[ That's a nice little confidence booster when Eikichi mentions getting along with Junpei on a whole other level. And isn't that the truth? They could look at one another and see straight to the heart. If it was anyone else, Junpei might have been afraid of those lie-detecting powers. But with Eikichi, he had nothing to really hide from him so it doesn't matter. If anything it probably helps for Eikichi to see most everything Junpei says, he says it from the heart with earnest belief.
With Eikichi's clean up finished and as he returns to Junpei's side, Junpei glances at him and then nods. So, it seems like they're going to the shops then! Junpei will just reach down and take Eikichi's hand in order to start leading the way. It's going to be crowded and loud and this will be Junpei's biggest test yet. He definitely needs his own anchor by keeping a hold of Eikichi's hand. ]
Okay. Maybe no on Twister, but what about some sexy dice? It could be fun! Maybe lead to some new combinations of things we haven't thought up yet! Or if nothing else, maybe we can make some of our own. That should be safe, right? But I do like where your mind was going there with the candles and the ropes thing. Feel free to elaborate.
[ His eyebrows wiggle, playful. Since they had yet to burn off that sexy energy today, Junpei's going to be extra horny about these things. Unfortunately. ]
With it being spring and all, I was thinking of offering to help out tending to some gardens or whatever? I don't know too much about it, but since we've been feeding Leaf-chan good, he'll likely help pull up some info! And the rest, I'll figure out. The gardens are probably magical anyway, so it shouldn't require too much on my part, right?
[He lets himself be lead. He really is treating it like Junpei's day, and if he decides to turn once they get to the market, he'll carrying him back home bridal style if he needs to. Little mental notes, just in case.]
Sexy dice? [Eikichi read some porn, but that never came up. Maybe it could be fun.] What does that do? Like the number of times we have to do it? [Then he looks away again.] U-uh...l-long story? When we were at S-sevens High school, the janitor had an entire storage b-box filled with ropes and c-candles. Probably for emergencies? [Except his mind literally went into the gutter when he saw it.] A-anyway! Candles would probably hurt me more than most people.
[He can handle horny Junpei. It meant he might think a little less about the whole 'going to a place with lots of people' aspect.]
Did you want to tend a garden back home? [He looked surprised (but also a little glad for the subject change). Eikichi did not pen him as a sort of garden person, but they still had a lot to learn from each other.] Just make sure it' not one of those...feed me Junpei type of plants that require human blood.
[ The subject change won't last long. Especially because Junpei has an important task of explaining sexy dice to Eikichi! But he'll answer about the garden first. ]
I never really thought about doing a full garden, but we had planters on the roof of the dorm for growing some veggies. I'd work on them from time to time. It was kinda fun. Getting in there, getting your hands dirty, working up a sweat only to see your hard work pay off when a nice shiny red tomato would sprout!
[ He knows. He knows he's just described Eikichi's nightmare. But that's okay. Junpei isn't asking Eikichi to join him in the gardening adventures. It's his payment offer to make the Fae, so he'll endure it alone. Annnnd bonus, he has a boyfriend who really likes touching him. So at the end of a hard day, he can get a nice massage with, perhaps, some of those warming oils he's hoping to find! ]
Candles and ropes. Probably for emergencies in a janitor's closet. Buuuuut you do know a guy who is completely burn proof, sooooooo if ya ever feel adventurous!
[ He winks, reaching the castle doors. As they open outward, he squints at the brightness of the outdoor world. It had only been a week, but Junpei hadn't been out in direct sunlight that entire time. He doesn't burst into flames or anything, though, but he's grateful for his baseball cap. It wards off some of the intensity. ]
Sexy dice, though! Usually you got one die that has a bunch of body parts and the other die will have actions. Like kiss, suck, rub....etcetera. It brings a random element into things and could game-ify it a little bit. We could make it a competition to see who could endure the longest before they--
[ His words trail off as he gets a little distracted by the bustle and chatter. Junpei pulls behind Eikichi as though to use him as something of a tall shield as they make their way into the market. He's fine. He'll be fine. He has Eikichi with him. No one will even--
Junpei lets out a startled cry, bumping into Eikichi as a peddler gets up in their space, trying to offer their wares. A set of beautifully intricate handblown glass flowers. After the initial fright, Junpei actually takes in the offering. It's stunning. The way the colors meld and catch the light. He has zero need for a glass flower, but it's pretty all the same. All the peddler wants in return is a drop of blood.
W-wait, a drop of blood??? That's. A wild price. He glances at Eikichi, mildly disturbed. ]
O-oh yeah that sounds r-really great...[He laughs nervously, looking at him like a wolf caught in a trap, begging for him not to drag him into this.] I-i mean unless you need Hades to throw water at them I guess? That might speed things up...
[He's trying! He hates it! But he will do it if Junpei asks him! Which is why he hopes he doesn't. Instead he'll concentrate on the other thing. The ropes and candles. Which is pretty ironic, considering.]
The guy was older than Hasegawa-san, I'd rather not think about it, bro. [Buuuuuut he's fire proof, his lizard brain tells him, as Eikichi subconsciously pauses his walking for a second.] I just...are you sure it wouldn't hurt you? [He's going to leave the door open.] And the only knots I've ever done was for my hachimaki and apron.
[He is leaving this open. Just in case. Junpei is already offering but can he do it? Who would tie up who? Does he need to go the library? Would the library have a book about this?
Buuuuut he's fire proof, his lizard brain repeats.]
A-anyway. The dice? Could be fun. I'm in. You'll lose anywa-
[He stops as Junpei gets behind him, looking like he's about to sock whoever got too close to them, which keeps most vendors from getting too close. One hand behind him so Junpei can take it as needed. Looking back from time to time to gauge how he's doing and ready to retreat as soon as someone gets too close or Junpei looks uncomfortable.]
Ahhh! What the hell?!
[Except he jumps up when Junpei looks surprised since he was looking from the front of him, not behind. He steps next to him, cracking his knuckle and looking like he's about to punch the guy when Junpei takes the flower. Stops on his tracks before resorting to violence. They all look pretty fragile. He's about to offer a drawing in exchange when the vendor wants a drop of blood. He stares at him and Junpei like he's not sure if he should slowly retreat or punch the guy.
Buuuuut he's fire proof, his lizard brain repeats again. He blinks once. Twice. Sighs. Sticks out his left hand.]
Fiiiine, we'll take three. And a vase. Just use my left index finger. This is just for blood and nothing else. [That would at least make a nice little bouquet, he figures. He had wanted to give Junpei something ever since he came back and this could be one of the many presents he would eventually find. He never was a fan of people peddling their wares and he's certain there's a side effect to this - maybe he would turn into a lizard for a day or a bug like Mishima for all he knows, but he'd do it if it would make Junpei happy. It couldn't be that bad right?]
Come on! Before I change my mind!
[The vendor didn't even have to be told twice, as he brings out a small piece of parchment, putting it under one of his finger and uses a small needle to prick it, making Eikichi wince before three drops of blood drop on the paper. It glows slightly and he seems satisfied with the exchange before allowing Junpei to take his pick of three and Eikichi holds the finger to his mouth briefly. It's not like these things take a long time to heal anyway.]
[ Junpei was honestly about to put the flower right back as gently as he can and be on his way, when Eikichi steps in. Junpei gives him a quick shake of his head in mild protest......because it's suspicious as hell, dude! But the deal is done before Junpei can even find his voice. He frowns, uncertain. They're gonna have to have a chat about Eikichi being a little less willing to do things for Junpei's sake!! But he's not going to leave the flowers behind when they've already been paid for with blood, so.
He opts for the rose-shaped ones. Choosing a vibrant crystal blue one, a soft opaque lavender, and one that is the deepest black like obsidian -- reflecting a beautiful prismatic light when turned a certain way. They're all colors that remind him of Eikichi and so they get placed into a crystal vase and packed up in a cushioned velvet chest to protect them on the rest of their shopping trip. Junpei takes the chest and when the vendor is off on their way, he looks toward Eikichi -- a disapproving look. ]
You shouldn't have done that. If you so much as get a weird tingle, I am going after that guy and making him pay up in double the blood he took from you until he reverses whatever he did.
[ He balances the box under one arm and then takes Eikichi's hand -- the one that hadn't been pricked, although he keeps a suspicious eye on the other one in case it starts turning into a tentacle or something. ]
We should find a bag, though. To make it easier to carry these things.
[ Junpei pulls close to Eikichi as they enter the heart of the market, where most of the stands and shops are centralized. He's on the hunt for a place that sells some kind of tote bag or something when he stumbles across this fantastic beauty of an outfit. Ohhhh. Oh my. Junpei's mildly entranced by it, reaching out to touch the cape before he looks back at Eikichi with a smile. Eikichi's the fashion guy, so what does he think? Would it suit Junpei? It is kind of like an upgraded version of what he's wearing right now, to be honest. A very upgraded version! Does it get the boyfriend stamp of approval?? ]
It was just three drops bro! I promise I am feeling fine so far. I've done worse in the markets. [Junpei does not want to know what Eikichi did to get some stuff in this world before he arrived. It's a miracle he hasn't gotten any visible differences on him. Maybe it's because usually he uses his food or drawing skills to get what he wants.] You just looked like you really wanted them and...uh...yeah. [He's not going to talk about the lizard brain. Lizard brain bad and craves things that should not be done in an open market.]
Right. I have a few in my room. Maybe we should have done a quick stop there after all? It's fine. I can carry stuff for you today. Hell, if it gets back, I'll just summon one of my Persona. [Too bad he doesn't have a persona with four or six arms, that might have been even more helpful.] So don't worry about it!
[Now, Eikichi for all his fashion sense, is all about the counter-culture. He can tell when things look good, and make no mistake, this looks fantastic and he can already imagine Junpei wearing it (unless Junpei wants him to wear it? He's not sure, but it looks more his size). He leans on him to put a hand on the fabric. Ohh, very soft. Doesn't look fake.]
Hmmm, let's ask for the price first. [Not that Eikichi hasn't spent insane amounts of yen on underwear back home, so he's not one to speak. It's just that expensive in this world carries a much more different cravat. But he does whisper in his ear;] It would look real good on you. I just don't want to say that too loud so they hear and raise the price.
[ That is not reassuring. That is not reassuring at all. Eikichi flat out confessing he's done worse than give his blood to some dubious source. Like how much worse are they talking?? Who's got leverage over his boyfriend? Is Eikichi gonna be turned into a frog or something? Like look, Junpei would totally try kissing him to turn him back into the prince that he is, but if that doesn't work beyond a single kiss....he doesn't wanna be making out with no frog! ]
You gotta be more careful, bro. [ He chastises. ] It's not just your life anymore.
[ It's theirs by virtue of being together. Eikichi is strong. He's bold. He will do just about anything for the happiness of his people. But if something happened to him, Junpei would be gutted. It might not have been a real demon pact, but they made one, didn't they? Their contract. That puts Eikichi on about the same level as Chidori -- Junpei striving to keeping their lives safe with his own. But that said, Junpei really does want this outfit.
And especially with Eikichi's whispered assurance it would look good on him. Ah. Imagine the two of them entering the next party like esteemed guests in something like this. And imagine how it would look in a pile on the floor when he and Eikichi inevitably ditch the clothes and get naked!
Junpei tries to keep his expression neutral as they approach the Fae vendor -- a beautiful (although aren't they all?) feminine being, dressed in the finest iridescent gown. ]
How much for the outfit out front?
[ Her pale silver eyes drift between the two boys, a slender index finger tracing along her exposed collarbone in thought before she simply says: ]
Oh, you are in luck. I'm feeling generous, my dears. For a mere moment of both of your time, it can be yours. Does this sound like a fair trade?
[ It does. But also it seems suspiciously good. As the Fae extends her hand to make the deal, Junpei casts a glance toward Eikichi. It seems like he's being roped into this, too. So is this something he's willing to pay? ]
[Don't worry Junpei. He's totally fine and nothing bad will ever happen (probably).]
I know. I'll be careful. I've been pretty good...mostly?
[Mostly. He's not really helping his case. Maybe the 'contract' they formed would override things in the future, who knows. He follows Junpei in the back, seeing a few more outfits that would suit him, making a mental note, but choosing to come back later - it is Junpei's day today. This is a very good seamstress. Or tailor? He can never tell, honestly. They are just pretty and it always feels ethereal to be around them. He nods at Junpei in approval when he looks at him, giving his blessing. He's not the one shaking hands with her after all.]
If there's dresses in that moment of time, then I'm the one posing for them. That's my only requirement!
[It is a suspiciously good deal, but one that someone who likes clothing as much as Eikichi would have run into before. He had noticed that the selling didn't have other fae working with them - clearly letting their wares speak for their skill. He also knows that Junpei might have more issues with feminine clothing, so he's taking that bullet. Not to mention he had more of a supermodel frame due to his dieting and height - it did have some advantages.]
[ Okay! With Eikichi's blessing, Junpei shakes the Fae's hand. He feels a strange tingle from the touch...but surely that's nothing to worry about, right? In the meantime, the elegant being glances at Eikichi with mirth, sizing him up -- appraising him. She rises to her full height, quite close to Eikichi's, her fingertip skimming his cheek. ]
You will make a fine vessel for my wares.
[ With a snap of her finger, a long, polished box appears. Inside, they'll find the full outfit from outside. Junpei takes it cautiously. From there, the boys are encouraged to look around further. The price has already been agreed upon. If they see something else they like, Eikichi knows the deal. It will only prolong the 'moment of time' they owe. So, Junpei browses and picks up a shirt. This one is less ornate, but still fancy in its own way. The fabric appears royal blue in certain light but shifts to a deep violet in others. Its buttons are tiny golden topaz suns, each seeming to glow like they burn from within. It's Eikichi's birthstone. This whole shirt makes Junpei think of Eikichi, so he chooses to take it, along with a simple pair of black trousers. ]
You...see anything else you think could look good? [ Junpei meets Eikichi's eyes, giving him this opportunity to add something to the pile that he thinks would look good on Junpei. Two of Junpei's choice and one of Eikichi's seems like a good deal. And maybe this is Junpei's way of giving something back after he got the delightful treat of seeing Eikichi in Sumire's costume! ]
[As suspected. That should be a fun time. Not that he'd sat that aloud as she runs a finger on his cheek and he does his best not to blush. The fae are really good at what they do.
He looks relieved when she moves back to snap her finger and the box appears. That's Eikichi's cue to take the glass flowers from him so he can have a free hand, letting him pick other garments. He stays close like a bodyguard, letting Junpei take his time at shopping. The next outfit isn't bad either. When he's finally asked, his eyes dart to something he thought about getting himself before but realize it might look even better on Junpei.]
It's a little simple but...
[With his own free hand, he points to an outfit resting on a display table alongside many other of various colors.]
Kinda reminds me of your outfit but in a regal red? [Well the outfit Junpei was wearing anyway. They did stick a little compared to everyone else with their school outfits, but Eikichi did think it was neat.] You could probably attach a sword holding...thing.
[He doesn't know the proper word. Who is see, the sword guy?]
[ Junpei replies, smiling at Eikichi. Maybe that's something he should teach him. Some sword terminology and skills. Although, Junpei's not exactly the most adept at swordsmanship. But whatever. The way he fights gets the job done. Anyway, he considers Eikichi's choice. And then nods. He'll take that one too. The two outfit picks get boxed up the same as the first one and Junpei collects their haul, preparing to head on his way. The Fae calls after them with a rather ominous promise to see them soon. And that's that.
Junpei debates dumping the boxes off on Eikichi, but also he wants to hold his hand and if he fills Eikichi's hands, then he can't. But also, he can't if he's the one holding the boxes too. Aghh, he should have thought about this whole shopping thing a little better. Gone back and gotten the bags from Eikichi's room at least. Although, Junpei also knows them. He knows there's no way they would have left that room without stripping down. And then that probably would have been the rest of their day gone. No winning no matter what they did. Ughhh. ]
I guess I just need to get that journal. And then I've gotten everything I really wanted to get. We could head back and drop this off and do another sweep for the kinky stuff? This whole trip definitely isn't going how I thought it would, though...
[ He frowns. The drops of blood. The donated time. None of these are prices Junpei's set. Is he just bad at this haggling thing? Is this how it typically goes for Eikichi, too? ]
But we did get some cool things outta it. The glass flowers are gonna be a nice compliment to the forget-me-nots.
[ Starting some kind of collective theme between them of lasting flowers. ]
[He'll make an effort to remember it, otherwise he would have forgotten it just a few minutes after that. He leaves with him with their business done.]
Trade you?
[He offers him the vase to get the stack of clothing. It would be easier for him to grab them, after all. Junpei's not wrong either, the minute they get out of here, it will probably end up with the both of them stripping like the horny idiots that they are.]
I don't know if we'll come back today...[He's thinking out loud, echoing how Junpei feels.]...but tomorrow is another day? [He's half listening to Junpei by this point.] Then again...hmmm... [HE'S IMMUNE TO FIRE!!!!! his lizard brain is screaming.]...okay maybe I can hold on for a little bit.
[His thoughts are just pouring out at that point.]
[ Sure. He'll exchange the boxes of clothes for the chest with the glass flowers, looking at Eikichi in faint amusement. ]
This is what happens when we don't get our morning hook up.
[ It seems he's lost Eikichi. The guy's barely paying attention anymore. Maybe it's a good thing Junpei exchanged the clothes for the fragile items. Junpei's used to existing on horny. So he can still function relatively normally for now. No threat of dropping the glass. ]
We do gotta still come out for sunset dinner. No matter what, we're not missing that. Still gotta do that coin flip, too. See whether we're going near the docks or up high? Buuut all that to say, we could do some night shopping? I don't need the journal right this second, and I don't think someone's out there buying the exact one I wanted or nothin'. After all, it's just gonna be a spot to write down all the baseball deets. So it can be plain and boring. It's the sneaky love notes you're gonna be looking for!
[ He lightly bumps Eikichi's shoulder with his own before he looks at him in mild concern. ]
....you're doing okay, though, right? This is just ordinary horny and not like....I gave my blood and now oops, I'm charmed type of horny?
Right. I meant going back to the market. [He's never really done the market at night either, and that does interest him.] Careful. If this keeps up I might just try to find the little love notes and ignore everything else. Let's do a quick look around for uh...the spicer stuff like your dice. I've never gone shopping for that type of stuff apart from my hair gel.
[Then he smiles.]
And I'm fine! It's not like I was doing much of this type of thinkin' before I met you, so I'm just overthinking with it now, that's all. It should calm down eventually. [Probably.] I don't feel hornier? What would they get out of it?
[Would the fae gain anything from making him extra horny? He's pretty sure the answer is no.]
[ It's weird the little things that bring color to Junpei's cheeks because it's not anything they do in bed. He meets all their crazy bedroom ideas with gusto and zero shyness! It's moments like when Eikichi calls him the sun or now when he admits to not lingering around in that lizard brain until he was with Junpei. As though what they do in the heat of the moment burns between them even after the fact. As though the want and desire is so strong, it consumes Eikichi's thoughts. For him. Junpei's not used to being an object of desire and it feels good. It feels great. He's wanted by the best looking guy in this place. That's as much of a confidence booster as it is something to make him blush. ]
I dunno, dude. You never know with the Fae. But I'll just take the win that I'm sooooo irresistible, you can't help fantasizing about me even when we're right next to each other!
[ He winks. ]
I hope it never calms down! I hope you keep on wanting me just as much even a year in~
[ Junpei might be jumping the gun -- assuming they'll have an entire year together. Especially because they're supposed to be living in the moment, tomorrow may never come, blahblahblah. But a year together isn't unreasonable. Surely planning for the resistance or changing into one of the Fae would take much longer than a year. And so, making it to their one year anniversary. That becomes the goal post. ]
I wonder if they got any vibrators here or if that technology's too advanced? But hear me out. Vibrating sex beads. One of us wears them while the other has the remote that controls them. A nice, slow, delicious brand of torture until the person wearing them begs for release.
[ Which probably wouldn't take long at all no matter which one of them was in charge, honestly. A slow building moment sounds great in theory, but when it comes time to execute, both of them want each other too much that even five minutes of holding back is too long, sometimes. ]
Well keep watch on me for a while and we'll see what eventually happens, if anything!
[Maybe the fae was just messing with them. Maybe Eikichi might be a little in denial. He smiles at Junpei, closing his eyes. A year? Well, he does know that Ren and Akechi (and Yusuke he thinks?) have been here for a long while. So it is possible. He also knows they've changed physically as well. Hmmm. It's a goal that's a little morbid, but he'd walk on coals with Junpei if it meant staying a little longer with him.]
We'll see. [Then he elbows him very gently as to make sure he doesn't drop the glass pot.] Junpei...we're in public. [He knows the fae are kinda open to this but Junpei's mind needs to be reeled in a little.] We're stuck in a place with not that much technology. There's probably something that's similar?
[He tries to look ahead of himself, but the boxes are hiding his view a bit.]
[ Junpei just gives Eikichi a look at his gentle scolding. ]
So what? Don't you like to make a show, Michel-sama~? Don't you wanna be front and center, all eyes on you? Who cares about the public! We're not in Japan anymore. We're not gonna remember any of this anyway, so why not let them overhear and remember those two boys who were sooo into each other they could barely keep it together for one lousy shopping trip!
[ Junpei smiles, looking off into the distance. ]
That's the shit bards write songs about, yanno! Two hella horny dudes who aren't even magically compelled to be into each other!
[ A beat. ]
I'm pretty sure the whole castle has heard me screaming your name by this point anyway. Oh, look!
[ Junpei's distracted by something shiny, pointing out an item that, well he's not sure what it's supposed to be. A wand with shimmery ribbons? It might make a good toy for Jackson. Junpei considers it, pawing it the way a cat might as though that could determine whether it would be fun for a cat. As though Junpei could put himself in the mind of a feline. ]
H-hey! I don't mind normally, but this is...[He waves his hands.]...different I guess? [Honestly he doesn't know. He's not shy about being with Junpei, that's for certain. He's just a little shy about the whole 'yeah we fuckin' thing. He'll get over it. Eikichi had the weirdest hangups for the oddest things.]
R-right.....w-wait!!
[With a slight horror, Eikichi realizes how vocal Junpei had been (he also had been to a certain extent, but not that bad) and had somehow assumed the walls were magical? He should maybe go apologize to their neighbours. He's about to say something when Junpei points to something and he is quickly distracted.]
Uh...what are you doing?
[He's half tempted to take the wand and move it in the air to see if Junpei will still paw at it.]
Trying to put myself in Jackson's paws for a minute.
[ He moves back, one hand going to his hip while the other continues to hold the vase, lips pursed. ]
Is this something you think he'd be into? I dunno. On the fence about it. It's pretty and all, but he'd probably lose interest and play with the ribbon around the clothes boxes instead. Mmm, I think we can do better for our feline son. Let's go~
[ And onward he marches, on the hunt for a shop that sells the spicier items. A glance is cast over his shoulder at Eikichi. ]
You're adorable, by the way. [ He wanted to say it to Eikichi being cutely flustered before, but then he got distracted. So he'll just say it now! ]
Let's see if he enjoys the boxes first. Maybe if I fill them with dirt, he might like that. [That was the trick with Jackson after all. Treat it as a half cat, half plant as he deserved.] If he still looks bored, we can come back here.
[Of they go in search of anything that might be interesting for a pair of of horny teenagers. It is oddly liberating that said things could be easily found in the market out in the open compared to having to go to a dark alley, Eikichi suspects, back home. He'd never really...tried it himself so he couldn't quite exactly say.]
Heh. [He beams at the compliment, wanting to give him a little kiss, but refraining with what he was holding.] You too, you big nerd.
[He stops when he sees...what looks to be a candle shop. Different smelling ones too. Maybe they had something like 'after the rain' or 'freshly cleaned clothing'. He leans closer to see if there's any interesting scents for sale.]'
Spicy cinnamon dreams? Chocolate cake? [Should he even trust the fae to get the flavours right? He half expects them to smell like used socks at this point.]
[ He beams, wearing Eikichi's compliment (.....sort of compliment with that nerd remark) like a badge of pride. And when he notices Eikichi's drawn toward the candle shop, Junpei turns to join him in perusing the items. ]
You're my spicy cinnamon dream.
[ He comments playfully. Does it make sense? No. Not at all. But it fits right along the lines of that time Junpei called Eikichi 'his perfect ten.' Was that the first official time he flirted? Because that's about when Junpei realized he was into Eikichi.
He lifts a boring beige candle to read the label. ]
Vanilla Blossom. Is....vanilla a flower? I thought it was....I dunno. Kinda like a green bean. You hear vanilla bean all the time when it comes to desserts. Oh! Can you bake? Or do you just cook? All these food candles kinda make me want something sweet.
[ Or......to lick whipped cream off of Eikichi. That could be a fiiiine dessert. Junpei grins at the thought, grins like he's had the most devious of thoughts, and then immediately looks back to Eikichi like he's the picture of innocence and nothing naughty crossed his mind at all. ]
And you're my...[he looks at the candle Junpei is holding.]...Vanilla Blossom?
[And that also does not make sense, but it is funny and he laughs at them both being idiots (lovingly).]
Maybe it is some sort of cake, or the flower of the plant? I heard it takes a while to make true vanilla...sort of like Soy Sauce, you have to let it get old over a few weeks or months. [He looks away.] Not really. I haven't had a need to make cakes but pops let me play around with Wagashi for a bit. That's less sweet and more for a refined pallet. Or so they say. Mom seemed to like the ones I made.
[He looks back at Junpei, wanting to cross his arms at that moment. What the hell was he thinking again?
...he's fireproof his lizard brain reminds him. Very excitingly. Eikichi has no idea what he'd do with this knowledge, but candles had fire.]
[ Junpei laughs as well, forehead burrowing against Eikichi's shoulder. It's so stupid but in that dumb fun kind of way. This is the stuff inside jokes are made of and Junpei definitely plans to bust out these silly candle names again at some point in the future! But he lifts his head as Eikichi drops the lore about vanilla beans and also his little bit of history with wagashi. Brown eyes take in Eikichi with full pride because Eikichi continues to impress Junpei beyond measure. ]
Make some for me sometime?
[ Junpei will literally eat anything Eikichi puts in front of him, but that sounds kinda special. Like something he only got to make for his mom before or something. And Junpei is all about chasing these special little memories with Eikichi. ]
Yeah, we should get one.
[ Or a few. Eikichi seems like he wants some so!! Junpei will just casually collect Spicy Cinnamon Dreams and Vanilla Blossom in his free hand because those DEFINITELY have to come with but. Hmm. ]
Warm Summer Glow?
[ He reads the label in confusion and then leans in to give it a sniff, coming back even more confused. ]
Huh. It somehow smells like that feeling you get when you step out of the water and the warm sun hits your back...
[He smiles as he continues to look, seriously considering it.]
I'll need to get a book. It's not something I learned for long, so I really don't know how to make them without one. I haven't been drilled to make them for the past eight years, y'know?
[Which is ironic as Eikichi probably would have really made a good maker for those if he'd been allowed to do them more. Perhaps he could use this as a way to try doing it again.]
Wasabi? [He gets closer to the candle to sniff it as well, being very careful not to knock anything down in the small cramped area. Junpei is right, it smells slightly chlorine-ish and sandy with a weird plant smell. It might be wasabi? He's not sure either.]
Well...it fits our court so let's just get it and figure things out later! I don't mind it, there's no ocean fish smell so this is fine. [Anything fish would get an instant no. He takes the vase from Junpei so he can find the seller and see what insanity they'll be roped into this time.]
[ Junpei nods his approval for Eikichi to get a book and regain this childhood skill of his. And he'll happily sign up to be his guinea pig in the meantime! For now, he takes the three candles and approaches the shopkeep -- a beautiful and androgynous Fae with a shaved head and elaborate golden tattoos cresting the left side of their jaw all the way to their eyebrow. They produce a small, ornate box when approached and name their price. ]
For three candles, you must give three scents -- unique when combined, never before seen or tried. Imagine this scent, picture it in your mind and then exhale through your nose into this box.
[ Oh. Hmm. Junpei looks at the box and then looks at Eikichi. Three things, huh? Oh, wait! ]
Wasn't there a weird ramen you had to eat?
[ That was three things combined, wasn't it? Three things that have never been thought up before. And surely Eikichi would remember the smell. He always seems a little sickened by the thought of it. ]
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With Eikichi's clean up finished and as he returns to Junpei's side, Junpei glances at him and then nods. So, it seems like they're going to the shops then! Junpei will just reach down and take Eikichi's hand in order to start leading the way. It's going to be crowded and loud and this will be Junpei's biggest test yet. He definitely needs his own anchor by keeping a hold of Eikichi's hand. ]
Okay. Maybe no on Twister, but what about some sexy dice? It could be fun! Maybe lead to some new combinations of things we haven't thought up yet! Or if nothing else, maybe we can make some of our own. That should be safe, right? But I do like where your mind was going there with the candles and the ropes thing. Feel free to elaborate.
[ His eyebrows wiggle, playful. Since they had yet to burn off that sexy energy today, Junpei's going to be extra horny about these things. Unfortunately. ]
With it being spring and all, I was thinking of offering to help out tending to some gardens or whatever? I don't know too much about it, but since we've been feeding Leaf-chan good, he'll likely help pull up some info! And the rest, I'll figure out. The gardens are probably magical anyway, so it shouldn't require too much on my part, right?
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Sexy dice? [Eikichi read some porn, but that never came up. Maybe it could be fun.] What does that do? Like the number of times we have to do it? [Then he looks away again.] U-uh...l-long story? When we were at S-sevens High school, the janitor had an entire storage b-box filled with ropes and c-candles. Probably for emergencies? [Except his mind literally went into the gutter when he saw it.] A-anyway! Candles would probably hurt me more than most people.
[He can handle horny Junpei. It meant he might think a little less about the whole 'going to a place with lots of people' aspect.]
Did you want to tend a garden back home? [He looked surprised (but also a little glad for the subject change). Eikichi did not pen him as a sort of garden person, but they still had a lot to learn from each other.] Just make sure it' not one of those...feed me Junpei type of plants that require human blood.
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I never really thought about doing a full garden, but we had planters on the roof of the dorm for growing some veggies. I'd work on them from time to time. It was kinda fun. Getting in there, getting your hands dirty, working up a sweat only to see your hard work pay off when a nice shiny red tomato would sprout!
[ He knows. He knows he's just described Eikichi's nightmare. But that's okay. Junpei isn't asking Eikichi to join him in the gardening adventures. It's his payment offer to make the Fae, so he'll endure it alone. Annnnd bonus, he has a boyfriend who really likes touching him. So at the end of a hard day, he can get a nice massage with, perhaps, some of those warming oils he's hoping to find! ]
Candles and ropes. Probably for emergencies in a janitor's closet. Buuuuut you do know a guy who is completely burn proof, sooooooo if ya ever feel adventurous!
[ He winks, reaching the castle doors. As they open outward, he squints at the brightness of the outdoor world. It had only been a week, but Junpei hadn't been out in direct sunlight that entire time. He doesn't burst into flames or anything, though, but he's grateful for his baseball cap. It wards off some of the intensity. ]
Sexy dice, though! Usually you got one die that has a bunch of body parts and the other die will have actions. Like kiss, suck, rub....etcetera. It brings a random element into things and could game-ify it a little bit. We could make it a competition to see who could endure the longest before they--
[ His words trail off as he gets a little distracted by the bustle and chatter. Junpei pulls behind Eikichi as though to use him as something of a tall shield as they make their way into the market. He's fine. He'll be fine. He has Eikichi with him. No one will even--
Junpei lets out a startled cry, bumping into Eikichi as a peddler gets up in their space, trying to offer their wares. A set of beautifully intricate handblown glass flowers. After the initial fright, Junpei actually takes in the offering. It's stunning. The way the colors meld and catch the light. He has zero need for a glass flower, but it's pretty all the same. All the peddler wants in return is a drop of blood.
W-wait, a drop of blood??? That's. A wild price. He glances at Eikichi, mildly disturbed. ]
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[He's trying! He hates it! But he will do it if Junpei asks him! Which is why he hopes he doesn't. Instead he'll concentrate on the other thing. The ropes and candles. Which is pretty ironic, considering.]
The guy was older than Hasegawa-san, I'd rather not think about it, bro. [Buuuuuut he's fire proof, his lizard brain tells him, as Eikichi subconsciously pauses his walking for a second.] I just...are you sure it wouldn't hurt you? [He's going to leave the door open.] And the only knots I've ever done was for my hachimaki and apron.
[He is leaving this open. Just in case. Junpei is already offering but can he do it? Who would tie up who? Does he need to go the library? Would the library have a book about this?
Buuuuut he's fire proof, his lizard brain repeats.]
A-anyway. The dice? Could be fun. I'm in. You'll lose anywa-
[He stops as Junpei gets behind him, looking like he's about to sock whoever got too close to them, which keeps most vendors from getting too close. One hand behind him so Junpei can take it as needed. Looking back from time to time to gauge how he's doing and ready to retreat as soon as someone gets too close or Junpei looks uncomfortable.]
Ahhh! What the hell?!
[Except he jumps up when Junpei looks surprised since he was looking from the front of him, not behind. He steps next to him, cracking his knuckle and looking like he's about to punch the guy when Junpei takes the flower. Stops on his tracks before resorting to violence. They all look pretty fragile. He's about to offer a drawing in exchange when the vendor wants a drop of blood. He stares at him and Junpei like he's not sure if he should slowly retreat or punch the guy.
Buuuuut he's fire proof, his lizard brain repeats again. He blinks once. Twice. Sighs. Sticks out his left hand.]
Fiiiine, we'll take three. And a vase. Just use my left index finger. This is just for blood and nothing else. [That would at least make a nice little bouquet, he figures. He had wanted to give Junpei something ever since he came back and this could be one of the many presents he would eventually find. He never was a fan of people peddling their wares and he's certain there's a side effect to this - maybe he would turn into a lizard for a day or a bug like Mishima for all he knows, but he'd do it if it would make Junpei happy. It couldn't be that bad right?]
Come on! Before I change my mind!
[The vendor didn't even have to be told twice, as he brings out a small piece of parchment, putting it under one of his finger and uses a small needle to prick it, making Eikichi wince before three drops of blood drop on the paper. It glows slightly and he seems satisfied with the exchange before allowing Junpei to take his pick of three and Eikichi holds the finger to his mouth briefly. It's not like these things take a long time to heal anyway.]
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He opts for the rose-shaped ones. Choosing a vibrant crystal blue one, a soft opaque lavender, and one that is the deepest black like obsidian -- reflecting a beautiful prismatic light when turned a certain way. They're all colors that remind him of Eikichi and so they get placed into a crystal vase and packed up in a cushioned velvet chest to protect them on the rest of their shopping trip. Junpei takes the chest and when the vendor is off on their way, he looks toward Eikichi -- a disapproving look. ]
You shouldn't have done that. If you so much as get a weird tingle, I am going after that guy and making him pay up in double the blood he took from you until he reverses whatever he did.
[ He balances the box under one arm and then takes Eikichi's hand -- the one that hadn't been pricked, although he keeps a suspicious eye on the other one in case it starts turning into a tentacle or something. ]
We should find a bag, though. To make it easier to carry these things.
[ Junpei pulls close to Eikichi as they enter the heart of the market, where most of the stands and shops are centralized. He's on the hunt for a place that sells some kind of tote bag or something when he stumbles across this fantastic beauty of an outfit. Ohhhh. Oh my. Junpei's mildly entranced by it, reaching out to touch the cape before he looks back at Eikichi with a smile. Eikichi's the fashion guy, so what does he think? Would it suit Junpei? It is kind of like an upgraded version of what he's wearing right now, to be honest. A very upgraded version! Does it get the boyfriend stamp of approval?? ]
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It was just three drops bro! I promise I am feeling fine so far. I've done worse in the markets. [Junpei does not want to know what Eikichi did to get some stuff in this world before he arrived. It's a miracle he hasn't gotten any visible differences on him. Maybe it's because usually he uses his food or drawing skills to get what he wants.] You just looked like you really wanted them and...uh...yeah. [He's not going to talk about the lizard brain. Lizard brain bad and craves things that should not be done in an open market.]
Right. I have a few in my room. Maybe we should have done a quick stop there after all? It's fine. I can carry stuff for you today. Hell, if it gets back, I'll just summon one of my Persona. [Too bad he doesn't have a persona with four or six arms, that might have been even more helpful.] So don't worry about it!
[Now, Eikichi for all his fashion sense, is all about the counter-culture. He can tell when things look good, and make no mistake, this looks fantastic and he can already imagine Junpei wearing it (unless Junpei wants him to wear it? He's not sure, but it looks more his size). He leans on him to put a hand on the fabric. Ohh, very soft. Doesn't look fake.]
Hmmm, let's ask for the price first. [Not that Eikichi hasn't spent insane amounts of yen on underwear back home, so he's not one to speak. It's just that expensive in this world carries a much more different cravat. But he does whisper in his ear;] It would look real good on you. I just don't want to say that too loud so they hear and raise the price.
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You gotta be more careful, bro. [ He chastises. ] It's not just your life anymore.
[ It's theirs by virtue of being together. Eikichi is strong. He's bold. He will do just about anything for the happiness of his people. But if something happened to him, Junpei would be gutted. It might not have been a real demon pact, but they made one, didn't they? Their contract. That puts Eikichi on about the same level as Chidori -- Junpei striving to keeping their lives safe with his own. But that said, Junpei really does want this outfit.
And especially with Eikichi's whispered assurance it would look good on him. Ah. Imagine the two of them entering the next party like esteemed guests in something like this. And imagine how it would look in a pile on the floor when he and Eikichi inevitably ditch the clothes and get naked!
Junpei tries to keep his expression neutral as they approach the Fae vendor -- a beautiful (although aren't they all?) feminine being, dressed in the finest iridescent gown. ]
How much for the outfit out front?
[ Her pale silver eyes drift between the two boys, a slender index finger tracing along her exposed collarbone in thought before she simply says: ]
Oh, you are in luck. I'm feeling generous, my dears. For a mere moment of both of your time, it can be yours. Does this sound like a fair trade?
[ It does. But also it seems suspiciously good. As the Fae extends her hand to make the deal, Junpei casts a glance toward Eikichi. It seems like he's being roped into this, too. So is this something he's willing to pay? ]
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I know. I'll be careful. I've been pretty good...mostly?
[Mostly. He's not really helping his case. Maybe the 'contract' they formed would override things in the future, who knows. He follows Junpei in the back, seeing a few more outfits that would suit him, making a mental note, but choosing to come back later - it is Junpei's day today. This is a very good seamstress. Or tailor? He can never tell, honestly. They are just pretty and it always feels ethereal to be around them. He nods at Junpei in approval when he looks at him, giving his blessing. He's not the one shaking hands with her after all.]
If there's dresses in that moment of time, then I'm the one posing for them. That's my only requirement!
[It is a suspiciously good deal, but one that someone who likes clothing as much as Eikichi would have run into before. He had noticed that the selling didn't have other fae working with them - clearly letting their wares speak for their skill. He also knows that Junpei might have more issues with feminine clothing, so he's taking that bullet. Not to mention he had more of a supermodel frame due to his dieting and height - it did have some advantages.]
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You will make a fine vessel for my wares.
[ With a snap of her finger, a long, polished box appears. Inside, they'll find the full outfit from outside. Junpei takes it cautiously. From there, the boys are encouraged to look around further. The price has already been agreed upon. If they see something else they like, Eikichi knows the deal. It will only prolong the 'moment of time' they owe. So, Junpei browses and picks up a shirt. This one is less ornate, but still fancy in its own way. The fabric appears royal blue in certain light but shifts to a deep violet in others. Its buttons are tiny golden topaz suns, each seeming to glow like they burn from within. It's Eikichi's birthstone. This whole shirt makes Junpei think of Eikichi, so he chooses to take it, along with a simple pair of black trousers. ]
You...see anything else you think could look good? [ Junpei meets Eikichi's eyes, giving him this opportunity to add something to the pile that he thinks would look good on Junpei. Two of Junpei's choice and one of Eikichi's seems like a good deal. And maybe this is Junpei's way of giving something back after he got the delightful treat of seeing Eikichi in Sumire's costume! ]
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He looks relieved when she moves back to snap her finger and the box appears. That's Eikichi's cue to take the glass flowers from him so he can have a free hand, letting him pick other garments. He stays close like a bodyguard, letting Junpei take his time at shopping. The next outfit isn't bad either. When he's finally asked, his eyes dart to something he thought about getting himself before but realize it might look even better on Junpei.]
It's a little simple but...
[With his own free hand, he points to an outfit resting on a display table alongside many other of various colors.]
Kinda reminds me of your outfit but in a regal red? [Well the outfit Junpei was wearing anyway. They did stick a little compared to everyone else with their school outfits, but Eikichi did think it was neat.] You could probably attach a sword holding...thing.
[He doesn't know the proper word. Who is see, the sword guy?]
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[ Junpei replies, smiling at Eikichi. Maybe that's something he should teach him. Some sword terminology and skills. Although, Junpei's not exactly the most adept at swordsmanship. But whatever. The way he fights gets the job done. Anyway, he considers Eikichi's choice. And then nods. He'll take that one too. The two outfit picks get boxed up the same as the first one and Junpei collects their haul, preparing to head on his way. The Fae calls after them with a rather ominous promise to see them soon. And that's that.
Junpei debates dumping the boxes off on Eikichi, but also he wants to hold his hand and if he fills Eikichi's hands, then he can't. But also, he can't if he's the one holding the boxes too. Aghh, he should have thought about this whole shopping thing a little better. Gone back and gotten the bags from Eikichi's room at least. Although, Junpei also knows them. He knows there's no way they would have left that room without stripping down. And then that probably would have been the rest of their day gone. No winning no matter what they did. Ughhh. ]
I guess I just need to get that journal. And then I've gotten everything I really wanted to get. We could head back and drop this off and do another sweep for the kinky stuff? This whole trip definitely isn't going how I thought it would, though...
[ He frowns. The drops of blood. The donated time. None of these are prices Junpei's set. Is he just bad at this haggling thing? Is this how it typically goes for Eikichi, too? ]
But we did get some cool things outta it. The glass flowers are gonna be a nice compliment to the forget-me-nots.
[ Starting some kind of collective theme between them of lasting flowers. ]
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[He'll make an effort to remember it, otherwise he would have forgotten it just a few minutes after that. He leaves with him with their business done.]
Trade you?
[He offers him the vase to get the stack of clothing. It would be easier for him to grab them, after all. Junpei's not wrong either, the minute they get out of here, it will probably end up with the both of them stripping like the horny idiots that they are.]
I don't know if we'll come back today...[He's thinking out loud, echoing how Junpei feels.]...but tomorrow is another day? [He's half listening to Junpei by this point.] Then again...hmmm... [HE'S IMMUNE TO FIRE!!!!! his lizard brain is screaming.]...okay maybe I can hold on for a little bit.
[His thoughts are just pouring out at that point.]
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This is what happens when we don't get our morning hook up.
[ It seems he's lost Eikichi. The guy's barely paying attention anymore. Maybe it's a good thing Junpei exchanged the clothes for the fragile items. Junpei's used to existing on horny. So he can still function relatively normally for now. No threat of dropping the glass. ]
We do gotta still come out for sunset dinner. No matter what, we're not missing that. Still gotta do that coin flip, too. See whether we're going near the docks or up high? Buuut all that to say, we could do some night shopping? I don't need the journal right this second, and I don't think someone's out there buying the exact one I wanted or nothin'. After all, it's just gonna be a spot to write down all the baseball deets. So it can be plain and boring. It's the sneaky love notes you're gonna be looking for!
[ He lightly bumps Eikichi's shoulder with his own before he looks at him in mild concern. ]
....you're doing okay, though, right? This is just ordinary horny and not like....I gave my blood and now oops, I'm charmed type of horny?
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Right. I meant going back to the market. [He's never really done the market at night either, and that does interest him.] Careful. If this keeps up I might just try to find the little love notes and ignore everything else. Let's do a quick look around for uh...the spicer stuff like your dice. I've never gone shopping for that type of stuff apart from my hair gel.
[Then he smiles.]
And I'm fine! It's not like I was doing much of this type of thinkin' before I met you, so I'm just overthinking with it now, that's all. It should calm down eventually. [Probably.] I don't feel hornier? What would they get out of it?
[Would the fae gain anything from making him extra horny? He's pretty sure the answer is no.]
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I dunno, dude. You never know with the Fae. But I'll just take the win that I'm sooooo irresistible, you can't help fantasizing about me even when we're right next to each other!
[ He winks. ]
I hope it never calms down! I hope you keep on wanting me just as much even a year in~
[ Junpei might be jumping the gun -- assuming they'll have an entire year together. Especially because they're supposed to be living in the moment, tomorrow may never come, blahblahblah. But a year together isn't unreasonable. Surely planning for the resistance or changing into one of the Fae would take much longer than a year. And so, making it to their one year anniversary. That becomes the goal post. ]
I wonder if they got any vibrators here or if that technology's too advanced? But hear me out. Vibrating sex beads. One of us wears them while the other has the remote that controls them. A nice, slow, delicious brand of torture until the person wearing them begs for release.
[ Which probably wouldn't take long at all no matter which one of them was in charge, honestly. A slow building moment sounds great in theory, but when it comes time to execute, both of them want each other too much that even five minutes of holding back is too long, sometimes. ]
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[Maybe the fae was just messing with them. Maybe Eikichi might be a little in denial. He smiles at Junpei, closing his eyes. A year? Well, he does know that Ren and Akechi (and Yusuke he thinks?) have been here for a long while. So it is possible. He also knows they've changed physically as well. Hmmm. It's a goal that's a little morbid, but he'd walk on coals with Junpei if it meant staying a little longer with him.]
We'll see. [Then he elbows him very gently as to make sure he doesn't drop the glass pot.] Junpei...we're in public. [He knows the fae are kinda open to this but Junpei's mind needs to be reeled in a little.] We're stuck in a place with not that much technology. There's probably something that's similar?
[He tries to look ahead of himself, but the boxes are hiding his view a bit.]
Let's go look and figure out what we'll do after.
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So what? Don't you like to make a show, Michel-sama~? Don't you wanna be front and center, all eyes on you? Who cares about the public! We're not in Japan anymore. We're not gonna remember any of this anyway, so why not let them overhear and remember those two boys who were sooo into each other they could barely keep it together for one lousy shopping trip!
[ Junpei smiles, looking off into the distance. ]
That's the shit bards write songs about, yanno! Two hella horny dudes who aren't even magically compelled to be into each other!
[ A beat. ]
I'm pretty sure the whole castle has heard me screaming your name by this point anyway. Oh, look!
[ Junpei's distracted by something shiny, pointing out an item that, well he's not sure what it's supposed to be. A wand with shimmery ribbons? It might make a good toy for Jackson. Junpei considers it, pawing it the way a cat might as though that could determine whether it would be fun for a cat. As though Junpei could put himself in the mind of a feline. ]
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R-right.....w-wait!!
[With a slight horror, Eikichi realizes how vocal Junpei had been (he also had been to a certain extent, but not that bad) and had somehow assumed the walls were magical? He should maybe go apologize to their neighbours. He's about to say something when Junpei points to something and he is quickly distracted.]
Uh...what are you doing?
[He's half tempted to take the wand and move it in the air to see if Junpei will still paw at it.]
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[ He moves back, one hand going to his hip while the other continues to hold the vase, lips pursed. ]
Is this something you think he'd be into? I dunno. On the fence about it. It's pretty and all, but he'd probably lose interest and play with the ribbon around the clothes boxes instead. Mmm, I think we can do better for our feline son. Let's go~
[ And onward he marches, on the hunt for a shop that sells the spicier items. A glance is cast over his shoulder at Eikichi. ]
You're adorable, by the way. [ He wanted to say it to Eikichi being cutely flustered before, but then he got distracted. So he'll just say it now! ]
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[Of they go in search of anything that might be interesting for a pair of of horny teenagers. It is oddly liberating that said things could be easily found in the market out in the open compared to having to go to a dark alley, Eikichi suspects, back home. He'd never really...tried it himself so he couldn't quite exactly say.]
Heh. [He beams at the compliment, wanting to give him a little kiss, but refraining with what he was holding.] You too, you big nerd.
[He stops when he sees...what looks to be a candle shop. Different smelling ones too. Maybe they had something like 'after the rain' or 'freshly cleaned clothing'. He leans closer to see if there's any interesting scents for sale.]'
Spicy cinnamon dreams? Chocolate cake? [Should he even trust the fae to get the flavours right? He half expects them to smell like used socks at this point.]
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You're my spicy cinnamon dream.
[ He comments playfully. Does it make sense? No. Not at all. But it fits right along the lines of that time Junpei called Eikichi 'his perfect ten.' Was that the first official time he flirted? Because that's about when Junpei realized he was into Eikichi.
He lifts a boring beige candle to read the label. ]
Vanilla Blossom. Is....vanilla a flower? I thought it was....I dunno. Kinda like a green bean. You hear vanilla bean all the time when it comes to desserts. Oh! Can you bake? Or do you just cook? All these food candles kinda make me want something sweet.
[ Or......to lick whipped cream off of Eikichi. That could be a fiiiine dessert. Junpei grins at the thought, grins like he's had the most devious of thoughts, and then immediately looks back to Eikichi like he's the picture of innocence and nothing naughty crossed his mind at all. ]
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[And that also does not make sense, but it is funny and he laughs at them both being idiots (lovingly).]
Maybe it is some sort of cake, or the flower of the plant? I heard it takes a while to make true vanilla...sort of like Soy Sauce, you have to let it get old over a few weeks or months. [He looks away.] Not really. I haven't had a need to make cakes but pops let me play around with Wagashi for a bit. That's less sweet and more for a refined pallet. Or so they say. Mom seemed to like the ones I made.
[He looks back at Junpei, wanting to cross his arms at that moment. What the hell was he thinking again?
...he's fireproof his lizard brain reminds him. Very excitingly. Eikichi has no idea what he'd do with this knowledge, but candles had fire.]
...Do you want to get a candle?
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Make some for me sometime?
[ Junpei will literally eat anything Eikichi puts in front of him, but that sounds kinda special. Like something he only got to make for his mom before or something. And Junpei is all about chasing these special little memories with Eikichi. ]
Yeah, we should get one.
[ Or a few. Eikichi seems like he wants some so!! Junpei will just casually collect Spicy Cinnamon Dreams and Vanilla Blossom in his free hand because those DEFINITELY have to come with but. Hmm. ]
Warm Summer Glow?
[ He reads the label in confusion and then leans in to give it a sniff, coming back even more confused. ]
Huh. It somehow smells like that feeling you get when you step out of the water and the warm sun hits your back...
[ A beat. ]
And wasabi?
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I'll need to get a book. It's not something I learned for long, so I really don't know how to make them without one. I haven't been drilled to make them for the past eight years, y'know?
[Which is ironic as Eikichi probably would have really made a good maker for those if he'd been allowed to do them more. Perhaps he could use this as a way to try doing it again.]
Wasabi? [He gets closer to the candle to sniff it as well, being very careful not to knock anything down in the small cramped area. Junpei is right, it smells slightly chlorine-ish and sandy with a weird plant smell. It might be wasabi? He's not sure either.]
Well...it fits our court so let's just get it and figure things out later! I don't mind it, there's no ocean fish smell so this is fine. [Anything fish would get an instant no. He takes the vase from Junpei so he can find the seller and see what insanity they'll be roped into this time.]
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For three candles, you must give three scents -- unique when combined, never before seen or tried. Imagine this scent, picture it in your mind and then exhale through your nose into this box.
[ Oh. Hmm. Junpei looks at the box and then looks at Eikichi. Three things, huh? Oh, wait! ]
Wasn't there a weird ramen you had to eat?
[ That was three things combined, wasn't it? Three things that have never been thought up before. And surely Eikichi would remember the smell. He always seems a little sickened by the thought of it. ]
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