[Basically, he's just like her...only she's had more chances to think things through. Surprisingly emotional at the best of times. Although lately she feels like people are picking up on that.
He sounds a little amused though, or maybe he's challenging her. Either way--]
Ah, you can be very stubborn. I was prepared to try to convince you a little more. I am glad you're giving it a chance by considering it, at least. This is not something you can change just like that, so I understand.
[ Of course it would. It was what he was working towards to, after all.
He takes the CD in silence, steel blue eyes resting on the cover for a few moments before he returns his attention to the conversation and taps it with one neatly manicured nail. ]
She likes him. A great deal.
[ So he can't still be sure whether Haruka liked him only because of his persona, or otherwise. ]
[She wants a copy!! A first press edition, so then she'd be able to say she got it. And a normal one just so she can listen to it. Don't worry, being Japan and Taiwan's sibling has taught her how to do all this fan stuff.
She looks at "him" first, being the man on the cover of the CD. Now, as she never actually seen HAYATO do his work, all she has to go by is what she heard on his CD.
The context is now completely muddled up for her, because unlike all of Japan (therefore Haruka), Vietnam encountered Tokiya first. It's why she could easily say she likes Tokiya more than HAYATO.]
I see, her inspiration? But now she writes music for you, no? [It all goes full circle.] Does she understand you as "Tokiya"?
[ You're going to get so much of your money sucked out of you by idol hell, Vietnam. But then again, she has a lot of money in the first place, so it shouldn't be a problem. ]
... it's what I'd like to believe.
[ The question troubled him greatly during the earlier months, the answer to which he obtained by changing persona and talking to her as Hayato instead.
[Exactly, she's good at saving! Which means she can spend on idol hell without even feeling like her money is getting sucked out. Prepare yourself, Tokiya, going to collect his CDs.
The way Tokiya appears to depend on this girl has Vietnam believe that she must be good. Tokiya warmed up to their family rather well, so she could only think it is someone who understands him. Tiny determined fist pump time?!]
I...I think so. Natsuki spoke highly of her too! There might be some differences, but the personality should be the same, so I believe from stories alone, that it should be fine. Besides, you are someone who tries to strive for perfection. As long as you do it as yourself and not HAYATO, I think you'd be able to sing anything you put your mind to.
[It's only embarrassing once she makes him sign them all...which she will. Nicely though, she'll ask nicely?!]
Hmm... [Something about him still radiates Doubt. She definitely can't speak for his composer, since she has never met the girl yet and is really just going by whatever she heard and how these boys look like when they talk about her.]
I suppose it is the only thing we can do now. We can't predict the future. [So he is right, somewhat.] I wonder else you can do for the time being. I know you are practicing and going to those sessions with the other town idols, but is there anything else that you can do to save time before you get your songs? [She crosses her arms.] I would include relaxation in that as well, as you have time...
[ Maybe she does have a point. He has been working so meticulously that his schedule is always packed. Was it an unconscious attempt at making him forget about the things he had been trying to avoid? ]
I'll see what I can do.
[ He'll probably spend an 'off day' reading at home, if anything else. That should help. ]
[When someone who loves working hard!!! tells you to relax, it's really actually seriously.
The problem is, because he works so hard, Vietnam's realised that the only thing she's seen him do is read.]
If there is anything you need, please tell me. I do realise this house is furnished more comfortably for myself and Chiyo, we still need to get to things for you. It will help you too, no? [Like...relaxing. Or working. Heck all the dvd's are just the girls', not a single one is a concert or anything for Tokiya's research purpose.]
[ It's partially because the things Tokiya needs for training generally tend to be in the Conservatory. He has little other belongings of his own other than his music player and a handful of books. ]
I will.
[ Really, he has little needs. But he appreciates the sentiment. ]
Good. [If she was the type to sparkle, she would. Remember when he used to say he didn't need anything. Instead now he says that he will tell her if need be. IMPROVEMENT.]
I'll go put your old outfit away, is there anything else you want me to do, or need of me?
She moves over to pick up the box that she had to keep away from sight, and nods.]
You're welcome. Even though I didn't help much at all. [She means by her request, since all that did was dredge up bad reminders, though tackling such problems would make him stronger.]
He's not allowed to be alone though? He'll hurt himself? But he's allowed a small window as she goes to pack his old uniform somewhere in her room. It seems a shame to keep it in a box when it's so well made, but what can she do.]
While she's gone, he'll be reading the note that was tucked into the CD case. When she come back, he'll just... casually... put it back again. Really, it isn't important. That's why he's not jamming it back in on sight of her.
[it's okay she understands the language of tsun...
She's brought back some tea too, taking a detour (or just the long route) after she put away his things. They went through some really heavy topics, and she did almost yell at him, so she'd want him to relax a bit too.
But he's taken out that note again, before putting it back in. It's important, she can tell, as she places down his cup.]
Here it is hot. You should move the CD and the note away just in case. [See.]
[She might be pretty butch but she's not a blockhead!!! It's how she can be a delicate flower, it takes effort.]
You're welcome. [So the CD is now on his lap. He's protecting it, even though she hopes the tea won't hurt him anyway.
She waits for him to drink some of it before--] Are you feeling better? I am sorry I was a little pushy before as well. I don't believe I said it before.
[TOKIYA...THAT'S WHAT NORMAL PEOPLE DO. DON'T BE SURPRISED??? Or at least that's what she thinks, anyway.
She could go now, though another part of her tells her she shouldn't leave him alone, seeing how he was after she came back in. But he's still in the same house, so it's not like she'll be far away.]
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He sounds a little amused though, or maybe he's challenging her. Either way--]
Ah, you can be very stubborn. I was prepared to try to convince you a little more. I am glad you're giving it a chance by considering it, at least. This is not something you can change just like that, so I understand.
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Hm.
[ Really, it's awkward to be admitting this, even if he's trying very hard not to show it. ]
... are you going to give that back to me?
[ You know. The CD. ]
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She actually looks at him quite curiously, because he's...there's something going on?]
Hmm...? Oh!
[She quickly hands him the CD again.] Here you are. It will be nice to see a CD with "Tokiya" on the cover one day.
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He takes the CD in silence, steel blue eyes resting on the cover for a few moments before he returns his attention to the conversation and taps it with one neatly manicured nail. ]
She likes him. A great deal.
[ So he can't still be sure whether Haruka liked him only because of his persona, or otherwise. ]
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She looks at "him" first, being the man on the cover of the CD. Now, as she never actually seen HAYATO do his work, all she has to go by is what she heard on his CD.
The context is now completely muddled up for her, because unlike all of Japan (therefore Haruka), Vietnam encountered Tokiya first. It's why she could easily say she likes Tokiya more than HAYATO.]
I see, her inspiration? But now she writes music for you, no? [It all goes full circle.] Does she understand you as "Tokiya"?
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... it's what I'd like to believe.
[ The question troubled him greatly during the earlier months, the answer to which he obtained by changing persona and talking to her as Hayato instead.
But still... ]
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The way Tokiya appears to depend on this girl has Vietnam believe that she must be good. Tokiya warmed up to their family rather well, so she could only think it is someone who understands him. Tiny determined fist pump time?!]
I...I think so. Natsuki spoke highly of her too! There might be some differences, but the personality should be the same, so I believe from stories alone, that it should be fine. Besides, you are someone who tries to strive for perfection. As long as you do it as yourself and not HAYATO, I think you'd be able to sing anything you put your mind to.
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We'll see.
[ But could he do it as himself? Could he put his heart into singing, knowing that the girl who listened was not the one who loved him back?
It would be different, he knows it for sure. But he can't just tell this to someone who was trying to motivate him. ]
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Hmm... [Something about him still radiates Doubt. She definitely can't speak for his composer, since she has never met the girl yet and is really just going by whatever she heard and how these boys look like when they talk about her.]
I suppose it is the only thing we can do now. We can't predict the future. [So he is right, somewhat.] I wonder else you can do for the time being. I know you are practicing and going to those sessions with the other town idols, but is there anything else that you can do to save time before you get your songs? [She crosses her arms.] I would include relaxation in that as well, as you have time...
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I'll see what I can do.
[ He'll probably spend an 'off day' reading at home, if anything else. That should help. ]
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The problem is, because he works so hard, Vietnam's realised that the only thing she's seen him do is read.]
If there is anything you need, please tell me. I do realise this house is furnished more comfortably for myself and Chiyo, we still need to get to things for you. It will help you too, no? [Like...relaxing. Or working. Heck all the dvd's are just the girls', not a single one is a concert or anything for Tokiya's research purpose.]
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I will.
[ Really, he has little needs. But he appreciates the sentiment. ]
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Good. [If she was the type to sparkle, she would. Remember when he used to say he didn't need anything. Instead now he says that he will tell her if need be. IMPROVEMENT.]
I'll go put your old outfit away, is there anything else you want me to do, or need of me?
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No, this is enough.
[ If anything, she's left him with plenty of things to think about. ]
... thank you.
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She moves over to pick up the box that she had to keep away from sight, and nods.]
You're welcome. Even though I didn't help much at all. [She means by her request, since all that did was dredge up bad reminders, though tackling such problems would make him stronger.]
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So he just nods, flipping the CD over unconsciously in his hand. If she doesn't have more to say, he'll be leaving to get some quiet for himself. ]
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He's not allowed to be alone though? He'll hurt himself? But he's allowed a small window as she goes to pack his old uniform somewhere in her room. It seems a shame to keep it in a box when it's so well made, but what can she do.]
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While she's gone, he'll be reading the note that was tucked into the CD case. When she come back, he'll just... casually... put it back again. Really, it isn't important. That's why he's not jamming it back in on sight of her.
(He's trying, okay.) ]
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She's brought back some tea too, taking a detour (or just the long route) after she put away his things. They went through some really heavy topics, and she did almost yell at him, so she'd want him to relax a bit too.
But he's taken out that note again, before putting it back in. It's important, she can tell, as she places down his cup.]
Here it is hot. You should move the CD and the note away just in case. [See.]
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So he just goes on pretending and takes the cup. ]
Thank you.
[ Putting the CD on his lap now that he's sat down. ]
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You're welcome. [So the CD is now on his lap. He's protecting it, even though she hopes the tea won't hurt him anyway.
She waits for him to drink some of it before--] Are you feeling better? I am sorry I was a little pushy before as well. I don't believe I said it before.
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I am.
[ At least he thinks he is. It feels carthatic being finally able to talk about it. He'll have to deal with the consequences later, but for now... ]
It's fine.
[ At least he didn't explode (yet). ]
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That's good. [She sighs in relief, because the last thing she wanted to was to accidentally make things worse.
And she looks pretty happy that he's forgiven her.]
I am glad.
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Hm.
[ Really, he's out of any remaining capacity for small talk. ]
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She could go now, though another part of her tells her she shouldn't leave him alone, seeing how he was after she came back in. But he's still in the same house, so it's not like she'll be far away.]
Should I leave you to it?
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