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[ She makes a soft sound in surprise when she's pulled closer - but it's a welcome surprise, one that she can't help but want to savor. She pushes herself closer, hand leaving his shoulder to cup his cheek instead. Despite how chilly it is outside, she doesn't feel cold at all.

This isn't the first time they've kissed, but it's no less overwhelming and wonderful than the first time they had done it. But, even with all her inexperience - it doesn't feel daunting or difficult at all. She can't help but wonder if it's because of who she's sharing the kiss with. ]

[It's sort of like all his problems melt away when she presses closer. This little pocket of heat that grows between them until that's all he can hear and feel. His tail is still swishing gently to the pace of his heartbeat.

He's still not quite sure what draws him to her. This beautiful, kind, strong woman that he's barely known for a few months. She says she's met him before, in another life, and he wonders how far that actually goes or if it's deep at all.

He's not sure he deserves such a sweet kiss but he's going to take it without much more regret.

When they part he keeps his nose close, eyes locked down on her and swimming with amused affection.]

Better than that first kiss, I think. But just by a bit.

[ Both her mind and her heart is still racing from the kiss. There's a part of her that already wants to indulge in another, but she also has so much to say. It's strange though - she feels breathless, but they really hadn't been kissing long at all.

She rests her forehead against his, eyes laughing. ]

Just a little.

[ But, more seriously: ]

... Zack, that was amazing

[ She pushes herself away. ]

Can we find some place to talk?

[It's kinda nice how he can bend just enough to press their foreheads together. It's comfortable like the mould of her body belongs right there.

He grins lopsidedly when she speaks and then nods, pulling away enough so they can find a place to do just that.]

Yeah, sure. There's something more I want to talk to you about.

[There's somewhere quiet to sit around somewhere.]

Alright.

[ What could it be about? Could they both want to speak to one another about the same thing.

She walks with him until they find a place to sit, making herself comfortable next to him. ]

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[At least it's on a bench in a quiet place were nosy patrons can't bother them or listen in. He'd rather not snap at someone for that today.]

Did you have a good time at the Masquerade?

[Yeah, he'll start with that.]

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[ For a moment, her expression shifts - falling a little. Her mind can't help but go back to Vanitas, and well -- how he'd deceived her. However, she offers a soft smile after a moment. ]

Zack, you showed me a wonderful time.

[Zack gives her a curious look. It's hard to miss the way she looks a little down for a second?]

Are you sure?

.... Yes. [ She's not going to lie to him, though. ] I ran into someone who had caused trouble for me and my friends at home.

But, despite that - I'm still glad that I came with you.

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[He has to raise an eyebrow at that. He looks at her and frowns slightly.]

If there is someone here who's going to cause trouble for you, you can tell me who it is.

[Protective chimera is proctective--]

Aside from that, have you made any bonds yet?

Thank you, but - I don't think he's going to try to cause any trouble for us here. ... Besides, I've dealt with him before. I will again, if I need to.

[ LOOK... she can totally fight her own battles. ]

Yes. With my friends, though... One of them is temporary - in case her best friend arrives here.

[Doesn't mean he can't still feel protective?! Which will probably only heighten if she agrees to his next few questions.]

Still, I don't like the idea of someone bothering you and yours.

[Zack frowns and looks at her with a somewhat contemplative expression.]

Aqua, I don't know what you want from the two of us. But... whatever is happening with you and me? All I know is I want more of it. Even if that means getting into your trouble.

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[ Aqua's heart swells. Zack is so sweet, and his words have so much warmth to them. Tentatively, she reaches and places a hand on his. ]

Thank you. But... I don't want you to get hurt because of me.

[ She might be new to all of this - whatever is happening between herself and Zack, but... she can't bring herself to disagree with some of what he says, either. ]

... Though, I feel the same. I'd like that, too. I like being with you, Zack.

I think I can deal with a little hurt now and again.

[Hell knows he has. Some punk bothering Aqua is probably nothing for him in comparison.

Her hand is warm against his and for a moment he feels something familiar in the gesture. He finds himself smiling slightly in return.]

And if you mean that... How would you feel about bonding with me?

You want to bond with me?

[ Her eyes widen. She's sure that he has someone else - someone closer to him that he'd rather bond with. ]

But, are you sure?

[That person he'd rather bond with is gone.

But that doesn't mean he doesn't want to bond with her any less.]

I think I am. [Zack's wings quiver slightly.] There's something about you I can't get out of my head. Might as well keep it there.

I feel the same way. [ She smiles softly in return. ] ... Back when I met you for the first time, you asked me out back then, too. I never realized that it would have lead to realizing as much as I have now.

[Zack can't help the wolfish grin he gives.]

Well, the offer still stands.

[ She tilts his head slightly at the grin, but she can't help but smile at his words. ]

... If you're sure, then my answer is yes.

[ She'd like to have a chance to protect him - especially if he doesn't have a bond any longer.

She does want to ask what happened - but it can wait until they finish discussing this. ]

Really?

[That pops out of his mouth before he can stop himself. Honestly, even if he'd been acting confidently about it before he'd almost been expecting her to say no in the end. She's got people she looks after, and all that. And Zack hasn't had the best luck with this...

But he quickly lets out a relieved sigh.]

... Thanks, Aqua.

[ Did he think that she would say no? She shakes her head. ]

Of course. I want to help you, Zack. And... [ The next words are said softly. ]

I'd like to be closer to you.

[He's been striking out a lot lately IT'S FINE--

But damn, she's cute.]

Same. ... You wanna go now? To bond?

[Shotgun bonding?]

[ There's no real reason not to go at this point. ]

Alright. [ She pushes herself to stand, offering a hand for him to take. ]

Let's go.

[He grins widely takes her hand and leads the way out of the place and down the path towards the coven.

He's pretty sure he's heard that monster-monster bonds can be rough. Something about a power imbalance that can happen. They should probably talk about that on the way...]

You know, apparently when two monsters bond it can be really powerful and hard to deal with.

What?

[ That's enough to make her stop in her steps. ]

But, Ven and I-- we've been fine.

[ Is this really such a good idea?? ]

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