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[It takes him no time at all to study the video and to realize that Vegas is in the hospital. He's actually in the fucking hospital! Relief washes over him and he runs all the way there, barely getting the room information before running right to the right room.

Bursting in, he's completely out of breath and for a second he can only stare at him. Then he makes his way across the room to get onto the bed with Vegas and resting his head on his lap.]

I found you...

(( Vegas is making a fuss for the nurses and is trying to get out of bed when Pete bursts in. The shock -- no, relief in seeing him calms Vegas. And for that split second when their eyes lock, Vegas feels like he might actually cry. He doesn't, but, oh, is he relieved to see the one familiar face he most wanted. ))

Pete...

(( As soon as Pete's in the bed, his hand falls to Pete's head. Long fingers thread through his hair, stroking it gently. ))

Where are we?

[Pete nods to the nurses to let them know that he's got this. Now that he's here Vegas well stay in bed. He's sure of it.]

Nippon. Only it's like it's in the past. And out of a fantasy book.

[Reaching out, he gently wraps an arm around him a bit just so he can have a little more contact with the man.]

There's all kinds of crazy shit here. You're not going to believe me when I tell you.

(( It's true. Now that Pete's here, Vegas is calm(er) and decidedly not trying to escape the room. Which, to be honest, was a pretty painful endeavor for a man recovering from a handful of gunshot wounds. He's lucky to be alive, and he probably has both Pete and Khun Korn to thank for that. One of those sits better than the other. ))

Tell me everything.

[Deep breath in and then he releases it. Well, better to find out from him than someone else. Pete nods then starts to explain everything he learned at the orientation as well as what he's learned from others so far. Magic, animal features, and so on. It's a lot to get out but he goes for it.

Petting Vegas' side, he looks up at him.]

So far it all seems to be the truth. I've really been thorough in finding out information while I was looking for you.

(( That's his Pete. Always on the lookout for some useful tidbit or other. Vegas couldn't help the little smile that played at the corners of his mouth. A lot of what Pete said was strange to him, but he'd only experienced this old-timey hospital room so far so, Vegas had to believe him. ))

How'd you know I was here?

I saw the video. I knew where you were when I saw the background.

[Pete gives him a smile. A big grin really.]

I knew you'd try to find me so I was looking for you too.

(( Ugh, Pete. Why you gotta make him feel all soft and warm inside? Feelings are gross.

His hand slips from Pete's hair to caress his cheek. He thumbs lightly over warm skin and breathes out a little sigh. At least he could still have Pete in this place. Something familiar. Something bright as the sun. Something beloved. ))

Have you seen my brother?

Not yet. But I'm going to keep looking. If I can't find him it means he's in our world.

[Because if he's here then he'll find him and bring him to Vegas immediately.]

(( Shit. Could Macau even survive on his own? Would Khun Korn have someone look after him in Vegas' absence? It's not like Macau did anything wrong. He wasn't involved in any of Vegas' machinations or their father's move against the main family.

Vegas closes his eyes and, with a small wince, leans in to press a kiss to Pete's forehead. He doesn't have the vocabulary to express how much Pete and all he's done for Vegas means to him. The downfall of having the emotional IQ of a spoon. ))

Hey you shouldn't be straining yourself more. Or you'll be in this hospital longer.

[But he knows that Vegas needs to be able to touch and kiss him right now. So he makes a decision and moves to the man's less injured side to climb into the bed and get under the covers with him while he leans against his side.]

Just rest okay?

(( Once Pete settles beside him, Vegas leans slightly against him. He's solid and warm and brings so much relief just by being there. ))

Okay.

(( He does, however, reach over for one of Pete's hands. ))

Just don't leave.

[Taking that hand, he leans back against him, ready to support him.]

As soon as they say you're okay enough I'll get us somewhere to stay here.

I'm gonna die here, Pete.

(( What a dramatic bitch. ))

Look at this place!

[He has to bite his lip a second to not laugh at the dramatics.]

It's a little old fashioned but it's nice.

Are we sitting on the same bed?

(( Or, you know, it could be those gunshot wounds that are making him so uncomfortable. ))

You're just used to the other hospital.

[He gives his hand a reassuring squeeze.]

I'll get you out as soon as I can. And I'll sneak in better food until then.

(( Vegas squeezes his hand in return. ))

No. Just stay with me.

[He knows how hard it is for Vegas to be vulnerable like this so he makes a point of tucking himself in nice and tight into the bed.]

There. Now I can't go anywhere.

(( A faint hint of a smile pulls at his lips. He brings Pete's hand up and kisses his knuckles as a way of saying thank you. ))

You had your chance to run.

[That makes Pete shift his head so he can look up at Vegas.]

I ran to my home. You're my home.

(( Vegas cants his head so he can meet Pete's gaze. His expression is serious. Deadly serious. ))

I won't let you leave me now.

[He knows what that gaze means. He really does. Better than anyone here ever could.

But instead of shrinking away from it, he moves closer to kiss Vegas. A promise that he won't go.]

(( Honestly, what can Vegas do in his condition if Pete does realize what a horrible mistake he was making? So it means even more to him that Pete would come back to him when he had nothing to offer except his terrible self. He leans in slightly to meet the other's lips, sighing at the familiar taste of them. ))

[Vegas really can't do anything else right now but that's fine with him. He can enjoy this moment with him while they kiss, pulling back eventually to smile at him.

He's not going anywhere. It's a promise.]

(( Of course it is. Vegas will kill him before he lets Pete go. ))

Get some rest okay? I'll figure out the rest later.

[Getting Vegas out of here, finding them a place to stay... all of it.]

(( He leans his forehead against Pete's and nods once. ))

Okay.

(( He shifts to lay back against the pillows propped up behind him and breathes easy. At least with Pete there, he knows he's safe. ))

[Gently, he makes sure the blankets are up more so that Vegas is nicely tucked in. Then he gets out his device so he can keep doing his investigations. He's partially in bodyguard mode now.

Some habits die hard.]

[ Perfect. Fucking PERFECT. Fine. Time to assert some control around here. Even if he's garb better suited for some American Gangster historical figure.]

Vegas.

Nice to see you too, cousin.

How are you feeling?

[He's a little confused considering he comes from the time where Vegas is healed up.]

You got into a tussle again?

(( What a weird thing to ask. Vegas squinted slightly at the camera. ))

One of your bodyguards shot me.

[Squints right back.]

Five months ago.

Try five days ago.

No, five months ago.

[Now there's a frown]

I made it here a few weeks ago, 5 months from that stupid war the minor family tried to pull.

I promise you, Kinn, I know when I was shot.

(( His brow furrowed slightly, lips pressing together in frustration. ))

Maybe if the major family treated us a little better, we wouldn't have had to revolt. Ever think about that?

It's irrelavant here.

[Meaning the issues between the families]

And back home, too. Things have changed. Right now it's you and me, here, and there's no rivalry here.

[He doesnt know yet he's been speaking to Pete, so hes trying to mitigate some sort of peace.]

(( Surprisingly, Vegas is quiet for a moment. Actually thoughtful. Did he really hate Kinn or was he groomed to be jealous of everything his cousin had? Just like his father had been of his brother? Vegas isn't really sure. But with no one to back either of them up, what good would a rivalry do? ))

What's there to fight over?

(( If there were no family politics, no power to vie for? That was Vegas' way of agreeing to Kinn's terms. ))

[There's a flicker of hope in his chest, but he keeps it off his face. This is one of those times where he has to tread carefully]

Nothing. There's no longer a minor or a major family,now. Only in name to satisfy the others.

[No need to alert the other mafias that they're now one. But its important that vegas knows theres nothing to fight over.]

And ive been scouting here. What they may tout as shady business is laughable.

(( Vegas drops his gaze at the mention of the major and minor families. Even if there were still a minor family, he wouldn't be in charge of it. Khun Korn is no fool. No one would trust Vegas with family business again.

And, honestly? A part of him is relieved.

When he turns his attention back to Kinn on the screen, a half-hearted smirk pulls one corner of his mouth up. ))

Already trying to recreate your empire, huh?

[He meets the smirk with one of his own]

Trying to protect my people should they show up. Which they have. Theres no telling if the Italians or Yakuza or Triad may show. Theres no rhyme or reason to this place.

[And, on a smaller scale, a way to protect himself should Vegas decide he's the one who wants power.]

How long are they keeping you there?

[Because now he has to figure out a way to obtain a decent house. With LOTS of space.]

(( His people, huh? Did he still consider Vegas one of his? ))

Not long. I'm gonna ask Pete to bust me out.

Pete's here too?

[Just his luck. He's relieved and annoyed at the same time. An extra leash on his psychotic cousin wasn't a bad thing.]

Good. Glad to hear that. I know a doctor. I trust her.

(( Excuse you, cousin. Vegas is not the one who wears the leash in that relationship. ))

Yeah, he's here.

(( Why, is that some genuine fondness in his voice? Say it ain't so! ))

[Whatever, Vegas. Kinn wont correct that.]

Good.

[And he will change the subject.]

If he's going to fetch you, have him contact me. I'll see what i can do about better housing.

[Still doesnt know he was talking to Pete before.]

(( Get it right, motherfucker. ))

Yeah, okay. I'll let him know.

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