Stay Here | Mono x Seven | Little Nightmares AU

10. Mono

-Earlier That Same Night-

It was around 7 or so. I was exhausted from getting the house situated. My parents are clean freaks. They could clean anything and everything. If you asked them to clean or organize for you, they'd probably do it for free. I just got done organizing my room, for the most part. I only had to put away clothes and personal belongings which I can just do myself.

My mom walked into my room and started to look around. "Looks good In here, just remember to put away your extra things when we come back tonight ok. Now start getting ready we're leaving in about 15 minutes or so" She said.

"Alright, I will."

She smiled then walked out. That's right. I forgot we're going to meet the neighbors. The boy that lives there, seven. I couldn't stop thinking about him last night. My mind flooded with memories of him. I can tell he and I were very similar to each other. I want to get to know him more.

There's something special about him, he's the first friend I've had in a very long time, and it just so happened that we would end up living next to each other. Coincidental or not, I feel like this was meant to happen. I don't think someone like me has a chance. Seven is a very special human being. Anyone can see that just by looking at him. What kind of chance do I have with someone like that. I could never compare to him, but the sad thing is. He probably thinks so low of himself. Little do you know seven. You have the power to change someone's life.

I started to get dressed like I was asked. I didn't go in my normal clothes because they probably wouldn't make the best impression. I was curious to see what seven was going to wear, but I bet he'd look good no matter what you have him wear.

I don't want to be weird or anything, but I can't help but think of things like that. I warmed up at the thought of him. I snapped out of my thoughts when my mom walked into my room.

"We're leaving now. Just walk over when you're ready, but hurry ok."

- "Ok ill head over in a few minutes." I said.

She closed my door and I sighed with relief. I was nervous, but I was good at not showing it in front of others. Actions and conversations between introverts are always awkward. I know seven is an Introvert, I saw it when I talked to him last night, but I don't think I'm that nervous to talk to him, I'm actually excited.

My face turned slightly red at the thought of him as I finished buttoning up my shirt leaving it open a little at the top showing my neck. I finished tying my shoes and headed outside to the other house.

I anxiously chewed on my nails as I entered Seven's home. His home was sleek and looked refurnished to be modern with time. It was a lot younger than mine for sure, and if I'm being honest it's not really my style or my first choice, but I have to admit. It's pretty nice.  I analyzed the flooring and walls, as I'm pretty sure I would get used to seeing it often.

I walked into the living room that was connected with the kitchen. I saw my parents talking with another lady I failed to recognize at first. The woman had long dark brown hair that fell down her shoulders like paint, and bangs covering her unidentified face as well as complexion. She rested her hands on one another, pleasantly on top of the gray marble kitchen counter while speaking to my parents. I figured this was Seven's mother. 

We made eye-contact as hear head shifted in my direction. "Hello young sir, you must be Mono." She said politely. She walked over to me while studying my figure. She held out a hand for me to shake. 

"I'm Seven's mother. It's quite a pleasure to meet you. I hope you and my son can be the best of friends." She informed me. Her voice was low and raspy, yet I was able to make it out. I took her hand,