(Shizuo x Reader) Crossed Paths

Chapter 2: Directions

The walk to Tom's apartment you kept your attention to him while stealing glances over to his body guard. Not because you found him attractive, but because he continued to catch him stealing glances. You would feel the presence of his stare. He would fail to avert when you caught him trying to play it off as cool or just shoot him an awkward smile. Should you feel creeped out? Yes. Are you? Nope. Instead you felt flattered. Capturing such a handsome guy's eyes on your first day is a win in your book.

Brown irises scan your figure taking in every inch of detail from head to toe. Shizuo wanted to remember you this time while he went through his memory bank. Your face fit the description of the girl in his head.

"The sushi restaurant. Do you remember that?" A tall African/Russian man wearing a Japanese fisherman's attire greets you with an advertisement holding coupons.

"Welcome! Nice to see you Tom, Shizuo and, who is this pretty lady?" You blush in acknowledgement to the compliment. Shizuo winces as if the stab of jealousy stung him. He wanted to be the only one to make you blush. The only one who gets to see you bashful.

"Simon this is my cousin, (Y/n). Do you remember her? She used to live here until she moved away." Tom explained.

"Oh! You must forgive me. My mind is a bit foggy when it comes to the past, but is pleasure to meet you." You shake his hand.

"Likewise." You said.

A buzz sound reverberates from Tom's pocket. He rummages for his phone bringing it up to view and find a message received.

"Damn." He cursed before returning to the man. "Sorry Simon, we have to get going. Maybe later tonight we can dine here." Tom drags you along ripping you away from the sweet man but not before receiving a pamphlet containing the restaurant's menu.

"Okay! Be sure to come. See you later!" Simon waves to you over the dozens of passer-by's.

"Sorry about that. Boss messaged me. He wanted to know how much we collected. I have to drop you off, and head back to work."

"I understand cuz." You Pat his shoulder reassuringly. "We can tour the city some other time. Maybe Shizuo can be my tour guide." You grin as the male bashfully turns away. Tom gapes in surprise.

"Sure. Whenever you want just let me know." He grunted.

That same afternoon, you are dropped off at the front of the apartment building. Tom hands you his keys. "Here. The extra room is ready for you. It's the one on the left when you enter. Make yourself at home and I'll see you soon."

"I hope so. I have a surprise for you. I'm hoping we can do our routine whenever we see each other." Tom's eyes light up.

"Definitely. I can't wait." You both chortled.

"See ya later." You turn to Shizuo, "It was nice meeting you Mr. Body guard." He simply nods in acknowledgment. You take your leave dragging your luggage with you while Shizuo watches until you're out of sight. Slight disappointment lingers with you gone.

"What the hell was that?" Tom asked.

"What was what?" Shizuo pulls out a carton of cigarettes already taking one into his mouth.

"Don't be coy. You blushed." He pointed out."

"You're seeing things." Shizuo commented as he proceeds to light the end of the cig.

Tom crosses his arms bemused. "Sure I am. I know what I saw. Don't think about trying to hit on her." He nudges the blonde causing his face to heat up to the tips of his ears.

"N-no." He stutters cursing at himself for doing so. "No, not at all." He corrects himself.

"Good. She's quite a catch, but I'd also hate to turn on you. I'm protective of her. She's the only one out of my family who looks up to me. We've been together since we were kids. Inseparable until the move."