Nice! Don't get to meet a whole lot of cats here these days.
[Dice sees the ear flick out of the corner of his eye, and he grins before reaching up to brush the petals away.]
Ahhh, nothing I guess? Just needed a place to clear my head and sleep. I need to think pretty hard tomorrow, so I'm doing the minimum thinking tonight. Period.
[ Gentaro isn't expecting the gentle touch against his head or ears. He's always figured they were sensitive, which is why he never allows anyone to touch them. His breath catches in his chest, and he clears his throat. If his cheeks are a little pinker...
At least he can move right on. Gentaro blinks, then raises his eyebrows. While he might not be a stray, it seems this human is. ]
[ Gentaro doesn't find himself speechless very often, but this-- Yeah, it's extremely concerning. He wonders why in the world he's so invested in Dice's comfort and safety, but...
What do you mean? Usually I just eat whatever. It's not like I'm all fancy and shit goin' to restaurants.
[Anyone would be worried? Dice is not worried.
His stomach does choose this moment to rumble a bit, and it's probably hard to hear for anyone but a pet. He comically covers his stomach and doubles over.]
I don't guess I've had a whole meal today... Who cares, right? Life's too fuckin' short to care!
You know, if you don't eat proper meals, life will be even shorter. You needn't go to restaurants, but quite literally anything is better than nothing.
Ehh, that's not a problem! I'm probably gonna bite it in a couple of days, anyway.
[He manages to say this with a smile, though maybe it's a touch grim.]
You wanna buy a guy his last meal or somethin'? Naaah, I'm kidding. You're somebody's pet, right? You're too pretty to be a stray. They wouldn't let you spend their money on some guy like me. But I'll try to eat somethin' after you leave, if it'll make you feel better!
[ This time, Gentaro can't stop his startled, concerned look. He still isn't sure why he feels so strongly for Dice in particular, but he knows he would rather not let Dice starve to death. ]
It's more of a formality at this point. Besides, I have my own place. I also have a steady, generous source of income.
[ He stands, and gestures for Dice to do the same. ]
[Wait, why is he asking? It might be pointless, but he scrambles to his feet anyway. There's just... something about this guy. He's obviously made of money and happy to throw it around, so why say no?]
[ Now that he knows Dice is going to follow, he can't help but feel flustered. You're too pretty to be a stray, Dice had said so easily. He can't recall a time when he's felt more flustered. ]
Do you have any preference? Otherwise, we'll go for ramen.
[ This is the moment Gentaro realizes he's doomed.
Dice is charming and kind of an idiot, he thinks, but it's endearing. He hasn't spoken to someone like this for a long time. It's refreshing, and even though Gentaro is the pet, he might want to keep Dice as long as he's allowed. ]
Perhaps it was fate that brought us together. [ His ears twitch, flicking off one of the petals. ] This must be your lucky day.
[He'll have plenty of time to be confused over this inversion of the norm later. Right now, he's shoving his hands in his pockets and trotting alongside Gentaro like he's the pet. If he was one, his tail would be wagging like crazy. As it stands, he just beams.]
I get to have a big dinner with some decent company! Gonna go out with a bang, heh...
[Dice nearly faceplants at that, he's so excited.]
You're making me a kept guy for twenty-four whole hours, huh? I do need to think pretty hard tomorrow, so I'll take you up on it, too. Normally I'd be able to pay you back, but this time it's kinda impossible! Sorry!
Phew... good deal. Man, thanks! I'll try not to get too excited, but I'm not guaranteeing anything!
[He doesn't know where they're going, but he walks a half step ahead of Gentaro and turns so he's walking backwards for a bit.]
Think my luck's changin', since I met you! Maybe I'll do okay tomorrow after all. You don't know where I can make, I dunno, a couple hundred thousand in a day, do you?
[It's probably too quiet for a loud guy like Dice, but at least he'll mostly be busy eating. He slips into the seat beside Gentaro and slides a menu over for each of them.]
[ Since he nearly always eats alone, Gentaro is suddenly very aware of how close the seats are. Their knees are touching, and he feels Dice's warmth this close together. ]
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[ A few petals have fallen on his head, making his ears twitch, but he makes no move to brush them off. ]
So, what brings you to this park in particular?
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[Dice sees the ear flick out of the corner of his eye, and he grins before reaching up to brush the petals away.]
Ahhh, nothing I guess? Just needed a place to clear my head and sleep. I need to think pretty hard tomorrow, so I'm doing the minimum thinking tonight. Period.
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At least he can move right on. Gentaro blinks, then raises his eyebrows. While he might not be a stray, it seems this human is. ]
Do you often sleep in parks?
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Parks are kinda the ideal, but I get kicked out a bunch! So, you know, whatever works otherwise! Alleys, benches, whatever.
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Well. Anyone would be worried. ]
I... see. What do you do for meals, Dice?
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[Anyone would be worried? Dice is not worried.
His stomach does choose this moment to rumble a bit, and it's probably hard to hear for anyone but a pet. He comically covers his stomach and doubles over.]
I don't guess I've had a whole meal today... Who cares, right? Life's too fuckin' short to care!
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Gentaro just barely manages to visibly react. ]
You know, if you don't eat proper meals, life will be even shorter. You needn't go to restaurants, but quite literally anything is better than nothing.
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[He manages to say this with a smile, though maybe it's a touch grim.]
You wanna buy a guy his last meal or somethin'? Naaah, I'm kidding. You're somebody's pet, right? You're too pretty to be a stray. They wouldn't let you spend their money on some guy like me. But I'll try to eat somethin' after you leave, if it'll make you feel better!
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It's more of a formality at this point. Besides, I have my own place. I also have a steady, generous source of income.
[ He stands, and gestures for Dice to do the same. ]
Come. I am going to take you to dinner.
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You for real? You're really gonna buy me dinner?
[Wait, why is he asking? It might be pointless, but he scrambles to his feet anyway. There's just... something about this guy. He's obviously made of money and happy to throw it around, so why say no?]
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[ Now that he knows Dice is going to follow, he can't help but feel flustered. You're too pretty to be a stray, Dice had said so easily. He can't recall a time when he's felt more flustered. ]
Do you have any preference? Otherwise, we'll go for ramen.
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[Dice tosses his handful of petals playfully on top of Gentaro's head, then falls into step beside him. Now he's prettier.
It occurs to him, given reasons, that this could be a trap. But he doesn't give one single fuck. He's getting free food.]
Thanks a lot! I didn't actually think I'd get to eat! Man, I've asked ten people today!
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Dice is charming and kind of an idiot, he thinks, but it's endearing. He hasn't spoken to someone like this for a long time. It's refreshing, and even though Gentaro is the pet, he might want to keep Dice as long as he's allowed. ]
Perhaps it was fate that brought us together. [ His ears twitch, flicking off one of the petals. ] This must be your lucky day.
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[He'll have plenty of time to be confused over this inversion of the norm later. Right now, he's shoving his hands in his pockets and trotting alongside Gentaro like he's the pet. If he was one, his tail would be wagging like crazy. As it stands, he just beams.]
I get to have a big dinner with some decent company! Gonna go out with a bang, heh...
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[ It sort of slips out. Gentaro clears his throat. ]
That is, you did say you need to think pretty hard tomorrow. A park is hardly conducive to that.
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You're making me a kept guy for twenty-four whole hours, huh? I do need to think pretty hard tomorrow, so I'll take you up on it, too. Normally I'd be able to pay you back, but this time it's kinda impossible! Sorry!
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[ Apparently, Dice is one of those people who's so disarming. Gentaro does a great job of keeping his cool, at least. ]
I have no need of repayment, so don't worry about that.
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[He doesn't know where they're going, but he walks a half step ahead of Gentaro and turns so he's walking backwards for a bit.]
Think my luck's changin', since I met you! Maybe I'll do okay tomorrow after all. You don't know where I can make, I dunno, a couple hundred thousand in a day, do you?
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I'm afraid not. [ He clears his throat. ] But perhaps, in the future, I may have something for you.
[ Dice has a very nice voice, the type that's suited for voice acting. ]
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Like a job?
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[ They've arrived at the ramen shop, and Gentaro walks inside. It's a quiet little place, not too busy, and comfortable. Gentaro takes a seat. ]
Feel free to order whatever you would like.
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I gotta get the pork... With an egg, too!
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The pork is excellent here. You have good taste.
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[He's just beaming. And knocking his knee jovially against Gentaro's.]
What else d'you recommend?
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Didn't anyone tell you that looks can be deceiving? Now I have to ask you why.
As for recommendations, I would suggest anything, really. I am fond of the chicken, though.
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