Rant ~Yato x Reader AU~

Chapter 26: Walk About

The heart fails to move on.

Mr. Sui's words keep circulating through my head. As if they're on an endless loop, they continue to circle through my thoughts. Over and over again, relentlessly repeating. Typically, these kinds of thoughts would drive me insane, but this time...this time I don't mind. Maybe it's because, in a weird kind of way, they resonate with me. They make me feel like my emotions and feelings are a little more validated. Maybe. Then again, maybe not.

I yawn, glancing over at the nearby clock. It's only eleven in the morning, but my eyes are already burning from staring at the screen. So, I find it to be the best to do my walk around the exterior of the shop. After all, it is a decent day out.

I push up from my seat and make my way out into the boutique. A few women are browsing around, but I ignore them and instead make my way over to Ree, who is standing by the cash registers.

She sees me and smiles, "Hey, Y/N. What's up?"

"Hey, Ree," I say. "I'm gonna go ahead and do my walk around. Feel free to come get me if you need help with anything."

She waves her hand dismissively. "Don't worry. Should be rather uneventful. Take your time."

I just nod in response and make my way outside. I am greeted by the gentle embrace of the breeze. Though it's still relatively chilly out, it's not horrible. I can easily beat the chill with a simple jacket, which is what I'm armed with. Aside from that, it's a rather pretty day. The sun is hanging in the sky, casting her brilliance down as the ocean's lullaby rolls against the shore. Honestly, it's all just so calming and nice which is something I can appreciate.

With the cheerful gleams smiling down on me, I begin to make my walk, taking my time. I doubt that I'll stumble across anything alarming or out of the norm, but I just enjoy the little time I get to venture outside. It's so much better than being stuck in that office all day. At least, I think it is, anyway, but that's just me.

I take a few moments wandering around the building, occasionally checking my phone. After that, I reach the front and just stand there. Honestly, I really don't feel like going back in just yet. The sun and breeze both feel too good to just abandon right now. So, I stand, and I bask, inhaling the salty scent of the roaring sea. It's so fresh and clean, helping to clear my mind.

My mind. It's so jumbled and hectic. There's so much running through it and most of it revolves around one single person. Kaito. It's stupid. I shouldn't care. After all, it's been three years. Shouldn't I have moved on by this point? Shouldn't I have just gotten over him? Who am I kidding? Just as Mr. Sui said, the heart fails to move on. It doesn't recognize when circumstances have changed. And that's the hardest part.

All this time and my heart still leaps with joy at the mere thought of Kaito. Even after all the pain and hurt, it still flutters at the mention of his name, which is just so hopeless. I now understand what people mean when they say the heart is stupid. It is oblivious.

Oblivious and hopeless just like me.

Thoughts racing, I squeeze my eyes shut and lean my head back, allowing the gale to swaddle me in her sweet embrace. It feels so nice and soothing, which makes goosebumps raise on my skin. I melt into its hold, feeling my muscles relax as the corners of my lips draw up. My worries are just starting to slip away when I...smell something.

It smells...nice. Clean and very appealing. It catches my attention and reminds me of something. Or of someone. It's strange. I recognize the scent, but I can't quite put my finger on it. I know I've smelled it a million times. As odd as that sounds, I know that's the truth.

I'm in the midst of trying to piece together the aroma when I hear a silky male tone say, "Y/N."

And just like that, I remember it all.

**Ello lovelies! Kinda a filler chapter today, but I hope it still piqued your interest. I mean, someone did say Y/N's name, after all. Hmm. Wonder who it is. Guess you'll just have to wait until the next chapter!As always, thank you so much for all your support! Y'all are the bee's knees!Stay awesome! Wuv yous!! <3**

-Noel Ross