⎾ MOROSIS ⏌

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • Kieran wasn't used to taking care of others, not the other way around. It wasn't often others cared for him. He had spent all his life taking care of himself. Kieran didn't know to let others worry about him. He replied as he felt Miguel's hand against his cheek as he kissed him again. Kieran knew Miguel couldn't do much for him just as he couldn't protect Miguel much either. He received a text back from Rowyn. Kirean was glad he wasn't busy at the moment. He knew Rowyn wasn't just some young detective in the police force. After a quick text, he put his phone back in his pocket. Kirean had invited Rowyn to the hospital but didn't explain too much in detail why, just that he needed a favor. He returned his attention back toward Miguel. "He's on his way, he'll be here shortly." Kirean replied not too sure if he should explain who Rowyn was exactly or not.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

Knowing what he did about Kieran's past it came as no surprise to him that the man was not used to being taken care of. From the way both he and Abel put it, he was robbed of a childhood and the majority of his adolescent years. The only sort of familial care Kieran ever seemed to come to know was from Abel's own family. Whether the man wanted it or not, he couldn't stop himself from being worried about Kieran. While he understood the need to worry about Abel, he wasn't helping anyone if he stressed himself out in the process. Leaning over once more, Jakob kissed him again. Neither of them said anything as he pulled away and waited for a reply from Kieran's friend. It didn't take long before Kieran's phone buzzed. He watched as the male took out his phone once more to read the response. Jakob glanced up to meet Kieran's gaze and smiled as he spoke. "Good...That is good, right?" he said. "I mean, unless there is something I ought to know about him before he gets here?" Jakob had no idea what sort of past Kieran had with this man. So while he was glad for them to have someone on their side, he hoped there was nothing about him that he ought to be concerned about either.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • Kirean hadn't really talked to Miguel about his ex's. After all it wasn't as if he was meeting any of Miguel's. His only ex's Miguel had met were Abel and Addy. However both of those were in the past. Although with Rowyn, it was only a matter of months. He trusted Rowyn with this issue however he wasn't so it was a good idea but it was all he had.

Hearing Miguel question him, he wasn't surprised. Kieran nodded at his words. "Yes, it's good…He can help…" He responded to Miguel's question first. Kieran wasn't so sure how Miguel would take the next question. "There are things you need to know…He and I used to date…His name is Rowyn. He's a police Lieutenant." He replied as he watched Miguel. Kieran wasn't going to hide their relationship from Miguel. He didn't even know how to prepare him for Rowyn either.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

It wasn't so hard to imagine that Kieran had been with others before him. Though from what he'd been told it didn't sound as though they were long lasting relationships. Aside from Addy and Abel, Jakob was curious just what sort of person Kieran went for. Did he have a specific type or was there just a certain personality he looked for in a person. Thinking about all of this, it made him curious what Kieran found so attractive about him as well. That however, was a conversation for another time. As the man informed him that his friend would help he couldn't help to follow up with even more questions.

Kieran seemed to almost expect him to question him. He watched as he merely nodded his head and gave him assurance that they trust him. Jakob nodded silently but knew to be more. He stared curiously while Kieran spoke slowly. "Oh." he said softly. Jakob was quiet for a moment. "Wait really?...You and a cop? You dated a cop...Huh." Jakobe wasn't upset or even mad about finding out that Kieran dated someone before he came along. Clearly he was no saint. Still the idea of him being involved with someone from the police just sounded weird. Especially if he were to lump himself, Addy, and Abel all together. Their common factors were their prickly personalities and a high disregard for following the law. While he knew nothing of this person, he could only assume that by having some sort of rank and authority this man did not share any of their mafia traditions.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • Rowyn was far from traditional. However he wasn't oblivious to what went on in the world. Indeed he didn't share the same beliefs as Kirean but that didn't mean he was heartless not to care. His involvement with Kirean hadn't been about their profession. It wasn't exactly dating either. More along the lines of ******** buddies, as neither of them really had time to date.

Kirean tried not to have secrets with Miguel. However he wasn't an open book. Although if he was calling on Rowyn for help, he wasn't going to lie about who he was. He watched as Miguel seemed to register his words. Kieran knew that he wasn't a saint let alone a classic virgin. He watched as Miguel was quiet as he seemed to process his words. Kieran found his words amusing. "Date…Sure not exactly but yes…" He replied smiling a little. Kieran knew nothing of Miguel's own past or his lovers. Although Miguel had met at least two of his. He never understood what Miguel saw in him either.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

Sitting there listening to the male, Jakob couldn't help being a little dumbstruck. While he was not entirely familiar with all of Kieran's past lovers, the idea of him being with a cop felt off. As the words slowly processed, Kieran continued. This time he quick to catch on with his meaning. Jakob snorted a laugh at his choice of words. He couldn't help himself. When he recovered, he turned to the male smiling. "Alright so you and this Lieutenant dated...Is he aware of your line of work?" he asked, going back to a more serious line of questioning.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • Kieran couldn't help his choice of words. He didn't actually date at least not until he met Miguel. Kirean found the idea of dating tedious. He couldn't exactly be his true self with another person not that he ever did.
Kirean watched as Miguel snorted at his words as he laughed. He waited for Miguel to finish as he sat there. Kieran heard Miguel question him. He found his choice of question amusing. "Sure, we dated but never really got out of the bedroom…As for my line of profession, yes he's aware." Kirean replied as he glanced toward Abel. He hoped he wouldn't need protection for too long but he didn't want to take a chance and leave him by himself.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

In terms of relationships, Jakob was no better. Most of his prior partners were but a passing of time. Rarely had he tried dating someone long-term. Mainly because he knew it would not end well. Someone would get their feelings hurt that he was always coming and going out of the country before being chained down to the mafia. Even after that, he kept his distance out of necessity. He'd thought of dating someone within the mafia, but most of the men he'd come into contact with were too boorish and unappealing. While he was happy with Kieran, he'd never imagined them actually getting together after that first night.

As they continued their conversation Jakob couldn't help laughing a bit. It all sounded a bit preposterous but he did his best not to make fun too much. After recovering Jakob turned his question to something a bit more serious. He wasn't sure how honest Kieran had been with this former lovers. So he had to wonder if there was anything he should and should not say about their situation. He nodded while Kieran spoke and followed his line of sight towards Abel. His chest rising and falling with the help of the many machines. He wanted to believe that a man like him could survive something like this, but he couldn't say for sure that he was right. "Right. Well, let me put it like this then, would you rather he knew how exactly Abel got like this? Or would you rather tell him a more simplified version, like he got hurt on the job?" Jakob continued, looking back at Kieran. While he was starting to understand the man trusted the man, he wasn't entirely sure to what extent. He preferred to be prepared if they were going to lie.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • Watching Abel, he worried how long he'd be unconscious. There was no exact update on when he'd regain consciousness. He heard Miguel question him as he looked toward him. Kieran shook his head, "Probably just the just, he doesn't need to know everything…I'll just tell him he was attacked in his home but not the real truth of who and why." He replied not wanting to draw Rowyn into something that could cause more issues.

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The sound of phones ringing and paper rustling were the sounds outside his office. He sat going through emails at his desk. Rowyn had been questioned again on the crime report. He was the Lieutenant for the vice squad. Lately he'd been dealing with a lot of notices about heroin overdoses. Rowyn had been tracking a new gang lately.

As he sat there, the sound of a notification on his phone pulled him from staring at his computer screen. Rowyn grabbed it as he slid his unlock screen open and typed in his password. He was surprised by the name crossing his screen. Rowyn hadn't heard from Kirean in a while. He merely thought they were just busy.

Reading the text, he was surprised by it. Rowyn was slightly surprised as there weren't a lot of details; just that Kieran needed help and wanted him to come to the hospital. He agreed, sending a text back. Rowyn shut down his computer for now. He grabbed his keys along with his gun and badge from the top drawer. Rowyn stood attaching his gun and badge to his belt. He stuffed his phone into his pocket as he left his office to head to the elevator to take it to the parking garage.

It didn't take long to get to the hospital. Parking in the parking garage across from the hospital, Rowyn connected to the hospital via a walkway. He took the elevator to the ICU on the fourth floor. Rowyn looked at the numbers of the rooms as he searched for 412. He finally came upon it, almost stopping in his tracks.

Rowyn was surprised to see Kieran hand in hand with an unknown male. He let his mind wonder for a second before catching up with himself. Rowyn let a smile pass his lips as he knocked on the door. "Well, hello!?" He greeted as he stepped into the room. Rowyn saw Abel lying on the bed with tubes running everywhere. Alarm bells rang seeing what he was about to get himself into. "What did the big bad wolf get himself into this time?" He questioned looking toward Kirean and this unknown male though he barely paid him any attention until he would need to.

Kirean looked up as Rowyn knocked on the door. He was glad to see him after all it had been a few months. Kieran could see his curiosity as he crossed the room toward the bed. He released Miguel's hand as Rowyn questioned him. Kieran smiled as Rowyn questioned him about Abel. It was easy to see Abel wasn't a willing patient. He wasn't exactly sure how to explain what happened.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

Staring over at Abel he wondered if he could hear them. If he were awake, would he be happy to have so many people fussing over him? Probably not. While he did believe it was better for him to stay in this unconscious state so that his body might heal faster. He too worried that if he stayed under too long that it might turn into a hopeless situation. Turning his gaze away Jakob questioned Kieran once more. He was still a little unclear on what they would be telling Kieran's friend and wanted to be sure he was at least somewhat prepared before the man came over. Jakob nodded quietly as Kieran explained to him. It wouldn't be a complete lie, but enough of one that it was probably better if Jakob said little to nothing.

Time passed as they waited for Kieran's friend to arrive. They mostly sat quietly, talking in hushed voices. The ICU was mostly quiet. When a knock came at the door, Jakob flinched. The man's booming voice was nearly as loud as his knock. He glanced over towards the stranger before feeling Kieran pull back his hand. Wanting to protest, he looked back at his boyfriend. Kieran was already out of his seat and moving towards the man. Standing up as well, Jakob shuffled a few steps forward while looking him up and down. His first thought was that he was rather handsome. Not as handsome as Kieran, but he certainly good looking. His second thought was one he would ask Kieran later. He couldn't help wondering how long it had been since they were together and was he possibly with him when they last broke up. Saying neither of these things aloud, Jakob moved to stand beside Kieran.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • Kirean hadn't realized he'd hurt Miguel by releasing his hand to stand and greet Rowyn. It had been a while since he'd seen him. He couldn't help but focus on Rowyn. Kirean watched as Rowyn entered. He took in his features. The man was hardly ugly. Rowyn held power about him and beauty. Kieran found him to be alluring.

Watching as he took in Abel, Kieran heard his question. He found it to be amusing but only if Abel hadn't been unconscious. "Hello Rowyn, thank you for coming." Kirean replied, greeting Rowyn as he moved closer toward him. He moved around the bed as he heard Rowyn's next question. It was obvious Abel had come into some trouble.

Rowyn watched as Kieran stood to greet him. He could see the curiosity playing in Kirean's new playthings mind. Rowyn found it amusing. It made him curious but not enough to ask. He smiled at Miguel, "But of course, you called and I came running." Rowyn teased as he stood watching the two before him. He motioned once toward Abel. "Not that I don't miss you Kirean, but why am I here?" Rowyn asked, wanting answers.

Kieran knew Rowyn wasn't thrilled to be involved but he was now. "I need a favor…I need protection for Abel while he's in the hospital…He was attacked last night while I wasn't home." He responded as he gave his need and the smallest of detail. Kieran wasn't lying just not telling the whole truth.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

While he knew that Kieran meant no harm with his actions, it felt a bit as though he were trying to hide their relationship from this stranger. Still, he kept his opinions to himself. After all, he knew it wasn't on purpose. Instead, he took in both his boyfriend and the stranger as they greeted one another. It was then as Kieran spoke that he was able to learn the man's name. He had only himself to blame as he'd forgotten to ask.

Rising from his chair, Jakob came to stand beside Kieran as he listened to the two of them talk. Catching Rowyn's gaze, Jakob smiled politely back at him and offered a small wave of acknowledgement. His smile slipped away as the conversation turned to more pressing matters. The three of them stood around Abel as Kieran gave a paraphrased version of events. It wasn't a complete lie, Abel was attacked and it was at his home. However, he could only hope this man would not be too nosey in figuring out what really happened. While Kieran had nothing to fear, Jakob on the other hand could easily be put away for attempted murder seeing as he was the original person assigned to this job. The thought of that and all his other crimes being found out did not sit well with him. Turning his gaze down to Abel, he watched as the machines continued to work and keep him alive.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • Seeing Kirean's new toy wave at him was amusing. Rowyn didn't let it show on his face. He would much rather tease him longer. Rowyn listened as Kirean explained but not in the full truth he imagined otherwise he wouldn't be here. He nodded at Kirean's request. "And you thought of me?... How benevolent of you." Rowyn teased, smirking at his words. "What do I get in return?" He questioned as his attention turned toward Kirean's toy. Rowyn extended a hand, "Hello mon petit [little one], Rowyn…And you are?" He questioned curiously. Rowyn had no interest in Kirean's toy, at least not in taking.

 

[Pure Acid Dreamer]

Giving Rowyn a small wave was the very least he could do. He wasn't looking to make anymore enemies, especially one with Chicago's finest. For the moment he didn't think too much of him. Though he seemed slightly more interested in playing catch up with Kieran rather than knowing what happened to Abel. Standing beside the male he listened as he spoke in half truths. He briefly smirked while Rowyn teased him. His next line of questioning made him curious. He glanced up towards Kieran, wondering if he knew just what exactly Rowyn would want. From the corner of his eye, he saw moment and saw that Rowyn had extended a hand to him. Jakob resisted the urge to roll his eyes. Only two people in this room were given a pass about his height and this man was not one of them. He didn't want to make trouble for Kieran so he would nice. "Miguel Oliveira." he said, speaking the name he'd once given Kieran. "A pleasure." Reaching out, Jakob offered his hand in turn and casually shook the man's hand. After a moment, he took back his hand, with pleasantries out of the way he would prefer they redirect their attention back to Abel.

 

[xDarkWinterx]

⋮ ۩ ) • • • Rowyn hadn't been indicating Miguel's height. It was merely that he was younger. Even to him, Kirean was a little one even though he was not. Rowyn found Miguel interesting though he found the other had none for him. He listened as Miguel responded as he shook his hand before pulling away.

Kirean stepped between Rowyn and Miguel. "Play nice Rowyn, if you don't want to help then say so." He growled at Rowyn with irritation. Kirean had no time for Rowyn's games.

Rowyn watched as Kieran stepped between Miguel and him. He enjoyed games all the more if they involved Kieran. Rowyn stepped back a little, "Mm, fine..I will put someone on his room." He replied agreeing to help Kirean. However he still wanted something from him.