It was a sunny Saturday morning and Ranpo was lounging on the couch, bored out of his mind. "I'm so boooored," he whined dramatically. "There are no interesting cases today!"
Just then, there was a knock at the door. Ranpo sighed and dragged himself up from the couch. When he opened the door, his boyfriend Poe was standing there with a big grin.
"Surprise! I figured my detective could use a fun day out," Poe said cheerfully. Before Ranpo could react, Poe swept him up princess style.
"H-hey! Put me down," Ranpo protested, but he was laughing. No one could lift his spirits like Poe could.
Poe carried him all the way to the car, insisting it was for "dramatic effect." They drove with the windows down, pop music blasting. Ranpo had to admit he was already feeling much better.
Their first stop was the arcade. They raced each other at every game, hooting and hollering. Ranpo won a huge stuffed panda for Poe at the claw machine with his skill.
Next they went mini golfing, which quickly dissolved into a competition of who could hit the silliest trick shots. Afterwards, they stopped for ice cream cones as they took a stroll through the park.
Exhausted from all the activity, they collapsed onto a grassy hillside together. Ranpo settled comfortably against Poe as they gazed up at the clouds drifting by.
"Thanks for today, I really needed it," Ranpo said, giving Poe a sweet kiss. Poe smiled and pulled him closer.
"Anytime love. I'll always be here to chase your boredom away."
As the sun began to set, Ranpo's stomach started grumbling. Chuckling, Poe said, "I think it's time to feed you."
They headed to Ranpo's favourite ramen shop for dinner. Slurping noodles and chatting, they revealed in the easy intimacy between them. Under the table, their feet tangled together affectionately.
After they had stuffed themselves full of ramen, it was time for the last event Poe had planned - going to see a mystery movie Ranpo had been wanting to watch.
At the theatre, Ranpo enthusiastically guessed plot twists and solving the case early on. Poe just smiled indulgently, enjoying seeing his boyfriend in his element.
During particularly thrilling scenes, Ranpo would grab Poe's arm excitedly. Poe took the opportunity to sneakily lace their fingers together. Ranpo glanced over in surprise, then smiled and gave his hand a squeeze.
By the time they exited the theater, Ranpo was almost bouncing with exhilaration from the crime-solving. Poe shook his head in amusement. "Only you could get this hyped up over mystery plots, dear."
Ranpo grinned unrepentantly. "It was a great movie! But now I'm all wound up..." He gave Poe a meaningful look.
Catching his drift, Poe pulled Ranpo close by the waist. "Well, we'll have to do something to relax you then, won't we?" he purred before capturing Ranpo's lips in a deep kiss.
Soon they were tumbling into bed together back at Ranpo's place. Poe took his time undressing Ranpo, planting kisses across every new patch of bared skin.
Ranpo sighed blissfully at the sensation of Poe's hands and lips caressing him with reverent devotion. Here, with his lover, Ranpo could let his guard down completely.
Poe gently prepped and stretched Ranpo before sliding inside him. Ranpo arched up with a moan, wrapping his legs around Poe's waist to draw him impossibly deeper.
Their bodies moved together seamlessly, hands intertwined. Poe brushed Ranpo's dark curls back from his flushed face. "You're so beautiful like this," he whispered.
Ranpo could only answer with a needy whine, clutching Poe tighter. The steady build-up of pleasure crested and crashed over them like waves.
Afterwards, they lay spent and satisfied, Ranpo's head pillowed on Poe's chest listening to his heartbeat. Poe idly played with Ranpo's silky hair until they both drifted off to sleep.
The next morning, Ranpo awoke wrapped securely in Poe's arms. Golden sunlight streamed in through the curtains. Gazing at his sleeping lover's face, Ranpo felt truly content.
No matter what mysteries life threw at them, Ranpo knew he could handle anything with Poe by his side. As long as they were together, he would never be bored again.A few weekends later, the couple decided to get out of the city for a mini road trip. They packed snacks, loaded up Poe's car, and hit the open road.
Windows down, music blasting, they sang along horrendously to pop songs as the landscape whisked by. Ranpo leaned back in his seat, hair blowing in the wind, without a care in the world.
Their first stop was an antique market Poe wanted to browse. Ranpo trailed behind as Poe flitted excitedly from booth to booth, exclaiming over vintage typewriters and aged leatherbound books.
Ranpo just smiled indulgently, content to see his boyfriend so enthralled. When Poe hesitantly asked if he was bored, Ranpo took his hand firmly. "Not at all. I'm happy as long as I'm with you."
Poe's answering smile was brighter than the sun. On their way out, he even convinced Ranpo to take a silly couples selfie in front of a booth.
Next they stopped at a carnival that was passing through a small town. Ranpo's eyes lit up at the sight of all the games and sugary treats.
Naturally, Ranpo cleaned up at the game booths, winning prize after prize with his keen observational skills. He presented a blushing Poe with a gigantic plush bear.
They gorged on funnel cake and candied apples, then screamed their lungs out on the rickety rollercoaster. Adrenaline pumping, Poe pulled Ranpo in by the waist for a sugar-sweet kiss.
As the day went on, Poe noticed Ranpo starting to lag a bit. "Why don't we turn in early tonight?" he suggested gently. Ranpo agreed, suddenly feeling the tiredness creep in.
They checked into a cozy roadside motel. After showering, Ranpo immediately faceplanted onto the bed with a groan. Chuckling, Poe helped him change into comfier clothes before tucking him in.
Ranpo was out like a light in minutes. Poe smiled fondly down at his sleeping detective before climbing into bed behind him. He wrapped an arm around Ranpo, holding him close as they both drifted off.
The next day they meandered back home, spirits recharged from their little getaway. No matter where they wandered, home was anywhere they were together.
A few weeks later, Poe came down with a nasty cold. He was bundled up on the couch, surrounded by tissues, and feeling miserable.
Ranpo immediately went into nurturing mode. He prepared hot tea with honey and covered Poe in every blanket they owned.
"You just rest, I'll take care of everything," Ranpo assured, feeling Poe's forehead worriedly. Poe managed a small smile at Ranpo's mother-henning.
Ranpo spent the day fetching cold medicine, making soup, and keeping Poe comfortable. He even did silly dances to try and cheer Poe up when he was really coughing and achy.
By evening, Poe's fever had come down a bit thanks to Ranpo's diligent care. Ranpo joined him on the couch, letting Poe snuggle against him for warmth.
Absently, Ranpo stroked Poe's hair as they watched TV together. The simple touch was soothing, and soon Poe was lulled into a light sleep.
Ranpo gazed down at Poe's sleeping face, chest tightening with affection. He truly would do anything for this man.
Later that night, Ranpo awoke to Poe coughing violently in his sleep. Ranpo sat him up, rubbing his back until the fit subsided.
Wordlessly, he pulled Poe into his arms. Poe clung to him weakly, exhausted from coughing. Ranpo rocked him gently, murmuring words of comfort until Poe drifted off again.
By morning, Poe's fever had broken. Ranpo still fussed over him, insisting he stay in bed to fully recover.
When Poe was finally better, he pulled Ranpo into a fierce hug. "Thank you for taking such good care of me, love," he said earnestly.
Ranpo hugged back just as tightly. "Anytime. I'll always be here when you need me."
And Poe knew without a doubt that he would.
