[ Well initially he thinks that it’s something verg syrupy and embarrassing, but when Sanji tells him what it actually means he just looks a little surprised. He can’t remember the exact thingd that were said in the memory that Sanji saw in that train carriage... but... ]
Why Fox?
[ As surprisingly cute as that reaction was. Heck. ]
[... Is this a trick question? Sanji thought it was obvious]
That outfit your change into whenever shit's going south -- looks like a fox. The mask and tail and... [Was it not a fox? Shit, now Sanji's looking uncertain]
[ So it was that, but not for the reason he was thinking of. ]
Yes, you’re right. The kitsune mask and the fox tail... it was my codename as well, while we were in the metaverse. I couldn’t remember if I’d mentioned before....
[Sanjis' tempted to defend himself, insist that his version of Intello never meant to insult Yusuke (at least, not in the usual way), but -- nah. It's a fair statement on his boyfriend's part, and seeing that Yusuke doesn't mind the new nickname seems to settle the man.]
Alright. So long as you don't try and kick my ass for calling you that in public.
[ Sanji. This is pretty gay, roll with it. Embrace it. It’s a bonding moment.
Yusuke dutifully picks up his utensils again and resumes eating - it’s not like he was avoiding doing so on purpose. It’s too good not to eat, after all. ]
I’m not, I’m not. I forget to eat, not forget to eat food that’s been put in front of me.
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[And listen, Sanji is all about the fun. He leans back into his chair after taking another bite of the meal to dwell on this dilemma]
Alright, how about this -- we can say whatever the hell we want, but gotta explain at least one on request.
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[ Keeping some of the fun and the mystery, but allowing a little clarity if needed. It’s a good balance. ]
Alright then, what does “Renard” mean?
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Uh--
[His food looks absolutely riveting all of the sudden. Damn, did he pull off that color combo? Who is the true artist in the room?
...
After a significant pause filled with him picking restlessly at his chicken:]
"Fox".
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Why Fox?
[ As surprisingly cute as that reaction was. Heck. ]
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That outfit your change into whenever shit's going south -- looks like a fox. The mask and tail and... [Was it not a fox? Shit, now Sanji's looking uncertain]
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[ So it was that, but not for the reason he was thinking of. ]
Yes, you’re right. The kitsune mask and the fox tail... it was my codename as well, while we were in the metaverse. I couldn’t remember if I’d mentioned before....
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[Yeah, he missed that detail apparently. There's another round of him picking at his food like a child two seconds away from a scolding before:]
Thought you'd like it better than "Intello", so...
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I do. [ He taps his foot against Sanji's under the table. ] Most things are better than being called "nerd", but this is an apt choice.
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Alright. So long as you don't try and kick my ass for calling you that in public.
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[ The other "him" was called Fox as well. It seems... fitting. Like wearing an old sweater - familiar, that fits well. ]
Can you pronounce it again? Re--?
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[Letting it roll off his tongue like a show-off, obviously pleased Yusuke is trying his hand at the word]
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[ It doesn't have the right accent, but it could be far, far worse. ]
It's a nice word.
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Gently knocking his foot into the side of Yusuke's, voice resuming its usual deadpan]
Oi, don't skimp out on the meal.
[He will hogtie him to the chair if he's gotta]
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Yusuke dutifully picks up his utensils again and resumes eating - it’s not like he was avoiding doing so on purpose. It’s too good not to eat, after all. ]
I’m not, I’m not. I forget to eat, not forget to eat food that’s been put in front of me.