[ it's probably way more extravagant than what tobari wants because she's gotten SPOILED thanks to SOMEONE and also she's just more lovey than tobari is.... goodbye shioji the way i had to write him out of tobari's life in this au but tobari always keeps his phone number unblocked anyway ]
"Cute"... [ truly he doesn't know why raf uses all these sweet words on him when he doesn't think they suit his aesthetic at all
[ HELP... she is so right for that, though. she's probably so trendy and popular... i am thriving just knowing this. but, the idea of raf and tobari being in a silent war of blocking and unblocking shioji is so funny.
when tobari repeats the word "cute," rafayel just tilts his head?
like? yes? can i help you? ] You can just admit you're excited for our plant children, you know. [ he's going to then rub his fingers on the back of tobari's neck as if to tell him, his makeup is coming off. they should probably pick up the pace.
BUT NOT YVES!!!! yves getting 50 texts like can plants have soda ]
[ it is... surprisingly modest considering it's rafayel. but, mostly because it's clearly meant to hold a more rustic charm. the structure does appear to have kept for hundreds of years, and almost gives a historical vibe. but, it's still incredibly clean and well-maintained in spite of it...
and when they finally trek there after rafayel has been on good behavior (debatable), they are first led to their room. in it, he can see there is a private outdoor onsen, as well as a neat tub in the secondary room... maybe this is bougie in a way. but it definitely does have a more minimalistic vibe.
he figured tobari would prefer this over somewhere annoyingly ostentatious.
[ rafayel is... correct. tobari steps through the place, openly admiring it. he would roll his eyes a little bit more about a space that's too modern and hyper-commercialized... so something like this feels right in the sense that it's still predictably high-class but more understated about it. once it's just the two of them back in the room, tobari will put their bags down before looking over to rafayel—
and he's just blatantly amused at how he's already being stared at for his appraisal. ]
What? Looking for something?
[ he'll tease... but he'll also open his arms to beckon rafayel closer since... sure... he was on... good enough... behavior to still be spoiled ]
[ at tobari's response, he can't help but purse his lips together defensively.
that is, before he does end up opening his arms. rafayel instantly runs into tobari's embrace. ] Nah, I think I found it— [ except in all his excitement... he accidentally pushes straight into him with more force than he intends... is this their shoujo moment. ]
[ IS IT THEIR SHOUJO MOMENT i did roll a dice for whether tobari could catch him and got a 16.... decides to ignore this and says that tobari's foot gets caught against a rug and it makes him less prepared to grab raf
except even then he'll try to take on the brunt of the fall and catch rafayel so he doesn't get bumped too hard anywhere ]
—oi, don't run. [ grumbling!! but also, worried, ] You okay?
tobari, you're delicate... jk, i guess in this au he is healthy (? waits for you to crush my soul?). regardless, rafayel is quick to push himself up, he looks down at tobari, clear concern in his eyes. ] I'm fine, but what about you? It sounded like you landed really hard...
[ he tilts his head a little, as if angling to see if there was any signs of injury or discomfort. ] I didn't mean to...
[ i get tired of tobari being too cool... he is too competent in the game... makes him fail more in this psl on purpose
he's at least healthy enough that a landing like this isn't enough to destroy his organs, i guess. i'll be nice enough to you. either way, he just huffs out an amused breath and leans up to press a kiss to rafayel's forehead since he's looking all concerned ]
You don't need to look at me like I'm fragile. It's nothing. [ maybe it'll bruise a little but it's fine. he'll just squeeze rafayel in return ] The excitement was cute, so I guess I can forgive you.
[ he is competent... so competent they had to nerf him with an awful life
at the kiss on his forehead, he shakes his head a little, as if to focus on tobari instead. stop comforting him when you're potentially injured!!! but, he expression so ease up a little when he doesn't seem hurt.
he lets out a soft exhale, relief laced into his breath. ] Promise? I'll be upset if you're lying... [ he tilts his head, before he also leans in and just lightly presses his forehead against tobari's. acting extra cute since tobari said so... ]
What should I do to make it better? [ is it booboo kissing time ]
[ yea! sometimes a guy needs every fucking nerf in the goddamn book!
but he really is acting extra cute... what the hell is tobari supposed to do with that... he'll just cup rafayel's right cheek with one hand, and then openly leave a doting kiss on the left. ]
Promise. [ this isn't serious enough for him to lie about. he will find something else more devastating to lie about ] But I think it'd be nice for us to get up.
[ off the floor ]
And then we've got some time for me to make good on my word, right?
[ he tries not to make his smile obvious now. especially, since he's supposed to be repenting...
that said, it's hard when tobari is also being so affectionate. it's why he reaches to grab hold of tobari's hand on his cheek and he gives it a small squeeze before releasing. he pushes himself off the floor, and he's quick to try and grab hold of tobari's hands, holding his own palm up. ]
[ sure, rafayel can have his hands. they can get up now with minimal bodily injury to either of them.... since tobari doesn't have medically implanted glass lungs in this au.... for now
but also, ]
I thought about it.
[ don't just admit this ]
... but you were good for three days, so I think it's alright.
[ they are so bad at even temporary long distance ]
but, he does pull up tobari with ease. he even dusts him off, even if there probably is not even a speck of dust in this place. he only stops mid-dusting to give tobari a looK. ]
You really know how to give someone mixed emotions...
[ but with that said, he's going back in for a real hug this time. he's ready to rub his face in tobari's chest like an oversized cat... ]
[ given the way that rafayel rapidly switches between being cute as hell and ragebaiting the everyloving shit out of tobari!!!!!
but he'll accept it easily, even with the nuzzling.... damn he loves cats.... this oversized cat is also sooooooo cute. he wraps his arms around rafayel and lets his fingers card through his hair affectionately, even as he leans down to press a kiss to the tip of his ear ]
Can we at least go to the couch?
[ or find a place to lay down and cuddle.... rafayel really is going to get so spoiled since tobari took a day off and can just focus on him, damn ]
[ he really is being so spoiled already... this shouldn't be allowed
as bold as rafayel was in showing his affection, the small kiss still makes his cheeks a little warm. he looks up at tobari from his chest, and he debates being stubborn for a few more seconds, but he does end up gently pushing tobari towards the couch. his arms still remain glued to him, even if they have to robotically make their way towards it. ]
One trip to the couch coming right up. If you're tired, should I carry you?
[ the way tobari is so resistent to being spoiled and doesnβt have a romantic bone in his body. hilarious. but tobari will just allow for their awkward little waddle over to the couch, glancing over his shoulder to make sure they donβt slip againβ¦
but once the back of his knees make contact, he lets them both ease down onto the couch in a cuddly heap ]
[ while rafayel expects that from tobari, he canβt help but be a little disappointed he doesnβt get to carry him boldly. where is the romance???? where is the yumes cancelling me for having tobari be carried
but, he spares him the struggle of trying— just for today, he decides he will be the good, earnest boy he always claims to be.
he easily slips in, leaning his head on tobariβs chest as he lowers himself a little, sinking into the couch and his boyfriend. ] Well, I am pretty sweaty. But, I donβt want to leave without making our cuddle quota. Just so you know, the manager thinks youβre slacking lately.
[ not the being cancelled.... they really would flail around so stupidly if anyone tried to pick up tobari against his will
they get to avoid that today! instead, tobari will recline back against the couch cushions and shift so that they fit against each other as comfortably as possible—at least this is another form of muscle memory. he huffs out a breath, amused even as his fingers idly play with rafayel's hair, tracing through the soft waves with his fingers ]
I've been caught underperforming at my main responsibility? Damn. [ his 24/7 appointment of being rafayel's boyfriend ] Guess I'll have to put in more hours.
[ said as he lets his fingers trace down the curve of rafayel's ear, under his jaw, and then guides his face up just enough for tobari to leave light kisses all over his face—at any patch of skin he can reach ]
[ HE WOULD BE SOOO CUTE CARRIED!!!!! i stand by this
it's nice to be able to take it easy. but, even nicer to see his boyfriend looking so relaxed. his quiet, gentle breathing paired with the steady beat of his heart. reflexively, he places a hand flat against his chest so he can focus in on the sensation, counting his heartbeats.
though, he is quickly distracted by tobari going along with his bit. ] Yeah, or else you won't get that raise your were promised. [ he inhales softly, as he feels tobari pepper kisses all over his face, and he pulls away just slightly. ]
It's my turn. [ now it's time to straddle him... platonically. ]
[ AWEFLKJAWEFLKJ one day raf can carry him... we can contrive a situation... implants glass lungs in tobari again
and you can use the word platonically but i don't know if it is fitting in this situation
nonetheless, tobari's hands drift to rafayel's waist just to help steady him as he moves, raising a brow slowly. almost in challenge. he is not sure what rafayel is up to but he will allow it... ]
he finds his balance easily with the help. without any further pretense he wraps his arms around tobari's shoulders, leaning in to give him a kiss on his neck, then the bottom of his chin, before he then places a gentle kiss right on his lips. his hands come up to hold both of tobari's cheeks as he kisses him several more times on the lips before pulling back, satisfied. ]
but wow... so many kiss. tobari supposes he's not entirely surprised by it, even though he thought that he was supposed to be the one spoiling raf... but it's also separately cute that rafayel feels like he wants to spoil him back too. his expression softens as he leans into each kiss and even when rafayel pulls back, tobari will turn his head to affectionately press his face into rafayel's palm not unlike a cat asking for more pets... ]
I think I know you best... but I can still end up surprised by your generosity. Wasn't I supposed to be doting on you?
when tobari leans into his touch, he gently rubs his thumb on the side of his face. ] Change of plans. If you're not flexible, you won't be popular anymore. But, you probably know that. [ a hidden complaint. he knows his boyfriend is popular, inserts this into the narrative like itehari. but, it's too bad since he already belongs to him. (toxic) he kisses him on the lips again, but this time to silently claim him.
that said there's a little raise of his brow at the mention of being popular? not you just forcing this on him again... even if he wouldn't deny it! like an asshole! (tsuyukusa voice) these types of guys are so annoying
instead he'll just lean into that next kiss that comes, tilting his head to deepen it since rafayel already said something so strange...
when he pulls back, he still presses a kiss against the corner of his mouth ]
Who cares about being popular... I'm already yours, aren't I? So the only thing that matters if you like how I act or not.
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"Cute"... [ truly he doesn't know why raf uses all these sweet words on him when he doesn't think they suit his aesthetic at all
but ] That doesn't sound like a bad idea.
[ do you know who's good at gardening. yves. ]
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when tobari repeats the word "cute," rafayel just tilts his head?
like? yes? can i help you? ] You can just admit you're excited for our plant children, you know. [ he's going to then rub his fingers on the back of tobari's neck as if to tell him, his makeup is coming off. they should probably pick up the pace.
BUT NOT YVES!!!! yves getting 50 texts like can plants have soda ]
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Behave.
[ UGH. but they can hurry it along... are they at the top of the steps now... how bougie is this place ]
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and when they finally trek there after rafayel has been on good behavior (debatable), they are first led to their room. in it, he can see there is a private outdoor onsen, as well as a neat tub in the secondary room... maybe this is bougie in a way. but it definitely does have a more minimalistic vibe.
he figured tobari would prefer this over somewhere annoyingly ostentatious.
staring at tobari, like did he do good? ]
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and he's just blatantly amused at how he's already being stared at for his appraisal. ]
What? Looking for something?
[ he'll tease... but he'll also open his arms to beckon rafayel closer since... sure... he was on... good enough... behavior to still be spoiled ]
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that is, before he does end up opening his arms. rafayel instantly runs into tobari's embrace. ] Nah, I think I found it— [ except in all his excitement... he accidentally pushes straight into him with more force than he intends... is this their shoujo moment. ]
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except even then he'll try to take on the brunt of the fall and catch rafayel so he doesn't get bumped too hard anywhere ]
—oi, don't run. [ grumbling!! but also, worried, ] You okay?
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tobari, you're delicate... jk, i guess in this au he is healthy (? waits for you to crush my soul?). regardless, rafayel is quick to push himself up, he looks down at tobari, clear concern in his eyes. ] I'm fine, but what about you? It sounded like you landed really hard...
[ he tilts his head a little, as if angling to see if there was any signs of injury or discomfort. ] I didn't mean to...
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he's at least healthy enough that a landing like this isn't enough to destroy his organs, i guess. i'll be nice enough to you. either way, he just huffs out an amused breath and leans up to press a kiss to rafayel's forehead since he's looking all concerned ]
You don't need to look at me like I'm fragile. It's nothing. [ maybe it'll bruise a little but it's fine. he'll just squeeze rafayel in return ] The excitement was cute, so I guess I can forgive you.
[ too easy ]
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at the kiss on his forehead, he shakes his head a little, as if to focus on tobari instead. stop comforting him when you're potentially injured!!! but, he expression so ease up a little when he doesn't seem hurt.
he lets out a soft exhale, relief laced into his breath. ] Promise? I'll be upset if you're lying... [ he tilts his head, before he also leans in and just lightly presses his forehead against tobari's. acting extra cute since tobari said so... ]
What should I do to make it better? [ is it booboo kissing time ]
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but he really is acting extra cute... what the hell is tobari supposed to do with that... he'll just cup rafayel's right cheek with one hand, and then openly leave a doting kiss on the left. ]
Promise. [ this isn't serious enough for him to lie about. he will find something else more devastating to lie about ] But I think it'd be nice for us to get up.
[ off the floor ]
And then we've got some time for me to make good on my word, right?
[ to give rafayel attention... ]
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that said, it's hard when tobari is also being so affectionate. it's why he reaches to grab hold of tobari's hand on his cheek and he gives it a small squeeze before releasing. he pushes himself off the floor, and he's quick to try and grab hold of tobari's hands, holding his own palm up. ]
You weren't taking it back?
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but also, ]
I thought about it.
[ don't just admit this ]
... but you were good for three days, so I think it's alright.
[ they are so bad at even temporary long distance ]
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but, he does pull up tobari with ease. he even dusts him off, even if there probably is not even a speck of dust in this place. he only stops mid-dusting to give tobari a looK. ]
You really know how to give someone mixed emotions...
[ but with that said, he's going back in for a real hug this time. he's ready to rub his face in tobari's chest like an oversized cat... ]
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[ given the way that rafayel rapidly switches between being cute as hell and ragebaiting the everyloving shit out of tobari!!!!!
but he'll accept it easily, even with the nuzzling.... damn he loves cats.... this oversized cat is also sooooooo cute. he wraps his arms around rafayel and lets his fingers card through his hair affectionately, even as he leans down to press a kiss to the tip of his ear ]
Can we at least go to the couch?
[ or find a place to lay down and cuddle.... rafayel really is going to get so spoiled since tobari took a day off and can just focus on him, damn ]
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as bold as rafayel was in showing his affection, the small kiss still makes his cheeks a little warm. he looks up at tobari from his chest, and he debates being stubborn for a few more seconds, but he does end up gently pushing tobari towards the couch. his arms still remain glued to him, even if they have to robotically make their way towards it. ]
One trip to the couch coming right up. If you're tired, should I carry you?
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My legs work just fine?
[ the way tobari is so resistent to being spoiled and doesnβt have a romantic bone in his body. hilarious. but tobari will just allow for their awkward little waddle over to the couch, glancing over his shoulder to make sure they donβt slip againβ¦
but once the back of his knees make contact, he lets them both ease down onto the couch in a cuddly heap ]
Just let me know when you wanna get washed up.
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but, he spares him the struggle of trying— just for today, he decides he will be the good, earnest boy he always claims to be.
he easily slips in, leaning his head on tobariβs chest as he lowers himself a little, sinking into the couch and his boyfriend. ] Well, I am pretty sweaty. But, I donβt want to leave without making our cuddle quota. Just so you know, the manager thinks youβre slacking lately.
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they get to avoid that today! instead, tobari will recline back against the couch cushions and shift so that they fit against each other as comfortably as possible—at least this is another form of muscle memory. he huffs out a breath, amused even as his fingers idly play with rafayel's hair, tracing through the soft waves with his fingers ]
I've been caught underperforming at my main responsibility? Damn. [ his 24/7 appointment of being rafayel's boyfriend ] Guess I'll have to put in more hours.
[ said as he lets his fingers trace down the curve of rafayel's ear, under his jaw, and then guides his face up just enough for tobari to leave light kisses all over his face—at any patch of skin he can reach ]
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it's nice to be able to take it easy. but, even nicer to see his boyfriend looking so relaxed. his quiet, gentle breathing paired with the steady beat of his heart. reflexively, he places a hand flat against his chest so he can focus in on the sensation, counting his heartbeats.
though, he is quickly distracted by tobari going along with his bit. ] Yeah, or else you won't get that raise your were promised. [ he inhales softly, as he feels tobari pepper kisses all over his face, and he pulls away just slightly. ]
It's my turn. [ now it's time to straddle him... platonically. ]
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and you can use the word platonically but i don't know if it is fitting in this situation
nonetheless, tobari's hands drift to rafayel's waist just to help steady him as he moves, raising a brow slowly. almost in challenge. he is not sure what rafayel is up to but he will allow it... ]
Your turn? For what exactly?
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he finds his balance easily with the help. without any further pretense he wraps his arms around tobari's shoulders, leaning in to give him a kiss on his neck, then the bottom of his chin, before he then places a gentle kiss right on his lips. his hands come up to hold both of tobari's cheeks as he kisses him several more times on the lips before pulling back, satisfied. ]
If you have to ask, maybe you don't know me.
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but wow... so many kiss. tobari supposes he's not entirely surprised by it, even though he thought that he was supposed to be the one spoiling raf... but it's also separately cute that rafayel feels like he wants to spoil him back too. his expression softens as he leans into each kiss and even when rafayel pulls back, tobari will turn his head to affectionately press his face into rafayel's palm not unlike a cat asking for more pets... ]
I think I know you best... but I can still end up surprised by your generosity. Wasn't I supposed to be doting on you?
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when tobari leans into his touch, he gently rubs his thumb on the side of his face. ] Change of plans. If you're not flexible, you won't be popular anymore. But, you probably know that. [ a hidden complaint. he knows his boyfriend is popular, inserts this into the narrative like itehari. but, it's too bad since he already belongs to him. (toxic) he kisses him on the lips again, but this time to silently claim him.
that meme where no one is stealing him... ]
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that said there's a little raise of his brow at the mention of being popular? not you just forcing this on him again... even if he wouldn't deny it! like an asshole! (tsuyukusa voice) these types of guys are so annoying
instead he'll just lean into that next kiss that comes, tilting his head to deepen it since rafayel already said something so strange...
when he pulls back, he still presses a kiss against the corner of his mouth ]
Who cares about being popular... I'm already yours, aren't I? So the only thing that matters if you like how I act or not.
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