Itto x Gorou

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(Btw this entire story has spoilers for the Inazuma archon quest, Gorou's character hangout quest, and Itto's story quest)

It was a long day, and the battle for Her Excellency and defense of Watatsumi island has finally ceased. However, we have a bounty of wounded and fallen soldiers who fought bravely among us. Only a small few in our army have Visions, which assisted the fight. The ones without them, though... Let's just say they weren't as lucky. 

At least now the Vision Hunt Decree has been abolished. But so many people got hurt; and so did their families vicariously. But part of my personal morals are to always find a silver lining. And I suppose the good part of this situation is that, well, it's over now! 

I haven't returned to Ritou in a long time, and so many people from there I've missed dearly. However, there still are some people I'd rather not have to see. Ever. That damned kitsune knows how to get me all flustered and uncomfortable, which are not traits I should show as a general.

It's embarrassing to lose my composure because of her words, but I can't help it! She knows how to rub me the wrong way. Really, I guess in a sick, twisted way, she finds it funny. Even with the help of the wiser and older people I know, it's been unsuccessful. 

Yae Miko, ugh, I hate her name! Just thinking about her makes me whimper—and it's very embarrassing. My tail wags when I'm nervous, angry, or excited, and the people in my troops don't know which is which most often. I'm glad, because I don't want them to know that I lay awake at night wanting for someone to snuggle my tail and keep me warm and cozy.

They assume I'm just turned on. Which is not true for the record! I don't have the time to take care of my sexual needs, if I even had them. I'm a busy guy. And sure, I'm not fighting anymore. But the wreckage still needs to be cleaned, and the soldiers need to be saved. 

However, it's only fair I get to take a break and relax, right? I deserve it, I think. Anyways, it's too late to turn back, because I've just set foot on Ritou now. It's comforting to see this ol' girl, here in person once again. The trees swaying in the wind, the air crisp and fresh. 

I look around, looking for any familiar faces. And then I spot him—the boss of the Arataki Gang, Itto. He glances in my direction and waves happily. 

"Gorou! You're back!" He exclaims. I nervously smile.

"Y-yeah, I am." 

He's the only person I know who's so incredibly gregarious, and it's far different from my own personality. Obviously, with my job and all, I'm not given the option to be a recluse. But when I have the opportunity, I like to spend some alone time. That's not to say I don't like people, though.

"It's nice to see the Doggy General back." He chuckles. 

"Please don't call me that..." I mutter. Itto playfully nudges my shoulder. 

"But it's true!" He says, smiling wide. I can't help but smile back; it's quite contagious.

"I think I'm going to rent a hotel or something now... See you!" I say, trying to shut this uncomfortable conversation down.  

"Uh... Alright. See you later, I guess." He says, keeping his smile. I just wave and walk away, trying to remember the locations in this city. Eventually I see a hotel, and walk in, reserving a room. 

After placing my things down in the bedroom, I lie on the bed, and look at the ceiling, not knowing what to do next. If I go out, I might run into Yae Miko, or even Itto. I don't know why I feel weird around him. 

We've interacted a handful of times before, and it was never weird at all. It's always been like that with Yae, but not him. I don't know what's wrong with me, honestly. It's been a few months since I've seen him. In my mind, if I ever thought of him, I knew what he looked like. 

I think he's changed...? And not physically, I don't think. It's just that I see him differently now. I don't know what's wrong with me. I'd never had said this before, but... He's actually quite fine.