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BLIND DATE MEME

BLIND DATING TIME

Maybe your friends hooked you two up. Maybe they're actually the real life 'Hot Singles In Your Area!!!' Or maybe they just had a really, really cute selfie on OKCupid. There's only one thing for sure- this can either go well, or end in horrible, horrible disasters.

Prompts

1. DON'T FUCK THIS UP: Oh wow, you're nervous. Is it your first date ever? Maybe it is. Okay, you're going to the restaurant, in your best clothes-- did you just sit on the wrong table...?

2. YOU FUCKED THIS UP: Got the time wrong? Shit. Got the date wrong? Crap. But worst of all, what do you do when you realize your date doesn't seem too wooed? Fuck, do something to impress them! Juggle the utensils, do a handstand!

3. OH DAAAAAMN: The selfie was cute, but this person here? The moons pales in comparison to their glow. Fishes drown when they see their smile, and birds fall to the ground in awe at their laugh. You're kinda overwhelmed.

4. OH NOOOOOOO: Or maybe they look like what would be produced if Satan crawled up from Hell and took a shit in God's hand of creation. Well, it's... the personality that counts...?!

5. HOLD ON A MINUTE: Wait. Don't you know them? Oh shit, it's your ex. Or maybe it's your boss. Or maybe it's your brother. Things just got really awkward, really fast.

6. HELL YEAH HERE'S MY NUMBER: That was a success. A smooch on the lips, and a new contact in your phone-- maybe even more?

7. OKAY NO BYE: Or rather, you end up getting fed up with this goddamn date. Nope, bye, you're an asshole. Have fun footing the whole bill, creep.

8. YOU CAN'T CONTROL LOVE: Come up with your own scenario!

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(He's here to think all of his dates are dazzling and everything is shiny wow)

[The town's original name literally read as "Love Within Darkness", and it boasted as having the most romantic venues in its region. However, by the time Right and his crew showed up, it now became the place known as "Hellish Match", due to the Matchmaker Shadow taking it over. Matchmaker's main way of producing darkness was by matching people up with their worst match possible - and then causing the first (read: only) date between them to crash and burn from the sidelines. Kagura and Tokacchi were especially upset at what's been going on, and were very eager in playing bait for the next "date" that the Shadow Kaijin would set-up.

Hikari, however, had suggested that Right went in their stead. His reasoning? Right's perchance to make happy endings become reality could work very well in this situation. Hopefully, it would work so well that it would drive Matchmaker out into the open long enough to be beaten.

Right had three things going for him being a "horrible match" for most people. 1) He was dressed up as a woman. 2) He was "going goth," attitude and all. 3) Said style was actually gothic lolita, with lace gloves and frills on the dress and everything. The cute, royal-purple umbrella "to shade his skin from the hideous sunlight", as Kagura put it, was a very nice touch.

And it seemed like it was working. Matchmaker swooped "her" up and hauled her to a high-class restaurant, full of "too-bright" people, and chortled about knowing the "perfect" match for her before it disappeared. Right simply kept the illusion up as he waited, but was planning to start lightening up once he was inside with his "date".]

[Zed didn't care to be here in this restaurant. Not that he had better things to do, at the moment. It was either stay in his castle having Noire and Nero flap their lips, or be out and see what one of his Shadows were doing.

He hadn't expected to be set up for a "date" or all things.

The only good thing about it was being surrounded by people who still shined bright within the dark town. He was eventually led over to the table where his date was waiting. He finds himself staring at the woman across the table, taking note of that shine of hers.

Well, this was better than he was expecting.

One of the Crows was scrambling to pull the seat out for Zed to sit, as he made a move to take a seat. He's leaning against the arm rest of his seat, with head resting against his hand before speaking to Right.]

So, you're my date? What about showing me your face?

[Right froze as he heard his date's voice. Craaaap; why did that Kaijin match him with Zed of all people?! The instant he lifted the umbrella high enough to show his face, the jig would be up - Right could see it that way in his head.

But he also saw an alternative: Lead Zed along as much as possible...by playing shy.

Right turned his body's stiffness from shock into the shiftiness seen in painfully shy girls.] I...I'm not sure if my poor face would be so fitting for such a tall, dark and handsome stranger. [His voice was higher than normal, in an attempt to complete the illusion. Right just hoped that Zed didn't recognized it.]

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[Zed's tilting his head curiously. He watched as the woman (or who he thought as one) seemed nervous. It reminded him of little Gritta, who tended to be shy.

Not the Right can see, but there's a smile on his face.]

Is that all? I doubt someone shining as brightly as you have anything to worry about.

[That...kinda surprised Right.] Ah-- Y-You're too kind... [Zed being unusually kind...a ruse? Or perhaps a chance to make this a good date after all? Knowing Right, though, he was leaning heavily towards the latter idea.

[Just a moment later, a waiter approached their table. Zed would clearly be able to see how said waiter was nervously eying the nearby Crows standing guard. Right, though, could tell that the man was trying not to let his fear show in his voice.] My-My lord and lady, I have th-the...*gulp* honor of serving you both tonight. Would either of you care to start with a drink?

[Right had to force himself to not order any soda or juice. He was a lady of the dark...dark ladies don't drink such things.] Tea...the darkest you have. And please brew it strongly. [If he was the type to drink alcohol, he'd probably have something much, much stronger...]

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[Zed glanced over to the waiter, taking note of how he kept eying the Crows. Understandably. Not everyone who sparkled wanted to get into a physical confrontation with the Shadows. He's casually glancing at the drinks, with his chin still resting within his palm.

Setting it down, he's back to staring at Right while speaking.]

I'll have the same as her.

[The waiter bowed deeply.] Very well... I-I will bring a nice pot of our finest black tea in a f-f-few moments. P-Please look over our dinner menu, though, and th-thank you for your patience. [The man then quickly hurried back to the kitchen.

Right, meanwhile, was looking over the list of delicious looking dishes.] They really do look good.... [He murmured quietly to himself. His stomach growled loudly in agreement.]

[Zed watched as the waiter walked away, before shifting his gaze to the menu. He could hear his date mumbling, but couldn't quite make out whatever "she" was saying.

That stomach growl didn't go unnoticed, though. He's looking more and more amused.]

Are you starving? What kind of dishes are you looking at?

Ahhh, yes... It's...it's the curse of having such an empty void for a stomach... [His hunger was certainly making it harder to keep the illusion up. Once or twice, his voice started to become not as high as it should.]

All of these dishes look so pleasing...but then...there's the cost... [Namely, Right was trying to figure out how many hours of labor aboard the Rainbow Line it would take to work off even the cheapest offerings.]

A curse, you say?

[It sounded like Zed was taking Right's statement seriously. That or he was just amused by that phrasing. He's idly glancing down to the menu taking note of the mentioned prices.

For any normal person, it was a hefty price to pay. Zed, however...]

Don't look at the price and just order you want. If you can't decide I can just order the whole menu here.

[Even though his friends had stressed upon him to not think with his stomach, even if they made sure that he could still focus on keeping the illusion up on an empty stomach...Zed had to go and say that last part.

Which, in Right's hunger-heavy mind, was the magical key to happiness.]

Ehh? You'll pay for all of it?! [Aaaaand that came out in his normal voice due to his excitement. Oh, and the umbrella got lifted all the way up to show Right's delighted face. Despite Mio's very good make-up attempt to make Right as feminine looking as possible - he was even wearing deep purple lipstick to match the umbrella! - Zed was highly likely to recognize the red ToQger.

And for a few moments, Right didn't realize just how badly he blew his cover right then and there.]

[At the sound of Right's voice was enough to have Zed lift his head up from the menu, and look directly across the table. If the voice wasn't a dead giveaway to who his blind date was, then that face definitely was the most obvious sign.

That explained a lot, really. From how shiny his date to the focus on food.

His eyes grew wide in delight, along with the smile on his lips. He's back to resting his chin against his hand before speaking.]

We can throw in desserts too. What do you say, Right?

Dessert sounds grea-- [Then Right fully realized what he was doing: Talking to Zed in normal voice, with his face fully visible. Even the Crows had noticed, fidgeting in indecision; should they remove this enemy away from his Majesty, or is his Majesty okay with this?

After a moment of horrified realization, Right immediately hid his face deep beneath the umbrella, attempting to make the illusion work.] I-I'm not Right! [In his panic, it wasn't working too well.]

Oh, you're not Right?

[Zed questioned, while feigning surprise. Not that he does a very good job at it. Not when he couldn't hide how obviously entertained he is.]

Now that I think about it, I didn't ask for a name did I?

Eh? My name? It's, um...well... [C'mon, Right. Think! Think beyond your hunger! What would be a good name for a gothic lady...?

It was at that moment, though, that the waiter returned with a rolling cart that had an elegant tea set for two on it...plus a very shiny wine bottle chilling in a ice-filled bucket.] Your t-tea, my lord and lady...freshly brewed within the past few minutes. It has a deeply strong taste. [He carefully placed the pieces of the set on the table, and poured the steaming tea into each cup.] Also, we p-present an offer of our finest Chardonnay in our stores - courtesy of th-the...*gulp* The Matchmaker.

[When the waiter took out the bottle to present it to them, the regular label was covered in one with very sparkly purple handwriting:] "For His Majesty the Emperor of Darkness, and his lovely, shiny lady Right."

[As soon as Right saw that, he groaned.] She knew?! [Head, meet palm. Palm, meet head.]

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[Zed watched, waiting for Right to scramble for a "name". He couldn't stop grinning ear-to-ear, not even hiding how priceless all of this was. He's only shifting his gaze to look at the waiter who finally arrived with their drinks.

He'd have to hand it to Matchmaker Shadow. She was doing her job well.]

Well, what do you know? Your name is the same.

[It's clear he was now plain teasing, as he turned to face Right, with his eyes wide. Looking away for a moment he gives the Waiter a nod.]

Our drinks, Waiter.

[Right shot Zed an irritated look as the Waiter set their tea cups before them. Then, the young man sighed as he straightened back up.] Guess I don't need this right now... [He proceeded to close the umbrella and, since it had a hooked handle, set it so that it hung by said handle on the edge of the table next to his seat.

The waiter, in the meantime, had professionally uncorked the bottle of wine and poured each of them a glass before setting each glass next to each man's tea cup. Then, the wine was set back into the ice bucket before the bucket itself was placed onto the table.] Are...Are either of your ready to order?

[Right looked at the waiter, then back at Zed.] You're really gonna pay for all of this? [Because Right's very tempted to order one of everything - either because he's probably that hungry, or possibly out of spite. Or maybe even both.]

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[Zed looked unaffected by that look from Right. Instead he lifted his glass of wine, smiling still at Right.]

That's what I said, didn't I?

[He's glancing over to the Waiter giving a nod.]

I believer the... [Notable pause here, as he's considering Right's appearance.] young lady would like to order first.

[For Zed to still refer to him as a lady...strange as it sounds, it made Right feel a little better about the whole thing. It certainly earned Zed a brighter grin than before.

Then, Right turned to the waiter and stated in his best "lady" voice] I believe I'll have one of every dish, including the desserts.

[The Waiter, naturally, was taken aback by such a huge order.] Sir-- [A brief pause upon glancing at Zed.] I-I mean...my lady! Such a large meal...are you sure you can consume all of it?

Oh, I definitely will. And even if I don't, I'll just take the rest home...unless my date wants some of it, of course. [He added the last part as an afterthought.]

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[Zed gave a light snort in reaction to Right's response to the Waiter. He's sending a look to the Waiter, with a smile on his lips.]

You heard the young lady. Go get her what she wants.

[He's of course playing along still with whatever Right's doing. It seemed like fun, for one and there was no harm to it. In Zed's mind anyway. He's briefly taking a glance at the menu, before closing it and handing it towards the waiter.]

Just bring me more tea.

Y-Yes, my lord! I...I'll have another pot brought out for you as soon as possible. [The waiter quickly bowed and took their menus before he rushed back into the kitchen again, leaving Right alone with his "date".]

Hahhh... [Right leaned back in his chair.] I started to wonder if he was going to make me choose. [He took a sip of his tea...then decide that this spiced orange blend probably tastes better with a lump of sugar. Or two.]

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[Zed paid no mind as the waiter left. He picked up his cup once more, to take a small sip from his cup.]

What makes you think he would do that?

[He questioned Right, as he quietly set his cup back down.]

It's his job to service whatever you order, isn't it?

[Right shrugged.] Dunno...just thought he might. [He then grinned.] Good thing he took it anyway. Hope he brings out the first course soon; I'm starving. [He pats his stomach - almost instinctively in a graceful manner - and then reached for his wine glass.]

[Zed on the other hand didn't seem too bothered let alone hungry. Or maybe that's normal. Or maybe it's not, nobody will know.

He is however picking up his own wine glass, with as much grace as an Emperor is expected to have.]

Sounds like you're excited about your meal, Right. Not that I'm surprised.

☆*･゜ﾟ･*Emperor of Darkness Zed*･゜ﾟ･*☆ | Express Sentai ToQGer

I am horrible. Going with 5 here

more like beautiful

This might end in tears, or pain. Or both.

More like tears and laughter for me anyway : )c

Damn you~ o9

Ohohohoho 8 )

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☆･゜ﾟ･Emperor of Darkness Zed･゜ﾟ･☆ | Express Sentai ToQGer