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[starer]

He ain't my type.

And for future reference, anybody else here asks you to pass a message along like that again? They ain't my type either.

[unclesam]

that's a broad spectrum, buck
what is your type?

[ He's not surprised, honestly - but now he's curious. ]

[starer]

People who take the initiative instead of making other people do their dirty work.

[For a start.]

[unclesam]

fair. though technically, he did, by propositioning both of us.

he's a sweet guy, really. a friend.

[starer]

That your way of asking me to find somewhere else to stay tonight?

[Because he has no idea how to feel about that.]

[unclesam]

only if 'somewhere else' is your bed or mine instead of the floor, buck.

nah, I ain't wired like that. I don't do casual sex or friends with benefits. never been interested in sex without romance.

[starer]

Still nothing wrong with the floor, Samuel.

Is that why you're trying to push him on to me?

[unclesam]

ain't saying there is. just saying I prefer having you closer, james.

nah, not tryna push him on you. just pointed out the option if you were so inclined. what kinda wingman would I be otherwise?.

[starer]

We share a room. That's not close enough for you?

Well, for future reference, I'm not looking to hook up with a guy I barely know. That ain't changing.

[unclesam]

hey man, you had me sit in your lap for like half that damn gala down on braccia. I'm a changed man. surprisingly comfortable.

all kidding aside, I hear you loud and clear. can I ask you - what is your vibe with other people? for sex, dating, anything? I promise I ask without trying to set you up. just curious.

[starer]

You asking for a repeat performance? Just say the word, sweetheart.

[You asked for it, Sam.]

What's my vibe?

[unclesam]

worse places to be. but only if you're bringing snacks and drinks this time. speaking of, I think we still got some of that asgardian ale left...

[ who is flirting? not them... ]

I mean your preference. men, women, both, neither? blondes, red-heads, academics, athletes... looks, personality. c'mon, humor me. if you were looking - what would you be looking for?

[starer]

I got you food and drink last time. Seem to remember feeding you some of it.

[Sure, it may have just been more ammo to tease Sam with. But the fact still stands! He knows how to take care of his (pretend) man.]

Are we really doing this right now?

[unclesam]

uh huh. out of the kindness of your heart I'm sure. though the wine was real nice, I'll give you that.

[ Sam knows his wine, and enjoys it. ]

I mean, sure. why not? I'm curious who I gotta look out for next time I'm your pretend husband.

[starer]

Of course. I wouldn't let you starve.

I know how to keep a cover, Sam. We say we're together, I ain't gonna be looking anywhere else.

[unclesam]

a true caretaker and provider

I'm tryna learn something about you, not our fun little cover story adventures, honey bee. though the sentiment is appreciated.

[starer]

[There's no reply for a long time. Mostly because he's trying to figure out just what to say in response to that. He knows he could keep pushing back. Could make a joke of it all, and Sam would play along. But then there's the fact that he really does trust the guy more than anyone else he knows, and-]

I ain't dated anyone since the forties.

[Being set up by Yori doesn't count.]

Kind of hard to figure out what I like these days when it's not safe for people to get close to me.

[unclesam]

[ Look at them, communicating. Sam lets the teasing fade to something kinder to match the conversation. ]

you'll have time to figure it all out once we're back home and we got you all sorted out.

[ Because that is not a matter of if, but when. ]

and no matter what you decide to do with your life from there on out, you'll be able to go at it at your own speed.

[starer]

It's not exactly a priority of mine. So don't get hung up on it.

[unclesam]

all I'm hearing is 'yes please introduce me to mama mabel down at the bridge club, sam'.

[starer]

I was in Delacroix, Sam. Ain't me folks are checking out.

[unclesam]

what, you were there? barely noticed. and hey, what can I say. I'm a fine piece of ass. especially in the new suit.

[starer]

That's ok. Sarah definitely knew I was there.

[unclesam]

yeah, and she's gonna notice when I feed you to an alligator, too.

[starer]

You're gonna break her heart. What kind of brother are you?