( now, takasugi might typically be tripping over himself to understand what just happened, or rather, how it happened. he's no stranger to a honeyed aura spilled on tongue and the ability to seduce others with words alone, having used it get out of all sorts of trouble at this point.

but the second lips press against the soft curve of his cheek, he freezes.

wait. that wasn't... that's not exactly... well, yes, takasugi put the both of them in this situation, but he didn't think—

his ears shoot right up instantly, the tips of them blushing red. never mind the gentlemen in question. he bargained for more than he wanted in an attempt to squeeze himself away from their watchful eyes, and it shuts takasugi up proper for the very first time. body tensing from the toes on up, he actually glances away, concentrating on keeping himself looking as dignified as possible while the men from patho-gen simply scoff and, surprisingly, apologize for interrupting them during their romantic tour.

once they're out of ear shot, he whines openly: )

You... You didn't have to do all that. I'm tak—

( ... he isn't taken, technically. his relations are a secret. okay. )

I'm an idol, you know. What if some salacious rumors start about an older man stealing me away on the street?