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Good. This's the first time I've ever felt okay with myself, really known who I am, and I aint lettin' anyone wreck it. Or you.

[His eyes go sharp and determined]

I'm pretty handy in a fight, so if anyone tries to lay a hand on you, I'll give 'em hell.

Good. I'm glad I could help you find yourself as well as past chemistry.

[Matt can't help a small smirk at that, but his face softens at Keith's determination to protect him.]

I don't want you to get hurt on my account. I do tend to get beat up a decent amount, sorry.

Hey, I've wrangled some ornery animals in my day. Horses, cattle, pissy stray cats, chased off snakes. A little punch from another fella aint gonna do me no harm.

[He's also fought with other kids back in the country who used to mock him for his mom being gone, calling her all kinds of dirty names. Even if he didn't ever know his mom Dad loved her and he would gladly deck any kid who made fun of her.]

Still.

[He reaches out again and puts his hand on Keith's cheek, then cards his hand through his hair gently and lovingly.]

I don't like the thought of you getting hurt. I'd fight for you too, you know. I'm not very good at it, but I'd damn well try.

We'll fight together if we have to. Like a team. Adam and Shiro are like that, and I've always wanted what they have.

[He nuzzles Matt's hand, sighing contentedly.]

I want us to be just like them.

I've always wanted what my parents had, and... I think we can have that, Keith. It won't be easy, but if we're determined, I think we can keep it. I want to have that with you. I know it's soon, but... I just know.

I don't care how soon it is, I want that too. More than anything.

[He smiles warmly, his cheeks flushed pink and his eyes shiny.]

I love you.

[A bright, true grin crosses Matt's face at Keith's words. He leans over, hugging him close for a long moment before he pulls back, almost breathless.]

I love you too.

I never thought I'd get to say that to anyone who wasn't family.

[He moves his chair as close as he can to Matt's, taking his hand]

Me either. I didn't really mind the thought of being alone, but... I'm glad that I won't be.

[For a glorious few moments, he puts his head on Keith's shoulder, just holding his hand. Sure, they'll have to go somewhere eventually, but for now, they can just be together.]

Well, now you won't have to be. I'll make time to see you every day if you want.

[He wonders how long they can get away with staying here. Keith still needs to taste some of the alcohol Matt provides the bar, and if another slow song plays, maybe they can dance.]

I'd love that. One day, I'd like you to meet Mom and Pidge. I know they'll love you.

[And they will absolutely adore him. Colleen will fuss over him, and Pidge will ask a million questions about school.

No one in this particular bar will care how long they're there. Everyone knows Matt and most people are just so glad that he has someone who he so clearly cares about.

After a few moments, the song switches to something slower, a familiar love song.]

And I want you to meet Shiro and Adam. They're great, and I know they'll love you just as much. May even thank you for bein' my friend since they've been worried 'bout me bein' all alone.

[Keith immediately recognizes this song, he's heard it many times before and it's always somewhat resonated with him. And now that he has someone he loves, who loves him back...]

I'd like to meet them. I want to see all people who are important to you.

[And then, suddenly, Matt pulls away, to stand and hold out a hand.]

Keith... will you dance with me?

[Keith gladly takes the extended hand and stands up, his cheeks pink and his eyes soft.]

It'd be my pleasure.

[He's not even too worried about being bad at it now, he'll just...try his best.]

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[Matt beams, leading him out onto the dance floor and wrapping his arms around him. Most of the dancers only have a passing acquaintance with either rhythm or actual dance moves, so even though he doesn't know any kind of dances, it's certainly not out of place.]

I've always wanted to dance with someone. Didn't think I'd get to.

Last time I danced with anyone was my graduation formal, but I only lasted about a round 'for some other guy cut in.

[He leans into Matt's embrace, moving his feet along with the slow, gentle rhythm]

Glad I could be your first, though.

I almost wish I could have seen it. They didn't know what they were missing out on.

[Which is, in his opinion, so much better for him. Blushing a bit, he falls into the dance's sway easily.]

You're... well, my first everything. Haven't even kissed anyone before.

I'm sure glad for that, then. Kinda wish you could've been my first, too, but you're the one that matters most now. You're it, Matt.

[The soulful melody wraps around him like a blanket, mingling with the warmth of Matt's arms around him.]

You're my everything, Keith. I don't know how I know that, I just do.

[It feels A Lot to say, and it's possibly too quick, but he can't deny everything he's feeling.

Stepping just a bit closer, he puts his head gently on Keith's shoulder, just holding him as they slowly dance.]

Hey, it's the same for me. Feels like you were meant to come into my life, Matt, and now I can't imagine it without you.

[Always, the lyrics hum in his mind, and nothing could ring more true right now. He knows he's crazy, falling in love so damn fast, and he doesn't care. And I don't care what society's gotta say, they can't stop us!]

Same for me, Keith. I can't imagine anything without you now. I just... I'm so happy.

[He sighs, holding him close for a moment, before the music changes to something faster and he pulls back just a bit, still holding his hand.]

Do you want to sit down again?

Yeah, I still need to order a drink anyway.

[He's thirsty for something cooler, and he's not into fast-dancing.]

So how long've you got to stick around here? Adam and Shiro aint expectin' me for another few hours.

Mom isn't expecting me back until a lot later. I told her I'd be out pretty late, so... whatever?

[He blushes.]

Just... however long I can spend with you, really.

Good. I'm awful tempted to stay till sundown, or even after.

[Sure, the city gets dangerous at night, but he knows how to fight and he'll protect Matt from anything he needs to.

A waiter drops by, and Keith turns to Matt.]

So what would you recommend for a guy who doesn't drink too often? Don't wanna make a fool of myself.

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any song in mind? Cause when I looked up ballads from the 20s I saw "Always" by Irving Berlin...

ooh, I'll go with that. I didn't have anything in mind, no.

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