artisticliberty | [imeeji

Of course.

[finally takes a sip of his tea, after it has surely gone cold by now, and makes a face.

why does vore have to ruin food :(]

Have you been eating?

... not particularly. I no longer have an appetite. And when I do manage to eat, it all tastes like...

Even if it's unpleasant, you need to eat. If nothing else, pick up some CalorieMate or a protein shake.

... that would be better than trying to subsist on tea and willpower, yes.

I have never felt this way before. Growing up with Sens--with Madarame, I felt like I was always hungry. I never left anything behind during meals, even things I disliked. Now it feels like a trial just to finish a single onigiri. I hate how this place has changed me.

[that's very sad and he has no idea what to say]

I'm sorry.

Ah... forgive me, I did not mean to bring the mood down.

[on the one hand: when does fox ever acknowledge the mood? this might be a first.

on the other hand: the mood was already pretty down before that...]

[chuckles]

Don't worry, the mood didn't have any lower to go.

I am trying to think of something that will raise it but I am out of ideas...

You don't need to do anything. I'm grateful that you invited me.

I am grateful that you came.

Ah, would you perhaps like to see the koi pond?

[pouncing on the opportunity to do something less sad and awkward]

Yes, thank you.

Follow me.

[he gets up and leads to A to jardin du taisho, and i'm just going to c&p from the official description: "Through a sliding door in the living room of Taisho’s dorm is a large outdoor Japanese-style landscape garden, centered around a rocky, two level koi pond. Upon going through the door, one will find oneself on a long overhanging walkway attached to the dorm-side wall of the garden. The walkway itself is wooden and painted red with a slanted roof which is adorned with hanging metal lanterns. Wooden chairs are located here, and the walkway itself is bordered by sturdy railing one can lean on to view the garden and relax. A gap in the railing makes way for willow-shaded steps that lead down into the garden proper, where a stony path leads to the pond. The pond itself has a few large decorative stones for it, as well as a short waterfall that drops from its second level. The primary feature of the pond is a large sakura tree which sweeps low over it and is seemingly always in bloom, despite also always dropping its petals. Pebble walkways (beside which is the occasional standing temple lantern) provide paths around the pond and up to its second tier, where a variety of roses grow. The rest of the garden’s flora is largely wild grasses, mosses, hedges, and small bonsai shrubs. A large rocky outcropping rings the garden, preventing anyone from wandering too far. Aside from the sakura, there are also several magnolia trees throughout the area, as well as patches of chrysanthemum scattered throughout."

there's also a private open-air onsen bath, as if we weren't fancy enough]

It's lovely. I've always thought that Taisho had an attractive living space.

It's been a pleasant space for us to adjourn to for peace and relaxation. And to gather inspiration, of course.

[hands A the bag of fish food so he can feed the koi, which all immediately gather around them at the edge of the pond, their big fish mouths going O: O: O: O: O:]

[can't disappoint his fans. food for the fishies!]

I completely understand. AlcheME has built out a good deal as well. It's important to have a place where you can unwind.

Edited 2019-10-03 18:52 (UTC)

[much splashing occurs as the fish nom on the foods]

Does AlcheME have a special place in your dorm as well?

More than one. B and C can't stop buying extra rooms.

I shall have to pay a visit and see for myself one of these days.

You're welcome to do so.

[just smiles at him, lingering in his gaze]

[?!?!?]

I can... give you a tour.

I would like that.

[how gay u feeling rn A]

[entirely too gay for someone who should have a clear head after impulsive gay decisions made earlier today]

Oh — I remembered, there's something I wanted to get your feedback on. If you don't mind!

Edited 2019-10-04 21:38 (UTC)

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