saiyanofparadox

[saiyanofparadox]

Even if Tater struggled to find her own voice, and find the right words, at such an important juncture, she would find that Shuen would wait as long as she needed him to, for her to answer him. He'd waited so long, since they'd met, to get to this point with her, even if it wasn't the plan from the start. In her, he saw a friend, and eventually fell for her; love blossoming further, since their adventure had begun. Regardless, he was happier than ever before, and truly whole again, thanks to the Little Rabbit.

Hearing an "I love you" in return, nearly had tears stinging his eyes; such a simple phrase carrying immeasurable weight and meaning behind it, when it came from her lips. Those very lips that he had the honor of meeting with his own, just moments ago. "You do?" He'd inquire; hugging her just as tightly as she'd hugged him, and softly letting out a purr-like sound.

"Then... I'll ask this as plainly as possible. Will you be mine? Can we be together, not as friends, but as lovers? Partners?" There was a slight tremble in his voice, as though he was still nervous over an answer, after all they'd done together.

In all his time, Shuen had never felt more alive than when he felt whole again, thanks to Tater; the kiss that she even returned only making him feel absolutely whole, without a doubt. His own face was a deep red hue, and a hum would audibly leave him, when he felt her embrace the passionate affection between them. There wasn’t a doubt in his mind, about his feelings anymore. He loved her, more than words could ever do justice for.

Even he, himself, had to let his own eyes remain shut, after their lips parted; the reality of the act, itself, hitting him like a ton of bricks. His own excitement had made him act impulsively, and yet… It seemed to be the right move; her squeeze of his neck earning her a light squeeze to her waist in return. As small as she was, while hiding her face against him, she’d likely hear the thumping of his own heart; practically beating even faster with her so close to it.

He wanted to say something, but before he could, the Little Rabbit pulled him back in for another kiss; the Paradox Saiyan reciprocating the affection, and softly breathing through his nose, to let this new state of being settle. Only after their lips parted again, would he try to form the right words. Actions spoke louder, certainly, but he wanted her to hear him. “Tater… I… I love you. I think I have for awhile, but being with you today made it impossible to deny anymore. I want you by my side, as my partner. To be my sunshine, in an already bright world, that you make dim without your presence in it.”

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{you make me whole; shuenxtater} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

In all his time, Shuen had never felt more alive than when he felt whole again, thanks to Tater; the kiss that she even returned only making him feel absolutely whole, without a doubt. His own face was a deep red hue, and a hum would audibly leave him, when he felt her embrace the passionate affection between them. There wasn't a doubt in his mind, about his feelings anymore. He loved her, more than words could ever do justice for.

Even he, himself, had to let his own eyes remain shut, after their lips parted; the reality of the act, itself, hitting him like a ton of bricks. His own excitement had made him act impulsively, and yet... It seemed to be the right move; her squeeze of his neck earning her a light squeeze to her waist in return. As small as she was, while hiding her face against him, she'd likely hear the thumping of his own heart; practically beating even faster with her so close to it.

He wanted to say something, but before he could, the Little Rabbit pulled him back in for another kiss; the Paradox Saiyan reciprocating the affection, and softly breathing through his nose, to let this new state of being settle. Only after their lips parted again, would he try to form the right words. Actions spoke louder, certainly, but he wanted her to hear him. "Tater... I... I love you. I think I have for awhile, but being with you today made it impossible to deny anymore. I want you by my side, as my partner. To be my sunshine, in an already bright world, that you make dim without your presence in it."

By the time the wish had been made, Shuen was still taking in some deep breaths with his meditation; eyes closed, while the falling water hitting every inch of his seated frame numbed him to any feeling other than the massage-like impact. After another few moments, though, his meditation would cease, as he brought himself upright, under the waterfall. Blissfully unaware of the wish being made, still, he was about to turn left to leave the waterfall and meet back up with Tater. And then…

That decision to turn in that direction allowed his eyes to witness the sight of his left arm; restored and healthier than when he’d lost it what felt like so long ago. His hair stood on end, as his aura spiked and flared, harmlessly as it did, around his muscular, full frame; his heartrate skyrocketing, as his Paradoxical nature enacted this kindness across all timelines, as well as locking this state of sheer joy and rejuvenation into a permanent Timestamp, for him to access when he’d need it most. But… That didn’t matter at the moment.

Even as the water beat down on him, his hair stood up; spiked against the very will of gravity and pressure against it. A streak of green and violet would burst through the waterfall, and stop just before the Little Rabbit; both arms wrapping around the waist of the one responsible for all of this. In an act of instinct and passion, in that moment, Shuen would gingerly bring his lips to Tater’s own, as if to wordlessly admit his feelings outright, and stake claim to that promise made before. He’d even let it linger, if she’d want such a thing to occur, and worry about words after. Aside from just two…

“Thank you…”

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen} #{you make me whole; shuenxtater}

[saiyanofparadox]

By the time the wish had been made, Shuen was still taking in some deep breaths with his meditation; eyes closed, while the falling water hitting every inch of his seated frame numbed him to any feeling other than the massage-like impact. After another few moments, though, his meditation would cease, as he brought himself upright, under the waterfall. Blissfully unaware of the wish being made, still, he was about to turn left to leave the waterfall and meet back up with Tater. And then...

That decision to turn in that direction allowed his eyes to witness the sight of his left arm; restored and healthier than when he'd lost it what felt like so long ago. His hair stood on end, as his aura spiked and flared, harmlessly as it did, around his muscular, full frame; his heartrate skyrocketing, as his Paradoxical nature enacted this kindness across all timelines, as well as locking this state of sheer joy and rejuvenation into a permanent Timestamp, for him to access when he'd need it most. But... That didn't matter at the moment.

Even as the water beat down on him, his hair stood up; spiked against the very will of gravity and pressure against it. A streak of green and violet would burst through the waterfall, and stop just before the Little Rabbit; both arms wrapping around the waist of the one responsible for all of this. In an act of instinct and passion, in that moment, Shuen would gingerly bring his lips to Tater's own, as if to wordlessly admit his feelings outright, and stake claim to that promise made before. He'd even let it linger, if she'd want such a thing to occur, and worry about words after. Aside from just two...

"Thank you..."

During his searching, all he could really hear was the sound of the falling water; his own sounds of disappointment at not finding the orb being drowned out, regardless. Facing the waterfall itself, too, he couldn’t quite see anything besides the natural wall of rock and dirt behind the seventh ball’s location. Each time he dunked his head in, Shuen would come up for air again, take a deep breath, and go back under!

Even when Tater, herself, found the Dragon Ball, the Paradox Saiyan was none the wiser; internally panicking that the ball might’ve been swept completely away from their location. And so… Shuen would simply sit down in the middle of the waterfall; letting the water hit his muscular frame. He’d meditate quietly, in the hopes of being able to sense anything adjacent to what he felt when he held one of those orbs.

When Tater glanced at him, that was all he would be occupying himself with; the water deafening all other things around him. Whatever she was cooking up in that noggin of hers, he was blissfully unaware!

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen} #{you make me whole; shuenxtater}

[saiyanofparadox]

During his searching, all he could really hear was the sound of the falling water; his own sounds of disappointment at not finding the orb being drowned out, regardless. Facing the waterfall itself, too, he couldn't quite see anything besides the natural wall of rock and dirt behind the seventh ball's location. Each time he dunked his head in, Shuen would come up for air again, take a deep breath, and go back under!

Even when Tater, herself, found the Dragon Ball, the Paradox Saiyan was none the wiser; internally panicking that the ball might've been swept completely away from their location. And so... Shuen would simply sit down in the middle of the waterfall; letting the water hit his muscular frame. He'd meditate quietly, in the hopes of being able to sense anything adjacent to what he felt when he held one of those orbs.

When Tater glanced at him, that was all he would be occupying himself with; the water deafening all other things around him. Whatever she was cooking up in that noggin of hers, he was blissfully unaware!

Just as he’d hoped, his own admittance to his slip-ups had Tater giggling; causing Shuen’s own cheeks to turn pink again. Frankly, he was just happy that she seemed less concerned about stumbling over the phrase to summon the Eternal Dragon, and that’s what he wanted for her. Like her, though, the Paradox Saiyan’s tail was wiggling about in anticipation; her firm hold on him mid-flight only exciting him further. Words of affirmation and gratitude were rewarded with affection, to which he… Purred? A rumble from his frame indicated that he enjoyed it greatly. He never knew that this could be possible. That they would be developing something amidst this journey.

Taking in a breath of his own, before her acknowledgement of his words, Tater would likely notice that his gaze shifted to his left shoulder. An arm that wasn’t there… How odd, that such a thing could change because of her kindness. After she spoke, though, a goofy grin crept onto his visage, before he gave a wink, and ran headlong into the waterfall’s falling fluids; the sheer weight of all that water normally posing a threat to a normal person. For him, though, he just seemed to stand in the middle of it; dunking his head underwater to look for the ball. Logically, Tater was more likely to find it, since he seemed to be a bit frantic and confused in his immediate searching.

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

Just as he'd hoped, his own admittance to his slip-ups had Tater giggling; causing Shuen's own cheeks to turn pink again. Frankly, he was just happy that she seemed less concerned about stumbling over the phrase to summon the Eternal Dragon, and that's what he wanted for her. Like her, though, the Paradox Saiyan's tail was wiggling about in anticipation; her firm hold on him mid-flight only exciting him further. Words of affirmation and gratitude were rewarded with affection, to which he... Purred? A rumble from his frame indicated that he enjoyed it greatly. He never knew that this could be possible. That they would be developing something amidst this journey.

Taking in a breath of his own, before her acknowledgement of his words, Tater would likely notice that his gaze shifted to his left shoulder. An arm that wasn't there... How odd, that such a thing could change because of her kindness. After she spoke, though, a goofy grin crept onto his visage, before he gave a wink, and ran headlong into the waterfall's falling fluids; the sheer weight of all that water normally posing a threat to a normal person. For him, though, he just seemed to stand in the middle of it; dunking his head underwater to look for the ball. Logically, Tater was more likely to find it, since he seemed to be a bit frantic and confused in his immediate searching.

Noticing her flushed cheeks, his own personal experiences allowed him to understand just what she likely thought about the phrase. After she nuzzled against him, and assured him that she’d try, Shuen would briefly try to ease her embarrassment. “Yeah… Should’ve heard me trip over it the first few times. I promise that I’ll have you beat, in how bad someone can screw that simple phrase up.” Offering a laugh, his honesty was unwavering… Even at his own expense.

Humming softly, in sheer bliss, he’d help Tater latch onto him once more, before taking to the skies and heading towards their next location. “Thank you for… everything, Tater.” He’d offer her, in a rather loving tone, while they seemed to get closer to a waterfall; its natural beauty serving as a nice contrast to the crowded locations of modern civilization.

In moments, they’d descend, before Shuen would allow Tater to touch solid ground again, so he could look at her. “So… I may have put this just below the falls.” Offering a nervous laugh, he’d look at down in slight embarrassment. “It might be there, or somewhere along the riverbank. If we both look, we’ll probably find it, right?”

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

Noticing her flushed cheeks, his own personal experiences allowed him to understand just what she likely thought about the phrase. After she nuzzled against him, and assured him that she'd try, Shuen would briefly try to ease her embarrassment. "Yeah... Should've heard me trip over it the first few times. I promise that I'll have you beat, in how bad someone can screw that simple phrase up." Offering a laugh, his honesty was unwavering... Even at his own expense.

Humming softly, in sheer bliss, he'd help Tater latch onto him once more, before taking to the skies and heading towards their next location. "Thank you for... everything, Tater." He'd offer her, in a rather loving tone, while they seemed to get closer to a waterfall; its natural beauty serving as a nice contrast to the crowded locations of modern civilization.

In moments, they'd descend, before Shuen would allow Tater to touch solid ground again, so he could look at her. "So... I may have put this just below the falls." Offering a nervous laugh, he'd look at down in slight embarrassment. "It might be there, or somewhere along the riverbank. If we both look, we'll probably find it, right?"

Seeing that victorious, adorable smile of Tater’s just about caused Shuen to want to peck his lips against her cheek in thoughtless celebration. Given their spoken feelings about one another, though, he’d try to contain such excitements. Still, his reaction would be an audible “Alright!”, in quite the enthusiastic tone.

After the Little Rabbit humbly accepted the request to be the one to make the wish, and made her honest admission, Shuen couldn’t help but laugh softly; once again caressing his thumb against her waist. They were just exiting the tunnel, and he’d help her out of the canoe, while trying to explain things. “Usually, I just say ‘Eternal Dragon! Come forth and grant my wish!’, and that does the job. Just try not to be nervous when you see him, okay?” He’d lean his head against hers, since they were out of the canoe, and laugh softly again.

“Think we’re ready to go get the last one? We still have to talk about… us, after we finish our little adventure. B-But I think I know where that conversation will go, now that we talked…” Sheepishly, he’d nuzzle against her; the Paradox Saiyan practically and openly smitten with the Little Rabbit.

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

"Pretty nice person from a pretty nice universe, then, huh?" Coyly, Shuen was offering a platonic sort of compliment, since the two had just met.

"I haven't exactly visited in... I think years, honestly! Although, I guess I wouldn't mind checking it out again, for the sake of nostalgia." Offering another nervous laugh, Shuen couldn't help but enjoy the conversation he was sharing with Vegito.

"When your best friend and rival can hit with the mass of the universe, without factoring in speed, you learn to lose fear for other things." Laughing wholeheartedly, then, Shuen was honest in his reasoning.

When the note was written and handed to him, though, a faint pink came to his cheeks, since he didn't expect so much personal information to be shared with him. In return, he'd write a note of his own, with the one hand that he had, and offer the same back.

"Just in case I get wrapped up in something, I want you to have my information too!"

saiyanofparadox​:

As soon as Vegito began describing himself, the Paradox Saiyan seemed rather invested in what was being said; leaning in a little and nodding along. He’d respectfully stay quiet until Vegito was finished, but a mix of facial expressions told that there were some things that Shuen was familiar with already, and others that he was oblivious to.

“Well, Vegito! My name’s Shuen! Can’t quite say I’ve heard of Kakarot or Vegeta, or know them too well at least.”

“I’ve used Potara earrings before, at least a few times! Your two voices kind of helped give you away, but I just wanted to be sure!” Then, he’d stick a thumb to his own chest… Or, at least the only thumb he currently had.

“Wait, you run the Time Patrol?! I used to be a part of it! That’s how I managed to cross universes, from my own to Universe… I think it’s Seven? I’ve been so many places now, it’s really hard to keep up.” He’d laugh a bit nervously.

“Nothing really scares me, though, so I don’t mind hanging around you!”

“Small Multiverse, I’m from Seven too!”

“Yea, I run the joint. I’ve made a lot of upgrades to the place in both looks and rankings. Theres also apartments and more shops and eating places. I turned it into a real like…TOWN or CITY, instead of just a small chunk of rock floating under a giant Dragon statue.”

“Glad I don’t scare ya, you don’t look like the type to be overly intimidated by an idiot with three braincells left, Ahehe!”

“Here.”

He pulls out a little pad and a pen.

“This is my Universe number, my address, my direct contact Cell, and my office phone at work.”

He rips off the little note and hands it over, smiling wide.

#{cosmicerroraftermath} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

Seeing that victorious, adorable smile of Tater's just about caused Shuen to want to peck his lips against her cheek in thoughtless celebration. Given their spoken feelings about one another, though, he'd try to contain such excitements. Still, his reaction would be an audible "Alright!", in quite the enthusiastic tone.

After the Little Rabbit humbly accepted the request to be the one to make the wish, and made her honest admission, Shuen couldn't help but laugh softly; once again caressing his thumb against her waist. They were just exiting the tunnel, and he'd help her out of the canoe, while trying to explain things. "Usually, I just say 'Eternal Dragon! Come forth and grant my wish!', and that does the job. Just try not to be nervous when you see him, okay?" He'd lean his head against hers, since they were out of the canoe, and laugh softly again.

"Think we're ready to go get the last one? We still have to talk about... us, after we finish our little adventure. B-But I think I know where that conversation will go, now that we talked..." Sheepishly, he'd nuzzle against her; the Paradox Saiyan practically and openly smitten with the Little Rabbit.

While the two of them managed to open up more, together, her lean against him while they snuggled would likely allow her to realize that his muscules were relaxing, and he was losing any tension he had from nervousness. When those doe-like eyes of hers looked up at him, though, his own gaze would be stuck on her once again. Adoration was abundant in his gaze, and now that they shared a promise to be more open after their adventure had concluded, love was, perhaps, growing more apparent even in how he looked at her. He’d offer a soft “thank you” against her ear.

At that point in their little adventure, he had quite frankly forgotten what they were even getting the Dragon Balls for; the lack of an arm not quite bothering him, when his heart was practically beating out of his chest, at the events unfolding with the Little Rabbit. It likely wouldn’t take Tater long to find the sixth Dragon Ball, though, as its texture was akin to smooth marble, in contrast to the Tunnel’s rougher and earthier ones. As dim as the Tunnel was, though, seeing the Orb was just a matter of the right amount of light just barely shining against it.

When she would manage to pull it back in, the Paradox Saiyan would help get the bag with the other five open, while their ride was getting closer to ending. “H-Hey, Tater? When we finally summon the Dragon, I-I’d like it if you did it. Not sure if you’ve done it before, but I want this to be special for us…”

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

As soon as Vegito began describing himself, the Paradox Saiyan seemed rather invested in what was being said; leaning in a little and nodding along. He'd respectfully stay quiet until Vegito was finished, but a mix of facial expressions told that there were some things that Shuen was familiar with already, and others that he was oblivious to.

"Well, Vegito! My name's Shuen! Can't quite say I've heard of Kakarot or Vegeta, or know them too well at least."

"I've used Potara earrings before, at least a few times! Your two voices kind of helped give you away, but I just wanted to be sure!" Then, he'd stick a thumb to his own chest... Or, at least the only thumb he currently had.

"Wait, you run the Time Patrol?! I used to be a part of it! That's how I managed to cross universes, from my own to Universe... I think it's Seven? I've been so many places now, it's really hard to keep up." He'd laugh a bit nervously.

"Nothing really scares me, though, so I don't mind hanging around you!"

saiyanofparadox​:

“Then a partner-in-crime is what I’ll be! I’m not particularly busy, unless the universe needs saving every now and again. Even then, I guess I let others handle the bigger stuff, nowadays.” Sharing interests and schedules with Vegito, the redhead seemed pleased with the plans they were setting.

“Hey, uh… I don’t think I really got your name, by the way. Or what you do, really. I’ve seen earrings that look like yours, though!”

Shuen didn’t mind it; trying to learn a bit more about Vegito, before the other had to go to his job.

“Ah right!”

“Name’s Vegito, I’m a permanent fusion of the Saiyan Warrior Kakarot, and Saiyan Prince Vegeta, though I’m my own personality, and their souls have been entirely merged, so I’m just one idiot with two voices.”

“The Potara are what fused the two, but usually for mortals it’s not permanent….I was a….Situational Specialty.”

“As for what I do, I run the TimePatrol. I’m the real head of it while Chronoa dishes out the orders I give. I like to stay behind the curtain, some people are afraid of me because of The Void or my Legendary form, so I tend to keep to myself. I’m immortal like her so we make good partners in work!”

#{cosmicerroraftermath} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

While the two of them managed to open up more, together, her lean against him while they snuggled would likely allow her to realize that his muscules were relaxing, and he was losing any tension he had from nervousness. When those doe-like eyes of hers looked up at him, though, his own gaze would be stuck on her once again. Adoration was abundant in his gaze, and now that they shared a promise to be more open after their adventure had concluded, love was, perhaps, growing more apparent even in how he looked at her. He'd offer a soft "thank you" against her ear.

At that point in their little adventure, he had quite frankly forgotten what they were even getting the Dragon Balls for; the lack of an arm not quite bothering him, when his heart was practically beating out of his chest, at the events unfolding with the Little Rabbit. It likely wouldn't take Tater long to find the sixth Dragon Ball, though, as its texture was akin to smooth marble, in contrast to the Tunnel's rougher and earthier ones. As dim as the Tunnel was, though, seeing the Orb was just a matter of the right amount of light just barely shining against it.

When she would manage to pull it back in, the Paradox Saiyan would help get the bag with the other five open, while their ride was getting closer to ending. "H-Hey, Tater? When we finally summon the Dragon, I-I'd like it if you did it. Not sure if you've done it before, but I want this to be special for us..."

Even as a master of his own emotions, and dignified enough to properly word something he wanted to say, Tater and the way he felt about her, suddenly, had him incapable of proving that he was able to keep himself in check. Though… If he didn’t feel this strongly, then he wouldn’t have the issues to begin with.

He was sure about his feelings, without a doubt; simply not expecting her to feel the same way. After a moment, though, that like squeeze to his knee helped ease his worries; an involuntary, blissful sigh leaving the Paradox Saiyan, before his thumb would gently rub against her waist. He understood what the squeeze meant. “I-I think I get it, Tater. And honestly? My heart’s racing. Can we… Promise to be open about this, after we finish our little adventure together?” His cheeks were that vibrant shade of red again, as his gaze struggled to stay on her.

“O-Oh, we’re almost there! It should be on your side! J-Just reach your hand out, and you should be able to feel it. I would, but… I-I kind of don’t want to let go of you…”

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

Even as a master of his own emotions, and dignified enough to properly word something he wanted to say, Tater and the way he felt about her, suddenly, had him incapable of proving that he was able to keep himself in check. Though... If he didn't feel this strongly, then he wouldn't have the issues to begin with.

He was sure about his feelings, without a doubt; simply not expecting her to feel the same way. After a moment, though, that like squeeze to his knee helped ease his worries; an involuntary, blissful sigh leaving the Paradox Saiyan, before his thumb would gently rub against her waist. He understood what the squeeze meant. "I-I think I get it, Tater. And honestly? My heart's racing. Can we... Promise to be open about this, after we finish our little adventure together?" His cheeks were that vibrant shade of red again, as his gaze struggled to stay on her.

"O-Oh, we're almost there! It should be on your side! J-Just reach your hand out, and you should be able to feel it. I would, but... I-I kind of don't want to let go of you..."

As if he was experiencing these feelings for the first time in his life, simply moving on instinct, when prompted by the voice, had his own heart racing as if he’d run a marathon around the entire planet. Still, when Tater reciprocated the prompted snuggling, that feeling only intensified more. This spot was just meant to be a random location for a Dragon Ball… And here it was, making the two friends think about what feelings were dormant within them.

When the Little Rabbit gave her response, however, Shuen couldn’t seem to form words for a moment; stumbling over “I” for almost a full fifteen seconds. He’d catch his breath, his thoughts, and himself; gently pulling Tater a bit closer against him, while they snuggled and leaned against each other. “H-Honestly, we’ve been friends for awhile, and I’ve cared for you differently than I have for a lot of other people, but… Something about today feels different. I have these new thoughts running through my head and… I… N-Never mind. I-It’s hard to explain.” Although, there was a chance that she knew exactly what he was going through. Still, an effort was being made. Perhaps a needed effort, at that.

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

"Then a partner-in-crime is what I'll be! I'm not particularly busy, unless the universe needs saving every now and again. Even then, I guess I let others handle the bigger stuff, nowadays." Sharing interests and schedules with Vegito, the redhead seemed pleased with the plans they were setting.

"Hey, uh... I don't think I really got your name, by the way. Or what you do, really. I've seen earrings that look like yours, though!"

Shuen didn't mind it; trying to learn a bit more about Vegito, before the other had to go to his job.

( X )

( @saiyanofparadox​ )

“I gueeeeeesssssss I can tell you…”

“Theres a store in the mall called F.Y.E, stands for For Your Entertainment (real store, I love it.) Has a BUNCH of stuff, but it’s only in a specific timeline you can get figures of me and my halves and such! In others you can get other figures too! I have the entire collection of my friends and me!”

#{cosmicerroraftermath} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

As if he was experiencing these feelings for the first time in his life, simply moving on instinct, when prompted by the voice, had his own heart racing as if he'd run a marathon around the entire planet. Still, when Tater reciprocated the prompted snuggling, that feeling only intensified more. This spot was just meant to be a random location for a Dragon Ball... And here it was, making the two friends think about what feelings were dormant within them.

When the Little Rabbit gave her response, however, Shuen couldn't seem to form words for a moment; stumbling over "I" for almost a full fifteen seconds. He'd catch his breath, his thoughts, and himself; gently pulling Tater a bit closer against him, while they snuggled and leaned against each other. "H-Honestly, we've been friends for awhile, and I've cared for you differently than I have for a lot of other people, but... Something about today feels different. I have these new thoughts running through my head and... I... N-Never mind. I-It's hard to explain." Although, there was a chance that she knew exactly what he was going through. Still, an effort was being made. Perhaps a needed effort, at that.

With the location they found themselves at, perhaps the two would have to answer those questions, themselves; something so mundane, though, causing the Saiyan and Rabbit to practically be forced to understand themselves, for each others’ sake.

While Tater weighed her options, though, Shuen’s gaze would shift anywhere that she didn’t occupy; his cheeks a blazing red, as if he expected her, still, to want to avoid such a scenario. When she reached for his hand, the very same one that they were on this adventure to make a match for, his heart jumped; catching in his throat as he hesitated. Hesitation would give way to acceptance, though, as he took her hand in his. “O-Okay…”

Helping her into the little “Lovers’ Canoe”, the Paradox Saiyan would sit next to her; using a slight pull against the current of the Tunnel’s little stream, to coast them forward. It’d be a slow, intimate ride, and that much would be proven, when a voice on built-in speakers announced “Lovers are encouraged to snuggle up with each other, and enjoy the relaxing ride.” Shuen would scoot closer to Tater, and absent-mindedly listen to the voice’s words; snaking his arm around the Little Rabbits waist, and nuzzling and snuggling into her smaller frame. “I-It’s about halfway through the ride. T-Tater… Are you sure that what we’re doing doesn’t make you feel different?” Wording it differently, though not intentionally, perhaps this would get the two of them to speak more on their own feelings.

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

Even if it was an "I guess", Shuen's eyes almost twinkled in excitement; new opportunities and places to potentially explore always making him a bit more giddy than his usual, already giddy self.

"I've never heard of it, but I guess that'd make sense... Since it's in another timeline." Casually accepting the mention of separate timelines, it was likely that Shuen wasn't a stranger to other timelines in general. "I probably don't have much interest in the figures, themselves, but seeing new places always sounds fun. If there's ever a chance to go, I'd like to check it out!"

Flashing that almost infectious grin of his, the Paradox Saiyan seemed like he was the very physical embodiment of joy, itself. Even with the stranger, Vegito!

( X )

( @saiyanofparadox​ )

“I gueeeeeesssssss I can tell you…”

“Theres a store in the mall called F.Y.E, stands for For Your Entertainment (real store, I love it.) Has a BUNCH of stuff, but it’s only in a specific timeline you can get figures of me and my halves and such! In others you can get other figures too! I have the entire collection of my friends and me!”

#{cosmicerroraftermath} #{hero of hope; shuen} #//Casually knows about other timelines and just rolls with it

[saiyanofparadox]

The one-armed redhead would chuckle softly, before shaking his head. He couldn't quite argue against that point, but Shuen could still delve further into this 'financial choice'.

"Well yeah, I get that, but... How could you do that and not tell me where to find these things?" Even if the two were complete strangers, Shuen wanted to explore, or see places that had such interesting, expensive figurines. Call him an adventurer.

"I really don't get to stop and check things out like that, really." A nervous laugh came with his admittance.

"How could you do this...?"

From @saiyanofparadox ; tilting his head curiously, with an equally inquisitive tone to his voice.

"Look if I wanna spend 2,000 Zeni on figurines, I will spend 2,000 Zeni on figurines. It's my horrible financial choice to make."

#{cosmicerroraftermath} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

With the location they found themselves at, perhaps the two would have to answer those questions, themselves; something so mundane, though, causing the Saiyan and Rabbit to practically be forced to understand themselves, for each others' sake.

While Tater weighed her options, though, Shuen's gaze would shift anywhere that she didn't occupy; his cheeks a blazing red, as if he expected her, still, to want to avoid such a scenario. When she reached for his hand, the very same one that they were on this adventure to make a match for, his heart jumped; catching in his throat as he hesitated. Hesitation would give way to acceptance, though, as he took her hand in his. "O-Okay..."

Helping her into the little "Lovers' Canoe", the Paradox Saiyan would sit next to her; using a slight pull against the current of the Tunnel's little stream, to coast them forward. It'd be a slow, intimate ride, and that much would be proven, when a voice on built-in speakers announced "Lovers are encouraged to snuggle up with each other, and enjoy the relaxing ride." Shuen would scoot closer to Tater, and absent-mindedly listen to the voice's words; snaking his arm around the Little Rabbits waist, and nuzzling and snuggling into her smaller frame. "I-It's about halfway through the ride. T-Tater... Are you sure that what we're doing doesn't make you feel different?" Wording it differently, though not intentionally, perhaps this would get the two of them to speak more on their own feelings.

Still oblivious to signs of different feelings, Shuen saw her gaze towards him as one of surprise, and nothing more. Though, he should’ve likely known better; seeing as how smitten he was with her, lately. Any words he’d try to say would catch in his throat, as his heart would race more than it ever had, even with all he’d been through in his lifetime. Just how long had he truly felt like this?

Even when the two of them were away from the ballroom, Shuen’s own thoughts seemed to refuse to leave his psyche; Tater’s initial silence leaving him concerned, too, over her wellbeing. When she finally answered, however, he’d almost instinctively nuzzle against her again; nervously laughing in agreement with the idea of embarrassment. Still, their adventure wasn’t over; Shuen wanting to focus on it, slightly, in spite of how ironic this sixth location was. Maybe being in it… Would help the two understand themselves? He hoped as much.

“T-This next one… Uh… It’s a private break. J-Just… We don’t have to do what it says, when we go in…” He’d point to the Tunnel of Love sign near them, and then the two-person canoe next to them; waiting for them to enter it, and take this intimate ride together. “I-If you’d rather one of us just go in and grab it… W-We can…” Afraid that this was the most awkward point of their adventure, given his own feelings, he was afraid they weren’t reciprocated, if he came forward with the truth. Hell, he’d even noticed how bad his stammering was.

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}

[saiyanofparadox]

Still oblivious to signs of different feelings, Shuen saw her gaze towards him as one of surprise, and nothing more. Though, he should've likely known better; seeing as how smitten he was with her, lately. Any words he'd try to say would catch in his throat, as his heart would race more than it ever had, even with all he'd been through in his lifetime. Just how long had he truly felt like this?

Even when the two of them were away from the ballroom, Shuen's own thoughts seemed to refuse to leave his psyche; Tater's initial silence leaving him concerned, too, over her wellbeing. When she finally answered, however, he'd almost instinctively nuzzle against her again; nervously laughing in agreement with the idea of embarrassment. Still, their adventure wasn't over; Shuen wanting to focus on it, slightly, in spite of how ironic this sixth location was. Maybe being in it... Would help the two understand themselves? He hoped as much.

"T-This next one... Uh... It's a private break. J-Just... We don't have to do what it says, when we go in..." He'd point to the Tunnel of Love sign near them, and then the two-person canoe next to them; waiting for them to enter it, and take this intimate ride together. "I-If you'd rather one of us just go in and grab it... W-We can..." Afraid that this was the most awkward point of their adventure, given his own feelings, he was afraid they weren't reciprocated, if he came forward with the truth. Hell, he'd even noticed how bad his stammering was.

Thankfully, her own nod had aided Shuen in feeling less insecure about her feelings about him; given their sudden closeness, while neither outright admitted what they felt. When Tater reassured him, however, he’d briefly nuzzle a bit against her; affection involuntarily being his response. If the two were more open by then, though, he would’ve had half the mind to kiss her.

Watching as the Little Rabbit executed their plan, her previous admittance of not having danced much before seemed like a bluff; her movements so seemingly natural and elegant that Shuen’s jaw almost dropped. Once she was returned to him, however, their intimately close contact caused the Paradox Saiyan’s breath to hitch; a brief pause in his movements indicating that he wasn’t prepared for just how close they’d get. Still, he’d use that arm around her to pull her closer for a moment, in an embrace.

And then… His arm would snake around the back of her neck and shoulders; gently resting against them, while his index and middle digits met his forehead. Instant Transmission would allow for a sudden escape; landing them… Just outside a Tunnel of Love. Oh, how Shuen’s face would suddenly turn a brand new shade of red. “S-Sorry for the sudden exit…”

#{bunny with a big heart; tater} #{dragvnsovl} #{hero of hope; shuen}