RanPoe Oneshots! (And drabbles) (Discontinued)

It's Even Got Fukuzawa's Approval!

//summary- Fukuzawa catches Poe trying to place an arm around Ranpo, and kicks him out, banning him from the Agency. This is a trial of Poe's love, but the two don't know that. Things happen. And guess what?! FUKUZAWA APPROVES—//

//slight angst. Happy ending though.//

Poe was standing next to Ranpo, waiting for his response nervously. He was trying out a new style of writing, and wanted Ranpo's opinion. Poe was in love with Ranpo, madly in love. For once he was glad that his bangs hid his eyes, the amount of emotion portrayed in them was too obvious. He tentatively stretched a shaking arm out around Ranpo's shoulder, but before he could even touch Ranpo, a loud voice spoke behind him.

The director... Poe whirled around, shaking. "What do you think you're doing?" There was an accusing tone in the voice. "I-I w-was j-j-just..." Poe's voice shook, Ranpo looking between him and the director, frowning. "From now on if you need to deliver something, mail it. Now get out." Both Poe and Ranpo were shocked, Poe bowing his head as Ranpo protested. "I-I... I understand... sir."

Thankfully there was no one else in the office, they had all gone out. Poe ran off, Karl yelping as he clung to his shoulders tighter. Ranpo crossed his arms, glaring at Fukuzawa, "What was that about?! He's my friend!" Fukuzawa raised an eyebrow, "I know what he wants to be. He'll have to earn my approval. He needs to figure that out." Without another word, Fukuzawa walked back into his office.

****

Poe felt sick, his entire body shaking as he opened and closed the door to his apartment, collapsing on his knees. Karl nuzzled him, Poe petting him slowly, his hand shaking. "Karl... what do I do...? I mean... I'm not allowed to see Ranpo anymore! W-was it because I wasn't good enough...?" His voice cracked, he had tried so hard to please everyone. People thought his eyes were ugly? He covered them. His writing was horrible? He fixed that too.

But how could he change the very person he was? He had tried so many times, it had never worked. He always got too nervous, stumbled over his words, repeated things over and over again, body twitching, mouth rambling. And then at some point he had stopped feeling.

He stood numbly, walking over to his laptop, the sound of his fingers clicking against the keyboard loud in the silent air.

****

Ranpo was quieter and grumpier than usual, not even touching the pile of snacks on his desk. That drew everyone's attention, especially the worried doctor. "Ranpo." She slammed her hand down on his desk, the man not even bothering to look up, "What is it, Yosano?"

Said doctor bit her lips, "What's wr—..." she was cut off as Atsushi struggled in, carrying a massive box. That certainly drew everyone's attention. "A-ah... Ranpo-San? The m-mailman said this was for you." He set it down with a relieved sigh, Ranpo's eyes widening as he opened it. Half the box was occupied by a new batch of books by Poe, and the other half was filled with his favorite sweets. On top of it all, was a single letter.

The others had went back to their business, Yosano deciding on confronting Ranpo later. He opened the letter with care, reading each word carefully.

"Dear Ranpo,

I am well aware of my current predicament, being banned from the Agency. But I might have a solution. By next week, on Tuesday, you'll know if it worked. If nothing happens, then it failed and I'll find another way. I love you.

-Yours Always, Poe."

A blush had formed on Ranpo's cheeks. So that was what Fukuwaza meant. Well, he would have to wait until Tuesday...

*****

Poe sat in the president's office nervously, occasionally twitching. "So... you wish to join the Agency?" Fukuwaza asked, his voice quiet. Poe nodded, "Yes... but I don't want the entrance exam to be public to any members, I want it to be a surprise for..." Poe trailed off, blushing. "You really love him, don't you?" Poe nodded frantically, Fukuwaza chuckling softly. "Forgive me for being harsh the other day, I wanted to test you."

"N-no! It's fine... I was just.. really scared." Fukuwaza nodded thoughtfully, "Well, consider yourself a member. When are you going to start working?" Poe gaped for a split second before tripping over his tongue to answer, "N-next Tuesday, sir." Poe barely caught the ghost of a smile on the president's face.

******

Ranpo yawned, he was told by the president that he had to be there at six am sharp... not even Kunikida got there that early. But the only reason Ranpo had obliged was when Fukuwaza had said that there was a surprise better than his praise. His mind wandered off to Poe, he missed the man. He hadn't seen Poe in over a week.

He sighed loudly as he opened the door, "This better be worth..." he trailed off as he saw the familiar figure of a man. Ranpo launches himself towards him and wrapped him in a hug, earning a near deafening scream. "Poe-Kun!!" The man in his arms relaxed, "H-hi Ranpo..."

Ranpo kissed Poe without warning, earning a squeak before he returned the kiss. Poe had wrapped his arms around Ranpo, who was sitting in his lap, legs wrapped around Poe's waist. The two were really into it, until Ranpo licked the bottom of Poe's lip. Poe squeaked, pulling back immediately, "I'm so so so sorry Ranpo! I-I don't think I'm ready yet..."

Ranpo didn't respond, during the kiss, Poe's bangs had shifted, revealing both eyes. They were gorgeous, light grey orbs filled with swirls of lilac and flecks of gold. Poe noticed him staring, and blushed, which turned Ranpo's attention to the rest of his face. Freckles peppered Poe's nose and upper cheeks, his lips soft and plump.

Ranpo snapped back to reality once Poe muttered a self deprecating comment. "I-I know I'm not much... sorry, I-.." Ranpo cut Poe off with a quick but loving kiss, "I don't care, you're perfect."