She kind of sits back at that, surprisingly silent for the woman who always has something to say, quietly regarding her friend across the short distance between them. Lup has a lot of feelings about love. Some complicated, some easy, but all of them felt significant. And so very worth it.
Eventually though, she slides a hand over the table to rest over his, even if it isn't much actual comfort.] Yeah, it probably won't. [Lup's brand of comfort is a little strong. She sticks to honesty, even if it seems harsh.] But you're doing the right thing, telling her. [another quick, thoughtful pause] Maybe this is shitty of me to ask, but do you still-- [her free hand waves, vaguely] Y'know, love her?
I mean. It came up once back home, just casually. This is different, I don't think she's cool with sharing.
[ It's a nice thought, but Drake's being realistic. He's fully expecting to be dumped for this, or at least given an ultimatum he's not willing to meet. He's not giving up his friend. ]
Fair, that's all on her. [Liv had every right to either be down with the 'sharing is caring' path or not fully be on board. It's just a shame that her answer is coming out at odd's with Drakes.] Whatcha gonna do? What's your gut say?
[Maybe gut instinct isn't the best way to straighten out matters of the heart, but it may open up some insight.
The question thrown her way is a little surprising.] What? In love with my best friend? [she snorts. but, considering how private she normally is, Lup shrugs and answers honestly. Seems like Drake could use someone on his side right about now.] Yeah, natch.
My gut's freaking out. It hasn't even been a day yet, maybe I need to let it settle, or just talk to her first and see how bad things really are...
[ He doesn't think he can pick, honestly. And there's another layer of complication that he can't explain to Lup because it would out Liv as a zombie, too. He trusts her, it's just. Bad enough he told Ephemera without clearing it first. ]
I meant having to choose, actually. But that's good to know.
Well, first things first. [the woman summons a floating, spectral hand and gives his glass a little push towards him] You should finish your drink and order another. If there was ever a case to be made against sobriety, it's this. But, uh, I guess just do what feels right, as lame as that sounds.
I don't want to see you hurt, but I've got your back whatever happens.
And same thing, honey. In love with two people at the same time? Yeah, dug myself deep in on that one.
[ Yes, drinking is a good thing right now. He doesn't want to go into the conversation drunk, but it'll probably be awhile anyway. He takes another swallow obediently. ]
There's only one option that won't hurt and I don't see things going that way, honestly.
Which sucks. Epically. But I know you'll pull through. You're pretty resilient for a human. And so is Ephemera. It'll work out somehow.
[how is the big question right now, but whatever happens, these nerds will figure it out]
It's complicated. [understatement of the century] Bar was pretty chill with it, but some shit went down and it's hella off the table now. [Imagine that. Someone upset that their memories were erased. Who knew.
Lup's tone softens a little, because this admission is a very private thing and if Drake repeats it ever, she will appear out of nowhere to strike him down.] I still care about her though.
I just want... If she doesn't go for it and we stay together, how's she ever going to trust me with him? I'm not willing to cut him off. It feels like I've already screwed everything up, and I'm gonna lose one of them no matter what.
[ The alcohol burns in his throat, but he takes another sip as he listens to Lup. She'd been with two people, then, at least for awhile... Drake tries not to imagine a dramatic implosion. Nothing lasts forever, after all. That's still hanging over them, too, and Lup doesn't know... ]
I don't think you ever stop caring about the people you loved, no matter what happens. I'm sorry it didn't work, though.
[Lup's head tips to the side, watching Drake thoughtfully. She's not quite sure what the man means, but she understands how vital trust is to these big, significant relationships.] What, she doesn't trust you to keep your hands off of him? Or do you not trust yourself?
[That's the real question, isn't it?] Cause it'd be pretty shitty of her to want you guys to not be pals for the sake of her own paranoia, no matter how y'all felt about each other.
[It could still work out without Drake losing everything, right?]
Yeah, same. We all kinda... made a lot of mistakes. [Lup's had certainly been the worst of them all, getting lost for so long.] But our sitch is different, don't base your shit on me. We woulda been fine without our whole apocalypse thing going down. Luce put the rest of the world in front of us. Can't blame her for that.
I don't feel like she's the ultimatum type but I also haven't talked to her yet. Maybe I just don't trust myself.
[ It could work out. Maybe. He just doesn't know if he can handle keeping things in this precarious balance long term. Not unless something changes with him and Liv, at least, he's tired of feeling lonely. ]
Romance during an apocalypse sounds like a mess, yeah.
[Lup shrugs. Drake isn't wrong. Not the best time to fall for people.
But the lich lifts a skeletal hand to touch Drake's cheek, barely a brush of chilling energy against his skin, but it's all the physical comfort she can give.] Maybe we're overthinking shit. Talk to your girl. Then, if it isn't the best case scenario, we'll figure it out from there. Your favorite lich has your back on this.
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Well damn.
Drake's much braver than Lup took him for.
She kind of sits back at that, surprisingly silent for the woman who always has something to say, quietly regarding her friend across the short distance between them. Lup has a lot of feelings about love. Some complicated, some easy, but all of them felt significant. And so very worth it.
Eventually though, she slides a hand over the table to rest over his, even if it isn't much actual comfort.] Yeah, it probably won't. [Lup's brand of comfort is a little strong. She sticks to honesty, even if it seems harsh.] But you're doing the right thing, telling her. [another quick, thoughtful pause] Maybe this is shitty of me to ask, but do you still-- [her free hand waves, vaguely] Y'know, love her?
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It's not shitty. Of course I love her. More than I think I can really explain, and being with her here has been amazing. That's what makes this so...
[ He's hesitant to say it's a bad thing, but. Either way he's losing someone. Just like Sweets said. ]
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[ It's a nice thought, but Drake's being realistic. He's fully expecting to be dumped for this, or at least given an ultimatum he's not willing to meet. He's not giving up his friend. ]
You ever been here before, Lup?
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[Maybe gut instinct isn't the best way to straighten out matters of the heart, but it may open up some insight.
The question thrown her way is a little surprising.] What? In love with my best friend? [she snorts. but, considering how private she normally is, Lup shrugs and answers honestly. Seems like Drake could use someone on his side right about now.] Yeah, natch.
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[ He doesn't think he can pick, honestly. And there's another layer of complication that he can't explain to Lup because it would out Liv as a zombie, too. He trusts her, it's just. Bad enough he told Ephemera without clearing it first. ]
I meant having to choose, actually. But that's good to know.
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I don't want to see you hurt, but I've got your back whatever happens.
And same thing, honey. In love with two people at the same time? Yeah, dug myself deep in on that one.
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There's only one option that won't hurt and I don't see things going that way, honestly.
Did you have to pick?
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[how is the big question right now, but whatever happens, these nerds will figure it out]
It's complicated. [understatement of the century] Bar was pretty chill with it, but some shit went down and it's hella off the table now. [Imagine that. Someone upset that their memories were erased. Who knew.
Lup's tone softens a little, because this admission is a very private thing and if Drake repeats it ever, she will appear out of nowhere to strike him down.] I still care about her though.
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[ The alcohol burns in his throat, but he takes another sip as he listens to Lup. She'd been with two people, then, at least for awhile... Drake tries not to imagine a dramatic implosion. Nothing lasts forever, after all. That's still hanging over them, too, and Lup doesn't know... ]
I don't think you ever stop caring about the people you loved, no matter what happens. I'm sorry it didn't work, though.
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[That's the real question, isn't it?] Cause it'd be pretty shitty of her to want you guys to not be pals for the sake of her own paranoia, no matter how y'all felt about each other.
[It could still work out without Drake losing everything, right?]
Yeah, same. We all kinda... made a lot of mistakes. [Lup's had certainly been the worst of them all, getting lost for so long.] But our sitch is different, don't base your shit on me. We woulda been fine without our whole apocalypse thing going down. Luce put the rest of the world in front of us. Can't blame her for that.
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[ It could work out. Maybe. He just doesn't know if he can handle keeping things in this precarious balance long term. Not unless something changes with him and Liv, at least, he's tired of feeling lonely. ]
Romance during an apocalypse sounds like a mess, yeah.
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But the lich lifts a skeletal hand to touch Drake's cheek, barely a brush of chilling energy against his skin, but it's all the physical comfort she can give.] Maybe we're overthinking shit. Talk to your girl. Then, if it isn't the best case scenario, we'll figure it out from there. Your favorite lich has your back on this.
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Okay. I'll keep you posted.
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[ He leans back in his seat, taking another drink. ]
Okay. Tell me about something good happening.
[ They can just hang out here for awhile longer. Chill. ]
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Holy shit, did I tell you? My brother has a boyfriend and the guy is fucking terrified of me...
[Lup will stay out with Drake as long as he needs a friend, happy to distract him with tales of her weird family.]