Elfen Lied (LucyxMaleReader) Lillium's Descent

Chapter 7 ( You are grand)

Reader's P.O.V.

In such an awkward situation, a store clerk had finally come over to save me from embarrassment.

Store Clerk: Can I help you? You two seem like your having trouble.

She said.

(Y/n): Uh...yeah, thanks.

She smiled at me.

Store Clerk: So what kind of things do you want for your girlfriend? Are you a lace kind of guy, a cotton guy or something else?

She said as she pulled matching underwear and bras sets off o their racks in order to show me.

(Y/n): WHAT!? No you've got it all wrong, she's not my-

Store Clerk: No, it's fine, you don't have to be embarrassed, lots of guys come with their girlfriends to pick out things they want to see them wear.

I figured I'd be making the situation worst as I sighed lowly and kept quiet. Meanwhile, the Store Clerk took Lucy to the back of the store in order for her to try on a few things in order to see what her "size" was. I waited patiently before seeing the Store Clerk bag whatever undergarments Lucy decided to purchase. As soon as the transaction was done, I grabbed Lucy by the hand and quickly ran us out of the store. I had never been so relieved to be out of a store before. All the while, I could hear the store clerk saying " Thank you, have a nice day."

We only had one last stop inside the store which was a show department within it. I got Lucy foot measured and bought her at least 4 pairs of shoes that we carefully picked out so that it would match her outfit. When we where officially done shopping, we looked like one of those cliché movies with the shopaholic girl with dozens of bags of merchandise, with her scrawny guy friend carrying 99% of her stuff. I didn't mind though. When it came to money, I didn't mind spending it on things that where needed.

On our way home, we passed the three old ladies house and this time they were all sitting outside. I tried to rush by, knowing they wouldn't let me go home once they saw Lucy but even as nearly blind women, they knew the blurry shape of a second person when they squinted. They loved meeting new people.

Mrs. Okawa: (Y/n)!? (Y/N)?!

I heard Mrs. Okawa call after me. I kept my head down trying to ignore her but knowing that was rude, I couldn't go through with it.

(Y/n): Can't talk right now Mrs. Okawa. I gotta go. Bye.

Mrs. Shino: I wonder what's gotten into him?

Mrs. Riza: He's just excited to play with that little friend of his. Remember I told you two about her?

Mrs. Okawa: Oh that's right. Well it certainly is nice that he found someone to share his interest. We should make them both matching sweaters.

Mrs. Riza: or beanie's?

Mrs. Shino: Why not both?

Mrs. Okawa: Now that's a wonderful idea.

Time skip......

We got home as soon as my arms gave out from the weight of all the bags. I closed the door with my foot, took off my shoes and placed them where they belonged before setting all the bags in my room. Looking around I had to wonder how I'd explain the damage to my contractor.....

Meanwhile, Lucy seemed anxious to try on all the new stuff that I bought her. I checked on her close that I washed from last night and hung them in the closet. A few minutes later, Lucy came walking out with one of the new outfits she picked out. I was glad she kept in the bows but she didn't necessarily have to wear them in the house. She could be herself here, I'm not going to judge her, she's totally welcome but I knew she didn't keep the bows in because she was afraid of what I might think of her appearance, she kept them in because they meant a lot to her.

I understand I could be confusing her with how I was reacting toward her. My reaction towards her horns was most likely not what she would expect from most people who would be afraid of her and so the inevitable talk couldn't be avoided anymore. I knew and she knew it and we both sat down for a confrontation.

(Y/n): I know this isn't what you where expecting from me. To be so understanding about what you are....but I know your not human and it's totally fine. I really don't mind, honestly your horns look cute, like cat ears. They actually make me jealous.

Lucy: Their not cute, their a burden and your a foolish human not to be afraid of a diclonious. I could kill you in a second, you'll never understand what it's like to be one of us.

(Y/n): If you wanted to kill me you would have done it already. I'm not afraid of you. I don't see you as a monster or a killer like the government and everyone else does. I could care less if you where a diclonious, a cyclops , a vampire or killed a lot of people. I know your a really nice person, your just doing what you need to do in order to survive in a world this world that doesn't understand you. I enjoy our company. So if you, want you can stay here with me. This can be your home and I'll try my best to care for you. I understand if you don't trust us but not all humans are jerks.

Lucy was quiet for a moment before standing up and walking towards the fish tank.

Lucy: I don't understand you.....

(Y/n): You will over time. I want us to get to know each other, we haven't spoke much and don't really know anything about each other but if it's ok with you, I'd like to know more about you.

I say as I held a hand out to Lucy, she looked at it before grabbing it slowly. Once her hand was in mine, I led her to the attic.

(Y/n): One thing that I do know about you is that you like music but instead of just hearing it, you can play it and create it.

I say as I flicked on the attic like and walked towards a giant object covered by a dusty and slightly dirty white sheet. I lifted the sheet to reveal a red grand piano. Lucy marveled at it.

(Y/n): I may not be as good of a piano player as I am with the violin and flute but I can teach you a few things. You'll like it. Your first lesson starts now and when you know enough, you'll create your own piece that we can turn into a tune for a music box, just for you.