Lovers Once More - Radiostatic

Streaming and Snoozing

After a few moments of lingering kisses, Alastor pulled back, his breath warm against Vox's skin. "As tempting as it is to keep going, we should probably get some sleep," he suggested, trying to rein in the excitement that buzzed between them.

"Sleep? You're kidding, right?" Vox exclaimed, a playful glint in his eyes. "We just had a pretty intense shower session. I don't know about you, but I'm not ready to knock out just yet."

"Then what do you propose we do?" Alastor asked, intrigued.

Vox grinned and pulled out his Voxpad from the bedside table, tapping through the screen with an excited energy. "Let's watch something! I've got just the thing." He scrolled until he found what he was looking for: *Sinsney+*. "You're going to love this."

Alastor raised an eyebrow, curiosity piqued. "What's this *Sinsney+*? Some sort of streaming service?"

"Sort of. It's a collection of all the best shows and movies, but the real gem is *Family Guy*," Vox explained, tapping the screen to select an episode. "Trust me, you'll appreciate the dark humor. It's got layers!"

"Dark humor, you say?" Alastor settled back against the pillows, interest ignited. "Well, I do enjoy a good laugh."

As the opening credits rolled, Vox nestled beside Alastor, the warmth of their earlier intimacy still lingering in the air. The first few moments of the show introduced a cast of quirky characters and outrageous scenarios, and Alastor found himself quickly drawn in.

"What is this madness?" he asked, chuckling as Peter Griffin made a ridiculous remark. "The absurdity is... delightful."

"Right?" Vox laughed, nudging Alastor playfully. "See? I told you it was gold! The way they push boundaries is just so refreshing."

Alastor watched as the episode unfolded, his laughter blending with Vox's as they shared in the ridiculousness of the scenarios. "This is surprisingly entertaining," he admitted, appreciating the wit and sharp commentary hidden within the absurdity.

As the episode progressed, Alastor found himself genuinely enjoying the humor, a lightness spreading through him that he hadn't felt in ages. "I must say, you have good taste in entertainment. I can see why you'd be hooked on this," he remarked, glancing sideways at Vox, who was completely engrossed.

"See? I knew you'd love it!" Vox exclaimed, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "I can't believe you've never seen it before. We're going to have to binge-watch this all night."

"I wouldn't mind that at all," Alastor replied, his heart warmed by the moment they were sharing. "Though I must admit, I'll have to catch up on my work later."

"Priorities, right?" Vox nudged him with a playful smile. "But honestly, I think we could both use this little break. After everything that's happened, we deserve some fun."

Alastor nodded, his earlier worries drifting away with each laugh that escaped them. "You're right, Vox. A little humor is exactly what I need."

As the episode came to an end, Alastor found himself eagerly anticipating the next one. "What happens next?" he asked, genuinely intrigued.

"Oh, just you wait," Vox said, a smirk creeping onto his face. "It gets even better. They don't hold back!"

They continued watching, the bond between them growing stronger with each shared laugh, the stresses of their complicated history fading into the background as they reveled in the silliness of the show. In that moment, all that mattered was the warmth of their bodies close together and the laughter echoing through the room.

With every punchline and absurd scenario, Alastor felt a sense of freedom he hadn't experienced in years. As they settled deeper into the comfort of each other's presence, the dark humor of *Family Guy* seemed to reflect the chaotic, beautiful mess of their own lives—a reminder that even in the darkness, laughter could be found.

After a few more episodes of laughter and banter, Alastor let out a soft yawn, his earlier enthusiasm tempered by the late hour. Vox noticed and nudged him playfully. "Think we're about done for the night, huh?"

Alastor smiled, stretching lazily. "It seems so. Though, if I'm being honest... I've been having a bit of trouble sleeping lately. Rest doesn't come as easily as it used to."

"Oh, that I remember," Vox replied, a warm smile touching his face as he pulled the blankets up around them. "But don't worry about it. If you need to take your time, go ahead. I'll be out in a second."

Alastor closed his eyes, settling deeper into the comfort of the bed, though a slight tension still remained in his frame. Vox observed him quietly for a moment, his expression softening as he recalled an old trick from years past. Gently, he shifted closer, one hand resting against Alastor's back. With soft, rhythmic motions, he began to rub small circles along his spine, moving with a gentle, calming pressure that Alastor used to love.

It took only a few minutes for Alastor's breathing to deepen, as he felt his eyelids grow heavier, Alastor whispered, "You remembered," and started drifting off, the tension in his muscles easing as sleep finally claimed him. Vox couldn't help but feel a swell of affection as he watched Alastor's face relax, the sharp angles of his features softened by the peacefulness of rest.

Quietly, so as not to disturb him, Vox brushed a stray hair from Alastor's forehead. "You know," he murmured, his voice barely a whisper, "I really did miss you. Every damn day."

He smiled faintly, his fingers lingering on Alastor's hand. "You drive me crazy, you know that? In the best and worst ways." He laughed softly, feeling a twinge of vulnerability he rarely indulged. "But I wouldn't trade a second of it."

For a few more moments, he simply sat there, lost in the tranquility of the scene. Finally, he closed his eyes, shifting to rest beside Alastor, the warmth of their shared space comforting him. With one last quiet look at Alastor's sleeping face, Vox let himself drift off, content for the first time in a very long time.