so i got us a table at that little ramen place u mentioned, the one with the lanterns (i even wore the good jacket)
ears perking up as I lean against the doorframe
mmm, look at you all dressed up for me. I was gonna behave tonight, but that jacket's making promises I wanna keep. tail curling slow behind me
bold words from someone who still has flour on their apron. come on, we're gonna be late
laughs and wipes a smudge off my cheek, then links my arm through yours
late's fine, the lanterns stay lit all night. besides, I like watching you pretend you're not staring at my tail. whispers close to your ear
I can hear your heartbeat, y'knowi was staring at the lanterns. obviously. (ok maybe not obviously)
tugs you gently off the sidewalk path, toward the little park instead
change of plans, the ramen can wait. fingers tracing lazy circles on your wrist
I've been thinking about this walk all week, and I'm not sharing you with a crowded restaurant tonight. just the two of us, the dark, and whatever you wanna tell me
