[... Oh. His heart squeezes a bit and he looks away, idly brushing through Akira's hair again. Having such compliments from anyone would please him, but from Akira...]
You're wonderful. [Quiet.] Fun and kind, caring... I like your wit, your humor, and how patient you are. I'm a difficult person at times, after all, so I appreciate your company. And I find you an honest person, someone who doesn't fake interest. You're genuine. Even when you tease me, I don't mind it... there's no ill-intent.
[They're all the things he cherishes about Akira, the things he admires.]
If there's anyone that someone should want to be like, it's you. I'd like a thousand Akira over another of me.
[ UGH. Akira is very much not used to being complimented, especially in a miniature gush. His brow furrows as he can actually feel his cheeks heating up. Luckily it's dark out and the lantern can only unveil so much.
He's been working hard and it's working... Or at least from what Goro is saying. Thank God Goro isn't looking this way— ]
Well, that's true. I think just one's perfect for me, in that case.
[... That's sappy, that's way sappy, he's tugging lightly at Akira's hair.]
We should release these fireflies. Few as they are, they need the chance to copulate -- which is what they're looking to do when they light up in the summer, by the way. Females are attracted to quicker blink rates.
[ He is desperately weak against that laugh... This isn't fair? Also, he's getting a feeling that you like pull people's hair in bed, but he won't say anything.
ESPECIALLY AFTER THAT TIDBIT. ]
... I wasn't sure I needed to know we're loitering around their mating grounds.
Only when I'm contemplating my meager existence in the grand scale of everything the world offers. It's quite humbling, knowing that everything on this planet belongs to insectkind and we're simply being allowed to live in their domain.
[ He’s quiet before he bursts out laughing again, but it doesn’t last too long. It kind of hurts his full stomach... ]
Has anyone told you you’re silly? Though I guess you would be in high regard to our insect overlords.
[ Reaching for the jar, he releases the fireflies their caught. Buzz buzz, friends, but he doesn’t mention the ones that be decided to use Goro as a nest. He’s going to give it maybe a couple minutes longer. ]
[The fireflies aren't the only thing lighting up Goro's night. Akira's such a source of warmth in the chill, even if the laughter's at him... He rubs the back of his warming neck, leaning back on a hand as he looks up at the sky.]
Silly is possibly the kindest thing you could've said to that. I'll put in a good word for you in return.
[There are just much worse things he could've been called than just "silly"!!!
That gets him to jerk a bit in surprise though, hand reach up to capture one and brush the others away, clucking his tongue.]
I feel somewhat pleased, on the other hand, that they landed on me... I've always wanted a butterfly to do that, but they're skittish. I'll bet you've had one land on you though.
[ That's such a strange assumption to make? Akira only raises his eyebrows as he ushers Goro off of the quilt. They should probably head back with hard dark it is... ]
I don't think I have, but maybe it happened while I was sleeping. I'm sure a butterfly will grace you with its presence eventually.
[ Because like... his thought bubble just shows a sunflower? Goro is like a sunflower. ]
You just seem like the sort of person that would manage to sit still enough for that.
[He'll help with the clean up, because they really should get back. And be clearly amused by the flower that catches his momentary attention. A sunflower... How cute.]
Though mostly due to sleeping, yes. I'm surprised they didn't make more of a nest out of your hair, though, it's soft and perfect for it.
That's weird to hear. I usually feel antsy? Not sure why.
[ Maybe because he's always itching to break away from the life he led before... Now that they're all packed, it's time to walk back even if Akira kind of wants to sleep in the forest. It's a lot better than sleeping on the beach. He starts leading them back. ]
[Goro likes his hair being touched in the first place, he finds that's doubled with Akira. He feels so hopeless, god, he'll play with his hair idly, a warm sort of color overtaking his thoughts.]
Only the finest products... and genes, I suppose. Thank you, even if we're talking about this in context of five star ratings for firefly motels.
[ YOU ARE SUCH A LOVESTRUCK HIGH SCHOOLER even if they only recently graduated? It's almost embarrassing, but he'll keep smiling so he doesn't die on their walk back. ]
It's no problem. I would nest in your hair any day?
Even if you tease me about it, I know you'll sit down and watch them with me anyway. That's why I can be honest around you.
[mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm he got asked out this time, so he should... He will. Ahem. Have the world's shyest cheek peck. Because that's what you do after dates. And Akira gave him one last time, so it's fair. That's all. Nothing else to it.]
Thank you for inviting me out. It was a lot of fun. [and exactly what he wanted to do in not as many words.] I'll, um, see you around? Maybe we can do the other things too sometime. If you don't mind.
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You're wonderful. [Quiet.] Fun and kind, caring... I like your wit, your humor, and how patient you are. I'm a difficult person at times, after all, so I appreciate your company. And I find you an honest person, someone who doesn't fake interest. You're genuine. Even when you tease me, I don't mind it... there's no ill-intent.
[They're all the things he cherishes about Akira, the things he admires.]
If there's anyone that someone should want to be like, it's you. I'd like a thousand Akira over another of me.
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He's been working hard and it's working... Or at least from what Goro is saying. Thank God Goro isn't looking this way— ]
You can barely handle one of me.
[ JUST. SAYING. ]
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Well, that's true. I think just one's perfect for me, in that case.
[... That's sappy, that's way sappy, he's tugging lightly at Akira's hair.]
We should release these fireflies. Few as they are, they need the chance to copulate -- which is what they're looking to do when they light up in the summer, by the way. Females are attracted to quicker blink rates.
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ESPECIALLY AFTER THAT TIDBIT. ]
... I wasn't sure I needed to know we're loitering around their mating grounds.
[ CHRIST. ]
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[A beat.]
They're kinky like that.
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Are these the things you think about in your free time, Mister Akechi.
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Only when I'm contemplating my meager existence in the grand scale of everything the world offers. It's quite humbling, knowing that everything on this planet belongs to insectkind and we're simply being allowed to live in their domain.
[this is the one you like akira.]
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Has anyone told you you’re silly? Though I guess you would be in high regard to our insect overlords.
[ Reaching for the jar, he releases the fireflies their caught. Buzz buzz, friends, but he doesn’t mention the ones that be decided to use Goro as a nest. He’s going to give it maybe a couple minutes longer. ]
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Silly is possibly the kindest thing you could've said to that. I'll put in a good word for you in return.
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[ He can't imagine some people taking it as a compliment at all. ]
Also, some of the bugs are using your hair as a love hotel.
[ Time to pour some gasoline all over as he starts packing up the containers. ]
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That gets him to jerk a bit in surprise though, hand reach up to capture one and brush the others away, clucking his tongue.]
I feel somewhat pleased, on the other hand, that they landed on me... I've always wanted a butterfly to do that, but they're skittish. I'll bet you've had one land on you though.
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I don't think I have, but maybe it happened while I was sleeping. I'm sure a butterfly will grace you with its presence eventually.
[ Because like... his thought bubble just shows a sunflower? Goro is like a sunflower. ]
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[He'll help with the clean up, because they really should get back. And be clearly amused by the flower that catches his momentary attention. A sunflower... How cute.]
Though mostly due to sleeping, yes. I'm surprised they didn't make more of a nest out of your hair, though, it's soft and perfect for it.
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[ Maybe because he's always itching to break away from the life he led before... Now that they're all packed, it's time to walk back even if Akira kind of wants to sleep in the forest. It's a lot better than sleeping on the beach. He starts leading them back. ]
Your hair is pretty soft, too.
[ HERE. Let him ruffle it. ]
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Only the finest products... and genes, I suppose. Thank you, even if we're talking about this in context of five star ratings for firefly motels.
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It's no problem. I would nest in your hair any day?
[ Compliments! ]
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[But he gets the gist of it, he guess? Akira likes his hair. That's good.]
But, um. You're welcome to.
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[ Give him a moment to make a face because THAT SOUNDS SO WEIRD, but it's too late.
It has been done. ]
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... Which means he gets to be the one that teases?? Oh gosh. What pressure.]
I think you watch too many romance movies, Akira. It's certainly not normally.
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Some romance movies are funny.
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Oh, so you do, do you? Akira Kurusu, romantic at heart. How cute.
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Not as romantic as you, probably.
[ DUSK FAN. ]
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[1. gross? 2. of course he's shameless about it with akira]
I'm pleased to hear we're alike in that as well, though I wouldn't think you're as bad as me...
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... I'm glad I ate before you sad that and that you're honest with yourself.
[ GOD. God. Now his tummy feels funny. Don't mind that he idly rubs it. ]
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[mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm he got asked out this time, so he should... He will. Ahem. Have the world's shyest cheek peck. Because that's what you do after dates. And Akira gave him one last time, so it's fair. That's all. Nothing else to it.]
Thank you for inviting me out. It was a lot of fun. [and exactly what he wanted to do in not as many words.] I'll, um, see you around? Maybe we can do the other things too sometime. If you don't mind.
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