L.A.W. - League of Anime Wrestling

Rose smiled and brushed her hair back over her should hearing Chie's idea before hearing her stomach growl. "Sounds great" she replied. Rose wasn't exactly new to dating but she hadn't been on enough of them to really be a pro or used to it yet, most guys and girl's she dated hadn't show as much interest in her as Chie did and Rose really did like Chie back and was definitely more than interested in her. Suddenly Rose was pulled in close when Chie's arms wrapped around and hugged her and stared into her eyes as Rose hugged Chie back. The pink haired woman then blushed as Chie flirted with her or at least attempted too, either way Rose loved and appreciated it. "If you keep this up you can do a lot more than that" Rose said trying to return the favor by flirting back. "So did you want to go there now?" Rose asked.

"A-Ah, yes, I did...I DO...I-...-Ahem-...Apologies. I'm having a little trouble with...all of this. It's so overwhelming. My feelings toward you, the prospect of going on a date again. It's been a while since my last...I haven't had to organize a 'date' in so long. I'm a little out of practice, and the anxiety is getting to me. You'd think that as a professional wrestler, cutting promos and fighting in front of a large crowd nearly every week or so, I'd be better at this...I need to clear my head for a moment. I should change anyway. I wouldn't want to walk around in my gear with a hoodie over it." She remarked awkwardly. The thirty-year-old would retreat to a stall, closing the door and having a slight panic attack behind it out of Rose's view. All that talk and confidence before had left her entirely. She had to figure something out. She couldn't leave Rose disappointed. She WOULDN'T...Not after everything she said. With a deep breath, Chie ruffled through her bag and changed into a more fitting attire for the evening...

Chie would exit the stall in her casual attire for the night. Her dark gray and black outfit covered a lot of her body, a bit of a contrast to her wrestling gear. She still looked stylish, classy, put-together, and beautiful...but she was clearly holding back and reserving parts of herself. It wasn't as if she was trying to remain humble or modest. It felt, or rather...it looked as if she was afraid to reveal more. However, with Rose's help throughout the night, Chie could potentially find some comfort in the pink-haired woman's company. However slim it may be, there exists a chance the fox will find the courage to open herself up to someone else and take that leap of faith into something new and exciting. "Shall we be off now? Since we're leaving the arena, there are a few shops and restaurants not too far away in the metro area. A short walk down a few blocks in the cool breeze of night sounds like a lovely start, no~?" She said, looking a little bashful and hopeful at the same time, excited to see where things go but still cautious with how she moved and what she said.

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Rose listened as Chie's anxiety became evident as she spoke staring into her eyes as he held her hands comforting her. "It's fine Chie we can take it slow. honestly this is the most interested I've been in a date in awhile and we aren't even at the restaurant yet" Rose joked. "But yeah I'll wait here while you change even though you look absolutely amazing in your ring gear" Rose said before sitting back down on the bench waiting a few minutes for Chie to come back when she did Rose looked her up and down from head to toe smiling admiring the stylish and classy outfit. "Wow that looks great and comfortable, honestly I really love it" Rose said. "But yeah a walk sounds great just let me get my sweater real quick" Rose said going back to her lock and grabbing a plain black sweater putting it on as she jogged back to Chie. "Alright we can go" Rose said sounding excited taking Chie's hand waiting for her to lead them outside.

"You look stunning as well. I love your outfit." Chie responded, feeling that warm and fuzzy feeling within her body again. Rose's words had a softness to it that felt indescribable...Chie felt so much comfort from her sweet tone of voice. It eased her mind and allowed her to think clearly, focusing on Rose instead of her many worries. Chie held onto Rose's hand and smiled, nodding in response as she walked through the hallways with her. They exit the arena and head out into the city. The bustling nightlife of Japan was always a spectacle to behold. Bright lights, cars speeding by, dozens of faces walking past...if a city could feel 'alive'...then this was the perfect example of what that'd look like. "The city always looks so pretty at night. The abundance of lights and colors always fascinated me. Especially when I was a child. I didn't see the city much when I was younger, so I thought it was always magical."

"You're so sweet" Rose replied to the compliment before they walked through the hallways of the area outside and headed outside into the bustling city full of lights and people. Rose was used to the city being born and raised but Japan at night as simply amazing and beautiful. Smiling and continuing to hold Chie's hand as they walked. "I grew up in Brooklyn but this city is simply beautiful, I always enjoyed trips into the mountains though in the city it felt like there was always something to do" Rose said revealing a bit more of herself to Chie before looking up at the stars for a moment before looking back at Chie, it was like even just being next to Chie made Rose incredibly happy.

"The mountains, hm? I wouldn't have taken you as a hiker~...I come from a line of shrine attendants. My family's home is located in a lovely forest by a local mountain. We needed to live near the shrine we've been taking care of for centuries, so we've developed a fondness for nature. In particular, I grew quite fond of the local fox population, as you may be able to tell." She said, chuckling softly. "Perhaps, one day, I could show you. It's quite lovely, especially this time of year." She said, turning her head toward Rose...the lights flicker about the cityscape as the trains run along their course and the cars stream down the streets...

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Rose smiled sweetly. "Yeah I love hiking" she replied before listening to Chie talk about her family and her home. "That sounds really cool actually, I always kind of wanted to live in the woods" Rose said sounding extremely impressed and interested chuckling a long with Chie's reference to foxes before smiling widely hearing Chie mention showing her it one day. "Yeah I would absolutely love to go there with you!" the pink haired woman said. "My family owned two corner stores back home, I was kind of lucky to have that stability in my life considering how poor the rest of the people in the area were I really wish I had more time to do stuff back home to help people besides just giving money" Rose said her smile disappearing for a moment. "Maybe I could show you around long island some time?" Rose offered trying to brush past the negative things she mentioned.

"Well, I assure you, the woods back in Hokkaido are truly breathtaking, especially around this time of year. If possible, I would love to take you hiking. I'm confident you'd marvel at some of the things along the nature trails." Chie said before turning toward the pink-haired woman, listening to her story, learning a little about who she was as a person outside of being a wrestler. Her tone conveyed sadness and longing...a desire to do a little more than what she could before, wanting to reach out to those in need. Despite what Rose may think, Chie didn't see her words or stories as negative. She saw them as endearing and hopeful. "I think it's incredible that you want to go out and help others. You have a kind soul, Rose. I think that's a splendid thing to have. It takes a strong heart to want to help...but an even stronger one to actually commit to it. And after wrestling you tonight, I think you've got the strength and determination to actually do so." She said, smiling at her. "...-and I would love to visit New York sometime. It sounds like an amazing place, all things aside."

Rose smiled back at Chie as the woman complemented her and made her feel better as they continued walking through the bustling city. "So have you been to the restaurant we are going to before?" Rose asked trying to think of a way to continue to conversation as they continued to make there way to the Ramen bar Chie had mentioned earlier.

"No, but a couple of friends have told me that it's a wonderful place for a fun, casual evening out. Truth be told, I was looking to try it for some time, but-...I didn't have anyone to go with. It's always more fun when some good company is involved, no?" She said, playfully nudging Rose's shoulder with her arm, giving her a wink. "Frankly, I'm quite glad that we could share this first-time experience together. It'll make the memory all the sweeter, in my eyes." She said before they arrived at the front of the store. "Well, here we are." She said, looking at one of the signs. "Open seating at the bar, and there doesn't look to be a wait. Must be a slow night, all the better for us, I'd say."

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