A Spooky Love Tale (MiaKokichi x Reader)

Halloween Showstopper

The walk back to Mia's house was filled with excitement, your fingers still intertwined with hers as you hurried through the quiet, shadowy streets. The distant sound of laughter and music from the party grew louder with each step, but all you could think about was the person by your side and the warmth of her hand in yours.

By the time you reached Mia's house, the party was in full swing. The backyard was still alive with decorations, fog machines, and spooky lights that gave the place an otherworldly glow. People were dancing in their costumes, laughing, and taking pictures by the elaborate Halloween setups that Mia had so painstakingly put together.

As you and Mia stepped inside, it felt like the energy of the party shifted toward you. Mia's friends, who had been exchanging knowing glances earlier in the night, immediately noticed the way the two of you were holding hands. There were whispers, grins, and a few playful cheers from the crowd.

Mia grinned at you, giving your hand a squeeze. "Looks like they've figured it out."

You smiled, feeling your cheeks warm as you shrugged. "Guess we're not that subtle."

Mia laughed, a sound that made your heart flutter. "Well, I was never good at being subtle."

The two of you made your way through the crowd, your hands never parting. People came up to you, offering congratulations, teasing you both, and commenting on how they had seen this coming for a while. It was strange, but in a way, it felt like everything was falling into place—like this moment had been waiting to happen for a long time.

As the night wore on, the party only grew wilder. There was dancing, spooky games, and even a contest for the best costume. You and Mia spent most of the time together, laughing, joking, and stealing quiet moments away from the crowd to talk or share secret smiles. It felt perfect.

But just as the night was winding down, Mia pulled you aside once again, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"I have one more surprise for you," she said, her voice hushed as she led you toward a small shed at the far end of her backyard.

You raised an eyebrow, intrigued but a little suspicious. "Another surprise? How many do you have?"

Mia grinned, pulling you inside the shed and flicking on a light. The small space was filled with all kinds of props and decorations from past Halloween parties, but at the center of the room was something you didn't expect: a small, old-fashioned projector.

"I found this a while back," Mia explained, her tone soft as she set up the projector. "It's kind of a tradition for me to end the night with a horror movie. Something old and classic, you know? I thought maybe you'd like to watch it with me."

You smiled, your heart swelling at the thought of this small, personal tradition that Mia was now sharing with you. "I'd love that."

She beamed, her excitement clear as she set up the film and dimmed the lights. The two of you sat down on a couple of old beanbags, the space cozy and intimate, as the flickering light of the projector illuminated the screen.

The movie started, an old black-and-white horror film that felt timeless, its eerie soundtrack filling the small space. But despite the spooky setting, all you could focus on was Mia, who had snuggled up beside you, her head resting gently on your shoulder.

For a while, neither of you spoke, content to watch the film in comfortable silence. The night had been full of excitement and surprises, but this quiet moment felt like the perfect way to end it—a small, intimate escape from the world, just the two of you together.

As the credits rolled, Mia lifted her head, her eyes meeting yours in the soft glow of the projector. "This has been the best Halloween ever," she whispered, her voice full of warmth.

You smiled, leaning in closer. "Yeah, it really has."

Without thinking, without overanalyzing, you closed the small gap between you and Mia, your lips meeting hers in a soft, sweet kiss. It was gentle at first, hesitant, as if both of you were testing the waters. But then Mia kissed you back, her hand coming up to cup your cheek, and the world seemed to melt away.

When you finally pulled apart, Mia's eyes were shining, her smile wide and genuine. "I've been waiting for that all night," she teased, her voice light but full of affection.

You laughed softly, your heart feeling lighter than it had in a long time. "Me too."