lave has to hug the first person he sees!
There's nothing interesting going on currently. Lav hasn't really wandered around in a while, and that's what he's currently up to. Completely distracted. He wouldn't mind saying hi to a friend or anything like that. Maybe meet someone new?
//open rp! @corvid-steven @varian-the-unstable-alchemist @bubble-steven @the-plushie-friendships @anyone!
-Denim was relaxing these days, mostly just enjoying his newfound normalcy, walking around, taking care of his home. Nothing extraordinary has happened lately and he appreciates that very much.-
-He found himself walking around before he spotted Lav, purple hair hard to miss. He blinked. Huh. It's been a while since he's seen the guy.-
-He approached him, tapping his shoulder from behind.-
Hey, it's been a while
Considering the events and everything he's been put through over the course of these last couple of years, his reflexes to sudden noises is partially more physical. He wanted to push Denim away almost immediately, but instead found his arms throwing themselves over his shoulders and wrapping him in a very friendly hug.
Oh- uh, hey!! I haven't seen you in a while either!!!
...oh god he didn't get time to see his face before he just threw himself onto whoever this is. He tried turning his face to get a glimpse of whoever this was. The voice sounds familiar, but he doesn't think he's talked to them in a while.
...actually wait. Why can't he pull away from this hug. There's an awkward attempt of him trying to get out of it, but his arms are stuck in place. Denim could hear him releasing some confused noises under his breath.
This is. Going to be. So awkward.
-He flinched at the hug at first, before awkwardly hugging back. He certainly didn't.. expect that. Ok he's going along with it.-
Uhh, how have you been?
-He noticed Lav trying to get out of the hug and he let go. And then Lav didn't let go of him. Ok this is.. mmh.-
Can you.. let go?
-Not used to being touched by people he doesn't know that much. Clearly a bit uncomfortable.-
...nnnno.
He sounded just as uncomfortable now. He's trying his best and he cannot let. Go.
I've been... Okay...
What is this guys NAME?? WHO IS THIS??? He is doing his best to pry away, and he managed to get a glimpse of her face during his attempts, turning his face around to see the features of...
What is your name. Oh my god. And the distance was uncomfortably close that he almost instantly whipped his head back around to avoid ever looking at her again.
It was... Something beginning with D. He remembers that much. It'll come to him, surely.
How... How about you, mate?
-This is going worse than expected. Is he cursed? He's definitely cursed, noticed the second he looked up and their eyes met for a second.-
-He sighed, and then began laughing. This was just, so absurd he couldn't help himselp.-
He felt his face go red, unsure whether he was laughing at Lav or the situation. Either way, HORRIBLY embarrassing. Darcy? Delilah? Derek. Darren? None of these are right.
OKAY YOU KNOW WHAT FORGET IT. JUST DONT. SAY HIS NAME. Not that hard.
He masked his embarrassment and stress with an awkward chuckle as well, laughing along.
Sorry, uh- I really- I can't stop. I didn't even mean to hug you in the first place, I'm so sorry.
-He patted Lav's head. Still giggling a little, definitely laughing about the situation.-
It's alright- Not your fault anyways.
-He stayed silent after this. Just trying to think what to do now that they are literally stuck together.-
He flinched at the feeling of something touching his head, but realised that it was just a hand, relaxing.
He wasn't sure what to say either, instead just continuing to try and pry his hands off of Denim in vain. Eventually, he gave up, signing and resting against him. Well, I mean, it's not too bad. At least he's trapped in a hug instead of torture. This is comfy.
...Darla? Drax. Denmark. Den...
Denim!
He muttered under his breath, although considering how close they were, Denim might've been able to hear it. He's never felt more relieved to remember a name before.
-He was still thinking, blinking when he heard him. He looked down, smiling.-
Yeah?
Oh! Uh, uh... Just thought that uh... Your name sounds nice. Thought I'd. Uh. Say it.
Oh god that's so much worse. You're such a good liar when it counts, but why was THIS YOUR EXCUSE??? This whole interaction is the worst thing ever. He hates dying but can someone just kill him now. Shattering his gem is less painful than this. Look away and it will be like he's not even there. He cannot see you.
-Something about Lav being nervous made him feel giddy. He snickered.-
Aw, that's cute
-He kept looking at him for a moment, and then he talked again.-
So, what do you want to do?
Uh... I don't... Know.
Now when he's struggling, the closer they seemed to get, so he avoided that all together. He's got a death grip on him, yet somehow, it still felt like an awfully nice embrace.
Dear lord, this is all so embarrassing. What have you been up to, actually? Still blasting people's chests?
He giggled, trying to make a joke. Maybe he'll feel less nervous if he just. Acts. Normal???
-Yeah, besides the first few minutes, this was nice. He even ended up resting his arms on Lav's shoulders.-
-He was, a little taken aback by the joke. He clearly doesn't remember that fondly at all. He looked to the side.-
Heh- Uh.. Not really. Sorry about that.
-He forced a laugh.-
Um.. I have a house now.
...oh God why is it EVERY TIME HE TRIES TO MAKE SOME SORT OF DARK JOKE IT BACKFIRES. He never learns his lesson does he??
Okay. Let's just.
Never happened.
That never happened hahaaaa what are you talking about haha.
Uh... Maybe I could go see it? Sometime? After the... Uhm... Hugging is over.
He had given a reassuring squeeze to Denim, trying to show that there weren't any hard feelings. And if that message wasn't perceived, well, the curse did it, not him.
-He noticed the squeeze, smile coming back to him. Good to know-
Yeah, sure. Hope you don't mind japanese food.
I haven't really uh... Tried much of it, actually. Other than like... Sushi and ramen, I guess. I'd be willing to try it!!
He looked up at Denim, forgetting how close they were to eachother, and instead just smiling before quickly retreating to look away. Oh goodness. He's a physical person with his affection and all, but being this close for this long is a bit much for him as well. Especially when he hasn't talked to Denim in so long.
I hope you like it.
-He looked down everytime he felt Lav looking up at him, smiling back. Cute.-
I probably will!! There's nothing I don't eat, hah.
Flashbacks to eating rocks...
Every time Denim looked at Lav, there would be a split second of eye contact before Lav immediately broke it.
This is horrible. When will he be free from this hell. Pleas.e.
He is running out of topics to talk about oh no come on give him good small talk BRAIN!!!!
-Yep, definitely cute.-
What have you been up to?
Uh...
Dying. Death. Being depressed. Got some weird ass grey entity live in his head to make him more depressed. Nothing has happened recently that seemed like a good talking point. Getting engaged maybe?? But that was AGES ago, so...
Nothing much. Uh, just, been a bit... Hectic recently, heh...
Fair..
-He asked, could definitely tell he was hiding something but! He doesn't have any reason to pry. Respecting boundaries, yay.-
-The only bad thing is that he's running out of things to talk about.-
Ah. They're both not sure how to keep up with the conversation. Damnit.
Uh... Who else have you met around here, actually? You've been around for a while, I'm sure you've met some fun people!!
Um...
-How does he explain that he's been romancing every single person he's met? Easy, by not mentioning it at all!!-
I haven't met a lot of people but uh- There's Crow and Slate... and then I don't remember the names of other people.
-He hasn't exactly been out of his house as much. Not exactly a social guy.-
Oh, uh, you met Crow?? That's good! I'm glad you've met him, haha, he's uh... He's a sweetheart.
Okay, so that's someone they can talk about! Crow! His husbirb should not be too difficult to talk about. If anything, it'll be more difficult to get him to shut the fuck up about him.
-Oh, so they know each other. He smiled warmly, thinking about Crow's smile.-
Yeah...
he's.. cute.
-He has no idea that they are together.-
Yeah, he is... He's really sweet as well. And he's like- he's genuinely the nicest person I've ever met? He's just- argh, he's so- yknow???
He can't even word his feelings. It's clear he's gushing, or at least, attempting to, instead just making a series of affectionate noises with no real meaning.
I know! It's just.. his smile is so- hnng and- yeah!
-Are they bonding over how much they like Crow? Yeah, yeah they are.-
Yeah!!! You get it!!!
Hang on a second. If he gets it, that means...
Are you one of Crow's partners??
-Denim paused, partners..? But that- Ok he's processing stuff right now. Ok.. alright. He's blushing a little now, his turn to be flustered, chuckled a bit.-
Uh... It's a um- work in progress actually.
He giggled at the comment.
Right, so you're crushing? Is that the idea here?
-He scratched the back of his head, before resting his arms on Lav's shoulders again-
Yeah, pretty much.
Can't blame you... Uh, feel free to uh, talk to me about it. Whenever.
He loves watching romance play out. A guilty pleasure, if you will. Although he's always been one for cheesy romance.
Uh- Yeah, sure.
-To be honest, who doesn't like watching romance play out? Haha-
...a couple of seconds of awkward silence, before Lav let out a sigh. Or a groan? Just an exasperated noise.
When is this going to end?? I've never had a curse like this last this long. Normally it's like 2 minutes or something, this is... This is just getting ridiculous. I'm sorry, this is probably the last thing you were expecting today.
-Denim chuckled, sure he was getting a little tired from all the close contact from someone he barely knows, but-
It's alright man, uh- you only have to hug me right? maybe I can pick you up or something? So that we can move around at least? I have to buy some stuff at the store so maybe we can do something while we wait this out.
Uh... I mean, you can do, but I'm heavy as hell sometimes. Oh, wait, maybe I could...
He thought to himself for a second...
Okay, wait, bear with me.
He started to glow. And it looks like his body is pure light. BECAUSE HE'S SHAPESHIFTING! But this is probably very strange to Denim!! He has essentially just... Shrunk. Like... Palm sized. And he is latching on to the front of Denim. It looks like a toddler's pathetic attempt of a hug due to the size difference, but hey, a hug is a hug, right? He's currently holding on to Denim's shirt, but he could probably be attached literally elsewhere if you drag him. Shoulder Lav is always a possibility.
Does this work?? Sorry uh, I just, I didn't want you lugging me around everywhere if I could make life easier for you. I mean, unless you want to? But uh-
Oh my god why would you say that. Does that have implications?? It sounds like it does?? He doesn't want it to have implications???
Someone just wipe his memory after this please. Put him back in the amber. He would rather that than sustain another conversation as awkward as some of the stuff mentioned today.
-Denim stared at Lav glowing, and then snickered. He's seen people who can shapeshift before, not like Lav though, but he's somewhat familiarized with it. He chuckled when he was suddenly.. really small.-
-He smiled, putting a hand below him, yeah dragging him to his shoulder might be for the best. He can't deny its funny seeing Lav latched to his chest though.-
Hey, it's alright, I don't mind-
-He is refusing to overthink what he said. He can tell he's embarrassed and he doesn't want to make things more awkward.-