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Why'd you have to make things so complicated?

The Highly Inappropriate Sexual Tension Meme

Touches. Glances. Sides brushing, so close to each other. The moment is, most likely, quite, subdued, and calm. Or it could be loud and full of life, right in the middle of a vivacious party. Yet, no matter the case, your blood is pumping - no, nearly boiling with the passion bubbling between you and your companion.

Unfortunately, this sexual tension is completely and absolutely out of line. Whether it be the place, the time, your relationship with the person (be that literal relation or power difference, age difference, experience difference, and so on), your own lack of knowledge, or personal convictions, you should not act on any building desires.

But here's the thing about tension: it builds. It builds, and it builds, until...

Well, even subtlety can come to an inappropriate head.

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This meme isn't for smut, though smut is allowed. What it is for is the delicious, anticipatory build up and the dances people can do to deny attraction. Foreplay, especially creative foreplay, is encouraged.
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[AUs/KH Universe-y Cross-Canon & Handwaved CR okay!]

[ if we've threaded before: i've made some changes to her background. ]

(would love some 'we're just friends!', trapped somewhere cramped during a stakeout, in the office, or 'we're in the middle of an argument why am i so into you right now?')

(( ooc: [lenny face] open to all canons and assumed CR :3 ))

[ up for mccree again? ]

( yesyes always! reunion would be fun with all the tfln they did, or lmk if u got something specific in mind )

[ yes!! i was definitely thinking along the lines of reunion! time to bs some future canon and wait for the inevitable retcon ]

[ it had been ages since he stepped foot at the watchpoint. when mccree got the recall, it wasn't a matter of if he was going to answer it, just more of a when. he's not one to sit idly by while everything around the world seemed to fall to pieces. he was a part of something that used to be able to keep things together... or, that isn't quite true. it's not right to use "was" when he choosing to be a part of it again.

mccree is taking his time walking to what might as well be the front door. he's sure that most of the others who answered are around, but there's one person in particular he's waiting for. but there's probably a better way to see him sooner rather than later. ]

it's funny, how you could spend ages away from somewhere, but still know where everything is
or was, in this case

[ the tranquil chimes of his Masters meditative trance were interrupted by a short beeping coming from--him? the golden orbs bouncing continued without fail. soothing, enchantingly around them. he was suppose to be meditating, clearing his mind. but all he could think of was the fact that only one person could be the cause of that particular communicator beeping. Genjis jaw clenched, focus your mind.]

beepbeep

"... it could be important."

[ Genjis visor illuminated brightly, startled when the entranced omnic beside him kept the mantra going, but their words allowed him a moment of distraction. visor lowering as nimble metal fingertips searched for the source, hands deep in his sweatpants pockets. hoody nowhere to be seen. ]

I apologize, Master. [ murmuring the soft apology as he read the message, thumbs hovering over tiny keys as he tried to put two-and-two together. ] where are you?

!!!
[ but before the little, green confirmation check mark on his text could light up he was already looking around. bright visor up, whipping around as if expecting someone to be watching him. Genji had spend most of the morning showing his Master around, the omnic hadn't been on base longer than a week, and it wasn't long before they opted for a meditation session.

but now, something else required his focus, fullest attention. a sensation that had been dormant for a painfully long time pulled Genji up to his feet, a heaviness in his chest cavity lightening up with a little hope. it felt- exciting] Master, I will be right back!

[ the flash of green ricocheted off the floor, onto walls before it vanished. left behind, Zenyatta hummed to the sun, orbs circling again, appeased ] "aaah... mysterious."

[This is purely work-related. At least, that's what Ango tells himself as he tries to keep an appropriate distance. It's not that easy given that they are forced to hide in the small space of what seems to be an old broom closet.]

...I'm sure reinforcements will be here soon.

[As most of inconvenient situations, this started as a meeting to hand over confidential information. Then, guys with guns appeared, too many to take down easily on their own and the rest is history.]

Catra has at least a hundred things to be worrying about, and just about every single one of them is in the Fright Zone. Preparing for the attack on Salineas has been taking up most every waking hour, between making sure none of the soldiers are slacking off and keeping Hordak of all idiots on track. And all that really means is that there's a hundred things to do and orders to give at any given moment: very low on that list is checking in on Double Trouble's progress, but she's in charge, isn't she? Besides, if they screw up and slip any of the plan, then she has to know asap. Adapting is what she's good at.

Stalking out of the dark monitor room, she grabs her communication pad on the way out.

"Are you back yet?"

The face that appears on the communicator screen isn't theirs, of course. It's Adora's.

"Why, are you missing me?"

[Kunikida's a man who, despite his penchant for both propriety and planning, has been in many a compromising situation throughout his career. A good 90% of them are the result of his partner, and while he's mysteriously if blessedly absent (it's small enough with two of them in here), that won't stop him from chalking this up as another tally under the "Dazai's Fault" heading.]

Is that faith in your side, my side, or empty optimism?

[Idealism does not go hand in hand with positivity.]

A little bit -

[And here, Ango has to shut up for a moment. There's noise outside, heavy footsteps and shouted orders. It's a little embarrassing that they have to hide from a gang that's that amateurishly organized. If there only weren't that many of them...]

A little bit of everything. More faith in my side than in yours.

[Mainly for his own rescue, he's pretty sure Dazai would be delighted to hear he got shot on a mission.]

...They hate the paperwork when an agent gets hurt on the job.

[Despite a tense, stiff jerk at the burst of noise, the greatest possible relief is that his current closet companion is not an absolute blithering moron: Ango stops talking before Kunikida needs to move to stifle his mouth.

When the passing footsteps and shouting fade into the distance and conversation continues, he relaxes more than he had been before the passing threat. Given the cast of personalities that make up his own side, someone who has their wits about them is a welcome change of pace. The stealth tactics befitting of a detective agency might actually be viable.

It's too dark to make out any facial features, but the dry smirk is almost audible.]

I have my pride, too. I won't let it be said that the Armed Detective Agency couldn't keep you safe.

[He takes out his phone, previously turned off for the sake of the secrecy of their meeting, and looks it over. The lack of signal isn't surprising, but the dim blue light filling the room makes him more distinctly aware of how little space there is between them. But shifting to make more room would end up nudging a trash can or a bucket, would be unnecessarily risky, just for some breathing room.]

There's a signal jammer at work. They're looking to cut us off from outside aid.

How long will it take for your agency to act if there's no contact from you?

[Certainly, an admirable notion but...]

We're hiding in here from a dim-witted group of thugs. I don't know about you, but my pride is already plenty bruised.

[On the bright side, Ango is pragmatic enough to appreciate someone else's stupidity if it means they get away with hiding until back-up arrives.

For now, Ango follows Kunikida's example and pulls out his phone only to come to the same conclusion, there is no signal. They have no way to call for help.]

I'm not sure. What about the Agency?

[For once, the good relationship between the Special Ability Department and the Armed Detective Agency is detrimental, his colleagues won't be particularly worried if the job takes a little longer than anticipated.

Putting his phone back into his pocket, Ango is reminded how small the space is. Even the light movement necessary causes him to press closer to Kunikida for a moment.]

[OOC: How do you feel about Brock and Steve?]

[ mccree will have to be sure to apologize to zenyatta later, once he and genji have had their time to reunite, catch up, and for him to find out that genji left in the middle of a meditation session with him. he'd feel bad (and actually does, just a tad), but it's been ages since he's personally seen genji. mccree keeps walking around, waiting for genji's reply. he stops at the cliffside, watching the open sea stretch out before him when he hears the tell-tale sign that the person he was waiting on has responded back.

mccree smiles, openly, before he replies back. ]

you know, i always did like the view. sea as far as i can see.

[ he's eager, to say the least. and he can't help bouncing on the balls of his feet as he waits for some sort of response. genji was always fast, and he knows that the man could have only grown faster during their time apart. ]

Certain members go up and missing for several days without notice. We just let it happen.

[That's not actually true for himself. Or anyone besides a single specific member. Furthermore Kunikida is without a doubt the single most reliable person in the unit for keeping to a set schedule. There are only two potential reasons for him not to return in a timely manner: being overpowered by some terrifyingly powerful force of nature heralding a threat to Yokohama and perhaps the entire nation, or the "certain member" in question's machinations. They consistently assume the latter.

But it's the easiest way to explain why they're on their own: even supposing he's missing, despite what he looks like, Kunikida is one of the more combat oriented of the bunch. The problem is that he's more oriented to one on one. Sheer numbers, especially with someone else to protect, become a problem; all the more for his insistence on non-lethal methods. Which brings him to point two.]

Do you work out?

[No matter how tactical and practical his thoughts behind the question, it comes a lot like a pick-up line. He realizes it as soon as it leaves his mouth.]

[ Genji had grown faster after the years, and quite impatient even if his Masters teachings lectured otherwise. there were just some things time got in the way of.

the neon green sprint zipped through the Gibralta levels like a hot knife on butter, until it stopped by the main entrance. Athena had everything locked pretty well, but Genji wouldn't take it past her to allow the old comrade in without problem.

then, the beep started again. with a collecting glance, Genji paused to read it over. the green visor looked up, and off to the near by distance where he noticed the far off, but familiar shape. ] .... ....

[ tucking the communicator away, the cyborg stared from where he stood. the growing sensation on his chest blossoming into a growing fondness he hadn't felt in some time.

Genji had spent many of his atoning hours imagining meeting old friends again, but when it came to McCree, it was always different. ]

you're late. [ he called out, standing at some distance but enough to be heard. there was no scorn in the cyborgs voice, it was light, airy and somewhat bemused.

Genji stood silent, prosthetic arms folded, watching his old partner and trying his best to hide the fact he was giving the cowboy a good looking over; he'd grown taller, his back broader, it could just be the serape-- and the hat was different. it suited him. ]

[Ango really shouldn’t be surprised. They are on their own now, and judging by what he can see of Kunikuda’s expression, they reached the same conclusion. If they want to get out any time soon, they’ll have to take care of it themselves. ]

..What?

[Startled, Ango blinks up at Kunikida. The sudden change in topic throws him off for a moment until his brain catches up with the intention behind his words and Ango is grateful that the dim light should hide some of his almost flustered expression. It’s unprofessional, and he should know better.]

I do. I'm able to defend myself but I'm not sure how much help I am against a group.

[While Ango can handle himself in combat, he’s not a fighter. Judging by what he saw of their opponents, he probably could take out one, maybe two. He’s painfully aware that that’s not exactly helpful in the situation. Luckily, his strengths lie elsewhere.

Reaching out, Ango gently taps Kunikida’s chest in the place, where the other man keeps his notebook hidden.]

Can you make a stun grenade with this?

[Another thing to be thankful for; despite the momentary pause, he isn't accused of some inappropriate double entendre. The low light as well as Kunikida's pointed look away assure Ango's expression goes fully unseen. It's not until the tap that he glances down again, reaching to take out said notebook, along with a pen.]

I can. Once we make any big moves, the entire group will center in on us, though. So, be ready for that and stay close to me.

[Already within are several pages with anticipated items pre-writ. And while it's dark, he happens to know his notebook well enough to finger through to the page with his own weapon of choice without needing extra light. Even without activating it yet, it's best to keep on hand, before turning to a blank page to begin writing the requested item.]

Understood.

[In the dim light, he follows Kunikida's example, pulling a gun out from under his coat. He might not be a sharpshooter but his aim is far from bad.]

So, what's the plan?

[This is Kunikida's expertise and from what Ango knows the other man is quite good at his job. Good enough, at least, that Ango feels comfortable letting Kunikida decide their course of action.]

[ that's the thing about being fast and getting faster, you always gotta go fast. he's sure that tracer got the same issue about impatience, and unfortunately she doesn't have a master like zenyatta to try and slow her down.

that was the good thing about the recall, athena knew to expect him. of course he had to prove it was him when he showed up, but that wasn't too hard. not too many people walk around dressed like him (which is a bit of a shame, if you ask him).

the sound of genji's voice doesn't surprise him. he's been imagining hearing it again for years. he was afraid, a little, that he'd forgotten what he sounded like. but hearing it again? it brought back all the memories of the time they spent together. sure, it wasn't all sunshine and roses, but they're not ones that mccree would trade for anything.

he sounds lighter now, happier. mccree turns back, facing genji, smile on his face easy for him to see. ]

Mighty sorry about that. Ended up getting tied up more than I thought.

But you care to join me? [ he tilts his head back to the view ] Always did think the view was better seen with someone than by yourself.

[ there was something about genji that had changed, a broadened spectrum of what life, and happiness could be. besides the fancy new armor and sweatpants, there had been very few who could say they knew the genji from the past. besides his brother, there was only jesse.

but, keeping up with appearances was part of the game between them-- the ninja stayed poised, arms firmly folded across alloy chest. holding a light indifferent silence as he looked the other man over, gleaming visor that stayed locked on mccree...

for a cowboy he was pretty good at the whole disappearing thing. ]

right [ genjis head slanted half an inch to the left ] something about "unfinished business" sounds like it would... take a way.

[ arms unfolding, genji strode closer without hesitation at the invitation. stopping a few feet away as he admired the setting sky behind the cowboy who, against all of his petty stubbornness, looked pretty heroic in the scene.

jesse looked tired, but it looked good on him, like a shiny worn sword that's seen battle too many times, but laid victorious nonetheless. the smile lines by his eyes, they looked like Reyes' own.

there had been plenty of change on the cowboy, enough for genji to stare for hours. but nothing stood out more than the prosthetic arm-- genjis visor lit up, slowly coming closer to inspect. a tentative hand moving to touch, but waiting nonetheless- for permission. ] oh, jesse. your arm.

[ genji mourned for his friend, he was no stranger to loss of any type. the visor tilted up, waiting. ] i thought the cyborg thing, was my thing?

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