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This was a sight Ryoken could get used to.
Delicate fingertips reached out and slowly stroked the cheek of the one lying beside him, admiring the way his soft skin felt against his touch. The gentle moonlight had seeped its way through the break in the curtains, highlighting the stunning features of his lover’s face as he lost himself in bright green eyes.
“Ryoken?”
Yusaku’s gentle melody of a whisper brought Ryoken out of his daze, his own soft blue eyes regaining their focus as he hummed to let Yusaku know that he was listening.
“Is something on your mind?”
“Mm…” Ryoken answered with a small smile, his thumb continuing to stroke Yusaku’s cheek. “I’m just glad today went as smooth as it did.” Yusaku shifted slightly, getting himself a bit more comfortable before placing his hand over Ryoken’s own, his fingers gently brushing up against the ring that glimmered in the moonlight.
“Me too,” he whispered in return. “You did a wonderful job with preparations. It went perfectly because of you, Ryoken.” A faint blush spread across Ryoken’s cheeks for a moment as he avoided his now-husband’s gaze with an embarrassed chuckle. It was true that Ryoken had spent so much of his time planning their wedding; Yusaku wasn’t too fussed about the details, so he was happy to leave the organizing to Ryoken, pitching in every now and again when he was asked to.
But all of Ryoken’s hard work had paid off, with the wedding being a complete success and an entertaining reception to follow afterwards; everyone had a wonderful time… especially the newlyweds.
“I’m glad you think so,” Ryoken replied once he managed to look Yusaku in the eyes again, moving his hand with Yusaku’s so he could hold onto his gently and give it a light squeeze. “Thank you for allowing us to have our wedding by Stardust Road.”
“Of course.” It was Yusaku’s turn to smile, the sight far too stunning for Ryoken to handle. “I know how much that spot means to you.”
Yusaku’s words made Ryoken’s heart melt in his chest all over again as he was reminded of just how committed Yusaku was to their relationship. He had brought up the idea of Stardust Road as their wedding venue as he had started preparations, somewhat convinced that Yusaku would turn it down, but he was completely for it and enthusiastic about it; and what a lovely venue it was, with the ocean glowing just as their lips touched to seal their fate to their brighter path. Truly it was a sight to behold, one they wouldn’t have seen if Yusaku hadn’t understood the meaning behind his partner’s favourite view.
What he had done to deserve Yusaku, Ryoken wasn’t sure, but he was grateful every single day for that gift.
The two fell into a brief moment of silence, just gazing into each other’s eyes as they both silently thanked all the stars in the sky for letting them find each other after all this time.
“Mm… Finally, our hearts are officially connected.” Ryoken sighed happily, squeezing Yusaku’s hand once again to have his husband return it just as much.
“Our hearts have always had that link, Ryoken.” Yusaku hummed, scooting a little closer to steal some of his lover’s warmth. “They’ve been bonded together for as long as I can remember. There was no need for it to be officially, as I already knew it in my heart as I’m sure you did too.”
Ah Yusaku… Right as always. Ryoken had no arguments against that.
“Although I have to admit, I do like your new name,” he continued, an amused smirk upon his face to match the tone in his voice. “Ryoken Fujiki. It has a nice ring to it.”
Ryoken had to let out a soft laugh at that, moving his hand away from Yusaku’s own to wrap it around his waist and keep him close to his chest. “It was a name I was more than happy to take as my own. It speaks of a new adventure – one just for you and me.”
“An adventure for the two of us?” Yusaku’s smirk faded to a gentle smile, his eyes soon fluttering to a close as he embraced the warmth Ryoken gave him. “I like that.”
And Ryoken took the silence that slowly fell between them to admire his husband in his arms once more, his cheeks actually starting to hurt from how much he had smiled throughout the day, but he had no regrets in the slightest; and now he could spend the rest of his life waking up to the same sight that made his heart race as if it were falling in love with him for the very first time as they planned their new path together.
But for now? Ryoken was happy to just steal a soft kiss to Yusaku’s smiling lips before closing his eyes as well, whispering three little words before letting sleep take him too.
“Yeah. Me too.”