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[ ~tee hee~
In the end, Takumi wins. There's no being troublesome once Takumi actually starts kissing him. The kisses and scritchies are too good to deny.
He may shift, though, more into Takumi's lap. Mindful of the game controller, he straddles Takumi - nothing sexual about it - so kissing is a little easier. And when they're not kissing, he rests his head on Takumi's shoulder. Content.]
In the end, Takumi wins. There's no being troublesome once Takumi actually starts kissing him. The kisses and scritchies are too good to deny.
He may shift, though, more into Takumi's lap. Mindful of the game controller, he straddles Takumi - nothing sexual about it - so kissing is a little easier. And when they're not kissing, he rests his head on Takumi's shoulder. Content.]
[Takumi laughs, short, in a way he wouldn't let anyone else hear.]
As if that's even possible. L-letting me or your parents down, I mean. There's no way.
[He's watched Oboro over the years. He's seen her talent grow and grow to something beyond what her parents ever taught her.]
As if that's even possible. L-letting me or your parents down, I mean. There's no way.
[He's watched Oboro over the years. He's seen her talent grow and grow to something beyond what her parents ever taught her.]
[ Niles... isn't sure at all what Leo's thinking. But it all seems innocent enough - and he certainly is lacking in the Clothes Truly Suited For A Royal's Retainer department. So he smiles easily at Leo, only letting go of his hand when one of the tailors step toward him with a measurer in hand. ]
Certainly not - but some parts are for your eyes only, milord. [ w i n k. He won't say anything lewder than that, to spare the poor employee who's working with him. He's trying to be a good boy, honest! But as he's staying perfectly still for them, he glances over toward Leo. ] You have something in mind for me, don't you?
Certainly not - but some parts are for your eyes only, milord. [ w i n k. He won't say anything lewder than that, to spare the poor employee who's working with him. He's trying to be a good boy, honest! But as he's staying perfectly still for them, he glances over toward Leo. ] You have something in mind for me, don't you?
[Leo only smiles, knowingly, at him in response to the innuendo and Niles' question.]
That I do. [He helps Niles take of his cape so the measurements can be more accurate and then proceeds to watch as the tailor looks over the love of his life. They're very thorough. That's why Leo likes them.] You know how father and Camilla like to throw parties on whim. It doesn't hurt to have a new piece at the ready.
But I also think you'll look especially handsome in what I have in mind. [The tailor continues with Niles' measurements until they're satisfied and then goes to Leo's for his. They have more up to date measurements for Leo but it's always good to double check. Especially when the tailors are very aware of what even they've been commissioned for. Everything has to be perfect.
Leo promises they'll just be a moment more in the stitch shop. He just want to look over some of the fabrics the tailors have pulled for him and Niles. If Niles cares to take a look, he'll find most of the fabrics are muted in color. Off white sateens or some with delicate embossed paisley. Gold trims galore. There are some other striking, darker colors in the batch, though, so Niles shouldn't get too much of a hint.]
That I do. [He helps Niles take of his cape so the measurements can be more accurate and then proceeds to watch as the tailor looks over the love of his life. They're very thorough. That's why Leo likes them.] You know how father and Camilla like to throw parties on whim. It doesn't hurt to have a new piece at the ready.
But I also think you'll look especially handsome in what I have in mind. [The tailor continues with Niles' measurements until they're satisfied and then goes to Leo's for his. They have more up to date measurements for Leo but it's always good to double check. Especially when the tailors are very aware of what even they've been commissioned for. Everything has to be perfect.
Leo promises they'll just be a moment more in the stitch shop. He just want to look over some of the fabrics the tailors have pulled for him and Niles. If Niles cares to take a look, he'll find most of the fabrics are muted in color. Off white sateens or some with delicate embossed paisley. Gold trims galore. There are some other striking, darker colors in the batch, though, so Niles shouldn't get too much of a hint.]
[Leo certainly is beaming. A little bit of Odin's sunshine has rubbed off on him.
The prospect of flying with Camilla is certainly not one Leo wants to pass up, though.] It has been quite a while. Odin will understand.
[After all, if Odin sent him in Camilla's direction he must have had some idea of what her plans for Leo were.
The process of preparing Marzia to fly is almost intimate. Leo doesn't often get to ride the wyverns so he appreciates a refresher on all the steps and rerealizing how different they are from the horses. Camilla climbs atop Marzia first and Leo follows.
When he settles, he wraps his arms around his elder sister's waist. Presses his cheek to her back, mindful not to pull her hair. And they're off.]
The prospect of flying with Camilla is certainly not one Leo wants to pass up, though.] It has been quite a while. Odin will understand.
[After all, if Odin sent him in Camilla's direction he must have had some idea of what her plans for Leo were.
The process of preparing Marzia to fly is almost intimate. Leo doesn't often get to ride the wyverns so he appreciates a refresher on all the steps and rerealizing how different they are from the horses. Camilla climbs atop Marzia first and Leo follows.
When he settles, he wraps his arms around his elder sister's waist. Presses his cheek to her back, mindful not to pull her hair. And they're off.]
[ Oh, Leo, you know just how to make Niles so delighted. ]
Well. I'll be honored to wear whatever you have in mind for me. I'm yours to decorate as you please.
[ Which he'll end up helping with a little, as he gravitates back to Leo's side as soon as the tailor is finished taking their measurements. Niles has never associated himself with lighter colors - they're too pure, nothing like him, and they stain far too easily, which is more than unfitting for the dirty work he does - but his eye lingers over a dusty purple and, without thinking, he reaches out to rest his hand against the fabric, feeling it beneath his fingertips. It's soft. Nice. Really nice.
Niles hums in thought, then looks to the next fabric. ]
Well. I'll be honored to wear whatever you have in mind for me. I'm yours to decorate as you please.
[ Which he'll end up helping with a little, as he gravitates back to Leo's side as soon as the tailor is finished taking their measurements. Niles has never associated himself with lighter colors - they're too pure, nothing like him, and they stain far too easily, which is more than unfitting for the dirty work he does - but his eye lingers over a dusty purple and, without thinking, he reaches out to rest his hand against the fabric, feeling it beneath his fingertips. It's soft. Nice. Really nice.
Niles hums in thought, then looks to the next fabric. ]
[Niles' favoring that one fabric does not escape Leo. In fact, he was kind of hoping this would happen. He makes note of it and, as inconspicuously as possible, pulls the tailor aside to whisper to them.
When all the fabric starts blending together and looking the same, Leo takes Niles hand in his own to lead him out the shop. At the stores entranceway he bows, gives his thanks to the shopkeepers, and reminds them that he'll be back later in the week (hopefully with a more informed Niles in tow).
Outside, the market streets are bustling with people as always, forcing Leo to stick ever closer to Niles.] That's one down. [An idle comment, really.] The next stop shouldn't take as long.
How are you feeling?
When all the fabric starts blending together and looking the same, Leo takes Niles hand in his own to lead him out the shop. At the stores entranceway he bows, gives his thanks to the shopkeepers, and reminds them that he'll be back later in the week (hopefully with a more informed Niles in tow).
Outside, the market streets are bustling with people as always, forcing Leo to stick ever closer to Niles.] That's one down. [An idle comment, really.] The next stop shouldn't take as long.
How are you feeling?
[ Being around this many people makes him wary. Not for any reasons rooted in anxiety or claustrophobia, but because he's sworn to protect Leo. It's nothing personal, but he kinda has to be on high alert, even in more peaceful times like this.
He wraps his arm around Leo's shoulder, to keep him closer still. ] I'm alright, milord. [ Shoulder squeeze! ] Where are you taking me next?
He wraps his arm around Leo's shoulder, to keep him closer still. ] I'm alright, milord. [ Shoulder squeeze! ] Where are you taking me next?
Of course! [ Right! Riiiiiiiight...
Oboro waits until Odin and Niles are both standing closer, where they can see what's going on, before beginning her instruction. And to her credit, she is trying to take it slow, because they're clearly new to all these garments... but Leo still might end up a little lost. Odin surely is visibly lost - Niles is just slightly harder to read in that regard. ]
Oboro waits until Odin and Niles are both standing closer, where they can see what's going on, before beginning her instruction. And to her credit, she is trying to take it slow, because they're clearly new to all these garments... but Leo still might end up a little lost. Odin surely is visibly lost - Niles is just slightly harder to read in that regard. ]
Lord Takumi... [ Oooooooh she definitely can't keep a grin off her face now!!! ] Thank you. Your faith in me means the world to me.
[ She wraps up getting the measurements, then takes a step back. She's absolutely, undeniably on cloud nine right now. ] Do you want to see the sketches I've drawn up? It'd be nice to have your input before I got to work.
[ She wraps up getting the measurements, then takes a step back. She's absolutely, undeniably on cloud nine right now. ] Do you want to see the sketches I've drawn up? It'd be nice to have your input before I got to work.
[They'll be out of the crowd soon. Their next destination is only a little ways away.]
The florist. [Leo chirps. There aren't too many florists in Nohr given the state of their land and how they're still fresh out of the war. Such a luxury hadn't be necessary or feasible up until now. But with Hoshido's help restoring the earth, and a little of Leo's own magic giving life to new flora and fawna, crops and flowers are slowly becoming more abundant. They can afford to have a little florist shop in the corner of the market.
For that reason, Leo's already very familiar with the owner of the shop and is greeted as such. They, like the tailors are aware of his plans and are ready to show him their work. "Lord Leo! We've been waiting for you, we have! Come, we've put together something we think you.. and your partner... will love! Truly!"
Leo glances up at Niles.] Shall we?
The florist. [Leo chirps. There aren't too many florists in Nohr given the state of their land and how they're still fresh out of the war. Such a luxury hadn't be necessary or feasible up until now. But with Hoshido's help restoring the earth, and a little of Leo's own magic giving life to new flora and fawna, crops and flowers are slowly becoming more abundant. They can afford to have a little florist shop in the corner of the market.
For that reason, Leo's already very familiar with the owner of the shop and is greeted as such. They, like the tailors are aware of his plans and are ready to show him their work. "Lord Leo! We've been waiting for you, we have! Come, we've put together something we think you.. and your partner... will love! Truly!"
Leo glances up at Niles.] Shall we?
[Every goddess be damned, Oboro still went a little too fast for Leo. He's not as lost as Odin but some steps went over his head. And with the ties in his hands now, he's not confident he can recreate Oboro's technique. He squints. This is ridiculous. Clothes shouldn't be this hard. You put a shirt over your stupid head and put pants on your stupid legs not -- whatever this is???
Leo hates everyone in this room right now. Himself included.]
...My. Apologies, Oboro. Could you repeat the last few steps?
[He needs every step repeated but please, for his dignity's sake. Give him this.]
Leo hates everyone in this room right now. Himself included.]
...My. Apologies, Oboro. Could you repeat the last few steps?
[He needs every step repeated but please, for his dignity's sake. Give him this.]
[ The florist's comments pique Niles's curiosity. Something for Leo and him? What in the world is going on here...?
Niles stops himself from making any assumptions at the moment and takes the first step forward. ] Of course. [ HE'S SO CURIOUS NOW AAAAA????? ]
Niles stops himself from making any assumptions at the moment and takes the first step forward. ] Of course. [ HE'S SO CURIOUS NOW AAAAA????? ]
[That will be the only hint of something going on that Niles will be getting for now!!!
The florist has a beautiful variety of arrangements set out for them. They all suit the Nohr aesthetic and lowkey match the fabrics Leo and Niles had just mulled over. Center pieces with white roses and delicate purple flowers sprinkled within. Leo is fond of the ones that incorporate vines into the pieces due to Brynhildr. But he's also very fond of some of the more earthy arrangements presented to them. Peach roses, white daffodils, and calla lilies with pine cones, of all things, and sprigs of light green ferns to break up the white. It's not what one would expect at a royal wedding, that's for sure.
Leo taps his chin thoughtfully.] What do you think, Niles? [He points to the one with the vines and then to the one with pinecones.] I personally would like a combination of these two. Perhaps if the fern was swapped for a vine? Like Clematis? Or -- ah -- silver bells!
[Leo nerding out over plants? Check.]
The florist has a beautiful variety of arrangements set out for them. They all suit the Nohr aesthetic and lowkey match the fabrics Leo and Niles had just mulled over. Center pieces with white roses and delicate purple flowers sprinkled within. Leo is fond of the ones that incorporate vines into the pieces due to Brynhildr. But he's also very fond of some of the more earthy arrangements presented to them. Peach roses, white daffodils, and calla lilies with pine cones, of all things, and sprigs of light green ferns to break up the white. It's not what one would expect at a royal wedding, that's for sure.
Leo taps his chin thoughtfully.] What do you think, Niles? [He points to the one with the vines and then to the one with pinecones.] I personally would like a combination of these two. Perhaps if the fern was swapped for a vine? Like Clematis? Or -- ah -- silver bells!
[Leo nerding out over plants? Check.]
I don't know how much input I can give you...
[Given how he doesn't know a lick about fashion. But he's also not saying no.]
[Given how he doesn't know a lick about fashion. But he's also not saying no.]
[It's a little harder to rouse Morty this time because he's so comfortable. He could sleep with Falkner in his arms forever. But that thought is also the one that wakes him up the most suddenly. Because if Falkner's still here and his alarms gone off...
His alarm doesn't go off until 3pm. A good seven hours after he gets home.
Morty slaps his hand around to find his phone, still jingling, and legitimately feels an inkling of dread when he sees the time. It is, indeed, 3pm.]
Oh.
[This will. Definitely be a problem for Falkner.]
His alarm doesn't go off until 3pm. A good seven hours after he gets home.
Morty slaps his hand around to find his phone, still jingling, and legitimately feels an inkling of dread when he sees the time. It is, indeed, 3pm.]
Oh.
[This will. Definitely be a problem for Falkner.]
[ Falkner lifts his head from his pillow slowly, grogginess clinging to him tight. He feels so well-rested... almost too well-rested? ]
What is it...? [ But before Morty can give him a response, Falkner grabs his phone from his side of the bed and holds it close to his face.
Why so many missed calls? And all those texts? He couldn't have slept for that... long....................................... ]
What is it...? [ But before Morty can give him a response, Falkner grabs his phone from his side of the bed and holds it close to his face.
Why so many missed calls? And all those texts? He couldn't have slept for that... long....................................... ]
- AH. [ NOPE HE DEFINITELY SLEPT FOR TOO LONG OH MY GOD
Falkner shoots up quickly, phone clutched in his hand as 3:01 PM is bright and obvious on its screen. He. He sure hecked up, didn't he. But there's little he can do about it now - not when his gym closes in less than two hours and it takes him a good chunk of time to even get there, let alone get dressed and feed himself so he doesn't outright topple over from hunger.
He simply groans and buries his face in his hands. ] It wasn't supposed to be this long!
Falkner shoots up quickly, phone clutched in his hand as 3:01 PM is bright and obvious on its screen. He. He sure hecked up, didn't he. But there's little he can do about it now - not when his gym closes in less than two hours and it takes him a good chunk of time to even get there, let alone get dressed and feed himself so he doesn't outright topple over from hunger.
He simply groans and buries his face in his hands. ] It wasn't supposed to be this long!
[ Inigo brightens instantly and heads straight for that armchair he pointed out just that afternoon - though it might as well been ages ago, with how much was crammed into all their heads today. ]
And you're right where I thought you'd be. [ His smile is warm, kind, as he holds out the tray for Vero to take one of the warm teacups. ] You can't sleep either?
And you're right where I thought you'd be. [ His smile is warm, kind, as he holds out the tray for Vero to take one of the warm teacups. ] You can't sleep either?
[ Falkner breathes in. Lets out a sigh. And then turns to look at his boyfriend. ] It's not your fault, Morty. And... I don't think you're wrong about that.
[ He deliberates for a moment, then lays back down to press against Morty's side. ] I think. I'll take today off. [ even though those words feel SO WEIRD leaving his mouth fdkjgd ]
[ He deliberates for a moment, then lays back down to press against Morty's side. ] I think. I'll take today off. [ even though those words feel SO WEIRD leaving his mouth fdkjgd ]
You're right. I don't know you. But you're a citizen of Plegia, and you're here because you're hurting.
[ Her practiced poise breaks - her voice cracks. ] I hate what my father's doing. You - all our people - deserve better than this. [ She takes a deep, shuddering breath. ] But I can't do anything on my own.
That's why I need you. If you want to manipulate me, or betray me, that's fine - I'm smart enough to see through that. [ lyric you're ten ] But I'm willing to do anything I can to become the ruler Plegia deserves.
[ Her practiced poise breaks - her voice cracks. ] I hate what my father's doing. You - all our people - deserve better than this. [ She takes a deep, shuddering breath. ] But I can't do anything on my own.
That's why I need you. If you want to manipulate me, or betray me, that's fine - I'm smart enough to see through that. [ lyric you're ten ] But I'm willing to do anything I can to become the ruler Plegia deserves.
Not even for a second... [If Inigo's crying there's no way Vero can keep it together any longer. He sobs into Inigo's shoulder and keeps gripping at Inigo's back, catching the fabric of Inigo's shirt tight in his hands.
They stay there for a moment until Vero slowly pulls himself together. He takes some deep breaths, nuzzles into Inigo's shoulder. Really makes sure Inigo is still there and there to stay before he starts speaking again.]
Some things changed while you were gone. I know I wrote about some [Like Joja closing down] but you need to see some in person. Can [sniff] I show you? Do you want to rest first?
[Inigo's not allowed to leave his side but they can't stand around in the lobby all day. Harvey probably wouldn't like that very much.]
They stay there for a moment until Vero slowly pulls himself together. He takes some deep breaths, nuzzles into Inigo's shoulder. Really makes sure Inigo is still there and there to stay before he starts speaking again.]
Some things changed while you were gone. I know I wrote about some [Like Joja closing down] but you need to see some in person. Can [sniff] I show you? Do you want to rest first?
[Inigo's not allowed to leave his side but they can't stand around in the lobby all day. Harvey probably wouldn't like that very much.]
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