Fulfilling a Promise ([Ib] Garry x Reader)

A Pleasant Day

Garry POV
(Y/N) and I have been together for quite some time, ever since the scarring events in Guertena's gallery. We managed to develop feelings for one another in said gallery, (which in a way I am indeed thankful) despite all of the terrifying monsters and challenging escape room-like puzzles. We also met a little girl there named Ib.
At one point in our adventure I offered the other two in my party if they'd like to go out for macarons. There's this cute cafe and bakery right next to the local movie theater, and I find myself going there quite often as of late. I'd really like to get us all together again; I haven't seen (Y/N) for about a week or so, and also I'd like to get to know a little bit more about Ib and her family. With her being so young, she doesn't have a phone, and her parents don't trust her to be alone, so I call her mother (we exchanged numbers before Ib left the gallery) and propose taking the four of us out to a movie, and then to the nearby bakery. She obliges, and says she'll meet me and (Y/N) at the movie theater in a couple of hours. In the meantime, I call (Y/N).
"Hello?"
"Hey, sweetie! How have you been?"
"Oh, hi Garry! Things have been fine, but I haven't seen you in a long time, and I really miss you."
"Glad you brought that up, I was wondering if you were free today?"
"I think so, what are you planning?"
"Ok so remember in the gallery I said I would take you and Ib out for macarons?"
"Oh yeahhh, I remember."
"I'm actually getting around to doing that. Ib and her mom are going to meet us at the movie theater in a couple of hours, we're gonna watch a movie, then go to the bakery."
"That sounds great! Count me in."
"Well of course! Why wouldn't I?"
"Ehehe, so, are you gonna pick me up or-"
"Yeah, I can pick you up in about an hour and 45 minutes."
"Ok, thank you Garry! You're so sweet! Love you!"
"Love you too, (Y/N)."
As soon as I hang up, my heart flutters. I simply can't resist (Y/N)'s charm. They're so sweet, loyal, considerate. How the hell did they manage to fall in love with someone like me, especially in that crazy, freaky gallery?
As the time passes, I eventually start to get ready. I put on my usual olive tank top and kakis, but this time, I decide to wear a black and blue flannel, high tops, and a blue beanie; it's about time I shake things up. You'd be surprised about how much I care about my fashion sense, I spent at least half an hour doing my hair. But alas, I'm finally looking decent. I get into my car and head to (Y/N)'s.
When I rang the doorbell, it only took them a few seconds to answer. They were wearing (whatever you'd wear on a casual date) and it suited them very nicely. Their face immediately lit up when they saw me, and soon after, enveloped me into a warm hug.
"Garry! Oh, it's so good to see you!"
"Ehe, you too, (Y/N)."
They give me a quick kiss, and then we head back to the car.
I then drove the two of us to the theater. It was easy to spot Ib and her mother, their rich red clothing standing out against the grey sky and the dully painted building.
After a bit of socializing outside, we notice from the mist hitting our clothes that it was going to start raining soon. In the bit of time that Ib and I haven't seen each other, she turned 10 years old, and has grown quite a bit. Her chocolatey brown hair is even longer, and she now comes up to the slight cinch in my waist. She's still as quiet as ever, though. Although we were watching a Pixar movie, I was the one who was brought to tears, as opposed to Ib. Nonetheless, I'm sure she enjoyed the movie.
After the movie, we exit the theater and walked across the wet street to my favorite bakery. As soon as we walk in the door, the warmly colored lights and the sugary sweet smell completely contrast the grey whether and put me in an even better mood. I can say without a doubt that this is my favorite bakery. From the delicious sweets, to the aesthetically pleasing atmosphere, to the kind bakers; everything about this place warms my soul. I've taken (Y/N) here quite a bit as well, and they've taken a liking to it just as much as I have.
(Y/N) and I decide to split a box of macarons, Ib gets a scoop of gelato, and her mother, being the sophisticated lady she is, gets a slice of strawberry cheesecake. We sit down at a small table and catch up over our sweets. It really has been awhile since I've seen everyone here, it's crazy that we met in a place like a corrupt art gallery.
"So, I was wondering, how did you all become so close? We only saw each other in Weiss Guertena's gallery, after all.."
Ib hasn't told her mother about what happened? Well, at least we have each other as alibis so she won't think we're crazy. Maybe Ib was waiting for a moment like this so she'd have people to back her up..
The three of us start from the beginning; how we all got there. We each got there a different way, I found a new staircase, (Y/N) found a new door and Ib fell through a painting. We then explained how our roses worked, and so on and so forth until we escaped. Ib's mother was very surprised and concerned when our story finally ended.
"That's absolutely ludicrous! I can't believe it..."
(Y/N) stepped in to try to calm her down.
"We couldn't believe it either, but alas, everything's fine now. Besides, we wouldn't be here without what happened, right?"
(Y/N)'s right. We never would've became the couple we are now without the gallery. The three of us wouldn't be this close without the gallery.
After they said that to break the tension, we started talking more; cracking jokes, telling stories, just enjoying each other's company. When the sun finally started to peak out of the clouds, we noticed after some time, it's already begun to set. Ib's mother checks the time, and with a few heartfelt goodbyes, they're on their way. (Y/N) and I decide to leave too, but I don't feel like heading home yet, so we just hang out at their house for a bit. We snuggle up and watch the sun set.
I look over at (Y/N). Their head is in the nook of my neck, their (S/C) skin tinted gold from the light, and (E/C) eyes bright, intrigued. I smile lovingly, and guide their chin with my hand to face me, as I gently press my lips against theirs. After the release, I embrace them and whisper into their ear,
"I love you, (Y/N)."
"I love you too, Garry."

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