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[astringency]

[He's doing a good job of ignoring all the glares and shrieks of distaste that Rin is getting, focusing more on her own reaction to his appearance at the gates. Still, even when she's trying so hard to seem unfazed and feisty about all this she's flushed in the face.

It's cute. Though at this point he's not sure if it's because she's unused to it, or if it's because it's him.] A couple of hours? My, my, Ri-chan. What do you think we're going to be doing?

[His voice is teasing as he reaches for her hand, locking them together.] Just one hour will do.

a girl can dream tho!!!!!

[tsungandr]

It-it was an estimate, fool! I don't know what you might have been thinking!

[It's a mix of both, really. She's...never met a guy who's this. Er. Direct about his dealings with the fairer sex.

In other words, she's completely and utterly out of her element. Hence, why she lets out a loud, strangled squeak when he links his hand with hers.

Meanwhile, the girls collectively screech, and Rin's eye twitches. Okay. They're not helping her morale in the thick of this boss fight. She shifts her free arm behind her back while sticking her chin out at Oikawa.

She will not back down, High Dragon! Even if she's only Level 5 and he's probably like.....Level 75.]

F-fine. I'm going to be keeping track of the time, so watch yourself.

[And suddenly, the fangirls disperse, screeching something about a firecracker. Rin's hand moves back to its side.]

for now 8)

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[It's funny how she thinks she's handling herself right, what is she going to do when they're in a booth at a cafe and he's making her share a drink and therefore they're indirectly kissing?! Well, maybe he'll save that for in a bit, but he does start to walk in the direction of a cute bookshop with a cafe attached to it.

She seemed like the studious type, after all.]

You only moved here recently, right, Ri-chan? I was thinking about it earlier and there's a place you'll probably really like.

[He sure did ignore everything she said up until that point, even when he eases the hold of their hands, making it somewhat more casual and less like he needs to grip on.]

should i be scared......

[tsungandr]

[Then it's a good thing he didn't notice that she...just flung a bit of magecraft at the fangirls, who have since fled the scene. He'll notice that her hand feels a bit tense, even when he loosens his grip. Look. She...just might be having a bit of stage fright, okay....because what do when you're a tsundere who stumbles across a boy who actually doesn't act a fool around girls.....

Swallowing a bit, she grudgingly nods, though she soon blinks at the sight of the book café.

Well. This...could be a good sign.

Except she won't let him in on that, because she quickly proceeds to make an attempt at look perfectly nonchalant, letting out a small "hmph!" noise.]

Yes. My family's got an estate here, so they sort of figured a change of scenery would be nice. [Well, actually, she's here for training to be more...incognito after getting in trouble with her teacher. But. Shh.] Still, how generous of you. Are you always this accommodating to newcomers, Oikawa-kun?

[Rin arches an eyebrow as they head closer to the shop. You're on, bruh.]

nah

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Of course I am, Ri-chan. [There's a smile on his face as he looks back at her, thumb gliding over her hand as a means to tell her to relax.] Though perhaps not this much.

[He looks sheepish as he laughs, though his gaze drifts away. Not everyone I meet is this difficult.]

Will you be staying for a while or heading back in a month or two?

[Still, it's all pleasant talk for now, even as he holds the door open for her, letting her step into the book cafe first.]

[tsungandr]

Is that a good thing, or a bad thing?

[Rin crosses her arms.

Now look here, dude. No matter how (sorta) cute and (maybe) charming a boy (kinda) may be, Tohsaka Rin shall not fall so easily, as you must know.

(Except she's a quarter reeled in, let's face it.)

Rin squints a bit as his laughing, though she proceeds to look a little surprised at his show of chivalry with the door---and has to will herself to not turn pink in the process.

Soon enough, she heads toward a table further in the back, underneath a very pretty candlelabra and across from a shelf full of leatherbound books. She's not one for crowds.]

But I'll be here a while. [Said a little less harshly, as she takes a seat and peeks at the menu, looking slightly impressed. They've got quite a variety of coffee drinks, and as she's making a decision (caramel or cinnamon?), she flicks her eyes back over to Oikawa.] I'm headed to London for the summer, but I'll come back here. I've got to go to school, after all.

[A beat. She is, admittedly, a little curious about the volleyball thing, though. Rin tilts her head to the side, putting down the menu for the moment.]

So. Are you trying for professional volleyball?

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Isn't that up to you? [An easy smile follows that, though really despite how he's teasing her it's interesting to hear what she has to say. They don't get many transfer students here, it's a nice change of pace.]

To London? [He sounds surprised at that.]

I've never been that far. Do you like it there? [Though hmm, maybe the fact she's asking about him too is a sign that he's getting her to like him for real now.]

Maybe. There's a lot of scary people out there, so we'll see!

[As if he'd do anything else, honestly.]

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I don't know. Is it really up to me? Because you have amazing persistence, regardless.

[Rin smirks a bit mischievously at Oikawa. Well...if he's gonna keep poking at her, now's a good time to start poking back.

Still, at his question about London, Rin takes a small breath, looking a little taken aback. Well...she's not exactly going there for recreational purposes.

In fact, it's for something that could decide her future. She looks off to the side a bit.]

It's my first time going, actually; a family friend lives there, and invited me. I've only seen pictures in books and online. [A sigh.] I've been trying to brush up on my English for that reason.

[Also w o w?! He's...he's just fairly interesting, no "daisukis" are to be expected here...!! But, Rin actually smiles a bit at that.

Maybe there's some substance in him, after all.]

Oh, come on. You seem dedicated enough. You're not shy at all, so why worry about bumping into scary players? If anything, you can probably make them look stupid with your way with people.

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[Is it really poking back though? Maybe, he'll pretend as such, anyway.]

Ah, how mean, Ri-chan! I'm just trying to make you feel welcomed! [Is that really what this is, though??? No.]

Ah, will you show me your pictures when you come back? [You're stuck in this hot mess now.] Especially if you're taking tourist shots. Selfies are fine, Ri-chan.

[His way with people, huh? The thing is that he's probably one of those scary players--at least Kageyama considers him as such. There's very little honesty, and he attacks mentally as much as physically. Gross.]

Why would I do something like that?

[Ah, you're getting to know him way to quickly, gurlie.]

[tsungandr]

'Welcomed'?

[Rin gives Oikawa her absolute smarmiest look. She's only doing it because she's not the kind of girl who likes making things too easy!]

More like you spirited me away.

[Oikawa pls.......although, at his suggestion, Rin smirks all the more. This is a guy with no fear. She's never met anyone this upfront about anything, nevermind girls.

And so, she's going to mess with him, if only to see his reaction. She laughs.]

Ah, but what if I tend to do dangerous and daring things? I'm not sure you'd like to see that side of me, Oikawa-kun, even if it's just through pictures.

[Interpret that as you will. It's actually true, to some extent...

...As for getting to know him just a little too quickly? Well, she understands him, to some extent. In fact---her pride and determination are pretty on par with his. She laughs again at his question.]

Well, you want everyone to see that you're good at what you do, right? So...make everyone else see that, and show the other players that you've earned respect and admiration with your skill.

[A beat, and her smile turns a touch more genuine.]

It's not really all that complicated, Oikawa-kun.

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You could have said no. [His lips twitch at that, please stop denying the fact you want to be here.

But Rin????? He looks towards her in confusion at first (pictures??) before laughing.] You don't really look the type, but I don't mind.

[Especially if the pictures are kinky [relaxedhomie]]

Ah, that's not what I meant, Ri-chan. [But:] It works out the same though, doesn't it? Don't worry, I won't let anyone else win. Seijou will go to nationals.

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I happen to be a proper lady when I know have to be one, you know. [Rin purses her lips daintily as she hails over a nearby waitress, having decided on a cinnamon cappuccino. Sure, dude. In the immortal words of a famous 80s song: don't stop believin'.

Also, in the equally immortal words of another 80s song, girls just wanna have fun, Oikawa. Rin arches an eyebrow, now smirking slightly.]

But, I'll leave it to your imagination in the meantime, Oikawa-kun. I also don't like ruining good surprises.

[Which is a joke, but. Play your cards right, and maybe you'll end up with at least one interesting photo attachment to a text message over the summer.

Rin, meanwhile, crosses her arms, still smiling, though it's now more encouraging.]

They'd better, because I might just find a way to watch at least one of your games sometime.

[The waitress arrives, and Rin looks toward her, but not before asking Oikawa---]

So, what are you having?

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[He orders a latte with toffee syrup to go along with it, and actually leans back to admire how hard she's trying here.] Ah, but I'd rather wait and see, Ri-chan! Or it takes all the fun out of it too

[But...] Will you sing a little cheer for me too? I'll look out for you.

[There's also:]

Did you want a cake to go with it? [Well, he sort of answered the question.]

[tsungandr]

A little mystery never hurt anyone, no. [Rin's smirk turns a tad mischievous, and she covers her mouth daintily with her hand.] As it turns out, I can be quite mysterious.

[She laughs, and puts a finger to her chin in mock thought. Ehhh...maybe, just maybe, he's not so bad. He's fun (on top of being, well, attractive). Challenge considered and accepted, loverboy.]

Hey, I said I can be mysterious! I'd rather surprise you. Because, who knows? [She's actually trolling when she says this, but---] A kiss might go to the victor.

[Rin smiles a bit toothily at Oikawa, not realizing that she may have just dug herself into a hole just now. In the meantime, she nods.]

Cake sounds good. I can split it with you, if you want---after all, I may as well treat you since you did help me in spite of your parading me around.

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[She's really cute, it seems. He smiles and leans to press his chin into the palms of his hands as she talks, clearly trying to act coy. He isn't sure if she realises at this point, but there's no way this isn't flirting.

Especially when she makes a promise like that.

His eyes widen, and he finds that kissing this girl, even if it might only be chance, would be something he'd like to aim for. She's feisty, cute, as well as intelligent. She also seems to understand his passion for volleyball...

He leans forward, a wide smile on his lips:] Is that a promise~?

I'll take the cake and anything you'd like to offer, after all.

[tsungandr]

[It's. Trolling.

ok bye

But, for a moment, when Oikawa leans closer, Rin very nearly drops that mic, blinking a little and turning a slight pink. Still, no, no, she's got this, she can yet resist his sorcerous smile and his sorcerous good looks....

So she herself meets his gaze, hailing the waitress over and quickly ordering a chocolate mousse cake, before steepling her chin in her hands. Her smile's a tad more crooked than before, but there's a slight fierce glint in her eyes.

she will outcharmwit him...]

Maybe. [She tosses her hair a bit.] I'll decide once you walk me home after this.

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What a heartbreaker. [Yet, he's still smiling.] Making me wait all that time, or are you worried we'll lose?

[And yes, he doesn't say win--he's fairly certain she'd like to try kissing him, even if she's being shy about it.] That won't happen, don't worry Rin-chan.

rip im going to hell for this

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[Rin eyes him with a fairly inquisitive look as she takes a bite out of the cake once it's served to them.

She's not sure if she really did have her brain scrambled after taking that ball to the head, but---but---

---He's an attractive chap. Has a nice, if cocky, smile. A real flirt, but definitely confident and passionate about what he loves. She can relate to all of that. She can respect it.

A part of her is feeling impatient.

Oh, fuck it; nobody in history got anywhere just sitting on their ass and twiddling their fingers, right? Suddenly, she leans over and presses her lips to his---a playful, light, teasing kiss.

She pulls away not long thereafter; a bright pink dusts her cheeks, but she's grinning a bit doofily.]

I'm not worried, no. [She plays with her hair somewhat.] But I figure I'd seal your confidence with a pact, just to be sure.

j E S U S

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[He reaches out with a spoon to take a section too, waiting for her to reply. He pauses when nothing comes though, looking up at her face.

That's when she leans forward, and even he feels surprised by the fact that she kisses him so soon. She's definitely flushed when she pulls away, but even his face colours a little at the action.]

That's hardly fair, you shouldn't tease someone like that.

[He drops the spoon, forgetting the cake to reach out, palm cupping her face.] That's hardly anything to seal a pact, Ri-chan... may I?

pRAYS FERVENTLY

[tsungandr]

T-teasing? [Rin tries not to stutter---kind of ruins the playful minx image she's trying to project now, but, alas. She turns her head away slightly, in an attempt to keep up her coyness---] Don't make false accusat---

[---That is, until Oikawa's palm cups her face, and instinctively, she faces him again, the pink darkening to a redder hue.

She bites her lower lip somewhat, defiantly forcing herself to maintain eye contact.]

...You may. [Rin takes a small breath, leaning forward a little in turn.] A pact isn't a one-way street, after all.

cHOKES

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Teasing, mm~ [He smiles as he repeats it though, eyes dipping to look all over her face. He can see through how hard she's trying to be coy. How nervous must she be?]

It isn't, you're right. Don't get too embarrassed, okay?

[He leans in then, mouth pressing against hers. It isn't as brief, mind you. He brushes his own lips there, nibbles on her lower lip gently.]

mY MOTHER DIDN'T RAISE ME LIKE THIS

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[Rin momentarily stiffens at how...forward he is, but finds herself closing her eyes and pulls him forward a little by putting her hands on each side of his face, returning his kissing by capturing his lips with hers after he nibbles. Her tongue flicks a bit against his lower lip, before she pulls away, flushed, but with a bit of a glint in her eyes.]

I'm embarrassed enough to want you to myself like this in a more private setting, Oikawa-kun. [She arches an eyebrow, smirking a bit.] Think of it...as me being open to lending you more support than simply cheering you on at a game.

[She winks.]

Just a thought.

uh huh SO YOU SAY?????

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[She responds more than he expects, and if he's forward then she's not too far behind him. His hands move to capture her wrists, rubbing small circles on the inside where the skin is more sensitive until she's pulling away and he kisses the back of her hands instead.]

Is that so? [My, now who is being forward???] Then we'll do something later, shall we? So you can show me how willing to lend your support you are.

[He says this, but he wouldn't push a girl too far. Really it would just be nice to kiss her properly, kiss her neck and face and try to show her he isn't as gross as he probably makes himself out to be at times.]

i sWEAR UPON MY VERY SOUL

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I'd say you're challenging me.

[Rin chuckles, feeling...pleasantly warm as Oikawa kisses the back of her hands. She could...get used to this. Hell, maybe a cute, fun little thing like this is what she needs.

And you know what? She's gonna go for it, see where the flow takes her. If it's just a fling, then, eh. She'll put her foot down where it needs to go. And if it turns more serious?

That'll be even more interesting. With that in mind, she whispers, raising one hand to put a finger to his lips---]

Challenge accepted, then. And I think I know a good spot, too.

LAUGHS

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[He flops his hand back and forth, dismissing that kind of remark. He even has the gall to pout at her.]

That makes it sound so mean, Ri-chan. I wouldn't do something like that. [He says that, but as he tilts his head, her finger still in place against his lips, he gives it a little lick.] But I'll take your word for it, where ever it is you want to go.