[Ren nods, and follows inside, walking up to counter where Alcremie-san is bustling about. He waits until she notices them, and orders a mocha pokepuff. Something to cool his nerves.
... an awkward silence settles as he waits for his treat.]
A small smile grows on Ren face, which quickly becomes a full-blown grin. This is... it feels so weird, but...
It's a relief. It wasn't like he was trying to hide his feelings for Akechi, but having them out in the open and accepted, no less, it's... nice. Very nice.
... It'll be strange if any of the others ever show up, but he won't apologize for feeling the way he feels.]
Thank you, Akechi.
[There's a moment of pause, then:]
... This doesn't mean I won't beat you still, though. You're my rival, after all.
[It rankles, honestly, that Akechi sits so far above him in rankings when they're supposed to be equals. He's been slacking too much... the aches can't continue being an excuse, especially not now that they're... something. More than rivals. Boyfriends?
... God, that's weird. Not bad weird, though. Just weird.]
I'm counting on you... Goro.
[His voice lowers a little, a fond look coming over him. It feels private, to say Akechi's first name. He's not sure he wants to share it with anyone--
"Here you go, sweethearts!" miss Alcremie interrupts them both, causing Ren to startle, just a little. "Two pokepuffs! Please enjoy~"
... Ah. They're... decorated with little hearts... did she... overhear them?]
Thank you! Have a nice day! [Ren bows, regardless, hurriedly taking his puff.] Let's-- find a table, huh?
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[He gestures with his wings, as if beckoning Ren inside.]
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[Ren nods, and follows inside, walking up to counter where Alcremie-san is bustling about. He waits until she notices them, and orders a mocha pokepuff. Something to cool his nerves.
... an awkward silence settles as he waits for his treat.]
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Waiting.
Waiting, with Ren, who made his desires fairly clear.]
So...
[It's a start?]
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When he's sure Alcremie is busy behind the counter, he tries again, looking at Akechi.]
What... do you think?
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[Oh dear. Those feathers are slightly fluffed up again. Lovely...]
...But I trust you realize I'm hardly the romantic sort.
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I made my feelings clear.
[He tries to sound as sure of himself as he can, but there's a hint of... not hesitation, not quite, but...]
I don't want you to pretend to be. I--
[Oh, this is embarrassing--]
-- I like you. As is. Flaws and all.
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[Weak laughter escapes him. Of all the people Ren could like...
Well, no sense protesting.]
Well. I'll try not to blow this up in our faces.
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A small smile grows on Ren face, which quickly becomes a full-blown grin. This is... it feels so weird, but...
It's a relief. It wasn't like he was trying to hide his feelings for Akechi, but having them out in the open and accepted, no less, it's... nice. Very nice.
... It'll be strange if any of the others ever show up, but he won't apologize for feeling the way he feels.]
Thank you, Akechi.
[There's a moment of pause, then:]
... This doesn't mean I won't beat you still, though. You're my rival, after all.
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[It's just not his way. Akechi is proud, competitive, determined...]
No. We both have our work cut out for us. The next chance we get, I will be signing up for another exploration quest, and this time, we won't lose.
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[It rankles, honestly, that Akechi sits so far above him in rankings when they're supposed to be equals. He's been slacking too much... the aches can't continue being an excuse, especially not now that they're... something. More than rivals. Boyfriends?
... God, that's weird. Not bad weird, though. Just weird.]
I'm counting on you... Goro.
[His voice lowers a little, a fond look coming over him. It feels private, to say Akechi's first name. He's not sure he wants to share it with anyone--
"Here you go, sweethearts!" miss Alcremie interrupts them both, causing Ren to startle, just a little. "Two pokepuffs! Please enjoy~"
... Ah. They're... decorated with little hearts... did she... overhear them?]
Thank you! Have a nice day! [Ren bows, regardless, hurriedly taking his puff.] Let's-- find a table, huh?
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[Just give him a moment, because hearts. Those are hearts, and Ren just used his given name, and...
Right. Table. They should... aha! There's an table. Just let him... shuffle over there. Yes.]