Under Darkness [AU]

[Carver Amell]

"Both? Both. Though actually, if you could just do the talking and I'd nod a lot and look thoughtful.."

[Tethras Clan]

Zevran gives Carver a chiding look. "Would you also like me to be the one that kisses him?" he asks, then holds up a hand. "Maybe not answer that. Or... possibly do, depending on how adventurous you're feeling."

[Carver Amell]

"You think--" He swallows. "I have no idea if kissing him would be a good idea."

[Tethras Clan]

"...him in particular or... any man?" Zevran asks carefully. "An idea to consider- if part of your reluctance is that you are worried about ruining things with your friend should it not... suit you, I could... give you a few names of people in town," he finishes with a clear change of direction.

[Carver Amell]

Carver groans. "Hells. Maybe I should. Maybe I shouldn't talk to him until I'm really sure I can do this with a guy and not..."

[Tethras Clan]

"Well, you can't just expect him to wait for you all day," Zevran points out. "You need to tell him something soon, as in within the hour at most. Even if that's just that you're confused and need time to sort out your feelings."

[Carver Amell]

"That, that sounds like a good plan," he admits. 

[Tethras Clan]

Zevran nods a little. "Alright. Shall we head to your cabin? I'm sure Andy is... getting rather distraught."

[Carver Amell]

"Yes, let's." 

[Tethras Clan]

A short time later, the pair arrive at that cottage, where they see Andy listlessly throwing a stick for a supportive- but pleased to play- Hunter. "Remember, be clear, be honest and above all, keep in mind this is your best friend before anything else," Zevran murmurs.

[Carver Amell]

Carver nods, moving more rapidly toward Andy. Here goes nothing. He clears his throat, remembering that his footfalls don't make much noise in the woods anymore. "Hey."

[Tethras Clan]

Andy jolts, then tenses. Pointedly not looking at Carver, he says tersely, "hey." And then wings the stick with more than a little anger, much to Hunter's simple delight at the extra far run this requires.

[Carver Amell]

Well, fuck. "Sorry. I'll go." 

[Tethras Clan]

Zevran jabs in in the back quickly.

The tiefling snorts, still not looking at him. "Going to order Hunter to keep me here this time too?"

[Carver Amell]

"No," he grumbles. "I'll take him with me. He hated the inn, but he'll cope."