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[hoshikiri]

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[hoshikiri]

Ah? [He waited patiently as the sketch was being done, but he didn't expect for the expert to ask his opinion. He didn't prepare for this, he's not an art guy and he's conflicted on how to feel about the possibility of Genbu looking fuckable.]

Yes, like that. But if it is your wish to divert then I'll default to your artistic discretion.

[stripartist]

I simply think it would look more coherent if they all four had the same...my students would say "vibe", if that makes sense? One elder and three younger adults wouldn't quite match.

[hoshikiri]

[ah, children of this realm and their lingo... at least there's context clues]

What you're saying makes sense. You have a far better eye for this than I do.

[stripartist]

Then I will come up a few designs. Would you like to see those, when they're done?

[hoshikiri]

Mm. I look forward to it. [he can never look genbu in the eyes again]

[stripartist]

[Embrace the horny, Takame. Yusuke has (on the occasions that it happens).]

I'll be sure to keep in touch. And, I'll admit, I'm delighted to know I was right that you spoke Japanese.

[hoshikiri]

[listen he'll embrace it within reason, he'll accept that yusuke is hot but not genbu

The mention of him speaking Japanese though got a head tilt and a thoughtful hum out of him.]

The Japanese language is very similar to one in my home world, my first language. I'd only learned how similar they were by accident. But I've found that in both my world and this one it is most convenient to use the commonly spoken language.

[stripartist]

Which here is English. Despite the fact that English makes no sense.

[Wait Takame won't get that. Yusuke shifts, tails lashing. He has some opinions on how stupid English can be, okay.]

Anyway, would it be rude of me to ask about....?

[He gestures to the scales. Look, he's curious.]

[hoshikiri]

[takame's more of a math guy anyway

At the scale gesturing, he shook his head lightly. Honestly he's shocked it took someone this long to ask about it.]

Not at all. My people, the Au Ra, are born with scales that protect us, horns used to hear and tails. Even in my home world we are largely uncommon outside of certain regions.

[stripartist]

Forgive me if this is a bit much but...You're stunning.

[YUSUKE

At least he's learned how to apologize for maybe coming off a bit strong?]

I didn't want to say it if the scales were a curse or a something, but you truly are exceptionally handsome, Takame.

[hoshikiri]

Ah.

[Give him a moment, he was not expecting that. Takame.exe must be rebooted.

Really, the only thing keeping his brief silence from turning awkward is his aversion to being rude. He was flattered, really. Just caught off guard.]

... Thank you.

[stripartist]

Of course. I've never been one to just not tell someone when they're exceptionally handsome or beautiful, as the case may be, and I don't remember if you posted anything to Yuri's little game a couple of months ago.

[hoshikiri]

I did, though I wouldn't blame you for missing it given how chaotic it became. [He has washboard abs and the hour glass-est of hourglass figures, Yusuke.]

If I may be so bold, you are quite handsome as well.

[stripartist]

[Look that post got wild. And Yusuke was frankly too uselessly queer to process a lot, okay. Everyone is hot.

But then someone not Yuri or Elliot calls him handsome and Yusuke's otherwise calm demeanor just sort of. Cracks? He turns a little pink and glances down, suddenly shy.]

I--ah. You're flattering me.

[hoshikiri]

I merely speak the truth. Do not sell yourself short. [He didn't want to make Yusuke uncomfortable, but he didn't want to discount the attractive man before him.]

[stripartist]

Oh, I didn't mean to sound like I was. I'm...simply not used to it.

[Aaaaaaaaaaaaah.

Hm.]

Are you hungry? This cafe has really good pastries, and I'd like to treat you to one.

[hoshikiri]

I see. That's unfortunate, but I do understand. [Hopefully he didn't step out of line, but Takame knows when the time is to lie and that time isn't now.

accept it, yusuke (gentle)]

That is very kind of you. I would be glad to try one.

[stripartist]

Then excuse me a moment.

[He'll stand and go to the counter to get a couple...and also text Yuri and Elliot because HELP.

But when he gets back to the table, he's totally fine! Hope Takame likes apple or cherry pastries.]

Here we are. I wasn't sure which you'd like best, but they're both good.

[hoshikiri]

[why does his nose feel ticklish?

Well, he looked fine to Takame, at least. He still made a mental note to be wary of stepping out of line and gave a dip of his head as thanks for the food. Sweets were far from his favorite food, but he would never decline such kindness.

And at least it wasn't candied.]

You have my thanks. Is there one you prefer over the other? I'll take the alternative and leave that one to you.

[stripartist]

[Thankfully his tails were just wagging. Nothing new!]

Not at all, they're both very good and very fresh. Besides, it's my treat.

[hoshikiri]

[He promised he'd pay the tails no mind, and he's true to his word.

The real problem cropping up now is that deep down he was hoping Yusuke had a preference and thus would make the decision for him. Ah, but he mustn't continue to act this way... he had to make his own decisions, even small ones.]

I see. If you insist, thank you. [It wasn't choice paralysis that stopped him, just poor habits. But in the end he decided on the apple pastry and taking a small bite out of it.

As far as sweets go, it was not so bad that it gave him a headache. In fact it was rather subtle compared to other kinds. It helped that it was fresh and thus warm. Heavens knew Takame wouldn't say not to that.]

Mm. You were right, they are quite good.

[stripartist]

[Yusuke smiles a little, pleased.]

I'm glad you think so. [Excuse him as he grabs the other pastry] Can I ask about your home? I've never even dreamed of a place like Japan but not.

[hoshikiri]

[He seemed more relaxed now, which set Takame at ease as well.]

Of course. [He put a hand to his chin, wondering where to begin.]

I hail from a land called Doma which is stationed within the Yanxia region of the continent of Othard and stands at the edge of the Ruby Sea which separates it from Hingashi. Doma largely sits by the water, be it from the Sea or from the great One River. [A short pause, then he continued.]

I've spent a vast majority of my life within Kugane as well. It is the only city that the nation of Hingashi has opened to foreigners and as such has visitors and consulates from each of the Three Great Continents and beyond.

[stripartist]

[He can't help but think that this "Hingashi" and "Kugane" sounds a lot like Japan a few centuries ago. Interesting.]

Obviously the languages are the same or similar enough...oh, does Doma or Hingashi have sushi?

[hoshikiri]

Yes, both do. Often prepared with fish from one another's region, though it has become popular in the West as well.