Fandom The Reunion { The Last of Us 1x1 with icedthemoon }

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Kaleb saw Asher bite his lip when spoke and he sighed, seeing Asher turn his attention to Carlos, who only said something similar. It seemed that neither of them were ready to give up traveling yet. Seeing the countryside that they never could before. He looked at Asher, hearing him and he smiled softly at him. "I won't say goodbye though my friend, because you and I will meet again. I'm sure." Kaleb said, reaching over and placing a hand on Asher's hand, taking it and squeezing it gently. Jordan turned to Carlos and smiled. "This is not goodbye my darling, this is thank you. You've been wonderful, helpful and one of my favorite people." Jordan said to Carlos. "I understand that you wish to keep traveling, but perhaps one day we shall see you again." Jordan added, smiling at them both. "We'll rest here for the night and in the morning.. we will.. go our own ways."​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Asher looked at their joined hands and smiled. Not goodbye. Did they really think that if they went two different directions in the morning that they would ever see each other again? That seemed more like a fantasy than reality. But that was morning. Now, they still had the comfort of each other. The four of them. Asher knew that if they had more time, they could have been more than some temporary band of travelers. He saw the way Jordan and Carlos were together. That was not exactly the same as the other men Jordan flirted with as they traveled. That was something special. And with Kaleb… Asher didn’t know. He wished he could see. He brought Kaleb’s hand up to his lips and gently kissed it. He laughed and let it go as he sank backwards into Jordan. He brought a hand up to his face and shook his own head. “Don’t lie to him, lovebug. He’s changed your life.” He winked at Kaleb. Carlos grinned. “I know I have. You, my fiery phoenix, are just going to have to wait for us. Now that I know… there’s no going back from that.” He chuckled. “I think maybe it’s time to rest? If anyone is hungry, we’ve got some beans.”​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Kaleb smiled at him, knowing somehow, deep down that he'd see Asher and Jordan again. There was a connection here that if they had more time, he wanted to explore. He felt the kiss to his hand and smiled wider, hearing the laugh and felt his hand let go. Jordan held onto Asher as he sunk backwards into him. He wrapped his arms around his love as he felt the hand come up to his face. Jordan looked over at Carlos and smiled. "Yes, he changed my life. And I will wait for you, for a long time. You, beautiful are going to be in my dreams at night. So someday, I can't wait to see you again." Jordan replied before he nodded. "I'm tired myself and ready to rest." Jordan said as Kaleb hummed in agreement. "I am too." He said, leaning into Carlos with a soft yawn.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Asher playfully groaned as he reached for his pack. This was difficult since he was being constricted by Jordan. Not that he wanted him to let go. “I am going to have to listen to him whine forever about his long lost love who still haunts his dreams.” He rolled his eyes before finally being able to unzip his pack and pull out a blanket that he threw over his shoulder and over Jordan’s head with a laugh. Carlos was laughing as well. “Oh I think he’s got a good idea.” He pulled open the pack and grabbed a blanket for them as well. “Would you like to readjust so that we are on a blanket as well?”​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Jordan heard that playful groan and chuckled, even as he saw him reach for his pack. Jordan was too busy though, paying attention to his words to focus on moving. "At least you know what you're getting into." Jordan said with a chuckle as he saw the blanket come out. He laughed as the blanket went over his head, and he finally let go of Asher long enough to grab the blanket off his head and lay it down. Then, he picked Asher up, and moved them both so they were laying on the blanket. Kaleb looked at Carlos and nodded. "I'd love to readjust so we're on the blanket." He said, carefully shifting himself so he could lay down on the blanket with his love.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Asher, despite how much he hurt and how much the world seemed to be horrible, laughed as Jordan picked him up and situated the blanket. “Jordan!” he screeched as his mind tried to reconcile the almost euphoric feeling of finally being free of a burden he didn’t know he had. He was sad that they would part from their companions, and yet at the same time, he knew this was for the best. He curled into his love and allowed himself to fall completely into the embrace as they laid there. He was not in the mood nor did he have the will power or strength to be independent. Carlos, who could not help but watch, smiled amused as he readjusted the blanket under them before laying down as well. He pulled out a second layer for them to go over them and place it on both. He rolled close and kissed Kaleb softly. “You know I’d go with you anywhere, right?”​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Jordan heard that laugh and the screeched word but he merely chuckled as he moved them. "Asher.." He said with a chuckle, kissing his head as he wrapped his arms around Asher, feeling him curl into him. He looked at Asher and smiled, kissing him again. "I love you gorgeous, now get some rest for me okay?" Jordan asked as he felt his own eyes growing heavy. Kaleb smiled as he laid down and curled into Carlos the moment he rolled close. He kissed him back and heard his words. "Yes I do. It's you and me forever." Kaleb whispered, tucking himself into Carlos with a yawn. He wasn't going to last much longer.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Asher captured Jordan’s face in his hands as Jordan’s eyes began to close. He drank him in, the image of the best thing that ever happened to him. The most beautiful and frankly tempting face that he had ever seen. Slowly, he planted one last kiss to his lips. “I can do that,” he whispered with a smile as he slid his arms back down to Jordan’s chest where he also rested his head. He closed his eyes and felt the coming night pull at his consciousness. Carlos yawned in tandem with Kaleb as he wrapped just about all of himself around Kaleb. “Forever,” he sleepily repeated with eyes already shut. Within moments, he was fast asleep.​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Jordan could see Asher through half open eyes and he had a soft smile on his face. He heard him and the last kiss remained on his lips and in his dreams as he fell asleep. Kaleb heard that sleepy repeat of the word before he too fell asleep. Jordan’s sleep was disturbed and he had nightmares of losing Asher. Of not being able to save him. He did not wake or make any sound that he was upset or scared but he also woke up as the sun began to rise, and he simply held Asher, slowing himself to stay grounded and to remind himself that Asher was still there. Kaleb was still out cold, no disturbed sleep as the sun came up.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Carlos slept like a very happy baby. They may have found themselves in a horrible situation earlier, but they all survived. They may have been parting in the morning too, but that was okay. They were better for what they had. He slept well and hard as usual. He was still asleep when the sun came up. Asher woke not long after the sun’s rays poked through the branches. He stirred from his position against Jordan. As he opened his eyes, he felt Jordan’s breath. It was too fast for sleeping. “Lovebug?” he whispered. “Are you awake?”​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Jordan heard Asher’s voice and he winced a little. He was hoping that Asher would get some more rest, he deserved it. “Yeah. I am gorgeous.” Jordan said softly, rubbing Asher’s back gently. “How are you feeling?” He asked, shifting his own position so he could really look at his partner. “I hope you got some good rest.” He added, concern on his face as he looked at Asher. Yesterday had been terrifying and he had been afraid that he was going to lose Asher. As they laid there, he subconsciously tightened his grip a little more as yesterdays events filtered back in his mind.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Asher hurt. That was just about the only thing he could think. Literally everywhere hurt. Every inch of his arms and legs. His chest and back. His neck. His cheeks. Somewhere on the back of his head. How was he feeling? “Like I just went through a grinder.“ He tried to move his arm just to realize that it was very cranky with him. It was not so bad that he wouldn’t be able to move once he worked it out. Until then, though, he was going to stay curled in Jordan’s arms. “How are you feeling? You’re not supposed to be awake yet. I’m supposed to stay right here in these protective arms until I can’t stand it anymore and then try to pry myself out which inevitably wakes you up.” He shifted so that he could look at Jordan’s face. “Are you okay?”​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Jordan sighed softly, hearing how Asher was feeling. It only strengthened his decision to stop traveling. He could feel the movement of Asher’s arms then it stilled. He heard Asher’s question and hummed softly, looking at him. “I.. I’m fine. I just couldn’t sleep.” Jordan said, biting his lip. “I’m just.. ready to stop traveling and settle down.” He added as he kissed Asher’s forehead. “I want to check those cuts and scratches before we get moving though gorgeous.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

That was not the answer that he wanted. The stutter there meant that he was not fine. Asher believed him about the sleep. If he couldn’t sleep, then there was a reason, and if he was lying about being fine, Asher could assume what it was about. A frown tugged at his lips as he looked into those eyes. They were always so sincere. “You want to look at all of them? Because I think that might be a bit indecent for a forest.” He grinned, hoping that this kind of joking would make him feel better. “Especially with a potential audience…” he peered over at their sleeping companions. Soon to be ex-companions.​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Jordan saw the shape of a frown on Asher’s face and sighed softly. He didn’t want to bother Asher with this, because nothing happened. The only thing that changed was that he’d decided to stop traveling. So why bring up what ifs and could’ve beens? He didn’t see the sense in that. Then his eyes widened and he grinned himself, a playful one so close to normal. “Well.. I don’t think the forest would mind, I certainly wouldn’t and I’m sure neither would Carlos but I don’t think Kaleb is quite ready for that yet.” Jordan said, teasing Asher and flicked his own gaze towards their.. traveling companions. Speaking of, Kaleb was slowly starting to stir, shifting in Carlos’ arms as his mind started to wake slowly.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Asher poked at Jordan’s nose. “Oh, I’m not worried about you.” He brought his lips to Jordan’s ear. “And I’m sure the forest would be entertained.” Though Jordan was right. Kaleb was not ready for that. He watched as Kaleb stirred. “Maybe when we next see them, he can be ready for some more… adventurous things.” He kissed Jordan’s jaw near his ear and then tried to sit himself up. It was not exactly easy. He was determined though. He felt so stiff. He kept his eyes shut so that he couldn’t look like he hurt as much as he did. “Lovebug, if you wanna look, I’m all yours. I learned the hard way it’s easier to let you do that than to try myself.”​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Jordan smiled at the poke to his nose and chuckled softly. “Perhaps the next time we see them, we’ll all be more adventurous.” He said with a wink. He smiled at the kiss and then watched Asher work to sit up. He watched, stayed still knowing that there were some things that his partner wanted to do on his own. Jordan heard him and shook his head. “I trust you and I can see the wounds I did check look good so as long as you feel okay, I’m okay.” He said, having learned to trust him. “Morning.” A sleepy voice echoed as Jordan flicked his gaze over to the other two. “Good morning. Sleep well?” Jordan asked Kaleb with a smile. “I did, did you?” Kaleb asked and Jordan paused before nodding. “I slept fine.” He replied, looking at him.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Trust was a beautiful thing, and Asher was glad that they had that. He looked over at Kaleb and smiled. He eyed Jordan’s sleeping fine answer and chose to ignore it. “Hey there you. Glad you could join us in the land of the living.” He stretched his aching limbs and decided that he was going to stand. No one could stop him. He was probably going to need help though. He grabbed onto Jordan’s shoulder and pushed up. Yep, no fun. He could not hide the cringe as he worked all those angry muscles and tissues. He was going to do it though. Mostly on his own. He could do this.​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Jordan trusted Asher, and while he was worried, he’d learned to listen to his partner. Jordan and Kaleb both watched as Asher worked to stand up. Kaleb, still new to others so close, he moved away so he could roll and help Asher. Jordan felt the hand on his shoulder, staying still and providing that stability for him. “Are you okay?” Kaleb asked, concern in his voice as he saw the cringe. He didn’t like that. But he also didn’t understand like Jordan did that Asher liked doing things himself. Jordan was quiet, there for support if Asher wanted or needed it.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

“I’m not dead, dying, or infected, so I’m gonna go with yeah. Yeah, I’m okay.” Now that Kaleb rolled closer, Asher also put a hand on him to push himself up. The extra stability was nice, and he was really going to miss having two people to keep him going. Jordan was enough. There was no question. But two was a nice luxury he was getting used to having. Eventually, he was able to get himself into a standing position. He didn’t like it. He wanted to collapse back into those arms that would protect him from the world. He wanted to stay in the forest for the rest of his days. Eh, not really. “Look at that. It’s like I wasn’t even mauled by a thousand monsters that wanted to eat me.”​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Kaleb rolled his eyes, looking at Asher and sighed. “That’s not funny.” He said with a snort of amusement. He was still as Asher used him as well to stand up. Jordan and Kaleb both watched as Asher stood up, and both men were there if he needed support. Kaleb eventually looked back at his sleeping partner, lip between his teeth as he remembered that the moment Carlos woke up and they had one last meal together, they’d be going their separate ways. He had grown fond of and enjoyed having Asher and Jordan’s company. He learned a lot about himself, about differences in love and affection. Kaleb could feel the sadness in his eyes as he laid there. Jordan looked at Carlos too but for him, it was different. There was a connection there. Something beautiful. Something he wanted to explore. But their time traveling was over and perhaps one day, they’d be together again.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Asher shrugged, working through his pain and soreness. “You’re right, it’s just the truth instead.” He looked down at Jordan a moment and then at Kaleb. “How long are we letting that one sleep? Because he sleeps like you.” He wiggled his fingers in Jordan’s direction. “Mm, what if we prepare our one last breakfast together and then wake him up to food ready? I feel as he would enjoy that.” He may not have found a deep connection with Carlos, but he couldn’t feel the ones that he shared with Kaleb and Jordan. He had a shared respect for someone who could be so positively influential to the people who mattered to him. That and he trusted Asher with Kaleb on numerous occasions. Trusted him despite the past. That went a long way. Asher never thought he could feel this way for so many people. He spent so long with so much hate. Now there were three who defied that.​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Kaleb sighed and shook his head, looking at Asher for a moment. Jordan hummed and nodded. “That’s a good idea. Let’s get breakfast going. Beans anyone?” Jordan asked as he shifted, sitting up as did Kaleb. Kaleb piled his pack over and grabbed their utensils while Jordan grabbed their pack and a can of beans. “Here, you open up breakfast gorgeous. I’m going to wake our companion up.” Jordan said, shifting and moving over to Carlos, a hand on his shoulder and he gently shook before he kissed his forehead. “Beautiful.. rise and shine. Breakfast is ready.” Jordan said, his voice loud enough to hopefully wake Carlos up.​

 

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Carlos Da Silva and Asher McCoy
Aspiring Artist and Former Hunter | 23, 29 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Asher took the beans and worked to pry it open. He lowered himself back down to a sitting position, using Kaleb for stability towards the end, and placed the food down between them. Carlos yawned and slowly opened his eyes, smiling at Jordan’s presence as he awoke. He blinked a few times before murmuring, “Salim always told me breakfast in bed was special.” He stretched his big arms and sat up as well. “What did you make me?” “Beans,” Asher answered matter of factly.​

 

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Kaleb Price and Jordan DeShay
Former FEDRA officer and Former Smuggler | 25, 28 | Current location ;; New Mexico

Kaleb was more than happy to provide stability for Asher as he sat back down. Jordan smiled at Carlos, moving away as he sat up. He slipped away to sit beside Asher and Kaleb. “Come on over beautiful.” Jordan said, as Kaleb smiled at Carlos. “Good morning love.” He said, holding out a utensil for Carlos so he too could enjoy the can of beans for breakfast.​