[ Yuji can admit that things could be worse. He could’ve had no home and no friends, with no future - but he did well and worked hard and now he’s studying. Maybe it would be better if he didn’t have to work so hard, but that’s not really the mindset that he has - he doesn’t mind putting in one hundred percent if it means he’ll succeed in the end.
Fushiguro had already been such a big help, and having the chance to enjoy himself outside of school and work is a blessing itself. Being able to spend a little time with someone as handsome - and as kind seeming - as this Nanami-san was excellent too, and he’s enjoying himself.
Even if they’re just talking about school. ]
Yeah, it’s like that! So I need my jobs to pay for my apartment and groceries, that kind of thing. It could be worse, though, so I can’t be mad about it!
[ Or he could, but Yuji isn’t like that…
His smile softens as he watches Nanami. He wants to know more about him, too… ]
There’s a coffee shop, ‘Lots a Latte’? I work there. And then I clean the store below my apartment at night.
[ things can always be worse. things can also always be better. Nanami can see that Yuji is doing the best he can in his current situation. still he believes that the young man could do better with a few adjustments. it's not really his place to say anything, though, but he could have a word with Fushiguro sometime regarding his interesting friend he's made.
the name of the coffee shop does ring a bell - that kind of name would, wouldn't it? - but Nanami can't quite place it or recall if he's been there before. maybe he's passed by or heard Ijichi talk about it. probably the latter. Kiyotaka does love his caffeine and bad word play. ]
That's a rather tight schedule you have there. It's been a while since I went to uni but I can't imagine that the work load has grown smaller.
[ he also can't imagine coffee shops paying well enough to make it worth anyone's time. so they have to rely on students who can't be too picky yet. ]
I reckon I shouldn't monopolise your time if this is the first break you've had in a long time.
[ It is tight, and Yuji’s had offers from people to help him out, Fushiguro included, but he doesn’t feel right taking them. Megumi had offered to let him move in and he had declined, because the apartment he’s living in is the one he’d picked out with his grandpa before he’d died. The money he earns is his and he’s proud of the work he does, even if it doesn’t seem like much to anyone else.
This is the world he’s made for himself, and he’s not embarrassed or ashamed of the way he lives. He’s finding his own little spots of happiness, and that’s enough for him.
The threat of Nanami leaving has him reaching out without thinking, though, to grab hold of the sleeve of his fancy suit jacket, Yuji’s eyes widening. ]
I don’t mind if you monopolise me! Or - my time, I mean. I’m having a lot of fun talking to you.
[ Then, realising what he’s done, he drops his fingers away shyly. ]
I mean… I- sorry. I don’t want you to leave, that’s all.
[ The laugh is kind of... Cute, actually? Yuji likes it. ]
I wouldn't mind that, if it was someone I liked.
[ Or someone like Nanami, who is seriously interesting and makes Yuji want to give him more of his time. At least he's managed to find a way to get this man to stay at his side for a bit longer, his expression softening briefly before he smiles.
It's exciting, even if it might just be for tonight. It's almost like playing pretend a little. ]
I like to read a little, and I try to play spots whenever I can. Baseball, basketball, that kind of thing. I want to keep fit as well.
[ he's grown so used to people saying one thing and meaning another, or hiding meaning under layers and layers of pleasantries that Yuji's lack of a filter is refreshing. it seems genuine too, that guilelessness that reminds him of someone he used to know.
propping his elbow up on the back of the bench, he rests his cheek against his curled fingers, as he listens. ]
All that as well? That's really impressive.
[ it takes a lot of discipline to maintain that kind of a schedule. Nanami doesn't know a lot of people who would keep up with that. ]
[ Yuji is a poor liar, always has been, people reading through any attempts he makes - mostly because he doesn't think things like lies through and says whatever first thought comes to his mind. It makes problems for everyone if he attempts to fabricate things, and he prefers to tell the truth anyway. Lying feels weird.
The new angle on Nanami's face... Yuji licks his lips absently. ]
It's normal, isn't it? University students are busy.
[ It's not that big a deal to him, since he's used to the hard work. It could be worse? ]
I don't think that. I think... You all have so many things you do, such exciting jobs, even if they seem boring to you. All of it is fascinating when you're someone like me.
[ oh no, oh baby, don't make him go on a rant about how work is SHIT. he only started because he had to and now he's trapped in that hamster wheel (that rakes in a shit ton of money); no slowing down in sight, at least not in the near future.
at some point in life he must have felt the same as Yuji. must have or else he wouldn't be where is he now. regrets? hush, that's not a topic for company as charming as this boy. ]
[ Yuji looks away, a little sheepish - it's embarrassing, to lay himself bare as he sits next to a relative stranger, his cheeks going red. He feels sheepish, especially when he thinks Nanami-san is so cool and interesting, that his own experiences are a little...
Well. Pathetic is a word, isn't it? ]
I'm an orphan, so I didn't get to do a lot of exciting things as a kid, and now I'm so busy that it kind of feels like I'm just floating along until I figure it out. You seem really cool and put together, so of course it's fascinating to see someone like that up close.
You're very kind, but I'm quite boring, I assure you.
[ Nanami doesn't consider himself particularly cool or interesting - the side-effects of more or less growing up alongside one Gojo Satoru - so he doesn't take the small signs of interest from Itadori serious. interest is just a fleeting fancy at these kinds of parties. as soon as they part ways, Nanami is sure the boy will forget this conversation. ]
If you would take a piece of advice from a relative stranger, however, I'd suggest you take some time and figure out what you want for yourself. Being that busy without having an idea why you're doing it can be exhausting, and you're too young to burn out already.
[ Yuji finds him fascinating. This cool, adult male who doesn't seem totally wrapped up in the silly things like Gojo-san was, no matter how Fushiguro supported him. He seems put together, and strong, and the fact that he's been so kind to Yuji isn't something he'd forget.
Leaning back, he hums a little, nodding his head. ]
Right now... It's the only way I can survive. If I stop working or lose my grades I'll be kicked out! So it's fine for now.
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[ maybe it's better to get the suffering out of the way during one's youth when there's more resilience and a higher chance at bouncing back. what's remarkable is how cheerful this young man seems to be despite everything.
before Nanami can say anything else, another man joins them. black hair, black suit, glasses slightly askew on his narrow nose, looking utterly hassled, perhaps near tears as he approaches them with a breathless 'Nanami-san!'. ]
Ah, there you are. I thought you'd ditched me for Ieiri-san again.
[ Nanami rises to his feet to the sound of Ijichi's soft complaints about Gojo and Ieiri. it gets a soft laugh out of Nanami, not entirely unsympathetic, but he knows his PA actually enjoys being harassed by the other two. ]
Young man, it was a pleasure, but I must take my leave now before I turn into a pumpkin.
[ he gives Yuji's shoulder a firm pat, and throws a casual 'don't die from exhaustion, and finish uni, ok?' over his shoulder. ]
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Fushiguro had already been such a big help, and having the chance to enjoy himself outside of school and work is a blessing itself. Being able to spend a little time with someone as handsome - and as kind seeming - as this Nanami-san was excellent too, and he’s enjoying himself.
Even if they’re just talking about school. ]
Yeah, it’s like that! So I need my jobs to pay for my apartment and groceries, that kind of thing. It could be worse, though, so I can’t be mad about it!
[ Or he could, but Yuji isn’t like that…
His smile softens as he watches Nanami. He wants to know more about him, too… ]
There’s a coffee shop, ‘Lots a Latte’? I work there. And then I clean the store below my apartment at night.
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the name of the coffee shop does ring a bell - that kind of name would, wouldn't it? - but Nanami can't quite place it or recall if he's been there before. maybe he's passed by or heard Ijichi talk about it. probably the latter. Kiyotaka does love his caffeine and bad word play. ]
That's a rather tight schedule you have there. It's been a while since I went to uni but I can't imagine that the work load has grown smaller.
[ he also can't imagine coffee shops paying well enough to make it worth anyone's time. so they have to rely on students who can't be too picky yet. ]
I reckon I shouldn't monopolise your time if this is the first break you've had in a long time.
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[ It is tight, and Yuji’s had offers from people to help him out, Fushiguro included, but he doesn’t feel right taking them. Megumi had offered to let him move in and he had declined, because the apartment he’s living in is the one he’d picked out with his grandpa before he’d died. The money he earns is his and he’s proud of the work he does, even if it doesn’t seem like much to anyone else.
This is the world he’s made for himself, and he’s not embarrassed or ashamed of the way he lives. He’s finding his own little spots of happiness, and that’s enough for him.
The threat of Nanami leaving has him reaching out without thinking, though, to grab hold of the sleeve of his fancy suit jacket, Yuji’s eyes widening. ]
I don’t mind if you monopolise me! Or - my time, I mean. I’m having a lot of fun talking to you.
[ Then, realising what he’s done, he drops his fingers away shyly. ]
I mean… I- sorry. I don’t want you to leave, that’s all.
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Do you now?
[ Nanami isn't a dull person, but he knows people tend to be intimidated by his... personality and as such, most are grateful to leave his orbit. ]
Don't say those things about your time lightly. Some people might take your up on it.
[ another soft, good-natured laugh. since his driver is still nowhere to be found, there is no harm in staying a while longer. ]
So what do you do outside of uni and work? If you have time that is.
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I wouldn't mind that, if it was someone I liked.
[ Or someone like Nanami, who is seriously interesting and makes Yuji want to give him more of his time. At least he's managed to find a way to get this man to stay at his side for a bit longer, his expression softening briefly before he smiles.
It's exciting, even if it might just be for tonight. It's almost like playing pretend a little. ]
I like to read a little, and I try to play spots whenever I can. Baseball, basketball, that kind of thing. I want to keep fit as well.
[ This is his tightly packed schedule. ]
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propping his elbow up on the back of the bench, he rests his cheek against his curled fingers, as he listens. ]
All that as well? That's really impressive.
[ it takes a lot of discipline to maintain that kind of a schedule. Nanami doesn't know a lot of people who would keep up with that. ]
We must all seem terribly dull to you.
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The new angle on Nanami's face... Yuji licks his lips absently. ]
It's normal, isn't it? University students are busy.
[ It's not that big a deal to him, since he's used to the hard work. It could be worse? ]
I don't think that. I think... You all have so many things you do, such exciting jobs, even if they seem boring to you. All of it is fascinating when you're someone like me.
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at some point in life he must have felt the same as Yuji. must have or else he wouldn't be where is he now. regrets? hush, that's not a topic for company as charming as this boy. ]
Someone like you?
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[ Yuji looks away, a little sheepish - it's embarrassing, to lay himself bare as he sits next to a relative stranger, his cheeks going red. He feels sheepish, especially when he thinks Nanami-san is so cool and interesting, that his own experiences are a little...
Well. Pathetic is a word, isn't it? ]
I'm an orphan, so I didn't get to do a lot of exciting things as a kid, and now I'm so busy that it kind of feels like I'm just floating along until I figure it out. You seem really cool and put together, so of course it's fascinating to see someone like that up close.
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[ Nanami doesn't consider himself particularly cool or interesting - the side-effects of more or less growing up alongside one Gojo Satoru - so he doesn't take the small signs of interest from Itadori serious. interest is just a fleeting fancy at these kinds of parties. as soon as they part ways, Nanami is sure the boy will forget this conversation. ]
If you would take a piece of advice from a relative stranger, however, I'd suggest you take some time and figure out what you want for yourself. Being that busy without having an idea why you're doing it can be exhausting, and you're too young to burn out already.
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[ Yuji finds him fascinating. This cool, adult male who doesn't seem totally wrapped up in the silly things like Gojo-san was, no matter how Fushiguro supported him. He seems put together, and strong, and the fact that he's been so kind to Yuji isn't something he'd forget.
Leaning back, he hums a little, nodding his head. ]
Right now... It's the only way I can survive. If I stop working or lose my grades I'll be kicked out! So it's fine for now.
that icon 👀👀👀 - wrapping this up so we can move on to the date or something established😏
[ maybe it's better to get the suffering out of the way during one's youth when there's more resilience and a higher chance at bouncing back. what's remarkable is how cheerful this young man seems to be despite everything.
before Nanami can say anything else, another man joins them. black hair, black suit, glasses slightly askew on his narrow nose, looking utterly hassled, perhaps near tears as he approaches them with a breathless 'Nanami-san!'. ]
Ah, there you are. I thought you'd ditched me for Ieiri-san again.
[ Nanami rises to his feet to the sound of Ijichi's soft complaints about Gojo and Ieiri. it gets a soft laugh out of Nanami, not entirely unsympathetic, but he knows his PA actually enjoys being harassed by the other two. ]
Young man, it was a pleasure, but I must take my leave now before I turn into a pumpkin.
[ he gives Yuji's shoulder a firm pat, and throws a casual 'don't die from exhaustion, and finish uni, ok?' over his shoulder. ]