Back to December || Izana Kurokawa

Chapter Nineteen

Three days had passed since Izana came back and three days since the brewing tension emerged in their group. Who would've thought that the king and his loyal "servant" would grow apart? No one thought about it nor expected it.

As soon as the call between Izana and Kakucho ended, the latter remained silent and became distant. No one knew what was going on in Kakucho's mind. It is also evident that he's been avoiding the whole gang.

"Let him be," Ran stopped Rindou from approaching Kakucho. "Just let him focus first on his examinations. After all, it's already the last day. Then, we can talk about some things later," Ran added as he continued walking, leaving Rindou behind. The younger Haitani shut his eyes tightly before going after his brother.

After the long and excruciating hours, the finals exam for the first semester is over. This marks the start of their three-week semestral break.

"Are you free tonight (y/n)?" Hinata asked as they made their way out of their campus. "Yes. Where are we going?" (y/n) retorted.

Well, nothing will hurt if she goes with Hinata today. After all, their examinations are already finished, and it's her day off from her work. "Shibuya, maybe?" Hinata replied. "It was Senju's idea," Hinata added.

(Y/n) nodded. Silence prevailed as they walked their way to the train station.

"You...what were you doing for the past weeks?" Hinata asked. Hinata noticed that (y/n) has been missing in action for the past week. There's also a time when she skipped classes. Hinata also noticed that (y/n) became closer to the Tenjiku Executives. Of course, Hinata would be lying if she said that she's not worried about her friend. The S-62 squad is like foreigners to Hinata. She didn't know a thing about Izana and his gang except that Toman fought his gang once.

"I-I mean...Izana. Is he being good to you? What about the others?" Hinata reiterated her question to give (y/n) clarity.

(Y/n) gave Hinata a reassuring smile before answering her.

"You don't have to worry, Hinata. They're good to me. Izana has been taking care of me lately. Making-up with those years that we were apart. Also, the Tenjiku heavenly kings are goods with me. Especially, Rindou and Kakucho."

Well, (y/n) is not lying though. She and Rindou became friends because of the latter's efforts to befriend (y/n). Rindou was also looking after (y/n) from time to time. Meanwhile, (Y/n) and Kakucho became close to each other for one common ground: Izana. 

(Y/n) smiled at Hinata. She knew what her friend wanted to hear from her. Hinata needs assurance, and (y/n) is willing to give it to her.

"That's good to hear," Hinata replied as relief slowly replaced all the worries in her system. "But, if they do something bad to you, tell me. I'll punch them one by one," Hinata added as she started punching in the air. (Y/n) chuckled at her friend's antics.

"Shall we go now?" (y/n) asked as she held Hinata's hand and pulled her lightly. "Yes!" that was (y/n)'s signal to start running while holding Hinata's hand.

(Y/n), Hinata, Yuzuha, Senju, and Emma had fun that night. They had a few drinks to celebrate their survival in the first semester. The squad also exchanges their own stories to catch up with each other. They rarely had time to get together because of their studies and personal reasons. So, the squad made the most of their time that night.

(Y/n) is a little tipsy when she went home. She isn't usually drinking alcohol, but (y/n) made an exemption tonight. On her way home, (y/n) almost call all of the saints out there. Praying to them that Izana isn't hanging out in her apartment because God knows how Izana will react if he knew that she drank alcohol. Moreover, (y/n) went home alone and squiffy.

Relief crept up to (y/n)'s system when she saw her house lightless. Meaning to say, Izana's not there waiting for her. The barely lit lamplights lighted the way of (y/n) to her home. She's used to it. (Y/n) is already used to walking home alone with only the light lamps as her companion. Some might say it's so melancholic, but for (y/n), it is peace of mind.

(Y/n) didn't bother to open the lights in her apartment when she got in. She could clearly see in the dark because of the lights outside her house. She slowly made her way to her bedroom. And as soon as (y/n) held the doorknob to her room, an uncanny feeling crept into her system.Something's not right.

No.

More like, something is too good to be true--that is what (y/n)'s instincts telling her.She then slowly turned the doorknob to open the door. There, she saw Izana sleeping peacefully on her bed. All this time, he has been waiting for her to come home.(Y/n) slowly closed her door and put down her bag on the side. She then walked toward her bed and sat on the edge of it. 

(Y/n) can't help but to smile as she lightly plays with Izana's bangs. He looks like a husband waiting for his wife to come home. But then, he immediately passed out because of drowsiness.

(Y/n) giggled at that thought.

She then slowly bent to make her face closer to Izana's face before kissing the side of his nose."Thank you." (y/n) muttered before she positioned herself to sleep beside Izana. Then, she lifted his arm to make him hug her. (Y/n) slept peacefully that night because she was beside her confidant. In this chaotic world, she found her peace in him.

Izana woke up because of the chirping of birds. He was actually waiting for (y/n) to come home last night. But, he didn't realize that he had already fallen asleep while waiting for her. Izana was supposed to surprise (y/n) last night, but his surprise was spoilt because he fell asleep earlier than expected.

"It is taking effect, huh?" Izana thought as he opened his eyes. Much to his surprise, he saw (y/n)'s face close to him. Izana's eyes darted to his abdomen since he felt a weight on it. His cheeks instantly turned red when he realized their current position. He's hugging her figure, and she's doing the same thing.

"Since when she got home?" asked himself. Izana swore that he didn't feel her presence.

Izana didn't know what to do. So, he stared at her peaceful face. Her whole existence gave Izana tranquility and a sense of home. 

She always has been his sanctuary.

Izana used to loathe his life as he grew up. He envied those kids who have real families. Izana envied those kids who found a family of their own. But that was all in the past. When (y/n) came into his life, that's when he t saw life from a different perspective. He found shelter in her fingertips and love within her embrace.

(Y/n) is Izana's miracle in his life.

"You're my best half, my peace, and my joy," Izana muttered as he moved a strand of (y/n)'s hair away from her face.

"I love you."