NSB Oneshots Part 2

ꜱᴇʙʀʏᴀɴ: ɴᴏᴏᴅʟᴇ ᴅᴜᴇʟ

This is cute. Honestly.

Sebastian and Ryan strolled through the aisles of the local department store, their basket growing steadily heavier with items they'd deemed essential for their upcoming beach trip. Ryan, with his quiet enthusiasm, had already filled it with sunscreen, beach towels, and a new set of flip-flops that he swore would prevent him from slipping this time.

But as they rounded the corner near the sporting goods section, something bright and colorful caught Sebastian's eye. There, perched on a display of summer pool toys, was an array of pool noodles, their vibrant hues gleaming under the fluorescent lights. A smile broke across Sebastian's face, and he abandoned their basket to rush over.

"Ryan! Check this out!" Sebastian exclaimed, lifting a bright blue foam noodle off the shelf. It was long and floppy, the kind that could be turned into a makeshift weapon of epic proportions. He swung it playfully through the air, imagining the laughter and splashes that would come from their beach adventures.

Ryan approached cautiously, a bemused expression on his face. "You know that's for the pool, right? Not for staging a joust in the aisle?"

"What if I told you it could be both?" Sebastian grinned, brandishing the noodle like a knight would a sword. "I challenge you to a noodle duel!"

Ryan chuckled, rubbing the back of his neck and trying to suppress a grin. "Are you serious?"

"Absolutely! This isn't just any old noodle duel. This is a duel of skill and valor! The ultimate test of bravery!" Sebastian declared, striking a dramatic pose with the noodle raised high.

Though clearly amused, Ryan couldn't deny the spark of competition igniting within him. "I'll take you on! But if I win, you have to carry the basket for the rest of the shopping trip."

Sebastian raised an eyebrow, accepting the terms. "And if I win, you have to let me pick the next movie we watch on date night. You know I've been dying to see that cheesy summer romcom!"

Ryan laughed, unable to resist the playful bait. "Deal!"

They moved to the side of the aisle, clearing an imaginary battlefield. Sebastian lunged forward first, swinging the noodle towards Ryan. With a practiced air, Ryan sidestepped and countered with a quick jab of his own, sending Sebastian laughing and stumbling back.

"Oh, you think you're clever, do you?" Sebastian exclaimed, straightening up. The two continued to duel amidst laughter and gasps. Their foam weapons clashed harmlessly, sending echoes of joy through the store. Onlookers paused, some with amused smiles, others visibly attempting to stifle their laughter at the spectacle unfolding in the aisle.

With each mock attack, they fell into a rhythm. Sebastian spun around, tried to feint right, then swung left, only for Ryan to duck and roll past him. Their graceful, exaggerated movements somehow drew the attention of more customers. A couple of children giggled and picked up their own noodles from nearby shelves to join in on the impromptu battle.

"You're not getting away that easily!" Sebastian shouted as he twirled dramatically, plunging at Ryan with his noodle once more. "Prepare to meet your doom!"

Ryan managed a quick pirouette, sidestepping Sebastian's advance and delivering a triumphant tap to his partner's shoulder. "Gotcha!"

Sebastian dramatically fell back, clutching his heart and sighing in mock defeat. "You wound me, oh noble opponent! You have proven your mettle. I concede victory!"

The small crowd, now fully engaged, erupted into applause. Sebastian sat up, a wide grin plastered on his face, soaking in the moment. Ryan extended a hand to help him up, and as their fingers intertwined, the remnants of the duel lingered in the air, the laughter pulling them closer.

"Okay, I'll concede one movie night," Ryan said, rolling his eyes playfully. "But you owe me a noodle duel every time we hit the beach, you know that?"

"Deal!" Sebastian laughed, and both of them returned to pick up the stray items from the floor, now keenly aware of all the other eyes watching.

So, with slightly ruffled hair and heartwarming laughter echoing around them, Sebastian and Ryan continued their shopping adventure, both excited for the beach—and the epic nudges of playful duel that would certainly follow. And, of course, the romcom that was now firmly on their must-see list.