[ she's never been adverse to touch, and even if it weren't affection week, she'd welcome it. she leans into him, making sure none of the wine splashes.
she spins the glass stem in her fingers. ]
I am no stranger to seeing or hearing things like that. All I can do is love and hope that will reach.
[ there is a brief moment where he looks surprised - and his expression melts entirely into softness. most people avoid his face due to the mask and the accompanying scar. the lack of hesitation on her part...
it's enough to make his heart melt ]
... yes.
I think I do see a lot of myself reflected in you. Though for once I think I actually like the view.
elysia leans into his touch a little as she tilts her head. she uses the word date liberally because she's sure most people don't take her seriously, but she'll respond with a little more deliberation. ]
Who would dare break your heart in the first place? [ it's not accusatory, more confused, because yves is so loving. ] I'm fine with what you do or don't want to do, or try. I want to make a beautiful story with the people I care about.
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she spins the glass stem in her fingers. ]
I am no stranger to seeing or hearing things like that. All I can do is love and hope that will reach.
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with a little huff of a laugh, tinged with sadness: ]
I think that makes us two birds of a feather, Ellie...
I'm sure your love reaches others. It's reached me for sure.
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[ as genuine and sincere as ever, she reaches for his hand with her free one. ]
We'll have to fly together, hm?
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I think any sight would be prettier if I got to enjoy it next to you.
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But could any sight be as beautiful as the love you hold?
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and yves just presses a brief kiss to her forehead over her hair, soft ]
Do you ever think that it just sounds like we're trying to sweet talk each other, Ellie?
[ he's at least self-aware ]
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Yeah. Anyone hearing us would probably think that, but I'm only saying what I think. Aren't you, too?
[ she's mostly self-aware. ]
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it's enough to make his heart melt ]
... yes.
I think I do see a lot of myself reflected in you. Though for once I think I actually like the view.
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she moves to set her glass down, so she can properly face him. ]
If I could show you a you that you could love, nothing would make me happier.
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he just smiles ]
I'd rather that you just show me yourself. Whether you're happy or you're sad, strong or at the point of tears—that's all.
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she returns the smile before she wraps her arms around him in a hug. ]
Sure, as long as you do the same. I may be beautiful, but I'm not the most generous.
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Not generous...? How do you mean, Ellie?
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Well, it's hard to have much to give, as we are right now, don't you think?
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they'll be here a while then
but he still looks confused? ]
Is your time and attention not already enough?
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Is that enough for you? If it is, then for all the time we have here, I can be the most generous.
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And I don't mind waiting.
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Oh, I don't think you have to wait too long. You just have to go on a date with me. ♪
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A... date?
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Yeah. A date. What's confusing about it?
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[ without hesitation, and he'll gently cup her cheek. in his honesty: ]
... but it's been a while since I've tried to date. I'd love to get to know you. But I suppose I don't want to get my heart broken again.
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elysia leans into his touch a little as she tilts her head. she uses the word date liberally because she's sure most people don't take her seriously, but she'll respond with a little more deliberation. ]
Who would dare break your heart in the first place? [ it's not accusatory, more confused, because yves is so loving. ] I'm fine with what you do or don't want to do, or try. I want to make a beautiful story with the people I care about.
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yves just smiles then, a little sadly, but it's fine. ]
Then let's get to know each other, and if it's alright with you, it doesn't have to be a date.
I think it would be too easy to fall in love with you.
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it's not fine. elysia doesn't like to see him sad. ]
I think friends can have dates, but I'll honor your sincerity.
[ she won't call hanging out with him a date. she brushes her fingers against his cheek. ]
Are you afraid to fall in love? [ ... ] It's all right. I don't think anyone should fall in love with me.
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he shakes his head ]
The opposite. I want love more than anything else. [ he can be sincere, because she invites it. because he thinks that she won't judge him for it ]
... but what makes you say that?
[ when she is so, so easy to adore? ]
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she doesn't judge him at all. she thinks it suits him, for better or worse. ]
You give so much of it. You should receive as much in return. I don't know how anyone couldn't love you just the same.
[ she smiles. ]
You'll find out why, if you get to know me better.
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