OH WHAT IF I AM HER TYPE
Summer 2021, Week 5
Thursday morning
Royal Metro Library, Old Towne
Yūki Mizuki
Aa Yūki arrived by the library - perhaps a minute or two late, but nothing worth complaining about - she saw no sign of Aloy anywhere, and chose to simply wait it out on a bench outside. At least the weather was nice enough for that. He would call if he were actually late, right? Unless he forgot or is still asleep. Would he do that? If this is a prank, I'll slash his tires if not worse. No, there's no need to think of that. He'll be here any minute.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy was a few minutes later, he was still recovering from the night before of dealing with criminals, not to mention he woke up late and had to shave. He was smart though and took backstreets to avoid the traffic pulling up onto a parking spot and getting out he looked exhausted like he hadn’t slept or didn’t get any good sleep. He quickly walked over to Yūki and smiled. “Sorry I’m late hope I didn’t keep ya waiting long did I? Sorry had to shave and homework kept me up last night.”Yūki Mizuki
She looked up once he approached, giving him a look that was more surprised than annoyed by now. "Nah, it's only been a few minutes. Seriously though, how much homework can you possibly have? You look like you've spent half a night at it."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“It’s a scary amount. Managed to get through like half of it, tried to pull an all nighter.” He spoke through several yawns as he stretched his arms out and cracked his neck looking to the library and then Yūki. “You ready to go inside?” Upon a second look or a longer glance Yūki could tell Aloy at least tried to look somewhat good compared to when he was at the zoo. He wore some aftershave actually wore fitting clothes instead of the baggiest shit he could slip on, brushed his hair. Either he was doing it for her or yesterday he didn’t expect to actually see anyone.Yūki Mizuki
She slightly narrowed her eyes at the observation but didn't mention it. If there was something more to it, she'd probably notice signs as time went on, but at least the gesture was nice regardless of its reasoning. There was no such significant difference in her appearance; while her attire was perhaps slightly smarter than last time, it was mostly just due to the expectation of being indoors. "Sure, no point in waiting. Have you got some specific spot in mind?" She got up along with the bag she had on her, presumably containing whatever school supplies or snacks she'd decided to bring along.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
He was carrying a cheap crappy backpack on one shoulder. Same one he used for school it carried the rest of his homework and some snacks. He noticed the clothes but It didn’t really matter what she wore. “Do I look like I visit libraries often?” He crossed his arms as he walked at a slower pace for him….or y’know a power walk for Yūki considering he towered a foot over her as he made his way into the library. “Maybe we can ask the librarian for a good spot?”Yūki Mizuki
If it's a rare occasion, why randomly it now? No, that's a stupid thought. As if anyone needs a special reason for that. She shrugged as she tried to keep up with his pace, brushing off the useless suspicions. "I guess we can. Or is it the sort of thing that's technically their job but definitely not what they're here for, like visiting a gas station just to use the bathroom without buying anything? Dunno, your call."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well I mean, we can just avoid them if that fits what you want more, let’s find a corner yeah? Corners are always the best spots for existing in.” He slowed down as he began to look for a spot so she could catch up. “Do they give you any assignments over the break? Or did you luck out?”Yūki Mizuki
She hummed in agreement as she scanned their surroundings for anything useful or suspicious. "Nothing too major, at least. I've been trying not to leave everything to the last possible moment, anyway. What about you, are you catching up on all subjects or only some?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Whole more subtle in his scanning motions Aloy was constantly searching for threats. A great gift from getting shot twice! “I got through quite a lot last night but uh most subjects..,I don’t really like homework it’s so boring and hard to focus. Like they expect me to sit down for hours staring at paper compared to actually doing y’know important life shit.”Yūki Mizuki
"I guess it can be like that. Still, maybe it wouldn't take as many hours if you paid enough attention." She joked and turned toward him. "So is it true you're not just looking for help with that?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Heh, maybe but I don’t get many silent listeners in summer classes so it’s hard to focus let alone sleep….but sleeping is easier.” He joked back sitting down and emptying out stuff from his bag. “Uhhh whaddya mean Yūki? I just wanted to study, maybe get some food after if we’re hungry.” His town was honest enough even though there was some awkwardness behind it. Was he hiding something? Or just not expecting her to ask that? Who knows.Yūki Mizuki
Hmm... I'll definitely have to keep my eyes open. Either he's sneakier than he looks or just as weird as he seems. "Nothing, that's all right. I was a little surprised by the phone call, that's all. Wasn't sure if you were actually going to do anything with my number." She carefully tried to bait him for more answers as she also took out her things. This was almost more interesting than the actual reason for being here.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Hey I offered for you to get my number and that’s it, but if ive got someone’s number and I like hangin’ with em why not study with ‘em and stuff…” Why’s she being so weird ‘bout this? It’s probably nothing…. OH WHAT IF I AM HER TYPE?! That changes the context of everything I’ve said from friendly to flirty! Wait not stop you’re no-ones type just stop. Just ask. He quickly dug through his bag looking for a pencil kicking out a chair opposite of him for her to sit on. A gentlemanly act at its core even if it was a bit….Aloy. “You’re being a bit weird ‘bout this. You alright? Like I won’t tell anyone anything not like I’ve got anyone to tell stuff to…”Yūki Mizuki
She sat down with a hint of a smile at the gesture and looked for the page she'd left off in the book she was reading. However, once he implied any suspicion toward her, she immediately looked straight at him, once again almost too sharply to seem normal. What's he after? Does he know or suspect something? Whose side is he on? "What do you mean? What makes you think that?" The retort was emotionless more than insecure, clearly she was pressing for answers. This could go wrong if he wasn't careful.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I just mean, y’know. I called Cus I wanted to study and hang out with you, if you have me your number why’s it surprising that I actually called and stuff…or am I just weird for having straightforward relationships with people?” He awkwardly smiled back looking up and seeing tbe expression sighed and put down the pencil. “I just asked if you were alright Cus I care that you’re living good. Like I do for most people I know, and if you ain’t I wanna try an’ help…”Yūki Mizuki
He's trying to find something out. As if he genuinely cares about a random person's life. Better play along for now. Her composure relaxed somewhat, though her exression remained slightly skeptical. "No, it's fine. I just misinterpreted it, thanks for the concern. I just haven't really had this kind of random meetings either, but nothing wrong with that."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy was in fact not trying to find something out. He gave a defeated sigh and shot back a tired look. “I know this might be hard to believe but I do care about other peoples lives. I mean sure I beat the shit outta assholes but it doesn’t mean I don’t understand their struggles and want them to love good and become good people….I’ll drop it though.” He picked up his pencil and got back to work. “My whole life is random meetings at this point. You get used to the unplanned chaos.”Yūki Mizuki
Did I go too far? What if that only made him more suspicious? "No, it's fine... I mean, nothing's wrong aside of the mundane issues that everyone has, but it's fine to ask if it makes you worry for no reason." She seemed to relent somewhat, and soon tried to normalize the conversation. "So, uh... What are you working on there?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well, I always worry but there are reasons. I’ll take your word for it even though I don’t really know mundane issues.” He looked down and pulled up the worksheet. It was the back of an English one and he had been idly drawing on it before quickly flipping it around, “it’s uh maths not a hot rod… I mean English not maths fuck.”Yūki Mizuki
At least his nonsensical response got a bit of a chuckle from her. "It's almost like you wanted to come here for some reason other than studying. Just let me know if you're stuck." She gave him a meaningful look and returned to the book for the moment.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Yep that was meant to be maths then English meant to be funny okay a chuckle good. He softly pushed the paper back onto the table and start writing on something t about Shakespeare. “What reason would I have besides studying…..” he looked confused for a few seconds as he quickly clicked through the options in his mind making sure to keep the ridiculous idea’s of Unbreakable away from what he says. “Well why do you think that? What would you want it to be? And I dunno can you translate Shakespeare into fuckin’ English? Or Japanese either I’m not picky.” He joked staring at the worksheet.Yūki Mizuki
"I'm joking, it's just that you designated this time for studying and instead you're... well, whatever you're doing. But yeah, just tell me what you need and in which language." The atmosphere seemed to have calmed down somewhat, at least. And maybe his failings weren't causing too much of an issue either.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Hey I draw when I get absent minded I can’t help it. Also woulda felt weird if something was going on with you too actually put all my effort into work.” He shrugged and looked up a small hint of a smile back at her. “Well Uhm….. These violent delights have violent endsAnd in their triump die, like fire and powder
Which, as they kiss, consume…
the fuck does that mean? Why is there kissing in violence?”
Yūki Mizuki
"Ever heard of the term 'figure of speech'?" She asked, shaking her head with a smile. Was he even being serious? "Extreme emotions have extreme outcomes, so be careful with love or you'll regret it. Or something like that. It's not all that complicated, it sounds more poetic when you make it all sensual like that."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Yeah. Like two birds one stone…fifteen minutes can save you fifteen percent….Uhm……” He shook his head and intently listened. “Pfft love isnt a real emotion. It’s not even a thing. Well I mean it is just not something I know anything ‘bout why’s it always Romeo and Juliette why can’t it be like the original cars? It’s more entertaining then this shit.”Yūki Mizuki
She did her best not to laugh at the downright absurd things he was saying. "Whether that's true or not, this stuff probably gets referenced more and not without reason. Besides, it's almost like you've taken that exact advice already if you're that dismissive about love. Either that, or you're not being careful enough."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I haven’t taken any advice from Shakespeare. I just haven’t seen anyone love another in the way he means. Have you? You ever even felt love?” He shrugged before writing down an answer and looking to Yūki. “Also the cars thing was a joke.”Yūki Mizuki
...Bringing up a kids' movie is a joke but directly asking about someone's romantic history isn't? She gave a shrug and glanced to the side, seeming somewhat reserved about the topic. "Depends on what you mean by that, I guess. Like, come on, it's not like my family neglects me, not at it's anything wildly passionate either. As for other stuff... That's a little personal, don't you think?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Huh. Oh I just mean. I’ve never experienced it ever. Didn’t even know other people could. I mean I used to hear my dad talk about it but…y’know he’s gone I thought it was just things people said to make lonely people either sad or have hope.” There was an oddly vacant tone to his voice. Like he hadn’t really experienced everything someone his age should have. Like he never got to experience a childhood crush….or did but never got explained what that meant. “Anyway let’s move on….uh you got any maths?”Yūki Mizuki
She gave him a questioning look, but her expression softened somewhat as he went on. It didn't sound like he was being dishonest, and it would've been a strange thing to lie about anyway unless he was trying to make her pity him. Well, she'd have to think about that. "Uh, right. Only a little at this point, and I decided not to bring that stuff here for now. Thought I'd mostly focus on this novel unless you had trouble with something."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Cool cool cool cool coool. I’ll uh just work on this uh silently for a bit so you can read.” Aloy began to get to work after quickly shooting out all the words. Idiot. Should have said that now she’s gonna pity you and everyone’s gonna know you’re scared of being and dying alone in an alleyway. Scared or being alone but too scared to branch out idiot.Yūki Mizuki
She hummed in agreement and turned her attention to the book, only occasionally glancing at him as if checking whether he was up to no good. He really is a weird one. Though I guess it makes some sense if people haven't been too interested in him before, with how much trouble his made. But isn't it bound to change now that he's changed so much? Depends on whether he's always so awkward, I guess. Then again, maybe it's not so weird, it's not like I've really been properly involved with anyone like that. But at least I have my reasons.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy was in fact staring at the paper trying to work out the problems. Why did you say that idiot! Idiot! She doesn’t need to know everything about you! It isn’t normal to talk about love lives….is it? I mean girls always do on those stupid shows I have on when I clean. Or what was that one with the red haired dude? Dale’s River or something? Ugh doesn’t matter just say something this silence is deafening. Something just anything! “Man this is uh really quiet huh?” YOU FUCKING IDIOT ITS A LIBRARY.Yūki Mizuki
Once he broke the silence, she looked up from the book to give him a puzzled look. It was quickly becoming the most common expression he got to see from her. "...Can't argue with that." She responded somewhat awkwardly, likely expecting him to have something more to say. Or maybe it was his idea of a joke?Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I mean uh. Like there isn’t yelling or protesting outside that makes it’s way in and stuff. It’s peaceful….but feels kinda deafening right?” He awkwardly kept working not looking at Yūki trying to hide the embarrassment of his stupidity.Yūki Mizuki
She gave a shrug to at least appear somewhat understanding. "I've never really seen it that way, a bit of silence is welcome in the middle of all the chaos." At least I prefer the silent nights when there are no threats to deal with... Wait, don't tell me he's going to think I told him to shut up... "But ask away if you need anything."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well different points of view I guess. I dunno why but I dislike silence.” You know exactly why Aloy. You have to fill every single empty breath with something otherwise they eat away. Like what happened to my fath- no not gonna dig into that wormhole. “That’s probably cus you live like above a shop right? Noise is probably annoying unlike me where I live….y’know…..alone.”Yūki Mizuki
"Yeah... I guess that's true. You don't have any noisy neighbors, huh?" She decided it was probably best not to ask about the deeper details. If the way he referred to them was anything to go by, it would probably result in more awkwardness. But maybe he'd reveal more through a casual conversation.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Not really. Mostly just depressed mom’s drinking down another wine cooler or sad old people. Maybe a few happy couples.” I mean I’m probably the noisy neighbour always working on my car or playing music loud. “So what’s it like living above a restaurant?”Yūki Mizuki
...Yeah, that doesn't sound depressing at all. The attitude definitely doesn't help. "It's not that bad, we have decent soundproofing and it's not like the place is busy all the time. The restaurant doesn't get too rowdy anyway, it's the bar on the side that's the problem. Sometimes, at least. Where exactly is your place, though?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Oh and there’s Marv! He sold me the car. Alright guy once you get past the…yeah no he’s an asshole.” A small chuckle left Aloy’s throat before he shrugged. “I live in Lakeview. It’s a decent enough place.”Yūki Mizuki
She gave a polite smile as she made the connection and recalled the place. A little unusual for his life situation, maybe, but not exactly something that broke character. As if anything would at this point. "Yeah, that's what I hear. Doesn't sound like you're too thrilled with it, though. Do you prefer other places in the city?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I like Lakeview just fine but…it just it doesn’t really feel like it’s my place y’know? Kinda like getting a phone case but it doesn’t match whay you wanted so it feels weird but you still use it…if that makes sense. Once I turn eighteen it’s legally my place anyway so then I can do what I need to it but until then I must crumble to my mothers rules or lack thereof.” He shrugged and smiled still working on his maths problems. “I just mean like, I’d happily live in an open garage warehouse for my car and a bedroom above it. Don’t need a full house y’know? I sleep in the attic because it’s got the most room for crying out loud.”Yūki Mizuki
She gave a faint chuckle; somehow barely any of what he said seemed very surprising. "I can almost imagine it. You sure have something to look forward to, at least. Not that many people have a proper apartment all for themselves at our age." She briefly checked her phone but didn't seem to find anything noteworthy. "Do you have any big renovations in mind? And to be clear, how big is the place?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
"Well its a house....uhhhm. I mean I don't wanna sound spoilt and ungrateful but I dunno what I'm gonna do with it, I know I ain't gonna become a fuckin' landlord." He awkwardly smiled and shrugged. "Well it's got a garage that can fit three cars, an attic, a basement, a master bedroom ensuite, a guest room with an ensuite, Another two smaller guest rooms, living room, kitchen, dining room and uh like another empty room."Yūki Mizuki
"What, you've easily got room for a whole family and you mean to keep it all to yourself? You've got to have some serious ideas for the place, then." By the sound of it she was joking, but did seem genuinely curious. "I mean, you don't have to tell me, but this is getting interesting."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well my grandparents bought it for my parents thinking they were starting a full family…well that didn’t really go well since I’m an only child.” Only mistake. He chuckled and shrugged. “I dunno, maybe paint the walls a different colour? Finally find hobbies to put on my walls….I don’t really know but if you ever need a place to stay I’ve got plenty room.”Yūki Mizuki
Is that a weird thing to offer or am I just thinking too much about it? "Thanks, I guess, though I doubt that'll be the case as long as my parents want me." She joked, deciding to ask for some more in a similar fashion. "Is that an offer you give to everyone you talk to or just me?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
"Must be nice." Aloy joked back with a smile. Not like my mother cares. He shrugged and gave her an awkward smile. "Oh well, Only you and Clyde. I mean I don't hate you and I don't know whats going on at home so maybe it's something you'd need why not offer? Parents can suck and even if its for a night better under my roof then the street."Yūki Mizuki
"Fair enough, I guess." Is he trying to get something in return? It's not like he needs a place to stay or anything like that... What if he's after a job or something? Nah, he's a terrible cook and I'm not sure he'd exactly fit the scene anyway. Unless he knows more than he lets on? She also gave a shrug in return. "Not that it's really for me to decide, but you can ask if you need any favors like that, too."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
"I won't but I appreciate it. I mean I've got like room for a full family and I don't use it so if someone else needs it why not offer a hand if they aren't actively being a cunt." He gave the most awkward smile possible changing what he was working on at a decent enough pace. "I mean probably not normal and stuff to offer place to stay if shit doesn't go well but eh since when was I seen as normal."Yūki Mizuki
"That level of self-awareness? This is new." She joked and returned to the book for a little while, occasionally taking a bite from the snacks she had on her. "So, what are you planning for the rest of the day?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
"Yeah yeah. Well, I've got to help the church with their movie night, then after that I'm going to do some uh MMA training and then off to bed, between church and now I've got no plans. What 'bout you?"Yūki Mizuki
"Nothing unusual, more work later in the afternoon, hope they won't keep me too late into the night. It's hard enough to keep a normal sleep schedule the way it is." She explained, sounding somewhat bored at the plans imposed upon her. But it was still a convenient arrangement in the end.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I would say I feel that but I don’t work. However I relate to having a ruined sleep schedule too much. I feel like I don’t get even a wink anymore.”Yūki Mizuki
"You definitely look like that, at least. You should probably try fixing that if you don't want people to think you're actually some gang member." She responded somewhat humorously. As if he's got the right attitude for that sort of thing.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well I think the sudden height and handsome features were going to save me from the gang rumours. Maybe I’m just a model now.” He pulled a genetic dramatic modelling pose. The type that looks so fucking stupid in a very purposeful joke. He knew he was considered handsome by generic stupid standards but didn’t mean he felt it. He felt quite the opposite.Yūki Mizuki
"Maybe you should give it a try. I doubt you'll need Shakespeare in that profession, either." It was hard to tell whether her entire response was a joke. Maybe she wasn't quite sure herself; he certainly had the looks for it. "Still, I doubt everyone will just forget everything even if you look so different now. But if they do, at least that's one more reason for them to chase after you."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Pfft yeah right. Like anyone would actually hire me. I’m not that good looking. You gotta have a certain thing for that.” Aloy just assumed she was joking and chuckled to himself. It was a weird case of knowing that he is attractive but not feeling it or thinking it means people will like jinx “Yeah right chase after me. I don’t think anyone would do that…”Yūki Mizuki
...What kind of reverse psychology is that? Is he seriously trying to get me to flatter him again? He must have a thing for that or something. "You'd be surprised. I'm guessing you haven't asked what other people think, but maybe you should if you're not convinced." There, that should do it. I'm not going to take such an obvious bait again.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Why should I care what other people think? I mean sure it annoys me that I have to figure out if they wanna punch me or not now but besides thay what’s it matter, I ain’t asked anyone what they’ve thought most people who I cared about what they thought just told me.” He shrugged and put his head back down to work. It feels weird, it’s like sure I know I’m handsome in a generic sense forced by societies toxic standards for men but I mean I don’t feel like it. Most people have just been looking at me weird…or scared.Yūki Mizuki
There we go again, expecting people to just speak their mind about everything. One day that'll backfire on him. "I mean, you don't have to care, but it's good to be aware of it, right? If you know what others think and expect, that's an advantage you can use." She kept a portion of her attention on him even as she tried to continue reading. There was something amusing about poking at such an unusual person's brain and seeing what turned up.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Okay then it’d it’s good to be aware of what do you think then? There isn’t anyone else to ask and you think it’s a good idea to know so what do you think?” He shrugged and looked around as if to emphasise his point. I know people lie to me….what if she’s actually a criminal trying to get close because she found out about my identity! Aloy shut the fuck up that’s dumb.Yūki Mizuki
...Okay, I guess I walked right into that one. Then again his thoughts are so random that it's almost not even worth being careful. "Well... Depends on what you mean by that. I think you look good, yeah. And most people would probably agree. That shouldn't be a controversial statement." She responded somewhat defensively and avoided his gaze, seeming slightly annoyed now that the topic was forced upon her.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“And I’m guessin’ it wasn’t like that beforehand unless you have a thing for black eyes which if you do. I mean I won’t judge but maybe talk to a psych ‘bout that.” There was a teasing tone to his voice before he awkwardly looked down and shook his head. “You don’t gotta answer that.”Yūki Mizuki
She still seemed somewhat irritated due to being put on the spot like this, but didn't let him get a satisfying win so easily. "Well, it's not like you ever really talked to me before, either. So it'd almost be more fitting if you answered these questions instead."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Okay now she’s asking to be challenged don’t back down you fought Victory! You didn’t win Aloy but I mean you held your own pretty well! “You wanna ask go ahead. I ain’t uh stopping ya.” He challenged back with a surge of somewhat earned confidence though to Yūki it would seem a bit random. He was still looking down hiding his blushing from her previous comment.Yūki Mizuki
What are these reactions, anyway? Probably shouldn't joke about getting someone's head checked when you're like this. "What, you're gonna make me say it? Well, how do I look if it's made you that interested all of a sudden?" She made no pose of any sort, but she did lean in with a rather devious look as if to keep him from getting away. A snake ready to pounce, one might've thought.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well before you were usually y’know with your group and no offence but I know teenage girls like them. Also I was always too busy fighting….” He chuckled awkwardly still head down working with a small glance up. “I’ll admit I find you pretty but I got interested in hanging out with you when I realised you weren’t as bad as I though, the sudden interest as to if you find me attractive? Just thought it was good to be aware.”Yūki Mizuki
"Not as bad as you thought, huh? I guess I should just take that as a compliment and not think too hard about it." She said with an amused look as she leaned back once again. "Still, I think it would be useful to know another thing, one that you like to bring up. What's your type, then?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I don’t give em out often so just take it.” He smiled still working however this new question caused him to look up less in surprise or shock and more in confusion. “Women. Since I’m straight. But I uh dunno. Ain’t got a type. I mean maybe goth women? Or car chicks? I ain’t really got a type. Why you trying to find what I like? I mean I already know your type it’s me.” A shit eating grin graced across his face enjoying the teasing. “Seriously though I don’t know. More about the person less what category they fit into. What about you?”Yūki Mizuki
She seemed satisfied with herself until his trademark remark returned the annoyance. Was he never going to let it go? "Eh, I guess I don't really know either. I mean, men, yeah, but aside of that. It's not like I have anyone specific in mind, so it's hard to put my finger on it. That's definitely not to say that anything goes, though."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy shrugged listening. “fair enough. Don’t wanna date someone who’s an asshole. I mean I wouldn’t date someone who just uses people for popularity and stuff.”Yūki Mizuki
Sometimes the background matters more than the person. I do what I have to, as we all do. "Yeah, pretty much. But come on, who do you think is going to be interested in you for the sake of popularity? Didn't you say you're not even interested in the glamorous stuff anymore?" She teased in an effort to see if a reversed approach got more results.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I dunno. It was just like an example. Maybe there’d be someone who wants to make me into like a lap dog. I ain’t gonna be no lapdog for anyone. Can’t muzzle this mutt.” He shrugged again looking back to his work. “And for the glamorous stuff I never really cared but I mean it’d be nice to actually have a date to a dance instead of just not going for once or y’know not sitting alone at lunch watching for people to fight. Ain’t gotta be romantic but y’know. I would say you’ve probably got guys asking you out all the time but with the Yakuza rumours men can be kinda idiotic….or smart depending on how you view it.”Yūki Mizuki
What exactly is he asking? Or is he just rambling for no reason? She momentarily tensed at the mention of the yakuza but managed to hide the reaction once it was clear he was joking. "Come on, you're not that unpopular. You just need to actually ask someone the next time you need a partner.. Wasn't so difficult with me, was it? As for me, come on. I don't know know what the other guys think, but if some big fish was after me, do you think they'd let you hang out with me like this?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Most people think when I’m alone with them it means I’m going to beat the shit outta them…..I mean it’s not always untrue and I dunno if someone would go to a dance with me. Even though I can dance.” He had a weak smile and shrugged. However as she said that the smile faded and his tone became more serious. “Well It wouldn’t be up to him would it? It’s up to you, if he tries to make you act otherwise I’ll beat the shit outta him. Just Cus you’re dating don’t mean you got a right to do that.”Yūki Mizuki
"Come on, I'm just joking. My family is a bit old fashioned with these things, but it's nothing that extreme. You don't have to beat the shit out of everyone whose actions you disagree with." She said and shook her head with a smile. That's mostly true, at least... But I'm honestly not sure how long it'll remain so. "Seriously though, you, a dancer? Why learn if you're so sure you don't need that skill?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Whats your family gotta do with you being with a guy? Then again I guess they effect your choices don’t they but….anyway. I don’t have too but when it harms people and doesn’t let them be who they want within reason i do. A bigot won’t learn from a stern talking to every time.” He gave a deep sigh before he smiled. “My mother got me lessons and gave it as a requirement to still get an allowance up until a year or two ago. Private lessons. Name a dance from Salsa, to anything else I can do it. She also got me etiquette lessons when I was younger but those stopped……dunno why.”Yūki Mizuki
"If I had to guess, the tutor probably shot himself." She joked under her breath as she dug through her bag some more, then returned her attention to him. "Still, that's another surprise. You might disagree, but you haven't exactly earned a reputation as a charming gentleman."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Hey this was before I became feral!” He chuckled a smile coming across his face. “Yeah I try to go for feral combatant. If I ever meet parents you’ll get to see it in full action.”Yūki Mizuki
"Guess I'll take that as a warning never to mention you around them." She said with a shrug, maintaining the act. "Kinda makes you wonder what changed back then if you had all this fancy training and switched things up to fighting. Since you're saying you were civilised before."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Eh I dunno.” Oh I exactly know. I got abandoned that’s what happened. Got told all I was good for was protecting others and let it get into my head. Had to release the anger of my dad telling me I’m going to be a great protector and then leaving me then my mother leaving too. Fuck I hate them. “Heh I know civility now, I think I’ve been doing pretty well here.”Yūki Mizuki
Hm? Maybe that was a little personal. "Yeah, can't deny it. Didn't even bring any unnecessarily loud snacks or something like that." She said and motioned at him. "Though speaking of civility, that reminds me. Do you even partake in actual fights anymore since you don't look like you've taken a beating lately? Or have you just learned to guard your face?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Yeah. I know I’m pretty good at this awkward silence stuff. It’s a talent.” He smiled and looked at himself as she motioned. He saw his hands unharmed thinking about how they killed people how he had to try and keep victory alive spacing out before shaking his head. “It’s a mix of both. I’ve been trying to fight less, catch up on schoolwork and before I never really cared about getting hurt…but I do now.”Yūki Mizuki
"Huh. Well, good for you. Definitely helps with the positive impression, people might actually get scared if you were all battered and scarred, too." She noted, ignoring the smaller marks from old injuries that she could see. "Still, did you seriously never get to take advantage of those dance lessons? Kind of a shame, really."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Yeah….I’m already pretty battered up and stuff anyway plus the height and stuff y’know.” Looking down at the topic Aloy anxiously rubbed his hands together before pulling his sleeves up to break the invasive thoughts. He’d been wounded so many times and every time was a luck out. “Heh no I uh never really got too. I mean it gave me a sense of rhythm and control over my body that helped with fighting and dancing alone….but no I’ve never gotten to dance with someone in a proper sense it’s probably the only time I’d ever have my no touching rule not there.”Yūki Mizuki
"What, you have a rule for that? Guess I'm lucky I haven't thought to poke you yet, might've gotten the shit beaten out of me if I've learned anything about you." She joked to maintain the positive mood, but gave him a more curious look. "I'm not too experienced with dancing in particular, definitely not all the traditional ones. Though I guess gymnastics helps with that, too."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“It’s more a boundary. Don’t like being touched. So if someone does it I just dunno what happens usually beat the shit outta them but when I fight it’s like there’s no rule there.” There was a serious tone in his voice though it sounded more like he was warning her over threatening her. “It would help a bit with control, however you still need awareness and a sense for Rhythm but they can be taught.”Yūki Mizuki
"Alright, alright. I'll try not to give you an excuse to beat the shit out of me." She said, half as a joke, half as reassurance. "Yeah, it's not that I've never done any of that but I haven't gone on lessons or anything. Don't really know if I should look more into it in preparation for all the bigger events."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Thanks. It’s surprisingly easier then people say.” He awkwardly joked back shrugging. “So you still gonna go to that stuff? What’s the appeal? Just feels like a stupid popularity contest with a horde of people wearing way too expensive clothes.”Yūki Mizuki
She weighed her response for a moment as she thought about it. At least it didn't seem like a foregone conclusion. "I guess I'm still thinking about it. But I feel like I might regret it later if I didn't at least try to be involved, it's quite the experience. That's what a lot of people say, anyway. Have you decided not to go, then?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Not really a point for me. I’ve got no one to go with. I don’t have any nice expensive clothes. I’ll just end up getting kicked out or told I don’t belong there and….no matter what I do to seem good that’ll always happen. Handsome or not.” He gave a shrug trying to play it off as casual not caring, rebellious male my own way type of behaviour but there were hints of the sad truth behind that facade that slipped through. There were small and few but it could be noticed.Yūki Mizuki
"Don't be so sure. A lot of people have the same problems and manage to figure something out just fine. It's not like you're required to have a girlfriend to even consider going." Even if her tone was still lighthearted, there was at least a hint of reassurance to it. That should be it. As if everyone else has planned everything and has a partner lined up already. But no need for details, at this rate he'll think I'm asking him there. Ugh, he misunderstands everything so easily.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Ehhh. I just don’t see a point. Honestly I could spent the time fixing my car instead of being judged. Maybe I’ll go if I do end up finding someone else who wants to with me but eh? If Clyde wants to go I’ll take them and try to not ruin it but eh.” He gave a casual shrug again looking at his work that he’d completed. “Well, I’m done here what about you?”Yūki Mizuki
He really doesn't seem to plan on going, huh. Oh well, not my problem anyhow. She finished another paragraph before raising her gaze to him. "Yeah, nothing acute in progress, at least. Did you say you were planning to go anywhere right after?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Nope. I’m free al day if you wanna do something. My plan if you isnt is to order shitty good and play guitar hero alone.” He started packing up sliding things into his bag and pulling out the apple and the knife cutting off a slice to hold back the hunger. “You can join me if you want.”Yūki Mizuki
"Yeah, that sounds about like you." She said and rolled her eyes at his plan. "Well, I did say I haven't planned anything for the next few hours, at least. So if the shitty food is negotiable, I guess I could think about it."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Oi no one knows I play guitar hero except you and that Shabam kid! Wait did he tell everyone? The nerd put me onto that game!” Be put the knife and apple away chuckling. “Depends on what you wanna replace it with but it’s negotiable.”Yūki Mizuki
"Eh, I'm not too picky. Maybe something a little better than last time would be good, but I'm open to suggestions if you had anything in mind." She also gathered her things as she prepared to leave. "Still, don't let me make things too difficult. Better get good food now than perfect food in two hours."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well shit. I dunno about any hood good spots I mainly eat fast food and instant ramen. You know any good places?” He shrugged and stood up checking for his keys. “I was saving bothering with good food spots for when I started dating so I never bothered.”Yūki Mizuki
"What, so you've never eaten decent food?" She teased as she got up as well. "Well, going back to my place would probably be a little awkward, that's for sure. But I don't mean some fancy place or anything, just something a bit more than bottom of the barrel, you know? I don't judge as long as it's nothing terrible."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“No not since I started living alone.” He shrugged and spoke very matter-a-fact. “Probably, I also don’t want your dad getting the wrong idea. Parents seem to usually do that, uhhh I dunno we can stop by uh lemme google.” He pulled up his phone and did a quick search. “There’s the William side diner? Or thanks-a-latte we can just drive past grab the food and go.”Yūki Mizuki
"I guess the cafe is closer, if it's got something filling enough. Though the diner's not too far from the area you live in now that I think of it. Not that I mind, I have time and you're driving. Feel free to choose if you see something nice on the menu." She moved over next to him to see his findings (peering over his shoulder wasn't exactly a possibility).Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy lowered his phone down to somewhat her height so she could see since he held it over her head normally. Going through the menu options he decided on grabbing a chicken schnitzel with fries and a milkshake to go “What ‘bout you? Best plan before we head in there so it can be a quick stop and grab.”Yūki Mizuki
After a quick brainstorm she ended up with an assortment of fried fish and greens. Once everything was ready, she gave a nod to show they could go. "The food's not that fast... But yeah, fair enough. So you prefer to take it to your place?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Yeah I’m fine with that. Long as you’re comfortable with it. I got no parents to get the wrong idea or siblings to annoy us so we don’t gotta worry bout being judged for being a dude and a chick.” He shrugged and out his phone away spinning the car keys around his finger.Yūki Mizuki
If you're asking whether you scare me, there's no need. "Yeah, I have no issue with that. Should be interesting to see how impressive the place is now that you've told me about it. Which is cleaner, your house or your car?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Depends does my garage count as part of my house? It’s a bit messy in there in my defence I did replace and repair some stuff yesterday.” He shrugged and began walking to the car.Storyteller
As they got their food Aloy played some more of his music he had a decent enough taste as they made their way to Aloy's home.Aloy Fumi's Home, Lakeview
Storyteller
When the car pulled onto the garage there was a small mess. Easy enough to get and work around just a few different tools on the ground and a wheel laying on a wall. As they made their way inside the rest of the house was extremely clean. Impressive for a teenage boy to do all on his own, however there was something slightly sad about the house. There were a few empty frames and any photos of Aloy were from when he was young and his father was still around.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well this is it. Whatcha think?” He put the keys into his pocket and closed the garage door.Yūki Mizuki
She attentively looked around once they'd arrived, somewhat instinctively trying to use the opportunity to find out more about him now that she had the chance. Still, she didn't touch anything and only followed where he went to not seem too nosy. "Nicer than I expected. Is that a good thing to say?" She held off from further comments for now, mostly focused on getting the food situation sorted out first.Storyteller
Upon a closer inspection there were a few photo frames though not as obvious as the ones on the walls that had different people in them. One a much older man, another middle aged man and a lot of chaotic children, Another was of Aloy and another man both covered in sweat, bruised and minor cuts. The photos with his father and his mother showed that his new physique was definetly similar to how his father was built. Really tall, broad shouldered, Muscular if it wasn’t for Aloy sharing many facial features with his mother he would almost be a spitting image. It also seemed that his parents were very young when he was born. Seemingly around his current age.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I dunno your expectations seemed pretty low to me.” He chuckled and placed the food onto the kitchen bench and started grabbing cutlery.Yūki Mizuki
I somehow doubt those are all family members. Maybe I'll ask about it later. At least there are no pictures of me, that's always reassuring. "In my defense, how high would your expectations be if you visited a classmate who lives alone?" She placed her food on the table and continued to observe. Maybe it was a little eccentric, but he wasn't looking and the familiar routine was somehow soothing even if this wasn't a mission.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well mine are skewered becuase I am that classmate and I work hard to keep my house clean.” It usually pretty easy unless I bleed on the carpet then it’s just annoying about stains. He pulled out the food and handed cutlery looking up and watching her observe the area. “You gonna keep gawking at the walls or eat while doing it?”Yūki Mizuki
Her attention was brought back to him once he commented on her behavior, and while she seemed momentarily disoriented, she snapped out of it pretty much immediately. "It's not like that... I just figured I might as well see what you surround yourself with. Maybe some are even meant as conversation pieces? But yes, let's eat."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I’m just teasing Yūki. It seemed to be getting the better of you over the smell of this good food.” He smiled and unwrapped his food taking a sip and beginning to chow down. “I’ve also got a jacuzzi and a pool…and a fire pit……okay I made the fire pit myself but it’s still a feature I use quite often.” He pointed out the window behind him where everything he just said was within somewhat of a view. “Ask away interviewer Yūki. See if you can get me good PR.”Yūki Mizuki
"...Oh. Right, of course." She took a seat somewhat awkwardly; she'd been almost sure he was telling him off for being too nosy. The food quickly moved the suspicions to the back of her mind, however. She was hungrier than she had expected. "Uh, well... For starters, I guess I was wondering about the pictures. Since I obviously don't recognize anyone but you, and I guess your parents as well."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Yeah, was just making sure you weren’t spacing out too hard or had a seizure something. Hate for the first person to come over my house to get hurt.” He gave a soft smile still slamming good into his mouth and nodding as she spoke. “Okay. So. Japanese woman and super Tall white guy are my parents. The photo with all the kids is me, Tobias the old dude who runs the orphanage, Sorin the middle aged dude who helps donate and the kids…..however Uhm Sorin will not remember that the photo ever got taken cus…..he got shot and forgot everything …” a sad tone infiltrated his voice for a second before he sipped his milkshake and shook it off. “The guy with all the Bruises is Chia. He’s an MMA fighter and Mug Thai teacher for a living Moved here after winning a few championships in Taiwan and was one of the people who got me into fighting even beat him a few times and he’s now teaching me Muay Thai.”Yūki Mizuki
While she kept eating as well, her full attention was on him as he spoke. In fact, she barely made a sound or any unnecessary motion aside of the occasional nod whenever he explained something. "Huh... Sorry to hear that. I hope you're in touch with most of these people, at least." Considering how risky the topic might've been, she chose not to linger for now and would instead ask more if the discussion naturally returned there. "I can imagine you wouldn't invite many people over - though there's definitely room - but surely I'm not actually the first one?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“It’s fine….nothing I could have done I’m only really in contact with Tobias, the kids, Sorin and Chia really.” He looked down shrugging as he mixed some fries into the chicken and ate it. “You are well kind of. I’ve told Clyde they could come over when needed and I had the whole orphanage stay here during the battle of Henry. But that doesn’t really count. It’s the first time someone has come over for anything besides an emergency really,”Yūki Mizuki
"...I see. I didn't realize this was something so unusual and that you might not have prepared the place for it. I didn't mean to be inconsiderate." She sounded perhaps even unusually formal, but maybe that was simply her way of showing respect to the more personal setting. "So... You mentioned all sorts of things you have hear, but how much do you actually use, say, a pool on your own? If it's fine to ask."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“You don’t have to act so formal Yūki. Just be yourself it’s not like you gotta be respectful just don’t call my home a sack of shit. There’s no hard feelings.” He gave an awkward if even. slightly goofy smile before he looked to the pool. “I try to avoid using it, mainly because It’d a pain to clean and I never have time. Always felt swimming was a social thing anyways y’know? And it’s fine to ask almost anything,”Yūki Mizuki
"Ah... Right. If you think it's fine." While she didn't exactly seem uncomfortable, clearly the situation was at least somewhat new to her as well. Maybe it simply was the first time she'd been invited over under circumstances quite like these. "Yeah, that makes sense. I probably wouldn't have much use for one alone either, it's not like I'm some professional swimmer. So, uh... Clearly you're not short on activities, but what do you spend your time on here?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well it is fine. It’s not like we’re at a ball or a banquet or somethin’ just it’s a house. Sure there’s a small difference from a library or a zoo but it’s not too big when you think about it.” He gave a reassuring smile while he ate trying to make her at least a bit more comfortable under the circumstances. “Exactly. I spend most of my time actually working on the car, or working out, playing guitar hero or sleeping so I don’t really do much here.”Yūki Mizuki
"Huh... Kind of a shame, with all the options here. Though I guess parties and the like would probably wreck the place, and you don't exactly seem the type anyway. Probably for the best." She still remained at least slightly wary, but was allowing herself to scan the place some more while eating. She wasn't necessarily consciously looking for contradictions with what he'd said, but it was hard to ignore old habits. "So most of the rooms are just empty and you mean to keep it that way just in case or something? Not to criticise, it just seems a little unusual. Then again, I guess you didn't exactly choose the house."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I mean I don’t hate parties, but I don’t like hosting ‘em too much cleanup and stuff.” He shrugged and watched her scan around with a warm smile as he ate. “I don’t have any use for them really. I made cleaning a habit so that if I ever have people over or need to offer shelter like I have had to before, it’s clean and ready for someone to come in….maybe there are other reasons hidden in this head but I don’t know them. Better to be prepared and not need to be then the other way around.”Yūki Mizuki
"Yeah, that makes decent enough sense if money isn't an issue. I definitely wouldn't want strangers living under my roof either if I had the choice. Living with family brings more than enough issues." It was hard to tell how much of the statement was fact rather than joke. "I guess not a whole lot of people even know you have such a fancy place, huh?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“yeah I only let people I actually know live under my roof and money isn’t a major issue but it’s not like I’m loaded.” He shrugged looking to Yūki. If her parents were in any way like his mother was he’d expect screaming matches. “Yep.”Yūki Mizuki
While her family included more people than his, the issues within it weren't so dire, at least not in the same way. Some disturbances were to be expected in any household with a teenager - not to mention three of them - but restraint was very much a part of the family ethic and outbursts of any sort were rarely something to be concerned of. Provided that the previous generations were respected and obeyed without question, of course. "It's not really something I should be asking about, anyway... But I'd assume things can get expensive with a house like this, and you don't seem pressured by it. I assume mechanics don't make all that much money?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy’s family was….a weird mix. When his father used to be around it was great and felt loving. Once he left though his mother turned unsavoury and then soon after left. Having basically raised himself at this point if Aloy lived with his mother he knew it’d be a constant fight. While she gave birth to him she was no mother. “Well my mother handles the bill and I’ve got a decent allowance. I play it smart, use as little electricity, water and gas. Helps I don’t cook.” He shrugged at the next question looking around. “I don’t know. Really I’m just….tryin’ to find something I like thag doesn’t make me want to die.”Yūki Mizuki
"I'm pretty sure eating out is still going to cost you more..." She muttered under her breath but kept her focus on him. Indeed, his answer seemed rather jarring. Damn, I hope he's just joking. The more I hear from him, the more it feels like he either doesn't take the whole thing seriously, really wants me to feel sorry for him or is actually just that miserable. Not sure which is the worst option. "I don't know either, I guess it depends on where you work. But hey, as long as you like it."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well I usually eat instant ramen……that sounded like a better defence in my head….” He sighed and looked around again eating down the rest of his food and gulping down his shake. “Yep. Doesn’t matter long as I like it…..but y’know we live in a capitalist country that crushes peoples souls with menial tasks and not enough money but I’m sure I’ll find something.” He wasn’t trying to make Yūki feel sorry for him , he did take life as seriously as he could. He was trying his best to be positive. “So uh if you ever come over again you can like use the pool and stuff.”Yūki Mizuki
She wasn't finished just yet as she was more focused on taking note of her observations, but didn't protest to his faster pace. "Don't complain before you're actually lacking money. You'll be fine as long as you're good at whatever you do." She joked, then seemed to remember something from earlier. "This is pretty random, but do you have your mother's surname? I couldn't tell before here but thought I'd ask."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I’m hopefully not going to ever lack money but y’know if I ever need cash I’ll make do. Maybe take a modelling job.” There was a dry sarcasm at the end of his statement watching while she asked. “Probably just beat people up then, and yeah my mother is the Japanese half. My father wasn’t there for my birth, I think. So I got put down in her name and when they got married my dad said no to traditions and took her name….dunno why….but with a last name like that you think I’d be born pretty good with a bow.”Yūki Mizuki
She quickly rolled her eyes at the recurring joke but listened with interest. It was a slightly unusual story, perhaps, but at least the explanation was reasonably logical. However, she seemed somewhat puzzled by his final remark. "Want to run that one by me again? If names hold power, shouldn't you be a historian or something?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy caught her gaze and tilted his head you could almost hear the thought bubble before he laughed. “Oh god I forgot. So my actual last name is meant to be Yumi. Like the term for traditional bows. Except my mother was exhausted and a hard of hearing doctor ended up with me being called Fumi instead. I need to contact my mother about that actually. But yeah we were meant to do it but life got busy and stuff. So I’ve just had the wrong surname for seventeen years.”Yūki Mizuki
She could not stop herself from facepalming at the story, but neither could she last more than a few seconds before bursting to giggles at the absurdity of it. You could not make this stuff up. "No way... You're an absolute mess, you know that, right?" She could only barely keep herself somewhat composed, but managed to at least partially conceal herself as she was busy wiping off the drink she'd managed to exhale through her nose.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy joined in with his own deep laughing slapping the island counter as weakly as he could at it. Though it seemed to be shaking it a bit. “Oh god I know! Ohhhh god you okay?”Yūki Mizuki
She didn't feel the need to respond for a few moments (or maybe she wasn't sure she could give a coherent response) and instead took her time to get over the laughter and the hiccups that followed. Leaning her elbows against the table, she wiped her eyes and gave a nod. "I'm fine... I think. For real, though... Is that actually true? How does stuff like that even happen?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy watched and quickly got some water in a cup and put it next to her incase she needed it. He had a genune look of concern on his face despite the big smile. “It’s true. Well at least that’s what my parents think. It’ll be a mystery forever but that’s the most common idea. I don’t even know how does it? It’s so dumb.”Yūki Mizuki
She gratefully accepted the water and drank some, but still took a bit of a pause before she'd eat the last remnants of her food. It felt like it had been a while since she'd had such a good laugh. "It's honestly kind of impressive... Stirring things up starting right from the birth certificate. Is there even a point in changing it after so much time?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Hey, I was born into this world and instantly started annoying people. I’ve got a talent for messing up. Some people are maths prodigies, or sword prodigies I am a. Prodigy at somehow messing things up. Maybe I’m an evo and that’s my thing. Just luck.” He chuckled and bit and shrugged. “I…I dunno. It’s probably better if the way it is now anyway. She clearly doesn’t want anything to do with me.”Yūki Mizuki
"Pfft, as if. How could that even affect something as broad as luck? Guess that's a question for the physicists, hell, maybe even the philosophers." As he continued, she managed to also finish her food without further incident. She gave a supportive smile in response to his words. "Fumi or Yumi, both sound perfectly good to me even if I'm used to the former. Being near the start of the alphabet has its perks, too."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Heh maybe I mean y’know people can open portals to other realities or time or whatever so maybe luck isn’t too far.” He shrugged and opened the dishwasher placing his cutlery into it and holding his hand out for hers. “Thanks I guess, I mean. I dunno if I am gonna change it. I was meant to but I dunno. I got a choice and I ain’t in no rush to change it, and uh if you don’t mind me saying this. It was nice to see you laughing. Not that you have too or anything.”Yūki Mizuki
She handed over the items, but turned away slightly at his remark. The gesture didn't seem apprehensive, but maybe she was somewhat embarrassed by it. "Well... Sure, it's nice enough. Not that I'd try to do so without a reason. There's no need to make a big deal about it, though." Further observation might reveal the hint of a blush on her face.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
He smiled and watched as she gestured, noticing the blush he casually shrugged. “I mean besides the drink coming out the nose it was nice. I don’t mean it in an embarrassing way because it really isn’t embarrassing. I mean look at where we are my house is a bit embarrassing. I bought at Xbox to play guitar hero on that’s embarrassing.” He chuckled out with a deep sigh before putting the rest of the things away making sure he couldn’t be seen as he commented . “It’s pretty. Your uh smile and laugh and stuff. It’s humanising for me as well Cus I only ever seen you with like one expression.”Yūki Mizuki
"Come on, I just told you not to make a big deal of it. It wouldn't be nearly as embarrassing if you didn't mention it." She insisted, doing her best to figure out what this was about. Surely normal teenage banter would've been far too straightforward an assumption. "And what do you mean by just one expression? It's not that much of a resting bitch face." It was almost as if she was trying to convince herself as much as him. Her case wasn't exactly helped by her displaying that usual mostly neutral, somewhat skeptical expression.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy’s eyes appeared from behind the island. His eyes sharing the same resting bitch face that she usually had on intensely staring at her yet somehow not. “Uhuh sure sure.” There was a cheeky tone as he stood all the way back up to full height. He had more to say. He could poke out that she hid her emotions more then he did and his specialty was burying them. But he wouldn’t he just looked over to his TV. “Alright alright I’ll drop it. Clearly compliments aren’t my ball park so I’ll stick to beating people up.” He put his hands up like he was being arrested but his hands stayed at chest height.Yūki Mizuki
"Ah, well... It was surprising more than anything. People don't usually mention it like that, but it's fine, no need to censor yourself." Slightly taken aback by the confrontation, she seemed rather acutely aware of her expression but equally unsure as to whether she should try and change it. The whole thing was rather distracting, that was for sure. After a moment she raised her gaze to him again. "So, uh... Got anything else in mind for the afternoon?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Nah, I gotta be at least a bit considerate of my guests. Just do whatever makes you comfy.” He waved off tbe idea of censoring himself and looked at the TV again. “I was uh…..gonna play guitar hero…….that doesn’t really seem your speed though does it…”Yūki Mizuki
"Can't say I've ever really taken the time to get invested in that kind of stuff if that's what you're asking..." She responded a bit awkwardly. Maybe she hadn't thought that far ahead either. "Not that I'll protest, it's your place and all... But yeah, having other options to consider wouldn't hurt. I suppose."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I’ve only played guitar hero that’s it…I don’t usually have time to play it anyway it’s kind of just a time waster y’know. And you’ll be fine to play it if you want I can teach.” He shrugged and awkwardly tried to give a reassuring smile. “We’ll do you want to? I mean it’s also got drums and a microphone so…..don’t have to be bass or electric o-or I could just like drive you home if you think that’s stupid. It’s probably stupid.”Yūki Mizuki
Not nearly as stupid as shooting yourself in the leg like this and then calling quits without fixing it, I'll tell you that... "Well... I suppose it's not a terrible suggestion. I'm really not that great with instruments but maybe I'll watch for a bit and see if I can figure it out."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“You literally press coloured buttoned and flick a thing.” Aloy commented bluntly to break any illusion that it needed talent and shrugged. You’ve literally done stupider shit then ask someone if they wanna be a loser with you idiot. Why are you being dumb right now. You stopped a minor smuggling ring for fucks sake! With the help of Cuervo. He stood up and turned the TV on and then the Xbox 360. He certainly could have bought a newer console or any he wanted but this is all he needed. He reached down and quickly put a game in. He felt so weird and awkward doing this as he grabbed the guitar shaped controller with coloured buttons and turned it on. “So you see these buttons up here the green and red n shit? You bread that and flick this tab down there in time with the uh like screen.” There was a definite awkward tone like he was embarrassed at what he was explaining but still wanted to share.Yūki Mizuki
She intently observed his instructions, trying to focus on it rather than the awkwardness, but couldn't exactly ignore it. Well, at least he wasn't trying too hard to impress her... Or if he was, she really felt sorry for him. "Gotcha... I've seen it somewhere but haven't tried it myself." While she wasn't without any experience in these things, the more specific controllers weren't really something she was used to. And at any rate, she was far from being a gamer. Once she'd looked over the details, she took a seat nearby and somewhat awkwardly waited for him to get started.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
He was in no way trying to impress her. He honestly was trying to think of ways out of this. Aloy was not a gamer, he only ever played guitar hero and felt so dumb with what he was doing quickly looking back. “Uhm yeah. So I’ll just start it up……unless you wanna light shit on fire?” He made his way quickly through the menu’s while he awaited an answer clearly he had played it enough to know the menu.Yūki Mizuki
"...You can go ahead, I'd better at least see what it's like before getting trashed." She shifted in her seat before assuming a cross-legged position and returning her attention to the screen. "I hope it doesn't mock you too much if things go wrong, right?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Uh the crowd boo’s and you can lose but besides that it doesn’t really do much.” He awkwardly shrugged before picking a song and setting it to a higher difficulty. He picked ‘Bleed it out’ by Linkin Park. “So the longer ones you hold and the shorter ones are a tap.” He nodded and began to play his fingers swiftly moving from the buttons. He was doing a very good job. There was a focus in his eyes. Normally he didn’t care about the song he picked but he needed something to relate too and this song had been similar to how he has felt getting beaten up every night for the city.Yūki Mizuki
"Oh great, way to put you on the spot." She commented, trying to keep track of the settings as if to make sure he wasn't cheating somehow. Not that she could've really told the difference anyway, but still. Hmm, I guess he's actually pretty decent at this. Or maybe he's just practiced this one specifically. Nah, he's not trying to impress me, that's a stupid thought. She continued to try and observe his motions throughout the song. It was starting to look like she couldn't really compete with him, but she didn't want to be humiliated either.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“There’s like a bonus multiplier when that star goes blue if you kinda flick the guitar up like this.” He did a small horizontal to vertical tilt and kept playing his foot tapping to the beat to help him with Rhythm as well as humming to the song. Those dance lessons definitely helped out. He messed with the whammy bar and went to explain. “This is the whammy bar….besides making it sound weird…..I actually dunno what it does.”Yūki Mizuki
Okay, now you're just making it more complicated for no reason. What did I get myself into? She debated for a moment whether to ask anything before he was finished, but eventually decided it wouldn't hurt. "So, uh... How long does it take to properly learn it? Doubt I have any hope with something more complex."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Oh that’s it. Just ignore the whammy bar press the buttons and wiggle the strumming bar at the same time and that’s really it.” He smiled as tbe song finished up he had gotten pretty well. It was 100% hit rate but it was at least around 85% and up. “So uh you wanna try or go burn stuff? Or suddenly need to go work?”Yūki Mizuki
What is it now? Does he want me to leave all of a sudden? "What? No, I guess I can give it try now." She somewhat hesitantly walked over to him but wasn't backing down, at least. "You can pick something that's not too hard... Just not anything way too simple, that's almost worse than failing at something hard."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Cool cool cool cool coool.” Aloy quickly picked up another one of them and handed it to her it was clearly the smaller of the two and he quickly turned it in. “You get the smaller one because I can’t actually use that one…I tried once it probably looked funny.” He chuckled and quickly went through the song list. “Well you can set difficulty and choose like guitar or bass if you want….uh do you like queen?”Yūki Mizuki
"Sure, I guess? I'm fine with anything as long as it's not too weird or complicated." That was perhaps a slightly broad interpretation of 'fine', as she was already having second thoughts. But backing out now would've made this a complete disaster for both of them so she decided to suffer through it. "...I guess I'm ready whenever?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Okay gonna put queen on my ‘Get Yūki to listen too’ list. I mean it’s kinda weird but a rock opera classic.” He sighed and quickly made his way to Bohemian Rhapsody. Starting it so they both have to pick their difficulty and instrument. “Cool I’m gonna go on the second hardest one just try like intermediate and if it’s too easy we’ll go up and vice versa.”Yūki Mizuki
"Uh... Okay? Wish me luck." Even if she wasn't one to crumble under pressure, the pressure was still very much there. After nervously making sure she remembered where each button was, she gave one more nod. "Here goes nothing, I guess." It was quite clear that she was just as much of a beginner as she'd said - she had no muscle memory for this and often shifted her gaze between the screen and the controller - but it could've been worse. She was quite dextrous overall, and certainly trying not to embarrass herself.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Hey there’s no pressure, alright this is just for fun. If you mess up it’s okay. Like uh punching stuff. I used to be bad but now I’m good so just do your best.” He smiled and let the song start. He picked this songs for many reasons, it started off slow and slowly got faster giving her time to adjust to the controller, it wasn’t too hard and was a genuinely good song. He did rather well and watched her play every now and then looking over to her with a warm supportive smile. “See you got this!”Yūki Mizuki
It was hard to say whether the encouragement ended up being more helpful than distracting, but at least she kept going. And while she certainly stumbled at some points, she managed to finish with a not-entirely-terrible score. Once it was over, she subtly glanced at him as if looking for his opinion but too wary to ask for it outright.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
He gave a thumbs up still smiling. “You did better then I did on my first song. So you’re doing pretty well.” He looked to the score and notes hit trying to ignore his own result which stumped hers easily. “This game has also got like a guitar battle is what it’s called if Competition helps you out with learning.”Yūki Mizuki
"Let me guess, just like getting punched is what helps you learn to fight?" She joked as she turned to him, now more convinced that she wasn't going to be mocked or otherwise made the center of attention. "I guess it's fine if you'd like to... I mean, I'm not catching up no matter how many practice runs I have beforehand, so might as well get to the point."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Hey some people are just competitive. But yes. Getting beat up helps your fight. If you remember it after. Luckily I remember every punch.” Aloy did not remember every punch there were too many to remember. He chuckled and changed modes. “Heh we can just play co-op all day I ain’t against it, but it’s your funeral. I ain’t gonna go easy y’know”Yūki Mizuki
"Come on, you can't seriously be lonely enough that you have to completely destroy the first person who agrees to come over." Okay, maybe that was a little harsh. But if competition is what he wants... "I guess I could do one more for practice first, as if it's gonna help. You don't have any snacks here, do you?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I was kidding. Jeez.” He looked over and scratched his neck looking into the kitchen. “Yeah I’ve got some snacks you looking for something specific or just anything?”Yūki Mizuki
"Anything goes. Well, anything you'd actually offer to a guest, anyway. We just ate so it's more for the atmosphere than anything else." She said with a nod and got to some practicing with the same song by herself. It wasn't exactly a significant improvement over her first attempt, but still a marked one. And if he was still having doubts, she didn't seem to hate it.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I’ve got some chips or something I’ll give you a chance to practices he smiled before quickly speed vaulting over the couch behind him and walking towards the kitchen checking his burner phone for messages. A small grin came across his face seeing that there were no calls, messages or even a thank you and put it away. He came out a few minutes later with Doritos Mexicana flavour chewing some down and offering it. “Dorito?”Yūki Mizuki
She gave a nod and focused on the game for the time being. At least it looked like she no longer had quite as much need to visually confirm the inputs she was making. She obviously wouldn't be anywhere close to rivaling him, but maybe it wouldn't be as much of a massacre as one might have expected. "Sure, why not. I guess it does fit the atmosphere or something like that."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“These are the ones that burn a lil.” He kept eating them down without issue and watched giving an approving nod as she played before pointing the bag at her when it ended. “That too. I’m just hungry still. I feel like I could eat a plane.”Yūki Mizuki
Once she was finished with the song, she had a taste and gave a semi-approving shrug. It would do, at the very least. "Seriously, how much do you eat? In hindsight it's almost surprising it took you so long to mention being hungry last time."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“You don’t wanna know.” In truth Aloy tried to keep track, however he gave up around the 5000 calorie mark on his first day. That self healing was a major bitch. He shrugged and kept eating. “I was hungry the whole time I just needed to study. Hard to eat and focus sometimes.”Yūki Mizuki
"I'd say you might want to get that checked, but you sure don't look like someone who's overeating." She joked as she prepared for the challenge. "Still, try not to eat them all just yet."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
He have a look of disbelief not at the comment on getting it checked but at the not eat them all part. “How am I meant to resist these delicious triangles and hypotenuses with acute angles?” He joked putting them down wiping his hands off and preparing. “Ready when you are.”Yūki Mizuki
She rolled her eyes at the delightfully awful joke as she turned her attention to the screen. She wouldn't back down easily even at the face of certain defeat. "Alright. Do your worst."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“If I did my worst we’d both loose so no I’m not gonna . I’m still gonna go as best I can so you can’t say you weren’t warned.” He started the song and stretched out quickly tapping his forehead. “See I remembered the maths shit.” His fingers were lightning quick sure he missed a note or two but he deformity had an advantage.Yūki Mizuki
"Remembered, sure, but still got it wrong." She retorted, trying not to fall too far behind with her performance. It was a lost cause, of course, but aside of the times when either of them talking messed up her focus, she was at least holding up to the standard she'd reached while practising. The game wasn't exactly competitive in the strictest sense, but she seemed to be having decent fun.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Yeah well I’ve still got a mental screenshot of that milk going out your nose.” He grinned with his retort trying to slide her off her game while he got better with each note. Sure it wasn’t the most competitive thing but it was still fun and he had a big grin on his face and no thoughts about what had happened.Yūki Mizuki
It wasn't very difficult to get her to periodically slip up and have to find the rhythm again (and sometimes it even happened without a distraction) but she made no serious complaint and kept trying even if it was obvious that his jabs were having an effect. "Don't even think that one thing is going to make me the more awkward one here..."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Alright whatever you think lady Blusherton. Need more red for your cheeks? Or am I embarrassing enough? Or would it be more Awkward to point out how you ignored me calling you pretty earlier?” A lot was keeping a very good rhythm going despite his cheeky banter and retorts.Yūki Mizuki
Oh, come on... What kind of a time is this to bring all of that up? It was hard to tell whether it was due to his remarks, the fact she was stumbling more and more and more or simply both of the two compounding into each other, but it did indeed bring some red to her cheeks. In large part due to the sabotage her performance got rather disastrous toward the end. "What is it with you? Don't you think you would've won without cheating?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“You told me to do my worst! My worst is throwing my opponent off their game. If that’s either saying I fucked your mom or teasing you I’ll do it.” He smiled and looked over as the game finished up scratching. His neck. “I’m Sorry if that was a bit far….”Yūki Mizuki
"And you said you weren't going to..." She reminded him, then shook her head with what seemed to at least be a half-smile. "It's whatever... Bad sportsmanship or not, I'm not stopping you. But since you mention it, what kind of a response were you expecting? Think I wouldn't expect you to drool after me?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Oh yeah….sorry bout that.” He shrugged and smiled back looking over. “I only drool over food. Okay? Delicious amazing food. I y’know at least expected a form of acknowledgement. Maybe just a small.” He nodded his head and Yūki.Yūki Mizuki
"What, now you're going to say that food is more interesting anyway, and still expect me to take it as a compliment?" She said and shook her head with a somewhat amused look. "Oh well, fine. I appreciate the sentiment. It might be the nicest thing you've said so far, minus the part you just added." The statement was accompanied by a bow that went low enough to make the whole thing quite absurd. Still, even if the gesture might have seemed somewhat mocking, it didn't seem malicious.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“No I was just saying. Drooling is a hunger thing or a dog thing and I’m not a dog so.” I am just talking myself into a rabbit hole. “Oh uh yeah just ignore that part maybe?…..haha.” Aloy shook his head and watched with a sigh shrugging before looking to the time. “So you want a lift home soon?”Yūki Mizuki
He really wants me to leave already, huh? Is it rude to tell him otherwise? She checked her phone and tilted her head in contemplation. "Well... It's not that I need to leave yet, but it's fine if you had other plans after all." The response was slightly awkward, but she was more focused on finding signs of what this was actually about.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well I mean. It’s less that and more that there isn’t much left to do in my house. I’ve still got a few hours and stuff if you wanna stay.” There was an awkward shrug as he shoved some more food into his mouth and looked around. “I mean I’ve got like….Netflix?”Yūki Mizuki
...Okay, maybe we're not quite there yet. "Oh, got it. I don't mind having another go at this if you're not bored yet. Since that one wasn't a fair fight." As if I'm going to take that lying down... Nope, your turn to get disrespected.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Alright alright I’ll not tease you this time.” He went through the menu’s with a smile and picked the same song, as fair a battleground as he possibly could and looked to Yūki smiling again. “You ready?”Yūki Mizuki
She smirked to herself as she got ready. Maybe this was an unnecessary risk, maybe it wouldn't even be enough to beat him, but she'd take the chance to get back at him. "Whenever you are." This is where the fun begins.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Alright. Good game Yūki.” He smiled and began the game starting off even stronger then before. His second play through was always better.Yūki Mizuki
Despite her troubles in the previous match, she had made quite a recovery. She still didn't hit every note by any means, but the way she frequently managed practically perfect strings of inputs - brief as they were - was frankly impressive. One might've easily thought she had at least some earlier experience in this after all. That's more like it... Never thought my power would be so helpful with instruments, maybe I should try them some more. Shame on the song though, pausing it like this is a little disorienting.[Spacetime manipulation, basic, 15/15]
Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“See you’re getting better.” He smiled and kept playing along he had no fancy ability to use. Flight wouldn’t work, self healing wouldn’t either and he couldn’t use strength because he was already struggling to not completely shatter the entire remote in his hands. Fuck this is hard I don’t wanna rip this thing in half…Yūki Mizuki
She merely offered a sly smile in return, too focused on winning to divert any of her attention away from the screen. Apparently she was quite competitive when it came down to it. Even now, it's not exactly easy... Is he going to suspect something if I do too well? Then again, no point in taking half measures. Though the more complex parts clearly still gave her some difficulty, her overall performance retained the same rhythm of brief successes which were in turn followed by mistakes and quick recoveries.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
He kept playing trying his best to softly input the right buttons at the right times. He was doing pretty well considering how terrified he was of Yūki or hell anyone finding out he was an evo. After that it was a stumble to find out he was a vigilante. “Huh guess you’re a quick learner.” He smiled as the match continued. He still won but it was a lot closer then before.Yūki Mizuki
As it turned out, her powers alone weren't quite enough to secure a victory in the end, at least not without seriously pushing herself. As helpful as it was, the trick was at least somewhat mentally exhausting and not something she was particularly willing to do for longer periods of time. Still, while she didn't win, she'd definitely shown he couldn't take her too lightly in this. And maybe she'd also raised a bit less suspicion this way. "Eh, just had to focus properly. A lot easier once you get in the flow, though a little tiring." She said as if it was no big deal.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“And once I stop teasing’ you.” He smiled and looked over. It was a pretty big increase of skill. But he managed to convince himself it was just that. He looked up at the time and then around before eating some more chips and shrugging. “Still did a good job. What do you wanna do now?”Yūki Mizuki
She gave a shrug and smiled in acknowledgement of the praise as she likewise ate a bit and looked for any distractions nearby. Alright, better not make it awkward this time... Man, he really didn't plan ahead when he asked me over, did he? "Well... There's no need if the place isn't ready for outside eyes, but want to show me around a bit? Maybe there's not even much to see either way, I'm just a little curious."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy and planning ahead went together like water and oil. He much preferred to ‘wing it’ when it came to social events. Planning was Unbreakable’s thing and it was pretty barebones at that level too. “Uh sure. I mean it’s not really much do you wanna start upstairs or like in the backyard? There’s not really much to see besides…..nope that’s really it.”Yūki Mizuki
"You know best, it's your house. And like I said, no need to show anything that's for your eyes only." Somehow I doubt he's got any hidden weapon caches lying around. Yeah, that's not something a normal person would do. But better be considerate, you never know what kind of weird stuff he spends his free time with. She nodded at him to lead the way, seemingly content to follow whichever option he chose.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Eh uh I guess we’ll start with the backyard while we are down here.” He shrugged and began to walk to the back door. Fuck fuck did I clean up my room after last night? Ohhh there might be blood…..at least ripped clothes…. He smiled before pointing at the respective places he was listing starting with straight down while holding the door open for her. “Porch. Jacuzzi, uh Pool. Fire pit that I made myself and a small shed over there. Just got like my lawnmower in there.” Everything seemed nicely made except for the fire pit. Considering Aloy had made it recently with untrained hands for the soul purpose of burning evidence of his vigilantism it was…..alright. Consisting of some nice wood chairs, a metal cage that he seemed to made in metalwork surrounded by stones to create somewhat of a wall whenever he did a bonfire so it wouldn’t spread.Yūki Mizuki
She followed and looked around with interest. The place was pretty impressive until you remembered that the house only had one resident who barely ever got any visitors. A bit of a waste, really. "Nice. I bet a lot of people living downtown would kill to have a retreat like this nearby." No, that's not to say I think people are planning to kill you for it. I mean, you never know. But at least my family isn't. I think. Should I clarify? No, that would be weird. "You said you don't really use the pool, but what about the rest?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I’d hope not don’t want a self defence case on my hands…” Aloy have a very awkward smile and weak laugh trying like he knew it was a horrible fucking joke but still tried to make it good. “I use the fire pit a lot. I like setting stuff on fire and it’s kinda nice at night to just exist around.” There was a weird tone to his voice, like he enjoyed it alone yet would enjoy it with friends to join him. In truth he wasn’t sure what would be more fun. He’d always seen those TV shows where teens sit around a fire and talk. Always jealous. “Uh I guess I use the shed a bit for the like tools and lawnmower and stuff. But I mean maybe I’m not mature enough to enjoy a jacuzzi alone but it kinda just seems boring and like a glorified bath.”Yūki Mizuki
She offered a somewhat dubious smile at the 'joke' as she continued to look around. She could imagine the scene he mentioned being nice, that she could say from experience. Though again, it wouldn't have been the same while being alone. "Yeah, can't really imagine you doing that sort of thing out here. Then again I probably couldn't have imagined a lot of things I've already seen you do." She joked as she walked around a bit on the porch. Just like inside, she didn't touch anything but was carefully taking in all the sights.Storyteller
There wasn’t really much out here. A table and a few chairs incase someone wanted to eat outside and an old swing chair. Besides that it was pretty empty. No tree’s or plant patches. Just grass and concrete. Well and a clothesline but that doesn’t matter much does it?Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Heh uh yeah. I mean it’s nice. Not really worth it at day during summer. Since it’s two main uses become useless but that’s really it out here. You wanna see upstairs?”Yūki Mizuki
She gave one more approving nod at the yard before turning back to him and heading inside with him. "Still, it must be worthwhile when you do use it. Though I guess it might be a lot of work too if it takes any specific upkeep." She allowed him to take the lead once more once they'd stepped in. Even then her gaze could practically be felt flicking across the way to their next destination.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I light shit on fire I dunno if it’s got specific upkeep. I just kinda throw out the charcoal.” He shrugged and began his way in and up the stairs.Storyteller
There was still that hidden sad loneliness behind the photo’s on the walls. It was just Aloy and his parents but Aloy was always young or just a baby. It seems his parents were around his age when he was born. There were the same Four bedrooms he mentioned before as well as a larger bathroom with its own window to the side that had an ice cooler next to the bath. It was clean and well kept if a bit empty.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Not much up here. Kinda leave it empty not many uses for it.”Yūki Mizuki
She nodded as she meticulously viewed their surroundings - though it didn't look as strange on the outside thanks to the nigh ever-present usage of her power. There was something fascinating about the sight of another person's living space and the conclusions that could be made based on it, even if she was no expert at it. "Better too much space than too little, I suppose. So, uh... Did your parents also live here before, or how exactly did the whole thing go down? If it's fine to ask."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Uh it’s alright to ask. I just might not answer.” He chuckled and watched her observe the surroundings before looking up to the ceiling where he real room was. “Uh they used to live here. Ma was going to law school and dad was workin’. Then Ma wanted to get closer to her Law firm and left me alone,” He said with a shrug glossing over what exactly happened with his father. It was a topic he didn’t want to get started on. It always hurt to talk about.Yūki Mizuki
...Well, that honestly raises more questions than it answers. But I somehow feel like those won't be answered even if I ask. Not that I need to ask in order to know this family has issues. Maybe most of them do, to be honest. "I guess it's a little hard to relate since my family's always basically been working all at one place even if we try to be involved further up in the supply chain and all that. I guess a family business does have its perks when everyone strives for the same goal." Yeah, if only.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I would say it must be nice but from what I’ve heard families suck. I guess it’d be nice to kinda have people to talk too and be around but it sounds like it would be kinda super close y’know? But I dunno do you like living with everyone?” Aloy curiously leaned his head to the side casually reaching up to pull a string he’d made sure was very difficult to find. It was clear this was something he did many times a day. “Take a step back.” Once she did a steel set of stairs more akin to a latter would fold and slide down. “Uh lemme just clean up before you come in alright?”Yūki Mizuki
"It's got its ups and downs, I guess. Sure, it can get a little cramped in a social sense, but it's all good for the most part, I can always take some time for myself if needed. I'd miss them if I moved out, I think." She explained with a somewhat distracted expression, then gave a nod at his request as she looked at the entrance to his rather unconventional living space. I wonder what he doesn't want me to see... Tissues? Nah, he probably just hasn't cleaned it today or something.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Sounds it wouldn’t you enjoy more space though? Then again you’re here with me.” Aloy reached up with both hands pulling himself quickly into the attic and closing the way up behind him. Next to his bed was a set of dark clothing ripped and torn nearly to shreds after another night of getting beat up. He quickly grabbed it freaking out. Fuck fuck fuck Don’t forget the platform boots need to be hidden. She likes looking around so uh fuck. Thinking quickly he opens a drawer and slams the clothing and boots into it before forcing it shut breaking some of the wood but basically locking it. Fuck fuck FUCK holding onto the broken frame he freaked out. He was surprisingly silent considering all this Yūki only hearing his footsteps rushing around before he he sprayed some nice air freshener opened a window pegging the wood onto the neighbour’s roof and fixed his bed before looking to his desk and seeing a notebook and shoving that into a drawer at the bottom of his desk. He quickly opened the way in again hanging upside down looking to Yūki. “It’s uh clean now.”[Enh. Strength basic x 2 25/25]
Yūki Mizuki
Well, someone sounds busy up there. I hope he hasn't left too much of a mess from before. But I did say he doesn't have to show it so it's probably fine... His abrupt reappearance surprised her, but she quickly gave him another nod. "Oh, okay. That was fast." As could be expected, she was looking around the space practically as soon as she'd made it up there. After all, this was his sanctum and would quite possibly be the most interesting room even if he'd cleared it of anything 'incriminating'. "The house has four bedrooms and you sleep in the attic. That's got to be one of the weirdest things about the place." She joked, touching nothing but looking all the more intently.Storyteller
Admittedly the Attic was the most spacious room in the house. It gave a rustic feel with coloured lights hanging from the ceiling two big rounds windows on each smaller side of the attics walls. There was clearly an area that was a designated ‘gym’ with a black mat on the floor a low beam he could work out on and some other equipment to help keep muscle. His desk had a closed laptop on it with a few stickers splattered across it and some books on mechanics and fixing cars on it. The exposed walls had numerous posters of people fighting or cars on them. He had a large king sized bed against one of the walls. Overkill for a single person? Definitely. But comfortable and spacious as fuck? Yes. Easy as hell to collapse on? Yes. There were some fairy lights to help the room seem brighter at night as well as LED strips that mostly stuck close to more flame like colours.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“What can I say it’s not that messy. Just had to fix some stuff up.” He smiled and shrugged collapsing onto his large bed and looking around before sitting up. “Uhh let’s got the most room. Also if someone breaks in gives me plenty of time to wake up…..unless they can just fly up to the window….”Yūki Mizuki
She nodded at the explanation until appearing somewhat puzzled by the last remark. It wasn't really funny enough to justify being a joke, and what kind of a person thought about robbers flying in through a window? She couldn't place it, but had a feeling he'd said something weird about flying earlier, too. "Yeah, can't argue with that. Doubt I'd need this much space, but you seem to have things figured out. Does it have proper insulation or heating for winters, too?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Damn it I didn’t think about Evo robbers. Ughhhhhh “I’ve got a heater downstairs and some special blankets for winter.” He sat up looking around and out the window we’re he full force pegged the wrecked wood onto a neighbour’s roof and looked to the other one walking over to it. “I can also get on the roof from here which gives a great view for stargazing when it’s not too bright from streetlights.”Yūki Mizuki
"The perks of living not-quite-in-the-middle-of-the-city." She joked as she also took a look outside, but didn't seem to note anything out of the ordinary. "Yeah, I can imagine it being pretty cozy. Beats my room, that's for sure. Or at least it would with a little renovation."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Ah yes lights constantly on and stars 50% of the time.” He smiled at the joke and stepped out the window and onto the roof looking back with a confident squat he wasn’t slipping he’d done this a million times before he got flight. “Well I mean do you have a giant mattress to sink into?”Yūki Mizuki
She leaned against the windowsill to continue the conversation, seeming unconcerned with the potentially risky act. He probably knew what he was doing, or at least was lucky enough to avoid any danger. "Well, I hardly need anything giant in my room... I'm not so sure I could fit something like that in without some serious rearrangement, anyway. Then again, I'm pretty sure I have more stuff in there even if it's smaller."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy adjusted so he was sitting down and looked over to Yūki before inspecting the gutter and sighing. Gotta clean that. “True. I mean I didn’t need a bed that but I kinda just wanted one….just incase I needed it? I dunno. I wouldn’t be surprised I mean you’ve got more friends and somewhat more of a normal life so. You’ve probably been given gifts or whatever. Also that’s it for the house tour basements just for pipes and power and stuff.”Yūki Mizuki
"Yeah, can't blame anyone for the small luxuries in life. Still, my room's not that fancy either. I have siblings, can't take all the attention for myself even if I wanted to." She let her gaze wander across the neighborhood before returning her attention to him. "All in all, not a bad job from one person all by himself."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Yeah. Siblings sound….annoying but also kind of endearing in their own way. Also I just picked the big bed Cus I had to room and thought why not?” He shrugged before joining her gaze around the neighbourhood casually sitting on the roo his hands resting on his knees. “Well thank you. I mean it could be better but I’ll take what I can get.”Yūki Mizuki
She gave a simple nod and spent a moment in silence contemplating the situation. He sure was full of contradictions, but maybe that wasn't such a bad thing. "You could always make it better, I guess. You seem handy enough, though I don't know how well it translates to household stuff." She suggested with an observant look at him.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
Aloy shrugged he liked to watch the whole area with a familiar look. “Well. I could but I’m fine with it for now. It works well.” He had a weak smile like it was something he didn’t do often before he looked over to Yūki before quickly looking away back to where he was before. “Well that’s it not really anything else to do.”Yūki Mizuki
A little abrupt, again... It's starting to look like it might not even mean anything beyond him being bad at small talk. "All right, then. Keep your secrets." She joked and made way for him to get back inside. "Guess I ought to be on my way. You said you wanted to give me a ride back?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
FUCK She knows she knows she knows fuck!……wait that was a joke calm down. “I uh don’t have any secrets.” Besides being an evo vigilante….wait do I like her as well? Does she like me? Was this a date? No no no. Clyde said that and you let it get into your head stop. “I can if you want a lift. I was just letting you know that’s all I’ve got here.”Yūki Mizuki
She gave a playfully dubious look at his claim. Everyone obviously had secrets, even if in most cases they were quite insignificant. And while his might've been entertaining if all she'd seen was anything to go by, but there was no indication of anything worth concerning herself with. "I'd appreciate it, yeah. If you're not too busy with anything else, of course."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Nah I’ve got no plans.” He shrugged and climbed into the window he seemed mostly honest enough. Though he did have some big secrets. Like oh you know vigilantism and stuff. He headed to the stairs out and let her go first. “Ladies first.”Yūki Mizuki
"How noble of you." Ugh, I wouldn't even have to bother with all the climbing if he wasn't here... But it's no big deal. She nimbly made her way back down to the lower floor and continued toward the front door, keeping an eye on him as she went. "Do you have similar plans for the rest of the week, too?"Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well I strive for the most gentlemanly appearance and fine experience for you M’lady.” There was a thick coat of sarcasm as he hopped down and shut the way in with one hand. He walked down tbe stairs and went straight to the garage pulling his keys out. “This way. And do you mean a lack of plans? Yes. I lack plans.”Yūki Mizuki
"Then again, I guess there's not much point in asking in advance after all. Since it looks things tend to just happen with you." She commented half-seriously and gave him a look but didn't elaborate on why she'd be interested in his plans. She didn't mind the occasional surprise, after all. And those were in no short supply around him.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“It’s one of the few endearing things about me. A walking surprise of usually good things. Why you interested?” He smiled and unlocked the car sliding over the hood to get into the drivers seat. “Don’t say it’s Cus My antics are growin’ on ya. We both know that ain’t true.” He joked hopping into the car.Yūki Mizuki
"Yeah, that's a good one. Better not get your hopes too high." She retorted to deflect the allegation as she got in. Even if her tone didn't necessarily suggest it, she was obviously joking. After all, she hardly would've agreed to come over in the first place if she didn't at least think of him as decent company. "Nah, just trying to find out whether I should mentally prepare myself for another phone call like that. Definitely wasn't expecting something quite like it."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“My hopes are about as low as they can be so don’t you worry bout that.” He chuckled and shrugged slowly pulling out of the driveway giving a cocky confident smile and smirk to her as he responded. “Oh you severely over-estimated my intelligence if you didn’t think I was gonna call you about the fuck a hypotenuse is.”Yūki Mizuki
...I have no idea which part of that has any reason to make him proud and I'm not going to ask. She turned to him with an inquisitive look, trying to figure out how serious he was about the things he said. "So, is that a yes or a no? You might act pretty randomly but you've got to have some idea as to which options you're considering."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
That was funny right? It felt funnier in my head… He shrugged before smoothly shifting gears and driving into the road. “It’s an ‘I dunno.’ I kinda just roll with my life as things happen. Planning never really worked out too well….do you like Wanna do something? And a good tip is be mentally prepared for stupidity from me constantly.”Yūki Mizuki
"So much for getting a straight answer, huh?" She joked and shifted to a more relaxed position, checking the surrounding area for a bit before returning her attention to him. "Eh, I guess I don't really have much of a plan either. So you could say I'm not against a bit of stupidity from you if something crosses your mind."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Hey sometimes you don’t get the answer you want. But at least you got one”. He smiled back tapping his fingers on the steering wheel. “Well I mean, I’m free basically the rest of the week so stupidity is available most days. Just let me know if you want it.”Yūki Mizuki
"First you get me to randomly meet you like this and already you'd have me ask for more? I'm not sure actually a great negotiator or just a little crazy." She joked with a sly look at him. "Who knows, maybe I will. But no need to shy away from reaching out first."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well you’re the one who seems to not hate it. I mean I don’t either but hey. It’s your turn to reach out now. You’ve hung out with me twice so.” He shrugged and smiled back. “I’m a bit of both. Though more crazy.”Yūki Mizuki
"That's not how it works... But fine, I'll think about it. I'll even admit that I had fun today. Doing it again wouldn't be so bad." She said with a bit of a chuckle. "Weekends tend to be a little busy but I won't be working through all of it, anyway. And there's always next week."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“Well I mean I reached out both times so if you still wanna do stuff then it’s up to you to continue it I ain’t a psychic.” He chuckled looking around and nodding. “True hopefully that hurricane doesn’t come down this way so we could do stuff instead of having to prepare.” This was the exact moment the hurricane decided to come to New Victoria.Yūki Mizuki
"Eh, it shouldn't be that big a deal either way. Sure, not the best time to go out, but I doubt I'll be needed for much preparation, at least." She responded with a shrug, not seeming particularly concerned about the whole thing. "But yeah, I'll try to message you about my schedule even if I don't have specific ideas. Or if you can't handle waiting that long, just come get something from the restaurant."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I dunno a hurricane could be kind of a big deal if it hits but I’m sure we’ll figure something out to do. I’ve got to fortify my home incase anyway. The orphanage might need help doing it as well.” He nodded to himself. He did care about it but less in a way of fear over himself and more so others. “Eh that feels a bit on the nose so. I mean if I can’t get you over call or text sure but I’ll try those first.”Yūki Mizuki
"Yeah, I mostly mean there's not that much for me to do about it when the work's shared. Not so much in your case, so feel free to let me know if you need anything for your place or in general. I'll be keeping an eye on my phone anyway." She affirmed with a nod. Maybe she was rather unconcerned about the would-be disaster, but at least not so uncaring.Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I guess yeah. I should be fine I’m a quick worker but I wouldn’t mind some company.” He chuckled softly getting closer and closer to her place before pulling over. “Well this is your stop. If the orphanage needs help I’ll call yeah? And if Marsh says anything weird I’m sorry in advance.”Yūki Mizuki
She gave a nod and made a mental note of the circumstances he mentioned which she might well hear more about before long. "Can't wait... Though somehow I doubt he'll say anything weirder than you already have." She quipped and opened the door, leaning in for another word. "Thanks again, for the hospitality and the ride."Aloysius ‘Aloy’ Fumi
“I dunno about that he’s an old dude.” He smiled and shrugged it off. “No need to thank me. Thanks for hanging with me today, now go! Before your siblings get the wrong idea and murder me.” He chuckled waving his hand for her to go.Yūki Mizuki
She rolled her eyes as she gave another nod, then left the car and soon disappeared inside the building. All things considered, the day had gone rather well as far as such random arrangements were considered.
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Record, Historical
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Digital Recording, Text
Authoring Date
July 22, 2021
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