Well, yeah. I'd hope so. [Let him live. Also, how does a cat even learn how to act like a toy, what....] As long as he doesn't preoccupy himself by stealing more socks, he should be good company.
[Quirking a small smile, he turns back briefly to sling his messenger bag over his shoulder. Good thing he packed beforehand!]
Not unless you're trying to politely imply that I do. Otherwise, I'm ready when you are.
[ Don't ask. Morrigan is a smart cat. Through trial and error, he learned the less movements he makes in the bag, the better. The kitty gives Kouhei a squint when he mention socks before hiding back into Akira's open bag. ]
No, you seem pretty fresh to me. [ And he'll lead them! Probably need to head onto a bus, but no worries. It shouldn't take long. ] Got any holiday plans?
[The good thing about Kouhei is that he's quiet and obedient when it comes to things like this, trusting enough that he's perfectly content to follow Akira wherever he leads them. Which is thankfully on the right path and not into a creepy forest or something.]
What? [He wasn't looking in Akira's direction, admittedly, and turns toward him as they walk. He heard "plans" (or at least he's pretty sure he did), so if Akira isn't talking about today, then....] Do you mean for winter break? I'd like to go home for New Year's, but plane tickets are expensive around Christmas, so I'm just spending it here this year. How about you?
[ Akira is fortunately a good boy and would never hurt his friend! So they're on the bus to the place of leisure, the Porcelain Kingdom is what it's called. Morrigan peeks momentarily to see where they are, but sneaks back into the bag when he realizes they're on the bus.
... A child points to Akira and says kitty, but her mother tells her he isn't a cat. Haha. Anyway, he tries to speak louder, but also huddling closer to Kouhei so he can hear him clearly. ]
It really is expensive this time of year... I hear that the planes are also packed?
[ ... What is he doing— ]
Not sure. My family isn't the type to celebrate it. I'll have to preoccupy myself somehow.
[Come on, Morrigan, don't blow their cover! Or Akira's, because nobody's supposed to find out that he's obviously a cat pretending to be a man. Incredible.
Kouhei's looking down at Morrigan when Akira scoots closer, and looks up in mild surprise. It isn't a bad thing to be so close to a friend, but it's admittedly a little new, given that he's still getting used to the whole friend thing in general. It's nice.... that someone would want to be close to him like this.]
Yeah, it's always crazy around the holidays. I miss my mom, but she swears she's fine with it. [Not that he's been able to talk to her for a week or two now.]
Even if your family doesn't celebrate, you could still do something fun with your friends.
[ It's okay, kitty is hidden now. Doesn't even squirm to make them look even more suspicious. Either way, don't get too awkward about the close proximity, Kouhei. They're almost to Porcelain Kingdom, a store I made up just for this. ]
Sounds like mother can expect a postcard. [ Which isn't too bad. ] Yeah... Though I've never done that really? As embarrassing as it is to admit.
[ Even saying that it's embarrassing embarrasses him, but he's scratching his cheek nervously hoping to pry off the layer of shame. ]
[Excuse me, why hasn't this magnificent place been added to the locations page yet???? Wow, Hei.]
I sent a letter, but I'm not sure if it'll go out properly. I heard that some people are getting theirs back. ....Does your family live in the city too?
[Maybe he shouldn't have mentioned it.... Christmas isn't celebrated quite the same way in Japan, but here in America, it's a little sad to not do anything on such a significant holiday. Not that he's one to talk.]
Um.... If you don't have a girlfriend and can't find other people to make plans with, if you want to.... Maybe we could do something over the break. It doesn't have to be on Christmas or New Year's or anything, but if you're free, then....
My parents are here, but my relatives are still in Japan. We're not close, though.
[ So it isn't a big deal? However, his dad is on a trip currently... And it concerns him mighty, but all he can do is wait. Quietly, he's trying to bat away this worry and embarrassment. ]
I'm sure my boyfriend wants to do something for the holidays, but I'm pretty greedy so... I would definitely like to hang out with you and the rest of my friends.
[I KNOW THE ACTUAL REASON WHY, LET ME LIVE!!!! Porcelain Kingdom will always exist in my heart.]
I see....
[Yeah, that's all. He's getting the feeling that Akira doesn't particularly want to talk about his family, so he won't press the topic. Especially not when it's followed with--]
You have a boyfriend?! You.... You've never said anything about it before!
[ maybe my second character will work in Porcelain Kingdom. For now, Akira's sly expression goes under the radar and his confused one returns. Why is Kouhei so surprised— ]
You never asked?
[ He doesn't seem to have an issue about admitting that he's in a relationship... Gender is even less of a worry. The bus makes a stop and Akira will lead Kouhei out, but continue the conversation. ]
[No, he didn't ask, but he figured that Akira would have mentioned something like that by now. How do friends work.... how do relationships work. But still, Kouhei looks genuinely happy as they get off of the bus and continue walking. Another smile for the tally!]
You're right, but that's.... That's so nice. I'm really happy for you. You'll have to tell me about him sometime. [....] Only if you want to, of course.
[ You don't say "I have a boyfriend" out of nowhere, Kouhei!! But it also isn't a secret, so he doesn't mind at all. If anything, this opens more possibilities for conversation. He smiles back at him before bumping their shoulders together playfully. ]
Thanks... I don't mind telling you about him—I think you two would make good friends, too. [ BUT. But. ] Are you seeing anyone?
[Still not entirely used to friendly affection, the slight shoulder bump almost startles him, and he looks down just a touch in embarrassment as they continue on.]
Really? It would be nice to meet someone you're close to.... [Truly! But even though Akira's question is so simple, Kouhei definitely turns a little red.] Who, me? No.... No, of course not.
[And he pauses, glancing to the side as a distraction.]
[ Oh... Not Akira is a back being embarrassed because did he screw this up? Christ. Just smile awkwardly and note not to do that again. Kouhei is a good guy and doesn't deserve to be made uncomfortable.
Let's latch onto Kouhei's love life instead. ]
A little. [ Can you feel this mischievous gaze, Kouhei? ] What's your type?
Someone nice who won't think I'm a bother, I guess....
[What if he just like. Forcibly changes the topic, how about that. He can't use the "I have a twisted personality" excuse on someone he knows isn't going to judge him for his preferences.]
What about you? I'm more interested in hearing about you!
[ Just because he doesn’t think of him as a bother and he can’t imagine anyone he knows that would think that way, either. There are good people in Recolle and he hasn’t found someone he wants to punch out of pure malice just yet. ]
What about me?
[ He is a kind and generous soul, so he purposely allows the change. He knows it’s hard to talk about oneself—he sucks at it, too. ]
[A smile that seems like it can brighten the whole world.... like sunshine.
....]
Um.... Remember that post I made about the person in my memories? I think--
[Oh, that sure is the door opening. Is this the place? Excellent timing there, Kouhei. He does, however, step in and wait for Akira to follow behind him. There's so much china here!]
[ And he slips over here. With a little talk to the employee, they get to pay for a room. It's pricey (not too bad)... But that's what you get for leisure? If Kouhei doesn't shell out, Akira can easily pay for this (and regret it later). As the employee bows out to prepare a room for them in the back, he looks over to his friend: ]
[Thankfully, the price isn't outrageous enough for Kouhei to be appalled, and he does have a job. Besides, hanging out with a friend like this is something he's never really done before! It's well worth it. Even if they're just going to be breaking plates and things.
But the break between his statement and Akira's response threw him off enough that he probably looks a little more than slightly shocked, and with a slight flush, he sighs and rubs at his neck.]
I can't believe you figured it out before I did....
[ The employee doesn't take too long before they bounce back over to them. ushering and guiding them to the room. It's all white, clean as the Apple store, and there's a wall of fine china ready to be demolished. When inspecting them, the wares are rather thin—cost-effective, probably.
Anyway, as they hit the doorway, Akira has been spooked into silence for a whole minute. ]
... So it really is your crush?
[ What?? Why is it that every time Akira makes a joke about people's crushes/relationships, they end up being true?
[This really is a unique place. Everything is so pristine that Kouhei feels a little bad that they're about to break all of this china, even though it doesn't look terribly expensive or anything. He's the guest here (?), so he's going to wait for Akira to do something first.... Or so he'd hoped.]
That's-- That's what I was trying to tell you!
[He isn't fretting too much, at least not outwardly, but his voice is clearly far less measured than it usually is.]
And it's not me, either way! It's the me in my memories.
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[Quirking a small smile, he turns back briefly to sling his messenger bag over his shoulder. Good thing he packed beforehand!]
Not unless you're trying to politely imply that I do. Otherwise, I'm ready when you are.
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No, you seem pretty fresh to me. [ And he'll lead them! Probably need to head onto a bus, but no worries. It shouldn't take long. ] Got any holiday plans?
YOU'RE GOOD.
[The good thing about Kouhei is that he's quiet and obedient when it comes to things like this, trusting enough that he's perfectly content to follow Akira wherever he leads them. Which is thankfully on the right path and not into a creepy forest or something.]
What? [He wasn't looking in Akira's direction, admittedly, and turns toward him as they walk. He heard "plans" (or at least he's pretty sure he did), so if Akira isn't talking about today, then....] Do you mean for winter break? I'd like to go home for New Year's, but plane tickets are expensive around Christmas, so I'm just spending it here this year. How about you?
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... A child points to Akira and says kitty, but her mother tells her he isn't a cat. Haha. Anyway, he tries to speak louder, but also huddling closer to Kouhei so he can hear him clearly. ]
It really is expensive this time of year... I hear that the planes are also packed?
[ ... What is he doing— ]
Not sure. My family isn't the type to celebrate it. I'll have to preoccupy myself somehow.
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Kouhei's looking down at Morrigan when Akira scoots closer, and looks up in mild surprise. It isn't a bad thing to be so close to a friend, but it's admittedly a little new, given that he's still getting used to the whole friend thing in general. It's nice.... that someone would want to be close to him like this.]
Yeah, it's always crazy around the holidays. I miss my mom, but she swears she's fine with it. [Not that he's been able to talk to her for a week or two now.]
Even if your family doesn't celebrate, you could still do something fun with your friends.
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Sounds like mother can expect a postcard. [ Which isn't too bad. ] Yeah... Though I've never done that really? As embarrassing as it is to admit.
[ Even saying that it's embarrassing embarrasses him, but he's scratching his cheek nervously hoping to pry off the layer of shame. ]
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I sent a letter, but I'm not sure if it'll go out properly. I heard that some people are getting theirs back. ....Does your family live in the city too?
[Maybe he shouldn't have mentioned it.... Christmas isn't celebrated quite the same way in Japan, but here in America, it's a little sad to not do anything on such a significant holiday. Not that he's one to talk.]
Um.... If you don't have a girlfriend and can't find other people to make plans with, if you want to.... Maybe we could do something over the break. It doesn't have to be on Christmas or New Year's or anything, but if you're free, then....
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My parents are here, but my relatives are still in Japan. We're not close, though.
[ So it isn't a big deal? However, his dad is on a trip currently... And it concerns him mighty, but all he can do is wait. Quietly, he's trying to bat away this worry and embarrassment. ]
I'm sure my boyfriend wants to do something for the holidays, but I'm pretty greedy so... I would definitely like to hang out with you and the rest of my friends.
[ Confident smirk!! ]
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I see....
[Yeah, that's all. He's getting the feeling that Akira doesn't particularly want to talk about his family, so he won't press the topic. Especially not when it's followed with--]
You have a boyfriend?! You.... You've never said anything about it before!
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You never asked?
[ He doesn't seem to have an issue about admitting that he's in a relationship... Gender is even less of a worry. The bus makes a stop and Akira will lead Kouhei out, but continue the conversation. ]
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You're right, but that's.... That's so nice. I'm really happy for you. You'll have to tell me about him sometime. [....] Only if you want to, of course.
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Thanks... I don't mind telling you about him—I think you two would make good friends, too. [ BUT. But. ] Are you seeing anyone?
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Really? It would be nice to meet someone you're close to.... [Truly! But even though Akira's question is so simple, Kouhei definitely turns a little red.] Who, me? No.... No, of course not.
[And he pauses, glancing to the side as a distraction.]
But it does sound nice. Just a little.
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Let's latch onto Kouhei's love life instead. ]
A little. [ Can you feel this mischievous gaze, Kouhei? ] What's your type?
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[NO, HE WANTED TO CHANGE THE TOPIC, THIS IS GOING TO GO SO POORLY.]
I.... I don't really know. [Except everything about his voice gives away exactly how embarrassed he is.] I've never really considered it, so....
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I’m sure you can come up with a couple of preferences.
[ Gently elbows Kouhei’s side! ]
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AT THE GROUND]
Someone nice who won't think I'm a bother, I guess....
[What if he just like. Forcibly changes the topic, how about that. He can't use the "I have a twisted personality" excuse on someone he knows isn't going to judge him for his preferences.]
What about you? I'm more interested in hearing about you!
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[ Just because he doesn’t think of him as a bother and he can’t imagine anyone he knows that would think that way, either. There are good people in Recolle and he hasn’t found someone he wants to punch out of pure malice just yet. ]
What about me?
[ He is a kind and generous soul, so he purposely allows the change. He knows it’s hard to talk about oneself—he sucks at it, too. ]
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[Even though that's like.... all of his friends here. How did he get so lucky? Everyone on Retrospec seems so nice (for the most part).]
Your preferences. Or something along those lines, I guess. [Stop.]
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[ Someone like that would probably treat Kouhei right! That's what matters the most for him. ]
For me, their smile has to brighten up the whole room.
[ Which... Isn't hard. And lucky for Akira, they've reached Porcelain Kingdom...! He opens the door for his friend. Go in. ]
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....]
Um.... Remember that post I made about the person in my memories? I think--
[Oh, that sure is the door opening. Is this the place? Excellent timing there, Kouhei. He does, however, step in and wait for Akira to follow behind him. There's so much china here!]
Thanks.
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[ And he slips over here. With a little talk to the employee, they get to pay for a room. It's pricey (not too bad)... But that's what you get for leisure? If Kouhei doesn't shell out, Akira can easily pay for this (and regret it later). As the employee bows out to prepare a room for them in the back, he looks over to his friend: ]
The post about your crush, right?
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But the break between his statement and Akira's response threw him off enough that he probably looks a little more than slightly shocked, and with a slight flush, he sighs and rubs at his neck.]
I can't believe you figured it out before I did....
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Anyway, as they hit the doorway, Akira has been spooked into silence for a whole minute. ]
... So it really is your crush?
[ What?? Why is it that every time Akira makes a joke about people's crushes/relationships, they end up being true?
He's scared of this power. ]
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That's-- That's what I was trying to tell you!
[He isn't fretting too much, at least not outwardly, but his voice is clearly far less measured than it usually is.]
And it's not me, either way! It's the me in my memories.
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MOBILE FUCKED IT UP
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