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[wavesoakedlegs]

[Mitsuhide is content, and it shows. There is a soft smile on his face and his body language suggests he is relaxed. A rare state of mind for the samurai, but it suits him. Currently he is sat in the living room of his home, having just come back from a shopping errand.]I know some within Vatheon celebrated it weeks ago, but the day I and my

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[wavesoakedlegs]

[Sometime later, Mitsuhide is hard at work. No break yet; he's far too focused on his tasks. Their home is never really a mess, but he's determined that they should welcome in the New Year with it being absolutely perfect. His clothing is simple, his hair is bound into a long plait, and he hums occasionally as he moves through the house.]

[At this point his own room and the kitchen are practically sparkling, and perfectly organised. His current area of attack is the living room.]

Not enough yet...

[DUST, CLEAN, POLISH, MOVE.]

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[behisstrength]

[Motochika enters the room and faintly smirks at Mitsuhide's determination, before he comes up behind Mitsuhide and places his hands on the other man's shoulders.]

I am here to part you from your task for a few minutes.

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[wavesoakedlegs]

[Mitsuhide pauses at Motochika's words and touch. He doesn't look back at the other, however, his gaze sweeping around the room instead.]

You intend to ensure I rest.

[A small smile. Mitsuhide would prefer to finish with his current task before taking a break.]

What were you planning?

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[behisstrength]

Come and share a drink with me, Mitsuhide.

[He smooths his hands over Mitsuhide's shoulders affectionately, then lets them fall.]

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[wavesoakedlegs]

[A pause. Mitsuhide finally turns around to face Motochika.]

I really should finish what I'm doing, my Lord...

[The idea is far from unappealing, though. The samurai looks to the side and over at the shelving; his current task.]

[Perhaps it can wait for a short while.]

...but alright.

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[behisstrength]

[Motochika smiles.]

Excellent.

[Perhaps a little amusement seeps into his expression; Mitsuhide is clearly torn.]

Shall I presume that you have no desire to leave the house?

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[wavesoakedlegs]

...I would prefer it if we didn't, yes.

[Mitsuhide sweeps a few hairs that have come loose from his plait behind his ear.]

The kitchen is well stocked now. I have seen to that.

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[behisstrength]

[It is nothing that Motochika hadn't anticipated; he has already taken action to overcome that restriction.]

You have also ensured that the kitchen is spotless.

[He points out, before he turns to head into the kitchen, with an expectant look. Obviously he wants Mitsuhide to follow.]

Do not worry; your hard work hasn't been undone.

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[wavesoakedlegs]

[Mitsuhide takes the cue and does indeed follow Motochika.]

I am glad to hear it.

[A short laugh.]

If it had been I would get very cross with you, Lord Motochika.

[Well, perhaps mildly annoyed is more accurate, but saying as such would hardly be worth it.]

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[behisstrength]

I know better.

[On the counter sits some tall takeaway cups, upon napkins; he moves over and takes off the lids, then picks both up. His own is hazelnut hot chocolate with a healthy serving of whipped cream -- he takes a sip and holds the other one out to Mitsuhide.]

Here.

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[wavesoakedlegs]

[Mitsuhide takes the cup from Motochika.]

Thank you.

[He examines the contents; the hot chocolate within is covered with a layer of white marshmallows, appealing instantly to his sweet tooth. Smiling a little, he takes a sip. There's definitely vanilla in it.]

[A sigh of appreciation. Mitsuhide leans against one of the counters.]

It's good.

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[behisstrength]

[Motochika steps in close, and quirks his mouth.]

Chocolate has been a popular topic amongst those not concerned with the upcoming new year.

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[wavesoakedlegs]

[Mitsuhide takes another sip, cup grasped in both hands, before replying.]

I've noticed.

[He looks at Motochika with dark eyes.]

It's something to do with a different festival, I believe? I've not really enquired much about it.

[Vatheon has certainly been educational when it comes to other countries and traditions, but this event is not one he has familiarised himself with. After all, the New Year has given him plenty enough to think about as it is.]

I cannot deny that chocolate is a pleasant thing to indulge in, on occasion.

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[behisstrength]

Nor have I.

[Motochika takes a drink.]

How does it compare to your favourite indulgence?

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[wavesoakedlegs]

Peaches?

[Mitsuhide takes another drink, a deeper one, and then sets his cup down on the counter. It actually takes a moment of serious thought before his settles on an answer.]

It's close, but peaches are still preferable.

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[behisstrength]

[Motochika makes an amused noise.]

I will keep that in mind.