Just Another Story (Male Reader)

Welcoming

Akali: This all looks delicious!

Xayah, you, and Olaf had set out all the food that Olaf and Ezreal had made. Jinx and Grandma were already pouring some sake for everyone.....minus Akali.

Still had no idea what that was about.

True to their word, everyone else showed up as well. Rakan brought some bread rolls and sid dishes with him while Kayn brought some more drinks. Though, he had to leave early to open the bar.

Everything was delicious, of course, thanks to Olaf's skill around the kitchen. And the girls were very much the center of attention for everyone.

While they answered some questions and got to know everyone, you silently drank as you sat in your usual place.

You looked around the room and tried to remember the last time it was this packed. It's been a while. Maybe a few months or so.

Your eyes then landed on where Xayah and Rakan were sitting. Xayah had her head on his shoulder while he had a hand rested on her knee. You felt a small sting on your stomach.

They deserved to be together. You wished they would just make it official.

But that wasn't your place.

You then looked over to Ezreal and Jinx. You noticed your blue haired friend rub her wrist slightly as she happily spoke to the girls. Ezreal, on the other hand, rubbed his ear. You wondered if it still rang.

Olaf laughed loudly at some joke, but you could hear the crack in his voice. You then looked at the girls.

They were all smiling, but you had gotten good at seeing what was hidden underneath.

For them, it was uncertainty.

You knew how they felt. After all, it wasn't that long ago that you felt the same.

You weren't lying to the girls when you told them that everyone was here for a reason.

Rather it be death, self destruction, or a never ending fear, you had a place here.

A home.

And hopefully, they can find it as well.
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Xayah: Alright! Listen closely, you spoiled bitches! This is how it's going to be!

The pop stars stood in formation as Xayah started her......rougher introducing to the maid lifestyle. They all wore yukatas of their own which matched their preferred colors. Though, they didn't quite know what to make of Xayah's harsh nature.

Akali: Why are you saying such mean things?!

Xayah: Shut it, you brat!

Akali immediately closed her mouth and stood up straighter. You and Jinx watched everything unfold with Olaf off to the side. Xayah had woken them up pretty early and demanded that they stand in the courtyard despite the cold.

Olaf: That girl. She should soften up a bit.

Olaf took a drag of his pipe while you just watched with your arms crossed. You were leaning against one of the pillars while Jinx finished applying her makeup with her handheld mirror.

Jinx: Yeah, but it's also one of her better qualities. Besides, I think it turns Rakan on and I rather they not lose that.

Olaf: Agreed. How is the new vest fitting you, Y/N?

He was referring to the tan vest that he had given to you. He had outgrown it a while back but you never really found a good time to wear it. With the weather getting a bit chilly in the mornings, you figured now was as good as a time as any.