Snake[Izaya X Reader]

Playing games

With Nick, you enter the Russian sushi bar where you arranged to meet Mikado. Simon greets you as you step inside.

"здравствуйте, чем я могу вам помочь?" says Simon, he smiles and looks at Nick. "Nice to meet you, mister," he nods, and Nick returns the gesture with a slow nod.

"Здравствуй, Simon," you greet Simon and give him a small smile. You look and observe the cheerful crowd afterward. "Да, здесь всегда весело," you say, glancing back at him. "То же самое место как всегда," you add, and Simon nods. You head to your usual private spot and take a seat.

"That's hilarious," Nick comments, leaning back with an amused smile. "And here I thought my Russian accent was bad."

"Your Russian is rather good," you say and look at him. "But that's how it is when you have an ear for languages," you say since Nick speaks quite a few languages. "You're so well educated and very intelligent," you continue, "why would you quit and give up on the opportunity of running a successful company?"

"The role of the right hand is what I prefer at the time," replies Nick in a calm voice.

"There's good money in it and it's legal, less dangerous," you say and Nick gives a small teasing smile.

"[f/n]," he says, "no way I'm walking away from this," a handsome smile widens over his face. "I love my life, everything that I need and desire, I have it all." He replies calmly and you smile gently.

"Nick, it won't be like this forever," you smile and nod, "I would like you to go legal but if you decide to proceed to work with us then I would want you to take my role when the time comes."

"What?" he says surprised, "it's too soon to discuss this."

"No, I'm serious," you say with a small smile. "Jean will handle the legal part; we've already talked about it. As for you," you pause for a moment, "I want you to stay by my side, take my responsibilities. It won't happen overnight, probably in a few years, but I want you to know that I've made a decision and chosen you." You pause then continue, "You have plenty of time to decide if this is what you desire or not. Tell me your answer when you decide."

"Why? Why did you, of all people, pick me?" says Nick as he calms.

"We both know why," you say. "You have charisma, you're a leader. The person, who will take my position has to be intelligent, educated, and inventive. This role requires a strong, dominant character with determination and the will to achieve goals. You have the intellect, rationality, and confidence, you know how to gain people's trust and you show empathy when needed. That's you, Nick. People respect you, love you, trust and rely on you. They adore and fear you; you're the brains and force, a true leader."

"I'm honored," says Nick after a short moment of silence, "I've never chased after status but if you say I earned such a position then I'll take the responsibilities and the leadership."

"I'm glad," you smile while watching Nick, deeply respecting and admiring him. "As for now, the boy will come soon."

"Yeah," Neal says, a handsome smile on his face. It's clear your words are going through his head. "I'll wait at the bar," says Nick to give you privacy and not intimidate Mikado too much. "The boy has come," says Nick when he notices Mikado walk into the place, dressed in school uniform. He looks around, he pulls on his sleeve nervously, he gives a rather timid appearance. He notices you and Nick, he gives a small nod as a greeting while he grabs the stripe of his bag and approaches.

"good evening," says Mikado politely then bows.

"evening," you say "let's take a seat," you say then head to the private spot and Mikado nods then follows you while Nick stays at the bar like he said he will. Simon comes and sets tea on the table, you motion him to close the door, he smiles then closes the door of the private room.