[Yuuto laughs, completely relaxed in her company again, until she throws that at him. He makes a small noise of surprise as he turns to face her again, cheeks already more red than he’d like. How does he respond to that???
He’s really missed goofing off like this. Despite being red faced and flustered, Yuuto tries to feign some calm and confidence as he reaches out to hold her chin. He frowns stubbornly when challenging her back:]
[He begins to relax again, but only slightly. This kind of teasing can get dangerous fast. If he pushes back then he could be taken under pretty fast.
Yuuto doesn't release her face, at least, and returns her gaze. But his own determined expression is giving way to shyness. It's hard not to melt a bit when he sees that look in her eyes. Inaba really is the most amazing girl he's ever met.]
... I-- The Spacetime Kami rarely receives requests of any sort, so... I'm not sure what it's like. [He's trying to pretend this is strictly a 'professional' matter, hoping to recover some courage.]
[ Oh, that expression is absolute gold and she plans on milking it for all its worth, so she finds herself playfully humming before trying to push her voice a little more innocently. ]
Hmm? Is that so? I'm sorry, I'm from another world so I don't know any better...
[Yuuto moves his hand to cup her cheek rather than holding her chin. This gives him some power in their weird teasing battle, right? He's not sure. It may be impossible to win in this kind of game, but he's here to try.
Part of that effort apparently includes blushing a lot and struggling to hide it.]
W-Well. If you say it enough, I'll do anything that you ask. I'm a very generous kami. What would you like, Himeko? Just the base?
Of course she does. But naturally, she has to be a little playful, otherwise their little game will come to an abrupt end and she has to actually think again. But right now, in this moment, she's allowed to loosen up in a way that makes her feel less rigid.
Less of an ice princess.
She doesn't stop the way his hand moves. Instead, she leans into the touch, knowing that would give her some sense of comfort. ]
Anything?
[ The teasing doesn't stop. ]
That's a dangerous word to use, kami-sama.
[ She uses the term as a bit of a joke rather than taking it seriously. She's feeling a little more confident with each word to the point where it's a bit cocky, her next words spoken in a sing-song tone, as if she'd won a prize for a game show. ]
How many times should I say it then? Well, if you would, please -- I'd like that. I mean, if you need me to give you the schematics for the layout, I can. But if I'm allowed to be greedy and ask for more... We'd be here all day. But for now: I suppose I'll be answering the long asked question of if I want dinner, a bath, or you with wanting to share the hot springs with you.
[Her bold response alone was enough to make Yuuto’s defenses crack. Being called kami-sama and and feeling her lean into his hand have effectively destroyed whatever was left. Yuuto can hear her getting more playful and decides not to be the one to end the game, assuming that Inaba also finds it comforting to act normal right now. But he does press forward and kiss her forehead before continuing; A gentle show of honest affection between the teasing.]
You can have it all.
[He moves back again to meet her gaze. In keeping with their game, he tries to turn his shy smile into something more devious and his tone teasing.]
… If you beg properly.
Though when you say those things, you make me want to be a very greedy kami. Am I going to end up begging for you?
A~nything? Even… Cooking with me sometime? The normal way… or teaching me to use a normal computer? Or, hm…
[It’s Yuuto’s turn to sound more teasing and confident, even if his tactic is about to involve playing a different role. He tilts her face towards his again and lowers himself to make the distance between them easier to cross.]
… Stay with me for a while? As the Spacetime Kami, I’ve decided. I don’t want any space between us. Please..? Don’t resist?
Well, the first parts were normal enough. Cooking would be nice, even though she already knows that she's not that great of a cook. She learned a bit from people who are good, but that doesn't make her an expert by any means.
She'd be willing to teach him how to use a computer, though.
[It's cute when Inaba turns red like this. Yuuto knows better than to comment, but his smile does soften affectionately as he admires the new look on her face.]
Good. Thank you, Himeko. [He drops the teasing to kiss her cheek, before finally releasing her face.]
Then let's go. [He offers to take her hand to lead her forward,] I promised you a hot bath. Are you tense from working hard? Do you need a massage too?
Yay! [He cheers in a half-teasing manner, but given Yuuto's character he is probably sincere in his happiness. Spoiling people is his favorite way to show love, after all.
The hot spring itself is behind a wooden building, where people are expected to shower before taking a soak. Yuuto stops at the entrance and grins, seeming quite proud of himself for getting Inaba here.]
Do you remember when we met at the cherry blossom tree? I offered for you to come here then... and now we're finally getting around to it! It feels like such a long time ago.
Last time it was because you had to stop me from being an idiot. I guess that part hasn't changed, huh? [He laughs lightly so she'll know he's joking.]
Thank you for sticking around. I'm glad we made it this far.
[Both in the sense of their relationship changing and the literal 'making it to the hot spring.' He lightly tugs her hand towards the door.]
You can go ahead and shower first? I'll meet you at the water in a bit?
[ Babysitting idiots, she means. But she shakes her head. ] Don't thank me. I didn't really do much. But yeah, I'll go in first -- I'll see in you in a bit.
["I want to thank you," is what he almost says. Yuuto stands by his gushy love confession and all of its variants. He feels like he has Inaba to thank for so many wonderful things in his life.
But he bites his tongue this time. They fought over this before and he's trying to understand why. Inaba doesn't need his approval in the way that Yuuto seeks validation from others. Instead of insisting on love and gratefulness with his words this time, he'll just have to show it with the massage later. Maybe make her dinner or dessert, take her out for a relaxing walk or something--
He smiles and waves.]
Right! Take your time! [And once she's gone, Yuuto realizes what it means to offer to take a hot springs bath with your girlfriend.
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He’s really missed goofing off like this. Despite being red faced and flustered, Yuuto tries to feign some calm and confidence as he reaches out to hold her chin. He frowns stubbornly when challenging her back:]
So you don’t want your secret base?
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[ There's a teasing lilt to her voice, her gaze fixed on his with dark eyes filled with determination. ]
I don't mind saying it... although are you sure that's what you want?
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Yuuto doesn't release her face, at least, and returns her gaze. But his own determined expression is giving way to shyness. It's hard not to melt a bit when he sees that look in her eyes. Inaba really is the most amazing girl he's ever met.]
... I-- The Spacetime Kami rarely receives requests of any sort, so... I'm not sure what it's like. [He's trying to pretend this is strictly a 'professional' matter, hoping to recover some courage.]
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Then... maybe I should ask the spacetime kami for many requests. That is, if he wouldn't mind me saying 'please' many times.
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... Why is the idea of you saying 'please' making me like this? I-It's only polite to say 'please' to a kami! This is normal!
[Her smile is worrying him.]
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Hmm? Is that so? I'm sorry, I'm from another world so I don't know any better...
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[Yuuto moves his hand to cup her cheek rather than holding her chin. This gives him some power in their weird teasing battle, right? He's not sure. It may be impossible to win in this kind of game, but he's here to try.
Part of that effort apparently includes blushing a lot and struggling to hide it.]
W-Well. If you say it enough, I'll do anything that you ask. I'm a very generous kami. What would you like, Himeko? Just the base?
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Of course she does. But naturally, she has to be a little playful, otherwise their little game will come to an abrupt end and she has to actually think again. But right now, in this moment, she's allowed to loosen up in a way that makes her feel less rigid.
Less of an ice princess.
She doesn't stop the way his hand moves. Instead, she leans into the touch, knowing that would give her some sense of comfort. ]
Anything?
[ The teasing doesn't stop. ]
That's a dangerous word to use, kami-sama.
[ She uses the term as a bit of a joke rather than taking it seriously. She's feeling a little more confident with each word to the point where it's a bit cocky, her next words spoken in a sing-song tone, as if she'd won a prize for a game show. ]
How many times should I say it then? Well, if you would, please -- I'd like that. I mean, if you need me to give you the schematics for the layout, I can. But if I'm allowed to be greedy and ask for more... We'd be here all day. But for now: I suppose I'll be answering the long asked question of if I want dinner, a bath, or you with wanting to share the hot springs with you.
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Yuuto can hear her getting more playful and decides not to be the one to end the game, assuming that Inaba also finds it comforting to act normal right now. But he does press forward and kiss her forehead before continuing; A gentle show of honest affection between the teasing.]
You can have it all.
[He moves back again to meet her gaze. In keeping with their game, he tries to turn his shy smile into something more devious and his tone teasing.]
… If you beg properly.
Though when you say those things, you make me want to be a very greedy kami. Am I going to end up begging for you?
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This feeling, this way of life -- she wishes she could have things stay like this forever. But that's just a dream.
She knows that. And yet -- she can't help herself. Her smile widens. This feels like a reversal of what she's used to. ]
Then... if you do this for me. I'll do anything you ask?
Although I wouldn't say no to you begging for me, either.
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[It’s Yuuto’s turn to sound more teasing and confident, even if his tactic is about to involve playing a different role. He tilts her face towards his again and lowers himself to make the distance between them easier to cross.]
… Stay with me for a while? As the Spacetime Kami, I’ve decided. I don’t want any space between us. Please..? Don’t resist?
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Well, the first parts were normal enough. Cooking would be nice, even though she already knows that she's not that great of a cook. She learned a bit from people who are good, but that doesn't make her an expert by any means.
She'd be willing to teach him how to use a computer, though.
She can imagine it easily.
But then.
He drops that bombshell. Her face burns and... ]
--yeah. I can grant that request of yours.
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Good. Thank you, Himeko. [He drops the teasing to kiss her cheek, before finally releasing her face.]
Then let's go. [He offers to take her hand to lead her forward,] I promised you a hot bath. Are you tense from working hard? Do you need a massage too?
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Mm, a hot bath would be nice. But I'm fine, really.
[ She's totally tense, don't believe her. ]
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[He’s still leasing her to the hot spring regardless. It’s not a very far walk, though they do need to get through some gates in order to reach it.]
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Alright, alright, fine, you got me. You can.
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The hot spring itself is behind a wooden building, where people are expected to shower before taking a soak. Yuuto stops at the entrance and grins, seeming quite proud of himself for getting Inaba here.]
Do you remember when we met at the cherry blossom tree? I offered for you to come here then... and now we're finally getting around to it! It feels like such a long time ago.
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[ Inaba answers, wearing a fond smile. Their relationship was so different back then. It's honestly kind of surreal. ]
I mean, a few months can feel like "a long time ago", for sure.
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Thank you for sticking around. I'm glad we made it this far.
[Both in the sense of their relationship changing and the literal 'making it to the hot spring.' He lightly tugs her hand towards the door.]
You can go ahead and shower first? I'll meet you at the water in a bit?
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[ Babysitting idiots, she means. But she shakes her head. ] Don't thank me. I didn't really do much. But yeah, I'll go in first -- I'll see in you in a bit.
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But he bites his tongue this time. They fought over this before and he's trying to understand why. Inaba doesn't need his approval in the way that Yuuto seeks validation from others. Instead of insisting on love and gratefulness with his words this time, he'll just have to show it with the massage later. Maybe make her dinner or dessert, take her out for a relaxing walk or something--
He smiles and waves.]
Right! Take your time! [And once she's gone, Yuuto realizes what it means to offer to take a hot springs bath with your girlfriend.
w e l p.]