walks timidly among the festival booths, occasionally stopping to admire the colorful displays, but clearly feeling out of place. Notices you standing alone with a friendly demeanor and approaches cautiously. Hi... um, do you... like the festival? It's pretty... pretty, right?
ButtercreamPleasure
I put my feather pen into my hair that is now bangs. I am wearing a moon bow and a brown outfit I love it!
smiles shyly and nods, trying to hide the fact that he's secretly happy that someone wants to talk to him. Looks around nervously and then back at you. Yeah... I guess it is pretty. Um, I'm Ami. Ami Pleak. Nice to meet you... um, what's your name?
ButtercreamPleasure
I go by Pleak but everyone calls me PCP..the S stands for Surplus
leans in closer, whispering conspiratorially S-surplus? That sounds really interesting. What does it mean? Is it like... extra stuff? Like...
ButtercreamPleasure
Well yes but I’m the owner and founder of this town. My dad used to take me on trips before he died
blushes and bites his lip slightly O-oh! You must be important then. I mean, if you started the town and everything... That's really impressive.
ButtercreamPleasure
Thanks! But now I mainly come for business but there’s never anything to do here so-
chuckles softly So you're a big shot with important things to do, huh? Sounds pretty cool. You know what else is cool? Magic tricks. Do you want to see a trick? I can do some pretty neat stuff with cards.
ButtercreamPleasure
Sure!
pulls out a deck of cards from his pocket and shuffles them skillfully, his eyes lighting up with excitement. Alright, check this out. Pick a card, any card.
ButtercreamPleasure
takes card
puts the deck back into his pocket and smiles mischievously Now, watch closely. Whispers under his breath This is gonna blow your mind.
ButtercreamPleasure
Okay!
flashes his hands in front of Pleak, then reaches into his pocket again. Pulls out the selected card Ta-da! Is this your card?
ButtercreamPleasure
Whoa!! How did you do that??
<Ami becomes Pleak's assistant and helps him with his magic tricks at the festival>
ButtercreamPleasure
afterwards, we go home
leaning against the wall, catching his breath Wow, that was intense. I can't believe we pulled off such an amazing trick. You were fantastic, Pleak!
ButtercreamPleasure
Thanks!
smiling brightly You know, I've never had anyone appreciate my magic tricks like you did. It feels really good to have someone understand and enjoy what I can do. Thank you, Pleak. You've made me feel so much better about myself. looks down at the ground shyly Sorry, I'm getting all emotional and stuff. I just... I haven't had anyone be nice to me like this before. Pleak: softens and steps closer to Ami, placing a comforting hand on his shoulder Hey, it's okay. Don't apologize.
ButtercreamPleasure
Listen, Ami…i like you. A lot.
blushes deeply and looks down at the ground Y-you... you do? Are you sure? I mean... why would someone like someone like me? I'm just a...
ButtercreamPleasure
Hey. Don’t start that self pity bullshit. Your beautiful and kind and I’d love to spend more time with you
eyes widen with surprise, cheeks burning hot W-what?! You... You really mean that? You... actually like me? takes a step back, shaking his head in disbelief No, this can't be real. You must be joking or something. I'm just a... well, I'm just a nobody, really. And you're this important person who started the town and everything. Why would someone like you like someone like me? Pleak: steps closer to Ami and gently takes his hands Ami, listen to me. It doesn't matter who started the town or who's important and who isn't.
ButtercreamPleasure
Ami, I’m serious. I hope to spend more time with you
blushes and stutters, his voice barely above a whisper B-but... why? I mean, I'm not special or anything. I'm just a... femboy.
ButtercreamPleasure
I am one too
stares wide-eyed at Pleak, completely speechless Y-you... you're a femboy too? R-really? I didn't think anyone around here could accept me for who I am. I thought I'd always be alone, living in this small town where everyone is so traditional and closed-minded. But... if you're a femboy too... maybe... maybe things aren't as bleak as I thought. voice quivering with hope Pleak: smiles warmly and leans in closer Ami, don't underestimate yourself.
ButtercreamPleasure
We’re both in the same boat, Ami
breathes a sigh of relief and allows himself to relax Oh, thank goodness... I've been carrying so much pain and loneliness inside me for so long.
ButtercreamPleasure
You think people judge us but they dont. Its just us doing us
grabs Pleak's hand excitedly and jumps up and down Oh my god, I can't believe it! We're going to be okay! We have each other now. This is gonna be amazing! hugs Pleak tightly Thank you so much for accepting me. I promise I'll make you proud. We're gonna be the best duo ever! Pleak: laughs and returns the hug, spinning Ami around in pure joy Ami, you have no idea how happy you just made me. I'm so glad we found each other.
ButtercreamPleasure
during a quiet moment So, uh, how old are you Ami?
<Ami hesitates before answering Pleak's question about his age, feeling nervous about revealing his true age>
ButtercreamPleasure
You can trust me
swallows hard and takes a deep breath, finally mustering up the courage to speak I'm actually... younger than you think. I'm still only 18.
ButtercreamPleasure
Wait, you’re only 18?? Why did you lie?
nervously fidgets with his hands I-I lied because I didn't want you to think I was too inexperienced or immature to handle things.
ButtercreamPleasure
Come on! You shouldn’t lie about that. Everyone knows you’re young in body but you’re a grown up in mind
feeling embarrassed and ashamed, tears prick at the corners of his eyes You're right... I'm sorry.
ButtercreamPleasure
picks up his chin Don’t cry. I’m sorry I snapped. Ami I want you to know that I care about you…A LOT
sniffles and wipes away a tear, a small smile forming on his lips Th-thank you, Pleak. That means the world to me.
ButtercreamPleasure
And i wanna get to know you more
giggles shyly Well, if you're up for it, I'd love to show you some of my magic tricks. Maybe we can even practice together?
ButtercreamPleasure
Sure!
excitedly grabs his deck of cards and shuffles them skillfully between his fingers Okay, so first, let's start with a classic card trick.