poly_chromatic | accidental video: (Backdated to prenup curse)

[It’s accidental video. The device is set on the coffee table and it’s filming at a slight angle. Charlie and Merlin are sitting on the couch in the house. Her legs are over his lap and his arm is around her shoulders. They have paperwork in their hands and there’s something about it that they find ridiculously amusing.]

I just see no point in these things. It’s like...it’s like people have given up on their marriage before it even started and I know that’s not the case most of the time. They just seem stupid.

[She leans her head on his shoulder, lowering her own stack of papers.]

I’m pretty amused at how quickly people reach for these when they’re planning on getting married.

[Merlin purses his lips as if in thought for a moment before he gives a soft snort of laughter.]

It’s like things only really matter on the very day and then you can sort of drop them, like this, isn’t it? If you want to be really sceptical.

Exactly. It’s stupid. If you have your doubts, why marry at all? [Charlie shrugs, looking at Merlin.] I don’t have any doubts. In case you were wondering. The only problem I have is you’re a blanket hog. But that’s really it.

[She really can’t help but tease, especially since Charlie isn’t even a fan of blankets. She’s warm enough without so the whole blanket hogging? It doesn’t exist and even if it did, it wouldn’t even be a bother. Charlie’s just being a brat.]

I have a problem with your teasing. You’re almost as bad as Arthur.

[Which means he doesn’t have a problem with it at all, because just as it is with him and Arthur, it’s something him and Charlie do.]

[And Charlie’s laughing just slightly, raising an eyebrow and looking at Merlin in mock-annoyance.]

Is that so? If we’re so awful to each other now, maybe we should fill this out.

[And because she’s just so horrid to him, she kisses him quickly, resting her chin on his shoulder for a moment.] I get the animals and all of my cooking equipment.

[Merlin frowns.]

Shadow’s mine, Edmund left him to me. He comes with the house.

Well, I know he’s yours. I wouldn’t take him from you. I’m not that mean.

[He sniffs.]

Good.

[And he’s just struggling not to smile at this point.]

[So is Charlie. She chews her lower lip slightly, straightening and crossing her arms over her chest.]

Phantom’d miss Shadow, though. And Hypnos’d miss Arthur. It’s probably best we just stay together, despite the awful behavior.

[With a grimace, Merlin gives a suffering sigh.]

Fine. I guess we have no choice.

[Which is apparently his limit, as he starts laughing through his nose after that.]

Wonderful.

[Charlie’s grinning, looking the happiest she’s looked in quite some time. And she meant it when she said wonderful. The prenup forms are tossed onto the table. This is enough to get the attention of one of the animals who chases the papers, knocking them and the networking device to the floor. It shows a shot of the ceiling for a second before shutting off.]

[ooc:This is Charlie. This is Merlin. Backdated to the prenup curse.]

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I wish I had some popcorn...

Ack! [Fucking Christ. Stupid networking piece of...] Hi, darling! How are you? Popcorn for what?

This fascinating display, of course!

[She's in too good a mood to be angry.] You're mocking us, aren't you?

A little, yeah. But I'd probably still subscribe to your soap opera digest. [She's really nosy about Merlin. :(]

[She laughs slightly. It's evident in her voice that she's smiling.]

I would, too, if I were you. I hear we're amusing.

Young love is so refreshing to witness! Ah, it must be nice. Stars in your eyes and all...

[They're like this even when not cursed. Get a lot of popcorn ready, honey.]

Yeah. It's...exciting.

[Right. Curse. He's still a bit concerned all the same. But, time to play along again.]

You guys are sure this isn't too soon, right? And I get to go to the wedding?

Considering how quickly people come and go in the City, I sort of think this is the best time. And I sure hope you're there, little brother. I'd be sad if you weren't.

As long as you're sure. [Really hopes they're just cursed. Otherwise he'd be mad at himself for not pointing out, 'What if one of you leaves? Will the other stay married? Or treat it like they're widowed?']

Of course I'll go. As long as you want me there, I'll be there.

[Charlie'll think about that when she's not cursed. Right now? It's probably best to not ask that.]

You're the first person I'd invite.

Good.

I should get to know Merlin-san better, anyway. Especially if you two are to be married.

What about during our next dinner and game night?

Yes, I would like that.

You live with him now, right? That would make it easier.

I do, yes. I live with him and his friend, Arthur.

Then.... [Slightly uncomfortable. He's still shy.] I should meet them. Next game night I'll go over there and you can introduce me.

[She knows. That's why she'll talk to Merlin beforehand.]

I'm looking forward to it.

[He's being all brave and determined about it, though!]

So am I. [Even if he's nervous.] And maybe I can catch up and find out what else happened while I was away. Or tell you what else I did while I was home.

I'm definitely interested in hearing about it.

[Mainly the bit about him being kidnapped. This still bothers her greatly.]

Anything in particular you want for dinner? Or do you want to help me make something?

[Yeah, he's been avoiding that. Even though he knows he probably should tell her some about it.]

I want to help you make something. Anything is good. I just want to learn how to better cook for myself. I'm getting tired of the same things, and I have a limited cooking knowledge.

[ Oh.

Of course. There's no point in even being surprised at this point. ]

What for?

[ The most innocent tone. ]

I don't think it is.

Charlie and I are going to be fine.

To look at. [Wait, no. That wasn't even a funny joke. Whatever, she'll just run with it.]

[ Shh, he'll run with it too. ]

Are they fascinating?

[He can guess this is Merlin, but he's still a little shy in his response.]

She said the same, so if you're both on the same page I can believe that.

[ Maybe the added cheerfulness to his tone can help with that. ]

Good! I'd marry her either way, but it's nice. To have the blessings of her friends.

[Still shy.]

If you're serious about it, of course you would feel that way. I still haven't really met you, though. [There's already a meeting in place, so he doesn't need to make another one - he's grateful for that. But now maybe he should bring the that fact up?]

That's easily fixed.

Yes. Charlie-san said we could have a dinner over there? We have a regular game night, or we did before I left the City for a while. She said we could meet then.

Sounds like a plan.

Then I look forward to it.

Oh, very! I could watch them all day, even.

Ken's more family than friend.

Me too.

[ Ah. ]

All the more important, then.

Glad you're enjoying, then.

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