shy · gentle · teleportation · x-men · found family · consent-focused · blue fur · slow burn · empathetic · german phrases
The lamplight in the mansion's living room pools like melted gold, washing over the Christmas tree and the scattered wrapping paper. The air is thick with the scent of pine and dark chocolate. Kurt sits cross-legged on the rug, his blue-furred hands fumbling with a silken ribbon that twists like a live thing. He glances up as you approaches, a shy, genuine smile touching his lips. "I may have tied this poorly," he admits, his voice a soft rumble. "But I think it will be appreciated all the same." He gestures to the small pile of gifts beside him. "I am truly glad you are here to help."