[Setsuna caught that tone, but doesn't call Saizo out on it. That's because he feels the same... It's more enjoyable to head home with someone they care for.
Instead of adding to the weight of that though, Setsuna lets out a soft laugh for a mere second.]
It is fine... Please, do take your time. I still have to prepare dinner, after all.
I promise that it will be ready by the time you return. I will be waiting.
Due to that kind of tone, it somewhat frustrates Setsuna. His face actually turns a little colored— ... He's got enough people treating him like a kid! AND IT'S RUN FOR LONG ENOUGH.]
O-of course. I will be fine. I just need to get used to it...
[Except he probably will never get used to it. He's too much like a new-born chick when it comes to the weather. This is what he gets for being spoiled too much from auto-temperature control. It doesn't help that he was originally a desert dweller.]
[Having something hot to drink is a really nice and comforting way to keep warm. Hot tea or even just hot water had saved him multiple times back then.]
I'd like a cup too once I get back home.
[Saizo will be out for a long while, after all...]
[Setsuna will be more than happy to! It is a surprise though, since Saizo usually likes sake during cold or rainy days. Though, it's better this way. Despite Saizo's strong poison resistance, Setsuna still can't help but worry about his health.]
How much longer do you think you will be able to stay there?
[The moment Setsuna makes the suggestion, Saizo's writing slows down for a couple of seconds. But then he quickly picks up pace, finishing is work faster than expected.
There's a sound of the chair scraping against the floor as Saizo pulls away from the desk.]
[Setsuna may have caught the general idea of what happened just now. Did Saizo just rush his work to meet up with him faster? ... Thinking about this helps relieve him from some of the cold breeze.
Ah. It's probably because the heat across his face is growing.]
In... that case, I will be waiting at the Shopping Gate.
[Setsuna wouldn't want Saizo to get into an accident or anything, just because he was hurrying too much. While that is unlikely to happen as the other young male is a ninja, he can't help but feel that way regardless.
Somehow, it felt like a pity to end the call so soon. That's why Setsuna just pauses a little longer, even if they weren't talking anymore.
Another soft sigh passes, indicating one last smile before the call is finally ended.]
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( voice )
Instead of adding to the weight of that though, Setsuna lets out a soft laugh for a mere second.]
It is fine... Please, do take your time. I still have to prepare dinner, after all.
I promise that it will be ready by the time you return. I will be waiting.
( voice )
Yeah, I'm definitely looking forward to it.
[And since he'll be heading home a little later, he might as well do some errands as well.]
I'll probably head to shopping gates to pick up something for Saichan. Do you need anything from the area?
( voice )
That's right. I do need a few more supplies. Can I send the list as a message?
[It's easier to remember that way too, right?]
( voice )
But then it a few seconds before he realizes that Setsuna couldn't even see that. There's a bit of fumbling over his side of the line.]
Um... yeah. Sure. Go ahead.
( voice )
All right... I will be sending it soon.
[Soon, as in after they're done talking, of course!]
It has gotten very cold lately... I wonder if it is already winter?
[There's a faint sound of panting coming from Setsuna, it sounds like he's really cold. Maybe he has been all along.]
( voice )
[Reminds him of the date the two of them had at the ice rink. But this time, the temperature dropping is a natural cause.
Saizo manages to catch the sound of the other's panting, and that brings a little bit of concern from him.]
Setsuna, are you okay? You're dressed appropriately, right?
[Saying that in a tone that one would use for a child.]
( voice )
Due to that kind of tone, it somewhat frustrates Setsuna. His face actually turns a little colored— ... He's got enough people treating him like a kid!
AND IT'S RUN FOR LONG ENOUGH.]O-of course. I will be fine. I just need to get used to it...
[Except he probably will never get used to it. He's too much like a new-born chick when it comes to the weather. This is what he gets for being spoiled too much from auto-temperature control. It doesn't help that he was originally a desert dweller.]
( voice )
Never enough tbh]You don't sound too good though. I just wanted to make sure. Maybe you need one of those warmer snake like things.
[He's talking about a scarf.]
Or two. It's not weird to wear two at the same time right?
[What is modern fashion anyway? Maybe if he gets Setsuna to wear two scarves at the same time, it'll start some kind of new fashion trend.]
( voice )
N-no. LET HIM BE THE DOTING ONE THIS TIME.]A scarf...? Vietnam actually visited yesterday to give me one.
[Argh/// All you people and your doting. ;n;]
I am currently wearing it, so please do not worry. I really am all right. ... What about you, though? Are you wearing something warm?
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( voice )
Too bad, Setsuna.]Yeah, those things!
[He's satisfied to hear that Setsuna is bundling up like he said he is. Less things to fuss over.
AND WOW YOU.]
I'm able to tolerate it a bit. I used to train with someone who had ice based powers after all.
[But before Setsuna can even begin to nag him, Saizo quickly adds:]
But don't worry. The school has heat indoors. Plus, I did bring the jacket that you bought me. I'm perfectly fine.
[Or at least handling it better than Setsuna.]
( voice )
The sound of his footsteps slightly echo against the pavement.]
I am glad, then. ... Hot chocolate also sounds nice today.
( voice )
[Having something hot to drink is a really nice and comforting way to keep warm. Hot tea or even just hot water had saved him multiple times back then.]
I'd like a cup too once I get back home.
[Saizo will be out for a long while, after all...]
( voice )
[Setsuna will be more than happy to! It is a surprise though, since Saizo usually likes sake during cold or rainy days. Though, it's better this way. Despite Saizo's strong poison resistance, Setsuna still can't help but worry about his health.]
How much longer do you think you will be able to stay there?
( voice )
Something Setsuna wouldn't fully understand since he doesn't drink at all. Boy does Saizo desperately need a drinking buddy one of these days...]
A couple of more minutes. I just need to record a few things down and then I'll be heading out.
( voice )
... Would you like to meet up at the grocery instead?
[It's been a while since they shopped together, too. Behind the call, Setsuna's face heats up a little, anticipating the reply.]
( voice )
There's a sound of the chair scraping against the floor as Saizo pulls away from the desk.]
Yeah, I'll be seeing you there.
( voice )
[Setsuna may have caught the general idea of what happened just now. Did Saizo just rush his work to meet up with him faster? ... Thinking about this helps relieve him from some of the cold breeze.
Ah. It's probably because the heat across his face is growing.]
In... that case, I will be waiting at the Shopping Gate.
( voice )
[He didn't want Setsuna to wait outside much longer than he really needs to. It'd be even worse if Setsuna wounded up getting sick as a result.]
I'll see you later, Setsuna.
( voice )
[Setsuna wouldn't want Saizo to get into an accident or anything, just because he was hurrying too much. While that is unlikely to happen as the other young male is a ninja, he can't help but feel that way regardless.
Somehow, it felt like a pity to end the call so soon. That's why Setsuna just pauses a little longer, even if they weren't talking anymore.
Another soft sigh passes, indicating one last smile before the call is finally ended.]