[ Those places are usually more expensive, especially when you want a private room with a chef and stuff! But that's okay. She won't make Cloud pay tomorrow. One of the last few times she'll use Ayato's money for their dates. ]
I have been before, but... I'd love to go to one with you.
[ He'd, admittedly, planned on using part of the money they retrieved from Kyushu. Cloud can break his frugal routine for Ayaka. If it's just for one little thing like this... But they'll cross the bridge for money and who pays when they get there. ]
[ But... he always does that. And every time he does, she is always grateful. ]
I... I don't think I can speak about my burdens as easily with anyone else. It is different when I speak to Aether or Lumine... especially because they have bonds with Ayato, as well.
[ But she probably shouldn't keep explaining things that way. Ayaka once said that Cloud is important and special to her. This is one of the reasons why. ]
[ Of course it was different with the likes of the Travelers. They weren't bound to Inazuma. Or anywhere, for that matter, right? But the connection they've made with her was something special, too. But she says something about their bond with Ayato, and he opens his eyes, staring up at the ceiling in thought when she speaks from her heart. ]
I feel the same way. You know more about what I've been through than some people I know back home.
[ But...that was also more of a factor in timing. Sooner or later, the others would need to know what happened so they could understand why Cloud was so fixated on settling the score with Sephiroth. But here in Nippon? That's become a nonissue. For the time being. Yet the details he shared with her...the dream that she's consoled him through... That was for her and her alone. And it was up to him to make sure something like that never came to pass. Not with Sephiroth, or anyone else. ]
It's like you said: if you're gonna be there for me when I'm vulnerable, [ Ah. The time he accidentally called her. The best mistake he ever made. ] then I'm gonna be there for you.
[ How truly lucky she is. But now, she believes it is time to hang up. She'll never let Cloud sleep at this rate... she'd want to keep talking to him! And she really should try and get some sleep, too. It would be bad to be late on a date, after all. ]
Hehe. Now, we should end our call. I am already lamenting that I cannot hold your hand right now, after hearing you say that.
[ It's more than just holding his hand that she wants, though. But... that would be enough to lift her spirits. ]
[ And give her all the handholding that...actually, they both want. He hasn't said anything about it yet, but once she's arrived, whether she's tired from her trip or after their outing, Cloud still plans on inviting her back to his apartment. If only to take a load off her feet and relax before she goes home! And if Zack happens to be home at the time? Even better. And if not?
Well. (っ˘з(˘⌣˘ ) ♡ ]
Okay. [ It feels like there's something else he wants to say...but he softly ends with, ] Good night, Ayaka.
[ And to spare her the pain THE DRAMA of hitting 'END' first, he hangs up. The moment he does? He sets the magi-comm to his chest, heaving with a deeper sigh as he spends the next couple minutes staring at his roof. ]
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Date: 2022-07-14 09:29 pm (UTC)[ Full agreement there! Now the only problem is actually falling asleep because she's excited. ]
Where should we eat tomorrow?
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Date: 2022-07-14 10:48 pm (UTC)[ Summer makes him think of BBQ and grills. But as he hums and thinks... Oh, wait! ]
Ever been to a Hibachi grill?
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Date: 2022-07-14 11:30 pm (UTC)I have been before, but... I'd love to go to one with you.
Have you?
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Date: 2022-07-15 12:49 am (UTC)Not yet. Sounds like we've got our spot.
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Date: 2022-07-15 01:02 am (UTC)[ So Cloud doesn't have to pick her up at the station! ]
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Date: 2022-07-15 01:06 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2022-07-15 01:21 am (UTC)[ He doesn't have to, but it's a very chivalric gesture! She appreciates it very much. ]
I'll send you a message when I am near.
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Date: 2022-07-15 04:02 am (UTC)[ He'd even go early if she asked him. Cloud's pretty good at sticking to a schedule when something doesn't get in the way! ]
Looking forward to it.
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Date: 2022-07-15 04:09 am (UTC)[ Don't worry your little wallet, Cloud. She's the one inviting, so she doesn't mind paying! ]
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Date: 2022-07-15 04:59 am (UTC)[ It was...addictingly refreshing. And yet he still doesn't have it all the time. ]
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Date: 2022-07-15 06:24 am (UTC)[ Right now, she means! ]
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Date: 2022-07-15 06:46 am (UTC)no subject
Date: 2022-07-15 08:52 am (UTC)[ That makes sense, right?
Can she say she craves Cloud's tongue in her mouth AKSHHAHDHS]no subject
Date: 2022-07-15 08:54 am (UTC)[
Stay on the line long enough, and he might be all ears.]no subject
Date: 2022-07-15 10:09 am (UTC)[ :)!! Maybe she might order the same. ]
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Date: 2022-07-15 08:49 pm (UTC)[ He laughs briefly after that, closing his eyes as he focuses in on Ayaka's voice. ]
So what time should I be there?
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Date: 2022-07-15 10:13 pm (UTC)[ Since that's quite a long trip she's making. ]
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Date: 2022-07-15 10:28 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2022-07-15 11:17 pm (UTC)[ how does i phonecall ]
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Date: 2022-07-15 11:44 pm (UTC)[ There's literally zero space between her asking that question and his answer. But that being said...he does loose a sigh. Not a sad one! ]
Alright. I'll letcha go.
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Date: 2022-07-15 11:52 pm (UTC)[ But... he always does that. And every time he does, she is always grateful. ]
I... I don't think I can speak about my burdens as easily with anyone else. It is different when I speak to Aether or Lumine... especially because they have bonds with Ayato, as well.
[ But she probably shouldn't keep explaining things that way. Ayaka once said that Cloud is important and special to her. This is one of the reasons why. ]
I feel very safe with you.
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Date: 2022-07-16 12:43 am (UTC)I feel the same way. You know more about what I've been through than some people I know back home.
[ But...that was also more of a factor in timing. Sooner or later, the others would need to know what happened so they could understand why Cloud was so fixated on settling the score with Sephiroth. But here in Nippon? That's become a nonissue. For the time being. Yet the details he shared with her...the dream that she's consoled him through... That was for her and her alone. And it was up to him to make sure something like that never came to pass. Not with Sephiroth, or anyone else. ]
It's like you said: if you're gonna be there for me when I'm vulnerable, [ Ah. The time he accidentally called her. The best mistake he ever made. ] then I'm gonna be there for you.
[ Only this time, ]
Every step.
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Date: 2022-07-16 01:06 am (UTC)[ How truly lucky she is. But now, she believes it is time to hang up. She'll never let Cloud sleep at this rate... she'd want to keep talking to him! And she really should try and get some sleep, too. It would be bad to be late on a date, after all. ]
Hehe. Now, we should end our call. I am already lamenting that I cannot hold your hand right now, after hearing you say that.
[ It's more than just holding his hand that she wants, though. But... that would be enough to lift her spirits. ]
I'm excited to see you again.
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Date: 2022-07-16 01:35 am (UTC)[ And give her all the handholding that...actually, they both want. He hasn't said anything about it yet, but once she's arrived, whether she's tired from her trip or after their outing, Cloud still plans on inviting her back to his apartment. If only to take a load off her feet and relax before she goes home! And if Zack happens to be home at the time? Even better. And if not?
Well. (っ˘з(˘⌣˘ ) ♡ ]
Okay. [ It feels like there's something else he wants to say...but he softly ends with, ] Good night, Ayaka.
[ And to spare her the pain
THE DRAMAof hitting 'END' first, he hangs up. The moment he does? He sets the magi-comm to his chest, heaving with a deeper sigh as he spends the next couple minutes staring at his roof. ]