I wrapped the apron around my body, tying the strings around my waist. I helped Jun with his, as well. Kori and Lev were out, buying desserts as Jun and I cook the meal. Well, we all knew Jun would be the one cooking and I would be watching.
For the whole time, I carried the conversation. All Jun would say was a couple of hums, yes, and no's. I sighed and stared at the broth in front of me.
Maybe he doesn't actually like me. Besides, he doesn't have to put up a front with his older brothers since they're not actually here.
The thought saddened me. I was really hoping we would get to just settle and talk. We've never actually had a conversation alone. He was most comfortable around my brothers.
I sometimes wonder whether or not I did something wrong to make him uncomfortable around me.
"Hey, Jun?" He didn't even turn around, humming instead. "I think the broth's ready." I said, a little quieter than usual. I looked at Jun's back. He was fixing up the vegetables and meat.
From the moment he turned to face me to the moment he looked away to grab the broth, it was silent. I couldn't take it anymore. I bit my lip.
Fuck it.
"Jun, did I do something wrong?" He stopped whatever he was doing for a couple of seconds, processing my 'all-of-a-sudden' question.
Once again, he didn't say anything. A lump was forming on my throat. I cared about Jun. Even though I don't think he feels the same way about me.
"You know, you could come and tell me the truth. They're not here and it's just the two of us."
Why won't he say anything?
Does he hate me that much?
Do I make him uncomfortable that he couldn't even form words?
"I won't tell them. You can tell me the truth. Because I honestly have no idea why you're not talking to me at all and I get it. We haven't been the closest ever since we've met, but I was kind of hoping we would get to bond today. Just the two of us while everyone was at the store."
Once again, silence. Although, it didn't stop me from saying whatever was on my mind.
"I felt like you've always hated me, but I had no idea why. I would always make you uncomfortable whenever I spoke or even came into the room. The only way you'd actually smile was when my brothers would talk to you. And I get it. But, if you could please just tell me what I did wrong-"
"Can you please hand me a knife." His voice was monotoned, but there was something in his eyes when we made contact. Was he hesitating?
I gulped. I was very uncomfortable.
I reached over the kitchen island and grabbed a knife.
A little distracted, I hadn't noticed that Jun was standing so close. I bumped onto his back, accidentally dropping the knife.
In an attempt to catch it, the sharp edge of the knife drew blood on the index finger. I let out a hiss of pain, running over to the sink and washing the blood off.
"I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to cause such a mess-" At this rate, I wanted to cry. Not only does Jun hate me, the pain of the cut made it even worse.
I sniffled a little until I felt him grab my shoulder. He took one good look at me as I put my head down. I didn't want him to see me crying. He probably thinks I'm pathetic now.
"I'm so sorry..." He pulled me into his hug and I took his scent in. Of course, he still smelt like fresh laundry. It was a comforting smell, one that reminded me of home.
I let my hands drop to my side. There was probably blood on the floor dripping from my fingers, but that was the least of my worries now.
"Don't ever think that it's your fault. I was... I felt like you didn't like me because... because I was always the odd one out. I felt like I was never part of your family."
He was stuttering and his voice was cracking.
"All I wanted was for you to see me as a family. As your brother. Even though we're not blood related, I wanted to make you proud. I wanted to be someone you could brag about. I wanted to be who you guys came to for help because in my darkest moments in life, all of you helped me."
He was on the verge of tears. I cupped his face onto my hands. "Jun..." I mumbled, wiping away the tears that were threatening to fall with my hands.
"And I had no idea you felt that way. If only we had the time to talk, I would've told you everything."
I smiled at him and let the tears come out. It felt good making a friend. Even though I'm a few years too late, it was a nice feeling.
"I'm glad to know that. I'm sorry if I made you feel like shit, Jun. I promise I wanted nothing more than to befriend you and make you family." I wrapped my arms around his waist, leaning my head onto his chest.
"We gotta clean this wound up before they start freaking out." Jun chuckled. "You know how they get..." I nodded disappointedly.
It was the firs time I had made Jun smile genuinely. It felt amazing.
>>//<<
The moment Kori walked into the house, he started to sniff.
"Blood?" I pursed my lips. Shit, I guess we didn't properly clean up the mess on the floor from the knife. I sighed and so did Jun.
"Stupid cat senses." Jun and I had finished up cooking. "What happened and why do I smell Yuri's blood?" Fumiko dropped the groceries on the carpet and basically leaped onto Jun.
Fumiko's ears raised up, his pupils dilating. Just like a cat.
"What happened?" He was now serious. More serious than before.
"Nothing, Fumiko. I accidentally cut myself with he knife while cooking." I was a good liar. Especially when it came to my brothers.
"And why are you eyes so puffy? Both of yours." Jun and I looked at each other with a comfortable smile. Fumiko finally caught and raised his hands in defense. "I'm glad you two got to talk."
Jun giggled.
"Thank you, Fumiko." Jun patted my head, messing up my hair.
"We should invite Bakugou!" I raised my eyes, my senses heightened.
"No! Don't do it, Lev." His hands were already making their way towards his phone. I hissed and leaped onto him, clawing.
"You moron! Get off of me!" His back arched as he tried to get me off of him. "Don't call him! I'll kill you!" He just laughed evilly, pressing onto Bakugou's contacts.
I calmed myself down to prevent myself from using my quirk. "Lev!" My hands hit his on accident, causing him to drop it. Both our eyes watched the phone as it lands near Kori's feet. Kori bent down to pick it up, scratching his head.
"Kori, please. I don't want my boss to-"
"He's not just your boss, Yuri. He's also a family's friend. Especially yours and I's." I watched in horror as his fingers hovered above the green button.
"If you call him, I'll make sure you won't be able to see for a month." An evil grin was plastered onto his face. The phone started to ring.
"You evil bastard, you." Lev said and praised Kori, giving him a high-five.
"What do you want, Lev?" Bakugou's voice could be heard from the device. I waited in anticipation.
"Would you like to join us for dinner tonight?"
