(no matter how things change over the months, or even just weeks, the picture where ryuji managed to sneak a kiss on ren will always be the one he treasures the most. and while he's not entirely sure if that smile is one ren is forcing or trying to hide, but either way it gives him butterflies.
when ren gives a sign for taking another photo, ryuji poses much more normally this time. a bright, cheery smile to show how much this date already means to him, along with a peace sign pose.
he's more relieved than he knows that the date could get back on track so quickly after getting as awkward as it did. they're free to be themselves again, just including handholding and kissing. he hopes lots of kissing.
once ren finishes up with the pictures, ryuji takes his hand and guides him to the cashier to pay for the headbands. of course he's planning on wearing his right out of the store, and he'll expect the same from ren.) So, did you wanna grab some food first, or try a couple rides after this?
[ On the way to the register, Ren scrolls over the pictures, giving them one last peek for now. Even if they took them for a specific purpose, he knows he's going to treasure these. Maybe he'll even make that second one his phone background later. Ryuji's shy look in it is so priceless, a side of him Ren knows to exist but rarely sees on such plain display.
The question snaps him back to reality. Ren slips his phone back into his pocket, offering up his thoughts in the process. ]
Let's do some rides. [ Ryuji will have the honor of buying him overpriced park food after that. How rare of an occasion that Ren isn't the one doing the treating. ] I haven't been here in a while, heard they're changed some.
[ After they pay for their headbands, Ren tucks his back into his hair, making sure that the band doesn't sit uncomfortable with the arms of his glasses. Happiness sparks in his chest. It does feel like a real date, while still feeling like a regular hangout for the two of them. Funny how those two things aren't mutually exclusive.
On the way out, he grabs a park pamphlet from a nearby rack, unfolding it to display the map inside. ]
(the date has only just begun, yet ryuji already feels as though it's the best he's ever gone on. the rocky start was nothing compared to the joy he felt now, knowing there was a romantic picture of them together. even if only a lie.
which reminds him, sliding his arm easily over ren's shoulders, the way he's always done and will continue to do.) Hey, send me that pic later, okay? Both of 'em.
(with excitement in his veins and a grin on his face, ryuji quickly guides ren out of the shop. his emotions are a back and forth, frantic over any little thing that goes wrong, yet so easily overjoyed when they go right.
the hours ryuji spent organizing and planning this date won't go to waste. with all the ease of someone who no doubt practiced for hours yet pulls it off so smoothyl, ryuji takes ren's hand to intertwine their fingers. he doesn't give it a verbal acknowledgment, but he will pull away if ren gives any sort of indication that this is not something he wants.) They finished renovating the flying swings a couple weeks ago, we can do that first! Then maybe the carousel or boat ride before hitting up some roller coasters.
(the childish glee emanating from ryuji is palpable, tugging ren along as he tries not to rush too much to the rides, with a light, airy laugh escaping his lips.) C'mon, dude, today's gonna be awesome!
[ Being tactile is nothing new for them, even before initiating this entire ruse. Still, Ren isn't quite prepared for the moment that Ryuji's fingers slot through his, a small but warm point of embrace. His eyes tick just a bit wider as he looks over, but all that there is that same sunny smile, no hesitance or uncertainty whatsoever.
Is this something Ryuji is used to? Is it experience? His mind easily supplies the image of Ryuji taking a woman's hand, his heart clenching tight in response—a reaction he masks at the surface level with a mild smile of his own. ]
You've got a whole plan of attack.
[ Jealousy will only spoil the day. Ren quietly packs up the feelings and sets them aside in a dark corner, somewhere the bright sun and even brighter shine of Ryuji's smile can't reach. He meets Ryuji's enthusiasm with longer strides of his own, wrapping himself in that delight as they head to their first destination.
It indeed seems like they've managed to avoid the worst of the lines. Ren looks up at the ride in motion as they queue up, shooting Ryuji a playful smirk. ]
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when ren gives a sign for taking another photo, ryuji poses much more normally this time. a bright, cheery smile to show how much this date already means to him, along with a peace sign pose.
he's more relieved than he knows that the date could get back on track so quickly after getting as awkward as it did. they're free to be themselves again, just including handholding and kissing. he hopes lots of kissing.
once ren finishes up with the pictures, ryuji takes his hand and guides him to the cashier to pay for the headbands. of course he's planning on wearing his right out of the store, and he'll expect the same from ren.) So, did you wanna grab some food first, or try a couple rides after this?
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The question snaps him back to reality. Ren slips his phone back into his pocket, offering up his thoughts in the process. ]
Let's do some rides. [ Ryuji will have the honor of buying him overpriced park food after that. How rare of an occasion that Ren isn't the one doing the treating. ] I haven't been here in a while, heard they're changed some.
[ After they pay for their headbands, Ren tucks his back into his hair, making sure that the band doesn't sit uncomfortable with the arms of his glasses. Happiness sparks in his chest. It does feel like a real date, while still feeling like a regular hangout for the two of them. Funny how those two things aren't mutually exclusive.
On the way out, he grabs a park pamphlet from a nearby rack, unfolding it to display the map inside. ]
What kind of ride are you feeling first?
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which reminds him, sliding his arm easily over ren's shoulders, the way he's always done and will continue to do.) Hey, send me that pic later, okay? Both of 'em.
(with excitement in his veins and a grin on his face, ryuji quickly guides ren out of the shop. his emotions are a back and forth, frantic over any little thing that goes wrong, yet so easily overjoyed when they go right.
the hours ryuji spent organizing and planning this date won't go to waste. with all the ease of someone who no doubt practiced for hours yet pulls it off so smoothyl, ryuji takes ren's hand to intertwine their fingers. he doesn't give it a verbal acknowledgment, but he will pull away if ren gives any sort of indication that this is not something he wants.) They finished renovating the flying swings a couple weeks ago, we can do that first! Then maybe the carousel or boat ride before hitting up some roller coasters.
(the childish glee emanating from ryuji is palpable, tugging ren along as he tries not to rush too much to the rides, with a light, airy laugh escaping his lips.) C'mon, dude, today's gonna be awesome!
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Is this something Ryuji is used to? Is it experience? His mind easily supplies the image of Ryuji taking a woman's hand, his heart clenching tight in response—a reaction he masks at the surface level with a mild smile of his own. ]
You've got a whole plan of attack.
[ Jealousy will only spoil the day. Ren quietly packs up the feelings and sets them aside in a dark corner, somewhere the bright sun and even brighter shine of Ryuji's smile can't reach. He meets Ryuji's enthusiasm with longer strides of his own, wrapping himself in that delight as they head to their first destination.
It indeed seems like they've managed to avoid the worst of the lines. Ren looks up at the ride in motion as they queue up, shooting Ryuji a playful smirk. ]
You sure you're ready for this?