[ - alright but considering the fact that his hands definitely got burnt just earlier this month and he's got some gnarly scars that he's still not comfortable showing in public??
there's a moment where he just
COMPLETELY FREEZES
appears to stop breathing
snaps his hand back, turns back toward the kitchen and silently returns back to cooking]
[chuuya pushes himself back up off the couch and returns to the kitchen, though this time it's not to bother baren. he's busy fetching a pair of wine glasses and pulling out a bottle that looks much fancier than any he's ever owned before.]
[SO DEMANDING, GOD. That said Baren's just going to roll his eyes and lightly hipcheck Chuuya as he comes by, just to get his attention so that Baren can blow the steam off a taste test spoon sample of fried rice and bring it over to Chuuya's mouth.]
[why did chuuya the romantic decide to date baren the non-romantic... but regardless he'll bring the food he's cooked over to the table now, shaking his head as he does]
You already need wine...? Was the kid's party that bad?
It's hard really for Baren to articulate what though. It's another sincere moment that leaves him utterly baffled because it's - direct. And that's what Baren likes about Chuuya. He doesn't have to guess at what he's feeling ever. But...
[Baren thinks more than he says and that's why even though he doesn't respond to Chuuya's tease, his brain automatically answers - I like you, I guess.
But he'll sip the wine. And it's good wine. He likes it, too. He doesn't like it as much as Chuuya because honestly there's only one wine snob between the two of them.
[the sight of that bubble makes him flush, and he sputters slightly as he searches for the right words.]
I- fuck, Baren, I'm not thinking about that already! I just meant competition for my attention! It hasn't even been a day, holy shit--
[there's no need for a thought bubble of his own, though, because once he's slightly less flustered he manages to continue, though not meeting baren's eyes.]
...I wouldn't mind it eventually, I guess, I just. Didn't think it'd be your thing.
You just said yourself it hasn't been a day, stupid.
[Things that fluster Baren: basic couple shit Things that don't fluster Baren: marriage, apparently
- the funny thing is that weddings probably would've flustered him three years ago. They should probably fluster him now? He has a Thing about commitment, after all.
But it's part of that constantly greedy, forever asking, always wanting more personality of his that keeps him from flustering the same way. He's actually just really hungry so he's gonna keep eating.
And then once he's done with his bite, he waves his fork around as a vague gesture.]
It's not my thing at all. It's dumb and expensive. There are better reasons to invite all your friends to an open bar. The ceremony is unnecessary and the only benefit I see is getting gifts and a better deal on taxes.
But I figured it'd be your thing, even if it's not mine. I'm not surprised.
[he'll take a couple bites as well while baren continues eating, with a happy little sound-- it may not be his favorite dish, but it's up there on the list, so. it'll pretty much always make him happy, tbh.]
It's less expensive if you keep it small... but that's the only benefit, really? Rings are a pretty good way to drive other people off, y'know.
[ . . . . . Baren looks over Chuuya's thought bubbles and wonders -
I had to pick an idiot romantic, didn't I?
Ugh. He rolls his eyes before reaching up to run a hand through his hair irritatedly - ]
I know you will.
But it's harder to get divorced than it is to just leave if you ever want to. So talk to me about it in like a year or two. If you're still as into the idea, I'll think about it.
[jesus christ just give him a heart attack why don't you.
chuuya just about drops his fork with that last thought, nearly fumbling it before he manages to keep his grip and just. stuffs another bite in his mouth before he can say anything.
Like you don't already have it. Idiot.]
...Might call off if I can, I think. I'm not sure I feel like going in.
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[...he says, as he grabs at baren's hand and smooches the back of it.]
I'm gonna hate you more if you burn dinner, though, go pay attention to the food.
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there's a moment where he just
COMPLETELY FREEZES
appears to stop breathing
snaps his hand back, turns back toward the kitchen and silently returns back to cooking]
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I'M GOING TO FUCKING DIE. ]
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he's still going to make sure, just in case.]
-I won't touch them if you don't want me to.
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ugh, he hates chuuya.
there's a long, long, long moment of silence where baren seemingly is pretending like he didn't hear chuuya at all. he's going to focus on cooking.
but as he's switching between preparing the main dish - stir fry because it's easy - and making fried rice, he'll just sigh]
... Don't worry about it, Chuu.
[If it's you, it's fine.]
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[chuuya pushes himself back up off the couch and returns to the kitchen, though this time it's not to bother baren. he's busy fetching a pair of wine glasses and pulling out a bottle that looks much fancier than any he's ever owned before.]
How much longer is dinner gonna be, huh?
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[SO DEMANDING, GOD. That said Baren's just going to roll his eyes and lightly hipcheck Chuuya as he comes by, just to get his attention so that Baren can blow the steam off a taste test spoon sample of fried rice and bring it over to Chuuya's mouth.]
You tell me.
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S'good.
[chuuya don't talk while you're still chewing
after he finishes that bite, though, he gives baren a quick kiss, flashes him a grin and adds:]
Doesn't taste as good as you, though.
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Any way you mean that, it's disgusting and you should feel bad.
[Lewd shit or cannibalism, the world may never know.]
And aren't you tired of coming onto me yet? Close your mouth when you chew and set the table, you slob.
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[chuuya rolls his eyes and fills the wine glasses, taking them to the table first. as he turns away from baren there's a bubble:
I was thinking about your mouth not your dick, who's the lewd one now, asshole...
but he'll go ahead and set the table, because alright, fine, he's helping.]
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That's still disgusting!!
[why did chuuya the romantic decide to date baren the non-romantic... but regardless he'll bring the food he's cooked over to the table now, shaking his head as he does]
You already need wine...? Was the kid's party that bad?
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[chuuya hums to himself as he takes a seat, giving his own glass a thoughtful glance.]
I got it from Retrospec. '89 Petrus. I remember that I opened it on the night Dazai left, back then.
So-- I don't know, I guess I just didn't want to open it for a reason like that this time. It'll be a better memory, you know?
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That means something, doesn't it?
It's hard really for Baren to articulate what though. It's another sincere moment that leaves him utterly baffled because it's - direct. And that's what Baren likes about Chuuya. He doesn't have to guess at what he's feeling ever. But...
Better, huh?]
... you're such a sap, Chuu.
[I guess I hope so too.]
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[chuuya gives him a little wink, there... those bubbles are kinda sappy too, baren.
but he's just going ahead and taking a sip of the wine, and-- chuuya stops short, eyes wide.]
Holy shit. Okay, you have competition, because I think I'm gonna marry this wine.
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But he'll sip the wine. And it's good wine. He likes it, too. He doesn't like it as much as Chuuya because honestly there's only one wine snob between the two of them.
And Baren snorts faintly.
You think we're going to get married?
Okay, I guess.
But what he says is - ]
I wish you a long and happy union.
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[the sight of that bubble makes him flush, and he sputters slightly as he searches for the right words.]
I- fuck, Baren, I'm not thinking about that already! I just meant competition for my attention! It hasn't even been a day, holy shit--
[there's no need for a thought bubble of his own, though, because once he's slightly less flustered he manages to continue, though not meeting baren's eyes.]
...I wouldn't mind it eventually, I guess, I just. Didn't think it'd be your thing.
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[Things that fluster Baren: basic couple shit
Things that don't fluster Baren: marriage, apparently
- the funny thing is that weddings probably would've flustered him three years ago. They should probably fluster him now? He has a Thing about commitment, after all.
But it's part of that constantly greedy, forever asking, always wanting more personality of his that keeps him from flustering the same way. He's actually just really hungry so he's gonna keep eating.
And then once he's done with his bite, he waves his fork around as a vague gesture.]
It's not my thing at all. It's dumb and expensive. There are better reasons to invite all your friends to an open bar. The ceremony is unnecessary and the only benefit I see is getting gifts and a better deal on taxes.
But I figured it'd be your thing, even if it's not mine. I'm not surprised.
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It's less expensive if you keep it small... but that's the only benefit, really? Rings are a pretty good way to drive other people off, y'know.
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[years, technically, but ok.]
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[Isn't it different when we've known each other this long, though?
Whatever. 'Kaiyou Chuuya' sounds stupid anyway, doesn't it.]
If you don't want to do it, then we just won't. I'll still be with you either way.
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I had to pick an idiot romantic, didn't I?
Ugh. He rolls his eyes before reaching up to run a hand through his hair irritatedly - ]
I know you will.
But it's harder to get divorced than it is to just leave if you ever want to. So talk to me about it in like a year or two. If you're still as into the idea, I'll think about it.
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[Because I'm not going anywhere in the next couple of years.
chuuya huffs and takes another sip of wine before he goes back to eating. it's a nice little mood boost, honestly.]
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And Baren falls silent at that. He focuses on eating, as if content to not correct Chuuya.
Except he keeps thinking, tossing the thought over in his head -
Does he think it's as simple as finding someone? It's not about finding or dealing - that sounds like it'd take too much effort.
I just want him. Everything. Forever.
Or maybe he's asking for too much.
A shake of his head and he continues to press - ]
Are you going into work tomorrow?
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chuuya just about drops his fork with that last thought, nearly fumbling it before he manages to keep his grip and just. stuffs another bite in his mouth before he can say anything.
Like you don't already have it. Idiot.]
...Might call off if I can, I think. I'm not sure I feel like going in.
[If you'll stick around tomorrow, so will I.]
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he looks confused at chuuya's thoughts - before realizes that it's probably his own being broadcasted.
this is still really inconvenient
but he shakes his head.... but I guess I should stop hiding shit...
even if it's really fucking difficult??
instead he'll focus on the possibility of chuuya staying around the next night - and perks up a little bit.]
Let's do something fun.
[he said 'might', baren]
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