[ ugetsu could say a great deal to that or a great deal of nothing. in fact, he takes just as much time to reply this time as the other (due to checking in at the hotel, well, waiting for them to figure out a room anyway) and when he does, it's with a rather focused response. ]
i don't know? i'm not often around them.
[ children... that's a very specific question. ugetsu doesn't understand it if he's honest. does hagiwara have siblings? he has no idea. but why would they be coming along on this "vacation"?
in the elevator, he's miraculously alone and lets himself lean back against the wall in what's little more than a collapse. at the same time, his fingers twitch on the valise. shame the hotel rooms aren't soundproofed. maybe he'll risk it anyway. probably. ]
[ don't think too hard about it, ugetsu. it's a normal question that comes up in every conversation at least once during a person's lifetime. idea's reasons are a little different, but the answer works well enough for him that he sees no reason to say that he can't handle children. ]
Are you saying that you put up with them?
[ that seems up his alley, really. idea wouldn't put this past him either considering how his world only consists of so many people.
luckily, it's not a topic they have to linger due to another text message, sent from a separate number, appearing on ugetsu's phone. it's a time and location with strict rules of what he should do along the way there: leave his phone in a box, place both hands on a cold tray, walk through a body scanner among other specific requests. if he attempts to text the number back, it'll no longer be in use. ]
i don't mind them, but that's not saying much. people don't often bring them to my performances, so i rarely see them.
why are you asking me about children?
[ lingering or not, ugetsu can't help but ask even as he eyes the separate message with a twist of amusement and disconnect. it's dangerous a little, maybe. he supposes. this sort of direction is the kind of thing that would have his ex asking him what's wrong with him and telling him not to do it. because it's ugetsu he doesn't bother trying to reply to that number. ]
is there coffee on this deserted island or wherever?
I was thinking how they carry on our bloodline, and how different the future would be with more of you in the world.
[ not really, there's a totally different reason as to why he asked, but this one sounds funnier than the truth of it. besides, it seems like he can get a pretty generic and simple response from him: maybe he's not interested.
idea hums as he taps his foot on the floor, how should he follow up on his whimsical question. has he thought of adoption? he should give it a try. ]
Yes, I hope you have an interest in Western food. As for activities, I cannot do anything strenuous, but I'm open to accommodating you in any way that you'd like in regards to it.
[ more of him in the world, really. he almost laughs. ]
i don't dislike it, for the most part.
but i wasn't looking to do anything that requires overexerting oneself.
[ if left to his own devices he'll just practice. he doesn't seem to be able to put his violin down for too long but especially when he gets into a mood, which he's long been approaching another. if he is not allowed to do this, said mood will swing magnificently and possibly either extreme of violence or utter sloth, because with ugetsu it tends to be a toss up between these two, even if their forms can vary. ]
[ such an idea would leave to what, more devastation in the world? not like it needs that, but maybe there's something a child like that could offer. pick up more talents and be harvested for what it's learned? ]
Don't you think we'd have the cutest child. ♡
[ is he joking? anyway.
as long ugetsu doesn't expect so much mobility from idea, then maybe they can coexist peacefully. he has no reason to take away the man's joys or luxuries, it allows him to tap into his true essence so as long as idea can see and utilize then ugetsu can do what he wants.
idea smiles, kicking his feet against the floor. it sounds fun to him. ]
If you want to play your instrument, you can. I'd be your audience.
[ it's probably true but whether serious or make-believe humor, the hypothetical child would be riddled likely with so many physical and mental detriments, that's really the thing ugetsu thinks of after his knee jerk response. then he lets it go because it is a joke isn't it. well either way... ]
convenient, as if i couldn't, i really would have to decline your generous offer.
Don't worry, I won't let you play alone. I don't see why you would want to.
[ that makes him curious, just as much as the "visually" on the question of a child. it's so specific that idea thinks that the other must have concerns about the other parts of the make believed child.
oh, he shouldn't worry about such things when idea has so much control. ]
Has it always been this difficult to get a "yes" out of you? They call men like you hard to get. Haha.
You should say yes to me more often, it could make your life a little more interesting.
[ he's not asking for ugetsu to pay attention to him, rather to indulge him a little more. if he can smoke as much as he does, there's other questionable choices to also take up.
well, idea wouldn't want to be labeled as something questionable. ]
Why is that? You must be pulling my leg, but I do want to see you practice. I'm sure there's some way I could help.
[ there is a part of ugetsu that is curious but there is also a bigger part of him that doesn't trust. all of this is offset by his general disregard for both his health and his safety in favor of the single-mindedness of music. he eyes the other message from the mystery number, the instructions and scant details and lets his gaze fall half-mast, looking for all the world like he's just going to take a nap at this point in the airport. perhaps he will. but before that, ]
i still don't quite understand what you're getting out of this, you know.
[ but he's interested enough to take the offer, this time. ]
Are you not a fan of the word "interesting"? I find it opens up so many possibilities.
[ there he goes again showcasing his curiosity, he won't let things be as they should, and who is idea to take this away from him? he did ask, can't say that he didn't. what is he getting out of this? truthfully, it'd be information, a decision, the ending conclusion of where their relationship stands upon other things. ]
I want to be with you, isn't that more than enough of a reason? It's not so special that I need to profess it like love, unless you're into that sort of thing? Are you a romantic at heart?
[ maybe that's what he was expecting due to idea's curiosity about children and other things, but it takes time to acclimate a person from one view to another. ]
But if you choose to ignore that, we can focus on this: I need your help.
[ one thing ugetsu certainly lacks is fear or much apprehension of anything. he asks because there's no downside to asking as far as he can tell, and if he's wrong then he's wrong and he'll deal with it then, if he has to. but the questions about hagiwara's own response make him pause, about to just ignore it outright before he sees the next part.
help?
well. ]
i remain curious.
[ the painfully obvious ignoring of everything else hagiwara said is, well, purposeful. but also ugetsu doesn't care about being beholden to answers himself even when he's the one who asked the question! it bears saying he doesn't mean any of it as a game either, as of yet. he genuinely is curious. curious enough to go through with the directions given to him at the time detailed and in the manner given. ]
honestly it did not like the way idea was speaking to him
Curious enough to witness it for yourself, I'm sure?
[ let's see how far that curiosity goes, especially when it means he can pull ugetsu to wherever he'd like to satiate it. hopefully this means idea doesn't have to explain outright what he's having trouble with. ]
It's a once in a lifetime.
[ for him, maybe, but for idea this will be an ongoing occurrence if he's able to get everything like he wants it. who knew ugetsu could be so kind in a way that he hasn't brushed idea off yet, but that's probably die to idea baiting and pulling. just a little taste of the unknown, and lure the other in to want to understand it. truthfully, he did mean it when he wanted to take a vacation for a month, it's just work goes hand in hand with that too.
[ a spade a spade, but that's fine. it's not as if ugetsu knows what the spade actually is, and in reality, if he did know or have more insight, it wouldn't make it a sudden no from him either. if he were to run this by anyone, as if he has anyone to run it by in the first place, that one person would tel him it is crazy and not to go. might even try to stop him even against his will.
the thought turns the corners of ugetsu's mouth up but it's not a happy expression.
he's tempted to tell his ex but if it doesn't go how ugetsu wants it to, he'll be even more discontent. this too has not always stopped him before, but maybe he is just curious enough for real. less about hagiwara and more about what he will get out of him, if anything.
a month? one full set of moon phases. he wonders if it will rain. ]
To call it "bait", how mean! It comes from my heart.
[ a liar is a liar.
the less he gives the more ugetsu will come, and it works to his advantage that causes a smile to pull on idea's face. he's way too excited about the chance of seeing his friend face to face, and using him for his own personal desires. would ugetsu be mad at him? they've known each other long enough on the business aspect, idea likes to think. it's with playful intent that he continues. ]
❤️
[ his heart isn't so tiny, but maybe it'd be covered in black ooze from the way he truly acts. when he doesn't get his way, he can't help but hit and curse, becoming abusive to his very own slave. it's fortunate that the other is going along with this without tugging away which means only good things for those who serve under him. ]
I am ecstatic for your help, really. I won't know how to repay you.
[ and skepticism is at an all time high but that doesn't stop ugetsu from agreeing, does it. even once he more fully understands why he's been half summoned half invited or maybe those percentages are off, well, either way, once he knows, it's not the kind of thing ugetsu gets angry about. if idea were to deny him his violin, that would make him angry. depending on his mood or how much he's had to drink, sometimes the mention of a certain someone can also prod at the fire that does in fact reside in ugetsu but that's tied to music as well. being used does not especially bother him, though he'll maybe have a hard time understanding the details and mechanics. not, perhaps, that he'll even try.
of course, once he knows, he could refuse. or in ugetsu's head there's always the option. on this, possibly, they won't agree, but that's a later problem.
in the end, there's no one who can hurt or abuse ugetsu more than himself, and that's a lifelong truth.
he eyes the heart and ignores it, but when he reads the last, he laughs down against the collar of his jacket. ]
i'm sure i'll think of something. having you owe me is also not bad, all things considered.
[ best course of action is to want nothing from idea, but knowing that he, himself, could potentially have something ugetsu could gain is a good thing. this is where he understands his position as a resource that the man won't get rid of even if it's in his best interest.
the hagiwara family has a long line of questionable actions, covered up, but still a wealthy company can do whatever they want as long as there is no one to stop them. idea smiles only a little as he's curious himself what the other could even ask for, especially with the type of father he has, mostly everything shouldn't be out of ugetsu's reach depending on the means he uses to obtain them.
maybe that's where idea falls into play. ]
It is my generosity, haven't we know each other long enough that I extend my hand if you extend yours?
[ that's the baseline for anything between two people, but he continues. ]
Having me is a boon in your life, what's that phrase? Take your blessings as they come?
admittedly nothing comes to mind at the moment, but it's nice to know i'm owed something.
[ despite his father's position, ugetsu prefers not to go that route for a few reasons. the fact that he's more willing to consider asking idea is...well, speaks for itself perhaps. either way, he doesn't feel the need to specify.
.
by the time it's actually the week he's going through with this slightly ridiculous plan, ugetsu is so restless he'd probably have still done it even if it had more red flags attached. he follows the instructions, perplexed by some, unfazed by others. either during the process with a moment to pause or after he's finished but before he's put on a plane or whatever form of transportation, he thinks to send a message, though he knows hagiwara is well informed of all happenings. ]
i did wonder what would happen if i didn't show up
That curious? I would have asked for someone to retrieve you. Don't ask such questions you know the answer to.
[ idea laughs at the thought of ugetsu leaving before the discussed time. there has been people watching him from their first message to inform idea of what he's been up to to ensure nothing goes outside of the future that idea has already thought up for them. he chooses not to admit that. ]
I would have made sure you weren't late.
[ surprising enough, it isn't a plane that's taking him, but rather there's a tall gentleman with cream colored hair, stitches embedded into the skin around his mouth to keep him from speaking, or maybe he can and chooses not to. around his neck is a dog collar with a leash, and he dresses formally with his dress shirt tucked in aside from the jacket over his clothes unbuttoned.
ugetsu's chauffeur wastes no time however, walking over to grab whatever bags the other is bringing along with him. the taller man offers a cursory glance at ugetsu before looking towards the vehicle, specifically the backseat where ugetsu should move to while he works with the luggage. ]
I see you didn't want to get rid of your phone, but it's fine. You'll be too busy with me to stay in contact with others.
[ stitches, that is, and ugetsu does wonder about them because it's such specific placement. collar and leash because who is it for? but there is also the part of him that, as he settles into the backseat, recognizes in a distanced sort of way that he only cares insofar as he's bored. his head throbs and there's a part of him that is apprehensive. often he prefers to be the one driving because it's the one surefire way to avoid his motion sickness, which sometimes can be quite violent. but for now he says nothing, not sure his gentlemanly driver can reply anyway.
to idea, however, ]
to be honest, i forgot. i'm not particularly attached
i prefer the radio.
[ not that they do the same thing per se. but for news. weather. like some old man. the radio works, and the reception doesn't die in his basement unit for some reason. ]
LMFAOOOO SOOO TRUEEE its ok i understand you the best
[ unspoken words of "would you like to match?", idea can help him with that. all ugetsu has to do is run his mouth to the point that he doesn't want to hear him anymore, and idea will go out his way to make sure that those lips are sealed. idea smiles, fox-like in appearance, but he moves when knowing today is a special day. ]
If you want the radio, then you should ask your driver. I can't say he'd listen, but it's worth a try. I'm so happy you decided to come along, there's so much I want to talk to you about.
[ from minor details about ugetsu's life to something more thoughtful about what he wants for the future, and then personal things such as what parts of his body he's willing to offer to science. hopefully that's not too rude considering he's gave his fingerprints first and foremost. ]
I want you to think about something during your ride, it's a rather interesting question that you may already know the answer to.
[ the comments that follow get no response from ugetsu for at least a few minutes. one could chalk this up to any number of reasons, but in fact there isn't one. not really. ugetsu just spaces out, a side effect of being overly tired perhaps or unconsciously stressed. when he finally does send a reply, he's sure it's less than what might be considered sufficient, but he doesn't trust idea despite agreeing to this little vacation. ]
i don't need the radio here, at least not yet. and i can't promise to think about anything, since i might fall asleep any second, but i'm open to suggestions.
[ no matter any previous implications at any point in their interactions, ugetsu still believes he has full independence of the situation if he so chooses to exercise it. it's just that his curiosity outweighs that option still, for now. ]
Very well. Can I offer you something that might help keep you awake?
[ this text message has something attached to it, a .pdf that ugetsu can click when he's ready. there's nothing else that follows after from idea as though he's leaving the remainder of ugetsu's full independence to himself. it's a pretty simple request though: click the link, read the information and follow up with it which can all be done within the car. it wouldn't make sense if it wasn't something he could do then and there, but there's a low sigh from the driver as he reaches for his own phone.
horrible etiquette of how he shouldn't be on his phone and drive, but he does pretty well managing with watching the road.
idea would never take advantage of someone so soon, truthfully, he likes his friend so much that he'd at least play with him before suggesting he does do the things that idea want.
for now, it's the freedom of choice.
... ]
you too tho! never any rush! backtagging is very real and true
[ ugetsu does in fact look at the information, but evidently he's overdone it again and the result is that despite actually being curious about the details,....ugetsu falls asleep anyway, phone in hand, head leaning against the car's window in a way that promises a painful neck when he wakes up sooner or later. some of this might also be ugetsu's utter lack of urgency in what's going on. maybe it isn't a real vacation, he's pretty sure it isn't after all, but he's already agreed to it. he's in this car on his way wherever. he's tired of his own life in a way, avoidant of the thing he misses the most and filling the empty spaces with that which he always has: music. next to him, his violin sits in its case and even though ugetsu isn't even touching it, one gets the impression there's a physical attachment here nonetheless; even asleep.
to idea, it will seem like ugetsu is "typing..." forever, because he fell asleep with his phone open on the reply screen. whether he's woken up by another text from idea or a call or arriving at the mystery destination is anyone's guess. but for now, he sleeps. as honest a look as he ever has off the stage. ]
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i don't know? i'm not often around them.
[ children... that's a very specific question. ugetsu doesn't understand it if he's honest. does hagiwara have siblings? he has no idea. but why would they be coming along on this "vacation"?
in the elevator, he's miraculously alone and lets himself lean back against the wall in what's little more than a collapse. at the same time, his fingers twitch on the valise. shame the hotel rooms aren't soundproofed. maybe he'll risk it anyway. probably. ]
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Are you saying that you put up with them?
[ that seems up his alley, really. idea wouldn't put this past him either considering how his world only consists of so many people.
luckily, it's not a topic they have to linger due to another text message, sent from a separate number, appearing on ugetsu's phone. it's a time and location with strict rules of what he should do along the way there: leave his phone in a box, place both hands on a cold tray, walk through a body scanner among other specific requests. if he attempts to text the number back, it'll no longer be in use. ]
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why are you asking me about children?
[ lingering or not, ugetsu can't help but ask even as he eyes the separate message with a twist of amusement and disconnect. it's dangerous a little, maybe. he supposes. this sort of direction is the kind of thing that would have his ex asking him what's wrong with him and telling him not to do it. because it's ugetsu he doesn't bother trying to reply to that number. ]
is there coffee on this deserted island or wherever?
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[ not really, there's a totally different reason as to why he asked, but this one sounds funnier than the truth of it. besides, it seems like he can get a pretty generic and simple response from him: maybe he's not interested.
idea hums as he taps his foot on the floor, how should he follow up on his whimsical question. has he thought of adoption? he should give it a try. ]
Yes, I hope you have an interest in Western food. As for activities, I cannot do anything strenuous, but I'm open to accommodating you in any way that you'd like in regards to it.
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[ more of him in the world, really. he almost laughs. ]
i don't dislike it, for the most part.
but i wasn't looking to do anything that requires overexerting oneself.
[ if left to his own devices he'll just practice. he doesn't seem to be able to put his violin down for too long but especially when he gets into a mood, which he's long been approaching another. if he is not allowed to do this, said mood will swing magnificently and possibly either extreme of violence or utter sloth, because with ugetsu it tends to be a toss up between these two, even if their forms can vary. ]
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[ such an idea would leave to what, more devastation in the world? not like it needs that, but maybe there's something a child like that could offer. pick up more talents and be harvested for what it's learned? ]
Don't you think we'd have the cutest child. ♡
[ is he joking? anyway.
as long ugetsu doesn't expect so much mobility from idea, then maybe they can coexist peacefully. he has no reason to take away the man's joys or luxuries, it allows him to tap into his true essence so as long as idea can see and utilize then ugetsu can do what he wants.
idea smiles, kicking his feet against the floor. it sounds fun to him. ]
If you want to play your instrument, you can. I'd be your audience.
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and to answer: visually, perhaps.
[ it's probably true but whether serious or make-believe humor, the hypothetical child would be riddled likely with so many physical and mental detriments, that's really the thing ugetsu thinks of after his knee jerk response. then he lets it go because it is a joke isn't it. well either way... ]
convenient, as if i couldn't, i really would have to decline your generous offer.
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[ that makes him curious, just as much as the "visually" on the question of a child. it's so specific that idea thinks that the other must have concerns about the other parts of the make believed child.
oh, he shouldn't worry about such things when idea has so much control. ]
Has it always been this difficult to get a "yes" out of you? They call men like you hard to get. Haha.
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do they?
[ and then, a moment later, ]
playing alone doesn't bother me. practice goes more smoothly that way, typically.
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[ he's not asking for ugetsu to pay attention to him, rather to indulge him a little more. if he can smoke as much as he does, there's other questionable choices to also take up.
well, idea wouldn't want to be labeled as something questionable. ]
Why is that? You must be pulling my leg, but I do want to see you practice. I'm sure there's some way I could help.
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[ there is a part of ugetsu that is curious but there is also a bigger part of him that doesn't trust. all of this is offset by his general disregard for both his health and his safety in favor of the single-mindedness of music. he eyes the other message from the mystery number, the instructions and scant details and lets his gaze fall half-mast, looking for all the world like he's just going to take a nap at this point in the airport. perhaps he will. but before that, ]
i still don't quite understand what you're getting out of this, you know.
[ but he's interested enough to take the offer, this time. ]
can you believe my phone didnt post this tag
[ there he goes again showcasing his curiosity, he won't let things be as they should, and who is idea to take this away from him? he did ask, can't say that he didn't. what is he getting out of this? truthfully, it'd be information, a decision, the ending conclusion of where their relationship stands upon other things. ]
I want to be with you, isn't that more than enough of a reason? It's not so special that I need to profess it like love, unless you're into that sort of thing? Are you a romantic at heart?
[ maybe that's what he was expecting due to idea's curiosity about children and other things, but it takes time to acclimate a person from one view to another. ]
But if you choose to ignore that, we can focus on this: I need your help.
homophobic of it tbqh D<
[ one thing ugetsu certainly lacks is fear or much apprehension of anything. he asks because there's no downside to asking as far as he can tell, and if he's wrong then he's wrong and he'll deal with it then, if he has to. but the questions about hagiwara's own response make him pause, about to just ignore it outright before he sees the next part.
help?
well. ]
i remain curious.
[ the painfully obvious ignoring of everything else hagiwara said is, well, purposeful. but also ugetsu doesn't care about being beholden to answers himself even when he's the one who asked the question! it bears saying he doesn't mean any of it as a game either, as of yet. he genuinely is curious. curious enough to go through with the directions given to him at the time detailed and in the manner given. ]
honestly it did not like the way idea was speaking to him
[ let's see how far that curiosity goes, especially when it means he can pull ugetsu to wherever he'd like to satiate it. hopefully this means idea doesn't have to explain outright what he's having trouble with. ]
It's a once in a lifetime.
[ for him, maybe, but for idea this will be an ongoing occurrence if he's able to get everything like he wants it. who knew ugetsu could be so kind in a way that he hasn't brushed idea off yet, but that's probably die to idea baiting and pulling. just a little taste of the unknown, and lure the other in to want to understand it. truthfully, he did mean it when he wanted to take a vacation for a month, it's just work goes hand in hand with that too.
why not crush two birds with one stone? ]
dslkfsldsjlsj
[ a spade a spade, but that's fine. it's not as if ugetsu knows what the spade actually is, and in reality, if he did know or have more insight, it wouldn't make it a sudden no from him either. if he were to run this by anyone, as if he has anyone to run it by in the first place, that one person would tel him it is crazy and not to go. might even try to stop him even against his will.
the thought turns the corners of ugetsu's mouth up but it's not a happy expression.
he's tempted to tell his ex but if it doesn't go how ugetsu wants it to, he'll be even more discontent. this too has not always stopped him before, but maybe he is just curious enough for real. less about hagiwara and more about what he will get out of him, if anything.
a month? one full set of moon phases. he wonders if it will rain. ]
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[ a liar is a liar.
the less he gives the more ugetsu will come, and it works to his advantage that causes a smile to pull on idea's face. he's way too excited about the chance of seeing his friend face to face, and using him for his own personal desires. would ugetsu be mad at him? they've known each other long enough on the business aspect, idea likes to think. it's with playful intent that he continues. ]
❤️
[ his heart isn't so tiny, but maybe it'd be covered in black ooze from the way he truly acts. when he doesn't get his way, he can't help but hit and curse, becoming abusive to his very own slave. it's fortunate that the other is going along with this without tugging away which means only good things for those who serve under him. ]
I am ecstatic for your help, really. I won't know how to repay you.
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[ and skepticism is at an all time high but that doesn't stop ugetsu from agreeing, does it. even once he more fully understands why he's been half summoned half invited or maybe those percentages are off, well, either way, once he knows, it's not the kind of thing ugetsu gets angry about. if idea were to deny him his violin, that would make him angry. depending on his mood or how much he's had to drink, sometimes the mention of a certain someone can also prod at the fire that does in fact reside in ugetsu but that's tied to music as well. being used does not especially bother him, though he'll maybe have a hard time understanding the details and mechanics. not, perhaps, that he'll even try.
of course, once he knows, he could refuse. or in ugetsu's head there's always the option. on this, possibly, they won't agree, but that's a later problem.
in the end, there's no one who can hurt or abuse ugetsu more than himself, and that's a lifelong truth.
he eyes the heart and ignores it, but when he reads the last, he laughs down against the collar of his jacket. ]
i'm sure i'll think of something. having you owe me is also not bad, all things considered.
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[ best course of action is to want nothing from idea, but knowing that he, himself, could potentially have something ugetsu could gain is a good thing. this is where he understands his position as a resource that the man won't get rid of even if it's in his best interest.
the hagiwara family has a long line of questionable actions, covered up, but still a wealthy company can do whatever they want as long as there is no one to stop them. idea smiles only a little as he's curious himself what the other could even ask for, especially with the type of father he has, mostly everything shouldn't be out of ugetsu's reach depending on the means he uses to obtain them.
maybe that's where idea falls into play. ]
It is my generosity, haven't we know each other long enough that I extend my hand if you extend yours?
[ that's the baseline for anything between two people, but he continues. ]
Having me is a boon in your life, what's that phrase? Take your blessings as they come?
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[ despite his father's position, ugetsu prefers not to go that route for a few reasons. the fact that he's more willing to consider asking idea is...well, speaks for itself perhaps. either way, he doesn't feel the need to specify.
.
by the time it's actually the week he's going through with this slightly ridiculous plan, ugetsu is so restless he'd probably have still done it even if it had more red flags attached. he follows the instructions, perplexed by some, unfazed by others. either during the process with a moment to pause or after he's finished but before he's put on a plane or whatever form of transportation, he thinks to send a message, though he knows hagiwara is well informed of all happenings. ]
i did wonder what would happen if i didn't show up
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[ idea laughs at the thought of ugetsu leaving before the discussed time. there has been people watching him from their first message to inform idea of what he's been up to to ensure nothing goes outside of the future that idea has already thought up for them. he chooses not to admit that. ]
I would have made sure you weren't late.
[ surprising enough, it isn't a plane that's taking him, but rather there's a tall gentleman with cream colored hair, stitches embedded into the skin around his mouth to keep him from speaking, or maybe he can and chooses not to. around his neck is a dog collar with a leash, and he dresses formally with his dress shirt tucked in aside from the jacket over his clothes unbuttoned.
ugetsu's chauffeur wastes no time however, walking over to grab whatever bags the other is bringing along with him. the taller man offers a cursory glance at ugetsu before looking towards the vehicle, specifically the backseat where ugetsu should move to while he works with the luggage. ]
I see you didn't want to get rid of your phone, but it's fine. You'll be too busy with me to stay in contact with others.
my turn to be sure i replied to this lmao scream
[ stitches, that is, and ugetsu does wonder about them because it's such specific placement. collar and leash because who is it for? but there is also the part of him that, as he settles into the backseat, recognizes in a distanced sort of way that he only cares insofar as he's bored. his head throbs and there's a part of him that is apprehensive. often he prefers to be the one driving because it's the one surefire way to avoid his motion sickness, which sometimes can be quite violent. but for now he says nothing, not sure his gentlemanly driver can reply anyway.
to idea, however, ]
to be honest, i forgot. i'm not particularly attached
i prefer the radio.
[ not that they do the same thing per se. but for news. weather. like some old man. the radio works, and the reception doesn't die in his basement unit for some reason. ]
LMFAOOOO SOOO TRUEEE its ok i understand you the best
[ unspoken words of "would you like to match?", idea can help him with that. all ugetsu has to do is run his mouth to the point that he doesn't want to hear him anymore, and idea will go out his way to make sure that those lips are sealed. idea smiles, fox-like in appearance, but he moves when knowing today is a special day. ]
If you want the radio, then you should ask your driver. I can't say he'd listen, but it's worth a try. I'm so happy you decided to come along, there's so much I want to talk to you about.
[ from minor details about ugetsu's life to something more thoughtful about what he wants for the future, and then personal things such as what parts of his body he's willing to offer to science. hopefully that's not too rude considering he's gave his fingerprints first and foremost. ]
I want you to think about something during your ride, it's a rather interesting question that you may already know the answer to.
handshake meme forever
[ the comments that follow get no response from ugetsu for at least a few minutes. one could chalk this up to any number of reasons, but in fact there isn't one. not really. ugetsu just spaces out, a side effect of being overly tired perhaps or unconsciously stressed. when he finally does send a reply, he's sure it's less than what might be considered sufficient, but he doesn't trust idea despite agreeing to this little vacation. ]
i don't need the radio here, at least not yet.
and i can't promise to think about anything, since i might fall asleep any second, but i'm open to suggestions.
[ no matter any previous implications at any point in their interactions, ugetsu still believes he has full independence of the situation if he so chooses to exercise it. it's just that his curiosity outweighs that option still, for now. ]
always know you can take your time tho, no rush!!
[ this text message has something attached to it, a .pdf that ugetsu can click when he's ready. there's nothing else that follows after from idea as though he's leaving the remainder of ugetsu's full independence to himself. it's a pretty simple request though: click the link, read the information and follow up with it which can all be done within the car. it wouldn't make sense if it wasn't something he could do then and there, but there's a low sigh from the driver as he reaches for his own phone.
horrible etiquette of how he shouldn't be on his phone and drive, but he does pretty well managing with watching the road.
idea would never take advantage of someone so soon, truthfully, he likes his friend so much that he'd at least play with him before suggesting he does do the things that idea want.
for now, it's the freedom of choice.
... ]
you too tho! never any rush! backtagging is very real and true
to idea, it will seem like ugetsu is "typing..." forever, because he fell asleep with his phone open on the reply screen. whether he's woken up by another text from idea or a call or arriving at the mystery destination is anyone's guess. but for now, he sleeps. as honest a look as he ever has off the stage. ]
happpy new year and i hope you had a wonderful christmas!!
happy new yearrrr things are nuts im sorry this was so delayed 💔