Kurapika X Leorio - Behind the Scenes [a Hunter X Hunter fanfic]

16. Day 5 pt2

Kurapika POV:

I sat down on a park bench. I'd been walking for god knows how long. First I stopped at a coffee shop for a few hours and then I went to a gym to try cool off. Fortunately, I was able to use my Hunter's license because my wallet had no cash inside.

It was already getting really dark... If it weren't for the street lights I wouldn't be able to see a thing... On top of that, I hadn't a clue where I was.

I think I'm lost.

Leorio has been calling me nonstop for the past 45 minutes. I've let it ring out each time but I think I'm gonna need his help...

"Tsk." I let out before I decided to text him, I couldn't bring myself to physically talk to him yet.

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"I'm lost."

"Kurapika, answer my calls."

"No. Help me."

"Call me back first."

"Bye."

"Fine send me your location I'll come get you."

"Just send a taxi."

"Stop being a brat already"

*Sent live location*

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He's so difficult sometimes... I guess I just have to wait then.

Time skip 15 minutes

I hadn't moved from the park bench, it was cold and uncomfortable but it was better than standing.

I heard footsteps behind me. They were heavy so right off the bat I knew Leorio found me.

"Kurapika." He said, standing in front of me.

I didn't dare look at him, my eyes were glued to the floor.

"Let's just go." I breathed.

He make a sound of agreement, he started to guide the way to his car.

I didn't even know he had a car.

I tried to open the back door but Leorio put his hand in front of it, stopping it from fully opening.

"Kurapika. Sit in the front." He angrily ordered.

I wasn't in the mood to argue so I didn't protest and sat down in the passengers seat.

Leorio got in and started the engine.

"I'm glad you're safe." He said with a pinch of sympathy.

I crossed my arms and looked out the window.

He grumbled at my response and we started driving.

We didn't speak a word. It was extremely tense and awkward.

The silence was broken up by the quiet jazz music coming from the radio.

15 long minutes were finally up and we got out the car. Keeping our distance as we walked into his apartment.

I darted to his bedroom. Getting ready to slam the door.

"Would you just talk to me!" He yelled.

"Hmph."

*SLAM*

I could hear Leorio cursing under his breath but I couldn't concentrate on what he was saying since I was trying so desperately to hold back my tears.

I just want to hug him and tell him it's ok... But I can't. I caused all this. It's my fault. I need to be the one who suffers- not him.

I somehow stumbled to the bed and crashed down.

"I'm sorry Leorio." I whispered, almost hoping he'd hear me.

It was only 7:25 but I felt I needed to try get some rest. Leorio had turned the TV volume up loud, quite obviously to spite me. It made trying to sleep rather hard.

Time skip to 11:45

For the last three and a half hours I'd been drifting in and out of sleep. Each time I almost got to sleep, I'd be woken up by a loud noise from the TV or Leorio's clearly fake and exaggerated laughs.

I'd finally had enough and creaked open the door.

"Leorio turn it down." I demanded.

He blatantly ignored me.

"Leorio there are other people in this complex too you know."

Did he just ignore me twice?

I stomped over to the TV and unplugged it.

"Hey- I was watching that!" He spat.

"Please turn it down." I said in a sarcastically sweet voice.

We both glared at each other.

He's kind of- attractive when he's angry...

I'm certain he was thinking the same thing because we were both blushing. He had a softness in his eyes that a person who was truly angry wouldn't be able to have.

Looking at him made me feel calmer somehow... I was frustrated yet I felt like I could never be angry at him.

I slowly trod back to the room and tiptoed into bed. I didn't fully close the door... I wanted to sleep next to him but for now, this would have to suffice.

He didn't turn the TV back on after that. I heard him open the cabinet and grab the blanket we used while sleeping on the sofa. We both remained silent afterwards.

I hope this stops soon... All I want is for him to apologise first. I just want him to acknowledge my feelings- just a little. I wonder if his pride will get in the way.

I started to create scenarios in my head of apologising to him. Will he yell at me and kick me out? Or will he forgive me and maybe say sorry?

Deep down I knew the answer.

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