[ But he’s sure he’ll probablt like her. He never had troubles with adults during this life, very different from what he remembers through these hallucinations. It’s almost strange... The more he thinks about it, the more he wonders if he’s just used to conforming. Akira’s eyes are still bright as Goro continues on with his endearing nostalgia.
His own memories of a kotatsu are different, but he finds no reason to share. After all, he hasn’t had one in years. He holds up an index finger and points to Goro, as if indicating they’re definitely on the same page. There’s so much confidence and earnest in this gesture, accompanied by subdued yet childlike enthusiasm. There’s only one thing this conversation is leading to— ]
Let’s make a pillow fort to fill in the void in our hearts.
[Goro stares at him, then gently reaches out to take Akira's hand in both of his--]
If we use Silver and Miss Velveteen's, we can make it a castle.
[THAT IS NOT BUYING A KOTATSU BUT HOLY SHIT DOES HE WANT TO MAKE A PILLOW SOMETHING OR OTHER, HIS EYES ARE SHINING WITH SUCH GENUINE GLEE AT THE THOUGHT.]
[ He holds onto Goro's even though this position across the kitchen table just to show agreement is awkward. It doesn't stop the pillow castle hype that has engulfed him.]
Perfect. I'll leave Elizabeth to you and I'll grab Silver's stuff.
[This is not awkward, this is those relationship goals Ann always talks about. Goro nods and finishes his meal quickly, setting the plate aside on a counter as he heads for Elizabeth's room with Potato at his heels. Belle and Gold will follow Akira.
[ He'll go ahead and ransack Silver's bed for blankets and pillows. If it's bare, Akira will have to remind himself that he should buy his friend more pillows and cushions just so he can make pillow castles whenever they please.
So all of that is pulled out and brought to the living room, dropped onto the clean carpet floor before he decides to do the world a favor and get Goro's things, too. Belle and Gold are his partners in crime now.
Couch cushions? Those are gone, too. They need a base, after all. ]
[Liz also has a normal amount of pillows and blankets, every single one put to use in their growing castle, but it's... pretty much just a fort with what they have. A large fort. But it's a castle because they say it is?
Anyway. Once it's put together, Goro will be fixing bits and pieces of it to make it look nice/be structurally sound with all of the things they collected. Making a note to himself to buy more pillows for this purpose. That's a worthwhile thing to put money to.
And, of course, because he takes this sort of thing so seriously:]
Do you want to be the ruling prince or a visiting one?
[ Don't talk shit about the pillow castle. It may only be able to fit both of them cozily, but it'll make do with the lack of a kotatsu. It takes some architecture work, some creativity, and the use of the back of the couch (which hey probably rearranged) with the coffee table...
BUT IT'S THEIRS. Akira gently places Goro's pusheen inside before peeking in to check out the space. ]
You could have your very own kingdom inside my home and you want to give it up on a technicality? Have a little more pride, my prince. But you are.
[So that's that. Goro's about to crawl in himself when Gold shoots in with a loud meow, standing proudly on the pusheen. He starts a staring contest with the young cat, each quiet and pensive, before he's sitting back on his heels.]
I have left over sashimi in the fridge. Retrieve it so we may have a gift to present to the lord of this fine estate.
[Which. Is Gold. Obviously. Belle wants fish too? She's chirruping and rubbing against Akira. Please fish.]
That kind of sounds like a concubine’s mansion than a castle.
[ Just. Saying. But he’ll do as Goro says after squishing Belle’s cheeks, making sure to massage them before picking himself up. If fish is what they want, fish is what they get. The sashimi is fetched and he gently taps the containter on the top of Goro’s head. ]
Sashimi. Really? You’re spoiling them.
[ A pointed look at both cats, but with an amused smile. ]
It was my lunch... But it'll be a good way to appease the little lord here, as well as his beautiful lady knight. This is the only time their begging pays off.
[Probably. Not really, chances are Goro'll share cat appropriate food with them at the touch of a paw, but Akira doesn't need to know that. He'll take the container from Akira, delicately taking one of the thin strips and holding it just out of reach of Gold, who follows it out of the castle dutifully as any four month old kitten would.
Belle meows impatiently, and with a press of her paws against his back Goro realizes that he's not going to have leftovers, is he. No. It's all going to these two. Oh no.]
They're formidable in their bartering, Prince Akira. I believe they seek all of our food in exchange for a night.
[ Is it... Akira would be the worst concubine because he would sneak out and probably steal your riches. Anyway, he watches the cats give them all their attention just because sashimi is out.
There is an apologetic look before he rolls his eyes, but... ]
That's so generous for a black hole like yourself. Makes me wonder if I beg enough you'll forfeit all your sushi to me, too.
[ While boyfriend deals with children, Akira will take first pick inside the castle. It has the capacity of at least two and at most two and possibly two small pets squished between them. With a little tug, he closes the entrance with the makeshift blanket door they added. ]
[That's why it's nice imagery. The reality of the situation is terrible.]
Black hole-- You're so rude.
[Belle and Gold feast happily on the sashimi once Goro sets it aside, popping a piece onto his mouth too with a thoughtful hum despite his earlier words.]
I'd give you a lot if you begged for it. It'd be a sight to behold.
[Can he come in. He'll tug the curtain door, he wants to come in.]
[ Akira settles into the comforts of the fort, but it must end here. With Goro seeking entrance, he sighs before carefully adjusting himself to "open the door". When the curtain is open, he roughly pulls his boyfriend in by the collar. ]
Welcome home, crown prince.
[ Entering by tumbles is the least elegant, but at least Goro can settle on top of Akira or roll off onto the vacant space by his side. It doesn't stop him from pinching and squishing his cheeks, unfortunately. ]
[This is the least elegant way and there's a startled noise in his throat at the sudden yank, scowling down lightly at Akira and the pinches/squishing that comes his way. But Goro'll settle on him with a sigh. He is never one to give up the offer of physical affection... though he is catching Akira's hands in his own, grinning slightly and pulling them to his lips.]
Most visitors have something to give the ruling royalty, you know. And they don't treat them like they would a pet. Honestly, you'd be a horrible diplomat.
Most first time visitors do. Last time I checked, this isn't my first time and I've already brought a gift.
[ LOOK AT THE PUSHEEN. It sits there, guarding the entrance like a true guard cat. He flexes his fingers when his hands are caught, warning Goro that he'll escape these confines soon. Diplomacy does n't seem to be his thing though, so he's right. ]
If you didn't like it, you wouldn't invite me to your bountiful lands for the nth time.
[ But that would destroy the pillow castle. That isn't relevant!! ]
[Goro narrows his eyes at these points, these very right points, and nuzzles Akira before releasing his hands and rolling into the vacant spot as a dark head peeks into the pillow castle. Gold has become interested, but he's not making any moves to enter.]
Fair. I mean, I don't mind it, but it's not that fun to have your cheeks pulled at. I like my head being pet though. And being kissed. I quite enjoy that too. I was rather into the thought of being bit by you as well... Holding hands, cuddling, pretty much anything else you could offer. Eating the food you make, as odd as it sounds.
[One of these probably didn't need to be mentioned?? But like. While he's casually listing things.]
[ Akira is following Goro's usual rambles. This isn't too different from what his boyfriend usually does—this habit predates their first encounter and Goro has mentioned it before. With hands now clasped over his stomach, he enjoys the cozy space.
He's still listening intently, but he does squint when he hears that one bit. One of these things are not like the other— ]
You want me to bite you?
[ A couple of question marks are flying, but he also thinks it's funny. ]
Does this have to do with your infatuation for vampires?
[ You think playing coy will shake him off? He knows what it's like to play dumb. He does it all the time even though he blatantly makes it obvious for comedic relief. ]
[ Though he's not sure about attractive, it makes sense. People tend to find assertive and dominant personalities attractive—he knows he does. Turning onto his side, he props his head onto his hand with his elbow digging into the plush floor.
Craning his neck, he's trying to get a good look at Goro. ]
[oh, ah, that's. that's acceptable. Belle has also become interested, there are now two cats pondering the right minute to strike.]
My guest has-- has been here often enough that he can entertain himself.
[Which is a poor thing to say at this very moment, seeing as he's been pulled back this way, but when has he ever had good choice in words. Never. Despite his previous desire to hide, Goro's leaning back into Akira. It's hard to resist.]
But I was raised to be a proper host, tending to every want and need... Do you want a fun fact? Or maybe there's something else I can offer to you, if you can think of it.
[ He's rolling his eyes as Goro preens himself, but buries his nose into the crown of his head, taking note of the lighter colored roots that makes his boyfriend look like a delinquent. It's all right. Every person likes to try new things or get pranked by their roommates ]
I can go for a fun fact of the day, your Majesty.
[ He's content in a nice pillow fort... Since this is also his first time making one with someone his age. What to do with the cats, though. Akira gently nudges them with his foot. ]
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[ But he’s sure he’ll probablt like her. He never had troubles with adults during this life, very different from what he remembers through these hallucinations. It’s almost strange... The more he thinks about it, the more he wonders if he’s just used to conforming. Akira’s eyes are still bright as Goro continues on with his endearing nostalgia.
His own memories of a kotatsu are different, but he finds no reason to share. After all, he hasn’t had one in years. He holds up an index finger and points to Goro, as if indicating they’re definitely on the same page. There’s so much confidence and earnest in this gesture, accompanied by subdued yet childlike enthusiasm. There’s only one thing this conversation is leading to— ]
Let’s make a pillow fort to fill in the void in our hearts.
[ THAT IS DEFINITELY NOT BUYING A KOTATSU. ]
#OFFENDED #VICTIMOFHEI #HOWDARE
If we use Silver and Miss Velveteen's, we can make it a castle.
[THAT IS NOT BUYING A KOTATSU BUT HOLY SHIT DOES HE WANT TO MAKE A PILLOW SOMETHING OR OTHER, HIS EYES ARE SHINING WITH SUCH GENUINE GLEE AT THE THOUGHT.]
CALM
Perfect. I'll leave Elizabeth to you and I'll grab Silver's stuff.
[ Someone stop them. ]
NEVER
(neither of them will be any help.)]
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So all of that is pulled out and brought to the living room, dropped onto the clean carpet floor before he decides to do the world a favor and get Goro's things, too. Belle and Gold are his partners in crime now.
Couch cushions? Those are gone, too. They need a base, after all. ]
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Anyway. Once it's put together, Goro will be fixing bits and pieces of it to make it look nice/be structurally sound with all of the things they collected. Making a note to himself to buy more pillows for this purpose. That's a worthwhile thing to put money to.
And, of course, because he takes this sort of thing so seriously:]
Do you want to be the ruling prince or a visiting one?
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BUT IT'S THEIRS. Akira gently places Goro's pusheen inside before peeking in to check out the space. ]
I'm technically visiting, right?
[ There you have it. ]
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[So that's that. Goro's about to crawl in himself when Gold shoots in with a loud meow, standing proudly on the pusheen. He starts a staring contest with the young cat, each quiet and pensive, before he's sitting back on his heels.]
I have left over sashimi in the fridge. Retrieve it so we may have a gift to present to the lord of this fine estate.
[Which. Is Gold. Obviously. Belle wants fish too? She's chirruping and rubbing against Akira. Please fish.]
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[ Just. Saying. But he’ll do as Goro says after squishing Belle’s cheeks, making sure to massage them before picking himself up. If fish is what they want, fish is what they get. The sashimi is fetched and he gently taps the containter on the top of Goro’s head. ]
Sashimi. Really? You’re spoiling them.
[ A pointed look at both cats, but with an amused smile. ]
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It was my lunch... But it'll be a good way to appease the little lord here, as well as his beautiful lady knight. This is the only time their begging pays off.
[Probably. Not really, chances are Goro'll share cat appropriate food with them at the touch of a paw, but Akira doesn't need to know that. He'll take the container from Akira, delicately taking one of the thin strips and holding it just out of reach of Gold, who follows it out of the castle dutifully as any four month old kitten would.
Belle meows impatiently, and with a press of her paws against his back Goro realizes that he's not going to have leftovers, is he. No. It's all going to these two. Oh no.]
They're formidable in their bartering, Prince Akira. I believe they seek all of our food in exchange for a night.
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There is an apologetic look before he rolls his eyes, but... ]
That's so generous for a black hole like yourself. Makes me wonder if I beg enough you'll forfeit all your sushi to me, too.
[ While boyfriend deals with children, Akira will take first pick inside the castle. It has the capacity of at least two and at most two and possibly two small pets squished between them. With a little tug, he closes the entrance with the makeshift blanket door they added. ]
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Black hole-- You're so rude.
[Belle and Gold feast happily on the sashimi once Goro sets it aside, popping a piece onto his mouth too with a thoughtful hum despite his earlier words.]
I'd give you a lot if you begged for it. It'd be a sight to behold.
[Can he come in. He'll tug the curtain door, he wants to come in.]
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[ Akira settles into the comforts of the fort, but it must end here. With Goro seeking entrance, he sighs before carefully adjusting himself to "open the door". When the curtain is open, he roughly pulls his boyfriend in by the collar. ]
Welcome home, crown prince.
[ Entering by tumbles is the least elegant, but at least Goro can settle on top of Akira or roll off onto the vacant space by his side. It doesn't stop him from pinching and squishing his cheeks, unfortunately. ]
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Most visitors have something to give the ruling royalty, you know. And they don't treat them like they would a pet. Honestly, you'd be a horrible diplomat.
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[ LOOK AT THE PUSHEEN. It sits there, guarding the entrance like a true guard cat. He flexes his fingers when his hands are caught, warning Goro that he'll escape these confines soon. Diplomacy does n't seem to be his thing though, so he's right. ]
If you didn't like it, you wouldn't invite me to your bountiful lands for the nth time.
[ But that would destroy the pillow castle. That isn't relevant!! ]
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Fair. I mean, I don't mind it, but it's not that fun to have your cheeks pulled at. I like my head being pet though. And being kissed. I quite enjoy that too. I was rather into the thought of being bit by you as well... Holding hands, cuddling, pretty much anything else you could offer. Eating the food you make, as odd as it sounds.
[One of these probably didn't need to be mentioned?? But like. While he's casually listing things.]
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He's still listening intently, but he does squint when he hears that one bit. One of these things are not like the other— ]
You want me to bite you?
[ A couple of question marks are flying, but he also thinks it's funny. ]
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[Playing dumb is also a habit to be watched out for now.]
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[ You think playing coy will shake him off? He knows what it's like to play dumb. He does it all the time even though he blatantly makes it obvious for comedic relief. ]
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[... He's turning steadfastly away!! Swallowing hard, how mad would he be at himself for taking down their hard work to escape this..?]
I like it when you're assertive. You're quite attractive. That's all. The vampire thing has nothing to do with it, but the situation itself did.
[kinda the whole reason he pokes the metaphorical bear in that corner tbh he knows Akira'll respond to assert himself.]
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[ Though he's not sure about attractive, it makes sense. People tend to find assertive and dominant personalities attractive—he knows he does. Turning onto his side, he props his head onto his hand with his elbow digging into the plush floor.
Craning his neck, he's trying to get a good look at Goro. ]
Are you trying to hide in your own castle?
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What's it to you if I am? It's my castle, I'll do what I please.
[petulant]
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You're supposed to entertain your guuueeesssts.
[ Pulling back, he settles behind him. He snakes his arms around his waist and pulls Goro closer. ]
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My guest has-- has been here often enough that he can entertain himself.
[Which is a poor thing to say at this very moment, seeing as he's been pulled back this way, but when has he ever had good choice in words. Never. Despite his previous desire to hide, Goro's leaning back into Akira. It's hard to resist.]
But I was raised to be a proper host, tending to every want and need... Do you want a fun fact? Or maybe there's something else I can offer to you, if you can think of it.
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I can go for a fun fact of the day, your Majesty.
[ He's content in a nice pillow fort... Since this is also his first time making one with someone his age. What to do with the cats, though. Akira gently nudges them with his foot. ]
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