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Deep breaths Amamiya, deep breaths, Ren thought as he knocked on the door of Sae Niijima's apartment. After what felt like hours (It wasn't even a minute) She opened the door raising a brow at her unexpected visitor.
"Amamiya-Kun? How can I help you?" She gestures for him to sit, which he does.
"Thanks and... it's about Makoto." At that Sae jumps into her old prosecutor mode.
"What about her, is she fine?"
"Oh yeah she's fine I promise it's just umm...." Ren trailed off not knowing how exactly to say what he wanted. Luckily (or unluckily) Sae already had a clue.
"You're here to ask if I'll give you my blessings to marry Makoto, aren't you?"
Leave it to the ex prosecutor to figure that out, "Yeah, I am. We both agreed a while back to wait until after college and we started our careers before marriage, and since we're settled in I was thinking of proposing."
Sae hummed "Answer me something first. If I told you no, what would you do?"
Ren paused, he didn't expect to be asked that. "Honestly? I'd propose either way, but I know how important your opinion is to her and I thought it'd be better if I asked you. You're her only family after all."
Sae let out a bitter scoff at that "Please you're basically her family at this point already. You've lived together for what, 5 years? 6? Even before you treated her better than I did." There was an awkward silence as the two thought about the Phantom Thief days. Sae regretted how she treated her little sister. A lot. Not that she'd ever say it but she's grateful to Amamiya, for being there when she couldn't, or more accurately, wouldn't. "You've done so much for her already. If you just keep treating her how you already are, then yes, I will give you my full support." She paused to take a breath. "I'd give you the whole "break her heart I'll ruin your life" speech, but I already know you're incapable of that. Still, you do know what happens if you hurt her right?"
"I do, and I wouldn't forgive myself if I ever did something like that."
"Good. Now how about you show me the ring?"
A pause, Shit Ren thought. He hasn-
"Have you seriously not gotten a damn ring yet?" Sae glared at him.
"I've narrowed it down to a few!" Ren panicked "I just want to pick one I know she'll like."
Sae rolled her eyes "Please you could get a candy ring and she'd melt like a puppy." A heartbeat "Show me the options at least."
Ren pulls his phone out and shows her the list. "I was thinking this one right here" He points to a simple yet elegant silver ring with a small ruby the shade of Makoto's eyes "My thought was it matches her eyes, and I've always liked her eyes."
Sae snorted "Her eyes? Of course. The two of you are so damn lovesick it's nauseating." She rolled her eyes "That's the one I'd choose as well. I'm not exactly a fashion expert, but the red really does bring out her eyes well."
Ren nodded "Yeah my thoughts exactly. I just wanted to be sure. I'll order it later, then schedule a date where I'll propose." He got up and walked to the door "Thanks" He said looking back to Sae.
"No problem, and text me when you propose."
"I will" With that he was off.
After he left Sae let out another scoff. Her eyes? Really? Well he knows I'd have hit him if he said her ass or something. Makoto always did have mom's eyes.
Tonight. Tonight I propose to the love of my life and pray to whatever god is real, that all goes well, Ren thought for what felt like the thousandth time that day as he got back to his and Makoto's shared apartment. It wasn't too big, just one a living room across from a dining room next to the kitchen, with a main bathroom behind there and a single decent sized bedroom with a smaller bathroom, but it was great for their purposes. The couple never had any serious arguments so there was little need for privacy. Though if necessary the couch was a pullout one thankfully.
As Ren opened the door he was greeted by his lovely girlfriend (Soon to be fiancée hopefully) sitting on the couch with her laptop doing some last minute work as usual.
She looked up as soon as the door clicked shut and smiled "Excited for tonight are we?"
You have no idea "Of course. It's been a few months since we've had a fancy date. We should spoil ourselves every once in a while. Ann said good things about this restaurant so hopefully she isn't full of it." That's a lie. Ren stayed up an entire night researching a good restaurant in a nice area where he could propose on the walk home.
"She probably only ate the dessert." The two exchanged a smirk. Even after all these years Ann's craving for sweets has never dissipated. "But it does have nice reviews. After this report let me get in the shower and then we can get ready."
"Enough room for two in the shower?"
Makoto let out a small scoff and had a wry smile "Last time we both got in the shower we were a half hour late meeting at Haru's party. Futaba and Ann still won't let me hear the end of it"
"I swear that I won't do anything in the shower Koto."
"You said that last time too." She let out a long drawn out sigh "But I suppose if you don't bother me while I finish this report up i may let you join. I won't hesitate to kick you out if you touch though."
"I won't, I swear." That was absolutely a dirty lie
As the two arrived in their seats at the literal last minute before their reservation would've been scrapped, Makoto glared at her boyfriend "You are never joining me in the shower ever again."
Ren merely smirked. "You said that last time too. Besides I didn't hear any complaints while I was worship-"
Makoto kicked his shin under the table "Don't say that in public Ren!" Ren only smirked harder "Ugh why did I fall in love with you?"
"My charm? My looks? The way I make you scre-"
Makoto almost thanked God when the waiter cut him off while taking their order.
The food was good, even if they had better, but the atmosphere was lovely. Makoto wouldn't mind going there again. She's just thankful Ren stopped referencing their activities after the waiter took their order. It's not her fault he's so damn convincing! Or charming! Or good with his t- Damnit I'm doing it again Makoto cut herself off. She had a bad habit of daydreaming about her and Ren's.... intimacy when the two of them were quiet together. She blames the champagne (Even if she didn't finish a single glass. It must be stronger than advertised!)
The two decided to take a walk as the sun had finished setting. Despite Tokyo being a dense city, it still had it's beautiful moments. They were walking along a small river as the fall cold began to hit her. Before she even had a chance to shiver, Ren's jacket had already enveloped her. Damn how can he still be so fast? They decided to stop at a nearby bench.
"It really is a beautiful sight isn't it?" Makoto said
"It is. Though it's not as beautiful as you." Ren said with his shit eating grin causing Makoto to blush, much to her frustration.
Why the hell do I still fall for that cheesy ass joke? He's been using it ever since Hawaii and I fall for it every goddamn time!
"Do you ever stop saying such cheesy lines?" She asked
"Not when they still fluster you."
Ugh he is impossible. It's not her fault she feels like that every time he smiles.
There was a bit of silence until Ren suddenly stood and took a serious yet almost vulnerable tone "I mean it you know. You really are beautiful."
Oh? With how many times he's said it she has started to believe him. Though he doesn't usually say it like that. What's going on?
Ren didn't give her a chance to speak. "When I first met you I was grateful for you helping me out of that panic attack. I really didn't think anything would become of it. I never thought we'd even be friends, let alone start dating, or even fall in love." He paused though she didn't say anything, knowing he would continue. Makoto also noticed he was fighting the urge to pace, which was a bad habit the two had, though only while extremely nervous. Just what is up with him? "You were my first and only in a lot of things. You were the first and only girl I ever had a real crush on. You were the first and only girl I ever kissed. You were the first and only girl I've ever fallen in love with. You... You're really important to me Koto.. I know you know that but, you are. So, so fucking much. I was warned that the whole "High school sweethearts" thing wouldn't last, but I know that's bullshit. I am deeply in love with you even after all these years, hell if anything I only love you MORE now. There isn't a "First and only" anymore. It's just you." He said before IS HE GETTING ON ONE KNEE?!? DOES THIS MEAN WHAT I THINK IT DOES? IS HE FINAL-
"Makoto Niijima, will you marry me?" He said, pulling out a small black box.
On the outside Makoto looked mostly calm. Her eyes were wide and her face was red, but one would assume she was just incredibly flustered. Inwardly? She was freaking out. Hard. HE PROPOSED?! I know I said we should wait until after college but DID HE HAVE TO WAIT THIS- no what matters is he's doing it now. Fighting back tears, Makoto Niijima lets out a small wet laugh, before flinging herself in her nor fiancée's arms. "Of course I will Ren. Nothing would make me happier." Ren tearfully smiled in reply, before putting the ring on her finger. It was somewhat simple almost, it was just plain silver with a ruby in the middle. There was a small line in the silver going around connecting with the ruby. Some might be disappointed. Makoto Niijima was anything but. She loved the somewhat simplistic design, the fact the ruby matched her eyes, the little line giving it some character. It was absolutely "Beautiful. It's beautiful Ren." She said, causing him to smile.
"Will you hit me if I say not as beautiful as you?" Makoto merely laughed in response and threw herself back in his arms before speaking once more.
"I love you Ren. So, so much." The words were simple. Something they've both said to each other dozens of times, and every time it melts the other's heart.
Ren's smile widens, almost inhumanely at this point, before the two get up. "Let's head home Koto" She wrapped her arm in his and leaned her head on his shoulder, as the two fiancée's went home.
PHANTOM THIEF+ CONFIDANT CHAT
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THE TABA: YOU DID WHAT? WITHOUT TELLING ME? @JOKER @JOKER @JOKER
Dumb Blonde: OMG!!!!!!!!!! THAT RING IS SO CUTE. I NEED TO SEE IT IN PERSON NOW!!!
Dumber Blonde: FOR REAL!?!? AND YOU DIDN'T EVEN TELL YOUR BEST BRO? I BETTER BE THE BEST MAN.
THE TABA: Morgana says: "Took you long enough"
Coffee dad: Surprised you waited this long. Good job kid.
Lollipop uncle: Nice. Don't let that one go, kid. She's too good for your punk ass.
FLOOF: I'm so happy for you Mako-chan! I already have so many wedding ideas!!
Inari: It makes my heart swell to see your love has reached this stage of life. I shall draw a portrait of you rivaling even the Mona Lisa.
Sumi: Congratulations Senpais!
GOTH: Who knew the little thing walking into my clinic nervously asking for condoms would have you wrapped around her finger? Nice going girl.
Kawamommy: Never did I think the honor student and the delinquent would get to this point. ALSO WHY IS THAT MY NAME?
GETSMOKEDBOI: Nice going big bro.
NPC: I'm happy for you two! (Futaba I'm sorry for doubting you please change my name back)
Shogi Girl: What a wonderful surprise. I am very happy for you two. You make a beautiful couple.
Chihaya: I don't need to read your fortune to know you two will have a happy future together.
Gramps: I really am surprised the two of you weren't already married by now. Still you have my congratulations.
The Android Sent By Cyberlife: I truly am happy for you two! I wish I could go to the wedding but I'm sure it will be perfect.
Alcoholic: HELL YEAH KID! I already told Lala-chan and the poor girl had to wipe away a tear!
GOATshida: It truly is wonderful to see youth find joy. I am sure the two of you will have a wonderful life together.
Thing 1: It seems she has done more for your rehabilitation than we did.
Thing 2: THIS IS BECAUSE OF OUR HARD WORK INMATE! WITHOUT OUR HELP YOU WOULD BE TOO MUCH OF A MESS TO HAVE ASKED HER!
Lavenza: Apologies, the twins simply wouldn't be content until I let them send their regards. I am happy for you my Trickster. As is master Igor. His words were "The nurturing of a bond of this magnitude is a powerful thing indeed. Some bonds will be unbreakable no matter the odds. Let this be one of them.
OBJECTION!: Congratulations to you two, however didn't I tell you to message me when you finally proposed?