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"Chuuya, you're always too serious. Lightening up wont kill you!" A voice that could annoy anyone with perfect precision like an artform. Dazai was a master at that, any button that he could see will be pressed and the victim of his antics are more than likely to fall for it if they arent insanely clueless or just find him hilarious.
Unfortunately, Chuuya was both annoyed and charmed by the boy. They're seventeen, though theyve already known eachother since freshmen year. Unfortunately. "And this is coming from the guy who asks me to date him? Out of the blue for that matter. Seems like something i should be serious for!"
right! He did do that didnt he? Dazai was maybe too caught up in the moment, something about sitting on a roof with Chuuya, skipping school to watch the sunrise far from where they're ment to be.. Seemed to cause a slipup!
"Oops?"
"Oops....?" Chuuya scoffed, his eyes rolling to the side to look away from the ridiculous expression plastered on dazais face. "You're insane. Don't say things you dont mean."
"So chuuya wants me to mean it!" Dazai's pitch spiked, if he were anymore enthusiastic he would've had an embarrassing voice crack.
His hand found Chuuya's shoulder, pushing on it to entice Chuuya to look back toward him "Im right arent I? Not like anyone know's my dog better than me!"
"You're annoying me, it doesn't matter anyway." Chuuya's eyebrows furrowed, he knew Dazai was just being stupid on purpose, probably trying to get a rise or some of reaction outta him. But chuuya is smart enough to see that, atleast thats what he thinks.
In reality Dazai's mind and heart were reeling, how could he make such a mistake? He'd been keeping this under lock and key for literally ever! Great, great.
He might aswell just keep going, he has nothing to lose right? Well, he does. But who cares!
"Chuuya im not kidding. Well, maybe a little.. But not about dating you." Dazai leaned forward, trying to catch a glimpse of Chuuya's expression, to gauge his thoughts, his emotions. Out of everyone in the world, Chuuya's the one who's been able to surprise him. Apart of him absolutely hates it. He's used to knowing what people think, to know everything about a situation from a single action or word.
Another part of him? It seeked the thrill. An itch in his sick brain that only Chuuya could scratch. Every surprise Chuuya brings only pulls Dazai closer, on the edge of his seat eager to know what'll happen next whenever they're together.
"You can't be serious." Chuuya has finally broke the silence that was barely silent at all. It spoke volumes, and the mornings were never shy. He looked at dazai, as if he was gonna push him off the roof if he dared to say something stupid.
Dazai laughed, but this time it wasnt to mock Chuuya. "Usually! But i guess you're not the only one who can be surprising." His smile was sickeningly fond, Chuuya hated it, but mostly hated that he liked it.
Theres a long list of things he hates, Dazai might make the top. He hates dazai alot, he hates his brown eyes and how much they shimmer like amber in the sun.. He hates Dazai's brown hair and how it glows like the purest sunshine IN THE SUN. Well shit maybe he hates the sun now too, It makes Dazai too bright. It highlights the features he hates too much. Well most of all? He hates that he loves him anyway. It's just too cliche.
"So will you? You never gave me a straightforward answer y'know!" Dazai gave a sing-song tone, rocking side to side witha slow rhythm almost to sooth his nerves while he waited for an answer that'll either save him, or drive him into a hole so deep he'll never see light again!
ok, MAYBE a bit dramatic, but it's dazai! And he's not planning on getting over it if Chuuya rejects him. He didn't when they first met and he won't now either!
Chuuya huffed quietly, glaring at nothing. Dazai almost felt sorry for the blank space infront of Chuuya!
"You really piss me off."
"That's not new!"
"Shut up and let me speak?" Chuuya sighed, a single blink and he was looking at Dazai again. He really wanted to punch him. "You piss me off, Alot. You're asking something stupid from me. You're so annoying, couldn't of put atleast a little effort?"
Well jeez. If Dazai knew he'd be getting a brick without even a peck of a kiss, he wouldn't of came here with Chuuya at all! He was thinking of a witty response, to take it back as another joke like he did two years ago, but Chuuya beat him to it
"Fine."
Fine?
Fine?
Dazai was caught off guard, he needed to shift gears, that was too fast and too slow. Is chuuya trying to kill him? To get revenge on the two years of annoyance and pull a sickly evil prank? No, Chuuya's not like that.
"Then thats settled, we're boyfriends now!" Dazai declared with purposeful loudness as if the whole universe needed to know. Did it not? He's not gonna be some secret love affair after all!
"You're an idiot, I hope you know." Ouch!! No need for the insults! We all know who's sleeping on the couch tonight.
"Yea well, you love me anyway."
"You're so full of it! You know damn well I confessed and asked you out!" Suddenly they are both in their shared dorm, years into the future!
Dazai was having such a wonder time reminiscing that he almost forgot what the point of this was. Oh right! Getting out of dishes! "Up for debate! What matters is, We've been together for awhile. And you know i love you soooooo very much! Which is why it pains me to conveniently leave for coffee at this moment!" Dazai has rushed out of the dorm, having Chuuya scoff with frustration.
"Damn idiot. He's lucky I love him." He was muttering mindlessly to himself, looking around the room when his eyes landed on their stained calendar. It was years old but neither or them bothered to get a new one, or to just trash it.. So theyve just been reusing it.
There was a distinct red heart around a specific day, Chuuyas eyes lighting up. He'd never forget, their anniversary is coming up! Great, Dazai probably already has a plan to make it spectacular like every year. But Chuuya is determined to outshine him this year!
Every anniversary so far, Dazai has been able to one up every gift, every date. But not this time! This time Chuuya is gonna show him how truly romantic he can get.
Well he certainly isn't failing, He is wealthy and an incredibly hard worker. So he already completely booked out an expensive restaurant for two hours, ordered well made fake skeleton flowers, Planned out different spots and a whole schedule for the day!
As for gifts? Well for one he's the greatest gift of all. Tch!!
..And for second he may have bought him some designer clothes and extra crab. Plus extra bandages! He's just the best boyfriend isnt he.
It was fucking hard keeping all this on the downlow, Dazai's a damn SNOOP and too smart for his own good. He'll obviously know he's gotten him something by now since their anniversary is coming up.. So he hid basically everything in their kitchen.
Dazais banned from the kitchen so it worked!
Now seriously, Its the day.
Chuuya woke up early with the familiar sound of hell doom and misery. Or more commonly known as the alarm clock.
He groaned, tossing himself onto his back. He half expected his arm to land on Dazai, but it seems he left. Chuuya's head tilted, his gaze sharp like a blade that's been dulled.
He shouldntbe surprised, whatever Dazai had planned is probably already in action, so who's he to keep a man waiting? He got up and clicked on the alarm clock, yawning into his elbow as he treaded to the door. He sensed incoming faggotry, And he'd be spot on.
Right as he opened the door he was basically smacked with a bowl of rice and udon.
"Goodmorning slug! I got you breakfast, its your favorite! And also getting cold." Dazais voice cut through the peaceful silence in such an abrupt way that the only thing stopping Chuuya from killing him was the fact he's too tired, and the smell of good food, which was very obvious not made by him.
"So who'd you pay into making this?" Chuuya asked after kissing dazais cheek, taking the bowl and walking with him to the kitchen.
"Im hurt! You really think id stoop so low into paying? Of course I asked kouyou to do it! And she likes you so she agreed pretty fast. Such a shame it took so long for her to approve of me!" Dazai dramatically put a hand to his heart, and the other to his forehead. His ridiculous behaviour earning a snicker of laugher from Chuuya.
"Rightt, well I guess I'll appreciate it, since you requested it yourself. But my surprises are surely gonna wipe you off your feet this year." Chuuya elbowed Dazai's side, carefully setting the bowl down and basically gliding into his seat. he didn't waste anymore time before eating his meal, Dazai was right, it was getting cold. It was lukewarm at best but honestly still delicious.
"Whatever you say slug!"
After his own breakfast he got on with making Dazai's himself. He knew the other was watching, probably having not much better to do. But he didn't mind. "You're so not ready for all i have planned. I cant wait to see the look on your face."
"Oh? Well if chuuya keeps hyping himself up im just gonna get curious!" Dazai chimed in, testing to see how low Chuuyas guard is.
"I guess you're gonna have to suffer. It's a surprise after all." After setting a plate of freshly cooked crab infront of Dazai, he sneakily opened a cabinet, grabbing something out of it.
"Is it good? Hurry up and take a bite before I lose my patience."
"My my, You're certainly pushy today!" Dazai announced before taking a bite from his fork, agh damn.. Chuuya never fails to bless his taste buds. "Mmm.. I guess its good.. For a dog.. Maybe if I eat fast enough ill choke and di-"
"Okay shut up and eat. You're welcome." Chuuya rolled his eyes with a smirk, lifting his hand to reveal a small bouquet of the fake flowers. "Here, they're fake so they'll never die."
"Aww, like our love?"
"Dont be stupid."
"Fine fine."
Dazai took the flowers and set them down in his lap while he continued to enjoy his breakfast. Typically crab seems more of a dinner food but he'd never complain.
It wasnt long til he was finished, and it was even less time til they were out the door.
Chuuyas being rushy, pushy.. But he'll be damned if today isnt perfect.
They ended up having a wonderful time the whole day. They had a walk to a cafe for drinks before going to an arcade for awhile, then lunch, then more agonizing walking.
It was around 9pm when they reached the restaurant, Every seat empty. "Jeez, did you rent out this whole place?" Dazai asked as a joke, but he saw the look in Chuuyas eye that made him know he's right on the money.
"Aww chibi, thats so sweet!"
"Yea whatever dont mention it. Just pick a spot while I get us a menu." Chuuya shooed Dazai with his hand while he walked to the front lady to 'check in'
He got their menu and found dazai in a booth. Despite literally making sure no one would be here for atleast 2 hours, Dazai still chose To be right in the corner. Well it was nice to see that old habits never die.
Conversation flowed naturally, Like a script perfectly curated by the universe. Dull moments didnt really exist between them.
"Well we're both done eating, And it looks like the suns setting low now, so I have somewhere to take you. Cmon, don't lag behind!" Dazai was already stood and walking to the exit. Chuuya groaned quietly, swiftly placing enough cash for a boat down on the table before catching up to Dazai.
"Does it ever occur to you that waiting up for people is an option?"
"Huh? What's that supposed to mean? Chuuya makes no sense!"
Dazai walked faster, probably the most exercise he's gotten in forever. Chuuya didn't let him get too far ahead though.
"Annddd, here we are!"
Before them was a fairly large lake, it took some time to even get here so it was already dark. The moonlight was shining onto the water, making it look more like a huge ditch filled with ink.
"Wow, it's beautiful.." Chuuya muttered, studying the sight infront of them. His heart was fluttering, this is a nice view to experience.. Especially with Dazai.
"Its amazing but, certainly doesnt surpass the day of romance i gave you" Chuuya smirked, glancing at dazai who already had a mischievous look in his eyes.
"Hm? It doesnt? Oh well, guess I have to use my final resort!"
Chuuya laughed, not even noticing that Dazai had grabbed his hand "Oh yea? And what could that-.."
Dazai got down, resting on one knee. He looked up at Chuuya who's breath was stolen away.
"Dazai..?"
"Chuuya, We've been together for a long time now. I might not always be the best at showing it.. But i really do love you. You bring so much light into my life that it blinds me. Everyday im reminded of how hard you work, of how amazing you are." Dazai didnt break eye contact for a second, keeping chuuyas hand in his own.
"You've stayed by my side, even through my darkest of days. You've seen me at my lowest and yet you chose to stay. I cant thank you enough, and ill never be able to repay you, but maybe this can come close."
Dazai reached into his pocket, pulling out a ring with a beautiful blue gem. "Chuuya nakahara, I want to spend the rest of my life with you, however long that may be. Will you make me the happiest man in the universe, and marry me?"
Chuuyas Heart was beating so hard he could feel it in his whole body, the cold air couldnt chill the warmtn he felt. He's never been bad at expressing his emotions, expressing what he wants. But right now he felt frozen in shock. Thai stupid man.. This stupid, amazing, annoying man.
"Yes, yes of course I'll marry you." Chuuya spoke breathlessly, tears filling his eyes in time with dazais. "You idiot thats not even a question.." He muttered right after, almost scolding dazai for having to ask.
Dazai sighed in relief, slipping the ring onto chuuyas finger and standing upright to pull him into his arms. "Good, now you'll only ever be my dog"
Chuuya was too overwhelmed with happiness and other emotions to care about Dazai's stupid words. He's loved Dazai for so long, He's been thinking of marriage for awhile, he never expected dazai to beat him to it.
They held eachother for a long time. Not many words were shared, they didn't need to. Their body language said everything. Chuuya didn't want to let go, but he did. Only enough to look up at Dazai "You just had to make sure you won again, didnt you?"
"Well of course. No way im losing to a slug" Dazai smiled, his gaze loving. Nothing could make this moment better.
Chuuya pulled his hand up to look at the ring, it was beautiful.. And looked expensive. "How'd you get this..? Dazai this looks expensive."
"It was, But it was worth it. Dont worry I didnt steal or anything. I had a little help getting it." Dazai looked at the ring with Chuuya, he's certainly proud of himself.
"It's beautiful. I love you 'samu."
"I love you more, slug.
They both leaned in, like second nature. Their lips met in a kiss so loving that it could make gods jealous.
They're soulmates. That much is true, set in stone and written in the stars. Two diamonds, a dangerous duo that was more perfect than romeo and juliette, more perfect than the day and night.
They didnt sleep much that night!