Pardon the intrusion! [totsuka says cheerfully because this clearly isn't intruding!! he'll remove his shoes and everything though and look around with Obvious Interest]
It's really clean! As expected of Nagumo-san. [totsuka's a hoarder so he's A SLOB!! does kaoru have any rocking ikebana decorations though] It looks like a nice place to have a party.
[Stepping aside to let Totsukas do whatever they do... There are indeed some rockin ikebana decorations!! Someone here clearly has an eye for floral design.]
Ah... A party? [LAUGHS don't be such a kidder, gosh.] I suppose there's enough space for one. Someday, perhaps. [By "someday" Kaoru means "never".
ANYWAY, gesturing down the hall to where the bedrooms are!]
[this seems like a good way to get murdered... totsuka proceeds without a hint of suspicion or self-awareness... though his gaze noticeably rests on the rockin ikebana decorations they pass by. a plan is formulating in his mind... also he wonders how much effort would be needed to theoretically throw a party at kaoru's house -- THEORETICALLY]
Ah, should I wait here? [surely it doesn't matter since totsuka invaded kaoru's home anyway but the bedroom is like a sanctuary for girls right??]
[WOW. THEORETICALLY probably not much if the right argument is used, honestly, because Kaoru's all for making himself seem approachable and friendly...
But for now, they'll just have to jump this other stupid hurdle instead. In a mildly teasing tone:]
You can come along if you'd like. I don't have anything unbecoming lying out. [No padded bras for you, Totsuka.
But Kaoru will proceed down the hall to the bedroom at the very end. There seems to be at least one other, though the door to that one is shut, strangely... Whether or not Totsuka follows him into the room itself, he'll be able to see from the doorway alone that Kaoru's room is just as impeccably tidy as the rest of the house. In fact, the only article of clothing out at all is a single kimono, which Kaoru picks up. Something seems to catch his eye near the vanity table at the same time though, and Totsuka is soon levied a somewhat apologetic glance.]
—It slipped my mind, but... if it isn't too much trouble, may you look at one more thing?
[thanks kaoru for keeping your undergarments secret... still, totsuka dutifully follow Kaoru inside because he was given permission anyway!! though he's similarly impressed by how neat it all is. girls are really neat... though at the same time he thinks that kaoru's room would benefit from cute girl things!! like stuffed animals and calendars with their dates circled in pink marker or something like that. still, he looks at the kimono and is satisfied by how cute it is... it's like it reminds him that kaoru is truly a Normal Girl.]
Sure -- is it another kimono? [FOLLOWS KAORU'S GAZE TO THE VANITY TABLE]
[please don't provide Kaoru with those stuffed animals........
But Kaoru the Truly Normal Girl's vanity table has some kind of murder weapon on it?! Oh wait, nope, it's just a decorative hair fork, though one of the pearl flowers is detached and lying next to the actual comb.]
It's an ornament that I bought a while ago, but one of the flowers broke off. I was advised to try gluing it back into place, but I was also told that certain types of glue might change the color of the pearl... Do you have any suggestions?
[Just sort of standing off to the side with his arms full of kimono, staying out of the way in case Totsuka wants to take a closer look! There's nothing else left out on the table top, and there aren't any decorations hanging around the mirror either. It's a very plain room all the way through... Apparently all of Kaoru's eye for design and color is devoted to the wardrobe and flower arrangements.]
[too late..... as cute as kaoru's clothes and vanity table are, there should be something more SHOULDN'T THERE?? good thing totsuka has like extra stuffed animals in his bag. he'll give one to kaoru...]
Hmm... [picks up the comb and pearl flower and inspects both carefully. let totsuka's load of useless info strike again.] Rather than using superglue or hot glue, you should use epoxy glue! You'll want to use the 24 hour kind instead of the 5 minute one, since the 5 minute one is water-soluble.
[why is totsuka smart... only with the weirdest stuff] It's the kind of glue a lot of jewelers use. It should be okay with pearls! Plus, you can get it any hardware store.
[WHY IS HE CARRYING AROUND STUFFED ANIMALS oh my god totsuka
Kaoru will watch with Great Intensity, though-- or like, mid-level intensity. About as much intensity as could be expected from someone who's curious about fixing their dumb combs.]
Epoxy? [Repeating the word back just to make sure he's got it!] I see! Totsuka-san knows a lot of things. [A lot of useless things... But still more useful than the last guy who helped Kaoru with the comb (YATA) and so Kaoru will smile like it's a big help anyway, gently nodding in a quiet display of gratitude.]
Thank you. I'll stop off at a hardware store the next time I leave to do my shopping, in that case. [MENTAL NOTE ON THE TO-DO LIST.
Starting to shift the fabric around to find the ripped hem soon after that though, since the sooner Kaoru's daily fill of social interaction is met, the better...]
[LMFAO IT'S HIS JOB... he sells stuffed animals from a cart at the subway OKAY]
I used to make lots of jewelry! Ah, that was when I was really into chains and spike collars and things like that -- but now I just have an ear piercing. [points to his tiny hoop...] But besides making things like that, I'm a also an expert at weaving friendship bracelets! If you ever want to learn, then I can teach you.
[while he's chattering away and grinding away at kaoru's fill of social interaction, he'll rifle through his messenger bag...] Hey, Nagumo-san, what color do you like better -- pink or blue?
[THAT IS NO EXCUSE. STOP DRAGGING YOUR WORK AROUND WITH YOU, TOTSUKA!!]
Oh... Were those things in fashion where you come from? [CHAINS AND SPIKE COLLARS?? Kaoru's getting a really weird mental image here. He just let a very questionable person into his room...
Leaning in a little to look at his tiny hoop when it's pointed to, too!]
Did that hurt? [And then:] Oh, but I wouldn't mind learning something like that, if you wouldn't mind teaching me. I've never heard of a "friendship bracelet" before... And I like pink better. [WATCHING.]
It hurt a lot! It's probably because I did it on my own first and went to see a professional after. [he used safety pins... he chuckles a little though because Kaoru is SO CUTE and SO ATTENTIVE what a great conversation they're having] Alright, alright -- then I'll teach you how to make one next time! But first...
[Kaoru doesn't have any regrets about letting this questionable guy in here yet, but they're coming, any second now-]
Please take care with your ears, Totsuka-san... [DON'T JUST STAB NEEDLES THROUGH THEM what the heck.
Except the sudden Arapakasso is enough to distract Kaoru from talk of piercings or friendship bracelets an OH, THERE IT IS, there's the regret. Also surprise?! Looking between the stuffed animal and Totsuka...]
[ignores that first part because WHATEVER YOU'RE NOT HIS MOM KAOWOOB!!!]
Ufufu. [moves the pink arapakasso closer to Kaoru's face!!! IT'S SO CUTE RIGHT] That's right! Nagumo-san, your home's so neat and clean and the flowers are so pretty, but -- it wouldn't hurt if it was filled up with lots of things, right? So I'll give this to you!
[aka your home is too CLEAN FOR TOTSUKA'S TASTES... have this plushie]
But... that... is a pink arapakasso getting closer to his face, isn't it. A pink arapakasso being held by a guy who just went ufufu. CONCERN. There's no backpedaling out of this one now, Kaoru is stuck here for the Long Haul™ and the regrets are gently doubling.]
Oh... Thank you for your consideration. [Reaching out to take it?? HESITANTLY.]
But I don't have anything to give you in return, and you've already been kind enough to come over for a favor to begin with. Could I make you tea or get you a snack, perhaps?
[NOW IT'S YOURS FOREVER KAORU at least until shuu kidnaps it...]
This is normal between friends, isn't it? [bye kaoru... you're in friendship zone now.] Ah, but... There is something you can do for me. Nagumo-san, did you make all those flower decorations yourself?
[HE'LL TREASURE IT......... Actually Kaoru goes over pretty much right away to set it against the pillow on his bed. It may look cute, or it may look even sadder now?? One lone stuffed animal sitting in an undecorated room...
But Kaoru turns back to Totsuka after that, smiling in an expression of gratitude.]
It's still kind of you, even as a friend. [AGREEING THAT THEY'RE FRIENDS. Kaoru's just sealed the deal.]
Ah&dmash; I did, yes. I'm not a professional, but ikebana is a hobby of mine.
[oh no... it does look a bit sad. totsuka has to go home and figure out how many stuffed animals he'll have left after giving one TO EVERYONE and then see if he can give Kaoru MORE ARPAKASSO FRIENDS. Totsuka looks a lot more cheery after getting the sealed deal from Kaoru though. He's so happy about this...]
I thought so! Then, would you mind teaching me? I've been looking for a new hobby recently and ikebana seems perfect!
But after a second of consideration:] Most evenings and weekends. I don't have anything planned then usually, so I would love to meet with you as soon as you're able.
[No... Take mercy and at least set the date for a week or so in the future, Totsuka. This is one of those moments where Kaoru's outward friendliness is more of a burden than a boon.]
Then, how about next weekend? [A bolt of consideration strikes out of NOWHERE] I want it to be this week, but I've been scolded recently on the job... [laughs] I should probably do my best this week so I can take time off!
[his gross optimism is starting to make kaoru feel similarly to how someone with allergies feels when exposed to a field of freshly-bloomed flowers...]
Please do. I'll be waiting.
[FLASHES A CHARMING SMILE.
in the meantime please fix things, thanks handyman, what a pal--]
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WAIT AND SEE... WAIT AND SEE!!
It's really clean! As expected of Nagumo-san. [totsuka's a hoarder so he's A SLOB!! does kaoru have any rocking ikebana decorations though] It looks like a nice place to have a party.
[throw a party kaowoob]
points at eyes points at u...
Ah... A party? [LAUGHS don't be such a kidder, gosh.] I suppose there's enough space for one. Someday, perhaps. [By "someday" Kaoru means "never".
ANYWAY, gesturing down the hall to where the bedrooms are!]
It's right this way...
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Ah, should I wait here? [surely it doesn't matter since totsuka invaded kaoru's home anyway but the bedroom is like a sanctuary for girls right??]
2smooth4thisworld
But for now, they'll just have to jump this other stupid hurdle instead. In a mildly teasing tone:]
You can come along if you'd like. I don't have anything unbecoming lying out. [No padded bras for you, Totsuka.
But Kaoru will proceed down the hall to the bedroom at the very end. There seems to be at least one other, though the door to that one is shut, strangely... Whether or not Totsuka follows him into the room itself, he'll be able to see from the doorway alone that Kaoru's room is just as impeccably tidy as the rest of the house. In fact, the only article of clothing out at all is a single kimono, which Kaoru picks up. Something seems to catch his eye near the vanity table at the same time though, and Totsuka is soon levied a somewhat apologetic glance.]
—It slipped my mind, but... if it isn't too much trouble, may you look at one more thing?
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Sure -- is it another kimono? [FOLLOWS KAORU'S GAZE TO THE VANITY TABLE]
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But Kaoru the Truly Normal Girl's vanity table has some kind of murder weapon on it?! Oh wait, nope, it's just a decorative hair fork, though one of the pearl flowers is detached and lying next to the actual comb.]
It's an ornament that I bought a while ago, but one of the flowers broke off. I was advised to try gluing it back into place, but I was also told that certain types of glue might change the color of the pearl... Do you have any suggestions?
[Just sort of standing off to the side with his arms full of kimono, staying out of the way in case Totsuka wants to take a closer look! There's nothing else left out on the table top, and there aren't any decorations hanging around the mirror either. It's a very plain room all the way through... Apparently all of Kaoru's eye for design and color is devoted to the wardrobe and flower arrangements.]
i looked up how to set pearls on google...
Hmm... [picks up the comb and pearl flower and inspects both carefully. let totsuka's load of useless info strike again.] Rather than using superglue or hot glue, you should use epoxy glue! You'll want to use the 24 hour kind instead of the 5 minute one, since the 5 minute one is water-soluble.
[why is totsuka smart... only with the weirdest stuff] It's the kind of glue a lot of jewelers use. It should be okay with pearls! Plus, you can get it any hardware store.
LMFAO YAYWON......
Kaoru will watch with Great Intensity, though-- or like, mid-level intensity. About as much intensity as could be expected from someone who's curious about fixing their dumb combs.]
Epoxy? [Repeating the word back just to make sure he's got it!] I see! Totsuka-san knows a lot of things. [A lot of useless things... But still more useful than the last guy who helped Kaoru with the comb (YATA) and so Kaoru will smile like it's a big help anyway, gently nodding in a quiet display of gratitude.]
Thank you. I'll stop off at a hardware store the next time I leave to do my shopping, in that case. [MENTAL NOTE ON THE TO-DO LIST.
Starting to shift the fabric around to find the ripped hem soon after that though, since the sooner Kaoru's daily fill of social interaction is met, the better...]
DON'T JUDGE
I used to make lots of jewelry! Ah, that was when I was really into chains and spike collars and things like that -- but now I just have an ear piercing. [points to his tiny hoop...] But besides making things like that, I'm a also an expert at weaving friendship bracelets! If you ever want to learn, then I can teach you.
[while he's chattering away and grinding away at kaoru's fill of social interaction, he'll rifle through his messenger bag...] Hey, Nagumo-san, what color do you like better -- pink or blue?
IM JUDGIN
Oh... Were those things in fashion where you come from? [CHAINS AND SPIKE COLLARS?? Kaoru's getting a really weird mental image here. He just let a very questionable person into his room...
Leaning in a little to look at his tiny hoop when it's pointed to, too!]
Did that hurt? [And then:] Oh, but I wouldn't mind learning something like that, if you wouldn't mind teaching me. I've never heard of a "friendship bracelet" before... And I like pink better. [WATCHING.]
HOW DARE 1/2
It hurt a lot! It's probably because I did it on my own first and went to see a professional after. [he used safety pins... he chuckles a little though because Kaoru is SO CUTE and SO ATTENTIVE what a great conversation they're having] Alright, alright -- then I'll teach you how to make one next time! But first...
2/2
Ta-dah!! [and he leaves it at that, looking EXPECTANTLY AT KAORU]
i cannot believe
Please take care with your ears, Totsuka-san... [DON'T JUST STAB NEEDLES THROUGH THEM what the heck.
Except the sudden Arapakasso is enough to distract Kaoru from talk of piercings or friendship bracelets an OH, THERE IT IS, there's the regret. Also surprise?! Looking between the stuffed animal and Totsuka...]
Ah— ...Are you giving this to me?
you're welcome
Ufufu. [moves the pink arapakasso closer to Kaoru's face!!! IT'S SO CUTE RIGHT] That's right! Nagumo-san, your home's so neat and clean and the flowers are so pretty, but -- it wouldn't hurt if it was filled up with lots of things, right? So I'll give this to you!
[aka your home is too CLEAN FOR TOTSUKA'S TASTES... have this plushie]
gives u a pink arapakasso tbh
But... that... is a pink arapakasso getting closer to his face, isn't it. A pink arapakasso being held by a guy who just went ufufu. CONCERN. There's no backpedaling out of this one now, Kaoru is stuck here for the Long Haul™ and the regrets are gently doubling.]
Oh... Thank you for your consideration. [Reaching out to take it?? HESITANTLY.]
But I don't have anything to give you in return, and you've already been kind enough to come over for a favor to begin with. Could I make you tea or get you a snack, perhaps?
aki's totsuka in disguise
This is normal between friends, isn't it? [bye kaoru... you're in friendship zone now.] Ah, but... There is something you can do for me. Nagumo-san, did you make all those flower decorations yourself?
MY SECRET, REVEALED
But Kaoru turns back to Totsuka after that, smiling in an expression of gratitude.]
It's still kind of you, even as a friend. [AGREEING THAT THEY'RE FRIENDS. Kaoru's just sealed the deal.]
Ah&dmash; I did, yes. I'm not a professional, but ikebana is a hobby of mine.
THAT MAKES ME KAORU
I thought so! Then, would you mind teaching me? I've been looking for a new hobby recently and ikebana seems perfect!
stays away from u........
But now that Kaoru FOOLISHLY BELIEVES that stuffed animal hell has been escaped, the new topic is met with a fresh smile and an enthusiastic nod.]
I don't mind teaching you at all. Working with flowers is something that I've done for most of my life, so I would be glad to share.
but why
Ohhh, great! I'm really glad to hear it! When are you free, Nagumo-san? I can work my schedule around any time for you!
no one needs 2 kaorudes in their life!!!
But after a second of consideration:] Most evenings and weekends. I don't have anything planned then usually, so I would love to meet with you as soon as you're able.
[No... Take mercy and at least set the date for a week or so in the future, Totsuka. This is one of those moments where Kaoru's outward friendliness is more of a burden than a boon.]
someone app ssl!kaoru quick
Then, how about next weekend? [A bolt of consideration strikes out of NOWHERE] I want it to be this week, but I've been scolded recently on the job... [laughs] I should probably do my best this week so I can take time off!
THE TERRIBLE TWOSOME
Oh... Please take care with your job, Totsuka-san. It would be terrible if you were to be scolded. [So very terrible.]
Next weekend is fine.
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Great! Should I meet you here then?
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Please do. I'll be waiting.
[FLASHES A CHARMING SMILE.
in the meantime please fix things, thanks handyman, what a pal--]
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