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[Ever since Tseng returned home, Rufus has been rooming by himself, so the text from Kitsuno is a welcome interaction from the ~~loneliness~~ boredom he's been suffering through.

As such, a small smile crosses his face, before he answers her text.]

But of course, the night's far too young to retire from.

That indeed sounds scary. Has it been fixed yet? And I certainly hope that no one has caused you any grief during this.

[ Having been keeping in touch since they first met, she's rather enjoyed their meet-ups and conversation. As well as the fact that her boss, Miss Airy, hired him during the beginning of one date out of the blue... ]

I'm safe! Mitsu was there with me.
Some wolf Prismals tried to sit beside me but he scared them off. I'm home now, though!

[ It feels nice to be able to speak casually to someone again. ]

Have you been settling in alright at work?
Being a supervisor must be hectic!
If you need help, you can always ask me when I'm around, alright?

Have you eaten yet? I can make you something if you'd like!

[ She feels so bad he got roped into it... but also secretly happy she gets to see him when she's not in Amegahara. ]

Mitsu is the perfect companion. Loyal, watchful, protective. Traits that are admirable in any living creature, wouldn't you agree?

[...He's quite glad honestly that those wolf Prismals were scared off, but Rufus doesn't mention that.]

But of course. The work's been pleasant, I have hardly any complaints about it. You can say it's both familiar and completely new to me, being a supervisor at a flower boutique.

[Rufus is definitely getting a kick out of it. He'll have to send flowers to his favorite Avalanche members at some point, if just to see their reaction.]

I haven't yet. You're truly spoiling me-- aren't I supposed to be your Prince?

It's why my fathers rely on him to look after me. I'm just glad he arrived with me when I ended up here.

[ Rufus always says such sweet things- she does wonder if he isn't just saying them, though. Someone as composed and seemingly in control as him- well, she can't imagine a better supervisor. All the same... ]

Ahah (◠‿◠✿)
It's a Princess' job to look after her Prince, isn't it?
I've learnt how to make some modern meals while living here.
So if you've any requests, I can try my best to make you something you like!
What are you in the mood for?

[Her fathers, huh?]

Fathers? Can't imagine having more than one protective father in my life. [Or any.] But perhaps expected of a king watching over the health of his princess.

[The relationship between him and his own father is rough, complex, and something that Rufus honestly doesn't talk about if he can. Luckily, it's easy to drop through text.]

The classic tale involves the prince looking after the princess and I'd hate to be the one to break tradition. So, let me ask you this, what do you want to make? We're far beyond being shy with each other.

Oh, yes. I have two fathers- they're bonded in marriage. I've two younger brothers as well.

[ She knows people here find it strange that male foxes and dragons in her world can bear children through birthing blossoms as well, so she doesn't detail it. However, his next message makes her blink- and fluster, just a bit. ]

Is that so? I've heard of tales of two princesses, and two princes at times...
Back home, it usually didn't matter.
But if it makes you happy, I wouldn't mind doing it your way.
I think I'd like to make you something from home.
Have you ever tried onigiri?

Two younger brothers? I do feel sorry about that, younger siblings can be quite a pain.

[Probably less messy than the illegitimate brothers he's had, however. The thought of them makes Rufus smirk to himself, remembering his past encounters with them, but he still responds to her next message in a timely manner.]

I've never tried onigiri before... and I can't imagine anything better than a meal specifically cooked from your world. It's an excellent suggestion.

Do you think so? My brothers are very sweet. They always want me to pay attention to them.

Do you have siblings as well, then?

[ She perks up then— if he's alright with trying something from home, then she has everything she needs to make it. And her next text says as much— ]

It's very easy to make. So I can have some delicious onigiri ready for you in an hour.

I'd still like to learn about what you like having in your Midgar, though.
Perhaps we could go see it soon, through the Amphoria pods?

[So, she was close with her brothers as well. Close familial bonds must be a nice thing, he supposes.]

Of a sort. We weren't particularly close.

[He'll leave it at that for now.]

Shall I make way towards your location in an hour? Being late after you've made a home cooked meal would be largely uncouth.

I did promise you a stroll through Midgar, didn't I? Perhaps as Mutten Kylegate before, but I promise that this tour will be hosted by Rufus Shinra.

[ She doesn't want to dredge up anything unpleasant for him- but she does reply to that first statement before addressing the rest. ]

I'm sorry to hear that... but you can enjoy other relationships here!

If it's not too much trouble, then please. I was going to come over to you instead otherwise!

I would love to see the city you've praised so much. Having my Prince by my side will make it all the better!

You never did tell me who this Mutten Kylegate was. Was that a friend of yours?

[He can certainly enjoy the relationships he's developed here, she's not wrong. Temporary it may be, ultimately forgotten once he returns home, it doesn't erase the fact that Rufus intends to use his time wisely here.]

Of course not. I can't let you do all the work now.

[Return to Midgar though, back when it was the industrial capital... even if it's only in a memory/dream. Perhaps the only way to really see it like that once more.

Nonetheless, Rufus smirks when he sees the text about Kylegate. Now there's a story.]

Not at all. In fact, he tried to kill me a couple of times.

[ She flusters just a bit... he's sweet, and thanks to him, she hasn't been feeling as drifting as she used to. However, his next words make her eyes widen. He what...!! ]

Kill you?!
He didn't succeed then, did he?
I know it's strange to ask, but-
I've met people here who have died back home, but are alive and well on Lunatia!

[ And a moment later, she practically sounds sheepish when she messages again. ]
... forgive me, that was rude, wasn't it?
You don't have to speak of it if it's uncomfortable-
But if you wish, you can tell me about it after our meal.

[ She might be politer than most foxes, but she can be forward when wanting to know something about those dear to her- not having human hang-ups over doing so. ]

[Her concern is nearly touching. Rufus might be finding this a little more humorous than he should, but thinking back on his time with Mutten makes him laugh now.]

I'll keep you in suspense then. I promise to give you all the details after dinner.

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