[ yuzuru is right, in that sense, that it wouldn't really be very normal if she were to summon their newest servant to her quarters, especially since most of the other courtesans don't exactly bother with the servants all that much, let alone call them by name, even.
but one, arashi has never really conformed to existing conventions that much, and two, she's always had a keen eye for new, interesting things (and people, evidently) and unfortunately, yuzuru happens to fall squarely right into that second category.
she's also insistent enough to get what she wants, apparently, since she hears rather than sees him approach - the sound of the screen door closing behind him, quick, efficient, and his words, ever so deferential.
how refined. ]
As a matter of fact, I did, Yuzuru-chan~ ♪ [ no need to worry about getting on her bad side, considering how bright her tone is, although it's also fairly evident to tell that she's kind of distracted, peering intently into a mirror and fiddling with the mess of jewelled pins and combs stuck in her hair. ] I was wondering if you'd gotten my message since I couldn't find you earlier~
[ technicalities. but anyway, it's only then that she pauses, lifts her head slightly to catch his gaze in the mirror, lifting one hand to sort of beckon him closer without leaving her seat, that official invitation that he's looking out for, most likely.
she didn't exactly ask him to bring up the sweets for her, but hey, that gesture definitely earned yuzuru quite a few affection points. ]
Thank you~ That's quite kind of you, Yuzuru-chan. You can leave it on the table-- [ and here she gestures to an empty spot on the vanity in front of her, and she'll wait until he comes a little bit closer! ] --I do need your help in undressing, actually.
I hear you're well versed in handling formal kimono? ♪
[ Perhaps he doesn't realize or believe at all that he is that interesting to Arashi. Surrounded by shrewd managers and fanciful entertainers, surely a servant like him must be a dull speck in comparison. That said, connections are always beneficial to have. He does not suffer the brunt of how cutthroat the red-light district is beneath its splendor. He approaches the courtesan when she invites, seemingly unfazed by that casual gesture as she fixes her hair. Fake it til you make it. Except he really doesn't have to fake confidence. ]
Well, I am here now for you. I hope others weren't keeping me on purpose.
[ He sets the box of sweets where she directs him to, but that other request... Well he raises an eyebrow. Rather than stay idle and ponder that bit of info about him being known like that though, he kneels beside her, smiling gently. ]
You'll be in good hands, Narukami-sama.
[ That's quite a tone to take... Hm, it would be foolish to act flustered from a professional's charms, however. So without facing her, Yuzuru takes his fingers and drags them over the collar of Arashi's outer kimono, settling them at the top of her obi. He places enough pressure that she could feel it under the layers of silk. ]
That's surprising though, wouldn't this be reserved for more experienced staff... Or perhaps your patrons?
[ "fake it til you make it" sure is a thing that they all live by, although sometimes interesting things can be found within so-called dull specks. ]
I hope not. [ her smile is razor sharp, despite how friendly it looks - you don't get to the top of the proverbial food chain without being ruthless at the right time. every rose has its thorns, and arashi is no exception. ] I'd be rather... disappointed if they were. You served in a noble house before, didn't you?
[ and there's a slight change in her tone; it's light, amused, almost, even as arashi picks up a comb from her dresser to drag it through her hair a couple of times, just enough to tame it.
after all, if there's one thing that arashi is good at, besides being a pretty face and a charming entertainer, that would be socialising and trading backroom gossip. things like these are easy to come by when she knows who to talk to and she's got it handled right down to an art form.
it's also perhaps not really a coincidence that the placement of yuzuru's fingers on the top of her obi makes her straighten her posture just that little bit more, sitting up more upright. ]
That makes you more qualified than most of the other servants here, I should think~ ♪ It would be a shame if such an expensive asset was ruined, right?
[ she does, however, reach for the box of sweets which yuzuru brought up for her, now that she's done with her hair. ]
My next engagement is a few hours from now, anyway, and it's never comfortable to wear this for too long. But you'll take care of me in the meantime, won't you, Yuzuru-chan? ♪
[ if she wasn't flirting with him before... well, that's pretty blatant. ]
[ Unlike his usual tone of politeness that hides a sharp acuity for a mere servant... Yuzuru takes on a more nostalgic, wistful tone. His smile doesn't quite falter, but it does well to express, not hide lingering feelings. ]
Yes. Unfortunately, the family had become destitute through some misfortunes. To help them out of their debts, I was sold here.
[ Enough of that talk though, while Yuzuru was being quite frank, in the end his past experience is just helping him adjust here. He feels his actions can speak far better with words in handling Arashi's garments anyhow, undoing the knot of her obi with deft fingers. In mere moments the silk is set aside and folded like an oversized ribbon. He seems to grab a piece of candy for himself after, but instead he brings it to Arashi's mouth before working on the more practical ribbons that still hold her ensemble and layers together. Think of it as a reward for her patience. ]
Is that so... Then I'd be honored to take care of you, Arashi-sama.
[ Well, that flirting isn't going to go over his head. He sounds almost grateful for her attention, and yet he too is amused a little. Her neck and part of her collarbone are already exposed, so he leaves light kisses there, gently to not leave a mark. ]
[ it's sincere, at least, because what else is there to say to that bad turn of luck? anything else would probably be heartless... it's best to leave it at that, though, letting that line of conversation drop off while she busies herself with, well, watching (or observing, to put it another way) the way yuzuru undoes her obi with deft fingers.
while he sets the silk aside, she's about to take off the top layer of her kimono when--
oh. well, that's kind of unexpected.
she's more used to her flirting being unreciprocated, or for some of the servants to feel uncomfortable, even, so she's mildly surprised by what follows after - the candy, the flirting back and the kisses.
and honestly, it's probably the habitual professionalism that causes her to recover relatively quickly, because he's probably close enough to hear the soft hitch of her breath. ]
... Do you like it? It was a present. [ her tone is probably a little bit more playful, teasing, and arashi does tilt her head to the side, giving him more access. she wouldn't say no to more kisses, clearly. ] I have a weakness for sweet things, apparently~ ♪
[ His tone is soft and reassuring; while he quietly appreciates the sympathy, it's not something to really dwell on for now. Considering the mood right now set by the two, to express some wistful Ness would be a little inappropriate.
That's probably ironic here, but. He catches on her to her hitched breath, she's probably surprised he reciprocated the flirting? He's far from reserved to just sit there and take it... One has to survive being a servant to an arrogant family somehow without losing your pride and dignity. ]
You are quite pampered, are you not?
[ He tugs down her kimono, letting it catch on her elbows. What a complicated outfit... But he doesnt mind gently pulling it apart at all, seeing as he's preoccupied with what's underneath and not even looking down. Yuzuru breathes in deeply, glancing up with fuschia eyes. ]
I would like to try something sweet, myself. Would you be so kind as to grant such a favor?
[ He raises his head to be level with hers, resting a hand on her cheek. He wonders if she'd actually kiss him. It would be a touch scandalous on his part to initiate something like that, but Arashi has the status to play with her new things. ]
Eh... you say it like it's a bad thing, Yuzuru-chan... ♪
[ ...... technically? yuzuru isn't wrong? having servants at her beck and call is literally the definition of pampered, but it's a perk that definitely comes with her station and how she's worked to be one of the top courtesans in this house. she deserves this?
the kimono does fall apart easily in a flutter of red and gold silk, exposing the underlying layers of her outfit when she sheds the elaborate, heavy fabric off her shoulders. it's much more comfortable now even if there are a few more layers to go before he reaches bare skin, evidenced by how she shifts so that her posture isn't completely ramrod straight, like she's not holding herself as perfectly poised as before.
his request is met by an amused chuckle, bright violet eyes meeting his fuchsia ones and holding eye contact for a good few seconds before leaning into his touch.
the tray of sweets is still in arashi's lap, and it's not difficult for her to pick out one small piece of chocolate at random before feeding it to yuzuru, chasing it with a quick kiss that offers only a slight taste of the sweetness of both her lip gloss and the chocolate.
it's with a small, catlike grin that she pulls away. he's going to have to work for it, you know. ☆ ]
Was that to your taste, Yuzuru-chan? Or would you want another taste, something a little sweeter? They say chocolate is supposed to be a kind of aphrodisiac, you know~?
[ wink. she's still close enough to lean in and give him another kiss if he asks for it. it would be scandalous if he initiated it, but arashi doesn't mind indulging in a request. ]
I made no implications, but you don't seem to mind confirming my comment.
[ He would hope Arashi is more comfortable like this. While Yuzuru is a stickler for things in proper order and tidied up, there is something about the courtesan's relaxed posture that's... alluring. The easiness could be contagious were he a more laid-back individual. Is this how her clients feel, slowly being caught in a sweet, sensual trap of her beauty?
He isn't complaining though with the taste of literal sweetness from her lips and the chocolate. Normally, he'd use a towel to clean his mind uth for traces of food, but that would feel impolite here. Spurred just a bit by her behavior, he uses his fingers, the slowly licks them clean. ]
It was. But, I still seem to find greater joy in serving others.
[ Taking another piece of chocolate, rather than use his fingers to to feed her these decadently rumored sweets,he bites on a corner. With close, it's easy to beckon Arashi to take that treat from him. And while continuing to peel away at the layers is tempting, the pace set now is slower than that. He lets a stray hand hand slip under though, stroking her bare side. ]
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but one, arashi has never really conformed to existing conventions that much, and two, she's always had a keen eye for new, interesting things (and people, evidently) and unfortunately, yuzuru happens to fall squarely right into that second category.
she's also insistent enough to get what she wants, apparently, since she hears rather than sees him approach - the sound of the screen door closing behind him, quick, efficient, and his words, ever so deferential.
how refined. ]
As a matter of fact, I did, Yuzuru-chan~ ♪ [ no need to worry about getting on her bad side, considering how bright her tone is, although it's also fairly evident to tell that she's kind of distracted, peering intently into a mirror and fiddling with the mess of jewelled pins and combs stuck in her hair. ] I was wondering if you'd gotten my message since I couldn't find you earlier~
[ technicalities. but anyway, it's only then that she pauses, lifts her head slightly to catch his gaze in the mirror, lifting one hand to sort of beckon him closer without leaving her seat, that official invitation that he's looking out for, most likely.
she didn't exactly ask him to bring up the sweets for her, but hey, that gesture definitely earned yuzuru quite a few affection points. ]
Thank you~ That's quite kind of you, Yuzuru-chan. You can leave it on the table-- [ and here she gestures to an empty spot on the vanity in front of her, and she'll wait until he comes a little bit closer! ] --I do need your help in undressing, actually.
I hear you're well versed in handling formal kimono? ♪
[ okay, now, she's teasing. ]
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Well, I am here now for you. I hope others weren't keeping me on purpose.
[ He sets the box of sweets where she directs him to, but that other request... Well he raises an eyebrow. Rather than stay idle and ponder that bit of info about him being known like that though, he kneels beside her, smiling gently. ]
You'll be in good hands, Narukami-sama.
[ That's quite a tone to take... Hm, it would be foolish to act flustered from a professional's charms, however. So without facing her, Yuzuru takes his fingers and drags them over the collar of Arashi's outer kimono, settling them at the top of her obi. He places enough pressure that she could feel it under the layers of silk. ]
That's surprising though, wouldn't this be reserved for more experienced staff... Or perhaps your patrons?
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I hope not. [ her smile is razor sharp, despite how friendly it looks - you don't get to the top of the proverbial food chain without being ruthless at the right time. every rose has its thorns, and arashi is no exception. ] I'd be rather... disappointed if they were. You served in a noble house before, didn't you?
[ and there's a slight change in her tone; it's light, amused, almost, even as arashi picks up a comb from her dresser to drag it through her hair a couple of times, just enough to tame it.
after all, if there's one thing that arashi is good at, besides being a pretty face and a charming entertainer, that would be socialising and trading backroom gossip. things like these are easy to come by when she knows who to talk to and she's got it handled right down to an art form.
it's also perhaps not really a coincidence that the placement of yuzuru's fingers on the top of her obi makes her straighten her posture just that little bit more, sitting up more upright. ]
That makes you more qualified than most of the other servants here, I should think~ ♪ It would be a shame if such an expensive asset was ruined, right?
[ she does, however, reach for the box of sweets which yuzuru brought up for her, now that she's done with her hair. ]
My next engagement is a few hours from now, anyway, and it's never comfortable to wear this for too long. But you'll take care of me in the meantime, won't you, Yuzuru-chan? ♪
[ if she wasn't flirting with him before... well, that's pretty blatant. ]
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Yes. Unfortunately, the family had become destitute through some misfortunes. To help them out of their debts, I was sold here.
[ Enough of that talk though, while Yuzuru was being quite frank, in the end his past experience is just helping him adjust here. He feels his actions can speak far better with words in handling Arashi's garments anyhow, undoing the knot of her obi with deft fingers. In mere moments the silk is set aside and folded like an oversized ribbon. He seems to grab a piece of candy for himself after, but instead he brings it to Arashi's mouth before working on the more practical ribbons that still hold her ensemble and layers together. Think of it as a reward for her patience. ]
Is that so... Then I'd be honored to take care of you, Arashi-sama.
[ Well, that flirting isn't going to go over his head. He sounds almost grateful for her attention, and yet he too is amused a little. Her neck and part of her collarbone are already exposed, so he leaves light kisses there, gently to not leave a mark. ]
Your perfume is lovely...
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[ it's sincere, at least, because what else is there to say to that bad turn of luck? anything else would probably be heartless... it's best to leave it at that, though, letting that line of conversation drop off while she busies herself with, well, watching (or observing, to put it another way) the way yuzuru undoes her obi with deft fingers.
while he sets the silk aside, she's about to take off the top layer of her kimono when--
oh. well, that's kind of unexpected.
she's more used to her flirting being unreciprocated, or for some of the servants to feel uncomfortable, even, so she's mildly surprised by what follows after - the candy, the flirting back and the kisses.
and honestly, it's probably the habitual professionalism that causes her to recover relatively quickly, because he's probably close enough to hear the soft hitch of her breath. ]
... Do you like it? It was a present. [ her tone is probably a little bit more playful, teasing, and arashi does tilt her head to the side, giving him more access. she wouldn't say no to more kisses, clearly. ] I have a weakness for sweet things, apparently~ ♪
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[ His tone is soft and reassuring; while he quietly appreciates the sympathy, it's not something to really dwell on for now. Considering the mood right now set by the two, to express some wistful Ness would be a little inappropriate.
That's probably ironic here, but. He catches on her to her hitched breath, she's probably surprised he reciprocated the flirting? He's far from reserved to just sit there and take it... One has to survive being a servant to an arrogant family somehow without losing your pride and dignity. ]
You are quite pampered, are you not?
[ He tugs down her kimono, letting it catch on her elbows. What a complicated outfit... But he doesnt mind gently pulling it apart at all, seeing as he's preoccupied with what's underneath and not even looking down. Yuzuru breathes in deeply, glancing up with fuschia eyes. ]
I would like to try something sweet, myself. Would you be so kind as to grant such a favor?
[ He raises his head to be level with hers, resting a hand on her cheek. He wonders if she'd actually kiss him. It would be a touch scandalous on his part to initiate something like that, but Arashi has the status to play with her new things. ]
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[ ...... technically? yuzuru isn't wrong? having servants at her beck and call is literally the definition of pampered, but it's a perk that definitely comes with her station and how she's worked to be one of the top courtesans in this house. she deserves this?
the kimono does fall apart easily in a flutter of red and gold silk, exposing the underlying layers of her outfit when she sheds the elaborate, heavy fabric off her shoulders. it's much more comfortable now even if there are a few more layers to go before he reaches bare skin, evidenced by how she shifts so that her posture isn't completely ramrod straight, like she's not holding herself as perfectly poised as before.
his request is met by an amused chuckle, bright violet eyes meeting his fuchsia ones and holding eye contact for a good few seconds before leaning into his touch.
the tray of sweets is still in arashi's lap, and it's not difficult for her to pick out one small piece of chocolate at random before feeding it to yuzuru, chasing it with a quick kiss that offers only a slight taste of the sweetness of both her lip gloss and the chocolate.
it's with a small, catlike grin that she pulls away. he's going to have to work for it, you know. ☆ ]
Was that to your taste, Yuzuru-chan? Or would you want another taste, something a little sweeter? They say chocolate is supposed to be a kind of aphrodisiac, you know~?
[ wink. she's still close enough to lean in and give him another kiss if he asks for it. it would be scandalous if he initiated it, but arashi doesn't mind indulging in a request. ]
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[ He would hope Arashi is more comfortable like this. While Yuzuru is a stickler for things in proper order and tidied up, there is something about the courtesan's relaxed posture that's... alluring. The easiness could be contagious were he a more laid-back individual. Is this how her clients feel, slowly being caught in a sweet, sensual trap of her beauty?
He isn't complaining though with the taste of literal sweetness from her lips and the chocolate. Normally, he'd use a towel to clean his mind uth for traces of food, but that would feel impolite here. Spurred just a bit by her behavior, he uses his fingers, the slowly licks them clean. ]
It was. But, I still seem to find greater joy in serving others.
[ Taking another piece of chocolate, rather than use his fingers to to feed her these decadently rumored sweets,he bites on a corner. With close, it's easy to beckon Arashi to take that treat from him. And while continuing to peel away at the layers is tempting, the pace set now is slower than that. He lets a stray hand hand slip under though, stroking her bare side. ]