DO YOU LIE WITH ERASURE?
“ Yeah? Well, I’d hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it’s not. “ ‘When is this kid not being a complete ass?’
Impatience – which becoming a much more common frequent emotion present in his life (or death, whatever it was) – is quick to flare inside of Neku. His disapproval isn’t something he’s afraid to express, that much was for certain, but he’s also very much aware of the fact that Joshua – the asshole – is trying to snag an outburst out of him. ‘Not this time,’ Neku thinks, ‘I’m not gonna let you drive me up the wall. Again.’
“ That’s just cutting it close. We’re not supposed to cheat in the Game. Just reminding you, you know, in case you forgot. “
HIS TONGUE IS WEDGED BETWEEN the hollow of his throat, threatening to slash at his lips in an effort to further justify his own amusement; he decides to hold off on it, offering a chuckle instead as the only indication that he’s been paying attention to the exchange. he’s observant, a trait that’s had its fair share of convenience over the span of his little endeavor, but neku’s a fast learner — he’s beginning to decipher the selective acid dripping from his partner’s mouth.
joshua’s lips continue to curve into a sneer.
❛ i doubt the repercussions will be too grim. why must you rain on my parade ? ❜
