Jovireh Velal
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Nov 5, 2021 19:23:08 GMT
[Lt. Paawin Riyo - Kerelia - Vacation Home]Riyo offered her a reassuring smile when he saw her relax, and wondered how long she had been fretting over having this conversation. He reached over to rest a comforting hand on top of hers. "Even if I did want more biological kids, I'd never expect you to go through something that you felt wouldn't be good for you." Though he understood her hesitation, since it sounded like her ex was the type of person who would expect her to go along with whatever he wanted, regardless of how it affected her. It was just one of the countless reasons Riyo was glad that man wasn't around anymore. While Lea would likely always have side effects from what he put her through, time and distance always made it easier to get through them. He gave her hand a gentle squeeze before he took a bite of his toast.
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Nov 5, 2021 19:36:33 GMT
[Vacation Home - Kerelia] Riyo always knew how to make her feel better even when it concerned the most unpleasant or not so good topics of conversation. Realising just by having his hand over hers that his comfort quickly diminished the rest of her worry over what she had said. His words had her look into his eyes, knowing that he spoke the truth and that he was also referencing the before times. Lea understood why he had did that, without having to mention any names and it was another reason why she loved him like she did. " I know you wouldn't and that's why I love you" she replied, loving how he was so different and honest unlike the trauma of what she had experienced before meeting him. As much as she had made progress with that, it hadn't truly left her completely and was grateful to have someone who wouldn't force her to do anything. Smiling as he then squeezed her hand, Lea returned to her own food, remembering why she had wanted it in the first place and not wanting it to go cold. Yet was happy that she finally got to share her concern and thoughts with Riyo.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Nov 6, 2021 2:23:03 GMT
[Lt. Paawin Riyo - Kerelia - Vacation Home]And just like that, the decision was made. No arguing, no questioning or debating. While he hadn't really been in any 'serious' relationships before her, he always loved how easily and healthily they were able to communicate with each other. "I love you too, Imzadi," he replied with another smile before turning his attention back to his food. Indeed, four children within four years of age of each other would be quite enough. While she was still young and full of energy, he knew he would definitely be feeling his own age once the twins were born. Even if she did want more kids down the road... Riyo wasn't entirely sure he'd still have the energy to keep up with them all.
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Nov 6, 2021 10:43:14 GMT
[Vacation Home - Kerelia] Regardless of the fact that they had only been together for almost a year and apart from the one and only big argument they had experienced. Leanna realised in that moment just how fortunate she was to have someone who she could communicate with and discuss important matters without feeling as though she was the problem. Another side effect of her last relationship but they were getting few and far between as Riyo then reciprocated by telling her that he loved her. With that particular subject resolved, they could now move on and not need to revisit that conversation again. Something that was also a positive as she set about eating the bacon and eggs. Each bite was delicious and considering her appetite lately it was no surprise that she cleaned her plate quickly yet savoured every morsel. Sitting back with a hand draped over her abdomen and her glass of juice in her free hand. Leanna took an appreciative breath and certainly wasn't in a rush to move from the deck anytime soon. " What would you like to do today?" she asked, having no preference since it was just the two of them.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Nov 8, 2021 9:34:38 GMT
[Lt. Paawin Riyo - Kerelia - Vacation Home]Finishing off his toast, Riyo moved on to his bacon, chewing thoughtfully as he let his gaze wander across the quiet colony in front of them. "Honestly, after the fun we had last night I'm kind of looking forward to a lazy day at home." It was also probably best, so she didn't push herself too hard and then suffer even worse fatigue when they went back to the station. Though having a quiet day with just the two of them was a very enticing thought. They wouldn't get very many of those once the twins were born.
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Nov 8, 2021 11:34:34 GMT
[Vacation Home - Kerelia] Asking Riyo what he wanted to do for the day was a natural question from Leanna, especially when they didn't have to organise diaper bags, stroller's or anything else associated with planning a family outing. Sure they got to have the occasional day or night off but this was the first time that they had visited Kerelia without Aven and Ari or any of her family. Taking another sip of juice as Riyo then answered her, Lea definitely saw the appeal of a lazy day at home. After the fun of Peig's which had also included dancing, Leanna wasn't about to overdo things so was in full agreement with her Imzadi's choice of non activity. " A lazy day sounds good to me and better still we can just stay in our robes and not get dressed".That was definitely a rarity these days and something that Lea was happy to do as this getaway was all about the two of them spending time together before the twins arrived.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Nov 11, 2021 1:43:06 GMT
[Lt. Paawin Riyo - Kerelia - Vacation Home]Riyo's smile grew as she agreed to stay in for the day. Leaning back in his seat, he took a slow sip of his coffee, suddenly quite content to finish his breakfast slowly. "We don't even have to stay in our robes," he replied with a sly wink. His thoughts roamed over the possibilities. "Maybe we can set up the holoprojector and watch a vid together." Spending the day alone with her cuddled up on the couch sounded more and more appealing by the second.
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Nov 11, 2021 12:30:35 GMT
[Vacation Home - Kerelia] With their not so specific plans decided on, Leanna had to admit that she was quite looking forward to doing very little and not having to try on about twenty things just to get dressed. One of the many downsides to being pregnant or in her case very pregnant as she had practically doubled in size. That's what it felt like considering this was a multiple pregnancy and comfort was important. Okay she could forgive Riyo for what he said next along with that playful smirk of his, although he would be lucky to get her out of her robe. It wasn't his fault if she wasn't exactly feeling sexy right now but that could change depending on her mood and hormones. " We'll see" she replied, letting her comment hang as she reached for some of the fruit. When he then suggested setting up the holo projector and watching a vid, sounded like her kind of thing and would require very little effort, other than sitting on the comfy sofa. " I think we should as I can't remember the last time we got to do that".
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Nov 11, 2021 19:47:11 GMT
[Lt. Paawin Riyo - Kerelia - Vacation Home]Riyo finished off another piece of bacon as he only grinned at her response about shedding their robes. He knew that she wasn't as comfortable with her body while being pregnant, and he also knew there was only so much he could do to reassure her. But even when she wasn't feeling sexy, he always enjoyed the comfort and closeness of skin contact with her. Clarifying that, however, could be taken in two very different ways, which entirely depended on her mood in the moment. So instead he let that part of the conversation rest as he took another sip of coffee. Her agreement to watch a vid together for the first time in quite awhile made him chuckle. "I honestly can't remember the last time we watched anything that wasn't specifically made for kids." Riyo never minded putting on the occasional show for Ari and Aven, but it would defnitely be nice to hear characters talk in normal voices.
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Nov 12, 2021 9:19:18 GMT
[Vacation Home - Kerelia] Riyo may of only grinned at her response to his suggestion of them shedding their robes. But for Leanna it spoke volumes as to how he wasn't trying to persuade her otherwise or trying to tempt her. Normally she was very receptive to his teasing, his touch and more, however he also wasn't the type to keep on at her or make her feel bad for not being in the mood. Another positive compared to what she had once been through and just as importantly Riyo respected her and knew when to let a conversation move on, instead of repeating things over and over. That used to unknowingly at the time get her down and turn her into something that wasn't really her. So having that freedom again along with honesty and knowing one another as her and Riyo did was so refreshing and liberating. Her moods were unpredictable at the moment and yet Lea hadn't completely shut him out, because at the end of it all, he was still as loving and supportive as always. It wasn't just about the physical with them and watching a vid together, whilst cuddled up was the perfect compromise for now. His chuckle that followed her agreeing to it and her comment about the kids, made Lea grin. Riyo wasn't wrong either as she couldn't remember either. " I can't either so it'll be nice to watch something other than cartoons or kids movies for a change".
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Nov 15, 2021 2:32:27 GMT
[Lt. Paawin Riyo - Kerelia - Vacation Home]Riyo continued eating with the occasional sip of coffee while his mind wandered over all the possibilities available to them. "We could always go with a good old fashion action film." He suggested after a few moments. Of course, there were plenty of other genres out there, it was just the first one he came up with that wouldn't risk her thinking he was hoping to 'get her in the mood'.
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Nov 15, 2021 10:51:13 GMT
[Vacation Home - Kerelia] Still thinking of the slight injustice of it all as she caught a renewed whiff of Riyo's coffee. Leanna put her energy into finishing her fruit and juice, wondering if it would be worth the inevitable heartburn to give decaff a go. Then again why make things worse for herself just because of the temptation of what she was currently missing. Everything she suffered was in stereo and she honestly didn't want to continue her day being somewhat miserable. She hated these mood swings and not being herself, which she then felt guilty about especially with Riyo. Even his suggestion of watching an old fashioned action movie spoke of him trying not to risk upsetting her. " We could or maybe a comedy .... I know I'm not the easiest person to live with right now and I'm sorry" she said, unable to stop the truth from spilling out.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Nov 15, 2021 22:31:25 GMT
[Lt. Paawin Riyo - Kerelia - Vacation Home]"A comedy sounds even better," he replied as he finally finished his breakfast. Rising from his seat, he leaned in to give her a soft kiss on the lips. "And there is no one else in the galaxy I would rather live with, now or ever." After another brief kiss, he straightened and drained his coffee, then began gathering up the dishes. Since she had made the entirety of breakfast, the least he could do was let her continue to relax while he cleaned up.
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Post by Leanna Mazal on Nov 16, 2021 11:11:59 GMT
[Vacation Home - Kerelia] Leanna managed a smile despite the lingering sense of guilt now that she had included an apology in her earlier response. She knew that she didn't have to keep apologising but sometimes she just couldn't help it. They had gone through so much during the last year that the difficulties surrounding her pregnancy, felt as though it was adding further stress and issues. Likely it was all in her head, which was then confirmed as Riyo kissed her and reassured her. Feeling the guilt ebb away had Leanna returning the kiss with full abandon, before responding to his reassurance. " When did I get so lucky?" she teased slightly, ready to move on and forget about her unpredictable hormones for at least a little while. As Riyo then began to tidy up the breakfast things and clear away their plates. Leanna took advantage and sat back fully with her remaining juice, enjoying the peacefulness before she would have to move again.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Nov 16, 2021 18:04:57 GMT
[Lt. Paawin Riyo - Kerelia - Vacation Home]"Oh, sometime last November," he replied playfully. "And every day since then." Picking up the tray laden with empty dishes, Riyo turned to carry it inside. "We should have access to the station's library. Why don't you pick out a vid while I clean up?" It wouldn't take him long to do the dishes, but it would give her enough time to get comfortable and decide what she wanted to watch.
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