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Sakuya and Ryo hadn't even been dating for a year, but they still felt like they'd known each other for a long time. However, Ryo was upset that Sakuya wasn't always paying attention to him because of football.
One day after school, Ryo was waiting in front of Sakuya's classroom for the bell to ring. When Sakuya came out, Ryo appeared in front of him, looking excited. "Hey! I bought our tickets for the movie, we're finally going."
Ryo was talking excitedly, but when he saw that Sakuya wasn't excited, his face fell. Sakuya took Ryo's hands in his. "Ryo, I'm so sorry, but I have to go to training today." Ryo looked at him with a pout, still the same as always.
"But you said you wouldn't go today, and I already bought the tickets." It was a movie they both wanted to go to, and Sakuya had promised. "I'm really sorry, okay? Maybe you should go with Riku or someone. I'll see you tomorrow." Sakuya kissed Ryo's cheek and then headed towards the gym. Ryo wanted to sit down and cry at that moment, but decided to wait until he got home just for that.
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After a week, Sakuya continued to ditch Ryo, Ryo insistently tried to spend time with him, but Sakuya's stupid training sessions never stopped. One day, Sakuya's family invited Ryo's family to dinner.
After eating dinner, they went up to Sakuya's room. "Where are you going?" Ryo asked Sakuya, who was putting his clothes in a bag. Sakuya answered with a smile. "Yushi invited me to a soccer match, I'm going to see him." Ryo ran to him worriedly and held his hands, frowning. "Saku! Please don't go, I barely see you anyway, don't you miss me at all?"
Ryo regretted saying this because his voice was trembling as he spoke, and he felt embarrassed. Sakuya just looked at him in surprise. When he didn't say anything, Ryo spoke. "I'm sorry, I overdid it. Just oh, never mind." His voice was getting quieter and quieter as he spoke, and he couldn't be heard. Sakuya cupped his face with his hands. Sakuya's hands on Ryo's face, the warmth of it calmed Ryo a little.
Sakuya took a deep breath and spoke slowly. "Ryo, I miss you too, but this is very important to me. Football is a part of my life." His eyes were shining with a sadness that contradicted what he said. "But I want to spend time with you, I really do."
Ryo felt the confusion in Sakuya's eyes at that moment. He knew how much he fought, but still hadn't given up on football.
On the one hand, he admired Sakuya's passion and determination; on the other, he was saddened by the moments when he felt lonely. They were silent for a while, lost in each other's eyes.
Finally, Ryo smiled and nodded. "Maybe I should be patient," he said, "But I miss you, just a little more time."
Sakuya leaned towards Ryo, holding his hands. "I miss you too. But remember, this too will pass. We will spend more time together."
Ryo smiled slightly, trusting Sakuya's words. "Then, I will be patient with you a little longer."
Sakuya kissed Ryo's lips gently. "Thank you, I love you."
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In a short time, Sakuya was taking care of Ryo too much. Sakuya had invited Ryo to his house after training. When Ryo opened the door to the house and saw Sakuya with wet hair, he smiled at him. Sakuya grabbed his hand and pulled him into the house. "Welcome." He smiled and kissed Ryo's lips and closed the door. Ryo gave him the bags in his hand, took off his jacket and went up to Sakuya's room together.
When they sat on the bed, Sakuya wrapped his arms around Ryo's waist and hugged him tightly. Although Ryo was surprised by him, but he still didn't say anything and wrapped his arms around his neck. Sakuya pressed his head to Ryo's shoulder and said that he missed him in an almost inaudible voice. Ryo chuckled at his silly behaviour and ruffled Sakuya's hair.
"Do you want me to dry your hair? It's cold outside, you can catch cold." Sakuya nodded and gave him the dryer and sat down on the floor. While Ryo gently dried his hair, they talked about their days and they were enjoying the moment and each other.
After drying his hair, they made cookies together, Ryo was continuously complaining about Sakuya doing something wrong. Sakuya, on the other hand, made Ryo even angrier because he liked how sweet Ryo was when he was angry.
Finally, Ryo was trying to adjust the temperature while putting the cookies in the oven. Suddenly, he felt Sakuya's hands wrap around his thin waist. He turned his head in surprise. "Saku, what are you doing?" Sakuya was now pressing his face to Ryo's neck. "You smell so good." His lips were hitting Ryo's neck as he spoke, and this made Ryo's heart beat faster and tickle.
Ryo smiled, feeling a little nervous from Sakuya's words and closeness. "Sakuya, don't come so close..." he mumbled, but there was more curiosity in his voice than a protest. Sakuya's head was leaning on Ryo's neck, his back tense and his shoulders shaking slightly.
"I only love you." Sakuya's voice was softer, deeper this time. As he wrapped his arms around her even tighter, he could feel Ryo's heart racing. He paused for a moment, then smiled again. "I just want to be with you, Ryo."
Ryo felt a warm feeling inside him when he saw Sakuya's sincerity. He realized how precious everything was, how precious this little moment was. They hadn't spent time together for a long time, but now, here, in a quiet room, there were just the two of them. Sakuya's words made a lot of sense to him at that moment.
Sakuya looked into Ryo's eyes before pulling his hands away, "Maybe things aren't that complicated. We just need to try to understand each other."
Ryo nodded, feeling that he deeply agreed with Sakuya's thoughts. "I think so too," he said, "With just a little patience and love, we can get through anything."
They remained in the room together, holding each other close in the best way they knew how while they waited for the cookies to bake. Neither Sakuya's soccer nor Ryo's other concerns could disturb the serenity of this moment. They were focused solely on each other's presence, and perhaps that was what they both truly needed.
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They were at Ryo's house. They were both lying on his bed. They were facing each other, but Ryo wasn't looking into Sakuya's eyes and Sakuya noticed. He asked with a grin. "Where are you looking?"
Ryo stuttered. "Oh I don't know, I didn't notice." Sakuya smiled at Ryo's cuteness when he saw her embarrassed for the first time. He cupped her left cheek with his hand and kissed her soft lips. This only made Ryo blush more. Sakuya chuckled at her.
"I think this is the first time I've seen you embarrassed." Ryo laid his head on Sakuya's chest and shook his head. "I'm not embarrassed! I'm just not used to it right now." Sakuya patted his back
Sakuya rested Ryo's head on his shoulder, caressing his back with his hands. Each touch brought both of their hearts closer. Ryo closed his eyes, taking in Sakuya's comforting feeling. They could hear each other's breathing. They didn't realize how time passed, just wrapped in each other's presence.
After a while, Sakuya lifted his head slightly and kissed Ryo's forehead. "I love you," he said, but this time there was more than just words. The depth of his feelings could be felt in every movement. Ryo leaned his head on Sakuya's chest and took a deep breath, a slight smile appearing on his lips in response to Sakuya's sincere words.
"Don't leave me," he whispered, his voice almost like a sigh. Sakuya hugged him tightly, feeling his heart beat faster at Ryo's words. Embracing Ryo's body, he felt the peace of being with him even more.
Sakuya slowly wrapped his hands around Ryo's waist and gently patted his back. "I will always be by your side," he said, this time his voice was very calm and reassuring. "No matter how hard you push me, I'm here."
Ryo opened his eyes a little more relaxed and looked at Sakuya. But this time, his eyes did not carry fear or anxiety, only a deep peace. Sakuya's embrace gave him confidence. A sweet smile flowed from Ryo's mouth. "It's so nice to feel this."
Sakuya gently placed his lips on Ryo's cheek and said, "Then we will always remember this moment." "We will be together forever." These words aroused the deepest feelings in both of them.
After a while, Sakuya looked into Ryo's eyes and gently moved closer to touch his lips to Ryo's. Each movement made Ryo feel more at peace. When their lips touched, it was as if time had stopped. They could only feel each other, nothing else mattered.
As they hugged each other, they said one thing: "Together, anything is possible." And these words echoed in both of their hearts forever.
They closed their eyes and left themselves to the warmth of sleep and each other.