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[enteloki]

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this is your fault

[placation]

[ It's been a few months since Akechi moved out.

The choice was difficult, but important. An agreement made that he would experience life in student housing for his first year of university in order to get the full experience. If he disliked it, or simply found it more convenient to live at home, then he could move back for the remainder of his undergraduate degree. And it really is for the best, and he's enjoying it, Maruki knows he is, but–

Rumi is on a business trip. Her first since their little home housed two instead of three, and now only one sits aimlessly on the sofa.

It's six in the evening. Akechi's last lecture for the day ended at five-thirty. So– ]

Did you get home alright? (｡•́︿•̀｡)

im gonna kill you

[enteloki]

[The freedom that comes with moving out is invigorating and he enjoys it like any other child let loose for the first time. A rite of passage. He's an adult now to the extent he can be. He goes to class, visits restaurants and cafes with his friends, still arrives to his family's apartment bright and early Sunday morning - stays, sometimes, until the final train is leaving for the night.

He likes being on campus. Misses his parents more. Texts them daily to fill the gaps, video calls throughout the week to see them, sends photos surrounded by friends that have grew up walking through the same halls Akechi did.

His roommate is fine - sullen, to themselves. Akechi doesn't pry. They share some classes and study together. Lead separate lives after. It's not the same as living among those who offer unconditional love and understanding at every turn. It still exists, but in a different form, and it's difficult to adjust to.

A brrr of his phone and he knows it's one of his parents. Doesn't hesitate to pick it up from his desk.]

I did.

Look what was at the station today.

[Attached photo - sold out bento featuring the actor from the newest drama they watch together. Octopus Games. Incredible.]

I should be able to get three of them Sunday morning, if all goes well. We can enjoy that for lunch.

[placation]

[ OCTOPUS GAMES BENTO??? Say it ain't so! The food inside will be military rations quality, but it's all about not!Lee Jung-Jae's face on the tin. ]

Oh! I can try to get some too. Divide and conquer ᕙ( •̀ ᗜ •́ )ᕗ

[enteloki]

Good idea. Between the two of us, we can scrounge up three.

What are you eating tonight?

[placation]

[ Ah, right, he needs to make himself dinner...

Give him like. Fifteen minutes. Then a photo comes through of cabbage and beef layered in a pot simmering on the stove. ]

Mille feuille nabe!

[ It's... way too much food for just Maruki. He isn't used to cooking for one anymore. ]

Do you want me to bring you some?

[enteloki]

Not tonight. I'll be leaving shortly.

[Saying that stings - he wants nothing more than to be on the other side of counter, waiting for his meal to be dished up.

He needs to study. Has to meet Kurusu at the movies and-]

Will you cook with me tomorrow though? I forgot how to make tamagoyaki and following along with you will help.

[placation]

Of course.

However.

You forgot how to make tamagoyaki???

[ If it's just an excuse to cook together on facetime, it's a hilariously bad one. TAMAGOYAKI?????? ]

[enteloki]

[YEAH. TAMAGOYAKI. THERE'S AN ART.

HE WANTS HIS DAD.

: ( Help him Masayoshi Takuto.]

Yes, I did. I can't master the timing to fold it over and I added too much salt last time.

[placation]

Next Sunday when you're here, we're doing cooking basics boot camp. I can't have you out on your own like this!

[enteloki]

I forgot how to make okonomiyaki too. ദ്ദി´ ˘ `)✧

[Throwback kaomoji. Just make all his favorites this Sunday, actually.]

[placation]

[ Hook, line and sinker. Maruki can't chastise him for it, not even jokingly. ]

You're really twisting my arm!

Where are you going tonight?

Ah, wait, you don't have to tell me! I'm prying again...

[enteloki]

They're doing a special reshowing of Audition. Akira and I are going to see it. You're welcome to come as well, but I think the wire scene will keep you from sleeping for days.

On that note -

I checked your location and saw you were at home. That you have been all day, actually.

With mom gone, you should go do something as well. I created a small list of places you might enjoy. Please check your email.

[placation]

[ First of all, he wouldn't tag along and crash their night. Secondly, he saw five minutes of Audition once when Akechi was watching it at far too young an age in the living room and he never wants to again. Thirdly–

Oops. Caught and called out... ]

I've had a relaxing day at home! Everyone needs those sometime.

[enteloki]

That's not incorrect. You had one.

Now check your email and pick a place to visit this evening. It won't take much of your time.

[placation]

[ It is a very

very

long list. ]

When did you have time to put this together???

[enteloki]

I've been making note of places you and mom would enjoy for some time.

Tonight, after watching you, I decided to check the hours of every establishment, find out if any special events were occurring, check for discounts or limited time offers.

Anything that does made the top half of the list.

35 and onwards are acceptable to do at any time. I put them for posterity.

[placation]

[ That's his son... Thoughtful and caring, in his own strange, slightly overbearing way. Wonder where he gets it from? ]

Thank you. Give me a few minutes to read through it.

Have you shown Rumi this list, or am I the lucky first customer? ( ˶°ㅁ°) !!

[enteloki]

You're the first - I expect you to try out some establishments and take her to the best ones.

[Guinea Pig ♥]

cries.....

[placation]

I can do that!

[ Another few minutes to look through the list, and then– ]

This jazz club looks interesting. It says there's a singer tonight.

[enteloki]

Jazz Jin?

I've gone once with Akira - it's pleasant. The owner is also the bartender and he's quite entertaining.

You'll enjoy it. Please give him my regards.

[placation]

Bartender? Are you drinking? I told you I wanted to buy you your first drink!

[enteloki]

I couldn't help myself. One thing led to another and before I knew it, I was passed out in a ditch.

I'm joking, of course.

While he sells alcoholic beverages, I always choose the non-alcoholic ones. They're fairly colorful and the flavors mix well.

[placation]

Thank goodness! You scared me for a minute... "( – ⌓ – )

It's all the way in Kichijoji. Do you want me to pick up anything for you while I'm out there?

[enteloki]

No, though if you want to pick up anything for yourself, I would suggest it. The area has many newly established businesses and plenty of vendors to eat at.

You don't need to worry about me - I'm self-sufficient.

[A beat, and-]

For the most part.

Stop making that face.

[HE CAN PREDICT THE LOOK.]

[placation]

I'm not making a face!

[ He was definitely making a face. ]

I know that you're mostly self-sufficient. And I know that I don't need to get you anything. I just want to!

You'll never be too old for a little treat ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂ )⸝♡

[ Is he being embarrassing on purpose now because Akechi called him out on his face. Yes. Maybe. Yeah. ]