[ he waves at sunday as he approaches, ] Hey. I haven't had a chance to shop around this place, but it's really nice to finally have an actual clothing store.
What were you doing in the swamp? [ he steps inside and immediately begins wandering around. it helps that he's not looking for anything in particular, so he can just let his curiosity get the better of him. this place is new, and there's plenty to see... even if it's a bit primitive, it's always fun to see the kinds of things this place has to offer. ]
Nothing recreational. I was simply fulfilling a task for my burden, and no amount of extra layers had protected me from the filth and the stench of the school.
[ He grabs a cart and heads towards the business formal section to browse. ]
I will likely have to learn to tailor everything myself since most of these are generously sized for someone broader and taller than I. Would you like to bring a nice three-piece suit to Dr. Ratio?
…ouch. At least it’s over and done with, and hopefully that’s one place you’ll never have to revisit. What did you ask for anyway?
I still have to do my burden, but I’m just procrastinating at this point. It’s not hard, but I do need to find a few tools to make it go faster and smoother.
Do you have a sewing kit? And don’t worry about the doc. Isn’t this a little retail therapy for you, Sunday?
I asked for my piano back. It is in the bar, so perhaps you might catch a performance while you visit, and I could help you with burden if you want it done quicker. Simply let me know what you need done.
I do not have a sewing kit, but I am sure I can find some supplies if I look around long enough in this store. As for retail therapy, I am not sure if I would call it that when most of the garments are not to my personal tastes...
I will. I plan to be there more often... especially since my task is to build a small gambling table for my burden. [ a chuckle. ] Once I get the materials I may enlist your help, but I would rather ~earn it. [ or win it. ] Play a game with me, and if I win, then you help... if I lose, well, ...you can ask anything you like of me.
Maybe this new store has some stuff. [ snorts. ] What? You don't think you'd look good in that?
If you truly wish to make it even more of a challenge for yourself, I can indulge you. It is the least I can do since you have put yourself at risk for my own burdens before.
And I would definitely not look good in most of these. The patterns are too much of an eyesore, but you might.
[ He grabs a few old man sweaters and dress shirts for himself before holding up this monstrosity for Aventurine's eyes. ]
...you know how much I love to take risks. [ he smirks. ] As for the game, blackjack, a simple best of three later on.
[ he bristles. ] What's that supposed to mean? I have a keen eye for fashion. [ he blinks, taking a step back to behold the shirt sunday holds up for him. ] ...I can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not. [ he makes a face, crinkling his nose. ] I'm not wearing that.
And what would have happened if I failed your fashion faux pas exam… would I be cursed to wear nothing but gaudy technicolor animal print for all of eternity? [ he doesn’t seem to mind the hat, so he lets it stay. ] And if I see something I like… I’ll grab it. I’m really here for the company. I have plenty of clothes. [ and it’s not like he can’t shop later. ] But if you insist on shopping together… then perhaps we find something nice to wear for a dinner date. I don’t expect to find something too fancy here, but I can’t say no to something nice and… [ he smirks. ] fast & easy to remove.
You would. It is only appropriate that you live with your poor decisions, and there are some velcro tear-away pants if really want clothes that are efficient for Dr. Ratio to remove.
But the tearing sound of velcro... [ He would have nightmares over it. ] You can also browse the intimate apparel section while I look at shoes. I feel awkward as it is picking out your date clothes.
[ aventurine tries to imagine ratio using tear away pants… and even his brain has a hard time painting a picture. ] I’m not sure stylish pants come in tearaway, but I appreciate the suggestion. I’ll keep it in mind. Maybe, if I’m ever feeling confident, I could trying convincing him to try them… [ but he doubts even he’s good enough at coercion. ]
Don’t worry about it then. I can take care of that later. [ to the shoe section. ] Are you buying any of this for a special occasion, or are you just trying to fill your closet?
…oh. [ his lips pull into a smile. ] I suppose it couldn’t hurt to try them, assuming I can find them in the right color. [ green green green, he’s searching for shades of green. ]
It is a wonder how we all got along shopping for clothes in a grocery store…
[ he peers up from the rack of athletic wear, whistling. ] Not at all. [ he slinks over. ] A bonus to height and sex appeal… not that you need it. How about we find something to go with them?
[ he’s sure sunday prefers suits, but he’s going to look for a stunning dress of some kind. nothing too racy but still sexy enough to make jaws drop. ]
We spent too long with low-quality fabrics, and while these are far from exemplary, they do have an added element of sturdiness so we do not have to continuously wash clothes everyday.
And I do not know if it is possible to give a former Bronze Melodia any amount of sex appeal. Purity and elegance tend to be emphasized in the family heads and those with prominent positions in Penacony.
[ Besides, he's not sure if he'll have anyone to wear anything racy anymore. ]
...mm, I wouldn't be so sure, but perhaps from your perspective it's hard to see it. And there's something to be said about elegance, grace, and purity. [ he offers him a small smile. ]
How about something like... [ he grabs a few different garments from off the racks and arranges them on a bench nearby. ] this? I think it's a good compromise of both.
[ His eyes widen slightly before his wings close around them. ]
...For my sister perhaps. I am not opposed to experimenting with more feminine garments in private, but if you have a partner who prefers men, it may be off-putting to them, especially one who enjoys muscle in the pectoral area.
I doubt it would be off-putting. He likes you for you, right, and you have your own beautiful and uniquely you body type... so anything that accents it is going to be appreciated. But if you're looking for something to show off your chest, then... [ he goes to browse the racks again, grabbing something similar to the outfit on the left. ] this? You don't need to have a pair of fat tits to show them off.
…then maybe I’ll add it to my closet. [ he decides to try it on right there. shame, never heard of her. and sunday’s off shopping for something stuffy anyway. ]
[ aventurine has gotten into the pants by the time sunday returns, his top bare and plainly riddled with scars of all shapes & sizes. ]
It definitely looks like it suits your tastes, but I do think you should push the envelope a little bit more. Maybe not to this degree, [ he motions to the shirt he’s yet to put on, ] but something.
[ Why does Aventurine look good in everything? He does examine his own chosen outfit some more before setting it back on the rack and trying to find something closer to what Aventurine means. Maybe him being too much of a puritan is part of why his love life is so terrible.
He finds something else to wear, though he has to put a corset underneath to give him enough lift before stepping out of the dressing room. ]
[ as soon as sunday enters the dressing room aventurine collects the original outfit he’d been infatuated with. he still needs to fill his closet, so there’s no reason he can’t get that too. as for what he’s wearing when he steps out of the dressing room… it’s really nice. ]
You’ll get used to the chill, but this might be too much. [ he walks over and opens the shirt to reveal the corset. ] I know you said your partner prefers larger chests, but your comfort is important… [ he starts undoing the laces. ] I think this is unnecessary.
You don’t need to be someone you’re not. He likes you for you. And contrary to what you may think… I like you for you too. A occasional bit of spice is nice, to break up the monotony, but you are who and what we like.
[ once he’s finished with the laces he tugs at it, trying to pull it off him. ] Much better.
[ At least he can finally breathe again as he sags, his wings sagging with him. ]
I appreciate the compliment. I simply wanted to try something new, but I doubt it would have had much of an effect either. It is as you said...I simply am who I am.
I believe I have enough here to take back with me, so I will not drag you around any further.
…you’re not dragging me around. I’m spending time with a friend. This isn’t a chore, Sunday.
Did something happen… you’re acting a bit strangely. [ overly concerned about what you are & aren’t. and aventurine is aware he’s not perfect, but he’s been doing his best to be helpful and supportive… and it feels like he’s coming off as neither. ]
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[ He grabs a cart and heads towards the business formal section to browse. ]
I will likely have to learn to tailor everything myself since most of these are generously sized for someone broader and taller than I. Would you like to bring a nice three-piece suit to Dr. Ratio?
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I still have to do my burden, but I’m just procrastinating at this point. It’s not hard, but I do need to find a few tools to make it go faster and smoother.
Do you have a sewing kit? And don’t worry about the doc. Isn’t this a little retail therapy for you, Sunday?
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I do not have a sewing kit, but I am sure I can find some supplies if I look around long enough in this store. As for retail therapy, I am not sure if I would call it that when most of the garments are not to my personal tastes...
[ He holds up a zebra-print blazer jacket. ]
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Maybe this new store has some stuff. [ snorts. ] What? You don't think you'd look good in that?
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And I would definitely not look good in most of these. The patterns are too much of an eyesore, but you might.
[ He grabs a few old man sweaters and dress shirts for himself before holding up this monstrosity for Aventurine's eyes. ]
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[ he bristles. ] What's that supposed to mean? I have a keen eye for fashion. [ he blinks, taking a step back to behold the shirt sunday holds up for him. ] ...I can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not. [ he makes a face, crinkling his nose. ] I'm not wearing that.
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[ He sets the terrible shirt back on the rack and grabs a trilby with a peacock feather on it to plop on Aventurine's head. ]
Are you certain you do not want to grab something for yourself?
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But the tearing sound of velcro... [ He would have nightmares over it. ] You can also browse the intimate apparel section while I look at shoes. I feel awkward as it is picking out your date clothes.
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Don’t worry about it then. I can take care of that later. [ to the shoe section. ] Are you buying any of this for a special occasion, or are you just trying to fill your closet?
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And I am simply filling my closet with more alternatives after having such a limited wardrobe for so long.
[ he grabs a pair of high-heeled boots to try on. ]
Are these too much? I would not mind the extra height on occasion.
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It is a wonder how we all got along shopping for clothes in a grocery store…
[ he peers up from the rack of athletic wear, whistling. ] Not at all. [ he slinks over. ] A bonus to height and sex appeal… not that you need it. How about we find something to go with them?
[ he’s sure sunday prefers suits, but he’s going to look for a stunning dress of some kind. nothing too racy but still sexy enough to make jaws drop. ]
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And I do not know if it is possible to give a former Bronze Melodia any amount of sex appeal. Purity and elegance tend to be emphasized in the family heads and those with prominent positions in Penacony.
[ Besides, he's not sure if he'll have anyone to wear anything racy anymore. ]
...What do you suggest that is not too tawdry?
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How about something like... [ he grabs a few different garments from off the racks and arranges them on a bench nearby. ] this? I think it's a good compromise of both.
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...For my sister perhaps. I am not opposed to experimenting with more feminine garments in private, but if you have a partner who prefers men, it may be off-putting to them, especially one who enjoys muscle in the pectoral area.
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You have a nice body Sunday. Flaunt it.
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Absolutely not. That looks more like something you would wear rather than me, which is why it belongs in your closet instead of mine.
I do not like being that bare in public.
[ He holds a different outfit up. ]
This is more to my tastes. Elegant without being too provocative.
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[ aventurine has gotten into the pants by the time sunday returns, his top bare and plainly riddled with scars of all shapes & sizes. ]
It definitely looks like it suits your tastes, but I do think you should push the envelope a little bit more. Maybe not to this degree, [ he motions to the shirt he’s yet to put on, ] but something.
Let’s see it on though~
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He finds something else to wear, though he has to put a corset underneath to give him enough lift before stepping out of the dressing room. ]
My chest is cold, and I can barely breathe...
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You’ll get used to the chill, but this might be too much. [ he walks over and opens the shirt to reveal the corset. ] I know you said your partner prefers larger chests, but your comfort is important… [ he starts undoing the laces. ] I think this is unnecessary.
You don’t need to be someone you’re not. He likes you for you. And contrary to what you may think… I like you for you too. A occasional bit of spice is nice, to break up the monotony, but you are who and what we like.
[ once he’s finished with the laces he tugs at it, trying to pull it off him. ] Much better.
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I appreciate the compliment. I simply wanted to try something new, but I doubt it would have had much of an effect either. It is as you said...I simply am who I am.
I believe I have enough here to take back with me, so I will not drag you around any further.
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Did something happen… you’re acting a bit strangely. [ overly concerned about what you are & aren’t. and aventurine is aware he’s not perfect, but he’s been doing his best to be helpful and supportive… and it feels like he’s coming off as neither. ]
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