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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby MythicDusk » 02/22/2018 7:03 PM

It had been a few weeks since Mack had met Sedimus. He hadn't forgotten about the other man. In fact, he was vaguely sure that the man wouldn't be coming back. He knew it took a long time to learn sign. The only reason he knew it so well was, well, he'd grown up with it. It was his first language, in a sense.

He jumped as the car he was working on let out a blaring honk, thumping his head on the open hood. He let out a soundless groan as he pulled his hands away, the sound cutting off immediatley, taking off his gloves and rubbing the part of his head he hit.

He wasn't going to be able to focus properly if he kept letting his mind wander to Sed. He sighed softly as he drew a pack of cigarettes from his pocket, stepping outside the garage to light it.




I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through




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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby Kylo » 02/22/2018 7:12 PM

He probably could have come sooner, but he had wanted to make sure he knew enough to be able to hold a full conversation first. He had studied relentlessly practicing as frequently as possible to get the motions correct. He didn't want to accidentally say the wrong thing to Mack and upset him.

His car pulled into the garage's driveway, slowing to a stop. Sedimus put it in park and stepped with some food and drinks in a bag hanging from his shoulder. Nothing fancy just some sandwiches and some soda. He was a little bit early but he couldn't keep himself from waiting anymore. He closed the door and walked over to Mack with a smile and a wave.

'Hello, how are you?' he signed carefully, making sure to make the correct facial features along with the question. 'Sorry I took so long,' he continued.

(Sed-16)


You can't wake up, this is not a dream
You're part of a machine, you are not a human being
With your face all made up, living on a screen
Low on self-esteem, so you run on gasoline

I think there's a flaw in my code
(Oh, ooh-oh, ooh-oh, oh)
These voices won't leave me alone
Well, my heart is gold and my hands are cold

Are you deranged like me?
Are you strange like me?
Lighting matches just to swallow up the flame like me?
Do you call yourself a fucking hurricane like me?
Pointing fingers 'cause you'll never take the blame like me?
"Gasoline" by Halsey



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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby MythicDusk » 02/22/2018 7:15 PM

Mack's heart seemed to stop when he saw Sedimus. It beat again twice as hard when he saw his careful, deliberate hand motions. He could hear the blood in his ears, feel the blush rising in his cheeks, extending down his neck and into his chest.

'You learned.'

It wasn't a question, it wasn't a statement. It was the motions of someone in awe.

'You learned, for me?'


His hands were shaking, a silent swallow tugging at his throat as he let out a soft laugh, sniffing slightly and willing the tears away.

'Nobody has ever learned for me.'

He didn't know what to say.




I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through




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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby Kylo » 02/22/2018 7:25 PM

His smiled broadened as he stopped right in front of Mack.

'Yes, of course.'

He set the bag down and continued signing.

'I did say I liked you.'

At hearing that no one had ever learned for him before he stepped closer and gently pulled Mack into a short hug before leaning back and signing again.

'They don't know what they're missing out on. You're worth learning for.'

He smiled softly again as he rubbed Mack's shoulders gently. He was too sweet and seeing him like this made Sedimus feel protective of him.

(Sed-17)


You can't wake up, this is not a dream
You're part of a machine, you are not a human being
With your face all made up, living on a screen
Low on self-esteem, so you run on gasoline

I think there's a flaw in my code
(Oh, ooh-oh, ooh-oh, oh)
These voices won't leave me alone
Well, my heart is gold and my hands are cold

Are you deranged like me?
Are you strange like me?
Lighting matches just to swallow up the flame like me?
Do you call yourself a fucking hurricane like me?
Pointing fingers 'cause you'll never take the blame like me?
"Gasoline" by Halsey



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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby MythicDusk » 02/22/2018 7:42 PM

Mack batted his tears away, grinning up at Sed. He let himself sink into Sed's hold, pressing his cheek against his chest as he enjoyed the warmth.

After a moment he pulled away, cocking an eyebrow with a smirk.

'You can speak you know. I don't have a voice, I'm not deaf.'

Slowly, he pulled away having stubbed out his cigarette when Sed stepped out of the car. He motioned him to follow as he went back inside the garage, motioning to the car in an indication he needed to finish his work before he left.




I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through




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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby Kylo » 02/22/2018 7:58 PM

He smiled and chuckled.

"Yeah, I know."

He followed Mack after picking up his bag again, making sure to stand out of his way as he watched the mechanic return to the car. It was amazing to watch him work, he was used to designs and numbers and rarely got to see people actually put his designs together or repair them. It was fascinating to him. Not to mention watching him lean over the car was nice too.

"Okay Sed don't start that again."

(Sed-18)


You can't wake up, this is not a dream
You're part of a machine, you are not a human being
With your face all made up, living on a screen
Low on self-esteem, so you run on gasoline

I think there's a flaw in my code
(Oh, ooh-oh, ooh-oh, oh)
These voices won't leave me alone
Well, my heart is gold and my hands are cold

Are you deranged like me?
Are you strange like me?
Lighting matches just to swallow up the flame like me?
Do you call yourself a fucking hurricane like me?
Pointing fingers 'cause you'll never take the blame like me?
"Gasoline" by Halsey



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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby MythicDusk » 02/22/2018 9:41 PM

Mack couldn't help his smile as he carefully leaned into the hood of thecar, tapping his foot in time with the quiet radio he had bought a while ago.

It took him roughly fifteen minutes to finish his work before he leaned back out of the car, opening the door and slipping into the drivers seat, turning over the engine and testing the accelerator with a grin. The engine purred beautifully, it roared when the accelerator was pressed, a song of good worksmanship.

He turned off the engine, sighing delightedly as he shut the door and pulled the hood shut, grinning at Sed to show he was done.




I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through




Jax Jones ft. Years & Years - Play


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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby Kylo » 02/23/2018 1:11 AM

Sedimus smiled back as Mack left the car and held up his bag.

"I brought us food and drink."

He smiled as he walked over to Mack and offered a hand for him to take, hoping he would. It'd be so nice if they held hands again like the first time they met. It had been so comforting and Sedimus had admittedly thought about it often while he was studying these past few weeks.

"It's sandwiches and some soda, nothing fancy."

(Sed-19)


You can't wake up, this is not a dream
You're part of a machine, you are not a human being
With your face all made up, living on a screen
Low on self-esteem, so you run on gasoline

I think there's a flaw in my code
(Oh, ooh-oh, ooh-oh, oh)
These voices won't leave me alone
Well, my heart is gold and my hands are cold

Are you deranged like me?
Are you strange like me?
Lighting matches just to swallow up the flame like me?
Do you call yourself a fucking hurricane like me?
Pointing fingers 'cause you'll never take the blame like me?
"Gasoline" by Halsey



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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby MythicDusk » 02/23/2018 1:46 AM

Mack smiled wide, taking his hand and tangling his fingers with Sed's. He nudged Sed gently, playfully with his shoulder, running his thumb over Sed's hand. He playfully brought Sed's hand, fingers entwined with his own up to his lips, softly kissing his fingers with a teasing smirk before tilting his head towards his office.

The temperature had been dropping and the last thing Mack wanted to do was sit outside. He rose a hand to sign to Sed one-handed.

'I still can't believe you came back. I still can't believe you learned sign for me.'




I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through




Jax Jones ft. Years & Years - Play


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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby Kylo » 02/23/2018 10:32 PM

Sedimus blushed as Mack pressed a kiss to his fingers and smiled widely. He softly nudged Mack back, and brought his hand up to press a kiss to Mack's fingers. He looked at the office and nodded.

"You're worth it, Mack. I want to be with you, so learning sign isn't a problem or a hardship. It's just doing the right thing."

His smiled turned soft and he rubbed his thumb over Mack's hand gently as he looked at him sincerely. He really did want to be with him. He followed him hand in hand to the office.

(Sed-20)


You can't wake up, this is not a dream
You're part of a machine, you are not a human being
With your face all made up, living on a screen
Low on self-esteem, so you run on gasoline

I think there's a flaw in my code
(Oh, ooh-oh, ooh-oh, oh)
These voices won't leave me alone
Well, my heart is gold and my hands are cold

Are you deranged like me?
Are you strange like me?
Lighting matches just to swallow up the flame like me?
Do you call yourself a fucking hurricane like me?
Pointing fingers 'cause you'll never take the blame like me?
"Gasoline" by Halsey



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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby MythicDusk » 02/23/2018 10:55 PM

Mack found himself blushing at Sedimus' look of sincerity, looking at the floor with a smile.

He led Sed into his office, wincing slightly in embarassment at the sight of the numerous car parts littering his office. Some boxes of spark plugs, a muffler leaning against his wall, a broken stereo laying on his desk, pulled open with a screwdriver sitting next to it, electrical components scattered around it. It was obviously in a state of mid-repair.

'I dabble in car electronics too, sometimes. I'm not that good but its a hobby.' He signed shyly, scratching at his cheek softly in a nervous, embarrased motion.




I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through




Jax Jones ft. Years & Years - Play


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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby Kylo » 02/23/2018 11:08 PM

Mack signed a word Sedimus didn't recognize and he stared for a moment before trying to sign it back. It was 'electronics'.

"That sign, what does it mean? Finger spell it please?"

He didn't want to look stupid but it wasn't something he had seen in his studies so far, but granted it wasn't like he could master the language completely in just a few shirt weeks. He was blushing a bit in embarrassment at not knowing but couldn't really help it.

He barely noticed the messy room, too concentrated on Mack and what he was signing.

(Sed-21)


You can't wake up, this is not a dream
You're part of a machine, you are not a human being
With your face all made up, living on a screen
Low on self-esteem, so you run on gasoline

I think there's a flaw in my code
(Oh, ooh-oh, ooh-oh, oh)
These voices won't leave me alone
Well, my heart is gold and my hands are cold

Are you deranged like me?
Are you strange like me?
Lighting matches just to swallow up the flame like me?
Do you call yourself a fucking hurricane like me?
Pointing fingers 'cause you'll never take the blame like me?
"Gasoline" by Halsey



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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby MythicDusk » 02/23/2018 11:13 PM

Mack felt his heart swell, a lump forming in his throat as a grin split his feautres. He was asking for clarification. He was asking for finger-spelling, not for it to be written out on a pad of paper. He was willing to learn an entire vocabulary, an entire language, for the ease of Mack.

Mack had never felt so special in his life.

'E-L-E-C-T-R-O-N-I-C-S'

He spelled carefully, tears of gratitude still in his eyes.

'Thank you, so much. I can't explain how important this is to me.'

He swallowed slightly, a silent laugh echoing from his throat as he quickly wiped his eyes.




I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through




Jax Jones ft. Years & Years - Play


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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby Kylo » 02/23/2018 11:33 PM

"Thank you."

He moved forward and gently run a thumb across his cheek to swipe at a tear he missed. He smiled softly at him.

"You don't have to keep thanking me," he said quietly as he continued to rub his thumb across Mack's cheek.

Sedimus looked like a lovesick puppy as he gazed down at Mack, trying to calm the other man down. He understood why he was tearful but it strangely hurt to see him cry, even if it was out of happiness. It just didn't seem right to see tears in the man's eyes.

(Sed-22)


You can't wake up, this is not a dream
You're part of a machine, you are not a human being
With your face all made up, living on a screen
Low on self-esteem, so you run on gasoline

I think there's a flaw in my code
(Oh, ooh-oh, ooh-oh, oh)
These voices won't leave me alone
Well, my heart is gold and my hands are cold

Are you deranged like me?
Are you strange like me?
Lighting matches just to swallow up the flame like me?
Do you call yourself a fucking hurricane like me?
Pointing fingers 'cause you'll never take the blame like me?
"Gasoline" by Halsey



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Re: Of Mechanics and Men [[Me & Kylo, M]]

Postby MythicDusk » 02/23/2018 11:41 PM

Mack smiled, sniffing slightly before giving a huffing laugh, reaching up to touch Sed's hand as it cupped his cheek.

'Kiss me?'

His signing was nervous, shaking, his eyes hopeful as he raised his eyebrows slightly. He licked his lips slightly, letting a huff of anxious air escape from between his teeth. A part of him couldn't believe what he had asked. They barely knew eachother. Mack only knew his name.

But he learned an entire language for him. He seemed so honest and heartfelt, and Mack, for all of his brave talk of never needing a partner, found himself praying, hoping that he would kiss him.




I want it to be you, ooh
Diving into my ocean
A brand new emotion come true, ooh
Don't let this night, don't let this night go

How long 'til you play me the song
That will make me belong to you?
One dance with my baby tonight
And we'll dance 'til the night is through




Jax Jones ft. Years & Years - Play


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