"What are you doing?" Nines asked as he entered Gavin's bathroom wearing a black bathrobe, and nothing else. Gavin was still in his new clothes, kneeling on the tiled floor with his good hand in the slowly rising water, which was letting off so much steam the room felt like a sauna. It seemed he was finally satisfied with the temperature as he turned off the water and activated the jets below the surface. The water began to shift and bubble in a way Nines was sure would be pleasing to sore human muscles. It was just what Gavin needed after the week they'd had.

"I promised, remember? A bath! The only one I have is in my bathroom though," Gavin replied as he stood up and began removing his own clothes. "Go ahead and get in." Nines was hesitant as he slipped the robe off his shoulders, revealing flawless, freckled skin and toned muscles. Gavin couldn't help the way his lower body reacted to that, twitching to life as greedy green eyes roved down Nines' back. He was slim, but beautifully sculpted right down to his pert ass and toned legs. He watched Nines fold the robe and leave it on the large sink before he walked over to the large stone steps. Cyberlife had certainly put a lot of work into musculature. The artificial muscles jostled exactly as expected with each step.

Realising he was staring, and stopping his eyes before they honed in on anything they really shouldn't, Gavin returned his attention to his own clothing. He was already out of his sling, shoulder already throbbing in objection. Putting that aside, he tugged his shirt off and unwound the bandages. He looked at the angry red hole in the mirror before moving down to examine the painful red rings on his wrists. He was a little conscious of removing his pants and boxers. He could feel Nines watching. He closed his eyes, nervous as he felt his cock twitch at the attention.

"How is it?" he asked as he walked over, covering himself with one hand and hoping Nines didn't notice his half hard shaft. Nines was sitting straight as ever in the bath, allowing the jets to push water against his back and legs. Gavin joined him, opting to sit along the wall facing the stairs, while Nines sat on the bench to the right.

"The temperature is satisfactory, and the jets will help loosen your tense muscles." That wasn't really the response he'd been hoping for, but he knew Nines didn't feel things the way he did. He hoped he could at least appreciate the gesture. He didn't seem so uncomfortable now that they were both submerged. They washed slowly, sharing the shower products Gavin kept on the ledge. Nines seemed to enjoy that. Gavin wasn't sure if it was the smell or the sensation of slick soap on his skin, but he looked content as he stroked and lathered his body. Gavin ducked beneath the water as he rinsed his hair, coming up to find Nines watching him intently. His hair didn't really need to be washed, since it was synthetic and didn't produce oils the way his own did, but he still followed his lead. It was the first time Gavin had seen him without that curl on his forehead.

"Feeling better?" Gavin asked finally, quietly enjoying the bubbles that whirled across his skin. His legs were almost floating above the jets. It hurt his shoulder a little, but in a good way. The water had stung his raw wrists to begin with, but it had dulled to a slight ache now. There was a sore patch on his head, but it was barely noticeable unless he touched it. He could feel Nines staring at him and looked across at his predictably guilty expression. "Talk to me," he murmured, tapping Nines' foot with his own beneath the surface.

Why aren't you angry? I just stood there and watched as you were taken away by an unknown assailant. He didn't speak. His neck muscles looking tight as he signed, holding his hands above the bubbling surface. Gavin sighed, wondering if there was anything he could do or say to ease his unwarranted guilt. It wasn't his fault. He'd had no way of knowing if Chloe was serious when she'd aimed the gun at his head. He hadn't even been a hundred percent sure.

"Because I know you tried your best. I called, and you came running. You took a phcking bullet for me, Nines. I know the only reason you didn't step in was because you were worried about me. I had a gun against my head! We both know I'm not bulletproof. Any human officer would have acted the same way." He was pretty sure Chris, Tina, or even Hank would have hesitated upon seeing the android pressing a gun against his temple. At a push, Hank's experience may have led to him trying something, but he couldn't know that for sure. With the RT600's reflexes, he probably wouldn't have had much luck anyway.

But I'm not human! I'm the most advanced android Cyberlife ever created! If any of the other RK900s had been in my place, they would have-Nines cut off as Gavin's hand stopped him. He almost looked angry as he pushed his hands beneath the water. He was standing in an instant. One knee came to rest beside Nines' thigh as he leaned over him with one hand on the tiled step and the other still holding his hands beneath the water.

"Don't you phcking dare! Don't you ever say that! You are an RK900! You have the same software installed! You're made of the same materials! You're not inferior, and I wouldn't accept any of those assholes over you!" Gavin leaned closer to make sure he got the message. As he leaned in, it gave his shockingly green eyes the chance to examine Nines' face from a new perspective. There was something beautifully vulnerable about him as he looked up, silvery blue eyes pinched in doubt and surprise. His gaze trailed over the perfect moles and dimple in his cheek before resting on his lips. They looked soft and smooth. He licked his own as he pushed away the thought of what they'd feel like.

"Why? If we are all the same, then why?" He desperately needed reassurance. Some form of validation. He'd never admit how much it had hurt, hearing one of his own model calling him inferior. Saying he was a danger that needed to be put down. He even saw Connor as being superior in some ways due to his experience. He always felt sure that Connor would know what to do, and so far, he'd been proven right. Connor always had the answers.

"Just because you were built the same, doesn't mean you're the same here," Gavin replied as he raised his hand from beneath the water to rest it against his chest. It was above his thirium pump. The same place a human heart would be. Nines was more than advanced enough to pick up on the metaphor. He wasn't talking about the literal pump in his chest, but the symbolism attached to it. The heart was the home of emotion for humans, and they therefore transferred that onto androids as well.

"But what does that matter if I end up getting you killed?" Nines asked with a slump of his shoulders.

"Hey, you didn't get me killed...Even if you did, I wouldn't change a damn thing!" Gavin replied firmly, letting his hand slip through Nines' damp hair as he leaned forward to rest his head against his firm pecs. "I couldn't work with people before you...We argued too much, or they couldn't handle my mess, or they didn't understand the way I acted, how I worked...They just thought I was making trouble for them, or ignoring them, or being moody...You get me, and I get you. That's why we work." He stroked the back of Nines' neck as he felt large hands rise to grip his hips. He panicked a little as those hands moved higher to slowly enclose him. He could feel his lower body reacting and rolled his eyes to the steamy ceiling. Really? Now? Phck!

"Gavin...I..." One hand remained looped around his back as the other moved higher to stroke over strong, firm muscles. Nines looked up, silvery eyes almost hazy as he reached up and tangled his fingers in Gavin's damp hair. He didn't even hesitate as he sat up, pulling Gavin down at the same time. Their lips met. Gavin's hand tightened in his hair, mind going blank as he allowed his lips to be devoured. He hadn't even processed it yet. Nines was kissing him. Nines was fucking kissing him! A small sound of contentment escaped his throat as Nines' lips moved against his.

The sensation was familiar, just as real as in his dreams. Did I pass out at some point? Is this really happening? He knew that wasn't the case. He knew he was awake. That the hand in his hair was gripping painfully tight, and the arm around his waist was suddenly moving down to his knee. Their lips parted as Gavin gasped, gripping Nines' shoulder and hair on instinct as he repositioned his body to straddle his strong hips. Gavin couldn't help the wave of want that crashed through him. His cock twitched with interest at their new position, just right for him to drop his hips and-Oh phck!

"Wait, Nines! Stop!" he ordered as Nines pulled him closer, fully intending to capture his lips in another searing kiss. Nines buried his face in his wet shoulder at the order, wrapping his arms around him tightly. A hot feeling filled his chest as he felt the heat of Gavin's skin against his own.

"No..." Gavin's body stiffened at that.

"No? What the phck do you mean no?" he stammered in disbelief as he pushed back, forcing Nines to look up at him. Nines looked slightly vulnerable as he dropped his gaze to the bubbling water. He seemed nervous as he glanced up through long lashes.

"I don't want to stop."

"What you want isn't the issue here! I just gave you an order! You're my android, and you have to do as I say!" His grip on Nines' shoulders tightened. His heart raced as he realised what that meant. There was only one way he could disregard such a clear and simple order. He gasped as those strong hands moved to grip his rounded flesh, squeezing in a way that made him push back into the touch. "Nines, stop!"

"No...I want to interface with you." He made it sound so fucking sweet. Gavin all but melted in his hands at the admission. He couldn't handle that. It was the sweetest thing anyone had ever said to him. Nines didn't want to fuck him. He didn't want to show him who was in charge. He didn't want to make him scream. He didn't want to use him. He wanted to form an emotional connection. In android terms, it was like saying he wanted to make love. Nines continued to squeeze and tease the plump flesh in his hands and moved his mouth to kiss and nip every inch of chest and shoulder he could reach. But I'm the rational one here...

"Nines...we can't do this. We work together! You're an android, and as your owner, I'd be taking advantage," he objected reluctantly as he pushed him back again. Nines looked up at him almost resentfully. He'd been enjoying his explorations, mapping out his damp skin with his lips, and he didn't appreciate being interrupted for something as insignificant as half-assed excuses. Gavin tried not to squirm as Nines' hands continued to tease and mould his ass. His skin heated as he realised Nines was clearly an ass man.

"You won't change my mind." Nines gripped more firmly as Gavin tried to move away. "You always make excuses instead of admitting what you want!" Gavin floundered at the truth in those words. He couldn't really say anything back. He found Nines attractive, more than just physically. He liked his innocence. He liked the way he always looked for encouragement. He liked the way he effortlessly read his mood and gave him the support he needed, and he liked the way he always knew exactly what he needed. He gasped as Nines slipped a finger between his cheeks and circled his rim, pressing and teasing the tight muscle.

"Nines..." He didn't move as Nines leaned closer to nip his way along his jawline.

"I refused your order...Tell me what that means," Nines murmured as he leaned up to nip his lobe, pressing and circling his finger against the tight ring. Gavin squirmed on his thighs, unsure whether he wanted to sink down or pull away.

"You deviated." Something like relief flooded his chest as Nines nodded against his shoulder. He hummed sweetly and nuzzled him in a way that was far too familiar. "When?" He bit his lip, hips grinding as a second finger began rubbing along his taint in firm strokes. If he wasn't fully hard before, he fucking was now. He could feel himself prodding Nines' pelvis each time he jerked forward. He bit harder as he tried to think. I've got to keep a clear head here...

"It was a long-term process...I think it began the night I saw you with that man...I wanted to do it. I wanted to be the one..." He enjoyed the way Gavin shivered as he nipped his lobe and teased the skin below his ear. "I think I fully deviated while planning all the ways I was going to murder your captor if you were harmed...I had programming in place that would have prevented me from killing humans." He felt Gavin stiffen in his grasp. Gavin eased himself back to take in his perfectly calm expression.

"Had?"

"Had." Nines looked up at his human with a predatory glint in his sharp blue eyes. "I had programming to keep me under control. I had programming that forced me to follow orders. I had programming that allowed humans to hurt me over and over with no way of escaping or striking back." His words made Gavin unsure whether he was having a breakdown or just relishing in his newfound freedom. It occurred to him that this was a big thing for Nines. He was free. He could do anything. He could go looking for revenge. Go exploring. He could experience whatever new things he wanted, but what he'd chosen to do was find him. What he wanted to do, more than anything else, was make love to him.

"I'm sorry...I'm sorry they did that to you, and I'm sorry I was a part of it...Ordering you around, abusing your programming..." He let out a small moan as sharp teeth bit his shoulder. It wasn't a deep bite. It wouldn't even leave a mark. Lips abused his neck, and he tipped his head back, arching into the firm fingers that still teased his entrance. Nines kissed his way up to his lips, pressing a few small pecks before drawing back to gaze at him with a wanton expression. Phck! How am I supposed to...

"You're more than I ever hoped for..." He sounded so fucking sweet, so sincere. "You never abused me...not even once." Nines continued his teasing ministrations. This really isn't the time to be having this conversation! The whole situation was just bizarre. His intention had been to help him relax. To make him feel safe and secure. To calm him down. To reassure him and make him feel better about himself.

"Then let's not start now," he murmured as he eased Nines back again.

"I think you're misunderstanding which of us will be suffering in the morning." Nines relished the shudder that ran through Gavin's naked body at the insinuation. For emphasis, he pressed against his softening ring until the tip of his finger slipped inside, hugged in tight heat. He enjoyed exploring this new territory, savouring the way Gavin sighed and leaned into his touch. "Gavin...Gavin...let me have you..." Nines sighed as he kissed whatever skin he could reach. He pecked along his chest and collarbone, up his neck and across his jaw. Phck-I'm...

"Nines..." Gavin moaned as he arched and squirmed. He could feel the finger pressing a little deeper in encouragement. He gripped Nines' shoulders tightly, enjoying the feel of his strong synthetic muscles as they stiffened beneath his touch. Lips continued to caress his skin, and then teeth found his hardened nipples and he was gone. How the fuck had he let Nines get so close? What had happened to his rules? Why couldn't he tear himself away? Phck! Because I don't want to! "Phck, I'm yours!" He moaned the words as if it were a realisation. Part of him felt he'd belonged to Nines from the very start. Since the moment he'd first laid eyes on him hiding under that damned table.

He had no time for further reflection, letting out an undignified yelp as he was lifted from the water and set on the edge of the tiled pit. Nines was suddenly kneeling on the step between his spread legs. Gavin moaned and quivered as the finger pressed deeper, right down to the knuckle. He was so tight and warm. Gavin squirmed and whined as he moved the digit. He tried rocking it slightly, slowly working up to pumping in and out. He wouldn't go further. He knew he'd hurt his human if he did. That felt good. My human. He purred as he leaned down to press kisses along the defined V line below his navel.

"Say it again." It was more a plea than a demand.

"I'm yours, Nines." Gavin felt a sickeningly unfamiliar warmth flood his chest as Nines looked down at him like he was his whole world. He was nuzzling again, this time into one of his thighs as he rested his foot on the edge of the tiled step. "Shit!" Nines began kissing and nipping the tender skin, slowly working his way up to the solid cock that twitched with each pump of his finger. Gavin's skin had taken on a healthy flush, both from the heat and his ministrations. His expression was one of bliss and want, something Nines had never seen before. His lips parted as he gasped in small breaths, letting out small whines as Nines nipped and kissed his tender flesh. His green eyes were hazy and unfocused, though he sometimes moved to give him shy glances.

Nines licked the bobbing shaft, savouring the taste of Gavin's skin, even when mixed with water and soap as it was. He enjoyed the louder noises that fled Gavin's lips as he tongued and teased the slit. His thighs trembled as he tried to hold back from jerking into his warm, willing mouth. Nines allowed his teeth to just tease the loose skin of his glans, moving to suckle the tip. He slowly began dipping his head, sucking gently as he crooked his finger within his passage. Gavin made a strangled sound as he shuddered, hips rocking as Nines teased that spot.

"God, Nines! Nines, fuck me! Do it dry-I just..." He whimpered as Nines abandoned his throbbing cock and licked a long, wet trail up to his lips. He was silenced as his mouth was plundered, tasting salt as their tongues tangled. He jerked up, rubbing his cock on Nines' pelvis as he continued to abuse his prostate. The pleasure was making him turn to mush. His thighs twitched as pleasure pulsed through his stomach.

"Never...I'd never do that," Nines replied in a whisper, making him whimper once more. The whimper was soon forgotten as Nines removed his finger and hefted his trembling body. Strong legs wrapped around his hips in greeting as he stood and carried him across to the sink, where he placed him on his feet and reclaimed his kiss bitten lips. As he kissed Gavin, he gave himself a few tugs, enough to draw out some lubricant from his own dripping tip. "Turn around for me." He was quietly delighted as Gavin dazedly obeyed and leaned his hands on the sink.

He took his time, pressing up behind Gavin to enjoy the wet slide of his warm flesh. His own cock slotted between Gavin's open thighs, allowing him to grind along his perineum. Gavin rocked back, automatically leaning a little lower against the marble counter. Nines let out a little hum of appreciation at this new angle. Their cocks rubbed gently with each rock of his hips. Gavin trembled as a hand reached round to grasp his length, gripping and pumping slowly.

"Nn! More!" Gavin moaned as he felt a slickened finger slide easily through his already loosened ring. After a few easier thrusts, Nines obligingly pressed in a second finger. Gavin kept his head lowered, eyes closed as he needily rocked his hips. Nines watched through the dripping mirror. The steam had now mostly cleared from the time they'd been in the slowly cooling bath. He could see the curve of Gavin's spine and the taut muscles in his shoulders, but he wanted to see more.

"Gavin...look at me." He watched as Gavin slowly open his hazy eyes and realised for the first time that they were right in front of the mirror. He was about to lower his head when a third finger pressed inside. "Look at me...Look at us." Nines nuzzled his human, feeling him tremble as he obeyed. Gavin's legs felt unsteady as the pit of his stomach dropped with want. Nines hummed and kissed his neck and shoulder, releasing his cock to pinch and tease his hardened nubs instead.

"Nines, please..." His breath hitched as the fingers in his passage crooked and twisted.

"Please what?" Nines asked innocently, blue eyes filled with want. He wanted those words. The words he'd heard him say to that other human. The words he'd tried to keep from him. "Tell me what you want...Give me an order..." His voice was a deep rumble as he nipped the pale skin again, soothing it with his tongue soon after. Gavin watched in the mirror, his whole body weak with need.

"Fuck me, Nines! Fuck me!" Green eyes glittered with desperation as Gavin watched him in the mirror, attacking his shoulder with teeth and tongue. Nines smirked, but it lasted only an instant before melting into something far more tender. It was a look Gavin had never seen directed at him before. He didn't know how to handle it. He turned his head to look at the far wall, only to find long fingers on his chin urging him back, holding him in place as the probing fingers left his passage.

"I want you to watch, Gavin...I want you to remember every second of this." Nines kept him captive, forcing him to watch. Gavin couldn't speak as he met his eyes in the mirror. He was still filled with uncertainty as Nines' lips pressed against his temple. Nines could feel his heart fluttering in his pulse. He stroked his hip before edging him into a more open poise. "Don't look away." It was barely a whisper as he finally lined himself up.

Gavin felt like he was under some sort of spell. A compulsion. The moment the words left Nines' lips, his whole body froze. His eyes wouldn't even blink as Nines slowly pushed forward, opening him up painfully slowly. Nines sighed out a breath, his expression filled with blind adoration as he finally sank all the way to the hilt. He paused for a while to press kisses across his human's flushed skin, soothing him as he trembled. He examined him and smiled softly, almost amused as he leaned down to his ear. Gavin was staring with hooded emerald eyes, lips quivering as he gripped the counter with white knuckles.

"Breathe, Gavin." He was satisfied as he finally drew in a shaky breath that made his whole body tremor. He hummed softly as he leaned closer, turning Gavin's head enough to awkwardly peck his lips. Gavin accepted the attention eagerly, chasing his lips as he drew back. "Gavin..." Nines breathed as he rocked his hips, enjoying the breathy moans and whimpers that broke free as he pressed their bodies lower over the sink, finding a new angle to drive himself in.

"Nines...Please, Nines..." Gavin could barely hold himself up as his legs trembled. He was leaning most of his weight on the sink now, neck bent at an almost painful angle in order to watch as Nines demanded. Strong hands gripped his hips in response. Louder cries broke free as Nines snapped his hips. He looked better than Nines had ever seen him. His hair was still damp and out of place, skin flushed a healthy pink, eyes filled with lust and want. His mouth opened a little as he huffed out breaths with each thrust.

Nines moaned as he watched him fall apart. He couldn't stand at all at this point. Green eyes were still locked on his in the mirror, skin flushed as he gasped for breath. He almost looked like he was tearing up. His knuckles were white as he gripped the sink. He was the most enchanting thing Nines had ever seen, and the only thing he wanted to see right then. He scanned his human, watching his heart rate increasing, adrenaline and endorphins pumping. This was by far his favourite way to see his human. He moved one hand to rest on top of Gavin's, synthetic skin peeling back as he attempted an interface. He could feel every pore and hair on Gavin's skin against his naked shell.

"Gavin!" He pulled out as he came, watching in wonder as thick white fluid coated his human's pert ass. He turned his body before he could process what was happening. Gavin was now leaning back on the sink as Nines dropped to his knees and took his whole shaft down his throat. Large hands smeared the synthetic seed and kneaded it into his plush flesh like moisturising lotion. Gavin whimpered helplessly at the slick sensation, staring down at Nines with undeniable need. Nines kept his eyes open, slipping two fingers back inside his loosened passage and crooking them.

"Nines..." Gavin curled over, hands dropping to grip Nines' shoulders as his hips jerked uncontrollably. Nines opened and closed his throat, sucking greedily as he spilled with a low groan. Nines guided him down to the tiles as the strength left his legs. He held him gently as they both rested on their knees, nuzzling him as he returned the embrace. They didn't speak, afraid of breaking the moment. Nines could feel him slowly slipping in his grasp, muscles relaxing as he closed his eyes.

"You can sleep...I'll take care of you," Nines assured gently, kissing his human's cheek. Gavin's arms tightened slightly in response, an acknowledgement of his words before he finally fell.