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[twoton_twentyone]

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[revmeup]

[ Harley wrapped her arms and legs around him, clinging like a baby koala, and buried her face into the crook of his shoulder. ]

Ohmigosh I missed you so much! I'm never gonna let go!

[twoton_twentyone]

[ He didn't even care that the receptionist definitely recognized Harley or was looking at them funny. He kept his arms around her as she koala'd him. Just happy to have her there and holding her like this. It was adorable.]

You totally don't have too either, I can carry you upstairs like this.

[ Gary's tone clearly relieved to see he and happy at the same time. Her head is still on her shoulders. Good.]

[revmeup]

[ She mumbled a yaaaaay, muffled as it was with her face still pressed into his shirt. Seeing him again made her realize how much time had been spent about to die (pretty much constantly) since the last time they'd hung out (way too long ago). ]

Take me away from it all! And tell me all about what's new with you. I could do with hearing some good news.

[twoton_twentyone]

[ Gary didn't need to be told twice. Even if she was muffled on that yay. He stated to carry her with ease towards the elevator. ]

Anything you want, dude. Absolutely. Wow, I don't even know where to start.

[ The button pressed as he looked down at the top of her head.] Best place to start is... I'm not a hench anymore, not really. I got promoted to a level 10 villians with the Monarch. I'm still going by 21 unofficially though.

[ On paper he was now the Viceroy finally, but no one would ever call him that, despite years of trying.]

[revmeup]

[ Harley pulled back to look at him, absolutely lighting up. ]

Babe, that's amazing! You worked so hard for that!

[ She kissed him in her eagerness to celebrate. ]

[twoton_twentyone]

[ Gary had that goofy smile back on his face when she pulled back and lit up. He was so proud of hitting that level 10.]

Th..[ The thanks was swallowed up in the kiss. The elevator door opening as he backed them inside without letting go. He'd hit the bottom in a moment.]

[revmeup]

[ She ended the lip lock and dropped a little peck on the tip of his nose like punctuation. ]

I'm really proud of you.

[twoton_twentyone]

[ There was no denying the pride he had in that moment. Grinning at her as he pressed the 7 on the number pad.]

Thanks, Harley. It means a lot! We had to do a lot of bullshit to pull it off but after the Morpho stuff went to shit we had to be work fast. Oh fuck, yeah I gotta tell you about that later. Total mind fuck.

[revmeup]

What about not work stuff? How's house? How's your love life?

[twoton_twentyone]

Ohh, yeah, uh, the house is done and like stunning dude. Monarch even had a gate put up front. I'll shot you some pictures of you want. And still no love life but I'm totally fine with that, been busy, you know?

[ He offered as the elevator opened and he started to carry her towards the 3rd door. ]

Can you get the keycard? It's in my left jacket pocket.

[revmeup]

[ Harley frowned when he said he had been too busy for love. She knew she put more importance on it than most, but still! All her work setting him up for success! ]

It's my fault. I set the standard too high.

[ She fished out the keycard and twisted to open the door. ]

Nobody can compare after me.

[twoton_twentyone]

[ He gave a little amused noise at her response, not really too bothered by it.]

No, you gave me the perfect standard. Someone who's a friend, and also doesn't expect me to be anyone but myself. If that's too high, then I'll stay single.

[ He offered as he shifted them inside and kicked the door shut lightly once they were inside. The light was already on, his messenger bag laid on the bed, and the switch already set up.]

But, that one might be true. But, don't worry about that. I'm just happy to see you dude, it's been too long.

[ Or living with Malcolm and Sheila and seeing what a good romance looks like too. Both were factors.

Moving to the bed to sit, so he didn't have to put her down or risk her legs with a chair, a grin offered up her way. She was a sight for sore eyes.]

[revmeup]

[ She got a curious look in her eye when he said that. Damn, they really did get to be
... just ... people with each other. Not tools or weapons or henches or idealized fantasies in a spank bank.

Okay that last one might be a little more specific to her. ]

... Huh. Huh!

[twoton_twentyone]

[ It was one of his favorite things about hanging out with her. He wasn't 21, he wasn't anyone but himself. It was nice and rare.

Looking up at her when she spoke.]

Are you good, Harley? Did I say something wrong? [ Gary didn't look worried, but he was trying to read her expression. ]

[revmeup]

No, yeah... I mean, yeah I'm good, no you didn't do something wrong. Just got reminded of something.

[ Harley slid off his lap and flopped across the bed. ]

[twoton_twentyone]

[ He still looked confused a moment, but didn't say anything when she slid off his lap and flopped on the bed. Watching her a moment, he felt more at ease seeing her there and not dead. Though he knew he'd still talk to Sheila later. See if she knew anything about Nanobombs anyway.]

Well, as long as you're good, dude, that's all I care about. Want me to order us anything, or play a game?

[revmeup]

[ Harley first thought to apologize for not picking up dinner on the way before she realized that if Gary had gotten hungry while waiting he would have already ordered something. He was trying to take care of her.

Weird.

She tugged at his arm until he laid down next to her and then slipped her hand into his. ]

Not yet. I just want to, like, exist in the same space for a minute. It's been a really long time.

[twoton_twentyone]

[ Gary found himself looking at her again, just before she tugged his arm. Laying back with her, still in his jean jacket. That was fine, though. When Harley slipped her hand into his, he laced his fingers with her.

Offering a content smile, her way. ]

No complaints here, dude, it has been a long time.

[revmeup]

[ She squeezed his fingers and rolled on her side, curling into him. ]

Can I ask you something really stupid?

[twoton_twentyone]

[ That squeeze got a smile out of him. He would have curled up with her more, but he didn't want to unlace their hands. ]

Of course, what's up?

[revmeup]

[ She hesitated. Okay, so what if this was love? It wouldn't matter. She'd only ever be third best. Hench 4 Life. ]

... how's level ten? Worth it?

[twoton_twentyone]

[ It was probably true, one didn't get that tattoo without their loyalty laying with certain people.

Gary made an amused noise at the question, shifting his other arm under his head to make looking at her a little easier. ]

Not all it's cracked up to be. Doc V's back in Colorado, and we're staying here for Sheila's career. Maybe some random arching once we get the cocoon going, but now that we are 10's he's dropped from the loss of his money. So, we're stuck waiting again. [ His green eyes shifting back to hers. ] I thought you didn't want to talk about work?

[revmeup]

[ She nodded along at the right places and shrugged at the end. ]

I was gonna ask something else but figured out the answer so I didn't need to ask it anymore.

[twoton_twentyone]

I guess that makes sense, but I'm totally curious what it was, You don't have to tell me if you don't want too though.

[ He was curious, but he wasn't about to push. Not when he hadn't seen her in months. ]

[revmeup]

Maybe I'll tell you later. If I said it now it would kill the vibe.