Hm~? What's the matter, worried you might actually enjoy it? [ She's teasing, mostly -- it's amusing because they go around in these flirtatious circles quite frequently, and yet, nothing ever seems to come of it, not that Ann particularly cares. She's confident enough that someday she'll get him to come around; if anything it's somewhat endearing? Most guys trip over the sight of her, and in some instances, despite her shitty acting skills, it'd been so easy to seduce guys to get what she wanted. Seto... isn't quite that easy. She thinks if he let his anxieties go, he probably could be, but he's not quite ready for that and that's okay, too. Whenever he decides he's ready, she'll be here, after all. And yes, she forgot about the jet, okay. Jeez, man, you sure are extra, now that she thinks about it...
Their courtship has been an entire rollercoaster ride, complete with their ups and downs. But she's glad for the way it turned out. The one thing she'll be forever grateful for is that day on the beach, when he'd been exercising and she'd been stretching and they'd decided on a race. If it hadn't been for that foot race, cheating or not, they may not have been together like this. Or maybe they would have, but it wouldn't have been the same. Things worked out the way they were meant to, and she's so glad for that. She can't imagine life without him now. And the year or so she'd gone home, she'd forgotten about him... that's a frightening thought, really. She doesn't want to go through that again. She hopes, the next time she leaves, he leaves with her and they end up back in his world. Together. ]
I keep that a secret because I'm also not afraid to keep my friends and you safe. Also, I said I'm not afraid to go to jail, but my crimes are punishable by death, just FYI. According to the Japanese government, at least.
[ Snorting, she nudges him lightly with her shoulder. ] I mean it. You've got really good habits, and I wouldn't change a thing about you. You're perfect the way you are. And you're definitely my favorite person in the world! [ Even if she would like him to be maybe a little less snippy towards people for his own sake, but... he is who he is, and it's like she said: she loves him for who he is. ]
Office building. [ Oh sweetheart, don't worry. They'll go back to that in a bit, she promises. Don't you owe her a rematch anyways... ]
That's not it. [Somehow he had no doubts about whether it would be enjoyable or not but it was the commitment to opening himself up to the activity that was holding him back. There was a level of vulnerability involved in allowing someone else into one's personal sphere. Cuddling like this, on a park bench was one thing- a few exchanged lip locks here and there.. but once you crossed a certain line you could never uncross it. Kaiba was frustrated both by the fact that they had found something he couldn't immediately master, and the fact that there were times when certain desires had to remain unquenched. Cough. So to speak. He didn't like appearing weak, not in anything so there was some self-inflicted pressure on himself to get over it. She was a lot more patient than she was given credit for.
If someone hadn't altered their bet, maybe ... the creative victory wouldn't have been necessary.]
I'm still surprised that they take such an active role... [From his experience, law enforcement and what have you just took a backseat to everything else. There were perks to being a powerful business owner that apparently most organizations didn't want to cross but did want to curry favor. It was likely why his experiences wildly differed from her own] Just do whatever you have to. [To not get captured or worse]
[The slight bump was something he would only tolerate from her.] You really know how to lay it on thick. [His gentle way of saying he didn't need more reinforcement on this particular concept, still he would be lying if it wasn't flattering to hear.]
That's actually two words.. [Shaking his head at that.] I'm afraid you'll have to take a penalty for that. [Though he tried to make it sound more ominous his tone was too lighthearted. Reaching over with his free hand, he tilted her chin upwards so he could steal a chaste kiss]
You worry too much. [ He knows what she's talking about, after all. So he's got one thing that he's unsure of, everyone's allowed at least one thing. This is his, and that's okay. She's not about to push him into doing anything that he might regret later, enjoyable or not. She's happy so long as he is, after all, and just being with him is enough for her. Someday they'll cross that bridge together, whenever he's ready and whenever the timing is right. She certainly doesn't see anything wrong with that... he's too hard on himself sometimes.
Hey! She felt awkward, come on... ]
Yeah, it's unfortunate. Mostly, they like to do shady shit and pin it on us. [ She glances off to the side. ] Even civilians made an attempt to kill us in our sleep during our trip 'cause we were getting blamed for a guy getting murdered. They were being controlled, but... still a little jarring, y'know? [ She shrugs it off, regardless. ] No promises, kinda hard when ominous black cars follow you to school and to work, but, I'll do my best~
[ Well. Assuming she goes home again and not, y'know, with him. ]
Not laying it on thick when it's the truth. [ It's the truth to her at least. She knows she's lucky to have him, because really, he should have probably looked over her and kept on going, but here he is. Stuck with her, for better or worse. And she's grateful for that every single day. ]
Oh! I mean... anything is one word if you believe it is. [ Okay, okay, so office-building is LEGIT two words, but come on, let her have this! ] Penalty, huh...? [ Looks like there's not a whole lot to worry about, though, because she's quick to melt into that chaste kiss, smiling as she places a hand to his cheek. Once they part, she giggles. ] Maybe I should screw up more often if penalties are that nice.
You don't worry enough. [Saying the first thing that came to mind more than anything sincere. Personally, Kaiba thought he should have no flaws or hangups and these intimacy issues slotted perfectly into that. It definitely bothers him a lot more than it her since it was one thing that forced him to accept that his past had scarred him more than he wanted to admit even if it was all in his mind. It was like giving the past control over a portion of his life, and he couldn't stand it.
.. but that forced him to admit that MAYBE... in SOME way.. he MIGHT HAVE BEEN INTERESTED]
I recall you saying so before, and I don't doubt it. Everyone has their own agendas. [No one on this park bench hasn't had some kind of death threat lobbed at them.. but it was a little different for Ann. She got drug into something she never intended to involve herself in until it happened so he could appreciate that it must be more jarring for her. He ticked off competitors/former employees on a regular basis. A part of him wanted to empathize but he found it difficult to express] I can see how.. that might be unsettling. [There he tried] They're not continuing the trend here at least.
[We're going to Domino. Sorry, you didn't get a vote and Kaiba decided for you]
Now look whose trying to alter the rules to suit her. [Smirking at that as he calls her out] Mm, 'fraid so. It wouldn't look good if I just let you get away with something like this. [Not sounding convincing in the slightest. Although he feels like a sappy dork, he can't help but enjoy this private moment together just wrapped up in one another's affections. When the kiss breaks he still holds her close.] ... If you throw it on purpose, I'll know and I'll switch tactics with penalties. [LOOK... there's one thing he doesn't care for and it's intentionally losing a game]
Paperwork. [Continuing the theme but wishing he could change it. It was making him feel remiss in his duties that he couldn't perform here for his company]
[You know what's highly sus? You. Kidnapping old people... ]
Worrying causes wrinkles, no thanks. [ And no one wants that, okay. She knows that his past... is definitely an issue, but he's a strong person and honestly? Considering that he used to get stiff and weird out when she'd hold his hand or hug him, he's come a long way. Just sitting close on the bench together, cuddling close willingly and of his own accord should be proof enough of that. She's proud of him and how far he's come. He's allowed to map out his feelings and come to terms with things at his own pace, and she'll do everything she can to help with that however he wants.
HE SURE DID...... which was shocking and flattering. Boy she'd been nervous during their first date...]
You can say that again. Assholes. I hate cops. [ Except for Zenkichi but does he even count at this point considering he's one of them and also Dad of The Group™? ] It was. The whole thing was stupid and I'm glad it's over with. S...orta. It'd be a lie to say it wasn't nice to be back in action for a while. [ If only there was someone to kick around here, but. It's all hugs and sunshine for now. ] Nope, and fortunately there's only two people here who know about all of this, so, no worries about any of that stuff here.
[ For now. ]
See? See all of the habits I'm learning from you? [ Screw the rules! She hums and nods sagely. ] Yes, agreed. Definitely need a whole lot of penalties. For good measure. [ His next statement makes her laugh, though, and she leans in to kiss him again. ] As if I'd throw anything on purpose! [ ESPECIALLY against Seto... despite her unending love and affection for him, somehow he still manages to bring out her competitive side. ]
R...reports. [ Except she's not talking about office reports or power point presentations. She's talking about school work. Is she pale? She's definitely pale. Ugh. School. ]
[.... Thankfully, you didn't have to see that. COUGH]
How nice it must be. [Shaking his head disapprovingly, but really he could appreciate how lowkey she was being about everything. Ann had her own concerns and things she felt passionate about but this lighthearted side of her balanced him and his drier generally more biting commentary. Thankfully, she was smart enough not to broach this conversation out loud for while it was true that he had made great strides he would have felt like such a loser to really have to discuss any of this. Map out his ... feelings. Really? Even though it was true that he needed to.
Kaiba definitely tried to appear unflappable on that date, but he had some qualms too. It's not like he wanted to be the worst date she ever had...]
Eh, I don't feel that strongly about them either way. [The cops in her dimension were something else however] There's something about the adrenaline rush? [Now, that, he would understand. Why do you think he jumps off moving vehicles, and sometimes employs the use of jet packs, etc? Or why he tried to make his fav game have a method to simulate death if you lose?] If anyone ever does give you trouble... [Tell him about it.]
All the bad ones... [It's only bad unless he's doing it] I'll keep thinking of new ones to increase the risk... [and escalate things. COUGH. Sure he could have prevented the follow up kiss, but he doesn't drinking it in with pleasure.] Right answer. [No throwing matches ever.]
Grades. [Huh. Now they shifted it into uncomfortable territory for her instead of him] How many exams did you say you passed last time you were in your own dimension...?
It really is. You should try it sometime. [ She grins at him, kissing his cheek again. Oh, she knows better than to ever say anything like this out loud and proud, alone or not, because she knows his reaction would not be a good one. He'd roll his eyes and probably loudly declare it stupid and... no one needs that. Especially right now. Right now all he needs to worry about and focus on is just living in the moment and being happy. As happy as he can be until they map out their feelings straight back to Domino while trapped here, at least.
They were definitely struggling to navigate the date waters, that's for sure. If it helps, she didn't want to be the worst date HE'D ever had, either. He's the only guy she's ever been on a date with anyways... ]
I'm glad they don't bother you too much, at least. Let's keep it that way. [ She h a t e s. Them. ] Something like that. Also, getting things done and not... sitting around while bad shit happens. If that makes sense. [ It probably makes sense. Of course he'd understand, though... he'd probably enjoy being a Phantom Thief himself. Then again, he may not entirely agree with their shenanigans, either. STOP MAKING DEATH SIMULATORS SETO. ] You're so sweet, but you don't need to worry about me. Especially here! [ No enemies y...et! ]
All of the good ones... [ She'll learn a l l of your cheating ways. ] Will you~? Care to give me an example? [ She's on cloud nine right now. This is probably the best surprise anyone's ever given her, and it's so nice to finally have some alone time. ]
Homework. [ Oh. She blinks, and then suddenly beams brightly, as if what she's about to tell him is something to truly be proud of. ] I passed all of them except for one! A lot better than I thought I'd do! Just had to re-take the failed exam and I was set to graduate.
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Date: 2021-08-26 03:17 am (UTC)Didn't you kinda deserve that though?!]Hm~? What's the matter, worried you might actually enjoy it? [ She's teasing, mostly -- it's amusing because they go around in these flirtatious circles quite frequently, and yet, nothing ever seems to come of it, not that Ann particularly cares. She's confident enough that someday she'll get him to come around; if anything it's somewhat endearing? Most guys trip over the sight of her, and in some instances, despite her shitty acting skills, it'd been so easy to seduce guys to get what she wanted. Seto... isn't quite that easy. She thinks if he let his anxieties go, he probably could be, but he's not quite ready for that and that's okay, too. Whenever he decides he's ready, she'll be here, after all. And yes, she forgot about the jet, okay. Jeez, man, you sure are extra, now that she thinks about it...
Their courtship has been an entire rollercoaster ride, complete with their ups and downs. But she's glad for the way it turned out. The one thing she'll be forever grateful for is that day on the beach, when he'd been exercising and she'd been stretching and they'd decided on a race. If it hadn't been for that foot race, cheating or not, they may not have been together like this. Or maybe they would have, but it wouldn't have been the same. Things worked out the way they were meant to, and she's so glad for that. She can't imagine life without him now. And the year or so she'd gone home, she'd forgotten about him... that's a frightening thought, really. She doesn't want to go through that again. She hopes, the next time she leaves, he leaves with her and they end up back in his world. Together. ]
I keep that a secret because I'm also not afraid to keep my friends and you safe. Also, I said I'm not afraid to go to jail, but my crimes are punishable by death, just FYI. According to the Japanese government, at least.
[ Snorting, she nudges him lightly with her shoulder. ] I mean it. You've got really good habits, and I wouldn't change a thing about you. You're perfect the way you are. And you're definitely my favorite person in the world! [ Even if she would like him to be maybe a little less snippy towards people for his own sake, but... he is who he is, and it's like she said: she loves him for who he is. ]
Office building. [ Oh sweetheart, don't worry. They'll go back to that in a bit, she promises. Don't you owe her a rematch anyways... ]
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Date: 2021-08-31 04:09 pm (UTC)WHOSE SIDE ARE YOU ON?!.. (but yes)]That's not it. [Somehow he had no doubts about whether it would be enjoyable or not but it was the commitment to opening himself up to the activity that was holding him back. There was a level of vulnerability involved in allowing someone else into one's personal sphere. Cuddling like this, on a park bench was one thing- a few exchanged lip locks here and there.. but once you crossed a certain line you could never uncross it. Kaiba was frustrated both by the fact that they had found something he couldn't immediately master, and the fact that there were times when certain desires had to remain unquenched. Cough. So to speak. He didn't like appearing weak, not in anything so there was some self-inflicted pressure on himself to get over it. She was a lot more patient than she was given credit for.
If someone hadn't altered their bet, maybe ... the creative victory wouldn't have been necessary.]I'm still surprised that they take such an active role... [From his experience, law enforcement and what have you just took a backseat to everything else. There were perks to being a powerful business owner that apparently most organizations didn't want to cross but did want to curry favor. It was likely why his experiences wildly differed from her own] Just do whatever you have to. [To not get captured or worse]
[The slight bump was something he would only tolerate from her.] You really know how to lay it on thick. [His gentle way of saying he didn't need more reinforcement on this particular concept, still he would be lying if it wasn't flattering to hear.]
That's actually two words.. [Shaking his head at that.] I'm afraid you'll have to take a penalty for that. [Though he tried to make it sound more ominous his tone was too lighthearted. Reaching over with his free hand, he tilted her chin upwards so he could steal a chaste kiss]
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Date: 2021-09-01 03:05 am (UTC)[ YOURS BUT ALSO.... (see?!)]You worry too much. [ He knows what she's talking about, after all. So he's got one thing that he's unsure of, everyone's allowed at least one thing. This is his, and that's okay. She's not about to push him into doing anything that he might regret later, enjoyable or not. She's happy so long as he is, after all, and just being with him is enough for her. Someday they'll cross that bridge together, whenever he's ready and whenever the timing is right. She certainly doesn't see anything wrong with that... he's too hard on himself sometimes.
Hey! She felt awkward, come on...]Yeah, it's unfortunate. Mostly, they like to do shady shit and pin it on us. [ She glances off to the side. ] Even civilians made an attempt to kill us in our sleep during our trip 'cause we were getting blamed for a guy getting murdered. They were being controlled, but... still a little jarring, y'know? [ She shrugs it off, regardless. ] No promises, kinda hard when ominous black cars follow you to school and to work, but, I'll do my best~
[ Well. Assuming she goes home again and not, y'know, with him. ]
Not laying it on thick when it's the truth. [ It's the truth to her at least. She knows she's lucky to have him, because really, he should have probably looked over her and kept on going, but here he is. Stuck with her, for better or worse. And she's grateful for that every single day. ]
Oh! I mean... anything is one word if you believe it is. [ Okay, okay, so office-building is LEGIT two words, but come on, let her have this! ] Penalty, huh...? [ Looks like there's not a whole lot to worry about, though, because she's quick to melt into that chaste kiss, smiling as she places a hand to his cheek. Once they part, she giggles. ] Maybe I should screw up more often if penalties are that nice.
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Date: 2021-09-01 03:23 am (UTC)Sounds highly sus to me]You don't worry enough. [Saying the first thing that came to mind more than anything sincere. Personally, Kaiba thought he should have no flaws or hangups and these intimacy issues slotted perfectly into that. It definitely bothers him a lot more than it her since it was one thing that forced him to accept that his past had scarred him more than he wanted to admit even if it was all in his mind. It was like giving the past control over a portion of his life, and he couldn't stand it.
.. but that forced him to admit that MAYBE... in SOME way.. he MIGHT HAVE BEEN INTERESTED]I recall you saying so before, and I don't doubt it. Everyone has their own agendas. [No one on this park bench hasn't had some kind of death threat lobbed at them.. but it was a little different for Ann. She got drug into something she never intended to involve herself in until it happened so he could appreciate that it must be more jarring for her. He ticked off competitors/former employees on a regular basis. A part of him wanted to empathize but he found it difficult to express] I can see how.. that might be unsettling. [There he tried] They're not continuing the trend here at least.
[We're going to Domino. Sorry, you didn't get a vote and Kaiba decided for you]
Now look whose trying to alter the rules to suit her. [Smirking at that as he calls her out] Mm, 'fraid so. It wouldn't look good if I just let you get away with something like this. [Not sounding convincing in the slightest. Although he feels like a sappy dork, he can't help but enjoy this private moment together just wrapped up in one another's affections. When the kiss breaks he still holds her close.] ... If you throw it on purpose, I'll know and I'll switch tactics with penalties. [LOOK... there's one thing he doesn't care for and it's intentionally losing a game]
Paperwork. [Continuing the theme but wishing he could change it. It was making him feel remiss in his duties that he couldn't perform here for his company]
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Date: 2021-09-01 03:43 am (UTC)You know what's highly sus? You. Kidnapping old people...]Worrying causes wrinkles, no thanks. [ And no one wants that, okay. She knows that his past... is definitely an issue, but he's a strong person and honestly? Considering that he used to get stiff and weird out when she'd hold his hand or hug him, he's come a long way. Just sitting close on the bench together, cuddling close willingly and of his own accord should be proof enough of that. She's proud of him and how far he's come. He's allowed to map out his feelings and come to terms with things at his own pace, and she'll do everything she can to help with that however he wants.
HE SURE DID...... which was shocking and flattering. Boy she'd been nervous during their first date...]You can say that again. Assholes. I hate cops. [ Except for Zenkichi but does he even count at this point considering he's one of them and also Dad of The Group™? ] It was. The whole thing was stupid and I'm glad it's over with. S...orta. It'd be a lie to say it wasn't nice to be back in action for a while. [ If only there was someone to kick around here, but. It's all hugs and sunshine for now. ] Nope, and fortunately there's only two people here who know about all of this, so, no worries about any of that stuff here.
[ For now. ]
See? See all of the habits I'm learning from you? [ Screw the rules! She hums and nods sagely. ] Yes, agreed. Definitely need a whole lot of penalties. For good measure. [ His next statement makes her laugh, though, and she leans in to kiss him again. ] As if I'd throw anything on purpose! [ ESPECIALLY against Seto... despite her unending love and affection for him, somehow he still manages to bring out her competitive side. ]
R...reports. [ Except she's not talking about office reports or power point presentations. She's talking about school work. Is she pale? She's definitely pale. Ugh. School. ]
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Date: 2021-09-01 03:57 am (UTC).... Thankfully, you didn't have to see that. COUGH]How nice it must be. [Shaking his head disapprovingly, but really he could appreciate how lowkey she was being about everything. Ann had her own concerns and things she felt passionate about but this lighthearted side of her balanced him and his drier generally more biting commentary. Thankfully, she was smart enough not to broach this conversation out loud for while it was true that he had made great strides he would have felt like such a loser to really have to discuss any of this. Map out his ... feelings. Really?
Even though it was true that he needed to.Kaiba definitely tried to appear unflappable on that date, but he had some qualms too. It's not like he wanted to be the worst date she ever had...]Eh, I don't feel that strongly about them either way. [The cops in her dimension were something else however] There's something about the adrenaline rush? [Now, that, he would understand. Why do you think he jumps off moving vehicles, and sometimes employs the use of jet packs, etc?
Or why he tried to make his fav game have a method to simulate death if you lose?] If anyone ever does give you trouble... [Tell him about it.]All the bad ones... [It's only bad unless he's doing it] I'll keep thinking of new ones to increase the risk... [and escalate things. COUGH. Sure he could have prevented the follow up kiss, but he doesn't drinking it in with pleasure.] Right answer. [No throwing matches ever.]
Grades. [Huh. Now they shifted it into uncomfortable territory for her instead of him] How many exams did you say you passed last time you were in your own dimension...?
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Date: 2021-09-01 04:34 am (UTC)YEAH YEAH....]It really is. You should try it sometime. [ She grins at him, kissing his cheek again. Oh, she knows better than to ever say anything like this out loud and proud, alone or not, because she knows his reaction would not be a good one. He'd roll his eyes and probably loudly declare it stupid and... no one needs that. Especially right now. Right now all he needs to worry about and focus on is just living in the moment and being happy. As happy as he can be
until they map out their feelings straight back to Dominowhile trapped here, at least.They were definitely struggling to navigate the date waters, that's for sure. If it helps, she didn't want to be the worst date HE'D ever had, either. He's the only guy she's ever been on a date with anyways...]I'm glad they don't bother you too much, at least. Let's keep it that way. [ She h a t e s. Them. ] Something like that. Also, getting things done and not... sitting around while bad shit happens. If that makes sense. [ It probably makes sense. Of course he'd understand, though... he'd probably enjoy being a Phantom Thief himself. Then again, he may not entirely agree with their shenanigans, either.
STOP MAKING DEATH SIMULATORS SETO.] You're so sweet, but you don't need to worry about me. Especially here! [ No enemies y...et! ]All of the good ones... [ She'll learn a l l of your cheating ways. ] Will you~? Care to give me an example? [ She's on cloud nine right now. This is probably the best surprise anyone's ever given her, and it's so nice to finally have some alone time. ]
Homework. [ Oh. She blinks, and then suddenly beams brightly, as if what she's about to tell him is something to truly be proud of. ] I passed all of them except for one! A lot better than I thought I'd do! Just had to re-take the failed exam and I was set to graduate.