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Chapter 14: I love you!

-- Two days earlier --

It was a dark, gloomy morning. The sky was grey with clouds ready to pour. The sun was hidden behind the mass of grey fluff, but despite this, Ryoma couldn't be happier. It was almost half-past six in the morning, however, this was quite late by Ryoma's standards. He was usually awake between five and six. At least now, he wouldn't have to wait for Gonta. The taller boy usually woke up at around half six as well. They had an unspoken routine of meeting at Gonta's lab early in the morning. They never really agreed to do so but they just knew to do it. Ryoma hated to admit it but he really enjoyed the taller boys company.

Gonta glanced out the window. He did it every morning. He tried so hard to believe that this was all a dream or as he called it, a 'sleep film'. Every morning he checked outside, hoping to see flurries of beautiful insects and animals in the trees or on the grass but every time he was met with the baren, empty courtyard of the school for gifted delinquents. It saddened him seeing the lack of nature, but every time, the realisation that he was going to go meet with Ryoma would cheer him up. He didn't really understand his emotions towards the short little man, but he did know he truly cherished the time they spent together. He truly loved his friend, but to what extent, he didn't really know.

Ryoma was completely aware of how he felt, he just chose to ignore it. He was never really good at dealing with his emotions. He wasn't sure if he would ever confront the boy about how he felt. On the other hand, he may never leave this place. It would be hard seeing Gonta every day and never telling him how he felt. He wanted to hug Gonta until the end of time. Despite his outwardly tough appearance, he longed for the wholesome parts of a relationship. Holding hands, hugs, cuddles, forehead kisses. He wanted all of that. Even the thought of it made him smile. 

Both boys climbed out of bed. It was still dark out. They got ready for the day ahead, getting dressed, brushing their teeth, all of that. Eventually, they both departed from their dorms. Gonta potted Ryoma leaving his door which puzzled him. Ryoma was usually up a lot earlier than this. Either way, he was happy to see the tennis player. He rushed up behind him and greeted him with a cheery smile. Ryoma's heart exploded at the sight of his smile but he managed to keep his cheeks a blushless colour. They both walked out in silence, but it was a comfortable silence before they eventually reached the bench they always sat at.

The clouds parted allowing the sun to shine down on the two boys. The warmth was pleasant. They enjoyed peaceful conversations about whatever came to mind and before they knew it the morning announcement had gone off. they both headed to the dining hall with smiles on their faces, it was a good morning.

They spent the entire day together. Ryoma felt like the more time they spent together, the more his feelings grew for the entomologist. And today is the day he would tell Gonta. He was nervous he would lose his friend but at the same time, he had to do this, for his own sanity.

Everyone had left the dinner table at this point. Everyone except Ryoma. He was still thinking about what he was gonna do, what he was gonna say, should he even do it. But in the end, he decided he would just tell him how he feels. He slowly walked to Gonta's room where he knew the tall boy would be. The more time he spent walking the more he wanted to turn back, but he didn't and eventually he reached Gonta's door.

He knocked on the door and heard shuffling on the other side. The door swung open to reveal Gonta smiling. Gonta spotted Ryoma and moved to the side to let him into the room. Ryoma obliged and sat at the end of Gonta's extremely large bed. Gonta followed and sat on the other side of the bed. "Hey Gonta, I was hoping we could talk," Ryoma spoke in his solemn tone.

Gonta smiled widely at this. "Yes, Gonta loves talking to Ryoma." The boy in question took in a deep breath. He looked gonta directly in the eyes as he spoke. "Well, I've been thinking about this for a while." He froze. He didn't know what to say. His breathing sped up along with his heartbeat. After what felt like hours he spoke again. "I um, I know I've still got a ways to go when it comes to emotions but... I ... I love you Gonta." Ryoma pulled his hat down over his face to hid his blush.

"Gonta loves you too. You are a great friend." Ryoma couldn't help but laugh. Gonta was so sweet and innocent. He kind of expected this to happen. "No Gonta, I love you as more than a friend, or even a best friend." Gonta nodded. "Oh, Gonta thinks he understand. Gonta love you too Ryoma." Ryoma felt so happy, a tear rolled down his cheek. They both hugged tightly. They laid down on the bed, never releasing their embrace and fell asleep, peacefully, happily. Gonta heard soft snores coming from a sleeping Ryoma. he leaned over and kissed him on the forehead. 

"Gonta loves you very much."

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