Hall Pass - an Ishimondo love story

detention

- Ishimaru's P.O.V -

     A few students were left in the school, but most were gone. As we walk in detention room, I see the teacher give me a cold look, for I was late a few minutes to it due to the occurrence that happened just now. As well, there was no one other then me and Mondo in the classroom.
     - You're late, Ishimaru. - the teacher says.
     - I apologize, mrs. ... - I was cut off by Mondo.
     - He had an occurrence, teacher, do not be hard on him.
     The teacher just gave him a disapproval look and gestured for us to sit down. He take a sit and I sit a chair apart from him. I look as he moves next to my side.
     - If we're gonna be trapped in this shit might as well get to know each other. - Mondo says, breaking the silence between us.
     I was just about to respond as the teacher gets a call and gestures for us to wait, she goes outside to take it.
     - Well... anyhow, you actually desire to know me better? But... you hate me anyway, why do you want to become friends out of the sudden. It's a bet, isn't it?
     - W-woah. What? Dude, I never hated you, what makes you think like that...? And... a bet, really? - he responds, kinda unbelieving it.
     - You...you don't hate me...? Are you being true? - I ask, kinda nervous.
     - Of course I don't, stupid. - he gives me an somewhat worried look.
     - I just assumed you did... your "friend" Leon at least does for sure... - I low my voice for the next part. - he hits me and all...
     - He does what. - Mondo raises his voice and looks at me in disbelief.
    I just stare at him, not knowing how to respond to it. I had always thought Owada was the one to send him to do so.
     I feel a little shiver as I feel Mondo's warm hand touch my neck, making me look directly at him, with a worried look. As if he even cared.
     - I know you probably think I don't care. But I do. I never knew Leon did such things... God, i'm sorry. - he says like he had just read my mind.
     I just smiled back, confused yet relieved I had someone more to trust, he really did seem like he cared genuinely. He soon then leaned for a hug, it was warm, and comfortable. I really can't believe such things would happen, specially with Mondo. He might be a trouble maker, but he has a warm heart after all.
     As we separate from the hug, I can feel my face getting warmer, and tears almost wanting to fall, some actually managing to escape.
     - Hey... - he said in a soft tone, whipping with his finger the tear. - everything is alright. I know how it is to deal with a loss and... you're not alone.
     I looked at him in chock, yet a relieving smile was formed on my face. He made it very comfortable, so comfortable that I leaned for another hug, one that would last longer. He separated our hug, and placed his hand in my cheek, pushing me a bit closer, also getting with his face closer to mine. We both stand back as we hear the door open.
     - Sheesh... sorry I took so long, boys, this was an important call. Anyways, you two may leave now.
     We both gave each other a fast stare and got up to leave. I was just organizing my locker once again so I would be prepared for tomorrow's classes. I didn't even hear Mondo behind me.
     - Hey, nerd. Want me to give you a ride home, I wouldn't want you to walk alone when it's almost dark.
     - Oh... yeah, that would be nice, Mondo, thanks. - I gave him a smile, but see a little chock on his face. - W-whats wrong, are you okay?
     - It's nothing... it's just that... it's the first time you actually called me Mondo, not Owada. - he replies.
     - Oh.! I'm sorry, Owada! I should've payed more attenti-
     - Nah. I like it, kid. - he cut me off. - anyways, let's go, where's your address?
     I told him the address as i finished packing my stuff. Soon then I followed him to outside of the school. Seeing not many people, only Leon.
     - Hey, dude, what took you so long?! - Leon says, running towards Mondo. - And why's the nerd with you?
     - Do not call him like that, Kuwata. - he sounded protective over me. Was it related to what I have said earlier about Leon hitting me? Did he really care that much?
     - Geez, Owada, what's up. - Leon responds, not really liking the tone Mondo was using to talk to him.
     - You've hit him. - Mondo says.
     - What. - Leon replies.
     - You've heard me, damn it. You've hit the fucking boy. Why the fuck would you do that for. - Mondo responds in an angry tone.
     - Mondo... - I say, softly, grabbing onto his arm. - that's not necessary...
     - Oh but it is necessary. - he says referring to me, and taking my hand out of his arm, closing his fist and turning to Leon. - Do you fucking know what this kid goes through?!
     I see he's going to hit Leon. As a hall monitor, it is my duty to stop any sort of fight in the school area. And I take my job very seriously. Not thinking much of my actions, before Mondo gets to actually touch him, I get in front of Leon, making Owada hit me instead. Which results in me falling to the ground and Leon laughing.
     - See, Owada. You're just as bad... - Leon teases.
     - Kiyotaka! - Mondo screams to me, ignoring Leon's words completely. - Leon, get the fuck away from here before I make you.
     Kuwata just leaves, still laughing about it. I'm on the floor and my face is a little scratched, he was so strong there was blood coming out of my nose. Was he really going to hit Leon that hard?
     - Taka? How are you..?
     He grabs me into his arms, and I can see some tears falling, not only that, but it had started to rain.

- Mondo's P.O.V. -

     I did not notice the tears I had in my face, holding him like that reminded me of the moment I had hold Daiya in my arms as he died. I know I had punched Ishimaru hard, but nothing that would get him severely hurt, so I knew there was no motive to panic much.
     - Mondo... I'm alright, I promise you. - he says, in a calming voice, one that felt good to hear, as if Daiya was just telling me he was okay.
     He just not only sounded like Daiya... he looked like Daiya, he really did. Wait. Something's off.
     - Mondo...?
     - Mondo, are you okay?
     His voice... ugh... it hurts my head, so bad, I started to cry more badly.
     - Mondo!
     I hear Taka's voice again, but fantly.
     - Mondo, wake up!
     Kiyotaka was staring at me, with a worried look on his face. I felt something wet on my face, when I touched it, it felt water like. Was I crying?

- Ishimaru's P.O.V. -

     Me and Mondo were hugging as I felt something heavier on my chest, his body. It was heavier. He had fallen asleep. Was it really that comfortable?
     A few minutes have passed since Mondo had fallen asleep, i just stayed there, with my arm around his neck, and his resting head on my shoulder. I was almost falling asleep as well as I feel some wet drips fall on my shirt. It was coming from Mondo.
     I took my arm off of him and made it so I could have a clear look of his face. He was crying, and seemed like he was suffering. He was having a nightmare, I suppose. I decided to try and wake him up. And, with a bit of work, I finally managed to do so. He woke up confused and in tears. Not waiting much to it I hugged him strongly.
     - Hey, Mondo... whatever it is, it's not real, it's not your fault, and you're here now. I'm here now. - I whispered in a soft tone, so it wouldn't come so loud to him.
     He didn't respond, but he had put his arms around my waist, and was hugging me tight. I know he needed this. Maybe it was something about the loss he was talking about earlier. His hug seemed like it at least, I could see it released a bit of his pain.
     - Is it better? - I would still talk calmly.
     He still wouldn't say anything, but he nodded in agreement. A few minutes went by and he finally opened his mouth to speak.
     - Thank you, Kiyotaka.
     After that, he separated the hug, giving me a genuine smile. I smiled back, still a little worried about him. After all, as much as i'm not the best with people, I can read their feelings, and I could tell he was not alright just yet.
     - Alright, I'm sorry if it took me so long. You shall leave. - the teacher said, coming back into the room.
     - Thank you, mrs. - I said, packing my stuff, just to see Mondo waiting for me at the door.
     - Common, nerd, hurry. - Mondo said.
     I finished packing, and went to meet him outside the classroom. As I was about to talk, Leon comes, cutting me, and genuinely making me a little sad.
     - Heyy, man! Finally done with detention? Let's go, dude, we've got a big game tomorrow! No time to waste, let's practice! - Leon said, approaching Mondo.
     - Shit, I forgot about that! Yeah, man, let's go! - Mondo replies.
     I saw them both hold on each other and run out of the halls, I almost screamed at them not to run, but decided not to. I was in hope Mondo and I would spend a little more time together, but I guess not. Hearing from what they have said, I could take a bit of context.
     'Oh shoot, you're right! The game tomorrow!'
As much as Leon was part of the baseball team, we were talking football here. And the school took it very seriously. A big game against another school would be happening tomorrow. Very big, and important, in fact.
     I walk out of the school, watching the stars begin to appear in the sky. It was that late already? Aw, man... I had no other choice anyway, so I began to walk home. I made it home safely, it wasn't that far from school anyways.
     - Hey, father, i'm home! - I scream.
     - Father? - I scream again.
     - Daaad? - I try one last time.
     - ...not home yet, again, huh. - I speak, in a sad tone, to myself.
     Since my mother's death my dad has been working harder and harder. The Ishimaru is a well known name after all, and to cover up my grandfather's mistake, my dad works extra hard. Im also a hardworker, like him. If I weren't, he'd probably hate me for it.
     I decided to take a relaxing bath and get into studying to finish the day, not even bothering to eat, just going straight to bed afterwards.