[He's content to just stare at the waves for a while as Junpei speaks, leaning his head on top of his and smiling. Each month brings something new and he feels so far away from being flung back home that it feels like his reality is nothing more than a dream now. It both worries and soothes him. He can be greedy for a little longer, right?]
Well, I don't know why we need to do a dance for coming home, but yeah! I will definitely take you to a homecoming if they ever hold it again.
[He moves his head just so Junpei can look at him, and he still thinks a summer festival would be way more fun than a weird school thing, but he'll lean into it because it's fun.]
We'll do the kissing booth this time!
[The water is close to bubbling up. Time to open up the boxes so that they slowly submerge things as they eat. He only stands up to do that and also give him a small plate with some rice and chopsticks so he can take what he wants, cook it and then eat it.]
[ He leans in to give Eikichi a quick peck before sitting up in order to start getting their meal in order. A smile remains on his face the entire time, and he steals a glance at Eikichi again. Every now and then, Junpei has to pause in a moment they share to really absorb it -- to feel how full his heart is right now, how happy they are. He wishes he could find a way to bottle up this feeling so he could keep it forever.
Junpei lets out a sound of amusement. Gosh, he really is hopelessly enamored, isn't he? He takes the chopsticks and turns to the spread, mulling over what he'd like to try first. So many delicious options! ]
Imagine if we could have that hot air balloon ride from my dreams, though. Doing it at sunset. Maaaan, that'd be bliss.
[Sadly, bottling up emotions could end up badly hurting either of them.
Eikichi for his part, makes it easy, putting a few of the leafy vegetables into the pot along with some slightly fried tofu (this is the most fried anything he will eat). The sauces will take care of the rest in terms of flavours and keep his calorie count low.]
Maybe one day we can have one...it would be fun to be up in the air...and hopefully not get sick. [He briefly shakes. No! He'll be fine!]
You won't get sick. All you'd have to do is look at me and it'll be all better! I am the cure to all your ails~!
[ Junpei confidently states, opting to start with the seafood. Eikichi did say to take that out first, so Junpei's plan is to cook it -- then get to eat it will the red meats are cooking. A winning strategy to fill his stomach well! ]
My incredible restoring powers only work for Eikichi's though. So you can't share this secret cure with anyone else!
True, that might work out if you---hey wait a minute! Beef first! Beef first! Save the seafood for last, babe! Unless you were gonna eat this sashimi style?
[No, don't put the seafood into the broth, it's gonna taste fishy the entire time. As much as Eikichi could try to tolerate it, he knows it'll make him feel sick really fast.]
[Saved Eikichi at the very least as he looks at the beef go in. At least he didn't mind the slight taste of it with his vegetables if he didn't have to eat it. He takes out some of the vegetables with his chopsticks and puts them on top of his rice bowl. The fried tofu can come out later.]
We did get a pretty good workout earlier today, didn't we?
[He says it with a laugh. This is as much exercise he's willing to do.]
[ He chirps with a grin, still tingling from the very thought of it. ]
That's why I keep saying, you're burning plenty of calories now. That diet of yours can relax.
[ Junpei, the master of stealing kisses, plants a quick peck on Eikichi's cheek before he tends to his steak slices -- pulling them when they're done enough. ]
[He lets himself be kissed before he grabs and chomps down on his fried tofu to make his point. Look at him. Eating up all the calories. So many of them.]
Besides, you like me now, right? Would you really like me if I was into track and field and rock climbing? [He's teasing. He knows Junpei would still like him, but those are the last two things Eikichi wants to do with his life.]
Now that you mention it. It would be pretty hot seeing you with all those muscles flexing as you scale a rock wall.
[ He teases back, putting in the lamb before turning to his bowl to gobble up his food with a sound of happiness. So tasty! Uwaaaa, he's getting so spoiled here. His eyes drift toward the sky. Shades of pink and orange have started to stain the clouds. Junpei settles against Eikichi so they can take it all in together. ]
I'd like you even if you got old, grey, and had knees that could predict the rain, yanno. [ Maybe especially then. It would be a gift to have that many years with Eikichi. As it is, they'll be lucky to get a single year. ]
Hrrk! [He does not have a good reply to that so he just coughs on the tofu briefly.] S-sorry but I don't think I could really get muscles. [He's more of a male fashion model.]
Don't say that! The fae will hear and suddenly we'll be as old as Gramps. [He laughs softly because he's fine with that. Wondering how many years they'll get to be together inching its way into his mind as well.] We should take a selfie! Maybe I can paint a picture of this later.
[ There's a quiet chuckle in response to Eikichi's chastising, hands going up in surrender. But at the suggestion of the selfie, he nods. ]
Hands free or classic? You know my Leaf's a pro at capturing your best side!
[ He pulls out his Leaf and waves it with a grin. ]
Then again, all sides are your best side, sooooo~ is it really all that impressive?
[ The Leaf, seeming to take offense to that, pulls up a picture of the both of them in the middle of talking. It's blurry and unflattering with Junpei looking like a zombie and Eikichi looking mildly drunk. It quickly contrasts this with a picture taken later, perfect framing with both of them still in conversation while it captures that perfect moment of engagement. This is the Leaf showing off its portfolio and skills. Look at what it can do even in the most complicated moments to capture!! ]
Oh geesh. Alright, alright. I get your point, Leaf-chan. But even you gotta admit, this is a face that's real photogenic.
[ Junpei reaches over to squeeze one of Eikichi's cheeks. ]
Hands free! Go on and let your little Leaf-san run free in the wind and do what they do best!
[He laughs when the Leaf gets insulted from Junpei's words, and gives them a picture that looks more like it could come from Yukino (sorry Yukino) than themselves, before showing a much better picture. Look at it, getting so used to the both of them!]
Haha! Oww! Don't squish too much, there's barely any fat for you to pinch!
[He gives him a fake elbow punch in return, before dragging him down on top of him, making sure that Junpei doesn't knock down the pot or the Leaf nearby. Get down to his level Junpei! Watch the sun setting from the ground!]
[ Junpei cries out in surprise when he's dragged down -- half tempted to flail but instead his instinct has him latching onto Eikichi and going along for the ride. The Leaf heads off on its own to capture them -- from the surprise to the laughter that follows. Junpei looks off toward the distance, toward the sunset. ]
You call me your sun, but those reds in the sky match your eyes pretty spot on.
[ He looks back at Eikichi. ]
Then again, it fits the theme of you being the moon. Elements of sunset and night all smooshed together in one sexy man.
[ Junpei winks and boops Eikichi's nose with the tip of his finger. ]
I really am all that, huh? [He laughs, knowing full well that Junpei meant those words. It's still a little hard to accept, a week in, but he's getting there, slowly. So he copes with a little self-narcissism and a joke at himself.
Then he gets the boop.]
What am I, a cat to you? We have Jackson for that!
[We because clearly dating Eikichi means adopting his little plant cat.]
But please, don't let me stop you from poking in other places...after we eat a little more.
[He's not going to take all of Junpei's valuable food time.]
I have a feeling we're gonna repeat this afternoon with how fast we zoomed out of the market after that dice roll, aren't we?
[ Especially with Eikichi teasing him with poking in other places! Geesh!! How is he supposed to concentrate on his food after that? Looks like Junpei's gonna be eating everything else basically raw. He gives Eikichi a playful shove before sitting back up and putting himself back into his own space. ]
I'm real lucky, though. You can't get enough of me just as much as I can't get enough of you. We're like the perfect match.
[A genuine question. They were here for the sunset, the sunset was here, they were eating food, why not just up the steaks? Besides, it's not like Eikichi needed a lot of food anyway. Most of it was for Junpei's pleasure. Still, cutting them really thin for shabushabu hotpot was the right call. Just a few swishes to get most of the food cooked.]
That's what you get for dating a Scorpio, you know. Jun told me we were pretty sexy.
[That's not exactly what Jun said, but Eikichi took the good part and tossed out the rest.]
[ No, it's not a bad thing. But Junpei's gonna playfully act like it is! Giving an overexaggerated huff as he takes a bite and crosses his arms. But he can't keep it going for long and cracks a smile. His eyes drift toward the sky again. ]
Jun really out here calling it like it is.
[ Junpei winks at Eikichi. ]
I was kinda hoping we could linger out here for a little bit after dark, though. See the stars come out, enjoy the night that isn't gonna turn into a creepy hellscape at midnight. Of course, I wouldn't be opposed to hooking up with you under the stars...but.
I wish he was around, cause I am curious what he'd say about your sign.
[He's a little melancholy about that. Not just cause he wants to see his friend, but he wishes Tatsuya would also get to have moments like this. He deserves it.]
Y-yeah! I don't mind. Plus we're two persona users. Whatever this world could end up throwing at us, we could fight back, right? [Then he waves a hand.] Oh? Are you scared? Maybe we should get a tent next time.
[ Junpei looks over at Eikichi and places a hand on his, a small comfort. He knows Eikichi misses his friends. He also knows getting to have them in this place would be one of the best things for him and Tatsuya. They would get to defy Nyarlathotep for a little longer -- have time they never would otherwise for just a little longer. This place has its problems but there are also a number of days where it doesn't have any problems at all and they're allowed to live and have fun as they pleased.
He wishes there was more he could do, but Junpei does what he can. And that's being a supportive boyfriend when Eikichi's mood dips and try to bring back his smile! ]
Clearly he would say Capricorns are super duper compatible with Scorpios! And they're super handsome and not at all scared to do a hard makeout under the stars in this very public space if you're down.
[ Junpei's brows raise. He's mostly trying to be considerate of Eikichi since Eikichi did get shy in the market earlier when Junpei started talking a little raunchy. ]
Honestly, I think he'd be happy to toss me with anyone in terms of compatibility than with Suou. [Eikichi remembers when Jun was uh...talking about that, more to himself than him and then switched to blood types when he didn't get what he wanted out of astrology. But then he laughs.]
Hard makeout? Is that a threat or a promise?
[If he tries to get him, Eikichi is just going to up the ante.]
[ Junpei laughs after Eikichi explains Jun's motivation. Can he blame him? Sounds like Jun and Tatsuya were a great match. Clearly Tatsuya felt the same way, too. So if Jun had to manipulate the horoscopes or stars or whatever just to make sure nothing threatened that, why not? Of course, it's not like Eikichi is a threat anyway. He had Miyabi and zero interest in Tatsuya romantically. ]
Mmm....both~! Or whichever one gets you going the most. It's that one. Or neither, if you want me submissive and pliant~!
[ He teases while swishing some of the steak in the broth. Junpei's clearly the most adaptable partner who can switch up to match whatever mood Eikichi is in. ]
Anyway, we don't need astrology or tarot to say we're the perfect match. But I wouldn't be surprised if either of those things supported it. Shame that fortune teller disappeared. It could've been fun to have a reading...
I like it when we're both feisty . Makes it more fun y'know? Unless YOU want to do something in particular. I'll play out my role to the best of my ability!
[That's the sign of a good relationship, at the very least, willing to talk to each other and figure all of this out. He sighs a little at the mention of the fortune teller, however.]
Yeah, but that guy is the one causing the issues here. Or at least part of it. Now that I think about it, the two people I know that are good with astrology are unhinged. Maybe reading the stars does something to a person or fae.
Noted. [ He says. What he likes the most about their relationship is the degree of flexibility they have. What they want could change from day to day. There are just as many days so far that Junpei's loved being in control as much as he loves ceding it and being fully dominated. Sometimes he likes it soft. Sometimes he demands Eikichi put ALL of his strength into it. But the wonderful thing is they always meet each other, whatever they want...whatever they're feeling. It's all so good. ]
Well. Jun was manipulated, wasn't he? So did the unhinged part come from him or something else? And maybe it's the same way with Skazani. Sounds like they might have once been one of us?
[ As soon as that sentence leaves his mouth, Junpei falls into a quiet worry. It's easy to focus on Eikichi and the good times they have together but it comes at a cost. They might lose themselves someday. And that's a heavy, sorrowful thought. A reminder of their borrowed time. ]
He was, but I think that's a little of his personality too. He was our leader when we were kids, you know! I think he just leaned into it a little more. Sort of like Akechi?
[He blinks at the comment, knowing what Junpei is thinking; there is a time limit to all of this. Who knows when they'll be fully fae. But then tries to pull himself back together.]
We'll figure it out. You asked me to demon contact you anyway, right? You can't just break that even with fae magic! [Probably yes, but if he believes that 'rumour' enough, it might become true.] Besides there's been Persona users who have been here longer than us and they don't seem to have problems yet! We have time to figure it out!
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Well, I don't know why we need to do a dance for coming home, but yeah! I will definitely take you to a homecoming if they ever hold it again.
[He moves his head just so Junpei can look at him, and he still thinks a summer festival would be way more fun than a weird school thing, but he'll lean into it because it's fun.]
We'll do the kissing booth this time!
[The water is close to bubbling up. Time to open up the boxes so that they slowly submerge things as they eat. He only stands up to do that and also give him a small plate with some rice and chopsticks so he can take what he wants, cook it and then eat it.]
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[ He leans in to give Eikichi a quick peck before sitting up in order to start getting their meal in order. A smile remains on his face the entire time, and he steals a glance at Eikichi again. Every now and then, Junpei has to pause in a moment they share to really absorb it -- to feel how full his heart is right now, how happy they are. He wishes he could find a way to bottle up this feeling so he could keep it forever.
Junpei lets out a sound of amusement. Gosh, he really is hopelessly enamored, isn't he? He takes the chopsticks and turns to the spread, mulling over what he'd like to try first. So many delicious options! ]
Imagine if we could have that hot air balloon ride from my dreams, though. Doing it at sunset. Maaaan, that'd be bliss.
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Eikichi for his part, makes it easy, putting a few of the leafy vegetables into the pot along with some slightly fried tofu (this is the most fried anything he will eat). The sauces will take care of the rest in terms of flavours and keep his calorie count low.]
Maybe one day we can have one...it would be fun to be up in the air...and hopefully not get sick. [He briefly shakes. No! He'll be fine!]
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[ Junpei confidently states, opting to start with the seafood. Eikichi did say to take that out first, so Junpei's plan is to cook it -- then get to eat it will the red meats are cooking. A winning strategy to fill his stomach well! ]
My incredible restoring powers only work for Eikichi's though. So you can't share this secret cure with anyone else!
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[No, don't put the seafood into the broth, it's gonna taste fishy the entire time. As much as Eikichi could try to tolerate it, he knows it'll make him feel sick really fast.]
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Right, right.
[ And he changes course. Eikichi saved the day as the beef goes into the pot instead. ]
.....to be fair, I probably would've eaten it way undercooked 'cause I'm staaaarving.
[ Pancakes for breakfast and sex for lunch was more than enough to work up an appetite! ]
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We did get a pretty good workout earlier today, didn't we?
[He says it with a laugh. This is as much exercise he's willing to do.]
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[ He chirps with a grin, still tingling from the very thought of it. ]
That's why I keep saying, you're burning plenty of calories now. That diet of yours can relax.
[ Junpei, the master of stealing kisses, plants a quick peck on Eikichi's cheek before he tends to his steak slices -- pulling them when they're done enough. ]
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[He lets himself be kissed before he grabs and chomps down on his fried tofu to make his point. Look at him. Eating up all the calories. So many of them.]
Besides, you like me now, right? Would you really like me if I was into track and field and rock climbing? [He's teasing. He knows Junpei would still like him, but those are the last two things Eikichi wants to do with his life.]
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[ He teases back, putting in the lamb before turning to his bowl to gobble up his food with a sound of happiness. So tasty! Uwaaaa, he's getting so spoiled here. His eyes drift toward the sky. Shades of pink and orange have started to stain the clouds. Junpei settles against Eikichi so they can take it all in together. ]
I'd like you even if you got old, grey, and had knees that could predict the rain, yanno. [ Maybe especially then. It would be a gift to have that many years with Eikichi. As it is, they'll be lucky to get a single year. ]
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Don't say that! The fae will hear and suddenly we'll be as old as Gramps. [He laughs softly because he's fine with that. Wondering how many years they'll get to be together inching its way into his mind as well.] We should take a selfie! Maybe I can paint a picture of this later.
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Hands free or classic? You know my Leaf's a pro at capturing your best side!
[ He pulls out his Leaf and waves it with a grin. ]
Then again, all sides are your best side, sooooo~ is it really all that impressive?
[ The Leaf, seeming to take offense to that, pulls up a picture of the both of them in the middle of talking. It's blurry and unflattering with Junpei looking like a zombie and Eikichi looking mildly drunk. It quickly contrasts this with a picture taken later, perfect framing with both of them still in conversation while it captures that perfect moment of engagement. This is the Leaf showing off its portfolio and skills. Look at what it can do even in the most complicated moments to capture!! ]
Oh geesh. Alright, alright. I get your point, Leaf-chan. But even you gotta admit, this is a face that's real photogenic.
[ Junpei reaches over to squeeze one of Eikichi's cheeks. ]
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[He laughs when the Leaf gets insulted from Junpei's words, and gives them a picture that looks more like it could come from Yukino (sorry Yukino) than themselves, before showing a much better picture. Look at it, getting so used to the both of them!]
Haha! Oww! Don't squish too much, there's barely any fat for you to pinch!
[He gives him a fake elbow punch in return, before dragging him down on top of him, making sure that Junpei doesn't knock down the pot or the Leaf nearby. Get down to his level Junpei! Watch the sun setting from the ground!]
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[ Junpei cries out in surprise when he's dragged down -- half tempted to flail but instead his instinct has him latching onto Eikichi and going along for the ride. The Leaf heads off on its own to capture them -- from the surprise to the laughter that follows. Junpei looks off toward the distance, toward the sunset. ]
You call me your sun, but those reds in the sky match your eyes pretty spot on.
[ He looks back at Eikichi. ]
Then again, it fits the theme of you being the moon. Elements of sunset and night all smooshed together in one sexy man.
[ Junpei winks and boops Eikichi's nose with the tip of his finger. ]
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Then he gets the boop.]
What am I, a cat to you? We have Jackson for that!
[We because clearly dating Eikichi means adopting his little plant cat.]
But please, don't let me stop you from poking in other places...after we eat a little more.
[He's not going to take all of Junpei's valuable food time.]
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[ Especially with Eikichi teasing him with poking in other places! Geesh!! How is he supposed to concentrate on his food after that? Looks like Junpei's gonna be eating everything else basically raw. He gives Eikichi a playful shove before sitting back up and putting himself back into his own space. ]
I'm real lucky, though. You can't get enough of me just as much as I can't get enough of you. We're like the perfect match.
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[A genuine question. They were here for the sunset, the sunset was here, they were eating food, why not just up the steaks? Besides, it's not like Eikichi needed a lot of food anyway. Most of it was for Junpei's pleasure. Still, cutting them really thin for shabushabu hotpot was the right call. Just a few swishes to get most of the food cooked.]
That's what you get for dating a Scorpio, you know. Jun told me we were pretty sexy.
[That's not exactly what Jun said, but Eikichi took the good part and tossed out the rest.]
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Jun really out here calling it like it is.
[ Junpei winks at Eikichi. ]
I was kinda hoping we could linger out here for a little bit after dark, though. See the stars come out, enjoy the night that isn't gonna turn into a creepy hellscape at midnight. Of course, I wouldn't be opposed to hooking up with you under the stars...but.
[ But there are too many people around. Alas. ]
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[He's a little melancholy about that. Not just cause he wants to see his friend, but he wishes Tatsuya would also get to have moments like this. He deserves it.]
Y-yeah! I don't mind. Plus we're two persona users. Whatever this world could end up throwing at us, we could fight back, right? [Then he waves a hand.] Oh? Are you scared? Maybe we should get a tent next time.
[Still carries risks but a little safer, maybe?]
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He wishes there was more he could do, but Junpei does what he can. And that's being a supportive boyfriend when Eikichi's mood dips and try to bring back his smile! ]
Clearly he would say Capricorns are super duper compatible with Scorpios! And they're super handsome and not at all scared to do a hard makeout under the stars in this very public space if you're down.
[ Junpei's brows raise. He's mostly trying to be considerate of Eikichi since Eikichi did get shy in the market earlier when Junpei started talking a little raunchy. ]
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Hard makeout? Is that a threat or a promise?
[If he tries to get him, Eikichi is just going to up the ante.]
There's less people here anyway.
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Mmm....both~! Or whichever one gets you going the most. It's that one. Or neither, if you want me submissive and pliant~!
[ He teases while swishing some of the steak in the broth. Junpei's clearly the most adaptable partner who can switch up to match whatever mood Eikichi is in. ]
Anyway, we don't need astrology or tarot to say we're the perfect match. But I wouldn't be surprised if either of those things supported it. Shame that fortune teller disappeared. It could've been fun to have a reading...
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[That's the sign of a good relationship, at the very least, willing to talk to each other and figure all of this out. He sighs a little at the mention of the fortune teller, however.]
Yeah, but that guy is the one causing the issues here. Or at least part of it. Now that I think about it, the two people I know that are good with astrology are unhinged. Maybe reading the stars does something to a person or fae.
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Noted. [ He says. What he likes the most about their relationship is the degree of flexibility they have. What they want could change from day to day. There are just as many days so far that Junpei's loved being in control as much as he loves ceding it and being fully dominated. Sometimes he likes it soft. Sometimes he demands Eikichi put ALL of his strength into it. But the wonderful thing is they always meet each other, whatever they want...whatever they're feeling. It's all so good. ]
Well. Jun was manipulated, wasn't he? So did the unhinged part come from him or something else? And maybe it's the same way with Skazani. Sounds like they might have once been one of us?
[ As soon as that sentence leaves his mouth, Junpei falls into a quiet worry. It's easy to focus on Eikichi and the good times they have together but it comes at a cost. They might lose themselves someday. And that's a heavy, sorrowful thought. A reminder of their borrowed time. ]
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[He blinks at the comment, knowing what Junpei is thinking; there is a time limit to all of this. Who knows when they'll be fully fae. But then tries to pull himself back together.]
We'll figure it out. You asked me to demon contact you anyway, right? You can't just break that even with fae magic! [Probably yes, but if he believes that 'rumour' enough, it might become true.] Besides there's been Persona users who have been here longer than us and they don't seem to have problems yet! We have time to figure it out!
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