It's nothing that serious. [Oop. That sentence leaves his mouth and he winces immediately. That's only direct confirmation that there is something on his mind.
Ichiro scratches the back of his neck.] It's actually kind of stupid. [Okay, he takes a deep breath and he puts down whatever dishes he was holding while helping Tsumugi dry.] I got all up in my head thinking about how you're my first boyfriend...
[Which only scratches the surface of his overthinking. He might as well be out with the rest of it.] So I don't have any experience and I can be pretty dense about these sorta things. I feel kinda at a disadvantage but more than that, I don't wanna be a crummy boyfriend.
[Ack. He said it. Ichiro's been looking down at his hands while speaking, but he finally looks up to meet Tsumugi's eyes when he's done.]
[ Tsumugi meets his gaze with warmth in his eyes and a gentle smile. ]
I don't think a crummy boyfriend would think this. [ There's almost a bit a humor in his voice - almost. It's like 20% teasing, 80% Please Don't Think You're Crummy Ichiro-kun You've Been Nothing But Good To Him.
With both of their hands free, he takes the opportunity to lace their fingers together. ] We can take things slow. [ A small squeeze. ] We don't need to rush anything. I'm happy just being able to spend time with you like this.
[ So hopefully that offers some reassurance. As for a potential solution... ] Is there anything you'd like me to do to help you feel more confident?
Promise you'll tell me if I mess up or anything? [Or if he misses, like, a really obvious cue. He's definitely the type who, after a date, awkwardly stands at the front door with them not sure if he should kiss them or not - even if it's So Clear they want a kiss.
Speaking of kisses...] But also, could you [This is SO EMBARRASSING. Ichiro fiddles with Tsumugi's fingers laced within his.] give me some tips on kissing? Maybe?
[ And, as for his second request... Tsumugi feels his cheeks heat up slightly. ] I, um... I can try? Honestly, I'm not too sure how much help I'll be... but I'll do my best. [ Sure, he's dated before, but he doesn't have that much experience! How embarrassing...!!
But he's sure Ichiro feels worse, so he turns to face his boyfriend properly and gets right to it. ] Do you to try now?
[ H... Ichiro's also incredibly cute. Tsumugi can't help but laugh, soft and so, so fond. ]
I don't mind at all. I really want to kiss you, too.
[ So he does, without any more hesitation. It's as gentle as every other aspect of him, not asking for more than Ichiro is comfortable giving, and just trying to get him used to the sensation before actually giving him any tips.
Though when it comes to a natural end, he has to ask. ] What do you think?
[ With that approval in mind, he lets go of one of Ichiro's hands so he can press his palm against his chest. (he can kinda feel his heartbeat like this. it's nice.)
His fingers curl slightly, holding on loosely to his jacket as he tilts his head back and kisses him a second time, then a third, just as gentle. Between the third and fourth he asks, practically a murmur against his lips ] Would you like to try? [ Or not yet? ]
[Ichiro hopes his heart isn't beating too fast, but he can't help it if it is. Tsumugi's kisses are just... too nice.
It's tough to say 'yes' when all he wants is for Tsumugi to keep kissing him. But he's supposed to be learning from this, too. Right, right.] I want to.
[So he does. Ichiro cups Tsumugi's cheek and leans back in. A simple kiss pressed to Tsumugi's lips but it's thrilling all the same. Doki.]
[ As Ichiro leans in, Tsumugi comes to the realization that he hasn't really been kissed all that much. His previous relationship was very... traditional, he supposes is the best way to put it. They were modest, and he did everything he could to be her polite, chivarous boyfriend. Not that he resented that fact - he loved that relationship, loved that girl for as long as they lasted - but it means his kiss, simple as it is, makes his heart beat just a tiny bit quicker.
He hums softly, smiling up to his eyes when they eventually part. ] That's perfect. [ With a foundation in place, they can build up from there.
Tsumugi tilts his head slightly, changing their angle for the next few kisses - a wordless lesson about how positioning can make a difference. ]
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Ichiro scratches the back of his neck.] It's actually kind of stupid. [Okay, he takes a deep breath and he puts down whatever dishes he was holding while helping Tsumugi dry.] I got all up in my head thinking about how you're my first boyfriend...
[Which only scratches the surface of his overthinking. He might as well be out with the rest of it.] So I don't have any experience and I can be pretty dense about these sorta things. I feel kinda at a disadvantage but more than that, I don't wanna be a crummy boyfriend.
[Ack. He said it. Ichiro's been looking down at his hands while speaking, but he finally looks up to meet Tsumugi's eyes when he's done.]
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I don't think a crummy boyfriend would think this. [ There's almost a bit a humor in his voice - almost. It's like 20% teasing, 80% Please Don't Think You're Crummy Ichiro-kun You've Been Nothing But Good To Him.
With both of their hands free, he takes the opportunity to lace their fingers together. ] We can take things slow. [ A small squeeze. ] We don't need to rush anything. I'm happy just being able to spend time with you like this.
[ So hopefully that offers some reassurance. As for a potential solution... ] Is there anything you'd like me to do to help you feel more confident?
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Speaking of kisses...] But also, could you [This is SO EMBARRASSING. Ichiro fiddles with Tsumugi's fingers laced within his.] give me some tips on kissing? Maybe?
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[ And, as for his second request... Tsumugi feels his cheeks heat up slightly. ] I, um... I can try? Honestly, I'm not too sure how much help I'll be... but I'll do my best. [ Sure, he's dated before, but he doesn't have that much experience! How embarrassing...!!
But he's sure Ichiro feels worse, so he turns to face his boyfriend properly and gets right to it. ] Do you to try now?
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[This is going to be the end up of. His own embarrassment in combination with Tsumugi being his cute self is one heck of a killer.]
Do you mind? Now that I'm thinking about it... I really want to kiss you.
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I don't mind at all. I really want to kiss you, too.
[ So he does, without any more hesitation. It's as gentle as every other aspect of him, not asking for more than Ichiro is comfortable giving, and just trying to get him used to the sensation before actually giving him any tips.
Though when it comes to a natural end, he has to ask. ] What do you think?
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Soft... Uh - I mean, nice. [His cheeks turn a little pink.] Yeah, I liked that. [This level of kissing seems easy enough, too. He can do this.]
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[ With that approval in mind, he lets go of one of Ichiro's hands so he can press his palm against his chest. (he can kinda feel his heartbeat like this. it's nice.)
His fingers curl slightly, holding on loosely to his jacket as he tilts his head back and kisses him a second time, then a third, just as gentle. Between the third and fourth he asks, practically a murmur against his lips ] Would you like to try? [ Or not yet? ]
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It's tough to say 'yes' when all he wants is for Tsumugi to keep kissing him. But he's supposed to be learning from this, too. Right, right.] I want to.
[So he does. Ichiro cups Tsumugi's cheek and leans back in. A simple kiss pressed to Tsumugi's lips but it's thrilling all the same. Doki.]
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He hums softly, smiling up to his eyes when they eventually part. ] That's perfect. [ With a foundation in place, they can build up from there.
Tsumugi tilts his head slightly, changing their angle for the next few kisses - a wordless lesson about how positioning can make a difference. ]