three; phone/action; she's at level 3

[lunardialled]

phone; filtered from drones

Mm, I have a few things I'd like to say to a few people.

Meiling? I'll admit it. There are a few things you are better at that than I am. You have a proper green thumb and you're excellent around children

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Action, also at level 3

[gottimedout]

[It was odd hearing noises inside the house again, but given the situation that occurred not too long ago, he wouldn't be surprised if the 'children' were scared to leave the house. He figured Sakuya had it covered-- buuuut it wouldn't hurt to see what was going on. Especially since he needs to take a break himself from his own studies and tests with his magic.

So he'll be stepping out of his study room and making his way for the kitchen. Hopefully she had some tea prepared and sitting around somewhere there.]

perma-level-3-action

[lunardialled]

[The drone kids seem engrossed in a game of Go Fish, so they're not likely to notice anything outside the game. Sakuya's thought ahead on that front.

She's just finished preparing a fresh pot of tea when he walks in, and there are fresh-baked scones on the table. Without even missing a beat, she pours a cup for both of them - jasmine tea, as the case may be - and passes it right over.]

Are things going well?

[At least she hasn't blurted out anything. Yet.]

[gottimedout]

[He accepts the offered tea and gives her a nod to thank her before taking a small sip. Still superb in taste, smooth blend and the right temperature. After making a small noise of approval, he'll lower the cup from his lips and takes in a deep breath.]

Well enough as they can be, I suppose. Trying to further improve things you've already mastered as a side project by researching things by memory, testing the said skills to various things around the house to further the process and thinking of other things to teach to an amateur magician tends to take up a lot of energy and some time. Just another day in paradise.

[He pauses for a moment, feeling like there is something to share himself but... well, timing isn't just right yet for him. So he opts with another thing to tell her.]

This tea is perfect, as always. It's a shame there wasn't anyone like you that had this much skill back in the Magic Kingdom.

[lunardialled]

[She takes a sip of her own as she listens. And oh, she's glad that her tea-making skills have stood the test of time and distance.]

That's one way to put it. My day was a bit of morning practice with the smaller blade this place would have me use instead of sharpened silver, along with the usual household chores. Those are a comfort, in their way.

[Her cheeks flush happily at that compliment.]

Thank you. I was lucky I even found jasmine tea when I was shopping earlier. It's rather ridiculous how hard it is to find decent material to work with.

[She wants to say it, but is holding off for now, until the perfect moment.]

[gottimedout]

Sharpened silver? I'd assume using silver is a personal choice in kitchenware unless there is a more use for them that you know are capable of? But I am glad to see that you are finding a form of peace here in this household.

[He places his teacup on the counter in the kitchen and nods his head.]

Yes, believe me, I know how difficult it is to find both competent materials and people to work with when dealing with a lot of things here. I am just fortunate enough I have both of those within arm's reach thanks to you... which, actually, brings me to another thing I like to discuss with you-- and to a similar topic to the one I'm about to start, you are actually quite attractive and the blush on your cheeks does make you more more... ah, I believe the correct word to use is 'cute', in this case?

[Sob what is playing it smooth? He's always direct and forward even when this feelings thing is weird to him.]

[lunardialled]

More a personal choice in weaponry. I'm trained with throwing knives, but I don't happen to have them with me. I'd hate to let my skills drop.

Mm, I am. There's comfort in routine, in its way, but it goes past that. Worrying things have happened, but...despite those, there's the potential for happiness here.

[Her eyes follow as he sets that teacup down.]

This is very true. It can be trying at best and frustrating at worst, finding the right things to work with when handling things. But - I'm glad I can be that, for you. It makes me happy.

[What is subtlety and playing with the meaning of things? Non-existent, right now.

She's just going to blush a little more, and fiddle a little with her braids.]

I won't lie and say I don't see you in the same light. I...I find you quite attractive, in a way I can't say I've devoted time to before. I've been wondering for a bit if I shouldn't allot more time to it...

[gottimedout]

Is that so? I'd never would have guessed, but I would think it would be appropriate in many ways. I would understand why it would be a factor to keep your skills sharp.

[Right before he could continue much more, hearing those words-- that last sentence rather made him pause in mid-motion.

Oh. Well then. He'll bring his hand to his mouth to cover his cough and also to make his red face more hidden if he could.]

Ah... yes. I do understand what you mean. Although I do enjoy your company, we've only met and known each other for so long... I would think it would be more appropriate to give more time but I do feel the same way. Hence, I tried to keep our relationship within a professional level and not push forward onto it so soon since I would not be sure how you would respond to it. Well, I had the general assumption that it would be too fast and forward of me and I am honestly not too experienced in such matters... much less with someone who would feel the same as I do like this.

[lunardialled]

It's true, it hasn't been very long. Normally, I'd be more cautious about this kind of thing, particularly as I'm not terribly experienced in these matters myself...

[There goes that blush, though she's smiling.]

...forgive me if I'm too bold, or moving too quickly, but if we both feel the same way, then...perhaps we should step things up a level? We don't have to take it too far too fast, but...

[gottimedout]

If that is what you propose then...

[He slides his eyes to the side to avoid eye contact at the moment. Although he isn't one to admit things that he tries to keep personal, today seem to be different than usual.]

Then I have no complaints or disagreements. Although I do admit that I am feeling quite embarrassed and nervous about going through this, but I do not regret anything so long as you are willing to do this then... yes. Let's take this to another step.

[And all the tsun looks. All of the tsuuuuuuun. :T]

[lunardialled]

[Normally, Sakuya keeps her cards just as close to her chest. But this needed to be said, and despite her own nerves, she wants to see this through.

But she's avoiding direct eye contact just as much.]

If I can be perfectly honest...I'm just as nervous, just as flustered. But it felt like the right time to say it. I don't normally say things such as this so openly, even if given the chance.

...I am willing. And happy, even with the embarrassment factor.

[Balanced out by a rare deredere look from her.]

[gottimedout]

[He places a hand on his chin in thought for a moment, pinched his cheek and then pauses again as if to examine something in the air-- which resulted with nothing.]

I don't feel different than usual, barring the odd fact that I am more open than usual, but none of this feels fake or forced. So... this is all in honesty. From my part in any case.

... you do realize what it means to be involved with a magician, don't you?

[lunardialled]

I don't feel different than usual, either, aside from that. It doesn't feel forced on my part, other than I felt like now was the right time to say it when I might have waited before.

[And it's now that she makes eye contact, wanting to make this crystal clear.]

I do know. The magic comes first and foremost, and always will. I don't resent that or begrudge it; to tell you to stop would be like telling you not to breathe. I couldn't possibly ask, nor do I want to.

[gottimedout]

Indeed. Proper timing and everything... [He moves his gaze over to the teacup and then back at her.] I would assume going through a 'date' would be more fitting and appropriate than a casual conversation in the kitchen, but it felt like I couldn't resist or hold myself back for long on saying what I wanted to say.

[He goes quiet for a moment when she said those last words. It was refreshing and actually comforting for him to know that someone understands how the world of the magi works, especially when getting involved in a relationship in any manner. So he'll make his way closer to her and places both hands on her shoulders.]

So long as you know, understand and respect this then I will do the same for you. Although I do not know whom your Master is that you speak of, but I will not deter you to stop serving them as long is it is your choice to follow their command. I'll respect your life's decisions and choices... I may not agree to some of them, but I will support all them should you wish any of my aid from this point on in

[lunardialled]

Perhaps the timing isn't perfect, nor the place, but there's time enough for all of that later. What matters is the feelings, and that we were both ready to talk them out.

[She's not entirely sure how to take that quietness, not at first. But then there's a different look in his eyes, his hands on her shoulders, and she smiles.]I do know. I'm from Gensokyo, after all; a land where things that shouldn't exist do, and magic is the greatest strength we all share. I'm not the same type of magician as the witch in the forest, or the puppeteer, or Patchouli-sama, our elementalist. But I have the utmost respect for it as an art and as a craft