[thAT'S SO MANY DOGGIE KISSES but senri's just laughing because at the end of the day he's a dog person.... and he just keeps laughing as he buries his face in antoinette's fur because he loves her]
Mm, the beach sounds fun. I think I'd like somewhere warmer...
Buuut if we go to the cold, we'd just have to stay close and maybe you can magic up a kotatsu when we get back? Hot pot is also tastier when it's a little chilly!
[Sorry that Senri's face is now gross probably but Antoinette, like her master, is a lover not a fighter. She wags her tail again and sits still for Senri, even as Tamaki brings a hand to his chin to think.]
Kotatsu...[Well he's sold. He was thinking the beach could be nice but he likes the idea of cuddling...and also hot pot. It's pretty much hitting all of the squares of his domestication bingo and he nods as he steps forward to clip a leash onto Antoinette's collar.] It sounds better than any sort of dream I could imagine, especially when it's with you. Do you have a warmer jacket, or shall we pay a visit to the costume hall first?
[antoinette is PERFECT and it's fine senri might be trying to wipe dog slobber on her fur briefly - he'll have to stop by tamaki's bathroom to clean up before they leave....
but he laughs a little, because he doesn't sound too surprised at tamaki's decision.
he does look surprised at the question when he peers up though]
Of course I don't mind. [He tilts his head.] I wasn't sure if you would want to, or if you'd be more comfortable otherwise...
[For as poised and flirty as Tamaki is, this sort of thing is still not second nature to him and it takes a few moments for him to catch on. Bear with him.]
It's a really cute thing to do, right? Sharing clothes with your significant other - whether your styles match up or not! I think it's really sweet, to feel like you're a little bit closer....
[senri's shoujo fantasies strike again! he scratches behind antoinette's ears idly before he looks to tamaki]
And besides, I like—
[ . . . .
oh, he realizes he can't actually get the words out. a pink dusts his cheeks all of a sudden and he'll move to stand]
It is very cute...[He says, absolutely still hoarding Senri's sweater. He blinks in surprise though as Senri suddenly bolts up and turns to walk away. What was that about? He's still crouched on the floor with Antoinette, taking over ear-scratching duties as Senri gets to his feet.]
...take your time. [Hm. A mystery. But also he'll absolutely ask in like 10 minutes it's Fine.]
[NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT, SENRI'S JUST EMBARRASSING AND NEEDY.
but he'll wander over to the bathroom to wash his face anyway. He loves Antoinette possibly more than life itself but oh god dog slobber and dog hair. if tamaki has a lint roller you bet your ass he's borrowing it.
that said he'll wander out easily enough, heading for tamaki's closet. he points at it as he intends to completely abandon their last topic of conversation]
[There's absolutely a little hanging rack with a few lint rollers because he loves his dog but, like, mood. It's fine though, they also look mostly untouched which means Tamaki apparently doesn't care that much.
Whatever. He's still on the floor with Antoinette and he watches Senri walk around the room and approach his closer.]
I'll admit, the latter is very appealing. Do you trust my judgment the same way you trust Kura-kun's? [The name slips out without really thinking about it. Sometimes he calls him Kura-kun. Sometimes it's Kura-chan. Sometimes it's just Kuranosuke but the point is...Sincerity. He knows where his strengths lie and they aren't the same as Senri's patron.]
[he'll say that easily enough even as he opens up tamaki's closet, glancing back over his shoulder and tilting his head a little bit.]
Your taste is still different from Cheri's, even though they're both pretty good. He can dress me up however he wants - he's my god! [APPARENTLY THAT ISN'T GOING TO CHANGE NO MATTER HOW HE FEELS ABOUT TAMAKI, that loyalty is so much] But you're my -
[erk
the word gets stuck in his throat and he looks a little embarrassed before he continues]
[Listen even if it's 100% legit you can bet he's pouting because wow? His taste and judgment are great!! Except sometimes he lets Kuranosuke dress him up, too, and somehow he always looks better for it. As it is, he's giving Antoinette a kiss on the nose before he's up on his feet in a singular fluid motion, stepping lightly to approach and hover over Senri's shoulder to look into his own closet.]
I suppose that's true. [And because he's the boyfriend here (boyfriend!! him!!) he's going to bend just a little to lean his chin against Senri's shoulder and allow his eyes to scan the confines of the closet.] To be completely honest I think you'd look good in most things. I can understand precisely why he chose you from the very beginning.
...though. [And there's a charming little smile.] I will admit there are things I would prefer to see you in.
senri is thinking about that as he doesn't move when tamaki comes closer to him, in fact welcoming and accepting the closeness. he might also reach back to try to find tamaki's hands so that he can guide his arms to wrap around senri's waist because he.... well, he can?
and also it might ease the blow of what he's about to say next:]
[Things that are cute: Senri being needy like this and obviously this means he's allowing his arms to move as Senri wishes to hold onto him, nose gently bumping into his cheek. This is nice.
Things that aren't cute: Senri being literally the worst person and from this close he can probably hear Tamaki choke and wheeze just a little because that was not what he meant.]
No! [Wait, shit.] Well, I mean, you are rather adorable in a skirt and while it wouldn't be my first choice it also wouldn't be my last. But that wasn't what I was implying at all!
[Please don't look at him he's bright red and also dying.]
[the choking and wheezing aren't attractive but luckily tamaki still is - and that's what gets senri to crack up laughing at his suffering, because senri is actually the worst boyfriend ever. so he's also 100% turning around in tamaki's arms so he can look at him, arms looping around his neck to keep him in place as he smiles
like a jerk]
No? Oops, sorry for misunderstanding. [not sorry at all] Then what were you trying to say, Tama-chin?
[Wow, it's so unfortunate that Tamaki has to break up with Senri on his birthday. That's so sad! Pour one out for Senri Nito. In all seriousness despite the fact that he's flustered he's quickly regaining composure and Tamaki allows Senri to turn in his hold.
Senri is a jerk, but at least he's a very cute jerk and it's easier for Tamaki to acknowledge he's kind of a sucker.]
Something of mine, obviously. Kura-kun has impeccable taste but you've always looked better when it's something I give you myself.
[because senri is a needy bitch and also he likes the sense of being claimed and wanted that comes with it. his eyes light up a little because they're just gross and disgusting already.]
It is my birthday. [Just pointing that out, and also making zero move to actually let Senri pull away.] Though I've always been told presents should be unwrapped and handled with care.
[It should maybe sound a little dirtier but this is Tamaki who sincerely thinks Senri is the best thing to happen in the last two months. So instead, he's moving to press his forehead to Senri's instead.] But I'm willing to listen to requests.
[he's literally about to ask but then tamaki is so much closer than he was two seconds ago and senri both doesn't want to and finds himself unable to pull away. he blinks in surprise for a moment before laughing faintly]
senri normally wouldn't mind this? he likes the kisses? he enjoys the affection? even now he kind of doesn't hate it that much, given the fact that he lifts his gaze up to tamaki just a liiiiittle bit (a lot) expectantly
but like, you know, he's after something a little more specific now]
I've been told I'm incredibly generous, you know. [It's almost a fault and he's aware, but right now he doesn't mind so much. Instead, he's catching Senri's gaze and there's a charming grin in return.]
Would you believe that? [A kiss to the cheek this time because he still sucks and he's enjoying this a little.]
[Apparently that was the right answer to "would you believe I'm generous" because even though he's grown and things are different, he still likes compliments. So, the smile grows a little wider and he finally stops screwing around and presses his lips to Senri's for a real kiss. Silly, needy rabbit.
It's fine though, it's not like Tamaki's not equally needy.]
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[as far as senri's concerned, this is basically the equivalent of being at the top of the class after guessing most of the answers on an exam? this is such a reward and it's automatic for senri to meet tamaki halfway, more than happily kissing back as he uses his arms around tamaki's neck to pull him closer still
stop being tall
but also he'll try to help and lift himself onto the balls of his feet just a little so tamaki doesn't have to bend down entirely too much]
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Mm, the beach sounds fun. I think I'd like somewhere warmer...
Buuut if we go to the cold, we'd just have to stay close and maybe you can magic up a kotatsu when we get back? Hot pot is also tastier when it's a little chilly!
[he'll glance back at tamaki, eyes bright]
How does that sound, birthday boy?
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Kotatsu...[Well he's sold. He was thinking the beach could be nice but he likes the idea of cuddling...and also hot pot. It's pretty much hitting all of the squares of his domestication bingo and he nods as he steps forward to clip a leash onto Antoinette's collar.] It sounds better than any sort of dream I could imagine, especially when it's with you. Do you have a warmer jacket, or shall we pay a visit to the costume hall first?
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but he laughs a little, because he doesn't sound too surprised at tamaki's decision.
he does look surprised at the question when he peers up though]
Mm?
I can't just borrow one of yours?
[SERIAL CLOTHES STEALER NITO SENRI]
Well, if you don't mind, I mean...
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[For as poised and flirty as Tamaki is, this sort of thing is still not second nature to him and it takes a few moments for him to catch on. Bear with him.]
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[senri's shoujo fantasies strike again! he scratches behind antoinette's ears idly before he looks to tamaki]
And besides, I like—
[ . . . .
oh, he realizes he can't actually get the words out. a pink dusts his cheeks all of a sudden and he'll move to stand]
Umm, I'll wash up real quick and then we can go!
[he
may have just embarrassed himself]
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...take your time. [Hm. A mystery. But also he'll absolutely ask in like 10 minutes it's Fine.]
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but he'll wander over to the bathroom to wash his face anyway. He loves Antoinette possibly more than life itself but oh god dog slobber and dog hair. if tamaki has a lint roller you bet your ass he's borrowing it.
that said he'll wander out easily enough, heading for tamaki's closet. he points at it as he intends to completely abandon their last topic of conversation]
Do I get to pick? Or do you want to dress me up?
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Whatever. He's still on the floor with Antoinette and he watches Senri walk around the room and approach his closer.]
I'll admit, the latter is very appealing. Do you trust my judgment the same way you trust Kura-kun's? [The name slips out without really thinking about it. Sometimes he calls him Kura-kun. Sometimes it's Kura-chan. Sometimes it's just Kuranosuke but the point is...Sincerity. He knows where his strengths lie and they aren't the same as Senri's patron.]
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[he'll say that easily enough even as he opens up tamaki's closet, glancing back over his shoulder and tilting his head a little bit.]
Your taste is still different from Cheri's, even though they're both pretty good. He can dress me up however he wants - he's my god! [APPARENTLY THAT ISN'T GOING TO CHANGE NO MATTER HOW HE FEELS ABOUT TAMAKI, that loyalty is so much] But you're my -
[erk
the word gets stuck in his throat and he looks a little embarrassed before he continues]
... my boyfriend... you know?
[dumb gay]
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I suppose that's true. [And because he's the boyfriend here (boyfriend!! him!!) he's going to bend just a little to lean his chin against Senri's shoulder and allow his eyes to scan the confines of the closet.] To be completely honest I think you'd look good in most things. I can understand precisely why he chose you from the very beginning.
...though. [And there's a charming little smile.] I will admit there are things I would prefer to see you in.
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senri is thinking about that as he doesn't move when tamaki comes closer to him, in fact welcoming and accepting the closeness. he might also reach back to try to find tamaki's hands so that he can guide his arms to wrap around senri's waist because he.... well, he can?
and also it might ease the blow of what he's about to say next:]
You want me in a skirt for your birthday?
[something something the carrot and the stick]
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Things that aren't cute: Senri being literally the worst person and from this close he can probably hear Tamaki choke and wheeze just a little because that was not what he meant.]
No! [Wait, shit.] Well, I mean, you are rather adorable in a skirt and while it wouldn't be my first choice it also wouldn't be my last. But that wasn't what I was implying at all!
[Please don't look at him he's bright red and also dying.]
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like a jerk]
No? Oops, sorry for misunderstanding. [not sorry at all] Then what were you trying to say, Tama-chin?
[a menace]
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Senri is a jerk, but at least he's a very cute jerk and it's easier for Tamaki to acknowledge he's kind of a sucker.]
Something of mine, obviously. Kura-kun has impeccable taste but you've always looked better when it's something I give you myself.
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[because senri is a needy bitch and also he likes the sense of being claimed and wanted that comes with it. his eyes light up a little because they're just gross and disgusting already.]
So I should let you go to pick something out?
[as he makes no move to actually do so]
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[It should maybe sound a little dirtier but this is Tamaki who sincerely thinks Senri is the best thing to happen in the last two months. So instead, he's moving to press his forehead to Senri's instead.] But I'm willing to listen to requests.
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[he's literally about to ask but then tamaki is so much closer than he was two seconds ago and senri both doesn't want to and finds himself unable to pull away. he blinks in surprise for a moment before laughing faintly]
Ah - um. No, I trust you...
[stupid useless gay under attack]
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...and kisses the tip of his nose, because this is revenge for being rude as hell.]
Good. I'd be a bit offended if you didn't by now.
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his nose wrinkles automatically? and he finds himself very confused? HELLO?]
And I guess I'd hate to offend you...
[there's already a pout in his voice because he might have been expECTING SOMETHING, TAMAKI]
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But he knows, and he can hear that pout and it causes him to laugh under his breath. It's impossibly cute, really, and he bends down again...
...to kiss his forehead this time? Now he's just being mean, it's fine.]
I don't think you really can offend me. [Except apparently he can since now he's just teasing him as payback.]
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senri normally wouldn't mind this? he likes the kisses? he enjoys the affection? even now he kind of doesn't hate it that much, given the fact that he lifts his gaze up to tamaki just a liiiiittle bit (a lot) expectantly
but like, you know, he's after something a little more specific now]
That's awfully generous of you...
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Would you believe that? [A kiss to the cheek this time because he still sucks and he's enjoying this a little.]
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unfortunately, senri just lets himself be doted on? he flushes a little bit under the kisses, and laughs in embarrassment.]
Would I - what?
[sorry, he's losing track of the conversation because he's useless.
what if he just guesses 50/50]
Yes?
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It's fine though, it's not like Tamaki's not equally needy.]
with 15 minutes to go on international kiss day nice
stop being tall
but also he'll try to help and lift himself onto the balls of his feet just a little so tamaki doesn't have to bend down entirely too much]
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