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Yeah. It's a little hard to say when they up and disappear but one thing's certain: where there's newbies, there's bound to be a new assignment.

[ At least that's what he's experienced. But yeah, this definitely isn't a topic he wants to dwell on for too long. After all, this is a festival. The last thing he wants to do is bring the mood down.

Especially around someone like Demyx.

And predictably, he's just as enthusiastic as ever. Once his arm is linked though, he just feels his ears burning all over again. The crowd's around them and he finds himself stepping in closer against the other man's side, almost resting his head against his shoulder. ]

I guess I've got enough time...

[ He could try to bring the mood down if he wanted to, sure; but it wouldn’t stay there. Demyx is simply too carefree for that. (Or harebrained. Whichever.) Eno is quieter, but not annoyed by the other’s exuberance, (which, if the Nobody ever remembers, he’ll surely recognize is rare).

In previous encounters, he’s only ever ultimately failed to get Eno to join him on “adventures” -- and granted, this is only crossing a bridge, but still. Point is he’s not dragging the other with him, like he half-expected to have to, even given the exuded willingness. Furthermore, there’s even a press inward toward him, though Demyx arguably doesn’t notice it until he feels that head nearly... against his shoulder? Apparently.

Wow... no one’s ever gotten close to him like this before, (save for maybe Sakon when they were both pretty blitzed; but this is definitely different). He’d be lying if he said he knew what to do, how to respond; but for once, he’s comfortable with that. With this. Demyx is very, very comfortable with this -- including the way his cheeks feel warm all of a sudden. It’s almost kind of a rush, isn’t it? Not too unlike playing guitar is, for him. ]

Awesome! Just follow me...!

[ Though they’re kinda squashed in like sardines with all these people around. It’s gonna be tough to navigate the crowds as a unit like this, but Demyx wants to see the sights with Eno, so...

He’ll casually, almost thoughtlessly transition from arm-in-arm to hand-in-hand, guiding the other man through the congregation to an open spot he spies on the bridge. ]

[ He'd done it just so he doesn't get accidentally swept away by the crowd and he's thinking of pulling away when he notices what kind of compromising position he's in. But then again, Demyx doesn't seem to mind so... maybe he'll stay there for a while only straightening up as they walk.
It's a pretty thick crowd after all, despite what the bridge is like. So he's relieved to find a nice looser spot for them to hang out on. ]

This place got pretty popular, huh?

[ No doubt it’s incidental; just a byproduct of the overall lack of space they’re left with at the moment. But motives aren’t something Demyx is inclined to spend a lot of time thinking about; not when it’s easier to just enjoy something as it is, taking it at face value.

He’s simple like that. No need to make things complicated, is there?

So as they worm into that open space, he’ll let go of Eno’s hand, keeping it nearby in case there’s a need or want to have it back. That’s not saying much, of course, with the relatively limited space they’re still working with. ]

Yeah, it’s totally jam-packed all of a sudden! I dunno... maybe everyone wants to take in the sights?

[ Except, they’re really not -- the only sights most are taking in are each other’s eyes; maybe lips; perhaps even a bit more. Then again, it’s not like Demyx whatsoever to notice that a good lot of others around them are pretty romantically entangled at the moment, to say the least. ]

[ He's prone to overthinking and worry, he knows this. What if Demyx would rather be hanging out with someone else right now? What if he wasn't being good company? But with the way he's staring into the sky, he can't help but remember their first meeting. No wonder they said the milky way looked like a river.

But he decides to keep his hands folded over the edge of the bridge. ]

Heaven sure throws a lot of parties though... takes a little taking used to.

[ And a sheepish little grin back. ]

Think we should move? We don't have to stay here if it's a little too packed for your tastes.

Yeah, this place totally likes to party!

[ He smiles brightly at that, the unspoken implication being that that’s perfectly fine by him. Then again, Demyx has always been a sociable sort; a ‘the more the merrier’ type, even if he and his volume and exuberance is an acquired taste for some, not always universally-translating across a group of varied personas. ]

Dunno about you, but I can get used to it! And hey, you’re getting better -- you’re at least wading in the water this time!

[ Meaning, at least he’s on the bridge.

...And asking to leave? Already??

Demyx tilts his head some, blinking at Eno. ] Nah! I like it right here. The view’s awesome!

[ But he should think of his guest. ]

Can you see everything?

I just wanted to make sure you didn't think it was way too crowded for you.

[ Because he's fine just where he is, really... he just wanted to make sure his company was fine with it too.

So clearly, they were both thinking of their guest. Eno goes back to staring out though before he speaks, the smallest smile on his lips as he continues to look off. ]

Yeah... this is a pretty amazing view, huh?

[ And he does glance over his shoulder briefly with the smallest smile. ]

The view's definitely pretty good from where I'm standing.

[ Demyx shakes his head almost vigorously. Close contact with other people -- even strangers -- doesn't bother him whatsoever, for some reason. He's more than willing to endure for the right view. Apparently Eno is, too; except... ]

Huh? But you're looking at--...

[ ...oh. A little late to the party as usual, but Demyx gets it now. (Or so he thinks, at least.) That means he... likes looking at him? Wow... it's like out of nowhere, a whole swarm of butterflies started circling around in his belly, tickling him with a pleasant nervousness that, honestly? He's totally comfortable with. He likes Eno; has liked him for a bit now. Maybe... Eno likes him too?

Only one way to find out.

Granted, the Nobody isn't terribly well-versed in "putting moves" on anyone, so this whole damn thing could come out horribly awkward. Still, he steps forward to bring the two of them closer together, a silly, slightly bashful expression on his face; perhaps a faint pinch of color, too. And with steady focus from blue-green eyes, he answers, subtly: ] Mine too.

[ With that, he'll reach for a hand tentatively, seeking to lace fingers. ]

[ Clearly he's been hanging out with Bandou a bit too much that the pickup lines are actually starting to rub off him. To be perfectly honest, he didn't think that was going to work or it would end up making him sound ridiculous but bugger him backwards, it actually worked.

There's an evident look of surprise though as he feels that hand brushing against his and he turns his own to press against Demyx's. Cheeks are definitely burning from both the contact and the compliment tossed right back at him.

So much for wading into water. This is as close to diving right in as he can get. ]

That was... pretty forward, huh...?

Forward? No way!

[ In other words, yeah it worked, albeit barely. Demyx nearly missed a comment so subtle. Blame it on inexperience; on having exactly zero working knowledge of romance, relationships – the lot of it. Most especially pick-up lines like that one.

Which completely explains why Eno gets this blunt reply: ]

I like you. [ Simply that, in the most topical application of the words – he likes Eno. Likes his company, likes talking to him, (and of course, the aesthetics are a complete yes, if that was ever a question). ] So it’s totally not forward!

[ That silly smile grows as he squeezes Eno’s hand just a little. It’s weird, being compelled to do something like this, but it feels startlingly nice. Almost natural. Even for being a first, it's pretty awesome. ]

[ It's weird, yeah. Like he's being compelled to do it, like he feels comfy enough to actually be holding hands with another guy. Were he off the bridge, maybe he wouldn't but there's something in the air that seems to make him feel a little bolder.

Demyx's positive reaction certainly is helping to boost his confidence that he's doing the right thing, too.

But he does stare a bit when he hears that bit. ]

Wait... you... you like me?

[ His cheeks are burning again even as he steps closer, his fingers still linked with the other shinki's. ]

I... I mean I'm glad you don't think it's too forward but... I... didn't think you liked me enough to think it wasn't?

[ Eno you're not making sense. ]

[ That stare earns one in reply, albeit with a couple blinks mixed in. ]

Yeah! Of course I like you! I wouldn't be holding your hand and stuff if I didn't, right? [ He's about to make himself blush as well by admitting that. But, it's the truth.

And that's how easy it can be, when you're Demyx. Of course, he has no idea of the ramifications of saying as much, certainly no 'next steps' planned; but perhaps that only serves to make this all more innocent. They'll figure the rest out as they go -- together, if that's what Eno decides he wants. It can all happen organically. ~~Read: It'll be a lovely disaster.~~

The last comment has the Nobody running it back a couple of times in his head, and perhaps Eno can watch the wheels turn for a moment. Finally, he pauses, only to arrive late, and on a completely different train of thought. ]

So... does this mean you like me, too?

I guess you wouldn't be, huh...?

[ There's a sheepish little grin as he rubs the back of his head with his free hand. But there's the million yen question. His hand shifts slightly as he looks directly at the other man. The gears in his own head are whirring.

His own experience with dating is... minimal, to say the least. He and Bandou are more of a mutual attraction no strings attached-- Bandou. There's someone he has to talk to. But first things first.

He figures things are gonna be different with Demyx though. He's pretty cute after all... and a nice guy to hang around. Definitely more outgoing but that might be a good thing too. ]

Yeah... I think I like you back...

You do?! [ He sounds disbelieving, but he's really just surprised.

Really, really surprised.

Things will be different now, all right -- for better or worse. (Probably both.) Having exactly zero romantic experience to rely on in this venture, he’ll likely fumble through it. A lot. But at least Demyx is well-meaning through his folly.

If nothing else, one could say his heart is in the right place.

Or, it would be. Right now he’s pretty sure it’s in... his throat, maybe? Somewhere around there. And man, his face sure feels hot all of a sudden! The tips of his ears are burning, even. What a rush! Eno likes him! Is this even real life?!

Breathe, Demyx. Remember to breathe. He settles his hand against Eno’s and does just that, even if his face is lit up like a summer sky full of fireworks. ]

So... what now?

[ Do they hug? He kinda wants to hug him. ]

-Overflow- for 015 | Sky Full Of Stars

Demyx

-.- sorry for big tag

you say this like it's a bad thing

hey, sometimes it can be, idk. XD

Never a bad thing to me!

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NO ONE USES PICKUP LINES ON DEMYX

UNTIL TODAY

THEN HERE, TAKE THIS

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