YOU'RE THE NEXT CONTESTANT

[sictransitgloriamundi]

WHO: the Captain + You
WHAT: contractually obligated price is right game
WHEN: 11/18, like nightish?
WHERE: Bellona Theater
WARNINGS: N/A, currently

[you've heard the announcement, the sound of Friday's cautious optimism as she spoke it. you've waited all day. now, it's time for the game.

the amount of effort that has gone into this production at Bellona can be safely defined as “minimal.” there are three podiums, with three slate boards and three pieces of chalk. there is another podium, currently empty, next to a plain folding table. there is a tablecloth draped over the table, covering a lumpy, inscrutable shape.

the most remarkable thing is the giant wheel set up on the other side of the empty podium. the slices of the giant circle are colorful, but also completely blank. the Captain actually spends 30 minutes prior to the start of the event simply sitting in front of it, back to the audience, and spinning it, listening to the loud clacking noise pick up and then die down again, before spinning it once more.

clackclackclack clack clack. clack. clackclackclackclackclack.

it's gonna be a long night.]

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[konpeito_aji]

Klaus... [A deep low warning growl, because he's definitely in danger of forgetting any reasons to care about shared spaces and on the verge of his usual Demon King thing of "fuck societal prudish mores! Overhaul the whole structure and live freely!"]

[Grrrr...]

[A quiet rumble almost to the back of Klaus' ear:]

I'm looking forward to that.

[And then he takes a DEEEEEEEP breath and leans back, trying to stay as composed as he can get.] Venti also got a song out of me on the first excursion, and Uptown Girl later. He's fond of Billy Joel. His trick is also similar. If I get overwhelmed enough, I'll just do it. This is why I was called the fool lord in my youth. One of many reasons. [The bizarre personality...]

[busball]

[That only gains a very amused smile from them. This is very clearly winning the game.] Yes??? [He affects an innocent look here. Very innocent. Has never misbehaved a day in his life.]

After this is over, I need to grab something, but I want you to go to the room and get ready. Also we should probably ask your roommate for privacy.

[Klaus goes with him, doing their best to stay also relaxed.] Should I be jealous? [He isn’t, but it’s funny to say it since he’s the one that’s expressly stated he’d be fine if Nobunaga slept around. Only he’s carefully aware that now that they’ve been so deeply open with each other about things and he’s gotten to know more, he would be uncomfortable with the possibility of him ending up with feelings for anyone else. Which they’ve honestly never experienced before. Or, at the very least, never thought about.]

[As if in response to nothing, Klaus carefully shifts before pulling both of Nobunaga’s arms around their waist] I lied before. [The words are quiet.] I don’t want you to be with anyone else either. Unless we’re together.

[konpeito_aji]

[Arches both eyebrows, and probably will have to stay seated like this for a little while now, thanks Klaus.]

[He was about to say something about the songs--]

[But gets instantly flustered, then amused by Klaus.]

[Okay another kiss for Klaus, even if he's failing miserably at being incredibly turned on again.] I shall let you in on a little secret, my Lucky Number.

[Chu!] I like having my hands full, but you have completely filled my hands. [Squeezes Klaus hips, but then drags a hand full of intertwined fingers up to kiss Klaus' knuckles with a predatory smirk.] You are all I can carry, and all I want to taste. I have not thought about anyone else, and I told you, I will break the voice in your head that lies to you and says you are not enough. You are exactly what I want, no more, no less. If you need to be free, I'll not restrict you, but --

[All blushy smiles.] I'm glad to hear you say that. I have no interest in others. I pursue one thing, and keep my hands full. I have no intention to set you down or pick up anyone else. [Hands go back on Klaus' waist and he kisses him hard on the lips. And they wonder why they have trouble keeping their hands off each other!]

[He still remembers the flash of his own temper, almost stabbing Sharky, but it's true, his hands full of Klaus. He can't bring himself to want something more, even before they were officially partner/boyfriend or exclusive.]

I still want you to have no regrets. To not look back at missed opportunities and wonder. But if these are your words then -- [A happy hum as he closes his eyes, and holds Klaus close, snuggling into his neck.] I will just make sure you enjoy this new thing even more instead, yes? [Best day ever.] And you needn't be jealous of Venti. He is like a baby brother. He did take me flying though. So you will have to keep up to keep challenging my expectations! [Laughs evilly but kisses another part with pure amusement.]

[They're doing this in front of a whole theater and Nobunaga cannot give a single fuck about that, because Klaus has all his fucks, yes.]

[busball]

[Klaus is not sorry. Nope.]

[They do appreciate the kiss. Really any positive signs of affection.]

[He flushes a little at Nobunaga's words, not even sure why this of all things is making his face heat up. It's kind of stupid, honestly.] That was one of the hottest things anyone's ever said to me.

[And wow, he's somehow even cuter. How did that happen?] Good. Cause I'm not sure I could handle it if you somehow fell in love with someone else. [They shift again if only to make it easier to kiss back, mostly oblivious to everything else.]

I wasn't really jealous...I was just joking...cause I figure you'd have told me...if it was something. [He grins a little] Oh. You think I can't keep up? I'll show you! Only like...not right now.

[konpeito_aji]

I cannot imagine what circumstances could even make it possible for such a thing. I did not expect to love you so deeply either, after all. No. [A headshake.] I am quite certain no one could take your place. Not even other versions of you, as you say. You are my only Lucky Number, and that is what I want and need.

Yes. Show me, but not right now. [ALL THE GRINS, and gently pets Klaus' hair.]

[busball]

I dunno. Just get anxious about it. I know it’s dumb. [Brains are dumb. They just want to cuddle about it.] I will fight myself to be honest if they even try it!

[He’s happy here. Just chilling.]

[konpeito_aji]

It's not that stupid. [All the snuggles for his cute partner!] As sexy as that might be to watch, I shall endeavor to give you no reasons to feel anything other than reassured that you are the best and quite loved. [Stupid blush. Shoo blush! SHOO!]

[busball]

[He lets out a long breath before.] I believe you.