Yokozawa Takafumi's Mistakes (Sekai ichi Hatsukoi fanfic)

Halloween Special

Relaxing on the couch, Yokozawa had the television on and started drifting to sleep. Sorata had curled up on his lap and was purring contentedly. All of a sudden hurried footsteps came from the direction of the bedrooms. With a leap, Hiyori pounced on the couch landing next to Yokozawa. Not expecting the sudden arrival, Yokozawa jolted awake. The movement sent Sorata falling to the floor, yet true to the nature of a cat he landed on his paws. Releasing an annoyed hiss Sorata shook out his fur and ran off. Hiyori looked guiltily in Sorata's direction and then at Yokozawa.
"I'm sorry Onichan. I didn't mean to interrupt both Sorata and your nap. I hope I didn't bother you with my actions just now," Hiyori spoke apologetically and lowered her head a tiny bit.
"It's fine. I am not that tired. And Sorata will get over it later, after all he likes sleeping on your bed the best. And I enjoy you being happy and energetic," Yokozawa replied, with a gentle smile.
Giggling in a cute way Hiyori scooted over to sit on Yokozawa's now non occupied lap. She loved sitting here. Hiyori knew that Yokozawa wasn't the most affectionate person, so it made her happy that Yokozawa allowed he to sit on his lap. Looking up at Yokozawa's face, Hiyori noted the smile that graced his lips and just the smallest tint of pink on his cheeks. He still wasn't completely comfortable or used to this. 'Yokozawa's so cute. I can kind of understand why father likes to tease him.'
"Did you need something?" Yokozawa asked, breaking the silence and reminding Hiyori why she came out to him in the first place.
"Ah! That's right! So you know Halloween is coming up soon?" Hiyori inquired, observing Yokozawa's reaction.
"Yeah. It's in about three weeks. What about it?" Yokozawa asked, not sure where this conversation was going.
"Well I was thinking we could go costume shopping together,"Hiyori suggested, smiling brightly and gazing at him.
"I don't mind going with you, but isn't this something you should talk to Kirishima about,"Yokozawa returned, honestly not thrilled about the idea of taking Hiyori costume shopping. Not to say he didn't want to spend time with her, but costumes are clothing and picking out clothes tends to take forever. Also, Yokozawa didn't feel that he would be much good at things like helping pick out a Halloween costume.
"I already talked to father about this. He thought it would be wonderful for the three of us to go together. Although he added that if I wanted you to go as well, I had to ask you myself," Hiyori assured Yokozawa nodding her head slightly.
"Is that so? That does sound like something he would say," Yokozawa spoke, his eyes narrowing. 'So childish. I need to talk to Kirishima about his using Hiyori to get his way.'
"This is going to be so much fun. I can't wait! I'm sure the three of us will find great costumes!" Hiyori excitedly chirped, starting to get lost in her own ideas and thoughts.
Keeping his eyes on her, Yokozawa once again smiled. He really did enjoy how easily excitable Hiyori was. Being around Hiyori made Yokozawa feel needed, satisfied, and happy. As Yokozawa allowed Hiyori time to refocus her words came back to him. 'Wait. Something about what Hiyo said didn't seem quite right. I am starting to get a bad feeling about this.'
"Three of us? You aren't expecting me to dress up as well, right?" Yokozawa asked, fearing  the response he would receive. 'Surely I am mistaken.'
"Of course! Both father and you should dress up as well this year. It will make going out trick or treating even more fun!" Hiyori voiced, her eyes glowing brightly as she thought this was a great idea.
"I won't dress up for Halloween," Yokozawa blurted out, as he found the thought of actually walking around outside, where others could see him, in a costume as immature and embarrassing. 'There's no way I can do that!'
"Oh. I see. That's too bad," Hiyori dejectedly said, slumping and displaying disappointment on he face.
"I suppose this year...I could make an exception," Yokozawa whispered, as the sight of a sad Hiyori broke through his pride and resolve.
"Really?!" Hiyori asked, instantly cheering up and turning to hold his gaze.
"Yeah. This a one time only thing though," Yokozawa replied, making sure that Hiyori knew it would be unlikely he would do something like this again.
"If you say so. Who knows, you might end up liking this," Hiyori countered, grinning and shrugging.
"That's not going to happen ever," Yokozawa answered briskly, without hesitation.
Yokozawa's brow knit as he stared at Hiyori. This type of conversation felt to familiar. 'Did Hiyo just tease me? No way!' However, anyway Yokozawa thought about it Hiyori's words elicited a reaction that he commonly gave to Kirishima. Placing a hand on his head, Yokozawa massaged his temple. 'Kirishima's personality is rubbing off on Hiyori and not in a good way. I won't be able to handle both of them teasing me.'
"Is something wrong?" Hiyori questioned, worry clearly on her face as she examined Yokozawa's face and actions.
"No. Everything is alright," Yokozawa reassured Hiyori as he lowered his hand to his side.
"Okay. If you say so. Well I have homework to do," Hiyori responded before sliding off of Yokozawa's lap.
"Call me or come and get me if you need any help," Yokozawa offered, it being normal for him to do ever since the first time he came over.
"I will!" Hiyori confirmed walking towards her room. Stoping she looked over her shoulder. "I forgot to ask. When are you free to go shopping?"
"Hmmm. How about Friday?" Yokozawa asked, going over his known work schedule in his head.
"If that works for father and you, then it's good with me," Hiyori answered happily continuing to walk to her room.
When Hiyori reached her room, she closed the door. She grabbed her math book, a paper, and a pencil. However, Hiyori's focus was else where making doing homework nearly impossible. 'Oh yeah, I almost forgot.' Grabbing her phone, Hiyori flopped on her back landing on the bed. Typing out a quick message she pressed send. Almost immediately Hiyori heard a chime that meant she received a text. A mischievous smile on her face, she texted a response. Closing the phone Hiyori, returned to doing homework, waiting impatiently for Friday.