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Oh? Is that so? Then I wonder what will come of the future, what do you think? What do you think will happen then?

[ There's no need to be distressed, the uchigatana gives a small laugh as he leans over a bit to knock at the other's shoulders. It's not like what he said was a bad thing, Yamato was only curious and it's why he even spoke up. ] I'm sorry for that, I was just wanting to know why? [ He never changed what he called Souji during the past and the present, so he wanted to know what made Horikawa do the same. ]

I think you'll figure it out soon so when you do, you'll tell me right?

[ A nod as he finally decides to get up, dusting off his haori from roof dust. ]

Then what do you think I should look for? For when we trade knowledge.

Mm... It would be nice if we could stay with them, don't you think?

[Though, while he says as much he understands that it isn't a possibility that's available to them. Not so long as their goals are what Yamato says they are; they are needed at the citadel, valued, and it's the timeline and world in which they belong. Something is wrong with this place, and so much as Horikawa wants to treasure every moment that he can spend alongside the master that he loved (and has continued to love, even as time passes,) he does so knowing fully that it can't last. In any case, he shakes his head to the topic at hand.]

I suppose so, if you insist Yasusada-kun. [The conclusion that he's becoming dangerously close to is that he simply needs to return to correcting himself, but maybe he'll give it some more thought. The last question surprises him a little though.] You mean, when we report to them?

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I never actually thought about it, staying. [ More so, he tries not to, since everything is easily taken from him is something he can tell. These people here, are they the same ones that they would kill over and over again to ensure that they're dead and history remained unchanged? How many times must they watch the people they care for have to fall in battle and in sickness, it's weird, it's all Yamato can think about because they've always died. That's what Yamato has always seen.. a happier life with them, Okita-kun, alive? ] Have you thought about it?

[ Looking down at the plate is where Yamato decides to take it and then picking up the spoon to stab at the pieces of chicken still sitting. Taking a bite, he hums just a little confused. ]

Hm? Oh, we can do it then, if you want. What other devices do you think that Vice Commander probably has?

I... I have. I know that it's not something that we can really have, because it's important to go back, but...

[For Horikawa, he had always been the one who needed to be talked out of this sort of feeling to begin with, and even now he only has the gentle disagreements of Yamato to snap him out of his natural inclinations, rather than the strict scoldings that Kanesada would use to remind him of their tasks. He can't help the love that he has for his master, but he does his best to ensure that he keeps in mind what they're supposed to be doing, and nothing that would make either his master or his partner ashamed of him.]

It would be nice, I think. That's all...

[There's a moment of quiet, and then:]

I suppose he would have all of the normal things? A TV, a fridge, hmm... I've never given it much thought, actually.

Nice? Huh, is that what you think? [ Not like Yamato has anything against it as he gets up from where he's sitting, looking down at his feet as he walks forward on the roof. Maybe he just wants to test his balance? It could be if he wants to see if he can stand on one leg and then on the other. ]

When you say it like that.. who knew this place could be ideal for some. [ Coming closer towards the edge of the room and then turning rather quickly although a little sloppy as he has to make sure that he doesn't fall over. ] But I've always dreamed of a place to be — to be closer. [ Pointing one finger up at the sky as he nods. ]

Aah, I'm sure we could find some other things. Maybe in a couple of days, I'm not too fond of showing myself until later. But, I do want to go to her home to learn these new things.

Eh? No, no, that's not what I meant at all!! It's not ideal, or even close, it's just that...

[It's just that... if he has another chance to meet Hijikata, to be alongside him, of course he would see that as something valuable. Guilt turns in his stomach because he knows that it isn't something which he should be allowing himself to have at all, knowing how time passes; after a human dies, it should be impossible to see them again. But in the first place, the time he had spent with his master had seemed so short already - he wasn't even allowed to stay with the Hijikata family, as Kanesada had been. He can feel his shoulders slump, and shakes his head.]

Sorry, that was dumb of me to say. I know better than that. [And a glance back up to Yamato, observing his balancing act.]

Be careful Yasusada-kun. Though, I'm sure that it's fine. Maybe if we look around, we can find more appliances from this time at a discount? You could learn about them that way.

How is it not ideal. How you make it sound, it reminds me of my dreams. I'm not upset with you and I don't blame what your heart and mind is telling you. Besides... huh.. [ To judge would mean judging every single battle where Yamato had an open mind with dying. To be in that better place where Okita Souji rested, oh how much he wanted it. Wants it. ]

So you shouldn't call it dumb. [ What do other people call this, an opportunity? A chance? ]

Huh? The stars sure are sparkly, I really like them. [ Was that a little slip? He's alright, he didn't fall off just yet but he claps his hands happily. ]

I'm only learning to show you. I'm no good at taking in new things. You get a hold of them faster than me.

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Hm, I... I guess...

[Something in his voice is still doubtful. After all, how could he not feel guilty to have such a thing stated so straightforwardly? Even Yamato's insistences that there's nothing to criticize do little to reassure him when it seems, blatantly, his feelings have contradicted what he knows is responsible, and what needs to be done ー even if it's only Yamato this time, perhaps Horikawa needs to be more careful of that matter in the future... He averts his eyes though, leaving that subject as it is.]

Anyway, come here. [Because he's speared another piece of broccoli, and he's holding it out expectantly in his attempt to draw Yamato back away from the edge.] Just because it's difficult doesn't mean that it isn't worth doing. I'll help you if you have trouble, okay?

[ How does he know that food is enough to bring Yamato over, the uchigatana coming back towards the male and sitting down in front of him to accept the food that's being held out to him. Taking a bite, there's a small sigh that escapes from his lips. ]

Thank you. I don't want to be troublesome while I'm here so I want to apologize in advance, if I do become just that. But you'll have to help me to a minimum, because I've heard it's quite hard for me to avoid trouble as much as Kiyomitsu has said.

[ It's a little dumb but as he finishes chewing and looking off to the side, he raises a hand to scratch at his head for just a moment. ]

Hm.. I have the taste for something sweet. You trust me enough for me to disappear for just a moment, don't you? [ Though with the straight face on his features, he's only teasing. ]

[Because Yamato is a simple, pure, and therefore mostly predictable sword when he's not caught up in a fight. Obviously Horikawa is pleased with this turn of events; balanced as Yamato may usually be, please don't let the young and reckless one to the edge of the roof. That's just asking for trouble.]

Of course! I have faith in you, Yasusada-kun, but even so, I'm always happy to help you if you need it. So I'd be glad if you came to me if you were having troubles. [It's nice to be depended on, after all. There's a tilt of his head and an expectant expression as he looks to Yamato though, both the sheepishness of his actions and the teasing question he poses catching Horikawa's attention in such a way.] That's fine. I'll be here!

Even so.. [ Maybe there's just a little bit of hesitation when it comes to things like this, knowing that he can protect himself, does he really need someone to watch over him as well? Hopefully that doesn't make him needy or even helpless, he can't imagine how he'd be if that is the case. A smile begins to pull itself along Yamato's features as he speaks. ]

Then please do take care of me. [ A small bow right after before he raises himself up to climb back down through the window and when he's back on the ground, there's a yawn that leaves from his lips as he wanders off to the kitchen. ]

[He doesn't miss the tone of hesitance that goes into Yamato's words, and keeps a curious eye on the other while he waits, but just the same, his expression is clearly pleased and brightened when Yamato assents to Horikawa's hope to take care of him. It's nice, having somebody to worry about anyway. The fact that Yamato seems to find this agreeable in the first place is also something that makes Horikawa feel a small swell of pride in his chest.]

I'll do my best.

[Noted briefly before Yamato takes his leave. Now what mystery will he return with.]

[ In the kitchen, a time to himself and figuring what he's going to bring back with him. Something sweet but what? Honestly he doesn't want to eat any chocolate that's sitting around and he wants a sweet that'll bring his teeth to hurt on first bite. When it's too strong is the best or maybe he likes to hurt himself? Who knows. ]

Huh.. Let's see..

[ Checking the fridge, he grabs the handle before opening it, peering inside for something. ] Ham.. eggs.. eggs? Turkey... hm..

[ A pause. And he's decided he'll grab every package of turkey and ham to eat if there's no sweets. Even packages of sliced roast that's sitting to the side. ]

[It's a beautiful night. That's what Horikawa notices in Yamato's absence. He feels a little odd about it, but the questions that were asked of him still ring odd in his head, and he still feels a little unsure of himself in reflection of them. It's unbecoming of him, he thinks, but hard to suppress such feelings when he truly doesn't know. At the least, he's relieved that he and Yamato can talk as comfortably as they can.

When he can hear the sound of Yamato shuffling under the window again, whenever he's finished with the gathering and perhaps preparing of whatever he's chosen, Horikawa welcomes the company again to distract himself with the more immediate.]

Are you done? What did you get, Yasusada-kun?

I got this..?

[ Different piles of meet in the sadnwich bags that he should be saving for sandwiches but he's hungry so this will do as he now sits back down next to Horikawa and eats like an unwashed savage. Sticking his hands into the pack and pulling out a slice of meat before taking a bite of it. He seems satisfied but Yamato is weird anyway, he has no reason to be clean and watch how he eats at the moment, this is Horikawa that he's next to. ]

Do you want a piece? I think it's really good.

[ He couldn't find anything sweet, he's making up for loss. ]

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why cant i slob ewtf

:Q

why does hori slob now

because its a cute face :Q_

STOP Slobbing!!!!111

YOU CANT MAKE ME :Q____

PUTS PAPER IN YOUR MOUTH TO SOAK UP SLOB :O

:O perhaps i have been stoppd

you have been stopped :O

ugh idr what we were talking about but this is so weird :?

I DONT KNOW its just that i should stop you?

well even so, i refuse to be stopped.

why wont you stop yourself? fiesta hueva

what the hell is going on in these titles what is fiesta hueva

STOP THEYRE SONGS SONGS IM LISTENING TO!

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