Deceptions and Lies

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The pitter-pattering of rain hitting the ground could be heard, people hiding under roofs for protection and some walking with their umbrellas. The noise of the soles hitting the ground could be heard in the alleyway, cats and dogs jumping from trashcans rummaging through it for food. 

They were just walking by when they heard the clattering behind them, quickly looking they noticed a young man in their early 20s, might even be in their teens with dark brown hair and stained bandages wrapped around their body. The lad was collapsed on the ground, their hands stained with blood. 

'Oh my... Is he injured?' They thought, looking at him in concern. Crouching down, they lightly tapped on the lad's face hoping to wake him up but to no avail. Questioning what to do, they glance at him again, this time the boy whined a little at the cold wind that brushed past, curling up a bit, but still no signs of consciousness. 

'Guess we have no choice then...' With a sign they pick up the boy, placing him on their shoulders, 'He's underweight as well...' They think, concern lacing their face.

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Eyes slowly blink to adjust to the light, looking and examining the area he is currently in, he notices that he's left with just his white shirt and dress pants, his coat and tie folded neatly on the seat beside him. Getting off the bed he proceeds to wear his complete attire only to be interrupted by a person. 

"Ah! You are finally awake!" They speak, their tone smooth and calm, placing the food on the bedside table, "Come on! Eat it up!"

The brunette gives a boyish smile and replies, "Oh my~ You didn't have to do that!! Also do you have some rat poison, I'm pretty sure it'll go well with the food~"

"P-pardon?" They stutter, looking at him in concern, "I didn't put any sort of poison if that is what you are concerned about and no, I do not have rat poison or any sort of toxins with me here."

"Ara~ That's too bad..." The boy dramatically states, but not sitting down rather he starts moving to the door, "Sadly, I have to leave, duty calls ya know~" He waves the phone around. 

The latter immediately stood up in protest, "At least have something! Also you are injured, you're supposed to be going to the hospital for check-up!" 

Surprised the brunettes smirks, "My my~ Are you sure you didn't poison or put anything in my food? You sure are adamant for me to eat it."

"I'm adamant since you are clearly malnourished and is clearly in dire need for nutrients."

"That-"

"-also you are in my house, and cameras and witnesses have also recorded and seen you enter my house, so I wouldn't want to be taken by the police for some rando's death because he clearly doesn't look after his health."

"You're a stranger why should I listen to-"

"-Kuroda Seiko, what about you?" They interrupted, looking at him, challengingly, hand outstretched. 

Not strangers anymore are we?

Huffing out a laugh, he takes it, "Dazai Osamu, at your service~"

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"So what is your work profession exactly?" Kuroda asks, one eyebrow lifted in curiosity. 

Glancing back, Dazai grins, "Guess! If you get it right you'll get a reward!"

"What type of reward are we talking about?"

"Well it can be anything. Maybe a favor...or bet. Oh! Don't tell...Kuroda-kunn~ do you want to hook-"

"ABSOLUTELY NOT!" They yell, face blushing smacking the backside of Dazai's head.

"oww... Hey I was just asking!" Dazai whines.

Huffing in exasperating Kuroda stands up, cleaning up the mess around them. Dazai examines them, intrigued.

'Well aren't you an interesting person...'

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I hope you guys liked it!! 

Love,

Indus