And not just because that means you're probably bringing me food -- but, like, we both know I love when you feed me. [ Becca cuddles in more at those soft touches, nuzzling into his shoulder. ] I'm always happy to see you, babe.

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It's a deal, then. I'll just start stopping by any time I go -- anywhere. Get a few kisses, see how my girl's doing... [ He bumps a kiss against the top of her head, giving a little shrug. ] Sounds like a good plan to me.

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This is a big reason why I gave you the keys, actually. So you could stop by any time you want. [ It's slightly teasing, but all warmth and affection. She sighs happily, squeezing him in a gentle hug. ] I like being your girl.

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You're all mine, babe. [ Warm and happy. He nuzzles at her, fingers drifting up to toy with her hair affectionately. ] I like getting to keep you.

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Good, I'm keeping you, too. All mine. [ Her eyes close, though she's not as sleepy anymore. She's just relaxed, as she usually is when Nate's around. Especially when he's holding her like this. ] Love you, baby.

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Love you too. [ He's more than happy to just hold on to her, relaxing now that the job is done and he's back to Becca. It's not unusual for him to be a little tense after jobs, even if everything goes well, but right now? It's hard to imagine being anything but comfortable, with her this close.

He'll go quiet for a few moments, just cuddling her, but he is pretty awake, and he'll ask eventually, voice low in case she's started fallen asleep: ] I miss anything interesting while I was gone? [ As if he hadn't been talking to her for the last day or so. ]

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[ Nate being home has given her a little bit of a second wind, so she's not all that sleepy anymore. Just utterly content to lay in his arms. ]

Not really? It was pretty quiet here. [ And with faint amusement in her tone, ] I didn't get spooked without you this time. Did it all go well while you were gone?

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Yeah, it was fine. No big problems. [ A moment's consideration, before he offers: ] I finished up last night after I talked to you, mostly. Just -- had to talk to someone this morning, unfortunately, so I couldn't leave then.

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[ She hadn't really expected any sort of detail, or explanation, but ultimately she's glad for whatever he does decide to share. Her head tilts up so she can kiss his forehead. ] I'm just glad you got home safe. All that matters is that you get back to me.

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[ He tips into her to nuzzle lightly at her neck, considers his wording for a moment before he answers. ] I always do my best.

[ He can't promise he'll never make a mistake, that nothing will ever happen, as much as he'd like to. But he can say that much honestly. ]

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[ She brings a hand up to softly pet through his hair, holding on a little tighter. Of course he can't promise he'll always make it back, she's not naive enough to think that, but she can certainly believe him when he says he'll always do his best.

Her face turns, brushing a kiss against the side of his head. ] And you'll always have the best welcome I can give.

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The best thing to come back for.

[ It's the first thing he's really had to come back for in a while, and that's -- strange, to think about. Nate's been going for so long with so little care for his own survival that having something good is going to crash into him a little, the next time he gets hurt on the job.

But for now, it's mostly just a nice thought. He kisses softly at her throat, fondly, squeezing her a little tighter in a brief hug. ]

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I love you so much, babe. [ She's relieved that he doesn't seem to be hurt at all this time around. The first aid kit can stay in its place, thankfully, and she doesn't have to worry about being too gentle with her cuddles. Which is nice, because she's extra snuggle after missing him the night before.

She sighs at those kisses, head tilting back. There's no urgency, no real urge to press for more. For one in her life, she's absolutely content to just... cuddle. Nate has accomplished what basically no one else has, somehow. And she's loving every second of it. ] Mm, yours are the best hugs.