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Who: Jae-Ha (

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What: This is how he deals with boredom
When: April 17th
Where: Everyone's temples in the far shore, some random tall building in the near shore, around in general
Warnings: Jae-Ha is a flirt but otherwise nah

A. Various Temples (including yours!)

[It was always so freeing to soar around using his right leg like this. He kicks off from the ground, takes off, and it's like he's flying. Who wouldn't love a power like this? No matter how conflicting the meaning behind having it is, or the feelings that come with it— he loves this power.

It's also very convenient for travel. It hasn't been too long since he's arrived in the far shore, but he's already feeling a bit lonely. As much as he may want to call himself a loner, he longs for company and interactions, and lingering in the crowds of the near shore is often more depressing than not. How can he have fun if he's barely noticed? So, today, he's taken to visiting every temple he can.

It starts with him falling from the sky right into the yard. He won't crash into anyone, thankfully, but anyone outside will probably get a gust of wind from how fast he falls. He stands, straightens himself and waves, if there's a person to greet. If not? He'll walk right on up to the temple door and knock.]

[It's not so weird if they're all in the same position, right?]

B. Thinking on rooftops ig

[What Jae-Ha is doing is so odd that even some mortals have begun to notice. Perched on an under construction building that's very tall, he dangles his legs off the side of an unfinished wall and kicks them a bit. He's lounging comfortably, despite the occasional points up at him, and doesn't seem to notice that he's causing the start of a commotion.

There are rooftops that can be accessed nearby, and he can hear shouting from the ground if anyone were to do it, but for now he's lost in his thoughts staring at the clouds that pass by. This is a fine casual activity.]

C. Wildcard

[And of course, feel free to see him around in the middle of all of this, or at night time he does like to drink! So either in a bar or with some alcohol in quiet spots like next to some docks, on a hill, maybe on another rooftop. The usual.]

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[ He'll find himself splashing in water, maybe. Because Sanae's temple is above a holy, still spring, constructed on high stilts. His entrance is something that's the least expected in this quite place. If he's taken a dip into the water, he's probably the first person to do so since it first appeared. ]

----You came from nowhere! [ She exclaims, rushing over the edge of one of the bridges.

But more importantly: ] Are you okay?! [ If it means anything, Sanae is holding a box of pocky in her left hand. She had been snacking while touring her new home! A visitor is the last thing she expects! ]

[He tries not to swim with his robe on. He hadn't been expecting so much water around the next temple he found, but he'd been determined to make it! So, he touches down just at the very edge of one of the bridges, holding his arms out to balance his landing so he doesn't fall in.

He's peering down at the water below when Sanae approaches from behind, and he turns to face her with a smile.]

Hello, hello! I'm as fine as ever. I thought I'd take a stroll. What about you?

[ Well.

Okay, looks like he is fine! ] Oh, um. I'm taking a stroll as well!

Except my "stroll" doesn't include falling from up above. [ She has to wonder if this is normal for him. She coughs into her hand, and then smiles. ] Welcome to my temple! My name is Sanae. [ Have a bow. ]

[It's a lovely temple, and there's a lovely girl to greet him, as well? This really is a nice stop! He moves just close enough to take her free hand in his, holding it up gently as he meets her eyes.]

It's lovely to meet you, Sanae dear. Your beauty was so striking, I fell out of the very heavens. [That doesn't work when they're here already, but it's fine.] But don't worry. You kept my heart light enough that it didn't hurt at all.

[ .......OH no. Her hand is taken and now their eyes are meeting with a handsome young man?

And he's saying all of these sweet things to her???! ] Ah--

[ He'll get exactly what he probably expects of her. A rosy blush, a shy look in her eyes, and a stammer in protest. No one gives her compliments like that! Especially of her appearance! ] Th-that's very kind of you to say! [ She believes that everything he's said is sincere and not a ploy. Her hand tightens nervously in his. ] But surely you must be speaking of someone else, um-- [ Glancing around. NOPE, no one else is here. Back to looking at him, but nope, can't do that either because he's too close and making her flush further! ] I...I-I mean..... [ MEANIE, giving her the doki-dokis.

Oh, she knows what to do! Releasing his hand she takes a step back and bows. ] ---I apologize for making you fall out of the heavens! If there's anything I can do--

[Ah, she's cute. Of course everything he says is something that he believes sincerely. He's a gentleman, even if he's a flirt, and all women are beautiful! Why shouldn't they be told so? He laughs lightly, bringing his hand back to himself once it's freed and touching it to his chin.]

Your company is more than enough. Shall we get to know one another, Sanae? You can call me Jae-Ha. Is this your temple? It's almost as lovely as you.

[ Fuuuuuck he's smooth. Or maybe Sanae is just that susceptible to things like this. Probably both. ] M-...mm! It is my temple. [ Oh gosh he's making her feel so self conscious. Is she actually lovely? Is she pretty? She doesn't know, she didn't even manage to do her hair today! Not that she tends to bother, because it does what the wind wants. ]

Although, ...I wouldn't say that it's my home yet. [ She takes a breath in order to try to calm herself. ] It's so grand! I'm not used to such a place. It feels too nice for someone who used to be a priestess. [ She's used to much humbler things. ]

Really? To do work for the heavens, wouldn't it make sense that you're rewarded with such a nice place?

[Maybe. In a way... He places a hand calmly on his hip as he watches her with an everlasting warm smile.] They say a god's temple reflects his or her self.

[ Well she's never heard of that saying, but she'll take it as one. It does get her to think for a moment, and he'll see that her brow knits slightly when she ponders. ] Is that so... [ She looks out to the temple and the spring. It's a beautiful place, there's no doubt about that. And it's also quiet. Peaceful. There are hardly any ripples, even from the waterfall on the opposite side of the complex.

And in its isolation, it seems like a very lonely place.

Sanae steps towards one of the painted railings, looking out towards the shrine. Privately, she thinks it's too beautiful to reflect herself. ] ...If this is a reward, I'd rather share it with others. After all, if the heavens can bring such a lovely place, it wouldn't be good to keep it away from those who need a retreat. [ She looks back to him, finally relaxed in his presence. ] ---And so, you are welcome anytime, Jae-Ha, if you are in need of food or shelter. [ As if to emphasize this point, she holds out the box of pocky to him to take one. ]

That's awfully kind of you, Sanae dear. Why don't we exchange numbers so we can become friends?

[He's learned about phones, now! A great invention. He can keep in touch with all of his cute new friends. He reaches out curiously to take one of these chocolate covered sticks, though, holding it up curiously.]

What is this, exactly?

You've never had pocky?! Ah, well then you simply must have one! Or three! Or five! [ In fact she'll offer the whole box to him.

Oh boy she gets to be the firs to introduce to him the wonders of pocky?! ] This... is called pocky. It's a chocolate covered biscuit stick! You hold it by the not-chocolate covered end and eat it! I won't exchange phone numbers until you've tried some pocky.

That's a convincing argument if I ever heard one. Let's see...

[He holds the box with one hand as he nibbles a bit off the top of the stick he's holding with his other. Oh... it is good! He brightens as he takes another bite.]

How tasty! It's a rather unique name, though... Is it your favorite?

They're one of my favorite snacks, yes. [ A laugh. ] I actually haven't had one of these in about seven years! [ She moved from the modern world to an alternate 1800's something-or-other-dimension of Japan. ] But what I missed most about them is...

[ A pause, and she tucks some of her hair behind her ear as she states gently, ] ...Is that they're perfect for offering something to eat for others. And perfect for sharing with friends. [ Can she gets any more shoujo. ]

[That's really shoujo. But then again, so is Jae-Ha. Leaving the rest of his pocky stick hanging from his lips, he pulls out another to offer it to Sanae with a simple smile.]

[ She looks at the pocky stick, and then to Jae-ha, and then to the pocky stick again before taking it with a giggle. It speaks to his ~smoothness~ that he's able to make her feel comfortable already. ] ...It looks like you understand the importance of pocky already.

[ Munching on it. ]

Who knew such an important thing could exist? It's delicious and light, nothing too heavy, just enough to snack on...

[He approves. He holds the box between them as he steps a little closer.] Should we sit here, or is there a better place to share pocky, you think?

[ "To share pocky"---... that almost sounds like a date. Or maybe she's just thinking it sounds like one after his tone from earlier. But she'll choose to think it's not, because she doesn't want to be a fool in front of this man! He's too cool! ] That bridge-- [ A pause. ] Er, that bridge [ This place is expansive, okay. ] leads to a ledge where you can see the water fall.

[ She'll begin to lead. ] I'll show you. [ And as they're walking. ] ...I'm sorry I forgot to ask. But are you a shinki or a god?

[Can't it be a date? Well, he'd accept it either way, because her company is so nice. Following along calmly, he flips his ponytail behind him as he walks.]

A shinki, in fact. I already assumed you were a god, but I suppose I should have asked first, shouldn't I have?

Yes, I am. [ A courteous nod. ] The god of miracles.

When you fell from the sky, I couldn't be sure. But if you're uninjured, you must be very strong regardless of being a shinki or a god. [ Over this bridge, over that bridge, and they're finally there! ]

So you noticed?

[Of course anyone would notice that he fell from the sky and survived. He's heard some gods can jump high, but it's likely not quite the same. He's proud of his own jumping! At their new location, he takes a seat and admires the view of the waterfall, setting the box of pocky between them.]

Thank you. I'm rather confident in my strength, at least. But you must truly be the god of miracles, for me to be able to meet you today. I had bet on luck.

[ Taking a seat as well, she continues to eat her pocky.

--Okay and the comment earns him another soft blush, and she quickly tears her gaze away from him to focus on the waterfall. ] S-still... please do be careful. [ She urges. ] It's not a good habit to fall a lot, even if you are strong.

[ ... ] Even though I'm glad you did this time, in order to meet you.

Sanae dear, you're too sweet! [Saying she's glad to meet him too? He's so flattered! He pulls out another couple of pocky, one for himself and one to offer to her.]

But I'm afraid I'm just not the type to stay grounded. I feel best in the air.

[ She gladly takes another pocky, and after a thoughtful pause, she asks, ] Ah, so you can fly, too?

[ >Implying she can fly. Which she can. ]

Something like it, yes! You can fly? Really?

Yes. [ There's a quiet smile. ] ...It's one of things in life that I truly enjoy.

[ And she looks up, far higher than the water fall, have the sky reflect in her eyes. ] Everything about flying-- there's a sense of freedom to it to which nothing else can compare.

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