[When he is done with the appointment that keeps him from his phone, Hibiki reads with amazement, but not surprise.
He'd thought Jūbei attractive the first time he saw the other man blissfully eating a grilled peach in the middle of a crowded street. As he got to know Jūbei as a person, Hibiki's attraction only grew.
And it was easy to see that Jūbei likewise felt their chemistry, whether consciously or not.
He could have taken matters into his own hands, but Hibiki believed that it would be far more meaningful to let Jūbei choose the moment.
This moment.
Words are a poet's craft, so Jūbei's choice of text is fitting. But Hibiki is a musician; he wants to hear Jūbei's voice right now and commit the nuances to memory to later treasure.
Which is why rather than respond by text, he calls.
Hibiki's voice is deep and warm in a way Jūbei is yet to hear. No longer a playful tease, the desire in his tone carries the unmistakable weight of intent.]
[That voice makes Jūbei fluster even more; his own tone is quiet and gentle, still, but there's an obvious note of shyness to him. This was not the kind of thing he'd usually do but considering all that's happened recently, and what they've shared, it felt right to try.]
[And Hibiki wanted it too!]
Ah, I'm happy to hear that. [You could almost hear his smile.] You may find it ridiculous but I wasn't sure if you would be... well, interested.
[He pauses for a short time before laughing quietly.]
I can't say I really considered where and when for a date yet. This was a bit of an impulsive decision by my standards...
[That comment was only ever going to embarrass Jūbei further. Of course it makes sense that Hibiki would be so forward with such compliments to anyone he's attracted to, but still...]
Do you always talk in such a flattering way to your dates?
[The anxiety eases out of his voice entirely now, staying soft and quiet as he talks. That kind of plan suits him very well; he's a very private and modest man, after all. Enjoying the first active moments of a romance away from prying eyes is an ideal.]
Maybe I can justify peach ice-cream? It's far from summer, but I'd so like to try some.
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He'd thought Jūbei attractive the first time he saw the other man blissfully eating a grilled peach in the middle of a crowded street. As he got to know Jūbei as a person, Hibiki's attraction only grew.
And it was easy to see that Jūbei likewise felt their chemistry, whether consciously or not.
He could have taken matters into his own hands, but Hibiki believed that it would be far more meaningful to let Jūbei choose the moment.
This moment.
Words are a poet's craft, so Jūbei's choice of text is fitting. But Hibiki is a musician; he wants to hear Jūbei's voice right now and commit the nuances to memory to later treasure.
Which is why rather than respond by text, he calls.
Hibiki's voice is deep and warm in a way Jūbei is yet to hear. No longer a playful tease, the desire in his tone carries the unmistakable weight of intent.]
There's nothing I'd like more, Jūbei.
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[And Hibiki wanted it too!]
Ah, I'm happy to hear that. [You could almost hear his smile.] You may find it ridiculous but I wasn't sure if you would be... well, interested.
[He pauses for a short time before laughing quietly.]
I can't say I really considered where and when for a date yet. This was a bit of an impulsive decision by my standards...
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Hibiki chuckles warmly at that assertion. While he may not have pressed his attraction, he has hardly been coy about it.]
We have time to make a decision. It will happen. Besides... it's you, Jūbei, that will make our date special.
[The rest barely matters.]
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Do you always talk in such a flattering way to your dates?
[He laughs quietly himself.]
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[Hibiki drawls sincerely.]
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[Just as sincere.]
Though I've not had very many before, I admit.
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[Hibiki remarks playfully.]
I shall endeavour to keep your thoughts in the present with me.
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[It's a quiet and awkward admission; Jūbei's voice quivers a little as he says it. The 'dream' had sealed it, really, made it impossible to ignore.]
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[The satisfaction in his deep, warm voice rings clear.]
Let's picnic away from the bustle of the city, where no one can intrude upon our date. Just us and the vast ocean.
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[The anxiety eases out of his voice entirely now, staying soft and quiet as he talks. That kind of plan suits him very well; he's a very private and modest man, after all. Enjoying the first active moments of a romance away from prying eyes is an ideal.]
Maybe I can justify peach ice-cream? It's far from summer, but I'd so like to try some.
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[They both win from peach ice-cream; Hibiki can still recall the expression on Jūbei's exquisite face when they first met.]
What time is all that remains for us to settle. Let me check the tide.
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[And of course Jūbei is oblivious to his 'peach face.']
And very well. You seem a far better judge of the oceans than I.
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[While he keeps the call going, Hibiki quickly brings the net up on his phone to look up the tide times.]
Meet me at the boardwalk in two hours.
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