thought they had a deal...

knows they did! He hasn't got one yet, he just wants one. =3=

be keeping an eye on him...!

won't get one... just withdrawal sucks...

knows it well. But they'll get through this together.

knows they will... and wonders if maybe Yao will come over to help him not think about it?

, of course. ;u; He's on his way.

try and stay busy while he waits...

comes as quickly as possible, knocking on his door. ;;

opens the door, sees it's China, and instantly clings to him. "Yao...."

hugs him close. "Are you alright, aru?"

buries his face in his hair. "Da... I just need you."

nods. "I'm here, aru. Don't worry..."

nods. He can do this if Yao's here.

glad he can be that support he needs.

takes his hand and pulls him inside, so they don't freeze. He collapses on the couch, pulling Yao down with him.

doesn't mind being pulled, cuddling against him when they settle.

hands are shaking just a bit as he strokes his hair. He's afraid of withdrawal, it's already worse than he lets on...

kisses his cheek tenderly. "You'll be okay, aru. Just settle down."

hugs him tighter. He wants to believe this, but he has trouble doing so...

whispers little reassuring words into his ear, stroking his hair in best efforts to calm him down.

takes deep breaths and manages to relax a little bit. Its easier with Yao beside him, that's for sure.

kisses the side of his head, smiling. "There. How are you feeling, aru...?"

him a small smile. "Better."

nuzzles his cheek. "Good to hear."

nuzzles back. "Thank you," he whispers softly.

smiles softly. "Don't thank me. It's my pleasure, aru..."

kisses his lips softly, holding onto him tight.

kisses him back just as softly, content to just be there for him.