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Prompto Argentum of Final Fantasy XV
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︱▶ BETTER TO TRY & FAIL THAN NOT TRY AT ALL!
Prompto Argentum of Final Fantasy XV
Written by latte.
︱▶ can also be found @nievea ! ︱▶ verses / tags / headcanons tba ︱▶ please read guidelines below!
@lucisol unfaithful
"Story of my life: searching for the right, but it keeps avoiding me."
❝ well.. the solution is OBVIOUS! ❞ a breath. ( he thinks he's so funny ) ❝ turn your head the other way! ❞
Of course Joshua is exhausted; he can feel it in his bones. However, he refuses to give up. As long as they need to keep fighting, he will. He always pushes himself as much as he can, and this time is not an exception. He will never forgive himself if something bad happens to Prompto because of him. He can tell from the look on his friend's face that he's not convinced, but Joshua decides to not say anything about it.
"Thank you." He still says as Prompto allows him to lean on him. Hopefully, they will reach Lestallum quickly. He nods, summoning his little fireball over them. "I hope it will be enough." He pauses for a short moment. "My apologies, Prompto. I should get better soon. When I cough like this, I always need a moment, but it will not last. Trust me."
THE LIGHT WAS HELPING ENOUGH. smaller hoards approached, he was able to shoot them from a distance ⸻ grateful was he for that. it he was able to remain his hold on Joshua. he looks to the light momentarily ⸻ how reminiscent was it of the sun. in the short year that the world had been plunged into darkness, things had gotten so bad. Lestallum was a haven, sure... but for how much longer? they approach the city. once within the light he nods for Joshua to stop expending his energy. he allows him rest on a bench before trekking towards a medic.
❝ You know your body best, but... you're not from around here, right? what if... I dunno... your body handles itself differently? don't wanna send ya' back more broken. ❞ a pause. a gentle smile. ❝ but thanks for your help. it was gettin' kinda bleak out there for me.. heh. ❞
it wasn't every day that tidus could show off his abilities, and all the better that prompto was just as eager as he was ! the bleach blond briefly wondered if prompto would even be able to catch him in midair without him seeming blurry, but if anyone was going to be able to pull it off, it'd be him. giving the other a thumbs up and giving himself a quick pep talk, he jogged back to get himself a running head start. dashing across the small space before launching into the air, tidus tucked his arms in with practiced ease as he spun around a surprising amount. while he didn't have much in the way of magic, he supposed training and playing in a water sphere allowed him to have more air time than most. landing gracefully on his feet, he gave the other a bow before rushing over to him.
❝ so how was that ? pretty cool, right ? ❞
HE PROBABLY TOOK A THOUSAND photos! ( okay, that's a BIT dramatic ) he was far too concerned with missing a SECOND. he had always admired BURST SHOTS! now, he ( hopefully ) had his very own to add to his ever-overflowing portfolio! he gives a CRISP high five to Tidus, grinning from ear to ear before pulling up his work.
❝ DUDE ⸻ you're INCREDIBLE! ❞ he's definately yelling. ❝ you're gonna HAVE to show me how to do that later. I gotta surprise the rest of the guys with NEW SKILLS! ❞
so the flipping ensues ⸻ some were blurry, some were unusable. but then there's THE. ONE. he displays it proudly. Tidus in the air, the most confident of grins on his face. it was the best angle by far. it showed his incredible & bizarre talent. he himself has never wanted to try anything so badly before in his life.
❝ You look AWESOME! I'm gonna have to give ya' so many copies! ❞ perhaps with his signature? he's always wanted to do that.
a soft love. a sweet love. a safe love.
𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗬 𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟, torn between exasperation and amused preening. The question is familiar⸻achingly, exhaustively familiar⸻and his answer is the same every time it's asked; but there is no denying the part of himself that is immensely pleased by the unveiled fascination in Prompto's voice, a stroke to his ego that he'll never be able to reject or ignore. Ultimately, as always, his pride takes precedence over all else, and can't quite bar the smirk from his lips.
❝ Comes with the mako enhancement. Along with these. ❞ He taps a finger just under his right eye, where the vivid green of mako glows faintly in their depths.
HE PROBABLY LOOKS A LITTLE silly as his brain attempts to gather understanding. was MAKO a word? it sure didn't sound like one. ❝ ....mako? what the heck is that? ❞ though he must admit he's quite glad that the question didn't come with a sarcastic answer. he goes back to gawking at the sword instead of trying to understand the importance of GREEN EYES. Now he knows of two people that can somehow wield something THAT large as if weighs nothing. ( he had tried to pick up Gladio's sword once ⸻ tried. his arm was sore for weeks. )
❝ so... you've got this funny thing called Mako? that's all I need to use one of those? ❞ a pause. ❝ what does having green eyes have to do with it? ❞
His happy-go lucky disposition was infectious, causing a wide grin to pull along rose-tinted lips as they ran.
"Oh, it's alright." she giggled, not at all bothered by his eagerness. "I could always opt for a shorter dress."
Cheeks blossomed a soft crimson as lips graced the top of her hand. Prompto always acted oh-so-romantic. It was almost like he was a character she'd read about in her romance-fantasy books.
"I believe you, your photography skills prove you have an eye for beauty."
And then lips pursed thoughtfully. "But even if they were all wilted, I'd still be so pleased to see them, because you ... would be at my side. Even on my cloudiest of days, you manage to bring sunlight"
Her words weren't of flattery but of true genuine meaning.
WITHOUT FAIL SHE ALWAYS brought a tint to his cheeks. so red, so apparent! he'd gotten used to it ⸻ even when they were children, each word that came in his direction was laced with sweetness. filling his ears with her melodioc voice making him crave the sound of it more. he hoped he'd always be fortuante enough to listen to her. ❝ a shorter dress? I'd like to see it! somethin' simple for a date. maybe we can go to the town over. have a day out! ❞
WHILE THE FORMAL ATTIRE always suited her well, he wished that she was allowed more times of being simple. of being FREE. even in school was she to be dressed better than the other girls surrounding her. oh how it made her such an easily identifiable target for gawking & constant bugging. she always handled it with such grace ⸻ if it were him in that situation his head would have likely exploded. ( though, when they first met he was a COMPLETELY different Promopto ⸻ )
THE HILL COMES INTO VIEW and he grins. the sun was still moments before setting. within his bag he'd packed a blanket & snacks. he thought of everything BUT a change of clothes. as they approach the top, he'd let go of her hand to quickly slip behind her. he'd taken his hands & brought them to her eyes. he'd become her guide up the remainder of the hill.
❝ ready? alright... three... two... one! ❞ arms fall to her waist, looping them around to hold her tight against him. his chin comes to her shoulder whispering quietly within her ear. ❝ nothin' quite like it, right? ❞
"You deserve more than this, Prompto." She spoke softly, gaze unable to meet his.
"I cannot .... guarantee our future ... perhaps it's best for the both us ... if we forget everything ....."
HE'S COMPLETELY STOPPED IN HIS TRACKS. something had been eating at her, he had wished to find out what it was. however ⸻ he had not expected this response. the look on his face became serious. he had no idea how to react to her words. he chose to wait. to compose himself. he immediately felt anger. not at her but their situation. HE'D BE A FOOL to think that this conversation would never come to pass ⸻ but he had not expected it so soon.
HIS HANDS COME TO GRASP HER SHOULDERS. delicately still, despite the panic he felt within. he knew the state of their relationship bothered her deeply ⸻ HELL, it bothered him, too. but for HER, he'd do ANYTHING. they were made to sneak around. find free time with one another ⸻ AND THAT DIDN'T COME EASY ⸻ he was training. she was occupied. he finds it so ridiculous that she's unable to find love in her life because she'd been PROMISED to someone that DOESN'T EXIST. he's certain of it. how could someone who exists leave her for all this time?
❝ where the hell is this comin' from, Sarah? have you heard somethin'? ❞ he's pleading for an answer. ❝ what would make you say somethin' like this? ❞
HE FINDS HIMSELF BOTHERED by the fact she said to FORGET. how could he do that? he's been IN LOVE WITH HER for so long ⸻ to forget her he would have to forget his whole life. he knew the risks, though. but he was willing to fight for her. whenever she was ready. but he did NOT expect her to not be ready. he didn't expect her to give up, either.
HE HAD BEEN TAKING HER BACK to her room. late at night. no one would see them, no one would hear them. but he scratches that. taking her to their usual hiding place. a room on the farther end ⸻ one that was hardly ever used. he locks the door behind him. tilts her head upward, making her look him in his teary eyes.
❝ we're not doin' that. don't ever say that. there is no better than you. without you I have nothing. ❞ a breath. pulling her into an embrace so tight. ❝ you deserve better than this fate. I'm gonna get you out of it. you'll see. it'll be you n' me forever. I promise. ❞
prompto's enthusiasm is contagious, and while he already had plenty of energy, he couldn't help but be spurred on by the other's questions and excitement. the question of air time especially makes excitement bloom under his skin, and he nods his head easily. ❝ that'll be a piece of cake ! you're gonna be totally floored. just let me move back a little so i can get some speed, just give me the signal when you want me to go. ❞ jogging a few feet to the side, he gave the blond a thumbs up before getting into a running position. he was all too happy to show off his skills, especially when someone else was as eager as him and could get some cool pictures out of it.
THIS WAS SO FUN he's forgotten that safety was most definitely a thing they should be worried about. was this smart? no. was this cool? yes. so OBVIOUSLY it was the best thing to do with their free time. he's wondering how it's even possible. try as he may, he can't quite DEFY GRAVITY. not like Noctis, with all his cool absorbed abilities. ( or freakily absorbed, he's not quite sure what to think of it. ) he finds himself sliding on the ground, doing cartwheels or something ridiculous ⸻ but nothing in the air. that wasn't in his skillset. he'd probably break an arm or a leg if he tried. but maybe he'd study Tidus's form. perhaps a lesson would come after the display.
HIS HAND RAISES AFTER A MOMENT, signaling him as if he were off in a race. camera readied. ❝ this is gonna be AWESOME! ❞
"Wait, truly? You'll take me?" dainty hands clasped together and a delighted smile curved upon rose-tinted lips.
It wasn't often she had the opportunity to do such things! Obligations kept her close to home but if she understood Prompto correctly... the location of those flowers weren't too far off.
"You're saying we should leave right now then? As in... this very minute?"
Her guards may not have liked the idea of her running off but it wouldn't take much convincing. (she hoped) Besides, her blond companion wasn't someone that would intentionally put her in a dangerous situation.
Sarah was certain of that. "let's make haste then!"
OFF THEY GO, THEN! he finds his heart LEAPING out of his chest with excitement. of course he has to act natural ( WHATEVER THAT MEANS ) until they're out of sight. once the gates shut behind him they're FREE! eyes let go of them ⸻ reluctantly ⸻ the world was theirs! most importantly, it was hers. how wonderful did it feel to free her from obligations. from watchful eyes. he worked so hard in training everyday to ensure that one day he didn't need permission to do this.
HE WAS SO EXCITED THAT he wasn't aware of how fast he was moving. he reminded himself that the faster they went, the shorter their time together. so he BREATHES. turning back with a silly grin, apologetic eyes. taking her hand. a kiss is pressed to her knuckles. ❝ keep forgettin' that your dress is so long you can't run with me! next time I'll have to sneak ya' a change of clothes! ❞ but oh will she look SO STUNNING in those flowers. yet they would not compete with her beauty.
THE GRIP ON HER HAND was gentle, yet firm. afraid if he let go she'd slip away forever. the sun gradually went down, but it was not quite yet peak sunset just yet. he'd get her there just in time. he had to.
❝ just wait until you see it! it's a whole FIELD! maybe we'll take some home... build you a bouquet! ❞
Gently holds his hand ~
HE STEELS HIMSELF IN THIS MOMENT. the walk around the gardens had been a BREATH of fresh air. accompanying her as opposed to some stuffy guard ⸻ he never gets this opportunity often. being so clumsy, a bit SILLY had disadvantages. but it made her giggle. it made her smile. OH BOY did he LOVE that smile. that laugh. it was INFECTIOUS. it caused his heart to SKIP A BEAT. so it's natural for his heart to LEAP, his cheeks to DARKEN. his fingers so easily intertwined with hers ⸻ so dainty & so smooth in contrast to his rough battle worn ones. a breath before speaking. ❝ you know... suns not settin' for a bit longer.. whattya say about another lap? I'll eat the consequences! can't be too bad this time... heh. ❞
Prompto was the embodiment of a warm summer day! Though his lack of proper etiquette may have been considered offensive to some, Sarah thought it endearing!
"Why, I'd love to take a look. Your photography skills are always something to behold. dainty hands accepted the device, ensuring to handle it with care.
Her gaze lingered on the screen and with each photo she saw her smile grew wider and wider!
"Oooh, these are so very lovely! I'm not sure I've even seen some of these sorts of flowers in person. - ..... Where did you take these?"
THEN IT HITS HIM. an idea she SURELY can't refuse! he remembers exactly where he found these flowers. he felt mezmerized by their beauty. the weather ⸻ a gentle sunset ⸻ gloriously helped capture photographs that belonged in MUSEUMS! ( or so he hoped one day one of his photos would go to one ) he grins, arm pointing in a direction that was positively the opposite of where he intended to point. nevertheless, he very much meant to express that these flowers were found beyond the walls she lived.
❝ found 'em in a field on my way here! ❞ hands on hips, he wanted to be SURE he looked as if he could safely get her to the field. ❝ I can take ya! if we leave soon we can get there at sunset, just like when I took the pictures! it'll be like divin' into it, heh! ❞
At least, these coughs has come to him right after the fight was over. But Joshua is feeling sick and he hates it so much. He doesn't want to put his friend in danger. On the contrary, he should be strong enough to protect him. And Prompto is always so dramatic; Joshua really should be careful in front of his friend. He doesn't need to worry even more around him.
"I... I should be fine, Prompto. Do not worry about me," he assures, forcing a brief smirk to his lips. "I suppose resting for a bit could be a good idea, though. There must be a safe haven nearby, right ?"
HE LOOKS QUITE UNCONVINCED. for anyone the slaying of daemon after daemon was exhausting. yet he cannot help but not believe his companion. even he himself was completely worn out ⸻ the hoards never ceased. for him it was an every night & day occurance. for his friend? something new. while surely it would be in their best interest to stop ⸻ they couldn't. Lestallum was close. but not close enough.
❝ yeah... we can uh.. head to Lestallum. a bit of a walk, but beats sittin' out here. ❞ he comes to Joshua's aid. allows him to lean on him. ❝ you got enough strength for that fire of yours to light us there? light might scare 'em away. at least scare 'em enough that we get smaller hoards. ❞
Elbow frowned a frown full of many evils. "Elbow is not daemon. Elbow wants find daemon. You kill. Elbow take pictures!"
❝ riiiiiiight. ❞ he's backed away, though. camera well hidden within pockets. ❝ yeah. yeah........ Elbow. I⸻I'll go find a daemon n' I'll bring it back here. yeah. it'll tooooootally follow me without trying to kill me first! ❞
where the fuck did his friends go?
@lucisol
"Go find daemon. Elbow wants to take pictures."
❝ you know ⸻ ahhha... never heard a daemon speak before. reaaaaaaaaaaally don't think you and I are gonna be friends. ❞