make you smile . ohmfluke

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After several minutes, they reached Ohm's house. Ranch-style, perfect for one single-family to live in, not so big, not so small, but looks welcoming even on the outside. Establishments are all closed by now, so Ohm decided to cook for Fluke in his house. He wants him to eat something healthy too.

At 3 am, Fluke is sitting on a chair in the dining area, watching ohm cook.

"I'm sorry, phi.. I've been causing you trouble" Fluke staring at his feet under the table.

He hears Ohm sigh before putting two bowls of vegetable fried rice on the table.

"Stop saying sorry. As I told you, you have me, right?" Ohm holds and lifts the chin of the younger one slightly. They look at each other's faces for a while. Seeing the older's assuring smile makes Fluke feel so much better.

"Thank you phi.."

Ohm then sits beside him, they start to eat.

While eating, Fluke's shift on the store suddenly appears in his mind. He was not able to come, he's worried about his friend, Earth, who's on work before him. Earth can't go home without him.

"It's fine, I asked my friend to take over your work for tonight, he told me he had experience in that job too before. Good thing it's his day-off tomorrow," Ohm replies after hearing his concern.

"Then, I have to think about how I can repay him for this... phi.."

"Sure, but for tonight, think about resting, okay? Sleep here for tonight" Ohm sounds serious, unlike his usual self.

Fluke just nods slowly, still feeling guilty. He feels like he does not have any right to say no to his phi today.

After eating, they both take a turn taking a shower, Ohm handed Fluke some of his old clothes which he luckily hasn't thrown out yet. They still look big for the little guy, but it's better than nothing.

4 am, They now sit beside each other on the couch, watching a movie before going to sleep.

Fluke takes a sip on his milk, before turning to the other, remembering something.

"Phi, about the hospital bill... How much was it?"

Ohm looks at him and ruffles his hair.

"Don't think about it." He smiles shortly, glances at Fluke before focusing on the movie.

"No... I have to pay you..for it" he replies, almost mumbling.

Ohm moves onto his seat before looking at nong. "It's fine. Don't. Just promise Phi you'll get a lot of rest from now on so that it won't happen again."

"But, phi.. you know I can't... I can't give up one of my jobs. Just my payment from the store covers up my apartment rent for a month..."

They were quiet for seconds when Ohm speaks again.

"You might not like this idea, but... How about you move here with me? Then quit one of your jobs"

Fluke just stares at him, not knowing what to answer. Sure, it would be beneficial if he stays here but he does not want to abuse the kindness the older shows. He likes to be around Ohm but he doesn't know if this is a good idea. He doesn't even know if he can return everything he's been giving. He has a lot in mind right now.

"Think about it, hmm"

".....I...Phi.. you've been giving me a lot already... I don't think I can give back any of those yet.."

"Hey, Fluke, listen. I'm not doing this because I'm expecting something. I'm doing all of these because I just want to. I'm just worried about you, so don't feel pressured...If that's what you feel right now... I just don't want this to happen again."

They look at each other's eyes, and Fluke can see how sincere his Phi is with his words right now.

Again, he feels warmth in his heart.