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❤︎,
RIKI

CALL ME WHEN YOU HAVE TIME! I'M JUST ONE CALL AWAY!

You really were leaving. That's what I'm getting from this conversation. You were leaving to go do something you had never thought you would be able to do in your life. You were leaving to show the fans who don't get to see you in person the love that they deserved. You were leaving me. You were leaving me to go do something that I am so proud to see you do.

But only from where I am. It would be months until I got to see your face again in person. It would be months until I get to hug you and kiss you again. I will miss you. Nishimura Riki. My boyfriend of 5 months, the love of my life. But now you were Nishimura Riki, idol, singer, rapper, and about to be international performer. You truly were amazing. My amazing boyfriend who stood in front of me.

Hands wrapped around the handle of of your luggage. You were ready to go. To travel the world and see the big wide world with your very own eyes. Express your self so vividly on that stage no one could tell what to do or say. To just be yourself on that stage and show the world just that. But you still had a little while to get to that point. For now you were standing in front of me smiling widely just like you always did. Telling me you wanted to stop by before you were off.

I smiled at that. That you really wanted say goodbye in person, then simply giving me a call or text. Because you knew we couldn't meet up at the airport not with the fans that would be there. You wanted nothing but safety for me. I was thankful for that. 'Do you have everything packed? Toothbrush, toothpaste, underwear, socks?' You laughed at my words before rolling your eyes. What? I just had to ask because knowing you it would be nothing but unpreparedness. 'Yes, mom I have everything.' You teased.

Even in a moment like this you still were your lovable jokester self. I shook my head at that. 'Aren't you supposed to be at the airport?' I asked looking at you who stared at me. Eyes focused on me and nothing else. I didn't know why. 'Well technically yes I should be at the airport, but I had to say goodbye to this beautiful person. Have you seen her by chance?' I chuckled at that just as you did the same. You wrapped me in your warm embrace. I sighed hugging you just as tightly knowing this would be our last hug in a while.

You pulled back smiling at me only for it to slowly drop as the tears on my face fell. I know shouldn't be crying but I can't help it. 'Don't cry in. I won't be gone forever. Look at me please.' You spoke lifting my head up. I squeezed my eyes shut so I wouldn't have to look at you. Look at those eyes of yours. Those eyes, that face of yours I would miss when you would leave. 'Don't cry. Listen it's just a few months and then I will be back in your arms."

I gently wiped away my tears and tried to compose myself. Opening my eyes, I looked into your eyes, those warm and comforting eyes that always managed to soothe my soul. "I know, Riki," I whispered, my voice trembling slightly. "It's just... it's hard to say goodbye, even if it's just for a few months. I'll miss you so much."

You caressed my cheek tenderly, your touch sending shivers down my spine. "I'll miss you too, more than words can express," you replied softly. "But this is something I've always dreamed of, something I've worked so hard for. And having your support means the world to me. I want to make you proud."

I nodded, understanding the passion and dedication that burned within you. "And you will, Riki. I have no doubt about that. You're incredibly talented, and the world deserves to see what you can do. Just promise me one thing."

You looked at me earnestly, waiting for me to continue. "Promise me that even when you're standing on that stage, you'll still be the same person I fell in love with." A gentle smile tugged at the corners of your lips, and you pressed your forehead against mine. "I promise. No matter where I go or what I do, I always will be."

With those words, a sense of comfort washed over me, replacing the initial sadness I felt. I knew deep down that our love was strong, resilient, and capable of enduring any distance or challenge. This was just another chapter in our story, a chapter that would only strengthen the bond between us.

As we stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, time seemed to both stand still and rush forward simultaneously. The bittersweetness of the moment lingered in the air, but there was also an air of excitement and anticipation. We both knew that while goodbyes were never easy, they were necessary.

Eventually, we had to pull away from each other, reluctantly breaking the embrace. I wiped away the last of my tears and gave you a small, reassuring smile. "Go and chase your dreams, Riki. The world is waiting for you. And remember, no matter where you are, I'll be cheering for you, supporting you every step of the way."

You couldn't help but wear a giddy smile at the words. "I appreciate you, I hope you know that." Tears yet again found their way down my cheeks, but this time they were tears of mixed emotions—sadness, happinesss, and appreciation. "I know, Riki" I managed to say, my voice cracking slightly.

Taking a step toward me, you laid a hand on my cheek, your touch gentle and full of affection. "You're crying again." You chuckled wiping away the remaining tears with your thumb. "I'll be back before you know it. I promise." You spoke wrapping your pinkie around mine.

I smiled through my tears, intertwining my pinkie with yours, sealing the promise between us. "I'll hold you to that promise, Riki. And I'll be here, eagerly counting down the days." You smiled at that before glancing at the time with a sigh, realizing that you had to start making your way to the airport soon. "I should get going," you said reluctantly, your voice tinged with a hint of sadness. "I don't want to miss my flight."

I nodded, fighting back the tears threatening to surface again. "Yeah, you're right. Don't want you to be late on your first big international trip," I replied, attempting to inject some lightheartedness into the situation.

You chuckled softly, appreciating the effort to lighten the mood. "I wouldn't mind." you replied playfully. Your eyes locked with mine once again, and you leaned in to press a gentle kiss on my lips. I smiled sadly when you pulled away. "Take care of yourself, ok?" I whispered as you smiled nodding before embracing me one more time.

With one last lingering look, we reluctantly released each other from our embrace. You picked up your luggage and turned to walk away, but not before looking back at me one final time. Our eyes met, the tear had tired to hide finally fell as I smiled at you as you did the same.

As you walked towards the door, I called out to you, "Remember I'm just one call away." You turned back, a grateful smile gracing your lips. "I won't forget," you assured me, your voice filled with warmth. "I won't, I promise."

With those final words, you turned away and disappeared through the door, leaving me standing there with a smile on my face.

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With a sleepy sigh, I answered the call I had been longing for. Hearing the voice I had been missing brought a sleepy smile to my face as you said the words. "I told you I'd call."