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[stilldontgotit]

[...okay, so when was the last time he did this? Three years ago? ...ha. Right. It's really been three years since he came to Luceti.

Well, after a few moments of just staring into the journal, Riku clears his throat and decides to speak up.]

You know, it's been three years since I came here, but it feels like I'm just going through the motions. Everything's just so routine. Maybe I'm just not making enough effort to shake things up. Hard to say, but...

[Heh.]

Okay, you know what? I think I should just get to the point. So... yeah, name's Riku, and I'd say I'm in need of some friends. Yes, Kairi, I'm actually doing this by choice this time.

[Because last time was just awkward.]

And for anyone else who's been here a while, got any pointers for keeping busy long term? I know at least some of you keep pretty busy. Heck, if any newcomers have pointers, I'll take just about anything right now.

[OOC: WARNING. Thread with Ino veers slightly into nsfw territory.]

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[voice]

[floralogy]

[But she keeps her cool when she responds. Not gonna let you wiiin.]

That's good. And here I thought I'd have to set aside some fun plans if you answered otherwise.

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

Plans, huh? Like what, exactly?

[Share your knowledge, Ino. He's a curious 'ku now.]

[voice]

[floralogy]

It involves going to the beach.

[Just that. He knows what she meant.]

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

Oh, I know where this is going.

[Heh, heh.]

And I bet sunscreen's a part of your plan.

[voice]

[floralogy]

Not initially, but if you want... [And she trails off, letting that idea sink in. Read her mind, Riku. She knows she's not the only one who has that ability in this relationship.]

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

Hmmm...

[And have a dramatic pause.]

I bet you'd like that, wouldn't you?

[A beat.]

Good thing I keep some on-hand.

[voice] 1/2

[floralogy]

[RIKU WHAT IS THAT COME BACK AKJGSHD]

[voice]

[floralogy]

[Keeping her calm. Keeping her calm.]

You naughty boy.

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

[...erp. Okay, maybe that did come out a little more suggestive than he intended, but it's cool. He'll totally just roll with it.]

Well, you wouldn't want to get sunburned, right?

[voice]

[floralogy]

True. [She somehow knew he'd say that. Oh, Riku.] I just didn't expect you'd say it like that.

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

I've picked up a thing or two.

[C'mon, Ino, you know you like it.]

Besides, I know how much fun you had last time.

[voice]

[floralogy]

[She does.]

Don't tell me you didn't.

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

But I think it'd be different this time around. Last time, we weren't exactly this close.

[Leading to a lot of awkward. And inner conflict, doncha know?]

[voice]

[floralogy]

You'd enjoy more this time, I bet?

[Oh, she knows. She underwent the same thing, after all. Now, she's just excited for this one.]

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

I'd say that's an understatement.

[...Yep, he's still at it with the snark.]

[voice]

[floralogy]

Really now? Is this because you're also required to apply sunscreen on me?

[Let's see how he respond to this.]

[voice] 1/2

[stilldontgotit]

[...Darn it, Ino. Suddenly the tides have changed!

Because now that's... all he can think about. Hormones, they are the worst.]

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

Or maybe I just want to spend the day with you. Alone.

[There, something sappy.]

[voice]

[floralogy]

[VICTOLY!!! Okay, but since he said something sappy like that, she'll return the favor.]

I think the feeling's entirely mutual. [And a light giggle.] Not that, you know, we don't spend moments alone.

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

So, when do you want to go? I've got plenty of time to burn.

[And... not a whole lot going on. Go figure!]

[voice]

[floralogy]

I'll be free later, if you want.

[Like him, she also has time to burn.]

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

Hey, just name your time and place, and I'm there.

[It's a nice enough day, after all.]

[voice]

[floralogy]

Later in the afternoon by the fountain. We can just walk to the beach after we meet.

[Good enough plan?]

[voice]

[stilldontgotit]

Sounds good to me. Guess I'll see you in a bit?

[He might pack something to snack on for good measure, though. Because, hey, why not make a day of it?]

[voice]

[floralogy]

Of course, you will!

[Snacks are good as long as they won't make her fat.]