Who: Adrian Battye and Jackson London When: December 21, afternoon into evening Where: London house What: Some cute fluff Rating/Warnings: gender-matched kissing and snuggles Status: Closed/Complete
It had been Adrian's first time seeing Mr. and Mrs. London since he'd begun kissing (etc) their son. He'd communicated with them via owl when Jackson had been away from their home, but not since Jackson had reinitiated contact. They had been as sweet and welcoming as he remembered. But Adrian was still a little relieved when he and Jackson got a little time alone.
"It is nice to see you with your parents again," Adrian offered gently, touching Jackson's arm.
Jackson typically hated apparating, but being home was worth it. Seeing his parents again was worth it. And bringing Adrian was even more worth it. They'd had lunch, which was good, and some time to hang out and talk. He was subtle about the changed relationship - not a change that he was bragging about. Just a hint of extra. His hand on Adrian’s knee, a small glance here and there. Enough that his parents figured it out, but not enough that they would ask.
When they got to Jackson’s room after some time with his family and Adrian spoke, he smiled. “It's good to be back here, honestly.” He had missed it more than he thought.
"It is nice to see you home again," Adrian had been hyper-aware of every casual touch between Jackson and himself. But Jackson's parents seemed happy to have them both there for a visit. "They are glad to have you here." He wondered - worried - a little about the relationship he had with their son though, knowing Jackson's family was religious.
Jackson was well aware- unlike Adrian- that his sexuality was not an issue. He had discussed it often with his parents when he was a bit younger, worried that he was sinning every time he looked at someone his own gender. He had been reassured that God didn't make mistakes, and that as long as he was happy, they would be as well. “They're glad to see you too. It's been awhile since they have, I think.”
Since soon after the funeral, but Adrian didn't say that. "It felt questionable enough to write them behind your back," Adrian admitted that. "But it is nice to see them. They are good people." He did like Jackson's family - it was part of why he'd kept up communication with them while Jackson was working out his issues.
Jackson nodded. He appreciated that Adrian had taken it on himself to make sure his parents knew he was alive and safe. Honestly, he didn't know how well he would have survived without the other boy. They had always been close, and he had a place to stay because Adrian cared for him, even if he had wandered a lot in the meanwhile. “It means a lot. Everything you do.” Because this was a simpler way to express that he loved Adrian, a measurable one the other boy could believe in.
Adrian wrapped his arms around Jackson's waist. They were alone after all. He could be a little more overt without offending the Londons. "Everything?" Adrian asked, voice teasing. He didn't want to get too serious on Jackson when he was still acclimating to his family again.
Jackson noted the teasing and a smirk curved his lips. “Everything.” Because being with his friend just made him happy. No matter what, it seemed like Adrian would be there. It was something he counted on as valuable. The pair of them had each other even if they had nothing else. He kissed Adrian’s nose teasingly, smirk still on his lips as he looked into the other’s eyes.
Jackson had beautiful eyes. Adrian shifted closer, watching them. He didn't believe Jackson in this, but knew what he meant at the same time. Jackson was a Gryffindor. He couldn't help sounding romantic and chivalrous. "What are the plans now?" It was afternoon, they had time for… whatever it was Jackson wanted to do at home.
“I'm up for whatever. We have some time.” This assertion was followed by a light kiss on Adrian’s neck, and then one arm pulling him closer. He liked having Adrian close to him. It just felt good, the shared warmth of their bodies together.
If Jackson was going to keep placing light kisses on him, then what they were going to be doing would be decided. But Adrian at least wanted to give Jackson the option for other activities… "Your home…" Adrian pointed out even if he was leaning into Jackson's body and shifting to allow him access. And since Jackson had broken the eye contact to kiss at Adrian's neck… it wasn't much to shift his head to access Jackson's ear.
Jackson practically purred at the contact to his ear - quietly, of course. It was a bit different here than it was at Adrian’s after all. Even if his parents were accepting, it didn't mean they wanted to hear what was going on in their son’s room- whereas with Narissa as a sister, it was hard to imagine Adrian’s parents would be bothered by anything. He trailed one hand down his lover’s side and smiled, his other arm still holding him close.
It was different too at Adrian's home since they were so often surrounded by artists and other very open sorts. He wasn't sure either what kinds of thing either of them were comfortable doing in Jackson's house. They'd first hooked up in his house so it was rather normal for them. They probably shouldn't do more than kissing here… out of respect for Jackson's family. Adrian had after all noticed the more subdued response to the kiss on Jackson's ear. "Is there anything in town you need to do or see?" This was his hometown after all.
Jackson shook his head. “Everyone I want to see is here.” Because Rosie he saw at school regularly. He just wanted to be with Adrian and at home for a bit, to enjoy things for now. Later he would worry about other things. For now he just wanted to be with Adrian.
Adrian smiled a little at Jackson's words. It didn't change his thoughts about how far they should go, and that was challenging in and of itself since they weren't exactly the most restrained in general. "Shouldn't muss you hair too much though." Or other things.
“Come on. Let's lay on the bed and just kiss a bit. Kissing is okay.” Because it was clothed and wouldn't mess either of them up too badly. He led Adrian to the bed, easing him down onto it and laying by his side. After a moment of just examining his lover he smiled, pulling him close and gently brushing his lips with the other boy’s, before capturing them more firmly.
Adrian had his doubts about laying on the bed and kissing - not about whether or not he wanted to kiss Jackson, but about Jackson's ability to keep it just to kissing, especially if they were on his bed. He wasn't going to argue with Jackson though. Not when Jackson was looking at him like that, and his hand was brushing against Adrian's side. He'd try though, and cupped his lover's face as they kissed.
Jackson figured he could keep it mostly clean until after bedtime. When his parents were asleep it would be easier to get away with more as long as they were quiet. He trailed kisses over Adrian’s cheeks and the rest of his face, finally again recapturing his lips and holding him close. He liked kissing, almost as much as other things. It felt good, just being close.
Adrian liked kissing too, but it seemed like it was usually a start not an end. It might be a reflection of how they started, or of Adrian's previous experiences. But Jackson was right that it was good just to be close although it was tempting to move to Jackson's ear or other parts… Tempting to press close, or touch. He carefully kept his hand above Jackson's shoulders to keep it more innocent.
Jackson was much better with restraint, honestly. For all that he was impulsive, he treasured Adrian as more than just someone to mess around with, and so kissing was fine as an endgame for some times they were together. He ran his hands through Adrian’s hair and smiled against the other’s lips, enjoying the feel and taste of his lover.
Adrian was actually less restrained with Jackson. If he'd been able to it was likely they wouldn't be kissing each other today, as Adrian wouldn't have failed (again) to show his desire for Jackson. Still so long as Jackson didn't touch him in the more sensitive places, he would follow Jackson's lead in this. And he would enjoy whatever they did.