Love Shots

Izumo x Reader

What's up guys!!! Long time no see! College is a bitch and hurts even worse with a full time job. But! I still write. Albeit, a much slower pace than when I was in the horrid days of high school, but it's still coming. This one goes out to StayLovelyandFab. Thank you for the support and I truly hope you enjoy this.

You still couldn't believe it. Out of all the places out there, this was the last place you would have ever thought to see his mug. You pulled at your apron, making sure it was smooth and wrinkle-free. You knew the mother of the bride would have a major fit if even the thinnest of hairs was out of place.

"We aren't paying you to look like slobs! We're paying you to look like professionals! If we had wanted you to look like animals, we would've hired monkeys instead!"

You sighed at the memory of the Old Hag yelling at you and your partner. One small strand of hair came loose from your bun and she unraveled quicker than a cat playing with toilet paper when you're not home.

"Are you ready?" Melanie leaned closer and nudged your arm playfully.

Rolling your eyes, you let out another sigh, "As ready as I'll ever be."

Melanie's eyes dart over towards the bar, "I wonder how he ended up being the bar tender here."

You look over out of the corner of your eyes, "Yes, it is a wonder."

The reception begins and guests from the wedding begin pouring in, most making their way to the bar already. Finally, the Groomsmen and Bridesmaids pour in followed by the bride and groom. Toasts are made. Tears are shed. The party begins.

With the music blaring loudly, you have to lean in close and speak loudly for the guests to hear you. You knew by the end of the night your voice would be gone and sure enough, after a couple hours, your throat was starting to feel dry and scratchy.

When people began eating less and leaving, you stepped aside and looked into the mirror behind the bar, making sure every hair was in place.

"How about a drink for the lovely lady?"

His voice still gave you goosebumps as you shut your eyes and sighed. "No, thank you, I'm fine."

"Are you sure? No charge." Izumo flashed you his signature smirk.

You furrowed your brows in a glare, "I'm fine." You turned around and surveyed the crowd of people, looking - hoping - someone would flag you down for more food.

"I never would have thought I'd run into you here of all places," He said. He had finished helping some young men and walks over towards your end of the bar.

"That makes two of us."

"Awe, come on now, _______, you aren't really still upset with me are you?"

You didn't even have to turn around to see what kind of face he was making. The typical "You aren't really mad at me" puppy dog look that looked more sexy than cute.

"You don't really think I'd forget and forgive, now do you?" Your grip on your tray tightened.

"If I remember correctly, you're the one who ended it with me. Not the other way around."

You turned on your heel and faced him, enraged. "And if I remember correctly, it was you who decided running off to another country was better than settling down with me."

He stood up straight and sighed. "Look-"

You see out of the corner of your eyes a man's hand shoot up. You had already helped him five times. "I've got to go. I'm not having this discussion right now."

The night finally draws to a close and the group of caterers are thanked for their service.

"You ladies should receive your event bonus in your next paycheck. You're free to go now."

You walk to the back room and grab your jacket with Melanie.

"I saw you talking to him earlier. You didn't look so happy." She asked in a low voice.

You sighed for the umpteenth time that night and held the door open for her, "It was nothing."

"Really?" She points across the room, "By the looks of it, he's not ready to be done talking."

You roll your eyes.

"Hey, I'll text you when I get home. Let me know what happens." She leans in close, "Just remember, no "I missed you" sex. You want him on his knees begging for you."

You swat her shoulder, "I'll talk to you later." You part ways and make your way across the room, "What?"

He shrugged and offered you his arm, "You said earlier you didn't want to talk right then. So, it's later, let's talk."

You ignored his arm and began walking on your own. "There is nothing to talk about. You ditched so I ended things. End of story. Goodnight." The cool night air bites your cheeks as you step out.

Izumo grabs your arm and turns you around, "No, not goodnight. You never let me explain myself."

"Explain what, Izumo? What is there to explain?" Your voice shuddered from the cold but remained firm.

"I didn't want to leave you."

You rolled your eyes, "Oh please. Don't turn this into one of those "I didn't want to but had to stories."

He closed his eyes and stuck his hand in his coat pocket. "You know, while I was away, I couldn't stop thinking of you. And when you sent that call, ending things between us, my world ended. I had lost the last thing I never wanted to lose."

You scoffed.

His hand came back out with a small box. "I know you'll see this as nothing more than a guilt trip, but I was going to propose to you when I got back. Except, I came back to an empty home." He opened the box and showed you the shimmering ring. "I never stopped loving you. Even after you left."

You bit the inside of your lip and you had to fight the tears and emotions that were busting their way back out. "You know, a few sappy words and a diamond aren't going to fix this." You sniffled a little and looked down at the ground.

He stepped closer and lifted your chin with his delicate fingers. "I'm ready to do whatever I need to to fix this."

You looked him in the eyes and saw sincerity and love. The same look he would always give you before-

He leaned close and placed his lips on yours. Before you knew it, you had your arms wrapped around each other, pulling one another close.

"You'd better be ready." You said pulling away for a few seconds.

He smirked, "I'll get down and beg if I have to."

Returning his smirk you lock lips again, "Good."

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