[Balthazar's rather pleased he can get away with the nickname. Some people are touchy about these things.
He's grinning when he returns with the supplies, riding the wave of subtle praise.] Good choice. That's my preference, as well.
[He sits on the edge of the tub, shivering at the cold porcelain on sensitive skin, and guides Gabriel a couple inches forward so he can slip in with him.]
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He's grinning when he returns with the supplies, riding the wave of subtle praise.] Good choice. That's my preference, as well.
[He sits on the edge of the tub, shivering at the cold porcelain on sensitive skin, and guides Gabriel a couple inches forward so he can slip in with him.]