❄How dare you lose in my presence❄

unexpected tendencies » Rio

Aki does her best to hold back a wince. Of course. Simply giving out her name would surely evoke some sort of response from anybody, but whether that was a good or bad one depended on the person. Judging from Rio’s reaction she didn’t seem to be aware of the full connotations that her name, and by association, her old alias, held - which was all for the better. Still, seeing that realization light up in someone’s eyes and that heart stopping moment when Aki wasn’t sure what type of response she would get was… frightening, to say the least.

"And you as well," She murmurs with a nod, blinking in surprise when the other female grabs hold of her hand. The open gesture is a bit odd to the redhead, as she is still not entirely used to being touched — at least not by anyone that isn’t very close to her. She does not retract her hand though, and instead offers the younger girl a gentle squeeze in return. That is what a warm greeting was like, correct?

"It’s a relief to see you," Aki admits with a soft exhale, "I was… worried when I heard that you and… your brother, I believe? Have been…" Er, how to put this? “Taken in by Jack.”

She had heard of Aki before- Jack had told her about her vaguely. They didn't seem to be all that close but Jack told Rio about her anyway.

Ever since she had been told of her, Rio was dying to meet her. AFter all, she was another strong girl that dueled. Also, just by looking at her, she had a good fashion sense too. Maybe they could talk more?

Rio was taken aback by Aki's words. She was worried?

She let out a small laugh. "Oh no, I think he's doing a good job. It's nice having a parent after so long."

"Though his cooking could uhh... use some work."

#cursedrose

She had wanted to ask the pink haired boy something, but her previous thoughts were interrupted by the soothing sounds of singing. She peered into the doorway and watched as her friend sang to himself.

Despite his offers to help, Rio had insisted III simply make himself comfortable while she sorted out something for them to snack on while they spent the afternoon visiting. So, thinking he had time to pass, III absently fell in to a little tune. It was really only a hum— that was all he had of it, even though it felt familiar as any part of himself.

He hadn’t noticed he had company until his eyes wandered that way by chance. Being caught like that made his cheeks tint pink in embarrassment and avert his eyes. ”R-Rio… I thought you were getting snacks?”

If everything up until then had surprised him, what Rio asked next made them feel like things he had been prepared for weeks in advanced by comparison, which said quite a lot. He never would have expected the chance to kiss Rio, but then, he understood that there were times people acted on urges such as earlier that never really meant anything in the long run.

That she was asking him out…

III could only stare in dumbfounded, wide-eyed shock. He never imagined being asked out by anyone. By someone like Rio. She was brave, and talented, and beautiful, and III had always thought himself quite plain besides.

"I-I…" III stuttered when he finally managed to snap out of it, eyes averting downward as he pushed hair that really hadn’t actually been in the way behind his ear. "I would love to," he answered shyly, barely managing above a murmur.

Rio watched his reaction quietly, mentally cheering him on. Come on... don't be intimidated. If you like me than just say yes. Though she could tell he was just shy and maybe a little taken back, she was still a bit nervous, afraid of being shot down. There was always the possibility of that, right?

But thankfully, he agreed, and Rio felt like she was flying. A little corny, yes, but it was an accurate description.

Her face formed a giant ridiculous smile, she probably looked like a complete idiot but she didn't care.

"G-Great!" Well now she would have to think about what they would do and when but... worth it.

"I'll call you when I figure everything out."

#strawberry-tea

"I hear you had a cooking related near-death experience recently Rio. You feeling any better?"

"Oh.. dad’s cooking."

"Yes… I’ve recovered from that setback. Thank you."

"Also if you ever come over to hang out, do NOT eat his cooking. I am telling you this as a friend."

duelist-of-destiny

"You’re welcome just glad to hear you’re doing better"

"… That bad huh?"

"Well if I ever do come over, I could try cooking something myself, if both you and your family don’t mind of course."

"You cooking would be perfectly fine with me."

"Ryoga might not mind..."

"Dad's pride might be horrifically damaged though."

#duelist-of-destiny

Heartland Fashionistas (closed RP)

"Well, we’ve both apologized, so I guess we’re good now," she let out a chuckle, feeling a little better about the whole thing.

"Shopping all afternoon, have you?" she couldn’t help but notice. "You must have either gotten a lot of money recently or you’re on the hunt for something."

#ooc #I'm still not liking how rio turned out euuuugh

Rio let out a large sigh, unable to hide how damn exhausted she was by now. "I've been looking for something to wear to my school dance..."

She glanced over at the almost-empty dress aisle across from where they were. "Unfortunately, I wasn't the only one."

Now her eyes were back on the woman. "You look pretty fashionable. Do you have any suggestions?"

#vexingvixens

reisartblarg

u did it rio u caught the cutie

She had wanted to ask the pink haired boy something, but her previous thoughts were interrupted by the soothing sounds of singing. She peered into the doorway and watched as her friend sang to himself.

Despite his offers to help, Rio had insisted III simply make himself comfortable while she sorted out something for them to snack on while they spent the afternoon visiting. So, thinking he had time to pass, III absently fell in to a little tune. It was really only a hum— that was all he had of it, even though it felt familiar as any part of himself.

He hadn’t noticed he had company until his eyes wandered that way by chance. Being caught like that made his cheeks tint pink in embarrassment and avert his eyes. ”R-Rio… I thought you were getting snacks?”

III swallowed anxiously, heart definitely thumping faster than normal now. Seeing Rio so nervous like that, blushing and sounding so timid, so different from the Rio he usually saw and heard about… Using his real name…

Very slowly, III reached out, touching nervously trembling fingers to one of the girl’s burning cheeks; then the other hand, gently cupping her face as he began to lean in. Staring at her so close was making butterflies wreak havoc in his stomach, but he was too nervous about missing if he closed his eyes.

Accidentally brushing noses with her on the way made him squeeze his eyes shut embarrassedly anyway as he closed the last bit of distance, finally pressing his lips to hers. Innocent and shy. Her lips were so soft, III felt like he could linger there all day, but he forced himself to pull back after a few moments, just enough that he could look at her flushed face again still held gently between his hands.

"I’ve… wanted to do that for quite a while," he admitted sheepishly with a bit of a breathy laugh, averting his eyes as he slowly let his hands drop from her.

#CHOIR OF ANGELS SING #strawberry-tea

Her breath hitched in nervousness, a maybe some excitement yes, when Mihael's face slowly closed in on hers. She felt their noses touch and saw him squeeze his eyes shut. If she wasn't so focused on what was coming she probably would've burst out laughing at how damn cute that little experience was.

Then she felt them, his lips. His entire presence was so warm and she wanted to stay there, like that forever. Butterflies did backflips in her stomach, and her heart pounded. Kisses had never felt like this to her before- this one felt so much more meaningful. So much more... loving?

He parted with her, and Rio couldn't help but let a small groan of disappointment. She did like that his hands stayed for a while longer- they were soft and gentle.

Her scarlet hues blinked multiple times. Wait. So he liked her too? For quite a while? Well shit!

Why didn't you do it sooner then?!

She took a deep breath, at least she would have a good chance of getting the answer she wanted after hearing that.

"Would you... like to go out then?"

unexpected tendencies » Rio

Talk about dumb luck. Aki is quiet for a moment, unsure whether to be thankful or anxious about this sudden meeting, but one way or another there was no avoiding it now. Her intention had been to go to Jack and inquire what had caused him to take in the two youngsters, hoping that whatever his intentions were that the children weren’t going to be harmed at all by this sudden notoriety.

From the looks of it, Rio didn’t seem too bothered at the moment, but that didn’t satiate the small grain of concern still sitting at the bottom of her stomach.

"Ah, no…" A fan? The very idea wanted to make Aki snort, trying to imagine herself in any way similar to the blond’s myriad of admirer’s. No. Far from it. But what exactly was she to Jack? A friend? An accomplice? He’d never seemed to show her any type of trust on that level, but they were still bound together through their marks and their own friends. So… did that make them friends as well?

"He’s… a teammate. Though I haven’t been in contact much." The admittance made somewhat begrudgingly, but the redhead continues after a small shake of her head, "But it’s rude for me not to introduce myself. My name is Aki Izayoi."

#Thank you ;v;#cursedrose

Her automatic assumption had been that this woman was a fan- after all she had watched the broadcast. But once she said no Rio figured that maybe she just had the channel on out of boredom or something.

Scarlet eyes blinked when the words came from the redhead's mouth. Teammate? Now this had her curious. Her curiosities were answered almost immediately once the woman spoke her name aloud.

"Oh!" A lightbulb went off in her head. "I've heard of you!"

She took Aki's hand into her own. "It's nice to meet you."

Heartland Fashionistas (closed RP)

Mai saw that the other person was a young teenager, easily younger than her. And she seemed upset at Mai snapping at her, which made the Harpie duelist feel bad, compelling her to apologize.

"Sorry about that; I get snippy when I’m surprised," she apologized to the young girl. "There’s more than one, so there’s enough to go around."