And then there's a sigh. Then a groan. It almost seems like Inigo's face is about to just drop straight into the remaining food on his plate, but thankfully it doesn't - instead he just lets his head hang for a moment. Because he knows that Tidus is having an airtight argument here. ]
I guess you're right.
[ See! He can admit it when it's true! He knows Taiki wouldn't mind sharing, even if Inigo does think that makes it less special. ]
As long as it isn't some strange, big thing. I don't know how many people I can handle being there for me. [ And looking at him. And considering him the center of attention.
By Naga, the thought threatens to make his stomach turn right inside of him. ]
[ He nudges Inigo, arm to arm when he says it, more fond than anything else. A tease to sit on for a moment, no rush to continue. But he does like the sound of Inigo conceding, and he knows the guy must been feeling more uncomfortable than excited right now. Oh, he's going to be feeling nervous up to the day, isn't he?
This is exactly why they should do it. ]
It doesn't need to be a big thing. How about just us and some close friends? We can't fit the whole train in one of those rooms, and we want that nice one. [ And how many people would that be? ] You, me, Taiki... you'll want Roland I bet, Senku and Gen? Adam and Dennis would be fun to bring along. Della?
[ ... ]
Or maybe we should keep it a guy get-together... [ ... ] Young guys.
Only all the time. [ He mumbles in response, but then just lets Tidus talk on. Inigo is just going to shove some food into his mouth in the meantime, so he has something to distract himself with while he's trying to not overthink it.
Really. He is trying. He's trying so hard! Trying so hard.. to not overthink.. right now..
.. by Naga, he's overthinking already.
But there is apparently one thing that can make the overthinking train stop, since Inigo stops entirely when Tidus mentions those last two words. He stops chewing. Stops thinking. He just stares at Tidus, his cheeks slowly starting to grow pink. ]
Y- Bwyoung guws? [ Yes, his mouth is still full because he stopped chewing.
But Inigo quickly swallows. ]
I-I don't know, I suppose a guy get-together sounds kind of nice.. [ Is he trying to downplay his reaction from a moment ago?
[ It's okay Inigo, Tidus won't make fun of your mouthful there, 'cause that was the only funny thing to happen here, right. ]
Right? We can buy some magazines from other worlds, find a half-decent game from the games carriage [ that isn't for kids, ] spend the time chatting and having fun? It'll be great! We can act our ages.
[ Hey?? Hey? ]
We can invite Sizhui -- both of them. [ Heh heh. ] You still talk to the guy?
[ Well, the...not so new one. Or both. But please let Tidus know if you talk to the cute-faced guy. For reasons. ]
[ This is starting to sound more and more fun by the moment. And even if Inigo may not be mentioning as much out loud, it's still very much visible. It's like there's some light and excitement starting to build in his eyes the longer he listens to Tidus. Just browsing magazines, and playing games, and talking..
.. that does sound nice. ]
Yes, I.. I talk to them both. I haven't spoken as much to the new one, but I talk with the one who's been here longer a lot. We've slept together. [ He said he enjoys cuddling, Tidus. You don't understand. Inigo was so excited. ]
I'm not sure if they are used to those kinds of get-togethers, since they're from worlds closer to my own, but I do think they'd enjoy it..
[ He would have so made a sexual innuendo that would have gone over Inigo's head, if given the chance.
But the moment is lost as Inigo speaks on, and it isn't so necessary to try and bring it back around. Not when the whole idea is clearly growing on Inigo, and isn't that what he wanted to see? That's far better than expecting the guy to be a nervous animal about it for days. ]
See? Nothing wrong with trying something new, and we can include them too! Ask them about something they do back home, include it. We can learn about each other, and just have a good time.
[ And, taking a forkful: ] Dohn't souhnd so bahd now, dosh it?
[ And even though Tidus may be asking that question in the least elegant way possible, Inigo's answer is rather genuine. Rather emotion-filled, even, considering the way he smiles down at his own now practically empty plate is almost a bit shy, yet so truly happy at the same time.
It does sound nice. And much less high-pressure than the idea of a real birthday party. ]
.. do you think either Adam or Dennis likes cuddling? [ INIGO.
Is he joking. Is this a honest question.
(He already knows the preferences of all the other people involved, okay.) ]
[ Should he really care about what word Inigo uses for guy holding?? (Yes, yes he is going to.)
But that wasn't Inigo's question, and whether or not he's serious- ] Why don't you ask them? Just let them know you're not flirting with them.
[ Heh, well. He picks up his drink. ] Unless you are.
[ At least, Adam might get the wrong idea, just for dating a guy on the train. Then again, would Dennis too? Who knows, maybe it's just him who'd think that if a guy asked him.
...did he think that when Inigo first asked? Man, how long it's been...! ]
[ See, that last part is exactly what Inigo is thinking too, even if it's at a slightly different angle. ]
It's not like you thought I was flirting when I first asked you, right? [ .. then again, he had been terribly upset and crying back then, so that might have helped.
And look, Inigo is being nice enough to not mention how weird Tidus was about it. He knows by now that the other can't really help his different relationship to male physical affection compared to Inigo's. ]
[ Perhaps a bit pointed, because.. well. It had been at a time where flirting had just about been the last thing on his mind. And Inigo doesn't even particularly want to mention out loud when exactly it was, since discussing that day feels like picking at a scab. The possibility of reopening a wound.
He exhales. ]
Are you almost done eating? I really want to see these rooms.
[ In truth, this was never a line of questioning bound to go anywhere; Tidus can't even think of a single time he could take Inigo as flirting with him, but has he just been secretly oblivious!? --which isn't a scenario he believes either, but the mere line of questioning has allowed his single braincell to leave the station.
Fortunately for Inigo, his plate is indeed empty, all Tidus has left the drink he's been sipping from. But Tidus still needs to look down, then look back at Inigo. ]
There's no dessert?
[ bro don't you wanna see if they have any dessert on offer, bro bro-- ]
Okaaaayyyyy. [ Okaaaayyyy, fiiine, fine! He's getting up with his cup and plate, putting the first away in his arms band (in case he wants to keep drinking it along the way!) and then leaving his empty plate on the trolley by the way out. Because Inigo is so impatient. Because he doesn't even want to see if there's dessert!!!
They'll have to suffer the walk to the cabins, but the long walk is nice after dinner, and definitely doesn't have Tidus thinking about dessert again by the time they hit the music carriage. But he keeps his mouth zipped, up until they reach the 'hire' car, eyeing the see-through layout of the three rooms, scoffing at the first two. ] Who'd spend money for either of these?
[ But of course, he's probably not going to get Inigo to let him linger and check out through the window doors the third meeting room for long, with his grand need to get to the double rooms. The ICP sits waiting for them as they get through to the carriage, the first nearby door already having name plates inserted. Tidus doesn't look to any of the others, tapping on the screen that brings up availability.
Although it's a very rightful callout that Inigo won't fully let Tidus linger. Or rather, it's not like he's urging the other to move on while he's looking at the rooms for hire, but Inigo is doing that typical thing people always do when they're very obviously and nervously waiting - just standing there, hopping from leg to leg, unable to stand still while someone is just trying to calmly view something.
Sorry, bro, he can't help it, okay!! He's very easily anxious!!
And with how convinced he had been all day that there was no way Tidus would want to share a room, he's now extra excited to be able to see the room they can make theirs after all.
So he remains a little hoppy-jumpy-nervous all the way until they get to the screen. Heck, he's hopping a little even as he replies, looking kind of surprised. ]
Really? I thought they would fill up right away. [ With all the couples on the train..
But then again, if they're not as popular, Inigo doesn't have to feel bad about taking one up with his crush bro either. ]
[ Tidus is humming as he reads the screen requirements, few as they are. Over the age of sixteen, around for three months, both of their tickets to verify their request. It's all so simple considering how...little choice they ever have about anything, but Tidus didn't really have many expectations, truthfully.
So he taps the screen asking to scan their tickets, and brings out his from the void of nowhere. Flashes it across, and the wording asks for another. ]
[ It only takes a second for Inigo to pull his own ticket out too and hold it in front of the screen.
It's scanned, and then the data is apparently already entered, their names appearing on the sign along one of the doors. ]
.. it's that easy?
[ It's definitely phrased as a question, considering Tidus is usually better with pretty much any technology than he is. Did they do it right? Is that their room now? ]
We're room...upper C? [ So the screen says, Tidus peering towards the gap leading to the stairs, which Inigo happens to be closer to. He gestures with both hands in direction. ]
Princes first.
[ He could just go around Inigo, but he's not the impatient guy here. Though...he is curious about if their stuff will be in the room or what. How does this work?? ]
[ Inigo is so curious about this room that there's not even any flustered response to the whole prince joke. Instead he just moves right over to where their room should be, going up the stairs and past the first few rooms, until he spots right one.
Opening the door up with his ticket, he curiously peers inside-- but doesn't actually walk inside, which means he's very handily blocking the entire doorway with his body.
Good job, Inigo. At least Tidus can look over him if he tries... ]
Wow.. It really does look different from the normal rooms!
[ Sure, the space still isn't too generous, but there is some actual place to stand around without being squished by bunks on both sides. ]
[ WHY IS HE STANDING RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE DOORWAY!!!
Of course Tidus is looking over him, his shoulder, hands holding on and then nudging the shoulder down so Tidus can get a better look. He wasn't as invested as Inigo, but he's still curious - and he's not about to be stopped from going inside by the body in front of him- ]
Well? Let's go in!
[ Because he's pushing the both of them inside, taking a hold of Inigo by the waist if he has to and walking him in with him, far enough that he can close the door behind them and get a real look around. ]
Wow... it's like someone shoved an oversized bed into a pantry and said that was good enough!
[ Which isn't stopping Tidus from going to said bed and sitting down on it. Wow, talk about no bounce and being utterly boring. ]
[ Inigo is easily moved inside, though rather than following Tidus by moving to sit down on the bad, he just stares there, letting out a sound that starts like the beginning of a whine when Tidus speaks up. ]
Come on, Tidus.
[ Come onnnn, bro. He gets it. It's still a train room. It still sucks compared to any normal bedroom.
But Inigo isn't here to complain!! ]
Isn't it nice too? Now there'll just be us in here! No more switching roommates, or wet floors from the bathtub. [ Even if the latter is gone too now in the old room. ]
[ Please Inigo, Tidus misses that bathtub, don't badmouth it. ]
I'm not saying it was a bad swap! [ His hands are coming up in defence! ] The train just doesn't know how to make a room! But that's nothing new.
[ And he's giving the room another look around, at the multiple of cubby holes that make the one wall that doesn't have a bed shoved against it. ]
But it does have a lot more space than sharing with four... you still sure you're okay sharing a bed like this?
[ It's a question asked as Tidus shuffles himself backwards, let's his back fall onto the bed and view he ceiling above. That's new -- having an actual ceiling to see than Inigo's bunk above him.
It's rather interesting, to just lay and stare at. ]
Yes, I'm definitely more than okay with it. [ Inigo is doing his best to not sound exasperated about it, because he knows now more than ever how much of a big deal it is to Tidus.
And while it's less of a big deal for Inigo - at least, in that way, though it's a bigger deal in certain other ways - he doesn't exactly want to make the other feel weird for it. ]
We've slept in the same bunk before multiple times, right? And that was a lot tighter. I don't think you ever kicked me in your sleep.
[ Inigo was starting to look at the cubbies, but now he turns around to look at Tidus on the bed. ]
Or do you want me to lay down too to see how it feels? [ You know.
[ Never kicked him in his sleep, hasn't he? The idea that promotes - about maybe giving Inigo a light kick now - brings a sly curve to Tidus's mouth, an arm coming under the back of his head to prop it as he tilts his gaze with that last question. ]
You can if you want to. [ And get kicked...!!!
But Tidus won't do that. He's still in that state of taking in this room, how both ordinary and...bizarre it seems. Like it might be only a temporary situation, much like how missions bring a temporary change to their lives.
In a way, it's what Tidus has always wanted: a better sleeping situation. But it's strange that they've gotten it, and that...well, it is what it is. Sharing a bed with Inigo.
Not really that strange - it's as Inigo says, that it's nothing new. ]
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And then there's a sigh. Then a groan. It almost seems like Inigo's face is about to just drop straight into the remaining food on his plate, but thankfully it doesn't - instead he just lets his head hang for a moment. Because he knows that Tidus is having an airtight argument here. ]
I guess you're right.
[ See! He can admit it when it's true! He knows Taiki wouldn't mind sharing, even if Inigo does think that makes it less special. ]
As long as it isn't some strange, big thing. I don't know how many people I can handle being there for me. [ And looking at him. And considering him the center of attention.
By Naga, the thought threatens to make his stomach turn right inside of him. ]
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[ He nudges Inigo, arm to arm when he says it, more fond than anything else. A tease to sit on for a moment, no rush to continue. But he does like the sound of Inigo conceding, and he knows the guy must been feeling more uncomfortable than excited right now. Oh, he's going to be feeling nervous up to the day, isn't he?
This is exactly why they should do it. ]
It doesn't need to be a big thing. How about just us and some close friends? We can't fit the whole train in one of those rooms, and we want that nice one. [ And how many people would that be? ] You, me, Taiki... you'll want Roland I bet, Senku and Gen? Adam and Dennis would be fun to bring along. Della?
[ ... ]
Or maybe we should keep it a guy get-together... [ ... ] Young guys.
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Really. He is trying. He's trying so hard! Trying so hard.. to not overthink.. right now..
.. by Naga, he's overthinking already.
But there is apparently one thing that can make the overthinking train stop, since Inigo stops entirely when Tidus mentions those last two words. He stops chewing. Stops thinking. He just stares at Tidus, his cheeks slowly starting to grow pink. ]
Y- Bwyoung guws? [ Yes, his mouth is still full because he stopped chewing.
But Inigo quickly swallows. ]
I-I don't know, I suppose a guy get-together sounds kind of nice.. [ Is he trying to downplay his reaction from a moment ago?
Oh, absolutely. ]
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Right? We can buy some magazines from other worlds, find a half-decent game from the games carriage [ that isn't for kids, ] spend the time chatting and having fun? It'll be great! We can act our ages.
[ Hey?? Hey? ]
We can invite Sizhui -- both of them. [ Heh heh. ] You still talk to the guy?
[ Well, the...not so new one. Or both. But please let Tidus know if you talk to the cute-faced guy. For reasons. ]
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.. that does sound nice. ]
Yes, I.. I talk to them both. I haven't spoken as much to the new one, but I talk with the one who's been here longer a lot. We've slept together. [ He said he enjoys cuddling, Tidus. You don't understand. Inigo was so excited. ]
I'm not sure if they are used to those kinds of get-togethers, since they're from worlds closer to my own, but I do think they'd enjoy it..
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But the moment is lost as Inigo speaks on, and it isn't so necessary to try and bring it back around. Not when the whole idea is clearly growing on Inigo, and isn't that what he wanted to see? That's far better than expecting the guy to be a nervous animal about it for days. ]
See? Nothing wrong with trying something new, and we can include them too! Ask them about something they do back home, include it. We can learn about each other, and just have a good time.
[ And, taking a forkful: ] Dohn't souhnd so bahd now, dosh it?
[ nomnomnomnom, let him eat his tuna happily. ]
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[ And even though Tidus may be asking that question in the least elegant way possible, Inigo's answer is rather genuine. Rather emotion-filled, even, considering the way he smiles down at his own now practically empty plate is almost a bit shy, yet so truly happy at the same time.
It does sound nice. And much less high-pressure than the idea of a real birthday party. ]
.. do you think either Adam or Dennis likes cuddling? [ INIGO.
Is he joking. Is this a honest question.
(He already knows the preferences of all the other people involved, okay.) ]
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[ Should he really care about what word Inigo uses for guy holding?? (Yes, yes he is going to.)
But that wasn't Inigo's question, and whether or not he's serious- ] Why don't you ask them? Just let them know you're not flirting with them.
[ Heh, well. He picks up his drink. ] Unless you are.
[ At least, Adam might get the wrong idea, just for dating a guy on the train. Then again, would Dennis too? Who knows, maybe it's just him who'd think that if a guy asked him.
...did he think that when Inigo first asked? Man, how long it's been...! ]
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It's not like you thought I was flirting when I first asked you, right? [ .. then again, he had been terribly upset and crying back then, so that might have helped.
And look, Inigo is being nice enough to not mention how weird Tidus was about it. He knows by now that the other can't really help his different relationship to male physical affection compared to Inigo's. ]
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Were you?
[ when was... the first time... ]
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[ Perhaps a bit pointed, because.. well. It had been at a time where flirting had just about been the last thing on his mind. And Inigo doesn't even particularly want to mention out loud when exactly it was, since discussing that day feels like picking at a scab. The possibility of reopening a wound.
He exhales. ]
Are you almost done eating? I really want to see these rooms.
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Fortunately for Inigo, his plate is indeed empty, all Tidus has left the drink he's been sipping from. But Tidus still needs to look down, then look back at Inigo. ]
There's no dessert?
[ bro don't you wanna see if they have any dessert on offer, bro bro-- ]
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[ Bro.
Bro! ]
I've been waiting for so long now! [ It's almost as if you don't want to move the thread along or something, bro!
Besides, isn't there still ice cream left in that band of yours. ]
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They'll have to suffer the walk to the cabins, but the long walk is nice after dinner, and definitely doesn't have Tidus thinking about dessert again by the time they hit the music carriage. But he keeps his mouth zipped, up until they reach the 'hire' car, eyeing the see-through layout of the three rooms, scoffing at the first two. ] Who'd spend money for either of these?
[ But of course, he's probably not going to get Inigo to let him linger and check out through the window doors the third meeting room for long, with his grand need to get to the double rooms. The ICP sits waiting for them as they get through to the carriage, the first nearby door already having name plates inserted. Tidus doesn't look to any of the others, tapping on the screen that brings up availability.
And what would you know- ]
See? Plenty of rooms left!
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Although it's a very rightful callout that Inigo won't fully let Tidus linger. Or rather, it's not like he's urging the other to move on while he's looking at the rooms for hire, but Inigo is doing that typical thing people always do when they're very obviously and nervously waiting - just standing there, hopping from leg to leg, unable to stand still while someone is just trying to calmly view something.
Sorry, bro, he can't help it, okay!! He's very easily anxious!!
And with how convinced he had been all day that there was no way Tidus would want to share a room, he's now extra excited to be able to see the room they can make theirs after all.
So he remains a little hoppy-jumpy-nervous all the way until they get to the screen. Heck, he's hopping a little even as he replies, looking kind of surprised. ]
Really? I thought they would fill up right away. [ With all the couples on the train..
But then again, if they're not as popular, Inigo doesn't have to feel bad about taking one up with his
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So he taps the screen asking to scan their tickets, and brings out his from the void of nowhere. Flashes it across, and the wording asks for another. ]
Your turn.
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It's scanned, and then the data is apparently already entered, their names appearing on the sign along one of the doors. ]
.. it's that easy?
[ It's definitely phrased as a question, considering Tidus is usually better with pretty much any technology than he is. Did they do it right? Is that their room now? ]
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We're room...upper C? [ So the screen says, Tidus peering towards the gap leading to the stairs, which Inigo happens to be closer to. He gestures with both hands in direction. ]
Princes first.
[ He could just go around Inigo, but he's not the impatient guy here. Though...he is curious about if their stuff will be in the room or what. How does this work?? ]
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Opening the door up with his ticket, he curiously peers inside-- but doesn't actually walk inside, which means he's very handily blocking the entire doorway with his body.
Good job, Inigo. At least Tidus can look over him if he tries... ]
Wow.. It really does look different from the normal rooms!
[ Sure, the space still isn't too generous, but there is some actual place to stand around without being squished by bunks on both sides. ]
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Of course Tidus is looking over him, his shoulder, hands holding on and then nudging the shoulder down so Tidus can get a better look. He wasn't as invested as Inigo, but he's still curious - and he's not about to be stopped from going inside by the body in front of him- ]
Well? Let's go in!
[ Because he's pushing the both of them inside, taking a hold of Inigo by the waist if he has to and walking him in with him, far enough that he can close the door behind them and get a real look around. ]
Wow... it's like someone shoved an oversized bed into a pantry and said that was good enough!
[ Which isn't stopping Tidus from going to said bed and sitting down on it. Wow, talk about no bounce and being utterly boring. ]
Yep, bed's as bad as the others!
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Come on, Tidus.
[ Come onnnn, bro. He gets it. It's still a train room. It still sucks compared to any normal bedroom.
But Inigo isn't here to complain!! ]
Isn't it nice too? Now there'll just be us in here! No more switching roommates, or wet floors from the bathtub. [ Even if the latter is gone too now in the old room. ]
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I'm not saying it was a bad swap! [ His hands are coming up in defence! ] The train just doesn't know how to make a room! But that's nothing new.
[ And he's giving the room another look around, at the multiple of cubby holes that make the one wall that doesn't have a bed shoved against it. ]
But it does have a lot more space than sharing with four... you still sure you're okay sharing a bed like this?
[ It's a question asked as Tidus shuffles himself backwards, let's his back fall onto the bed and view he ceiling above. That's new -- having an actual ceiling to see than Inigo's bunk above him.
It's rather interesting, to just lay and stare at. ]
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Yes, I'm definitely more than okay with it. [ Inigo is doing his best to not sound exasperated about it, because he knows now more than ever how much of a big deal it is to Tidus.
And while it's less of a big deal for Inigo - at least, in that way, though it's a bigger deal in certain other ways - he doesn't exactly want to make the other feel weird for it. ]
We've slept in the same bunk before multiple times, right? And that was a lot tighter. I don't think you ever kicked me in your sleep.
[ Inigo was starting to look at the cubbies, but now he turns around to look at Tidus on the bed. ]
Or do you want me to lay down too to see how it feels? [ You know.
~The fit~. ]
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You can if you want to. [ And get kicked...!!!
But Tidus won't do that. He's still in that state of taking in this room, how both ordinary and...bizarre it seems. Like it might be only a temporary situation, much like how missions bring a temporary change to their lives.
In a way, it's what Tidus has always wanted: a better sleeping situation. But it's strange that they've gotten it, and that...well, it is what it is. Sharing a bed with Inigo.
Not really that strange - it's as Inigo says, that it's nothing new. ]
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