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[It's been a while since Kon's visited Iselia - a few months, to be more precise. After he and Tim figured out how to travel freely between the two worlds, he's been sporadically checking up on the place, claiming that Lloyd needs a helping hand (and who better than the Kid of Steel?). Anyone with half a brain ~~meaning mostly Genis~~ knows better, though: Kon just really wants to see Colette, dammit, and he's going to make this work.

However, since Zelos and Sheena took him seriously on the "helping hand" bit, he's been forced to split his time between Meltokio and Mizuho, repairing random bits and pieces and serving as a go-between. Today, he has the day off, and he's relishing every moment of it. Taking care to walk - not float! - he heads over to find Colette.

Of course, considering this is Iselia, and Earth could explode any minute from impending chaos, he's not too sure how much free time they'll have.]

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Okay then. Lets go.

[Before someone else might interrupt their plans somehow. Colette can't help but savor the feeling of flying every single time. Especially when she doesn't do it nearly so often as Kon might back home. Of course she knows Lloyd can fly, and Zelos too, but they're also both busy themselves. Though of course she adores spending time with them when she can, it's not entirely the same as how she feels with Kon.

Some might say it is the allure of mystery where he is from another world entirely, but it isn't just that. He did so much to help her along the way. The small things, the little excitement at hearing more about his home when he opened up more, how strong he is yet he never flaunts it, simply uses it to help when necessary. Much the same way with her own developing powers the Angels granted her at each Seal. He's so patient with her and how much she still has to learn after her upbringing. She can't help the light giggle as he scrunches his face.

Colette simply revels in it. The mana, the clouds. It's different, but not overly so when she was able to somewhat adjust while in Tethe'alla previously. As they land, she pauses to look around. In the desert, it's unlikely they would really come across anyone. Raising a hand to keep some hair from her face, she turns to him.]

I'll help set things up.

[It's an offer, though she wouldn't be surprised if he says she can relax.]

You sure? I think I've got it.

[He tilts his head to the side, glancing around Triet as well. No one's noticed them land - a good thing, probably, considering their relative fame (Colette as the Chosen, Kon as her companion).]

I didn't get drinks, so you could grab those for us. I trust your judgment. [By which he means, he has no real preference. He drinks water the most, but he'll be pleased with wherever they go.] So, where do you wanna eat?

All right. I can do that much. As for where, I don't really mind too much. So long as we're sheltered enough from the wind, it should be fine. If you set it up over there and I'll meet you with the drinks.

[Colette suggests, pointing over to a somewhat more sheltered area. Not entirely out of the way or private, but chances are people wouldn't really be coming over this direction anyway.Getting the drinks at least helps her feel useful and busy doing something to help while he sets things up. It doesn't take long for her to return with a couple of drinks - juice, given her sweet tooth and she can't help but smile as she approaches. The last time someone did anything similar was her birthday years back, so this is still new and special to her even if it might not seem as much a big deal. She sits down and joins him, handing him the drink.]

It's wonderful, Kon. Thank you.

[He glances in the direction she's pointed, giving her a nod as he surveys it and then sets out everything for them (blankets, plus the food, plus the plates and utensils...). To him, it almost feels like something big - even though he's lived in Smallville for a while, picnics are still a new concept. He's far too used to big cities and just grabbing whatever you want, whenever you want. Having to make food yourself, and then lug it somewhere remote to enjoy it with your favorite person in the universe? Now that's new.

When she returns, he can't hide the smile that's tugging on his face. Even the little things are exciting, when he sees them through her eyes. Taking the drink gently, he goes ahead and has a sip.]

No problem. [Since that was entirely force of habit, he has to amend himself:] I mean, I figured you deserved the night off. Work hard, play hard...?

[She shifts a little, straightening her tunic and mantle to sit more comfortably before eyeing the selection of food properly and then turning back to him. She knows this is probably much more new to him in some ways, the idea of a picnic. But Colette really does appreciate the effort, giving a small smile and laugh at that. After all even if she tried to deny it, others could easily relay to him how much she has been helping out in the aftermath of it all.]

I suppose so. It's been a while since I took a proper break like this and didn't snack while helping out with things. It's...nice. To stop and enjoy it.

[Especially with him. Though admitting that sort of thing is still new to her and has her a little flustered at the though as she takes a sip and reaches for a plate.]

[He's gonna go ahead and serve Colette first. Sure, he doesn't technically need food, but he's hungry regardless - and like a proper gentleman, he'll serve her first. He's certain his cheeks are super red too, so he focuses his attention on the food.]

Yeah. I don't think I can really remember the last time I was doing nothing myself.

[It's a luxury he doesn't take for granted, either. While Ma made the pie, Kon made everything else - the salad, the sandwiches, and even a homemade pizza. His cooking's simple (he's no culinary genius like Genis, but he might've asked the kid for help) but still pretty yummy, especially when he sticks to fare he knows and loves well. Plus: he avoided green peppers this time.] Let me know if anything seems off.

Doing 'nothing' doesn't seem to really fit for you. Or Lloyd for that matter, no. There's always something going on we need to help with. You too, even back home.

[Not that she is chiding him for it. It's just something she's noted. And to be fair, she's not really one to talk either, keeping herself busy enough with the aftermath of it all. Colette appreciates the effort put in, savoring it, any food after that period of not being able to taste anything at all. She gives a smile, reassuring him as she takes to offered food he's served.]

I'm sure it's fine, Kon. It looks great!

[Especially without the peppers, yes. Even if there was that point where she just tried to eat whatever was in front of her for a bit. That didn't last so long and isn't so much a factor now. There's a pause as she reaches for some of the fingerfood, trying the sandwich first.]

[He scrunches up his whole face, just for that comment, because she's right - she's so right it kind of hurts to think about him as a lazy bum. He would die from boredom before anything actually happened!

Kon's on pins and needles, waiting and waiting for her to try it before he glances at the food and reaches for a sandwich (or three). Sure, he may be nervous about how it appeals - or doesn't appeal - to her tongue, but hey, he likes it, and that's... kind of important? ]

No matter how it tastes, I'm just gonna take pride in that it's not Raine's spicy cake.

[Because even he's bamboozled by that combination. Who let her in the kitchen again?]

That's.....y-yes. Her cooking is certainly--unique.

[There's a knowing look at that but she can't help a giggle all the same because Raine's cooking is unfortunately rather infamous among the group after her first attempt had them swearing to take her off the roster. Even prior to that her attempts to make food to bring to class at school had her, Lloyd and Genis avoiding it. It was unfortunately too late to warn the others that tried it, but at least they learned from then.

She tries the sandwich, giving a smile and nod in approval.]

It's good! Even this is--I missed this, with the Seals.

[He breathes the loudest sigh of relief. Thank God! (Martel?? Who did they worship again?)

If they weren't sitting down, he would've flipped in the air with excitement - so as it is, he'll settle for leaning in and kissing her on the cheek. There's no one around, so it isn't technically PDA. Technically.]

I did too. Man, even though I hated campfire cook-outs sometimes, it was great... [When they fight villains on Earth, they don't really cook together. There isn't that same sense of bonding because they have so much to hide, and yet with Colette and Raine and Genis and everyone, he could be himself without any worries.]

[She simply smiles at that relieved sigh, her cheeks flushing a little more regardless of the heat when he leans in to kiss her. It's still so new, new and exciting to experience this. Something so many others likely take for granted, spending time with their special person.]

At least, when Genis was cooking we had pretty good dinners! But I'm not sure we'll have that again. Everyone is busy with their own responsibilities now.

[Which she understands, even if she does miss the group being together like that.]

We're growing up too fast.

[It's half a joke, because Genis is only maybe, what, a 1/16th of an inch taller? Kon also partially means it. Now that Colette's journey is over, they've mostly gone their separate ways, reconvening only for special occasions.]

It's like, we have to make time for each other, but it's not too bad. Just means I get you more to myself.

Maybe. But with everything....it can't be helped.

[After all, none of them exactly had ideal childhoods. Let alone the way things turned out now and in the aftermath of it all with Mithos and reuniting the two worlds once more. There's always work to be done. But he does get a half smile from her with that at least as she considers and munches her sandwich. Trying not to choke as she swallows when he says that last.]

M-mm. I guess so. Try look at the positives from it. Like this. Exactly!

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[Closed] New Days

I can imagine. You'll get there though, Zi!

i hope so ;;

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oh wow nearly a month later, sob go me

No rush.

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