ximilialog | OPEN // december catch-all log

Hah, you don't say... [ Kisses are something he only wants to share with Gamora since they started dating years ago, but the mistletoe is a cute, silly tradition. He's not bothered in the slightest, he finds the whole thing pretty amusing, and cheek kisses are just fine. Plus Jim's a handsome guy and Peter likes him, there are worse people to kiss out there.

He leans in as well, not because he's about to kiss Jim immediately, but because he wants to make sure no one else hears them. He's smiling still, though, his general mood much more cheerful these days than when Jim first met him. Peter's got a good reason for that, and it has nothing to do with Christmas. ]

Did I ever tell you that my girlfriend is here? Alive and well, and she remembers me and everything. If you see a gorgeous green lady with black to red ombre hair, that's her. I'm making her a Christmas present, we share a room and I don't want Gamora to find it but the place is really small. Would you mind keeping it in your room until Christmas's Eve?

Yes, I've heard something about that, [ He smiles. He's yet to meet her, but he did see her broadcast, and thought she looked eerily familiar. Of course it was easy to tell that she wasn't Uhura, but all the features, and her voice as well, were very much alike. It's a little trippy, he has to admit.

But then he's met a guy here who looks like an older, rougher version of Bones, so. ]

Ah. No, of course not, Peter. Is it very big? If so, I might need to let Bones know about it. But it'll be fine either way, I can keep it for you.

Really? You haven't tried to flirt with my girlfriend, have you?

[ Peter is mostly joking. Mostly. He's still smiling, because this is Jim and now Thor, and his jealousy streak is a bit more subdued, but he would be legit worried if Jim decided to woo his lady. A handsome captain with a crew that actually listens to them, now that would be a novelty for Gamora. But Peter's still in a too good mood to worry too much. ]

Oh no, not very big at all, I have it in this bag. I haven't wrapped it yet, I'm thinking of doing something extra. And thank you, Jim. I can show it to you, but you need to promise me not to laugh. Oh, you and the good Doctor are rooming together?

[ Yeah, that's only convincing Peter further that they're dating. He landed on that conclusion after his talk with McCoy, and also because Peter is the kind of hopeless romantic who only needs people with good chemistry interacting for him to start shipping them. ]

[ Jim lets out a soft laugh at that. ]

I have the distinct notion, from what I've seen and from what you've told me, that she might legitimately stab me if I tried anything with her. But no, I haven't even talked to her— and I wouldn't flirt with her, I know you guys are... [ He gestures vaguely towards Peter. ] I wouldn't do that to you. I'd much rather flirt with you, anyway.

[ See, if there's anything that's a shame about all this is that Jim doesn't get to hit on Peter, but that's alright. He's got plenty other people to aim his sights towards, most of whom are equally interested, so. ]

Yeah, Bones and I share a room. Alright, come on, let's see it!

[ Of course he won't laugh. Probably. Anyway, he's far too curious for his own good, so he tries to peer into the bag even before Peter takes the gift out. ]

I do alright with crafts, if you want I can help you with ideas for wrapping it up.

Stab you? Nah, not at first. But she might knee you in the groin, and her aim is surprisingly good.

[ It's said with a slightly pained smile this time. Peter knows what he's talking about, unfortunately. Of course, the Gamora that is around the station is not the one that kicked him after the battle of Thanos, but she is the one that did try to kill him when they first meet. Good times, those. Certainly a story to tell their kids, if they ever had them. Peter expression softens at Jim's words, and he pats the man's shoulder in a friendly gesture. ]

Thanks, much appreciated. [ Of course, he ends laughing too when Jim mentions flirting with him. ] Well, I am quite the catch. I don't want to brag, but I'm a world champion hugger, and I'd share the last slice of pizza with you.

[ Peter gets a little more bashful once Jim gets interested in the gift and he after a beat he holds it up, so it's easier for Jim to look inside. What he will see is a knitted mess that resembles a scarf. A very, very, very long scarf that was made with more enthusiasm than skill. Peter had no idea about where one decides to stop when making a scarf, and he kept on going until he finished a few balls of yarn. ]

I knitted it myself, and I was thinking about making a matching hat. Viveca gave me some audiobooks and everything. [ HE TRIED HIS BEST, OKAY. It's only that his best kind of sucks. Peter is definitely a better baker than knitter. ]Do you? Because the only good I am with wrapping paper is good at breaking it. I'd welcome the help, since I was mostly going to go YOLO and hope for the best.

[ He learned new slang and more emojis here in the station, Peter thinks it's great. ]

Ouch. I don't know if that makes it better or worse.

[ Just kidding, the stabbing is worse. But only by a little, really. Either way, Jim's not planning on putting the safety of his nether regions to the test, just like he's not ever the type to hit on someone who doesn't want it, anyway. At least not anymore.

Anyway, he rolls his eyes and groans a little at Peter's bragging. ] Okay, I take it back. You're making it very easy for me not to want to hit on you anymore.

[ Teasing aside, he peers into the bag with curiosity, letting out a surprised sound at what he sees. ]

Peter! That looks so cute. Why would I laugh at you?

[ Even if it was hideous, which it isn't, it would be a gift made by Peter, and that has more worth than literally anything else he could get Gamora. If she loves him as much as Peter loves her, she's going to be absolutely delighted by it. ]

Alright, you got a deal. When you get the time, we can do some gift wrapping together. I still need to figure out what I'm giving everyone myself, but maybe in a couple weeks, would that work for you?

[ He tilts his head then, squinting a little. ] What's YOLO?

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It's worse. I've been stabbed before, and I think I prefer it. [ It's a bit less humiliating, if more life-threatening. But those are Pete's priorities. That groan has Peter answering with a laugh, and then a look of mock offense. He wasn't bragging that badly! He was joking, mostly. ] What, you don't like cuddles? Clearly, our love is already having a rough start, Jim.

[ The Guardian seems to relax at getting Jim's approval about his present. He knows he's not very good with this, first time knitting and all, but he did work hard on it. ]

Really? Do you think she will like it then? I...Well, knitting isn't something guys like me are expected to do, you know?

[ Whatever 'guys like me' means in this context is a mystery, Peter knows that he wouldn't hear the end of it if Yondu and Rocket were here to see what he did. Peter already likes to cook, so sing and to dance, which are hobbies that the Ravagers had time understanding. It's nice to talk to someone who's less narrow-minded about what "a real man"- as some people out there in the galaxy would put it- should or should not be doing. ]

That works! Thanks, I will owe you a big one. Do you need help coming up with ideas for presents? We could brainstorm those. YOLO actually means: 'You only live once. I first thought it was the same things as 'Carpe diem', seize the day and all...but people nowadays use it more in the sense of 'I'm doing to do this things in whatever way I can, and see what happens'. Like, winging it.

[ Jim is doubtful of that preference, but hey, to each their own. Either way, doesn't sound like fun, so he'll avoid both things as best as he can. ] Champion hugger is still a pretty big claim. Not sure I buy you on that. I've got pretty good references, myself.

[ He winks, just to make it clear he's joking. But his focus has shifted to Peter's gift now. He raises his eyebrows a little at that comment, a bit confused. ]

And what are guys like you expected to do, then?

[ Genuinely curious, while also understanding all too well that retrograde way of thinking that persisted on Earth for a long while. Thankfully it's not something Jim's had to ever grow up or live with, but he's not entirely ignorant to how things used to be, once upon a time.

That said, Jim's the last person that would rib Peter for taking on this hobby, or any hobby that wouldn't be considered 'manly'. Whatever the fuck that means. ]

That's alright, I'll think of something. Thank you, [ He dips his head, letting out a soft hum at Peter's explanation. ] That does seem to have more of a chaotic energy to it, yeah. Sounds like the kind of thing I'd have said ten years ago.

[ Except in his case now, it's more like YOLT... aha. Okay yeah, not gonna say that one out loud. ]

[ Jim has never been kicked by a girlfriend with a temper and body enhancements that made her strong as hell. But if both options can be avoided, he will much prefer not to be kicked or stabbed. ]

I'm amenable any day to show you my hugging abilities.

[ He knows Jim's joking, it's a thing they do, and Peter grins back after that wink. They are adults, really. His expression turns more sheepish at Jim's question, and he fidgets a little with the bag. ]

Well...Maybe wrestle a bear or something? Hell if I know, but the Ravagers were always kind of assholes towards those they perceived as weak or easy to target. They didn't approve of this sort of hobbies.

[ Peter needed to give them as little ammunition as possible while growing up. He didn't always manage. Ah, if it was only earthians who had that stupid mindset. Sadly, there are other cultures all across space that thought in similar terms. This makes it all the more meaningful when Jim doesn't seem to mind and actually encourages Peter's knitting. ]

No problem, good luck. And yes, it does, that's why it sounds fun. Makes me think of how my team behaves. [ Oh Jim...Peter would worry if he heard that, even if it would be accurate for him too, considering that he died once. He looks up, smiling. ]

So...mistletoe.

Really, now. Then I mustn't be much of a normal guy myself. Never wrestled a bear, and I like flowers.

[ Not that he's ever gave a crap about those kinds of toxic notions. He'll be himself, and not really care for what others might have to say about it.

Anyway— as Peter leads them back to the original subject that brought us here, he glances up and his smile widens, eyes bright with amusement as he looks back to Peter. ]

Right. Mistletoe.

[ He steps closer, hands resting lightly on Peter's shoulders, fingers tracing along the collar of his jacket. ]

Guess I better release you from bad luck, huh?

[ Leaning in, he presses the lightest of kisses on Peter's lips, innocent and almost friendly in how quick it happens. ]

There you go.

[ Peter laughs, but the answer does make him feel better. ]

Maybe we will get the chance to breathe some wildlife during our next mission, I'm not too worried about it. And flowers are nice, we don't see nearly enough of those while in space.

[ Not unless they crash in planets who have then, and even then, with the Guardian's luck, those often end being carnivorous or poisonous. When Jim moves a step closer, Peter swings his bag a little more to the left so it's not in the way and gives him a smile. ]

If you please, Mr. Prince Charming. [ He leans in when Jim moves and the press of lips is light enough that Peter doesn't feel guilty for it - He still has to explain this tradition to Gamora, and he's not sure how she would take it- and it leaves him more amused than anything. ]

Such a gentleman, Jim. [ Peter shakes his head and grins, then adds. ] Let me give it a try. [ He leans in but instead of kissing Jim's lips, he goes for his cheek with an over-the-top and loud MUAH!Kiss. Then he leans back, grinning and patting Jim's cheek. ] There you go.

[ Jim does like wildlife, and the outdoors too, but he has no interest in harming animals at all. Flowers would be nice, though. If only he could bring back something that would survive in a space station...

But he digresses. Right now there's this tradition to uphold, which of course he wouldn't give a damn about if Peter was uncomfortable, but he seems to take it in stride and not get uncomfortable with the light kiss.

In fact, the kiss he gets back catches him by surprise, and he lets out a delighted little laugh as Peter grabs him and gives him a loud smooch on his forehead. He grins wide, giving Peter's chest a light swat. ]

You're unbelievable. But yeah, I think that does it, [ He says with amusement, eyes bright as he steps aside to let Peter through. ] I believe you're now freed from the curse of the mistletoe.

[ Peter has always liked animals, and he's not really fond of hurting them without a good reason. His best friend is a raccoon, after all. But they don't have to worry about that now. The laugh Jim lets out is immensely satisfying, and Peter only grins sharply at being called unbelievable. ]

Yep, we're good now. I'll come pesters you some more once I have Gamora's present ready, thank you again for helping me hide. Until then, enjoy the mistletoe madness.

[ Peter is sure Jim will have fun with it, and make plenty of other people happy with kisses. He waves the man goodbye before leaving to work on the rest of his Christmas presents. ]

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