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[lonesomewanderer]

Dumping ground for trash.

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[lonesomewanderer]

It is something she wishes to cultivate for those in her service, [ he replies, gaze shifting from the basket to Lad.

Never mind that Mythal's desires for Solas to be more compassionate and caring hadn't worked the majority of the time, particularly for those Solas considered outside his jurisdiction. Lad's case had been unique and he respected the man for having thrown himself in the line of fire without a thought.

There's a second of hesitation before Solas sits down on the edge of the bed as well, keeping space between him and Lad. ]

I hope you have not run into further trouble because of it.

[lendedahand]

I assumed as much, it's why I stepped in, I don't think your servant had been struck before, if I could keep them ignorant to what that's like, then it was worth it.

[He leaned back on his hands and crossed his legs at the ankles, being casual seemed to be working thus far. He found Solas' hesitance to be rather cute actually.]

I always run into trouble one way or another, but I've got the privilege that I am not allowed to be punished in any way that would leave a scar, so it's not so bad.

[lonesomewanderer]

It is a feeling I wish more could be ignorant of.

[ Including Lad himself, he thinks with a small sigh. Sylaise was not the worst of the Evanuris, not by any stretch of the imagination, but he had his list of grievances against her as he did with most others. One day he would be able to do something about them though such talk would earn him disapproval and skepticism from Mythal. ]

Is this a service you chose?

[lendedahand]

[He shook his head but didn't sound overly bothered by his predicament as he elaborated on it. It was all he knew, so why would he complain? In many ways he was fortunate, he knew with other Evanuris he'd likely wind up as some test subject for spells, or perhaps fuel for them.]

No, it's not, I'm just useless when it comes to doing anything else. My pretty face is my only asset, I'm not usually requested by those of such a high ranking.

[He continues with a laugh.]

I ramble when I'm nervous, so it's usually best if I'm not to serve anyone that wouldn't take offense.

[Which also at least pointed out that he was comfortable now.]

[lonesomewanderer]

My lady Evanuris was approached by the Hearthkeeper. She offered this as a gift and...

[ He shrugs. Mythal had seen no reason to reject it and thus it fell on him to make sure he accepted it with grace. When Lad's name had been among those offered, he at least had a familiar and pleasant face to request. ]

I find it hard to believe you don't have more to offer. [ Whether it was his compassion or some other hidden skill. Lad had to have more than his beauty to offer. ]

[lendedahand]

[And he had picked him. A bit of color found its way too his cheeks, between that and the flattery, he was getting a little bashful. No one had said such a thing to him before and he wasn't even certain how to respond. There was a pleasant feeling in his stomach, a warmth that melted and made it easier to relax. This felt strangely backwards, he was the one that was supposed to make Solas feel good, not the other way around.

He laughed.]

You are very kind to say so, but aside from what I have been taught to please, I'm afraid I truly am not good at much else.

[lonesomewanderer]

How are you to know if you have not been given the chance?

[ A genuine question and one he's curious about as he watches Lad. The blush caught his attention and he can't help but smile. The man clearly tried to do what he could with what he was given and Solas found that alone worthy of respect. ]

[lendedahand]

[He tilted his head in confusion. Given the chance at what? He had his role, why would he need to do another? If he was bad at this, he'd probably just be discarded or sent to do hard labor somewhere. It would take too many resources to repurpose him from this role after all.]

I'm not sure I understand what you mean. Why would I need to do something else?

[lonesomewanderer]

[ He hesitates a moment before finally asking, ] You are happy in this role?

[ One that he had not chosen for himself. Mythal had similar servants, but they had all chosen to play that part for themselves, it had never been forced on them. ]

[lendedahand]

Happy? I'm not certain why that would matter.

[It was his duty, whether it made him happy or not was irrelevant. He supposed there were some things he could enjoy about it. if he really thought about it.]

I think I prefer it over other roles. I can help others better like this. [Both other slaves as well as people.] I... think it's nice making others feel good.

[lonesomewanderer]

[ He sighs lightly. He supposes that helps, that the man on some level appreciated this work and found something to enjoy in it. With another glance at the basket, he returns his gaze to Lad. ]

You do not have to do anything with me. [ Just so that's clear. He was not about to force himself on another. ]

[lendedahand]

[Lad actually laughed at his proclamation. It was sweet, but he didn't know why he thought he was the one anxious about this. He was actually excited about this, Solas was very handsome and seeing him in the throes of pleasure would be quite the reward. He might even be able to get off as well.]

I am not the one wound up like a caged griffin. [He placed a hand gently on Solas' arm, and looked at him with a fond smile.] I do not want you to be uncomfortable, I can please you in other ways too if you'd like.

[lonesomewanderer]

[ He hesitates as his eyes stare at Lad's hand on him. To deny the appeal would be a lie and while Solas understands it is Lad's job to offer, he did seem genuinely eager. ]

So long as you know you are free to stop should you wish to. [ A pause as he meets Lad's gaze once more, curious. ] What ways do you mean?

[lendedahand]

Weeeeell....

[He reached up to gingery press his fingers into the muscle of Solas' shoulder and almost immediately the smile faded into a look of surprise and mild alarm. He was about to explain what he could do, however whatever he discovered alarmed him enough to get off track.]

Oh.

[lonesomewanderer]

Ah, [ it's a small sound that slips past his lips, unbidden, when Lad presses his fingers into his muscles. That felt good, surprisingly so though the sudden alarm in the man's tone caused him to frown in concern. ]

Did something happen?

[lendedahand]

[He catches himself and laughs, a cheeky little grin spreading on his face as he opts to playfully tease the other.]

Well, if you were any more tense I might consider going into the kitchen to fetch one of little hammers they tenderize poultry with.

[He idly started to kneed into the tense muscle with his hand, just enough to give Solas a taste of what he was offering. If a little poke made him feel that good then the prospects of actually putting effort into it excited him.]

I was going to offer a massage but I think I might have to insist now.

[Not that he could, but he felt Solas wouldn't take the concerned request poorly.]

[lonesomewanderer]

[ He laughs lightly at Lad's comments and as soon as the man starts kneading his muscles, he shifts so that his back is turned more towards him. ]

I had hoped it was not so obvious. [ But it was and he would be a fool to deny that this felt good. ]

Is there a way that would be easier for you? I could lay down, [ he offers. ]

[lendedahand]

Even if it wasn't I'm pretty good at figuring out what people like and need. It comes with the territory.

[He stood to fetch a small jar of oil from his basket then returned to the bed.]

Take off your shirt and lay down on your stomach. I can do a better job if you let me sit on your back, but if that would make you uncomfortable I can still work off to the side as well.

[lonesomewanderer]

[ There's a moment where he considers this before nodding and removing his shirt, folding it to neatly place on the bedside table. With that out of the way, he lays down on his stomach. ]

I would not want to hinder your work. I will defer to your judgment.

[ And he may be a bit eager to learn what a back not tangled into knots feels like. ]

[lendedahand]

[One Solas was in position, Lad climbed onto Solas' back and planted himself down on his rear. He took the oil then and poured some into his hands and rubbed them together before starting to work on Solas' back and shoulders. First, he coated Solas' back in the oil, it would be warm, and it had a pleasant flowery scent though not an overpowering one.

Then he started to work on Solas' shoulders, he started off slow and gentle to ease him into it, then flowed into kneading harder into the tight muscles. He put his weight into the motions, which meant pressing down against Solas' rear every time he started working out a particularly tight knot.

He decided not to say anything for now, only humming as he gauged the other's reactions.]

[lonesomewanderer]

[ There's added tension coiling inside him as Lad settles onto his back. When was the last time someone had touched him? Much less his bare skin? The warmth from the oil causes him to glance over his shoulder, watching as the other man set up.

Whatever length of time it had been, once Lad's hands are on him it becomes clear that the answer is too long. His eyes flutter shut and a soft groan escapes him as the first knot is worked out of his upper back. Spirits, was this what he had been needing? ]

[lendedahand]

[Well, well this one certainly was responsive. If only they could all be like this. A smile stayed on his face as he continued working on his upper back. He enjoyed hearing such an honest little sound of pleasure, it was the best compliment really, so he worked diligently to see what else he would work out of him.

Once he feels like he's gotten the worst out of his upper back he finally speaks, but his voice is soft so as not to disrupt the moment.]

It has been a while for you hasn't it?

[lonesomewanderer]

[ He would hear plenty more so long as he kept working his hands into Solas' muscles. He shifts slightly beneath Lad as he gets more comfortable and stretches out beneath Lad. ]

It has, [ he admits and breathes in deeply. ] I may have neglected my back for far too long.

[ Long enough that even the start of the massage was bringing him some relief. ]

[lendedahand]

I think you may have neglected yourself for too long. Your work must be tiring, I honestly can't say I've ever seen someone so tense.

[He moved to focus his attentions specifically on Solas' right shoulder. It was nice to help Solas relax, especially after he had helped him. He recalled how gentle Solas had been, all the while carrying this much tension?]

When was the last time you truly took a break?

[lonesomewanderer]

I... [ There's a pause as he thinks. Long and hard. It doesn't help that Lad's hands are distracting and he presses his face into his arms for a moment as he lets out a heavy sigh. ]

I can't recall.

[ Something Sylaise had no doubt picked up on which would have spurred her to pester Mythal with this gift. Not that Solas is complaining. ]