The Blind Date Meme

[morganknight]

For whatever reason, your character finds themselves on a blind date.

Did they sign up for it, looking for fun or romance? Did they get talked into it? Lose a bet? Get signed up by a well-meaning friend? Whatever the case, they're obligated now.

But maybe it won't be so bad...

Comments

[onehandsomeslickninja]

Same as I've been doing all my life -- waiting for you to enter it. [If she's gonna call him cute, he's going to notch up the lines a bit more. Always a pleasure to see someone actually appreciate them.] And after that, having the honor of escorting you on a date, if I may!

[doodlebuginette]

[Cute and charming? This had to be her lucky day.] In that case, sorry I'm late. [That had to be one of the better ones she'd heard in a while, and she did genuinely appreciate it. So she's reaching up to poke the end of his nose with the flower he'd just given her.] I think I'll have to insist~

[onehandsomeslickninja]

[Edge wrinkles his nose beneath his mask, amused.] Good things in life are worth waiting for. Shall we?

[He motions to the restaurant nearby gallantly.]

[doodlebuginette]

I agree. [If this exchange was any indication of how the date was going to go, then Marinette was ready and eager to get it started.]

Let's. [And with that, she's looping her arm through his.]

[onehandsomeslickninja]

[This is an unusual success, but Edge isn't going to question his luck (yet); why spend time worrying when Marinette seems legitimately interested in this date and he can spend time enjoying that instead!]

[So, every bit the gentleman and actual royalty that he secretly is, Edge escorts her grandly into the restaurant, where as part of this date their reservations are already made. He even contrives to pull out her chair for her when they reach the table.]

[doodlebuginette]

[For the most part, she'd been too busy focusing on other things to even think about dating in the past. But on the rare occasions she'd agreed to such a thing, they generally went well?

And as nice as they were, there'd never been a second date. Maybe because they weren't Adrien or Chat, or maybe because she wasn't technically looking for anything too serious.

But she was genuinely enjoying herself now, even if they hadn't technically gone inside yet. She's more than happy to let him lead her inside, and she flashes him a grin when he pulls out her chair.] Such a gentleman! Maybe I'll keep you.

[onehandsomeslickninja]

Courtesy to a lady is my privilege and delight. [Though she certainly offers up a nice thought. Edge is a bit charmed himself, though he takes his seat with panache and a flick of his cloak for drama.]

[doodlebuginette]

[She's just going to take a seat, and possibly try to decide what lengths she'd have to go to in order to properly thank Alya for bullying her into agreeing to this.] A lot of people would benefit from following your example.

[onehandsomeslickninja]

They really would. [Edge shakes his head, thinking of how many difficulties in his time would have been escaped had certain dragoons just not been jerks about women. But that was over and done with, not really great thoughts for a date either, so he brushes that off with a mental shrug.] But you do make it easy. If I'm being honest, I'm shocked you have time for a blind date with how all the men who know you must be clamoring for your attention.

[doodlebuginette]

[It was just a shame that more people didn't share his views. Not that she'd ever really found herself in a situation where it had been a problem, but even still.

His comment made her smile, though, and she couldn't stop the blush creeping over her cheeks.] This wasn't even my idea, if I'm being honest. My friend decided that I work too much and needed a break or something.

[Nothing like being honest without being too direct about it.]

But I'm glad I decided to let her talk me into it.

[onehandsomeslickninja]

Me too. I'll have to remember to thank her. [And at that, Edge accepts menus from their waiter, offering her one with a smile. Momentary pause in conversation, they need drink orders at least!]

[doodlebuginette]

Ooh? You want to thank my best friend for meddling? [That would certainly be a sight to see. And honestly, she's kind of tempted to let him if the date went well.

She'll take a moment to look over the menu before finally settling on a glass of water with lemon to start with.] Do you want to get something to share, or...?

[onehandsomeslickninja]

Appetizer? My tastes are many, so if there's anything you have a hankering for... [The line of Eblan is every bit at home at formal dinners of state as it is out in the field, gnawing hardtack and trail rations in seclusion.]

[doodlebuginette]

Appetizers could work! [That tells her literally nothing, though. C'mon Edge~]

Mmm... how adventurous are you feeling? [Because she could easily just order a bunch of things she knows she likes and watch as he tries them all.]

[onehandsomeslickninja]

Right now? [He props one elbow on the table to lean in, eyes sparkling.]

Very.

[doodlebuginette]

So...

[She's just going to grin and lean in as well.]

Enough to let me order for both of us?

[onehandsomeslickninja]

Oh, you challenge me to live dangerously. But it would be even more dangerous and terrible to deny a lady her request!

[doodlebuginette]

I'm that intimidating?

[She's teasing of course, but she's also a little curious.]

I dunno, I'd probably let you get away with denying my request.

[onehandsomeslickninja]

Quite the opposite! I would never be able to forgive myself for denying you, especially if it caused even a second of sadness or disappointment to cross your face. [He's feeling pretty good about this. On point tonight, Edge!]

[doodlebuginette]

Oh? [She couldn't decide if he was being intentionally over-the-top or not, but it was cute either way.] Don't be too hard on yourself. My eternal happiness isn't your responsibility, you silly boy. [Not that her immediate happiness was, but still. Definitely +10 to Edge!]

[onehandsomeslickninja]

But your happiness here and now is, and I wouldn't dream of shattering it. My heart couldn't take the blow. [Definitely a little over-the-top.] Also, your plan sounds good just for the experience.

[doodlebuginette]

In that case, the reverse is also true~ [If he insisted on being a little ridiculous, then so could she.] Your heart is safe with me. And I was hoping you'd see things my way.

[onehandsomeslickninja]

All I can see is you right now, so how could your way not be my way? [This just keeps getting better. Ridiculous flirtations are gold-standard enjoyment.]

[doodlebuginette]

Touche. [She imagined this might be what it was like if she had agreed to a date with Chat Noir. Only Edge had no secret identity to hide behind, and he was still this adorable. It was definitely something to consider.]

[onehandsomeslickninja]

Of course... we probably should decide on actual meals, too. [He could and would flirt with her all day, but the poor waitstaff might get dreadfully exasperated. Once the wheels of mealmaking were set in motion, then he'd turn his attention back to making this dinner a proper date!] Though they don't lack for variety.