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Anticipation (n.) - A previous view or impression of what is to happen; instinctive prevision; foretaste.
Character(s)/Pairing(s): Black Star/Tsubaki
Theme: 006. Standing
March 29, 2009
"The way you hold me... I appreciate that," she said, a small smile gracing her features. "In weapon form," she clarified, blushing a little. He smiled, and she knew it was for an entirely different reason; she couldn't help but allow her heart to lift at that.
Clearing her throat, she continued, absentmindedly wringing and playing with her hands while she stood. "You don't treat me like I could break in two or just shatter completely. You hold me like your equal, even though I know that you always say..."
"You're the only person," Black Star interrupted, "in this world that I would ever proudly admit is my equal. If it weren't for you being with me, then I wouldn't be the big man I am today. When I'm standing tall, you're standing with me. You got that, Tsubaki?"
"I do," she smiled.
He nodded, clapping a hand on her shoulder. "Good." She let her hand rise to cup his cheek, knowing that she small gesture wouldn't be lost on him; she was reassured when she felt him shift only slightly to lean into her touch. Her hand got lost in his hair as she leaned down to kiss his forehead. He took it as the prime opportunity to chance a look down her dress. He was not disappointed.
"Let's go eat, I'm starving," he grinned when they finally moved apart from one another, rubbing his hands together in excitement, with a hint of deviousness.
She couldn't help but smile, admiring him as he slipped into his normal attitude, and walked by his side as he energetically chattered about what he was hungry for. This was their game, their dance. Soon it would grow into something more, but as long as they were together, she would be fine.