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Sixth Rose: Commitment [CLOSED] [forward dated to December 25th]

Who: Aya and Selphie
What: Gift exchange
Where: their apartment?
When: Forward Dated to December 25th, in the early morning ~~because he doubts if Selphie can sleep in.~~
Warnings: sap!

[For months, Aya had been meticulously planning for this day. He had to hide his gift for Selphie when it was finally completed, which was relatively easy. Storing it at work was the best idea, and just taking it home when the day came was a cinch. The difficult part was getting things set up before Selphie could wake up.]

[In the end, he just decided to not even bother and just bring it out when they opened presents together.]

[So he was half awake and half asleep in bed, just waiting on Selphie to make the first move. It's only a matter of time before she wakes up. He was sure she would like the gift he picked for her with help from Ayame, but the second one...might get a reaction he hadn't planned on.]

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[Definitely hard to forget it's Christmas.]

[His plan had, fortunately, included making breakfast, and he knew just what she would like. So with a nod, Aya kissed her cheek before getting up. Once on his feet, he gives a good stretch.]

There is one gift you can have now. We'll need it for breakfast anyway. [Aya bends down and grabs a nicely wrapped gift in red paper and a green ribbon, handing it to her. The box is not that small, but not too big.]

*Selphie's eyes light up at the prospect of a gift, and she gratefully takes it from him, at first admiring the wrapping before she sits down on the edge of the bed and opens it*

Waffles! That's perfect!

*Still cradling the box in her arm, Selphie gets up to kiss him in thanks. Then she's searching under some things in her section of the wardrobe, finally pulling out a smaller box than the one he'd given her*

You can use this for breakfast too!

*Inside is a very artistically made mug shaped like a green watering can*

[Aya pulls out the mug, looking at it in curiosity. He...tries to smile, but his confusion just blots it out completely.]

How do I drink out of it? [From the spout?]

*Selphie just laughs and shakes her head then lifts the little lid from the top - there isn't actually anywhere for it to pour out of the spout*

From there.

*She gives him a look along with her smile and gently puts the lid back on*

And you're welcome, by the way.

*So she'll just go grab her robe and slippers now*

[It was so simple...]

...ah, I see.

[Actually not having hot liquid coming out the spout makes it perfect to hold with two hands.] Thank you. I really do like it. [Just in case that wasn't clear earlier.]

[He, too, gets up, but forgoes a robe and just gets his slippers on his feet.] There's ice cream to eat with the waffles, just so you know.

[Of course, the ice cream will be regulated.]

*No, Aya, it wasn't that clear - with his facial expressions sometimes it was genuinely hard to tell if he was pleased oe not. But when he does thank her, he gets a warm smile in response and she all but skips her way out of the room*

Ice cream for breakfasr? Really? I feel so spoiled!

[He can't help that's how his face normally is!]

[Carrying his gift into their kitchen, Aya sets it down on the counter and starts to prepare the batter, bringing out a small bowl for mixing and all the necessary ingredients, which he pre-mixed together the night before, save the liquid ingredients.]

Well, miracles are supposed to happen on days like this, right? [He chuckles lightly while he works.]

*Selphie grabs a stool and pulls it over to the counter so that she can watch him as he makes the waffles*

All sorts of Christmas miracles!

*She drums her fingers lightly on her new waffle iron and leans over to plug it into the wall*

Speaking of... we can do presents straight after breakfast, right? I mean, I really wanna enjoy breakfast with you but I'm excited to give you your gift too!

Well, yeah. That was the plan. Unless you changed your mind? [Aya smirks softly to her, mixing the batter with a whisk after adding the liquid ingredients.]

Nopes - I think that's the best idea.

*Selphie grins and nods - it's the best idea because a kitten will only distract them from their breakfast after all*

Hey - will I make us some tea while you're doing that? Or some coffee?

[He takes a ladle from a drawer to the side of him and dips it into the batter.] Are you going to choose something weird? [He remembers how she thought some teas were just strange to her.] I think tea is a better choice. Still not really a coffee person.

[With the ladle full of batter, he opens the waffle iron and pours it onto the hot iron molds, making sure to not pour too much. He then closes it, glad to see not a lot of spill over afterwards.]

Well, I did find a chocolate flavoured tea that I haven't been brave enough to try...

*Selphie is now busying herself around the kitchen, boiling water and preparing the tea, using Aya's new mug*

So what tea will it be?

*Whatever he chooses, she makes it just the way he would like it - she was very used to making him tea by now. Once it's done, Selphie takes the tea back to him*

All done!

[As he was about to lift the lid to the waffle maker, Aya looked to Selphie with a...not a look of disgust, but of concern?]

Chocolate? [He's never heard of a chocolate tea. It sounds like too much to consume with waffles and ice cream.] I'll have green tea.

[He takes out the first waffle and starts on the next one.] How many do you think you can eat?

[Once the teas are done, he's already on the third waffle, creating a stack on one plate.]

Green tea it is!

*So she makes a pot and leaves the tea resting, putting out a couple of cups and settling back on her stool*

Well...ordinarily I'd say four... but if I'm having ice cream too, then I'll say two! Or...maybe three!

Let's start with two. I can make extra if you're still hungry.

[Cooking for them both actually settles him, since his mind is preoccupied with what he has planned. Selphie's enthusiasm keeps him grounded and in a good mood. Yet even with their lengthy past, Aya still gets nervous about things of the heart.]

[He finishes up their waffles, cutting a few pieces of butter on top and leaving the syrup in the bottle while bringing it and their food to the table. It's easier to pour out their own amount of syrup.]

*When Aya presented her with the waffles, Selphie clapped her hands together. He's treated to a quick kiss on the cheek too before she settles down at the table, eagerly picking up her cutlery*

Aya. You amaze me every time. Not just a gorgeous face, that's for sure!

*She helps herself to plenty of syrup and announces a bright 'Merry Christmas' before digging in*

These. Are. So. Delicous!

[There's a sheepish smile on his face as he settles down across from her. The delight on her face makes him feel relieved.]

I followed a recipe from the internet. I've never actually made waffles before. [He takes the syrup, pours a bit over his waffles, before cutting a piece out and tasting for himself. Safe to say that he's surprised by how nice it is.] Wow, that is pretty good.

You're so clever!

*Selphie gighles and, as she sips at her green tea, just looks at him with obvious adoration*

This is a perfect breakfast. If only we could do this every day!

*Which just isn't likely on mornings when she is running late to teach at the high school*

Although if we did, your girlfriend would probably end up a bit more...round than usual.

...isn't that what you would do? [He thought everyone looked on the internet for recipes...]

If that happened, we'd have to wake up early each day to exercise. [There is a bit of a mischievous smile on his face, knowing that Selphie sometimes was late in waking up. Which could only mean she wouldn't like waking up an hour before she had to for exercise. He takes up his tea and sips it after a couple more bites.]

Well, yeah, I would. But even if I followed those recipes and ideas, there's no way they'd turn out the way that yours have.

*And she further makes her point by eating a few forkfuls, happily eating away and making hums of happiness*

But then... I'd not have enough sleep. So sure, I'd look like a model, but I'd be cranky all the time. Which would you rather have, huh?

*Selphie points her fork at him with her head tilted, though she knows he probably doesn't much like the idea of her moaning and whinging all the time*

Maybe...it does take a bit of patience, overall.

[He's not the best cook, but following a recipe to the letter is easy enough.]

[...that last question definitely feels like a trap. So Aya pauses in eating and just stares at her, trying to figure out the best answer.]

Whatever you decide, I'll support you, as long as it's good for you in the end.

[That should be fine, right??]

*Selphie finishes her pancakes and puts down her fork, tilting her head at him and his answer*

You are too cute, Ran. Always with the cute things to say.

*She thinks about this for a moment before giggling and sliding off her stool*

Ready for your present now?

[Aya chuckles, only about halfway through his own before Selphie gets up from her seat. Blinking, he puts down his utensils while giving her his attention.]

Do I need to get up?

Nopes! Just you enjoy your Christmas pancakes, and I'll be a few minutes while I fetch it!

*She reaches up to kiss him on the cheek before skipping from the room, clearly excited and pleased with herself, which might be a worrying combo. She does take at least five minutes before she is outside the kitchen again, whispering to someone or something before she enters. In her hands is a red box, though from how she is carrying it he won't be able to see the holes in the top until she puts it down in front of him*

Merry Christmas, Ran...

*And she takes a step back, just beaming at him with all the love in the world*

[Her extended departure made him worry a bit, but once Selphie emerged again with a rather red box, Aya relaxes. As the box is set down in front of him, he sees the holes on the top and raises an eyebrow. With once glance at Selphie, Aya opens the gift and he smiles in delight at the kitten inside.]

How long have you been hiding this? [Carefully, Aya takes the kitten out the box and holds it in his arms, stroking its head gently.]

Not too long, don't worry - he's been safe.

*Selphie smiles as he smiles, watching as he takes the kitten and strokes it. She bounces lightly from foot to foot, looking a little anxious still about it*

Do you like it...? I mean, you don't mind...?

It's a really wonderful gift, Selphie. [He turns her way and smiles to her gently.] Thank you. [Aya pries the claws off his shirt before he places the kitten back into the box, lid off, before standing.] I hope you're ready for yours.

[In his mind, Aya hopes he's ready.]

[He goes into a closet meant for hanging coats and jackets, and pulls out a rectangular box, traditionally wrapped in cloth in the shade of sunflower yellow. It was well hidden if only because he covered it with a black fabric and pushed it to the back of the closet floor. Bringing it over to their table, he clears a few of their dishes to make room. Once the box is untied and opened, Selphie will find an ornate kimono inside, with matching obi, geta, and various other accessories to accompany it.]

*Selphie breathes a sigh of happy relief when Aya smiles, and she grins back at him widely at a job well done*

Oh, yeah, presents!

*In her excitement to give him his gifts, she had momentarily foegotten about him giving her gifts. She claps her hands at the sight of the box, opening it very gently and gasping as the beautiful contents - she almost barely dares to touch them*

Oh... Ran... These are gorgeous... Truly gorgeous!

I have my own kimono, in blue, and I've arranged to have photos taken of us anytime we'd like. [Aya watches Selphie as she admires her gift cautiously. He's relieved she likes this part of the gift so far.]

There's...something else, too. [Even as he starts to bring up the idea of another gift, Aya feels a bit uneasy, or nervous even.]

Really? Photos of us together?

*Selphie looks up in obvious excitement, her eyes shining at the prospect - he wasn't really one for photos or that kind of thing, so this was something different and new, and she loves the idea*
...more?

*She genuinely seems surprised by this, looking again at the kimono in the box - he was spoiling her. Selphie looks over at the box with the kitten, worried that her present won't seem that great after all*

[He wasn't photogenic at all, so their photo session should be interesting, to say the least.]

[Aya stands up and walks the short distance over to Selphie, taking her left hand into his right. With all the missions and training he's done over the years, this has to be the most difficult one. He has to use his emotions and words instead of a sword, which isn't the easiest of tasks for an assassin.]

[He bends down to one knee, and pulls out from his pocket a black ring box, revealing an engagement ring, simple in design. He looks up to Selphie, putting on a small smile for her while gauging her reaction.]

Will you marry me, Selphie?

*Yeah, right, Aya - you're far more photogenic than you think! Selphie smiles fondly as he takes her hand like that, clearly expecting nothing more than the usual affection at that moment.

But then he bends on one knee and her heart almost explodes with the possibility of what this might mean. Her heart seems to tremble like a hummingbird and she clasps her hand to her mouth as he reveals the ring, At once as he asks the question, Selphie yelps with happy tears and nods her head vigorously. Selphie's eyes, despite being full of tears, are bright and loving, gazing directly into his*

Yes! Oh, yes! Oh yes, yes, yes, I will!

[...does Selphie have a stash of hidden candid photos of him?]

[The ring is taken out the box and Aya slides it gently onto her finger. He had to take
a guess about the size, glad that he's mostly right about the fit. He looks up at her with the same amount of love and just smiles to her.]

I didn't have a plan b if you said no.

*Selphie's tears turn into happy laughter and she looks fit to burst with happiness when he puts that ring on her finger*

Oh Ran...

*Selphie stares at the ring, just admiring it for a moment, before looking back up at him. She practically throws herself at him as she launches into a hug, squeezing him tightly*

Did you really even think you'd need a plan b?!

[Each time he embraces her is a reminder to Aya about how lucky he's become. It makes him apprehensive at times to enjoy it, but he's long convinced himself that he deserves it. Or at least deserves to enjoy it for however long it lasts.]

I guess not, but you never know. It's nice to be reassured in the end.

[Once their hug ends, Aya keeps her at arms length, hands on her hips as he smiles warmly to Selphie.]

The ring isn't too much? [He's sure she wouldn't want something elaborate, but nothing too small, either.]

Then rest assured, because I'm with you and I don't want to be anywhere else.

*Selphie kisses his cheek as she pulls back, still beaming up at him with bright eyes and a huge smile. This entire experience was just so dazzling to her - he'd really honestly asked her to marry him. She giggles with the excitement of it all, slowly shaking her head as he asks about the ring*

Oh, no! It's perfect!

*She lifts her hand and holds it up to the light, moving her wrist this way and that so that she can watch it sparkle. Her eyes are transfixed on that now, that symbol that meant that they would always be together. That realisation hits it, and her eyes begin to fill with tears, some already escaping and splashing down her cheek*

[Aya smiles while Selphie watches the ring sparkle, but it soon fades once he notices the tears coming down. Placing a hand on her shoulder, he tries to turn her attention back to him.]

What is it? [His voice is gentle, only wanting her to speak when, or if, she was ready to.]

I just- I just-

*Nope. She wasn't ready to stop crying. In fact, trying to speak only seemed to make it worse*

I just didn't think -

*Selphie attaches herself to him with her arms wrapped tightly around him*

I never... I never thought you would -

*She has to clear her throat to get the words out, tipping her head back so that she can gaze up at him, her eyes swimming with tears*

Never thought you would love me enough to want to spend the rest of your life with me... But I'm glad. I'm so, so glad, Ran...

*And at last she finally breaks out a smile*

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Sixth Rose: Commitment [CLOSED] [forward dated to December 25th]

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Urgh I somehow lost this tag...

TEN THOUSAND YEARS LATER..........

They are 2getha 4eva so they have time...!

/sighs in relief!!

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/buckles down to get them engaged!!

Whee!!~~

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