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Honestly, I'm surprised.

[He twirls his cup between his fingers a few times before setting it down and pouring some more sake into it. He's not used to warm alcohol like this, and he has no problem downing it again like it's a shot glass rather than an actual cup that he should be sipping.

It's just...he's used to drinking, so he pours another to let them warm liquid run down the back of his throat.]

The taste is superb, and it really settles nicely in my stomach. Usually, I'm downing shots of Fire-Water quickly, due to how harsh it is...but this is so smooth and welcoming.

[What he doesn't realize that it's so nice that he'll begin to drink too much of it.]

I'm really glad I came to Inazuma. I can't imagine missing out on something like this.

[ It's really amusing to see him downing glass after glass, she's not used to people drinking sake like that. But even though it's different, he describes the taste so perfectly that she can tell he appreciates it like an Inazuman. So! She decides to follow suit, quickly downing another glass of sake along side him. ]

Sounds like you've already fallen in love with our humble island in the ocean.

[ This time, the meat she reaches for is... a bit more cooked. She plucks it with her chopsticks, dips into the sauce, and nibbles. It's not as good without the blood oozing out but she'll be good. For you, Ajax. ]

How long do ya plan on staying in Inazuma?

[Ajax almost forgets there's meat grilling, the scent of it catching his nose and making his mouth water. Since he can't use chopsticks, he gets a hold of a fork and pokes a piece of meat to put it on the little plate in front of him.]

As long as I'm needed. The project is supposed to last quite a while, and until everything is built, I won't be going anywhere.

[Properly stabbing it with his fork now, he eats the juicy meat with a satisfactory smack, before chasing it with another glass of sake. He feels warm, his head light, and happiness fills him as the alcohol begins to take hold.]

Who knows what'll happen after. I might be called back to the motherland, or they may decide that I'm better suited here for the time being. But I wouldn't worry too much about that- we'll have plenty of time to spend together before we need to worry about it.

[ Look at him enjoying the meat with his sacred fork, that has to be the most satisfied smack to grace her ears. Though her body is naturally cold, even she feels a tinge of warmth buzzing in her chest as she watches him eat. He looks like he's on cloud nine while eating, it's hard to believe this is the same man who fought a shark with his bare hands.

After everything that's transpired, it's nice to finally have a peaceful time with him and with any luck, she hopes they'll get to enjoy moments of respite to get to know each other. ]

Busy man with a busy schedule! Buuut I have a good feeling about ya, you look the type of guy who is gonna accomplish many feats in your country..

[ Right on cue, the waiter comes back with the beer she ordered. Yoimiya thanks them for their service before passing him a glass. ]

And if I didn't know any better, I'd say it sounds like you can't get enough of me. So, I take this as a sign I've earned a few more dates out of ya?

[Now that the meat on the grill is really going, he's starting to take off more and more, adding what he takes to keep the line of food coming. He's drinking more sake along with it, and the waiter has to come back with another bottle for him because he's drinking it so quickly...]

At least a few more.

[He sends her a wink, before taking the offered glass and downing that too- like he's just used to drinking alcohol like a maniac.]

But we can figure those out later, since we're still on this one. This place was a great idea, it's really hitting the spot.

[Swooning back and forth, he playfully picks up the discarded chopsticks in his hand and waves the back and forth like he's doing battle, holding them as if the two sticks together formed a sword and he was holding them by the hilt.]

I'll master these, I swear it! Hahahaha, they're much easier to wield like this...

[ At least a few more... score! Yoimiya grins at the wink and immediately downs the glass of beer in a celebratory gulp. Ajax is fun, interesting, and not to mention, drop dead handsome. She certainly feels proud of herself for scoring a few more dates out of this stud muffin.

Now, she's just gotta amp the charm to entice him into her clutches... but for the time being, she's happy to drink and feast with him. Even if that includes drinking the night away because gosh, Yoimiya thought she was a heavy drinker but Ajax is eating her out of house and home. She's never seen someone down shot glass after shot glass of sake then turn around and drink a whole glass of beer. This crazy guy is on a whole new level. ]

Hahaha, goodness Ajax! You just keep downing the alcohol one right after the other. Are all y'all Snezhnayan folks drinking champs?

[ Furthermore, he's picked the chopsticks right back up. Yoimiya is giggling up a storm as she watches him with the sticks in hand, she swears it looks like he's holding them like weapons of mass destruction. ]

Oooh, looks like you're doing it! Maybe you should drink before you use chopsticks.

Hahaha, no I'm nottttt...

[He separates the two chopsticks in his hand, holding one in each hand now instead as he smiles drunkenly back at Yoimiya. With barely any meat in his stomach and a whole lot of sake, it's begun to hit him hard, acting like a happy little kid in a candy store.]

Am I? Let me try again.

[He leans both of his elbows heavily on the table, so that his entire upper body leans towards Yoimiya while he switches his chopsticks to his right hand. Mystically, he manages to hold them properly, pinching them together with little effort as he sways side to side while staring directly at the tip of her nose.

Slowly, he reaches out, and pinches Yoimiya's nose shut with the chopsticks alone, giggling as he does so.]

Hehe, now you have to breathe out of your mouth. Hahahahahaha-!

[ ...

??????????

Yoimiya was just joking when she said he should drink before using chopsticks but good lord, he's... actually holding them properly. She does a double take, unable to comprehend what she's seeing when he suddenly starts pinching them together like a pro. This is the same man from like five minutes ago, right? Right??? He didn't switch himself with a chopsticks expert, right? RIGHT???? ]

Wha...?

[ In the midst of her surprise, she never would have guessed that Ajax would reach over to pinch her nose with chopsticks. ]

Hey! My nose is not a piece of meat! Hahahaha! Oh my goodness Ajax, you are drunk!

[ Thanks to Ajax holding her nose, her voice is beyond nasally. ]

[Her voice sounds so funny to him while he's in this state, trying to hold his giggles back. He squeezes her nose a few times before finally letting go, slumping in his seat as he laughs at her nasally voice and the look on her face when he grabbed her nose. After a moment of a laughing fit, he sits back up and wipes a tear from his eye as he sways back and forth, happy as a clam.]

Ohhhh, hahaha! You...should of seen the look on your faceeee....

[Not denying the drunk allegations, he picks up meat from the plate and drops it on the grill expertly, like he'd been practicing using chopsticks his whole life. The meat sizzles on the grill as he watches it cook, eyes focused on his meat as best he can.]

Now, I'm a hungry drunk. That sake's really good...

[He says as he proceeds to grab his cup to drink more of it. His Snezhnayan body can take it! He definitely won't have a hangover tomorrow.]

[ .........

HOW?????

HOW DOES ALOCHOL SUDDENLY TURN HIM INTO A CHOPSTICKS PRO???????

Yoimiya can't even react to the last squeezes to her nose due to being so stunned at his sudden expertise with the utensils. Was he messing with her the whole time????? So many questions. Suddenly, she's struck with an idea as she pulls her phone out to begin recording him. There's no way she's gonna let this slide and oh boy, she can't wait to see the look on his sober face. ]

Hehe happy to hear you're enjoying it! How are ya liking the meat? Is the sauce like anything you had in Snezhnaya?

[ Just keep talking, Ajax. She'll keep rolling. ]

[At first, he doesn't notice he's being filmed. The meat cooks quickly, and he picks it up with his chopsticks and dips it into the aforementioned sauce, eating it with the purest satisfaction on his face. Ajax savors every bite, and replaces the meat with more before another small cup of sake goes down his gullet.]

Nooooo! Snezhnaya has nothing quite like this.

[With his face glowing a deep red from the alcohol, there's no argument he's drunk and only getting more drunk as the dinner goes on. Picking up his chopsticks once more, he flips the meat, takes it off, and continues to eat like it's the easiest thing in the world.]

I'm so lucky we ran into each other, I'm having such a great time being out with you~ Hahaha, I bet you thought I'd never be able to use these-!

[Since Yoimiya isn't using her sticks, he reaches and picks up hers too, fitting them to his left hand and dual wields them in front of her. It's now that he finally notices the phone, and his chaotic, drunk, gremlin mind decides to use both pairs to reach over and pinch her cheeks, pulling on them a little just for the sake of entertaining himself...]

Filming me secretly, I see you you rascal...

[ Is this man even a real person? Yoimiya is starting to question whether this is some kind of fever dream. Regardless of his status with chopsticks, she's happy to hear he's having a great time. Maybe it's not quite on the level she's hoping for but it feels like they got closer today and for that, she couldn't be happier with the result. With her phone still in hand, she continues recording him, trying not to make it obvious despite giggling like a mad woman.

But it's not long until the jig is up! Yoimiya obnoxiously gasps when he notices her phone. Before she's even able to make up a bold faced lie, he's got both of their chopsticks, dual wielding them like weapons, and proceeds to pinch her cheeks with them. ]

Hey! I had to get evidence of you being good with chopsticks just in case you didn't believe me when you sobered up. Besides, I figured you could use it as a lesson and...

[ Oooh, she ain't letting him get away with tugging her cheeks no sir. Luckily, there's a spare and through her cheeks getting pulled, she reaches over for the other set, expertly pulling it out of the paper and breaking them apart in one smooth motion. ]

Just because you're getting better at them doesn't mean you've bested me. Bring it on, Ajax!

[ You know what it's time for? A CHOPSTICK FIGHT. With her chopsticks in hand, Yoimiya starts to swat at the two sticks pulling her cheeks. ]

[What was now a friendly interaction between a drunkard and a giggling blonde has turned into a fight. He's giggling to himself as he tugs on her cheeks, not actually caring that she's filming him. In fact, he's kind of hoping she's capturing his good side while doing so, but that all comes crashing down when she challenges him.

One hand gets swatted away, letting go of her cheek while the other holds desperately on as she swats that, too. It's not ruining his fun at all though- if anything, this has made it more fun, and he'll gladly jump at the challenge. Clicking the now free chopstick pair together, he instead goes for an attack to catch the pinky of her hand, as his other hand finally gets knocked away, releasing her face.]

Hehehe, what will you do now? I've got your finger.

[He looks so proud of himself, with his tongue now sticking out on one side of his face in total concentration to make sure he's got a good hold of her pinky.]

[ She just met this man and he's already proven himself to be silly, she should have known he has it in him to be a huge dork while drunk. Gigglig like a madwoman, Yoimiya's merry laugh fills the air of the restaunt, earning them a few strange looks from other customers who evevtually get back to eating, chalking them up to be a silly, young couple in love.

Yoimiya has to commend him. Despite being drunk, she's impressed he managed to come up with a good strategy by grabbing her hand. His grip is sure strong, she's having trouble pulling out. ]

Ooh look at ya! Aren't you the sneaky type? Oh... whatever will I do againt the big, bad Ajax?

[ She feigns looking like a lost cause, fighting to pull her pinky away to no avail. But it's not over yet! Yoimiya makes a bold move of forgoing her chopsticks and uses her free hand to reach over and gently pinch his nose. ]

Hehe, a counterattack of course! I ain't going down without a fight, mister. You got a very punchable nose, hehehehehe.

[ she keeps pinching like she's honking a clown nose... ]

[Has he won? His drunk self can't see the scheming behind her eyes, looking triumphant as he keeps her pinky between his sticks. Beat her fair and square! Just like that! Who knew that the mighty would topple so easily to a captured pinky finger?

But just when he thought he'd won, his nose is suddenly being pinched shut over and over, with Ajax's eyes crossing to look down at her counterattack. How could he not see this coming...]

Hey! Hahaha, that's cheating, you're not using your chopsticks.

[His voice fades in and out of being nasally, depending on the position of her fingers pinching his nose. Grinning, he lets go of her pinky finally to give up the fight with chopsticks, now with a different plan in mind for them.]

I'll be deducting points from you, for your crookery...

[Instead of going for her own nose, he goes for her meat- picking it up off the grill and shamelessly munching on it right in front of her!]

[ Honk. Honk. Honk. Honk. Yoimiya is having the time of her life pinching his nose and listening to usual baritone voice sound nasally. She was already starting to feel tipsy from the alcohol but Ajax's sillness almost seems to make her even more drunk with joy. It's too bad she had to put her phone down, she would have killed to have this shot of him.

At least her phone is still recording his voice... definitely gonna keep that one for the memories. ]

Ha?! Who said anything about chopsticks being our only weapons? Aren't you the guy who said you're adept at many weapons? You should be able to improvise!

[ Speaking of cheating...

Yoimiya is having too much fun pinching his nose over and over again that she doesn't realize he's going for her meat. When she finally notices, it's too late and he's already got a handful in his mouth!!! She gasps, looking back and forth between the grill and the meat he's smacking on. ]

Hey! That's no fair. Grr... if you want to play dirty then so be it.

[ She's prepared to fight fire with fire as she lets go of his nose and grabs one of his portions of meat. She makes a big show of placing it inside her mouth, and slowly, chews on it, making sure to savor the flavor. ]

[Success, he's happily enjoying Yoimiya's meal as he enacts his revenge on her. Looking almost as happy as fighting something to the death, Ajax drinks in that gasp of hers while he swallows the piece of meat without a single regret. He feels like he got away with being the biggest brat when her counterstrike comes, and suddenly the plate with the delicious meat she suggested for him is suddenly down one piece.

He watches on while it goes right into her mouth and she eats it slowly in front of him, just to torture him. Without much logic in his head in this condition, his jaw drops as he protests:]

Hey! Give that back!

[As if there was any way to do that now. Ajax doesn't know what to do but somehow comes down to deciding that the best way to get his food back is to take it- so he reaches and

sticks one finger right in her mouth while she's chewing]

That wasn't yourssssss, Yoimiya! Open your mouth-!

[ If it wasn't for her mouth stuffed full of meat, she'd be gloating like the biggest brat. Pleased that her counterstrike is effective, Yoimiya continues to slowly chew, looking like she's enjoying every last bite of this juicy, decadent meat.

But of course, he isn't going to take this sitting down! She can't believe he's going as far as to stick his hand in her mouth but hey, if it's a battle he wants, a battle he shall recieve. ]

Ahhhhh....!

[ Without an once of hesitation, she proceeds to open her mouth and noms right on his finger. Natually, she refrains from using her teeth but if he's close enough, he might feel something sharp pricking at his skin. ]

[The numbness of the alcohol only gives him enough awareness that something sharp is gnawing on him but he could barely care. All he sees is his finger go right in her mouth with a cute girl chewing on it. He's both confused that his grand plan didn't work here, and glad because there's something adorable about her gnawing on him.

His face goes from offended to a mix of confusion and endearment. He feels like he should be fighting back a little harder but he can't stop watching her be cute.]

Hahaha, does it taste good?

[He asks, letting his head rest in his other hand as he watches her. Ajax is also waiting for the right opportunity...to do something he hasn't even figured out yet.]

[ Truly, Yoimiya only intended to nom on his finger as a silly joke. Since he was aiming for her mouth, she just had to go along with it. However... the urges that she's been trying to ignore have resurfaced in full bloom. It's just a finger but she's so, so close to quelling her craving. The only thing getting in the way of what she truly desires is his pesky mortal flesh.

All she has to do is sink her teeth and break a little bit of skin... ]

Mmm! It's tasty.

[ She says, with her finger still in her mouth. Clearly, her parents never taught her to not speak with food in her mouth. ]

Dare I say... better than the meat. I hope you don't mind if I help myself a little bit.

[ Unbeknownst to Ajax, his finger really does taste better than the juicy meat sitting on the grill. While raw, bloody meat quenched a little bit of her thirst, it's still nothing compared to what a human can provide for her. She's got him right where she wants him and it's so beyond tempting to sink her fangs right into him. Just a little poke, just a little prick will be enough to suffice her appetite.

But even with victory within reach, she doesn't make any sudden moves. There's something about Ajax looking at her with endearment and amusement that tugs at her heartstrings, he looks so cute... and completely unsuspecting of anything while watching her. It almost makes her feel bad. ]

Hehe, I'm surprised you haven't pulled your finger out. Do you really not mind me helping myself?

[Her answer draws out the dumbest, most amused smile out of Ajax that he's ever worn and probably ever will wear due to being drunk off his ass. He doesn't know why but her saying that it's tasty is so funny in the moment to him, like she just told a great joke that's deserving of praise. Yoimiya is pretty much the best thing sliced bread in his opinion right now, hoping she keeps being cute and sucks on his finger or something. He doesn't know. He's just enjoying the moment.]

Hahaha, why would I? You look so cute play-biting me like that.

[With alcohol comes no filter at all, including openly flirting with her. This is a date after all, so he sees no reason why he should hold himself back. It's not like they didn't kiss a little the day before, and he hasn't hid how he's a little interested in her anyway.]

Don't bite too hard though- you should save that for later tonight.

[He winks, clearly indicating that he wouldn't mind some action later after dinner. Maybe when they go to see the jellyfish, he'll make a move on her...he still hasn't forgotten how wonderful the kiss they shared the night before was, and how mesmerizing and mystical her lips felt against his own. He wants to kiss her again, that's for certain.]

[ Oho? Is he... flirting with her? Looks like it's true that alcohol is the key to letting go of inhibitions. Even though they kissed, Yoimiya is still careful about pushing his boundaries, last thing she wants is for him to feel uncomfortable. Since he's given her the greenlight with that adorable dumb smile of his, she's more than happy to indulge him in a bit more play-biting.

He praised her for it! Called her cute even!! Ajax absolutely deserves a little reward for being so sweet. ]

Save it for tonight, huh...? [ She says with her voice somewhat muffled due to his finger. ] I didn't expect to hear that out of sweet lil Ajax. If a bite is what you want, then I'll be happy to sink my fangs into you, hehe.

[ Ajax, what have you gotten yourself into????

Regardless...

The taste of his flesh is so tempting but Yoimiya doesn't want to make a scene at the restaurant. Instead, she gently bites down on him, just enough for him to feel it but not enough to pierce through his flesh and draw blood. She lets the moment pass to let him soak in the sensation. Looking up at him, she sends him a cute wink before nipping on his finger and sucking on it, just a small taste of what he'll receive tonight. (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧ ]

Edited (hana typo) 2025-06-07 02:28 (UTC)

[Too cute...well, if things don't work out between them in the end, he'll look back on this fondly, at least. It'll be fun, and he can't wait to find a nice little spot by the beach and enjoy the pleasant moment with her, and he can't wait for the right moment to monopolize her lips with his. His drunken mind also wonders what else she can do with her mouth besides kiss him...but that's a fantasy he can't explore yet. They're in a restaurant. He's trying not to take it too fast with her, but she does not make it easy on him.

It doesn't stop his eyes from gaining a small sheen to them as she nips and sucks on it a little, reluctantly removing it from her mouth so they can finish their dinner and go have some fun in a more private setting. Ajax reaches for his chopsticks, so he can put a few more pieces of meat on the grill, before lifting one that's still a bit bloody and holding the piece in front of her mouth so she can eat it.]

I think I'd like that very much, [he says, watching her with endearment.] I rather enjoyed the night before, and I wouldn't mind continuing down that path for a few more steps, at least.

[That's what dates are for anyway. He's allowed to be a little horny, right? Right???? As long as he doesn't jump in bed with her on a whim.]

[ The faintest hint of disappointment reflects on her features as he pulls his finger away but it's soon replaced with sheer joy at the sight of him lifting a piece of meat off the grill and holding it toward her mouth. He even picked out a bloody one just for her! How sweet!!! Get a man who doesn't judge you (too much) for your peculiar tastes. Yoimiya beams at his kindness before opening her lips to chow down on the offered meat.

Nom. Nom. Nom.

It's good! Even better since he fed it to her. (>ᴗ•) She happily swallows it down and blatantly licks her lips right in front of him, shamelessly running her tongue across her pretty pink lips. ]

Oh boy, do I feel lucky. We just met but it sounds like I've already made a huge impression on you.

[ This time, it's Yoimiya's turn to indulge him. Using her chopsticks, she picks up a slice of meat that's more cooked than the one Ajax fed her, dips it into the sauce, and lifts it toward his mouth. ]

I'll be happy to spoil you for the rest of the night! After all, you are the hero of the day.

[If there's one thing he can definitely credit Yoimiya for, it's being good at being seductive. He's fully aware she knows that he wants a little piece of her lips for himself, and so she's drawing all his attention to them. This girl...what a piece of work, but he loves it. It's a far cry from other women who haven't been pretty up front and honest with him about what they really wanted, so even if it's just outright attempting to lure him into bed, at least she's not being dishonest about it.]

Haha, aren't you generous. I'll accept it~

[He eats the proffered meat right off of her chopsticks, not knowing that they've been making a little bit of a scene with all their lovey dovey behavior. But Ajax doesn't seem to care and just brushes the glances of onlookers right off his shoulder. They're having fun, and that's all he cares about.]

Mmmmm, I guess we should focus on eating this if we want to make it out to the beach on time. I didn't realize how long we've been enjoying the good food and atmosphere together. Let's say you and I clean all of this up and make our way there.

...If you can keep up with me, that is.

[Is this a good idea? No. Will Ajax still eat as much as he can because being drunk eliminates a lot of his good senses? Yes.]

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