just say there is nothing holding you back

Hikaru knew that Mortis wouldn’t really be able to embrace his words, that wasn’t who he was. The winged heir was an incredibly caring man, he couldn’t stand to see those he loved in pain. Even at his own detriment, but that was one of the reasons he loved him. That was the reason why he wanted to be here with him, to help and support him while he was there for his family. But also he wanted to be there to be Mort’s voice of reason. He couldn’t fix the whole world by himself, so Kaiyo would be there to help, or be there when he did not succeed.

The young koi leaned against his friend, content here beside this sweet man. They found themselves naturally close together in their time alone. Like Hikaru belonged here, snuggled against Mort’s shoulder, embraced under his protective wings. Hika shrugged slightly, did he have any huge ambition for himself? "I have no desire for glory. My biggest goal..” He thought about his statement for a moment as he leaned against his friend. His best friend. "Is to see you happy. Mort, you’re always giving all of yourself to see your family happy and together. I want to be the one to make sure that you are happy.” Hika grinned up at Mortis, despite every obstacle before them Hikaru had found his happiness and his future in Mortis. No matter what happened.

"Hikaru"