[ he really doesn't need soothing!! he's just pretending to be rafayel who always needs soothing!!! even with that said, he leans briefly into the touch of his hair because he liked the scalp massage from earlier...
and then he pulls back and turns his face just so he can nip at rafayel's hand. he'll sit up properly after that, patting rafayel's knee consolingly as he untangles himself... ]
I'm pretty sure I got the spirit.
[ the funny thing is that tobari does think rafayel is cute... extremely cute... while also being a nuisance ]
Hey. [ he has composure!! even if it's mostly when tobari isn't looking, and in the specific scope of his job. but, surely that counts for something!!! that said, when he feels the nip, he draws his hand back instinctively. sheesh. ]
Nah, that spirit was broken. I mean, you could have made me seem cooler. Sexier? [ he reaches to grab tobari's arm to steady him, but also to pull him up on the couch beside him so they can finally get to eating. ]
[ not the cooler or sexier... tobari huffs out an amused breath as he gets pulled back up to the couch. now it's his turn to muss and fuss with rafayel's hair, ruffling it annoyingly because they're in his apartment for the evening and tobari doesn't have to care about his perfectly immaculate appearance! if anything, he thinks rafayel is cuter when he's all soft and undone like this... ]
Let's not get ahead of ourselves. You have your own charm and I think I know it best.
[ AFTER SPENDING SO MANY DAMN HOURS WITH HIM!!
but he'll go to get the food now. sushi!! with their orders and bring it to the coffee table with napkins and utensils ]
[ he puts his hands up weakly trying to grab tobari's wrist to stop him from fluffing his hair. ]
This is bullying, you know... [ but, it's a complaint that probably isn't that convincing since he's already dropping his hands back to his side. easy. when tobari goes to grab the napkins, he's already grabbing another cushion so he can also eat closer to the coffee table.
although, he also makes it a point to put a pufferfish plushie close to tobari's side. his way of showing him he's mildly annoyed with him. ]
even though he's also confused at the pufferfish plushie.... why is he in trouble again...
well, he at least tries to be mindful of rafayel's moods so he'll pick it up and put it into his lap for safekeeping? and then reach over to pick up one of rafayel's rolls, guiding it up to his mouth to feed him ]
that said, he can already feel the tips of his ears grow hot at the sudden statement. even if he knows it's not, it feels like a private confession that's just reserved just for him; a secret that they can divulge only within this space. in turn, it makes rafayel feel like he can also be just as expressive about his feelings and all the desires he keeps on lock.
and so, even as he leans in to take a bite, he can't help but maintain... intense eye contact like the sushi roll might not be the only thing he wants to take a bite of. though, he does back off easily enough, just enough so he can grab some of the sweet shrimp and hold it out to tobari. ]
Trade? [ a tilt of his head as he chews and swallows down his piece. ] I'll work even harder so I can take care of you.
[ . . . ? that's a lot over a sushi roll. tobari is halfway to asking what rafayel wants from him before he's being offered some sweet shrimp... he'll take that bite then anyway. ]
... I don't remember asking for that. There's nothing extra you need to do. You already work plenty.
I know, but I want to. I have to think about our future...
[ he knows that might be a heavy topic to drop on tobari when they haven't even kissed yet, but he says it anyway. only because he wanted to show his own conviction about their relationship. he didn't see it as temporary or fleeting. he wanted it to be forever.
which means, he'd also have to make sure he created an environment in which tobari would be comfortable quitting his job. ... if just because he's also selfish and can't envision a life where tobari would be anyone else's manager.
he looks back up at him and he reaches over just to hold his curl his pinky around tobari's. ]
Anyway, starting tomorrow we'll be busy again, right? Try not to stress out too much. If you need a break, or a place to relax, you know you always have it with me. [ ... even if he may also contribute to his stress, but they don't need to acknowledge that. ]
tobari tilts his head, a little confused already. it's true that he didn't think that their friendship would end just because tobari's appointment at rafayel's manager might, but it's strange to think that word might be applied...? it's not like they're dating or engaged....?
even if tobari does think that, whenever rafayel does retire, it's not impossible. sometimes it felt like they were already close enough—but he's never bothered to openly show interest or anything since they have to be so careful about rafayel's image. tobari would sooner shoot himself, as both fan and manager, than let rafayel ever suffer from his own carelessness.
meanwhile raf is starting dating rumors about them for the love of the game ]
... I should be saying that to you. [ tobari just sighs, even as he lets his pinky curl back around rafayel's. and then he can answer honestly: ] As long as you're alright, so am I. So tell me if you ever start to get too tired or if you need more time. I'll figure it out.
I won't have any problems as long as you don't either.
[ it's so funny how tobari is like but i've shown no interest
when rafayel can only misinterpret his drive and his proximity as just that. just seconds ago, he was claiming he was the only one capable of bullying and spoiling him, so he'd say he was pretty justified in thinking he was special. ... and he liked that. for all their relationship lacked physically (help), he was more than satisfied with how much attention tobari poured into him.
... and of course, he was the same.
regardless, it still feels nice to get that touch of reassurance as tobari's pinky links around his for a moment. ]
Soooo that's permission for me to whine and complain as much as I want, yeah? [ he's kidding. for all he does complain, it's true that he had no issues with the schedule tobari sets. he knows he only does as much as he should feasibly be able to handle.
though, he is not looking forward to keeping up with dance lessons and the gym. yuck.
though, that does remind him... ] After we eat and watch an episode, you're still going to help me with posing, right?
[ it's so funny because tobari is overprotective of rafayel so if anyone bullied him, tobari would beat their ass. but if they spoiled rafayel, that would also be a problem for tobari because he'd get so used to the attention, so tobari would still beat their ass. it's pragmatic.
even if it's also just a little bit possessive... as his manager. rafayel means a lot to him—he could be argued as the reason that tobari got up in the morning or why he was so diligent with his work. he's just... also his favorite person. even if he's also a headache.
this is coming up again as tobari is resuming eating, even picking up the remote from wherever rafayel left it so he can restart this detective drama from the beginning... he just wasn't paying attention. ]
Ah? Oh, right. [ he nods ] That shoot won't be for a few weeks... but we can go over it, if you want. Some of my mom's old contacts used to do gravure too...
[ why do all roads lead to beating their ass… that said, it isn’t as if rafayel would easily permit himself to be bullied or spoiled by just anyone either. he would like to think they’re aligned in that regard. not just anyone could come between an idol and their competent manager/bodyguard.
but contrary to their roles, rafayel is equally protective of tobari. outside of jealousy, maybe that’s why he can’t bring himself to be particularly kind to yori…
the only one allowed to tobari’s permanent headache is him.
speaking of headaches, rafayel does study tobari’s seemingly stoic expression for a moment. per usual, he gives no notable signs of… excitement? rightful anticipation to see his boyfriend half naked? hmmmm…
he hums quietly to himself as he takes another piece of sushi roll. ] Then it looks like I’ve come to the right person. Besides, hasn’t anyone told you, you kind of also…? [ give off a seductive vibe? or is this fueled by his own thirst and tobari’s ill-timed flirting? much to consider… ]
yori really did almost make tobari quit except he never did because that would mean that yori won... that's toxic, baby!
rafayel looking for any excitement from tobari is funny, though... he's almost impossible to seduce for a lot of reasons—maybe being desensitized to hot people after being surrounded by idols do that. he's in the middle of eating another bite of his own sushi when rafayel makes his hilarious statement... when he finishes eating, he huffs out an amused breath. there's a slow raise of his brow coupled with an intentionally alluring smile, eyes bright with mischief as he leans in as if to better capture rafayel's words. tobari has been told since he was young that he was blessed with a nice face, and he's not unaware of himself.
if anything, he's too aware of himself and uses this to be a problem? ]
I also...?
[ why is he making rafayel say it. talk about ill-timed flirting ]
[ why does tobari use his good looks for evil, i ask even if you already typed the answer
logically, rafayel should have seen this coming. but, as it stands, his brain space was more occupied seducing tobari than... well, having it done to him. to begin with, rafayel had zero defense when it came to him, but this is especially the case now as his eyes look to his lips, then his eyes, and— ] I...
[ he is speechless for a moment as he takes a larger gulp than he intends...
he opens his mouth again, only for him to...
drop this piece of sushi onto his lap... no.... this was his favorite room wear? ]
tobari laughs, like an awful person, amused by this loss. he’s also reaching out to grab a napkin and put it in rafayel’s hand because he’s not forward enough to get that sushi for him… ]
it takes him a second to recalibrate, and once he does, he's already grabbing onto tobari's wrist. ] Who are you calling easy? [ this is your boyfriend????? (in theory) but, he's this is where he is going to try and wrestle tobari's hand to pick the sushi off his sweatpants. ]
Also, nope. Not letting you go anywhere until you clean up the mess you made.
[ he ate the sushi that was rolling on his lap???? damn
that's true intimacy. he looks a little surprised, but then he huffs out a little in humor. ] You kicked up so much of a fuss for someone who was just going to put it in his mouth? [ but, also... he's feeling shy knowing tobari touched him there.
so he's going to let go and also turn his legs away. ] I'm not sushi, you know. You can't eat me.
isn't sure if this was meant to be sexual? he has no dating experience and he can't tell, and so he just stares at tobari like he just told him he's an alien who was here to idk probe him. ] ...?
[ he then ends up tucking his legs a little further away.
... and grabbing a tray of one of the rolls and pulling it closer to himself protectively. perv. ]
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[ he really doesn't need soothing!! he's just pretending to be rafayel who always needs soothing!!! even with that said, he leans briefly into the touch of his hair because he liked the scalp massage from earlier...
and then he pulls back and turns his face just so he can nip at rafayel's hand. he'll sit up properly after that, patting rafayel's knee consolingly as he untangles himself... ]
I'm pretty sure I got the spirit.
[ the funny thing is that tobari does think rafayel is cute... extremely cute... while also being a nuisance ]
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Hey. [ he has composure!! even if it's mostly when tobari isn't looking, and in the specific scope of his job. but, surely that counts for something!!! that said, when he feels the nip, he draws his hand back instinctively. sheesh. ]
Nah, that spirit was broken. I mean, you could have made me seem cooler. Sexier? [ he reaches to grab tobari's arm to steady him, but also to pull him up on the couch beside him so they can finally get to eating. ]
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Let's not get ahead of ourselves. You have your own charm and I think I know it best.
[ AFTER SPENDING SO MANY DAMN HOURS WITH HIM!!
but he'll go to get the food now. sushi!! with their orders and bring it to the coffee table with napkins and utensils ]
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This is bullying, you know... [ but, it's a complaint that probably isn't that convincing since he's already dropping his hands back to his side. easy. when tobari goes to grab the napkins, he's already grabbing another cushion so he can also eat closer to the coffee table.
although, he also makes it a point to put a pufferfish plushie close to tobari's side. his way of showing him he's mildly annoyed with him. ]
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[ bold statement
even though he's also confused at the pufferfish plushie.... why is he in trouble again...
well, he at least tries to be mindful of rafayel's moods so he'll pick it up and put it into his lap for safekeeping? and then reach over to pick up one of rafayel's rolls, guiding it up to his mouth to feed him ]
And only I'm allowed to spoil you.
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that said, he can already feel the tips of his ears grow hot at the sudden statement. even if he knows it's not, it feels like a private confession that's just reserved just for him; a secret that they can divulge only within this space. in turn, it makes rafayel feel like he can also be just as expressive about his feelings and all the desires he keeps on lock.
and so, even as he leans in to take a bite, he can't help but maintain... intense eye contact like the sushi roll might not be the only thing he wants to take a bite of. though, he does back off easily enough, just enough so he can grab some of the sweet shrimp and hold it out to tobari. ]
Trade? [ a tilt of his head as he chews and swallows down his piece. ] I'll work even harder so I can take care of you.
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... I don't remember asking for that. There's nothing extra you need to do. You already work plenty.
[ no need for burnout!! ]
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[ he knows that might be a heavy topic to drop on tobari when they haven't even kissed yet, but he says it anyway. only because he wanted to show his own conviction about their relationship. he didn't see it as temporary or fleeting. he wanted it to be forever.
which means, he'd also have to make sure he created an environment in which tobari would be comfortable quitting his job. ... if just because he's also selfish and can't envision a life where tobari would be anyone else's manager.
he looks back up at him and he reaches over just to hold his curl his pinky around tobari's. ]
Anyway, starting tomorrow we'll be busy again, right? Try not to stress out too much. If you need a break, or a place to relax, you know you always have it with me. [ ... even if he may also contribute to his stress, but they don't need to acknowledge that. ]
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tobari tilts his head, a little confused already. it's true that he didn't think that their friendship would end just because tobari's appointment at rafayel's manager might, but it's strange to think that word might be applied...? it's not like they're dating or engaged....?
even if tobari does think that, whenever rafayel does retire, it's not impossible. sometimes it felt like they were already close enough—but he's never bothered to openly show interest or anything since they have to be so careful about rafayel's image. tobari would sooner shoot himself, as both fan and manager, than let rafayel ever suffer from his own carelessness.
meanwhile raf is starting dating rumors about them for the love of the game ]
... I should be saying that to you. [ tobari just sighs, even as he lets his pinky curl back around rafayel's. and then he can answer honestly: ] As long as you're alright, so am I. So tell me if you ever start to get too tired or if you need more time. I'll figure it out.
I won't have any problems as long as you don't either.
[ rafayel really is his focus in all things ]
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when rafayel can only misinterpret his drive and his proximity as just that. just seconds ago, he was claiming he was the only one capable of bullying and spoiling him, so he'd say he was pretty justified in thinking he was special. ... and he liked that. for all their relationship lacked physically (help), he was more than satisfied with how much attention tobari poured into him.
... and of course, he was the same.
regardless, it still feels nice to get that touch of reassurance as tobari's pinky links around his for a moment. ]
Soooo that's permission for me to whine and complain as much as I want, yeah? [ he's kidding. for all he does complain, it's true that he had no issues with the schedule tobari sets. he knows he only does as much as he should feasibly be able to handle.
though, he is not looking forward to keeping up with dance lessons and the gym. yuck.
though, that does remind him... ] After we eat and watch an episode, you're still going to help me with posing, right?
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even if it's also just a little bit possessive... as his manager. rafayel means a lot to him—he could be argued as the reason that tobari got up in the morning or why he was so diligent with his work. he's just... also his favorite person. even if he's also a headache.
this is coming up again as tobari is resuming eating, even picking up the remote from wherever rafayel left it so he can restart this detective drama from the beginning... he just wasn't paying attention. ]
Ah? Oh, right. [ he nods ] That shoot won't be for a few weeks... but we can go over it, if you want. Some of my mom's old contacts used to do gravure too...
[ the art of being sexy... ]
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but contrary to their roles, rafayel is equally protective of tobari. outside of jealousy, maybe that’s why he can’t bring himself to be particularly kind to yori…
the only one allowed to tobari’s permanent headache is him.
speaking of headaches, rafayel does study tobari’s seemingly stoic expression for a moment. per usual, he gives no notable signs of… excitement? rightful anticipation to see his boyfriend half naked? hmmmm…
he hums quietly to himself as he takes another piece of sushi roll. ] Then it looks like I’ve come to the right person. Besides, hasn’t anyone told you, you kind of also…? [ give off a seductive vibe? or is this fueled by his own thirst and tobari’s ill-timed flirting? much to consider… ]
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yori really did almost make tobari quit except he never did because that would mean that yori won... that's toxic, baby!
rafayel looking for any excitement from tobari is funny, though... he's almost impossible to seduce for a lot of reasons—maybe being desensitized to hot people after being surrounded by idols do that. he's in the middle of eating another bite of his own sushi when rafayel makes his hilarious statement... when he finishes eating, he huffs out an amused breath. there's a slow raise of his brow coupled with an intentionally alluring smile, eyes bright with mischief as he leans in as if to better capture rafayel's words. tobari has been told since he was young that he was blessed with a nice face, and he's not unaware of himself.
if anything, he's too aware of himself and uses this to be a problem? ]
I also...?
[ why is he making rafayel say it. talk about ill-timed flirting ]
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logically, rafayel should have seen this coming. but, as it stands, his brain space was more occupied seducing tobari than... well, having it done to him. to begin with, rafayel had zero defense when it came to him, but this is especially the case now as his eyes look to his lips, then his eyes, and— ] I...
[ he is speechless for a moment as he takes a larger gulp than he intends...
he opens his mouth again, only for him to...
drop this piece of sushi onto his lap... no.... this was his favorite room wear? ]
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tobari laughs, like an awful person, amused by this loss. he’s also reaching out to grab a napkin and put it in rafayel’s hand because he’s not forward enough to get that sushi for him… ]
Alright, no need to be so easy.
[ lol! ]
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it takes him a second to recalibrate, and once he does, he's already grabbing onto tobari's wrist. ] Who are you calling easy? [ this is your boyfriend????? (in theory) but, he's this is where he is going to try and wrestle tobari's hand to pick the sushi off his sweatpants. ]
Also, nope. Not letting you go anywhere until you clean up the mess you made.
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[ but fine!! he rolls his eyes and picks up the sushi without any hesitation since rafayel's being an annoyance who's welcoming it
he also tosses it into his own mouth. it didn't hit the floor so it's fine ]
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that's true intimacy. he looks a little surprised, but then he huffs out a little in humor. ] You kicked up so much of a fuss for someone who was just going to put it in his mouth? [ but, also... he's feeling shy knowing tobari touched him there.
so he's going to let go and also turn his legs away. ] I'm not sushi, you know. You can't eat me.
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RAFAYEL FEELING SHY ABOUT THIS IS
SO FUNNY AND CUTE
he's so maidenly.......... even tobari is thinking this as he huffs and goes back to eating ]
Wasn't planning on it. You're the one who got worked up over nothing.
[ just a little flirting and he made a mess.... damn ]
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that's tobari's girlfriend (citation needed) but, also rafayel nods at first, before? wait a minute? ]
... Ever? [ ? ] Are you saying you don't think I'd be delicious?
[ what does he want... ]
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[ what is this extremely detailed description ]
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isn't sure if this was meant to be sexual? he has no dating experience and he can't tell, and so he just stares at tobari like he just told him he's an alien who was here to idk probe him. ] ...?
[ he then ends up tucking his legs a little further away.
... and grabbing a tray of one of the rolls and pulling it closer to himself protectively. perv. ]
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he continues to eat ]
Weird reaction to someone insulting you.