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mistsplitter) wrote2023-02-28 06:48 am
mistsplitter) wrote2023-02-28 06:48 am
🌸 seasons inbox
white heron.
TEXT ✿ VOICE ✿ VIDEO
white heron.
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white heron.
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02/27 • voice;
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Hello, my love!
[ ... she's just next door, if he's at his place. But calling her is fine, too. ]
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03/02 | text(ish, pseudo-text, just go with it)
At the conclusion of his instructions, he'll leave the following words of... encouragement?]
People seem willing to eat just about anything in this city, so I wouldn't worry about any failed attempts. They'll vanish into someone's gullet eventually.
he's so good to her (sorta)
[ She may not look like it, but she is a perfectionist! Probably difficult to be one when she's good at everything she does, anyway. Cooking is not really her strong suit, though. ]
Thank you for the recipes, regardless. I shall do my best to make these as closest as possible to what I was able to taste.
(* ^ ω ^)
he's been... less rude to her than he is to most people sort of!
White Day
Cloud may have had a generous income from Olwen's various sources, to help prepare him and the others for the time when they'd be sent to gain more independence in this world. But without so much as telling anyone else, not even the literal girl next door, he's been doing some...research. 'Looking around' and getting a 'lay of the land' were all well and good. But his intent was to kill two birds with one stone. Ayaka and Cloud went out the first day they arrived in this world, reunited in the end. It was the perfect chance to learn where to shop, finding ingredients for their dinner at the time, and also discovering potential new "regular" spots to go out.
It was going to be hard to replicate the memories and vibes that came with the locales back home... But maybe they didn't have to. This was just another stage of their respectful journeys. New memories to be made. And so, intently, he avoided purchasing certain things while they perused and shopped for ingredients. Now? Cloud knew where he had to go back to if he wanted to make today happen. Funny enough, getting the more conventional gifts for her was actually easier. Ayaka was the better cook still, so beyond making something together? He surely couldn't surprise her with just plain old rice and eggs in bed.
No, instead, taking the time to spend a little extra so that it woulda all fit neatly...
Cloud knocks on Ayaka's front door. In his hands is a white box adorned with a matching satin ribbon. One tug on the ribbon would reveal the contents inside. An arrangement of a dozen sakura chocolate balls. They all circle a pure white camellia in full bloom, centered in the box.
And yes. It's made of white chocolate. Petal by petal.
It's true; Cloud has a penchant for thinking too much. He could have even reached out for advice on what to get her. But then, he thinks to himself as he waits at her apartment door, gift in hand, would it truly be from his heart if he had someone else's ideas for her? This was a test for him, too. Everything Ayaka did for him on Valentine's Day, it was from her heart. For his attention and affections alone. And...that's why the chocolates and his devotion this White Day wasn't the last of his gift to her. No...the last piece of her present was sitting in a dutch oven. Cooking nice and slow in his apartment while he came to hers.
He made sure that she would be home today. Then again...would they have it any other way? He had a promise to keep, after all. Especially when Cloud ended the night before with telling her,
"Looking forward to tomorrow." ]
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It feels so long ago when she celebrated Valentine's with him for the first and only time (so far). One look at the calendar in this world though, and she remembers the two holidays in an instant. It would be a lie to say she wasn't hoping to at least receive chocolates from her beau today.
But then he tells her that he's looking forward to tomorrow the day before said holiday! Was it because they would see each other again? Ayaka couldn't sleep right away just thinking about it... And when she finally did manage to get some rest, it was with a smile on her face.
It hasn't been that long since Ayaka had woken up, already at the dining, writing some thoughts down before starting her day. She'll need to make breakfast for Ayato, and if Cloud sends a message to say he's awake, they can decide where they'll have breakfast for today. She was expecting a text, not exactly a knock on the door, but she's so delighted to see him first thing in the day! ]
Good morning!
[ This is it! Her first White Day! ]
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03/16 ; text
Finally, Yoimiya can no longer take it, her curiousity getting the better of her. Sometime in the middle of the afternoon, Ayaka's phone gets blown up with a string of texts: ]
Ayaka!!! ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝
Are you free today? I'd like to come over and visit if that's okay!
I'll bring cake! ପ(๑•ᴗ•๑)ଓ 🍰 ♡
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I am free today, yes. Please come visit! I'll prepare some tea for you when you're near.
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HOWLS
POOR AYAYA HAHAHA
yoimiya is too much for her 🤪
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backdated messages thread from when he was learning how to text
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GREETINGS AYAKAgREETINGSGreetings Ayaka The weather is nice today lets go for a stroll
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8 - last one bc i ran out of ideas SDGKDSGK
SHOPPING
there's another small reason behind it too, but since he did the video in his home clothes he found he wanted to wear them less, not wanting to be as easy to spot. besides, given the quality of the clothes he stood out like a sore thumb enough already.
making a day of it seemed like the better idea, so they can take a break and have lunch between going to some of the clothes stores in the city. }
It's strange to think of how many different styles you can get here.
{ somewhere likely has some like back home, but it seems like a lot of effort to find somewhere that does that when he's trying to blend in a little better. }
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Of course she'd want some yukata and kimonos. Especially with summer approaching, she'd want to wear something nice in case a festival crops up! She also wants to wear something nice for her arts festival, too. Trying on dresses that aren't Inazuman in style are also very exciting, though. Ayaka hopes to build a closet filled with different kinds. ]
It is new, isn't it? There are so many possibilities.
Has anything tickled your fancy?
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kaveh
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Me?
[ Of course this was going to come up! Ayaka certainly didn't expect it, though. ]
O- Oh, no... I'm afraid I don't have anything to show that is worth spectating...
[ She likes to dance but :( She wouldn't dance in front of so many people!! ]
Re: kaveh
Are you sure? [ kaveh grins from across the table at her. come on, ayaka, he knows you've probably got some kind of talent worth showing off. ]
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Whenever That Quest Happens
text: april 19th evening
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And alright. What would you like me to prepare in the morning?
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AINA????????????????? (1/2)
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ok there we go aina.... special delivery for ayaya
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Text; un: delicatefuckingflower
Sorry, some things happened and Kainé is a ball of anxiety. It can probably even be heard through her text.]
Ayaka? You there?
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[ Ayaka's response comes in at around 5:30 am. ]
I'm sorry to respond just now. I was already asleep when you sent the message.
Was anything wrong?
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Text; un: aidol
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How can I help you?
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second week of june
[ The last time the two of them set foot in the frigid terrain to the Northwest, they were hauling back fluffy clouds they've since made into the coolest of bedding in their eternal summer estate. Delving too deep only asked for danger, yet the cold also managed to bring back memories for the acerbic swordsman. A fond memory that still sits in his heart, especially with his memories completely restored. And yet...with the revelations that have since come to pass, and the memories that became entwined between himself and one little white heron, if he were to set foot back across the fields of Frostreign again... The snow would have felt even heavier than before to trudge through. Like one wrong step, lost for too long, and one would sink right through the endless snow.
Instead, having done his homework from all his time spent adventuring and getting a "lay of the land" for so long, Cloud makes sure that Ayaka's schedule is open for the next couple of days leading up to a very special occasion. The two of them would have no-doubt celebrated and reminisced in the peace and comfort of their home of Sunwaning, as they finally moved away from the Nightwake apartments that had been their early solace to a new world. There was no chance that either one of them were going to let those precious memories they made beneath a sea of stars burn into the ether.
It's just... ]
Almost there.
[ This was Cloud's responsibility. To do right by her. To give them both a chance to just get away. The teahouse and estate as a whole were fulfilling accomplishments, and living under the same roof as her brother made everything just feel...whole. Even closer than what they had in their time spent in Nippon, the blond swordsman moving cities and buying his own house to make his wish come true. But after everything that's recently happened, especially as Cloud became more and more intune with the differences in Ayaka's smiles, and which ones were brave fronts or not...
They weren't running away. They weren't shying from their responsibilities.
As Cloud leads Ayaka up the pathway of a long hill, fields shimmering with patches of pure snow amongst emerald grass, they were taking a chance to reset. A chance to come back home when the two of them were ready to step forward together. Not just to be able to support one another, but for the people that matter most in their lives. And Coldreach sounded like their best chance at sinking away in reminisce as they finally reach the top of the grassy hilltop. And before their very eyes and down the other side of the slope they've hiked, cozy mountain cottages with nature abound spritzed throughout. In the distance on the other side of the town is a tall hill, where the famous observatory resides, locals and visitors alike can reach via cable car for easy access from the town.
They made it... Taking a deeper breath in through his nose before sighing gently, he makes sure he's still got Ayaka's hand as he takes the view in. The walk downhill wouldn't be steep and they can just follow the path leading into town. But they wouldn't be staying in an Inn or one of the cottages.
He had a better idea in store for her. The two of them knew they were coming to Coldreach. But where they'd be staying? That's the one surprise he managed to keep. ]
If there's a view like this back home... I ain't found it yet.
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[ So everything that she's seen so far since they arrived in Coldreach? Absolutely amazing! The only sad thing about going here is that they missed out on the couple hours of travel, since they went here via teleporter. This is fine too, though, because they've been traveling on foot since arriving. They get to explore on their feet!
They haven't really done much exploring right now, though. They're on their way to their lodging! Which... Ayaka is curious about, because they've passed by so many places already, but haven't stopped once. ]
Cloud, my Love, [ She says his name gently, a small smile on her face. They both know why they are here. Ayaka's let Cloud take the lead for now, and it is honestly something she appreciates. She hasn't completely been herself lately, only having started to go out again the past couple of days. It's fine when she's with others, but by herself... it's honestly been a little terrifying. And it is as she's told him before— when she is with him, her troubles do not seem like troubles at all. ] Where are we going, exactly?
Beyond here... [ It's all trees, and barely any settlements... '-' ]
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Misfire; un: godking
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And Ozymandias, as well. How are both of you?
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august 15th
Two years...just what kind of person had his other self become? What hardships did he face? What would he face knowing what he does now? Would his future be any different now that his lot weren't shackled by the chains of fate? Cloud's questioned this time and time again, moreso now that he's two years older. But the life he's lead in these two years weren't something he ever would have dared imagine for himself back home. Not even including the fact he wasn't in his own world anymore; two realities later, and he was no longer a SOLDIER-turned-mercenary. For some time, he didn't really know who he was or what he wanted to be.
Not until he found himself leaning furthermore on someone who changed his life for the better. His drive to find the truth hasn't faltered, but at the end of his journey... The ending couldn't be any more different than it was now. The one person he wants to spend the rest of his life with couldn't be any more different. The one person who held all of his heart, just as she did his... She's the reason that he's committed to a life with her and her family. And that? Is a choice that a boy from Nibelheim could make. This is a choice that Cloud Strife can make. And until the time came that the stars aligned and their roads were joined? He'd practice what he preached. Embrace the moments that come. Day by day. The good and the bad. Never stop learning. Never stop getting stronger.
Never stop fighting for what he cherishes most. And until that day when his choice to go to Inazuma bears fruit... ]
That's, uh...
[ His birthday was a small, admittedly somber affair, with a few invites and plenty of salmon sashimi and nigiri to be had.
He couldn't forget the Unagi. He knows Ayaka.It's hard to say whether or not the young couple were soldering on as a means of coping, or if it was their attempt to keep living as Zack would have wanted. One of the very last things Zack said to him...was that he was going to live. For the both of them. That he'd be his living legacy. Maybe it still hasn't fully settled in yet. Every morning since, he wakes up only to shrug his shoulders. The weight of the Buster Sword whether he wields it or not...was heavier than before. But all it took was one look at Ayaka, whether she was smiling with him or not, to feel lighter all over again.In the mean time, they have to keep going. Days have passed and while the weight may yet to leave his heart...he can wake up easier again. Freer again. Not just for his sake, but for the girl who took him by the hand.
It's this intentionally belated 'gift' that Ayaka poked and tested the waters for that has her beau just as flustered as she was, squeezing her hand as he clears his throat to hold his composure. In the Underground Mall, the two stand in front of vertical banner displaying a hand drawn
(check the fingers for AI)woman bound and tied with thick rope intricately woven around her clothed body.Directions for a nearby (and by the looks of it, busy) workshop committed to teaching Shibari among other...techniques. Neither of them were tired of one another, be it day-to-day goings or what goes on beneath the bedsheets. But enough affection and intimate kisses at the end of one birthday boy's night lead to the two of them feeling a little...adventurous. At the very least, steeling their nerves and exploring something new together. Even if it came down to the equivalent of window shopping. With time passing and their emotions on the mend, he woke up ready. Not just to shove everything else aside. If today was going to be a good day? He was going to make sure he wasn't the only one embracing it. He can't say that this was what he had in mind. But it's one of many exhibits that are supposedly going on.
"That's, uh..." ]
-complicated.
[ Cloud finishes his thought as others around them walk by, whether it's to this very shindig or to peruse elsewise. ]
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The small gathering was just one thing, but Ayaka's given Cloud a lot of other things, too. A nice scooter he can use to travel around the city (she thought that was the kind of motorcycle he wanted...), some black sesame mochi that's blue in colour, a tailor-made outfit for him for when he trains or goes on quests, similar to an outfit he brought with him. These were all prepared and ordered in advance, except for the mochi which she made the night before. The additional thing, however, was something that Ayaka didn't plan initially, but ultimately, it was her curiosity that made her ask Cloud.
And here they are! ]
I saw some, um, people who would take part in these sorts of activities in Nippon, as well. [ '^' ] It does seem complicated, however, but since we would just be starting, then it might not be?
We always seem to make the most out of situations we are in, so it may seem strange now, but perhaps we will enjoy it later on?
[ A shy little tug. People are going in, now! They don't want to be late. ]
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september 27th 🌸 before dawn blossoms
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[ He stirs, lifting his head from his futon as he blinks to take in his surroundings. Back to his bedroom... And to the Buster Sword that's remained on his wall as if it were a set piece. His eyes fall upon it, staring as if lost in thought over thoughts of past months before the reason he woke up hits his ears. He's used to the occasional pitter patter of footsteps at night if Ayato or Ayaka got up for tea, or if they were still busying themselves with something. But he swears he can hear a voice...soft and distant. It's just Ayaka.
Pulling the blankets off himself and rolling upright, he leans towards his doorway and listens...
It sounds like she's...talking? It wasn't to Ringo or Mochi, was it? He looks over to his side, realizing that Pikachu was still in his ball resting for the night. Ultimately, his curiosity gets the better of him and with a loosed sigh, he gets up and puts on a coat, tying the sash in the front. Carefully, slowly, he opens his door and peers out into the dark hallway, only to follow the light leading into the living room without entering it quite yet. Instead...at least for now, he listens, his back to the wall. ]
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She'd only meant to say good night to her parents and to Cloud's mother, but after paying her respects, she found herself thinking out loud. She does not hear the door open from upstairs, despite the whole house being silent this time of night. Her voice is soft and gentle as she speaks, but audible enough because it's not like she's whispering. Ayaka's speaking as if she's speaking to actual people.
Ayaka had just finished talking about her sakura mochi... ]
—tomorrow, I shall be delivering these to my friends. I made some special presents for Ayato and Cloud, too.
[ A soft laugh. She seems to be having fun talking to these portraits, sharing a bit of her life and her thoughts. ]
I will be another year older! Though. . . I don't know if I am wiser. Or better as a person.
I wonder if I am any closer to becoming a sister Ayato can trust, or a... good girlfriend to Cloud. Someone mature and dependable, someone who doesn't always rely on his help. . .
I... hope you do not mind that I say this, [ She looks at Claudia's portrait at this time, and even bows her head. ] but I would like to become Cloud's wife.
W- When the time comes, of course! [ ayaka you're talking to yourself, why are you getting flustered sfdgasd ]
Though, I don't know when that time will be. It does not feel like I am maturing... and that "time" feels further and further away. And when I think of that, I think of my responsibility as someone who must continue the name of the Kamisato Clan. How my brother will never become truly happy, if I am not able to.
[ It was fun talking about her plans for her birthday earlier, but now, when there's no one listening but her mother, her true role model, as well as Claudia, there's no need to filter anything. These are thoughts that she can't even tell Cloud, and she tends to tell him everything provided that the time is right. But when he's involved, and because it is about her imperfections and insecurities, she can't. By no means it is Cloud's fault, it is her own. ]
... I must apologise, I did not mean to talk about my burdens at length. Especially on such a happy occasion. Perhaps it is best that I retire for the night.
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➣ Special Delivery! Sept 28 🌸
Dear Ayaka,
If you'd like, feel free to share the bath salts and sparklers with Cloud, Ayato, and Thoma! There are a ton of delightful fragrances to choose from and they make for a relaxing time while you bathe. They make you feel like you're inside an onsen at your home.
Thank you for everything you've done for me all these years. Your kindness shines brighter than any firework! Having you as a friend has been such a blessing, the bestest friend anyone can ask for. Hope you have a wonderful birthday!
✧( ु•⌄• )◞◟( •⌄• ू )✧
action / 28th september aka spoil ayaya day [1/2]
it's a strange feeling to actually be using vacation days, but today is more than special enough.
he's already dressed when he makes it to the living room, greeting ayaka with a warm smile. in his hand is a small-ish sized box, with an envelope tucked into the ribbon wrapped around it. his other, holds a pretty paper bag covered with flowers.
inside the wrapping of the box there is a hand crafted custom jewellery box he's had made for her. when she opens the lid she'll find a set of snowflake themed jewellery and cherry blossom as well.
inside the paper bag is a bag of flower bulbs of Tulipa edulis along with a picture of what they'll bloom into. along with that is a small note: The Tulipa edulis's scientific name is Amana edulis. The plant itself is about 15 cm. The white flower that resembles the tulip blooms in spring. The flower is edible and is said to have effect to give vigor. Tulipa edulis grows among the plains. The flower closes in at cloudy days. }
Good morning, and Happy Birthday Ayaka.
{ he'll lean into where she's sitting, pressing a small kiss atop her head as he offers both sets of gifts and the letter out to her. }
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She's just relaxing in the living room, after having had breakfast. Opting to have her tea there instead of in the dining. She sits up straight when she sees Ayato though, her eyes brightening up because it's always so exciting to start the day seeing her brother. ]
Good morning, Ayato. You're up early. [ Heh. She doesn't mean to tease, but she can't help it. ): Hopefully she doesn't ruin Ayato's good mood. ] Thank you.
[ Ayato may have presents with him, but she's been waiting for him, too! She has a fairly big midnight blue box next to her, with gold and black ribbons next to her. He's had so many of her sakura mochi, but she hopes he'll still like what she prepared for him.
She gets up now, ready to serve him if there's anything he'd like. ]
Would you also like some tea?
[ They're going out today, but it's still polite to offer. ]
is the worst brother who rocks up 5 days late with boba-
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AND BECAUSE I FORGOT GASDGSD
sDGSDKGK I DID TOO....
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28th septemberletter [2/2]
This is your first birthday here and I'm aware I'll be taking a lot of your time today. I've given my apologies to Cloud, but hopefully you'll be able to spend all evening together.
You've grown so much since being in Nippon, but impressively so while here, even if you may not see if for yourself. I'm incredibly proud of you, as I'm sure our parents are as well.
I hope today you'll allow me to treat you, and forgo any need for any presentation. I hope you are able to just enjoy your day as the Ayaka I know and love dearly.
Love,
Ayato.
september 28th 🌸
Frankly? Cloud would have felt guilty, or even weirded out, if he'd been the one to take all of her time. After all, it's like he said before. They're all they have. It's not a competition about whose more important to the other. There's a sense of fulfilment knowing that Ayaka went out the door with her brother. That these halcyon days could keep going for just a little longer.
But! That didn't mean Ayaka wouldn't know that her beau was thinking of her. So, besides what gifts he's already planned
(may or may not be jealous of the thought Yoimiya put into hers FDSKLJA), she would receive a text from her beau while she was out with Ayato. Just one. She'd have to wait to hear anything else from him tonight. But the text is...empty? Empty except for the single-attached photo. A clear photograph of a...letter?Just written today after she'd left for her birthday outing. ]
[ ... did this dork get impatient and couldn't wait to give her a letter so he took a pic and sent it to her first?! ... Yeah. Yeah. That's Cloud. That's her beau. ]
Delivery
It's a small package! But it has some tea samples he found while shopping that he hadn't seen in her teahouse and a gift card for the store he found them from, if she wants to check it out.
The card simply says: "Happy Holidays from Jean"
Delivery
It's a teacup set of Egyptian style that comes with its own teapot and a nice tray. There's also a rather charming golden necklace with a lotus blooming on it.
The handwritten letter says this;
Dear Ayaka,
I am pleased that we met when we did. Meeting you has made me realized a lot of things about myself and has made me change some outdated perspectives I had. Thank you very much, and I hope you can continue to show me the way, especially if I ever seem to go in the wrong direction again.
Sincerely,
Ozymandias
Delivery
The note says;
"Dear Ayaka,
I hope you enjoy these mochi. The CD was made specially for you to play in the tea house, should you like them.
Happy Holidays.
Sincerely,
Ren"
OOC note: feel free to come up with 8-10 songs that Ren would have sung. They can be any genre, but mostly the theme is calm and serene.
january 5th • text, un: cloudstrife
[ It's been a fun night; between drinking tea and sake under a warm kotatsu, one magic-fueled snowball battle, an attempt at ice skating and being the worst teacher for someone else, a ill-chosen battle against the Dark Queen of Summer in Fire Water Chess, breaking it down on the digital dance floor and more... It's a miracle he's held out this long before tucking himself into a corner somewhere. No one was asking him to turn into a social butterfly or be the life of the party, mind, but it's a combined effort! To make a conscious choice in supporting Ayaka and their companions- to make an effort.
That and the number of drinks it took to finally get him beyond buzzed. That also helped. Still feeling clear enough in the head that he wasn't just stumbling idiot, he is plenty loosened up enough by the time the festivities were finally beginning to wind down. Loosened up and...happy. He was looking forward to going home.
More importantly, he was looking forward to going home with a certain white heron in tow. They're both still in the same house, but, before Cloud can find her, her phone will buzz. One text message. ]
(*´▽`*)
[ Second text message. ]
what time we thinkin of headin out? no rush.
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[ It's Cloud! This party has been a lot of fun, and they did split up to socialise some and do other things. Hearing from him again even though they're in the same place perks her up by a lot, and she starts looking around to see if he's nearby.
She cannot seem to find him though, so she decides to head outside to see if he's there. ]
It has gotten late, hasn't it? Perhaps we should get ready to leave.
Where are you? I'd like to come and find you.
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march 14th ♕ white day
There's never been a better feeling in the world than the comfort her slender hold in his gave. Anchoring him. Grounding him and telling him when everything was going to be okay, and being the one who could grant and give her the very same salvation. He can try, and he can only admire her furthermore and follow her as he always has (chasing her never stopped being his goal), but Cloud wasn't as creative as she was with their retreading of memory lane. He also couldn't just copy her idea either. Whilst he didn't have an extravagant getaway in mind this time with their day beginning in Sunwaning, and spending the day out just with her, Cloud did have one idea in mind.
And should everything go smoothly tonight... He'll have some help in ending this White Day with a bang.
Somehow. Someway. Cloud not only managed to get enough rest the night before, but just as dawn breaks with only the dulled sound of chirping birds waking up to prelude the day, the blond swordsman carefully, stealthily, manages to slip out of bed with her, footsteps like treading water without so much as a ripple. She's asleep still...though he imagines she may not be for much longer, so...he'd best make good on his promise for her. Only retreating from the bedroom long enough to pad down the hall for the bathroom, returning a couple minutes later with a freshly splashed face of water before he carefully sneaks back in again...
His weight is added to the bed as he carefully sits on the edge of it, mako-infused blues scouting an unoccupied hand lingering over the blankets. Then his eyes flick back to his own hand for a moment, giving it a flex before softly humming with a sigh through his nose.
He doesn't know if this is going to wake Ayaka up, but, the gentle pressure of his hand resting atop hers is a start. And if he can manage it without waking her, she'll have it held in his properly as he sits and waits for her, watching her with a warm expression he may not even register is there. ]
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It's only when her body registers a familiar warmth that wasn't there that she grows more and more conscious. Her fingers twitch and she slowly opens her eyes, waking up to find her beau looking at her.
At first, Ayaka does not say anything, but smiles up at him. She squeezes his hand and nuzzles against her pillow some more. Much as she'd like to go back to sleep just because she's so comfortable, if this is what she's waking up to, then there really would be no reason to go back to dreamland. ]
Good morning, my love.
[ She knows what day it is!!! It is the PROMISED DAY OF HANDHOLDS!!! And as excited as she is, she merely wishes to follow Cloud's lead and not get ahead of any plans he may have set for this day. u///u Her beau is still at the forefront of every decision, even on a day like this. ]
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