[Open+Closed] We’ll All Float On Okay

[beneathmoonlight]

WHO: Atsushi and you! + Atsushi and Shuji closed prompt
WHERE: Various locations in Recolle
WHEN: 3/3 and throughout the month
WHAT: Atsushi welcoming the groups home, and also getting a much needed makeover.
WARNINGS: None so far



I. Sweet Escape

[The moment Atsushi arrives back in the city he heads straight to his place of work; the Blue Moon Bakery in the Tisse district. He’s had more than enough time to rest up while waiting out the storm in Pesgare in the warm, cozy inn there, and he’s ready and eager to get back to work. He throws on his trusty blue apron and sets to work creating huge batches of confetti cupcakes, chocolate chip cookies, and tiny strawberry tarts for a special surprise to thank all the groups for working hard and doing their best on their missions last month.

He sends out a network-wide invitation for the participants to come relax and enjoy free coffee and sweets this afternoon. Even if they weren’t involved with any of the groups and just happen to be in the area, Atsushi will welcome them with open arms. He’s covered head to toe in flour, but his smile is big and bright as the sun as he greets his next guest to come in the door.]

Ah! Please help yourself! There’s a dessert table over there, and free coffee at the cafe!

II. Exploring

[Atsushi is ready and willing to go check out the new areas outside of Recolle, or even to visit Pesgare again. He anxiously awaits his partner outside of his apartment in Birch Hills, messenger bag slung over his shoulder and wearing some suitable gear for the climate of the place that they’re visiting. Hot, cold, or rainy, he’s prepared for it all! He waves at his partner when he spots them, smiling brightly.]

Ready to go? I’m so excited!

III. Walk Walk, Fashion Baby (closed to Shuji)

[Well...here he is, in front of Shuji’s apartment, nervously shuffling his feet. He didn’t expect to be called out for his makeover so soon, but he supposes he really does need it, and he’s been looking forward to seeing Shuji again, so...

He knocks on the door, lost in thought. He’s really not sure what to expect...]

I’m here, Shuji-kun. Are you ready?

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[thesettingsun]

[Shuji opens the door right away. He's already got a jacket on, and he steps outside rather than letting Atsushi in.]

Ready! Just let me lock my door first.

[At least that's quick.]

We'll be going to the hair salon first before clothes shopping, I hope that's okay. I could cut your hair myself, but I'm not a professional and I want to make sure it's perfect.

[beneathmoonlight]

Hello, Shuji-kun!

[Can he have a hug? He wants a hug...]

Oh, um...sure! Lead the way...

[Shuji looks nice as always. It’s making him blush a bit...]

I’m kind of nervous...

[thesettingsun]

[He's going to get a quick hug before they actually start walking.]

You'll be fine, don't worry. Anybody can look good with the right hair and clothes for their body, and like I've told you, you're naturally super cute anyway.

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[livingimpaired]

Welcome back, Atsushi.

[ After such a bright greeting, he returns it with a calm yet warm response back. His smile remains the same indifferent one that he always gives people. He acknowledges that while such joy makes him tired that he should attempt to return to how he usually felt about other people's happiness. The happiness born from wanting to do something for others is pure, but --

-- he ends that thought as he steps forward to get a better look at Atsushi. ]

Welcome home. You've done very well and already back to work, hm?

[beneathmoonlight]

Shigaraki-san!

[He nods, brushing off a bit of flour from his clothes.]

Thank you. And yes, I couldn’t wait to get back and make treats for everyone!

[He gestures to the table filled to the brim with sweets.]

Please help yourself. There’s free coffee too!

[livingimpaired]

To thank them for their hard work? Or let you know that you have missed them?

[ His head gives a small tilt as he looks over at the table itself. ]

I will do that in a moment, but what we discussed a little online... I do want to say in person that you can use what I gave you however you want. There is no right or wrong way to do it, and to not feel guilty about what you do, either.

[ He feels like if he says it in person that it will too help Atsushi not feel like he couldn't use the money however he wishes. To remove any sort of restrictions that the young man may be feeling, Kei is more than content to say a few words on the matter. ]

I.

[bitemefightme]

[Orion is still trying to get his head around... all of last month. Especially the dragon. And the wall. And he got scolded a bit. Oh, well. At least it's over? Hopefully? For now. Definitely for now. He has a second to breathe and let whatever bruises he got heal. And make up for shit. Because Biffy felt all of that.

In fact, making up for it is the reason why he's here. He's hoping to find a cake Biffy likes as a present.

...Though... the guy covered in flower with a smile makes his eyebrows raise a little. Then he glances at the sweets table, and it makes him feel a bit nauseous. Though, mostly for other reasons. Sob. Right.]

Actually, I'm not here for me. I wanted to try and order a cake?

[beneathmoonlight]

[Atsushi is all smiles of course, and his face lights up even more when his guest shows interest in ordering a cake. He nods and grabs a nearby pamphlet listing all the flavors and fillings available for the cakes, and the prices for them.]

Of course! What kind of cake are you wanting? Any specific flavors or colors? Decorations? Is it for a wedding or birthday? Or maybe a baby shower?

[He’s excited, okay? And also good at his job.]

[bitemefightme]

[Whoa, this guy's excited. He... wasn't expecting that. But, okay... he can work with it. Or... He could have, that was until...

Orion's cheeks colour at the mention of wedding. Ten levels of awkward, anyone?
Andwhyababyshower?!? HALP!]

I uh... n-no... nothing like that...

[He scratches the back of his head and tries to look anywhere else. Focus, Orion. You're just here to get a cake. It's.... not a big deal. Not as big a one as Atsushi's making it out to be, anyway.]

...Chocolate, I guess...? Maybe a black forest cake... I dunno...

[He actually... hadn't thought that far ahead. Oops...]

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[ascatic]

[ he's fairly distracted as he almost passes by Atsushi without even taking a second look at the flour-covered, messy guy--- but as soon as he takes a breath and catches the scent of coffee as well as the sweet smelling treats, he stops and turns on his heel with immediately paling cheeks. ]

Hm? Oh. Oh!

[ and then recognition shocks him into a reserved smile. ]

Are you... you're Atsushi, right? [ and once Leon recovers, he covers his mouth as his smile continues to grow while one hand stays anchored to the hood that covers the top of his head. ] You really get into baking, don't you?

[beneathmoonlight]

That’s me! And you’re Leon-san, right?

[He gives Leon a big, bright smile, not minding his amusement in the slightest. He’s well aware of how messy he looks right now. Hey, if you don’t make a mess in the kitchen, you’re clearly not doing it right!]

I’m glad you stopped by. And yes, I do get a bit caught up in my work, haha...

[That’s an understatement.]

Are you here for the dessert bar?

[ascatic]

Yes. [ oh, Atsushi's smile is so sweet. despite the flour, his positive attitude almost radiates around him like waves! it even does enough to quell the brief moment of panic as he quietly adjusts his hood and looks around him to look at the bar and its bounty. ]

I... was not originally here for it, but I swear something tasty not too far from my cafe. I had to investigate. I've passed by many times, but mostly in a hurry--- for business, you see.

[ both eyebrows raise at the amount of food. his hood, oddly enough, twitches slightly as well. ]

You made all of this?

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[glaciers]

[Shouto is, of course, very tired and loves to sleep. But he also enjoys food. He completely missed Valentine's Day and he needs to figure out somewhere to take Yukine. Sure, going out into another place would be good, but he needs to figure out if there's also a nice bakery they could go to first.

So here he is after taking a nice warm shower and a very long nap.]

... Did you do all the baking?

[beneathmoonlight]

Shouto! How are you?

[Atsushi gives the other boy a big, beaming smile. This is the first time they’ve met in person, but Atsushi recognizes him from his profile picture on the network.

He nods at the question.]

Yes! Please help yourself. There’s also pizza rolls on the front counter, and free coffee in the cafe.

[glaciers]

Mm... tired. It was a long month. What about you?

[Shouto doesn't smile back, but he does give a little nod.]

How much are the pizza rolls?

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[dornen_kiste]

<sub>[ Yogi had practically run all the way to the bakery after practice that morning, to excited to give his gift to Atsushi - and to make sure his friend was all right. He said he was, but it wasn't the same as seeing it yourself and sometimes people were silly and hid when they were hurt.

Coming into the shop, he carried a small shopping back with him, stuffed with tissue and the apron he had made for Atsushi. He beams right back at Atsushi and then giggled at the sight of him. ]</sub>

I think it's a good thing I brought your new apron today!

[beneathmoonlight]

Yogi-san!

[Luckily Atsushi is unharmed, and he greets Yogi with a little wave. It’s so good to see a familiar, friendly face! He looks down at his flour-covered clothes and laughs sheepishly.]

Ah, you’re right! I can’t wait to wear it!

[Whenever Yogi hands over the bag with the apron Atsushi will take off his old one and put it on, looking like a kid who’d just got a pony for his birthday.]

Ah! It fits perfectly! Thank you so much!

[dornen_kiste]

_{[ Yogi beamed, glad Atsushi liked it. The apron itself was fairly standard for the baking industry, but he had embellished it with a border along the bottom hem of "rolling" strawberries, a small cat face breaking up the line along the far left. A single strawberry was emblazoned on the left breast. He wasn't sure if Atsushi liked them or not, but they were a bright fruit that was also pretty cute, so he hoped it worked. ]}

I'm so glad! I had to guess a bit, but aprons are more forgiving on fit. I hope you like the motif? I wanted to make it fun for you!

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[sharplydressed]

[There's a surprisingly familiar face! Kashuu, who'd just been on his way from work, stops long enough to give all the sprawling, bountiful treats an impressed look.]

Wow, that all looks super good. You made it yourself...? Atsushi, right?

[beneathmoonlight]

Ah, yes! That’s me!!

[Atsushi nods, smiling sheepishly. The truth is that he’d stayed up all night preparing these treats for the groups who’d ventured outside of the city, or gone to help rescue the mayor.]

And you’re Kiyomitsu-san, right? It’s nice to see you again!

[sharplydressed]

Yeah, same to you! Things've been pretty hectic lately, huh? I'm impressed you managed to get all of this done on top of everything else.

[The entire place smells delightful now, too. A few hungry passers-by are probably being drawn in by that alone, because who can resist a good, homemade cookie?]

D'you do this kinda thing a lot? Like that cupcake place downtown?

Walks in a million years late with starbucks

[lienhearts]

[When he steps inside the bakery, it's decidedly as Kestrel rather than Theo - a cap conceals his hair somewhat, but the blue ombre hair still peeks out from under, a braid trailing down to his cheek going from navy to cyan at the tip. His expression is, by all appearances, openly curious.]

You can really afford to give all this away?

[Even his voice is completely different, mildly puzzled and far more chipper. There isn't a trace of the usual judgmental tone to be heard.]

BIG BRO

[beneathmoonlight]

[Of course Atsushi immediately recognizes Theo, and he nearly calls out to him when he remembers the promise he’d made just in time. Instead he waves shyly and nods at the question.]

Yes. This bakery is equipped to cater large events, and sales have been really good, so.

[There’s a nervous little smile on his face. He just can’t think of Theo as anyone but himself, no matter how hard he tries...]

It’s nice to have a celebrity visit! I’m glad you came in!

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[strayknight]

[Having been told to come visit the Bakery before Ritsu decides to do so today. When he enters he sees the people and almost turns around that is until he sees the flour covered man and starts to chuckle. He was a sight right now, huh?

Ritsu comes in closer and smirks.]

Been busy?

[beneathmoonlight]

[Atsushi immediately beams when he sees that familiar face.]

Ah! Ritsu-kun!

[He chuckles as he looks down at his flour covered body.]

Ah! Looks like it! Haha. Are you here for the sweets?