something about a headphone actor

[drawitagain]

WHO: Haruka Kokonose and Takane Enomoto
WHAT: Takane invites Haruka over to her house to play a sweet video game she echoed back.
WHEN: April 4th, mayhaps?
WHERE: Takane's house
WARNINGS: Tsundere

[It had been a long time since Haruka had felt this excited. Living a life that essentially forced him to forever abstain from video games, he was finally going to get to play one for more than a few minutes here and there. And not just any video game, some kind of incredible game that Takane had received through her echoes. A one of a kind! If that wasn't enough to leave him laying sleeplessly in his bed the night before, the fact that he'd get to see Takane's room after all this time, was. Hopefully his parents would believe that he was merely "helping her study."

The next day, as soon as Takane would come home from school, Haruka would be waiting in front of her house for him. Even though the march air is quickly warming into springtime, Haruka is still affixed with a scarf. Even so much as waiting outside for a few minutes needed extra precaution when it comes to Haruka's fragile state. As soon as the two make it inside, Haruka has an enormous grin plastered across his face as he pulls off his jacket and scarf..]

I was beginning to think you'd never show up! Well then, I guess we're heading to your room this time, huh?

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[tatatarata]

I could've just come and gotten you at your house you know. Then you wouldn't've had to wait outside.

...But yes. We are.

[drawitagain]

We didn't have time for that! We have mystical video games to play!

[Gringringrin. He gestures his arm out towards her.]

Lead the way!

[tatatarata]

It would've still been there. You could've gotten sick like an idiot.

[But she starts up the stairs with a sigh.]

[drawitagain]

Hey...A little chilly weather isn't enough to get the best of me! [He almost makes a joke about his own health, but realizes that would probably just make her feel guilty that he waited for her.]

My excitement kept me warm, you know? I get to hang out in Takane's room!

[tatatarata]

It's really not that big of a deal.

[Says the girl that's blushing now, but.]

[drawitagain]

Sorry, sorry! I know, I'm just in a good mood.

[He'll follow her up to her door obediently.]

I just hope you can forgive me if I'm bad at this game, I've barely even ever held a joypad.

[tatatarata]

[She gives him A Look at joypad, but rather than commenting on it opens her door with a sigh. He'll probably be quick to notice all the gaming stuff she's never let him see before.]

Playing against you probably wouldn't be much of a challenge for me regardless. No offense.

[drawitagain]

[It only takes a few seconds for Haruka to be in complete awe. All of this gaming paraphernalia...Could it really be Takane's room?]

Woah! Your room...

[He paces around a bit, getting a good look at everything.]

Look at all of this gaming gear...Is this really all yours...?

[tatatarata]

Well, considering my dad's job, it's really not that weird...right?

[drawitagain]

[He gives her a momentary confused look.]

Weird...?

It's not weird. It's awesome! All of this stuff is so cool!

[He flies around her room, inspecting all her gadgets and do-dads.]

With all of this stuff, there must be no way anyone can beat you!

[He grins at her. He is so excited about all of this.]

How come you never showed me any of this?

[tatatarata]

Why, does it really bother you that much...?

[Is he going to be mad at her for hiding it. Shit.]

[drawitagain]

[He stares at her for a few moments, kind of dumbfounded. Bother him? What does she think?]

Huh?

No no, I just don't know why you wouldn't have told me! It's not like this is anything embarrassing...I think your room is awesome, Takane! I think it's so cool that you have all this stuff. I mean, look at this place! We could have been having so much fun!

I mean, okay, I know my parents probably wouldn't approve of me playing all these games with you, but what teenager has to stick to all the rules all of the time, you know?

[tatatarata]

[It takes her a minute to process all of that and decide how she wants to respond...she can't actually answer his question, after all.]

...Well, it's not like that matters anymore, since you're seeing it now...

[drawitagain]

1I know, I know...Better late than never, after al!

But! You have to promise to show me all of it in action sometime, deal? Even if I can't play, I'd love to watch you, Takane! [Gringringrin]

[tatatarata]

Do you really think it would be that interesting?

[drawitagain]

Of course! I bet you're so good! It'd be like watching Bob Ross paint, but with video games!

[A loud, carefree laugh.] Sorry! I guess that's putting a bit of pressure on you!

[tatatarata]

I'm sure I can live up to your expectations, so it's not a problem.

[drawitagain]

[Gringrin]

That's a good attitude to have! [He swings himself around, scanning the room once more.]

So, where are we gonna play the game you got?

[tatatarata]

Gimme a second.

[Points to her bed to indicate that he should sit down while she scrambles to set shit up.]

[drawitagain]

You want me on the bed? Alright! [Haruka does as she says and plops himself down on her bed, laying back on it almost immediately.]

Oh wow, your bed is so much comfier than mine. No wonder you hang out in here so much! [A laugh, followed by a rather loud yawn.]

Let me know when you're done...

[tatatarata]

Don't fall asleep in there!

[she hears that yawn SHE JUST MEANT SIT ON IT THIS IS TOO FAR.]

[drawitagain]

[He laughs it off, lifting one of his hands and waving it at her.]

Don't worry, don't worry! I came here to play video game after all!

...We can always save napping for later, anyways!

[tatatarata]

...I'll make you go home before I do that.

[Because as he's definitely learned by now she needs a nap not long after school.]

[drawitagain]

[Are you sure you'll have time to with the way you fall asleep, Takane? He fakes a pout.]

Booo, so mean, Takane. You have this comfy bed and you're not even willing to share it a little!
[Let's take a moment to realize that Haruka is dumb and naive and has no idea about the implications of what he just said.]

[tatatarata]

What?!

[CHOKES ON SPIT AND SCREAMS INTERNALLY.]

I mean, you'll get over it...!