𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝘆𝗲𝘀 - 𝗞𝘆𝗼𝗷𝘂𝗿𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗸𝘂 𝘅 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿

~Chapter 7~

It hasn't even been thirty minutes since Mitsuri decided it was time to leave your place.

"Ahh... I have something to get done back at home!" Mitsuri exclaimed, "I'll get going now! Take care, both of you!"

You knew from the bottom of your heart that what she did was intended.

Mitsuri I'm going to kill you...

"I'm sorry you had to see my place like this, Kyojuro," you chuckled nervously, kicking away an empty bag of chips that was laying on the floor, "I don't usually tidy things up much..."

"Oh! That's alright, (Y/N)! I don't mind!" Kyojuro smiled awkwardly with his usual big smile. You smiled back as you set down a glass of water in front of him.

"Are you... um... feeling any better? Your fever seemed to have cooled down." You said awkwardly, sitting next to him as you checked his fever with the palm of your hand, dusting Kyojuro's cheeks with a soft pink color.

What has this girl done to me...

"Y-yeah! I feel much better!" Kyojuro exclaimed, "I think I need to head home now! I can't leave Sen-" Kyojuro started to cough softly again, interrupting him from finishing his sentence. You gave him a worried glance.

"You're still coughing, Kyojuro..." You thought for a moment before coming up with an idea, "Hey, how about we let Senjuro know you're going to stay at my place since you're sick. And if he wants, he can stay at a friend's house." You started, "I would've let you walk home, but I heard that it might rain again in a few minutes from now, which is no good if you've caught a cold, believe me." You chuckled nervously, tugging at Kyojuro's heartstrings.

"You don't have to do this if you didn't want to, (Y/N)" Kyojuro said, but you waved your hand.

"I told you many times and I'll tell you again, I owe you for taking care of me that day. Besides, we get to hang out with each other more." You smirked playfully, walking towards your tiny kitchen to make something that'll help Kyojuro with his throat. Kyojuro rolled his eyes playfully.

"Whatever you say, darling." Kyojuro said cheekily.

Although you knew that Kyojuro was just messing around, you were glad you were looking the other way, because that one 'darling' made your face redden furiously. Oh my god, face! Stop blushing over every little thing, goddammit.

What did I just call her- Kyojuro's face turned the same shade of red as he buried his face into his hands, embarrassed as he heard the boiling kettle in the kitchen. I didn't just make her feel uncomfortable again, did I?

Kyojuro looked up, this time only covering his mouth, his deep blush still visible. Why was he always feeling different whenever he was around you? Every time you would laugh or just even give him a small grin, a funny feeling would stir up inside of him.  Whenever you got too close to him, he'd tense up, feeling his face grow warm.

Shit... I think I like her.

It was never his intention to fall for you like that. Kyojuro simply wanted to be your friend, but then all these feelings started stirring within him. He never thought he'd fall for someone like that. Not this easily. All it took you to make him feel things was just a small smile or just a small glint in your eyes. Your big (E/C) eyes have always sparkled whenever you'd talk about something you liked so much, or would suddenly darken whenever you would glare at someone who'd give you a judgmental look. Your eyes softly glowed whenever you cried, making Kyojuro want to hold you and let you know that you'll always be safe with him.

He wanted to protect you. He wanted to hold you in his arms. He wanted to please you. He wanted to make you his. He wanted you.

"Kyojuro?" Kyojuro snapped out of his thoughts, his fiery red eyes meeting with your (E/C) ones. You chuckled softly as you placed a mug filled with a drink you made him to help him feel better, "I've called your name five times. You alright?" Kyojuro swallowed his saliva as he nodded, taking the mug.

"Everything's alright, (Y/N), thank you." Kyojuro smiled as he looked at the hot dark drink in the mug, "May I please know what you put in the drink?" You looked away, rubbing the back of your head nervously.

"It's nothing much, just hot water, minced ginger, honey, and crushed cloves... my grandma would always make me drink it whenever I felt sick," You looked up, raising an eyebrow as you folded your arms, "Do you seriously think I would poison you like that?" You asked playfully. Kyojuro's eyes widened.

"N-not at all! I was just curious..." Kyojuro looked up at you with a smile. A real one. One that he rarely ever wears on his face. One he would only ever let you see, "I'd trust you with my life, (Y/N)." Your eyes left his as you blushed softly.

I would too...

"So... wanna watch a movie?!" You asked, breaking the awkward silence that was slowly killing you. Kyojuro looked up from his drink with a big smile on his face.

"Of course! What would you like to watch?!" Kyojuro asked enthusiastically, quietly thanking god you have finally killed the awkward silence. You looked down with a small blush.

"You're ok with (f/movie), right?" You asked, hoping Kyojuro wouldn't think your taste in movies was weird, but he just smiled at you, just like he always did.

"Sure! I'm positive I would enjoy whatever movie you like!" You grinned at Kyojuro, heading to the kitchen once again.

"Great! You try to relax, and I'll get the sweet potato chips and blankets in a second." Kyojuro's eyes sparkled as soon as he heard 'sweet potatoes'. You knew how much he loved the vegetable, and that it was his favorite food. You never were such a fan of vegetables, but you tried growing into eating sweet potatoes for his sake since he'd always offer to feed you some of his lunch, and turns out the vegetable wasn't half bad.

"You know me so well, (Y/N)!" 

Towards the end of the movie, Kyojuro felt something soft lay on his shoulder. He looked to his left to find your sleeping figure softly snoring by his side. Kyojuro smiled softly, light pink dusting his cheeks as he slowly caressed your (H/C) hair, making you slowly stir in your sleep. Kyojuro decided it was best if he takes you to your room to sleep, otherwise sleeping in that position any longer might risk letting you have neck pain, and Kyojuro knew he wouldn't hear the end of it.

Kyojuro slowly lifted you off the couch, carrying you in his arms as you snuggled closer to his chest, mumbling a few words he couldn't make out. His face turned to a deeper shade of red. She's sleeping like a baby...

Kyojuro shook his head, snapping himself out of it as he walked to your room, helping you lay down on your bed. You slowly turned to your side as Kyojuro put the covers on you so you don't feel so cold since it was still raining outside.

Kyojuro yawned softly as he left the room, untying his hair. He realized he had nowhere to sleep in. He would sleep on the couch if he could, but it seemed like the couch was too small for him. He most probably shouldn't sleep on the floor either, because he knew if you find out he slept there you would freak out, continuing to apologize for not having enough room for you to sleep in. Kyojuro rubbed the back of his head as he turned back to your room, looking at your peaceful sleeping form. He thought you looked so angelic when sleeping. He was used to seeing you with either a playful or tired look, sometimes even both.

He noticed that there was still room for one on your bed, though he wasn't sure whether that would scare you away or not. Kyojuro stood there for a few moments before sighing.

Well... I guess it's worth a try...

Kyojuro got on your bed slowly, making sure he doesn't wake you, as he lay down on his side, slowly scooting over towards your sleeping form. You slightly frowned in your sleep, making Kyojuro freeze in his place before your face turned neutral once again. Kyojuro smiled softly as he slowly tucked a strand of your hair behind your ear, before gently caressing your cheek.

Kyojuro, stop it!

Kyojuro ignored the voice in his head as he slowly and gently slid his arms around your waist, pulling you closer to him. You mumbled more inaudible words as you snuggled into his chest, making Kyojuro blush furiously. Kyojuro swallowed his saliva as he let out a shaking sigh, hugging you tighter.

You both were just two normal friends, nothing more, sleeping in the same bed! That's all!