( he's more incredulous that he's being blamed for this when obviously everyone knows that the golden law is: the one who falls first is at fault? or so he'd be firm on cementing were he given that leisure. instead, he retorts back with: ) No one has time for that shit!
( unlike bolin who has [deflated banana] or [banono]'d on him, kurenai still has all the intentions of wriggling out from beneath him. which probably just sums up to weird or misconstrued movements happening beneath, or now sort of on the side of bolin. it's full of huffing and cursing and even him reaching out to push at bolin's face... ) G-get up and do something about this! Don't go all limp on me, bastard!
( only, then... the plant... rolls off. mimicking the defeat bolin just enacted. ) ...
[ There is a lot of physical contact as Kurenai yearns and struggles for freedom, but Bolin is a highly tactile person so it doesn't really bother him. Why should he care about the way that Kurenai's legs are pressing against his? Or the movements of torso as he wiggles further to the side?
That doesn't mean however, that he's not appreciative of the way that the plant finally globs off their hands, falling to their floor in perfect mimicry of the way the earthbender currently feels. ]
Hey... [ Bolin pushes himself up then, now completely ignoring Kurenai's complaints, all of his attention on the plant. ] This is a surprisingly sensitive little guy, isn't he?
Hah? Is that really the point here? ( and in all his initial shock, he's pushed off and just sort of sits there on the floor. all huffy, no less. ) He's caused enough trouble. ( once again, he reaches over with his leg to try and push the plant further away from him—
but then, he stops himself an inch or two short.
he releases something of a quiet sigh before standing up and dusting himself off. ) But, he's probably.... what is that? ( he seems to mull over the start of his own words, before finally stabilizing his trail of thought. ) Channeling off moods or something like that? I feel like that's what I heard, but. It all seems pretty stupid.
[ As much as he wants to poke and prod at the jelly plant again, fascinated that it would have such a power, Bolin is more than a little aware that it would probably a foolish idea given the dire circumstances that they had just narrowly escaped. Instead, the earthbender pushes himself up as well, dusting off his knees and unable to control the grin on his face or the brightness in his eyes.
That had actually been fun, mostly because it the situation was absolutely hilarious. ]
I guess it's compensating for your lack of empathy. [ His voice bright and cheerful despite his insulting words. And it's fine really, Bolin himself has a hard time reading people, he too would appreciate the help of a mood ring in the form of a plant. ]
You should take care of it though. Don't you know that women like guys who are sensitive and considerate?
excuse?? but, in all honesty, bolin isn't too far off the mark. though, it's intended to be an insult, even kurenai has no rejoinders to vehemently toss back in return. instead, he's left gritting his teeth in mild irritation. though, this wouldn't be the first this has happened since the... bleak beginning of their encounter. instead, he gives an absent wave. ) Who needs anything useless like that. All I need is to get what I want in this world. Nothing more, nothing less.
( implied: no matter the sacrifices that are made in between. though, at the latter: ) And shut the hell up. I don't know if you know, but I hate guys like that the most. ( after all, it all seemed relatively superficial to him. they acted polite in accordance to social norms. in a desire to be respected and viewed as respectable. it was utterly disgusting to him. the important part was living as one pleased. aka, not giving two shits about anything!!! the true path of a man!! )
[ "All I need is to get what I want in this world."
That's an incredibly bold dream, and it certainly piques Bolin's curiosity, though he doesn't say anything in response to it. Kurenai seems young, and it's good for people his age to have big dreams. He'll have to grow up and face all the responsibilities of adulthood one day, and it's difficult to be selfish under those circumstances, so it's better to let him have his freedom while he can.
It's his approach to women that has the earthbender crossing his arms, shaking his head in disapproval. ]
I didn't ask what kind of guys you liked? [ He doesn't se the connection?? ] I mean, if you like guys, then that's cool, it makes no difference to me. I can't give you any advice on how to attract a boyfriend though.
[ To be fair, he can't really give Kurenai advice on how to get a girlfriend either, all of his relationships have been happy accidents. ]
( he could have debated the philosophy and ideals of what he believed. could have tried to scrutinize the judgement out of bolin's features. could have, quite frankly, done and responding to anything, but instead he opts on something simple. something straightforward. )
I'm not gay! ( cue... reaching to grab a hold of bolin's collar. pt. 2 of a never-ending saga. ) Who the hell are you saying is trying to attract a boyfriend!? Don't push your sick fantasies on me, Gaylin. ( um....
[ He's so shocked he doesn't know whether to laugh or not?!
It is a really funny nickname, though it's alarming how violently the other boy is reacting, leaving Bolin just to stare at him in surprise. (He'd already been punched in the face tonight, honestly Kurenai's no where near as rude as Shinji.) ]
Wh— There's nothing wrong with being gay, I wasn't trying to insult you? [ He's so confused??? ] I'm not gay though— well, I mean. [ ... ] Not really? It's complicated?
while he's still very much aligned to the concept of violating throttling the individual before him, he does simmer down by the rest of the words. more huffy and affronted than actually... out for blood? look, it's an Improvement. ) ... complicated? Don't tell me you're actually— ( he stares back to him. blankly, before pushing him ...
[ Bolin would've been ready for a real discussion about this if not
For the fact that he's suddenly being shoved away?? baby pls don't go ]
What? [ It doesn't occur to him at first what Kurenai is implying, mostly because Bolin forgets that it's even possible for him to be attracted to men 99% of the time.
Once realisation hits however, his expression crumples, as though looking at something extremely unappetizing. ]
I don't have any ideas about you? I don't even know you?! Don't make it weird.
( you... not knowing him and hopefully not wanting to do the do with him???
it's not like he's explicitly thinking that far, but he doesn't need a guy questioning his sexuality around him, all right. he already has there world of notome problems to consider here. though, he does add. ) Then, why the hell are you so unsure for? No chick goes for an indecisive bastard.
... ( wait. is chick the right word here.
he closes his eyes as if contemplating his own designation and labels. )
I already have a girlfriend, I don't need to get chicks. [ Gently said since Kurenai apparently thinks it's appropriate to give Bolin advice about women.
And it's not like... it's a lie. Bolin is technically still dating Opal; they'd never discussed what to do about their relationship in case one of them gets transported to another dimension. So, for all intents and purposes, he does have a girlfriend.
Even though, at the same time, he's not opposed to finding a new one. ]
( google emoji of a blob in thought ) but, still. he does seem pretty incredulous at that statement. there's genuine shock laced in his expression. that is, before it simmers down. ah. he's heard this excuse before. he feels like a fool for believing it all but 0.5 seconds. here, kurenai wears his "sounds fake, but ok" face. ) Doesn't mean you aren't looking.
( whether bc she isn't real, or...
bc. look. he Understands. carnal desires, etc, etc. )
[ He doesn't really like the way that Kurenai says that. Though, he probably shouldn't be surprised since it seems like the only things that the other boy cares about are sex and dating. (Which is fair, hormones, etc.)
Regardless, he leans back a little, trying to disengage. ]
I'm not! Actively looking anyway. Besides, why are you giving me advice? Aren't you the type of guy that would want to hoard girls to yourself?
Hoard girls...? ( perhaps, this was an inarguable truth. one he can't precisely find an apt rejoinder to, at the very least. he was possessive by nature. fueled by natural desires and inclinations. he held back no sordid emotion. though, whether he was actually capable of feeling envy or jealousy was another matter entirely. at the very least, he didn't feel it for most. in that sense... ) Sorry to say but I don't care about having a crowd.
( or rather, while it's something he had a robust hold over on his home turf, it isn't something he actually.... sought. he clicks his tongue. ) Anyway, what does this and that have to matter? To begin with... this isn't advice.
I'm just saying this is how men are. You, included.
[ He's not really sure if he agrees. It's true that Bolin looks—it's impossible to keep from noticing pretty girls, isn't it? But Bolin had no interest in pursuing any other girls while he was with Opal; he didn't see the point. There's nothing that they could offer him that he couldn't get from her.
Though, it was difficult when they saw each other so infrequently. That had just made him pine for her more however, to the point where he barely even noticed other girls around him. ]
That's cool. [ He continues, because maybe Kurenai isn't as gross as he looks, if he's not out to collect a harem. ] I hope you find a great girlfriend then. Even if you probably need to work on your manners...
Well. [ He looks at Kurenai more closely. ] You're probably nicer to girls, right?
though, despite his own adamancy to remain a perpetual asshole through it all, he is slightly taken aback by bolin's sincerity. he hardly encountered individuals who were so... freely devoid of ulterior motives or considerations. of words that didn't contain derision or sarcasm. it was strange to hear such forthright words. even doubly so coming from a guy. he looks mildly shocked, before it eventually settles back in to his usual prickliness. ) Hah? What are you saying is wrong with my manners? I do what I want. Isn't that the most important thing?
( he shakes it off, however. ) If they're mine. ( ... in reverse?? )
... you just look like you're nice to everyone. ( somehow, he sounds and looks repulsed. )
[ Bolin's expression falls a little at the continued use of the unwanted nickname, as though Kurenai's dropped a weight on him. He doesn't say anything however, just shaking his head and letting out a sigh. ]
I'm not nice. [ As he fixes the younger boy with a small, disapproving frown. ] I'm normal! You're the one that's weird here.
[ Weirdly aggressive that is. But Bolin figures there's a story to it. There always is.
He doesn't ask. It's only the first date after all, and instead he just nudges the other boy. ]
( he clicks his tongue, probably for the umpteenth time this session alone, before sliding it under the proverbial rug. he permits it to pass him by if just for the fact that... it seemed like a pretty pointless argument. one that neither upped his ego, or ... shot bolin down to the depths of despair. so no one wins. :(
instead, he gets caught up on the second part— ) What? ( .... )
Your network ID is the dumbest thing I've heard all day.
makes kurenai laugh. granted, it's a dark sort of chuckle, his hand reaching to cover his mouth. it's hard to tell if he's laughing bc of bolin's remark or the fact that bolin thinks he has a date. either way: ) Pathetic. ( he eventually releases, tangled between the quieter tenor of his tight exhales. once, he recovers, however, he gives a confident smirk. )
Karakurenai. I don't think you'll forget it, either.
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( unlike bolin who has [deflated banana] or [banono]'d on him, kurenai still has all the intentions of wriggling out from beneath him. which probably just sums up to weird or misconstrued movements happening beneath, or now sort of on the side of bolin. it's full of huffing and cursing and even him reaching out to push at bolin's face... ) G-get up and do something about this! Don't go all limp on me, bastard!
( only, then... the plant... rolls off. mimicking the defeat bolin just enacted. ) ...
( ah. )
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That doesn't mean however, that he's not appreciative of the way that the plant finally globs off their hands, falling to their floor in perfect mimicry of the way the earthbender currently feels. ]
Hey... [ Bolin pushes himself up then, now completely ignoring Kurenai's complaints, all of his attention on the plant. ] This is a surprisingly sensitive little guy, isn't he?
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but then, he stops himself an inch or two short.
he releases something of a quiet sigh before standing up and dusting himself off. ) But, he's probably.... what is that? ( he seems to mull over the start of his own words, before finally stabilizing his trail of thought. ) Channeling off moods or something like that? I feel like that's what I heard, but. It all seems pretty stupid.
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That had actually been fun, mostly because it the situation was absolutely hilarious. ]
I guess it's compensating for your lack of empathy. [ His voice bright and cheerful despite his insulting words. And it's fine really, Bolin himself has a hard time reading people, he too would appreciate the help of a mood ring in the form of a plant. ]
You should take care of it though. Don't you know that women like guys who are sensitive and considerate?
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excuse?? but, in all honesty, bolin isn't too far off the mark. though, it's intended to be an insult, even kurenai has no rejoinders to vehemently toss back in return. instead, he's left gritting his teeth in mild irritation. though, this wouldn't be the first this has happened since the... bleak beginning of their encounter. instead, he gives an absent wave. ) Who needs anything useless like that. All I need is to get what I want in this world. Nothing more, nothing less.
( implied: no matter the sacrifices that are made in between. though, at the latter: ) And shut the hell up. I don't know if you know, but I hate guys like that the most. ( after all, it all seemed relatively superficial to him. they acted polite in accordance to social norms. in a desire to be respected and viewed as respectable. it was utterly disgusting to him. the important part was living as one pleased. aka, not giving two shits about anything!!! the true path of a man!! )
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That's an incredibly bold dream, and it certainly piques Bolin's curiosity, though he doesn't say anything in response to it. Kurenai seems young, and it's good for people his age to have big dreams. He'll have to grow up and face all the responsibilities of adulthood one day, and it's difficult to be selfish under those circumstances, so it's better to let him have his freedom while he can.
It's his approach to women that has the earthbender crossing his arms, shaking his head in disapproval. ]
I didn't ask what kind of guys you liked? [ He doesn't se the connection?? ] I mean, if you like guys, then that's cool, it makes no difference to me. I can't give you any advice on how to attract a boyfriend though.
[ To be fair, he can't really give Kurenai advice on how to get a girlfriend either, all of his relationships have been happy accidents. ]
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I'm not gay! ( cue... reaching to grab a hold of bolin's collar. pt. 2 of a never-ending saga. ) Who the hell are you saying is trying to attract a boyfriend!? Don't push your sick fantasies on me, Gaylin. ( um....
look. he thinks he's clever, but. )
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[ He's so shocked he doesn't know whether to laugh or not?!
It is a really funny nickname, though it's alarming how violently the other boy is reacting, leaving Bolin just to stare at him in surprise. (He'd already been punched in the face tonight, honestly Kurenai's no where near as rude as Shinji.) ]
Wh— There's nothing wrong with being gay, I wasn't trying to insult you? [ He's so confused??? ] I'm not gay though— well, I mean. [ ... ] Not really? It's complicated?
[ Does Kurenai want to talk about it? ]
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while he's still very much aligned to the concept of violating throttling the individual before him, he does simmer down by the rest of the words. more huffy and affronted than actually... out for blood? look, it's an Improvement. ) ... complicated? Don't tell me you're actually— ( he stares back to him. blankly, before pushing him ...
away. ) Don't get any stupid ideas.
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For the fact that he's suddenly being shoved away?? baby pls don't go ]
What? [ It doesn't occur to him at first what Kurenai is implying, mostly because Bolin forgets that it's even possible for him to be attracted to men 99% of the time.
Once realisation hits however, his expression crumples, as though looking at something extremely unappetizing. ]
I don't have any ideas about you? I don't even know you?! Don't make it weird.
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( you... not knowing him and hopefully not wanting to do the do with him???
it's not like he's explicitly thinking that far, but he doesn't need a guy questioning his sexuality around him, all right. he already has there world of notome problems to consider here. though, he does add. ) Then, why the hell are you so unsure for? No chick goes for an indecisive bastard.
... ( wait. is chick the right word here.
he closes his eyes as if contemplating his own designation and labels. )
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And it's not like... it's a lie. Bolin is technically still dating Opal; they'd never discussed what to do about their relationship in case one of them gets transported to another dimension. So, for all intents and purposes, he does have a girlfriend.
Even though, at the same time, he's not opposed to finding a new one. ]
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( google emoji of a blob in thought ) but, still. he does seem pretty incredulous at that statement. there's genuine shock laced in his expression. that is, before it simmers down. ah. he's heard this excuse before. he feels like a fool for believing it all but 0.5 seconds. here, kurenai wears his "sounds fake, but ok" face. ) Doesn't mean you aren't looking.
( whether bc she isn't real, or...
bc. look. he Understands. carnal desires, etc, etc. )
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Regardless, he leans back a little, trying to disengage. ]
I'm not! Actively looking anyway. Besides, why are you giving me advice? Aren't you the type of guy that would want to hoard girls to yourself?
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( or rather, while it's something he had a robust hold over on his home turf, it isn't something he actually.... sought. he clicks his tongue. ) Anyway, what does this and that have to matter? To begin with... this isn't advice.
I'm just saying this is how men are. You, included.
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[ He's not really sure if he agrees. It's true that Bolin looks—it's impossible to keep from noticing pretty girls, isn't it? But Bolin had no interest in pursuing any other girls while he was with Opal; he didn't see the point. There's nothing that they could offer him that he couldn't get from her.
Though, it was difficult when they saw each other so infrequently. That had just made him pine for her more however, to the point where he barely even noticed other girls around him. ]
That's cool. [ He continues, because maybe Kurenai isn't as gross as he looks, if he's not out to collect a harem. ] I hope you find a great girlfriend then. Even if you probably need to work on your manners...
Well. [ He looks at Kurenai more closely. ] You're probably nicer to girls, right?
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though, despite his own adamancy to remain a perpetual asshole through it all, he is slightly taken aback by bolin's sincerity. he hardly encountered individuals who were so... freely devoid of ulterior motives or considerations. of words that didn't contain derision or sarcasm. it was strange to hear such forthright words. even doubly so coming from a guy. he looks mildly shocked, before it eventually settles back in to his usual prickliness. ) Hah? What are you saying is wrong with my manners? I do what I want. Isn't that the most important thing?
( he shakes it off, however. ) If they're mine. ( ... in reverse?? )
... you just look like you're nice to everyone. ( somehow, he sounds and looks repulsed. )
I'd be careful if I were you, Gaylin.
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I'm not nice. [ As he fixes the younger boy with a small, disapproving frown. ] I'm normal! You're the one that's weird here.
[ Weirdly aggressive that is. But Bolin figures there's a story to it. There always is.
He doesn't ask. It's only the first date after all, and instead he just nudges the other boy. ]
What's your network ID? Mine's WHAT.
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instead, he gets caught up on the second part— ) What? ( .... )
Your network ID is the dumbest thing I've heard all day.
( okay, he only just got here, but look.
there's a point to be made somewhere. )
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I get it. [ Bolin answers, expression more and more dead. ] You're a tough guy, really sassy.
[ He throws his hands up in a show of how impressed he is. ]
Anyway, what's your ID? I need to get back to my date.
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makes kurenai laugh. granted, it's a dark sort of chuckle, his hand reaching to cover his mouth. it's hard to tell if he's laughing bc of bolin's remark or the fact that bolin thinks he has a date. either way: ) Pathetic. ( he eventually releases, tangled between the quieter tenor of his tight exhales. once, he recovers, however, he gives a confident smirk. )
Karakurenai. I don't think you'll forget it, either.
( with that, he lets him go. )