Swerve

Guess whose birthday is in exactly 16 days.

You were born on the same day as Miley Cyrus?

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… my way with spoken word cannot compare to that of my written work.. perhaps I could… pen you a letter..? ..heh heh…

You're drooling again, it's filthy.

I don't care what you do, write what you want.

I need to go wash myself after having this conversation...

#the fear is real

[Her back faces the door to heighten the surprise, the anticipation making her giddy. She keeps it subdued, folding her hands in front of her delicately, the only indication the biting of her own tongue. Upon hearing his voice from behind her, Celes turns expectantly and a smile blossoms across her face at what she sees. Delicate fingers trace the lapel of his coat, close to the skin, but not touching.]

It’s a shame you’ll only be dressed like for a little while, you know.

I feel like I'm wearing something my mother would dress me in as a child.

[He sighed and lifted his hands, holding at her cheeks and looked into her eyes, smiling softly. His eyes closed for a moment, long enough to allow himself to reflect inward, on whether or not this outfit was worth it.]

As long as you're happy.

…perhaps, despite my horrific appearance, you are curious as to what I may have to say…?

I have no idea what it is you want to say, so you may as well say it.

Spit it out before I get sick of looking at you ogle me.

Ah… I.. had a few things that I had always w-wanted to say if we were to ever meet face to face.. but I expect that you have much more important things to d-do that listen to my worthless thoughts…

…though if you are ever interested I w-would be more than happy to tell you… in a private place..

I...I'm not sure how I'm supposed to reply to something like that.

O-of course… someone like you would not want to waste even the smallest ounce of time or effort on someone like me… I w-was foolish for even entertaining the thought..!!

Indeed.

Now, did you have anything else to say, or were you going to merely stand, slackjawed?

Armor? I haven’t the faintest idea what you’re talking about.

Quit your stalling, and go get changed.

Fine, fine.

[Togami led her to his room, before leaving her outside, quickly shutting the door. He stared into his closet at the outfit he had assembled. He was dreading this; such formal attire was beyond his typical wardrobe, seeing as this outfit made him look like the star of some 19th century dark fantasy work. After the final bits were added, he sighed out, and turned to the door, standing two inches taller than usual in the boots he wore.]

Happy?

!!

Ahhh! I’m s-sorry for being such a disgusting piece of trash!! Feel free to punish me as you see fit..!

#i take what i can get in terms of icons dont hate

Punish you?

I don't think I'd waste the effort.

Besides, that sounds...disturbing.

!!!! Someone as influential and handsome as yourself has read my book and enjoyed it…?? !!!! I am blessed!!!

Blessed?

Interesting choice of words.

Are you...drooling?

Charming, dear. However, I’d rather keep some things to myself. There’s such a thing as delicacy.

For your information, It’s not all that unbelievable. It’s not that I look atrocious when I dress down,in fact you seemed to enjoy it, I just prefer not to. Haven’t we been over this before? Besides, if I dressed down it wouldn’t be in the spirit.

Fine, fine, of course.

And yes, I do enjoy seeing dressed down. It's...refreshing to see you without your armor on.

Do you now? I think you are forgetting my title.

We’ll see what I can do, but we both now it will be as per my usual.

I forget nothing, my darling. I simply know the one I love.

And of course. God knows the world would split asunder if you were to willingly dress down for once. Though, I shouldn't talk. Other than my workout clothes, I think I only own suits...though some are cheaper.

… !! I am honoured that you are willing to tolerate my presence!

…. you mentioned that you’d seen my name on certain reading lists. Have you … have you ever.. read any of m-my work?

I have.

I'm not that much of a fan of romance novels. Though I suppose the one about...fisherman, was it? Yes, that was quite the read.

Heh… I.. I have read about you… online and in the news..

..it is hard for me to ignore such a handsome face when it appears..

Indeed? You are not the first to be so forward in your...favoritism of me.

Love letters and marriage proposals are quite the common thing when you're someone like me.

But perhaps it'll be interesting to have a fan nearby.

!! I-I’m Touko Fukawa… best-selling author..?

I recognise y-you.. You’re…. Byakuya Togami…

Touko Fukawa...

Hm, the name has been on a few lists of suggested reading I have glanced over.

How do you know my name? I am well renowned, of course, but I'm curious.

S-so many new people…

… but it’s not like they have any interest in befriending me.

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Hm, and who are you supposed to be?

It seems both our new peers are short of words and too moronic to spout out coherent sentences.

But I'll be cordial for the time being.

[ Oh no. Now he was definitely angry at her. He looked so polished she wondered if he was royalty, forgetting that it was Halloween. Growing up, Tsumiki never celebrated holidays much, so it was only understandable that she wasn’t familiar with his costume. In Tsumiki’s eyes, the boy addressing her in a condescending tone seemed to be a prince. ]

"O-oh… I’m sorry, Your Majesty! Please don’t get m-mad at me! I d-don’t deserve to b-be in your presence…"

"Uhm… What’s your—n-never, never mind!"

[ In all honesty, though, she was rather curious about the fair-haired boy’s name, and she was almost sure he was royalty of some sort, and halfheartedly considered asking him to give her his introduction, but feared it would only annoy him. ]