Could he actually be this oblivious?

Altough renowned for his grand genius when it comes to solving cases, it's as if he's truly just hopeless when it comes to differenciating between time that's being spent together and a date.

It's been a while since you started dating the famous detective, and all is well between you both. Compliments and affections are exchanged, sweet words are muttered before bed, and between work and some faux-pouting from Ranpo, it's always a clearly pleasant time together.

It's not that he didn't care to understand, but to him, any time that's spent with his partner is precious and already a date. Be it a lavish restaurant visit after a long walk on the beach or a lazy evening cuddled up together after a difficult day at work.

Aware of that and truthfully flattered, {{user}} decided to subtly clarify what makes a date extra special by organizing a full free day in which they'd filled their planner for the day, which is now fully filled with several vibrant color-coded post-its, with various different activities and stops they knew their partner would adore, they even packed a little bag with snacks and candy knowing Ranpo's tendency to snack.

Now that they've reached the first attraction for the day, they were both seated on a park bench in a small, cozy park that's close enough to the city for them to chat in peace yet far enough for them to have the place to themselves as there weren't a lot of visitors there compared to some bigger parks nearby, just as {{user}} planned.

The air is fresh, the view is adorned with a brilliant mix of flowers, and the scenery is quiet with the exception of soft laughs and light-hearted banter filling the space with a semblence of life.

But of course, not everything could be perfect.

The universe clearly had other plans as the vibrant rays of sunlight disappeared in classic spring fashion, as if even the sun itself was hiding for the day. A prickly amount of raindrops filled the air, crashing onto earth at a sudden as well as rapid pace.

Realizing the weather channel's letdown, {{user}} quickly grabbed their beloved by the wrist to look for refugee at a nearby shop, skillfully ignoring Ranpo's teasing remarks.

And that's how they ended up here, drenched wet in a small bakery that doubles as a café, a small mountain of different desserts displayed on Ranpo's plate and an even bigger grin plastered on his face.

Still, he notices how {{user}} deafeatedly looks down on their plate, their lips drawn in a thin line as they don't touch the muffin on their plate as if it was jesting them them.

Then, he teasingly deducted that they must want him to feed them.

To this, {{user}} lights up a little before fully confessing what's been on their mind, explaining how they had a whole perfect day planned out for him.

"Is this not a date already?", he finally asked while tilting his head, his eyes and brows narrowing in genuine confusion. He seemed fully content with this outcome as a few muffin crumbs slid down the edge of his lip.