[ She's staring at him in confused surprise, not having expected anything at all, and caught unprepared after thanking the server. She's a little torn between sipping at her lavender coffee to recover from looking so owlish or just committing to being invested in whatever the heck he's got going on, but she's already at this point, so might as well not act as though she's completely composed and casual. ]
[With a grin. Whatever he’s digging out of his pockets jostle together with a plastic-y noise, and once he unearths it, it’s clear to see why. It’s a set of dice, nestled neatly in a clear plastic box. He gives it a little shake, then plants it down on the table right between them.]
Remember when I asked about what color you liked? Well, I got you some dice to match — for, you know, D&D.
[A shrug.]
Or, I mean, it doesn’t have to be for that. But I figured I should get you something to show my thanks for even considering me as a potential roommate. So… [Gestures at the dice.] There you go.
[ it's not a gasp, or an exclamation. It's more of a quiet, involuntary noise of surprise and then Haru delicately picks up the little box and brings it closer to examine the dice. Pink and purple... he'd really-- ]
I hope, [ she says very softly-- ]
I hope, Eddie-san, that you're not planning on not teaching me. I was committed to learning before I even knew you'd be buying me such a wonderful gift.
[His eyes are settled on her face, trying to read her reaction, trying to see if she really does like it or she's just playing at being polite. He thinks he chose well; and if she's still willing to learn how to play, it doesn't look like he was just assuming too much.]
You really think it's wonderful?
[That makes him glad, makes his smile widen more.]
No, no, I definitely want to teach you. I just... I don't know, just giving you one more chance to back out if you think it's too weird or whatever. I get real into this stuff.
I think it's good to have something you feel so passionate about. And I can't say for certain whether I would consider it strange or not without actually learning more about it.
[ She's definitely going to give it a try!! But she gives him a bright smile. ]
But really, thank you. These are lovely-- I mean that.
[Lifts his mug--he ordered coffee, and it steams--to his face, hiding the curve of his smile, but it's still visible in his eyes. Takes a sip.]
I'm glad you like them. Like I said, it's the least I can do since you've been so nice to me since I've arrived. I got myself a set, too. Of dice, I mean -- red and black. Not exactly matchies, but pink and purple didn't really suit me.
Red and black is also a very nice color scheme. [ Joker swears by it. ]
And I believe I already said this, or if I haven't, I should have, but you don't owe me anything. I got the chance to get to know you better, which is payment enough.
Of course, I think that opportunity will only increase, given the living situation, if I've yet to frighten you off.
[Haru’s the closest thing he has to a friend in this place. He’s already Pavlov’d himself into associating her with feeling more comfortable in a foreign environment.]
As long as you don’t come at me with that grenade launcher someday, I’d say we’re set.
I don’t even remember the last time I wore a suit.
[Eddie does not do formal. This much is obvious, again, just by looking at him — metalhead vibes notwithstanding, his personality just isn’t suited for clean-cut and proper.]
I don’t even remember the last time I had to tie a tie. No, Haru, it’s going to be bad.
Oh, I would have told you that regardless. [ She's doing soup today, something a soft yellow with herbs littering the top of it. And she scoops up a spoonful, also looking amused. ]
The promotion really only just means this apartment has a bit more space than my last.
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[ She's staring at him in confused surprise, not having expected anything at all, and caught unprepared after thanking the server. She's a little torn between sipping at her lavender coffee to recover from looking so owlish or just committing to being invested in whatever the heck he's got going on, but she's already at this point, so might as well not act as though she's completely composed and casual. ]
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[With a grin. Whatever he’s digging out of his pockets jostle together with a plastic-y noise, and once he unearths it, it’s clear to see why. It’s a set of dice, nestled neatly in a clear plastic box. He gives it a little shake, then plants it down on the table right between them.]
Remember when I asked about what color you liked? Well, I got you some dice to match — for, you know, D&D.
[A shrug.]
Or, I mean, it doesn’t have to be for that. But I figured I should get you something to show my thanks for even considering me as a potential roommate. So… [Gestures at the dice.] There you go.
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[ it's not a gasp, or an exclamation. It's more of a quiet, involuntary noise of surprise and then Haru delicately picks up the little box and brings it closer to examine the dice. Pink and purple... he'd really-- ]
I hope, [ she says very softly-- ]
I hope, Eddie-san, that you're not planning on not teaching me. I was committed to learning before I even knew you'd be buying me such a wonderful gift.
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You really think it's wonderful?
[That makes him glad, makes his smile widen more.]
No, no, I definitely want to teach you. I just... I don't know, just giving you one more chance to back out if you think it's too weird or whatever. I get real into this stuff.
[He's kind of a nerd like that.]
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[ She's definitely going to give it a try!! But she gives him a bright smile. ]
But really, thank you. These are lovely-- I mean that.
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I'm glad you like them. Like I said, it's the least I can do since you've been so nice to me since I've arrived. I got myself a set, too. Of dice, I mean -- red and black. Not exactly matchies, but pink and purple didn't really suit me.
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And I believe I already said this, or if I haven't, I should have, but you don't owe me anything. I got the chance to get to know you better, which is payment enough.
Of course, I think that opportunity will only increase, given the living situation, if I've yet to frighten you off.
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[Haru’s the closest thing he has to a friend in this place. He’s already Pavlov’d himself into associating her with feeling more comfortable in a foreign environment.]
As long as you don’t come at me with that grenade launcher someday, I’d say we’re set.
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[ she's thinking over this prospect very solemnly. ]
So I think we should be fine.
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How about this: I do my best to never give you a reason to point that thing at me.
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[ welcome to her apartment?? How does one say this. ]
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Eddie reaches out with his free hand for a shake, the metal of his rings glinting in the light. You know, to make it official.]
Happy to be a part of it.
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Yes! I look forward to it! We'll have to see if there's anything additional to buy to make sure you have everything you'll need to be comfortable...
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Oh yeah. I saw this clan had a… [wrinkles nose] …dress code? I’m going to need to go shopping again anyway.
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[ returning to her coffee. ]
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Then, eloquently as always—]
Ugh.
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[ she's far too used to dressing formally. ]
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[Eddie does not do formal. This much is obvious, again, just by looking at him — metalhead vibes notwithstanding, his personality just isn’t suited for clean-cut and proper.]
I don’t even remember the last time I had to tie a tie. No, Haru, it’s going to be bad.
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[ Probably. She has no idea tying a tie for someone else is an entirely different kind of complicated. ]
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[Unforunately for them both, Eddie does not realize this, either. He's only ever had to tie one for himself, and clumsily, at that.]
Careful. If you offer that, I'm going to come running to you every time I have to wear a tie so I don't have to fiddle with it myself.
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[ You too can master the great and mysterious tie, Eddie. She believes in you. ]
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I see how it is. You're just resigning me to a fate of having to walk around with my tie all crooked.
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[ sips her coffee. ]
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Mm-hm. Such a taskmaster, Haru.
[He hardly seems bothered, only amused. He takes a bite out of his sandwich next -- not bad.]
Guess it makes sense, since you're one of Shuten's officers, aren't you?
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The promotion really only just means this apartment has a bit more space than my last.
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