[ "I won't need to wash your back, then..." He lifts a brow at that, more curious about the reasoning behind her fleeting disappointment than anything. Though, a leisurely comment escapes his lips as the water gets high enough that he can shut it off. ]
You can do it next time.
[ He better hope he remembers giving her permission to do that. 💦 Sinking into the water, he keeps a close eye on his girlfriend to make sure she can get in safely! The water level only rises a little with the two in it, in his tipsy state far more comfortable in keeping close to her. They're in private! He couldn't do this without getting caught in Kyushu... ]
S'okay. I liked picking you up.
[ Uppy. ;_; He places a hand around her shoulders with a contented sigh, the heater beneath the tub making sure to keep them toasty without getting scalding. Definitely a lot smoother to dip in than the viscous waters of last time! Cloud's arm around her also lent to him reaching for the buttons on her opposite side. ]
'Kay...lessee... [ Whenever Cloud finally figures out which button to press as he leans over Ayaka slightly, they'll have the jets turned on low. Whether they were sitting in direct line of them? Well... ]
[ Uh-oh. Prepare your back for when that time comes, Cloud!
Ayaka's finding the water to be nice. It's very different from that time they were in Kyushu. This feels far more comfortable, and it is very easy to move around here! Not that she would be going anywhere, when she's already next to the blond. She does lean on his shoulder as she relaxes, though, sliding further down in her seat.
It seems the more intoxicated Ayaka is capable of... ah, an unsightly act such as slouching with her head resting on her boyfriend's shoulder. ]
Oh— [ !! She jumps when the jets turn on, a couple turn on right where her calves are. It's a rather pleasurable massage, but still so surprising! ] That feels good...
[ He shall! In the meantime, in his tipsier stupor, Cloud can't help but huff and smile for his girl. 100% different from the end results in Kyushu. And while everything about that evening, before and after the hot springs, was unforgettable, he's more keen on basking in this warmth with her and letting her cuddle in against him. Seeing her rest her head upon his shoulder, a more sobering smile graces his lips. Enough that an intoxicated Cloud in turn could be a little more honest with himself... ]
I like this side of you...all rela—
[ "Oh—" That's enough to jostle Cloud from his gentler words, eyes widening as he stares at his girlfriend when she jumps a little. Before he can figure out what's wrong though, he can feel a jet stream rolling up the length of his back from where it shoots out. Ohhh yeah. Okay. He gets it. ]
[ These... whatever they're called! She doesn't know, but she likes them! Ayaka even kicks in the water a little, little bubbles and splashes as a result without making a mess outside the tub. ]
My legs are being massaged.
[ And there's one to her side, too! If she just wiggles a little bit closer, she can share in the one that's on Cloud's back. Just a little, pwease? 🥺 ]
Oh, jets? Yeah, all hot tubs have 'em. [ ...okay he admits, ] I think.
[ And just when he does wiggle over, placing his hand down on one of his thighs as he opts to slide far enough that she can have the whole back jet for herself—
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[ That uh. Was not what it looks like, coming up relatively between his legs as they bubble up to the surface. Between the hot tub and alcohol, his face is already nice and rosy. So. Good coverup there. ]
Huh. How'd air get in my pants?
[ His shorts are building up air underwater, making them look extra puffy unless he either got out? Or pushed on them. A marvel for the drunk, to be sure. ]
Really, on a normal day, Ayaka would not be reacting this way to seeing something like that. But here she is, one fruity and alcoholic drink down (okay, maybe two? definitely not three...), and she is so very fascinated by this. ]
[ Cloud would not be humoring this if it weren't for the mighty drink that threatened to knock his ass over. Likely, were they both sober? Cloud might have huffed out of embarrassment, only to lighten up if she found it amusing in kind. It's just bubbles in his pants, guys... But for some reason? Now he's keen to listen to anything and everything Ayaka says. And sure enough, ]
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Hahah... [ Oh god, he catches himself. ] Shouldn't be funny.
[ Because you two are drunk and happy. And you're smiling, Cloud. ]
[ It's really funny... Ayaka wants more bubbles!! Her laughter is just as bubbly as the water now. ]
I wonder what else you can do...
[ With his shorts, she means. But given her drunken stupor, it may as well be a more general question. What will Cloud do next to amaze the Shirasagi Himegimi? ]
[ He wants to. T R Y S O M E T H I N G. Pushing himself up until he's sitting on the edge of the hot tub (and dragging water down the side and on the floor smh,) he braces himself with his hands on the edge as he slowly lowers himself down into the water beside her. There's a good reason for this. Honest. ... a stupid good reason. Because sure enough as he carefully sits back down and his shorts go underwater?
They're full of air. The upper part of the leggings, the crotch, the whole front of his swimming trunks are super puffy under the water right now. If you pushed down on all that... ]
[ She's gonna go for it! One determined look at Cloud, then SPLASH! Her hands go straight into the water to push on both sides of his shorts, determined to make all the bubbles.
[ Along with the bubbles, sparkles of mako energy are abundantly floating up and away from the top of his damp yet spiky head as he laughs again. It didn't even matter if Ayaka was partially leaning over his lap right now, jamming her hands down on his shorts as the bubbles go bubbling up. He wants in on the action too, so he pushes down on the center of his shorts so the rest of the air can get out. ]
The hell are we doing, Ayaka,
[ he manages at the end of a chuckle. Whatever it is? He'll remember it like the silliest dream. Only this time, as she leans so close to him, he can't keep his eyes off hers as he slips an arm around her waist beneath the water. ]
[ Worth getting carried away. It's not like this was something they would be doing in public. ...maybe. He did get hoisted bridal-style by Edelgard earlier today. He sighs contently also, letting himself just relax as the heat in the tub is regulated, the jets on low as they massage the couple from behind. ]
Just a little longer in here? [ He imagines they're both well and warmed up now, but... ] Missed you today.
[ Not that he needed a looser tongue to tell her that, but it comes out so simply all the same. ]
[ That catches her off guard. She told him earlier that she missed him, which wasn't an exaggeration or anything. She did! Hearing him be the first to say it sends her heart racing, though.
And they said they'll kiss each other again in bed, but if she sneaks just one now, that's fine, right? He'll forgive her for being too excited, right? Because she doesn't even ask permission now, leaning in to touch her lips with his with a smile on her face, instead. ]
[ Only if she forgives him in kind, for breaking their little agreement back in bed. Because he can't say no to her for anything. Not when she smiles against his lips as he closes his eyes. He leans in against her, not pressing for anything urgent or yearning, but as they kiss, Cloud can feel a well of emotions bubbling up from deep inside him. Emotions and feelings that were usually paced out through his day with her. But after a day apart and the alcohol removing that sober filter, Ayaka would see, hear and feel more of those true feelings. ]
I missed you.
[ He said it again, a lapse in kissing her to rest his head against hers, all while his hand rests atop hers in her lap. ]
I missed you too, Cloud. And I'll always be here for you.
[ Just like now. Lifting a hand in the water so she can leave their fingers together, she smiles against him again. Ayaka would kiss him again, but she holds back this time.
... that was a lie. She tries to hold back for a second or two, but. o3o She likes kissing him more. ]
[ He meets her halfway this time, kissing her again as his head feels lighter than before. Quicker ones this time. As if he was chasing after her lips all over again as he squeezes her entwined hand in his. The next time he pulls away to speak, two very simple words escape. ]
Me too.
[ He'll stay. He promised he would. He wished for it. ]
'Kay...one more. [ Minute? Kiss? One bleeds over into the other, more just enjoying the feeling and taste of her lips on his. This just turned into warm and fuzzy making out. You won't find him complaining. ]
[ Ayaka's not complaining either, when she's enjoying the attention her boyfriend is giving him. Knowing that Cloud is this sweet to her and not to anyone else, and that he missed her? It makes her more determined to be the best girlfriend one can be.
Earlier tonight, she'd asked Kaito for advice, even though the two barely know each other. The drinks helped in getting her to loosen up, and even with his lack of experience, there were still some words that stuck well with Ayaka. ]
[ If he's ever worried about not doing right by her, even the sillier nights like this would be enough to remind him that for every hiccup they may experience? They were at least still moving ahead, on the right track. Drawing away from another kiss, he nods his head with a content little hum. ]
Alright.
[ He's already decided that they can have a proper bath or shower tomorrow. Was washing his back still on the table? Warming up and drying up before going to bed sounded like a much more appealing idea right now. And if they stayed in here for too long, they'd wind up pruning up. It's a good thing that they didn't have any more alcohol while they were in the hot tub, because standing up? Would have hit him like a freight train. As it stands? He's good enough on his feet to make sure they get out of the tub safely, shutting off the jets and making sure the water drains off. The bathroom already has big and fluffy towels they can use! The cooler air of the hotel room hits his skin as he suppresses the urge to shudder, but he does feel more relaxed.
Quickly drying himself off as best as he can, he doesn't want to go to bed in his wet bathing suit, so he makes sure to get a nice bathrobe like Ayaka got. Luckily, they're not as obscenely short as the ones in Kyushu! Yes, this also means that, once he's gotten his bathrobe on and tied up for decency, he's dropping those wet shorts and putting them away somewhere to dry up. Now to grab a change of drawers from his luggage when they get out to the bedroom. ...if he even remembers to.
Frankly, he's taking his instructions of "Warm up, first. Kisses, second," to her quite seriously. They have a bed to cuddle in now that they're warm.
[ Getting warm was such a fun experience! While Ayaka may not remember most of it when she wakes up, she certainly had a good time trying out a hot tub for the first time. The water was warm and cosy, the jets helped in relieving her stress, and being able to make bubbles with Cloud was something very enjoyable! All good things must come to an end, though. As such, she stays behind in the bathroom when Cloud steps out.
Ayaka doesn't take long! It's just so she can undress, removing her bathing suit, before putting on the fluffy robe she's taken claim to. And yes, when she does leave? She's completely naked underneath the dress. If not for her remembering to grab a pair of panties from her luggage when she gets out of the bathroom.
Yeah, Cloud just saw her girlfriend come out in a robe, head right back in for five seconds, then see her come back out again.
Fresh and warmed up? Ayaka's now ready for bed. She's sobered up a little that she can walk to the bed straight, and the moment she sees Cloud again? She's climbing the bed right away to hug him, having missed him for the few short moments they were separated since the hot tub. ]
Yes, I believe this is much better.
[ With her latched onto her boyfriend like she is, now.
(May Ayaka never remember any of this when she wakes up...) ]
[ If she's completely naked underneath her robe? It either hasn't registered with him, or he wasn't thinking about that right now. While nothing thrilled him more than the affection that they can shower one another with in a burst of passion, without the viscous water to edge those burning hot feelings to the surface? It actually felt nice to be able to do these sorts of things with her, too. No matter how the night lead, if he was with Ayaka through it all, it's all he could have asked for. A far cry from the man who woke up in Midgar with a completely different mindset. ]
Wachu forget?
[ Her panties, Cloud. Just like how you've got your briefs in your luggage out in the bedroom. Thankfully, he does succeed in remembering to grab a pair before he waits for her by the bed, leaning on his hands as Ayaka approaches him, ] ... [ Cloud's lips part slightly, feeling warmth spread from his chest.
...okay he might not be in the fiery mood right now, but something about his girlfriend adorably sauntering up to him in nothing but a bathrobe was still going to get his heart bumping in his chest. She's hot. Sue him.
Wasting little time to wrap his arm around her waist, once he's got her? He's going to start scooting back on the bed, even with a latching white heron princess in tow. Cloud's positively glowing with heat right now, moving up with her until they're cuddled sitting in the center of the bed. ]
Hope you know... [ Kizuna and a pleasant buzz do well in loosening his tongue, and the shackles around his heart. It's easy when he entrusted her with the key to his heart a while ago. ] Everything with you s'much better.
[ Like she's going to tell him that she forgot to put panties on? She might be drunk, but she still has some decency!
And Cloud's still never told her she was hot before. ]
Hehe. I'm very lucky that you allow me to be more of myself in your company. [ The sober Ayaka would say this, too, but not now. Perhaps another time. Given that she's on cloud 9 though, and what Cloud has told her just now? It feels like the right moment to say. Relaxing on him and resting her head on his chest as they cuddle, she adds: ] And who I am is that I would like to be by your side, always.
[ So if everything is better with her around for Cloud, that's clearly a win-win, right? ]
[ And his question was caused by a loose tongue! He doesn't fret it. With Ayaka resting her head on his chest, he spreads his legs for her so that she can get closer to him, rather than her sitting on his lap. Leaning back on one hand, his other hand moves through her freshly dried but still cool hair, bowing his head slightly as his chin rests on the top of her head. ]
Took the words outta my mouth.
[ Cradling her, his thoughts continue to flow, softer, ]
Feels like I'm still trying to figure out who I am, sometimes... Mm. I haven't felt more like myself than when I'm with you.
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[ "I won't need to wash your back, then..." He lifts a brow at that, more curious about the reasoning behind her fleeting disappointment than anything. Though, a leisurely comment escapes his lips as the water gets high enough that he can shut it off. ]
You can do it next time.
[ He better hope he remembers giving her permission to do that. 💦 Sinking into the water, he keeps a close eye on his girlfriend to make sure she can get in safely! The water level only rises a little with the two in it, in his tipsy state far more comfortable in keeping close to her. They're in private! He couldn't do this without getting caught in Kyushu... ]
S'okay. I liked picking you up.
[ Uppy. ;_; He places a hand around her shoulders with a contented sigh, the heater beneath the tub making sure to keep them toasty without getting scalding. Definitely a lot smoother to dip in than the viscous waters of last time! Cloud's arm around her also lent to him reaching for the buttons on her opposite side. ]
'Kay...lessee... [ Whenever Cloud finally figures out which button to press as he leans over Ayaka slightly, they'll have the jets turned on low. Whether they were sitting in direct line of them? Well... ]
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[ Uh-oh. Prepare your back for when that time comes, Cloud!
Ayaka's finding the water to be nice. It's very different from that time they were in Kyushu. This feels far more comfortable, and it is very easy to move around here! Not that she would be going anywhere, when she's already next to the blond. She does lean on his shoulder as she relaxes, though, sliding further down in her seat.
It seems the more intoxicated Ayaka is capable of... ah, an unsightly act such as slouching with her head resting on her boyfriend's shoulder. ]
Oh— [ !! She jumps when the jets turn on, a couple turn on right where her calves are. It's a rather pleasurable massage, but still so surprising! ] That feels good...
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I like this side of you...all rela—
[ "Oh—" That's enough to jostle Cloud from his gentler words, eyes widening as he stares at his girlfriend when she jumps a little. Before he can figure out what's wrong though, he can feel a jet stream rolling up the length of his back from where it shoots out. Ohhh yeah. Okay. He gets it. ]
Oughta get one installed at the estate.
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[ These... whatever they're called! She doesn't know, but she likes them! Ayaka even kicks in the water a little, little bubbles and splashes as a result without making a mess outside the tub. ]
My legs are being massaged.
[ And there's one to her side, too! If she just wiggles a little bit closer, she can share in the one that's on Cloud's back. Just a little, pwease? 🥺 ]
Hehe. This is fun, Cloud.
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[ And just when he does wiggle over, placing his hand down on one of his thighs as he opts to slide far enough that she can have the whole back jet for herself—
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[ That uh. Was not what it looks like, coming up relatively between his legs as they bubble up to the surface. Between the hot tub and alcohol, his face is already nice and rosy. So. Good coverup there. ]
Huh. How'd air get in my pants?
[ His shorts are building up air underwater, making them look extra puffy unless he either got out? Or pushed on them. A marvel for the drunk, to be sure. ]
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The bubbles!
Really, on a normal day, Ayaka would not be reacting this way to seeing something like that. But here she is, one fruity and alcoholic drink down (okay, maybe two? definitely not three...), and she is so very fascinated by this. ]
Do that again, Cloud.
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Hahah... [ Oh god, he catches himself. ] Shouldn't be funny.
[ Because you two are drunk and happy. And you're smiling, Cloud. ]
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[ It's really funny... Ayaka wants more bubbles!! Her laughter is just as bubbly as the water now. ]
I wonder what else you can do...
[ With his shorts, she means. But given her drunken stupor, it may as well be a more general question. What will Cloud do next to amaze the Shirasagi Himegimi? ]
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Hang on.
[ He wants to. T R Y S O M E T H I N G. Pushing himself up until he's sitting on the edge of the hot tub (and dragging water down the side and on the floor smh,) he braces himself with his hands on the edge as he slowly lowers himself down into the water beside her. There's a good reason for this. Honest. ... a stupid good reason. Because sure enough as he carefully sits back down and his shorts go underwater?
They're full of air. The upper part of the leggings, the crotch, the whole front of his swimming trunks are super puffy under the water right now. If you pushed down on all that... ]
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May I?
[ She wants to make the bubbles come out!!! But she also has to make sure she has permission to touch Cloud's shorts!! ]
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[ Hurry hurry, if neither one of them do it, it feels like some air is gonna just bubble out on its own if he shifts too much! ]
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[ She's gonna go for it! One determined look at Cloud, then SPLASH! Her hands go straight into the water to push on both sides of his shorts, determined to make all the bubbles.
This moment will go down in history. ]
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[ Along with the bubbles, sparkles of mako energy are abundantly floating up and away from the top of his damp yet spiky head as he laughs again. It didn't even matter if Ayaka was partially leaning over his lap right now, jamming her hands down on his shorts as the bubbles go bubbling up. He wants in on the action too, so he pushes down on the center of his shorts so the rest of the air can get out. ]
The hell are we doing, Ayaka,
[ he manages at the end of a chuckle. Whatever it is? He'll remember it like the silliest dream. Only this time, as she leans so close to him, he can't keep his eyes off hers as he slips an arm around her waist beneath the water. ]
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She's not disheartened or anything, but she does take it as a signal to behave, sitting properly now with her hands on her lap. ]
It seems we've both gotten carried away. We should get ready for bed soon.
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[ Worth getting carried away. It's not like this was something they would be doing in public. ...maybe. He did get hoisted bridal-style by Edelgard earlier today. He sighs contently also, letting himself just relax as the heat in the tub is regulated, the jets on low as they massage the couple from behind. ]
Just a little longer in here? [ He imagines they're both well and warmed up now, but... ] Missed you today.
[ Not that he needed a looser tongue to tell her that, but it comes out so simply all the same. ]
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And they said they'll kiss each other again in bed, but if she sneaks just one now, that's fine, right? He'll forgive her for being too excited, right? Because she doesn't even ask permission now, leaning in to touch her lips with his with a smile on her face, instead. ]
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I missed you.
[ He said it again, a lapse in kissing her to rest his head against hers, all while his hand rests atop hers in her lap. ]
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[ Just like now. Lifting a hand in the water so she can leave their fingers together, she smiles against him again. Ayaka would kiss him again, but she holds back this time.
... that was a lie. She tries to hold back for a second or two, but. o3o She likes kissing him more. ]
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Me too.
[ He'll stay. He promised he would. He wished for it. ]
'Kay...one more. [ Minute? Kiss? One bleeds over into the other, more just enjoying the feeling and taste of her lips on his. This just turned into warm and fuzzy making out. You won't find him complaining. ]
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Earlier tonight, she'd asked Kaito for advice, even though the two barely know each other. The drinks helped in getting her to loosen up, and even with his lack of experience, there were still some words that stuck well with Ayaka. ]
Let's dress up...
[ So they can cuddle in bed and be more comfy. 🥺]
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Alright.
[ He's already decided that they can have a proper bath or shower tomorrow.
Was washing his back still on the table?Warming up and drying up before going to bed sounded like a much more appealing idea right now. And if they stayed in here for too long, they'd wind up pruning up. It's a good thing that they didn't have any more alcohol while they were in the hot tub, because standing up? Would have hit him like a freight train. As it stands? He's good enough on his feet to make sure they get out of the tub safely, shutting off the jets and making sure the water drains off. The bathroom already has big and fluffy towels they can use! The cooler air of the hotel room hits his skin as he suppresses the urge to shudder, but he does feel more relaxed.Quickly drying himself off as best as he can, he doesn't want to go to bed in his wet bathing suit, so he makes sure to get a nice bathrobe like Ayaka got. Luckily, they're not as obscenely short as the ones in Kyushu! Yes, this also means that, once he's gotten his bathrobe on and tied up for decency, he's dropping those wet shorts and putting them away somewhere to dry up. Now to grab a change of drawers from his luggage when they get out to the bedroom. ...if he even remembers to.
Frankly, he's taking his instructions of "Warm up, first. Kisses, second," to her quite seriously. They have a bed to cuddle in now that they're warm.
...his hair's still damp. dfaskjh ]
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Ayaka doesn't take long! It's just so she can undress, removing her bathing suit, before putting on the fluffy robe she's taken claim to. And yes, when she does leave? She's completely naked underneath the dress. If not for her remembering to grab a pair of panties from her luggage when she gets out of the bathroom.
Yeah, Cloud just saw her girlfriend come out in a robe, head right back in for five seconds, then see her come back out again.
Fresh and warmed up? Ayaka's now ready for bed. She's sobered up a little that she can walk to the bed straight, and the moment she sees Cloud again? She's climbing the bed right away to hug him, having missed him for the few short moments they were separated since the hot tub. ]
Yes, I believe this is much better.
[ With her latched onto her boyfriend like she is, now.
(May Ayaka never remember any of this when she wakes up...) ]
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Wachu forget?
[ Her panties, Cloud. Just like how you've got your briefs in your luggage out in the bedroom. Thankfully, he does succeed in remembering to grab a pair before he waits for her by the bed, leaning on his hands as Ayaka approaches him, ] ... [ Cloud's lips part slightly, feeling warmth spread from his chest.
...okay he might not be in the fiery mood right now, but something about his girlfriend
adorablysauntering up to him in nothing but a bathrobe was still going to get his heart bumping in his chest. She's hot. Sue him.Wasting little time to wrap his arm around her waist, once he's got her? He's going to start scooting back on the bed, even with a latching white heron princess in tow. Cloud's positively glowing with heat right now, moving up with her until they're cuddled sitting in the center of the bed. ]
Hope you know... [ Kizuna and a pleasant buzz do well in loosening his tongue, and the shackles around his heart. It's easy when he entrusted her with the key to his heart a while ago. ] Everything with you s'much better.
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[ Like she's going to tell him that she forgot to put panties on? She might be drunk, but she still has some decency!
And Cloud's still never told her she was hot before. ]
Hehe. I'm very lucky that you allow me to be more of myself in your company. [ The sober Ayaka would say this, too, but not now. Perhaps another time. Given that she's on cloud 9 though, and what Cloud has told her just now? It feels like the right moment to say. Relaxing on him and resting her head on his chest as they cuddle, she adds: ] And who I am is that I would like to be by your side, always.
[ So if everything is better with her around for Cloud, that's clearly a win-win, right? ]
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Took the words outta my mouth.
[ Cradling her, his thoughts continue to flow, softer, ]
Feels like I'm still trying to figure out who I am, sometimes... Mm. I haven't felt more like myself than when I'm with you.
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