LOG II:: Flashback. Summer Texts. {Jehan, Courfeyrac.}

[holdmyflowerbaby]

{DAY 32}

Hey, it's been a while, you. Summer's nearly over, huh? Any exciting last minute plans, feelings on how your summer's gone on the whole? Excited to return? (I bet not, LOL.)

Comments

[holdmyflowerbaby]

Okay, you're right. That is fair.

[If, you know, also heartbreaking because he'll have to look at it.

But sending his address in return, fine.]

[ohmyyy]

[ At least you'll only have to look at it for a few days; Marcel imagines jam can last for 5ever. :'| ]

Thank you! ♥

[holdmyflowerbaby]

We shouldn't use hearts, either.

[ohmyyy]

Oh, I use these all the time, though?

[ How to make that sound less bad... ]

It's just friendly, you know?

[ ... Failure. ]

Like an extra smilie, only a heart.

Affectionate, like how you can like someone as just a friend.

Like, not love. Hearts, not uh ... Souls?

Kinda the same idea?

[ Stops himself because more texts clearly aren't helping sobs. ]

[holdmyflowerbaby]

...Right.

You're right. Thank you for explaining.

[ohmyyy]

No problem. :)

[ Refraining from a heart this time.

... Wait does that make it seem like even he doesn't believe in his own explanation? Shit. ]

♥

See? Ubiquitous. :D

[holdmyflowerbaby]

Your heart generally is, so I hear.

[ohmyyy]

I can't help that it's a big one!

Everyone deserves to have someone love and care for them, even if just in a passerby's smile, wouldn't you say?

Compassion for everyone - our world would be much more peaceful that way, I think. :)

[holdmyflowerbaby]

What a Nice Guy (TM).

:)

[ohmyyy]

[ …;; ]

Well, that's a bit harsh. :(

[holdmyflowerbaby]

I dunno, I guess I think-- [Well. No, he shouldn't say that. That this felt a bit harsh, and Marcel didn't have to rub in how little he cared.] --you can handle it.

Stone in glass houses, and all? As you said many moons ago, you're not one to be tied down to one person, but you are a product for the masses; and you view it as compassionate giving, giving yourself to people.

It sounds a little arrogant, anyway. Just as a protip, from someone who might not like women that way, but who I think maybe gets that some of their ideas about romance are a little more sacred than that.

I mean, you even like fedoras, Marcel. I'm just saying, you're veering into NG territory. As a fair and gentle warning, from your 'bro'.

[ohmyyy]

I only meant it to mean that we don't have to stop being affectionate just because we're friends only now... I'm sorry that it came out arrogantly. :<

But I appreciate your honesty. Thank you! I'll need all the help I can get with the ladies, and if what you say is true, then I'd be remiss to ignore a good friend's advice. :)

But what IS wrong with fedoras? They can be worn to look fetching, and not at all like the Nice Guys meme, if done right!

[holdmyflowerbaby]

I dunno... I guess I'd have to see for myself??? Selfie time, I think.

[Easing up a little...

Before deciding to indeed play the part of the friend. Deep breath.]

And I'll need some advice I'm return, mon ami. S'il tu plait?

[ohmyyy]

[ Shortly thereafter, a photo of Marcel in a fedora and a suit, with the hat cocked just so, imitating Frank Sinatra, ofc. u_u ]

You just have to class it up with the proper suit, is all~!

[ Piqued by that. Blinking at his phone a bit. ]

Of course - absolutely anything for you, Jehan. :x

[holdmyflowerbaby]

[An hones to goodness laugh, fond and warm, thumbing over the picture.]

Radiant-- and very old school. You look like a classic gentleman. I hope you plan to put that outfit to use?

[And a deep breath. Okay.]

Since you're the versed-one in flirting, some advice for how to pick up a guy, then? If you tried monogamy and didn't like it, then who knows. Maybe I could get into one night stands. I've been thinking about visiting a bar, or something-- but I have no idea how that works. Help? How do you seduce strangers lol?

[ohmyyy]

Maybe one day! I don't know, not many people appreciate the classics quite so much anymore…

[ Breath catching a bit there, and a hand to his mouth for a few moments. He shifted to try to ease his discomfort. ]

Hm! That's a good question, since I never really think about it; I just do it.

Let's see.

Well, for starters, going out and being open to it is a good first step! Having a reliable wingman also does wonders. It's like going out and meeting new friends, but letting physical attraction rule your senses instead of just the mental.

But to be honest, if you aren't that type of guy, don't try to force yourself to be. What you have is beautiful and pure and rare, Jehan, and that's what makes you so charming.

As glad as I am that you're feeling curious about it, I suggest you refrain from trying to go so far out of your comfort zone like that - you'll just end up unhappy, I know it. :(

[holdmyflowerbaby]

That's a pity! You should find someone who does. I think you look dashing.

[A pause there, reading it over twice, frowning a little.]

Well, you went outside of your comfort zone...

It's worth a try, isn't it? Before we go back to school and I resume the search for my forever-someone, to at least have some know how about how to actually attract people.

All of my wingmen (read: bahorel) are too frightening. If you go alone, what do you do/wear that works? Taking notes!

[ohmyyy]

Well then I'll have to wear it for you again one day~ ;D

I suppose. But you're plenty attractive as you are - you're one of those people who don't actually have to try hard at all. Lucky! :)

Oh man, notes? You must be real serious about this. XD

Umm well… I wear one of my favourite outfits and I just chat with people? I dunno lol!

[ Holding back, he'd realize, and feeling a bit guilty for it. ]

Let's see, okay. When *I* want to go out and attract other men specifically, I like to wear outfits that appeal to them - guys tend to have a certain type, but close-fitted (read: tight) clothing tends to be a universal turn on for them.

I play up my charm and coquettishness, so lots of compliments and shy but not overt touches to the arm to test to see if the guy opens up and turns into you instead of staying closed off or getting disgusted.

… really a lot of it is just reading the person and doing what it is they like, I guess.

[holdmyflowerbaby]

I guess I'd have to promise you a dance then... apologies in advance to your feet. (And eyes.)

...That's all good advice, but I dunno! You're not actually really that shy... aren't they surprised when they find out you're opposite?

[Jehan: Does not get the point of a 1NS, oops.]

It also sounds like that's gearing up to bottom. :P But okay, check! Shopping trip for tight jeans and a shirt.

[ohmyyy]

No apologies necessary - you'll be the prince of the dance floor, I'm sure of it, since you always are. ♥

Well, sometimes it doesn't matter so much, and other times they're glad to find out something new about me, haha. Also, shy doesn't mean less talkative, per se! x)

Shopping ahhh! I wish I could come with you ;-;

LOL ah yes, well you just have to choose the right type of person, then, right? I thought you were totally a bottom to begin with, but after being with you, I quickly found out otherwise. XD

If you want to come off more aggressive, then you'll have to be confident and obvious about your interest - offer to buy the guy a drink, show you're interested in getting to know him better.

But since it's just a 1NS, just be careful not to let him get too attached! You only want their company for a night, not a long term relationship - just keep that in mind.

[holdmyflowerbaby]

Okay... offer to buy a drink, be confident and aggressive. Got it. Difficult in tight clothing, but I'll try!!

Right. Just sex. Mhm.

[He can do this. Really.]

Gonna brb, taking the bike to go shopping! Words I never thought I'd type.

[ohmyyy]

The tight clothing helps with the image that you're a gay male who's looking! An essential~

Again, you don't have to do this if you don't feel
Comfortable with it. Plenty of people get by without ever having a 1NS, you know. :/

Haha, okay. Ride safely! Send me pics!!

[holdmyflowerbaby]

[And hour later, he will be sending you a torso-to-hip shot of a tight black v-neck, an embellished (vegan, naturally) leather jacket, and tight dark-wash jeans with oxford loafers.]

The shop lady says this looks okay?

[ohmyyy]

[ … oh god. ]

Wow.

*I'd* bang you on the spot. /whistles

[holdmyflowerbaby]

Let me buy you a drink first~

;)


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