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• Caesarinoo~

A voice screamed before hugging me from behind, pressing his cheek against mine, pulling me into a warm embrace.

• Jojo, what’s gotten into you lately? Are you touch-starved, or why are you sticking to me like honey?
• Aww, but isn’t it normal to give affection to one’s friends?
• Well, in some people? Yes. But in you? No. So spit it out. What's troubling you?

He undid the embrace before answering my question, avoiding my gaze and fixating it on the floor instead. I noticed a small blush spread across the top of his ears; oh shit, he looks like a girl before confessing her feelings.

• So, are you gonna tell me? You can shut it if you don’t want to.
• How should I say it, you know, Caesar, you are really experienced, and umm, I kinda feel anxious with both wedding rings threatening my life. So I was wondering how some things feel and you’re the perfect person to help… So, I hope you hear me clearly because I won’t repeat it. Caesar, can you show me how love feels?

A huge blush appeared all over my face when hearing his words. Was this guy insane? Boys don’t kiss other boys! Maybe I should punch some sense into that brain because what the fuck was he suggesting?

• Jojo, are you out of your mind? Don’t you realize we are both men? I can introduce you to some girls if you want, but leave me out of this.
• Come on! We won’t go all the way, just some daily dosis of love? Caesarino, aren’t you sad that I could die without experiencing it?, not even a single drop of affection? You can save me, my dear sexy Italian partner.
• Ugh, Joseph…
• Pretty please, Ceasar?

Ugh, this guy and his stupid puppy eyes. His ideas are bad, but this one might be the worst of all. But before I could think things clearly, my voice echoed

• Okay, Jojo. But don’t expect huge things from it.
• You’re the best!

He said while jumping to hug me, leaving a quick kiss on my cheek, making my cheeks redden. I already could sense what a huge mistake I just made by agreeing to this nonsense. 

As the days passed without any strange action from Jojo, I thought that maybe he wouldn't actually do anything and maybe he managed to calm his anxiety. Although that calmed me, I shouldn’t have lowered my guard because, what the fuck, was Jojo doing in my room, on my bed, cuddling with me?

• Are you satisfied now, Jojo? If so, go back to your room.

But he just nuzzled against my chest, the sound of his voice muffled by my chest sending shivers down my spine.

• Get off my chest if you're going to talk! Ugh…
• Caesar… you promised to help me; I want to stay the night here.

That damn bastard, again with those puppy eyes. 

• Just don’t move too much through the night, or I will kick you back to your room.
• Yessir!

It took a short time for Jojo to fall asleep, or that is what I thought when his breathing relaxed. Seeing how cozy he made himself, I couldn’t help myself, and I started to caress his hair, curling the ends with my fingers. This side of him was one I’ve never seen. He looked so much calmer than his usual self; it was almost ethereal how he looked right now. Such a weird thought to have from another man, but it was the truth, and I could not deny it. 

I have to say this kind of warmth felt so good that I fell asleep pretty fast afterward. It was only a shame; the moment the sun rose, Joseph had already left my side, but maybe it was for the best; it wasn’t good to become that close with another man. Even if that man was objectively really attractive and really hot when yearning. Oh god, fuck…

The next morning my heart ached at the sight of the empty space next to me. That wasn’t like me. I’ve never felt that way with someone leaving before me in bed, not even with the hottest girls I’ve been with, so what was the difference? Could it be that I was the one getting carried away? That doesn’t make any sense. I can admit I found some guys attractive and had a date with some of them, but they were the total opposite of Jojo. In any case, I shouldn't give him more chances of winning me over, although it was dangerously tempting. I know better than to entangle myself with Joseph. 

My thoughts were abruptly interrupted by the sound of the door opening, a well-known figure entering the room with a tray with food in his hands, a variety of fruits with some pancakes, butter, and maple syrup on the side laid on top. What an American breakfast, very funny considering this guy was from England.

• Caesarino! I brought you breakfast and incredible news!

This guy seemed pretty enthusiastic, with a grin from ear to ear on his face, eager to tell his so-called incredible news, making me pretty interested in whatever he had to say. He made his way into the room, leaving the tray on the nearest nightstand. I sat down on the bed with my legs crossed, following his every move with my eyes as I rested my head on my hand with a teasing smile, encouraging him to speak. 

• Tell me, then, what got you this happy?

He sat down next to me, making me flinch when one of his hands landed on my thigh. I turned my face to him, staring at him with a questioning look, to which he quickly began to speak.

• Hear me out, Caesar. You know what today’s task is? Because I know, Lisa Lisa is planning on making us go to the city for this week's supplies. And you know how clever I am, so I thought we could actually take advantage of this, so how do you see it? Today, you and me, a romantic date in Venice. Think about it. It’s a really good idea.

I looked at his face, then at his grip on my thigh, and at his face again; this guy was actually serious about it. Just how much did he want to experience? But thinking it better, I could take this as a “date” as he says and make him pay for everything we do. And maybe enjoy some good time with him as well, platonic only, of course.

• Do you really want to take me on a date?

His head moved up and down eagerly in such a cute way. Shit, he really knew how to convince me to do things.

• Okay, but have in mind today is your treat, so I expect a grand date from you, Mr. Joestar.
• Don’t doubt it, Caesar, but now eat so we can leave as fast as we can

And he wasn’t lying, as the moment I finished getting ready, he was already pulling me out to the shore of the island, where a small red boat awaited us. Inside lay a bag with a list of the items we had to buy and the cash for it. Once I started the engine and began to drive, Jojo hugged me from behind, resting comfortably his jaw on my shoulder, his hair tickling me as it was blown by the wind.

• Is it necessary for you to stick to me? Get me some space.

A little laugh escaped Joseph’s mouth as a response, although I was the one complaining about it; I didn’t move or make anything to change the situation, either the position. It was a nice moment even if I expressed it otherwise. The rest of the trip to the city was pretty silent, as talking I mean, Jojo spent most of the time humming whatever song it was while playing with strands of my hair, it was almost like a love birds movie scene, except we weren’t love birds.

As we made our way into the city, I took the role of guiding him through; after all, this was my home city.

• We can get the supplies before leaving; for now, let’s enjoy our date, okay, Jojo? - A light blush appeared at the tip of my ears as I spoke; it was quite embarrassing to say those things to Jojo.
• Come on, Caesar, it's not everyday that I have you all for myself —he said with a grin as he grabbed my hand, pulling me randomly into the busy streets. Did he even know where he was going?

Most of the date was spent running through busy streets, looking at shops and local businesses, we stopped to rest at nearby bench, just talking about everything we were going through, the training, the fears it arose and some trivial stuff. But our conversation was rudely interrupted by the loud sound of Jojo’s grumbling stomach, to which I had no other choice than to burst out laughing. He seemed pretty embarrassed by it, as his face was cutely flustered.

• You know, Jojo? A first date wouldn’t be complete without visiting a place meaningful to us, so what do you think about going to the restaurant where we met?
• Alright, but our first date, you say? That means there will be more in the future, am I right?
• I rolled my eyes at his playful tone. - Depends on your behavior, so behave. Now pull your ass up, let’s go have lunch.
• I would lie if I said I was surprised with Jojo’s choice of food. He seemed obsessed with his pasta al nero di seppia. 
• Are you actually committed to recreate our first meeting? Will you throw them at me with hamon too? - I said while I giggled 
• Only if you happen to be flirting with someone like that time, but for today I’ll pass, only because your date now is me. 
• You’re insufferable, Jojo. - I said with a fake annoyed voice, but my smile betrayed me; I was actually enjoyingmyself.
• But you like me like this, don’t you? And I bet your next line will be “ugh, just shut up.”
• Ugh, just shut u- Jojo. You're tempting your luck too much, but you’re right, that’s how I like you —I said while I wiped some sauce off my mouth, looking at anything but him.

His laugh was everything I could hear right now, and I swear he won’t be shutting his mouth about this for a very long time. 

Some days passed after our date; contrary to my expectations, Jojo’s attempts for romantic affection were very few, as our training increased and our final test was literally tomorrow. 

And being honest, I kind of missed having Jojo everywhere with me, but I would like to think it’s because I got used to it and now it isn’t there. Anyways, perhaps it's for the best; we really need to focus right now. So why the fuck I am following him into a deserted area when we should be training. More than thinking if this guy was insane, I should be thinking if I am the mad one keeping with his nonsense.

• Jojo, where are we going? Our test is in a few hours; we should be training. - but he didn’t answer, he just continued a little farther before reaching and pulling me against the wall. ¡Jojo! What’s gotten into you
• Calm down, Caesarino, I actually thought about it and you wouldn’t like it in a place where people could see us. 
• Don’t tell me it’s another of your request? - I asked while sighing - I already told you when this began not to get ahead of yourself. We can’t do it, one, it’s uncomfortable outside, two, it’s too early for that and we have a test tomorrow. So no, we can’t.
• Well, umm… - he arched his eyebrow, looking at me while trying not to laugh. —I wasn’t planning to do it anyway. I think this time you got ahead of yourself. Were you missing me that bad, Caesarino? - Then he just rested his head in the croak of my neck, his body twitching as he laughed.
• What did you want me to think? Bringing me to a deserted place and speaking of doing things I would prefer privately. You’re the one giving mixed signals, idiot. 

He pulled himself together again, standing straight while looking me with a deep and serious gaze, not like his usual playful one.

• Joseph? I’ll listen to it, so tell me, don’t worry.
• Actually, I wanted to make a final request before our test. The other ones were simple, things a child would do with his first crush. So for this one, I want you to be sure you want to accept it. Caesar, would you let me kiss you?

A huge blush spread across my cheeks, of course I kissed before, even men, but him? Was it really okay to let him kiss me? We’re weird best friends, but this was a non turning point. I know my feelings are not fully platonic, but what about him? I could not let this happen if he just really wanted to mess up with me. I’m not foolish enough to keep falling for him when he’s not.

• I’m sorry, Jojo, but this time I will have to decline. I know I kissed people without having feelings before. But right now I can’t, because I do have feelings for you, and even if I let you do all you wanted before, a first kiss is a no-return point to do with someone you don’t like. So do me a favor, Joseph, give that kiss to a person you really like.
• I felt a tight grip on my wrist as I tried to leave, Jojo pulling me against the wall again, blocking my escape with his arm. - Caesar, when I first met you, I thought you were a smart guy. Do you really think I would ask this to someone I didn’t like? Not even the first thing I asked you to. 
• Oh. I think I overthought it.
• But that means you will surely say yes to my proposal right? - a smirk appeared on his face as he grabbed my chin, pulling my face up.
• That will be happening according to your behavior, so be a good trainer and pass tomorrow’s test. Then we will discuss your reward. 
• You’re really mean, Caesarino…

I laughed a bit, hugging him by his neck, bringing my hands up enough to undo his mask, not bothering to stop it from falling as I pulled my face closer to his. I slowly closed my eyes as our lips touched, making my stomach flutter at the soft feeling of his lips against mine. I pulled away when he began to move his lips, searching to deepen the kiss, putting a finger on his lips, preventing him from kissing me again. 

• Not yet, Jojo. For that you will have to wait and pass your test. Think of it as a motivation. - I said while giggling and picking up his mask to put it back on - now let’s go back to train, Mr, Joestar.
• Wait until everything is over, Caesar. I swear I’ll make you pay. 

So please, Caesar, tell me it’s a bad dream and you will say yes to my requests again… please… Caesar.