[He gets the cross streets and the nearby conbini that she's standing outside of. When he arrives she'll be under an awning but definitely looking like a drowned rat.]
[ Despite not owning a car himself, let it not be said that Zuo Le is not a responsible young man. He has come with a pair of shoes that should be easy to slip on, clean socks, a rain poncho, and two umbrellas.
One is hanging off of his arm, the other he's using as he approaches her. ]
You didn't think to check the forecast at all today, did you?
[ So that's what happened here. He'll give an overly solemn nod, like she just said something deep, or like what he's about to say is deeper (it's not). ]
Things can come up faster than predicted, so it's always good to be prepared.
[ He'll at least ease a little, even if he's not quite smiling, he does at least look less tense. ]
Maybe not, but asking anyone to come out in this mess is like pulling teeth. My friends are great, and because of that I don't want to guilt them into leaving their work early or having to make excuses to their parents. Gimme a moment, and we can grab something warm to eat. Maybe ramen?
[She'll be quick ducking into the convenience store to go change. No matter what Zuo Le got her it's better than wet, heavy fabric. With her things draped over her arm and her fingers curled around the back strap of her crocs, Momo returns.]
[ She already admitted it was a mass message cry for help, so it's not like she was looking to guilt him instead by having him come out, so...
He supposes he can accept that. He did have the free time to help out, so it wasn't too much of a problem, and if she really insists on something, at least her solution doesn't feel like he's putting her out too much. ]
If it's just ramen, that should be fine.
[ And probably worth the equivalent of the fairly inexpensive sportswear he brought her.
He'll politely tuck himself away in a corner as he waits for her to get dressed, perking up only when she comes back out with wet items in tow. ]
[The athleisure that leans more athletic than leisure isn't exactly her style, nor is it trendy, but it's dry and comfortable. The way he perks up at the sight of her is kind of cute, and she finds herself wanting more than just an instant ramen dinner tucked away in whatever dry spot they can find.]
I know a small stall that has reasonable prices and a pop-up awning for days like these. It'll be fresh and warm. Only a couple blocks down.
[She'll take his umbrella while not consciously acknowledging the bit of disappointment that they won't be sharing. Instead she accepts that two umbrella's is the considerate and perfectly reasonable thing to do.]
[ Clueless, utterly and completely clueless to any thoughts Momo has to making this moment anything more than one acquaintance helping another out in a time of need. Even the offer for food payment he's assuming is being made out of a desire to not owe him a debt rather than anything else. While he can see it when it's overt in others, Zuo Le himself isn't exactly... experienced in matters of the heart.
He figures he's done a big favor by bringing too umbrellas for better coverage, and allowing her to have her own space. He'll follow after her, a thoughtful frown on his face as he tries to figure out the change of plans here. ]
If that's what you're craving, I don't mind.
[ In theory it's pricier than ramen, so he feels a little weird about accepting it, but he's also assuming she has since decided she personally would rather eat this than ramen. ]
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[Reptiles have plenty of Rest Time because of their biology, right?]
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ARE YOU SURE YOU CAN'T SEND ASSISTANCE???
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I can bring you a clean pair of socks and new shoes, but that is about all I can do.
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Okay, that's better than nothin'
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Send my your location, I'll be there as soon as I can.
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She'll only use one.]
Btw are you busy atm?
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One is hanging off of his arm, the other he's using as he approaches her. ]
You didn't think to check the forecast at all today, did you?
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You do not need to know.
[ He says, accidentally answering the question for her rather than just lying. ]
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I intended on being home by the time the rain was predicted to start, but I got caught up in something. Thanks for helping me out.
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Things can come up faster than predicted, so it's always good to be prepared.
[ He'll at least ease a little, even if he's not quite smiling, he does at least look less tense. ]
I'm glad I could though.
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Hey, I have some cash on me. Why don't I treat you to something as a "thank you"?
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I might not be that free.
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Zou Le is entirely oblivious to anything she's noticing here. He'll just politely give her a-- ]
There's no need. I was just doing what anyone would.
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[ But he knows what she means. ]
You don't need me to eat though, do you?
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Do you hate me? Is that what this is?
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It wouldn't have been that hard to help you though.
[ A little out of his way, sure, but he was free. It wasn't like she was asking him to do backbreaking labor or spend tons of money or anything. ]
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[She'll be quick ducking into the convenience store to go change. No matter what Zuo Le got her it's better than wet, heavy fabric. With her things draped over her arm and her fingers curled around the back strap of her crocs, Momo returns.]
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... The response she gives does make him feel just a touch of guilt though. ]
That's not it......
Can you at least promise me that you will leave my eyebrows be if I agree to meet you?
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He supposes he can accept that. He did have the free time to help out, so it wasn't too much of a problem, and if she really insists on something, at least her solution doesn't feel like he's putting her out too much. ]
If it's just ramen, that should be fine.
[ And probably worth the equivalent of the fairly inexpensive sportswear he brought her.
He'll politely tuck himself away in a corner as he waits for her to get dressed, perking up only when she comes back out with wet items in tow. ]
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[That's so... vague.]
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I know a small stall that has reasonable prices and a pop-up awning for days like these. It'll be fresh and warm. Only a couple blocks down.
[She'll take his umbrella while not consciously acknowledging the bit of disappointment that they won't be sharing. Instead she accepts that two umbrella's is the considerate and perfectly reasonable thing to do.]
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He figures he's done a big favor by bringing too umbrellas for better coverage, and allowing her to have her own space. He'll follow after her, a thoughtful frown on his face as he tries to figure out the change of plans here. ]
If that's what you're craving, I don't mind.
[ In theory it's pricier than ramen, so he feels a little weird about accepting it, but he's also assuming she has since decided she personally would rather eat this than ramen. ]
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