#Cultivating the fields of my heart | OttoXKounosuke

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🎵 I've got Universal Appeal Universe Appeal Halley's Comet's got nothin' on me I'm the brightest star in the Galaxy I've got Universal Appeal Universal Appeal Watch be grow even bigger each day Soon I'm gonna outshine the Milky Way 🎵

The simian would sit and listen to the tanuki sing, smiling as Kounosuke's words reached him from where he sat.

"You certainly will, Kounosuke." The simian spoke after the other had finished. "You sure you didn't want to become a singer growing up?" He asked, teasing a little and motioned the other to come closer so he could reach his arms around him.

Going through with this...This was worth it to Otto.

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Otto smiled and listened to Kounosuke sing, closing his eyes as he heard the lyrics ring out from the tanuki's beautiful voice. It was a simple tune, but he could hear the meaning as it was sung. It was rather relaxing.

When the other finished, he would lean in to kiss the Tanuki again, his eyes lighting up like a supernova once more. He would let out a light sign as their lips were locked together. The bliss was truly contagious, as much as the feeling of being with Kounosuke was.

The simian would look into the tanuki's eyes more when he finished. "I can't tell which is more beautiful. Your voice or your eyes." He would chuckled before resting his head gently under the other's chin. "You know, I've dreamed about being able to have someone close like you...I guess dreams do come true."

"I guess you're right. I used to have big dreams in the city, but living here, I learned that having dreams, while important, it's also important that they be flexible. Life can change in an instant."

In that moment, he saw the entire universe in the other's eyes. That was enough to tell him he'd made the right decision. All the while, lazy, white clouds roamed across the sky. It would be better to fall in love, and feel those emotions, even if it meant that in the end, you would lose them.

At least you had feeling. It reminded him of a song. A song he listened to when he was younger that had stuck with him. During those younger years, he didn't understand it. The song was written in English, even though it was released in Japan. But as he got older, he began to understand its meaning. When the kiss broke apart, he stared into that galaxy that was Otto's eyes and sang gently.

🎵 And though my dream Was overdue My prayers were answered out of the blue That's how I know Know that it's true All that I needed was you 🎵

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"Whoever that is, I doubt he has anything you got."

"What's Marilyn Monroe got that I don't got?"

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Otto would smile as he felt the much larger tanuki rest upon him a little, just as he continued to do the same. He would smile and relax as his tail wrapped around Kounosuke. Even without the meteor shower, this was perfect. Everything the simian could want in that moment.

But then the shower began and all of those space rocks began to rain down onto the Earth and burn up in the atmosphere, creating a beautiful scene in the sky for them both to enjoy. The tanuki made it all the more better to enjoy the scene with.

Then the other's voice would soon sing into his ears. It was soothing. Otto listened quietly and smiled putting his arms around Kounosuke as the simian pulled himself closer. A quiet sigh of content was barely audible as he just enjoyed the moment. He didn't want to ruin it.

It was only after he finished singing did he dare speak.

"You sure you didn't want to become a signer when you were younger?" Otto playfully teased and smiled. "Your voice is beautiful."

He couldn't help turning just a bit red.

To be told he shone like a star, that was very special to him. Kounosuke strove to be a bright light amongst the darkness that was how the world could be. He knew it wasn't perfect, but that wouldn't stop him from doing his best to bring happiness to everyone he crossed paths with.

The tanuki rested his head upon Otto's shoudler.

And that's when it started. A shooting star. A shooting star followed by another, and even more. It was an annual thing, Kounosuke never missed it. But having someone to share it with... that was what made things truly special.

"When you're feelin' lost I'll be your star Just reach out and touch me No matter where you are In a world where precious things Are disappearing overnight Just keep my star in sight"

The tanuki sang, with a surprisingly nice voice. He was no expert when it came to vocal ability, but he wasn't bad, either. In between would be a good descriptive word, his real musical skill was on the piano.

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"I'm the lucky one here to have someone willing to give me a chance, with all the baggage that comes with it."

While Kounosuke might not have seen it that way, his hero business carried a lot of baggage that most people couldn't handle. After all, being away for long periods of time and possibly not coming back at all would sound like a deal breaker...But the Tanuki was still willing to try regardless. Not many people would be as patient as he was.

"You're hard not to remember. Besides, we have years, decades even, before we ever have to worry about that."

Otto smiled and would pull the Tanuki into yet another passionate kiss. He just couldn't seem to get enough of Kounosuke in that moment. His eyes sparkles like the stars before he closed them, embracing the other closely and letting his tail attempt to wrap around him. It was pure bliss and it was addicting.

"I'm lucky."

Even though he'd just mentioned about living in the now, he was thinking about the future. As a cyborg, Otto probably wouldn't properly age. He was made of robotics, as well. But being completely organic, meant that there would be a time when Kounosuke left this world.

"Just promise me that in the distant future, you'll remember me."

It wasn't worth dwelling on now, but it couldn't be denied. Eyes close, as he takes in the moment. Maybe someday, when peace returned to Otto's world, he could take over the farm, assuming they didn't adopt a child way later on down the line.

"I know my spirit will never forget you, no matter where it goes. But someone has to take care of the farm after I'm gone, and plant lots of beautiful flowers for me."

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"I wish it were that simple sometimes."

Otto could admire the simplicity in the other's words. However, he knew all to well that the real world wasn't that simple. But perhaps their relationship could be. At least, for now. Time would only tell if that could remain, but he didn't want to waste it.

"But you're right. We should enjoy what we have...I don't want to waste a single moment of it."

Otto also wouldn't waste time in kissing the other again. He could feel the love overflowing from within him. He simply didn't want to let get of the tanuki. Kounosuke was definitely going to get what he bargained for with the simian, and so much more.

After perhaps several more kisses, the simian would take to staring into the other's eyes and holding him close. For once, he didn't say a word. He didn't want to. Why ruin this moment with the sound of speech? There was enough beauty in the moment between the fields and the two there...What more could be added by saying anything really?

"I don't worry too much about anything, really. What's the point?"

It was something he lived by. Enjoy the moment, enjoy the now. You never knew when it'd be ripped away from you. You never knew when life would change, whether slightly, or drastically. There wasn't anything a person could do about it, either.

If the world came to an end tomorrow, what could he do about it? He was just one round tanuki.

Eyes close when he's kissed. There wasn't really anything else that need be said, as all emotion was spoken with that simple action. Even with its simplicity, it set off fireworks in his mind. Set his heart ablaze with passion.

When they do part, the look on Kounosuke's face was more of gentility than excitement.

"Worrying just makes you feel sick. Let's enjoy what we have right now."

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"You say that, but neither of us know where this is going to end up. But maybe I am just worried for no reason."

Otto wanted to be realistic, but he couldn't help but smile as he looked at the tanuki and would roll over onto the other's lap, reaching up to kiss Kounosuke and put his arms around him.

"All the more to love, huh? I like the sound of that. You will keep shining bright with that smile of yours."

"Now then, I know exactly what this calls for."

The simian would lean against the body of the other as he would plant another kiss on the tanuki, giving this one plenty of time for them to enjoy. He didn't have to go anywhere at the moment, after all. Why not savor it.

"Nah, you could never disappoint me. Even if the worst came to happen, the feelings I had by being with you. The positive memories, those would far outshine the pain of losing you. If I did lose you, I know it'd hurt, probably for longer than a year. But I'd be able to look back on moments like this, and remember, that you'll always be the man for me."

The idea of a way of communication was certainly a plus. Even if it was only by voice, sometimes a voice was all you needed to hear to know everything was okay. If it could really be like a video call, that would have been a dream come true. To be told he was shining, it was embarrassing. But in a good way, as his cheeks flashed red.

""Just keep my star in sight, and we'll always be together, no matter the distance."

Striking a pose as best he could, his free hand goes to his hip.

"I'm definitely big enough to rival the sun! Hehe."

He meant it in terms of the size of his body, but what he didn't really think about, was how his golden eyes. His brilliant smile. Both shined like the sun itself.

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"I appreciate the sentiment Kounosuke. I just want you to be happy, and I'm worried I might end up disappointing you in that department. But I will do my best, if you truly are willing to give us a chance. "

Otto would lean against the tanuki, putting his arms around the other's very huggable body and would close his eyes for a few moments. The other's words were being sowed like grain on an open farm field.

"I'll be sure to provide us a way to stay in touch, even when I am light years away. That way I won't always have to spend weeks being unable to look into those eyes of yours."

There was some playful teasing, of course, but it was someshing of a priority to Otto. To keep in touch with Kounosuke was essential at this point.

"I don't think things can get dark when you're shining so brightly already."

"I considered that, long and hard."

How could he not? Every single time Otto left, there was that chance he'd never come back. That was part of why it took so long to go this far. But Kounouske couldn't betray his feelings. And... if something did happen. At least he had the positive memories to keep with him for as long as he lived.

"But love i stronger than that. Love is stronger than any fight, and love is stronger danger. Its been sealed with a kiss, I'll always be with you, even at times when we aren't physically together."

Now he was smiling again.

"I'll be your shining star. No matter how dark things may get, I'll still be shining."

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The simian would sit up as well, feeling the tanuki's hand on top of his. He would gently lean against the other as he looked up towards Kounosuke. His tail would gently wrap around the other as he listened to those words being asked. Otto wanted to immediately say yes, and his eyes were lit up in excitement, yet he hesitated. He had to consider his words before he spoke.

"Of course I will! I just have to warn you...I'm not sure how frequent I will be able to be around. After all, I have told you about what I do. If that's something that's a deal breaker, then I understand."

The cyborg would lean against the tanuk, gently putting an arm around the bigger individual in an embrace of sorts. "I do enjoy being around you though. These last few months have been nice. While I was gone for that but of time, you kept sneaking your way into my thoughts. I had hoped you would want me to come back after all that time, I just didn't want to push you into it. But now that I know what you were planning today, maybe I should have."

"I've been thinking about it for a while."

He had to really introspect, before he dared make an attempt at a relationship. With all he'd been through, his parents abandoning him to his grandfather. He was a bit afraid to attach himself to someone else. But the months spent with Otto had been some of the happiest of his life. He dug so deep into the recesses of his mind, that it... kind of hurt.

But upon really looking into it. it hit him, how he felt. And being the type to wear his heart on his sleeve, he wasn't going to pretend those feelings weren't there.

Rolling off, he sat up, legs outstretched, and arms supporting his body as they rested upon the soft patch of flowers. Closing his eyes, Kounosuke felt the wind blow. Felt the flowers moving along with his hair, the hem of his shirt, and the open jacket he generally wore. This was the example of a perfect spring day, in this tanuki's eyes.

Slightly shifting a hand, it came to rest upon one of Otto's.

"So..."

Voice much more gentle, Kounosuke remained in place for a little bit. Then his eyes opened, and he looked back at the cyborg. It didn't matter to him that Otto was different. That he was part robot. That no one like him existed, at least not around here. This was the person he wanted to be his first, possibly only relationship. It was when he could really see a future together, that he knew this was the time to ask the question.

"Wil you go out with me?"

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To say Otto was taken by surprised by being actually lifted off the ground was an understatement. Perhaps his own cybernetics weren't as heavy as he thought or that the tanuki was much stronger than his apperance lead Otto to believe. Still, the excitement from Kounosuke was contagious as Otto couldn't help but happily laugh as he was swung around and then thrown into the air, landing into the arms of the tanuki.

The two semed to lock eyes the moment Kounosuke stared into the simian's own. He could see the emotion in the other's eyes. He wasn't oblivious to how the other felt, but he didn't say anything; it could have ruined the moment. And then he felt himself land onto the field floor below them, only to feel the their nose touch, their eyes looking into each other, the tanuki's soft and plush body keeping Otto pinned against the ground as the other loomed over the simian.

The two semed to lock eyes the moment Kounosuke stared into the simian's own. He could see the emotion in the other's eyes. He wasn't oblivious to how the other felt, but he didn't say anything; it could have ruined the moment. And then he felt himself land onto the field floor below them, only to feel the their nose touch, their eyes looking into each other, the tanuki's soft and plush body keeping Otto pinned against the ground as the other loomed over the simian.

Otto felt his heart flutter a bit as he waited for Kounosuke to make his move. This was the moment the tanuki wanted. Otto wasn't about to deny the other the pleasure. He would close his own eyes and embrace the tanuki as the two locked eachother in a kiss. His own tail would wrap around Kounosuke as best it could while he laid there, feeling the overflowing emotions from the tanuki wash over him and warm his heart. His cheeks would become flush as the emotions were poured into his own heart.

Unfortunately for the simian, the kiss couldn't last forever. He would open his eyes once the two's lips seperated. A big smile on his own face. He didn't want the tanuki to move from his position, so that the simian could stare into the other's beautiful eyes for hours. His heart was racing at this point.

"Well then, I guess I should have seen that coming." He finally spoke, softly and brief.

"You bet I am!"

With his hand being taken, Kounosuke began to twirl with the simian, subtly moving into the flowers. Petals began to fill the air, swept up by the wind, creating quite a scene. The tanuki himself was laughing, as, moving a hand, he twirled Otto, before tossing him up in the air and catching him perfectly. Staring into those eyes for a moment, with emotion that spoke more than any words could have hoped for, Kounosuke grins again.

Then, he drops.

He's lying on top of the green cyborb, nose to nose, eye to eye. His soft, round belly is pressed against Otto's physical form, though due to his taller nature, the tanuki's feet extended farther than the other's. The look on Kounosuke's face, it couldn't be described. The feeling in his heart, was ready to burst.

And he sealed that emotion with an unspoken action. Eyes close, and a soft kiss is pressed. That was when Kounosuke's heart really did burst with emotion. He could practically feel the steam coming out of his ears!

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Otto couldn't help but chuckle as his hand was tugged and he was whisked away by the kanuki. The clear skies were a nice change from the skies above his own home. You could see the stars clearly here and the meteor shower in turn. It would be a beautiful sight.

Otto took a seat on the swing next to the other, looking towards the stars. He would gently rest himself against Kounosuke as he listened to the other speak. He would look into the golden eyes and smile.

"Well maybe it's because you shine bright like a star. I would love to take you amongst the stars too...And much more. With me, you'll get the see the universe."

Otto smiled and would put his arms around the kanuki, relaxing next to the other.

I miss you! I miss you! I miss you! Trust that your heart will always guide you true Soar up as high as @greenmechanicalgenius's dreams can fly! And if I kiss you! I kiss you! I kiss you! Then the whole world begins shining anew!

"There's a meteor shower tonight! Come on, you have to watch with me!"

It was dusk, and the sky was clear. There was no light pollution on Kuri Farm, either. A perk of being out in the country. Nothing but sunflowers, and stars. Kounosuke couldn't resist, he tugged at Otto's hand. If there was one thing he'd never miss, it was a sea of stars falling from the sky.

He'd set a swing up, perfect for two to gently swing while watching the sky.

"Flowers are my passion, but I love the stars."

His tone took on more gentility, as did the golden eyes looking back at the simian.

"I can't wait for the day you can take me on a cruise through the stars."