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[promisedyou]

MIO SONOZAKI

Hi! This is Mio Sonozaki here. Sorry that I'm not available at the moment, but if you leave a message, I'll get back to you as soon as possible. ☆

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[hairstroke]

I-I wasn't worried about that at all! It's only natural they would like me. [ LIES, he was totally worried about that the entire time. ] Still, that's a relief. I wasn't sure if they would approve of their daughter dating someone...

[ Leon's never been good at hiding his emotions, it's evident when his eyes narrow into a glare and he's fiercely gripping onto the bedsheets. Not only was he worried about his own parents, he was also concerned about Xiaolang's mom and sisters. ]

Yeah, I've wondered that too. It's as if we're trapped in this god damn city with no way out.

[ He's trying his hardest not to get mad at the situation but lately, it's been proving to be difficult. There's definitely some venom in his tone of voice when he agrees with her. ]

[promisedyou]

They were actually really enthusiastic about it... especially when mom noticed that I was making extra osechi.

[ Because Akane is just that type of mother. She is never bringing Leon home because she knows just what's going to happen, without fail. ]

It's kind of scary, you know. All of this is.

[ Just saying those words makes her a little conscious of herself as she hugs her own body tight, almost trembling. He should know the reason by now, even if Mio somehow manages a straight face. ]

[hairstroke]

I'd like to talk to your mom one day.

[ Because he does want to chat with her parents one day for reals! But he also wants to see her cute embarrassed face as she's being teased by her mom. ]

It is. There's so much on my mind that I'm worried about...

[ He glances over at Mio, noticing that she was trembling. Immediately, he feels bad for bringing it up in the first place. Of course he's not the only person that's distraught, she is as well. He quickly scoots closer and wraps an arm around her, resting his head against hers. ]

I'll protect you, Mio. The one good thing about this city is reuniting with you. [ As much as he claims to hate Recollé... being with Mio made everything worth it. No matter what, he would never regret coming to study abroad in this city. ]

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Wha— No! You're not allowed!

[ Not because her parents wouldn't accept him, it's more that she'll never hear the end of it. And it shows in her really red face before he gets closer to her, wrapping his arm around her in something comforting. ]

"Protect me"... stupid, saying something like that to sound all heroic. You can't protect me from everything. I'm not a child; I'm in fact almost an adult.

[hairstroke]

That's not fair at all.

[ Now it just made him even more determined to chat with them one day. ]

I know you're not a child, Mio. There's nothing wrong with relying on others, even adults need protection every so often. [ There's so much irony in his statement since he needs to learn to rely on others... ] Besides, I'm not saying it to sound heroic... I mean it.

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How is it not fair? It's not like I can meet your parents.

[ So eat shit, Leon!! As of right now, she is banning him from taking one step into her home if her parents are there. That's final. And it shows as she scrunches her brows, looking a little frustrated.

But hearing him say words like that... she pouts. ]

Geez. Even if that means protecting me from myself?

[hairstroke]

I'd let you meet my parents.... if I could.

[ There's a bit of a pregnant pause as he tries to brush it off. Not wanting to sound worried or anything. ALSO RUDE, he wants to be a good boyfriend that talks to her parents!!

The next thing she says causes him to fall even more silent. There's a lot of unfortunate implications with that but he made sure that he would protect her from anything and everything. That... included her memories. His hand gives her shoulder a gentle squeeze. ]

If that's what it takes. I made a promise to myself that I would protect you from anything, so... if that's what you want then I will.

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Then...

[ She leans in close to give him a kiss, but this time on the cheek before she smiles, speaking in clear Japanese, even though she doesn't have to. It's just something that shows not only her appreciation, but her trust. ]

Thank you. [ Those words are fleeting though as she finally brushes his hand off her shoulder and she hops onto her feet. ] Anyway! Let's not get too serious. Can you show me the kitchen? Also please tell me that you have an extra apron.

[hairstroke]

[ Any kiss from Mio always brightened his entire day. When he hears her speak in Japanese he could sense her trust. He was always here to listen to anything that was on her mind and likewise, he trusted her as well. ]

Yeah, it's right this way. [ He's stands back up and walks over to the door. ] Of course we do, our kitchen is very well prepared.

[ Said with the confidence of a guy who can't cook to save his life. He steps out of the room and starts leading her to where the kitchen was. It's not too far away since it's an apartment. ]

So... [ Since they were here and sort of alone, he figured that now is the best time to ask her. He's still curious about what they talked about over the network. ] earlier over the network when I asked you if you wanted me to request anything else, w-was there... anything you had in mind?

[promisedyou]

Ah, that's a surprise, Mister "Would Probably Burn the Place Down If He Cooked".

[ That's... rather rude, but he can probably tell by how lightly she says it and smiles that she's just joking. Mostly. Nevertheless, she follows him rather easily and taps her chin at his question. ]

Oh, it's cute that you think I'm going to tell you specifics. Shouldn't you be able to figure that out on your own? It's supposed to be your request, after all. Not mine.

[hairstroke]

[ Even though he's true, he still gives her a fierce glare. He hasn't burned the house down......... yet. ]

Geez, you were the one who asked me if that was seriously all I wanted. Whatever, my request is fine the way it is. It's all I want.

[ Although it's more like he's so vanilla that thinking about anything else would embarrass him. ]

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I was, but--

[ She glances away, her cheeks lighting up ever so slightly. There's no way that she would admit that!! ] Is it really all you want... geez.

[ Anyway, let's just. Check what's in the fridge!! ]

[hairstroke]

[ There's a long pause as he stares at her with those blushing cheeks. She's so complicated. Or maybe he's the one who is being complicated??? He doesn't even know. ]

... It sounds like you want something more.

[ As soon as he says that, then his own face turns several shades of red at how weird that sounded. WELP, TIME TO CHECK THE FRIDGE!!!

He immediately swings open the fridge to avoid eye contact. Inside there's simple ingredients like eggs, various vegetables like cabbage, lettuce and carrots. ]

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Even if I did, I wouldn't... tell you.

[ But she'll check the fridge and check it out before sighing. ] Okay, we definitely need to go shopping and restock. You're coming with me since you'll be paying for all of it.

[hairstroke]

[ The blush on his cheeks burns even hotter from her response. He's surprised by the shy answer but he has zero room to talk because there's no way he would ever say he wanted something more out loud. ]

Well of course I'll pay for it. It's not as if I can't afford it [ Spoken like a true rich brat. ] Did you think I wouldn't pay for it?

[promisedyou]

[ Then they're in the same boat. Nevertheless, she decides to latch onto his arm for a bit. ]

... I knew that you would. Anyway! Let's just go!!

[hairstroke]

[ When she holds onto his arm, he blushes even more. As flustered as this action made him, he couldn't deny that he liked her touch. ]

Yeah, I'll drive us to the store.

[ That way they didn't have to walk while carrying a ton of bags in the dark. While letting Mio latch onto his arm, he makes sure to lock the door as they leave and then he begins escorting her to his vehicle. ]

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[ Oh, good, they're driving. That way she can ask him more embarrassing questions in the car since they'll be more alone than usual. But she doesn't let go of him at all until they're at the car at least. ]

Hey... can I ask you something embarrassing? [ Just before she gets inside, she's gotta. ]

[hairstroke]

[ As he was in the process of opening the door for her, he freezes up at her question. Just from those words, he's already wondering what she could possibly ask that's so embarrassing. Even for her standards... ]

I'll admit, you saying that it's embarrassing makes me nervous. However, since it's you I don't mind. You can ask me anything.

[ As soon as he says that, he begins to regret those words. He nervously walks over to the driver's side and steps into the car. ]

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[ She twirls a strand of hair around her finger before taking a seat, putting her seatbelt on before she decides to just go for it.

Even if he might regret that she's asking. ]

So I don't... know if you. Ever thought about it, but. A lot of people talked about it. And I was wondering. W-What you're. Into. [ THANK GOD THEY'RE NOT IN THE HOUSE FOR THIS, HUH? ]

[hairstroke]

[ Somewhere, there's a record scratch that is happening because Leon is stunned to silence at first. He can't even start the car because his mind can't process what she just asked. ]

I...

[ Christ. He can't even talk properly. Of course he was well aware with what was said in that post. When he read those comments he wanted to die at the idea of kinks. As if he wasn't already blushing, he's pretty much a tomato at this point. ]

D-D-Don't you think it's too soon to be asking me such a question?!

[ THANK GOD because he would feel like he's sinning talking about this sort of thing with Xiaolang in the same vicinity. ]

[promisedyou]

[ Don't answer a question with a question, what the hell? Nevertheless, she can't help but swallow hard before yelling back at him. ]

Just... answer it.

[hairstroke]

[ Her response causes him to blush even harder. A long sigh escapes from his lips as he runs his hand over his face. Curse everyone on that Retrospec post!!! ]

Truthfully, I've never put much thought about what I'm... i-into.

[ He definitely was not against the idea of intimacy but it never crossed his mind nor was it a priority. School and studying was the most important aspect of his life... that is, until now. ]

I... s-suppose that cute outfits catch my fancy? And lingerie...

[ Now he wants to die. ]

[promisedyou]

Oho...? So, you'd probably really like having me sit on you in just my lingerie, huh?

[ Rest in fucking pieces, Leon. Especially now that Mio's grinning in that way that makes her look like an evil villain. ]

[hairstroke]

Would you give the sitting thing a rest?! [ Admittedly, he did kind of like the idea. It's probably evident how he was turning redder by the second. It's almost as if he was imagining her in lingerie... because let's be real, she would look amazing in it. ] Geez, if you are just going to make fun of me then I no longer want to talk about this! Why are you suddenly interested in this sort of subject?