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Akutagawa fumbled with the keys against the doorknob. He was struggling to get the stupid thing to insert in the doorknob. After a few attempts, he simply used his ability to open the door.
He sighed, throwing the door open. It was yet another exhausting day. He was pulled into a halt at the sight that awaits him. Atsushi was laying down on the couch, his chest naturally rising up and down as he breathed.
Akutagawa let out a breath of relief and walked towards the man. There was dirt and many pieces of debris scattered around the floor near the weretiger. His hands were safely tucked inside the pocket of his coat as he walked past the mess on their apartment floor.
He observed the male that was spread out on the couch. Atsushi's breath hitched as his face scrunched, "A bad dream" Akutagawa thought. He brought a hand towards the man, softly caressing his cheeks. "Jink— Atsushi." He tried his best to bring out his soft voice but he was only able to let out a soft low growl.
Atsushi squirmed in his seat, face scrunched up into a deeper frown. Akutagawa found it cute, in all honesty, but he was aware it only indicated that Atsushi was having a nightmare. "Atsushi" he called, threading his hand through Atsushi's white locks.
Atsushi slowly opened his eyes, blinking as he stared at his boyfriend who was only a few inches away from him. "R- Ryuu?" he asked, a voice a bit hoarse.
"Sorry for waking you up, dear but it appears to me that you're having a bad dream." Akutagawa warily told him, testing the waters for the other's reaction.
"Ah, yes. I was" Atsushi replied, pushing himself up from the couch, wincing as he did so. "Ah!" he hissed in pain.
Akutagawa was already by his side when he looked up, He was watching atsushi's moves like a hawk silently watching its prey. "Did something happen at the agency?"
"Uh," Atsushi turned, trying to make himself comfortable on the couch. "Yeah"
Akutagawa held his wrist, gently caressing a thumb over the back of his hand, "I need you to take a shower."
Atsushi's eyes widened, "Dammn, you went straight forward to telling me I stink." he scoffed, clearly offended.
Akutagawa rolled his eyes, "Idiot, I'll give you a bath but you have to shower first, okay? Do you wanna lay in your own dirt?"
A whine escaped Atsushi's lips, his mouth forming into a pout. Akutagawa was very much aware that this version of Atsushi rarely comes, he experienced dealing with it first hand.
He laid the back of this hand on Atsushi's forehead and on his neck. With a sigh and a look of disappointment, he looked at the other who had closed his eyes, "You're burning up, Jinko. You're sick."
Atsushi looked at him through lidded eyes and shook his head in denial, "No, I'm not" he dismissed the accusation, "'m just tired"
Akutagawa raised an eyebrow in amusement, he sat down in the middle of the couch at the small space that was left as Atsushi's body had already been sprawled out on it. Arms immediately wrapped around his waist and Atsushi nuzzled his head on his hip.
Akutagawa laughed and stood up, not wanting to get more dirt on himself. "Clingy. Yeah, you're sick."
Atsushi didn't give any response because he had fallen back asleep, the mafioso lightly shook his shoulders. "I'll give you a relaxing bath, just wash off the dirt on your body, hmm?"
Atsushi got up on autopilot, making his way to the shower. Akutagawa waited patiently, he swept the pieces of dirt that were brought in by his partner. He sat by the foot of the bed as he continued to wait.
Atsushi got out with a towel around his waist, his short hair drenched with water. "Ryuu! I'm done" he said, walking closer, leaving a few droplets of water on the floor. The mafioso grabbed a small towel from the closet and passed it to the other. "Dry your hair for a bit while I prepare the bath, okay?" he said, pressing a light kiss on Atsushi's crown.
Atsushi leaned instinctively, letting out a satisfied sigh. He watched as Akutagawa made his way to the bathroom, the sound of water flowing down the faucet echoed through their apartment. Atsushi rested his head on the couch, taking his mind off from the pain surrounding his muscles.
He didn't even realize he fell asleep until a soft hand was placed on his shoulder. "Are you awake? It's done." Atsushi slowly got up, rubbing his eyes. Rashoumon was protectively holding his waist to prevent him from falling because of his grogginess.
Atsushi tested the water using his hand, lightly dipping it in. It wasn't too hot nor was it too cold. Just in the middle. Although, it was more to the hot side. just how he likes it. He ripped off the towel hanging by his waist and hung it up at the towel rack.
Akutagawa held his wrist to support him as he went into the tub. Atsushi slowly lowered his body down in the water. He let out a satisfied groan, closing his eyes in pleasure. His muscles slowly started to loosen.
"Feeling good?" Akutagawa asked.
Atsushi fluttered his eyes open, his glassy dusk orbs stared at him. He nodded and smile, "It feels so good, Ryuu"
Akutagawa hummed in contentment, grabbing a bottle of soap. It was a fruity scent, which perfectly matches Atsushi's whole existence. He placed a few pumps of soap in the tub, running his hands in the water for it to form bubbles.
Atsushi leaned back but immediately sat back up, Akutagawa sent him a confused look. He shrugged, "The tub is cold." he tugged Akutagawa's coat, aka Rashoumon. "Can you join me?"
Now listen, it was a known fact that Akutagawa wasn't a fan of baths. He felt naked (well, he is) and frail and defenseless. It was a known fact, even the whole port mafia knew.
Atsushi blinked and raised his hand in panic, "No! I mean, you don't have to if you aren't comfortable" he quickly explained, worried that he crossed the invisible line his boyfriend had drawn.
Akutagawa stayed silent, debating whether he should agree or not. He sighed, he couldn't decline an offer from his boyfriend, can't he? He stripped off his clothing and joined his partner in the tub. Atsushi had made a space for him at the back.
He laid against the cold ceramic while atsushi leaned back at him, nuzzling in his chest. "Thank you, Ryuu." Akutagawa turned his head, brushing his lips against Atsushi's, "All for you, dear" he said as he finally leaned. He kissed him gently, softly pressing his lips to his delicacy.
Akutagawa broke the kiss and joined their foreheads together, keeping eye contact with his boyfriend. He pressed their bodies together as they both shared a relaxing bath.
It was a fear he was ready to face because of his lover who inspired him to overcome his own troubles. He couldn't be more thankful for the blessing that had been showered upon him.
He pressed their bodies together, nuzzling to each other's warm body heat. They stayed like that for a while, in their own little world.
And the very next day, it was Atsushi who had to deal with an ill Akutagawa Ryuunosuke.