Even the strongest person's back can break under too many straws, and this was the last one for Ignis. It's not only Lunafreya's death and the emotions he never faced, but everything else that happened in Altissia. All of it is tied together and examining one aspect brings all of them up. He may love Ardyn dearly now, but nothing will ever erase the trauma of that day.
Ignis curls closer to Gladio and lets his tears fall while he focuses his mind completely on the gentle rocking motion and the feeling of the strong, steady arms around him. He's allowed to fall apart while Gladio is here to pick up the pieces, or at the very least hold those pieces together a while longer.
Even though the Shield is gentle when he pulls Ignis' head up, the advisor almost resists. He wants more time to hide where he knows nothing will harm him, but Gladio's words are so heartfelt that he can't ignore them.
He leans forward so he can press a tear-dampened kiss to Gladio's lips, "I know you won't and I love you for it." His fingers trail gently along the side of his lover's face, "You keep me pointed in the right direction even when I'm not sure what that is."
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Ignis curls closer to Gladio and lets his tears fall while he focuses his mind completely on the gentle rocking motion and the feeling of the strong, steady arms around him. He's allowed to fall apart while Gladio is here to pick up the pieces, or at the very least hold those pieces together a while longer.
Even though the Shield is gentle when he pulls Ignis' head up, the advisor almost resists. He wants more time to hide where he knows nothing will harm him, but Gladio's words are so heartfelt that he can't ignore them.
He leans forward so he can press a tear-dampened kiss to Gladio's lips, "I know you won't and I love you for it." His fingers trail gently along the side of his lover's face, "You keep me pointed in the right direction even when I'm not sure what that is."