[ huffs... she puts her hands down after a moment. giving him a look!! but there's a little twinkle, she isn't upset by his teasing. it's a bit fun, really ]
...It probably won't last forever. [ and that's being realistic, not pessimistic. ] But, in the meantime, despite everything I'm happy.
That's my girl. [ he squeezes her hand after and gives her a big grin. soft... happy. ] It's nice to see you this happy, Uriel. Temporary or otherwise.
.. Thank you, Lu Bixing. It's the same for you, you know? [ she squeezes in return, gaze fond. ] Whatever comes of the party, I hope you're able to get that opportunity to go back home. Both you and Lin Jingheng together.
Me too. I want to bring him home. [ back to his home. going to the biome was a poor substitute, really, but it was inspiration. a reason to keep moving forward.
he's quiet for a moment longer, and then he scooches a little closer, and says, ] ....okay. Speaking of... It's a secret, so don't tell anyone, but - I think I'm going to try and propose to Lin.
[ see he thought uriel would appreciate this. his cheeks pinken a little and he nods, flustered but pleased, like an embarrassed schoolkid. ]
I think - before. We were sort of talking about it, kind of, and I made a joke about not having kids out of wedlock and making an honest man out of Lin, and then he said "not if I make one out of you first", and I think that was a challenge? So I definitely can't lose, Uriel. I have to make sure I get the jump on him.
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Uriel, hiding your face doesn't make you not make a face.
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...It probably won't last forever. [ and that's being realistic, not pessimistic. ] But, in the meantime, despite everything I'm happy.
[ ah, her cheeks still feel warm.]
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Good. He better be nice to you, or I'll beat him up.
[ this is
so obviously a joke ]
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Nice isn't one of his finest qualities. [ said teasingly]
I'll just light his ass on fire if it comes down to it.
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That's my girl. [ he squeezes her hand after and gives her a big grin. soft... happy. ] It's nice to see you this happy, Uriel. Temporary or otherwise.
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.. Thank you, Lu Bixing. It's the same for you, you know? [ she squeezes in return, gaze fond. ] Whatever comes of the party, I hope you're able to get that opportunity to go back home. Both you and Lin Jingheng together.
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cute... ]
Me too. I want to bring him home. [ back to his home. going to the biome was a poor substitute, really, but it was inspiration. a reason to keep moving forward.
he's quiet for a moment longer, and then he scooches a little closer, and says, ] ....okay. Speaking of... It's a secret, so don't tell anyone, but - I think I'm going to try and propose to Lin.
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...Eh?!
[ SHE IS SHOCKED, wait she shouldn't be BUT SHE IS? her eyes are just sparkling. ]
That's good news, Lu Bixing-! I won't tell anyone!! Are you going to try soon..? Or after the party?
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I think - before. We were sort of talking about it, kind of, and I made a joke about not having kids out of wedlock and making an honest man out of Lin, and then he said "not if I make one out of you first", and I think that was a challenge? So I definitely can't lose, Uriel. I have to make sure I get the jump on him.
[
romance ] But it has to be perfect.
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It should be perfect! You both deserve it, definitely.
[ offers a sweeter smile. ]
It'll go well, I'm sure of it, Lu Bixing.
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Thanks - I hope so. [ a beat. ] Do you know somewhere around here I could try and find a ring, maybe...? That's step one.
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[ me also taking control of the wheel and saying there's probably a ring store maybe could be a question for the mods but also ]
I'm sure there's one in this area.
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Then, that'll be step one! I'll find something. Something impressive.