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[ Cloud gives her a half-hug, but she hugs him real tight before he lets go. A promise of more experiences together, something new to remember today, and more happy days to come. Ayaka's so excited! But they'll need to get moving now, so that they can go on with their day together. As such, she checks on the korokke, scooping the ones that are already golden brown out, before replacing uncooked ones into the pot.

When all of the potato korokke are cooked, she helps out with the rice. She did just ask Cloud to cook it, after all. She has to make the onigiri, still! Nothing cute like how she would make things for Cloud, as she doesn't really have the time to properly decorate things today, so they just look like the regular triangular shaped ones with shredded chicken inside!

The tea is kept relatively warm, still, but Ayaka intends to bring it to Cloud's apartment now. She and her lovely beau leave the Kamisato's apartment with a note on the table, as well as a nice and warm breakfast spread for Ayato. With Ayaka's morning responsibilities done? They can truly celebrate today just by themselves!

Starting by finally pouring the tea for Cloud, and then a cup for herself. Something nice smells in the kitchen, but she does not ask about it just yet. It is Cloud's surprise, after all! ]

[ The entire breakfast endeavor takes less than an hour from start to finish! He really was like a little sous chef, prepping and handling the smaller jobs while Ayaka was responsible for and taking charge of the onigiri and korokke. As the two of them set the breakfast spread down on the table, his gaze briefly drifted to the other side of the apartment. Over in the direction of where her older brother would come in due time. ]

...

[ Right. One step at a time, he mentally tells himself as the two take their leave of the apartment. Now- Now they can have their tea! Cloud, meanwhile, brings her box of chocolates and white chocolate camellia with them. Setting it down on his own living room table, he leaves plenty of space for Ayaka's tea tray and cups when she finally pours for him. Humming his approval with a nod, he reaches for it once she's poured for herself. He'll check on the dutch oven sitting on his stovetop in a little bit, a familiar aroma filling the air of his apartment. ]

Can't believe I didn't think to ask... [ But! It is an important part of their lives still. They spent their time together and apart learning more about this new world they would be 'saving'. Seeking out new restaurants, if they could find a genuine teahouse, things like that, but, ] You come across any good places to keep training yet?

[ Y'know. Besides a house they'll hafta keep daydreaming about for now. ]

I thought the gym would be like a dojo, but it was a very different place!

[ Still, there was a part of it similar to a dojo. She sparred with Venat there, Cloud! But there were lots of people and some machines that she doesn't really understand just yet... ]

I was told to come back some time so I could be given a tour.

[ OuO They were so nice to her!! So she really will when she has the time. ]

There is also the colosseum, which had dummies you could use to train.

[ Now that they're sat and alone? Ayaka pulls the box closer to her. Looks at Cloud, then back at the box, then back at him again. If she were the type to vibrate from excitement, she would be doing so by now, but she's doing her very best to be a good girl! ]

Would it be alright to open the box already?

Were there a ton of weights and weird looking things to sit at?

[ Because if so, this was Ayaka's introduction to a more modern gym! Not many places were fully decked out that he came across. ]

Mind if I check it out with you?

[ Cloud and Ayaka had zero problems when it came to fitness, but. He would be lying if he said he wasn't curious about other methods of exercise that didn't revolve around squats, push-ups, sit-ups and destroying things with a big ass sword. When looks between the box, back to him, back to the box, now back to him—

~~The chocolates are now diamonds.~~ ]

[ A softer little chuckle escapes him, lifting the cup of tea to his lips before answering, ]

Kinda surprised you haven't already. [ A sip. If she wants a direct answer? ] Let's see.

There was one that looked like a motorcycle! It was stationary, however. The tour was said to be free of charge, so we can schedule a day together and visit.

[ What are these descriptions ]

And, hehe, [ Now she's a little embarrassed. She's been wanting to open the box since he gave it to her! But she had things to do, and wanted to give it proper attention. Surely Cloud can understand! ] I should have opened it sooner, I'm sorry.

[ Ayaka's content, though! That's a good enough answer for her, which is why she carefully unravels the ribbon to push up the lid of the box to open it. Her first White Day gift!! That she has to share (unfortunately). She's so, so lucky and so happy Cloud wanted to celebrate this with her.

... ]

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[ It is the flower that catches her eye at first, what with it being in the centre of the box. The little sakura balls are all so very pretty— the entire thing is! But her eyes widen ever so slowly as its beauty dawns on her by the second. ]

This is so beautiful!

[ And you can eat it?! Goodness! It must have taken so long to make this! And— how much did he spend?! This couldn't have been cheap, for something so well-crafted! Ayaka finds her heart racing, unsure what words to even say at this time. This was so thoughtful of him... not that he isn't on a normal day, but this feels so much more special. It's White Day, and all of this is for her. From him. Her love, her beau, her hero, her Prince, the person just for her.

If this is his way of returning the affection she's given him... he had better be ready for the days to come. Ayaka already fully intends to never let a moment go by without telling Cloud she loves him. But this just means that she has to work even harder to make her beau happy and shower him with the love that he deserves. ]

Hehe. I'm afraid I'm at a loss for words... I feel so very light, and so in-love.

Ohhh, an exercise bike. They'll give you a good workout depending on the weight of the pedals.

[ He'll go with her some time! Nodding in acknowledgement, he can't help but faintly blush when she begins to unravel the ribbon for the lid. He thought he liked it, and he knew that if he was putting a modicum of thought into his gift to her, she'd like it one way or another. But Ayaka...she always found a way to go above and beyond for him in turn. Here he was, sitting on a couch in his own apartment beside hers, tea in hand and living life without so much fret and worry as before. Despite the stakes that would no doubt continue to build, he still couldn't help but feel that this has been the most...

Normal.

So when her eyes light up at the camellia in the center, he can't help but sigh with relief, a warm smile growing on his lips as he watches her. ]

[ "Hehe. I'm afraid I'm at a loss for words..." ]

Then I did my job. [ He sets his cup of tea down momentarily, long enough for his hands to be free so that he can lean over to her, hand atop her lap for support as he drops every little semblance of a 'guard' he had to kiss her on the cheek. It's...hard to really resist at this stage. Not when she looked this happy. It rubs off on him, leaving an impact that he couldn't put into words properly. It's a good thing he's better with his actions. ] Happy White Day.

[ It is White Day— a day to show appreciation and thanks to the person who gave you a Valentine's present, but she can't help it!! She wants to give back to Cloud thousandfold as soon as possible!

With the box on her lap, it is so very easy to take one of the sakura balls, unwrap it, and pop it in her mouth. Yet another big bite from the Shirasagi Himegimi! But that's okay. It's just the two of them, and she already knows that he won't judge her for being unladylike. Especially at a time like this. ]

Mm! [ No squealing or anything, but she does let out a soft giggle upon tasting it. It's delicious!! So delicious that she must share, so she opens up another sakura ball and offers it to her beau, shifting in her seat so she can press herself up against him as she places the chocolate ball close to his lips. ] Hehe. Say ah~.

[ Seeing her pop the little sakura ball in her mouth only kept that smile on his face for longer. He might have had his road blocks since coming here, but watching her face and how she would softly giggle with delight over the little chocolate delight... These were the moments Cloud felt that he wouldn't dare stop fighting for. Not after almost a year of this. Not after he's finally felt like he's gotten his life back. Even if it's a path he never really anticipated for himself before... He'll cherish these little tidbits.

Even when she unwraps another little sakura ball, pressing herself up against him whilst his arm shifts from around her front, to gliding down her back to better allow her access to him. She was so close to him now... She's still the same swordswoman he befriended and fell for all that time ago, but she's much more bolder now. Far more willing to express what's in her heart.

Far be it from Cloud to not answer her in kind, face absolutely ripe red with fluster when she implores him to say "ah~". He damn near feels like melting with her right here. Take that sakura ball and forget about the tea for a moment and just bring her down to lay right on top of him. To just hold her with no sign of letting go. ]

Hmph...

Ah~

[ He takes it. The whole ball of chocolate, using the roof of his mouth and tongue to smoosh it down before letting the sweeter flavors dance on his palate. And now that he's got sealed lips with the chocolate melting in his mouth? He's free to take the Shirasagi Himegimi off guard once more. A sealed kiss on the lips, one accompanied by another soft hum before he draws back to chew the treat quickly enough to swallow. ]

Cute.

Thank you very much, Cloud.

[ She feels so special!! Not that Cloud fails to do so no matter the day, but given how she wanted to celebrate today? This is so important to her.

(She's gonna celebrate big time when their anniversary comes.)

Cloud may not have forgotten about the tea just yet, but his girlfriend has. Gone is the sweet piece of chocolate she's tried, and she's so very keen on making the most out of such a special day. On being spoiled. On being shown affection. And it's why she hasn't moved from her spot, still leaning on him the same way when she offered him a chocolate ball. ]

Won't you kiss me some more?

[ Ayato's not here... They both have nothing to worry about! ]

[ His gaze never has a chance of drifting back to the tea. Not when she hasn't left his side. In fact, she draws him in even more. Her words ring like a melodious echo. "Keep your eyes on me." And just like that, the world around them dissipates. There is no next door. There is no neighbors or family members. In this solitary moment, she's all he wants and all he can think about. especially when every kiss, every touch she gifts him is nothing short of electrifying. Stronger than anything the loosened inhibitions of Kizuna could accomplish. This world really was one of affection and companionship.

He would have no problem providing the support that others may need if they were going to accomplish great things in this world. If they were going to make a difference, assuming Olwen and his lot were trustworthy. It's still so early to tell... But only one person deserved this kind of touch. This level of affection and admiration. His lips on hers. His eyes watching her with adoration and hunger. She's the only one he wants. And if he has any say in the matter, it's the way things were going to stay.

Her White Day would be full of heart pounding memories. This being the start of many today if she would like anything and everything he could give her. There's nothing to worry about. And he succumbs with no hesitation whatsoever, this time leaning into her kiss more passionately. One sweep of his lips. A second...the third has his lips parting as fireworks pop off in his head. All the while his hold of her doesn't wane. If anything, he lounges more comfortably back in his seat on the couch as they begin to make out, face flush and heart hammering away in his chest. ]

[ This is all truly Cloud's fault. Giving Ayaka the space to be herself, to express how she really feels, there's no going back for him. Cloud's stuck in this endless loop of being showered all the love she could possibly give and more, and her asking to be shown affection in turn. She could never be this way towards anyone else.

And so, in this little safe space Cloud has created for them both, she grows more comfortable. Adding a little more weight on him as he leans back in his seat, his white heron princess a little bit more— just a little bit— kissing Cloud, getting a little more of that sweet white chocolate-y taste. They have somewhere to be, a meal to eat soon, but she doesn't think it would hurt to keep at this a little longer... ]

Our first White Day, [ whispered in between kisses, because Ayaka truly is full of gratitude and happiness on this day. This is something she never would have been able to experience if she had never met Cloud. ] When we go out later,

[ It's gonna take a while for her to say the whole thing, breath running ragged, voice turning more airy with each sweep of her tongue. ]

I'd like you to choose the dress I will wear.

[ It's safe to say that whatever they have to eat? It's a meal that can luckily be kept to...stew, as it were. Even with the aroma filling his apartment space in a familiar way, the only scent he's concerned with is the one of his girlfriend, weight upon him when she whispers how it's their first White Day between kisses. And of course he answers her in kind. Of course when he gets the taste of her and that sweet white chocolate on his tongue, he hums his approval before one of his hands upon her hip drifts a little higher up. ]

Yeah?

[ It'd be impossible for Ayaka to pick something to look bad in. But he knows exactly what she means, too. It's his choice. His attention. His thoughts and observations she seeks. His eyes on her. And he'll give her all of that and more. ]

Gonna hafta see you in 'em first to decide.

[ Model for him. He'll do his best to be as patient as he can for her. A good boy. Despite the fact that upon the next deepened kiss he shares with her, his hand glides up between them. Just a little bit of earnest stimulation for his girl when he palms and caresses one of her breasts. A little indicator that, yes, he is paying attention, Ayaka. ]

Hehe, alright.

[ That's a very quick and easy agreement from the Shirasagi Himegimi. She'd do anything he asks her to, just as long as he does his part- to keep his eyes on her. ]

Ah— [ That came out a little more airy and melodic than it should have. Holding hands, hugging, kissing— they're all well and good, even moreso in this world. His touch feels so hot, though, just a little more of her weight on him, so she can feel more. Her hand rests on his chest, just above his pec, comfy and secure. Even if they didn't go beyond touching one another, making out and all, that's okay. Ayaka just can't get enough of Cloud. When she told him before that she will always want to be with him, it never really mattered how. Just as long as she was with him. ]

I'm so excited for today, Cloud.

[ Even the subtle addition of pressure from her hand upon his pec was enough to get a reaction out of him. Enough that the muscle instinctively tenses and flexes under her delicate touch. Hopefully she didn't mind, this fleeting reprieve between kisses and filling that space with his hotter caress. If they weren't careful, he was going to get aroused before their day could truly begin...but he really didn't mind that part. But he's also not mindless either. Beyond that subtle floral tone that follows her when being so close to her, he still hasn't forgotten about what's on the stovetop counter. ]

Took the words outta my mouth.

[ It can wait. As Ayaka puts more of her weight on him, the hand that was once on her chest, squeezing softly through her top, moves as he shifts to get more comfortable. This time, his hand on her hip dips down, just shy of her backside as he effortlessly coaxes her to come a little closer. Lifting her just enough so that she could get nice and comfortable right in his lap. How she did it mattered little to him. Sitting sideways across his thighs, straddling him, he holds her like she was a lifeline.

Safe and sound in his stronger arms as he looks at her with a soft glow in those baby blues. ]

After...

[ After what? This? Whatever they decide they want to do? Whatever Ayaka wants of her beau? ]

Gonna need your second opinion on lunch.

[ Ayaka is quick to take the cue, sliding close to him and settling on his lap with her legs on either side of his. For a moment, before sitting on his lap, she's able to look at him from a higher angle. Noticing his lashes, how wonderful his eyes truly are, her own not at all looking away even as she sits down. Her eyes are just on him, just as his eyes are on hers.

He said something. He said something, and it must be important, but she's far too captivated with the view to properly pay attention. ]

Yes, [ she says, just saying something in agreement without properly thinking. At the very least, it doesn't take long for her to realise this, and she smiles at him as she lets out a soft laugh. ]

What... will we be having?

[ He was talking about lunch, right? She's playing in her head what he just said a few seconds ago. Sorry, Cloud. She really was paying attention, swollen red lips and pink cheeks and all. ]

[ It's like he's looking up at an angel. Looking upon him from on high, and seeing him for everything that he is. Eyes a rich blue with those traces of green that gradient thanks in part to the mako. She smiles...and he can't help but join her when she laughs. She really was so beautiful...and she awoke a side of him he didn't even knew existed. Made him feel at his most comfortable. Perhaps they really should hold off on letting things get too heated. But that would involve him wanting to stop, and ignore that loud voice in his head that kept yelling to kiss her again. Touch her again. Give her something to really pay attention to with the light swell of her red lips, dusted cheeks...electrified body beneath his touch.

Just as she charges him up with her own body. It's like everything they could say or do is magnified by this world's power. Not every touch was the same. Not every touch was euphoric or addictive... It varied from person to person. But only Ayaka had the right to make him feel this kind of way. The way that send warmth from his heart to the tips of his fingers and toes. That brought a wave of heat that pitted in his stomach and threatened to burn in his loins.

Cloud could want her any way, every way, and as long as it was Kamisato Ayaka, he'd let her have anything she wanted. Any way she wanted him. Just like the day they 'consummated' their oni-blessed union.

He almost wants to be tongue-in-cheek about his answer. How he'll be having her. How she'll get to have her fill of him in turn. But as his hands rub the curves of her hips, failing to resist the urge to gently rock her in his lap as heaven envelopes them both, ]

Stew.

[ Ayaka had a feeling what lunch would be, given the aroma coming from the kitchen. Cloud finally revealing what it is not only confirms it, but gets Ayaka to melt all the more.

She's so relaxed on his lap like this, the ecstasy from being held and touching him in turn already making her feel as if she doesn't need anything else but this. Yet, Cloud adds to that with the emotions he's making her feel.

"When you do and say things like that... It makes my heart beat really fast."

The two had talked about Cloud making stew for some time now, but it's not a feeling of "Finally..." that Ayaka feels when he tells her that. It is a feeling of fulfillment and gratitude, that Cloud would do so much for her. He would extend more of himself for her without even asking for anything back. It really is all unbelievable... How lucky she is that someone loves her for all of her, for all that she truly is.

Cloud needn't ask for anything in return, but Ayaka would still devote herself to him. She would give everything to him without him even saying anything. Her attention, her eyes on him, all the love and care that she could ever give and more, because it is what he deserves. And given how much they've been kissing each other today, how romantic this holiday is supposed to be, she would give him her touch, her kisses, her body and warmth. All of it, until he's content. ]

I love you. [ He knows— of course he does, because Ayaka does her best in not letting a single moment pass by without her telling him. But she says that right before she kisses him again, one hand on his cheek now while the other on his shoulder as she presses herself up against him. Cloud might have something cooking in the kitchen, but the kiss she gives him is so heated and filled with passion, being the one to ask for access to his mouth with her tongue so she can shower him with more love and attention. ] I love you, Cloud.

[ He can't forget. He shouldn't forget about the stew, even though his little princess is moving her hips, grinding on her beau's lap as their tongues dance. ]

[ Indeed, there is something cooking in the kitchen. Something that he wouldn't be forgetting, but...he'd be a horrible liar if he said he wasn't really getting excited about what the two of them were cooking right here on the couch, as she swirls her tongue with his and grinds in his lap. Even if this was all they did for now, teasing and edging themselves into a state of arousal that would only make what happens later today that much sweeter... He won't forget. But she's gonna get every little reaction from him that she deserves. Like the moan that rumbles in his throat and breaches his nose as he exhales between kisses.

Or the way his lap was starting to feel a lot stiffer as he spreads his legs to give her more grinding access. Cloud's already beginning to fill out his pants, heat stirring in his loins. And yet...he doesn't stop doing what he's doing now, one of his hands dipping to squeeze her ass before gasping for air upon breaking the next kiss.

Swiping the saliva from his lips, he can't help but calmly smiling for her. Despite how addictive this additive to 'touch' was in this world, he also was still just as happy to make out like this. He doesn't ask for her to take him out of his pants. He doesn't ask to strip her down. Right now? He was just in the mood to ride these teasing waves. It wasn't unbearable. It couldn't be. Not when he already had her for everything that she was. Just as every piece of his heart belonged to her. ]

You got any idea how much you drive me crazy?

[ It is unreal— Cloud has really made her dream come true by returning her affections. And everyday that she lives, she is so thankful that they've met, that he exists in her life, that he holds her hand and promises to stay with her. When he tells asks her that, telling her basically that she drives him crazy? She cannot help but laugh a little. ]

I thought you feel normal when you are with me?

[ Crazy is not normal, Cloud! But she's only teasing... By that definition of "crazy", she is crazy for him, too. He is the first in her thoughts, who she considers at every opportunity, who she yearns for at night. She loves him with all her heart, and she never wishes to be without him. ]

So normal that it's crazy?

[ It comes so naturally to him to say, he can't help but breath against her lips with a smaller laugh of his own. Another kiss. ]

'kay. Love you. Few more and I should check on it.

[ The stew, he means. But after stealing away another kiss, one that leads into a deeper one as he arches his back a little with that next roll of her hips in his lap, ]

Gonna do anything you want, tonight.

[ Again...and again...he kisses her again. Looks into her eyes as he draws away... ]

... one for the road.

[ Kiss. Okay, now he's good. But he won't make any move to shift her out of his lap. That's for the recipient of White Day to decide when she's had enough of her beau. ]

[ Cloud may have wanted her to decide when she's had enough, but she takes what he says as his sign to get up. And rather than chase after him and ask for more, she gives him an acknowledging nod before she pushes herself up and off him.

She has to fix her skirt in the process because it did get bunched up while she was on his lap.

Just because they've stopped touching and kissing each other that their celebration is done, though. Ayaka's just as excited for the next part. ]

What can I help with?

[ Cloud, meanwhile, has to rearrange the front of his own pants from having Ayaka roll in his lap for a while. Taking a deep breath, he doesn't feel dissatisfied for stopping, but he does need to calm down. If they move on, he'll be just fine! With a huff, he reaches for his cup of tea and takes another sip of it before setting it on the table once more. Getting to his feet, he extends his hand for Ayaka. He knows she can get up easily enough, but he's going to make sure she follows him into the kitchen! Hand in hand. ~~His serial handholder...~~ ]

I just wanna know if it's missing anything.

[ Or if it'll even look good to begin with... But guiding her into the kitchen, the smells of subtle spice and beefy broth fill the air, the lid of the pot shaking a little bit from all the bubbling and steam. He made sure to keep the temperature down nice and low...only now letting her go so he can take off the lid.

All so he can show her how much the stew has managed to reduce as the smell only gets stronger. ... he's not sure if he'll be able to make it the same way again. Call it a fluke, but practice makes perfect. Because it's looking really, really good. ]

Whaddya think?

[ Before they head to the kitchen, Ayaka tugs on Cloud's hand because she wants to visit his mom's portrait first! If she's sharing the chocolates he's gifted her to her own brother and retainer, then she thinks Claudia should have a share, too. Just a gesture, because a portrait can't exactly eat a ball of chocolate.

Letting go of his hand so she can slip away, kneel, say a prayer, she ends with offering a ball of chocolate in front of the portrait before asking for uppies. And yes, she takes the box of chocolates with her to the kitchen, too. Yet another prized possession, and something she'll likely reuse once all the chocolates have been eaten. Maybe it can be a letter box or something equally as sentimental.

Now they can go to the kitchen! Just being there fills her with excitement yet again, but she patiently waits for Cloud to lift the lid so she can get a proper look and to properly smell the spices and everything else come together.

It doesn't have to be anything like his mom's. If his mom inspired him to make this, and he did this for her? It is the sweetest and most thoughtful gift. It makes this White Day even more special.

Smiling up at him and gesturing to the pot, she makes a request. He wants to know if there's anything else missing, right? ]

I would like to try a bite, please.

[ Of course they visit his Mom's portrait. He doesn't have a proper shrine set up or anything quite yet, the picture of her and a young little beau sitting on a weaved clothed stand. This time, he stands back and lets Ayaka have a personal moment with Claudia. With each passing day, the memories of his mother and that fleeting moment they got to share together with her were becoming less bittersweet. There would always be a slightly somber air to it all, but Ayaka made remembering her that much brighter. Especially when she sets a little sakura chocolate ball in front of the portrait before she looks back up to him for uppies.

The way Cloud looks at her... He might have softened up around others compared to the way he was before. But there's a sense of adoration that only Kamisato Ayaka would come to know. She didn't just have his heart. It's like she said when they endured the Trial of Love all that time ago. Just as he held all of her, she had every piece of him in turn. The smile on his face told the whole story, kneeling down to take her hand and support her back to her feet before they return to the kitchen together. ]

Coming right up.

[ He wanted her to try it. And with the stew cooking low and slow, despite being hot, it wouldn't be scalding to the tongue either. Not after he gives it another stir with the big wooden spoon. But that wouldn't be what she tasted it with. Tapping the edge of the pot to get rid of the excess saucy goodness, he sets it down on the stovetop before retrieving a silver spoon for his girlfriend.

...

No. This is just as much for him as it was for her. This was something he wanted to finish together with her, as much of a surprise as he wanted this to be. So he offers the spoon to Ayaka. ]

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