Teach me, Teach me

[Genderswap!Josuke Higashikata account. Please be warned there will be potentially triggering themes and ships on this blog. JotaroxJosuke will be quite common.]

[platinumoceans-deactivated20190]

Again, its fine. Of course it’s upsetting but beating myself over it isn’t going to get me anywhere. If she wants to divorce me— I’ll let her. Sometimes things don’t work out and you just have to accept that in life.

[He shrugged, appearing unaffected by his soon-to-happen divorce.]

I’ve never really spoken about my problems to anyone. I never do— I just let go of them and continue walking forward.

[adorararation]

...It’s...that bad, huh? ...If you need somewhere to sleep for a couple of days, I’m sure you could sleep over!

[It was selfish to offer. After all, it wasn’t just for his benefit. ...And that made her feel a little guilty. As he spoke of moving forward, Josuko clenched her fists a little. ...He was always so calm...so cool.]

....So...cool. ...Er...I mean...you just...act so cool sometimes. ...Admirable, I think.

[platinumoceans-deactivated20190]

You’re fine. As long as you have a good opinion about yourself that’s all that matters.

[He seemed to be making an attempt to make her feel better.]

Go ahead. If you want to wear the ears, or eat the candy— do it. Anyways, it’s fine. My wife and I weren’t really doing well from the beginning anyways.

I appreciate the other though. You’re a really kind girl. Mature for your age, slightly.

… I’m fine. Why?

[adorararation]

[It was sweet of him...in an understated way. Especially to do so when he was dealing with what she assumed was an emotional situation. ...But he didn’t seem all that bothered by the crumbling of his marriage. ...She couldn’t help but wonder if it was really so bad or of that was just Jotaro.]

That’s...really nice....whoa. I’m really sorry to hear that.

W--why? I mean...it’s concerning, you know? Even if you say it wasn’t that great from the beginning, it makes me worry I guess. You don’t talk much about stuff that bothers you, so I never know if it’s really messing with you or not.

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You don’t look like you need it, but then again girls always seem to be doing that. Watching your figure that is.

[He noticed her slide the box away with her foot, causing him to raise a brow in question..]

We’re going through a few problems right now. Anyways, I thought you’d want to wear the ears.

[adorararation]

...That’s...really nice of you to say. I’m a little bit chubby, I think.

[Oh no. What a horrible heart-fluttering feeling.]

...Should I? ...Are the ears a little too k-- ...Whoa. Er...sorry to hear, Jotaro. If you need someone to talk to-- ...though I doubt it-- I’m willing to listen.

[....Since he mentioned it, she dug in the box, selecting some white bunny ears and putting them on. ...They were pretty cute. She’d have to write Joseph a nice letter.]

...Are you okay?

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It is Easter. Jolyne’s spending it with her mother and the old man.. he’s spending it with his wife.

I figured he would send you something, he sent me things during Easter all the time.

[He waves his hand in dismissal.]

I have some ears as well. And a bunch of candy— if you’re interested in it, you can have it.

[adorararation]

...Uh...I better not. Trying to watch my figure.

[She was going to put the bunny ears on. ...But maybe “cute girls” weren’t the type Jotaro liked. Slowly, she slides the box away with her foot.]

...How come you aren’t spending time with...er....your wife...and Jolyne?

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platinumoceans

 …I thought he was gonna come over today…

… Are you looking for someone?

...Whoa! You’re here! ...Oh...uh...Mr.Joestar said it’s Easter. ...He also mailed me a box of stuff. ...Marshmallow bunnies. Maybe you should take some! ...And...bunny ears. ...You should take a pair of those too.

[adorararation]

...I thought he was gonna come over today...

[platinumoceans-deactivated20190]

I’m not accusing you of not paying attention, but try to focus a little more. Just making a little bit more of an effort to apply yourself can go a long way.

I’m busy tonight but I can probably help you in the afternoon tomorrow.

— As for your uniform.. I’m sure a few other students will visit so I don’t really see what’s the problem.

[Then again, they’ll probably visit because they’re being made to by their school.]

[adorararation]

...Ah-- ...I mean...it's not like I have much else to focus on. I just don't get the material. ...Tomorrow afternoon then! I'll make sure I'm home right after school.

[...Busy tonight. This was a good chance to dig around a little.]

So-- ...Are you going out tonight with a girlfriend or something, Jotaro?

[platinumoceans-deactivated20190]

As long as you make an attempt that’s all I care about. Anyways, my skills in math aren’t as great as others— but I could help you with your homework if you really need the assistance.

— What you’re wearing right now is fine, honestly.

[adorararation]

That'd be really helpful. Mom would probably be happy I was taking some steps to try and improve too. I have a test coming up soon. So whenever you're free, I'll make time to study with you.

...But it'd be embarrassing to go in my uniform wouldn't it? ...I guess if it's all I have at the time, I'll go in this.

[...In reality, she intended to go shopping the first chance she got.]

[platinumoceans-deactivated20190]

You should be commending yourself as well. The student is equally as important as the teacher— especially when they’re quick-learners. I have a feeling you’re going to go places— just as long as you keep that temper in check.

[Truthfully, he saw nothing wrong with her— this was just a casual conversation between two blood-relatives after all.]

It’s not exactly formal— but it’s not extremely casual either. Just wear whatever you want.

[adorararation]

I can't make any promises about that temper thing. ...And with the way my math grades have been going, I won't be going anywhere except Summer school.

[Good, good. If she talked about school....she could normalize things. Things didn't need to be weird if they talked about non-exciting things.]

...So no sweatpants, but no ballgowns either. Got it.

[platinumoceans-deactivated20190]

…. You’re family. It’s natural for family to help each other out. Even if we’re not around, the old man and I are always here for you.— But even then, I doubt you need us. You’re a strong kid, I know you can do things for yourself and even other people.

[He stepped closer, patting her head a bit.]

Again, it wasn’t necessary— but thanks.

Don’t worry about not knowing much about marine life. We made it so that everything’s easy to understand— I don’t mind explaining things to you either.

[adorararation]

But you've taught me a lot. Mister Joestar too. You've given me a lot of guidance. ...But thanks.

[As she received that friendly pat she stirred. ...What was she doing? ...They were family. He was right. Family. That's all. Her heart sank a little...but she welcomed it. Much better to have one's feet on the ground rather have one's head up in the clouds.]

Mnn, I should probably ask-- I can just wear whatever to the opening, right? It's not a formal occasion, right?

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I appreciate it.

[He paused, blinking in surprise shortly afterwards. Well, that was unexpected.]

A present for me? You should’ve have. Anyways, it’s nothing to be too concerned about. It took me a while to get the hang of wrapping.

— In a week. You have to pay to get in, but I could get you in for free. Think of it as a thanks for that gift.

[adorararation]

I mean...you've helped me out a whole lot. So I really wanted to get you something nice that would be useful to you. Sort of useful, I suppose. ...Maybe I'll get the hang of it.

[She grew a little more nervous the longer she stood there, but tried to give a little grin.]

...Really?! ...Jeez. Thanks, Jotaro. I don't know much about marine life, so maybe you could tell me about the exhibit while we're there!

[platinumoceans-deactivated20190]

I also came because the old man asked me to bring you something— and he wanted to know if you had any holiday pictures he could have.

[From the inside of his coat he pulled out an oddly wrapped present— containing a scarf inside.]

Don’t be too hard on him for the wrapping.

Anyways, the exhibit is open to the public— you can tag along on opening night with me if you’re interested.

[adorararation]

Holiday pictures. Yeah, I'm sure I can scrounge up a few.

[Despite the shoddy wrapping job, she accepted it gladly. A present was still a present, after all. ...She'd have to send Mr. Joestar a hastily written thank you note.]

It's alright. I'm not too good at wrapping stuff either. ...Mom and I actually got you a present too. It's at my house, but I could bring it later.

[It was actually a present just from Josuko. But somehow it seemed to embarrassing to admit she had spent her own money on it.]

...Really? That'd mean a lot to me! When is opening night?

[platinumoceans-deactivated20190]

Josuko. Same to you.

— I’m not exactly here to visit. There’s an exhibit opening up nearby and I’m helping with it. Under water oddities.

[adorararation]

Oh. I see.

[Too bad. She couldn't help but feel a slight bit of disappointment. ...Still, it was nice having him in Morioh.]

Is it open to anyone? I'd kind of like to see it.

[adorararation]

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...Hey! ...Jotaro. It's nice to see you. You're visiting Morioh for a while then?