[ HE'S INNOCENT AND WHOLESOME JUST FOR THIS MOMENT. CALM. ]
That's true. Most people feel they can relate best when they see someone similar to them, after all... Though people, themselves, put barriers to keep themselves separated.
[ But enough of that talk. Akira through his bag to take out a small box... Then he apparently brought another birthday present in a bag with him. He places them on the table and gentle slides it to Yusuke.
I'm not really in any position to judge or offer advice on relationships. But perhaps you don't give yourself enough of a chance or enough credit? That's a common problem in... well. A lot of things, for everyone.
...
Also I only understood about 50% of that, I confess.
True. But if I focus on people in their element - when they are happiest, and when they are engaged in something they enjoy... I think that would be a good place to pull elements that resonate with an audience from.
[ His attention is peaked by the appearance of the box - as he takes more tempura. Mmmyeah. Veggies.
The box sliding does actually drag his attention from the delicious food, and what's inside catches his attention more than anything. He's not about to unfold the kigurumi at the table, but it does get a good look over, as does the palette. ]
This looks very comfortable! [ AND CUTE. ] Thank you.
... At the risk of sounding "out there" or ridiculous... maybe it's worth just telling your parents. I imagine they will be very cross, but ultimately they should get over it, given some time.
[ I mean. Izumi's mother hadn't told him to cover up his new tattoo at work after he'd got it done... ]
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