𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 || Kazu x Scara

Chapter V

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The wind blew gently, swaying the tree leaves. The two males under the tree sat with their backs against the bark. It was Thoma and Kazuha's gym period. They didn't want to do anything, so they sat down under a tree in the soft grass.

Thoma wrapped an arm around Kazuha's shoulders. "So, how did your training go with Scaramouche? I bet it was brutal."

Kazuha chuckled. "It wasn't that bad, actually. He was calm and understanding the whole time we practiced. Even when I messed up, he kept the same composure. Scaramouche isn't the reason why the practice was brutal. It was brutal because there was so much to learn in a short amount of time with no breaks."

Thoma cheekily smiled. "You know, I think Scaramouche has grown to like you. He's warmed up to you fast."

Kazuha raised an eyebrow at Thoma. "You think so?"

Thoma hummed, "Hmm, I think so. Scaramouche isn't someone who openly talks about his feelings, but I would consider you guys friends."

Kazuha smiled to himself. Finally, his hard work paid off. The many attempts to try to grow closer to Scaramouche were showing results. Suddenly, a green and white-haired duo walked up to the tree Kazuha and Thoma were sitting under.

"Hey, guys! What are you doing?" Tighnari asks.

Thoma greets Tighnari and Cyno. "Hi! We're just talking."

"What class are you guys supposed to be in?" Cyno asks.

Kazuha replies, "We're supposed to be in the gym, but the teacher just told us to do whatever. What class are you guys supposed to be in?"

Tighnari waves a little pouch with a bento box inside. "We're supposed to be out on lunch break. Do you mind if we join you under this tree?"

Thoma shakes his head. "No, not at all. The more, the merrier!"

As Cyno and Tighnari sit down, the green-haired male asks, "Where's Scaramouche?"

Thoma hums as he looks around for Scaramouche, but Kazuha quickly answers and points in the distance. "He's over there, next to the water fountain with Childe."

Thoma turned to look at Kazuha with a smirk on his face. Kazuha raised an eyebrow at him in confusion, and Thoma chuckled a bit before turning his attention to the duo next to them. Kazuha forgets about Thoma's weird behavior and joins in on the conversation the trio is having.

The air is full of chatter and laughter. The four males bond under the tree until it's time for them to leave. Cyno and Tighnari say their goodbyes as they walk to their next class; meanwhile, Thoma and Kazuha go and walk up to Scaramouche.

"Hi Kazuha, hi Thoma!" A tall ginger greets.

"Hi, Childe," Kazuha replies.

"Well, I was just catching up with Scaramouche, but I think we've talked long enough. I'm gonna go now, bye!" Childe waves goodbye to the trio and walks away.

Thoma speaks up. "We were going to eat lunch in the cafeteria; you want to tag along?"

Scaramouche nods and follows the duo. They make their way to the cafeteria. Although it's been 2 months since the new school year started, Kazuha had never gone to the school cafeteria once. As soon as the trio arrived, they each picked up a tray and waited in line. Kazuha was never really a fan of cafeteria food, but he forgot to pack food today. As soon as the boys got their lunch, they sat at an empty table outside the cafeteria. Only a few people were eating outside.

Thoma teasingly asks, "So is Kazuha showing signs of improvement?"

Scaramouche nods. "Well, we've only practiced for a day, but I think he's slowly improving. He picks up on my advice quickly."