[ he feels tobari using all of his power to pull out of his hold? he makes a disgruntled sound as he not-so-gracefully gets dragged out of the bed. half on the floor, he releases, only to push his lips out in displeasure. ]
You're so mean. You didn't even come over last night...
[ or maybe he had another undisclosed invitation that he didn't mention to rafayel... either way, there's the slightest chance that rafayel might've felt the uptick of tobari's heartbeat from his wandering hands—it feels like raf is getting bolder and bolder everyday?
still, he feels bad just leaving him half on the floor... so he sighs, sliding his arm behind raf's back and then behind his knees, scooping him out of bed by force and then putting him on his feet as a compromise so he's just not dragged and manhandled so rudely. now he's manhandled semi-politely ]
You only have a half day today, so I'll be around tonight.
regardless, it's probably also a simple fact that he may or may not have been scanning a few other idol's insta pages until the early morning hours, including their private accounts (yori, awayuki, and hinagiku were probably the few he ran to first, but shh). this probably contributes to his lack of sleep, but he doesn't make that obvious.
instead, he focuses on picking himself off the floor with tobari's help. or mostly, tobari's help. it feels strange to be carried by him like that, but he doesn't seem to hate it. if anything, it's the opposite. he smiles a little, even as he makes a show of rubbing some of the sleep from his eyes... like he didn't just feel tobari up. ]
Harassment is a bit much, you know. Especially when you normally can't get enough of me. [ like now, he wants to say, but he doesn't. instead he gives a small nod. he's a bit happy about the half day...
if just because it feels like tobari planned it for the both of them. (delusion)
that said, he's already holding his arms out as if asking for tobari to help dress him. ]
[ NOT YOU ASSUMING IT'S YORI. tobari probably ignores all of yori's messages... realistically he probably went to tsuyukusa's to look at sound equipment because tobari's a nerd and probably wants to look at the latest audio recording options that would best suit rafayel's voice the next time they go to the studio and tsuyukusa is probably one of the best sound engineers in the business... tsuyukusa doesn't post on insta and neither does tobari so this meeting went undisclosed and it was still partially for rafayel anyway ]
Think you're still asleep since you're dreaming out loud?
[ but tobari doesn't mind helping to dress raf... but he'll reach up to brush some of his hair out of his eyes ]
Go wash up first. There's drool on your cheek. [ there isn't ] We're changing you into the photoshoot clothes while we're here since there's no changing rooms on site...
[ they have to get creative. tobari will pull away after then, now in full manager mode as he collects the black garment bag that has raf's change of clothes in it as well as the separate bag with their breakfast... if he's lucky he can multi-task to off-set some of the ways that raf slows them down by being a menace ]
[ even worse. he's probably studied tobari's type.
but, maybe in this world, rafayel hadn't spoken to tsuyukusa extensively. less variables for him to consider, especially when he's already lowkey concerned about where tobari's been spending his time. but, since tobari is acting the same as usual, he feels an odd sense of relief from it. ]
Okaaaaay, okay. No need to start nagging, Mommybari. [ he says this, even when he clearly looks pleased. he cracks a small smile as he's already making his way to brush his teeth and wash his face.
when he returns, his face and neck are still wet. this doesn't stop him from invading tobari's personal space again, though. albeit, this time, he does look a bit more interested in what's in all the bags. ]
Oh, isn't this from the new place down the road? When did you have time to get this? [ tobari, your hours... ]
[ NOT STUDYING HIS TYPE. BRATS. rafayel your jealousy is legendary… it’s fine. tobari and tsuyukusa can barely admit they’re friends even though they’re obviously friends
tobari makes a face at the nickname, but he’s already opening up the breakfast bag and finding a place for it… he’s gotten those fluffy soufflé pancakes for rafayel, topped with white sugar and strawberry pieces. tobari scoops up a perfect bite and feeds it to him, his other hand dipping down to tug off his pajama shirt at the same time. ]
Pants. [ a brief instruction for rafayel to strip himself because tobari has limits, even if just barely. and then to answer his question, ] I’ve already been up for a few hours.
Staff’s nice though. We’ll have to go in person eventually.
[ him like wow, tobari's type is strange... (zero self-awareness)
he opens his mouth and already begins chewing down on the pancakes. in spite of the mint from the toothpaste still strong in his mouth, the tartness of the berries still end up shining through, and he can't help but let out a contented sound. ] Mm, it's just the right amount of sweetness.
[ almost like second nature, he strips down easily with little command. he lets tobari dress him as needed, but half-way through... he does realize that this feels wrong???? shouldn't two people who are dating (debatable) have a little more tension than this?
he looks back at tobari and suddenly grabs his hands. you are allowed to stare, tobari...
or so rafayel's silent gaze seems to be saying. in reality, he probably looks crazy. ]
[ in between feeding rafayel bites and handing him pieces of clothes to put on, tobari uses the same fork to also feed himself. for this reason only, rafayel is valid in thinking they’re dating for the sheer level of nonchalance tobari has over indirect kisses and having a nearly naked idol in front of him.
but it’s funny that while rafayel is thinking about the importance of ust in their relationship(?), tobari is trying to manage the insane multi-tasking of getting the both of them fed, getting raf dressed, and running a mental timer of how long they have before they leave
and then his hands are seized and he’s being stared at insanely ]
[ NOT THE INDIRECT KISSES!!!! reason #58978 rafayel is being so misled
except, he can only blame himself for relying purely on ( singles inferno voice ) eye contact and banter. jk, his affections on the day-to-day are probably strikingly obvious. you know, aside from tobari himself, who probably thinks rafayel is just permanently on idol mode.
like now when tobari stares and rafayel even gives him a wink.
... when that also doesn't seem to be working, and tobari just gives him that what, his lips easily settle into a slight pout. ] I was trying to give you some extra service. [ he leads tobari's hands to touch over his waist. ] What do you think?
[ it's true, he just thinks that he's being harassed because rafayel is just like this... they're together all the time and this is just how rafayel interacts with him? why would he think that he's any different to anyone else?
briefly, tobari's expression teeters into exasperation over the wink and where his hands are guided... okay................... ]
I think....
[ the corner of his mouth quirks up into a smirk—the only warning before he pinches at rafayel's sides and then tickles him relentlessly ]
You become a real problem for me when you get this bored. Come on, finish getting dressed, we need to get in the car.
Hey, that's cheating...! [ he's already trying to suppress a laugh and keep it cool. but that's incredibly hard when he's also wiggling from side to side trying to avoid his hands. he's retreating away with his hands up— ]
Okay, okay!! Sheesh, instead of a bodyguard, you sure you weren't sent to be my assassin?
[ going to finish changing!!! not happily though!!! ]
[ hilarious... tobari is openly laughing, double-checking that the bag is packed for the day... rafayel's sketchpad for composing, water, melon drink, some candy, spare clothes if they want to try to get dinner like normal people after the shoot... ]
That's true, I have enough of your weaknesses memorized to be good at that, too.
[ but then he'll go and take one more bite of their pancakes once the bag is packed and on his shoulder... he brings the styrofoam over to rafayel, scooping up the last perfect bite and holding it up to his mouth ]
Here, last bite. [ and as if he's just thinking about something - ] It's also colder than I thought it'd be outside. I'm gonna borrow one of your jackets.
[ the cheapest and most nondescript jacket that raf has.............. he doesn't want to deal with fans noticing clothes sharing because they insanely would
upon reflection i think you really can't blame raf for thinking they were dating ]
[ tobari laughs and rafayel plans his revenge for later.
but, it's hard to stay (fake) mad when tobari is so diligent in preparing his bag for the day. even if the sight is one he sees everyday, he can't help but be taken by the idea that tobari's thoughts are filled with him from day to until night (because it's his job). he zips his jacket, and places his face mask on, only pulling it below his chin to get the final bite of pancake.
however, he only ends up biting into half of it, before pushing the rest back to tobari.
with that settled, he'll then reach from around tobari to pull out a similar jacket to the one he's wearing. the only difference is that rafayel's has a hood. ready for the fans to be insane... their brainrot... our brainrot. anyway, he's already helping tobari put it on before he can say no. ]
Actually, I bought this for you from before, so you don't need to bother returning it.
[ not the half a bite of pancake... tobari tilts his head in confusion but he doesn't want to waste it, so sure, he'll eat the rest.
except he's blinking in surprise when rafayel brings out a jacket for him.... why are they matching........ they don't have time to bicker about this so he'll just slip his arms into the jacket anyway ]
.... I thought I told you to stop spending money on me....
[ do they have this argument in every au. i think so ]
[ he's probably heard this before and he swiftly decides, he doesn't like hearing it, soooo. ]
Come on, let's head out. Is it okay if I put the accessories on in the car?
[ he's now carefully zipping tobari up, taking his time as he's letting his knuckles touch his body. when he's done, he smiles as he latches the top button over the zipper; tobari zipped up to under his chin is somehow really cute to him. ]
I said you have better things to save for. [ grumbling!! but also, ] .... thanks.
[ HE CAN'T BE INCONSIDERATE. he doesn't want rafayel to think that it's wasted on him... it's a nice jacket... so he frowns even as he lets rafayel zip him all the way up....
still, he'll reach up to gently pinch raf's cheek before letting go. he's a pain but he's tobari's pain ]
Mm, that's fine. There'll be a makeup artist on set.
[ but he'll grab their bag as well the keys, moving to head out and expecting rafayel to follow. ]
As long as I have my music, it’s not like I’ll ever starve. Probably. [ so it’s not for tobari to worry about, or so he thinks. he’s about to pat him on the head, but is beat out by the way tobari pinches his cheek. hey… he’s the older one?
he gently pushes his shoulder against tobari’s in a petty revenge as he moves past him. though, not before he grabs a drink packet out of the cabinet for tobari. health drink… since it’s cold out, he figures he will need his vitamins and herbal supplements. he tucks it into his jacket pocket as he follows him out.
it’s nice to be able to commute together. while he dutifully moved to sit in the back seat, it’s not without him already trying to help tobari put his seatbelt on from behind… ]
Is it the same makeup artist from last time? They didn’t go back to Yori? [ you thought i wouldn’t mention him here. ntr… ]
[ the way that rafayel is like 'probably' but tobari has already prepared in advance for the possibility that one day he might get tired of idol life and tobari needs to have a specific number for raf to have saved up to make sure he never is at risk of being a starving artist................... tobari like 'you can retire comfortably when you hit x amount of dollars and i will not be terrified for you' like a worrywart
not the health drink... truly tobari's horrible lungs persist in every universe. he'll catch the seatbelt after raf is trying to help him put it on, huffing out a breath ]
I got it, Raf. [ even if he finds the assistance endearing...
and then he immediately scowls at the mention of yori ] Same one, but I can't convince her to drop him as a client even though he's an ass. So she still worked with him on his last editorial shoot... but she does good work. It takes skill to take such a putrid person and cover up all his shit.
[ grumble mumble......... yori probably looked great even though he's a BITCH ]
[ this is why tobari gets called mommybari... he can't even complain
tobari is managing his finances, while he is managing tobari's health. despite how resistant he is to schedules in general, and how prone he was to absorbed by his own whims— it's true that he did his best to also ensure tobari was being taken care of. was the venue warm enough? did he bring him an extra heat pack? scarf?
but, maybe it's easier to worry about him, when all his items are so well taken care of. it's why he doesn't think twice about trying to help him with his seatbelt. even if there may be an ulterior motive to it. he has to spice up their relationship (there is no relationship). ]
You say that, but I saw you staring. [ a pout as he releases his hold of the seatbelt as soon as tobari clicks it into place. he settles back into his seat with a small sigh, like he's a pet that's been abandoned all day. ] ... That other shoot you mentioned the other day, don't decline it.
[ he probably yapped about how he wasn't interested and how it had nothing to do with music,
[ raf is so thoughtful… it is what occasionally makes tobari wonder if they could make this work outside of just their tie to each other’s employment… and then he decides that he shouldn’t think about something like that when rafayel is clearly doing all this just to play (lol)
but he is glad that they’re best friends 🥺
and best friends support each other in their pursuits of being sexy. even though tobari also glances at rafayel through the rear view mirror for a second. then he sighs, beginning to drive ]
Of course you can.
[ an easy agreement. fuck yori ]
But you don’t need to take on that work just to compete with him, you know… Once you let him get in your head, he’s already winning.
[ tobari’s solution is to just avoid thinking about yori at all!!!! ]
even if it isn't a lie. even if they weren't romantically involved (once again, delusion), rafayel could easily say that tobari is the person that knows him best. that despite all his complaining, he was always in his corner, ready to support him, even through his mistakes and constant faults. he trusted tobari more than he's trusted anyone, even himself. that doesn't mitigate any of his actual insecurities, nor does it control his moods, but it's there.
when he sees tobari's eyes in the mirror, he tries not to make it obvious that he stares for a second, before looking away. he feigns a certain nonchalance about the whole thing. though, it does almost make him smile when tobari says, "of course you can." he feels his heartbeat a little faster in the moment, before: ]
It's better he's in my head than yours. [ a shrug. ]
I'll outsell him, so you can hold your head high and look forward to it, Mister Manager.
tobari could acknowledge yori's ability to model well, but everything else reeks so badly of nepobaby and being such a shit person that it's hard for him to justify anything else. they used to spend hours together everyday, and every time tobari entertained the idea for five seconds that maybe yori could be decent, it'd be followed up with something else that pissed him off...
it's easier to spend his days focusing on rafayel instead. for all his moodiness and tantrums, rafayel was an artist genuinely earned tobari's respect and admiration. not to mention the fact that somewhere along the way, he became a genuinely important person in tobari's life. someone who he wants to see happy and successful, even outside the expectations of being an idol. ]
I'd rather you not think of him either. [ huffs ] But you'll do fine in the photoshoot if you want to book it. I'll confirm it when we get to today's site.
[ the way that it's probably some sexy concept and tobari's like yeah sure raf's hot he can do it. even if what comes out of his mouth can be nonsense, they don't need to capture that for the ad... ]
there's a shared past between yori and tobari that rafayel feels like he may never comprehend in full. he believes tobari's distaste, but as much as he does, he also has an equal amount of unwavering trust in the idea that tobari would support anyone in the same way. ... and it'd be a lie to state that it doesn't rub rafayel the wrong way.
was it a crime to want to be special in the eyes of your boyfriend?
which might be way that rafayel is already thinking of acting up just a little. but, for now. ] Thanks. [ a small pause, before: ] Then will you help me practice?
[ he cannot refute that all that comes out of his mouth is nonsense, yeah...
this is also tobari's fault for being the [redacted] of all time, even if he isn't actually dating anyone. ]
What, practice fanservice? Or finding your angles?
[ tobari actually thinks rafayel does just fine with fanservice? he does it with tobari all the time and he's not even working? though he supposes that rafayel's style is usually more of the annoying, bratty kind of flirty rather than anything actually sultry or sensual.... ]
Mm... yeah, that should be fine. [ should it. he's not even thinking about this being overly sexy. ] You already have a lot to work with, so it'd probably just be small tweaks...
[ tobari has eyes... rafayel... is hot... he's just also ridiculous and that shatters the illusion but realistically hot people should be goofy otherwise they're just boring ]
[ not him actually analyzing his flirting style...
the misunderstandings only grow, as rafayel wonders if this was the green light for him to be a bit more proactive in their relationship. as far as he was concerns, this was like receiving express permission to seduce him...
in reality, it's work.
but, his mood is already lifted with that promise alone, and he doesn't even consider for a minute it could mean anything different. he hums a little to himself now, seemingly more relaxed than he did seconds ago. the desire to send 45 orders of doordash to him is temporarily quelled. ]
A lot to work with, huh...? Sounds like someone's been looking at me in a strange way. [ lust? ... he wishes. ] I might be scared now. [ yet he sounds incredibly excited as opposed to being in fear. ]
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You're so mean. You didn't even come over last night...
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[ or maybe he had another undisclosed invitation that he didn't mention to rafayel... either way, there's the slightest chance that rafayel might've felt the uptick of tobari's heartbeat from his wandering hands—it feels like raf is getting bolder and bolder everyday?
still, he feels bad just leaving him half on the floor... so he sighs, sliding his arm behind raf's back and then behind his knees, scooping him out of bed by force and then putting him on his feet as a compromise so he's just not dragged and manhandled so rudely. now he's manhandled semi-politely ]
You only have a half day today, so I'll be around tonight.
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regardless, it's probably also a simple fact that he may or may not have been scanning a few other idol's insta pages until the early morning hours, including their private accounts (yori, awayuki, and hinagiku were probably the few he ran to first, but shh). this probably contributes to his lack of sleep, but he doesn't make that obvious.
instead, he focuses on picking himself off the floor with tobari's help. or mostly, tobari's help. it feels strange to be carried by him like that, but he doesn't seem to hate it. if anything, it's the opposite. he smiles a little, even as he makes a show of rubbing some of the sleep from his eyes... like he didn't just feel tobari up. ]
Harassment is a bit much, you know. Especially when you normally can't get enough of me. [ like now, he wants to say, but he doesn't. instead he gives a small nod. he's a bit happy about the half day...
if just because it feels like tobari planned it for the both of them. (delusion)
that said, he's already holding his arms out as if asking for tobari to help dress him. ]
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Think you're still asleep since you're dreaming out loud?
[ but tobari doesn't mind helping to dress raf... but he'll reach up to brush some of his hair out of his eyes ]
Go wash up first. There's drool on your cheek. [ there isn't ] We're changing you into the photoshoot clothes while we're here since there's no changing rooms on site...
[ they have to get creative. tobari will pull away after then, now in full manager mode as he collects the black garment bag that has raf's change of clothes in it as well as the separate bag with their breakfast... if he's lucky he can multi-task to off-set some of the ways that raf slows them down by being a menace ]
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but, maybe in this world, rafayel hadn't spoken to tsuyukusa extensively. less variables for him to consider, especially when he's already lowkey concerned about where tobari's been spending his time. but, since tobari is acting the same as usual, he feels an odd sense of relief from it. ]
Okaaaaay, okay. No need to start nagging, Mommybari. [ he says this, even when he clearly looks pleased. he cracks a small smile as he's already making his way to brush his teeth and wash his face.
when he returns, his face and neck are still wet. this doesn't stop him from invading tobari's personal space again, though. albeit, this time, he does look a bit more interested in what's in all the bags. ]
Oh, isn't this from the new place down the road? When did you have time to get this? [ tobari, your hours... ]
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tobari makes a face at the nickname, but he’s already opening up the breakfast bag and finding a place for it… he’s gotten those fluffy soufflé pancakes for rafayel, topped with white sugar and strawberry pieces. tobari scoops up a perfect bite and feeds it to him, his other hand dipping down to tug off his pajama shirt at the same time. ]
Pants. [ a brief instruction for rafayel to strip himself because tobari has limits, even if just barely. and then to answer his question, ] I’ve already been up for a few hours.
Staff’s nice though. We’ll have to go in person eventually.
[ it’d get them nice publicity… ]
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he opens his mouth and already begins chewing down on the pancakes. in spite of the mint from the toothpaste still strong in his mouth, the tartness of the berries still end up shining through, and he can't help but let out a contented sound. ] Mm, it's just the right amount of sweetness.
[ almost like second nature, he strips down easily with little command. he lets tobari dress him as needed, but half-way through... he does realize that this feels wrong???? shouldn't two people who are dating (debatable) have a little more tension than this?
he looks back at tobari and suddenly grabs his hands. you are allowed to stare, tobari...
or so rafayel's silent gaze seems to be saying. in reality, he probably looks crazy. ]
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but it’s funny that while rafayel is thinking about the importance of ust in their relationship(?), tobari is trying to manage the insane multi-tasking of getting the both of them fed, getting raf dressed, and running a mental timer of how long they have before they leave
and then his hands are seized and he’s being stared at insanely ]
What.
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except, he can only blame himself for relying purely on ( singles inferno voice ) eye contact and banter. jk, his affections on the day-to-day are probably strikingly obvious. you know, aside from tobari himself, who probably thinks rafayel is just permanently on idol mode.
like now when tobari stares and rafayel even gives him a wink.
... when that also doesn't seem to be working, and tobari just gives him that what, his lips easily settle into a slight pout. ] I was trying to give you some extra service. [ he leads tobari's hands to touch over his waist. ] What do you think?
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briefly, tobari's expression teeters into exasperation over the wink and where his hands are guided... okay................... ]
I think....
[ the corner of his mouth quirks up into a smirk—the only warning before he pinches at rafayel's sides and then tickles him relentlessly ]
You become a real problem for me when you get this bored. Come on, finish getting dressed, we need to get in the car.
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Okay, okay!! Sheesh, instead of a bodyguard, you sure you weren't sent to be my assassin?
[ going to finish changing!!! not happily though!!! ]
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That's true, I have enough of your weaknesses memorized to be good at that, too.
[ but then he'll go and take one more bite of their pancakes once the bag is packed and on his shoulder... he brings the styrofoam over to rafayel, scooping up the last perfect bite and holding it up to his mouth ]
Here, last bite. [ and as if he's just thinking about something - ] It's also colder than I thought it'd be outside. I'm gonna borrow one of your jackets.
[ the cheapest and most nondescript jacket that raf has.............. he doesn't want to deal with fans noticing clothes sharing because they insanely would
upon reflection i think you really can't blame raf for thinking they were dating ]
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but, it's hard to stay (fake) mad when tobari is so diligent in preparing his bag for the day. even if the sight is one he sees everyday, he can't help but be taken by the idea that tobari's thoughts are filled with him from day to until night (because it's his job). he zips his jacket, and places his face mask on, only pulling it below his chin to get the final bite of pancake.
however, he only ends up biting into half of it, before pushing the rest back to tobari.
with that settled, he'll then reach from around tobari to pull out a similar jacket to the one he's wearing. the only difference is that rafayel's has a hood. ready for the fans to be insane... their brainrot... our brainrot. anyway, he's already helping tobari put it on before he can say no. ]
Actually, I bought this for you from before, so you don't need to bother returning it.
[ help, it's true... only tobari doesn't know they're dating. everyone else knows. ]
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except he's blinking in surprise when rafayel brings out a jacket for him.... why are they matching........ they don't have time to bicker about this so he'll just slip his arms into the jacket anyway ]
.... I thought I told you to stop spending money on me....
[ do they have this argument in every au. i think so ]
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[ he's probably heard this before and he swiftly decides, he doesn't like hearing it, soooo. ]
Come on, let's head out. Is it okay if I put the accessories on in the car?
[ he's now carefully zipping tobari up, taking his time as he's letting his knuckles touch his body. when he's done, he smiles as he latches the top button over the zipper; tobari zipped up to under his chin is somehow really cute to him. ]
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[ HE CAN'T BE INCONSIDERATE. he doesn't want rafayel to think that it's wasted on him... it's a nice jacket... so he frowns even as he lets rafayel zip him all the way up....
still, he'll reach up to gently pinch raf's cheek before letting go. he's a pain but he's tobari's pain ]
Mm, that's fine. There'll be a makeup artist on set.
[ but he'll grab their bag as well the keys, moving to head out and expecting rafayel to follow. ]
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he gently pushes his shoulder against tobari’s in a petty revenge as he moves past him. though, not before he grabs a drink packet out of the cabinet for tobari. health drink… since it’s cold out, he figures he will need his vitamins and herbal supplements. he tucks it into his jacket pocket as he follows him out.
it’s nice to be able to commute together. while he dutifully moved to sit in the back seat, it’s not without him already trying to help tobari put his seatbelt on from behind… ]
Is it the same makeup artist from last time? They didn’t go back to Yori? [ you thought i wouldn’t mention him here. ntr… ]
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not the health drink... truly tobari's horrible lungs persist in every universe. he'll catch the seatbelt after raf is trying to help him put it on, huffing out a breath ]
I got it, Raf. [ even if he finds the assistance endearing...
and then he immediately scowls at the mention of yori ] Same one, but I can't convince her to drop him as a client even though he's an ass. So she still worked with him on his last editorial shoot... but she does good work. It takes skill to take such a putrid person and cover up all his shit.
[ grumble mumble......... yori probably looked great even though he's a BITCH ]
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tobari is managing his finances, while he is managing tobari's health. despite how resistant he is to schedules in general, and how prone he was to absorbed by his own whims— it's true that he did his best to also ensure tobari was being taken care of. was the venue warm enough? did he bring him an extra heat pack? scarf?
but, maybe it's easier to worry about him, when all his items are so well taken care of. it's why he doesn't think twice about trying to help him with his seatbelt. even if there may be an ulterior motive to it. he has to spice up their relationship (there is no relationship). ]
You say that, but I saw you staring. [ a pout as he releases his hold of the seatbelt as soon as tobari clicks it into place. he settles back into his seat with a small sigh, like he's a pet that's been abandoned all day. ] ... That other shoot you mentioned the other day, don't decline it.
[ he probably yapped about how he wasn't interested and how it had nothing to do with music,
and here he is. flip flopping. ]
If he can do it, I can do it to, you know.
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but he is glad that they’re best friends 🥺
and best friends support each other in their pursuits of being sexy. even though tobari also glances at rafayel through the rear view mirror for a second. then he sighs, beginning to drive ]
Of course you can.
[ an easy agreement. fuck yori ]
But you don’t need to take on that work just to compete with him, you know… Once you let him get in your head, he’s already winning.
[ tobari’s solution is to just avoid thinking about yori at all!!!! ]
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even if it isn't a lie. even if they weren't romantically involved (once again, delusion), rafayel could easily say that tobari is the person that knows him best. that despite all his complaining, he was always in his corner, ready to support him, even through his mistakes and constant faults. he trusted tobari more than he's trusted anyone, even himself. that doesn't mitigate any of his actual insecurities, nor does it control his moods, but it's there.
when he sees tobari's eyes in the mirror, he tries not to make it obvious that he stares for a second, before looking away. he feigns a certain nonchalance about the whole thing. though, it does almost make him smile when tobari says, "of course you can." he feels his heartbeat a little faster in the moment, before: ]
It's better he's in my head than yours. [ a shrug. ]
I'll outsell him, so you can hold your head high and look forward to it, Mister Manager.
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[ mumble grumble...
tobari could acknowledge yori's ability to model well, but everything else reeks so badly of nepobaby and being such a shit person that it's hard for him to justify anything else. they used to spend hours together everyday, and every time tobari entertained the idea for five seconds that maybe yori could be decent, it'd be followed up with something else that pissed him off...
it's easier to spend his days focusing on rafayel instead. for all his moodiness and tantrums, rafayel was an artist genuinely earned tobari's respect and admiration. not to mention the fact that somewhere along the way, he became a genuinely important person in tobari's life. someone who he wants to see happy and successful, even outside the expectations of being an idol. ]
I'd rather you not think of him either. [ huffs ] But you'll do fine in the photoshoot if you want to book it. I'll confirm it when we get to today's site.
[ the way that it's probably some sexy concept and tobari's like yeah sure raf's hot he can do it. even if what comes out of his mouth can be nonsense, they don't need to capture that for the ad... ]
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there's a shared past between yori and tobari that rafayel feels like he may never comprehend in full. he believes tobari's distaste, but as much as he does, he also has an equal amount of unwavering trust in the idea that tobari would support anyone in the same way. ... and it'd be a lie to state that it doesn't rub rafayel the wrong way.
was it a crime to want to be special in the eyes of your boyfriend?
which might be way that rafayel is already thinking of acting up just a little. but, for now. ] Thanks. [ a small pause, before: ] Then will you help me practice?
[ he cannot refute that all that comes out of his mouth is nonsense, yeah...
this is also tobari's fault for being the [redacted] of all time, even if he isn't actually dating anyone. ]
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What, practice fanservice? Or finding your angles?
[ tobari actually thinks rafayel does just fine with fanservice? he does it with tobari all the time and he's not even working? though he supposes that rafayel's style is usually more of the annoying, bratty kind of flirty rather than anything actually sultry or sensual.... ]
Mm... yeah, that should be fine. [ should it. he's not even thinking about this being overly sexy. ] You already have a lot to work with, so it'd probably just be small tweaks...
[ tobari has eyes... rafayel... is hot... he's just also ridiculous and that shatters the illusion but realistically hot people should be goofy otherwise they're just boring ]
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the misunderstandings only grow, as rafayel wonders if this was the green light for him to be a bit more proactive in their relationship. as far as he was concerns, this was like receiving express permission to seduce him...
in reality, it's work.
but, his mood is already lifted with that promise alone, and he doesn't even consider for a minute it could mean anything different. he hums a little to himself now, seemingly more relaxed than he did seconds ago. the desire to send 45 orders of doordash to him is temporarily quelled. ]
A lot to work with, huh...? Sounds like someone's been looking at me in a strange way. [ lust? ... he wishes. ] I might be scared now. [ yet he sounds incredibly excited as opposed to being in fear. ]
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