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TDM #34


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« « « ALL ON DISPLAY


It's discouraging to think how many people are shocked by honesty and how few by deceit. Yet, solace is found in the lies we tell each other, comforted by the peace of knowing that we're not alone in our depravity, and once on this path, sin itself becomes the lesser of two evils masked in a cloud of normalcy.

This is how Duplicity has functioned since the beginning. The divide of power and social standing is overt in that Dominants influence the decisions made both publicly and privately while Submissives cater to the rules presented to them. It is the way of Duplicity to assign random designations at birth with no leeway in altering what has been given. Climate in the Up is far stricter than that of the Down; violating outlined personas for a Dominant or Submissive while in full view of others is punished by degree of infraction. In the Down, many tend to turn a blind eye to these sorts of offenses.

To counteract the discovery of the deceit gene – a natural "negative" response to all stimuli – the LIEs program was founded. The program had been designed to introduce new subjects to the current environment and test for the deceit gene through immersion in Duplicity's standing society. Sexual impulses and encounters increase the chances of detecting the gene within these individuals. Participants are typically released from LIEs after a year; however, results have remained unsatisfactory and testing still continues.

... and you're here! Finally! Welcome to Duplicity.

After choosing a door and stepping through to the other side, the first thing that greets you are the enthusiastic faces of people in medical scrubs and pristine lab coats. Their enthusiasm translates to eagerness as they strip you of your clothes to perform a thorough examination—you will be healed, bathed, and given a paper gown to wear until your items can be processed and delivered to your residence later in the evening. You are also given a device that accesses the network as well as the time and location of Orientation.

If you enter Duplicity into the Up, congratulations! You're a Dominant, which means you are immediately picked up by a limo after processing and taken to your high-rise. Here, it is two Dominants per floor with separate apartments. If you enter Duplicity into the Down, congratulations! You're a Submissive, which means you are directed towards public transportation with the address of the motel you'll be living in. Here, it is two Submissives per room with a shared common space for all rooms.

Submissives are provided with a plain black pleather collar to wear and Dominants are given bracelets made of the same black pleather. The simple design is an immediate visual indicator that they have not yet signed a contract and they will be informed that more elaborate or personalized styles are a privilege reserved for those who do.

Enjoy your free time until Orientation! Participation is mandatory for all new and past arrivals.

Winter is here and snow flurries are common in the Up while the slush collects in the Down.



» » » ALL ABOARD




After stepping through the door and participating in Orientation, LIERs are assembled together in the Up for a tour of Duplicity in its entirety. Seats are in pairs and randomly assigned to Dominants and Submissives alike. Traveling from Fiddler's Square, the train journeys through various parts of the Up, showcasing society and examples of lifestyle. Along the way, frequent stops are made; a variety of passengers can be seen exiting and entering the doors. A Dominant with a kneeling Submissive takes a seat near the front of the train at one stop. A small group of Submissives board and sit closer to the LIERs at another, all seemingly content in their roles. As the tour continues through the Up, the train passes close to the Market and White Wall Bridge and zips by North Park before heading into the Down and bypassing Red Wall Bridge and South Park.

The train makes a "final" stop at Riddler's Square, where inhabitants of the Down are instructed to return to their temporary housing. Those who live in the Up are permitted to stay on the train and revisit the same locations while returning.



« « « LOVE IS BLIND



(cw: sensory deprivation, coercion, dub-con/non-con)

One of the workshops at this month's Orientation pairs Dominants with Submissives for an exercise in blind chemistry. Literally — they'll all be blindfolded before meeting their partner and the blindfolds must stay on! They will be encouraged to explore with their other senses, such as touch and taste. Kissing is the bare minimum of what's expected, though no one will stop them should they want to take things further…

Each pair will get around 10-15 minutes together (unless they really hit things off) before switching to a new partner.

Some participants may also be tapped for a secondary exercise in which Submissives remain blindfolded, while Dominants are not. Dominants may do as they wish with them and may choose whether to keep their partner or swap blindfolded Subs back and forth with other Dominants.



» » » DASHING THROUGH THE SNOW


(cw: aphrodisiacs, public sex)

With fresh snowfall blanketing the city in white, a festive winter feeling still hangs in the crisp air. Throughout the Up there are horse-drawn sleigh rides being offered on discount to Dominants and their Submissives to enjoy. Newcomers are also given tickets at Orientation in their goodie bags to use for a ride, so long as they do it with someone else, whether it be a person of the opposite designation or even as a Submissive pair. Just no pairs of Dominants! Sit back, relax, and cuddle up close to your companion as you listen to the sleigh bells and the muffled clip clop of horse hooves through the snow.

The weather is finally cold enough for Duplicity's outdoor skating rink to open for the season and it does so with free skate rentals, so long as skaters attend as a Dom/Sub pair. It's common to see pairs skating together, holding hands, or Submissives dutifully on their knees to help lace the skates of their Dominants. Those who don't have a partner to skate with are not so subtly encouraged to find one by the staff. There is a small coffee stand inside adjacent to the skate rental counter that sells snacks and warm drinks, most of them laced with mild aphrodisiacs. Pay no mind to those who decide to warm themselves up in other ways in the stalls of the locker rooms — there's plenty of room for everyone.

The New Year seems to leave people in high spirits and it isn't uncommon to see citizens of all ages playing in the snow together, whether it be making snowmen (some rather well-endowed), snow angels, or whipping snowballs at one another. The fun seems to be infectious and, even if you're not the type to indulge in such frivolity, you may find yourself compelled to. The more one plays in the snow, the stronger the urge to warm up with someone else may become.



« « « MERRY AND BRIGHT


(cw: aphrodisiacs, dub-con, sadomasochism, altered mental states, sexual compulsions, excessive fluids, spontaneous orgasms, bondage, cockwarming)

Snowflakes are falling on the tents and stalls of the annual winter market that lines the streets around Fiddler's Square. Strings of light criss-cross the square, providing a cheerful glow against gray winter skies and the cold nights, and there are tables set up in the street itself for people to sit and chat while having a snack — if they can stand the cold. Booths selling everything from soaps, scented lotions, candles, jewelry and other crafts to colorful bondage gear and winter themed sex toys are arranged in neat, easy to navigate rows.

The most popular food and beverage stalls are giving away free half-size samples — in limited quantities, get them while you can!

  • Candy Cane - Licking these sweet candy rods will quickly make characters want to lick all kinds of other things — depending on the amount consumed, this may be silly or sexual.
  • Hot Chocolate - Comes in three flavors: milk chocolate increases masochism, dark chocolate increases sadism, and cinnamon spice increases either dominance or submission in accordance with one's designation.
  • Eggnog - May cause heavy production of sexual fluids, a desire to be filled or covered with someone else's cream, or all of the above.
  • Mulled Wine - Leaves one feeling warm and aroused and compelled to engage in dirty talk.
  • Toffee - Sticks to your teeth, doesn't it? Characters will become incredibly clingy, both physically and emotionally.
  • White Chocolate Cranberry Tart - This is an odd one. Those who consume it will find themselves suddenly orgasming from unexpected stimuli. Maybe it happens when they laugh, when they get into an argument, or even when the breeze hits them just right. The only consistent factor is that it wouldn't normally be considered something sexual.

    These effects tend to last an hour or two and may, in some cases, linger for up to a full day.

    Meanwhile, if you're looking for something a little more lasting in terms of warmth, why not try one of the booths hawking some winter accessories? Ranging from thick, plush scarves to soft mittens, there's nothing out of the ordinary about these offerings, at least at first. Those who do make a purchase might find their new knitwear comes with some unexpected urges, ones that only become more pressing the longer these items are worn and will persist even after their removal.

    Scarves, for instance, will make the individual suddenly compelled to participate in some bondage (either giving or receiving), while anyone wearing mittens will experience a sudden and insatiable desire to engage in some type of fingering — even if it's not exactly specified where. Meanwhile, if you happen to be donning a winter hat, you could very well find yourself facing the urge to pursue some… warming, either with one particular body part or a more general exchange of sharing heat with someone else. It's cold out there!

    The best thing anyone can do right now is bundle up and snuggle up. Effects from the winter wear will last until the specific desire is sated, and after that, there'll be nothing out of the ordinary about these knitted purchases at all.



  • » » » MOD & OOC NOTES



    Please read carefully.

    On each Test Drive Meme, there will be a section noting character roles; these will vary each TDM. On an IC level, characters will still have gone through the doors but the assignments are OOCly randomized. When applying, there is a section of the application that denotes whether the character chooses "left" or "right." When participating on the TDM, there will be a third option. Players may link either a top level or a thread (five or more comments from their character) from the TDM and title the link as "Door Pass." This means that the player is choosing to take the designation that they were randomly assigned on the TDM, rather than taking the designation of a door. If the player decides to select a door rather than use the pass, then they are trying their luck; they may get the same designation they had on the TDM or the opposite. Once the application is submitted, players can't change their choice.

    To assign roles to characters for this TDM, use the following guide:

    If your character is more inclined to fight, they are a Dominant. If your character is more inclined toward flight, they are a Submissive.

    To Note: Characters can only swap their designation for one of the following reasons: an event occurs that allows it or there are OOC reasons that make it a necessity. Any swap always requires mod approval and each character can only ever switch once. Characters that are being reapped will keep their previous designation but players can choose to tag on new TDMs with different designations for fun!

    Test Drive threads can be used as activity proofs for characters currently in-game.

    Please remember to mark any necessary content, and have fun!!




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    terrariums: (143)

    [personal profile] terrariums 2024-02-15 01:35 am (UTC)(link)
    When Floyd crashes into the wall of the skating rink, the chuckle that reaches his ears is undoubtedly that of his brother. His gloved hand up against his mouth to politely pretend to hide it from the public. He clearly wouldn't be laughing at his poor, dear brother... surely not.

    Except for the fact that when their eyes meet, there's a smile behind his eyes that's far more amused than the polite one on his lips. "I believe you are heading in the incorrect direction, Floyd. You might run into someone important."
    flameinthedarkness: (Angry 01)

    Love is Blind

    [personal profile] flameinthedarkness 2024-02-15 01:40 am (UTC)(link)
    Ehhhhh! Another one of these things. Still, not the worse they've had done to them, even if it's a little annoying with fumbling around. And being forced into this in the first place. Isn't he doing enough as it is?! WTF? Just how much more does the City want them to fuck around?! Should he be keeping a tally or something? Heh, try for a high score, heehee~.

    Even if he doesn't have a choice in this, Idia knows better than to argue against this all. The consequences are worse than the action forced upon them. It's just... so awkward! Reaching out blindly! Siighhh.

    And yet as they are shuffled around again to another partner, and they start to speak... wait. Seriously?! Idia frowning behind his own blindfold at a voice he knows, but hasn't heard for awhile. However there's no 'welcome back' or happiness to hear Jade, instead annoyance, "OMFG, will you stop vanishing?! You have any clue how disruptive it's been?!" As if Jade has any control over this happening to him.
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    [personal profile] terrariums 2024-02-15 01:48 am (UTC)(link)
    "Idia-san?" His voice is surprised, though not terribly. After all, he was expecting to run into his former-boss again eventually... although under the intention of working for him again if his position was still available. Yet to be put into this particular situation does amuse him a little.

    "Have I been here before?" He lies as his gloved hand takes hold of an overly thin, pale wrist. Already clearly far too comfortable with what the city so often used to demand of him.
    Edited 2024-02-15 01:48 (UTC)
    flameinthedarkness: (Annoyed 03)

    you bitch

    [personal profile] flameinthedarkness 2024-02-15 01:56 am (UTC)(link)
    Oh. Wait. What?! Ahhh damnit! Idia had just assumed it was the same Jade, that it would be the one who had been here before returning, not the chance that... well...

    He would be replaced with one with no memories of Duplicity.

    Fuck.

    Idia freezing for a moment... before a sigh as he realized his error of assuming. "Oh. My bad. I mean, yeah, in a sense." Caught up in his own grumbling that he jumps at the touch to his wrist, then relaxing again. He hates this! Well, ok, blindfolds are a little fun... but only in a setting with someone he's comfortable with! Not just jammed into a room with someone at random!

    Or less random in this case. But still. "Ah... so... I guess you get the idea of the City then?"
    terrariums: (62)

    😊

    [personal profile] terrariums 2024-02-15 02:08 am (UTC)(link)
    "Yes, I have heard the gist of things. Others I have encountered have recognized me as well." And he hadn't played with them in such a way, but... they weren't quite as expressive as Idia was, so it was far less fun to play with them. Although Floyd has always been a special and different case. He's sure that when he encounters him it will end rather painfully, though.

    A gloved thumb traces along the thin curve of the gamer's hand. Impressed at how easy it is to feel the bones beneath his thin skin. He would hardly be a meal if they were underwater, but in Duplicity... he's sure there is someone who would have a thing for someone just like him. Oh well. He might as well ask a question or two to gather his own thoughts of how long he's been gone. "Have you been here long?"
    flameinthedarkness: (Calm 10)

    [personal profile] flameinthedarkness 2024-02-15 02:34 am (UTC)(link)
    Was... was Jade always this bold before? Like before Duplicity? Not that Idia ever got close enough that way to find out. Or is he seeing this as a 'hunt'? Idia shaking his head at that thought, all too aware of how the twins enjoyed such things. Well, at least Idia isn't as jumpy as he once was, and... it was why they were here.

    Even if it's going to be a little weird to do anything with a Jade who has no memory of any of this.

    ...they've even done blindfold stuff before. Just, Idia was the only one wearing one...

    Mulling silently to himself for a moment, Idia reaches out his free hand, outwards to find Jade's form, finding a shoulder and slipping his fingers to rest around the side of the other's neck. "A year. Like, officially last month. Became part of their graduate program or whatever they call it." Just means he has extra requirements to do each month.
    eelusive: (♏ you sleepyhead)

    [personal profile] eelusive 2024-02-15 02:45 am (UTC)(link)
    Meanwhile, Floyd stares straight through that innocent facade and right to his twin's stupid, rotten little core. "Shut up! I know where I'm going!" he shrieks as he struggles to stand back up on his feet. Why would he hold onto the railing? That would be too intelligent.

    "Ngh-- Soon as I get over there, you're shark bait." While Floyd does manage to prop a foot up, there's zero traction to hold his stance and he immediately falls straight down into the splits.

    ... Predictably, whining ensues. "Jaaade!!"
    terrariums: (16)

    [personal profile] terrariums 2024-02-15 03:10 am (UTC)(link)
    "Oya, oya~ Floyd... you may break something vital if you stretch in such a way." He doesn't make any move to help, however, instead leaning on his fist as he looks down at his twin over the railing and enjoying the protection of his legs and ankles thanks to the waist-high wall between them.

    "It would hardly benefit a Submissive like ourselves to lose our human extremities here."
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    [personal profile] terrariums 2024-02-15 03:19 am (UTC)(link)
    "An entire year... How difficult to imagine." Though he had left shortly after Idia's first arrival, the thought of returning to Duplicity 'so soon' is odd. Almost as if it could only handle Jade and Floyd existing together there for so long... though others often come and go, too. "Is anyone else from our school here?"

    His head tilts at the touch, exposing just a bit more of his throat from the collar of his shirt. "Your hand is surprisingly cool to the touch." His own free hand comes forward to grab find Idia's waist as he moves himself a step closer. "Though I suppose after a year even you would be used to things like this..."
    eelusive: (♏ let me see your mean)

    [personal profile] eelusive 2024-02-15 03:27 am (UTC)(link)
    Floyd frowns a very deep frown and swings his legs back around so he can settle himself on his stomach. This is way different from the ice floes back home. It’s more like maneuvering on a freshly polished basketball court.

    Eventually though, he does concede to gripping the wall for balance… and promptly uses it to help vault himself up and over. If Jade doesn’t get out of the way, he’s very likely to have a twin brother trying to climb and cling to whichever part of his body he reaches first.

    “Come here!”
    flameinthedarkness: (Calm 01)

    [personal profile] flameinthedarkness 2024-02-15 03:42 am (UTC)(link)
    Oh! Ah, ok? Ok. Still, "Were you always this forward?" Jade seemed much more hands off than Floyd was back at NRC... but that may just come down to the fact Floyd is SO hands on that it hides Jade's actions.

    "Ah, Floyd? Floyd's here. Sure you'll find out soon enough. Cater, Silver. That's it for now, but never know when people will show up. Or vanish. It's total RNG."

    Ugh, they were going to get into trouble if they don't start doing something soon, aren't they? Like... gassed with aphro or something, and then they wouldn't have control at all and... sighhh, this place. More frowning behind his blindfold as Idia mentally realizes that they really can't just stand around talking, action as needed. As weird as this feels. But... weird is the norm here. His fingers trailing upwards, tracing Jade's jaw to gently seek out the edge of his lips with Idia's fingertips, to get an idea of his face in this blindness. "Gotta if wanna survive here. If you're lucky can do more than just survive."
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    [personal profile] theflashyfool 2024-02-15 09:35 am (UTC)(link)
    [He wasn't expecting her to lean over and lick the cane right in his hand and it gets a brief arched brow, followed by an amused huff. Well, he's not complaining about it -- not when she's cute.

    ... And apparently mute? Huh.]


    Yeah. Buggy the Clown, actually. [A pause.] Just Buggy here, I suppose.

    [He hasn't quite made a name for himself, but he'll work on that.]

    Kimiko. That's a nice name. [And also-- very not submissive, huh? He looks around to make sure no one is paying too much attention to them, not overly so.]

    You wanna walk around and see what else this pace has to offer? [Or--] I hear there's skating.
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    [personal profile] theflashyfool 2024-02-15 09:51 am (UTC)(link)
    Is it?

    [There's a smack to that hand when it finds his nose. He's lucky he's Shanks and no one else or else he'd have probably been a lot more violent than just that.]

    How so?
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    [personal profile] pricelesstears 2024-02-16 12:12 am (UTC)(link)
    "Is that so?" Jouno asks, raising a hand to his chin. "I hadn't considered the health benefits." Jouno himself didn't need better blood circulation or an increase in energy with his military enhancements, but he could certainly see the appeal in the blend. "Idia-san... is your boss, isn't he?" Jouno has spoken to him once now. "I hope he's amenable to the suggestion. Such a rejuvenating blend could only do wonders for the shop."

    It'd certainly be better than the things that Jouno had been drugged with while drinking there.
    bandagedfool: (4)

    Merry and Bright

    [personal profile] bandagedfool 2024-02-16 12:32 am (UTC)(link)
    Prone to wandering, a certain man had been gathering all the free samples he could, piling them into his pockets. Not to try them now, no, not in public. He knew better than to do that, especially when alone, without a single soul he could trust to make sure he didn't get himself into a dangerous situation. Then again, there were plenty of pretty people here who he wouldn't mind getting involved with... especially with his own Dominant ignoring him.

    Only, his eyes manage to catch a glimpse of someone who didn't fit in in this world, and Dazai's attention is immediately drawn in. Someone he recognized, someone who he'd been around for so long in their own world. Someone who, probably, believed he was doing a good job of hiding in the shadows.

    A casual yet sneaky approach is what Dazai takes, only stopping when he's practically beside the man who blended into the shadows so thoroughly.

    "Akutagawa-kun," He makes his presence known with a simple mention of the other's name, a hand holding something out. An offering - a piece of toffee. Dazai knew nothing of the effects of the sugary offering. More, trying to break the ice. "Didn't expect to see you here."
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    merry and bright (Akuuuuu!! <3)

    [personal profile] pricelesstears 2024-02-16 12:46 am (UTC)(link)
    Wearing his Sin Guard uniform, Jouno is out on patrol for the day when he notices that someone is walking through the market in what seems to be cycles. Routine policework has always been boring to Jouno, who desperately misses his military title back home, but the behavior is suspicious enough to catch his attention and warrant something that he does enjoy -- an interrogation.

    He waits until Akutagawa stops pacing the place to speak up to him, a crooked smile on his lips. "You've walked the market several times now," he notes. "Are you lost?"

    [ ooc|| I figure since they never met in canon, Jouno has no way to recognize him as from his world!! It's up to you if you want Aku to recognize Jouno as a hunting dog though. :) I'm game for anything. ]
    ktizo: (🎵 believing whatever)

    merry and bright

    [personal profile] ktizo 2024-02-16 01:18 am (UTC)(link)
    Hythlodaeus notes the man walking along the marketplace over and over again, but doesn't bother to approach directly. He finds a stall selling plain hot chocolate with no added effects and goes to sit at a bench instead, which happens to be close by where Akutagawa finally settles.

    He takes a sip, then glances over to Akutagawa's quiet spot.

    "You seem a little lost. Are you?"
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    [personal profile] bloody_road 2024-02-16 01:47 am (UTC)(link)
    Admittedly, he hadn't expected to cross paths with any familiar faces but he had noticed the other approaching only turning when Dazai was beside him. "I could say the same for you, Dazai-san." His voice is neutral, gaze focusing on Dazai.

    He does take the candy, slips it into a pocket for later. "Did you just arrive recently as well?"

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    Re: merry and bright (Akuuuuu!! <3)

    [personal profile] bloody_road 2024-02-16 01:49 am (UTC)(link)
    "Unfamiliar with my surroundings, but I wouldn't say lost. I know the way back to where I'm currently sleeping." He answers, gaze taking in the uniform.

    "Are you what passes for law enforcement here?"
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    Re: merry and bright

    [personal profile] bloody_road 2024-02-16 01:52 am (UTC)(link)
    "Not lost, no." He's aware of where he is, but he's also been focusing on the people more than the stalls, seeing the effects of the food and drink being sold.
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    [personal profile] rockypath 2024-02-16 03:15 am (UTC)(link)
    It is a mind fuck-- and I only had a year's worth of memories to deal with from when I was here the first time. [Laces tightened and tied, Faith pushes herself to her feet, getting used to the feel of the blades underneath her feet. At least she'd been rollerblading before so it's not an entirely new feeling. Still, give her a second.

    Once she's ready, she holds a hand back out to Buffy, giving her a tentative smile.]
    Well, at least there's some good memories in there, yeah? [Dystopian sex city notwithstanding, Faith has good memories of her and Buffy. Outside of the hiccup with her not telling Buffy what she'd done, of course.]
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    [personal profile] pricelesstears 2024-02-16 03:21 am (UTC)(link)
    "More or less," Jouno replies. "You must be new to the city then." There's a slight hint of disappointment in Jouno's tone. So much for a suspicious individual that needed to be dealt with -- someone new was par for the course.
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    [personal profile] shidareume 2024-02-17 01:40 am (UTC)(link)
    [ Tetchou's hearing is not nearly as sharp as Jouno's, but he can hear the click of the switchblade, the sound of fabric behind him. When he is fighting, that's all he can focus on: the moves of his opponent, no matter who that is, and having his vision gone makes it a touch harder, yes, but Tetchou is no less sharp with his movements.

    He whips towards the sound, though Tetchou knows Jouno will likely expect the movement, considering his skill with using his ability to outmaneuver opponents.

    And he has no issue blocking a knife with his body. ]


    That was only the first move. You're acting as though you've won.

    [ Unconcerned about a mere switchblade, Tetchou keeps coming. Unable to use more precise movements, he uses his whole body in an attempt to catch hold of Jouno anywhere he can. ]
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    [personal profile] pricelesstears 2024-02-17 01:49 am (UTC)(link)
    [ The switchblade sinks into Tetchou's flesh, and Jouno twists the blade. It's a simple knife -- it won't stop Tetchou but Jouno can't deny that it feels good to stab him. Some of his frustration from being without Tetchou seems to ebb and flow away.

    The grin on his face is wicked even as Tetchou catches ahold of him. He can disappear in an instant if he so chooses. He isn't worried about what Tetchou can do to him like this.
    ]

    Without your blade, you're completely useless.
    shidareume: (pic#15507851)

    [personal profile] shidareume 2024-02-17 01:54 am (UTC)(link)
    [ If Tetchou were a normal human, it would hurt, but it barely stings. Not because the damage isn't real, but because he's used to this sort of thing, pain threshold long ago having been stretched past what an ordinary man might find his limit.

    And with the knife there, Jouno will have to pull it out. Tetchou considers this an advantage, twisting his arm to try and wrench it from Jouno's grip. ]


    Do you think me incapable of using my hands?

    [ He seeks out the back of Jouno's neck, though it's less easy to pinpoint when he can't see. ]