Circling Love (ErrInk)

Chapter 2 - Coffee and Tea

Ink's POV

I sipped from a cup of tea while sitting at a small café. I watched the cars drive by. It was peaceful to be drinking tea alone.

Suddenly, I felt a hand on my shoulder. I turned my head to see Error. He was wearing a black suit and a red neck tie. He looked attractive in it which made me blush.

I sighed, looking away from him.

Error: Morning Ink.

Me: How did you know where I was?

Error: I didn't. I was just walking and saw you.

I didn't have to worry about him killing me because we were out in public and under daylight.

He sat down in the opposite chair before leaning back in it.

A waiter came by the table and asked what Error wanted to drink. He ordered a cup of coffee and a scone. They left, leaving me alone with Error again.

The man across from me fidgeted with a silver fork while beginning a conversation with me.

Error: So... what are your plans today?

I turned to him, placing my cup somewhat harshly on the table.

Me: Why the fuck do you want to know?

Error's expression changed to show a hurt look. It was almost like a rejected child. Seeing it made me regret my words.

The waiter came by, setting down both a kettle of coffee and a kettle of tea. They then placed two scones in front of us. Error poured a cup of coffee for himself and filled my cup with tea.

Me: I'm going to the a flower shop today. I'm off for the day from the museum that I run.

Error hummed while timidly drinking his coffee. I felt terrible for being mean towards him. I sighed and thought for a second.

Me: Do you want to join me?

A smile appeared on Error's face as he excitedly nodded.

Me: Don't get too happy. It will be quite boring there.

Error: I don't care as long as I can spend time with you. Where is the shop?

Me: Down there.

  I said as I pointed behind me.

  He took a sip of coffee and stared out into the street. A smile subconsciously appeared on my face.

'He seems to be enjoying himself.'

  The coffee and the tea was eventually finished off. Instead of standing up to leave, I decided to stay and talk with Error.

(Time Skip)

I admired the many flowers that presented their colors. I needed to pick the perfect one.

There was a small tap on my arm but I didn't bother to turn around as I already knew who it was. Error was standing behind me, holding a bundle of white flowers.

Error: What do you think of these?

I glanced at them. They were beautiful but I didn't want to give him the satisfaction.

Me: I can find a better one.

Error grinned.

Error: Don't lie. I know you like this type of flower.

Me: How do you know I wasn't telling the truth?

  I said while looking at other flowers. I saw him lean in slightly from the corner of my eye. He whispered quietly.

Error: You're a terrible liar, Ink.

This caused me to turn my head towards him. Error winked at me before offering me the flowers.

  I looked away while quickly grabbing them. He had a sly smile on his face.

We walked to the register to purchase the assortment of plants. I thanked the person before walking out of the shop. Error walked next to me, slowly wrapping his hand around mine.

Me: Absolutely not, Error.

   I said while smacking his hand away. Error gave me a pouting expression, causing me to smile. He gave me a tiny smile back. I looked away quickly and felt myself blush.

We entered a small cemetery. Error looked around in confusion which I paid no attention to.

I found two small stones and kneeled before it. It was the final resting place of my parents. The names were old and faded, presenting only my last name, Comyet.

Kissing the flowers, I slowly placed the flowers equally on both of the stones.

Error: You're an orphan?

Me: Yes. My mother died peacefully in her sleep and my dad just couldn't live without her. I find it cute.

  I thought to myself...

I wish I knew what true love was