itsjustagamerp | Expressions

Characters: Namine, Riku
Content: Picture convos leading to a meet up. Riku reveals his feelings.
Location: Their rooms, Nature Deck.
Time of Day: Varies/Evening
Warnings: Riku's drawing.

Riku found himself satisfied with the replies he’d drawn and sat back a moment to look at them. But there was something else he needed to draw. He pulled out another sheet and placed it on the desk.

He stared at the blank sheet for quite some time. What would he draw? This was a delicate subject. It had been on his mind since Rarity was kind enough to alter his clothes. It had been the second time she’d suggested he hook up with Namine, and Riku had been about to give the same reply that he had before he left the SoL: that she didn’t have a heart. How could he get involved with anyone who couldn’t love him back?

But that was just it. In light of recent events, she very likely did have a heart after all. Rarity had pegged it, and Riku admitted to the pony he liked Namine. However, it was only during that conversation that he’d put two and two together and found that she probably could love him back. Now it was a matter of how to address it.

After his long pause, Riku picked up a pencil again and got back to work. Rarity was right. They did need to talk.

The last picture he drew was in-fact several on one page. The first was him speaking with Rarity. The word bubble from her featured him and Namine talking. The next picture was him and her talking on the nature deck. He’d drawn a picture of a calendar with tomorrow’s date circled and a clock that read 8:30. Given the scene of the two was at night, it must have been PM.

Riku found himself at Namine’s door, not really remembering the walk over. He stared at her door for a long time, pages in hand. Finally, he asked himself what he was afraid of. The meeting itself didn't. If she wasn’t interested, that didn’t change much did it? Life would go on, and he liked her too much to lose her as a friend. The other option was to never know, and he knew his curiosity would eat at him.

He slipped the papers under with resolve, stuffed his hands in his pockets, and went back to his room.

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"I'll always be there to help." Whether as friend or something different, that much could be said with conviction. Not being quite used to much physical contact, and a little surprised by the gesture, Namine flushed slightly when he moved her hand, shifting her gaze slightly as she tried to collect her thoughts.

She'd brought her origins up again because origins were important. His answer remained the same, though, so now was probably the time to drop the subject. Reassurance that she mattered to him no matter how she'd begun was enough.

His choice of words was interesting. Trust Riku to put things in terms of wanting to protect someone. Smiling slightly, with cheeks still faintly pink, she shifted her gaze back to him. "Yes."

To be honest, neither was Riku. But it felt right. And he knew that couples hugged and cuddled and kissed, and though that sounded good... It was alien and uncomfortable. He didn't even hug his best friend. But he wanted this. He'd just cross that road later. "Good. I'll probably need it."

That simple affirmation lit up the other side of his smile, and his expression relaxed in relief as he sighed a little. The light of a few passing fireflies shone on her reddened cheeks. He paused as he noticed this and smiled a little more.

"Hey. Namine? ...I'm sure it takes a heart to blush, too."

Considering her lack of social education, and other gaps in her knowledge, Namine was only vaguely aware of the more physical aspects of any relationship. Not to mention that she wasn't used to associating most physical contact with good things. That said, she trusted Riku, so when the time came to cross that bridge, she'd manage.

The teasing made her blush deepen again. If they were going to do this, though, she'd probably have to get used to being teased occasionally. "It probably does."

She followed the fireflies with here eyes until they got lost in the larger group nearby. Sighing, she looked back to him. "So, what do we do now?"

It was probably a silly question, but she wasn't quite sure what to do. At least with Riku, she felt comfortable asking.

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It was only a gentle tease if at all, though Riku was known to make a playful jab at those he felt comfortable around. If anything, really, a blush was a little flattering, and it looked cute on her, anyway. He found himself just looking at her maybe a little longer than intended. He'd never paid close attention, since he never wanted to pursue her before, but... She really was pretty. It wasn't much of a surprise, but it made his choice feel even better.

Being lost in that thought caused him to blink when she posed the question. He smiled and considered a moment. "I... Hadn't thought about it yet." He got up, offering her a hand. "How about we go for a walk while we talk about what to do on our first date?"

A little teasing was okay, and Namine knew that part of his personality. She was just more used to it in terms of him teasing Sora and his other friends. In a way, it was nice to know he felt comfortable enough around her to try teasing her. Without the newly added aspect to their relationship, though, she had to wonder if she'd be blushing.

If she noticed the extra time spent looking at her, she didn't mention it. And really, she couldn't say anything against him for it since it gave her time for a look at him. His time away had changed him, and he looked more grown-up. She liked it, though she must look even younger in comparison than she used to.

...Right, dates were something that couples did. She knew enough to be aware of that. Smiling, she took the offered hand. "Okay. This doesn't count?"

Riku paused at the question and he looked a little thoughtful. His eyes followed a firefly as it made its way to join another waiting on a blade of grass. A soft smile slowly reappeared. "Well... We could turn it into one." He paused a moment. "How about we head to the theatrical deck? I could always use some help with my drawing..." After all, he'd never had a lesson from her.

Lessons were something Namine was happy to provide. Not that she'd been angling for a date with that question, just trying to make sure she had the right idea of what a date was. "If you want to. Though I don't know how much of a help I'll be."

Riku wouldn't have minded if she was asking for one, since just being around her made him feel good. Her comment made him chuckle. "Given my art, any help is an improvement. Come on." He motioned with his head and, his hand still holding hers, began to lead her towards the theatrical deck.

Expressions

Yaaaaay, thank you. Short and sweet is good, no prob.

Maybe leave off now? Or end soon?

Wrapping up soon sounds good.

Esp. since we got them both into the "Okay, let's try this" stage. XD

Yep. Finally. XD

Inorite?

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