Ortho: the Ever Observant Brother (Idia X Reader)

Ortho the Protective Brother

AN: Honestly, this was just an excuse to gush about my other brainrot. Don't mind me. ^^;

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The Prefect of Ramshackle.

Age: 16

Height and Weight: Unspecified

Grade: First Year

Class: Class A (No. 9)

Grade Rank: Average

Status: Single(?)

Ortho wasn't sure how to feel about Idia having potential feelings for the prefect. On one hand, it meant that his brother was finally coming out of his shell. The other, there was no guarantee that the Prefect liked him back. Sure, their heart rate had gone up, but it always went up whenever a random student appeared all of a sudden. (Or Crowley for that matter.)

Ortho just chalked it up to them being oddly shy. But it didn't stop him from being a little suspicious.

Shyness aside, they were very affectionate to those who are close, himself included. Innocently, the prefect would be held or hugged by one person to the next. Be it from fellow first year Ace, or the overly clingy second year Kalim. And not once do they seem to mind.

Are they always this friendly, or was this some long-term ploy to hurt his dear brother?

If he were a desperate man, blackmail would've been used to stop them from hanging out in their dorm. But no matter how anyone would dice it, the prefect is a pretty straight-laced person through and through. And it was hard trying to demonize them when they weren't even a threat to begin with.

But still, thought the young Shroud as he stared at Vil bringing his hand to stroke the prefect's strand of hair.

What if he's right?

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"Are you sure you're prepared for this Player 2? You might be extremely under-leveled."

"...I-I'm sure! E-even if I'm not, I wanna at least try! Protection or not!"

A smirk. "Alright then. I won't stop you. But don't say I didn't warn you."

Sigh. Not this again.

Friday afternoons were always like this. By the time class ended and students headed back to their dorms, Idia would order takeout and spend the rest of the weekend playing nothing but games and marathoning anime. And since you are now a part of their lives, an extra controller was saved just for you with a super comfy blanket to snuggle in.

Normally, it was the usual AAA titles that played on the screen. However, Idia had lately grown fond of smaller indie games that seemed to catch your eyes. And because of it, the two of you bonded even closer...Unfortunately.

Today, the housewarden had got you hooked on an overlooked indie game simply called "Paper Bugs". A paper-like RPG with quickly timed actions when attacking or blocking against enemies. It even had a great set of characters to love. (It somehow reminded you of a certain plumber back in your world.)

Currently, you are in the Honey Factory in said game, mentally preparing yourself for what's to come. You completed all of the puzzles, rescued the factory workers, and defeated the mini boss without his help. All that was left was the main boss.

Idia watched you as you entered the last room, not once judging you for your lack of using any important badges that would make this battle easier. Honestly, he was impressed that you made it this far.

Guess he'll watch the many game overs you will have with this difficulty spike. You are such a noob.

Again, Ortho sighed at the scene. You guys were being way too comfortable with each other, and you weren't even dating. Shoulders touching, stroking of hands-you even had the gall to let his brother lean on you!

Do you even have any decency?

"Shoot! My party died again! Idia, you were distracting me again!"

"Heavy Drone B-33 shows no mercy to those who are weak-willed. Not my fault you weren't paying attention. Try again, Player 2. Unless...You want me to kiss it all better?"

Okay, better nip this in the bud real quick! Idia is making a bigger fool of himself!

"Tch, as i-"

"Iddiiiaaa, you and the prefect are taking too long! When do I get a turn?" Okay, maybe not the best idea in Ortho's opinion, but it did stop both of you from going any further.

"Eh? Ortho?"

Quickly, Ortho settled himself in the middle of the couch between Idia and you; doing his absolute best to use his boyish charm to fool you. "This game is multiplayer right? Can I play too?"

Thankfully, you didn't suspect him. "Actually, it's single player. I can make you a file if you want."

"Really? Thanks!"

Idia, however, did. "Ortho, what are you doing?"

"Oh, nothing big bro!" He lied. "I was starting to feel lonely and wanted to join in on your hangout! I'm sure "big sib" won't mind!"

Idia raised a brow. "Big sib?"

"It's fine, Idia." You reassured. "I can always fight this boss later. Since we have different clubs and separate classes, I never had the chance to spend more time with your brother either. So, it's fine, right?"

As much as he wanted to say no, the combination of puppy eyes from both you and his brother eventually made him cave in.

Honestly, Ortho can be such a troublemaker.

And Ortho knew how to get his way.

Better luck next time.