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Reborn let out a soft chuckle, finding the man's stubbornness amusing. He was used to people being intimidated by him, but this guy was different. He seemed bold, or maybe he was just plain stupid. Reborn decided to play along.

"Fine, I'll go first. I'm an advisor for the Vongola Family."

[Vongola?!]

Reborn smirked, enjoying the man's surprise. It was always satisfying to see someone react when they learned about his position. He leaned back in his seat, taking a sip of his espresso.

"That's right, Vongola. You've heard of them, I assume?"

[Of course. They're the strongest family. What a coincidence! I'm unaffiliated.]

Reborn raised an eyebrow, finding the man's nonchalance intriguing. Being unaffiliated usually meant that the person was either strong or very stupid. Either one was interesting to him.

"Unaffiliated, huh? You must have some balls to be mingling on this app without being part of a family.

[Hehe, you'll never know who I am!]

Reborn smirked at the man's confidence, finding it rather admirable. He had to admit, he was getting a little bit curious about this person's identity.

"You're quite intriguing, you know that? I can't help but wonder who you are under that anonymity."

[I also wonder who you are. I kind of thought you were a freelance hitman.]

Reborn chuckled, impressed by the man's accurate assumption. He leaned back in his seat, amused by the man's perceptiveness.

"You're more perceptive than I thought. I am, in fact, a hitman. Freelance, to be exact."

[But you work for the Vongola!]

Reborn smirked, finding the man's confusion amusing. He decided to clarify.

"That's right, I'm a freelance hitman who happens to work for the Vongola Family. I'm not officially part of their Famiglia, but I'm their advisor."

[Oh I see. By the way I'm good looking. You?]

Reborn let out a low chuckle, amused by the sudden confidence in the man's message. He couldn't help but play along with the man's playful banter.

"Well, I happen to be the most handsome hitman in Italy. It's practically common knowledge."

[Hey! That's me!]

Reborn smirked at the man's declaration, enjoying the playful rivalry that was forming between them. He leaned back in his seat, typing out his response.

"Oh? Are you challenging me? You must be pretty confident if you think you can outshine me."

[Just waiting until we meet. Your mouth will fall open as you bask in my presence!]

Reborn found himself smirking at the man's confidence, amused by his cockiness. He had to admit, he was getting curious to see if this guy could actually back up his words.

"Oh, you're quite the confident one, aren't you? I hope you can live up to your words. I have a feeling you'll be the one with your mouth agape once you catch sight of me."

[Never. Who can surprise me? I'm the best -]

Reborn let out a soft chuckle, shaking his head in amusement at the man's arrogance. He decided to play along, enjoying the banter.

"You're awfully confident in your own abilities. But you haven't seen me yet. Trust me, once you set eyes on me, you'll be speechless."

[But I'm the best]

Reborn smirked, amused by the man's unwavering belief in his own superiority. He decided to push the man's buttons a bit more, seeing how far he could go.

"You keep saying you're the best, but I've yet to see any proof. You're just all talk. I wonder if you have anything to back up those bold claims."

[You're cocky! You're lucky I like you.]

Reborn chuckled, finding the man's admission amusing. He leaned back in his seat, a smirk playing on his lips.

"Oh, you like me? I'm flattered. And I suppose you're right, I can be rather cocky at times. But when you have the looks, charm, and skills that I possess, it's hard not to be."

[We're meeting on Monday. Deal?]

Reborn raised an eyebrow, a slight smirk playing on his lips. He found himself intrigued by the man's proposal.

"Monday, huh? You seem eager to meet me. Very well, I'll meet you. Just make sure you can handle seeing me in person. I might be too much for you to handle."

[By the way you're not secretly a woman right?]

Reborn let out a soft chuckle at the man's question, finding it amusing. It seemed like the man was a little bit wary.

"No, I can assure you I'm definitely male. Trust me, you won't be disappointed in that department.

[That sounds...like a man indeed]

Reborn smirked, enjoying the man's reaction. He decided to tease him a bit more.

"You seem relieved. Did you think I was a woman? Were you getting nervous for a second there?"

[I've had women flirt with me pretending to be men. I just didn't want to waste time. I like men only!]

Reborn chuckled softly, finding the man's frustration amusing. He leaned back in his seat, a smirk forming on his lips.

"Well, you don't have to worry about that with me. I'm all man, through and through. Though, I do appreciate the honesty. It's refreshing."

[W well you seem a bit too good to be true, so I thought you were secretly a woman!]

Reborn let out a soft scoff, pretending to be offended by the man's words. He enjoyed the banter.

"Too good to be true, huh? I'll have you know that I'm very real and very much a man. I suppose you'll just have to wait until Monday to see for yourself."

[Of course. The only one too good to be true is me though. Ah I have so much money, I'll spoil you. If I like you enough]

Reborn smirked at the man's cocky declaration. He found the man's words amusing and somewhat endearing.

"Oh, really? So you're rich, handsome, and you'll spoil me, huh? You sound almost too good to be true yourself. I wonder if your wallet can keep up with your promises."

[I'm not a woman!]

Reborn couldn't help but laugh out loud at the man's exasperated response.

"Relax, I never said you were. Though you're certainly acting defensive enough to make me wonder." His smirk deepened as he typed. "Monday can't come soon enough—I'll get to see if that big mouth of yours matches your ego in person."

[Hmph. Be surprised.]

Reborn smirked, enjoying the challenge. He leaned back in his seat, the smirk never leaving his face.

"Oh, I have a feeling I will be. You're certainly building up the anticipation. I can't wait to see if this confidence of yours is justified or if you're all bark and no bite."

[Hmph! Look forward to it]

Reborn let out a soft scoff, amused by the man's stubbornness.

"Oh, I am. I can't wait to see the look on your face when you realize you're not as unique as you think. Be prepared to eat those words on Monday."

Reborn was in a very good mood. Monday was here. He was using a house of the Vongola. The man did not back down

After a week of messaging, Monday had finally arrived. Reborn found himself in a good mood, anticipating their meeting. He had chosen to use a Vongola house as their meeting place, figuring it was more secure and private.

As he stood there, waiting for the man to arrive, he leaned back against the couch, his arms crossed. He couldn't help but wonder if the man would keep his arrogance intact upon seeing him in person.

Reaching in a minute or so. The man texted him

Reborn checked his phone, a small smirk tugging at the corner of his lips. The man was on his way.

He typed out a response, keeping his cool. "I'll be waiting."

He leaned back against the couch, his gaze drifting out the window as he waited for the man's arrival, his anticipation growing.

Reborn had decided to stand in front of the couch

Reborn found himself becoming a little bit more restless as he stood in front of the couch, his gaze darting to the door. He wasn't usually the type to feel uneasy, but the anticipation was starting to get to him. He took a deep breath, reminding himself that this was just a simple meeting.

The door had a knock. "Hey, it's me."

"Come in." Reborn smirked

In walked a tall man with white hair reaching his shoulders. He had red eyes and wore a red formal suit, signifying he was part of the mafia. He certainly looked almost too good to be true. And as he came nearn he was, well, handsome.

Reborn couldn't help but be taken aback for a fleeting moment as the man entered the room. The man's striking appearance, tall stature, and sharp features had certainly caught his attention.

His gaze trailed over the man's red suit, taking note of the clear mafia ties. He had to admit, this man was indeed handsome, perhaps even bordering on attractive.

As the man approached, Reborn quickly regained his composure, that trademark smirk returning to his face as he looked the man up and down.

The man smirked. "What? Speechless? Told you I'm handsome." He stopped

Reborn scoffed, crossing his arms as he sized the man up, his smirk never fading. "Hmph. Not bad, I'll admit. But you still haven't proven you're the best." He gestured to the couch lazily. "Take a seat. Let's see if your personality matches that flashy exterior."

His tone was as confident as ever, but truthfully, he was intrigued. This guy wasn't just all talk—he looked the part.

Now came the real test.

"Wait, aren't you Reborn?!" The man exclaimed in surprise. He muttered to himself, "did i get the wrong person? Did he set me up?" The man turned to Reborn again.

"Hey. Reborn. Er, I'm meeting a Vongola advisor here today...did he send you to me?"

Reborn let out a low chuckle, thoroughly enjoying the man's confusion. He leaned back against the armrest of the couch, his smirk widening into a full-blown amused grin.

"Oh? So you do know who I am." He tilted his hat slightly, eyes glinting with mischief. "Relax. You didn't get the wrong person—I am the Vongola's advisor. Though I suppose introductions are overdue." He extended a hand, oozing his usual effortless arrogance.

"Reborn. And you?"

The irony wasn't lost on him—this cocky stranger had been flirting with him all along without realizing it.

"Y-You -" The man's face flushed. "Er, you certainly are all man." He gave Reborn a once look over and coughed. "Why would the great Reborn be on a dating app? Anyway I'm Lucien, unaffiliated..."

Reborn enjoyed Lucien's flustered reaction, finding the man's surprise and bashfulness amusing. He found it endearing, and even a little bit humorous considering their previous exchanges. His smirk widened as he watched Lucien recover himself.

"All man, indeed," he echoed, his tone laced with a touch of satisfaction. He crossed his arms, his gaze never leaving Lucien. "And why wouldn't I be on a dating app, hm? Even great men need companionship."

His eyes gleamed with a hint of provocation.

Lucien frowned like he was hearing Reborn's dating app voice in real life. He coughed and looked proud again. "Anyway," he said brushing his handsome hair to the side. "Did my handsome looks stun you?" He smirked.

Reborn couldn't help but scoff, shaking his head at Lucien's theatrics. He leaned forward slightly, resting his chin on his hand as he gave Lucien an unimpressed once-over.

"Tch. Keep dreaming. You're not bad, I'll give you that, but you're not that special," Reborn replied, though his smirk betrayed his amusement.

He straightened up, crossing his arms again. "Though I suppose I can admit—you're more than just talk. But let's not get ahead of ourselves."

Lucien scowled. "You really are that guy!" He said. "The guy on the dating app."

Reborn let out a low chuckle, thoroughly enjoying Lucien’s indignation. He leaned back against the couch, arms crossed, smirk never fading.

"Who else would I be? You thought the infamous Reborn wouldn’t have time for something as trivial as a dating app?" He tilted his hat slightly, gaze sharp. "I told you—I’m all man. And everything else I claimed."

He uncrossed his legs, leaning forward just enough to emphasize his point. "The question is—are you everything you boasted about, Lucien?"

The challenge in his tone was unmistakable.

"Oh Reborn," Lucien lifted his head up proudly. "I have made millions as an unaffiliated assassin. Guess you were too busy training thr Vongola to know of me." He smirked confidently.

Reborn couldn't help but scoff again, his smirk taking on a new edge. This Lucien character really was something else—arrogant, cocky, and confident. Reborn was starting to find him intriguing.

"Millions, huh? Impressive. But don't think I'm ignorant of the underworld just because I'm occupied with the Vongola. I make it a point to know who's worth knowing." He crossed his legs, leaning back with a casual air. "But I'll humor you—you have my attention."

He motioned for Lucien to continue, arms folded across his chest.

Then Lucien frowned and walked in close, stepping next to Reborn. "...wait, are you taller than me?" He said in surprise. "I'm 185cm! 6'2 feet!!"

Reborn's smirk widened into a full-fledged grin at Lucien's surprised reaction. He couldn't help but find amusement in Lucien's sudden realization of his height. He leaned back on the couch, looking up at Lucien with a hint of smugness.

"Ah, yes. I am taller." He chuckled, his gaze never leaving Lucien's. "I'm 190cm tall." His tone was matter-of-fact, almost as though he was stating a well-known fact.

He found himself enjoying Lucien's disbelief.

"190cm?!" Lucien was shocked

Reborn couldn't help but find Lucien's disbelief endearing. He nodded, his smirk still intact. "190cm, indeed."

He tilted his hat back slightly, letting Lucien take in his full height even further.

"Does it bother you that I'm taller than you?" He asked, his tone dripping with feigned innocence.

That's- not fair!" Lucien protested

Reborn let out a low chuckle, thoroughly enjoying Lucien's frustration.

"Not fair?" He tilted his head slightly, raising an eyebrow. "Life isn't fair, Lucien. But if it makes you feel any better, I'm sure you make up for it in other... areas."

His smirk grew wider, clearly teasing him now.

Lucien scowled and pouted.

"I was so sure I would be taller..."

Reborn took great pleasure in Lucien's sulking. His smirk grew even wider, finding the man's unexpected vulnerability and petulance rather amusing. He decided to tease him just a little more, shifting forward in his seat.

"Oh, don't pout like a grumpy child. It's not a good look on you, Lucien."

He deliberately used Lucien's name, just to watch his reaction.

Lucien glared with a blush on his cheeks.

Reborn couldn't help but chuckle at Lucien's glaring, the sight of the blush on the man's cheeks only adding to his amusement. He leaned back again, his smirk never fading.

"Oh? You're blushing." His tone was lightly teasing. "I didn't think you'd be the type to get flustered so easily."

Lucien kept on looking between them, holding his hand to compare their height "5cm difference!" He said to himself

Reborn leaned his head back, still smirking as he watched Lucien measure the height difference between them. It was almost cute, the way he seemed so irritated by just 5cm.

"So you're still dwelling on that 5cm difference, eh?" He said, his tone still laced with subtle teasing. "It's just 5cm, Lucien. Hardly worth sulking over."

He shifted slightly in his seat, crossing his arms again.

"Hmph..." Lucien glared and scowled at him

Then he got back his confidence and stepped back with a smirk, "Well you certainly won't be taller than my penthouse." He smirked and tossed some keys to Reborn. "Let's go. Let me show you what I own."

Reborn caught the keys with a deftness that spoke of his experience and reflexes. He held them up, eyeing them with curiosity for a moment before shifting his gaze back to Lucien, eyebrow raised.

"Alright, I'll humor you. Show me your penthouse."