Nope's Peak r2 - Day 5 - Sonia

[flamingprick]

[He'll lead Sonia away from the group and up to the first library. Mostly because he's looking for a little privacy and he remembers how comfy those beanbag chairs are.]

Here we are! Now, for that dare-

[He'll try to pull her with him as he flops down on a beanbag chair, aiming to pull her into his lap.]

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[flamingprick]

[It's...not what Rin was expecting to hear, but it's still very sweet. It brings a fond smile to his face, too. Sonia really is such a nice girl. He's so lucky to have her.]

It does, yeah. ...thanks for that.

[He's a little insecure about his appearances, so hearing encouraging words like that is nice.]

It might be a little scary to see everything at first, but I'll stay with you until you're comfortable around it. Most demons don't mean harm, they're just set in their own ways and have a temper.

[assent]

[ She has no idea about the insecurities, it's just her honest opinion on it--but more than that, the problem is more that he's automatically assuming she will go there. Or at least phrasing it like it. She can't force a smile without him seeing through it, so instead she shifts closer to slide her fingers against his shoulder, dragging them down along his arm. ]

And that's why you have a temper? [ One she is struggling to believe he has at this rate tbh, which is why this comes out more amused than it should. ]

[flamingprick]

[In his mind, it seems like the perfect solution. Sonia wouldn't have to get trapped by her life in her world, and since he has to go back to his to save it and all then maybe she could come with him. Or maybe she could come visit, if he wins 1st place. But either way, he likes the thought of seeing her again after this game is over. Even if it's just a sometimes thing and not every day, he still wants to see her. To make sure she's happy, wherever she ends up.]

I guess so. You know, kids called me a demon when I was little. They didn't know I actually was one, they just saw a normal human being. But whenever I got mad I would throw tables and punch people so hard it broke their ribs, and it was really scary for them. It's nice to know there's a reason why I'm like that, I guess.

[assent]

[ It is a good solution, if she wasn't being so stubborn about it. The reality is that it'd hurt a lot to be parted after all of this--even with people she considers as only friends and... not whatever this is. What lies she is telling herself, however, are blindsiding her a bit. ]

When was the last time you did that?

[flamingprick]

The last time?

[He has to think about that for a moment. He knows when the next time is- provided he doesn't have an outburst here- thanks to time bullshittery from the last time he was at this school, but when was the last time. He frowns thoughtfully as he considers it.]

...probably...that one time, when we had to...

[Now that frown is sad.]

When the three of us died. Me, Akira, and Ichigo. Right before that, I lost my temper at both of them for breaking those rules. I didn't hurt them then, but...

[assent]

[ The way his face shifts into a sad frown makes her shift her hand, reaching up to thread her fingers through his hair. ]

My apologies, you do not need to speak about it if you do not wish to. Especially merely for my curiosity.

[flamingprick]

[When he feels her hand there, he presses his head forward, letting his forehead rest against her shoulder. Then he just sighs.]

It's okay, you didn't know.

...I did come close to getting mad like that here, though. When I first met Yusuke. That one turned out better in the end.

[assent]

[ Her head tilts slightly, trying to peer at him but not stopping her hand in his hair. They're both pretty gross now but it's nice. Cuddling like this. It might be a bit of a difficult topic, but it's fine. It's comfy in a way. ]

...Are you the one who he got into fisticuffs with?

[ Fisticuffs... ]

[flamingprick]

[FISTICUFFS...

And Rin looks a little sheepish at that.]

Yeah, that was me. Sorry.

[They do have a shower there that they could clean up in though, since yeah they are pretty sweaty and gross.]

[assent]

[ FISTICUFFS... Yusuke's legacy tbh. ]

I see. Did you end up hurt as well?

[ What did they even fight over... boys pls.

And a shower will be great... eventually. ]

[flamingprick]

Not really. I have fast healing, so wounds don't really bother me much. I had my foot cut off once and it was completely healed within minutes.

[assent]

[ There is so much wrong with that sentence?????????????????

Why. Why are they both like this.

It means she stays quiet, frowning slightly as though she doesn't really know what to say (she doesn't). ]

[flamingprick]

[That. That pause probably isn't good.

Rin stumbles over his words for a moment as he tries to think of a way to explain that away.]

It's alright! It hurt at the time, but that was a while ago. Also I'll kick that guy's ass before I give him the chance to do that again.

[assent]

[ It is not a good pause, no. And despite him trying to reassure her, she still doesn't know how to respond so instead she curls her arm around him tighter, pressing closer to hug him. ]

...Of course. [ It comes out quiet and muffled though. ]

[flamingprick]

...

[Rin hugs onto her more tightly as well, trying to think of a way to explain it without sounding like he's reckless.]

It's...I don't go out looking to get hurt, I promise. Sometimes accidents happen, and it's just lucky I can heal from it. But I promise, I don't go out looking for trouble like that.

[Well, he doesn't go out looking to get hurt specifically. It's just one of the risks of his job.]

[assent]

[ It's warm like this, but also helps a little in cementing what he's saying. ]

Do not worry, I believe you. It is just... sad that it happens to begin with.

[ They don't sound like "accidents" that's why. ]

[flamingprick]

[They absolutely aren't 'accidents'.]

A little, I guess. But it's happening a lot less nowadays. I've gotten used to my strength, so I don't slip up as much anymore.

[Except for the times Yukio shot him in the head. But he's definitely not going to mention that.]

[assent]

I am grateful for that then.

[ Definitely... don't mention that jfc. ]

[flamingprick]

[she's going to have to be gently waded into just how much Rin has gotten hurt, it seems.]

Besides, I'll have to be extra-careful from now on. I wouldn't want to make you or Allen cry.

[assent]

[ She just doesn't want anyone to get hurt okay... ]

Yes, that is true. [ Her voice softens at that. ] We will both be sad if you are injured again, no matter the situation.

[flamingprick]

Then I'll be careful.

[He can try, at least.]

...

Want to nap for a bit?

[It's too early for sleeping, but a short nap might be nice.]

[assent]

[ Trying is better than not trying! ]

Yes, please. [ She's definitely tired after everything, and this is cosy and warm and somehow very comforting. ] I would like that.