Izana's Precious Twin

Day Out with Hanma (And Sanzu Later)

Shuji was waiting for Izumi at a shrine themed park. He managed to cajole his way into Izumi as a friend. There were little booths that sold Emas and lucky charms. Little plants were also available to purchase as souvenirs. The streets were cobbled stones and small, traditional style buildings lined the sides of the streets.

He had a feeling Izumi would like the serenity of the park while they hung out. People walking by glanced at him suspiciously since he was sort of loitering at the entrance. The others recognized the tattoos or his appearance and steered clear of the "Reaper of Kabukicho."

 "Shuji?"

Izumi stood there in a nice pair of shorts and simple t shirt. He wore a small peach milk themed backpack gifted by a fan he said. They entered hand in hand and walked at a leisurely place. It was relaxing inside and had a calming effect on its visitors.

"I didn't know there was a shrine park place."

"Nice isn't it?"

Izumi nodded and dragged him to get warm buns. Hanma allowed himself to be taken here and there. He knew Izumi had expressed an interest in koi fish and this park had a large pond filled with gorgeous koi of all colors and lily pads as well.

Izumi stood against the wooden railings and leaned over to admire the lilies and koi swimming around gracefully. Hanma stood next to him. Then Izumi spoke up.

"Hanma, I saw people avoiding you when I came. Are you a criminal or something? Like a murderer??"

Ohhhh boy. He chuckled at the sweet boy's question of him being a murderer. No such thing.

"I'm not a bad guy, why would you say that?"

"You have those weird tattoos on your hands. Isn't it incredibly painful to put them on there? Sin and Punishment?"

"Nah barely felt it! And why not? Its great for putting people in their place."

"Oh, wow."

"Yeah."

Hanma wanted to ask something but his cell rang. Kisaki. He stepped away and took it. Izumi continued to watch the koi. A few people recognized and asked for an autograph or photo which he happily obliged.

"Hey Izumi, somethin came up and I gotta go."

"Already? Bye Shuji."

His soft voice carried to him. Hanma smiled and patted his head. He jogged back leaving Izumi at the pond. The fan girls and boys saw their chance and took it. 

"His voice is so cute!"

"You think he'll hang out with us now that creepy guy is gone?"

"Oh I hope so!"

"Who's gonna ask him?"

"I just wanna squish those cheeks!"

"I want to hug him."

"I'll ask him!"

"So brave!"

"Good luck soldier."

The two girls had amassed into a group now of Izumi fan buddies. Fannies. 

One of the girls walked up to Izumi and touched his shoulder. He turned around in all his glory and smiled at her. She was about the same height as him and blushed seeing his cute face. She did like his big eyes and naturally tanned skin.

The other girls and boys cheered her on from behind. She nervously asked if he would be willing to spend the day with them.

"We're really big fans of you and I buy every magazine with you in it!"

"Me-me too! And I buy almost all of your outfits too."

"Wow. That makes me happy to hear that you like my pictures."

His voice was addicting. Her ears were in bliss. The girl turned around and waved. Izuku blinked and he was surrounded immediately. Izumi and his little entourage enjoyed the park and its amenities.

"I hope you all had fun today. I'm sorry if I bored you or anything."

"Thank you so much Izumi! Today was amazing!"

"You made my day! I can't wait to show my friends the pic I got with you!"

He waved and said goodbye to everyone before leaving to walk around the city. He wondered why Shuji had to leave so suddenly. A café nearby sold taiyaki so why not? They had a short line so he joined the back.

Izumi felt like someone was watching him and turned around to see Haru with a sheepish look.

"Were you following me Haru?"

"Sorry."

Haru wore casual clothes as well and a different mask to correspond with it. His long hair flowed freely and he closed his eyes indicating a smile. Izumi always thought Haru was pretty, especially with his beautiful long hair and eyelashes. He always thought he'd make a better model than him.

"Its okay! Lets walk together!"

"As you wish Izu."

Izumi patted his arm since Haru was much taller. They ordered a big bag of warm taiyaki and exited. Haru held the bag in one arm while Izumi wrapped his arm around his other one. Two pretty bois walked down the sidewalk.

They ended up at the Musashi Shrine. Haru started going up the steps. Izumi followed after. Toman didn't have any meetings today so it was pretty much empty. Since gang meetings took place no one wanted to go there out of caution.

They sat on the steps and Haru opened the bag. Izumi took out one of the treats and he did the same. Haru didn't mind taking his mask off around Izumi since he was comfortable with him. 

Izumi took small bites and occasionally stared at his scars. He felt bad that Haru got injured protecting him. He reached for another one. Izumi casually mentioned what he thought about him.

"You're pretty Haru. I think you should give modeling a try. My manager would love you!"

Sanzu stopped eating when he saw the despondent expression. 

"Whats wrong Izumi?"

He sighed.

"Well, I don't think I fit Japan's beauty standards. You know? Consumers really like the ones that have creamy milky skin with the jet black hair. Emma has those but with the blonde hair and is super popular."

Izumi held his hand and observed their physical differences. Sanzu listened intently.

"I'm the complete opposite Haru. Tanned, brown skin and icy white hair. I don't know."

Sanzu pulled him into a hug rubbing his back.

"Thats not true Izu. What about all the fans that ask for pictures with you? Requests to model for a magazine brand? Tell me who said that to you."

"No one did-!"

"Come one, you can't lie to me."

And so Izumi described them to Haru. Because he was still being held he didn't see his eyes dull a bit. Sounded like some low life delinquents. He memorized their descriptions and planned to "talk" with them later.

"Lets go back to your place."

"Okay!"