Reborn

Chapter 36

"Killua. Do you know when Gon will be recovered?" I hear Wing ask. I just stood next to the bed in silence after the albino boy pulled me off of Gon. It was weird... "The doctor said it'd take about two months." My gaze slowly goes to Killua as he does a weird cat face, almost making me laugh. I could practically see the tail he grew in the show.

"In that case, I won't allow you to participate in any matches for two months. Nor will I allow the study of or training in use of Nen." Wing said, holding up two fingers. I glance over at Killua for a moment, taking notice at how calm he was now. It's only been five minutes since he pulled me away from the ball of sunshine, and yet, he seems as if nothing happened.

Wing then explains that he won't give Gon any instructions on Nen if he breaks the rules, making me instantly pet Gon on the head. "I'm sure he can handle it, right, Gon?" I ask with a smile, earning a smile from the ball of sunshine. Wing's gaze turns to me as he gives me a deadpanned expression, making me purse my lips a bit.

I couldn't help it. Gon was still a fresh baby in my eyes, I need to baby him. The black-haired male then sighs, saying, "Your left hand." In which, both Killua and I watched as Wing ties a rope around Gon's pinky. "It's a promise thread. Its purpose is to remind you of the promise you made." Wing then asks to speak with Killua alone, making the albino boy a bit confused.

"Hurry up with your talk, yeah?" I say, giving both of them a smile, not really wanting to follow them since I already know what they're going to talk about. "I'll try to make it quick." Wing said, gently pushing the white-haired boy out the door.

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I let out a soft sigh as I open my eyes a bit, watching as Killua walks through the door. I was laying at the edge of Gon's bed. No one said a word. Although, I've always thought that this scene never needed any dialog. It was perfect. I stare at the white-haired boy who had his eyes closed. He looked... so peaceful.

'Anime guys are always so hot; how dare he look like that.' I thought to myself, almost groaning at even calling Killua hot. Both the boys were working on Ten while I was trying to take a nap. Should I be doing the same thing? Probably. Will I, though? Probably not. Wing even said he'd help me, so I'll just wait for now.

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"So, why are you deciding to take me out for lunch?" I ask, being slightly suspicious of the albino boy suddenly suggesting that we go out. "Why not? Is it so bad that I want to treat you?" Killua asks, staring at me with a slight smile on his face. I swear, this boy will be the death of me. It's been a couple days since Gon got his arm broken.

A couple days since Wing told Gon to promise not to practice nothing else besides Ten. A couple days since... we kissed. I could still feel the touch of his lips lingering on mine, almost making me angsty. "You're sus, fluffy." I immediately say, stopping in my tracks. I watch as Killua gives me an annoyed look. 

"Hah?! What'd you mean sus?! How is that even a word?!" The albino exclaims, yelling despite other glances from people. "You certainly know how to draw attention, fluffy..." I said, mumbling as I try to hide my face away from the people who were whispering. "Who cares what they say." I let out a groan and just push Killua inside the place he was taking me to.

"Stop pushing me, (y/n). I got it." The albino says in an annoyed tone, immediately switches places with me. He was now the one doing the shoving, pushing me closer to the table near the window. I roll my eyes as we finally make it to the table, in which case, Killua forces me to sit down before taking his rightful spot across from me.

"This was your idea, so you can order for me." I said, leaning my chin into the palm of my hand. "I was going to anyway. But whatever I order, you better eat." I raise a brow at the albino's words, almost surprised at how serious he sounded and say, "You aren't the boss of me. Besides, I do eat. I just don't eat much..."

"Well, I'm the boss of you as of right now, understand? I'll force feed you." Killua said, now giving me a smug smile. I could almost see his face turn into a cat as said that. "Isn't that considered assault?" I ask, rolling my eyes as Killua just flicks my forehead. The white-haired boy then gives me a smile as someone walks over and takes our order.

I wasn't even paying attention to what Killua got for me. I was just so mesmerized by his smile that everything else didn't matter at the moment. I don't think he's given Gon that kind of smile either. I felt a little special, honestly. As I was stuck in my trance, Killua waves his hand in front of my face, forcing me to snap out it quickly.

"What's up with you? You were just staring. Don't be weird." Killua says, crossing his arms over his chest. "I wasn't being weird." I reply back as I continued to stare at him. His eyes were so beautiful... I feel delulu just staring into them. "Killua, you have a nice smile. Do it more often." I said, breaking the small silence between us.

This caused the albino boy to immediately flush a bright red. "W-what the- Shut up, idiot!" I let out a laugh as Killua got embarrassed and lean back a bit with my hands on the table. "You're blushing, fluffy~ How adorable." That only made his face go even redder. I didn't think it was possible, but here he is, blushing like crazy.

"Just shut up, moron... Sit in silence until our food gets here." Killua says, his gaze drifting away from mine. I felt a little disappointed that he wasn't looking at me anymore. Even so, it was totally worth it. Waiting about 10 minutes, the waitress walks up with two trays in her arms. After placing them down on our table, she gives Killua a wink.

"Enjoy your date, guys." The waitress says and just walks away. I blink in surprised for a moment, almost blushing myself. "A date, huh...?" I mumble to myself, staring at the albino boy whose face was still bright red, especially after what was just said. It seemed like Killua was too embarrassed to even correct the waitress.

I only smile and lean my chin into the palm of my hand once more, staring at him. "Hey, if you wanted to ask me on a date, you could've just said so." I say, breaking the silence and let out a small laugh. Although, I really didn't mind if this was a date. But knowing Killua, he'd just say it wasn't one.

"It's..." Killua was struggling to speak, which only made me think about how cute he was being. "Thanks for the food, fluffy." I said despite his struggle and pick up the fork that was nicely placed next to me. Taking small bites, Killua and I were silent as we ate. Disappointed, but I understand. I swear, he gets embarrassed so easily.

For about 3 minutes, we were silently eating. I made sure to take small bites but was able to finish the food Killua ordered for me. I was pretty proud of myself. The silence was then interrupted by Killua himself, saying, "I... didn't want to freak you out. That's why I..." I was slightly confused but mostly surprised by his words.

"You didn't want to freak me out? Since when has that ever happened?" I ask, giving him a smile as I slowly finish the bite and gently push the plate forward. "Wait a minute... are you saying that this was actually a date in disguise?" I felt my face heat up a little at the realization that he was being serious. I thought he'd disagree, but no.

Killua's face suddenly goes a darker shade of red as he glances down at the table. 'Oh my god... he's serious.' I thought, trying to process this new side of the albino boy. "I... hope you don't mind, (y/n)." Killua said, mumbling in slight embarrassment. I couldn't believe that Killua actually brought me here for a lunch date.

"As long as you're not joking with me, then I don't mind, fluffy." I say, hoping to put the white-haired boy at ease. He seemed nervous after that confession, which I found quite adorable. I stare at the albino boy as he finally looks up from the table, making eye contact with me. "This was a date, (y/n). I wanted to be sure of something."

He wanted to be sure of something, but I didn't mind. I think this was one of the best days I've had, not counting the day I left my good for nothing parents behind. Giving him another smile, we just stare at each other, the world around us disappearing. It didn't matter if it was only for a minute, I'd make this minute last as long as I can...