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 ]
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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 ]