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A cat, huh . . .

[ He considers that. ] . . . But I've never had a cat before.

What are you talking about? [He picks up Wagahai and presents it to Asougi.] Of course you own a cat. [Incoming cat paw.]

Well— she's more yours and Holmes's . . .

[ But he reaches over to shake her paw gently. ]

Since you're staying with us, then she belongs to me, Holmes and you. [That's not how it works, but he's trying to be funny ok.] Besides, you've been taking care of her too right? So you know how cats are.

[ He's staying with them, yes, but feeling like he belongs is another thing entirely. But he's getting there, little by little, even as their junk accumulates all over again. Asougi shifts his hand, moving to scritch Wagahai behind her ears. ]

Are you saying I'm like a cat, Naruhodou?

[Oh scritches. Wagahai leans into that and starts purring.] Yea. You like doing your own thing with little regard for anyone else, you aren't afraid to express what you want, and you're stubborn. [These are all good traits, yep.]

It was a simple yes or no question, Naruhodou. You didn't have to elaborate.

[ He rubs at his head with his free hand. ]

Oh- [Oops. He puts down Wagahai who proceeds to smack the now abandoned turtle cat with her paw for a bit.] R-Right. Sorry. [. . .He's trying not to look too amused.] Would you rather I choose another animal for you..?

Let's focus on ourselves as people for now, alright? [ Asougi shakes his head. ]

Mmm, but making people is harder... [Not the point Naruhodou. He leans back, hands on the ground to support himself.]

Well anyway, I'll try to keep them in one place. Wagahai just likes to play with them and move them around. [That's half true. Other times Naruhodou just leaves them and forgets about them.]

Don't go blaming Wagahai for all of that.

[ But he's not actually scolding him or anything, at least, just idly calling him out. He reaches over to grab the string for the toy and lift it for Wagahai to bat at again. ]

[Pout face go.] Well I mean, she'll just move them, so why bother putting them away? [He's bad at keeping up a lie.]

You don't know that, Naruhodou. And don't blame the cat for your mess, she's innocent.

[ He smiles though. ]

[He sighs, grumbling as he scratches his head.] It's not really a mess if you know where everything is. . . [He mutters, watching Wagahai play with Asougi.]

. . .Hey, did you have anything planned today?

It's still a mess.

[ That question makes him chuckle lightly. If he had plans, would he be sitting here playing with their cat? ] Nothing in particular. Why?

. . .[He glances off to the side as he rubs the back of his neck.] Well, it's actually kind of nice outside for a walk, and I need to do some shopping so. . .would you like to come with me? [Would you like to carry his things?]

[ He looks over at him, eying him quietly for a long moment. And then, he nods, lowering the toy for Wagahai to continue to bat at. ]

Of course I would.

[He smiles brightly at that.] All right. Let me go get my coat then. [He'll get up and proceed to his room.]

[ Asougi goes to do the same, giving Wagahai one last pat on the head before heading up. He heads to his room, picking up his coat and pulling it on, and then scoops up the scarf Naruhodou gave him for the holidays as well as gloves and a hat, stepping back out after a moment to wait for his friend. ]

[He'd probably worn that scarf several times before and Naruhodou hadn't been around to see it. So when he exits his room in the midst of putting on his gloves, it'll be the first time he's seen Asougi wear his gift.]

Ah, that looks good on you. [He sounds pleased by this.]

Hmm? — oh, right. [ He looks down at the scarf at that, then back over at Naruhodou to give him a smile. ] It's comfortable, too.

I'm glad! It only took me two attempts to make a proper scarf. [He's so happy that the area brightens a little, getting warmer. Once he gets his gloves on, he'll come over to take his friend's hand, tugging him slightly towards the door.]

Shall we head out then?

[ He takes Naruhodou's hand firmly in his and nods. ]

Let's go, partner. Though you'll have to lead the way.

[He laughs.] Isn't it usually the other way around? [Well he doesn't mind and gladly guide him through Verens.]

Have you been through the park yet?

[ He shakes his head at that, glancing around as they walk. ]

I've seen it in passing, but I haven't had any reason to really go through it yet.

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