The Wondrous Adventures of Misfortune

Heartbreaking Honesty

"Shin! Where do you keep your underwear? All mine are dirty and I need to borrow a pair!" Takao called out as he walked out of the bathroom after taking a shower. The water still clung to his body with droplets rolling down his chest. It was clear to see for the green-haired male since all the demon was wearing was a towel around his waist.

"Excuse me?" Midorima had been reading a medical journal before being interrupted, and the sudden question caused him to set it down on his lap. He also looked up at Takao and was honestly surprised and appalled by the question. However, he knew he shouldn't have been shocked since in the full 2 weeks he'd known the demon, he was sure that he was no longer able to become shocked by him. However, just when Midorima thinks he is able to predict Takao's words and actions, he does something unexpected. So, unfortunately for Midorima, the demon is able to continue surprising him and mostly it's not a good surprise.

"Can I bor-"

"No, I heard you. I was momentarily shocked at how much of an idiot you can be."

"You're so mean Shin!" Even so, it didn't stop Takao's mission. He made his way to Midorima's bedroom and entered it. For the most part, it was also Takao's room considering he as well was sleeping in there. No matter what Midorima did, Takao still showed up in bed with him at night.

Much to the green-haired male's horror, he wasn't as bothered as he should be about the actions of the demon. He quickly grew comfortable and even accepted Takao sleeping next to him. It honestly concerned him, since his mistrust of the demon still hadn't gone away. Still, he made no mention of it to Takao. He refused to tell him any of his feelings towards the demon, the good nor the bad.

"Takao! What are you..." His question died away as he turned to fully look at his room. The demon was standing in the doorway now, only wearing a pair of Midorima's underwear. Seeing the green-haired male looking at him, Takao posed.

"How do I look Shin?"

"Put clothes on. You look ridiculous." Midorima spoke harsher than normal, but it was to hide the odd feeling he now felt.

"Fine!" Takao then disappeared before returning fully clothed. "Huh? You okay?"

"Go die." Midorima began reading again. He felt his body grow hotter as he thought about how Takao looked wearing only his underwear. He didn't like the thoughts he was having, nor the reaction his body had along with them. He especially didn't care for the fact that Takao instantly noticed his change.

"...in... Shin? Hey, are you hearing me?"

"What is it?" Midorima looked up at Takao, who was now inches from his face.

"You remember a few days ago how I told you about the job offer at Daiki's bar?" Midorima nodded his head and motioned for Takao to back off a bit. The demon took a step back and continued talking. "Well I'm going to go to work there and I start today. The other band members also work there, so I'm really excited!"

"I see."

"I'm taking your car. Don't miss me too much." Takao then paused as he was closing the front door behind him. He turned to look at the human once more. His smile was gone and in replace of it was a serious look. "Also, it's dangerous here without me. Don't leave or let anyone in. I mean it, Shin."

"Just go, you're bothering me and my reading."

"See you later!" With that, Takao was gone, leaving Midorima in silence. The green-haired male just sighed in relief. He hadn't had time alone since the demon showed up. No matter where he went, Takao would follow.

Two hours went by and his relief turned to annoyance. In the two weeks he'd known Takao, he grew used to having him around. So with the demon gone, Midorima felt a sense of loneliness.