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Life's a Gas; You'll get the pun in the end >:)
Topic Started: Apr 15 2014, 09:36 PM (3,351 Views)
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*They hurtle around another corner faster than is strictly necessary, and Gene flicks the ash from the tip of his cigarette out of the open window. Their destination isn't far, but while it's sunny outside Gene's going to make the most of it. It's never much fun when they have to go under the foundations of a building, or down a sewer or into some underground shithole. And since that's where they're headed right now, Sam'll have to put up with the open windows and the overenthusiastic rev of the engine.*

*shouts over the roar of the wind* You know, it's just plain bloody rude. We get what, three days of sun a year in this fair city, and because of some ruddy sewer rat scumbags we're destined to spend one of those days underground and up to our ankles in crap.
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*Gene's about to take an experimental sip when he also hears the footsteps approaching. Quick as a flash he extends his arm and plops the warm tea onto the bedside table. He doesn't want to be caught with it if he's not supposed to have it - not that Gene'd usually care about breaking the rules, but he needs to be discharged, dammit! He'll sacrifice any number of cups of tea to be able to piss off out of here!*

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*Sam raises an eyebrow at Gene's quick motion, and a grin forms on his face - not as brave as Gene pretended to be...!

And then there's a sharp knock to the door, followed by the door itself opening. The doctor from yesterday enters, immediately raising his eyebrows at Sam's presence.

"When did you get in then?" Strangely, he sounds intrigued rather than irritated, which gives Sam (who has straightened up in his seat) some hope.*

Er, just a minute ago.

*The doctor nods... though in a "you don't say" sort of way. However, he then turns his attention to Gene, apparently not noticing the cup of steaming tea by the side of his bed. "How're you feeling this morning then, Mr Hunt?"*
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*Gene lets Sam handle the questions about his timings, and it seems to be a good move. The doctor doesn't try to kick Sam out again anyway.*

*tries to put as much strength into his damaged voice as he can*

Yeah, super duper. Ready to get out of 'ere actually, so if you could... *raises his arm, jiggling the IV line at the doctor expectantly*
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*The doctor seems entirely unimpressed by Gene's display of energy. "Mmh. Not so fast."

Behind him, a nurse enters the room.

"We need to conduct a thorough check-up to determine whether you really are ready to leave already." The doctor glances at Sam, who takes that as his cues to get up from his chair and step back from the bed, giving the doctor the space he needs.

What follows is a mix of Gene being asked very detailed question about how his chest, throat and head feel, along with a lengthy look down Gene's throat, very close listening to what his breathing sounds like, and a very thorough check of Gene's responsiveness and bodily functions.

A good 20 minutes later, Sam is well and truly prepared to have to jump in and physically keep Gene from strangling the doctor. This can't have been easy to endure...!

The doctor himself is now studying the results of the check-up on his clipboard, remaining silent.*
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*Gene can feel his stress levels mounting and mounting as the laborious and rather unnecessary (to Gene's mind anyway) inspection drags on. He doesn't see how his blood pressure or heart rate have anything to do with his sore throat, and any recovering he still has to do, he can just as easily do it at home.

And as the doctor continues with his stubborn silence as he checks his noteboard, Gene can't contain himself any more. He's been very well behaved so far...!*

So, you gonna stand there like a lemon, or are you planning on telling us what's going on any time soon??
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*Unperturbed, the doctor finishes reading through the sheet on his clipboard, before lowering it to his side.

"Well, it does seem like you are ready to go home, Mr Hunt. However - there are a few things you need to know."

He proceeds to explain that Gene is under no circumstance to overexert himself. Moving around is good - to help his circulation flush out the last of the toxins - but getting out of breath is a no-no. Furthermore, to treat his bruised throat, he is to consume primarily fluid and cool things - cold soup, cold water, ice cream...

"It is of course up to you when you start to consume actual solid food again, but I would be careful if I were you. You will probably still taste blood from time to time, and the more careful you are the better your throat will heal up."

Then, he hands Gene a prescription for dealing with possible chest pains - some cough drops too - while the nurse finally moves in to disconnect the IV-line from Gene's arm. Sam almost gives a relieved little sigh at that - about time too....*
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*the news that he shouldn't consume anything hot or solid for a while is a real downer - that means no chip butties, no curry, no roasts...! And the thought of cold soup makes him want to gag. He only knows one cold soup, and gazpacho sounds far too foreign and poncey for him to touch. He bets it's French.

But the news that he's free to go makes up for it. He just needs this needle to come out of his arm. This needle that's... In his... And needs to be... Pulled out....
Oh bugger.

Gene turns his head a little, very determinedly NOT looking at his arm as the nurse starts her work*

Yeah, yeah, yeah... S'all common sense. I do 'ave a brain, funnily enough.
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*His eyes on Gene, Sam thinks he notices how the colour drains from his partner's face as the nurse leans over his arm, starting to unhook the IV-line. It makes him frown slightly - is that...?

The doctor, in the meantime, doesn't miss a beat. "I hardly noticed, what with that cup of tea there. At any rate, you're officially discharged. Congratulations, Mr Hunt." He looks at Sam, then back at Gene. "Any questions?"

While the doctor speaks, the nurse manages to carefully detach the needle from Gene's arm. It seems that she as well has noticed his discomfort, and as a result has tried to take care so that it doesn't become any worse for him.

"There you go, sir," she finally says, patting Gene's arm. "Wasn't all that bad now, was it."*
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*Gene keeps looking away as the needle slides out of his skin, managing to keep his reaction to an uncomfortable grimace. He ignores the nurse's comment, however kind it was. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't exactly nice either.

Instead, he concentrates on the doctor's question, as he's the key to getting out of here*

No, m'sure I'll survive. *casts a brief mournful glance at the cup of tea he'll no longer be able to drink* Just.
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*The doctor nods. "I'd say so. If you could clear the room within the next hour then, please... Good day to you."

And with that, both the doctor and the nurse retreat, leaving San and Gene alone again.

Sam exhales explosively.* Well, that was... over quickly. He moves a little, and his neck gives a complementary crack.* Aahhh...
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*Gene heard the crack in Sam's neck, but doesn't address it yet, instead using his energy to try and clamber out of bed. His shirt and trousers should be around somewhere, and he's not shy of Sam seeing his bare arse should the hospital gown ride up*

Not nearly enough! You seen my kecks?
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*Seeing as Gene is trying to get out of bed, Sam reaches out quickly to try and help him as much as he can.*

Yeah, hang on-- *After ensuring that Gene isn't going to topple back over again, Sam kneels down to pull the bag he brought the day before out from under the bed.* I brought you a change of clothes...

*Sam zips the bag open, and after a bit of rummaging drops a bundle next to Gene - pants, socks, trousers, vest, and shirt. He couldn't have Gene running around with those soiled clothes from the sewers....!*
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*aha! Perfect!*

Oh, cheers. My other ones must stink to high heaven.

*pushes himself to his feet and begins yanking his pants up under the gown. At least now the ol'boys aren't flapping free in the wind!*

Tell me my tie survived...?
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*raises an eyebrow at Gene's choice of words, but there's a smile playing around his lips.*

It did, yeah. *he nods over to a pile of more or less neatly folded clothes - those are Gene's from yesterday, and the tie is on top of it.* Your coat's at the station I assume - one of the smugglers was wearin' it when we arrested them.
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*Pulls his trousers up and then shrugs out of the hospital gown, dropping it on the floor unceremoniously* Well it better be waiting for me, an' stink free.

Bastard had taste, I'll give 'im that.

*yanks his vest on*
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*snorts*

And guts. Or 'e was exceedingly stupid. Either way, I doubt forensics will 'ave taken the time to give it a wash.

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Bastards. Suppose that's your job now, then. *gives Sam a cheeky look and throws his tie over the back of his neck, the ends hanging loosely down by his own shirt. That's enough time dressing apparently, as Gene slips on his shoes. Time to bugger off! And luckily apart from a few aches and pains and sore lungs, Gene doesn't feel too bad. Able to walk out, anyway. He might wheeze a bit and cough every now and then, but all in all he's not too bad at all*

*in a rough voice* Alright. Mush!
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*snorts out a chuckle again - You wish! (Though I'll probably do it anyway if need be, knowing myself) - and shrugs into his own jacket as well as Gene slips into his shoes.

However-*

Hang on... *steps up in front of Gene, forcing him to stop in his tracks, and tugs at the lose ends of his tie. With a few deft motions, Sam fastens it into a proper knot, patting his partner's chest once he's done.*

'Ave some dignity, Guv. *Despite his words, there is a playful glint in Sam's eyes*
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*Gene blinks down past his nose as Sam's quick hands make light work of the tie hanging around his neck. That Sam'd stop him and fix it for him - it makes Gene feel a rush of affection. And when he hears Sam's words he can't help a happy snort*

You should know, dignity's my middle name.

*leans forward to give Sam a quick peck on the lips and then takes a step forward again, intent on getting out of this place*
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*anticipating Gene's movements, Sam gives that kiss straight back*

Don't I know it.

*As Gene steps towards the door, Sam picks up the bag and moves over to drop Gene's remaining clothes and the book he'd been reading the day before into it. One last glance at the room, to make sure that there's none of their belonings left here - and then Sam's by the door, holding it open for Gene.*

Off we are, then!
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*Takes Sam's lead and marches through the door with all his usual bravado and confidence.

A little ways down the corridor though, he begins to feel that old unwelcome strain in his chest - the rawness up his throat as he breathes deeper to keep up with his exaggetared motions. He coughs into his sleeve and slows a little, the realisation that he's not completely back to normal knocking a little of his bravado away*

Ahh, bugger.
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*Actually, the way Gene moves just the way he always does - it surprises Sam, and it seems a bit... that can't go well...

... and indeed, it doesn't. Gene had taken the lead, but now Sam catches up with him, putting a hand on his partner's back.*

Christ, take it easy...!
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*Coughs again, wiping his mouth with his sleeve. Seems a slightly more reserved exit is in order, then. He sighs, trying not to dislodge anything in his chest. He's thought it was over. He'd thought his lungs has sorted themselves out! But then, maybe that was optimistic.*

Yeah, yeah... Looks like I've got no choice.

*carries on, but slower this time. After the coughs his throat feels hot and raw again... Sam better have ice cream waiting for him at home....!*
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*Oh thank God, Gene is actually listening to his body for once, walking slower than before... Sam matches his pace, his hand dropping away from Gene's back - but he's there in case Gene needs him!

Still, despite their slower pace, the two reach the exit fairly quickly. Sam points over to the parking lot* Look, we're over there. Closest I could manage. *He's feeling an odd itch in his throat too, but for now, it doesn't really prevent him from speaking of breathing properly, so he doesn't pay it too much attention.*
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*walking at this slower pace doesn't really agree with Gene and the strides his long legs are used to taking, but he forces himself to continue. And the sight of the car is a relief. Walking isn't actually too much of a struggle, but the longer he continues, the harder his lungs and throat have to work*

Fandabbydosey. You drive. *he just needs to catch his breath....
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'course.

*Now that they're outside, Sam can't help but put his hand on Gene's back again... Pretence be damned, Gene needs his support, Sam is sure of it.

And concentrating on Gene helps Sam ignore just how uncomfortably stiff his neck and shoulders are. Driving won't do them a favour... but he can't let Gene drive, especially with the latter explicitly asking him to take the wheel!

Once they've reached the Cortina, Sam opens the door for Gene before quickly stowing away the bag and folding himself into the driver's seat, managing to suppress a grimace. This doesn't bode well....*
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*Gene slides into the passenger side with a cough, stifling it against his sleeve. He feels tired again, and sore. Looks like he really will need to rest up a bit before he's back to normal.

He watches Sam grimace as he gets into the car too, raising a sympathetic eyebrow*

If you're not up to it I can do it.
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*glances over at Gene, then shakes his head.*

No, you're alright. That cough of yours could distract you... Besides, it's not too far anyway. There's nothin' we need from the shops, so...

*starts up the engine and carefully maneuvres the Cortina out of its parking space, doing his best to twist in his seat to get a good view of everything. And by some miracle, he manages a smooth enough turn, and then they're off, driving away from the hospital.*
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*reassured, Gene leans back and concentrates on keeping his breathing just that little bit shallower than usual*

Oh, so you've already got the snacks in, then?
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*can't help a little grin*

Yep. Everythin' we need is at 'ome. Except...

*Except for that one thing... but Sam is fairly sure that with his back the way it is, he wouldn't be able to... really do much...... and Gene isn't supposed to do anything that'll get him out of breath either..........

So he's settled on giving himself a bit of time to get all the necessary things for that - till the next day, for example. Or the day after. But it will happen.*

... except, I didn't know which ice cream flavour you like best. *gives Gene a little glance* So, soon as you care to enlighten me...
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*looks at Sam, his head snapping round like he'd been possessed by the exorcist*

Wait, y'mean we don't have ice cream yet?? You already know my favourite flavour! Ice cream. Ice cream is my favourite flavour!

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Alright alright, calm down! 's not like I 'ad a chance to go all out on shopping! Didn't want to leave you alone for too long last night...

*Christ, if he'd known Gene would react like this...! Bloody typical.*

...'sides, I thought we could stop off at that one place you like so much. Get some fresh off the counter.

*Again, Sam glances at Gene, to see what sort of reaction this will get him.*
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*Gene swallows convulsively after his outburst, his throat throbbing again with the burning acidic tang left over in his chest.

He's about to go into a full-on grump when he catches Sam's words though.

*raises an eyebrow, trying not to wince as he talks*

..... I'm listening....?
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*Oh phew.*

You know, that little shop I showed you a while ago? Let's take a little detour and get a proper bowl. Whipped cream, chocolate sauce an' all.

*If that doesn't placate Gene...*
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*Yes! Yes that's all he wants! Ice cream - something cold and chilling to calm the fire in his throat...!

Trying to appear casual still, Gene nods and looks forward again*

Drive on then, skipper.
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*can't help a grin - mission success!*

Straight away, guv.

*He turns away from the main road, and then it takes them only a few minutes before Sam stops the car in front of a tiny shop. This time of the day there's hardly any people around, and the shop has only just opened too - but that won't stop them. Besides, the owner knows Sam by now, and he's always happy to see one of his best customers!

Sam kills the engine before turning to Gene.*

I'll just go get that quickly then, shall I. Any special wishes?
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Yeah. Get enough to feed an elephant.

*Gene looks at Sam with a happy spark in his eyes. At this point he really doesn't care what flavour he gets - just as long as it's cold and wet!*
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*Sam snorts out a laugh, nodding*

Aye aye. Won't be a minute.

*Sam gets out of the Cortina and disappears into the little shop - and indeed, the owner (old, small Italian) greets him warmly. Sam quickly explains the situation, asking for something slightly different than what he'd usually be selling here. But that turns out not to be a problem, and so Sam steps out of the shop just a few minutes later, a plastic bag in one hand, and a large cardboard bowl in the other.

He opens Gene's side of the door first, balancing the bowl down to Gene's level for him to take it off Sam*

'Ere you go, then!

*And the contents of the bowl are magnificent. Five large scoops (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, coffee, and more chocolate), topped with whipped cream, chocolate sauce all over them, and generously decorated with ice cream wafers. Plus a small plastic spoon, sticking out of one of the scoops. If that doesn't satisfy Gene...*
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*Well. Gene was expecting something good, but this is extravagant! And he LOVES it!*

Jesus Christ, Tyler! Was expecting a cone or summat. This looks like a piece of art!

*accepts it with grabby hands, cradling the bowl to his chest immediately. He can feel the chill coming off of it from here, and God... His throat is screaming for it. I Sam, you did GOOD.

Gene's desperate to start tucking in already, but he stops himself and looks back at Sam, curious* You not havin' one?
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*Sam gives Gene a big grin - and once again, mission success! And it is so good to see Gene brighten up like this...*

Wanted to make sure you like this first. *his grin widens a little* Go on then, tuck in. I'll be back with mine in a tick.

*And indeed, it takes Sam considerably less time to finally sit down in the driver's seat, having gotten himself a cone with two scoops of vanilla and lemon. He glances over at Gene, and his massive bowl of ice cream - and his mind races ahead, to what he's planned for later...

Sam busies himself with his own cone very quickly, taking special care not to let any of the precious cold stuff drip into his lap or, God forbid, onto the seat. He can't drive like this, of course - but he'll be done quickly and besides, they're parked in the shade of a tree, so the temperature in the car is fairly agreeable.*
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*Gene doesn't need any more invitation than that! Letting Sam go deal with his own ice cream (but still curious about what's in the bag), he picks up the spoon and immediately starts wolfing down the first scoop. And oh god, the sensation as it slides down his throat- it's like an annoying itch being scratched. The hot, raw feeling is washed away in a sea of icy smoothness, and as the first bite goes down Gene finds himself sighing in relief.

He looks up as Sam gets in the car, and--!

Oh. So now Gene gets to calm the fire in his throat, eat a bucket of ice cream and watch Sam lick his way to the bottom of an ice cream cone? If he hadn't had to suffer through that night in hospital he'd probably think he'd died and gone to heaven.

Happily, Gene slurps up another spoonful and lets out a rather obscene groan from low in his throat.*

I've gotta say, this was worth the wait. Y'did good, Dorothy.
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*Sam very nearly misses Gene's words, his mind taking a little tumble at the groan Gene gives, and he freezes for one moment. Christ, but if Gene keeps this up...

With some difficulty, Sam looks over at him, doing his best to look nonchalant*

... glad to hear it. *And, to top off the impression, he gives his own portion of ice cream a good lick, savouring the cool on his tongue. It's doing a treat to keep him distracted from his groin, at any rate...*
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*Grins widely as he continues spooning the ice cream up like it's about to disappear any minute. At first it was just the coolness that he was after - something to help make his throat feel a little more intact again. But now that the relief's there, he can appreciate the flavours properly. And Sam made some very good choices.*

Mmmmm.....

*slurps his lips appreciatively, then looks back at the bag Sam was carrying, curious*

What's in the bag?
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Mh? Oh.

*swallows down some ice cream*

You'll see. *grins at Gene somwhat wolfishly, the prospect of what is yet to come making him slightly... reckless.*
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*slows his chewing to a halt, flummoxed all of a sudden*

Oh?

*leans over a little, trying to get a look inside the bag*

.... What, you sculpted some ice cream into a pair of tits or summat...?
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*rolls his eyes with a little snort*

Like that would really do it for you.

*No luck, Gene - whatever is in the bag is wrapped tightly in tinfoil, to keep it from melting, apparently. It's a fairly big, box-like shape, though, so that might be a clue!

And to prove his point, Sam gives his ice cream a particularly languid lick.*
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*Gene blinks at the lick Sam gives the ice cream, mind whirring still*

.......... An ice cream john thomas?
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*snorts out a laugh*

Inspired - but no.

*Not yet, anyway....! With that thought in mind, Sam keeps working on his cone, quickly reducing it to about half its original size. He doesn't want any of the ice cream to melt, after all!*
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*narrows his eyes at Sam suspiciously, but keeps the amused smile on his face*

Fine. You can act like Little Miss Sneaky if y'want. I'll find out eventually.

*heaps a large spoonful into his mouth - the cold temperature's even making it easier to talk, now. And if Sam listens carefully, he might notice a very slight improvement in Gene's voice - a little less gravelly then before*
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*Sam does notice the improvement to Gene's voice indeed - and that nearly is the best reward he could get for his troubles. And so, feeling rather satisfied and happy with himself, he grins at Gene.*

I know you will. You're meant to. *taps his nose once* Soon.
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*huffs a small laugh that would have triggered a cough had it not been for the numbing effects of the ice cream*

You're mysterious enough already, even without this! *nods at the bag*

But then you do always like to keep me on me toes, eh! *licks the back of his spoon slowly, eyes always on Sam*
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*takes a crunching bite out of his cone before answering, looking very pleased with himself - and, indeed, with the sight of Gene licking his spoon as slowly as he does. Again Sam has to keep his imagination from running wild....!*

Well, someone 'as to. You'd get lazy if I didn't.
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Lazy!? I'm a stellar example of athletic fitness thank you very much!

*gobbles down another huge spoonful*
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*Sam's only reply to that is a lengthy, meaningful look at Gene's podge, before he turns his attentions back to his now steadily shrinking cone of ice cream. One last bite, and it's gone. Satisfied for now, Sam quickly cleans his hands, then starts up the engine.*

Ready to go home, then?
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*slurps appreciatively, feeling a lot less sore now*

Yeah, go on then. You gonna show me what's in the box when we get there?
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Will you be patient for once! *However, a smile is tugging at the corner of Sam's mouth as he says it* You'll see what it is soon enough.
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*huffs, but good naturedly*

Secretive bastard .

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*glances over at Gene, an eyebrows raised along with his smile*

Admit it - you love it.

*They hadn't been very far away from Gene's home when Sam took the detour - and actually, now they are even closer, with just a bit of going round corners carefully and navigating his way through narrow streets.

A few minutes later, Sam pulls up in front of Gene's house, killing the engine.*

There we are, then!
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*Gene continues to spoon his way through the mound of ice cream in front of him as Sam drives, keeping the burn in his throat a steady level of cool. He's so engrossed in it and revelling so much in the relief that he doesn't even really notice Sam pulling up in front of his house.*

Oh, that was fast. *scrapes up the melted dregs left in the bowl, slurping them up with an obscene noise*

Well done.
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*glances at the now near empty bowl in Gene's lap*

That was fast too. Hope you didn't give yourself a tummy ache there...

*Still, at Gene's compliment, Sam can't help but give a little smile*

Glad it met your expectations... Guv.

*With this, he gets out of the car, quickly grabbing the plastic bag. He needs to get this to the freezer...* You take your time, I'm just getting this inside!

*And he's off already, leaving the driver's door slightly ajar (still needs to get Gene's own bag after all), quickly jumping up the steps of the porch and unlocking the door, leaving that open as well - just in case Gene is fast enough to actually catch up with Sam. He's in a hurry for a reason - Sam wants to keep Gene from taking a peek at the contents of the bag!*
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*It takes Gene a moment to realise that Sam's running off with the mysterious bag, and he does a double take as he watches him go*

Oi!

*He's so curious to know what Sam's upto, and he's not about to let Sam run off and be secretive again. So he opens the door and swings his legs out, pushing himself up and closing the door behind him. A few seconds later he's hurrying towards the house. A few seconds later still he's wheezing and leaning against the door frame*

*coughs* Bollocks.
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*Sam sticks his head out of the kitchen just as he hears Gene's wheezing, alarm bells going off inside his head - and godammit, he should've known...*

That wasn't an invitiation to run a marathon...!

*He's by Gene's side within a moment, hand on his back, the other 'round Gene's arm to help him straighten up and to the lounge*

You just can't take any good advice, can you...
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*Beginning to recover already, Gene clears his throat and lets Sam lead him through into the lounge. His throat's feeling so much better that he'd forgotten for a moment about his lungs...*

Y'should be happy... I'm enthusiastic!

*perches on the arm of the sofa as soon as they make it in, holding up a reassuring hand to Sam and shaking his head*

M'fine, m'fine... Just got a bit too... sprinty!
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I don't want your enthusiasm to kill you, you know!

*Still, Sam doesn't sound cross - to the contrary, once Gene's sitting down, he presses a quick kiss to his forehead.*

Take it easy, eh. The more you rest up now, the sooner you'll learn what that box is all about.
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*pouts in Sam's direction, his bottom lip sticking out like a sulky child, though the kiss to the forehead goes some way towards making him feel better about it*

Me throat feels better already. Thought me chest'd done the same.
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Mmh.

*Sam can't help it, he reaches out and strokes through Gene's hair, playfully ruffling it.*

Well, be careful from now on. I've got nice things planned for later, and the doctor said you're not supposed to get out of breath... So you better save your energy.
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*Closes his eyes as Sam ruffles his hair, enjoying the playful contact*

*Suddenly rather aware that Sam might take longer to reveal what these 'nice things' are if he looks like he's going to get breathless - so he straightens up a little and clears his throat. Business pose!*

Oh, I have bundles! *meaningful look*
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*Sam gives a short, properly amused laugh at this*

I bet you do! An' you'll need all of it, believe you me.

*He leans down then, his hand still on top of Gene's head, and gives him a gentle kiss to his lips. If Gene knew of Sam's plans... He can't wait to reveal them to his partner. Really... can't.... wait....!

... and then, Sam has to mentally distract himself from all the images flooding in, making his trousers suddenly become somewhat uncomfortably tight. Christ, he's on a bit of a short fuse today, isn't he...!*
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*So still no reveal? Dammit!*

Good!

*doesn't pick up on Sam's trouser problem yet, instead jerking his head over to the kitchen in a teasing manner*

You gonna get me a drink or what, then?
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*Sam blinks with surprise, but then snorts*

'course your Highness.

*One last pat to Gene's head, and Sam is off to the kitchen - actually rather glad he can get a bit of time to 'calm down'. Filling a glass with ice cold water for Gene, he takes a few gulps as well, which does the trick just nicely.

A minute later, he's back in the lounge, handing the glass to Gene before sitting down on the sofa himself.*

... so. Are you going to tell me what 'appened yesterday in the sewers?
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*Settles on the sofa more comfortably as Sam goes to get the water, letting himself flop against the backrest.*

*Takes the water gratefully, sipping it it as soon as he gets his hands on it.

Sam's question makes him frown as he swallows.*

You know what happened, you were there.

*mutters as he raises the glass to his mouth again* Fortunately.
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*Sam's lips twitch into a smile, but he shakes his head.*

I mean what 'appened in that room. I'd rather hear it from you than those thugs boasting about it when we interrogate them
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*lets out a small huff, hesitant to describe how he was overpowered. Saying it out loud is embarrassing. But he knows that Sam's right. Those gits are going to brag and boast about it as soon as they're allowed a say, and it's better the team already know what happened.*

Not much to tell, really. One of 'em blindsided me with a gun while I was dealing with the rest of 'em...

*he raises a hand to his head, unconsciously feeling for the bump*

Gave me a whack and a kick... *a twinge in his ribs... * Tried to brain me with that ruddy pistol again...

*drops his hand away from his hair, sounding defeated and irritated with himself*

After that I can't remember much - some suicidal bugger took me coat though, I remember that. And stuffed something in me mouth. But apart from that I may as well have been pissed as a fart, 'cos everything else is fuzzy as hell.
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*observes Gene from the corner of his eyes as the latter tells his story, and... well. it's pretty much what he had suspected happened. And while the urge to rub it in is there - he'd warned Gene after all, time and time again! - that defeated look on his face... the hand falling away from his head... No, doing that now would be cruel.

So instead, Sam nods.*

That'll 'ave been that Gas along with your 'ead injury, then... *hesitates for a moment, but... no, Gene's been honest, so...*

When I spotted them, one of 'em was wearing the coat. Thought it was you, chasin' them... 's why it took me a while to find you.
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Hmph. M'surprised 'is weedy girly-arse body didn't tip you off. Bastards, the lot of 'em.

*looks at Sam, an eyebrow raised*

Tell me you socked 'im one for nicking it?
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*gives Gene a wry look at this*

Was more concerned with finding out whether you were still alive or not.
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*sniffs, looking away and trying to look nonchalant*

Fair enough.

*pauses a moment, brow furrowing. His voice is definitely better than yesterday, but he still croaks the next words slightly, his raw throat still not willing to give him his whole voice back*

Did they set the gas off on purpose? Was a hole in a pipe, right? *tries to remember whether one of them punctured it or let off a shot - but the whole thing is just a blur*
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*Sam remains silent for a little while, thinking things through. His recollection of what happened is somewhat hazy as well, but...

Sam finally shakes his head.*

Don't think so. If they'd dobe it deliberately, they would've mentioned it as a... bargaining chip, of sorts. But they didn't - didn't say a word about you, actually.

*leans back* So they probably didn't even know it themselves. Bad luck that you ended up right next to the leak...
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*sighs, letting himself flop back against the cushions, eyes closed*

Yeah, yer probably right. One of 'em must have knocked the pipe of something by accident when they legged it. S'pose we can't charge them for that.
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Mmh.

*glances over at Gene before extending his arm, wrapping it round Gene's shoulders and gently pulling him in close.*

We can charge 'em for assault on a police officer.... restraint... smugglin' of course... attempted man slaughter, possibly?
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*leans into Sam's sideways hug, allowing himself to be soft for a moment and give in to the comfort*

Hmm.... attempted manslaughter's gonna be a hard sell if we can't prove they set the gas off.


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*gently rubs at Gene's shoulder, before moving his hand up and stroking through Gene's hair slowly*

They still left you there with a possible concussion... An' I'll make sure to talk to Ray an' Chris, they were the ones 'oo arrested the gang properly, maybe they 'eard somethin'.

*Sam pauses, then sighs.* In fact, I'll need to check into the station today... see if everything's goin' alright.
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Mmmh... *closes his eyes as Sam's fingers card through his hair*

Alright... We can interview 'em. Unless Ray sorted that out already, it should be us who does it.
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*huffs out a chuckle*

Yeah. You're stayin' 'ere today, though. *pats Gene's head lightly before continuing the stroking, turning it into gentle scratching, as though he's scratching a cat behind his ears* Can't 'ave you shouting your lungs out...
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*Gene's eyelids drop to halfway as Sam scratches behind his ears. If he was a cat, he'd be purring right now.

Until he properly hears what Sam said.*

You just don't want me to hit anyone!
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*glances at Gene, raising an eyebrows in amusement*

'course. Whatever you say, Guv.

*And he keeps up the scritching, because he simply loves having his hands in Gene's hair - and the effect it's having on his partner is too mesmerizing to watch to just stop doing it.*
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*Gene lets his eyes close, lulled again by Sam's scritching*

*voice smug and sleepy*

So I'm comin' with you.
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*And yet again, Sam has to laugh - softly, realising that Gene is starting to wind down, to become heavy against Sam's side.*

No. Not today... Guv. *And that nearly came out as "luv", and while Sam is aching to actually say that, he supposes Gene wouldn't take too kindly to it... So he's glad he transformed it into something more fitting.* I'll be back soon though. Promise.
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Hmph. How soon.

*keeps leaning against Sam, feeling increasingly comfortable* 'Cos y' know... If you're gone too long I might just happen to 'accidentally' find that box....!
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*shifts slightly, to make this even more comfortable for Gene and himself*

Well. That'd be your loss. *smiles - because really, for all his secrecy, even if Gene found the box... it still wouldn't lead him to its purpose.* Anyway, soon enough. I'll just go in to check if they 'avent wrecked the station yet is all. Tell 'em you're alright.
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*huffs* Well they know that already. Like a bit of stinky air could take me down.

*shifts with Sam, moulding himself even more into Sam's shape. If he drapes himself over Sam enough then maybe Sam won't be able to get up!*
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*gives a small grunt as he feels Gene shift and lean even more heavily against him - much more of that Sam will soon be flat on his back with Gene on top!

... which wouldn't be a problem technically. But!*

You were pretty fazed out yesterday, y'know! That aside though, I need to go to work, Gene. Unlike you I'm not on sick leave!
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*makes a throaty and raw sound of displeasure*
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*The sound coming from Gene is so ridiculous and pathetic and adorable, Sam just freezes for a second before letting out a laugh, ruffling Gene's hair.*

Christ, you're such a baby.

*He then winds his arms around Gene a little tighter, pressing a kiss to his temple.*
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*through a pout*

Says you.

*honestly he just doesn't want Sam to go. He's enjoying the hair stroking a little too much for Sam to go just yet. But... He knows it has to end some time. And so, regretfully, Gene sits back up, releasing Sam from where he was trapped *

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*feels Gene pull back up*

'Ey, c'mere...

*gently, Sam pulls Gene back into that hug, hand in his hair again.*

Don't go sulking. I'll be at your disposal the rest of the day, soon as I'm back. How's that sound?
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*Lets Sam pull him back down - he never really even wanted to get up anyway. It's comfy and nice and it helps him to forget the increasingly itchy hot feeling in his throat. It doesn't stop him from replying in a childishly grumpy tone though, even if it is a bit put on*

Mmmph. Fiiiine.
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*smiles to himself, massaging the skin on Gene's head with his fingers as he leans down to murmur in his partner's ear*

And.... there will be more ice cream.
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*grunts, half placated*

Good. 'Cos me throat's gonna feel like shit again soon.
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Mmh.

*Sam's expression falls a little at that - he's encouraged Gene to talk too much...*

... Then I better head out now, because the sooner I'm back, the sooner you'll get ice cream. Need to stock up a little.

*It's Sam who shifts Gene this time - gently, mindful of his lungs and the bruises, and he can't hold back, planting yet another kiss to the top of Gene's head.* You get some rest.
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