Selcouth

Chapter 9

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Third Person's POV

"Anywho, let's go?" Akaashi nodded, checking his sling bag if he forgot something. The bag was filled with baby necessities, like thermos for the milk, or diapers, or gel and powder.

But then Akaashi snapped his focus towards Bokuto, whose hand grazed his when the older took the bag. Both their cheeks flushed just by the mere contact. "Uhhh, I'll take the bag. It looks heavy" Bokuto answered, averting his gaze. Akaashi nodded and they continued to walk.


Both males soon stopped before a car, it made Akaashi cock a brow towards Bokuto who went opened the front seat "we're using your car?" Akaashi asked.

Bokuto chuckled "well, it's not mine. It's nee-san's but I just got my license! Also because nee-san rarely uses this!" Bokuto told. Akaashi nodded, as he silently entered and sat.

Bokuto entered the driver's seat. "Are you comfortable?"

"Yes.."Bokuto nodded before he twisted the key, bringing the car to life. It made a soft buzzing, the a/c started to blast in the vehicle. Bokuto pulled the lever and gripped the wheel "here we go"

After 40 minutes of Bokuto's surprisingly very safe and good driving with soft and jazzy music playing on the radio, they reached the mall. The three individuals entered the building, feeling the cool a/c air colliding against their skins.

"The baby section?" Bokuto asked replied by a nod from Akaashi who was already walking towards the said place. Aito's chin was on Akaashi's shoulder, studying the vibrant and loud place of the mall, Bokuto chuckled at his curious expression.

The first thing the males saw were a lot of baby walkers of various colors and designs. Bokuto parted his mouth, releasing a long awww as he ran towards the walker's, excited to pick one. "Akgashi, what about this?! Or this?? Maybe this?!"

Akaashi sweat dropped at the sight of Bokuto running and suddenly appearing somewhere. He continued walking, specifically towards the baby milk bottles "AKGAASHI!" Bokuto called.

"Let's choose together!" Bokuto wailed. Akaashi, with his usual expression spoke "you can choose the walker, I'll be in the bottle section." Akaashi informed.

But as he continued to walk, he noticed someone was following him. He turned around and wasn't surprised when he saw Bokuto with a down casted expression. "I wanna go with you.."

Akaashi remained uninterested but deep inside, he was giggling at Bokuto for being so cute. He sighed "alright, don't try to break something there, okay?" Akaashi said, making Bokuto's mood instantly brightened.


Bokuto studied the different kinds of bottles, making sure he doesn't break them or anything though they are made for plastic. "Wow..." He breathed out, carefully raising the bottle that caught his attention.

"Akasheh, look!" He whisper-shouted, getting Akaashi's attention. Bokuto showed him the bottle. It's rubber and cover being a color brown, the whole bottle was printed with cute brown owls.

Akaashi parted his mouth, going near the bottle "wow, it is cute. And of a nice material. Good job." Akaashi praised, getting the bottle from the older's grasp. Bokuto did a mental victory dance, praising himself that managed to get something Akaashi likes.

Akaashi added another bottle, courtesy of Bokuto who chose it. Another owl milk bottle except that it was gray and the owl had a different appearance than the first bottle they chose.

They soon moved to the clothes section. Akaashi soon gave it up all to Bokuto, since Bokuto begged to pick the clothes and practically.. everything. Bokuto picked clothes of color brown, grey, cream, light brown, beige, and other dark but light colors. Akaashi frowned, feeling that the choices Bokuto picked was too much.

They bought Jumpers, T-shirts, socks, gloves, cotton beanies, shoes, and bibs. Akaashi was already suspicious of Bokuto on why all these objects had printed owl designs or why they must be specifically brown or gray.

"Okay, how about we add another color?" Akaashi piped earning a very excited nod. The older picked baby blue, pastel yellow and other baby and pastel colors. It made Akaashi sigh in satisfaction.

"Okay, what else?" Akaashi asked towards the older who studied their cart which didn't even fill the cart half way.

Man, Akaashi I thought you love shopping. Where's the shopping spirit now? Bokuto thought "we move to his highchair." The older replied. He pushed the cart as Akaashi walked forward with Aito.

Bokuto's first target was the gray highchair. The owl printed on it seemed like it was Bokuto's favorite model. Akaashi focused on Aito who made a noise, looking towards a specific brown colored highchair, the owl model Akaashi secretly is fond of.

In the end, they bought a baby stroller, a baby rocker, and Bokuto's choice of Aito's baby walker. All in all, Bokuto was the one who chose these things, Akaashi just let him since he loved watching both Bokuto and Aito interact. The owl looking boy would crouch down to his chest and show Aito what he got.


"Akgashi, you look tired.." Bokuto piped from behind. Akaashi came to a halt. He was still carrying the baby but he looked damn tired "This is actually the first time I got tired all because of shopping.." he quietly mumbled but Bokuto heard it clearly, making him laugh and ruffle Akaashi's hair who groaned at the gesture.

"Well, why don't you take a sit at the bench right there?" Bokuto pointed towards the said empty bench. "While I go pay for these things." He suggested. Akaashi wanted to oppose of the idea but Aito began to whimper and squirm. Akaashi knew he was hungry.

"Okay, take care Akgahshe" Bokuto told, handing Akaashi the sling bag before running, pushing the cart towards the cashier. Akaashi had no choice but to obliged, silently going towards the bench.

He sat down, expertly holding Aito with one hand, the other already grabbing the ready to drink milk from the bag. He opened the cap with his mouth "Open wide Aito-kun~" he cooed, placing the rubber against Aito's lips. The baby instantly drank and ate in silence. Akaashi smiled at the sight, internally cooing.

7 minutes later, Aito finished the whole bottle. Akaashi quickly placed the empty bottle in the bag before he patted Aito's back, receiving a loud satisfying burp. Akaashi sighed and continue to hug the baby "Good job Good job Aito-kun!" Akaashi praised, making his voice high pitched.

"Ahm excuse me." A female voice called from the side. Akaashi opened his eyes in which he did not notice he closed and faced the short petite lady with a group of friends from behind. Blue neck-length hair that brought out her pink colored eyes. She wore a yellow Sunday dress with a bright smile on her face.

"May I take a picture with you and the baby?" She asked hopefully. Akaashi felt nervous that his palms were beginning to sweat, unconsciously gripping the baby tighter to his chest. He wanted to tell the girls that he was uncomfortable but he had no heart to, not when the girl looked so hopeful.

He sighed and scooted for space "sure.." he quietly answered. The girl squealed and sat next to Akaashi who tensed. Her friends began shuffling in front of them, the one in the front pulled out a small phone.

The pink haired lady posed her finger to a V, placing it near her left eye. Akaashi managed to pull of a smile, setting Aito on his lap. The baby kept his gaze upon the girls who were silently squealing. "Smile!" The girl holding said and took a snap. After a couple of them, they stopped.

The pink haired girl smiled as she scanned the photos. Oh my gosh, he looks so pretty! She silently cheered. She then bowed deeply "Thank you so much!" She exclaimed happily before waving goodbye, leaving with her friends.


Akaashi eyed her figure, bouncing his leg where Aito was placed. The baby liked the constant moving. He flinched when he felt a pat on his shoulder, looking behind him, he saw an elderly couple. "Good noon son, we saw those group of girls awhile ago, would mind if I can take a picture?" The old lady asked.

Akaashi sweat dropped, once again feeling anxious. Yes I mind, his head wanted to say that but once again, he felt guilty "no I don't..." He scooted for space once again. But this time, the couple noticed his tensed stance "it's fine son, we just wanted a picture of you and the baby.."

That sentence lifted a bit pressure on his shoulders Akaashi nodded and wrapped his arms around the baby, before smiling. Both couples eyes the camera, smiling before taking two snaps. "Thank you so much son. You should know, your baby looks so cute!" She cooed, patting Aito's head. Somehow it triggered Akaashi that someone was touching the infant yet he let it go, since it was an old lady who did it.


Akaashi thought it was over but then another pat came on his shoulders. He didn't want to look but his instincts say other wise. "Excuse me.." a tall blonde man with vibrant green eyes, smiled. "I just wanted to say that your baby is so cute!" He squealed. Akaashi was proud, a lot of people said that his baby is cute, it made him prideful.


"Thank you-" but he didn't expect the stranger to suddenly pinch Aito's cheeks without permission. His fingers twitched, wanting to break the man's fingers but held in. He gripped Aito protectively, shielding him from the stranger "Can you ask permission next time?" Aito whimpered "You made him uncomfortable" Akaashi didn't mean to spat but he did.

The stranger might have caught Akaashi's tone and frowned "Hey, there's no need to get angry!" he exclaimed, only to get furious when Akaashi didn't bother to look and reply "Bitch, what's there anyway?" He wanted to grab Akaashi's soft black locks but was stop by a muscly arm, holding his forearms with strength.

The blonde clicked his tongue "What's your dea-" He stopped when he saw the man who owned the muscly arm that stopped him. A tall muscly man stood before him. White hair with black streaks gelled upwards. A deep frown on his face, bringing a dangerous glint in his golden orbs. The muscly man was bringing a lot of bags but he was pursing his lip, tilting his head as he harshly pushed the blonde's hand away.

"Your making our baby uncomfortable. Leave.." Bokuto growled, hiding a frowning Akaashi who glared at the blonde as well, holding Aito's head and pulling the baby a little more closer to himself.

The blonde open and closed his mouth like a fish out water. He then frowned "Sorry.." He apologized with gritting teeth, nevertheless, he bowed before quietly leaving.

Akaashi released a breath in which he didn't knew he held it in, bouncing his leg to ease up his anxiousness and Aito's. Bokuto glared the blonde's figure until he was far enough. His heavy and drop dead serious expression instantly vanished as he crouched down in front of Akaashi, placing all the things he bought down.

"Kaashi, did he hurt you? Aito-kun is he fine? Sorry I came late.." Bokuto interrogated, holding Akaashi's cheek and inspecting him, same goes for Aito, before he guiltily apologized. "It's not your fault Bokuto-san.." Akaashi assured.

"Well, let's go home?" Akaashi silently nodded. Bokuto stood up and grabbed all their items also Akaashi's bag of baby necessities. "Bokuto-san, I can take some." Akaashi offered. Bokuto merely shook his head before he did a closed eye grin "It's fine Akgashi, After all you are holding Aito-kun. And so that I can my muscles to use!" He happily exclaimed with a booming laugh. Akaashi rolled his eyes but chucked quietly.

Bokuto decided to walk behind Akaashi, so that he can keep his eyes on the younger and the little baby. They walked silently till they reached the parking lot. "Uhhhh Kaashe?" Bokuto called out. Akaashi hummed as a reply, tearing his gaze away from Aito who stared at Bokuto with his royal blue adorable eyes.

"Can.. can you get my car keys? If that's not a problem?" Bokuto asked, lifting the things he bought as if he was saying that he can't get it due to his hands being full. "Sure" Akaashi replied, stepping closer to the older. "Where'd you place it?"

"The right pocket." Bokuto answered. Akaashi bent down, reaching the keys inside the warm fabric. Wow, it's warm. It must be because of all his muscles.. Akaashi thought before he blushed, thinking that it was vulgar to think of his upperclassman like that. Finally feeling the familiar metal of the keys, he pulled it out.

Bokuto's POV

Akaashi crouched down and I couldn't help but feel hot all of a sudden, my heart throbbed against my chest. I looked away. "Ngh.." I snapped towards Aito-kun who was in front of due to Akaashi's current position. I smiled. Aito-kun looks too pure and cute for this world.

 Bending slightly and leaning in, I placed a kiss on his forehead. Just in time for Akaashi to straighten his posture once again. "Here it is, Bokuto-sssss...." His voice faded as he stared right into me.

I always loved his beautiful gunmetal blue eyes. It always brought peace to me, like the ocean. It's too deep. It's my choice if I'll swim or drown. Either way, it's gorgeous. I also like his long thick lashes that adored his eyes. His cute nose, rosy cheeks. His plump lips...

Unfortunately, he stood straight, holding Aito-kun with both his hands as he cleared his throat, clearly averting his gaze but a vibrant red color covered his cute face. I chuckled as I shook my head. Akaashi quickly turned around and inserted the key, opening the car. He then opened the passenger's seat.

"Thank you~" I sang, placing all the things we bought. Akaashi hummed and plopped himself on the front seat. As I arranged the plastics, my phone vibrated. I fished my phone out and smiled at the message I received.

"Bokuto-san?" I looked towards Akaashi's reflection on the rear mirror "Will you take long?" he asked. I quicken my pace before shutting the door and running towards the driver's "Sorry.." I apologized with a smile.

We were soon on the road, silently driving. I didn't bother to turn the radio, Aito-kun was sleeping in Akaashi's chest. I kept my eyes on the road, eyeing the other cars passing by the other road or beside mine. Just then I heard Akaashi yawn.

I gave him a quick glance "You know Akaashi, you can take a nap" I suggested, breaking the silence. Once again it was quiet. "Won't it...be a bother..?" Akaashi finally replied, in his sleep. Yes, he was already dozing off. I chuckled silently before looking at both sleeping individuals. It made my heart pound. It was really a sight to see. How I wish my eyes were instant cameras. I sighed and mentally took a photo of them.

A few minutes of driving silently, I arrived at Akaashi's house. I glanced at the house before looking towards an Akaashi who was deep in slumber. I pursed my lip, before leaning in, my hand carefully traveling towards the bag he carries.

I rummaged through it, smiling when I felt his house keys. I cheered silently shaking my arms in victory, it made Akaashi stir in his seat. I slapped my mouth, scolding myself. When I deemed Akaashi was comfortable once again, I silently stepped out of the car and grabbed all the things we bought.

I entered his house, making sure I neatly placed them by the side, only one exception that was placed atop the coffee table. I smiled, feeling proud of myself. I hurriedly went outside, making sure I locked Akaashi's house and putting the keys in his bag once again and went towards the car, plopping myself in.

I sighed before I started the car, driving to the destination I planned for Aito-kun and Akaashi.

What, you think that Aito-kun's celebration was all about his baby shopping? Hah! wrong.

Third Person's POV

Akaashi woke up, licking his lips and squinting his eyes. He noticed that the sky outside was in a pinkish orange color, birds flying through the vast sky. He glanced towards Bokuto who didn't seem to notice he's awake, and surprisingly, was still driving. "Bokuto-san?" Akaashi called out.

Bokuto hummed with a big smile on his face, keeping his gaze ahead of him. Akaashi secretly loved the side profile he was getting. "We still haven't arrived?" He asked. Bokuto nervously chuckled, his eyes creasing in worry as cold sweat dripped down from his forehead. "I plan to take you two somewhere.." He replied.

Bokuto knew that Akaashi isn't very fond of big crowds and people. He knew that the younger only opens up and becomes a chatter box with only the right group of people he knew and could trust on. He continued driving, stepping on the accelerator as he drove to a turn Akaashi is oddly familiar of.

The raven head frowned as he stared outside the window. It's so familiar, I'm sure I went to this place a lot of times... Akaashi thought before he widened his eyes because of a possible realization. Is it perhaps, Bokuto is-

The owl looking boy parked in front of a garage Akaashi has seen a million of times. The raven head couldn't help but squint his eyes towards the older who averted his gaze with a nervous chuckle escaping his lips, rubbing his nape.

"Koutarou-kun! Keiji-kun! You finally arrived!"