Model Idol Combi: there's always that first date

[jitensha]

[ Makoto had heard it on the highest authority (Miki) that girls should always be fashionably late to their dates. It left the guy 'frothing with desire', or something like that. And she'd dwelt on it, she really had, even as she sifted through her closet for the sixth time.

Makoto has always been Makoto, though, and that meant she didn't feel right purposely taking her time. It's why she's waiting near the entrance-- has been waiting for ten minutes with the long black skirt and the white shirt with the artfully placed frills and the red heels that click so cutely when she walks. It's a far cry from the jeans and sweatshirts she usually runs around in.

But she'd like to think it's not bad. ]

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[jitensha]

I wouldn't dream of it!

[ ... see, she's already close to dragging him, bouncing on the soles of her feet with ill-contained excitement. ] We have to find the best one, Ryota-kun!!

[ex_doubly406]

[Wow she's really into this. Letting her pull him, he follows in at a more leisurely pace with a 'I'm going, I'm going'. He'll be just as picky about the horses though, don't worry.]

[jitensha]

[ between the two of them, they might take enough time for the bell to chime in preparation for the ride starting.

And Makoto comes to the abrupt realization that she's still standing in her quest for the perfect perch.

Oops. ]

[ex_doubly406]

[Well we can't have that.

When that bell chimes, Kise moves. His hands firm on her waist, he lifts her and plops her down on the nearest horse. Gently.]

Up you go!

[It's a nice horse, really, decorated with stars and ribbons. Maybe not with flowers or in pastels like the next one over but it was the closest one to her.

He'll be taking her collection of loot with him so that she can hold on properly too, while he hops back onto one of the smaller horses that won't be moving.]

[jitensha]

[ she actually releases the smallest of yelps when he lifts her, surprised at the suddenness of large hands tightening carefully around her waist and not being on the ground anymore, but then her fingers wrap around the brass bar and she looks over her shoulder to see him safely seated.

... And this really is a nice horse, pretty and regal. He did well, so he gets a thumbs' up. ]

[ex_doubly406]

[He gives her one back as he sits on his own horse, looking quite... giant. It was obviously not made for someone of his build, but he's not standing and these are the little things you do for a girl you like.]

[jitensha]

[ okay yes, so he looks a little silly on that poor horse, but you know what, having a boyfriend who will go on the carousel with you is a rare gift. It's one she can appreciate, as she hugs the pole and thinks she probably owes someone else a hug as well. ]

[ex_doubly406]

[He loves these things just as much as the next person, so he is a little envious of the people who got to sit on proper horses that fit them, but standing back and watching Makoto looking so excited as her skirt flutters around her ankles... It's a consolation prize he'll take.

So when the horses finally come to a stop, he'll do the same thing as before-- lift her up by her waist. Setting her down, he gives her back her bag.]

How was your horse, Princess?

[jitensha]

[ at least she's expecting it this time, so no embarrassing noises of shock. She just smiles and it's probably the ridiculous kind of radiance that swoons camera ladies. She also gives her horse a fond pat with her free hand. ]

A true noble steed!

[ex_doubly406]

[THAT SMILE THOUGH... It's on par with his wow. He's frozen for a moment, but he shakes himself out of it.]

I chose well, didn't I? I knew it'd fit you!

[Holding onto Ryota #2-- honestly it really might be too big for her-- he looks around before asking for her hand again by holding his out.]

But it finally got dark enough, so let's go to one more place!

[jitensha]

[ he doesn't even have to ask. She's still in the middle of bliss and contentment, pleased by the compliment, and there's no embarrassed trembling when she slips her hand into his and brushes their fingers together. ]

Where are we going?

[ex_doubly406]

[It seems like that moment when she'd merely stared at his hand blankly is far far away and not just a few hours ago. His hand folding over hers naturally like they've been doing this for years, he takes the lead this time.]

To the ferris wheel! You weren't planning to leave without going on it, were you? It's the other requirement for an amusement park date!

[jitensha]

... That's right! I've never actually gone on one before!

[ex_doubly406]

--Huh?! Are you serious?!

[jitensha]

B-because... it's mainly for couples and... [ she trails off, shamefaced. ,]

[ex_doubly406]

[The biggest (non-judgemental???) sigh.]

Makocchi, you've been missing out on the good things in life.

Lucky for you, I'm here!

[jitensha]

[ SHE'S SORRY SHE HASN'T HAD A NORMAL DATING EXPERIENCE. ]

I definitely feel lucky! [ and chagrined. ]

[ex_doubly406]

[SHHHHH just let the model do his thing.]

Glad you agree! Ah, it really does look different when it's lit up!

[Hey hey hey, it's ferris wheel time. And it's looking quite spectacular with the sun down, to be honest.]

[jitensha]

[ Makoto goes silent when she looks up, though not without a little gasp of awe first. She'd always thought ferris wheels were impressive, and yes, she'd gone through every amusement park date that her manga volumes could offer, and they always made a point of this ride being the most romantic.

That aside, it's just beautiful. ]

[ex_doubly406]

[Kise is already looking at the line however, mumbling something about a lot of couples having the same idea.]

I guess we should hurry, but then the view isn't going anywhere--

[Which is when he notices her gaping at the ferris wheel. And so he nudges her a little.]

Not bad for a first time, right?

[jitensha]

[ she jumps a little, before she gives him a little smile and nods. ]

I can still admire it in line!

[ex_doubly406]

[Which is just fine! He nods, happily taking her along. Look at him all excited while lining up.]

[jitensha]

[ she's not much better. Obviously, Kise's done this before, although she'd rather not think about how many times he's done it with other girlfriends, but it's nice to see that he's just as enthusiastic about it as she is.

... And boy, is she. She's pretty much a wriggly puppy. ]

[ex_doubly406]

[Yes let's not think about that--

But wriggly puppy meet another wriggly puppy, because once it's their turn Kise practically jumps into the car.

Obviously this energy will not die down until they get off, or maybe not even then.]

[jitensha]

[ Makoto manages to maintain a grip on her jubilation-- until they're high enough to see over the park, and then she's got her fingers pressed to the glass and her eyes fastened on the view. ]

Ryota-kun!! You can't look away, you'll miss it!