He paused for a moment, giving a soft laugh. Oh, Rex was visibly blushing now. "H-hey sweetie..." What a couple of hot messes they were.

"I..." Rex knew he'd managed to be special to Ross but only his mother? That... "Never really felt any attraction to anyone until now. I...don't think it's a problem with being attracted to humans. But still...I really have never felt like this for anyone."

"Yeah...I guess so..." He chuckled before being being startled by the question. "What do you mean? I...got assurance you feel the same."

Meanwhile, Rex was all smiles as always as he rushed over to greet him. "Terry! H-hey!" Still just as awkward. Not sure how to greet a boyfriend...

Rex waited to swallow his bite of food before giving a soft sigh. "I know...especially with it being higher tech than I'm used to. Have to adjust to everything. But...I'm really happy to have you to teach me."

Sugarbuns?! Rex was heavily flustered from that. Okay. Calm down and get ready! Oh, his face was red!

"That seems like a really good idea. Should see if I can first." He suddenly gave a soft laugh. "...You're trying to protect because we got shot at...aren't you?"

"...Would like to try being an artist still." He took another bite of food, almost getting shy for a moment. "But I'm also still very opened to helping you. I think I can do it..."

While more outgoing, Rex was still a little shy and adjusting himself. Definitely more of a expressing love with actions type. And from that he was as close as possible, even trying to lean on Ross when he could. "Yeah...but...I'm hopeful..."

"Are...are you sure? I think you've had too much caffeine. Caffeine overdose is a thing."

That made the human smile, plating up some of the brisket first. Being from a place closer to Britain, BBQ was interesting to him. "Honestly, that sounds wonderful. Never thought I'd say that to anyone but laying besides you every night is...it sounds wonderful..."

Rex gave a noise of complaint that he'd have to move. He was hungry after that, though. It was a bit of a workout for him. So, reluctantly, the human sat up. He wasn't wearing his jacket anymore but his undershirt was back on after the shower. "Forgot how hungry I was. Can't believe how good it+

📲:"Sounds like a plan. I'll see you there!" There was a bright, giddy smile on his face. He blushed slightly as he noticed it. Thankfully, his own siblings were away and couldn't tease him about it.

Rex was in peaceful bliss at that moment, cuddled up close to the hybrid. The claws caressing him were actually very nice. He never thought he could feel like this. This simple bliss. This affection for someone. And after their moment, he was no longer scared if Ross felt the same. It was nice...+

"That does NOT sound good. Uh...c-can I help at all?"

lately, i've been craving you more.

"Probably?"

"Uh...are you okay?"

Adorable. 📲: "Sounds fun! I look forward to it."

Rex couldn't help a soft laugh at the caps, clueless to the reaction. 📲:"It's fine." 📲:"Any ideas what you'd like to do?"

He smiled brighter, melting slightly. Terry. Damn. He really had to think of a good perfume some time. 📲:"Hey, sweetheart." 📲:"So, you want to go on another date?"

i wish things were simpler for us.

you're too sweet for me.

Rex froze, paying very close attention. Was that good or bad? was he waking up? ...And if so in the bad way or actually waking up?

That was...a lot of careful movements compared to what he was used to. No sound...see if he remembers when he wakes up. Could it really...evolve? From the stress, maybe?

Okay. Good...being smart. Keeping quiet. But how...we he seeming to see while sleeping? Damn. He had to hope Silver could answer later. Just keep calm and keep quiet.

Rex felt his heart racing. What? Was...Silver awake? But...he was safe? Was he fully awake? Rex couldn't get himself to speak to quietly ask. He'd become too used to trying to keep quiet during these times.

Rex froze as he noticed. The leg... Was it still damaged? Was it going to make it worse at all? Stay calm...checking could wake him up.

And Rex found it terrifying. But he knew the golden rule right now. Do NOT wake him up... Do not let either wake up or risk death...

Okay... Still asleep. Still...who did Gator eat?! Calm down. Don't wake them up...very important to not wake them up...

Rex froze. Silver was moving during an episode?! That wasn't normal! Don't wake...don't wake... He frowned, trying to follow quietly. Something was very wrong...

"Not bothering me. I love spoiling you~."

"...Honestly, I forgot, too. But I'm still happy for the excuse to carry you."

He couldn't help a soft laugh. Adorable... "You want me to carry you to the table when the food is ready?"

Rex looked over his shoulder for a moment with a smirk. "A good way to make sure you rest..."

"Don't worry about that right now. You're exhausted. It's time for you to let yourself rest."

"Spicy fish it is." He smiled brightly, heading into the kitchen to get to work.

He gave a soft laugh, kissing Silver softly before getting up to start cooking. "Does fish or beef sound better today?"

"Hungry, dear? I'll make you some food."

"You did. Though I don't blame you for forgetting. You were exhausted."

"I...love you too, Silver. So very much."

Rex only blushed deeper, flustered quiet.

Oh... That made Rex blush. "O-of course, dear. Been looking forward to it. Once you can."

"Don't be sorry. You've been through so much. I'm fine with cuddling with you while you get some rest."

"Still tired, dear? You have been through a lot..."

"I know he will..." Rex smiled softly. "And I'm honored he respects me."

"Good. Would hate to feel like he thinks he has to stay cramped up in that Pokéball."

Rex gave a happy sigh, softly kissing him back. "Go ahead and let him out, dear. Maybe we can see if Mike's awake, too."

"Anything for you, dear. ...Will he fit in the penthouse? There's more than one reason I'm nervous to let Cosmo out."

Rex gave a soft sigh at that. At least he wasn't sick. "You need to rest...take some time to relax. I'm going to spoil you so much..."