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Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 4h

"True. I imagine they agree to it."

One of them walked over as Alex removed his shoes, leading them to a table for two.

"Wanting to try something special? Not really much unique since it's more about atmosphere."

Saffire Ryuuzaki 🍵 @digitalmutantxv.bsky.social · 5h

He walked in and was made sure to be careful about not bumping into any art pieces are furniture, but it looked like a traditional tea house in which Saffire smiled at the overall presentation.

“Oh… Hehe, trust me I don’t mind. It’s the way they want it to be, you know?”

He said quietly.

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

+sit on cushions the tatami mat floor, delicate looking cups and pots, and waitstaff dressed traditionally including the women in full makeup.

"I do wish they'd compromise on the makeup but I guess they worry it will be jarring."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 4h

"Ah. Yeah. I wasn't planning to buy but I guess temptation happens."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 5h

“I was doubting that you had the money currently to go to that kind of store, is all.” he shrugged.

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

"Ah. Well, that does make a lot more sense."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

"Ah. Well, that does make a lot more sense."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 5h

“Oh, yes. Lots of them. I had planned to just teach you using mine.”

He hummed softly.

“This works probably easier.”

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

"Well...I know there's other high tech stuff I haven't experienced yet. There has to be stores for that. Right?"

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

"Well...I know there's other high tech stuff I haven't experienced yet. There has to be stores for that. Right?"

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 5h

“Hm… Well…”

He thought for a moment, his lips pursing a bit as he did.

“I’m unsure… What sort of places do you enjoy?”

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

Well...that backfired...

"No place you think I should visit?"

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Kal-El @the-man-of-steel.bsky.social · 10d

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Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

Well...that backfired...

"No place you think I should visit?"

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 21h

“Really? Still? Hm… Then, I suppose I’ll just walk you back to the shrine?”

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 21h

"Oh."

He blinked, looking out the window.

"I'm...not sure. I haven't explored that much yet."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

+sit on cushions the tatami mat floor, delicate looking cups and pots, and waitstaff dressed traditionally including the women in full makeup.

"I do wish they'd compromise on the makeup but I guess they worry it will be jarring."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 5h

"Teahouse it is."

Alex did seem to be almost lighter than before, a bounce in his step as he lead the way. The pink haired man really did love his job.

Through all the traditional door, he walked up to one, pulling it opened. It did look more like a teahouse from old art. Tables where you had to+

Saffire Ryuuzaki 🍵 @digitalmutantxv.bsky.social · 21h

"Hoho! I feel as though the tea house and the manga store would be perfect! I have a collection of manga comics in my room, Makoto got me into some of the stories."

He nodded with a smile.

"But first, I think we should do the tea house."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"Well, if you want to see the bathroom, better for last. There's other places. Toy shops, restaurants, a bookstore, places that serve only sweets to go, the traditional teahouse. Not all are traditional, just in preserving the original buildings. Like there's model shops and a manga store..."

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Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 21h

"Oh."

He blinked, looking out the window.

"I'm...not sure. I haven't explored that much yet."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 22h

Ume let out a hum, taking a glance out the café window.

“It seems to have stopped raining for now. Anywhere else you wish to stop by?”

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"That is very fair."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"That is very fair."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 22h

“Who knows? Let’s not test it, yeah?”

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

He couldn't help a laugh at that.

"I would hope it wouldn't get that big."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"Thank you... I...honestly am very happy."

His Rebirth @techieg0d.bsky.social · 22h

"I am glad, you deserve this chance."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"And it's such a relief..."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"Well, if you want to see the bathroom, better for last. There's other places. Toy shops, restaurants, a bookstore, places that serve only sweets to go, the traditional teahouse. Not all are traditional, just in preserving the original buildings. Like there's model shops and a manga store..."

Saffire Ryuuzaki 🍵 @digitalmutantxv.bsky.social · 22h

"I believe so too! Oh yeah... I guess I can see your town more now that I've visited the shrine, anything you'd like to show me personally?"

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

He couldn't help a soft laugh, smiling brightly.

"I think I'll like that. I mean I think it would be great for you. I certainly find it very soothing."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

He couldn't help a laugh at that.

"I would hope it wouldn't get that big."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 22h

He snorted at that.

“If you do, I think my ego would get so big it would crush you.” he rolled his eyes.

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"You did... And trying not to sound like a broken record by constantly thanking you."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"And it's such a relief..."

His Rebirth @techieg0d.bsky.social · 22h

"Now you are free to be yourself and to explore WHO you are."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"It is... The other side of the family is where you get the 'fun' gods. Wine, passion. The kind of stuff I wasn't allowed."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"You did... And trying not to sound like a broken record by constantly thanking you."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 22h

“Mmh… Well, I’m glad you think so, then. I’m happy to have helped.”

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"You did, though. By directing me to the shrine."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"It is... The other side of the family is where you get the 'fun' gods. Wine, passion. The kind of stuff I wasn't allowed."

His Rebirth @techieg0d.bsky.social · 22h

"Geeze, sounds boring..."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"Not a demi. He's one of the godly children of the sun and the earth. The...stricter side of the family. Aunt Luna and Uncle Marino are a lot...more gentle."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"You did, though. By directing me to the shrine."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 22h

“I just don’t think I’ve ever been told that I gave someone a new purpose before. It’s… I don’t think I’m 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 kind in order to accomplish that.”

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"How aren't you? With all you've done for me so far."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"Not a demi. He's one of the godly children of the sun and the earth. The...stricter side of the family. Aunt Luna and Uncle Marino are a lot...more gentle."

His Rebirth @techieg0d.bsky.social · 22h

".... that Demi might get smited..."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"Maybe someday... Right now, the people fear them. More my half-brother that is allowed to curse mortals...."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"Maybe someday... Right now, the people fear them. More my half-brother that is allowed to curse mortals...."

His Rebirth @techieg0d.bsky.social · 22h

"They might... or your bio father might be forgotten."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"...Should be mine dying. I-I mean....my birth one... ...Feels weird being able to even think that without pain."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

He couldn't help a soft laugh, smiling brightly.

"I think I'll like that. I mean I think it would be great for you. I certainly find it very soothing."

Saffire Ryuuzaki 🍵 @digitalmutantxv.bsky.social · 22h

"Right!"

Saffire got right to it, ringing the bell and allowing the process to be completed.

"I think if I ever have worries occurring within, I'll shall return here! This was an eye opening expereince!"

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 23h

"It is peaceful, isn't it? I used to be a wanderer but I have honestly found peace in this job. Don't forget to ring the bell. I'm not sure if it's magic but I know I feel lighter when I do."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"...Should be mine dying. I-I mean....my birth one... ...Feels weird being able to even think that without pain."

His Rebirth @techieg0d.bsky.social · 22h

'Its the only way I have a family outside my parents... the pantheon practically died before I was born."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"That explains why you seem so comfortable with this multiverse stuff."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"How aren't you? With all you've done for me so far."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 22h

“A new purpose, huh?” he hummed. “You make me sound a lot sweeter than I am.”

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"The man that helped me find a new purpose in life... Not much confusing about that."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"That explains why you seem so comfortable with this multiverse stuff."

His Rebirth @techieg0d.bsky.social · 22h

"Oh trust me, I was laying on my floor a week after I became aware... it took my little brother to get me to eat."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"I know... It feels weird. Everyone version of me was so...certain. On the same path. Now it's unsettling being aware of alternates..."

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 22h

"The man that helped me find a new purpose in life... Not much confusing about that."

Ume Satou 📿 佐藤梅 @virtuousinsect.bsky.social · 23h

“Good, good.” he gave a small nod. “She’ll probably be confused about who I am, but oh well.” he laughed.

Alexander Olivieri @alexsonofthesun.bsky.social · 23h

He gave a soft laugh.

"I likely will."

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☆*:. 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐆 — quote bot @thenatalog.bsky.social · 22h

there was so much more he wanted to say 、so much he wanted to do 、but time was not on his side .

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