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The midnight train going anywhere [Makoto/Vday]
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Post by Deleted on Feb 17, 2021 3:51:19 GMT
Normally skald wasn’t the sort that would sign up for this sort of thing. He wasn’t the lovey dovey type; he wasn’t the type that went out looking for love. He wasn’t the type that made steps towards trying to settle down. He had so much to work for and so much going on that often he forgot to look after himself in this regard. That’s why at first without his knowledge Herald signed him up; but what was even more amusing is that she failed to get one but he did! Plenty of mirth from the red goat on this. That she was looking and he wasn’t… yet he found someone!
”I can’t believe it; you’re really going through with it?”
Now skald may not have been the type to go for it; but given that it would be hugely unfair to whomever he got for him to just… bail wasn’t cool. So he’d contact the person who he had gotten as a date; sending them the address for his place before getting ready. The black-renamon-x didn’t really know his date at all. Just that they were named makoto and that they were a renamon as well. But that wouldn’t stop him from dressing well. Rather than his work clothes the bartender had decided to wear a suit top with long sleeves, made in such a way to allow him maximum range of motion for his arms and allowed his chest to breathe.
”It’s not fair to them or me. You signed me up for it but I’ll go through with it. Who knows? Maybe it’ll be nice.
Not to mention the undershirt which gave him a nice collar to work with. He had also decided to make himself a single flower on his chest. A bouquet of flowers also made in the same fashion but were far more bright and colored due to the type of ink he had used. Origami was a favorite passtime of his so he put it to good use. A charming first moment would be him offering the flowers to his date.
”Well bro if you need a pick up I’ll send avali. She’s not busy tonight. Just being lazy as she does. Ta-ta~”
The renamon sighed a bit and took a seat on one of the many stools. The red demon goat gave a small shrug and headed upstairs. The bar was closed for the night due to most of his customers already having plans and that many people weren’t looking to come here. They’d come the day after or the next if they really wanted. So that left just the renamon-x downstairs with his thoughts… alone and musing.
”...I wonder if this was a good idea.”
He didn’t know. It was one of the few avenues he had never tried. The renamon-x was not someone who often got lovesick or the like. Just someone who had deigned to forget about a lot of personal desires. Only giving into the wants of the people and the city.
But for today? He would wait as long as needed. His bar would remain ‘open’ but no one would come to it. The black three story building would sit there waiting for it’s sole guest for the evening...
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Post by Makoto on Feb 17, 2021 19:34:06 GMT
Ahhh, Valentines Day... Even while Makoto was single, this was a day that they had been looking forward to - particularly due to the blind dating events that would usually arise with the romantic holiday. It was an opportunity to mingle and socialize with new people, and perhaps go on a date with someone interesting - and they had, of course, signed up for a blind date some time in advance. From what it sounded, their fateful date today was with a Renamon-X, by the name of Skald?
It was quite the amusing coincidence, to say the least, that their date would be another digimon of the same kind - and when they had found this out, they couldn't help but joke to themself for some time over how long it'd be until their fox wedding.
To prepare for the date, Makoto wasted no time in dressing themself up nicely - putting on a long and elegant black dress that had belonged to their mother, once upon a time. Around their neck was a purple ribbon tied into a bow like a choker; and a matching ribbon would be tied around the base of their tails as well, into a similar bow. A simple black handbag would hold their belongings for today as well, carried in one hand - with a similarly simple box of chocolates in the other.
(It would be important to note though, that these were homemade chocolates, at that; what kind of aspiring confectioner would they be, without making some chocolates for their darling date?)
Once everything was in order though, Makoto would depart for Terminus - as eager as could be, to meet their date. It seemed that the meeting place would be at a bar of sorts - something that they didn't think was much of a spot for a date, but they nonetheless remained positive; looking forward more to meeting their partner for the evening than they were to passing any judgement. As Makoto rounded the corner on one of the many winding streets of Terminus, Kuro would soon speak up in the back of the Renamon-X's mind - questioning <Is this the bar?>
Broken from their thoughts, it would take a second for Makoto to blink and look up at the indicated building - a sleek looking one for sure, with multiple floors and a neon sign at the front of it. "I believe so, darling." They hummed in response, a somewhat giddy smile across their face. "Let's see what our dear Skald is like~"
Composed and elegant, Makoto would come up to the front door of the bar and open it - peering about at their surroundings as they entered, until they noticed the individual at the counter. Immediately upon noticing Skald, the fox digimon's smile would only grow in warmth, tails swishing and chuckling briefly before they'd speak. "Well hello there, darling; do you happen to be Skald?" They'd question, as they stepped inside proper. "My name is Makoto, and it's a pleasure to meet you."
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Post by Deleted on Feb 25, 2021 19:30:56 GMT
Skald watched the clock tick towards the alloted time that they had agreed to meet. He’d gulp down some water to ease his throat; he felt raw for some reason and wasn’t entirely sure how to address any of this. He felt his core start to beat faster than before as he could feel an approaching signal. Was it his date? A customer he’d have to turn away? One of his many workers? He didn’t know.
The renamon-x sat there staring down at the bushel of flowers he had made for them out of origami. The renamon-x had spent a long time on this but… He couldn’t help but feel silly in doing so. What if they didn’t like it? He’d grit his teeth a bit and exhale slowly; he could feel herald pacing up on the third floor. Their shared emotions were easy to feel. She was nervous because he was nervous; she was also getting irritated because she wanted to watch the latest episode of some human show with a bounty hunter.
That’s when he felt the door open; the slight breeze and change of pressure. The renamon-x’s eyes flicked and he’d turn his head slowly. He felt it skip a beat or two seeing them. They were absolutely stunning; elegant and everything he wasn’t. He couldn’t help but stare at her for a few moments. Missing their question initially and then rapidly blinking as though clearing his head.
”Y-yes. I’m Skald. It’s ah.. A pleasure to meet you as well.”
Skald stepped off of the barstool; which would have made him seem somewhat shorter than most of his kind. In fact it seemed as though he stood nearly a head taller than most renamon’s. But that didn’t seem to matter much as he was staring at makoto for a few moments. Stepping forward he’d bring to their attention the gift he had prepared. The origami roses with black ink for the accents and designs inside of them. Each one had a separate design and if makoto took the time they’d see that fact.
”I wasn’t sure what to get you so… I uh. Made you these?”
He’d offer the flowers to the other reenamon-x. He seemed absolutely nervous and rather taken back with how stunning his partner was. His eyes flicking from the flowers to the other fox; his pair of tails were shifting behind him in a nervous little fit for a few seconds before he’d give them a small bap; trying to manage a smile to Makoto. He’d rub at one of his ears with a hand; that nervous smile making his face seem a little out of sorts. That and the blushing that was under his fur; though that probably wouldn’t be as apparent… at least not right away!
Just relax… Relax. C’mon…
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Post by Makoto on Feb 28, 2021 1:07:33 GMT
At Skald's stunned and flustered looking demeanor, Makoto couldn't help a soft and endeared chuckle; smiling gently and reassuringly to the Renamon-X. "Don't worry, Skald darling; I promise I don't bite - unless you ask, of course." They'd reassure him - the second part being paired with an almost cheeky hue - as they took the time to look Skald up and down with his approach. There was.... Something, to the fox digimon, that Makoto wasn't sure how to describe - but it was a feeling that already had Kuro uncertain; their shared link meaning that Makoto was well aware that it was feeling quite unsettled. <Are you sure that... This is okay?> However, Makoto was willing to give Skald a chance - especially given that they were also already quite aware of Shade and his own aura. <It's fine, Kuro dear. Don't worry.>
But that aside, Makoto could definitely appreciate Skald's appearance - the outfit he wore was quite nice, and one could never go wrong with grayscale; especially when the both of them themselves were mostly grayscale. They would also take note of the origami rose that rested in his pocket - having nearly mistaken it for a true white rose from afar, until they noticed the inky accents to it, and lack of a proper scent. What a talented darling, this Skald was...
And his talent with origami would only be further confirmed by the gift that Skald had in hand - a bouquet of origami roses, with various little designs. Upon being offered the flowers, Makoto was happy to accept - smiling warmly up to Skald. "Why thank you, dear... These are quite beautiful - and I can see that you've done quite well on them." They'd speak, examining the designs of each rose carefully. "I'll keep these stored away in my shadow for safekeeping - but I think that this one..." Taking their favorite rose from the bouquet, they would tuck it behind their ear with a wry smile, swishing their tails. "... will go right here."
As they just said before, Makoto would put the remaining origami roses in their shadow; where they would remain safe as could be, until they could find a proper place at their room in the monastery, or at their house in Rosewood. In the meantime though, Makoto would soon turn their attention back to Skald - noticing the other's nervous demeanor, which would prompt a warm chuckle from them. "Feeling sheepish, dear?" They'd question, a wry smile to their face as they offered a simple-looking box of chocolates to him. "It's quite alright, darling. Here - I have a gift of my own for you, too; some homemade chocolates."
Inside the box, would indeed be chocolates of varying kinds; there was of course the classic chocolates such as milk chocolate, dark chocolate, and white chocolate - but there would also be flavors such as mint chocolate or peanut butter chocolate! And the chocolates would all be in the simple shapes of hearts, on top of that. "I didn't know what kinds of chocolate you prefer, so I decided to make a bit of a variety box." Makoto explained, adding "Do tell me which ones you enjoy, though - I'd be more than happy to make you more, in the future."
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Post by Deleted on Mar 9, 2021 16:00:17 GMT
Skald opened and closed his mouth a few times; unsure of what to exactly say to that little flirtation. Or at least what he presumed to be a flirt. He’d let out a small yet nervous laugh; rubbing at his neck uncertainly. The bartender had been doing this for a while so pick up lines or the like weren’t uncommon but they were never really directed at him. So his flustered nervousness would likely not go away for a little bit. Mostly because of his intense evil aura that had had that was just a natural part of him. But he’d still manage a small chuckle; he wasn’t completely out of sorts… he felt. Yet.
”Well I’ll keep that in mind Makoto.”
He’d return the smile; sort of not sure how to really follow that. He was glad that they were happy with his gift; it had been quite painstaking even with his control over paper. But if he had taken the easy route why would it be worth anything really? His tails would swish a bit and the renamon couldn’t help but feel a tad giddy at the idea that they liked them. Hearing that they could store the roses in their shadow had skald curious…
”Of course! I might have the ability to control paper; but I took my time to make these for you-”
But also seeing them tuck one behind their ear made his core skip a beat; he had not been expecting that and he’d adjust his sleeve cuff just a bit to sort of save him the stumble. When makoto asked if he was feeling sheepish? Well he’d sigh a bit and nod his head; accepting the box of chocolates. He’d tilt his head this way or that before managing a nervous smile; popping the lid just for a moment to look at the chocolates.
”Is it that obvious? I don’t go on many dates, even blind. I’m… usually very very busy. And they’re lovely; I’ll certainly have to tell you which ones I enjoyed the most. I like most chocolates. Even heart shaped!”
He’d let out a soft laugh; he could feel his nervousness sort of ease out bit by bit. Makoto was someone that he felt he could likely get along with even if they hadn’t been made to make a date with one another. Or signed up or… well however you said it. His comfort was easy to see with each passing moment. The mon smiling warmly; it was rare that that sort of smile reached his eyes but… it would be easy to see that they did. A small twinkle as it were.
”I don’t really have an ability to store them away but I do have a safe I can put them in for the meantime. My sister adores chocolate but I think if I put them there they’ll be safe for the time being.”[/color]
Especially safe if he put a little note above them asking herald politely not to eat them. The wording of him using ‘please’ of all things would probably give gertrude if she saw them a pause. Her boss never used that sort of tone or phrase… so herald would also know that these weren’t something that she should touch. Not that the goat demon ever went into this safe anyways…
”Well here’s a good question for you Makoto…”
He’d quietly hum as the safe popped open, the bartender raising his head just enough to where he wasn’t hidden behind the counter of the bar once he was around it.
”Is there anywhere tonight you’d like to go? There’s a few restaurants I know of that we could go to or… perhaps even take the train somewhere? They do valentines meals in the dining section on the trains I’ve been told… never really had one to be honest.”
Skald was working past his butterflies and after putting the chocolates away he’d stand up. Leaning on the bar just a bit; both of his tail swishing this way and that. He could feel that herald was no longer pacing, instead lazing on the couch and paying close attention to how her twin was feeling.
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Post by Makoto on Mar 12, 2021 4:40:13 GMT
With Skald's admission to having not gone on many dates, and usually being busy, Makoto would smile reassuringly. "It's quite alright, Skald darling." They'd mention to the fellow Renamon, chuckling gently. "Let this be a chance for the both of us to take it easy, and have some fun mingling with one another; even if this doesn't end in any particular romantic fashion, I adore spending time around people and socializing. And that being said..."
Their expression would relax a little, as they reached out to take Skald's hand, and give it a little squeeze. "... Do speak up, if I ever get too forward or flirty, dear. I might enjoy getting reactions out of people, and I might enjoy being very clear with my interest in them..." Their expression shifting to being a hair more serious as they spoke, they'd state "... But I don't enjoy making others uncomfortable. Your boundaries will be important to me, darling; so speak up, if you ever feel the need to set them."
With Skald's laugh though, Makoto chuckled with - smiling warmly, and their tails briefly swishing. Even if the other fox was nervous about this date, they were happy to see that he was - at least - enjoying himself to some degree. "Well, if the chocolates do end up mysteriously going missing for any particular reason, then I can always make more; making candy and sweets is a bit of a hobby that I love, really - and I love sharing the candy and sweets I make with those around me, too." They'd say, adding with a chuckle "It's always great, seeing the smiles that a good treat can put on someone's face."
And they could always just make enough to satisfy any would-be thieves, as well.
As Skald moved to put the chocolates where they would be safe - which would be, of course, a safe - he would next ask about where they could go tonight, listing off a few different options. In particular though, one of the suggestions that Skald made would catch Makoto's attention, making the Renamon-X hum curiously. "A valentines meal on the train sounds interesting," They'd muse out loud - adding "Good food, a beautiful view... And perhaps, depending on how long the trip is, we could even sightsee or find something fun to do at the end destination!"
They certainly liked the notion - and it would be a new experience for Skald, too; which, new experiences were oftentimes quite fun. "Lets go with the trainride - do let me know when you're ready to go, darling."
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2021 3:22:02 GMT
Taking it easy? Having some fun? He could get behind it even if it wasn’t romantic in any fashion. Giving makoto a small smile the renamon-x was about to say something when he felt their hand squeeze his own. He felt his face turn a bit red and he’d nod his head very slowly.
”That sounds like a good time for both of us and… well I don’t really deal with flirty customers. That’s my sister’s entire deal; she’s good with them and most of them… well leave me be hah. I’m rather unused to being touched but I think that’s something I don’t mind given the situation at hand.”
Skald managed a wry smile and would return the squeeze makoto gave him. They were accommodating and he might as well put forward the extra effort to open up just a little bit right? Hearing that makoto would be able to make more candies in the event of his vanishing made him perk up just a little bit.
”Really now? You’ll have to tell me how you got into it. I only ever really got into making drinks and origami. Though the latter of the two is kinda hard to be impressive when I can literally just do this...”
The renamon-x flicked his hand and a moment later there would be a small swan shape in it; it was organic and didn’t seem to have the same grooves as the roses did or as a regular origami swan. It even moved around a little bit; though that part would stop the moment it stopped touching skald’s body. Locking into place for a moment.
Hearing that makoto would like to try the valentines meal on a train made skald smile just a bit; wondering quietly if they liked traveling or just the idea of watching the world go by while enjoying a meal with a fellow renamon. Or just fellow in general! He’d sigh a bit and couldn’t help but wonder why he was so afraid of this sort of stuff before.
”Well we should go and do that then. I rarely get to ride the trains long distance. Working and living in the same place tends to make it so you don’t travel as much you know? But I’d be up for some sightseeing and finding something fun. Though I’d say that the company is making itself out to be the best part of this already.”
He’d make sure that he had his bit chit and would quietly tuck that away giving makoto a wide smile; though it didn’t feel forced it was weird to feel his face stretch as much as it did. He’d give makoto another small squeeze, eager to get to the trainride. He was ready and raring to go and would just have to lock the front door before they could go off to the train station. He’d pop open a pamphlet and hum quietly to himself; showing makoto the brochure.
”Lets seeee… Says the central station is the one doing it? A small walk from here and then we can also pick destinations… a lot of options it seems?
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Post by Makoto on Mar 16, 2021 5:42:31 GMT
As Skald mentioned not dealing with flirty customers, Makoto would chuckle gently - smiling warmly, at feeling their hand be squeezed back. "I'm surprised that you don't get flirted with more often, darling - especially considering that you're quite the looker, in a nice outfit like that." Makoto would muse with a wry hue, tails swishing. How would Skald react to being complimented like this, they wondered?
Nonetheless though, Skald would bring up both his curiosity in Makoto's skills, as well as his own skills - and as the other Renamon-X demonstrated what he could do, Makoto would watch closely, and with curiosity. Seeing the paper swan, their expression would light up with a warm and awed smile. "That's quite fascinating, darling - I think the fact you're able to do this is impressive, inofitself; especially given that I don't think there's many digimon with an ability like that." They'd murmur in that same awe - before chuckling faintly to themself. "I do have my own tricks up my sleeve in regards to my ability with shadows - although... As far as candy goes, I mostly got into making sweets for a few different reasons."
"It isn't actually too hard to learn how to make candy, if you have the right tools, for one - the main issue is you want to be careful handling it; if you're making things like hard candy or caramel, the sugar can get very hot when you're in the heating stage, so you don't want to burn yourself. On the other hand, things like chocolate can burn easily if you heat it up too much, or otherwise get melty and misshapen if you handle it too much while it's cooling. But with how easy it otherwise is, it's a pretty relaxing hobby for me." Makoto began, with a soft giggle.
"And on top of that, candy is just an easy way to put a smile on peoples' faces; I enjoy seeing people be put in a good mood, by having a few sweets. I like making them to share with others, just to see them be happy in return."
Overall though, it sounded like they were in agreement with the train dinner - and as Skald showed them the brochure, Makoto would look it over with clear curiosity, returning the squeeze to Skald's hand. "Ys is a beautiful place, I hear - very safe and peaceful, too, even if it is a bit cold out that way..." They'd muse as the both of them got walking. "Whitewater would be nice too, though it's likely crowded upon crowded, with the tourist trap that it is... Rosewood is another option - it's beautiful this time of year as well, and I do live there; I wouldn't mind letting you stay the night if we get tuckered out, so we could let the date linger on into the night if we do decide to head that way."
Options, options; there were a variety of places that they could go... "... What do you think, though, darling?" Makoto would ask Skald, smiling up to him. "I'm sure you have places that you've always wanted to check out, hm? And you might even think of something that I didn't, ehehe!"
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2021 3:40:49 GMT
”I think it’s probably how I hold myself… but thank you Makoto.”
That little compliment managed to get a blush out of the renamon-x; his own tails flicking here or there. He wasn’t used to it but that didn’t mean he would be completely out of left field. He did have to deal with a bar so plenty of lines were used around him… but none of them seemed to compare to the honest truth he was given by makoto.
”I haven’t run into one yet so you’re probably the only person to see something like this. Well… other than herald but she doesn’t count. Twin sister and all that.”
He’d offer the swan to makoto ever so shyly; figuring that if they wanted to that the renamon-x could have that as well. If not? Well he’d set it down on their way out. An ability with shadows? And skills with candy. He’d flick his ears forward listening to the other as they went on about it. Maybe it was something he could try sometime? If it was relaxing it was certainly something he could try to get into.
”Well maybe sometime you can show me the relaxation of this hobby? And I can see that; you certainly lit up my face with that little gift.”
The renamon-x smiled warmly and with makoto squeezing his hand again the renamon-x felt his core skip a beat. Y’s was a safe and peaceful place? A bit out of the way and… well cold. He wasn’t sure how he’d handle the cold. Then came the suggestion of whitewater; another place he really hadn’t been. Crowded on a day like this? Well… Hearing that makoto lived in rosewood made him pause.
”Well I’ve always wanted to go to all of them; I didn’t really know much about Y’s truth be told. How about we go to rosewood? I know it’s small and it’s rather peaceful… and yes if we do get tuckered out that’d be a lovely way to end the evening.”
He’d hum a little bit; returning the smile warmly. It was odd that they made him so comfortable. But maybe it was just something about the other that was making it easy for him to relax. He’d consider for a few moments and then chuckle.
”Luminas is a place I’ve always wanted to go to but I think not for a date if I’m being honest”
The renamon-x let out a soft laugh; it sounded a little bit more light than what you’d expect of someone of his stature. Thankfully though for the both of them they weren’t too far from the trailmon station. But the renamon-x wasn’t exactly in a rush; they had the whole night and… well by the sounds of it they probably would have tomorrow too if they really wanted.
”I wonder what sort of food they’d serve on a trailmon… Most of the time it’s just from point A to point B so there isn’t actual food on it unless you’re going somewhere really far… or pay for first class.”
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Post by Makoto on Mar 28, 2021 22:50:53 GMT
As Makoto accepted the paper swan - storing it alongside the bouquet - they would chuckle and smile warmly, at Skald's suggestion that they show him the relaxation of making candy sometime. "Certainly, darling." Makoto agreed, nodding. "If you ever do end up visiting, I'd be more than happy to show you so that we could make some candy together." He could even pick out whatever flavors he liked, whenever they got around to it!
Next though, would be the subject of where to go... It seemed that the two of them would easily agree on going out towards Rosewood - to which Makoto smiled and nodded. "Rosewood it is, then." They'd hum, taking as relaxed of a pace as Skald was as the two of them made their way to the trailmon station. "I'll have to show you around, once we get there - have you been to Rosewood all that often?" Makoto briefly made small talk as they moved - a certain eagerness about them, even if they weren't in any rush. "It has been awhile since Rosewood truly became a city, but it's always great seeing how people react to the place's growth between every visit."
The mention of Luminas, though, would bring a curious hum out of Makoto. "I don't believe I've been to Luminas yet - but that does remind me that I ought to visit sometime, now that I've begun going out and about far more often." Chuckling though, Makoto continued "Not much of a date location though, I agree; not unless one's date happens to be an architect or history fanatic. From what I hear, you also still have the issue of the occasional uptight Holy digimon who can't keep their opinions on other digimon to themself - as uncommon as they may be in this day and age."
As they continued to move along for the trailmon station though - something that Makoto could already see, off in the distance - Skald would muse over the food, to which Makoto would hum. "I imagine it'd be food that doesn't spill easily - Trailmon rides tend to be pretty smooth nowadays, but you still get the occasional sway and jolt." They'd muse back - wondering if the brochure would say anything - before continuing "I'm not all that sure what kind of food they'd serve, though..."
With that being said though, Makoto would smile over to Skald - questioning "Do you happen to have any particular cravings or preferences, that you might go for, Skald darling?" Sometimes, when all else fails, you just can't go wrong following your gut!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 30, 2021 16:44:55 GMT
”That would certainly be a welcome change from the business I have to deal with hah… We’ll have to figure some date out for it so I just don’t suddenly drop by.”
Setting up a second probably less surprising date already? Skald wasn’t against seeing makoto again even if it was something that was just as chill as this. He’d smile warmly at them and adjust a bit when asked if he had ever been to rosewood before. He’d rub at his chin thoughtfully and eventually shook his head quietly.
”Herald had been there once or twice before it became a city proper but I haven’t been there before. But I’ve been told it’s charming and some place you’d go to enjoy yourself in peace and quiet.”
Though he’d of course formulate his own opinion of the place given that his own views would impact what he thought of it. Hearing that the other hadn’t been to luminas either? Well all he could do is nod at that; traveling as a bartender was rare even more rare now that he properly thought about it. He’d follow along with a small chuckle; giving makoto’s hand a brief squeeze.
”I do enjoy both architecture and history but that’s for something that the other would have to be prepared for. But it’s definitely the holy digimon that can’t keep their opinions to themselves a problem for me. Maybe it’d be good for brief sightseeing down the line…”
Skald would pause and blink hearing that the food likely wouldn’t spill easily; he distinctly remembered when he first came to terminus it was on a rickety trailmon that was an older fellow. Due to the fact he barely even had to pay for a ticket so… his experience regarding them was probably vastly different than now.
”Mmm probably something valentine based; so lots of fancy meals I reckon? But it’s good to hear that the rides are smoother now; when I first came here they were very bump and hard to sleep on.”
The mon let out a soft chuckle and he’d lean to give a look at the brochure; it was kind of vague but it did state that it had something for everyone. Even listing the general prices of the meals; which in themselves weren’t too bad… He felt his core flutter a bit as makoto smiled at him; he’d clear his throat and return the smile as they walked.
”mmm… I’m always partial to steak but with how today has been so far I think trying something new with a new companion is warranted? Might see if they have any seafood or some other dish from another city…”
There was a small part of him that was quickly blossoming into the majority that he was glad that herald had signed him up for this. Maybe it was just something he sorely needed or that it was because it was makoto he was enjoying himself already. They were being quite workable not to mention all these little ministrations between the two of them was really helping him relax. Something rare for this particular renamon-x
”What about you? Do you have anything in mind yourself? Or any favorites that I might be able to cook for you later?”
Skald managed to follow up that little bit with a wink; it was no big surprise that skald knew how to cook. He was a bartender after all and there were some things you needed to be able to do when the cooks were overwhelmed during a rush…
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Post by Makoto on Apr 3, 2021 6:19:53 GMT
"I'm always open to visitors, as long as you give me a few days of advance ahead of time, darling." Makoto reassured Skald with a casual gesture of their hand, smiling warmly. Even if they didn't end up actually dating more actively, Makoto was always welcome to socializing and mingling with friends - and Skald already seemed plenty enough to visit as a guest, even if he doesn't end up visiting as a date. "Even if I'm out and about at the time, that's what I got a Digiport for - it helps a bunch in getting home in a hurry."
Next though... "Oh for certain, dear." Makoto would confirm, as Skald commented on Rosewood. "I've lived there for many a year; settling down when the city was still a simple little village in its youth." They'd explain, adding "And even after having become a city, it still has all of the charm that it had when it was first established. Beautiful greenery, friendly community, cozy housing..." Being part of the town, and its community, from then to now - they loved it, and would certainly miss it then and now in their travels...
In Skald's musing over food though, Makoto would hum in thought. "New experiences are always fun to give a try; it mixes up the mundane, for sure." They'd respond with a chuckle - adding "I might go for seafood as well, if any of the selection catches in my eye at all." As far as the question of what sort of foods Makoto liked, though, well... "Wouldn't you like to know, hmmm?" They'd lightly tease, winking back at Skald, and leaning into him flirtatiously; their tails winding around the back of his hips. "I'd love to see what you could surprise me with, if you ever do end up cooking something up for me~"
"Though, if you want a serious answer, well..." Pausing for a second, Makoto would hum, before mentioning "I have a soft spot for panini-type or toasted sandwiches, believe it or not!" with a laugh. "Warm, crunchy, leaves you feeling full and content, and it's easy to put just about anything on them. Pastries, too, are good - thought I admit that's typically less cooking, and more baking." Similar, but different.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2021 23:45:16 GMT
”Mm. Duly noted. I’ll need your tamernet information after this then.”
Skald wasn’t entirely sure if they would end up dating after just a single date, testing the waters was something he felt this was. To get to know the other more and more would probably lead to something more concrete. Hearing that makoto had a digiport brought a look of surprise to his face.
”I didn’t know that digimon could utilize that. I thought it was a primarily human thing.”
Hearing that rosewood was essentially everything that he had heard made skald smile warmly. That makoto had been there for many a year and even after becoming a city it still kept it’s charm. The greenery, community and housing left nothing to really be desired. He could tell that they loved living there and skald couldn’t help but squeeze makoto’s hand in a supporting manner.
”It’s a pity I haven’t visited it before then. Would have made for a good place to get away from the bustle around here.”
While skald didn’t get the chance to taste seafood all too often he had to wonder how often that makoto did. But with them teasing and winking back at him; leaning into him and feeling those tails around the back of his hips? Well the fox felt a blush creep across his face; his core started to pound a little harder and his breath caught in the back of his throat. He’d take a moment to timidly stare back at him and he’d eventually manage a nervous chuckle.
”Well there’s quite a list of things I’d prepare for you given the chance. But both of those sound like something we both could enjoy. Baking is a type of cooking though isn’t it? Ah… I’ll have to peruse through my recipes and see if I can find one you’ll like.”
Skald smiled warmly and well, would put an arm around makoto’s shoulders if they were still leaning into him. If not? Well he’d take their hand; squeezing it firmly. They had effectively torn down any barrier of personal space and he didn’t really seem to mind that in the least bit.
”Mmm… there’s the trailmon station now.”
Skald felt his eyes tugging off of makoto as he recognized this area just a wee bit. There were some new shops and new people he hadn’t seen before but that didn’t mean that it wasn’t the ‘same’ so to speak. But it didn’t keep his attention for long and he found himself looking back to makoto.
”Shall we?”
The renamon seemed in a positively good mood with makoto more or less being the reason. The somewhat private renamon had opened up a bit more and more the longer he was in their presence. Some people just had that effect on others and that seemed to be one of those times...
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Post by Makoto on Apr 8, 2021 17:12:49 GMT
"We certainly don't need digiports as much as humans do, with how we don't go between worlds as often as they do." Makoto would clarify - especially given that plenty of digimon had vehicles or otherwise their own abilities to help them around. "Buuuut I still find that having one of the top-of-the-line digiports makes it so much easier on me, for when I want to just get home and relax, or want to visit somebody. I'd certainly recommend picking one up, if you ever find yourself interested in getting a digiport." The convenience it provided more than made up for its pricetag, in their opinion.
As Skald lamented over not having visited Rosewood sooner though, Makoto would chuckle warmly - musing out loud "But that doesn't mean that you can't enjoy it now, hm?" with a squeeze to Skald's hand. Certainly, it'd be a shame that he wasn't able to experience Rosewood growing into the city that it is now like they did, but there was still much to enjoy from the city; and they hoped that the fact that it'd be so brand new to him would make the city all the more impactful for him. "I'm eager to see what you'll think of everything, when we arrive, darling - I always feel so relaxed and at ease, while wandering the streets and mingling with the people."
As Skald grew flustered at Makoto's flirting though, the cheeky fox couldn't help an amused giggle, smiling wryly up at him. If they wanted to (in a playful sense!) murder Skald on the spot, this would probably be when they'd comment on just how cute he was right now - with folks like him, that tended to do the trick in making them into quite the stammering mess. But, Makoto would instead wait with a warm and patient hue to let him regain his composure; not wanting to overwhelm the poor Renamon-X.
Instead, as Skald commented on baking and cooking, Makoto would hum in thought. "I suppose you could say baking is a type of cooking - although if I had to put a simile to it... Cooking is more of an art, whereas baking is more of a science." They'd muse out loud, briefly shifting their position to get comfy against Skald's side, as he wrapped an arm around their shoulders. "In my opinion, at least; or you could otherwise put it like squares and rectangles."
"Cooking, you have a lot of leeway in what sort of ingredients you want to put in it - you can decide if you want to substitute something, or use less or more of a certain spice, and the like; all of it is to your own personal taste. Baking - while you certainly can adjust certain ingredients for flavor and texture - is a lot more particular, in my opinion, in how you handle it. You can't exactly change the ratios of things like flour or eggs, or else the whole thing risks falling apart - sometimes literally."
With that though, they'd arrive at the trailmon station - Makoto humming warmly, at the taller fox's invitation. "We shall," They'd agree with a warm chuckle, wrapping an arm around his waist, as they moved to get this date going proper...
... Though briefly, Makoto's gaze would be drawn towards one of the open doors of the trailmon, almost subconsciously; a result of Kuro's influence. <... Is everything alright, Kuro dear?> They'd question.
<... Saw something enter.> Kuro would eventually respond; it had been quiet this whole time, dormant so as to avoid interrupting Makoto's date. <Something small. Don't know what, though...>
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Post by Deleted on Apr 8, 2021 18:07:26 GMT
Hearing that they didn’t need digiports as much as humans did made a bit of sense to the mon. He’d rub at his chin ever so thoughtfully wondering if he could use one in the same way that makoto here did or perhaps even if he had a branch in the human world… to there. Flicking an ear he’d manage a small smile at the fact that the top-of-the-line digiport making it easier for his companion here.
”Well I don’t travel all too much as of right now. Maybe when I intend to travel more…”
He’d trail off a bit and blink again; his smile spread slightly and he couldn’t help but nod. He would enjoy it; he’d enjoy it with makoto and he’d enjoy their time together when they got there. He’d squeeze their shoulders ever so slightly; enjoying the fact that they were close like this even though normally he wasn’t a very physical person.
”Well I’ll be sure to share what I think when we get there. But I doubt that it’s beauty would surpass yours.”
It was an honest flirt and even though skald himself was flustered at the way makoto was doing so with him? He’d at least try to offer what he thought of the other fox. Maybe it was a little bit less smooth than he’d like but… That giggle made him flush brightly; that wry smile and the way they looked at him made his core skip a beat. His breathing was slightly uneven and he could feel them against his side.
They were closer to him than anyone had ever been; even herald didn’t do this sort of thing. That said; before they were twins there was of course all that flirting that up and vanished when they became linked at the soul. Maybe he had missed those little things more than he thought. But makoto was gentle, kind and easy to get along with as far as he could see.
”I’ll admit that most of the times when I cook I don’t cause the oven to explode. Maybe A little more practice would benefit me hmm… I do like to experiment a lot when cooking and I figured that’d be alright when baking. If they’re so dissimilar it’s amazing how many cooks are also bakers… Are there recipes where you can change them and not upset it too much? Say if you wanted something to be sweeter?”
Skald felt his core leap in his chest as the other’s arm wrapped around his waist. It was subtle but they probably would notice that after brushing past a certain part of his waist the renamon-x’s whole body would involuntarily shudder. Like a bunch of nerves at once had been squeezed. It was still under the renamon-x’s top sure; but a large scar was still a bundle of receptors and they had just brushed over it!
”Mm. Wonder if they have any private booths…”
Skald would gently lead makoto along; showing the tickets to the trailmon to the checker; who upon inquiry would admit they did have private booths but it’d require a different type of ticket. One that skald was more than willing to buy then and there on the spot. Much to the ticket checkers surprise; but a few moments later they would most certainly find themselves in a cozy booth. It had a fold out table if they wanted to eat and it wasn’t hard to see that one of the couches in there could turn into a bed. The renamon-x looked about; letting out a low whistle as he sat down on one of the ‘benches’.
”There were row after row of these rooms… these must be first class booths…”
He’d let out a soft chuckle and look up to makoto; sure they had the entire room. They could sit apart but a part of skald… well he’d pat the ‘couch’ seat next to him with a somewhat nervous smile.
”Looks like they have menus in little holders on the side here… want to pick out something with me?”
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