5. Sweet Gestures

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Eyes shot open, Mugman sat up suddenly. A notebook fell onto the floor, and he grazed his fingers along a blanket on his body

Mugman: What the..?

Gabriel: Oh, you're awake!

He stood at one end of the couch, holding a mug in his hands, drinking something. Presumably coffee

Mugman: Did I fall asleep?! Oh my god, I'm really sorry!

Gabriel: It's fine! I didn't mind!

Mugman: No, no, this is not appropriate! We hardly know each other! I-I need to get back home!

He got off the couch and started collecting his things frantically. Gabriel set down his mug and helped Mugman get his stuff together

Gabriel: Are you sure? In case you haven't realized, it's raining..

His finger pointed to the window viewing outside. There was rain pouring down in the streets. Mugs frowned and stared outside for a moment

Mugman: My brother's going to freak out if I'm not home soon. He doesn't exactly trust you or like you

Gabriel: Really? Well, do you?

The question grabbed Mugman's attention. He turned to Gabriel's curious face, and after a moment of silence, he smiled while answering

Mugman: Of course

His face flushed momentarily, complimenting his kind smile. Gabriel returned a similar smile

Mugman: But still, I don't want to worry my brother..

Gabriel: I understand!

He reassured Mugman with a suddenly nervous smile, a change from his sweet smile just a second ago

Mugman: I'll see you next week on Tuesday, okay?

Gabriel: Okay!

The angel gave him a thumbs up, and Mugs chuckled slightly at the obvious awkward demeanor

Mugman: Um, anyway, bye!

Gabriel: Bye!

He blushed even more as he watched his friend slip his bag over his shoulder. He headed to the door, but before he could open it, Gabriel panicked

Gabriel: Wait, wait!

Mugman: What?

Gabriel: Remember we suggested it was best I walk you home?

Mugman: Oh, right..

Gabriel: Let me grab this umbrella!

He grabbed one from next to the door, and Mugman was finally able to open the door. As they stepped out, Gabriel opened up the umbrella to shield them from the rain

Gabriel: Do you enjoy the rain, my friend?

Mugman: I guess so. It can be neat sometimes..

Gabriel: Personally, I like it a lot! How it occurs is very fascinating, and so are the effects!

The angel proceeded to explain the science behind rain. And even if Mugman already knew it all, he still listened with a smile

Gabriel: Moving on, how does Cuphead feel about rain?

Mugman: Hm? Why the sudden interest in him?

Gabriel: He seems like an interesting person! I'd like to get to know him more!

Mugman: Yeah? Well, I doubt he feels the same..

Gabriel: I know

He nodded slightly, and Mugman smiled a little, laughing to himself silently

Mugman: Well, he-

He suddenly stopped, and Gabriel did too to avoid rain getting onto Mugs

Gabriel: What's wrong?

Mugman: Holy shit! Oh my god, we need to get back! Right now!

With no questions asked, Gabriel easily followed Mugman's pace in order to run at his side. They raced through the rain and sounds of thunder. They made it back into the apartment complex, and Mugman ignored the elevator, rushing up the stairs

Mugman: Cup! Cuphead!

He called out as he managed to unlock the apartment. He went to his brother's room, knocking on the door

Mugman: Are you okay? I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to leave you in a storm like this! I-I accidentally fell asleep at Gabe's place!

The mentioned just arrived into the apartment. He set down the umbrella and shut the door

Gabriel: *He only panicked when he was about to answer my question.. Is.. Cuphead afraid of storms?*

He asked himself, stepping closer to the frantic mug. Then, they both heard the toilet flush in the bathroom. Cuphead calmly walked out moments later

Cuphead: For God's sake, calm down! I figured you were off getting railed by lampchop..

Mugman: I said I fell asleep!

He spat out at Cups, blushing a little as his eyes darted to Gabriel very quickly, worried if he had heard that

Cuphead: Close enough, whore

He flipped off Mugman as he headed back into his room, flinching at the sound of thunder. Mugman became worried again and approached his brother

Mugman: I'm here now.. Do you want to watch a movie or bake something?

Cuphead: If that bastard can go fuck himself for once instead of you, then sure!

He said with a mocking smile, obviously very pissed off that Gabriel was present. Mugs sighed and stepped out of Cup's room, speaking to Gabriel

Mugman: Sorry Gabe, I told you he doesn't like you..

The mug smiled nervously as he pointed to the door. The angel gave a quick smile before waving as he approached the door to leave

Mugman: Thanks for walking me home and the uh, umbrella..

Gabriel: Of course! No problem, Mugs!

The unexpected sound of his nickname surprised Mugman as the door was shut

Mugman: He's.. He's really sweet, isn't he?

Cuphead: Like a pile of shit!

Mugman: Leave him alone!

Cuphead: If he leaves you alone, sure!

He pointed to Mugs as he left his room, closing the door with a blanket wrapped around his body. Mugman rolled his eyes before heading into the kitchen

End.

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