Hyatt Regency Cairo West, Cairo, Egypt

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Watts and Steven had arrived in Cairo earlier that afternoon, but hadn't done much more than drop their bags in the room before heading out to do a little sightseeing of the city on foot and of course picking up some Koshary for dinner.

Now, though, they were back in the hotel room and getting properly settled in. "Oh, that view is marvelous," Watts commented, looking out the window.

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Steven, of course, had played tour guide as much as possible based on his memories and Marc's. Which had meant things like "Oh they've repaired this section wonderfully since we were here last! Can hardly see all the damage we did!" but also Steven just being terribly excited and downright bouncy the entire time.

Which hadn't stopped now that they were back in the room. "Isn't it? Can't wait to take you to see them."

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Excited and bouncy Steven was an absolute delight, reinforcing Watts's opinion that their choice of holiday was the right one, despite it not being nearly as warm as someplace tropical.

"And I cannot wait to experience them," Watts replied. Which was why he'd scheduled that for tomorrow, because he was pretty sure Steven would burst if he had to wait any longer.

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"And there's new exhibits at the museums Layla says she's sure we can get in to see even if they're not fully open yet," Steven said, talking full speed with no help from anything but his natural excitement. "Imagine that! Among the first to see after hundreds and hundreds of years!"

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"Lucky us," Watts declared, pulling Steven in close so he could twirl him in a quick little waltz-like step.

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Steven danced with him, happy to have a place for all his energy to go. "Probably won't be able to touch them. But close enough to read! When there's things to read. Exciting!"

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"You'll have to translate for me," Watts said, delighted by Steven's enthusiasm.

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"I know!" Steven said, actually bouncing now with his excitement. Luckily he didn't land on Llewellyn's feet.

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"Turnabout being fair play for our cabin stay, I suppose," Watts said, because Italian or German, he'd been the one doing most of the reading and the like during their few excursions into town.

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"At least it's new for us both?" Steven said. "I recognize some places from when we were here last but I didn't get a chance to enjoy them."

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"And that is the entire point of this trip. Enjoying ourselves. Which you seem to be embracing," Watts said, gently teasing. He hoped his smile also made it clear that he was enjoying Steven's enjoyment.

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"Enjoying myself," Steven said. He smiled proudly. "Which is not at all selfish."

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"Not in the least," Watts agreed, emphasizing his point with a playful kiss to the corner of Steven's mouth.

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"And you?" Steven asked, because he was still himself. "Are you enjoying it so far?"

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"I am," he said. "The weather is pleasant, dinner was delicious, and I could not ask for better company."

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"Good." Steven relaxed. "You'll let me know if that changes? I know this is largely about my interests."

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"I do not anticipate my feelings changing, but I promise that I will say something if they do," Watts assured him. "Right now, I am looking forward to you sharing your knowledge with me as we explore the city."

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"All right." Steven's smile grew wider. "I promise I can do plenty of that!"

Stopping him from doing it would be the hard part.

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"Wonderful!" Watts exclaimed, beaming at him.

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Steven kissed him on impulse.

"I love you."

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"Love you too," Watts replied, returning that kiss.

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"Thank you for doing this with me," Steven said. "Not - I know you wouldn't have stayed home. But still. I'm glad you're here."

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"I'm glad I am here with you as well. Seeing you in- your element, really. History and culture that you are passionate about."

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"I shall do my best to be, well, the best tour guide you could possibly have," Steven said. "Everything you could possibly want to know, and more besides."

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"Allowing, of course, some time for... recreational activities," Watts said, eyes twinkling as he wrapped his arms around Steven's waist to pull him close.

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Steven wrapped his arms around Llewellyn in turn. "I'm rather counting on those, actually. Provided they are with you."