ooc; Wow, it’s been a hot minute since I logged on. Maybe...a few years or so? Regardless, hi everyone! 

I mostly logged back on for nostalgia, but I honestly have been thinking about getting back into roleplaying. My sibling has been playing Danganronpa for the first time and it inspired me to dust off ye olde Togami skills. 

So! If any of my old roleplaying buddies are still on here and wouldn’t mind writing again, add me on Discord: AkiryaFudo#2101. I probably won’t really check here that often, so Discord is the best way to get in contact with me. If you add me, let me know who you are! 

ooc; So just as an update: I haven’t been active lately due to college. If you are also in college then you understand lol. I am done in the next 3 weeks so after that, I will be replying to threads at the speed of sanic. 

If you are no longer interested in continuing a thread we have, please let me know. And if you feel like hitting me up on Discord it’s AkiryaFudo#2101

   Jaw tightens, eyes narrowing. He does not appreciate how this fledgling is speaking to him but at this point he has come to expect it. Oh, how tempting it is to show the boy his place so soon but will such an action be a detriment to his plans? Perhaps. There is much to consider her but there is one thing the vampire lord is certain cannot stand, a set of words uttered in a way that makes him sound like a servant. Hearing them causes his body to become tense, a sneer forming on his lips as fury burns within his unnatural eyes. Fingers twitch at his sides, a desire to rip the fools throat out rising.

   Instead, Gundham takes a breath. He calms his fury but doesn’t release it. A smile spreads across his features, sinister in its intent. He steps closer to the fledgling, a dangerous aura rising off of him. He wants to impress on this one just how easy it would be for him to end him, that he demands greater respect than he is receiving.

   A hand rises to the Togami heir, settling just beneath the ear and letting fingers curl around the back of his neck. There is a strength to the hold, supernatural and commanding but not causing pain. There is a tug and Gundham makes Togami meet his gaze, showing the anger within animalistic eyes.

   “I am not your servant, child,” he hisses, baring his fangs. “You’ll do well to remember that.”

   In an instant the fury is smothered and Gundham releases Byakuya. He turns to the side, ignoring that offered handkerchief as he begins to stalk around the fledgling. That threatening aura has vanished, as if it was never there. He even seems amiable now, if still quite dour.

   “Besides, if I were to supply you with sustenance so constantly you would learn nothing. You’d be nothing more than a suckling babe, unable to be taken from your mother’s teat. Entirely pathetic and useless, much like how you are now. As such, we will start with the basics. Baby steps, as it were. Shall we discuss how feeding should be undertaken?” This is when he stops his pacing, eyes sliding towards the fledgling.

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[ In a swift movement, Togami is forced to gaze at Gundham without much of a chance to resist. The heir’s eyes widen slightly in surprise, fists instinctively clenching at his sides as he prepares to defend himself. Reluctantly, he decides that now is not the best time to come up with a smart remark. It is true, the older vampire possesses an incredible amount of strength. Years and years of experience in the darkness has provided him with everything he needs to end a life whenever he wants. It would be wise for the freshly-turned male to silence his sharp tongue. ]

[ The blonde stares at the other for long moments that stretch into a minute. His lips are pursed as his mind searches for something to say. Anger and frustration burn within him like a child who was just denied a piece of candy. No one talks to a Togami like this. As someone with an esteemed title, only few dare to question him or put him in his place. It seems that times are certainly changing, and he has no choice but to adapt. With his life, well, last life on the line, he needs to be careful. ]

“...so be it. Consider yourself lucky that I am in this state now.”

[ A short breath of relief escaped his lips when Gundham released him. Togami reached up to rub the back of his neck, scowling at the other. Slow footsteps paced around him in a circular motion, this time without a threatening aura. He relaxed his posture and readied himself for his first command. Sure enough, it was something that will certainly change him. ]

this is something she has NEVER witnessed within the heir – to see a certain amount of anxious energy about it. pinkened features – it is CLEAR that this is no mere trick, at least as far as HE goes. the togami sitting beside her right now believes what he is saying – that he DESIRES more from her. in a way it leaves her speechless. listening to how he says he is not a SINISTER manipulator which may be debatable. but he MEANS these words. never one to take things at face value, perhaps this is most surprising of all.

      scarlet hues break from him for but a MOMENT as she catches the motion of his hand settling besides her own. does he WISH to touch her? she wonders if this is an instance where she must make a move – romance has NEVER been something she excelled in, something she SHUNNED for her own safety. even now, she should not ALLOW herself to be lured in by cerulean hues and words that would CEASE to exist upon exiting this room. and yet – there is something so ENTICING about his words, putting her on HIS level. as if this is where she belongs.

             “ i am MOST surprised, now then… i must inquire, what do you intend to do about it precisely? perhaps i require some form of PROOF that this is not some game of pretty words and compliments. “

      because she MUST play her role as well. forever disbelieving and seeing the DANGERS in everything. and yet contrary to the suspicion falling from her lips, her hand shifts – pale skin coming to alight upon his hand.

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[ The heir feels his posture stiffen at her request. Is it natural for a woman to confirm the man’s intentions? Perhaps so. Throughout their childhood together, he observed that she is indeed the queen of lies. Her poisonous words have affected the hearts of many, and he has seen plenty more come and go. It is right for her to be suspicious of him, but how is he to prove how he feels? Is she luring him closer only to reject him in the end? There has to be a way he can do this right. After all, he is the ultimate affluent progeny. He can do anything correctly. ]

“Proof? I have already proposed an irresistible offer, yet you want more?”

[ A low chuckle rumbles in his throat. Finally, a small smile blooms on his lips. It is not mocking or sinister, but genuine. For once, he is revealing a rare form of happiness that he has hidden each time he is near her. Her very appearance melts his heart each time his eyes meet hers. The gambler is such a complex character with layers of different personality traits. He will never be able to figure her out, but the thought of trying pleases him. Finally, it is time for him to make her his own  Now is his time to act. ]

[ Togami leans towards her just a little. It is not enough for her to suspect something just yet, but a sign that he desires to be even closer to her. As soon as he does his, his heart feels as if it will leap out of his chest in joy. Confidence in himself overwhelms him as he makes his next move. ]

“You are a very interesting person, Celestia. One of many reasons to fall in love with you. You asked me to prove my feelings to you, and I will do as you command just this once.”

[ Then, he closes the space between the two and captures her lips with his. ]

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It was best to be curt with these types. The Ultimate Heir was not one to stop persisting upon things, something he had learned with an encounter in the hallways (although he swore Togami had gained quite a few pounds if he remembered that encounter right), so ignoring him would get nothing but a more direct approach. And that wasn’t really on Hoshi’s to-do list so to speak. A book is grabbed from the small stack selected, one about the joys of history, but the prisoners eyes were merely skimming over the words to keep an ear out for the next words.

“Can’t say I do. That’d mean making a fuss over nothing.” And nothing it was, honestly. If someone wanted to talk about things out of his control, then so be it. Such thoughts were almost petty in nature anyways- an attack for being different from the group. Not worth a thing.

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“Interesting.”

[ Togami’s mind scans through several insults that he can use against the short male. Why he is choosing to be persistent on breaking the other’s spirit is unknown. Is this truly for the sake of entertainment, or does the blonde heir have another agenda? Either way, he is mentally counting down to the moment when enough is enough. That will certainly be the highlight of his day. In truth, he can’t remember the last time he had a conversation lasting this long with a stranger. He might as well keep it going for the time being. ]

    waste of time, indeed. there is MUCH here that the gambler is still uncertain about – this whole situation is UNUSUAL to say the least. her gaze remains settled upon him as he turns to speak to her. a DISCUSSION, it seems is necessary, but what kind of discussion could he INTEND whilst sitting together upon a bed? it seems only an INTIMATE kind of discussion could fall in this kind of setting, and it SEEMS she is not entirely incorrect.

   it is SOMETHING enticing, hearing these words of approval. perhaps it was spoken with that SAME arrogance but the content is something so DIFFERENT than she has ever heard fall from his lips. approving of her SKILLS, considering her a PARTNER rather than something lower than him, is that NOT what she has always desired? to be seen as somebody WORTH something in the eyes of greatness? and yet… there is a BITTER reminder of monokuma’s message, and a THOUGHT that this is not real. is this simply what she wished to hear?

                        – did she WISH to be his beloved? thrown at her, a soft blush does cross her cheeks. proclaimed feelings are nothing new for her – and yet spoken by someone such as HIM, there is a certain power to be found. a soft hum leaves her lips.

              “ that is QUITE the offer… i will admit i have my suspicions, it sounds nearly TOO good to be true. i AM of the suspicious nature, you should remember. “

      and yet in spite of her words, a pale hand flits from her own lap to settle upon his hand. a MOTION in which she makes no acknowledgement. testing him, searching for his reactions to gauge the situation.

              “ how am i to know this is not some form of TRICK? “

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“A trick?”

[ Yes, one would think that he is simply joking. The cold-hearted heir to the Togami conglomerate is asking a childhood friend to be his beloved? No one has thought of the possibility that he could be capable of having such emotions. Never before has he fallen in love with another, especially with the shadow of his father and the number of wives at his side lingering behind the heir. Togami swore that he would never be like his father, who dated several women simply for the sake of wealth and prosperity. No, he needs something stable. A steady relationship that benefits him in many more ways than one. Could the raven-haired gambler be the one for him? ]

[ Togami shakes his head causing a few blonde strands to fall over his eyes. He takes a deep breath to attempt to calm his nerves, hands unraveling from their folded position on his lap. One of them lands inches, centimeters away from her delicate pale fingers. Normally he is excellent at maintaining his cool, arrogant composure, but he feels his heartbeat quickening its rhythmic beating. He tries to keep his expression neutral, but his feelings demand otherwise. A light blush turns his cheeks light pink, which he immediately tries to hide by turning his head away for a moment. ]

“No. It’s not a trick. I may be cunning, but I am not a sinister manipulator.”

[ The blonde heir glances at her one more, turning his body a little to face her. Once again, his confident attitude has returned. It is almost as if he has put on a mask after it fell off of his face. There is no more time to waste;Togami’s objective is clear, and he needs to make that known. His carefully selected words slip from his lips and land on the bed between them. ]

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“Hm? What do you want? Don’t tell me you’re here to tell me my fortune or cast a spell on me.”

[ His mocking tone is matched by a gleam of amusement in his cerulean hues. To be more dramatic, he reaches up and uses his index finger to push his glasses further up his nose. There is certainly something off about the stranger. Perhaps she is one of many strange people who choose to dress up in an odd fashion for the entire day. He silently hopes that she is not here to “convert” him or to convince him to join something bizarre. If she fails to make his time with her worth it, he will not hesitate to turn his back and walk away. Who knows what he is getting himself into now? ]

“Well… I don’t exactly make clothes. I only make cosplays! Fictional characters and fictional characters only,” she plainly responds. The other was a bit intimidating - he emitted a snobby rich kid aura with a hint of normie.

But Tsumugi could handle this… maybe. The offer of money was nice. She could buy more manga, or maybe one of those… ahem… special art commissions. She claps her hands together and smiles. The obvious solution was to offer the only thing she knew how to do.

“But I could make you a cosplay! I think you would make a good Kyouya Sata.”

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“A ‘cosplay’? What does that mean?”

[ For the first time in quite some time, the heir is stumped. He blinks, gazing at her in disbelief. She can only make outfits that are based on fictional characters? What good does that do? Why would she want to dress up like someone else? Perhaps she is an actor of some sort? Either way, she has piqued his curiosity enough to make him want to know more. Will this benefit him? Most likely not. ]