[He's relieved at that. Though he doesn't get much chance to really process more than that. Before Vanitas initiates another kiss. He blinks, but it's only for a second in his initial surprise before his eyes close. Before his head instinctively tilts slightly, his hand raises from the other's shoulder to Vanitas's cheek and hair. Maybe it might be a little awkward at first, but it was like anything else, right? Practice? At least, in theory. It isn't like they're in a major rush. So for now, he just tries to savor this. He's still a little hesitant to really part his lips, but that might come instinctively in time. When he might be more comfortable with this. Or just more caught in the moment to not be so in his head about it.]
[ For as eager as Vanitas can be - and Noé's seen it happen before, with Jeanne - he's in no rush right now. He's content, seems to relax when Noé runs a hand through his hair. This is comfortable. This feels like them, at the end of the day.
When he pulls away, he looks at his partner with rosy cheeks. ]
Still fine.
[ Noé may be inexperienced, but Vanitas figured it might be better that way. That way there's no rushing or carelessness that could lead to something undesirable happening. ]
Good. I was mostly just worried about hurting you. Well. That and that I'm still figuring this out.
[He's just kind of taking it slowly. Letting the other take the lead in whatever he feels comfortable with. It seems to have been working thus far, at least. He figures if the other thought he was doing that badly, Vanitas would have said something. Or shown him, maybe. So hopefully it wasn't too awful. Even if he is new at this. He wants to get it right. If there is anything he might be doing wrong. Or too hesitant about. Which is likely the case with his fangs.]
[ You and I both, he thinks. Sure, he's kissed someone and all, but Noé is the emotionally mature one and they're both figuring out romance. Hearing Noé's hesitation prompts Vanitas to reach up and gently place his index finger over the vampire's lips. ]
I know. [ He moves his hand away. ] It's alright, Noé. I don't fully understand what I should be doing, either.
[ And he means that. For every time Noé feels like he's misstepping, Vanitas probably feels that way towards himself - doubly so. ]
You said it earlier, right? That we'd figure this out together. I don't mind if it's with you. [ He looks away again and feels his cheeks start to burn a little. ] I just wanted to know if it was...bad.
[He blinks, his gaze searching as the other places a finger to his lips. Trying to focus. To listen. Vanitas might have more of an idea about this sort of thing, but it isn't like either of them has a lot of experience with relationships. He knows that. But -- right. They just had to figure it out together. He nods in understanding, when the other says they would work it out.]
It...no. It wasn't. I mean. I didn't think so. Not that I have anything to compare it with, but.
[It was nice? It hadn't been awful. Maybe not quite as passionate as some others, but this was tentative. The start of them figuring it out. Especially with regards to his fangs. So. It's fine? He tries to ignore the heat of his cheeks and nose as Vanitas tries to reassure him. Hoping what he said was alright.]
That's fine. ... I wouldn't say no to more in the future.
[ A little attempt at providing some levity, since they both seem pretty nervous right now. He's straight-faced at first, but he can't help it. He smiles as he takes in the way Noé's blushing. ]
[He might be less sure about such affection when out and about but at least he’s figuring that this is fine when in private here in their hotel room. He’s not seeming too concerned about the time. It is not like they’re in a rush or time limit for anything really. He returns the smile, shifting slightly to get comfortable.]
[ Yeah, he's not so sure about public affection, either, other than holding hands and the like. Having privacy is a different story, though. He shifts with Noe, fixes the blanket so it's sitting over them more nicely. ]
I would say so.
[ He's not usually so gentle with the other, but he's in a good mood. Now that his nerves aren't so out of control, he's able to close his eyes, not because he's sleepy but he's just that content. ]
[He gives a small smile, thanking Vanitas. This was rare. For them to have such time to relax. To rest. Usually, their days were filled with errands if not work or research or the like. So he did want to make the most of it. At the same time, though, the museum and bakery were plenty of excitement for now. He's just enjoying the moment as Vanitas fixes the blankets.]
Okay. I don't mind. However long you want, too. We already went to the museum and bakery today.
[So if the rest of the day was just resting curled up with Vanitas, that's fine. They could just. Relax. Talk. Figure things out together with this tentative relationship.]
Really? I thought that you'd want to look around more.
[ It's nice, though, knowing that Noé will slow down if it means they get to relax like this. He feels like the side of him that he keeps hidden, the one that truly showcases how kind Vanitas really can be if he, is starting to show itself around the vampire.
It's nice to lay down next to him, and once he adjusts the blankets, he tentatively reaches for Noé's hand. ]
...You could really afford to eat less sweets, though.
Mm. I do. But this is nice too. It isn't like this is the only chance I'll get to explore Paris.
[As much as he could be akin to an Energizer Bunny with how energetic and excitable he could be at times. Even Noé has his moments; he can appreciate some rest. He's not necessarily reading into whether Vanitas is really acting all that different today. It's still so new. So tentative yet. So it isn't too surprising if it might take them a bit to find their footing and get used to this. He glances down at their hands, instinctively entwining their fingers.]
[ Vanitas isn't keen on sweets so this isn't a problem for him, and maybe vampires can handle more of them than humans can or something...but Noé doesn't seem to stop eating them, sometimes. He's also out of tarte tatin ingredients, so there's that, too. ]
At the very least, you need to be introduced to other desserts. Tarte tatin isn't the only thing that's out there.
[ Is this an offer to show Noé more dessert places? ... Maybe, but he's mostly just saying that variety would be good. ]
[He is aware of the concept. Just not. Maybe when it comes to his beloved tarte tatin. Still, he seems to consider for a moment. Before he apparently decides this means that Vanitas is going to take him to try new desserts. Or make him some. Either way. He seems tentatively excited about this. Because, of course, he is, given his sweet tooth.]
[ Maybe he should've kept his mouth shut because now he's going to have to make all kinds of sweets for Noé. He grumbles a little at the thought, and he uses his other hand to pull at Noé's cheek. As cute as the vampire's being, Vanitas has to put on the metaphorical leash. ]
Just don't blow all your money when we try them out. Okay?
[He pouts as Vanitas pulls at his cheek, but the other did have a point. It isn't like he is really that used to budgeting and being so independent. But he should be mindful. Save some money towards their accommodation and food for Murr at least. Still, he can't help being excited about the prospect of trying more delicious desserts. There's only so much Vanitas could dampen his enthusiasm.]
Okay, okay.
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[ There we go. A Noé that's a little responsible is a good Noé, obviously. Vanitas lets go of his cheek and lets out a quiet sigh, because for as much as he likes his...partner (?!), he really can't afford to take his eyes off of him for one second, huh. ]
I'll make sure you don't go wild with it. [ This is a promise. ] ...Tomorrow, perhaps? I'm quite- [ Comfortable. ] tired.
[That isn't too much? Is it? He might not be the best judge of that, given his sweet tooth, but still. That doesn't seem like it would be going too overboard. He just seems happy, excited at the idea of maybe trying more delicious treats. Though he still suspects tarte tatin will remain his favourite. Still, he smiles, content in the promise that he could do something fun tomorrow. They could rest for now if the other was still tired from their adventures this morning.]
[ And hopefully they can do so uninterrupted. Peacefully. He normally doesn't really like being idle, but this is nice. He'd like another day with Noé. He still has things he wants to do, and he hasn't forgotten about his quest for revenge, but it feels okay to be here like this. Noé's so warm.
Vanitas smiles, too, but he ducks his head to try to hide it. Unfortunately for him, they're so close that obscuring it is almost impossible. ]
I'll bake you something tonight to make up for missing out today.
[Vanitas probably doesn't even need to see his expression to imagine the look on the vampire's face. That excited look as if he were a four-year-old in a candy store or something. As if he is all but pleading with the other for desserts. That look he gets every single time he gets his beloved tarte tatin.
He's not necessarily reading into there being any other reason beyond Vanitas needing to recharge after their morning of being dragged around the museum. That it was more that Vanitas was comfortable here with him like this.]
[ Huff, huff. He's so used to making tarte tatin for Noé that he's actually not sure what else to make at the moment. He'll figure it out, he's sure, but it wouldn't hurt to ask, would it. He'll go ahead and do just that, then. ]
Y-yes! Um......apples? A pie or crumble? Do we have stuff for that?
[It has fruit? That's....not as sweet? Right? Maybe Vanitas might be willing to have some of that, too? He's not sure, but he figures it is worth asking, anyway. Worst is that the other might say no, or that they need to head out to get ingredients for it later. The other doesn't really let him in the kitchen much, so Vanitas probably has a better idea of what they have available to work with.]
Likely not. Those ingredients won't be hard to obtain, though.
[ It'll be easy enough. He doesn't mind. Just because they have something like a relationship now, doesn't mean that he's going to easily admit to enjoying baking for Noé, even if he keeps doing it. ]
Alright. I'll make that for you next, if not tonight then tomorrow, since I need to go shopping first. I suppose I can make tarte tatin for you tonight, in that case.
[It isn't like there's a rush. He just seems glad to know that there will be delicious desserts in the future. Whenever Vanitas made them, or they went out to a cafe or something. It is not exactly difficult to distract him or cheer him up, at least.]
I'll look forward to it. Thank you~!
[It may be slightly more awkward as a hug when lying in bed like this, but he tries anyway. Because he is excited and happy, appreciating the other's offering to do this.]
[ There will be plenty of desserts for him, Vanitas just isn't saying it out loud. He'll make the commitment to himself, Noé doesn't need to hear it. That little sideways hug, though, catches him by surprise. It's not unwelcome, just something he's not quite used to.
But because it's Noé, and because of everything they've went through recently, he relaxes far more easily and lightly pats Noé's back as he returns the gesture. ]
Yeah, yeah. Don't get too used to it, these take me a while to prepare for you.
Okay. It's him. He might get a little impatient because he's so excited, but still. He does mean it. There might not be something as immediately obvious as his love for tarte tatin that he could try making a favourite food for Vanitas. But he does want to try to think of something. Something he could do in return. He's just not sure what. Yet, anyway.]
But if you're going to do all that, I should do something for you, too.
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[He's relieved at that. Though he doesn't get much chance to really process more than that. Before Vanitas initiates another kiss. He blinks, but it's only for a second in his initial surprise before his eyes close. Before his head instinctively tilts slightly, his hand raises from the other's shoulder to Vanitas's cheek and hair. Maybe it might be a little awkward at first, but it was like anything else, right? Practice? At least, in theory. It isn't like they're in a major rush. So for now, he just tries to savor this. He's still a little hesitant to really part his lips, but that might come instinctively in time. When he might be more comfortable with this. Or just more caught in the moment to not be so in his head about it.]
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When he pulls away, he looks at his partner with rosy cheeks. ]
Still fine.
[ Noé may be inexperienced, but Vanitas figured it might be better that way. That way there's no rushing or carelessness that could lead to something undesirable happening. ]
...What did you think of it?
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[He's just kind of taking it slowly. Letting the other take the lead in whatever he feels comfortable with. It seems to have been working thus far, at least. He figures if the other thought he was doing that badly, Vanitas would have said something. Or shown him, maybe. So hopefully it wasn't too awful. Even if he is new at this. He wants to get it right. If there is anything he might be doing wrong. Or too hesitant about. Which is likely the case with his fangs.]
It....was okay? I mean. I haven't really....
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I know. [ He moves his hand away. ] It's alright, Noé. I don't fully understand what I should be doing, either.
[ And he means that. For every time Noé feels like he's misstepping, Vanitas probably feels that way towards himself - doubly so. ]
You said it earlier, right? That we'd figure this out together. I don't mind if it's with you. [ He looks away again and feels his cheeks start to burn a little. ] I just wanted to know if it was...bad.
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It...no. It wasn't. I mean. I didn't think so. Not that I have anything to compare it with, but.
[It was nice? It hadn't been awful. Maybe not quite as passionate as some others, but this was tentative. The start of them figuring it out. Especially with regards to his fangs. So. It's fine? He tries to ignore the heat of his cheeks and nose as Vanitas tries to reassure him. Hoping what he said was alright.]
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[ A little attempt at providing some levity, since they both seem pretty nervous right now. He's straight-faced at first, but he can't help it. He smiles as he takes in the way Noé's blushing. ]
I think we've been making the most of our nap.
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[He might be less sure about such affection when out and about but at least he’s figuring that this is fine when in private here in their hotel room. He’s not seeming too concerned about the time. It is not like they’re in a rush or time limit for anything really. He returns the smile, shifting slightly to get comfortable.]
Mm. That’s okay. We obviously needed the rest.
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I would say so.
[ He's not usually so gentle with the other, but he's in a good mood. Now that his nerves aren't so out of control, he's able to close his eyes, not because he's sleepy but he's just that content. ]
We can stay here as long as you'd like.
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Okay. I don't mind. However long you want, too. We already went to the museum and bakery today.
[So if the rest of the day was just resting curled up with Vanitas, that's fine. They could just. Relax. Talk. Figure things out together with this tentative relationship.]
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[ It's nice, though, knowing that Noé will slow down if it means they get to relax like this. He feels like the side of him that he keeps hidden, the one that truly showcases how kind Vanitas really can be if he, is starting to show itself around the vampire.
It's nice to lay down next to him, and once he adjusts the blankets, he tentatively reaches for Noé's hand. ]
...You could really afford to eat less sweets, though.
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[As much as he could be akin to an Energizer Bunny with how energetic and excitable he could be at times. Even Noé has his moments; he can appreciate some rest. He's not necessarily reading into whether Vanitas is really acting all that different today. It's still so new. So tentative yet. So it isn't too surprising if it might take them a bit to find their footing and get used to this. He glances down at their hands, instinctively entwining their fingers.]
......Eh? But.....but they're so good!
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[ Vanitas isn't keen on sweets so this isn't a problem for him, and maybe vampires can handle more of them than humans can or something...but Noé doesn't seem to stop eating them, sometimes. He's also out of tarte tatin ingredients, so there's that, too. ]
At the very least, you need to be introduced to other desserts. Tarte tatin isn't the only thing that's out there.
[ Is this an offer to show Noé more dessert places? ... Maybe, but he's mostly just saying that variety would be good. ]
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[He is aware of the concept. Just not. Maybe when it comes to his beloved tarte tatin. Still, he seems to consider for a moment. Before he apparently decides this means that Vanitas is going to take him to try new desserts. Or make him some. Either way. He seems tentatively excited about this. Because, of course, he is, given his sweet tooth.]
Eh? So we can try new bakeries? New desserts?
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Just don't blow all your money when we try them out. Okay?
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[He pouts as Vanitas pulls at his cheek, but the other did have a point. It isn't like he is really that used to budgeting and being so independent. But he should be mindful. Save some money towards their accommodation and food for Murr at least. Still, he can't help being excited about the prospect of trying more delicious desserts. There's only so much Vanitas could dampen his enthusiasm.]
Okay, okay.
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I'll make sure you don't go wild with it. [ This is a promise. ] ...Tomorrow, perhaps? I'm quite- [ Comfortable. ] tired.
Derp happens to the best of us. It's fine lol.
[That isn't too much? Is it? He might not be the best judge of that, given his sweet tooth, but still. That doesn't seem like it would be going too overboard. He just seems happy, excited at the idea of maybe trying more delicious treats. Though he still suspects tarte tatin will remain his favourite. Still, he smiles, content in the promise that he could do something fun tomorrow. They could rest for now if the other was still tired from their adventures this morning.]
Mm, that's alright. Tomorrow then.
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[ And hopefully they can do so uninterrupted. Peacefully. He normally doesn't really like being idle, but this is nice. He'd like another day with Noé. He still has things he wants to do, and he hasn't forgotten about his quest for revenge, but it feels okay to be here like this. Noé's so warm.
Vanitas smiles, too, but he ducks his head to try to hide it. Unfortunately for him, they're so close that obscuring it is almost impossible. ]
I'll bake you something tonight to make up for missing out today.
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[Vanitas probably doesn't even need to see his expression to imagine the look on the vampire's face. That excited look as if he were a four-year-old in a candy store or something. As if he is all but pleading with the other for desserts. That look he gets every single time he gets his beloved tarte tatin.
He's not necessarily reading into there being any other reason beyond Vanitas needing to recharge after their morning of being dragged around the museum. That it was more that Vanitas was comfortable here with him like this.]
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[ Huff, huff. He's so used to making tarte tatin for Noé that he's actually not sure what else to make at the moment. He'll figure it out, he's sure, but it wouldn't hurt to ask, would it. He'll go ahead and do just that, then. ]
What do you want?
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[It has fruit? That's....not as sweet? Right? Maybe Vanitas might be willing to have some of that, too? He's not sure, but he figures it is worth asking, anyway. Worst is that the other might say no, or that they need to head out to get ingredients for it later. The other doesn't really let him in the kitchen much, so Vanitas probably has a better idea of what they have available to work with.]
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[ It'll be easy enough. He doesn't mind. Just because they have something like a relationship now, doesn't mean that he's going to easily admit to enjoying baking for Noé, even if he keeps doing it. ]
Alright. I'll make that for you next, if not tonight then tomorrow, since I need to go shopping first. I suppose I can make tarte tatin for you tonight, in that case.
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[It isn't like there's a rush. He just seems glad to know that there will be delicious desserts in the future. Whenever Vanitas made them, or they went out to a cafe or something. It is not exactly difficult to distract him or cheer him up, at least.]
I'll look forward to it. Thank you~!
[It may be slightly more awkward as a hug when lying in bed like this, but he tries anyway. Because he is excited and happy, appreciating the other's offering to do this.]
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But because it's Noé, and because of everything they've went through recently, he relaxes far more easily and lightly pats Noé's back as he returns the gesture. ]
Yeah, yeah. Don't get too used to it, these take me a while to prepare for you.
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[He doesn't mind waiting.
....
Okay. It's him. He might get a little impatient because he's so excited, but still. He does mean it. There might not be something as immediately obvious as his love for tarte tatin that he could try making a favourite food for Vanitas. But he does want to try to think of something. Something he could do in return. He's just not sure what. Yet, anyway.]
But if you're going to do all that, I should do something for you, too.
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