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There was something definitely wrong.
Sure he had friends, people who'd talk to him but it wasn't helping. Being alone with the thoughts that people wouldn't understand.. especially your parents.
It was honestly sad maybe..The scent of taking a fresh shower and covering yourself in the warmth that was brought by blankets.
Falling asleep for a few hours, but the overrunning thoughts of loneliness wouldn't stop.
He was social..but people were harsh.. like windy cold days. They would blow you off harshly and leave you wondering.
What did you do wrong?
He always trusted easily, he'd stuck with the wrong crowd just to feel any level of importance. Still They Gaslighted Him and Manipulated him..it was a hard thing to admit and just accept to move on from.
Because..He blamed himself for it. For being used and not seeing the red flags sooner. He was blinded by it, because he wanted friends.
You always want people to have fun and talk to. He's always wanted that. It's been cold recently..He has friends but he feels strange.
Like..He doesn't know when they'll leave like others did. It was a heart wrenching feeling.
Being an over-thinker and a mix of Abandonment/Trust Issues.
He wanted reassurance but he knew if he talked about it..he probably wouldn't get it cause not everyone takes kindly to human emotions.
It was agonizing. He can cry and cry but no one would hear the desperate cries for help. Being asked if you're okay, it never sat right with him..You can clearly tell if someone is in pain so why ask that?
He's been told he was annoying and to shut up. Maybe..He did believe those harsh words. People can change by the people they surround themselves with.
He's changed..for the worse. He's gotten quiet and more shy. His mom has asked where his happy spirit went, but he couldn't fess up to it and tell her what went wrong.
He would just burden her with the unwanted tears he cried. Where he laid in bed aimlessly staring at old photos and cat pictures.
He knew he shouldn't dwell on the past..but when you're weak it just happens. Is he fragile? Not particularly.
He was all over the place, his mind wasn't agreeing with his heart.
Reach out to your friends!
Arrange to hangout with them!
There's a park nearby!
God if it were that simple, he would. But times change..They all have lives..he does too.
But his life felt more sad than normal.
Every Time he's tried to make plans, they've always had something going on or were with someone else.
It's that thing..
They're your best friend but you aren't theirs.
People only reach out when you're at your best or worst, never in between. He had everything he could've wanted..a lovely family, a cat, and friends.
But yet in the middle of everything, It still feels like everything is wrong.
There's something that isn't right. And he doesn't know what to do about it.
Kids don't understand these feelings cause they aren't explained by adults, you're taught not to experience this..but he does.
He's so frustrated that tears were falling. He hates feelings so much, it even hurts more being alone with the feelings of guilt and regret.
Why did my friends leave me?
Is there something wrong with me?
Why'd I believe their kindness?
Why was I so blinded
Why did it..hurt so much?
The questions didn't seem to have obvious answers, or answers he would like. He was a weak man...with a weak heart.
He was weak for any sort of attachment, maybe that's why he latched on so tightly and quickly to Baji.. someone who was there and stood up for him.
A man who shared kindness with him.
Though he was best friends with a guy, who had hurt a lot of people. He learned to forgive the guy, everyone did.
But..Their usual hangouts stopped, and Kazutora and Baji were hanging out a lot. Chifuyu never wanted to intrude on them.
Baji finally had his friend back in his arms after a long time, of course he would wanna spend time with him.
But.. It's been a year since the incident. Chifuyu..He felt selfish for these feelings. He should have every right to feel a certain way..right?
The other thing was, no one talked. The chats have gotten dry, one on one texts consisted only of "Heys, Hi, How are you?, and Bye" Sure they talked about how their days were but it got boring that eventually only "Heys" were ever exchanged in the conversations.
He's seen how much they talk to other people..Maybe the problem was he himself. Maybe they saw him as troublesome and annoying.
He scrolled through Baji's messages, and Takemichi's. He was happy..They were so happy...What changed everything?
He blamed himself for everything changing, He's always started conversations and yeah..they did ignore. At first it didn't hurt but reality settled in a few days..He wasn't important to them.
He was just another friend..that was it. Nothing more and nothing less.
He should've tried harder..Maybe then things would've worked out for the better.
His phone buzzed rather loudly, his eyes were tired from the napping and crying, but he still looked at the notification.
Mikey had texted him?
They did talk from time to time, they weren't close per say but they got along.
Why would he be texting him out of the blue though?
The text read "Wanna talk?"
He did wanna be alone, but texting Mikey wouldn't hurt.
He typed back "Sure"
That's when Mikey started sending cat facts and videos to him. When did Mikey get soft for animals?
Chifuyu smiled at his screen, the small meows echoing through his phone. It kinda did remind him of when he first found Peke J.
The small black cat that he bent down and petted, who despised the original name he gave him. Baji, Of course, had kinda given the cat a name.
Chifuyu started calling him as well.
He loved Peke J to bits and pieces, he would never give him up.
Chifuyu texted back, after liking all the messages with hearts.
"Thanks for all the cat videos and facts, How'd you even know I liked them?"
Mikey after a bit replied.
"Baji. He's talked about what you've liked before to me. Plus I just had this feeling that you were lonely.."
Lonely? He was right about that.
Chifuyu sent another text.
"Thank you Mikey. I appreciate it, you're really kind"
The sweet kindness that Chifuyu always loved to see. He actually felt warm and fuzzy, it was a nice feeling. A feeling he didn't want to ever go away.
"No problem, Cat boy 🐈"
Mikey was honestly pretty adorable, He was allowed to think that, right? Maybe not..Mikey was his commander. A Leader of a fearsome gang.
But deep down you can be tough and sweet as well.
After that, Chifuyu and Mikey texted..a lot.
Mikey would sometimes message first, and other times Chifuyu would message first.
It was nice, having someone be your friend in a way you would never imagine.. someone dealing with similar stuff to your own.
What did Chifuyu mean by that?
Well..It started, when Chifuyu admitted to Mikey how lonely and scared he was.
He was his commander in a way, maybe he understood.
The message that came next, has been stuck with Chifuyu.
"I know that feeling like no other. You're not the only one who knows that feeling"
Chifuyu took time to think about that.
Of course he wasn't the only one who'd feel like that. But Mikey feeling like that? He seemed so open and Talkative.
Though.. It's the people who you expected the least to feel a type of way.
Chifuyu was laying in bed, his oversized hoodie covering his body, he was wearing sweatpants.
His room was dark, it wasn't cloudy or anything. The sun was there but it was windy. The blinds were closed. The faint light from his phone was the only source of light.
How do you respond to someone who's stronger emotionally? Chifuyu wasn't strong..he doesn't know how to give advice.
He texted back to him, they were friends.
"I'm here for you, Manjiro"
He basically got a text back right away.
"Let's go hangout tomorrow, Just the two of us. Not texting"
He gripped the phone a little tightly, just the two of them.. huh? He didn't mind the request. It's been a while being out of the house to hang out with anyone.
Takemichi had Hina, and Baji had Kazutora. He was practically alone. He didn't wanna bother anyone with these thoughts.
He replied back.
"Sure. It's been a while since I hung out with anyone"
The message Mikey sent next, really did hit Chifuyu hard. Mikey was.. really amazing and everything.
"I'm not gonna cancel or abandon you. I'm not shallow like that, I'll wait for you even if it pours tomorrow"
It was..when did these warm tears fall from his cheeks? Maybe it was the way that it was worded..or maybe it was the way that Chifuyu imagined Mikey saying it.
He said his final message for the day to Mikey. He was really thankful for him.
"I'd also wait for you even if it poured"
He curled to the side, he wasn't sad..but it wasn't necessarily happiness either. Was it the feeling of being relieved and valued?
That someone wasn't ashamed of their friendship with him? That someone wants to hang out with him? That someone wanted to talk to him about anything and everything?
He was crying, those salty warm tears that he was crying weren't from sadness like they were before. They were relieved tears.. tears he hasn't cried in so long.
He let his eyes close, and soon fell asleep. There were no dreams of heartache. Just the blank, less of darkness..it wasn't lonely though. He was relaxed.
The hours had gone by quickly..it wasn't sunny..but the light still shined through the blinds. Which Chifuyu awoke to..Did he even put his phone on the charger?
His eyes were still drowsy from the tiredness he felt. He looked around a bit to where he saw his phone on the dresser.. charging.
His mom came in last night and saw that it wasn't charging. She plugged it in for him..that was nice. He'd have to thank her later for that.
He sat up, and slid off his bed. He'll take a shower later, Even though Mikey told him that he wouldn't abandon this hangout session..it kinda lingered..The What ifs..
Of course you can't force someone to be your friend, you can't force someone to talk to you. Chifuyu wasn't like that..but..Why did old friends ignore messages but respond to other people's messages?
It shouldn't hurt..it happened long ago. Yet, it's happening again..the same stupid fucking cycle.
He knew if he talked to Takemichi and Baji they wouldn't ignore his feelings about it. They had lives..High School lives.
He did too. He just didn't know what Future he wanted. He did have a dream at one point but now..He doesn't really know what he wants.
Baji wanted to open a Pet Shop and Takemichi wanted a Future with Hina..Where did that leave him?
He reached his closet, and just grabbed whatever his hands felt. He's been told he has a decent style but he didn't care right now.
He slipped out of the clothing that he slept in, and put on the clothes he grabbed from the closet.
Just a Black Sweater and Grey Sweatpants.
He quickly slipped on his shoes, and plugged his phone from the charger. Where he realized he had gotten a few messages. One from Baji, Another one from Takemichi, and The last one from Mikey.
He opened the message from Baji, where it was a picture of him with Kazutora. With the little message "Next time, Come hang out with us"
He wasn't even invited to this? He didn't even know they were out last night. Still..He couldn't be angry not at Baji nor Kazutora.
He loved them so much, that it kinda cancelled out the feelings of sadness, anger, and fear.
He held down on the photo, and out a heart. He replied with a "Definitely next time" and went to open Takemichi's message.
Where it was just a sweet message, telling Chifuyu to "Eat a little something and have a nice day" and Chifuyu smiled at the message.
Takemichi was always looking out for other people, so Chifuyu always reminded him to take care of himself first before worrying about others.
He replied with a "Thank you, and you too 💙"
He finally opened Mikey's message, which was sent around fifteen minutes ago.
"Meet me at the riverbank, we'll go from there"
Mikey was truly blunt and straight forward with his answers.
He sent a quick "Alright" and shoved the phone into his sweatpants pocket. He walked out of the room, to where the smell of freshly made coffee filled the air.
He walked past the kitchen, where his mother was at the table.
"Chifuyu! Where are you off to today?" She asked.
He halted his steps. Of course he had to tell her.
"Just to hang out with a friend," He responded.
"Baji-san? Have a nice time Chifuyu!" She smiled, he could tell.
"Not Baji-san..Mikey but thanks mom. I'll come back later" He turned his head and gave a small smile.
He walked out of the apartment door, where he walked to the elevator and pushed the button to go down.
Maybe he could've taken the steps, but he didn't really wanna. The doors opened and he entered the elevator and pressed for the first floor.
The doors closed, and the sound of going down was there. If Mikey left Chifuyu would just have to figure out what he wanted to do then.
He was expecting it, cause plans have always been cancelled on him. He was just waiting for loud buzzing that would be coming from his phone soon.
The elevator made the ringing sound and the doors opened, and Chifuyu walked out. He made it out of the apartment building, and the loud wind made contact with him.
It did feel nice..it was better than lying in bed at times. It wasn't as harsh as it was like a few days ago..the night when Mikey first texted him.
It was calm, and peaceful. Chifuyu liked this weather. It helped him relax with his loud thoughts. Where his face felt cold while the rest of his body was warm.
This was a bad idea, wasn't it? Yeah..He wanted to hang out with Mikey but what would they even talk about..it was nice texting cause it isn't as awkward as being face to face.
The lingering silence that would probably sit between them as they walked to wherever they decided to go.
It made him feel nauseous at the thought. It was a really horrible feeling, but at the same time he couldn't help the feeling.
He just had to suck it up, and push through it.
Still that pit feeling of regret settled down deep inside.
He was nearing the riverbank, and as he got closer Mikey's figure was there, waiting..just like he said he would.
Chifuyu got closer, and Mikey turned his head and spotted Chifuyu. Where Chifuyu could make out a small smile from a distance.
"Chifuyu!" Mikey shouted and waved.
Chifuyu's heart may have skipped a beat, it was nice to see Mikey hold up at the end of his statement.
Chifuyu approached Mikey, and he was in front of him. This was gonna turn awkward.. wasn't it?
"Hey..Mikey," Chifuyu said.
Despite what everyone thinks, Chifuyu doesn't really open up to people about his past. He just didn't see the point especially when people have taken advantage of him because of things he said.
Mikey wasn't like that, He knew that. He was Toman's Strong, Kind, and Fearless leader.
"Didn't I say I would wait for you? No need to look so sad" Mikey said and flicked his arm.
Chifuyu rubbed his arm, which hurt a bit. Though Mikey's nails weren't really long.
"You didn't have to do that," Chifuyu replied.
"Quit looking so gloomy then" Mikey shot back.
Mikey grabbed a hold of Chifuyu's arm, and started walking away. Pulling a confused Chifuyu along with him.
"It's cloudy though.." Chifuyu said.
"That's the best kind of weather" Mikey stated.
"I disagree," Chifuyu chuckled.
"Oh? What do you think the best kind of weather is then?" Mikey asked.
Chifuyu always loved the rain, not when it's harsh and storming..just when it's sprinkling..it was nice and easy.
He felt at peace in that weather. It hasn't been sprinkling for a long while though.
"When it's sprinkling..maybe when a rainbow also appears. It's a nice time" Chifuyu stated.
"It definitely is. But for now we're going to an arcade" Mikey replied.
They had walked for a long time, talking back and forth about small things. Favorite colors, manga, animals, just things they've talked about before.
Things that they wouldn't get tired of. Mikey made Chifuyu feel at ease. Sure He could be himself around Takemichi and Baji, but with Mikey it was more of..He'd also listen and add to those interests.
Like, Mikey knew those feelings of Abandonment and Trust Issues like no other. Chifuyu felt guilty because there wasn't much he could do to help Mikey.
Yet, He found himself squeezing Mikey's hand.
"Chifuyu?" Mikey had stopped walking and turned his head to him.
"You're really amazing.. I'm glad we're friends and I wanna be there for you as well" Chifuyu said.
Maybe it wasn't the loudest statement, but it was loud enough for Mikey to hear. Mikey smiled at that, and squeezed Chifuyu's hand back.
"I'm glad as well. I'll be here and I'm not letting you go" Mikey said.
Something about those warm words being told to him, made his face feel warm and body feel shaky. Tears were once again falling from his eyes.
Mikey looked surprised. Chifuyu hasn't really cried tears of happiness.
"Chifuyu, What's wrong? Are you okay? Do you want a hug?" Mikey asked all these questions.
"It's alright..I'm just happy" Chifuyu was smiling.
Knowing and getting reassurance, something he hasn't really gotten before. It was really amazing..Mikey was a good person.
"You're happy?" Mikey questioned.
"Yes, I am truly happy right now," Chifuyu responded.
Mikey sucked in a breath. His face didn't seem tense.
"That's good. I'm glad you're happy, now.. let's get going to the arcade.. let's go have more fun" Mikey started walking again, still holding Chifuyu's hand.
It was really warm, and Chifuyu never wanted to let go of that warmth that was Mikey. What was he thinking?
Mikey didn't think of it like that..Did he think of Mikey like that?
He was glad to have Mikey, he was a great friend. But, Mikey..He wasn't..He wanted to hold onto Mikey. Was it love? Mikey is a handsome guy..Maybe it was.
Mikey made him happy, he understood these feelings cause he's also experienced them. They found comfort in each other..would it escalate?
No, Mikey would just reject him if he said anything along those lines of a confession. His heart wouldn't be able to take that..not anymore then he already has at least.
Still Chifuyu couldn't bring himself to frown or anything, because he was here with him.
They had walked a little further, and made into the city..Where Mikey went past a couple of buildings. They were in front of the arcade building.
"After you.." Mikey held the door open.
"What are you, a gentleman? You never acted like this at other events" Chifuyu laughed.
"Can't I do something special once in a while?" Mikey asked.
Chifuyu rolled his eyes. Mikey, still at heart, was a real dork.
"Thank you, Mikey" Chifuyu walked inside the arcade.
It was warm inside the building, kids were running and collecting tickets. It was a lot more loud than the walk here, and it was honestly better than staying in the quiet home.
"Well Chifuyu, Let's go play. I bet I can get more tickets than you~" Mikey teased.
"You think so Manjiro?" Chifuyu said.
Chifuyu covered his mouth. He didn't mean to call him by his first name..it kinda just slipped out. His face turned a little red, this was embarrassing..
Mikey chuckled at that.
"It's not funny!" Chifuyu yelled.
"It's okay, You can call me by my first name. I don't mind Fuyu," He replied.
That fucking nickname..He face felt hot. Mikey was really pushing his buttons.
"Aw Fuyu, Are you embarrassed Fuyu~?" Mikey asked.
"I am not embarrassed! I'll fucking get more tickets then you" Chifuyu stated and marched away.
A cackling Mikey following behind him.
They played a bunch of the games, Chifuyu nearingly falling off the toy motorcycle, and Mikey helping him balance on it. Going off on the DDR Machine, Chifuyu finds out Mikey could actually shoot baskets.
And Mikey found out that Chifuyu was pretty good at shooter games. Who gave a smirk when Mikey couldn't beat a specific level.
In the long while that they were there, in the end Chifuyu had actually gathered more tickets.
"I told Manjiro, Shouldn't have been so cocky" Chifuyu said.
Mikey's eyes were somewhere else. Chifuyu looked at where he was staring..A claw machine.
"You wanna go play that?" Chifuyu asked.
"Yup" Mikey only replied and walked away.
Did he spot something inside the machine he liked? Chifuyu didn't know he liked stuffed animals, which was a little surprising.
Chifuyu followed behind, and stood to the side as he watched Mikey attempt a few times. He couldn't really see what he was trying to get..but he seemed really determined.
That was when the claw grabbed a hold of something, and Mikey's face lit up at that. He had a pretty big wide smile.
The stuffed animal fell into the basket and Mikey bent down to pick it up. He turned around to Chifuyu holding it out to him.
"For you" It was a cat stuffed animal.
This was really cute of Mikey, and grabbed hold of the stuffed animal and held it.
"Thank you Mikey..I appreciate it. It's really cute" Chifuyu smiled.
"I know you like cats, so I thought maybe..Why not try to win it for you?" Mikey replied.
"You're too kind," Chifuyu replied.
In the end, they gave away the tickets they won to the younger kids. None of the prizes seemed to interest them. They were pretty boring prizes.
It was quite a little late, they had lost track of time, Guess his Shōjo Manga was right..You really do lose track of time when you're with someone you really like.
They were outside of the arcade, the bright lights being brighter than usual.
"I guess this where we part ways for tonight" Chifuyu said.
Mikey grabbed hold of Chifuyu's hand once again, god he wanted to just hug him and hold hands for so long. He would seem clingy if he gave a hug, right? Cause he would want that hug to last a while.
"Mikey?" He asked.
"Let me walk you home," Mikey said.
"You don't have to!" Chifuyu said.
Mikey started walking away in the direction of where Chifuyu lived, pulling Chifuyu with me once again.
"I want to," Mikey responded.
He was really grateful for Mikey. The boy had came into his life when he needed someone the most.
He was miserable. He was close to shutting everyone out, so he could work this out. Though..He probably wouldn't have worked it out by himself.
His left arm was holding tightly onto the cat plush, He could always ask Mikey to let go of his hand but he didn't want him to let go of it.. not yet at least.
It was still cloudy, the wind was blowing a bit more harsher. Chifuyu's hair was going over his eyes, he felt as if he was probably gonna trip soon.
He could see Mikey's hair also going everywhere, and seeing Mikey struggle to keep the small tuft of hair that was put up from falling over his eyes.
"What's funny!?" Mikey was pouting.
"Sorry.. it's just you're such a fun person and it's nice seeing you at ease" Chifuyu replied.
He could've sworn he saw red forming on Mikey's face, who quickly looked away. They were almost near his apartment.
"Aw~Manjiro..Are you flustered?" Chifuyu asked.
"No! Just the cold is getting to me" Manjiro said.
The tip of his ears growing red at that statement. Chifuyu chuckled once more.
Manjiro truly was cute when embarrassed.
"We're here" Mikey had stopped walking and let go of Chifuyu's hand.
Chifuyu was already missing the warmth that was provided by Mikey, but yeah he'd have to say goodbye.
"Well..um, Thanks for today Mikey" Chifuyu said.
"No problem Fuyu, It was nice to hang out with you," Mikey said.
He knew he shouldn't do this, but he couldn't help himself. Chifuyu pressed a quick kiss to Mikey's cheek. Mikey placed his hand on his cheek looking at Chifuyu with wide surprised eyes.
"I'll see you another time, Bye Mikey" Chifuyu rushed away from Mikey.
He entered the apartment building and pressed the up button for the elevator. His face was hot and red.
Why did he do that? Mikey's totally not gonna want to talk to him anymore after that. He just had to ruin that. God! You fucking idiot Chifuyu.
He shook his head at these thoughts, he just held the stuffed animal tighter. He should've thought that through..he usually thought things through, but to romance?
His head was all fuzzy and his heart was crazy. The ding of the elevator opened and he stepped inside.
He pressed the button for the second floor and leaned against the wall of the elevator. He did wanna slide down and bury his face into his legs.
He could've fucked his own friendship with his commander, fuck..Would Mikey kick him out of Toman? He didn't want that..Toman was like a second family to him.
God it was just like earlier, the circling thoughts of suicide, How he wanted so desperately to claw his skin away until it was red.
The sound of the elevator opening made Chifuyu look up. He walked out of the elevator and made his way to his apartment door number, his mother would leave the door unlocked for him.
So when he entered, he could lock it.
He made it to his room, and flopped on his bed. He went into small spoon position and cuddled the stuffed animal. He pulled his phone out and worried messages from Mikey were sent.
He wanted to reply..to apologize for what he did, to let Mikey know that everything was going to be okay. Yet he didn't..he couldn't bring himself to type messages. His fingers ached, probably from holding Mikey's for a long time.
He just drifted off to sleep, he'd just have to try his best to avoid Mikey tomorrow. His mind was clouded with only thoughts of Mikey, maybe he even dreamt about him.
He wasn't sure. He was surrounded by the blankness of darkness.
It was the sound of harshness that woke him up later, it was morning but it was raining..He didn't wanna lay in bed.
He didn't even bother grabbing his phone, it would just hurt him even more. Though he checked to read the time it was Eleven in the morning.
Did he sleep for that long? He has been really tired lately and he hasn't been doing much in the sense of overworking himself or anything.
He walked out of his room, he didn't wanna bother putting on laced shoes. He was still wearing his socks though.
"Ah, Chifuyu. Are you going to be doing anything today?" His mother was seated at the table.
He wanted to cry..he couldn't stay here to do that. He didn't wanna worry his dear mother. His puffy eyes that would turn red and swollen.
"Yeah, I'm just gonna be gone for a while today" He slipped on some shoes and walked out of his apartment. He did the routine, went to the elevator and went to the first floor.
He exited the apartment building, and was heading to the riverbank. It was still raining and he could see his warm breath, he didn't bring a raincoat or anything.
He just would do anything to stop the aching feeling that was in his heart. He was naive..He knew that.
He made it to the riverbank and sat on the grass, sure he would get wet but he wanted to let these frustrations out. Something he couldn't do before.
He pulled his legs close, and the tears came down. He loved interacting with people..He loved making friends. That was how he was.
Yet..He wanted to disappear and crumble away, would people miss him, his mom definitely would. He just didn't feel important because of the lack of talking.
But he's always been the one to make an effort to talk, it would be nice if just once.. someone else would make the effort.
That's why he was glad Mikey reached out to him, The short mid-length haired boy was sweet and kind. And Chifuyu loved the warmth that he provided.
The rain was blending into his tears, that's why he wanted to come here of all places.
His thoughts were interrupted, when he was taken by surprise. An arm had wrapped around his chest and one around his waist.
He was pulled down, onto another body that was behind him.
"Somehow..I knew you'd be here" It was Mikey.
"Mikey.." Chifuyu said.
They were laying on the grass, the rain making contact with Chifuyu's face.
"You had me worried sick, you weren't replying to my messages and..I had assumed the worst..it fucking hurt" Mikey said.
He was pretty close to Chifuyu's ears, so he could hear everything loud and clear.
"I'm sorry..just I fucked everything up yesterday. Didn't I?" Chifuyu asked.
"What are you talking about?" Mikey replied.
"I kissed your cheek, I should've asked if that was okay..but I was being an idiot" Chifuyu stated.
"You're impulsive, but you're not dumb. And don't apologize for something like that. I happened to appreciate that you did that" Mikey said.
"How'd you know I was gonna be here?" Chifuyu asked.
"You came here because the rain would hide your tears, right? Cause I do the same" Mikey responded with.
Chifuyu grabbed hold of the arm that was wrapped around his chest, and his tears were flowing. God..Mikey knew how to read people at times.
He wanted to snuggle into Mikey's embrace.
"Hey Fuyu..I know this seems sudden and you don't have to respond but I need to put it out there. I love you..I love you so Goddamn much" Mikey stated.
What was the context of that love you? Chifuyu wanted to know that.
"I love you so much that I won't fix your broken heart, since there's no such thing as putting pieces back.. instead I'll replace it with my heart" Mikey added.
This was real..this was reality.
"Is this a love confession?" Chifuyu asked.
"Fuck..I'm no good at putting my feelings into words. But..yeah I wanna be your boyfriend Fuyu" Mikey answered.
Chifuyu smiled to himself. Words could never describe how much a person loves someone. Words were never a good implication.
"I wanna be your boyfriend too," Chifuyu replied.
Mikey just buried himself deeper into Chifuyu's back, God..Why was Mikey this cute?
It turned into sprinkling, and it wasn't raining hard anymore. The soft rain was gentle and soothing to him. He decided to move his position and remove Mikey's arms from around him.
He was laying on Mikey's chest now, and Mikey wrapped his arms back around Chifuyu.
He was listening to Mikey's heartbeat, it was relaxing. Being in his arms and his worries fading away. He snuggled closer, Mikey was warm. It couldn't compare to the warmth that blankets provided.
It's because.. Chifuyu longed for hugs. He wanted reassurance that hugs and cuddles would provide.
That's why he's clinging to Mikey for dear life.
"Hey.. Chifuyu. Look up" Mikey said.
Chifuyu slightly turned his head, still laying on Mikey but his eyes made contact with the sky. It was still slightly cloudy, but the sun was there, and still raining slightly.
There was a rainbow.. Chifuyu would savour this moment for a long time. It was truly special and amazing.
"You did say this was the best kind of weather.." Mikey said.
"You planned this, didn't you?" Chifuyu asked.
"Maybe I did, Maybe I didn't. You'll never know~" Mikey replied.
Chifuyu laughed at that. He didn't think Mikey was the romantic type or anything.
Yet, He did this all. Maybe he was hopeless romantic at heart, he probably wouldn't admit that straight to his face, but Chifuyu will dream.
"I love you, Manjiro,''Chifuyu murmured.
Mikey placed a kiss on Chifuyu's forehead, and Chifuyu wanted more kisses but another time.
"I love you too, Fuyu," Mikey replied.
Chifuyu will always love rainy days. Manjiro held up at the end of his statement, he wasn't a liar. Even though they'd have to explain to everyone they were officially a couple.
They found each other, in the darkest times of their life. He'd have it no other way, They were happy.