From Bruce's experience of Tony, it's possible to get him to relax without alcohol, but it requires throwing out enough challenges to his intellect that his neuroses can't find a way through to catch his attention. It ain't easy.

Knowing that, he shakes his head and gives an affectionate snort. "I'd have to nail you to the floor and you still wouldn't meditate."

The push sends him back and he doesn't try to keep his balance when the bed catches him behind the knees, just catches himself on one hand and scoots to get entirely up on the bed. "Looks like you just volunteered to go get condoms from FRIDAY."

If Tony plays his cards right, he might even get a bit of a show from Bruce, idly touching himself while he waits for Tony to join him.


[No worries! Have a great vacation and a safe trip!]