seitoshinosukima:

hanakotobawakodoku:

Eric glanced toward a few passing juniors, then glanced back at him. This wasn’t the place to have this conversation. But if he knew Alan well enough, he was sure that trying to put an end to it would only distress him further. Or so he thought. “… I’m no’ askin’ tae go tae bed. If yer goin’, then fine — ‘m goin’ as well. An’ dinnae bother arguin’ now. I already go’ the okay.” 

“Wh—…?!” It took every ounce of willpower in Alan’s body to keep from retaliating too loudly. The last thing he needed was to call unnecessary attention to himself and Eric both. However, it was clear in his expression and his tone that he was frustrated. Resting his hands on the edge of his desk, he heaved a defeated sigh. “… Fine… but you’re going to have to let me work on my own eventually.”

“Good man.” Eric reached out to clasp his shoulder, and despite his jovial tone sternness gleamed in his eyes. He wouldn’t be backing down. “Jus’ c'mon an’ find me when yer ready tae ge’ goin’.”  It was just barely beyond noon. They’d need to leave within the hour for sure.