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[toobig]

[For once, Bertholdt is outside of his apartment. This is a very strange thing, considering he's always closed up inside away from everyone. Despite his shyness, even shut ins have to get groceries and Bertholdt had decided to take his work with him, stopping to sit in the park before he heads home. It's not too hot out, which means he won't overheat, around five o'clock in the evening. It's getting a little cooler out generally now anyway.]

[He can be seen sitting on a bench in the park with a thick manuscript in his hands, checking through each page slowly. After a while he'll pause in his work to light a cigarette and relax back against the bench. For anyone who's only known Bertholdt over the Network, it might be alarming to find out that he's 6'5". While he's sitting down, it's apparent that he's really tall regardless.]

[He's not a big talker, but maybe he'll appreciate some company?]

Comments

[schild]

I know you know. [ Ryan smiles a bit. It's not forced anymore. ]

Thanks for listening, Bertl. Thanks for... you know. I was really freaked out. I knew coming to you was a good idea.

[toobig]

Any time.

[He means it.]

You... talked with me the first time I had a bad memory... So why wouldn't I?

[schild]

Right. [ Ryan squeezes Bertholdt's hand. ] As long as we can be here for each other, I think this is gonna turn out fine

[toobig]

Right... It will be.

[Ryan---! gets a kiss on the cheek, and then Bertholdt is blushing like mad.]

[schild]

We'll look out for each other.

[ Even if you do smoke, Bertl. Ryan's totally gonna try and get you to stop... ]

[toobig]

[He kissed your cheek, don't make it about that dude.]

I think... I think we'll be okay.

[schild]

Definitely.

[ Ryan kisses him back, giving Bertl a quick peck on the cheek. ]

[toobig]

[He's still blushing, but he leans against him and... is a little cuddly about it. Being close to other people has always been awkward, but with Ryan? Everything feels just right.]

[schild]

[ Cuddling in the park can these two be any cuter, I think not. Ryan will gladly stay here the rest of the night, by Bertl's side. ]

[toobig]

[Cuddling is totally great, and Bertholdt likes this a lot, but when the street lamps start turning on, he knows they've been here a little too long.]

[He gets nervous, you know. Being out at night isn't the greatest.]

It's getting late...

[schild]

O-oh, right. [ Aw, shoot. Guess that means they have to split. Ryan stands, brushing himself off and offering Bertholdt a smile. ]

Thanks for meeting me out here, Bertl. I won't keep you. Stay safe, okay?

[toobig]

[He picks up his bag, and his bag of groceries, hesitating a moment before reaching to hold Ryan's hand.]

You... you feel better now, right?

[schild]

Yeah. I'm 100% now, thanks to you.

[ Ryan uses that moment's hesitation to walk up and place a quick kiss on Bertholdt's lips. Just a peck. Because... They're dating. It's allowed. ]

actually this face for once

[toobig]

Goo--

[It happened so suddenly, that Bertholdt hadn't had time to react to it. He just stares down at Ryan a moment--]

[Before smiling as his cheeks color brightly.]

I-I'm so glad...

moe bertl

[schild]

Me too.

[ Ryan smiles. He really is grateful for this-- for just being there and listening and taking his mind off the bad stuff. Gosh, what a guy. Ryan feels like quite the lucky guy. ]

Have a safe trip home, okay? I'd walk you, but the station's the opposite way. [ He's assuming of course, but not many people live right in the center of the city. ]

actual moe deredere

[toobig]

[He squeezes his hand, walking out of the park with him at least.]

Right... I'll see you soon?

[schild]

Definitely. Dinner, right? I haven't forgotten.

[ Ryan squeezes back, reluctant to let go... ]

[toobig]

Definitely.

[It's his turn to be bold! But when he leans down to kiss Ryan he just manages to bump their noses together painfully.]

[schild]

[ Aw that's like, the cutest thing. Ryan mutters a quick 'ow' and then starts laughing. ]

Ah well, nice try.

[ He's not even joking, that was adorable. You're so tall, Bertl. ]

Round 2?

[toobig]

Y-yeah...

[At least it wasn't awkward now. Ryan didn't make it awkward...]

[LEANS IN FOR ANOTHER TRY]













[Peck.]

[schild]

[ And Ryan kisses him right back, something soft and sweet before he's stepping back. He figures it's a good idea to take it slow, given they're both running some weird past-live vibes. Don't wanna rush in to things... Even if that seems like a totally attractive idea. ]

I'll see you later, Bertl.

[toobig]

Bye, Ryan. [The right name this time! He's really trying to not call him Reiner by accident again.]

I'll see you soon.