[ 'thank you' gets stuck somewhere in Rook's throat as he presses his lips to Jiho's spine, knowing that he means what he says about being careful. knows that he does not make promises lightly. and Rook knows that he cannot make Jiho promise to stop, not now. not yet (maybe never, but Rook hopes that one day they will be safe enough, that the world will be different enough, that he can dream). for now-- more careful is enough.]

I'm-- what? I mean, I know I'm luckier than any other being on this planet. [ and you bet your ass he is going to be as cheesy as fuck as he gives the assassin a pointed look.] I have you, so--

[ and yeah, maybe Rook kisses a little harder, a little deeper, smile blinding and bright when the kiss breaks to nose along the lines of Jiho's cheeks. there is a content noise in the back of his throat as he watches the other between heavy lidded eyes. he feels-- languid. a little hazy. almost like he might if his powers were in effect but not quiet because he still feels like himself.]

Hmmm, maybe. Usually... usually a bonding happens because someone wants... well they want my abilities. [ his body; lust and desire and dripping in gold. ] But your intention was... pure? I don't know what that means for my powers though.

[ a pause ]

Are you-- fuck, you've never seen me in my demonic form have you. Shit, I'm sorry.