[the nails on his chest sting for just a moment, but that's neither here or there. it's the purring that Dohalim could almost swear he's hearing, which only encourages to lave attention against Aether's ears and tail.
honestly, he really should introduce himself if they're going to end up in particular situations, but he can't think of anything else but offering those scritches... except to suddenly wrap his arm around Aether suddenly. it's a swift, smooth motion as he spins them around, leaning his back against the spring wall, sinking into the water deep enough so he can pull him into his lap. there we go, it's easier to get to that tail and ears if Aether's completely leaning against him]
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honestly, he really should introduce himself if they're going to end up in particular situations, but he can't think of anything else but offering those scritches... except to suddenly wrap his arm around Aether suddenly. it's a swift, smooth motion as he spins them around, leaning his back against the spring wall, sinking into the water deep enough so he can pull him into his lap. there we go, it's easier to get to that tail and ears if Aether's completely leaning against him]