Haha, were you expecting someone else? [ NO WORK, only play. Or that's Mikazuki's big plan for today but how to get Hijikata out of the house? He half wonders if he's stronger than him? Hijikata DOES kind of look like a stick but when they fought...he was strong? Mikazuki supposes he'll find out soon enough, already pretty close to his apartment by the time he called. ]
Yes, actually. I need you, Hijikkun. Would you mind terribly if I borrowed you for the day?
[ Especially because desk work time is Hijikata time!!! Alone time... With him, and his work. Or poetry, you know, he does that too! A great way to spend time... At your desk- a nice cup of tea and writing (bad) poetry...
An eyebrow raised. ]
Borrow me, huh. What do you need me for, just tell me. [ Look!!! you can't be vague today, jijii... ]
Ah, how do I put this...I just need you. [ Plain and simple! Hoho...there's Hijikata's apartment now! Mikazuki is making his way to the door already, though it'll be at least a full minute before he fully arrives to (BREAK DOWN) open the door. It's just enough time to try to get the vice-captain out of his own accord since he'd rather that than picking him up and carting him off. ]
If you want me to be blunt, I want your company for the day. Ahaha, that's not so bad, is it?
[ Eyes narrow... Listen here Mikazuki... Also, don't worry the door is unlocked (mostly for Horikawa)... Maybe he would get him a spare key, is that possible? He'll worry about that later. ]
That's it?
[ Ugh, really... Mikazuki!!! ] I told you, I was in the middle of something. Is it that necessary?
[ No listening...only action...literally since Mikazuki doesn't reply to that, shutting off his CereVice and knocking (at least) before he lets himself in. Hijikata SURELY doesn't mind, right? Right! ] Here we are. Ah, Hijikkun...at your desk? You really are buried deep in your work...aha, all the more reason!
I'll give you one more chance. [ SLAMS FIST (on hijikata's desk) ] Would you be so kind as to come out with me for the day?
[ He really did come over... Hijikata was kind of hoping he was joking? Well, Mikazuki is an okay guy, so he doesn't mind but... WHEN HE'S BOTHERING HIJIKATA WHILE HE'S DOING WORK!!! It's a different story... ]
I don't want to get behind on this stuff, you know. [ For the record, he's actually been trying to rest because he said he would! And now his wound from [low voice] Tsurumaru, is mostly healed and he can definitely move around much more easily... ... ...
Anyway, he drops his brush in mere surprise because he honestly didn't expect Mikazuki to be so forward with his SLAMMING!
I wouldn't have come all this way if it wasn't. [ Which is true...Mikazuki may be pretty carefree with things but he wouldn't trouble himself THIS much if Hijikata earnestly didn't want to go. But he can tell...he can tell that this man needs a break. His old bones are probably all sore from being hunched over a desk all day too! This is how you break your back and hips, you know! smh... ]
If you're so worried about your work, I can help after the day is done. Would that persuade you to come with me a little more?
[ Well, that's true. Although, it's also Mikazuki's fault for coming sort of uninvited and unannounced. Smh. ]
Seriously.. You guys are unpredictable.
[ Not that it's a bad thing. But look, he's actually contemplating about it. Once again, Mikazuki is not a bad guy, he's also pretty interesting (he fights good?)- he also did come all this way. He can't really just tell him to go back home, right? Well... Maybe... ]
Ah, the pleasure district is the most familiar to me. [ because of the theme of it, don't get any dirty thoughts u hentai... ] We can go to the teahouse where I work and drink. Aha, they also have alcohol if that's more your fancy today.
[ In any case since Hijikata kind of seems to have Agreed, Mikazuki is going to start rising him from his chair by way of holding onto his arms! He'll also start tugging him along too, hand on hand...it's what he often does so don't be wary vice-captain... :) ] Let's be off then, shall we?
Haha, you won't? [ He sounds UNSURE if he really won't but he'll give Hijikata the benefit of the doubt for now...and hey, even if he does try to run well Mikazuki will happily chase him back down. :9 No escaping back to work for the vice-captain today!!! ] I'll trust you for the moment then... ~
Ah but, which way was it to the pleasure district again? [ He's gotten better at not getting utterly lost but there are still times where he won't know which way is the right way. Oh well. Mikazuki starts walking in what he thinks is the correct direction, urging Hijikata along. ] Before I forget, don't worry about credits. You could say today is on me, ahaha.
[ LOOK... Hijikata might be some kind of workaholic, but he isn't that bad to literally run away from his friends(?), geez! ]
You still don't know how to get there? [ a sigh. Mikazuki just still decides to keep on walking despite what he said just now, what the heck! But, Hijikata has been to the pleasure district quite a few times... ... ... for what reason? who knows, but he does know how to get there- convenient, right? ]
Well, you seem to be going the right way. I'll stop you if you take the wrong turn. [ blink, blink. ] Are you sure? I don't mind paying, really.
Ahaha, it's no trouble! I did invite you out and it would be rude of me not to pay for our play date, wouldn't you say?
[ Formalities are always a Big Thing when it comes to someone as old as him, owned by powerful nobles and shogunates and the like. Things like this are second nature to him by now so Mikazuki will probably refuse and outright deny any attempts on Hijikata's part to try and pay! Today is a day for fun and relaxing and besides, this old sword gets a lot of good tips from his job so he's never short on the $$$. ]
Feel free to empty my bank account if you like. Aha, I don't mind spoiling my new and good friend this time -- but, [ He'll stop abruptly and turn to face the vice-captain. Then...he reaches over and boops him on the nose... ] do promise to pay for me next time, Hijikkun.
[ well, guess it's just time for Hijikata to learn about [low voice] fun. not that he minds going to the pleasure district, of course, he's pretty fond of that place.
he stops- giving Mikazuki this look after he boops his nose. hey, why. ]
Well, after this I'll have to owe you one anyway. Not that I mind. [ sooo time to keep going! ] I could use a drink or two after all that's been happening.
[ there's a sigh. yes, referring to the recent shenanigans: the library... the ghosts... too much has been going on. ] You seem to be faring well though, hm? After what happened recently, I mean.
[ of course, maybe Mikazuki is just like Hijikata who's Really Good at putting on a mask and hide any stress or worries under a rug? maybe? who knows. ]
Hm hm, one really could use a drink... [ Mikazuki himself hasn't been as involved as he usually would be but maybe that was for the best. So much had happened and he's just now hearing the tales of the end results. He hopes his Saniwa will be able to recover, he's MUCH too young to be dying because of ghosts, isn't he? Though this Sanjou sword doesn't have the full story on what he went through -- hmm...but well!
Something to think on another time... ] Aha, do you think so? [ Best to deflect any answering with questions, he's not so much in the mood to talk about himself. He is...how he always is. That should be fine -- nothing wrong here! ] I could say the same about you! How have you been since everything?
ah yes hijikata h hijikatason
Speak- [ Oh. It's him. Bamboozled! ] Ah, Mikazuki...
[ He falls silent listening to what he has to say. ] Well, I am. I'm just doing work. [ When is he NOT!!! ]
Do you need something?
AH YES...[peanut voice] toiletkata
Yes, actually. I need you, Hijikkun. Would you mind terribly if I borrowed you for the day?
NO!!!!!
[ Especially because desk work time is Hijikata time!!! Alone time... With him, and his work. Or poetry, you know, he does that too! A great way to spend time... At your desk- a nice cup of tea and writing (bad) poetry...
An eyebrow raised. ]
Borrow me, huh. What do you need me for, just tell me. [ Look!!! you can't be vague today, jijii... ]
YES!!!!
If you want me to be blunt, I want your company for the day. Ahaha, that's not so bad, is it?
AAAAAAAAAA NOT TODAY
That's it?
[ Ugh, really... Mikazuki!!! ] I told you, I was in the middle of something. Is it that necessary?
[ Time to be stubborn... ]
[ heavy breathing ] also [ ACTION ]
I'll give you one more chance. [ SLAMS FIST (on hijikata's desk) ] Would you be so kind as to come out with me for the day?
aaaaaaaaa mikazuki is invading my humble abode
I don't want to get behind on this stuff, you know. [ For the record, he's actually been trying to rest because he said he would! And now his wound from [low voice] Tsurumaru, is mostly healed and he can definitely move around much more easily... ... ...
Anyway, he drops his brush in mere surprise because he honestly didn't expect Mikazuki to be so forward with his SLAMMING!
A pause... ] Is it really that important?
[ WHAT ARE YOUR PLOTS. ]
stop its for fun times...
If you're so worried about your work, I can help after the day is done. Would that persuade you to come with me a little more?
hijikata voice: i dont know how to have fun
Seriously.. You guys are unpredictable.
[ Not that it's a bad thing. But look, he's actually contemplating about it. Once again, Mikazuki is not a bad guy, he's also pretty interesting (he fights good?)- he also did come all this way. He can't really just tell him to go back home, right? Well... Maybe... ]
I guess it depends, where are we going?
wtf its time to learn
[ In any case since Hijikata kind of seems to have Agreed, Mikazuki is going to start rising him from his chair by way of holding onto his arms! He'll also start tugging him along too, hand on hand...it's what he often does so don't be wary vice-captain... :) ] Let's be off then, shall we?
work is fun?
but still! Hijikata didn't even say yes to this and Mikazuki is already taking the liberty to help him up and pull him along- hey, why!!! ]
What- right now? [ Huff!! ] Look, you don't have to hold me like this, I'm not going to run away.
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Ah but, which way was it to the pleasure district again? [ He's gotten better at not getting utterly lost but there are still times where he won't know which way is the right way. Oh well. Mikazuki starts walking in what he thinks is the correct direction, urging Hijikata along. ] Before I forget, don't worry about credits. You could say today is on me, ahaha.
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[ LOOK... Hijikata might be some kind of workaholic, but he isn't that bad to literally run away from his friends(?), geez! ]
You still don't know how to get there? [ a sigh. Mikazuki just still decides to keep on walking despite what he said just now, what the heck! But, Hijikata has been to the pleasure district quite a few times... ... ... for what reason? who knows, but he does know how to get there- convenient, right? ]
Well, you seem to be going the right way. I'll stop you if you take the wrong turn. [ blink, blink. ] Are you sure? I don't mind paying, really.
[ Mikazuki... No, you're being too nice? ]
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[ Formalities are always a Big Thing when it comes to someone as old as him, owned by powerful nobles and shogunates and the like. Things like this are second nature to him by now so Mikazuki will probably refuse and outright deny any attempts on Hijikata's part to try and pay! Today is a day for fun and relaxing and besides, this old sword gets a lot of good tips from his job so he's never short on the $$$. ]
Feel free to empty my bank account if you like. Aha, I don't mind spoiling my new and good friend this time -- but, [ He'll stop abruptly and turn to face the vice-captain. Then...he reaches over and boops him on the nose... ] do promise to pay for me next time, Hijikkun.
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[ well, guess it's just time for Hijikata to learn about [low voice] fun. not that he minds going to the pleasure district, of course, he's pretty fond of that place.
he stops- giving Mikazuki this look after he boops his nose. hey, why. ]
Well, after this I'll have to owe you one anyway. Not that I mind. [ sooo time to keep going! ] I could use a drink or two after all that's been happening.
[ there's a sigh. yes, referring to the recent shenanigans: the library... the ghosts... too much has been going on. ] You seem to be faring well though, hm? After what happened recently, I mean.
[ of course, maybe Mikazuki is just like Hijikata who's Really Good at putting on a mask and hide any stress or worries under a rug? maybe? who knows. ]
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Something to think on another time... ] Aha, do you think so? [ Best to deflect any answering with questions, he's not so much in the mood to talk about himself. He is...how he always is. That should be fine -- nothing wrong here! ] I could say the same about you! How have you been since everything?