I have to be strict. You tried to fucking kill me, man. [ said so casually but with a jab. this might give the impression that denji is not that keen to be forgiving, yet willing to indulge if he's promised a reward in return. in which, he digs through the box and picks a random selection, which happened to have some colorful sprinkles on the top.
he takes in a big bite, mouth wide open, flashing those sharp teeth, and then— chomp. ah fuck, it was packed with a surprise filling and he's quick to make a mess down to his chin. but, but - denji looks pleased. surprised but pleased.
[ It makes sense that it wouldn't be that easy. At least Denji is accepting the gift rather than tossing it all on the ground. Kabru doesn't response to that jab, but he does look apologetic.
He's seeing now that this guy is a messy eater. The shopkeeper did provide some napkins, so he hands them to Denji. ] Do you like them?
[ he nods and resists the urge to use the back of his fingers like a hooligan, but after some brief thought— he does accept the napkin from the other man. this might have to do with the sugar rush, or the mild dopamine he was blessed with after that delicious bite, whatever it might be, denji didn't feel like slamming the door shut just yet. ]
... What's your deal, anyway? You're only here to apologize?
[ It's a lot like bargaining with a distrustful street cat. Not that Kabru does that very often, because he's not a huge animal person. Denji still doesn't trust him, which is very fair and valid. However, he's curious or placated enough not to slam the door in his face.
The best way to deal with someone who doesn't trust you is to respond with some honesty. The fact that he thinks about his approach before responding might be disingenuous in itself, but this is just a habit for Kabru. ]
It's the second time you've tried to save me, so you're a kind person. I don't like monsters ... When you pulled me out of the way, your appearance startled me, so I reacted before I could think.
[ It might have been an over the top reaction, but that should speak for his hatred and trauma when it comes to monsters. ]
We don't need to be friends, but I don't want to be enemies with you either.
[ calling him 'kind' is less flattering than 'strong' — only because denji didn't believe himself to be one, yet it did stir something from within. not that he would voice it out, especially to kabru, but he also had a simple approach to figuring out whether the person was worthy of his trust, and its through acts of kindness; genuine ones. it was a tad difficult to figure out if the man in front of him was sincere, but-
if he's attentive, he'd notice the mild softness behind denji's features. ugh, it felt dumb to stay mad over something that didn't really influence him. he recovered a second later, thanks to this guy's blood. ]
If you're scared of monsters, you will struggle around here. [ a tired sigh follows, and he stares down at the offered donuts. ] ... I don't care to be your enemy.
[ Kabru can pick up on the way his expression softens. This is a success! While he was being honest, honesty can be used as a tool the same way lies can. He predicted that his honestly would gain him favour and some forgiveness. ]
That's good enough for me. I really am sorry. [ The apologetic smile he gives Denji doesn't look as practiced as the others. Sometimes, he does have the ability to be genuine. ]
I hate them, but I can't sit idle while they eat people. I'll keep trying my best.
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he takes in a big bite, mouth wide open, flashing those sharp teeth, and then— chomp. ah fuck, it was packed with a surprise filling and he's quick to make a mess down to his chin. but, but - denji looks pleased. surprised but pleased.
10/10 on the toxic sugar levels. ]
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He's seeing now that this guy is a messy eater. The shopkeeper did provide some napkins, so he hands them to Denji. ] Do you like them?
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... What's your deal, anyway? You're only here to apologize?
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The best way to deal with someone who doesn't trust you is to respond with some honesty. The fact that he thinks about his approach before responding might be disingenuous in itself, but this is just a habit for Kabru. ]
It's the second time you've tried to save me, so you're a kind person. I don't like monsters ... When you pulled me out of the way, your appearance startled me, so I reacted before I could think.
[ It might have been an over the top reaction, but that should speak for his hatred and trauma when it comes to monsters. ]
We don't need to be friends, but I don't want to be enemies with you either.
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if he's attentive, he'd notice the mild softness behind denji's features. ugh, it felt dumb to stay mad over something that didn't really influence him. he recovered a second later, thanks to this guy's blood. ]
If you're scared of monsters, you will struggle around here. [ a tired sigh follows, and he stares down at the offered donuts. ] ... I don't care to be your enemy.
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That's good enough for me. I really am sorry. [ The apologetic smile he gives Denji doesn't look as practiced as the others. Sometimes, he does have the ability to be genuine. ]
I hate them, but I can't sit idle while they eat people. I'll keep trying my best.