Jyrus Oneshots - Part I (COMPLETED)

Obviously Not, or Maybe?

This is the seventh Jasher oneshot.

A short sequel to "Not Afraid". Joshua and Asher start to question how they really feel for each other.

Asher POV

Seeing how distressed Joshua had become during the night had made me worry about him. I hated watching him go through it, and I  hope that he won't go through it again. I wonder why nice people seem to be the ones who suffer.

I saw that Joshua was still tired when I woke up. I must admit, he looked very peaceful and cute. Wait, cute? What was I saying? Anyway, I decided to go down and make breakfast. It gave me a chance to think a little bit.

Joshua POV

I woke up and noticed that Asher was already awake. I was so confused, but really happy that he had comforted me last night. His arms were strong and made me feel protected. I got a good amount of sleep after he'd talked to me.

When he wasn't lying next to me, I felt like something was missing. Everything is better when Asher is around, and I feel so lonely without him. I wanted to talk with him, so I went downstairs to the kitchen.

Asher POV

I noticed that Joshua had joined me. He looked like he had so much more energy, like a spark that wasn't there before.

Me: Morning sleepyhead.

Joshua: Morning dimples.

Hang on, dimples? What was going on here? There was a certain glimmer in his eyes as he looked at me. He seemed so focused on something.

Me: Did you just call me dimples?

Joshua: Yes, I mean they are very defined.

Me: Oh... thanks, I guess.

Joshua: How can anyone miss them? They're so prominent.

I couldn't work out this feeling I was having, so I decided that it would be best if I changed the subject.

Me: Did you get a good amount of sleep in the end?

Joshua: I did, thanks to the way you cuddled with me!

If I didn't know better, I would say Joshua was flirting with me. I found myself going red in the face, but I must admit, I liked hearing it. The question was, were my suspicions true?

Joshua POV

Did I really just say that? I don't know where this rush of confidence was coming from, but I didn't hear Asher complain.

Asher: Everyone says I'm a cuddle monster.

Me: I have first hand experience of that now.

I had never seen Asher blush so much before, but I admit, he looked very dreamy. I now know what was happening. I was absolutely in love with him, but I guess I wasn't hiding it.

Asher: Joshua, I need to ask you a serious question.

Me: Sure, ask away.

Asher: Don't take this the wrong way, but do you maybe, sort of, you know... like me?

Me: Um...

I didn't know whether or not I should tell him the truth. This could result in him hating me forever and I really didn't want that.

Me: Well, I guess you could say I've grown increasingly fond of you.

Asher: You have?

Me: Yes, I mean you have a wonderful voice, a kind nature and you are very cute.

Okay, that was too far and I couldn't look at him in the eye. Perhaps I should've kept my mouth shut, but I was intrigued to see what he thought.

Asher POV

So Joshua does like me. I'm not angry in any way, in fact I'm thrilled. I'm so pleased that someone kind like him, would ever feel this way about me.

Me: You think I'm cute?

Joshua: Sorry, I shouldn't have said that.

Me: No, it's very sweet. No one has ever paid me so many compliments.

Joshua: Really? Now that does surprise me.

Me: Clearly I'm not as cool as everyone expects.

I did have a moment of self doubt, but Joshua was there to make me feel better. I couldn't imagine him ever being horrible, which is what makes me so fond of him.

Joshua: Dude, you are the coolest guy in the world!

Me: You're just saying that.

Joshua: No, it's the truth.

Me: Thank you.

Joshua: I should thank you for always being there for me, like last night.

I smiled remembering how adorable Joshua was when he was upset. It made me fall for him, and I knew that I shouldn't keep him in suspense any longer.

Me: You know, I like looking after you.

Joshua: Do you now?

Me: Yes, you're adorable!

Joshua: Well, that's a first, no one ever calls me adorable.

Me: Now that is an injustice! You are so sweet, and I know that I really like you.

Joshua POV

Oh my... Asher actually liked me back! It had to be too good to be true... Then he took my hand gently and held it.

Me: You really do?

Asher: Yes, in fact, I am head over heels in love with you!

Me: I... I love yo too, like you wouldn't believe.

I was shocked to immediately feel his lips on mine. They felt better than I expected. Soft, warm and a taste of blueberry from breakfast.

Asher: Will you go out with me?

Me: Well obviously!

We laughed and now I wasn't afraid anymore. Having him with me made me strong and I couldn't care what anyone else thought.

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