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Post by Natasha on Oct 12, 2015 9:08:38 GMT
Leading Ai along, it took a good while for Natasha to lead the way back to the residential section of Chaldea; let alone her own room – while her gentle pace might seem frustrating to others, she hadn’t much choice given her disability. There wasn’t really any kind of hurry in her world; merely being on time or being early; with the rhythmic tapping of her cane just serving to remind the rest of Chaldea of the fact. While it could be inconvenient at times, the approach did have its advantages… for one, she suited the part of a lady even more with such a dignified pace! Honestly, she had never really thought of herself as such a noble, but the more people said that sort of thing the more she wanted to play along…
Silently coming to a stop before one of the steel hall’s many doors, Natasha daintily tapped in the room’s access code before sliding the door open. It had taken a while to get used to the complex’s new approach of passcodes rather than keys, but in her opinion it was for the better – skirts nor blouses were known for their pockets, which had left her just carrying it in her hair ribbon rather than anywhere convenient. Glancing to her side where she assumed Ai was standing, the lady gave a quaint little nod. ”I should only be a moment, so feel free to wait outside if you would prefer. But, you’re welcome to come in, too; I just can’t promise that you’ll find it exceptionally homely.”
Natasha’s room was rather sparsely decorated, admittedly – though perhaps that was unsurprising given her blind nature. Besides stacks of books neatly placed along the walls and a set of pot plants taking up a desk, very little was out of the ordinary in the room on first glance; beyond a somewhat more luxurious set of covers on both the bed and chairs. However, there was plenty hidden away in the room’s wardrobe and cupboards, as Natasha would promptly reveal as she danced between them for what she wanted. A bizarre array of colourful clothes and costumes, a suspiciously large and exceptionally varied supply of snacks and drinks, all kinds of odd weaving and herbal tools, a wide selection of teas… it was all rather weird, and perhaps even more so in how Natasha seemed to know where every little thing she was looking for was amongst it all.
In only a few minutes, a basket was filled with all kinds of things; albeit predominantly more tea than any person could possibly drink in one night and a wide range of bathroom products; alongside a pair of… something, which Natasha had almost immediately covered with a small cloth – something secret, it seemed. Seeming satisfied as she ran her hands over her supplies, the lady continued her little dervish of this and that as Ai’s arms would be promptly filled with a pillow that was far, far too soft for something that wasn’t currently a liquid; whilst a thick blanket was carefully folded and stowed under the blonde’s cane-carrying arm.
”Alright, that should be all. My apologies for keeping you waiting.” remarked the lady, albeit seeming a bit tense compared to before – but, she seemed to suddenly relax. ”Ah, I almost forgot. Just one more moment, dear.” added Natasha hastily, whizzing around the room one more time… solely so she could water her little collection of plants in their pots; using a tiny watering can to boot. One had to wonder if she was merely a victim of Chaldea’s restrictions, or if she was just a bit too lonely… she’d probably have a stack of cats if she could get away with it. ”Now, lead the way, Ai; I should be all set.”
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Post by ai on Oct 13, 2015 15:23:37 GMT
All of the new experiences that Ai was living were like a miracle for her, her new friend Natasha had already accepted to stay the night with her and she was so excited to know more about her that she couldn't really hide her emotions no matter how hard she tried. The little time they spent in the supply warehouse was very meaningful for Ai and she would do anything in her hands to keep their friendship the way it is now.
After they had their first mission finished both of them were now on their way to Natasha's room, of course at a slow pace due Natasha's disable but it wasn't really a bother for Ai, spending time with her was more than enough as she continued to walk along side with her with a smile on her face. Ai's not a good person with words when it comes to strangers and although she felt somehow safe around Natasha, the whole trip to her room was rather quiet, not awkward in anyways but rather silent.. You could guess it works for them somehow right?
It's fine, I'll wait here... After arriving Natasha's room, Ai was asked to come inside or wait outside. Ai was flustered enough to be near someone else's room, she did want to take a quick peek but it would've been a bit disrespectful considering Natasha's condition. Some would find this reason rather silly but that's just the way Ai sees the world around her.
Natasha didn't really take too long on preparing the things that she needed for the sleep over, the moment she stepped out her door Ai was waiting patiently with a big smile on her face but the smile changed as she went back in, asking Ai to wait just a bit more... She seemed to had everything she needed... I wonder what did she forget?... But her thoughts were quickly interrupted as Natasha came out of her room again, she seemed excited too about the plans for the night and that made Ai happier than she already was.
Alright!... And without hesitation, Ai grabbed Natasha's hand, pulling her gently with her as they were now heading towards Ai's room... I hope you didn't forget anything... and also I hope my room's of your liking! hehehe ... Her excitement was more than obvious, she was not even trying to hide it at all, even her laugh was a bit too nervous. Ai was having a weird feeling inside of her but with no experience in the subject she would rather find out later than ask about it. Her stubbornness yet again striking the best out of her.
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Post by Natasha on Oct 14, 2015 3:27:39 GMT
Pleased to find Ai being at least able to restrain her less-than-subtle enthusiasm enough to not go galloping into her room, Natasha daintily shut and locked her door with a practiced movement before being swept up in her unlikely partner’s grip again; bemused once more by the small girl’s energy. At this point she’d just resigned herself to the fact she was going to end up dragged about by her hand all the time… well, at least it made her own life a bit easy. Perhaps Ai was less of a puppy and more of a seeing-eye dog, hoho. Though, honestly, Natasha was a bit more of a cat person… oh well, maybe she could teach her to purr or something.
”I’m sure your room will be perfectly fine; Chaldea does a good job taking care of its people. And honestly, don’t worry about me too much… it’d be a real worry if I couldn’t take of myself when I’m twenty eight, ahahah.” joked Natasha somewhat half-heartedly; trying to just calm Ai a bit – if she kept up this mood, then as soon as anything went wrong the Russian would probably have to spend the night consoling her instead! It was a bit scary, but reminded her too much of herself for her to complain.
”So, Ai… do you have any particular hobbies? Or have you had to give up most of them up when coming to Chaldea?” asked Natasha idly as they walked; hoping she wouldn’t have to make too much small-talk before they got to her unlikely partner’s room – despite her dignity, she really wasn’t that good at this sort of thing. ”I will admit Chaldea isn’t the most considerate of such things given how remote the location is…”
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Post by ai on Oct 14, 2015 16:22:19 GMT
The way from Natasha's room to Ai's room was not that long, or maybe it was and Ai was having much fun to realize. Natasha was a really kind person to be around with and Ai felt very comfortable being herself with her. After openning the door to her room, Ai exclaimed ... Please try to feel like if you were at your own home... There's not really much in my room but I'll do my best to not bore you out! ... She was actually trying hard to keep her new friend close, she'd be heartbroken if she pissed her off or if she didn't want to hang around with her anymore.
So she's 28... wow... and yet she looks so young and pretty... Ai thought after taking a closer look at her... Her face flustered and before she knew it, she had dragged Natasha inside her room.
Ai took a deep breath and after closing the room, she moved to the kitchen looking for some snacks to prepare for the rest of the day.
A tiring day of work must be rewarded right? Hehe! ... I wonder if I can become a good wife like this...
And yet again before she knew it, she got lost in her thoughts while speaking out loud to her friend, a clearly embarrassing moment for Ai but she was unaware about it.
A hobby?... No, I don't have any... you?
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Post by Natasha on Oct 14, 2015 22:21:16 GMT
Although she seemed a lot calmer than Ai, Natasha wasn’t entirely confident herself – though her concerns were very different. Perhaps the girl was getting so nervous because she had some bizarre hobby, or maybe there was something she could see that Natasha probably wished she could. Was there something on her face? Erk, this was just getting worrying now. Still, by the sounds of things everything was normal so far… well, aside from Ai’s crippling shyness, but that seemed to be a given at this point. Unable to really get a feel for the room without looking especially weird, Natasha just decided to stand and wait patiently.
However, she was quite quickly distracted by the sounds and scents of Ai’s shuffling through treats; visibly perking up over the matter. It was perhaps a bit bizarre for her glassy eyes to brighten up in such a way given how stoic she could often seem; as most facial expressions were a bit lost on her. ”Oh! Are you cooking, Ai?” asked the lady suddenly, eyes sparkling; ”I could never argue with something to eat! Thank you!”
Her enthusiasm simmered down as she heard Ai’s other musings, though; unable to help but indulge in her noble giggle again as the smaller girl made her unintentional comment. ”Ohoho, isn’t it a bit early to be proposing? I guess I can’t say no if you’ve already invited me in… tsk, you’re slyer than you seem, Ai.” remarked Natasha with an idle shrug, probably teasing the poor thing too much; but she could hardly pass on such a perfect chance. ”So long as I get to wear the suit, dear.”
”Hm, but my hobbies?” began the blonde again; deciding to not let Ai have a chance to sulk over her slip too much; ”I like fashion a lot, despite my blindness… oh, I like plants, too; though I’d rather have a pet… um, does eating count as a hobby? Being a gourmand, I suppose? Oh, and I do read quite a lot…”
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Post by ai on Oct 15, 2015 8:12:34 GMT
Ai's skills for cooking were okay but she didn't really feel like cooking today, some sweets and chocolates she had stored in a special gabinet was what she had planned to use for now and a proper dinner later on the night.
Nono! I'll cook later don't worry, I'm just taking out some sweets that I had reserved for us!... You do like sweets right?... questioned the small girl in the kitchen while staring at Natasha.
The smile on her face would quikly fade away and be replaced by embarrassment as soon as Natasha mentioned a proposal, could it be that she mistook Ai's words for that of a formal proposal? Not that she had any experience with girls or guys before and nor that she felt it was right or wrong, this was actually a new thing for her but it was not a feeling she disliked at all, still, Ai was blessed (Or rather cursed) with a stubbornness personality. She couldn't just accept Natasha's words as she replied almost instantly at her.
N-NO! YOU GOT IT ALL WRONG!!!... her words trying to mean disgust or angryness, by the tone of her voice meant denial and a sense of mystery to her true intentions. Of course, not that anyone with enough experience in the area wouldn't notice so easily.
Ai's also bad at hiding her emotions, now more than ever when it involves someone as intuitive and smart as Natasha, when she was talking about her hobbies Ai got impressed as she didn't really have any, just to be covered up by Ai's clumsyness of speaking her thoughts out loud without noticing.
If she says eating is a hobby for her then I could practice harder and take cooking as a hobby... Then if I get her approval I'll be ready to be a good wife one day! Hehe..
Little did she know what she was getting into as her fate was slowly getting deeper and deeper in Natasha's grasp.
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Post by Natasha on Oct 16, 2015 0:39:55 GMT
Unsurprisingly the promise of cooking and sweets was more than enough to make Natasha perk up even more – it was almost like her hair ribbon was standing up like ears; she looked just like an excited cat. ”I see, I see! Of course, I love sweets. Butterscotch is my favourite! Oh, but milk chocolate is lovely too… hm, but dark chocolate and red wine? That probably wins out… and, white chocolate is a nice treat on a warm evening, so… they’re all good! Anything’s good!” chirped the blonde, glassy eyes sparkling in Ai’s general direction. The very hint of food seemed to have made her attitude take a complete turn…
But, alas; such a distraction would not save Ai from a miserable fate brought upon by her poorly chosen words. The girl’s loud denial of Natasha’s teasing did nothing to dissuade the lady, her sunny smile becoming more of a smirk instead. ”Hoho… if you get my approval, I don’t think you’ll have a chance of being a good wife. I’d make you mine before you can even think of slipping away, dear.” she mused, amused by the thought – she hadn’t cared much for the idea of a long-term relationship, let alone with a girl, but this was proving far too entertaining to pass up. Besides, the image of having an adorable girl playing housewife for her wasn’t unappealing… would she feed her grapes while she lounged, too?
”But, you shouldn’t get so stressed about the future. Hobbies should be something you enjoy; something for yourself! I don’t doubt that there’s some who simply make others’ enjoyment their hobby, but I imagine most people have their own desires instead… so, what do you enjoy, Ai?” asked Natasha, gently drifting around the room as if she was bored – in truth, she was just feeling her way around like anyone else would just look around. ”Hum, I feel a bit rude just floating around like this, though… is there anything I can help you with? Would you like me to make some tea or something?”
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Post by ai on Oct 17, 2015 1:03:39 GMT
Sadly after everything Natasha mentioned, Ai only had in her hands white chocolate and black chocolate to give, the butterscotch was Ai's favorite too and she was not going to share it, as for the wine she's never had alcohol before but she's heard of it.
I'm afraid I only have white and black chocolate with me Natasha... I hope that's enough... said the girl with a little discontent in her voice... I don't have wine either because I've never drank alcohol in my life... her voiced becoming a bit lower almost leading to an awkward silence but before that could have happened, Natasha's words as always now makes Ai's heart skip a beat, a feeling she's yet to understand but so warm inside her that's slowly making her crave for more of it.
M-make me yours?... Those words echoed in Ai's head, her heart beating a bit faster than usual and her cheeks getting red. I'm already her friend... but she said “make you mine”... does that means as owning me?... so does she sees me as an object?...or...can... no...but....c...can two girls really be together in..t-that way...?...nononono.... she must be joking! Yes that's what it is!
But the rest of Natasha's words were not even reaching Ai's head, she couldn't get the words out of her mind, could she really be falling in love for another girl? Ai kept questioning it for a few moments until she decided to find out herself. By approaching Natasha carefully she walked just close enough to her, the difference on their sizes were notable as Ai had to literally look up to make eye contact with Natasha. The girl standing in front of her was waiting for something to help around with but Ai had something else in mind, Ai had to be completely sure that Natasha meant her words in a friendly way and not in a romantic way. If they were meant in a romantic way then Ai wouldn't know how to deal with it but given the circumstances and how close she kept growing more close to her she would end up accepting her feelings.
N-n-n-natasha... I have a question for you... do...do..d...d...do... she took a deep breath to be able to gain some courage even if it lasted for a few seconds, and as close as 1 step from Natasha she threw the question right at her.
DO YOU LIKE ME?! ... Ai's voice trembling as she shouted but not that laugh to cause pain to Natasha, she was shaking of embarrassment a little bit and even though her friend was blind she didn't really had the guts to look at her face in that moment, with nothing else to say and nothing else she could possibly do Ai just stood there waiting for her reply on her question.
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Post by Natasha on Oct 17, 2015 4:29:14 GMT
Ai’s approach was noticed by Natasha, thankfully; turning to face the sound of her movement; although it’d lead to a somewhat awkward situation where Ai was looking up at the lady whilst she just sort of stared ahead…. Well, she’d at least re-aim her gaze once the shorter girl spoke up, seeming a bit bemused by the approach. ”Hm? What’s on your mind, Ai?” asked Natasha, experimentally outstretching a hand – was she maybe trying to give her something to help with? Tilting her head to one side, the blonde just looked a bit amused by the situation. Unsurprisingly, though; she wasn’t quite ready for what Ai then proceeded to yell at her.
While seeming briefly taken aback, the lady quickly attempted to regain her composure – with mixed success, given that pensive expression on her face. She hadn’t really been met with this sort of response before… usually her part in the social world of Chaldea was mostly just harmless teasing or a somewhat troublesome reputation. Was she taking this too seriously? Was Natasha not taking this seriously enough? It was neither here nor there, wasn’t it? Regardless, the question was out there now… honestly, with Ai’s reaction she felt like she’d kicked a puppy or something. Err, was she not that interested…?
”Well… I certainly think so. You’re cute and charming, and your features certainly seem pleasant from what I’ve felt. I suppose that’s a rather superficial approach, but we have only just met. But, yes; I suppose I do like you.” replied the Russian quaintly, gently brightening back up to her usual sunny smile – however, it was quickly cut off; as her leering eyes made it more akin to a devilish smirk. ”You’re more entertaining than the others, so I don’t see why I shouldn’t think about making you mine… I don’t like to share, to be honest. But, is there maybe someone else who’s on your mind…? It would be a bit too cruel of me to trample your own wishes, dear…”
”But, don’t think I’m too understanding. If you say there’s no one else, I really will take you for myself. Consider this your last chance to run away from the lion’s jaws, ahahah.” mused the lady, gently bending down towards Ai… although she was lowering herself, that deviant gaze of hers just made her seem all the more intimidating. A wicked queen and her pure little princess… yes, she could get used to this! She did feel a bit mean, but… she wasn’t about to let this chance slip away! And she got the feeling Ai wasn’t entirely opposed to the treatment, either… no one acted that cutesy by accident, surely.
Gently extending a hand, Natasha just seemed all the more devilish with her mannerisms. ”I suppose this is a lot to ask from a first date, but you did drag a lady home. That leaves some implications in mind, you know. It’s best you learn now rather than later, don’t you think?” said the blonde, returning to a more genuine smile again; raising herself out of her lean a little bit. ”Well, I can promise I’ll teach you a lot if you play along with me… fufufu…~”
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Post by ai on Oct 18, 2015 2:50:38 GMT
Natasha's voice sounded more serious than ever, Ai was just close enough for her to be taken in her arms and god knows what else might have happened but instead, she recieved a strong response in return. A romantic confession made by the girl whom she had just met, could it be selfishness? Real feelings? Can someone like her really like someone like Ai?
For me.. to like someone else?... Ai didn't really give thought about it, but to be honest there wasn't really anyone in her mind but Natasha that she could think of. Even the idea of liking someone else made her feel somehow annoyed.... Of course I don't like anyone else!!!... But as quick as she answered she also realized that what she said could be interpreted in a lot of ways.
Blushing and embarrassed, Ai didn't know what else to do but walk back, as if looking for a way to retreat while she could, unfortunately for her as she stepped back her back had reached the wall of her room, just a few steps between her and Natasha but for some reason, Ai was not moving. She was not scared nor panicking, maybe Ai didn't want to move at all... but it wouldn't be Ai the one to make a first move.
She's right... I did drag a lady home but... but... as friends... this is what friends do right?... her fingers carefully touching her lips as she looked down, unable to face Natasha... But why is my heart beating so fast?...Learn what?... What am I supposed to learn?... but also.. I did ask her if she liked me... and she does... do...do I like her too?... The silence in the room were more and more clear, almost audible for someone like Natasha to hear Ai's heartbeat, a heartbeat of one that's in love and express excitement for the ones they like and care for... If I wanted to run... if I wanted to escape right now it is my chance but... Why aren't my legs moving?... Why isn't my body responding?...Have I really foun...no...no...or..maybe yes?...Could it be that.... my first love is a girl?...
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