digest those butterflies (Paradox)

"...Why else would I take you here?" was Deith's reply that came with another grin. There were already a couple of menus on the table, so Deith simply nudged one towards Lei as he took his seat opposite of him. His forearms were on the table, acting as support for his weight as he slightly leaned forward. His eyes on Lei's. "I know the whole place smells like coffee but they have tea, too, and other kinds of drinks. And their pastries are great. Not too sweet. I really wanted to let you try some, but..." By then, he unconsciously leaned back against his chair, and only then did he feel his shoulders relax. "...I understand if you're not into stuff like this. We can go somewhere else if you want."

"Oh? Me neither, don't worry."

Deith was actually pretty relieved. If Lei was telling the truth, and Deith believed he was, then it was good that he wasn't the only first timer here. Because he and his lover never really 'dated' like this, at least not in usual cliché ways like this where the couple would have to go to places and get to know each other. Not that he could call him and Lei a couple.

For a moment, he caught himself smiling at the wonderful memories from the distant past.

He grabbed another menu to take a look on it, before calling for a waiter and giving him their orders. Oolong tea and Apple Walnut for Lei, and Hot Latte and chocolate chip cookies for himself.

He put down the menu once they were left alone again. Silence lingered for a few seconds, as he thought about this 'date'. He wondered if not having much clue was a bad thing. "...Oh well. As long as we enjoy our time, we'll be fine."

Deith felt a tickling warmth on his hand. It wasn't uncomfortable though, it felt like a spark ignited by them being... just right, being like that and all. And Deith later on unconsciously threaded their fingers together, making their hold a bit more secure.

The air was already a hundred percent comforting for him. Especially once Lei eased up and laughed, and kept smiling as they spoke.

"I admit, the only places I visit during the day are the parks and cafés in the city," he replied. "I think it's going to be boring if we stick to those later, so maybe we can visit more lively places. Or shops selling interesting items. Or..." Honestly though, he had no idea what he was saying. "Hm... Lively places, huh..."

Deith shrugged. "I like cafés. And I love watching people. I'd probably try that Gomorrah some time in the future though. Sounds interesting."

He pulled his plate of five-inches-diameter chocolate chips closer to him, and then took a sip from his cup of latté. As always, the sweets soothed him and tingled his senses at the same time.

He was grinning when he put the cup down. Looking straight into Lei's eyes, he remembered vividly how they first met. "Remember when I first saw you? I was watching you fight the ocean," he laughed, but only because he found the memory to be happy, and he wanted and welcomed it. "You were really adorable, Lei! I'd love to watch you all over again."

"Well then, how's your training? You were able to make the water dance before, right?" Deith was almost too absorbed watching Lei then. The male's cuteness captured his eyes, which made him see nothing else. He tilted his head, and looked lower, curious about what Lei was going to bring out from his pocket. "What's that?" he asked curiously.