[ is it better or worse to pretend nothing happened...
but, maybe it is worse when the memory tobari sees is one of pure fantasy, or at least close enough to it. it's an idyllic scenario in which he obtains all he wants (mc) in light of his efforts, except... for the the fact that he's a cat (click at your own risk and don't make me think of lads timelines).
the second it starts going, he's already trying to shake the toy in his hands. ]
this is incredibly funny and he's literally just going to laugh outright about it. i actually don't know that tobari has really full on laughed at anything in purgatory besides this. maybe when he was clowning on yosuke. either way, it's incredible if only in the sense that he doesn't let himself laugh this much at anything.
but what the fuck is he supposed to do with a cat boy? ]
Don't you think you were too excited about the collar, housecat?
rafayel is already fighting this toy to the death, before he's turning to look at tobari like he's equally complicit in this. does no one care that his grandpappy would be soooo disappointed in him for turning into a MONSTER?????
his brows furrow, as he's clearly annoyed. ] Stop. It's not like that.
but he is turning his head away so that maybe it's less obvious that he's flustered. at any rate, he blinks a few times, before— ] Yeah, like I'd let you? I'd report you, just so you know. [ to who... it's a mystery ]
tobari laughs again, which is sorely necessary for him, and heโll just let his fingers catch rafโs wrist so he doesnโt push on his face anymore ]
You think me being tormented was happy? Maybe you need to get your eyes checked.
[ but, thanks for giving him some breathing room in theory.
he's still a little red, but he is dropping his arm. albeit, a bit self-consciously. it feels weird to be close to him after all of that, and it's like this realization is now piled upon... his biggest shame.
unfortunately tobari just thinks this continues to be hilarious. he doesn't feel any type of self-conscious that rafayel does, easy-going ]
You seemed pretty into her, so I figure any time is worthwhile. Even if it means you're getting bullied. Tough life, but seems like a price you're willing to pay.
Puh-lease. More like she's the one who can't get enough of me. [ but, his lips do twitch just a little, like he's trying to bite back a smile. he's obvious... ] But, what about you? Do you have someone like that?
normally he'd laugh, but as it stands, he just gives a knowing smile. ] I don't think that's true. [ a shrug. ] We make time for what we love, and... I think anyone would be pretty happy if they're with you.
[ it's an easy retort, entirely blind to what tobari is really going through.
albeit, he's sure tobari says the words he does with reason. maybe reasons not unlike all of why he's avoided coming to linkon city for as long as he had. ] Besides, even troublemakers need some TLC.
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but, maybe it is worse when the memory tobari sees is one of pure fantasy, or at least close enough to it. it's an idyllic scenario in which he obtains all he wants (mc) in light of his efforts, except... for the the fact that he's a cat (click at your own risk and don't make me think of lads timelines).
the second it starts going, he's already trying to shake the toy in his hands. ]
T-there's no way...
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this is incredibly funny and he's literally just going to laugh outright about it. i actually don't know that tobari has really full on laughed at anything in purgatory besides this. maybe when he was clowning on yosuke. either way, it's incredible if only in the sense that he doesn't let himself laugh this much at anything.
but what the fuck is he supposed to do with a cat boy? ]
Don't you think you were too excited about the collar, housecat?
[ LEAVE HIM ALONE ]
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rafayel is already fighting this toy to the death, before he's turning to look at tobari like he's equally complicit in this. does no one care that his grandpappy would be soooo disappointed in him for turning into a MONSTER?????
his brows furrow, as he's clearly annoyed. ] Stop. It's not like that.
I... I had no control over myself.
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It can still be like that. People can be into a loss of control too, you know.
[ hE'LL STOP POKING FUN IN A SECOND but it has to be said.... ]
Should I have pet your ears on Saturday?
[ when literally everyone except like three people had them. i'm dying ]
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but he is turning his head away so that maybe it's less obvious that he's flustered. at any rate, he blinks a few times, before— ] Yeah, like I'd let you? I'd report you, just so you know. [ to who... it's a mystery ]
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[ PLEASE!!!!
of course he is teasing because truly tobari would never touch someone without invitation but. teasing raf just makes it so easy
peers to see if he can look at his face ]
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[ he says, but when tobari looks at his face, his ears are a little red before, he's pushing a hand in his face. ]
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tobari laughs again, which is sorely necessary for him, and heโll just let his fingers catch rafโs wrist so he doesnโt push on his face anymore ]
Pass.
Anyway Iโm glad for you. You looked happy.
[ even if itโs also extremely embarrassing ]
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[ but, thanks for giving him some breathing room in theory.
he's still a little red, but he is dropping his arm. albeit, a bit self-consciously. it feels weird to be close to him after all of that, and it's like this realization is now piled upon... his biggest shame.
he has to pout now... i don't make the rules ]
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unfortunately tobari just thinks this continues to be hilarious. he doesn't feel any type of self-conscious that rafayel does, easy-going ]
You seemed pretty into her, so I figure any time is worthwhile. Even if it means you're getting bullied. Tough life, but seems like a price you're willing to pay.
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Puh-lease. More like she's the one who can't get enough of me. [ but, his lips do twitch just a little, like he's trying to bite back a smile. he's obvious... ] But, what about you? Do you have someone like that?
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Not possible given my position.
[ at the same time that thoughtshare doxxes She's better off with someone else. ]
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normally he'd laugh, but as it stands, he just gives a knowing smile. ] I don't think that's true. [ a shrug. ] We make time for what we love, and... I think anyone would be pretty happy if they're with you.
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it's why when he smiles, it's just a little more distant. not by much, but as if something's on his mind ]
Sweet words freely given to a troublemaker like me, huh?
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[ it's an easy retort, entirely blind to what tobari is really going through.
albeit, he's sure tobari says the words he does with reason. maybe reasons not unlike all of why he's avoided coming to linkon city for as long as he had. ] Besides, even troublemakers need some TLC.
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You're being kind of fussy....
[ which is a funny role reversal because normally tobari's the fucking busybody ]
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If I remember correctly, someone who here a week ago begging for me to teach someone to flirt? [ no one was begging...
but, he wants his revenge for earlier. ]
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[ by a lot ]
I'm also second-guessing my decision now...
[ raf wants revenge but tobari is still shooting? ]
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[ lol. ]
Hey, no takebacks.
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[ but he raises a brow ]
I don't know if we should be teaching Tokinaga this kind of behavior, being pushy for pets and all...
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[ actually, going to threateningly hold his fingers out like he's going to pet tobari. ]
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If you want to be bitten again so badly, I can indulge you. But if you'll get shy about it, I'd back off.
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[ dropping his hands back to his side, though. ]
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[ tobari is already cat-like by nature... no pets accepted unless asked for ]
But I also don't remember agreeing to humor you?
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It's an unspoken contract that only needs one party to sign off.
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